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City Council Open Forum
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Council Member Highlights Technology Policy Board's Role in Forward-Thinking Solutions and Community Input
Council Member Prietto reassured the public that the council is committed to forward-thinking solutions and is receptive to feedback. She highlighted the newly established Technology Policy Board as a body that will consider external data, community impacts, and advise the council on technology decisions. Prietto encouraged interested residents to join the board to contribute their perspectives.
Residents Question Reliance on Federal Airport Grants, Advocate for User Fees and Financial Self-Sufficiency
Ryan Forbes and others raised objections to accepting federal grants for airport repairs, arguing it increases federal obligations and limits Longmont's flexibility. They suggested prioritizing user-generated revenue, such as landing fees, to fund airport maintenance and operations. Council members discussed the total project cost of $1.66 million for taxiway repairs, with $1.5 million covered by FAA AIP funds, $41,000 by a CDOT grant, and $41,000 as the city's share. Concerns were voiced about the airport's lack of revenue generation to cover repairs and the potential for ongoing reliance on grants.
Council Member Reassures Commitment to Airport Solutions, Highlights Regional Collaboration and Resource Prioritization
Council Member Prietto addressed the airport noise issue, assuring residents that the council is serious about finding solutions and will not 'kick the can down the road.' She emphasized the importance of regional collaboration and partnerships to tackle cross-jurisdictional challenges. Prietto also noted that while Rank Choice Voting (RCV) implementation has costs, the council must balance resident requests with city priorities and available resources, acknowledging that decisions require careful consideration of feasibility and impact.
Council Member Prietto Reaffirms Commitment to Proactive Solutions and Balanced Decision-Making
Council Member Prietto reassured the public of the council's commitment to actively seeking solutions and avoiding delays on important issues like airport noise. She emphasized the importance of regional collaboration and partnerships to address challenges that extend beyond city boundaries. Prietto also noted that while implementing changes such as Rank Choice Voting involves costs and requires careful consideration of resources and city priorities, the council is dedicated to a methodical approach to policy adoption.
Council Member Popkin Suggests Enhanced Process for Sensitive Technology Decisions
Council Member Popkin acknowledged the rapid decision-making process for adopting ALPR cameras, suggesting that for sensitive topics, a more informational approach (like preliminary readings or updates) might be beneficial before a vote. He noted that community feedback on data governance and privacy has been carefully considered, leading to oversight improvements such as a transparency portal and a one-year review period for the Axon system.
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