Infrastructure, Subdivisions, and County Facilities
Summary
The county is using existing savings from older bond projects to fix the leaking courthouse roof, upgrade jail technology, and build restrooms in parks like Ruben Estrella Park. This ensures critical repairs happen without raising new debt or taxes.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 23
- Last 30 days
- 7
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Approximately $1.7 million reallocated from existing bond savings.
County residents, court visitors, detainees, and parkgoers.
Residents may face higher monthly water bills if rate increases are approved.
Mentions & discussions (28)
El Paso names new Director of Public Works
El Paso names new Director of Public Works KTSM 9 News
Lane closures coming to Pellicano project this weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- El Paso County is notifying residents of lane closures and a full overnight closure for the Pellicano Widening Project. Crews with Hawk Constructions will begin making a final traffic shift for the Pellicano Phase I Project, ...
Commissioners Court Regular - Business - Sep 28, 2026
The county is using existing savings from older bond projects to fix the leaking courthouse roof, upgrade jail technology, and build restrooms in parks like Ruben Estrella Park. This ensures critical repairs happen without raising new debt or taxes.
UTEP, EPCC enrollment grows; county breaks ground on $27 million medical examiner facility
This week: This week: UTEP and EPCC enrollment grows, El Paso County breaks ground on a medical examiner facility, and the city considers shifting housing funds. The post UTEP, EPCC enrollment grows; county breaks ground on $27 million medical examin...
Sinkhole swallows police car after water main break near El Dorado High School
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso Water said a 16-inch water main break happened in Far East El Paso Friday. At the scene, ABC-7 saw a Socorro Independent School District police car in a sinkhole. The break caused the nearby El Dorado High School to d...
$25.7 million rail project aims to ease congestion at Texas Tech Health El Paso
The project will separate Rick Francis Street from Union Pacific tracks, reducing train delays and improving access near Texas Tech Health El Paso’s growing medical campus. The post $25.7 million rail project aims to ease congestion at Texas Tech Hea...
HOME begins demolition of former headquarters in South Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Housing Opportunity Management Enterprises (HOME) has begun demolition of its former headquarters at 5300 E. Paisano Drive. According to HOME officials, the building served the community for more than three decades, as th...
Aging pipeline failure caused multi-day water outage for El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A massive water main break in January left approximately 100,000 El Paso residents without water or facing low pressure for several days. "I think for the residents in the Northeast, we failed them," said Gilbert Trejo, vice ...
Pellicano Drive construction phase 1 set for completion by December
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- For six years, lane closures and orange signs have been a common sight with construction along Pellicano Drive in El Paso. The project may be reaching a new milestone after changing contractors in 2023. In 2017, El Paso Count...
Commissioners Court - Special Meeting - Aug 20, 2026
The Court is weighing whether to keep managing the water system or look for a partner, as costs continue to rise.
Border highway extension’s latest route shifts around Rio Bosque. Some homeowners are still pushing back
Border Highway East is intended to alleviate traffic in the Lower Valley corridor that includes the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo, Socorro and San Elizario. Here’s what’s next. The post Border highway extension’s latest route shifts around Rio Bosque. Some h...
El Paso Water reports outage in West El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- According to El Paso Water, there is a broken valve located near Emory and Sunset Rd which has caused low water pressure or no water service to customers in that area. The utility says that crews are working to repair the bro...
The path ahead: El Paso County recreational trail targeted for 2035 completion
The path ahead: El Paso County recreational trail targeted for 2035 completion El Paso Matters
Building flood resilience in El Paso: Inside El Paso Water’s stormwater improvements
In El Paso, stormwater can move fast. A short, intense rainstorm can send runoff from mountains, through streets and arroyos toward neighborhoods and major roads in minutes, creating safety risks for residents, drivers and businesses. That is why El ...
The path ahead: El Paso County recreational trail targeted for 2035 completion
The 70-mile Paso del Norte Trail will connect the east and west sides. The post The path ahead: El Paso County recreational trail targeted for 2035 completion appeared first on El Paso Matters.
El Paso County seeks sealed bids for Ascension Roadway Reconstruction Project
El Paso County seeks sealed bids for Ascension Roadway Reconstruction Project KDBC
County seeks new operator for El Paso County Coliseum as bids due
County seeks new operator for El Paso County Coliseum as bids due KFOX
Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions - Jul 6, 2026
The county is applying for a $21 million grant to fix aging water pipes and hydrants in East Montana. This is a major effort to stop water loss and improve service without hitting taxpayers' wallets.
Commissioners Court - Special Meeting - Jun 18, 2026
The county is moving forward with major upgrades to Ascarate Park, including better trails and lake repairs. These changes are meant to keep the park as a top destination for local events and recreation.
Commissioners Court - Special Meeting - May 21, 2026
The County is coordinating with El Paso Electric and El Paso Water to ensure infrastructure can handle the region's rapid growth and industrial development.
Commissioners Court Regular - Business - May 11, 2026
The county is bringing high-speed wireless internet to Fabens and Tornillo using a $2.85 million federal grant.
El Paso City Council approves I-10 Deck Plaza MOU
El Paso City Council approves I-10 Deck Plaza MOU elpasotimes.com
City of El Paso joins County in approving non-binding MOU for Downtown I-10 Deck Plaza
City of El Paso joins County in approving non-binding MOU for Downtown I-10 Deck Plaza KVIA
El Paso County signs nonbinding MOU to stay involved in I-10 deck plaza planning
El Paso County signs nonbinding MOU to stay involved in I-10 deck plaza planning KFOX
El Paso expands landfill with $20M project, adding 12 years of capacity amid growth
El Paso expands landfill with $20M project, adding 12 years of capacity amid growth KFOX
City celebrates $20M expansion of Greater El Paso landfill
City celebrates $20M expansion of Greater El Paso landfill KFOX
Commissioners Court Regular - Resolutions - Mar 2, 2026
Residents are concerned that the golf course has declined in quality over the last two years and are asking the County to address these maintenance issues.
Commissioners Court - Special Meeting - Jan 15, 2026
Small municipalities like Socorro, Horizon City, and Vinton are working with the county to share costs for roads, water, and emergency services.
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