Garrett
McGUIRE
Fighting for Fairfax County
Make Your Plan To Vote
There will be a special election to replace Delegate Mark Sickles in the 17th District on Tuesday, January 20. The district includes much of Fairfax County. Please check your voting registration, confirm your district, and make your plan to vote in the special election
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Vote Early
Vote Early In-Person
Early in-person voting begins January 10 and ends January 17.
FRANCONIA GOVERNMENTAL CENTER
6121 Franconia Rd. Alexandria 22031
Monday – Friday: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday (Jan. 10 & Jan. 17): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
DROP OFF YOUR ABSENTEE BALLOT
Due to the tight turnaround of this election, we recommend you bring your absentee ballot to the dropbox outside the Franconia Governmental Center or your polling place on Election Day.
Vote on January 20
Polls are open on Tuesday, January 20 from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM at your regular assigned polling place. Entrances to the voting room may be different at schools. Absentee ballots can be placed in the dropbox until 7:00 PM on January 20.
Priorities for Virginia
Garrett is running for Delegate to make life more affordable, protect critical services for vulnerable residents, and fully fund public education so every family has the opportunity to succeed.
Affordability
Garrett has spent his career working with families struggling to afford housing, childcare, and basic necessities. As a nonprofit leader, he’s seen how rising costs push working families out of Fairfax County. In Richmond, he’ll fight to expand housing supply, lower everyday costs, and make sure Fairfax remains a place families can afford to call home.
Social Safety Net
Through his work at United Community and the Community Services Board, Garrett has worked directly with seniors, people with disabilities, and families relying on Medicaid, SNAP, and human services. As Delegate, he’ll protect and strengthen the safety net families depend on.
Public Education
Garrett knows strong public schools are the backbone of Fairfax County. He’s committed to fully funding K–12 education and protecting Virginia’s colleges and universities. Every student deserves a quality education and a fair shot at success.
Mental Health & Disability
As Chair of the Fairfax–Falls Church Community Services Board, Garrett helped guide mental health and disability services through COVID and a historic staffing shortage. He played a role in implementing the County’s co-responder model, pairing mental health professionals with first responders to better serve people in crisis. Garrett has seen firsthand what happens when systems are underfunded—and what’s possible when we invest. In Richmond, he’ll fight to expand access to care and support people when they need it most.
Federal Workforce
Garrett has worked closely with federal workers and contractors impacted by shutdowns, furloughs, and political dysfunction. As a nonprofit leader, he helped connect families to food assistance and emergency support during uncertain times. As Delegate, he’ll stand up for federal workers who keep our country running and our region strong.
Meet Garrett
Garrett McGuire is a longtime public policy professional, community leader, and advocate for underserved communities in Fairfax County. He is running for Delegate in Virginia’s 17th District to bring practical experience, collaborative leadership, and a strong commitment to making life more affordable for families across the district.
Garrett has spent years leading and strengthening community institutions, including serving as Chair of the Board of United Community, the largest nonprofit serving the Route 1 corridor, and previously as Chair of the Fairfax–Falls Church Community Services Board, where he helped guide the county through COVID, expand mental health services, and implement innovative co-responder models.
Garrett and his wife live in Fairfax County’s Fair Haven neighborhood with their two daughters, where he serves as Civic Association President. As a husband, father, and lifelong public servant, McGuire is committed to strengthening schools, supporting economic growth, lowering costs for families, and ensuring every community has the tools it needs to succeed.
ENDORSEMENTS
“I have known Garrett to be a tremendous community leader and advocate, from working with him on issues of mental health, substance abuse, and behavioral health reform through his time with the Fairfax Community Services Board, to our shared service as Board Chairs of United Community, Garrett has always been a trusted voice in the district. I know that he will work tirelessly for all residents of the 17th District and I ask you to join me in voting for him!”
Mark Sickles
Delegate, District 17
“I’m proud to endorse Garrett McGuire because he shares my deep love for the Commonwealth of Virginia and a sincere commitment to making life better for everyone who calls it home. Garrett understands that progress comes from bringing people together, listening, and doing the hard work to strengthen our communities. He has consistently shown integrity, compassion, and a focus on results, and I know he will put Virginians first. Virginia is stronger when we lead with purpose and service, and Garrett McGuire embodies those values.”
Ralph Northam
Former Governor
“As a lifelong Franconia resident who has represented the residents of the 17th District for the last two decades, I know firsthand how important it is to have leaders in Richmond who can partner in keeping our community vibrant and our economy thriving. I have worked directly with Garrett McGuire for more than a decade, and throughout that time he has been a deeply committed leader with a genuine passion for service. Garrett has helped expand access to mental health care, substance abuse treatment, food assistance, and family supports for residents who rely on these services to get by. I know Garrett will represent Fairfax County well in Richmond and will carry on the incredible legacy of service created by Mark Sickles.”
Jeff McKay
Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
- State Senator Dave Marsden
- Fairfax County School Board member Karl Frisch
- Former Speaker Eileen Filler-Corn
- Senator Aaron Rouse
- Sheriff Stacey Kincaid
- Supervisor Dalia Palchik
- Mayor Alyia Gaskins of the City of Alexandria
- Alexandria City Councilmember John Taylor Chapman
- Fairfax County School Board At-Large member Kyle McDaniel
- Gun violence prevention advocate Lori Haas
- Gun violence prevention advocate Andrew Goddard
- Gun violence prevention advocate Martina Leinz
- Gun violence prevention advocate Andy Parker
- Gun violence prevention advocate Peter Read
Garrett Needs Your Vote!
COMMIT TO VOTE:
Garrett McGuire is a longtime public policy professional, community leader, and advocate for underserved communities in Fairfax County. He is a Democrat running in the special election for Delegate in Virginia’s 17th District.
Contributions can be mailed to:
Friends of Garrett McGuire
P.O. Box 4143
Alexandria VA 22303
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