Do Registered Neighborhood Associations Really Matter?
Click here to read an editorial in the Glendale Cherry Creek Chronicle regarding the impact Denver's RNOs have on City Council's decisions on issues that greatly impact the composition and livability of our neighborhoods.
An excerpt:
An excerpt:
"Denver has been described as a city of neighborhoods. It has 78 recognized neighborhoods and many more registered neighborhood associations. There is even an umbrella organization called INC (Inter-Neighborhood Cooperation). Because candidates when running for City Council court and are always deferential to neighborhood associations, many everyday citizens think that their neighborhood associations are highly influential regarding the actions of their elected representatives. In the last few years, neighborhood associations from Cherry Creek North to Hilltop to Mayfair to Congress Park to Crestmoor Park and across the City have had their innocence badly shattered."
Denver Council - New Neighborhoods & Planning Committee
The Neighborhoods and Planning Committee will meet every other Wednesday of each month at 10:30am.
The committee appointments are:
For more information, please visit www.denvergov.org.
The committee appointments are:
- Councilwoman Susman (Chair)
- Councilwoman Montero (Vice-Chair)
- Councilman Brooks
- Councilman Nevitt
- Councilwoman Robb
- Councilwoman Shepherd
For more information, please visit www.denvergov.org.
RHGNA Newsletters - Delivery by Request Only
From now on, printed newsletters will be delivered to your door BY REQUEST ONLY.
If you would like to continue to receive printed newsletters, please contact Bev Cox at 303-778-1018 or Pamela Quigley at 303-722-4454 to request this service. Or use the contact form below.
If you would like to continue to receive printed newsletters, please contact Bev Cox at 303-778-1018 or Pamela Quigley at 303-722-4454 to request this service. Or use the contact form below.
If you would like to receive our newsletter by email, please subscribe to our mailing list on the homepage.
Recently Moved to Rosedale?
Please contact Maggie Reger to that she can welcome you to the neighborhood and deliver a NEW MEMBER PACK to you.
Please consider donating $15 to RHGNA so we can continue to bring you informative meetings and fun events! Click the DONATE button at the bottom of our HOME page. Thank you!
INTER NEIGHBORHOOD COOPERATION (INC)
RHGNA is a member of INC. To find out more information about INC, click here.
To listen to a recent radio interview with INC President, Larry Ambrose, click here.
To read the latest INC newsletter, click here.
To listen to a recent radio interview with INC President, Larry Ambrose, click here.
To read the latest INC newsletter, click here.
Advertisers Needed!
Most of what we accomplish is through a dedicated team of volunteers donating their time and materials. However, we always need funds to help maintain our website and P.O. Box, print newsletters and signs, etc.
Support from local businesses is essential to our success as a neighborhood association. The printed newsletter is delivered or emailed to all homes and businesses within the neighborhood boundaries four times per year.
If you would like to advertise in our newsletter or become a Sponsor with additional benefits, please download our Rate Schedule.
Support from local businesses is essential to our success as a neighborhood association. The printed newsletter is delivered or emailed to all homes and businesses within the neighborhood boundaries four times per year.
If you would like to advertise in our newsletter or become a Sponsor with additional benefits, please download our Rate Schedule.
THANKS to our Neighborhood Businesses!
Thanks to the many businesses that support our organization with their advertising, coupons and donations! See the Neighborhood page for valuable coupons redeemable at some of our supporting businesses. Also, thank them for their support by patronizing their business. Shop and dine locally!
You can see a comprehensive listing of the businesses in Rosedale here.
You can see a comprehensive listing of the businesses in Rosedale here.
SAFETY - RHGNA PHILOSOPHY
We make a concerted effort to collect the latest information on area crimes. We hope to keep our neighbors informed which enables you to protect yourselves from harm and safeguard families and property. We maintain a close relationship with the Denver Police Department. Our community police officers are regular speakers at our General Meetings.
If you experience a crime in or near the neighborhood, please report it to the police as soon as possible. This helps the department keep accurate accounting of criminal activity in our area and take appropriate action. Please also report any incidents to RHGNA, so we can alert our neighbors via our email blasts.
As our officers have told us numerous times, WE are our best defense against crime. Please report suspicious activity to the police. Also, consider turning on front and back porch lights at night to dissuade vandals and thieves. Motion detector lights in the alley ways are a good deterrent.
If you experience a crime in or near the neighborhood, please report it to the police as soon as possible. This helps the department keep accurate accounting of criminal activity in our area and take appropriate action. Please also report any incidents to RHGNA, so we can alert our neighbors via our email blasts.
