COMMERCE CITY, Colo. (KDVR) — City leaders in Commerce City say they’re taking a new approach to addressing homelessness and are working to show residents that progress is being made.

Officials estimate about 70 people are currently living on the streets in Commerce City. The city’s plan to get them off the streets is twofold: Offer services to those experiencing homelessness while also clearing encampments from public spaces like parks and sidewalks.

“I know there’s frustration, but we are making progress and finding a balance to help,” said City Councilman Charles Dukes.

In June 2024, the Commerce City Council voted to update its camping ordinance, giving city staff the authority to move people off public or private property. Sgt. Rick Evans with the Commerce City Police Department de

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