PEP Member Spotlights
June 2026
๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐ก๐๐ฆ๐ซ๐จ๐๐ค ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ, ๐๐๐
๐ต๐ข๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐ โ๐๐๐ , ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐๐ก๐ฆ, ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐๐ฃ๐๐ ๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐ธ๐ถ๐
Economic development is often measured in projects, investments, and new businesses. But behind every successful project are the relationships, partnerships, and people willing to invest their time and energy into a community's future. For Southeast Colorado, one of those partners is Shamrock Homes LLC.
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Aurora, Colorado, Shamrock Homes is a family-owned real estate development and redevelopment company specializing in residential and commercial projects. What began as a mission to help families navigate challenging life circumstances—including probate, divorce, foreclosure, and other complex situations—has grown into a diversified company offering property acquisition, redevelopment, construction management, brokerage, mortgage, and commercial development services across Colorado. At the core of Shamrock's success is a guiding principle that has been passed down through generations of the ๐ข'๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ป ๐ณ๐ฎ๐บ๐ถ๐น๐: "You can have anything you want if you help enough other people get what they want." For more than a decade, that philosophy has shaped the company's approach to business, partnerships, and community investment, serving as the foundation for everything they do.
While Shamrock Homes was founded along Colorado's Front Range, its connection to Southeast Colorado is rooted in relationships rather than real estate. Managing Partner ๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ๐ ๐ข'๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ป first came to Lamar in 2010 as a member of the Lamar Community College golf team. During his time as a student-athlete, he also officiated high school and youth sports throughout the region, creating lifelong friendships and developing a deep appreciation for the people and communities of Southeast Colorado. A few years later, his brother Tom followed in his footsteps at Lamar Community College, further strengthening the family's ties to the area. Over time, those experiences and relationships transformed a college connection into a lasting bond with the region—one that ultimately inspired Shamrock to invest its time, resources, and expertise in Southeast Colorado's future.
"The people are what make this region special," Brooks shared. "There's a certain aura about Southeast Colorado that's hard to describe. It's one of those things you simply have to experience for yourself."
Those relationships ultimately evolved into a deeper commitment to the region and a desire to help create opportunities for future growth.
That commitment is perhaps most visible through Project One, a collaborative initiative bringing together local leaders, public entities, private partners, and community stakeholders to create new commercial development opportunities in Lamar and Prowers County. For Shamrock, Project One represents far more than a single development site. The vision includes approximately 35 acres of future commercial development while establishing a framework that makes investment more efficient, predictable, and attractive for future businesses and developers. By fostering collaboration early in the process, Project One is helping reduce long-standing barriers to development and build momentum for sustainable economic growth.
What excites Shamrock most is the potential for long-term impact. Using what developers often refer to as an "anchor tenant strategy," Project One aims to attract major brands and businesses that can serve as catalysts for additional investment. As larger employers and retailers establish a presence, smaller businesses, franchise owners, and entrepreneurs often follow, creating a ripple effect of jobs, services, and economic activity throughout the community.
Beyond Project One, Shamrock also serves as Prowers Economic Prosperity's first official Development Partner for the Shovel Ready Program. The partnership is rooted in a shared belief that rural communities possess tremendous potential but often struggle to gain visibility among developers, corporations, and site selectors evaluating opportunities across the country.
Drawing on its experience in commercial real estate, Shamrock helps bridge that gap by connecting local opportunities with decision-makers who may otherwise never discover them. The company's leadership believes site readiness is one of the most effective tools communities can utilize when attracting investment. By organizing due diligence information, infrastructure data, zoning considerations, and development requirements in advance, communities can reduce uncertainty and accelerate the development process while ensuring future projects align with local goals and long-term planning efforts.
Throughout the process, Shamrock has worked alongside numerous local partners including the City of Lamar, Prowers County, Planning & Zoning staff, community leaders, and Prowers Economic Prosperity. Brooks is quick to emphasize that none of the progress made to date would be possible without a collaborative approach.
