Proposed amendment would create ‘housing-forward community’ exemption. Even as lawmakers work to modify a sweeping bill concerning land use in the state to assuage concerns about its reach, city leaders remain opposed to the legislation’s premise. Senate Bill 23-213, championed by Gov. Jared Polis as a major legislative priority, is a multifaceted proposal to reform…
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Broomfield Mayor Guyleen Castriotta presents her state of the city address during the Thursday, Feb. 2 Broomfield Area Chamber annual meeting at Roots. With this continuing growth, Castriotta highlighted some of the city’s main focuses from the past year that will continue into 2023, such as income-aligned housing, economic vitality, sustainability, public health, and diversity,…
Broomfield is currently accepting applications for the first resident-led Board of Health. The city and county is encouraging residents with public health experience to apply for five seats currently available. “By Colorado statute, local public health agencies are required to have a Board of Health, whose responsibilities include approving the five-year public health improvement plan,…
To personalize my journey, it’s important to know where I started. My journey began in Louisiana, and I struggled on many fronts; being the first one in my family to go to college and fighting to become my authentic self. I knew I was different, that I thought differently than those around me, and that…
Broomfield currently has no contribution limits for candidates or any type of committees. The Broomfield City Council wants to create campaign finance limits and implement a stricter reporting period for municipal elections. Councilmember William Lindstedt initiated the conversation in December, with many councilmembers agreeing it’s long overdue. Broomfield currently has no contribution limits for candidates…
A slate of six candidates in Broomfield’s City Council race won election Tuesday after winning endorsements from the state’s Democratic party. Incumbent Mayor Guyleen Castriotta won the race over opponent and Councilwoman Kimberly Groom. According to unofficial results, Castriotta received 52% of votes and Groom received 48%. Candidate James Marsh-Holschen won the Ward 1 race…
I now have the great privilege and honor of being the Mayor of the City and County of Broomfield. I see this as a 4-month job interview and I fully intend to earn the support of those who don’t know me yet. People who do know me, know that I’ve never met a stranger and…
Dear Friends, I can’t express my appreciation enough for Mayor Quinn’s service to the city, especially his leadership during this very difficult and challenging year with COVID. I was surprised by his decision to step aside this month, but I respect it and understand it. Mayor Quinn has consistently put the City and County of…
With Special Guest Congressman Joe Neguse Please Join State Representative Matt Gray, Broomfield Mayor Pat Quinn, Broomfield City Council members: Stan Jezierski, Sharon Tessier, William Lindstedt, DevenShaff, Jean Lim, Laurie Anderson, Heidi Henkel Adams County Commissioner Emma Pinter. Broomfield City Council Candidate James Holschen. Broomfield City Council Candidate Todd Cohen And Joan Murahata For the Guyleen for…