Building a Strong Colorado Economy

Empowering Families. Fueling Innovation. Clean It Up Colorado 

Colorado’s strength isn’t just in its mountains — it’s in its people. But too many Coloradans are being priced out, burned out, or left out. It’s time for leadership that listens, builds locally, and serves people over politics.

Colorado’s economy looks strong on paper — GDP up 15% in five years and unemployment low — but families are struggling to keep up. Housing, healthcare, and childcare costs outpace wages. Small businesses face corporate monopolies. Fourteen percent of rural households still lack reliable broadband. And billions in tax dollars sit in Wall Street banks instead of circulating through Colorado communities.

The question is simple:
Will we let outside interests hollow out our prosperity, or will we build a fair, resilient Colorado that puts people before profit?

The Bank of Colorado — Keeping Our Money at Home

“This isn’t a new bureaucracy — it’s common sense. Keep Colorado’s money working for Colorado.”
— Jon Collamer

Modeled after the successful Bank of North Dakota, a public Bank of Colorado will:

• Provide low-interest loans for small businesses, farmers, and first-time homebuyers.

• Finance affordable housing and community infrastructure.

• Invest in geothermal, battery storage, and clean energy projects that create thousands of jobs.

• Support mental wellness and preventative healthcare initiatives.

• Operate transparently, with fiscal discipline and zero Wall Street speculation.

A public bank means every dollar we earn stays in the state — circulating through our towns, schools, and small businesses instead of vanishing into corporate vaults.

That’s fiscal responsibility with a heart.

Clean Energy and Geothermal Jobs

“Clean energy isn’t a buzzword — it’s how we keep the lights on, the air clean, and the jobs here at home.”
— Jon Collamer

Colorado can lead the nation in clean, homegrown energy:

• Over 67,000 clean-energy jobs already exist — growing twice as fast as the overall economy.

• A single 4-MW geothermal project powers thousands of homes and creates hundreds of jobs.

• Battery storage and grid modernization employ more than 3,300 Coloradans, with rapid growth ahead.

Clean energy isn’t the future — it’s Colorado’s opportunity right now.

By investing in renewable infrastructure and workforce training, we build independence from federal control and create lasting prosperity for generations.

Smarter Government, Digital Future

“Government should be as fast as your smartphone — not slower than your fax machine.”
— Jon Collamer

Colorado can save millions by modernizing outdated systems and embracing technology.

• Transition to paperless government to cut waste and save time.

• Expand universal broadband to every home — rural or urban.

• Deliver mobile-friendly, accessible digital services for every Coloradan.

Efficiency isn’t bureaucracy — it’s government that works. Every form that goes digital saves time, trees, and taxpayer dollars.

Prevention Is Stronger Than Cure

“Healthy people build strong economies. Prevention isn’t idealism — it’s math.”
— Jon Collamer

According to the WHO and CDC, prevention saves up to ten times the cost of future crises.

• Preventive care keeps families healthy and workers productive.

• Mental wellness and education reduce emergencies before they begin.

• Investments in youth programs and community wellness centers save lives and budgets.

Strong economies are built on healthy people — not reactive systems.

Affordable Housing for Colorado Families

The Challenge

Home prices have climbed more than 40% in the last decade, while wages rose just 27%.
Over 250,000 Colorado households spend half their income or more on housing.
Teachers, nurses, and service workers can’t afford to live in the communities they serve.
Young families are leaving, and homelessness continues to rise.

Housing isn’t just an economic issue — it’s a moral one. Stable housing builds stronger families, safer neighborhoods, and healthier communities.

Real Solutions

1. The Bank of Colorado
Create a public financing model for affordable housing — investing in people and communities without raising taxes.

2. Incentivize Development
Partner with cities and counties to support mixed-income projects and convert unused commercial spaces into homes.

3. Support Renters & Buyers
Establish a First-Time Homebuyer Fund, expand renter protections, and offer down-payment assistance.

4. Rural Solutions
Promote modular housing, broadband expansion, and sustainable water use to help small towns thrive.

5. Homelessness Prevention
Invest in mental wellness centers, transitional housing, and job training — building a pathway to long-term stability.

Everyday Life Improvements

• Teachers living in the same neighborhoods where they teach.

• Young families buying their first homes right here in Colorado.

• Seniors aging safely and comfortably in place.

• Workers spending less time commuting — and more time with their families.

“No teacher should have to commute an hour to the classroom she loves. No senior should have to leave the community he built.”
— Jon Collamer

Accountability & Partnerships

Colorado’s housing crisis demands teamwork and transparency. State and local governments, nonprofits, developers, and philanthropists must work together to expand supply, keep costs fair, and build responsibly.

“A decent home is the dream of every family. To make it possible is the duty of every nation.”
— Franklin D. Roosevelt

Aiming for Greatness

Together, we can build a Colorado where:

• Families thrive in affordable, connected communities.

• Small businesses grow through local investment and innovation.

• Clean energy fuels independence and creates good jobs.

• Housing is a foundation for opportunity — not a barrier.

This is our moment.
This is our movement.
This is Clean It Up Colorado 

Jon Collamer
Independent Candidate for Governor of Colorado, 2026
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