Denver Update - City News             DIA has big plans for integrating rail station and hotel. Watch video of Airport Manager, Kim Day presenting details to the Economic Development Committee on Wednesday July 1. "This will really change the airports competitiveness on an international level" said Day, introducing the plans.   June 19 - 25, 2009 The week's review of events from the City and County of Denver. Visit the Denver Update webpage, or click the icon to watch the program.   No new program week of 6/29 due to Independence Day (holiday closure 7/3)

Videos This Month on Denver 8 The Blue and You Community safety from the Denver Police Department. This month's episode features segments on fireworks safety, DPD history, and a visit with Officer Tom Walsh, whose off-duty passion is flying radio-controlled airplanes. The program also includes a ride-along in southwest Denver's District Four with Officer Stephanie Meadows. Detective John White hosts. City Club of Denver Government and business leaders discuss local affairs.   Former U.S. Senator Wayne Allard (R-CO) asks: “Why is This Country in the Ditch, and How Do We Get Out of It?” With this provocative title, Allard’s presentation addresses two of the biggest fiscal, financial and social dilemmas before us: the looming insolvency of Medicare and Social Security. He then offers his perspective on possible solutions and their consequences. (July 1-16)   The Rocky Mountain Institute works to create concrete solutions to cope with tough, thorny problems in the world of energy and resources. Its teams are developing high-impact solutions for the three main drivers of energy use: buildings, transportation, and electricity generation. Michael Potts, RMI's president and CEO, details the exciting work of the Institute. (July 17 - 31)   Denver Press Club Media notables talk about their craft.   Henry Dubroff, formerly editor of the Denver Business Journal and business editor of the Denver Post, is now the founder, owner and editor of the Pacific Coast Business Times. Susan J. Marks is an award-winning journalist, freelance writer, and book author and editor specializing in consumer issues. At a “Book Beat Luncheon,” the former Post colleagues discuss their latest collaboration, Battling Big Box: How Nimble Niche Companies Can Outmaneuver Giant Competitors. Council Matters  Citywide issues examined by Council Members. Denver’s current zoning regulations are said to be broken, unwieldy, outdated, and in need of a major overhaul. Now, after four years of work, City officials are sharing with Denver citizens the draft of a new zoning code. Join Council members Jeanne Robb, Carla Madison, and host Beverly Weaver for an overview. Issues & Options Hot topics are brainstormed by community experts.   Summer’s here...and it’s a great time to get out and enjoy one of Denver’s best-kept secrets – our mountain parks! But, summer can also mean an increase in graffiti. Find out what the City is doing to combat the graffiti problem, and learn more about Denver’s hidden jewels, as Issues and Options looks at both of these aspects of the season. Hosted by Tamara Banks. Dialogue: Denver D.A. District Attorney tackles tough legal issues.   The slowdown in the economy has caused a dip in consumer spending. Has it also prompted a rise in some types of money crimes? Chief Deputy D.A. Joe Morales oversees the Economic Crime Unit at the Denver D.A.’s Office. He joins District Attorney Mitch Morrissey and host Harry Cullis with a look at the trends, successful cases, and prevention tips.  Denver World Affairs Council  A program of the Institute of International Education. Resa Azlan is an internationally-acclaimed writer and religion scholar, regular commentator for NPR’s Marketplace, and Middle East analyst for CBS News. His latest book, How to Win a Cosmic War: God, Globalization, and the End of the War on Terror, dissects the relationship between politics and religion. Additional Featured Shows and Special Programs    Click here for printable version of July Program Highlights