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Wheat Ridge City launches Prosperity Plan to update economic strategy for first time since 2009
Summary
Mayor Bud Starker said Wheat Ridge is updating its economic strategy with the Wheat Ridge Prosperity Plan, developed with Progressive Urban Management Associates; he said the plan focuses on revitalizing commercial corridors, fostering innovation and manufacturing employment, and includes "quick wins" to be delivered in the next two years.
Wheat Ridge Mayor Bud Starker announced a citywide economic strategy update, the Wheat Ridge Prosperity Plan, saying the city has not revised its economic strategy since 2009. He said the plan was developed in partnership with Progressive Urban Management Associates and targets revitalizing commercial corridors, fostering innovation and manufacturing employment, enhancing quality of life and supporting local businesses.
"For the first time since 2009, we're updating our economic strategy with the Wheat Ridge Prosperity Plan," Starker said, crediting Progressive Urban Management Associates as a planning partner. He described priorities that include revitalizing commercial corridors and fostering manufacturing and innovation employment.
Starker said the planning process included input from more than 300 residents, business owners and community leaders. He said the plan identifies actionable goals, including "some quick wins we can achieve in the next 2 years," and that it aligns with the broader city plan to keep growth cohesive and sustainable.
The mayor invited community participation as the city moves into the next phase. Starker did not specify budget figures, specific department responsibilities, or exact timelines for each action during his remarks; these details will need to be provided by city staff or council documents to fully track implementation.
