Ranked choice voting won't head to Denver's ballot

• The system lets voters rank multiple candidates in order of preference.

Why it matters: The move could have reshaped how candidates campaign — and how voters choose — for Denver's top offices.

State of play: Supporters said the new system would have increased voter turnout, save money and boost candidate engagement.

The other side: Councilmember Kevin Flynn led opposition on the voting method.

• Flynn pointed to research suggesting ranked choice voting hasn't saved money in other cities — and may disenfranchise voters during candidate eliminations.

The big picture: Voters will still decide on a $950 million bond package and flavored tobacco ban repeal on the fall ballot.