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EL PASO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE COMMUNITY PUBLIC SAFETY SURVEY

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is committed to serving our community with transparency, accountability, and a focus on public safety. As we continue conversations about budget priorities and operational needs, we believe it is important to hear directly from the residents we serve. Your feedback will help us better understand what matters most to you when it comes to law enforcement services, response times, and community engagement.


This brief survey is designed to gather your input on key services such as patrol visibility, DWI enforcement, and community outreach efforts. Your responses will play an important role in helping guide future decisions and ensuring that the Sheriff’s Office remains aligned with the needs and expectations of our growing community.

Public Safety & Visibility

* Do you believe it is important for deputies to maintain a visible presence in your community?
* Do you feel safer when you see deputies actively patrolling your area?
* Do you support proactive policing efforts to prevent crime before it happens?

DWI Enforcement

* Do you believe driving while intoxicated is a serious issue in our community?
* Do you support increased enforcement efforts to reduce DWI incidents?
* Do you believe DWI enforcement helps prevent crashes and save lives?

Response & Staffing

* Do you believe it is important for the Sheriff’s Office to respond quickly to calls for service?
* Do you support having enough deputies on duty to handle emergencies and calls for service?

Community Engagement

* Do you believe it is important for the Sheriff’s Office to participate in community events?
* Do community events help build trust between law enforcement and the public?
* Do you believe deputies should engage with residents outside of emergency situations?

Crime Prevention and Operations

* Do you support targeted operations focused on issues like theft, speeding, and illegal dumping?
* Do you believe proactive enforcement helps reduce crime in your area?
* Do you support continued efforts to address quality-of-life issues in your community?
* Do you support Sheriff’s Office operations in Red Sands during holidays like the Fourth of July and the day after Thanksgiving, when there is an increase in impaired drivers?

Detention Facilities

* Do you believe it is important to maintain safe and secure detention facilities in our county?
* Do you believe adequate staffing is necessary to safely operate our detention facilities?
* Do you believe staffing shortages in detention facilities can impact safety for staff and inmates?
* Do you believe it is important to provide proper supervision and care for individuals in custody?

Overall Priorities

* Do you believe public safety should remain a top priority for county funding?
* Do you support ensuring detention facilities are properly staffed, even if it requires additional resources?
* Do you support maintaining or increasing resources for law enforcement services?
* Do you believe it is important for deputies and detention officers to have time off for mental health purposes?
* Do you believe reducing services could negatively impact community safety?