Colorado Springs Special Municipal Election

New Era staff help students vote in November 2024.

Election Day is June 17 – so mark your calendar and remember to vote or be in line by 7 p.m.

There’s only ONE question on the ballot, so there’s no excuse not to vote!


Why vote in local elections, especially one without any candidates? Ballot questions are where we get to flex our political power by directly deciding on policies that impact our daily lives. We get to shape our future rather than leaving it up to people who don’t understand the problems our generation faces.

Remember: In Colorado, it is never too late to register to vote. You can register to vote or update your registration online by June 10 here to receive your ballot in the mail.

How to Vote in Colorado Springs

Ballots were mailed out to every registered voter on May 23! Here are the two ways to vote and have your voice heard this election:

  1. BALLOT DROP BOX. Make sure your vote is counted by dropping off your completed ballot at a drop box by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17. Drop boxes are open 24/7 through 7 p.m. on Election Day. There are 29 drop boxes around town, so find your nearest drop box locations here!

    A ballot drop box is pictured outside of the Boettcher Center at Colorado College.
    A ballot drop box is located outside of the Boettcher Center at Colorado College.
  2. MAIL. Another option to return your ballot is by mailing it back to your county clerk. If you choose this option, don’t forget to add stamps (we always recommend two, just in case) and put it in the mail by Tuesday, June 10, to ensure it arrives at the County Clerk’s Office by Election Day.
Photo of the Colorado Springs administration building.
Photo of the Colorado Springs Administration Building.

If you didn’t receive your ballot, need a new ballot, or want to know about in person options, you can call your county clerk or stop by in person at the City Administration Building, which is located at 30 South Nevada Ave., Suite 101, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. On Election Day, you will be able to register to vote at this location! 

     The hours of operation are: 

  • Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
  • Election Day (Tuesday, June 17), 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

If you want to register to vote in-person, you can register at the Elections Department, located at the Main Office on the second floor of the Citizens Service Center (1675 West Garden of the Gods Rd). 

  The hours of operation are: 

  • Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 
  • Election Day (Tuesday, June 17), 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Already mailed your ballot? Check your ballot status!

How to Vote
in Colorado Springs

Ballots were mailed out to every registered voter on May 23! Here are the two ways to vote and have your voice heard this election:

  1. BALLOT DROP BOX. Make sure your vote is counted by dropping off your completed ballot at a drop box by 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17. Drop boxes are open 24/7 through 7 p.m. on Election Day. There are 29 drop boxes around town, so find your nearest drop box locations here!

    A ballot drop box is pictured outside of the Boettcher Center at Colorado College.
    A ballot drop box is located outside of the Boettcher Center at Colorado College.
  2. MAIL. Another option to return your ballot is by mailing it back to your county clerk. If you choose this option, don’t forget to add stamps (we always recommend two, just in case) and put it in the mail by Tuesday, June 10, to ensure it arrives at the County Clerk’s Office by Election Day.
Photo of the Colorado Springs administration building.
Photo of the Colorado Springs Administration Building.

If you didn’t receive your ballot, need a new ballot, or want to know about in person options, you can call your county clerk or stop by in person at the City Administration Building, which is located at 30 South Nevada Ave., Suite 101, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. On Election Day, you will be able to register to vote at this location! 

     The hours of operation are: 

  • Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
  • Election Day (Tuesday, June 17), 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

If you want to register to vote in-person, you can register at the Elections Department, located at the Main Office on the second floor of the Citizens Service Center (1675 West Garden of the Gods Rd). 

  The hours of operation are: 

  • Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 
  • Election Day (Tuesday, June 17), 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Already mailed your ballot? Check your ballot status!

WTF is on the Ballot?

Ordinance No. 25-16: “Shall the voters approve Ordinance 25-16, concerning annexing that area known as Karman Line Addition No. 6 consisting of 1,876.24 acres located northwest of the Bradley Road and Curtis Road intersection into the City of Colorado Springs?”

Yep, that’s really all that’s up for a vote (woulda been nice to get this done in the April election, but who are we to propose cost-saving ideas?).

WTF is
on the Ballot?

Ordinance No. 25-16: “Shall the voters approve Ordinance 25-16, concerning annexing that area known as Karman Line Addition No. 6 consisting of 1,876.24 acres located northwest of the Bradley Road and Curtis Road intersection into the City of Colorado Springs?”

Yep, that’s really all that’s up for a vote (woulda been nice to get this done in the April election, but who are we to propose cost-saving ideas?).

WTF Does that Even Mean?

The Karman Line Addition is about 1,900 acres connected to the southeast side of the city via a strip of land along Bradley Road. Potential development plans call for around 6,500 homes to be built there, along with commercial space, community facilities, and other infrastructure.

Fun Fact: The length of Bradley Road is the same distance as Acacia Park to Citadel Mall!

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WTF Does My Community Think?

OPPONENTS are focused on the city’s ability to support infrastructure of the newly annexed land. The annexation would require reallocation of water resources, building additional roads, and expanding emergency services. All in which costs the city money.

 Ranchers and farmers of the Lower Arkansas River Valley

Citizens to Stop Illogical Growth

 Lower Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District General Manager Jack Goble

 Councilmember Dave Donelson

 Councilmember Nancy Henjum

 Citizens Project

League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region

SUPPORTERS are focused on the potential of 6,500 new homes, addressing the need for more housing options near Schriever Air Force Base. Residents currently face long commutes and limited housing choices.

 Council President Pro Tem and At-Large Representative Brian Risley

 Councilmember and At-Large Representative David Leinweber

 Developers

 Protect Your Neighborhood