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October 15, 2020 –El Paso County Economic Development is offering a free webinar on Thursday, November 12th, focused on renter’s resources.

The webinar will focus on two topics:

1. The first topic will be the rights renters have as tenants, from anti-discrimination to reasonable accommodation for disabilities.

2. The other topic of discussion will be the resources available in El Paso County for rental assistance and other services.

Questions are welcomed during the webinar, but no legal advice can be given.

The webinar will be presented on November 12th in two sessions at 12:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

Both sessions will utilize the same presentation; however, comments and questions may steer the focus to different topics.

To register for the event or questions, contact Eric Leonard, Housing Analyst, at (719) 520- 6481 or ericleonard@elpasoco.com.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), El Paso County will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities.

Anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this meeting should make the request as soon as possible but no later than 24 hours before the scheduled event.

The webinar will be hosted through Microsoft Teams, and closed captioning will be provided automatically through the program. Additionally, citizens who are deaf and hard of hearing may dial 711 or 800-659-3656 Relay Colorado (voice) or 800-659-2656 (TTY). Foreign language services, American Sign Language interpreters, and specialty printed materials may be requested at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.