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Brother Jeff

From Dinners To Podcasts, Communities Of Color Spread The Word About Redistricting

3 September 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “AAPI groups haven’t been working on redistricting alone; since the draft maps came out, leaders in the metro area’s Black, Latino, AAPI, Indigenous and immigrant communities have been in ongoing conversations about how to ensure equitable representation. “It’s important that all of us come together and figure out what is fair for each other,” … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Brother Jeff, Jeff Fard, Omar Montgomery, politics, redistricting

RTD in crisis: New CEO takes aim at declining ridership, disgruntled drivers, complicated fares

7 June 2021 by Welton Corridor

  “Despite funding relief from federal government as part of the CARES Act in the amount of $232 million, RTD is still in a pickle. Two-thirds of RTD’s budget comes from local sales and use tax dollars, which has resulted in a $28.5 million decline since the COVID-19 crisis started. What light rail is in … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Brother Jeff, Jeff Fard, L-line, RTD

Is This Five Points, RiNo…or Gentrification Station?

8 July 2020 by Welton Corridor

  “”In an effort to reclaim our spaces, our communities, and our history, I have made it my duty to work to regain the essence of Denver Colorado’s historically black neighborhood,” writes the author of a petition that went live on Change.org last week: “Revert The Rino District back to its historical name ‘The 5 … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Brother Jeff, Calhoun, gentrification, Harlem of the West, Jeff Fard, Jill Hadley Hooper, petition, RiNo, Sonny Lawson Park, Tracy Weil, Westword

In Five Points, Change Comes at the Community Level

5 June 2020 by Welton Corridor

  “Long-term Five Points resident Candace kneels down with her daughter, Sparrow, to fill a trash bag with plastic bottles, cigarettes and other debris. She is part of a gathering at 8 a.m. on June 3, when over forty Five Points residents came out to clean up parks and streets in the neighborhood. “I think … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Bodies by Perseverance, Brother Jeff, Brother Jeff's Cultural Center, Coffee at The Point, Courtney Samuel, COVID-18, Fathima Dickerson, Five Points Business Improvement District, five points jazz festival, FPBID, Juneteenth Music Festival, LaSheita Sayer, Legacy Business Committee, Mona Dickerson, Oliva Omega, Ryan Cobbins, taxes, Welton Corridor, Welton St. Café, ZoZo Group LLC

You hear a lot about this Denver neighborhood’s past, but its present and future are the real story

10 May 2018 by Welton Corridor

  “Cranes building future developments loom above murals of past glory in a Denver neighborhood that’s changing almost beyond recognition. Five Points is named for the intersection of Welton Street, 27th Street, Washington Street and East 26th Avenue – and what was historically known as a sanctuary for the African American community has become increasingly … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Brother Jeff, Channel 9 News, gentrification, history, video

Welton Street isn’t Cherry Creek yet, but businesses are adjusting to a whiter clientele

14 April 2018 by Welton Corridor

  “As gentrification sweeps across Denver, few places show it quite like Welton Street in Five Points, where the tension between the neighborhood’s history and new development is on prominent display along one strip. On its face, gentrification is simply an economic function, the physical manifestations of investment and development in an underserved area. These … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: Brother Jeff, Coffee at The Point, Denverite, economics, Franklin Stiger Afro Styling, gentrification, Housing, Neat Stuff at the Black Market, Paul Brooks, race, Welton Corridor business announcements.

Brother Jeff and Ron Springer plan to enhance Welton Street’s culture with new catering service

6 April 2018 by Welton Corridor

  “Over the years, the sights and sounds of Welton Street have changed dramatically, but Brother Jeff Fard and Ron Springer hope to make sure Five Points keeps some of its original character. In addition to the many events Brother Jeff Fard hosts at his Cultural Center, the two plan on starting up a commercial … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: 2836 Welton, Black Dollar Saturday, Brother Jeff, catering, diet, food, health

The Future of Five Points Depends Upon What We Do Today

1 October 2016 by Welton Corridor

  “Many people are skeptical of change. Its easy to complain about problems, but it takes faith and reservation to make a difference in the lives of others.” read the entire article PNG of the article Winchester, Tracy. Brother Jeff 5 Points News October 2016.  

