Author: Yemi Mobolade
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GUEST COLUMN: City prepared to monitor and respond to migrants | Yemi Mobolade
Last weekend, we were informed by a local nonprofit that a number of migrant families have arrived and received shelter in our city. These arrivals were not coordinated by the city of Colorado Springs, the city of Denver or local nonprofits. Further, the city has not been asked, has not offered and has not made…
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GUEST COLUMN: Colorado mayors share their priorities on mental health
To the residents of the state of Colorado, its elected officials, voters, and community leaders, As mayors with varying political affiliations representing the three largest cities in our state, we — Mayors Johnston, Mobolade, and Coffman — share a key priority: addressing the shortage of adequate mental health services in Colorado. The problem lies at…
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GUEST COLUMN: A New Year’s message from Colorado Springs’ mayor
Friends, a new year stands before us, and it’s brimming with possibilities. The New Year is a time to reflect on the past year, acknowledge accomplishments, and lessons learned, set new goals, and look forward to what the future holds. In the short six months since becoming the 42nd Mayor of the great City of…
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GUEST COLUMN: Standing by our police: A commitment to public safety
Our community is only as strong as it is safe. As your elected representatives, we remain resolute in our support of the Colorado Springs Police Department, and we stand shoulder to shoulder with the women and men sworn to protect and serve the residents of our great city. From the bottom of our hearts, we…
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GUEST COLUMN: It’s time to get to work for Colorado Springs
Last week, I proudly took the oath of office as the 42nd mayor of Colorado Springs. I am deeply honored to have been entrusted with the responsibility to serve your families and help lead this remarkable city. As the city’s first elected Black and immigrant mayor, I am a living promise of the American Dream.…