Board monitors ZIP-code proposal, Front Range rail and RTD modernization bills

Apr 22, 2026

General Manager Stephanie Stanley updated the board on federal and state legislation including a federal proposal to establish unique ZIP codes for communities without them (Highlands Ranch included), monitoring of a Front Range Passenger Rail bill, and an RTD modernization bill the board generally supports pending consultant review.

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General Manager Stephanie Stanley provided a legislative update noting a federal proposal to create unique ZIP codes for communities that do not currently have them; she said Highlands Ranch is included in that bill and staff are monitoring it because unique ZIP codes could improve sales-tax accuracy and provide future flexibility. Stanley also reviewed state bills including a Front Range Passenger Rail bill (not currently including Highlands Ranch) and an RTD modernization bill that the board signaled general support for pending further discussion with the district's legislative consultant.

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