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Urban Dweller

VOLUME 38, EDITION 4

4/6/2020

 

Message From the President

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

I hope this email finds you healthy, safe, and in good spirits considering these trying times and difficult circumstances.  The April 2020 edition of the Urban Dweller, Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods' (CHUN) monthly e-newsletter, is available online.  Here is the latest from your registered neighborhood organization and advocate: 

NEIGHBORS STAND READY TO HELP:  In times of crisis, neighbors must stick together (even if virtually) to help those in need.  Last month, CHUN disseminated a few salient communications.  The first asked members and e-subscribers to support other organizations through ColoradoGives. The second encourages all of us to share great ideas about how, and to what extent, neighbors can help others in the community. Here is a sampling of those ideas:
  • Fluid Coffee Bar at 19th and Pennsylvania has a walk up window; their crew is doing its best to keep the neighborhood caffeinated during these trying times. Don't forget to maintain 6ft+ of social distance and leave a big tip.
  • Every night at 8 pm neighbors gather on their balconies, front steps, porches, etc. to give a round of applause (and even howl?!) for the health workers, first responders, and others on the front lines of combating the coronavirus. 
  • The Goods Restaurant utilized its remaining inventory to distribute food to organizations and people in need.
    We are proud of the work with Mark Whistler and wish his team all the best during this challenging time.
  • A way to help your hair stylist, nail technician, or skin care professional is to check their websites for a way to purchase gift certificates NOW for a friend or family member to use at a later date. 
If you have ideas, please send them to chun@chundenver.org. All ideas will continue to be shared on an ongoing basis. 

GOOD NEIGHBORS WORK TOGETHER: At the request of St. Francis Center, a mediator convened and facilitated the development of a Good Neighbor Agreement for St Francis Center’s Warren Residences which will be located at 1630 East 14th Avenue. St Francis Center, Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, Warren Village, individual neighbors, and other groups were involved in the process. We met in person and exchanged numerous emails to make certain everyone’s concerns were identified and resolved to the best of our ability. Special thanks to Kevin Kelly, Megan Whelan, Randle Loeb, Bruce Caughey, Brian Henderson, Sarah Wells, Jim Slotta, Michael Henry, Adam Larkey, Nancy McMahon and many others for participating in these conversations.  


FINANCIAL HEALTH REMAINS SOUND: These are challenging times for us all and we want to assure everyone we are taking steps to assist the community in the best--and most financially feasible--way possible. CHUN's financial position remains solid due to steady growth in our membership program, the generosity of benefactors, recurring investment income, and prudent financial management. Special thanks to our finance team for actively monitoring our income and expenses. CHUN is still primarily volunteer driven with limited, part-time staffing. Consider making a gift to CHUN today. You can also sign up as a member, HERE.

TEARS-MCFARLANE PROPERTY REZONING:  City and County of Denver public meetings and rezoning hearings are postponed until further notice. This has delayed our efforts to rezone the Tears-McFarlane Property at 1290 Williams. That said, local HOAs and Cheesman Park residents continue to sign on and support our plan. If you are interested in joining our efforts to bring renewed vitality and beautification to our home, you can call me directly at 303-817-5744. CHUN is eager to collaborate with you.  

MOVING IMPORTANT ISSUES FORWARD: In January, we heard from Denver Urban Renewal Authority about the redevelopment and revitalization of a property at 18th and Grant.  Subsequent to this review, CHUN announced its support for the redevelopment and revitalization of Denver's Historic Cathedral High School, Sister of Charity Convent Building and The Oscar Malo Jr. Memorial Hall Gymnasium located at 1840 Grant Street. This is a partnership between DURA Housing Rehabilitation , OZ Architecture, and others. Congratulations to all! We look forward to seeing this project completed. Also, the Denver Turnverein requested a letter of support for a grant application for continued restoration and preservation of the property.  As an historic landmark, and past recipient of a SEED Award, we issued our support because it was consistent with our values and mission.  Copies of both letters can be found HERE.

Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods is still at work and successfully delivering on its mission. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all of us...some more than others.  But this pandemic will not deter us from getting important things done.  If you, your loved ones, or your respective organizations need anything, please let CHUN know.  

In the meantime, stay well, focus on those things that are most important, and be kind to others. For Denver, our community, and in good health...

Travis Leiker, MPA
President
Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, Inc. 

A message from Councilman Chris Hinds

A Perfect 10 COVID-19 Update
During these trying times, changes are happening on an hourly basis. We'll be updating you frequently with the latest from Denver and beyond so that you can stay well informed. We'll also provide a little glimpse into how Denver's Perfect 10 community is doing.
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Understandably, we've heard from a lot of you who have questions and concerns. We've researched many of them, you'll find links for information about a range of issues in our newsletter. Our office remains open, but we are working remotely without the same access to resources as we usually have. Our contacts inside Denver and elsewhere are often also working remotely, slowing their responses to us. If you have a concern that needs to be addressed, please email your neighborhood liaison directly:
  • Liz Zukowski at Liz.Zukowski@denvergov.org (Capitol Hill, Uptown, Golden Triangle, Alamo Placita)
  • Galia Halpern at Galia.Halpern@denvergov.org (Cheesman Park, Congress Park)
  • Teresa St. Peter at Teresa.St.Peter@denvergov.org (Cherry Creek, Country Club, Belcaro north of Exposition Avenue)
Please reach out with patience, we will address your concerns as soon as we are able to.
Read the Perfect 10 newsletter!

Member of the Month

SubCulture
Spring is in the air. Get out. Practice your social distancing. Wear a protective mask. And, if you're hungry, our friends and supporters at Sub-Culture are open daily from 11-7 and 10-7 Friday, Saturday and Sunday for breakfast burritos.  Sadly, Pablo’s and Pub on Penn closed, so it's a little lonely at Penn and 13th. Check them out at:

Subculture
1300 Pennsylvania St. 102
Denver, CO 80203
ThisIsSubCulture.com
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Upcoming Events (Virtual, Of Course)

Brave Embodiment Counseling

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Help For Healthcare Professionals
​Free 2x/weekly Virtual Zoom Group to Support Nurses and Doctors through this difficult time.

Please share this with any medical professionals you may know that could benefit from this free service. This is open to any US and international healthcare workers.
Learn more about our help for healthcare professionals
Women's Circles are BACK! Virtually!

Every other week Fridays 8:30 - 10 pm
​Cost is $15.
Led by Kim Massale, owner and founder of BEC.
Join us for our next Virtual Women's Circle
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Downtown Denver Partnership Upcoming Events

The Downtown Denver Partnership and Denver Community Planning Development Virtual Town Hall
The Downtown Denver Partnership is working with The City and County of Denver on many levels to ensure public health and safety measures are in place to help curb the spread of COVID-19. Meanwhile, Community Planning and Development staff are continuing to work from home on long-term planning projects and reviewing plans submitted online from home offices around the city. The department’s construction inspectors are continuing to perform inspections at job sites while remaining at least six feet away from others.  
  • Downtown Denver Partnership Joint Board Meetings
    • Friday, April 17 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM- Register here  (*Adjusted to Friday in relation to Passover)
    • Wednesday, April 22 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM- Register here
    • Wednesday, April 29 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM- Register here
  • Downtown Denver Partnership COVID-19 Member Briefings
    • Tuesday, April 14 | 3:00-4:00 PM - Register here
    • Tuesday, April 21 | 3:00-4:00 PM  - Register here
    • Tuesday, April 28 | 3:00-4:00 PM -  Register here 
  • Downtown Denver Partnership COVID-19 Safety & Security Briefings with Commander Aaron Sanchez
    • Wednesday, April 15 | 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM - Register here

April 1 was "Start by Believing Day"; Kicks Off Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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As you know, the Blue Bench received a CHUN SEED Award earlier this year -- supporting their sexual assault prevention education programs.  They will be hosting a series of informative webinars in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
​April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month; April 1 was "Start by Believing Day".  To ensure that we all Start By Believing and to change the conversation around sexual violence in our community, The Blue Bench has launched Changing the Conversation 2020 (#CTC2020).

