Business Journal: Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Corporation invite local businesses to Chamber Luncheon to learn more about Proposition 101 and Amendments 60 and 61

August 12, 2010-Brighton, CO---The Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce and Brighton Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) would like to invite local businesses and interested community members to an informational luncheon on Proposition 101 and Amendments 60 and 61. The luncheon will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at Heritage Todd Creek from 11:30 am-1 pm. The luncheon is no cost for Chamber and BEDC members and $15 for anyone else who is interested in attending.

Featured speaker Matthew Gray, an attorney with Sherman & Howard, will give guests a substantial overview on Proposition 101 and Amendments 60 and 61. Mr. Gray will also dive in to what the local impacts are for each of these proposed changes to legislation. Many local organizations will be present to share their resolutions and answer questions.

“It is crucial that people educate themselves on Proposition 101 and Amendments 60 and 61,” said Raymond Gonzales, President and CEO of Brighton Economic Development Corporation. “These proposed ballot measures mean big changes for Brighton and surrounding areas and we hope that people join us for this luncheon so they can make an informed decision.”

Anyone interested in attending is required to RSVP by Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to reserve their seat by contacting Kami Welch 303-655-2169 or kwelch@brightonedc.org.

Commerce City State of Economics, a Matter of Leakage

According to the recent Retail Coach Report, existing retailers cannot meet the demand of the city’s growing population. The residents of Commerce City are shopping and spending their money in other cities and that is what is known as “leakage”.

How bad is the leakage in Commerce City? It is around $300,000,000 annually. It is time for the city to try and recoup its losses.

This Retail Coach Report is with the Economic Development team in Las Vegas at the ICSC (International Conference of Shopping Centers) to show potential businesses what opportunities are available right here inside the city.

The following is the breakdown of leakage dollars flowing out of the city annually:

$43,000,000 in General Merchandise
$91,000,000 in Radios, TVs and Computers
$19,000,000 in Home Furnishings
$88,000,000 in Eating Places
$59,000,000 in Groceries

According to the Twitter Updates from the team in Las Vegas, all is going well and it is the “Agreement Commerce City is where the growth will happen when the market rebounds…”. Also, “The retail leakage data has been powerful.”

Lets Move Some Dirt in C Town!!!

Commerce City Economic Development Responds to the Commerce City development and business community with the 2010 Incentive Package.

According to Commerce City: "The incentive program was created to: Positively impact all facets of the Commerce City economy; Create jobs and encourage existing businesses to make capital investments; Spur new office, industrial, and residential development and growth; and, Create new retail opportunities that cause the reduction in retail leakage. The package addresses the top incentive needs and desires identified by the Commerce City development and business community."

Incentive Package has deals for everyone including Existing Business, Prospective Business, New Retailer, Existing Retailer, Home builder, Homeowner, Green Businesses and Green Building Practices and Projects of Economic Development Significance.

For FULL Details of the 2010 Incentive Program CLICK HERE

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Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Corporation invite local businesses to Chamber Luncheon to learn more about Proposition 101 and Amendments 60 and 61

Commerce City State of Economics, a Matter of Leakage

Lets Move Some Dirt in C Town!!!