Fred Smith
CO
Fred Smith, who calls himself the Grateful Fred, has lived in Boulder since the mid-1980s. He proposes a progressive city income tax on income above the Social Security cap to fund city services.
Where Fred Smith stands, based on their records
Mixed record
Government Spending Reduction (1 support · 1 oppose)
Track record
Track record — Government Spending Reduction
Government Spending Reduction · 1 support · 1 oppose
Spoke out strongly against Colorado's Taxpayer's Bill of Rights (TABOR), the state limit on taxes and spending, at a Boulder Chamber candidate forum. He argued that progressive taxes could make the city stronger.
September 5, 2026Opposes Government Spending Reduction
Source: yellowscene.com
Publicly opposed Boulder's $400 million bond measure for city buildings and recreation centers, paid for by higher property taxes. Opponents said voters had not been told enough about how the money would be spent.
August 30, 2026Supports Government Spending Reduction
Source: boulderreportinglab.org
Past race Fred Smith ran in:
- Boulder Mayor · November 3, 2026 · Boulder city, Colorado