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Council adopts positions on three state bills: supports two, opposes one
Summary
Council voted to support HB25-1044 (local fee authority for vulnerable road-user safety) and HB25-1077 (backflow licensure correction) and to oppose SB25-30 (unfunded statewide mode‑choice mandate). One vote on HB25-1044 recorded 6–1 (Council member Crist opposed); other items passed unanimously.
On Feb. 4, 2025 the Longmont City Council recorded official positions on three forthcoming state bills.
The council voted to support House Bill 25‑1044, which would authorize local governments to generate additional fee‑based funding for local vulnerable road‑user protection strategies; the motion recorded a 6–1 vote with Council member Crist voting in opposition. Staff recommended support because the bill would provide a local funding tool that aligns with the council’s Vision Zero and active‑transportation priorities.
Council also voted to support House Bill 25‑1077, a sponsor‑led correction to a 2024 plumbing bill that addressed backflow‑prevention device licensing. Staff said HB25‑1077 removes an unintended barrier created by last year’s law and would reduce inspection and repair backlogs; council adopted a support position unanimously.
Finally, the council voted to oppose Senate Bill 25‑30, which would require statewide mode‑choice assessments and related planning for emissions reduction. Staff recommended opposition, describing the measure as an unfunded and unclear mandate that places substantial administrative burdens on municipalities. Council voted to oppose SB25‑30 unanimously.
Why it matters: The positions will guide city advocacy with state legislators during the 2025 session and reflect the council’s priorities on transportation safety funding, practical regulatory fixes and concern about unfunded state mandates.
What’s next: Staff will transmit the council’s positions to the city’s legislative contacts and the sponsoring legislators.
