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2024

November 5

See also: Colorado 2024 local ballot measures

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Issue 2Q, Sales and Use Tax Increase for Denver Health and Hospital Authority Services Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported increasing the sales and use tax by 0.34% beginning in 2025, raising an estimated $70 million annually to fund Denver Health and Hospital Authority services, including emergency, primary, mental health, drug and alcohol recovery, and pediatric care, with a 1% cap on city administrative costs.

A "no" vote opposed increasing the sales and use tax by 0.34% beginning in 2025, raising an estimated $70 million annually to fund Denver Health and Hospital Authority services, including emergency, primary, mental health, drug and alcohol recovery, and pediatric care, with a 1% cap on city administrative costs.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Issue 2R, Sales and Use Tax Increase for Housing Projects Measure (November 2024):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported increasing the sales and use tax by 0.5% (5 cents on a ten-dollar purchase) from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2064, estimated to generate $100 million annually, to fund housing projects including "affordable rental housing, reducing rent, providing more affordable homes for purchase, and programs to reduce the cost of buying a home."

A "no" vote opposed increasing the sales and use tax by 0.5% (5 cents on a ten-dollar purchase) from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2064, estimated to generate $100 million annually, to fund housing projects including "affordable rental housing, reducing rent, providing more affordable homes for purchase, and programs to reduce the cost of buying a home."

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Issue 4A, Denver Public Schools Bond Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing Denver Public Schools to issue $975 million in bonds to finance capital improvements, including school security, renovations, repairs, installing air conditioning, and modernizing technology; extending previously authorized taxes to repay bond debt; and allowing for future property tax rate increases as needed to cover debt repayment.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing Denver Public Schools to issue $975 million in bonds to finance capital improvements, including school security, renovations, repairs, installing air conditioning, and modernizing technology; extending previously authorized taxes to repay bond debt; and allowing for future property tax rate increases as needed to cover debt repayment.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Issue 7A, Allow Regional Transport Authority to Retain and Spend Revenue Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported allowing the Regional Transportation District (RTD) to retain and spend revenue it receives above the amount originally approved by voters in 1999 to maintain and expand bus and rail services, improve infrastructure, and provide transportation services.

A "no" vote opposed allowing the Regional Transportation District (RTD) to retain and spend revenue it receives above the amount originally approved by voters in 1999 to maintain and expand bus and rail services, improve infrastructure, and provide transportation services.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 308, Prohibition of Fur Products Measure (November 2024):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported prohibiting the manufacture, distribution, display, sale, or trade of certain animal fur products in Denver beginning July 1, 2025.

A "no" vote opposed prohibiting the manufacture, distribution, display, sale, or trade of certain animal fur products in Denver beginning July 1, 2025.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 309, Slaughterhouse Ban Measure (November 2024):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported prohibiting the construction, maintenance, or use of slaughterhouses in Denver starting January 1, 2026, and requiring the city to provide workforce training or employment assistance programs for affected workers.

A "no" vote opposed prohibiting the construction, maintenance, or use of slaughterhouses in Denver starting January 1, 2026.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2S, Add Agency of Human Rights and Community Partnerships as Cabinet Department Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported adding the Agency of Human Rights and Community Partnerships as a cabinet department.

A "no" vote opposed adding the Agency of Human Rights and Community Partnerships as a cabinet department.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2T, Remove Citizenship Requirement for Police Officers and Firefighters Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to remove the requirement that police officers and firefighters must be United States citizens, thereby allowing noncitizens to serve as police officers and firefighters in Denver.

A "no" vote opposed allowing noncitizens to serve as police officers or firefighters in Denver.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2U, Establishment of Collective Bargaining for Non-Supervisory City Employees Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported establishing collective bargaining for non-supervisory city employees to negotiate compensation, working conditions, and other employment terms; and allowing strikes if mediation fails except for Denver Water and Denver County Court employees, whose disputes must be resolved through arbitration.

A "no" vote opposed establishing collective bargaining for non-supervisory city employees to negotiate compensation, working conditions, and other employment terms.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2V, Allow Binding Arbitration in Firefighters' Collective Bargaining Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported allowing for binding arbitration instead of the advisory fact-finding process when there is an impasse during collective bargaining between the city and firefighters.

