Winston Downs Community Association

Public events for Modernizing Parking Requirements project coming in April
2025-04-02 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Ratio Beerworks, 2020 S Cherokee, Denver, CO
Denver Community Planning and Development announced the Modernizing Parking Requirements project in December in an effort to:

Reduce city time reviewing development applications,
Promote the development of more housing, and
Give building projects the flexibility to build the number of parking spaces they deem necessary, based on market conditions.

Next month, the project team will begin public outreach to share more information on the zoning rules and regulations that may change and collect feedback from community members. We encourage you to join the in-person events listed below to hear from city planners and share your voice.
Wednesday, April 2: Broadway Corridor Parking Minimums Townhall
6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Ratio Beerworks, 2030 S. Cherokee St., Denver
Tuesday, April 15: Virtual Townhall Time and login information will be shared soon on the project webpage.
Wednesday, April 16: Council District 6 “Academy in the Community”
5:30-7:30 p.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S. Dr., Denver
Additionally, city planners have completed a project background report that includes information on peer cities, state law, and Denver’s current regulations. Click here for more info.

City Discussion re Vibrant Denver GO Bond
2025-04-08 16:30 - 18:30 | Rude Rec Center, 2855 W Holden Pl, Denver, CO
The City and County of Denver is excited to invite you, your friends and neighbors to a Citywide community conversation with Denver Mayor Mike Johnston in partnership with At-Large Denver City Councilmembers Sarah Parady and Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez to discuss the 2025 Vibrant Denver GO Bond, a proposed bond initiative that aims to make transformative investments in our city! Attached and below is the community conversation flyer(s) for this meeting. This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about the bond proposal, ask questions, and share your thoughts on potential bond projects in your district with representatives from the Mayor’s Office, City Council, and City Agency Officials.
Please Share:

Date: Tuesday, April 8th from 4:30PM – 6:30 PM; doors open at 4:00PM
Location: Rude Recreation Center: 2855 W Holden Pl, Denver, CO 80204 – Parking onsite HC accessible (Near 13th & Decatur)
At-Large Councilmembers Sarah Parady and Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez: Citywide
Live Stream on Zoom: Denvergov-org.zoom.us/my/vibrantdenver (Meeting ID: 619 207 4556 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Public events for Modernizing Parking Requirements project coming in April
2025-04-15 08:00 - 17:00
Denver Community Planning and Development announced the Modernizing Parking Requirements project in December in an effort to:

Reduce city time reviewing development applications,
Promote the development of more housing, and
Give building projects the flexibility to build the number of parking spaces they deem necessary, based on market conditions.

Next month, the project team will begin public outreach to share more information on the zoning rules and regulations that may change and collect feedback from community members. We encourage you to join the in-person events listed below to hear from city planners and share your voice.
Tuesday, April 15: Virtual Townhall Time and login information will be shared soon on the project webpage.
Wednesday, April 16: Council District 6 “Academy in the Community”
5:30-7:30 p.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S. Dr., Denver
Additionally, city planners have completed a project background report that includes information on peer cities, state law, and Denver’s current regulations. Click here for more info.

Public events for Modernizing Parking Requirements project coming in April
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO, United States
Denver Community Planning and Development announced the Modernizing Parking Requirements project in December in an effort to:

Reduce city time reviewing development applications,
Promote the development of more housing, and
Give building projects the flexibility to build the number of parking spaces they deem necessary, based on market conditions.

Next month, the project team will begin public outreach to share more information on the zoning rules and regulations that may change and collect feedback from community members. We encourage you to join the in-person events listed below to hear from city planners and share your voice.
Wednesday, April 16: Council District 6 “Academy in the Community”
5:30-7:30 p.m., Cook Park Recreation Center, 7100 Cherry Creek S. Dr., Denver
Additionally, city planners have completed a project background report that includes information on peer cities, state law, and Denver’s current regulations. Click here for more info.

WDCA Clean Up Day Saturday April 26
2025-04-26 09:00 - 12:00
WDCA Clean Up Day Saturday April 26

Looking for volunteers to help with trash pick up starting on Quebec.
When- Saturday April 26th-9AM-12Noon
Meet at the corner of Quebec & E.Exposition.
Garbage bags will be provided.
Bring water & Garden/work gloves with you.
The weather should be Awesome!

