Colorado Ski Country USA

Why have a ski license plate?
Over the past several seasons (and really decades) Coloradoans have expressed their desire to have a skiing/riding license plate, because ultimately we have some of the best skiing and riding in the world. For the past few years (especially since specialty plates have become more popular) we've received hundreds of requests and suggestions for a skiing license plate because skiing and riding are such a large part of the Colorado culture.

What is the process to have a special plate made?
A sponsoring organization (in this case CSCUSA) must submit an application that includes a list of names of individuals interested in a special license plate, in this case a ski license plate, to the Colorado Department of Revenue (DOR). First we must submit the full application of required signatures to the DOR. Once the DOR accepts it or "certifies" the application, then the Colorado General Assembly must pass a bill authorizing the creation of a ski license plate. The actual production and availability of the license plate takes place approximately 8-12 months after the bill is passed.

How many names are needed?
We need to collect at least 3000 signatures to finalize the application. These signatures need to be from individuals with a valid Colorado address that would allow them to legally register a vehicle within the state of Colorado, thereby making them eligible for a Colorado license plate.

Who needs the names?
The application of signatures is submitted to the Colorado Department of Revenue.

What information is needed from people?
The information we must collect is Name, Complete Colorado Address, County of Residence and # of sets of license plates the person would be interested in.

Do I need to be a resident of Colorado to sign this petition?
No, you do not need to be a legal resident of Colorado to sign the petition. You are required to have a legal residence (like a condo or 2nd home) in Colorado for which you could register a vehicle in your name for that address.

Do I need to be a registered voter in Colorado to sign this petition?
No, you do not need to be a registered voter in the state of Colorado. You are only required to have a legal residence in Colorado for which you could register a vehicle in your name at that address.

What does putting my name on the list mean exactly?
By submitting your name to the signature application, you are signing up to support a ski license plate. In essence, you are asking the Department of Revenue for a specialty skiing & snowboarding license plate to be made available. By submitting your name and address, you are expressing an interest in such a plate and are requesting that the Department create such a plate. You are NOT making a commitment to buy a plate, only showing interest.

Can I add my name electronically?
Yes. For signatures collected electronically, the Department of Revenue will need to be able to "validate" the process to ensure names are not just being pulled from a phone book. To show proof of this process we are requiring an email address for each individual person signing this petition. This email will be kept on file for validation purposes and will not be resold to other entities. If you would like to sign-up for our newsletters or eSnow reports you will have an opportunity to do so at the end of the petition process or you can do so from our main page here.

Can I add my name in person on paper?
We apologize, but at the moment we are only taking signatures electronically.

What will the plate look like?
The prototype plate shown on the main page may not look like the final plate. It is simply the design to be submitted along with the signatures.

Who designs the final plate?
The DOR retains discretion with regard to the plate design.

How much will the license plate cost?
There will be a one-time extra charge for the ski plate, on top of the normal vehicle registration fee. Currently the extra charge for specialty plates is $50.00.

Where do the proceeds from the extra cost go?
This plate does not raise money for a charity - there is a different process for obtaining such a plate (such as greyhound rescue, breast cancer, etc.). With those plates, you make a donation to the charity, take your receipt from the charitable donation to the state and then qualify to buy the special plate. The additional charge for the ski plate or other special license plates goes to the Highway Users Trust Fund and the Licenses Services Cash Fund at the state.

When will the plate be available?
The plate may be available as early as 2009.

If you have any other questions not covered here please feel free to email us at LicensePlate@coloradoski.com