Jun 17 2024
Mayor Mike Johnston announced in May to restore vibrancy and expand economic opportunity throughout Downtown Denver. Delivering on the promise of building a more accessible and prosperous downtown, Denver will invest more than $500 million over the next decade to accelerate economic growth in the heart of Denver. “This is a major step toward restoring …
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Jun 10 2024
Join Denver Public Art on a leisurely walk around Downtown Denver and learn about some of Denver’s most unique, eccentric public artworks. Why do the sidewalks sing? Why are there hubcaps on the old police station building? Why is the Big Blue Bear blue? And much more! The tour will last approximately one hour. Tour …
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Dec 18 2023
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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Dec 11 2023
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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Jan 23 2023
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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Dec 26 2022
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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Dec 12 2022
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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Sep 26 2022
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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Aug 06 2022
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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Jun 14 2022
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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May 02 2022
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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Mar 21 2022
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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