Since 2003, Downtown Colorado Inc. (DCI) has presented awards to outstanding projects and people throughout the state who demonstrate creativity in the face of challenges, unlikely and enduring partnerships, and commitment to advancing downtown initiatives within their local communities.
On April 2, DCI honored 12 communities — from small towns to large cities — along with five exceptional individuals, with the Colorado Downtown Excellence Awards.
Among this year’s winners is Kathleen McFadden, Pagosa Springs Main Street coordinator and Pagosa Springs Community Development Corporation administrative manager.
The Colorado Downtown Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in six key categories: Partnership, Place, Plans, Projects, Pop-Up Innovation, and Person – Vikki Mattox Downtowner of the Year.
These categories highlight the many ways local leaders and communities are advancing vibrant downtowns and commercial districts across Colorado.
McFadden was one of four winners chosen to receive the Vicki Mattox Downtowner of the Year award.
The Vicki Mattox Downtowner of the Year Awards recognize individuals who have shown exemplary commitment to their local downtown and community. The winners encourage ongoing collaboration and teamwork benefiting the community.
McFadden is a transformational leader bringing clarity, strategy and unity to Pagosa Springs. She is known for turning community input into shared vision and real momentum. She led inclusive engagement around U.S. 160 with transparency and trust. She connects organizations, voices and ideas to build stronger outcomes an inspires pride, ownership and a bold future for downtown Pagosa Springs.
For more information on the awards, visit downtowncoloradoinc.org/dtexcellenceawards.
About DCI
Established in 1982 as the Colorado Community Revitalization Association, DCI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization that aims to build better communities by assisting downtowns, commercial districts and town centers in Colorado.
Organization members represent downtown organizations, local governments, development and improvement districts, consultants, individuals, and others involved in downtown and community development.
>