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 releases 2013 City Budget Proposal

October 2, 2012 By News

At a news conference on Monday, October 1st, Mayor Steve Bach unveiled the proposed 2013 City Budget and Strategic Plan. This balanced budget improves key community services while remaining focused on the priorities of Jobs, Transforming City Government and Building Community.

Key Community Benefits include:

Restoring evening bus service
Turning back on the 3,500 streetlights that remain off
Conduct fire station-based neighborhood health clinics
Continue maintenance of neighborhood parks
Fund Stormwater priorities
Fund Streets priorities
Strengthen public safety and code enforcement

The input for the budget came from citizen town halls, meetings with community groups, City Council members, Mayor’s Solutions Teams and individual citizens. It is a forward-looking budget that features breakthrough strategies, action-oriented goals and real measurable outcomes. This last element is critical because it will allow the citizens to track the progress being made toward the goals of the budget.

The next steps in the budget process will be work sessions with City Council on Thursday and Friday, October 11th and 12th. These will be followed by a formal public hearing on Friday, October 18th from 5:00 to 7:30pm. The 2013 City Budget must be finalized and approved by December 31, 2012.

“Thank you to the over 100 City staffers who worked tirelessly on producing this budget. The road ahead is full of challenges and great opportunities that we will face with our proven resilience and vision. Together, we will lead our city to an amazing future,” said Mayor Bach.

Please visit springsgov.com to access a copy of the full 2013 Budget Proposal.

Please visit http://vimeo.com/50844912 to watch the 2013 Budget Proposal Presentation.

Filed Under: Mayor Bach News