Elections

The City of Lakewood holds regular municipal elections on the first Tuesday in November of odd-numbered years. At each regular election, voters choose a Mayor (who serves a four-year term) and Councilmembers (who serve four-year terms). In addition to electing representatives, voters usually see ballot questions, such as City Charter amendments, revenue measures or initiated or referred ordinances or resolutions. In even-numbered years, Lakewood voters might see these kinds of ballot questions, but not City Council candidates. 

All municipal elections are "nonpartisan," meaning candidates do not run for election on a designated party ticket. 

Special Elections

City Council may call special elections by ordinance and may hold them at any time. The City can also hold special elections for Lakewood voters at the same time as the Jefferson County General Election in November of even-numbered years. Special elections usually focus only on ballot questions or to fill council vacancies.

Questions?
Contact CCO@LakewoodCOgov.

Statements For/Against the City of Lakewood 2026 Ballot Issue 

TABOR requires the City Clerk to collect and summarize statements for and against a proposed election for a tax increase. Community members can use the button below to submit statements for or against the sales tax question City Council approved for the November ballot. Statements must be submitted by noon on Friday, Sept. 18. 

Submit Statements For/Against