The Mayor's Mixtape

What does it take to bring new development to Pueblo?In this week's episode, Mayor Graham sits down with Director of Public Works Andrew Hayes to discuss the proposed traffic signal on Pueblo Boulevard, the challenges of funding public infrastructure, and how recent changes to the City's half-cent sales tax criteria could support future economic development. The episode also covers highlights from the latest City Council meeting including a $500,000 grant for improvements at JJ Raigoza Park, and upcoming community events, including the Ice Cup and a community Thanksgiving dinner at City Hall.

Episode 78 of the Mayor's Mixtape highlights key discussions from the latest City Council meeting, including the City's 2025 financial audit, proposed Lime Road improvements, and Project Falcon.Mayor Graham also highlights upcoming community events and reminds residents that neighborhood clean ups continue Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9am-3pm at Mesa and Orman Ave. in Bessemer and 5th St and Lacrosse Ave. on the east side. Residents can dispose of household trash, electronics, appliances, furniture, mattresses, and tires off the rim.Thank you for listening! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with your friends!

Episode 77 of the Mayor's Mixtape gives a recap of the Monday, October 26 City Council meeting. Mayor Graham also invited everyone to take part in the neighborhood community clean up events on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week from 9am-3pm. Don't forget there are two locations at Mesa Ave. and Orman Ave. in Bessemer and one located at 5th St. and Lacrosse Ave. on the east side. Bring electronics, appliances, household trash, large furniture or mattresses and tires off the rim.  Thank you for listening! Don't forget to like, subscribe and share with your friends. 

In Episode 76 of the Mayor's Mixtape, Mayor Graham recaps the City Council Work Session from October 19 including the potential updates to the City's purchasing policy, the economic development RFP process and the 2027 Proposed Annual Budget. Don't forget the public hearing for the 2027 Proposed Annual Budget is October 26, first reading before City Council is November 9 and final reading is scheduled for November 23.  We hope to see you at the Team Up to Clean Up event on Saturday, October 24 from 8a-3pm at one of the three locations including CSU Pueblo, Colorado State Fairgrounds or RecycleWorks! Thanks for listening. 

Episode 75 of the Mayor's Mixtape covers several topics from the latest Pueblo City Council meeting, including updates to public transportation, economic development, and infrastructure projects. Mayor Graham discusses funding for two new paratransit vehicles, continued support for the Kids Ride Free program for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, and expanded transit service hours beginning October 19.Mayor Graham also discusses the annexation of 168.2 acres in the Airport Industrial Park as an early step toward Project Tortuga, along with proposed improvements to Lime Road and related infrastructure needs. Additional topics include airport litigation funding, airport hangar leases and safety requirements, updates on injured police officers, and upcoming community events.

Episode 74 of the Mayor's Mixtape gives a preview for the Proposed Annual Budget for 2027. Mayor Graham delivered the budget book to City Council on October 5 and will have a Work Session presentation on October 19. Budget discussions will continue through October and November before the final reading of the budget on November 23. Mayor Graham also discusses upcoming neighborhood community clean ups beginning the week of October 20. Residents will have opportunity to dispose of household trash, large items, electronics, scrap metal, appliances and more. Additional information about locations and dates will be available soon!

Episode 73 of the Mayor's Mixtape includes a recap of the Pueblo City Council meeting on Monday, September 28. Mayor Graham shares about the moratorium on recreational marijuana licenses and implementation of speed cameras.  Don't forget about the upcoming Toy Bowl with Law Enforcement and Bikers United, Saturday October 3 at 10:00 a.m. at CSU Pueblo ThunderBowl. Cost is $5 for admission or a new, unwrapped toy. 

Mayor Graham welcomes new Chief of Staff Amanda Hobson on the Mayor's Mixtape. Learn about Amanda's background, her commitment to municipal government and her experience previously at the City of Pueblo.  Don't forget to like, subscribe and share the Mayor's Mixtape podcast with your friends, neighbors and family. Thanks for listening!

Episode 71 of the Mayor’s Mixtape Mayor Graham breaks down the Monday, September 14 City Council meeting including the Airport  Policy Advisory Committee, the 1/2 cent sales tax vote for the Leonardo da Vinci Museum, Pueblo Blvd. development investment and more. Email your questions and topic suggestions to [email protected].

In Episode 70 of the Mayor's Mixtape, Mayor Graham gives an overview of the Work Session from Tuesday, September 8 regarding the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America. Plus she talks about the Neighbors Helping Neighbors paint project with Baja Construction, Pine Maintenance & Landscaping and sponsorship from Mayor's contingency funds.  Two homes received a new coat of paint for income-qualifying families.  Don't forget to like, subscribe and share the podcast. Send in your questions or topic suggestions to [email protected].