To our unaffiliated neighbors: Your voice belongs at the table

Did you know that in Colorado, unaffiliated voters can participate in primary elections? You don't have to belong to a specific political party to have a say in the future of Rio Blanco County.

Being unaffiliated is more than okay—it means you look at the issues and the candidates, not just the labels. The primary election is your opportunity to look at the road ahead and choose exactly where you want to see our community go.

When your primary ballot arrives in the mail, you get to choose which party's ballot you'd like to vote on (you just can't vote on both!). It’s a straightforward process, but if you’ve never done it before, it can feel a bit confusing.

Please feel free to ask questions. Whether it’s about how to cast your ballot, how local water management works, or what a commissioner’s daily duties look like, I am more than happy to help walk you through it.

We need our younger generations and our independent thinkers involved. What are the biggest concerns you have for our county right now? Let’s grab a coffee and talk about it.