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The Bearded Buffalo Housing Development is moving forward with floodplain permitting and could bring an estimated 100 new vehicles to the area daily!

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Engineer says Bearded Buffalo housing plans meet DOT criteria; estimates about 100 added daily vehicle movements
DGR Engineering told the commission the Bearded Buffalo Housing Development has flood‑plain permitting and TIF contingencies in place; the engineer said the project could add roughly 100 vehicle movements per day and that DOT requirements had been met.
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November 7, 2026 at 12:33 PM
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A harrowing seven-hour standoff in Rocky Ridge ended without injury, thanks to strategic negotiations and multi-agency collaboration, while the suspect fired over 100 rounds.

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Sheriff: Rocky Ridge standoff ended without injuries after nearly seven-hour negotiation
Sheriff Rich told commissioners the Oct. 21 Rocky Ridge active-shooter standoff lasted nearly seven hours, involved 'in excess of a 100' shots fired and resulted in no injuries to residents or deputies; multi-agency coordination and co-responder negotiation were credited for the peaceful outcome.
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October 29, 2026 at 12:41 AM
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A harrowing seven-hour standoff in Rocky Ridge ended without injury, thanks to strategic negotiations and multi-agency collaboration, while the suspect fired over 100 rounds.

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Sheriff: Rocky Ridge standoff ended without injuries after nearly seven-hour negotiation
Sheriff Rich told commissioners the Oct. 21 Rocky Ridge active-shooter standoff lasted nearly seven hours, involved 'in excess of a 100' shots fired and resulted in no injuries to residents or deputies; multi-agency coordination and co-responder negotiation were credited for the peaceful outcome.
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October 29, 2026 at 12:41 AM
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Custer County commissioners are diving into a $300,000 grant for urgent courthouse repairs, but the debate over fiscal responsibility is heating up!

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After lengthy debate, commissioners cap county courthouse grant match at $15,000
Commissioners approved pursuit of a $300,000 underfunded courts grant for courthouse repairs and committed up to 5% of project cost—capped at $15,000—after extended public comment about transparency and long‑term courthouse plans.
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October 3, 2026 at 4:35 AM
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Custer County's DHS faces a looming shake-up as state regionalization threatens local jobs and raises questions about the future of staffing and resources.

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County DHS raises staffing uncertainty as state regionalization nears
DHS staff warned that state regionalization — shifting functions to a central hub — could reduce local jobs and shift some administrative functions out of the county, and commissioners asked for scenarios showing potential impacts.
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October 3, 2026 at 4:13 AM
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Custer County's nonprofits face new hurdles for Conservation Trust Fund eligibility as stricter documentation rules are put in place for public space projects.

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County staff: nonprofits may qualify for CTF only when projects benefit public space; DOLA manager tightening reviews
Staff told commissioners that DOLA's CTF manager is enforcing eligibility and that nonprofits can qualify only when funds are spent on publicly accessible spaces or when a formal agreement with government exists; several applicants will need follow-up documentation or MOUs.
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October 3, 2026 at 6:01 AM
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Custer County is stepping up its emergency response with updated plans and a new recovery management firm to tackle post-fire and flood challenges.

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Commissioners adopt updated emergency plans and approve RFP for recovery firm
The board approved four updated emergency plans (alert & warning; debris management; pre-entry/reentry; recovery) and authorized an RFP for a three-year professional recovery management firm (total $300,000; county share $25,000/yr) to assist with debris monitoring, grant administration and mitigation support.
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October 3, 2026 at 4:28 AM
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Custer County commissioners are demanding clarity on how much of the Department of Human Services budget relies on county funds, as complex state funding ties spending to revenue.

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Custer County reviews DHS budget, officials seek clearer county-only cost breakout
County commissioners reviewed the Department of Human Services draft budget and asked staff for a county-only expense/revenue reconciliation after staff warned that state allocations depend on county spending and recent code changes add complexity.
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October 3, 2026 at 4:12 AM
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Custer County is taking a bold step to secure up to $5 million for vital flood-mitigation projects—could this be the lifeline our community needs?

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County seeks NRCS disaster-survey inclusion for up to $5M flood mitigation work
Custer County agreed to ask USDA/NRCS to add up to $5 million in flood-mitigation projects to the Disaster Survey Report; the county would be liable for a portion of costs (figures cited below 12.5% but subject to change) and must sign on by Oct. 15 to be considered.
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October 3, 2026 at 4:27 AM
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Custer County is facing a daunting $600,000 budget shortfall, prompting potential cuts of up to 15% across departments—how will this impact vital services?

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Custer County staff say $600,000 shortfall means 105% cuts likely
A staff speaker said the county is about $600,000 short of revenue and recommended that departments plan for 105% reductions; participants discussed which lines could absorb cuts but no formal reductions were adopted during the meeting.
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September 18, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Custer County is boosting its emergency resilience with new diesel generators and exploring solar projects to power critical infrastructure during outages.

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County explores DRMO generators and solar tie-ins for emergency resilience
Officials described acquiring diesel generators through military-surplus (DRMO) and discussed siting them at bridge locations; staff also raised Wetmore Community Center as a candidate for solar grid-tie or microgrid funding.
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September 17, 2026 at 12:27 AM
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Custer County officials are facing a critical decision as rising insurance costs clash with dwindling road-and-bridge funds, prompting discussions about targeted mill-levy increases and potential grants.

