Council pauses plan for Bill Bower’s open space trail, asks to include site in future master plan

Apr 21, 2026

After public comment and council discussion about wildlife corridors, steep terrain and missing easement access, the Manitou Springs City Council voted 6–1 to postpone trail development through Bill Bower’s open space and direct staff to include the site in a future open‑space master plan update.

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The Manitou Springs City Council voted April 21 to postpone trail development through Bill Bower’s open space and to consider the site as part of a future open‑space master plan. The motion passed 6–1, with Councilor John Shada dissenting.

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