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

Applications for Mayor Bach’s Spirit of the Springs funding requests now available

June 6, 2012 By

 Application for Funding Requests

The inaugural Mayor’s Cup golf tournament raised more than $50,000 for the Spirit of the Springs program and now the committee charged with allocating the proceeds is ready to accept applications for funding requests. Applications are due by July 20, 2012. The deadline was extended to give people disrupted by the Waldo Canyon Fire more time to apply. Funding decisions will be announced by the committee in late July/early August.

In order to be considered for funding, the project should achieve the objectives of the Spirit of the Springs initiatives. The three primary objectives are:

  1. Celebrate and Connect Colorado Springs

There are many reasons to celebrate Colorado Springs.  We have one of the most beautiful cities in the world with a vibrant arts and culture scene, great parks, and trails that foster an outdoor, healthy lifestyle.  We can further the City of Colorado Springs by celebrating our current community traditions and creating new events to showcase the best our city offers.

  1. Cultivate Future City Government Leadership 

The success of Colorado Springs depends on its future leaders. We need to grow city leaders for our future and create more diversity in the city workforce. By engaging with our youth as early as middle and high school, they will choose to grow up and stay, work and play in Colorado Springs.

  1. Encourage Citizen Involvement with the City.

There are many citizens in Colorado Springs that want to help make our city better. Sometimes, they just are not sure where to start or how best to help.  The goal is to connect those individuals with community organizations who could benefit from their time and commitment.

Questions should be directed to Donna Nelson, Economic Vitality Specialist, at dznelson@springsgov.com.

 Application for Funding Requests

Spirit of the Springs Committee
Dave Munger (Chair)
Rich Brown
James Proby
Stephannie Finley
Donna Nelson

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Bob Condron is Spirit of the Springs Award Recipient

May 14, 2012 By
Mayor Steve Bach Presents the Spirit of the Springs "Celebration" Award to Bob Condron

Mayor Steve Bach and Bob Condron

Mayor Steve Bach presented a Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” Award to Bob Condron on Monday, May 14, 2012 for his lifetime of achievements and devotion to the United States Olympic Committee.

Mr. Condron is being recognized for 28 years of service to the USOC from 1983-2012. Condron retired as Director of the U.S. Olympic Committee’s Media Services Office where he worked 15 of the Olympic Games.

Earlier in his career, he served as the Assistant Athletic Director and Sports Information Director at Southern Methodist University from 1971-1983 and Assistant Sports Information Director at Texas Tech from 1968-1971.

“We established this award to celebrate great achievements for those who bring great distinction to our city and in this case, to our country,” said the Mayor.

“The Spirit of the Springs Award says a lot,” said Mr. Condron. “What this means to me is the city saying thank you for being here for 28 years. This is very meaningful to me.”

Mr. Condron has also recently been awarded the Keith Jackson Eternal Flame Award. This award is presented to an individual who has made a lasting contribution to intercollegiate athletics, demonstrated a long and consistent commitment to excellence and been a loyal supporter of CoSIDA (College Sports Information Directors of America) and its mission.  Condron is only the eighth recipient of this award which was first given in 1998, but is not given out every year.

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

Bob Condron with his Spirit of the Springs "Celebration" Award

Bob Condron Receives Spirit of the Springs "Celebration" Award

Spirit of the Springs "Celebration" Award

Spirit of the Springs "Celebration" Award

 

 

..., Suzi Bach, Mayor Steven Bach, Bob Cobdron, Mrs. Condron

(L to R) Mike Moran of the USOC, Suzi Bach, Mayor Steve Bach, Bob Condron, and Linette Condron.

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Deerfield Hills Neighborhood Revitalization

May 13, 2012 By

Cool blustery weather did not keep determined and dedicated volunteers from sprucing up one Colorado Springs neighborhood in need of some TLC.  The City of Colorado Springs, Rebuilding Together Colorado Springs and the Energy Resource Center partnered to revitalize the Deerfield Hills neighborhood. Volunteers put in a full day on Saturday, May 12 to help improve the living conditions for the residents, eliminate the blight in the neighborhood, and preserve the affordable housing stock.

