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Appendix B: Community Profile

CITY OF MANITOU SPRINGS | COMMUNITY PROFILE

POPULATION & DEMOGRAPHICS

POPULATION

POPULATION GROWTH, 2000 - 2014 Total Growth Rate Ann. Growth Rate Manitou Springs 4% 0.3% El Paso County 25% 1.6% Colorado 21% 1.4%

Future Growth: The Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) estimates that Manitou Springs will grow to 5,532 residents by 2040, an increase of 357.

Seasonal Population: With an influx of visitors, the number of people in the City can reach 15,000 a day during summer months and special events, three times the City’s residential population.

RACE & ETHNICITY

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1990 2000 2010 2014

MANITOU SPRINGS POPULATION

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Slower Rates of Growth Over the past 24 years, Manitou Springs experienced its highest rate of population growth between 1990 and 2000, growing by an average of 0.9% each year. Between 2000 and 2010, growth slowed to nearly 0%, but has since increased over the past 4 years to an annual average of 0.4%. In the future, PPACG estimates the City will grow at 0.3% annually, a similar rate to the previous 14 years. A Growing Region El Paso County has grown, and is expected to continue to grow, at a much faster rate than Manitou Springs. The County population was 645,707 in 2014 and could grow to 972,887 by 2040, an annual growth rate of 1.6%. Racial and Ethnic Diversity Manitou Springs is less racially and ethnically diverse than the County or State. The minority share of the population increased slightly since 2000, from 8% to 10% in 2014.

Source: US Census Bureau 5-year American Community Survey; Clarion Associates

*Includes American Indian/Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiians/Pacific Islander, Other, and Two or more race responses.

Source: US Census Bureau 5-year American Community Survey

Source: US Census Bureau 5-year American Community Survey; Clarion Associates

POPULATION & DEMOGRAPHICS MARCH 2017


AGE

AGE COMPOSITION COMPARISONS: 2000 & 2014

Manitou Springs El Paso County Colorado Median Age, 2000 41.2 33.0 34.3 Median Age, 2014 44.7 33.6 36.2 % Under 18, 2000 18.6% 27.6% 25.6% % Under 18, 2014 14.3% 25.6% 23.8% % 65+, 2000 10.3% 8.7% 11.8% % 65+, 2014 12.8% 10.7% 9.7%

HOUSEHOLD COMPOSITION

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MANITOU SPRINGS POPULATION BY AGE GROUP

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Source: US Census Bureau Decennial Census & 5-year ACS

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Aging Population The percentage of the City’s population above age 60 grew at a much faster rate than the population as a whole—increasing 4.2% annually between 2000 and 2014 (compared to 0.3% for the total population). The median age of County and State residents is younger. Youths & Millennials The percentage of residents under 18 living in Manitou Springs declined since 2000, reflecting similar trends in the County and State. The share of residents between 20 - 29 years increased slightly between 2000 and 2014, suggesting Manitou Springs is an attractive place to live for this age group, commonly referred to as Millennials. Fewer Families with Children While the percentage of family households in the City dropped by just two percentage points between 2000 and 2014, the number of family households with children dropped by over 50%. Along with the statistics on residents’ ages, this, suggests that many of these family households are “empty nesters” in which children have moved away from home, or that households without children have replaced them.


Family Households: 51% Non- Family Households: 49%

Family Households: 49% Non- Family Households: 51%


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EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES • Manitou Springs Forward: A Vision and Planning Guide • Moving Forward – Pike Peak Area Council of Governments, 2040

Regional Transportation Plan

SOURCES • US Census Bureau Decennial Census (1990; 2000; 2010) • US Census Bureau American Community Survey (2010-2014) • Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG)

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Less than high school High school graduate

Some college, no degree Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree Graduate or professional degreeNote: Calculated for population over 25 only.

Source: US Census Bureau 5-year ACS

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Well-Educated Population Compared to the County and State, a larger percentage of Manitou Springs residents over the age of 25 received a bachelor’s degree or higher (47%) as of 2014. The City had a lower percentage of residents who had not received a high school diploma or equivalent; however that percentage has increased since 2000 from 3% to 5%. The high educational attainment of residents may explain why many work outside of Manitou Springs (88%), as the City tourism and services jobs do not typically require attainment a degree. Changing Needs of Population Past trends suggest that the proportion of older residents will continue to grow at a faster pace than the overall population. An aging population will mean that the City is likely to need more programs and amenities for older adults. In addition, specialized housing and additional services will be needed for residents who would like to remain in the community.

http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/library/documents/general/visionplan.pdf

http://www.ppacg.org/library/transportation/2040-moving-forward-update

http://www.ppacg.org/library/transportation/2040-moving-forward-update


LAND USE & BUILT ENVIRONMENT

EXISTING LAND USE Total Area: 3.14 square miles

Developed Area: 1.49 square miles (47% of total area)

Annexations: The municipal boundary of Manitou Springs has increased by just over 1 acre since 2000.

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

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EXISTING LAND USE, BY PARCEL

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Total Area: 1,638.3 acres

Source: City of Manitou Springs

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Residential Uses A City-wide inventory conducted by staff in summer 2015 found that 35% of the City’s land area is dedicated to residential uses, the largest land use in Manitou Springs.

Tourism-Related Uses Tourism-related uses on large undeveloped sites, such as the Cliff Dwellings and Cog Railway, comprise much of the City’s commercial acreage.

Building Permits Alterations, additions, and/or remodels of existing structures have been the predominant type of development in the City since 2000, and accounted for 99% of all residential building permits. Only 1 commercial building permit was issued in 2015. This trend is likely to continue as sites for new construction become scarcer. Redevelopment will continue to be the predominant form of development.

Source: Pikes Peak Regional Building Dept.

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Zoning of Vacant Land: The majority of vacant land is zoned Hillside Low-Density Residential (HLDR). Of the 336 vacant acres, only 8.9 acres is unconstrained and is zoned for Low Density Residential development.

ADOPTED CODES & REGULATIONS Zoning: The City of Manitou Springs Zoning Code (Title 18 of the Municipal Code) contains ten zoning districts, each with a specific set of requirements and development regulations. The Zoning Code is enforced by the City’s Planning Department.

Building: Title 15 of the Municipal Code adopts the 2011 Pikes Peak Regional Building Code by reference. The building code is enforced by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department (PPRBD).

Fire: Title 15 of the Municipal Code adopts the 2003 International Fire Code and Standards by reference.

Floodplain: The City’s floodplain development regulations are enforced through the PPRBD, which acts as the City’s floodplain administrator. The current code allows development within floodplains, provided the structure is built 1 foot above the base flood elevation (and meets other requirements for non-residential structures).

SPECIAL LAND USE DISTRICTS & DESIGNATIONS Historic District: Manitou Springs’ Historic District covers approximately 456 acres. All new development, and most alterations, renovations and other projects within this area must be reviewed by the City’s Historic Preservation Commission and meet the Historic District Design Guidelines.

Urban Renewal Area (URA): The purpose of the URA is to address blight conditions and promote redevelopment within the URA area, located along

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MANITOU SPRINGS VACANT LANDS, 2016

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Vacant, constrained

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Limited Growth Opportunities While there is approximately 335.7 acres of vacant land in the City, much of this land is constrained by topography and access limitations, or is located within areas at high risk of natural hazards, such as wildfire and flooding. Moving forward, the City and community will need to balance the need for new growth and development with hazard mitigation in order to reduce the vulnerability to hazard risk. Land use tools and regulations can help limit risk by requiring mitigation best practices, or limiting development in hazardous areas.

Building Code Enforcement The City’s building code is enforced by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department (PPRBD). However, PPRBD only inspects newly constructed buildings, not those that have been remodeled or undergone a change of use. PPRBD will conduct inspections of existing structures for building code violations only at the request of the City. While such an arrangement means that the City does not need its own building inspectors, it does mean that the City has less direct control over enforcement of existing codes.

Total Vacant: ~336 acres

Source: El Paso County Assessor; Clarion Associates

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Manitou Avenue east of the Highway 24 interchange. The Urban Renewal Area is overseen by a URA Board, which has a variety of tools at its disposal to promote redevelopment in the area, as allowed under state law.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES City of Manitou Springs: The Manitou Springs Planning Department is responsible for reviewing site and subdivision plans, and enforcing the Zoning Code, Subdivision Code, Sign Code, and Historic Preservation regulations.

Manitou Springs Planning Commission: The Planning Commission is a 7-member panel that approves variances and minor subdivision applications and provides recommendations to City Council on conditional use permits, subdivisions, and major developments. In addition, state laws authorize the Planning Commission to oversee the development of a comprehensive master plan for the City.

Pikes Peak Regional Building Department (PPRBD): Building permits for new construction, major remodels, and most home improvement projects in Manitou Springs are issued by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department, which is responsible for regulating construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy of all buildings and structures in zoned areas of El Paso County. PPRBD also serves as the region’s floodplain administrator, implementing the Floodplain Code of the Regional Building Code (Section RBC313).

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES • Manitou Springs Forward: A Vision and Planning Guide - 2012 • Manitou Springs East Corridor Urban Renewal Plan – 2006 • Historic District Design Guidelines - 2009

SUPPORTING MAPS Existing Land Use Current Zoning Historic Districts

Housing Inventory Development Constraints

SOURCES City of Manitou Springs Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Clarion Associates

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Urban Renewal Area (URA) The City’s Urban Renewal Area is approximately 13 acres and is relatively unconstrained by topography or high hazard risk, however, nearly one third of the site is within a floodplain. This area represents an opportunity for the City and community to meet many of their land use-related goals, including housing, retail, and commercial services.

Community Master Plan Plan Manitou includes the City’s first Future Land Use Plan. This tool will help the City and community express a vision for the types of land uses and developments they would like to see in different parts of the City in the future, and help guide changes to zoning codes.

http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/library/documents/general/visionplan.pdf

http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/library/documents/general/planning/ura_urban_renewal_plan.pdf

http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/library/documents/general/historic_district_design_guidelines.pdf


HOUSING

HOUSEHOLDS AND HOUSING UNITS HOUSEHOLD CHANGE, 2000-2014

Change 2000-2014 Description 2000 2010 2014 Total# Ann.%

Households 2,422 2,504 2,598 176 0.5%

Housing Units 2,638 2,796 2,957 319 0.8%

Vacant Units 216 291 359 --- ---

Vacancy Rate 8.2% 10.4% 12.1% --- ---

Vacant units: The percent of vacant units in Manitou has increased from 8.2 percent in 2000 to 12.1% in 2014.

RECENT GROWTH

Source: Pikes Peak Regional Building Department

Housing permit trends: An average of 14 new housing units and 367 residential alterations were permitted annually from 2000 to 2015. However, between 2008 and 2015, this number decreased to an average of around 6 units annually.

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Household Growth The number of households in Manitou Springs has grown by a small but steady rate over the past 15 years, adding 176 households since 2000. The rate of new housing development in the City has decreased since 2007 to less than 10 units permitted per year.

Impacts from Natural Hazards Over 40% of the City’s residential structures recorded in the City’s 2015 housing inventory (structure may include multiple units) were located in areas at high risk for geologic, wildfire, or flood related hazards. These hazards not only threaten the integrity of residential structures during a natural disaster, but can lead to dangerous conditions for occupants following the disaster if the structures are not properly repaired (e.g., remediation of mold due to flood damage, etc.)

