The Colorado Springs City Council moved one step closer to finalizing next year’s budget on Monday. The council gave initial approval to the 2026 spending plan, but it still needs a second vote to pass.
Colorado Springs is facing a $31 million budget shortfall. The budget was officially introduced on October 6 by the Mayor.
The city has taken proactive measures to address the shortfall by eliminating 38 civilian positions, scheduling five unpaid furlough days for most city employees, and closing Meadows Park Community Center…