| London Lyle | Boulder Daily Camera |
As Longmont settles into the aftermath of the City Council election, a familiar debate over voting methodology is gaining momentum. Former candidates and voting reform advocates say this year’s crowded field and tactical alliances demonstrate how the city’s current voting system prioritizes strategy over genuine preference.
”More fair and representative
In August, the City Council voted to hold a study session on ranked choice voting in early 2026, although an official date is yet to be determined.
Dillon Rankin, the co-founder and executive director of Ranked Choice Voting for Longmont, said he has seen growing support for ranked choice voting throughout the campaign season, where the organization participated in community events such as the ArtWalk on Main Street.
Rankin said this election showed how many residents wanted more room for honest choices. “Ranked choice voting really opens up the political system and makes it more fair and representative,” he said.