Colorado § 31-4-109 - Compensation and fees of officers.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 31-4-109 — Compensation and fees of officers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-4-109. Compensation and fees of officers.
The mayor shall receive such compensation for his services as the city council, prior to his election, may fix as provided in this section. The city council, at least as early as the last monthly meeting before such regular municipal election, shall fix by ordinance the compensation and fees of members of the city council, including the compensation of the mayor and councilmen, for the period for which they will be elected or appointed if any change in said compensation is desirable. The city council shall neither increase nor diminish the compensation of any councilman or mayor during his term of office. Each person appointed to fill a vacancy in the office of mayor or councilman shall receive the same compensation as was established for the office when the vacancy occurred. All other officers of the city, together with all other employees of the city, shall receive such compensation as the city council may fix from time to time by ordinance or as may be established in a pay plan adopted by ordinance. The city council may from time to time contract for professional services and for such services pay such fees and charges as may be agreed upon.
Source: L. 75: Entire title R&RE, p. 1026, § 1, effective July 1.
Editor's note: This section is similar to former § 31-3-102 as it existed prior to 1975.
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 31-4-109
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 31-4-109 cover?
Section 31-4-109 ("Compensation and fees of officers.") is part of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Colorado. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Colorado § 31-4-109?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 31-4-109" (Colorado). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Colorado law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Colorado official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Colorado attorney.
How does Colorado § 31-4-109 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Colorado can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Colorado.