(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The City of Colorado Springs has released the final map of the City Council District boundaries, which are effective as of Friday, Nov. 22, and will be in effect for the next four years.
According to the City Code, the six City Council Districts must be re-aligned every four years and must happen in an even year before an odd-year election. Districts must be substantially equal in population, contiguous, and comply with the City Charter, City Code, and the Voting Rights Act.
The City said the final map is a result of several months of research and community engagement. Nine board members of the District Process Advisory Committee served in an advisory position throughout the process and helped work with the public, assist the City Clerk, and advise the City Council.
A preliminary map was released in October and after review and consideration of the public comments, the City Clerk decided no changes were needed.
“After months of work and valuable input from our community, I am pleased to release the final City Council district map,” said Sarah Johnson, City Clerk for Colorado Springs. “This map reflects our commitment to fair and equitable representation, ensuring each district accurately represents the citizens of Colorado Springs. I want to thank the District Process Advisory Committee for their dedication throughout this process. I encourage everyone to familiarize themselves with the changes, especially candidates who are looking to run for a City Council seat in the upcoming April municipal election.”
The next General Municipal Election for the six City Council district seats will be on April 1, 2025, and each City Council member will need to live within the new boundaries and maintain a home within the City Council Districts they are elected to represent.
