About Us
We are a non-profit organization funded through Health Care Policy and Financing and the Division for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
We employ over 125 staff and partner with service organizations. Colorado Bluesky Enterprises offers services to over 900 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Pueblo County.
Colorado Bluesky Enterprises (CBE) is one of 20 Community Centered Boards (CCB) in Colorado providing services to persons with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities. The CCB system was created by House Bill 121 which was approved by the Legislature before they adjourned on April 7, 1963. From this legislation CBE was created on March 24, 1964 with Articles of Incorporation being approved by the Secretary of State of Colorado. The agency’s first name was “Pueblo County Interagency and Citizens Council for the Seriously Handicapped and the Mentally Retarded”. In 1974 the name was changed to “Pueblo County Board for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.”, and in 1975 it was changed again to “Upper Arkansas Regional Board for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.” because the agency became a Regional Board serving counties west of Pueblo County. However, in 1977 the name changed back to “Pueblo County Board for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.” because the agency discontinued providing services in Cañon City & Salida. In 1998 the agency changed its name to “Colorado Bluesky Enterprises, Inc.” with the intent to rid itself of the stigma of a “labeled’ agency in respect for the persons we support.
What started as a small agency serving a population of fewer than 100 persons, the agency has grown to a caseload of over 1,000 individuals in Pueblo County. Funding for services are through Medicaid, General State funds, local funds, grants, & donations.
A Community Non-Profit
Board of Directors
Colorado Bluesky Enterprises Inc. & Colorado Bluesky Foundation are not-for-profit organizations governed by a board of directors comprised of local community members.
Cindy Midelich
Board President
Board Member Since 2008
Education: University of Colorado – BS in Physical Therapy
Colorado State University – M Ed in Adult Education
Professional Experience: Physical therapist, college faculty and administrator, Professional Consultant
CMihelich@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Melinda Pardo
Vice President
Board Member Since 2021
Education: B.A. from University of Colorado
Professional Experience: Early Intervention Director, Service Coordinator, Product Research & Development Lead, After School Program Director, Peace Corps Volunteer
MPardo@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Kristen Chavez
Secretary
Board Member Since 2023
KChavez@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Renee Greenway
Treasurer
Board Member Since 2011
Trinidad State Junior College – Associate in Accounting; Greenway &Associates
Employee Benefits Consultant
Renee Greenway (2011)- Trinidad State Junior College – Associate in Accounting; Greenway & Associates
Employee Benefits Consultant
RGreenway@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Judy Sikes
Past President
Board Member Since 2014
Education: PhD: Healthcare Management, MA: Medical Sociology, BS: Biology-Medical Technology BA: Sociology Professional Experience: University of Southern Colorado
(Now CSU-P), the University of Colorado, LaSalle University and the University of Tennessee
Professional Experience: Parkview Medical Center (34 years): EMT-I, Medical Technologist, Director of Education, Director of Medical Staff Services, Administrative Director of the Trauma Center; Bio-statistical Performance Improvement Consultant; & Administrative Director of Osteopathic Medical Education
JSikes@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Derrick Blickenstaff
Board Member
Board Member Since 2018
DBlickenstaff@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Wayne Hunter
Board Member
(1999) Eastern New Mexico University – BA Soc. St., History, Psychology Arizona State – MSW
Adam State – MA Special Ed; Realtor ERA Harman Group 2010
Realtor for Rowland Realty – 2 years
School Social Worker – 12 years
Supervise a Child Study Team – 17 years
Special Education Coordinator – 18 years-Retired ESS Administrator-Pueblo School District 60
WHunter@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Robert Pratt
Board Member
Board Member Since 2012
Education: Ricks College-Associate Degree in Medical Technology, Palmer College of Chiropractic
Professional Experience: Doctor of Chiropractic (25 years)
RPratt@coloradoblueskyenterprises.org
Oliver Carlon
Board Member
Board Member Since 2025
Board Meetings
Board of Directors meetings are open to the public. All meetings are held at 12PM on the 1st Wednesday of every month.
Meetings are held at: 2003 Northmoor Terrace, Pueblo, CO 81008.
Real People. Real Impact.
Every contribution plays a vital role in transforming lives, fostering health, hope, and a brighter future for communities in need.
Our initiatives are dedicated to providing essential care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their families and the broader community. We are constantly seeking passionate volunteers who want to make a meaningful impact.
If you are interested in sharing your time and talents, please reach out to us by calling 719-546-0574 or clicking the link below.
Additionally, your generous donations are crucial in helping us continue our services for individuals with disabilities and their families. Join us in our mission to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.