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El Paso County to Implement Changing Traffic Patterns as Part of Ongoing Stormwater Improvement Project Along North Gate Boulevard

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March 3, 2026 – Beginning March 4, 2026, El Paso County will implement new shifting traffic patterns along North Gate Boulevard between northbound I-25 and Struthers Road as part of an ongoing stormwater improvement project. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction (eastbound and westbound) along North Gate Boulevard within the project limits.…

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Volunteers Needed for Pioneer Village Roads Advisory Committee

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February 26, 2026 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the Pioneer Village Roads Public Improvement District Advisory Committee. The Pioneer Village Roads Public Improvement District Advisory Committee is currently seeking two (2) members. In conjunction with the establishment of the El Paso County Pioneer…

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Bear Creek Nature Center Celebrates 50 Years of Connecting Community to Nature

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February 25, 2026 – In 2026, Bear Creek Nature Center will celebrate 50 years of connecting residents and visitors to the natural world. Established in 1976 as the Solar Trails Center, it became Colorado’s first nature center and has since served generations through environmental education, conservation, and community engagement. The anniversary coincides with the nation’s…

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El Paso County to Modify Traffic Access at Meridian Drive and Owl Place

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February 23, 2026 – El Paso County will modify traffic access at Meridian Drive and Owl Place as part of roadway improvements in the Falcon area. Beginning Monday, March 2, 2026, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the northbound outer lane of Meridian Drive will be closed between Eastonville Road and Owl Place for approximately three days, weather…

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El Paso County to Improve Drainage at the Intersection of Ford Street and Seneca Road

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February 19, 2026 – El Paso County is reconstructing a drainage ditch near the intersection of Ford Street and Seneca Road, extending toward Valley Street. The project will replace the existing channel with reinforced concrete to improve long-term durability and provide a minor increase in drainage capacity. Construction started on Wednesday, February 18, and is expected…

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El Paso County Offices Closed February 16 in Observance of Presidents Day

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February 12, 2026 – El Paso County administrative and elected administrative offices and affiliated agencies will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents Day. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office administration services will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026. However, emergency services such as our 9-1-1 Regional Communications Center, detention operations, and…

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El Paso County Advances Data-Driven Intersection Safety Improvements Across the County

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February 11, 2026 – The Department of Public Works (DPW) is advancing a comprehensive, data-driven Intersection Safety Improvement Program focused on reducing serious and fatal crashes at high-risk intersections across the County.  Guided by Board of County Commissioners direction and funding, the program prioritizes locations based on crash history and field reviews, with a focus on…

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