~ The City of Colorado Springs has recently been awarded two federal grants to support important infrastructure projects. These grants, totaling $11.45 million, will help the city continue to grow and thrive.

Mayor Yemi Mobolade expressed his gratitude to the federal partners and legislators for their support in securing these grants. He stated, "These grants represent a significant investment in our community's future as we strive to build a safe, economically prosperous, culturally rich, and welcoming city."

One of the grants, totaling $10.7 million, was awarded through the Defense Community Infrastructure Program. This grant will go towards a project with a total cost of $15.3 million. The project aims to study a potential replacement for the Academy Boulevard bridge over Platte Avenue.

The second grant, totaling $750,000, was received from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Bridge Investment Program. This grant will be matched with an additional $750,000 from the City's Bridge Fund. The funds will be used for construction of a new interchange into Peterson Space Force Base off U.S. Highway 24.

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Mayor Mobolade emphasized the importance of this project in supporting the military partners and installations in Colorado Springs. He stated that securing this funding demonstrates the city's commitment to assisting Space Force's vital mission in protecting the interests of the United States in space.

To celebrate these achievements and provide more information about both projects, a media event will be held on Thursday, August 8 at 3 p.m. at the City Administration Building (30 South Nevada St., Room 102). City Engineer and Deputy Director of Public Works Director Gayle Sturdivant will be available to speak with media about the grants and answer any questions.

Media are asked to RSVP by emailing eric.sieger@coloradosprings.gov or calling/texting 719-359-1390. This event is an opportunity for members of the media to learn more about these important infrastructure projects and their impact on the city of Colorado Springs.

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