As our officers have told us numerous times, WE are our best defense against crime. Please report suspicious activity to the police. Also, consider turning on front and back porch lights at night to dissuade vandals and thieves. Motion detector lights in the alley ways are a good deterrent.
SAFETY - DENVER POLICE DEPARTMENT - HOW TO CONTACT
Please report all crimes to the Denver Police Department. The non-emergency phone number is 720-913-2000. You can also file a report online here.
In case of emergency, always dial 911.
In case of emergency, always dial 911.
SAFETY - Keep Rosedale Safe, Report Dangerous Driving
Do you regularly see dangerous drivers or speeding cars in Rosedale? Are cars not slowing down in School Zones? Download a Traffic Complaint form here, and fax it to Precinct 3. Details on form. Please let us know that you've taken steps to help keep Rosedale safe. Thanks!
SAFETY - POLICE CHIEF WHITE'S WEEKLY BLOG UPDATE
Find out what's happening at the Denver Police Department. You can follow Chief White's weekly blog update here.
Denver Police Pilot Project - Body Cameras
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The Denver Police Department has started using body cameras on their officers. The current 6 month pilot project is part of a grant from Taser International in partnership with a study by Cambridge University, which will be the first of its kind for a major metropolitan city. Watch the Youtube video.
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Chief White Responds to recent concerns about use of force in Denver
See Cheif White's response here.
Fraud Alert from Denver Police - Police Impersonators
Recently, Denver Police are getting a growing number of reports of callers impersonating Denver Police and Denver Sheriff's Officers. The caller calls the victim claiming to be an officer, and asks for the person by name. They then tell the victim that they have missed a jury summons, have an unpaid-for citation, has an outstanding warrant, or has unpaid payday loans. The caller explains to the victim that they can avoid immediate arrest by simply paying a fine. The caller uses the threat of immediate arrest to scare the victim into complying. The victim is given a number of options for transferring funds, which are quickly and easily accessed by the caller. Once the money is transferred it's almost always not recoverable.
The number that displays on caller ID's appears to be from the Denver Police or Sheriff's Office, but it's really a ruse and the caller is usually from outside the United States. Callers have also claimed to be from other government agencies, such as the IRS, and FBI.
Use the following tips to avoid becoming a victim of this scam:
Legitimate government agency would not use wire services or pre-pay services, for the collection of fines.
If you receive a call from a party attempting to get you to send money for a fine or arrest warrant, hang up and contact your local police department.
The number that displays on caller ID's appears to be from the Denver Police or Sheriff's Office, but it's really a ruse and the caller is usually from outside the United States. Callers have also claimed to be from other government agencies, such as the IRS, and FBI.
Use the following tips to avoid becoming a victim of this scam:
- Neither the Denver Police Department nor the Denver Sheriff's Department gives advance warning of arrests.
- Denver's law enforcement agencies do not ask for payment over the phone or negotiate payment with a party to negate a valid arrest warrant.
- Do NOT provide the caller with any personal information.
- Get names, badge numbers and assignment information from the caller.
- Verify the information you were given by contacting the Denver Police or Denver Sheriff’s Office directly. Avoid using any phone numbers provided by the caller.
Legitimate government agency would not use wire services or pre-pay services, for the collection of fines.
If you receive a call from a party attempting to get you to send money for a fine or arrest warrant, hang up and contact your local police department.
SAFETY - Rosedale Neighborhood Now in Police District 3
As on July 14, 2013, the Police Department has restructured its Districts. Now, Rosedale Neighborhood is in Police District 3, Sector 313.
District 3 Station is located at 1625 S. University Blvd., just north of I-25. Our District Commander is Joseph Montoya.
If you have any questions regarding crime prevention issues, please contact our District 3 Community Resource Officer Tony Burkhardt at 720-913-1231.
Click here to learn more about District 3.
District 3 Station is located at 1625 S. University Blvd., just north of I-25. Our District Commander is Joseph Montoya.
If you have any questions regarding crime prevention issues, please contact our District 3 Community Resource Officer Tony Burkhardt at 720-913-1231.
Click here to learn more about District 3.
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Commander Montoya holds monthly Community Meetings the first Thursday of each month at 6 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Our committed RHGNA Officers make every effort to attend Commander Montoya's Monthly Meetings. If you have an issue that you'd like us to bring to his attention, please get in touch. |
Safety - Street & Alley Lighting
Xcel Energy of Colorado installs and maintains all lighting for public streets and alleys for the City of Denver. The City of Denver has authorized Xcel Energy to install at least one street light for every public street intersection throughout the City. In newer subdivisions, the City has authorized Xcel Energy to install mid-block street lights as well.
