In a historic step toward strengthening the local economy, the Saguache County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has approved a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Saguache County Sustainable Environment and Economic Development (ScSEED), establishing the organization as the County’s primary economic development partner. This marks the first time Saguache County has entered into a formal, countywide economic development partnership. The agreement reflects a sh

SAGUACHE, CO – Saguache County Sustainable Environment & Economic Development (ScSEED) announced the federal termination of its transportation needs assessment project, administered through the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE). The loss of this critical support has disrupted ongoing work and halted months of progress toward improving transportation access across rural Saguache County. The project was one of hundreds nationwide terminated by the U.S. Depart

We’re excited to share that ScSEED has been featured in a new video produced by The Colorado Trust, highlighting our work in Saguache County and the powerful impact of rural philanthropy partnerships. The video is part of The Colorado Trust’s 40th anniversary celebration in 2025, which commemorates four decades of supporting health equity and community well-being across the state. As part of this celebration, The Trust is recognizing the achievements of grantees who are work

For over two decades, Saguache County Sustainable Environment & Economic Development (ScSEED) has been a driving force in shaping the economic and social landscape in Saguache County. Born from a grassroots movement in the late 1990s, ScSEED has remained dedicated to fostering sustainable development while preserving the county’s rich natural and cultural heritage. The Roots of ScSEED ScSEED was founded in 1997 when local leaders and citizens gathered to explore compatible ec

ScSEED is moving forward with a 2023 Strategic Plan Implementation. Shaped during a workshop held in February, 2023 with board members and community Affiliates, the two-page "Strategic Plan Implementation, 2023" will steer ScSEED’s future actions through alignment with its four foundational pillars, which are community-building, economic development, mindful land use, and health and social well-being. These four pillars were established in 1999 under a founding charter entitl

Starting the new year 2023, ScSEED says goodbye to Liza and hello to Max. As many of you know, Liza Marron will soon be Saguache County Commissioner Marron and, as such, she will be leaving the ScSEED Board. Commissioner Marron will continue to be a treasured advisor and counsel for ScSEED moving forward. Replacing Liza as Chair of ScSEED is Saguache resident, Max Gibson. Max has been on the Board for two years and brings a wealth of experience including many years working in