We have another video update for you on the Westside Avenue Action Plan. (WAAP) We are very happy to have Columbia Rd back open and we’re so close to getting the new bridge open. Check out the video for the full update and the plans for the next couple weeks.
The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office conducted a public Logic and Accuracy test on all ballot counting equipment that will be used for the 2018 General Election. This includes the Central Count Optical Scanners, and Voter Service and Polling Center ADA accessible ballot-marking devices. Each component was tested to verify that it is…
“World Habitat Day is one day set aside annually to recognize the concerns and conditions of adequate shelter for all people, and to encourage grassroots action toward improving housing conditions worldwide,” said Commissioner Peggy Littleton as she read the Proclamation into the record. The Board of El Paso County Commissioners at its regular meeting on…
It’s budget season, and El Paso County wants to invite everyone to several public hearings on the 2019 preliminary budget. The El Paso County Financial Services Department presented the Preliminary Balanced Budget at the Sept. 20, 2018 Board of County Commissioners meeting. The next budget hearings will be held Tuesday, Oct. 16 and Thursday, Oct.…
Looking for a way to boost your own knowledge while helping your business? The Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering the following workshops in October: Thursday, October 04, 2018 Boot Camp: Steps to Owning Your Business Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Mountain Location: Pikes Peak SBDC, 559 East Pikes Peak Avenue,…
El Paso County Parks to host several events in October including a Cornhole tournament at Black Forest Regional Park. Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day Saturday, October 6, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. At Fox Run Regional Park El Paso County Parks, Medicine Wheel and Cafe Velo wants you to join them for National…
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for October 2018 which includes: ducks, gnomes, Webelos Scouts, Harvest Festival, pumpkin carving and annual Jack-O-Lantern trail. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Nature Adventures: Sensational Seeds Thursday, Oct.…
VIDEO: El Paso County’s Veterans Service Office honored Victor M. Fernandez on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018 as the Veteran of the Year. Among other El Paso County Community endeavors, Fernandez has been the driving force behind the establishment of the Pikes Peak National Veterans Cemetery. “The idea of Veteran of the Year was suggested by…
We just finished up another episode of Explore Our Parks and this time we’re featuring the Fountain Creek Nature Center. It’s very different than the Bear Creek Nature Center. It’s known for its birds, butterflies, and beautiful wetlands. For more information, visit the Fountain Creek Nature Center webpage.
The County Commissioners received some encouraging news indicating that a community wide collaborative effort to reduce teen suicides is starting to make a difference. Commissioners have recognized September as National Suicide Prevention Month. Commissioner Peggy Littleton, who also serves as member of the Board of Health, requested the update. Over the past five years…
