Mayors' Summit
Thursday & Friday, January 15 & 16, 2026
1144 N. Sherman St., | Denver
Workshop: January 15 (2-5 p.m.) & January 16 (9 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.)
Dinner & Rodeo at the National Western Stock Show: January 15, starts at 5 p.m.
This event has SOLD OUT.
Leading the Way: Empowering Colorado's Mayors
The role of a mayor is as dynamic as it is critical, requiring a balance of leadership, governance, and community engagement. As the chief executives of their municipalities, Colorado’s mayors face unique challenges that demand strategic thinking, adaptability, and collaboration. The Colorado Municipal League (CML) is here to support you in this essential role.
CML Mayors' Summit
Presented exclusively for Colorado mayors, the Mayors' Summit is a 1 1/2-day workshop designed to provide targeted insights, practical tools, and meaningful connections. This gathering addresses key aspects of municipal leadership, helping mayors lead with confidence and collaborate effectively with their councils, staff, and communities. Whether you are newly elected or a seasoned leader, the summit offers valuable resources and updates tailored to the needs of today’s mayors.
Why It Matters
Mayors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their municipalities. Every decision and interaction has the potential to influence community trust, services, and growth. This summit provides a unique opportunity for mayors to sharpen their leadership skills, address common challenges, and gain valuable insights from peers across Colorado.
Take the Next Step
Gain the tools and knowledge to lead your municipality with purpose and vision. Together, we can continue building strong, vibrant communities across Colorado.
Accommodations
CML has negotiated special rates at local hotels if you are coming from outside the metro area.
- Booking Link for the ART Hotel
- Colorado Municipal League Booking Link for the Populus Hotel
- Visit Warwick Hotel, select the dates and under "code type", select corporate code and enter: COML
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Mayors' Summit Workshop Agenda
(Tentative, subject to change)
Thursday, January 15, 2026 in Denver
| TIME | SESSION |
| 2 p.m. | Registration Arrive, chat with other attendees, and settle in to learn |
| 2:30 p.m. | Welcome Kevin Bommer, CML executive director |
| 3 p.m. | Strategic Planning John Trylich, Fountain |
| 4 p.m. | Planning the State of Your City/Town Address Jason Gray, mayor Castle Rock; Dave Frank, mayor Montrose |
| 5 p.m. | Reception/Dinner & Stock Show at the National Western Stock Show |
Friday, January 16, 2026 in Denver
| TIME | SESSION |
| 9 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Grab a bite, chat with other attendees, and settle in |
| 9:30 a.m. | Todd Barnes, Communications Director, City of Thornton, CML Section Chair PIO |
| 10:45 a.m. | Whose Mess Is This Anyway: Five Scenarios Tami Tanoue, Executive Director and Sam Light, Deputy Executive Director/General Counsel, CIRSA |
| 11:45 a.m. | Networking Lunch Activity |
| 12:30 p.m | Open Meetings 2.0 Robert Sheesley, CML General Counsel |
| 1:45 p.m. | Navigating the Mayor/Manager Dynamic: Leadership in Action Seth Hoffman, City Manager, Lone Tree, CML Board President; Marissa Harmon, Mayor Lone Tree |
| 2:45 p.m. | Workshop Debrief & Wrap-up Denise White, CML Engagement & Communication Manager |