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Greetings LLCEDC Members & Community Leaders,
Community Resiliency Project: Update
We are excited to announce that we have been selected to participate in a pilot project with our partners at Climax with the help of Better City, with the purpose of anticipating and preparing for potential threats in our community. Through scenario planning, our goal is to develop a list of actions and projects for our purpose. Such threats that will be considered include: storms, drought, civil unrest, and pandemics. On July 15, 2022, the Project's mobilization team met and reviewed the action plan, the finalization of which is set for sometime in August, and gave their feedback. You can review the input given from stakeholders and community leaders by clicking HERE.
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The Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation is the leading catalyst for business success by helping to retain and expand the economic base in Leadville and Lake County.
On behalf of all of us here at the LLCEDC, thank you for your continued support of our organization - and please always reach out if we can help! See important updates below.
LLCEDC Team
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LLCEDC is committed to the development of all of Leadville/Lake County diverse and sustainable economy for all of Lake County. More about us » and Follow us on Facebook »
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BUSINESS RETENTION AND EXPANSION (BR&E) COMMITTEE UPDATE
In the attempts to sustain and develop our local economy, we at the Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation have begun work to launch our Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Committee. This sub Committee will orient themselves around the scope of work needed to better identify the needs and setbacks of businesses in Lake County.
In May of 2022, the LLCEDC hired a contractor to lead the Committee, and since, the BR&E Committee has identified over 500 businesses to visit with the purpose of finding the challenges and struggles they are facing in today's economy. There have been upwards of 40 site visits to Lake County businesses since the Committee's start on June 15, 2022. Common issues that have been stated include long term staffing, inability to keep up with business growth, and lack of recognition/marketing issues.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Committee continues their important work.
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VERO BROADBAND TO BUILD A FIBER NETWORK IN LEADVILLE | |
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"The Leadville Lake County Economic Development Coorporation (LLCEDC) and other organizations are serving as key partners supporting the effort of Vero Broadband to build a broadband fiber network in Leadville."
""Community - wide access to high - speed broadband won't automatically unlock better job opportunities or spur business growth, but better jobs and growing businesses can't happen without an affordable and reliable internet connections" said Jason Hall, LLCEDC board president."
- Herald Democrat, June 23, 2022.
To read the full article, click the link below.
Full article
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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM IN LAKE COUNTY | |
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As Summer rolls in to the high country, so do campers and cars full of adventure seeking travelers who are eager to experience what the outdoors of Lake County has to offer. Unfortunately, year after year, our land is damaged, dirtied, and left worse for wear due to reckless treatment from those that enjoy its beauty. However, much of the wear and tear can be reduced and even avoided completely with proper precaution and the right approach to hiking, camping, and other activities that draw people to our home.
From pet safety to putting out your campfire, this pamphlet from the Leadville Herald Democrat (and partners) covers a wide variety of frequently discussed issues regarding outdoor recreation and the correct methods of approach to solve them.
A big thanks to all of the partners involved in helping put this together!
To view the pamphlet, click HERE
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VISIT LEADVILLE AND TWIN LAKES RECEIVES REIMAGINE DESTINATIONS PROGRAM GRANT | | |
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Reimagine Destinations Program
The Reimagine Destinations Program is part of a series of activities funded by the CARE program as a means to further the progress of projects that fosters the resilience of Colorado's tourism industry.
Our very own Visit Leadville and Twin Lakes has been selected to be a part of the program by the Colorado Tourism Office, with the intent to create an ideal visitor profile that adheres to our local community as well as working to create a "Friends of Leadville and Twin Lakes Ranger District" to work on outdoor recreation management.
We are so thrilled for our Tourism industry to have this opportunity to further advance in their efforts to truly create Leadville and Lake County's spot on the map.
To read more on the Reimagine Destinations Program, click HERE
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LAKE COUNTY'S 1% FOR THE OUTDOORS | |
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New Member Highlight!
Top Out Adventures
As a group of highly trained and qualified individuals, the team at Top Out Adventures is dedicated to making your adventures as fulfilling and safe as possible. With their mission of "safely guiding others to meet their own challenges in the great outdoors", this expert team takes every possible precaution to ensure their clients and crew members safety. From an on site first responder and use of GPS trackers to cleanliness and adapting COVID 19 safety measures, Top Out Adventures takes the steps necessary to mitigate risks and prepare for emergency situations.
Please welcome Top Out Adventures!
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The LLCEDC will be highlighting key partners and members. Sustaining, growing and maintaining the future of Leadville/Lake County takes all of us.
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IMPORTANT LLCEDC MEMBER BENEFIT!
Peak Health Alliance is a member-led, non-profit health insurance purchasing cooperative whose mission is to leverage the purchasing power of an entire community by negotiating on their behalf for more competitive health insurance rates. Peak partners with local providers, hospitals, and carriers in Lake County to offer a full suite of comprehensive and affordable plans in the individual, self-funded, and small group market. Please contact Devin Kepler, Manager of Outreach at Devin@peakhealthalliance.org for more information, or visit our website at peakhealthalliance.org.
For an overview of Peak Health Alliance in Spanish, please click here.
