🌱 La Raza Park + Reducing Bike Theft + Denver Ponders COVID-19 $$

Hi there, Denver! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news on:

• Universal Basic Income program getting traction in Denver.
• City of Denver's new bicycle registration program aims to reduce bike theft.
• Northside's La Raza Park set to become a Historic Cultural District.

Thursday's weather: A t-storm in the afternoon. High: 76 Low: 54.

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Here are the top stories in Denver today:

1. La Raza Park is transforming into a Historic Cultural District and will become a vibrant community hub. La Raza Park is Denver's newest Historical Cultural District which will create an expanded area for Northside community. City Council's unanimous vote on Monday night will pave the way for park enhancements, including playgrounds and picnic areas, while honoring its rich historical significance. (Denverite)
2. Denver Police Department is working on program to dramatically reduce bike thefts. DPD is promoting theft prevention by offering anti-theft kits. The program encourages bike registration in hopes of preventing unclaimed recovered bicycles. Over 400 bikes in 2022 went unclaimed due to lack of registration, prompting the launch of the new system. (FOX31)
3. The City of Denver is considering providing COVID-19 checks to those that didn't receive state or federal funds. Denver is proposing to use $3 million in federal pandemic aid for one-time cash transfers to city residents previously excluded from federal public benefits due to eligibility restrictions. The city council committee reviewed the proposal this week. (Axios)
4. Concerns arise over potential mixing of oil and water in Colorado river region. Critics warn that a derailment or spill in the region would have catastrophic consequences for communities and ecosystems along the river, exacerbated by climate change. Fragile mountain landscapes are increasingly vulnerable, further threatened by the impending influx of daily crude oil train traffic. (CO Newsline)
5. Denver's universal basic income program gets a nod from former presidential candidate Andrew Yang. Denver's version of a Universal Basic Income program was inspired by Andrew Yang's 2020 campaign — which provides monthly payments with no restrictions or repayment obligations. The program has been helping those in need for more than eight months. (9News)

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Today in Denver:

• You (Are) Matter: Wheat Ridge Library. (1 p.m.)
• JP Sears: At Comedy Works. (7 p.m.)
• Unique things to do: In Denver this weekend June 28 - July 2. (303)
• Things to do in Colorado: Over the Fourth of July weekend. (9News)

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From my notebook:

• If you're planning to see the Fourth Of July fireworks, there's a few great places to see them this weekend. (303)
• Here's a list of free family-friendly activities and events happening in and around Denver. (Mile High Mamas)
• Put it on your calendar: ¡Viva! Streets Denver returns on Sunday, July 9. You can bike, scoot, walk, jog or skate around the city on three miles of open streets. (VivaStreets)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you first thing on Friday morning with a brand-new edition of the Denver Daily! — Brad K. Evans

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