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Peak Town SquareCD5 Town Hall – November 15, 2025All candidates for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District were invited to present their platforms and answer questions from the public on November 15.
4 candidates attended: Zuri Horowitz, Jessica Killin, Justice Lord, and Joe Reagan. Incumbent Jeff Crank did not. The town hall was hosted by Pikes Peak Bulletin at Community Anchor Academy in southeast Colorado Springs. Kimberly Gold, a Colorado Springs City Councilor, served as moderator. Over 200 community members attended in person, and several dozen watched virtually. Studio 809 Podcasts provided the sound system and recorded the event. Peak Town Square is pleased to share this so you c...
2025-11-181h 29
SoapBox Colorado SpringsYouth Activist Training in JulyHigh-school-age youths will have a unique opportunity to learn about activism this summer, thanks to the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. PPJPC volunteers and staff share pertinent details about the Youth Activist Training program offered July 22-26, 2024 in Colorado Springs.
In the studio:
Loring Wirbel
PPJPC Board Chair
Matt Jones
Co-Director, Youth Activist Training
PPJPC Assistant Program Manager
Debra Fortenberry
PPJPC Past Board Chair, Co-Organizer of first YAT (2022)
Dylan Southard
past Youth Activist Training participant
Dave Gardner
SoapBox H...
2024-06-1235 min
SoapBox Colorado SpringsPlasma – A Promising Energy SourceCould plasma be a promising new source of energy with abundant fuel and no waste? A local citizen shares what he has learned.
SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or email us.
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2024-04-1412 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsPermissive ParentsParents are supposed to raise a child to be a good, well-rounded person – to teach them respect, honesty and manners. When they don’t, everyone suffers.
A concerned citizen shares his opinions and experience on this subject.
SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or email us.
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2024-02-2312 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsThe Way – by David FlanaganSelf-esteem, purpose, social justice and emotional intelligence are among the topics, as are empathy, charity and compassion. Colorado Springs Native David Flanagan takes the mic, bringing with him his heart, his wisdom and his story.
From his past experiences in life, David sheds light on prominent issues in society such as self-esteem, purpose, & the grand-resourcefulness of children. Topics such as education, social justice/social-equity, & emotional intelligence are brought to the surface, all tying to the anchor-point of mobilizing our higher-selves to strive for greatness via empathy, charity, & compassion.
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2022-06-2059 min
Studio 809 PodcastsMeadowGrass Music Festival 2022Live music under the stars on Memorial Day Weekend – get to know MeadowGrass Music Festival 2022. Music Director Steve Harris and Festival Director Nicole Nicoletta share the just-announced music lineup (hear some samples in this episode). Learn all about the MeadowGrass Music Festival – a Memorial Day Weekend outdoor tradition in Black Forest, CO. Plus, more live music events from the Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative. LINKS: MeadowGrass Music Festival https://rockymountainhighway.org/index.php/information/ Rocky Mountain Highway app https://apps.apple.com/app/id1500033980 https://play.google.com/store/apps...
2022-02-0232 minPeak 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 minStudio 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 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsThoughts Captured During August Music at the IndyWe roamed the crowd at the August Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as summer 2021 winds down. The Colorado Springs Independent hosts a free outdoor concert the third Wednesday of every month, June through October, in the parking lot at the Indy.
Music at the Indy
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2021-09-1300 minStudio 809 PodcastsThoughts Captured During August Music at the IndyWe roamed the crowd at the August Music at the Indy, to find out what's on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as summer 2021 winds down. The Colorado Springs Independent hosts a free outdoor concert the third Wednesday of every month, June through October, in the parking lot at the Indy. Music at the Indy https://www.peakradar.com/event/music-at-the-indy/ Special thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions...
2021-09-1309 minStudio 809 PodcastsMayors Panel 2021Learn how communities of Southern Colorado can be, and are, working together to benefit the entire region. Every year, the Colorado Springs Business Journal gathers mayors from all over the Pikes Peak region to participate in this unique panel discussion. This year’s panel was held on July 22 at The Pinery at the Hill. The event was moderated by Helen Robinson, Managing Editor of the Colorado Springs Business Journal. Panelists: Jane Newberry of Green Mountain Falls President Pro Tem Richard Skorman of Colorado Springs (Mayor John Suthers was unavailable) Nick Gradisar of Pueblo Gabriel Ortega of Fo...
