The Board of Douglas County Commissioners is paving the way for increased local governance by considering a resolution to support the formation of a Home Rule Charter Commission. Set to discuss the resolution during a Business Meeting on June 10, the Board aims to facilitate a deeper engagement with residents on the subject of Home Rule.
In an upcoming Live Town Hall on June 17 at 6 p.m., the community is invited to join a Q&A session, primarily intended to directly address questions and concerns about the Home Rule proposal. The session is part of a series designed to not only inform but to actively involve the residents in a crucial decision-making process regarding local control. According to Douglas County, this electoral decision has the potential to significantly shape the county's political landscape.
A special election scheduled for June 24 will ask voters in Douglas County to decide on the establishment of a 21-member Home Rule Charter Commission. If given the nod by voters, this commission will have the responsibility of drafting a proposed charter that reflects the county's unique needs and priorities. The sense of urgency conveyed in the proposed resolution emphasizes the county’s right, as enshrined in the Colorado Constitution, to seek greater autonomy from statewide policies.
The Board's support for Home Rule has been clearly outlined in the proposed resolution for the June 10 meeting, stating that this move is a profound need in Douglas County to protect itself from one-size-fits-all statewide policies. The Board urges residents, in no uncertain terms, to vote 'Yes' for the creation of the Home Rule Charter Commission. Individuals can witness the resolution's discussion, public comments, and the Board's vote by attending the Business Meeting in person or joining online, as the Douglas County website indicates.
