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Douglas County’s June special election puts home rule matter to voters

Last updated: June 8, 2025 7:11 am
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Douglas County Seeks Home-Rule Authority for Greater Autonomy

Douglas County is embarking on a unique endeavor to adopt home-rule authority, a move no other Colorado county has made in nearly 50 years. This shift would grant the conservative stronghold south of Denver more autonomy and self-governance powers.

However, the journey towards achieving this goal has been met with challenges. A recent rally in Castle Rock protested the move, a tense town hall meeting ended in chaos, and a lawsuit has been filed to halt the process.

Despite the obstacles, ballots have been mailed out for the June 24 special election. If approved by voters, the creation of a home-rule charter by a 21-member commission would commence, with a final vote scheduled for November.

Local control has become a prominent theme in Colorado, with cities and counties pushing back against state government overreach. Douglas County Commissioner George Teal believes that now is the time for the county of nearly 400,000 residents to assert its independence from a left-leaning state legislature.

Teal sees home-rule authority as a way for Douglas County to challenge state laws it deems excessive. It would shift the burden onto the state to contest the county’s actions, rather than the other way around.

Despite past legal disputes with the state, Teal views home rule as a mechanism for local control that will provide greater legal standing for the county.

Opponents of the home-rule initiative, operating under the “Stop the Power Grab” banner, criticize the lack of transparency in the decision-making process. They question the rushed nature of the proposal and the limited public input in the planning stages.

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Three Douglas County residents, including State Rep. Bob Marshall and former Commissioner Lora Thomas, filed a lawsuit alleging violations of open meetings laws. However, a judge ruled in favor of Douglas County, allowing the election to proceed.

While the legal battle continues, Marshall remains committed to ensuring transparency in the home-rule process if elected to the charter commission.

Weld and Pitkin Counties Set Precedent for Home Rule

Weld and Pitkin Counties were the first in Colorado to adopt home-rule status in the 1970s, with Denver and Broomfield following suit due to their combined city-and-county structure.

Weld County’s transition to home rule aimed to improve efficiency in governance, while Pitkin County focused on managing growth and preserving natural habitat.

Home rule grants counties the authority to organize and carry out powers defined in state law, with limitations on matters of statewide concern.

Weld County faced legal challenges over redistricting, highlighting the balance between county autonomy and state law compliance.

Potential Impact of Home Rule for Douglas County

Political science professor Robert Preuhs suggests that home-rule status may not provide substantial policy flexibility, given constraints by state laws on key issues.

Commissioner Teal sees home rule as a tool to challenge state laws and exemptions from certain mandates.

Potential areas of contention include retail bag fees, property assessments, and law enforcement limits.

As the debate intensifies in Douglas County, questions arise about the grassroots support for home rule and the transparency of the process.

Residents like Amanda Budimlya see home rule as a means to protect liberties and rights in the face of shifting political dynamics in the state.

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The upcoming elections in June and November will provide residents with the opportunity to voice their opinions on the home-rule initiative.

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