Chris Faraldi – Official Voting Record & Background Information on Issues (2020–2026)

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Purpose
 

This page summarizes official votes cast by Chris Faraldi during his service on Lynchburg City Council. Official meeting minutes remain the legal record. All summaries link to the corresponding public minutes. Last update: February 2026

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Executive Summary

Since 2020, Chris Faraldi’s voting record reflects consistent emphasis on fiscal sustainability, constitutional governance, local control, and plan-aligned development. Across tax policy, public safety, education, and infrastructure, Chris Faraldi has prioritized structural budgeting, independent review of proposals, and transparency in decision-making. His record reflects conservative principles applied consistently over multiple budget cycles and policy debates.
 

Decision-Making Approach

Chris Faraldi evaluates proposals using the following criteria:

• Is the funding structurally sustainable?

• Does the proposal respect constitutional limits?

• Does it preserve local governing authority?

• Is the data sufficient to justify the policy?

• Does it align with long-term adopted plans?

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Record At A Glance (2020-2026)

• Supported lowering the real estate tax rate.

• Supported public safety recruitment and retention funding.

• Voted against extending the Youth Curfew beyond enforcement data.

• Supported Second Amendment Sanctuary designation.

• Raised concerns about recurring cost expansions tied to temporary funding.

• Opposed zoning expansions inconsistent with adopted plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chris Faraldi​

Is Chris Faraldi a conservative?

Yes. Chris Faraldi identifies as a conservative Republican. His voting record reflects support for tax relief, Second Amendment protections, fiscal sustainability, local control, and public safety funding. Specific votes and meeting citations are documented on this page.

How did Chris Faraldi vote on the youth curfew?

Chris Faraldi voted against extending the youth curfew in January 2025. He stated that the available enforcement data did not justify further extension. The official vote and discussion can be found in the Lynchburg City Council Minutes from January 14, 2025.

Did Chris Faraldi support tax relief?

Yes. Chris Faraldi supported lowering the real estate tax rate and reducing burdensome fees while maintaining fiscal sustainability. His votes related to tax policy are documented in the City Council budget meetings and are cited in the corresponding minutes.

What is Chris Faraldi’s position on the Second Amendment?

Chris Faraldi supports Second Amendment protections. He voted in favor of declaring Lynchburg a Second Amendment Sanctuary City and has consistently expressed opposition to unconstitutional firearm restrictions at the local level.

Did Chris Faraldi vote to fund public safety?

Yes. Chris Faraldi voted in favor of funding for public safety initiatives, including recruitment and retention bonuses, equipment funding, and capital improvements related to fire and police services. Specific votes are cited in the official City Council minutes.

Did Chris Faraldi support residential rezonings?

Chris Faraldi has supported rezonings that align with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and neighborhood plans. He has opposed zoning changes that conflict with long-term land use strategy, including certain residential conversions in business districts.

What is Chris Faraldi’s position on fiscal sustainability?

Chris Faraldi has consistently stated that one-time revenue solutions should not fund recurring expenditures. His voting record reflects a preference for structural tax reform and long-term budget stability over temporary financial measures.

Did Chris Faraldi support education funding?

Chris Faraldi has supported school capital improvements and public safety-related school funding. He has also raised concerns regarding recurring operational costs and long-term financial commitments tied to certain proposals.

Has Chris Faraldi supported collective bargaining mandates?

Chris Faraldi has expressed concern about state-mandated collective bargaining requirements that remove local discretion. His public statements and roll call comments reflect a position favoring local decision-making authority.

How can voters verify Chris Faraldi’s voting record?

All votes summarized on this page link directly to official Lynchburg City Council meeting minutes. Those minutes are the legal public record. Voters may review the linked documents to verify context and recorded votes.

Does this page represent the official legal record?

No. The official legal record of City Council actions is contained in the certified meeting minutes maintained by the City of Lynchburg. This page summarizes those votes and links directly to the corresponding public documents.

