Denver Metro News

In March, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston welcomed the Sundance Film Festival to its new, permanent home in Colorado. “I am absolutely thrilled to welcome the Sundance Film Festival to Colorado as this cements our state’s place as one of the country’s great art capitals,” said Mayor Johnston. With Denver’s iconic venues, like Red Rocks … (read more…)

Mayor Mike Johnston and members of Denver City Council today announced a series of community conversations intended to help shape and define which projects, repairs, and improvements will be prioritized through the Vibrant Denver Bond Program. The initiative, which will not raise taxes, must be approved by voters in November.

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Spring 2025 Drug Take Back Day

The BPD is partnering with the Broomfield Public Health Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. We will be collecting expired or unused medication free of charge. Participants may dispose of medication in its original container, or by removing the … (read more…)

The Veterans Memorial Banner Program is back at Living Wheel Park this year to honor our local heroes who served in the military and have since passed away. Each banner will celebrate one veteran, showcasing their name, branch of service and photo. You’ll see these banners proudly displayed on street lights around Living Wheel Park from about May … (read more…)

The Metro Mayors Caucus has appointed Guyleen Castriotta, Mayor of the City and County of Broomfield, as its new Chair. Castriotta, who previously served as 1st Vice Chair and on the Executive Committee, is the first Broomfield mayor to hold the role. The Metro Mayors Caucus, a nationally recognized membership organization, brings together mayors … (read more…)

Mayor Mike Johnston today announced new citywide goals for 2025 to guide the Denver’s work and solve the city’s toughest challenges. After making significant progress on the city’s shared goals in 2024, Mayor Johnston’s 2025 goals push to continue making progress on key initiatives like reducing homelessness, driving down housing costs, and … (read more…)