Voters This page provides comprehensive information about voting in Fort Collins elections, including registration requirements, election calendars and complaint processes. Residents can find details about upcoming elections, Council districts and how to participate in the democratic process.
Candidates Information for individuals interested in running for Fort Collins City Council offices, including eligibility requirements, nomination procedures and campaign finance reporting guidelines.
On the Ballot Fort Collins coordinates with Larimer County on all Regular and Special November elections. Learn about upcoming ballot items, candidate races and ranked voting.
Election Results View Larimer County's unofficial and official results from the most recent election.
Election FAQs This page provides comprehensive information about City of Fort Collins elections, including voting requirements, candidate information, campaign finance rules and temporary sign regulations for residents and candidates.
Initiatives The City Clerk's Office provides Initiative Guidelines to help community members understand the process for proposing ordinances or resolutions to City Council. Fort Collins registered voters can use this process to place measures on the ballot if City Council doesn't adopt them.
Petitions The City Clerk's Office provides guidance on petition processes including initiatives, referendums and recalls. Community members can propose ordinances, refer City Council decisions to voters or recall elected officials through established petition procedures.
Committees The City of Fort Collins recognizes multiple types of committees for municipal elections: candidate committees, issue committees that support or oppose ballot measures, small-scale issue committees with spending under $2,500, and political committees that support or oppose candidates.
Election Notices Election Notices will be posted on this page in advance of the next municipal election.
Ranked Voting Fort Collins uses ranked voting to elect the Mayor and City Councilmembers in races with three or more candidates. Voters can rank candidates in order of preference, with votes counted over multiple rounds until one candidate receives a majority.
Campaign Signs and Materials The City of Fort Collins regulates campaign signs and political materials through temporary sign rules and municipal code. Learn about placement requirements, disposal options and legal obligations for election-related communications.
Independent Expenditures Independent expenditures are political spending to support or oppose candidates or ballot issues that must be made without coordination with campaigns or committees. Learn about reporting requirements, record keeping and registration thresholds for Fort Collins elections.