DENVER-The boom and bust metropolis, says Denver Mayor Wellington Webb, is now a city of the future. For the sixth consecutive year, Denver makes the Top 10 ranking as a business leader.

DENVER-Two California investors have accomplished their goal: buy a building with a long-term tenant in the Denver market. Jeppesen-Sanderson's 10-year lease is the bait for a $7.3-million buy of a 107,760-sf structure.

BOULDER-The owners of 195 acres are willing to sell, but there's just one stipulation: the bulk of the acreage must be preserved. Boulder County sees no problem, eyeing a $390,000 expenditure to gain control of the property.

DENVER-Equity Residential strengthens its foothold in the Cherry Creek area, buying its second multifamily complex in three years. The purchase price sets a per sf record, $140.07, for a low-rise complex.

DENVER-Westin lands a sweetheart deal with city council, which is bypassing the usual bid process for the hotelier to advance its airport project. Westin get $1.1 million to manage the property that will be city-owned in 15 years.

DENVER-There is no cause for alarm that the $115-million Westin will drain occupancies at Stapleton hotels, say the experts. The operations cater to different crowds with different ideas about spending money.

DENVER-SafeRent has sealed a prime deal for on-line applicant screening for the Simpson Property Group. The firm's portfolio consists of 115 multifamily communities totaling more than 30,000 units.

DENVER-Developer Ray Suppa has turned to the region's rich Native American history to launch his latest endeavor, the $65-million Waterside Lofts. A ceremonial ground blessing signals the construction's start.