Welcome to Colorado's High Country
Nestled in the Wet Mountain Valley, Custer County serves as home to resilient communities and stunning natural landscapes. From historic Westcliffe to the peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Range, our county combines rural character with essential services for residents and visitors alike.
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Departments
Board of Commissioners
Elected Officials
Paul Vogelsong, Bill Canda, and Lucas Epp serve as your elected representatives, making decisions on county policies, budgets, and services.
Clerk & Recorder
Recording & Elections
Document recording, marriage licenses, motor vehicle registration, and administering fair and secure elections.
Assessor
Property Valuation
Determining fair market value for all taxable property in Custer County.
Treasurer/Public Trustee
Tax Collection
Collection of property taxes, motor vehicle fees, and managing county finances.
Planning & Zoning
Land Use
Building permits, land use applications, GIS services, and preserving our community character.
Sheriff's Office
Public Safety
Law enforcement, emergency response, and protecting the safety of our community.
Emergency Management
Emergency Preparedness
All-hazard emergency preparation, prevention, response, and recovery for the county.
Human Services
Community Support
Food assistance, child welfare, senior services, and connecting residents with resources.
Public Health
Health Services
Community health programs, disease prevention, and wellness services for residents.
Veterans Services
Veteran Support
Benefits assistance, claims support, and resources for veterans and their families.
Road & Bridge
Infrastructure
Maintaining county roads, snow removal, and essential infrastructure projects.
Surveyor
Land Surveying
Preserving property boundary markers and maintaining survey records for public and private lands.
Landfill
Waste Management
Solid waste disposal and management of services for county residents and businesses.
Recycling
Environmental Services
Free recycling facility accepting cardboard, paper, and other recyclable materials. Located at landfill entrance.
Coroner
Death Investigations
Investigating deaths, determining cause and manner, and coordinating with law enforcement.
Useful Public Service
Community Service
Court-ordered community service hours monitoring and program coordination.
Finance
County Administration
Financial management for county government operations.
Human Resources
County Administration
Human resources and administrative management for county government operations and employees.
Extension Office
Education & Agriculture
Colorado State University Extension providing educational programs, 4-H, and agricultural resources.
County Appointed Boards
County Administration
Advisory boards and committees that support county operations and services.
News & Announcements
2026
Primary Election
The next Primary Election is scheduled for June 30, 2026. Visit our Elections page for voter registration, sample ballots, and Voter Service & Polling Center information.