★ Running for Re-Election · 2026
Campbell Rich

Proven leadership for the Sailfish Capital of the World.

Campbell Rich has served Stuart as your Group 1 City Commissioner since 2022 — and as your Mayor. He's asking for your vote to keep Stuart the best small coastal town in America.

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Campbell Rich, Stuart City Commissioner, Group 1
4+
Years serving on the City Commission (2022–2026)
#1
USA TODAY Best Coastal Small Town in America (2024)
$500K
Annual city commitment to water-quality initiatives
10+
National "best places" honors for Stuart since 2022
About Campbell

A neighbor first. A commissioner second.

Campbell Rich raised his family in Stuart, built his career here, and spent years volunteering to make this community better before ever running for office. A retired certified financial planner, he brings a steady financial hand to City Hall — and his fellow commissioners chose him to serve as Mayor of Stuart.

And when he's not at the commission dais? You'll likely find him in the kitchen. Campbell is a proud home baker — he'll tell you a good loaf and a good budget have the same secret: patience, discipline, and no shortcuts.

Delivering for Stuart

What Campbell has done

  • Elected Mayor by his peers — chosen by fellow commissioners to lead the city, and unanimously reappointed to continue leading Stuart.
  • Championed clean water — pushed a regional coalition of communities affected by Lake Okeechobee discharges and backed the city's growing water-quality fund, from $300K toward $500K annually.
  • Fought for smart, managed growth — advocated for professional comprehensive planning so development serves residents, not the other way around.
  • Steady stewardship — helped guide the city's 2024–2029 Strategic Plan, including completion of the reverse-osmosis water treatment plant.
  • Practical downtown solutions — pressed for real answers on downtown parking so our historic Main Street stays busy and accessible.
Stuart Rising · 2022–2026

Since Campbell took office, the country has noticed Stuart.

Stuart has always been special. But over the last four years, the awards have kept rolling in — national recognition of a city that's thriving.

2024

#1 Best Coastal Small Town in America

USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice — Stuart took the top spot in the nation, up from #2 the year before.

2023 · 2025 · 2026

Top-Ranked Coastal Town, Year After Year

USA TODAY 10Best — #2 in 2023, top-6 in 2025, and #2 again in 2026. Four straight years on the national podium.

2025

#1 Best New Breweries in the U.S.

USA TODAY 10Best — Stuart's downtown food-and-drink scene is earning national headlines of its own.

2022

The South's Best Small Towns

Southern Living ranked Stuart #6 in the South — and World Atlas named it one of Florida's coolest small towns.

Ongoing

Cleaner Water, Real Investment

A dedicated water-quality fund, a new reverse-osmosis plant, and a seat at the table on Lake Okeechobee discharges.

Always

Sailfish Capital of the World

A working waterfront, historic downtown, and riverside parks — the character Campbell is fighting to protect.

Sources: USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, Southern Living, and the City of Stuart's official Awards & Accolades page. City accomplishments reflect the work of the full City Commission and city staff.

The Next Four Years

Campbell's priorities

Protect Our River

Keep building the regional alliance against harmful Lake Okeechobee discharges, and keep growing Stuart's dedicated water-quality investment.

Growth on Our Terms

Professional, comprehensive planning so new development respects Stuart's small-town character, infrastructure, and neighborhoods.

Safe, Civil Community

Support our police and first responders, and keep Stuart the kind of place where neighbors solve problems face to face.

A Downtown That Works

Real parking solutions so residents and visitors can enjoy our award-winning Main Street without the headache.

Fiscal Discipline

A retired financial planner's approach to the city budget: transparent, conservative, and focused on residents' return on their tax dollar.

An Open Door

Every constituent deserves a direct line to their commissioner. See a problem in the city? Campbell wants to hear about it — directly.

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An open line to your commissioner

Campbell believes city government works best when residents talk and City Hall listens. Sign up for campaign updates, or send Campbell a note about any problem you see in the city.

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