About URGED

Supporting Business Growth & Community Development

Mission

Upper Rio Grande Economic Development’s mission is to serve as a communication hub, increase job opportunities, the population and tax base, and help Rio Grande County businesses.

Vision

Our vision is to make Rio Grande County and the western side of the San Luis Valley the most attractive Rocky Mountain destination with a vibrant rural economy. 

Our Team & Partners

The sum is greater than the parts.  Our collaborative spirit sets us apart.  We develop solutions through aligned efforts and regional partnerships.  In the San Luis Valley, you will find a group of professionals and economic development practitioners who intentionally collaborate.

Jason C. Medina

Jason C. Medina

Director San Luis Valley Small Business Development Center

610 State Ave., Suite 120
The Depot
Alamosa, CO 81101
Office: (719) 589 – 3682
Cell: (719) 480 – 5392
SAN LUIS VALLEY DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES GROUP

SAN LUIS VALLEY DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES GROUP

SLV Great Outdoors: Mick Daniel, Director
San Luis Valley Development Resources Group: Interim Executive Director: Anne Jones. Deputy Director: Sarah Stoeber. Business Loan Fund/Enterprise Zone: Marc Bellatoni.
610 State Street, Suite 200
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 589-6099

Other team members

Brian Lujan, Center Town Administrator

State Partners

Randi Snead, Regional Manager, Colorado Department of Local Affairs
Andrew Atchley, Housing Development Specialist, Colorado Department of Local Affairs

Our Services

As a 501(c)6 non-profit, we provide free business services and operate with the support of investor members and our communities. 

Marketing

Through all media, we promote our region to attract businesses and grow the tourism industry

Business Assist

URGED helps with site selection and coordinates with local and county zoning and planning departments. We provide sources for engineering, contractor services, utilities, transportation, financial assistance, and strategic partners.

Compile Data

URGED provides custom data and demographics reports to businesses, realtors, and our municipal governments

Business Support

We help businesses relocate, start and expand – identify financial incentives, grants, and workforce development and training programs in the creation of new jobs.

Community Development

To encourage place making we assist with infrastructure improvements and recreation ventures.

Our Board of Directors

Each member of the Board is a community leader, representing both the private and public sector. They oversee the URGED co-director consultants and hold a monthly meeting one week prior to the regular monthly membership breakfast meeting.

Meet the Board

  • Kathy Woods, Vice President; Director of Economic Development, City of Alamosa
  • Traci Holmes, Secretary/Treasurer; Senior Vice President, Del Norte Bank
  • Bernadette Martinez, Director; Town Administrator/Clerk, Town of Del Norte
  • Jennifer Alonzo, Director; Marketing/Sales Coordinator, San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative
  • Craig Barraclough, President; County Administrator, Rio Grande County
  • Gigi Dennis, Director; City Manager, City of Monte Vista
  • Martha Williamson, Director; District Ranger, Rio Grande National Forest

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