Certain older sections of the City, where streets were built before mid-block street lighting was required, can petition for an additional street light to be installed at City cost. In areas where there are public alleys, residents of a block can petition for a light to be added to an existing wood pole in their alley also at City cost.
Learn more and download the petition here.
Certain older sections of the City, where streets were built before mid-block street lighting was required, can petition for an additional street light to be installed at City cost. In areas where there are public alleys, residents of a block can petition for a light to be added to an existing wood pole in their alley also at City cost.
Learn more and download the petition here.
Citizens' Police Academy - Become Involved!
Denver's Citizens' Police Academy (CPA) sessions will be held quarterly in 2015. Classes are 3 hours on Wednesday evenings, for 6 weeks, beginning at 6:00 p.m. All Metro Area Residents are invited to participate.
CPA is an multi-week program designed to familiarize Denver citizens with the policies and procedures of the Denver Police Department and provide a unique opportunity to learn about our officers. The CPA has been moved from one single location that was once held at the Denver Police Academy to area Police Districts.
NEXT CITIZEN'S ACADEMY:
WHEN: March 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15
WHERE: District 2 Station
See flyer here.
Participants attend lectures and discussions on subjects such as:
All attendees must register in advance. Learn more and download an application here. Space is limited, so please apply early.
For information, you can also contact the DPD Citizens’ Police Academy Coordinator: Tech. Dean Christopherson, 720-913-6167 or fax your application to 720-913-7019.
CPA is an multi-week program designed to familiarize Denver citizens with the policies and procedures of the Denver Police Department and provide a unique opportunity to learn about our officers. The CPA has been moved from one single location that was once held at the Denver Police Academy to area Police Districts.
NEXT CITIZEN'S ACADEMY:
WHEN: March 11, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15
WHERE: District 2 Station
See flyer here.
Participants attend lectures and discussions on subjects such as:
- officer safety
- internal affairs investigations
- domestic violence
- traffic laws and demonstrations in arrest control techniques (ACT)
- defensive emergency vehicle operation (DEVOC)
All attendees must register in advance. Learn more and download an application here. Space is limited, so please apply early.
For information, you can also contact the DPD Citizens’ Police Academy Coordinator: Tech. Dean Christopherson, 720-913-6167 or fax your application to 720-913-7019.
SAFETY - Denver's Community Emergency Response Training (CERT)
The City and County of Denver, Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security offers FREE Denver’s Community Emergency Response Training (Denver CERT) to educate individuals, families and organizations about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact our area.
Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, Denver CERT participants can assist others following an emergency event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. Denver CERT participants also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency awareness projects and activities in our community.
If a disastrous event overwhelms or delays the community’s professional response, citizens can better protect them by applying the skills that they learned during training. These skills can help save and sustain lives following a disaster until help arrives. CERT skills also apply to daily emergencies.
CERT has ongoing training. See their website to learn more or see their Training Schedule.
Sign up for their DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Training Program:
What: This emergency/disaster preparedness and response training (FEMA course IS317) will include how to plan for an emergency, and teach basic response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and emergency/disaster medical operations. At the completion of this training, participants are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in our community.
Why: When an emergency/disaster hits, we can’t always depend on professional responders to be immediately available. We would like to have our communities of Denver trained to help within their own communities.
Who: This training is open to anyone, ages 16 and older. Limit 40 participants per session.
Cost: FREE
When:
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Where: Webb Building, 201 Colfax, Room 4.1.4, Denver 80202
You must attend all class sessions (3 Days) and the exercise in order to complete the course.
To register: go to http://www.denvergov.org/oem.
Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, Denver CERT participants can assist others following an emergency event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. Denver CERT participants also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency awareness projects and activities in our community.
If a disastrous event overwhelms or delays the community’s professional response, citizens can better protect them by applying the skills that they learned during training. These skills can help save and sustain lives following a disaster until help arrives. CERT skills also apply to daily emergencies.
CERT has ongoing training. See their website to learn more or see their Training Schedule.
Sign up for their DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Training Program:
What: This emergency/disaster preparedness and response training (FEMA course IS317) will include how to plan for an emergency, and teach basic response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and emergency/disaster medical operations. At the completion of this training, participants are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in our community.
Why: When an emergency/disaster hits, we can’t always depend on professional responders to be immediately available. We would like to have our communities of Denver trained to help within their own communities.
Who: This training is open to anyone, ages 16 and older. Limit 40 participants per session.
