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Greetings LLCEDC Members & Community Leaders,
LAKE COUNTY'S INDUSTRY WORK BASED LEARNING BOOTCAMP: FUTURE OF WORK EVENT
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Us and our partners at Colorado Mountain College, Colorado Department of Employment, Colorado Workforce Center, Lake County School District, and Central Mountain Small Business Development Center are launching Lake County's first Future of Work Bootcamp!
This one day event offers opportunities to enhance employer readiness for participation in Work Based Learning Practices, which include implementing internships, apprenticeships, and more!
Please join us on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 on the Colorado Mountain College Leadville Campus, from 10am to 5pm, for this amazing opportunity to learn how to better Lake County's workforce and educational system.
To view the full announcement and curriculum, click HERE
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The Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation is the leading catalyst for business success by helping to retain and expand the economic baser in Leadville and Lake County.
On behalf of all of us here at the LLCEDC, thank you for your continued support of our organization - and please always reach out if we can help! See important updates below.
LLCEDC Team
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LLCEDC is committed to the development of all of Leadville/Lake County diverse and sustainable economy for all of Lake County. More about us >> and Follow us on Facebook>>
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LLCEDC BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING TONIGHT!
Please join us for our next LLCEDC Board of Director's meeting on Thursday, October 20, from 5pm to 7pm at the LLCEDC office and Zoom.
This meeting is open to LLCEDC members only
Please RSVP in advance by responding to the previous invite or email us at admin@lakecountyedc.com. Thank you all for supporting the LLCEDC, we look forward to seeing you!
LLCEDC BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S MEETING
(Open to LLCEDC members only)
Thursday, October 20, 2022
5pm to 7pm
LLCEDC office or Zoom
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IMPORTANT UPDATE!
Important message to PHA members:
Bright recently announced they are exiting the Colorado Market (and all other commercial markets across the United States) meaning that Peak Health Alliance won’t have a health insurance plan for 2023. All current Peak-sponsored plans remain fully in effect and Bright HealthCare is responsible for fulfilling its obligations for the remainder of 2022. However, you will need to pick a new plan for 2023 coverage. Open enrollment begins November 1st. To ensure your new coverage begins on the first day of the new year, you must enroll before Dec. 15, 2022.
To learn more about Bright’s surprise decision and Peak Health Alliance plans, read our press release (pdf attached)
For more information you can call Liz Tabraj at Peak Health Alliance 970.455.0381 ext. 104
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COMMUNITY RESILIANCY PILOT PROJECT
BETTER CITY CREATES A RESILIENCE PLAN FOR LAKE COUNTY
For those that haven't heard, Climax Molybdenum and Better City have chosen the LLCEDC as their Community Champion partner for their resiliency action plan project, which is geared to develop preventative measures towards community threats. These threats can include a variety of incidents, such as the Closure of the Climax mine which will inevitably result in decrease in job loss and property tax value.
Herald Democrat published an article to review the project and updates since its first steps, which can be viewed HERE.
TO READ THE FINAL REPORT, VISIT OUR WEBSITE HERE
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BUSINESS RETENTION AND EXPANSION (BR&E) COMMITTEE UPDATE
In the attempts to sustain and develop our local economy, we at the Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation have begun work to launch our Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E) Committee. This sub Committee will orient themselves around the scope of work needed to better identify the needs and setbacks of businesses in Lake County.
In May of 2022, the LLCEDC hired a contractor to lead the Committee, and since, the BR&E Committee has identified over 500 businesses to visit with the purpose of finding the challenges and struggles they are facing in today's economy. There have been upwards of 40 site visits to Lake County businesses since the Committee's start on June 15, 2022. Common issues that have been stated include long term staffing, inability to keep up with business growth, and lack of recognition/marketing issues.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Committee continues their important work.
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Leadville-Twin Lakes Tourism Stakeholder Survey
Visit Leadville-Twin Lakes / Lake County
This Tourism Stakeholder Survey is designed to help Visit Leadville-Twin Lakes create a feedback loop with local tourism-related businesses to understand their outlook, barriers, and priorities.
The benefits of collecting this important information include:
- Provide an avenue for local tourism businesses to provide input on decisions that impact the destination.