District 5 Spring Community Clean-Up Day
2025-04-27 08:30 - 17:00 | Montclair Rec Center, 729 Ulster Way, Denver, CO, 80230, United States
Sign-up for Spring Community Clean-up Day
April 27, 2025 @ 8:30 AM at the Montclair Recreation Center (729 Ulster Way)
Our neighborhoods are cherished places, and we want to keep them beautiful! That’s why Councilwoman Sawyer has created District 5 Community Clean-up Day, which is a unique opportunity for community members to come together and contribute to the beautification of our city. Below is a list of parks, open spaces, and RTD bus stop benches that we need your help sprucing up.
Parks and Open Spaces

6th Ave Parkway (Monaco to Quebec)
Bayaud Park
Cherry Creek Trail and City of Karmiel Park (University Blvd to Alameda Ave)
Denison Park
Great Lawn Park
John W. Barnes Park
Kittredge Park
Lindsley Park
Mayfair Park
Montclair Park and Richthofen Parkway
Robinson Park

Bus Stop Benches

E Bound – Alameda Ave & Miami Ct
W Bound – Alameda Ave & S Dayton St
W Bound – Alameda Ave & S Monaco Pkwy
E Bound – Alameda Ave & Quebec St
S Bound – Quebec St & 13th Ave
W Bound – Alameda Ave & Clinton St
E Bound – Alameda Ave & S Niagara St

I hope you’ll join us for my annual Spring Parks Clean-up Day on April 27, 2025 at 8:30 AM at the Montclair Recreation Center (729 Ulster Way)! Sign-up at: Bit.ly/2025SpringCleanup

Sign up

Free Mulch Giveaway May 3
2025-05-03
DENVER – Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is hosting its annual Mulch Giveaway on Saturday, May 3, and is also offering Denver residents an opportunity to register for a limited amount of free compost! Get two great products that are good for your garden!
Holiday trees dropped off during the Treecycle program are mulched and distributed back to Denver residents for free each spring. Compost is created from food scraps and yard waste collected from Denver’s Compost program and donated from WM.
Dig-Your-Own MULCH will be available at THREE locations this year, while supplies last: Denver Central Platte Campus, North Entrance (Enter through the campus gates at 2000 W. 3rd Avenue. Head right at the stop sign and follow signs for Mulch Giveaway)

Cherry Creek Transfer Station (7301 E Jewell Ave. Enter on E. Jewell Ave)
Havana Nursery (10450 Smith Rd)

In addition to dig-your-own, free loader service is available at the Havana location for trucks and small, one axle trailers.

Please bring your own rake or shovel, as well as bags or containers for loading mulch and a tarp to cover your truck or trailer.
Denver residents only; commercial vehicles are prohibited from taking or selling the mulch or compost from this event.
More information can be found at denvergov.org/mulch

Dig-Your-Own COMPOST will be available at ONE location (registration required)

Denver Central Platte Campus, South Entrance (Enter through the campus gates at 1271 W. Bayaud Ave. and drive past the Denver Animal Shelter)

Advance registration is required for free compost. Visit denvergov.org/mulch to sign up and receive a coupon confirmation code.
Residents should bring their coupon code, a one 5-gallon bucket, shovel, and proof of Denver residency.
Quantities are limited.

Did You Know?
Mulch retains soil moisture, suppresses weeds, keeps soil and plant roots cool, prevents frost heaving in winter, and makes a garden bed and landscape look more attractive. The mulch at our giveaway is made from tree branches and holiday trees residents recycled through Denver’s Treecycle collection program.
Compost is a nutrient-rich soil amendment made from decomposed organic material. It can be added to soil to help plants thrive, while reducing water and fertilizer needs! This compost was created from food scraps and yard waste collected by Denver’s Compost Collection Program.

