Elections in Colorado local government
What Colorado city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
473 Colorado meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Colorado with the most elections activity
- Larimer County, CO (61)
- Greeley, CO (37)
- Longmont, CO (21)
- Commerce City, CO (16)
- Denver, CO (15)
- La Plata County, CO (15)
- Pueblo County, CO (13)
- Littleton, CO (13)
- Grand Junction, CO (12)
- Englewood, CO (12)
- Pitkin County, CO (11)
- Lakewood, CO (9)
Latest matching meetings
City Council to consider property purchase at 10160 West 12th Avenue
The City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including the purchase of real property for open space and park purposes. The body will also discuss the appointment of an interim city manager and various ballot question referrals.
Town to vote on sales tax increase for regular election
The Oak Creek Board of Trustees will meet to approve a ballot measure for a 2% sales tax increase and consider authorizing drainage improvements on Bell Avenue. The agenda also includes a joint meeting with Routt County regarding housing and transit updates.
Council to consider six ballot measures on bonds, taxes, charter and downtown authority
The Boulder City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of recent meeting minutes and an intergovernmental agreement with Boulder County and the City of Louisville to operate a joint disaster‑management office. The council will also introduce and take first readings of six ballot‑only ordinances…
Board will discuss repealing and reenacting Title 8 water and sewer regulations
The Morrison Town Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several agenda items, including a discussion of an ordinance that would repeal and reenact Title 8 of the municipal code covering water and sewer regulations. Other topics include membership in the South Platte Water Related Activities Program, a proposed…
Evans City Council to consider mail ballot election for November 2026
The City Council will discuss authorizing a mail ballot election for the November 3, 2026 municipal election. The body is also considering updates to animal control and automated vehicle identification regulations.
Board to authorize a mill levy election for South Brighton GID
The South Brighton General Improvement District will consider a resolution to authorize an independent mail ballot election to establish a mill levy on district properties. The meeting follows the regular City Council session.
Town proposes three ballot measures on lodging tax and trustee term limits
The Board of Trustees adopted an ordinance to place three questions on the November 3, 2026 regular election. The measures would eliminate the lodging‑tax exemption for facilities with fewer than eight units, raise the lodging tax from 6 % to 8 %, and remove term limits for the mayor and trustees. If approved, the…
City Council discusses ballot initiative presentations
The City Council will hold a discussion of ballot initiative presentations. No formal actions are listed; the meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.
Charter amendment on Civil Service Commission and Department of Safety to be voted Nov 3
The council will consider a charter amendment (26‑1048) that modernizes the Civil Service Commission and the Department of Safety and will hold public comment on it. They will also review the related Civil Service Companion Ordinance (26‑1055) and a state legislative wrap‑up briefing (26‑1049). Additionally, the…
City Council to vote on historic preservation tax extension and charter amendments
The City Council will consider approving a ten-year extension of the historic preservation sales tax and a package of five proposed charter amendments, all subject to a November 3, 2026 special election vote. The meeting also includes routine approvals for disaster management agreements, construction contracts, and a…
Commissioners to call three Public Improvement District elections for November 2026
The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several design and consulting contracts, including work for The Ranch events complex. The body is also proposing mail ballot elections for three Public Improvement Districts: Colland Center, Stanley Heights, and Terry Point Estates.
Transportation Master Plan presentation and officer elections
The commission will hear a presentation on the Public Works Transportation Master Plan and discuss updates to commission bylaws. Officer elections and promotion of special events and park openings are also on the agenda. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
Council approves major airport food concessions and multiple city contracts
The Denver City Council will elect a new Council President and President Pro‑Tem. It will adopt resolutions approving a license agreement for electric‑vehicle charging stations, the Mayor’s reappointment to the Denver Latino Commission, and several contract amendments and new agreements, including large airport…
Library Board to elect new members and review bylaws
The Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, introduce new members, and conduct elections. The group will also review bylaws and discuss upcoming library events.
City Council to discuss 2027 budget and ballot measures
The City Council Executive Committee will meet for information and discussion; no official action is taken at these meetings. The session includes presentations on the 2027 budget, ballot measures, and CDOT requirements for Pueblo Blvd.
Commission to vote on fundraiser budget and sticker proofs
The Brighton Historic Preservation Commission will consider proofs for a fundraiser sticker project and vote on budget priorities for surveys and a preservation plan. The meeting also includes officer elections and public comment.
Council considers extending historic preservation tax, placing it on November ballot
The City Council will hold first readings on an ordinance to extend the 0.125% historic preservation sales tax for ten years, expand allowed uses to include city history programs and capital projects, and increase the Museum Campus allocation from 20% to 30%, with a public hearing and voter referendum set for…
Board to adopt resolution accepting completed water treatment plant expansion
The Buena Vista Board of Trustees will consider a consent agenda, public comments, and several resolutions. Key decisions include accepting the completed water treatment plant expansion, directing participation in the November 3, 2026 coordinated municipal election, and confirming intent to reduce property tax through…
Buena Vista Board of Trustees to discuss short-term rentals and water plant expansion
The Board of Trustees will consider accepting the completed Water Treatment Plant Expansion Project and the town's participation in the November 3, 2026, coordinated election. The meeting includes a review of short-term rental committee recommendations and a first reading of wildfire resiliency code amendments.
