The Alliance membership represents a public/private partnership driving economic development in our community. This partnership makes La Plata County the most vital and vibrant community to live, work, learn, and play.
2026 Alliance Summit
Register Now!The Alliance Summit returns on September 10, 2026 with a focus on Fueling Our Economy—exploring how public wealth, local assets, and collective leadership can drive shared prosperity across the Four Corners region. Registration closes September 7th.

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Upcoming Alliance Events
Strategic Plan Identifies Animas Airpark and La Posta as Opportunity for Economic Growth
/in News, Press Release, Reports/by Louise Snodgrass533-acre study area could create nearly 2,000 jobs, expand employment space, and strengthen La Plata County’s economic foundation.
Project RUN Impact: $1.25M Fuels Workforce Growth in Southwest Colorado
/in News, Reports, Workforce/by Louise SnodgrassProject RUN invests $1.25 million to strengthen Southwest Colorado’s workforce and build lasting regional workforce infrastructure.
Durango Herald: Community benefits from housing, child care focus
/in Childcare, Featured Newslines, Housing, News/by Louise SnodgrassDurango Herald highlights importance of community-first approach when addressing critical challenges, applauding our work in workforce housing and early childcare access.
Project RUN Impact: $1.25M Fuels Workforce Growth in Southwest Colorado
/in News, Reports, Workforce/by Louise SnodgrassProject RUN invests $1.25 million to strengthen Southwest Colorado’s workforce and build lasting regional workforce infrastructure.
Durango Herald: Will Animas Air Park Development Take Off?
/in Economic Data, Featured Newslines, News/by Louise SnodgrassDurango Herald highlights the joint economic feasibility study that is underway for Animas Air Park located in Durango, Colorado. Read the full article.
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