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Reminder from MSPD: Manitou Springs motorists: In a minor accident (no injuries, no drugs/alcohol, valid license/insurance, no public property damage) → exchange insurance info & file a counter report online at dmv.colorado.gov/crash-records
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December 3, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Reminder from MSPD: Manitou Springs motorists: In a minor accident (no injuries, no drugs/alcohol, valid license/insurance, no public property damage) → exchange insurance info & file a counter report online at dmv.colorado.gov/crash-records
Attention Manitou Springs Residents! Water meter replacements are underway. Schedule your appointment by Dec. 19. Most meters are in basements/crawl spaces. Don't miss the deadline!
FAQs: manitouspringswatermeters.com
FAQs: manitouspringswatermeters.com
December 2, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Attention Manitou Springs Residents! Water meter replacements are underway. Schedule your appointment by Dec. 19. Most meters are in basements/crawl spaces. Don't miss the deadline!
FAQs: manitouspringswatermeters.com
FAQs: manitouspringswatermeters.com
The Manitou Christmas Parade is back!
Join us Dec. 7th at 6 PM in downtown Manitou Springs for a festive evening of holiday cheer, filled with dazzling floats, sparkling lights, and joyful holiday spirit.
See the attached route and detour map and plan ahead!
Join us Dec. 7th at 6 PM in downtown Manitou Springs for a festive evening of holiday cheer, filled with dazzling floats, sparkling lights, and joyful holiday spirit.
See the attached route and detour map and plan ahead!
December 2, 2025 at 5:22 PM
The Manitou Christmas Parade is back!
Join us Dec. 7th at 6 PM in downtown Manitou Springs for a festive evening of holiday cheer, filled with dazzling floats, sparkling lights, and joyful holiday spirit.
See the attached route and detour map and plan ahead!
Join us Dec. 7th at 6 PM in downtown Manitou Springs for a festive evening of holiday cheer, filled with dazzling floats, sparkling lights, and joyful holiday spirit.
See the attached route and detour map and plan ahead!
Mon., Dec. 1, construction crews will begin repair work on the retaining wall located on the rear property line of 1125 Manitou Ave., on Waltham Ave. Residents and visitors should expect temporary parking restrictions in the project area.
November 30, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Mon., Dec. 1, construction crews will begin repair work on the retaining wall located on the rear property line of 1125 Manitou Ave., on Waltham Ave. Residents and visitors should expect temporary parking restrictions in the project area.
Water service has been fully restored to Grand Ave.
Residents may experience temp water discoloration or low pressure. This is a normal. If this occurs, please run cold water from the bathtub or the lowest faucet in your home for five minutes or until the water runs clear.
Residents may experience temp water discoloration or low pressure. This is a normal. If this occurs, please run cold water from the bathtub or the lowest faucet in your home for five minutes or until the water runs clear.
Water Outage Updates | Manitou Springs, CO
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November 28, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Water service has been fully restored to Grand Ave.
Residents may experience temp water discoloration or low pressure. This is a normal. If this occurs, please run cold water from the bathtub or the lowest faucet in your home for five minutes or until the water runs clear.
Residents may experience temp water discoloration or low pressure. This is a normal. If this occurs, please run cold water from the bathtub or the lowest faucet in your home for five minutes or until the water runs clear.
The City's Public Works Department is currently responding to a water main break near 40 Grand Ave. Repairs may take approximately 4–8 hours.
Further updates will be shared as they become available. Visit: bit.ly/MSWaterBreaks for the latest information.
Further updates will be shared as they become available. Visit: bit.ly/MSWaterBreaks for the latest information.
Water Outage Updates | Manitou Springs, CO
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November 28, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The City's Public Works Department is currently responding to a water main break near 40 Grand Ave. Repairs may take approximately 4–8 hours.
Further updates will be shared as they become available. Visit: bit.ly/MSWaterBreaks for the latest information.
Further updates will be shared as they become available. Visit: bit.ly/MSWaterBreaks for the latest information.
The latest edition of "City News" is now live!
How to access City News
• On the homepage of the City website: www.manitouspringsco.gov
• Read it here: heyzine.com/flip-book/fc...
