Opinion | 'Turning Mayor-elect Mike Johnston’s big, hairy audacious campaign proposals into successful policies will be immensely challenging and requires a talented, diverse and sophisticated team that can execute at a very high level.'
To his credit, Mayor Hancock did not endorse any of the candidates in this race because he endorsed a commitment to a smooth transition. Johnston and his transition team should meet with Hancock and his administration to better understand lessons learned, to access their institutional knowledge, get information and advice as needed.
As Gov. John Hickenlooper’s chief of staff, I learned the importance of bringing subject-matter experts into the room when dealing with complicated and controversial issues so that robust conversations could take place and informed decisions could be made. Johnston has vowed to make Denver the safest big city in America. He has his work cut out for him as Denver is listed as the 15th most dangerous place to live in the US News and World Report’s recent annual survey.
Johnston has said he will end homelessness in his first term and the appointment of chief housing officer in the Department of Housing Stability is key to ensuring that Denverites have a roof over their heads. Mike Johnston supporter Mohamed Abukar holds the sign during Denver mayor runoff Election Day at Union Station in Denver, Colorado on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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