Studio 809 Specials

Should the City of Colorado Springs take steps to reduce the deer population in town? If so, what steps? This town hall included a presentation from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and discussion among citizens and city councilors. (recorded 8/15/18) The post Special: Deer Management Town Hall – Aug 15 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Learn about a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in Colorado Springs. The Council of Neighbors and Organizations (CONO) hosted this informational meeting on August 7, 2018. City of Colorado Springs Assistant Director of Planning, Meggan Herington provided an update on the current draft of the ordinance. (Recorded 8/7/18) The post Special: Regulating VRBO & Airbnb in C Springs appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

The mayors of Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, Green Mountain Falls, Fountain, Monument, Woodland Park, and Pueblo, Colorado sit down for a frank and open discussion of the issues facing each and every one of them in the region: water, stormwater, homelessness, affordable housing, and the list goes on. This event was sponsored by Nunn Construction, […] The post Special: Mayors Panel – July 25 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

This panel discussion focused on the role of state and local finance agencies in helping residents and workers find low- and moderate-income housing. Hosted by the Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs. Panelists: Irv Halter; Allison George; Cris White; DeAnne McCann; Mike Burks. Moderated by Kevin Walker. Todd Anderson fills in for Kevin Walker […] The post Special: Affordable Housing Forum – June 29 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

A 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 […] The post Special: Creekside Camping Ordinance Town Hall appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Dialog Over Diatribe: Hear about the need for and the important community-building accomplishments of Citizens Project in Colorado Springs. Executive Director Deb Walker and Norm Bouchard kick off this 25th anniversary event – with the help of Mark Garner, Yemi Mobolade, Cynthia Nimerichter, Jane Ard-Smith, Joy Garscadden, Rachel Stovall, with vocals by Denise Rosier. Citizens […] The post Special: Citizens Project Creating Community Breakfast 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

This CDOT-led community discussion for Woodland Park, Manitou, and Chipita Park citizens addressed congestion and traffic problems in their area. The post Special: Hwy 24/ COG railway/traffic impact – May 29 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Colorado gubernatorial candidate Mike Johnston gave this stump speech to a gathering in Colorado Springs, CO on June 1. Topics included schools, roads & bridges, the economy and much more. A Q&A session followed. (Recorded 6/1/18) For more information visit Johnston’s website. The post Special: Mike Johnston Stump Speech – Jun 1 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Gasoline tax, Colorado personal property tax, NRA, schools, oil & gas issues, Olympics, immigration policy, and affordable housing are among the topics covered by Democratic candidates for governor of Colorado. Participants include Mike Johnston, Congressman Jared Polis, Cary Kennedy, and Lt. Gov. Donna Lyn. This debate was held at the first annual Colorado Civic Barbecue, […] The post Special: Democratic Governor Candidates Debate – May 19 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Republican candidates for Colorado governor Greg Lopez, Victor Mitchell, Doug Robinson, and Walker Stapleton discuss schools, sanctuary cities, marijuana, guns, transportation funding, PERA, EV tax credits, drilling, TABOR, and more in this debate hosted by the Forum for Civic Advancement (sponsored by the El Pomar Foundation and The Gazette). Moderated by Joey Bunch and Arron […] The post Special: Republican Governor’s Debate – May 19 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Colorado Springs has a deer problem. City Councilor Don Knight (District #1) discusses what to do about the deer population in this town hall. Some citizens are concerned about the sale of a piece of property by the city for $1.00. The search for a new Utilities CEO is another topic. Also: panhandlers and the […] The post Special: Councilor Don Knight’s D1 Town Hall – May 02 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

The impact of media ownership on content was discussed by this panel at the Colorado Press Association Annual Convention in Colorado Springs. Newspaper ownership in Colorado was a focus. Panelists: Moderator: Corey Hutchins, Columbia Journalism Review Dave Krieger, editorial page editor of the The Boulder Daily Camera Laura Frank, vice president of journalism at Rocky […] The post Special: Newspaper Ownership in Colorado – Panel CPA April 12 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

In this 3rd and final Town Hall about the proposed amendment to the Banning Lewis Ranch annexation agreement, members of city staff make a presentation and answer city council questions; and citizens voice concerns, opinions and questions. This starts in mid-sentence due to technical problems in the meeting sound system. City Council is scheduled to […] The post Special: Banning Lewis Ranch Town Hall #3 April 11 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Terry Martinez is running for House District 18 in Colorado Springs. The Young Democrats get his take on various subjects from education, energy, universal healthcare, and more. Terry’s an artist, chemistry teacher, coach and principal. After 31 years as an educator, he has retired and wants to start a new career as a politician. He […] The post Special: Young Democrats Meet Candidate Terry Martinez – Feb 26 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Amendments are proposed to the Banning Lewis Ranch annexation agreement, in an effort to jump-start development on this 24,000 acre swath of the city. Colorado Springs City Council hears from the public and answers some of their questions at this town hall meeting about the proposal. Thanks to the City of Colorado Springs for making […] The post Special: Banning Lewis Ranch Town Hall #2 – Feb 2 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

The 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, […] The post Special: State of the Region – Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce Jan 31 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Bicycles, Pedestrians, and Cars: Will putting a square peg (bicycles) into a round hole (automobiles) work for Colorado Springs’ existing road infrastructure? Is there a workable solution for the pedestrian concerns at Colorado College? Are reduced crosswalks and signals the solution? The third in a series of public meetings to discuss how to address transportation […] The post Special: Old/Near North End Transportation Study – Jan 18 2018 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

This 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 […] The post Studio 809 Special: Banning-Lewis Ranch Town Hall – Jan 16 2017 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Colorado 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. The post Studio 809 Specials: Drake Power Plant Decommissioning Town Hall Dec 5 2017 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Gary 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) The post Studio 809 Specials: Money in Local Politics – League of Women Voters appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.