⚽ Should Denver pay $70M to help build NWSL stadium?

⚽ City Considers $70M Plan for Soccer Stadium Development

City officials are considering a $70 million proposal to buy land for a future women’s soccer stadium and improve the area around I-25 and Broadway. If approved, the city would own the land and invest in infrastructure, but the cost of building the stadium and plans for mixed-use development nearby would be funded by outside investors. [Denverite]

🗳️ Immigration, Crime Issues Could Be on Denver’s Ballot

Local conservative group Advance Colorado is working to get signatures to put three measures addressing crime and immigration on the November ballot. The proposals include requiring voter approval for city funding for services for undocumented immigrants, requiring law enforcement to cooperate with immigration enforcement, and increasing penalties and mandatory minimum sentencing for theft. [Denverite]

💿 Why Denver Is At the Heart of the Record Store Revival

Record stores have seen a revival in the last few years, with legacy businesses like Wax Trax expanding and new boutique vinyl sellers popping up. What makes Denver such a fertile ground for this physical medium of music listening? A certified music nerd explains. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

💰 Legislators Seek to Create $4M Legal Fund to Fight Trump

In an effort to protect the state from federal funding cuts and lawsuits, lawmakers are looking to create a $4 million legal fund for use by the Governor’s and Attorney General’s offices. The bill to create the fund would also let the state crowdfund its legal expenses by allowing Gov. Jared Polis to accept gifts, grants, and donations for the fund. [Denver Post 🔒]