The city of Denver is comprised of a diverse collection of neighborhoods, each possessing unique needs, but tied together by our common government. Many people are surprised to learn that our neighborhoods’ names and boundaries were not officially designated until Denver, on the forefront of a neighborhood representation movement, passed the Registered Neighborhood Organization Ordinance in 1979. Besides being a great way to connect to the people living around you, RNO’s were an innovation intended to give more local control and input. Examples of issues that may impact your neighborhood: bike lanes, park use or abuse, crime, powerlines, noise issues, trash, new construction, sidewalks, traffic, homelessness, charter schools, taxes, property values, marijuana, transit options, or parking.

Since 1975, Denver Inter Neighborhood Cooperation has endeavored to unite our neighborhoods to help educate members on relevant topics at each monthly meeting, and through our actively engaged committees: Transportation, Zoning and Planning, Parks and Rec, Public Safety, and Education. INC also supports Candidate Forums to let Denver citizens know more about the the folks seeking power. While INC volunteers keep busy helping RNOs advocate for (or against) changes that affect neighborhoods, by making calls, writing letters, attending meetings, or voting with the delegation to make informed public position statements, the mission boils down to making sure citizens’ views are given a voice in decisions made on our behalf by our elected and appointed officials.

So, do you feel your neighborhood is represented?

Make sure your RNO is registered with the City at http://www.denvergov.org/maps/map/neighborhoodorganizations

Let us know how we can help your voice be heard.

Join Denver INC http://denverinc.org/membership/

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