Beacon Lite project

Expect ongoing lane closures on Beacon Light Road as work there accelerates.

Work that began this week consists of upgrading the road from gravel to asphalt and improving curves, grades and drainage. The purpose is to deliver a smoother, safer corridor with improved stormwater control and easier winter maintenance.

The project is expected to be completed by late 2026, weather dependent.

According to the project website, the focus for fall and winter will be straighten the sharp bend on the south end of Beacon Lite Road, relocate utilities as needed and construction of a detention pond south of Wakonda Way.

Tree removal will occur where necessary.

The El Paso County Department of Public Works selected contractor Capital Paving & Construction for the project, which estimates say will cost $8.2 million. It is funded by Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority.

Tri-Lakes Chamber honored

During the first week of October at the Annual Colorado Chamber Alliance Conference in Boulder, the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce received a first-place award for highest increase in membership dues revenue.

“Wow! What an honor,” the chamber said in an email. “Your Chamber Team is continually working to enhance the value of your membership. We appreciate you all!”

Town hall meeting

The Town of Monument will be hosting a town hall meeting on Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. at Town Hall.

“Bring your questions and let’s chat about all things Monument,” an announcement on the town’s Facebook Page says.

Man tries to disarm officer

An officer approached a man who was attempting to pick pocket pedestrians Oct. 11, when the man allegedly tried to disarm the officer, according to Colorado Springs police.

An officer was patrolling the 1200 block of Interquest Parkway at about 6:45 p.m. when they approached Ethan Olsen, who was allegedly trying to pick pocket patrons, according to a blotter post.

When the officer contacted Olsen, he allegedly attempted to disarm the officer, and was arrested shortly after without further incident, according to the blotter post.

Olsen faces charges of disarming a peace officer and is scheduled to appear in court at 1:30 p.m. Monday. He is on a mental health hold at the El Paso County jail, where is he being held on a $2,000 bond, according to jail records.