What others are saying

about Props 125 and 126

What others are saying about props 125 and 126

"We are in favor of reducing regulations and opening up the free market as long as the playing field is even. It also will certainly be convenient to have wine on the shelves of grocery stores and to allow third-party delivery companies (think Doordash) to deliver alcohol from liquor stores, grocery stores, bars, and restaurants."

The Denver Post

Source: denverpost.com

“Our decision to endorse Props 125 and 126 in Colorado was one where we balanced the desire to improve our access to economic improvement with our moral obligation to support our community. We want to provide all Coloradans equal opportunity to grow and prosper while ensuring that our communities are not harmed. These proposals, with their built-in safety objectives, would advance that goal.” Prescott added, “Our businesses are still rebounding from the toll COVID-19 took on the economy, and we believe this will provide them the boost they need while ensuring strict safety enforcement.”

NAACP Rocky Mountain State Area Conference

Portia Prescott | President

"Vote yes on Prop 125 and pick up that bottle of cheap white wine at the grocery store when you’re in a hurry... Proposition 126 only perpetuates a service made popular during the pandemic, allowing patrons to purchase “to go” or delivered drinks and alcoholic beverages from restaurants. That’s nothing more than common sense convenience and good business for everyone."

Sentinel Colorado

“Colorado has been long overdue to rethink the way we approach liquor licensing. This is about helping some of our hardest-hit businesses recover from ongoing economic challenges while also giving consumers more options when it comes to how and where they choose to purchase alcohol.”

Colorado Chamber of Commerce

Loren Furman | President and CEO

Source: cochamber.com

“Proposition 126 benefits our industry by allowing third-party delivery companies to deliver alcohol directly to customers on your behalf, driving additional, much-needed revenue to restaurants and bars after two-plus long years of pandemic operations. In July 2022, we surveyed members to gauge interest in using third-party delivery companies to deliver to-go alcohol, and 75% of respondents said that they would utilize this allowance if it passes in November.”

Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA)

Source: September 15, 2022 email to CRA members

“According to the Colorado Department of Revenue there were 1600 retail liquor stores in 2017 compared to 1592 stores in 2021, meaning the total number has remained largely unchanged despite groceries gaining full-strength beer over that time.”

Colorado Public Radio

Announcement | August 8, 2022

“Proposition 126 will continue the successful cocktails-to-go model piloted during the pandemic, eliminating its expiration. It’s also a great source of revenue for restaurants and provides an opportunity for expanded commerce for retail delivery.”

Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce

Source: cochamber.com

“On behalf of the many rural communities that make up Pro 15, we believe that both 125 and 126 will enhance our local economies. Grocery stores can better serve customers by also having wine with beer, and 126 will allow our neighborhood restaurants and small liquor stores tap into delivery to help grow their businesses. Another key piece is that both measures ensure the safe sale of alcohol to adults and maintain full local control, so our communities can have a say in how alcohol sales happen in their jurisdictions.”

Pro 15

“Proposition 126 outlines requirements for third-party delivery companies, including that they obtain permits, follow safety protocols and maintain liability insurance. Drivers must be 21 or older, complete a certification program and verify the recipient’s age – with identification already uploaded to an app. Drivers also can’t deliver to people who appear intoxicated. … With Proposition 126, restaurants and bars won’t have to send out much-coveted employees on deliveries. … Say “yes” to Proposition 126. Or should we say, “cheers?”

The Durango Herald

Editorial | October 15, 2022

"We are in favor of reducing regulations and opening up the free market as long as the playing field is even. It also will certainly be convenient to have wine on the shelves of grocery stores and to allow third-party delivery companies (think Doordash) to deliver alcohol from liquor stores, grocery stores, bars, and restaurants."

The Denver Post

Source: denverpost.com

“Our decision to endorse Props 125 and 126 in Colorado was one where we balanced the desire to improve our access to economic improvement with our moral obligation to support our community. We want to provide all Coloradans equal opportunity to grow and prosper while ensuring that our communities are not harmed. These proposals, with their built-in safety objectives, would advance that goal.” Prescott added, “Our businesses are still rebounding from the toll COVID-19 took on the economy, and we believe this will provide them the boost they need while ensuring strict safety enforcement.”

NAACP Rocky Mountain State Area Conference

Portia Prescott | President

"Vote yes on Prop 125 and pick up that bottle of cheap white wine at the grocery store when you’re in a hurry... Proposition 126 only perpetuates a service made popular during the pandemic, allowing patrons to purchase “to go” or delivered drinks and alcoholic beverages from restaurants. That’s nothing more than common sense convenience and good business for everyone."

Sentinel Colorado

“Colorado has been long overdue to rethink the way we approach liquor licensing. This is about helping some of our hardest-hit businesses recover from ongoing economic challenges while also giving consumers more options when it comes to how and where they choose to purchase alcohol.”

Colorado Chamber of Commerce

Loren Furman | President and CEO

Source: cochamber.com

“Proposition 126 benefits our industry by allowing third-party delivery companies to deliver alcohol directly to customers on your behalf, driving additional, much-needed revenue to restaurants and bars after two-plus long years of pandemic operations. In July 2022, we surveyed members to gauge interest in using third-party delivery companies to deliver to-go alcohol, and 75% of respondents said that they would utilize this allowance if it passes in November.”

Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA)

Source: September 15, 2022 email to CRA members

“According to the Colorado Department of Revenue there were 1600 retail liquor stores in 2017 compared to 1592 stores in 2021, meaning the total number has remained largely unchanged despite groceries gaining full-strength beer over that time.”

Colorado Public Radio

Announcement | August 8, 2022

“Proposition 126 will continue the successful cocktails-to-go model piloted during the pandemic, eliminating its expiration. It’s also a great source of revenue for restaurants and provides an opportunity for expanded commerce for retail delivery.”

Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce

Source: cochamber.com

“On behalf of the many rural communities that make up Pro 15, we believe that both 125 and 126 will enhance our local economies. Grocery stores can better serve customers by also having wine with beer, and 126 will allow our neighborhood restaurants and small liquor stores tap into delivery to help grow their businesses. Another key piece is that both measures ensure the safe sale of alcohol to adults and maintain full local control, so our communities can have a say in how alcohol sales happen in their jurisdictions.”

Pro 15

“Proposition 126 outlines requirements for third-party delivery companies, including that they obtain permits, follow safety protocols and maintain liability insurance. Drivers must be 21 or older, complete a certification program and verify the recipient’s age – with identification already uploaded to an app. Drivers also can’t deliver to people who appear intoxicated. … With Proposition 126, restaurants and bars won’t have to send out much-coveted employees on deliveries. … Say “yes” to Proposition 126. Or should we say, “cheers?”

The Durango Herald

Editorial | October 15, 2022