{"id":460219,"date":"2026-10-08T15:30:44","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T15:30:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/460219\/"},"modified":"2026-10-08T15:30:44","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T15:30:44","slug":"2026-colorado-voter-guide-for-el-paso-county","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/460219\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Colorado Voter Guide for El Paso County"},"content":{"rendered":"


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\n Published October 8, 2026 8:14am
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\n Updated October 8, 2026 8:28am\n <\/p>\n

\"Voter<\/p>\n

FEDERAL\/ STATE RACES | LOCAL RACES |STATEWIDE MEASURES | COUNTY RACES | COUNTY MEASURES | FAQ| LATEST COVERAGE<\/p>\n

Important dates:<\/p>\n

Oct. 2<\/p>\n

Ballots mailed out to registered voters<\/p>\n

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Oct. 19<\/p>\n

El Paso County VSPCs Open for in-person voting<\/p>\n

Nov. 3<\/p>\n

Election Day. Polls close at 7 p.m. <\/p>\n

Federal Offices <\/p>\n

State Offices <\/p>\n

Statewide ballot measures <\/p>\n

Local Races<\/p>\n

County Ballot Measures<\/p>\n

FAQ <\/p>\n

Can I still register to vote?+<\/p>\n

You can register to vote until 7 p.m. on Nov. 3.<\/p>\n

What if I need a new ballot?+<\/p>\n

You can request a replacement ballot by calling 719-575-8683 or by emailing [email\u00a0protected]<\/a>. You can also visit any Voter Service and Polling Center to pick up a replacement ballot in person.<\/p>\n

What are Voting Service and Polling Centers?+<\/p>\n

\u00a0Voter Service and Polling Centers are one-stop vote locations where you can register to vote, update your registration, vote in person and drop off your voted mail ballot all in one place, according to the Clerk and Recorders office.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Are there accessible voting centers?+<\/p>\n

\u00a0All of the Voting Service and Polling Centers serving El Paso County are equipped with ballot marking devices that are ADA accessible where voters can vote in person. \u00a0Learn more about accessible voting: https:\/\/clerkandrecorder.elpasoco.com\/elections\/ada-voters<\/a><\/p>\n

Can I vote in person before election day?+<\/p>\n

Yes. All active, registered voters receive a ballot in the mail, but if you\u2019re prefer to vote in person, you can head to a nearby Voter Service & Polling Center, which will open for in-person voting on Oct. 19. You will be asked to provide identification. See a full list of acceptable forms of identification here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

How many voting and polling centers are there in El Paso County?+<\/p>\n

\u00a0El Paso County is opening more Voter Service and Polling Centers<\/a> \u2013 41 in total \u2013 in response to the increased number of voters.<\/p>\n

Where are El Paso County\u2019s voting service and polling centers?+<\/p>\n

Voters can find the nearest location by reading the ballot instructions included with their ballot or checking their ZIP code at the county\u2019s Voter Information Portal. Find all polling centers here.<\/p>\n

How many voters use drop boxes?+<\/p>\n

The vast majority of voters \u2013 over 90% \u2013 choose to use ballot drop boxes, according to Schleiker. More information about ballot box security can also be found at the Clerk and Recorder\u2019s Office website, including security camera footage of every location.<\/p>\n

How many people are registered to vote in El Paso County?+<\/p>\n

The number of registered voters in the county is hovering around 500,000. El Paso County Clerk and Recorder Steve Schleiker said he expected that number to increase by 25,000 by Election Day on Nov. 3. \u201cIt\u2019s the most in the state.\u201d<\/p>\n

What if I\u2019m sending out my ballot using USPS?+<\/p>\n

For voters returning their ballots via the U.S. Postal Service, Schleiker recommended mailing them back no later than Oct. 26 to ensure the vote is counted. Even if a ballot is postmarked before Election Day, it must be received on time to be counted.<\/p>\n

Can I track by ballot?+<\/p>\n

Yes. The State of Colorado offers BallotTrax for voters interesting in receiving updates about where their ballots are in the process. You can register for the service here.<\/a> <\/p>\n

Have more questions?+<\/p>\n

The Clerk and Recorder\u2019s Office has two ways to reach out with questions or concerns about the election. People can call the Elections Department at 719-575-8683 or email [email\u00a0protected]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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