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The information contained in this Guide was made possible by the merchants and individuals listed in the enclosed
Business Directory of Goods & Services. We hope you will use this directory as a guide when you are in need of goods and services in our area. This publication is also possible with funding from the City of Fort Morgan and Morgan County
Tourism Panel
300 Main Street•PO Box 971•Fort Morgan, CO 80701 Phone: 970-867-6702 or 1-800-354-8660 Fax: 970- 867-6121
E Mail: [email protected] Website: www.fortmorganchamber.org
Thanks! These Chamber Members make it possible for The Chamber to offer quality events and
programs to our community and visitors. When visiting our community, please make sure to give thanks to these event sponsors.
Relocation Guide Your Guide to Relocating to the Fort Morgan Area
Table of Contents Welcome & Quality of Life..................................................................................................................................................................1
Location .................................................................................................................................................................................................2
History & Background ..........................................................................................................................................................................3
Telephone Directory ............................................................................................................................................................................5
Demographics ......................................................................................................................................................................................6
Relocation Information........................................................................................................................................................................7
Government..........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Community Profile................................................................................................................................................................................9
Attractions & Recreation ....................................................................................................................................................................12
Employment ..........................................................................................................................................................................................16
Clubs, Associations & Agencies.........................................................................................................................................................17
Housing & Banking ...............................................................................................................................................................................18
Realtors
Advantage Realty, LLC. 970-867-2430 www.advantagerealtyllc.com
Coates Realty 970-867-6770 www.coatesrealty.com
Hough Realty, LLC. 970-867-7100 www.rmhough.com
McFeeders Realty & Appraisal 970-867-7816 www.mcfeeders.com
Morgan County Realty 970-867-4908
Plains Realty 970-867-3250 www.plainsrealtyllc.com
Urdiales Realty 970-867-6100
Zwetzig Realty 970-867-6625 www.zwetzig.com
Rentals
Graff Homes 970-867-3500
Senior Housing
Eben-Ezer Lutheran Care Center 970-842-2861
Sunset Manor 970-842-2825
Valley View Villa 970-867-8261
Mobile Home Parks
Landmark North 970-867-6881
Landmark South 970-867-6207
Riverview Mobile Home Park 970-867-2932
Housing
Banking Bank of Colorado 970-867-9497 www.pinbank.com
Bank of the West 970-867-8281 www.bankofthewest.com
Equitable Savings & Loan 970-867-8258 www.equitable-savings.com
Fort Morgan Federal Credit Union 970-867-3383 www.fortmorgancu.org
Fort Morgan State Bank 970-867-3319 www.fmsbank.com
KeyBank of Colorado 970-867-4285 www.key.com
Morgan Federal Bank 970-867-3667 www.morganfederalbank.com
Wells Fargo 970-867-5661 www.wellsfargo.com
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Major Employers Cargill Meat Solutions Beef Processing P.O. Box CS4100 Fort Morgan, CO 80701 Mary Ginther: 970-867-8223 City of Fort Morgan P. O. Box 100 Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970- 867-4310 Colorado Plains Medical Center Hospital 1000 Lincoln Street Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-3391 East Morgan County Hospital Hospital 242 Cambridge Street Brush, CO 80723 970-842-4899 Eben-Ezer Lutheran Care Center Assisted Living 122 Hospital Road Brush, CO 80723 970-842-2861 Fort Morgan School District 230 Walnut Street Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970- 867-5633 Leprino Foods Cheese Processing 2400 East Beaver Fort Morgan, CO 80701 Shane Cole: 970-867-9351
Morgan Community College 17800 MCR 20 Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-542-3100 Morgan County 231 Ensign Street Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-542-3500 Viaero Wireless Cellular Service 1224 W. Platte Ave. Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-6767 Wal-Mart Super Center Retail/Grocery 1300 N. Barlow Road Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-542-2272 Western Sugar (Seasonal) Sugar Processing P. O. Box 617 Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-3341 Employment Resources Fort Morgan Workforce Center 411 Main Street Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-9401 workforcecenters.state.co.us SOS Staffing Services 230 Main Street Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-86-5264 www.sosstaffing.com
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The following information will assist you in your decision to relocate to our area. Fort Morgan is a friendly, open community with a strong sense of commitment to making this a great place to live and work. Our community is rich in history and beauty. We pride ourselves on low crime rates, good schools and an active business community. Fort Morgan is the perfect blend of small town America and prosperity. Fort Morgan and the surrounding area provide almost anything you want in the way of goods and services, entertainment and recreation. It is easy to get involved, as we are a community that is active. From civic groups to social causes from kids activities to The Chamber there is something for everyone to get involved in! Should you need further information, please feel free to call The Chamber, or contact any of the sources listed in this guide directly. Welcome to The Fort Morgan Area - we look forward to getting acquainted and making you a part of our community.