"It might sound cliché, but a rising tide lifts all boats," he said. "Partnerships are everything. If communities, businesses, and organizations work together, everybody benefits."
Looking ahead, Shamrock's commitment to the region continues to grow. In addition to Project One, the company is actively exploring additional development opportunities throughout Prowers County while continuing to expand its portfolio along the Front Range. For the O'Hearn family, success is measured by more than completed projects—it's about the relationships built, opportunities created, and lasting impact left behind in the communities they serve.
As an Investor-Level Member and Development Partner of Prowers Economic Prosperity, Shamrock Homes represents the kind of collaborative, long-term investment that helps communities move from planning to action.
PEP is grateful for Shamrock Homes' partnership, vision, and belief in the future of Prowers County and Southeast Colorado. Through Project One, the Shovel Ready Program, and a genuine commitment to community-driven growth, Shamrock is helping lay the foundation for opportunities that will benefit residents, businesses, and future generations for years to come.
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๐๏ธ ๐ฆ๐ต๐ฎ๐บ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐, ๐๐๐ ๐๏ธ
๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Eastern Colorado & Front Range
๐ ๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: www.shamrockhomes.net
โญ Project One Development Partner
โญ Investor-Level Member of PEP
Shamrock Homes, LLC
May 2026
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Lamar Light & Power
๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ & ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ซ
๐๐๐ค๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐กโ๐๐๐ ๐ก ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐โ๐๐ ๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ฆ
For more than 100 years, Lamar Light & Power (LL&P) has served as a foundational piece of infrastructure for Southeast Colorado, powering homes, businesses, schools, farms, and communities across the region. Established in 1920, LL&P has grown from a small local utility operating a single 2.5 MW steam generating unit into a modern public power provider serving approximately 5,600 customers across Lamar, Wiley, McClave, Bristol, and Hartman.
Headquartered at 100 N. Second Street in Lamar, LL&P now maintains more than 465 circuit miles of electrical infrastructure across a 167-square-mile service territory in Prowers and Bent Counties. Over the decades, the organization has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of the region through expanded substations, upgraded transmission capabilities, and investments in renewable energy generation.
Today, Lamar Light & Power provides safe, reliable, and cost-effective electrical service while continuing to modernize its system for the future. Current renewable energy efforts include 6 MW of wind generation and the ongoing development of a 5 MW solar project through ARPA funding, bringing the organization’s renewable generation portfolio to 11 MW.
Reliability remains at the center of LL&P’s mission. The utility operates a 24/7 Dispatch and Control Center to respond to outages and power quality concerns at any time, while also offering free energy audits and electric hot water heater rebate programs for customers.
“Providing reliable power starts with investing in both people and infrastructure,” shared Superintendent Houssin Hourieh. “Our goal is to ensure the communities we serve have dependable electrical service not just today, but for generations to come.”
That investment strategy can be seen throughout the system. LL&P has implemented advanced technologies including SCADA systems, AMI metering infrastructure, GIS mapping systems, upgraded protective relays, and modernized substation equipment to improve efficiency, reliability, and outage response capabilities.
As a publicly owned, nonprofit utility directed by a local five-member board, Lamar Light & Power maintains a strong connection to the communities it serves. Beyond providing electricity, the organization actively supports local youth programs, scholarships, safety demonstrations for elementary students, and career development initiatives through Lamar Community College. LL&P also partners closely with organizations like Prowers Economic Prosperity and the Lamar Chamber of Commerce to support regional growth and economic stability.
With a workforce of 30 employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $17.5 million, LL&P also serves as an important economic contributor in Southeast Colorado. Ongoing investments into infrastructure, maintenance, and system upgrades help support both reliability and long-term regional development.
Looking ahead, LL&P continues to position itself for the future through projects including the Willow Valley Substation, additional system upgrades, expanded GIS capabilities, and renewable energy development.
“Southeast Colorado has tremendous potential for renewable energy growth,” Hourieh said. “As infrastructure continues to expand, our region is uniquely positioned to play an important role in Colorado’s energy future.”
