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Life in La Plata County Though set far from the bright lights of the big city, La Plata County enjoys contemporary amenities and a rich cultural history, as well as the cohesiveness and caring spirit traditional in rural communities. The county is considered “tri-ethnic,” embracing Native American, Latino and Anglo cultures. With Southern Ute Tribal lands stretching across a portion of the county, residents and visitors have the opportunity to participate in annual celebrations and festivals. With names such as Rio de las Animas, Escalante Crossing and Santa Rita Park, the region’s Hispanic heritage is well-documented, and the culture is celebrated with the arts and during annual festivals such as Fiesta Days and Cinco de Mayo. Fort Lewis College lends a spirit of progressiveness and youth to the fabric of the region, as student involvement and enthusiasm is woven throughout the community. On campus, the growing arts facilities host the acoustically perfect Community Concert Hall, the world renowned Center for Southwest Studies and the Arts Center, which showcases local as well as national artists. From locally roasted coffee beans and award-winning hand-crafted beer, to gourmet foods and farm-fresh produce, cheeses and meats, great food is a given in La Plata County. Unique dining establishments rival those of the big city. In season, the bustling farmers market is not only a source for fresh, natural and organic foods, but a community reunion as well. Durango’s historic downtown offers a “locals” experience to visitors, with independent retailers creating unique shopping and social opportunities. Durango embraces a growing arts community, showcasing the fine artists and photographers who have captured the essence of the region in their mediums. Music festivals of all types offer something for nearly everyone; from Music in the Mountains to the grassroots Bluegrass Meltdown, the hills are indeed alive with the sounds of music. Athletic endeavors are a natural part of the lifestyle, including downhill skiing and boarding activities at Purgatory, and the event that launched Durango’s reputation as a cycling mecca: The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. The Snowdown winter festivities, Durango Independent Film Festival, and even Bayfield’s Sheep Festival are just a sampling of the activities that add sparks to life in La Plata County.

POPULATION GROWTH ESTIMATES BY CITIES & TOWNS

La Plata County 52,388 55,589 1.24%Durango 17,146 18,465 1.54%Bayfield 2,433 2,687 2.09%Ignacio 711 730 .53%Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Colorado Demographers Office

The Climate La Plata County’s climate is considered ideal thanks to moderate temperatures and beautiful seasons. In summer, temperatures seldom climb above the high eighties and spring is characterized by afternoon showers, which bathe the land and stimulate verdant growth. Fall brings the promise of “Indian Summer” and clear, dry, cool days - perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Winters are generally mild, sunny and dry with seldom a day of temperatures even close to zero.

The Geography Located at 6,512 feet, Durango, Colorado, captures the best of the Rockies. The rugged and picturesque San Juan and La Plata Mountains form a breathtaking contrast to the crystal clear blue sky. The air is clean and fresh, as are the rivers - Animas, Florida, La Plata, and Los Piños - that have cut through the canyons and carved valleys in the vast mesas. Though the region enjoys plentiful snowfall, which blankets the ski slopes of Purgatory, the sun truly does shine nearly 300 days a year.

N estled in Southwestern Colorado, Durango is ideal for getting away from the major cities, while still able to access the necessities. Durango is situated near the “Four Corners,” the only spot in the United States where four states meet. The city of Durango is easily accessible by several highways and is not restricted by mountain passes to the west, south, and east. Durango is surrounded by the San Juan National Forest, which creates a backyard of more than 2 million acres of pine forests, aspen groves, lakes, streams, and spectacular views. The city itself takes up 4.37 square miles, while La Plata County is spread across 1700 square miles.

Average Annual Precipitation: 19.1 inches

Average Snowfall: 79 inches

MeanFreezeFreePeriod:99days

Elevation Above Sea Level: 6,512 feet

SolarIndex:85%ofthetimeinsunshine

DISTANCE & DRIVING TIME TO MAJOR CITIES

Phoenix, AZ 461 miles SW 8 hrs

Santa Fe, NM 216 miles SE 4 hrs

Salt Lake City, UT 413 mile NW 7 hrs

Albuquerque, NM215 miles SE 3.5 hrs

Colorado Springs, CO302 miles NE 5.5 hrs

Denver, CO 333 miles NE 6.5 hrs

DURANGO

January July

Mean (F) 25° 67°Average High Temp. 45° 83°Average Low Temp. 14° 46°

2012 2018 Ann. Avg % Change 2010-17


The region’s largest employers include healthcare & medical services, education, government, retail grocers and tourism. Employment is measured in a variety of ways, such as annual payroll, number of employees, plus full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. Total Personal Income within the county is more than solely employment income. Totals include other sources flowing into the county, such as transfer payments, dividends, interest and rent, and residency adjustments.

LA PLATA COUNTY POPULATION ESTIMATES

Median Age 38.4 Male 26,138Total Households 25,860 Female 25,19(Source: 2010 Demographic Profile)

Population La Plata County has experienced steady population growth. In recent decades, much of the growth has occurred in the unincorporated areas of the county, though effort is now being made to retain “open space.” Actual population growth has varied since the turn of the last century, tied primarily to the region’s economies of mining and oil & gas production. Since the early 1960’s, however, the growth of tourism and other non-seasonal industries has prompted stabilized growth. Between 2000 and 2010, La Plata County averaged 1.24% annual growth. Durango proper grew an average of 1.44%, with Bayfield experiencing a 6.88% growth. Ignacio’s population has declined slightly, but with the economic strength of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and increased enterprises, a return to growth is likely.

La Plata Intergrated Healthcare Axis Health SystemMercy Regional Medical CenterDurango School District 9-RFort Lewis CollegeTamarron Vacation RentalsWalmart SupercenterSky Ute Casino & ResortSouthwest Conservation CorpsColorado State UniversityRocky Mountain Chocolate Factory IncDurango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad & MuseumSouthwest Colorado Community CollegeFour Corners Health Care Center

LA PLATA COUNTY TOP EMPLOYERS (2018)

Employment & Income

2015 2025 2035

Population 55,920 71,627 85,261Avg. Ann. % Change N/A 2.3% 1.7%

Source: Colorado Demography Section - Oct. 2015 Forecasts by County 2010-2035.

