One measure would preserve the defunct golf course as open space. The other would make it easier to redevelop the site.
Campaigns kick off for competing Park Hill Golf Club ballot initiatives
Government
Nonprofit to give building near Civic Center a $20M makeover
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless plans to rehabilitate a 10-story, 101-unit complex that has housed the former homeless for 25 years.
Return of City Park helps boost Denver’s golf course revenue
The reopening of the course added more than $1 million to total tee time fees at municipal courses between April and August compared to the same months in 2020.
Mayor Hancock unveils $1.5 billion city budget proposal for 2022
He said Denver is making an economic recovery after being hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic, but tourism and hospitality industries continue to lag.
Carrot and stick: City workers may get bonuses or be fired over COVID shots
More than 14,000 are eligible to receive $400 under the proposal if they are immunized or granted an exemption, but those who don’t comply could face dismissal.
Denver planning to book hotel rooms for homeless through June
A proposed $11 million lease extension with a nonprofit for 800 rooms comes amid the city’s effort to buy lodging to increase the homeless housing stock.
Denver trying to beef up restaurant workforce with $1,500 payments
City officials say funds doled out to workers from $1.5 million in grants to two industry organizations will keep or attract about 950 restaurant employees.
Task force proposes measures to cut buildings’ greenhouse gas emissions
Recommendations include electric appliances in multifamily and commercial buildings, and an overall energy use reduction plan that includes incentives for owners.
National Western Center bond measure proponents well funded
The political action committee seeking a ‘no’ vote on $190 million for the center is up against a campaign that has already raised nearly $300,000.
Beta Nightclub hired off-duty cops as alleged security violations occurred
The club could lose its liquor and cabaret licenses after being accused by the city of allowing patrons to sell cocaine.