County, Meeker, Rangely

Building a Prosperous Rio Blanco County: Sustaining and growing existing businesses

By Katelin Cook

Economic Development Coordinator

Special to the Herald Times

RBC | When talking about economic development it seems that attracting new business always gets the spotlight. Equally important is growing a community’s existing industries. Just like when recruiting a new business, existing businesses also need a business-friendly environment. They need access to a skilled workforce, housing for the workforce, and access to financing. The “Building a Prosperous Rio Blanco County Plan” includes several initiatives…