In observance of the Juneteenth federal holiday, all Douglas County Government offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19. Offices will reopen on Friday, June 20, for normal business. Ballot drop boxes and VSPC Services (opening Monday, June 16) will still be available. Many County services are available 24/7 by visiting online services.
Counties that have their own Home Rule Charter are granted greater local control and authority and exemptions from some state laws.
On March 25, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners initiated the nine-step process for Douglas County to develop its own Home Rule Charter. View March 25 news conference.
Ultimately, Douglas County voters will decide. View media coverage.
Unlike a statutory form of government, which adheres to state-imposed rules and limitations, a Home Rule Charter provides the flexibility to address local challenges more effectively and innovatively. Colorado law provides 47 topics of authority for home rule counties, including limits on debt, tax and the use of parks and open space, for example. Ultimately, if approved by voters, the elected Home Rule Charter Commission would determine the topics included in the Charter.
During two elections, Douglas County voters will ultimately decide if Douglas County should have its own Home Rule Charter:
June 24 Special Election: Voters will be asked 1) Whether to form a Charter Commission and 2) To select 21 Charter Commission Members.
Second Election: If the Charter Commission is formed by voters in June, voters will be asked in another election whether to approve the Home Rule Charter drafted by the Home Rule Charter Commission.
State Statute defines nine steps for a County to become a Home Rule Charter County:
Learn more about Home Rule, the advantages and disadvantages, process, and charter content in our Home Rule in Douglas County Presentation.
The candidates are listed in the order they will appear on the ballot. Ballot order was determined by lot drawing.
The Douglas County Office of Clerk and Recorder is responsible for the conduct of each election, but individual candidates are responsible for providing information about themselves and their campaigns. Please search online for a candidate website or contact a candidate directly for information about the candidate.
Not sure which District you are located in? Find out using this interactive map.
Check out our list of frequently asked questions. Or ask your own using the form below!
Learn the Pros and Cons of adopting Home Rule in Douglas County, as explained by parties on both sides.
Town of Larkspur – Thursday, May 1 at 6 p.m.
Castle Rock Chamber – Tuesday, May 6, at 7:30 a.m., 420 Jerry St.
Town of Castle Rock – Tuesday, May 6 at 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 2nd Floor Atrium, 100 N Wilcox St., Castle Rock
HRCA Delegate and Board Meeting – Tuesday, May 20 at 6 p.m., Southridge Recreation Center in Highlands Ranch
Douglas County School District – Tuesday, May 27 at 8 p.m., 620 Wilcox St., Castle Rock CO 80104
Highlands Ranch Metro District Board – Tuesday, May 27 at 6 p.m., 62 Plaza Drive in Highlands Ranch
Live Town Hall – Wednesday, May 28 at 6 p.m., 100 Third St. Castle Rock
Liberty Girls – Monday, June 9 at 6:30 p.m., 9017 Old Tom Morris Circle
Home Rule Commission Candidate Event – Wednesday, June 11 at 6 p.m., Rock Bottom Brewery, 9627 E County Line Rd, Centennial, CO 80112
Home Rule Presentation at Westcreek – Monday, June 16 at 6:30 p.m., Mountain Community Firehouse, 15,000 Westcreek Road in Woodland Park
Live Town Hall: Home Rule Q&A – Tuesday, June 17 at 6 p.m., Join online at douglas.co.us/townhall or via phone by calling 833-380-0668
Charter Commission Meetings will be open to the public. There will be three additional meetings specifically for public comment. To be notified about these meetings, please sign up for email notifications. Choose “Home Rule.”
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