White House
Statement from President Joe Biden Congratulating Claudia Sheinbaum as President-elect of Mexico: “I congratulate Claudia Sheinbaum on her historic election as the first woman President of Mexico. I look forward to working closely with President-elect Sheinbaum in the spirit of partnership and friendship that reflects the enduring bonds between our two countries. I expressed our commitment to advancing the values and interests of both our nations to the benefit of our peoples. I also congratulate the Mexican people for conducting a nationwide successful democratic electoral process involving races for more than 20,000 positions at the local, state, and federal levels.”
Colorado Governor
Governor Polis signed bills into law that will support Colorado families and increase housing options Coloradans can afford. The Governor started his day at Denver Kindercare to celebrate the very first graduating class of Universal Preschool Colorado(UPK) and sign HB24-1311 – Family Affordability Tax Credit, sponsored by Representatives Chris deGruy Kennedy and Jenny Willford, and Senators Faith Winter and James Coleman, that supports families and saves Coloradans money. Governor Polis was joined by U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, who has led on expanding the federal Child Tax Credit, to help save families money.
Denver Mayor
Mayor Mike Johnston together with Denver’s Department of Housing Stability (HOST) and partners today celebrated the groundbreaking of The Irving at Mile High Vista, an affordable rental project in the West Colfax neighborhood. Located at 3270 W. Colfax Ave., the apartment community will offer 102 units ranging from studios to three bedrooms, restricted to households earning 20 to 80 percent of area median income (AMI). HOST provided a $4,080,000 loan for the project. “Affordable housing is not just about providing shelter; it’s about creating a Denver where the people who serve, work and live in this city have a fair chance to thrive,” said Mayor Mike Johnston.
