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City Matters After the Blue Wave: What It Means for Colorado Springs 2026 11 05
City Matters examines the election’s impact on Colorado Springs and what it could mean for the city’s next municipal race. Host Bill Murray and his panel…
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City Matters No Metrics, No Trust: The Real Problem With City Leadership 2026 10 22
Colorado Springs is heading into a mayoral race with no room for vague promises, and this conversation makes one thing clear: if you can’t explain your…
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City Matters Celeste Landry, candidate for Secretary of State for Colorado on Fair Elections and the Future of Voting in Colorado
Landry explains why she entered the race in the first placeIf you’ve ever wondered whether the people on your ballot really have the right ideas - or whether…
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City Matters The Data Center Fight Reveals a Bigger Problem: City Hall Isn’t Listening 2026 09 24
Data centers, trains, taxes, and utility secrecy — this panel shows how local decisions can quietly shape what you pay, where your power goes, and who really…
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City Matters Is Colorado Springs Utilities Running Amok? 2026 09 07
A hidden 100-megawatt data center plan, 300 missing text messages, and a public utility that may have been telling two different stories at once. If you care…
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City Matters Do Data Center really benefit a community? 2026 08 19
The stakes are bigger than one project. This episode gets into how developer influence, utility costs, and rushed approvals can leave residents paying the…
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City Matters City Decisions Public Questions Local Media 2026 08 12
Host William Murray leads a blunt conversation with Pam Zubek and Gary Casmir about what happens when city decisions keep resurfacing, public questions go…
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City Matters Ethic Laws Data Cent Controversies 2026 07 29
Join William Murray, a seasoned former city council member, as he delves into the complexities of ethics laws, data center controversies, and the rising…
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City Matters The Primaries are over 2026 07 17
Join us as we delve into the surprising rise of unqualified candidates, the impact of voter suppression and demographic shifts, and the dangerous influence of…
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City Matters Colorado Politics are a Changing 2026 06 24
We explore key topics like the transformation of Colorado’s party landscape—from the rise of unconventional candidates like Victor Marx and Scott Bottoms to…
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City Matters Political Parties in Colorado 2026 06 10
In a candid, data-driven conversation, Professor Bob Loevy shares insights on how the ballot initiative allowing unaffiliated voters to participate in…
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City Matters How Bad Data and Shifting Targets Skew City Utility Performance & Salaries 2026 05 27
We break down specific issues affecting everyday people: clogged roads, rising utility rates, and the opacity of municipal evaluations. Pam, Hala, Gary, and…
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City Matters Behind-the-scenes maneuvering shaping your community 2026 05 26
Most city politics boil down to one question: are we being served, or are profits and power dictating the agenda? In this eye-opening episode, former Colorado…
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City Matters dives deeper into immigration 2024 04 22
Discover the hidden truths behind Colorado Springs' immigration enforcement — how courthouse arrests may break state law and what it means for your community…
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City Matters Data Centers City Council CSU 2026 04 10
Most city councils are predictable—this one? Not so much. Dive into the chaos and controversy that unfolded during Colorado Springs' recent decision-making…
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City Matters Are Data Centers Healthy for Colorado Springs? 2026 04 03
Uncover the truth behind data centers and their real impact on communities—beyond the noise of size and speed. Are these tech giants just chasing bragging…
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City Matters Colorado Springs Utilities vs. Solar Owners 2026 04 01
Most rooftop solar owners feel betrayed — their investments threaten to be wiped out as utilities reconsider fair agreements. In this eye-opening episode…
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City Matters Recall & Utilities 2026 03 11
Join us as we break down tangible tactics—including how sign-up thresholds are set, why they matter, and what reforms could finally shift the balance of power…
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City Matters Public Transportation 2026 03 04
Join us as we explore the real roadblocks to transforming Colorado Springs’ sprawling transit network. From the controversial dissolution of the Citizens…
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City Matters A Non-Profit Saga 2026 02 11
Discover how a city-funded workforce grant to the Colorado Springs Community Cultural Collective spiraled into a legal showdown, exposing systemic flaws in…
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City Matters Nothing in common ICE in Colorado Springs & Colorado Springs Utilities
The Shocking Truth Behind Colorado's Rising Utility Costs and Hidden Maintenance Failures. The Hidden Threat of ICE Operations: How Lawless Enforcement…
