Today, the City of Pueblo wants to hear from you about expanding services at the Pueblo Airport. They told us they are currently experiencing a sharp decline in passenger numbers. Last summer, the Pueblo Airport saw about 300 passengers per month. This summer, according to the City, that number has dropped to less than 100 passengers per month. The City hopes the decline in passenger numbers shows the need to bring more airlines to Pueblo.

The public is invited today to learn more about the airlines that are considering locating at the airport. People will have the opportunity to hear from five airlines, one of which will be selected as a new option here at the Pueblo airport. They are Advanced Air, Boutique Air, Breeze Airways, Denver Air Connections and Sky West Airlines.

On Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. the airlines will present their suggestions and answer your questions… so that you can make an informed recommendation. I’ve taken a closer look at the current options here at the airport… and there is actually only one — Southern Airways Express.

I spoke to Rye resident Jennifer McCabe at the airport about the launch of a new airline. “As a commuter, it would be nice to have flights on weekdays so you could work, but there weren’t many flights. So I’ve been scheduling meetings around them and if the flights are delayed, I have to reschedule all the meetings and all the people I had there.”

It is important to note that the Department of Transportation, not the City of Pueblo, makes the final decision on the airline selected. However, the Mayor’s office will submit a letter of support, so again, your feedback is critical.

Professional bull riders leave Pueblo

The Professional Bull Riders are leaving Pueblo after 17 years. The company is moving to Texas, costing the city jobs and millions of dollars to recruit and retain new riders in southern Colorado.

Professional bull riders travel to Texas