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The City of Longmont announced on Thursday, August 16, that Tony Chacon was hired as the new Redevelopment & Revitalization Manager.
According to a press release,
Chacon has more than 20 years of experience as the Urban Renewal Supervisor for the City of Aurora, Colorado and as Redevelopment/Revitalization Coordinator for the City of Westminster Colorad and has a Master’s degree in Planning and Urban Development from the University of Colorado-Denver, a Bachelor’s degree in Science in Sociology with Certifications in Urban Studies from Colorado State University, and he is accredited by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
“I look forward to bringing my experience and insights to the City of Longmont as we promote new vitality into economically-challenged areas,” Chacon said. “Longmont has laid a great foundation for redevelopment and I hope to build on that success.”
“Tony comes to us highly recommended by professionals in the public sector as well as private sector developers in communities where he has worked,” Longmont Assistant City Manager Shawn Lewis said. “Tony will be working on the South Main Station project, the 1st and Main Transit Center and the redevelopment corridors identified as priorities during this year’s City Council retreat.”
Chacon replaces David Starnes who recently accepted a position with Foundry Builders.
Longmont Hospitals to Present Evidence-based Stepping On Workshop
Longs Peak Hospital and Longmont United Hospital are teaming up and offering a new class that is aimed at helping seniors reduce the risk of falling.
The workshop will be offered in Longmont and is seven-weeks long. The class is based on evidence that has demonstrated to help reduce falls by 30 percent.
"One in four people age 65 or older has a fall each year," according to Stephanie Dunn, manager of rehabilitation services at UCHealth Longs Peak Hospital.
According to a press release, "The Stepping On workshop will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Fridays from Aug. 24 through Oct 5 at Longmont United Hospital, 1950 Mountain View Ave. The workshop is designed to help older adults reduce their fall risk through strength and balance exercises and gain knowledge about safety practices."
"Stepping On is perfect for older adults – age 65 or older -- who are looking to reduce their risk of falling, who have had a fall in the past, or who are afraid of falling. Participants must able to walk on their own – with or without a cane or walker. The workshop is not suitable for people with memory problems," states the press release.
The cost of the program is a $15 suggested donation. To register for the workshop or for more information, call 720.819.6855.
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