Shakeel Dalal for mayor
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Shakeel Dalal
Running for mayor of Longmont,CO. 2025
Nigel visits with Shakeel Dalal about his candidacy for Longmont Mayor this fall. And on what qualifies him to be the town of Longmont's next mayor.
Produced and edited by T.G. Lewis on the Captn's Lounge Studio (Longmont, CO) for the CiT NETWORK.
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The mayor of Longmont, Colorado, is a key leader and policymaker for the city. Longmont is governed by a seven-member City Council, and the mayor is one of those members. Here's a breakdown of what the mayor's role entails:
- Policy and Leadership: The mayor and the rest of the City Council are responsible for setting policies and making decisions that address the needs and wishes of the community. They are the leaders of the city government, focusing on issues like affordable housing, transportation, and economic development.
- Presiding Officer: The mayor presides over City Council meetings. They have the same voting powers as any other member of the council.
- Representation: The mayor represents the city on various regional boards and organizations, such as the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) and the Metro Mayors' Caucus.
- Term Length: The mayor is elected to a two-year term.
- Community Liaison: The mayor works to find common ground across the community and is a voice for Longmont's residents. They may also serve as a liaison to various city boards and commissions.
The City of Longmont's 2025 municipal election includes a race for mayor. Based on the City of Longmont's candidate list and other public information, the following individuals have filed to run for mayor:
- Diane Crist
- Sarah Levison
- Shakeel Dalal
- Susie Hidalgo-Fahring
The current mayor, Joan Peck, is not term-limited and was eligible to run for re-election. However, she does not appear on the list of candidates who have filed for the 2025 mayoral race.