Lakewood Business News for the Week of 02/20/2017

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For the Week of February 20, 2017

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Lakewood Business Brainiac Trivia

Congrats to Kim Rein with Red Rocks Community College who was the winner of last week’s trivia question. Mayor Paul’s State of the City speech is March 9^th at 11:30 a.m. Hope to see you there!

In Colorado, what is the legally sanctioned name for February 20?

To answer, please use the “reply” button from your email browser. Please allow other Lakewood-based businesses an opportunity to win and promote their business if you have won in the past.

Accounting Basics

Wednesday, February 22, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
A solid understanding of basic accounting principles is essential for any business owner to effectively communicate and interpret the financial results of their business. This entry-level course aimed at small business owners and prospective entrepreneurs will introduce you to basics business accounting concepts, while serving as a platform for understanding and applying concepts presented in other SBDC seminars related to business finances. This seminar is part of the Financial Literacy Track, a line-up of seminars designed to give you a quick way to understand the financials of your business. Join for the entire series! Visit the website to register.

State of the City

Thursday, March 9, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Join Mayor Adam Paul for his first State of the City speech, where he will cover highlights from the past year and outline his vision for the city’s future. In addition to the speech, this community luncheon raises funds for nonprofits in Lakewood. The event is 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on March 9 at the Sheraton Denver West, 360 Union Blvd. Tickets are available at StateoftheCity2017.org.

Government Affairs Committee

Friday, March 24, 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Join the GAC for an informational morning of learning from respected Colorado economist, Patty Silverstein. She will discuss the economic outlook after the first quarter of 2017. Breakfast burritos and coffee will be served. Cost is $10 per person. Register today.

Volunteer Fair

Are you looking for opportunities to serve and give back to the community? The Just Serve Volunteer Fair is bringing community and volunteers together from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 25 at 6465 W. Jewell Ave. Several agencies, including some of the following, will be at the fair to answer your questions: Jeffco Public Schools, the Action Center, Jeffco Open Space and more. Details at JustServe.org.

In the News

Housing crisis in metro area is expanding as demand outpaces growth

Lakewood Arts Gallery “Small Works Show” Feb 26

Metro Denver Ranks 7^th for job gains in 2016

Washington affects economic growth, with changes coming thick and fast

CAUTION: Brewing Company Releases The Earl in Cans

Seasoned Denver apartment investor snaps up 2.4-acre Lakewood site

Construction defects reform heats up with impending bill, strong letter

Denver International Airport launches webpage for job seekers

Mayors ask Legislature to pass twice-failed construction-defects reform bill

Denver is the ‘fastest’ housing market in the country

Denver Economic Development Pioneer to Retire

How bad is Denver traffic? Here’s where we rank

Fire danger rises along Colorado’s Front Range

Lakewood’s Fleet Maintenance Division gets new certification

To-go coffee house drives into Lakewood

How Snapchat is Going After Small and Midsize Businesses

Grand Openings and Milestones

To see the list of newly licensed businesses, visit www.Lakewood.org/EconomicDevelopment and click "New Business List Archive".

Miracle Street Gallery
7001 W. Colfax Ave.
303-815-4914

To submit a grand opening, visit www.Lakewood.org/GrandOpenings

Development and Investment Updates

Certificates of Occupancy or Completion Issued
New Empire Lakewood Nissan Car Dealership, 14707 W. Colfax Ave.

Permits Issued
Demo Structure, 1420 Oak St.
Tenant Improvement for Aldo Retail Store, 14500 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 242
Tenant Finish for Ambulatory Surgery Center, 255 S Routt St
Tenant Improvement for Dollar Tree, 6687 W. Colfax Ave.

Formal Planning Submittals
50 Age-Restricted Apartments, 11968 W. Jewell Ave.
Special Use Permit for Self-Storage, 830 Wadsworth Blvd.

To view other active Planning submittals, visit www.Lakewood.org/PlanningCasesMap/

To view current projects under construction, visit
www.Lakewood.org/Development-Highlights-Map

To see the list of newly licensed businesses, visit www.Lakewood.org/EconomicDevelopment and click "New Business List Archive".