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Jonathan bollefer
Your Vote Your Voice
FOR MAYOR
From Hastings, Minnesota Neighborhood Clarke Farms Family Wife and 3 Daughters Occupation Director of Security Why are you running for office? I am running for office to ensure our voice, the voice of our many communities, is represented. I am running for those who have felt indifferent. For those who feel like their voices are not being heard. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is my ability to lead and bring people together. My greatest weakness is my emotion/passion. I am often quite passionate about people and how we treat each other.
One of the things that sets us apart as a nation is the opportunity to cast our vote and have our voice heard each election. In an effort to help educate local voters for the upcoming Town Election, we asked each candidate some questions to better understand their stance and grasp of local issues. We have listed each candidate in alphbetical order for the office they are seeking. Only excerpts from their answers have been printed; you can find their responses in their entirety on our website searchparker.com. BY SEARCH PARKER STAFF
How do you plan to help small businesses? My wife has owned a local small business here in Parker for 5 years. I want to support small businesses like hers with grants and tax breaks. We can do better helping to facilitate their growth and being a better partner for those businesses that reside here in Parker. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I personally think there is always room for improvement. I think we need to evaluate what our end goal is and determine if the current plan encompasses what our communities really want and/or need. We should not be talking about next year but the next 5-10 years. What are your views on our transportation? Parker needs to prepare for the future. If we are only looking a few years forward, we are missing the mark. Let's discuss how to bring in affordable housing for single families, more parking downtown and on Mainstreet, and how we grow responsibly with everyone in mind. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? Town forums. Email polls. Open and honest conversation. Being available, listening. 720.364.7389 Call, Let's talk.
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What sets you apart from the other candidates? I'm not a politician. I do not fit the mold of the Mayoral Candidate. I believe in community and that together, and only together, we can make a difference. We can teach our kids about equality and unity. Not division and hate. I am willing to take on that challenge. That is what makes me different. I am a father of three beautiful girls, a husband that works hard to have a great marriage, a loyal team member within my organization, a fast, hands-on learner, and a servant leader. I do not have any ulterior motives or bad habits. I'm here to collaborate, to learn, listen, and help drive the Town of Parker to be the inclusive, purposeful, and more united community that we can all continue to be proud of.
Joshua r. rivero
Jeffrey a. toborg
From South Hero, Vermont
From California
Neighborhood Idyllwilde
Neighborhood Preston Hill
Family Wife and 2 Kids
Family Wife and 3 Kids
Occupation Owner - Fika Coffee house
Occupation Government Healthcare
FOR MAYOR
Why are you running for office? I am running for Parker. My family moved here in 1989 and this is our hometown. Parker needs a mayor that can reunite our community. I have made serving Parker a full time job, making myself available seven days a week and maintaining a second story office on Mainstreet. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is my ability or need to serve others. My greatest joy is putting a smile on someone else’s face. My greatest weakness is the inability to say no. I can take too much on my plate. How do you plan to help small businesses? I am a small business owner and what we need right now is love. My role as Mayor is not one of policy maker anymore, but I will be the biggest advocate for business in Town Hall. I will work with Town Council to continue programs that allow businesses to succeed. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I know Mainstreet is very healthy. I still believe in the potential of the empty lots and look forward to our expansion to the east. I am also highly encouraged with the new uses going into the Pike’s Peak area. What are your views on our transportation? As a bedroom community we are very good at moving people in and out of Town. Where we get congestion is the cross-town traffic. If we can lessen the need to cross Parker Road, the entire system benefits. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? Increasing transparency and citizen involvement has been my charge since I was first elected in 2012. Open data portals, updated websites, huge social media presence, responsive staff, and award winning customer service - just to name a few. As Mayor, I will continue to be the most accessible representative at Town Hall and plan to have monthly small meet and greets, but also occasional large format “Town Halls,” virtual and in-person. What sets you apart from the other candidates? My passion for this community is second to none. I love this town and I am its biggest champion. I live, work, and play here and I would not have it any other way. My ties to this community are extensive, from my business network, to lifelong friends, to my family, extended and immediate. I am Parker and I am running for Mayor to serve my hometown.
