Broomfield is a prime location, centrally located within the metro area between Denver and Boulder on the U.S. 36 /Boulder Turnpike. With a city population of nearly 35,000, and nearly 2.2 million in the metropolitan area, Broomfield allows for easy access throughout the Denver metro area. The city is just minutes from the new Denver International Airport (DIA), which links the area to destinations in the United States as well as Europe, Asia and South America.

Large and small manufacturing and high-technology businesses thrive in the area. Your business will find a highly educated and skilled work force, and an economic climate that welcomes business.

The progressive city government is dedicated to planned and managed economic development that will benefit the future of the entire community. You’ll find Broomfield is a great place to live and work, with an abundance of cultural and recreational activities, planned residential communities, open spaces, and award-winning schools.

Broomfield has been committed to the importance of planned growth. The City of Broomfield has completed a new master plan for the community, which will provide managed growth for the next 20 years. The City has encouraged business and residential participation in the economic growth process which will enhance community services.

As the population continues to increase, the importance of open space is a priority. As the City makes improvements to its infrastructure, and residential communities develop, open space is included in the plan for the future. Trails, parks, natural wetlands and preserved open space can be seen throughout Broomfield as quality planning is achieved

Broomfield is a premier site for your business development. It boasts one of the best locations along the entire front range for both ground and air transportation. Conveniently located along the U.S. 36 Boulder Turnpike, Broomfield connects with 1-25 to the east, I-70 to the south, and Colorado Highway 7 to the north. The main north/south route through Broomfield is U.S. 287, stretching north to Fort Collins and south to Denver suburbs.

Denver International Airport (DIA) is located just 30 minutes from Broomfield, making travel time easy and convenient. This is the newest and largest international airport in the world, offering direct non-stop domestic and international flights. Also located in Broomfield is the Jefferson County Airport, a general aviation and corporate reliever airport. Jeffco Airport offers businesses full-service amenities, availability of corporate hangars, fuel, and maintenance service. The addition of a U.S. Customs office and nearby hotels makes Jeffco Airport even more convenient for business aircraft.

Broomfield is a hub for the Regional Transportation District (RTD), with connecting bus lines, allowing full-service transportation for a skilled work force to and from the Broomfield community. Several major railroad lines have been established in Broomfield for over 50 years, making it convenient for manufacturers to send and receive shipments by rail. Broomfield offers prime buildings and sites for development along these major rail lines.

The 96th Street Interchange opened in 1996, and serves as the key to future development in Broomfield. The new interchange will allow even more access for conducting business in Broomfield, linking western Broomfield to U.S. 36. The interchange has allowed direct access to the Interlocken Advanced Technology Environment, the new campus of Sun Microsystems, and Storage Technology, and provides easy access to the regional mall site and the Omni Interlocken Conference Resort. Prime sites are currently available for businesses seeking a location at the new Boulder Turnpike interchange

Strong Business Community

Broomfield’s strong business community has attracted manufacturing, high-tech companies, and retail development. Numerous planned business parks, a highly skilled work force, and thousands of acres of land available for development are just some of the reasons businesses choose Broomfield. You’ll also find an open and positive working relationship between the City of Broomfield and its business community. Broomfield has a history of proven success, as many corporations make the City of Broomfield home to their worldwide headquarters.

Retail Service Amenities

Partnered with the increase of the corporate business community, retail companies have found Broomfield to be a great asset to their business.

FlatIron Crossing, a newly planned regional mall, will open in 2000 with 1.5 million square feet of retail. The mall will accommodate up to five anchors, including Dillard’s and Nordstrom, as well as traditional specialty retailers. The mall is being developed by Westcor on an 170-acre site on the southwest corner of U.S. 36 and 96th Street.

Broomfield is also home to major retail chains, as well as many nationally known restaurants and grocery stores. We have been successful in attracting the amenities necessary for the needs of businesses and local residents. Many strong banking and healthcare facilities, in addition to a wide variety of service providers, are located in the Broomfield community.

Corporate travelers can find solace at the Broomfield Guest House, offering a relaxing blend of country comfort and warm hospitality. Located at Jeffco Airport, this executive lodging is easily accessible.

The Interlocken Advanced Technology Environment is building a 393-room, 28,000 square foot conference resort at the 96th Street Interchange. The Omni Interlocken Conference Resort will include a large luxury hotel and full-service conference center, including fine dining facilities and a 27-hole championship golf course designed by David Graham. The conference center and golf course are scheduled to open in the spring of 1999.

The Community Profile

Educational opportunities are critical when deciding where to locate your business and find skilled employees. Broomfield schools are administered by some of the premier districts in the State. Graduates achieve high test scores from the area high schools. Broomfield is privileged to be in close proximity to higher educational opportunities. The University of Colorado at Boulder, Colorado School of Mines, and Front Range Community College are within minutes of Broomfield. Also nearby are Regis University and the Auraria campus of colleges in downtown Denver, offering undergraduate and graduate programs through extensions of other state universities.

One of the best advantages to living and working in Broomfield is the quality of life. The Denver area boasts some of the best recreational and cultural activities of any major city.

The Denver metropolitan area is proud of its outstanding symphony orchestra, professional theatre, five-star dining and shopping, its fantastic zoo and botanical gardens. Denver is also one of the few major U.S. cities to support six major professional sports teams: the Denver Broncos, the Denver Nuggets, the Colorado Rockies, Colorado Avalanche and the Colorado Rapids.

Both indoor and outdoor recreation abound in the area. Broomfield is located only an hour or two from Colorado’s premier ski resorts, which offer fun and relaxation year round. Rocky Mountain National Park is only a short drive from Broomfield and offers hunting, fishing, camping, biking and hiking.

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