You may also contact the elections division at 303 4 7740. Visit us today and learn more about key issues or just find out where your nearest ballot drop off box is located. A site with some basic information on ballot initiatives setup by an independent small business owner. Colorado blue book and county tabor books lwv of arapahoe. Tuesday, november 6, 2012 polling places open from 7 a. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and statespecific information. Oct 26, 2012 for the second straight election cycle, clear the bench colorado has researched and evaluated the performance of the appellate court statewide judges appearing on the 2012 ballot one supreme court justice, six court of appeals judges, collected inputs on district and county judges from around the state, and published this information in an. Welcome to the state and local documents task force sldtf guide for state blue books and state encyclopedias. The 2012 united states presidential election in colorado took place on november 6, 2012, as part of the 2012 united states presidential election in which all 50 states plus the district of columbia participated. An amendment to the colorado constitution defining the term person to include any human being from the moment of fertilization as person is used in those provisions of the colorado constitution relating to inalienable rights, equality of justice, and due process of law. The 2012 united states presidential election was the 57th quadrennial presidential election, held on tuesday, november 6, 2012. This collection of campaign resources and information is the first stop for all campaign related needs. The purpose of the booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair. Colorado ballot information booklet blue book colorado talking book library.
Ballot information booklet blue book the purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of each initiated or referred constitutional amendment, law, or question on the ballot. We are here to serve the citizens of the city and county of denver and help them through the election process any way we can. Mar 02, 2020 launched by the league of women voters education fund in 2006, is a onestopshop for election related information. Follow the money the nations most complete resource for information on money in state politics. Colorado blue book and county tabor books the colorado legislative council blue book is available online now in both english and spanish here. June 26, 2012 primary elections nonpresidential november 6, 2012 election day. Amendment 44 was a proposed amendment to the state statutes submitted for referendum in the 2006 general elections in the u. Eagle county, colorado primary mail ballot election june 30, 2020 regina obrien eagle county clerk and recorder public logic and accuracy test. Coats will be the next chief justice, effective 30 june 2018 justice coats, most recently retained in the 2012 elections see ctbcs 2012 evaluation of judicial performance was appointed to the colorado supreme court on 24 april 2000 by governor bill owens, and has been considered. Blue denotes those won by obamabiden, red denotes states won by romneyryan.
You know what they are the little cheat sheets that cover all ballot measures and. An index of adams county, colorado co, races and complete 2012 election results. This page is a list of state blue books the term state blue book typically refers to a statesponsored or statelevel government almanac. Statewide election day is tuesday, november 6, 2012. For related races, see 2012 united states elections.
The state ballot information booklet informally known as the blue book, for the shade of its cover is compiled by the legislative council of the colorado general assembly, a. Heres how to get your hands on an election blue book if. Colorado secretary of state logo cube with a c in it. The ballot issue notice for the state measures will be mailed separately via the blue book. For proposition dd, the question referred to the ballot by the state legislature follows the analysis. The colorado supreme court announced in a press release earlier today that justice nathan b.
Learn more about the oregon system in the oregon blue book. Tabor notice for adams county voters residing in the metro area. We will have 2 vote centers open march 2nd and election day march 3rd. Colorado does not elect judges to office in contested elections they are appointed by the governor from a list of 3 nominees selected by a judicial nominating commission, but they are required to receive voter approval to retain office on a 4, 6, 8, or 10 year schedule based on the level of the court. Visit the denver elections division campaign information page to find out about running for office, fill out campaign forms, or to learn more about campaign finance. Coalition to end marijuana prohibition mason tvert p. If you received this mailing then you will have the state of colorado amendments and propositions on your ballot. Elections general information chaffee county clerk and. Box 83720 boise, id 837200080 208 3342852 elections email protected. Recent changes to colorado law allow you to vote in a primary. Ballot information booklet blue book colorado general assembly. Ballot information booklet blue book the analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against the measure, and a brief fiscal assessment of the measure.
The ballot issue notice for the state measures will be mailed separately via. On september 22, 2017, the united states department of homeland security notified our office that north dakota election systems were targeted, but not breached, in the summer of 2016. See a sample ballot, check your voter and ballot status, find a ballot dropoff location and more. Election results archives colorado secretary of state. Read more about upcoming elections and important dates. Home state blue books and encyclopedias libguides at. Ballot information booklet published by the states legislative council staff. A link to the electronic version of the 2016 ballot information booklet blue book published by the colorado legislative council. Find your closest 24hour drop box or inperson vote center.
Elections previous years kit carson county, colorado. The petition drive deadline for ballot initiative efforts seeking ballot access in 2012 in colorado is august 6, 2012. Latest on the 2012 colorado elections from the cnn. Campaign to regulate marijuana like alcohol mason tvert 1177 grant st. The purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title. The term dates back to the 15th century, when large blue velvetcovered books were used for recordkeeping by the parliament. The two ballot questions at issue are proposition 107, dealing with a presidential primary, and proposition 108, which will allow over 1 million unaffiliated voters to cast ballots in colorado. The state signature requirement for both initiated constitutional amendments and initiated state statutes is 85,853. Blue book, colorados guide to ballot measures in novembers. Ballots are mailed to all registered voters the week of october 14, 2019. Voting rights act, legislative council staff translates election information into. Barack obama and his running mate joe biden won reelection for a second term by november 6, 2012, 11. Many fire protection and metro districts are holding elections on may 5th, 2020. Historical election data douglas county government.