Need an ADA accessible version - jfryer@manitouspringsco.gov
Questions? email pio@manitouspringsco.gov.
How to access City News
• On the homepage of the City website: www.manitouspringsco.gov
• Read it here: heyzine.com/flip-book/fc...
Need an ADA accessible version - jfryer@manitouspringsco.gov
Questions? email pio@manitouspringsco.gov.
November 26, 2025 at 8:26 PM
The latest edition of "City News" is now live!
How to access City News
• On the homepage of the City website: www.manitouspringsco.gov
• Read it here: heyzine.com/flip-book/fc...
Need an ADA accessible version - jfryer@manitouspringsco.gov
Questions? email pio@manitouspringsco.gov.
How to access City News
• On the homepage of the City website: www.manitouspringsco.gov
• Read it here: heyzine.com/flip-book/fc...
Need an ADA accessible version - jfryer@manitouspringsco.gov
Questions? email pio@manitouspringsco.gov.
Sat. Nov. 29, in celebration of Small Business Saturday, the City will provide complimentary all-day parking in the downtown area.
Nov. 30-Dec. 25, visitors can enjoy 2hrs of free parking on all on street spaces and the Canon Lot. Wichita and Smischny Lots are not included in this promotion.
Nov. 30-Dec. 25, visitors can enjoy 2hrs of free parking on all on street spaces and the Canon Lot. Wichita and Smischny Lots are not included in this promotion.
November 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Sat. Nov. 29, in celebration of Small Business Saturday, the City will provide complimentary all-day parking in the downtown area.
Nov. 30-Dec. 25, visitors can enjoy 2hrs of free parking on all on street spaces and the Canon Lot. Wichita and Smischny Lots are not included in this promotion.
Nov. 30-Dec. 25, visitors can enjoy 2hrs of free parking on all on street spaces and the Canon Lot. Wichita and Smischny Lots are not included in this promotion.
Due to the holiday and staff shortages, residents may notice delays in trash/recycling services. Republic Services crews are out working.
Crews are expected to finish service across the City before the holiday.
To report issues or concerns, please contact Republic Services directly (877) 692-9729.
Crews are expected to finish service across the City before the holiday.
To report issues or concerns, please contact Republic Services directly (877) 692-9729.
November 25, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Due to the holiday and staff shortages, residents may notice delays in trash/recycling services. Republic Services crews are out working.
Crews are expected to finish service across the City before the holiday.
To report issues or concerns, please contact Republic Services directly (877) 692-9729.
Crews are expected to finish service across the City before the holiday.
To report issues or concerns, please contact Republic Services directly (877) 692-9729.
The Salvation Army is hosting FREE Holiday Community Meals this Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, from 11AM-1PM at Manitou Springs City Hall – 606 Manitou Ave.
Need delivery? Visit helpcoloradosprings.com for more information.
Need delivery? Visit helpcoloradosprings.com for more information.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The Salvation Army is hosting FREE Holiday Community Meals this Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, from 11AM-1PM at Manitou Springs City Hall – 606 Manitou Ave.
Need delivery? Visit helpcoloradosprings.com for more information.
Need delivery? Visit helpcoloradosprings.com for more information.
City admin offices, elected offices, facilities, and MSPD admin services will be closed Nov. 27 and Nov. 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday.
For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency dispatch dial 719-390-5555.
For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency dispatch dial 719-390-5555.
November 21, 2025 at 3:35 PM
City admin offices, elected offices, facilities, and MSPD admin services will be closed Nov. 27 and Nov. 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday.
For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency dispatch dial 719-390-5555.
For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergency dispatch dial 719-390-5555.
The 2024 Tree Canopy Assessment project earned an award for the Greenest City Project/Effort category at this year’s “Greeni” Awards.
Project Leads Tony Cabrales and Gillian Rossi proudly accepted the award on behalf of the City.
To view the 2024 Canopy Assessment visit: bit.ly/3JST0oJ
Project Leads Tony Cabrales and Gillian Rossi proudly accepted the award on behalf of the City.
