It is easy to see why Boulder, Colorado, is a popular place to live and work. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder boasts more than 300 days of sunshine, thousands of acres of open space, the University of Colorado, and a bold entrepreneurial spirit. With a population of 99,070, Boulder repeatedly tops quality of life lists, and has been named the “Smartest Town in the Country” by Forbes, the “Foodiest Town in America” by Bon Appétit.
Known as one of the hottest start-up communities in the country, Boulder is home to diverse companies and supports a concentration of national research labs, energy and high tech companies, and robust outdoor recreation, tourism, and sustainable living industries.
The City of Boulder established its Economic Vitality Program to reinforce the importance of economic health to our overall quality of life and to demonstrate the city's support of business and economic sustainability. The city's economic vitality programs and strategies promote innovation, competitiveness, and entrepreneurship. The program coordinates and supports efforts within the city organization and with partner groups in the community to foster the retention and expansion of existing businesses and enhance business services.
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is the Economic Vitality Coordinator and can be contacted at 303-441-3287 for more information about the program.
New in 2012
- Referrals and resources for start-ups and growing businesses
Business Retention and Expansion
- Customized services to support local businesses
- Assistance with business relocation and expansion options
- Outreach visits
Business Incentive Programs
- Flexible Rebate Program—for primary employers
- Boulder Microloan Program—for small businesses
- Parks and Recreation Employee Discount Program
Development and Redevelopment Assistance
- Input and analysis of development concepts and feasibility
- Identification of locations that match business needs
- Customer service improvements in permit and project review
Business Partner Initiatives
- Boulder Innovation Center
- Small Business Development Center
- Boulder Economic Council
- Tourism and Arts Events/Activities
Industry Cluster Initiatives
- Natural Products
- Active Living
- Clean Technology
- Bioscience
News
- April 9, 2013 - City manager approves business incentive for MBio Diagnostics
- April 4, 2013 - City manager approves business incentive for Tensentric
- March 20, 2013 - City manager approves business incentive for HEAD USA
- March 14, 2013 - City Manager approves business incentive for Gnip
- March 7, 2013 - City manager approves business incentive for Upslope Brewing
- Feb. 28, 2013 - City manager approves business incentive for RealD Inc.
- Jan. 22, 2103 - City manager approves business incentive for Twisted Pine Brewing Company
- Nov. 20, 2012 - City manager approves business incentive for Zia Consulting
- April 4, 2012 - City manager approves business incentive for Biodesix
- Feb. 29, 2012 - City manager approves business incentive for LogRhythm
- Feb. 15, 2012 - City Manager approves business incentive for juwi Wind
- Jan. 27, 2012 - City Manager approves business incentive for Eetrex
- Jan. 5. 2012 - City Manager approves business incentive for Tendril
- Jan. 28, 2011 - City Manager approves business incentive for Rally Software
- Jan. 13, 2011- City manager approves business incentive for Trada
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