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Donald Trump – President of the United States https://weldcountygop.com/donald-trump-president-of-the-united-states/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:19:47 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=31251

Donald Trump

Candidate for President of the United States

JD Vance

Candidate for Vice President of the United States

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Jason Maxey – County Commissioner, District 1 https://weldcountygop.com/jason-maxey-county-commissioner-district-1/ Mon, 13 May 2024 17:33:31 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=30594

Jason Maxey

Jason Maxey – County Commissioner, District 1

Jason has lived in Weld County for over 33 years, and comes from a dairy farming family that has been in the area just west of Kersey since the mid-1950’s.

He and his beautiful bride have been married for 23 years. They have lived in unincorporated Weld County for over 14 years, raising two children on their small acreage south of Gill.

Jason has been involved in many things over the years, such as volunteering at church, coaching both his kids on multiple sports teams, and participation on various boards and commissions including: Weld County Planning Commission (2009-2015), Weld County Board of Adjustment (2011-2018), Weld County Board of Health (2015-2018), Platte Valley School Board (2013-2017), and SE Weld Chamber of Commerce (2013-2015).

He participated in the Metro North Chamber of Commerce Leadership program, and after graduating became a part of the Leadership Advisory Board and was Chair for two years. Jason was honored to receive the Metro North Chamber’s Leadership Person of the Year award in 2014.

Jason is a recent graduate of the Water Literate Leaders of Northern Colorado class, hosted by the Colorado Water Center (part of Colorado State University).

Jason currently serves as Director for the Weld County Oil & Gas Energy Department, and would like to continue his service to Weld County by earning your vote to become the next Commissioner for District 1.

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Lynette “Kilpatrick” Peppler – County Commissioner, District 3 https://weldcountygop.com/lynette-kilpatrick-peppler-county-commissioner-district-3/ Mon, 13 May 2024 17:26:36 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=30591

Lynette “Kilpatrick” Peppler

Lynette “Kilpatrick” Peppler – County Commissioner, District 3

Lynette “Kilpatrick” Peppler’s roots run deep in Weld County, where she grew up on her family’s dairy farm—a place that instilled in her the value of hard work and the importance of preserving the land that sustains us. A patriot at heart, Lynette proudly qualified as a marksman in the Marine Corps, a formative experience that solidified her lifelong commitment to upholding the rights and freedoms central to our nation’s identity.

After serving her country, Lynette’s dedication found a new focus at home. She embraced the challenging yet rewarding task of homeschooling her children for 21 years, embedding the fabric of their education with the threads of Biblical values, civic understanding, and a deep appreciation for American history. These years weren’t just about academic learning; they were about nurturing a sense of responsibility, integrity, and conservative ideals.

Now, with her children grown, her focus continues to be on the community of Weld County. She’s a natural teacher and a steadfast advocate, pouring her energy into supporting adults with disabilities and maintaining the traditional values that form the backbone of the county. In addition to her advocacy, Lynette uses her extensive experience as a CDL instructor to equip new drivers with the skills necessary for safe and responsible operation of school buses, transit vehicles, and large trucks. Her hands-on approach is evident, whether she’s engaging in local law enforcement volunteer work, teaching driving safety, or caring for her 98-year-old mother, ensuring the family farm continues to be a testament to resilience and a nurturing presence in the lives of future generations.

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Barb Kirkmeyer – Senate District 23 https://weldcountygop.com/barb-kirkmeyer-senate-district-23/ Mon, 13 May 2024 17:20:23 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=30588