Cost: FREE
When:
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- March 17, 2015, 8:00am - 5:30pm
- March 18, 2015, 8:00am - 5:30pm
Where: Webb Building, 201 Colfax, Room 4.1.4, Denver 80202
You must attend all class sessions (3 Days) and the exercise in order to complete the course.
To register: go to http://www.denvergov.org/oem.
SAFETY - Denver CERT's "Face to Face" Monthly Programs, January - October
Denver’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Denver CERT Program and ARESDistrict supporting the City and County of Denver would like to invite you to participate in their monthly "Face to Face" Programs. The programs are held on the last Tuesday of the month from January to October in 2014.
The programs are held in the American Red Cross Building at 444 Sherman St from 7pm to 8:30pm.
Please RSVP at www.Denvergov.org\DenverCERT and click on “Registration Form” (please fill in every box even if it is N/A).
Please direct questions to Carolyn H. Bluhm, Community Preparedness Specialist, DenverCERT@denvergov.org
You can check www.Denvergov.org/oem for other upcoming classes and programs.
This program is limited to the first 40 people
Denver’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Denver CERT Program and ARES District supporting the City and County of Denver would like to invite you to participate in the January --, 2015 “Face 2 Face” program.
Community Diaster Table Top Exercise
When: April 14, 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: District 3 Police Station - 1625 S. University
RSVP: www.Denvergov.org\DenverCERT and click on the “Registration Form”.
Community Animal Emergency Response Training - Part 2
When: May 12, 7pm to 9pm
Where: District 3 Police Station - 1625 S. University
RSVP: www.Denvergov.org\DenverCERT and click on the “Registration Form”.
The programs are held in the American Red Cross Building at 444 Sherman St from 7pm to 8:30pm.
Please RSVP at www.Denvergov.org\DenverCERT and click on “Registration Form” (please fill in every box even if it is N/A).
Please direct questions to Carolyn H. Bluhm, Community Preparedness Specialist, DenverCERT@denvergov.org
You can check www.Denvergov.org/oem for other upcoming classes and programs.
This program is limited to the first 40 people
Denver’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Denver CERT Program and ARES District supporting the City and County of Denver would like to invite you to participate in the January --, 2015 “Face 2 Face” program.
Community Diaster Table Top Exercise
When: April 14, 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: District 3 Police Station - 1625 S. University
RSVP: www.Denvergov.org\DenverCERT and click on the “Registration Form”.
Community Animal Emergency Response Training - Part 2
When: May 12, 7pm to 9pm
Where: District 3 Police Station - 1625 S. University
RSVP: www.Denvergov.org\DenverCERT and click on the “Registration Form”.
SAFETY - Current Crime Statistical Map, 2014 Annual
SCHOOLS
DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS - Where does my kid go?
Asbury Elementary, Principal Hollene Davis, Pre-K - 5th grades, 1320 E. Asbury Ave., 720-424-9750
McKinley-Thatcher Elementary, K - 5th grades, Principal Alona Hastings, 1230 S. Grant St. 720-424-5600
Grant Beacon Middle, 6th - 8th grades, Principal Alex Magana, 1751 S. Washington St., 720-423-9360
South High, 9th - 12th grades, Principal Dr. Kristen Waters, 1700 E Louisiana Ave., 720-423-6000
Platt Park People's Association has a very active parent / community organization which works very closely with these DPS schools, which are all located in their neighborhood. Their mission is to "Partner with neighborhood schools to make Platt Park the community families want to move to because of our schools...". They work towards this goal through Community Engagement and Advocacy. Learn more on their Platt Park Schools website!
McKinley-Thatcher Elementary, K - 5th grades, Principal Alona Hastings, 1230 S. Grant St. 720-424-5600
Grant Beacon Middle, 6th - 8th grades, Principal Alex Magana, 1751 S. Washington St., 720-423-9360
South High, 9th - 12th grades, Principal Dr. Kristen Waters, 1700 E Louisiana Ave., 720-423-6000
Platt Park People's Association has a very active parent / community organization which works very closely with these DPS schools, which are all located in their neighborhood. Their mission is to "Partner with neighborhood schools to make Platt Park the community families want to move to because of our schools...". They work towards this goal through Community Engagement and Advocacy. Learn more on their Platt Park Schools website!
Schools located in Rosedale
We are fortunate to have three excellent schools in our neighborhood. We work closely with the administrators of the schools as well as the Denver Police Department to bring informal programs to the students and parents on how to stay safe.
