Denver is getting $3 million more for rental assistance, but Councilmembers say it’s not enough

Denver is getting $3 million more for rental assistance, but Councilmembers say it’s not enough

City Council hears from the public during an open comment session. Oct. 16, 2023. Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite Denver’s 2024 budget is getting additional money for programs including rental assistance, a basic income pilot program and Denver Health support. The $10.6 million additions come from a list of requests sent by Denver City Council earlier this month.

City Council’s funding requests added up to $81 million in budget changes. Mayor Mike Johnston’s additions fund seven of the 28 requests at lower levels than requested by Council.

Johnston emphasized the need to keep budget reserves at 15%.“Since we first released the 2024 proposed […]

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