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Home My WebLink AboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 01/12/2021 - RESOLUTION 2021-007 MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO FILL Agenda Item 2 Item # 2 Page 1 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY January 12, 2021 City Council STAFF Delynn Coldiron, City Clerk Carrie Daggett, City Attorney SUBJECT Resolution 2021-007 Making an Appointment to Fill a Vacancy for Councilmember for District 4 on the Fort Collins Council. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this item is for Council to make an appointment to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat. Mayor Pro Tem Kristin Stephens tendered her resignation from the Council effective December 31, 2020, as a result of her recent election to the office of Larimer County Commissioner. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution. BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION Council interviewed eight applicants at a Special Meeting on January 6, 2021. The applicants interviewed included: • Jessica Dyrdahl • Erin Hottenstein • Philip Jensen • Veronica Olivas • Shirley Peel • Melanie Potyondy • Sidna Rachid • William Wright On December 1, 2020, Council adopted Resolution 2020-113 (Attachment 1) establishing the process for selection and appointment. All efforts have proceeded according to the information contained in the Resolution. Notice of the interview date of January 6, 2021 was provided to applicants through a series of emails and phone calls where each applicant was spoken with directly, or a message left. Public comment is being collected through the following methods: • Feedback Form on the City’s website • Emails to Council • Written letters Agenda Item 2 Item # 2 Page 2 Any feedback received through January 6, 2021, including items previously provided is attached. (Attachment 2) Feedback received after January 6, 2021 up until 4:00 p.m. on January 12, 2021, will be provided in read - before packets on January 12, 2021. The public will also have a chance to provide feedback as part of public participation at the January 12, 2021 meeting. The Mayor has indicated that he will ask Council to use a series of motions to focus the selection process, and then will ask for a motion to adopt the Resolution. The Resolution contains a blank for Council to insert the appointee’s name. If no applicant receives a majority vote, Council may wish to postpone the item to a later date for further consideration. If an appointment is made, the oath of office will be administered to the new appointee promptly, with a ceremonial swearing in at the regular meeting on January 19, 2021. ATTACHMENTS 1. Resolution 2020-113 (PDF) 2. Community Feedback on Applicants (PDF) ATTACHMENT 1 From:Adam Macy To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Support for Shirly Peel - District 4 Vacancy Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 10:33:00 AM Hello City Council Leaders, My name is Adam Macy and I would like to express my sincere support for Shirley Peel for the Fort Collins City Council District 4 vacancy appointment. I have known Shirley for over 12 years personally and professionally. Shirley has been an active member of the Fort Collins community for 20 years+. She has served the Fort Collins community through many aspects including being a teacher (to hundreds of students, including my own children), a school administrator, a volunteer in local schools, a mentor to CSU college students, and served on the Larimer County Citizens' Review Board. I have personally served with Shirley on a local private school board for the last 2 years. I have seen her serve passionately and with confidence throughout our time together. She is always open to hearing the opinion of everyone on the board before she makes her decision. Shirley is a great communicator as she clearly conveys her thoughts and is gifted in clearly distinguishing the pros and cons on every matter. One of the things I appreciate most about Shirley is her level of commitment - when she commits to something she will see it through to the end no matter what. In this day and age true commitment is a rare find. I would HIGHLY recommend Shirley for the District 4 vacancy and would be honored to have her represent Fort Collins. Thank you for your consideration! Sincerely, Adam Macy ATTACHMENT 2 From:Cherese Macy To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation for Shirley Peel, District 4 Vacancy Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 3:22:14 PM City Council Leaders, I am writing you in support of appointing Shirley Peel for the City Councilperson for District 4 in Fort Collins due to the vacancy left by Kristin Stephens. I have known Shirley both personally and professionally for two decades and in that time have seen her exhibit overwhelming qualities of leadership, education, and problem solving strategies. Shirley would be an enormous asset to the City of Fort Collins in the following ways: 1) Leadership: Shirley is a natural leader. Her likable, yet confident, personality allows her to enter easily into roles of leadership seamlessly. Those around her hold her in high regard and trust her judgement in decisions as they know she has processed all the angles of a issue. I have witnessed her leadership and oversight with school faculty, as a board member making critical decision for a school and as a mentor for college students, teachers and many others who cross her path. 2) Education: Shirley takes the time on a regular basis to make sure she is well educated about important issues that impact our community and our world. Taking the extra step to research, investigate and fact check articles/opinions is her norm. She does not simply go with the most popular consensus on a topic but instead takes the time to dig deep in order to discern the truth of a matter. 3) Problem Solver: Shirley is not fearful of problems, but instead is solution oriented about addressing issues in a way that makes the most sense with immense consideration of the impact the decision will have on others lives. Shirley is a good listener and makes it a priority to hear the various sides of an issue before drawing conclusions. Transparency and discussion are a vital part of Shirley's approach to resolving problems. Shirley has been an indispensable part of the Fort Collins community since she moved here two decades ago. Raising up the next generation and building a strong community are her passions. She never takes a back seat but instead figures out important and creative ways to make an impact in the lives of her family, friends, and community. The City of Fort Collins would greatly benefit from appointing Shirley Peel as Councilperson for District 4! I appreciate your time and consideration in hearing my recommendation for Shirley Peel. Sincerely, Cherese Macy From:Christine Kieft To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation for Shirley Peel for City Council Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 9:16:34 AM Hello City Council Members, My name is Christine Kieft I live at 3056 Denver Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525. I have lived in Fort Collins for 17 years. I met Shirley about 4 years ago and have a growing respect for her. She started a Pre-K-8th school and served/ is serving as a teacher/ administrator and board member. This is how I met Shirley, my children attend the amazing school that she founded. She has a heart for the city as well as wisdom and insight that would prove as an asset to the council. She is very knowledgeable about current issues facing the City of Fort Collins and has helped me understand the local political climate in deeper ways. Shirley has been an active member of the community for 20 years. She raised 4 children who attended area schools here and have gone on to serve their communities in service jobs. She has been an educator for 20+ years and volunteers in area schools.Shirley serves on the Larimer County Citizens' Review Board and is a mentor to CSU College Students. Thank you for considering Shirley for this position. -- Christine Kieft From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 10:42:45 AM Name Elizabeth Furuiye Email furuiye@mac.com Phone Address 2915 Waterstone Court Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am writing in support of candidate Mrs. Shirley Peel. I have known Shirley for 10 years. She is an incredibly hard working, wise and morally centered. She is empathetic, a fantastic listener and a person that you could easily trust to be an advocate for you in time of need. Mrs. Peel will thoughtfully consider any issue put before her and will ask insightful questions of any and every side before making decisions. She is exactly what is needed to complement the present City Council membership, and I strongly support her. Thank you for your time and consideration. From:Elizabeth Simons To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Endorsing Erin Hottenstein for City Council Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 1:24:19 PM Hello, As a lifelong Fort Collins community member, I would like to endorse Erin Hottenstein for city council. I think she is a great choice to represent the people of Fort Collins, as she is dedicated to social justice and equity, as well as transparency and accountability. Her background in journalism and communications equips her well for working with others and with the community members she will be serving. She demonstrated her drive to serve the wider community when she started Colorado 50-50, a project to encourage women to run for public office. Please select Erin Hottenstein to replace Kristen Stevens for District 4! Best, Elizabeth Voter, 80521 ........................... Elizabeth Simons (She/Her/Hers)Graphic Design at ainsleestudios.com Eric Engel Area Sales Manager NMLS ID #636431 2900 South College Avenue, Suite 1A Fort Collins, CO 80525 Direct: 970-212-9001 Mobile: 970-590-3753 Apply Now! Upload Documents From:Eric Engel To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Shirley Peel for City Council Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 8:42:47 AM Attachments:image001.png image007.png image008.png I have had the pleasure to know Shirley Peel for the past ten years both personally and professionally. Shirley has distinguished herself as a leader in education and has volunteered her time selflessly. In addition to that she has served on multiple local boards and has always been current on local issues. I am sure that you are aware of her resume so I will let that speak for itself. Many things about Shirley’s skills resonate with me and make her more than qualified for this position. The thing about Shirley that impresses me the most is her willingness to serve others. Democracy succeeds because it’s leaders are willing to set aside their own agenda and serve the needs of those that they represent. Shirley will work with you to serve our community and make it the best that it can be. I am pleased to give my recommendation that Shirley Peel fill this vacant position! Sincerely We care about our customers' personal information. 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NMLS # 15622 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 9:45:19 AM Name Heather Alderman Email heather.alderman@gmail.com Phone 2023291189 Address 2236 Water Blossom Ln Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I found three of the eight candidates to be ones I recommend as they represent orientations toward Fort Collins that are important to me and my family and many others in Fort Collins: Jessica Dyrdahl, Veronica Olivas and Melanie Potyondy. Ms. Dyrdahl referenced equity, diversity and inclusion and homelessness, two issues I would like to see as they focus of all leadership across the city. I am also interested in the appointment of Ms. Olivas as a Latina and person representing a community in Fort Collins not seen as much in leadership. Dr. Potyondy and our family have worked together at Rocky Mountain High School on behalf of our son with disabilities who will be seeking work in Fort Collins. Issues of inclusion and employment for people with disabilities is a highly personal issue for us. I think your choice of one of these three candidates would best serve all people living in Fort Collins, and at the least, your exposure to their experiences and work in the community will bring to light issues that require attention. From:Ian Simkiss To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] RE: Shirley Peel for City Council Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 8:32:20 AM Hello, My name is Ian Simkiss and I live in Windsor/Larimer county at: 4817 Country Farms Dr Windsor, CO 80528 I would like to voice my endorsement for Shirley Peel for the Fort Collins City Council District Vacancy. She has sat on several committees and boards in her career, ensuring she is well within her comfort zone when joining the City Council. Her communication skills will be valuable as you and we try to navigate the future of our city. She is a long time resident of Fort Collins with years of experience with both her own children and students from K-12 public schools all the way through post-secondary education with CSU. With over 20 years experience in the education sector, she has a great working knowledge of many of the current issues pertaining to our schools, community and city. Please accept my humble nomination for Shirley Peel. If you need further information, you can contact me via email. Thank you. -- Ian Simkiss General Manager Centennial Leasing & Sales of NoCO 970-302-6285 - cell 970-744-4471 - fax Secure Credit Application Build Your New Car Here CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message contains information that may be CONFIDENTIAL and is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify us by return email and destroy any copies, electronic, paper or otherwise, which you may have of this communication. Please consider the environment before printing. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 12:35:35 PM Name Julie Martin Email jamha777@gmail.com Phone 9709302142 Address 742 San Felipe Dr FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hi, I would like to express my support of Shirley Peel for Fort Collins City Council District 4 Vacancy Appointment. Shirley has been an active member of the community for 20 years. She raised 4 children who attended area schools here and have gone on to serve their communities in service jobs. Shirley has been an educator, and a volunteer in area schools for over 20 years. Shirley currently serves on Larimer County Citizens' Review Board and is a mentor to CSU College Students. Shirleyâ€™s relevant experience includes: -Serving on committees/boards with people from diverse backgrounds -She started a Pre-school for under served children on Mexico border -She started a Pre-K-8th school and served as a teacher/administrator/board member Shirley is an excellent communicator and is knowledgable about current issues facing the City of Fort Collins. For these reasons, I am confident that Shirley Peel is the right fit for the appointment to City Council. Sincerely, Julie Martin Fort Collins resident of 7 years. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 7:49:55 AM Name Lee O'Brien Email colobrien@bajabb.com Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I think that since Kristin Stephen was elected to city council based upon her goals for the city, that she should pick or rank the applicants as the best to be her replacement... at least as the top candidates for your consideration and vote. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 7:41:09 AM Name Michelle Haefele Email michelle.haefele@centurylink.net Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I would like to ask that City Council interview all of the applicants rather than narrowing the pool based solely on the applications. From:Rich Young To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein"s application for City Council Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 12:57:06 PM To the members of the Fort Collins City Council, I am writing to express my support for Erin Hottenstein in replacing outgoing Councilor Kristen Stephens. I hope you'll consider Erin in filling the vacant seat. While I've considered Erin a friend for some 20 years, it is our mutual service on the Board of Trustees at Foothills Unitarian Church that is most relevant to your choice here. I served as the President of the Board at the church in 2014-2015, and as a Trustee from 2013-2016; Erin joined the board towards the end of my term, and eventually served as President as well. During the years in question, our church grew significantly, underwent a challenging but successful ministerial transition, and adopted a new policy governance model. Erin left her mark on all of the significant changes during this time, from her leadership of the fundraising efforts that made the ministerial transition possible, to completing the governance transition. I believe our church's transition to policy governance is most instructive in the decision before you. The transition involved researching Carver Policy Governance, evaluating other, similar forms of governance structures, communicating with the congregation about the proposed change and the various types of governance under consideration, and, ultimately, choosing a governance framework and drafting specific policies for congregational approval. While the Board I led began these processes, the work was barely begun at the end of my term. Much of the heavy lifting of public engagement and drafting actual policies fell on Erin's shoulders, and the fact that the transition was completed successfully is a testament to her talent, diligence, and a pragmatic ability to delegate wisely. Of course, experience with policy governance at a church is not necessarily directly relevant to service on the Fort Collins City Council; non-profit management is not to be confused with representative democracy. However, I can guarantee that the time and effort Erin spent engaging with questions of vision, efficiency, and accountability will serve her well as a City Councillor. I'm also confident that this work put Erin in touch with the need for ongoing, two- way engagement between representative leaders and the people they serve. Setting aside our mutual Board service at Foothills, I know that Erin has been passionately active in the Colorado 50/50 movement. She's a tireless advocate for equality in goverment, and her presence in that movement has given her connections with many local and regional politicians that will no doubt be valuable to her in service to the City of Fort Collins. As a citizen, it's important to me that my Councillors know our changing city, have the experience and aptitude necessary to do their jobs well, and recognize that their ultimate responsibility to the all of the voters of Fort Collins should ever serve as their guiding star in difficult decisions. I'm confident that Erin Hottenstein embodies these qualities, and wholeheartedly recommend appointing her to the vacant seat left as Kristin Stephens moves to the County Commission. If you have any further questions, I'd be happy to discuss Erin's candidacy further via this email address or my personal cell phone, 970-237-1516. Thank you. --Rich Young 1415 Wildwood Rd. Fort Collins, CO From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 12:36:45 AM Name scott mu Email smuss49@yahoo.com Phone Address , Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Melanie Potyondy would be a great person to have serve on the FOCO City Council. Her values as a mother, neighbor, and professional would truly be an asset to the people she would represent. I trust that she would serve the community of Fort Collins with integrity and compassion. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 5:31:27 PM Name Wendee Brungardt Email wbrungardt@hotmail.com Phone 9704435490 Address 5763 Round Rock Ct Fort Collins, CO 80528 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hi, my name is Wendee Brungardt and I live in Fort Collins and I am absolutely blessed to live here for 18 years and raise our 3 boys here!! I wanted to provide some positive feedback for Shirley Peel who is applying for Fort Collins City Council District 4 Vacancy Appointment. She has lived in Fort Collins for over 20 years and raised her 4 children here and volunteered in their local schools. She has been an educator for over 20 years along with starting a Pre-K-8th school and served as a teacher/administrator/board member. She has served on committees with people from diverse backgrounds and even started a Pre-school for under served children on Mexico border. All of these experiences show her heart to serve and help others. She has an incedibly kind heart and loves others so well. She has also been a mentor to CSU students and many other people that she has impacted along the way, which is a lot. People are drawn to her, because of her wisdom and how well she brings direction and guidance in their lives. She has also served on the Larimer County citizen's review board, which shows her care for our community and staying relevant in local issues. I believe that Shirley Peel is the best candidate for this position because she cares, she is involved and she will get things done! She is a hard worker, always reading and researching to educate herself to the fullest. I appreciate how well she communicates to get things done and the way she brings people together! She is an amazing lady and you will be blessed to have her on your side!! Sincerely, Wendee Brungardt From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 11:35:37 AM Name Wendy Bergman Email wendy.hungerford2@gmail.com Phone 3076963082 Address 3514 Warren Farm ct. Fort collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Dr. Melanie Potyondy is an incredible person. Not only does she work very hard for students at Rocky Mountain High school but she works for the betterment of our community as a whole. I met Melanie on my first day as a teacher at Rocky. She was the first person to invite me to sit Lenny Scovel 1325 Robertson St. Fort Collins CO 80524 18 December 2020 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing of behalf of my friend Erin Hottenstein as she applies to fill the vacant City Council seat in Fort Collins. I have known Erin for many years, through our association at Foothills Unitarian Church. Over those years I have repeatedly been impressed with Erin’s engagement with the wider community, not only within our congregation, but as she has become more engaged with our civil wellbeing. Erin was president of our Board of Trustees from 2016-2018, during a period of trust rebuilding in the congregation. Erin navigated those difficult waters with aplomb and grace; I was very impressed with her leadership. I also know Erin to be a person of strong conviction and civic engagement. In 2017 she was one of the founding members of Colorado 50-50, an organization dedicated to affirming and promoting gender parity in public office. Her ceaseless efforts inspire and encourage an electorate that can often feel disenfranchised. If Erin accomplished nothing else in this life, her work with Colorado 50-50 would be more than enough to enshrine her name with the other great leaders in this community. Beyond all that, Erin has always struck me as a kind, generous, and compassionate person. I have witnessed firsthand her exemplary parenting skills, and as a member of our community she always shows up with a smile on her face and a positive attitude, excellent qualities for a prospective council member. Whether Erin is chosen now for the council or not, I have no doubt she will one day occupy one of those chairs. I hope you will give her due consideration. She will make an excellent addition to our city leadership. Regards, Lenny Scovel From:Adam Macy To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Support for Shirly Peel - District 4 Vacancy Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 10:33:00 AM Hello City Council Leaders, My name is Adam Macy and I would like to express my sincere support for Shirley Peel for the Fort Collins City Council District 4 vacancy appointment. I have known Shirley for over 12 years personally and professionally. Shirley has been an active member of the Fort Collins community for 20 years+. She has served the Fort Collins community through many aspects including being a teacher (to hundreds of students, including my own children), a school administrator, a volunteer in local schools, a mentor to CSU college students, and served on the Larimer County Citizens' Review Board. I have personally served with Shirley on a local private school board for the last 2 years. I have seen her serve passionately and with confidence throughout our time together. She is always open to hearing the opinion of everyone on the board before she makes her decision. Shirley is a great communicator as she clearly conveys her thoughts and is gifted in clearly distinguishing the pros and cons on every matter. One of the things I appreciate most about Shirley is her level of commitment - when she commits to something she will see it through to the end no matter what. In this day and age true commitment is a rare find. I would HIGHLY recommend Shirley for the District 4 vacancy and would be honored to have her represent Fort Collins. Thank you for your consideration! Sincerely, Adam Macy From:Cherese Macy To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation for Shirley Peel, District 4 Vacancy Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 3:22:14 PM City Council Leaders, I am writing you in support of appointing Shirley Peel for the City Councilperson for District 4 in Fort Collins due to the vacancy left by Kristin Stephens. I have known Shirley both personally and professionally for two decades and in that time have seen her exhibit overwhelming qualities of leadership, education, and problem solving strategies. Shirley would be an enormous asset to the City of Fort Collins in the following ways: 1) Leadership: Shirley is a natural leader. Her likable, yet confident, personality allows her to enter easily into roles of leadership seamlessly. Those around her hold her in high regard and trust her judgement in decisions as they know she has processed all the angles of a issue. I have witnessed her leadership and oversight with school faculty, as a board member making critical decision for a school and as a mentor for college students, teachers and many others who cross her path. 2) Education: Shirley takes the time on a regular basis to make sure she is well educated about important issues that impact our community and our world. Taking the extra step to research, investigate and fact check articles/opinions is her norm. She does not simply go with the most popular consensus on a topic but instead takes the time to dig deep in order to discern the truth of a matter. 3) Problem Solver: Shirley is not fearful of problems, but instead is solution oriented about addressing issues in a way that makes the most sense with immense consideration of the impact the decision will have on others lives. Shirley is a good listener and makes it a priority to hear the various sides of an issue before drawing conclusions. Transparency and discussion are a vital part of Shirley's approach to resolving problems. Shirley has been an indispensable part of the Fort Collins community since she moved here two decades ago. Raising up the next generation and building a strong community are her passions. She never takes a back seat but instead figures out important and creative ways to make an impact in the lives of her family, friends, and community. The City of Fort Collins would greatly benefit from appointing Shirley Peel as Councilperson for District 4! I appreciate your time and consideration in hearing my recommendation for Shirley Peel. Sincerely, Cherese Macy From:Christine Kieft To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation for Shirley Peel for City Council Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 9:16:34 AM Hello City Council Members, My name is Christine Kieft I live at 3056 Denver Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80525. I have lived in Fort Collins for 17 years. I met Shirley about 4 years ago and have a growing respect for her. She started a Pre-K-8th school and served/ is serving as a teacher/ administrator and board member. This is how I met Shirley, my children attend the amazing school that she founded. She has a heart for the city as well as wisdom and insight that would prove as an asset to the council. She is very knowledgeable about current issues facing the City of Fort Collins and has helped me understand the local political climate in deeper ways. Shirley has been an active member of the community for 20 years. She raised 4 children who attended area schools here and have gone on to serve their communities in service jobs. She has been an educator for 20+ years and volunteers in area schools.Shirley serves on the Larimer County Citizens' Review Board and is a mentor to CSU College Students. Thank you for considering Shirley for this position. -- Christine Kieft From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 10:42:45 AM Name Elizabeth Furuiye Email furuiye@mac.com Phone Address 2915 Waterstone Court Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am writing in support of candidate Mrs. Shirley Peel. I have known Shirley for 10 years. She is an incredibly hard working, wise and morally centered. She is empathetic, a fantastic listener and a person that you could easily trust to be an advocate for you in time of need. Mrs. Peel will thoughtfully consider any issue put before her and will ask insightful questions of any and every side before making decisions. She is exactly what is needed to complement the present City Council membership, and I strongly support her. Thank you for your time and consideration. From:Elizabeth Simons To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Endorsing Erin Hottenstein for City Council Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 1:24:19 PM Hello, As a lifelong Fort Collins community member, I would like to endorse Erin Hottenstein for city council. I think she is a great choice to represent the people of Fort Collins, as she is dedicated to social justice and equity, as well as transparency and accountability. Her background in journalism and communications equips her well for working with others and with the community members she will be serving. She demonstrated her drive to serve the wider community when she started Colorado 50-50, a project to encourage women to run for public office. Please select Erin Hottenstein to replace Kristen Stevens for District 4! Best, Elizabeth Voter, 80521 ........................... Elizabeth Simons (She/Her/Hers)Graphic Design at ainsleestudios.com Eric Engel Area Sales Manager NMLS ID #636431 2900 South College Avenue, Suite 1A Fort Collins, CO 80525 Direct: 970-212-9001 Mobile: 970-590-3753 Apply Now! Upload Documents From:Eric Engel To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Shirley Peel for City Council Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 8:42:47 AM Attachments:image001.png image007.png image008.png I have had the pleasure to know Shirley Peel for the past ten years both personally and professionally. Shirley has distinguished herself as a leader in education and has volunteered her time selflessly. In addition to that she has served on multiple local boards and has always been current on local issues. I am sure that you are aware of her resume so I will let that speak for itself. Many things about Shirley’s skills resonate with me and make her more than qualified for this position. The thing about Shirley that impresses me the most is her willingness to serve others. Democracy succeeds because it’s leaders are willing to set aside their own agenda and serve the needs of those that they represent. Shirley will work with you to serve our community and make it the best that it can be. I am pleased to give my recommendation that Shirley Peel fill this vacant position! Sincerely We care about our customers' personal information. 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NMLS # 15622 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 9:45:19 AM Name Heather Alderman Email heather.alderman@gmail.com Phone 2023291189 Address 2236 Water Blossom Ln Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I found three of the eight candidates to be ones I recommend as they represent orientations toward Fort Collins that are important to me and my family and many others in Fort Collins: Jessica Dyrdahl, Veronica Olivas and Melanie Potyondy. Ms. Dyrdahl referenced equity, diversity and inclusion and homelessness, two issues I would like to see as they focus of all leadership across the city. I am also interested in the appointment of Ms. Olivas as a Latina and person representing a community in Fort Collins not seen as much in leadership. Dr. Potyondy and our family have worked together at Rocky Mountain High School on behalf of our son with disabilities who will be seeking work in Fort Collins. Issues of inclusion and employment for people with disabilities is a highly personal issue for us. I think your choice of one of these three candidates would best serve all people living in Fort Collins, and at the least, your exposure to their experiences and work in the community will bring to light issues that require attention. From:Ian Simkiss To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] RE: Shirley Peel for City Council Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 8:32:20 AM Hello, My name is Ian Simkiss and I live in Windsor/Larimer county at: 4817 Country Farms Dr Windsor, CO 80528 I would like to voice my endorsement for Shirley Peel for the Fort Collins City Council District Vacancy. She has sat on several committees and boards in her career, ensuring she is well within her comfort zone when joining the City Council. Her communication skills will be valuable as you and we try to navigate the future of our city. She is a long time resident of Fort Collins with years of experience with both her own children and students from K-12 public schools all the way through post-secondary education with CSU. With over 20 years experience in the education sector, she has a great working knowledge of many of the current issues pertaining to our schools, community and city. Please accept my humble nomination for Shirley Peel. If you need further information, you can contact me via email. Thank you. -- Ian Simkiss General Manager Centennial Leasing & Sales of NoCO 970-302-6285 - cell 970-744-4471 - fax Secure Credit Application Build Your New Car Here CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message contains information that may be CONFIDENTIAL and is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify us by return email and destroy any copies, electronic, paper or otherwise, which you may have of this communication. Please consider the environment before printing. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 12:35:35 PM Name Julie Martin Email jamha777@gmail.com Phone 9709302142 Address 742 San Felipe Dr FORT COLLINS, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hi, I would like to express my support of Shirley Peel for Fort Collins City Council District 4 Vacancy Appointment. Shirley has been an active member of the community for 20 years. She raised 4 children who attended area schools here and have gone on to serve their communities in service jobs. Shirley has been an educator, and a volunteer in area schools for over 20 years. Shirley currently serves on Larimer County Citizens' Review Board and is a mentor to CSU College Students. Shirleyâ€™s relevant experience includes: -Serving on committees/boards with people from diverse backgrounds -She started a Pre-school for under served children on Mexico border -She started a Pre-K-8th school and served as a teacher/administrator/board member Shirley is an excellent communicator and is knowledgable about current issues facing the City of Fort Collins. For these reasons, I am confident that Shirley Peel is the right fit for the appointment to City Council. Sincerely, Julie Martin Fort Collins resident of 7 years. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 7:49:55 AM Name Lee O'Brien Email colobrien@bajabb.com Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I think that since Kristin Stephen was elected to city council based upon her goals for the city, that she should pick or rank the applicants as the best to be her replacement... at least as the top candidates for your consideration and vote. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 7:41:09 AM Name Michelle Haefele Email michelle.haefele@centurylink.net Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I would like to ask that City Council interview all of the applicants rather than narrowing the pool based solely on the applications. From:Rich Young To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein"s application for City Council Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 12:57:06 PM To the members of the Fort Collins City Council, I am writing to express my support for Erin Hottenstein in replacing outgoing Councilor Kristen Stephens. I hope you'll consider Erin in filling the vacant seat. While I've considered Erin a friend for some 20 years, it is our mutual service on the Board of Trustees at Foothills Unitarian Church that is most relevant to your choice here. I served as the President of the Board at the church in 2014-2015, and as a Trustee from 2013-2016; Erin joined the board towards the end of my term, and eventually served as President as well. During the years in question, our church grew significantly, underwent a challenging but successful ministerial transition, and adopted a new policy governance model. Erin left her mark on all of the significant changes during this time, from her leadership of the fundraising efforts that made the ministerial transition possible, to completing the governance transition. I believe our church's transition to policy governance is most instructive in the decision before you. The transition involved researching Carver Policy Governance, evaluating other, similar forms of governance structures, communicating with the congregation about the proposed change and the various types of governance under consideration, and, ultimately, choosing a governance framework and drafting specific policies for congregational approval. While the Board I led began these processes, the work was barely begun at the end of my term. Much of the heavy lifting of public engagement and drafting actual policies fell on Erin's shoulders, and the fact that the transition was completed successfully is a testament to her talent, diligence, and a pragmatic ability to delegate wisely. Of course, experience with policy governance at a church is not necessarily directly relevant to service on the Fort Collins City Council; non-profit management is not to be confused with representative democracy. However, I can guarantee that the time and effort Erin spent engaging with questions of vision, efficiency, and accountability will serve her well as a City Councillor. I'm also confident that this work put Erin in touch with the need for ongoing, two- way engagement between representative leaders and the people they serve. Setting aside our mutual Board service at Foothills, I know that Erin has been passionately active in the Colorado 50/50 movement. She's a tireless advocate for equality in goverment, and her presence in that movement has given her connections with many local and regional politicians that will no doubt be valuable to her in service to the City of Fort Collins. As a citizen, it's important to me that my Councillors know our changing city, have the experience and aptitude necessary to do their jobs well, and recognize that their ultimate responsibility to the all of the voters of Fort Collins should ever serve as their guiding star in difficult decisions. I'm confident that Erin Hottenstein embodies these qualities, and wholeheartedly recommend appointing her to the vacant seat left as Kristin Stephens moves to the County Commission. If you have any further questions, I'd be happy to discuss Erin's candidacy further via this email address or my personal cell phone, 970-237-1516. Thank you. --Rich Young 1415 Wildwood Rd. Fort Collins, CO From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 12:36:45 AM Name scott mu Email smuss49@yahoo.com Phone Address , Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Melanie Potyondy would be a great person to have serve on the FOCO City Council. Her values as a mother, neighbor, and professional would truly be an asset to the people she would represent. I trust that she would serve the community of Fort Collins with integrity and compassion. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 5:31:27 PM Name Wendee Brungardt Email wbrungardt@hotmail.com Phone 9704435490 Address 5763 Round Rock Ct Fort Collins, CO 80528 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hi, my name is Wendee Brungardt and I live in Fort Collins and I am absolutely blessed to live here for 18 years and raise our 3 boys here!! I wanted to provide some positive feedback for Shirley Peel who is applying for Fort Collins City Council District 4 Vacancy Appointment. She has lived in Fort Collins for over 20 years and raised her 4 children here and volunteered in their local schools. She has been an educator for over 20 years along with starting a Pre-K-8th school and served as a teacher/administrator/board member. She has served on committees with people from diverse backgrounds and even started a Pre-school for under served children on Mexico border. All of these experiences show her heart to serve and help others. She has an incedibly kind heart and loves others so well. She has also been a mentor to CSU students and many other people that she has impacted along the way, which is a lot. People are drawn to her, because of her wisdom and how well she brings direction and guidance in their lives. She has also served on the Larimer County citizen's review board, which shows her care for our community and staying relevant in local issues. I believe that Shirley Peel is the best candidate for this position because she cares, she is involved and she will get things done! She is a hard worker, always reading and researching to educate herself to the fullest. I appreciate how well she communicates to get things done and the way she brings people together! She is an amazing lady and you will be blessed to have her on your side!! Sincerely, Wendee Brungardt From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 21, 2020 11:35:37 AM Name Wendy Bergman Email wendy.hungerford2@gmail.com Phone 3076963082 Address 3514 Warren Farm ct. Fort collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Dr. Melanie Potyondy is an incredible person. Not only does she work very hard for students at Rocky Mountain High school but she works for the betterment of our community as a whole. I met Melanie on my first day as a teacher at Rocky. She was the first person to invite me to sit Lenny Scovel 1325 Robertson St. Fort Collins CO 80524 18 December 2020 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing of behalf of my friend Erin Hottenstein as she applies to fill the vacant City Council seat in Fort Collins. I have known Erin for many years, through our association at Foothills Unitarian Church. Over those years I have repeatedly been impressed with Erin’s engagement with the wider community, not only within our congregation, but as she has become more engaged with our civil wellbeing. Erin was president of our Board of Trustees from 2016-2018, during a period of trust rebuilding in the congregation. Erin navigated those difficult waters with aplomb and grace; I was very impressed with her leadership. I also know Erin to be a person of strong conviction and civic engagement. In 2017 she was one of the founding members of Colorado 50-50, an organization dedicated to affirming and promoting gender parity in public office. Her ceaseless efforts inspire and encourage an electorate that can often feel disenfranchised. If Erin accomplished nothing else in this life, her work with Colorado 50-50 would be more than enough to enshrine her name with the other great leaders in this community. Beyond all that, Erin has always struck me as a kind, generous, and compassionate person. I have witnessed firsthand her exemplary parenting skills, and as a member of our community she always shows up with a smile on her face and a positive attitude, excellent qualities for a prospective council member. Whether Erin is chosen now for the council or not, I have no doubt she will one day occupy one of those chairs. I hope you will give her due consideration. She will make an excellent addition to our city leadership. Regards, Lenny Scovel From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 10:36:57 AM Name Alisha Zellner Email AlishaZellner@hotmail.com Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jess Dyrdahl is an active member of the Fort Collins community. She gives back by volunteering her time to help feed hungry individuals and families during the holiday season, sheâ€™s been active in politics through CSU since her time in undergrad, and sheâ€™s one of the most compassionate people I know. She wants to make this community a better place. Sheâ€™s fair, believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and this city would be a better place with her on the council. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Thursday, December 24, 2020 5:22:17 AM Name Dr Andrew Browne Email andrew.browne@dbs.ie Phone Address Dublin Business School 13/14 Aungier St Dublin , Ireland Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jess was a part of our staff for one year as a senior liason for the Study-abroad programme. During that year she was an invaluable part of our team and I strongly recommend her for this position. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 9:43:16 AM Name Cam Elvheim Email elvcam@comcast.net Phone Address Four Season's Subdivision Ft. Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. As a 4th district resident for 16 years my preference is for Jessica Dyrdahl to represent us. She seems to have spent the time it takes to understand what leadership means in this community. Thank you. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 5:49:53 PM Name Dakotah Brown Email dakotahbrown75@gmail.com Phone 6153190121 Address 3928 buckthorn street Wellington, CO 80549 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am writing regarding Jessica Dyrdahl. I cannot speak high enough of Jess, she is one of the hardest working people I have ever met. Our political views may differ from time to time but she goes out of her way to speak to those who may share disagreements. 2020 has been a very hard year for all, earlier this year my brother passed away and Jess personally stayed up speaking to me and even bought me a flight back to Nashville so I could see my family and attend the service. I know Jess would make a great city council member! Thank you for your time From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 11:37:56 AM Name Everton Brossus Email evertonbrossus@gmail.com Phone 302-228-6602 Address 2330 Amherst street Fort Collins , CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl has served as an instrumental leader for hundreds of students in the time Iâ €™ve known her. Through my own undergrad experience she challenged and uplifted people, concepts and organizations on topics of equity and inclusion. She managed to be an optimistic, high energy role model day after day without fail. I canâ€™t imagine this was true for her, but Iâ€™ve never crossed paths with Jess and not walked away better. As I find myself answering the call to serve students and the university, I see some the same challenges she must of and am still in awe of how she accomplished so much progress for and with students in a system that is broken and resistant. Couple that with her equally as impressive dedication to personal growth and you start to see why so many people are inspired by Jess. I strongly believe Jess will bring those talents and skills to city council and will serve the people like she already has been. Now more than ever we need leaders, women, and advocates of change and equity as we tackle the copious challenges presented before us. There is no one better suited in my opinion than Jess. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:33:47 AM Name Jennifer Johnson Email jennifer.jo.johnson@colostate.edu Phone 9706892175 Address 520 N. Sherwood St. #27 Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Good evening, council members. My name is Jen Johnson. I live near Lee Martinez Park in the North Side of Fort Collins. I am here to speak about my colleague and friend, Jess Dyrdahl and to provide support for her candidacy as a potential Fort Collins City Councilperson. I have known Jess for many years, and this year have the opportunity to supervise her in her role as the Primary Advisor for the Associated Students at Colorado State University. Jessâ€™s experience supporting student government on our campus would translate well into a role as a Councilperson in Fort Collins. Iâ€™d like to highlight a few of Jessâ€™s strengths as you consider her for the vacant council seat: 1) Jess is a connector of people, resources, and ideas. In her role as the ASCSU advisor, Jess consistently listens to the issues and goals of the people around her. She is masterful at identifying potential solutions, linking people up to the information they need, the resources they seek, or the human connection necessary to make a solve. I am certain that if she were selected as a council person for the City of Fort Collins, that she would continue to find creative solutions to community issues while accessing the abundant human, fiscal, and natural resources around us. 2) Jess is passionate, positive, and energetic. She brings vibrancy and life to all of her engagements and never quits. As a council person, sheâ€™d be a dedicated and enthusiastic public servant. 3) Finally, Both as a person and a professional, Jess consistently demonstrates values-based decision-making. When faced with tough choices or decisions, Jess always comes back to her values, and uses these guide her choices. Were she selected to fill the vacant council seat, I am certain that sheâ€™d bring ethics and thoughtfulness to all of her votes. I appreciate the time to speak about Jess Dyrdahl. I am confident that she would be a great addition to this council! From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 8:55:49 PM Name Juwon Melvin Email jumelvin001@gmail.com Phone Address , Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I whole-heartedly recommend Jessica Dyrdahl for City Council District 4! Jess is an amazing leader who deeply cares for people and the community. I have known her for more than 10 years. She has made such a positive impact over the years. I believe she will be a tremendous asset to the City Council & the community if given the opportunity to serve in this role. Go Jess! -Juwon From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Thursday, December 24, 2020 3:38:20 PM Name Keith Lippwe Email keithlippwe@yahoo.com Phone Address 1612 Quail Hollow Drive Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl is a well educated, dedicated, goal-oriented, and overall wonderful human that will be running for District 4 City Council in Fort Collins. I whole heartedly endorse Jessica for this vacancy as she will use her experienced professional background and good-natured lived values to make District 4 a better place for everyone whether residential or commercial habitants. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 5:08:54 PM Name Lauren Klamm Email laurenjeanklamm@gmail.com Phone 3030-870-9972 Address 2544 Sunbury Lane Fort Collins, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jess Dyrdahl is very passionate about creating a strong community within Fort Collins. She is talented at creating safe spaces to discuss politics and social justice issues. One example of this community building was when Jess hosted a socially distant burgers and ballots party to bring people together with varying beliefs to discuss different political issues. Jess cares strongly about the Fort Collins community and I know she would work hard as a city councilperson. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:19:42 PM Name Logan Keech Email lkeech@sqlawkc.com Phone 816-519-9042 Address 522 NE Bitter Creek Rd. Leeâ€™s Summir, MO 64086 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I worked with Jess years ago and I have never forgotten the impact she had on me. There have been few people Iâ€™ve encountered, before or since, that are so wholly invested and passionate about what they commit themselves to. She was motivated, dedicated, and invested in every aspect of the work, willing to challenge herself and others to ensure the focus was striving for improvement. No one could match her commitment to progress but somehow never hogging nor excluding herself from the spotlight. She was approachable, amicable and attentive to her work and the people she worked with. I cannot think of a more suitable position for her than anything she sets her sights on. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 11:47:39 PM Name Mari Johnson Email mstrombom@gmail.com Phone 9704939543 Address 1916 Sequoia Street Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessicaâ€™s Dyrdahl would be a wonderful addition to Counsel. She is thoughtful, intelligent, invested in our community and has a wonderful gift for working with people across different ideologies. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 10:31:07 AM Name Marissa Dienstag Email mjdienstag@Hotmail.com Phone 3055466403 Address 809 Province Rd Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl is an amazing individual who constantly gives back to her community, and does so with a warm and welcoming personality. She is thoughtful, caring and a model citizen. In her role at CSU, she works to develop those around her and those that report to her to make positive change at the university and in the Fort Collins community. She is honest and fair in everything she is a part of. She would be an ideal representative. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 8:46:30 AM Name Michael Ellis Email melliscolorado@aol.com Phone 970.217.2226 Address 2251 Adobe Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl comes with my very highest recommendation for the City of Fort Collins District 4 seat. I have known and worked in various capacities with Jessica for approximately 15 years, having experienced the passion, energy, pragmatism, and big-picture perspective she brings not just to her daily work but to everything she approaches. Perhaps most importantly, Jessica listens carefully to gather context and understanding before taking a position, and when she does act, both her actions and process for moving forward are based on her core values for respect, inclusion, and meeting the needs of our community. Our City would be fortunate to benefit from Jessicaâ€™s energy, dedication, and vision. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 11:53:24 PM Name Michael Katz Email mkatz02@yahoo.com Phone (732) 306-5164 Address Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl is an incredibly passionate leader in our community who advocates for the improvement in the quality of life for our most vulnerable. She is an attentive listener focused making a positive impact. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 5:06:31 PM Name Michele Frick Email rmfrick@msn.com Phone 970-402-1483 Address 105 Whitney Bay Windsor , CO 80550 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. This is in support of Jessica Dyrdahl. I have known Jessica since she was a student at Colorado State University and also had the privilege to work with her as a professional at CSU. She is an outstanding woman who gives of her time, energy, and monetary donations to so many. Her optimistic energy is contagious. She values diversity and inclusion and is willing to work hard to insure this occurs for all. Her hard work is unmatched and I know she will succeed at anything she puts her heart and mind to. I have no doubt that Larimer County would benefit greatly by having Jessica on the council. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 8:15:12 PM Name Mike Hickcox Email Mike.hickcox@gmail.com Phone 7015275171 Address 4820 Trenton Ln N Plymouth, MN 55442 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jess Dyrdahl is one of the most motivated and kind people I've ever met. She's had high political aspirations for as long as I can remember (she always wanted to be the first woman president), and City Council would be a great fit for her. She will do right by the folks of Fort Collins! From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 12:16:44 PM Name Pamela Norris Email pameladnorris@gmail.com Phone 9706908393 Address 1913 OVERLOOK DR FORT COLLINS, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have known Jess for over 10 years. Most recently I have had the privilege of working with Jess as she served as a Program Coordinator for Leadership Development and then as the Assistant Director for Student Government at Colorado State University's Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement office in the Lory Student Center. She is an absolute delight and I consider myself quite lucky to work with her. Jess is an incredible person with many outstanding qualities. Outspoken, confident, intelligent, dedicated, and armed with a wonderful sense of humor, she simply excels at being a person. Though the words one can use to describe Jess may be used to describe many others, the difference between those â€œmany othersâ€ and her is that Jess is a living example of what those words mean. She is not just confident; she carries such confidence that not one person in the room leaves it unnoticed. And such is the case with all the qualities she embodies. She possesses a magnetic personality, is a trustworthy individual, a role model for her peers and she exudes character. It is not only her originality that will make her such a good choice for our City Council, but also her deep dedication to her work. As her supervisor, I have benefited from her constant dependability, resourcefulness, and commitment to both the task at hand and to the team effort often required to achieve organizational goals. Jess works with a wide variety of constituents including students, administrators, faculty, alumni, state legislatures, and community members. Jess is exceptional at working with all people. She takes the time to fully understand individual needs and always follows through with commitments. She is a natural leader, and her wide variety of experiences at CSU has only enhanced her ability to be effective in leadership roles. She certainly models a servant leader in the eyes of many. She is able to envision the future and also has the skills necessary to implement ways to reach that vision and lead and delegate to others to build a team approach. Working with Jess and knowing Jess has been one of the greatest pleasures of my career. Jess radiates enthusiasm and life. She is conscientious, bright, capable, professional, and is an organized person. Jess is also aware of social issues in the world around her. She intently reflects on these issues and works at creating positive change and general awareness. She is concerned with the welfare of others. She seeks out opportunities to learn about other cultures and traditions and challenges herself and others to expand their knowledge and acceptance. It is through this meaningful exploration that she has developed a mutually beneficial and vast network of colleagues and friends that she manages through her powerful and endearing life force. It is my observation that Jess instinctively knows how to engage those around her. She is genuine, optimistic, kind, and has enormous energy. She is also extraordinarily talented. I have observed Jess in both small and large group settings. She is an active listener and is attentive to othersâ€™ issues and opinions. She is an independent thinker; however, she draws energy from working with a team. As one who works best under pressure, she can manage multiple commitments simultaneously while maintaining her sense of humor. Jess is dedicated and sincere. Whatever she sets out to do, she accomplishes. She is willing to take risks and works hard to do her best. I believe she definitely possesses the attitude, aptitude, and work ethic to be a valuable addition to the Fort Collins City Council as the District 4 Representative. Thank you for your time. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 11:16:30 AM Name Richy Lynn Email richy_lynn@hotmail.com Phone 9703083154 Address 2608 Kansas dr E133 Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am writing to provide feedback on applicant Jess Dyrdahl. Ms. Dyrdahl is a fine human being whom I have had the pleasure to know for the past 15 years. She deeply loves and fights for this community. Additionally her advocacy on Council would allow her to represent the students and non academic faculty of CSU in regards to city matters. Please consider her as an asset to the city and council. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 12:16:45 PM Name Sarah Olson Email sarah.olson.08@gmail.com Phone 509-475-7847 Address 2602 Avenger Pl Unit 2 Fort Collins , CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have known Jessica for several years and I was thrilled when I heard that she was running for City Council. Jessica is the kind of person we deserve to have represent us. She is a great listener, strategic thinker, and she has great intercultural competency. She respects people from all backgrounds and has a really special ability to connect with any person she meets. In a time in our country where there is great division, I believe Jessica would bring people back together. She is the best choice. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 6:57:06 AM Name Silas Frasier Email elpaquettetotal@gmail.com Phone Address 816 Rocky Road Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have lived in and loved Fort Collins for more than 20 years. For much of that time I have known Jessica Dyrdahl. Jessica is one of the most thoughtful, compassionate, and caring people I have ever met. She is a candidate full of energy that is exactly what the City Council needs. In the time that I have known Jessica I have come to understand that her values align with what I expect from a public official. She genuinely cares about equity, inclusion, the whole person, and ensuring Fort Collins is a place where all people feel welcomed and valued as integral members of the community. In conversations with Jessica I know she has a passion for providing affordable housing to the most vulnerable populations. With the loss of Kristen Stephens to the County and the looming loss of Wade Troxel to term limits I feel it is important to get a candidate like Jessica on City Council. She is a candidate with strong, established ties to CSU and to the City of Fort Collins. The loss of Wade and Kristen weakens that tie that has seen a fair amount of tension in the past year. Jessica can help strengthen that connection. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 10:49:14 AM Name Susan Taylor Email susie.taylor0@gmail.com Phone 702-556-6612 Address 3701 Le Fever Drive 3-307 Fort Collins, CO 80528 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl would make an excellent addition to the City Council. In the time Iâ€™ve known Jessica, sheâ€™s demonstrated time and again high levels of discernment and the ability to balance multiple, differing perspectives. Sheâ€™s fair and calm even knows the face of crisis. I believe she would bring this fairness to the most important challenges facing our city, finding equitable and sustainable solutions. Jess sees beyond political leaning, she sees people. She has a huge heart for others which is well balanced by pragmatism. I recommend her confidently for this role of looking after our city. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 7:01:37 PM Name Thea Rounsaville Email thea.rounsaville@gmail.com Phone 720-327-0132 Address 4436 Starflower Dr Fort Collins , CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I'm writing in today in support of Jessica Dyrdahl. I've know Jessica since we met our freshman year at CSU in 2002. She is passionate about serving and bettering her communities in any way that she can. She strongly believes in the importance of inclusion, respect, and honesty. She's one of the most reliable and accountable people I've ever know. Although she's spent a lot of time traveling the country and the world, Fort Collins is her home and she's committed to growing all of the things that make this a great city and improving upon the areas of opportunity for Fort Collins. She's an excellent communicator and advocate. She values the opinions of others and never puts herself or any kind of agenda ahead of those she's working for. She would be an excellent city council member and we would be fortunate to have her representing us. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 1:13:43 PM Name Tiara Marshall Email tiara.marshall87@gmail.com Phone 8152809892 Address 1120 City Park Avenue C103 Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I would like to provide comments for Jessica Dyrdahl for the District 4 vacancy. I have known Jessica for 5 years and have worked with her closely at Colorado State University (CSU). We were instructors in the same program at CSU and Jessica is one of the most kind-hearted and intelligent people I know. In the program we taught in together, she was the coordinator of the program as well, and lead all of the instructors in weekly meetings and trainings. Her leadership skills are unmatched and our instructor group was always organized and prepared to teach the content for the following week. I was able to experience her leadership skills first- hand. Also, as a Black woman living in Fort Collins, I have always felt safe and comfortable confiding in Jessica about what I'm feeling and what I've experienced. She always provides great feedback and insight as well as resources to help. A few years ago, Jessica invited me to an Involvement Fair hosted by an organization she was in called Leadership Fort Collins. At this fair, I was able to sign up as a mentor for the Partners Mentoring Youth program here in Fort Collins. Later that same year I was partnered with a young Black girl also living in Fort Collins, that I mentored for a year. This was one of the most impactful experiences of my life, and that experience has now influenced my current doctoral research. Jessica has been an amazing resource for me and others at CSU and in the city of Fort Collins. She has also been a great friend. She would be an invaluable addition to the District 4 City Council. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 3:30:13 PM Name Travis Annameier Email tannameier@gmail.com Phone Address , Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I give my highest recommendation to Jessica Drydahl for this seat. She is a person of very high character, very well connected around the Fort Collins community, as well as CSU, and is a bridge builder. I am very pleased that she is running and hope to see her on City Council. She is a leader, caring, and I think will represent the interests of our city well. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 1:15:46 PM Name Will Reutemann Email will.reutemann@gmail.com Phone 5183669851 Address 1115 Juniper Ct Apt A Fort Collins, 805213712 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I strongly support Jessica Dyrdahl for City Council District 4 seat. I had the pleasure of working alongside Jessica for a number of years and her passion and dedication to community is unparalleled. Her depth and breadth of experiences over the past few years have prepared her to serve her community. Jess is an engaged collaborator, and takes the time to educate herself on issues pressing our community, and most importantly a listener. I know with great confidence see would a great asset to the council and our community. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:52:15 AM Name Michael Buttram Email buttrammichael@gmail.com Phone 9702197165 Address 2937 Stage Ct. Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I would like to offer a few reflections in support of City Council applicant, Jessica Dyrdahl. For the past four years, I have worked closely with Jess in the Office of Student Leadership, Involvement and Community Engagement (SLiCE) at Colorado State University. In addition, we have served together as Adjunct Faculty for the President's Leadership Program and over the course of working and teaching with her, I have come to know her as a close and respected co-worker and personal friend. As a resident of Fort Collins who cares deeply about the future of this community as an inclusive, economically stable and environmentally conscious home for my growing family, I can think of no individual more well suited for the role of City Councilperson than Jess. Jess is, above all, a woman of integrity who cares deeply about the individuals and communities she works with. She invests in relationships with a fervor and sense of commitment that are all too rare in our rushed and often surface-level society. It is because of this investment that Jess follows through... whether that means listening to and supporting a student in need, showing up during a snow storm to distribute food for Rams Against Hunger (the program I coordinate), or actively participating in the many local events that call upon our most active citizenry. Knowing her as I do... having seen her work ethic and values displayed close up... I would be comforted knowing Jess was in this role. She's a person who will do her homework, come to the table prepared, and consider each issue through an empathetic and open-minded lens. As we look to the future of this rapidly growing community, it is critical that decisions made now invite and support a more diverse population who can actively engage with all the opportunities this area offers. The issues our Council Members are called upon to address are complex and require thoughtful and intentional listening, as well as engaging leadership. With folks like Jess on the Council, I have I have confidence that Fort Collins will steadily move in the right direction as a truly inclusive, safe and strong community for all who live here. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Thursday, December 24, 2020 2:37:46 PM Name Marna Shillman Email marnashillman@comcast.net Phone Address 716 Cherokee Drive Ft Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Here is my relative, applicants' rating, based on their listed top three priorities compared with mine; in one case, I ranked based on my volunteer work with the person:: ++Veronica +Jessica + Eric - Shirley - Melanie -Sidna Thank you, Marna Shillman From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 1:29:01 PM Name Mary Lindquist Email idesignjohn@comcast.net Phone 612 209 3400 Address 2465 Sheridan Hills curve Wayzata, MN 55391 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. She is a true leader, full of vitality!. Also has a happy face, which is contagious. From:Andrea B To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] In support of Erin Hottenstein for District 4 Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 1:20:43 PM Hello there, My name is Andrea Bazoin and I am a Fort Collins resident and business owner. I wanted to voice my support for Erin Hottenstein to fill the recent City Council vacancy for District 4. I have known her for about five years, as business owners and members of Foothills Unitarian Church. She is capable, community-driven, and diplomatic. She is also a very hard worker who knows how to keep a level head in times of crisis. Best of luck with the process. Warmly, Andrea Andrea M. Bazoin (say "Bah-Zwah"), M.Ed. Founder, everHuman, LLC Love technology. Be yourself! (970) 459-7400 Meet me at www.everhuman.io! Schedule time with me. everHuman empowers technology users and teams to confidently manage and preserve digital assets, utilize productivity software, and navigate an ever-changing digital landscape through coaching, consulting, teaching, and project completion support. Curious what other people have to say about everHuman? Facebook Reviews Want to recommend everHuman to others? Recommend on Google **Confidentiality Note: The preceding e-mail message (including any attachments) contains information that is either confidential, protected by applicable legal privileges, or constitute non-public information. It is intended to be conveyed only to the designated recipient(s). If you are not an intended recipient of this message by the original sender, please notify the sender by replying to thismessage and then delete the message from your system. Use, dissemination, distribution or reproduction of this message by unintended recipients is not authorized and may be unlawful. From:Cathy Watson To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Endorsement for City Council Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 1:31:04 PM To Fort Collins City Council: > > As long-time residents (40+ years) of Fort Collins we would like to submit this letter endorsing Erin Hottenstein for City Council. Our professional interactions with Erin have been extensive as she has been engaged in many leadership positions at Foothills Unitarian Church. > We first worked with Erin in her role as part of the Stewardship Committee. She helped to transform the philosophy of giving at Foothills from “give if you want” to “giving as a community responsibility”. Because of her efforts we substantially grew both participation in giving as well as the overall funds raised. This allowed us to not only grow the staff of the Church, but give more of the offering to our community partners (Habitat for Humanity, Food Bank, La Familia, etc.) > We also worked with her on the Board of Directors during a very trying time as we were recruiting and transitioning to a new Senior Minister. Her ability to maintain a steady head during contentious issues and bring along the whole congregation made us much stronger as a force in the community. > In summary, we would love to see Erin on the City Council and know she would be a valuable asset. > > Sincerely, > Larry & Cathy Watson > > Cathy Watson > 970-567-8895 (C) > 1439 Catalpa Ct. > Ft. Collins, CO 80521 From:Jane Everham To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Letter of recommendation Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 8:08:44 AM Attachments:Letter of Rec on Erin.docx Dear City Leaders, December 29, 2020 It is my great honor to write a letter recommending Erin Hottenstein to be selected to fill the vacancy on the Fort Collins City Council left by Kristen Stephens. I have known Erin for over a decade. Through my church activity I have observed Erin take on one leadership role after another. The one I want to highlight is her role on our Foothills Unitarian Board of Trustees. Our church was growing and going through numerous transitions including hiring an assistant minister, hiring interim ministers after our beloved senior minister retired, and then calling (hiring) a new senior minister. Erin was instrumental in all those decisions. When she was president of the Board of Trustees, a highly regarded employee had to be let go. This was very disruptive to the congregation. Erin led multiple meetings to inform and listen to members anger, grief, concerns, and to answer questions. At an All Congregational meeting, many members of the congregation were emotional, and Erin maintained her composure, professionalism, and leadership throughout. My respect for her skills as a leader at least doubled. Then in 2017, Erin recruited me to Colorado5050, an organization she founded with the mission of helping create gender parity in elected offices, boards, and commissions. She led a small group of peers to organize information meetings for women interested in elected office. She has provided training for future candidates and people just interested in learning how to support campaigns. She has brought in national organizations to provide more in-depth training. She provides ongoing recruitment and support to women during their campaigns and invites volunteers to donate and give their time to these candidates. Erin maintains a Colorado5050 website to keep followers up-to-date on non-partisan political developments in Colorado. Erin Hottenstein is smart, well organized, highly motivated, mature, articulate, a willing learner, and she has extensive leadership experience. She is eager to serve her community as an elected public servant. This position on the city council is perfect for Erin to demonstrate her leadership skills. Erin will be a huge asset to our city council and when she completes her tenure. she will continue to look for opportunities to serve. I strongly believe that she will be recognized and noticed, and her name will become known. Her elected service career serving the citizens of Colorado will always be known as having started with the Fort Collins City Council. I am available to answer more questions as needed, do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Jane Everham 2825 Dixon Creek Lane Fort Collins, Colorado 80526 970-222-9709 janeeverham@gmail.com From:Jennifer Iole To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 4:17:53 PM Dear City of Fort Collins Officials, I have known Erin for over 20 years and have seen her in various leadership positions within the community. She is thoughtful, pragmatic, insightful and very dependable. Erin would help Fort Collins remain the best place to live and raise a family and look for ways to improve our community. We love FoCo and only want the best for our wonderful home town. Jennifer Iole From:Karen Johnese To:City Leaders Cc:Erin Hottenstein Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein for city council Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 2:25:30 PM Dear City Council members: My name in Karen Johnese. I am a semi-retired corporate leader, grant maker and nonprofit executive. I have been a city resident for over a decade and have known Erin in many capacities; as a fellow board member of our church, through her involvement in her children’s school, where my grandchildren also attended, and as a building project leader. Erin is a most thoughtful leader, listening to all participants carefully, before developing her response. She is patient, inclusive and a big picture thinker. Erin is passionate about community concerns and at the same time, handles details thoroughly. As the leader of our church of 800, she oversaw a total overhaul of our governance structure, a job I wouldn’t wish on anyone, and did so methodically and with great diplomacy. She believes in the potential of Fort Collins to become an even more inclusive and vital city and will bring resourceful solutions to the city’s challenges. I urge you to select Erin. You should not miss this opportunity to add her collaborative style, organizational skills and steadfast commitment to the talents on your council. Sincerely, Karen Johnese 5103 Country Squire Way, Fort Collins, CO 80528 724-612-3562 From:Melissa Abrams To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 2:16:07 PM Hi! Erin is a great person to have on a team. I worked with her on a couple of Presidential elections at CSU and have been in a women’s group with her for quite a while. She has a big heart, is organized and a very thoughtful, thinking woman. I know she has been interested in getting even more involved in the community than she is already which allows me to wholeheartedly support her candidacy for city council. Hopefully you all will feel the same way. Sincerely, Missy Abrams Sent from the all new Aol app for iOS Erin Price 4200 Monmouth Court Fort Collins, Colorado 80525 December 27, 2020 Dear Fort Collins City Council, I am pleased to offer a recommendation for Erin Hottenstein for a position on City Council. I have known Erin for over fifteen years and worked closely with her for five years in developing a standing stewardship committee at Foothills Unitarian Church, something the church previously lacked. Starting a committee virtually from scratch is no easy feat. It required us to create a system of policies and procedures, to identify a vision for the work of the committee, to convince the Board of Directors of the necessity for the very existence of the committee, and to handle concerns expressed by various stakeholders about sensitive financial issues. And then, of course, we had to actually go out and raise a lot of money. Erin’s skills at balancing the minutiae of everyday operations, while also envisioning the potential of the committee, which we knew would take years to develop to its full potential, was instrumental in our success. Erin is an incredibly focused and hard-working individual. I remember clearly one instance where Erin was tasked with writing the fundraising letter which would go to the entire congregation. She had written multiple drafts but just wasn’t happy with it. I finally left the office, where she was still pecking away at the computer. Hours later, I got a message from her. She had cracked it, coming up with a beautiful story and metaphor for the fundraising letter. I can still remember the excitement in her voice and her satisfaction at how her persistence had paid off. And the church was the beneficiary, raising more money than we ever had before. One task which Erin always took lead on was developing and implementing the training program for volunteers who were doing in-person fundraising asks. It is not easy to ask people for money. This is one of the core challenges for any fundraising program. Erin created an entire workshop to help people learn the process and overcome their fear. With her at the helm, the committee was able to educate and deploy an army of volunteers, which contributed to the success of our program. One skill I’d like to highlight is Erin’s ability to handle interpersonal conflict. Maybe it’s her history in offering workplace training for companies, but Erin has an almost magical ability to cut through interpersonal conflict and help people with opposing opinions see one another’s side of an argument more clearly. As you can probably imagine, when discussing financial issues, things can become heated. There were committee meetings where people had vastly different opinions about tactics and financial goals. I have seen Erin step into a heated discussion, calmly clarify people’s concerns in order to help them feel heard, then find common ground between folks, de-escalating a contentious situation. As I said, magical. I have also watched Erin create Colorado 50-50, a volunteer-run organization dedicated to increasing gender parity among elected officials statewide. This is a non-partisan organization which provides women with training on how to run for political office. Again, this is an area where Erin’s unique skill set comes into play. She handles the minutiae of daily operations and does media outreach including social media. (I’m certain her history as a news anchor comes in handy in this regard.) She also orchestrates big educational events where she’s creating and implementing educational content and making sure everyone has a box lunch, so they don’t lose steam halfway through the day. It’s a lot to handle, but that juggling act doesn’t seem to be a problem for Erin. And I want to highlight the fact that this organization is truly non-partisan. Erin is dedicated to increasing diversity among elected officials, not just those who share her particular political beliefs, and she works closely with others from all along the political spectrum to bring this goal to fruition. I believe Erin Hottenstein would be a stellar addition to the Fort Collins City Council. Her work ethic, her ability to negotiate conflict, and her dedication to bringing diverse voices to the table would all benefit the residents of Fort Collins. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Erin Price Jane Everham 2825 Dixon Creek Lane Fort Collins, Colorado 80526 Dear City Leaders, December 29, 2020 It is my great honor to write a letter recommending Erin Hottenstein to be selected to fill the vacancy on the Fort Collins City Council left by Kristen Stephens. I have known Erin for over a decade. Through my church activity I have observed Erin take on one leadership role after another. The one I want to highlight is her role on our Foothills Unitarian Board of Trustees. Our church was growing and going through numerous transitions including hiring an assistant minister, hiring interim ministers after our beloved senior minister retired, and then calling (hiring) a new senior minister. Erin was instrumental in all those decisions. When she was president of the Board of Trustees, a highly regarded employee had to be let go. This was very disruptive to the congregation. Erin led multiple meetings to inform and listen to members anger, grief, concerns, and to answer questions. At an All Congregational meeting, many members of the congregation were emotional, and Erin maintained her composure, professionalism, and leadership throughout. My respect for her skills as a leader at least doubled. Then in 2017, Erin recruited me to Colorado5050, an organization she founded with the mission of helping create gender parity in elected offices, boards, and commissions. She led a small group of peers to organize information meetings for women interested in elected office. She has provided training for future candidates and people just interested in learning how to support campaigns. She has brought in national organizations to provide more in-depth training. She provides ongoing recruitment and support to women during their campaigns and invites volunteers to donate and give their time to these candidates. Erin maintains a Colorado5050 website to keep followers up-to-date on non-partisan political developments in Colorado. Erin Hottenstein is smart, well organized, highly motivated, mature, articulate, a willing learner, and she has extensive leadership experience. She is eager to serve her community as an elected public servant. This position on the city council is perfect for Erin to demonstrate her leadership skills. Erin will be a huge asset to our city council and when she completes her tenure. she will continue to look for opportunities to serve. I strongly believe that she will be recognized and noticed, and her name will become known. Her elected service career serving the citizens of Colorado will always be known as having started with the Fort Collins City Council. I am available to answer more questions as needed, do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Jane Everham 2825 Dixon Creek Lane Fort Collins, Colorado 80526 970-222-9709 memo To: City of Fort Collins From: Tim Clouse Date: 23 December 2020 Re: Recommendation for Ms. Erin Hottenstien for Fort Collins City Council I am pleased to recommend Erin Hottenstien for the Fort Collins City Council. I have known her for many years and has demonstrated remarkable leadership, empathy, learning, and communication skills. I first encountered her as the Board President of my church (Foothills Unitarian Universalist). We were in the process of deciding on if we should become a sanctuary congregation. This was a controversial step for the church, as we did not have the facilities, there various legal issues, and potential community concerns. Erin convened small group meetings where we could discuss these issues and come to a consensus. She was polite, an empathetic listener, and kept the meetings on track while allowing all concerns to be heard and addressed. This was an excellent example of good communication in a “low‐trust, high‐concern situation.”i When the time came to vote on the proposal, it passed with an over 90 percent margin. I also got to know her during her campaign for a seat on the Larimer County Health District in late 2019‐early 2020. She held listening sessions here as well and showed an equal degree of empathy. In addition, she proved to be a very fast learner and showed a quick grasp of public health issues: she was able to grasp the central points of any issue and did not get distracted by points that may have been interesting to here but not directly relevant. It has been my experience that that is a rare quality in any decision‐maker and I fully expect that she will continue to be able to focus on the significant issues regardless of question put before the council. If you have any questions for me, I can be reached at: (970) 682‐0409 or tlclouse6@gmail.com i I am retired risk analyst for USDA. Much of my involved communicating various types of public health risks in these types of situations. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 11:51:13 PM Name Alison Jane Basile Email janebasile@comcast.net Phone 970-214-3290 Address 2406 W Vine Dr Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. This is in support of Veronica Olivas for the vacant Fort Collins City Council seat. I have known Veronica for approximately 26 years on a personal level. I know her to be of outstanding character, having the highest of ethical standards. Veronica has an extraordinary ability to learn new material and has enviable recall and ability to put information into perspective. She has often been called upon to find creative solutions to difficult problems within the context of her employment over the years, and Veronica gravitates toward a mix of pragmatism and thoroughness in finding appropriate solutions. As her application indicates, equity is important to Veronica, and she would be an excellent addition to the Council given her diverse experiential and ethnic background, combined with honest concern for the community she serves. I would unreservedly recommend Veronica for this position, in the knowledge that she will gladly bring energy, intellect, and perspective to the job. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Saturday, December 26, 2020 10:37:16 AM Name Donn Hopkins Email donn.hopkins@atlasprep.com Phone 19702150217 Address 1300 Green Gables Court Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I met Veronica Olivas in 1985 when she was a student at CSU. She worked in my department as a student and later as a state classified employee. Veronica has a passion for helping people, directly through her many contacts in the community, or championing a cause for those that need a voice. Her honesty and integrity are above reproach. She is considerate of others and has strong decision making skills. Veronica comes from a fine Fort Collins family, growing up in north east Fort Collins. She and her husband Bill have a legacy of pubic service in the community. I believe Veronica would be a passionate representative of her district and the City would benefit from her service on council. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 8:35:15 PM Name Lena Kabeshita Email lkabes42@gmail.com Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Some questions I have for specific candidates: To Veronica Olivas: - As someone who identifies as a hispanic woman with training/background in law enforcement, what is your stance on Black Lives Matter and Defund the Police/Defund CSU PD? - Do you believe there is systemic racism in the United States' policing system and prison system? - What is your stance on undocumented immigrants in our community? Will you support undocumented immigrants during COVID/COVID relief, as they are not recipients of the recent US government stimulus packages? To Sidna Rachid: - What kind of volunteer work were you involved in with the Northern Colorado ACLU chapter? - What kind of work do you do with the League of Women Voters in Larimer County? - How will you, as a city council member, incorporate social justice into your platform? - What is your stance on police brutality? Defunding the police? Supporting undocumented immigrants? - I also see that you worked for Maersk Oil Qatar. What is your stance on fossil fuels and renewable energy? To William E. Wright: - I appreciate that you're focused on food insecurity in Fort Collins. How do you plan to help undocumented immigrants with food insecurity? - What is your stance on police brutality, Black Lives Matter, and defunding the police? - What are your thoughts on 'food apartheid,' and the understanding of access to food as political? - How do you see food justice and social justice working together? - How do you, as a white passing male, see your privilege in Fort Collins? - How do you plan to advocate for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, and other marginalized racial/ethnic/tribal groups? - You state in your application that you have worked with "persons with disabilities" and that you are a "strong supporter of the LGBTQ community." What specific plans do you have to help folks with disabilities in Fort Collins? What specific plans do you have to support and aid the LGBTQ community in Fort Collins? From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:44:50 AM Name Lynn Schwebach Email lschwebach07@gmail.com Phone 9702190257 Address 2220 Sweetwater Creek Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80528 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I highly recommend Veronica Olivas for the District 4 City Council seat. I have known Veronica for 25 years. In the entirety of those years, Veronica has shown me and my family compassion and empathy. During times of emergency, I could count on Veronica. She always knew city resources and people for me to contact for help. In addition, as we became closer friends, I saw her reach out to families of all income levels to help them locate services they needed. Just as in our friendship, she was always there for those going through traumatic and difficult times and listening to themâ€”at times the only person willing to sit and hear internal and external struggles. I have only known one person in my life so dedicated to her community and the people who live within it and that is Veronica Olivas. And I truly admire Veronica's integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness. Without exaggeration, Veronica exemplifies the personal dedication to better her community and to be an honest and trusted friend to those living within it. I have had long conversations with Veronica about the needs for those living in her districtâ€”as well as in the other communities within Fort Collins. Her lifelong residency means she knows Fort Collins better than most and understands how Fort Collins has changed over many years. This means she grasps the positives and negatives of such growth and the effect on both the residents and the environment. Again, I highly recommend Veronica Olivas to fill this city council seat. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 8:33:39 AM Name Roger Smith Email y2kgrand@msn.com Phone 970 223-3845 Address 3507 Patterson Ct Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I work for the Poudre Fire Authority as a Fire Safety Inspector in the Fire Prevention Bureau. I have worked with Veronica in her role at CSU as the Housing & Dining Services Safety Coordinator for 15 years. She has always been extremely dedicated to the safety of students and staff in the Residence Halls. Our main interaction has been conducting fire drills. However, Veronica would frequently contact me about various fire code issues that she had questions about. I have rarely known anyone with her dedication and foresight regarding the role of fire safety. As a native of Fort Collins, Veronica takes great interest in not only CSU, but the community as a whole. She is very organized and has the ability prioritize short and long term priorities. I strongly believe she has the experience to be a City Council member. She is a problem solver and takes balanced measures to resolve the issues of her customers, which in this case would be all citizens and constituents of Fort Collins. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 11:10:39 AM Name Adam Lovell Email mr.adamlovell@gmail.com Phone 3035066486 Address 135 S Sunset St Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I want our new council member to be aware of the historic social context of our community, and therefore acknowledge the radicalized systems that effect the daily lives of Fort Collins residents. DO NOT HIRE SHIRLEY PEEL, she is unfit for this job and represents a white supremacist point of view. From:Barbara Hickman To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Shirley Peel Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 6:29:43 PM Dear Council Members, It is my honor to support Shirley Peel for the above position of District 4 Council person. I have gotten to know her over this past election period and find her to be efficient, concerned and purposeful in her duties. Shirley has raised 4 children in the Fort Collins area over the last 20 years and has been actively involved in education as a teacher as well as a school volunteer. Shirley has also mentored CSU students. I understand that Shirley started two schools - one for children Pre K through 8th grade and another for underprivileged children on the Mexican border. Thank you for your consideration. Barbara Hickman 931 Alexa Way Fort Collin 80526 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 10:41:33 PM Name Elizabeth Fabatz Email bethfabatz@gmail.com Phone 7192317050 Address 512 YUMA CT FORT COLLINS, CO 80525-7033 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hi, My name is Elizabeth Fabatz and my address is 512 Yuma Ct., Fort Collins CO 80525. I am in support of Shirley Peel for the City Council District 4 appointment. I have known Shirley Peel for three years now, working alongside her guidance at Christian Core Academy (CCA). Shirley's teaching career spans 20+ years. Throughout this time, she has been a passionate educator and dedicated to reaching young hearts and minds to be strong leaders in this world. Her community involvement has been a powerful model and influence for her family. All of her four children have attended local schools and are now serving the community in their service jobs as well. Shirley has a heart for service within her community. Over the years, she has contributed to many volunteer hours in her children's schools, filling in for teachers and administrators. In 2007, Shirley started CCA, a PreK - 8th-grade private school, which she continues to be an active volunteer and board member, taking on various responsibilities to keep the school operating smoothly. In addition, Shirley currently serves on the Larimer County Citizen's Review Board to assist with disputes between families and health and human services. Additionally, she has served as a mentor for college-age students, including victims of abuse. Shirley's experience working with culturally diverse professionals on committees and boards will add a well-rounded perspective when contributing to discussions and decision making. Equally important, her involvement in starting a preschool for underserved children on the Mexico border has opened up many opportunities to help children grow physically, academically, and social emotionally. Shirley is an effective communicator, focusing on solutions and effective practices. She strives to build bridges and make deeper connections with her surrounding community relationships. Through her experience, knowledge, and awareness about current issues facing Fort Collins, Shirley would be an excellent choice for the City Council Appointment 4 role. Thank you, Elizabeth Fabatz From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 8:52:14 PM Name Nancy Eason Email neebiz@naturalverities.com Phone 9704937588 Address 1909 Turnberry Road Fort Collins, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am writing in support of Shirley Peel. Her calm demeanor, common sense, and experience as a businesswoman and community member all point to her qualifications to serve on City Council. She has time and flexibility to do a good and thorough job. She is a woman of integrity who truly desires to give back to our city. She will bring a lifetime of wisdom and insight to this position. I urge you to appoint her to the District 4 vacancy. Thank you. From:hpatti6 To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Shirley Peel Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 2:20:07 PM My name is Patricia Sanchez and have been a resident of Ft. Collins since 1979. I am a retired Poudre School District teacher. I would appreciate your consideration for Shirley Peel to fill the City Council vacancy position. Shirley Peel is an excellent candidate for the vacancy on the Ft. Collins City Council. I especially appreciate her work with diverse populations. She has experience working with the Latino population as evidenced with serving in the following capacities: served on committees/boards with people from diverse backgrounds and started a Pre-school for under served children on Mexico border. Shirley is an excellent communicator and has developed strong rapport with Latinos in this community. Shirley is involved in many community committees and boards and works with vision of the total picture in mind. Working with diverse populations is definitely her strength. She is always willing to go above and beyond with all of her efforts and gives 100% and more to causes. I thank you for your time and consideration of Shirley Peel for the vacancy. She is a true leader! Sincerely, Patricia Sanchez 3012 Garrett Drive Ft. Collins, Colorado 80526 970.226.1082 Sent from my Galaxy Tab® S2 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:34:08 AM Name Alan Braslau Email braslau@comcast.net Phone 970-237-0957 Address 816 W Mountain Ave Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. It is a very good sign that we have 6 interesting candidates to fill the District 4 vacancy on City Council. I write in support of Melanie Potyondy. In all of my civic involvement, I have constantly seen Melanie's participation and motivation. She has been very involved and a strong, positive contributor. Melanie is deeply devoted to our community, she is deeply devoted to education and to the livability of Fort Collins. Melanie has constantly been both active as well as very pleasantly respectful and encouraging of others. We will miss Kristin on City Council (and appreciate her as County Commissioner), but this absence will be compensated largely if Melanie Potyondy is selected to represent District 4. Thank you. Alan From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 22, 2020 5:48:30 PM Name Emily Moreland Email emily.s.moreland@gmail.com Phone 9705603159 Address 11750 Road 34 Mancos, CO 81328 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. As a former resident of Fort Collins and double graduate of CSU (BA 2006; MA 2011), I believe Melanie will be a wonderful addition to the city council. In all of the years I have known Melanie, I have known her to be dedicated member of her community, volunteering, attending city council meetings to voice her opinion, journeying to the state capital to advocate for her fellow school psychologists, and organizing on behalf of her teacherâ€™s union. She has worked tirelessly to canvass for local candidates and to get out the vote, and she has taken courses on city works. She truly values local government, and she is a tireless advocate for public programs. I would love to see her on the Fort Collins city council! From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 7:26:08 AM Name Janet Harrison Email janetpharrison@comcast.net Phone Address 910 West Oak St FORT COLLINS, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have worked with Melanie Potyondy and know her to be a highly skilled and empathetic person. She is hardworking and I know she will be a great team member of the Council. I also agree with her priorities for the council's work. The other candidate who stands out to me is Veronica Olivas. Her background is strong and her application is well-written. I believe that having more diversity on our Council is important. Thanks for considering the public's opinion! From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 7:01:50 PM Name Paige Taylor Email paigeetaylor@hotmail.com Phone 9702064441 Address 2912 MICHENER CT FORT COLLINS, CO 80526-6241 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hello! I think Melanie Potyondy would do a great job! We've lived down the street from her for a few years. She's a very friendly and helpful neighbor. She organized getting a new neighborhood name sign since it had been messed up for ages, and it looks so much better. She put up a free little library which is really cool to have nearby. I've reached out to her as a high school counselor a few times for advice and she's always willing to help (and my son doesn't go to the school she works at). She's an all around good person and would be a great community leader. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Friday, December 25, 2020 8:39:19 AM Name Richard McClelland Email rnmcclelland@hotmail.com Phone 9702064441 Address 2912 Michener Ct Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I would like to comment on behalf of Melanie Potyondy. I am acquainted with Melanie because she lives in my neighborhood and we used to speak daily at our children's school bus pick-up point. During our many conversations I learned that she, at the time, was the school counselor for Rocky Mountain High and that she is interested in politics. We spoke frequently on both subjects and what impressed me the most about Melanie is her strong foundational knowledge of politics. We spoke of local, state and national political issues and she is clearly very well informed. More impressively and more importantly for her placement on the City Council is her ability to discuss political issues at a professional level. I never saw a hint of emotional outburst when contentious matters were being discussed. This is a highly desirable trait in a City Council person. Also very importantly, her views are obviously based on objective reality and appear to have been reached through a rational thought process. What Melanie brings to the City Council is a balanced, measured approach in dealing with the issues our City faces. She will do her best to arrive at the best possible outcomes without attempting to over-lay an emotional political agenda that really has no place on the Council. Finally, Melanie's interest and dedication to local politics has been made clear by her leadership in organizing and hosting neighborhood meet and greets for city and state political leaders. I whole-heartedly endorse Melanie for this open Council vacancy and I strongly encourage the Council to place Melanie Potyondy at the top of their list of qualified candidates. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Sunday, December 27, 2020 3:18:41 PM Name Sara Lea Email saramlea@gmail.com Phone 970.494.1833 Address 4500 Seneca St. Unit 24 Fort Collins , CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Please consider this a recommendation for Melanie Potyondy as she runs to fill District 4 open position for City Council. Melanie is definitely the person to help represent the people of Fort Collins. I have has the pleasure of working with Melanie at Rocky Mountain High School. Her background in psychology helps her handle difficult situations that our students may be experiencing. Her compassion is felt by those she is interacting with, but even those on the â €œsidelinesâ€ feel her gentle kind demeanor. Melanie is driven and determined to make change when change is needed. She truly inspires many. I have no doubts that Melanie can take on this position. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 23, 2020 2:34:39 PM Name Sarah Harris Email alexander.sarah.b@gmail.com Phone Address Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I think Melanie would be a great candidate. She is an educator and cares about peopleâ€™s mental health. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Monday, December 28, 2020 7:24:08 AM Name Diane Lawton Email dllawton@comcast.net Phone 603 856 4370 Address 6985 Byers Court Timnath, CO 80547 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I write in support of the candidacy of Sidna Rachid for City Council District 4. Sidna is a compassionate and active resident of the city of Fort Collins, who provides thoughtful classes for area residents at the Fort Collins Senior Center as a member of the Front Range Forum, which is how I have come to know her. Her former career as an accountant, coupled with her true desire to educate and help others would prove invaluable to the City as it faces the challenges of the twenty-first century. New technologies have brightened many lives, but they have also increased divides between those who can afford them and those who cannot, and city dollars must stretch farther to deal with the difficult issues that Covid has exposed. Compassion will be needed to address the problems of the near future, balancing the needs of taxpayers with those who need services, looking wisely forward to future city development balanced with the desire to maintain the open spaces and healthful lifestyle craved by those who move here for those assets in the first place. I believe Sidna, who has taught valuable classes on water resources, modern farming issues, and the disparate impacts of government policies on various constituencies, is well equipped to assist the Council in hearing all voices and considering the needs of all in moving forward. I therefore offer my support to her candidacy. Thank you for taking the time to read my submission. If you have any questions or would like further input, please do not hesitate to contact me. From:Delynn Coldiron To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:RE: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: Comment for Council Meeting to appoint District 4 Council Representative Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 1:21:40 PM Sent: Tuesday, January 5, 2021 1:20 PM To: Delynn Coldiron <DECOLDIRON@fcgov.com> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: Comment for Council Meeting to appoint District 4 Council Representative For the past 14 years, District 4 has had CSU employees as our council representatives. With all the conflict of interest discussions that ensue, it's time for a change. Give us a break, please. Appoint someone from the private sector who will bring a long-overdue, fresh perspective for our district. Thank you for considering my input. Nancy Odom District 4 resident Ft. Collins From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 11:05:40 AM Name Abram Theiss Email tallabe@hotmail.com Phone 9703336977 Address 630 Rocky Mountain Way Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have known Jess Dyrdahl for several years and have founf her passion for this community inspiring!! I went through Leadership Fort Collins with her and was able to witness this passion first hand as we were enilghtned about several issues regarding Fort Collins. As a teacher there are none finer!!! Her students will tell you that her understanding and willingness to help is unmatched!!! I would be very happy to have her represent our district and be our voice!!! From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 11:44:44 AM Name David Orgill Email dorepsol2@gmail.com Phone 4074746162 Address 3610 North Saint Paul Street Denver, CO 80205 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hello, I would like to speak on behalf of Jessica Dyrdahl. I have known Jessica for 13 years. She was one of my first friends when I moved to Fort Collins. She was so welcoming and hospitable. She invited me snowboarding for my first time and many other native Colorado activities. Jess has served her city in her role at CSU for as long as I can remember. She is well traveled, intelligent, kind, respectful, and fair. I think she would make a great addition to city council and I could only see great things coming from city council with her on it. Thank you! From:Degan Bartels To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:[EXTERNAL] Applicant Feedback Date:Thursday, December 31, 2020 3:25:49 PM Hey Delynn, Pleasure to meet you, I am Jess Drydahl’s campaign manager. A couple of Jess’s supporters informed me that after clicking submit after filling out the applicant feedback forum, they were taken to a white screen with no confirmation that their comment had been received. Is this how the system is supposed to work or are they running into an error? I tried it myself and the same thing happened to me. Sorry to bother you over New Years and I hope you have a wonderful holiday season. Best, Degan -- Degan Bartels Campaign Manager c: 303-961-4536 https://www.mclaughlinforda.com/ From:Emily Seems Allen To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:[EXTERNAL] District 4 Vacancy - Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 10:52:42 AM Good afternoon City Clerk Coldiron, I am writing on behalf of City Councilmember applicant Jessica Dyrdahl. I attempted to complete the form earlier and received a blank screen and no confirmation of my submission and wanted to follow up with an email to you. I have known Jessica for over a decade and feel confident in her commitment to the Fort Collins Community. Jessica started her love of serving others as a student body elected official for the Associated Students of Colorado State University while in attendance at CSU. She has spent her time connecting students to the community and helping them gain a better understanding of the power of local government. She loves this community and it thrills me to hear she wants to serve on District 4's behalf. She has the knowledge, understanding, and awareness of what it takes to serve - including the incredible amount of time. Additionally, she seeks to understand varying perspectives and is thoughtful in her decision making. I know she would serve our community well. Please let me know if anything additional is needed. Thank you for your time and your service to our community! All the best in 2021, Emily Allen 2802 Garrett Drive Fort Collins, CO 80526 (970) 732-0430 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 3:24:00 PM Name Jonathon Kelsch Email jonathon.kelsch@hotmail.com Phone 7013212016 Address 7208 White Goose Way Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I believe Jessica Dyrdahl would be a great fit for these role. She is very involved in the community, works extremely hard, and cares about the people of Fort Collins. I fully support her for city council and know she would make positive changes. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 1:48:48 PM Name Kevin Barrett Email kjb57@me.com Phone 7208104270 Address 1525 Wildwood Court Fort Collins, CO 80521 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl is a very close friend of mine and I am consistently surprised by her commitment to community. Even just amongst her friends, she regularly holds discussions about affordable housing, equality, and what we feel the biggest issues to address in Fort Collins are. She even talked to me individually about how the city could better prepare and plan for wildfire after this years fire season. I thoroughly believe Jess would excel in this position! From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 10:22:56 AM Name Kristin Flanagan Email harris.kristin.leigh@gmail.com Phone 9072306569 Address 3779 Mount Meeker St Wellington, CO 80549 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Drydahl is an amazing women. She always takes the time to listen to what people have to say and truly cares about her community. In every capacity that I have known her she has been actively engaged in the people and the community. Jessica doesnâ€™t push her own agenda but considers what is the best for the overall. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 1:12:35 PM Name Leanna Biddle Email leanna_biddle@yahoo.com Phone 7075906067 Address 3733 Celtic Lane Fort Collins, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl is an outstanding member of both the CSU community and Fort Collins community at large. She shows true investment in, not only her students, but the members of our community. Knowing Jess for the past 3 years, I have seen her attend community events, small and large, to support both small businesses and members of our community; like the event, Ride for Racial Justice, hosted in support of our BIPOC community. Jess' presence is sunshine on a rainy day; her smile lights up any room, and she is a great listener. While passionate about our community, she is open to different perspectives, and is a connector at heart; always bringing people together in a positive way. I've always seen Jess as knowing everyone, which I admire deeply (such a Woo, CliftonStrengths language!). Jess would be a phenomenal city councilmember for District 4, and would be a great asset and representative of our Fort Collins community and City Council. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 2:13:03 PM Name Nicolas Derumigny Email nicolas.derumigny@gmail.com Phone +33680277929 Address , Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. To whom it may concern, I met Jessica Dyrdahl two years ago when I arrived at Fort Collins as a junior researcher at CSU (I am French); she was my landlady. She has always been very respectful and understanding, and I never run into any issue living under the same roof as her. Moreover, Jessica knows an incredible amount of people all around the city (and far beyond, which can be quite disturbing if you are new in the United States), which makes me conclude that she is very well aware of Fort Collin's citizens' issues and potential claims, hence being perfectly suited for this position. Personally, Jessica has always been a lively and trustworthy person, full of joy and dedicated to her work as well as her non-professional projects. To put in a nutshell, I strongly recommend Jessica Dyrdahl's candidature to the City Council District 4 seat, as I believe that she owns all the qualities required by this position. From:Steve Tranby To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:[EXTERNAL] My Comment for District 4 Vacancy - for Jess Dyrdahl Date:Friday, January 1, 2021 8:30:54 PM The comment form didn't provide any response, so I wasn't sure if it was received or not? https://www.fcgov.com/council/council-vacancy Steve Tranby Fort Collins 80525 ---- Jessica Dyrdahl is someone who loves Fort Collins and would be an asset to her district and the city at large. She has a great work ethic both at her job and in life. She volunteers her time with various organizations and events, and engages with people at a deeper level than most. I believe she will take people and their interests to heart and will strive to be the best representative for her district. As she has both attended Colorado State as a student and also worked in various jobs for the university she can provide insight and understanding to meet the needs of the city and University as a whole. I believe the city and the city council itself would benefit greatly by selecting Jessica as the District 4 Councilmember. Thank you for your time. ---- From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 2:05:48 PM Name William Sharpe Email sharpe.will47@gmail.com Phone 9136090456 Address 1505 S. Bryan Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80512 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hello everyone. I appreciate you and the city taking the time to review these comments. Like most of the other participants in this discussion, I've already decided on the candidate I best feel worthy to represent the 4th district of our city. That being said, I hope you'll hear me out. I've had the honor to have been both befriended and mentored by Jess Dyrdahl for several years. In my 5 years of living in Fort Collins, I can honestly not think of another single other person who better embodies the spirit of our city. It runs deeper than just her approachable and confident personality, but is also reflected in her desire to serve and uplift those around her. I first met Jess when I was an undergraduate student at CSU after joining the President's Leadership Program, which she served as an assistant director. In this role she instructed classes in critical leadership theories and practical leadership application. She and I became even closer when we traveled to Africa with the program to meet local nonprofit and community leaders to study community-based activism in action. We particularly bonded over our mutual love for riddles, being the critically inclined problem solvers we are. Of-course, she always seemed to have a leg up on me. I continued to get to know Jess better when she took on the role as then-assistant and now full time director and advisor for CSU's student government, of which she was a member as an undergrad just like us. To say Jess excelled in this capacity is an understatement. Jess has an uncanny knack for bringing forth people's true potential and creating an environment in which even the softest voice is heard and honed. I have full confidence that as the City Council member representing District 4, Jess will serve our community with compassion, poise, and an energy sure to resonate with each of us. She has an fierce love for our home, our neighbors, and our most vulnerable community members, and a drive that can only be admired. If you watch her closely throughout this race, even if our final votes are different, I know you'll agree with me. If possible, I would like to end my feedback by thanking you, Jess. Your love for our city and civil service have always inspired me and your other students. Thank you for all that you do for the people of Fort Collins, and I cannot wait to see what you accomplish for great home. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 11:49:20 AM Name Lance Wright Email wrightus@gmail.com Phone 9704309026 Address 1849 Kedron Cir Fort Collins, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I want to share my strong support for Jess Dyrdahl. I have been lucky enough to work with Jess at CSU for sometime. Recently I became a partner at Jayâ€™s Bistro. As a community member and small business owner Jess has my full support. She is a person who centers her values and lives a life of integrity. Her connection to CSU will be good for everyone involved. I cannot think of a better candidate than Jess. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 2:45:17 PM Name Lindsey Burton Email lindsey.burton1@gmail.com Phone Address , 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jess cares deeply about her community and plays an active role in it's well-being. Jess makes a substantial effort to engage members of her community and has often hosted events to increase involvement and facilitate respectful conversations between local members on topics such as access to affordable housing and current ballot issues. She is an incredible advocate for the students that she mentors and overall works to ensure that every individual is equally represented and has their voice heard. I strongly believe that Jess would be an asset to the Fort Collins City Council. From:ann To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Ft. Collins City Council Date:Friday, January 1, 2021 2:21:25 PM This email letter in support of Erin Hottenstein’s candidacy for Fort Collins City Council. I have known Erin for many years and have been on committees she has organized. She is an energetic person who led committees and been on Board of Directors. Erin is a corporate consultant, coach, and trainer in the area of communications and goal achievement. Formerly, she was a nationally award-winning journalist in radio, TV, and print. Volunteer Experience: Erin is never shy about volunteering and is attracted to leadership roles. Erin has worn many hats as a member of Foothills Unitarian Church, especially three years on the Board of Trustees. She served as President-Elect for one year and President for two years. Before that she spent five years on the Stewardship Committee. After she was President, she volunteered on the capital campaign. She served 2 years on the Compass Advisory Committee at the Health District of Northern Larimer County. This committee offered story ideas and suggestions to make the newsletter more engaging for the community. Erin has served as an election judge 3 times and has provided accurate information on voting whenever given the opportunity, which was usually on social media. Also, she volunteered on more than 15 local, regional, and statewide campaigns for various candidates and issues. Erin also volunteers as needed at community events and her kids’ schools, including starting and running an after school spelling bee club. Erin doesn’t shy away from challenge. During her tenure on the Foothills Board, an assistant minister was hired, a senior minister retired, two interims were hired and finally a senior minister was “called,” i.e. hired. As president of the board, Erin helped navigate during tumultuous times. Besides the staff turnover, there were other contentious changes. Erin chaired multiple listening sessions and congregants shared their confusion, anger and grief. In all church meetings, Erin presided with poise, authority, and compassions. She founded, from the ground up, her own organization with a mission of creating gender parity in Colorado for elected officials, boards, and commissions. She has trained and supported women across the state to get elected to office. She does not shy away from difficult work and what she doesn’t know. Erin is smart and a quick study. She is willing to learn - spreadsheets, computer programs and platforms, ever changing communication programs. Erin is savvy with regard to social media Erin uses Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Slack, and others to connect with team members, supporters, and the public. She is running for City Council. She is happy to embark on a life of elected public service if given the opportunity. Thank you for considering her application. Ann Molison 909 Centre Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80526 Sent from Xfinity Connect App From:April Undy To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] City Council appointment: Erin Hottenstein Date:Saturday, January 2, 2021 5:31:06 PM Dear Fort Collins City Council, I strongly recommend Erin Hottenstein for the appointment to Fort Collins City Council. Erin Hottenstein has the skills and experience that will allow her to hit the ground running. You are making a short term hire for an open position. You need someone who is ready to step in and get to work immediately. Erin is that person. She has knowledge of local government, the demonstrated ability and drive to educate herself on important issues, and a dedication to listening to disparate interests and forming win/win solutions. I've known Erin Hottenstein for over a decade and worked extensively with her on 2 non- profits. I can tell you, she is who you want on your team. She shows up, does her homework, and is a team player. Erin is quick to adapt to new situations and technology, frequently becoming the one who coaches and supports others during a transition. She does her research, shares freely with teammates, and often sees possibilities others miss. She values diversity and is inclusive in her work and communication. Her energy and enthusiasm are contagious, as evidenced by the ongoing success of Colorado5050, a non-partisan non-profit Hottenstein was foundational in creating in 2017. Erin's steady hand and commitment to excellence as President of the Board of Trustees were key when Foothills Unitarian went through dramatic growth and important policy changes. Her ethical clarity combined with a pragmatic expectation of results are invaluable in leadership. As a small business owner, non-profit founder, committed participant in civic life, parent, volunteer, and engaged citizen, Erin Hottenstein is best prepared to serve on the Fort Collins City Council. Sincerely, April Undy 970-407-8788 From:Bev Schmidt To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Endorsement Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 4:35:27 PM We are supporting Erin Hottenstein for the appointment to District 4 vacancy. We believe that Erin will work diligently to become informed on issues and making responsible decisions. She has had experience with the issues and functioning of governmental decision makers in Wyoming as a reporter and as a member of other decision making bodies. She will be a cooperative member working as a team player on the council. We believe that she has had experience both in observing and working in organizations and will be a competent and thoughtful addition to he council. Sincerely, Blob Bacon Bev Schmitt From:Cheryl Hazlitt To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation of Erin Hottenstein for City Council Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 10:49:22 PM Dear Fort Collins leaders, Let me begin by saying thank you for your civic work in leading Fort Collins. As a resident for nearly 30 years here, I've seen a great deal of change and growth. I write to provide a recommendation for Erin as a candidate for City Council. I've known Erin over the last few years and watched her run successful fundraising campaigns; navigate complicated group dynamics and serve as president of a Board we both served on together. In her time as Board President, I was witness to Erin's composure and leadership in managing complex and high explosive situations. She is thoughtful; measured and decisive in taking actions at critical moments. I have watched her facilitate large group gatherings where emotions ran high; and handle them professionally and provide level responses that while recognizing the emotion; did not allow it to drive the meeting. I worked alongside her in developing policies and revising outdated practices that no longer served the church community we represented. This was difficult work, and met with resistance at times. Erin's leadership kept us moving forward with a focus on the long term benefits of change. Erin is passionate about this community; environmental and social justice while balancing business and economic concerns. She and her family are long time residents of the community; are engaged with the school system and a vibrant church community. I hope you will consider her for this position. She would be a great asset to the structure of governance of Fort Collins as a rapidly growing community. Best Regards, Cheryl Hazlitt From:Corey Radman To:City Leaders Cc:Erin Hottenstein Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein would be an excellent choice Date:Saturday, January 2, 2021 6:48:33 PM Hello City Council, I’m writing to recommend Erin Hottenstein to fill the empty seat on the city council for District 4. As a local writer, I have featured Erin’s organization Colorado 50/50 in a piece for Fort Collins Magazine. five-minutes-erin-hottenstein Her mission to achieve parity on elected boards and commissions is so commendable, as is her non-partisan approach to encouraging women to run for office. Speaking as a member of the Poudre Library District Board of Trustees, I can tell you that Erin’s enthusiasm and encouragement is one reason I decided to apply for that role. On the council, I think you could count on Erin to be well informed (she’s a former journalist who continues to keep her community in tune with we’ll-sourced data), as well as a listener who is fair and careful. In summation, Erin is exactly the kind of person you are looking for. Thanks for your consideration. Kind regards, Corey Radman Freelance Writer & Editor corey.radman@comcast.net cell. (970) 231-6769 From:ddavies whiterim.com To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Letter of support for Erin Hottenstein for District 4 City Council Vacancy Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 1:49:37 PM Hello, My name is Dave Davies and I have been fortunate enough to live in Fort Collins since 1996. I am excited that Erin Hottenstein is running for the District 4 vacancy because I believe that she is highly qualified for the position, as well as the fact that she and I are friends and I also live in District 4. I have known Erin for several years and first met her at church while collecting our respective kids after Sunday School. A few years later, Erin joined the board of trustees and was elected president of the board. During her tenure, Erin oversaw significant change at the church and I was impressed by her ability to focus on important details without losing sight of the big picture. This balance will serve her well as a member of City Council. I've also been impressed by the breadth of Erin's work experience. She has demonstrated entrepreneurial leadership as well as the ability to collaborate as an individual contributor on numerous teams. I believe that both of these qualities are necessary to be an effective City Council member. Finally, in addition to having great energy and enthusiasm, Erin is a genuinely nice person that will be easy to work with. She is thoughtful and empathetic and will make a great addition to City Council representing District 4 as well as Fort Collins as a whole. Thank you for your time. Regards, Dave Davies 2309 Silver Oaks Dr. Ft. Collins, CO 80526 970-218-3855 (m) From:EDWARD AND LINDA BEERS To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Support for candidate Date:Sunday, January 3, 2021 2:16:25 PM Just a short note to recommend Erin Hottenstein for City Council District 4 Vacancy. I had a number of years working with Erin as the President of the Unitarian Church Board of Directors. Thank You, Ed Beers From:Gail Spinden To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein for City Council Date:Friday, January 1, 2021 6:02:30 PM Dear City Leaders, I understand you will be voting on a new member for city council. I would like to recommend Erin Hottenstein. You will find Erin to be level-headed, a collaborator, a good listener, community minded, and to care deeply for what happens to Fort Collins. Erin recently served on the board of Larimer County Workforce. I have known Erin for 10 years through our school community. (I have lived in Fort Collins for 43 years, am a third generation Coloradoan and a 31-year educator in Fort Collins) She spearheaded our school's work to raise funds for field trips. Erin also found time to volunteer to tutor children in math while balancing a busy working and parenting calendar. I appreciate how Erin is aware of the challenges and benefits of living in Fort Collins. Erin's first priority will be helping Fort Collins businesses recover from the effects of the pandemic. She is excited to collaborate with neighboring communities and shared with me the website nocorecovers.com. Erin will advocate for my needs as well as for others. Erin cares deeply about how Fort Collins grows and wants to balance growth and quality of life. She can offer a non-realtor point of view. She wants to do what is best for our city. Please consider Erin for the position in City Council. Thank you, Gail Spinden 970 691 5761 From:glenn pearson To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] City Council Opening Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 5:16:17 PM Dear City Council Members, I am writing to urge you to consider Erin Hottenstein for the District 4 opening on the city council. I am a constituent of district 4, and I know Erin very well. Erin and I have worked together extensively over the past five years at Foothills Unitarian Church, both of us in volunteer capacities. I was part of the Stewardship team that she chaired, we served together on the planning committee for the largest building expansion in the history of our church, and she was our Board President during one of the most consequential periods in our church in the past thirty years. Erin led our church through a huge change in our governance model and handled the complexities of all of it with grace and tact including helping hundreds of church members process and adjust to these major changes. I also witnessed her leadership of Stewardship at Foothills in which we made the most significant increases in pledges and budget in decades. She was also an integral part of our recent successful capital campaign which raised six million dollars for our church building expansion that she helped create. Last and perhaps most important, Erin was an excellent Board President from day one until she finished her term. She presided over an exciting, but also very difficult time at Foothills Unitarian in which there were personal issues with some senior staff, major governance changes, development of an entirely new mission statement, and in which Foothills Unitarian was still in early stages of transitioning to a new Senior Minister. In all of these situations Erin has been superb. She listens well and is an excellent team member. She is hard working, smart, and takes on responsibility and difficult assignments. She has wonderful leadership skills whether of a committee or of large gatherings of church members. She can dig down into the nitty gritty of an issue or think profoundly and abstractly about a long term vision. She can research policy issues or lead large groups of people in a public meeting. It has been a pleasure for me to work with Erin over these past many years, and I know she would make an outstanding City Council member. Thank you for considering Erin! Sincerely, Glenn Pearson 1503 Windcreek Court Fort Collins, CO 80526 9703771009 From:Delynn Coldiron To:Delynn Coldiron Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 3:27:44 PM James Lathrop 6415 Buchanan Court, Fort Collins, Colorado 80525, jlathrop45@msn.com, 970-226-1826 December 30, 2020 City Council cityleaders@fcgov.com REFERENCE for ERIN HOTTENSTEIN, applicant for open City Council position, District 4 Dear Council Members: I have known Erin Hottenstein for several years. I have found her to be a very intelligent, dynamic and forthright individual. She is a leader with tireless energy great enthusiasm and very definitely goal oriented. In addition, she knows how to work with people to get a job done. As a retired superintendent of schools I worked with many people over my years in district administration. I find Erin to be one of the brightest most dedicated people that I have had the opportunity to work. I served with her on the Stewardship Committee of Foothills Unitarian Church, she came into those meetings prepared and ready to achieve the activity of the day. She brought the committee along and involved all members making sure we reached our goal of raising money for the church. Later I watched her work as President of the Congregation, again, she exhibited the skills, enthusiasm and drive she showed working with the Stewardship Committee. She will be an excellent addition to the City Council. I know you have several applicants so I will stay brief. I whole heartedly support your consideration in appointing Erin Hottenstein to this position on the City Council I know she will do the council and the citizens a great service. Sincerely yours, James Lathrop From:Muirhead,Jean To:City Leaders Cc:Erin Hottenstein Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 9:52:54 AM Erin is currently applying for the city council position, District 4, to replace Kristin Stephens. I have known Erin for about two years as we both belong to an informal group of women who are involved in promoting political awareness. She is actively involved in community affairs and wishes to serve the community as an elected official. I believe she would be a terrific city council member. She has extensive knowledge of community issues and the drive and skill to promote positive change. She has empathy towards the disadvantaged and a will to help. In addition, temperamentally she is not a disrupter, but a consensus builder. Her talents will serve our community well. I hope you will consider her application for the position as the asset to our community that she is. Jean Muirhead 139 E. Harvard Street Fort Collins, CO From:JEFFERY Dean To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Letter of Recommendation for Erin Hottenstein to fill open seat Date:Thursday, December 31, 2020 10:07:37 AM Dear Fort Collins City Council I support Erin Hottenstein for City Council. Erin has the strong qualities of leadership and compassion for our city, both needed as we address population growth, environmental change while continuing to maintain our economic prosperity. Erin has been a community activist for over 20 years, while raising her family and reporting on our schools, our local economy, and our people for the Northern Colorado Business Report. She is leader in her church, having served as board president during a time of growth and organizational change. She also has effectively represented our community as an advisory board member for the Health District of Northern Larimer County. Most recently she completed water literacy leadership training offered by our Chamber of Commerce. Erin an innovator. She founded Colorado 50-50, a nonpartisan group that offers developmental training for women who seek leadership positions in the public and private sector. Currently more than 600 participants have completed Colorado 50-50 training. Erin understands the interconnection between business, environment, citizens and government. She has the compassion necessary to guide us into the challenges of growth and benefits of prosperity. Erin Hottenstein has the skills to best serve our citizens as Fort Collin City Counsel woman so I ask you to vote for her on January 15th. Sincerely, Jeffrey F. Dean. Esq. 415 Mason Court 8A Fort Collins, CO 80524 Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From:joehendrickson@comcast.net To:City Leaders; Erin Hottenstein Subject:[EXTERNAL] Support for Erin Hottenstein"s Application for Council Member District 4 Date:Friday, January 1, 2021 8:53:50 AM I am writing to support Erin Hottenstein's application to fill the vacancy for Council Member for District 4. As the city deals with multiple challenges including the pandemic, rapid growth, affordable housing, impacts of the Cameron Peak Fire, and the need to plan for the future it is critical that this position be filled by someone who has the experience and knowledge to become quickly engaged. Erin brings a wealth of related experiences including serving on a variety of boards, providing training, participating in a variety of governmental campaigns, and working as a reporter covering governmental organizations. In these roles she seeks to become knowledgeable about issues by taking the initiative to do the research, reaching out to those with relevant knowledge, and listening to those impacted by the issue. Erin takes the responsibilities of public service seriously and is always prepared when attending meetings. As a trainer and coach in the area of leadership and managing change Erin understands the importance of courage and responsibility in making difficult decisions. In my former role as a district central office administrator for the Poudre School District I understand the challenges that City Council faces when dealing with issues that emotional to those impacted. Balancing the wishes of a variety of constituencies with doing the right thing can be difficult. I believe Erin is very capable of making those decisions by learning the facts, considering the alternatives, and understanding the potential impacts. I have been a resident of District 4 for 34 years and I have seen the changes not only in the city, but my neighborhood in general. Most recently the decisions regarding the former CSU stadium have reflected the challenges the Council is dealing with. Having someone who is known and respected representing the area is important, and can be quite helpful when these types of issues come up. I hope you will give serious consideration to Erin Hottenstein as you vote to fill the open vacancy in District 4. Joe Hendrickson 2749 Dixon Creek Lane Fort Collins, Colorado From:Ginger Russ To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein for City Council District 4 Candidate Date:Sunday, January 3, 2021 1:20:21 PM Hello, my name is Leonard Russ, I am a resident of Fort Collins and I live at 931 Arbor Ave. in City District 4, I am speaking a few words on behalf of Erin Hottenstein, a current candidate for Fort Collins City Council. I have known Erin for over 4 1/2 years. We both live in City District 4. I became acquainted with Erin through our work together in political caucus work and campaign organizing. Erin has always supported the advancement of opportunities of women, including aspiring to and assuming positions of local and national government. Her enthusiasm has always been paired with tireless work toward the goals she has set towards the good of our community! After reading her resume, I am impressed with her background in social work, healthcare, journalism, work with the advancement of public speaking, and her work in Change Leadership and leading organizations to excellence. Especially important is her knowledge of water issues as they pertain to Larimer County! Fort Collins needs council members who are accomplished speakers that are educated with our local issues and dedicated to our community development! All of these accomplishments and broad-based experience show how closely Erin's resume parallels the very people that Fort Collins needs as City Council Members! I fully and wholeheartedly support Erin Hottenstein for City Council District 4. Thank you, Leonard Russ From:Lori Hvizda Ward To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Support for Erin Hottenstein for District 4 vacancy Date:Sunday, January 3, 2021 8:20:53 PM Ft. Collins City Leaders, You have a unique opportunity to appoint a well-qualified, fair, and principled policymaker in Erin Hottenstein. In my six years as president of my school district’s Board of Education, I have come to value a leader’s ability to see all sides of an issue