ASSOCIATION OF COLORADO CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE RELEASES FIRST ISSUE OF BUSINESS IN COLORADO MAGAZINE
ASSOCIATION OF COLORADO CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE RELEASES FIRST ISSUE OF BUSINESS IN COLORADO MAGAZINE DENVER (January 15, 2021) – The Association of Colorado Chambers of Commerce (ACCC) launched the premiere issue of its Business in Colorado Magazine, a business-to-business publication highlighting Colorado businesses, timely local issues and initiatives implemented by chambers of commerce throughout the state. The 2021 issue includes topics such as building business
Governor Polis remains hopeful that the quantity of vaccines in the state will allow for expansion of the age criteria within a few weeks.
Governor Polis Statement on CDC’s Recommendation to Expand COVID-19 Vaccine to Include 65-Years-Old or Older Governor Jared Polis today reiterated Colorado’s commitment to vaccinating 70% of the state’s residents who are 70 and older by February 28th, 2021 along with completing the vaccination of our healthcare workers and first responders. The state is reviewing the announcement from the Trump administration of their updated guidance as well as actively engaging the incoming Biden
County launches COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant program
County allocation of Colorado Small Business Relief Funds now available to eligible applicants. Published on January 8, 2021 in 2021, Breaking News & Economic Foundations Businesses with physical locations in Douglas County and headquarters in Colorado may be eligible for COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grants through the County’s allocation of Colorado Senate Bill 20B-001 funding. Restaurants, bars and other drinking establishments, caterers, movie theatres, and gyms and recreation centers with annual
5 key issues (other than tax incentives) for business in the 2021 legislative session
The Colorado Capitol in December 2020. The 2021 legislative session begins on Jan. 13. KATHLEEN LAVINE,DENVER BUSINESS JOURNAL By Ed Sealover – Senior Reporter, Denver Business Journal 3 hours ago While Colorado business leaders are preparing to have their most in-depth debate about tax credits and exemptions in the past decade during the 2021 legislative session, that is far from the only issue that will be on their minds this year. Advocates continue to push for a long-term
From the Governor's Office: Update on COVID-19
Community Leaders, Kara here with the Governor’s Community Engagement team! In an effort to continue to provide you with an official update from the Governor’s office, below are some updates and information that the Governor provided. We appreciate your support in helping to share these updates with your network. With the rise of COVID-19 in Colorado, it is critical that Coloradans stay safer at home whenever possible, and limit any socializing to your household. Quick Links to Stay Up to
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Popular Business Support webinar extended through January, with places of worship and restaurant webinars
Business owners and staff: Join our policy manager every Friday in January at 10 a.m. to get the latest updates about the state’s dial framework and what it means for your business. Spanish translation is available. Register today at http://bit.ly/BizCOVID-19Support We are also offering a places of worship webinar bi-weekly and a restaurant webinar bi-weekly. All Businesses/Industries every Friday 10:00-11:00 a.m. Register for this webinar.All Businesses/Industries in Spanish with Las Chingonas group every
COLORADO’S “SMALL AIRPORT” HONORED BY AIRPORTS COUNCIL INTERNATIONAL FOR ITS BRAND
Colorado Springs, CO – The Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) has announced its 2020 Excellence in Airport Marketing, Communications and Customer Experience Awards, crowning the Colorado’s Springs Airport (COS) with the Brand Identity award. “It’s great to receive national recognition like this for our airport,” said Greg Phillips, Director of Aviation, “especially because our new brand is a true expression of what makes flying in and out of Colorado Spring Airport so special.
