Pikes Peak EZ Goals

Tourism & Heritage:

Support business opportunities that promote the region’s heritage, culture, scenic beauty, wildlife, arts, sporting activities, and other tourism opportunities, resulting in at least a 5% annual increase in out-of-area visitors to EZ contribution projects.

Employment Opportunities:

Support and encourage increased employment opportunities by partnering with economic development-focused agencies and businesses in marketing, recruitment, and training efforts, resulting in at least 1,000 new or increased job opportunities within the EZ each year.

Business District Revitalization:

In partnership with community stakeholders, support the revitalization of existing business districts through rehabilitation and business expansion, resulting in at least 100 businesses advanced annually.

Workforce Housing:

Support Workforce Housing Capital Campaigns, promoting a variety of housing and job opportunities in the region, resulting in at least 50 new or preserved housing units and 70 individuals placed into employment within the EZ each year.

Healthcare Ecosystem:

Support a thriving healthcare ecosystem within the EZ by incentivizing investment in medical facilities, expanding access to high-quality care, and encouraging healthcare innovation, resulting in at least 30 new healthcare jobs, 1 new or expanded medical facility, and a 5% annual increase in resident access to primary care.