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Lance Smith
Party Affiliation:
Campaign Website:
Democratic
Educational Background:
Unknown
Policy Positions
2026 Budget: Emphasizes the need to adjust the approved 2026 city budget in response to slowing revenue growth and inflation; pledges to protect funding for the Southeast Community Center and actively participate in Council Finance Committee meetings to ensure fiscal accountability.
Environmental Stewardship: Supports preserving and expanding open spaces, parks, and trails as housing density increases; also backs the Climate Action Plan and advocates for equitable utility rates by creating income-qualified discounts to protect vulnerable residents.
Housing Density and Affordability: Acknowledges need for increased housing density within the existing Growth Management Area; proposes a broad set of affordable housing solutions—including inclusionary zoning, housing trust funds, and zoning reform—and stresses the importance of community engagement to address housing inequities and cost burdens.
Professional Experience
Worked in an investor-owned utility (10 years)
Finance Director with Fort Collins Utilities (12 years)
Currently working in Longmont in a similar capacity
Community Involvement
Unknown
Endorsements
Mr. Smith is not seeking any endorsements or donations. He is investing his own resources to fund his campaign and he writes on his website:
City elections are about neighbors, community, and the quality of life we share - not partisan politics. Fort Collins faces challenges and opportunities that affect us all, and the best way forward is by working together, making sure every neighbor has the opportunity to thrive in Fort Collins. I am running to represent every resident of District 3 on City Council, and I pledge to serve with integrity, listening to your concerns and working collaboratively for solutions. The only endorsement I seek is yours at the ballot box this November.