Agenda Date: 10/20/2026
Subject:
Title
Resolution 73:2026: Approving the renewal of property/casualty liability insurance coverage through Colorado Intergovernmental Risk Sharing Agency (CIRSA)
Body
From: James L. Becklenberg, City Manager Prepared by: Tracy Hooker, HR Director Presentations: N/A
PURPOSE:
To approve the renewal of property/casual liability insurance with CIRSA.
LONG-TERM OUTCOME(S) SERVED:
High-Quality Governance; Safe Community
DISCUSSION:
The City of Littleton partners with CIRSA for its insurance coverage, management of claims for covered losses, legal representation of certain claims, training and education, risk assessments, risk management, loss control services, and related support. The 2027 renewal reflects an increase from $808,288 in 2026 to $909,340 in 2027 based on auto liability, auto physical damage, public officials’ errors and omissions, and law enforcement liability. The CIRSA contract is competitively priced and consistent with current industry standards.
BACKGROUND:
CIRSA is a member-owned self-insurance pool that is dedicated to providing Colorado municipalities and public entities with property/casual liability coverage including risk management and risk assessment for its members. CIRSA was originally formed by municipalities for the purposes of helping manage costs and liability collectively. The City of Littleton has been a member of CIRSA since 1984. There are currently over 293 municipalities and public entities that are members of CIRSA. By being able to pool resources, members can help manage costs and risks. Annually, in part based on previous years’ claims and costs for services, CIRSA provides new rates or premiums for services. The item before you tonight renews coverage for the 2027 calendar year.
Prior Actions or Discussions
N/A
FISCAL IMPACTS:
The 2027 renewal is in the amount of $909,339.83.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended to continue our membership with CIRSA to provide i...
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