# OF EMPLOYEES

2018 UNEMPLOYMENT

2018 Unemployment Rate

Archuleta 2.3%Dolores 2.1%La Plata 2.1%Montezuma 3.2%San Juan 1.7%Colorado 2.7%National 3.7%Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Median Household Income

Colorado $62,520 La Plata County $61,910Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis 2012-2016 5 year estimates

PER CAPITA INCOME COMPARISON

PCI 2016

USA $29,829 $55,322Colorado $33,230 $62,520Archuleta $28,649 $40,607Dolores $21,112 $32,240La Plata $32,953 $61,910Montezuma $22,738 $41,622San Juan $29,427 $41,250Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis

MedianHousehold Income

1,364897715508405400347330300280

275275220

Source: DatabaseUSA.com


City of Durango949 E. 2nd Ave. Durango, CO 81301(970) 375-5000www.durangogov.org

La Plata County1060 E. 2nd Ave.Durango CO 81301(970) 382-6200http://co.laplata.co.us

Designated a “Home Rule City,” Durango adopted its most recent charter in 1978 - an update of the original city charter and vision for Durango adopted in 1912. The 1978 charter was revised to encourage involvement from the citizenry, the authors adhering to the philosophy that when citizens actively participate in government, protection of the public interest is best insured.

City Government

For current job listings, visit the classified section of The Durango Herald newspaper at www.durangoherald.com or visit www.durangobusiness.org for job postings of our members.

Employment Agencies

The La Plata County economy is seasonal in nature, so that some sectors of the local economy vary during the course of the year. For this reason annual averages are presented here. To view detailed Labor Market information, visit the Colorado Workforce Commission website at www.coworkforce.com.

Composition of the Economy

EMPLOYMENT TRENDS 2013-2016

La Plata County Colorado State National

UNEMPLOYMENT TRENDS 2013 - 201610

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6

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SALES TAXState Sales Tax 2.9%County Sales Tax 2.0%Durango City Sales Tax 3.0%Total Durango Sales Tax 7.9%

CO. INCOME TAXPersonal 4.63%Corporate 4.63%

201320142015 2016

Total Labor Force 29,696 30,136 30,777 30,163Employed 28,014 28,861 29,467 28,597Unemployed 1,682 1,275 949 1,526Unemployment Rate 5.7% 4.2% 5.5% 3.4%CO Unemploy. Rate 6.5% 4.9% 3.8% 4.0%U.S. Unemploy. Rate 7.4% 6.2% 4.7% 5.0%ColoradoDepartmentofLabor

2013 2014 2015 2016

La Plata EconomicDevelopment Alliance2301 Main AveDurango, CO 81031(970) 259-1700www.yeslpc.comA public/private partnershiporganized for the purpose ofeconomic development inDurango & La Plata County.

SW Colorado SmallBusiness Develop. CenterFort Lewis College1000 Rim Drive140 Education Business HallDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-7009www.soba.fortlewis.edu/sbdc/Offers seminars & FREEconsulting for small businesses in Southwest Colorado.

Economic Development

NFIB Colorado1410 Grant C-107Denver, CO 80203(303) 860-1778www.nfib.com

Region 9 Economic Development135 Burnett Dr #1Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-9621www.scan.orgProvides programs to assist local communitieswith economic planning and implementation.

Number of La Plata County active registered: 37,977Democratic = 11,943 Republican = 10,828Unaffiliated = 14,368 Other = 838 Source: La Plata County Clerk & Recorder

Elwood Staffing3473 N. Main Ave #12Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-3131www.elwoodstaffing.com

Express EmploymentProfessionals321 S Camino Del RioDurango, CO 81303(970) 403-8780www.expresspros.com/durangoco/

SW CO. Workforce Center331 S. Camino del Rio #CDurango, CO 81303(970) 247-0308www.connectingcolorado.com

JRS Sage Ventures, LLCDurango, CO 81301(720) 799-5289www.patriceandassociates.comdenver-80218/


WAGE INDUSTRY TABLE LA PLATA COUNTY (2018)

Financial Institutions

Avg. EarningsPer Job

2018 Jobs2016-2018%Change

Description

GovernmentHealth Care and Social AssistanceAccommodation and Food ServicesRetail TradeConstructionProfessional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesArts, Entertainment, and RecreationFinance and InsuranceOther Services (except Public Administration)Administrative and Suport Waste Management and Remediation ServicesManufacturingTransportation and WarehousingWholesale TradeMining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas ExtractionReal Estate and Rental and LeasingInformationEducational ServicesUtilitiesAgriculture, Forestry, Fishing and HuntingManagement of Companies and EnterprisesUnclassified Industry

2%

6%

3%2%

(12%)

5%

7% (6%)

7%

(9%)

6%

3%1%

(12%)

2% (3%)6%2%

2%

68%Insf. Data

1%

6,020

3,661

3,4003,3002,396

1,126

972945

913

880

777

682572

499

465393243136

130

1010

27,611

$60,685

$59,497

$22,398$35,204$60,594

$75,305

$24,676$94,181

$30,850

$37,391

$51,275

$91,008$63,399

$136,039

$57,385$72,117$53,807$112,752

$27,867

$109,226$0

$53,733

Source: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

1st Southwest Bank600 E 2nd AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 375-1100www.fswb.com

Alpine Bank1099 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 375-7689www.alpinebank.com

Bank of Colorado1199 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-5151www.bankofcolorado.com

Bank of the San Juans144 E 8th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-1818www.banksanjuans.com

Community Banks of Colorado1701 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-0212www.cobnks.com

Four Corners CommunityBank2685 Main AveDurango, CO 81301970-259-0457www.TheBankForMe.com

TBK Bank, SSB259 W 9th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3020www.fnbdurango.com

Vectra Bank1201 Escalante DrDurango, CO 81303(970) 375-7440www.vectrabank.com

Wells Fargo Bank200 W College DrDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3242www.wellsfargo.com