As an Investor-Level Member of Prowers Economic Prosperity (PEP), Lamar Light & Power plays a critical role in supporting business growth, workforce retention, agricultural operations, and overall quality of life throughout Southeast Colorado. Reliable and affordable energy remains essential to a strong regional economy, and LL&P continues to demonstrate its long-standing commitment to powering both communities and progress.
PEP is grateful for Lamar Light & Power’s continued partnership, leadership, and investment in Southeast Colorado. Through innovation, reliability, and community involvement, LL&P continues to help power the future of our region.
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๐๐๐๐ข๐๐: 100 N. Second Street, Lamar, CO
๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ: (719) 336-7456
๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: www.lamarlightandpower.com
๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด: Lamar, Wiley, McClave, Bristol & Hartman
April 2026
Southeast Colorado Power Association
๐๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐จ ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
๐๐๐ค๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ข๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐ด๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ข๐กโ๐๐๐ ๐ก ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
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For nearly nine decades, Southeast Colorado Power Association (SECPA) has played a vital role in powering homes, businesses, and communities across Southeastern Colorado. Established in 1937, SECPA operates as a member-owned electric cooperative, serving a vast 11-county region that stretches from the Kansas state line to Pueblo, and from the New Mexico border to Colorado Springs.
Headquartered in La Junta with additional offices in Lamar, Springfield, and Eads, SECPA provides reliable electric service to more than 10,000 active meters across one of the largest certificated service territories in the state. Despite covering such a large geographic footprint, the cooperative operates with one of the lowest meter-per-mile ratios in Colorado thus highlighting both the challenges and the commitment required to serve rural communities.
SECPA’s impact extends far beyond electricity. Through its subsidiary, Southeast Colorado Communications (SECOM), the organization is also expanding access to broadband internet and telecommunications services across the region. This dual focus on energy and connectivity positions SECPA as a critical infrastructure provider, helping ensure Southeast Colorado remains both powered and connected in an increasingly digital world.
As a regional employer, SECPA and SECOM support a workforce of 95 employees and contribute approximately $7 million annually in wages into the local economy. These jobs not only provide stable employment but also support families, local businesses, and long-term economic stability throughout the communities they serve.
Reliability and responsiveness are at the core of SECPA’s operations. The organization maintains thousands of miles of distribution and transmission infrastructure that supports both residential and industrial energy needs. Whether responding to outages in the middle of the night or investing in system upgrades, SECPA remains committed to delivering safe, dependable power no matter the conditions.
That commitment is reinforced through ongoing investments in infrastructure and modernization. Over the past year, SECPA has invested more than $4.5 million into system improvements, while also advancing efforts to convert substations to SCADA technology. This allows for remote monitoring and improved system reliability. At the same time, SECOM has secured a $26 million grant to expand fiber connectivity to rural communities, ensuring that more residents have access to high-speed internet by the end of 2026.
Beyond infrastructure, the organization actively supports local fairs, 4-H livestock sales, and youth development programs across its service area. Through scholarships totaling more than $10,000 annually and a sponsored Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., SECPA continues to invest in the next generation of leaders in Southeast Colorado.
“SECPA is committed to serving the electrical needs of both existing and new members. Through a board-approved aid-to-construction program, we’re able to help offset the cost of new projects making it easier for members to expand existing operations or pursue new development opportunities,” shared CEO Mark Hall. His perspective reflects the cooperative’s mission: to provide high quality and reliable electric service at a reasonable cost to their members; improve their quality of life through new technologies and services; be a visible and active member of the community; and serve their members with respect, courtesy, and
responsiveness. “I’m proud to have served as a SECPA employee for the past 21 years, working every day to ensure our members’ electrical needs are met with reliability and care.”
As an Investor-Level Member of Prowers Economic Prosperity, SECPA plays a foundational role in supporting economic development across Southeast Colorado. Reliable and affordable electricity is essential to business operations, agricultural production, healthcare services, and overall quality of life. By continuing to invest in infrastructure, expand connectivity, and serve its members with consistency, SECPA helps ensure the region remains positioned for long-term growth and stability.
