Brian Bass (I) is running for the office of mayor of Suffolk because he believes in having city leadership that represents the needs of its citizens.
He believes in a transparent government that listens to citizens and takes action to make Suffolk a vibrant city that is an amazing place to live and work. He wants to attract businesses that will keep local talent in Suffolk, while balancing that business growth with Suffolk’s peaceful residential spaces.
Brian’s local government experience as a member of the Nansemond Indian Tribal Council has prepared him well for the demands of public office. He embraces the diversity of culture in Suffolk and supports funding the amenities of the city, like parks, libraries, community centers, and arts and recreation programs for everyone to enjoy. He is passionate about improving the city’s entire educational infrastructure, from teacher salaries to student test scores, and also about educating Suffolk’s citizens on pressing issues and how to resolve them.