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Denver Breaks Ground on Elati Street Micro-Community Site

Mayor Mike Johnston announced the groundbreaking for a micro-community at 1375 Elati St. as part of the House1000 initiative. This development marks a significant step forward in our ongoing effort to combat homelessness and improve the lives of those in need within our city. The site was carefully chosen to accommodate the specific needs of …

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Denver and Lakewood Recognized as an “A List” Global Climate Leader

The City and County of Denver and Lakewood have been recognized by global nonprofit charity Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) as one of 119 cities across the globe that is taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency, despite the pressures of a challenging global economic situation. CDP runs the world’s disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, …

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Denver Mayor Announces Excellence in Arts & Culture Awards

Mayor Michael B. Hancock, Denver Arts & Venues, and the Denver Commission on Cultural Affairs are pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Mayor’s Awards for Excellence in Arts & Culture. Presented since 1986, the Mayor’s Awards for Excellence in Arts & Culture recognize individuals and organizations that make significant and lasting contributions to …

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Denver Named Financial Triple Crown Winner!

Recognizing Denver’s strong financial management and excellent reporting, the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA), North America’s leading association for government finance expertise, has named the City and County of Denver as a 2020 Triple Crown Winner. Denver is one of only 317 governments to receive the Triple Crown, which …

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Denver Mayor Hancock Announces 2022 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners

Mayor Michael B. Hancock honored a dozen projects during the 2022 Mayor’s Design Awards ceremony. Twelve winners reflect outstanding work in green building, community-led development, preservation, pedestrian-focused urban design and more. “Throughout my time in office, we have celebrated many creative, committed individuals who lift up our city through good design, and honoring their work …

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Denver’s Annual Recovery Report Shows Progress

Denver has submitted the city’s required American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) annual report to the U.S. Treasury. The report demonstrates that over the last two years, Denver has met the work of building a better tomorrow as officials faced challenges and created opportunities in this pandemic recovery for Denver residents and businesses across the city. …

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Join the Salute to Seniors Virtually on 8/12 and 13!

Colorado Gerontological Society via 50 Plus Marketplace News for northern Colorado seniors

Grab your lunch, call a friend, and join the 33rd Annual Salute to Seniors virtually on August 12 and 13, 2022 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on your favorite device in the comfort of your living room. We know many of you would like to join us in person, but more older adults are …

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New 983 Area Code Is Coming to the Greater Denver Area!

With new telephone numbers in the greater Denver area in high demand, the Colorado Public Utilities Commission approved the implementation of the new 983 area code to overlay the existing 303/720 region. Starting on June 17, 2022, customers in the 303/720 area code overlay region may be assigned a number in the new 983 area …

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Denver Revenues Show Signs of Strong Recovery

Revenues are up, unemployment is down and consumer spending has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, signaling a strong economic recovery is underway in Denver. In April, the Department of Finance provided an economic update with preliminary year-end numbers for 2021 and an overview of early 2023 budget projections as the 2023 budget process kicks off. “Thanks to …

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Denver Joins White House Building Performance Standards Coalition!

Mayor Michael B. Hancock announced that Denver has committed to inclusively design and implement building performance standards and complementary policies and programs across the city, driving investment into building improvements and quality jobs that create healthier buildings and lower housing and energy costs. The news comes as state and local governments across the country join …

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Denver Mayor Hancock Launches Crime Action Plan

With increased crime rates a growing concern in Denver and across the country, Mayor Michael B. Hancock today released an enhanced action plan to improve public safety throughout the city. There is an emerging consensus that the opioid crisis, cheap fentanyl, and newer, deadlier versions of methamphetamines are at the center of an explosion of …

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Denver Animal Shelter Needs Your Help!

It’s been a challenging 2020 for so many, including the vulnerable animals who find their way to the Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) and Denver Animal Protection (DAP). That’s why this year’s GivingTuesday – the global day of giving on Tuesday, December 1 – is such a critical day for the programs that keep Denver’s forgotten …

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