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She touted the strides the city has made. First up was the Crisis Response Unit, which helps those experiencing homelessness, mental health crises, and more. Leighty said

Northglenn was one of the rst to have a program of its kind.

She said that the police department is hiring and looking for new o cers. A lot of money has been sent to the department for upgraded enforcement technology.

Another thing she touted was the Safety Sensitive Zones, which have been implemented across the city, one in each ward. Speeding nes are doubled in those areas. at program resulted in 20 tickets being given out in June in those areas, according to a report from the police department.

She said the city is working on water projects and beginning construction on 120th Avenue, and noted that RTD is free. Leighty encouraged neighbors to use public transporta- tion and try it out while there are no fees.

Looking to the future, the sta and council are creating a comprehensive plan, a housing study and a sustainability plan.

She also noted the businesses popping up acraoss Northglenn and asked residents to patronize new shops that open.