City Council Regular Session - 07/14/2026

The City Council of Longmont, Colorado, held a regular session on July 14, 2026, with extensive discussions on several procurement and policy matters. Key procurement-related topics included the council's unanimous approval to proceed with the purchase of the YMCA property for $4.5 million, funded by recreation impact fees, with plans for facility development and operation to expand community recreational services. The council also approved accepting FAA grants for taxi lane reconstruction at Vance Brand Municipal Airport, despite some opposition, and appropriated funds accordingly. Additionally, the council discussed public safety funding options, ultimately voting to place a ten-year, fifty-fifty sales and property tax increase proposal on the ballot to fund expanded public safety staffing and services. The meeting also covered the referral of ranked choice voting (RCV) to the November ballot, with the council approving a split ballot question approach and a 2029 implementation date, contingent on voter approval. Other agenda items included approving city sponsorship for Longmont Cruise Night as a two-year pilot program and amending conservation easements for local open space. Public comments addressed concerns about recreational facilities, airport operations, election methods, and public safety funding. The council emphasized the importance of voter education and community engagement on these issues.