From wide, tree-lined streets to green lawns, gardens and flowers; from well kept homes to thriving businesses; people in our community have a strong sense of pride in this area. Whether here for generations or new to the area - residents agree Fort Morgan has a wonderful quality of life that is often hard to put into words. Traditions such as decorating for holidays, supporting kids in athletics, arts, music, academics, and everything in between are deeply rooted in this community. The level of personal and civic involvement other communities only hope for is alive and well in Fort Morgan. Pride in our agricultural roots and a commitment to continued economic vitality and quality of life, is sure to attract you as you consider relocating to our area. In Fort Morgan, knowing your neighbors is a way of life. There are plenty of things to keep you busy if you want. Opportunities to get involved in any of or community organizations will assure that you get to know a number of people throughout the community. Low crime rates and a wonderful educational system make this community a great environment to raise children. With a plethora of parks and recreational activities, children are sure to become as involved in activities as you are! We welcome you as a part of our community! It is our sincere hope that you enjoy the quality of life that we all treasure.
Welcome
Quality of Life
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Location
Located on the Northeast Plains of Colorado, Fort Morgan offers its residents a chance to enjoy life at a slower pace. Only 90 miles from Denver and Colorado’s Front Range, Fort Morgan is perfectly situated to allow residents to enjoy a wonderful quality of life while still having the opportunity to explore the many cultural amenities along the Front Range.
MILEAGE CHART
Fort Morgan To: Brush 10 miles Cheyenne, WY 99 miles
Wiggins 15 miles Julesburg 103 miles
Jackson Lake State Park 25 miles Grand Junction 324 miles
Sterling 45 miles Rapid City, SD 330 miles
Greeley 45 miles Dallas, TX 863 miles
Fort Collins 81 miles Chicago, IL 928 miles
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City Recreation Fort Morgan is rich in recrea-tional opportunities. The city features a number of parks that offer a variety of amenities in-cluding: • Playgrounds • Skateboard Park • BMX Park • Horseshoes • Ice Skating • Nature Trails • Duck Pond • Picnic Areas • Volleyball • Basketball • Softball • Baseball • Outdoor Swimming Pool • Tennis Courts
In addition to these great facili-ties, the City offers a wide vari-ety of recreation programs for residents ages 0-99 years old.
There are also many other service clubs and organizations that sponsor various programs, activities, and events throughout the year. For more information call 970-542-0224. All Saints Lutheran Church
Dedicated on September 15, 1918, the All Saints Lutheran Church is a beautiful Gothic style building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A Danish Cultural and History Museum connect to the church and is open for tours. Call 970-842-2861 for more in-formation.
Fishing, Hunting and State Wildlife Areas
Morgan County has many opportunities to experience the great outdoors. With Jackson Lake State Park and many other State Wildlife Areas, you can enjoy fishing, hunting, bird watching, camping and hiking. Our area supports a wide vari-ety of wildlife including...deer, antelope, coyotes, ducks, geese, pheasants, and many more. There are hunting sea-sons for waterfowl, small game, and large game. Call the State Department of Wildlife for more information 970-842-3124.
