Wellington Webb oversaw various projects during his three terms as Mayor of Denver
During Wellington Webb's three terms as Denver's Mayor, Denver International Airport was completed and opened; downtown Denver was revitalized with vibrant residential and commercial foundations; he added more park and open space than any mayor in Denver's history; and oversaw the passage of numerous bond issues, which expanded the arts, culture and professional sports venues in the heart of the city.
Wellington Webb oversaw various projects during his three terms as Mayor of Denver
During Wellington Webb's three terms as Denver's Mayor, Denver International Airport was completed and opened; downtown Denver was revitalized with vibrant residential and commercial foundations; he added more park and open space than any mayor in Denver's history; and oversaw the passage of numerous bond issues, which expanded the arts, culture and professional sports venues in the heart of the city.
Construction and opening of the $4 billion Denver International Airport
Improved the city's bond rating from a general fund of AA in 1991 to AA+ in 2003, and Denver International Airport rating of BBB- in 1991 to A in 2003.
Negotiations to keep Denver's professional sports teams -Denver Broncos, Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets - in the city for at least 25 years and their new venues located near downtown Denver.
Won voters' support for other numerous bond issues, including $96 million for neighborhood and park improvements; $148 million to expand Denver Health Medical Center; and $125 million to expand the Denver Art Museum and for improvements at the Denver Zoo.
