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Peak Town SquareJill Gaebler and Jan Martin Ring in 2022A roundup of noteworthy local happenings from two former Colorado Springs city councilors who return to the studio after a 4-year break. Jan Martin and Jill Gaebler were the first Studio 809 podcasters, launching their CityTalk podcast in 2016. In this episode they catch us up on their passion projects, and more. Peak Town Square Producer Dave Gardner invited Jill and Jan back to the studio for what could become a recurring feature. This conversation visits changes at CONO; bike lanes and the growth of PikeRide; the city’s eScooter pilot program; e-Bikes, Segways and road construction at...2022-01-0400 min

Studio 809 PodcastsJill Gaebler and Jan Martin Ring in 2022A roundup of noteworthy local happenings from two former Colorado Springs city councilors who return to the studio after a 4-year break. Jan Martin and Jill Gaebler were the first Studio 809 podcasters, launching their CityTalk podcast in 2016. In this episode they catch us up on their passion projects. Peak Town Square Producer Dave Gardner invited Jill and Jan back to the studio for what could become a recurring feature. This conversation visits changes at CONO; bike lanes and the growth of PikeRide; the city’s eScooter pilot program; e-Bikes, Segways and road construction at the Garden of th...2022-01-0456 min

Peak Town SquareTown Square: Bicycling in Colorado Springs – Feb 22 2017Do motorists own the roads in Colorado Springs? How can bicycles and cars get along? How having more bicycles on the roads saves motorists money. Lane changes in the Old North End, and the coming bike share program, PikeRide. These are among the topics as City Councilor Jill Gaebler guest-hosts with Dave Gardner on the premiere episode of Town Square. We’ll be rotating hosts and visiting a variety of topics on this new podcast series that will bring you the buzz on what’s happening in the Pikes Peak region. Listen and subscribe to this new podcast, our effo...2018-02-2232 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk: Bicycling in C SpringsDid you know Colorado Springs is one of the great bicycling locations in the world? Senior Bike Planner Kate Brady joins City Councilor Jill Gaebler for a lively discussion of bicycling issues. The city’s newly proposed Bike Plan is now out for public review and comment. See the plan and learn about public meetings at coloradosprings.gov/bikeplan. The first meeting is tonight (11/14/17) 5 to 7 pm at the City Administration Building .(Episode 128, recorded 11/3/17) The post CityTalk: Bicycling in C Springs appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2017-11-1426 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk: Bicycling in C SpringsDid you know Colorado Springs is one of the great bicycling locations in the world? Senior Bike Planner Kate Brady joins City Councilor Jill Gaebler for a lively discussion of bicycling issues. The city’s newly proposed Bike Plan is now out for public review and comment. See the plan and learn about public meetings at… The post CityTalk: Bicycling in C Springs appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2017-11-1400 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk Oct 11 2017Jill Gaebler’s reelection campaign for Colorado Springs City Council in April required her to take a break from podcasting, but she is back! Jill and Jan reminisce about the 2017 city election, they discuss a lot of good news in the Mayor’s proposed 2018 city budget, and the upcoming vote on the proposed stormwater fee.… The post CityTalk Oct 11 2017 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2017-10-1100 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk Oct 11 2017 Jill Gaebler’s reelection campaign for Colorado Springs City Council in April required her to take a break from podcasting, but she is back! Jill and Jan reminisce about the 2017 city election, they discuss a lot of good news in the Mayor’s proposed 2018 city budget, and the upcoming vote on the proposed stormwater fee. They also chat about the remaining need (and hope) for parks funding. The school district 11 mill levy override on the ballot is also discussed. Wasson and Palmer get a nod. Jill is now an empty-nester. Wine and ice cream for dinner. Bicycles and change in t...2017-10-1130 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – December 9 2016Jill’s campaign kickoff event, campaign issues like police and fire response times, responsible development, infill, local food policy. Should Jill and Jan start a commune? Co-housing for older residents? The “silver tsunami.” Jill was not ready for the barrage of mail from AARP when she recently turned 50. The upcoming CONO Christmas party. Jan’s plans… The post CityTalk – December 9 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-12-0900 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – December 9 2016Jill’s campaign kickoff event, campaign issues like police and fire response times, responsible development, infill, local food policy. Should Jill and Jan start a commune? Co-housing for older residents? The “silver tsunami.” Jill was not ready for the barrage of mail from AARP when she recently turned 50. The upcoming CONO Christmas party. Jan’s plans for Christmas Eve tea at the Brown Palace, and Jill’s beach plans. Jill and