DISTRICT 3 COMMUNITY MEETING

There will NOT be a Community Meeting this upcoming week. The next Community Meeting will be

*Note time & location change:

Wednesday, March 1st

5:00 P.M.

The Lunch Box | 3623 Buckner St.

City Proclamation - Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month



The City of El Paso Council recognizes the efforts of the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence, in partnership with area school districts, by raising awareness and providing training for teachers and counselors, and school staff so that they may recognize when youth are exhibiting signs of dating violence.

They also provide young people with education about healthy relationships and relationship skills that help change attitudes that support violence to help them recognize that dating violence can be prevented.

Pal-entine's Tea Party

Dress up in your Sunday best and bring a pal (Family members or loved ones) for a Valentine's Tea Party for all ages

 When: Saturday, February 10

4:30 P.M.

 Where: Jose Cisneros Library

1300 Hawkins Blvd.

Valentines

Arts & Crafts Fair

Join a fun event to celebrate Valentines day! Valentine's Arts and Crafts Fair featuring local handmade items.

Handmade Items: $5

Commercial: $45

 When: Saturday, February 11

9 A.M. - 1 P.M.

 Where: 3001 Parkwood Dr.

Love & Friendship

on the Streetcar

Romance is in the air!

Enjoy a romantic evening ride on the Streetcar with a performance from Yako Sax & Joanna Bernal.

This special event on Streetcar includes a raffle for chance to win one of two meal certificates to Sabor provided by the El Paso Del Norte Hotel or a gift card from ParkTavern.

Must be present to win.

Reservations encouraged but not necessary. Save your seat at

 When: Thursday, February 16 | 6 P.M.

 Where: Convention Center at Santa Fe and Henry Trost

El Paso Zoo -

Quit Bugging Me!

El Paso Zoo brings back 'Quit Bugging Me!"

Submit your ex's names with the link below!

This year donations are supporting the El Paso Del Norte Chapter of the American Association of zookeepers.

February is Black History Month

The month of February, we celebrate Black History Month.

The powerful green, red and yellow colors on a black background remind us of the contributions and sacrifices made by Black Americans throughout the nation’s history and pays homage to those in our community.

Black History Month - Black Resistance

Black El Paso Voice is proud to connect with EPCC Diversity & Inclusion Programs for Black History Month. View the flyer for upcoming events by EPCC.

City Invites Public to Review Draft of Downtown,

Uptown El Paso Plan

The City of El Paso invites the community to a public meeting to provide feedback on the initial draft recommendation of the El Paso Downtown + Uptown Plan.

The plan will guide future growth and development for downtown, the heart of El Paso, and its adjacent neighborhoods. Public engagement is essential to defining areas of focus for the plan’s efforts.

Residents may participate in the meeting in person or virtually.

When: February 13 | 5:30 P.M.

Where: The Center for Civic Empowerment | 304 Texas Avenue, 17th floor

For more information click on the link below

Funding Available for Nonprofit Service Providers to Benefit Low-to-Moderate Income Residents

Funds are available to nonprofit agencies that assist low to moderate income residents. Projects are funded by federal and state entities.

Applications must be submitted by February 21 at 5 pm.

For more information click on the links below.

Federal and State Community Vulnerabilities Funding program begins on September 1.

City of El Paso Names 38-Year Police Veteran

as Interim Police Chief 

On February 3rd, the City of El Paso is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter Pacillas as the City’s Interim Police Chief.

Pacillas, who has been serving as Assistant Police Chief since 2009, graduated from the El Paso Police Academy in 1988 and has served in all ranks within the Police Department. Chief Pacillas has a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership from Mountain State University.

The next step in the final selection process for the Police Chief will be to conduct a national search, which will include the opportunity for local leadership to apply.

Native El Pasoan to Lead City of El Paso’s

New Climate and Sustainability Office

On February 3rd, the City of El Paso is pleased to announce the creation of its Office of Climate and Sustainability, and the appointment of Nicole Alderete-Ferrini as the City’s Climate and Sustainability Officer.

As the Climate and Sustainability Officer, Ferrini will work to address the specific impacts of the global climate crisis as they relate to the urban desert environment and vulnerable populations of the Chihuahuan Desert while ensuring consistent and transparent collaboration, inclusive of all stakeholders assuring tangible results and appropriate public accountability.

Sun Metro Improving Service Delivery by Replacing Aging Technology

Sun Metro will be replacing ticket vending machines that have outlived their useful life

The project will take about two weeks to complete and will impact ticket vending machines at the following Sun Metro locations:

While the work is in progress, passengers can purchase tickets at the fare boxes inside buses, on the Ride Sun Metro App, at ticket vending machines along Brio routes, and inside the Downtown, Northgate, Mission Valley and Upper East Side transit centers.

For more information, call the Customer Service Center at (915) 212-3333. 

City of El Paso Cooperative Expo Purchasing

The Cooperative Purchasing Expo is back!

Join City of El Paso for Southwest's Largest Business Expo on March 29 from 8 AM- 6 PM at the Civic Center Plaza!

