Top Headlines Friday, November 21, 2008 | 24 ° Few Clouds   Mayors 2007 Budget Released Public Gets Look at Guiding Document SEPTEMBER 15, 2006 -- Mayor John Hickenlooper presented his administration's proposed City budget for 2007 Friday, September 15, 2006. The document, now on-line, is available here for inspection. Colfax Design Guidelines Review The City and County of Denver Public Works Department recently released the Draft Colfax Street Design Guidelines. Public Works in now in the midst of a public process that reviews and collects input on the proposal. The Guidelines have been distributed to neighborhood groups, City agencies, CDOT, and local districts along Colfax Ave.        News Archives         Current Headlines      1

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Announcements Name the New Justice Center Buildings Have any ideas about what the new Detention Center and Courthouse should be named?   The Mayor is inviting you to submit suggestions. City Seeks Comments on Use of Foreclosure Funds The Office of Economic Development has drafted a plan for how to spend $6.1 million in federal funds to acquire and redevlop foreclosed properties. The public comment period runs through November 30th. Help Low-Income Families Get Tax Refunds You can be trained to help file tax returns for people who are struggling in these challenging economic times. No experience needed.  Apply by November 30th. Mayor's Gala Ball 2008 It's the 25th annual showcase of  ballroom dance talent in the City. Make it part of your holiday season and dance the night away! Celebrate Geography and GIS Systems! Learn about the innovative ways City agencies use Geographic Information Systems technology to analyze data and create maps.  Don't miss GIS Day 2008. LeafDrop Program Ends December 5th The last weekend for the Denver LeafDrop program is November 15 and 16, with two weekday sites open until December 5th. You're encouraged to dig your leaves into your garden, compost them or use them as mulch and take the rest to a LeafDrop collection site. Parade of Lights Right Around the Corner! The 34th Annual Parade of Lights takes place December 5 and 6 in downtown Denver. For more information visit the event website.   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. More Announcements      1