2021-08-041h 04Studio 809 PodcastsCommunity Conversation: Health CareHow has health care philanthropy managed during the pandemic, and how does it fit into the local business scene? Josh Bailey, Vice President of Philanthropy at Centura Health, and head of the Penrose-St. Francis Health Foundation shares information and perspective about health care philanthropy. This is a recording of a live Community Conversation held on July 16, 2021, moderated by Bryan Grossman, Editor-in-Chief of the Colorado Springs Business Journal. http://www.csbj.com Community Conversations are free, live lunchtime webinars hosted by the Colorado Springs Business Journal. For registration and information, visit https://www.csbj.com/events.
2021-08-0246 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsA 2021 Summer NightWe roamed the crowd at the first Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as we kick off summer of 2021. The Colorado Springs Independent is holding a free outdoor concert the third Wednesday of every month, June through October, in the parking lot at the Indy.
Music at the Indy
MENTIONED:
The Cari Dell Trio (performed at this event June 16)
The Joint Vegan Street Food
Green Machine Grill
Special thanks to Stu...
2021-06-2800 min
SoapBox Colorado SpringsA 2021 Summer NightWe roamed the crowd at the first Music at the Indy, to find out what's on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as we kick off summer of 2021.
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2021-06-2805 minStudio 809 PodcastsA 2021 Summer NightWe roamed the crowd at the first Music at the Indy, to find out what's on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as we kick off summer of 2021. The Colorado Springs Independent is holding a free outdoor concert the third Wednesday of every month, June through October, in the parking lot at the Indy. Music at the Indy MENTIONED: The Cari Dell Trio (performed at this event June 16) The Joint Vegan Street Food Green Machine Grill Special thanks to Studio 809 Supporter and Community Partner...
2021-06-2805 minStudio 809 Podcasts2021 Juneteenth Festival in Colorado SpringsThis year’s Juneteenth celebration in Colorado Springs promises to be bigger and better. League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region’s Shelly Roehrs gets the details from organizer Jennifer Smith on this three-day festival, happening June 18-20, at America the Beautiful Park. Jennifer is also co-founder of OneBody ENT. LINKS: Juneteenth Festival League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region OneBodyENT Cornerstone Movement Special thanks to Studio 809 Supporter and Community Partner, Springs Homes This is one...
2021-06-1108 minStudio 809 PodcastsCommunity Conversation: BankingWhat you need to know about the Payroll Protection Plan, and the latest banking regulations – for large and small businesses. This panel conversation includes Tom Ashley with ANB Bank, Yvonne Wilder and Wendy Droke with KeyBank, and Ted Mentry with 5Star Bank. This is a recording of a live Community Conversation held on May 7, moderated by Amy Gillentine, Publisher and Executive Editor of the Colorado Springs Business Journal. Community Conversations are free, live lunchtime webinars hosted by the Colorado Springs Business Journal. For registration and information, visit csbj.com/events. Sponsors: 5St...
2021-06-0557 minStudio 809 PodcastsCommunity Conversation: MarketingHow do you stay top of mind for your clients, and how can you impact and increase sales as the pandemic ends? This panel conversation includes Anthony Hyatt from Magneti, Susana Keiland from Colorado Publishing House and Laura Schnarr from Neon Pig Creative. This is a recording of a live Community Conversation held on April 30, moderated by Bryan Grossman, editor-in-chief of the Colorado Springs Business Journal. http://www.csbj.com Community Conversations are free, live lunchtime webinars hosted by the Colorado Springs Business Journal. For registration and information, visit csbj.com/events. LINKS:
2021-05-2056 minStudio 809 PodcastsPublic Space Design for Public Health EquityWhat needs to change to make our city center safe and healthy for all? The upheavals of 2020 highlighted long-standing inequities in how public space serves public health. Dr. Keshia Pollack Porter’s research focuses on tactics to center equity and public health in how we address public spaces, promoting safe and healthy environments where people live, work, play and travel. This presentation was moderated by Susan Edmondson, executive director of the Downtown Partnership, with Q&A assistance from Tilah Larson, of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. This is the fourth and final event in...
