Key Facts
Background
Kim Bentley II has taken college courses, most recently from Tidewater Community College, but does not hold a degree [4]. Bentley has over 20 years of experience in the Information Technology industry and currently works as a contractor with the Department of Veterans Affairs. He serves as the president of the Green Run Homes Association, the largest community association in Hampton Roads with over 16,000 residents [1].
Key Issues
Budget
Bentley wants to increase pay for clerks [5].
Community
Bentley advocates for an inclusive community [5].
Communication
Bentley wants to aid parent-teacher communications through technology use [1].
Education
Bentley believes the racial history of America should be taught in schools [1]. He also prioritizes ensuring teachers continue to teach [4], and he is against book banning [2]. Bentley wants to lower class sizes [3].
Government
Bentley believes career politicians have unfairly advocated for banks and contractors and that leaders must serve their entire community [2].
Gun Policy
Bentley supports gun control [3].
Infrastructure
Bentley wants to improve aging buildings and digital capabilities [1]. He prioritizes improving drainage and clearing canals, and he is in favor of a light rail system for Virginia Beach [5].
LGBTQIA+
Bentley is a supporter of LGBTQIA+ rights, particularly those of transgender people [3].
Politics
Bentley is against the current level of political polarization in the country [4].
Social Programs
Bentley advocates for the hiring of more social workers and counselors, a five-fold increase in all. He wants to address mental health and continue to include social and emotional learning instruction in schools [3].
Endorsements
Virginia Beach Democratic Committee; Jessica Owens, Virginia Beach School Board Member; Beverly Anderson, Virginia Beach School Board Member; Stand and Advocate for Equity Hampton Roads; Catalyst for Change
Sources
1 Bentley for Virginia Beach School Board
2 Ballotpedia
3 Facebook
4 Princess Anne Independent
5 Reddit
6 Twitter
7 Virginia Beach Democratic Committee