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Posted on: February 14, 2013

Precision machining training offered in Commerce City

Kick start a career path in precision machining; no experience needed! There’s a demand for skilled machinists in Colorado and Front Range Community College is offering non-credit training classes in Commerce City starting... Read on...

Posted on: October 15, 2012

The Commerce Connection

Economic development newsletter.

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Posted on: August 15, 2012

The Commerce Connection

The Commerce Connection is published monthly by the Commerce City Economic Development Division.

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Posted on: July 16, 2012

Shoring-Up the U.S. Manufacturing Industry

The biggest news in the manufacturing industry this year is the reshoring of jobs back to the U.S.

According to a report released by the Boston Consulting Group, seven major manufacturing industries will reach their... Read on...

Posted on: July 16, 2012

Advanced Manufacturing – the Future

According to the US Dept. of Commerce, Advanced manufacturing is a “matter of fundamental importance to the economic strength and national security of the United States. Advanced manufacturing capabilities are essential for... Read on...

Posted on: July 16, 2012

Workforce Readiness

As companies return their operations to the U.S., is the workforce prepared to take the jobs they can offer? Since December 2009, manufacturers have increased their payrolls by about 400,000 workers. Some of these jobs were... Read on...

Posted on: July 16, 2012

Hey, look who just moved in!

See a listing of new city businesses...

Wild Blue Limited, 6496 Hwy 2 – Used furniture and household goods – 303-903-6195

Highland Legends, LLC, 7151 Quebec St – Apartment leasing & maintenance –... Read on...

Posted on: July 16, 2012

Upcoming Events

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES
Following is a list of upcoming business classes being offered by the North Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Brighton location. For more information on classes and other available... Read on...

Posted on: June 19, 2012

The Retail Industry – Returning to Normal

As stated in Retail Traffic Magazine May edition, the 2012 International Council of Shopping Centers Retail Real Estate Convention (ICSC RECon) showed a “Return to Normalcy” for the national retail industry. The... Read on...

Posted on: June 19, 2012

Commerce City is Open for Business!

The mood at the 2012 International Council of Shopping Centers Retail Real Estate Convention (ICSC ReCon) was more optimistic than we have seen in recent years.

May 20-23rd, Commerce City sent a team to the ICSC... Read on...

Posted on: June 19, 2012

Commerce City Receives Awards!

For the 24th consecutive year, the City of Commerce City was honored with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada... Read on...

Posted on: June 19, 2012

Hey, look who just moved in!

See a listing of new city businesses...

Mercadito Latino Envios, 7253 Monaco Street - Money wiring services – 810-425-2493

US Lawns of Denver, 3975 E 56th Ave Unit A-16 - Dispatch Center for landscape maintenance... Read on...

Posted on: June 19, 2012

Upcoming Events!

KING SOOPERS GRAND OPENING
When: Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Location: 104th Avenue & Chambers Road, Commerce City
The 123,000 sq. ft. King Soopers Marketplace, currently under construction at East 104th Avenue and... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2012

Aerotropolis comes to Denver!

DIA Technology & Commerce City

Over time, shifting forces in the economy change the ways businesses compete, as well as where they choose to locate. Globalization, speed, agility and connectivity are the factors that... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2012

Making the Most out of Commerce City’s Aerotropolis Location

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Most important rule in real estate? Location! Location! Location!
Making the Most out of Commerce City’s Aerotropolis Location

Development of the city’s Aerotropolis is a key initiative for the Commerce City Economic... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2012

Technical School/Master-Planned Community come out winners for NAIOP Challenge redevelopment

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The University of Colorado was the run-away winner of the 10th Annual Rocky Mountain Real Estate Challenge, sponsored by NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association.
Colorado’s best and brightest graduate... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2012

Upcoming Events

Metro North Chamber of Commerce Member Orientation
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
For new members and businesses considering membership. Learn how to MAXIMIZE your Chamber Membership in a fun, interactive... Read on...

Posted on: May 17, 2012

Hey, look who just moved in!

UZ Auto Trans Inc, 5465 Quebec St Ste 101 - towing & recovery - 303.305.8003

2nd Chance Automotive Inc, 5895 Quebec St #F - automotive diagnostic repair service – 720.276... Read on...

Posted on: April 17, 2012

READY TO REBOUND!

READY TO REBOUND!

Home prices are stabilizing while interest rates are at an all-time low. Good time to buy OR sell!

Real Estate experts across the country are reporting that the worst of the housing crash is over. ... Read on...

Posted on: April 17, 2012

NEW CITY APPOINTMENTS MOVE COMMERCE CITY FORWARD

NEW CITY APPOINTMENTS MOVE COMMERCE CITY FORWARD

Brian McBroom named as new city manager

On April 16th, the City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Brian K. McBroom as Commerce City’s new city manager. ... Read on...

Posted on: April 17, 2012

BUSINESS LEADERS SHARE CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM FOR THE YEAR AHEAD

BUSINESS LEADERS SHARE CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM FOR THE YEAR AHEAD!
Developing an educated and trained workforce top of mind.

The third annual Commerce City Business and Development Summit brought together local businesses to... Read on...

Posted on: April 17, 2012

HEY! LOOK WHO JUST MOVED IN!

HEY! LOOK WHO JUST MOVED IN!
See a listing of the new city businesses ...

A-Team Fencing, 10595 Wheeling St - fence installation - 720.989.8219

JEH Company, 7920 E 88th Ave -... Read on...

Posted on: March 15, 2012

COMMERCE CITY SHOWED SIGNS OF ECONOMIC GROWTH IN 2011!

While Metro Denver has an optimistic forecast for 2012, what does that mean for Commerce City? Let’s take a closer look at Commerce City apart from the metro Denver area.

In 2011, Commerce City saw signs of a mild... Read on...

Posted on: March 15, 2012

EXPANSION OF LOCAL COMPANIES RESULTS IN 150 NEW JOBS!

State, county and city officials joined with executives from Cummins Rocky Mountain, LLC, UE Compression and Precast Concepts on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 to announce the companies’ decisions to expand their businesses within... Read on...

Posted on: March 15, 2012

METRO DENVER – SLOW AND STEADY ECONOMIC RECOVERY!

Metro Denver’s economy is expected to hover around the national average in 2012, consistent with a slow and steady recovery.

The Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation’s Chief Economist Patty Silverstein... Read on...

Posted on: March 15, 2012

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GOALS FOR 2012!

In 2010, Commerce City implemented an Economic Development Strategic Plan designed to help the city capitalize on its unique strengths. This plan set the framework for connecting, networking and leveraging important economic... Read on...

Posted on: March 15, 2012

HEY! LOOK WHO JUST MOVED IN!

See a listing of the new city businesses ...

B&C Tools, 11303 Lansing St - hand tool sales to automotive shops - 303.227.0074

Singh Enterprises, 6771 E 50th Ave - wholesale distribution company - 303.396.2536

Andre... Read on...

Posted on: March 15, 2012

SAVE THE DATE!

Following are upcoming City or partner resources for your business:

March 20-21
Grand Opening of the Northeast Business Resource Center in Brighton.
On March 20th they will start with an open house and a ribbon cutting... Read on...