City’s accessibility officer to serve on state committee focused on rights for Coloradoans with disabilities
Robert Hernandez, the City of Colorado Springs’ Human Resources Accessibility Manager, has been appointed by Governor Polis to the state's Subcommittee on Physical and Programmatic Basic Access Within State and Local Government for Persons with Disabilities. He will help study and make recommendations on issues to ensure people with disabilities have access to the services they need, can effectively participate in public discussions, can be employed by governmental agencies, and can run for and effectively serve in elected positions.
Colorado Springs City Council passes 2024 budget
The Colorado Springs City Council passed the City’s 2024 budget on November 28. The General Fund budget for 2024 will be $428.3 million, which is $7.2 million more than the 2023 General Fund budget, or a 1.7% increase. Mayor Yemi Mobolade praised the passage of his first budget as Mayor, which he believes will help addressing the City’s most pressing and urgent issues in the areas of public safety, infrastructure and park maintenance.
Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management earns highest accreditation marks
The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management (PPROEM) has received the highest marks possible from the Emergency Management Accreditation Program. Receiving accreditation shows to Colorado Springs and El Paso County residents that its emergency management office stands ready to prepare our residents and respond to disasters by following the highest industry standards.
Mayor Yemi greets travelers at the Colorado Springs Airport
Mayor Yemi Mobolade and Deputy Chief of Staff Ryan Trujillo celebrated the holiday season with travelers at the Colorado Springs Airport (COS) by serving hot chocolate! In this annual tradition, visitors had a chance to meet and talk with both of them and learn about what's going on in within the City and the airport.
Podcast: Downtown holiday traditions
It’s looking and feeling festive in downtown Colorado Springs. Mayor Yemi talks about his favorite part of the holidays, the importance of supporting local businesses, and his priorities through the end of this year. Happy Thanksgiving!
Community Town Hall with District 1 Councilman Dave Donelson
City Councilman Dave Donelson invites the public to attend a community Town Hall to discuss issues impacting Colorado Springs City Council District One. The Town Hall will be on Wednesday, November 29thfrom 5:30p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the East Branch Library.