Brush! Chamber June Newsletter

Please see below the new look of the Newsletter with a more condensed information delivery. If you are interested in one of the topics below, click on the arrow on the left/section for expanded information.

Chamber Organization Transition Announcement

Greetings Members,

It is after heavy consideration that I must inform you all that I shall be stepping down from the Executive Director role here at the Chamber in mid June to transition into a new role. I would like to thank all of you for the opportunity serve the community I am from and to partner with everyone that comes together to make the community such a great place.

Please see below an announcement letter below for your review.

Fort Morgan Times Article

BrushAreaChamberofCommerce_Update.pdf

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4th of July Parade

🎆 Brush! 4th of July Parade 🇺🇸  📅 Date: July 4, 2024  ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM  📍 Location: Downtown Brush, Colorado

Join us in celebrating Independence Day with the Brush! 4th of July Parade, hosted by the Brush! Area Chamber of Commerce! This beloved annual tradition brings the community together for a morning filled with patriotism, creativity, and fun.

🎺 Enjoy:  🎉 Festive floats, classic cars, and local organizations showcasing their American pride!  🚜 Tractors, horses, and all things that make our rural heritage shine!

Parade entries are now open! Businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to participate and show off their patriotic spirit.

📜 Registration & Info: Visit our event page more information for parade entry forms and guidelines.

Bring your flags, wear your red, white, and blue, and let’s celebrate our nation's birthday in true Brush! fashion! 🎇

4th of July Parade Entry Form

Junior Main Street (Intership Program) Launch

Last month at our Annual Meeting we announced the launch of our pilot program this year. With that the Brush! Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Junior Main Street Program aims to connect today's youth with opportunities that nurture them into the entrepreneurs and business leaders of tomorrow. Through strategic partnerships with local businesses, this program provides transitioning students with valuable work experience and supports businesses by partially reimbursing the costs of hiring them.

Program Overview

The program offers a partially paid employment reimbursement opportunity with financial support of up to $2,000 for businesses that hire transitioning students for at least 200 work hours over three months. The primary objective is to facilitate hands-on experience in job roles, fostering a bridge between academic life and the professional world.

Funding Agreement Overview

The Foundation agrees to reimburse approved businesses up to $2,000 for the costs associated with hiring an employee for a guaranteed 200 hours of work over three months. The business must comply with industry-standard wage norms and bear the upfront cost, which will be partially reimbursed upon successful completion of the internship and submission of required documentation in one payment or interim payments based on the needs of the business. NOTE: Program funding is limited, and availability will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are you a Business Interested in Hiring?

Beyond just the funding, this program aims to connect businesses with local programs for job-shawowing opportunities. So, even if you are just looking for some new workforce, be sure to connect with us to be included in our network of community partners as a job shadowing opportunity.

Junior Main Street Policy Document.pdf

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Downtown Placemaking Project Bulletin

The Brush! Area Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce that we are partnering with the City of Brush! to commence the Downtown Place-making project in downtown Brush. With the expected introduction of string lighting across the 200 block of Clayton Street. In addition to the releveling of Pavers in the majority of downtown Brush, and the completion of brick pavers on the north end of the west 200 block of Clayton Street.

With these major streetscape improvements, there are some expected disruptions to Clayton Street during the duration of the project(s). Project areas are shown, and specific dates will be provided when they become available.

The Festoon lighting is currently underway in downtown Brush, with the future pavers project to follow at a later date.

Event Forms & New Event Vendor Information

We are hitting the ground running this year with event dates planned out. In addition, we have the full slate of event forms available online (including Oktoberfest, 4th of July and more!) on our events page. On the events page, scroll past the community calendar to see forms online in the click-down sections.

Chamber Event Page

Welcome Center Request

As a Chamber of Commerce, we are also a Welcome Center in the community. The Chamber has a display with community information, including flyers, pamphlets, and contact information. In addition, we prepare welcome packets for new community members. With that said, we would like to request new and updated materials from businesses and organizations that are part of the chamber that we have not received in a while, as we are running low on several items. Materials can be dropped off at the Chamber office, or we can be given notice to pick items up by emailing brushchamberexecdir@gmail.com.

Funding Opportunities: Business Incentives (Brush! C.A.R.E.S. & Fort Morgan Programs)

The City of Brush! seeks to enhance the investment in our local businesses and business infrastructure in partnership with community organizations to further build our local economy through the City of Brush! Commercial Asset Reinvestment & Enhancement Solution (C.A.R.E.S.).

