Final Musings
It’s been a Good Ride. Thank you.
Colorado Springs thoughts on Present and Future
Will relying on development in Downtown Colorado Springs really work?
Colorado Springs Ballot Issues for November 2022
Guess where the Ace of Spades is. Or which shell has the pea under it. We’re talking city finances here aren’t we?
Are Impact Fees the Panacea that will solve all of Colorado Springs financial problems?
Why is Colorado Springs still giving passes to certain groups to their benefit?
Is there a unifying vision for Colorado Springs?
So many Issues. So little time.
Councilman Bill Murray Does a Little Magic
Is the city of Colorado Springs’ Public Works trying to pull a fast one regarding Constitution Ave.?
Personal Subjects
Has compassion in our healthcare system given way to corporate ignoring the patient?
A number of issues that are current for today’s environment.
Isn’t it time to ban OPEN CARRY in Colorado Springs?
Is the data being provided by the city to the citizens to make future decisions good?
What’s the purpose of the city putting our bad data?
Colorado Springs’ Growth is Slowing
Could this be another WAKE-UP call for Colorado Springs?
Executive Compensation in the City of Colorado Springs
Is Colorado Springs afraid of top rated talent for positions in the city that will make the necessary changes?
Things are Changing Whether or Not Certain Factions Want to Accept It.
Get used to it! Colorado Springs is definitely changing.
The 2023 Mayoral Election in Colorado Springs
Will the future mayor of Colorado Springs be able to handle what’s coming down the pike?
The April 2022 Colorado Springs Fiscals are out.
Are the current fiscal numbers for Colorado Springs short term?
Is a Dose of Medicine Coming to Colorado Springs in the Near Future?
Politicization: Will it harm the future of Colorado Springs? Yes? No?
What’s Going On with Colorado Springs Utilities?
Is it time for an independent utilities board with the necessary experience to manage CSU?
Colorado Springs’ Westside Story Without the Singing and Dancing
Will the city administration ever be forthcoming about its actions?
Should we be on the look-out for the Ides of March?
Is there any way to cure the Malaise in Colorado Springs?
Relative Subjects (No! We’re not talking about your relatives)
Are you and your family prepared for a natural disaster?
Inflation: What is it? What does it mean?
Can Inflation be a good thing?
Questions Questions Questions
Is city council strong enough to handle the coming changes?
Starting New Issues
Will the citizens ever be told the truth?
A Cornucopia of Things
There’s much and so little time.
Are Citizens REALLY Informed?
How will people be protected?
Issues Facing Colorado Springs in 2022
When will the chickens come home to roost?
Fire! Fire! Fire!
Will Colorado Springs beef up its firefighting capabilities? Or will it be status quo?
Broadband has finally arrived
Is the grip that Comcast and Century Link have on you finally coming to an end?
Predictions for Colorado Springs 2022
Keep the number 1400 in mind.
Will the Executive Branch of Colorado Springs Step Up in the Best Interest of the Community?
Is council getting dumped on by the executive branch of city government?
Will Colorado Springs have another Kumbaya Budget?
What happens when the “Free Money” stops?
6 Dating and Relationships Later in Life
Having a relationship is an important part of staying healthy as you get older. But what if you are starting over?
Buzz on the Street
Things aren’t running smoothly for Colorado Springs public safety.
5 Staying on Track While Traveling, and Avoiding Hormone Disruptors – Part 1
Why it’s important and how you can take care of your health while on the road, plus avoiding damage from hormone disruptors.
What’s the difference between Trails & Open Space and Parks?
It’s always a question of money.
November 2021 Ballot Issues & Ramifications
It seems nobody is on the same page.
Long Range Forecasting & Assumptions for Colorado Springs
Are the forecasts for Colorado Springs accurate or not?
Colorado Springs 2022 Budget Discussion 3
Is the Colorado Springs 2022 budget really enough?
Before you Vote know where your tax dollars are going.
Is the city doing a good job or fair job spending taxpayer money?
4 Muscle recovery, carbs, and hydration
Learn why muscle recovery is as important as strength training
Does Colorado Springs have a Community Evacuation Plan?
Is Colorado Springs prepared for the next natural or manmade disaster?
Money Money Money Colorado Springs is getting lots of Money
Will the people and city council have a say?
3 Analyzing Habits, Setting Goals and Staying Motivated; Plant Based Protein
What’s the best way to analyze your habits and set goals; strategies for staying motivated; getting enough protein on a plant based diet.