Source: US Census Bureau 5-year American Community Survey; Economic & Planning Systems

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HOUSEHOLD CHARACTARISTICS

MANITOU SPRINGS AVERAGE HOUSHOLD SIZES, 2014

Overall Owner-

Occupied Renter-

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Non-Family

Manitou Springs 1.97 2.20 1.68 2.67 1.25

El Paso County 2.62 2.67 2.52 3.16 1.28

Colorado 2.54 2.60 2.44 3.13 1.33

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MANITOU SPRINGS TENURE BY HOUSEHOLD TYPE 2000 AND 2014

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Ownership Comparison Manitou Springs had a slightly higher percent of owner occupied units than renter occupied units in 2014. The percent of owner occupied units has increased slightly from 2000, rising from 54.8% to 56.0% in 2014. At 44%, Manitou Springs had a higher rate of renter occupied units than El Paso County (36.8%) and Colorado (35.2%) in 2014. In both years, family households were more likely to own their homes than non-family households, who made up the majority of renters in both years.

Household Sizes Household sizes in Manitou Springs tended to be smaller than those in El Paso County and Colorado in 2014. Non-family tended to be smaller, on average, than other household types in the City. The size of household largely reflects the availability of housing types that can support larger family sizes. In 2014, 57% of the City’s housing stock had 2 bedrooms or fewer, compared to 34% and 39% of the housing stock in El Paso County and Colorado, respectively. As such, families looking for a home with more than two bedrooms will likely struggle to find housing in Manitou Springs.

Source: US Census Bureau; Decennial Census & 5-year American Community Survey

2000 2014 54.8%

45.2% 56.0%

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Source: US Census Bureau: 5-year American Community Survey

Source: US Census Bureau; Decennial Census & 5-year American Community Survey

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MANITOU SPRINGS MEDIAN HH INCOMES, 1980 - 2014 1980 1990 2000 2010 2014

Nominal2 $13,270 $25,238 $40,514 $52,109 $51,628

Real3 $38,125 $45,713 $55,698 $56,573 $51,628

Poverty: The percent of households below the poverty level has increased by 3 percent since 2000 to 7.7% in 2014, consistent with percent increases for El Paso County and Colorado over this same period.

HOUSING INVENTORY US CENSUS: UNITS IN STRUCTURE, 2014

Units in Structure Manitou Springs El Paso County Colorado Single Family Detached 62.9% 66.3% 62.9%

Single Family Attached 3.0% 7.9% 7.0%

Duplex 13.4% 1.4% 1.8%

3 to 4 Units 7.5% 3.8% 3.3%

5 to 9 Units 7.9% 4.0% 4.7%

10 to 19 Units 2.8% 4.9% 5.9%

20 or More Units 1.3% 8.2% 10.2%

Other 1.1% 3.4% 4.3%

CITY INVENTORY, 2015

Units in Structure Manitou Springs Single Family Detached 68.6%

Single Family Attached 5.0%

Duplex 6.1%

3 to 4 Units 6.2%

5 to 9 Units 5.0%

10 to 19 Units 4.3%

20+ Units 1.8%

Other 3.0%


Principal units make up 92% of inventory while Accessory units make up the remaining 8%.

Source: City of Manitou Springs Land Use and Housing Inventory

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Changes in Household Incomes Although the median household income in the City has grown by over $38,000 between 1980 and 2014, these gains are considerably lower ($13,500) once adjusted for changes in inflation. The median household income decreased between 2010 and 2014. This decline in median incomes may be explained in part due to stagnating wages. However, given that many residents are above retirement age, this drop could reflect a growing number of retired/non-working households who depend on fixed incomes.

Mix of Housing Types While a majority of homes in Manitou Springs are single family detached units, the City had a greater share of units within structures with 2 to 9 units compared to El Paso County in 2014. The City has a lower percentage of larger multifamily buildings (greater than 10 units per structure) than the County. Manitou Springs performed its own housing inventory in 2015, finding a higher share of single family structures and a lower share of duplexes and multifamily than data from the U.S. Census. While the inventory brings the number of single family units more in line with the El Paso County figures, it shows fewer multifamily units.

2. Median household incomes not adjusted for inflation 3. Median household incomes adjusted for inflation (shown in 2014-equivalent dollars)

Source: US Census Bureau

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HOUSING VALUES & RENTS

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Older Housing Stock Manitou has a considerably higher percentage homes built before 1939 than the County or State. Many of these older homes were built for seasonal occupancy and may lack proper heating and insulation for energy efficiency.

Home Prices & Diversity According to the Pikes Peak Association of Realtors, the average sale price of a home in Manitou Springs was $304,801 in 2015. The average was over $64,000 higher than the El Paso County average of $240,000 in 2015. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 70% of homes in the City were valued at $200,000 to $500,000 in 2014. Manitou Springs had a lower percentage of homes priced under $200,000 than El Paso County and Colorado during that year.

Housing Values The City’s median home was valued at approx. $290,000, 35% higher than the El Paso County and 21% higher than Colorado. However, the median value of a home in Manitou Springs decreased between 2010 and 2014, from $339,700 (or $368,800, adjusted for inflation).



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MANITOU SPRINGS MEDIAN HOME VALUES, 1980 - 2014 1980 1990 2000 2010 2014

Nominal1 $48,800 $57,800 $175,300 $339,700 $288,500

Real2 $140,200 $104,700 $241,000 $368,800 $288,500

MANITOU SPRINGS MEDIAN GROSS RENT, 1980 - 2014 1980 1990 2000 2010 2014

Nominal2 $171 $340 $546 $676 $775

Real3 $491 $616 $751 $734 $775

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1. Median home values not adjusted for inflation 2. Median home values adjusted for inflation (shown in 2014-equivalent dollars)



1. Median home values not adjusted for inflation 2. Median home values adjusted for inflation (shown in 2014-equivalent dollars)


TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Gross Rents Median monthly rents in Manitou Springs were $775 in 2014, less than in El Paso County ($941) and Colorado ($969), an increase in both real and nominal terms from 2010. Rents in Manitou Springs are generally lower than those in the County and State. Close to half of all renter households paid between $750 and $999 (compared to 23% and 26% of renter households in the County and State). According to the US Census Bureau, no households reported paying more than $2,000 per month on rents in 2014, compared to 3% and 4% of renter households in El Paso County and Colorado.

Housing Cost Burden One of the most common ways to measure housing affordability is to divide a households monthly housing costs by their total income. If housing costs account for 30% or more of a household’s income, that household is considered to be cost-burdened. In all, roughly 26% of households were housing cost-burdened in 2014.

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AFFORDABILITY

HOUSING AFFORDABILITY FOR 2-PERSON HOUSEHOLD

Home Type Median

Price/Rent

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# of Households Below Affordable

AMI by Tenure For-sale $295,000 130% 688

For-rent $775 53% 543

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Cost Burden by Tenure Median monthly housing costs for homeowners in Manitou Springs were $1,700 in 2014, 5% more than El Paso County and 11% more than Colorado. 30% of owners with a mortgage are cost-burdened, slightly fewer than in the County and State. About 44% of renter households in Manitou Springs are cost-burdened, a smaller percentage than in El Paso County and Colorado.

Housing Affordability A household in Manitou Springs needs to earn approx. $75,000 annually to afford the median price of a home, well above the City’s median household income. A household in the City needs to earn approx. $31,000 annually to afford the median rent. There is a lack of housing available to households earning below 50% of AMI in the City.


Source: US Census; Pikes Peak Association of Realtors; HUD; Economic & Planning Systems


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Affordable Housing Program: The City of Manitou Springs participates in the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. Ten families are living in Manitou Springs with voucher assistance. If a household uses a voucher, the unit must meet size and fair market rent requirements. In 2011, Manitou Springs authorized the City of Colorado Springs Housing Authority through intergovernmental agreement (IGA) to implement Manitou Springs’ HCV program.

REGIONAL PARTNERS Colorado Springs Housing Authority El Paso County Economic Development Division Greccio Housing

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES Affordable Housing Needs Assessment – El Paso County and

Colorado Springs (2014)

SUPPORTING MAPS Existing Land Use

Housing Inventory

Development Constraints

SOURCES City of Manitou Springs; Land Use & Housing Inventory Pikes Peak Regional Building Department US Census Bureau Decennial Census US Census Bureau American Community Survey (2010-2014) Pikes Peak Association of Realtors Economic & Planning Systems (EPS)


HISTORIC & CULTURAL RESOURCES

HISTORIC PRESERVATION National Register of Historic Places: The City has 3 Districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the Manitou Springs Primary Historic District, Crystal Valley Cemetery, and the Keithley Log Cabin District. The City also has 11 individually-listed properties in the National Register of Historic Places, including: the Barker House, Briarhurst, and Miramont Castle.

Local Historic District: The Manitou Springs Local Historic Districts were originally designated in 1980 and cover an area of nearly 456 acres, over half of the City’s developed area. The District includes more than 750 contributing structures, representing a range of architectural styles from the late 19th through the early 20th century. This local historic district includes many of the same areas that are a part of the National Register District, but provides the City with tools to protect and preserve the character and integrity of historic buildings and neighborhoods, such as the Historic District Design Guidelines.

Historic Sub-districts: The Manitou Springs Local Historic Districts are divided into 16 sub-districts to better define and protect the unique aspects of diverse neighborhoods and areas within the larger district. The sub-districts are:• Agate Hill • Cemetery • Cliff Dwellings • Commercial Core • El Colorado Lodge • El Paso Cottages • High Road • Log Cabin

• Lower Washington • Midland • Minnehaha-Pilot Knob • Peakview • Ruxton • Upper Washington • Villas • West Manitou

Grants and Programs: The City oversees a number of state and local programs which incentivize and encourage the rehabilitation of historic properties. These include: • Local Grants: The City has awarded 8 grants of $500 each to local

property owners since 2014. • State Tax Credit: The City oversees applications for the State’s

Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program for residential properties. To date, 11 tax credit projects have been completed.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Historic Preservation Program Manitou Springs has an active historic preservation program overseen by a Council-appointed Historic Preservation Commission. Alterations to existing buildings or new construction within the City’s Local Historic District are informed by the City’s Historic District Design Guidelines, last updated in 2009.

Threats from Natural Disasters While the threat varies by risk, many of the historic structures in Manitou Springs are located in areas of high natural hazard risk. For example, much of the Commercial Core and West Manitou historic sub-districts are located within the Fountain Creek flood plain.

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• State Historical Fund: The State Historical Fund awards grants to projects across the State for restoration/rehabilitation, surveys and architectural assessments, and preservation planning studies, among other activities. Since 2000, Manitou Springs has received 18 grants from the Fund, totaling over $1.4 million. Projects (and grants awarded) include: o Manitou Bath House & Spa ($515,750 awarded) o Canon and Park Ave Bridges ($292,273 awarded) o Manitou Springs Public Library ($186,671 awarded)

CULTURAL RESOURCES Prehistory: Prehistoric tribes camped in and around Manitou Springs for over 11,000 years. These cultures are divided into Paleoindians (7,800 to 11,500 Before Present); Archaic (1,850 to 7,800 BP); and Late Prehistoric (100 to 1450 AD).

Location of Cultural Resources: While the historic settlement of the City is well documented, the City’s prehistory is difficult to inventory due to the urban development that covers the majority of the City’s land area. However, given that humans have inhabited the area for thousands of years, the City is a high probability area for encountering cultural resources. As such, the City should practice due diligence when earth-moving projects are conducted in order to record and preserve exposed resources.

Significance to American Indians: The federal government recognizes 12 historic tribes that have Sacred and Traditional Cultural Properties surrounding Pikes Peak. Oral traditions list the City’s Mineral Springs as Sacred, and the area was considered to be a neutral one where different tribes could rest in peace.

ARTS & CULTURE Creative District: The City has formed a Creative District and Board, and will continue to seek official support from the State’s Colorado Creative Industries. This designation will provide the Creative District with access to technical assistance, access to funding through the State’s Office of Economic Development and community loan fund, and mentoring from other creative districts in the State.

