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Governor Polis Announces New OEDIT Executive Director
DENVER - Governor Polis today announced Pat Meyers as the new Chief Economic Recovery Officer and Executive Director at the Office of Economic Development and International Trade. “As Colorado continues driving towards a bold and revitalized economy in the aftermath of this pandemic, Pat’s wealth of expertise and dedication to our state will be invaluable,” said Governor Jared Polis. “Early on in the pandemic, when we faced a lack of critical supplies and an absence of federal leadership, Pat played
Colorado extends vaccine availability to everyone age 16 and above
The state is now in Phase 2 of the vaccine distribution plan, which allows vaccination for everyone in the general public age 16 and over. Everyone in the previous phases remain eligible, and vaccine providers may prioritize by age, depending on their supply. The state has launched six community vaccination sites across the state to help with vaccine administration and access. Find a vaccine provider near you. The best next step is to sign up on a waitlist at a vaccine clinic or provider near you. You can
Governor Polis to extend statewide mask order for 30 days
Governor Jared Polis extended the statewide mask order with modifications that account for where Colorado is in the pandemic, including rates of vaccination. Right now, 1 in 207 Coloradans are currently contagious with COVID-19, and only an estimated 27% of residents across the state are already immune from vaccination or because they had COVID-19. Because of this continued risk, the updated Executive Order will continue to require mask-wearing in all counties in schools (including extracurricular
Under the Dome, Week 8, 2021
Highlights of the Week The legislature took Good Friday off this week. Next week, the Public Option bill will be heard in its first committee and the Long Bill will be introduced and move through the Senate. The Senate Democrat and Republican caucuses will hold meetings to review the Long Bill and amendments proposed by members. One day the budget will go through Second Reading and the next day it will receive a final vote in the Senate before heading to the House. In a letter this week, Governor Polis
Governor Polis to Extend Statewide Mask Order for 30 Days, Adds Transition Plan for Low-Incidence Counties
DENVER - Governor Jared Polis announced that he will be extending the statewide mask order tomorrow with modifications that account for where Colorado is in the pandemic. “Here in Colorado we are making incredible progress with getting vaccines into arms and protecting our most vulnerable, but until everyone can get the vaccine and our COVID cases are reduced, taking precautions to prevent a surge in cases and further spread of the disease is the smart thing to do and the right thing to do and helps
We’re Moving Forward at Miller’s Landing
Be In The Know | Be Informed | Share Your Thoughts | Happenings We’re Moving Forward at Miller’s Landing Spring is a time of rejuvenation and growth. We’re certainly optimistic about growth here at Miller’s Landing. As we mentioned last month, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners has approved the County’s participation in the Colorado C-PACE program, a move we welcome and applaud. It’s a win-win-win situation for Miller’s Landing, local businesses and residents. C-PACE provides important
Construction Begins on Building 1 of Peak Technology Campus at the Entrance to the Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO (Mar. 18, 2021) — Flywheel Capital, LLC (Flywheel), Alcorn Construction, Newmark, and Colarelli Construction announce the groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, March 18th at 10:30 am for Building 1 of the new Peak Technology Campus. The project is in Peak Innovation Park, the 900-acre master planned business park at the entrance to the Colorado Springs Airport. The groundbreaking ceremony will feature remarks from Mayor John Suthers, City of Colorado Springs. The new
Under the Dome, Week 6, 2021
Highlights of the Week This week, the Joint Budget Committee worked through delayed action items, a committee reviewing a proposal to create a drug affordability board met until 2:30am, and state economists (LCS and OSPB) released the latest revenue projections. Next week, the Joint Budget Committee is expected to finalize the Long Bill. On Monday the Colorado Supreme Court affirmed that speed reading bills with computers violates the state Constitution. In 2019 Democrats used sets of computers to speed
March 2021 Revenue Forecast
Today the Legislative Council Staff and Office of State Planning and Budgeting presented the latest revenue forecast, economic outlook, and the JBC received a briefing on federal funds that will be available from the most recent federal stimulus package to the State of Colorado. The Joint Budget Committee will chose one of these forecasts to finalize the budget for the upcoming fiscal year FY2021-22. LCS March Revenue ForecastLCS Forecast PresentationOSPB March Revenue ForecastOSPB Forecast
Colorado Posts Back-to-Back Months of Job Growth
After a dismal Q4 2020, the Colorado economy is off to a strong start in 2021 with consecutive months of job growth. In addition, Colorado’s real GDP for 2020 was stronger than expected. It changed by -1.5% compared to -3.5% for the U.S. The data shows that good things are happening in Colorado, but there is better news in many other states. For more details, check out the cber.co March 2021 Colorado Economic Review. For information about the cber.co forecast go to cber.co 2021 forecast. For additional
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Under the Dome, Week 7 2021
Under the Dome, Week 7 Highlights of the Week This week the Joint Budget Committee wrapped up their work setting the state budget, referred to as “the Long Bill.” Looking ahead to next week, the Legislature tentatively is planning on taking Good Friday off, as is tradition, but first has a full four days of committee hearings scheduled. The Public Option bill originally scheduled for this week will be heard in its first committee on Wednesday. The first hearing for SB21-176, Workplace Harassment is
Colorado revises the COVID-19 Dial to version 3.0
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has released the latest update to Colorado’s COVID-19 dial framework: Dial 3.0. The updated dial public health order went into effect yesterday, March 24. The dial framework is based on the level of disease transmission; the level of local testing; and hospitalizations. Dial 3.0 makes it easier for counties to move into Level Green: Protect Our Neighbors, the least restrictive level on the dial, and several restrictions in Level Blue have
Douglas County added to iconic BOLDERBoulder Memorial Weekend 10K
2021 BOLDERBoulder will bring the race to a runner’s choice of six locations throughout the Front Range. Published on March 26, 2021 in 2021, Breaking News, Health and Human Services & Historic and Natural Resources Today, the BOLDERBoulder and Douglas County officially announced the Douglas County Greenland Open Space Trail as the sixth, in-person location for this Memorial Day weekend 10K event, previously run entirely in Boulder, Colorado. Last week, organizers of the BOLDERBoulder announced that
State health department proposes updates to Colorado's COVID-19 dial
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is proposing a revised "Dial 3.0" to better reflect the increasing number of Coloradans who have received a COVID-19 vaccine, and to make it easier for counties to move into “Level Green: Protect Our Neighbors." Current county levels are shown on the map above. Restrictions for bars, retail establishments, offices and non-critical manufacturing facilities would also be relaxed under the proposed “Level Blue: Caution.” The changes would also
Congratulations to Union, latest 5-star certified business
Congratulations Union American Bistroon your recent 5-Star Certification!Our members go above and beyond to protect our community! Thank you for your commitment to excellence! Your business truly represents the best of the best in our community!Together we are Stronger, Shop & Dine Local First!#CRCStrong#WeLoveCastleRock#CRLocalLove#CRCommUNITY Are you a 5-Star Certified Business? Contact David to schedule your photo opt! Known as the 5 Star State Certification Program or the 5 Star Variance
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
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
2021 Sponsorship Opportunities
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