How do you feel about your life, your community, and your future in Colorado Springs?
How to interpret Quality of Live Indicators by peeling the onion.
1 Aging Myths, BMI and the Changes that Happen When You Start a Program
Look younger and live longer, with no myths and no crazy diets.
Is a Robust Transportation System in Colorado Springs Future?
Transportation: Real or a Fantasy?
2 Changing Your Body with Your Brain, Intermittent Fasting, and the Importance of Sleep
Find out to hack your body with brainpower, if intermittent fasting works for everyone, and what happens when you sleep, and when you don’t.
How Does Colorado Springs City Council Do Business?
Is it beneficial for the Citizens?
Happy 150th Birthday Colorado Springs
General Palmer speaks
We are Not in Control!
To mask or not to mask?
More things affecting your wallet in Colorado Springs
Should a dialog begin or is it too late?
A Whole Host of Subjects
Can Colorado Springs handle these issues?
Talking BIG Money again
City for Champions Projects
Issues Facing Colorado Springs Remain July 05 2021
It looks like the bad business decisions by the city will come home to roost.
This episode is a real eye opener. June 21 2021
Hanky Panky goings on with the Civic Auditorium?
Has Public Health become a football? June 14 2021
Interesting Musings by Councilman Bill Murray
Money: Inflation, Minimum Wage, Pay Raises, Police, Parking Structures Jun 07 2021
It’s all about the Benjamins.
Why is the city still allowing Metro Districts? May 31 2021
Are homeowners being conned when they purchase home?
Positive and Negative Changes happening in Colorado Springs? May 24 2021
A new day for Colorado Springs?
The Mayor wants to add more police and fire protection May 10 2021
Crisis Management
The New Colorado Springs City Council 2021. Ho Hum. May 03 2021
You get what you pay for.
Is Colorado Springs really #1? Is being #1 an illusion or reality? April 26 2021
What’s so important about being #1?
Is the Growth of Colorado Springs Unprofitable? April 18 2019
Growth does cost a lot
Publicly Financed Elections 2 We Sorely Need It. April 12 2021
Publicly Financed Elections who’s time has come.
Let’s start a movement toward Publicly Financed Local Elections April 04 2021
Is there political will to move to Publicly Financed Elections?
Councilman Bill Murray gets thrown under the bus March 29 2021
Is Colorado Springs abusing Metro Districts?
Have you watched Colorado Springs city council lately? March 22 2021
Will the Covid-19 variance impact the local economy?
Election Season is in Full Bloom for Colorado Springs city council. March O8 2021
Should citizens be concerned about the candidates running for city council?
Councilman Bill Murray grills Mike Seeger Mar 04 2021
No holds barred questions for council candidates
Councilman Bill Murray grills Dave Donelson Mar 01 2021
A “No Holds Barred” Q&A
What does it cost to run Colorado Springs? Feb 22 2021
Has Colorado Springs’ economic situation improved?
Ticking Time Bomb? Could this be the city council candidates? Feb 15 2021
Is Colorado Springs really ready for the future financially?
Financial Slight of Hand. Will Colorado Springs receive any revenue? Feb 08 2021
Will the revenue streams from the C4C projects be enough to fulfill Colorado Springs’ requirements?
Questions for Prospective City Council Candidates Feb 01 2021
Are you ready to be a Colorado Springs city councilman?
Getting Economy Back to Normal Jan 24 2021
Is there a cost for the Covid-19 Vaccine?
Elections 2021 Utilities Development Retool Colorado Springs Jan 18 2021
Beating “The development doesn’t pay for itself” drum until someone really listens.
Best Insurrection In Decades Jan 11 2021
Starting the year off with a Bang!
So you want to run for Colorado Springs city council? Dec 14 2020
Being a city councilman or councilwoman isn’t a piece of cake
Parkland Dedication Ordinance & Covid-19 information Dec 07 2020
Parkland Dedication Ordinance is coming under fire.
Colorado Springs Ever Changing Economy Nov 30 2020
Will Colorado Springs ever have the right economic mix?
A serious conversation from an outside perspective Nov 23 2020
Councilman Bill Murray and Bob Cutter get down into the weeds
Are recent developer deals good or bad for Colorado Springs? Nov 16 2020
Does development pay for itself? Another primer on why it doesn’t
More 2021 Budget Discussions for Colorado Springs Nov 09 2020
A lexicon of words that are oxymorons.
