Vail Police sergeant announces candidacy for Eagle County sheriff
Vail Police Officer Rebecca Anderson runs as a Democrat in November 2026 election
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On Monday, Gypsum resident and Vail Police sergeant Rebecca Anderson announced her candidacy for Eagle County sheriff in the November 2026 election.
“Eagle County has been my home for more than 25 years, and I have spent the past 20 years serving our community in law enforcement,” Anderson said. “As Sheriff, I will prioritize building strong, trusting relationships between law enforcement and the communities we serve. I believe in proactive, community-focused policing, and I will encourage our deputies to engage directly with residents and visitors through community patrols and open conversations to ensure their needs are being met.”
Anderson, 49, is a Gypsum resident and currently serves as a patrol sergeant with the Vail Police Department. She is the Crisis Negotiations Team leader, and a passionate K-9 Handler.
A registered Democrat, Anderson believes strongly in collaboration and its centrality to effective public safety.
“I will strengthen partnerships with our law enforcement agencies in Avon, Basalt, Eagle and Vail, as well as throughout unincorporated Eagle County and with our fire departments and EMS services,” she said. “Our office will work closely with Eagle County Government, local town governments, our school district, hospitals, CDOT, and other key partners to ensure a coordinated approach to safety across the county.”
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Anderson previously served as a master patrol deputy with the Eagle County Sheriff’s Office from September 2005-2022. Between 2008-2012, she served as a field training officer.
“Between 2002 and 2005, I was a 911 call taker for police, fire and EMS with the Vail Public Safety Communications Center,” Anderson said. “That role centered me to commit to public safety service for life.
“One of my favorite parts of the job is participating in community events, such as National Night Out, Shop with a Cop, and Coffee with a Cop,” she added.
“Eagle County hosts so many great events, from our small-town festivals like Gypsum Daze, to world-wide events on our ski slopes. These events take a cooperative effort from all of our public safety agencies. I always enjoy being a part of these events to see first-hand how our agencies are able to work together, presenting a welcoming face to those attending.”
In her free time, Anderson embraces Eagle County’s outdoors hiking and snowshoeing with her dogs, family and friends. She is also an avid visitor to our country’s national parks.
“By supporting our law enforcement teams throughout Eagle County, we can better serve the people of Eagle County,” Anderson said. “I would be honored to earn your trust and your support.”
