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WATERFOWL CONTINUE TO DIE IN CITY PARK’S DUCK LAKE IN DISTRESSING NUMBERS. Numerous government agencies are involved in the maintenance and care of the lake and its inhabitants, but it is unclear who, if anyone, is taking charge of the situation. While residents express concern that the recycled water feeding the lake is to blame, authorities say that the deaths occuring are not out of the ordinary. See the article at right. Shown: Black-crowned night-heron. Photo: morrobay.ws/archives.

by Paul Kashmann

These are very difficult scales to balance. Exactly how many pollutants are acceptable in a park lake and how many does it take to foul the water? How many dead birds are acceptable, and how many constitute a needless tragedy?

by J. Patrick O’Leary

In the face of financial challenges, Denver is doing its darndest to keep compostable garbage, grass clippings and hazardous materials out of its landfill. Rather than throw in the towel, the city is charging fees for some programs and publicizing no- or low-cost practices to conserve natural resources and protect the environment.

CELEBRATE ALL THINGS HOME-GROWN AND DELICIOUS this month: share extras from your garden with neighbors and friends, support our Colorado farmers at local farmers markets, take advantage of Denver’s bounty of art venues, and flat-out enjoy these lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. Above: Heirloom Caprese by Amy Dixon, showing at her gallery, 1084 S. Gaylord St.