{"id":2,"date":"2017-08-04T19:38:37","date_gmt":"2017-08-04T19:38:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-04-15T10:32:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T16:32:37","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_section full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_id=&#8221;message-area&#8221;][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column][vc_message style=&#8221;square&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;top-message-content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 20px;text-align: center\">El Paso County Offices Closed Monday, January 19, in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_message][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_class=&#8221;seal-blue-right&#8221; el_id=&#8221;section-intro&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1690394662077{background-image: url(https:\/\/epc-assets.elpasoco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/favicon_epc_15-1.svg?id=11638) !important;}&#8221;][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679347960557{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;center-text hidden-mobile&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Welcome to El Paso County<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;center-text hidden-desktop&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>Welcome to<br \/>\nEl Paso County<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;open-sans-htag&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #000000\">El Paso County has a population of over 750,000, providing residents with a thriving downtown, family-friendly suburbs, and vast rural expanses. 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The public is urged to prepare for these extreme conditions. The coldest days are predicted to be Sunday and Monday, with highs possibly only in the single digits and lower teens, and wind chills possibly dipping down to -20 to -30 during the overnight and early-morning hours. Light snow is possible on Sunday as well.<\/p>\n<p>Residents should visit <a href=\"https:\/\/protect-us.mimecast.com\/s\/lVJjCADoW5tGNPY2t9okah\">PPROEM.com\/JanuaryArcticColdIncident<\/a> for resources, preparedness tips and more.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Visit Arctic Weather Resource Page&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fpproem.com%2FJanuaryArcticColdIncident|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;13722&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Veteran of the Year<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]We believe our Veterans deserve our support and recognition for their exemplary military service, outstanding community service, and endless encouragement to other local Veterans. El Paso County will honor one Veteran annually, for his or her efforts defending our country and continued willingness to serve their neighbors and community, as Veteran of the Year.<\/p>\n<p>We are accepting nominations for the 2023 Veteran of the Year through April 1, 2024.\u00a0For more information, contact El Paso County Veterans Services at 719.520.7750, vet@elpasoco.com, or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/justiceservices.elpasoco.com\/veterans-services\/veteran-of-the-year\/\">https:\/\/justiceservices.elpasoco.com\/veterans-services\/veteran-of-the-year\/<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Veteran of the Year&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fjusticeservices.elpasoco.com%2Fveterans-services%2Fveteran-of-the-year%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;14632&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Election Data<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span class=\"ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\">Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/community.spatialest.com\/co\/elpaso-elections\/#\/VoterRegistration\">EPC VIP<\/a> to view El Paso County Voter Registration data, Voter Turnout Data, Voting locations, and Census other demographic data.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Election Data&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fcommunity.spatialest.com%2Fco%2Felpaso-elections%2F%23%2FVoterRegistration|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;3700&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1><strong data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"164\">Discover How Your County Works for You<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Join us for the 2025 El Paso County Citizen College, taking place the week of October 13\u201318. This unique, behind-the-scenes experience offers residents the opportunity to explore the core functions of county government\u2014from public safety and elections to land use, budgeting, and more. Learn how your tax dollars are put to work, engage with County leaders, and gain a deeper understanding of the services that keep our community strong, safe, and thriving.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a lifelong resident or newly invested in local issues, Citizen College equips you with the knowledge to make a difference and be an informed advocate for El Paso County.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Citizen College Info &amp; Registration&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Fcitizen-college%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17942&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span data-teams=\"true\">America 250 &#8211; Colorado 150 Celebration<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]In 2026, El Paso County is celebrating dual anniversaries for both the United States and the State of Colorado! Throughout the year, events will take place across the region to commemorate and celebrate this incredible milestone. We invite you to participate, share with others, and feel a sense of pride for the country and state that we live in.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Celebrate With Us&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Famerica250-colorado150%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;16px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19482&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;16px&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span data-teams=\"true\">El Paso County&#8217;s Water Planning Gets a Thumbs-Up<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span data-teams=\"true\">Discover how El Paso County measures up in securing a reliable water supply for the future. The findings from an independent evaluation of the Denver Basin Aquifer confirm that El Paso County\u2019s smart planning and ongoing efforts to ensure clean, dependable water for our growing communities are on the right track.