Twelve homes were rehabilitated with the help of volunteers. The work included home repairs, accessibility improvements, energy efficiency, landscaping, exterior painting, fence replacement and safety additions. The Deerfield Hills Community Center was painted by Honeywell volunteers.  Concrete Couch coordinated the painting of a mural on the center by Turman Elementary School students.

Funding for the revitalization project came from the City’s Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program (funded by the Community Block Grant Program (CDBG) and HOME program)  grants and $128,000 in donations from our community.  Other organizations involved in this important community event included Home Depot, Sears, Booz Allen Hamilton, Honeywell, Sherwin Williams, El Paso County Housing Authority, Housing and Building Association of Colorado Springs,  American Society of Landscape Architects Southern Colorado, the Mayor’s Streetscape Solutions Team, Concrete Couch, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 113, Waste Management, Plumbers, Pipefitters & HVAC Service Technicians Local Union #58, Denali Stone USA and many more.

Deerfield Hills is a neighborhood located in the Southeast part of Colorado Springs. The street boundaries are Academy to the west, Drennan to the south and Hancock Expressway to the north and east.

 

                            

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Mayor Bach to Give Award to Bob Condron

May 11, 2012 By

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Julie Smith

Communications Specialist

(719) 385-5256

NEWS RELEASE

May 11, 2012

 

Mayor to present Spirit of the Springs Celebration Award to Bob Condron

Mayor Steve Bach will present a Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” Award to Bob Condron on Monday, May 14 at 1:00 p.m. in the Mayor’s conference room at the City Administration Building on 30 S. Nevada Avenue, Room 601. Mr. Condron is being recognized for 28 years of service to the USOC from 1983-2012. He served as the Assistant Athletic Director and Sports Information Director at Southern Methodist University from 1971-1983 and Assistant Sports Information Director at Texas Tech from 1968-1971.

Mr. Condron has also recently been awarded the Keith Jackson Eternal Flame Award. This award is presented to an individual who has made a lasting contribution to intercollegiate athletics, demonstrated a long and consistent commitment to excellence and been a loyal supporter of CoSIDA (College Sports Information Directors of America).  Condron is only the eighth recipient of this award.

The Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” Award is presented when a noteworthy achievement brings 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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Palisades and UCCS Receive Spirit of the Springs Award

May 1, 2012 By

Mayor Steve Bach recognized the partnership efforts of the Palisades at Broadmoor Park and University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS) with a Spirit of the Springs Award, designed by Glassical.

 He was welcomed by Jeff Dunn, Principal of the Palisades with Donna Nelson of the City’s Office of Economic Vitality and Toby Gannett, Principal/Executive Director and Board Member of the Chamber and EDC .

The Palisades and UCCS recently received two international awards from the National Home Builder’s Association – a Gold Award for integrating technology into the senior living community and a Silver Award for a fitness and wellness program. There were more than 175 applicants from around the world.

 

Mayor Bach presented the Spirit of the Springs “Celebration” Award to UCCS Faculty Sara Qualls Ph.D., Amy Silva-Smith Ph.D., Mary Ann Kluge Ph.D. and to Toby Gannett and Jeff Dunn. “I hope you feel good about our community. Don’t you feel good about living here? This award is in recognition of the honor you have brought to Colorado Springs through your creativity and innovation.”

In turn, Palisades Principal, Jeff Dunn, presented a gift to the Mayor of an aerial photograph of the Palisades which was created by a resident. 

UCCS and Palisades have earned more than two dozen awards together as a result of their partnership.  This kind of collaboration to improve the lives of others is what Spirit of the Springs is all about.

Through the Spirit of the Springs initiative, the Mayor will recognize volunteer activities or noteworthy achievements which have brought great honor and pride to the City of Colorado Springs or were distinguished at a state, national or international level.

To read more about this event, please click here.

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