The Colorado Springs City Budget $348.9M Up 5.3% Nov 02 2020
The Colorado Springs city budget is up. Will it be enough?
The Election Blue Book A discussion and sampling of issues Oct 26 2020
Down ballot issues are important too.
Interesting Times Relevant Subjects Oct 19 2020
ARRRGH! It continues!
Issues that affect Colorado Springs Start counting Oct 12 2020
Colorado Springs really doesn’t have any issues that affect it, does it?
Communication, Respect, Co-operation Needed for Police/Citizens Oct 05 2020
Law Enforcement Transparency Accountability Commission: What are the optics? Will the process be tainted?
What is it about Justice that we don’t understand? Sept 28 2020
Councilman Bill Murray pays respects to RBG. What is the American Anthem? Is Lady Justice really blind? Is Justice equitable? A conversation about Pastor Mike McBride and Reverend Ben McBride and what they did in Oakland, CA. The word that comes out is “Communication.” They talk about “de-constructing” and then “re-constructing” the current police system.…
Futurist Progressive Moderate Conservative Sep 21 2020
Is Colorado Springs changing politically? Is Colorado Springs and El Paso County trending Progressive? Are Millennials the drivers? Will the local special interests lose their influence? Is the city continuing to develop into mini commercial wastelands? Are decisions being made in the best interests of Colorado Springs or special interests? What’s the Donut theory? Strawberry…
Voting Voting Voting Guess what today’s topic is? Sep 14 2020
It’s important to vote, ladies and gentlemen. Councilman Bill Murray has as his guest today Mike Maday, a member of the Executive Committee of the Democratic Party. He’s also the Voter Protection Coordinator. Is there voter suppression in El Paso County? Is the citizenry educated on the topics that they’ll be voting on? Will people…
Law Enforcement & Transparency Accountability Commission. WTF? Sep 07 2020
Is this another put the data on the shelf issue or will something really come from it? What is the LETAC? Just another acronym commission that will languish? How is Colorado Springs Police Department? Bob Falcone offers his assessment. Councilman Bill Murray shares a portion of his former life. Also, his current life. Is the…
Hey, Bill! Take a Hike! Bob Falcone shows Bill the way. Aug 31 2020
Bob Falcone gives us the details of Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to hiking the trails in Colorado Springs Hiking affectionando, Bob Falcone, shows Councilman Bill Murray the way around Colorado Springs trails and open space. What is the state of trails & open space? What is the Parkland Dedication ordinance? The Conservation Trust…
Ripped from the Headlines Aug 24 2020
Can’t Imagine so much going on in Colorado Springs A police station has tested positive for Covid-19. Are the police officers wearing their masks? Has mask wearing been extended statewide? A Covid-19 testing facility in Colorado Springs. Did they screw up the tests? Denver is contemplating providing Broadband. Why not Colorado Springs? Your thoughts. The…
Police Dept. are expensive. Will the citizens pay for the necessary improvements? Aug 17 2020
Are the citizens of Colorado Springs ready for a wakeup call? Councilman Bill Murray wants the best police force. Will the citizens pay for the necessary training and peripheral equipment to make this happen?
The ball is rolling on Police Accountability in Colorado Springs Aug 10 2020
Will the learnings be made public? Did you know that the Colorado Springs police department has put out a Request For Proposal (RFP) for the department’s use of force? Who should oversee this process? The police department or the Accountability Committee? Will the Accountability Committee be allowed a “look-see?” Why should there be an “Assessment…
Protect Our Parks Vote for Our Parks Aug 03 2020
In hindsight is Colorado Springs getting a good deal on its parks Strawberry Fields raises its ugly head again. Will there be a ballot issue to determine if the citizens have a vote to determine the sale of park land in Colorado Springs? Donna Strom, Councilman Bill Murray’s guest says that what the city got…
Law Accountability Citizens Committee Jul 27 2020
An Accountability Committee for Law Enforcement is being formed Will the Law Accountability Citizens Committee be successful? Will the selected members be diverse enough? Is this a first step in de-funding the police? Why are laws developed in the first place? Have you run a Red Light? Big Brother is watching you. Do you think…
A story to tell. Everybody likes a good story. July 20 2020
This ain’t pretty and it’s not intended to be. Councilman Bill Murray has a story to tell. It’s about the Coronavirus, how people think it’s an infringement on their Constitutional Rights NOT to wear a mask, and if we, as a community, are prepared for the Covid-19. Are the sheriff’s and police department on board…
Council Matters: Colorado Springs New Sustainable Energy Plan 17 July 06 2020
Finally! CSU is moving forward. Will the rest of the city follow? Colorado Springs Utilities is finally moving into the 21st century with its New Sustainable Energy Plan 17. Hooray! About time. Won’t list the accomplishments here (you’ll have to listen), but you’ll have to thank UPAC, the Utilities Board, and the management of CSU.…
Council Matters: Policing in Colorado Springs June 29 2020
Deb Walker of Citizens Project joins Councilman Bill Murray A meaty subject for Councilman Bill Murray and Deb Walker of Citizens project to discuss: Policing. Transparency. Open dialog. Deb’s questions. A citizens committee. Incarceration. Open carry. Taking things to extremes. What is the Storm Water Syndrome?
