Have a great weekend!!
Weekly Updates for week ending October 16, 2020
CITY CLERK: . MUNICIPAL COURT: Municipal Court personnel continued preparing for the October 20, 2020 court date next week. Additionally, personnel entered 21 Failure To Appear warrants.
STAFF HIGHLIGHTS: In addition to prepping for City Council meeting next week, staff performed a variety of other duties. A Special Event Liquor Permit was approved for this weekend’s Mountain Brews and Manitou Wine event. One Liquor License Renewal and one Modification of Premises application was received for processing. The City Council and Metro District Proposed 2021 Budgets Notice were prepared and posted as required.
REMINDER: In accordance with Municipal Code 02.08.090, ALL matters to appear on the agenda shall be filed with the City Clerk’s Office no later than twelve noon (12) on Wednesday. Matters not filed with the City Clerk in accordance with the code will not be considered and be placed on the Agenda for the following meeting.
COUNCIL MEETINGS & AGENDA: The First and Third Tuesdays of each month are Regular Council Meetings. Work Sessions are held the Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month (as needed). If there is a Fifth Tuesday in the month, generally there are no meetings this night.
With the COVID-19 outbreak and social distancing, until further notice City Council meetings will be held on-line. For the time being, we are using Zoom. You can always go to the City's Website (https://www.manitouspringsgov.com/201/City-Council) to click on the link for the Live on-line meetings via Zoom.
ZOOM MEETING: Here is the link to the City Council October 20, 2020 Work Session via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83219641560?pwd=SGUrbkIybUkrNGpiWVZQbllDbnhPUT0 9 Passcode: 912983
To view all Agendas, Meeting Packets and Minutes of previous City Council meetings, visit: https://manitouspringscityco.documents-on-demand.com/
CODE ENFORCEMENT: . THIS WEEK Code Enforcement has worked on the bear/trash/cans knocked over issues reported via See/Click/Fix. Bear proof trash cans have been given out to several residents. One issue on the website was addressed concerning the dirt coming down the hillside over the sidewalk – this situation is requires a fix from the property owner.
The Code Enforcement Officer is working on a plan to implement new code language concerning nuisance properties. This will be brought before Council on November 17th. The Officer continued inspections for business licenses, ensuring they are brought into compliance.
EVENT COORDINATION: . COVID19 WORKPLACE COORDINATOR: The Event Coordinator in her dual role as the Covid-19 WorkPlace Coordinator has been making her rounds throughout City Facilities talking to staff about any concerns they may have regarding being back to work and new City protocols due to COVID. If any of you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Meghan Weiss ([email protected], 719-492-2353).
Some friendly COVID Reminders: If you or a family member is tested positive for COVID-19 you must reach out to HR ([email protected]) Masks are REQUIRED! Thank you for helping to keep each other and our community safe! After EVERY customer interaction please wipe down anything they touched (surfaces, door knobs, pens, etc) You are REQUIRED to sanitize your work station 3 times a day: when you arrive, once during the work day, and before you leave Please sanitize any communal space you use for meetings (Council Chambers, Memorial Hall, etc) Please sanitize commonly used items/areas in your area (copiers, microwaves, drawers, etc…) Please let Meghan know if your office needs cleaning supplies!
BLOOD DRIVES: The next Blood Drive is scheduled for NOVEMBER 10th in Memorial Hall. Here is the link to sign up to donate: https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa
UPCOMING PUBLIC EVENTS: We have a new community skate club! Every Monday and Friday at 9am and every Wednesday at 6pm join Manitou Skate Club in Mansions Pavilion for free roller skating! Daily yoga is happening in Mansions Park from 8-9am in groups of less than 10 people. On the colder mornings, the group moves into Memorial Hall, when it is available. Mountain Brews & Manitou Wines- Soda Springs Park- October 17th Smokebrush Foundation Day of the Dead Event- date and details TBD Christmas Parade- date and details TBD
CANON AVENUE ART PROJECT: Meghan has been working with the Smokebrush Foundation to revive this project and is meeting with the project manager next week. Stay tuned for a timeline on when the art will be completed and installed!
