El Paso County, Colorado, November, 9, 2026 – El Paso County Executive Director of Facilities and Strategic Infrastructure Management Brian Olson will retire in February 2027 after nearly 16 years with the County. His service has included improving public facilities, supporting disaster recovery and managing resources that help keep County services available to residents.
Olson was promoted to his current role in January 2018. Through strategic planning, operational improvements and more efficient use of County facilities, he helped save the County millions of dollars while improving the functionality and long-term value of public assets.
“Brian has served El Paso County through major emergencies and helped improve the facilities our residents and employees rely on every day,” said Sunny Bryant, Deputy County Administrator. “We thank him for his leadership, his responsible stewardship of public resources and his commitment to this community. We wish him well in his retirement.”
Olson joined El Paso County in April 2011 as the Sales and Use Tax Administrator. In that position, he established processes and policies that remain in use today, helping build a consistent foundation for County operations.
During the Waldo Canyon Fire, Black Forest Fire, and two major flooding disasters, Olson tracked and managed financial aspects of the incidents, coordinated recovery efforts, and served as the Interagency Relations Officer. His responsibilities supported interagency collaboration during emergency response and recovery.
Olson also led facility operations throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Working with County employees and community partners, he helped maintain safe, healthy, and operational facilities for employees and residents who depend on County services.
A Pikes Peak Region resident for more than 52 years, Olson has served the community in a variety of professional roles.
“As I look back on my career with El Paso County, I am proud of the lasting impact of these accomplishments and grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the growth, resilience, and success of our community,” Olson said. “It has been an honor to serve the residents of El Paso County and the Pikes Peak Region.”
The policies, processes, and facility improvements established during his tenure will continue to support cost-effective operations and the long-term management of County assets.
More information about El Paso County is available at www.ElPasoCo.com.