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

Spirit of the Springs Awards to TCA and Coronado High Schools

November 8, 2012 By News

On Tuesday, November 6th, Mayor Steve Bach was joined by Councilors Angela Dougan and Tim Leigh to present Spirit of the Springs Awards to The Classical Academy and Coronado High Schools in honor of their State Championship Cross Country teams.

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Mayor Bach and TCA Coach Alan Versaw

Mayor Bach talks with the TCA Girls Cross Country State Champions

Mayor Bach, Councilwoman Angela Dougan and the TCA Girls Cross Country Team

First stop was a packed gymnasium for an assembly in honor of the Girls Cross Country team at TCA. Under the leadership of Coach Alan Versaw, the team has won the State Championship ten years in a row. The Mayor presented the school with a Spirit of the Springs Award and certificates to each individual student-athlete.

Presenting the Spirit of the Springs Award to the TCA Girls Cross Country State Champions

Coach Doug Hughill’s physics classroom was the stage to honor a team making school history. This was the first time for the Boy’s Cross Country team to win the State Championship. “Congratulations and thank you for inspiring the West Side following the devastation of the Waldo Canyon fire,” said the Mayor. The top academic students in 10th, 11th, and 12th grade at Coronado are all Cross Country runners.

Mayor Bach and the Coronado Boys Cross Country State Champions

Mayor Bach and Coronado Coach Doug Hughill

The Spirit of the Springs Award recognizes noteworthy achievements that bring great honor and pride to the City of Colorado Springs and distinguish us at a state, national or international level. Please join the Mayor and his wife Suzi in congratulating these Cross Country State Champions!

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