Changing the Conversation 2020 includes a series of webinars on topics ranging from talking to youth about consent to responding to disclosures of sexual assault. To learn more, visit their #CTC2020 website HERE. Join your friends and neighbors on the virtual blue bench to help create positive social change in our community!
CHANGE THE CONVERSATION HERE

CHUN Committee Updates

  • ​Urban Planning Committee (CHUN-UP): The Urban Planning Committee focuses on the critical zoning, transportation, land use, and licensing issues facing Capitol Hill and Denver.  In addition, the committee regularly engages in those substantive policy discussions that directly impact the quality of life in our neighborhoods-- parks and open space preservation, traffic issues, and safety to name a few. ​
  • History Matters Committee: This committee's work will continue to emphasize the preservation of historic homes, buildings, and districts. However, CHUN has expanded its charge to include matters of cultural, historical significance and to be the voice that informs, educates and partners with our community, businesses and the City of Denver.
  • Parents Committee: Coordinates and manages special events and awareness for parents and families, building programs relevant to a diverse, inclusive community with an emphasis on parent and family outreach. 
  • Climate Action Committee: Building awareness and facilitating community engagement; hosting special events and meetings; executing programs concerning climate change and environmental stewardship.
For a complete list of CHUN's committees, please visit the Committee Page and check the CHUN website for upcoming meetings and events. 

CHUN History Matters Commitee

The History Matters Committee had a joint meeting and forum in partnership with the Urban Planning Committee on February 11th where we were graced with two speakers. For the History Matters portion, Beth Glandon gave a fantastic presentation about her work at Discover Denver. Discover Denver goes street by street through Denver neighborhoods and takes inventory of significant buildings and then makes a record of the history of the buildings that show promise. This is an excellent way to learn about buildings in the CHUN neighborhood, you can see their current work, including neighborhood surveys at https://www.discoverdenver.co/documents. Beth also showed us some houses we might have missed (including the original home of Mrs. Stover's Bungalow Candies, which is now Russell Stover, at 960 Detroit!). None of these properties are currently protected and this creates a fantastic road map of where History Matters can start to help. Discover Denver will be hosting volunteer trainings for both the walking and the research needs.

Please contact Beth Glandon at 
bglandon@historicdenver.org if you would like to find out about volunteering. They still need help and most of the work can be done with social distancing in mind!  The committee members met for the last half of the meeting to discuss our goals and work for the year. We later combined our brainstorming efforts in our committee work meeting on February 20th. Our 2020 goals that we are hoping to ratify with the rest of the board are outlined here:​
Four History Matters Focus Areas 2020 (DRAFT)
  1. Resources
    • There are many organizations and resources to help leverage CHUN's voice in matters of historic preservation. We need to build stronger relationships and share resources and ideas.
    • Draw from CHUN members expertise and connections and the 50-year tradition of success that defines our work.  
  2. Education
    • Educate about the value of this work from an economic and aesthetic standpoint.
    • Understand and appreciate Historic Landmarks and Historic Districts
  3. Specific Historic Preservation Projects
    • Status and updates on specific projects
    • Development of a Rapid Response network
    • Additional projects for our radar.
  4. Collaboration with CHUN UP
    • Share information and seek opportunities for cross collaboration with the CHUN UP.