PEP is grateful for Southeast Colorado Power Association’s continued partnership and commitment to the communities it serves. Through its dedication to reliability, innovation, and service, SECPA continues to power not just homes and businesses, but the future of Southeast Colorado.
๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: La Junta, CO | Lamar, Springfield, Eads
๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ: 719.384.2551
๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: www.secpa.com
๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐: Electric Distribution, Outage Response, Energy Programs
๐ฆ๐๐๐ข๐ : Broadband & Telecommunications
๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ: 11 Counties across Southeast Colorado.
March 2026
Lamar Community College
๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ ๐
๐ธ๐๐๐๐โ๐๐๐ ๐ฟ๐๐ฃ๐๐ ๐โ๐๐๐ข๐โ ๐ธ๐๐ข๐๐๐ก๐๐๐
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For nearly nine decades, ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ด๐ฒ (๐๐๐) has served as a cornerstone of education and opportunity in ๐ฆ๐ผ๐๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ผ. Originally established in 1937 as the Junior College of Southeast Colorado, LCC continues to provide residents of Prowers, Baca, Kiowa, and Cheyenne counties and beyond with educational opportunities for individuals of all goals and career aspirations.
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As part of the Colorado Community College System, LCC offers a wide range of degree and certificate programs designed to prepare students to transfer into four-year colleges or universities or enter the workforce in high-demand industries. Its programs span fields including nursing, renewable energy, technology, business, agriculture, behavioral sciences, and, more recently, plumbing and heavy equipment.
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The impact of LCC extends far beyond the classroom. A 2017 economic impact study conducted by the research firm Ensi found that LCC students and alumni contributed $41.1 million to the regional economy. In recent years, that impact has continued to grow through new programs designed to meet the evolving needs of Southeast Colorado.
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The Spring 2026 semester marked another milestone with the launch of LCC’s Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Business Administration, the college’s first four-year degree. Another notable recent development is the launch of LCC’s High School Diploma Program through the Adult Career Education Center. Introduced in Spring 2026, the tuition-free program allows working adults to complete their high school education while simultaneously taking college-level courses. As of early March, 17 students have enrolled, each working toward both their diploma and college credits.
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"This is a transformative moment for our college, our students, and Southeast Colorado," said Dr. Rosana Reyes, President of LCC, about the BAS. "Offering a bachelor’s degree right here at LCC opens new doors for local students and strengthens the workforce pipeline in our region."
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Looking ahead to the Fall 2026 semester, LCC plans to further expand educational opportunities that align with regional workforce needs by introducing five new associate degree and several new certificate programs in areas including health science, agriculture education, heavy equipment, and behavioral health.
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Student success remains central to LCC’s mission. Through programs like COSI ASAP, a replica of the nationally recognized Accelerated Study in Academic Pathways (ASAP) and supported by the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI), students receive enhanced academic, tuition and housing support, a monthly stipend, and academic support to help them complete their degrees and reach their career goals.
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The college’s commitment to opportunity extends to its employees as well, reflecting a deep belief that institutional excellence begins with investing in people. By ensuring the vast majority of its workforce receives adjustments that keep pace with competitive wages, LCC affirms the value of their contributions. Beyond compensation, the College has created meaningful pathways for advancement through tuition reimbursement for bachelor’s and graduate studies, empowering employees to continue learning, grow in their careers, and model the very spirit of lifelong learning that defines the institution.
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As an Investor-Level Member of Prowers Economic Prosperity (PEP), LCC plays an essential role in building Southeast Colorado’s workforce. LCC staff actively participate in PEP’s Workforce Development Committee and collaborate on initiatives that connect education to local industry needs. One key example is the college’s soon-to-be launched concurrent enrollment program expansion in Welding. This grant-funded Welding Concurrent Program in four local high schools will bring equipment and curriculum to help students gain career-ready skills before graduation.
