HCA Staff Report
The Custer County Board of County Commissioners met in Wetmore on October 8, 2025. Chairman Paul Vogelsong called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m., with Commissioners Bill Canda and Lucas Epp present. County Attorney Clint Smith and Clerk to the Board Kelly Camper were also in attendance.
Opening and Agenda Adjustments
Chairman Vogelsong led the meeting in prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was amended to include an IT services agreement under new business. Agritourism lease items were postponed to the October 16 meeting.
Commissioner Reports
Commissioner Canda reported on broadband planning and regional transportation discussions. Commissioner Vogelsong noted the need for continued work on landfill management and reviewed a recent public health budget session. Commissioner Epp discussed the county’s participation in the Colorado Counties Inc. legislative meeting and emphasized cooperation with other rural counties.
IT Services Agreement
County Attorney Clint Smith presented a master client agreement with PDS IT for network support, cybersecurity, and device management. The agreement covers all county departments, billed per active device. Commissioner Vogelsong stated that non-active or duplicate equipment would not be included. The board approved the IT services agreement unanimously, effective October 15, 2025.
4-H Extension Grant
The board authorized the Custer County Extension Office to apply for the NRA Foundation Grant. The grant provides equipment for the youth shooting sports program, including clay targets and related supplies. Commissioners supported the application, noting its recurring success in past years.
Childcare Planning Grant
Stacy Whipple of the Custer County Kids Council joined by video to request board support for a Department of Local Affairs Childcare Planning Grant. The application seeks $20,000 to conduct a professional childcare needs assessment. The board voted unanimously to support the grant and adopt the recommended strategies outlined in the proposal.
Sheriff’s Office Fleet
The Sheriff’s Office presented plans to update its vehicle fleet. The board approved the payoff and sale of the K9 Durango and authorized the purchase of five vehicles from the Lake Mary Police Department in Florida. Vehicles include two Ford Explorers, two Ford F-150 trucks, and one Ford Fusion, all equipped for law enforcement use. Older vehicles will be sold, including three Durangos and a surplus prisoner van. The Sheriff’s Office stated that the updated fleet will improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.
Road and Bridge Fund
The board approved Resolution 2025-39 to transfer $19,000 from the Road and Bridge Fund for emergency repair work on Copper Gulch Road. The project will use a new stabilizing material to reduce moisture damage through winter.
Adjournment
There was no additional public comment. The meeting adjourned at 10:14 a.m. The next BOCC meeting will be held October 16, 2025, in Wetmore.
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