Project Background:
The Town, through the Hometown Revitalization Committee, has been working on downtown revitalization and economic development since 2018. In 2023, the Town adopted and amended the Downtown Revitalization Plan, guiding us toward a pedestrian-friendly downtown attractive to residents and new businesses. With the help of grants from the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Town can start construction this year.
The Downtown Construction Project refers to a building face to building face reimagining of downtown along two blocks of 1st Street, from US-85 to Maple Street.
Project Goals:
- Create a more pedestrian-centric downtown area
- Attract new businesses and residents to expand property and sales tax base
- Encourage private investment in existing downtown buildings
Project Timeline (Key Dates):
Project Bid Published – 6/20/2024
Project Award - 7/18/2024 Board of Trustees Meeting
Construction 8/1/2024 – 12/1/2024
Public Meetings and Events:
- February 26 at 6 p.m. – Community Meeting for business owners to review project scope and timeline and mitigate business disruption.