A "no" vote opposed allowing for binding arbitration instead of the advisory fact-finding process when there is an impasse during collective bargaining between the city and firefighters.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2W, Provide for Elected Official Salaries in Ordinance Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported removing the requirement that city council must vote on elected official salaries every four years, and instead require local elected official salaries to be set by ordinance.

A "no" vote opposed requiring local elected official salaries to be set by ordinance, thereby maintaining current procedures requiring city council to vote on elected official salaries every four years.

Denver Downtown Development Authority, Colorado, Ballot Issue 6A, Bond Measure (November 2024):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing $570 million in city bonds, with a total repayment cost of up to $847 million, for the Denver Downtown Development Authority to finance public facilities and improvements, including public spaces, infrastructure, and other developments.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing $570 million in city bonds, with a total repayment cost of up to $847 million, for the Denver Downtown Development Authority to finance public facilities and improvements, including public spaces, infrastructure, and other developments.


2023

November 7

See also: Colorado 2023 local ballot measures

Denver, Colorado, Question 2P, Sales and Use Tax Measure (November 2023):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported permanently extending the 0.15% sales and use tax used to fund the Denver Preschool Program.

A "no" vote opposed permanently extending the 0.15% sales and use tax used to fund the Denver Preschool Program.


April 4

See also: Colorado 2023 local ballot measures

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2M, Provide for Zoning Exceptions in City Ordinance Amendment (April 2023):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported removing language in the city charter regarding the Board of Adjustment and requiring that zoning code appeals and exceptions be provided for through city ordinance instead of in the charter.

A "no" vote opposed removing language in the city charter regarding the Board of Adjustment and requiring that zoning code appeals and exceptions be provided for through city ordinance instead of in the charter.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2N, Zone Districts and Property Owner Zoning Protests Amendment (April 2023):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported requiring that zoning protests may only be initiated by property owners in Denver.

A "no" vote opposed requiring that zoning protests may only be initiated by property owners in Denver, thereby retaining current city law that allows zoning protests to be initiated by owners of property 200 feet from the perimeter of the area proposed for change.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2O, Development of Park Hill Golf Course Measure (April 2023):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported lifting the conservation easement on the Park Hill Golf Course that requires the land to be used primarily for golf-related purposes, thereby allowing commercial and residential development of the land into housing, and public park and trail space.

A "no" vote opposed lifting the conservation easement on the Park Hill Golf Course, thereby continuing to require the land to be used primarily for golf-related purposes.


2022

November 8

See also: Colorado 2022 local ballot measures

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 305, Rental Property Tax to Fund Eviction Legal Representation Program Initiative (November 2022):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported creating an annual $75 tax to be paid by landlords on each residential property leased with revenue to be used to fund a program providing legal assistance for tenants in eviction proceedings.

A "no" vote opposed creating an annual $75 tax to be paid by landlords on each residential property leased with revenue to be used to fund a program providing legal assistance for tenants in eviction proceedings.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 306, Required Access to Recycling Services Initiative (November 2022):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported requiring multifamily residential apartment complexes, non-residential premises, and food waste producers (including grocery stores, food trucks, hotels, sports venues, hospitals, airports, colleges, restaurants, and more) to offer recycling services and organic material diversion services.

A "no" vote opposed requiring multifamily residential apartment complexes, non-residential premises, and food waste producers (including grocery stores, food trucks, hotels, sports venues, hospitals, airports, colleges, restaurants, and more) to offer recycling services and organic material diversion services.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 307, Create Sidewalk Enterprise and Enact Property Owner Fee for Sidewalk Repair and Maintenance Measure (November 2022):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported creating a sidewalk enterprise and enacting an annual fee paid by property owners with revenues dedicated to sidewalk construction, maintenance, and repairs.

