Daisy Montgomery is vice chair of the City’s Disability Advisory Board (speaking only for herself). She spent 13 years as a Department of Defense program manager, is a small-business owner, a disability advocate, and identifies as autistic. She’s running for City Council, District 1. Episode Summary Nick Armstrong talks with Daisy about District 1 priorities […]
Fort Collins City Council
A Closer Look at City Council Candidate Chris Conway in District 1
Chris Conway is a District 1 candidate who grew up in northeast Fort Collins (near Tavelli Elementary). He teaches English at Ridgeview Classical Schools and founded YIMBY Fort Collins to advocate for more housing options. He notes past work with local and state leaders on housing and sustainability and mentions endorsements from Democratic elected officials. […]
A Closer Look at Mayoral Candidate Patricia Babbitt – Dear Fort Collins
Welcome to this episode of Dear Fort Collins, where we delve into topics significant to our community. In today’s discussion, we feature Patricia Babbitt, a candidate running for the mayoral position in Fort Collins. Patricia is running on a strong environmental stance and a focus on amplifying lesser-heard voices. This interview explores her motivations for […]
A Closer Look at City Council Candidate Emily Francis – Dear Fort Collins
Welcome to Dear Fort Collins, a podcast dedicated to discussing issues in and around Fort Collins. In this series, we interview City Council candidates and Poudre School District board candidates, allowing you to get to know them better and make an informed choice when you go to the ballot. Today’s episode features Emily Francis, the District […]
A Closer Look at Mayoral Candidate Jeni Arndt – Dear Fort Collins
Welcome to another episode of Dear Fort Collins, where we dive deep into the issues that matter to our community. Being informed and engaged in the electoral process is essential for good outcomes. By familiarizing ourselves with the candidates’ perspectives, we can make informed decisions that resonate with our understanding of the community’s needs. Engaging […]
A Closer Look at City Council Candidate Shirley Peel – Dear Fort Collins
Fort Collins is a dynamic and flourishing community renowned for its parks and quality of life. As an engaged community member, I recognize the importance of citizen participation in local governance. This inspired me to create the podcast “Dear Fort Collins,” which offered a space for City Council candidates to express their vision and connect […]