Local Election Guide
In 2023, Coloradans will have municipal elections in our most populated cities. To inform these debates CSI will produce reports on the most pressing issues facing Colorado cities: crime, housing, and homelessness for Fort Collins, Denver, Grand Junction, Pueblo Colorado Springs, and Aurora.
FORT COLLINS
Understanding the Ballot: The Facts About Fort Collins’ Biggest Issues
Fort Collins Housing Affordability Report
Homelessness in Fort Collins
Spotlight on Crime in Fort Collins
CSI utilized data from Colorado Crime Statistics and focused on statistics reported by the Fort Collins
Police Department.
COLORADO SPRINGS
Spotlight on Crime in Colorado Springs
Homelessness in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs Housing Affordability Report
Since 2005, an estimated 105,000 new residents have come to the city of Colorado Springs. Over the same period, the average priced home has risen 119% from $218,707 to $479,043, as of December 2022.
DENVER
Denver Local Election Guide: Just The Facts
Homelessness in Denver
Spotlight on Crime Rates in Denver
Denver Housing Affordability Report
Since 2005, Denver added 162,000 new residents, growing its population by 29%. Over the same period, the average priced home in Denver has increased 138% from $260,600 to $619,500.
GRAND JUNCTION
An Examination of Crime in Mesa County, Colorado
Spotlight on Crime in Grand Junction
Homelessness in Grand Junction
Grand Junction Housing Affordability Report
Since 2005, an estimated 11,040 people have moved to Grand Junction. Over the same period, the average priced home has risen 91%, from $206,196 to $394,056, as of December 2022.