2023 Broomfield Area Chamber Guide

BROOMFIELD AREA

ABOUT THE BROOMFIELD CHAMBER

A HISTORY OF BROOMFIELD

THE BROOMFIELD BUSINESS COMMUNITY

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BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER BENEFITS & PROGRAMS

BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER

AWARD WINNERS

A HISTORY OF BROOMFIELD ABOUT BROOMFIELD

THE BROOMFIELD BUSINESS COMMUNITY

BROOMFIELD’S RICH ARTS & CULTURAL PRESENCE IS A FOUNDING VALUE THAT PERSISTS TODAY

SUMMER RECREATION IN BROOMFIELD

FROM THE CHAMBER PRESIDENT

FROM THE EDITOR & PUBLISHER

BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER GUIDE CONTRIBUTORS

BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER SIGNATURE EVENTS

MEET THE BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER TEAM GET INVOLVED

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Pat Monacelli President and CEO Broomfield Area Chamber

Where Business Meets Community

Back in early 1961, just a few months after the Broomfield Chamber of Commerce was born, the Chamber held a contest to choose its first slogan. The winning entry came from resident Phil Reines, who won the contest with “Broomfield: Today’s Community of Tomorrow.”

Fast forward 63 years, and Broomfield really has fulfilled the promise of that slogan. What started as a farming and ranching community has transformed into a modern city with a diverse economy. Broomfield touts major employers like Oracle, Ball Corporation, Crocs, and Hunter Douglas, as well as a growing number of startups and small businesses. Broomfield is a city that’s always on the move.

In addition to a prospering business community, Broomfield is rich in stunning natural beauty. We are home to an expansive, interconnected parks and trails system, and we’re the gateway to the gorgeous Rocky Mountains. We’re also home to a number of high-quality restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues, as well as a variety of recreational facilities, including golf courses, swimming pools, and sports fields.

At the Broomfield Area Chamber, we work every day to help Broomfield be warm and welcoming to residents and businesses. We like to say that we’re “where business meets community.” We help local businesses grow and prosper. We connect the business community to potential customers, as well as connecting both to the nonprofit community. We also advocate on behalf of our business community; working to make sure that the interests of our businesses are represented to our local and state leaders.

It’s our hope that the 2023 Broomfield Area Chamber Guide will help you discover, or re-discover, everything this wonderful community has to offer. From our rich history and vibrant amenities to our unique features and business community.

Enjoy!

Pat Monacelli President and CEO - Broomfield Area Chamber

FROM THE EDITOR & PUBLISHER

Our Chamber

The Broomfield Area Chamber of Commerce was founded and first opened its doors more than 60 years ago. The date is significant, in Broomfield’s history, and in fact, in my own family’s.

The first ever recorded “organization of businesses” has roots in France dating back to 1599. In the United States, the New York Chamber of Commerce was the first Chamber founded in 1768, with dozens of others forming in the immediate years after, and now counting more than 5000 strong across the United States.

Tina Eichner Editor and Publisher Our Broomfield™ Magazine

The Broomfield Area Chamber of Commerce came to be around the same time as the City of Broomfield itself. The year was 1961. That same year, my grandfather became a businessman in Broomfield operating the town’s only hotel at the time, which had an adjoining Italian restaurant, also run by my grandparents. And we have found records showing his involvement in the early days of Broomfield’s Chamber.

These early roots led to my parents making their home here with their young family in the early 1970s when my father was working in Boulder at IBM. The Broomfield “bedroom community” seemed the perfect place to settle and raise a family. Years later, having also raised a family here, I agree that it was a great call.

There is so much about Broomfield that makes it highly desirable, each quality elegantly looping back to one word: community. Our schools, non-profits, recreation programs, religious organizations, City and County organizations end-to-end, neighborhoods, and of course businesses, are each a critical part of the fabric of our Broomfield community. All of those things together plus you and me!

And my husband Pat and I are proud to have grown up here and stayed, and now to be a part of the Broomfield business community as the owners and publishers of Our Broomfield Magazine. It is a privilege to bring community news, information, and events to every Broomfield home each month, and an honor to work alongside other Broomfield businesses, in mutual support. The Broomfield Area Chamber is a critical part of the equation with robust programs, services, and events designed to strengthen, support, and advocate for members and the larger overall local business community.

We value both our relationship with the Chamber team and with each of you who live and work in our wonderful community! Thank you to Pat and the entire Chamber staff and board for trusting us to produce this Guide for you, and thank you as well to everyone who supported this publication! Please remember these members and advertisers as you seek out products and services in Broomfield in the year to come!

