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News Releases Thursday, November 19, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper statement about Jeanne-Claude’s death Mayor John Hickenlooper today released this statement about the death of Jeanne-Claude, the artist who collaborated with her husband, Christo, on large-scale public art. Tuesday, November 03, 2009 City of Denver schedules 2010 furlough days Mayor John Hickenlooper announced today the dates next year for five scheduled furlough days. Each furlough day will save the City approximately $1 million. Friday, October 30, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper statement on sheriff deputy union vote Mayor thanks Denver sheriff deputies for accepting contract, helping provide budget relief Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Denver City Government to close Friday for furlough day Scheduled, budget-required closure Friday, Oct. 23 will affect most – but not all – City services Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Denver departments recognized for sustainability efforts at Colorado Environmental Leadership Awards Twelve Denver city agencies were recognized with Gold and Silver Environmental Leadership Awards today at an awards ceremony hosted by Governor Bill Ritter. Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper, sheriff deputies announce agreement Mayor John Hickenlooper today announced a tentative agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police that will help balance the 2010 budget. Thursday, October 08, 2009 Money added to wager between Denver and Philadelphia mayors Mayor John Hickenlooper today announced Progressive Urban Management Associates in Denver will add $250 to the bet with Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter. The total pot is now $2,250. Wednesday, October 07, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper, Superintendent Boasberg call for “Colorado Rockies Purple Friday” Mayor John Hickenlooper and DPS Superintendent Tom Boasberg today urged Rockies fans to wear purple in support of the team's upcoming playoff game. Tuesday, October 06, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper, Councilwoman Robb statements on police union vote City, Denver Police come to agreement on altered contract. Tuesday, October 06, 2009 Denver Parks and Recreation Expands Recreation Brochure Program UnitedHealthcare’s Sponsorship To Increase Awareness of City Recreation Center Programs   Mayor John Hickenlooper today announced Denver Parks and Recreation (DPR) will significantly expand the availability of its recreation center programming guides, reaching thousands of more city residents and promoting the use of affordable health and exercise programs. A $60,000 sponsorship from UnitedHealthcare of Colorado will help DPR print 75,000 guides per year, up from 20,000 copies in previous years. Friday, October 02, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper, Governor Ritter Statements on Olympics Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper and Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter issued statements today regarding the International Olympic Committee’s decision to award the 2016 Summer Games to Rio de Janeiro. Thursday, October 01, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper congratulates Colorado Rockies Mayor John Hickenlooper today congratulated the Colorado Rockies for securing a place in the Major League Baseball playoffs. Monday, September 28, 2009 Denver honors Colorado Avalanche legend Joe Sakic Mayor John Hickenlooper announced Friday, Sept. 25, 2009 that 19th Street in downtown Denver will be named “Joe Sakic Way” beginning Oct. 1 in honor of the renowned Colorado Avalanche forward.  Monday, September 28, 2009 City investment provides a lift for Samaritan House Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper, Denver Roman Catholic Archbishop Charles J. Chaput and other officials participated in a ribbon cutting event today to celebrate the opening of a new elevator at Catholic Charities Samaritan House homeless shelter. Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper appoints new fire chief Mayor John Hickenlooper announced today Jim Sestrich is the new fire Chief in Denver. Sestrich replaces Nick Nuanes, who retired effective Sept. 15. Tuesday, September 15, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper delivers 2010 budget to City Council Mayor John Hickenlooper today delivered a proposed 2010 budget to City Council that includes sustainable change and gives the City the most solid footing possible to get through the current economy. Friday, September 11, 2009 Mayor's Office Hires New Chief of Staff Mayor John Hickenlooper announced today he will appoint Roxane White as his new Chief of Staff. White previously worked for the City as manager of the Department of Human Services. She will start Sept. 24. Thursday, September 10, 2009 Denver Receives $6 Million Grant To Improve Community Energy Efficiency Mayor John Hickenlooper announced today the City of Denver will receive $6,079,500 from the U.S. Department of Energy to improve community energy efficiency through its Greenprint Denver programs. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) will provide dedicated funding for the City to embark on a community-wide energy savings plan. Wednesday, September 09, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper and Denver Public Schools Announce Partnership with Denver Public Works Solid Waste Management Mayor John Hickenlooper and Denver Public Schools (DPS) Superintendent Tom Boasberg announced today the formation of a partnership where Denver Public Works Solid Waste Management (SWM) will provide trash collection services to all Denver Public Schools. In addition, Denver Recycles, a program of Solid Waste Management, will roll out a district-wide school recycling effort over the next year. Thursday, August 27, 2009 Mayor Hickenlooper, Denver Fire announce agreement Mayor John Hickenlooper, Denver Fire Chief Nick Nuanes and International Association of Firefighters Local 858 President Patrick Rhoades today announced a tentative agreement to help balance the City’s 2010 budget.        News Release Archive         Current News Releases