In the heart of Denver's University Hills neighborhood, there is a place that transcends boundaries and provides vital healthcare services to those in need. Evans Medical Center, a beacon of hope for refugees, asylum seekers, immigrants, and economically disadvantaged individuals, stands as a testament to compassion and inclusivity. However, this cherished medical clinic is now facing an imminent threat that requires the united support of Denver residents like you.

Councilwoman Kendra Black's proposed rezone effort seeks to strip Evans Medical Center of its long-standing 'Healthcare Campus' zoning and replace it with 'Residential' zoning. This legislative maneuver, known as "downzoning," is an extreme rarity, typically used sparingly due to its profound impact on property owners. If this rezone passes, it could spell disaster for Evans Medical Center and the community it serves.

Why is this downzoning happening? Councilwoman Black argues that it aims to prevent density in the U-Hills neighborhood. But what she fails to consider is the devastating consequences it would have on Evans Medical Center. This targeted downzoning would cripple the clinic's ability to expand its services and obstruct its pursuit of a special federal designation, which would unlock grants for crucial additions like dental, vision, and mental health care.

The true victims of this downzoning scheme are the hardworking immigrant owners of Evans Medical Center. Their dream of expanding to better serve the community, providing comprehensive healthcare for all, now hangs in the balance. If the proposed rezone succeeds, the property's value would plummet, potentially plunging the clinic into a state of negative equity and eroding their ability to sustain operations. This is a direct attack on their property rights and a gross overstep by the City Council.

We cannot stand idly by and allow Evans Medical Center to suffer such a grave injustice. We must rally together and take action now!

Join us in signing this urgent petition, imploring the Denver City Council to VOTE NO on the University Hills Rezone during the upcoming vote on June 20th. Let's make our voices heard and ensure that Evans Medical Center remains a lifeline for our diverse community. Together, we can preserve access to vital healthcare services, protect property rights, and champion the values of inclusivity and compassion that make Denver so extraordinary.

Take a moment to email your City Council representative, the two "at large" representatives, and the city council general mailbox, urging them to stand against the University Hills Rezone. Your personal letter, complete with a unique subject line, will have a powerful impact. Let's make a difference!

Together, we can Save Evans Medical Center and safeguard the health and well-being of Denver's most vulnerable populations.

Sign the petition. Speak up. Act now.

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