Academy Mortgage835 E 2nd Ave, STE 400Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-2905www.academymortgage.com/markbowman

Arete Mortgage2855 Main Ave #A104Durango, CO 81301(970) 375-1111www.arete.us

Central Bank1201 Main Ave STE 101Durango, CO 81301(970) 375-2265

Cornerstone Home Lending, Inc.777 Main Ave, Ste 204Durango, CO 81301(970) 673-1356http://www.houseloan.com/durangoteam

Cornerstone Home Lending/Veniece Fagerlin777 Main Ave, STE 204Durango, CO 81301(970) 672-1356https://www.VatHouseLoan.com

Fairway Independent Mortgage170 E 12th St, STE 10Durango, CO 81301(970) 287-1450www.FairwayMortgageDurango.com

Guild Mortgage120 W 8th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 375-3201http://www.guildmortgage.com/officers/rhondayarbrough

Open Mortgage LLC275 Woodbridge LnDurango, CO 81301(970) 507-0467GeorgeJohnson.OpenMortgage.com

TBK Bank, SSB259 W 9th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3020

Waterstone MortgageChristal DyeDurango, CO 81301(970) 403-4946ChristalHomeLoans.com

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage200 W College Dr 2nd FloorDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-9351https://www.wfhm.com/loans/denise-finks/about.page

Guild Mortgage Company is an Equal Housing Lender; NMLS #3274. Rhonda Yarbrough NMLS #304574, Brad Cook NMLS #1282306.

Whether you’ve recently made the move to the Durango area, or are just considering it, we’re here to answer all your questions about buying a home here. We’re eager to help you put down roots!

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2018HomeSales(through3rdQuarter)CATEGORIES AVG. PRICE MEDIAN PRICE #SOLDIn-Town HomesDurango $545,942 $484,500 136Bayfield $319,000 $315,500 32Ignacio $205,000 $235,000 3

Country Homes (<35 acres and +35 acres) Durango $537,203 $480,000 260Bayfield $350,041 $333,000 104Ignacio $398,631 $349,000 21Vallecito $369,973 $315,000 33DMR $938,754 $790,000 21 Condos & Townhomes Durango $345,339 $322,500 179Bayfield $221,333 $215,000 3DMR $229,754 $175,000 75 Land (La Plata County Combined) Under 1 Acre $98,933 $110,975 42Under 10 Acres $91,015 $86,000 6010 to 34.99 Acres $183,600 $155,000 1535 Acres or More $261,557 $144,000 39Farm/Ranch $85,000 $132,500 10DMR $162,285 $75,000 21 Land (In Town) Durango $262,250 $142,500 21Bayfield $104,500 $69,000 8Ignacio $29,000 $29,000 1(Source:DurangoAreaAssociationofRealtors-2016AnnualData)

Mortgage Services


Alpenglow Properties, LLC101 W. 11th St. #108Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-1162http://www.WeSellDGO.com/

Coldwell Banker785 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-3333www.realestatedurango.com

Columbine Group, LLC#6 Ferringway CirDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-5986www.thecolumbinegroup.com

Durango Area Association ofRealtors125 E 32nd St #1Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-9604http://www.durangorealtor.com/

Durango Land and Homes528A Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 828-2222DurangoLandAndHomes.com

Exit Realty Home & Ranch1032 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3948www.ExitRealtyDurango.com

Horizon Properties of Durango275 County Rd 252Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-3700www.horizondurango.com

Keller Williams Realty Southwest Associates, LLC700 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3840www.kwdurangorealestate.com

Keller Williams Realty/Diane Purdy700 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-7777www.dianepurdy.com

Keller Williams Realty/Karen Overington700 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 749-8902www.dgorealestate.com

Legacy Properties West Sotheby’s International Realty743 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 624-0444www.legacypropertieswestsir.com

Plvan Real Estate LLC700 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 426-8066buyselldurangohomes.com

RE/MAX Pinnacle/Rigby’s111 W College DrDurango, CO 81301(970) 946-4975www.HomesInDurango.com

Rejoyce Real Estate Company800 Heartwood Ln #24Bayfield, CO 81122(970) 749-6120www.durangoexclusivebuyersagent.com

The Durango Team901 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 375-7014www.TheDurangoTeam.com

Wells Group of Durango, Inc.901 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-6680www.wellsgroupdurango.com

Realtors & Real Estate Companies

RealEstateAppraiser/LandServices

A Buyer’s Choice HomeInspections400 Fir DrDurango, CO 81301(970) 903-7280http://swcolorado.abuyerschoice.com

Allen & Associates1005 E 2nd AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-2255www.allendurango.com

DIDFPO Box 3850Durango, CO 81302(970) 426-7102

Highlands Holding CorporationP O Box 2327Durango, CO 81302(970) 259-9133www.EdgemontHighlands.com

Southwest Land Services, Inc.1099 Main Ave STE 211Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-2629www.southwestlandservices.com

Three Springs65 Mercado St STE 250Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-7770www.threespringsdurango.com

Twin Buttes of Durango690 Twin Buttes AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-3883www.twinbuttesofdurango.com


FeeneyArchitect1201 Main Ave Loft #201Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-7554www.FeeneyArchitect.com

PSTM Architecture andPlanning Inc.473 E 3rd AveDurango, CO 81301(815) 382-3737www.pstmarchitecture.com

Reynolds Ash + AssociatesArchitecture & Engineering1140 Main Ave, Ste BDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-7494www.ra-ae.com

RMBA Architects555 Rivergate Ln #B1-104Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-1078www.rmba-architects.com

Steve Gates Architect, LLC145 E College Dr, #10Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-0726http://www.stevegatesarchitect.com

Architects

Property Management & Housing ServicesAction Property Management Co.48 County Rd 250 STE 4Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-0134www.durangorealestaterentals.com

AREM Property Management, Inc1201 Main Ave STE 103Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-8299www.arempm.com

Durango Home and Yard6307 County Rd 240Durango, CO 81301-8414(970) 903-2592www.durangohomeandyard.com

Durango Property Management450 S Camino Del Rio #204Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-5612www.durangorentals.com

HomesFund (Non-Profit)124 E 9th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-1418www.homesfund.org

San Juan Services146 Sawyer Dr STE BDurango, CO 81303(970) 247-8703

Hillcrest Apartments1000 Goeglein Gulch Rd.

