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Denver voters will decide on sidewalk improvements in exchange for tax hike

Denver voters will decide on sidewalk improvements in exchange for tax hike
Denver voters will decide on sidewalk improvements in exchange for tax hike 00:34

Voters in Denver will have an opportunity to give their opinion on whether sidewalks will get a makeover on a ballot measure in November. The "Denver Deserves Sidewalks" initiative will be up to voters. 

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(credit: Denver Auditor)

The measure introduces a yearly property tax increase to pay for a comprehensive sidewalk repair fund. It will vary by location and how much sidewalk is connected to a property. 

Right now, home and property owners are responsible for upkeep and repairs of sidewalks. 

If passed, the measure would shift the responsibility of the repairs to the city. 

UPDATE: Leader of effort that got Denver Deserves Sidewalks on the ballot says she's seen 'overwhelming response'

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