Some Denver elected officials and laid-off staff are accusing Mayor Mike Johnston of weaponizing budget cuts to punish critics of his administration. The big picture: Their reproach reflects growing resentment at City Hall toward Johnston,

On Monday, the City of Denver announced 171 city employees would be laid off as the city faces a $200 million gap in next year's budget.

Denver outlines personnel cuts to mitigate a $200M budget shortfall, including 171 layoffs and the elimination of nearly 928 positions, with severance and support offered to affected employees.

Large A” and “At-Large B” ballot races, requiring candidates in each race to secure a majority to win, rather than a plurality.

Denver city and county employees are anxiously waiting for layoffs, which the mayor’s office said are set to take place this week, starting as soon as Monday.

In his State of the City address, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston spoke about a wide range of issues and improvements affecting the city.

We hope to shed light on the layoff process and tell the stories of how mass firings impact individuals, families and communities. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please fill out the form below or contact Elliott Wenzler at [email protected].

After weeks of uncertainty, Denver employees are now finding out if they will be laid off. Mayor Mike Johnston’s office said impacted employees would be notified Monday and Tuesday.