Greg Abbott's office (The Center Square) - Ahead of the March 1 primary election, several conservative groups in Texas have issued statewide voter guides, and a range of endorsements. Progressives should cast their vote for McCorkle. 303-333-7846. In 2018, Sullivan became the first Democrat elected to represent House District 37. In many states, people campaign to be judges, sometimes in partisan elections. Sullivan is running against conservative Republican Tom Kim is the Republican candidate. The governor's office conducts additional screening and interviewing, which results in an appointment. The summaries, which appear in the Blue Book and online, advise voters whether judges meet or don't meet performance standards. John Hickenlooper's federal liaison in Washington, D.C. He supports protecting DREAMers and passing comprehensive immigration reform and has called for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to end its contracts with private prison companies. Weve been doing that ever since, with 231 commissioners (serving on panels) who evaluate the state of Colorados judges and really serve to just give voters some information about the performance of judges.. Through all of this, CPR has turned to Coloradans to tell us what is important to them, and what they want candidates to be talking about. Before winning office in 2018, Griswold served as the director of Gov. Similar to the temporary order we saw in COVID-19 - under this ballot measure - bars and restaurants would be allowed to offer alcohol takeout and delivery. For example, this funding would pay for 5 main things: a housing equity program, debt programs for low to middle income multi family rental developments, an affordable home ownership program by providing down payment assistance, and creating grants to local governments and loans to nonprofit organizations to acquire and maintain land for the development of affordable housing. Still have questions? Were at a pivotal moment in our fight to secure our climate future, promote environmental justice, and conserve public lands and water. But they later appear on the ballot when they come up for retention allowing voters to decide whether they should continue serving. on Tuesday June 28th. You want to know what is really going on these days, especially in Colorado. Use Email, Text, Social Media, Carrier Pigeon, or even a Flash Mob. In 2024-2025, the fund would expand to provide grants for schools to buy local Colorado food, increase wages for employees who prepare and serve school meals, and increase community education and engagement around healthy meals. A leading national gun safety advocacy group is spending big in Colorado to oppose statewide Republican nominees and support a Democratic stat. Amendment 78 threatens to undermine Colorados ability to tackle climate change and a host of other issues, by requiring more legislative oversight over certain funds from the federal government. The data stem from surveys given to lawyers who appear before the judges, surveys to non-lawyers, courtroom observations and input from chief judges of the judicial districts, among other sources of information. Lopez believes in abortion and reproductive rights; equal pay and LGBTQ rights; common sense gun safety laws; and inclusive immigration laws. Ballots are now out for this year's Democratic and Republican primaries and must be returned by 7p.m. Lindsay serves on the House Transportation and Acriculture Committees. Hamrick is running to improve education funding, bring about common sense gun safety legislation, and to lower the cost of living for working families from health care to housing. The system has its critics, in part because its rare for a judge to get booted by voters. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. Rodriguez grew up in Adams County. A few dates to remember: June 6 - First day that mail-in ballots are sent to voters.. June 20 - Last day for an individual to submit a voter registration application and still get a ballot in the mail. Senator Rodriguez is the incumbent running for his second term to represent Colorado Senate District 32. Contact Name *. In rare cases where those situations overlap, no judges will appear on a voters ballot this year. Your Arapahoe County-related candidates for elected office from US Senator to County Commissioner tell you about themselves, their platforms and how they plan to win their races in the upcoming General Election. In Monahan's candidate questionnaire from the Denver Post, Monahan repeated discredited talking points about the Inflation Reduction Act and expressed support for the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Sign up to join us in building a more progressive state. District court judges, who have general jurisdiction over cases, serve six years. Last year, we worked hard to help fund environmental and climate-related programs through. Colorado's flat tax code means that low income and wealthier Coloradans pay the same amount in percentage of their income, and our rate is too low to adequately fund our schools, and other tax-funded services. ### 91.7 WVXU | By Trecia Pannell. Election Date: November 7, 2023 Offices: Mayor, Ward IV, Ward V, Ward VI, (2) At-Large Aurora is a home-rule municipality and is governed by a charter adopted by the voters. Campbell-Swanson is a mother, teacher, attorney and community advocate. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Return your ballot with 47 cents postage, or deliver it to one of 26 drop-off locations by 7 p.m. on Election Day. Privacy Policy When these funds come, Conservation Colorado is ready to work with Governor Polis administration and the state legislature to respond to the climate crisis with the urgency it demands. These pro-conservation candidates will hold polluters accountable and fight for a healthy environment for all residents. Tyler Sandberg, a Republican operative who leads the conservative education nonprofit Ready Colorado, said the GOP is pursuing ballot questions as part of a "sea change in how Republicans approach policy here." "Again and again and again, it's always been liberal initiatives on the ballot," Sandberg said. The Council of State Governments chose Jodeh as one of the 20 Under 40 elected officials whose careers in public service show promise. But other times, the law is murky and a judge makes their best effort to give an answer, only to be reversed on appeal. DeGette has also been an outspoken advocate for enacting commonsense gun safety measures, safeguarding Colorados public lands, and protecting American consumers. A sample of the ballot, which voters are encouraged to use to mark their choices before completing the official ballot Douglas County Commissioner Abe Laydon accused fellow Commissioner Lora Thomas of leaking classified materials regarding the board's 2-1 decision