In community,

Tina Eichner, Editor and Publisher

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Pat Monacelli

Andrea Warren

Jordan Meadows

Lauren Finamore

The city of Broomfield is an incredible place for family-owned business. The support from the community and local council has made it possible to fulfill our lifelong dreams of owning a business and raising a family in the same community.”

Mari Ann James Park Wine and Spirits

BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER SIGNATURE EVENTS

2023 /2024 EVENT CALENDAR

FEBRUARY

The Chamber Annual Meeting is designed to share community information with local industry leaders over breakfast. Highlights of this event have included a State of the Chamber presentation by the CEO, a State of the City presentation by the Broomfield Mayor, and a conversation about opportunities and challenges in the Broomfield-area business community with local leaders.

The Broomfield Business Award Ceremony and Gala is hosted by the Broomfield Chamber every February to award the hard work, community impact, and achievements of local business. Each year the event committee picks a theme (Back to the Future, Western, Mardi Gras etc.) to make each year a unique and fun way to celebrate our members. Amenities include; themed dishes created by local Broomfield Chefs, signature cocktails, casino games, music, and an awards ceremony.

MARCH

Broomfield Women’s Annual Event is held annually as a celebration of women’s history month. The event is dedicated to local Women in Business, and includes a casual luncheon, business expo, networking, and entertainment.

JULY

The Great American Picnic is a community event held annually on the 4th of July, and is sponsored by the City and County of Broomfield. Thousands of people gather to celebrate our national holiday with family and friends at the Broomfield County Commons Park. A Beer Garden for adults is coordinated by the Broomfield Area Chamber. The evening culminates with a spectacular fireworks display at dusk.

The Taste of Broomfield is a chance to enjoy bite-sized dishes prepared by an all-star lineup of talent from Broomfield area restaurants serving up tasty attractions that reflect their signature style. Local breweries and distilleries will offer tastings as well.  Join your friends and neighbors for an evening to remember!

SEPTEMBER

Broomfield Days is the biggest community event of the year, drawing upwards of 30,000 people to Midway Park. The celebration is packed with activities including the Chamber Trade Fair, two beer gardens, the Mayor’s 5K race, a parade, food and beverage booths, three stages of entertainment, and much more. The Chamber sponsors the Beer Garden at the event and has nearly 100 vendor booths available to both members and non-members, with member booths available at deeply discounted costs.

OCTOBER

The Annual Chamber Cornhole Tournament is paired with our annual Membership Appreciation Picnic. This free event is for all Chamber members and their families. There will be food, fun, and activities for the kids.

The Chamber TopGolf Tournament is the Broomfield Chamber’s twist on the traditional golf tournament, held at Chamber Member TopGolf Thornton. This unique playing style and scoring system makes it an exciting and fun event for experienced golfers and beginners alike. There are multiple opportunities for local businesses and individuals to showcase themselves and their support of the local business community.

Broomfield Leadership is a bi-weekly education series where participants meet local government officials, City and County Staff, tour nonprofits and for profits, and learn ways to engage with your community.

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BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER SIGNATURE EVENTS

Recurring Events and Networking Opportunities

2023/2024

Business After Hours (BAH) is every third Wednesday of the month from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This casual networking event is hosted by businesses to showcase their space. Special Giveaways, beverages, and food provided!

Pints with Pat is a casual happy hour with Chamber President and CEO, Patrick Monacelli, held every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. The gathering is open to members and non-members. There is no charge to attend, and pre-registration is not required.  Come reconnect with colleagues or make new friends, network, and start your weekend right!

3C is Coffee and Conversations with the Chamber. Casual coffee meetup with CEO Patrick Monacelli, for conversations on economic development, community engagement, and the benefits of caffeine.

Broomfield Leads Groups are designed to generate business opportunities by providing a structured environment where members can pass qualified sales leads to each other. Group members from non-competing businesses meet once a week to network, share leads and referrals, as well as to share sales ideas and professional advice.

