With the November 4 Coordinated Election approaching, El Paso County officials are reaffirming the integrity of Colorado’s mail-in voting system. The county’s Elections Department has outlined key dates and procedures, emphasizing security, transparency, and voter accessibility.

Ballots will be mailed to all active registered voters beginning October 10. Voters can return them via secure drop boxes, mail, or in person at Voter Service and Polling Centers. Officials remind residents that ballots must be received—not postmarked—by 7 p.m. on Election Day.

The county also defended its practices in light of recent political commentary surrounding the relocation of U.S. Space Command from Colorado Springs to Alabama. Some local leaders have suggested that Colorado’s mail-in voting system may have influenced federal decision-making, though no formal evidence has been presented.

In Context

Colorado has been a national leader in mail-in voting since 2013, when the state adopted all-mail elections for most contests. The system includes signature verification, ballot tracking, and bipartisan audits. During the 2020 presidential election, Colorado ranked among the top states for voter turnout and ballot security.

Despite national debates over election integrity, Colorado’s model has been praised by experts for its accessibility and safeguards. El Paso County, one of the state’s largest voting jurisdictions, has consistently reported low error rates and high voter confidence.