Anna Jo Haynes
Coverage of Anna Jo Haynes in the Nexus archive.
- Denver Mayor Mike Johnston reveals ambitious ‘Mile High Line’ plan, universal childcare task force
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced two initiatives during his State of the City address: the 'Mile High Line' development plan for seven major city sites and a universal childcare task force. The childcare task force, named after Anna Jo Haynes and Nancy Gary, aims to reduce red tape and expand affordable childcare within five years. The Mile High Line targets 20,000 new housing units across seven transit-connected sites, including Park Hill and downtown Denver, but lacks specific funding details.
- Johnston wants universal childcare in Denver (and 3 other things we heard at his big speech)
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston outlined plans for a universal childcare program and sustainable growth in his State of the City address. He announced a task force, the Haynes-Gary Taskforce, to reduce red tape, train caregivers, and make childcare affordable, while also addressing housing and gentrification challenges.