COVID-19 Live Town Hall - Thurs. Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
COVID-19 and Vaccination Updates You are invited to a Live Town Hall on Thursday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m. presented by the Arapahoe and Douglas County Commissioners. Join this community conversation where representatives from the Tri-County Health Department will provide an update on COVID-19, vaccinations and answer your questions. Some residents will receive a call just before the event begins from 720-759-2333 with a caller ID displaying “DOUGLAS COUNTY.” If you miss that call, just dial 855-436-3656 to
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COVID Pandemic Relief Program Provides Assistance For Small Businesses
DENVER - The passage of the bipartisan SB20B-001 allocated $35.15M to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) for grants to certain small businesses across Colorado, struggling from the COVID-19 pandemic. SB20B-001 was sponsored by Sens. Faith Winter and Kevin Priola, and Reps. Leslie Herod and Shane Sandridge. Businesses will obtain funding through their local governments from the DOLA Division of Local Government (DLG) Small Business Relief program (SBR), managed in collaboration with the
Guide to Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Loans
As part of an end-of-year pandemic relief package, Congress has passed several changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and created a “Second Draw” PPP for small businesses who have exhausted their initial loan. Other changes impact eligibility for initial PPP loans, the loan forgiveness process, and the tax treatment of PPP loans. Congress has also made changes to other programs – including Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL Program), the Employee Retention Tax Credit, a Venue Grant program,
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Douglas County is first in Metro Denver approved for State’s 5 Star Program
Christmas arrived early for Douglas County and its businesses with word from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) on Wed., Dec., 23, stating “Douglas County meets 10 days of stable and declining hospitalizations and may now authorize certified businesses to open.” With this news 33 Certified COVID Best Practice Businesses – 18 restaurants, 14 gyms/fitness centers, and one (1) indoor event venue – may have indoor patrons up to 25% of their capacity effective immediately. More
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Congress passes $900 billion 'historic bipartisan rescue package' that now heads to Trump for approval
Congress passes $900 billion 'historic bipartisan rescue package' that now heads to Trump for approval View entire article at USA Today article at:https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2020/12/21/stimulus-checks-covid-relief-bill-ppp-loan/3990756001/
Colorado Recovery Stalls
Colorado lost more than 330,000 jobs in March and April. During the next six months, the state had strong job growth. In November the job growth stalled. It was like running a marathon and hitting the wall at mile 21. Colorado lost 6,900 jobs in November. Additional losses will occur into Q1. At that point, the combination of the C-19 vaccine, the downturn in the number of C-19 cases, and the recently approved stimulus package will help the state reverse the ship in the second half of the year. For
Vaccines and COVID Relief
FYI….. update on the package. Also attached a COVID Relief Package Topline Summary Vaccines CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices met over the weekend to consider the next phases for vaccine priority. The group voted 13-1 to prioritize essential workers, older Americans, those at higher risk, and the remainder of the essential workers into Phases 1b and 1c. Individuals in Phase 1b covers frontline essential workers including first responders, teachers, those who work in food and
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Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment releases 5 Star variance program requirements
Yesterday, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) released the final requirements for the long awaited “5 star” certified business variance program. CDPHE will start taking applications from counties for the program on Friday December 18, 2020. The program will require businesses to meet safety measures beyond what is already required by the current Public Health Orders, which will allow them to increase their capacity limits. The 5 Star Program is for business owners who are
CDPHE finalizes parameters for 5 star variance program
REMOTE, (Dec. 16, 2020): Today, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) released the final parameters for the “5 star” certified business variance program, after receiving over 980 public comments and engaging in numerous stakeholder meetings with local government, local public health, and the business community. CDPHE will begin accepting applications on Friday. The program requires businesses certified through the program to implement safety measures beyond what is already
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Certify My Business - 5 Star State Certification Program or the 5 Star Variance Program by the CDPHE
Certified COVID Best Practices Business ProgramKnown as the 5 Star State Certification Program or the 5 Star Variance Program by the CDPHE, the program in Douglas County will be known as the COVID Best Practices Business Certification Program and those who seek and achieve successful certification will receive designation as a Certified COVID Best Practices Business. The COVID Best Practices Business Certification Program is a voluntary local certification program that enables businesses to operate at a
Castle Rock Chamber's support of restaurants-letter to the Governor
Today, the Castle Rock Chamber & the Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) sent letters to Governor Polis in support of reopening our local restaurants, asking for the Governor to strongly reconsider restrictions. While both the Chamber and DCBA acknowledge the devastating effects of the COVID -19 Pandemic on our state and recognize that difficult public health public restrictions need to be considered and adopted, the Chamber and DCBA feel the current Red Level restrictions are disproportionately
Colorado House Republican Leadership Elections and legislative database for the 2021 session
Yesterday the House Republican caucus held leadership elections. There were many changes to leadership including a new House Minority Leader, Representative Hugh McKean. During the leadership election for assistant minority leader, two of the representatives nominated bowed out of the race, leaving it between Representative Tim Geitner and Representative Mark Baisley. The current House Republican Joint Budget Committee member, Representative Kim Ransom retained her seat on the JBC. House
Congratulations, Douglas County, Colorado – You are second healthiest community in America
Published on September 21, 2020 in 2020, Breaking News, Economic Foundations, Health and Human Services, Historic and Natural Resources, Land Management & Development, Multimodal Transportation & Personal and Public Safety Smile big if you live in Douglas County, Colorado! Your community has been ranked second nationwide as the healthiest community in America, according to the 2020 Healthiest Communities rankings by U.S. News and World Report, released in collaboration with the Aetna Foundation. Los
Chamber members and community supporters lend a helping hand
Castle Rock Chamber rallies members and community supporters to stand up and show up for struggling businesses in our community. Our purpose at the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce is to create economic prosperity by facilitating community leadership. In order to be successful in our mission, we need our members and our community supporters who share our same altruistic spirit and desire to support, advocate, and lead. Together we can help many, will you make the pledge to stand with us to support
Douglas County CARES: Your Small Business Grant Program
County launches $2.5 million Small Business Grant Program to ease COVID-19 Impacts Small businesses countywide with physical locations and 100 or fewer employees may be eligible for COVID-19 impacts reimbursement grants of up to $10,000, funded through the County’s share of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, distributed through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA). The aim of this program is to reimburse local small businesses a portion of the expenses
Final Citizen Led Initiative Qualifies: 3 legislative referred measures, 1 referendum petition, and 7 citizen led initiatives on the November 2020 ballot
Recently the Secretary of State verified signatures submitted for Initiative #257 Local Voter Approval of Gaming Limits in Black Hawk, Cripple Creek, and Central City. The initiative proposes to remove the single bet limits and allow the voters in towns where gaming is allowed to establish gaming limits and the games allowed in casinos. Initiative #257 will be the final measure to be placed on the November ballot. Next week the Legislative Council will review the draft blue book language for this
Are you prepared for a community disaster?
