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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024 - RESO 14 - Home RuleCITY OF WHEAT RIDGE, COLORADO RESOLUTION NO. 14 Series of 2024 TITLE: A RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO STATE LEGISLATION INFRINGING UPON HOME RULE AUTHORITY WHEREAS, Home Rule is a system of government whereby a state delegates authority to legislate matters of local concern to local governments; and WHEREAS, in 1902, Colorado voters amended the Constitution to grant Home Rule authority to cities; and WHEREAS, in 1976, Wheat Ridge voters exercised the constitutional right to become a Home Rule municipality; and WHEREAS, the City of Wheat Ridge cherishes the principles of municipal autonomy enshrined in the Colorado Constitution and affirmed by the establishment of Home Rule authority; and WHEREAS, the ability of municipalities to govern themselves according to the needs and preferences of their residents is fundamental to the principles of democracy supported by the City of Wheat Ridge; and WHEREAS, the Colorado Legislature is currently considering and is anticipated to continue proposing legislation that threatens to undermine Home Rule authority and the principles of local control supported by the City; and WHEREAS, this legislation encroaches upon the rights and powers of local governments to enact or maintain ordinances, regulations, and policies that are tailored to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by local communities; and WHEREAS, the imposition of state mandates and preemptions upon municipalities hinders the ability of the City of Wheat Ridge to effectively respond to the diverse needs and interests of our residents. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, as follows: 1. The City of Wheat Ridge fundamentally opposes all legislation infringing upon the City’s Home Rule authority. 2. The City of Wheat Ridge authorizes its elected officials and staff to oppose all legislation infringing upon the City’s Home Rule authority. 3. The City of Wheat Ridge pledges to work collaboratively with other municipalities across the state to protect and defend Home Rule authority against any encroachments by state legislation. DONE AND RESOLVED this 25th day of March 2024 ATTEST: Margy Greer, Sr. Deputy City Clerk Bud Starker, Mayor