To: Board of County Commissioners
Through: Michelle Halstead, Director, Commissioners’ Office
Prepared By:
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Daniela Villarreal, Management Analyst II, Commissioners’ Office
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Subject:
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Resolution to Approve Members of the 1A Resident Advisory Committee
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Purpose and Request:
recommended action
The Board is requested to approve appointments to the 1A Resident Advisory Committee.
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Background and Discussion: During the 2024 general election, Arapahoe County voters approved ballot measure 1A, allowing the County to remove spending limits imposed by the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR). This measure authorizes the County to collect, retain, and spend revenue that exceeds the limitations set by Article X, Section 20 of the Colorado Constitution. As part of the ballot language, a provision was included that mandates all spending of these excess revenues be transparently reported. Requiring that spending be included in the County's annual independent audit, published on the county website and that the spending be monitored and reviewed by a resident advisory committee.
The Board of County Commissioners finalized the structure, qualifications, and responsibilities for the 1A Resident Advisory Committee during the February 18, 2025, study session. Solicitation of applicants occurred February 25 through April 14, 2025. The County received 35 applications and all applicants were interviewed. During the April 21, 2025, study session, Commissioners selected ten community members to serve on the 1A Resident Advisory Committee.
Alternatives: The Board could decide not to make the appointments.
Fiscal Impact: None
Alignment with Strategic Plan:
☒Be fiscally sustainable
☒Provide essential and mandated service
☒Be community focused
Resolution: Attached is a draft resolution.