The pond at Homestead Ranch Regional Park tested above the recommended safety threshold for Microcystins, which is associated with a bloom of blue-green algae according to results for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) in Denver. El Paso County Parks staff will be posting signs on Saturday to avoid contact with the…
El Paso County Department of Public Works will temporarily close the southbound lane of Old Meridian Road, between McLaughlin Road and U.S. Highway 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Monday, Aug. 26, to work on signage near the Falcon Fire Department Station #3.
El Paso County Department of Public Works is hiring for multiple positions including Maintenance Workers, Fleet Technicians and a Lead Body Maintenance Technician. Hiring for entry-level positions up to experienced technicians and CDL drivers. Full-Time positions available offering excellent benefits! Interviews will be taking place on-site and computers will be available for candidates to apply.…
Taking a proactive step for the health of residents and pets, El Paso Parks gathered water samples from six bodies of water on Monday and sent the samples to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) in Denver. “We are aware of other area ponds temporarily closing due to algae concerns,” said Brian…
The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the Colorado Springs Sports Authority. Applications are due by September 3, 2019. The Colorado Springs Sports Authority is currently seeking one (1) Director to be appointed by the Board of County Commissioners of El Paso County. The…
El Paso County Assessor Steve Schleiker invites county residents to one of three special open houses to discuss and hear from citizens about short-term rental properties. “I am a firm believer in transparency and hearing from County residents,” Assessor Schleiker said. “I am holding these open houses about short-term rentals for the same reason I…
El Paso County Fair staff presented a review of the 2019 County Fair to the Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019.
El Paso County Department of Public Works continues safety and drainage improvements along the southern portion of Monument Hill Road. Monument Hill Road from the south entrance of Palmer Ridge High School to and including the Deer Creek intersection will be open to traffic on Sunday, August 18. Drivers should expect shoulder work to continue.…
A bat found at the Rainbow Falls Historic Site near Manitou Springs was recently confirmed to have rabies, making it the 12th animal to test positive for the disease in El Paso County this year. People who may have come in contact with, or had their pets come in contact with, the bat are encouraged…
The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Planning Commission. Applications are due by August 22, 2019. The Planning Commission is currently seeking three (3) Associate members. The Planning Commission reviews planning petitions and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on land…