Barb Kirkmeyer

Barb Kirkmeyer – Senate District 23

As a 4th generation Coloradan who has lived in southern Weld County for over 35 years, Barb Kirkmeyer has a record of delivering results for her community as a State Senator and a Weld County Commissioner. In 2023 alone, in the face of Democrat dominance of the Legislature, Barb passed 49 bills to promote economic and personal freedom and improve Coloradans’ safety. In 2021, she was acknowledged by Colorado Politics as a notable legislator who “debated like a statehouse veteran, not a first-year back bencher.” Barb has gotten more measures passed than any other Republican legislator, including buying down the Budget Stabilization factor to the tune of $180 million, more than five times what Governor Jared Polis proposed in his budget presentation. Colorado Politics called her “a shining star for Coloradans, both in her work on the Joint Budget Committee and her attempt to come up with a win-win on the housing bill.” Senator Kirkmeyer currently serves on the Joint Budget Committee and Appropriations. She previously served on Senate Education, Senate Health and Human Services and Senate Local Government Committees. She was also appointed to the Statutory Revisions Committee, where she served as vice-chair of the Public School Finance Interim Committee, and vice chair of the Early Childhood and School Readiness Interim Committee. As a Weld County Commissioner, Kirkmeyer pursued a strong conservative agenda, leaving Weld County as Colorado’s only large, debt-free county. She also helped coordinate an effort to make Weld County a Second Amendment sanctuary from liberal assaults on gun rights. Barb has previously co-owned and operated a dairy farm, was a small business owner for 15 years, and served in Governor Owens’ cabinet as the acting executive director of the Department of Local Affairs. Kirkmeyer graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in physical education. Both her daughters graduated from Weld County schools and raised their families in southern Weld County. When not involved in legislative related business, Kirkmeyer enjoys volunteering and spending time with her family, including her six grandsons.

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Perry Buck – County Commissioner at Large https://weldcountygop.com/perry-buck-commissioner-at-large/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:39:14 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=30348
Perry Buck
Perry Buck

Perry Buck – Commissioner at Large

Commissioner Perry Buck is a third-generation Weld County native. She learned the importance of community service from her father who served Weld County as both a county commissioner and state representative.

In 1984, Perry graduated from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, with a degree in English. She did her graduate work in accounting at Ft. Lewis College in Durango, Colorado.

Perry is and has been involved in many civic organizations including Rotary, United Way of Weld County, Weld County Partners, Senior Resource Services, Habitat for Humanity, Board of Northern Colorado Legislative Alliance, Greeley Chamber of Commerce, Pro 15 and the Weld County Republican Party. She attends Generations Church.

In 1999, Perry was appointed by Governor Owens as the Northeast Business Development Representative for the Colorado Office of Economic Development. She helped facilitate economic development in the rural communities from Jackson and Grand counties in the west to Phillips and Sedgwick counties in the northeast, down to Cheyenne, Lincoln, and Elbert counties.

Perry served four years as Secretary for the State GOP and then four years as the Vice-Chair of the State Republican Party. Before that, she was the Weld County GOP Chair. She also served as President of the Colorado Federation of Republican Women from 2012 to 2014.

Perry was elected in 2006 for the Weld County Council At-Large, in 2010, Perry was re-elected in Weld County for County Council at-Large.

In November of 2012, Perry was elected Representative for House District 49, where she served four terms. She was elected Minority Whip by her peers. During those eight years she was rated by Colorado Union of Taxpayers, Principals of Liberty, Republican Liberty Caucus, Americans for Prosperity as one of the most conservative of the Republican caucus. She is proud to be pro-life and supports the second amendment. She has her concealed weapons permit.

In November of 2020 Perry was elected for Weld County Commissioner – At Large. She currently serves as Chairman Pro-tem of the board.

Perry lives in Greeley, Colorado, and enjoys gardening, sports, reading, and fighting for Conservative principles.

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Scott Bright – Senate District 13 https://weldcountygop.com/scott-bright-senate-district-13/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:42:06 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=30334
Scott Bright

Scott Bright – Senate District 13

Scott Bright is a conservative civic and business leader who has been devoted to the communities of Senate District 13 his entire life.

Born and raised by a single mother until turning 9 (at which time his mother married her now-husband of 43 years), Scott graduated from Pacific Union College with a Degree in Business Management and Accounting and a Minor in Religion.

Scott focused his adult life on promoting better education and childhood development, policy areas he hopes to focus on in the Legislature.

Scott has worked in his family’s early childhood education business since 1990 and is the 3rd generation owner. With 25 licensed child-care and preschool facilities and 250 incredible employees, his company provides services to over 2,000 families in Weld County.

