District 5 News

Take Our Annual Constituent Feedback Survey

Each fall, my office mails a survey to District 5 residents requesting your feedback to ensure that I am addressing the issues of concern in our neighborhoods. By comparing new data to responses we’ve received over the past several years, this feedback helps us track trends in community sentiment which is valuable information for my staff and I as we create our annual District 5 work plan. This feedback also dictates how we advocate for budget and projects within Council District 5 the following year.

2023-24 survey results showed that your top three concerns were crime, traffic and affordable housing. Here are a few of the initiatives we worked on in 2023-2024 in response to District 5 resident feedback:

• Beautified District 5 neighborhoods by hosting three volunteering initiatives that cleaned city-owned parks and open spaces and re-painted over 30 bus stop benches.
• Created "District 5 Projects Night" to connect District 5 residents with over 20 city agencies and community partners.
• Funded a traffic study of Exposition Avenue between Quebec Street and Leetsdale Drive, including the Monaco Parkway triangle intersection to design traffic calming measures for the City to install.
• Implemented the Near Southeast Area Plan through a legislative rezoning to direct future development along the Leetsdale corridor and to protect naturally occurring affordable housing in our neighborhoods.
• Partnered with data analysts from the Denver Police Department to overlay crime heat maps with street lighting to identify gaps and request additional lighting where it could be helpful in deterring crime.
• Sponsored a legislative rezoning of the Hale statistical neighborhood to allow for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).

Now it's time to share your priorities for 2025! You should receive a postcard in late August or early September with a QR code linking to the annual survey. In case you missed it, you can access the survey at https://bit.ly/2024D5Survey. Please fill out our Constituent Feedback Survey by Dec. 31^st, 2024. Thank you for your engagement and partnership as my office works to address issues of concern in our community!

Parking Improvements on Dayton Street

We know that residents of Windsor are very concerned about the parking situation on South Dayton Street. Something is finally going to be done about it in 2025!

Please join the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) and the District 5 Council Office for a virtual community conversation via Zoom on January 14 at 6:00 P.M. about making parking improvements on South Dayton Street. Register at: Bit.ly/DaytonStParking

In 2022, my Office conducted a traffic study of South Dayton Street between Alameda and Mississippi Avenues. This community conversation on January 14 is to discuss implementation of that traffic study, including potential changes to parking along S Dayton Street.

Register at: Bit.ly/DaytonStParking

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us at DenverCouncil5@denvergov.org. 

Compost Rollout to District 5 and Service Changes

Denver is accelerating its rollout of compost collection service. Customers in District 5 should look for a letter in December explaining how to sign up for service, with compost carts to arrive in February and March. More info at: www.denvergov.org/compostrollout

To be able to accelerate the compost rollout to the rest of the city, Mayor Johnston and the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) have announced service changes to recycling service and large-item pick-up. Starting in 2025, recycling service will be bi-weekly instead of weekly and large-item pick-up will be every 9 weeks instead of monthly. While we are extremely disappointed in these developments, we look forward to composting capabilities coming to the residents of District 5 quickly.

More info at: www.denvergov.org/expandedcollection

George Washington High School Food Pantry Needs Your Donations

George Washington High School operates an on-site food bank to provide fresh food, staples, and toiletries to families and staff in need. Over the past year, they have seen a 400% increase in the pantry. 

This service cannot survive without the generosity of our community. The best way to give is cash. It allows the food pantry to purchase bulk quantities from the Food Bank of the Rockies well below retail and wholesale prices, stretching your donations further.

There are three ways to donate:

• Cash or check dropped off in the front office made out to Patriots Care, Inc.
• Zelle to GWHS.Food.Pantry@gmail.com (put Food Pantry in the memo)
• Venmo to @GWPC-Be-Inspired (put Food Pantry in the memo)

They are also looking for volunteers to help on a weekly basis to cover a range of tasks. If you have time to give, you can sign up at: Patriots Care: George Washington High School Food Pantry (signupgenius.com).

If you have questions or would you like more information, please reach out to gwhs.food.pantry@gmail.com.

Downed Tree Branches

Early season snow can damage trees by weighing down leaves and branches. Here are tips to remove snow and manage fallen trees and branches:

Removing Snow from Trees:

• DO NOT attempt to remove snow if utility lines are near the tree.
• Use a broom to gently brush or shake snow off branches. Avoid rapid movements that could break limbs.

