Elected by Ward for a 4-year term. Current term
ends November, 2013.
Broomfield resident for more than 10
years, third generation Coloradoan.
EDUCATION - B.A. Degree in Liberal Arts from Concordia Senior
College, a Master of Divinity Degree from Concordia Seminary,
St. Louis, Mo. Clinical Pastoral Education at Care and
Counseling, Harvard University, Kennedy School of Government,
Senior Executives in State and Local Government program. City
and Counties Leadership Training Programs.
OCCUPATION - Former Lutheran minister, Vice President of
Gaiser Corporation, creating more than 800 recreational and
hotel jobs in Denver since 1974. Now converting the hotel to
affordable senior housing, assisted living, and retail.
Created more than $500 million in real estate projects from
apartment, shopping centers and office space.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT - Board member of BCAP and former
Executive Board member of the Colorado Municipal League. Serve
on city and counties state and national committees. Appointed
by Governor Ritter and Colorado Counties to represent 64
counties on State Boards. Raised more than $2.5 million for
charity.
PHILOSOPHY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT - Leadership begins by
listening to the voice of the people and providing leadership
that responds to citizens needs giving them a voice in
government. We should be open and accountable in financial
matters. I believe in responsible growth and preservation of
open space, parks and trails within walking distance of every
home.
What makes Broomfield great are the many volunteers that serve
our community. It is that small town feeling that lead us to
appreciate the importance of community where neighbors looks
out for each other and everyone knows the local business
owners and teachers.
Broomfield families should have an opportunity to raise their
children safely, earn a good paying job nearby, access quality
parks and trails, travel the roads in a timely manner and
retire here affordably.
