On April 16th, Golf Day at the Capitol, spearheaded by the Colorado Golf Coalition and Coalition lobbyist Jennifer Cassell of Bowditch & Cassell Public Affairs, was a resounding success. This annual event, hosted at the Colorado State Capitol, fosters engagement with legislators before their session and acknowledges their support for the state’s golf industry. After a hearty breakfast, the Colorado Golf Coalition received commendation during the Senate session for the industry’s invaluable contributions.
The Colorado Golf Coalition comprises key organizations including the Colorado Golf Association, Colorado Section of the PGA, Golf Course Superintendents Association of America – Rocky Mountain Chapter, and Club Management Association of America – Mile High Chapter. During their engagement with legislators, the coalition presented a report detailing the economic and environmental significance of golf within Colorado.
The Colorado Golf Association (CGA) staff received special recognition in the Senate Chamber, where representatives adorned with CGA hats passionately spoke about Golf Day at the Capitol.
Below is a list of representatives and senators who attended Golf Day at the Capitol:
- Colorado State Senator: Janet Buckner
- Colorado State Senator: Lisa Cutter
- Colorado State Senator: Lisa Liston
- Colorado State Senator: Kyle Mullica
- Colorado State Senator: Rachel Zenzinger
- Colorado State Representative: Ryan Armagost
- Colorado State Representative: Scott Bottoms
- Colorado State Representative: Rhonda Fields
- Colorado State Representative: Lisa Frizell
- Colorado State Representative: Meg Froelich
- Colorado State Representative: Anthony Hartsook
- Colorado State Representative: Sheila Lieder
- Colorado State Representative: Karen McCormick
- Colorado State Representative: Manny Rutinel
- Colorado State Representative: Ty Winter
The Colorado Golf Coalition extends its gratitude to the legislators for their participation of Golf Day at the Capitol and for delving into the economic and environmental significance of golf within the state. Read the results of the report at www.coloradogolfimpact.org.