Artists and Galleries: The City is home to 14 galleries displaying art from local artists working in a variety of mediums, including painting, culinary arts, glass, pottery/ceramics, textiles and woodwork, among many others.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Historic Bridges & Retaining Walls Flooding poses a risk to the City’s 15 historic bridges and numerous retaining walls along Fountain and Ruxton Creeks. To maintain their historic designation, the bridges and walls must be maintained in accordance with the City’s historic standards. A 2009 study estimated that at least $2.5 million in replacements or repairs were required to ensure the proper maintenance of these assets. A 2015 study identified additional needs following the floods in recent years. In 2016, bridge repairs and reconstruction are planned for the Canon Avenue and Park Avenue bridges. The Brook Street and Spring Street bridges have been severely damaged and will be replaced.

Historic & Cultural Organizations Numerous local non-profit organizations work to support history, arts, and culture in the City. These include: • Manitou Arts Center • Manitou Springs Arts Council • Commonwheel Artists

Cooperative • Manitou Springs Creative

District Steering Committee • Manitou Springs Heritage

Center • Miramount Castle • Mineral Springs Foundation

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ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES City of Manitou Springs: As a Certified Local Government, Manitou Springs is required to enact and enforce a historic preservation program; establish a historic preservation commission; maintain a system for surveying and inventorying historic properties; provide opportunities for public participation in historic preservation efforts; and review and comment on nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. Local designation of districts and landmarks is different from listing on the National Register, as local designation allows the City to regulate construction, renovations, and additions to designated structures or to non-designated structures within a historic district. These regulations are administered by the Manitou Springs Planning Department.

Historic Preservation Commission: The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is a 7-member citizen board that is broadly tasked with protecting the City’s historic resources. The HPC reviews applications for Material Change of Appearance Certifications (MCACs) and verifies that improvements to historic, contributing, and proposed infill structures in local historic districts are consistent with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior Standards and the City’s Historic District Design Guidelines.

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES • Manitou Springs Historic District Design Guidelines (2009) – City

of Manitou Springs • Historic Structures Assessment Report for City of Manitou Springs

Historic Stone Bridges and Retaining Walls (2009) – City of Manitou Springs

SOURCES • City of Manitou Springs • National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service • Manitou Springs Arts Council • Mineral Springs Foundation



http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/library/documents/general/Historic_Structures_Report.pdf





ECONOMY

EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT GROWTH

2002 2014 Overall % Change

Annual % Growth

Manitou Springs 1,138 1,230 8% 0.7% El Paso County 217,473 237,344 9% 0.7% Colorado 2,072,701 2,366,928 14% 1.11%

Source: US Census Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics

Tourism Economy: Manitou Springs’ economy is driven mainly by tourism-related businesses. In 2014, the largest sectors were: accommodations and food service; retail trade; and arts, entertainment, and recreation. Jobs in the accommodations and food services industry accounted for over 40% of all City jobs.

EMPLOYMENT CHANGE IN TOP 3 INDUSTRIES Change 2002-2014

NAICS Classification 2002 2014 Total # Ann# Ann% Accommodation and Food Services

433 526 93 8 1.6%

Retail Trade 205 169 -36 -3 -1.6%

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation

24 99 75 6 12.5%

All Others 476 436 -40 -3 -0.7% ALL SECTORS 1,138 1,230 92 8 0.7%


MAJOR EMPLOYERS Employers: The City has approximately 150 employers. The largest are:

Manitou Springs School District 14

The Broadmoor’s Pikes Peak COG Railway

TAT Enterprises (Garden of the Gods Trading Post, Manitou Outpost, Mountain High Gallery &

Gifts, Mountain High Sportswear)

The Cliff House Briarhurst Manor Emerald Fields Maggie’s Farm Adam’s Mountain Café PJ’s Stagecoach

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Employment Change Employment in Manitou Springs grew at an average annual rate of 0.7%, yielding 92 net new jobs between 2002 and 2014. El Paso County had a similar rate of job growth over the same period. The industries with the largest growth are associated with tourism: Accommodations and Food Services; Retail Trade; and Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation. These three industries added a total of 132 jobs over this period. Employment growth also occurred in Administration and Support Services, Health Care, and Transportation and Warehousing. However, most other sectors showed a decline, offsetting the gains made in the three tourism-related sectors.

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WAGES DISTRIBUTION OF WORKERS EMPLOYED IN MANITOU SPRINGS

& EL PASO COUNTY BY MONTHLY WAGE, 2014

Earnings Manitou Springs El Paso County $1,250 per month or less 47.9% 25.0% $1,251 to $3,333 per month 38.4% 36.3% More than $3,333 per month 13.7% 38.7%


COMMUTING PATTERNS COMMUTING PATTERNS, 2014

Location Pct. Of

Workers/Residents Where Our Workers Live Colorado Springs 51.9% Manitou Springs 18.2% Fountain 1.7% Security-Widefield 1.7% Cascade-Chipita Park 1.4% Denver 1.0% Woodland Park 1.0% Other 23.2% Where Our Residents Work Colorado Springs 64.1% Manitou Springs 11.8% Denver 4.0% Aurora 1.6% Pueblo 1.1% Other 17.3%


Out-commuting: Of the 1,905 City residents that are employed, 224 work in the City and 1,681 commute elsewhere.

In-commuting: Of the 1,230 jobs in Manitou Springs, 224 are held by residents and 1,006 people commute from other locations.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Wages Wages paid to workers employed in Manitou Springs were lower than the incomes earned by residents in 2014. The high percentage of lower wage jobs is likely attributable to the low average wages typically paid to workers in tourism and service-based industries. Combined with high housing costs, this helps explain why many people who work in the City do not live there. Commuting Patterns Over 88% of Manitou Springs’ employed residents commuted out of the City to work in 2014, and 82% of those employed in the City commuted from other locations. 224 individuals lived and worked in Manitou Springs, which equates to 12% of employed residents and 18% of the City’s labor force. Commuting patterns reveal the importance of Colorado Springs to Manitou Springs’ economy. Not only is Colorado Springs the largest source of employees for businesses in Manitou Springs, but the majority of Manitou Springs residents work in Colorado Springs.

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ECONOMIC ACTIVITY TAXABLE SALES & REVENUES, 2006 - 2015

Year Total Annual Sales Volume Base

Sales TaxGenerated Percent Change

2015 110,803,174 4,321,324 66% 2014 66,754,759 2,603,436 23% 2013 54,274,599 2,116,709 -2% 2012 55,377,802 2,159,734 1.1% 2011 54,790,079 2,136,813 3.8% 2010 52,801,163 2,059,245 6.9% 2009 49,374,621 1,925,610 0 .7% 2008 49,027,145 1,912,059 -2.3% 2007 50,198,667 1,957,748 7% 2006 46,931,455 1,830,327 -2.1%

Source: City of Manitou Springs 2016 Budget; Economic & Planning Systems

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE INVENTORY: MANITOU SPRINGS

AND METROPOLITAN STATISTICAL AREA (MSA)

Change 2007-2016 Type 2007 2016 Total# Ann.# Ann.%

Retail Manitou Springs 480,421 479,612 -809 -90 0.0% Co.Springs MSA 38,040,557 40,503,526 2,462,969 273,663 0.7% Office Manitou Springs 17,656 16,156 -1,500 -167 -1.0% Co. Springs MSA 27,332,510 28,661,617 1,329,107 147,679 0.5% Industrial/Flex Manitou Springs 32,483 22,651 -9,832 -1,092 -3.9% Co. Springs MSA 33,247,344 33,532,355 285,011 31,668 0.1%

Source: CoStar; Economic & Planning Systems

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Sales Tax Revenue City sales tax revenue can fluctuate greatly from year to year due to weather events and economic downturns. This is notable in 2013, when a series of flood events and alerts disrupted tourism activities. Since 2014, sales tax revenue has increased dramatically, in part due to two retail marijuana stores permitted to operate in the City. Commercial Growth The region’s supply of commercial real estate has grown at about 0.5% annually over the past 10 years, adding nearly 4.1 million square feet of commercial space. Over the same period, Manitou Springs has lost commercial inventory in all three categories. In particular, industrial/flex space has decreased by nearly one third, or nearly 10,000 sq. ft. Vacancy Rate The retail vacancy rate has been extremely low in Manitou Springs over the past 10 years, which suggests that the market may be able to absorb more retail space. MSA vacancy is about 5.7% higher than the City, with the only spike coming during the recession in 2009.

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Retail Rent Retail rents for Manitou Springs have fluctuated significantly from 2007 to 2016, while the MSA has remained relatively steady. Rents peaked during the recession and declined in 2013, likely correlating with flood events that year. Tourist Attractions There are a number of attractions for visitors to enjoy in Manitou Springs. Besides the City’s historic downtown and neighborhoods, attractions include the Cog Railway, the Incline Trail, the Mineral Springs, art galleries, and numerous special events held throughout the year, including Carnivale and the Emma Crawford Coffin Races. Major Events The City hosts numerous events during the year that bring thousands of people to shop, eat, hike, and enjoy all that the City has to offer. Continuing to provide a welcoming environment for event organizers and participants, while balancing concerns from residents, is a particular challenge. In response, the City hired an Events Coordinator to work with City departments to better coordinate the permitting process and to address impacts.

Source: CoStar

RECREATION & TOURISM

Visitor Numbers: The City’s economic health is largely dependent on its tourist destinations, which can attract hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Major attractions and events, along with attendance estimates (provided by the Chamber of Commerce) include:

Cog Rail Annual Visitation: 301,000 Incline Visitation: An average of approximately 270,000 people

each year since July 2013. Daily visitation can reach 2,966 people (recorded on July 3, 2015).

Cave of the Winds Annual Visitation: 167,000 (access from, but not within the City)

Pikes Peak Annual Visitation: 100,000 (cars)

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Garden of the Gods Annual Visitation: 500,000 (park is partially in Manitou Springs)

Commonwheel Arts and Crafts Festival: 9,000 attendees (3-day event)

Wine Festival: 3,000 attendees (1-day event) Emma Crawford Coffin Races: 10,000-12,000 participants and

attendees (1-day event) Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascent: 2,600 participants Carnivale: 5,000-8,000 attendees Cliff Dwellings Annual Visitation: 151,000 (2015)

Tourist “Season”: Visitation to Manitou Springs fluctuates, with most visitors coming to the City during the summer. Based on the City’s 2015 parking revenues, visits peak in July, and are above the year-round average during June, July, August, and September. Visitation is lowest in November, December, and January.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Urban Renewal Area: Established in 2006, the City’s Urban Renewal Area is primarily intended to eliminate blight and encourage urban renewal along the eastern end of Manitou Avenue, and is governed by an Urban Renewal Authority Board. Urban renewal authorities in the state are able to use a range of tools and incentives to implement the plan, such as acquiring and disposing of property, entering into redevelopment agreements, and tax increment financing.

El Paso County Enterprise Zone: El Paso County’s Enterprise Zone (EZ) program provides tax incentives to new and existing business for activities such as: making capital investments, hiring new employees, rehabilitating old buildings, and conducting research and development. The EZ extends the length of Manitou Avenue, and includes portions of Ruxton Avenue.

Business Improvement District: Formed in 2004, the Business Improvement District (or BID) operates by levying an additional tax on participating businesses located in the City’s downtown area and by using the revenue to make improvements to the streets and sidewalks; market the District; and sponsor events, among other activities.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Economic Development Roles & Responsibilities Responsibilities for economic development activities are jointly shared between the City and the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau. El Paso County also helps to promote economic development in Manitou Springs through incentive programs such as the Enterprise Zone.

