Abingdon Town Council · Nov 3, 2026
Olivia C.
Bailey
Olivia C. Bailey is running for Abingdon Town Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 5 candidates are running for 3 seats.
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The race · Town Council
- 01William P. "Bill" Anderson
- 02R. Wayne AustinIncumbent
- 03Olivia C. BaileyYou’re reading
- 04Frank Goodpasture IV
- 05J. Greg Lilly
Background
- About
- Former WCYB-TV anchor/reporter who has worked for Communities In Schools and the Attorney General's office. Her listed roles include Director of Marketing for Friends of Southwest Virginia.
- Campaign website
- oliviabaileyswva.com
On the record: Olivia C. Bailey
5 sourced01Infrastructure1 sourced position
written answer to the League of Women Voters' VOTE411 guide
Said the town must not defer maintenance on roads, water and sewer and must fund planned upkeep.
We cannot defer maintenance and must fund planned upkeep to keep these operations stable.”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)Link
02Public safety2 sourced positions
written answer to the League of Women Voters' VOTE411 guide
Said first responders must be funded and supported with resources and training.
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)Link
Lists support for police, fire and rescue agencies among her priorities if elected.
Own statementOlivia Bailey campaign siteLink
03Small business1 sourced position
written answer to the League of Women Voters' VOTE411 guide
Said the town should reduce regulation and support entrepreneurs where it can.
As much as we can reduce regulation and support those trying to become entrepreneurs and provide amenities, we should.”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)Link
04Tourism and residents1 sourced position
written answer to the League of Women Voters' VOTE411 guide
Said tourism is vital to Abingdon's economy and meals and lodging taxes keep costs lower for residents.
Tourism is vital to Abingdon's economy.”
Own statementVOTE411 (League of Women Voters)Link
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