File #: Res 2023-076    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 6/28/2023 In control: City Council
On agenda: 7/17/2023 Final action: 7/17/2023
Title: A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR THE NOVEMBER 7, 2023 COORDINATED MAIL BALLOT ELECTION
Sponsors: City Council
Attachments: 1. Council Communication, 2. Resolution 2023-076, 3. 2023 Coordinated Election IGA

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A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR THE NOVEMBER 7, 2023 COORDINATED MAIL BALLOT ELECTION

 

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Summary and Background Information

Municipal elections are the cornerstone of democracy.  Most of the things the government does that actually effect the community are decided at local elections.  Commerce City has been conducting their regular municipal election in coordination with other local jurisdictions within Adams County since 2011.  In order to participate in the coordinated election, the city must enter into an IGA with the county that outlines the duties of the clerk and recorder, duties of Commerce City, cost, and other responsibilities related to an election.

 

Staff Responsible (Department Head):  Dylan A. Gibson, City Clerk

Staff Member Presenting:  Dylan A. Gibson, City Clerk

 

Financial Impact:  ~$34,000

Funding Source:  City Clerk Election Budget

 

Staff Recommendation:  Approve the resolution.

Suggested Motion:  Move to approve as part of the consent agenda.