Platte Canyon Area Chamber of Commerce Meeting Recap – October 8, 2024

14 October 2024

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The October 8th Chamber meeting brought together business owners and community members with key updates, exciting news, and upcoming events in the Platte Canyon area.


Important Federal Reporting Requirement for Business Owners

A crucial update was shared for local business owners: the federal government requires all businesses to register their  Beneficial Ownership Information  by the end of the year on the  FinCEN.gov   website. Failure to meet this requirement will result in significant fines and penalties. Nonprofits are exempt from this regulation.


Community Announcements

  1. Flag Raising at McGraw Park
    There will be a flag raising in McGraw Park by the VFW, details and a schedule will be provided when available.
  2. Oso Hambre Burritos NOW at Mudslingers Coffee
    Starting Thursday (10/10), Mudslingers Coffee will offer Oso Hambre Breakfast Burritos, available bright and early at 6 AM. A perfect match for your morning coffee!
  3. New Food Truck – Fuego Pizza
    Exciting news for foodies: a new food truck, Fuego Pizza, will open in two weeks next to Oso Hambre, serving wood-fired pizzas! �55356;�57173;
  4. Naming Bailey’s Divided Areas
    After a lively discussion, the Chamber has decided on unofficial names for the two distinct areas of Bailey separated by Crow Hill:
    Hi-Bai for the top and Lo-Bai for the bottom.


Upcoming Events

  • Pumpkin Patch Event
    This Saturday (10/12), from 10 AM to 2 PM, the Deer Creek Secure Self Storage location will host a Pumpkin Patch Event at 18 Bull Dogger Drive. With 600 pumpkins available for kids (one per child), it promises to be a fun-filled day. Parking is available at Crow Hill Bible Church, and the silent auction will be held online.
  • Cowboy Christmas Celebration
    A cherished holiday tradition, Cowboy Christmas will feature a heated tent with a market next to Conoco, a visit from Santa at the Bailey Community Center, and an after-party at Craft Mountain Brewing with awards following the parade. Christmas lights decorating will take place after Thanksgiving, and volunteers are needed to help make the town festive!


Community Projects

  • Rebuilding Bailey – US 285 Safety & Mobility Study
    A major initiative, the 12-page US 285 Safety & Mobility Study focuses on improving safety and accessibility in several key areas around Bailey. The main goals are enhancing transportation modes, revitalizing public spaces, and improving infrastructure resiliency.


Platte Canyon Fire Protection District (PCFPD) Update

The firehouse repair following recent flood damage will cost around $100K, with work starting soon. Additional projects and fire mitigation efforts are underway, and the chipping grant program will continue until December. Controlled burns in Payne Gulch and Harris Park are on hold due to weather conditions, but updates will be shared when rescheduled.


Local Support and Philanthropy

  • Lifebridge Food Pantry
    Open Fridays (3–5 PM) and Saturdays (9 AM–12 PM) at the Bailey Business Center, Lifebridge Food Pantry is holding a Coat Drive through October. Donate new or gently used coats, sweaters, or sweatshirts to help those in need by dropping items in the red bin at Crow Hill Bible Church.


Gracie Awards Voting

The Chamber is seeking your votes for the annual  Gracie Awards  to recognize outstanding individuals and businesses in the community. Be sure to check out the categories and cast your votes online!  https://www.bailey-colorado.org/annual-gracie-awards


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