| Yes | 2321 |
| No | 1026 |
| Total Ballots Cast | 3347 |
At the April 25 Town Council Meeting, the Council passed a resolution to ask residents whether permanent fences, including those made of netting, should be prohibited from exceeding 65 feet in height, as outlined in a proposed amendment to the Town Charter.
The single-issue special election took place by mail, with ballots being mailed to registered voters between June 5 and June 12. Completed ballots had to be returned by 7 p.m. on June 27; submitted by mail or dropped off at two designated locations: 4800 Goodman Street and 4750 Signal Tree Drive in Timnath.
The official ballot language asked voters if they want to amend the Town of Timnath Home Rule Charter to prohibit permanent fences taller than 65 feet:
Ballot Issue 1a
Amending the Town of Timnath Home Rule Charter to Prohibit Permanent Fences Over 65 Feet in Height
Shall the Town of Timnath Home Rule Charter be amended to add a new
Section 15.7 prohibiting permanent fences over 65 feet in height,
measured vertically from the base of the fence to the top of the fence,
including fences comprised of netting or screening materials?
As a home rule community, changes to the Town of Timnath Charter must receive voter approval via a ballot question. The special election follows the Timnath Town Clerk’s verification of over 651 signatures collected in support of the charter amendment petition.
To view the “Pro’s and Con’s” informational postcard sent out the week of June 1, 2023 to Timnath residents, click here.
To view Campaign Disclosure Reports, click here.
To view the full amendment to Timnath Home Rule Charter, click here.
To view the official Notice of Election on the proposed Charter Amendment for a special town election to be held on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in Timnath, Colorado, click here.
How did the community cast their votes?
The single-issue special election took place by mail, with ballots being mailed to registered voters between June 5 and June 12. Completed ballots had to be returned by 7 p.m. on June 27; submitted by mail or dropped off at two designated locations: 4800 Goodman Street and 4750 Signal Tree Drive in Timnath.
What is a Home Rule Charter?
The Town of Timnath Home Rule Charter establishes Timnath as a home rule municipality and defines the specific authorities of the Town Council and administrators. The Charter also sets forth guidelines and processes for legislation, financing, and providing specific services within Timnath. We were empowered to make our own charter as a Town, and our community is empowered to make changes and must approve any changes by a majority vote.
How does a Town Charter amendment work?
For additional information, including a timeline of the process of a Town Charter amendment, visit timnath.org/town-charter-amendments.