Mayoral Run-off Election for Colorado Springs set for May

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The City of Colorado Springs said the results of the April 4 General Municipal Election have been certified, and because no mayoral candidate received more than 50% of the vote, the City Charter requires a run-off election between the top two candidates on Tuesday, May 16.


>>Click here for the April 4, 2023 General Municipal Election results

FOX21 News will host a Primetime Forum on Thursday, May 11 from 9 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., ahead of the Mayoral Run-off Election, between Wayne Williams and Yemi Mobolade. Evening Anchors, Scott Kilbury and Taylor Bishop will be the hosts.

The City Clerk drew names for ballot positions. Wayne Williams will appear first on the ballot and Yemi Mobolade will appear second. 


>>What happens if there is a tie in the mayoral election?

Ballots will be mailed on Monday, April 24, and must be returned by May 16 at 7 p.m.

Ballots can be mailed to the City Clerk’s Office but must be received by the 7 p.m. deadline. There are numerous 24/7 ballot drop-off locations around Colorado Springs.

For a list of ballot drop-off locations, click here.

More information about the candidates and run-off election deadlines can be found on the City’s website linked above.

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