Museum staff presented strategies to boost Fort Caspar Museum revenue via traveling exhibits, tiered fees, internships with Casper College and targeted grants. Staff said a proposed NEH documentary grant will be submitted but noted potential conflicts because the museum supervisor may be compensated for film work; the city will review legal and finance procedures before accepting any award.

Director Lopez said he will ask council to support a National Endowment for the Humanities media grant application (maximum $700,000) to produce a documentary about Fort Casper and the Battle of Platbridge Station; application due June 25 with awards expected December 2026 and work potentially starting in 2027.