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LOCAL & REGIONAL PARTNERS Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau Downtown Business Improvement District Manitou Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board Colorado Springs Business Alliance El Paso County Economic Development Division Manitou Springs Creative District Steering Committee Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES Manitou Springs East Corridor Urban Renewal Plan (2006) – City

of Manitou Springs El Paso County, Colorado – Economic Development Assessment

Team Report (2014) – U.S. Economic Development Administration

Manitou Springs Economic Consolidation Project (2010) – City of Manitou Springs

SOURCES US Census Bureau – Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics

(LEHD) City of Manitou Springs CoStar Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau Economic & Planning Systems (EPS)


TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY

ROADWAY SYSTEM There are approximately 40 miles of roadways in Manitou Springs. For planning purposes, roadways are typically assigned a functional classification which defines the role of the roadway in the community. Roadway classifications for Manitou Springs were assigned using Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Teller-El Paso County 911 (E-911) datasets.

Functional Classifications Each of the City’s four roadway classifications is described below and identified on the Functional Roadway Classification map.

Expressways. US Highway 24 is the only roadway classified as an expressway in Manitou Springs. It is characterized by its separated directional travel lanes, limited access via on- and off-ramps, and a primary focus on mobility. The only full interchange within the City is at the east end of Manitou Avenue where it travels under US Highway 24; however, US Highway 24 may be accessed via Serpentine Drive and Washington Avenue Bypass, as well.

Arterials. Manitou Avenue is the only roadway classified as an arterial in Manitou Springs. It provides connections to US Highway 24 and accommodates the City’s highest traffic volumes.

Collectors. The primary role of collector streets is to gather traffic from local streets and funnel it onto arterials. Examples include: El Paso Boulevard, Crystal Hills Boulevard, and Ruxton Avenue. Local. Roadways in this category are not intended for long distance travel, and are typically designed to discourage through traffic. In Manitou Springs, these streets provide a high level of access to the City’s residential areas. Examples include Lovers Lane and Prospect Place.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Funding and Maintenance Maintenance and funding for roadways in Manitou Springs is primarily the responsibility of the Street Division of the City’s Public Services Department. CDOT maintains and manages Manitou Avenue and US Highway 24.

Traffic Forecasts Regional traffic is forecast to grow at a faster rate than traffic in the Manitou Springs area. The Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) estimates that total travel volume in the region will increase by 50% by 2040, compared to about 20% on US Highway 24 and 10-15% on Manitou Avenue. However, fluctuations in traffic and congestion due to tourism and special events will continue to influence travel volumes, with highest volumes during the summer.

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TRAFFIC & CONGESTION

Manitou Avenue. by CDOT one-day counts in the 2014summer peak season show that overall traffic volumes of 15,000 vehicles per day (vpd) near Beckers Lane; 18,000 west of US Highway 24; 14,000 vpd at Deer Path Avenue; 11,000 at Ruxton Avenue; and 4,000 vpd at Cave of the Winds Road.

Although Manitou Avenue traffic volumes are within the intended capacity of a two-lane roadway with a center left turn lane, parallel parking maneuvers and heavy pedestrian activity at crossings between Pawnee and Ruxton Avenue add to congestion in the corridor, particularly in the downtown.

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Source: CDOT On-Line Transportation System

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Seasonal Variation: US Highway 24 Historical data from a CDOT continuous counter along US Highway 24 at Green Mountain Falls shows that between 2003 - 2014, average daily traffic in July is consistently about 40% higher than in January. Although traffic volumes along US Highway 24 corridor fluctuated somewhat during the same time period, summer traffic volumes increased between 2014 and 2016.

Manitou Avenue Traffic volumes along Manitou Avenue have remained relatively steady over the past 10-12 years. One-day summer counts in 2014 were comparable to counts in 2004.

Congestion Management The City has taken actions to manage traffic volume and congestion, including: initiating a year-round shuttle service; modifying the Mountain Metro route from Colorado Springs; and instituting a Residential Parking Program to help balance competing demands for on-street parking in Englemann Canyon and downtown.

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Source: CDOT On-Line Transportation System

Note: Data not available for all years in all locations



Ruxton Avenue. As with US Highway 24 and Manitou Avenue, traffic volumes along Ruxton Avenue are much higher during the summer. As shown below, average traffic on Ruxton is about 6,000 vehicles per day (vpd) in the summer and about 3,000 vpd during the off-season.

COMMUTING PATTERNS Number of Commuters: Over 88% of employed residents commute out of the City for work. 82% of workers employed in the City do not live in Manitou Springs, and commute from other locations. 225 individuals both live and work in Manitou Springs.

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Incline Closed (2014) Off-season (Dec. 2015) Summer (July 2015)

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Ruxton Avenue Several popular tourist attractions— the Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Manitou Incline, and Barr and Intemann trails, in particular—are accessed from Ruxton Avenue. Recent traffic counts show Ruxton Avenue carries about 6,000 vehicles per day during the summer and about 75% of this traffic is generated by corridor attractions. Off-season weekday counts taken while the Incline was closed in 2014 indicate average daily traffic on Ruxton was about 1,300 vpd. Ongoing efforts are needed to manage parking and traffic within the corridor and reduce impacts on area residents’ such as by encouraging and/or requiring shuttle usage to corridor destinations.

Commuting Patterns Most commuters traveling to Manitou Springs come from areas east the City. About 75% of commuting trips are less than 10 miles, indicating that many commuters are likely traveling from Colorado Springs. Around 14% of commuting trips are over 50 miles.

Source: Ruxton Avenue Use and Impact Study (2015)

Source: US Census Bureau, LEHD 2014



MODE SPLIT, 2014

Manitou Springs El Paso County

Car, Truck or Van 80.8% 87.7%

Transit 1.3% 0.8%

Walked 8.2% 4.1%

Bicycle 0.0% 0.5%

Worked at Home 9.4% 5.8%

Taxicab, motorcycle or other means 0.4% 1.2%

PUBLIC TRANSIT Mountain Metro: In 2013, Mountain Metro began a seasonal shuttle service in Manitou Springs between May and September, and year-round service began in May 2016. Routes servicing Manitou Springs include: Route 3 (year-round) –Service begins in Downtown Colorado Springs

and ends at Hiawatha Gardens (10 Old Man’s Trail) where passengers can transfer to Route 33 and Route 36. Adult fare costs $1.75.

Route 33 (year-round) – Service begins at Hiawatha Gardens and travels west on Manitou Avenue to the Ruxton Ave roundabout, up Ruxton Avenue to the Incline/Cog Railway, and returns to Hiawatha Gardens. This route operates with a reduced schedule during the off-season. Travel on this route is free.

Route 36 (seasonal) – Service begins at El Paso Boulevard near Beckers Lane, travels west on Manitou Avenue to the Ruxton roundabout, then returns along Manitou Avenue, turning north onto Garden of the Gods road, then east on El Paso Boulevard to Beckers Lane. This route is seasonal and only operates between May and September. Travel on this route is free.

PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE NETWORK Creek Walk Trail: The Creek Walk Trail is an off-street multiuse trail along Fountain Creek that provides a regional connection to the Midland Trail in the eastern part of the City. The trail is incomplete to the west, which limits its functionality as a transportation route, although is still serves as a recreational amenity. Opportunities to complete missing segments of the trail are being explored. Funding to complete additional phases has been committed through the regional transportation improvement program..

Source: US Census

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Method of Travel to Work The mode split for Manitou Springs residents (which reflects how residents commute to work) shows that the majority of residents commute by car, truck, or van. However, the percentage of County residents in this category ishigher. Manitou Springs had a higher percentage of residents who walked to work, although no residents commuted by bicycle in 2014.

Travel Times to Work In 2014, it took an average of 21.1 minutes for a Manitou Springs resident to commute to their place of work. This is a slight increase from 2010, when the average time was 20.4 minutes. As the region’s population continues to grow, it is likely that commute times will increase.

Transit Facilities In 2015, the City of Manitou purchased the Tajine Alami/Hiawatha Gardens site for a combined parking and transit facility. Opportunities for the reuse of the existing building and longer-term opportunities for the site are currently being explored.



Walkability: The downtown area is highly walkable, with wide sidewalks, bulb-outs at intersections, and multiple crosswalks. Other City streets are not as walkable. Many residential streets do not have sidewalks, and the steep grade and condition can make them difficult to navigate on foot.

PARKING The City’s public parking system has 817 spaces, including on-street parking (449 spaces) and off-street lots (488 spaces). More than half of these parking spaces are located in the downtown.

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Canon Lot 43 $1.00 for first 4 hours, $5.00 for the day

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Wichita Lot 85 N/A

Smischny Lot 41 N/A

Prospect Lot 41 Permit Required N/A

Barr Trail Lot 40 $20 per day, reservation only

24 hrs., 7 days a week

Hiawatha Gardens 120 Free N/A

Downtown: Manitou Ave, Canon Ave/Park Ave, 1st block of Ruxton (2 hour limit)

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hours 4-6, $3 each for over 6 hours

7 am to 8 pm summer, 7 am to 5 pm winter

Ruxton Ave Parking 131 $10 per hour 8 am to 4 pm, M-F

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Transit Ridership Between May and December 2016, ridership on Shuttle Route 33 reached 130,327. Ridership on Route 36 reached 35,999 between May and September 2016.

Transit Funding While regular transit services are provided by Mountain Metro (which receives funding from the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority), the City of Manitou Springs pays Mountain Metro to operate the City’s free shuttle services (Routes 33 and 36). Providing this service cost the City around $260,000 in 2015 and is expected to increase in 2017.

Seasonal Parking Patterns Based on 2015 parking revenue data, parking demand peaks between May and September, with the highest demand in July. Parking revenues are two to three times higher during the peak season than the off season.



Parking Authority Board (PAB): The PAB was established in 2009 to make recommendations regarding the acquisition, funding, construction and operation of parking facilities within the City. The mission of the PAB is to recommend the development of parking management solutions and improvements for business, residential, visitor and recreational users.

Residential Parking Program (RPP): The goal of the RPP is to increase the amount of on-street parking available to residents and their guests, while balancing the needs of others who desire to park along the street. The RPP has been implemented along Ruxton Avenue and residential streets adjacent to downtown.

Parking Management: Standard Parking (SP+) Municipal Services provides parking management services for the City. SP+ manages on-street parking; paid public parking lots in the downtown; the residential permit program; and issues parking tickets and collects fees. The program has helped to promote parking turnover in the downtown.

The City is continuing to address issues such as: balancing parking concerns from neighborhoods and downtown businesses and residents; identifying approaches to increase parking inventory; and implementing systems to improve wayfinding and provide real-time parking information.



PLANNED FUNDED FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS A range of transportation improvements are planned in the City to improve the condition of existing facilities; add new facilities; eliminate gaps; and improve mobility.

