Denver mayor defends layoffs
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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.
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.
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Some city officials said the proposal lacks clarity on what qualifies as a “low-level” violation.
One woman who is suing the city for political retaliation and discrimination, now she says she's worried it factored into her losing her job.
The president of Local Union 158, Mark Wallin, said he has had several sleepless nights as a result of the looming layoffs. The union represents employees of the City and County of Denver. "A great deal of suspense," Wallin said on Sunday evening, explaining how the weekend has been.
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