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Largest single jail facility in the state
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Every person arrested in El Paso County including local municipalities, is processed through the county jail
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Prepare inmates for reintegration into society and reduce recidivision and jail populations through inmate work and substance abuse programs that generate economic benefits for the community
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Preparation for emergencies considers all potential hazards, natural or human-caused
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A central coordination point for all emergency support functions, communication, and public information in a disaste
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Mitigating the impact of a disaster and coordinating efforts to restore the community
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Designated Emergency Response Authority (DERA) for unincorporated El Paso County
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Investigate and certify cause and manner for sudden, unexpected, or traumatic deaths in El Paso County
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Service provided impact criminal investigations, insurance payouts, and identify public health dangers
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Perform forensic autopsies for 25 other counties in Colorado as the only certified toxicology lab in the state
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Provide health services to residents in El Paso County and local municipalities with no additional funding
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Promote public health and environmental quality in El Paso County through prevention, partnerships, and educations
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Ensure access to preventative services immunization nutritional educational and counseling to achieve optimal health
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