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Denver Basin Aquifer Evaluation&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Findependent-evaluation-confirms-el-paso-countys-approach-to-water-reliability%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19128&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>2026 Asphalt Paving and Preservation Program<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span data-teams=\"true\">El Paso County has been implementing and significantly increasing preservation and paving treatments to improve the paving network by feasibly extending and protecting the life of roadways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/publicworks.elpasoco.com\/road-bridge\/construction-maintenance-projects\/\">https:\/\/publicworks.elpasoco.com\/road-bridge\/construction-maintenance-projects\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;More about the Paving and Preservation Program&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Fel-paso-county-department-of-public-works-presents-2026-asphalt-paving-and-preservation-program%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19730&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Strategic Plan Accountability Dashboard<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span data-teams=\"true\">Explore how El Paso County is turning goals into action. The new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/strategic-plan\/strategic-plan-dashboard\/\">Strategic Plan Dashboard<\/a> offers real-time insights into priorities like infrastructure, public trust, service quality, and safety, showcasing our commitment to transparency and measurable results.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Strategic Plan Dashboard&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Fstrategic-plan%2Fstrategic-plan-dashboard%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;9383&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">New Option to Prepay Property Taxes in Monthly Installments<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The El Paso County Treasurer\u2019s Office has <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">launched<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a new option that <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">allows<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> residential and business property owners to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">prepay<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> their property taxes in smaller, manageable monthly <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">payments<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The program, offered through EscrowTaxes.com, is a secure, cloud-based platform that enables users to set up equal monthly pre-payments. Property owners can pay electronically using e-check, card, or digital wallet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Learn more at <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/treasurer.elpasoco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">https:\/\/treasurer.elpasoco.com\/<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Learn More About Property Tax Options&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Ftreasurer.elpasoco.com%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18312&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Cafe Conversations with Commissioners<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]El Paso County is excited to announce a new program \u2013 \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/cafe-conversations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caf\u00e9 Conversations with Commissioners<\/a>\u201d \u2013 which provides an opportunity for residents to engage with commissioners in a casual setting.<\/p>\n<p>These informal meetups allow for El Paso County citizens to ask questions, share concerns and learn more about county initiatives from their own elected officials. Events will be held within each commissioner district, allowing attendees the chance to grab a cup of coffee while casually connecting with fellow residents and local leaders.\u00a0Times and locations below will be updated as additional conversations are they are scheduled, so be sure to check back often and follow us on social media to stay in the loop.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Cafe Conversations with Commissioners&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Fcafe-conversations%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17866&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>2025 El Paso County Fair<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The El Paso County Fair returns July 12\u201319, 2025, in Calhan, Colorado, to celebrate 120 years! Honoring the Fair\u2019s humble beginnings as a potato festival, the 2025 El Paso County Fair, A Spudtacular Journey, will take visitors on a journey through the decades with themed days, thrilling entertainment, and classic fair traditions.<\/p>\n<p>Each day will highlight a different historical era, allowing visitors to experience the past with themed activities, exhibits, and opportunities to dress in vintage fashion. From the early 1900s to today, visitors can celebrate how the El Paso County Fair and the community have evolved.<\/p>\n<p>Visit\u00a0<a class=\"epc_external_link_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.elpasocountyfair.com\/p\/fair-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">elpasocountyfair.com<\/a>\u00a0to purchase tickets and for more information.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Fair Tickets &amp; Information&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasocountyfair.com%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;18051&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1746719585934{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>National County Government Month Resource Hub<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/campsite.to\/epc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">El Paso County Government Month Resource Hub<\/a> to learn about the essential programs, services, and people who make a difference in our community every day. From social media spotlights and a special podcast episode to fun activities for kids and helpful resources, the hub has everything you need to connect with your local government during National County Government Month.