FOR MAYOR
Why are you running for office? Albert Einstein said, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results." The same is true in our elected leaders. If we keep electing the same people, we get the same results. That is why I seek this office. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is that I am a man of action. I say what I do and I do what I say. My greatest weakness, like most of us, is finding the time to do all the things I want to be involved in. In addition to my family, my top priority will always be to serve the citizens of Parker. How do you plan to help small businesses? I strongly believe that free markets and individual achievement are the primary factors behind economic prosperity. The role of government is not to pick winners and losers; our job is to incentivize entrepreneurs and ensure an economic environment where businesses can thrive. We will work to attract new business and make maintaining a business in Parker advantageous and less burdensome and still be responsive to the needs of Parker residents. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? As we sit today, they are doing well in light of the pandemic. The relationship between the DBA and Town is strong and we will continue to work with them to support our Mainstreet (and Pikes Peak) businesses. What are your views on our transportation? The biggest issue facing transportation in Parker is the fact that we are sending $11 million per year to RTD for $1 million in services. Our solution must be to pass legislation allowing municipalities to leave RTD. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? I am the most accessible and approachable member of the Town Council. I plan to keep up that accessibility as well as add Mayor Town Halls where we can get together and talk on any issues facing neighborhoods or town wide. What sets you apart from the other candidates? I was elected to the Council because my fellow townspeople wanted change. I am committed to listening to what Parker residents have to say and will always support and promote THEIR best interest. I work for the People of Parker. That is what makes me the best choice as the next Mayor of Parker. OCTOBER 2020 | SEARCHPARKER 9
anne barrington
John diak
From Greenwood Village
From Parker
Neighborhood The Estates at Quail Creek
Neighborhood Bradbury Hills
Family Husband and 4 Children
Family Wife and 3 Children
Occupation Owner - Barrington Group
Occupation Financial Planner
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I am at a place in my life where I am able to give back to the community that helped me raise a family and supported my business endeavors. It would be an honor and a privilege to serve the Parker community as one of the newest Town Council Members. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? I negotiate for a living and one of my strengths is the ability to be flexible, see both sides of the issue, weigh pros and cons, and provide sound judgement on decisions to ensure it benefits all Parker residents. My biggest weakness is my heart for others. How do you plan to help small businesses? My campaign theme is “Keep it Local.” Whether it is a franchise, big box, or Mom & Pop, all are intricately connected with the wellbeing of our community. Franchise owners are oftentimes local Parker residents, big box stores offer community support for schools, provide jobs for residents, as well as sales tax revenue. Homegrown businesses give us that hometown feeling. We do not want to lose that! Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? “Elevate Downtown Parker” as a destination of choice. We do not want Parker residents to leave Parker to shop or for a night out. I will be a collaborative partner for small business, entrepreneurs, and new businesses that want to start or grow their business in Parker. What are your views on our transportation? I am completely in line with the Town of Parker’s “Balanced Growth” vision. We can’t place a full stop on growth, but we can, and must, maintain a balance. In my opinion, the Town of Parker needs to continue to evolve and change, otherwise it will stagnate. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? Parker offers a variety of communication vehicles for residents. I would use these tools in addition to the personal relationships I have built with the business community and the community as a whole to listen and engage in conversations with my constituents. What sets you apart from the other candidates? I have lived the Parker life for 18 years, built my businesses here, and have been a voice and advocate for small businesses. I have stood up for our Town and understand what it takes to make the hard decisions that are required of a Town Council member. 10 SEARCHPARKER | OCTOBER 2020
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? Parker has been my home for the last 37 years and I feel a sense of duty to utilize my knowledge and skill set to further the interests of the community. Additionally, I have assumed leadership roles within various regional organizations. I would like to fulfill my leadership commitments. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? Greatest Strength - Collaboration - Active listening to define issues, build consensus, and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Greatest Weakness - Not being able to say no to a challenge. How do you plan to help small businesses? In the COVID era, create awareness and personally walk through with business owners the various Federal and County assistance programs. We need to continue to reduce policy challenges and make it easier for businesses to re-establish normal operations. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? Mainstreet can be better. The Town needs to find suitable development partners to purchase Town owned land and build consistent with the My Mainstreet plan to expand and connect Mainstreet. Creating a sense of place through proper development will attract citizens and create the walkability and vibrancy desired in Parker's Downtown. What are your views on our transportation? Parker will see over $98.5 million of transportation projects in the Parker area over the next 5 years. The main focus will be safety, increasing roadway connections, and reducing congestion by creating parallel routes to Parker Road. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? By continuing the current Town efforts to increase accessibility to information and elected leaders as well as providing platforms to seek and collect citizen input. Most importantly, being available and responsive to individual requests to meet and discuss Town matters. What sets you apart from the other candidates? Being a Councilmember for the last 8 years, I’m very familiar with the Town’s operational process. My strong financial background and diverse land use knowledge provides the competency to understand and participate in resolution of complex local and regional issues. My leadership ability has been recognized by my peers – being unanimously selected to oversee organizations of regional significance.
