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Broomfield council votes unanimously to oppose ballot Initiative 175
Summary
On a 9–0 vote, the Broomfield City and County Council took an opposed position on Initiative 175, a proposed constitutional dedication of transportation revenue that council members said would constrain future state budget flexibility.
The Broomfield City and County Council voted 9–0 to oppose Initiative 175, a proposed state constitutional amendment that would dedicate certain transportation‑related taxes and fees to roads and bridges beginning in 2027.
Council member Ward urged opposition, saying the proposal would further constrain the state budget and reduce flexibility for priorities such as K–12 education and Medicaid. Council member Brown said the measure could defund progress on alternative transportation and expressed concern about mandated earmarks. The motion to oppose was seconded, discussed briefly, and approved by unanimous vote.
The vote records the council’s advisory position; the initiative itself would take effect only if approved by statewide voters and enacted according to state constitutional procedures.
Next steps: staff will note council’s position in communications with regional partners and include the council’s position in correspondence and public materials as appropriate.
