We give a recap of the annual meeting, talk about the Pueblo mayoral debates and give our thoughts on Prop HH and Prop II. Learn more: https://www.action22.org Email us at: [email protected] Action 22 does not endorse candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22.

Sara and Brian discuss the state of leadership in our local communities and give us a preview of the 2023 Action 22 Annual Meeting and Expo happening this Thursday and Friday, October 5th and 6th, at the UCCS Cybersecurity Building. Get your Tickets at: https://www.action22.org Email us at: [email protected] Action 22 does not endorse candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22.

Representative Ty Winter joins us to talk about his experiences at the Colorado State Legislature representing rural Colorado. We talk about the issues, solutions and the state of things. Learn more at: https://www.tyhd47.com Action 22 does not endorse candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Visit us at: www.action22.org

*Listener Discretion Advised* Tommy Fergerson of Clasp Life joins Brian on the week of September 11th to talk about veterans, healing from trauma, suicide and living life to the fullest after experiencing tradgedy. Tommy is a A USAF veteran and famously known as the 1 Arm Skydiver. To learn more or support his mission, visit: www.clasplife.org If you are interested in the Action 22 Annual Meeting/Expo: www.action22.org Or email us at: [email protected] The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22.

Randy Thurston joins us to speak about his candidacy for Pueblo mayor, why he's running and what issues matter most to Pueblo. Watch his video here: https://fb.watch/mS_aXLS9Go/ Learn more at: https://www.mayorrandy.com Action 22 does not endorse candidates during an election season. All members of Action 22 currently running for office have an open invitation to appear on Making Action Happen to discuss the issues and policies of their candidacy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Visit us at: www.action22.org

Mike Beasley joins us to give his thoughts of what to expect this upcoming legislative session in Colorado and what is currently happening right now. We announce the Action 22 Annual Meeting and Expo, taking place on October 5th and 6th, and officially launch the Making Action Happen Patreon. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Go to www.action22.org to learn more about our annual meeting. Help us out and subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MakingActionHappen

We present the bills and legislative ideas that came from our inaugural Leadership, Policy and Governance Academy. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Visit us at: www.action22.org

Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young returns to the show to give us an update on the Colorado Secure Savings Program, The Great Colorado Payback and answers questions from our listeners. Learn more at: www.treasury.colorado.gov The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Visit us at: www.action22.org

Sara and Brian talk about the Action 22 Leadership, Policy and Governance Academy Graduation, expanding the podcast and what's happening with broadband as it relates to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Visit us at: www.action22.org

We sit down with members of the Action 22 Broadband Committee to discuss the current state of broadband, current and future projects and how the massive amount of funding will be accessed from both a state and federal perspective. The views and opinions expressed on Making Action Happen are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Action 22. Email us at: [email protected] Visit us at: www.action22.org