Capital Improvement

Project Spotlight

Health Department Administration Building Renovations

The City of El Paso’s Capital Improvement Department recently completed the Health Department Administration Building project, which is located in Northeast El Paso at 9566 Railroad Dr.

This facility consolidates all Department of Public Health administrative divisions, facilitating efficient operations of the Health department, which allows better delivery of services to the community.

The renovated 31,200-square-foot facility includes:

  • Modern offices, conference rooms, and welcoming reception and waiting areas
  • State-of-the-art training rooms equipped with advanced audiovisual technology
  • Upgraded restrooms, expanded storage areas, and a comfortable breakroom
  • Enhanced security with surveillance cameras, access control systems, and new furnishings

The $8.5 million project is part of the City of El Paso’s steadfast commitment to fostering a healthy and sustainable community.

Mexican American Cultural Center

The Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC) situated in the largest community on the U.S-Mexico border will provide El Pasoans and visitors with a dynamic space for the creation, exhibition and celebration of Mexican American art and culture.

The new public space, a signature project of the voter-approved 2012 Quality of Life Bond, will empower El Paso to share its rich heritage and inspire one-of-a-kind programming through its amenities and programmatic spaces providing opportunities
for creative output within all disciplines.

The amenities include:

  • Exhibition spaces
  • Performance spaces, including a state-of-the-art auditorium and black box theatre
  • Classrooms and a dance studio
  • Broadcast and recording studios
  • Culinary programs and a rooftop terrace
  • Artist-in-residence studio
  • Indoor and outdoor programmable spaces

The three-story building is a state-of-the-art center with 41,000 square feet of space constructed in the heart of the El Paso Downtown Arts District adjacent to the El Paso Museum of History, Cleveland Square Park and the El Paso Main Library.

This project is part of the City of El Paso's commitment to enhance the quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors.

Fire Station 14 Renovations Project

The City of El Paso and the El Paso Fire Department celebrated the completion of renovations at Fire Station No. 14, located at 6300 Delta Drive in the Mission Valley.

The $1.2 million investment strengthens fire protection and emergency response services for the surrounding community. The project was funded through the 2019 Public Safety Bond Program, approved by voters, and managed by the City’s Capital Improvement Department.

Key improvements to the station include:

  • Renovations to both the interior and exterior of the facility
  • Upgraded HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
  • Site enhancements including parking lot improvements, landscaping, and new fencing
  • Installation of new bay doors for emergency vehicles

The City and the El Paso Fire Department thank the community for its continued support in advancing public safety infrastructure and ensuring first responders have the tools they need to protect and serve El Paso residents.

Leo Cancellare Memorial Pool

The City of El Paso is excited to announce the completion of the Leo Cancellare Memorial Pool in West El Paso at 650 Wallenberg Dr.

The pool received approximately $2.7 million in improvements to include:

  • Refurbishment of the pool
  • Replacement of major mechanical components, including the pool heater, circulation pump and sand filter
  • Upgrades to the HVAC system, electrical room and electrical system replacement
  • Reconstruction of locker rooms and roof repairs

The newly refurbished pool provides swimmers with a dedicated area to prepare for their next competitive event. It is located adjacent to the Westside Natatorium, an Olympic-sized swimming pool inside a 36,000-square-foot facility that meets size and dimension standards for competitions. The Leo Cancellare pool also allows the community to participate in lap swimming throughout the year.  This project is part of the City of El Paso’s commitment to enhance the quality of life for the community. 

El Paso Fire Department Special Operations Division Station

This new state-of-the-art public safety facility, funded by the 2019 Public Safety Bond Program, consolidates Fire Stations 1, 9, and 11 to better service the Downtown area through additional fire protection and enhanced emergency response times.

The station amenities include the following:

  • The construction of a 27,000-square feet facility
  • Ten apparatus bays for emergency vehicles
  • A two-story living and sleeping quarters section
  • A fitness facility and meeting areas
  • Food preparation and service area with space for storage
  • Restrooms with showers
  • A dispatch office with room for equipment storage
  • A decontamination shower and industrial laundry facilities.

This project, with an approximate budget of $23 million, is part of the City of El Paso’s commitment to maintaining its standing as one of the nation’s safest cities

Chelsea Pocket Park

Chelsea Pocket ParkThe City of El Paso's Capital Improvement Department recently celebrated with the community the completion of Chelsea Pocket Park, the newest addition to Central El Paso’s public spaces.

The project, managed by the City’s Capital Improvement Department, transformed the area into a vibrant pocket park featuring:

  • A gathering space with a metal canopy
  • Construction of new sidewalks
  • Planting of new trees and shrubs along with the installation of a new irrigation system
  • New lighting for the park
  • Installation of park benches, picnic tables, trash receptacles, pet waste dispensers, and bike racks
  • Parking area

Pocket parks like Chelsea offer significant benefits to the community by providing a welcoming space for social gatherings, recreation, and community engagement in areas where full-size parks aren’t feasible.

With a budget of approximately $1.5 million, this project was funded through the 2020 Capital Plan and aligns with the City of El Paso’s commitment to enhancing quality of life through recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities.