We hope you enjoyed a magical holiday season 🎉 and rang in the new year ready to conquer 2024. Or, like many of us, it's possible you caught a cold, overate, spent long hours with your kids or extended family, and are just relieved it's all over 😅. Either way, January offers the opportunity for a proverbial clean slate and fresh opportunities.
Our New Year's resolution at SUNI? To deepen our community ties, warmly welcome newcomers, and support the local businesses that make our neighborhood unique.
🌟 Join Our New Year Celebration! Mark your calendars for the SUNI Sipper at Spirit Hound on January 16th, starting at 5:30 PM. It's the perfect occasion to connect and share our community spirit. Details below.
🙏 Support for Our Schools & Venezuelan Students Our schools, nurturing a growing number of young Venezuelan students, urgently need your help. Every donation makes a significant difference — just $25 can provide vital food and supplies for these families. Let’s come together to support our students.
📰 Stay Updated with Neighborhood News Read on for more updates and happenings around our wonderful neighborhood.
Looking forward to seeing you at the Sipper!
The SUNI Board
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Support Our Local Schools and Make a Difference This Winter! 🌟
Bryant Webster and Valdez schools are home to many Venezuelan students who urgently need basic essentials like food and warm clothing. Your donations can make a real difference in their lives.
Why Your Help Matters:
Immediate Impact: These students face significant challenges and have arrived with minimal belongings. Your contribution goes directly to providing them with the necessities they desperately need.
Community Strength: When we support one child, we uplift the entire classroom. Your generosity fosters a more nurturing and productive learning environment for all.
100% Direct Aid: Every penny you donate will be used to meet the immediate needs of these students, ensuring they have warm meals and clothing during these cold months.
How You Can Help:
Make a Donation: No amount is too small. Each donation brings warmth, meals, and hope to a child in need.
Spread the Word: Share this message with friends and family. Together, we can provide stability and optimism for these young lives.
Let's come together as a community and ensure no child goes without this winter. Your support means the world to them.
SUNI Land Use Meeting - Topics Request! What Land Use issues should we cover in our monthly meeting?
Are you curious about a sign posted in front of a building? Wondering if your project requires a building permit? Curious about your property's zoning code and what it means? We need to hear from you! Send ideas to info@sunnysidedenver.org.
Our next virtual meeting is scheduled for January 11th from 6:30-8 pm. Cancellations will be posted on our website calendar and the monthly agenda. So bookmark those and check them before the meeting.
Councilwoman Sandoval is leading a pivotal initiative to rezone Sunnyside for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), and your voice matters!
As part of this process, she seeks your valuable feedback through an online survey. This is a crucial opportunity for neighbors to share their perspectives and help shape the community's future.
We encourage you to participate and spread the word. Engage in this significant decision by visiting the survey and learning more on our dedicated webpage.
Your input is essential in driving meaningful change in Sunnyside. Thank you for taking the time to contribute to our community's growth!
District 1 Corner - Amanda Sandoval
In her New Year's message, Councilwoman Sandoval reflected on 2023's achievements, including legislative successes, delaying the sidewalk fee, fostering City and Denver Public Schools collaboration, designating La Raza Park as a Historic-Cultural District, and preserving Sunnyside's character through rezoning. She thanked the community for their participation and stressed its importance to her. For 2024, she is focused on continuing their work and embracing community diversity, encouraging ongoing engagement on key issues.
Bookmark Councilwoman Sandoval's webpage. You can find all her newsletters and neighborhood update archives here.
Come chat with Amanda Sandoval about issues in Northwest Denver. Appointments are required for virtual office hours. Book an appointment here.
Near Northwest Area Plan
After two years of community engagement, Denver has finalized a draft of the Near Northwest Area Plan. The plan aims to build on the area's sense of community and belonging while helping residents thrive.
The Mayor appoints approximately 700 people to serve on over 130 City and County of Denver Boards and Commissions. Our office manages this process of recruiting, interviewing, and recommending candidates.
Please review our list of boards and commissions if you are interested in considering yourself and/or others in the community who can contribute by serving on one of these Boards or Commissions.
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Discover Birch Road: The Ultimate Blend of Social Club and Workspace
Birch Road offers a unique social club experience with its BYOB clubhouses. Members enjoy personal lockers in a temperature-controlled cellar, a variety of glassware and bar tools, and complimentary mixers and garnishes.
The clubhouse also serves as a versatile space for entertaining, working, and socializing, featuring high-speed Wi-Fi, printer use, and a variety of seating options, including private meeting rooms.
Membership is flexible, with no annual contracts and a monthly fee, providing access to member events, interest-based clubs, and community-building opportunities. Birch Road is a place where drinks, conversation, and connections flow freely, redefining the way people socialize and work. Inquire about membership here.