Are you prepared for a community disaster? Nationwide poll reveals 41% of Americans are not. Published on September 1, 2020 in 2020, Breaking News & Personal and Public Safety A 2018 nationwide poll by YouGov Omnibus, revealed that while three-quarters of Americans say they are worried about natural disasters or serious incidents affecting their communities, forty-one percent also say they are not prepared. National Preparedness Month, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) annual disaster
Castle Rock Chamber announces annual award winners, successful business couple among the honorees
The Chamber's role to be the catalyst, convener and champion for the business community was evident at this year's annual banquet where award nominees, community leaders and members reflected on the Chamber’s sixty-five years of commitment to our business community. The annual event, a time-honored tradition, provides the opportunity to announce new leadership, recognize Chamber's successes, and to celebrate the outstanding business leaders in our community. Castle Rock Chamber Chairman, Mike McNairy,
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The 2020 issue of Livability Castle Rock, CO is out and now available online!
Livability Castle Rock, Colorado, an annual print magazine and digital content marketing program, encourages business investment, talent recruitment and relocation by reaching entrepreneurs, site selectors, corporate executives and other talented individuals and families attracted to our quality of life. This is the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce’s primary quality-of-life marketing program for talent attraction. We hope you’ll join us in spreading the word about what a great place this is to live and do
Douglas County Human Services Department recognized with Distinguished Performance Award
For the fourth time, Douglas County’s Human Services Department stands out as exemplary among its peers statewide. Published on August 7, 2020 in 2020, Breaking News & Health and Human Services How did Douglas County communities benefit from their Human Services Department’s recent recognition as having one of the highest performing teams in the state during the 2019 calendar year? “Your remarkable performance over this last year helped ensure that Douglas County families in need didn’t go hungry, were
Governor Polis Final Action on Bills from the 2020 Session and New Mask Order
COVID-19 Questions & answers about the statewide mandatory mask order flyer STATEWIDE MASK ORDER one pagerDemocrat/Republican split in House of Representatives: 41/24Democrat/Republican split in the Senate: 19/16Number of days met: 84Number of days left under 120 limit: 36Number of days in recess: 72 daysNumber of bills, resolutions, and memorials introduced during the 2020 Legislative Session: 710Number of bills signed by the Governor: 326Number of bills vetoed as of June 16, 2020: 3Last day for the
MILLER’S LANDING UNVEILS PLANS FOR INNOVATIVE NEW OFFICE BUILDING
Miller’s Landing has unveiled plans for a new 150,000 square-foot multi-tenant office building that will offer healthy, safe and smart offices that meet the higher standards of today’s new normal working environments. It will provide office users with versatile office space that meets modern health and safety demands in the era of COVID-19. Miller’s Landing in Castle Rock, CO, is one of Southeast Denver’s newest and most innovative mixed-use commercial developments. It will feature a dynamic town center
Celebrating the top large health system in the country!
