Today is Election Day, and voters across the county are heading to the polls to decide a range of local races and ballot measures.
In Buena Vista, voters will determine the outcome of two school board races, two school funding measures, and a library district property tax question.
In Salida, residents will choose a new mayor, elect three city council members, decide one school board race, and vote on the proposal to close F Street during the summer months.
Countywide, voters will also weigh in on a measure to raise the lodging tax from 4% to 5.9%.
Vote Centers are open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the following locations:
- Salida Vote Center: The Legion Hut
- Buena Vista Vote Center: Buena Vista Community Center
Ballots must be returned in person by 7 p.m. Drop boxes are available at Buena Vista Town Hall and in front of the Chaffee County Courthouse.
Stay tuned Heart of the Rockies Radio will have live election results beginning at 7:30 p.m., both on-air and online.
