As 2023 comes to a close, the City of Colorado Springs celebrates several key headlines and accomplishments in the areas of Economic Vitality, Infrastructure, Public Safety and Housing. Check out how the City has served residents in 2023.

• 2023 Gold Medal Moments: Economic Vitality
• 2023 Gold Medal Moments: Infrastructure
• 2023 Gold Medal Moments: Public Safety
• 2023 Gold Medal Moments: Housing 

The City of Colorado Springs continued its success in financially assisting more Affordable housing developments in 2023, along with providing a road map for additional funding opportunities and creating a new department focused on housing issues.

• City sees large investment in Affordable Housing units, especially for seniors 
• City opts into Proposition 123 to unlock state funding for housing 
• Appointment of a Chief Housing Officer 

The Colorado Springs Health Foundation (CSHF) seeks a volunteer to serve on its Board of Trustees starting early 2024. The foundation makes grants to local nonprofits and tax-supported organizations addressing the most critical health issues in the Pikes Peak region. Applications are due no later than noon on Friday, January 12, 2024. 

The City of Colorado Springs saw several economic achievements in 2023, including record breaking investments that indicate a bright future for continued vitality and opportunity across the city.  

• Record number of businesses agree to invest, bring jobs to Colorado Springs
• COS Airport elevating to new heights
• Peak Innovation Park success signals economic growth in Southeast 
• Colorado Springs continues to be the most Military Friendly community 

The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management (PPROEM) has officially launched its new website, a comprehensive online resource to enhance community preparedness in the Pikes Peak region. The website, accessible at pproem.com, offers residents information, resources, and guidance to effectively prepare for emergencies.