#1106Durango, CO 81301

(970) 247-2855durango-apartments.com

For current information about apartment rentals & availabilites, please visit

durangoherald.com

Apartments


Construction&RelatedAdvanced ConcreteSolutions, Inc.77 Parker AveDurango, CO 81303(970) 259-9252www.advancedconcrete.biz

AJ Road CompanyServing Southwest ColoradoDurango, CO 81303(970) 759-3033www.ajroadcompany.com

Aspen Design Studio725 E College Dr Unit ADurango, CO 81301(970) 385-8955www.adsdurango.com

Bob’s Johns, Inc.632 Dana LnBayfield, CO 81122(970) 247-4131www.bobsjohns.com

Bonds Construction LLC1065 Hwy 3Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-3600

Buena Vista Builders, Inc.125 Mercado St, STE 117Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-0962www.buenavistabuilders.net

C & J Gravel Products, Inc.27661 Hwy 160 EDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-4112www.candjgravel.com

Classique Builders954 E 2nd Ave #101Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-3333www.classiquebuilders.com

Closets Plus, Inc.190 Turner Dr Unit BDurango, CO 81303(970) 259-1845www.closetsplusdurango.com

Durango Glass408 E 8th AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-5112www.durangoglass.net

FCI Constructors, Inc.186 Moose LnDurango, CO 81303(970) 259-8644www.fciol.com

FeeneyArchitect1201 Main Ave Loft #201Durango, CO 81301-5161(970) 259-7554www.FeeneyArchitect.com

Four Corners Materials6699 County Rd 521Bayfield, CO 81122(970) 247-2172www.fourcornersmaterials.com

Honnen Equipment Co.16 Girard StDurango, CO 81303(970) 247-4460www.honnen.com

Jaynes Corporationof Colorado65 Mercado St, Ste 125Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-1831www.jaynescorp.com

Kogan Builders, Inc.109 W 11th StDurango, CO 81300(970) 259-0195www.koganbuilders.com

Mantell-HecathornBuilders Inc1309 E 3rd Ave, STE 101Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-5130www.m-hbuilders.com

Random Tasks, Inc.2433 County Road 141Durango, CO 81303(970) 769-3602

Sachs Construction, LLC182 Girard, Unit BDurango, CO 81303(970) 382-9565www.sachsconstruction.com

Skywalker Construction, LLC1020 E 4th AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 382-0041www.skywalkerconstruction.com

Summit Custom Homes of Durango1537 Florida Rd STE 107Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-8512www.summitcustomhomes.com

Veritas Fine Homes, Inc.1970 E 3rd Ave, Suite 101Durango, CO 81301(970) 422-3283www.veritasfinehomes.com

Will Construction, LLCP O Box 438Bayfield, CO 81122(970) 884-9830www.willconstruction.com

Remodel,Repairs &HomeImprovementsKogan Builders, Inc.110 W 11th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-0195www.koganbuilders.com

Mantell-HecathornBuilders Inc1309 E 3rd Ave, STE 101Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-5130www.m-hbuilders.com

Log HomesKogan Builders, Inc.110 W 11th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-0195www.koganbuilders.com

Lumber &BuildingMaterialsAlpine Lumber Co.63 Valle EscondidoDurango, CO 81303(970) 385-1855www.alpinelumber.com

Builders First Source602 Sawmill RdDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-0340www.bldr.com

Durango Wood Company577 CR 233Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-2088www.durangowoodcompany.com

Eagle Block Company16073 Hwy 550Durango, CO 81303(970) 247-3636www.eagleblock.com

Lewis Mercantile135 Burnett Dr STE 105Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-8487www.lewismercantile.com


Water, Sewer, Trash City of Durango949 E. 2nd AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 375-5000www.durangogov.org

Phoenix Recycling, LLCP.O. Box 2882Durango, CO 81302(970) 375-1300www.phoenixrecycling.com

Waste Management of Colorado258 Stewart StreetDurango, CO 81303(970) 247-8460

WCA Transit Waste203 Idaho StreetBloomfield, NM 87413(970) 247-0646www.wcawaste.com

Natural Gas &PropaneAtmos Energy107 Jameson DriveDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-3284www.atmosenergy.com

Basin Co-Op26103 Hwy 160Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-3066www.basincoop.com

ElectricityLa Plata Electric Association, Inc.45 Stewart StreetDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-5786www.lpea.coop

TelephoneCedar Networks954 E. 2nd Ave Ste 107Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-2500www.cedarnetworks.com

Verizon Wireless237 Northshore CirclePagosa Springs, CO 81447(970) 250-3233http://www.verizonwireless.com

Phone BooksDirectory Plus162 Stewart StDurango, CO 81303(970) 259-6500www.directoryplus.com RadioVarious AM and FM commercial stations make up the dy-namic Durango radio stations. Other stations are received within the county, including public radio

American General MediaAmerican General Media1911 N Main Ave STE 100Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-1240www.99xdurango.com

Four Corners Broadcasting190 Turner Dr STE GDurango, CO 81303(970) 259-4444www.radiodurango.com

KSUT Public Radio123 Capote DriveIgnacio, CO 81137(970) 563-0255www.ksut.org

Rock Solid Radio, IncP O Box 2502Durango, CO 81302(970) 259-1364(970) 259-1364

Internet/Telecom AlignTec, Inc.171 Suttle St STE CDurango, CO 81303(970) 375-2771http://www.aligntec.net/

Cedar Networks954 E. 2nd Ave Ste 107Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-2500www.cedarnetworks.com

FastTrack Communications, Inc.779 Tech Center Dr., Ste 200Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-3366www.fasttrackcomm.net

Hi Speed 4 U, Inc.788 CR 216Durango, CO 81303(970) 769-0777www.hispeed4u.com

SkyWerxs Industries, LLC2800 Cornerstone Dr #A5Pagosa Springs, CO 81147(970) 731-9790www.skywerx.com

