Greg McCandless Running In 2026 RA Board Of Directors Election

McCandless is one of three candidates running for the vacant at-large seat in the 2026 RA Board of Directors election.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Seven candidates are running in the month-long Reston Association Board of Directors election. Greg McCandless is one of three candidates running for the vacant at-large seat. All RA members who are in good standing are eligible to cast ballots starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 and ending at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31. The 2026-2027 Board of Directors will be announced at the Annual Members' Meeting on Tuesday, April 14.

Why it matters

The Reston Association Board of Directors oversees the operations and governance of the Reston community, which is one of the largest homeowner associations in the United States. The election of new board members is an important process that shapes the future direction and priorities of the community.

The details

Greg McCandless is running for the at-large seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors. He has a background as a HOA board president and community leader, with experience in telecommunications sales and residential community operations. McCandless is touting his practical understanding of board governance, fiscal responsibility, and long-term planning as key differentiators from the other candidates.

  • The Reston Association Board of Directors election will take place from February 27 to March 31, 2026.
  • The 2026-2027 Board of Directors will be announced at the Annual Members' Meeting on April 14, 2026.

The players

Greg McCandless

A candidate running for the at-large seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors. He is the current board president of The Mercer, A Condominium in Reston, and has a background in telecommunications sales and residential community operations.

John Farrell

A candidate running for the at-large seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors.

Daton Lynch

A candidate running for the at-large seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors.

Georgina Cannan

A candidate running for the Lake Anne/Tall Oaks District Director seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors.

Nathen Phillips

A candidate running for the Lake Anne/Tall Oaks District Director seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors.

Ramon Pardo

A candidate running for the Lake Anne/Tall Oaks District Director seat on the Reston Association Board of Directors.

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What they’re saying

“Listen first. Effective leadership begins with understanding different perspectives and making thoughtful decisions grounded in respect and collaboration.”

— Greg McCandless (Patch)

What’s next

The Reston Association will announce the winners of the 2026-2027 Board of Directors election at the Annual Members' Meeting on April 14, 2026.

The takeaway

The Reston Association Board of Directors election is an important process that will shape the future direction and priorities of the Reston community. Voters will have the opportunity to choose candidates who they believe will provide responsible fiscal stewardship, transparent governance, and a commitment to preserving Reston's founding principles and community character.