Paint Recycle Event
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | City of Denver Fire Foundation, 1271 W Bayaud Ave,, Denver, CO, 80223
Join us for a fun and eco-friendly event where you can safely dispose of your unwanted paint! Our Free Paint Recycling Collection Event is happening on May 17, 2025 at 1271 W. Bayaud Ave., Denver, CO 80223. Don’t miss this opportunity to declutter your space and contribute to a greener environment. See accepted and non accepted items below.
Register for a timeslot today! https://circular.eco/event/Den517. Simply sign up and secure your spot. We will accept all types of paint, from latex to oil-based, so bring them all! Our team of experts will be on hand to guide you through the process and ensure everything is properly recycled.
Voluntary donations will support the Denver Fire Department Foundation (DFDF). DFDF raises funds to support our firefighters by providing safety and wellness equipment and programming, as well as public education about fire safety and prevention.
Accepted Materials:
Urethanes
Oil-based and Latex-based Paints
Acrylic Paint
Varnishes, Shellacs and Lacquers
Primers
Clear coatings
Not Accepted:
Spray Paints, Marine and Auto Paints
Household Hazardous Waste
Electronics
Paint Thinner
Driveway Sealers

Citywide Trail Cleanup
2025-06-07 08:00 - 10:00
Denver Parks and Recreation invites volunteers to join in our summer City-wide trail cleanup effort! Volunteers are needed at one of 11 different locations across Denver to help with general clean up tasks that may include trash and debris removal, painting, weed removal and other tasks to keep Denver’s trails looking great and in good condition for all trail users.
Sign up to volunteer: https://godenverparks.denvergov.org/calendar
When: Saturday, June 7 | 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Where: Multiple locations across locations
Denver Parks & Recreation | City and County of Denver
Email: parksandrecreation@denvergov.org
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Loving Day - No appointment needed to marry at Denver Court
2025-06-12 08:00 - 17:00
Denver Clerk & Recorder Announcement
We’re excited to announce we are hosting another no appointment needed marriage day on Loving Day, June 12. The day commemorates the 1967 Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia, which legalized interracial marriage in the United States. Again, no appointment is needed, just make sure to visit our marriage and civil unions page to read marriage license requirements and complete your application.

One Water Day 2025 Agenda is Live!
2025-06-20 09:00 - 18:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver, Colorado
Just Announced: One Water Day 2025 Agenda is Live! Tickets are $60 to attend.

We’re excited to announce the official One Water Day is now live! Join us on Friday, June 20, at the Denver Botanic Gardens for a full day of connection, collaboration and conversations at the intersection of water, sustainability and community.
This year’s One Water Day agenda brings together public and private leaders from across the region to explore stormwater and the urban ecosystem, highlighting the benefits of integrated stormwater management and collaboration across utilities
Tickets to One Water Day may be purchased as an add-on to the Watershed Summit. Ticket price $60.00
Registration includes access to the Watershed Summit in the afternoon, happy hour and full access to Denver Botanic Gardens on June 20. Lunch may be purchased as an add-on to registration.

Register Today

DENVER DAYS July 26 - August 3 2025
2025-07-26 - 2025-08-03
Planning to host a Denver Days residential block party? Don’t wait! Up to 50 residential block party applications on a first-come, first-served basis will be approved. Please submit your gathering permit and Denver Days application TODAY! All instructions are found in the tabs below.
Questions? Contact us at denverdays@denvergov.org.

Denver's Back to School Fest! August 2
2025-08-02 10:00 - 14:00 | National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO, 80216
You’re Invited: Denver’s Back to School Fest
Two of our community’s most cherished back-to-school events are joining forces for one incredible celebration. The Silva Family Foundation’s Back to School Festival at Sloan’s Lake and Birdseed Collective’s celebration at GES are teaming up with Denver Days to host a citywide event designed to support families and students as they head into a new school year.
Join us for a fun, resource-filled day that brings our community together!
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
National Western Center, 4797 National Western Dr., Denver, CO. 80216
This FREE, family-friendly event is brought to you by Denver Human Rights & Community Partnerships, the Denver Mayor’s Office, the Silva Family Foundation, the National Western Center, Birdseed Collective, and the Denver Fire Department.
With heartfelt gratitude, we also thank our incredible sponsors, Comcast and FirstBank, for your generous support and commitment to our community.
You can expect:
Free backpacks and school supplies for students
Health and wellness resources
City and community resources
Live music and performances
Fun games and activities for all ages
We’re bringing together city agencies, nonprofits, and community partners to support Denver families with everything they need to start the school year strong.
Help us spread the word! Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.
Learn more: denvergov.org/denverdays

Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council Monthly Meeting
2025-08-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Via Zoom, Denver
Join us for the Denver Sustainable Food Policy Council monthly meeting.

