The Baghdad-Denver Region Connection

DRCOG has had a close relationship with Baghdad since 2003. Former Glendale Mayor and DRCOG Board Member Joe Rice was called to active duty and served as an adviser to the Baghdad Councils during their initial development in 2003 and early 2004. Former Clear Creek County Commissioner and former DRCOG Board Member Peter Kenney also spent time in Iraq advising Baghdad's local government officials. During this time, the principles of DRCOG, and materials provided by the Colorado Municipal League and metro area local governments, were frequently consulted as Baghdad's new local government officials developed their own system of democratic government.