To view the 2024 Canopy Assessment visit: bit.ly/3JST0oJ
November 19, 2025 at 3:51 PM
The 2024 Tree Canopy Assessment project earned an award for the Greenest City Project/Effort category at this year’s “Greeni” Awards.
Project Leads Tony Cabrales and Gillian Rossi proudly accepted the award on behalf of the City.
To view the 2024 Canopy Assessment visit: bit.ly/3JST0oJ
Project Leads Tony Cabrales and Gillian Rossi proudly accepted the award on behalf of the City.
To view the 2024 Canopy Assessment visit: bit.ly/3JST0oJ
Pauley Construction will be installing new fiber infrastructure along Manitou Ave from Old Man’s Trail to Canon Ave daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 18 to Dec. 22
What to expect: Partial street and sidewalk closures, Temporary parking restrictions, Traffic control personnel and clear signage.
What to expect: Partial street and sidewalk closures, Temporary parking restrictions, Traffic control personnel and clear signage.
November 18, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Pauley Construction will be installing new fiber infrastructure along Manitou Ave from Old Man’s Trail to Canon Ave daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nov. 18 to Dec. 22
What to expect: Partial street and sidewalk closures, Temporary parking restrictions, Traffic control personnel and clear signage.
What to expect: Partial street and sidewalk closures, Temporary parking restrictions, Traffic control personnel and clear signage.
🚰 Big News for Residents! 💧
Our Water Meter Replacement Project is officially underway!
📬 Keep an eye on your mailbox this week — letters are coming with all the details on how to schedule your upgrade.
Check out this quick video to learn more: youtu.be/xFs9gkYHMOQ
Our Water Meter Replacement Project is officially underway!
📬 Keep an eye on your mailbox this week — letters are coming with all the details on how to schedule your upgrade.
Check out this quick video to learn more: youtu.be/xFs9gkYHMOQ
Water Meter Replacement Project
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November 17, 2025 at 9:48 PM
🚰 Big News for Residents! 💧
Our Water Meter Replacement Project is officially underway!
📬 Keep an eye on your mailbox this week — letters are coming with all the details on how to schedule your upgrade.
Check out this quick video to learn more: youtu.be/xFs9gkYHMOQ
Our Water Meter Replacement Project is officially underway!
📬 Keep an eye on your mailbox this week — letters are coming with all the details on how to schedule your upgrade.
Check out this quick video to learn more: youtu.be/xFs9gkYHMOQ
The latest edition of "City News" is now live! Our bi-weekly digital newspaper keeps you updated on projects, events, Council actions, and community news in a clear, easy-to-read format. Read it here: heyzine.com/flip-book/69...
November 14, 2025 at 11:06 PM
The latest edition of "City News" is now live! Our bi-weekly digital newspaper keeps you updated on projects, events, Council actions, and community news in a clear, easy-to-read format. Read it here: heyzine.com/flip-book/69...
The City of Manitou Springs is excited to announce the completion of Phase 4 of the Creek Walk Trail.
To mark the occasion, the City will host a Ribbon Cutting and Walking Tour event on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., beginning at the Mayfair Trailhead.
To mark the occasion, the City will host a Ribbon Cutting and Walking Tour event on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., beginning at the Mayfair Trailhead.
November 12, 2025 at 11:33 PM
The City of Manitou Springs is excited to announce the completion of Phase 4 of the Creek Walk Trail.
To mark the occasion, the City will host a Ribbon Cutting and Walking Tour event on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., beginning at the Mayfair Trailhead.
To mark the occasion, the City will host a Ribbon Cutting and Walking Tour event on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., beginning at the Mayfair Trailhead.
MANITOU SPRINGS CO – The Barr Trail Parking Lot will be closed Thurs. Nov. 13 for restriping operations.
The closure will begin at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to last until 2:00 p.m.
Please plan ahead and use alternative parking areas during this time.
For questions please call (719) 426-0645
The closure will begin at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to last until 2:00 p.m.
Please plan ahead and use alternative parking areas during this time.
For questions please call (719) 426-0645
November 12, 2025 at 9:05 PM
MANITOU SPRINGS CO – The Barr Trail Parking Lot will be closed Thurs. Nov. 13 for restriping operations.
