Latest Convention News   Denver Announces Access and Mobility Plans for Final Convention Night at Invesco Field at Mile High   After extensive preparation and work with local, state and federal transportation and security officials, the City and County of Denver announced local mobility and access plans for the last day of the Democratic National Convention: Thursday, August 28, 2008.     City Maps Mobility for Downtown Access During Convention Plan maximizes downtown access to residents, employees and customers. Roads and transit will be open to enable area residents to come downtown and attend public events. Additional screening and security will affect some locations. Federal Court Upholds Denver's Convention Plans  City Announces Public Viewing Area at Invesco Field at Mile High Denver Releases Designated Parade Route to Invesco Field for Thur Aug. 28th More...

Top Headlines Wednesday, August 20, 2008 | 57 ° Few Clouds   DENVER 311: YEAR ONE SUCCESS 311 Improves Customer Service and Safety for the City and County of Denver   Celebrating its one-year anniversary, the Denver 311 Customer Service Center has answered questions posed from more than 460,000 calls and e-mails, as well as responded to 3,100 inquiries through the online self-service since July 7, 2006.  “While it was a very busy first year, it gave us the opportunity to fully test the new 311 system – the snow storms and freezing temperatures, the damage to our streets, and the incredible interest in Denver’s recycling program,” said Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper.  “There’s nothing better than stress testing a system and making corrections immediately to ensure the program meets our long-term expectations.” FORECLOSURE RECOMMENDATIONS RELEASED Pro-active Measures to Combat Foreclosure Problems   Michael Hancock, President of the Denver City Council and Task Force Co-Chairs, Councilmember Rick Garcia, and Joshua Widoff, Esq. announced today the completion of the Foreclosure Task Force recommendations report.  The report focuses on strategies related to education, prevention, intervention, and enforcement as pro-active measures to combat foreclosure problems. Councilmember Hancock convened the task force comprised of various community experts to evaluate the issues of foreclosure and to provide recommendations.  Available report outlines the issues, national best practices, partnerships, and foreclosure goals        News Archives         Current Headlines      1 2 3 4

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Announcements I Get Around Get healthy while you explore Denver's premier attractions, during Convention week and beyond—all at zero carbon impact on our environment! View map (7.3MB PDF)   Deadline Extended to Nominate 150 of City's Extraordinary This November on the city''s 150th anniversary,  Mayor Hickenlooper will honor Denver's 150 .  Nominate people who are doing something extraordinary that is making the City a better place.   Parks & Rec Wants Public Input on Rec Centers Denver residents are being asked to help decide the future of the City's rec centers. The Parks & Recs Department is hosting a series of public meetings to gather public comment.   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. Free public art tours Certain Saturdays - Spend a quiet Saturday exploring the City’s public art program, or make the tours a destination for friends and family visiting Denver. Sign up now! Read more for details.   More Announcements      1