Durango prepares to host HOG:
More than 750 rooms have been blocked in preparation for a June 23-26 visit by the Colorado-Utah Harley Owners Group (HOG). This annual touring event will bring in excess of 1,500 visitors to the area. C-HOG is an established statewide organization with high-end demographics. Downtown Durango should see an economic infusion from the visit. Visit www.costatehogrally.com for information or registration. More to come. |
Hear the "State of the City" presentation this Friday:
The City's monthly What's Up Downtown? meeting is this Friday, Feb. 12, at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall. Ron LeBlanc, City manager will present. |
Perform at a higher level:
Business owners must rely heavily on their employees to protect their investment and make the business successful. Customers deserve no less than the best trained employees who can be put on the floor. Tom Shay (profitplus.org), "By far, my best employees are those I have continually taught how to sell, how I want various tasks performed, and how to understand all the products and services that the business sells." Great customer service can be the most effective competitive advantage for small business...but it has to be more than a line in the mission statement. It must be something repeatedly demonstrated to staff and customers. |
Durango in 2007...now Fort Collins takes the spotlight:
In 2007, Durango was named by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations. For 2010, Fort Collins and 11 additional US cities have been selected to join this elite group. Congratulations Fort Collins!
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Snowdown lowdown:
All things considered, the Snowdown parade is receiving high marks. Of special note, the City Transit Division provided outlying parade parking at the Fairgrounds and nearly 1,200 people took advantage of the free shuttle service into Downtown. Good job all. |
Events to enjoy
Feb. 13-15, Presidents' weekend, (expect more visitors in Downtown)
Feb. 13, "Rave On! The Buddy Holly Story," www.durangoconcerts.com
Feb. 14, Winter Photographer's Special Train, www.durangotrain.com
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Newspaper Headline Bloopers
"Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers" |