- Understand how the local tourism business community is operating.
- Understand what barriers may be impacting the success of local tourism businesses.
- Receive input from local tourism businesses on destination priorities.
- Identify opportunities that will benefit the local tourism industry.
- Foster a shared sense of ownership in the future of your destination
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OEDIT RURAL OPPORTUNITY UPDATES | |
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT UPDATES | |
Lake County Labor Market Key Market Indicators
In the LLCEDC's last Board of Directors Meeting, our partners from the Colorado Workforce Center and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment presented updated statistics of the Lake County Labor Market, including unemployment and total Labor force. To review the presentation, click HERE.
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As a means to further address the employment crisis in Lake County, us and our partners at the Northwest Colorado Workforce Center will be announcing local job postings on a bi - weekly basis. If you have open positions that you are looking to fill, please contact our Leadville specialist, Sue Miller, at (719) 486-2428 or email at sue.miller@state.co.us or stop by their office at Colorado Mountain College, 901 S. Hwy. 24, New Discovery Building, Room 219, Leadville, CO 80461.
For further information on the Northwest Colorado Workforce Area, please visit their website HERE
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LAKE COUNTY HOT JOBS
For all listings with complete job descriptions and to apply, log on to ConnectingColorado.com or use the Colorado Jobs App on the App Store (Android Link Here) to search for jobs.
On your home page, enter the job number (JO#) in the first field on the Job Search and click "Search," or put the desired job in the job search field up top by location. We can help, call Employment Specialist Sue Miller at (719) 486-2428.
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CMC LEADVILLE SPEAKER SERIES | |
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Colorado Mountain College Leadville will be hosting a Speaker Series throughout 2022 and 2023. CMC intends for this series to add thoughtful conversation to our community and provide new resources to help attendees grow personally and professionally.
The first “Community Lecture” welcomes Bert L Ballard, Ph.D & Sarah J. Ballard M.A, who are certified conflict mediators and will be speaking on conflict, communication and de-escalation in a talk called "What Animal Are You?".
November 7, 2022
6:30-7:45
Climax Building Room 401
CMC Leadville
The next lecture will host Meara Faw, Ph.D, an Associate Professor in the Communication Studies Department at Colorado State University. In a presentation called “We Need To Talk - Delivering and Responding to Bad News,” this speaker will go into how relationships affect our well being.
December 5, 2022
6:30-7:45
Climax Building Room 401
CMC Leadville
See the full flyer HERE.
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COLORADO RESTAURANT FOUNDATION'S QPR (SUICIDE PREVENTION) TRAINING
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. This evidence-based training includes national and state statistics about suicide, warning signs, and detailed explanations of how to talk to someone who may be in a suicide crisis.
The Colorado Restaurant Foundation has partnered with CHOW to offer a free QPR training for Colorado restaurant workers during the month of October. This is a meaningful opportunity for industry leaders to learn how to support their team members.
Monday, October 24, 2022
11am
Virtual
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EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP MONTH FROM OEDIT
A message from our partners at OEDIT:
October is Employee Ownership month, as Gov. Jared Polis signed a proclamation recognizing October as the official Employee Ownership Month in Colorado. Employee-owned businesses contribute a significant benefit to employees, business owners and our communities by promoting a higher quality of life for employee-owners including higher wages, lower turnover rate and access to better benefits. The business owner, on the other hand, benefits from a more engaged workforce, a guaranteed succession plan and a way to attract and retain top talent. If you know a business that may be interested in pursuing employee-ownership, the Employee Ownership Toolkit is a great resource to share, especially with a business owner who may be looking to retire but wants to ensure their business continues to be a source of good employment in the community.
For more October 2022 updates from OEDIT, follow the link below.
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WHERE ARE THE WORKERS?
Why is it so hard to fill openings and what can employers do about it? In this free webinar, we’ll dive into labor market conditions, long-term
predictions and learn how employers can adapt to what could be a frightening new reality.
Colorado Department of Labor and Employment workforce
development and labor market experts Carolyn Tucker and Christina Oxley will present local, state and national labor market data as well as employment best practices when talent attraction is more challenging than ever and retention is critical.
