Author: Scott Weiser
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RTD rider satisfaction rises, but overall transit use stagnates
The Regional Transportation District on Monday released its annual customer and community survey results, which show rising satisfaction among bus and rail riders. But critics said those gains mask a deeper disconnect with broader metro Denver and statewide preferences for personal vehicle travel. RTD reported 82% satisfaction among bus customers and 87% among rail customers…
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EPA proposes more flexibility in coal ash rules as Colorado sites face ongoing cleanup
The Valmont power station east of Boulder remains a high-profile example of cleanup challenges at older sites The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed changes to federal coal ash regulations that would give utilities and state authorities more site-specific options for managing the toxic byproducts of coal-burning power plants at disposal sites created prior to federal…
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Colorado utility regulators tackle 911 communications, proposed rate hikes
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission is reviewing proposals to strengthen the state’s 911 emergency communications system, while advancing several major utility rate cases that could raise monthly bills for electric and natural gas customers later this year. Lumen Technologies filed its 2026 Basic Emergency Service Improvement Plan on April 3 in Proceeding No. 26A-0140T. The…
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RTD adds rail cars, ramps up security for busy downtown weekend events
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The Regional Transportation District is adding rail cars to several lines and increasing security as it prepares for a surge in ridership from major events across downtown this weekend. RTD expects heavy crowds Friday through Sunday as fans head to Fan Expo Denver at the Colorado Convention Center, Morgan Wallen concerts at Empower Field at…
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Copper thefts threaten 911, emergency communications in Colorado
The theft of copper communications wire is endangering 911 service and other emergency response systems across Colorado, as thieves target infrastructure in Denver and beyond in search of quick profits, according to policymakers and industry representatives. At the state Capitol, legislators have responded by passing a bill aimed at cracking down down on the sale…
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Colorado’s proposed battery regulations target fire risks, raise enforcement, cost questions
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Some worry consumers would face civil or administrative fines under the legislation Lawmakers have passed new regulations mandating sellers of lithium-powered batteries to register with the state and produce outreach plans before they can engage in business in Colorado. Under the proposal, providers must also collect “unwanted” propulsion batteries, ensure their “responsible managements,” and produce…
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Colorado Boulevard bus rapid transit project invites fierce criticism, support
Critics call it ‘social engineering gone amuck.’ Supporters insist slower traffic would save lives. A major debate is underway over proposed bus rapid transit changes along Colorado Boulevard, with supporters arguing they would tackle safety, air quality and congestion problems, while critics call it “social engineering” meant to make it so painful that people would…
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Colorado lawmakers kill both major data center bills
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Colorado lawmakers killed competing bills aimed at regulating large data centers, meaning regulation of the facilities is left in the hands of the Colorado Public Utilities Commission for now. The action leaves the state without new statewide rules even as those opposed to data centers warn the facilities could drive soaring electricity demand, higher utility…
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CDOT to host open house Wednesday on Colorado Boulevard BRT amid traffic diversion fears
The Colorado Department of Transportation will hold its second public open house Wednesday to address plans for bus rapid transit improvements along Colorado Boulevard as officials study options that could include dedicated bus lanes and “road dieting.” The meeting, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Clayton Early Learning Center, 3801 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.,…
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RTD plans detours, delays for 20th anniversary Colfax Marathon on Sunday
The 20th anniversary Colfax Marathon will force detours and delays for some Regional Transportation District bus and light rail services Sunday morning. The event will reroute or suspend portions of several lines from 5:30 a.m. until approximately noon May 17 as runners move through Denver and Lakewood. Customers should plan extra travel time and check…