2021-04-221h 05Studio 809 PodcastsFirst Friday Live - June 5 2020A behind-the-scenes look at what’s happening in the Colorado Springs arts and culture scene, with a focus on both in-person and virtual First Friday events. This is a replay of live coverage of the first hour of First Friday, co-hosted by Studio809 and Peak Radar. Featuring live interviews with some of the personalities behind the night’s events, First Friday Live dives into the art, the energy, and personal stories. Each month’s episode is hosted by Studio 809’s Dave Gardner and Deputy Director of the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region, Angela Seals, with a revolv...
2020-06-0858 minPeak Town SquareFirst Friday Live (May 1, 2020)A rundown of Virtual First Friday happenings
This is a replay of Studio 809’s first live webcast, from May 1 of 2020. It’s a rundown of happenings during that evening’s Virtual First Friday, and a great way to find out how the Pikes Peak Region’s arts community is responding to the COVID crisis. Some of the events discussed happened that evening, or in the week following, and may no longer be available. For more information, check the links in these show notes.
On the first Friday of every month, First Friday Downtown features FREE monthly...
2020-05-091h 03Studio 809 PodcastsFirst Friday Live - May 1 EditionThis is a replay of Studio 809’s first live webcast, from May 1 of 2020. It’s a rundown of happenings during that evening’s Virtual First Friday, and a great way to find out how the Pikes Peak Region’s arts community is responding to the COVID crisis. Some of the events discussed happened that evening, or in the week following, and may no longer be available. For more information, check the links in these show notes. On the first Friday of every month, First Friday Downtown features FREE monthly cultural events throughout Downtown Colorado Springs. Galleries, museums, cultural...
2020-05-091h 03Studio 809 PodcastsPeak Town Square: Downtown Colorado Springs Coronavirus April UpdateHow are Colorado Springs’ downtown businesses weathering the COVID-19 shutdown? And how can local residents best support our local businesses? Many downtown merchants are open for virtual business. Area residents are ordering take-out from downtown restaurants. Alcoholic beverages are on the menu, and free downtown parking 24/7 makes it easy to pick up an order. Downtown Partnership President & CEO Susan Edmondson updates us on these and other downtown issues, in this special coronavirus episode of Peak Town Square. She has a lot to share, including our “Virtual First Friday” that took place April 3 on the Internet in place of the...
2020-04-0636 minStudio 809 PodcastsColorado Springs Arts, Culture & CoronavirusPublic gatherings are out of the question at least through April. Many traditional ways of enjoying the arts are out of play now. But across the country – and right here in the Pikes Peak Region – artists are finding creative ways to continue playing their important role in society. In this episode we’re joined by Andy Vick, executive director, and Angela Seals, deputy director, of COPPeR – the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region. They share what they know about the impact of the coronavirus shutdown on the arts community, how it’s adapting, what the Cultural Office is...
2020-03-3024 minStudio 809 PodcastsPeak Town Square: Meeting Critical Food Needs during CoronavirusHow is Care and Share helping to meet critical food needs in Southern Colorado during the Coronavirus shutdown? Lynne Telford, CEO of Care and Share, fills us in. This is the second of a special Coronavirus series of Peak Town Square podcast episodes. Subscribe or return often so you don’t miss the next episode in this series. If your organization would like to participate in one of these episodes, send us an email or call Studio 809 at 719-203-1660. DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: Care and Share Care and Sha...
2020-03-2719 minStudio 809 PodcastsTown Square Coronavirus Chamber Final MixHow is the Colorado Springs business community responding to the Coronavirus slowdown? There is a lot going on, and an array of resources to help businesses survive this emergency. Dirk Draper, CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC shares resources and information of interest to every business in our community, and to residents concerned about the health of the local economy. This is the first in a special Coronavirus series of Peak Town Square podcast episodes. Subscribe or return often so you don’t miss the next episode in this series. If your organization would like to pa...
2020-03-2522 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Vaccinations – Who Should Decide? – April 29 2019To immunize or not to immunize? Are concerns about harms from vaccinations valid, or an unfounded conspiracy theory? Should parents have the right to decide whether or not their children are vaccinated? Is the proposed bill in the Colorado legislature a needed regulation or a mistake? Three medical experts and one concerned mother weigh in on Colorado HB19-1312. Kat, Kayla, Patty, and Jennifer are passionate about their positions on this legislation. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, comment below, email us...
2019-04-291h 03SoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Vaccinations – Who Should Decide? – April 29 2019To immunize or not to immunize? Are concerns about harms from vaccinations valid, or an unfounded conspiracy theory? Should parents have the right to decide whether or not their children are vaccinated? Is the proposed bill in the Colorado legislature a needed regulation or a mistake? Three medical experts and one concerned mother weigh in […]
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2019-04-2900 min
Studio 809 SpecialsSpecial: State of Our City – Dirk Draper – Nov 27 2018A review of recent accomplishments and a glimpse into the future by Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC CEO Dirk Draper. This meeting was hosted by Leadership Pikes Peak at Coquette’s Bistro. (Recorded 11/27/18)
LINKS:
Leadership Pikes Peak
Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC
Coquette’s Bistro
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2018-12-0533 minStudio 809 SpecialsSpecial: CONO Neighborhood Chat on Roads & Traffic – Oct 23 2018Roads, traffic, development, parking, traffic signals and bike lanes all get mic time in this Northside CONO neighborhood chat. Tim Roberts (principal transportation planner/traffic engineer for City of Colorado Springs), Jim Reid (El Paso county public works), and Grant Smith (president of the Cragmor Neighborhood Association) share their perspectives and experiences. (Episode 37, recorded 10/23/18)
More about CONO (Council of Neighbors and Organizations)
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2018-11-0559 minStudio 809 SpecialsSpecial: CONO Northside Neighborhood Chat – Oct 16 2018Local governments highlight this meeting at Amanda’s Fonda hosted by the Council of Neighbors and Organizations (CONO). Did you know the City of Colorado Springs web site is making it easier than ever to be informed or involved? Plus: City Councilors Don Knight and David Geislinger discuss Short Term Rentals. And El Paso County’s Dave Rose offers insight into the workings of county government. (Recorded 10/16/18)
More info about CONO and its Neighborhood Chat series at www.cscono.org
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2018-10-221h 10Studio 809 SpecialsSpecial: Citizens Project Issues ForumLearn more about ballot issues affecting funding for public schools and transportation, and safer setbacks for oil and gas wells from schools, residences and offices. 3 statewide issues were debated in this forum hosted by Citizens Project on October 17 at Sierra High School in Colorado Springs.
Amendment 73 (Education funding)
Roberta Rizzo
Michael Fields, Executive Director of Colorado Rising Action
Propositions 109 and 110 (Transportation funding)
State Representative Terri Carver
Transportation policy advisor Carla Perez of Move Colorado
Proposition 112 (Oil & Natural Gas Setback)
Anne Lee Foster, lead organizer of Colorado Rising
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2018-10-191h 55Studio 809 SpecialsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner – Part 4Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley headlined the “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party on October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Four features O’Malley’s powerful and inspiring address.
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2018-10-1928 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Vote YES on 112, NO on 74Should oil wells be required to be drilled no closer than 2500 feet from your kids’ school or your own backyard? Don’t get your information from the spin on TV ads funded by the oil industry. Amy Gray and Leslie Weise of 350 Colorado – two concerned mothers who are active and knowledgeable on this issue – provide the details on why Proposition 112 is badly needed. They also share why Amendment 74 should be defeated.
LINKS:
Colorado Rising
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2018-10-1829 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Vote YES on 112, NO on 74Should oil wells be required to be drilled no closer than 2500 feet from your kids’ school or your own backyard? Don’t get your information from the spin on TV ads funded by the oil industry. Amy Gray and Leslie Weise of 350 Colorado – two concerned mothers who are active and knowledgeable on this […]
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2018-10-1800 minStudio 809 SpecialsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner – Part 3The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Three features remarks by Parkland school shooting survivor Brooke Harrison and her mother. They are followed by a special presentation by Stephany Rose Spaulding (candidate for U.S. D5 Representative) and by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis. State Democratic Party Chair Morgan Carroll follows.
Part 4 will feature remarks by Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley.
