Volunteer Boards and Commissions

Volunteers Needed for the City/County Drainage Board

El Paso County, CO, May 20, 2026 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the City / County Drainage Board. Applications for the open position are due by June 19, 2026.

The City / County Drainage Board acts as an advisory board to the Colorado Springs City Council and the El Paso County Board of Commissioners regarding (1) subdivision codes and regulations relating to the drainage and control of flood and surface waters and (2) administration of the Subdivision Storm Drainage funds. The board also works closely with the City Engineer and County Engineer to make recommendations on new drainage studies and fees.

Specific duties and responsibilities of the board include: Makes recommendations regarding the investment of funds that may temporarily accumulate in the Storm Drainage funds. Makes recommendations on reimbursements to developers to be made from said funds, and recommendations regarding establishing credit in the basin funds. Hears and decides appeals and applications for variances from the City and County floodplain regulations. Adopts bylaws and rules. Makes recommendations on new or updated Drainage Basin Planning Studies and proposed fees. Makes recommendations on inflationary annual adjustments to drainage and bridge fees.

The board consists of seven members appointed jointly by the City Council and Board of County Commissioners for three-year terms. Terms are limited to two full consecutive terms. Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:00p.m., Pikes Peak Regional Building Department in the Regional Development Center’s Hearing /Audio Visual Room.

The Drainage Board is currently seeking a home builder, in the construction and sale of housing.

The volunteer application is located on the Colorado Springs website at https://coloradosprings.granicus.com/boards/forms/296/apply/

For questions, please contact volunteer@elpasoco.com

Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Community Corrections Board

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners seeks a community-minded and experienced Mental Health Professional Representative to voluntarily serve as a representative on the El Paso County Community Corrections Board.

The Community Corrections Board determines which offenders can safely be placed in the community, under what conditions an offender can participate in a program, and the standards by which a service provider must operate a facility. The board also monitors programs in the Fourth Judicial District, oversees compliance with state and local standards, and advises the El Paso County Board of Commissioners and the Fourth Judicial District Community Corrections Authority on other community corrections matters.

The Community Corrections Board is comprised of the following members or their representative: District Attorney, Sheriff, Chief Probation Officer, Manager of Parole Operations, Deputy State Public Defender, District Court Judge, El Paso County Court representative, Police Department representative, Teller County representative, a mental health representative, and six citizen-at-large representatives. All agency representatives serve indefinitely. The citizen-at-large positions are appointed to serve three-year terms.

The board meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:15 pm, in person with a virtual option, at the Justice Services office, 17 N Spruce Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. Additionally, board members individually review and ballot on approximately 25 referred cases each week.

Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Community Development Advisory Board

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Community Development Advisory Board.

The Community Development Advisory Board is seeking one new member currently residing in and able to represent County Commissioner District 3.

On April 1, 2009, El Paso County became an “entitlement community” and was awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to carry out a wide range of community development activities directed toward revitalizing neighborhoods, economic development, and providing improved community facilities and services.

The Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) reviews matters of importance regarding the CDBG program and makes recommendations to the Board of El Paso County Commissioners concerning community development issues and use of CDBG funds.

Meetings are typically held on the third Wednesday of the month at 12:30 p.m. (as necessary) at the Economic Development Office at 9 East Vermijo, Colorado Springs, CO. (across the street from the courthouse)

Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Advisory Board

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners announces vacancies on the El Paso County Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Advisory Board.

The role of the El Paso County CSBG Advisory Board is to participate actively in the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of the CSBG program in El Paso County and making recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on how best to utilize CSBG funding to serve low-income residents of El Paso County.

The Board consists of nine members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for three-year terms; members are limited to two full consecutive terms.

Board meetings are held quarterly; March, June, September, and December on the 2nd Friday of the month from 2:00-3:30 PM. Meetings are currently being held over an online platform.

The CSBG Advisory Board is currently seeking three new members.

Two ‘Low-Income’ sector: These members are representatives of low-income individuals and families in El Paso County and shall be able to actively participate in the development, planning, implementation and evaluation of programs funded through the El Paso County CSBG program

One ‘Public Elected Official’ sector: These members are elected/public officials, holding office on the date of selection, or their representative. Examples of elected officials and/or their offices might include, but are not limited to, board of county commissioners. School boards, sheriff’s office, town council, and other local offices as appropriate.

Both elected and appointed public officials selected to serve on the board must have either executive government responsibilities, or responsibilities which require them to be involved with poverty-related matters. Each public official may choose one representative to serve on the board, full-time on their behalf. This member need not be a public official themselves, but they assume the elected (or appointed) official’s seat on the board.

Volunteers Needed for Colorado State University Extension Advisory Committee

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Colorado State University Extension Advisory Committee.

The CSU Extension Advisory Committee is currently seeking several volunteers who represent the following:
• 1 Family and Consumer Science Representative

• 2 Horticultural/Natural Resources Representatives

The mission of the El Paso County Extension Advisory Committee is to promote, advocate, and support the County’s Cooperative Extension programs and staff by developing and implementing a strong marketing strategy that results in educating community officials and providing information flow between county citizens and CSU Extension.

The CSU Extension Advisory Committee consists of 11 members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for three-year terms. Terms are limited to two full consecutive terms.

