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Friday, May 03, 2013  Mayor Bach's monthly interview with FOX21 News

Thursday, December 06, 2012  Mayor Bach discusses the transition into 2013 for the city's budget.

Monday, October 01, 2012  Mayor Steve Bach released his version of the city's 2013 budget to city council and the public Monday. Nearly a year's worth of work went into the budget, and the city's new strategic plan.

Thursday, October 06, 2011  They're crunching the numbers at the city administration building as Mayor Steve Bach releases his 2012 budget proposal.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009  The city of Colorado Springs is facing a nearly $28 million budget shortfall in 2010. Measure 2C is expected to eliminate that, but City Councilman Tom Gallagher said a 10 percent pay cut to all city employees could shave $16 million from the deficit. Gallagher said his proposal is meant to put more budget saving options on the table for public discussion.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009  Responsible, receptive, accessible:  three words that sum up Bernie Herpin's platform for city council. He said his first priority is public safety.

Saturday, February 07, 2009  The transit may have to cut 50,000 service hours as the city asks it to look at ways to reduce spending in response to a nearly 17 million dollar budget shortfall.

Friday, January 09, 2009  November sales tax revenues were well below what the city anticipated, leaving the council with a significant shortfall.

Thursday, January 08, 2009  A 12 percent decrease in sales tax revenue may be creating a 14-17 million dollar short fall in the Colorado Springs budget.