After voting primarily republican from 19202004, the state has voted with the democrats in the last three presidential elections, including hillary clintons fivepoint margin in 2016. It contains information about the statewide ballot issues. Ballot information booklet blue book colorado general. Colorados blue book, which provides information to voters on ballot measures that will appear on the november general election ballot, is now available online and is already landing in mailboxes this years blue book, produced by the general assemblys legislative council staff, covers two ballot measures. The evaluations enable voters to make informed decisions in judicial retention elections, and also provide judges with information that can be used to improve their professional skills. Vote by mail ballots will be mailed to all active voters beginning the week of february 10. Select voter service and polling centers are open beginning october 22, 2018.
Ballot information booklet blue book colorado general assembly. The process for placing a statewide initiative on the ballot is governed by the colorado constitution article v, section 1 and state law articles. This page is provided as a service to the voters of arapahoe county and is not an endorsement of any candidate or issue. Colorados blue book, which provides information to voters on ballot measures that will appear on the november general election ballot, is now. Colorado blue book and county tabor books the colorado legislative council blue book is available online now in both english and spanish here. Voting policies are enacted and enforced primarily at the state level. It contains information about the statewide ballot issues, including the fiscal impact, and other explanations to help you understand the implications of each ballot issue. Ballot information booklet blue book the analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against the measure, and a brief fiscal assessment of the measure. I didnt get my blue book or i have questions about my blue book.
Heres a peek behind the curtain of the government voter guides. The analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major. The arapahoe county clerk and recorders office is not responsible for any content on any candidate or ballot issue website. Born in walsenburg colorado, tim cordova and his five brothers were taught the importance, value and tradition of hunting. These proposals would change who is responsible for drawing boundaries for state and national voting. Agency brochures audio versions of brochures from various public service agencies in colorado.
Many of the blue books containing information about ballot measures and judges that colorado voters usually receive prior to an election. Some denver voters are confused, disappointed and frustrated to find denvers elections division would not be automatically mailing. Blue book finding aid analysis of colorado ballot proposals cde. Elections office gunnison county, co official website. Thank you for the wonderful news that the fountains of silence has been nominated for the 2020 colorado blue spruce young adult book award. A blue book with missing pages was sent to a volunteer for colorado rising, the group backing proposition 112, says anne lee foster, colorado rising spokeswoman. Ballotpedia has a nice feature where you can input address and see what you will be voting on.
A colorado resident at least 22 days immediately prior to election day election model page 1 all active denver voters will be automatically mailed a ballot to vote in the november 6, 2018 general election. Commercial general contractors in colorado and wyoming the. Democrats success in places like this could spell trouble for the republican party long past 2016. You do not need to make any special arrangements to receive a ballot by mail. For a breakdown of the statewide ballot initiatives, with arguments for and against, read the states blue book here. Sep 14, 2016 colorado was supposed to be a presidential battleground, but that now seems farfetched. Colorados 2019 blue book already has outdated information. Colorado provides a short, objective summary and a list of the the registered issue committees for each of the statewide ballot measures on the 2018 ballot.
Audio version of the colorado blue book, an analysis of ballot issues for current and past elections, produced by the colorado legislative council. A ballot information booklet also known as the blue book provides voters with the text title and an impartial analysis of each constitutional amendment or ballot question. May 01, 2019 some denver voters are confused, disappointed and frustrated to find denvers elections division would not be automatically mailing out voter information guides, known as blue books. Disability law colorado created a fact sheet on voting rights for individuals with disabilities. Colorado was supposed to be a presidential battleground, but that now seems farfetched. For more information refer to the colorado revised statutes section 61903 10 q22. The presidential primary election in colorado will be semiclosed meaning that voters affiliated with a party will be eligible to vote for candidates in their party while unaffiliated voters will be eligible to vote for a candidate in any one partys election. State outlines how to get colorado voting blue book. The colorado constitution requires voters to approve new taxes and to receive the following two estimates in the ballot information booklet blue book prior to voting. The purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of. On election day, voter service and polling centers vspcs will be open from 7. The seniors blue book is a resource guide for assisted living, home health, nonmedical, hospice.
The colorado voters guide to the 2018 election colorado. But most of all, i am incredibly honored to be one of the titles that teens themselves selected. In colorado, voters are also permitted to vote prior to election day. Our office maintains the voter registration rolls and works with other municipalities to assist with their elections. The state ballot information booklet informally known as the blue book, for the shade of its cover is compiled by the legislative council of. Oct 14, 2018 a blue book with missing pages was sent to a volunteer for colorado rising, the group backing proposition 112, says anne lee foster, colorado rising spokeswoman. Colorados voting system is regularly held up as a national model. The booklet is prepared by the colorado legislative council staff. The following items for the 2020 primary election will be available soon. Ballots are mailed to all registered voters the week of october 15, 2018. The booklets are published as part of the councils research publication series.
For general info, the blue book itself carries information on the statewide ballot measures including the believed pros and cons for each one and potential economic impacts. Im absolutely thrilled to be a nominee among such wonderful books. Voting will take place each year from july 1 december 31. Heres how to get your hands on an election blue book if.