The committee meets on the first Tuesday in the months of February, April, September, and November at 6:00 p.m. Locations vary but meetings are typically held at the Extension Office, 17 N. Spruce St., Room 224, Colorado Springs, CO.

Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Fair Advisory Board

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners are seeking two community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Fair Advisory Board.

The Advisory Board will work in collaboration with El Paso County to ensure the successful promotion, production, and execution of the annual El Paso County Fair. The purpose of the Fair is to celebrate and continue to affirm the County’s Western and agricultural history, culture, and heritage through longstanding agricultural customs and to provide a venue for organizations such as 4-H and Future Farmers of America. The Advisory Board will provide input for the programming and events at the El Paso County Fair and Events Center throughout the year that support the stated purpose.

Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.at Swink Hall on the El Paso County Fairgrounds, 366 10th Street, Calhan, CO.

Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Fairgrounds Corporation

The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the Fairgrounds Corporation.

The Fairgrounds Corporation is a non-profit corporation established by the Board of El Paso 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 Calhan, CO.

Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Housing Authority Board

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the El Paso County Housing Authority Board.

The Housing Authority Board is currently seeking one new member with knowledge and experience related to multifamily housing finance and/or development.

The El Paso County Housing Authority was established in 1993 by the Board of County Commissioners to help promote the availability of affordable, accessible housing in the county for persons of limited means. The Authority is composed of five commissioners appointed by the County Commissioners and is staffed by the County’s Economic Development Department. While the Authority was formed as a public housing authority pursuant to HUD guidelines, it was not established as a “typical” public housing authority to own public housing or administer HUD programs. Instead, it was formed to advise the Board of County Commissioners on matters regarding the issuance of bonds for the acquisition, construction, and rehabilitation of single and multi-family residential housing to provide more affordable housing opportunities for residents. In addition, the Housing Authority manages the Housing Trust Fund, which was established to provide funding to agencies with experience in the design and administration of innovative programs that address local housing needs.

Meetings are typically held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12:00pm (as necessary) at the Economic Development Office at 9 East Vermijo, Colorado Springs, CO.

Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Noxious Weed Advisory Commission

The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Noxious Weed Advisory Commission.

The Noxious Weed Advisory Commission (NWAC) are currently seeking one new member.

Members of the NWAC, as outlined by the Colorado Noxious Weed Act, play a crucial role in advising the El Paso County Environmental Division on matters related to the management and control of noxious weeds in unincorporated El Paso County. The NWAC provides guidance on effective strategies for preventing, managing, and eradicating noxious weeds to protect natural ecosystems and agricultural resources. NWAC members review and provide input on the El Paso County noxious weed management plan. Overall, the role of the NWAC members is to support the development of a comprehensive and effective strategy for managing noxious weeds across unincorporated El Paso County, ensuring that efforts are science-based, community-focused, and adaptable. As established by Colorado Noxious Weed Act, Colorado Revised Statute (C.R.S)35-5.5-101, et seq to be eligible to serve on the NWAC as a citizen must meet all three requirements listed below.

1. Be a resident of unincorporated El Paso County
2. Be a resident of El Paso County for a least one year and
3. Own 40 acres of land or more.

Additionally, the NWAC works to raise awareness about noxious weeds. They help ensure that landowners, stakeholders, and the general public understand the importance of managing these invasive species.

The Commission has one annual meeting scheduled at the Environmental Division Office, 3255 Akers Drive in Colorado Springs, CO.

Volunteers Needed for Pioneer Village Roads Advisory Committee

The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the Pioneer Village Roads Public Improvement District Advisory Committee.

The Pioneer Village Roads Public Improvement District Advisory Committee is currently seeking two (2) members.

In conjunction with the establishment of the El Paso County Pioneer Village Roads Public Improvement District, the Board of County Commissioners also created the El Paso County Pioneer Village Roads Public Improvement District Advisory Committee. The purpose of the Advisory Committee is to make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the public improvements to be funded each year, the awarding of contracts, and the need to seek an increase of the maximum mill levy for the PID.

The Advisory Committee consists of five members. All members serve two-year or three-year terms.

Meetings are held virtually as needed.

Applicants must be taxpaying electors of the District for the duration of their appointment. To be a taxpaying elector, you must 1) be registered to vote in Colorado and 2) own, or your spouse or civil union partner must own, taxable or real personal property within the District. You do not need to reside within the District.

Volunteers Needed for the El Paso County Planning Commission

The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission currently has a vacancy for a Regular Member (terms are 3 years) and two Associate Members (terms are 1 year).

The Planning Commission consists of nine Regular members and up to five Associate members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). Regular members serve a term of three years. Associate members serve a term of one year. The Planning Commission duties include but are not limited to: developing and adopting a Master Plan, reviewing and acting upon amendments to the Master Plan, developing and adopting a Zoning Plan, reviewing and making recommendations to the BOCC on applications for land-use and zoning, and recommending or imposing reasonable conditions upon approvals of applications to the BOCC. For more information regarding the authority of the Planning Commission, please contact the Planning and Community Development Department at 719-520-6300.

Planning Commission meetings are held on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 9:00A.M. in the Second Floor Hearing Room at the Regional Development Center, located at 2880 International Circle, Colorado Springs, Colorado.