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Jackson Lake State Park Once known primarily for the hunt-ing around its banks, Jackson Lake State Park has become one of Colorado's finest outdoor recrea-tion and water sports sites. A wide variety of activities such as boat-ing, waterskiing, fishing and swim-ming can all be enjoyed on the 2,700 surface-acre lake. The park is also known for its warm-water, with sandy bottom and shore. Jackson Lake has 260 campsites and 60 picnic sites for your enjoyment. During the winter the park offers camping, wildlife observation, photography, ice fishing, ice skating and hunting.
For more information on Jack-son Lake State Park, call 970-645-2551. Historical Tours Fort Morgan is rich in history. A walk along historic Main Street will give you a quick glance at the unique architecture of many of our historic buildings; including The Bloedorn Center
for Community and Economic Development at 300 Main Street which houses programs of Morgan Community College and the Fort Morgan Area Chamber of Commerce. The refurbished City Hall at 110 Main St houses many of the City of Fort Morgan’s administrative offices.
A quick drive to Sherman St will bring you to the Sherman St Historical District which is home to many of Fort Morgan’s oldest residences. These beautiful homes are current residences and not available for public tours but are a beautiful reminder of Fort Morgan’s founding families. Rainbow Bridge
As you travel on Interstate 76 it is hard not to notice the historic Rainbow Bridge. Built in 1922 –1923, this landmark was placed
on the National Register of His-toric Places in 1984. Additionally, in 1992 it was designated a Colorado Civil Engineering Landmark. This bridge has survived major floods and in 1935 braced a 10 foot wall of water virtually undamaged. Today it is used for foot traffic and offers a beautiful view of the South Platte River.
US Military Historical Museum Located at 404 State Street, the US Military Historical Museum honors, the men and women who have served our Country. Enter this museum and you will be transformed into a past rich in history and dedication to our nation. The museum features items from every American war. Visitation of the museum is on an appointment only basis. Call 970-867-5520 to make an appointment to visit this won-derful addition to our community.
Attractions & Recreation
Photo Credit: Ray Serrano
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FORT MORGAN (pop. 11,271) (elev. 4,330 feet) is the county seat of Morgan County. Fort Morgan is located on Interstate 76 in Northeastern Colorado and is only an hour drive from Denver and Denver International Airport. Founded in 1864 as a military post to protect gold rushers and other travelers on the Overland Trail, Fort Morgan was originally called Camp Tyler, then Camp Wardell. The town assumed its present name in 1866 in honor of Colonel Christopher Anthony Morgan. Morgan was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. Before the civil war he was partners with his father and brothers in the publishing firm of E. Morgan and Sons. He joined the Union Army during the Civil War and rose to the rank of captain. His last position was Inspector General of the Department of the Missouri. Morgan was killed on January 20, 1866, when he was warming his room and the fire in the gas stove blew out. He never saw the post that was named in his honor. The town today is one of quiet tree-lined streets, many with beautiful, well-maintained homes and large lush yards. MORGAN COUNTY (Pop. 28,110) is one of the smallest (1,296 square miles) but most agriculturally rich counties in the state. Producing a wide variety of crops, including sugar beets, wheat, beans, alfalfa, onions, barley, and potatoes, Morgan County relies on Fort Morgan as a shipping and distribution hub. The area is also known for its beef, sheep and dairy ranches.
