Denver Prepares Voters for Massive Infrastructure Investment in November
By Sydney Isenberg & Brandon Richard | Denver7
DENVER — The Denver City Council on Monday unanimously voted to approve the $950 million Vibrant Denver bond proposal, sending it to voters in November.
Mayor Mike Johnston said the $950 million bond will invest in the city's future and provide an economic boost without raising taxes. The city's finance director said it could cost taxpayers nearly $2 billion to repay the bond.
Small amendments were made to the proposal during Monday's city council meeting. Ultimately, the council voted 13-0 to allow the proposal onto the November ballot.
Earlier this month, Denver7 reported how some council members were upset that a preliminary list didn’t include cost estimates. Others were disappointed that proposed projects in their...