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Denver Adds Third Hour of Parking at Select Meters
Drivers in downtown Denver, LoHi, and along Broadway can now park for three hours after 3 p.m. on weekdays and all day Saturdays. City officials anticipate this change could generate over $1 million in revenue to help people enjoy the city longer.
New Colorado Program Aids Public School Employees with Home Purchases
The Colorado Housing and Finance Authority launched the Schools to Home Program to help full-time public school employees overcome upfront homeownership costs. The program offers down payment and closing-cost assistance via a second mortgage. Eligible workers can apply for this aid.
Colorado Submits 91 Areas for Federal Opportunity Zone Designation
Colorado submitted 91 geographic areas, the maximum allowed, for federal designation as new Opportunity Zones. These zones encourage private investments in low-income communities across Colorado, including parts of the Colorado Springs and Denver metro areas. State leaders estimate these could surpass $4 billion in total investments.
East Colfax Businesses Hope for Boost After Bus Rapid Transit Project
Businesses along East Colfax are hoping to benefit from improvements following two years of Bus Rapid Transit construction. The Colfax Business Improvement District announced the official start of service, leading to optimism for the area's future. Grants were awarded to help businesses make necessary property improvements.
Mendocino Farms Opening New Location at The Promenade Shops at Briargate
Southern California-based Mendocino Farms is opening its first Colorado Springs location at The Promenade Shops at Briargate. This fast-casual restaurant, founded in 2005, will be the company's fourth in Colorado. It offers gourmet sandwiches, wraps, and salads.
Colorado Springs Area Business Events Starting Sept. 27
Various business seminars and networking opportunities are available in the Colorado Springs area starting September 27th. Events include webinars on market research and credit, as well as local chamber of commerce gatherings. Specific dates and registration details are provided for multiple sessions.
Apartment complex residents face months without mail service
Residents of Vesty Park apartment complex have been unable to receive mail delivery and must visit post offices directly to collect their mail after months of service interruption.
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