The Jefferson County labor market is showing significant signs of a “spring awakening,” according to the latest BdB Hiring Index released today. The weekly tracker, which monitors job openings across the county’s primary municipalities, reveals a broad upward trend in recruitment activity as local businesses gear up for the second quarter. Arvada has emerged as…more
The Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation is undergoing a significant transition in its executive leadership. Carrie Kelly, who served as the organization’s President and CEO since August 2025, has stepped down from her role to return to the private sector. In a prepared statement related to the staffing change, the EDC said: “Jeffco EDC has…more
Jeffco BdB has unveiled its updated ranking of women-owned small businesses in Jefferson County for 2026. The list highlights the expanding role of female entrepreneurs in various industries. The list, which features 176 companies, is organized by the number of current employees, showcasing significant contributions to the local economy. Leading the list is Real Estate…more
Jefferson County commissioners and department heads convened a virtual town hall to address a tightening fiscal landscape and evolving public safety challenges. The discussion centered on a “perfect storm” of human services funding cuts, the increasing frequency of utility power shut-offs, and new leadership within the county’s vast open space system. Commissioner Rachel Zenzinger opened…more
Jefferson County’s labor market has shifted from a summer lull to a highly competitive environment, with the percentage of major firms looking for talent increasing sixfold since August. According to a six-month analysis of 500 high-visibility companies (the Jeffco 500)—the Jeffco 500 Hiring Index—the regional hiring benchmark climbed from a modest 5% in mid-August 2025…more
The City of Lakewood is moving to refund over $42 million to telecommunications companies after the Colorado Supreme Court ruled its Business & Occupation (B&O) tax expansions unconstitutional. In a presentation to the City Council on January 26, 2026, city officials outlined a “Next Steps” plan to settle the massive debt and adjust the municipal…more
Vail Resorts Inc., a ski resort operator based in Jeffco, reported a significant decline in several key ski season metrics for the period through January 4, 2026, compared to the same time frame the previous year. This data, focused on its North American destinations, revealed a 20% drop in total skier visits. Additionally, lift revenue…more
Jeffco BdB has updated its SBA Loan recipient data and posted the list of Jefferson County businesses that received loans in the third quarter of 2025. A total of 54 companies received funding, with a diverse range of industries represented among the top 27 borrowers. Leading the list was Supplize on Sixth Avenue Ltd., which…more
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and contractor Hamon Infrastructure have finished installing 3.5 miles of new noise walls along Interstate 70 between Pecos Street and I-76, an area crossing Denver and Jefferson counties. This project is part of a two-phase initiative. The first phase replaced one mile of walls between Tennyson Street and Lowell…more
Saigon Landing, a Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Evergreen, has closed its doors after nearly two decades of service. Founded by Victor Chan in August 2005, the restaurant shared a message on its website expressing gratitude to the community for their support and memories over the years. The farewell note concluded with a heartfelt thank you…more
Jefferson County Schools is moving forward with a plan to resolve a minimum $45 million budget deficit for Fiscal Year 2027, which includes the elimination of approximately 150 to 160 budgeted Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions within central departments. The detailed plan, presented to the Board of Education on November 13, 2025, outlines strategic cuts designed…more
The Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation (Jeffco EDC) has announced the winners of the 2025 Gateways Awards, recognizing the individuals, initiatives, and collaborations shaping the area’s economic landscape. The awards ceremony took place at the Social Capitol Events Center in Arvada, bringing together over 300 leaders from business, civic, and community sectors. “The Gateways shine…more