Westminster Elections Update #7
...And my vision for Westminster
Welcome back to my election mini-series, where I share clear updates to keep you informed and empowered. Over 10,000 people now subscribe to this newsletter. I know not everyone here lives in Westminster, so thank you for tuning in and sharing how these updates help you wherever you may live.
As of 10/22:
Out of 334,467 registered voters in all of Adams County, 17,626 ballots are completed.
Westminster has 49,904 registered Adams voters. 3,591 Westminster (Adams) Ballots are completed:
1,438 Unaffiliated
1,300 Democrats
802 Republicans
51 Other
Out of 439,000 registered voters in all of Jefferson County, 40,103 ballots are completed.
Westminster has 34,906 registered JeffCo voters. 2,623 Westminster (JeffCo) ballots are completed:
1,095 Unaffiliated
940 Democrats
562 Republicans
26 Other
My vision for Westminster
While doorknocking I spoke with Pauline, a wise 72YO resident who told me she is tired of politicians who only fight against without offering a vision to fight for. That conversation moved me to share my vision for Westminster’s future and invite you into it.
I have heard from Westminster families about how hard it is to make ends meet. And what they deserve is a leader who takes affordability seriously, understands how city budgets, rates, and infrastructure really work, not one who weaponizes the word ‘taxes’ as a scare tactic to score political points in an election.
I am not here to sell you fear. I see you, and I understand your hardships. I am running with a vision for Westminster’s future, one that grows out of today’s challenges rather than the empty promise of passing the costs of today onto the next generation.
A vision to strengthen our public services and put working people and small business economics at the center of our politics.
A vision built on four years of conversations with parents, seniors, teachers, small business owners, first responders, and neighbors who simply want to live and work in a safe and affordable city.
A vision that celebrates the beauty and breadth of our multicultural community; its food, traditions, and shared spirit.
A vision rooted in joy and possibility, not struggle and fight. Because our working families deserve more than survival; there must be room for rest, peace, and joy.
The central question of Westminster’s 2025 municipal election is not what we are against but rather: what are we fighting for?
In the last four years, I’ve expanded parks and open space, expanded the water assistance program, boosted mental health, enhanced our fire mitigation plan, reduced police vacancies from 13% to a region-leading 1%, cut car thefts by 50%, secured clean water for generations, strengthened fire and police with the first-ever collective bargaining agreements, created free transit for seniors and disabled residents, invested in solutions to the unhoused crisis, innovated communication with our community, and expanded missing-middle housing choices like condos and townhomes so seniors, young families, and longtime residents can all find a place to call home.
In the next four years, what I am fighting for is a safer, more affordable Westminster by lowering the cost of utilities, groceries, childcare, and housing. That will be my top priority.
I want to improve our fire infrastructure, strengthen support for our police officers, and eliminate dangerous speeding in our neighborhoods so every child can play outside, every senior can cross the street safely, and every driver knows that in Westminster we value life over rushing.
I want to bring back the spirit of neighbors, with block parties, rotating food trucks, and spaces that spark conversation, camaraderie, and a true sense of community again.
I want to make it easier for families to connect across our city through micromobility: safer sidewalks, bike paths, and trails that let kids ride to school, parents walk to local shops, and neighbors meet each other without always needing a car.
I want taxpayers to know that every dollar will be managed with transparency and accountability, because delivering on affordability requires pairing lower costs with a government that works smarter and more responsibly. I want to strengthen our local economy by making it easier to start and grow a business in Westminster, cutting red tape and ensuring city dollars are invested wisely in the people and places that keep our community vibrant.
Finally, I want our young people to see Westminster as a city of opportunity, with safe after-school spaces, jobs that build skills, and recreation programs that inspire. I want every child and teenager to feel supported and valued, with outlets for creativity, sports, and leadership so they grow up knowing this city believes in their future.
But to deliver on all of this, we must first deliver on affordability, because this is not my vision, it is your vision shaped by our conversations and what you and I are collectively fighting for.
See you at the next update! Don’t forget to vote early and get 5 neighbors to vote.
Yours in service and hope,
Obi
How To Vote
You have options for how to vote. Mail it in, drop it off, or vote in person. See the image below for Westminster locations. Mail your ballot back by October 27 to make sure it’s received by 7PM on Election Day, or be in line at a VSPC or dropbox by 7PM.
It’s never too late to register to vote in Colorado. Register or update your address by October 27 to receive a ballot in the mail. After that, you’ll need to go into your closest Voter Service and Polling Center.
Check your ballot status by enrolling in Ballot Trax! Have the peace of mind that your ballot has been mailed to you, received, and counted.
2025 Westminster Ballot Recommendations
Other votes on your ballot:
Proposition LL: Yes
Proposition MM: Yes
Mayor of Westminster: I don’t endorse anyone for Mayor in this election.
Why I support Westminster Ballot Issue 3H
The repair and maintenance of Westminster’s streets has declined due to the rapidly rising cost of concrete, asphalt, and other materials. At our current rate, the quality of our streets will continue to drop over the next 10 years.
Additionally, we need to build new fire stations in order to close service gaps. Without the necessary investments, Firefighters and paramedics cannot reach a victim within 6 minutes which can be the difference between life and death.
No one likes raising taxes, but this measure is a critical and necessary part of a larger plan to shift more city resources towards our roads and Fire infrastructure. We have already reallocated millions of dollars towards these needs but inflation has tied our hands, so we need your help to accept a few extra cents of every dollar of cost that will ensure the safety of our entire city, especially our aging population.
About Obi Ezeadi
Obi Ezeadi is a first-generation American, first responder (EMT) and City Councilor who champions economic, democratic, and personal freedoms for all of Westminster. In his first 4 years, he came in as an outsider and delivered:
Expanded open space and parks
Expanded housing options (condos, townhomes, housing people can afford)
Made water more affordable and secured clean water for generations
Increased Mental health support
First Collective Bargaining Agreements for Fire and Police
Led the establishment of free transport service for seniors & disabled residents
Drove police vacancies down from a region-worst 13% to an area-leading 1%
Cut car thefts by 50%
Invested to solve unhoused crisis
Elevated transparency and accountability with our residents