Publications & News
CML Research Publications
CML publishes a wealth of information throughout the year. Below are some of our most popular publications.
Communications Toolkit for Municipalities
Are you a public information officer for your municipality and serve as a team of one? Or does your municipality have no staff member designated to do communications? CML has created a turnkey communications toolkit for you! Contact Kristin Kemp, CML engagement and communications manager, to schedule a 1:1 meeting to discuss how you can put into action this toolkit at your municipality.
View/download the toolkit as a PDF. Or go to our members-only portion of the website to download a usable word document version so that you can reformat the toolkit and rebrand it to suit your municipality!
In This Section
- New issue of Colorado Municipalities magazine
- 2026 fall ballot initiatives
- Livestreaming court: Legislative mandates, court-ordered pauses, and what comes next
- Research Corner: Turning out the vote
- Statewide ballot measures impacting municipalities
- Communications toolkit available for CML members
- Legal Corner: CORA in the age of AI
- Research Corner: A peek behind the CML research curtain
Have questions about AI? Wondering how data centers fit into you your community’s strategic plan? Colorado Municipalities magazine has your back. The theme of our October 2026 issue is “AI & Technology in Municipal Government.” The magazine features articles on deploying AI tools in municipal government, AI in the workplace through the lens of the Simpsons, and Colorado state government’s ongoing data center debates. We’ve also got stories on municipal GIS, automated speed enforcement, and the art of in-person engagement — which, in our increasingly digital world, is more important than ever.
The work of a local government official can be a lot like a conversation. Sometimes you speak; sometimes you listen. The July issue of Colorado Municipalities is full of great ideas to hone your skills at both. Articles in our “Engagement & Communication” issue cover social media strategy, municipal podcasts, language access, digital engagement, and the importance of building relationships before times of crisis. The issue also features CML’s Annual Report and a recap of our Annual Conference — where we enjoyed countless productive conversations with our members!
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TABOR: A Guide to the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights - PDF
This update is a product of careful consideration and multiple revisions, resulting in a guide that is the most up-to-date information on TABOR.
HUTF Estimates
CML has prepared the Highway User Tax Fund (HUTF) estimates to assist you with modifying your current 2025 budget and in developing your 2026 budget.
2025 and 2026 HUTF Estimates for Cities