Legislative Workshop
February 20, 2025
History Colorado, 1200 Broadway | In-person in Denver | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Navigating 2025 and Beyond!
Join us for a day-long deep dive into key municipal issues, the 2025 legislative landscape, and the latest updates on federal developments and data-driven advocacy. This year, we’re excited to introduce a new element—a guided tour of the Colorado Capitol, offering a firsthand look at the legislative process and an inside perspective on the work of our lobbyists.
Why It Matters
Attending the CML Legislative Workshop is essential for municipal leaders who want to stay ahead of policy changes, influence decision-making, and build strong advocacy networks.
Take the Next Step
Join us for the 2025 Legislative Workshop
Register by February 13
- $149 for CML municipal/associate members
- $249 for nonmembers
If you need lodging, these hotels offer a special rate for CML:
- The Warwick Denver Hotel, 1776 Grant St. (approximately two blocks north of the capitol and six blocks from CML).
Rate: $150/night Call reservations and mention the Colorado Municipal League 303-861-2000. - The ART Hotel (1201 Broadway).
Rate:$194/night. Please call 303-572-8000 to make a reservation or you can book online.
Please contact Karen Rosen at krosen@cml.org if you would like the booking link for the ART.
Agenda
| TIME | ACTIVITY | |
| 8:30 a.m. | Registration & Breakfast at History Colorado For those planning to attend the tour at the Colorado State Capitol | |
| 8:45 a.m. | Walk to the Colorado State Capitol | |
| 9 a.m. | Welcome at Colorado State Capitol Overview of best practices in advocacy Tours of the state capitol Spend some time in our lobbyist’s shoes | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Registration at History Colorado for those not attending tour at Colorado State Capitol | |
| 10:45 a.m. | Return to History Colorado | |
| 11 a.m. | 2025 General Assembly: Legislation & Issues Affecting Municipalities CML advocacy team: Heather Stauffer, Elizabeth Haskell, Jeremy Schupbach, and Beverly Stables | |
| 12:15 p.m. | Networking Lunch | |
| 1 p.m. | Developing Your Advocacy Toolbox Hear from knowledgeable experts at the state and federal levels as they share strategies for making your voice heard by legislators. Learn tips and tricks for how to communicate effectively, craft compelling messages, and navigate the legislative process to maximize your impact. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or just getting started, this session will equip you with practical tools to ensure policymakers listen - and take action. Kevin Bommer, executive director, CML, Irma Esparza Diggs, senior executive and director federal advocacy, National League of Cities and Todd Barnes, communications director, City of Thornton | |
| 2 p.m. | Emerging Issues - Criminal Justice Legislation This dynamic panel offers insights into the municipal implications of 2025 criminal justice legislation and on how you can effectively communicate the impact of these criminal justice bills to your community.Chris Howes, executive director, Colorado Retail Council; Judge Kurtz, presiding judge, City of Arvada; Liz Rogers, intergovernmental relations manager, City of Aurora and Chief Adam Turk, chief of police, City of Greeley | |
| 3 p.m. | Break | |
| 3:15 p.m. | Federal Advocacy: Report from Washington D.C. Irma Esparza Diggs, senior executive and director federal advocacy, NationalLeague of Cities | |
| 4:30 p.m. | CML Legislative Workshop Reception History Colorado in the Lanny & Sharon Martin Foundation Room, 4th Floor |