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MEET THE BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER TEAM

CHAMBER STAFF:

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Pat Monacelli President & CEO

Dayna Scott Broomfield FISH – Board Member

Andrea Warren Events & Programs Director

Lauren Finamore Marketing Specialist

Jordan Meadows Membership Director

John Waters Your Castle Real Estate – Board Chair

Ken Witherell Hunter Douglas – Board Member

Christan Parkin AdventHealth Avista – Board Member

Seth Patterson Patterson & Company LLC – Treasurer

Kim Da Silva Community Food Share – Secretary

Christina Alderson Polaris Apartments – Vice Chair

Cindy Hart Residence Inn – Vice Chair

Molly Davis Oracle – Board Member

Al Manzi Broomfield Enterprise – Board Member

Stephanie Benintendi Children’s Hospital Colorado – Board Member

Cyna Milinazzo Liberty Communications – Board Member

Cathy Davis UC Health – Board Member

Brian Blehm United Power – Board Member

David Frieder EAT! Food & Drink – Board Member

MEET THE BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER TEAM

AMBASSADORS:

Hope Davis Country Financial

James Ramey Farmers Insurance

Justin Schierkolk Broomfield Lifestyle Magazine

Karina Hall Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe

Jeff Romine City & County of Broomfield - Ex officio

Robbin Merta RE/MAX Elevate

Sharon Lage Keller Williams Urban Elite

Alan Teague LogoStuff

Tammy Degenhart Our Broomfield Magazine

Alex Tempest-Mitchell Ent Credit Union

Heidi Henkel Broomfield City Council - El officio

Anne Elliot Kiwanis Club of Broomfield North Metro

Lynn Hurst LegalShield & IDShield

Michael Plaia Farmers Insurance – Michael Plaia Agency

Mike Martinez Best Option Restoration

James Jacobsen Edward Jones

Blake Kennedy Blue Federal Credit Union

Daniel Rosseau OnPoint Media and Communications

Daniel Whitaker Liberty Communications

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BROOMFIELD AREA CHAMBER BENEFITS & PROGRAMS

Since 1960, The Broomfield Area Chamber has been serving the Broomfield-area business community by supporting and advocating for local businesses. The Chamber provides many networking and education opportunities, business referrals, connections, leadership development opportunities, and more. It’s the most cost effective, lowest risk marketing you can engage in for your business or organization and helps to create a stronger local business community at the same time.

Member Benefits Include:

• Business referrals from Chamber Office

• Warm introductions to member businesses and government officials from Chamber Office

• New Member listing on Chamber website and social media

• FREE Ribbon Cutting ceremony (up to once per membership year) to raise community awareness about your organization

• FREE Member Spotlight video posting on Chamber social media pages (2 – 3 minute video)

• FREE Certificates of Origin for international trade ($75 value)

• FREE registration to Chamber U Orientation and your first Business After Hours networking event

• Special member-only pricing on all Business After Hours and Signature Events

• FREE Booth at Taste of Broomfield for food and drink vendors and non-profits ($350 value)

• Significant booth discounts and early-bird sign up for the Annual Broomfield Days event

• Opportunity to host networking events & education seminars

• Opportunity to join Chamber Leads Groups and other networking programs

• Opportunity to join Broomfield Chamber Ambassadors program and Young Professionals program

• Discounts on advertising through different member businesses

• Discount on Constant Contact services

• Discount on merchant processing

• And MUCH MORE!

The Chamber has many programs in place to meet the needs of our membership and communities.

The Chamber Ambassador Program:

The Ambassadors serve as the volunteer “feet on the ground” for the Chamber. This group of Chamber members promotes the Chamber throughout the area, to both current members and prospective members. Ambassadors receive direct access to members through events, business visits and calls, as well as through additional outreach opportunities. Many also volunteer at various Chamber events and therefore have high visibility in the community.

Broomfield Chamber Young Professionals Program:

The Broomfield Chamber young professionals program holds monthly activities focused on professional development, as well as community tours, volunteering opportunities, and networking events. While the program is designed for leaders under the age of 40, these networking events are open to all members who want to connect with young professionals

NEW – Power Partners Networking Program:

Our newest Chamber program, Power Partners Networking, is designed to connect our members with those complimentary businesses that typically work together and can make the best referral partners. Unlike our Leads Groups, there is no industry cap. With six different groups (Home Services, Personal Wealth & Finance, Health and Wellness, Hospitality, Business Services, and Senior Services), there is room for every business, so all are welcome. Events for each group are held quarterly at different member businesses.

To learn more about Broomfield Chamber Membership, contact Jordan Meadows at 303-466-1775 x105 or Jordan.Meadows@BroomfieldChamber.com.

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Within the Broomfield Chamber we have connected with wonderful, likeminded, business owners that truly care about their clients and are valued members of the community we live and work in!”

Amy Beth Terch Allied Medical Aesthetics

2023 BROOMFIELD CHAMBER AWARD WINNERS

Each year, the Broomfield Area Chamber celebrates its members with member selected awards presented at the Annual Chamber Dinner. Voting and selection is via write-in ballot on the Broomfield Area Chamber website. It is a great honor and recognition for the winners each year!

