Jeff Walker Will Run for Denver City Council
The former RTD board member seeks an at-large seat in the upcoming November 2026 city election.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Remote Work
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Jeff Walker, 61, has announced his candidacy for a Denver City Council at-large seat in the November 2026 election. He previously served on the Denver Planning Board and the Regional Transportation District board.
Why it matters
Walker is centering his campaign on addressing critical infrastructure and housing needs following a cancer diagnosis and a February 2026 car accident. He intends to prioritize road safety and support the Unlocking Housing Choices proposal to expand middle housing.
The 61-year-old candidate previously served on the Regional Transportation District board from 2011 to 2021. This follows the 2025 Johnston administration layoff of 171 city employees.
The players
Jeff Walker
A 61-year-old political candidate and former member of the Regional Transportation District board.
Johnston administration
The current municipal leadership in Denver that oversaw the layoff of 171 city employees in 2025.
The details
Walker aims to engage directly with the public as a primary job function if elected to the council. He previously ran for an at-large position in 2023 and plans to pursue a full term in April 2027 should he win this November.
Timeline
Walker served on the Denver Planning Board from 2004 to 2010.
He held a seat on the RTD board from 2011 to 2021.
Walker ran for a city council seat in 2023.
The Johnston administration laid off 171 city workers in 2025.
Walker was struck by a driver in February 2026.
Market Landscape
Walker aligns his platform with the Unlocking Housing Choices proposal to address Denver's evolving residential infrastructure needs. This positions his candidacy as a direct push for increased urban density amid recent municipal workforce shifts.
Residents can expect the candidate to focus on infrastructure and housing regulations that directly affect local property zoning. His proposed policies regarding middle housing may influence future development and residential options for city taxpayers.
The takeaway
Walker's transition from local board service to at-large council candidacy highlights a renewed focus on post-accident public safety initiatives. Voters should monitor how his infrastructure priorities align with existing municipal budget constraints.
What happens next
Walker faces the city election in November 2026, with plans to run for a full term in April 2027 if elected.
Further reading
Learn more about the local job and employment landscape on the Denver Remote Work page.
More information
View the campaign platform and upcoming event schedule on the Jeff Walker campaign website.
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