A "no" vote opposed creating a sidewalk enterprise and enacting an annual fee paid by property owners with revenues dedicated to sidewalk construction, maintenance, and repairs.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2I, Mill Levy Increase to Fund Public Library Measure (November 2022):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported increasing the property tax rate by 1.5 mills, expected to increase state revenue by $36 million in 2023, and dedicating the funds to the Denver Public Library for purposes including increasing staff pay, upgrading technology, and expanding services.

A "no" vote opposed increasing the property tax rate by 1.5 mills, expected to increase state revenue by $36 million in 2023, and dedicating the funds to the Denver Public Library for purposes including increasing staff pay, upgrading technology, and expanding services.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2J, Sales Tax to Fund Environmental and Climate-Related Programs and TABOR Spending Limit Increase Continuation Measure (November 2022):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported allowing the city to retain and spend revenue collected from the 0.25% sales tax increase approved through Measure 2A of 2020 and continue to impose and collect the tax with revenues dedicated to climate-related programs and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.

A "no" vote opposed allowing the city to retain and spend revenue collected from the 0.25% sales tax increase approved through Measure 2A of 2020 and continue to impose and collect the tax with revenues dedicated to climate-related programs and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2K, Sales Tax to Fund Housing and Homeless Services and TABOR Spending Limit Increase Continuation Measure (November 2022):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported allowing the city to retain and spend revenue collected from the 0.25% sales tax increase approved through Measure 2B of 2020 and continue to impose and collect the tax with revenues dedicated to funding housing and homelessness services.

A "no" vote opposed allowing the city to retain and spend revenue collected from the 0.25% sales tax increase approved through Measure 2B of 2020 and continue to impose and collect the tax with revenues dedicated to funding housing and homelessness services.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2L, Single-Subject and Ballot Language Requirements for Initiatives Measure (November 2022):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported requiring initiatives to contain only one subject, requiring the clerk and recorder to set initiative ballot titles in consultation with city council staff and the city attorney, allowing public comment on proposed initiative ballot titles, and changing wording requirements for initiative ballot titles.

A "no" vote opposed requiring initiatives to contain only one subject, requiring the clerk and recorder to set initiative ballot titles in consultation with city council staff and the city attorney, allowing public comment on proposed initiative ballot titles, and changing wording requirements for initiative ballot titles.


2021

November 2

See also: Colorado 2021 local ballot measures

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 300, Increase Denver Marijuana Sales Tax to Fund Pandemic Research Initiative (November 2021):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported increasing the Denver retail marijuana sales tax (1.5% as of 2021) by $7 million annually to fund pandemic research, preparedness, and recovery.

A "no" vote opposed increasing the Denver retail marijuana sales tax by $7 million annually to fund pandemic research, preparedness, and recovery.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 301, Voter Approval Requirement for Commercial or Residential Development on City Park Lands Initiative (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported this measure requiring voter approval for commercial or residential development on city park lands or lands under a conservation easement.

A "no" vote opposed this measure requiring voter approval for commercial or residential development on city park lands or lands under a conservation easement.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 302, Change Definition of Conservation Easement and Voter Approval Requirement for Commercial or Residential Development on City Park Lands Initiative (November 2021):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported this measure requiring voter approval for residential or commercial construction on city park property or property protected by a conservation easement and amending the definition of conservation easement to apply only to those that have been approved by the Division of Conservation and that have received an income tax credit certificate, a definition that exempts the Park Hill Golf Course from the requirements.

A "no" vote opposed this measure requiring voter approval for residential or commercial construction on city park property or property protected by a conservation easement and amending the definition of conservation easement, exempting the Park Hill Golf Course from the requirements.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 303, Require Enforcement of Unauthorized Camping and Authorize the City of Denver to Create Four Camping Locations on Public Property Initiative (November 2021):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported requiring the city to enforce unauthorized camping, and allowing the city to establish up to four authorized camping locations on public property with lighting, running water, and restroom facilities to support the homeless population of the city.

A "no" vote opposed requiring the city to enforce unauthorized camping, and allowing the city to establish up to four authorized camping locations on public property with lighting, running water, and restroom facilities to support the homeless population of the city.

