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Colorado leader survives ‘no confidence’ vote, 5 federal judges stand out with delays in deciding motions, Army veteran joins 5th CD race | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Jan. 23, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: Colorado Republican Leader Mike Lynch of Wellington survived a vote of “no confidence” on Monday, but the drama that unfolded in the state House might not be over yet. The House GOP caucus held a special meeting to vote on a resolution of…
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Denver tourism rebounds in 2021, but headwinds persist
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Denver’s tourism industry rebounded in a big way in 2021, drawing 31.7 million visitors who spent an estimated $6.6 billion, according to the Longwoods International Travel USA 2021 survey report. Visit Denver presented the report at a news conference Wednesday. “The travel industry was disproportionately harmed by the pandemic. … Thankfully, Denver is a very…
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Colorado lawmakers discuss economic recovery during legislative preview event
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Colorado legislators on Monday spoke about improving the availability of affordable housing, bolstering the state’s education levels and helping businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic during the ninth annual Business Legislative Preview by the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. Senate Majority Leader Stephen Fenberg and Speaker of the House Alec Garnett represented Democrats, while Senate Minority…
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Denver ballot question would give voters a say on any future Olympic bid
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Denver voters will have one more referendum to decide this election season when they open their mail ballots for the June 4 runoff. Initiative 302 – titled “Let Denver Vote” – will determine whether voters must be consulted first before any public funds are spent on exploring the city as a possible venue for the Olympics. Basically,…
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Colorado Tourism Board elects first woman, Andrea Fulton, as chair
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The Colorado Tourism Board has elected the first woman as its chair, Andrea Fulton of Wheat Ridge, who is chief marketing officer for the Denver Art Museum. She was chosen by her fellow board members. She is joined to co-chairs Courtney Frazier, executive director of the Colorado Dude and Guest Ranch Association, and Doug Price, president…
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Denver launches 1st round of projects funded by $937M bond package
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Denver is ready to go with the first round of projects to be financed through the $937 million bond package approved by voters last fall. The initial $193 million set of projects – including a major remodel of the Denver Art Museum’s North Building – was OK’d by the City Council this week. They also…
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Denver hires some help to manage GO bond projects
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Denver plans to hire a little help to manage the dozens of public infrastructure projects slated through the city’s voter-approved $937 million in general obligation bonds. The city selected Atkins North America Inc. this week to help evaluate the timing of project construction, coordinate with city agencies and track and report the progress of projects.…
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? Arts & culture tax extension before metro voters
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A 28-year-old sales tax that has helped Metro Denver arts and cultural groups and facilities survive economic downturns and thrive is before voters in seven metro area counties in the Nov. 8 general election. Ballot Issue 4B seeks to extend the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District‘s 0.1 percent ( one cent on every $10) sales…
