Your voice will shape the future of Cortez. Cast your vote in the April 7, 2026 Municipal Election. Ballots will be mailed on March 16 to all registered, active voters within city limits. Make your impact felt and help guide our community’s future!
Key Election Facts for Cortez Residents
Election Day: April 7, 2026 - 7am until 7pm at Cortez City Hall- 123 Roger Smith Avenue, Cortez CO 81321
Ballots Mailed: March 16 to all registered, active voters who live within the city limits
A 24-hour official ballot drop box available (will open after ballots are mailed out) is located in the west parking lot of City Hall - 123 Roger Smith Avenue. The parking lot and drop box is accessible from Montezuma Avenue and Roger Smith Avenue.
Election Type: Mail ballot only
Check Your Registration: Visit GoVoteColorado.gov to confirm you are active and your mailing address is correct
Update Voter Registration In Person: Montezuma County Clerk’s Office, 140 West Main Street
City Council Seats: Five seats are available. The top three seats will hold a four-year seat, and the remaining candidates chosen will hold a two-year seat on the council.
Candidates (ballot order):
(Do not select more than five candidates)
Travis Shepherd
Kathleen Swope
Charles P. Borchini Jr.
Michael Earl Bischoff AKA “Gandolf”
Carly Wolf
Clarisa Osborn
Randy Vialpando
James McGinley
Bruce Burkett
Dennis Spruell
Claire West
Ballot Questions: Four proposed Charter changes included in Ordinance No. 1353, Series 2026 https://www.cortezco.gov/1006/2026-Ordinances
Returning by Mail: Ballots may be mailed back, but allow enough time and postage for delivery and receipt by April 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. (late postmarks are not counted)
Questions: Contact Cortez City Clerk Danielle Wells — 970 565 3402