Denver Waldorf School
K - 12 / 2135 S. Pearl Street / 303-777-0531 / Website
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
PreK-8/ 2256 South Logan Street / 303-722-7525 / Website
Mile High Adventist Academy
Founded 1913 / K-12 / 711 E Yale Ave / 303-744-1069 / Website
Rosedale Elementary (Denver Public School)
Harvard Gulch & City of Kunming Parks
Rosedale surrounds the 57 acre Harvard Gulch Park with its par 3 nine-hole golf course, recreation center, outdoor pool, playgrounds, running track, soccer & baseball fields and community gardens. Kunming Park offers walking trails with phenomenal mountain views. You likely see folks doing Tai Chi in the mornings there.
All Rosedale Parks are Officially Designated!
As you may know, some parks in Denver have not yet been officially designated as parks by City Council. Council is working on designating all eligible parks.
In addition to Harvard Gulch and Kunming Parks, we also have a few smaller parks surrounding Harvard Gulch Park: Rosedale Park and Harvard Gulch North Park. See map.
All of our parks are designated as parks. Therefore, to change the use of the land from something other than a park related use requires the vote of Denver residents.
You can see a full listing of parks and whether they are designated here.
In addition to Harvard Gulch and Kunming Parks, we also have a few smaller parks surrounding Harvard Gulch Park: Rosedale Park and Harvard Gulch North Park. See map.
All of our parks are designated as parks. Therefore, to change the use of the land from something other than a park related use requires the vote of Denver residents.
You can see a full listing of parks and whether they are designated here.
Denver Park Safety
During the May 2014 General Meeting, a Park Ranger Stacia spoke to inform the neighborhood on safety measures being taken at Harvard Gulch and at all citywide parks. Dogs off leash are the most common concern and can be cause for citation. For complete park rules, click here.
Park Rangers are present to enforce safety (public, environmental) and to protect resources (animals, picnic areas, bathrooms). If you see anything of concern during park hours of 5am-11pm, call 311 and ask for a park ranger. Rangers can usually be onsite within 15 minutes.
For any incidents after hours or urgent matters (crime, drugs) call the police.
Park Rangers are present to enforce safety (public, environmental) and to protect resources (animals, picnic areas, bathrooms). If you see anything of concern during park hours of 5am-11pm, call 311 and ask for a park ranger. Rangers can usually be onsite within 15 minutes.
For any incidents after hours or urgent matters (crime, drugs) call the police.
Humane Goose Hazing - The Goosinator - Volunteers Needed
By now, most everyone reading this has had some experience with the Canadian Geese occupying our parks. These aviators, while enjoyable to watch, leave their marks in our parks and I can’t tell you how many constituents have asked me to address this problem. I am writing today to offer a solution that the city is making available – the Goosinator!
Studies support humane hazing or persistent harassment as a nonlethal management strategy for controlling nuisance geese problems. For this reason, Denver has purchased Goosinators for placement at target parks throughout the City. What is a Goosinator? Well, the Goosinator resembles a large remote control airplane, but does not fly. The Goosinator runs on grass, water, snow, and ice, and is 17 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 40 inches long with predator coloring and features that make geese nervous.
The Goosinator is simple to operate and t he key to operation is to herd and stalk the geese, intimidating them into leaving an area. The herding and stalking is the behavior of a predator such as a coyote, and the geese become increasingly nervous, soon flying away and eventually moving to another spot.
Volunteers are needed to operate Goosinators in a park near you. If you are interested in learning more, please email Doug Kelley atdoug.kelley@denvergov.org
Studies support humane hazing or persistent harassment as a nonlethal management strategy for controlling nuisance geese problems. For this reason, Denver has purchased Goosinators for placement at target parks throughout the City. What is a Goosinator? Well, the Goosinator resembles a large remote control airplane, but does not fly. The Goosinator runs on grass, water, snow, and ice, and is 17 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 40 inches long with predator coloring and features that make geese nervous.
The Goosinator is simple to operate and t he key to operation is to herd and stalk the geese, intimidating them into leaving an area. The herding and stalking is the behavior of a predator such as a coyote, and the geese become increasingly nervous, soon flying away and eventually moving to another spot.
Volunteers are needed to operate Goosinators in a park near you. If you are interested in learning more, please email Doug Kelley atdoug.kelley@denvergov.org
Community Planning & Development Department Website Changes
In response to community feedback, Denver's Community Planning & Development Department has made changes to its website, DenverGov.org/CPD, to better communicate important information about plans and proposed rezonings.
The Completed Plans page now allows you to search for completed plans by location, neighborhood, or plan name. All current plans maintained by Community Planning & Development are now available online. Try entering your home address in the new map to find out what area plans or studies may apply to your area.