Project Name 2015 Costs Canon and Park Avenue Pedestrian and Drainage Improvements

$ 3.3 million

CreekWalk Trail - Phases III through VII $ 2.1 million

E. Manitou Avenue Pedestrian and Drainage Improvements

$ 2.4 million

Historic Bridges Repair and Restoration $ 200,000

Manitou Avenue: West End Pedestrian and Drainage Improvements

$ 5.0 million

Manitou Springs Citywide Sidewalks, Drainage and Utility Improvements

$ 1.2 million

Manitou Springs Transit Shuttle and Surface or Structure Parking

$ 650,000

Ruxton Ave. Pedestrian and Drainage Improvements $ 750,000

W. Colorado Ave. Reconstruction: 31st St. to US 24 $ 12.2 million*

Westside Avenue Action Plan: In the summer of 2012, the City of Manitou Springs, along with El Paso County, Colorado Springs and CDOT, began the Westside Avenue Action Plan (WAAP). The WAAP brought together stakeholders in each community to envision improvements to Colorado Avenue/ Manitou Avenue between 31st Street and the US 24 interchange in Manitou Springs. The study resulted in recommendations to remove one travel lane in each direction in order to create center turn lanes, sidewalks and bike lanes throughout the entire corridor. (www.westsideavenueactionplan.com)

WAAP Improvements: It is anticipated that construction on the Manitou Springs portion of the WAAP project will start in January 2017. Improvements include new pavement; new stormwater management system; sidewalks; undergrounding of overhead electric lines; a realignment of Fountain Creek; bike lanes; a grade separated crossing for the Midland trail at Fountain Creek; street lighting and a pedestrian overpass north of Columbia Street. It is expected that these improvements will help spur redevelopment in the City’s URA.

*Multi-jurisdictional project



LOCAL AND REGIONAL PARTNERS Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority Metropolitan Parking District Mountain Metro Transit/City of Colorado Springs Parking Authority Board

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES Moving Forward 2040 Regional Transportation Plan (2014) –

Pikes Peak Area Council of Government. Parking Plan Progress Report (2011) – City of Manitou Springs Residential Parking Advisory Panel Report (2008) – City of

Manitou Springs Parking Management Study (2007) – City of Manitou Springs Manitou Avenue Master Plan (1998) – City of Manitou Springs Ruxton Avenue Corridor – Use and Impact Study (2015)

SUPPORTING MAPS Functional Roadway Classification

Transit Routes and Parking

Transit Routes and Parking (Downtown)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Facilities

SOURCES CDOT US Census Bureau LEHD US Census Bureau American Community Survey (2010-2014) City of Manitou Springs


PARKS, TRAILS, OPEN SPACE & RECREATION

PARKS Existing Parks: The City of Manitou Springs owns and manages 12 parks: Soda Springs Park and

Pavilion Mansions Park and Pavilion Seven Minute Spring Park Deer Valley Nature Park Library Park Peakview Tot Park

Memorial Park Bill Bauer Park Mabel Willie Park Schryver Park and Pool The Fields Park Town Clock Park

Park Land: 30 acres, or around 0.5 acres per 100 residents in 2014.

Community Events: Soda Springs Park, Mansions Park Pavilion, Seven Minute Spring Park, and Memorial Park are available to rent and host numerous community events throughout the year.

TRAILS Existing Trails: The City of Manitou Springs maintains 30 miles of trails within City limits, including the Creek Walk Trail and Ute Indian Trail. In addition, the City maintains the Intemann Trail/Iron Mountain Open Space (located in El Paso County), and provides access and parking for the Barr Trail and the Manitou Incline.

Regional Trails: Regional trail connections include the Ring the Peak trails and the Creek Walk Trail along Fountain Creek. The Creek Walk Trail connects with the Midland Trail in El Paso County, which extends east past Red Rock Canyon and continues south of Old Colorado City to its terminus at America the Beautiful Park in downtown Colorado Springs.

OPEN SPACE Existing Open Space: The City has an active Open Space protection program. Recent acquisitions include:

Iron Mountain Open Space (with construction of the Intemann Trail in 2014)

Black Canyon Open Space near Garden of the Gods Dedication of the Ute Chief Gusher Park

Total Acres: Since 1995, the City has acquired approximately 300 acres of open space, including parcels located both within and outside City limits.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

POST Master Plan The Manitou Springs Parks, Open Space, and Trails Master Plan (POST) was adopted in 2016 and includes goals and actions for parks, open space, and trails, as well as the operation, maintenance, and administration of parks, open space and recreational facilities in the City.

A Draw for Visitors The City’s parks, open spaces, and trails are used by many residents, and also attract many visitors. The Manitou Incline is a particularly popular trail, attracting approximately 300,000 visitors since counters were installed in 2013.

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The City’s 1997 Open Space Plan recommended the preservation of 54 parcels in and around the City; 42 of these have been preserved.

Future Acquisitions: The City recently purchased the Voth property near Black Canyon, a 33.48-acre tract in the northern part of the City.

RECREATION Pool and Fitness Center: The City of Manitou Springs manages a pool and fitness center that was built in 1971. The Center provides fitness classes and recreation programs, and hosts the Manitou School District Swim Team and the Colorado Torpedoes, a youth swim club.

Attendance: Approximately 57,000 visitors in 2016

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Public Services Department: The Parks Division of the City’s Public Services Department is responsible for maintaining the City’s parks.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PARAB): The PARAB is a 7-member citizen board that works to ensure the implementation of day-to-day procedures that protect and maintain the natural environment of the City’s parks. The PARAB offers $500 and $1,000 grants to individuals and groups, respectively, to encourage local implementation of creative ideas and improvements to the City’s park, trail, and recreation system. The Parks Division provides staff support to the PARAB.

Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC): The OSAC is a 7-member citizen board created following the approval of voter initiatives in 1996. The Committee oversees implementation of the City’s Open Space Plan, including recommending potential open space acquisitions, developing criteria for open space acquisition, management and oversight of City open

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Funding & Budget The City’s Open Space Program began following the 1996 passage of two voter-approved initiatives allowing the City to raise funds to acquire open space. The program is funded through a 0.1% sales tax and 0.8 mils property tax, extended by voters in 2015. Between 2000 and 2015, a total of $1.48 million was generated. The annual budget for combined parks, open space and trails is approximately $500,000. Other revenues to support parks and open space come from City taxes, El Paso Blvd special improvements tax, event fees, and parking fees. Revenue goes toward maintenance, administration, repairs, debt payment, and professional services.

The Manitou Incline In collaboration with Colorado Springs, the Cog Railway, Colorado Springs Utilities and other stakeholders, the City developed a Site Development and Management Plan for the Manitou Incline in 2011. The Plan establishes Colorado Springs as the responsible entity for the site, and lays out a series of recommendations addressing site conditions, traffic, and environmental impacts, among other topics.


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space properties, and strategies for open space management. The City’s Planning Department provides staff support to OSAC.

Others: A wide range of partners work to acquire, preserve, or manage open space in the region. These include public agencies as well as non-profits, such as the Palmer Land Trust. The State of Colorado also provides grants and assistance to the local governments through its Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) program. The City obtained GOCO grants to help fund the acquisition of the Red Mountain and Iron Mountain open space areas.

LOCAL & REGIONAL PARTNERS El Paso County: Park Operations, Planning, and Recreation and

Cultural Services Divisions City of Colorado Springs: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) U.S. Forest Service Palmer Land Trust Trails & Open Space Coalition Friends of the Peak

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES Parks, Open Space and Trails Master Plan – City of Manitou

Springs (2016) Manitou Springs Open Space Plan (1997) – City of Manitou

Springs Red Mountain Open Space Land Stewardship Plan (2010) – City

of Manitou Springs Iron Mountain Open Space Land Management Plan (2013) – City

of Manitou Springs Manitou Incline Site Development and Management Plan (2011) –

City of Manitou Springs & City of Colorado Springs

SOURCES City of Manitou Springs Greenplay, LLC


NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

TOPOGRAPHY Elevation: Low – 6,170 ft.; High – 7,475 ft.; Range – 1,305 ft.

GEOLOGY Manitou Limestone: Sedimentary rock, known as Manitou Limestone, underlies much of Manitou Springs and the surrounding area. Known as a Karst formation, this limestone is the only remnant of a much larger formation that has since eroded elsewhere along the Front Range. Other rock formations underlying the City consist primarily of granite southwest of the Ute Pass Fault, and sandstone with some limestone northeast of the fault.

Faults: Two fault lines pass through or near the City: the Ute Pass Fault and the Rampart Range Fault. Neither is active or has indicated major movements in the past 750 thousand years. It is thought that the carbon dioxide gas found in the mineral springs migrates from deep within the Earth’s outer mantel to Manitou Springs by way of these two faults.

Soils: The most prevalent soil type is a mix of Connerton, followed by Fortwingate and Kutler-Broadmoor. These soils are predominantly loamy and well-drained, and tend to be susceptible to erosion from both wind and water. Other soils, particularly those located in the northern part of the City along Fountain Creek, do not drain well when fully saturated (during heavy rainfall, for example), increasing the potential for runoff and sheet flow.

Geologic Hazards: Geologic hazards in the City include landslides, rock fall, and other debris slides. While a small area of Manitou Springs is susceptible to landslides, over 20% of the City’s land area is susceptible to debris slides, stabilized landslides, or unstable soil (on steep slopes). 41% of the City is underlain with stable soil or bedrock.

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Steep Slopes Over half of the land area in the City is at a 30% or greater slope, which imposes limitations on development. Hazards and Risks While the landscape and natural environment of Manitou Springs provides a beautiful backdrop to the City, it also places the City at risk from natural hazards. Certain areas of the City are at risk from: geologic hazards, such as landslides or rock falls; flooding along the City’s streams and creeks; and wildfire, which play an important role in many of the ecosystems surrounding the City.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey, National Elevation Dataset

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CLIMATE Temperature: On average, July is the warmest month in Manitou Springs, with an average high of 85o F and an average low of 57o F. January is the coldest month, with an average high of 43o F and an average low of 18o F.

Precipitation: Annual precipitation is around 16.4 inches, with most precipitation falling during the month of August.

Snowfall: Manitou Springs receives 7.4 inches on average per month during the winter. The maximum recorded monthly snowfall over the past 10 years was 25.4 inches during February 2015.

HYDROLOGY Mineral Springs and Aquifer: Due to their susceptibility to erosion, the Manitou Limestone and other sedimentary rocks underlying the City form an aquifer, commonly known as a karst type aquifer, which supplies the City’s mineral springs through cracks and enlarged fractures. The head or high point of the aquifer is estimated at about 6,400 feet, and at one point included the cave system at the Cave of the Winds. Recharge to the aquifer primarily occurs where the aquifer host strata is directly exposed to stream flows in upper Fountain Creek (in West End of City) and in Williams Canyon.1

Watersheds: Manitou Springs is located in the Upper Fountain Creek sub-watershed, part of the larger Fountain Creek watershed. Both form part of the Arkansas River Basin.

Streams & Creeks: A number of streams and creeks flow through Manitou Springs, including:

Fountain Creek: flows south and east from its headwaters near Woodland Park, through Colorado Springs to its confluence with the Arkansas River in Pueblo.

Ruxton Creek: flows east from its headwaters near Pikes Peak to its confluence with Fountain Creek in near the intersection of Ruxton Ave. and Manitou Ave.

Sutherland Creek: flows north from its headwaters near Mount Arthur to its confluence with Fountain Creek, east of the intersection of Manitou Ave and US 24.

1 “Vulnerability of Manitou Spring’s Mineral Springs Aquifer and Williams Canyon Flood Channel Contributing Factors,” presentation to Manitou Springs City Council by Dave Wolverton.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Impacts from Wild Fires Recent wildfires in the area, particularly the Waldo Canyon Fire in 2012, altered many of the soils in the burn areas. The intense heat generated during these events created what are known as “hydrophobic” soils, or soils that repel water. During rain events, almost all of the water that falls on these soils will become runoff, adding to the volume of water that is travelling down the streams and creeks surrounding the City. During particularly intense events, this has the potential to exacerbate the City’s risk from flooding. Runoff can also lead to landslides and other debris flows in the burn areas. A 2012 USGS study found that debris-flow probabilities in watersheds impacted by the Waldo Canyon Fire ranged from 1 to 54 percent in a 2-year storm to 1 to 82 percent during a 25-year storm.



