City of Aspen v Colorado Union of Taxpayers

Issues in this case concern whether a bag fee charged by the City of Aspen is a disguised tax intended to influence consumer behavior and if the TABOR standard of review in deciding whether the levy of a charge without voter approval violates the constitution.

CML submitted an amicus brief in the case regarding the importance of distinguishing taxes and fees for municipalities.

The case and the brief are available for download below.