Priscilla Rahn announces run for Douglas County Commissioner

few. I am on a national foundation board, Music Will, that provides free musical instruments to students, I currently serve on the Denver Police Chief’s Advisory Board, and volunteer for Korean Heritage Camps.

mitted to closely working with Sheriff Weekly to ensure our law enforcement officers have the tools, equipment, and resources to keep our citizens safe.

1) Why did you decide to run for Douglas County Commissioner?

Douglas County is one of the top counties in the United States to live, work, and raise a family. We’re debt free, have a growing economy and a world-class quality of life. Residents of Douglas County want to preserve the amazing quality of life that’s been built here and we need to protect the investments that homeowners have made and for generations to come.

My time as a precinct volunteer and Chair of the Douglas County Planning Commission has inspired me to serve my local community in a greater capacity. I have tremendous respect for our elected officials, business community and all who work in every department in Douglas County. After meeting with several stakeholders, I made my announcement on June 22nd.

2) What key moments in your life have led you to this point?

I have always been an active volunteer at work and in my community. I have served on a number of education committees, for example chairing the Denver Public Schools’ (DPS) Asian Education Advisory Council, serving on the School Performance Framework Committee, and the DPS Superintendent’s School Safety Advisory Committee, to name a

In 2020, I was awarded the Harriet Tubman “Moses” Teacher Leader of the Year by the EduCtr and bestowed an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters by the Aspen Theological Seminary for my contributions to the community.

Politically, I was elected to two terms as the Vice Chairman of the Colorado Republican Party, elected as a precinct committee person and I’m currently the Chair of the Douglas County Planning Commission. In addition, I’m a small business owner and believe that small businesses are the backbone of our county.

3) What do you see are the most critical issues in Douglas County?

The most critical issues in Douglas County include crime, school safety, water, transportation, open space, and homelessness/mental health. I’m com-

As a school teacher, I think about the safety of my students and colleges every day. In Douglas County we have experienced school violence firsthand with the tragic event in 2019 at Highlands Ranch STEM School. I will collaboratively work with the Douglas County School Board, Sheriff’s Office, and Mental Health Community to make Douglas County a leader in preventing school violence. I will be a strong advocate for Douglas County having a robust and actionable water plan that ensures we have high quality renewable sources of water for all our citizens.

To learn about my campaign, my website is priscillafordougco.com. I would love for our community to volunteer and donate to my campaign.