Most Colorado Springs city offices closed Friday for furlough day

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Most City of Colorado Springs administrative offices will be closed Friday as part of a scheduled furlough day tied to the city’s ongoing efforts to address a projected $31 million budget shortfall.

The closure marks the first of five furlough days planned this year. Offices impacted include city hall, municipal court, several parks, recreation and cultural services facilities, and the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum.

City leaders say the furlough days are intended to reduce personnel costs without cutting essential public safety services.

“It’s important to note all of our public safety personnel — all sworn police and all sworn fire — are not subject to these furloughs,” said Charé Edwards, the city’s chief financial officer.

Emergency services, including police, fire and 911, will continue operating as normal. Some self-funded city enterprises may also remain open.

The furlough schedule is designed to align with federal holidays, allowing employees to plan extended time off while helping the city reduce labor costs.

Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for services that require in-person visits. More information on furlough days and affected offices is available on the city’s website.

Scheduled furlough days in 2026 include:

• Feb. 13 — Friday before Presidents Day
• May 22 — Friday before Memorial Day
• July 6 — Monday after Independence Day
• Sept. 4 — Friday before Labor Day
• Nov. 25 — Wednesday before Thanksgiving

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