El Paso County Public Works has contracted with Martin Marietta Materials and Asphalt who will be paving Paonia Street from Palmer Park Boulevard through Omaha Boulevard. Weather permitting, the project is scheduled to begin the week of Aug. 20 and is expected to take about two weeks. Palmer Park Boulevard, Powers Boulevard, Tuskegee Place and Omaha…
The Board of El Paso County Commissioners at its regular meeting on Tuesday recognized the retirement of Dan Martindale who worked for more than two decades with El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH). Martindale will finish out his career at the end of August as Director of Public Health. Commissioner Longinos Gonzalez, Jr., who serves…
Colorado State University Extension offers Soil and Compost: Foundation of a Successful Garden. Learn how to effectively manage and amend soils in Colorado to successfully grow plants. Drainage, compaction, water infiltration and water retention are all soil properties that can be improved with proper management. Adding quality compost is a key to enhancing positive soil…
For our latest episode of Explore Our Parks we’re taking a look at the Black Forest Section 16 Trail. It’s a nice easy trail with some interesting history in the name.
The Pikes Peak Regional Building Department is asking area residents to protect themselves and their families from the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning as they work to recover and rebuild from recent hail storms. Buildings throughout the Pikes Peak region have been pummeled by severe weather in recent weeks. Inspectors with Regional Building are noticing…
The Temporary Hail Assistance Center at the Citizens Service Center has had long lines since opening this morning and all funds have now been expended. No new applications can be taken. Thank you to the El Pomar Foundation for the generous donation that has helped out hundreds of people in our community.
William J. Hybl, Chairman and CEO El Pomar Foundation, and the El Pomar Board of Trustees have generously provided a second $250,000 gift to provide grants to individuals to assist with uninsured losses and help offset insurance deductibles resulting from the catastrophic recent flooding and hail. People who live, work in, or were visiting the…
People in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and Teller County who were impacted by unprecedented hail and flood damage from severe weather during July and August 2018 may apply for assistance. People who live, work in, or were visiting the damaged area can qualify for financial assistance where other financial support is not available from…
The Pikes Peak Library District is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the Pikes Peak Library District Board of Trustees. Applications for the open position are due by 9:59 p.m. on September 5, 2018. The Board of Trustees of the Pikes Peak Library District acts as the governing body of the library. Its…
The National Weather Service today is forecasting more severe thunderstorms, hail, and flash flooding likely for parts of El Paso County. El Paso County joins other area governments, public safety agencies and public service partners in working together to mitigate flood risks and respond to any flood incidents when they occur. However, it really is…