Downed Trees and Branches:

• Report fallen trees/branches blocking streets to 311 for city removal.
• Property owners are responsible for cleaning up debris on their private property and adjacent public areas.
• Do not relocate branches to parkways or other public areas.
• Hire a licensed tree care contractor for larger jobs.

Disposing of Branches:

• Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure collects a limited number of branches as part of its regular trash collection service.
• Branches must be 4 feet or less in length and 4 inches or less in diameter, bundled and tied, and weigh no more than 50 pounds. Up to 10 bundles of large item pickup day

Power Lines:

• Stay clear of downed power lines and report them to Xcel Energy at 1-800-895-1999.
• Call 911 immediately if a power line is in contact with a tree or other object.

For more information, visit denvergov.org/forestry.

Schlessman Public Library Needs Your Help!

One of DPL's most popular branch libraries is in need of renovations! Though the renovation was initially funded in 2017 through a city bond, increased construction and labor costs and inflation require additional funding to complete the project at its original scope.

The renovations will include an improved community room on the first level, a brand-new teen space, a larger children's library, and enhancements throughout the library that make spaces easier to access and use. But additional amenities will have to be cut from the project without additional funding. To find more information visit dplfriends.org/schlessman.

Ellsworth Ave. Storm System Phase 2 Status Update 

Phase 1 of the Ellsworth Storm project is complete. The project began in August

2021 at the intersection of Steele St and Ellsworth Ave. This work required

extensive relocation of underground utilities. Major work was performed in the

Ellsworth corridor to update and replace the storm sewer lines that flow down

Ellsworth Ave and connect to Steele St. Green Infrastructure planters were

placed on all corners of the Adams St and Ellsworth Ave intersection and the NE

corner of the Cook St and Ellsworth Ave intersection. Phase 1 ended just west of

Madison St on Ellsworth Ave.

The Phase 2 construction contract was approved by City Council in September, and construction has started!

General Information

• Awarded Contractor: Concrete Works of Colorado (CWC)
• Project Manager/DOTI Responsible Party: Blake Russo-Nixon, Construction Project Manager
• Contractual Information: CWC was given Notice to Proceed (NTP) on December 2, 2024. Construction is anticipated to be completed 3^rd quarter 2025.
• Typical Hours of Construction: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Unique circumstances may require work past 5:00 p.m., but all work will be completed prior to 9:00 p.m. per City of Denver Noise Ordinance. 
• Business/Driveway Access: All business and residential driveway access will be maintained during construction. There may be instances where alternative entry and exit parameters are required to complete the work. Each property owner will be contacted prior to access modifications.

Monthly Construction Look Ahead - December 2024

• Road Closures: Concrete Work of Colorado (CWC) will have the roadway closed on Ellsworth Ave. from just east of Cook St. to just west of Monroe St. Construction phasing will generally progress from west to east on Ellsworth Ave.
• Pedestrian Travel: There are no sidewalk or ADA ramp removals scheduled for December. When sidewalk is scheduled for removal, crews will maintain an open sidewalk path on one side of Ellsworth Ave. for pedestrian access.
• Construction Activities: There is no storm sewer work scheduled for December. Crews will be preforming survey, potholing for utilities, mobilizing in equipment and materials, and installing security fencing, vibration monitoring equipment & BMPs for erosion control. There will be some excavation work and relocation of utilities in conflict with the proposed storm system.
• Utility Work: A domestic waterline outage is anticipated mid-December near Ellsworth Ave. and Madison St. Each homeowner being affected will receive a notice on their door 48 hours prior to each outage. These outages are necessary to relocate the existing water mains and make room for the new storm system.
• Paving: CWC will begin to remove existing asphalt pavement. Ellsworth Ave. will be completely re-paved from street edge to street edge by the end of this project.
• Vibration Monitoring: The project team will install vibration monitoring equipment onsite and continue to monitor vibration levels caused by construction so that they remain at an acceptable level.

Denver Water East Colfax Pipe Replacement Project

Next week, the crew will work on the following segment of East Colfax Avenue:

• Elm Street to Fairfax Street.

The typical work schedule on the project will continue to be Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Weekend work may be required throughout the project.

Project details 

Denver Water will replace nearly 5 miles of aging pipe along East Colfax Avenue, between Broadway and Yosemite Street, working in two- to three-block segments at a time. The entire project should be complete by the end of 2024 or early 2025.

Local access to residences and businesses will be maintained throughout the project.