Here are the 2023 honorees!

Ambassador of the Year: James Jacobson, Edward Jones James.Jacobson@edwardjones.com

Young Professional of the Year: Karina Hall, Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe khall@tazikis.com

Manufacturer of the Year: Gogo Business Aviation mbegler@gogoair.com

New Business of the Year: Redgarden Restaurant and Brewery alex@redgardenbrewery.com

Employer of the Year: Children’s Hospital Colorado (Broomfield) stephanie.benintendi@childrenscolorado.org

Above and Beyond Award: Tammy Degenhart, Our Broomfield tammy@ourbroomfield.com

Nonprofit of the Year: FRIENDS of Broomfield, Inc. rwalters@friendsofbroomfield.org

Small Business of the Year: Michael Plaia Farmers Insurance Agent mplaia@farmersagent.com

Professional Services of the Year: Broomfield Workforce Center cmcvay@broomfield.org

“After joining the Chamber in 2020, I knew I’d found a great group of small business owners. These people are like an extended family now, and I was honored and beyond proud to win this award! My business depends on local support and referrals.”

Michael Plaia Owner/Consultant Plaia Insurance Agency

“Thank you for recognizing the Broomfield Workforce Business Services team, as recipients of the Professional Services of the Year award. Serving the business community and assisting with workforce needs is our mission and we are honored to have this opportunity to connect with local businesses. Reach us at BroomfieldWorkforce.org.”

Clelia McVay Business Services Broomfield Workforce Center

“I was honored to receive the Above and Beyond award from the Broomfield Area Chamber. Building relationships and helping businesses is a passion for me, and I have been able to meet some of the greatest people and businesses through the chamber.”

Tammy Degenhart Advertising Consultant Our Broomfield Magazine, LLC

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There are many ways to participate in the Broomfield Area Chamber of Commerce. Here we detail a few of the formal programs for members. To learn more and find out about how to engage with the Chamber of Commerce and maximize your membership, visit www. BroomfieldChamber.com

AMBASSADORS

Chamber Ambassadors attend and represent the organization at various Chamber events including Business After Hours events, Member Orientations, Member Spotlight Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and special events such as Broomfield Days and the Annual Membership Appreciation Picnic. Ambassadors are an extension of the Broomfield Chamber staff and work to help attract and retain Broomfield Chamber Members.

Ambassadors:

• Greet and assist current and prospective members.

• Make courtesy calls to new and current members.

• Provide a friendly greeting and helpful hand to all.

• Promote Broomfield Area business.

• Provide the catalyst to productive and successful networking.

GET INVOLVED

Ambassadors meet on the first Friday of each month over lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Pat Monacelli at 303-466-1775, extension 102 or email patrick.monacelli@BroomfieldChamber.com.

CHAMBER COMMITTEES

One of the greatest strengths of the Broomfield Chamber is its volunteers. Many who give time and talent do so on Chamber Committees. Broomfield Chamber committees help set direction, manage advocacy, assist in membership initiatives, and help manage events. Our committees include:

Advocacy Committee

The Advocacy Committee looks at key bills, policy proposals, and proposed ordinances at the state and local levels to determine what impacts they may have on the business community. They evaluate the potential effects of the legislation and make recommendations to the board if they believe the Chamber should take a position. This group also evaluates strategic policy partnerships the Chamber has such as the Northwest Chamber Alliance, Smart Commute, and Commuting Solutions to make sure the investment in time and money is of value to the membership.

Broomfield Chamber Young Professionals (BCYP) Committee

My small business lives to serve our beautiful Broomfield community through some of the most difficult times. It means so much to care for our friends and neighbors.”

Kelsi Tesone Mathews, MSP In Memoriam

The BCYP Committee is designed to help young professionals accelerate by assisting them in skill development and providing an environment where they can build relationships with peers and other business professionals. The group is open to young professionals ages 21-39 in the Broomfield and surrounding area. BCYP events are open to Chamber members and non-members alike and will have different member and nonmember rates when there is a fee.

Education Committee

The role of the Education Committee is to help in the creation of quality education content for the Chamber and its members. The committee will work to determine topics of interest to Chamber members, businesses at large, and the wider community, and will work to create Educational Series opportunities around those topics in conjunction with the Events Committee. Committee members are asked to generate ideas, seek out presenters, and assist with sponsorship generation for Education Series events.

Membership Committee

This committee is tasked with assisting in prospecting for new members and with reviewing member referral and acquisition plans and projects. This committee will also consult with the Ambassadors Committee on member retention efforts.

