Join us in Denver on Thursday, November 5 for an engaging discussion on how Colorado water providers can balance affordability, financial sustainability, and growth to build resilient water systems for the future.
Water utilities across Colorado are facing a growing financial challenge: the cost of providing reliable water service is rising at the same time that conservation, affordability concerns, and changing demand patterns are putting pressure on traditional revenue models. These trends are driving higher rates and fees for customers, creating challenges for housing affordability and development, and forcing utilities to rethink how they plan and pay for future water needs.
This annual WestWater Forum will bring together leaders from the utility finance, consulting, and research communities for a candid discussion about the changing economics of water service in Colorado. The conversation will explore what rising water costs mean for customers and communities, how utilities are navigating revenue and affordability pressures, and why integrating financial planning with long-term water supply and infrastructure planning is becoming increasingly important.
Panelists
- Angela Bricmont, CFO, Denver Water
- Sean Chambers, Director, Greeley Water & Sewer
- Chris Goemans, Associate Professor, Dept. of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Colorado State University
Moderator
- Ben Stewart, California Regional Director, WestWater Research
Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 4:00-7:00 PM
The Crawford Hotel Webb Gallery, 1701 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80202
Agenda
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Networking & cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | Panel discussion
5:45 PM – 7:00 PM | More networking
