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El Paso County Department of Communications Receives Multiple National Awards

El Paso County, Colorado, July 28, 2023 – El Paso County has been recognized with three 2023 National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) Awards. The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen communication with our community. The following media projects were awarded: Superior – Connections Newsletter – El Paso County, Colorado Superior – ARPA Webpage…

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Treasurer’s Office Announces Temporary Closure for Systems Upgrade

El Paso County, Colorado, July 27, 2023 – The El Paso County Treasurer’s Office has announced that it will temporarily close to the public from July 31st through August 13th to implement a significant systems upgrade. This closure will allow El Paso County to undertake crucial upgrades and comprehensive personnel training, further improving the essential services provided…

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Board of County Commissioners Meeting Canceled on Tuesday, July 25

July 20, 2023 – The regularly scheduled Tuesday, July 25, 2023, Board of County Commissioners meeting has been canceled to allow some Commissioners to participate in the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference. The conference brings together county elected and appointed officials from across the country to shape NACo’s federal policy agenda, share proven practices…

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El Paso County Veterans Services and Local Agencies Host PACT Act Claims Clinics for Veterans

July 20, 2023 – El Paso County Veterans Services, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs, Teller County Veterans Services, and Jefferson County Veterans Services, is hosting PACT Act Claims Clinics on August 7th, 8th, and 9th from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Recruiting & Readiness…

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UPDATE – Londonderry Drive Curb, Gutter and Paving Project

El Paso County, CO, July 19, 2023 – On March 20th, 2023, a News Release was published stating “El Paso County will be replacing curb and gutter on eastbound Londonderry Drive between Angeles Road and Mount Princeton Drive. The project is expected to be completed in fifteen working days, weather permitting.” Unfortunately, this work was…

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Redistricting Commission Announces Additional Meeting Dates and Deadlines

El Paso County, CO, July 19, 2023 – The El Paso County Commissioner Redistricting Commission has announced additional meeting dates and deadlines related to the 2023 Commissioner Redistricting process. These meetings will be used to gain additional feedback from members of the public regarding potential district maps. The additional meeting dates include: Date Time…

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August Bear Creek Nature Center Programs and Events

All programs require pre-registration. Please call the nature center or check website for current status. CONTACT: Mary Jo Lewis, Nature Center Supervisor 719-520-6388 | maryjolewis@elpasoco.com Peaceful Warriors Yoga in the Park- Flow with Bear Creek Tuesday, August 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of yoga with Peaceful Warriors. Simultaneous kid/family OR adult focused class offerings! All abilities…