HCA Healthcare's Continental Division and HealthONE is excited to announce our recognition by IBM Watson Health as the top Large Health System in the country. Please help us spread the word to your constituents, and thank you from all our 11,000 HealthONE colleagues for all you do to keep our communities healthy and vibrant! Attached and below is additional information. As compared to their peer health systems, the hospitals included on the IBM Watson Health 15 Top Health Systems list had better results
Castle Rock Named the Best Up-and-Coming Small City Near a Major Metro
Don't Want to Give Up Big-City Life? Check Out These 8 Up-and-Coming Small Cities Close to Major MetrosReady for a slower pace and more space but still want to enjoy the perks of a big city? These small cities offer the best of both worlds.By: Brittany Anas, On Tuesday, June 16, 2020 - 11:15 Over the past few months, the coronavirus pandemic has prompted many people to re-examine their living situations. Amid shutdowns, for instance, having easy access to open space — or a backyard at the very
General Assembly Resumes the 2020 Legislative Session
Today the General Assembly reconvened to finish up the 2020 legislative session. Legislators returned to a different atmosphere with many new safety protocols in place, fewer lobbyists and members of the public in the building and temperature checks at the entrances. During the morning floor work in the House of Representatives, some legislators sat in the gallery above the chamber in order to allow legislators on the floor to sit socially distanced from one another. Some legislators chose not to wear
DCBA, Day 62 of the Legislative Recess
In a piece of good news, it was announced on Friday that the Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs would be the home to US Space Command for at least the next 6 years. Governor Polis welcomed this news, saying that the state is a natural fit for US Space Command with a strong military community and aerospace community. This week Joint Budget Committee members continued to wrestle with setting the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. On Tuesday, economists from Legislative Council Staff (LCS)
Playbook for reopening
Dear Business Leaders, These unprecedented times have been challenging, to say the least. However, we’re proud of you for helping our community succeed, from donating meals to essential employees, to sewing masks, to simply sharing resources on social media. We are truly #CRCStrong. As we move forward, we know you are anxious to reopen your doors. To ensure the safety of our community and to help you navigate the new normal, we have created the Work Hard. Work
Colorado & Nevada Join California, Oregon & Washington in Western States Pact
Western States Governors: Health outcomes and science – not politics – will guide decisions to modify stay at home orders DENVER – Colorado Governor Jared Polis and Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak today announced their respective states are joining California, Oregon and Washington in the Western States Pact -- a working group of Western state governors with a shared vision for modifying stay at home and fighting COVID-19.“Coloradans are working together to slow the spread of COVID-19 and have important
Support Local Businesses, PLAY BINGO
The Castle Rock Chamber has partnered with Radix Advisors in promoting a local business bingo activity.Shop at businesses that are open during the CoronaVirus shut down and you will be entered into a drawing for prizes including travel coffee mugs and gift cards to local businesses courtesy of Radix Advisors.Follow the instructions on the bingo form to learn how to submit your bingo completion and claim your prizes.
Schomp Automotive Group provides $250K gift and sponsorship to ACC's Sturm Collaboration Campus
CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (Feb. 20, 2020) – Schomp Automotive Group is providing a $250,000 gift and sponsorship to Arapahoe Community College’s (ACC) Sturm Collaboration Campus in Castle Rock. This gift will be matched dollar for dollar by the Sturm Family Foundation, which will provide $500,000 for future program innovation initiatives at the campus and student scholarships. The state of the art boardroom at the campus will be named the ‘Schomp Automotive Innovation Center’. This investment supports the ACC
MONEY magazine ranks Castle Rock 40th Best Places to Live
The Best Places to Live in America, Castle Rock's #40From cities to towns to neighborhoods, here's where you should — and can afford to — settle down. See all 100. by Shaina Mishkin, Prachi Bhardwaj, Olivia Raimonde, and Chloe Wilt Photo Credit: NickLucey.com View the entire list at: http://money.com/money/collection/best-places-to-live-2019/How MONEY Chose the Best Places to Live 2019 To create MONEY’s Best Places to Live ranking, we looked only at places with populations of 50,000 or greater.
Mixing Old With New in Historic Downtown Castle Rock
Rapid growth in suburban community has not affected its identityBY KEVIN TILSON Published: 2019.01.24 03:00 PM A Castle Rock building that dates back to 1918, the B&B Café, was once the site of an infamous gunfight where a fugitive shot and killed the Town Marshall. A bullet hole from the gunfight can still be seen in the café’s tin ceiling, reminiscent of Castle Rock’s rich western history. The streets of Castle Rock are lined with historic structures with stories of their own about
6 Popular Misconceptions About the Chamber That Could Be Limiting Your Business
Chamber membership is good for business because it influences the community's perception of you. However, many business owners don't know exactly what the chamber does and so they don't take advantage of the help and resources it offers. For a minimum investment, the chamber can help your business grow in ways that may be difficult for you to do on your own. But if you believe these popular chamber misconceptions, you've likely put off joining and that could hurt your business. 1.Membership Costs a Lot
U.S. Chamber Awards Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce with 4-Star Accreditation
U.S. Chamber Awards Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce with 4-Star Accreditation The United States Chamber of Commerce today awarded the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce with 4-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. “Business leaders are a critical voice in conversations about promoting economic growth and job creation in their communities.” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, U.S. Chamber vice president of Federation Relations and
