Our layoff wave is over,” Denver Mayor Mike Johnston told employees during a meeting Wednesday morning. “That is complete.”

Mayor Mike Johnston said layoffs are needed to help close a $50 million deficit for the rest of this year, as well as a projected $200 million shortfall in 2026. The expected layoffs were announced last month.

More city employees learned they were being laid off on Tuesday, as the City and County of Denver works to address a $200 million budget shortfall.

After weeks of uncertainty, Denver employees are now finding out if they will be laid off. Mayor Mike Johnston's office said impacted employees would be notified Monday and Tuesday.

Newly laid-off city workers must forfeit their right to sue to receive severance pay under Mayor Mike Johnston's administration.

Some Denver elected officials and laid-off staff are accusing Mayor Mike Johnston of weaponizing budget cuts to punish critics of his administration. The big picture: Their reproach reflects growing resentment at City Hall toward Johnston,

Denver city and county employees are anxiously waiting for layoffs, which the mayor's office said are set to take place this week, starting as soon as Monday.

The president of Local Union 158, Mark Wallin, said he has had several sleepless nights as a result of the looming layoffs. The union represents employees of the City and County of Denver. "A great deal of suspense," Wallin said on Sunday evening, explaining how the weekend has been.