The arrival of Amazon in Montrose is the result of a process that began in early 2024. MEDC initially worked with a Site Selector to recruit a then-unnamed company, assisting with data for multiple locations. Following the signing of an NDA in April, we learned the prospect was Amazon—exciting news that remained confidential until an LOI was signed in June 2024.

Through their due diligence, Amazon chose to purchase seven acres of land owned by MEDC north of town off County Road 1. This site allows for easy access to Highway 50 with ample room for transport trucks to maneuver. The sale was finalized in March 2025, and groundbreaking occurred in May.

Amazon has since constructed a 12,000-square-foot last-mile delivery station. This facility enables faster everyday delivery for Montrose and the surrounding area while creating good-paying jobs—both full-time and flextime—with benefits starting on day one and upskilling opportunities after 90 days. Notably, Amazon did not request any incentives or fee allowances; instead, their project infused over $25 million into our community, utilizing many local contractors and purchasing local supplies. The online retail titan employs 50 full- and part-time workers in Montrose, as well as more than 75 “flex drivers” (delivery).

Amazon fits perfectly within our mission to support primary employers.