Urban Renewal Just Got a Whole Lot More Interesting
Let’s face it—tax increment finance (TIF) might not be the topic that lights up your next dinner party. But if you’re working in local government, economic development, or are just a policy wonk with a passion for revitalization, you know that TIF is where the action is. And guess what? Downtown Colorado, Inc. (DCI) is here to make that action a little more exciting, a lot more informed, and infinitely more accessible.
DCI has been rolling up its sleeves (figuratively and literally) to support Urban Renewal Authorities (URAs), Downtown Development Authorities (DDAs), and everyone else trying to navigate the ever-evolving world of tax increment finance. And trust us—there’s a lot happening.
First up: TIF 101, Staff Edition.
This isn’t your run-of-the-mill webinar that drones on with acronyms and abstract concepts. We’re talking about a straightforward, engaging breakdown of TIF for the professionals who need to make it work. Whether you’re brand new to the tool or need a refresher, our TIF 101 for staff is the must-have onboarding and upskilling opportunity your team didn’t know it needed.
Next: TIF 101 Goes Public.
Communities considering TIF now have a new ace up their sleeve—a fresh online webinar that makes this tool approachable, digestible, and dare we say, kind of exciting. It’s built for those who want to understand what TIF is really about, minus the jargon and with a healthy dose of real-world insight.
Then: Level Up with Urban Renewal 201.
You’ve got the basics—great. Now let’s talk legislation, layering, and the creative capital stacks that are reshaping how we think about redevelopment. Urban Renewal 201 is where things get juicy. We’re diving deep into the legal nuances and innovative finance combos that are changing the TIF game across Colorado.
Speaking of changing the game…
DCI is heading to Colorado Counties, Inc. to dig into the differences between the shiny new County Revitalization Authority and the tried-and-true Urban Renewal Authorities. Spoiler alert: they’re not the same—and we’re here to help you know when to use which.
And don’t miss us at the Colorado Municipal League, where we’ll be spotlighting some of the coolest projects happening in Downtown Development Authorities. From creative financing to community co-investment, we’re bringing the best of the best.
All of this—plus more resources, more answers, and more tools—can be found on the DCI URA + District Resource Page. It’s the ultimate go-to hub for everything URA and district-related, including a fresh-off-the-press URA FAQ sheet to keep those head-scratching moments to a minimum.
So whether you’re TIF-curious or deep in the weeds of a capital stack, DCI has your back. Come for the insight, stay for the transformation.
Check it out. Get involved. And let’s rethink what’s possible in Colorado’s communities.