Posted in: IN THE NEWS Tagged: 5 Points News, BID, Brother Jeff, Business Improvement District, editorial

Welton Street Business Owner Asks, Why BID?

1 September 2016 by Welton Corridor

  “Last March I received a phone call from a neighbor informing me there was an effort to establish a BID along Welton Street. She was very excited about this effort and asked for my response. I replied that I didn’t want to pay higher property taxes. Her reply was, “Why not? This will be … [Read more…]

Posted in: IN THE NEWS, LEGISLATION Tagged: 5 Points News, BID, Brother Jeff, Business Improvement District, editorial, special district, vote

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Informational links, announcements, and media coverage for Denver, Colorado's Welton Corridor neighborhood meetings, development projects, transit issues, Business Improvement District, and community affairs.

Recent Posts

  • A New Bar and Plant Store Is Finally Ready to Bloom in Five Points 16 March 2023
  • Longtime Five Points soul food restaurant reopening in new location 20 February 2023
  • What’s going on with shared streets? City officials shared an update on them this week 17 February 2023
  • Five Points’ New Businesses Show an Optimistic Future for the Neighborhood 15 February 2023
  • This Denver district’s crime rate was 91% higher than the second worst districts’ 14 February 2023
  • A play about Five Point’s past offers hopes of a more collaborative future 13 February 2023
  • Melody Market will close at the end of January. It’s the latest Black-owned business to leave Welton Street 19 January 2023
  • Haroun Cowans, new chair of the Five Points BID, talks the future of Welton Street 16 January 2023
  • Three-plus miles of Broadway, Welton will go car-free for ‘ciclovía’ on four Sundays this year 13 January 2023

Upcoming Events

Apr
3
Mon
2023
3:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Apr 3 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Denver City Council Calendar https://denver.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Monday Meetings Begin at 3:30 p.m. and recess between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. for the General Public Comment. The council meeting continues at 5:30 p.m. City Council meetings are open ... [Read more...]
Apr
6
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2023
6:30 pm Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Apr 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  The Curtis Park Neighbors meets at 6:30 pm the first Thursday of every month at Mile High United Way 711 Park Avenue, Denver, CO.   AGENDA   Curtis Park Neighbors website.   Meeting dates ... [Read more...]
Apr
10
Mon
2023
3:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Apr 10 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Denver City Council Calendar https://denver.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Monday Meetings Begin at 3:30 p.m. and recess between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. for the General Public Comment. The council meeting continues at 5:30 p.m. City Council meetings are open ... [Read more...]
Apr
12
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2023
7:00 pm Heart of Five Points RNO Meeting
Heart of Five Points RNO Meeting
Apr 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Heart of Five Points webpage https://www.heartoffivepoints.com/ Meetings second Wednesday of the month 7:00 PM
Apr
17
Mon
2023
3:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Apr 17 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Denver City Council Calendar https://denver.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Monday Meetings Begin at 3:30 p.m. and recess between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. for the General Public Comment. The council meeting continues at 5:30 p.m. City Council meetings are open ... [Read more...]
Apr
24
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2023
3:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Apr 24 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Denver City Council Calendar https://denver.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Monday Meetings Begin at 3:30 p.m. and recess between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. for the General Public Comment. The council meeting continues at 5:30 p.m. City Council meetings are open ... [Read more...]
May
1
Mon
2023
3:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
May 1 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Denver City Council Calendar https://denver.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Monday Meetings Begin at 3:30 p.m. and recess between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. for the General Public Comment. The council meeting continues at 5:30 p.m. City Council meetings are open ... [Read more...]
May
4
Thu
2023
6:30 pm Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
Curtis Park Neighbors Public Mee... @ Mile High United Way
May 4 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
  The Curtis Park Neighbors meets at 6:30 pm the first Thursday of every month at Mile High United Way 711 Park Avenue, Denver, CO.   AGENDA   Curtis Park Neighbors website.   Meeting dates ... [Read more...]
May
8
Mon
2023
3:30 pm Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
Denver City Council Meeting @ Cathy Reynolds City Council Chamber
May 8 @ 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Denver City Council Calendar https://denver.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx Monday Meetings Begin at 3:30 p.m. and recess between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. for the General Public Comment. The council meeting continues at 5:30 p.m. City Council meetings are open ... [Read more...]
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