Fort Collins chamber receives 3rd accreditation from national group

FORT COLLINS — The Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce has received five-star accreditation for the third time. It is one of two chambers in the state and one of 190 chambers across the country to receive accreditation.

The award comes from the United States Chamber of Commerce, which had its board meeting last week. The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce received a four-star rating; Fort Collins has the only five-star chamber.

“Now more than ever, chambers of commerce have stepped up to serve as a resource to the  business community and advocates of free enterprise,” Raymond P. Towle, U.S. Chamber vice…