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House District 4 covers some of Denver's most historic and vibrant neighborhoods. From the shops along Tennyson Street to the restaurants on 32nd Avenue, from the trails around Sloan's Lake to the cultural heart of Federal Boulevard — this is a district defined by its diversity, its resilience, and its people.

The Neighborhoods

West Highlands & Lower Highlands

The heart of HD4. The West Highland Neighborhood Association has been the voice of residents for decades, organizing around parks, development, and community character. The Tennyson Street shopping district is one of Denver's best neighborhood corridors — locally owned boutiques, restaurants, galleries, and the kind of street life that makes a city feel like home. Amy had her first job at a restaurant on 32nd and Lowell and has lived in the West Highlands since 2001.

Sunnyside & Chaffee Park

Working-class neighborhoods with deep roots in Denver's Latino community. These are the neighborhoods where Councilman Rick Garcia fought for curb and gutter improvements, alley paving, and crime prevention. The Federal Boulevard corridor that runs through these neighborhoods needs multi-modal transit investment and smart development that serves existing residents, not just newcomers.

Berkeley & Regis

Berkeley Park, with its lake and mature trees, anchors these neighborhoods north of 38th Avenue. The Berkeley neighborhood has seen significant development pressure in recent years, making affordable housing and responsible growth critical issues. Rep. Gonzales-Gutierrez grew up in these neighborhoods and attended North High School just blocks away.

Sloan's Lake

Sloan's Lake is Denver's second-largest park and a focal point for the neighborhoods that surround it. The St. Anthony's hospital redevelopment transformed the area, and ongoing debates about density, parking, and park access continue to shape the community. These were central issues for Councilman Garcia's tenure on City Council.

West Colfax & Villa Park

West Colfax has been one of Denver's most dynamic corridors, with the Business Improvement District driving revitalization along the avenue. The Gold Line light rail, which former RTD Commissioner Garcia championed, now connects these neighborhoods to downtown and beyond. Policy analysts have noted the transformative impact of transit-oriented development along this corridor.

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