Denver, Colorado, Initiated Ordinance 304, Limit Denver Sales and Use Tax Rate to 4.5% Initiative (November 2021):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported lowering the sales and use tax rate in Denver from 4.81% to 4.5% and limiting the aggregate sales and use tax in Denver to 4.5%, thereby requiring the city to reduce sales and use taxes if Denver voters approve other tax increases to maintain the 4.5% cap.

A "no" vote opposed lowering the sales and use tax rate in Denver from 4.81% to 4.5% and limiting the aggregate sales and use tax in Denver to 4.5%.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2A, Denver Facilities System Bond Measure (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing Denver to issue $104.04 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions to the Denver Facilities System, such as at the Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and the Denver Zoo.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing Denver to issue $104.04 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions to the Denver Facilities System, such as at the Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and the Denver Zoo.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2B, Denver Housing and Sheltering System Bond Measure (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing Denver to issue $38.6 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions to the Denver Housing and Sheltering System.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing Denver to issue $38.6 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions to the Denver Housing and Sheltering System.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2C, Denver Transportation and Mobility System Bond Measure (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing Denver to issue $63.32 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions (such as a new walkway in downtown Denver) to the Denver Transportation and Mobility System.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing Denver to issue $63.32 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions (such as a new walkway in downtown Denver) to the Denver Transportation and Mobility System.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2D, Denver Parks and Recreation System Bond Measure (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing Denver to issue $54.07 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions to the Denver Parks and Recreation System.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing Denver to issue $54.07 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions to the Denver Parks and Recreation System.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2E, National Western Campus Facilities System Bond Measure (November 2021):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported authorizing Denver to issue $190 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions (such as a new multi-use arena for concerts and sporting events) to the National Western Campus Facilities System.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing Denver to issue $190 million in bonds for repairs, improvements, and additions (such as a new multi-use arena for concerts and sporting events) to the National Western Campus Facilities System.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2F, Repeal 2020 Group Living Ordinance Charter Amendment (November 2021):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported repealing Ordinance No. 2020-0888, known as the Group Living Ordinance, which amended the Denver Zoning Code and regulations concerning residential care facilities, corrections facilities locations, and the number of unrelated adults who can live together in one house.

A "no" vote supported upholding Ordinance No. 2020-0888, known as the Group Living Ordinance, which amended the Denver Zoning Code by (1) regulating residential care facilities by size instead of use; (2) allowing corrections facilities to be located in commercial and mixed-use zones with no buffer from residential and school zones; and (3) increasing the number of unrelated adults who can live together in one house from two to five.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2G, Allow Citizen Oversight Board to Appoint the Independent Monitor Charter Amendment (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported transferring the power to appoint the Independent Monitor to the The Office of the Independent Monitor, which is responsible for disciplinary investigations concerning the Denver police and sheriff’s departments, from the mayor to the Citizen Oversight Board.

A "no" vote opposed transferring the power to appoint the Independent Monitor to the The Office of the Independent Monitor, which is responsible for disciplinary investigations concerning the Denver police and sheriff’s departments, from the mayor to the Citizen Oversight Board.

Denver, Colorado, Referred Question 2H, Change Odd-Year Denver Election Date from May to April Charter Amendment (November 2021):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported changing the odd-year general election date for the City and County of Denver from the first Tuesday of May to the first Tuesday in April.

A "no" vote opposed changing the odd-year general election date for the City and County of Denver from the first Tuesday of May to the first Tuesday in April.


2020

November 3

See also: November 3, 2020 ballot measures in Colorado

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2A, Sales Tax to Fund Environmental and Climate-Related Programs and TABOR Spending Limit Increase (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the city and county of Denver to levy an additional 0.25% sales tax generating an estimated $40 million per year to fund climate-related programs and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, thereby increasing the total sales tax rate in Denver from 8.31% to 8.56%.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing the city and county of Denver to levy an additional 0.25% sales tax to fund climate-related programs and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, thereby leaving the total sales tax rate in Denver at 8.31%.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2B, Sales Tax to Fund Housing and Homeless Services and TABOR Spending Limit Increase (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the city and county of Denver to levy an additional 0.25% sales tax generating an estimated $40 million per year to fund housing and homeless services, thereby increasing the total sales tax rate in Denver from 8.31% to 8.56%.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing the city and county of Denver to levy an additional 0.25% sales tax to fund housing and homeless services, thereby leaving the total sales tax rate in Denver at 8.31%.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2C, Authority for City Council to Procure Professional Services without Executive Approval Charter Amendment (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to allow the city council to procure professional services and hire staff without approval from the mayor or the executive branch of the city government, including professional legal services other than those of the city attorney.