Other incorporated communities in our area each have a rich and unique history along with their own personal identity. They are:
Wiggins (pop. 925) is approximately 15 miles west of Fort Morgan on I-76. Established in 1872, the town was named for Major Oliver P. Wiggins, otherwise known as "Old Scout" Wiggins. Wiggins was a Canadian and once an employee of the Hudson Bay Company, he came to Colorado in 1834. Major Wiggins served as a guide and scout for Captain John C. Fremont, on some of his explorations through northern Colorado in the 1840's. He also accompanied Kit Carson for 12 years on his expeditions. The town was originally called Vallery, then Corona, before it became Wiggins around 1894. Brush (pop. 5,270) is just 10 miles East of Fort Morgan on I-76 and was established in 1882. Brush was a key supply station and cattle shipping point on the Texas-Montana Trail . The city of Brush! was named for a pioneer cattleman of the South Platte Valley, Jared L. Brush. Hillrose (pop. 296) located Northeast of Fort Morgan was established in 1900 and named for the sister of the woman who deeded the land for the town site. The sister's name was Rose Hill. Log Lane Village (pop. 1,025) is just outside of Fort Morgan and was established in 1955. First conceived as a site for a liquor store outside of "dry" Fort Morgan, and then expanded for a community. Originally every building, according to ordinance, was built from or sided with logs-hence the name. The ordinance was dropped in the mid 1960's.
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Additionally the area has several unincorporated towns: Goodrich - was established in 1882 named for Gus T. Goodrich a pioneer and member of the first Board of County Commissioners. Hoyt - was established around 1882 and was named for the son of the original homesteader Mrs. Sidney Davis Hoyt. Orchard - was established in 1890. The "Orchard" was a large grove of stunted cottonwoods, which, at a distance, appeared as an eastern apple orchard, and a welcome sight in staging days across treeless plains. Snyder - was established in 1882 and named for J. W. Snyder, a pioneer cattleman. Weldona - was established in 1866 and named for either a resident or an Army general named Weldon. Later it was changed to Deuel and then to Weldona.
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As you glance across the end-less horizon, you will see the magnificent sentries of the plains. The Pawnee Buttes. A stark contrast to the vast open-ness of the surrounding land-scape. Rising over 250 feet above the plains, the eroded columns of sandstone have resisted eons of natural forces that have eroded the surrounding area. Of great interest to paleontolo-gists and anthropologists, the buttes have yielded several prehistoric animal discoveries. The Pawnee National
Grassland and Buttes are open to the public. Be prepared for an amazing off road adventure as you travel the trail to the Pawnee Buttes.
For more information and specific directions contact the Pawnee National Grassland Office of the Forest Service, located at 660 O St in Greeley. 970-353-5004.
Fort Morgan Public Library The Fort Morgan Public Library offers a wide variety of services to residents of Fort Morgan. With over 45,000 titles, audio/visual equipment, an extensive children’s library and public internet use, the Fort Morgan Library is a valuable resource to the community. For more information, give the library a call at 970-542-4000. Fort Morgan Golf Course This beautiful and challenging 18 hole golf course is open to the public and adjacent to the Fort Morgan Country Club. Give the golf course a call to set up your tee time! 970-867-5990
I-76 Speedway Catch the excitement of dirt track racing at I-76 Speedway. The track features 4-6 divisions every Saturday evening. You will see Late Models, Midgets, Modifieds, Street Stocks, Econos, 1200 Outlaws, Dwarfs, Mini Stocks, Mini Sprints and Trucks race this 1/4 mile high-banked dirt track. For more information call I-76 Speedway 970-867-2101.
Morgan County Area Arts Council Promoting the arts and humanities in the Morgan County area by encouraging and lending support to local Visual, Literary, and Performing artists and programs
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Photo Credit: Morgan County EDC
FORT MORGAN MUSEUM The Fort Morgan Museum offers a wonderful view into life in Morgan County and across the Northeast Plains. With exhibits featuring Native American arti-facts, as well as exhibits cele-brating our agricultural roots, the Museum serves as testi-mony to the varied history of our community.
An exhibit on Glenn Miller, Fort Morgan’s most popular alumni, contains photos of Glenn as a young man and teenager. Miller graduated from Fort Mor-
gan High School in 1921. The refurbished Soda Fountain from the old Hillrose Drug Store is a favorite exhibit of the museum. The museum also includes an
exhibit hall for traveling exhibits. Fort Morgan Museum is located at 414 Main Street. For more information, call 970-542-4010. Riverside Park This beautiful large city park
just north of Interstate 76 tempts the weary traveler with shaded lawns, picnic tables, restrooms, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts, horseshoe pits, as well as tons of playground equipment. The park is a perfect stop for a
quick leg-stretch or maybe even a long afternoon nap under a shade tree. In addition, the park offers free overnight camping and has an outdoor swimming pool.
