Bristol City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Jackie L. Nophlin
Candidate for City Council
Jackie L. Nophlin is running for Bristol City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 6 candidates are running for 3 seats.
Election Day · Tue, Nov 3, 2026
Qualified Democratic candidate for Bristol City Council in 2026.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Democratic
Michael W. Pollard, Jake Preston Holmes and F. Neal Osborne are incumbents; Jackie L. Nophlin, Melissa K. Brown and Elijah D. Walker are not on the council. Virginia Department of Elections
Where Jackie L. Nophlin stands: positions on the record
Recreational-substance shops1 sourced position
Said the city must protect neighborhoods and kids while respecting legal businesses, with clear rules on where shops go.
“Until Richmond and Washington finish their work, Bristol has to protect our neighborhoods and kids while respecting legal businesses.”
Own statementVOTE411 Voter Guide · Oct 5, 2026
Economic development1 sourced position
Listed support for small, local businesses under balanced economic growth.
“Support small, local businesses.”
Own statementVOTE411 Voter Guide · Oct 5, 2026
Taxes and budget1 sourced position
Proposed using extra growth revenue for taxpayer relief, small-business support and long-term projects.
“Give taxpayers a break where we can,”
Own statementVOTE411 Voter Guide · Oct 5, 2026
Public safety1 sourced position
Proposed assigning officers to build relationships with store owners and enforcing trespassing and nuisance laws.
Own statementVOTE411 Voter Guide · Oct 5, 2026
Also running for City Council
- Melissa K. Brown
- Jake Preston Holmes (incumbent)
- F. Neal Osborne (incumbent)
- Michael W. Pollard (incumbent)
- Elijah D. Walker
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