Denver is facing potential tax hikes with a proposed 0.5% sales tax increase for affordable housing, on top of a pending tax increase for Denver Health. If both pass, Denver's sales tax rate would be the highest in the region. Mayor Johnston's plan aims to raise $100 million for 20,000 affordable housing units, but details are unclear. A recent poll shows concerns over high taxes, with a third of voters feeling taxes are too high. The city's sanctuary status and spending decisions are also causing unease among taxpayers.