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2018-10-1843 minStudio 809 PodcastsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner - Part 3The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Three features remarks by Parkland school shooting survivor Brooke Harrison and her mother. They are followed by a special presentation by Stephany Rose Spaulding (candidate for U.S. D5 Representative) and by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis. State Democratic Party Chair Morgan Carroll follows. Part 4 will feature remarks by Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley. https://www.epcodemparty.org/ https://www.stephanyroseforcongress.com/ https://polisforcolorado.com/ Subscribe (free) to Studio 809 Specials podcast so you don’t miss any of this eve...
2018-10-1843 minStudio 809 SpecialsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner – Part 2The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Two features remarks by party candidates for statewide office:
Phil Weiser, candidate for Colorado Attorney General
Jena Griswold, candidate for Secretary of State
Dave Young, candidate for State Treasurer
Leslie Smith, candidate for CU Regent at Large
Part 3 will include remarks by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis and Parkland survivor Brooke Harrison. Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley is featured in Part 4.
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2018-10-1721 minStudio 809 PodcastsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner - Part 2The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Two features remarks by party candidates for statewide office: Phil Weiser, candidate for Colorado Attorney General Jena Griswold, candidate for Secretary of State Dave Young, candidate for State Treasurer Leslie Smith, candidate for CU Regent at Large Part 3 will include remarks by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis and Parkland survivor Brooke Harrison. Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley is featured in Part 4. Subscribe (free) to Studio 809 Specials podcast so you don’t miss any of this event, which is being pu...
2018-10-1721 minStudio 809 SpecialsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner – Part 1The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Highlights include remarks by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, and Parkland survivor Brooke Harrison. Part One features opening remarks by chair Electra Johnson.
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2018-10-1617 minStudio 809 PodcastsSpecial: Democratic Party Annual Dinner Part 1The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Highlights include remarks by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, and Parkland survivor Brooke Harrison. Part One features opening remarks by chair Electra Johnson. Subscribe (free) to Studio 809 Specials podcast so you don’t miss parts 2 – 4 of this event, which will be published over the coming days. https://www.epcodemparty.org/
2018-10-1617 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Brenda Krause HD 15 CandidateEducation, healthcare, roads and gun safety are on the table as Brenda Krause introduces herself. She’s running for Colorado House District 15 and would like your vote. Election day is November 6. Watch for your ballot starting October 15. Check your district and voter registration at govotecolorado.com (Recorded 10/8/18) Links: Electbrendakrause.com Brenda on Facebook
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2018-10-0900 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Brenda Krause HD 15 CandidateEducation, healthcare, roads and gun safety are on the table as Brenda Krause introduces herself. She’s running for Colorado House District 15 and would like your vote. Election day is November 6. Watch for your ballot starting October 15. Check your district and voter registration at govotecolorado.com (Recorded 10/8/18)
Links:
Electbrendakrause.com
Brenda on Facebook
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2018-10-0909 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Marc Snyder Candidate CO House District 18 – Sept 14 2018Marc Snyder discusses his positions on Restorative Justice and the issues that will be on the Nov 6, 2018 ballot. There is mention of his opponents and the “dark money” flowing into the district. Plus: “Why am I running?” Gary Casimir hosts this “kitchen table conversation.” (Recorded 9/14/18)
You can learn more about Marc Snyder here.
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2018-09-1841 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Marc Snyder Candidate CO House District 18 – Sept 14 2018Marc Snyder discusses his positions on Restorative Justice and the issues that will be on the Nov 6, 2018 ballot. There is mention of his opponents and the “dark money” flowing into the district. Plus: “Why am I running?” Gary Casimir hosts this “kitchen table conversation.” (Recorded 9/14/18) You can learn more about Marc Snyder […]
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2018-09-1800 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Manitou Cog Railway PetitionThis concerns the Manitou Springs – Broadmoor deal to provide revenue relief to the city while the Pikes Peak Cog Railway is closed, and to provide tax relief for the next 50 years to the Broadmoor to aid in rehabilitating the railway. This is a recording of a citizens meeting held July 18, 2018 at […]
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2018-07-2100 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Manitou Cog Railway PetitionThis concerns the Manitou Springs – Broadmoor deal to provide revenue relief to the city while the Pikes Peak Cog Railway is closed, and to provide tax relief for the next 50 years to the Broadmoor to aid in rehabilitating the railway.
