Robin Kniech

Other accomplishments include expanding local food access, increasing energy efficiency in commercial buildings through energy scoring requirements and transparency, and updating Denver’s regulations governing the marijuana industry. Councilwoman Kniech was also successful in collaborating with the labor community and the Mayor's office to establish a $15 minimum wage for city employees and contractors, supporting thousands of working families in the metro area.  The Councilwoman was active in regional transportation and mobility efforts for her first two terms have led and supported efforts to expand transparency and civic participation in government and leads the Council's workgroup on Housing and Homelessness. Councilwoman Kniech was recognized by the Women’s Chamber of Commerce as one of the 25 Most Powerful Women of 2016, by the Gay and Lesbian Chamber as 2014 Professional Woman of the Year, and was 2012 Lawmaker of the Year for the Denver’s Women’s Commission/Women’s Chamber. She is the first out member of the LGBT community to serve on the City Council, and she is the mom of a young son.

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