The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 14, 2014. Incumbent Michele Fiore defeated Melissa Laughter in the Republican primary, while Jeff Hinton defeated John-Nicholas White in the Democratic primary. Fiore defeated Hinton in the general election.
Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, a private club in the North Side of Richmond, waived the $6,500 initiation fee for new members and is charging $180 a month in dues. General Manager Charles Goodwin said the club has signed 15 members since the discount started this at the start of this month.
Golf Course charges $100 to each golfer participating in an event that includes an 18-hole round of golf, lunch, and prizes. No part of the $100 fee is advertised as a fee for prizes. Golf Course purchases clothing and golf equipment for the prizes. Golf Course must pay sales tax on the entire $100 fee.