White House
A poet of paradise, Jimmy Buffett was an American music icon who inspired generations to step back and find the joy in life and in one another. His witty, wistful songs celebrate a uniquely American cast of characters and seaside folkways, weaving together an unforgettable musical mix of country, folk, rock, pop, and calypso into something uniquely his own. We had the honor to meet and get to know Jimmy over the years, and he was in life as he was performing on stage – full of goodwill and joy, using his gift to bring people together.
Colorado Governor
Governor Polis Releases Statement on Absurd Potential IRS Decision: “This absurd potential action from the IRS would cost Coloradans money and confuse people, and I call on the Biden administration to reverse course. The IRS is proposing going back on thirty years of not treating TABOR refunds as taxable income. Our administration strongly disagrees with the IRS guidance as it fails to factor in that TABOR refunds are returning sales tax dollars in addition to income tax dollars and fees that our citizens have already paid and therefore are an entirely legitimate tax refund and should not be subject to further state or federal taxation,” said Governor Polis.
Denver Mayor
Mayor Mike Johnston announced the appointment of two Deputy Chief Operating Officers, Gretchen Hollrah and Molly Urbina. Gretchen and Molly will work under Janel Forde, who was recently named Chief Operating Officer for the City and County of Denver. They will coordinate and support departments across the city by facilitating regular and effective cross-department collaboration to deliver on Mayor Johnston’s agenda.