JFS Supports Amendment 51

The fall election is quickly approaching and will have a major impact on the White House, Congress, the nation, and Colorado. Based on JFS and SHALOM Denver’s longstanding dedication and commitment to people with developmental disabilities, the JFS board supports Amendment 51.

This Amendment provides critically needed care to thousands of children and adults with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Mental Retardation through a modest, phased-in sales tax of 2/10 of 1%.

Amendment 51 provides new funding for much-needed services that people with developmental disabilities and their families need now and in the future, such as constant supervision, help with daily tasks, a place to live, job training or nursing services. When fully implemented it will raise $186 million, providing a safety net in Colorado for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

--Yana Vishnitsky, president & CEO