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Resource Hub&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fcampsite.to%2Fepc|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;17875&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1744900490595{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Citizen Connect<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Citizen Connect is a website and mobile app that helps you connect with your local government, access services, and have problems addressed effectively and efficiently. You can track the progress of any request and keep a record of what El Paso County has done to help meet your specific needs<\/p>\n<p>Download the Citizen Connect mobile app or visit <a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/citizenconnect.elpasoco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/CitizenConnect.elpsoco.com\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">CitizenConnect.elpasoco.com<\/a> to connect directly with your County Commissioner or submit service requests for any road, park, or other issues![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Visit Citizen Connect&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:http%3A%2F%2Fcitizenconnect.elpasoco.com%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/-wVRRiOxPtc&#8221; align=&#8221;right&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Need To Pay Your Property Taxes?<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Property Taxes become due on January 1 for the previous year. Payments may be paid in two equal installments or in one full installment and may be made using the <a href=\"https:\/\/propertytaxelpasoco.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Online Payment Portal<\/a>; partial payments are not accepted. For 2023 taxes payable in 2024, the deadlines are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>FIRST HALF: February 29, 2024<\/li>\n<li>SECOND HALF: June 15, 2024<\/li>\n<li>FULL PAYMENT: April 30, 2024<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Pay your Property Tax&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fpropertytaxelpasoco.com%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;11432&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1709240118593{padding-top: 45px !important;}&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/2023-rain-hail-flood\/&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ui-provider ed cqk bsc cwh cwi cwj cwk cwl cwm cwn cwo cwp cwq cwr cws cwt cwu cwv cww cwx cwy cwz cxa cxb cxc cxd cxe cxf cxg cxh cxi cxj cxk cxl cxm\" dir=\"ltr\">Rex and Meridian Project Information<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">El Paso County has designed improvements for the Rex Road at Meridian Road Intersection north of Falcon with construction scheduled to begin in early 2024. The improvements consist of installing a traffic signal, improving sight distance, widening Meridian to four lanes and adding turn lanes on Rex with full-depth reconstruction of both Rex and Meridian roads, roadside ditch and stormwater improvements, and utility relocations.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Visit Project Webpage&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fpublicworks.elpasoco.com%2Froad-bridge%2Fconstruction-maintenance-projects%2F%231600793556228-8faa25db-06a2|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;13407&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1724883732431{padding-top: 60px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The El Paso County Affordable Housing Directory<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The high cost of living can make it challenging for families with limited financial resources to find housing. In response, the El Paso County Economic Development Department has developed an Affordable Housing Directory. This resource aims to assist residents and the community organizations that support them by providing information on housing options available to low-to-moderate-income households.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Visit Affordable Housing Directory&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fexperience.arcgis.com%2Fexperience%2Fa474d5f7ba354655a6d628c47ab4162c%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;19447&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Beyond the Dais<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]El Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles. As the most populous county in Colorado, El Paso County has just as many stories to tell as people to tell them. This podcast will endeavor to share those stories.<\/p>\n<p>From local government officials to leaders in the community, Beyond the Dais will step off the elevated platform of the Chamber and shine a spotlight on the people working to make El Paso County a great place to visit, work, and live.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Listen to the Podcast&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fbeyondthedais.podbean.com%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;11440&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/0svaPDToIcxtMJgUdcCOS8?si=def1c436770e4cbe&amp;nd=1&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Normal Operating Hours, Wednesday, December 3, 2025<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span class=\"TextRun SCXW251059181 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251059181 BCX0\">El Paso County administrative, elected administrative offices, and affiliated agencies will be open during normal business hours on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. <\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Press Release&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Fnormal-operating-hours-december-3-2025%2F|title:NORMAL%20OPERATING%20HOURS%20WEDNESDAY%2C%20DECEMBER%203%2C%202025|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;10191&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/0svaPDToIcxtMJgUdcCOS8?si=def1c436770e4cbe&amp;nd=1&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>The Courier<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]The Courier is a quarterly publication that is circulated physically and virtually to the residents in our community, informing them of County services, values, events, and stories.