Strong Towns: People-centered, Financially Resilient Communities

Building a Better Berthoud—with Strong Foundations

At Better Berthoud, we believe that a strong town is one that grows intentionally—in a way that honors its history, its people, and its land. Our mission to defend Berthoud’s agricultural heritage and rural charm aligns closely with the principles promoted by Strong Towns, a national movement dedicated to making communities financially resilient, people-centered, and rooted in long-term value—not short-term profit.

We share Strong Towns' belief that:

• Development should pay for itself: Infrastructure expansion must be financially sustainable over generations, not subsidized by future residents or local taxpayers.
  → The Growth Ponzi Scheme
• Small investments have big impact: Incremental, community-scaled development supports local businesses, builds resilience, and preserves identity.
  → The Power of Growing Incrementally
• Local voices matter: The best development decisions are made by people who live in the community—not by faraway developers chasing volume.
  → We Cannot Rely on Large-Scale Development
• Rural towns deserve better: Being small or agricultural doesn’t mean settling for poor planning or out-of-scale growth. It means leading with care.

Berthoud is not just another location on a developer’s map. It’s the Garden Spot of Colorado—a living landscape with deep roots and a vibrant future. Like Strong Towns, we advocate for growth that enhances our unique strengths instead of erasing them.

“If you care about the future of Berthoud, if you believe growth should serve our town—not steamroll it—then you’re in the right place.”

Let’s build a Better Berthoud together.

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