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Workforce development also drives LCC’s partnership with the Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC). With a consistent presence on campus, SBDC supports entrepreneurs and small business owners across the region. In February 2026, the organization helped lead the soft relaunch of LCC’s Innovate & Make Space, a collaborative workspace where students, community members, and entrepreneurs can use advanced fabrication equipment to turn ideas into real products. Combined with over $19 million in campus renovations, these investments position the college as a hub for innovation, workforce training, and community growth.
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PEP is grateful for LCC’s continued partnership and its long-standing commitment to strengthening Southeast Colorado. By expanding access to education, supporting workforce development, and investing in the success of students and businesses alike, LCC continues to play a vital role in building a stronger regional economy.
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๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO 81052
๐๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ: Lamar Community College
๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: www.lamarcc.edu
๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ: 719-336-2248
February 2026
High Plains Community Health Center
๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก ๐๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ
๐ด ๐ป๐๐๐๐กโ๐๐๐๐ ๐ด๐๐โ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ธ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐กโ๐๐๐ ๐ก ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
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๐๐ถ๐ด๐ต ๐ฃ๐น๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐น๐๐ต ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ (HPCHC) has been a cornerstone of accessible, compassionate healthcare in Southeast Colorado for more than 30 years. As a Federally Qualified Health Center serving Prowers, Baca, Bent, and Kiowa counties, HPCHC plays a vital role in strengthening both community health and the region’s long-term stability.
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With clinic locations in Lamar and Holly, HPCHC provides integrated primary care, dental, and behavioral health services, ensuring patients can access comprehensive care close to home regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. This patient-centered model reduces barriers to care while supporting healthier, more resilient communities across the region.
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Beyond healthcare delivery, HPCHC is also a significant economic driver in Prowers County. With a growing workforce of 84 employees, the organization supports local jobs, attracts healthcare professionals to the area, and contributes to long-term workforce stability which remains an essential component of economic development in rural communities.
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HPCHC has made meaningful strides in strengthening continuity of care. After years of relying on temporary providers, the health center is now 100% staffed with in-house providers, allowing for stronger patient relationships and more consistent care. With additional providers expected to join the team in early 2026, High Plains is excited to announce that they are now open on Saturdays and accepting new patients. HPCHC’s goal is to grow the organization’s capacity in order to better serve Southeast Colorado through expanded access for working families and individuals across the region.
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“Having a fully staffed team of in-house providers allows us to build long-term relationships with our patients and provide the kind of consistent, high-quality care our region deserves—and on a schedule that meets their needs,” said Jeremy Carroll, CEO of High Plains Community Health Center.
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Community connection is central to HPCHC’s mission. The organization maintains a strong and essential partnership with Prowers Medical Center, helping ensure broad, coordinated, and equitable access to healthcare across Southeast Colorado. Beyond clinical collaboration, the HPCHC team is actively engaged in the community throughout the year by participating in events such as the Back 2 School Bash; Sand and Sage Fair activities including Family Night, Kids Day, and the Parade; the Suicide Awareness 5K; Beer and Brats for Boobies 5K; Trick or Treat Street; Community Thanksgiving; and Family Wellness Night, reinforcing its role as a trusted community partner.
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High Plains also collaborates with and supports numerous local organizations, including Lamar School District, Head Start, DSS, Parade of Lights, LCC Booster Club, the Holiday Basketball Tournament, Lamar Area Hospice, the City of Lamar Employee Wellness Fair, the Lamar Community College Career Fair, and Sparrow House, further demonstrating its commitment to community well-being beyond clinic walls.
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“We believe strong community involvement not only enriches the care we provide but also strengthens the trust and relationships we build with our patients,” says Jeremy Carroll. “By working alongside local partners and organizations, we’re able to promote a healthier, more connected, and more resilient community.”
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As an Investor-Level Member of Prowers Economic Prosperity (PEP), HPCHC plays an important role in strengthening the foundation that allows Southeast Colorado communities to thrive. Reliable access to comprehensive, high-quality healthcare supports workforce stability, helps families remain rooted locally, and contributes to the overall strength of the regional economy.
