Author: David Leinweber
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GUEST OPINION: At a time of disagreement, it matters what kind of city the Springs will be
A lot has happened in a short amount of time. A recall effort led to a resignation. We saw public demonstrations like “No Kings Day.” And now City Council is being asked to select a replacement from more than two dozen applicants to serve until April 2027. That’s a lot of noise. A lot of emotion. And a lot of pressure. But…
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GUEST COLUMN: Camping ordinance focuses on providing a solution
Every person living on our streets has value. No exceptions. No one plans to sleep under a bridge. No one aspires to addiction or untreated mental illness. If we lose sight of that, we lose our humanity. Before serving on City Council, I spent decades as a retailer. Early on, I thought success meant buying something at a good price and…
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GUEST COLUMN: Smart growth begins where the jobs are
There is good news coming out of Colorado Springs… incredibly good news. Peak Innovation Park, anchored near our airport, is rapidly emerging as one of the most important economic engines in the region. Today, an estimated 5,500 people already work within the Park. In the near term, new projects like Swire Coca-Cola, Frito-Lay, and Forge…
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GUEST OPINION: The correct choice for the Pikes Peak Library Board
On Tuesday, the Colorado Springs City Council will vote on the appointment of Kenny Kuniyuki. to the Pikes Peak Library District Board of Trustees. This vote will fill a long-vacant seat, one that has remained open for nearly nine months after the previous trustee’s term expired. The nomination comes from the Joint Appointment Committee, made…
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GUEST COLUMN: Take proactive measures to insure Springs public safety
I am writing in response to my colleague’s ongoing attacks on his teammates in print, on the radio and in his recent Town Hall Meeting. Although I do not speak for all my fellow Council Members, I believe that like me Public Safety is now and has always been a priority for this City Council.…
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Commentary: BLM on right track with plan for South Park
It’s no secret that South Park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who come from across the country to enjoy the area’s fish and wildlife. It’s a spectacular natural space and supports a thriving hunting and fishing economy. In fact, hunting and fishing in Park County generate $17 million in annual revenue. As owner of…
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EDITORIAL: We all benefit from reliable, clean water
Clean water is something that everyone and every business needs. Whether you are running a brewery, manufacturing plant or outdoor retail store and fly-fishing outfitter near some of Colorado’s best Gold Medal fishing – when our water sources are contaminated, all enterprises suffer. The Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers hope…