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  • CML accepting board applications for 2012-13
    Letters of application are being accepted to fill 13 positions on the CML Executive Board. Municipal officials wishing to be considered for one of these positions should adhere to the instructions below. Members whose names are placed on the ...
    Top story: Federal issues affecting muncipal interests
    Federal issues of municipal interest include transportation, tax policy, and emergency management grants.
    Top story: New laws affect Colorado municipalities
    The second regular session of the 68th General Assembly adjourned sine die very late on May 9, and a few new laws have been or will soon be enacted that have an immediate impact on the interests of municipalities. Short summaries ...
  • Alcohol testing instrumentation replacement project update
    The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), which operates the state's Evidential Breath Alcohol Testing (EBAT) program, initiated a project to replace the current EBAT instrumentation used at Colorado law enforcement agencies for ...
    CNG vehicle initiative moves forward
    A dozen states have signed on to Gov. John Hickenlooper’s natural gas (CNG) vehicle initiative. Purchasing officials from 13 states attended a forum in Denver May 9 that outlined their strategy for cooperating in developing a joint purchasing plan ...
    Conservation Trust Fund e-filing portal now available
    The new system for entering Conservation Trust Fund (CTF) reports, the "e-Filing Portal," is now available; the paper form will no longer be posted as a printable document ...
    Court briefs (May 2012)
    Court briefs on qualified immunity and campaign finance disclosure requirements.
    DOLA adds to Community Development Office
    The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Division of Local Government (DLG) has announced that Stephanie Troller will be joining the Community Development Office team as the new community and economic development specialist and ...
    Grants available (May 2012)
    Grants are available for water training and graffiti prevention.
    U.S. Department of Transportation reduces burden on local governments
    U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced the Obama Administration is eliminating 46 regulations on traffic signs to provide more flexibility for state and local governments, including allowing communities to replace traffic signs when ...
    Water funds available
    Funds for small hydropower, water, and wastewater projects are available.

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  • In memory: Bruce Schmalz
    The League is saddened to report the passing of former Central City Mayor Bruce Schmalz. "Bruce was a wonderful person and a big supporter of CML. I remember Bruce asking me to attend one of the first meetings up in Central City where casino gambling was initially discussed. Bruce was instrumental in moving that proposal forward onto the ballot," stated Sam Mamet, CML executive director.

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