Candidate Profile: Linda Colbert For Vienna Mayor

VIENNA, VA — Mayor Linda Colbert, who has been on Vienna Town Council since 2014, is seeking re-election as mayor in the Nov. 4, 2025 general election.

The seven Vienna Town Council seats (six Town Council and mayor) are up for election in 2025. Before 2023, Town Council seats had staggered two-year terms with elections in May.

Colbert, unopposed in her re-election bid for mayor, is a Vienna native who has worked as a math tutor and previously taught at her alma mater Madison High School. She was elected to Town Council in 2014 before being elected as mayor in 2020.

There are seven candidates for six Vienna Town Council seats — incumbents Sandra Allen, Chuck Anderson, Roy Baldwin, Jessica Ramakis and Howard Springsteen and newcomers Doug Francis and Dann Nash. Councilmember Ray Brill is not seeking re-election.

SEE ALSO: Vienna Town Council Forum Set Before November 2025 Election

In addition to the town elections, Town of Vienna voters will have Virginia governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and Virginia House of Delegates 12th District on the ballot. There are also Fairfax County public school bonds up for a voter referendum.

Early voting for the general election began on Friday, Sept. 19. More information on how to vote is available from the Fairfax County Office of Elections.

Patch asked candidates for Vienna Town Council to fill out a candidate questionnaire with the same questions. Here are Colbert's responses:

Name

Linda Colbert

Office Sought

Mayor, Town of Vienna

Campaign Website

lindacolbertformayor.com

Age (As of Nov. 4 election)

59

Education

BA Mathematics, University of Virginia, MA Education, Virginia Tech

Occupation

math tutor

Family

My husband, Mike, and I both grew up in Vienna, we have two adult daughters, Heather and Hannah and a son in law Nick

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Previous public office positions or appointments

Vienna Town Council 2014-2020, Vienna Mayor 2020-2025

Why are you seeking this office?

I love Vienna and want to help shape it's future and keep it the best place to live.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidate(s) seeking this post?

I am running unopposed. However, I have a unique perspective, growing up in Vienna, teaching at my alma mater Madison High School, and always being active in the community.

What do you see as the top issues facing your locality, and how do you address them in your campaign platform?

Providing the best quality of life for all Vienna residents by keeping the following priorities in mind:
1.Safety - working with the police to ensure personal safety, and working with residents, council, and staff to provide vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle safety in town.
2. Health and Wellbeing - preserving our parks, providing ample recreation for all residents, and opposing a Tysons Casino.
A Pool and Fitness Center will provide residents of all ages and abilities a safe and affordable place to exercise, learn to swim, and take other health classes close to home.
3.Financial Stability - keeping the real estate tax as low as possible, supporting commercial entities, and assessing the needs and desires of residents while making responsible decisions for Vienna's future.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Vienna is rated as one of the top places in the US to live because of its safety, family friendly and community atmosphere, parks, events, sports programs, fitness and health, miles of sidewalks, and a vibrant downtown. These characteristics are attributed to many past councils, residents, town staff, and organizations. Under my leadership, the town has maintained and improved upon them.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I love my hometown and love meeting and helping residents. We are the best town because we work together as #OneVienna.