This is a recording of a citizens meeting held July 18, 2018 at the Briarhurst Manor to consider petitioning onto the November Manitou Springs ballot an item to rescind the agreement and start over. The citizens of Manitou Springs have a very short window in which to accomplish this.
Richard Skorman moderated the meeting. Speakers include John We...
2018-07-211h 17SoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Lori Furstenberg for Congressional 5th District of ColoradoLori Furstenberg, a voice of the people, wants your vote and bares her soul in this fast paced conversation. She is a court appointed conservator and guardian to seniors, special needs persons and Vets, So, she has heart. Collaborate, communicate, and negotiate is her mantra. In her travels the people have told her they want […]
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2018-06-2300 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Lori Furstenberg for Congressional 5th District of ColoradoLori Furstenberg, a voice of the people, wants your vote and bares her soul in this fast paced conversation.
She is a court appointed conservator and guardian to seniors, special needs persons and Vets, So, she has heart. Collaborate, communicate, and negotiate is her mantra. In her travels the people have told her they want change. The topics today cover affordable housing, military stressors, religion, being a divided nation, healthcare, and the homeless. Recorded 6/22/18
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2018-06-2331 minStudio 809 SpecialsSpecial: Creekside Camping Ordinance Town HallA controversial ordinance prohibiting camping within 100 feet of Colorado Springs creeks is the topic of this June 14, 2018 public town hall. It included a brief presentation, followed by citizen comments, along with some limited dialogue with city councilors, regarding the proposed Creekside Camping Ordinance. At the time of this town hall, the first vote on this ordinance was planned for city council consideration on June 26. Check the council agenda at www.coloradosprings.gov for more current information.
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2018-06-221h 27Studio 809 PodcastsSpecial: Creekside Camping Ordinance Town HallA controversial ordinance prohibiting camping within 100 feet of Colorado Springs creeks is the topic of this June 14, 2018 public town hall. It included a brief presentation, followed by citizen comments, along with some limited dialogue with city councilors, regarding the proposed Creekside Camping Ordinance. At the time of this town hall, the first vote on this ordinance was planned for city council consideration on June 26. Check the council agenda at http://www.coloradosprings.gov for more current information. Thanks to the City of Colorado Springs for making this available as a Studio 809 Special. To view a video recording of this event...
2018-06-221h 27SoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: N Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan Has IssuesRuth Obee, award-winning poet and author, and husband Kent Obee – both prominent, long-time open space advocates in Colorado Springs, share their significant concerns about the proposed North Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan. This plan is scheduled for a vote by the Parks Advisory Board on May 10. They also provide an update and perspective on […]
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2018-04-2700 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: N Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan Has IssuesRuth Obee, award-winning poet and author, and husband Kent Obee – both prominent, long-time open space advocates in Colorado Springs, share their significant concerns about the proposed North Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan. This plan is scheduled for a vote by the Parks Advisory Board on May 10. They also provide an update and perspective on the “Strawberry Fields” (Strawberry Hill) land-swap, related to the cañon and proposed master plan. Ruth and Kent are members of the citizen group, Save Cheyenne. (recorded April 17)
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Proposed North Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan
Strawberry Hill Master Plan
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2018-04-2748 minStudio 809 PodcastsSoapBox: N Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan Has IssuesRuth Obee, award-winning poet and author, and husband Kent Obee – both prominent, long-time open space advocates in Colorado Springs, share their significant concerns about the proposed North Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan. This plan is scheduled for a vote by the Parks Advisory Board on May 10. They also provide an update and perspective on the “Strawberry Fields” land-swap, related to the cañon and proposed master plan. Ruth and Kent are members of the citizen group, Save Cheyenne. Get your turn on the SoapBox by leaving a message at 719-203-1660 or messaging us here, on our website (http://www.studio80...
2018-04-2748 minPeak 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 minStudio 809 PodcastsStudio 809 Special: State of the Region - Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Jan 31 2018The Tri-lakes Chamber of Commerce annual State of the Region meeting. Terri Hayes is the President and CEO of the Chamber. Guest speakers are County Commissioners Stan VanderWerf of the El Paso County 3rd district and Darryl Glenn of the El Paso County 1st district. Additional speakers are the Mayor of Palmer Lake, John Cressman, and Don Wilson, Town of Monument Mayor Pro-Tem. Topics include new residences, new commercial, increasing population, capital improvement water project, and many other subjects.
2018-02-041h 27SoapBox Colorado SpringsColorado Springs City Council is being asked to ease developer requirements in the Banning Lewis Ranch annexation agreement. Local citizen Dave Gardner takes the mic in the this episode to explain why the proposal needs to be reworked. “We need to assure it doesn’t kill the city budget and ensure Colorado Springs develops in a way that recognizes the realities of the 21st century, with attention to transit, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.”
The next public meeting is a town hall on Friday, Feb 2, 6 to 7:30 pm, at Pikes Peak Regional Development Center, 2880 International Circle.
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2018-02-0107 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsColorado Springs City Council is being asked to ease developer requirements in the Banning Lewis Ranch annexation agreement. Local citizen Dave Gardner takes the mic in the this episode to explain why the proposal needs to be reworked. “We need to assure it doesn’t kill the city budget and ensure Colorado Springs develops in a […]
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2018-02-0100 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Tom Reynolds HD19 – Jan 15 2018
Tom Reynolds, candidate for Colorado House District 19 opens up about his life, faith, and beliefs. He appears to be a people’s candidate for his concerns about water, highway expansions, the criminal justice system, drug related issues, and most importantly: Kids. Check out his website for more of his positions.(Recorded: 2018 01 15 Episode 14)
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2018-01-3034 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Tom Reynolds HD19 – Jan 15 2018Tom Reynolds, candidate for Colorado House District 19 opens up about his life, faith, and beliefs. He appears to be a people’s candidate for his concerns about water, highway expansions, the criminal justice system, drug related issues, and most importantly: Kids. Check out his website for more of his positions.(Recorded: 2018 01 15 Episode 14)
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2018-01-3000 minStudio 809 SpecialsStudio 809 Special: Banning-Lewis Ranch Town Hall – Jan 16 2017This is the first of 3 public town hall meetings about the pending amendment of the Banning-Lewis Ranch annexation agreement. This agreement will govern decades of development in a massive area along the east side of the city of Colorado Springs. The developer who purchased most of the ranch has negotiated the proposed amendment. City Planning & Development Director Peter Wysocki begins the town hall with a brief presentation about the proposal.
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2018-01-181h 49Studio 809 SpecialsStudio 809 Specials: Drake Power Plant Decommissioning Town Hall Dec 5 2017Colorado Springs Utilities Board hears from the public about potentially closing the Martin Drake Power Plant earlier than currently planned. This public meeting was held on December 5, 2017. Thanks to the City of Colorado Springs for sharing this audio.
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2017-12-072h 04Studio 809 SpecialsStudio 809 Specials: Money in Local Politics – League of Women VotersGary Fornander, Jane Ard-Smith and Peg Perl of the League of Women’s Voters discuss the impact of outside money and special interest money on local politics in Colorado Springs. Well worth the listen. (Recorded 2017 11 18)
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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)
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2017-11-1426 minCityTalk 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…
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2017-11-1400 minCityTalk 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.…
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2017-10-1100 minCityTalk 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 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox – Solarize the Springs Update – March 15 2017Kyle Lisek, of the Southern Colorado Clean Cities Coalition, and Tristan Bohnen of Environment Colorado provide an update on the electric vehicle and solar group power purchase program for the Pikes Peak region. (recorded 3/13/17) For more information contact Katie or Kyle.
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2017-03-1500 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox – Solarize the Springs Update – March 15 2017Kyle Lisek, of the Southern Colorado Clean Cities Coalition, and Tristan Bohnen of Environment Colorado provide an update on the electric vehicle and solar group power purchase program for the Pikes Peak region. (recorded 3/13/17)
For more information contact Katie or Kyle.
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2017-03-1509 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Colorado Springs City Council Candidates ReviewedLocal citizen/activists Gary Casimir and Dave Gardner review the candidates for Colorado Springs City Council in the April 2017 election and offer their recommendations. Included is analysis of what the endorsements and financial support of the candidates should tell us – particularly with regard to Colorado Springs Forward and the Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs (HBA). Recorded on 2/22/17.
