03/29/2026
Breaking News: Prezzy Seeks Republican Nomination for Ward Four City Council, Secures Major Endorsement
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Nate Prezzy Announces Candidacy for Wi******er City Council Ward 4, Secures Endorsement of Retiring Councilor Kathy Tagnesi, Councilor.
WI******ER, Va. – Lt. Col. (Ret.) Nathaniel “Nate” Prezzy, a retired U.S. Army officer and senior Pentagon civilian with 44 years of leadership in efficiency, accountability, and strategic planning, today announced his candidacy for the Ward 4 seat on the Wi******er City Council. Prezzy is seeking the Republican nomination to succeed current Ward 4 Councilor Kathy Tagnesi.
Councilor Tagnesi has given Prezzy her full and enthusiastic endorsement, writing:
“I proudly support Nate, whose leadership and vision will guide our Ward 4 and community forward. Please join me in supporting Nate as our Ward 4 City Councilor.”
A 23-year resident of Wi******er alongside his wife, Jean, Prezzy is stepping forward to bring proven, results-driven leadership and common-sense solutions to City Hall during a critical time for Wi******er's growth and downtown development.
“I am running to bring common-sense solutions and military-honed accountability to the City Council,” Prezzy stated. “Wi******er has been good to my family, and I want to ensure it remains affordable, safe, and vibrant for every resident - whether you’ve lived here for decades or just moved to Ward 4.”
Prezzy’s campaign is built on three core priorities for Ward 4 and the broader Wi******er community:
Smart Spending, Not More Taxes: Treat every tax dollar like it’s our own. Prezzy will aggressively cut waste and find efficiencies first - just as he did throughout his Army and Pentagon career - before ever considering a tax increase.
Downtown Safety & Revitalization: Support permanent safety improvements to the downtown pedestrian mall and Boscawen Street project while actively protecting local businesses and economic vitality.
Responsible Growth & Housing: Champion smart, balanced development that respects neighborhoods, supports targeted opportunities, and ensures new growth pays its fair share to keep taxes affordable for current residents.
A highly decorated leader, Prezzy retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after 23 years of active duty, including multiple Inspector General assignments. He subsequently served 21 years as a civilian at the Pentagon, rising to Division Chief in the Army Inspector General Agency, where he oversaw high-priority investigations and enterprise-wide efficiency reviews. He is a graduate of the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy. Locally, he has served as Chairman of the Wi******er City Advisory Board for the Virginia Department of Social Services.
“With strong leadership, fiscal discipline, and a clear vision for the future, Wi******er’s best days are still ahead,” Prezzy concluded. “I look forward to earning the trust of Ward 4 voters.”
For more information, to volunteer, or to join the effort, please visit electprezzy.com or contact the campaign at [email protected].
Photographs in uniform are solely those of the Elect Prezzy campaign and do not reflect or represent the official views, policies, or positions of the Department of the Army or the Department of War.