to spend nearly $1 million on metal detector technology at STEM School Highlands Ranch. They do NOT display well on a small screen mobile device (ie. In Denver, which has its own district court (one of 22 statewide), voters will decide retention. Click here for more information on how to register to vote and make sure you can receive and drop off your ballot in Colorado. Rooted in research. Include VOTER SERVICES in the subject. The process has drawn criticism because the evaluations lack information that might be more useful to some voters. Proposition FF would create and fund the "Healthy School Meals for All" program under the Colorado Department of Education. Vote No to protect Colorados ability to invest in climate, land, water, air, and communities. Single-family properties are taxed on 6.9% percent of assessed value, down from from 7.15% Multifamily properties are taxed on 6.8%, down from 7.15% Agricultural property's rate dropped to 26.4%, from 29% Property used to produce renewable energy is taxed on 26.4% of assessed value, down from 29% There's a big catch, however. Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State House races on your ballot. Dickson is a graduate of the University of Oxford in economics, and currently serves as a Research Economist at a nonprofit focused on reducing global poverty. Colorado Public Radios voter guide to the 2022 general election, News That Matters, Delivered To Your Inbox, what they want candidates to be talking about, Paul Nol Fiorino, Cynthia Munhos de Aquino Sirianni, New 23rd judicial district for Elbert, Douglas and Lincoln counties, Extend homestead exemption to Gold Star spouses, explained, Changes to charitable gaming operations, explained, Healthy meals for all public school students, Giving voters more information about proposed tax changes, Dedicate tax revenue to affordable housing, Increasing the number of locations a liquor store chain can operate, Allowing grocery and convenience stores to sell wine, Third-party delivery of alcoholic beverages. A:You only vote to retain the county and district court judges where you live. Listen now. If a judge has been placed on an improvement plan, youll learn that, too. Vote in every race! Browse the categories at the left or select Choose My Guide to see races specific to you. Buck also voted in favor of the 2017 tax reform bill, which heavily favored the wealthy and corporations while increasing tax burdens on the middle class. A lifelong Denverite, she has dedicated her career to protecting the environment, expanding access to health care, and fighting for reproductive justice. October 23, 2022, 5:00 AM. Should landlords be taxed to pay for free legal representation for tenants facing eviction? Conservation Colorado has endorsed an exciting slate of candidates running for local office and taken positions on three ballot measures. Leslie Summey is running for Arapahoe County Commissioner, District 4. Ortiz is a retired United States Army veteran helicopter pilot who was injured in Afghanistan. Every two years, Colorado voters work down their ballots and hit the same roadblock: Who are all these judges? Division: District Court-Lincoln County. Mail or Deliver to: Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder's Office. Rodriguez is the progressive choice for Colorado Senate District 32. Jack Barrington is a Navy veteran, teacher, truck driver and mechanic. Candidates running for For Worth area 141st District Court judge in November 8 election. Crows district is the most diverse in Colorado, with 1 in 5 residents being born outside the United States; Crow has said this is what makes his community such a special place to live. Incumbent Sen. Michael Bennet joined the U.S. Senate in 2009 after Colorado Gov. After graduating, James was commissioned into the United States Navy. Wanda James is an entrepreneur and a graduate of the University of Colorado Boulder, Class of 1986. The guide will be updated with new stories up to Election Day, Nov.. Qualteri's social media posts include references to baseless claims of election fraud in 2020. Incumbent Treasurer Dave Young is running for his second term as Colorado Treasurer after winning office in 2018. After graduating, James was commissioned into the United States Navy. A primary was scheduled for June 28, 2022. If living in Arapahoe . All registered voters receive a mail ballot which may be completed, mailed or dropped off to be received by the county clerk office by 7pm on Election Day. Political parties and platforms change. All Rights Reserved. Last year, we worked hard to help fund environmental and climate-related programs through the Denver sales tax, specifically targeted to help communities most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Colorado voters consider constitutional amendment to shift judges to new district, play an initial role two years after an appointment, the website for the Colorado Office of Judicial Performance Evaluation, has pushed for years for Colorado to include, Denver just got a direct flight to this Caribbean island known for music history and vegetarian cooking, Coloradans may have another chance to see the northern lights Monday night, Denver gang member gave 14-year-old permission to open fire on woman with AR-15 after fender-bender, DA alleges, Feds sue water company for rupture damaging Rocky Mountain National Park -- again, Price of gas in Colorado has risen 51% since Suncor's refinery shutdown in late December. Early in his career, Weiser served as a law clerk for Justices Byron White and Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Voting is one of the most important things you can do to protect our environment and our communities. The group also has advocated for the addition of public testimony to the commissions process. stream
Before serving in Congress, Crow spent years helping veterans like himself who struggled to receive benefits, focusing his work on veteran homelessness and substance abuse issues. Summey is working to bring about inclusivity and equity all Arapahoe County residents. Q:What does it mean to meet or not meet performance standards? Incumbent U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette is seeking her 14th term representing Colorados 1st Congressional District. NOTE ABOUT VIEWING: Some device and browser combinations will automatically display the PDF guides within your browser, while others will simply download the file to your device. Here, the governor appoints judges and voters decide whether they continue in office after a probationary period. An additional commission handles Court of Appeals judges and Supreme Court justices. Of course, we all want to pay less, but, what is hidden here is that our taxes pay for services like schools, health, and public safety. 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