Events Committee

The role of the Events Committee is to help guide the Chamber’s vision for quality activities, events, and programming content for Chamber members. The committee will generate new ideas, find sponsors for events, and assist in finding volunteers. The Concept subcommittee will meet as needed to evaluate ideas suggested by members and the community. New and existing events, activities, and programs will be evaluated on feasibility and ROI potential, and recommendations will be made to staff.

Subcommittees include:

• Concept Subcommittee

• Gala Subcommittee

• Taste of Broomfield Subcommittee

• Broomfield Days Subcommittee

Nonprofit Committee

The role of the Nonprofit Committee is to strengthen the ties of local nonprofits to the Broomfield Chamber and the community while supporting and helping them succeed in their missions. The committee endeavors to learn more about the nonprofit community, and schedules events to strengthen the relationship between nonprofits and the for-profit businesses.

We are always looking for active, committed volunteers for each of these groups. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Pat, Jordan, or Andrea at info@broomfieldchamber.com

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Editor’s Note:

This content is an edited consolidation of content available from the City and County of Broomfield on broomfield.org. Thank you to Broomfield History Collections for sharing content and photos.

A HISTORY OF BROOMFIELD

Farms dotted what is now the Broomfield landscape in the late 1800s, and in 1885 when Adolph Zang bought the area in the vicinity of 120th Avenue and Olde Wadsworth Boulevard, the train stop there became known as Zang’s Spur, memorializing the spur off of the main railroad line where locally grown grains would be loaded into railroad cars for delivery to the Zang Brewing Company in Denver.

Ultimately, Zang bought 4,000 acres of land in the area for his Elmwood Stock Farm where he bred Percheron horses, and tended fruit orchards.

At the turn of the century, Broomfield was a little town near 120th Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard. Grain elevators, a grocery, hotel, a bank, and other thriving businesses drew the farmers in the area together and they created the Crescent Grange in 1898. The organization brought area residents together for diverse activities including a petition for postal service, arrangements to buy clothing at reduced prices, insurance, programs, and social activities.

In 1904, the Colorado and Southern formed the Denver & Interurban Railway, and by 1908, the big cars were serving Broomfield on a regular basis, taking passengers to Denver, Westminster, Marshall, Boulder,

Superior, Valmont, and Louisville on its Main Line. By 1909, Broomfield had 19 passenger trains per day coming through town, prompting construction of a new depot which stood at the corner of present-day 120th Avenue and Old Wadsworth Boulevard.

In those early years, Broomfield had a garage, then two, and a filling station. They joined the Grange Hall, a hotel and general store, flour mill, cheese factory, bank, creamery, grain elevator, restaurants, a lumber yard, and a barbershop. From 1900 to 1957, about 100 people lived on farmland in the area.

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In 1950, construction began on the Boulder Turnpike, a toll road, and one of the first paved roads in the area. It stretched between Wadsworth Boulevard and Boulder, with a tollbooth in Broomfield. The road's cost was paid by the tolls. Shortly after, the new Broomfield began during a growth boom when developers decided to build the state's first dream community. The first filing, the area north of 120th Avenue between Main Street and U.S. 287, was built, elementary school classes were held in "cottage schools" built by the developers of Broomfield Heights, and a shopping center sprouted where a lake had once stood in the area by U.S. 287 and Midway Blvd.

By 1961 when the city incorporated, the population had grown to 6,000. Emerald School was up and running, as was Kohl School. In 1962, a school serving junior and senior high school students opened, and a gym was added in 1964. The high school was begun in 1963, and classes started in the fall of 1964. These schools still stand, and after several remodels, they were combined into the current Broomfield High School in use today.

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The Broomfield Chamber is an invaluable resource for our Broomfield community. The connections that are nurtured through the Chamber are immeasurable. It is a wonderful gift to work with like-minded businesses. The support Pat, Andrea, Lauren, and Jordan provide is top notch. It’s like no other Chamber. The support and sense of business community they have created is unmatched.”

Kelsey Mackley

Kelmeg and Associates, Inc.

A HISTORY OF BROOMFIELD

Broomfield continued its growth, annexing south into Jefferson County in 1969, east of Main Street in 1969, Greenway Park in 1970, into a small portion of Adams County in 1971, and the Westlake Village subdivision in 1972. In 1974, the city passed its charter and became a home-rule city adopting the Council-Manager form of government, with an elected mayor and city council, and a professional city manager. In 1988 and 1989, the city annexed north into Weld County, thus spanning portions of four counties.