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PEP is grateful for High Plains Community Health Center’s continued partnership, leadership, and commitment to Southeast Colorado. Through its focus on accessibility, prevention, and collaboration, HPCHC helps ensure the region remains not only healthier but more connected, resilient, and positioned for the future.
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๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Main Clinic - 201 Kendall Drive, Lamar CO
Family Health Center - 200 Kendall Drive, Lamar CO
Holly Clinic - 410 West Colorado, Holly CO
๐๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ: High Plains Community Health Center
๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: www.highplainschc.net
๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ: 719-336-0261
January 2026
Prowers Medical Center
๐๐๐ง๐ฎ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐ข๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ
๐๐๐ถ– ๐๐๐ข๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐๐ก๐, ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐
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๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐ ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ (PMC) has been a cornerstone of healthcare and community stability in Southeast Colorado for more than five decades. ๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ๐ฟ, PMC serves a four-county region—Prowers, Baca, Bent, and Kiowa counties—providing advanced, patient-centered care in a setting defined by hometown compassion.
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Designated as a Critical Access Hospital and Level IV Trauma Center, PMC operates a 99,000-square-foot campus with 25 private patient rooms and a full spectrum of services ranging from emergency care and primary care to surgery, orthopedics, women’s health, rehabilitation, and telemedicine. In 2023, PMC proudly reopened its New Beginnings Birth Center, re-establishing labor and delivery services and positioning the hospital as a regional hub for maternal care.
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Beyond the services it provides, PMC plays a vital role in the region’s economic health. With a workforce of more than 200 professionals, many of whom have deep local ties and long tenures, PMC is one of the area’s most stable employers. Its consistent provider base, specialty service stability, and ongoing investment in advanced certifications support not only quality care, but a strong and reliable workforce.
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“Healthcare is personal,” said Karen Bryant, CEO of Prowers Medical Center. “We make a difference in someone’s life each and every day through small moments that have a tremendous impact on a person’s health and well-being. That responsibility is both a rare privilege and a profound calling.”
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As an Investor-Level Contributor to Prowers Economic Prosperity (PEP), PMC demonstrates a clear understanding of the link between healthcare access and economic development. Strong healthcare infrastructure is a key factor in workforce retention, business attraction, and overall quality of life—making PMC an essential partner in regional growth.
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“Community economic health and hospital sustainability are closely connected,” Bryant added. “By working together, organizations with shared values can strengthen not just healthcare, but the future of our entire region.”
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PEP is grateful for Prowers Medical Center’s longstanding support, leadership, and commitment to collaboration. Through its investment in people, partnerships, and place, PMC continues to help ensure Southeast Colorado remains healthy, resilient, and positioned for long-term prosperity.
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Prowers Economic Prosperity would like to extend a heartfelt "THANK YOU" to PMC for being a valued member.
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๐๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: 401 Kendall Drive, Lamar CO 81052
๐๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ: Prowers Medical Center
๐ช๐ฒ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ: www.prowersmedical.com
๐ฃ๐ต๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ: 719-336-4343
September 2025
City of Lamar
๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ: ๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ – ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐๐ ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ญ๐ก
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As a foundational public-sector contributor, the City of Lamar stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Prowers Economic Prosperity (PEP) in pursuing economic growth. From strategic visioning to hands-on collaboration, the City consistently demonstrates what it means to be a working partner in Southeast Colorado’s economic future.
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Like Prowers County, the City of Lamar contributes not only financially, but also through active leadership. The City’s designated voting delegate on the PEP Board of Directors is Anne-Marie Crampton, the City’s Community Development Director. Anne-Marie currently serves as PEP Board Secretary and has previously served as Board President—a testament to her enduring commitment and steady leadership.
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Over recent years, the City of Lamar has played a vital role in guiding and supporting key economic development initiatives. These include assisting in creating the Business Enhancement Grant Program and Common Incentive Application, as well as collaborating in the region’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for our future. PEP and its long-term partners are actively seeking opportunities to attract new businesses, developers, and
investors to the area—paving the way for job creation and long-term sustainability.
