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Denver Headlines Friday, July 04, 2008 | 71 ° Scattered Clouds   NEW MAPPING SITES CRIME IN CITY New System Shows Where and When Crime Occurs   The Denver Police Department and Denver Geographic Information Systems has jointly launched the new application.  Denver residents are now able to search up-to-date crime data and generate maps and tables of crime around their homes, schools, and other locations of interest.    The database will enable users to search by specific address, park, school, library, or neighborhood. Information is updated daily as new crimes are reported and investigations yield new information.     MAYOR HICKENLOOPER NAMES DENVER FIRE CHIEF Department Veteran Appointed Nick Nuanes, a 34-year veteran of the Denver Fire Department, is currently Division Chief of Denver International Airport (DIA) for the Department. He succeeds Chief Larry Trujillo, who retired Sept. 1. "Nick Nuanes is a career professional. He began as a line firefighter and worked his way through the ranks of the Denver Fire Department," Hickenlooper said. "He is a highly qualified leader and manager who has earned the respect of the Denver community and the men and women of the Department. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated an enduring commitment to officer training and development, community collaboration and fiscal responsibility. He will be an excellent Denver Fire Chief." VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TAX PREP Help Lift Denver's Hard-Working Low-Income Families Out of Poverty   The City and County of Denver is calling for volunteers, on behalf of the Denver Asset Building Coalition (DABC), to help hard-working low-income families with their tax return preparation. This assistance can help them get tax refunds and is one effort that can help lift Denver's low-income families out of poverty.   You don't need to be an accountant or even a computer whiz to lend a hand - no experience required! The DABC will train you to help file tax returns for Denver's hard-working low-income families. DABC tax law training is offered online in December and January. E-file training to prepare returns using a computer will be provided to all volunteers in January.  All training is provided free of charge. DAVID FINE NAMED AS CITY ATTORNEY Mayor John Hickenlooper announces appointment   “David Fine has enjoyed an impressive career as a local attorney specializing in civil litigation, employment litigation, constitutional law and election law,” Hickenlooper said. “He has represented and advised businesses, individuals, nonprofits and government entities on a broad range of issues relevant to services the City of Denver provides and the people we serve.  We look forward to having someone of his experience and expertise join our talented team in the City Attorney’s Office.” CITY COUNCIL HOLDS FIRM TO AMEND BUDGET Special Session Called to Override Mayoral Veto   Denver City Council held firm to its position Friday and voted to override Mayor Hickenlooper’s veto of an amendment to the 2008 City Budget on employee pay. At their Monday night November 3 meeting, City Council voted changes to a complex and somewhat controversial method of how the city pays its workers.  The Mayor objected to the changes and vetoed the amendment mid-week.  Council responded by holding a special meeting the afternoon of Friday, November 9 to challenge the Mayor’s veto and emerged with a 9-3 vote to keep the amendment in the proposed budget.        Archives         Headlines      1 2 3

Announcements Summer Sounds Ring through the Air in July!         Denver Office of Cultural Affairs, Colorado Council on the Arts and Target presents the Colorado Symphony Orchestra outdoors at two Denver parks  -  July 3 and July 24 Free Concert Event Denver Office of Cultural Affairs presents the 5th annual Latino Rhythms July 11 at Sloan's Lake Park   City Looking for 150 Exceptional Residents This November on the city''s 150th anniversary,  Mayor John Hickenlooper will honor Denver's 150 .  These will be people who are doing something extraordinary that is making the City a better place for generations to come.   Fees waived at Denver Recreation Centers Denver youth age 17 and younger may use City recreation centers, including swimming pools, for free this summer from June 2 - Aug 16  Movies in the Parks June 6 - Aug 2: Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic goodies for a fun-filled night under the stars. 16 family-friendly films on outdoor screens with high quality sound is one-of–a-kind experience.   Denver Election Information   The Denver Elections Division has a new location and a new website. Both places have the most current and accurate election information for Denver voters. Visit the website www.DenverVotes.org     Build a Better Denver Citizens can follow progress on neighborhood bond projects. Visit the Better Denver website focusing to learn about capital maintenance, health and safety, transportation, libraries and cultural facilities and parks and recreation infrastructure. More Announcements      1 2