In the last few weeks, we’ve received several requests from you, our readers, for recommendations on how to find the coolest street art in Denver. It became clear to us that Denverites have an appetite for art that can be enjoyed in a safe, socially-distanced way. So today, we’re launching a new series on public art in Denver. Every Friday, we’ll be dropping a walking, driving or biking tour of Denver’s street art, each curated by a different prominent local muralist. Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed American driving habits so much that traffic volumes may never recover, a new study finds — but the predicted the post-vaccine 9.2-percent drop in national vehicle miles travelled could be much bigger, if we act now. Read more
Driving a car is something that many people take for granted — the ability to go wherever you want or need to go, whenever you need. For someone with a disability, though, transportation can be a challenge.
Public transportation is not always available, particularly if you live in suburban or rural areas where transit services may be very limited or non-existent. Even if you live in a place with good transit services, times and schedules are not always convenient. Read more
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Betsy Hart
betsy.hart@sos.state.co.us
Steve Hurlbert
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July 31, 2020
The Elections Division of the Colorado Secretary of State’s office has announced that Bobby Dishell, a nonpartisan candidate for Regional Transportation District Board of Directors, District D, and Kate Williams, a nonpartisan candidate for Regional Transportation District Board of Directors, District A, have collected the required number of signatures to appear on the November 3 general election ballot.
Candidates for RTD Board of Directors are required to collect 250 signatures in their district, a requirement outlined by 32-9-111, C.R.S. Dishell submitted 344 valid signatures and Williams submitted 337 valid signatures, each clearing the threshold to appear on the ballot.
Petition Verification Summary- Dishell:
Number of qualified signatures submitted 560
Number of entries rejected 216
Number of entries accepted 344
Number of valid signatures required 250
Petition Verification Summary- Williams:
Number of qualified signatures submitted 431
Number of entries rejected 94
Number of entries accepted 337
Number of valid signatures required 250
For a complete statement of sufficiency for Dishell, click here. For a complete statement of sufficiency for Williams, click here.
A record of all accepted and rejected signatures, including reasons for each rejection is on file with the Secretary of State.
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Cycling has flourished during Covid-19. Many people nervous about public transport or making greater use of their local areas have been getting around on two (or three) wheels. In the UK, some cycle shops have found it hard to keep up with the demand. In China, Beijing’s bike-share system was used 150% more in March, while cycling traffic in Dundee, Scotland grew by 94% in April. Read more
