Advocates argue for and against Denver slaughterhouse ban

Advocates argue for and against Denver slaughterhouse ban

DENVER (KDVR) — A broad group of stakeholders came together to oppose a ballot initiative to ban slaughterhouses in Denver. Both sides of the issue acknowledged that it would do much more than that if passed. "Residents that work in Globeville at Superior Farms, their families rely on this business. We as a community rely on this business," District 9 City Council Member Darrell Watson said. 17-year-old shot in the face looking for spot to …

Denver slaughterhouse advocates oppose ballot measure, citing job losses and rising food costs

Supporters of Denver's only slaughterhouse gathered to oppose a measure that seeks to shut it down for good, which could result in the loss of roughly 160 jobs and $215 million in economic benefits to one of Denver's poorest neighborhoods.…

Housing Authority advocates for sales tax, debrucing ballot measures

The Chaffee Housing Authority hosted a presentation Wednesday in Buena Vista making its case for two ballot measures coming before voters in November that will have an “existential” impact on the future of the young nonprofit.