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>The Courier makes it so that every resident of El Paso County can better understand which government services the county offers and how they can benefit from and be involved in local government initiatives.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>This not only helps our residents to better grasp where their tax dollars are spent and how local government works, but it also highlights collaborations and partnerships, informing residents of what is going on in the region.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Read The Courier&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elpasoco.com%2Fthe%2520courier%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;20082&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/the%20courier\/&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>2024 Budget Information<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Pursuant to Colorado law, the Board of County Commissioners must adopt the annual balanced budget by December of each year, by starting the process in October.<\/p>\n<p>El Paso County Elected Officials and County Departments present budget requests and critical needs to the Board of County Commissioners during the annual budget process.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;View Budget Information&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fadmin.elpasoco.com%2Ffinancial-services%2Fbudget-finance%2Fcounty-budget%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;12742&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/admin.elpasoco.com\/financial-services\/budget-finance\/county-budget\/&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>American Rescue Plan Act<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text]On May 10, 2021, the U.S. Department of the Treasury launched the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Program authorized pursuant to the American Rescue Plan Act (&#8220;ARPA&#8221;). ARPA is bringing one-time funding to our State and County that will assist in the recovery of our region.<\/p>\n<p>The State of Colorado received $3.8 billion, and El Paso County received $139,929,837 based on the County&#8217;s population. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/admin.elpasoco.com\/arpa\/\">El Paso County\u2019s ARPA Funding<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Learn More about ARPA&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fadmin.elpasoco.com%2Farpa%2F|target:_blank&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;11441&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/admin.elpasoco.com\/arpa\/&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>2024 Veterans Claims Clinics<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;13px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]El Paso County Division of Veterans Services VSOs (Veterans Service Officers) capture, on average, double the benefit amount compared to other avenues for claim submissions.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p>Meet with representatives from El Paso County, Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs this November 19 \u2013 21, 2024. Representatives will be able to assist Veterans file claims, enroll in healthcare, and connect Veterans to Community Care. 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Ford Street Drainage Improvement Project Beginning on April 28, Ford Street will be closed between Galley Road and Seneca Road as part of an ongoing drainage improvements project near the intersection of&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/dpw-weekly-road-and-construction-update-april-29-2026\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about El Paso County&#8217;s Department of Public Works Weekly Road &amp; Construction Update &#8211; April 29, 2026\">Read More \u00bb<i class=\"dt-icon-the7-arrow-03\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"post project-odd visible post-20107 type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-featured-news category-honors-awards category-news category-public-works tag-award tag-el-paso-county tag-news tag-public-works category-1391 category-1336 category-1673 category-23 description-off\" data-name=\"El Paso County Department of Public Works Recommended for National Accreditation\" data-date=\"2026-04-27T13:10:08-06:00\">\n\n<div class=\"post-thumbnail-wrap\">\n\t<div class=\"post-thumbnail\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/el-paso-county-department-of-public-works-recommended-for-national-accreditation\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail-rollover layzr-bg layzr-bg\" ><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"blog-thumb-lazy-load preload-me lazy-load aspect\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20768%20768&#39;%2F%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/epc-assets.elpasoco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Accreditation-768x768.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/epc-assets.elpasoco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Accreditation-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/epc-assets.elpasoco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Accreditation-788x788.png 788w\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"--ratio: 768 \/ 768\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" alt=\"Early morning scene of the mountains with a freshly paved roadway and safety cones featured in the foreground, with text overlaid: El Paso County Department of Public Works Recommended for National Accreditation\" title=\"Accreditation\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\"  \/><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"post-entry-content\">\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elpasoco.com\/el-paso-county-department-of-public-works-recommended-for-national-accreditation\/\" title=\"El Paso County Department of Public Works Recommended for National Accreditation\" rel=\"bookmark\">El Paso County Department of Public Works Recommended for National Accreditation<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]El Paso County, Colorado, April 27, 2026 &#8211;\u00a0The El Paso County Department of Public Works is proud to announce it has successfully completed the American Public Works Association (APWA) accreditation evaluation process and has been recommended for accreditation, a nationally recognized distinction that reflects excellence in public works leadership, management, and service delivery. 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