michael drennan
frederick freund
From Chicago, Illinois
From Parker
Neighborhood Anthology
Neighborhood Canterberry
Family Wife and 3 Children
Family Wife and 2 Children
Occupation SVP CPG Beverage
Occupation Sr. Systems Administrator
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? Lower Water Bills, Oversee aggressive HOAs, and work with DAWG Nation to finish the design, construct, and operate the nation’s first multi-sheet hockey facility which is purpose-built to support both disabled and able-bodied athletes. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? Strength would be my leadership philosophy, adaptive to allow flexibility in all situations. Provide and seek clarity with good listening skills. Good collaboration skills; Experience in leading joint business planning meetings with internal and external customers, locking down joint growth goals and pillars to support that growth, including innovation and new platform expansion. Weakness - golf. How do you plan to help small businesses? Understand the small business core standards and data metrics they use for benchmarking of milestone accomplishments and market concerns. Focus on understanding the “why” of the past and look towards the “how” of the future. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? Yes, I think it is healthy. I would like to see more seasonal events driving more consumers downtown. Events for the family like Holiday Ice carvings or Halloween great pumpkin patch events. What are your views on our transportation? Traffic is growing and I think we need to look at options to help the community with transit like a new station similar to other communities. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? Social Media updates. What sets you apart from the other candidates? Living in Colorado over 20 years, I have seen the growth. My family and I first lived in Highlands Ranch prior to moving to Parker, so I understand change. Change needed like lowering water bills and managing aggressive HOAs. I have a good understanding of business, as I finished my MBA at Washington University in St. Louis (Olin School of Business) providing me acumens into highly complex and comprehensive analysis, as well as insights and recommendations for elements related to revenue management like budget allocation for top & bottom line results.