FINANCE DEPARTMENT: . CUSTOMER SERVICE INTERACTIONS IN FINANCE DEPT: To ensure we follow the guidelines of 6 feet social distancing and 50% staffing in the office per COVID-19 requirements and suggestions, our staff are on a rotating schedule - either working in the office or teleworking. Staff is working to ensure the needs of residents and the community are being met including responding to calls and emails.
The below chart reflects the number of phone calls handled for the week of 10/05/2020 – 10/09/2020 Utility Billing Clerk Phone Log Number of Date Calls Monday 20 Tuesday 13 Wednesday 8 Thursday 11 Friday 28 80
People are gradually coming into the Finance Department for personal interactions. Everyone is following the mask and social distancing requirements. The below chart reflects the different in-person interactions:
Utilities Bills discussions/payments 14 Business License discussions/payments Lodging Tax & Amusement Tax Info/Payment 2 Deliveries 7 Court Clerk/Ticket Payments 1 Facilities Rental Info/Payments 2 Parking Ticket Information 1 Planning Department information/payments 1 Cemetery/Notary Requests 2 Police Information Employees-payroll/check request/budget/information inquiries/discussions 7 Misc (directions, general information, other payment types, etc.) 14 *Total: 51
*This does not include phone calls or emails.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: Business License/Utilities Clerk sent out 14 Business License Renewal Letters, Processed and sent 17 Business License Certificates. Business License/Utilities Clerk reviewed and forwarded 14 Short-Term Rental Licenses to Code Enforcement for inspection.
DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS: Finance Director is currently working on the MD&A (Manager Discussion and Analysis). Our Accounting Clerk has been out of the office and will return to process invoices on October 19th. Our Utilities Clerk will be out of the office from October 12th through the 20th. We are fortunate that our former Utilities Clerk (Dorris) agreed to come out of retirement to help while our staff is on their well-deserved vacations.
Please remember that October 12th is a recognized Federal Holiday.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: . THIS WEEK the Manitou Springs Fire Department handled 30 Incident Responses. There were 15 Medical related incidents and 15 Fire/Hazmat/other related incidents. The Fire Department had 2 Incline/Barr Trail Calls.
The Fire Department performed 2 hours of training this week with 24 hours of volunteer training hours. Training was a Wildland training that included initial attack with hose deployment and building ground line around a fire.
INCLINE FIRE: The fire department responded to the Incline Fire that started Thursday night and announced complete containment on Sunday Evening.
The Incline Fire highlighted the importance of Mutual Aid Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, and Jurisdictional Boundaries, and was a tremendous example of cooperatorship.
The fire was reported on Thursday, October 8, by numerous callers around 5:15pm, and dispatched to Manitou Springs Fire Department, Crystal Park Fire Department and El Paso County Wildland Fire Crew.
Upon arriving at the incident, firefighters found that the fire was burning in the understory of 15 foot tall mature Oak Brush with 1 to 3 foot flame lengths. The overstory was not burning leaving unburned fuels throughout the entire burn area creating a very hazardous environment that had the properties to reburn.
Within the burn area was an illegal camp of approximately 15’ x 30’.
The success of containing and extinguishing the fire was so quickly is contributed to a joint effort of the Manitou Springs Fire Department and many local entities. The Manitou Springs Fire Department would like to thank the following for assistance with this incident:
Manitou Springs Police Department El Paso County Sheriff’s Deputies El Paso County Wildland Fire Crew Colorado Springs Fire Department American Medical Response Crystal Park Fire Department (Lookout and Coverage) Green Mountain Falls Fire Department (Coverage) Pike San Isabel Forest Service (Engine and a Module – 7 personnel) Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (BC and TAVA – 10 personnel / Multi-Mission Aircraft) Colorado Springs Utilities Wildland Fire Crew (3 personnel) Ft. Carson Fire Department (Safety Officer – Baker) Emergency Incident Services (EIS) – REHAB El Paso County Sheriff’s Office – Command Vehicle El Paso County Sheriff’s Office –Tactical Dispatcher Manitou Springs School District 14 Red Cross Monument Police Department Other individuals that made up Command Staff (PIO’s, Check-In/Accountability, Plans Chief)
HUMAN RESOURCES (CPS HR) . WELCOME: No new employees for this week
RECRUITING:
If you are or anyone you know that may be interested in the job openings currently posted, please visit the City’s website to apply: https://manitouspringsgov.casellehire.com/jobs/
COVID19: As operations begin to return to normal, we all still need to be aware of symptoms. If you are experiencing Coronavirus-19 symptoms or have possibly been exposed, please contact HR immediately. [email protected] or 719-728- 5898.
