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’s Town Hall Meeting Streaming Live

April 30, 2012 By

                                                  FOR MORE INFORMATION

Laura Benjamin

Communications Specialist

 (719) 385-5484

 NEWS RELEASE

April 30, 2012                                                                         

Mayor Steve Bach’s second town hall Meeting on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 will be streaming live from the Southeast YMCA beginning at 6:30 pm. You can see the live stream on www.bachsoffice.com.  Questions will be submitted on cards during the meeting.  Citizens can also submit questions before or during the meeting via email to: PublicComm@SpringsGov.com or via social media sites including https://twitter.com/mayorstevebach and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stephengbach .

Topics of discussion will be priorities for the Southeast section of Colorado Springs including:

  • Job Creation
  • Recruiting City Leaders
  • Citizens Advancing Public Safety Program or CAPS
  • Deerfield Hills Streetscapes
  • Citizen Input on Priorities

The Southeast Family Center/Armed Services YMCA is located at 2190 Jetwing Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80916. For directions, please visit http://southeast.ppymca.org/locations. All questions about the meeting can be directed to the City Communications Office at 719-385-5906.

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Mayor Bach’s Townhall Meeting

April 30, 2012 By

Don’t miss it! We’re getting close!

Mayor Bach’s second Town Hall Meeting is on May 2, 2012. It will be held at the Southeast Family Center/Armed Services YMCA on 2190 Jetwing Drive in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

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Southeast Colorado Springs Focus of Mayor’s Townhall Meeting

April 25, 2012 By

The Colorado Springs southeast area will be the focus of Mayor Bach’s second Townhall Meeting on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at the Southeast Family Center/Armed Services YMCA at 2190 Jetwing Drive.

Discussion will focus on development of the southeast part of Colorado Springs, Community Advancing Public Safety (CAPS), Safety Streetscapes Solutions Team, the City of Colorado Springs Budget and other timely topics.

Mayor Bach would love to see you there!

 

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Mayor Bach’s May Townhall Meeting

April 23, 2012 By

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Laura Benjamin

Communications Specialist

(719) 385-5484

 

NEWS RELEASE

April 23, 2012                                                                         

MAYOR BACH’S TOWNHALL MEETING SET FOR MAY 2, 2012

 

Mayor Steve Bach will hold his next Townhall Meeting on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at the Southeast YMCA from 6:30-8:00 pm. The Southeast Family Center/Armed Services YMCA is located at 2190 Jetwing Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80916. For directions, please visit http://southeast.ppymca.org/locations

Topics of discussion will include priorities for the Southeast section of Colorado Springs, Great Streets, City Budget and Community Advancing Public Safety (CAPS) among others. 

 

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Mayor Bach Town Hall Audience Questions Part Three

February 29, 2012 By

Part Three of the summary from Mayor Bach’s Town Hall Meeting on February 22, 2012 includes two questions that could not be addressed that evening due to time limits.

(Read questions from Part Two of the Town Hall Meeting Summary here and Part One here.)

Q: Are there any plans to keep skyscrapers out of Colorado Springs? Of are we going to create a downtown like Denver?  2nd part – To prevent the youth from leaving CS it may be prudent not to drive them out by excessive regulations on land and housing. (suggestion)  Mixed industrial /residential areas where inventors would like to live.

A: Construction of more high rise buildings in Downtown should be carefully considered to maintain residential area views and to blend in with the overall City center landscape.  Mixed light industrial/residential development can work well in some locations.  We can learn from the experience of successful cities elsewhere which have vibrant downtowns.

Q: The City has no rewards for precise procedures for F W & A (fraud, waste and abuse) whistle blowers.  Strict procedures can protect whistle blowers and accused.  Rewards can incentivize F W & A Reporting.  Rewards can threaten F W & A perpetration.

A: We’re working to empower all City employees to suggest ideas for improving our processes and customer service and to make sure our team maintains high ethical standards.

Please mark your calendars now for the Mayor’s next Town Hall Meeting on May 2, 2012. Details to follow soon.

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