Brush C.A.R.E.S Program

Also, in tandem with the Historic Preservation Board (CLG), the Chamber can partner with private business owners on State Historical Fund Grant Programming and connect owners with other resources for building rehabilitation. If you are interested in learning more, contact us.

Fort Morgan-based businesses can apply for the City's Facade and fire Sprinkler System Design Program. Information can be found here.

Fort Morgan Business Incentives

Board Vacancy (Letters of Interest Request)

We are looking to fill the Vacancy on our Board of Directors. At this time, we are requesting letters of interest for the Vacancy. Please note, that the selected nominee would fill the remaining term of the vacant seat. Please send your letter of interest to brushchamberexecdir@gmail.com or drop it off at the Chamber office at 218 Clayton St. Please include a little info about yourself and why you are interested in being on the board of directors. Information for review of the Chamber organization is below and there for reference for your consideration. Thank you for your interest and consideration.

Organization Breakdown

Event/Meeting Dates

BrushAreaChamberof_BoardVacancyLetter_2025_February.pdf

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Chamber Event/Meeting Dates

See the below document for Event/Meeting Dates for the 2025 Calendar Year

EventDates-MeetingDates2025.pdf

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Chamber Luncheon June 18th at Noon

Join us June 18th for the Q2 Luncheon with Kid's at Their Best presenting their programs in youth. At Beet Street Coffee in Brush, CO. Don't miss it.

BrushChamberLuncheon_RSVPForms_Q2_2025_Form.pdf

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Member Appreciation!

Thank you for your continued support from Dairy Farmers of America. Dairy Farming. At Dairy Farmers of America, their proud to share the simple pleasures of real dairy straight from their family dairy farms.

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Thank you for your continued support from Aable Loan and Finance. More info about Aable Loan & Finance Co · Map · 214 Clayton St. Brush, CO 80723. Directions · (970) 842-2312. Call Now.

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Thank you for your continued support from Brush Church of the Nazarene. They meet together once a week on Sunday mornings. In addition, there are small groups that meet different days and times throughout the week. 

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Thank you for your continued support from Buildings By Design. Buildings By Design is your trusted partner in the world of general contracting. We specialize in turning your construction visions into tangible, real-world structures. With a dedicated team of experts, we’re here to help you bring your building projects to life.

Learn More

For more information on our members from the Chamber, be sure to check out our chamber directory page.

Brush! Chamber of Commerce Directory

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Business Seminars & Learning Opportunities

If you are interested in attending business events/info sessions, check the link below. Note, the Brush! Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation can cover up to $150 of direct learning session fees for members through our Training Reimbursement Program. Simply go to the training and fill out our reimbursement application here: LINK Note, funding is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Leveraging Emotional Intelligence for Success

Monday, June 23rd, 2025 | 12:00pm- 1:30 pm | In-Person @  The Block : Commissary Kitchen & Events ,19592 E 8th Ave, Fort Morgan, CO 80701| FREE

The term “Emotional Intelligence”is commonly recognized as a tool to achieve success in the workplace. But what is it? How does an individual know if they have it and how can it help in a professional setting? Based upon the book by Dr. Travis Bradberry and Dr. Jean Greaves, Emotional Intelligence 2.0, speaker Cynda Walter, breaks down the concepts into applicable insights for participants to use immediately in their work or personal environment.

 Financial Literacy Series (English)

• Dates: Mondays – June 2, 9, and 16

• Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• Location: Online via Zoom

 Serie de Alfabetización Financiera (Español)

• Fechas: Martes – 3, 10 y 17 de junio

• Hora: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• Ubicación: En línea por Zoom

See SBDC Events Here

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Member Flyers

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How do I get items included in this newsletter?

Contact the chamber director at executivedirector@brushchamber.org with information.

How to get an event on the Brush! Area Chamber Calendar?

Bring in event information to the Chamber or email event info to Office Administrator, Natalie, at brushchamberexecdir@gmail.com

How do I get involved with Chamber events/programs?

Contact the Brush! Area Chamber of Commerce at 970-842-2666 or email us at brushexecdir@gmail.com for more information.

Looking for Business Incentives in Brush?

Visit the Brush C.A.R.E.S. Program for Business Incentives through the City of Brush!

https://www.brushchamberofcommerce.org/foundation#brushcares

Do you have an educational opportunity you need funding for?

Check out our Scholarship/Training Reimbursement Program through our Foundation for Chamber Members https://www.brushchamberofcommerce.org/foundation#scholarship

Are you a Small Business in need of no-cost training?

Check out some free training from Small Business Development Corporations (SBDC's).

Training Event Information Here

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