Denver Needs Election Day Poll Workers   Two thousand citizens are needed to work at the polls on Election Day. You can help!  Please sign up. Need more information on voting in Denver? Visit the Denver Elections Division website.

Top Headlines Sunday, October 12, 2008 | 42 ° Overcast   MAYOR SUBMITS FY2008 BUDGET PROPOSAL Safety, Quality of Life focus of Mayor’s 2008 Budget Proposal Mayor John Hickenlooper delivered a balanced budget plan to Denver City Council, reflecting the administration’s focus on effective and efficient delivery of core services to citizens of the Mile High City. The $866 million FY 2008 Budget Proposal represents 3% growth over 2007, and includes $44.5 million for capital projects. "The proposed 2008 budget reflects our continued efforts to generate efficiencies within our existing programs and align limited additional resources with critical priorities that best and most directly serve the needs of our citizens," says Hickenlooper in a letter to City Council and Denver residents. WEST DENVER COP SHOP OPEN Denver volunteers staff newest COP shop The Denver Police Department recently celebrated the grand opening of the west Denver COP Shop. The storefront sub-station at 4200 Morrison Road is operated 100% by volunteers and donations. It is a place where citizens can file reports or obtain information about city services. There is also valuable information on crime prevention tips and programs.        News Archives         Current Headlines      1 2 3

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Announcements Non-Profits Can Raise Cash as Poll Workers In an innovative effort to meet the need for Election Day poll workers, nonprofit organizations can organize their volunteers to work the polls and donate their fees as a fund-raiser for the organization. Only 2 Free Public Art Tours Remain This Year! Two Saturdays left to explore the City’s public art program. Don't miss out on these free tours - one in October, one in November. Sign up now!  Read more for details.   Energy Assistance Applications Accepted Applications are now being accepted for the Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). The maximum benefit has been increased for the upcoming season to help families pay their energy bills this upcoming winter.  2008 One Book, One Denver Picked Mayor Hickenlooper has unveiled the 2008 One Book, One Denver selection. Dashiell Hammett’s Classic "The Thin Man" will be at the center of community-wide activities and events through October. 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