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Greetings Main Street Friends!
For Women's History Month, Main Street America has been publishing a weekly blog to spotlight women leaders in local and coordinating Main Street programs under the series name "Community Spotlight: Women Leader series". This last week they have featured Nancy Bailey, our Leadville Main Street Director, as well as 4 other strong women leaders in their March 11th blog post. We are so honored for their recognition, and proud of Ms. Bailey for her achievements and commitment to our program! To read the full article, please click on the link below.
"Women have played a critical role in the Main Street movement from the beginning, and many programs today are led by thoughtful and dedicated women who are making real change in their communities."
-Community Spotlight: Women Leaders Series - Week Two | By: Marta Olmos, Communications Coordinator at Main Street America
Read the article HERE
To continue our Main Street 4-Point Approach review, it is important for all business owners to understand the benefits of having an accredited National and State Main Street Program in our community. Last Week, we covered Organization, this week, we will look at what is meant by Design.
The 4-Point Approach encourages the design of the Main Street area to be inviting and inclusive so that all people feel welcome and are able to enjoy the assets that downtown offers. This is more of a challenge than it seems at first glance; what youth need may be very different from the features and the overall feel that mature residents and visitors may be seeking. Also, in addition to pleasing residents, the needs of visitors must be considered so their experience is positive and memorable. Yes, within reason, downtown must strive to be all things to all people. With some thoughtful study, local conversations, and researching best practices, this can be achieved.
The Main Street program centers around a Transformation Strategy that is developed and embraced to meet a unique need(s) that residents have identified for their community. The Main Street 4-Point Approach recommends implementation of activities organized around Four Points: Economic Vitality, Design, Promotion, and Organization. Newsletters in the coming weeks will look at these points and explore how they relate to Main Street Leadville.
Leadville Main Street Team
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Leadville Main Street Program focuses on the assets, resources, and people of Leadville, preserving key cultural, historic properties; revitalizing commercial buildings; and adding outdoor features to create a sense of energy for Leadville's future! More about us » and Follow us on Facebook » or email us here.
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MAIN STREET AMERICA'S
INCLUSIVE BACKING GRANT OPPORTUNITES
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Main Street America is pleased to announce that applications for the next round of Inclusive Backing small business grants are now open. The Inclusive Backing grant program, in partnership with American Express as part of its Backing Small efforts, supports small businesses in older or historic commercial districts across the country as they plan for long-term success and resilience.
This round of Inclusive Backing will provide grants of $5K each to 60 small businesses owned by women, nonbinary people, and Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Funds can be used towards critical needs such as physical and digital improvements, new equipment, technology, and training to support their financial recovery and growth.
This grant program is the latest effort in American Express and Main Street America’s year-round Inclusive Backing initiative, which provides financial support and educational resources to businesses that have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic, with preference given to businesses owned by underrepresented groups, including People of Color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, veterans, and women.
Deadline for applications is March 24th.
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BOOM DAYS VENDOR INFORMATION
Leadville Boom Days is Back! The historical event that celebrates Leadville's mining industry will take place this year August 5th through the 7th.
For early vending spots, please click on the registration link below. Refer to the vendor map HERE to see the booth locations. Keep in mind that some booths have already been selected. For more information, visit the Leadville Boom Days website HERE. We cannot wait for the festivities, and hope to see you there!
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Parklet & Restroom Project - Update! | |
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Last year, we announced that in 2022, Harrison Avenue will FINALLY get a new public restroom and parklet at the Visitor's Center (adjacent to the parking lot) thanks to our partners at CDOT via the Main Street Revitalization Grant Opportunity #2. We are excited to announce that plans for the restroom and parklet are solidifying! With the oversight and project management of Hope for Homes, We anticipate the parklet opening this summer.
The Leadville Main Street parklet-restroom project will be a great addition to our visitor center in desperate need of better amenities to serve those coming through needing a place to rest, get information, and plan their stay in Leadville. Additionally, this will be another service point for locals and business owners who need reliable bathroom facilities for public use. This project is being implemented in a stakeholder collaboration of the Leadville Main Street Program, Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation, Lake County, City of Leadville, Lake County Tourism Panel, Leadville Lake County Chamber of Commerce, Lake County Civic Center Foundation, Leadville Street Department, Parkville Water, and Leadville volunteers.
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People quitting their jobs at the highest rates on record continues to wreak havoc on U.S. companies. Some surveys have found that nearly half of employees are looking to leave their current jobs, highlighting the labor crisis that many employers are encountering. Some are calling this “The Great Resignation” but maybe it should be called “The Great Meaning of Success Pivot.” OK, I am getting a little ahead of my blog thought points…sorry! Drilling down into the causes for this unprecedented labor shortage in the USA, studies are finding the major cause to be the employee’s fundamental reassessment of work… read full article here
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Welcome to our new series...
