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  Denver Headlines Thursday, May 15, 2008 | 51 ° Overcast  
Infrastructure Bond Projects on Nov. 6 Ballot


The attached spreadsheet lists the infrastructure bond projects (download) on the November 6, 2007 ballot.
The first question would establish a 2.5 mill increase in property taxes - those funds would be dedicated to maintenance of city infrastructure and assets.
 
The following eight questions address projects in the following order: 
  • Health and Human Services Facilities
  • Libraries
  • Streets, Transportation and Public Works
  • Park System Facilities
  • Public Office Facilities
  • Cultural Facilities deferred maintenance
  • Cultural Facilities new construction
  • Public Safety Facilities
For more information including the City Council ordinance, visit the City Council Web site.
To view video coverage of a community forum on the topic visit Denver Decides election programming.
DPS ANNOUNCES REFORM PLAN
Plans unveiled for school closures, creation of new school programs

Some parents, students and teachers in the Denver Public School system are facing an uncertain academic future.  DPS officials on Monday announced eight elementary schools are closing; as many as five schools will change their academic programs

The decision comes after several months of review by A+, the civic organization created to help reform schools in the Denver area. 

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 Event Highlights
5th Annual 5 Points Jazz
May 17 – 5th Annual 5 Points Jazz is Saturday, May 17th.  Performances and activities begin at 11 a.m. at venues along Welton Street in historic Five Points.  All performances and activities are free.  For a complete list of events visit www.DenverGov.org/5PointsJazz.  View video.
 
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Colorado Colfax Marathon
 
May 18 - Event celebrates the revitalization of America’s longest continuous street — Colfax Avenue. The course highlights interesting historic sites along Colfax and, of course, views of the majestic Rocky Mountains.  Third Annual Post-News Event!
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Denver Parks and Rec Summer Camp
The perfect, affordable solution to entertain your children on summer days. Denver Parks and Recreation will be hosting six outdoor-based day camps within our parks and eleven indoor camps at various recreation centers. 
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The 2008 Democratic National Convention
comes to Denver in August.
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 Cultural Events Calendars

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Visit Denver's cultural events calendar for the best activities that Denver has to offer.

 Other Events and Calendar Listings

Arts to Zoo - Colorado's Guide to Cultural Events and Organizations - by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District [SCFD] 

Downtown Denver Events, events within the Downtown Denver area that celebrate, cultural diversity, community pride and the visual, performing and culinary arts.

 

 Social calendar and other events for Colorado's nonprofit organizations

 
      

 Denver Cultural Facilities

Denver Art Museum - World-class art collection and special events, shopping, great food, and more.

Denver Botanic Gardens - Spectacular 23-acre urban oasis offers an unforgettable artistic garden experience and education.

Denver Museum of Nature and Science - Natural wonders of Colorado, Earth, and the universe. - Leading resource for informal science education.

Denver Performing Arts Complex -Regional theatre, Broadway shows, dance and ballet, symphony orchestra, opera and more.
Denver Zoo is home to nearly 4,000 animals representing over 700 species and is one of the most popular zoos in the United States.
Other Cultural Facilities and Organizations supported by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District
 
      

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