Colorado Springs council appoints Ken Casey to District 2 seat
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Ken Casey will represent one of Colorado Springs' fastest-growing districts after a split City Council vote Monday.
Why it matters: The appointment comes just weeks after voters recalled former District 2 Councilmember Tom Bailey, in part signaling broader frustration over growth and development in the city.
- Casey's new district sits at the center of that tension, as major projects are met with neighborhood pushback.
State of play: City council voted 5-3 to appoint Casey to fill the ninth seat.
- The vote wrapped up a competitive process that drew 26 applicants, later narrowed to four: Anita Miller, Cindy Carter, Dan Spohn and Casey.
What they're saying: Not everyone on the council was sold.
- Members Kimberly Gold, Dave Donelson and Nancy Henjum voted against Casey's appointment, the latter of whom raised specific concerns about him balancing a full-time job with council duties.
- "I do hope you're the kind of city councilor that can bring trust back into your district," Gold said before casting a no vote.
Zoom in: Casey brings a government and planning background to the job, a direct tie to issues District 2 faces.
- He serves on Colorado Springs' planning commission and works for the U.S. Department of the Interior.
- He first arrived in the Springs during his Army career at Fort Carson. "I have the experience, character and education to be successful," he said during his council interview.
Between the lines: District 2 has lots of action, including heavy development pressure.
- A newly approved Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple is planned in the Flying Horse neighborhood.
- The Ford Amphitheater's 2026 season begins next month, with a lawsuit and state law concerning sound issues still undecided.
- And the Powers Extension project is slated to begin in 2027.
What's next: Casey will be sworn in April 13, and he said he plans to run for reelection in April.
- The position will be back on the ballot again in 2029, when it resumes its standard four-year election cycle.