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I want Parker to have this type of community feel when my kids grow up. However, things need to change in order to keep this community feel. We need better communication with the people, better development choices, and fewer regulations that inhibit our community from thriving. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My strengths stem from my profession. In the world of Information Technology, you have to learn quickly and problem solve. We all have flaws; mine boils down to wanting to be involved with as many things as possible, but it can get overwhelming at times. How do you plan to help small businesses? I would love to see more downtown small businesses. A pizza parlor and coffee shop next to Discovery Park would be a great addition. This would include encouraging more commercial development in the downtown area and additional parking. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? It isn’t as successful as it could be. Additional shops and restaurants would bring in more foot traffic downtown. In addition to the increase in commercial/retail space, additional areas for parks, and a place to hang out would go a long way. What are your views on our transportation? The town needs to keep up with roads and traffic patterns as developments move in. Approving only developments we can sustain is an important decision to make on the council. I also believe that if a developer wants to build here, they should pay for the additional strain on our infrastructure. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? There are 3 main avenues of communication between the Town Council and the people of Parker. Petitions (that have been thrown out in the past), Public comment, and elections. What sets you apart from the other candidates? I’m so passionate about Parker. As an average Parker resident, I relate to those who feel like they are not being heard. On top of that, my career in IT has taught me to learn quickly and problem solve. Being able to analyze an issue that is brought before the council and ask the questions the people want to know sets me aside from other candidates. OCTOBER 2020 | SEARCHPARKER 11
mark c. hall
laura hefta
From Columbine
From East Coast
Neighborhood Bradbury Hills
Neighborhood Horseshoe Ridge
Family Wife and dog
Family Husband and 2 Sons
Occupation Retired
Occupation Attorney - Laura Hefta Law
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I love Parker and am honored to live here and call it home. I want to maintain fiscal responsibility, our status as one of the most desirable places to live, and one of the safest. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is planning, preparation, and organization. All which will come in handy as I have the time being retired to do extensive research on issues facing the town. My fiscal background will also be an asset to the Council. My greatest weakness is wanting things done yesterday. How do you plan to help small businesses? By focusing on frequenting businesses owned by locals. I know the owners of just about every small business in town and fought hard to get them open as an original Reopen Colorado Member. Going forward, I would meet with the Downtown Business Alliance and learn their needs and areas where the town could make changes to assist them. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I do think that Mainstreet and the downtown area is successful. Going from 20 Mile to Pine Curve is what I am focusing on primarily. I do believe there are more opportunities along the entire stretch for responsible growth and improvements to make the downtown area more of a destination with better walkability. What are your views on our transportation? We need to recognize how many non-residents travel our roads from the south and the east. John Diak leads DrCog and has been instrumental in helping us receive funding for our projects. I believe more development is needed for traffic relief to the east of downtown. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? Being retired, I plan to make myself available to discuss, listen, and research extensivly, so I can bring their concerns to our Study Sessions. What sets you apart from the other candidates? My honesty. For example, I am not hiding behind a mask (yes, I wear one when required), but Residents will know exactly where I sit and stand on issues and politically. A vote for me is a vote for the voice of reason. 12 SEARCHPARKER | OCTOBER 2020
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I am running for office to serve the residents of Parker. From my legal, business, military, and government background, I know how to make decisions, propose policy, and accomplish key objectives. I have created policy, approved budgets, and analyzed complex legal/business matters regarding land usage, financial issues, and environmental issues. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is my compassion for people and their concerns. My greatest weakness is that I can overestimate how much I can get done in one day. How do you plan to help small businesses? I intend to help small businesses thrive through strategic partnerships, programs, and educational opportunities. I will strengthen outreach campaigns and enhance strategic relationships. I will advocate for changes to the Town’s current administrative process for small businesses to streamline procedures. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I have learned that people from other communities regularly enjoy our restaurants and businesses in downtown Parker, so I know it is healthy. I will advocate that any new businesses built downtown pay for their own parking lot, with adequate spaces. What are your views on our transportation? I will advocate that we invest in new technology to allow for tracking and synchronization of traffic signals. I will support Parker leaving the RTD since we pay over $11 million a year and only receive $1 million in service. I will ensure that traffic study impacts are submitted and reviewed for each new business that wants to operate in Parker. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? I will be accessible to residents through community outreach, meetings, and email. I will advocate for the Town to submit to all our residents’ surveys/ questionnaires, and insist there is greater advertisement for their input. Most importantly, I will advocate that critical issues are placed on the ballot. What sets you apart from the other candidates? I have the education, knowledge and experience in government, law, and business to effectively serve as a Town Council Member. I am an actionoriented person who makes measured and balanced decisions. I will work to ensure Parker residents’ voice is heard and respected. Keep Parker Beautiful!
