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Three takeaways from latest Denver mayoral debate
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Thirteen candidates answered questions about topics they might face as the Denver’s next mayor. 9 News Candidates who participate in Denver’s Fair Elections Fund sparred over the city’s most pressing issues, notably the enforcement of a camping ban and rent control, in a debate hosted by 9News, a media partner of The Denver Gazette, on Thursday…
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Sole Republican mayoral candidate wants to ‘Fight for Denver’s Future.’
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Denver has not had a Republican mayor in decades. Andy Rougeot, a registered Republican and one of 17 others vying for the seat, seeks to buck that trend. With a solid 10% base of registered Republicans in Denver, there’s a solid chance Rougoet makes the June runoff, according to published reports. His campaign is one focusing…
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Here’s the official order of candidates’ names on ballot for Denver council, mayoral races
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After a random drawing of names by the Denver Elections Division Tuesday evening, the ballot order for all 17 mayoral candidates and 41 other city offices is set. Here’s how the names will appear, in order. Mayor: Lisa Calderon Trinidad Rodriguez Aurelio Martinez Thomas Wolf Al Gardner Terrance Roberts Kwame Spearman Renate Behrens Chris Hansen…
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Denver’s Colfax bus rapid transit project contract sparks concerns, questions
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The fallout of Denver International Airport’s first failed attempt at the Great Hall project still haunts Denver District 5 Councilwoman Amanda Sawyer. That project fell apart in 2019 and quickly devolved into a “he said, she said, they said,” debacle, she said at a Tuesday Land Use Transportation and Infrastructure meeting. Committee members discussed the…
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Denver’s city council decriminalizes jaywalking
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To use the crosswalk or to jaywalk – that is the question. And it’s a question the Denver’s city council took seriously during meeting on Monday, when the councilmembers decided to adopt a bill decriminalizing jaywalking in a 10-3 vote. Critics of the bill said it sends the wrong signal to the public, particularly at a…
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Who are the frontrunners in Denver mayor’s money race?
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Roughly a dozen candidates have begun to separate themselves from the crowded pack in the race for Denver mayor – at least based on money raised. While not the sole measure of a serious candidacy, robust fundraising points to a person’s viability as a candidate since it shows concrete support – in this case, money – for the…
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Denver city council takes stand against antisemitism
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In a rare instance of total unity, Denver City Council members Monday unanimously approved a proclamation condemning antisemitism. Members spoke passionately about the proclamation, decrying any form of hostility towards, or prejudice against, Jewish people. The measure was introduced by District 8 Councilman Chris Herndon. ‘Do no harm,’ Colorado chamber tells legislators ahead of 2023…
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Denver City Council nixes landmark status for Cherry Creek home slated for demolition
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Denver has 359 structures or districts designated “historical” or granted “landmark” status by the city. These include iconic titans of the city like the Wells Fargo Center and Union Station downtown, but also includes the Speer Boulevard historic district and other smaller parcels of land. United Airlines purchases new Boeing ‘widebody’ planes After a public…
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Denver City Council preview: Public hearing on proposed 27th and Larimer tax increment areas
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The Denver City Council will examine a proposal that would impose a moratorium on mobile home parks as a way to preserve affordable housing, and they’ll listen to the public regarding the creation of an urban redevelopment area (URA) in the 2700 block of Larimer Street in Five Points. If approved, the redevelopment would be…
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Denver approves crosswalk signals, welcomes Ulibarri Park
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Denver City Council took steps to improve pedestrian safety Monday night, and took time to honor a couple who made their mark on the city in the 1960s and ’70s. Council approved a budget amendment that adds $1.1 million for the purchase of pedestrian crosswalk signals – but it was half of what members wanted.…
