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CityTalk: Bicycling in C Springs

Dave Gardner — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 13:55:33 +0000

Did you know Colorado Springs is one of the great bicycling locations in the world? Senior Bike Planner Kate Brady joins City Councilor Jill Gaebler for a lively discussion of bicycling issues. The city’s newly proposed Bike Plan is now out for public review and comment. See the plan and learn about public meetings at coloradosprings.gov/bikeplan. The first meeting is tonight (11/14/17) 5 to 7 pm at the City Administration Building .(Episode 128, recorded 11/3/17)

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CityTalk Oct 11 2017

Dave Gardner — Wed, 11 Oct 2017 15:49:02 +0000

Jill Gaebler’s reelection campaign for Colorado Springs City Council in April required her to take a break from podcasting, but she is back! Jill and Jan reminisce about the 2017 city election, they discuss a lot of good news in the Mayor’s proposed 2018 city budget, and the upcoming vote on the proposed stormwater fee. They also chat about the remaining need (and hope) for parks funding. The school district 11 mill levy override on the ballot is also discussed. Wasson and Palmer get a nod. Jill is now an empty-nester. Wine and ice cream for dinner. Bicycles and change in the city. Plus: The future of the show (big surprise; listen to find out).

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CityTalk – December 9 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:58:49 +0000

Jill’s campaign kickoff event, campaign issues like police and fire response times, responsible development, infill, local food policy. Should Jill and Jan start a commune? Co-housing for older residents? The “silver tsunami.” Jill was not ready for the barrage of mail from AARP when she recently turned 50. The upcoming CONO Christmas party. Jan’s plans for Christmas Eve tea at the Brown Palace, and Jill’s beach plans. Jill and Jan are considering pausing the podcast for the duration of Jill’s campaign. Should they? Let us know what you think in the comment section below. Jill wants the podcast to continue to be “hard-hitting, just like Fox News!” (she jokes)

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CityTalk – November 18 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 15:12:58 +0000

Thanksgiving plans. Why is the EPA suing Colorado Springs over stormwater? Has the city been too developer-friendly? Upcoming city election, status of ballot measure to kill the Strawberry Fields land swap with The Broadmoor, TABOR refund or not, and 6 district council seats up for grabs.

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CityTalk – November 11 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 19:02:16 +0000

Post-Election Blues. Jill reminds us that so much of politics and getting things done is local. What’s on Jan’s post-election music mix? Colorado and local election results are also discussed. Is Colorado a red state or a blue state? Council changes to the mayor’s proposed 2017 city budget. The funding challenge facing United Way for our 211 local services phone service. Upcoming events, including RMFI Annual ShinDIG and 2016 Women of Influence.

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CityTalk – November 4 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 13:55:18 +0000

Did Jan smoke pot in her youth? Reefer Madness in Colorado Springs: Jill Gaebler and Jan Martin discuss the medical marijuana moratorium. Is that being “business friendly?” Is the Gazette editorializing about this in its news coverage? Should city council be listening to “the voices of the people or the voices of the powerful?” The politically active Shooks Run neighborhood. Unlimited dark money in city council campaigns. Has Colorado College been fracking? Utilities rate increases (does the news media ignore rate reductions?) Plus, a local developer is distributing an interesting flyer.

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CityTalk – October 28 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 12:20:44 +0000

Jan’s continuing Comcast adventures and a vote for Trump? Companies that care about customer service. Springs has highest water rates in the state. Will council refer a Strawberry Fields charter amendment? 2017 city budget update. It’s hard to keep police officers. Threat to city’s therapeutic recreation program.

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CityTalk – October 21 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 13:07:33 +0000

Advice for those considering a city council run. City council is a full-time job. Controversial bike lane demonstration project on Research Parkway. Who Jill and Jan like in the district 3 race for county commissioner. School District 11 ballot issues. Colorado Teacher of the Year.

