11/21/2024
"Metropolitan State University of Denver is helping make such an unlikely sounding proposition possible. The University is partnering with two training institutions — Emily Griffith Technical College and the Denver Joint Electrical Apprenticeship & Training Committee — to help apprentices boost their academic credentials as they learn practical skills and earn wages and benefits."
Partnerships rewire career paths for apprentices - MSU Denver RED
Students are earning a wage, gaining their apprentice credentials and accessing a university-level education, all without taking on any debt.
11/11/2024
At ETG Systems we take pride in providing a workspace that is open to Veterans and we thank all Veterans for their service.
10/14/2024
"Denver’s Jewell/Evans pedestrian and bike bridge project is set to receive a $2.6 million contract that will kick start construction."
Denver to consider spending millions on infrastructure and transit
Denver City Council to consider $2.6M contract for pedestrian and bike bridge project. $750K grant for microtransit options in northern neighborhoods.
09/16/2024
"The startup celebration, which runs Sept. 16-20, is considered the largest free event of its kind and an indicator of the city's innovation and entrepreneurial spirit."
Denver Startup Week arrives with tech heavy hitters
The annual startup celebration is expected to draw more than 10,000 people to downtown.
09/13/2024
"Denver’s tech talent workforce of 129,040 grew by 12.6% from 2018-2023, adding 14,420 new jobs. The market, which includes Boulder, boasts the twelfth largest workforce among North American tech markets measured in the report. "
Denver Climbs Two Spots to #8 Among Top Tech Markets - Mile High CRE
Denver Climbs Two Spots to #8 Among Top Tech Markets - Development
09/10/2024
ETG Systems attended the September 2024 meeting for IFMA- Denver Chapter, Thank you to IFMA for the opportunity to network with you and the Facilities Managers in Denver!
09/09/2024
"“This policy requires a portion of new housing developments to include a share of below market affordable units or pay a fee,” LiFari said. “The bottom line, despite best intentions, this policy is having deleterious impacts on new housing supply creation.”"
Denver housing ordinance is limiting building permits, CSI study says - ColoradoBiz
A Denver housing ordinance dubbed Expanding Housing Affordability is actually limiting new permits by one-third, equating to 2,890 to 3,180 fewer units a year, according to a study by the Common Sense Institute.
09/05/2024
"The integration of this technology aims to make the boarding process more efficient and secure. Facial recognition images are used solely for real-time verification and are deleted immediately after the boarding process."
Denver International Airport adopts biometric facial recognition technology at gates
Denver International Airport has implemented biometric facial recognition technology at 15 gates to streamline and secure boarding.
09/04/2024
"According to the city, the corridors on York and Josephine Street between East 47th to East Colfax avenues had among the highest density of deadly and serious injury crashes in Denver."
Changes to York Street lanes spark controversy over traffic flow, safety
If you’ve driven down York Street in the City Park neighborhood, you may have noticed some recent slowdowns as the busy two-lane road switched to mostly one-lane.
08/29/2024
“This investment furthers our commitment and confidence in the region,” said Sheryl Wallace, CEO of Ardent Mills. “In the last two decades, this region has experienced significant population growth, which has led to more demand for food manufacturing and supply."
Denver flour mill expanding Commerce City facility - ColoradoBiz
Ardent Mills announced Tuesday it will expand its Commerce City mill.
08/28/2024
"The two busiest days of the holiday weekend will be Friday and Monday, when DIA will see nearly 178,000 people."
Labor Day travel expected to break records at Denver's airport
Denver is among the top 10 U.S. destinations people plan to visit over the holiday.
08/21/2024
"Through Aug. 20 of this year, there have been 32 shootings in Denver Police District 6, which covers all of downtown, Capitol Hill and Cheeseman Park.
In the same time frame last year, there were 66 shootings in the same area.
In 2022, there were 52 shootings, and in 2021, there were 46."
Despite recent shootings, data shows gun violence has decreased in Downtown Denver
Denver Police data shows shootings are down more than 50% in Downtown Denver so far in 2024 compared to 2023.