Pawnee National Grassland & Pawnee Buttes Pawnee National Grassland sprawls across the plains from Fort Morgan to the Northeast section of Weld County. The endless horizon along the route is something to marvel. The landscape has it’s own distinct and fragile beauty. It is not uncommon to see a wide variety of wildlife along the way!
Attractions & Recreation
Photos Courtesy of the Northeast Colorado Travel Region *unless otherwise noted.
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Emergency 911
(police, fire, ambulance, sheriff, state
patrol)
Poison Control 800-332-3073
Time/Temperature 970-867-3031
Road Conditions 877-315-7623
CITY OF FORT MORGAN Administration ..................970-542-3960
Cemetery.......................... 970-867-3908
Animal Shelter .................. 970-542-3927
Electric Dept.....................970-867-4350
Community Services ....... 970-867-4310
Fire Department
(non-emergency)............ 970-867-2815
Gas Dept........................... 970-867-4350
Library ................................ 970-542-4000
Museum............................. 970-542-4010
Parks Dept......................... 970-867-3808
Recreation ....................... 970-542-0224
Police Department
(non emergency) ............970-867-5678
Sanitation & Street........... 970-542-3985
Water Dept....................... 970-867-4350
Senior Center ...................970-542-3922
MORGAN COUNTY Commissioners ................. 970-542-3500
County Attorney .............. 970-542-3510
Accounting....................... 970-542-3505
Social Services.................. 970-542-3530
Economic Development 970-542-3527
Planning/Zoning............... 970-542-3526
Communication Center.970-867-8531
Emergency Mgmt ........... 970-867-8506
County Court ................... 970-542-3414
Probation .......................... 970-542-3465
Crime Stoppers ................970-542-3411
Detention Center ............ 970-542-3455
Landfill ............................... 970-867-9713
Ambulance
(non emergency) ............970-867-9580
Assessor .............................970-542-3512
Sheriff
(non emergency) ...........970-542-3445
County Clerk ....................970-542-3521
Treasurer............................970-542-3518
STATE OF COLORADO The state maintains the following offices in our area: Brand Inspection .............970-842-2295
Child Care Licensing.......970-842-5461
Drivers License Office .....970-867-2647
Forest Service ...................970-867-5610
Job Service Center .........970-867-9401
Jackson Lake State Park 970-645-2551
Port of Entry.......................970-867-5623
Alcohol & Drug ...............970-867-4811
Probation - Collections...970-867-8033
Fish Health Lab.................970-842-2819
Transportation Dept .......970-842-2852
Cooperative Extension ...970-867-2493
Small Business
Development Center .....970-542-3263
Rehabilitation Services ...970-867-3068
District Court .....................970-867-8266
District Attorney ...............970-542-3420
UNITED STATES The U. S. Government has the following offices in Fort Morgan: USDA - Service Center ....970-867-8568
Energy - Western Area
Power Administration......970-842-2372
U. S. Post Office................970-867-7111
General Information Area Code........................970
Fort Morgan/Log Lane Prefixes
............................................867, 542
Brush prefix........................842
Wiggins, Hoyt prefix.........483, 432
Hillrose Prefix .....................847
Weldona Prefix.................645
Time Zone..........................Mountain
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Population 1990 2000 2003
Morgan County 21,939 27,171 28,110
Fort Morgan 9,068 11,034 11,271
Brush 4,165 5,117 5,270
Hillrose 169 254 296
Log Lane Village 667 1,006 1,025
Wiggins 499 838 925
Source: Bureau of Census and Colorado Department of Local Affairs—2004
Income Per Capita Income (2002)
Morgan County $28,520
Colorado $36,473
US Average (Median 2003) $44,293
Source: Colorado Department of Local Affairs 2004 and the US Census Bureau-2002
Demographics Population Characteristics ETHNIC DISTRIBUTION Population %
White Alone 19,341 67.54%
Hispanic Origin of Any Race 8,854 30.92%
Black/African American 73 .25%
American Indian/Alaska Native 145 .49%
Asian Alone 59 .02%