todd hendreks
nathan j. matthews
From Houston, Texas
From All over
Neighborhood Hidden River
Neighborhood Idyllwilde
Family Wife and 2 Children
Family Wife and 7 Children
Occupation Information Technology
Occupation VP of Wealth Management
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I have a proven track record of community service and civic duty. Running for Town Council is a natural progression for me. I do not think Parker needs to be fixed. I am running because I feel it is a special place where I wish to maintain and improve the hometown feel that still exists today and improve the quality of life not only for my family, but yours and your neighbors. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? One of my greatest strengths is my level of obligation to volunteer for the Community, which lends itself from my Rotary motto, "Service Above Self." As far as my greatest weakness, I don't view life like that, but rather, there is room for improvement. Thus, flossing my teeth nightly needs some work. How do you plan to help small businesses? When elected, I will continue educating the residents on the importance of #shopLocal as it pertains to sales tax revenue for the Town. I will also look into streamlining how the Town interacts with small businesses on approvals or general enhancements, as I am told that can be daunting. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I have seen Mainstreet / Downtown change from a ghost town to becoming more vibrant, but I think there is room for improvement. I would encourage Town Staff, with community involvement, to look into options to fill out this area for more mixed use options of work, shop, play type options. What are your views on our transportation? We have roughly $78 million of NON-Town fund money slated for improvements. I would continue to encourage relationships with the various entities (State, County, CDOT). How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? When elected, I will encourage more involvement of residents by attending Town Council & Planning Commission meetings, Town Staff led Open Houses and other avenues. What sets you apart from the other candidates? I have educated myself on how a Town functions. I took my involvement a step further by graduating from the Parker Civic Academy and Parker Police Citizens Academy. And I decided to serve Parker in roles as a Planning Commissioner and Cultural & Scientific Commissioner.
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? My vision is to see the residents of Parker thrive! Reducing or eliminating taxes whenever possible is one way residents can thrive. As a Town Councilmember, my top priority will be to get Parker’s 3% sales tax on groceries eliminated. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is my ability to remain calm under pressure and think clearly through difficult issues. My greatest weakness is wanting to quickly solve problems and help people when some solutions are complex or will take time. How do you plan to help small businesses? Government should not be in the position of determining which businesses are essential or nonessential. Many small businesses were deemed “nonessential” and closed due to the Covid shutdowns. All businesses are essential, and I will advocate for business owners and promote the right to earn a living. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I do believe Mainstreet / downtown is healthy – it is a favorite destination for our family and adds to Parker’s small-town community charm. What are your views on our transportation? Parker is a popular community and will continue to see growth in the years ahead. With Parker’s growth, many have expressed their frustration over the increasing traffic and commute times around town. We need to focus on responsible growth that pays for the necessary infrastructure enhancements to continue supporting all of Parker’s residents while maintaining our small-town community feel.. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? James Madison’s quote on Town Hall says it best: “The ultimate authority…resides in the people alone.” I’m running to serve and represent my fellow residents. I will listen to residents, deal honestly with their concerns, and make their voices heard on Town Council. What sets you apart from the other candidates? My financial expertise will serve Parker residents well. A key responsibility of Town Councilmembers is to approve the annual Town budget. My priority will be to utilize my expertise to scrutinize the budget and oversee our taxpayer dollars and how funds are spent. OCTOBER 2020 | SEARCHPARKER 13
lyndsey quist
jeeva senthilnathan
From San Diego, California
From Parker
Neighborhood Horseshoe Ridge
Neighborhood Clarke Farms
Family Husband and 2 Children
Family Parents and elder sister
Occupation Fundraising & Non-profit
Occupation Owner - Privando
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I am running for Parker Town Council to bring greater representation to Parker and to listen to the constituents of this town. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is my ability to bring people together to solve community issues. My greatest weakness is my desire to take on more projects than I can manage. How do you plan to help small businesses? I grew up in a small family business alongside my parents. I have personally seen the hard times that small businesses can go through. I will work with the Parker Chamber, the SBA, and the Parker Economic Development Department to provide opportunities for our small businesses. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? Mainstreet is one of my favorite areas of Parker. It represents both our history and future. In my platform, I address the need for growth to be balanced and not stretch our infrastructure too thin. New businesses in downtown add to our community as long as we have the infrastructure to support the business. What are your views on our transportation? Transportation infrastructure is at the center of my platform for sustainable and balanced growth. Since the 2017 Downtown Parking Plan there have been significant changes to the area. We need to take another look at the plan and how our community has been impacted by recent developments. New development should not be approved without providing the infrastructure necessary to support the new businesses. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? I promise to be available to all of my constituents and to always listen to all sides of an argument. I will host town halls, be available for 1:1 meetings or telephone calls, and wait to make a decision until I have heard from all concerned parties. What sets you apart from the other candidates? My non-profit experience brings a unique perspective to Town Council. A career in fundraising means working behind the scenes to focus on the needs of the greater community. I promise to put the needs of the entire community front and center in my work on Town Council. 14 SEARCHPARKER | OCTOBER 2020
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I am seeking this office because I know that if something needs to get done, that I will have to do it myself. I hope that running as a Gen-Z student will inspire young people within the town to take part in these important meetings, giving them the opportunity to be civically engaged. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is listening to the community. My greatest weakness is the amount of confidence I lack because I am naturally shy. How do you plan to help small businesses? Many community members who work in STEM-related jobs from Parker leave to work in their profession. I want to address this by bringing in new chapters to Parker, that will be owned by Parker residents from existing STEM companies within the state. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I think that Mainstreet/downtown is somewhat successful, but is also extremely dehydrated. As mentioned below, transit ridership is key in downtown with electric scooters, having easy access to small shops and groceries. With this policy, we are hitting two birds with one stone, cutting traffic by giving the community a different transportation option, and also adding some pizzazz for the community. What are your views on our transportation? I want to address this issue by finding alternative routes, as well as implementing a transit ridership policy, which includes electric scooters just like the way it is in Denver. I feel that it is very important that we allow space for future expansion for meeting the community’s needs of employment within the town. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? By actually holding one on one meetings with individuals, as well as hold regular town halls. I will hold surveys and questionnaires on specific legislation kept in public, where community members themselves will vote. What sets you apart from the other candidates? I am 18 years old and I believe no young person has ever attempted to run for the Parker Town Council. I believe that I am the best choice for office because I bring a variety of experiences to the table that no one can match. From being involved in STEM, to business, and politics, I believe that I am a well-rounded citizen that can bring so much more for this council to spice up Parker.
kendra sindelman
brandi j. wilks
From Vermont
From Parker
Neighborhood Auburn Hills
Neighborhood Senderos Creek
Family Husband and Twins
Family Husband and 4 Children
Occupation Ad. Research Director
Occupation Mom
FOR TOWN COUNCIL
Why are you running for office? I love Parker. I have built a really strong community of neighbors within Auburn Hills. When I leave my community bubble, I lose the connection that I love; I feel lost. I ran to work on building similar connections with people, hear what they say. A common theme is that residents don’t feel they are being heard. What is your greatest strength? Greatest weakness? My greatest strength is that I am a collaborative, strategic problem solver. My biggest weakness is that I have the tendency to take/make things personal when they shouldn’t be. How do you plan to help small businesses? I’d like the Town to provide additional resources for small businesses. I’d offer my skill set to provide marketing resources for in-trouble businesses. Is Mainstreet/downtown healthy and successful? I do think Downtown is healthy and successful; it is also congested. Promoting alternative entry points, avoiding Mainstreet and Parker Rd, and figuring out ways to ease congestion has to be a priority of the Town. What are your views on our transportation? We aren’t getting our investment in the RTD; infrastructure lacks and we need roads, but these things do not happen overnight. There are currently plans in place to do a lot of stuff with regional partners which need to continue. How do you plan to involve residents in decisions? Let’s Talk Parker is a community resource that exists now; it is a forum to engage community feedback. I would also work to add a level of Transparency to the Town Council process, ensure residents are aware of Study Sessions on particular proposals so they can actively engage while the planning is happening. What sets you apart from the other candidates? There is infrastructure in place to connect the residents of Parker to the Town, but community engagement is not happening. I would work to enhance these systems, push for outreach and engagement. The best part, I have built a 20 year career doing this for brands like NBC, STARZ, P&G and Coca-Cola. I’d love to be one of the individuals that gets to have a seat at the table to help Parker evolve.
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