Longmont is seeking designation as a Certified Creative District

Downtown Longmont is seeking to join some fairly exclusive company.

The Longmont Downtown Development Authority has asked for — and received — permission to apply for the designation of Certified Creative District from the state's Office of Economic Development and International Trade. The LDDA's application is due May 23, and then a panel will review it and the other six applicants and award the designations in June. The designations would take effect July 1 — the start of the state's fiscal year — and last for five years.

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