He didn't run from the challenge, he faced it head on in a thoughtful manner and turned the corrupt department into one the community can now trust. "I want to be your sheriff because I believe the citizens of Larimer County and the men and women who serve nobly at the sheriff's office deserve a leader who can lead with transparency and integrity, who has shown a commitment to the community, who has the relationships with other leaders in our community to begin conversations with our citizens to solve problems," Feyen said in a campaign video. Feyen said he hopes to work closely with the towns the sheriff's office contracts services with, including Wellington and Berthoud, to hear what they expect from the sheriff's office. John believes these rights were held in such high regard for a reason and will protect them as your Sheriff. . Here's what we know about those who have entered races for Larimer County offices so far: Term-limited Sheriff Justin Smith will challenge incumbent John Kefalasfor the District 1 seat. On December 9, 2022, the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force (NCDTF) arrested a Wellington woman for multiple felony drug allegations and concluded another investigation focused on combating the Fentanyl epidemic and illegal narcotics distribution in the region. Smith said he wants to bring my experiences and lessons learned to the board to provide a fresh perspective on these issues and many more., Kefalas who has served three years as a county commissioner and previously served 12 years in the state legislature said he is running for reelection because of his life-long commitment to serving others and the profound need for greater kindness and understanding.. Final Official Results This concludes the 2022 General Election in Larimer County. Im confident that as Larimer Countys Sheriff, John will continue to enhance public safety by protecting public health and reducing crime through constitutional policing and partnerships with the community. Thats not going to help them.. NORTH FORTY: What type of experiences have you gained through your various positions in law enforcement that make you feel that youre the best candidate for this job? Opinion:With inflation and gun safety top of mind, what values will guide your Colorado primary vote? Per the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Larimer County will provide a reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability who need assistance. I for one have had enough of empty talk by those that want the power of an elected office to further their ego and not focus on or actually serve as a public servant as law enforcement should be." Larimer County is using a new application system -you will need to create a new account and build your application to apply for positions in the new system even if you had an account built in the old system. Feyen said he is a proponent of the Second Amendment and is not in favor of using Extreme Risk Protection Orders. Resolving complex issues require a collaborative mindset. Emailing (to) * Subject * Your Name * Phone . While we have different nuances in the ways of approaching it, the goals are the same, and thats to keep people safe, Feyen said. Current Sheriff Justin Smith is term-limited and is running for Larimer County Commissioner for District 1 against incumbent Democrat John Kefalas. 1-4-802 (1)(g)(I)]. Clerk and Recorder: Angela Myers (R) and Toni Baker (D), Commissioner District 1: John Kefalas (D) and Justin Smith (R). If you are seeking your party's nomination for an office, we recommend consulting your party chairperson as early as possible. Seven county offices are up for election this year: commissioner for District 1, sheriff, clerk and recorder, treasurer, assessor, coroner and surveyor. For a general election a candidate must be an eligible elector of the political subdivision or district in which the officer is to be elected and affiliated with a minor political party or unaffiliated no later than the first business day of the January immediately preceding the general election for which the person desires to be placed in nomination. PHONE:(970) 498-7820 |FAX: (970) 498-7847 I think there are better ways to address those problems, Feyen said, referring to mental health. So it's endorsement time, Larimer County. [C.R.S. NORTH FORTY: Between you and the other candidate running for sheriff, Jeff Fisher, protecting Constitutional rights seems to be key, so (with respect to Mr. Fisher), can you speak a little bit about how you see your approach to the idea of protecting Constitutional rights differing from his? Seventh posting of Unofficial Results. Feyen's platform includes protecting the rights of Larimer County residents, serving the community, finding long-term solutions to problems and leading with integrity, according to his campaign website. The second issue is that in Larimer County were not strangers to disasters. If a strategy wasnt working or circumstances changed, we had to adapt rapidly. ", "Looking to the future, election integrity is at the forefront as it really always should be," Myers said in a statement to the Coloradoan. "He is a true diplomat who listens and understands all sides of an issue." This requires transparency and open communication with our community members. Per the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Larimer County will provide a reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability who need assistance. Voting & Elections; Our County . Sure, the office is political but the sheriff doesnt need to be a political figurehead and just spout off what he thinks you want to hear just to get elected. Larimer County offices will open at 10:00 am on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, due to inclement weather. He'd also be transparent about holding deputies accountable while also cheering on their accomplishments. You can send your story ideas to her at sswanson@coloradoan.com or on Twitter at @sadyswan. "Both candidates stated they werent in favor of red flag laws. [C.R.S. Editor's note:This story contains a correction. That person is Jeff Fisher.I support Jeff and I encourage you to join me in supporting Jeff as the constitutional sheriff for Larimer County. However, if more than one candidate is nominated by assembly and/or petition, the candidates are placed on the primary election ballot [C.R.S 1-4-1304]. Second Posting of Unofficial Results. Fisher is the deputy chief at the Louisville Police Department in Boulder County and has been a Loveland resident for 26 years. Our country was built on a foundation of individual freedom. As promised, we wanted to give the second candidate a chance to introduce himself to North Forty News' readers, as well. Processing of ballots will now conclude for the day and resume tomorrow, November 10, 2022. John brings extensive public safety experience, from natural disaster management to major case investigations and community development. It's practically official: John Feyen will be Larimer County's next sheriff. 200 W. Oak Street Those with criminal intent are unlikely to respond to 'buy-back' programs or to obey local gun regulations.". Elected Officials & County Leadership; Departments & Offices; . 1-4-908(3)]. All rights reserved. JEFF FISHER: Ive considered running for sheriff for a long time, the fact of the matter is weve had great sheriffs in Larimer County; Jim Alderman was a great sheriff, Justin Smith has been a great sheriff, and one of the two of them has been in office for the last 24 years. Larimer County deserves a leader with a track record of integrity and accountability. Feyen said, as sheriff, he would not encourage deputies use extreme risk protection orders. The winner of the primary election races are placed on the general election ballot. The Larimer County Sheriffs Office is now accepting applications for the spring 2023 citizens academy. The sheriffs office created a co-responder program after Feyen left, and he said he would continue to support the growth of that program as long as there is a community need. please call the Larimer County Sheriff's Office at 970-416-1985. Last week North Forty News ran an article about John Feyen running for Larimer County Sheriff. North Forty has reached out to the other candidate running for Larimer County Sheriff, Jeff Fisher, and we hope to bring you that interview in an upcoming edition. 2023 www.coloradoan.com. I love those kinds of conversations, and I hope to continue those at the sheriffs office.. The Larimer County Sheriff's Office seeks the best recruits, to serve the best community. NORTH FORTY: Any specific message youd like to give the community? Feyen said while acknowledging it sounds clich it's bittersweet to leave Fort Collins police and go back to an agency where he's spent so much of his career. Larimer County Sheriff candidate Jeff Fisher. Feyen is currently an assistant chief with Fort Collins Police Services. With Colorado's primary election coming up Tuesday, June 28, we asked our Coloradoan Conversations. Classes will meet from 6p.m. to 9p.m. on Tuesday nights for 12 classes and one Saturday field day from 8a.m. to 5p.m. No classes are scheduled the week of spring break. CAREER OF SERVICE In 1987, John started his service as a paramedic in the Kansas City, MO metropolitan area. If these gentlemen dont agree with the existing laws, perhaps they should consider running for a representative seat where they can change the laws instead. In 2000, John was called to serve his community in another way and joined the Larimer County Sheriffs Office (LCSO). Paid for by John Feyen for Sheriff. JEFF FISHER: Larimer County is my home; Im a third-generation Colorado native, I grew up in Greeley and lived in Larimer County for the last twenty-six years. John has a bachelors degree in Organizational Leadership and Development from CSU Global and is a graduate of Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command and Police Executive Research Forums Senior Management Institute for Policing. Candidates have announced their plans to viefor Larimer County seats this fall, with several weeks still remaining for other challengers to enter the races. Paid for by Larimer County Republican Party 2022 Not Authorized by Candidate or Candidate Committee. However, in a nonpartisan election, the affidavit shall be filed by the close of business on the 64th day before the election. 