2026 race
Declared candidate for Richmond mayor; one mayor is elected citywide.
2026 Richmond mayoral election · Candidate profile
Mei Kang
Mei Kang is one of eight candidates in the City of Richmond's September 11 declaration for the October 17, 2026 mayoral election. The declaration lists her elector organization as Action Richmond. The withdrawal deadline is September 18; check the City's current list before relying on ballot status.
Background and affiliation
Who is Mei Kang?
Kang describes herself as an educator, entrepreneur and community worker. Her campaign site says she founded Happy May Education Centre and has worked with Richmond families for more than 20 years. These biographical details are candidate-provided claims, not independently verified by the City.
Elector organization
Action Richmond, as listed in the City's candidate declaration.
Campaign priorities
Her campaign names public safety, families, transparent government and economic growth. These are campaign positions, not municipal outcomes.
Sources: City of Richmond candidate list, City declaration and Mei Kang campaign website. Candidate materials are attributed and do not imply Smart Richmond endorsement.
Race context
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The City's final list names seven mayor candidates. Smart Richmond has found one published Richmond voter poll, fielded before nominations closed; online engagement and prediction-market prices are not voter polls.
Mei Kang election FAQ
Is Mei Kang running for Richmond mayor in 2026?
She appears in the City's September 11 declaration. The final ballot can change until the September 18 withdrawal deadline; verify on the City's candidate list.
What elector organization is Mei Kang with?
The City declaration lists Action Richmond.
When can Richmond residents vote?
General voting day is Saturday, October 17, 2026. See advance voting dates, locations and voter requirements.