Recreational Marijuana Sales to Begin in Colorado Springs

The Colorado Supreme Court has declined to review an appeal by the City of Colorado Springs regarding the inclusion of a recreational marijuana repeal question on the April ballot, effectively allowing recreational marijuana sales to begin in April. This decision follows a district court's ruling that the city's attempt to place a repeal measure on the ballot was unconstitutional, as it violated Amendment 64 of the Colorado Constitution, which restricts such measures to general elections in even-numbered years. The measure to repeal Question 300, which voters approved in November to allow recreational marijuana sales, was challenged by residents who argued that the city council's actions disregarded state law and voter intent. Despite concerns from city officials about voter confusion over the initial ballot language, the courts have upheld the decision to move forward with implementing recreational marijuana sales in the city. The city's focus will now shift to ensuring proper oversight and addressing any impacts from the legalization of recreational marijuana sales.