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Residents press Northglenn leaders to push HB 26‑1285 to block certain placements near schools
Summary
Residents voiced strong concerns about state mental‑health transitional living facilities they say have placed forensic populations near schools. Council and city staff reiterated support for state legislation (HB 26‑1285) and described behind‑the‑scenes work with legislators and state partners.
During the public‑comment period on March 9, multiple residents urged Northglenn elected officials to press state lawmakers to advance House Bill 26‑1285, a bill they say would restrict placement of certain convicted offenders in or near school zones and other sensitive sites.
Melissa Ryan, a Ward 3 resident, asked residents to contact specific state representatives and attend a committee hearing set for March 18 to ensure the bill advances. She said the measure would help prevent registered…
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