Stakeholder Meeting Cancelled Due to Waldo Canyon Fire 
Colorado Springs, CO, Sunday, June 24, 2012 – The first of three Westside Avenue Action Plan stakeholder meetings was set for 6 p.m. on Monday, June 25 at the Westside Community Center, 1628, W. Bijou Street. It has been cancelled due to the Waldo Canyon Fire. A new date has not yet been determined. "Due to the Waldo Canyon Fire situation, it is in the best interest of the neighborhood to reschedule this meeting," said Commissioner Sallie Clark. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and public safety officials during this time and we will let everyone know when the stakeholder meeting is rescheduled."

The Westside Avenue Action Plan Stakeholder Committee was created to provide a vision for badly needed infrastructure improvements to West Colorado Avenue and Manitou Avenue.

In April, the Board of Commissioners approved a contract for a Civil and Traffic Engineering Planning and Design Study. The $300,000 study is being paid for through the Colorado Department of Transportation.

“The Westside Avenue Action Plan is the first step toward the potential revitalization of the corridor,” said Andre Brackin, County Engineer.  “Once the plan is finalized and funding is available, a final design would be developed and construction can begin. The Westside Avenue Action Plan’s success depends upon public involvement and public input. Our Stakeholder Committee will play a key role. Their input and community values identified during these discussions will guide development of the final plan.”

“This is an historic moment for this long time forgotten and neglected portion of West Colorado Avenue,” said Vice Chair Sallie Clark, who’s Commissioner District 3 encompasses the study area. “The commitment from the neighborhood, the merchants, elected officials and the many entities that have come to the table, provides for a comprehensive redevelopment plan which will address necessary road, drainage and accessibility issues while spurring on future economic vitality.”

The study will examine the needed roadway improvements, traffic flow, pedestrian access, utilities placement, drainage and other infrastructure problems along West Colorado Avenue between 31st Street and Manitou Springs. Portions of Colorado Avenue in this area fall under four different jurisdictions; El Paso County, Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs and the Colorado Department of Transportation. 

Additional stakeholder meetings will be scheduled during the fall and winter. The stakeholder meetings also are open to anyone who wants to follow the discussions. Two public open houses also will be scheduled toward the end of summer and in January 2013 for citizens to see how the plan is progressing and to provide input.

To receive Westside Avenue Action Alert e-newsletters and learn how to get involved, send an email to info@WestsideAvenuePlan.com, or call the project message box at 719-629-7566 and leave your contact information.

Contact: Dave Rose
Public Information Officer
Phone: 520-6540   Cell: 337-9239 
DaveRose@elpasoco.com

Stakeholder Meeting Cancelled Due to Waldo Canyon Fire 
Colorado Springs, CO, Sunday, June 24, 2012 – The first of three Westside Avenue Action Plan stakeholder meetings was set for 6 p.m. on Monday, June 25 at the Westside Community Center, 1628, W. Bijou Street. It has been cancelled due to the Waldo Canyon Fire. A new date has not yet been determined. "Due to the Waldo Canyon Fire situation, it is in the best interest of the neighborhood to reschedule this meeting," said Commissioner Sallie Clark. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and public safety officials during this time and we will let everyone know when the stakeholder meeting is rescheduled."

The Westside Avenue Action Plan Stakeholder Committee was created to provide a vision for badly needed infrastructure improvements to West Colorado Avenue and Manitou Avenue.

In April, the Board of Commissioners approved a contract for a Civil and Traffic Engineering Planning and Design Study. The $300,000 study is being paid for through the Colorado Department of Transportation.

“The Westside Avenue Action Plan is the first step toward the potential revitalization of the corridor,” said Andre Brackin, County Engineer.  “Once the plan is finalized and funding is available, a final design would be developed and construction can begin. The Westside Avenue Action Plan’s success depends upon public involvement and public input. Our Stakeholder Committee will play a key role. Their input and community values identified during these discussions will guide development of the final plan.”

“This is an historic moment for this long time forgotten and neglected portion of West Colorado Avenue,” said Vice Chair Sallie Clark, who’s Commissioner District 3 encompasses the study area. “The commitment from the neighborhood, the merchants, elected officials and the many entities that have come to the table, provides for a comprehensive redevelopment plan which will address necessary road, drainage and accessibility issues while spurring on future economic vitality.”

The study will examine the needed roadway improvements, traffic flow, pedestrian access, utilities placement, drainage and other infrastructure problems along West Colorado Avenue between 31st Street and Manitou Springs. Portions of Colorado Avenue in this area fall under four different jurisdictions; El Paso County, Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs and the Colorado Department of Transportation. 

Additional stakeholder meetings will be scheduled during the fall and winter. The stakeholder meetings also are open to anyone who wants to follow the discussions. Two public open houses also will be scheduled toward the end of summer and in January 2013 for citizens to see how the plan is progressing and to provide input.

To receive Westside Avenue Action Alert e-newsletters and learn how to get involved, send an email to info@WestsideAvenuePlan.com, or call the project message box at 719-629-7566 and leave your contact information.

Contact: Dave Rose
Public Information Officer
Phone: 520-6540   Cell: 337-9239 
DaveRose@elpasoco.com