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Story summary
- Denver plans to lay off 171 employees and eliminate 665 vacant positions to address a $200 million budget deficit for 2026.
- Mayor Mike Johnston cited stagnant sales tax revenue and rising costs as reasons for the cuts.
- Affected employees will receive 30 days of paid leave and severance based on tenure.
- Union leaders are concerned about the layoffs' effects on city services and employee morale.
- The city intends to minimize service disruptions despite the budget reductions.
