Treasurer / Public Trustee
The County Treasurer is a constitutional officer elected to a four-year term, responsible for the collection, custody, and distribution of county funds. The office prepares and dispatches annual tax notices, holds tax lien sales, invests county funds, and serves as the collection agency for all county departments. As Public Trustee, the Treasurer processes deed of trust recordings and foreclosure proceedings. The Treasurer's Office adheres to all requirements of the Colorado Revised Statutes and is responsible for administering all new laws relating to these Statutes.
Services & Responsibilities
The Treasurer's Office provides essential financial services to Custer County residents, from property tax collection to investment of county funds.
Important Tax Dates
Last Day of February
First half of property tax payment due (Extended to March 9, 2026 for 2026)
Last Day of April
Full payment of property tax due (if paying in one installment)
June 15
Second half of property tax payment due
After Due Dates
1% per month interest charged on unpaid balances. Contact office for current figures.
November 19, 2025
Tax Lien Sale at 8:30 AM
WHEN PAYING PROPERTY TAXES AFTER SEPTEMBER 1ST, PLEASE CONTACT THE TREASURER'S OFFICE AT (719) 783-2341.
Tax Services
Property Tax Collection
Preparing and dispatching annual tax notices for all real estate in Custer County. Collecting property taxes and distributing funds to school districts and other taxing entities.
Financial Management
County Fund Investment
Investing county funds with the direct goal of receiving maximum return rates while maintaining integrity and safety. Managing all county financial accounts.
Tax Records
Certificates of Taxes Due
Issuing official Certificates of Taxes Due for property transactions, title companies, and other purposes requiring proof of tax payment status.
Public Records
Tax Lien Sales
Holding annual tax lien sales to gather outstanding tax monies which are due. Processing applications for tax lien purchases and redemptions.
Trustee Services
Public Trustee Services
Processing deed of trust recordings and foreclosure proceedings. Managing Treasurer's Deed applications and public auctions as required by law.
Payment Options
Monthly Payment Plans
Partnering with EscrowTaxes.com to offer automated monthly property tax payment plans for non-escrowed taxpayers. Convenient payment options available.
Property Tax Address Change Form
Office Hours
Monday — Thursday
8:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Mailing Address:
PO Box 209
Westcliffe, CO 81252
Location:
Custer County Courthouse
205 S 6th Street
Westcliffe, CO 81252
Office Staff
Gin Huffman
Deputy Treasurer
gin@custercounty-co.gov
Public Trustee Fees
$73.00 for one page release
$5.00 for any additional pages
Pay Taxes Online
Pay your property taxes securely online or by phone.
Phone payments: Call AutoAgent at 719-782-7056
Monthly Payments
Set up automated monthly property tax payments through our partner EscrowTaxes.com.