Construction schedules are subject to change due to weather and may be altered to accommodate major events in Denver. Commuters should expect delays in this area. For more information or to sign up to receive updates, we encourage folks to visit denverwater.org/Colfax. Denver Water and RTD are coordinating to minimize impacts to bus routes throughout the project. For more information about bus routes, visit RTD Service Alerts.

The pipe replacement work is taking place in advance of the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project, which is being led by the Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, in partnership with RTD, Colorado Department of Transportation, the Federal Transit Authority and the City of Aurora.

Project resources

• Denver Water Customer Care (Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.): 303-893-2444
• 24-hour Emergency line: 303-628-6801
• Project website: denverwater.org/Colfax
• Project email address: WaterUDoing@denverwater.org
• Water Outage FAQs
• Street Restoration FAQs

#WeBackTheFax

Work is underway on the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, aimed at improving reliable, safe and sustainable transit along the corridor. Visit the project website to learn more about the improvements happening along the corridor and to sign up for notifications.

East Colfax Avenue businesses are open! This holiday season, support local businesses along East Colfax for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Here’s how:

• Eat, drink, shop or play at an East Colfax Avenue business.
• Take a photo or video showcasing your support for the business.
• Post on social media with the hashtag #WeBackTheFax and tag the business.
• Unplugged from social media? Submit your photo via this form.

Colorado Boulevard BRT Study

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) in collaboration with the Regional Transportation District, the City and County of Denver, Arapahoe County, and the City of Glendale, is working to deliver Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) on Colorado Boulevard. The primary project area is on Colorado Boulevard from I-70 to Evans Avenue. 

BRT provides high-quality transit service by combining the capacity and efficiency of light rail with the flexibility, cost and simplicity of bus service. The Colorado BRT project will build upon the results of the Colorado Boulevard Corridor Plan. 



Colorado Boulevard is a state highway and commercial corridor connecting people to jobs, schools, health care, shopping, restaurants, recreational destinations, and many other key destinations. Colorado Boulevard is the only major arterial on the city's east side that moves people between the northern and southern boundaries of Denver and connects to Glendale. It is a backbone of activity for both Denver and Glendale, but can be a difficult street to travel by any means other

than a car.

If you have any questions, visit the project website, contact the project hotline by phone at 720-900-5609 or reach out via e-mail to ColoradoBlvdBRT@gmail.com

Jackson Street Storm Drain Project Update

STATUS

The snowy days this week held up the last bits of landscaping, but the NJH parking lot was paved just in time before the weather came in. Striping of the lot, and the installation of sod near the pond and tree lawn on the west side of Colorado Boulevard, will be completed next week. Once that work is finished, 14th Avenue will reopen fully.

TRAVEL + PEDESTRIAN IMPACTS

The right-hand turn lane at E. 14th Ave. / Colorado Blvd. remains closed starting at Harrison. Right-hand turns onto Colorado Blvd. from E. 14th Ave. are still permitted.

QUESTIONS?

Just email, or call / text the project hotline—they reply very quickly. The project website also has updated project details: Bit.ly/JSStorm

Reminder - Help Us Spot Neighborhood Issues During 311 Thursdays

We're asking District 5 residents to call in an issue, problem, or complaint every Thursday! Is there a pothole on your street? Graffiti on an electrical box or building? Tall weeds or overgrown vegetation in your neighborhood? An intersection that needs improvements? Please report to 311! Not only will this help the City know where problems are, it will generate needed data to show how the City can best allocate its resources to make our neighborhoods safer!

Community Spotlight

Manny Fuentes

Hello District 5! I'm Officer Fuentes with the Denver Police Department. I'm currently assigned to District 3 as a Community Resource Officer. As a Community Resource Officer, my duties and responsibilities are to maintain communication, interact, and teach community members on when and how to call the police. 

I was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico moving to Denver in 2009. I have two boys one 6 years old, one 4 month old and yes, I miss my sleep! I began my law enforcement career in Corrections where I worked as a Corrections Officer for 8 years. I might be the only DPD officer in District 3 that can say they've "spent time" in prison. I've been a Denver Police Officer since 2017 starting in Patrol, after the academy. I spent several years on patrol before moving to the Community Resource position in March of this year. Moving into this new position made me realize that we have a lot of resources for community members to stay informed on crime and events going on in the District. One event in particular is our Neighborhood Watch Training that myself and other Community Resource Officers host for community members. Anyone can come to events that we have and we hope you can all join us for some! I hope you all have Happy Holidays and stay safe!  

