Boulder boasts equity

Boulder property management corporations have taken advantage of the housing crisis and exploited their tenants. Between disregard for repairs, taking advantage of the housing shortage (caused by the marshall fire) raising rents at the tune of $400 a month, and charging exorbitant amounts for cleaning and painting upon move out, these guys are criminals.

Reviews on google and yelp show it’s a widespread practice of taking full advantage of a vulnerable population. This is not the Boulder County way and I’m surprised it’s been allowed to go on this long. Boulder takes care of its people. How did this ball get dropped? Where is the oversight? The “essential” workers are being charged thousands of dollars at move-out just because they can’t afford to fight it. Are these people essential or just expendable? Come on Boulder you can do better than this.

With a housing shortage on top of an affordable housing shortage, these companies hold all the power with complete disregard, other than their profit margins. It’s repulsive and goes against everything Boulder stands for. My roommates and I will be fighting a $10,000 move-out charge in court. Has anyone ever paid $1600 for a maid service after the house was deep cleaned by the tenants? Has anyone ever paid $1600 for a maid service even if it wasn’t cleaned by the tenants? This is a scam and needs exposure. Do Boulderites just not know or are they looking the other way?

April Siegal

Boulder

Restricting reproductive rightsSince the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, 24 Republican-led legislatures have instituted egregious abortion bans, preventing millions of people from making their own reproductive health decisions or accessing necessary medical care.

Abortion bans disproportionately hurt Black, Brown, and low-income communities — which is just par for the course for MAGA Republicans. But MAGA cruelty knows no limits and these anti-abortion lawmakers have taken these bans to new, extreme levels, even though voters have made it clear time and again that restricting reproductive rights is overwhelmingly unpopular.

Our bodily autonomy should not depend on what state we live in. We need federal legislation to protect reproductive freedom for all.

Representative [Replace with Rep’s Name] has been fighting back against the Republicans’ ruthless anti-abortion agenda and is a fierce advocate for reproductive freedom in Congress. Not only have they cosponsored the Women’s Health Protection Act to codify Roe v. Wade, but they’ve also signed onto:

1) The Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act — to affirm the right to travel to receive legal abortion care;

2) The My Body, My Data Act — to protect data privacy related to reproductive health information; and

3) The Abortion Justice Act — to ensure that everyone is able to actually access the care they need.

These bills are critical to ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access abortion care, which we know is a winning issue at the polls. We need all Democrats to join Rep. [Replace with Rep’s name] as strong champions of reproductive freedom, not just to win back the House in 2024, but to actually deliver on these bills for the millions of Americans whose health and lives depend on them.

Mark Strunk

Westminster

Growing, evolving community

I’m reaching out to share my thoughts on the decision made by the Denver City Council regarding the rezoning of properties, in the University Hills neighborhood. Your article titled “Denver City Council approves controversial rezoning in University Hills” published on June 20, 2023 shed light on this matter. In my view this decision is a great step in the right direction.

But there is still more that can be done to tackle the housing and community development issues our city is facing. First and foremost I want to express my gratitude, for the city council’s dedication in responding to the evolving requirements of the University Hills neighborhood by implementing rezoning measures. The move from a campus healthcare district to a mixed-use district provides an opportunity to diversify housing options and services in that area. This is a step, towards meeting the demands of our growing and evolving community. Nevertheless it is essential to perceive this rezoning determination as the initiation of a dialogue concerning expansion and accessible housing.

As our cityscape undergoes transformation we must contemplate the enduring consequences that these zoning modifications will entail for both inhabitants and landowners. In light of politics, I would like to emphasize urban development as an important concept worth discussing. Finding the balance, between growth and preserving community resources like the Evans Medical Center mentioned in your article is essential. Policymakers must carefully navigate encouraging development while ensuring that vital community services continue uninterrupted.

Additionally, I want to emphasize how important community engagement is in politics.

In today’s interconnected world local choices often have repercussions. It’s not only, about governance; it’s also about promoting inclusivity and social justice on a scale by ensuring that everyone’s opinions are taken into account during the decision making process.

To back up my stance I refer to an article titled “Advantages and Disadvantages of Nationalization” which delves into the advantages of government participation, in industry and resource management. Although the article focuses on nationalization on a level it underscores how government intervention is crucial for citizen welfare — aligning with urban development goals.

In conclusion, I commend the Denver City Council for their dedication to addressing University Hills neighborhood needs through rezoning efforts. However, I urge policymakers to consider the long-term impact of these decisions on communities especially when it comes to essential services such, as the Evans Medical Center. By taking this approach we can make sure that there is a balance, between progress and maintaining our community’s cherished values.

Davis Conway

Colorado Springs