COLORADO SPRINGS — The court battle surrounding the marijuana ballot measure caused a delay in mailing ballots for active duty military and citizens overseas.
WATCH: El Paso County judge blocks marijuana ballot measure
The City of Colorado Springs tells News5 those ballots will now be sent out on February 18, which is Tuesday. The clerk's office will then be able to mail ballots to all registered voters starting March 7, with Election Day being April 1.
In this municipal election, voters will be deciding who will serve on city council in all six of the city's districts.
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The Cost of Competition: Manitou Springs funding could take a hit due to COS marijuana sales
Since the sale of recreational marijuana was legalized in Colorado Springs, though it's been a benefit to dispensaries there, Manitou's mayor says the lack of sales at dispensaries may result in a significant decrease in city funding.
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