County moving ahead with projects approved by voters
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso County is moving ahead with $155 million of projects that were approved by voters during the November election, County officials said.
During a special meeting on Friday, March 28, Commissioners Court heard an update on the projects that were approved by the voters during a general-obligation bond election this past November.
Three of the five ballot propositions passed.
Here is a breakdown:
· Proposition A – Approximately $95.6 million to construct, renovate, and expand regional and neighborhood parks across the County.
· Proposition B – Approximately $26.7 million to construct a new, state-of-the-art Office of the Medical Examiner.
· Proposition E – Approximately $32.7 million to build a new County Animal Shelter, enhancing services for stray animals and supporting public health and rehabilitation efforts.
Projects are expected to be done by 2028, County officials said.
The County's Capital Improvement Bond Plan is being rolled out in multiple phases, including the procurement of design and engineering services for the projects, the County said. Construction bids will follow, with design kickoffs on several projects expected later this year.
The County is launching a dedicated webpage and public dashboard to provide real-time updates on project progress, financial expenditures, contractor selections, and community benefits. Residents can also expect regular updates through social media, newsletters, community meetings, and signs at the various construction sites.
For detailed information on each of the projects, and for ongoing updates, visit capital.epcounty.com or email CapitalPlanning@EPCounty.com.
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