City of Colorado Springs

We’re over the 🌙 to host Space Symposium and welcome innovators, leaders, and space enthusiasts from around the world. With 3 @USSpaceForce installations and a booming aerospace scene, our city is the perfect launchpad. SpaceSymposium.org 📸: Liz Copan @SpaceFoundation

🚨 Big news for outdoor explorers! 🚨 We’re expanding access to protected open spaces—join Ranger Mike at Corral Bluffs + NEW Jimmy Camp Creek! FREE, limited-access hikes (May–Oct). Small groups. Spots fill FAST. 👉 Register: ColoradoSprings.gov/CorralBluffs #COSParks

Congratulations to our new District 2 Councilmember, Ken Casey! He was sworn in at the start of our Work Session this morning. Thank you for serving!

Our storm drain art project is a creative call to action! Join Keep It Clean COS for the Great American Cleanup on Saturday, May 2 - hosted by Keep Colorado Springs Beautiful @kabtweet and Fountain Creek Watershed District. Find details and sign up at: coloradosprings.gov/keepitclean

Out with the old and in with the safer, smoother roads! (That's how the saying goes, right?) Costilla Street is officially reopened! Huge thanks to the crew who made it happen and got the job done. 👏

The South Nevada Signals project is complete! 🚦 In partnership with @ColoradoDOT, intersections at South Nevada Ave & Ramona Ave and South Nevada Ave & St. Elmo Ave have been upgraded! Learn more: ColoradoSprings.gov/southnevadasig…

@epccolorado_ provides residents with resources to safely dispose of household hazardous waste - including Clean Sweep Events! Learn more: communityresources.elpasoco.com/clean-sweep-ha…

US Hwy 24/Peterson Rd project update: East lanes of Peterson Rd are closed beneath Hwy 24 bridge, with all northbound and southbound traffic shifted to the west. Seek alternate routes to access Hwy 24. Business accesses remain open. coloradosprings.gov/US24Peterson

Did you know April is Earth Month? 🌍 Keep it Clean COS is hosting cleanups YOU can join to help care for our shared home. The next community cleanup is April 28th! ColoradoSprings.gov/KeepItClean Photo Credit: @neenafly @ninamayerritchie @danielscottphoto @empirewestlive

Today, I’m proud to announce Wayne Williams as the next Chief of Staff for the @CityofCOS. A few years ago, we stood on opposite sides of an election. Today, we stand together with a shared vision for the future of Colorado Springs. Wayne brings a depth of experience and has continuously put people over politics in his efforts to invest in this city and deliver real results for our residents. Wayne, thank you for stepping into this role. Let’s get to work. Onward and upward.

📢 Today is #SafePlaceSelfie Day! @NWS ✅ Make a plan 📍 Know your safe place 📲 Stay informed Sign up for Peak Alerts to receive real-time updates and be ready for whatever comes your way. PeakAlerts.org

Eastside sidewalk between Astrozon Blvd. & Chelton Rd. remains CLOSED for watermain and drainage work (South Academy Boulevard Project). Detour: Use westside sidewalk on S. Academy Blvd. Follow posted signs. Businesses stay OPEN. See map for detour routes.

Emergencies can happen anytime. Take a minute to check: do you have the essentials to keep you, your family, and pets safe for a minimum of 72 hours? If not, now’s the time to get prepared. Visit ColoradoSprings.Gov/ReadySetGo to learn what to pack.

Starting Mon. April 6: McDonald's driveway at 2515 S. Academy Blvd closes ~2 weeks for drainage work (South Academy Improvements Project). Businesses stay OPEN Access via Astrozon Blvd (right turn only) or Jet Wing Dr See map for detours

The City of Colorado Springs is proud to support @XIAccelerator and the Survive & Thrive program, which offers eligible small businesses access to: Loans up to $50,000 Business training Mentorship Apply by May 1: xisurviveandthrive.com

#CDOT #News: Overnight full closure of northbound #I25 in @CityofCOS on April 3. Overnight closures will begin at 10 p.m. with a detour route in effect. 📰codot.gov/news/2026/apri… #KnowBeforeYouGo #SlowfortheConeZone

Something 🚨BIG🚨is flowing into Garden of the Gods this summer… and it’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Trade those hiking boots for water shoes! 💦🛟

Colorado Springs native Ally Brazier (Watt) returns to CO with Denver Summit FC ⚽️ Pine Creek HS standout, state champ sprinter & Texas A&M All-American—now part of a historic @NWSL match expected to draw 50K+ fans at @EmpowerField. Photo: Phelan M. Ebenhack

Lane closures and turn restrictions 8th St/Motor City Dr start Mon 3/30. Biz access open. More info: coloradosprings.gov/8thStreet @CSUtilities

Getting around our City safely matters! We need your input on the City's draft Transportation Safety Action Plan now through 4/2. Help shape the final plan: ColoradoSprings.gov/SafetyActionPl…