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

City Receives Traveling Turkey Award

December 5, 2011 By

The City of Colorado Springs was presented with a “Traveling Turkey” award from Care and Share and KLite 106.3 FM for continuing activities to collect turkeys and food in support of Care and Share’s effort to bridge the gap between hunger and abundance during the holidays.

Care and Share each year awards the Traveling Turkey to a company or organization which contributes significantly to the agency’s mission. During the recent “Bring a Turkey to Work Day” promotion, City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs Utilities and United States Olympic Committee employees contributed 223 turkeys, 49 food bags and $1,700 in cash, which represents a more than 500 percent increase over the previous year’s cash contributions.

Care and Share presented the Traveling Turkey Award live on KLite 106.3 FM at 8 a.m. on Monday, December 5, 2011 to Donna Nelson, the City’s Economic Vitality Specialist, and to Kathy Lake, project coordinator and volunteer.

Care and Share estimates it will distribute more than 18.5 million pounds of food throughout southern Colorado in 2011.

 

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Take a Turkey to Work Day Breaks Records

November 28, 2011 By

The 2011 Take a Turkey to Work Day broke all records thanks to the generosity of those who donated cash, groceries and turkeys!

In 2010, contributions totaled 90 turkeys and $300 in cash. But in 2011, employees donated 223 turkeys, 49 bags of groceries and $1699.99 in cash. Kudos to all those who contributed!

 

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