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ARRRGH! It continues! The post Interesting Times Relevant Subjects Oct 19 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Colorado Springs really doesn't have any issues that affect it, does it? The post Issues that affect Colorado Springs Start counting Oct 12 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Law Enforcement Transparency Accountability Commission: What are the optics? Will the process be tainted? The post Communication, Respect, Co-operation Needed for Police/Citizens Oct 05 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Councilman Bill Murray pays respects to RBG. What is the American Anthem? Is Lady Justice really blind? Is Justice equitable? A conversation about Pastor Mike McBride and Reverend Ben McBride and what they did in Oakland, CA. The word that comes out is “Communication.” They talk about “de-constructing” and then “re-constructing” the current police system.… The post What is it about Justice that we don’t understand? Sept 28 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Is Colorado Springs changing politically? Is Colorado Springs and El Paso County trending Progressive? Are  Millennials the  drivers?  Will the local special interests lose their influence? Is the city continuing to develop into mini commercial wastelands? Are decisions being made in the best interests of Colorado Springs or special interests? What’s the Donut theory? Strawberry… The post Futurist Progressive Moderate Conservative Sep 21 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

It’s important to vote, ladies and gentlemen. Councilman Bill Murray has as his guest today Mike Maday,  a member of the Executive Committee of the Democratic Party. He’s also the Voter Protection Coordinator. Is there voter suppression in El Paso County? Is the citizenry educated on the topics that they’ll be voting on? Will people… The post Voting Voting Voting Guess what today’s topic is? Sep 14 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Is this another put the data on the shelf issue or will something really come from it? What is the LETAC? Just another acronym commission that will languish? How is Colorado Springs Police Department? Bob Falcone offers his assessment. Councilman Bill Murray shares a portion of his former life. Also, his current life. Is the… The post Law Enforcement & Transparency Accountability Commission. WTF? Sep 07 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Bob Falcone gives us the details of Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to hiking the trails in Colorado Springs Hiking affectionando, Bob Falcone, shows Councilman Bill Murray the way around Colorado Springs trails and open space. What is the state of trails & open space? What is the Parkland Dedication ordinance? The Conservation Trust… The post Hey, Bill! Take a Hike! Bob Falcone shows Bill the way. Aug 31 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Can’t Imagine so much going on in Colorado Springs A police station has tested positive for Covid-19. Are the police officers wearing their masks? Has mask wearing been extended statewide? A Covid-19 testing facility in Colorado Springs. Did they screw up the tests? Denver is contemplating providing Broadband. Why not Colorado Springs? Your thoughts. The… The post Ripped from the Headlines Aug 24 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Are the citizens of Colorado Springs ready for a wakeup call? Councilman Bill Murray wants the best police force. Will the citizens pay for the necessary training and peripheral equipment to make this happen? The post Police Dept. are expensive. Will the citizens pay for the necessary improvements? Aug 17 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Podcasts.

Will the learnings be made public? Did you know that the Colorado Springs police department has put out a Request For Proposal (RFP) for the department’s use of force? Who should oversee this process? The police department or the Accountability Committee? Will the Accountability Committee be allowed a “look-see?” Why should there be an “Assessment […] The post The ball is rolling on Police Accountability in Colorado Springs Aug 10 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

In hindsight is Colorado Springs getting a good deal on its parks Strawberry Fields raises its ugly head again. Will there be a ballot issue to determine if the citizens have a vote to determine the sale of park land in Colorado Springs? Donna Strom, Councilman Bill Murray’s guest says that what the city got […] The post Protect Our Parks Vote for Our Parks Aug 03 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

An Accountability Committee for Law Enforcement is being formed Will the Law Accountability Citizens Committee be successful? Will the selected members be diverse enough? Is this a first step in de-funding the police? Why are laws developed in the first place? Have you run a Red Light? Big Brother is watching you. Do you think […] The post Law Accountability Citizens Committee Jul 27 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

This ain’t pretty and it’s not intended to be. Councilman Bill Murray has a story to tell. It’s about the Coronavirus, how people think it’s an infringement on their Constitutional Rights NOT to wear a mask, and if we, as a community, are prepared for the Covid-19. Are the sheriff’s and police department on board […] The post A story to tell. Everybody likes a good story. July 20 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Finally! CSU is moving forward. Will the rest of the city follow? Colorado Springs Utilities is finally moving into the 21st century with its New Sustainable Energy Plan 17. Hooray! About time. Won’t list the accomplishments here (you’ll have to listen), but you’ll have to thank UPAC, the Utilities Board, and the management of CSU. […] The post Council Matters: Colorado Springs New Sustainable Energy Plan 17 July 06 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Deb Walker of Citizens Project joins Councilman Bill Murray A meaty subject for Councilman Bill Murray and Deb Walker of Citizens project to discuss: Policing. Transparency. Open dialog. Deb’s questions. A citizens committee. Incarceration. Open carry. Taking things to extremes. What is the Storm Water Syndrome? The post Council Matters: Policing in Colorado Springs June 29 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

You want their opinions? Now you got ‘em Councilman Bill Murray gets on a roll followed by Kent Obee and Gary Casimir. No toes untouched here. (Note: There was an unscheduled technical glitch that cut this segment short.) Drake (resolve distrust), 30 year plan, renewables, Covid-19, EIRP, loss of revenue, police review board (resolve distrust), […] The post Council Matters: A three-way Rant June 22 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Are people in the city at odds with the citizens regarding parks? Councilman Bill Murray and Kent Obee of Protect Our Parks, get fired up over the things happening to the parks of Colorado Springs naming names. Do the Named really have the interest of the citizens in mind when these deals or made? Have […] The post 23 Kent Obee Protect Our Parks June 15 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

Kristy’s conversation continues with Councilman Bill Murray What is Community? Is the city government The Community? Is the business community The Community? Is it the building and development community The Community? In today’s environment we have conspiracy theories that abound. Does 5G cause cancer? Is Covid-19 a conspiracy theory? Are conspiracy theories distractions or total […] The post Council Matters 22: What is Community? Jun 08 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.

So many things discussed. Can Colorado Springs really handle them? You open a door and Kristy will walk through it. She leaves Councilman Bill Murray slack jawed with topics such as: Affordable Housing is a Pain Point. Donations to Westside Cares are never too small. There are challenges to the hygiene problems for the homeless. […] The post Council Matters 21: Kristy Milligan is Back and She gives Bill Murray an ear full June 01 2020 appeared first on Studio 809 Radio.