2020 Space Symposium postponed amid coronavirus concerns

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - The Space Foundation has postponed the upcoming annual Space Symposium in Colorado Springs.

The symposium was originally scheduled for March 30 - April 2. However, according to a press release, the Space Foundation says it's still working with local leaders and with the Broadmoor to set another date.

Rich Cooper, a spokesperson for the Space Foundation, says it was a tough decision that had to be taken for the good of everyone involved.

"Unfortunately the circumstances dictated right now that we be cautious as to following all the guidance that comes in from all the public health authorities," Cooper said. "We have a responsibility to be a part of that guidance as well and do our part."

Although President Trump's travel ban between the U.S. and Europe was a blow to the event, organizers said several factors influenced their decision.

The Space Symposium gathered thousands of guests and exhibitors each year at The Broadmoor resort.

"It's a huge economic driver for the community and it's one of the reasons to why we wanted to explore every possible avenue on how we might be able to make this happen," Cooper said.

Doug Price, the CEO of Visit Colorado Springs, sent out a statement expressing his understanding for the decision.

"Let us trust the Symposium will be back bigger and stronger than ever," he said.