Latest Convention News   City Maps Mobility for Downtown Access During Convention Plan maximizes downtown access to residents, employees and customers. Roads and transit will be open to enable area residents to come downtown and attend public events. Additional screening and security will affect some locations.     Denver Provides Budget Overview for Security Equipment DNC Parade Route Slots Announced   More...

Top Headlines Wednesday, July 23, 2008 | 79 ° Mostly Cloudy   UNDERAGE DRINKING ENFORCEMENT Denver businesses caught selling alcohol to minors   The Denver Police Department recently cited eight Denver businesses caught selling alcohol to a minor.  Fifteen establishments were ordered to appear before the Excise and License Bureau for license review.  The department’s Alcohol Enforcement Team conducted an age compliance operation February 15th, during which 27 bars, four liquor stores and one gas station were visited.      A release from the Denver Police Department says law enforcement officials were encouraged that the majority of establishments followed proper protocols, asking for I.D.’s and turning away minors who were trying to purchase alcohol.  They say that by doing so the businesses support efforts to curtail underage drinking.   Free Tax Preparation For Families Earning Less than $40,000   The Denver Asset Building Coalition (DABC) will help hard-working low-income families with their tax return preparation. This assistance will claim tax refunds from the Earned Income Tax Credit. A Tax SuperSite at 2980 Curtis St. will be open January 26 through April 15. with Saturday hours each weekend.        Archives         Headlines      1 2

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Announcements Denver Election Information The Denver Elections Division has a new location and a new website. Both places have the most current and accurate election information for Denver voters. Visit the website www.DenverVotes.org     Cinemocracy: Democracy on Film Capture your definition of democracy in a five minute production and submit it.  The deadline is August 1.  The top 10 videos will be shown during the DNC. http://www.cinemocracy.org/ for details  Parks & Rec Wants Public Input on Rec Centers Denver residents are being asked to help decide the future of the City's rec centers. The Parks & Recs Department is hosting a series of public meetings to gather public comment.   Summer Sounds Ring through the Air in July!         Denver Office of Cultural Affairs, Colorado Council on the Arts and Target presents the Colorado Symphony Orchestra outdoors at two Denver parks  -  July 3 and July 24 City Looking for 150 Exceptional Residents This November on the city''s 150th anniversary,  Mayor John Hickenlooper will honor Denver's 150 .  These will be people who are doing something extraordinary that is making the City a better place for generations to come.   Build a Better Denver Citizens can follow progress on neighborhood bond projects. Visit the Better Denver website focusing to learn about capital maintenance, health and safety, transportation, libraries and cultural facilities and parks and recreation infrastructure. Movies in the Parks June 6 - Aug 2: Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic goodies for a fun-filled night under the stars. 16 family-friendly films on outdoor screens with high quality sound is one-of–a-kind experience.   More Announcements      1 2