Monica L. Robinson

Background

Robinson serves on Harrisonburg City Council for the 2022–2026 term and is executive director of the Shenandoah Valley Black Heritage Project. She grew up and was educated in Harrisonburg, where she has worked as an educator and small-business owner.

Sources: Monica Robinson campaign website, About, WHSV, “Meet the candidates: Harrisonburg City Council” (2026)

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Economic development

  She wants to build on the city’s economic-development programs and grow the commercial tax base, which she said could support infrastructure and services while easing residents’ tax pressure.

  WHSV, “Meet the candidates: Harrisonburg City Council” (2026)

• Legislative advocacy

  She said the city should pursue ongoing legislative advocacy, including direct engagement with legislators, to advance local authority and funding.

  WHSV, “Meet the candidates: Harrisonburg City Council” (2026)

• Housing

  She said the city should ensure adequate infrastructure before housing construction and help diversify housing options by helping developers complete projects.

  Daily News-Record, “Harrisonburg City Council candidates debate housing, business growth at JMU forum” (2026)