2026 BOCC Candidate - Robert Logan
- Louise
- 18 hours ago
- 6 min read
The 2026 La Plata County Board of County Commission (BOCC) District 1 election is around the corner so we invited candidates to share more about their background, values, and vision for the future. Each candidate responded to a brief questionnaire designed to give voters a closer look at who they are and what they stand for. Click on each question to read reponses from candidate Robert Logan, below.
Tell us about your background. What has inspired you to run for BOCC?
I was born in Durango, raised in LaPlata/Ouray county and graduated from Durango High School.
My family has been in the area for many years. I am part of the fifth generation of our family living in this amazing part of the world. I have served my country in the Air Force, attend Fort Lewis College, graduating with a Business Degree, and later returned to Fort Lewis for a teaching licence. I have a masters degree in theology, served as a minster locally for eight years and had the privilege of working as a social studies teacher at Durango High School for 27 years.
My connection to La Plata county is my identity. The power of place and my desire to see the best that can be for all who live in this incredible part of the world is one of the driving forces behind my reason for running for BOCC. I could spend hours talking about this, but will leave you with these three elements: I have a lifetime of historical knowledge of the area and family member's who continue to reinforce those connections. As a social studies teacher, I taught over 3000 students, seeking to instil in them a need/desire to be engaged in their community both in service and politically (at least vote). As a retired teacher I have the time, energy, and background to represent the people of La Plata county.
Please describe, in your own words, what a County Commissioner does? What will the job entail?
What local county experience do you have - have you sat on city or county boards, commissions, non profits? Please include years of engagement.
What has been your personal experience(s) with the BOCC?
What will be your focal points / objectives to pursue with the BOCC?
Would could LPC do to increase its revenue or funding sources? How could they improve public facing communications?
What particular qualities do you bring to the "additional seats" (outside commissions, regional organizations) held by members of the BOCC? Are there any you are particularly interested in?
Where can people learn more and stay up to date on your campaign?
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