HR SCHEDULE AND LOCATION: PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION OF HR OFFICE
Effective Monday October 19, 2020, HR will be located in the upper office of the pool facility – 202 Manitou Ave. HR will be moving on Friday October 16, 2020 and may have periods of limited availability.
Sarah Borkowski’s Schedule for this week Monday On Site - Pool 8:00AM – 2:00PM Tuesday On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 12:00PM Wednesday On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 3:00PM Thursday On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 12:00PM Friday On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 2:00PM
Crystal Newman’s Schedule for this week Monday 10/19/2020 On Site - Pool 8:00AM – 4:00PM Tuesday 10/20/2020 Not Available Not Available Wednesday 10/21/2020 On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 4:00PM Thursday 10/22/2020 On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 1:00PM Friday 10/23/2020 On Site – Pool 8:00AM – 4:00PM
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE TRAINING: Meeting invites have been sent for the below trainings. A secondary employee training is being scheduled. Once confirmed, meeting invite will be sent. November 5, 2020 9:00AM – 10:30AM Managers November 5, 2020 11:00AM – 11:45AM Employees
OPEN ENROLLMENT MEETINGS: Please ensure you have accepted one of the meetings below. Memorial hall is limited to 25 people so it is important that HR has an accurate number for each meeting. November 12, 2020 7AM, 11AM, and 3PM Memorial Hall November 13, 2020 7AM, 10AM, 12PM and Memorial Hall 2PM
PARKING . CITATIONS: Over the past week the Parking Enforcement Officers (PEO’s) have issued a total of 154 citations totaling $7,860.00. Of those citations, the biggest violators were: RPP Violations with o 61 Citations issued o Totaling $4,270.00 Proof of Vehicle Registration with o 8 Citations issued o Totaling $800.00 Posted Fire Lane with o 6 Citations issued o Totaling $600.00
PARKING TRANSACTIONS: This week there were 7,582 parking transactions for on- street parking and parking lots including Wichita Lot, Smischny Lot, Canon Lot, and 50% of Barr Trail Lot, equaling to $14,712.84 of parking revenue. The Hiawatha Lot had 595 transactions.
STAFF AND EVENTS: The Parking Department is fully staffed with the staffing of the 4th Parking Enforcement Officer. The Parking Manager and staff reinforced a kiosk in the Hiawatha Lot that had been hit by a vehicle. Cones were wrapped and dropped off on Park Avenue for Manitou Brews and Wine.
PARKS AND RECREATION: . PARKS: A large dangerous branch that was hanging down in Memorial Park was removed to the best of Public Works abilities. A tree service will be consulted on the safe removal of the rest of the branches.
The Parks department assisted with keeping the public safe and set up traffic control at the incline fire. Fall operations and preparations continue in all the Parks.
CEMETERY: Staff began excavation in Crystal Valley Cemetery for the installation of an improved irrigation system in the upper sections. Several sprinkler heads in the Cemetery that were damaged by the preparation of several burials were repaired.
We are pleased to announce our current Park Maintenance crew member Jason Radcliff is moving into the recently vacated Cemetery Caretaker role and adding GIS Tech responsibilities to his duties. This week staff discussed how best to move forward to ensure we continue to provide the best customer service, particularly in the Cemetery realm. Thank you, Jason for taking this on! We know you’re going to do great!
POOL: Patron Count: o Weight Room- 35 o Lap Swim- 410
Water Aerobics are scheduled to begin on Monday, October 19th. o Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11:00-11:50am o Tuesday, Thursday 9:00-9:50am
PLANNING: . BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Planning Commission: The Planning Commission last met on October 14, 2020 and forwarded a recommendation to City Council regarding the Food Truck Operation at Hiawatha Gardens and postponed a Setback Variance request at 44 Grant Avenue. The next meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2020 and will the postponed Variance request at 44 Grant Avenue, A Minor Subdivision and Two Setback Variances (Rear and Side Yard) at 513 Manitou Avenue and 6 South Path, A Vacation of Right of Way (portion of Fairview Avenue) at 515 Ruxton Avenue, and a Minor Subdivision at 2-4 and 6 Canon Avenue.
