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Broomfield’s Utility Franchise Agreement

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The City and County of Broomfield is nearing the end of its 20-year franchise agreement with Xcel Energy. The agreement sets clear requirements and expectations for how Xcel is allowed to use local streets and alleys. Approved by voters in 2007, the current franchise agreement sets a stable, predictable way to deliver power safely, maintain streets, and respond to emergencies.

Vote YES on ballot issue 1B to approve a new agreement that renews and strengthens Broomfield’s requirements of Xcel!

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Upgrade Power Lines

Undergrounding power lines improves safety and reliability, especially during severe weather.

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Restore Power Faster

Ensures timely restoration of electricity following storms, natural disasters and emergencies.

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Strengthen Broomfield’s Economy

Improved energy reliability supports local businesses and makes Broomfield a great place to work and shop.

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Increased Accountability

Continued accountability and partnership with the City of Broomfield and utility customers.

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Committed to Public Safety

Providing power for street lights and traffic signals.

Broomfield Utility Franchise - Ballot Question 1B

If passed, 1B will:

• Require Xcel to put overhead power lines underground

• Provide power to street lights and traffic lights

• Restore power quickly after outages

• Require Xcel to compensate Broomfield

• Facilitate emergency planning for extreme weather and wildfires

• Hold Xcel accountable to high reliability and safety standards

If passed, 1B will NOT:

• Determine utility rates

• Set energy sustainability goals

• Allow voters to choose Broomfield’s utility company


Here’s how Question 1B will appear on your ballot:
Shall the City and County of Broomfield approve the terms of a twenty-year franchise contract, starting January 1, 2028, with Public Service Company of Colorado (Xcel Energy) to continue Xcel’s program for undergrounding overhead electrical lines, maintaining infrastructure safety and partnering with the City for emergency management coordination, and to require that Xcel Energy continue to pay to the City for reasonable use of public rights-of-way and other City property necessary to provide safe and reliable utility services for the benefit of the City, its residents and its businesses as set forth in Ordinance No. 2307?

YES ___
NO ___