The Rezoning page has been reconfigured to better present information on proposed changes to the city's zoning map. Here you can find a link to proposed rezonings and information about the rezoning process for applicants and neighbors.
The Completed Plans page now allows you to search for completed plans by location, neighborhood, or plan name. All current plans maintained by Community Planning & Development are now available online. Try entering your home address in the new map to find out what area plans or studies may apply to your area.
The Rezoning page has been reconfigured to better present information on proposed changes to the city's zoning map. Here you can find a link to proposed rezonings and information about the rezoning process for applicants and neighbors.
2140 S. Grant St. - Garage Variance Decision
Permission granted for appeal for zoning exception for garage at 2140 S. Grant St. See decision here.
Original decision: Download decision for zoning exception for garage at 2140 S. Grant St. here.
Original decision: Download decision for zoning exception for garage at 2140 S. Grant St. here.
Denver to Adopt 2015 International Codes - Building & Fire Safety
Next year Denver will adopt the 2015 international codes for building and fire safety, bringing Denver regulations in line with the latest building safety standards worldwide. As part of code adoption, city officials are kicking off a public engagement process to identify any potential Denver-specific amendments to the codes. (It's common for municipalities to amend the international codes to address climate, clarity or cost.)
For more on how to propose an amendment, or what to expect if you're planning a project in Denver, visitDenverGov.org/buildingcode
For more on how to propose an amendment, or what to expect if you're planning a project in Denver, visitDenverGov.org/buildingcode
The above-referenced text amendment and map amendment proposals may be viewed and/or downloaded at
http://www.denvergov.org/cpd/CommunityPlanningandDevelopment/Zoning/TextAmendments/tabid/438089/Default.aspx or www.denvergov.org/rezoning.
Any questions regarding these proposals may be directed to Deirdre Oss, Senior City Planner at 720-865-2950 or to the City Council office at 720-337-2000.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND ORGANIZATIONS SHOULD EXPRESS THEIR CONCERNS OR SUPPORT ON EITHER OR BOTH OF THE TEXT AMENDMENT AND THE MAP AMENDMENT PROPOSALS AT THE PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE CITY COUNCIL.
http://www.denvergov.org/cpd/CommunityPlanningandDevelopment/Zoning/TextAmendments/tabid/438089/Default.aspx or www.denvergov.org/rezoning.
Any questions regarding these proposals may be directed to Deirdre Oss, Senior City Planner at 720-865-2950 or to the City Council office at 720-337-2000.
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND ORGANIZATIONS SHOULD EXPRESS THEIR CONCERNS OR SUPPORT ON EITHER OR BOTH OF THE TEXT AMENDMENT AND THE MAP AMENDMENT PROPOSALS AT THE PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE CITY COUNCIL.
Lowry Design Overlay Zoning Amendment Withdrawn
Adopted: Fresh Produce & Cottage Foods Sales Home Occupation
Adopted by City Council July 14, 2014. Effective July 18, 2014.
The Colorado Cottage Foods Act, passed in 2012, allows small-scale residential preparation and sales of food products without food licensing. In Denver, the fresh produce and cottage food sales home occupation permit allows the retail sale of fresh produce and cottage foods produced by the seller on residentially zoned land. Read the draft text amendment for City Council adoption and the staff report.
Learn more here.
The Colorado Cottage Foods Act, passed in 2012, allows small-scale residential preparation and sales of food products without food licensing. In Denver, the fresh produce and cottage food sales home occupation permit allows the retail sale of fresh produce and cottage foods produced by the seller on residentially zoned land. Read the draft text amendment for City Council adoption and the staff report.
Learn more here.
Landmark Design Guidelines - Draft Available for Review
The draft of the new landmark preservation design review guidelines is now posted in its entirety with the release of the final draft chapter, which offers guidance on signs on historic landmarks and on properties and structures in historic districts. The chapter is available here (PDF).
The full draft guidelines, posted chapter by chapter, are available on the project’s webpage.
Dotting Our i’s and Crossing Our t’s
Because the adoption of the new design guidelines by the Landmark Preservation Commission falls under its “rule-making” authority, the city is required to notify interested individuals about the commission’s intention to do just that.
The official public notice has been posted on the project’s webpage and is available here. If you would like to receive a hard copy of the notice or of the full draft of the new guidelines, email your request and your mailing address to landmark@denvergov.org.
The commission will hear testimony from the community at the public hearing to be held during its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, July 1, at 1 p.m. in Room 4.F.6 of the Webb Municipal Building, 201 W. Colfax Ave.
