The Pueblo County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Work Session on January 2, 2025, featured a significant proposal to honor Carrie Clyde Holly, a pioneering figure in Colorado's political history. Victoria Markinson, representing the Women's Suffrage Centennial Group, presented the group's efforts to celebrate Holly's legacy, highlighting her achievements as the first woman attorney in Pueblo and the first woman elected to the Colorado state legislature.

Markinson noted the challenges the group has faced in raising funds for a statue dedicated to Holly, citing increased costs that have made the project financially unfeasible. Instead, the group proposed naming the Pueblo County Elections Department after Holly, which they believe would provide a meaningful public recognition of her contributions to women's suffrage and local governance.

The proposal includes displaying a commissioned portrait of Holly, along with historical memorabilia related to her life and work. Markinson emphasized the importance of educating the public about Holly's role in advancing women's rights and her impact on the community.

Commissioners expressed support for the initiative, with discussions about the logistics of displaying the portrait and other artifacts in a prominent location within the elections building. They acknowledged the significance of Holly's legacy and the need to honor her contributions to Pueblo and Colorado.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to further discussions with the clerk and recorder's office to finalize the proposal and ensure that Holly's achievements are recognized in a way that educates and inspires future generations.