“The construction is a hot topic of conversation among our members, many of whom are seeing financial impacts and reduced foot traffic to their locations because of the widespread disruption to the downtown corridor,” said Colleen DePasquale, president, Estes Chamber of Commerce.“Local businesses are reporting financial losses attributable, at least in part, to the intensive […]
Sparks flew at the first town board meeting of the newly elected board, with a vote on new board assignments made by Mayor Gary Hall dividing new board members against incumbent board members. The elected and re-elected Trustees were sworn in by Municipal Judge David Thrower, with the board beginning discussion and voting on three […]
After a two-month recess, the Craig Economic Development Advisory Committee reconvened Monday with a focus on gearing up for the second installment of the Craig Business Plan Competition. Among the attendees were special guests such.
It’s a significant shift in strategy and approach to the traditional promotional activities of a destination marketing organization. Why? Tourism has long been the largest economic driver in the Estes Valley. Through tourism, businesses flourish and job availability grows. Tourism significantly contributes to the amenities our community enjoys year-round as well as the public, emergency […]