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Traffic Advisory – Week of December 09 Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Project

December 06 2024 -The southbound South Academy Boulevard off-ramp to Coventry Drive will be temporarily closed on Monday, Dec. 9 and Tuesday, Dec. 10, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to allow crews to install new soundwall panels near the roadway. A detour will be in place: Traffic intending to enter Coventry Drive from southbound South…

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El Paso County to Replace Cross Pan on Alturas Drive starting Monday, November 25

November 22, 2024 – El Paso County will replace the cross pan on Alturas Drive at the Alturas Drive and Bradley Drive intersection. The project is scheduled to begin on Monday, November 25 and is expected to be completed in three working days, weather permitting. Detour: Bradley Road from Alturas Drive to Bradley Circle Bradley Circle from…

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El Paso County Celebrates Completion of Rex and Meridian Roads Intersection Improvements

November 21, 2024 – El Paso County officials, project team members, and community stakeholders gathered today to celebrate the completion of the $9.9 million Rex and Meridian Roads Intersection Improvements Project. Completed in just 10 months, this major infrastructure initiative delivers crucial safety and capacity enhancements to one of the county’s rapidly growing areas. “This project…

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El Paso County Offices Closed November 28 and 29 for Thanksgiving Holiday

November 21, 2024 – El Paso County administrative and elected administrative offices and affiliated agencies will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office will be closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 for administrative services, however, emergency services such…

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Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Housing Authority Board

November 18, 2024 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the El Paso County Housing Authority Board. Applications for the open position are due by November 29, 2024. The Housing Authority Board is currently seeking one new member with knowledge and experience related to multifamily housing finance…

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El Paso County Facilities ADA Team Announces Grand Opening of ADA Accessible Dog Run at Fountain Creek Regional Park

November 15, 2024 – In collaboration with Veterans Services and the Parks Division, the El Paso County Facilities ADA Team is pleased to welcome the community and media to the grand opening event of the newly updated ADA-accessible dog park at Fountain Creek Regional Park. Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024, Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Fountain Creek…

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Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Park Fee Advisory Committee

November 15, 2024 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Park Fee Advisory Committee. Applications for the open position are due by November 29, 2024. The Park Fee Advisory Committee meets to establish fair and equitable annual park development fees in lieu of land dedication as…

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El Paso County Opens Nominations for 2024 Veteran of the Year

November 12, 2024 – The El Paso County Division of Veterans Services is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2024 El Paso County Veteran of the Year award. This annual award recognizes an exceptional local Veteran who has demonstrated exemplary military service, outstanding community involvement, and dedicated support for fellow Veterans. “We…