January 8, 2026 – El Paso County officials announced that the Palmer Park Drainage Improvements Project has successfully advanced through an important legislative milestone in Congress, following leadership from Congressman Jeff Crank. This action keeps the project moving forward and brings El Paso County closer to delivering key infrastructure enhancements.

The Palmer Park Drainage Improvements Project represents a forward-looking infrastructure investment that enhances public safety, improves access, and supports a more reliable transportation network for El Paso County.

“Congressman Jeff Crank continues to prove himself as a strong advocate for El Paso County,” said Carrie Geitner, Chair of the El Paso County Board of Commissioners. “This project advanced because he knows how to move priorities through the legislative process. His leadership pushed the project past a critical goalpost, keeping it on track and moving closer to completion. Congressman Crank’s efforts are producing real progress—improving infrastructure, enhancing safety, and delivering meaningful results for our community.”

“I am pleased that my office has secured this crucial project to replace the aging storm sewer system along Palmer Park Boulevard in Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District,” said Representative Jeff Crank (CO-05). “I thank El Paso County Commissioner Chair Carrie Geitner for bringing this project forward and working with my office to deliver results for the people of El Paso County. I look forward to the CJS Appropriations bill next passing the Senate and being signed into law.”

County leaders expressed appreciation for Congressman Crank’s continued partnership and focus on local priorities, reinforcing El Paso County’s ability to move forward with infrastructure solutions that support long-term growth, safety, and reliability.

El Paso County will continue working with Congressman Crank and federal partners to advance projects that strengthen local infrastructure and support the county’s long-term priorities.

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