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Council tightens fire code; tables TOPS Play Video

January 9, 2013 12:41 AM

COLORADO SPRINGS - On a 6-2 vote Tuesday, the Colorado Springs City Council passed stricter fire codes for any new homes built in the foothills of Colorado Springs. Smoke alarms, sprinkler systems and fire resistant Class A roofing materials are now required. Wooded siding and shake shingles are prohibited... more »
A closer look at Springs property tax ballot issue

September 6, 2009 8:02 PM

In November, voters in Colorado Springs will decide whether or not they want their property taxes to go up 10 mills over the next five years. Here's how it would affect an average property owner assuming the average price for a home in Colorado Springs at $236,000: ... more »
Springs voters have two ballot issues in November

September 1, 2009 9:06 PM

Colorado Springs City Councilmembers approved two measures to appear on the November ballot. One is to phase out enterprise payments to the city. Examples of enterprises include the stormwater enterprise and Colorado Springs Utilities. Douglas Bruce circulated a petition to get this issue on the ballot. The second... more »