Council Matters: A three-way Rant June 22 2020
You want their opinions? Now you got ‘em Councilman Bill Murray gets on a roll followed by Kent Obee and Gary Casimir. No toes untouched here. (Note: There was an unscheduled technical glitch that cut this segment short.) Drake (resolve distrust), 30 year plan, renewables, Covid-19, EIRP, loss of revenue, police review board (resolve distrust),…
23 Kent Obee Protect Our Parks June 15 2020
Are people in the city at odds with the citizens regarding parks? Councilman Bill Murray and Kent Obee of Protect Our Parks, get fired up over the things happening to the parks of Colorado Springs naming names. Do the Named really have the interest of the citizens in mind when these deals or made? Have…
Council Matters 22: What is Community? Jun 08 2020
Kristy’s conversation continues with Councilman Bill Murray What is Community? Is the city government The Community? Is the business community The Community? Is it the building and development community The Community? In today’s environment we have conspiracy theories that abound. Does 5G cause cancer? Is Covid-19 a conspiracy theory? Are conspiracy theories distractions or total…
Council Matters 21: Kristy Milligan is Back and She gives Bill Murray an ear full June 01 2020
So many things discussed. Can Colorado Springs really handle them? You open a door and Kristy will walk through it. She leaves Councilman Bill Murray slack jawed with topics such as: Affordable Housing is a Pain Point. Donations to Westside Cares are never too small. There are challenges to the hygiene problems for the homeless.…
Council Matters 20: Don Knight conversation: a continuation May 25 2020
More things discussed between Council members Bill Murray & Don Knight Population getting more hostile? Does Colorado Springs have an unhealthy economy? What’s the future economy going to look like? Fewer businesses. How many will Colorado Springs lose? Is the citizens discretionary income shrinking, growing, or staying the same? Impact? Will there by reductions in…
Council Matters 19: Two opposite ends of the Dais speaking together May 20 2020
Two council members having a relaxing conversation without interference Sorry for the delay this week. We had a difficult time getting the principals around the table at the same time. But you will not be disappointed. Councilman Don Knight and host, Councilman Bill Murray have a frank discussion about issues that affect Colorado Springs. They…
Council Matters 18: Re-zoning study. Whose Ox is getting gored? May 11 2020
Who’s the main beneficiary of the Unified Development Code Is the Re-zoning study going to impact the city in the right or wrong way? There are concerns from Councilman Bill Murray. Will future park lands be impacted. You can find out at “The World According 2 Murray on Facebook. There will be a Digital Open…
Council Matters 17: Wear your Mask May 04 2020
Are PPE Burkas for men and women in our future? Is the El Paso County Health Department giving good information or …………..to the citizens and government officials? Are there enough COVID-19 tests, Personnel Protective Equipment, and ventilators currently available? Are they really promoting herd immunity? Give us your thoughts. Do you think your purchasing patterns…
Council Matters 16: Honest Economic Truths Apr 27 2020
Is Colorado Springs shooting itself in the foot? Will zoning issues help restart the local economy? Does development pay for itself? It doesn’t appear so with the special taxes and special taxing districts. Is there wiggle room to raise property taxes? What’s a “Neutral Transfer?” Which is more valuable, large commercial properties or small ones?…
Council Matters 15: No respect here Apr 20 2020
How much can Colorado Springs take as far as economic losses? No respect. Councilman Bill Murray pulls off the gloves and wants answers. How much of a hit can the local economy of Colorado Springs take? How many businesses can it afford to lose? Does Colorado Springs have the leadership to get it through this…
Council Matters 13: A philosophical musing Apr 13 2020
How did we get here? This is a philosophical conversation by Councilman Bill Murray about COVID-19, the difficult time we are all having, how Event Management fits into the picture, Modeling of the situation. and finally, How Did We Get Here? Please don’t tune this out because of the subject. There is some learnings that…
