John Peyton (American politician)

John Peyton
John Peyton speaking during a groundbreaking ceremony in 2007
6th Mayor of Jacksonville
In office July 1, 2003 – July 1, 2011
Preceded by	John Delaney
Succeeded by	Alvin Brown
President of Gate Petroleum
Incumbent
Assumed office 2012
Preceded by	Herb Peyton
Personal details
Born	(1964-07-28) July 28, 1964 (age 60) Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Kathryn Pearson
Parents	Herb Peyton (father) Marilyn Stephens Peyton (mother)
Alma mater	Mercer University
Profession	President of Gate Petroleum politician

John Stephens Peyton (born July 28, 1964) is an American businessman and politician who is currently president of Gate Petroleum. He served as Mayor of Jacksonville, Florida from 2003 to 2011, when he was succeeded by Alvin Brown. He was the second Republican to be elected to the position since 1888. After his term he returned to Gate, his family business, and succeeded his father Herb Peyton as the company's president in January 2012.