Joshua Catron has two problems. The first is that he lost his years-long contract to rent boats and bikes to visitors at Denver parks.
The second is that he needs a new home for his fleet, including 42 swan boats and dozens of bicycles. Catron owns the local franchise of Wheel Fun Rentals, which has been doing business in Washington Park and City Park for more than 20 years.
Starting this spring, the city government will take over the rental operations. Catron said the city’s decision not to renew its contract came out of nowhere…