Television & CableKOBF T.V.825 W BroadwayFarmington, NM 87401(505) 326-1141

KREZ-TV13 Broadcast Plaza SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104(800) 283-4227www.krqe.com

NewspapersDurango Herald1275 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3504www.durangoherald.com


Mark JastorffJoe LloydErnie Lau

Nick JohnsonAmanda Erickson

Keith BrantDurango Diplomats

Four Corners Community BanksMaynes Bradford Shipps Sheftel

Southwest ApplianceBasin Printing

Steve PeaseMarian Hamlen

Mountain Bike SpecialistsBusiness Improvement District

Paulette ChurchSandra Joyce Real Estate

Julie SchultzColorado Document Securities

Bob’s JohnsHalf Price Tees

O-Bar-O CabinsComfort KeepersTJ-5 Properties

SteamworksCooper’s Cabins

Tafoya Barrett and AssociatesHillcrest Golf Course

Mark SchwantesBear Paw Lodge

Frank Lockwood ProfessionalDevelopment

Shining Star CaregiversCasey Lynch CPA

Fran HartASAP Accounting

Alpine LumberTile & Light Art Of Durango

2180 DesignEagle Block

Advanced Concrete

CEOCONTRIBUTORS

A & L CoorsStoneAge Inc.

ImageNet Consulting

EXECUTIVECONTRIBUTORSDurango & Silverton

Narrow Gauge RailroadT L Roofing

DIRECTORCONTRIBUTORS

Peter MarshallChristi ZellerJack Llewellyn

Kent CurtisBank of The San Juans

Coldwell BankerJaynes CorpVectra Bank

Durango ElectricalCoca Cola

Wells GroupClassique Builders

SUPPORTINGCONTRIBUTORS

Amos CordovaJerry Martinez

Katharine RoserBob Dolphin

Beatle AbsheganPat Murphy

Sid ZinkSheri Rochford

Ed Zink

Internet/Telecom AlignTec, Inc.171 Suttle St STE CDurango, CO 81303(970) 375-2771http://www.aligntec.net/

Cedar Networks954 E. 2nd Ave Ste 107Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-2500www.cedarnetworks.com

FastTrack Communications, Inc.779 Tech Center Dr., Ste 200Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-3366www.fasttrackcomm.net

Hi Speed 4 U, Inc.788 CR 216Durango, CO 81303(970) 769-0777www.hispeed4u.com

SkyWerxs Industries, LLC2800 Cornerstone Dr #A5Pagosa Springs, CO 81147(970) 731-9790www.skywerx.com

Television & CableKOBF T.V.825 W BroadwayFarmington, NM 87401(505) 326-1141

KREZ-TV13 Broadcast Plaza SWAlbuquerque, NM 87104(800) 283-4227www.krqe.com

NewspapersDurango Herald1275 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-3504www.durangoherald.com

LEGACY CONTRIBUTORS

Come check out our new Chamber building located

at 2301 Main Avenue.

Special thanks to our builder, Frank Enea with

Classique Builders forkeeping the project

on time and on budget!

We’ve Moved!

Thanks to all of our generous contributors who

helped make this all possible. We couldn’t have done it

without you!


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Durango T or Local Transit Service runs buses and historic-style trolleys on scheduled and by-request routes. The trolleys run every 20 minutes along Main Avenue. Contact Durango Transit for schedules or more information: (970) 259-5438, or visit www.durangogov.org.

The Intermodal Transit Center located at 250 W. 8th Street is a regional hub for public transportation including Durango Transit, Ignacio Road Runner and Purgatory. Passenger amenities include: restrooms, information counters, passenger concourse, covered parking for bicycles and City Transit Offices.

NED OVEREND PARK

Burnett Dr

Rock P

oint Dr

Tech Center Dr

CommunityRecreation

Center

Fairgrounds

AnimasMuseum

To Trimble &Durango Mountain Resort,

Silverton & Ouray

To Cortez &Mesa Verde Nat’l Park

Fort LewisCollege

Chapman Ski Hill& Skating Rink

TrainStation

TrainMuseum

TransitCenter

PoliceStation

DurangoArts Center

DiscoveryMuseum

Bike &Foot Path

DurangoHigh School

PublicLibrary

To Hospital

Skate Park

To Vallecito Lake& Lemon Reservoir

Hillcrest Golf Course

To Bayfield, Ignacio,Pagosa Springs,

Farmington & Albuquerque

Wildlife Museum,Fish Hatchery

Center ofSW Studies

CommunityConcert Hall

San Juan Public Lands

Center

Welcome Center

To Airport

To Bar D Chuckwagon

Map of Durango

Animas River Trail (paved)

Trail System (dirt)

Playground

Durango Transit

Mountain Bike Trail

Historic Downtown

Tourism Information


The Durango/La Plata County airport, located 15 miles southeast of the City of Durango and accessed via State Hwy 172, is a publicly-owned commercial service and general aviation facility, operated jointly by the City of Durango and La Plata County. The 9,200 foot primary runway is lit and equipped with navigational aids, and can handle the majority of commercial-sized aircraft. Currently, United Express offers non-stop service to Denver. American Airlines offers a non-stop flight to Dallas/Fort Worth and Phoenix. Business and recreational travelers also enjoy private aircraft and charter service at Durango/La Plata with on-site, fixed-based operators. For additional information, visit www.flydurango.com.

Durango is served by motor carriers and delivery services from all geographic areas in the United States. Major markets in the Southwest and West coast areas enjoy closer, more convenient transport from Durango than from Denver and more amenable winter weather. Atlas Van Lines, RAC Transport, Airborne Express, UPS, FedEx and Kangaroo Express all have local offices.

