Brush! Chamber May Newsletter
- MaKyle Mares
- May 16
- 6 min read
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.
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! 🎇
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.
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 initiation project is slated to begin on June 2nd
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.
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.).
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.
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.
Chamber Event/Meeting Dates
See the below document for Event/Meeting Dates for the 2025 Calendar Year
Member Appreciation!
Thank you for your continued support from Air Med Care. When lives and limbs are at stake, time is everything. That’s why AirMedCare Network’s alliance of dedicated emergency medical transport partners stands ready to help in critical situations. When requested by healthcare professionals, our caring and experienced crews can arrive at the scene quickly and transport patients to the closest appropriate medical facilities. We’re America’s largest air ambulance membership network—and growing! And, while AMCN deploys when called to help all those in need, there are many benefits to membership. Find out more below.
Thank you for your continued support from Impressions By Bird. They are a Commercial Print Shop located in downtown Fort Morgan, Colorado. Having been in business for over 30 years, let them help you with your printing/copying, and promotional products needs. They print a wide variety of invitations and have a wide selection of DIY paper, cardstock and envelopes.
Thank you for your continued support from Elektrafi. ElektraFi uses new fixed wireless technology to build a better network for Rural America. We focused on addressing the issues our current providers have and seem to never want to change. We focus on customer service and high-quality connections. We eliminate network congestion by providing individual connections straight to you so you never share bandwidth! High speed means nothing without a reliable, high-quality individual connection. This was not possible before! Now, with new fixed wireless technology, big city internet for Rural America is here!
Thank you for your continued support from Brush Family Dentistry. They strive to treat every patient like a member of our family. Explaining all treatment options so patients understand them is important to us. They are continuously learning about new advances and technology in dentistry, and we are committed to providing a superior value to our patients.
For more information on our members from the Chamber, be sure to check out our chamber directory page.
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.
Member Flyers
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).
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