Portions of what is now Interlocken joined the city in 1983 and 1986, and Broomfield's premier employment center began. Access to the area improved with 1995 annexations along 96th Street, and the completion of the 96th Street interchange in 1996, built with public and private funds. The promise of a bright future continued with the 1996 announcement that high-tech giant SUN Microsystems was coming to Broomfield, followed by notice of Level 3's intentions in the spring of

1998. The 1998 groundbreaking of Flatiron Crossing, an upscale shopping area, assured Broomfield of a long-anticipated retail sales tax base.

In the late 1990s, Broomfield made history. To help alleviate the problems and confusion in accessing services with the City of Broomfield being the only city in the state to lie in portions of four counties, residents sought relief in a constitutional amendment creating a City and County of Broomfield. The amendment passed on November 3, 1998, giving the city a threeyear transition period in which to organize to become Colorado's 64th county. The state's newest county, the City and County of Broomfield, officially took effect on November 15, 2001.

Today Broomfield is a city and county of more than 77,000 residents with a strong sense of unity, pride, and identity. Broomfield is the 16th largest city in Colorado and one of the most desirable communities, planned with a balance of residential and commercial land use, and generous open space, parks, and natural areas.

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We value the Bromfield Chamber and business community for its vibrant entrepreneurship, economic growth, job opportunities, community engagement, and fostering a supportive network for local businesses to thrive. Can’t wait to get to know everyone.”

Carl Marx and Associates American Family Insurance

ABOUT BROOMFIELD

Located about halfway between Denver and Boulder along U.S. 36, the Broomfield area epitomizes all that Colorado living is known for throughout the world. Robust local shopping, arts and entertainment offerings, and night-life options, combined with convenient access to Colorado’s beautiful scenery and year-round outdoor recreation, make Broomfield a uniquely vibrant place to live, work and play.

Downtown Denver is just 15 minutes away, offering Broomfield residents a wide range of worldclass entertainment, professional sports, and cultural activities. Also just 15 minutes away, Boulder is the quintessential college town, home of the University of Colorado. Boulder offers eclectic entertainment and culture, and a host of outdoor recreation possibilities in a youthful and natural setting.

An influential force in the Colorado economy, the Broomfield area is a burgeoning center of the high-tech, retail and manufacturing industries. Yet, Broomfield City and County Government makes sure the area retains its century-old feeling of rural charm. Careful planning and development allow for plenty of open space. Broomfield’s neighboring cities and towns are committed to the same developmental principles, ensuring that residents enjoy the benefits of economic opportunity without sacrificing the promise of Colorado’s nature-oriented lifestyle.

Broomfield was founded in 1877 as a small farming community known as Zang’s Spur. It was named after A.J. Zang, founder of the Zang Brewing Company, and was centered at the present day intersection of 120th Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard. As the 20th century began, the town’s name was changed to Broomfield to reflect the fields of “broom corn” grown in the area. In the 1950s Broomfield developed as a “bedroom” community for those employed in nearby Denver.

Broomfield was officially incorporated as a statutory city in 1961, and was billed as the state’s first planned community. In 1974, a home rule charter and the city’s first master plan were adopted. In 1995, a new master plan was created, and is often revised in order to provide ongoing and careful stewardship of the area’s growth and development.

In November 2001, Broomfield made Colorado history, becoming Colorado’s 64th county, the first to be added to the state in nearly 100 years.

Broomfield’s leaders through these early decades worked hard to guide the development of the community we enjoy today; a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

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BROOMFIELD’S PEOPLE AND BUSINESS COMMUNITY

With a 2023 population exceeding 77,000, Broomfield is the 16th largest city in Colorado and the 472nd largest city in the United States. Broomfield is currently growing at a rate of 1.09% annually and its population has increased by 3.31% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 74,513 in 2020. Spanning more than 34 miles, Broomfield has a population density of 2,332 people per square mile.

The average household income in Broomfield in 2020 was $124,778 with a poverty rate of 6.07%. The median age in Broomfield is 38.4 years, 37.2 years for males, and 39.6 years for females.

Broomfield is touted as a great place to live, work, play, and visit. Its residents enjoy a vibrant business community with thriving companies and organizations of all sizes and across all sectors, and spanning the full spectrum of product and service offerings.

The local business community thrives on a solid foundation of neighborly partnership and mutual support for fellow business partners that dates back to Broomfield’s early years and is maintained by decades old participants and new entrants alike.

