As the year winds down and the holiday season approaches, this month's newsletter is packed with updates and opportunities to engage with your Sunnyside community. We're focusing on connecting with city resources and staying informed about important initiatives.
This issue highlights ways to engage with your city government, whether it's reporting a sidewalk issue through Denver's Online Services Hub or weighing in on important planning initiatives like the Advancing Equity in Rezoning amendment. Plus, learn about the City of Denver 2025 budget and how it prioritizes key investments in rental assistance, youth programs, and street safety.
We also encourage you to give back to our community this holiday season. Aztlan Rec Center is hosting its Annual Toys for Kids Event on December 20th. Time is running out - order soon! Donate new, wrapped, or unwrapped toys to help make the event a success and bring joy to our neighborhood children who need our help
You can also explore resources for making this a brighter holiday season for all, and consider lending a helping hand as a Denver Snow Angel.
Stay warm, stay connected, and have a happy holiday season!
The SUNI Board
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Bring joy to children in our community this holiday! 🎁🎄 Aztlan Rec Center is hosting its Annual Toys for Kids Event on December 20th. Donate new, wrapped, or unwrapped toys to Azatlan (Drop off at the Center or order on Amazon). Together, we can make this event a success and create a brighter holiday season.
SUNI + BRUN Holiday Mixer -Cancelled
Apologies to the neighborhood! We were unable to find a space for this month's sipper. We'll be back soon with more events.
Holiday Support: Resources for a Brighter Season
This holiday season, Rocky Mountain Human Services is here to help. They've compiled a guide of Colorado resources offering food, gifts, and other support to ease holiday stress and promote a brighter season for all. Get the guide here: https://www.rmhumanservices.org/news/colorado-holiday-resource-guide/
Monthly Land Use Meeting - December 12th at 6:30pm-8:00pm via Zoom
Don't miss your chance to help shape the future of the Sunnyside neighborhood. Join us virtually for our monthly land use meetings. We share all RNO notices we receive from the city. We also discuss upcoming development proposals.
Topics this month include:
BOA Adjustment Support Request
Organize for Park Improvements
Updates and Notifications
Open to public topics
Monthly agenda will be updated prior to the meeting.
Are you interested in joining our Land Use committee? Want us to cover any specific topics in the future? We like to hear from you! Send an email to trupti.suthar@sunnysidedenver.org
City Council Approves 2025 Budget with Key Investments
Denver's 2025 budget is finalized, and it includes important wins for our community! City Council successfully advocated for increased funding for:
Youth programs: Supporting childcare, afterschool activities, and violence prevention.
Street safety: Improving Safe Routes to School and making our streets safer for everyone.
Learn more about the $4.4 billion budget and how it impacts Denver here.
Near Northwest Area Plan Update
Remember the Near Northwest Area Plan, our community's roadmap for the next 20+ years? Things are moving forward! A rezoning effort is underway to support the plan's vision for vibrant commercial areas and responsible growth in Chaffee Park, Sunnyside, Highland, and Jefferson Park. Stay tuned for opportunities to learn more and get involved!
Planning Board Informational Item
Wednesday, December 4th at 3:00 pm
There will NOT be a public hearing for this item.
This will provide background on the project, discussion, and feedback from the Planning Board.
The Advancing Equity in Rezoning text amendment is scheduled for a public hearing at the Denver Planning Board on Wednesday, December 4th at 3:00 PM. You can watch the discussion live on Denver8 or sign up to speak, either virtually or in-person, by visiting the Denver Planning Board webpage.
Community Planning and Development staff will continue accepting comments until the City Council public hearing, tentatively scheduled for February 3, 2025.
Sidewalk Program Fee Coming in 2025
96% of property owners will pay a flat annual fee of $150.
Owners with more than 230 linear feet of sidewalk will pay an additional $3.50 per foot over 230.
Fee starts as early as January 2025 and will be included on stormwater bills.
Connect with Denver: Report Sidewalk Issues & More Online!
Damaged sidewalk? Need to report another issue? Denver's Online Services Hub is your one-stop shop! Find your local representative, track snow plows, and access many city services online. https://denvergov.org/Online-Services-Hub
Become a Denver Snow Angel!
Want to help your neighbors this winter? The Denver Snow Angels program connects volunteers with those needing help shoveling snow. Sign up today on the new and improved platform! Sign up here.
Federal Boulevard BRT: Get the Details! December 17th, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
CDOT is bringing Bus Rapid Transit to Federal Boulevard! Attend a community briefing on December 17th to learn how this project will speed up travel times and improve reliability.
A huge welcome to our newest business members, Alloy Sunnyside.
Alloy Sunnyside offers luxury apartments in Denver with modern designs and upscale amenities like a rooftop lounge and pool. Located near public transportation and entertainment, it provides a convenient and stylish living experience.
