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Publications
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Tips for enhancing professionalism during virtual meetings
This publication offers tips and suggestions to local government elected officials and staff to help ensure that virtual public meetings maintain the same formality, efficiency, and professionalism as an in-person meeting.
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Urban Renewal
Urban renewal is one of the most important tools cities and towns in Colorado have for revitalization, redevelopment, and economic development. This reference guide provides a clear explanation of the law and other topics related to urban renewal, including an overview of tax increment finance and a brief chapter on downtown development authorities.
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Urban Renewal - PDF
Urban renewal is one of the most important tools cities and towns in Colorado have for revitalization, redevelopment, and economic development. This reference guide provides a clear explanation of the law and other topics related to urban renewal, including an overview of tax increment financing adn a brief chapter on downtown development authorities.
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Municipal Taxes and Fees
The primary sources of municipal revenue are sales and use taxes, and property tax. Fees are charges imposed for the purpose of defraying the cost of a particular government service. This booklet addresses how taxes and fees work, how to institute a new tax or fee, and legal limitations. (2018)
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TABOR: A Guide to the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights
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.
Sample Documents
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Regulation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, aka Drones (Telluride)
May 11, 2017An ordinance regulating the use of unmanned aircraft systems (also known as drones) by the Town of Telluride.
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A Resolution Establishing a Community Relations Commission and Defining Its Purpose (City of Durango)
January 16, 2017A resolution establishing a community relations commission (2012).
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Template (Word): Legislative Intent for Standard Definitions Project
December 7, 2016
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Permit application and evaluation - Georgetown
October 24, 2016The short-term rental permit application for the Town of Georgetown, as well as a form for the permit administrator to outline findings and decision.
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Short term rental - Georgetown
October 24, 2016An ordinance from the Town of Georgetown regarding short-term rentals.
Articles
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CML August 23 Newsletter
August 20, 2024In this issue:
- Plan now to attend CML Fall District Meetings
- How cities and towns are protecting residents from extreme heat
- Research Corner: Mayors across U.S. prioritize economic development, infrastructure
- Legal Corner: “Natural medicine” rules leave broad room for local regulation
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CML August 9 Newsletter
August 6, 2024In this issue:
- CML assembles Policy Committee for next legislative session
- Erie breaks ground on affordable housing community
- Research Corner: Draft population estimates released
- Legal Corner: Navigating land use issues involving religion
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Colorado Municipalities — Accessibility
July 31, 2024From digital platforms to public meetings, and from public transportation to our natural spaces, the October issue of Colorado Municipalities dives deep into how local governments are addressing the needs of their communities to make them more accessible for everyone. Explore the innovative strategies and solutions shaping a more inclusive future for residents and visitors alike. -
CML July 26 Newsletter
July 23, 2024In this issue:
- CML expands Effective Governance workshops
- Plumbing Board adopts temporary enforcement policy
- Research Corner: Federal infrastructure funds awarded to municipalities
- Legal Corner: What does the Loper Bright ruling mean for Colorado?
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CML July 12 Newsletter
July 9, 2024In this issue:
- Colorado Municipal League’s Annual Report
- Community Violence Intervention
- Research Corner: Municipalities rated for wildfire risk
- Legal Corner: Camping bans following City of Grants Pass v. Johnson
Advocacies
Resources
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CDOT Off-System Bridge Program
August 26, 2024The webinar features Natasha Butler from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). She provides an overview of the Off-System Bridge Program, explains the application and funding allocation process, and shares best practices for completing your application. The Off-System Bridge Program provides CDOT funding to municipal-owned bridges for repair or replacement. Hosted with CCI.
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CML Supports SB24-174
March 5, 2024
SB24-174 Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance uses state support to focus local government planning efforts on housing, with an emphasis on improving affordability and avoiding displacement, while providing flexibility to develop community based strategies for growth. Under the bill, local governments of a certain size will conduct housing needs assessments every six years, with the option to participate in a regional assessment.
The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) will establish methodologies to create a baseline for the assessments and conduct a statewide assessment. Local governments will create housing action plans to meaningfully plan for housing needs, recommend legislative actions for adoption by locally elected leaders, promote regional coordination, and engage the public on efforts to address housing needs in the municipality’s jurisdiction. The bill updates county and municipal master plan standards to consider certain growth-related information sources and include water and strategic growth elements. The bill limits the power of new restrictive covenants to prohibit accessory dwelling units and more dense housing types where permitted by local zoning.
CML respectfully requests your support.
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2023-2024 Election Webinar Series: Ballot Order, Mail Ballot Signature Verification, and Canceling an Election
February 28, 2024This webinar is part of CML's 2023-2024 Election Webinar Series for clerks. During this webinar you will learn about ballot order, circumstances that must exist for a municipal election to be canceled, canceling an election, determining terms in the event of vacancies, and procedures for verifying mail ballot signature verification. While especially intended for clerks whose municipalities will be having elections in spring 2024, all clerks are welcome to participate.
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CML Opposes HB24-1313 Unless Amended
February 22, 2024
House Bill 24-1313 Housing in Transit-Oriented Communities mandates rezoning of certain areas around rail and bus transit corridors by local governments within Metropolitan Planning Organizations. Colorado Municipal League, in partnership with other local government associations, is seeking amendments to remove punitive language that allows the state to withhold vital HUTF funding from local communities and removes local elected officials’ ability to make decisions for their communities.
Your partnership is respectfully requested to oppose the bill unless it is amended.
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The Ins and Outs of Digital Accessibility
February 15, 2024
By now, everyone in the digital world know that websites should be accessible to all users, but do you actually understand what makes a site truly accessible? Digital accessibility is more than just adding alternative text, relying on your developer to make the right decisions, or catering to just one disability or impairment. In this webinar, led by Aten Design Group's in-house, IAAP-certified web accessibility expert, you will learn the ins and outs of digital accessibility.
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