White House
A Proclamation on National Agriculture Day: “American farms remind us of the beauty and generosity of our Nation. They feed the country and the world, and with each new planting season, they embody that most American of things — possibilities. On National Agriculture Day, we celebrate all the farmers, farmworkers, ranchers, fishers, foresters, and other agricultural workers who do so much to make our Nation strong, fuel our economy, and steward our lands. America owes them.”
Colorado Governor
The Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) released its quarterly economic forecast showing Colorado’s strong economy continues to grow faster than other states in the United States. Colorado’s strong labor market has continued to grow and exceed expectations. This week, Governor Polis announced that in February 2023, Colorado’s unemployment rate returned to pre-pandemic levels at 2.8 percent, among the lowest unemployment rates nationally.
Denver Mayor
Denver City Council approved a $5,557,500 agreement with Shanahan Development, LLC, utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to help support acquisition of a 1.5-acre site at 1530 W. 13th Ave. for future affordable housing. The six-story development will provide at least 190 income-restricted rental units for households at a range of income levels, including up to 30 or 80 percent of the area median income.“We’re proud to make affordable homes possible at this site for hardworking individuals and families for decades to come,”Mayor Michael B. Hancock said.
