The City of Colorado Springs was founded at the base of one of the greatest wonders of the world – Pikes Peak. The City is proud of its historic link with the mountain and the heritage symbolized by its majestic presence. It is important to preserve, protect and promote Pikes Peak as a unique cultural, recreational and educational asset through the operation of "Pikes Peak–America's Mountain" in accord with the provision of a term special use permit issued by the United States Forest Service. City Council has therefore included "Pikes Peak–America's Mountain" among the strategic assets of the City. City Council hereby declares that a self-supporting "Pikes Peak–America's Mountain" operation is essential to the economic vitality of the region and the general health, safety and welfare of the citizens. (Ord. 01-42)
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