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Routt County Commissioner Dist 1 / Junta de Comisionados del Condado

The county commissioners act as the governing body of the county. They enact policies such as the establishment of the property tax rate and the adoption of the budget. They adopt ordinances or local laws that affect citizens living in the unincorporated areas of the county. They are elected by all voters in the county to represent the district in which they live and serve a four year term with no term limit.Junta de Comisionados del CondadoLos comisionados del condado actúan como órgano rector del condado. Son elegidos en general por períodos de cuatro años y promulgan políticas como el establecimiento de la tasa del impuesto a la propiedad y la adopción del presupuesto. Adoptan ordenanzas o leyes locales que afectan a los ciudadanos que viven en zonas no incorporadas del condado. Sin límite de mandato.

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    Brent A Romick
    (Rep)

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    Angelica Salinas
    (Dem)

Biographical Information

What are your top priorities for the office and how would you integrate them in your first 100 days?

What factors will guide your financial and budgeting decisions?

What steps should be taken to curb gun violence, if any?

What would you do to address environmental issues such as drought, wildfires and air quality, if anything?

What steps would you take to ensure affordable housing is available?

What role should county government have in enforcing immigration laws? Please explain.

Why do you want to serve now?

Submitted Biography Brent Romick’s 60 years in Routt County and 45 years as a business owner speaks for itself. He is a proven leader with the experience that our County needs, to tackle your most pressing issues and build an even brighter future. Small Business Owner Since 1981 – Brent launched Romick Realty in 1981, which evolved into Romick and Associates, Inc. as a firm specializing in sales, consulting and resource management. He later championed Ranch Preservation Subdivision efforts and orchestrated conservation easements on more than 20,000 acres in Routt County ensuring the beauty of our County endures. His dedication helped secure crucial protections for the environment, water, agriculture, and wildlife habitats. As part of these labors, in 2000, he was awarded the “Excellence in Riparian Management” from the Colorado Riparian Association for his commendable stewardship. Brent is perfectly positioned to serve as Routt County's next County Commissioner.
Website / Sitio Web http://www.romick4routt.com/
Campaign Phone (619)200-1479
Campaign Email romick4routt@gmail.com
I will ensure the values and interests of rural Routt County is restored at Board of County Commissioners by defending private property rights, protecting natural habitats and resources through proper land use principles, and identify regulations that can be streamlined or eliminated to reduce building costs which drive up the cost of living and deprive our communities of attainable housing and economic vitality.
I will first assess what value a regulation or tax is delivering to the county in terms of cost of living and quality of life. I'll then determine if it should be retained or considered for elimination. My fundamental principle is, if you want to get less of something, regulate it or tax it.
We need trained, equipped, and supported law enforcement in our communities. And we also need a genuine respect for the Second Amendment. A well-trained citizenry in the use of firearms produces a safe citizenry when coupled with a respect for the law.
As a land developer, rancher, and businessman, I am first and foremost a conservationist. As county commissioner, I will continue to apply my expertise and values to protect our natural resources, wildlife habitats, and communities from natural and man-made phenomena.
Housing should not just be "affordable" it should be attainable as personal private property and bring individuals and young families a means to build wealth and invest back into the community. I will work to streamline and reduce regulations and financial barriers to deliver a variety of housing options across the county that will allow individuals and families to become homeowners, not just renters.
As county commissioner, I value any hard-working, law-abiding citizen or immigrant in Routt County. In this capacity, I will uphold state and federal laws to the best of my ability while ensuring immigrants are treated fairly and respectfully as valued members of our community.
I have lived and worked in Routt County for over 60 years. I have seen how our Board of County Commissioners no longer represent rural Routt County. I have also seen how BoCC has grown the county government through vast new regulations that impose on individuals, families, and businesses while delivering no value to the community. I want to restore representational government, transparency, and efficiency to Routt County so all of our citizens have opportunities to thrive and succeed.
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