Results are as of 11 p.m. Tuesday, June 12.
Several newcomers to Alexandria politics may join the City Council later this year.
Twelve Democrats ran for six at-large seats on the City Council, and the six who won will be on the ballot in the November election.
Current City Council Member Timothy Lovain did not run for re-election, and Wilson gave up his seat to run for mayor, leaving room for the newcomers.
According to unofficial results available late Tuesday night, two incumbents won in Tuesday's primary: John Taylor Chapman and Del Pepper. Two incumbents also lost: Willie Bailey and Paul Smedberg.
Tuesday's winners in the primary are:
- Elizabeth Bennett-Parker: 13.30 percent of the vote
- *John Taylor Chapman: 11.67 percent
- Mo Seifeldein: 9.15 percent
- *Del Pepper: 8.74 percent
- Canek Aguirre: 8.73 percent
- Amy Jackson: 8.57 percent
Republicans Kevin Dunne and Michael Clinkscale are also running for City Council. The election will be Tuesday, Nov. 6.
Here's more information about the six Democrats who will be on the November ballot for City Council, in order of percentage of vote won:
Elizabeth B. Bennett-Parker — Bennett-Parker leads Together We Bake, a nonprofit organization that provides job training and personal development for women, and founder of Fruitcycle. She serves on the Community Criminal Justice Board and several local organizations. She is passionate about expanding employment opportunities, strengthening schools and ensuring inclusiveness. elizabethforalx.com
John Taylor Chapman* — Chapman is seeking his third term on the Alexandria City Council and has served on boards and commissions in Alexandria for more than 13 years. An Alexandria native, “He believes that every Alexandrian should be able to raise a family, afford their housing, have access to high-quality education, start a business, and enjoy the unique and vibrant culture of Alexandria,” according to his website. chapman4council.com
Mo Seifeldein — An attorney and small business owner, Seifeldein “is committed to making Alexandria a more prosperous, inclusive city that supports its residents by facilitating responsible economic development and improving critical city services.” moseif4council.com
Redella S. “Del” Pepper* — Pepper is seeking her 12th term on the Alexandria City Council. “My vision for Alexandria is of a diverse city with liveable and safe neighborhoods, where children are well-educated, the elderly are well-served, and the arts are valued; a city with clean air, ample and accessible parks and open spaces, and a sound economy where businesses prosper and affordable housing is a priority,” Pepper says on her website. delpepper.com
Canek Aguirre — Aguirre describes himself as “a community advocate and progressive leader focused on improving the lives of all Alexandrians.” He is current chair of the City of Alexandria’s Economic Opportunities Commission. Canek says he “will work to increase housing opportunities, invest in our public schools, and to improve health outcomes.” canekforcouncil.com
Amy B. Jackson — A former educator, Jackson is involved in numerous Alexandria commissions, programs, and non-profit organizations. She pledges to invest in affordable housing, schools, economic revitalization, and higher pay for teachers and first responders. amyjacksonva.com
The * indicates the candidate was an incumbent.
Those who also ran for City Council and lost in the Democratic Primary on Tuesday:
- *Willie Bailey: 8.08 percent
- Matt Feely: 7.52 percent
- Dak Hardwick: 7.62 percent
- Chris Hubbard: 3.67 percent
- Robert Ray: 5.58 percent
- *Paul Smedberg: 7.37 percent
