Beyond the Dais

El Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles. As the most populous county in Colorado, El Paso County has just as many stories to tell as people to tell them. This podcast will endeavor to share those stories.

From local government officials to leaders in the community, Beyond the Dais will step off the elevated platform of the Chamber and shine a spotlight on the people working to make El Paso County a great place to visit, work, and live.

The Courier

The Courier is a quarterly publication that is circulated physically and virtually to the residents in our community, informing them of County services, values, events, and stories.

The Courier makes it so that every resident of El Paso County can better understand which government services the county offers and how they can benefit from and be involved in local government initiatives.

This not only helps our residents to better grasp where their tax dollars are spent and how local government works, but it also highlights collaborations and partnerships, informing residents of what is going on in the region.

2024 Budget Information

Pursuant to Colorado law, the Board of County Commissioners must adopt the annual balanced budget by December of each year, by starting the process in October.

El Paso County Elected Officials and County Departments present budget requests and critical needs to the Board of County Commissioners during the annual budget process.

American Rescue Plan Act

On May 10, 2021, the U.S. Department of the Treasury launched the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Program authorized pursuant to the American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”). ARPA is bringing one-time funding to our State and County that will assist in the recovery of our region.

The State of Colorado received $3.8 billion, and El Paso County received $139,929,837 based on the County’s population. Learn more about El Paso County’s ARPA Funding.

Strategic Plan Accountability Dashboard

Explore how El Paso County is turning goals into action. The new Strategic Plan Dashboard offers real-time insights into priorities like infrastructure, public trust, service quality, and safety, showcasing our commitment to transparency and measurable results.

Cafe Conversations with Commissioners

El Paso County is excited to announce a new program – “Café Conversations with Commissioners” – which provides an opportunity for residents to engage with commissioners in a casual setting.

These informal meetups allow for El Paso County citizens to ask questions, share concerns and learn more about county initiatives from their own elected officials. Events will be held within each commissioner district, allowing attendees the chance to grab a cup of coffee while casually connecting with fellow residents and local leaders. Times and locations below will be updated as additional conversations are they are scheduled, so be sure to check back often and follow us on social media to stay in the loop.

2025 El Paso County Fair

The El Paso County Fair returns July 12–19, 2025, in Calhan, Colorado, to celebrate 120 years! Honoring the Fair’s humble beginnings as a potato festival, the 2025 El Paso County Fair, A Spudtacular Journey, will take visitors on a journey through the decades with themed days, thrilling entertainment, and classic fair traditions.

Each day will highlight a different historical era, allowing visitors to experience the past with themed activities, exhibits, and opportunities to dress in vintage fashion. From the early 1900s to today, visitors can celebrate how the El Paso County Fair and the community have evolved.

Visit elpasocountyfair.com to purchase tickets and for more information.

Citizen Connect

Citizen Connect is a website and mobile app that helps you connect with your local government, access services, and have problems addressed effectively and efficiently. You can track the progress of any request and keep a record of what El Paso County has done to help meet your specific needs

Download the Citizen Connect mobile app or visit CitizenConnect.elpasoco.com to connect directly with your County Commissioner or submit service requests for any road, park, or other issues!