Craig has a bachelor's degree in business from Clemson University.

Craig founded the Tangier Island Oyster Company. He used to be the assistant secretary of health and human resources and an emergency preparedness coordinator for Lieutenant Governor John Hager.

Craig Suro's campaign for county supervisor is his first entry into politics

Virginia

2023 Virginia General Elections

2023 Virginia Primary Elections

Wants to improve streets, sidewalks and recreational spaces.

- Wants to improve streets, sidewalks and recreational spaces.

Transportation & Infrastructure

As of May 1, 2023, R. Craig Suro’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Housing & Urban Development

Opposes education on race and racism or on how children can identify and deal with their emotions in public schools.

Wants to prioritize development that keeps traffic to a minimum.

- Opposes education on race and racism or on how children can identify and deal with their emotions in public schools. 
- Wants to prioritize development that keeps traffic to a minimum.

Public Services

Public Safety

Taxes & Budget

R. Craig Suro

As of May 1, 2023, R. Craig Suro’s website did not contain information on this issue and R. Craig Suro did not complete our questionnaire.

- The board of supervisors collaborates to establish and carry out county policies, including setting local tax rates, approving land use plans, and managing the county budget.  
- Board members are responsible for appointing county officials and overseeing key areas such as education, public safety, environmental regulations, business policies, and transportation systems.  
- Each supervisor typically represents a specific district within the county.  
- In Virginia, most supervisors are elected in partisan races during odd-numbered years and serve four-year terms.