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Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Housing Authority Board

November 18, 2024 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the El Paso County Housing Authority Board. Applications for the open position are due by November 29, 2024. The Housing Authority Board is currently seeking one new member with knowledge and experience related to multifamily housing finance…

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El Paso County Facilities ADA Team Announces Grand Opening of ADA Accessible Dog Run at Fountain Creek Regional Park

November 15, 2024 – In collaboration with Veterans Services and the Parks Division, the El Paso County Facilities ADA Team is pleased to welcome the community and media to the grand opening event of the newly updated ADA-accessible dog park at Fountain Creek Regional Park. Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024, Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Fountain Creek…

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Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Park Fee Advisory Committee

November 15, 2024 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Park Fee Advisory Committee. Applications for the open position are due by November 29, 2024. The Park Fee Advisory Committee meets to establish fair and equitable annual park development fees in lieu of land dedication as…

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El Paso County Opens Nominations for 2024 Veteran of the Year

November 12, 2024 – The El Paso County Division of Veterans Services is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2024 El Paso County Veteran of the Year award. This annual award recognizes an exceptional local Veteran who has demonstrated exemplary military service, outstanding community involvement, and dedicated support for fellow Veterans. “We…

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El Paso County Parks Invites the Public To Review the Draft Paint Mines Interpretive Park Master Plan

November 12, 2024 – El Paso County Parks and Community Services, along with DHM Design, invites citizens to review the Paint Mines Interpretive Park Master Plan. Learn more about this unique natural and historic place, the in-depth master planning process, and comment about the future of Paint Mines Interpretive Park, including recommended improvements, management, and maintenance. The Master Plan highlights the exceptional archaeological and geological history of the…

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Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Community Development Advisory Board

November 12, 2024 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Community Development Advisory Board. Applications for the open position are due by January 31, 2025. The Community Development Advisory Board is currently seeking one new member currently residing in and…

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EL PASO COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES CLOSED FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2024, DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

El Paso County, Colorado, November 8, 2024 – El Paso County administrative, elected administrative offices, and affiliated agencies are CLOSED on Friday, November 8, 2024, due to inclement weather conditions. Exceptions include mission-essential personnel and the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office Election Staff, Election Judges, and essential supporting department personnel. The El Paso…

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El Paso County Offices Closed Monday, November 11, 2024 for Veterans Day

El Paso County, Colorado, November 7, 2024 – El Paso County administrative and elected administrative offices and affiliated agencies will be closed on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. The closure includes the following: El Paso County Assessor’s Office El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office (all locations) The North Branch, located at Union…

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