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DREAM BUILDER:
A FREEPORT MCMORAN PROGRAM
Freeport McMoRan Foundation, a natural resource company, has partnered with Thunderbird School of Global Management and Bluedrop Performance Building to create Dream Builder.
As a vision of Freeport McMoRan, Dream Builder centers around the importance of women's full economic participation to create and sustain healthy and strong economies. With a top-notch curriculum and an engaging online program, this training platform provides vital tools and learning opportunities for all women to be entrepreneurs.
To learn more about the program or to enroll, click HERE
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COLORADO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION'S IMPACT SURVEY | |
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A message from the Colorado Restaurant Association:
Dear Colorado Restaurant Community,
We’ve been asked to take a position on proposed ballot initiative 122 by an issues committee campaign that would like the CRA’s support as they present 122 to the public.
For context, 122 would do the following:
- Allow for the delivery of alcohol from an off-premises liquor license through a third-party vendor
- Allow for the delivery of alcohol from an on-premises liquor license through a third-party vendor
- Contains language, that the CRA worked on, holding the retailer not liable for a liquor violation if the retailer did what is required of them but the third-party delivery company gives the alcohol to a minor or someone who is visibly intoxicated
- Permanently extends alcohol for takeout and delivery from an on-premises liquor license
We want to hear from you, restaurants in our community, about how 122 could impact your business. Ballot initiative 121 will also appear on the ballot in November, which would allow grocery stores and convenience stores, currently selling beer, to sell beer and wine starting on March 1, 2023.
Please take a couple of minutes to respond to this three-question survey to let us know your perspective on both ballot initiatives.
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OEDIT RURAL OPPORTUNITY UPDATES | |
OEDIT has plenty of programs and funding opportunities. To see a full list, click the button below. | |
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT UPDATES | |
Lake County Labor Market Key Market Indicators
In the LLCEDC's last Board of Directors Meeting, our partners from the Colorado Workforce Center and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment presented updated statistics of the Lake County Labor Market, including unemployment and total Labor force. To review the presentation, click HERE.
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MESSAGE FROM THE COLORADO WORKFORCE CENTER | |
The Workforce Center provides many no-cost services for businesses as they navigate this challenging hiring market, including posting jobs, labor market information, wage comparison data, employee recruiting and retention strategies and general information about regional employment trends. The Workforce Center also has potential funding available through industry and education training programs, as well as internship and apprenticeship guidance and development. We are a proud community resource and partner and would love to learn more about your business.. To post jobs, visit www.connectingcolorado.com. For more information, please visit nwcoworkforce.cdle.co or contact the Leadville Workforce Center at (719) 486-2428. | |
SBDC'S 2ND ANNUAL OUTDOOR INDUSTRY SUMMIT | |
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EARLY BIRD TICKETS
The Central Mountain Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting their 2nd annual Outdoor Industry Summit at Salida Steam Plant Center on Monday, September 19th. Topics of discussion include Business and Leadership Development & Innovation, Sustainability and Stewardship, and more!
Monday, September 19th,
Salida Steamplant Event Center
220 W. Sackett Ave.
Salida, CO 81201
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Additional Updates & Resources | |
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LEADVILLE BOOM DAYS - NEXT WEEKEND
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 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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SUMMER NIGHTS AT ZAITZ SECOND EVENT: MANABI LATIN BAND | |
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We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with Leadvillain Music to host our Summer music series, Summer Nights At Zaitz! This series will take place the evenings of 7/7/2022, 8/4/2022, and 9/1/2022, with music from local based bands and a beer garden in the park.
Stop by Zaitz park on August 4, 2022 for the second event of this series and jam out to performances of reggation, cumbia salsa, and other musical variety by Manabi Tiny Ensemle. The festivities will be from 4pm to 7:00pm, with dancing, beverages, and games! All are welcome, so bring your friends and family and enjoy an evening of music and entertainment.
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LAKE COUNTY RECEIVES ADDITIONS TO WEBSITE
New pages were recently added to the Lake County website:
These pages are now accessible on the Departments menu.
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WE <3 LAKE COUNTY COMMUNITY DINNER
Saturday, 9/17/2022
3 - 6:30pm
Ice Palace Park
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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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Need a refresher on what the LLCEDC does and the role we play in our community? | | |
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NOT A MEMBER?
Membership benefits are extensive and include…
- Involvement and decision making in the direction, goals, efforts, and accomplishments of the Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation.
- Ability to participate with our healthcare alliance and enterprise zone programs.
- Participation in developing business resources and the small business lending resources to further enhance the benefits of the LLCEDC to local businesses as well as other LLCEDC members. AND MUCH MORE!
To read more about the benefits are of becoming a member, click here. To become an LLCEDC member, fill out the application form here or click the link below.
Check out the 2022 LLCEDC Board of Directors and Meeting Schedule HERE
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Our Mission Statement
The Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation is the leading catalyst for business success by helping to retain and expand the economic base in Leadville and Lake County.
Visit our website:
www.LakeCountyEDC.com
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LEADVILLE LAKE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
400 Harrison Ave, Ste #100, PO Box 1503, Leadville, CO 80461
719-293-2316 • admin@lakecountyedc.com
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