Office hours
Those unable to attend the public hearing can submit their comments to preservation planners during office hours sessions being held this week (see below for times and locations) or by emailing landmark@denvergov.org.
Blair Caldwell Library
2401 Welton Street
Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m. – noon
Webb Municipal Building
201 W. Colfax Avenue
Tuesday June 17, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Room 1.D.1
Wed., June 18, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Room 1.D.1
Tuesday, June 24, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Room 2.D.4
Wed. June 25, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Room 2.D.4
The commission is scheduled to adopt the new guidelines at its Tuesday, Aug. 5 meeting, pending public input, revisions and deliberations. For more information, visit DenverGov.org/landmark.
The full draft guidelines, posted chapter by chapter, are available on the project’s webpage.
Dotting Our i’s and Crossing Our t’s
Because the adoption of the new design guidelines by the Landmark Preservation Commission falls under its “rule-making” authority, the city is required to notify interested individuals about the commission’s intention to do just that.
The official public notice has been posted on the project’s webpage and is available here. If you would like to receive a hard copy of the notice or of the full draft of the new guidelines, email your request and your mailing address to landmark@denvergov.org.
The commission will hear testimony from the community at the public hearing to be held during its regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, July 1, at 1 p.m. in Room 4.F.6 of the Webb Municipal Building, 201 W. Colfax Ave.
Office hours
Those unable to attend the public hearing can submit their comments to preservation planners during office hours sessions being held this week (see below for times and locations) or by emailing landmark@denvergov.org.
Blair Caldwell Library
2401 Welton Street
Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m. – noon
Webb Municipal Building
201 W. Colfax Avenue
Tuesday June 17, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Room 1.D.1
Wed., June 18, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Room 1.D.1
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SAFEWAY GAS STATION PROJECT
Safeway has been bought by the parent company of Alberston's. The store manager can not answer our query whether the gas station project is still viable. Stay tuned. We'll keep trying to find out more.
City Council Meeting 10/7/13 - Update
Summary: The Bill to rezone a portion of Safeway's property to allow for a 7,500 sq-ft fueling station and kiosk at Downing and Evans was passed at the City Council Meeting on 10/7/13.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Lehmann, duly seconded by Councilwoman Shepherd, that CB13-0572 be placed upon final consideration and do pass, carried by the following vote:
Passed
For: Brown, Faatz, Herndon, Kniech, Lehmann, Lopez, Montero, Nevitt, Ortega, Robb, Shepherd (11)
Against: (None) (0)
Absent: Brooks, Susman (2)
Abstain: (None) (0)
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole commencing at 7:22 PM, Council President Pro-Tem Herndon residing, to hear speakers either for or against CB13-0572. John Scales, Jeff Fergot, and Richard Schutz signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition to the bill. Chris Gleissner of Community Planning and Development delivered the Staff Report with an overview and recommendation for approval.
The COUNCIL BILL NO. CB13-0572 that was presented at the meeting can be viewed here. Presentation materials can be found here. Senior City Planner Chris Gleissner's report which recommends approval of the change in Zoning designation, can be downloaded here.
9/20/2013 Update
There will be a Public Hearing on Monday October 7 at 5:30pm by Denver's City Council to review Safeway's Zoning request change to allow for a 7,500 sq-ft fueling station and kiosk at Downing and Evans. As you know, RHGNA does not take positions on issues. But you, as a private citizen, can take a position and submit your verbal and/or written support or opposition to the plan at this Public Hearing. City Council meets at the City Council Chambers in the City and County Building (1437 Bannock St).
If you would like to speak at the hearing, you must sign up during the recess of Council. Recesses vary from week to week, so it is suggested that you arrive at the start of the meeting to ensure your opportunity to sign up. You will have two minutes to present your case to Council.
BACKGROUND
On August 27, 2013, a bill (BR13-0572) was brought before Denver City Council's Land Use, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to change the zoning at 2150 South Downing St. BR13-0572 changes the zoning classification from PUD #349 (Planned Unit Development) to Amended PUD/U-MS-3 (PUD/Urban Context, Main Street, 3 stories max.) of property at 2150 South Downing in Council District 7.
You can access supporting documents, meeting minutes & motions and watch a video of the LUTI Committee Meeting by clicking here. The Zoning change proposal was the first item discussed.
MEETING SUMMARY: This 5-acre site is the Safeway store at the southeast corner of Evans and Downing. The proposed PUD amendment is desired to allow addition of a Safeway fueling station. Another part of the application will rezone a small strip of land currently in the PUD to U-MS-3 to conform the zoning with the property lines of the bank's site at the northeast corner of the site. The amount of parking currently exceeds the requirement, so there is room for the station and required parking for the store.