Jan are considering pausing the podcast for the duration of Jill’s campaign. Should they? Let us know what you think in the comment section below. Jill wants the podcast...2016-12-0924 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – November 18 2016Thanksgiving plans. Why is the EPA suing Colorado Springs over stormwater? Has the city been too developer-friendly? Upcoming city election, status of ballot measure to kill the Strawberry Fields land swap with The Broadmoor, TABOR refund or not, and 6 district council seats up for grabs. The post CityTalk – November 18 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-11-1828 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – November 11 2016Post-Election Blues. Jill reminds us that so much of politics and getting things done is local. What’s on Jan’s post-election music mix? Colorado and local election results are also discussed. Is Colorado a red state or a blue state? Council changes to the mayor’s proposed 2017 city budget. The funding challenge facing United Way for our 211 local services phone service. Upcoming events, including RMFI Annual ShinDIG and 2016 Women of Influence. The post CityTalk – November 11 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-11-1129 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – November 11 2016Post-Election Blues. Jill reminds us that so much of politics and getting things done is local. What’s on Jan’s post-election music mix? Colorado and local election results are also discussed. Is Colorado a red state or a blue state? Council changes to the mayor’s proposed 2017 city budget. The funding challenge facing United Way for… The post CityTalk – November 11 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-11-1100 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – November 4 2016Did Jan smoke pot in her youth? Reefer Madness in Colorado Springs: Jill Gaebler and Jan Martin discuss the medical marijuana moratorium. Is that being “business friendly?” Is the Gazette editorializing about this in its news coverage? Should city council be listening to “the voices of the people or the voices of the powerful?” The politically active Shooks Run neighborhood. Unlimited dark money in city council campaigns. Has Colorado College been fracking? Utilities rate increases (does the news media ignore rate reductions?) Plus, a local developer is distributing an interesting flyer. The post CityTalk – November 4 2016 appeared first on Studio...2016-11-0429 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – October 28 2016Jan’s continuing Comcast adventures and a vote for Trump? Companies that care about customer service. Springs has highest water rates in the state. Will council refer a Strawberry Fields charter amendment? 2017 city budget update. It’s hard to keep police officers. Threat to city’s therapeutic recreation program. The post CityTalk – October 28 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-10-2828 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – October 21 2016Advice for those considering a city council run. City council is a full-time job. Controversial bike lane demonstration project on Research Parkway. Who Jill and Jan like in the district 3 race for county commissioner. School District 11 ballot issues. Colorado Teacher of the Year. The post CityTalk – October 21 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-10-2100 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – October 14 2016The cable guy and Jill’s cat ate a hamburger. Trump and women’s rights. Jan Doran Day. The homeless camp disbanded by the city. Does the city have a long-term vision for the homeless challenge? The recently passed cottage food ordinance. Public Improvement Fees – a tax. The downside of term limits. The post CityTalk – October 14 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-10-1400 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – October 7 2016Heartburn over parking rates doubling at the Manitou Incline, Jan’s pet peeve, the Utilities budget and water for city parks, medians and historic trees. A new apartment building for the homeless. QuikCycle coming to town. The post CityTalk – October 7 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-10-0700 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – Sept 30 2016School District 11 CFO Glenn Gustafson fills Jill and Jan in on the mill levy override and bond measure on the November ballot. The post CityTalk – Sept 30 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-09-3000 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – Sept 23 2016How do Jill and Jan pack this all into a half-hour? Denver traffic and philanthropy. Recent police department cuts. The Mayor’s interest in restoring a stormwater fee. Doug Bruce is on the loose! 2017 city budget coming soon. Jill needs to get a handle on her sighing at council meetings. What’s going on with the… The post CityTalk – Sept 23 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-09-2300 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – Sept 23 2016How do Jill and Jan pack this all into a half-hour? Denver traffic and philanthropy. Recent police department cuts. The Mayor’s interest in restoring a stormwater fee. Doug Bruce is on the loose! 