Author: Jessica Gibbs
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Citizen initiative seeks ‘strong mayor’ system for Aurora
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The push for a “strong mayor” system in Aurora is back, and proponents hope it would end up on the November ballot. If they succeed, residents would not just be deciding on whether to usher in a new form of government at a time when the city manager position has not been permanently filled, but…
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Aurora City Council debates youth violence grant funding
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The city of Aurora’s program designed to reduce youth violence has put forward recommendations to award more than $500,000 in grant dollars this year to organizations working in prevention and intervention. Discussion about the proposed grants, which took place at the city council’s Monday night study session, grew strained at times as some councilmembers voiced…
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Aurora students pitch lawmakers plan to support immigrant, refugee entrepreneurs
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At 17 years old, Gemima Bisangamo of Aurora is already cooking up plans to open her own business one day. She has two ideas so far: One venture that would offer girls from Africa cooking classes that connect them with their culture; the other a goal of running her own clothing store. Bisangamo previously lived…
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Aurora Public Schools negotiating contract with sole superintendent finalist
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Aurora Public Schools began conducting contract negotiations with Michael Giles after he was named the sole finalist to become the district’s next superintendent. The Aurora Public Schools Board of Education voted unanimously April 27 to select Giles from among three finalists, concluding a four-month search process. Giles is slated to assume the role July 1,…
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Aurora recognizes Denver Mayor Michael Hancock’s tenure
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Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman recognized Denver Mayor Michael Hancock with a proclamation during the Aurora City Council’s meeting on Monday, thanking Hancock for his time leading Colorado’s largest city. Coffman called Hancock an “extraordinary partner” who became a leader among officials in the Denver metro area. The proclamation noted Hancock has served as mayor since…
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Aurora Public Schools superintendent finalist lays out vision to make APS ‘destination district’
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One of the three finalists to become Aurora Public Schools next superintendent says he is the right leader to bring cultural change to the community and make APS a destination district. The school board is expected to make its decision in late April or early May after conducting public interviews with the candidates on April…
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Aurora Public Schools superintendent finalist touts qualifications, responds to past controversy
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One of the finalists to become Aurora Public Schools’ next superintendent said her expertise in academic instruction and plans for the district make her the standout candidate, while her experience managing the scrutiny that comes with leadership has prepared her for the role. Nia Campbell is also standing by her handling of crowd disbursement efforts…
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More candidates enter Aurora City Council races
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The field for Aurora’s city council races is growing more crowded as incumbents have begun to announce their re-election bids, and some are switching up which seat they hope to hold on the council. At-large Councilmember and Mayor Pro Tem Curtis Gardner has announced he is running for re-election. First elected in 2019, Gardner said…
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Last major tally: Candi CdeBaca, Darrel Watson head for runoff in Denver’s District 9
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In one of the more surprising outcomes of Tuesday’s election in Denver, incumbent Candi CdeBaca found herself fighting for her political career in District 9 following a tight race that will mean a runoff in June. CdeBaca trailed in the initial count but began to lead her two opponents in the last few tallies. Friday’s…
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Denver District 9 candidates gearing up for runoff
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The closely watched District 9 Denver City Council race has remained a nail-biter as more ballots are being reported, but incumbent Candi CdeBaca began gaining a lead after initially trailing one of her two opponents. On Thursday morning, the race was in a near tie. CdeBaca held at 43.95% of votes counted, while challenger Darrell…