Archived Information
This page is maintained for historical reference and public information related to the 2024 Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District mill levy ballot measure.
2024 Ballot Issue 6F Results
Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District Ballot Issue 6F was defeated in the Nov. 5, 2024 election.
Election Results
- 34% For
- 66% Against
Ballot Issue 6F asked voters whether to retain two-thirds of the expiring bond repayment mill levy for 10 years to fund future capital infrastructure projects and maintenance throughout the community.
About Ballot Issue 6F
KAt the July 23, 2024 Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District Board meeting, the Board approved a resolution to place a mill levy question on the Nov. 5, 2024 ballot. Jefferson County assigned the measure as Ballot Issue 6F.
The proposed measure would have continued a portion of the existing bond repayment mill levy after the District’s bond debt was paid off in December 2024. Funding would have supported future capital infrastructure improvements and ongoing maintenance of District facilities, parks and community assets.
Project Timeline
2014
District voters approved a bond mill levy to fund major community improvements through General Obligation Bonds.
2015–2017
Bond funding supported several community projects, including:
- Ranch House renovations
- Community Center renovations
- Dakota Lodge renovations
- Community entrance signs
- Playground improvements
- Park improvements
December 2024
The District’s bond debt was fully repaid and the bond repayment mill levy expired.
Note: Approximately $1.2 million in interest was paid over the life of the bonds.
Understanding Property Taxes and Mill Levies
Property taxes in Jefferson County are collected by the Jefferson County Treasurer’s Office and distributed among local taxing entities, including:
- Jefferson County Public Schools
- Jefferson County
- Special districts
- Law enforcement agencies
- Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District
What Is a Mill Levy?
A mill levy represents $1 of tax revenue for every $1,000 of assessed property value.
Residential assessed value is calculated by multiplying a property’s actual value by the residential assessment rate established by the State of Colorado.
The total amount of property tax due is based on:
- The property’s assessed value
- The mill levies of the taxing authorities that provide services within the district
Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District Property Tax Allocation
At the time of the 2024 election:
- Approximately 14% of a resident’s total property tax bill supported Metropolitan District operations and services
- Approximately 3% supported the District’s bond repayment mill levy
- Combined, the Metropolitan District represented approximately 17% of the total property tax allocation
The bond repayment mill levy expired in December 2024 following repayment of the District’s bond debt.
Charts and Reference Graphics
The following resources provide additional information related to property taxes, mill levies and capital planning:
Downloadable Resources
Election and Reference Documents
Election Documents
How Are My Property Taxes Allocated?
Property taxes are paid annually to the Jefferson County Treasurer’s Office, which collects and distributes funding to local taxing entities including schools, special districts, Jefferson County and public safety agencies.
Your property tax amount is based on two factors:
- Your property’s assessed value, determined by the Jefferson County Assessor
- The mill levies established by local taxing authorities that provide services within your district
What Is a Mill Levy?
A mill levy is a property tax rate used to fund public services. One mill equals $1 in tax revenue for every $1,000 of assessed property value.
A property’s assessed value is determined by multiplying the property’s actual market value by the residential assessment rate established by the State of Colorado. The total property tax owed is then calculated using the mill levies for each applicable taxing authority.
Property Tax Allocation
At the time of the 2024 election:
- Approximately 42% of local property taxes supported Jefferson County Public Schools
- Approximately 14% supported Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District operations and services
- Approximately 3% supported the District’s bond repayment mill levy
- Combined, the Metropolitan District represented approximately 17% of the total property tax allocation
The bond repayment mill levy was approved by voters in 2014 and expired in December 2024 following repayment of the District’s bond debt.
