Dumfries Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Brian K.
Fields
Brian K. Fields is running for mayor of Dumfries in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Derrick R. Wood.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Brian K. FieldsYou’re reading
- 02Derrick R. WoodIncumbent
Background
- About
- Military veteran and retired Dumfries police officer who has served on the Town Council for over nine years.
Brian K. Fields was reelected to the council in 2024 through 2028; if he is elected mayor, his council seat could become vacant. Prince William Times · Jan 9, 2026
On the record: Brian K. Fields
10 sourced01Public safety1 sourced position
as reported by the Prince William Times
Said that as mayor he would work to strengthen public safety, maintain fiscal responsibility and ensure the town's growth.
I’m running for mayor to continue serving this town with honesty, professionalism, and a clear focus on public safety and responsible governance.”
Own statementPrince William Times · Jan 9, 2026Link
02Economic Development Authority2 sourced positions
Voted yes on the ordinance creating the town's Economic Development Authority (passed 6-1, April 2025).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, April 15, 2025 · Apr 15, 2025LinkHow the council voted
Voted yes on the ordinance repealing the Economic Development Authority (failed 3-4, January 2026).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, January 6, 2026 · Jan 6, 2026LinkHow the council voted
03Budget2 sourced positions
Voted no on adopting the fiscal 2025-26 all-funds budget and fee schedule (passed 4-3, April 2025).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, April 15, 2025 · Apr 15, 2025LinkHow the council voted
Voted yes on the fiscal 2026-27 all-funds budget (passed 7-0, April 2026).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, April 21, 2026 · Apr 21, 2026LinkHow the council voted
04Community center1 sourced position
Voted yes on accepting the conceptual plan for the Clyde Washington Community Center with a pool (Plan B) (passed 7-0, April 2026).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, April 21, 2026 · Apr 21, 2026LinkHow the council voted
05Main Street parking1 sourced position
Voted yes on directing staff to evaluate options to address council concerns about parking at Aras on Main (passed 6-1, April 2026).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, April 21, 2026 · Apr 21, 2026LinkHow the council voted
06License plate cameras1 sourced position
Voted yes on the Flock Safety automated license plate reader policy (passed 7-0, June 2026).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, June 16, 2026 · Jun 16, 2026LinkHow the council voted
07Rental inspections1 sourced position
Voted yes on amending, rather than repealing, the rental dwelling inspection ordinance (amendment passed 7-0 after repeal failed 0-7, September 2025).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, September 16, 2025 · Sep 16, 2025LinkHow the council voted
08Council pay1 sourced position
Voted yes on the ordinance amending council salaries (passed 7-0, March 2025).
Council voteDumfries Town Council minutes, March 18, 2025 · Mar 18, 2025LinkHow the council voted
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