If you're interested in attending events or would like to see what we have for the month, please reach out at 720-913-1183 or at manuel.fuentes@denvergov.org.  

Small Business Spotlight

Local Jones

Local Jones features genuine and reliable fare in a socially engaging atmosphere. Friends and soon to be friends come together to celebrate the things we cherish: great food, great wine, great company from morning to night.

We take hospitality to heart by ensuring all of our guests feel at home and leave satisfied, nourished and inspired.

Come in and try our neighborhood favorites from a table in the lounge or the outdoor patio. From the LJ Burger to the Beet Hummus, there is something on our menu for every palate.

Thank you for your dedication to our community!

Video Recap

You may have seen the short, informational video clips Councilwoman Sawyer has recorded in an effort to provide transparency and to better connect residents to your government. Watch recent clips below!

WATCH: Sign-up to be a Snow Angel!

WATCH: December 10 is Colorado Gives Day!

WATCH: Be a good neighbor #LiveLoveD5!

WATCH: Have a happy Thanksgiving!

Upcoming Rezonings

If you are interested in commenting during a hearing, please review the guidelines and FAQs, and sign up to speak here. Sign-up for public comment at a hearing begins 45 minutes prior to the Committee’s scheduled start time and ends 15 minutes before the meeting begins. Click here for information about how to participate virtually.

There is currently one open re-zoning in District 5

• Near Southeast Area Plan was filed on September 11, 2024. The proposed Area Plan, including re-zonings, was at Planning Board on November 6 and you can watch that meeting here. The Near Southeast Area Plan was at City Council's Land Use, Transportation and Infrastructure (LUTI) Committee on November 19, 2024, and will be heard by City Council on Monday, December 16th at 5:30 pm. There will be a public hearing on January 6, 2025.

Upcoming public hearings 

*dates are subject to change

December 16

• Bundle - Text Amendment
• 2258 N Perry Street
• 1000 S Logan Street

December 23

• No public hearings

December 30

• No Council meeting

Citywide News

Recycle Your Holiday Lights

Did you find broken, burned-out or impossibly tangled sets of lights stored away with last year’s holiday decorations? Don’t throw them out! Recycle them instead by dropping them off at our Cherry Creek Recycling Center or Blue Star Recyclers through January 2. Please note, holiday lights will only be accepted for recycling at drop off locations and should not be placed in purple recycling carts.

Last year, Denver residents recycled 4,352 lbs. of holiday lights - that’s more than two tons of lights!

How to Recycle Your Lights:

Here’s What’s Accepted:

• Light strings and wires with incandescent, LED, and "icicle" lights
• Attached bulbs okay

Here’s What’s Not Accepted:

• Bubble lights (liquid-filled) or neon lights
• Lights contained in plastic bags or cardboard boxes; please remove light strings from packaging material

FREE Drop-off Locations:

Cherry Creek Recycling Center

• Located near the intersection of S. Quebec St. and E. Cherry Creek South Drive. Enter going south on Cherry Creek Dr. South (follow the signs)
• Drop off Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and city holidays

Blue Star Recyclers 

• 953 Decatur St, Denver, CO 80204
• Drop off Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Closed on Sundays
• Note: Blue Star will be closed December 24 - January 1; the drop site will reopen Thursday, January 2

In addition, a reminder that Treecycle will begin December 26. Recycle your holiday tree by dropping it off at one of our collection sites! Trees received at Treecycle drop sites will be turned into mulch made available to Denver residents in the spring! Trees left out for collection will be collected as Large Item Pickup and not mulched. 

Connect for Health Colorado has officially kicked off Open Enrollment!

Open Enrollment runs November 1 - January 15 and is the time to sign up for a health insurance plan or renew a current plan.

Who We Are

• Connect for Health Colorado is the state’s official health insurance marketplace. Our mission is to increase access, affordability and choice for individuals, families and small employers purchasing health insurance in Colorado.

What We Do

• We provide a marketplace for Coloradans who don’t receive health insurance through Medicaid, Medicare, or their employer to shop, compare, and enroll in a health insurance plan.
• We are the only place where residents can qualify for and receive financial help for their health insurance.
• This year, 3 out of 5 customers eligible for financial help can find a plan for $10 a month or less.
• We anticipate 81% of customers will receive financial help.

Open Enrollment

• Open Enrollment is the only time during the year Coloradans can sign up for a health insurance plan without needing a qualifying life change event.
• Enroll by December 15^th for coverage starting January 1^st, 2025.
• Enroll by January 15^th for coverage starting February 1^st, 2025.

