John Cosgrove for Virginia Senate
P.O. Box 15483
Chesapeake, VA 23328
(757) 547-3422
Part of Isle of Wight and Southampton Counties; and part of the Cities of Chesapeake, Franklin, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach
A retired Naval Officer who has served many years in elected office, Senator John Cosgrove has spent his life in service to his community, state, and nation. John was elected to the Senate in a special election in 2013 after serving four years on Chesapeake City Council followed by twelve years in the House of Delegates. In Richmond, John has been a leader on issues related to transportation, technology, and military affairs. John's record of service and tireless work in his district make him an effective advocate for the needs of South Hampton Roads.
Born: Montgomery, Alabama on June 7, 1954
Spouse: Sue Cosgrove
Residence: City of Chesapeake
Profession: Engineer, Waterways Counsulting
Entered Senate: 2013
- Virginia House of Delegates, 2002-2013
- Chesapeake City Council, 1998-2001
- Commerce and Labor Committee
- Education and Health Committee
- Local Government Committee
- Rehabilitation and Social Services Committee
- Transportation
- Great Bridge Baptist Church
- Batten College of Engineering and Technology Advisory Board at Old Dominion University
- Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership Board
- Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #9
- Chesapeake Rotary Club
- South Norfolk Ruritan Club
| Locality | Population | % of District |
| Chesapeake (part) | 113,115 | 56.7% |
| Franklin City (part) | 3,011 | 1.5% |
| Isle of Wight (part) | 7,043 | 3.5% |
| Portsmouth (part) | 8,157 | 4.1% |
| Southampton (part) | 5,647 | 2.8% |
| Suffolk (part) | 21,627 | 10.8% |
| Virginia Beach (part) | 41,004 | 20.6% |
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