PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Alycin Bektesh
Pitkin County Communications Manager
970-309-5997
alycin.bektesh@pitkincounty.com
PITKIN COUNTY, CO (January 14, 2026) - The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has opened an application process to fill a vacancy on the Board following the resignation of District 2 Commissioner Kelly McNicholas Kury, which is effective February 16, 2026.
In accordance with the Pitkin County Home Rule Charter, vacancies on the Board of County Commissioners are filled by majority vote of the remaining commissioners. The individual appointed to the District 2 seat will serve through the remainder of Kury’s original term, which runs through January, 12th, 2027.
Applications for the District 2 appointment will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. MST on Friday, February 6, 2026. The online application form is available here, and paper copies may also be picked up at the Pitkin County Administration Building front desk. The Board intends to make an appointment at its regular meeting on February 25, 2026.
“Serving on the Board of County Commissioners is one of the most meaningful ways to shape the future of Pitkin County. Commissioners make decisions that affect our communities, our environment, and our quality of life every day. Applying for this vacant seat is an opportunity for engaged residents to bring their voice, values, and leadership to the table and help guide the county forward.” Said Jeffrey Woodruff, Chair of the Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners.
To be eligible, applicants must have residency within District 2 for at least one year prior to submitting their applications, and must continue to reside in the district through the remainder of the term. Additionally they must be registered to vote in Pitkin County. The District 2 boundary map can be found here.
The BOCC is scheduled to review applicants during the Feb 10th work session and conduct interviews February 17 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and appoint the selected candidate to take their oath of office during the Feb 25, 2026 regular meeting.
County staff will also offer a County Government Overview (County 101) session for interested applicants who submit an application prior to interviews. This orientation is planned for the week of February 9th, 2026.
Both the District 1 and District 2 Commissioner seats will be up for regular election in November 2026. Community members interested in running for these seats in the General Election are encouraged to contact the Pitkin County Democratic or Republican parties regarding designation, and the Pitkin County Clerk’s Office regarding candidate petitions and campaign finance rules. Due dates are dependent upon affiliation and designation, as well as date of candidacy declaration. Candidate filing information could be found here.
About the Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners
Pitkin County is governed by a five-member Board of County Commissioners, with one commissioner elected from each of five districts and all commissioners elected countywide. Commissioners serve staggered four-year terms and act collectively as the County’s legislative and executive authority.
County commissioners help set policy direction, adopt the county budget, and ensure the effective and responsible delivery of essential public services. Pitkin County’s responsibilities include law enforcement and courts, public health and human services, road and bridge maintenance, airport operations, emergency management, open space and trails, land use planning, environmental protection, housing coordination, and regional collaboration.