A "no" vote opposed this measure to authorize the city council to hire professional services or staff without approval from the mayor or the executive branch of government, thereby leaving the charter without any provisions treating this issue.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2D, Board of Transportation and Infrastructure Charter Amendment (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to create a 19-member Board of Transportation and Infrastructure with six members appointed by the mayor and nine members appointed by the city council to review the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure and make recommendations concerning the department to the city manager.

A "no" vote opposed this measure to amend the city charter to create a Board of Transportation and Infrastructure to review the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure and make recommendations concerning the department to the city manager.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2E, City Council Confirmation Requirement for Certain Mayoral Appointments Charter Amendment (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to require the city council to confirm through a majority vote any mayoral appointments to the following offices:

  • the manager of transportation and infrastructure,
  • the manager of parks and recreation,
  • the manager of finance,
  • the manager of safety,
  • the sheriff,
  • the chief of police,
  • the chief of the fire department,
  • the director of excise and licenses,
  • the manager of general services,
  • the manager of human services,
  • the manager of aviation,
  • the manager of the department of public health and environment,
  • the manager of community planning and development, and
  • the city attorney.

A "no" vote opposed amending the city charter to require the city council to confirm through a majority vote certain mayoral appointments, thereby leaving the mayor in control of appointments to administrative offices.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2F, City Council Meetings Charter Amendment (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to remove language requiring city council meetings at certain times and certain council meeting procedures, thereby allowing the city council to set through ordinance the required procedures and scheduling of meetings to conduct public business while continuing to require meetings to be held at regular times and to be open to the public.

A "no" vote opposed this measure to provide the city council with more flexibility over when and by what procedures it holds public meetings, thereby leaving language in the charter requiring meetings to be held on Mondays.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2G, City Council Authority to Propose Supplemental Budget Changes or Appropriations Charter Amendment (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to allow the city council, after consulting with the manager of finance, to initiate budget appropriations or transfer of undedicated funds that do not cause estimated expenditures to exceed revenue. Once officially proposed, proposed budget changes must be approved by a majority of the city council (or a supermajority to overturn a veto).

A "no" vote opposed amending the city charter to allow the city council to initiate certain budget appropriations or transfer of undedicated funds, thereby leaving the mayor as the only one with the authority to initiate such budget changes. Once officially proposed, proposed budget changes must be approved by a majority of the city council (or a supermajority to overturn a veto).

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2H, Authority for the City to Provide Internet, Telephone, and Television Services (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported this measure to authorize the city to provide internet, telephone, and television services by satisfying the referendum requirement in state law.

A "no" vote opposed this measure to authorize the city to provide internet, telephone, and television services, thereby continuing to ban the city from providing such services according to state statute section 29-27-201.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2I, Director of Elections and Clerk and Recorder Staff Charter Amendment (November 2020):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to remove the requirement that the city clerk and recorder hire a director of elections and allow the city clerk and recorder to hire four at-will employees, instead of two, in addition to the deputy.

A "no" vote opposed amending the city charter to remove the requirement that the city clerk and recorder hire a director of elections and allow the city clerk and recorder to hire four at-will employees in addition to the deputy, thereby leaving the requirement that the city clerk and recorder hire a director of elections and the allowance for two at-will employees in addition to the deputy.

Denver, Colorado, Ballot Measure 2J, Remove Pit Bull Ban and Establish Microchip and Other Requirements for Pit Bull Licenses (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported this measure to remove the city's ban on pit bulls and establish requirements for pit bull permits, including proof of microchip, owner information, emergency contacts, proof of vaccines, and a fee.

A "no" vote opposed this measure to allow pit bulls and establish requirements for pit bull permits, thereby leaving the city's existing pit bull ban in place.