How often is this voting record updated?

This page is updated periodically to reflect new votes and policy actions taken by Chris Faraldi during his service on Lynchburg City Council. The most recent update date is listed at the bottom of the page.

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Has Chris Faraldi ever voted differently than other Republicans?

Chris Faraldi has, at times, voted differently than other members of his party when he believed the data or fiscal analysis warranted it. He has stated that his responsibility is to his constituents and constitutional principles rather than party alignment alone.

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Is Chris Faraldi pro-life, where does he stand on Abortion?

Chris Faraldi is not pro-life or pro-choice; he is pro-adoption. He has said if there is a proposal that expands abortion, he's opposed; if there is a policy that limits abortion, he's in favor. He has also stated he supports the heartbeat bill (no abortions prior) as the foundation of his stance, with the only exeption being for the life and safety of the mother and child. Faraldi is critical of the conservative movement for making this critical issue a binary one; conservatives ought to be more passionate and supportive of being pro-adoption... supporting more options for mothers having their child and into a loving family. Members of his own family have had issues having a child, like many; supporting more pro-adoption policies brings more people together on this topic rather than divides them. 

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chris Faraldi

Policy Areas
 

On Taxes & Fiscal Policy

From 2020 through 2026, Chris Faraldi has consistently advocated for structural tax relief paired with fiscal sustainability.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Supported lowering the real estate tax rate during budget deliberations.

• Emphasized maintaining tax rates below equalization when possible.

• Raised concerns about temporary or one-time revenue measures funding recurring expenses.

• Supported sustainable vehicle tax reform discussions.

• Advocated for long-term structural budgeting rather than short-term political adjustments.
   

Across multiple budget cycles, Chris Faraldi emphasized transparency in recurring cost calculations and responsible reserve management.

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Source: Lynchburg City Council Budget Meetings (2020–2026)
 

On Public Safety

Chris Faraldi has supported funding public safety while opposing policies he believes exceed demonstrated necessity.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Supported recruitment and retention incentives for police and fire personnel.

• Supported funding for equipment and capital improvements.

• Opposed extending the Youth Curfew when enforcement data did not justify it.

• Emphasized balancing civil liberties with public safety tools.

• Participated in budget allocations prioritizing core city services during pandemic uncertainty.
   

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes (2020–2026)
 

On Education & Governance

Chris Faraldi has supported capital investment in schools while advocating for fiscal sustainability and local accountability.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Supported school capital improvement funding.

• Opposed recurring operational costs tied to temporary federal broadband funding.

• Voted to continue strategic education planning rather than disbanding the Education Task Force.

• Emphasized transparency and long-term cost evaluation in school-related proposals.

• Raised concerns regarding governance structures that remove local discretion.

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – January 2022; Budget Cycles 2020–2026

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On Constitutional & Second Amendment Issues

Chris Faraldi has consistently taken positions grounded in constitutional interpretation and limited government principles.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Supported declaring Lynchburg a Second Amendment Sanctuary City.

• Expressed opposition to unconstitutional firearm restrictions.

• Raised concerns regarding state mandates that remove local governing authority.

• Advocated for preserving local control over collective bargaining requirements.

• Emphasized constitutional governance during state-level legislative discussions.

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Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – 2023; Roll Call Discussions 2025

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On Spending & Budget Discipline

Chris Faraldi has consistently emphasized structural fiscal responsibility.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Advocated against using one-time revenue for recurring expenditures.

• Raised questions regarding recurring staffing expansions.

• Emphasized reserve integrity and responsible capital planning.

• Participated in budget stabilization during COVID-era uncertainty (2020–2021).

• Requested clarity in fund balance calculations and long-term obligations.
   

Source: Budget Work Sessions and Council Roll Call Discussions (2020–2026)

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On Infrastructure & Capital Planning

Chris Faraldi has supported infrastructure investment aligned with long-term planning.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Supported Capital Improvement Plan allocations for fire, transportation, and facilities.