2017 city budget coming soon. Jill needs to get a handle on her sighing at council meetings. What’s going on with the city’s cannabis clubs? Plus news about the coal-fired Martin Drake power plant. The post CityTalk – Sept 23 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-09-2330 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – Sept 16 2016The Colorado Springs comprehensive plan is now being revised. The city wants to hear from you. #planCOS is the hashtag the city is watching. Jill is now hosting “office hours” out in the community, the first and third Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 pm. Council redistricting update. Should we have a “primer” on the School District 11 ballot items? A new organization, Citizen’s Chamber, comes up. They are looking to hire a political organizer. Progress Now’s big mistake. The current controversy over Manitou Incline and parking on Ruxton Avenue. The post CityTalk – Sept 16 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Po 2016-09-1630 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – Sept 9 2016Ever “play Frogger” on Pikes Peak Avenue? “Urban intervention” is among the fascinating topics as Jan and Jill are joined by special guest, landscape architect/urban designer John Olson. John won our contest on Facebook to have this guest spot. John describes the interesting experiment done with Pikes Peak Avenue (Better Block Pikes Peak). Discussed: A… The post CityTalk – Sept 9 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-09-0900 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – Sept 9 2016 Ever “play Frogger” on Pikes Peak Avenue? “Urban intervention” is among the fascinating topics as Jan and Jill are joined by special guest, landscape architect/urban designer John Olson. John won our contest on Facebook to have this guest spot. John describes the interesting experiment done with Pikes Peak Avenue (Better Block Pikes Peak). Discussed: A roundabout at Pikes Peak and Colorado? Guess how many roundabouts we have in C. Springs? Parklets. A project in Old Colorado City to improve parking and bicycle safety. John explains the advantages of “reverse angle parking.” The city’s revision of its comprehensive plan is also d...2016-09-0930 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – September 2 2016City Auditorium’s new, improved restrooms. Guess who Jill saw in concert her first time at City Auditorium? Who does Jan remember seeing there? The political agenda of Colorado Springs Forward. Mary Lou Makepeace. Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority now has an executive director – Kitty Clemens. A downtown stadium, Sky Sox, Switchbacks, City for Champions.… The post CityTalk – September 2 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-09-0200 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – September 2 2016City Auditorium’s new, improved restrooms. Guess who Jill saw in concert her first time at City Auditorium? Who does Jan remember seeing there? The political agenda of Colorado Springs Forward. Mary Lou Makepeace. Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority now has an executive director – Kitty Clemens. A downtown stadium, Sky Sox, Switchbacks, City for Champions. Jan in a podle skirt and wig? The upcoming Silver Key Rockin’ in the 60’s fundraiser. Plus an update on local food policy. The post CityTalk – September 2 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-09-0230 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – August 26 2016Hunger Games – contest to win a guest spot on the show. Jill’s Pikes Peak Ascent adventure. Matt Carpenter still holds the Pikes Peak Ascent record. A new local eatery, Rita’s Italian Ice. Mary Ellen McNally. New appointees to the District 11 School Board. The importance of having a strong and healthy core school district.… The post CityTalk – August 26 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-08-2600 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – August 26 2016Hunger Games – contest to win a guest spot on the show. Jill’s Pikes Peak Ascent adventure. Matt Carpenter still holds the Pikes Peak Ascent record. A new local eatery, Rita’s Italian Ice. Mary Ellen McNally. New appointees to the District 11 School Board. The importance of having a strong and healthy core school district. The new Lincoln Elementary School redevelopment project. The post CityTalk – August 26 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-08-2629 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – August 19 2016 Jill has an idea to hold a contest or drawing and inviting the winner to sit in on the show. Pioneers Museum annual breakfast coming up; Jill and her daughter will speak. The challenge of changing the light bulbs on the museum dome. It’s unusual for city councilors to attend and speak to city advisory boards. Should this be strongly discouraged? The post CityTalk – August 19 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts. 2016-08-2031 min

CityTalk Archives - Studio 809 PodcastsCityTalk – August 19 2016Jill has an idea to hold a contest or drawing and inviting the winner to sit in on the show. Pioneers Museum annual breakfast coming up; Jill and her daughter will speak. The challenge of changing the light bulbs on the museum dome. It’s unusual for city councilors to attend and speak to city advisory… The post CityTalk – August 19 2016 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.2016-08-2000 min