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Open Space Advisory Committee
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82895292190?pwd=WlZOWGtWcXVYbXJZejVsa0x1N2cydz09 [Web Meeting Link]
Passcode: 350237
NOTE: OSAC's Sep. 25 meeting will be held at the Manitou Art Center.
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Gillian Rossi
Parks and Recreation DirectorPhone: (719) 685-2605
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Roy Chaney
Deputy City Administrator / Public Services DirectorPhone: 719-499-1642
Overview
With the passage in 1996 of two initiatives by Manitou Springs' voters authorizing the raising of funds to acquire open space, City Council subsequently passed a resolution which established the powers and duties of the Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC). One of the first duties of the committee was to develop the Manitou Springs Open Space Plan (PDF). The purpose of the plan was to help initiate the process of implementing an open space program and to:
- Develop criteria for selecting land in and around the city for designation as open space
- Develop priorities for acquiring land that meets the selected criteria
- Develop acquisition strategies for the selected lands
Regular Meetings
OSAC meets every month, on the fourth Monday at 6:00 p.m. The board meets over ZOOM and uploads their meeting recordings to YouTube afterwards.
Please email the ADA Coordinator if you need special assistance attending a meeting. You may also call 719-685-2554.
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Members
| Member Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Tim Beeson | Chair |
| Nancy Wilson | Vice Chair |
| Judy Carnick | Committee Member |
| Sheryl Cline | Committee Member |
| Robin Kovats | Committee Member |
| Anthony "TJ" Maltese | Committee Member |
| Andrea Sutela | Committee Member |
| Steve Bremner | Alternate Member |
| Jeff Hinshaw | Alternate Member |
| (vacant) | Alternate Member |
| Judith Chandler | City Council Liaison |
| Gillian Rossi | Staff Liaison - Parks and Recreation Director |
Apply for Membership
The Open Space Advisory Committee consists of seven regular members and up to three alternate members. Committee Members serve a four (4) year term. All members are intended to be representative of the various demographics of the City including backgrounds such as:
- Preservation/Conservation
- Trail Building
- Geography/Geology
- Outdoors/Recreation
- and more!
City Council appoints members to the Planning Commission. To apply for an appointment, send an Application for Board Membership, a letter of interest, and a resume and/or statement of qualifications to the City Clerk.