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Main Street Approach |
Lake City, Colorado, is a nationally recognized Main Street community and follows a four-point approach to revitalization and historic preservation. Find out more here.
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Regional Economic Development Summit
May 15, 2009
Lake City, Colorado
Fellowship Hall
No cost - lunch provided
Keynote: Jennifer Joyce
True North Programs
Personal Mastery - learning to reveal - and make the most of your unique character and talent. Are the actions you are taking today going to create the results you want tomorrow? True North guides you in gaining clarity on what you want to do, gain expertise on how to do it, and then do it - quicker, better, and easier. Breakout sessions will also be offered on a variety of relevant business topics.
Rhona Keckler will be on hand to discuss business benefits to take advantage of as Hinsdale County is an enhanced rural enterprise zone.
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Join us September 19, 2009, for
good music, good food, and good company in Historic Lake City.
THIS IS THE FINAL CALL FOR BUSINESS SPONSORSHIPS BEFORE MARKETING MATERIALS ARE PRINTED.
The eclectic musical line-up this year features Wisemen & Fools, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore, Kort McCumber Band, Halden Wofford and the Hi-Beams, and Lion Vibes with music provided between acts by Russ Chapman.
For more information, visit
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2009 Commemorative Ornament Features Museum
Pre-order the museum ornament today by visiting our website Museum ornmament is $20.00 plus $3 for shipping & handling.
The set of 3 Commemorative Ornaments features the Bank, Courthouse & Museum sells for $ 55.
Limited quantity.
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Greetings!
Welcome to our monthly newsletter! You'll find information on our revitalization and historic preservation efforts in Lake City, Colorado, as well as the scoop on local businesses and community happenings. Enjoy. |
Third Street Market vendors and gardeners. Sign up now. Contact DIRT for rules & regs.
Lake City Business Owners - take advantage of several programs benefitting local busineses:
- Upcoming Regional Economic Development Summit, Fellowship Hall, May 15th, Keynote: Jennifer Joyce and Personal Mastery program; several breakout sessions with information pertinent to regional businesses. Lunch provided, pre-registration requested, no cost.
- Individual business consultations are available at no cost with the Small Business Development Center. Pre-work available on the DIRT website under Business Services. Schedule your help-session today!
- Take advantage of the Revolving Loan program for business expansions. 2% interest, $5,000 maximum, must be a Lake City business owner. Click here for more info.
- Business Owner Survey now online (www.lakecitydirt.com)
- Become a Festival sponsor
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The English class has been working on resumes to submit to the Youth Corps program and other summer employment opportunities. Stimulus funding provides assistance to business owners who hire youth that qualify for assistance. For more information and the forms to fill out, please contact DIRT.
Lake City DIRT has been identified by the Colorado Economic Development Commission as a Contribution Project. This means a portion of your cash and in-kind donations (25% and 12.5%) can be applied towards Colorado state taxes. This applies to all 2009 donations.
Virtual Volunteer Opportunities available online
August 2009 is Lake City History Month. Stay tuned for a jam-packed calendar of heritage events, sponsored by a variety of community organizations.
Buy Local. Eat Local. Be Local! Go to lakecitydirt.com for a list of everyday items available in Lake City; post the logo in your store; offer local appreciation discounts; or provide feedback to businesses on products you may need.
Telecommuting services including wireless internet and space available for meetings now offered at the DIRT office. To schedule, please call 970-944-DIRT or ed@lakecitydirt.com Calling all Teleworkers - a piece written to attract relocating professionals who work from home is now available on our website. Feel free to forward it on!
Now accepting community projects for the 2009 Youth Corps program. |
Lake City Business News
Save the Date: Arbor Day celebration in Lake City, May 23rd, expanded event - sponsored by the Green Commission. Activities include a presentations by Mayor Iiams, Dave Casey of the Colorado State Forest Service, and Dan Courson of Historic Preservation, appearances by Smokey Bear and Woodsy Owl, a green fair that includes using recycled materials, solar hot water systems, photovoltaic demonstrations, river restoration project and acide drainage tie dye. Participate in the River or Lake Cleanup, plant a tree, recycle metals at the metal drop off, recycle electronics and CFL bulbs and make financial contributions to support continued green & sustainable practices. Where? Town Park, 10 am to 1 pm.
Visitors and tourists - consider staying and participating in great local activities facilitated by Linny Ramundo, at Linny's Stay and Play. Congratulations, Linny. 970-944-2408
Open House - May 22, 5-7 pm
Congratulations to the grand opening of Old Timer's Cafe.
A new business has been formed in Gunnison that will pick up recycleables throughout the region twice a month. Find out more about WeCycle, its affordability and schedule - contact Kathleen at The Pottin Shed.
Save the Date: Rural Philanthrophy Days of the Western Slope, June 17th - 19th, in Crested Butte. Who should attend? Non-profit representatives, community leaders and residents. Sign up to receive updates here
Spring Cleaning? Blue Spruce has what you need - bona mops, swiffer jet refills, laundry detergent. Just add elbow grease. Attention: Green Thumbs. Blue Spruce has what you need - greenhouse, self-watering kit, plant grow light kits and bulbs. Just add seeds, soil, water and luck.
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Welcome back to Lake City, second homeowners. As the weather warms and friends return to town, we are glad to see more happy & friendly faces. Stop by the Visitors Center to find out all the amazing summer plans!
Kristie Borchers
Lake City DIRT
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