Colorados blue book, which provides information to voters on ballot measures that will appear on the november general election ballot, is now. Launched by the league of women voters education fund in 2006, is a onestopshop for election related information. The basic mission of the department of state is to collect, secure, and make accessible a wide variety of public records, ensure the integrity of elections, and enhance commerce. The information was prepared by the state commission and district commissions on judicial performance. Sep 19, 2016 those accusations do a disservice to millions of colorado voters who rely on the blue book for accurate and balanced descriptions of ballot proposals. Those accusations do a disservice to millions of colorado voters who rely on the blue book for accurate and balanced descriptions of ballot proposals. Colorado is the 23rd least conservative state, voting 1. Seven ballot questions could face colorado voters this november pueblo chieftain proposition 109 certified on ballot august 22. This memorandum provides an overview of the process to recall an office holder in colorado and the various ways to fill a vacancy that occurs in an elected office at the federal, state, or local level in colorado. No on amendment s 1675 broadway suite 2450 denver, co 80202 3038669868. According to wikipedia blue book or bluebook is a term often referring to an almanac or other compilation of statistics and information.
Politicos live colorado election results, dates and analysis, includes 2014 midterm races for senate, house, governor and key ballot measures. See a sample ballot including candidates and judges, check your voter and ballot status, find a ballot dropoff location and more. The 2012 united states presidential election was the 57th quadrennial presidential election, held on tuesday. Statewide election day is tuesday, november 6, 2012 polling. Colorado colorado blue book 2016 colorado blue book 1998 to present. However, in some instances the term refers to the states legislative manual a common predecessor to many presentday blue books, or even a simple directoryroster of government services and officials. Check or update your voter registration record online at. Headlines and video, candidates positions on the issues, fundraising totals, states to watch news and analysis, and a unique.
An index of denver county, colorado co, races and complete 2012 election results. The second sectionof the printed blue book contains information about the performances of the colorado supreme court justices, the colorado court of appeals judges, and district and county court judges in your area who are on this years ballot. In election years the colorado legislative council publishes information and indepth analysis on proposed ballot measures, often called the blue book. The purpose of the ballot information booklet is to provide voters with the text, title, and a fair and impartial analysis of each initiated or referred constitutional amendment, law, or question on the ballot.
Early voting begins october 22, 2012 contact information for county election offices appears inside the back cover of this booklet 2012 state ballot information booklet and recommendations on retention of judges legislative council of the colorado general assembly. The term state blue book typically refers to a statesponsored or statelevel. Federal election commission gives access to campaign finance report data as well as other election information. The analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against the measure, and a brief fiscal assessment of the measure. For the second straight election cycle, clear the bench colorado has researched and evaluated the performance of the appellate court statewide judges appearing on the 2012 ballot one supreme court justice, six court of appeals judges, collected inputs on district and county judges from around the state, and published this information in an. The amendment proposed the legalization of the possession of one ounce or less of marijuana for any person twentyone years of age and over, as long as marijuana use does not occur in public. The united states presidential election, 2012 was on november 6, 2012. The booklets are published as part of the councils research publication series. In election years the colorado legislative council publishes information and in depth analysis on proposed ballot measures, often called the blue book. Effect of vote a yesfor vote on any ballot issue is a vote in favor of changing current law or existing circumstances, and a noagainst vote on any ballot issue is a vote against changing. Additionally you can also find voter data resources here as well as learn about appointing poll watchers or election rules. The analysis may also include any other information that will help voters understand the purpose and effect of a measure. For historical election information not provided below please contact the douglas county. Colorado secretary of state logo colorado secretary of state.
This guide has been developed in the interest of providing quick, easy access to these publications. Sign up for email, text, or phone updates on the status of your ballot. Contact the chaffee county elections department phone. Vote smart provides free, unbiased, indepth information about current officials, candidates, issues, legislation, and voting.
Because of a printers error, not everyone was able to get their copy of the colorado election blue book. For historical election information not provided below please contact the douglas county elections office. Go to and enter your address to learn more on how to apply. You can register in person and vote a ballot through election day, tuesday, november 8th. The analysis must include a summary of the measure, the major arguments both for and against the. Please contact the elections department for amendments to reports from 2019 and prior. Register to vote or check or update your current registration. The denver elections division is your resource for voter information, candidate information, volunteer opportunities, and more.
Blue book finding aid analysis of colorado ballot proposals. April 28th is the deadline to apply for an absentee ballot. You can register in person and vote a ballot through election day, november 3rd. Colorado voters chose nine electors to represent them in the electoral college via a popular vote pitting incumbent democratic president barack obama and his running mate, vice. Blue book finding aid analysis of colorado ballot proposals cde. Oct 16, 2015 see a sample ballot, check your voter and ballot status, find a ballot dropoff location and more. Oct 22, 2016 see a sample ballot including candidates and judges, check your voter and ballot status, find a ballot dropoff location and more.
The democratic nominee, president barack obama, and his running mate, vice president joe biden, were elected to a second term. They defeated the republican ticket of businessman and former governor mitt romney of massachusetts and. It contains information about the statewide ballot issues, including the fiscal impact, and other explanations to help you understand the implications of each ballot issue. The history of elections in oregon including primary, general, and special elections. Most of the following ballot issues will not be on your ballot.
Tabor notice for adams county voters residing in eastern adams county. Three statewide ballot questions were on the 2012 statewide ballot in colorado. Ballot information booklet blue book colorado general. Drug policy action colorado committee osmany ryan chavez 70 w. Headlines and video, candidates positions on the issues, fundraising totals, states to watch news and analysis, and a. Other states followed suit, eventually leading to the right of all american women to vote in 1920. Evaluate the peformance of colorado judges before voting. Colorado became the second womens suffrage state in 1893 after wyoming, and the first to pass it into law by popular vote.
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