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Location: ZOOM
All meetings are open to the public and include Spanish language interpretation.

Register Here when meeting is held online, no need to register for in-person meetings. In person meeting locations will be posted on Slack and the SFPC Google calendar one week in advance.
All past meeting materials can be found on our website, or our Slack channel. Please join us on the new SFPC Slack for news, updates, and announcements.
Questions or comments? Send us an email: denversfpc@gmail.com

District 5 Fall Clean Up Day
2025-09-28 08:30 - 17:00 | Montclair Rec Center, 729 Ulster Way, Denver, CO, 80230, United States
Our 2025 Fall Community Clean-Up Day is this month! We need your help to keep our cherished parks and neighborhoods beautiful. Participants can choose to do one or both of the following volunteer activities:

Re-painting bus stop benches: Help clean and put a fresh coat of paint on bus stop benches in District 5.
Parks and open space clean-up: Spruce up half of city-owned parks and open spaces in District 5.

Fall Community Clean-Up Day will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.! Meet at the Montclair Recreation Center (729 Ulster Way) to grab supplies, breakfast, coffee or juice, and meet Councilwoman Sawyer. Sign-up at: bit.ly/FallCleanup2025.
The parks and open spaces being cleaned on September 28 are:

6th Ave Parkway (Colorado Blvd to Monaco Pkwy)
City of Ulaanbaatar Park (5th Ave between Rosalyn & Syracuse in Lowry)
Cranmer Park
Crescent Park
Crestmoor Park
Jacobs Park
James N Manley Park
Lowry Sports Park
Monaco Pkwy (E Colfax to 6th Ave)
Pulaski Park

The bus stops that will be re-painted on September 28 are:

1st Ave & University Blvd
E Bound – 11th Ave & Spruce Ct
E Bound – 11th Ave & Willow St
E Bound – 6th Ave & Lafayette St
E Bound – Colfax Ave & Bellaire St
E Bound – Colfax Ave & Cherry St
E Bound – Colfax Ave & Monaco Pkwy
N Bound – Colorado Blvd & 14th Ave
N Bound – Colorado Blvd & 6th Ave
S Bound – Monaco Pkwy & 6th Ave
W Bound – 1st Ave & University Blvd
W Bound – 6th Ave & Quebec St
W Bound – Mississippi Ave & S Oneida St
W Bound – Mississippi Ave & Valentia St
W Bound – Monaco Pkwy & 6th Ave

I hope to see you on September 28!

Next Denver DA Community Academy
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:30 | Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street, Denver, CO
Join Us for Our Next Denver DA Community Academy
Our next Community Academy is scheduled for Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and will be held at the Blair Caldwell Branch Library, 2401 Welton Street in Denver.
Please join us as DA Walsh shares his vision and priorities for the Denver District Attorney’s Office. Additionally, you’ll hear from several other key members of the DA’s Office, who will explain what they do and why they do it, and provide a detailed look at some major cases that we have recently prosecuted. There will also be plenty of time throughout the day for questions from audience members. It is our hope that, at the end of the day, you’ll leave with a greater understanding of the criminal justice system and the many dedicated people who make it work.
Please join us. Register online here

Park Hill Park Opening - Open to Public
2025-10-28 15:30 - 18:00 | Park Hill Park, 4141 E. 35th Ave, Denver, CO

ELECTION DAY
2025-11-04
Key deadlines for the 2025 election

Last recommended day to return ballots by mail: Monday, October 27, 2025.
Last day to register and receive a ballot by mail: Monday, October 27, 2025.
Election Day: Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Final deadline for all ballots: All ballots, whether mailed or dropped off, must be received by the Denver Elections Division by 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 4, 2025. Postmarks do not count.

Ballot drop off box located at Cook Park, 7100 Cherry Creek So. Dr., Denver 80224 – Best access due to construction is from S. Quebec and you can exit going north via Monaco or return to Quebec traffic light.