New Options for Coloradans Who Are Immigrants

• NEW this year, Coloradans with DACA status can shop and apply for financial help with Connect for Health Colorado.
• NEW this year, current SilverEnhanced Savings recipients through the OmniSalud program can re-enroll between November 1^st and November 22^nd. This is not an auto-renewal: action is required!
• After the re-enrollment process for current SilverEnhanced Savings customers ends, all left over SilverEnhanced Savings spots will go to first-come, first-served starting at 8am November 25^th. 
• NEW this year, children 18 and under and pregnant Coloradans who meet Medicaid criteria except for immigration status will become eligible for Medicaid and CHP+ coverage starting January 1^st 2025. Apply through PEAK. 

Get Expert Help 

• Coloradans do not have to go it alone! We have a network of over 1,000 certified experts across the state to assist with enrollments.
• Find a broker or assister in any Colorado community here.
• Find help with health coverage for immigrants, or help in a specific language, here. 

Help Us Spread the Word

• Please use the materials in our Open Enrollment toolkit to spread the word about Open Enrollment in your newsletters and social media feeds! Let’s get Colorado covered!
• We would love to partner with your office on a town hall presentation or health coverage webinar. 
• For any questions or requests please reach out to Jessalyn Hampton, Sr. Manager of Public Affairs and Outreach at jhampton@c4hco.com

Thrive in Mile High Survey

The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE) will be conducting the Thrive in the Mile High Survey in order to understand the health and well-being of our residents. We hope the results of the survey will help pinpoints areas of concern and provide critical insights to guide public health efforts across Denver.

Your voice is important! We want to hear from you about the health issues that matter most to you and your community. Your participation in the Thrive in the Mile High Survey is essential in helping us create a healthier Denver. The information you share will directly influence our plans and initiatives, ensuring that we address the health concerns that affect you and your loved ones.

Join us in this important effort to make Denver a place where everyone can lead a healthy life. Thank you for being an integral part of our community’s health journey! Your input will make a difference!

Learn more about the Thrive in the Mile High survey by visiting: denvergov.org/ThriveMileHigh.  

Civil Service Commission Opening



The City Council of the City and County of Denver is seeking candidates for consideration to serve on the Denver Civil Service Commission. The commission is responsible for administering the testing process for entry-level and promotional positions within the Denver Police and Fire Departments, policy administration, and hearing disciplinary appeals of classified members, and endeavors to certify the best qualified candidates for employment and promotions who represent the diversity of the Denver community.

Duties:

This position will fill the remainder of a term for a vacated seat and will be eligible to seek an additional term in May 2026. Term lengths are two years.

The Commissioners oversee the administrative functions of the Executive Director, who supervises a staff of professional, technical, and clerical employees, in addition to Background Investigators. By City Charter, the duties and responsibilities of the Civil Service Commission include:

• Foster and maintain a merit personnel system for the classified service of the Denver Police and Fire Departments.
• Adopting and enforcing rules related to Charter mandated duties, powers, and responsibilities.
• Examining, screening and certifying applicants for original appointment to the Classified Service within the Denver Police and Fire Departments.
• Examining and certifying candidates for promotional appointment to the Classified Service within the Denver Police and Fire Departments.
• Hearing disciplinary appeals of classified members.
• Conducting investigations into matters involving the administration and enforcement of the Charter and Commission Rules.

Denver City Council seeks Commissioners who will help foster public confidence in the Civil Service system.

Qualifications:

Members must be a citizen of the United States to serve on the board.

Terms:

Members serve terms of two years and may be reappointed for additional two-year terms. The current opening on the board is to fill a vacancy with a term end date of May 1, 2026.

Compensation:

Members of the Commission receive a compensation of $100 per meeting.

Meetings:

The Commission meets in-person the second and fourth Wednesday at 3:00PM.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit an application on the Denver City Council Boards and Commission web page, by Friday, January 10, 2025.

Questions:

For any questions please contact Melissa Mata at melissa.mata@denvergov.org.

Give5 Mile High

5 Hours, Every Month, Every Denverite

During the 2024 State of the City address, Mayor Mike Johnston proudly announced the launch of Give5 Mile High, a new citywide volunteer initiative led by Denver First Lady Courtney Johnston. This program empowers Denverites to come together and strengthen our community through collective service. The Mayor and First Lady are excited to have Denver businesses like, Be A Good Person, R&R Headlabs, TOPO Designs, Maria Empanada and Little Man Ice Cream providing discounts and incentives to Give5 Mile High volunteers who complete their five hours or more each month. 



