A resolution recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, a pioneering county clerk who, in 1975, advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married.

This resolution honors Clela Rorex , a pioneering county clerk who significantly advanced civil rights for all couples seeking marriage. In 1975, as Boulder County Clerk and Recorder, she issued the first marriage license to a same-sex couple in the United States after determining Colorado law did not specifically prohibit it. This groundbreaking action occurred 40 years before same-sex marriage was legalized nationwide, establishing her as a national civil rights leader. Despite facing death threats and widespread condemnation, Rorex continued her advocacy for the LGBTQ community for decades. The resolution specifically recognizes her contributions, the respect and bravery she demonstrated, and the courage she exhibited in the face of adversity. It further designates March 26, 2025, as "Clela Rorex Day" to commemorate her legacy.