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

Mayor Bach Recognizes Maria Ambuul with Spirit Award

March 5, 2012 By

American Heritage Girl, Maria Ambuul, and her family met with Mayor Bach, Suzi Bach and Councilman Tim Leigh to receive a Spirit of the Springs Celebrate Award for her achievement.

Maria, a high school senior, recently became the first-ever Colorado recipient of an American Heritage Girls “Stars and Stripes” award, which is equivalent to the Boy Scouts’ Eagle Award.

 

Ambuul completed a combination of badge work, religious recognition and service to earn the award. She completed a 100-hour service project for her parish in Colorado Springs, leading an effort to build an outdoor shrine.

Her family and friends (shown below) participated in the recognition event. “I am very impressed with Maria. She exemplifies the dedication, commitment and vision we want to encourage in our youth,” said Mayor Bach. “She is a great example of leadership in our community.”

Only 47 other girls nationwide have earned a Stars and Stripes award — the highest achievement an American Heritage Girl can earn.

 

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American Heritage Girl Maria Ambuul to be Recognized by Mayor Bach

March 2, 2012 By

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release: March 2, 2012          Contact: Cindy Aubrey, (719) 385-5254

                                                                                 

Mayor Bach to Present Award to Local Student

            Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach will present a Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” Award to Maria Ambuul, a 17-year-old high school senior, who recently became the first-ever Colorado recipient of an American Heritage Girls “Stars and Stripes” award, which is equivalent to the Boy Scouts’ Eagle Award.

            Mayor Bach, along with Councilmember Tim Leigh, will present the Celebration Award on Monday, March 5, at 4:30 p.m. in the Mayor’s Office of the City Administration Building (30 S. Nevada Avenue Suite 601).

            Ambuul completed a combination of badge work, religious recognition and service to earn the award. She completed a 100-hour service project for her parish in Colorado Springs, leading an effort to build an outdoor shrine.  Only 47 other girls nationwide have earned a Stars and Stripes award — the highest achievement an American Heritage Girl can earn.

            “I am very impressed with Maria. She exemplifies the type of dedication, commitment and vision we want to encourage for the youth of Colorado Springs,” said Mayor Bach. “I would point to her as an example young people can follow.”

            The Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” award is presented by the Mayor of Colorado Springs. It recognizes a noteworthy achievement which has brought great honor and pride to the City of Colorado Springs or has been distinguished at a state, national or international level.

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Spirit Award for Cheyenne Mountain School District 12

March 1, 2012 By

Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 received a Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” Award from Mayor Bach for being named a district “Accredited with Distinction” by the State Board of Education and Colorado Department of Education.

Mayor Bach also presented a Spirit of the Springs Award to Cheyenne Mountain High School for having the highest graduation rate in the Pikes Peak Region, and the highest graduation rate in the State among districts with more than 100 graduates.

District 12 is one of 2 districts in Colorado Springs to be ‘Accredited with Distinction,’ an award given to only the top 18 school districts (10 percent) across the State. 

 

Colorado accreditation categories are based on rankings from measures of academic achievement, academic growth, academic growth gaps among subgroups of students, and postsecondary and workforce readiness.

“We are very proud of District 12 and Cheyenne Mountain High School for setting a terrific example for education in Colorado Springs and the state of Colorado,” said Mayor Bach.

The Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” award is presented by the Mayor of Colorado Springs.  It recognizes a noteworthy achievement which has brought great honor and pride to the City of Colorado Springs or has been distinguished at a state, national or international level.

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A Winning Wrestling Team at Pine Creek High School

March 1, 2012 By

Wrestling is a contact sport and this morning, Colorado Springs Mayor Bach connected with a team of champions at Pine Creek High School.

Pine Creek’s High School wrestling team won the State 5A Wrestling Championship, the first in any sport since the school opened in 1998.

They gave Mayor Bach a very warm welcome when he visited on March 1, 2012 to present a Spirit of the Springs “Celebrate” Award for their achievement.

The Mayor said, “I’m here to let you know that the entire city of Colorado Springs is proud of you and what you’ve accomplished.”

 

The Eagles were led by 106-pound champion Trenton Watson, a freshman, and had eight wrestlers finish in the top six to defeat the second place team.

 

The Spirit of the Springs “Celebrate” Award is presented by the Mayor when a noteworthy achievement has brought great honor and pride to the City of Colorado Springs or has been distinguished at a state, national or international level.

 

“We appreciate the dedication and discipline it takes to compete and succeed in the sport of wrestling,” said Mayor Bach.  “We hope such students as these can become tomorrow’s City leaders.”

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Pine Creek High School Wrestling Team Gets Spirit Award

March 1, 2012 By

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

For Immediate Release: March 1, 2012  Contact:               Cindy Aubrey, (719) 385-5254 or John Leavitt, (719) 385-5242

 

Mayor Bach to Present Award to Pine Creek High School Wrestling Team

            Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach will present a Spirit of the Springs “Celebrate” Award to Pine Creek High School’s wrestling team today (March 1) for winning the State 5A wrestling team championship.  The state title was Pine Creek’s first in any sport since the school opened in 1998.

            Mayor Bach will meet with team representatives to present the Celebrate Award at 10 a.m. at the school (10750 Thunder Mountain Ave., 80908). 

            The Eagles were led by 106-pound champion Trenton Watson, a freshman, and had eight wrestlers finish in the top six to defeat second place team Pomona.

            “We appreciate the dedication and discipline it takes to compete and succeed in the sport of wrestling,” said Mayor Bach.  “We hope such students as these can become tomorrow’s City leaders.”

            The Spirit of the Springs “Celebrate” award is presented by the Mayor of Colorado Springs. It recognizes a noteworthy achievement which has brought great honor and pride to the City of Colorado Springs or has been distinguished at a state, national or international level.

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