Mayor Yemi Mobolade today announced the appointment of Wayne Williams as interim Chief of Staff for the City of Colorado Springs, bringing together two former mayoral opponents in a shared commitment to serve Colorado Springs and deliver results on behalf of residents.
Williams is a longtime public servant with extensive experience in local and statewide government. He previously served as Colorado Secretary of State from 2015-2019, El Paso County Clerk and Recorder from 2012-2015, El Paso County Commissioner from 2003-2011, and most recently served as an At-Large City Councilmember for Colorado Springs from 2019-2023, where he was elected Board Chair of Colorado Springs Utilities.
“Here in Colorado Springs, we are choosing a different story,” said Mayor Yemi Mobolade. “While national politics can feel divisive and gridlocked, we are focused on coming together to get things done. This decision is about delivering real results for our city. The issues we face around public safety, roads, housing, and economic growth aren’t partisan; they require the right people focused on execution. Wayne brings a proven track record of doing just that, and I’m confident he will help move our city forward.”
Mobolade and Williams first met as opponents in the 2023 mayoral election. Following the runoff election, Mobolade and Williams collaborated on a final post-campaign video message to help bring the city back together after an intense mayoral runoff election.
In the years since, Williams has contributed to several key efforts, including serving on the Mayor’s Infrastructure Solutions Team during the administration’s first 100 days and participating on Mayor Yemi's informal Mayoral Advisory Council made up of only a handful of community leaders.
As Chief of Staff, Williams will help lead coordination across City departments, support implementation of strategic priorities, and advise the Mayor on policy and operations.
“I am proud to bring my leadership and experience to this important role in the city,” said Wayne Williams. “I’m anxious to get started and serve the residents of Colorado Springs alongside Mayor Yemi.”
The appointment reflects a broader approach by the Mayor’s Office to prioritize collaboration, problem-solving, and results-driven leadership. Williams will begin serving as interim Chief of Staff on April 20.