Prioritizing Urban Revitalization

The mayor of Denver emphasizes the importance of addressing homelessness as a first priority for revitalizing the city post-COVID-19. In his approach, he likens the need for structured priorities to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, where addressing homelessness is the foundational step for future urban vibrancy. His aggressive initiative to house over 1,900 individuals from the streets and close major encampments has created significant changes in public safety perception. With 500 square blocks of downtown now free from encampments, the groundwork is being laid to encourage people back to work and to engage with the city's businesses.