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Unofficial Election Results

Town of Dinosaur, Colorado
Regular Municipal Election
April 7, 2026

These results are unofficial and subject to change until certified by the Town Clerk (Designated Election Official).

Mayor (Vote for 1)

Candidate Votes
Darcie Rocque 43
Michael R. Taylor 25

Trustee (Vote for 4)

Candidate Votes
Mike Snyder 61
Leroy Trujillo 60
Jeff Harrington 40
Marshelle Gray 39
Fred Ehlers 24
Paul Jachim 8

Ballot Question 1A (Vote for 1)

Response Votes
Yes / For 29
No / Against 37

Ballot Question 2A (Vote for 1)

Response Votes
Yes / For 42
No / Against 26

Total Ballots Cast: 68
Results will be updated and replaced with official certified results upon completion of the canvass and certification process.

 

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Town of Dinosaur, Colorado

2026 Municipal Election Notices

April 7, 2026 Election

Call for Nominations

Election Date: April 7, 2026

Candidate Eligibility Requirements:

  • Registered elector
  • At least 18 years of age by election date
  • Resident of the Town of Dinosaur for at least 12 consecutive months

Nomination Timeline:

  • Petitions available starting: January 6, 2026
  • Deadline to submit petitions: January 26, 2026 by 5:00 PM

Available at:
Town Hall
317 Stegosaurus Freeway
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Offices to be Elected:

  • Mayor – 2-year term
  • Two Trustees – 4-year terms
  • Two Trustees – 2-year terms

Dated: January 5, 2026
By: Christine Brasfield, Town Clerk

Voter Registration Notice

You may register to vote up to and including April 7, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizen
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Resident of Colorado for at least 22 days prior to election

Where to Register:

  • Town Hall – 317 Stegosaurus Freeway, Dinosaur
  • Rio Blanco County Clerk’s Office (Craig, CO)

Hours: During regular business hours

By: Christine Brasfield, Town Clerk

Absentee (Mail) Ballot Notice

Any registered elector of the Town of Dinosaur may vote by absentee ballot.

Application Deadline:
April 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Ballot Return Deadline:
Must be received by 7:00 PM on April 7, 2026

Contact:
Christine Brasfield, Town Clerk
Town Hall – 317 Stegosaurus Freeway
Phone: (970) 374-2286

By: Christine Brasfield, Town Clerk

Official Election Notices for the Town of Dinosaur, Colorado