Floodplain: 193 acres of Manitou Springs fall within a 100-year floodplain (approx. 10% of the City’s total land area). An additional 19 acres fall within the 500-year floodplain.

VEGETATION & WILDLIFE

Vegetation Types: Plant-types found in the City tend to be a mix of broadleaf deciduous shrubs (such as Gambel Oak) in lower elevations and south-facing slopes, and taller evergreen coniferous trees (such as Ponderosa Pine and Douglas Fir) in higher elevations and north-facing slopes.

Ecological System Patches: Of the vegetation types noted above, the Colorado Natural Heritage Program (CNHP) identifies the Southern Rocky Mountain Montane Grassland & Shrubland (also known as Oak and Mixed Mountain Shrub) vegetation type as forming two notable ecological patches that run along the foothills of the Front Range. The northern patch extends from US 24 north to Palmer Lake, and the southern one from US 24 south to just west of Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. These two patches are notable due to their size, but show a large degree of anthropogenic impact. CHNP identified human population growth as the most serious threat to these patches.

Wildlife: Manitou Springs is home to a number of wildlife species, including black bears, mule deer, coyotes, foxes, mountain lions, great-horned owls, and red-tailed hawks. The City most likely does not contain any habitat suitable for federally threatened or endangered species; however, a number of species considered by CNHP to be rare and imperiled are known to be present in the areas surrounding the City.

Cave of the Winds Potential Conservation Area (PCA): In 2001, CNHP identified a ¾ mile area surrounding the Cave of the Winds as a Potential Conservation Area for the Townsend’s Big-Eared Bat. The bats’ roosting

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TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Habitat U.S. Geological Survey land cover data shows that the vegetation and habitats found in Manitou Springs are similar to those found elsewhere along the Front Range. Data from the Colorado Natural Heritage Program suggests that the habitats found in the natural areas in and adjacent to Manitou Springs are not of high priority for the long-term survival of the species and natural communities targeted by CNHP. However, CNHP ranks Oak and Mixed Mountain Shrub ecological systems as being “weakly conserved” statewide. This means that although there are plenty of healthy and intact patches of this ecosystem type across the State, these patches are not well protected from future threats (such as human development). While the majority of the City’s protected open space parcels fall within an Oak and Mixed Mountain Shrub patch identified by CNHP, these protected areas account for a small portion of the patch’s total size. According to CNHP, the minimum size for a well-functioning patch of this type is 5,000 acres; 20,000 acres is an optimal size. This underscores the importance of regional collaboration in the conservation of large landscapes.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey, National Land Cover Dataset



sites are not visited by tours of the Cave of the Winds, but CNHP notes that additional development of the cave system could impact roosts, which are highly sensitive to human disturbances.

LOCAL AND REGIONAL PARTNERS Local and regional partners working in Manitou Springs on natural environment issues include:

Fountain Creek Restoration Committee Bear Smart Committee Transition Town Manitou Environmental Citizens Action (MECA) Mineral Springs Foundation Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES The Fountain Creek Corridor Restoration Committee Master Plan

(2009) – Fountain Creek Restoration Committee The State of Colorado’s Biodiversity (2012) – Colorado Natural

Heritage Program Red Mountain Open Space Land Stewardship Plan (2010) – City

of Manitou Springs Iron Mountain Open Space Land Management Plan (2013) – City

of Manitou Springs Studies Relating to the Mineral Springs (2011)- City Manitou

Springs

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Habitat Restoration Projects The Fountain Creek Restoration Committee (FCRC) is a volunteer group that promotes collaboration to improve the native habitat and public access to and enjoyment of Fountain Creek. FCRC spearheaded a collaborative effort between City Council, State of Colorado Division of Wildlife, Trout Unlimited and others to generate $400,000 that was invested in Fountain Creek aquatic habitat improvements and bank stabilization work. Due to the severe flooding impacts in 2013, an updated assessment of the Creek is needed. Wildlife The City’s location adjacent to mountainous open space can lead to frequent encounters with wildlife. Black bears, mountain lions, and coyotes are notable larger mammals present in the area. In addition, the following rare and imperiled species are known to be present in the areas surrounding Manitou Springs: American Peregrine Falcon Ovenbird Townsend’s Big-eared Bat

(Corynorhinus townsendii pallescens)

Moss’s Elfin (Callophrys mossii schryveri)


INFRASTRUCTURE & SERVICES

WATER Service Provider: The Water Division of the Public Services Department provides drinking water services to Manitou Springs. Water system operation, improvements, and maintenance are funded through a Water Enterprise Fund.

Water Source: The City’s sole source of water is French Creek, part of the Cascade Creek-Fountain Creek sub-watershed. French Creek originates on the peak of Pikes Peak, and receives water from snow melt and rain runoff. The City also has an emergency connection with Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU), which can supply the City with water, if needed.

Source Water Protection: Since the City receives its drinking water from just one source, it must take great care to protect the quality of water in the French Creek watershed. To this end, the City has adopted a Source Water Protection Plan that includes a series of recommendations for protecting the creek from contamination. Much of the Source Water Protection Area identified in the plan is within the Pikes Peak National Forest,

Manitou Reservoir: The City also maintains Manitou Reservoir, which the City can draw upon when flows in French Creek are not sufficient to meet the City’s water demand. Due to intricacies of water rights, Manitou Springs is not allowed to replenish water taken from the Manitou Reservoir with water from French Creek, and must work a complicated exchange process using water allocated to the City through the Fryingpan-Arkansas project.

Water System: Water drawn from French Creek is piped nearly 3.5 miles to the City’s water treatment plant, which treated roughly 221,346,172 gallons of water in 2015. The entire system is gravity fed and does not include pumping stations.

Water Use: Customers receiving water from the City used an average of 0.606 million gallons of water per day (mgd) in 2015. Water usage peaks in summer, using as much as 1.235 mgd in 2015.

Water Supply: According to the City’s 2014 Source Water Protection Plan, the City’s water system has the capacity to produce up to 2.4 million gallons of potable water per day, much more than is demanded by users.

STORMWATER Service Provider: Stormwater services are provided by the Stormwater Division of the Public Services Department. Stormwater and drainage

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Aging Infrastructure Much of the City’s essential infrastructure was built over 100 years ago, which presents ongoing maintenance challenges. Age also makes infrastructure more susceptible to damage, as occurred to the City’s water line (which carries water from French Creek to the treatment plant) following the 2013 storms. A range of efforts are currently underway or are planned for the near future to replace and repair aging infrastructure, and to better assess its condition. Drought Preparedness The City Council has the right to impose one of four defined levels of use restrictions in the event of a water shortage. This typically occurs when the flow in French Creek is less than the City’s demand for water, and water from Manitou Reservoir must be used to meet demand. A restriction was last in place between July and October 2012.

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improvements are funded through the Storm Drainage Management Fund, and enterprise fund.

Stormwater Master Plan: The City has received Community Development Block Grant funding to develop a City-wide stormwater master plan. This project is estimated to begin in fall 2017.

System: The City’s stormwater drainage system is separated from its sewer system. Typically, stormwater and runoff enter the system through a storm drain inlet, and are discharged through outlets, primarily into Ruxton or Fountain Creek. Stormwater and runoff are not treated prior to discharge.

SEWER Service Provider: Sewer services are provided by the Sewer Division of the Public Services Department. Operation, maintenance, and improvements to the system are funded through a Sewer Enterprise Fund.

Wastewater Treatment: Wastewater treatment services are provided by CSU. A new service agreement between the City and CSU began in February 2016 and extends to February 2023.

ELECTRICITY & NATURAL GAS Service Provider: Electricity and natural gas are provided to the City of Manitou Springs by CSU.

Power Plants: CSU generates electricity from a variety of sources, including two hydro-electric plants located in Manitou Springs along Ruxton Creek. Together, these plants generate 6MW of electricity.

Energy Vision: CSU has a stated energy goal of providing 20% of its electricity through renewable sources by 2020. It currently provides just over 11% of its electricity from renewables.

OTHER UTILITIES Cable & Internet: A number of providers offer cable and internet services in Manitou Springs including Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink, and Exede.

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• City of Manitou Springs • Colorado Springs Utilities

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

Threats to the Water Supply The greatest threat to the City’s water supply identified in the Source Water Protection Plan was wildfire. A wildfire could impact the quality the City’s water supply by removing natural vegetation, and potentially decreasing infiltration of stormwater during a rainstorm. This could lead to increased erosion, which would pollute the City’s water source with increased amounts of sediment or ash. During heavy rain events, mudslides and debris flows could further impact water quality and even damage water infrastructure. The City is currently working with the U.S. Forest Service to decrease the threat of wildfire in the area. Conflicts with Wildlife Bears accessing residents’ and businesses’ refuse is a growing challenge in the City. In response, a citizen’s action committee was formed in 2015 to develop strategies to address this issue, including contracting with a waste removal provider that uses wildlife proof refuse containers. The City Council is still considering this issue.

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CITY FACILITIES City Hall: City Hall is located at 606 Manitou Avenue, and serves as the main place of contact between City staff and residents. The building also includes Memorial Hall, which serves as the primary venue for a broad range of public and community events.

Police & Fire: Both the Police and Fire Departments are located at 606 Manitou Avenue, next to City Hall. In addition, the Fire Department is proposing to build a new training facility near the Public Services site.

Public Services: Located at 101 Banks Place, the Public Services site includes the offices for the Public Services Department (Parks, Streets, Water, and Sewer Division) as well as equipment used by the department.

SUSTAINABILITY Solid Waste & Recycling: Solid waste removal, disposal, and recycling services are provided by a single hauler to all single-family dwellings, and multi-family dwellings of 7 units or less.

Solar Power: Manitou Springs was the first municipality in Colorado to power all of its City buildings using electricity generated from solar power.

Hydropower: As part of upcoming repairs, the City is considering adding an electric generator to the water pipe that brings water from French Creek to the water treatment plant. The turbine would generate about 237,000 kWh of electricity annually. This amount of energy is enough to power as many as 22 homes.

Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals: In 2007, the City Council approved a resolution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from municipal operations, as well as the larger community by 30% from 2005 levels by 2020. The resolution also states that the City “commits to ensuring all new buildings and developments can and will be carbon-neutral—generating or offsetting as much energy as they consume—by 2030.”

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES • City of Manitou Springs Source Water Protection Plan (2014) –

City of Manitou Springs • Manitou Springs Climate Action Plan (2008) – City of Manitou

Springs • Resolution Establishing Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets

(2007) – City of Manitou Springs • Colorado Springs Utilities 2015 Environmental Annual Report

(2015) – Colorado Springs Utilities

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES

City Facilities and Hazards Both City Hall and the Police and Fire Departments are located along Fountain Creek within the 100-year flood zone, and are evacuated each time a flood warning is issued. Other facilities, such as Public Services, the City’s reservoir, and the water treatment plant are in areas that are susceptible to wildfires. City Hall and Department Space Needs The City has evaluated potential sites and pursued funding sources for an alternate location for City Hall. However, both site and funding constraints make this option not viable at present. In 2016, City Council approved funding for a study to reallocate space in City Hall to better address department needs. In addition, the City will continue to pursue a possible alternate location for the Police Department. If substantial improvements are made to City Hall, the City may need to meet building code requirements for building in the floodplain.

http://manitouspringscityco.documents-on-demand.com/Document/85abc40e-d36d-e511-9795-001fbc00ed84/Resolution%203607%20(Greenhouse%20Gas%20Reduction%20Targets).pdf

http://manitouspringscityco.documents-on-demand.com/Document/85abc40e-d36d-e511-9795-001fbc00ed84/Resolution%203607%20(Greenhouse%20Gas%20Reduction%20Targets).pdf

https://www.csu.org/CSUDocuments/2015environmentalannualreport.pdf

https://www.csu.org/CSUDocuments/2015environmentalannualreport.pdf


MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE

BACKGROUND

Incorporation: 1876

Location: At the base of Pikes Peak with access from US Highway 24; 4 miles west of Colorado Springs and 12 miles east of Woodland Park

City Hall: 606 Manitou Avenue; Public Services Division: 101 Banks Place

2015 Population estimate: 5,4461Elevation: 6,358’

Value of new construction in 2016: $94,810

HISTORY The City’s founders took the name “Manitou” from the epic poem “The Song of Hiawatha” published by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1855. Derived from the Ojibwa or Algonquin language, Hiawatha's arrival is prophesied by a "mighty" peace-bringing leader Gitche Manito. This honors the area’s rich Native American culture and legend of the peaceful meeting between the Mountain Ute and other plains tribes to worship the Great Spirit.

