City of Denver Resident News

Denver Energy Challenge

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Denver residents can help reduce their carbon footprint while helping ten local high schools fund clean energy projects. The program provides residents with a new incentive to register for Xcel Energy’s Windsource program.

Wildlife Learning to Hunt

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This is the time of year when young, wild animals (coyotes, foxes) are leaving their dens and learning to hunt alongside their parents. Denver Parks and Recreation advises keeping small pets indoors.

New Statewide License Fees

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This year the Colorado legislature passed the FASTER law which increases late fees and raises license registration fees. The higher costs take effect in June and July 2009.

Denver Recycles!

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:11:44 GMT

Recyclers’ Corner is a periodic news column sponsored by Denver Recycles, a program of Denver Public Works/Solid Waste Management. It includes updates on seasonal and ongoing activities related to the City and County of Denver's recycling programs.

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New Zoning Code

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The New Zoning Code fixes Denver's 53 year-old, unwieldy, patch-worked zoning code. The New Denver Zoning Code is a comprehensive rewrite that will support a growing economy, a sustainable environment, a diverse mix of housing, strong neighborhoods and a high quality of life. Learn more...

Denver Municipal Animal Shelter Extends Weekday Evening Hours

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning March 31, the Denver Municipal Animal Shelter will offer extended weekday evening hours to provide customers with additional time to visit the shelter during the week. This change is just one of many to better meet the needs of its customers. To learn more, call 311. View a list of adoptable animals.

Report Coyote Incidents Here

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Due to the increased concern regarding coyotes in the City & County of Denver, Denver Parks and Recreation has created a coyote incident report to track coyote incidents. Please click here to complete the survey.

Homeowners: Rebates Available to Insulate and Seal

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:37:11 GMT

Properly insulating and sealing a home can help reduce monthly energy bills and make your home more comfortable. Xcel Energy has opened its “Insulate Colorado" Homeowner Rebate Program for its residential gas customers who make certain energy efficient improvements to their homes. Installation of insulation must occur between 1/1/2009 and 12/31/2010. Please refer to the attached Xcel Energy Homeowner Rebate Form for other program requirements. Details

City-Wide Street Sweeping April - Nov

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:04:23 GMT

We need your help to keep Denver clean! Check the red and white signs posted on your block for street sweeping parking restrictions (not every block has restrictions) so that Public Works Street Maintenance can provide the best street sweeping service possible. .... Read more...

Better Denver Bond Program

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:39:58 GMT

The Better Denver Program – approved by Denver voters in 2007 – is a comprehensive effort to invest in the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the many city facilities that touch our lives, as well as the construction of new city facilities.