Historic Preservation Commission: The Historic Preservation Commission met on October 7, 2020 and approved 2 Applications for Material Change of Appearance Certification for New Windows at 303 Washington Avenue in the Lower Washington Historic District and New Signage at 962 Manitou Avenue. The next Regular Meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2020, however, no submissions have yet been received for this meeting at the time of writing this update.
Open Space Advisory Committee: The Open Space Advisory Committee has been busy this year. They held their last regular meeting on September 28, 2020 and discussed trail signage, land acquisitions, and trail evaluations for trail maintenance. A OSAC Sub Committee meeting was held on October 8, 2020 at 4:00 PM to discuss trail maintenance locations and budget. The next Regular Meeting will be held on October 26, 2020.
Housing Advisory Board: The Housing Advisory Board last met on September 14, 2020. The Housing Advisory Board continues to work on the Housing Code draft and are currently looking at minimum SQFT sizes and tailor the Code toward Manitou’s unique circumstances. The next Regular Meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2020.
HIGHLIGHT: The Planning Department received cookies from a new resident as a thank you for providing them with information regarding the property, the historic district in which the property is found, and the processes and development standards for remodeling the existing home.
POLICE DEPARTMENT: . CALLS FOR SERVICE: This week the Manitou Springs Police Department (MSPD) handled 196 Calls for Service resulting in 23 case reports. Most frequent call types: 13 traffic stops 22 citizen contacts. 12 calls for disturbance
Our officers assisted the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office outside of Manitou Springs on 17 Calls for Service
NOTABLE CASES: Date & Time Occurred: 10/12/2020 19:59
Classifications: •BURGLARY - BURGLARY, OTHER •NON UCR REPORTABLE - NON UCR REPORTABLE
•THEFT - THEFT OTHER •PUBLIC PEACE - HARASSING COMMUNICATION Comments: On October 12, 2020 officers responded to the 400 block of El Paso Blvd for a restraining order violation. Once on scene officers spoke to the victim who stated the suspect had climbed into her house through a window using a ladder.
Date & Time Occurred: 10/09/2020 19:34 Classifications:
•ARSON - BURNING, OTHER Comments: Officers were dispatched to a wildfire in a densely wooded area in the mountainous region on the outskirts of the city. Officers joined in a large scale interagency effort to assess and contain the fire, ensure the safety of nearby residents, and ultimately investigate potential sources. The investigation is ongoing.
Date & Time Occurred: 10/14/2020 09:47 Classifications:
•SEXUAL ASSAULT - SEXUAL ASSAULT, SODOMY GIRL STRONGARM Comments: Manitou Springs Police Department was notified of a possible sexual assault that occurred in the 100 block of Waltham
APPRECIATION: During the fire efforts, our lovely citizens Nancy Bramwell and Juanita Henningsen made a special trip to ensure our Officers and Firemen were fed by bringing 14 pizzas to the precinct. They said to make certain our hard-working men and women knew their efforts were appreciated.
CURRENT PRIORITIES AND PROJECTS: City Council has directed the Chief to provide and plan to expand and enhance the current Homeless Camp abatement and fire mitigation process. This is an excellent opportunity to provide a plan which holistically considers immediate relief and long-term resolutions for a problem which cannot be solved with a singular approach. A proposal is in the works!
NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE CONCERN: Beckers Lane. The Police Department, Code Enforcement, City Administrator and representatives of City Council are working to provide a long term solution to a situation plaguing the neighborhood.
PUBLIC INFORMATION AND ENGAGEMENT: . SOCIAL MEDIA: As of 10/15/2020 at 2:20pm the Communications Team posted on Facebook, Nextdoor, Twitter, and Instagram 36 times this week. In addition, the Team responded to comments and direct messages from citizens on social media.