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The City’s commitment doesn’t end there. Lamar actively collaborates with PEP’s working committees, contributing valuable insight and alignment from its recent ten-year comprehensive plan. These efforts are shaping real-world solutions to the community and county’s most pressing needs, including housing and workforce development.
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“The City of Lamar is an essential partner in both the vision and execution of PEP’s work,” said PEP Executive Director Tallie Harmon. “Their collaborative approach, consistent leadership, and strategic alignment with our initiatives have helped turn ideas into action. Their support reflects a true commitment to meaningful, long-term growth for Southeast Colorado.”
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In recent years, the City of Lamar has strategically aligned itself with vital regional and state organizations, including Southeast Colorado Enterprise Development Inc., Southeast Council of Governments, Colorado Municipal League, and multiple State agencies, for example, Colorado’s Main Street effort led by the Department of Local Affairs. These alignments ensure project coordination, informed planning, and smart growth that reflects the region’s full potential.
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Brent Bates, PEP Project Assistant and current Lamar City Councilmember, shared, “I’m excited about the momentum we’re building. The collaboration between the City of Lamar and PEP is starting to show results—and it’s only the beginning. We have new wind in our sails, and we’re ready to make waves.”
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From governance and policy to on-the-ground partnerships, the City of Lamar continues to be a catalyst for growth—fostering relationships, embracing opportunities, and helping shape a brighter future for Southeast Colorado.
August 2025
Prowers County
๐ ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐น๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐: ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐๐ – ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ป ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐
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When it comes to building a stronger Southeast Colorado, ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐๐ has long been more than just a partner—it’s been a pillar.
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As a founding member of ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ (๐ฃ๐๐ฃ) since its inception in 2017, Prowers County has remained the organization’s largest public-sector contributor and one of its most steadfast champions. From strategic planning to hands-on project implementation, the County’s involvement is deeply woven into the fabric of PEP’s mission: creating a thriving, sustainable economy in Southeast Colorado.
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That commitment has translated into tangible outcomes across the region. Through County-backed incentive programs—including the ๐๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐ป๐ต๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ and the ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป—local businesses have been able to grow, innovate, and remain competitive.
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Prowers County has also played a central role in the development of housing strategy, acting as a key entity for grant acquisition and community alignment. Its collaboration with PEP and other stakeholders in the ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ต๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ผ๐ฝ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ (๐๐๐๐ฆ) further solidifies its leadership in shaping long-term solutions.
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And while infrastructure and incentives are critical, the County's impact extends far beyond brick and mortar. In partnership with PEP, state agencies, and educational institutions, Prowers County helped spearhead a robust career fair that reached high school students and adult job seekers alike—offering hands-on exposure to local industries, job-readiness workshops, and opportunities for workforce development.
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Additionally, the County worked closely with PEP to help bring Sewn Goods training and manufacturing to Southeast Colorado, an emerging initiative that continues to grow and create opportunities in the region.
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“๐ช๐ถ๐๐ต๐ผ๐๐ ๐๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐ด ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐๐ฏ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ-๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ผ๐ฟ ๐บ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐น๐ถ๐ธ๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐๐, ๐ฃ๐๐ฃ ๐๐ผ๐๐น๐ฑ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ ๐ถ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐,” said Executive Director Tallie Harmon. “๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ป ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ ๐ถ๐ ๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ ๐ฏ๐๐ถ๐น๐ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ต๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ธ, ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ท๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ ๐ฝ๐น๐ฎ๐ป๐ป๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐ ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ ๐๐ผ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐ผ๐๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ผ.”
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Prowers County’s leadership reminds us that economic development isn’t just about funding—it’s about vision, collaboration, and showing up for your community. From launching incentive programs to building new pathways for workforce growth, the County continues to lead with purpose.
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PEP is proud to recognize ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐๐ as the first Member Spotlight, honoring not just years of support—but years of shared success.