• Raised questions regarding prioritization and sustainability of large capital projects.

• Supported growth aligned with infrastructure capacity and Comprehensive Plan guidance.

• Chris Faraldi is the only member of council to vote against the Capital Improvement Plan, as a whole, ten-plus times, citing debt financing constraints in the budget.
   

Source: Capital Improvement Plan Discussions (2020–2026)

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On Zoning & Land Use

Chris Faraldi has supported development aligned with adopted planning documents while opposing inconsistent zoning expansions.

Key Actions and Positions:

• Supported rezonings consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and neighborhood strategies.

• Opposed residential encroachment into B-1 Limited Business zoning districts.

• Advocated for long-term land use consistency and commercial corridor preservation.

• Voted to protect neighborhoods in the Timberlake and Leesville Road areas/24502 zip code from encroaching developments.
   

Source: Planning Sessions (2022–2026)

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Year-By-Year Overview

2020 Overview

Major Themes:

• COVID response governance

• Emergency operations adjustments

• Budget stabilization during pandemic uncertainty

• Education and public health policy discussions
   

During 2020, Chris Faraldi participated in pandemic-related governance decisions, including emergency operational adjustments and budget stabilization discussions. He emphasized fiscal responsibility during economic uncertainty and the importance of maintaining core city services.
 

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – 2020
 

2021 Overview

Major Themes:

• Budget recovery and fiscal normalization

• Public safety funding discussions

• Early tax equalization conversations

• Infrastructure and capital planning
   

In 2021, Chris Faraldi engaged in budget recovery efforts following pandemic impacts. He supported maintaining public safety funding while emphasizing long-term fiscal sustainability and transparency in recurring expenditures.
 

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – 2021
 

2022 Overview

Major Themes:

• Education Task Force debate

• CARES broadband recurring cost concerns

• School capital funding

• Early infrastructure and zoning discussions

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In 2022, Chris Faraldi opposed recurring operational cost expansions tied to temporary federal funding and voted to continue strategic education planning discussions rather than disband them. He supported school capital investments while raising fiscal sustainability concerns.

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Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – January 2022; January 25, 2022
 

2023 Overview

Major Themes:

• Second Amendment Sanctuary Resolution

• Tax rate equalization debates

• Budget structural reform

• Public safety recruitment efforts
   

In 2023, Chris Faraldi supported declaring Lynchburg a Second Amendment Sanctuary City and supported tax rate adjustments aligned with fiscal sustainability principles.
 

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – 2023
 

2024 Overview

Major Themes:

• Vehicle tax and fee reform discussions

• Public safety recruitment and retention funding

• Capital Improvement Program review

• Budget reform positioning
   

In 2024, Chris Faraldi emphasized sustainable tax reform and supported public safety funding initiatives while cautioning against structurally imbalanced revenue adjustments.
 

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – 2024 Budget Meetings
 

2025 Overview

Major Themes:

• Youth Curfew Extension vote

• Zoning consistency (B-1 residential conversion)

• Collective bargaining mandate concerns

• Comprehensive Plan updates
   

In 2025, Chris Faraldi voted against extending the youth curfew beyond demonstrated enforcement need, supported plan-aligned growth, and raised concerns about preserving local decision-making authority.
 

Source: Lynchburg City Council Minutes – January 2025
 

On Party Affiliation & Independent Governance

Chris Faraldi is a conservative Republican who votes according to constitutional principles, fiscal responsibility, and the best interests of Lynchburg residents.

Throughout his service on Lynchburg City Council, Chris Faraldi has taken positions consistent with conservative policy priorities while maintaining independence from internal political pressures. Chris Faraldi is a conservative Republican whose voting record reflects constitutional principles and fiscal responsibility. He has stated that elected officials are accountable first to their constituents and governing documents rather than internal political alignment.
 