In 1820, botanist Edwin James of the Long Expedition noted the mineral spring waters’ healing properties. British explorer and travel writer George Frederick Augustus Ruxton raised awareness of and romanticized the springs and the area in his writings, as well.

1 Source: State Demography Office

FACTS AT A GLANCE Governance Manitou Springs is a Home Rule municipality with a Mayor-Council form of government and City Administrator management. Six elected council members serve staggered, four-year terms, and the Mayor is elected for a two-year term. Council meetings are held at 6:00 pm at Manitou Springs City Hall, 606 Manitou Avenue, on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, with a standing Council work session on the 3rd Tuesday. Boards and Commissions • City Council • Planning Commission • Historic Preservation

Commission • Urban Renewal Authority • Parking Authority Board • Parks and Recreation

Advisory Board • Open Space Advisory

Committee

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gitche_Manitou

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General William Jackson Palmer, the founder of Colorado Springs, and Dr. William Bell, English physician, first visited the springs of Manitou in 1868. Both men envisioned Manitou Springs as a health spa and their vision led to the City’s development. They set out to create a spa resort to rival those in Europe. The town company was incorporated July 31, 1871, and soon Manitou became known as “Saratoga of the West.” Health seekers from across the country came to Manitou Springs to drink mineral waters and breathe pure mountain air. The town blossomed with elegant hotels, Victorian homes, and a thriving business district. Visitors enjoyed promenading throughout the commercial area and up Ruxton Avenue; trips to Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds, and Pikes Peak; and relaxing in the Manitou Bath House and Plunge Pool. The earliest bottled spring water was the Original Manitou Table Water and Original Manitou Ginger Champagne.

As the vision of an exclusive health resort evolved to a more inclusive and varied community, Manitou Springs continued to be a popular vacation

Early plan for Manitou Springs, 1872 Source: www.usgwarchives.net/maps/colorado



resort for generations of visitors. Today, it is in the center of numerous Pikes Peak area attractions, some over 100 years old. In 1983, Manitou Springs was designated a National Historic District. Its history is preserved in the Victorian downtown and its hillside neighborhoods. Manitou Springs is now a year-round community known for its lively festivals, cultural events, and recreational facilities and events, with a wide variety of accommodations, restaurants, shopping, and a flourishing art community. Ten mineral springs are restored and accessible to the public.

MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT The District is serving 1,488 students in 2016-2017. Enrollment capacity is 1,525 students. Student-teacher ratio is approximately 14 students per credentialed instructor.

School Number of students Ute Pass Elementary School 161 Manitou Springs Elementary School 469 Manitou Springs Middle School 351 Manitou Springs High School 507 Total Enrollment 1,488

Source: Manitou Springs School District, 2016

The State contribution to the District budget has been significantly reduced, with approximately 1.5 million dollars cut annually over the past seven years. In November 2015, voters approved a third mill levy override, generating a combined total of $3,700,000 annually. The provision includes a maximum assessed mill rate and the full amount is not collected until 2021. Despite these challenges, District administration continues to expand curriculum and extracurricular activities. In 2006, the District received an “Energy Champion” award from the Governor’s Office of Energy Management and continues to implement new sustainability practices. For the years 2013-2016, the District has been named a Gold Leader of the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program.

2016 CITY STAFF Department Full-time Employees

Administration 5 Finance 4 Planning 4 Police 16 Fire 6 Public Services 11

FACTS AT A GLANCE Number of City Employees 64 permanent, 6 term grant-funded Manitou Springs School District The District serves Manitou Springs; the towns of Green Mountain Falls, Chipita Park, and Cascade; and the Crystal Park and Cedar Heights subdivisions. Students from other communities can “choice” into the district on a space available basis. The choice population has increased from 30.9% in 2005-2006 to 43.4% in 2015-2016. Higher Education The region hosts approximately twenty educational institutions, including: • US Air Force Academy • University of Colorado-

Colorado Springs • Colorado College • Pikes Peak Community

College • Colorado Technical

University • Nazarene Bible College



Department Full-time Employees Storm Drainage & Flood Recovery 7 Aquatics & Fitness Center 4 Water 5 Sewer 2 Total Full-time Employees 64

CITY BUDGET The City’s budget has increased significantly since 2013. In 2013, the City suffered from extreme flooding, and subsequently received Federal Emergency Management Agency, Natural Resource Conservation Service and Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery grants to repair damages; mitigate potential future flooding; undertake master plans; and hire staff to oversee grant implementation. This work is expected to continue into 2019. Revenues from these grant awards are captured in the “Other Funds” category below.

General Fund expenditures have increased due to increased number of personnel; personnel wages, benefits, and medical insurance; training and travel; property/casualty insurance; increases in professional services expenditures; and project matching funds. The City funds an Urban Renewal Authority (URA) Sales Tax Increment Fund (TIF); 2013 payment was $33,092 and is budgeted at $614,500 for 2016. This increase can be attributed to two permitted retail marijuana stores located in this area.

Expenditures*

General Fund Other Funds Total

Initial Budget 2017 $8,629,125 $19,661,092 $28,290,217

Final Amended Budget

2016 $7,201,443 $8,728,577 $15,930,020

Actual 2015 $6,404,536 $3,647,463 $10,051,999

Actual 2014 $5,209,314 $4,291,420 $9,500,734

Actual 2013 $4,625,927 $4,564,484 $9,190,411

* Not including fund transfers

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Revenues Revenues to the City’s General Fund were $7.5 million in 2015, a 32% increase over 2014, and a 69% increase over 2011. Much of this increase can be attributed to the City’s increased stability following a series of disruptive natural hazard events from 2012-2013. City sales tax revenue can fluctuate greatly from year to year due to weather events and economic downturns. In 2015, sales tax accounted for nearly 49% of the City’s total revenue; in 2011 it accounted for 41%. 2016 Expenditures Overall, the City’s 2017 budget projects expenditures of approximately 28 million, an increase of more than $12 million from 2016. This reflects a substantial increase in the “Other Funds” category, which includes grant funding for transit service improvements, capital improvements and flood recovery projects. The highest value projects anticipated to begin construction in 2017 are: Park and Canon Avenue bridge rehabilitation projects; Raw Waterline; Peakview waterline; and Williams Canon Phase III. General fund expenditures are projected to increase by 1.3 million, and include City matching funds for these large projects.



DEPARTMENT EXPENDITURES, 2016

Department Expenditure % of Total

Legislative (City Council) $283,375 4.8%

Judicial $73,325 1.2%

Administration $480,670 8.2%

Finance $394,282 6.7%

Planning $309,548 5.2%

Police $1,424,415 24.2%

Fire $873,400 14.8%

Code Enforcement $13,316 .2%

Public Services (Parks and Streets) $1,040,213 17.6%

Swimming Pool & Fitness Ctr 394,125 6.7%

Parking Enforcement $528,890 9.0%

TOTAL 5,896,862


TAX STRUCTURE AND RATE

Property Tax Rate/per $1,000 valuation

City 12.246

County 7.869

School District 52

Manitou Springs Metro (Downtown parking) 0.44

Southeast Colorado Water Conservation District 0.941

Pikes Peak Library District 3.857

LOCAL NON-PROPERTY TAXES

Non Property Tax Retail Sales Lodging

Manitou Springs 3.90% 2.0%

El Paso County 1.23%

State 2.90%

Regional Transit Authority 1.00%

TOTAL 9.03% 2.0%

FACTS AT A GLANCE Emergency Services The Manitou Springs Police Department, Manitou Springs Fire Department, and El Paso County Sheriff’s Department respond to and manage emergencies that occur within the City limits. 911 emergency communications is provided by the El Paso-Teller County E911 Authority. The website is available to register cell phones for the El Paso County Reverse 911 system: www.elpasoteller911.org Fire Insurance Classification: 5 National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating: 7 (15% discount for structures located in a special flood hazard area) Adopted Building Code: 2011 Edition of the Pikes Peak Regional Building Code Adopted Fire Code: 2003 International Fire Code (IFC) Assessed Values Residential: 7.96% Commercial: 29%

Source: City of Manitou Springs, 2016

Source: City of Manitou Springs, 2016.

http://www.elpasoteller911.org/



VALUE BY USE CODE CATEGORY

Property Type Assessed Market

Vacant $2,313,480 $7,976,912

Residential $42,222,530 $530,438,369

Commercial $15,790,340 $54,449,188

Industrial $176,020 $606,965

Agricultural $7,080 $24,427

State Assessed $4,139,820 $14,275,242

TOTAL $64,649,270 $607,771,103

TAX REVENUE

TAX REVENUE, 2015

Type Revenue % of Total Revenue

Property $566,954 7.2%

Specific Ownership $77,200 1.0%

General Sales $3,830,000 48.6%

Auto Use $277,400 3.5%

General Use $101,025 1.3%

Amusement $535,000 6.8%

Lodging and Camping $217,500 2.8%

Telephone Franchise $15,000 0.2%

Cable TV Franchise $54,108 0.7%

Public Utilities Franchise $70,000 0.9%

Penalty/Interest $700 0.0%

TOTAL TAX REVENUE $5,744,887 72.8%


Source: Office of County Assessor, El Paso County

FACTS AT A GLANCE Sales Tax Trends City sales tax revenues increased due to two retail marijuana stores permitted to open in the City. The first opened in August 2014. Local, Regional, and State Partners • Pikes Peak Area Council of

Governments • El Paso County Health

Department • Pikes Peak Library District • El Paso – Teller County

E911 Authority • El Paso County Watershed

Collaborative • Fountain Creek Watershed,

Greenway, and Flood Control District

• El Paso County • City of Colorado Springs • State of Colorado

Department of Local Affairs



TAXABLE SALES VOLUME

Year Total Annual Sales Volume Base

Sales TaxGenerated % Increase from previous year

2015 110,803,174 4,321,324 66%

2014 66,754,759 2,603,436 23%

2013* 54,274,599 2,116,709 -2%

2012 55,377,802 2,159,734 1.1%

2011 54,790,079 2,136,813 3.8%

2010 52,801,163 2,059,245 6.9%

2009 49,374,621 1,925,610 0 .7%

2008 49,027,145 1,912,059 -2.3%

2007 50,198,667 1,957,748 7%

2006 46,931,455 1,830,327 -2.1%

Source: US Census Bureau 5-year American Community Survey; Economic & Planning Systems * Significant flooding in 2013


HUMAN SERVICE, FOOD ACCESS, HEALTH & WELL-BEING

A HISTORY ROOTED IN “WELL-BEING” The City of Manitou Springs’ origins are rooted in the themes of health and well-being; early settlers valued the mineral springs and the mountain air for their restorative properties. Today, the City is known for a holistic approach to well-being, which is reflected in the School District’s nurturing of student well-being within a community context; the City’s spas, yoga classes, and alternative health practitioners; and its many endurance events and athletic offerings. A range of volunteers and community organizations support a holistic approach that brings together physical and emotional well-being.