Phone Meeting on Friday, April 3rd:
CHUN History Matters participated in a call with the owners of the purple building on 17th Avenue at Clarkson, formerly Tony P's. The owners have applied for demolition eligibility and the phone call was facilitated by Historic Denver to determine our next steps. The ownership group explained that the building (formerly Tony P's and JR's before) is part of a parcel of buildings that includes the salon next door, Beast + Bottle and the 2 story residential building at 1723 Clarkson. The total footprint is 28,800 square feet. Beast + Bottle's lease is up 2021 and the salon is even sooner. All 4 buildings would be razed in the current ideas for the project which is a 5 story multi-family development. Only 777 E 17th is left to be designated eligible for demo, the other buildings were approved previously. The plans that were submitted were filed by Corum, the developer that they have lined up. Bellamy has a long history with the neighborhood, redesigning over 20 buildings in the area, along with the property in question in 1983 after a trip to New Orleans, in partnership with Emerson Design and Construction. His original vision was an improvement to 17th Avenue, adding trees and historic light fixtures. Bellamy does not see this building as a "historic" property. Neighbor Concerns Included:
  • Neighbors spoke to our concerns with keeping the quality of life for pedestrians along 17th.
  • Neighbor remarked that it was an "important landmark" that would be valuable to incorporate into the new development.
  • Concern that the community would be losing something iconic and replaced with an unknown.
  • Concern for quality; neighbors were unhappy with the current design quality of new buildings in the neighborhood.
  • Neighbor suggested that concerns over the economy might warrant waiting until the plans and financing for the new construction were confirmed before demolition started in order to avoid the "vacant lot issue".
  • Neighbor continued to push the owner to consider reuse, asking about the liquor license status and reminding Bellamy of the success of JR's (after Bellamy suggested that 13 different businesses over the years have all struggled with the way the building is set up). Bellamy was reluctant to call JR's a success story, recounting issues with cigarette butts ruining plants, noise at let out, and damage to his awnings.
Resolutions:
  • Agreement by the group to continue this conversation with Corum.
  • ​​Evan agreed to reach out to Corum to put them in touch with Annie Levinsky.
We will keep you updated as the process goes forward. Please feel free to send the committee your comments on the project as we can relay those to the developer and owners.

CHUN Climate Action Committee

Jim Slotta and Stephen Polk facilitated a conference call with other climate change advocates to brainstorm ways to tackle climate on the local level. In the near term, CHUN will host an electronics recycling event at the Tears-McFarlane House. This was scheduled for May 8th; unfortunately, it will be postponed until later in the Summer.  CHUN will continue to provide infrastructure--printing, copies, meeting space (when permissible) etc. to the Accelerate Neighborhood Climate Action group. Other great ideas were discussed and will put those into action once social/public gathering restrictions are lifted.

CHUN Urban Planning Committee (CHUN UP)

The CHUN Urban Planning Committee (CHUN UP) met on February 20th. Attendees included Sarah Wells, Frank Locantore, Dmitrii Zavorotny, Amanda Klahr, Joel Brown, and Jace Davis.  Colorado State Representative Steven Woodrow (District 6 - roughly the southeast section of the CHUN boundaries) sat with us and commented at how impressed he was with our group.
The following action items resulted from the discussions:
  1. Exchange contact info with the new committee members (Amanda, Joel, Jace) and create a CHUN up Google group  for group communications.  Joel set up the group.
  2. Create a decision framework document and statement of values in order to be able to review and recommend proposals (development projects, rezonings, licensing, etc.) for/against endorsements by the CHUN board more consistently and fairly.  Dmitrii has started the document and shared with the rest of the group for review and approval.  Once completed, we will submit the document to the executive board for review and formal approval.
  3. Propose that the CHUN Board officially weighs in on the East Central Area Plan or an aspect of the plan (transportation, open spaces, land use, etc.) once the latest draft is submitted and before the plan goes to City Council for consideration.
  4. Propose that the CHUN Board officially weighs in on the Group Living Amendment Change (GLAC).  With the recent pandemic developments, we feel like this is something that can be pushed off until a later date.