Monday, October 31, 2022
9:30am - 11am
Virtual
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CENTRAL MOUNTAIN SBDC'S FINANCE FRIDAY - TAX DEDUCTIONS
Are you ignoring the money side of your business? Don't leave this important area of your business for someone else to manage. Take control! Knowledge is power! Learn tips and tricks to stay on top of your business finances and watch your profits grow. This session is not recorded. Led by Kelly Johnston, President of Johnston Financial Services has a large amount of experience in both the public accounting and private industry accounting fields. Her background includes a Bachelor in Finance and a Master of Science in Accounting, with experience in the healthcare industry with critical access hospitals and physician offices, audit, and tax preparation.
Friday, October 28, 2022
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual
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TRICK - OR - TREAT ON MAINSTREET
Mark your calendars, Leadville! The Lake County Recreation Center and The Leadville Mainstreet Program are excited to bring Halloween to Harrison Avenue again on Sunday, October 30, 2022. This year, we intend to shut down Harrison Avenue for a safer Trick or Treating experience and more engagement from our Leadville businesses and organizations.
Businesses are welcome to register for a table on Harrison Avenue and distribute candy to Trick or Treaters. Registration information for a table will follow soon. We cannot wait for the festivities to begin, and we look forward to seeing everyone there!
Sunday, October 30, 2022
1pm - 3pm
4th - 8th and Harrison Avenue
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ADVOCATES OF LAKE COUNTY HOUSING PROGRAM
The Advocates of Lake County uses a Housing First Approach to help find safe housing for clients and survivors of violence. With funding and relationships with Lake County Property owners and partners, The Advocates of Lake County are able to support their clients with rental assistance and potentially other forms of financial assistance to maintain housing.
This Program benefits local landlords and partners if they choose to participate, with some of the benefits being:
- Eliminate advertising costs
- Damage/Security Deposit assistance
- Clients have access to time - limited subsidies
- Guaranteed Rent Payments
For more information, please visit their website, or call at (719) 293 - 0852
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Join community leaders from business, education, and government on November 7 and November 9, 2022, to define labor market outcomes and more!
November 7, 2022
8:30am - 12:00pm
Morgridge Commons at Glenwood Mountain College
and November 9, 2022
8:30am - 12:00pm
Colorado Mountain College
Leadville Campus
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1% FOR THE OUTDOORS
What is 1% for the Outdoors? An easy way to fund natural resources and outdoor access in Lake County! Simply add a 1% voluntary donation to each customer purchase, and help protect what makes Lake County special.
Open space: Protect scenic views.
• Recreation access: Preserve and increase access to climbing, fishing, hunting, trails, and more.
• Trails: Help build new area trails.
• Wildlife habitat: Protect moose, elk, deer, bighorn sheep, antelope, and more.
• Heritage sites: Preserve mining and historical sites.
• Outdoor education: Introduce others to the great outdoors.
• Agricultural lands: Help keep working lands working—and protected from sprawl.
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Be sure to check out the workshops and sessions offered by our SCORE Partners. | | |
Check out SBDC resources available to support small businesses, non-profits, freelancers, and independent contractors. | | | |
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Need a refresher on what the LLCEDC does and the role we play in our community? | | |
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NOT A MEMBER?
Membership benefits are extensive and include…
- Involvement and decision making in the direction, goals, efforts, and accomplishments of the Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation.
- Ability to participate with our healthcare alliance and enterprise zone programs.
- Participation in developing business resources and the small business lending resources to further enhance the benefits of the LLCEDC to local businesses as well as other LLCEDC members. AND MUCH MORE!
To read more about the benefits are of becoming a member, click here. To become an LLCEDC member, fill out the application form here or click the link below.
Check out the 2022 LLCEDC Board of Directors and Meeting Schedule HERE
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Our Mission Statement
The Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation is the leading catalyst for business success by helping to retain and expand the economic base in Leadville and Lake County.
Visit our website:
www.LakeCountyEDC.com
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LEADVILLE LAKE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
400 Harrison Ave, Ste #100, PO Box 1503, Leadville, CO 80461
719-293-2316 • admin@lakecountyedc.com
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