The city of Durango offers a variety of options for public transportation through Durango Transit – or the “T” – which operates a variety of small buses and trolleys within the Durango municipal limits, including service to Downtown, Fort Lewis College, Mercy Regional Medical Center, west, and south Durango, and all buses are equipped with bike racks. The city also operates an on-demand transportation service for the elderly and disabled and offers a trolley service available along Main Avenue. Road Runner Transit is a service of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, operated by the Southern Ute Community Action Program, and based in Ignacio. Currently, there are 3 daily round-trips from Ignacio and Bayfield to Durango and Ignacio to Aztec. For additional information call (970) 563-4545 or visit www.sucap.org. Road Runner Transportation now operates Road Runner Stage Lines which offers daily service from Durango to Grand Junction and can offer connections nationwide via Greyhound Lines, Inc. Please see the website at www.roadrunnerstagelines.com or call (970) 553-0389 for information and tickets.

Air Service

CarRental&TaxiService Trucking & Delivery Service

Public Transportation

More Useful Phone NumbersDurango Public Library 1900 E. 3rd Ave(970) 375-3380www.durangopubliclibrary.org

Durango DMVOffice Location(Drivers Licenses)305 S. Camino Del Rio(970) 247-4591

Durango Fire/Rescue Authority142 Sheppard DriveDurango, CO 81303(970) 382-6000www.durangofirerescue.org

Durango Post Office 222 W. 8th Street(970) 247-3434

La Plata CountyVehicle Registration (Plates, Inspections, Titles)98 Everett Street, Suite A (970) 385-0240

La Plata Departmentof Human Services1060 E. 2nd AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 382-6151http://co.laplata.co.usgovernment/human_services

Social Security Office103 Sheppard Dr #120 Durango CO 81303 (888) 472-6115

Car rental services provided by Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, Budget and National are available at the Durango/La Plata County Airport. Animas Transportation & Durango Taxi provide an air-port shuttle as well as 24-hour taxi service.

http://www.flydurango.com


Schools & CollegesAnimas High SchoolP O Box 4414Durango, CO 81302(970) 247-2474www.animashighschool.com

Caregiver Learning Academy691 County Road 233, STE 2ADurango, CO 81301(970) 422-7040www.caregiverlearningacademy.com

Durango Adult Education Center701 Camino Del Rio STE 301Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-4354www.durangoadulted.org

Durango Montessori School1309 E 3rd Ave #6Durango, CO 81301(970) 769-3590www.durangomontessori.com

Durango School District 9-R201 E 12th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-5411www.durangoschools.org

DurangoLearnsPO Box 163Durango, CO 81302www.durangolearns.com

Fort Lewis College1000 Rim DrDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-7207www.fortlewis.edu

GOAL Academy High School2800 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(877) 776-4625http://www.goalac.org

Pueblo Community College Southwest2320 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-2000www.pueblocc.edu

Southwestern Colorado AreaHealth Education Center701 Camino del Rio, STE 316Durango, CO 81301(970) 426-4284www.swcahec.org

The Juniper School215 E 12th StDurango, CO 81301970-764-4185juniper.durangoschools.org

The Liberty School3107 Western AvenueDurango, CO 81303(970) 385-4834www.thelibertyschool.org

Education,Schools&Colleges Durango is home to FORT LEWIS COLLEGE, a selective four-year public liberal arts institution of almost 3,500 students, which offers 102 degree programs in the schools of Arts & Sciences, Education, and Business Administration. In addition to its educational mission, Fort Lewis College offers a wealth of service programs for the region, from Continuing Education Classes to business consultation to support for the arts and other organizations. FLC academics and NCAA Division II sports boast national and conference championships.

PUEBLO COMMUNITY COLLEGE SOUTHWEST, is a fully-accredited two-year college that provides open door admission. The philosophy of the college is that all who feel they have the ability to benefit and the motivation to succeed should have access to higher education. This access is further enhanced through affordable tuition and fees.

The DURANGO ADULT EDUCATION CENTER is a private, non-profit organization that has been dedicated to providing educational resources for adults, seniors and youth in Durango for 27 years. Through fundraising, grants and partnerships with other organizations, the Adult Education Center is able to provide affordable education services to the community.

DURANGO SCHOOL DISTRICT 9-R is Southwest Colo-rado’s largest school district with more than 4,500 students enrolled. The district offers a comprehensive, standards-based curriculum guided by the Board of Education’s Ends Policies. Because the board’s Ends policies reflect community values, district academic standards exceed standards mandated by the State of Colorado. The Colorado Department of Education recently identified Durango’s elementary reading program as one of the best in the state.

BAYFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT 10-JTR consists of one high school, one middle school and one elementary school with approximately 1,186 students. Bayfield School District has schools of excellence with a faculty that prides itself on hard work and relationships.

IGNACIO SCHOOL DISTRICT 11-JT consists of one high school, one junior high, one intermediate, and one elementary school with approximately 1,054 students. As a community partner, the Ignacio School District provides an engaging education for all students in a safe, positive and respectful environment.


Parks & Recreation

Active Seniors

The Durango/La Plata Senior Center2424 Main Avenue • Durango, CO 81301 • (970) 247-9136Provides activities and services for Durango-area seniors

http://co.laplata.co.us/departments_officials/human_services/senior_services

General Information (970) 382-6445

Activities Information(970) 382-6428

Center Transportation(970) 759-6309

Home Chore Services(970) 382-6429

Meals on Wheels(970) 382-6435

Veteran’s Service(970) 759-0117

Seniors Outdoorswww.seniorsoutdoors.org

(A social club providing organized year-roundoutdoor activities & related educational opportunities)

The City of Durango offers residents an ambitious and comprehensive recreation program with activities for every age group. More than 100 different programs are offered, ranging from alpine skiing to arts and crafts. The Parks and Recreation Department operates the Durango Community Recreation Center (970) 375-7300, Chapman Hill ski area and its ice and roller skating rink. It also offers outdoor activities at the Fort Lewis Recreational Complex, operates the Senior Center and the Mason Center. The city has 32 parks spread over more than 193 acres of developed park land. Most of the parks feature picnic facilities, playgrounds, skateboard facility, fishing areas, bicycle and foot trails, and open space. Several parks sit along the Animas River, including Whitewater Park, a popular area for kayak racing events known for its nation-wide competitions.