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CityTalk – October 14 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 12:13:00 +0000

The cable guy and Jill’s cat ate a hamburger. Trump and women’s rights. Jan Doran Day. The homeless camp disbanded by the city. Does the city have a long-term vision for the homeless challenge? The recently passed cottage food ordinance. Public Improvement Fees – a tax. The downside of term limits.

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CityTalk – October 7 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 13:06:19 +0000

Heartburn over parking rates doubling at the Manitou Incline, Jan’s pet peeve, the Utilities budget and water for city parks, medians and historic trees. A new apartment building for the homeless. QuikCycle coming to town.

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CityTalk – Sept 30 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 30 Sep 2016 12:51:55 +0000

School District 11 CFO Glenn Gustafson fills Jill and Jan in on the mill levy override and bond measure on the November ballot.

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CityTalk – Sept 23 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 13:23:51 +0000

How do Jill and Jan pack this all into a half-hour? Denver traffic and philanthropy. Recent police department cuts. The Mayor’s interest in restoring a stormwater fee. Doug Bruce is on the loose! 2017 city budget coming soon. Jill needs to get a handle on her sighing at council meetings. What’s going on with the city’s cannabis clubs? Plus news about the coal-fired Martin Drake power plant.

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CityTalk – Sept 16 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 13:26:29 +0000

The Colorado Springs comprehensive plan is now being revised. The city wants to hear from you. #planCOS is the hashtag the city is watching. Jill is now hosting “office hours” out in the community, the first and third Thursday of each month from 1 to 3 pm. Council redistricting update. Should we have a “primer” on the School District 11 ballot items? A new organization, Citizen’s Chamber, comes up. They are looking to hire a political organizer. Progress Now’s big mistake. The current controversy over Manitou Incline and parking on Ruxton Avenue.

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CityTalk – Sept 9 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 09 Sep 2016 12:34:36 +0000

Ever “play Frogger” on Pikes Peak Avenue? “Urban intervention” is among the fascinating topics as Jan and Jill are joined by special guest, landscape architect/urban designer John Olson. John won our contest on Facebook to have this guest spot. John describes the interesting experiment done with Pikes Peak Avenue (Better Block Pikes Peak). Discussed: A roundabout at Pikes Peak and Colorado? Guess how many roundabouts we have in C. Springs? Parklets. A project in Old Colorado City to improve parking and bicycle safety. John explains the advantages of “reverse angle parking.” The city’s revision of its comprehensive plan is also discussed. John is with Altitude Land Consultants and co-founder of Colorado Springs Urban Intervention.

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CityTalk – September 2 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 13:28:36 +0000

City Auditorium’s new, improved restrooms. Guess who Jill saw in concert her first time at City Auditorium? Who does Jan remember seeing there? The political agenda of Colorado Springs Forward. Mary Lou Makepeace. Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority now has an executive director – Kitty Clemens. A downtown stadium, Sky Sox, Switchbacks, City for Champions. Jan in a podle skirt and wig? The upcoming Silver Key Rockin’ in the 60’s fundraiser. Plus an update on local food policy.

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CityTalk – August 26 2016

Dave Gardner — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 13:21:04 +0000

Hunger Games – contest to win a guest spot on the show. Jill’s Pikes Peak Ascent adventure. Matt Carpenter still holds the Pikes Peak Ascent record. A new local eatery, Rita’s Italian Ice. Mary Ellen McNally. New appointees to the District 11 School Board. The importance of having a strong and healthy core school district. The new Lincoln Elementary School redevelopment project.

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CityTalk – August 19 2016

Dave Gardner — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 18:21:22 +0000

Jill has an idea to hold a contest or drawing and inviting the winner to sit in on the show. Pioneers Museum annual breakfast coming up; Jill and her daughter will speak. The challenge of changing the light bulbs on the museum dome. It’s unusual for city councilors to attend and speak to city advisory boards. Should this be strongly discouraged?

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