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The Business Times OctOber 13-26, 2022 n BELLCO CREDIT UNION ANNOUNCES PLANS

FOR SECOND LOCATION IN THE GRAND VALLEY

Bellco Credit Union has announced plans to open a second location in the Grand Valley. The 3,000-square-foot branch will be located at 570 32 Road in Clifton and offer full- and self-service banking options, including an express teller machine and drive-up automated teller machine. Financial representatives will work there to help members with their loan and deposit needs. Bellco also operates a branch at 2478 U.S. Highway 6 & 50 in Grand Junction.

“Western Colorado continues to see tremendous growth, and we have more than 3,000 members in this region,” said John Rivera, chief retail officer of Bellco Credit Union. “It’s important for Bellco to serve the financial needs of its members where they live and work, and it’s time to add a second location in this area of the state. Clifton is the perfect community for our continued expansion.”

Bellco operates 26 branches across Colorado serving a total of 360,000 members. For more information, visit www.bellco.org. n HBA OF WESTERN COLORADO PARADE OF HOMES

SCHEDULED TO CONTINUE OCT. 14 TO 16

An annual event showcasing the work of Mesa County builders is scheduled to continue Oct. 14 to 16.

The Housing and Building Association of Western Colorado will present the Parade of Homes from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 14 and 15 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 16. Tickets sell for $15 and are available at Grand Junction area Safeway stores

“It’s a great way for the public to come and see the beautiful new homes that are being built in Mesa County,” said Kelly Maves, a member of the HBA of Western Colorado board of directors. “People come to look, but typically leave very inspired. Each home is unique, and there’s truly something for everyone.”

The event will feature nine homes ranging in size from 1,512 square feet to 2,828 square feet and price from under $500,000 to more than $1 million. Participating builders will include Alta Home Builders, BOA Builders, Conquest Construction, Dahl Built Homes, Maves Construction, North Peak, Nostrand Homes, Senergy Builders and TreyTyn Homes.

Parade of home participants will vote for a people’s choice award in three price categories.

For more information, visit www.gjparade.com.

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PATHWAYS TO EXCELLENT DESIGNATION

Community Hospital in Grand Junction has received a designation recognizing its efforts to create a healthy work environment for nurses. The American Nurses Credentialing Center bestowed the Pathway to Excellence designation to the hospital. “This prestigious designation speaks volumes in our commitment to providing top notch care to the Grand Valley and upholding our values for our staff,” said Joe Gerardi, chief operating officer and chief nursing officer at Community Hospital. “Our team worked tirelessly to achieve this designation and validates our assurance to providing a safe and healthy environment for our patients. This would not be possible without our outstanding staff.” The Pathway to Excellence designation recognizes a commitment to a work environment in which nurses play an integral role in health care with a voice in policies and practices, in turn improving safety and patient outcomes. Community Hospital provides inpatient care and a range of outpatient diagnostic services. For more information, visit the website at https://yourcommunityhospital.com. n FRUITA FARMERS MARKET TO CONTINUE

ON SATURDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER

The Fruita Farmers Market is scheduled to continue on Saturdays through October. The market runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Reed Park off South Elm Street. The event offers fresh local produce as well as handmade crafts and ready to eat foods. The final family fun day of the season is set for Oct. 15 and will include carriage rides from JRs Carriage and a bounce house from Shires Bounce Rental. The final farmers market is set for Oct. 29 and will include pumpkin carving and candy for trick or treaters. The Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the market with sponsorships from Atlasta Solar Center, the City of Fruita, Family Health West, KKCO 11 News and U.S. Bank. For more information, call 858-3894 or send an email to events@fruitachamber.org F Nominations sought for technology sector awards

Nominations will be accepted through Nov. 14 for annual awards presented by the Colorado Technology Association.

The Apex Awards program recognizes the accomplishments of companies and individuals working in the technology sector in the state.

Awards are presented to companies, emerging firms and projects. In addition, individual awards are presented to advocates, emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, executives, talent champions and youth tech leaders. The Apex Awards will be presented as part of the CTA Tech Summit scheduled for Feb. 15 in Denver. For nomination forms or additional information about the Apex Awards, visit https://coloradotechnology.org/apex-awards. F A Grand Junction-based defense contractor and its environmental health and safety manager have received statewide recognition for their efforts to reduce emissions and hazardous wastes. Capco and Jeff Purdy received the 2022 John Rivera 24-Karat Gold Award from the Colorado Green Business Network. A voluntary program of Jeff Purdy the Colorado Department of Joe Gerardi Public Health and Environment, the network encourages and rewards organizations for increasing the efficiency and sustainability of their operations. Gold-certified members of the network select the 24-Karat Gold Award winner. Using energy management assessments independently and in conjunction with the Colorado industrial strategy management program, Capco reduced emissions of carbon dioxide by 500,000 pounds in a nine-month period. Capco Kelly Maves also reduced hazardous waste by 89 percent since 2019 by adjusting facility processes, following federal waste reduction recommendations and fostering a culture in which employees suggest improvements. Purdy serves as the chairman of the Recycle Colorado Western Slope Council, leads the Western Slope Colorado Green Business Network group and participates in the Clean Tech Business Coalition. He worked with local schools to build benches supporting solar charging stations for personal electronic devices. Capco designs, engineers and sells a range of products to the U.S. Department of Defense as well as law enforcement agencies and international customers. For more information, visit https://capcoinc.com.