Boulder County Considers Ballot Measure for Childcare Funding
Boulder County Commissioners are considering a new ballot measure for the November election that would increase property taxes to fund childcare. The proposed measure aims to address the shortage of childcare slots, particularly for infants and toddlers, and support early…
Denver, CO, July 23, 2026 —
Boulder County, Colo. – Boulder County Commissioners are deliberating a potential ballot measure for the November election that seeks to increase property taxes to fund childcare services. The proposal is intended to tackle a significant shortage of available childcare slots, with a particular focus on infants and toddlers, and to provide support for early childhood care educators.
The specifics of the proposed measure indicate that if voters approve it, a homeowner with a property valued at approximately $725,000 could expect an annual increase of around $115 in their property taxes. This potential tax adjustment is part of a broader effort to bolster the local childcare infrastructure.
The initiative aims to address challenges within the early childhood care sector, which has faced difficulties in meeting demand, especially for the youngest children. The funding generated from the proposed tax increase would be directed towards improving access to and the quality of childcare options throughout Boulder County. Support for early childhood educators, who are crucial to the functioning of childcare services, is also a stated goal of the measure.
Further details regarding the exact wording of the ballot measure, the precise allocation of funds, and the timeline for any potential implementation are expected to be released as the commissioners continue their deliberations. The decision to place the measure on the November ballot will be made by the commissioners.
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