Stephanie Wolf, a producer for CPR News, joins Bente Birkeland to explore the heated debate around Douglas County potentially becoming a home rule county. They discuss the complexities of local governance versus state authority, sharing insights on historical contexts from Weld and Pitkin Counties. The conversation highlights resident concerns about local control, the potential for administrative efficiency, and the realities of navigating cumbersome state laws. With competing visions for the future, emotions run high as Douglas County grapples with the implications of this pivotal decision.