Council Matters 14: What can Colorado Springs government do? Apr 06 2020
Is city government doing enough to keep the citizens informed? Is the community being informed on the status of the COVID-19? What’s lacking? Are the jails being included in the equation? How’s the co-ordination between city, the healthcare system, and county? Are we getting nothing but “Mixed Messages?” Is the information the citizens are getting…
Council Matters 12: Homelessness during the COVID-19 virus Mar 30 2020
Is Colorado Springs really doing anything? Is Colorado Springs active or reactive during the Coronavirus pandemic? Is the city setting up “best” case and “worst” case scenarios or modeling for future action? Do the local hospitals have enough equipment and materials on hand? Does the country have the manufacturing capability to produce the needed equipment…
Council Matters 11: Affordable Housing Pt 2 Mar 23 2020
Needs of the less fortunate are also discussed Councilman Bill Murray, bruised and unbroken, comes back for round 2 with Kristy Milligan, of Westside Cares, and Erin McNab, of Silver Key housing. Are Colorado Springs and El Paso County doing enough to help these two organizations? Are the shelters on their own? Kristy would like…
Council Matters 10: Is there any political will to establish Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs
Two experts on the Affordable Housing issue weigh in. Councilman Bill Murray has met his match this week with Kristy Milligan, of Westside Cares, and Erin McNab, of Silver Key, a senior citizens support organization. These two individuals work with at risk populations at the ground level and not the Ivory Tower level. Can there…
Active for Justice: A Yes for Humanity Mar 05 2020
One Step Closer to Nuclear Disarmament A recording of the “A Yes for Humanity: One Step Closer to Nuclear Disarmament” presentation hosted by the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission at All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church on March 5, 2020. The presenters were the Plowshares Sisters, Carol Gilbert and Ardeth Platte. These two ladies are…
Peak Town Square: COVID-19 Press Conference Local March 5 2020
A joint press conference on the COVID-19 virus is held by the El Paso County (Colorado) Health Department along with the city of Colorado Springs.
Peak Town Square: Colorado Springs City Council discusses the Coronavirus MAR 09 2020
Is the city administration doing an adequate job keeping the citizens informed? An unvarnished Colorado Springs Council work session discussing the topic of the Coronavirus and whether the city administration and El Paso County Health Departments are doing an adequate job keeping the citizens informed. Are there fireworks? You bet! You be the judge on…
Council Matters 9: Space Force Fact Fiction or Fantasy MAR 09 2020
Issues relevant to Colorado Springs Is the Space Force really coming to Colorado Springs? What’s the history of NorthCom? We have someone here who can fill us in. Does Colorado Springs have the infrastructure to support the Space Command? Housing? Utilities? Public transportation? Are the numbers inflated for the amount of people who will be…
Council Matters 8: So many issues facing Colorado Springs Mar 02 2020
Can the Colorado Springs establishment handle it? Councilman Bill Murray is frustrated by the news of the day he starts this session off with the Desiderata Poem. Can Colorado Springs distance itself, or should it, from the United State Olympic Committee with all the legal issues surrounding the organization? Has money corrupted the organization? Are…
Will Colorado Springs ask for help to guide it in the future? Feb 24 2020
Does Colorado Springs have a future that will be robust? What do you do with a city that has a “Moat Mentality?” Change is coming demographically, technologically, environmentally, and politically. Will the establishment be able to handle it? Why the aversion to hiring consultants that can really help the city move forward? Is there a…
Peak Town Square: Colorado U.S. Senate candidates Feb 08 2020
Too many candidates? Count ’em folks! Eight candidates vying to replace Cory Gardner in the U. S. Senate. Which one will be the lucky one to run? The presumptive favorite isn’t at this gathering. But they all have something important to say. The Democratic caucuses will winnow the herd. Stay tuned.