Asian/Pacific Islander 46 .016%
Two or More Races 115 .04%
AGE DISTRIBUTION
Under 15 7,365 25.72%
15-24 3,792 13.24%
25-44 7,692 26.87%
45-64 6,224 21.74%
65 & Over 3,560 12.43
Colorado Department of Local Affairs Projections—2004
Labor Force 2001 2004
Total Labor Force 11,741 14,891
Employment 11,448 14,262
Unemployment 293 629
Source: Colorado Department of Local Affairs 2004 and the US Census Bureau-2002
Education 9 Elementary Schools
4 High Schools
2 Private Schools
8 Pre-Schools
47 Licensed Child Care Homes
2 Licensed Daycare Centers
13:1 Student/Teacher Ratio
Morgan Community College is an NCA accredited two-year community college. As a member of Community Colleges of Colorado, MCC offers associate degrees, applied technology and vocational programs, as well as adult basic and continuing education. MCC can customize training programs for business and industry.
Demographics Provided By:
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Kari Linker, Executive Director 231 Ensign St., Room B102
Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-542-3527
Fax: 970-542-3528 http://www.morgancountyinfo.com
CLIMATE Fort Morgan enjoys a mild, sunny, semi-arid climate. Sheltered from long stretches of extremely cold and snowy winter weather, Fort Morgan is rarely hampered by major blizzards. 330 days of sunshine annually 13” annual precipitation 22" annual snowfall Average January Temperature 25 degrees F Average July Temperature 75 degrees F TAXES Local property tax is levied by City, County, Schools and Special Districts. There is no State Property Tax. Local (City of Fort Morgan) Sales Tax is 3% and State Sales Tax is 2.9%. There is a state income tax. TRANSPORTATION Amtrak (passenger service) Burlington Northern (freight service) Arrow Bus Line Fort Morgan Municipal Airport Denver International Airport (approx 80 miles West) County Express - public transportation Highway Access Interstate I-76 State Highways 6, 34, 39, 52, 144 FORT MORGAN MUNICIPAL AIRPORT • Automated airport lighting intensity system controlled from an aircraft by the pilot • Runway lights and runway end identifier • Rotating beacon • Jet and 100 low lead fuel • Fixed Based operators • Aircraft Rental Hy-Plains Aviation • 24 hangars • Pilots lounge, meeting room, office space, pay phones • Courtesy car
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MEDICAL SERVICES Colorado Plains Medical Center is a JAHCO certified, 50 – bed acute care facility. The medical facility is one of the community’s largest employers, employing approximately 250 people, the majority of who are full-time staff members. The associated medical staff consists of Family Practice, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Pediatrician, OB/GYN, Podiatrist, Urologist, Orthopedic Surgeon, Cardiologist, Pulmonologist, There are 11 specialty clinics for Allergy, Asthma, Cardiology, Dermatology, ENT, Hematology, Neurosurgery, Pulmonology, Oncology, Rheumatology, Cardiosurgery. Colorado Plains Medical Center provides the following ancillary services: • Cardio Pulmonary Rehabilitation • Clinical Pharmacy • Dietician • Discharge Planning • Laboratory • Speech Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy • Radiology (MRI, x-ray, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, CT scan & mammography) • Home Health Care Colorado Plains Medical Center has been designated as a Level III Trauma Center by the state of Colorado. It has 24-hour physician coverage in house, and treats a wide variety of patients in addition to trauma patients. The obstetrics department is a combined unit offering labor & delivery, postpartum, and
nursery services. Approximately 50 babies are delivered every month. Recently, the hospital opened a birthing unit with five private birthing suites and an additional 4 private patient rooms. The hospital operates the only inpatient acute rehab unit in northeast Colorado. This 10-bed unit opened in the fall of 1998 and treats patients needing extensive physical and occupational therapies, including those who have experienced stroke, amputation, major multiple trauma; brain injury; congenital deformities; polyarthritis; spinal cord injury; orthopedic dysfunction; degenerative neurological disorders; and other progressive neurological impairments.
