Title
Resolution adopting the city's 2014 state legislative agenda
Body
Summary and Background Information:
The purpose of the city's 2014 policy statement is to formalize city positions on legislation expected to be considered by the Colorado General Assembly. The city offers the policy statement as a guideline to legislators for reference when considering legislation impacting the City of Commerce City. Strategic, targeted, and/or abbreviated versions of the information contained in this document will also be created throughout the year for use in further legislative communications.
The policy statement was developed in advance of the convening of the 2014 Colorado General Assembly. Consequently, it does not address state legislation by bill number. Instead it describes the underlying interest the city has on specific issues, providing clear direction and a framework for staff to develop positions on key legislative issues of impact to the City of Commerce City. Once approved by the city council, this document will serve as a guide for establishing a position on issues of importance that requires quick action once the legislative session begins. Council may revisit the city's legislative priorities, as a body or through its legislative subcommittee.
Staff Responsible (Department Head): M. Halstead
Staff Member Presenting: M. Halstead
Financial Impact: $0
Funding Source: N/A
Staff Recommendation:
Approve 2014 policy statement as presented.
Suggested Motion:
I move to approve resolution 2013-75.