HEALTH INDICATORS Some findings from the recent El Paso County Community Health Assessment:

• Ozone: The air quality pollutant of most concern to the region, according to PPACG. Concentrations tend to be higher at higher elevations. Region is in compliance with federal standards.

• Carbon monoxide: Region exceeded federal standard in 1980s. Region plan was developed that has brought region into compliance.

• Chronic disease: The prevalence of hypertension and high cholesterol in the County has been rising, but the diabetes rate seems to have stabilized and may be decreasing.

• Food assistance: 9.4% of County households received food assistance; more than half included children, and nearly 1 in 5 was senior (2010-2014)

• Mental Health: Percentage of Colorado adults experiencing any mental illness in past year (2013-3014): 18-25 years = 21.1%, 26+ years = 17.3%.

• Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities: Deaths/100,000 population among 15-19 year olds decreased substantially between 1994 and 2014.

• Physical activity: 17.7% of County adults reported no leisure-time physical activity in the last 30 days; 17.1% for State.

• Poverty: 10.1-12.5% of County population lives in poverty; 16.6% of population under 18 lives in poverty (generally consistent with child poverty rate for State).

• Suicide: In 2014 Colorado had the 5th highest adult suicide rate in nation, and 6th highest for youth.

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES Regional Services Many health and human service providers are not located in Manitou Springs, but in nearby Colorado Springs. The City’s proximity to this large urban area means that there is a wide range of providers and services available. However, these services may not be easily accessible by residents who don’t drive or rely on public transportation. School District Services The Manitou Springs School District 14 provides a number of support services to students and their families including: • School psychologist/social

worker • Food bank (distributed 4,651

lbs. of food during the school year)

• Clothing closet • Sports equipment bank

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• Tobacco Use: About 18% of County adults smoked in 2014. In 2013, youth cigarette use (grades 9-12) was about 10%, a substantial decline from 34% in 1999.

• Weight/obesity: One of every two County adults is at an unhealthy weight; one of every five is obese.

HUMAN SERVICES

Silver Key: Silver Key is a primary provider of direct human services to senior residents in Manitou Springs (www.silverkey.org, 719-884-2350), including:

• Golden Circle Nutrition: provides lunches Monday through Friday to 60+ age residents at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

• Meals on Wheels program • Case management services and new Senior REACH program

Emergency food pantry and transportation. Area Agency on Aging: The regional Area Agency on Aging (AAA) operates under the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG), and serves El Paso, Teller, and Park Counties. Services include:

• Programs and support for caregivers • Retirement planning • Transportation services for seniors and persons with disabilities • Insurance assistance In addition, the AAA prepares and publishes a Directory of Services for Seniors and People with Disabilities, detailing the services provided to seniors in the region. The AAA also regularly prepares a 4-year plan to implement guidance it receives from the State Department of Human Services, in accordance with the federal Older Americans Act.

Support for Disabled Adults: Cheyenne Village in Manitou Springs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides services to adults with disabilities. Services provided by this organization include support plans for adults living independently, as well as supported living services. The organization operates the McLoughlin Lodge Apartments and Joslyn & Marshall group homes in Manitou Springs, in addition to facilities located in Colorado Springs.

Manitou Springs Restorative Justice Project: The Manitou Springs Restorative Justice Project started in summer 2006 and facilitates the

TRENDS & KEY ISSUES School Food Program The District hosts a range of programs to address students’ needs for food access and to promote healthy eating. These include: • Healthy Choices Menu: Menus

for school lunches and snack choices are thoughtfully developed based on healthy eating principles.

• Local Food: District students participate in growing greens and other produce at school.

Engaging Youth in Community Concrete Couch (www.concretecouch.org) is a non-profit organization that seeks to empower youth by engaging them in fun activities to develop community amenities and art, such as murals, furniture, sculpture, transportation infrastructure, giant puppets, and lanterns, and more. Concrete Couch seeks to build youths’ confidence, hope, self-esteem, and connection with community. Events include: annual lantern parade; music jams; second Saturday sustainable skill sharing event. The organization works with client organizations to design a suitable program and engages staff and volunteers to implement it.

Source: Health Indicators of El Paso County (presentation), El Paso County Department of Public Health, 2016

http://www.silverkey.org/



resolution of disputes following an offense. The program is sponsored by the City of Manitou Springs, the Manitou Springs School District 14, and the Manitou Springs Restorative Justice Council, and focuses on bringing together victims, offenders, and other affected parties to discuss and devise a plan to make things right. The program has helped to resolve over 150 cases, and participants generally have had positive impressions of the process.

HEALTHY FOOD ACCESS Direct Food Access and Resources: Manitou Springs residents can access the following food programs:

• Manitou Springs Care & Share Food Pantry at St. Andrews Church is open to Manitou Springs residents for shopping every Wednesday 1-2 pm. Proof of residency is required; non-residents receive a bag of pre-selected food.

• St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church hosts a community meal weekly after Sunday service

• Community Congregational Church provides food to individuals who have received a referral from Westside Cares on Fridays, 1-3 pm. Westside Cares is located at 2808 W. Colorado Ave., open from 9:30 – 12:30 M-Th, 719-389-0759, www.westsidecares.org.

• Seeds Community Café: Pay what you are able, 109 E. Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs (accessible by transit from Manitou Springs)

Famers and Local Food Markets and community gardens: There is strong community interest in expanding local food resources and access to them. Current resources include:

• Lu Style Local Goods: local, natural, and organic food and drink products, 112 Ruxton Ave.

• Manitou Farmers Market: Thursdays 3-7 pm, early July through early October

• Other nearby farmers markets in Old Colorado City (Saturdays) and downtown Colorado Springs (Sundays)

• Mansions Park Demonstration Garden • Flying Pig Farm: local farm that invites community participation • Community Supported Agriculture: eleven local families receive a

weekly basket of produce during the growing season from Arkansas Valley Organic Growers farms Zee Bird Demonstration garden.

Regional Food Policy: The Colorado Springs Food Policy Council advises Colorado Springs City Council and El Paso County Commissioners

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regarding policies, programs, operations, and land use rights affecting local food issues. Board includes seven members who must reside in El Paso County.

MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING Mental Health: There are several private healthcare providers in the community. To access public providers of physical or mental healthcare, residents must travel to Colorado Springs, where there are several providers located within five miles of Manitou Springs.

Aspenpointe: One of the region’s largest non-profits serving youth, individuals and families. Provides a range of services to promote physical and mental health and well-being, including mental health services for youth ages 0-18; case management; career development and education; crisis stabilization; substance abuse; and youth services.

Peak Vista Community Health Centers: Non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center operating a network of community health centers across the region, offering services regardless of ability to pay or insurance. Services include medical, dental, behavioral, pharmaceutical, audiology, pregnancy, well-child, refugee health, and Ronald McDonald Mobile Van (comes to Manitou Springs 2x/year). 84,000 individuals served annually across 27 centers.

El Paso County Public Health Department: The region’s accredited local health Department, with mission to “Promote and protect public health and environmental quality in the community through people, prevention, and partnerships.” Services include: infectious disease education, detection, investigation and control; family and child health; water and air quality testing; and Board of Health that oversees County health policy and budget

The County is participating in the State of Colorado’s “Ten Winnable Battles” campaign: (http://www.elpasocountyhealth.org/services/winnable-battles)Healthy Community Collaborative is a stakeholder group that’s creating an action plan to improve the health of El Paso County residents.

Mental Health Resources:

• Colorado Crisis and Support Line: 844-493-TALK • Aspenpointe non-crisis: 719-572-6100, Crisis line 719-635-7000,

www.aspenpointe.org • National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK • National Alliance on Mental Illness: 719-473-8477 • Alcoholics Anonymous Colorado Springs: 719-573-5020

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• Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention: 719-573-7447

ACTIVE LIVING The City has a range of public and private services and facilities which provide services and programming in support of active living:

• Manitou Pool and Fitness Center hosts numerous classes for residents, City staff and families, including mobility impaired individuals. Employee fitness class offered twice weekly. http://www.manitoupool.com

• Manitou Springs Library provides extensive programming to support healthy, active living across all age groups http://library.ppld.org/manitou-springs-library

• Numerous City open spaces, hiking trails and parks: view map at http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/library/images/photos/planning/US24_MAS-OSAC_060925_.jpg

• Manitou Incline is an extremely steep, one-mile trail for advanced hikers. www.manitouincline.com

The City hosts numerous private practitioners that offer yoga classes, spa services, and alternative/holistic health services.

SCHOOL DISTRICT SERVICES Manitou Springs School District 14 (MSSD 14): The Manitou Springs School District 14 (MSSD14) operates three schools within City limits: Manitou Springs Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. The District also operates the Ute Pass Elementary School in Chipita Park. The District embraces the Whole School, Whole-Child, Whole Community approach, which includes ten integrated components that help youth, family, and community to support student health in a holistic manner, and further enable learning and development. The District’s Partners for Healthy Choices partnership engages over twenty specific local, regional, and statewide partners. Students, staff, and community partners come together on a monthly basis through a multi-faceted approach to put the principles into action. The organization’s “1000’s of points of contact” approach helps prevent kids from falling through the cracks. In addition, there is a designated Wellness Team in every school building.

Enrollment: MSSD14 student enrollment in the fall of 2016 is 1488 students. Although District enrollment has grown overall since 2000, enrollment has declined from its peak of 1,510 students in 2011.

Graduation Rates: During the 2010/2011 school year, 93.9% of high school students graduated in 4-years; the graduation rate declined to 84.3%

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during the 2014/2015 school year. MSSD14’s 2015 graduation rate was higher than for school districts in El Paso County (75.7%) and Colorado (77.3%).

Free and Reduced-Cost Meals: Approximately 26.8% of District students qualified for free or reduced-cost school meals during the 2014/2015 school year.

HOMELESSNESS AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE There are no direct homeless services in Manitou Springs. MSSD14 provides support for students and their families that are experiencing homelessness. Regional service providers and resources include:

Springs Rescue Mission: Low-barrier homeless shelter, 5 West Las Vegas Street, Colorado Springs, doors open at 5 pm daily, 168 beds, lottery system, if needed. 719-966-1042

Colorado House and Resource Center: Safe, stable home environment for homeless families and individuals, 21 S. Wasatch Ave., Colorado Springs, 719-325-0100

Salvation Army Transitional Housing: 922 Yuma Street, Colorado Springs

www.homelessshelterdirectory.orgwww.pikespeakhabitat.org

Domestic violence resources: TESSA of Colorado Springs: domestic violence information and referrals, safehouse, victim advocacy, counseling: www.tessacs.org, 719-633-1462, crisis line 719-633-3819

• Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence: http://ccadv.org, 1-800-799-7233

• Womens Shelters in Colorado Springs: https://www.womenshelters.org/cit/co-colorado_springs

LOCAL & REGIONAL PARTNERS • Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging • HEAL Cities and Towns campaign • Manitou Springs School District 14 • St. Andrew’s Church • Silver Key • Community Congregational Church • LiveWell Colorado • El Paso County Public Health • Concrete Couch

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• Peak Living • Aspenpointe • Peak Vista Community Health Centers • Partners for Healthy Choices • Green Cities Coalition • Pikes Peak Library District

RELATED PLANS & STUDIES • Area Agency on Aging Region IV Area Plan (2015-2019) – Pikes

Peak Area Council of Governments • EL Paso County Public Health: Healthiest Cities & Towns

Challenge: Community Health Assessment

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