Another niche mutual aid idea
I believe most of the restaurants in Denver are having a hard time keeping the doors open not because of low quality or even wages. When it comes down to it it's because landlords are greedy as fuck. If I had my way rent would have some non arbitrary cap - sadly I do not.
Something that seems plausible without having to pass legislation is a charity that can buy a couple buildings fitted for restaurants with money raised through fundraisers.
This charity could then choose a restaurant, charge them for an appropriate amount - non arbitrary. The chosen restaurant could lease for 6 months to a year raise capital and find a more permanent spot.
This is clearly not a full formed thought, I was just thinking about this while walking the dogs. Hopefully it gets sometimes mind ticking if it's a good idea.