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2009 Mayor’s Design Awards Announced

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor John Hickenlooper celebrated the growing number of Denver’s homeowners, small business owners and developers who have made design excellence a priority in their community at the fifth annual Mayor's Design Awards. The program honored 15 diverse projects that enhance the city.

Save Auto, Air and Law

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Illegal to Keep Cars Running Unattended

As the temperatures outside drop this winter, we will unfortunately face getting into cold cars. Many drivers will be tempted to break the law and be “PUFFERS” (puffer n. an automobile left unattended and running in cold weather). Last year hundreds of people had their vehicles’ stolen while they were left running unattended. It doesn’t matter if you lock the doors while the car warms up, you are still a “Puffer”.

Pay Parking by Phone Now Testing in Cherry Creek North

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Denver is piloting a new Pay-by-Phone parking option in the Cherry Creek North area in an effort to explore ways to make parking more convenient. The Pay-by-Phone parking alternative allows drivers to call in with their credit card information, allowing them to bypass the parking kiosks.

Denver's Snow Plan

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We'll keep you moving! Denver Public Works has a plan to keep our streets clear.

Solar Company Bringing New Jobs to Denver

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:33:31 GMT

Gov. Bill Ritter and Mayor John Hickenlooper joined officials from SMA Solar Technology and announced that the Germany-based company will open its first North American manufacturing site in Denver. This will be the largest solar inverter production facility in the United States.

Safety Tips for Halloween

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Parents and caregivers have to make certain that a few important safety measures are followed as their children collect their Halloween treats. A well-planned outing will ensure all little ghosts and goblins are safe. Here's how....

Denver Departments Recognized for Sustainability Efforts

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Twelve Denver city agencies have been recognized with Gold and Silver Environmental Leadership Awards. The Colorado Environmental Leadership Program honors companies that have demonstrated a minimum of one year of making significant Environmental achievements.

City, Sheriff Deputies Reach Accord

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor John Hickenlooper has announced a tentative agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police that will help balance the 2010 budget. Fraternal Order of Police leadership has agreed to alter their contract; Union membership must still vote to approve.

Final City 2010 Budget Revised

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The final draft of the Mayor's proposed 2010 budget takes into account feedback from City Council and others necessary to maintain sustainable change and give the City the best footing possible to get through the current economy.

City 2010 Budget Submitted

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Mayor John Hickenlooper has presented Denver's 2010 Budget. The plan includes programmatic savings, personnel cuts, revenue enhancements and use of reserve funds to balance revenue losses due to the weak economy.