The Communications Department provides key services to County staff, volunteers, community partners, and citizens. Their responsibilities and services include:

  • Delivering timely and accurate information and administrative support related to the duties of Elected Offices and Officials.
  • Supporting the County’s various public service and outreach initiatives.
  • Creating and maintaining multi-media educational materials and publications.
  • Handling media relations and website resources.
  • Processing Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requests related to County operations.
  • Organizing special events and forums to engage citizens in County government.
Josh Poland, Communications Executive Director

Executive Director of Communications,

Josh Poland

Deputy Director of Communications Natalie Sosa professional photo.

Deputy Executive Director of Communications,

Natalie Sosa

Contact:

Telephone: (719) 992-0090

Email: EPCPIO@elpasoco.com

Location:

15 E. Vermijo Ave.

Colorado Springs, CO 80903-2208

Media Relations

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Meet the Team

Meet the people behind El Paso County’s communications. Learn more about the team working to keep residents informed, connected, and engaged with County programs, services, and initiatives.

El Paso County News

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Featured News

Retirement announcement featuring a portrait of Brian Olson above the El Paso County logo, with downtown Colorado Springs and mountains in the background. Text reads: “El Paso County Facilities Executive Director Brian Olson Announces Retirement After 16 Years at El Paso County.” Website: elpasoco.com.

El Paso County Announces Retirement of Facilities Executive Director Brian Olson

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. …

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