Center Community Page

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Welcome to the Center Community Page!

¡Bienvenido a la página de la comunidad de Center! Si prefiere leer en español, haga clic en el botón "Translate this page" en la esquina superior derecha de la página y seleccione español

This is your place to interact and engage with your community and all of the exciting projects going on! Below are some of the projects in the works right now and into the future. Then interact with the activities on the page to inform real change in your community!



Town of Center Projects Over the Years

  • Center Online Presence Workshops - 2018

  • Center Challenge Program Participation - 2019

  • Lights on Center Event - 2019

  • American Planning Association Action Team - 2021

  • Solstice Event Organization - 2021

  • San Luis Valley Housing Assessment - 2021

  • HUD Grant + Mass Design workshops - 2022

  • Outlining the Opportunity - 2023

  • Engaging Private Sector - 2023

  • Urban Renewal Authority Formation - 2024

  • More Housing Now Grant + Developer Engagement - 2025

  • Local Planning Capacity Grant - 2025


Partnerships:

  • DOWNTOWN COLORADO INC: To lead and organize efforts for community and economic development including coordinating consultants, grants, and community engagement
  • COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY: To support local place-making and entrepreneurship efforts, including activation and beautification
  • PIONEER DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, PAUL BENEDETTI, AND NORTHLAND PUBLIC FINANCE: To support the formation of the Urban Renewal Authority which will help the town shape development to match the community's vision
  • SAN LUIS VALLEY HOUSING COALITION: To conduct a valley-wide and local study to determine housing needs
  • ACTIONLAB 360: To support the development of youth entrepreneurship and civic engagement
  • DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS: Providing grant programs like More Housing Now and Local Planning Capacity that really make these projects possible

  • And many others!


Welcome to the Center Community Page!

¡Bienvenido a la página de la comunidad de Center! Si prefiere leer en español, haga clic en el botón "Translate this page" en la esquina superior derecha de la página y seleccione español

This is your place to interact and engage with your community and all of the exciting projects going on! Below are some of the projects in the works right now and into the future. Then interact with the activities on the page to inform real change in your community!



Town of Center Projects Over the Years

  • Center Online Presence Workshops - 2018

  • Center Challenge Program Participation - 2019

  • Lights on Center Event - 2019

  • American Planning Association Action Team - 2021

  • Solstice Event Organization - 2021

  • San Luis Valley Housing Assessment - 2021

  • HUD Grant + Mass Design workshops - 2022

  • Outlining the Opportunity - 2023

  • Engaging Private Sector - 2023

  • Urban Renewal Authority Formation - 2024

  • More Housing Now Grant + Developer Engagement - 2025

  • Local Planning Capacity Grant - 2025


Partnerships:

  • DOWNTOWN COLORADO INC: To lead and organize efforts for community and economic development including coordinating consultants, grants, and community engagement
  • COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY: To support local place-making and entrepreneurship efforts, including activation and beautification
  • PIONEER DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, PAUL BENEDETTI, AND NORTHLAND PUBLIC FINANCE: To support the formation of the Urban Renewal Authority which will help the town shape development to match the community's vision
  • SAN LUIS VALLEY HOUSING COALITION: To conduct a valley-wide and local study to determine housing needs
  • ACTIONLAB 360: To support the development of youth entrepreneurship and civic engagement
  • DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS: Providing grant programs like More Housing Now and Local Planning Capacity that really make these projects possible

  • And many others!


  • Mountain Valley Transit Converts to On-Demand Service

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    Service Announcement
    Effective Date: November 3, 2025

    Mountain Valley Transit will be transitioning from route based to on demand.

    How will this benefit you?

    • Door to door service
    • More flexibility
    • Less time spent in vehicle during transit

    One call is all! To schedule your ride, contact dispatch at 719-530-8980.

    Important!

    You must have your transportation scheduled the previous business day prior to service.
    No same day service!

  • Center Colorado Celebrates Dia De Muertos

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    Join the Center community on November 8th for a celebration of Dia De Muertos! Visit the Community Altars displayed by Hands on Center (@ 377 Worth Street), and join in the festivities including Traditional Dance, Street Vendors, and Art Exhibitions.

    Additionally, visit Hands on Center November 2nd for a showing of the Art Gallery & Community Altars

  • Hands on Center Art Gallery Open Hours - Dia De Muertos Show

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    Come visit Hands on Center's Dia De Muertos show between October 22nd & November 1st! View art submitted by local artists, as well as Community Altars created by your friends and neighbors in the SLV. Doors are open daily from 1-4pm.

    ¡Ven a visitar la exposición del Día de Muertos del Hands on Center entre el 22 de octubre y el 1 de noviembre! Observa el arte presentado por artistas locales, así como los altares comunitarios creados por tus amigos y vecinos en el SLV. Las puertas están abiertas todos los días de 1 a 4 p.m.

  • Center Schools Trunk & Treat

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    Join the students and faculty of the Center School District for a Trunk or Treat / Dia De Los Muertos celebration on October 30th, from 5:30-7:30 PM

    Trunk-or-Treat begins at 5:30pm in the Center High School parking lot. Dinner and entertainment will follow in the school cafeteria at 6:30pm. Cost is $5 per adult, $3 for a student, and $1 for a CVYC student.

    El Tronco-o-Golosina comienza a las 5:30 pm en el estacionamiento de Center High School. La cena y el entretenimiento continuarán en la cafetería de la escuela a las 6:30 pm. El costo es de $5 por adulto, $3 por estudiante y $1 por estudiante de CVYC.

  • Small Business Assistance Opportunities from 1st Southwest Community Fund

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    Check out these programs for small business owners, startup founders, and those with an idea for a business from from the 1st Southwest Community Fund.

    Spring Workshops: Such as Budgeting to Create a Profit in Today's Economy, Work from Home 101

    The Rural Women-Led Business Fund: Education, Technical Assistance, and loans from $10,000 - $75,000

    Fortaleza Fund: Funding and education for immigrant entrepreneurs, $10,000 - $50,000

    Additional Loan Funds: Food Truck Loan Fund, Construction Capital Fund, Innovate Onwards, and more...



Page last updated: 28 Oct 2025, 09:34 AM