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City Matters YIKES! $935/ yr for a newspaper? Unfriendly ICE 2026 01 21
In this episode of "City Matters," former City Councilman Bill Murray, along with Gary Casimir, Pam Zubeck, and Heila Ershadi, delve into pressing local issues…
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City Matters Pressing Issues Affecting Colorado 2026 01 07
In this episode of "City Matters," former Councilman Bill Murray, alongside Pam Zubeck, Gary Casimir, and Joe Reagan, dive into the complexities of current…
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City Matters 2026 A year of Turmoil 2026 12 22
“Navigating 2026: A Year of Turmoil” Is Northcom/Southcom/ NORAD on the chopping block? In this episode of "City Matters," former Councilman Bill Murray…
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City Matters Homelessnes in Colorado Springs 2025 12 17
In this episode of "City Manners," hosts Pam Zubeck and Gary Casimir, along with special guest Joe Reagan, delve into the complex issue of homelessness. They…
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City Matters Colorado Springs Utilities Fiber Project 2025 11 26
In this episode of City Matters, former City Councilman Bill Murray, alongside Pam Zubeck and Gary Casimir, delves into the complexities surrounding the…
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City Matters Supplemental Insurance for Retirees 2025 10 29
In this episode of "City Matters," host William Murray dives into the pressing issues surrounding supplemental insurance for retired sheriff's deputies and…
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City Matters Project 2025 & 47 2025 10 22
In this episode of "City Matters," former council member Bill Murray, along with guests Gary Casimir and Pam Zubeck, delve into the pressing issues surrounding…
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City Matters The 2026 Budget 2025 10 18
The General Fund Are the assumptions reliable? Or is it Smoke & Mirrors How will Space Command affect the city budget? Doesn't City Council like or appreciate…
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City Matters Freedom of Speech & Press 2025 09 17
In this episode of "City Matters," host William Murray leads a compelling discussion on the critical issues surrounding freedom of the press and freedom of…
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City Matters Goodbye Space Command What Now? 2025 09 03
In this episode of City Matters, join Bill Murray, Pam Zubeck, Ralph Routon, and Gary Casimir as they delve into the local government's response to the recent…
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City Matters Journalism in Colorado Springs 2025 08 25
In this episode, we delve into the pressing issue of financial constraints and their impact on the quality of news. Discover how budget cuts and resource…
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City Matters Safe Streets: Combating Speeding in Colorado Springs 2025 08 14
In this episode of City Matters, join William Murray, Bob Cutter, and Gary Casimir as they tackle the pressing issue of speeding and traffic safety in Colorado…
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City Matters To annex or not to annex Buck-E's 2025 08 15
In this episode of City Matters, we delve into the economic implications of Buc-E's proposed development in the region. Join William Murray, Bob Cutter, and…
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City Matters Economic Diversification for Colorado Springs 2025 08 14
In this episode of "City Matters," we delve into the critical topics of economic diversification and local government policies. Join hosts William Murray, Bob…
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City Matters Discussing the Colorado Springs city charter 2025 05 28
Historical Overview of the Colorado Springs City Charter Evaluation of Governance: From Commission to Strong Mayor The Role of City Council and Strategic…
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City Matters Home Rule City 2025 05 28
Understanding Home Rule and its Implications The Role of Governance in Housing Navigating State & Local Regulations The Future of Affordable Housing in…
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City Matters Identifying Problems in Colorado Springs 2025 05 07
Core Values &Metrics of City Governance Organizational Structures & Accountability Data Driven Decision Making Progress & Follow-up in City Planning Business…
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City Matters Understanding the Role of a City Council Person 2025 05 07
The Demands of City Council Responsibilities Challenges Faced during Tenure Governance & Accountability Issues The Role of the Executive Branch Strategic…
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City Matters The Impact of Federal Spending on the Local Economy 2025 04 24
Understanding Tariffs & their local impact The Complexities of Economic Uncertainty Tourism & Economic Implications Local Government Strategic Planning
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City Matters Understanding the National Debt & Deficit 2025 04 23
The Impact of Government Spending Taxation & Revenue Generation The Role of Tariffs on Economic Strategy Challenge Ahead----Balancing the Budget The Future of…
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City Matters City Council Candidates 2025 03 05
Evaluation of City Council Candidates: the PEC Framework. The Rate of Experience in Governance District 1: A closer look. District 2: The No-Brainer District…
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City Matters Annexations 2025 02 24
Understanding Annexations and its Implications Growth and Development Challenges The Financial Viability of Development The Role of City Council in Development…