Petition to Recall and Demand the Election of a Successor

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Petition to recall Tim Caves from the office of Trustee

 

General statement of grounds for recall:

Tim Caves has consistently failed to provide fair, transparent, and responsible leadership expected of Palmer Lake Trustees,
disregarding the community’s interests and rights.

 

• He repeatedly voted against moving meetings to larger venues, limiting public access and participation—actions that

undermine due process and First and Fourteenth Amendment protections. Caves also refused to condemn unethical behavior
by past officials, including collusion involving former Mayor Glant Havenar and Buc-ee’s, signaling tolerance for
misconduct.

• Caves ignored the Palmer Lake Master Plan, particularly regarding Buc-ee’s proposed development, and demonstrated a

disregard for the area’s natural resources, the dark skies ordinance, and community character.

• He further eroded public trust through reported abusive behavior, including yelling profanity and “flipping off” a constituent,

calling her “stupid,” telling her to watch what she says on the mic — a textbook display of intimidation.

• At the October 2 Board meeting, Caves voted to block public comment entirely, silencing residents on matters of significant

concern. He also voted for the use of an ordinance that had not been formally adopted, showing a troubling lack of respect for
legal process and transparency.

For these reasons, Tim Caves has failed to meet the standards of ethical governance and should be recalled from office.

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