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Vote Today, Shape Tomorrow
Meet the Democratic candidates on the ballot for Teller County voters this November.
Vote the whole ballot, not just the top.
It's easy to vote for the big races — Senate, Governor, Congress — and lose steam before you get to the state legislature, school board, and county commissioner. But those down-ballot seats are often decided by a handful of votes, and they shape the decisions that hit closest to home: your kids' schools, your property taxes, your local roads and fire response.
Every candidate on this list is part of the same team, working toward the same values. A vote that stops halfway down the ballot is a vote that doesn't fully serve you. If you're voting by mail, take the extra two minutes to fill out every race before you seal the envelope. If you're voting in person, don't rush past the bottom of the screen or card — keep going until you've made a choice in every race, all the way to the last line.
Not sure which precinct you're in? Check your voter registration at GoVoteColorado.gov October 26 is the last day to register to vote and be mailed a ballot. If registering after October 26, you must vote in person.
Colorado Democrats Finalize Positions on 2026 Ballot Measures
The Colorado Democratic Party's State Central Committee has taken official positions on this year's statewide ballot measures that are on the Teller County Ballots.
Amendment 87 — Graduated Income Tax
Proposition NN — State Public K-12 Education Funding
Amendment 81 — Law Enforcement Reporting Requirements to Federal Authorities
Amendment 82 — Right to Natural Gas
Amendment 84 — Mail Ballot Voter Identification
Amendment 85 — Plain Language Ballot Questions
Amendment 86 — Congressional Redistricting
Proposition 132 — Penalties for Fentanyl Crimes
Proposition 134 — Male and Female Participation in School Sports
Proposition 135 — Prohibit Certain Surgeries on Minors
Proposition 136 — Income Tax Rate Cap
Proposition 137 — Designate Sporting Goods Sales Tax Revenue for Conservation
You can find more details on the Colorado Democratic Party's stances on 2026 ballot measures and more at ColoradoDems.org/win.
Democratic Candidates in the News
Justin Kurth, State Senate District 4
Recent News Coverage Article Summary: Justin Kurth, a Marine veteran and former Colorado Springs 911 dispatcher, is the Democratic candidate for Colorado State Senate District 4, facing Republican Teddy Collins in the Nov. 3 general election. Kurth argues that rural voters in the district are underrepresented and says incumbent Mark Baisley, who has held the seat since 2023, doesn’t go out and hear from constituents. A former regional director for Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen and a self-described former Republican, he says he can build bridges between the parties. He names four priorities, which he calls the “four Ws”: protecting water rights in the headwater district, reducing the impact of wildfires, expanding workforce development through programs like Rural Jumpstart, and ensuring that veterans, who make up about 10% of the district, get the benefits and care available to them. Kurth also points to his experience coordinating multi-agency responses during the Waldo Canyon Fire as evidence he can perform under pressure.
Dennis Luttrell, Teller County Commissioner District 2
Dennis brings decades of experience in emergency management, public planning, and local government.
His priorities are the issues that matter most to Teller County families: wildfire preparedness, mitigation, and recovery; affordable housing; stronger county services; and lower property taxes. He is a longtime volunteer firefighter and member of the NOFLOCO Fire Mitigation Posse,. Dennis has pledged to donate his commissioner’s salary (total of $405,300 over the 4 year term) to local nonprofits benefiting Teller County — in his words, he’ll “be there for you, and not the salary.“
Recent News Coverage Article Summary:
Dennis Luttrell, the Democratic candidate for the Teller County Board of County Commissioners, says his top priority is preventing catastrophic wildfire. He argues the county has failed to post evacuation routes, leaving fire-warning signs to be paid for by private citizens, and he says the state can handle only about 25 to 30% of such fires. If elected, he would organize an all-government response to fire preparedness. Luttrell previously served as a Teller County commissioner from 1983 to 1990, when he helped develop the county’s growth management plan without raising taxes, and he founded the Florissant Fire Department in 1976 and expanded the district to include Divide. He pledges not to raise taxes, wants to focus on affordable housing for county employees, teachers, deputies and local workers, and says he would donate his salary to Teller County nonprofits. Citing his experience, including an award for historic preservation work as a community development director in Massachusetts, he calls himself the most qualified candidate to advance economic development and affordable housing.
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The Teller County Democrats are dedicated to fostering a community that upholds Democratic principles, supports inclusive legislation, and champions candidates who advocate for equality and justice. Our mission is to engage and empower local citizens, ensuring that every voice is heard and represented. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all Democrats and like-minded voters, working together to build a brighter future for Teller County.
Regular meetings
We gather on Sundays, year-round. New faces are always welcome.
1st Sunday each month
Central Committee Meeting
2nd Sunday each month
Connections Committee Meeting
For more information, contact connections@tellerdems.org.
3rd Sunday each month
Monthly Restaurant Social
Meet up at a local restaurant for food, libations, and great conversation — order what you like and pay your own way. For Democrats and like-minded voters.
Locations can vary from month to month — check your email for each meeting's time, location, and agenda.
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Tools to understand our government, find your representatives, and read the documents our democracy is built on.
Living in Teller County: wildfire safety
Practical fire mitigation resources — plus the replay of our community wildfire safety forum — to help protect your home and our community.
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Teller County No Kings Protest
Saturday October 17th
Event Coordinator Dennis Luttrell 1-508-728-5522
Call Dennis for participation details ... considering 2 locations in Teller County depending on number of interested peeps!
Honoring Indigenous heritage means taking real action—from investing in tribal healthcare to protecting sacred public lands.
I’m proud to work alongside Tribal leaders to build a more equitable future for all our communities. And today, may we all celebrate the long, rich history and continued resilience of Native communities across Colorado & our country.
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