Durango is also known as a road and mountain biking Mecca. It is the home of the annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, site of the 1990 World Mountain Bike Championships, the 2001 World Cup and the 2012 USA Pro Cycling Challenge. Winter brings other outdoor activities from skiing and snowshoeing to snowmobiling. The region’s reputation for hiking and fly fishing has expanded to a year-round activity. For more information contact Durango Mountain Resort at (970) 247-9000, or the San Juan Mountains Association at (970) 385-1312. The art, music, and theater scene embraces dozens of galleries and community supported arts. For more information on upcoming performances at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, visit www.durangoconcerts.com. For more information regarding the local art community, contact the Durango Arts Center at (970) 259-2606 or visit www.durangoarts.org.

Home Health Care

Comfort Keepers691 CR 233, A-2Durango, CO 81301(970) 515-7055www.comfortkeepers.com/duran-goco

PASCO/ S.W., Inc543 E 2nd Ave, 1EDurango, CO 81301970-247-1211www.pascosw.com

Shining Star Caregivers, LLC84 Snowslide CourtDurango, CO 81301(970) 946-2932www.shiningstarcaregivers.com

Visiting Angels of Southwest Colorado125 E 32nd St STE 3Durango, CO 81301(970) 264-5991www.visitingangels.com/south-westcolorado

Retirement/AssistedLiving/Nursing Homes

Evenings Porch Assisted Living42811 Highway 160Bayfield, CO 81122(970) 884-0101http://eveningsporch.com

Four Corners HealthCare/ Junction Creek Rehab2911 Junction StDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-2215www.fourcornershealthcare.com

Sunshine Gardens SeniorCommunity25 Sunshine CourtDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-4090www.sgwseniors.com

Schools & CollegesAnimas High SchoolP O Box 4414Durango, CO 81302(970) 247-2474www.animashighschool.com

Caregiver Learning Academy691 County Road 233, STE 2ADurango, CO 81301(970) 422-7040www.caregiverlearningacademy.com

Durango Adult Education Center701 Camino Del Rio STE 301Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-4354www.durangoadulted.org

Durango Montessori School1309 E 3rd Ave #6Durango, CO 81301(970) 769-3590www.durangomontessori.com

Durango School District 9-R201 E 12th StDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-5411www.durangoschools.org

DurangoLearnsPO Box 163Durango, CO 81302www.durangolearns.com

Fort Lewis College1000 Rim DrDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-7207www.fortlewis.edu

GOAL Academy High School2800 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(877) 776-4625http://www.goalac.org

Pueblo Community College Southwest2320 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-2000www.pueblocc.edu

Southwestern Colorado AreaHealth Education Center701 Camino del Rio, STE 316Durango, CO 81301(970) 426-4284www.swcahec.org

The Juniper School215 E 12th StDurango, CO 81301970-764-4185juniper.durangoschools.org

The Liberty School3107 Western AvenueDurango, CO 81303(970) 385-4834www.thelibertyschool.org


Licensed as a general hospital by the State of Colorado, Animas Surgical Hospital opened in December 2004 and is the first physician-owned hospital in Colorado that focuses on surgical health care and diagnostic imaging. Our experts specialize in anesthesiology, ear/nose/throat, emergency medicine, gynecology, internal medicine, occupational medicine, neuro-spine services, ophthalmology, orthopedics, pain management, pediatric dentistry, plastic/reconstructive, podiatry, radiology, and urology.

With 82 beds (all private rooms), Mercy Regional Medical Center is the largest and most technologically advanced hospital in Southwest Colorado. More than 135 board-certified physicians on the hospital’s medical staff provide care in 35 medical specialties, including 24-hour walk-in emergency care, intensive care, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, cardiology, and more.

Animas Surgical Hospital575 Rivergate LaneDurango, CO 81301

(970) 247-3537www.animassurgical.com

Mercy RegionalMedical Center

1010 Three Springs Blvd.Durango, CO(970) 247-4311

www.mercydurango.org

Health Care

Health & WellnessAnimas Laser Therapy48 CR 250, STE 6Durango, CO 81301(970) 422-8510http://www.altdurango.com

Assertive Wellness Center, Inc.140 Rock Point DrDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-7577www.assertivewellness.com

Atlas Specific1800 E 3rd Ave STE 108Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-6803www.atlasspecific.com

Axis Health System185 Suttle StDurango, CO 81303(970) 335-2219www.axishealthsystem.org

Cryo Med Spa - Durango1800 E 3rd Ave STE 101Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-4113www.cryomedspadurango.com

Durango VA Clinic1970 E 3rd Ave, Ste 102Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-2214

Eperture LLC679 E 2nd Ave, Unit 10Durango, CO 81301(970) 880-2712www.eperture.net

Healing Touch of Durango48 County Rd 250, STE 7Durango, CO 81301(970) 749-1673www.healingtouchofdurango.com

Hozhoni Health Services LLC46 Danielle CirDurango, CO 81301(970) 759-5485www.BarefootOrthotic.com

LifeCycle Therapeutics MassageTherapy, LLC1065 Main Ave, STE 204Durango, CO 81301(970) 403-2627http://www.colorado-massage-therapy.com

Livingston Hearing Aid Center1185 S Camino Del Rio #170Durango, CO 81303(970) 403-8475www.LHAC.com

Mountain View FamilyHealthCare100 Jenkins Ranch Rd STE DDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-1770www.mountainviewtlc.com

Pamela Hatten RN Med Spa3600 Main Ave STE BDurango, CO 81301(970) 799-6999http://pamelahattenrn.com/

Pathfinder Chiropractic305 S Camino Del Rio, STE SDurango, CO 81303(970) 422-1766www.pathfinderchiropractic.com

Pura Vida Natural Healthcare160 E 12th St STE 1Durango, CO 81301(970) 759-1293www.puravidahealthcare.com

Rivergate Pharmacy &Compounding Center575 Rivergate Ln #111Durango, CO 81301(970) 375-7711www.rivergatepharmacy.com