Key Principles:

• Votes based on documented data and fiscal sustainability.

• Prioritizes local interests over party factional considerations.

• Supports conservative constitutional principles without engaging in partisan political theater.

• Maintains independence in decision-making while remaining a committed Republican.
   

Chris Faraldi believes that elected officials should be accountable to their constituents first and political organizations second. Chris Faraldi’s record reflects consistency in conservative principles, even when those positions were not politically convenient. Chris Faraldi is a conservative Republican who has maintained independence from internal political pressures while supporting constitutional and fiscal conservative principles.

Other Items

On Independent Review & Dissenting Votes

Chris Faraldi has, at times, cast dissenting votes when he believed proposals lacked long-term fiscal sustainability, sufficient data, or constitutional grounding.
 

On Accountability & Transparency

Chris Faraldi has made his voting record publicly available and linked to official minutes to allow independent verification. He has emphasized that elected officials should remain accountable directly to constituents. He has stated that responsible governance sometimes requires independent judgment rather than unanimous agreement.

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On Generational Leadership

Chris Faraldi represents a younger generation of local leadership focused on long-term structural planning, sustainable budgeting, and modernization of city governance processes

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On Policy Consistency

Across multiple budget cycles and issue areas, Chris Faraldi’s positions reflect consistent emphasis on:

• Fiscal sustainability

• Constitutional governance

• Local control

• Plan-aligned development

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On Governance During COVID-19

During the uncertainty of 2020–2021, Chris Faraldi participated in budget stabilization efforts and emphasized maintaining core city services while monitoring long-term fiscal impacts of emergency measures. During pandemic-era uncertainty, Chris Faraldi participated in budget stabilization decisions while emphasizing preservation of core services and long-term fiscal planning during volatile revenue conditions.

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On Infrastructure Stewardship

Chris Faraldi has supported infrastructure investment while raising questions regarding long-term maintenance obligations and prioritization sequencing to ensure sustainable capital planning.
 

On Procedural Integrity

Chris Faraldi has emphasized adherence to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and proper certification procedures to ensure transparency in government operations

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On Legislative Initiatives & Requests

Chris Faraldi has introduced and requested Council consideration of issues including:

• Traffic safety discussions

• Legislative agenda concerns

• Constitutional amendment review discussions

• Budget transparency questions

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Record Consistency

Across multiple budget cycles from 2020–2026, Chris Faraldi has:

• Supported tax restraint & cuts

• Supported public safety funding

• Raised concerns about recurring cost expansion

• Emphasized constitutional governance

• Advocated for plan-aligned growth

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Transparency

This page links directly to official City Council minutes for independent verification. Chris Faraldi supports public access to documentation and encourages voters to review primary source material.

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Independent Judgment

Chris Faraldi has, at times, cast dissenting votes when he believed proposals lacked sufficient data, long-term sustainability, or constitutional grounding. He has stated that responsible governance sometimes requires independent judgment rather than unanimous agreement.

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On Procedural Integrity

Chris Faraldi has emphasized adherence to statutory requirements, public certification procedures, and Virginia Freedom of Information Act standards to ensure transparent governance.

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On Data & Evidence-Based Governance

Chris Faraldi frequently references enforcement data, fiscal projections, and statutory requirements during Council deliberations. His voting record reflects emphasis on measurable outcomes rather than political convenience.

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Scope of This Record

This record summarizes official votes and policy positions taken during public meetings.

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Summary

Chris Faraldi’s record from 2020–2026 reflects consistent conservative principles applied through structured budgeting, constitutional governance, local control, and independent review of proposals.

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​Lynchburg City Council Official Minutes

Lynchburg City Council Minutes - 2020

Lynchburg City Council Minutes - 2021

Lynchburg City Council Minutes - 2022
Lynchburg City Council Minutes - 2023
Lynchburg City Council Minutes - 2024
Lynchburg City Council Minutes - 2025