News Nuggets: e-bikes, blue-green algae and a marriage marathon
Denver’s e-bike rebate program is back, returning for its second release in 2026 at 11 a.m. July 7.
The popular voucher program is a point-of-sale rebate applied to the price of an e-bike or e-cargo bike from a participating bike shop. The rebate is deducted from the bike’s price at the time of purchase, meaning buyers will not have to submit a receipt to be reimbursed after the purchase.
Denver awards the vouchers on a first-come, first-served basis.
Once all vouchers are claimed, applicants will be added to a waiting list. Unredeemed vouchers will be reissued to those on the waiting list.
In 2026, the standard e-bike rebate is $675 and can be combined with the State of Colorado’s E-Bike Tax Credit, which is $225 in 2026, for a total discount of $900 on a new e-bike purchase.
However, this year, Denver has instituted an income cap for the standard e-bike rebate. Income levels must be below the area median income for each specific household size:
| Household Size | Income Cap |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $98,100 |
| 2 persons | $112,100 |
| 3 persons | $126,100 |
| 4 persons | $140,100 |
| 5 persons | $151,400 |
| 6 persons | $162,600 |
There will be another rebate window opening on Sept. 8. For more information, visit www.denvergov.org/ebike. For questions, email [email protected].
Watch for blue-green algae as temps rise
Denver’s Department of Public Health and Environment is asking residents to watch for blue-green algae when recreating in city lakes and streams. As Denver grapples with ongoing drought conditions, public health experts advise that warmer temperatures and lower water levels can mean higher bacteria like E. coli and more blue-green algae blooms, both of which can be harmful to people and pets.
DDPHE regularly tests local waterways but notes that residents who see waterways with cloudy, discolored, or surface scum could signal a harmful algal bloom.
Although not all blue-green algae are harmful, some species, according to DDPHE, can produce toxins that are dangerous to humans, pets, and wildlife. These toxins can cause a range of symptoms in humans such as skin rashes, eye irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and breathing problems.
Pets that ingest contaminated water can suffer from severe poisoning with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and seizures.
Those with questions or concerns regarding blue-green algae are asked to contact the DDPHE’s Environmental Quality Division by dialing 311 or (720) 913-1311 from a mobile phone.
Denver clerk to host Pride Marriage Marathon
Denver Clerk and Recorder Paul López is hosting the city’s second Pride Marriage Marathon from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 5 in the atrium at the Denver Clerk and Recorder, 200 W. 14th Ave.
Marriage licenses will be available for $30 during the event, with no additional costs or appointments needed. Interested parties must meet and complete the requirements for a marriage license. For more information, visit www. denvergov.org/marriages.
Denver city agencies closed May 25
Most Denver city agencies will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Agencies that operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, such as Denver International Airport, and sworn members of the Denver Sheriff, Police, and Fire departments, and other emergency responders will continue to be available.