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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Proposed Initiative #85 Qualifies for General Election Ballot

Denver, CO – The Elections Division of the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office announced Dec. 15 that proponents of Proposed Initiative #85, “Penalties for Fentanyl Crimes,” have submitted the required number of signatures to appear on the 2026 General Election Ballot.

Proposed Initiative#85 submitted 187,699 petition signatures. After reviewing a five-percent random sample of the submitted signatures, the Elections Division projected the number of valid signatures to be greater than 110 percent of the total number of signatures required for placement on the ballot.

Text of proposed initiative #85 (PDF)

Signature requirement for statewide initiative petitions. Signature requirements are outlined by Article V, Section 1 (3) of the Colorado Constitution and 1-40-116 of the Colorado Revised Statutes.

A copy of the petition is on file with the Secretary of State’s office.

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold 1770 Broadway, Suite 550, Denver CO 80290 www.ColoradoSOS.gov

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Boulder, Colorado – August 20, 2024 – For decades, the Boulder Chamber has hosted the Women Who Light The Community signature event, a tradition honoring the extraordinary contributions of businesswomen in the Boulder Region. This event goes beyond an evening of awards and fellowship; it’s a celebration of the remarkable, passionate women who tirelessly drive positive change and make a dedicated impact across our community.

Each year, six honorees are selected from a pool of peer-nominated businesswomen, representing leadership from across sectors including business, nonprofit, education, arts, and local initiatives; these honorees were selected for being trailblazers whose innovative approaches are shaping Boulder and beyond.

This year’s honorees share a common goal: a dedication to changing our community and our world through leadership and passion. Their work lights the way for future change and a strong, inclusive future for all, inspiring us all to make a difference.

2024 Women Who Light the Community Honorees:

• Adderly Grant-Lord, NAACP Boulder County, and AdderlyArt
• Ava Hamilton, Arapaho Nation Independent Motion Pictures and Film Professional
• Jena Griswold, Colorado Secretary of State
• Sandra Weeks, Blue Spruce Construction Services
• Sarah Meshak, Boulder Community Health
• Tyler Jacobs, Emerging Youth Honoree

You’re invited to join us in celebration on September 10 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Embassy Suites in Boulder as we honor these world-changing leaders. Your ticket will include engaging networking, appetizers, dinner, dessert, and drinks.

Tables are available for purchase and include front-of-the-room seating, company designation, and special recognition of your support. This is an opportunity to bring your company and celebrate women who are inspiring change in our community while hearing their stories of impact, innovation, and change.

Register today to confirm your spot at this evening of inspiration and honor!

Women Who Light The Community is presented by Corden Pharma.

For more information, contact Courtney Warford, Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, at courtney.warford@boulderchamber.com.

About Boulder Chamber

The Boulder Chamber is a leader that strengthens business and advances economic vitality to cultivate strong communities in the Boulder region. With nearly 120 years of dedicated service to its members and the Boulder community, the Boulder Chamber’s flagship programs work together on behalf of members and the community to holistically elevate the region’s vitality. Whether you’re looking for economic data, help navigating—or advocating—local policy, or something else entirely, Your Chamber does that. For more information, visit boulderchamber.com

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