Business Thoughts Spotlight
Each week, we will highlight topics around four key business areas:
Planning; Accounting; Marketing/
Sales; and Human Resources
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2022 Leadville HPC Members
Marcia Martinek
Chairperson
Josef Edwards
Commissioner
Stephen Whittington
Commissioner
Scott Spillman
Commissioner
Mick Lindquist
Commissioner
Curt Fladager
Alternate
Nancy Bailey
Alternate
Mayor Greg Labbe
City of Leadville
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Leadville’s Historic
Preservation Commission
We want to welcome two new commissioners to the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC):
Mick Lindquist (Commissioner) and Nancy Bailey (Alternate Commissioner).
Furthermore, the HPC is proud to announce their new Frequently Asked Questions section which can be found on the City of Leadville's website under Historic Preservation Commission. A few questions included in the section are as follows:
-What is the Historic Preservation Commission?
-What is a National Historic District?
-Where can I find a map of Leadville’s historic overlay – and why is it important?
To find out the answers and to view more frequently asked questions, please visit their link below.
To access the FAQ section, please click here.
Leadville's Historic Preservation Commission (the HPC) was created to assist in preserving Leadville's famous past. In addition to reviewing Leadville's ongoing renewal and renovation, we help historic property owners with research, grant and tax credit information and assistance.
The HPC is always seeking community members with an interest in preserving Leadville's past.
If you’re interested in joining us, contact
Lori Tye at adminassistant@leadville-co.gov today.
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CITY UPDATES-REMINDER!
The City and County are continuing to team up to care for our community this winter. The City is purchasing a new industrial snow blower to make snow removal more efficient. There is also a plan to remove snow from all City blocks at least once during the winter season and a plan for slush mitigation later in the season when we experience warmer weather and the freeze/ thaws cycle that make our streets rutted and treacherous. Let's all stay committed to keeping Harrison Avenue safe and beautiful with prompt snow removal. If you need help with snow removal at your business, please reach out to us for recommendations!
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Electric Vehicle Charger is LIVE!
In 2020, the City of Leadville applied for grants from Charge Ahead Colorado for purchase of a Level 3 Fast Charging Station, and to Xcel for the installation of the 3 phase power station to run the station. Last year, we were the recipients of both grants. This year, we are excited to say it went live! The Level 3 Station itself has been placed in the 3rd Street parking lot and is fully functional. This station encourages both locals and visitors in electric vehicles to have the confidence that their journey to Leadville will provide the support they need to comfortably visit and then continue in whichever direction they would like to go.
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Calling All Volunteers!
Leadville Mainstreet is excited to announce our new volunteer opportunities for 2022! Are you interested in helping with beautification projects or hosting events? You would be an excellent fit for our committee! We will be looking for volunteers to help with events such as Leadville in Bloom( our annual auction) and Trick or Treat Street. If you are interested, please email us at mainstreet@lakecountyedc.com or call at 719-293-2316 for further details.
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Still Time to Register!
In this series of online webinars brought to you by the training team at Grow with Google, learn ways to strengthen your online presence, get more customers, and work more efficiently.
Check out the entire series HERE!
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Around Town and Additional Info. | |
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LURA OPEN HOUSE
Leadville Urban Renewal Authority (Lura) is hosting an open house for insight about the Leadville Urban renewal plan and the use of tax increment financing.
Leadville City Hall
800 Harrison Ave.
April 11, 2022
5:00PM
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STATE OF THE COMMUNITY AT FREIGHT
Lake County’s nonprofit organizations and the Lake County Community Fund will update the community will provide insight to community members about past projects, successes, roadblocks, and future plans.
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FREIGHT
320 East 9th Street
Thursday, March 31, 2022
5:00 PM 7:00 PM
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CENTRAL MOUNTAIN SBDC WORKSHOP SERIES | March 3 through May 5 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm - LEADING EDGE™ Strategic Entrepreneurship Series $250.00 Register Here - scholarships available request here. Does your business need focus? The Leading Edge business/strategic planning series is an 10-week hybrid (in-person or online) series that helps move your business to the next level. This intensive training course provides business owners and entrepreneurs expert guidance in the areas of cash flow management, marketing, operations, finance, personnel, legal issues, and more. The series engages a variety of learning modalities, including reading, worksheets, videos, an online platform, and live interaction with presenters. Thursday evenings, Mar 3- May 5, 6- 8 p.m. | | |
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THE SILVER LLAMA IS NOW SERVING DINNER!
Come and grab a bite! The Silver Llama will now be serving dinner every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday night from 4pm to 8pm. Craving Italian? You're in good hands! "Come and get your pasta fix!" Check out Silver Llama's new Italian Dinner Menu; from their Ravioli of the Day to their Chicken Alfredo, you're bound to find something lip-smacking good!
The Silver Llama Market & Eatery
615 Harrison Avenue, Unit B
Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday nights from 4pm-8pm
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Be sure to check out the workshops and sessions offered by our SCORE Partners. | | |
Check out SBDC resources available to support small businesses, non-profits, freelancers, and independent contractors. | | | |
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Our Mission Statement
Strengthening community connection through historic preservation, beautification and the activation of public spaces to support a thriving downtown.
Our Vision Statement
A thriving downtown that is connected with the community and supporting great living at 10,200 feet.
Stay Connected:
Facebook.com/LeadvilleMainStm
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