se the Health First Colorado mobile app and take control of your coverage! Make an account at Co.gov/PEAK, and then download the free Health First Colorado app. Read more
DENVER-The City and County of Denver is taking important steps forward on its BusRapid Transit (BRT) project, which will help move more people, more efficiently on East Colfax Avenue.Denver has selected Parsons Transportation Group to complete the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and preliminary design for the project following an evaluation of proposals that were submitted by shortlisted consultants this spring. The City will now enter negotiations with the consultant and expects to bring a contract to Denver City Council for approval this fall. Read more
More than 50 Denver residents lined up virtually and in person today to weigh in on proposed changes to the Denver Zoning Code. These changes would update how the zoning code regulates a range of residential uses, from how many unrelated people can live in a house together to where residential care facilities can be located. The proposal would replace multiple discriminatory zoning codes with a more equitable, forward-thinking approach, and is part of the City and County of Denver’s strategy to provide more and better housing opportunities for all residents. Read more
Updates were provided on RTD services including the hiring of a new General Manager, Debra Johnson. Attendees were informed that masks are required on all RTD services: Bus, Rail, Flex Ride, and Access-a-Ride. Attendees were also informed Access-a-Ride is still providing free reverse services. They will pick up and deliver groceries for eligible riders. Access-a-Ride drivers are wearing masks and vehicles are being appropriately cleaned and sanitized.
The coronavirus has led to record unemployment rates across the country and in Colorado. As state and federal benefits begin to run out, and evictions pick up, experts are predicting an increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness. A new program in Northern Colorado is now providing a safe space for those who don’t have a place to live. Read more
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