Longmont Seeks Public Input on New City Flag
Residents have until November 29 to vote on three finalist designs for a new city flag.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in City Hall
Live Poll
Should the city prioritize keeping its original flag or adopt a new community-informed design?
The City of Longmont has unveiled three finalist designs for a new city flag to replace the original version created in 1974. A public survey is currently open to gather resident feedback before a final decision is made.
Why it matters
The redesign process aims to modernize the city symbol in time for upcoming milestones, including the 150th anniversary of Colorado. The initiative was prompted by community feedback and follows a competitive process involving 89 initial applicants.
The city allocated $5,000 in contingency funds for this process, with each of the three finalists receiving a $1,000 payment for their concept. An additional $1,500 incentive will be paid to the designer if their work is formally adopted.
The players
Tara Davids
She is one of the three artists whose concepts were selected as a finalist in the city flag redesign process.
Orlando Quiroz
He is a finalist in the city's search for a new official flag design.
Leah Winkler
She is one of the three designers whose flag concept reached the final round of the competition.
Longmont City Council
This local governing body is responsible for making the final decision on the adoption of the new flag design.
North American Vexillological Association
This professional organization specializes in the study of flags and provided technical feedback during the selection process.
The details
A selection panel scored the applicants using a rubric while incorporating guidance from the North American Vexillological Association. The Art in Public Places program is scheduled to present the results of the public survey to the council in December.
Timeline
The original city flag was designed in 1974.
The City Council approved the formal redesign process on May 26, 2026.
A public forum regarding the project was held at the Longmont Museum in August 2026.
The city announced the three flag finalists on October 29, 2026.
The public survey on the designs closes on November 29, 2026.
Political Context
The city incorporated standards from the North American Vexillological Association to guide the aesthetic evolution of its municipal identity. This approach follows a trend of cities moving away from legacy seals toward simplified, high-contrast designs that prioritize scalability and recognition.
Residents can participate in the selection process by completing the city survey before the November 29 deadline. The council's final decision will determine the permanent visual identity that represents the city on public buildings and official documents.
The takeaway
Engaging in public design initiatives allows citizens to have a direct impact on the symbols that define their community. Residents are encouraged to review the finalist concepts to ensure the chosen design best reflects the local spirit and history.
What happens next
The Art in Public Places program will present survey findings to the City Council on December 1, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local governance by visiting the City Hall section.
Live Poll
Should the city prioritize keeping its original flag or adopt a new community-informed design?
