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Affordable & Workforce Housing: An Endorsement for a Brighter Future
Over the past few years, our community has experienced significant growth and development with new investments, people relocating to the region, and the vision of our community gaining traction.
As our community navigates affordable and workforce challenges, the Grand Junction Economic Partnership has voted to endorse upcoming ballot measure 2B that will allow for the lease of land for affordable and workforce housing up to 99 years.
Phoenix Haus Awarded Innovative Housing Incentive Program (IHIP) Grant Up to $710,000 For New Construction
Grand Junction based company, Phoenix Haus, has been named the latest award recipient for the Colorado Innovative Housing Incentive Program (IHIP) grant up to $710,000 for the construction of 90 housing units.
Grand Junction Economic Partnership Welcomes Oakstar Bank to Las Colonias
OakStar Bank has announced the selection of the Riverfront at Las Colonias for the construction and development of its new facility, anticipated to break ground in late 2024 and open in 2025. This development will expand OakStar Bank’s regional footprint in the Grand Junction area as they continue to engage and serve the community.
Featured Property: Grand Mesa Industrial Park
Located amidst the picturesque landscapes of Grand Junction, Grand Mesa Industrial Park is a premier commercial real estate opportunity sprawled across 44 acres. This industrial park includes six dynamic industrial buildings and one standalone office building, offering a diverse range of opportunities for potential tenants. The total available square footage for this property is 148,992.
Costco Chooses Grand Junction as Newest Location, Boosting Economic Activity in the Region
Costco Wholesale has selected Grand Junction as its newest retail location, marking a significant investment in the area that will boost economic activity and job creation. The facility will be located on the north side of 24 Road and Interstate 70 and is anticipated to be open in 2026.
Bridging the Gap: Advancing Our Workforce Through Education
Today’s economy demands a proactive approach to equipping our workforce with the necessary skills
for growing industries. Through local
partnerships and open communication between our education system and businesses, we can ensure our community is poised to meet these demands.
Lada Cube, Grand Junction – A Colorado Company to Watch
Headquartered in Grand Junction, Lada Cube is an award winning, building tech company that offers pre-manufactured and pre-engineered walls. See why they choose to operate in the region.
Spartan Drill Tools Accepted into Rural-Jump Start Program
Spartan Drill Tools is one of North America’s most well-known drill tool manufacturing companies, producing a variety of products for the mining and water well industries.
In 2023, Spartan Drill Tools announced expansion plans with a new manufacturing division in Grand Junction and was successfully approved into the Rural Jump-Start Program. Through their expansion, they will be utilizing innovative processes new to Colorado with the purchase of a $1.4 million friction welder supporting the manufacture of its new small-diameter drill pipes and tooling.
Sky Peak Technologies Expanding Horizons and Innovations in Grand Junction
Sky Peak Technologies, a Grand Junction- based tech company, continues to grow through the support of the Rural Jump Start Program and the State Trade Expansion Program Grant.