Council will consider data center development and November ballot measures
The Johnstown Town Council will meet on July 13, 2026 for a work session. Council members will consider a proposal for a data center development. They will also discuss measures that will appear on the November ballot. The meeting will adjourn after these items.
City Council considers $15.7 M federal transit grant and major stormwater contract
The Pueblo City Council will vote on multiple construction contracts, including a $412,573.65 stormwater improvement at Pikes Peak Park and several emergency sewer repairs. It will also consider several ordinances, notably a $15,687,944 U.S. Department of Transportation grant for transit projects and an ordinance…
Executive session for case review and voting on community corrections matters
The Community Corrections Advisory Board will hold an executive session to hear victim statements, review cases, and vote. The meeting includes opening and closing remarks; no specific cases or votes are listed in the agenda.
City Council appoints Jad Lanigan as Dacono Chief of Police
The Dacono City Council will vote on Resolution 26-38 to appoint Jad Lanigan as chief of police and terminate the police advisor and interim chief agreements. Several ordinances will be heard on second reading, including requirements for Spanish language sample ballots and changes to municipal penalties and food‑truck…
The Ballot Study Committee will meet to discuss ballot study topics.
This is a brief meeting focused on discussing matters related to the upcoming ballot study. No specific measures or legislative actions are detailed in the agenda.
Emergency ordinance bans fireworks and restricts open fires in Hayden
The council adopted Emergency Ordinance 748, amending Title 12.12 to prohibit fireworks and add restrictions on open fires, effective June 19, 2026. It approved a drainage easement vacation and a minor subdivision for the 2.1‑acre parcel at 124 Harvest Drive. The council also approved a construction contract with…
Parks commission to elect chair and vice chair at July meeting
The Parks, Trails & Recreation Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the coming year. They will also discuss the 2027 Work Plan and plan a Movie Night event. A report on the Nexus Study regarding parkland dedications will be received.
Board to consider Ordinance 794 sales tax increase ballot question
The Board of Trustees will discuss updates from the Montezuma County Commission and Southwest Health Systems, then move to several agenda items. These include renewal of Straydog LLC dba Moondog Café's retail liquor license, a public hearing on Millies Mancos LLC's retail liquor license application, Ordinance 794…
Town considers updating building codes to 2024 edition
The board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to adopt the 2024 International Building Codes and related codes, replacing the current 2015 codes. They will also discuss The Fort annexation, a sewer inspection contract award, and ballot measures. Executive sessions before and after the meeting cover annexation…
Council introduces utility franchise ordinance requiring voter approval
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a special event permit for the Rare Steak Fest. Two ordinances are introduced: one granting a public utility franchise to Public Service Company of Colorado subject to voter approval in November 2026, and another proposing a charter amendment to shift municipal elections…
Board will hold a vote on community corrections matters
The Community Corrections Advisory Board Subcommittee will meet on July 6, 2026 at 3:30 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes opening remarks, an executive session with victim statements and case review, and a voting segment. No other decisions or proposals are listed.
Youth Commission to hold elections and inductions in August
The Brighton Youth Commission will discuss approval of minutes, receive updates on YOCB and the upcoming City BBQ, and finalize plans for the BYC retreat (July 10-12, $200 per person). Members will also prepare for new member inductions on August 4 and elections on August 6.
Hudson Town Council considers moratorium on data center facilities
The Town Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to temporarily ban data center facilities. The meeting also includes discussions on a photo radar program and new rules for public comment during meetings.
Community Corrections subcommittee to hold executive session, review cases
The meeting is primarily procedural, with an executive session for victim statements and case review, followed by voting. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed on the agenda.
Ballot Study Committee discusses ongoing study
This meeting is largely procedural, with the sole discussion item being a general ballot study. No specific proposals, dollar amounts, or concrete actions are listed.
Committee to discuss ballot study
The Ballot Study Committee will hold a procedural meeting with a single discussion item: 'Ballot study.' No specific proposals or details are provided in the agenda. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment.
Mancos Board of Trustees to hold public hearings on liquor licenses
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss municipal judge appointment and election participation. The meeting includes public hearings for two liquor license requests and a permit application.
Ouray County BOCC to weigh road & bridge ballot measure, housing grants
The Ouray County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a potential road and bridge ballot measure and housing action plans under SB24-174. They will also hear a legislative session review from State Representative Larry Don Suckla and receive commissioner and administrative reports. No…
Board to consider authorizing Prop 123 expedited review incentive funds
The Clear Creek County Board will discuss a letter to authorize Prop 123 expedited review incentive funds. The meeting also includes an executive session where the County Attorney will provide legal advice on HB25-1247, the county lodging tax expansion, and a potential ballot measure, as well as liability issues…
Board to vote on new tech fee for development permits and water fee
The Board of Trustees will hold a work session on Planning Department and Town Clerk operations, including an update on Proposition 123 affordable housing commitments and the upcoming municipal election. During the regular meeting, they will consider resolutions to dedicate land to widen Teal Run, support a grant for…
Council will hear and vote on Sharpe Farms Towne Center development plan
The Dacono City Council will consider several items, including appointing a new Director of Finance and approving a land purchase from Lakeview Farms LLC. A public hearing will be held on Resolution 26-36 to approve the final plat, development plan, and site plan for the Sharpe Farms Towne Center. The council will…