Denver Public Schools, Colorado, Ballot Measure 4A, Property Tax (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the district to levy an additional property tax of $150 per $100,000 in assessed value (1.5 mills) in 2021 and to increase that levy by up to $100 per $100,000 in assessed value (1 mill) every year to a maximum rate of $400 per $100,000 in assessed value (4 mills). Going into 2020, residential property was assessed at a rate of 7.15% of market value and non-residential property was assessed at 29% of market value. Under a 7.15% residential property tax assessment rate, a home with the median market value of about $470,000 would be assessed for taxes at $33,605, which means a 1 mill tax would be $33.6.

A "no" vote opposes this measure authorizing the district to levy an additional property tax of up to $400 per $100,000 in assessed value (4 mills), thereby leaving the district's total property taxes at existing rates.

Denver Public Schools, Colorado, Ballot Measure 4B, Bond Issue (November 2020):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the district to increase its debt by up to $795 million in bonds with a maximum repayment cost of $1.5 billion and to continue the district's existing property tax rate to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposes this measure authorizing the district to increase its debt by up to $795 million in bonds with a maximum repayment cost of $1.5 billion and to continue the district's existing property tax rate to repay the bonds.


2019

November 5

See also: November 5, 2019 ballot measures in Colorado

Referred Question 2A: Denver Creation of a Department of Transportation Charter Amendment Approveda

A yes vote was a vote in favor of amend the city charter to create a Department of Transportation and Infrastructure in Denver to perform powers and duties relating to transportation.
A no vote was a vote against amend the city charter to create a Department of Transportation and Infrastructure in Denver to perform powers and duties relating to transportation.

Referred Question 2B: Denver Transfer Responsibility of Arts and Venues Charter Amendment Approveda

A yes vote was a vote in favor of amending the charter to transfer responsibility of arts and venues from the Department of General Services to Denver Arts and Venues to match with existing practices and city code.
A no vote was a vote against amending the charter to transfer responsibility of arts and venues from the Department of General Services to Denver Arts and Venues to match with existing practices and city code.

Referred Question 2C: Denver Addition of Fire Department Ranks and Grades Approveda

A yes vote was a vote in favor of amending the charter to create the rank of Emergency Medical Technician and assistant fire chief.
A no vote was a vote against amending the charter to create the rank of Emergency Medical Technician and assistant fire chief.

Referred Question 2D: Denver Residency Requirement for Elected Officials Approveda

A yes vote was a vote in favor of requiring elected officials to maintain residency in Denver for the entirety of their terms and requiring city council members to continue residency in the districts they represent for the entirety of their terms.
A no vote was a vote against requiring elected officials to maintain residency in Denver for the entirety of their terms and requiring city council members to continue residency in the districts they represent for the entirety of their terms.

June 4

See also: June 4, 2019 ballot measures in Colorado

Initiated Ordinance 302: Denver Olympic Games Voter Approval Requirement Approveda

A "yes" vote was a vote in favor of amending the municipal code to prohibit the city and county from using public funds in connection with future Olympic Games unless a majority of voters approve such funds at a general or special municipal election.
A "no" vote was a vote against amending the municipal code to add restrictions on the use of public funds for future Olympic Games.

May 7

See also: May 7, 2019 ballot measures in Colorado

Denver Airport Employees Minimum Wage Increase Initiative Proposed ballot measures that were not on a ballot

A "yes" vote would have been a vote in favor of requiring private employers at the airport to pay a minimum wage of:
  • $13 per hour beginning July 1, 2019;
  • $14 per hour beginning July 1, 2020; and
  • $15 per hour beginning July 1, 2021.
A "no" vote would have been a vote against increasing the minimum wage requirement for private employers at the Denver International Airport.

Initiated Ordinance 300: Denver "Right to Survive" Initiative Defeatedd

A "yes" vote was a vote in favor of adding "Article IX - Right to Survive in Public Spaces" to the Denver Revised Municipal Code, thereby allowing the following activities in outdoor public places without limits or penalties enforced by the city or county, law enforcement, or any other entity:
  • resting;
  • sheltering oneself;
  • eating or exchanging food; and
  • occupying one's own legally parked vehicle or a legally parked vehicle with permission of the owner.
A "no" vote was a vote against adding "Article IX - Right to Survive in Public Spaces" to the Denver Revised Municipal Code.

