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| 5334 S Prince Street |
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| Littleton, CO 80120-1136 |
| 303-795-4400 |
| 303-738-7915 TTY |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Our web site is a great source of information about Arapahoe County government and services. To make your search easier, we've
listed the most frequently asked questions about the County services we provide, as well as the services we don't. This page
will change often so please check back frequently. Still can't find the answer to your question? Drop us an e-mail or call
us at 303-795-4400.
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What is the Property Tax Exemption for Seniors? |
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In the November 2000 election, Colorado voters passed a Property Tax Exemption for Seniors, known as Referendum A. The law
says that qualifying seniors will be exempt from paying taxes on 50 percent on the first $200,000 of the senior's primary
residence. In June 2009, Senate Bill 09-276 was adopted. The bill eliminates the senior exemption benefit for tax years 2009-2011.
In spite of the three year suspension, the Assessor's Office will continue to process new applications for the exemption program
and those who qualify for the first time in 2012 are encouraged to apply.
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Who do I contact to dispose of Household Hazardous Waste? |
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If you live within unincorporated Arapahoe County, the City of Centennial, the Town of Foxfield and the Town of Deer Trail,
you can participate in the County’s Household Hazardous Waste program. Call 1-800-449-7587 for more information.
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How do I reserve a park? |
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Check the Arapahoe County Open Space page to review the park sites that the County manages. Arapahoe County has many city
parks and recreation departments and special recreation districts within its borders. If you have trouble determining which
agency manages the park you are interested in, contact Open Space at 720-874-6724 for assistance.
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What is early voting? |
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As part of election reform legislation in Colorado, early voting has been available for over 10 years. Prior to the election,
registered voters in Colorado can opt to cast their votes early. It has already proven to be a success in Arapahoe County
and is getting more popular with each election.
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Why should I early vote? |
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The intent is to meet the needs of busy people who want more options than just voting on a single day at a single precinct.
We want to remove any physical or psychological barriers that might prevent someone from voting. If you know, for example,
that you have a full day's worth of activities on Election Day, you can make it easier on yourself by taking advantage of
the early voting option. Between early voting, absentee ballots and traditional polling on Election Day, there are a number
of voting options so that no one should be prevented from voting.
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Who can register to vote? |
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You must be 18 years or older (you may pre-register if you are 17 yrs. and 9 mos.); you must be a United States citizen; you
must be a permanent resident of Colorado 30 days prior to an election.
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How do I register to vote? |
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Registering to vote is a right. It is available to all persons that meet the requirements. In Arapahoe County there are many
Voter Registration Agencies where you can register or obtain a Voter Registration Application form. If you need more information regarding the closest agency, or to obtain a form by mail, contact our office Monday - Friday
between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., at (303) 795-4511. You may also register to vote anytime you are applying for or renewing:
- A Colorado Driver License
- Benefits at State public assistance agencies
- Services at agencies that provide services to disabled persons
- Armed Forces Recruiting Offices
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How and where do I request a Mail-in ballot? |
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Requests for Mail-In ballots shall be made in writing or by fax using an Mail-In Ballot Application form or in the form of
a letter that includes your printed name, signature, residence address, mailing address if the applicant wishes to receive
the Mail-In ballot by mail, and date of birth.
Mail-In Ballot Applications must be filed no later than 4:30 p.m. on the Tuesday immediately preceding the election in order
for voters to receive a ballot in the mail. Voters who wish to vote a "Mail-In" ballot in the county clerk's office may file
an application until 4:30 p.m.on the Friday immediately before the election.
If you are applying for an Mail-In ballot for a Primary Election ballot, you must name the political party with which you
are affiliated or wish to affiliate.
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How do I return my mail-in ballot? |
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Mail-In ballots must be returned in the Official Return envelope that is provided. Every voter must sign the AFFIDAVIT OF VOTER on the back side of the Official Return Envelope in order for the ballot to be counted.
Voted Mail-In ballots must be received by the Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder's office by 7 p.m. on Election Day in order
to be counted. VOTED MAIL-IN BALLOTS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AT POLLING PLACES. If you request and receive a Mail-In ballot and later decide to vote at the polls you must vote using a provisional ballot.
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What hours are the polls open in Arapahoe County? |
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On Election Day, the polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Early polling sites will also be available throughout the county,
prior to elections. However, the timeframe for the early polling sites will not be announced until closer to each election.
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