May 6, 2026 – El Paso County administrative, elected administrative offices, and affiliated agencies will be open during normal business hours on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. The Clerk and Recorder’s Office and DMV’s will be closed, Wednesday, May 6, 2026, due to inclement weather. For Motor Vehicle Services visit a kiosk or go online to dmv.colorado.gov. We…
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May 4, 2026 – El Paso County Facilities will begin accessibility improvements at the Citizens Service Center Parking Garage, located at 1679 Garden of the Gods Road in Colorado Springs, on Friday, May 8, 2026. Construction is expected to continue until mid-late June 2026. The project will enhance access for residents and visitors by upgrading…
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April 29, 2026 – El Paso County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) is providing the following road and construction updates for the week. Ford Street Drainage Improvement Project Beginning on April 28, Ford Street will be closed between Galley Road and Seneca Road as part of an ongoing drainage improvements project near the intersection of Ford…
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El Paso County, Colorado, April 27, 2026 – The El Paso County Department of Public Works is proud to announce it has successfully completed the American Public Works Association (APWA) accreditation evaluation process and has been recommended for accreditation, a nationally recognized distinction that reflects excellence in public works leadership, management, and service delivery. With this…
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April 27, 2026 – Colorado law requires the county assessor to hear objections to real property classifications and valuations beginning May 1, 2026. Objections to the valuation or classification of real property must be postmarked, delivered, or presented in person to the county assessor’s office no later than June 8, 2026. Colorado law requires the…
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El Paso County, Colorado, April 24, 2026 – The El Paso County Department of Public Works (DPW) Fleet Division has again been named one of the NAFA 100 Best Fleets in the Americas for 2026, earning a ranking of #37—an improvement from #65 in 2025. The recognition reflects the Division’s continued focus on reliable, cost-effective…
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April 21, 2026 – As winter weather recedes and construction season begins, the El Paso County Department of Public Works is encouraging residents to use its online “Cone Zone Map” to stay informed about roadway projects and permitted work that may affect travel. Spring and summer are the busiest months for paving, preservation, drainage improvements, and…
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April 14, 2026 – The El Paso County Board of County Commissioners approved updates to the Department of Public Works’ Stormwater Program Criteria and Stormwater Ordinance. The updates reflect evolving state and federal requirements under the Clean Water Act and ensure the County’s stormwater program remains aligned with current water quality standards while protecting the community…
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April 8, 2026 – Beginning April 9, 2026, El Paso County will implement new lane reductions on Struthers Road, along with continued traffic shifts on North Gate Boulevard near its intersection with Struthers Road, as part of an ongoing stormwater improvement project. Northbound and southbound traffic on Struthers Road will be reduced to one lane in…
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April 7, 2026 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the El Paso County Housing Authority Board. The Housing Authority Board is currently seeking one new member with knowledge and experience related to multifamily housing finance and/or development. The El Paso County Housing Authority was…
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