Behind the Springs

It’s been a while! Mayor Yemi is back to talk about a summer of celebrations, public safety, budget plans and a back-to-school reminder. 

We just celebrated a special 4th of July with our country’s 250th anniversary, and the party isn’t over yet! On August 1st, Colorado turns 150. Luckily, that falls on a Saturday and so we’re collaborating with several partners to throw a bash with music, food, drinks, history and more at Rock Ledge Ranch at Garden of the Gods Park. Tune in to find out more about the celebration and how to join the fun!

Our City just welcomed a new director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services. He’s getting started at the perfect time because July is National Parks and Recreation Month. Hear about his vision along with the great events happening in Colorado Springs this summer!

The way officers in the Real Time Crime Center are using drones and other technology is one of the many reasons that some types of crimes are down in our city. Hear about the positive numbers and the challenges facing our Colorado Springs Police Department. Just in time for National Police Week, we hear from Colorado Springs Police Chief Adrian Vasquez. Listen today at: LINK

Meet our new City Forester and find out what his team is doing to care for tens of thousands of trees across Colorado Springs. It’s something that benefits our entire community is so many ways! 

Colorado is experiencing one its warmest winter and spring seasons on record which is concerning for the team that keeps an eye on our wildfire risk. Our Fire Chief has worked in our community for 40 years, and he’s sharing his thoughts about this unusual year, what the Colorado Springs Fire Department is doing to prepare and what YOU can do to be ready. Don’t miss this important conversation! 

This year, the state of Colorado turns 150 and American marks 250 years of independence. Find out about the many ways to celebrate these two major milestones right here in the Pikes Peak region. Hear from our local historians about upcoming events and why it’s so important to pause and reflect!

We’re talking about a plan that will shape an entire area of our City in a positive way. It’s called the Southeast Strong Neighborhood Plan, and it’s the first community planning project undertaken through the Neighborhood Planning Program. Recommendations from this plan will touch on things like transportation, economic development, celebrating culture, housing, public safety and public health. Join our project manager and Councilmember Gold for this great conversation!

Not only is the Colorado Springs Airport convenient and friendly, but it’s also now international and getting a whole new look. Hear from the new Aviation Director about the exciting improvements underway, how new destinations are added, and why you should Fly COS!

Mayor Yemi is here to kick of the new year with some focus!! That’s his word of the year and he’s sharing his main priorities and what the City team will focus on in 2026.