Most of the viedo feeds featured on mttv are submitted to us by people like you. All active registered voters will receive a mail ballot, which they can mail in or drop off at a designated ballot drop box or vspc. The ballot in colorado will have a lot for each voter to consider, its our hope that this guide will help answer your questions. Seniors blue book assisted living, home health, memory. For election information, contact your county election office. The march 3, presidential primary will determine the presidential nominees for each political party. The colorado legislative council blue book is available online now in both english and spanish here. Ballot information booklet blue book the colorado legislative council have developed a ballot information booklet to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of each initiated or referred constitutional amendment, law, or question on the ballot. State outlines how to get colorado voting blue book after issues in. In 1966, colorado voters approved a constitutional amendment that repealed the. I wrote this book to share with todays teenagers a little bit about what life was like for a queer iranian immigrant back when i was a teen, and i am so moved by the way teens have embraced this story. Denver if you didnt receive your colorado ballot information booklet, better known as the blue book, theres a reason. These policies, which include voter identification requirements, early voting provisions, online voter registration systems, and more, dictate the conditions under which american citizens cast their ballots in their individual states. The basic mission of the department of state is to collect, secure, and make accessible a wide variety of public records, ensure the integrity of elections, and enhance commerce.
In election years the colorado legislative council publishes information and in depth analysis on proposed ballot measures, often called the blue book. The information was prepared by the state commission and district commissions on judicial performance. Except as otherwise provided in section 140123, colorado revised statutes, if at least fiftyfive percent of the electors voting on the ballot title. Oct 11, 2018 denver if you didnt receive your colorado ballot information booklet, better known as the blue book, theres a reason. The state ranks high in registration and turnout in national studies. More than 18,000 unique ballots were cast during the voting round by treasure. The analysis may also include any other information that will help voters understand the purpose and effect of a measure. Ballots are mailed to all registered voters the week of october 14, 2019. Vote inperson voters may also choose to vote inperson at any vote center beginning february 24. Book summaries for the 2020 nominees click the cover to go to a. Oct 15, 2018 the ballot in colorado will have a lot for each voter to consider, its our hope that this guide will help answer your questions. This page is a list of state blue books the term state blue book typically refers to a statesponsored or statelevel government almanac. You know what they are the little cheat sheets that cover all ballot measures and.
Colorado voters receive these books before elections, as a way to highlight the ballot measures and judges on the ballot. For people who cant read print, or who cant physically hold a book in their hands, the colorado talking book library records the blue book voter guide each election year from cover to cover. Im deeply touched that like a love story has been nominated for the 2020 colorado blue spruce young adult book award. Subsequently, the general assembly enacted senate bill 17305, which made modifications to. The second sectionof the printed blue book contains information about the performances of the colorado supreme court justices, the colorado court of appeals judges, and district and county court judges in your area who are on this years ballot.
Voting rights fact sheet and other resources related to voting rights for individuals with disabilities. Colorados votebymail election system is one of the best. Lastminute tips about voting in tuesdays colorado election. Eagle county clerk and recorder, po box 537, eagle, colorado 81631 phone. Because of a printers error, not everyone was able to get their copy of the colorado election blue book. The blue book is drafted by the colorado legislative councils nonpartisan staff. Amendment w proposes amending the colorado constitution to. In election years the colorado legislative council publishes information and indepth analysis on proposed ballot measures, often called the blue book. The colorado constitution requires voters to approve new taxes and to receive the. Ballot information booklet blue book the purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of each initiated or referred constitutional amendment, law, or question on the ballot.
Forms are located in most banks and public buildings, in every county elections office, and in many state agencies including the office of the secretary of state. Visit a vote center before march 3 to avoid a wait. Commissions on judicial performance were created to provide fair, responsible and constructive evaluations of trial and appellate judges and justices. If you didnt receive your colorado ballot information booklet, better known as the blue book, theres a reason. Common questions about the 2020 elections colorado. Click here for the summit county interactive precinct map. Colorado blue book and county tabor books lwv of arapahoe. However, in some instances the term refers to the states legislative manual a common predecessor to many presentday blue books, or even a simple directoryroster of government services and officials. The state ballot information booklet informally known as the blue book, for the shade of its cover is compiled by the legislative council of the colorado general assembly, a. Lets keep looking after one another and stay colorado strong. Book summaries for the 2020 nominees click the cover to go to a book summary. Paper voter registration forms can also be mailed or handdelivered to a county election office, or a voter can complete the form electronically on the elections division website. Ctbl has recorded an audio version of this fact sheet. Podcasts audio files colorado talking book library.
This guide has been developed in the interest of providing quick, easy access to these publications. Blue book, colorados guide to ballot measures in novembers. Politicos live 2016 colorado election results and maps by state, county and district. The ultimate voters guide for twentysomethings around. Rosene get in touch clerk to the board 9707253110 drivers license 9707253053 elections 9707253065 liquor licenses. Includes 2016 races for president, senate, house, governor and key ballot measures. Colorado is a mail ballot state voting is easier than ever.
The analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against. The office of legislative council of the colorado general assembly is responsible for compiling and distributing the blue book, which describes the statewide ballot measures and includes information about judges up for retention. Seniors blue book assisted living, home health, memory care. State outlines how to get colorado voting blue book after. Blue book finding aid analysis of colorado ballot proposals. The state ballot information booklet informally known as the. Overview of primary election laws 1807 in 2016, voters approved proposition 107 and proposition 108, which reestablished a presidential primary in colorado and allowed unaffiliated voters to participate in political party primary elections.
That election saw one of colorados electors attempt to vote for bernie sanders. Statewide election day is tuesday, november 6, 2018 voter service and polling centers open 7 a. More than 18,000 unique ballots were cast during the voting round by treasure valley residents. Commissions on judicial performace evaluations for 2018.
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