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

Where Should Mayor Bach Hike Next?

April 17, 2012 By

Mayor and Suzi Bach enjoyed hiking through Red Rock Canyon with supporters of the Indy Give Fundraising campaign.  

Since there are so many beautiful parks, trails and open space areas throughout Colorado Springs. Do you have a favorite you’d recommend to Mayor Bach?

Take the poll to let him know!

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Mayor Hikes Red Rock Canyon with Indy Give Supporters

April 13, 2012 By

It was a beautiful day to hike the Canyon at Red Rock with Mayor Bach and his wife, Suzi. Next to the striking scenery, he was a big draw since he donated his time to this event as part of the Indy Give fundraising campaign.   

Mayor Bach loves to be out and about, engaging with people from all around Colorado Springs. He’s an outdoorsy person who is genuinely interested in what people have to say.

Even though the Mayor’s schedule is extremely tight – some weeks he attends multiple community events each day – he feels it’s very important to participate. One of his key initiatives, in addition to a focus on jobs and transforming city government, is engaging the community.

It wasn’t easy to focus on conversation when there were so many scenic distractions to look at!

Following the brisk outdoors experience, the group moved indoors for breakfast and discussion. Mayor Bach took questions and discussed ways we can all make things better in Colorado Springs.

Publisher of The Independent, spoke about the importance of the Indy Give Campaign and thanked Mayor and Suzi Bach, as well as all the other hikers for their participation in the worthy cause. 

 

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Colorado Springs Continues Parks Irrigation System Upgrades

March 30, 2012 By

                                                        

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Julie Smith

Communications Specialist

(719) 385-5256

NEWS RELEASE

March 30, 2012

 COLORADO SPRINGS CONTINUING EFFORT TO UPGRADE PARKS IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

The City of Colorado Springs Parks Maintenance Division, with funding from Colorado Springs Utilities, is continuing an on-going project to upgrade irrigation systems throughout all City parks. Since 2010, Colorado Springs Utilities has put $750,000 into upgrading the irrigation systems in 55 parks with plans to upgrade another 20 parks in 2012.  These upgrades include park retrofits, rain sensors, the installation of ‘smart’ irrigation controllers, and new system installations.  New sprinkler heads and controllers have shown a 20% increase in efficiency.

Every park with an irrigation system (156) now has a rain sensor.  Six parks have entirely brand new, efficient systems. Over 60 water conservation audits have already been completed, and audits on all parks will be finished by the end of 2013. 

“More efficient water usage leads to healthier grass that stands up better to weeds and everyday park use,” says Kurt Schroeder, Manager of Parks Operations and Development. “It creates a more beautiful park system and saves the City money on maintenance such as re-seeding costs.”

The improvements will help the City park system for years into the future and currently as the warm, dry weather has prompted Parks staff to turn on the irrigation systems approximately one month earlier than usual.  Early watering is an important step to help protect the 300 acres of over-seeding done last year with one-time funding promised at Mayor Bach’s inauguration.

“The additional over-seeding that was done in 2011 was a success and the grass took well in many of our parks that needed it,” says Schroeder.  “By turning our water on now, we are working to ensure that all of our parks are green and healthy this summer.  Hopefully we’ll get some help from Mother Nature as well.”

The Mayor’s Parks Solutions Team has placed a high priority on water management and it is expected that recommendations regarding such will play a major part in the final report.  The Solutions Team is scheduled to give a report to City Council on April 23.

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