Archived Press Releases

The Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA) would like to introduce its 2021 Board Officers: Alicia Svaldi with Faustson Tool, President; Paul Duncan with Pie Consulting & Engineering, Vice President; and Julie Witecki with Swinerton Builders, Secretary/Treasurer. Additionally, AEDA welcomes the newly elected Board Members: Michael Frie with PBS Wealth Management Consultants, Jeremy Gregory with Olde …

On December 31, 2020, at 4 p.m., Jefferson County received approval from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) of our Five-Star Certification Program. Due to the recent announcement from Governor Jared Polis that all counties in Level Red will move to Level Orange effective Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, Jefferson County will be …

Jefferson County submitted the required application and letters of support to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) on Dec. 23 for the “5 star”certified business variance program that, if approved, will allow increased capacity for local businesses. For phase one of the Jefferson County Five-Star Certification Program, the emphasis will be on …

The Arvada Resiliency Task Force and the Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District (BID) announced today that to continue supporting local businesses in the COVID-19 recovery effort, the BID and the City of Arvada are transforming Olde Town into a holiday wonderland with continued street closures, outdoor activations and open container ordinances in effect. Plans …

The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) announces that the Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA) has once again been recognized as one of 68 economic development organizations accredited by IEDC as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). Originally accredited in 2013, the organization was reaccredited by IEDC following six successful years of activity as an AEDO …

The Olde Town Arvada Business Improvement District (BID) announced that to support local businesses in the COVID-19 recovery effort, the BID and the City of Arvada have extended street closures in Olde Town Arvada through March 31, 2021. “The Olde Town Arvada BID and the City of Arvada know it is critical to continue to …

The City of Arvada has announced a second round of support for the local business community and continued recovery from the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. An additional $1.5 million in funding is now available, bringing the total amount of support provided to local businesses to $4.3 million. This second round of support is …

The City of Arvada has announced additional support for the local business community and continued recovery from the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The City was able to support 286 businesses with grant funds that were fully converted from loans made earlier this year as part of the $2.5 million Emergency Small Business Loan …

The Arvada Resiliency Taskforce announced next steps in its proactive approach to helping businesses in the community thrive, following shutdowns during the  COVID-19 public health crisis, by announcing an Invest in Arvada campaign. “Our local businesses are the heart of our community and as we move towards recovery we want to recognize and encourage the …

The Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA) Board of Directors approved funding for the 50/50 matching grant program and is now accepting applications. Businesses and property owners may apply for the grant anytime during the open application period based on available funds. AEDA created the Exterior Improvements Grant Program to support existing Arvada businesses and property …