Board signals support for 'Golden After Hours' pilot to boost weekday downtown activity
Jun 15, 2026
DDA staff presented a pilot program (Golden After Hours) proposing small grants ($250–$500) for downtown businesses and requested up to $10,000 in DDA funding for a three‑month trial; the board offered conditional support and asked staff to return with refined plans and coordination details with Visit Golden.
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Marketing staff presented a proof‑of‑concept called "Golden After Hours" — a locals‑focused program intended to stimulate weekday downtown activity on slower nights (Tuesdays/Wednesdays). The DDA was asked to administer a small grant program for downtown businesses (grants in the $250–$500 range) and to consider a $10,000 cap from DDA funds for a three‑month trial.
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