Council Matters 6: What direction is Colorado Springs going? Feb 17 2020
Is Colorado Springs going in the right direction? Does city council matter? Questions and answers about will there be a common balance to help Colorado Springs into the future? Isn’t it time to develop a real plan for the city’s growth prospects? Is development the way to go? Is Plan COS just another “feel good”…
Council Matters 5: Transportation con’t Regional 2045 Nevada Corridor Feb 3 2020
Is Colorado Springs going about their transportation issues the right way? What is the Regional 2045 plan? What is the Nevada Corridor plan and is it workable? Yes, there is a growing traffic problem, but………is Colorado Springs going about finding a solution the right way? Dedicated bus lanes? Dedicated bike lanes? All on the same…
Council Matters 4: What does Colorado Springs transit future look like? Jan 27 2020
Is the mayor willing to invest in Colorado Springs transit future? What is the overall community thought processes for transit in Colorado Springs? This question kicks off a discussion between Councilman Bill Murray and Peter Frantz of the Old North End transportation committee. What is traffic calming? Do you know what a High Level Study…
Council Matters 3: What is Home Sharing? Jan 20 2020
Is this a way to help seniors stay in their homes? Put food on the table? Councilman Bill Murray gets a lesson in Home Sharing and the impact it can have on senior lives from Alison Joucovsky of Sunshine Home Sharing. Is home sharing safe? How long are the agreements for? Are there checks? What…
Council Matters 2: Aging-We all do it. What’s available in Colorado Springs? Jan 13 2020
Does Colorado Springs support its aging population? Melissa Marts of the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging and Councilman Bill Murray take on this simmering, below the surface, topic. What is the history on our senior population? Tackling the issues that face an aging population in Colorado Springs. Are there enough resources to support this…
Council Matters 1: Predictions for 2020 Crystal Ball Time Jan 06 2020
Some predictions are grounded in simple logic and others are off the wall. Predictions for 2020. What do you think they are? Is it time for the city to bond projects that are sorely needed? Will the EPA’s suit against the city be resolved this year? Will the city get the promised Broadband? Will traffic…
Council Matters 56: Budget Why is there a police shortage? Dec 30 2019
Lots of Stuff City Budget, Police shortages, Scheels, roads, revenue stream, special districts, USOC abuses tainting the city?, cost of C4C, USAFA Visitor Center Interchange, Powers extension, Voyager extension, gridlock, economic marketing plan, fiscal impact statement. It’s all on the table in this episode of Council Matters with Councilman Bill Murray.
Council Matters 55: Climate Change Dec 23 2019
Colorado Springs has its very own Climate Change Denier. Climate Change discussion and does it really affect Colorado Springs? Pollution? Fires? Councilman Bill Murray is asking for participants in the upcoming 2021 council elections. There’ll be 6 open seats. Come on! Throw your hat into the ring. Low pay and all the abuse you can…
Council Matters 54: Fake News? We’re a city of clean living and politics. Dec 16. 2019
Fake News here in Colorado Springs? Nah! Not here. The Fake News purported by one of the local media outlets takes first position this week. Who could that be? Are other cities have the same problems with STRs and ADUs? Is the city losing tax revenue? Is there parity among the property owners? How does…
Council Matters 53: Special Districts YIKES they’re still at it! Dec 09 2019
Don’t put your Pitchforks and Torches away just yet. This is another Jaw Dropping segment on Special Districts by Councilman Bill Murray and Tim Hoiles. These Special Districts are complex issues especially when they’re not held to account. How can that be? What are one-way contracts? Are Special Districts government entities? You’d better check you…
Council Matters 52: Special Districts Time for Pitchforks and Torches Dec 02 2019
Are homeowner and business owners being taken for a ride? Are Special Districts really created for the benefit of homeowners and business owners? In this eye opening episode Councilman Bill Murray and Tim Hoiles discuss this HOT TOPIC. They both get down into the weeds and it appears that Special Districts have some real issues…
Council Matters 51: Age and experience meet youth and enthusiasm Part 2 Nov 25 2019
Councilman Bill Murray didn’t get enough on the first round? Round 2! Toe to toe! Liam’s thoughts on city council. Thoughts on the city. Building to a clientele that aren’t in the city. What is the work force participation? Why doesn’t the city issue bonds for affordable housing? Accessory Dwelling Units. Is there opposition to…
Peak Town Square: An Accessory Dwelling Unit Town Hall Nov 19 2019
Colorado Springs City Council holds an Accessory Dwelling Unit Town Hall Accessory Dwelling Units? Affordable Housing? Home Owners Associations? The city superseding HOA rules? Aging in Place? Staying in your home? Renting out part of your house? Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit? Living with your adult children and grandchildren? Caregivers? What does all this mean?