Subjects posted about: 1. 10/8 1. CSU Gas Main Announcement 2. Fire Information 3. Fire Update – No new info 2. 10/9 1. Fire Update – Status Quo 2. Power Outage 3. Power restored 4. COS Parks and Recreation Fire Update (Shared) 5. Fire Update – 1 Acre 6. Fire Update – 60% Contained 3. 10/10 1. Fire Update 2. Fire Update – 80% Contained 4. 10/11 1. Final Fire Update – 100% Contained 2. City Hall Closed in Observance of Columbus Day 5. 10/13 1. Gas Main Installation 2. City Council Meeting 3. Voting Options 4. Becker’s Bridge Community Meeting 6. 10/14 1. Community Budget Meeting 2. Utility Survey 7. 10/15 1. Becker’s Bridge Meeting Reminder
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT (PW): . ADMINISTRATION / GRANTS : Pikes Peak Region Hazard Mitigation Plan: A draft copy of plan was provided to City Planning Director. Planning Director, Senior Planner, and Fire Department staff will review and provide comments by Oct. 31. USFS permits for Reservoir: Senior Planner is coordinating with USFS and Public works staff to complete GIS mapping. Staff is working to completing the draft permit request form and will reach out to staff to resolve remaining questions. Coordinating with planning staff on historic/cultural assessment. Plan Manitou: Senior Planner presented the annual Plan Manitou Progress Report to City Council on Sept. 29. This year, we developed a more in depth report to highlight our overall strategy for each Focus Area. Council appreciated the update. One Council member shared a question related to tree maintenance and wildfire risk. Several members related that they see many citizens are exploring home gardening, and would like to see more activities move forward to promote home gardening and access to fresh, healthy foods. Oct 6 Care and Share food pickup: Karen Berchtold, Alex Trefry, and Meghan Weiss participated. 21 families received food bundles. We are working closely with School District staff to get the word out to District families in need. Next food pickup is Tuesday, Nov. 3 – Election Day! Parks & Facilities Capital Improvement Plan – Coordinated with Cushing Terrell team to perform onsite visits for their data gathering and answered use/purpose questions to guide their time in Manitou Springs. Special Use Permit for Pedals and Parklets Patios - Continue to work on the application for CDOT Special Use Permit for Pedals and Parklets Patios grant submission. Insurance requirements are a sticking point and need clarification before we can move forward with obtaining that special use permit. CARES ACT - Continue to gather all CARES Act spending to ensure our allocation is spent by the end of the year deadline. Colorado American Planning Association Conference- Participated in sessions for 2020 Legislative Session review. Keynote – Supercharge for Resilience and Success, Adaptive Reuse – Small steps to Resolve Today’s Planning Issues.
CITY ENGINEERING : MAPS – The project is currently under Advertisement. The project will open bids the week of 19 October. Sanitary and Water Repairs at Clarksley/Plainview – Bids were opened and identified a successful low-bidder. The contract is out for approvals and the Notice-to-Proceed would be issued shortly after the contract is fully executed. Soda Springs Park – The project continues to make progress with final plans scheduled to be delivered to the City the week of 19th. Creek Walk Trail (Phase 3,4,5) Colorado Springs Health Foundation grant closeout: Senior Planner coordinated with Finance to identify additional Creek walk invoices that could be covered under this grant, met with CSHF staff, prepared final spreadsheet, and posted final report to close out this grant. CSHF staff responded positively to our report and we will keep them in the loop as the project progresses. Public Works and Planning staff met to discuss next steps to secure a key remaining easement in this section. Serpentine Ave alignment: Ongoing collaboration between Public Works and planning to define trail alignment in this sector. Water Treatment Plant Mini-hydroelectric Project – The contract documents have been executed by the contractor and are with the City for approval. Once fully executed, the notice-to-proceed will be issues. Manitou Incline – Manitou Staff continue to meet weekly with the City of Colorado Springs to discuss the project and offer and suggest modifications as necessary. Several improvements and enhancements have already been implemented as a result of feedback from the public, businesses and users. The main focus of the recent meetings has been to identify how, if any, the FIRS system should be modified for off-season usage. o To view the minutes from these meetings, visit : https://www.manitouspringsgov.com/585/Manitou-Incline Filter #1 at the Water Treatment Plant – Timberline has completed installing SCADA system for water treatment plant controls and valve operations. Glacier is now mobilized to continue construction work. Becker’s Lane Bridge: Project team is preparing for the community meeting on Oct 15, 6:30 pm to present final bridge and streetscape designs based on previous public input. Staff is working closely with the project team to respond to community input and respond to comments and questions from the public. We obtained input from local gardeners on tree selection and pollinator plants, and revised proposed lighting to address concerns about light pollution. To participate, please visit the City’s online community events calendar: https://manitouspringsgov.com/Calendar.aspx, then click on Oct. 15 to access meeting information. Ruxton Avenue – Consultant is 85% complete with topographical survey and has begun working on ROW delineation.