Letters received include one of support from Platt Park People's Association; one of opposition from University Neighbors; and one of opposition from an individual. It was noted that RHGNA does not take positions on issues, but has hosted several meetings to inform its constituency of the fueling station proposal.
As part of the approvals process, the proposal was brought before the Community Planning & Development Committee at a meeting on June 2, 2013. CP&D staff found that the proposed zoning is consistent with adopted plans, as did the Planning Board. The Board voted 8-0 to recommend approval, but it also appointed a subcommittee to work on design issues for the station kiosk. It will be at the front of the site on Evans, and the goal is to design it along the lines of a Main Street development. Details of the new kiosk design are discussed in the LUTI meeting video.
A motion was offered by Councilmember Brown, duly seconded by Councilmember Lopez. It was approved, 5-0, to move the bill out of Committee.
Summary: The Bill to rezone a portion of Safeway's property to allow for a 7,500 sq-ft fueling station and kiosk at Downing and Evans was passed at the City Council Meeting on 10/7/13.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Lehmann, duly seconded by Councilwoman Shepherd, that CB13-0572 be placed upon final consideration and do pass, carried by the following vote:
Passed
For: Brown, Faatz, Herndon, Kniech, Lehmann, Lopez, Montero, Nevitt, Ortega, Robb, Shepherd (11)
Against: (None) (0)
Absent: Brooks, Susman (2)
Abstain: (None) (0)
Council sat as a Committee of the Whole commencing at 7:22 PM, Council President Pro-Tem Herndon residing, to hear speakers either for or against CB13-0572. John Scales, Jeff Fergot, and Richard Schutz signed up to speak in favor of the bill. No speakers signed up to speak in opposition to the bill. Chris Gleissner of Community Planning and Development delivered the Staff Report with an overview and recommendation for approval.
The COUNCIL BILL NO. CB13-0572 that was presented at the meeting can be viewed here. Presentation materials can be found here. Senior City Planner Chris Gleissner's report which recommends approval of the change in Zoning designation, can be downloaded here.
9/20/2013 Update
There will be a Public Hearing on Monday October 7 at 5:30pm by Denver's City Council to review Safeway's Zoning request change to allow for a 7,500 sq-ft fueling station and kiosk at Downing and Evans. As you know, RHGNA does not take positions on issues. But you, as a private citizen, can take a position and submit your verbal and/or written support or opposition to the plan at this Public Hearing. City Council meets at the City Council Chambers in the City and County Building (1437 Bannock St).
If you would like to speak at the hearing, you must sign up during the recess of Council. Recesses vary from week to week, so it is suggested that you arrive at the start of the meeting to ensure your opportunity to sign up. You will have two minutes to present your case to Council.
BACKGROUND
On August 27, 2013, a bill (BR13-0572) was brought before Denver City Council's Land Use, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to change the zoning at 2150 South Downing St. BR13-0572 changes the zoning classification from PUD #349 (Planned Unit Development) to Amended PUD/U-MS-3 (PUD/Urban Context, Main Street, 3 stories max.) of property at 2150 South Downing in Council District 7.
You can access supporting documents, meeting minutes & motions and watch a video of the LUTI Committee Meeting by clicking here. The Zoning change proposal was the first item discussed.
MEETING SUMMARY: This 5-acre site is the Safeway store at the southeast corner of Evans and Downing. The proposed PUD amendment is desired to allow addition of a Safeway fueling station. Another part of the application will rezone a small strip of land currently in the PUD to U-MS-3 to conform the zoning with the property lines of the bank's site at the northeast corner of the site. The amount of parking currently exceeds the requirement, so there is room for the station and required parking for the store.
Letters received include one of support from Platt Park People's Association; one of opposition from University Neighbors; and one of opposition from an individual. It was noted that RHGNA does not take positions on issues, but has hosted several meetings to inform its constituency of the fueling station proposal.
As part of the approvals process, the proposal was brought before the Community Planning & Development Committee at a meeting on June 2, 2013. CP&D staff found that the proposed zoning is consistent with adopted plans, as did the Planning Board. The Board voted 8-0 to recommend approval, but it also appointed a subcommittee to work on design issues for the station kiosk. It will be at the front of the site on Evans, and the goal is to design it along the lines of a Main Street development. Details of the new kiosk design are discussed in the LUTI meeting video.
A motion was offered by Councilmember Brown, duly seconded by Councilmember Lopez. It was approved, 5-0, to move the bill out of Committee.
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