The Colorado Springs Airport (COS) is pleased to announce that Southwest Airlines will introduce daily service to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), starting June 4, 2024. This eagerly anticipated route will greatly enhance travelers' accessibility to the Washington D.C.-area, offering convenience and enhanced connectivity.
Mayor Yemi shares his passion for our right to vote and the importance of the upcoming election. He also talks about the recent loss of one our city’s firefighters, great economic development news, and some recognition for our city employees!
COS is thrilled to announce the upcoming convenience of nonstop flights to three destinations: San Antonio (SAT), San Diego (SAN), and Houston (HOU) on Southwest Airlines. These nonstop routes will be available for select dates in November, December, and January, with the added exciting news that the Houston (HOU) service will extend beyond January to continue accommodating passenger demand. Holiday travelers can also take advantage of discounted parking this season.
Mike Sullivan, the City’s Chief Human Resources and Risk Officer has announced his retirement. “We thank Mike for his many contributions to the City of Colorado Springs,” said Mayor Yemi Mobolade. “He spearheaded several organizational changes that positively impacted the work culture for City employees, and he has provided compassionate leadership under three mayors. As a service organization whose primary asset is our employees, his contributions have impacted the broader community of Colorado Springs."
The COS Airport has annonced a new food and beverage line up. The restaurant development is an important component of the Airport’s Concourse Modernization project focused, in part, on upgrading the terminal to accommodate more passengers and improve the passenger experience. The new lineup includes Brand Line Up, Atrevida Beer Co, Camden food co, Colorado Craft, Drifter’s Hamburgers, Einstein Bros Bagels and Einstein Bros Express, Mi Casa Cantina, Peet’s, Pizzeria Rustica and Street Eats by Chef Brother Luck.
The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) and the Colorado State Fire Chiefs named Colorado Springs Fire Chief Randy Royal as the DFPC’s 2023 George Mazzotti Fire Chief of the Year for the state. Chief Royal was awarded the honor for his positive contributions to leadership, innovation, professional development, integrity, service to the public, and contributions to the Colorado Fire Service as a whole.
The CSFD responded to two significant fires on Tuesday, October 17th within city limits. The following information is an update on both incidents.
Structure Fire - 628 Yuma St.: Early reports came in of smoke and fire coming from the side of the home. Firefighters worked to knock the fire down and discovered a deceased individual inside the residence. One patient was transported to a local hospital, the other refused transport services. The bulk of the fire was knocked down at 3:30 p.m. A total of 40 CSFD personnel responded to the scene. The cause and origin of the fire will be determined by CSFD Fire Investigators.
Structure Fire - 2547 Weston Rd.: CSFD dispatch received a number of calls for a structure fire at an auto body repair shop. Firefighters worked in a defensive mode due to the possibility of structural damage and roof collapse which could be seen from the CSFD drone. HazMat 14 was requested due to the change in smoke color and the unknown materials inside the body shop. The fire was under control by 6:40 p.m. A total of 73 CSFD personnel responded to the scene.