Peyton Fire Protection District Ballot Issue 6A
SHALL PEYTON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT TAXES BE INCREASED $327,903 ANNUALLY COMMENCING JANUARY 1, 2027, OR BY SUCH AMOUNT AS MAY BE RAISED, BY INCREASING THE DISTRICT’S PROPERTY TAX RATE BY AN ADDITIONAL 4.85 MILLS, FOR THE PURPOSES OF PROVIDING FIRE PROTECTION, AMBULANCE, EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND PARAMEDIC RESPONSE, RESCUE, SAFETY, AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE RESIDENTS, PROPERTY OWNERS, AND BUSINESSES SERVED BY THE DISTRICT, INCLUDING:
• HIRE FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER, EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS AND PARAMEDIC STAFF TO
EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY RESPOND TO SERVICE REQUESTS AND EMERGENCIES.
• PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN EMERGENCY VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT AND MODERNIZE FACILITIES TO
BETTER PROTECT THE PUBLIC AND FIRST RESPONDERS.
AND SHALL ALL REVENUE AND ANY EARNINGS ON THIS TAX CONSTITUTE A PERMANENT VOTER-APPROVED REVENUE CHANGE WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE X, SECTION 20 OF THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION AND AN EXCEPTION TO THE LIMITATIONS SET FORTH IN SECTION 29-1-301 OF THE COLORADO REVISED STATUTES, AND ANY OTHER LAW?
Information:
Fiscal Year Spending Information
2026: $469,515 (est.) 2025: $413,406 2024: $405,337 2023: $344,713 2022: $192,922
Overall percentage change in fiscal year spending: 243%
Overall dollar amount of tax increase for 2027: $327,903
Estimated maximum dollar amount of tax increase: $327,903
Estimated 2027 fiscal year spending without tax increase: $475,000
Information on Current Bonded Debt:
Principal Amount: $0 Maximum annual repayment cost: $0
Total repayment cost: $0
Information on Proposed Bonded Debt:
Principal Amount: $0 Maximum annual repayment cost: $0
Total repayment cost: $0
Summary of Written Comments FOR Ballot Issue 6A:
Vote YES on 6A for Faster Emergency Response and Local Accountability.
Peyton is growing rapidly. Our population has increased, leading to a significant rise in 911 calls—over 550 last year alone. Currently, 72% of voters believe our fire risk has increased. However, Peyton Fire relies almost entirely on volunteers. While their service is valued, it is increasingly difficult to attract and retain volunteers, especially during weekday business hours. Relying on volunteers who must drive to the station before responding to your emergency creates delays.
Issue 6A solves this problem by hiring some full-time firefighter/EMTs. This ensures trained professionals are immediately available to respond to medical emergencies and fires, drastically reducing response times when seconds count.
This measure also addresses critical infrastructure needs. The cost of fire engines has nearly doubled since 2020. This funding will modernize aging facilities and maintain reliable equipment to protect our first responders and residents.
This is a fiscally responsible solution.
The District's mill levy has remained constant since 2006, but our needs and population have changed.
Voters agree that the District spends taxpayer money wisely. The cost is modest: approximately $33 per year per $100,000 of a home’s market value. Currently, Peyton must often rely on neighboring districts like Falcon for help. Passing 6A reduces our reliance on other communities and ensures Peyton residents receive the professional fire and medical protection we deserve.
Vote YES on 6A to protect our homes, families, and community.
Summary of Written Comments AGAINST Ballot Issue 6A:
No comments were filed by the constitutional deadline.
