LOCAL PROGRAMS
Local Business Assistance
& Incentive Programs*:
(all programs are listed in alphabetical order)
All financial incentives provided at the local level are identified on a case-by-case basis,
to better meet the unique needs of the company and the community. Each community
in Northern Colorado has a different programs and philosophies regarding business
assistance agreements. The NCEDC can assist with the negotiation of incentives with
local and state governments.
Custom Economic Analysis:
NCEDC can conduct a wide variety of workforce and economic analysis and quickly produce custom reports using up-to-date labor market, industry, and demographic data. We can help you understand regional labor markets, industries, occupations, demographics, workforce trends, economic impacts, skills, job compatibility and more — at almost any level of geographic detail. We do it by utilizing a user-friendly web-based tool that interprets and analyzes labor market and demographic data for Larimer, Weld, Boulder, Adams and Broomfield Counties.
Fort Collins Manufacturing Use Tax Rebate:
The program is designed to provide use tax rebates to manufacturers located in Fort Collins. The rebate was intended to encourage the reinvestment made by
local manufacturing firms in new manufacturing equipment.
Larimer/Weld Revolving Loan Fund:
The Larimer/Weld Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) is a gap-financing tool designed
to assist with the financing of companies expanding or locating to the rural areas
of Weld and Larimer Counties (outside of Ft. Collins and Loveland city limits).
The program is funded by federal Community Development Block Grant funds
and is administered by Upstate Colorado Economic Development Corp.
Loveland Center for Business Development (LCBD):
An innovative resource for business owners and entrepreneurs, The Loveland Center for Business Development provides counseling, group training, financial assistance and referrals FREE OF CHARGE to participants.
• One-on-One Counseling
• Financial Resources
• Workshops & Seminars
• Comprehensive Referral System
• Resource Material
Contact: Don Abbott 970-667-4106 or don.abbott@loveland.org
Small Business Development Center (SBDC):
The mission of the Fort Collins/Larimer SBDC is to provide high-quality and cost effective small business assistance, information, and support which fosters the successful growth and development of small businesses and results in a positive long-term economic impact on our communities. Our mission is accomplished through:
• Free one-on-one business counseling
• Low-cost workshops
• Help in identifying potential financing
• Help in networking with local, state, and federal resources
Contact: 970-498-9295 or sbdc@frii.com
Workforce:
NCEDC can provide assistance with the coordination of programs provided by
the Larimer County Workforce Center, Colorado State University, Front Range Community College, the NoCo Network and others to attract high quality workers.