Initiated Ordinance 301: Denver Psilocybin Mushroom Initiative Approveda

A "yes" vote was a vote in favor of making the adult possession and use of psilocybin mushrooms the lowest law enforcement priority in Denver and prohibiting the city from spending resources on enforcing related penalties.
A "no" vote was a vote against making the adult possession and use of psilocybin mushrooms the lowest law enforcement priority in Denver and prohibiting the city from spending resources on enforcing related penalties.

2018

November 6

See also: November 6, 2018 ballot measures in Colorado

Measure 2A: Denver Parks and Open Space Sales Tax Approveda
Measure 2B: Denver Initiative Signature Requirement Charter Amendment Approveda
Measure 2C: Denver Police Department Lateral Recruits Charter Amendment Approveda
Measure 2D: Denver At-Will Appointments Charter Amendment Approveda
Measure 2E: Denver Campaign Finance Regulations Amendment Approveda
Initiated Ordinance 300: Denver College Scholarships Sales Tax Approveda
Initiated Ordinance 301: Denver Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Homelessness Services Sales Tax Approveda
Initiated Ordinance 302: Denver Food Services for Youth Sales Tax Approveda
Ballot Issue 7G: Denver Urban Drainage and Flood Control District Tax Approveda

2017

November 7

See also: November 7, 2017 ballot measures in Colorado

Initiated Ordinance 300: Denver Green and Solar Roof Requirement Approveda
Referred Question 2A: Denver Streets and Transportation Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2B: Denver Cultural Facilities Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2C: Denver Health and Hospital Outpatient Center Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2D: Denver Public Safety Facilities Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2E: Denver Library Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2F: Denver Parks and Recreation Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2G: Denver Public Facilities Bond Issue Approveda
Referred Question 2H: Denver Department of Public Health and Environment Name Change and Board Member Increase Approveda

2016

November 8

See also: November 8, 2016 ballot measures in Colorado

Denver Public Marijuana Use in Designated Areas Initiative Approveda

2015

November 3

See also: November 3, 2015 ballot measures in Colorado

ApprovedaDenver Intergovernmental Agreements and Revenue Sharing with Adams County, Measure 1A (November 2015)
DefeateddDenver "College Affordability" Sales Tax, Measure 2A (November 2015)
ApprovedaDenver Retention and Continuation of Marijuana Sales Tax, Measure 2B (November 2015)
ApprovedaDenver Revenue Bonds and Tax Extension for National Western Center and Colorado Convention Center, Measure 2C (November 2015)
Proposed ballot measures that were not on a ballot City of Denver "Limited Social Marijuana Consumption Initiative" (November 2015)

2013

November 5

See also: November 5, 2013 ballot measures in Colorado

Approveda Question 2A: City of Denver Additional Marijuana Sales Tax
Approveda Question 2B: City of Denver Administration, Department Authorities and Investment Amendments
Approveda Question 2C: City of Denver Public Safety Administration Amendments
Approveda Question 2D: City of Denver Election Procedures Amendments

2012

November 6

See also: November 6, 2012 ballot measures in Colorado

Approveda Denver City Property Tax Refund Elimination Question (November 2012)
Approveda Denver Public Schools District Levy Increase Question (November 2012)
Approveda Denver Public Schools District Bond Question (November 2012)

2011

November 1

See also: November 1, 2011 ballot measures in Colorado

Defeatedd Denver City Paid Sick Leave Measure (November 2011)

2010

November 2

See also: November 2, 2010 ballot measures in Colorado

Defeatedd Denver Extraterrestrial Affairs Commission Creation Referendum (2010)

2009

November 3

See also: November 3, 2009 ballot measures in Colorado

Defeatedd Denver Car Impound Measure, 2009

Not on Ballot

Proposed ballot measures that were not on a ballot Denver Grocery Store Alcohol Sales (November 2010)

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