Losing power for nearly three days right before Christmas hit Boulder’s small businesses where it hurts most—their busiest, most profitable weekend. Shops like Beleza Coffee Bar and Boulder Wine Merchant are still reeling from tens of thousands in lost sales and spoiled inventory, with little hope of compensation from Xcel or insurance. As climate risks make these outages more common, local owners are calling for better communication and real support. How should Boulder build resilience so businesses aren’t left to fend for themselves next time? What would you want to see from the city or Xcel? #Business #Industry #Boulder