The Timnath Town Council has approved ballot language for a special election regarding fence height restrictions in the Town.
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 will take place by mail, with ballots being mailed to registered voters between June 5 and June 12 (and received a few days later). Completed ballots must be returned by 7 p.m. on June 27 and can be submitted by mail or dropped off at two designated locations: 4800 Goodman Street and 4750 Signal Tree Drive in Timnath.
The official ballot language asks 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.
Voters will decide whether to amend the Town Charter to prohibit fences and nets taller than 65 feet. A “yes” vote would prevent developers from seeking special approval for such fences from the Town Council, while a “no” vote would allow developers to seek such approval.
To view the full proposed 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 will I vote?
The single-issue special election will take place by mail, with ballots being mailed to registered voters between June 5 and June 12 (and received a few days later). Completed ballots must be returned by 7 p.m. on June 27 and can be 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.