Tribune news briefs for April 1
Work zone impacts: Construction continues on Beacon Lite Road
As El Paso County continues construction along Beacon Lite Road, county officials are warning drivers to expect changing traffic conditions and possible delays in the project area between Wakonda Way and Bricker Road.
Crews are completing trench evacuation, utility relocation and storm sewer installations on the east half of Beacon Lite Road, officials said in a March 23 news release.
Once the east half is completed, crews will shift traffic and begin work on the west half of the road.
Drivers should follow posted signs and be cautious near crews and equipment.
Travelers can access an alternate route around the construction using Wakonda Way, Aries Drive, Indi Drive and Palmer Divide Road.
Drivers should follow posted detour signs. Large trucks and other vehicles making deliveries that aren’t part of the construction project are encouraged to use the suggested alternative route to improve safety near the work zone.
Visit the project website for updates and more information, publicworks.elpasoco.com/beacon-lite-road-project.
Volunteer needed for El Paso County Fairgrounds Corporation
The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking a community-minded resident volunteer to serve on the Fairgrounds Corporation.
The Fairgrounds Corporation is a nonprofit established by the county commissioners to acquire, manage and/or hold a liquor license assigned to the El Paso County Fairgrounds; to support the use of the El Paso County Fairgrounds for special events which the consumption of alcohol is desired; and through its operation, to provide funding to support the El Paso County Fair, the El Paso County Fair and Events Complex, and the El Paso County 4-H program.
Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Swink Hall on the El Paso County Fairgrounds, 366 10th St. in Calhan.
The volunteer application is online at elpasoco.com and can be accessed at bocc.elpasoco.com/volunteer.
For questions, please contact volunteer@elpasoco.com or write to:
Board of County Commissioners
Attn: BCA
200 S. Cascade Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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