COS Town Tidings #24-233

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📰 Springs Utilities Proposes Rate Changes 💡

📰 Did You See the Fire on Shelley Ave? ⚡

📰 260 Acres of Stratton in Fire Mitigation 🔥

🏞️ Trivia Challenge: Colorado Springs' Spiritual Legacy

📆 Local Events

🌦 COS Weather - Warm with isolated PM T-storms

🏡 Homes for Sale In Colorado Springs

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💡 Springs Utilities Proposes Rate Changes

Colorado Springs Utilities will propose a series of rate increases and a new time-of-day pricing model for 2025 at a Utilities Board meeting on Wed, Aug. 21. The proposed rate hikes include a 6.5% increase for electricity and water, 4% for natural gas, and 9% for wastewater annually through 2029.

Additionally, the introduction of an "Energy-wise" rate would encourage customers to use electricity during off-peak hours, potentially reducing overall energy costs. These measures are intended to support $3.7 billion in infrastructure investments over the next five years, necessary to meet regulatory demands and ensure reliable service. The proposed changes will be reviewed in City Council hearings, with a final vote in November. If approved, the new rates would take effect in 2025.

⚡ Did You See the Fire on Shelley Ave?

A gas line in Colorado Springs was struck by lightning on yesterday around 5:30pm, igniting a fire in the 4000 block of Shelley Ave, near S Academy and Airport Rd. Colorado Springs Fire Department responded promptly, working alongside Colorado Springs Utilities to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings. Thanks to their swift action, the fire was brought under control without causing significant damage.

🔥 260 Acres of Stratton in Fire Mitigation

In a joint effort with the CSFD and the City Forestry Department, Colorado Springs has initiated fire mitigation in Stratton Open Space. The project, spanning more than 260 acres, is designed to reduce fire risk while preserving the natural landscape. Stratton Open Space will remain open throughout the operation, but visitors should be prepared for temporary trail closures and detours. The City encourages caution and thanks the community for their patience during this essential work.

🏞️ Trivia: Colorado Springs' Spiritual Legacy"

Did you know that Garden of the Gods holds deep spiritual significance for the Southern Ute Indian tribe? This iconic park was considered the Garden of Eden by the Utes, who believed their people were created here.  For centuries, Ute families gathered here each winter, connecting spiritually with the ancient rock formations. They saw Pikes Peak as the center of their world, believing it held a special connection to the heavens.

Sadly, this spiritual haven was disrupted in the 1870s when European settlers arrived, leading to conflict and the forced relocation of the Ute people.

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📆 Local Events

• Aug 20, 11am-1:30pm: Food Truck Tuesday @Pioneers Museum, 215 S. Tejon (Last day of the season)

• Aug 20-25, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Aug 21 (every Wed), 9am-2pm: Briargate Farmers Market @7610 North Union

  • → Get some homemade sourdough baked goods 🌟spotlight: 🍞 A Slice of Home: Nature's Start Bread Company Rises in Colorado Springs

• Aug 21 (every Wed), 3-7pm: Colorado Farm and Art Market @Pioneers Museum, 215 S Tejon

• Aug 21, 5-8:30pm: Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series @Hillside Gardens, 1006 S Institute St $18

  • 🌟Spotlight: 🎵Enjoy Music, Friends, and Scenic Beauty at Hillside Gardens 

• Aug 21, 6-8pm: Springs Contemporary Jazz Big Band @Bancroft Park, 2407 W Colorado Ave FREE

• Aug 21, 6:30-8:30pm: BOGO Wine Wednesday | Glassware Set Workshop | Add a DIY Fall Candle @Painting With A Twist, N Powers Blvd $35

• Aug 21, 8:30-10pm: Movie on the Lawn Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark @Red Leg Brewing, 2323 Garden of the Gods Rd

• Aug 22, 10am-1pm: Beyond Age Job Fair for the experienced job seeker 55+ @PPWFC, 1675 Garden of the Gods

• Aug 22, 5-8pm: 9th Birthday parTEA @The Queen's TEApothecary, 2504 W Colorado Ave FREE to stop by

  • —>🌟Spotlight: 🍵Where Locals Come to Find Their Bliss-The Queen's TEApothecary

• Aug 22, 5-7pm: Beyond Books! Upcycle-ables and More SALE @PPLD East Library Annex, 5550 N Union Blvd

• Aug 23, 6-8pm: Mountain Flowers | FREE Wine Slush Happy Hour! Leads to Arrest @Painting With A Twist (downtown) $35-$49

• Aug 23-Sept 2 (Mon-Thurs 3-11pm, Fr-Sun & Labor Day 11am-11pm): Colorado State Fair @1001 Beulah Ave, Pueblo $10-$162

• Aug 24, 6-10pm: Pasta In The Park Fundraiser for TESSA @Myron Statton Home, 2525 S Colorado Hwy 115 $120/individual tickets

• Aug 24, 8pm: Movies Under the Stars: Deadpool @ Bristol Brewing FREE

• Sept 15, 8:30am: 16th Annual Be Ovary Aware 5k Run 3K Walk @America The Beautiful Park (Must Register)

• Sept 20, 7pm: Crystal Gayle @Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Dr $49-$99

• Sept 28, 11am-6:30pm: Blues On The Mesa @Gold Hill Mesa, 142 S Raven Mine Dr $50

  • 🌟Spotlight: 🎸Uniting Colorado Springs Through Blues with Amy Whitesell

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