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
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Downtown Partnership’s 15th Annual Mayor’s Breakfast

October 17, 2012 By

On Wednesday, October 10th, Mayor Bach addressed the 15th Annual Mayor’s Breakfast presented by the Downtown Partnership. This sold out event took place at the Wyndham Grand Mining Exchange Hotel. During his 15 minute speech, the Mayor discussed many topics related to Downtown Colorado Springs.

 

He started by highlight the magnificent job done, by all parties involved, in bringing the Mining Exchange Hotel to life. The City worked diligently with hotel ownership to resolve code and utility issues that were attached to the century old building. The Mayor also highlighted some of the great events that have taken place Downtown in the last year including: the Olympics Watch Party, the USA Pro Cycling Challenge and the Arts Walks co-hosted by the Mayor, the Pikes Peak Arts Council, and the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.

 

Downtown (along with the UCCS region and Southeast Colorado Springs) are priorities for economic development. In order to help facilitate this, the Mayor unveiled some plans for the future of Downtown. First on the list was improving public safety with the addition of police officers, security cameras, and better lighting. Affordable housing and more thoughtful infilling was covered, along with the desire to attract multiple anchor sites including new museums and entertainment and shopping venues. The Mayor also touched on plans to add parking meters that accept credit cards and continuing to work with all involved parties towards rebuilding the I-25 and Cimarron interchange. He also committed the City to doing a better job of addressing homelessness and informed the crowd that a comprehensive new initiative would be presented soon.

 

Community service improvements (such as the resumption of evening bus service, the return of 3,500 darkened streetlights, and the continued maintenance of 275 acres of neighborhood parks) from the recent 2013 Budget Proposal were also presented.

 

The Mayor emphasized the importance of continuing to work with all stakeholders involved and closed by saying, “City Government will always stay committed to Downtown, it is the heart and soul of our community.”

 

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