Learn more about Give5 Mile High here: denvergov.org/Give5MileHigh

Check if you are Eligible for Property Tax Relief

Get a refund on your 2023 property taxes! If you live in Denver County and qualify for the Property Tax Relief Program, you can get an average refund of $1,000. You may qualify if you are:

• A renter or homeowner who is 65 or older
• A renters or homeowner who was disabled all of 2023
• A homeowner who lived with at least one dependent minor child in 2023

This program has income limits and other qualification requirements. Check to see if you qualify and apply at www.denvergov.org/propertytaxrelief

Expanded Public Participation Sign-Up Time

Recently, City Council passed the update to the Rules of Procedure that not only expands the time to sign-up to speak but also offers the option of a more formal written testimony process. These changes take immediate effect and above is a handy chart!

The District Attorney's December Scam Spotter

Don't Let Scammers Ruin Your Holidays

Holiday shopping is also a scammer's favorite time of year. That’s because consumers are more likely to shop on websites that lack security, buy without doing research, make purchases on websites that have sprung up overnight, use weak passwords, and click on social media sites offering 'good deals'.

The best defense against scammers is you. Staying web-safe means employing all the tips we've provided over the years. Don't let potential scammers take the fun out of the season. Have fun shopping for that perfect gift, but don't add a scammer to your gift-giving list. Read on for tips about staying scam-safe.

Community Events & Meetings

Cherry Creek Holiday Market

November 21 through December 24

Taking place daily in Cherry Creek North on Fillmore Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues from November 21 through December 24, you can discover 50+ weekly rotating local makers, designers and creators outdoors at the Cherry Creek Holiday Market, produced by Fetch Concepts. Providing shoppers a wide array of premium options and unique gifts, this free outdoor event also features a highly decorated holiday atmosphere and a full bar of festive drinks inside Mistletoe Lounge.

Market hours:

• Sunday - Wednesday: Noon to 7:00 P.M.
• Thursday - Saturday: 11:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.
• Thanksgiving Day: Noon to 3:00 P.M.
• Christmas Eve: Noon to 3:00 P.M.

COMMUNITY SHOWCASE: Indomitably Indigenous

On view November 1, 2024, through January 1, 2025

November is Native American Heritage Month, and the Denver Art Museum invites you to visit the annual community showcase Indomitably Indigenous, opening November 1 and on view through January 1. This community exhibition highlights the creativity of Indigenous youth ages 12 to 25. On view in the Wonderscape gallery on the lower level of the museum’s Martin Building, artworks in the showcase celebrate the Indigenous identities and artistic abilities of emerging artists in the Denver metro area. More info: https://bit.ly/Indomitably-Indigenous

Registered Neighborhood Organizations

Denver is a unique city in promoting greater citizen involvement through organized neighborhood associations. Currently, there are 78 statistical neighborhoods represented by more than 200 registered neighborhood organizations (RNOs), Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) and Homeowner Associations (HOAs).

In its defined geographic area, an RNO will normally address neighborhood quality of life issues - such as traffic, development and zoning, crime, communication and licensing, and promote social activities to enhance residential spirit, developing a sense of community, and encourage resident participation. RNOs meet regularly and many send out newsletters to keep residents informed on neighborhood issues and events.

Get more involved in your community by joining your Registered Neighborhood Organization (RNO). Below is a list of Council District 5 community organizations. You can also find out which RNO you belong to by entering your address or selecting a location on the map.

• Bellevue-Hale Neighborhood Association
• Cherry Creek East Association
• Cherry Creek North Neighborhood Association
• Country Club Historic Neighborhood Inc.
• Crestmoor Park (2nd Filing) Homes Association
• Crestmoor Park Neighborhood Association
• Driving Park Historic District
• Hilltop Neighborhood Association
• Hilltop Heritage Association
• Historic Montclair Community Association, Inc.
• Lowry Community Master Association
• Lowry United Neighborhoods
• Mayfair Neighbors, Inc.
• Mayfair Park Neighborhood Association
• Park Forest Homeowners Association
• Preservation of Residential South Hilltop Neighborhood Association
• Rangeview Neighborhood Association
• Seventh Avenue Neighborhood Association
• South Hilltop Neighborhood Association
• Windsor Gardens Association
• Winston Downs Community Association

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