Economic Development

Economic Development Part 1 - Opportunity Assessment - Spring 2024 The Colorado State University Business School, in partnership with Park County Extension, conducted a comprehensive, county-wide Opportunity Assessment for Park County this spring. In March, the team met with residents, business leaders, community organizations and others in Bailey, Fairplay/Alma, Lake George and Guffey. In April, the team returned to Park County to host roundtables in Fairplay and Lake George. Finally, the team presented the results to the Board of County Commissioners and general public on May 7, 2024. Part 2 - Fall 2024 Building on the Spring student efforts, the fall semester student cohort focused on four key areas of economic development opportunities in Park County, including: Tourism, Land Use Code, Signage, and Mentoring Opportunities for Park County. Thanks to all their efforts! If you have questions about this work, please reach out to Barbie Garnett, CSU Extension Director, at 719-836-4152. Starting a Business? Click here to review some important FAQs Workforce Development The Colorado Small Business Development Center Network (CSBDC) is dedicated to helping existing and new businesses grow and prosper in Colorado by providing free and confidential consulting and no- or low-cost training programs. The CSBDC has locations around the state with a team of business experts ready to help you create and retain jobs, secure loans, increase sales, win government contracts, obtain certifications and more. Park County is part of the Central Mountain SBDC (Salida), located at: 123 G St Suite 29, Salida, CO 81201 call: 719-221-0374 or visit https://centralsbdc.org/