Latest e-communications from the City of Denver:
  1. Board of Adjustments zoning case #131-19 - 2125 E. 21st Ave. (City Park West)
    1. Owner is building a one car garage and wanted to build an ADU on top of it
    2. Appeal of a denial of a permit to erect and ADU on a 2627 sq.ft. zone lot (4,500 sq. ft. is the minimum lot size for ADUs)
    3. Appeal was denied, an ADU will not be allowed
    4. City Park West RNO was also against this proposal due to concerns with infrastructure

COVID-19 Updates, Assistance, and Outreach

In a crisis, neighbors are ready to help...

Denver's recent efforts to tackle the spread of COVID-19 has left many neighbors wondering, "What can I do to help?"  Recent stay at home orders and other city-wide directives have caused small businesses to struggle, left hard-working Denverites without jobs or childcare, and will have a ripple effect throughout our local economy.  So, we are turning to YOU...our members, followers, and e-subscribers...to get your ideas on how to best serve our community. 
  • If you are a local nonprofit or other community based organization, how can neighbors support you while social distancing?
  • Small, locally-owned businesses are struggling too. What are you doing to provide services during these trying times?  If you are closed, we want to hear from you.  When you reopen, what is the first thing we can do to support you?
  • To those individuals and families struggling to make ends meet, can we point you in the right direction during these challenging times?
  • How have you helped others? We want your solutions to staying at home and supporting others in the process. 
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Email your needs-list, thoughts, and ideas to chun@chundenver.org.  We will be compiling these over the next few weeks and sharing them via social media, email, and on our website.  These are unprecedented times.  Let us DO OUR PART and stand READY TO HELP.

City and County of Denver Preparedness Updates & Resources

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The City and County of Denver is working with local, state, and federal partners to provide accurate information about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) to the public. Help us spread facts, not fear.

You can get COVID-19 information on relief support & resources including medical supplies for organizations, opportunities to donate and volunteer, safety information on the virus, details on the 'Stay At Home' order and more!
Learn about Denver's response and find resources for relief assistance
Get updates from the State of Colorado

COVID-19 Updates from the Downtown Denver Partnership

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Dear Board Members, 
Thank you for participating in today’s COVID-19 Joint Board Briefing. We appreciate your questions, comments and continued leadership on behalf of Downtown Denver.
We know that our community will get through this unprecedented time as long as we continue to support each other, the Denver Police Department and the community at large. We will continue to work, in partnership with others, the planning that will strengthen our economic resilience.

As a follow up to the Board Briefing today, please find the link to the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) Application (PDF) we discussed.

In addition, attached you will find the Business Resource overview that Randy walked us through. The Partnership has created this document to guide businesses on how best to leverage Federal, State and local relief resources.
 
We look forward to connecting with you again next Wednesday, April 8th at 11am, for our next Joint Board Briefing. We will hear from Mayor Michael Hancock and Senator Michael Bennet.

Case Data:
  • Around the world:
    • 926,095 people sickened
    • 46,413 deaths – double what it was Saturday
  • Across the U.S.:
    • Yesterday saw the largest single-day jump in COVID-19 deaths across the U.S., up more than 800 to a total of 4,102 as of this morning.
    • 209,071 people sickened
    • 4,633 deaths – double what it was Sunday
  • In Colorado:
    • 18,645 people tested
    • 3,342 positive cases
    • 620 hospitalized
    • 50 of 64 counties with positive cases
    • 80 deaths – up 11 from yesterday
    • 17 outbreaks at residential and non-hospital health care facilities
  • In Denver
    • 636 positive cases
    • 10 deaths – same as yesterday
Additional News:
  • Denver has spent about $6.5M on supplies, equipment and facilities as part of its COVID-19 response.
  • Denver’s jail population continues to decline, down this morning to a historic low of 1,245 inmates.
  • Denver overnight homeless shelters served about 1,600 guests, plus another 12 symptomatic guests in a separate facility and an additional 74 in respite-care motel rooms.
  • Good news: Denver Arts & Venues’ Artist Assistance Fund has now grown to $340,000 thanks to a new partnership with the State. Arts & Venues will reopen the application process starting at 6 a.m. Thursday April 2. Learn more and apply for the fund.
  • Bad news: Cities and states planning massive budget cuts (Bloomberg News)
  • Denver enforcement teams have issued 736 warnings to comply with the stay-at-home directive and issued 7 orders to non-critical businesses to close.
  • Gov. Polis briefed reporters today on Colorado’s efforts to flatten the curve and prepare for the surge. Click here to read more.

