Wow, so now its not only "anti-growth" but "anti-business" as well. And then there's the personal attack of "a public employee who leans on the tax dollar." How crass you are Rae Lion. 

Here's a challenge for you: Please go gather some real (not fake news) numbers about how the Union corridor's growth has stimulated the economy. Rather than spouting your "biased opinion" (btw, an opinion piece is, by its very nature, SUPPOSED to be biased. That's why they are labeled OPINION), some solid numbers would sure be beneficial.

As for the Strategic Growth initiative, I just read where Golden was named the "best city in Colorado to raise a family." And, it has the second-lowest unemployment rate and the sixth lowest property crime rate. Lakewood came in at 23. To me, that speaks volumes. Here's a link to the survey should you wish to peruse it: https://smartasset.com/mortgage/the-best-places-to-raise-a-family-in-colorado