🛏️ Why Denver is closing its last newcomer shelter

📉 What’s Wrong With Colorado’s Economy?

New data shows that the state’s economy is not as hot as it was 10 years ago, with our annual growth slipping from the top 5 states to barely above average. What’s that mean for the Mile High? And does it have anything to do with Gov. Jared Polis’ latest slapstick stunt? [City Cast Denver 🎧]

🏠 Denver’s Last Newcomer Shelter to Close

Now that the flow of newcomers has slowed, the City of Denver is planning to close its last dedicated emergency shelter at the end of the year. It’s unclear what the Archdiocese will do with West Highland’s Mullen Home, while new arrivals in need will instead enter the homeless shelter system. [Denverite]

⛽ Lakewood Considers Gas Station Cap

Lakewood City Council will take its final vote on an ordinance next month that would limit the number of gas stations permitted within city boundaries in order to cut “noxious emissions and chemical runoff.” [Denver Post 🔒]

• In Denver: City officials in the Mile High are discussing a similar, but less aggressive limit that would ban the construction of new gas stations in certain areas. That proposal is set to go before the Denver Planning Board tomorrow. [City Cast Denver 🎧]