Scott met his wife of 29 years, Cindy, in college and they have lived within the boundaries of Senate District 13 every year since. Scott and Cindy have 2 kids: Devaney is 24 and recently married and pursuing a Masters in Reproductive Technology at CSU; Chase is 20 and is attending AIMS Community College.

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Treasurer Fred Mahe https://weldcountygop.com/treasurer-fred-mahe/ Sun, 26 Feb 2023 17:03:51 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=27105

About Fred…

Fred is the Treasurer of the Weld County Republican Party.

About the Treasurer…

Article IV, Section 1 of the Weld GOP Central Committee Bylaws says, “The Chairman, the Secretary, and the Weld County Republican Treasurer shall be elected by a majority vote of the said Weld County Republican Central Committee, aforesaid, cast at a meeting upon notice previously given, by those present and voting.”

Section 6 of the same article says, “The Weld County Republican Treasurer shall maintain, receive and expend funds and make, or cause to be made, proper disclosure reports to the IRS and to the committee. He/she shall maintain an accurate record of all receipts and expenditures and perform such other duties as assigned to him by the County Chairman. The Treasurer shall be bonded for an amount to be determined by the Executive Committee on a yearly basis. Said bond shall be acquired and paid for by the Weld County Republican Central Committee.”

The Treasurer serves as Chair of the Finance Committee and as a member of the Patronage Committee.

Learn more about the role and responsibilities of the Weld GOP Treasurer by downloading our bylaws HERE.

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Secretary Eric Rinard https://weldcountygop.com/secretary-eric-rinard/ Sat, 25 Feb 2023 23:31:07 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=27131

About Eric…

Eric is a design engineer for a laser research and manufacturing company in Boulder. He earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from CU Boulder and has lived in or north of Denver for most of his life. Eric and his wife Jodi own a small horse farm east of Erie, where they raise their four children.

About the Weld GOP Secretary…

Article VI, Section 5 of the Weld County Republican Central Committee bylaws says, “The Secretary shall be the chief clerical officer of the committee. He/she shall keep a complete record of all the proceedings of the committee, the Executive Committee, and perform such other duties as may be delegated to the Secretary by the committee or by the Chairman or acting Chairman. He/she shall issue and attend to the service of all notices of meetings and Committee appointments. He/she shall issue all calls for meetings of the Committee and all County assemblies or conventions. The Secretary is ultimately responsible for obtaining all necessary forms signed and filed with the Secretary of State immediately following the assembly or convention. He/she will schedule and coordinate training for District Captains and committee people as to their duties and responsibilities. The Secretary shall remain current in changes of the election laws. The Secretary shall promote the best interests of the Republican party in Weld County and exercise the best efforts to keep or develop harmony in the party.”

Learn more about the role and responsibilities of the Weld GOP Secretary by downloading our bylaws HERE.

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Scott K. James https://weldcountygop.com/chairman-scott-k-james/ Tue, 21 Feb 2023 15:11:20 +0000 https://weldcountygop.com/?p=27096

Read even more from Scott HERE.

About Scott…

Widely recognized for his thoughtful, common-sense approach to addressing issues that affect families, businesses, and communities, Scott K. James is a staunch defender of the power of the individual, the free market, the rule of law, and maintaining a small, limited government that fulfills only its proper role. A former Council member and Mayor of Johnstown, Colorado, Scott delights in public service and continues that service as the second-term Weld County Commissioner representing District 2 and the Weld County Republican Party Chairman.

A community-involved Northern Colorado native, Scott is a 40-year veteran media personality and host of Scott & Sadie in the Morning heard weekdays on Big 97.9. Awarded Best Morning Show, Best News/Talk Personality, and Best Station Entertainment Personality by the Colorado Broadcasters’ Association and awarded County Commissioner of the Year by Colorado Counties, Incorporated, Scott, his wife, Julie, and 17-year-old son, Jack, call Johnstown home.

Scott welcomes your calls (or texts) at (970) 227-8386.

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