​CARES Act Loan Application Assistance Project

The CARES Act Loan Application Assistance project is a collaboration by the Colorado Nonprofit Association and We the Action. We launched this new initiative to keep nonprofits in Colorado from laying off staff and closing their business, creating many gaps in the social safety net for our most vulnerable communities.
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We are proud to announce the launch of the CARES Act Loan Application Assistance project, a no-cost lawyer match program for Colorado Nonprofit Association members providing a resource for much-needed support navigating the federal relief and response funding. The CARES Act includes the Paycheck Protection Program and Expanded Emergency Grants.
Get connected with a volunteer lawyer
Learn about the Colorado Non-profit Association's COVID-19 updates & resources

Top Neighborhood News Stories

The Goods Restaurant Closes, Refocuses on Feeding Community

The Congress Park restaurant is using its remaining inventory to prepare free heat-and-eat meals for laid-off workers and others in need.
Photo of volunteers and staff members prepping free meals in The Goods restaurant kitchen
Volunteers and staff members prepare free meals at the Goods Restaurant. Photo courtesy of the Goods Restaurant.
While many Colorado restaurants are offering carryout and delivery service in hopes of staying afloat during the coronavirus pandemic, three-and-a-half-year-old Goods Restaurant is taking a different approach: giving meals away for free.
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Restaurant staffers are preparing heat-and-eat meals with the Goods’ remaining inventory, then working with a grassroots volunteer network to distribute the food to organizations and people in need. The restaurant’s 23 employees, who are now unemployed for the foreseeable future, are also taking the meals home to feed their families, says co-owner Mark Whistler. “This is a really hard place for me to be because of the uncertainty of our own financial picture,” Whistler says. “But even if it means we don’t come back in business, I’ll know that we did the right thing.”

Read the full article by SARAH KUTA at 5280.com

Howling, dancing and a supermoon: Cheesman Park slips into the fairy realm

Photo at dusk of Heather Farley whips a hula hoop around her body in Cheesman park
Heather Farley whips a hula hoop around her body in Cheesman Park. April 7, 2020. (Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite)
The howling began at 8 p.m. sharp, like every night. But Tuesday was different.

“This is the night to howl,” a man said as he hoofed it up 11th Avenue toward Cheesman Park.
An enormous full moon rose over the horizon as dusk set in.

In this fourth week of mandated social distancing and work-from-home — for those who can — it seemed like the park and streets became places to find peace and normalcy. But it felt extra normal, almost supernatural in the darkness.

Like the woods in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” the Cheesman neighborhood seemed to drift into the fairy realm.
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Read the full article by Kevin Beaty at denverite.com

National Jewish Develops COVID-19 Test, Results in 24 Hours

DENVER (CBS4)– National Jewish Health is now testing patients for suspected COVID-19. The hospital developed the diagnostic test in its in-house laboratories and National Jewish has created a clinic to evaluate sick patients. The hope is it will help take some pressure off emergency facilities.
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​Read the full article on denver.cbslocal.com

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, Leverage a $20K Matching Fund to Plant Trees ​

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Amidst today's turmoil and uncertainty, we renew our deep commitment to creating a healthy, vibrant, sustainable future for our communities.

Please join us in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day by donating to support the planting of new trees through our Denver Digs Trees program. Each gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $20,000, doubling the value your of you gift!
Donate to Denver Digs Trees today!

