PLEASE CLICK ON THE COMMUNITY NAME BELOW:Larimer CountyLarimer County is located in north central Colorado. It is the seventh largest county in Colorado based on population. The county extends to the Continental Divide and includes several mountain communities and Rocky Mountain National Park. The County encompasses 2,640 square miles that include some of the finest irrigated farmland in the state, as well as vast stretches of scenic ranch lands, forests and high mountain peaks. Over 50% of Larimer County is publicly owned, most of which is land within Roosevelt National Forest and Rocky Mountain National Park. In addition to these federal lands, Colorado State Parks and Recreation Area, Larimer County Parks and local parks within urban areas combine to provide a wide spectrum of recreational opportunities that are enjoyed by both residents and visitors.
Major attractions in the area include the Poudre River Canyon and Rocky Mountain National Park. Other major visitor attractions in the County include the Anheuser Busch Brewery and Colorado State University in Fort Collins, sculpture shows and bronze foundry tours in Loveland, and the Scottish Highlands Festival in Estes Park. Loveland and Estes Park are also known as gateways to Rocky Mountain National Park, which receives over 3 million visitors each year.
Larimer County: www.co.larimer.co.us
Berthoud
Dubbed Colorado's “Garden City,” Berthoud features broad, tree-lined streets and a welcoming hometown feel. The town's nearly 5,000 residents enjoy two parks, an outdoor swimming pool and a thriving public recreation program. With two elementary schools, a middle school and high school along with a burgeoning manufacturing and retail sector, the town's employment opportunities are growing. Berthoud is close to Loveland and other Northern Colorado cities and offers easy access to Interstate 25.
Estes ParkEstes Park is the gateway community to the famed Rocky Mountain National Park – Colorado’s #1 tourist destination.
More than just a “town,” Estes Park is host to vacationers and home to residents alike. The village was named after both an early resident by the name of Joel Estes.
Estes Park was first enjoyed as an escape from the summer heat by American Indians thousands of years ago. Now, it is enjoyed by people from around the world as a mountain playground with Rocky Mountain National Park right next door. Some consider this area to be quintessential Colorado.
Town of Estes Park: www.estesnet.com
Estes Park Chamber of Commerce: www.estesparkresort.comFort Collins
Fort Collins is a college town alive with youthful energy. Home to Colorado State University, Fort Collins claims over 130,000 residents and is the largest Northern Colorado city. Colorado State University ranks among top U.S. universities, and its eight colleges offer more than 70 undergraduate and numerous graduate and professional degrees. Highly diverse, Fort Collins offers a broad employment base with business residents representing a stable mix of industry, government and services. There is plenty to do in Fort Collins. Historic Old Town is one of the city's most beloved shopping districts. A pedestrian mall preserves the city's historic heart, now the bustling home of eclectic shops, art galleries and diverse restaurants, all in a pleasant outdoor setting. Fort Collins also features the Foothills Fashion Mall with 110 stores, including several national chains. In addition, the city boasts 44 public parks, four golf courses, three swimming pools, an ice skating rink and more than 20 miles of bike-hike trails.
City of Fort Collins: www.ci.fort-collins.co.us
Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce: www.fcchamber.org
Development opportunites and information in Fort Collins: http://ncshost.newcenturysoftware.com/ftcollins/
Johnstown
Discover Johnstown, “The Community That Cares.” We are woven into Northern Colorado’s history and share in the opportunities that await investors. Interstate 25 and US Hwy 34 are now as much a part of our “Main Street” as our growing, historic downtown. We work hard and smart to serve new citizens and businesses through improved infrastructure, governmental services and regulatory environment. Our business and development customers understand we are committed to keeping development review streamlined yet thorough, with emphasis on project quality.
Johnstown is central to the North Front Range. We know where we are going - and growing.Town of Johnstown: www.townofjohnstown.comLoveland
Loveland, Colorado offers new and existing businesses significant advantages when starting, relocating, or expanding. Strategically located at the heart of the Colorado Higher Education Triangle; Loveland based businesses have access to educated workers from the University of Northern Colorado, Colorado State University, and University of Colorado at Boulder. Loveland also offers a satellite campus of Aims Community College. The City of Loveland has entered into a 25 year and $360 million infrastructure plan with the private sector, which offers business owners, “Signature Sites,” which are “ready to go and build to suit.” The City’s Business Development Office assists entrepreneurs with ombudsman services and commercial utility customers may benefit from the Key Accounts Program.
City of Loveland: www.ci.loveland.co.us
Loveland Chamber of Commerce: www.loveland.orgTimnath
Timnath was established in 1882 as a busy hub of fur trading and farming. Its location on the Cache la Poudre River initially attracted people to the fertile land, and over time its proximity to larger communities – Fort Collins to the west, Windsor to the south, and Loveland and Greeley nearby – brought in residents who wanted to get away, but not too far away.
Only three years ago, Timnath was the size of a small neighborhood, with a quaint Main Street and a population of 230. Now, Timnath has become a model of progressive living in Northern Colorado.
Timnath is slated to grow to 27 square miles and 30,000 residents – most will be professionals from high tech and other industries. There’s a new golf course, a boating club on its way, and plans for 20% of the area to be covered with parks and recreation trails.
In addition, a thriving commercial/retail/dining district will reflect Timnath’s dedication to great living – and attract consumers from nearby cities who want to experience Timnath’s beauty and variety.
Town of Timnath: www.timnathco.govoffice2.comWellington
Considered the “Northern Gateway to Colorado,” Wellington is situated at the northern tip of Colorado’s Front Range. Magnificent scenery will bring you here. Business opportunities, agriculture excellence, hometown priorities and comfortable living will make you want to stay. Wellington is a growing town of over 3,200. Situated conveniently between Fort Collins, CO and Cheyenne, WY, Wellington has access to an employment base of close to 200,000 people within 30 miles, and access to major interstate highways in all directions. Developed and undeveloped land opportunities abound. Significant new developments in the area are now under way that are providing a variety of new housing options for residents. Take a good look at Wellington, we think you’ll like what you see.
Town of Wellington: www.townofwellington.comWindsor
Windsor, proud of its historical roots and strong sense of community, is an exciting place our residents call home and our visitors enjoy as a destination place where people can spend the day socializing, shopping, dining and enjoying our many recreational, leisure and cultural amenities and the uniqueness of the Windsor Heritage Town Center and Lake Area.
Windsor values family, quality education, citizen involvement and pride, safe-livable neighborhoods, a vibrant and diverse economy and the quality cultural, recreational, leisure and community services and amenities that enrich the Town and the lives of its residents and visitors.
Through imagination and strong community leadership, good planning and productive partnerships, Windsor has sustained its distinctive identity and features. It is an aesthetically appealing community enjoying strong and safe neighborhoods offering a well-planned mix of retail, recreational, leisure and housing options to meet the needs of all ages and lifestyles. Windsor enjoys high quality education opportunities, successful business and commercial sectors that provide both a strong tax base and a wide variety of employment and shopping opportunities, and ready access to transit and transportation systems.
Town of Windsor: www.ci.windsor.co.us
Windsor Chamber of Commerce: www.windsorchamber.net
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