List of mayors of Newport News, Virginia facts for kids
Newport News, Virginia, is a busy city with a long history. Like all cities, it needs a leader to help it run smoothly. This leader is called the mayor. The mayor is an important person who helps make decisions for the city and its people. This article lists all the people who have served as mayor of Newport News, from the very first one to the current mayor.
What Does a Mayor Do?
A mayor is like the chief executive officer of a city. They are often elected by the people who live in the city. The mayor works with the city council to make laws and plans. They help manage the city's budget and services. These services include things like schools, parks, and public safety. The mayor's job is to make sure the city is a great place to live for everyone.
Leaders of Newport News
Here is a list of the people who have served as mayor of Newport News, Virginia. The list shows each mayor's name and the years they were in office. This period is called their "term."
| Mayor | Term |
|---|---|
| Allan A. Moss | July 1896 – November 1896 |
| Walter A. Post | November 1896 – September 1, 1898 |
| Allan A. Moss | September 1, 1898 – September 1, 1904 |
| Samuel R. Buxton | September 1, 1904 – September 1, 1908 |
| Maryus Jones | September 1, 1908 – September 1, 1912 |
| Bernard B. Semmes | September 1, 1912 – September 1, 1916 |
| Allan A. Moss | September 1, 1916 – September 1, 1920 |
| Philip W. Hiden | 1920–1924 |
| Charles C. Smith | 1924–1926 |
| Thomas B. Jones | 1926–1930 |
| Harry Reyner | 1930–1932 |
| Richard W. West | 1932–1936 |
| B. G. James | 1936–1940 |
| T. Parker Host Sr. | September 3, 1940 – February 13, 1942 |
| Dr. R. Cowles Taylor | February 16, 1942 – December 20, 1955 |
| Alfred M. Monfalcone | January 16, 1956 – September 1, 1956 |
| Robert B. Smith | September 1, 1956 – June 30, 1958 |
| Oscar J. Brittingham Jr. | July 1, 1958 – June 30, 1962 |
| Donald M. Hyatt | July 1, 1962 – June 30, 1970 |
| J. William Hornsby | July 1, 1970 – June 30, 1974 |
| Harry E. Atkinson | July 1, 1974 – June 30, 1976 |
| Joseph C. Ritchie | July 1, 1976 – June 30, 1986 |
| Jessie M. Rattley | July 1, 1986 – June 30, 1990 |
| Barry E. DuVal | July 1, 1990 – June 30, 1996 |
| Joe S. Frank | July 1, 1996 – June 30, 2010 |
| McKinley L. Price | July 1, 2010 – December 31, 2022 |
| Phillip Jones | January 1, 2023 – present |
See also
- Timeline of Newport News, Virginia
- History of Newport News, Virginia
