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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Olympic Watch Party!

July 30, 2012 By

Mayor Steve Bach joined 20,000 Colorado Springs residents for the largest downtown celebration ever,  to watch the Olympic Games opening ceremonies on a massive TV screen set up outside the United States Olympic Committee headquarters building on Tejon St.  

This massive party began at the Olympic Training Center with a special torch run and torch lighting ceremony.  Among the torch bearers were Chief of Staff Laura Neumann,  forest supervisor Jerri Marr, national figure skating pairs champion Caydee Denney, Colorado Springs Sports Corp Chairman Dave Palenchar, Todd Felsen of the Cheyenne Mountain Resort at Boulder, Dot Lischick from the Colorado Springs World Arena,  Doug Price of Experience Colorado Springs, Kevin Olson of King Soopers, and 1984 Olympic gymnast Michelle Farrell.

After the torch run, Mayor Bach and Suzi joined thousands of people who gathered on Tejon St. for an evening of fun and festivities.  Watching the Olympic Games opening ceremonies live and a free concert with country star, Rodney Atkins –  the evening was a huge success.  Mayor Bach had a great time  meeting people and shaking hands. The crowd enjoyed watching kids skate on the miniature ice rink set in the middle of Tejon and watching many of the special athletic demonstrations put on to celebrate the Games.  

Mayor Bach spoke to the crowd, thanking them for attending the event, and calling special attention to those athletes in London who come from Colorado Springs: Dremiel Byers (Wrestling), Matt Emmons (Shooting), Missy Franklin (Swimming), John Orozco (Gymnastics), and Jenny Simpson (Track & Field).  “We are proud to have our city represented by these fine athletes in the Olympic Games, and we wish them Gold.”  

Mayor Bach was happy to thank country music artist Rodney Atkins in person, who gave a free concert performance to benefit local fire houses. ”It was an amazing evening.  Thank you to the Downtown Partnership,  The Colorado Springs Sports Corporation and the United States Olympic Committee for the tremendous effort and money raised to support this important event.  We hope to do it all again four years from now!”

  

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