FACILITIES/CUSTODIAL : Staff continues to perform deep cleaning per COVID-19 specifications at all city facilities and park bathrooms 3 times a day. Staff completed 6 SeeClickFix work orders and performed necessary maintenance in public restrooms in Soda Springs Park. Staff walked Creek Walk Trail picking up trash and filling 4 garbage bags of trash from trail litter.
Staff was called out on an emergency call to a report of hornets at the Barr Trail restroom. Upon arrival, staff discovered a huge hornet’s nest with at least 100 hornets occupying. After dressing up in safety gear and proper equipment, the hornets were eliminated and the nest removed. Staff deep clean several public trash cans downtown, eliminating the “bad smell” from the trash sticking to the inside of the cans.
STREETS/STORMWATER : Staff installed 70 no parking cones and signs along west side of Manitou Avenue in support of the Manitou Avenue PPRTA re-paving project. This effort helped assure that the contracted paving company would have a clean slate to perform their milling and paving of the entire 1 mile strip.
Staff performed tree trimming along Manitou Avenue and Mayfair Drive to help mitigate foliage overgrowth due to a heavy summer wet season. This trimming helped ensure that road signs could be seen by vehicle operators and that pedestrians and cyclist could be see around a curve or corner.
Staff performed pothole repairs and water break patch back on Oklahoma Avenue and planned repairs for Squirrel Path Road. Staff provided traffic control for a stormwater drain pan installation at 107 Crystal Hills Road and facilitated the future repair installation of a 6 inch curb near 118 Iron Road to help mitigate stormwater runoff.
WATER/SEWER : Staff completed all required water meter readings and completed 6 work orders and 4 water locates. Staff is working with CIRSA on specific claims submitted by residents regarding possible damage to property from water or sewer back-ups. Staff retrieved trash at Mineral Springs, Barr Trail Parking Lot and Incline.
The contractor continued with the Hydrant flushing and testing hydrants in sector 8 within the city limits. Staff performed maintenance at 10 Spencer Lane. As a follow-up, crew discussed with the resident the possible ways which to resolve her water issues.
Staff assisted the Manitou Avenue paving contractor by installing 3 new sewer manhole rings and covers. After careful planning, staff made preparations to perform the necessary maintenance for the water distribution line and meter at COG railway.
WATER TREATMENT PLANT – MONTHLY FLOW REPORT THROUGH: 14 October
Oct-20 1 685,421 2 685,456 3 810,121 4 871,242 5 863,414 6 718,241 7 718,116 8 718,940 9 835,398 10 687,001 11 744,209 12 744,209 13 744,209 14 734,046
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT: . INCLINE FIRE FOLLOW-UP: Earlier, in the Fire Department update Chief Forsett did a beautiful job of briefly explaining the situation of the Incline fire and identifying all of the individual entities that contributed to containing the fire and keeping our community, residents, visitors, and staff safe.
There is one group which Chief Forsett omitted from his update – our amazing Fire Department. From all the full-time staff, part-time staff, and the numerous volunteers responded to the actual fire to those who stepped-up to maintain routine operations at the fire station, ensuring all calls were responded to accordingly.
The fire allowed all of us to view Chief John Forsett’s excellent leadership and his team’s unwavering dedication to this City. We are truly fortunate to have an excellent Fire Department.
Lastly, let’s not forget our Public Information and Engagement Officer Alex Trefry. Alex worked tirelessly in coordinating with Chief Forsett and MSFD, the Colorado Springs Fire Department, US. Forestry Service, City of Colorado Springs, Mayor Graham, and more throughout the weekend and the late night/early mornings. All so he could gather information and provide us with accurate, up-to-date information as soon as it was available. His work allowed our community and staff stay calm (as calm as one can be with an impending emergent fire situation) and updated.
Thank you, Alex,!!!
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