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Commissioners weigh mill-levy, grants for insurance and road-and-bridge shortfalls
Officials said insurance and road-and-bridge funds were under pressure: insurance costs are rising and road-and-bridge faces revenue declines. Commissioners discussed using grant opportunities, renegotiating SRO shares, and, if needed, asking voters for a mill-levy increase targeted at insurance.
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September 16, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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Sheriff Smith reveals a staggering $1 million budget shortfall and unveils creative strategies like military-surplus sales to bridge the gap.

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Sheriff Smith outlines budget gap, proposes DRMO sales and grants to close shortfall
Custer County's sheriff described a projected roughly $1,000,000 revenue shortfall for next year and urged using grants and military-surplus (DRMO) sales, plus targeted asset sales, to reduce the county's capital burden.
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September 16, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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Custer County is set to enhance its community with a new sidewalk project, thanks to a $167,619 bid from Langston Concrete Company—construction could start as early as next week!

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Commissioners accept Langston low bid for sidewalk project and approve Baseline Engineering construction management
The board accepted Langston Concrete Company's low bid of $167,619 for a CDOT sidewalk project (contingent on CDOT concurrence) and approved a construction-management agreement with Baseline Engineering estimated at $78,009.46, to be paid from CDOT/MO&F grant funds.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Custer County is taking action to secure federal disaster relief for Aspen Acres following devastating fires, with a letter of support now on the table.

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Custer County commissioners sign letter seeking federal disaster designation for Aspen Acres fires
The board approved signing a letter of support to request a major disaster declaration for Aspen Acres, noting the county will pursue all eligible funding and the state may provide contingency support if federal aid is denied.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:29 PM
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Custer County Public Health has been on the front lines of the Aspen Acres fire response, distributing hundreds of N95 masks and air purifiers while providing essential medical support to evacuees.

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Public health outlines Aspen Acres fire response: masks, TDAP boosters and water testing kits distributed
Custer County Public Health reported distributing N95 masks, air purifiers and water-testing kits to Aspen Acres evacuees, administering TDAP boosters to evacuees and continuing recovery support with OEM and state partners.
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August 28, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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Residents are calling for urgent federal support and innovative solutions to rebuild their community after devastating June fires.

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Residents urge federal relief, road bids and tree clearing during public comment
Public commenters urged commissioners to pursue federal disaster declarations and grant funding for rebuilding after the June fire, suggested soliciting bids for gravel side‑road maintenance and asked whether burned roadside trees along Highway 165 will be removed before winter.
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August 19, 2026 at 10:51 PM
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Custer County is taking bold steps to safeguard homes from wildfires by applying for a $900,000 grant aimed at reducing fire risks along evacuation routes!

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Custer County votes to apply for state disaster‑mitigation grant to fund fuels reduction
Commissioners authorized staff to submit a Colorado Natural Disaster Mitigation Enterprise Grant application (up to $900,000) to fund home‑ignition‑zone and full‑property fuels treatments along evacuation routes; presenters emphasized the scale of need and timelines for state and federal programs.
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August 19, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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November 22, 2024 at 1:46 PM
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Custer County is boosting sheriff's deputy pay without increasing the budget, while also securing a grant to fund additional officer positions!

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Custer County approves deputy pay raises, authorizes COPS grant application
To help retain deputies amid regional competition, commissioners approved a pay reallocation for sheriff's deputies effective Aug. 16 and authorized applying for a COPS hiring grant that would pay 75% of certain positions' salaries.
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August 3, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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Custer County is mobilizing resources and seeking federal aid as they recover from devastating wildfires and floods, with commissioners approving emergency funds and pursuing critical fire-mitigation grants.

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Custer County commissioners authorize emergency spending and pursue federal fire-mitigation grants
After describing widespread fire and flood damage, commissioners approved two budget amendments to move contingency money into an emergency services fund and authorized staff to pursue multiple federal and state fire-mitigation grants.
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August 3, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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Custer County is taking crucial steps to secure emergency recovery funding after devastating fires, aiming to assess damages and coordinate recovery efforts efficiently.

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Custer County moves to request state emergency recovery funding after Aspen‑area fires
The Custer County Board of Commissioners on July 21 authorized staff to begin seeking emergency recovery funding from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and directed staff to return with a specific budget after a damage assessment. DOLA advised hiring a recovery firm or temporary manager; initial budget figures discussed totaled roughly $300,000.
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July 22, 2026 at 2:51 AM
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Custer County is making strides towards affordable living with a new developer agreement for 12 workforce housing lots, ensuring homes for those earning below 60% of the area median income.

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Commissioners approve developer agreement to build workforce housing in Village at Silver Cliff
The board approved a developer agreement framework allowing a developer to secure financing for 12 county-owned lots devoted to workforce housing; deed restrictions and a 60% AMI target were central to the agreement.
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July 20, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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Custer County is battling the Aspen Acres wildfire, now over 99,000 acres, while securing emergency funding and vital resources to combat the flames.

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Custer County commissioners get update on Aspen Acres fire; approve $5,000 donation to sheriff posse
Commissioners heard that the Aspen Acres fire exceeds 99,000 acres with 36% containment and 1,767 personnel assigned; they accepted a $5,000 donation to sheriff posse operations and approved a related supplemental appropriation.
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July 20, 2026 at 1:51 AM
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Custer County is set to enhance Silver West Airport with a multi-year lighting upgrade, promising safer approaches and more operational days!

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Custer County approves planning agreement for runway approach lights at Silver West Airport
The board approved a professional services agreement with an engineering firm to plan phase one of runway- and approach-light upgrades at Silver West Airport, a multi-year project funded in part by grants with an estimated local match of about 10%.
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July 11, 2026 at 7:43 AM