DENVER-
A lobbyist whom lawmakers named as the subject of an ethics investigation has been placed on paid leave, the business lobbying group Colorado Concern said Friday.
Democratic Reps. Alice Borodkin of Denver and Nancy Todd of Aurora accused William Mutch, who represents Colorado Concern, of orchestrating calls to constituents that said the lawmakers were sponsoring a bill that would raise taxes on their homes.
Todd said no such bill exists. The calls came as lawmakers were considering a bill that would make it easier for home buyers to get builders to make warranty repairs. Borodkin and Todd said the calls were intended to frighten voters into calling and complaining.
Legislative leaders voted Thursday to launch an ethics investigation of Mutch, who has denied the allegations.
Colorado Concern said Mutch would remain on leave until the matter is resolved.
