MILITARY AFFAIRS

STRENGTHENING OUR MILITARY AND DEFENSE COMMUNITY THROUGH ORGANIZATION, SUPPORT, AND ADVOCACY

FOCUS AREAS

Quality of Life

Quality of Mission

Advancing operational readiness through strategic partnerships and advocacy. Pictured above is the Future of Buckley Task Force, bringing together Congressman Jason Crow, Senator John Hickenlooper, Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera, Lt Gen Laura Clellan, base leadership, city officials, and our Director of Military Affairs. This collaborative effort ensures unified support for Buckley’s evolving missions and long-term strategic relevance.

Education Advancement

Promoting educational access and opportunity for service members and their families. Pictured above is the celebration following the passage of Colorado’s Purple Star School legislation—led by then-State Senator Rhonda Fields, now an Arapahoe County Commissioner. Joined by families, elected officials, and Buckley Space Force Base leadership, this milestone marked a major step forward in supporting military-connected students through enhanced school transition resources and recognition.

We connect military leaders, elected officials, industry partners, and local businesses through monthly meetings and special events, hosted by both community partners and military organizations.

State of the Base

At the 2025 annual event, Chief Master Sergeant Sharma Haynes (front), and Colonel Heidi Dexter (back) deliver Buckley Space Force Base's State of the Base. They announced the base's $2.6 billion economic impact, supporting over 20,000 jobs. The base emphasized key achievements, including a successful Air and Space Force Cyber Resilience Exercise, $102 million invested in weapons system infrastructure and quality-of-life projects, and the implementation of the Purple Star Initiative to support over 44,000 military-connected children, reinforcing its vital role in national defense and the local community.

BRMAC Meetings

Congressman Jason Crow addresses a BRMAC meeting, hosted at Cherry Creek Innovation Campus. We meet monthly (different locations every month) to bring together military leaders, business professionals, and community partners to discuss key issues impacting Buckley Space Force Base, service members, veterans, and their families.

Each meeting provides insightful updates, networking opportunities, and discussions on initiatives supporting military quality of life, mission readiness, and regional economic development. Whether you’re a business, organization, or individual looking to support our military community, we welcome you to join the conversation!

Typically held on the fourth Thursday of every month; register at the Chamber's calendar!

Armed Forces Recognition Luncheon

2025 Armed Forces Recogntion Luncheon

Why Get Involved

Supporting the military isn't just the right thing to do - it's a smart investment in your business and the community. In the greater metro area, the economic impact of our military and defense community is over $4.9B! Plus, demonstrating support for those who serve enhances your brand's reputation and shows commitment to a strong, thriving community. Get involved today and be part of something bigger!

How to Get Involved

Robert Devall, Director of Military Affairs

NAMED A 2025 GREAT AMERICAN DEFENSE COMMUNITY

The Greater Buckley Region is honored to be nationally recognized for outstanding support of our service members, veterans, and their families. Together, we're leading the way in building a national model for military-community partnership. Show your support—download the logo and proudly highlight your commitment to our military and defense community! Click here to learn more.

MILITARY AFFAIRS

FOCUS AREAS

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