The mayoral race in Colorado Springs is heating up, with candidates making significant strides in their campaign efforts. Here’s a rundown of the latest developments:
Wayne Williams: Williams received a substantial boost in funding during the last campaign finance cycle, securing $255,200, primarily from the Colorado Springs Forward Political Action Committee (CSF). This injection of funds has enabled him to launch television ads endorsing his candidacy, featuring Mayor John Suthers’ support. Williams has spent $140,000 on media advertising in the recent cycle, bringing his total raised to $406,785, with expenditures amounting to $220,896.
Yemi Mobolade: Mobolade, another mayoral candidate, has leveraged social media, particularly Facebook, to disseminate his message. Despite a lower fundraising total of $302,778, Mobolade’s campaign has been active, with $108,458 spent to date.
Sallie Clark and Longinos Gonzalez Jr.: Former El Paso County Commissioner Sallie Clark and current County Commissioner Longinos Gonzalez Jr. are also in the mayoral race. Clark has raised $227,269 and spent $27,264, while Gonzalez Jr. reports raising $205,592 and spending $46,951.
With twelve candidates vying to succeed Mayor Suthers, the endorsements of influential figures like former City Councilor Richard Skorman could sway voters. Skorman’s endorsement, when announced, is anticipated to carry weight with constituents.
Campaign Endorsements: City Council candidate Glenn Carlson received an endorsement from Climate Cabinet Action, a national organization focused on addressing climate change. The endorsement is expected to provide Carlson with additional resources for his campaign efforts, though the exact amount of funding remains undisclosed.
Community Engagement: Mayoral candidate Darryl Glenn and his wife, Jane Northrup Glenn, will be speaking at Interdenomination of Faith-CO as part of the church’s Black History Month Celebration. Their discussion will center on the role of Christians in government and the significance of minority representation in public service.
Upcoming Events: The Church For All Nations’ Culture Impact Team will host a City Council candidate forum on February 22, providing an opportunity for candidates to engage with the community. Additionally, the Westside Watch newsletter is featuring advertisements from candidates, including Scott Hiller and Longinos Gonzalez Jr., highlighting their stances on emergency planning and response.
As the campaign unfolds, candidates continue to vie for support and recognition, each seeking to make their mark on the future of Colorado Springs.