The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has broken ground on a new substation in the Falcon area of unincorporated El Paso County, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the law enforcement presence in a rapidly growing region. Sheriff Joseph Roybal led the ceremony on what was described as a beautiful Colorado day.
According to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, the substation is set to be completed in the fall of 2026 and aims to hold criminals accountable by expanding police presence on the roads and in neighborhood communities. This development comes as the Pike's Peak area faces a 35% population increase over the past two decades.
The future substation, located at 12062 Royal County Down Road, will neighbor Falcon Fire Protection District Station 1, symbolizing the long-standing cooperation between the two entities. Sheriff Roybal conveyed his gratitude to the Falcon Fire Department, emphasizing their half-century legacy of shared commitment and mutual support. "On behalf of the citizens of El Paso County and over 1,000 sworn members, professional staff, and volunteers at the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, thank you," Roybal expressed, as obtained by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office.
The Board of County Commissioners showed unanimous support for the substation project, with a 5-0 vote in December 2024. They proceeded with the contractor bidding process, which ended with Buildings By Design, L.L.C. securing the contract earlier this year. The project financing, amounting to $16 million, was approved by the Board of El Paso County Commissioners in April of 2024.
Roybal highlighted the importance of the substation during the groundbreaking, citing the anticipation of El Paso County's population growth, which is expected to reach over one million residents by 2050. "This is not simply a building; it is an investment in the future of our community and a symbol of our commitment to ensuring safety and security as the region continues to grow," Roybal said, as per the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff detailed the plans to use the substation as a hub for operations, which will undoubtedly improve emergency response times and quality of life for county residents.