Council Matters 50: Age and experience meet youth and enthusiasm Part 1
Has Councilman Bill Murray met his match? Is this a challenge for Councilman Bill Murray as the Gauntlet has been thrown down? Liam Reynolds, of Colorado Springs Pro-Housing, gives him a run for his money discussing Auxiliary Housing Units, cost burdened citizens and families, affordable housing, market forces, the missing middle housing and their impacts…
Peak Town Square: An Auxiliary Dwelling Unit (ADU) coming to your neighborhood.
Are you ready for that new addition to your neighbor’s house? The Colorado Springs Pro-Housing Partnership presents a session on Auxiliary Dwelling Units (ADU). Max Kronstadt, Liam Reynolds, and Elam Bocckvar-Klein make a compelling presentation. Subjects covered: Housing Burden, Evictions, What other cities are doing, and Softer Benefits of ADUs. This is followed by a…
Council Matters 49: Short Term Rentals Oct 28 2019
Is the Colorado Springs Planning Commission encouraging STRs? Are Short Term Rentals a boon or detriment to Colorado Springs’ economy? Council member Bill Murray discusses this issue with Mike Applegate of the Neighborhood Preservation Alliance. What is the effect on neighbors and neighborhoods? Is there a balance between home ownership and STRs? The Planning Commission…
Peak Town Square: A conversation on The National Popular Vote presented by the League of Women Voters
This conversation from a Republican and Democratic point of view The National Popular Vote is discussed in detail by State Senator Mike Foote and former California assembly member and state senator, Ray Haynes. Senator Foote will present the Democratic view and Ray Haynes will present the Republican conservative point of view. Will they be close…
Council Matters 48: An Economics Lesson Oct 21 2019
Is the local economic philosophy wrong? Will Colorado Springs ever have affordable housing? Is there such a thing as Affordable Housing? Will the local developers take the chance to break even or a loss on Affordable Housing? How does the cost of living in Colorado Springs compare to the rest of the country? Why doesn’t…
League of Women Voters presents ballot issues CC & DD
A non-partisan view of Colorado Ballot Issues The League of Women Voters, with the help of Elliot Goldbaum, presents ballot issues CC & DD. Added, also, the basics of fiscal policy in Colorado. The Q & A is spirited and informative.
Council Matters 47: What do Brexit, the Impeachment inquiry and Colorado Springs have in common?
Being a council member and other musings Is there a common thread between Brexit, Impeachment, and Colorado Springs? Possibly more than you thought. Data Driven Information: Is it reliable? Downtown Colorado Springs needs $120M worth of infrastructure work by Colorado Springs Utilities. Why isn’t it being done? Why isn’t it being done? Learn who the…
Peak Town Square: The League of Women Voters discuss the upcoming ballot issues
State Ballot Issues CC & DD Colorado Springs Ballot Issues 2B & 2C. The League of Women Voters lay out the Pros and Cons of statewide ballot issues CC (state keeping tax money) and DD (Sports betting and a water plan). They do the same for Colorado Springs issues 2B (Retaining revenue for parks and…
Council Matters 46: An in depth discussion with Kent Obee about Land Exchanges
This conversation really gets down into the weeds. Park land exchanges? Should the people have a vote on transferring parkland to developers? Councilman Bill Murray and Kent Obee get down in the weeds on the history of land transfers and possible future land transfers and what the impact will be on the citizens of Colorado…
Council Matters 45: “What a Crock” continued
A continuing conversation with Electra Johnson, Democratic Party Chair A jam packed segment. Well worth the listen. Topics: Democrats of El Paso County, Rank Choice Voting (is it coming?), Mass Transit (?), the Environment, the Gazette (is the Gazette being honest?), real news (thank God for the internet), Corporate structure and responsibility (more needed), what’s…
Council Matters 44: What a Crock! Developers. Special Districts. Overlay fees
Electra Johnson, chair of the Democratic Party, stops by for a in depth discussion with Councilman Bill Murray. Councilman Murray gives his Firefighters memorial speech. How did the firefighters budget come up short? Who told council? Get the scoop on developers, overlay fees, and special districts. “What a Crock.”
Council Matters 42: Things Facing Council-The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
A fatal shooting by the Colorado Springs police. What will the outcome be? There’s a call for Colorado Springs to become a Sanctuary City. Will it happen? Should it happen? What’s the fastest growing business in Colorado Springs? Should the city use Imminent Domain to secure land for a new bus terminal? The annual budget…
Council Matters 43: Gold Hill Mesa & the planning commission
If you want to start a movement, eat a Prune. Has Gold Hill Mesa eaten a few Prunes too many? Does the planning commission get the full story on the stability of lands it approves for construction? The same for council? There seem to be a push back for installing more monitors throughout the city…
Council Matters 42: Things Facing Council-The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
A fatal shooting by the Colorado Springs police. What will the outcome be? There’s a call for Colorado Springs to become a Sanctuary City. Will it happen? Should it happen? What’s the fastest growing business in Colorado Springs? Should the city use Imminent Domain to secure land for a new bus terminal? The annual budget…
Peak Town Square 38: Switchbacks Soccer Stadium Q&A
This is the follow-up to the Switchbacks Soccer Stadium presentation. The audience’s take is very interesting.
