Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

An Interview with El Paso County Chief Finance Officer Nikki Simmons

This interview with El Paso County's Chief Finance Officer, Nikki Simmons, was recorded on January 3, 2023. In this episode we discuss the 2023 El Paso County Budget, how it comes together, and what it means for El Paso County residents.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Careers in Construction Colorado

This interview with Careers in Construction Colorado's Executive Director, Glenn Hard, and Operations Manager, Marlo Asher, was recorded on December 15, 2022. In this episode we discuss the benefits on alternative pathways for high school students post-graduation, the value of experience in the construction industry, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding from El Paso County is making a difference for the organization.
If you want to get involved with Careers in Construction Colorado, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://ciccolorado.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Homeward Pikes Peak

This interview with Homeward Pikes Peak's Executive Director, Beth Roalstad, was recorded on December 12, 2022. In this episode we discuss a number of programs run by Homeward Pikes Peak, including the soon-to-be-opened Bloom House. This new program was made possible, thanks to grant funding from El Paso County via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
If you want to get involved with Homeward Pikes Peak, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://homewardpp.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with The Salvation Army

This interview with The Salvation Army's El Paso County Coordinator, Captain Doug Hanson, was recorded on December 8, 2022. In this episode we discuss how The Salvation Army got their start, the benefits they have seen from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding from El Paso County, and why they become a top-of-mind organization around the holidays.
If you want to get involved with The Salvation Army, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://coloradosprings.salvationarmy.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with El Paso County Project Manager Amanda Grant

This interview with one of El Paso County's Project Managers, Amanda Grant, was recorded on December 1, 2022. In this episode we discuss the importance of transparency with government funding, the ins and outs of American Rescue Plan Act grants, and how those grants positively affected El Paso County residents.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with El Paso County Search and Rescue

This interview with El Paso County Search and Rescue's Public Information Officer, Jay Christianson, was recorded on November 21, 2022. In this episode we discuss the role Search and Rescue plays in El Paso County, what it takes to be part of the team, and the outcome of a recent national competition the team took part in.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with the National Alliance on Mental Illness

This interview with NAMI's Director of Strategy and Operations, Kirk Woundy, was recorded on November 16, 2022. In this episode we discuss NAMI's efforts within the El Paso County community, the delicate nature of helping those that they serve, and how the organization is putting American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding from El Paso County to good use.
If you want to get involved with NAMI, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.namicoloradosprings.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with El Paso County Deputy Administrator Sunny Bryant

This interview with El Paso County's new Deputy Administrator, Sunny Bryant, was recorded on November 7, 2022. In this episode we discuss Sunny's outlook on her new role, how this position compares to previous jobs she has held, and the importance of residents being involved in local government.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with El Paso County Coroner Dr. Leon Kelly

This interview with El Paso County's Coroner, Dr. Leon Kelly, was recorded on November 1, 2022. In this episode we discuss the uniqueness of an elected coroner, what it's like testifying at trials, and the importance of addressing various challenges within the community.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Pikes Peak United Way

This interview with Pikes Peak United Way's Chief Operating Officer, Heather Steinman, was recorded on October 19, 2022. In this episode we discuss United Way's efforts within the El Paso County community, how they work together with various non-profit agencies, and how the new Family Success Center could not have happened without American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding from El Paso County.
If you want to get involved with Pikes Peak United Way, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.ppunitedway.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations in the community that were awarded funding by El Paso County via ARPA grants, stay tuned in for future episodes of this podcast.