The Broomfield Area Chamber of Commerce provides myriad opportunities for Broomfield business people to engage and connect, including a culture of inclusion and support for the city’s numerous high-impact non-profit organizations.

With a highly desirable quality of life and countless family amenities, many Broomfield business employees choose to make their home here, becoming a part of all that makes Broomfield special and unique.

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ARTS AND CULTURE

Broomfield’s Rich Arts and Cultural Presence is a Founding Value that Persists Today

Broomfield has a rich history and tradition of community participation and enrichment that is part of its founding values. These past values are in part upheld and maintained through Broomfield’s historical organizations such as the Depot Museum and the Veterans Museum, while newer creative goals and ambitions have emerged through projects such as ARTery. Broomfield has always been a thoughtfully organized place to live, and will continue to be a desirable community due to the passion of its citizens, particularly when it comes to art and history.

Creative Broomfied, a department of the city and county, encompasses all arts and history with opportunities to cultivate, connect, and thrive throughout the community. The creative economy reflected through these programs supports a higher quality of life for all residents through crosssector collaborations amongst local businesses, government organizations, and arts, cultural, and educational entities.

Broomfield’s historical and artistic ecosystem provides enrichment and entertainment for all Broomfield residents. Read on to learn more about some of these valuable local assets.

Broomfield Depot Museum and Honey House

The Depot Museum and neighboring Crawford Honey House are located at the history campus at Zang Spur Park at 2201 W. 10th Avenue. The unique historical venue is free to the public and open on Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Depot was constructed by the Colorado & Southern (C&S) Railway bridge and building crews in 1909. It was designed with a family in mind, in the hopes of attracting a live-in station agent. The Depot was closed in 1967, moved to its current location in 1976, opened as a museum in 1982, and restored in 2015. Today, visitors can take a guided tour which explains what life was like for the families who lived on the site. The Honey House was built by the Crawford family in 1905 as a place to process honey from more than 1,000 beehives. It was moved to the history campus and then renovated in 2022 to showcase the agricultural history of Broomfield and preserve the story of the Crawford family beekeepers.

Broomfield Veterans Museum

The Broomfield Veterans Museum celebrates and honors our local veterans’ heritage and exists to tell their stories. It is located at 12 Garden Center and is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The museum was founded in 2002 by six Broomfield-area World War II veterans, whose legacy is now carried forward by a team of volunteers, many of

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whom are veterans themselves. The museum houses nine rooms of exhibits from the Civil War up to the present day, a library with more than 2,500 history and military books, hundreds of archived videos of veteran interviews, and a multimedia room that seats up to 40 people. The museum is free and open to the public and offers docent-guided or self-guided tours, and, twice a month, a presentation called Coffee and Conversation, where visitors can hear fascinating stories from local veterans and historians.

The Brunner Farmhouse

The Brunner Farmhouse and Gardens is located at 640 Main Street on the northeast corner of Midway Boulevard and Main Street in Broomfield. It is surrounded by “the Field,” a designated open space area. The historically significant farmhouse is now operated by the Broomfield Council on the Arts and Humanities (BCAH) and is used as a gathering space for charitable groups, community support groups, and events sponsored by local non-profits. The majority of support for the Brunner Farmhouse and Gardens comes from volunteers and private donors. They are always looking for help to keep the property beautiful and accessible as a civic and cultural center for all to enjoy.

Broomfield Public Art Collection

The Broomfield Art in Public Places program enlivens public space, nurtures community identity, and contributes to a vibrant city through reflecting community spirit, enriching conversations, engaging community, and elevating a sense of belonging. In partnership with the Public Art Committee, Creative Broomfield continually explores opportunities to grow and maintain the Broomfield Public Art Collection. With more than 72 pieces owned by the city, the collection boasts various kinds of artwork created by talented and diverse artists and provides regular opportunities for artists to contribute to public art in Broomfield. Sculpture locations include Community Park, Broomfield County Commons, Interlocken, and Arista.

Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library & Broomfield Auditorium

The local public library and Broomfield Auditorium are at the heart of enriching activity in Broomfield. There is nowhere else to find culturally and artistically significant

The Broomfield Early Childhood Council works in a niche field of early childhood health and education. The Chamber helps connect us to the greater community and to great Broomfield happenings.”

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Broomfield Early Childhood Council

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ARTS AND CULTURE

happenings nearly every day of the week in Broomfield. Whether it is local clubs, learning workshops, or musical and theatrical performances, the library and Broomfield Auditorium are where it’s at! The calendar is overflowing with events for residents of all ages and interests. Visit compass.broomfield. org/events to see a full list of offerings.