The closure will begin at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to last until 2:00 p.m.
Please plan ahead and use alternative parking areas during this time.
For questions please call (719) 426-0645
The closure will begin at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to last until 2:00 p.m.
Please plan ahead and use alternative parking areas during this time.
For questions please call (719) 426-0645
The City of Manitou Springs offices & facilities will be closed Tues., Nov. 11 for Veterans Day. Normal hours resume Nov. 12–14. For urgent issues call 719-492-0058 (Public Services) or 719-492-1970 (Water/Sewer). MSPD & MSFD honor all Veterans for their service & sacrifice.
November 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM
The City of Manitou Springs offices & facilities will be closed Tues., Nov. 11 for Veterans Day. Normal hours resume Nov. 12–14. For urgent issues call 719-492-0058 (Public Services) or 719-492-1970 (Water/Sewer). MSPD & MSFD honor all Veterans for their service & sacrifice.
Reminder: Today is Election Day! Get out and vote! Polling Centers are open until 7pm tonight.
November 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Reminder: Today is Election Day! Get out and vote! Polling Centers are open until 7pm tonight.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:12 PM
📰 The Latest Edition of City News Is Live!
📖 Read it here: bit.ly/COMSCityNewsOct31
🌐 Visit: www.manitouspringsco.gov
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/COMSNewsandAlerts
Facebook → bit.ly/CoMSFB
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Nextdoor → bit.ly/COMSNextDoor
Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay Manitou.
📖 Read it here: bit.ly/COMSCityNewsOct31
🌐 Visit: www.manitouspringsco.gov
📩 Subscribe: bit.ly/COMSNewsandAlerts
Facebook → bit.ly/CoMSFB
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Nextdoor → bit.ly/COMSNextDoor
Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay Manitou.
water disruption on Grand Avenue, Monday, Nov. 3, from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Crews are working to resolve the issue quickly and safely. The City thanks residents for their patience and understanding. Updates: bit.ly/MSWaterBreaks
October 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
water disruption on Grand Avenue, Monday, Nov. 3, from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Crews are working to resolve the issue quickly and safely. The City thanks residents for their patience and understanding. Updates: bit.ly/MSWaterBreaks
The MSVFD invites you to the 102nd Annual Turkey Shoot raffle and silent auction fundraiser on Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at City Hall! Join us for dinner, prizes, and community spirit, all supporting local families in need and MSVFD training.
RSVP 👉 www.facebook.com/share/14Kzfx...
RSVP 👉 www.facebook.com/share/14Kzfx...
October 31, 2025 at 12:50 AM
The MSVFD invites you to the 102nd Annual Turkey Shoot raffle and silent auction fundraiser on Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at City Hall! Join us for dinner, prizes, and community spirit, all supporting local families in need and MSVFD training.
RSVP 👉 www.facebook.com/share/14Kzfx...
RSVP 👉 www.facebook.com/share/14Kzfx...
Reminder: Ballots sent by mail must be received not postmarked by Tues Nov. 4 at 7PM to count.
Return ballots at a 24/7 secure drop-off box next to City Hall 606 Manitou Ave or any Voter Service & Polling Center
Election details and VSPC locations:
👉 clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com/.../election...
Return ballots at a 24/7 secure drop-off box next to City Hall 606 Manitou Ave or any Voter Service & Polling Center
Election details and VSPC locations:
👉 clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com/.../election...
October 29, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Reminder: Ballots sent by mail must be received not postmarked by Tues Nov. 4 at 7PM to count.
Return ballots at a 24/7 secure drop-off box next to City Hall 606 Manitou Ave or any Voter Service & Polling Center
Election details and VSPC locations:
👉 clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com/.../election...
Return ballots at a 24/7 secure drop-off box next to City Hall 606 Manitou Ave or any Voter Service & Polling Center
Election details and VSPC locations:
👉 clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com/.../election...
A message from our City Administrator, Denise Howell, for First Responders Day. (Image 2)
October 28, 2025 at 1:47 PM
A message from our City Administrator, Denise Howell, for First Responders Day. (Image 2)