The expo is an excellent opportunity to learn how to participate in cooperative purchasing programs used by governmental agencies across the country. Businesses will also have the chance to grow their business via business-2-business and business2-agency networking.

Cheerleading Classes

Open to ages 6-16, Cheerleading Classes are happening at Gary Del Palacio Recreation Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Classes are $24/month and youth scholarships are available.

For more information visit the center or call 915-212-0560.

El Paso Streetcar - Trolley Tracks

Enjoy the musical stylings of Adam Powell on the El Paso Streetcar!

When: February 24 | 6:00 P.M.

Where: Boarding starts at Convention Center

Start Over - Now is the Time to Quit!

Did you know?

More than 16 million Americans are living with a disease caused by smoking.

Start your quitting journey today by calling 915.212.6643 or visiting EPHealth.com to register to learn about the resources the Department of Public Health offers to those looking to quit smoking.

Dance Cardio Fitness

Get your daily workout done with this new series Dance Cardio Fitness, a hybrid of dance and cardio exercises, to keep your body moving.

When: Monday & Wednesdays | 6:30 P.M.

Until April 30th

Where: Valle Bajo Community Center

7380 Alameda Ave.

Healthier Carbohydrates Series

Make yourself the priority this year!

Join Texas A&M AgriLife Extension- El Paso in this FREE series to learn about mindfulness for your overall mind, body, and health.

When: Thursdays until February 23rd

Where: Gary del Palacio Rec. Center

3001 Parkwood

Give Your Pets the Ultimate Gift of Love:

FREE PET MICROCHIPS

1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime and 90% will never return home. Microchipping is a reliable, permanent, one-time service that helps give you peace of mind for your pet’s lifetime. Help your pet get back home to you and get them microchipped!

El Paso Animal Services and their Resource Rover team is offering FREE pet microchips and microchip checks at a series of events during February.

There is NO limit to the number of pets you can bring and this is a completely FREE service; all you need to do is bring your pet on a leash or in a carrier.

Animal Services -

Rescues Needed

Are you a rescue, or do you know any rescues looking to help out over-crowded shelters?

The El Paso Animal Services are looking for medium to large dog rescues as their expansion approaches, but anything and everything helps! As kitten season comes up, they will even need cat rescues!

To apply to become a rescue partner, please visit

Alzheimer's Association - Community Forum

The Alzheimer's Association is hosting a annual Community Forum listening sessions to learn more about the constituents needs, empower communities, establish a network of supporters and build community partnership.

When: February 20 | 6:30 PM MT |

Where: UTEP | Health Sciences ( 1851 Wiggins) Room 211

El Paso, Texas Women's Veterans

Join the El Paso, Texas Women Veterans meeting!

When: February 18 | 0900 - 1200 (Every 3rd Saturday of the month)

Where: American Legion Post 36 | 3730 Shell St.

Please bring donations of individual wrapped snacks for our first responders. (Things like Honey buns, pies, trail mix, nuts, etc.)

CIDC - The ARD Process

You are invited to register for the Special Education Conference and learn about the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process.

When: February 20th | 9 A.M. - 12 P.M.

Where: 1380 A&M Circle

To register, click on the link below

For more information, please call 915-217-2747

City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Partners with AARP TaxAide Provide Free Tax Preparation Assistance

The City of El Paso Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with AARP Foundation TaxAide, is offering FREE income tax preparation assistance beginning February 1 through April 15.

Tax assistance is by appointment only. To make an appointment, residents should call the number listed next to the location. Walk-ins will NOT be accommodated. 

Agenda Review & Work Session

Monday, February 27th, 2023 - 9:00 AM

City Council Meeting

TUESDAY, February 28th, 2023 - 9:00 AM

Sixty minutes in total will be devoted for Call to the Public. This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that are not on the City Council Agenda.

To reserve your time to speak to Council:

Whether symptomatic or asymptomatic (no symptoms), the community is encouraged to get tested if they have been or suspect to have been exposed to COVID-19.

View the locations below where you can get tested for free

COVID-19 Release From Isolation & Quarantine

If you have tested positive or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, health officials are advising residents what the next steps are for COVID-19 release from isolation and quarantine.

If you have questions on isolation or quarantine,

call (915) 212-7833.

Self Report Positive

COVID-19 At-Home Tests

Individuals are able to self-report their positive test results using the Electronic Self-Reporting Form available on EPStrong.org under the Testing tab or call the self-reporting COVID-19 Positive Assistance Line at (915) 212-6520.

COVID-19 Emotional Support

Feeling anxious, worried, and/or stressed about the number of COVID cases. It can be overwhelming and troublesome but, you are not alone.

Call 915-779-1800 to speak to a COVID emotional support expert at Emergence Health Network.

Illegal Dumping is a Crime!

The El Paso Water “Illegal Dumping” campaign, in collaboration with The City of El Paso Environmental Services Department (ESD) and the El Paso County Water Improvement District (EPCWISD), has been created to educate our community about the negative effects and potential repercussions related to illegal dumping.

To make a report, call 311 or go online with the link below