Colorado Springs Utilities

"Working through challenges with others to find effective solutions is incredibly rewarding." - Rachel, Sourcing Supervisor Beyond her impressive 5 years in procurement, Rachel O'Brine is a rockstar! ?? Not only did she recently earn a CEO Award for her innovative training program, her work in technology-related contracts directly enhances our customer experience.

Ever wonder what's happening deep beneath Academy Blvd? ??? We're in the final phase of our water main project, installing crucial valves and replacing a critical water vault. These upgrades will enhance water reliability for our customers and contribute to the long-term sustainability of our infrastructure. Thanks for your patience as we make these essential upgrades. What questions do you have about the project? Let us know in the comments! ??

Since 1947, ULI’s Advisory Services Program has convened over 700 panels to tackle complex land use, development, and economic revitalization challenges worldwide. Last week, ULI brought this program to Colorado Springs to help reimagine the future of the North Nevada Avenue Corridor—one of the city's most transformative redevelopment opportunities. With its strong educational institutions, growing industries, and natural assets, this area has the potential to become a thriving live-work-play gateway, seamlessly connecting University of Colorado Colorado Springs and downtown Colorado Springs. A collaborative partnership—including the City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs Utilities, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC, and the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority in collaboration with ULI’s expert panelists and ULI Colorado provided fresh, actionable recommendations to help shape the corridor’s future. Throughout the week, the panel toured the corridor, engaged with local stakeholders, and developed strategic insights to address complex planning and development challenges. We are grateful to our team of panelists – Glenda Hood (Chair) – Former Mayor, City of Orlando; Former Secretary of State, Florida Jose Bodipo Memba – Chief Diversity Officer, Sacramento Municipal Utility District Hal Ferris – Founder, Ferris Advisors Anthony E. Graves – Principal, GRAVES CIVIC SOLUTIONS David Greensfelder – Founder & Managing Principal, Greensfelder Commercial Real Estate LLC Todd Meyer – Urban Design Practice Leader, Progressive Companies Michael Samuelian – Founding Director, Jacobs Urban Technology Hub, Cornell Tech Photos: Bailey Lindsey, Travis Eckland #coloradosprings #development #urbanplanning

It takes a village to fight a wildfire. In the Pikes Peak region, a diverse coalition is uniting to map out a safer future, protecting both our landscapes and our vital water resources. https://bit.ly/3DyoKfF

"Never let anyone tell you that you can’t do this kind of work. If you want to do it, go all in." - Mackenzie, Line Technician Apprentice. ?? "Women bring different perspectives and value to these industries. Having diverse viewpoints brings strength to a team, in turn creating growth." Celebrating Mackenzie and all the women building our future this #WomenInConstructionWeek!

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, our first story goes back more than 100 years to highlight the influence women had in the creation of Colorado Springs Utilities. A group of women led by Lillian Kerr created The Civic League, which pushed city leaders to send the question of municipal utilities to the voters. At the time, it was a very controversial idea; even Governor Oliver H. Shoup, who spent many years in Colorado Springs, was against the proposal. The Civic League used messages of service equality, reliability and affordability to swing votes their way. https://lnkd.in/gq7xi5cc

What happens to unclaimed deposits? We're using them to strengthen our customer assistance program! Find out how we're turning these funds into valuable support: https://bit.ly/43muxiH.

Back-to-back gold! ?? We're honored to receive Cigna's Healthy Workforce Designation for the second year in a row. Read about our award-winning wellness program and our dedication to a healthy culture: https://lnkd.in/gBGwK9-q.

Our lineworkers are on the frontlines, not just keeping the lights on, but also protecting our local raptors! ?? Last month, they participated in a crucial safety meeting which included the annual avian protection plan training that focuses on encounters with birds of prey. We're committed to their safety and the safety of these incredible animals through retrofitting equipment and ongoing training. Did you know handling a migratory bird nest incorrectly can lead to hefty fines? Our team knows how to handle these situations safely and responsibly.

From our CEO Travas Deal: While we embrace the pursuit of a cleaner energy future, my priority remains to manage your energy costs and preserve the reliability of your services. We asked for bids on new wind and solar resources, but prices came back between 50% and 60% higher than anticipated. We can't pass those costs onto you, so we're making a pivot in our energy transition strategy. Read the full blog post to learn more about these changes and how they impact you: https://lnkd.in/g-vqmh_z.