Meet the Park People!


Also In The News

COVID-19 Updates
  • Resources for tenants struggling to pay the rent​
  • Mayor Hancock urges the feds to improve PPE distribution as the city runs out
  • ​Denver extends stay-at-home order to April 30: Order was set to expire on April 11; state's order still not extended
  • Secretary of state sets up remote notary process: Those needing notarization now can access services without in-person requirement
  • ​Colorado issues statewide stay-at-home order: What's allowed and not allowed?
  • ​Polis urges Coloradans to wear cloth masks in public: Governor's guidance on COVID-19 comes as White House is expected to issue similar advice
  • Child care enrollment takes hard hit: Some centers still open, others suspend operations during response to virus
  • How first responder agencies are adjusting to the pandemic: Local fire departments and sheriff's offices face challenges finding safety equipment​
  • Denver Health asks hospital staff to use paid time off, take leave without pay due to COVID-19
Denver8TV Keeps You In The Know
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Your City Now has all the week's news for you in under 5 minutes!

The City and County of Denver's 5-minute news roundup that covers local government, city news, and local and public events. New episodes every Friday.
  • The next steps in the Census data collection process
  • Denver provides a service for entrepreneurs
  • Reporting potholes
  • Online services at the library
  • Examining resources for mental health wellness during this time
  • Plus,  Denver's response to COVID-1!

Tune in every week to keep up!
  • Denver is ticketing people and business owners who are breaking the city’s stay at home order
  • Coronavirus updates in Denver: news you can use and slices of life in these strange times
  • City and state lawmakers urge Gov. Polis to send in the National Guard to help Denver address homelessness amid the coronavirus outbreak
  • A large shelter for men experiencing homelessness will open at the National Western during the coronavirus outbreak​​
  • Denver metro area school districts close for the school year: Joint announcement made by 14 districts as peak approaches in Colorado​
  • COVID-19 testing not widely available to younger, healthy Coloradans: In light of federal action, testing may be free for many, but access remains limited​
  • Caring for Denver Foundation Announces Funding in Support of COVID-19 Community and Frontline Responders
  • ​​Caring for Denver Foundation Announces New Alternatives to Jail $7M Funding Opportunity​​
  • An ‘unexpected new normal’: Parents working at home juggle family duties during extended spring break
  • ​What's Open: A List of Open Businesses from Life On Capitol Hill
  • No, Mayor Hancock can’t cancel rent collection, and other questions Denverites asked during a coronavirus Twitter Q&A
  • Retail landlords weigh what they can offer tenants as April 1 rent due date approaches
​​Stories In Our Community
  • ​Are we still on for this Zoom Passover Seder or what?
  • Houseplant of the week: Seeds of faith for an entire congregation
  • Virtual sister time​ (a lighthearted story about national Siblings Day)
  • Law protects natural hair
  • Emergency foster homes needed for homeless dogs and cats in Denver​
  • SAME Cafe Extends Meal Service for the Hard-Hit and Hungry
​Arts, Culture, and Leisure
  • #PlayOn: Colorado Symphony's Digital Ode to Joy
  • ​Watch movies and support Denver Film simultaneouslyRecommended activities for the coming weeks
  • Let it roll: ‘The Toilet Paper Baron of Metro Denver’ wins third place in our flash-fiction contest
  • ​And all that jazz: Local musicians discuss importance of bringing jazz to rural U.S. areas
  • ​From blossoming careers to uncertainty: How Denver artists are getting by
  • ​Higher greens fees are coming to Denver’s public golf courses
  • ​A window into the business of art during the pandemic​​
  • ​Things Denver is doing while socially distancing: Round four of the bracket
​Business
  • U.S. Extends Individual Tax Filing Deadline from April 15 to July 15
  • Racines to close next year; owners under contract to sell land to developer
  • Business matters: Updates from 'Life on Capitol Hill'​
  • Coronavirus closes Brown Palace Hotel to guests — temporarily — for the first time in 128 years
  • Councilman Clark: Losing micro businesses on Broadway would be “soul crushing”
  • The new coronavirus outbreak changed the way realtors did business in March and may have spooked some sellers
  • ​Murals cover plywood that conceal the slow destruction of South Broadway’s small businesses
  • Denver marijuana delivery isn’t happening anytime soon, even though medical dispensaries were deemed “essential”
  • Wedding bells falling silent as COVID-19 disrupts plans, industry: Couples' plans postponed as vendors brace for industry impacts amid COVID-19
  • Snooze CEO: ‘Our whole focus is how do we survive this’
  • ​Real estate CEO, former GOP nominee, says he’s being investigated by FBI
  • Owner of purple Uptown building applies for demolition eligibility as five-story project proposed
Construction & Development
  • Rezone for CHUN’s ‘historical treasure’ mansion underway
  • Owners of condo complex off Speer apply for demolition eligibility
  • ​Third company in 14 months eyes redevelopment by Sports Castle
Health & Wellness
  • Fresh produce will abandon you in quarantine. Here’s how to keep it and waste less
  • ​Support groups for people with addiction, cancer and more are adapting during the coronavirus outbreak
  • ​At-home health care startup sees rise in demand as patients try to avoid hospitals​
  • ​As its clients stay home, Mental Health Center of Denver has turned to delivery
  • ​How a Denver family found itself saying goodbye to COVID-19-infected father over video chat​
  • CU School of Medicine: April 2 Issue (PDF)​
  • With gatherings prohibited, two options for funeral services: livestream or postpone​
  • ​‘The unknown creates a lot of unease’: Mental health professionals provide tips to manage anxiety
Transportation & Mobility
  • Some Denver streets will close to cars, giving people who walk and bike more elbow room during the coronavirus pandemic​​
  • RTD slashing service amid COVID-19 outbreak: Ridership down 70% during pandemic as people lose jobs or work from home
  • Some things haven’t changed. Drivers are still crashing cars onto the Cherry Creek Trail, for example.

