As El Paso County’s Commissioner for District 4 and former Fountain City Councilman, Cory Applegate offers a grounded, blue-collar perspective rooted in his lifelong connection to the community. Growing up in El Paso County, Cory saw firsthand both the struggles and the potential of his neighbors. His father served on the Fountain City Council, laying the groundwork for Cory’s dedication to public service, going on to serve on Fountain City Council himself. Before stepping in