Denver Direct: Busy Day at the Parks


Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Busy Day at the Parks

From the Rocky Mountain News:

First this:
AT ISSUE: Setting the record straight about City Park events
Kim Bailey and Carla Madison
Tuesday, April 8, 2008

While we respect letter writer Tom Morris’ right to his opinion of Denver Parks and Recreation, we take exception with the inaccuracies in his April 2 letter, “No checks on Denver Parks and Rec.”

The city did not approve the AEG concert in City Park. No permit was ever issued and no endorsement was given. We heard from hundreds of citizens who were excited by the idea of a Mile High Music and Arts Festival; however, the Denver Zoo’s opposition ultimately forced AEG’s decision to pursue an alternative venue. Continue reading….

And then this:

Denver Parks and Rec manager resigns
By Daniel J. Chacon, Rocky Mountain News
Originally published 10:51 a.m., April 8, 2008
Updated 10:51 a.m., April 8, 2008

Denver Parks and Recreation Manager Kim Bailey has resigned, Mayor John Hickenlooper announced this morning.

Hickenlooper and City Council members praised Bailey, calling her “talented” and “hard-working.”

“We’re going to miss Kim Bailey, probably more than you think,” Councilman Charlie Brown told Hickenlooper.

Bailey’s resignation is effective May 27. Continue reading…

And this from Denver’s Channel 8 Online: