By William J. Dagendesh A request to demolish three structures at 183 Crystal Park Road, the former Cheyenne Village, dominated the Oct. 18 Manitou Springs City Council meeting. Council voted 7-0 to uphold a recommendation to demolish the buildings, finding it economically impractical to rehabilitate or relocate the structures. Also, council voted 7-0 to approve […]
The election is fast approaching — it’s Tuesday, Nov. 8 — so here are some helpful tips. If you are registered to vote and your information is current, you should automatically receive a mailed ballot. Check your registration and ensure your current address is on file at GoVoteColorado.gov. Ballots should be mailed to registered voters […]
Join City Administrator Denise Howell and city department directors for a community meeting about Manitou Springs’ proposed 2023 budget. The event will start at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the Manitou Art Center’s Hagnauer Gallery, 513 Manitou Ave. Community members can learn about the proposed budget for each department and give feedback on how […]
Manitou Springs Real Estate LLC is sponsoring its annual Warm Clothing Drive. Clean, gently used winter clothing such as coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, scarves and boots will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 2. All sizes are accepted, but there is a heightened need this year for men’s shoes, boots, socks and gloves. Please drop off […]
Courtesy of Denise Howell, Manitou Springs city administrator Fall is upon us, and it has been a busy summer! The city has been focusing on our proposed 2023 Budget, which City Council will vote on at the Nov. 15 (first reading) and Dec. 6 (second reading) meetings. Before then, we are asking for your feedback […]
Courtesy of Colorado Springs Utilities We’d like to thank Manitou Springs for being patient with us! In the summer of 2020, we began a five-year natural gas pipeline project called “Mesa to Manitou.” With your help and patience, we recently completed the first two phases of the project. These phases included the replacement of 10,000 […]
The Emma Crawford Coffin Races & Parade will return Saturday, Oct. 29, in downtown Manitou. The parade starts at noon, followed immediately by the races. Racers’ applications are due Oct. 21. If you want to walk in the parade, fill out the form at manitousprings.org/coffin-parade-application. In its 28th year, the event is expected to attract as […]
Brenda Holmes-Stanciu is a 30-year veteran educator, mostly in Colorado Springs District 11. She has two children at Manitou Springs High School and has lived here since 2001. She’s also at the forefront of the Stand Up for Manitou group’s attempts to learn more about why teachers are leaving District 14. Holmes-Stanciu spoke to the […]
By William J. Dagendesh Concerns over the departure of numerous staff and teachers highlighted the Oct. 17 Manitou Springs School District 14 Board of Education meeting. Held in the Middle School Media Center, the meeting heard comments from a packed house of frustrated parents and former D14 educators who want to know why more than […]
On Wednesday, Oct. 19, jurors in the Matthew Barton trial said they couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict in the trial of the former Manitou Springs High School teacher and soccer coach. Barton, 53, was arrested in January 2022 for having sexual relations with a 14-year-old sophomore student that began in 2007, according to court records. […]
Due to an unfortunate circumstance, the previously announced winning design for the Emma Crawford Coffin Races T-shirt cannot be used. The second-place design will take its place. The winning artist is Jack Rodè, who will receive two VIP tickets to the Coffin Races on Saturday, Oct. 29, the 2022 commemorative T-shirt and $50 in Manitou […]
On Monday, Oct. 17, and Tuesday, Oct. 18, a contractor will mill and pave Cañon Avenue from Manitou Avenue to Park Avenue. During those days, no on-street parking will be available on Cañon Avenue, but one lane of through traffic will be maintained at all times. Access to the Cañon Avenue parking lot will be […]
The election is fast approaching — it’s Tuesday, Nov. 8 — so here are some helpful tips. If you are registered to vote and your information is current, you should automatically receive a mailed ballot. Check your registration and ensure your current address is on file at GoVoteColorado.gov. Ballots will be mailed to registered voters […]
Bears are about to get very active in Colorado as they search for food before hibernating this winter. At this time, they’re likely to forage for human food, trash and fruit trees in urban areas. Their instinct to eat can overcome any fear of humans. They can sniff out potential food sources as much as […]
Manitou Springs Real Estate LLC is sponsoring its annual Warm Clothing Drive. Clean, gently used winter clothing such as coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, scarves and boots will be accepted through Friday, Dec. 2. All sizes are accepted, but there is a heightened need this year for men’s shoes, boots, socks and gloves. Please drop off […]
Heuser & Heuser law firm is dedicated not only to protecting the legal interests of Colorado residents, but also supporting the community’s young people. Applications are being accepted for a scholarship that will support three students in their educational journeys and help them be a force for positive change in the world. Scholarships will be […]
The city of Manitou Springs has partnered with Resource Central to offer free Slow the Flow sprinkler audits. During the 75-minute evaluations, trained professionals will inspect your system. They will identify problem areas as well as perform tests to help you create the most efficient schedule for your yard. The audits show that 99 percent […]
In partnership with the Housing Advisory Board, the city’s Planning Department is providing $10,000 in funding toward the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program, which will give rebates to homeowners or residents via their water bills. The funds can pay for insulation, air sealing, heat pumps, water heaters, high-efficiency toilets and irrigation equipment. This program will continue […]
Care and Share’s free groceries distributions will continue at the Pool & Fitness Center, 202 Manitou Ave. It is a shopping experience, meaning everybody is welcome to receive as much, or as little, of groceries as they want. Distributions take place noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays. The next date is Oct. 18, followed by Nov. 1 and […]
This issue is the first Bulletin printed at our new printing company. The pages are smaller — approximately 10 inches wide by 11 inches tall — so the sizes of type and photos have been slightly reduced. Email [email protected] if you have questions or comments.
