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Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Aug 17, 2026, up from 2 in the two months before.
Public comments (12)
Addressed the Commissioners Court regarding tax increases driven by the Sheriff's Department budget deficit and questioned the Sheriff's absence and spending practices.
Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions - Sep 21, 2026 · 3:01:05 →Spoke against abortion and fetal tissue research, thanking elected officials who take pro-life stands.
Veterans Advisory Board - Sep 15, 2026 · 1:40:01 →Spoke on behalf of the Sober Streets Movement supporting law enforcement and urging full funding for a dedicated DWI task force to prevent drunk driving tragedies.
Veterans Advisory Board - Sep 15, 2026 · 8:45:41 →Criticized the county's spending priorities, pointing to severe food insecurity among local children and families while questioning administrative expenditures.
Veterans Advisory Board - Sep 15, 2026 · 1:31:20 →Provided an update on the upcoming NAACP Texas State Convention in downtown El Paso and announced that Commissioner David Stout would receive the Torchbearer Award.
Veterans Advisory Board - Sep 15, 2026 · 1:36:36 →Questioned the county's budgeting practices regarding long-vacant positions, pointing out that numerous unfilled positions remain budgeted across various departments.
Veterans Advisory Board - Sep 15, 2026 · 10:04:56 →Requested to be excluded from the 4% elected officials pay increase in solidarity with county employees.
Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions - Aug 17, 2026 · 2:45:07 →Spoke regarding political party processes and electoral college members.
Civil Service Commission - Regular Meeting - Aug 4, 2026 · 21:59:30 →Submitted written public comment reflecting on Juneteenth, Father's Day, and the personal story of Roland Warren, CEO of CareNet, highlighting the role of fathers in unplanned pregnancies.
Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions - Jun 29, 2026 · 2:40:54 →A resident asked about an MOU with 'Laws and Paws' and commented on Sheriff's Office budget discussions.
Commissioners Court Regular - Business - Apr 27, 2026 · 1:30:14 →Announced that El Paso County received the GFOA Distinguished Budget Award for the ninth consecutive year and introduced new assistant budget director Maria Chavez.
Sheriff's Civil Service Commission - Apr 6, 2026 · 1:35:37 →Expressed concern regarding county budget challenges and the potential need for employee furloughs, asking the court to explore solutions.
Commissioners Court Regular - Business - Mar 23, 2026 · 4:22:15 →News & external sources (10)
El Paso doctor faces assault charge; UTEP teacher program shows student gains
This week: An El Paso doctor is arrested, UTEP’s teacher residency shows gains, and sheriff’s overtime spending returns to county scrutiny. The post El Paso doctor faces assault charge; UTEP teacher program shows student gains appeared first on El Pa...
EPWater invites customers to community meetings on FY 2027-28 Budget priorities
Customers can learn about budget scenarios and weigh in on how EPWater balances affordability, reliability and future infrastructure needs. The post EPWater invites customers to community meetings on FY 2027-28 Budget priorities appeared first on El ...
Precinct 2 county commissioner candidates offer mixed budget solutions – some beyond their control
Democrat Miguel Teran faces Republican Matt Sistrunk in the Nov. 3 election to represent El Paso County. The post Precinct 2 county commissioner candidates offer mixed budget solutions – some beyond their control appeared first on El Paso Matters.
Retired El Paso priest Msgr. Arturo Bañuelas to be honored for decades of service; county denies sheriff’s overtime for Usher concert
Catholic Extension Society to honor Msgr. Bañuelas with the prestigious Lumen Christi Award. Plus, CREEED launches a new program; no overtime for sheriff’s deputies for concert work; city applies for $4 million in Meta grants, and West Nile case conf...
Commissioners Court letter demands ‘immediate action’ by sheriff on overtime spending
A Sept. 15 letter directs El Paso County Sheriff Oscar Ugarte to halt unauthorized overtime and identify funding as the office approaches a $6 million shortfall driven largely by overtime costs at jails. The post Commissioners Court letter demands ‘i...
El Paso County adds millions to sheriff budget as jail overtime concerns persist
Commissioners approved a nearly $143 million Sheriff’s Office budget and renewed demands for details about overtime spending as jail operations face a projected $4.7 million year-end shortfall this fiscal year. The post El Paso County adds millions t...
Back in the classroom: El Paso ISD administrators substitute as cost-saving measure
El Paso ISD’s new substitute program puts central office administrators – including the superintendent – back in classrooms while helping reduce costs. The post Back in the classroom: El Paso ISD administrators substitute as cost-saving measure appea...
Lincoln Park adds Chicano Park to name; city opens Adopt-A-Street program
This week: Lincoln Park honors its Chicano legacy, El Paso opens Adopt-A-Street to the public and commissioners approve the hospital district tax rate and budget. The post Lincoln Park adds Chicano Park to name; city opens Adopt-A-Street program appe...
Podcast: Ysleta High School turns 100 as football, school’s history and YISD finances converge
Amid financial challenges and declining enrollment at El Paso’s public school districts, Ysleta Independent School District managed to direct some funds to repair the field at Hutchins Stadium. The post Podcast: Ysleta High School turns 100 as footba...
How Clint ISD holds strong reserves as other El Paso school districts struggle
Clint ISD adopted a balanced budget and the highest tax rate allowed without an election, while maintaining strong reserves and investing into facilities The post How Clint ISD holds strong reserves as other El Paso school districts struggle appeared...