Publications & News

• Gov. Polis, Mayor Johnston headline CML Board meeting
• Policy Committee supports initiating legislation on traffic cameras, background checks
• Model EV charger opt-out resolution
• Member Spotlight: Pagosa Springs named Main Street Community of the Year
• Legal Corner: Supreme Court decision raises questions about executive session practices
• Research Corner: Off-year elections

• Legal Corner: Constitutional liability for federal versus state and local officials
• Model graywater ordinance
• Colorado Municipalities magazine highlights human resources
• November election preview
• Research Corner: Elections by-the-numbers
• Submit your session proposals for the 2026 Annual Conference

Human resources professionals play a key role in local governments. HR departments serve as a bridge between employees and management — helping municipalities be productive while keeping workers empowered and engaged. The October issue of Colorado Municipalities explores this rapidly evolving profession and highlights the people who practice it on behalf of cities and towns. Articles in this issue focus on emerging issues such as legal considerations when using artificial intelligence in hiring, high-level conflict management, burnout, generational gaps in the workforce, and municipal child care programs.