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2017-02-2849 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Colorado Springs City Council Candidates ReviewedLocal citizen/activists Gary Casimir and Dave Gardner review the candidates for Colorado Springs City Council in the April 2017 election and offer their recommendations. Included is analysis of what the endorsements and financial support of the candidates should tell us – particularly with regard to Colorado Springs Forward and the Housing & Building Association of […]
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2017-02-2800 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: New Solar Group Power Purchase Pgm – Feb 23 2017Katie Otterbeck of Environment Colorado and Kyle Lisek of Southern Colorado Clean Cities fill us in on a new group power purchase program to bring discounted solar power to the Pikes Peak region – solar panels and/or electric vehicles. For more information contact Katie or Kyle.
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2017-02-2309 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: New Solar Group Power Purchase Pgm – Feb 23 2017Katie Otterbeck of Environment Colorado and Kyle Lisek of Southern Colorado Clean Cities fill us in on a new group power purchase program to bring discounted solar power to the Pikes Peak region – solar panels and/or electric vehicles. For more information contact Katie or Kyle.
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2017-02-2300 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: White Conservative Friends – February 3 2017Do your beliefs really line up with your religion? Gary Casimir reads a commentary by John Pavolvitz.
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2017-02-0400 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: White Conservative Friends – February 3 2017Do your beliefs really line up with your religion? Gary Casimir reads a commentary by John Pavolvitz.
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2017-02-0408 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox – Utilities SecretsYou’ve read or heard bits and pieces. Now get the full story from local clean air advocate Jim Riggins and resident Laura Van Der Pol. Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) refused to release publicly funded air quality models that show dangerous levels of sulfur dioxide. A concerned mother (Leslie Weise) took them to court. Now CSU […]
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2017-01-2800 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox – Utilities SecretsYou’ve read or heard bits and pieces. Now get the full story from local clean air advocate Jim Riggins and resident Laura Van Der Pol. Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) refused to release publicly funded air quality models that show dangerous levels of sulfur dioxide. A concerned mother (Leslie Weise) took them to court. Now CSU and the city of Colorado Springs are trying to intimidate her with jail time and $30,000+ for uncovering their deceit. You can support the defense fund mentioned in this episode at: www.gofundme.com/city-attacks-whistleblower (1/27/2017)
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2017-01-2836 minCityTalk 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 minCityTalk 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…
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2016-12-0900 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Don’t Limit Citizen Appeals of Land Use DecisionsWalter Lawson’s comments to Colorado Springs City Council about a proposed amendment to add significant limits to citizens’ ability to appeal land use decisions by the City Planning Commission. Council is expected to vote on this December 13, 2016.
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2016-12-0800 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Don’t Limit Citizen Appeals of Land Use DecisionsWalter Lawson’s comments to Colorado Springs City Council about a proposed amendment to add significant limits to citizens’ ability to appeal land use decisions by the City Planning Commission. Council is expected to vote on this December 13, 2016.
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2016-12-0805 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-11-1800 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-11-1828 minCityTalk 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…
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2016-11-1100 minCityTalk 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…
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2016-11-0400 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-10-2800 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapbox: Bobby, Remember Me – October 24, 2016Pikes Peak region residents step up to the mic and share their gripes, compliments, and/or suggestions about hot topics. (Let us know if you want the mic!)
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2016-10-2700 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapbox: Bobby, Remember Me – October 24, 2016Pikes Peak region residents step up to the mic and share their gripes, compliments, and/or suggestions about hot topics. (Let us know if you want the mic!)
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2016-10-2705 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-10-2100 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-10-1400 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-10-0700 minCityTalk 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.
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2016-09-3000 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Creek Week – Allison Plute & Travis WillamsCreek Week is coming to Colorado Springs–9 days of fun. Listen and sign up.
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2016-09-2500 minSoapBox Colorado SpringsSoapBox: Creek Week – Allison Plute & Travis WillamsCreek Week is coming to Colorado Springs–9 days of fun. Listen and sign up.
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2016-09-2518 minCityTalk 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…
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2016-09-2300 minCityTalk 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…
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2016-09-1600 minCityTalk 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…
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2016-09-0900 minCityTalk 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.…
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2016-09-0200 minCityTalk 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.…
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2016-08-2600 minCityTalk 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…
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