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Drug Affordability Board Makes First Ruling

With statewide and national attention focused on it, Colorado’s Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board declined its first opportunity to move toward capping prices on a medication, declaring that a “miraculous” cystic fibrosis drug is not unaffordable. The unanimous vote, which came after significant outcry from cystic fibrosis patients and pharmaceutical manufacturers that the board even considered regulating the prescription’s cost as part of its oversight duties, brought with it relief from the Colorado Bioscience Association. Patient-advocacy groups like the Colorado Consumer Health Initiative, meanwhile, said that while they supported the decision, the process showed both why the work of the controversial PDAB is necessary and how more transparency continues to be needed from drug makers. Legislators created the PDAB in 2021 and strengthened its powers earlier this year, believing the board could be a powerful tool against the escalating prices of prescription drugs. It has the ability to select drugs for affordability review - having picked the first five such medications in August - and then, if it deems them unaffordable, to place an upper payment limit on what the drugs can be sold for in Colorado.

Drug Affordability

Appointments Made To New Commission

Colorado legislative and organizational announced their appointments to the newly formed Commission on Property Tax — a group that includes the CEO of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, an official with the Colorado Association of Realtors and more Republican elected officials than elected Democrats.The commission, created through a bill passed in the recently completed legislative special session, will have just three months to study and recommend fixes to one of the most vexing issues in Colorado politics — the state’s property-tax system. With an initial report from the panel due to the General Assembly and Gov. Jared Polis by March 15, legislators then will have less than two months to consider potential major policy overhauls before the 2024 regular session ends, which will happen no later than May 8. The effort comes after homeowners across Colorado got notices this year that valuations of their properties and the associated property-tax bills for their houses are rising by an average of more than 40% next year, adding to the state’s existing affordable-housing crisis. Commercial property owners in most parts of the state are seeing similar hikes, which affect both the owners of such properties and the tenants who are paying higher rents because of the spikes.

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Health Benefit 'Most Important'

Employer-based health coverage is the backbone of the American health care system, and employees report health-related benefits are yet again the most important benefit employers have to offer, according to a recent survey by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The survey found that 88% of employers ranked health-related benefits as “very important” or “extremely important,” prioritizing it above retirement savings, leave, family care, education, and transportation benefits. Employers and their workforce alike continue to place a high value on employer-sponsored coverage and are favoring recently increased telehealth and mental health benefit offerings. The pandemic has reshaped specific employer benefit offerings with SHRM reporting that 93% of surveyed organizations now offer telemedicine or telehealth services as part of their healthcare coverage – an increase of 20 percentage points as compared to 2019. Similarly, 91% of employers now offer mental health coverage, a new record from years prior. The findings underscore how the employer system continues to innovate to meet the needs of workers and their families. 

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State Of American Business 2024

It’s almost time for State of American Business, our biggest annual event that draws a virtual audience of more than 10,000 people from around the world – from small business owners to Fortune 500 CEOs, community leaders, policymakers and journalists, as well as state and local chamber executives and American Chamber of Commerce leaders. Our President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark will celebrate the power of American businesses. State of American Business 2024 will promote the innovation and impact of America’s free enterprise system that enables businesses to serve customers, solve problems, and strengthen society. Registered guests can stream the virtual event on our website on Jan. 11 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. EST. 

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Curlee Heating and Air Conditioning

Dale's Jewelry 

Lauer, Szabo and Associates

Reck Agri

Sterling Monument

Family Resource Center

Peetz COOP

Sterling Creatives

River Station

Old Library Mercantile

American Family Insurance

Precision Homes

Faith United Methodist Church

Scooters Coffee

Gordon Insurance 

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...Best Retail Shopping ..Season In A Generation

Despite economic uncertainty and inflation concerns, the 2023 holiday shopping season is shaping up to be a big one for retailers. As a veteran retail expert, I predict this will likely be the best retail holiday in a generation. Shoppers are still spending at high levels, continuing the momentum we’ve seen over the past year. While some categories have cooled a bit, retail is holding up very well overall. Consumers still have money left in their wallets to spend, even factoring in elevated inflation. This is backed up by foot traffic data showing visits to malls and retail centers exceeding pre-pandemic levels for the first time.“Comparing Black Friday visits to the daily average visits for all days prior showed a massive jump for Indoor Malls, Open-Air Shopping Centers, and Outlet Malls. Yet, beyond the obvious values of these visit surges, the relative increases were higher in 2023 than in the prior year. Some data points include a near-300% increase in visits to indoor malls on Black Friday compared to the daily average for the rest of 2023, and visit increases of 333.8% at department stores, 200.1% at apparel retailers, 322.9% at recreational and sporting goods stores, and 375% at beauty and self-care stores.

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Calling all Colorado Tourism Stakeholders! 

We need your input for the future of our state! 

Join us by taking the Colorado Destination Stewardship Strategic Planning survey. Share your insights to help tourism find a balance between quality of life for residents and a strong visitor economy, while protecting Colorado’s cultural and natural resources! Let your voice be heard! Together, let's create a thriving Colorado that cherishes its beauty, supports local economies, and provides enriching experiences for all visitors and residents

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Christmas At The Museum ………………… December Newsletter

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Winter Ensemble

Gingerbread Workshop

Set For Dec. 16

It's time for the annual Gingerbread House Workshop at the Sterling Public Library! On Sat., Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. kids in grades K-5th can come to the library to decorate their own gingerbread houses. Registration is required and is open until Dec. 13. Please call the library at 970-522-2023 with any questions or to register your kids.

Gingerbread House Workshop

Northeastern Dance Academy

Calling All Bakers To

'Taste of Christmas'

The annual "Taste of Christmas" is Mon., Dec. 18 during the Christmas on the Prairie Open House at the Overland Trail Museum. Guests will love tasting your special Christmas treats as they stroll the decorated buildings and grounds. Call the museum at 970-522-3895 for details and to sign up!

Christmas Baking Contest

Come help us kick off The Lounge at McCauley's grand opening by attending our 1920s Murder Mystery & Dinner! Our venue is a hidden gem in Northeast Colorado, hosting special events and performances where we embrace and take pride in our "Great Gatsby" and art deco decor!Prohibition is in full swing, and Don and MeMe Wannabe are hosting the grand opening celebration for their new Speakeasy, the Four Deuces, and you are invited to attend. The Four Deuces is a swanky juice joint serving booze and music in the front. You can try your hand at a game of chance in the back, and upstairs is a very high-class and exclusive brothel. The cream, and not-so-cream of society, will be here. With gangsters, politicians, dolls, molls, and many other interesting guests in attendance, this event is sure to be the bee's knees. Dinner and dessert catered by Nuovi Initzi and

1 complimentary beverage is included with all tickets

New Year's Eve

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Did you know joining a chamber of commerce can help your com-pany gain access to valuable resources and exposure in the community? A business's visibility and trustworthiness in the community can improve greatly by joining the chamber of commerce. The mission of the Logan County Chamber of Commerce is to strengthen business ties and foster economic development in the county.

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