The Broomfield ARTery

The ARTery connects and transports. Through diverse projects and programs, this cross-city creative corridor celebrates the outdoors, arts and culture, imagination, and curiosity, and cultivates a shared community across Broomfield. The initiative is being developed in collaboration with multiple city departments, local organizations, and businesses. Currently, the ARTery features sidewalk murals created by local artists and Little House art exhibits. The sidewalk mural project was built in coordination with Parks, Recreation, and Senior Services, and Open Space and Trails, as well as artist selection through the Arts, History, and Cultural Council. The goal for the Little House project is to create “Little Houses,” each with a different theme and aesthetic, to create unexpected moments of joy, wonder, and curiosity. These boxes will feature rotating art and history exhibits, artifacts from Sister City Ueda, Japan, and Twin City, Broomfield, UK, and also include a Little Free Library by the Depot Museum.

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PARKS, TRAILS & RECREATION

Broomfield’s Parks Recreation & Trails Programs Offer Myriad Outdoor and Fitness Opportunities

By Missy Ruzicka

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From amazing state of the art recreation facilities and miles and miles of trails, to every type of class imaginable, Broomfield’s Parks, Recreation and Trails provides extensive resources to the entire community.

Broomfield offers myriad fun and safe recreational and leisure opportunities. The amazing Paul Derda Rec Center and newly renovated Broomfield Community Center are notable community venues each with extensive indoor aquatics, indoor tracks, full size sports courts, a gymnastic center, full Cardio/Strength training suites, fitness studios, meeting rooms, and Kid Zones.

The Bay Aquatic Park is designed for a full summer of family fun and allows families with kiddos under 13 to enjoy a ‘water world’ type experience without the crazy costs or crowded swim pools. It’s just the right size park to meet friends for a day in the sun where you know your kids will feel safe and most importantly try their first water slides.

One of the most unique programs the City and County of Broomfield offers is the Broomfield 100 Challenge. It is a challenge to get families out to the beautiful open spaces to enjoy the wonders of nature and learn about Broomfield’s extensive trail system.

Participants in the annual program don’t have to walk the entire path, but rather visit the various sites, learn the trail’s connections, check out the activities, and enjoy the area. Those who check in with an online passport can win a prize after completing the annual program. While enjoying all the wonderful outdoor trails Broomfield has to offer, residents can also join their iNaturalist program and share with others around town. If you have a budding scientist in your family or if you have noticed a great horned owl nest along your favorite path, you can go to inaturalist.org/projects/broomfield/ naturalist and record your observations.

The iNaturalist website is a place to upload an image and sound clip of an organism or animal observed in the community and other users of the website can help identify it. Come engage with fellow naturalists and discuss your findings around Broomfield.

There are so many opportunities to enjoy the amazing recreation spots all over town, from the batting cages, and a skate park, to all kinds of athletic courts including pickleball, tennis courts, and soccer fields. The City offers leagues, programs, and sports for all ages. There are golf lessons for beginners, junior golf for teens and even women’s golf groups. Swim lessons are

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offered for toddlers all the way through to silver sneakers, with a variety of water fitness classes. Youth can even compete on swim teams. There are also groups and programs for yoga, hiking fourteeners, lifting weights, or getting ready for your first 5K.

Fitness can be fun for the whole family! Broomfield offers some fun and unique experiences for families to do together or for parents to put their kids in to get through those summer slumps. Bring the kids to Midway Park on certain Sundays in July and August for the fantastic Family Field days, where families will join other families in field day style games.

Palooza! is a program for kids and preteens that give the parents a chance to workout or run errands while their kids burn off energy at the gym or in the swim pool. Different activities are planned every day and include swimming, STEM, gym time, or splash days. Drop ins are welcome based on availability. Plus there is always Child Watch at Paul Derda Rec Center which will take care of the kiddos while parents get a good workout in. See website for hours of operation.

Along with all different kinds of sports and activities for kids to join in, Youth Fitness 360 and Teen Athletic Conditioning are fitness programs designed for athletes in mind. Youth Fitness 360 will teach youth how to create a proper workout on their own and build healthy habits around the fundamentals of strength, cardio, and mobility. Teen Athletic Conditioning is a boot camp style training led by a personal trainer. Teens 14-18 will focus on areas of strength, cardio, and agility in a fun and motivating environment.

No matter your interests or ability levels, our Broomfield Parks and Rec have just the fun family adventures you are looking for. Stop by or look at the program guide online to sign up for your next summer adventure. To explore and learn more visit https://broomfield.org/ProgramGuide.

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