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​​Adagio Bed and Breakfast 
​Alternative Medicine on Capitol Hill
​Cheesman Park Advocacy Group
​Denver Health​
​Good Chemistry
​Humboldt Street Neighborhood Assoc.
Alternative Medicine of Cap Hill
Althea Center For Engaged Spirituality
Angelo's Taverna
Argonaut Wine & Liquor 
Assistance League Denver
Atomic Provisions (Fat Sully's/Atomic Cowboy)
Axis Pilates
Bang Up to the Elephant
Barbara H de Jong, CFP, Edwards Jones
Barrington Condos
Capitol Convenience
Castle Lion Development, LLC
CCNNA
Colorado Vincentian Volunteers
Corner Beet
Cornerstone Apartments
​Denver Biscuit Company
Denver Community Church
Denver Health​
Denver Sweet
Ember Hostel
Empowerment Program
First Bank
Folk Artisans
Friends and Neighbors for Cheesman Park
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Good Chemistry 
Historic Denver, Inc.
Human Services Consultants  
Humphries Poli Architects
Investigations Law Group
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Marijuana Mansion
McCourt Mansion
Nob Hill Inn 
Paradise Cleaners
Park Tavern Restaurant 
Pete's Restaurants ​
Presbyterian/St. Lukes
Racines Restaurant
Rosen Properties
SafeHouse Denver
Sarkisian Oriental Rugs & Fine Art
Secret Sauce F&B (Steuben's & Ace Eat Serve)
Senior Housing Options
St Paul Health Center
St. Charles Town Company
Steubens Food Service
subculture
TBD FOODS
Terra Firma Investment
The Bank of Denver
The Center on Colfax
The Goods Restaurant
The Residences at Capitol Heights
The Parlour - Capitol Hill  
Tryba Architects 
Unbridle
Your Mom's House​
​And Many More ... !
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