Longmont is a place where families put down roots, where small businesses dream big, and where community still means something. As your City Council representative, I’m fighting for a Longmont that stays livable, affordable, and welcoming — not just for some, but for all of us.
That’s why my priorities are centered around keeping Longmont affordable, sustainable, and inclusive as we grow.
HOUSING & AFFORDABILITY
• Expanding affordable and attainable housing options
• Supporting pathways to homeownership, especially for first-generation buyers
• Preventing displacement as Longmont grows
ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY
• Promoting climate-responsible development and infrastructure
• Supporting renewable energy, electrification, and water-wise planning
• Ensuring Longmont grows in a way that protects open space and natural resources
SMALL BUSINESS & ECONOMIC VITALITY
• Championing local small businesses and entrepreneurs
• Encouraging responsible economic development that brings living-wage jobs
YOUTH, EDUCATION & FAMILIES
Leveraging my background as a teacher to advocate for:
• Youth programming
• Mental health supports
• Safe, inclusive spaces for all families
EQUITY & VOICE
• Ensuring diverse voices are represented in city decision-making
• Addressing barriers faced by vulnerable and working-class communities
• Supporting language access and community engagement
THE TIMES-CALL ASKED SUSIE, 10/12/25:
What do you see as the most pressing challenge facing Longmont in the next two years, and how would you lead the city in addressing it?
Longmont’s most pressing challenge is balancing rising infrastructure and service costs with declining revenues, particularly a sharp drop in use tax that funds much of the city budget. At the same time, the city faces major capital needs, such as water treatment upgrades, flood resilience projects, and inflationary pressures on staffing and services our community expects and deserves. The mayor’s role is to navigate to ensure balance in maintaining critical infrastructure while keeping rates and taxes affordable. Over the next two years, I commit to taking the lead in transparent budgeting, phased rate adjustments, diversifying revenue sources, and prioritizing equity to protect Longmont’s financial stability and quality of life.
How would you represent Longmont’s interests at the regional and state level, particularly on issues like housing, transportation, and water?
It is essential Longmont has a voice at the regional and state level where decision that impact us are being made. As mayor, I will push for resources and regional solutions to address gaps in affordable housing and “missing middle” options. On transportation, Longmont must secure its fair share of RTD and CDOT investment by protecting local services, while ensuring projects like BRT and rail are fulfilled. On water, securing external funding for critical upgrades and collaborating on conservation is essential. The mayor must be a coalition builder and advocate, so Longmont attains our fair share of investment to thrive. My current experience on City Council has positioned me well to know the needs and how to advocate for them at a larger scale.
How would you approach running City Council meetings and working with both residents and staff to ensure discussions are fair and effective?
While the mayor has the obligation to run effective and efficient meetings, constituent input and perspective is essential in ensuring we are addressing the appropriate needs and priorities of this community. I lead by treating others with dignity and respect, I intend to lead with this standard. I listen to understand, pursue solutions that support residents, and strive to bring balance and professionalism to Council decorum.
Susie Hidalgo-Fahring for Longmont Mayor 