Peak Town Square 37: The Switchbacks soccer stadium presentation
A detailed presentation of the Switchbacks soccer stadium which includes the 8000 seat stadium, apartments and eating establishments. The events will need an additional 2400 (est.) parking spaces. This will be a multi-use facility for events other than soccer.
Council Matters 41: Can Colorado Springs save its parks?
Should the citizens have a say in the leasing or selling of Colorado Springs parks? What is the definition of “A Park”? What does the city gain by disposing of parkland? Does it get the city well financially? Does this fit into the category of sell all or part of Colorado Springs Utilities? Does the…
Council Matters 40: Downtown Stadium Retail downturn Wage increase?
Is the economy slowing in Colorado Springs? What does a 5.1% increase in wages translate to? Is it real? Did you get one? How much of an issue will the DeVon Bailey shooting be for Colorado Springs? Why doesn’t Colorado Springs rid itself of Open Carry? Will the city get a Citizens Review Board? The…
Council Matters: The 4th Industrial Revolution. Is Colorado Springs ready?
The 4th Industrial Revolution is coming. Is Colorado Springs prepared? Does the city have a strategic plan in place? Where is Colorado Springs regarding innovation? Is the educational system at the elementary and higher levels engaged? Does the educational system have the capabilities to re-train people from the old economy? What will be the overall…
Council Matters: 122 Musings of a Councilman
What was learned from the Site Selection Committee that visited Colorado Springs? It maybe not what you think. Is the downtown too quiet? Is tourism really a viable economic model? Does Colorado Springs have the right mix when it comes to the local workforce? What is Colorado Springs transit plan? The Robson Arena and the…
Peak Town Square: 35 Meadows Park Town Hall Jul 30 2019
A spirited town hall Q&A session that covers: Homelessness, Accessory Dwelling Units, Short Term Rentals, Senior meals, Drake power plant, Fireworks, Urban development, Ballot issues, and more. Learn what legislation that was passed by state government that affects you. This was hosted by Richard Skorman and Yolanda Avila with state house member Terri Carver.
Council Matters: Plan COS, taxes,Tabor, Gallagher, Council, data, & more
Plan COS, taxes, Tabor, Gallagher, the Council, data, and more. What’s left to discuss about Colorado Springs? Oh, forgot one: Banning Lewis Ranch. Bill Murray, Bob Cutter, and Gary Casimir discuss it all.
Peak Town Square: 34 A vision for the cities that includes a strong foundation
A vision for the cities in El Paso, Teller, and Pueblo counties that includes a strong foundation, people participating, and an agility to adapt to the business environment, housing, and facilities for the citizens.
Town Square: 30 Prison Reform Recidivism Criminal Justice System
Restorative Justice, Prison Reform, Recidivism, Incarceration Rate, Ban the Box, are just some of the topics that Senator Pete Lee and Robin Roberts discuss. Normalization of the prison experience, European prisons, Pre-release programs, and expunging records are also discussed.
Council Matters: 119 Are the projects presented to city council full aggregated?
Does city council fully understand that when they give tax rebates for 25 years what the future financial impact is to the citizens of Colorado Springs? Are there analysis completed at the 5 year, 10 year, 15 year, or 20 year points to see if the approved projects are tracking the way the presenter said…
Council Matters: A vision for Colorado Springs is discussed.
x A Vision for Colorado Springs: Does it co-inside with your vision? Is it proper for Colorado Springs to offer financial incentives to any and every business that wants to set up shop? Are the taxpayers being shorted? A vision for Colorado Springs is discussed. Councilman Bill Murray and his special guest, Robin Roberts, discuss…
Council Matters: A different perspective with Robin Roberts
The national economy and how it affects Colorado Springs are discussed by Robin Roberts and Councilman Bill Murray which segue into the local economy. Interest rates, loan, ability to re-pay, CPI, out of state investors, service industries, leverage lending bubble, and economic future.