Tag: Accessibility
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Civil rights disability crusader honored with renamed RTD’s Civic Center Station
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Regional Transportation District Board of Directors voted to honor the late Rev. Wade Blank, a disability rights activist who advocated for transit access for the disabled by renaming Civic Center Station as Wade Blank Civic Center Station. “Disability rights were championed here in Denver,…
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Groundbreaking Loveland park ‘levels the playing field’ for the disabled
LOVELAND – Logan Sweezy, a 26-year-old man with cerebral palsy, dragged a mallet along a metallophone at the newly opened Willow Bend Park and Natural Area, a wide grin stretched across his face as the musical notes reverberated through the air. Despite the hovering storm clouds, Logan’s whole demeanor lit up as he played the…
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2 dead, 4 injured after fire at assisted living facility in Centennial
Investigators determined the fire was caused by careless disposal of smoking materials outside the building
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Aurora councilmembers delays accessibility changes to chambers
The Aurora City Council on Monday delayed a decision to award a construction contract for accessibility upgrades to the council chambers, saying they need more information about the project. Two council members also wondered whether other places lack compliance with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, noting the money might be more needed there. …
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Know Before You Go: Denver’s Meow Wolf, Convergence Station
Editor’s note: Know Before You Go is an occasional series exploring Denver metro area attractions. Next up: The National Western Stock Show Know Before You Go Trying new experiences can come with uncertainty for some people more than others. Whether you’re planning around children, large groups or various needs to consider, it’s nice to know what you’re…
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Wheelchair lift being installed at Cleo Parker Robinson Dance | Arts news
One of the more embarrassing events of the electoral season (for all sides) is heading toward a restorative conclusion. A series of unfortunate events led Denver city council member Chris Hinds to the historic old Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Theatre on Feb. 13 with no access to the stage where a debate had been scheduled…
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Zoning change allows expansion of assisted living facility in Denver
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A technical snafu that left several Denver City Council members in stitches at Monday’s meeting did not prevent the body from approving several rezoning measures after public hearings. In what could have been called the…
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City Council begins talks on accessible electric vehicle charging stations in Denver
The Denver City Council began its first talks on when and how to establish electric vehicle charging stations Thursday, emphasizing the importance of a quick and accessible rollout. In Colorado, the transportation sector was the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in 2020, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Transportation. To help…