City Testimonials: "I hope that you have received 500 calls saying THANK YOU for the new playground at Bonforte Park! It is a terrific neighborhood park and we so appreciate the improvements. I walk by every day and see so many children and parents enjoying themselves." -Citizen Comment "The crew from Engine 15A were professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and extremely helpful, not only did this group of professionals represent the Fire Department in a positive light, they also speak to a city government that is responsive and courteous to the public."- Citizen Comment "We've found with projects we're doing, the City seems to be as proactive as they possibly can be." -Real Estate CEO "Grateful for the progress made by CSPD to curb shoplifting." -Business Loss Prevention Manager "Not only was my concern addressed in a professional and timely manner, but Finance Planning & Analysis Manager Leslie Hickey took the time to let me know that changes were on the way. This is the direct opposite of some folks' perception of local government." -Citizen Comment "Thank you very much for fixing the potholes on the round about for Squirrel Tail and Brainard as well as the divot by the water outlet on Squirrel Tail towards Musgrave. Thank you, thank you, thank you!" -Citizen Comment "Accounts Payable Supervisor Patti McFarland was true to her word, she called me back within days to give a status report. Then she called again to update me. Then, she called today to let me know she had been able to contact the unreachable tow company, received an invoice, and would be reimbursing the portion the business manager agreed to pay! I know that it was a sustained effort because I tried for several months and got nowhere. I can't express my overwhelming gratitude to Patti and your office for their work in this matter. We run a service-based business and try to learn from other organizations whenever we can. I will bring up this instance at our weekly meeting as an example of good service to be commended and followed.Thanks to you and Patti for the surprisingly positive experience I had with your office." -Local Small Business Owner "Thanks to Traffic Technician Pete Doyle, his community attitude to work with the residents is commendable. Thank you once again." -Citizen Comment "Streets Operations Manager Bard Lower has provided me superb customer service, above and beyond what could reasonably be expected. I know that this has been a priority for your administration, and I felt it important to let you know that it is working. Mr. Lower and his associates deserve kudos for their proactive, thorough handling of this five-year-old snow plowing issue and I am grateful to you as well for making the City more responsive to citizen requests." -Citizen Comment "As a new resident of Colorado Springs, it’s apparent that the City really does excel in taking care of its residents and treats its citizens more like neighbors and friends than just customers on a long “to-do” list. Thank you for all your exceptional service." -Citizen Comment

Anti-Defamation League Offers Reward

May 30, 2012 By News

Media Release from Colorado Springs Police Department:

On April 20^,2012, at 7:15 am, the Colorado Springs Police Department responded to a call at the Temple Beit Shalom, a Jewish Synagogue located at 522 E. Madison Street.

Officers arrived to find five {5} swastikas spray painted in brown paint on various parts of this building. There was also a “Happy 4:20 WSC” spray painted which is believed to be a reference to Hitler’s Birthday. The crime took place between 11:00 pm Thursday evening and 7:15 am Friday morning.

The Colorado Springs Police Department continues to search for the suspect{s} in this Bias Motivated crime.

In addition to any reward available from the Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers, a supplemental reward is being offered by the Anti-Defamation League in the amount of $1500 for information leading to both the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator(s).

If you or anyone you know has information relating to this case, please call Crime Stoppers at 634 STOP.

Anti-Defamation League Contact: Shayna Alexander: 303.830.7177 ext. 217

On April 26, Mayor Bach sent this letter to Temple Beit Torah:

April 26, 2012

Dear Mr. Van Buren and the Members of Temple Beit Torah:

On behalf of the City of Colorado Springs, I write to you today with a heavy heart, not able to imagine the sadness, distress and outrage you must have gone through at the news of your temple being defaced. It must have been especially disturbing for those of you who saw firsthand the damage to the building.

Your community is thinking of you. Those with whom I have spoken have expressed the same disappointment over this incident. Please know that your neighbors, your city and its leaders are with you.

We may never know for sure what motivated this action. Be assured that our Police Department will continue to investigate this crime. Our community cannot and will not tolerate this sort of deplorable behavior.

Sincerely,

Steve Bach

Mayor

Filed Under: Mayor Bach News