The Division of Local Government (DLG), within the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, serves municipalities, counties and special districts in Colorado as well as state agencies, businesses, non-profit organizations and residents at large. The 2012 Customer Satisfaction Survey provided customers the opportunity to rate their familiarity with and use of the range of DLG's services, as well as the quality of customer service and the services themselves....

Colorado's cities and towns face some of the most restrictive constitutional limits on spending and taxing found in the nation. First, the Gallagher amendment has eroded municipal property tax bases by reducing the residential assessment ratio. In addition the TABOR amendment imposed revenue and spending limits. The impacts of both these amendments, working together and separately have changed municipal governance significantly.

The Division of Local Government has computerized data of local government finances to allow simple access for time-series or cross-sectional analysis by people with an interest in local government financial data. Financial and auxiliary data are available for all counties and incorporated municipalities in Colorado. Figures for all municipalities and counties are normally updated about fifteen months after the end of the calendar year. Volumes ...

Police officers share their experiences while protecting, serving, and defending people and communities, showcasing the courage, anger, and joy that can be found. Police officers risk their lives every day to protect and serve our homes, families and communities. Here is “a notable collection of heartfelt stories from the front line told with honesty and compassion” (Kirkus). Protect These men and women are our eyes. Our ears. Our protectors....