Relocation Information Utilities Gas, Electric, Water, Trash
Inside City Limits of Fort Morgan:
Gas, Water, Electricity, Trash 970-867-4350
Outside City Limits of Fort Morgan
Gas—
Xcel Energy 1-800-772-7858
Electricity—
Public Service 1-800-772-7858
or Morgan County REA 970-867-5688
Water—
City Government 970-867-4350
or Quality Water 970-867-3054
Communications
Cable, Internet, Wireless Phone, Phone
Bresnan Communications 970-867-8511
Ensignal 970-542-0860
Fiberlink Connection 970-867-0879
Kentec Communications 970-867-7172
Qwest Communications 1-800-244-1111
The Wizard OnLine 970-542-0355
Viaero Wireless 970-867-6767
Post Office
300 State St 970-867-7111
License Plates/Title Work Morgan County Clerk & Recorder 970-542-3521
Drivers License
Driver’s License Office 970-867-2647
Business Start Up Assistance Fort Morgan Area Chamber of Commerce 970-867-6702
Small Business Development Center 970-542-3263
Morgan County Economic Development Corporation
970-542-3527
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ELECTED OFFICIALS
Governor Bill Ritter
Lt. Governor Barbara O’Brien
U. S. Senate Michael Bennet Mark Udall
U. S. House of Representatives Betsy Markey
State Senate Greg Brophy
State House of Representatives Cory Gardner
State House District 63
State Senate District 1
Congressional District 4
County Commissioners Brian McCracken
Tony Carlson
Laura Teaque
Morgan County Sheriff Jim Crone
Fort Morgan Mayor Terry McAlister
Brush Mayor Dan Scalise
VOTING INFORMATION To vote in Colorado you must be:
* A citizen of the United States * At least 18 years of age on or before the election * A resident in a Colorado precinct for at least 30 days prior to the election * Registered as a voter at least 29 days before the election
You May Register At: * County Clerk's Office * Driver's License Office
Election Calendar: * General Election - First Tuesday after first Monday in November in even-numbered years * Ballot Issue Election - First Tuesday in November in odd- numbered years * Political Party Precinct Caucus - First Tuesday in April of even- numbered years * State Primary Election - Second Tuesday in August in even- numbered years
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EDUCATION The Fort Morgan School District strives to offer quality education to children in the community. Fort Morgan School District 715 W. Platte • 970-867-5633
Sherman Early Childhood Center 300 Sherman • 970-867-2998
Columbine Elementary 815 West • 970-867-7418
Green Acres Elementary 930 Sherman • 970-867-5460
Pioneer Elementary School 415 S. Spruce • 970-867-2080
Abner S. Baker Central School 300 Lake • 970-867-8422
Fort Morgan Middle School 300 Deuel • 970-867-8253
Fort Morgan High School 709 E. Riverview • 970-867-5648
Lincoln High School 900 State • 970-867-2924 There are three other school districts in the county serving different areas. Parochial education is also available in the community. Trinity Lutheran School 970-867-4931 Brush School District 970-842-5176 Wiggins School District 970-483-7762
Weldon Valley School District 970-645-2411 Fort Morgan is home to Morgan Community College (MCC), which has an open door policy, fully transferable credits, continuing education programs, and vocational training. The college works closely with local businesses to establish training programs to teach industry-specific skills. Contact Morgan Community College at 970-542-3100.
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