Southwest Midwives#1 Mercado St STE 145Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-5543www.southwestmidwives.com

SRA Pain & Laser Centers OA1401 Main Ave Suite ADurango, CO 81301(970) 844-0657http://sralaser.org

Take Shape For Life/Juice Plus10676 HWY 151Ignacio, CO 81137(970) 749-1747www.louetta.juiceplus.com

The Bloom Spot163 E 10th StreetDurango, CO 81301970-658-3452www.thebloomspotdurango.com

Thrive Chiropractic Studio202 W 22nd StDurango, CO 81301(970) 259-0968http://www.ThriveChiro.com

Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Spring6475 County Rd 203Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-0111www.trimblehotsprings.com

Yoga Pam47 Mid Iron CourtDurango, CO 81301(415) 722-4003


Physical TherapistAbsolute Physical Therapy & Wellness277 E 8th AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 764-4094https://www.absoluteptwell.com/

Advantage Physical Therapy &Wellness P.C.3600 Main Ave STE ADurango, CO 81301(970) 259-7829www.advantageptwellness.com

Pathways Physical Therapy &Holistic Health2243 Main Ave STE 1BDurango, CO 81301(970) 985-2416www.PathwaysDurango.com

Peak Physical Therapy of Durango, LLC129 County Rd 250Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-9366www.peakptdurango.com

Sunrise Physical Therapy, LLC100 Jenkins Ranch Rd STE E5Durango, CO 81301(970) 749-5308www.sunrisephysicaltherapy.com

Tomsic Physical Therapy575 Rivergate Ln STE 97Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-0574www.tomsicpt.com

Advanced Eyecare1165 S Camino Del Rio #100Durango, CO 81303(970) 247-8762www.eyecaredurango.com

Four Corners Eye Clinic575 Rivergate Ln STE 212Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-2202www.fourcornerseye.com

High Country Optical450 S Camino Del Rio STE 101Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-3613

Southwest RetinaConsultants270 E 8th Ave STE N-101Durango, CO 81301(970) 828-2200www.swretinaconsultants.com

A Smile By Design3057 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-5874www.asmile-bydesign.com

Dental Associates of the SW801 Florida Rd STE 2Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-0113www.DentalAssociatesSW.com

Durango Kids Pediatric Dentistry575 Rivergate Ln STE 98Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-0600www.durangokids.com

Four Corners Oral &Maxillofacial Surgery72 Suttle St Unit EDurango, CO 81301(970) 385-5432

John A Rothchild DDS, PC175 Mercado Street STE 115Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-7780www.holisticdentistrydurango.com

Oak Family Dentistry450 S Camino Del Rio STE 207Durango, CO 81301(970) 385-7350www.oakfamilydentistry.com

Twin Buttes Dental125 County Rd 250Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-0682www.twinbuttesdental.com

Vaughn Johnson DDS MS Orthodontics801 Florida Rd #1Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-3330www.vaughnjohnsonortho.com

Dentists & Dental Care

Eye Care

Animas Foot and Ankle575 Rivergate Ln, STE 105Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-3154www.animasfootandankle.com

Durango Dermatology523-B S Camino Del RioDurango, CO 81303(970) 247-1970www.durangodermatology.com

Durango Urgent Care2577 Main AveDurango, CO 81301(970) 247-8382www.durangourgentcare.com

Four Corners OB/GYN1 Mercado St STE 105Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-8800http://www.4cobgyn.com

Southwest Retina Consultants270 E 8th Ave STE N-101Durango, CO 81301(970) 828-2200www.swretinaconsultants.com

Southwest Women’s HealthAssociates575 Rivergate Ln STE 210Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-0042http://www.southwestwomenshealth.com/

Spine Colorado1 Mercado St STE 200Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-9500www.spinecolorado.com

Whole Health Family Medicine Clinic555 Rivergate Ln STE B1-102Durango, CO 81301(970) 259-1971http://www.wholehealthfamilymedicine.com/

Physicians & Surgeons


Grocery Stores

Albertsons LLC311 W College Dr

Durango, CO 81301(970) 382-2224

City Market#6 Town Plaza

Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-4475

Jack’s Meats. Poultry. Seafood.300 S Camino del RioDurango, CO 81301

(970) 247-1988

Nature’s Oasis300 S Camino Del RioDurango, CO 81301

(970) 247-1988www.naturesoasismarket.com

PJ’s Gourmet Market67 Trimble Crossing Dr- A

Durango, CO 81301(970) 247-0100

Wal-Mart Supercenter1155 S Camino Del Rio

Durango, CO 81303(970) 259-8755

www.walmart.com

Shopping From children’s boutiques and fashion chic, to kitchen gadgets and outdoor provisions, Durango’s shopping scene is a proverbial treasure trove of gifts and distinct merchandise. Durango area retailers offer over 500 stores with the fun-filled prospects for finding “just the right thing” for every friend, family member and adventure you can dream of. The Durango Mall, Main Avenue Mall and Historic Downtown Durango are a few of the destination shopping spots for locals and tourists.


About the Durango Chamber of Commerce The Durango Chamber of Commerce is a member based organization that promotes and supports the local business community. With more than 800 members, the Durango Chamber of Commerce acts as a resource of information for its members, the community, and relocation inquirers. It

communicates business related issues and advocates on the behalf of its members. The chamber operates networking and educational programs all for the sake of building a stronger community and a greater quality of life.

LeadershipLaPlata Leadership La Plata is the leadership skills and broad based community education arm of the Durango Chamber of Commerce. Each year, 18 diverse, civic minded and active community members from throughout the county are selected to participate in this influential program.

Durango Area Diplomats The Durango Area Diplomats are the goodwill ambassadors for the Chamber of Commerce and the Durango community as a whole. The Diplomats provide a volunteer base for the community, assist with ribbon cuttings to celebrate grand openings and other special events throughout the year.

YPODS(Young Professionals of Durango) The Young Professionals of Durango is the newest program of the Durango Chamber of Commerce and its goal is to target young professionals (ages 21-39) in the early stages of their career and offer them professional and social connections within the community as well as a forum for them to voice their opinions.

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