2023 www.coloradoan.com. In the long-term, this will decrease the number of times law enforcement is called for this situation. John believes that the foundation of serving as a peace officer includes doing the right thing in all situations and earning the trust and confidence of the public. . JEFF FISHER: I feel I certainly have the most law enforcement experience, Ive held just about every role there is within law enforcement; most of the roles Ive held are predicated on leadership and Ive been successful in those roles because I am a leader and thats exactly what Im going to do for the Larimer Sheriffs Office and the people of Larimer County[]Ive had to fight, claw, and scratch to obtain every position Ive ever gotten, Im very proud of that; Ive earned my way to where I am and that requires resiliency, that requires talent, and it requires experience. John has a track record of partnering with the community to find long-term solutions that address the root causes of problems. [C.R.S. Show your support for Local Journalism by helping us do more of it. More than 20,000 ballots have been received today (Election Day). Sheriff Justin Smith has served in the office since 2010 and is term limited in his current role, but is on the ballot as the sole Republican candidate for Larimer County District 1 commissioner. These attributes were linked to Feyen by those who endorsed him: Two of Stephen P.'s reasons for supporting Feyen were echoed by others: "He has experience in both the sheriff's office and the police force," and"the police officers and people in the sheriff's office overwhelmingly support John it matters to me what the people who have their 'boots on the ground'think.". [C.R.S. The next election for County Assessor, County Clerk and Recorder, County Commissioner District 1, County Coroner, County Sheriff, County Surveyor and County Treasurer is November 2022. County offices: Commissioner for District 1: Justin Smith Clerk and Recorder: Angela Myers (incumbent) Treasurer: Irene Josey (incumbent) Assessor: David Eisenbraun. Fisher said the county can "do better to make schools hard targets.". In 2019, John accepted an offer to serve the citizens of Fort Collins as an Assistant Chief with Fort Collins Police Services. The task force would ensure co-responder teams aren't duplicating efforts if a person they are trying to help moves back and forth from Fort Collins to Loveland, Fisher said as an example. Larimer County has released final results for the 2022 election, making the winners, previously preliminary, official. In 2013, when the Berthoud Police Department failed to meet community expectations, the Berthoud Board of Trustees appointed John the Interim Police Chief which later resulted in the Town of Berthoud contracting with LCSO for law enforcement services. If elected, Fisher said he would immediately start working with the school districts on how to increase security at the schools, including conducting site assessments and providing security recommendations. John will partner with our communities and look at long-term solutions to the root causes of problems. Ive got to talk to a lot of great community organizations that I necessarily wouldnt have had that opportunity to if I hadnt made the move (to Fort Collins police), some that have stretched my thought processes and some that have given me different perspectives on things, Feyen said. NORTH FORTY: With all of the positions youve held over the years, why now is running for Larimer County Sheriff so important? Feyen had 24,739 votes, and his opponent, Jeff Fisher, deputy. Its not about the weapon, its about what you do with it.. Im about building relationships with the community and building relationships with other law enforcement agencies, including our Federal partners, the FBI, ATF, and all of those other agencies because they have different abilities than we do, but Im not going to let them trample on peoples Constitutional rights. COVID-19 Info COVID Dashboard Holiday Light Tracker Weather Alerts Red Flag Warning. ", JIM ALDERDEN, FORMER LARIMER COUNTY SHERIFF. Originally from a small farming community in Iowa, John moved to Kansas City, MO. "I do not mind that the only twocandidates are from the same party (and they very well may be the best twocandidates, but that is a different story). He has a wide variety of skills and background to make thoughtful changes to protect and serve our community. Baker entered the race for clerk and recorder to "restore faith in elections and support for those who conduct them," according to her campaign website. Ive built a very successful career by implementing proactive and effective law enforcement strategies to reduce crime. All of the endorsements were for John Feyen,an assistant chief with Fort Collins Police Services who also served for years at theLarimer County Sheriffs Office. Support her work and that of other Coloradoan journalists by purchasing a digital subscription today. In our second question last week, we asked:What is Fort Collins City Council's role in the national gun control debate? From natural disaster management to major case investigations and community program development, John will use his professional experience to serve our Larimer County community. Law enforcement is just that they cannot pick and choose which laws to enforce based on personal opinion. No candidate who attempted and failed to receive at least 10% of the votes cast at the assembly for a particular office shall be placed in nomination by petition on behalf of that party for the same office [C.R.S. ", "John has the education, the experience, the knowledge, and most importantly the character to be your next Larimer County Sheriff and I'm proud to endorse him. 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