Ryan Stuckey

Ryan Stuckey, a Sussex County native and local business owner, is running for state representative with a campaign focused on managing development, improving infrastructure and addressing the effects of population growth.

Stuckey owns a coffee shop on Main Street and cites his experience as a small-business owner as influencing his views on development and local government.

Stuckey has served on a local planning and zoning commission, where he worked on policies intended to regulate development and preserve forested areas. According to his campaign, he drafted changes to municipal law aimed at strengthening development oversight and environmental protections. He subsequently petitioned the town council, which unanimously approved the proposed measures.

Stuckey's campaign emphasizes prioritizing infrastructure improvements as Sussex County continues to grow. He has raised concerns about increased traffic, residential construction and the capacity of existing roads and schools to accommodate new development. He advocates for greater accountability in development decisions and policies that address infrastructure needs alongside population growth.

Education and local representation are also central to Stuckey's platform. His campaign highlights the importance of prioritizing schools and ensuring that development decisions reflect the needs of existing Sussex County residents.