Continuum as a Powerful Community Tool
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Community Assessment Survey
Northwest Colorado Council of Governments (NWCCOG) and Colorado Association of Ski Towns (CAST) partnered with Insight Collective to survey 4,000 people across 30+ communities in our region regarding how residents and second homeowners perceive their communities.
The research was supported by a CEDS Implementation Grant from Colorado OEDIT.
The survey results highlight the "rise of the resident," a term describing the increasing influence of local residents in resort communities. This demographic shift has seen many residents become less dependent on the tourism economy, prompting a reevaluation of community priorities. Residents, particularly those living full-time, are more vocal about their needs and concerns, advocating for a greater focus on quality of life improvements and reduced reliance on tourism. This shift has led to calls for policy changes to better balance the interests of residents with those of the tourism-driven economy.
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The Insights Collective has developed the Continuum, a valuable resource for communities, aiding them in understanding the diverse range
of perspectives surrounding this transition and to better
manage change that benefits the entire community.
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