Joe Frank (politician)
Joe Samuel Frank (born November 14, 1942) is a former mayor of Newport News, Virginia. A native of Newport News, he is a lawyer and was first elected mayor for the term starting July 1, 1996. He was re-elected in May 1998, 2002, and 2006. His last term expired June 30, 2010.[1] He is the first directly-elected mayor in the history of the city. Frank is an Eagle Scout and was awarded the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award in 2009.[2] In homage of this occasion, the Captain's Lounge in the Rappahannock Scout Camp at Bayport Scout Reservation was to be named in his honor. Frank is a father and grandfather.
Joe Frank | |
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_crew_members_for_their_hard_work_and_help_with_the_community_of_Newport_News.jpg) Frank (right) in 2005 | |
| Mayor of Newport News, Virginia | |
| In office July 1, 1996 – June 30, 2010 | |
| Preceded by | Barry E. DuVal |
| Succeeded by | McKinley L. Price |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Joe Samuel Frank November 14, 1942 Newport News, Virginia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Jane Susan |
| Alma mater | University of Virginia |
References
- Hirschauer, Sabine (July 22, 2009). "NN mayor won't seek re-election". Daily Press. Archived from the original on October 9, 2012.
- "Distinguished Eagle Scout Award". National Eagle Scout Association. Boy Scouts of America. Retrieved August 28, 2019.
External links
| Preceded by Barry E. DuVal |
Mayor of Newport News 1996-2010 |
Succeeded by McKinley Price |
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