May 21, 2026 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the City / County Drainage Board. Applications for the open position are due by June 19, 2026. The City / County Drainage Board acts as an advisory board to the Colorado Springs City Council and the…
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May 20, 2026 – El Paso County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) is providing the following road and construction updates for the week. Pedestrian Intersection Safety Improvements Project – Cody Drive & Spur Drive Pedestrian Improvement Project Beginning Wednesday, May 27, construction will begin at the intersection of Cody Drive and Spur Drive in Security-Widefield as…
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May 13, 2026 – The El Paso County Office of Planning & Community Development is proud to introduce a new Planning Projects Dashboard, which will allow anyone to view approved and active projects in unincorporated El Paso County. The dashboard will include future projects and all projects dating back to 2023. The map and tool…
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May 13, 2026 – El Paso County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) is providing the following road and construction updates for the week. Woodmoor Drive Pedestrian Crossing Improvement Project Beginning on Monday, May 18, construction will begin at the intersection of Woodmoor Drive and Willow Park Way in Monument, as part of a project that includes…
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May 7, 2026 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners announces vacancies on the El Paso County Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Advisory Board. The role of the El Paso County CSBG Advisory Board is to participate actively in the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of the CSBG program in El Paso County and making…
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May 7, 2026 – The El Paso County Division of Veterans Services announced Larry Peterson as the 2025 El Paso County Veteran of the Year. Mr. Peterson was recognized at the Military Affairs Council Armed Forces Luncheon on May 7, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Larry Peterson is a highly decorated…
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May 6, 2026 – El Paso County has been recognized with the Patriot Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a program of the U.S. Department of War, in recognition of the County’s critical role in maintaining the readiness and effectiveness of the National Guard and Reserve. The Patriot Award…
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May 6, 2026 – El Paso County’s Department of Public Works (DPW) has no new road or construction impacts to announce this week. DPW continues to advance multiple infrastructure and roadway improvement projects across the County. Short-notice traffic or construction changes—including temporary closures, schedule adjustments, or added night work—are shared as DPW Traffic & Construction Alerts on the…
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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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