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joins Guardians of safety and well-being Parker regional approach Heroes Gala honors first responders who help address community’s mental health crisis
to provide more affordable housing Town works in conjunction with the Douglas County Housing Partnership BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Weekly during the event. “To include the vital partnerships.” Located at the exclusive Signature Aviation private jet hangar at Centennial Airport, the event included the opportunity for attendees to get an up-close look at the variety of vehicles, aircraft and tools used to assist the community during emergencies.
As Douglas County looks to offer more affordable housing opportunities, the Town of Parker has joined nearby municipalities in a regional approach to receive funding through Proposition 123. Approved by Colorado voters in 2022, Proposition 123 aims to support and increase the supply of affordable housing and support the creation of homelessness assistance programs across the state. The proposition directs 0.1% of the state’s income tax revenue to assist in the development of affordable housing and affordable housing activities. “Those revenues are deposited into a state affordable housing fund,” said John Fussa, community development director for the Town of Parker.
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Cpl. Grant Collins of the Lone Tree Police Department and Mental Health Clinician Sophia Lind of the Douglas County Community PHOTO BY HALEY LENA Response Team were awarded with the Law Enforcement Hero of the Year award. BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
After a year that involved dangerous fires, numerous thefts, drug busts and the loss of life, first responders across Douglas County were recognized for their actions at the second annual Douglas County Community Foundation Heroes Gala. The event, which drew hundreds
of attendees, took place on Sept. 13. From law enforcement, fire rescue, members of the armed forces and military veterans, the event honored local heroes, including those involved with nonprofit organizations that have a hand in aiding the community. “Tonight we honor all of those heroes who serve our community,” said Douglas County Sheriff Darren
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