Legislation Details

File #: 26-414    Version: 1
Type: Presentation Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 7/30/2026 In control: Board of County Commissioners Study Session
On agenda: 10/26/2026 Final action:
Title: 2:00 PM *I-70 REAP Annual Update
Attachments: 1. Board Summary Report, 2. REAP Arapco Budget for 2027, 3. REAP Officer Report, 4. REAP Byers Drone Academy 2026

To:                                                               Board of County Commissioners

 

Through:                                          Michelle Halstead, Director, Commissioners’ Office

 

Prepared By:

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Kendra Davis, Management Analyst, Commissioners’ Office

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Presenter:                                          Kip Cheroutes, Executive Director, I-70 REAP

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Subject:

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2:00 PM *I-70 REAP Annual Update

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Purpose and Request:

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The purpose of this study session is to provide the Board with an annual update from their economic development partner, I-70 REAP.

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Alignment with Strategic Plan: Economic Resilience and Stability - Increase job opportunities and business development initiatives to sustain a strong local economy.                        

 

Background and Discussion: Each year, economic development partners that receive funding from the County provide an annual update that provides the Board with important information regarding their impact and needs.  

Similar to past years, partners were asked to provide information on the following items (as they are able in the time provided):

•                     Organizational Metrics

•                     Arapahoe County Impact

•                     Arapahoe County Collaboration

•                     Successes and Challenges

•                     Upcoming Events/Activities/Initiatives in Arapahoe County

•                     Future Priorities

 

Alternatives: N/A

 

Fiscal Impact: In 2026, I-70 REAP received $25,000.

 

Alignment with Strategic Implementation Strategies: N/A

 

Staff Recommendation: N/A

 

Concurrence: N/A