Aurora says yes, Westminster says no to allowing guns in city buildings

About a dozen counties, cities and towns across the state have opted out of the law, which took effect July 1.

A man pushes a stroller with a child down Broadway in Boulder with a rifle on his back on April 21 during a rally for gun rights. Westminster and Aurora took different directions this week on whether to permit firearms in municipal buildings.

Those against allowing firearms in city halls, like Westminster Councilman Obi Ezeadi, fear that guns may introduce new “variables” that could turn deadly in spaces — such as council chambers — that can feature heated debates over controversial issues.

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