In a significant move to enhance downtown accessibility, Pagosa Springs has completed a new sidewalk project connecting the middle school to the heart of downtown. This initiative includes the installation of benches, lighting, and landscaping, aiming to provide a safer and more inviting route for students and residents alike.
The project was made possible through a $250,000 grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Revitalizing Main Street program. The Pagosa Springs Main Street program, hosted by the Community Development Corporation, played a pivotal role in securing this funding. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed; the program was recently recognized as the Main Street Community of the Year by the Colorado Main Street Managers Summit.
In addition to the sidewalk project, the Main Street program has been actively involved in supporting local businesses during downtown reconstruction. Initiatives such as the Cone Zone Care Committee have introduced wayfinding and parking signage, as well as events like Wine Walks and Sidewalk Sales, to draw customers downtown. These efforts have successfully raised $12,500 for a Main Street Business Assistance Grant Fund.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to take advantage of the improved accessibility and to support local businesses as the town continues to enhance its downtown area.