and keep an open mind, free from partisan bias. I have seen Erin exhibit this rare quality during the several years I have interacted with her through Colorado 50-50. Erin has a strong and clear style of communication, the result of her background in reporting, which will allow her to work effectively with colleagues whose thinking differs from hers. Erin is seeking this seat for all the right reasons; to give back to the community that has given her and her family so much and to help make her community a better place for its diverse members. Erin Hottenstein is both professional and collegial, and would be a gret asset to the Fort Collins City Council. Respectfully submitted, Lori Hvizda Ward From:Lynn Young To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Letter of recommendation for Erin Hottenstein for City Council District Four. Date:Friday, January 1, 2021 10:18:13 AM To whom it may concern: I am honored to be writing a letter in support of Erin Hottenstein for the open District 4 City Council seat. I have known Erin nearly two decades and have been privileged to work with her at our church when she was chair of the fundraising committee. It was in this capacity that I first realized, "Here is a very, very talented woman." Her leadership skills and guidance gave the committee the confidence to go out and speak to church friends and members about "giving from gratitude", a concept Erin introduced. When working with the group Erin was always respectful, a very good listener and communicator, as well as smart and well organized. Essentially, I have never served on a better helmed or more rewarding committee! Erin's early training was in journalism before she went into communication as a corporate leadership trainer and this gave her the skills to become a leader in founding Colorado 5050, an organization with the mission of helping to create gender parity in elected offices, boards, and commissions. Through Colorado 5050, she has led many workshops for women interested in learning about the political process and she also maintains the Colorado 5050 website, which contains up-to-date, non- partisan information on political developments. Now Erin would like to apply her outstanding leadership skills to serving our Ft Collins community. Her vision for Ft. Collins is for it to remain one of the best cities in the nation to live and work, for all its citizens and not just a special few. As a resident in Ft Collins since 1970, I share Erin's vision of a Ft. Collins where all neighbors and businesses thrive in a safe, healthy, and connected community. I am certain Erin's drive, compassion, and talent for leadership are a perfect fit for District 4 City Council seat. Ft. Collins needs forward-thinking leaders who will help ensure that the city is a great place to live for our children and grandchildren, and Erin is that type of leader. Lynn Young 950 Southridge Greens Blvd #17 Ft. Collins, CO 8025 (970) 223-2206 From:Maggie.Margaret Graham To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Supporting Erin Hottenstein for City Council Date:Sunday, January 3, 2021 5:00:39 PM Dear City Council Members, I've known Erin Hottenstein for almost 20 years. During that time, I've come to know her as a person of deep integrity and strong wisdom. She has been in leadership roles in both personal and professional capacities, and her compassion and intelligence shine through in all of her decisions. She injects transparency into her deliberations, and I am certain she will serve the people of Fort Collins with dedication. I hope you will support her candidacy for City Council to fill the District 4 vacancy. Margaret Graham ** Maggie Graham, MEd, LPC, CPCC Counseling and Coaching Website LinkedIn Profile 970.215.6003, mobile (text me if that's easy for you) Mountain Time Zone Pronouns: she/her/hers —what’s this? Zoom link ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" -Mary Oliver- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From:Peg MacMorris To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein: recommendation for City Council vacancy Date:Thursday, December 31, 2020 11:00:21 AM City Council Members, I am writing in support of Erin Hottenstein as a candidate for Kristen Stephen’s replacement on the Fort Collins City Council. I have had the great pleasure of working with Erin at Foothills Unitarian Church for the past 8- 9 years in several different capacities. Initially, I served on the Stewardship Committee, drawn into that volunteer post by her enthusiastic leadership as Chair. She brought not only excellent organizational skills, but true zeal for encouraging a culture change in the congregation away from a perception of scarcity and toward greater generosity. She helped develop a shared enthusiasm in the committee by bringing reading materials for discussion and other forms of inspiration for the work. It was truly a pleasure to serve with her “at the helm”. In the position she was co-chair for some of that time with another young woman; together they were a strong team, speaking to her ability to work collaboratively. Erin went on to become congregational President in subsequent years and I was then able to see her expand her leadership potential, leading congregational meetings and responding to some major issues with skill and grace. My other direct experience of Erin has been through her encouragement of women in politics. She organized a small workshop/conference to encourage greater participation of women, providing very helpful information about setting goals and steps toward reaching those goals. In particular, I remember getting information on how to participate in some of the city and county committees on particular topics, like the science advisory board, including timelines for application, etc. I know that Erin has aspirations in politics and I believe that she would bring her many strengths to the City Council. She will work well with other council members out of a strong history of collaborative efforts and encouraging the involvement of others. I strongly urge her appointment to the City Council vacancy. Respectfully, Peg MacMorris From:RICHARD CULLOR To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] City Council Vacancy Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 4:26:14 PM City Council Members, I first worked with Erin Hottenstein at my church as she chaired the fundraising committee. As you may be aware raising funds for any nonprofit is indeed a daunting task. Erin handled her responsibilities professionally and completed the campaigns successfully increasing the pledge drives totals from previous years. She demonstrated that she was not afraid to ask difficult questions in a kind but serious way. Later as president of the board for the Foothills Unitarian Church she led the church through a difficult transition providing leadership during trying times. During that period the church had to deal with difficult personnel issues. Erin demonstrated great patience, calmness, as well as steadfastness to her principles during often tense situations. As an election judge for Larimer County this past fall I worked with Erin at a vote center. Her ability to work with the public and other election workers was admired. During this time as a computer judge she dealt with the technical issues involving the computer at a high level and provided great assistance to me. I am so proud to support Erin for the vacant position on Fort Collins City Council. Her energy, character, professionalism, and enthusiasm will be a outstanding asset to the City of Fort Collins. Please contact me if you would like additional information. Dick Cullor 2609 Pasquinel Dr. Fort Collins, Co 80526 970-226-0358 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, December 29, 2020 5:27:28 PM Name Sara Steen Email professorsteen@gmail.com Phone 3037868131 Address 1601 Trailwood Drive Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am writing in strong support of Erin Hottenstein'sÂ application to fill the District 4 opening on council.Â I have known Erin for four years, having served on the Board at Foothills Unitarian Church under her presidential leadership in 2017-18, and working with her in various other church capacities since that time.Â I believe that I can effectively speak to her leadership and organizational skills.Â I also have some understanding of the kinds of work required of city councillors, as my dad (Ben Manvel) also served on council for 8 years,Â so I am hopeful thatÂ this letter will be helpful toÂ you asÂ you assess the candidates. In her leadership style, I would describe Erin asÂ Â self-directed, community-oriented, extremely organized, and non-anxious. During my first year on the Foothills board, under Erin's presidency, the board was faced with two extremely complicated and challenging issues. Erin navigated both very effectively, managing both the board dynamics and the fallout within the broader congregation with a mixture of compassion and firmness that helped all of us move through it. She has a very strong sense of how to manage conflict, ensuring that people feel heard while also communicating decisions made by leadership clearly and unequivocally . On an administrative level, I would commend Erin's organizational skills and her deep sense of responsibility once she has made a commitment. I watched my dad for years working through his (often enormous!) weekly city council binder, and wondered at the time how many people on council really work through the full binder. I believe that Erin is someone who would do just that. I suspect that she will come to meetings with a list of (likely excellent) prepared questions, a skill she honed during her work as a journalist. I imagine that she will be someone who is open to all constituent views, and who comes to council meetings ready to hear multiple perspectives and make decisions that are not ideologically driven (which is to say, I think she comes to all of her work with a fairly open mind). Erin cares deeply about our local community; thank you for considering inviting her into leadership. Sara Manvel Steen From:Sarah Maharry To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hoffenstein Date:Sunday, January 3, 2021 8:32:07 AM Dear City Council, I have know Erin Hoffenstein for over 10 years as I taught her children during elementary school. She was always involved in her children's life and with the school community. I had many opportunities to talk to her about issues regarding our city, state and nation. I feel she is very informed and committed to making our community and beyond a better place for all of us. Please seriously consider her to represent District 4. Thank you for all of your hard work. This has been an especially difficult year. You have had to make some tough decisions. Sarah Maharry 2312 Limousin Ct. Fort Collins, CO 80526 From:Stacy Suniga To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] City Council Vacancy Endorsement Date:Monday, January 4, 2021 11:03:26 AM To the City Council of Ft. Collins, This letter is to express my support and endorsement for Erin Hottenstein, who has applied for your recently vacant City Council seat. I have known Erin since 2017, and in every one of those years, I have witnessed her passion for helping fellow citizens, and her remarkable leadership and unique ability to bring together communities of different backgrounds. Erin is in touch with the problems and issues that our communities face, and puts action to leadership to help resolve them. She has created organizations and events that have engaged people throughout Northern Colorado and across the gender and political spectrum, and has consistently offered positive space for the community to define community goals. Erin has tremendous talent for creating an atmosphere that gives all involved a personal sense of inclusivity and partnership. Erin was honored in Weld County in 2018 for her leadership at a one time Weld County Women's Celebration, an event that honored women whose leadership has not only contributed to the community, but made a positive impact for others. This was a special feat for someone to receive this recognition while living outside of the County, but a clear example of Erins tireless work for others. Erin has that valued leadership style, knowledge and experience that will directly benefit your council and the residents of the City of Ft. Collins. She is the perfect choice to fill your current vacancy. Thank you, Stacy Suniga Recent Greeley City Council At-large 970-313-6814 Greeley, CO. From:Steve Undy To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein Recommendation Date:Saturday, January 2, 2021 12:09:36 PM Mr. Mayor and Council, I am writing this letter in support of Erin Hottenstein for appointment as a Fort Collins City Council member. I am the president of the Fort Collins Creator Hub, a local non-profit organization. I have known Erin for over fifteen years, and have had many interactions with her, both personally and professionally. I believe she is an outstanding candidate for this position and would serve the city extremely well as a council member. Her professional and organizational skills have helped my non-profit. I have seen her in action as president of our church board where she performed an outstanding job. Because of her competence and leadership of our church board, I've spoken with Erin on many occasions to ask her advice on running my own organization. Erin has alway been insightful and helpful with suggestions on ways to improve my non-profit. As an organizational expert, Erin provided, on her own time, a lengthy consultation on developing an agenda and strategy for on-boarding new leaders and creating a cohesive and functional board of directors. This resulted in, among other things, a very successful board retreat. When Erin was my church board president, I had the opportunity to see her in action as a capable and effective leader. She was always organized, efficient and well prepared. She always displayed incredible integrity and always worked toward the good of her organization. She inspired others in leadership positions. There is no question in my mind that Erin would become a valuable member of the Fort Collins City Council. Her experience, her energy, her judgement, her organizational skills and her integrity make her the most qualified person I know for this position. Thank you. Steve Undy steve@roseundy.net 1459 Front Nine Drive Fort Collins, CO 80525 January 2, 2021 Dear Council Members, I am pleased to submit a letter in support of Erin Hottenstein’s application for the current vacancy in the position of Council Member for District 4. During the past ten years, I have had many opportunities to observe and interact with Erin in several of her leadership roles at Foothills Unitarian Church, and I believe that she is an outstanding candidate for this position. Erin and I served together on the Foothills Unitarian Church Board of Trustees, where Erin was President-Elect and then President. During that time, a number of significant personnel decisions were made, including the hiring of interim ministers, a search process and hiring of a senior minister, with associated contact negotiations. Erin played an important role in these and other Board processes, and demonstrated her skills in leadership, personnel relations, analysis, planning, finance, and negotiations. Previously, Erin served as member and chair of the Church’s Stewardship Committee, and I felt that she was the most effective Stewardship Chair that I had encountered in my more than 50 years in Unitarian Universalist churches around the country! She thinks creatively, is not afraid to innovate, presents reports clearly and accurately, and demonstrates excellent rapport with the congregation. Later, Erin also served very effectively on the church’s Capital Campaign Committee, which raised $6M toward the construction of a much-needed building addition. In all of these leadership roles, Erin demonstrated her skills and strengths in communication, both written and oral. As I think of the skills desirable for a member of our City Council, I rate Erin highly in every aspect. She is committed to community service and the good of the entire Fort Collins community, and is well-informed about issues of importance to the community. She has excellent listening skills, and is intelligent and articulate, personable and approachable, thoughtful, well-organized and dependable. I feel confident that, if selected, she will be an excellent representative of District 4 and will contribute in significant ways to the important work of the Council. Sincerely yours, Elizabeth C. Stanley, Ph.D. 970-412-9598 staneliz@yahoo.com December 30, 2020 Gale Whitman 311 East Plum Street Fort Collins, CO 80524 City of Fort Collins Council Members Fort Collins, CO To Whom It May Concern: I am writing in support of Erin Hottenstein's campaign for City Council. I have known Erin for 25 years socially and have worked with her on the Board of Trustees at Foothills Unitarian Church. Erin served as the Foothills Board of Trustees President-Elect for one year and as President for two years. During her tenure, the church's senior minister retired, two interim ministers were hired, and a new senior minister was “called” (hired) by the congregation. Erin was a key participant in contract negotiations. In addition, difficult staff issues occurred around this time, and Erin presided over contentious congregational meetings with poise and authority. Prior to serving as the Board President, Erin volunteered on the Stewardship Committee for several years. The committee helped advance the congregation from a culture of scarcity to one of abundance, which has had a huge positive impact on the church's annual budget and ability to do good in the community. As our church grew, the governance model needed to transition to one better suited to our size, and Erin helped develop those structural changes and update our Bylaws. Erin is the founder of Colorado 50/50, with the goal of gender parity in governmental elected positions. She has helped train and support women across the state in getting elected to office. Erin Hottenstein works hard to fully understand issues, she works well with others, and knows her limits and when to delegate. Please give her thoughtful consideration for the current vacancy on Fort Collins City Council. Sincerely, Gale Whitman gale.whitman@comcast.net 970-213-0844 December 31, 2020 Dear City Council Members, I am writing to provide my highest endorsement and recommendation of Erin Hottenstein to fill the vacant position on the Council. I have known Erin for over eight years, and have worked closely with her in senior leadership roles throughout most of this time. From this experience, I can attest to Erin’s strength as a leader, especially in navigating complex or even controversial circumstances. In everything that she does, she remains focused on the core mission and purpose of the work, and is not shaken by personalities or stresses of the moment. With her leadership, any organization or community will go further and have a greater impact than they previously would have thought possible. To be specific, Erin served as our Board President for two years. During this time, we were transitioning to a policy-based governance model, addressing major institutional shifts related to growth (in the city and in the congregation), as well as responding to significant legal and ethical issues. In each of these, I experienced Erin as being driven by her core values, including integrity, honesty, intellectual and emotional curiosity, long-term thinking and personal sacrifice on behalf of a common good. She was exceptionally skilled at orienting our entire Board as well as the other leaders of our congregation at staying focused on our end goals, and pursuing our mission regardless of any obstacles we faced. Although this sort of drive in the wider culture can often be self-serving, Erin’s drive was exactly the opposite: all that she works for is grounded in compassion, an unquenchable thirst for justice, and a vision for a better world for everyone. In addition to these leadership characteristics, Erin is equally skilled at digging into the details of policies and reporting requirements, as well as coordinating across task forces and committees, and ensuring information is effectively communicated to stakeholders. Outside of my work with Erin on the Board, I have also worked with Erin in the fundraising. With her leadership and vision, including an explicit commitment to long term culture change, our congregation grew our annual fundraising from $500,000 per year to nearly $1 million. She worked tirelessly to understand best practices in fundraising, and to cultivate a culture of generosity and abundance. With her encouragement, our community came to believe that as long as the funds were going to support those things we truly believe in and that would have the impact we sought, we would always have the resources we need. More recently I worked with her on our capital campaign for our $8 million building expansion project, and witnessed again her commitment to moving our congregation forward into a bigger and fuller future than we could even imagine ourselves. Over the last four years, I have also witnessed Erin’s commitment to our city and to our state through her co-founding of Colorado 50-50. She has worked with other community leaders to build a network of support and mentorship for women considering public office. She has organized community forums that fostered relationships and understanding in a time of great division. One of the core principles of Unitarian Universalism is a commitment to the democratic process, and Erin lives this out in her daily life in so many ways. She doesn’t just believe in democracy, she is constantly working to make it a reality. I know that over the last few years, the City of Fort Collins and the City Council has recognized Foothills Unitarian for our leadership and commitment to the community. I am very clear that without Erin’s leadership and presence in our congregation, we would have never been able to have this sort of impact. We are indebted to her in ways it is difficult to express, though I have tried in this letter. The City and the Council itself would be lucky to have Erin serving in leadership, especially in a time such as this. Please let me know if I can answer any of your questions or provide any further information. Sincerely, Rev. Gretchen Haley Senior Minister Foothills Unitarian Church 303-877-0934 Ugretchen@foothillsuu.orgU 6715 Enterprise Drive B-104 Fort Collins, CO 80526 January 3, 2021 Re: Erin Hottenstein Dear Members of City Council: I am writing you to recommend Erin Hottenstein to be selected to fill the vacancy on Fort Collins Council that is left by Kristen Stephens. I have known Erin for over 10 years as a congregant at Foothills Unitarian Universalist Church. After several years, Erin started serving on the Board of Trustees. Her term as president included some very difficult times as our church was growing and ministers were changing. In addition as president she was involved in a hard decision to let go of a respected employee. During this time, we had several very emotional meetings and Erin did an incredible job letting members express their opinions while at the same time following the agenda and sharing all of the information that could be shared. Her leadership skills, as well as professionalism, was so clear during these meetings. Since then, whether I run into her at the grocery store, or anywhere, she is always gracious and willing to take a moment to talk and listen to my opinions. Having served in city government in another community many years ago, I appreciate Erin’s background in journalism as I know she is familiar with what will be needed to be a good city council woman. Another reason I wanted to recommend Erin is that she has been a founder of the organization Colorado5050. The mission of this group is to help create gender parity in elected offices, boards and commissions. Her love of government is shown by her commitment to keep up to date on on-partisan political developments in Colorado. Lastly her service on the Compass advisory committee for the Health District brings an awareness of public health. As Council deals with issues from our current pandemic I trust that Erin will be able to see how any decisions can affect both public health as well as the economic health of our community. I wholeheartedly endorse Erin and hope that you will consider her to fill the City Council vacancy. Sincerely, L. Kirsten Hartman 970-204-9003 From:Frances Green To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Endorsements for City Council Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 10:43:57 AM To City Leader: I am writing to support the appointment of a candidate for City Council to replace Kristin Stevens. I know two applicants who are both strong leaders and I feel strongly about both. Erin Hottenstein is very eager to break into politics. I have known her for almost eight years and have seen her commitment to always do exceptional work. She has strong organizational skills and has experience with fundraising. Sidna Rashid is one of the brightest people I know. I have worked with her with League of Women Voters and have participated in Front Range Forum classes with her. She has taken on many leadership roles. She is a strong advocate for civil liberties. She researches varying viewpoints on issues and can present her positions clearly. Since I am friends with both it is difficult for me to choose one over the other. Either will make a commitment to serve on City Council and both have the background and interest in seeing out city move forward. Fran Green (Frances D. Green) From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 1:19:10 PM Name Dawn Hancock Email Dawn.Hancock@colostate.edu Phone 4916511 Address Greeley, CO Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. As a CSU Housing & Dining employee, I have seen Veronica's passionate efforts to provide safety for the students living in CSU's housing, advocating for safety with the upper management of Housing & Dining. She has made people aware of safety issues that needed to be addressed and has conducted safety drills for all the HDS buildings for years. She is a hard worker, truly believes in her causes, and will fight for what she believes. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Wednesday, December 30, 2020 10:21:31 AM Name Edward Bozic Email edbozic@gmail.com Phone 970-685-9233 Address 721 Terra View Cir Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. City Council I have known Veronica Olivas for 38 years. I have worked alongside Veronica at the Colorado State University Police Department. I have found her work ethic to be exemplary. Veronica is extremely trustworthy and honest. She is dedicated to the community and helping others in many different aspects. Veronica truly cared about each individual with whom she made contact. After Veronica transferred to the Housing Department, she continues to serve by working to maintain safety and emergency response for the student community. I am proud to have the opportunity to provide this recommendation for the City Council District 4 vacancy and feel that she will bring a unique insight to the Council when addressing the challenges in the Fort Collins community. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or need additional information. Sincerely, Edward Bozic From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 3:40:57 PM Name Mark Lukens Email mlukens@yahoo.com Phone 9704810971 Address 913 Marble Dr Ft Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have known Veronica for 25 years. Veronica has deep roots in Ft Collins, she grew up, went to CSU and still works for the CSU. I admire her work ethic. She would be a valuable person to have on the city council. She is honest, hard working, she has experience in law inforcement at CSU, can give background information on what this city was like before Walmart, Budweiser and box stores. The Council would be well served to have someone with Veronicas integrity, judgement, experience and trustworthiness. Veronica gets along with people easily and is fun to be around. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 2:23:52 PM Name Craig Huston Email chuston6460@gmail.com Phone 9704202548 Address 3910 Lynda Ln Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I encourage the Council to consider Shirley Peel for the position vacated by Kristin Stephens. I have known Shirley over the course of 16 years and have observed her in the community. Shirley is a person of great integrity and commitment. I see her as an advocate for a community which values and includes people from diverse economic and ethnic backgrounds. Shirley would be an access to both the Council and the community. From:Jennifer Brost To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:[EXTERNAL] Shirley Peel Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 11:03:30 AM Hello, I tried to send this to the link but it would not go through. I hope you receive this in a timely manner. I have known Shirley Peel for over two decades. We have served in several community projects and I taught in the school she established. She has been a mentor to many including: the hundreds of children who moved through the school doors, the parents who felt comfortable sharing their trials, the teachers and staff, friends and strangers who were need of counsel and struggling college students in need of direction. I, personally and gratefully, have been under her focused, humble leadership. Shirley is also an attendant wife and mother. She works alongside her husband with respect and supports her children with love and guidance. I can confidently say if she is given the position on city council, she will use her gifts as a team leader and problem solver to mindfully and strategically continue to make Fort Collins a thriving city. Thank you for your consideration. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Brost j.brost@comcast.net 970-566-0281 Sent from my iPhone From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 3:08:29 PM Name Jennifer Kaiser Email penny681@hotmail.com Phone 9192737704 Address 3615 Eagle Lane Fort Collins, CO 80528 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hello, My name is Jennifer Kaiser. I want to recommend Shirley Peel for the D4 vacancy. Shirley would be an asset to the Fort Collins City Council. I have known Shirley for almost 7 years. My children attended the school that Shirley founded. I was on the the board with Shirley and worked closely with her. Shirley is one of the most committed people I know. She has a unique ability to diffuse problematic situations. She will stay the course, no matter how difficult, because she believes strongly in following through on her word. She is an excellent communicator. She is able to listen well, and also respond accordingly. Shirley has served on several boards in our community; she has been very active in the schools that her children have attended. Shirley and her husband are frequently opening their home to mentor and serve people. Shirley loves the town of Fort Collins, and is aware of the issues that Fort Collins is facing. She desires to bring her knowledge and experience to better the city and community. Shirley brings with her the highest level of integrity, work ethic, and leadership skills. I highly recommend Shirley Peel to fill the vacated seat on the City Council. From:emily gallichotte To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] District 4 Candidate Feedback Date:Monday, January 4, 2021 8:46:10 PM Dear Council, At the December 29th council meeting I spoke in support of District 4 candidate Melanie Potyondy. I have a conflict at tomorrow's meeting, otherwise I would again speak in her support tonight. I am not a district 4 resident, but I am deeply invested in the outcome of this vacancy appointment. I have spoken with most of the candidates applying for this position, and Melanie impresses me far and beyond all of the other candidates. Melanie's involvement and commitment to the community is clear, she has been working with community organizing, electoral politics, within the school district, etc. I believe Melanie's vision for the city aligns with that of many of the residents (myself included), but also with the City's Strategic Plan. It is also incredibly clear based on public comments, that Melanie has by far the most support of her community and constituents in District 4, and I fully believe she will be elected by those constituents in April. Thank you for your consideration, Emily _________________ Emily Gallichotte egallichotte@gmail.com From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 7:58:38 PM Name Ashley Seymour Email ashleyseymour12@gmail.com Phone 3032608508 Address 8429 Coyote Dr Castle Pines, CO 80108 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jess Dyrdahl lives and breathes what it means to be an upstanding citizen of Fort Collins. Her desire to lead for positive change is evidenced by her philanthropic efforts, commitment to Colorado State University and generally just doing right by everyone she meets! She has a bright future ahead and the City of Ft Collins would have a solid ally if Jess were elected. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 9:58:51 PM Name Caitlin Reale Email cmr1236@yahoo.com Phone 4846862873 Address 2821 Willow Tree Ln Unit I Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Jessica Dyrdahl is a fantastic person inside and out. She is a go getter and has a take charge attitude. Working with the students at CSU, Jessica has insight on the new issues that are rising with the new, up and coming generation. She has the heart and dedication to help make positive change in Fort Collins. From:Hellen Castro To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:[EXTERNAL] Applicant Feedback- District 4 Vacancy Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 5:58:42 PM Hello Delynn, I tried to send my comments about an applicant for District 4 Vacancy, but I believe the form didn't go through. Please find below: Applicant Feedback: I want to express my support for applicant Jessica Dyrdahl, as I believe she would be a very fit occupant of the District 4 Vacancy for City Council. Jessica is well known in the community for her involvement and determination to improve our community, for example I recently participated in one of the focus groups she organized with a discussion around affordable housing in Fort Collins. As a member of the latinx community, I have witnessed first hand her commitment to work and include people of all identities. She is a thoughtful and caring individual with a successful professional career due to her great leadership skills and passion for helping students advance and succeed. Additionally, as an employee of a local non-profit, I can attest to her involvement and support to local causes such as the Food Bank of Larimer County, Trees, Water and People and others. Hellen Castro (970) 691-4465 2828 Silverplume Drive Fort Collins, CO 80526 Thank you! From:Thea Rounsaville To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Writing in support of Jessica Dyrdahl for open city council position Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 5:20:50 PM Hello, I submitted this originally via the online form, however, I heard that some of the entries were not actually received, so I wanted to send this via email as well. Thank you. I'm writing in today in support of Jessica Dyrdahl. I've known Jessica since we met our freshman year at CSU in 2002. She is passionate about serving and bettering her communities in any way that she can. She strongly believes in the importance of inclusion, respect, and honesty. She's one of the most reliable and accountable people I've ever know. Although she's spent a lot of time traveling the country and the world, Fort Collins is her home and she's committed to growing all of the things that make this a great city and improving upon the areas of opportunity for Fort Collins. She's an excellent communicator and advocate. She values the opinions of others and never puts herself or any kind of agenda ahead of those she's working for. She would be an excellent city council member and we would be fortunate to have her representing us. Kindly, Thea Rounsaville From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 7:55:47 PM Name Tiffany Townsend Email driscoll.tiffany@gmail.com Phone 7192464382 Address 6560 Sugarberry lane Colorado Springs , CO 80927 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I am beyond excited for the beautiful city of Fort Collins to have a candidate like Jessica Dyrdahl. I have know Jessica for over a decade and honestly have never met someone more passionate, encouraging, and motivating than Jessica. Her work in higher education is a testimony to her love of people. She had devoted her life to bettering others lives. As a life long leaner herself, Jessica is an example to the students she inspires and continues to better herself. She is a person who â€œwalks the walk.â€ She is always striving to be better, to educate herself about our worldâ€™s issues, to hear both sides of the conversation, to deliberate, and draw conclusions based on facts, evidence, and with what is best for people at the forefront of all of her considerations. Jessica is a leader. Her time at Colorado State University has proven her leadership and love of Fort Collins. It would be such an incredibly positive step to have Jessica serve on City Council for such an incredible city. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 10:36:45 PM Name Joshua Stillahn Email jstxhn@outlook.com Phone 970-556-3833 Address Fort Collins, CO 80524 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I've known Jessica Dyrdahl for about 3 years, having first crossed paths with her at a Bike-to- Work event in town. She's compassionate, listens really well, and has a real knack for engaging with people. She knows how to use her experience and resources to lift up the people around her. These are all qualities that serve the Fort Collins City Council, and Jessica would be a great resource for District 4! From:Elaine Branjord To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Comment on candidates for District #$ City Council Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 3:54:48 PM 'Afternoon, I am writing to submit my input on the selection of District #4 City Council member. My husband and I moved to Fort Collins 9 years ago and have taken an active interest in city issues. We appreciate the role the residents have in making Council decisions. I would like to express our support for two candidates. Both Erin Hottenstein and Melanie Potyondy demonstrate a sincere and thoughtful interest in the welfare of the residents of Fort Collins. The City Council will decide now for a temporary position and then voters in District 4 will make the decision after more thorough public analyses. Melanie's experience as a union leader impresses me greatly and Erin's experience as a reporter would be helpful to make them good local representatives. Both women have excellent communication skills and, I am sure, would be open to interacting with District #4 residents. Thank you for consideration, Elaine and Dennis Branjord 4720 Prairie Vista Drive Fort Collin, CO 80526 H 970-682-2727 C 970-310-4428 Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has... Margaret Mead From:Alex Harris To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 12:08:56 PM Dear City Council Members, You have the privilege of selecting the best candidate from a slate of very capable candidates to fill a seat on the Fort Collins City Council. Erin Hottenstein is the best of the field in terms of being experienced, knowledgeable, and ready on day one. You have her resume that clearly delineates the skills she brings to this position. It is clear in her resume that she has the poise and maturity to stand firm with respect and integrity when up against a challenge. What I hope you will discover when you interview Erin is that aside from being infinitely capable, she is a warm, thoughtful, kind person - a person you will enjoy getting to know and to work with. Best, Alex Harris From:Alice Madden To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation of Erin Hottenstein to fill the vacancy on the Fort Collins City Council Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 10:27:07 AM Greetings, I first met Erin Hottenstein at a Colorado 50-50 Social in Dillon in 2019 when I was running for U.S. Senate. I was impressed with her enthusiasm for helping women run for office, and her ability to organize events and bring people together. We have stayed connected since then, and I have seen her tireless efforts via Colorado 50-50 to provide election information and encourage voter turnout. Erin is a convener, an innovator, and a true public servant. In my years as a Colorado legislator and House Majority Leader, I saw many candidates. Erin is highly qualified and I am happy to endorse her for the vacancy on the Fort Collins City Council. Perhaps most importantly, she will approach the job with humility and the understanding that it is truly a privilege to serve. All the best, Alice Madden Louisville, Colorado From:Brian Woodruff To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommending Erin Hottenstein for Council Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 2:53:50 PM Dear City Leaders, I am writing to recommend Erin Hottenstein for the seat on City Council vacated by Kristen Stephens. You have a difficult job picking a candidate from the marvelous slate of candidates. Erin is the best choice because she is a proven leader, has experience covering city governments, she is bright, articulate, a good listener and does her homework. She knows when to listen and is a team player. All these candidates are worthy, but Erin stands above them all in her readiness to immediately step into the position, ready to work with you. I strongly recommend you choose Erin Hottenstein for this position. Sincerely yours, Brian Woodruff -- ======================BRIAN WOODRUFF970.224.5443 [home]970.829.7291 [mobile]2825 Dixon Creek LnFort Collins,CO 80526ruffwood47@gmail.com====================== From:Eleanor VanDeusen To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommendation for Erin Hottenstein Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 12:29:33 PM Dear City Council, I am writing to support Erin Hottenstein for the District 6 City Council vacancy. I have known Erin for many years through her involvement in our congregation and her past leadership as the President of our Board of Trustees. Erin is a proven leader and a skilled communicator. Her resume speaks to her years of experience and ability to get things done. I know Erin personally and can speak to how wonderful she is to work with. She is a coalition builder who collaborates well and delivers results. Her integrity is beyond question. I can't think of anyone better to serve on City Council. I highly recommend her to fill the District 6 vacancy. -- In faith & service, Eleanor VanDeusen she/her/hers LREDA Board Member at Large - Continental Events Director of Family Ministry Foothills Unitarian Church Fort Collins CO 970-213-0983 From:Holly Tarry To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] District 4 Vacancy- Support for Erin Hottenstein Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 11:38:55 AM Hello, I am a Fort Collins resident and want to express my unequivocal support for Erin Hottenstein to fill the district 4 vacancy. I have known Erin for several years and experience her as someone who does what she says she's going to do, takes time to understand complex issues, has the courage to take a stand, and is passionate about leading. Erin's background in journalism is obvious in everything she does. She is a thorough and relentless miner of facts and understands the value of digging deep into a topic instead of just placating the loudest voices. Erin can navigate nuance, unite diverse perspectives and get things done. I am always surprised by the level of optimism and enthusiasm Erin brings to every project. Her approach is a refreshing change from the politics-by-anger approach that seems to be growing more and more common. We need leaders like Erin now more than ever and I can't say enough about how strongly I recommend her appointment to the vacancy. Thank you for your time and consideration, Holly Tarry -- Sent with Mixmax From:KAY WILLIAMS To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Please Select Erin Hottenstein! Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 2:36:12 PM Dear City Leaders, Please select Erin Hottenstein for the vacant city council seat. Erin is committed to serving this community, she has extensive leadership experience, she knows how city government works, and she is a team player. Her resume contains all the details of her experiences. Please note that she founded Colorado 50-50 and has been helping women get elected to various elected positions around the state for four years. Erin wants to serve herself, now, and well into the future. You have the opportunity to launch Erin’s long and committed future of service. I strongly urge you to choose Erin Hottenstein. Thank You! Sincerely, Kay E. Williams District 4 From:Peggy Reeves To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein for Council Vacancy Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 11:21:18 AM Dear Mayor and Council Members, Please consider appointing Erin Hottenstein to Council District 4. She is an emerging leader with strong organizational and communication skills. She is involved in a small family owned business so understands the struggles that many here are facing. She has a real commitment to Fort Collins, volunteering in her children's schools and serving on both public and private boards. I think you will find her a great asset to the Council and to the City. She's solid, grounded in the community, works well with others and will contribute to the discussions on policy issues that are important to our community. Thanks for your consideration of Erin. Sincerely, Peggy Reeves Last night I zoomed into your Council meeting but was recognized at the wrong time and was not called on during the comment session. My hand raising skills are not the best. I did enjoy observing you and remembering my time on the Council many years ago. Thank you for your service. From:Sally Harris To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Support for Erin Hottenstein Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 12:38:54 PM Dear City Council Members, I strongly support Erin Hottenstein being appointed to City Council. I have had the pleasure of serving alongside Erin on the Colorado 50-50 steering committee. Erin founded Colorado 50-50 in 2017 in order to achieve 50/50 parity in election and appointments to political office, boards and commissions. Erin has been a stalwart champion in this cause, organizing training for potential candidates, training for campaign workers, and socials where citizens, interested candidates, and elected officials have an opportunity to meet and inform each other. These events have taken place in Larimer County, Weld County, Denver County and El Paso County. Erin is passionate about getting out the vote and provides accurate information on voting using her expertise from being an election judge. Colorado 50-50 encourages women of all backgrounds to run. Erin ensured that Colorado 50- 50 had a showing of the movie "Councilwoman," which highlighted all the challenges that women faced and overcame, to Fort Collins. We partnered with Alianza Norco, Fuerza Latina, and the League of Women Voters. It was a fabulous event with a cross-cultural turnout. Colorado 50-50 also showed this documentary in Longmont. Erin's posts on Facebook are bilingual, which helps to reach an even wider audience. Erin continues to provide useful public health information even after she was not successful in running for the Health District. Erin is a passionate leader who is a pleasure to work with. She comes to the meetings well prepared, has a concise agenda, sticks to the allotted meeting time, asks relevant questions, collaborates well and is highly effective. Erin is a great listener and takes the time to fully research all issues that come before her. I think she will make an excellent addition to City Council. Sincerely, Sally Harris -- Sally Harris Pronouns: she / her / hers (learn more) From:Scott Denning To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Recommending Erin Hottenstein for Council Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 6:05:03 PM Dear City Leaders, I’m writing to recommend Erin Hottenstein to fill the temporarily vacant seat on City Council. I have known Erin for about a decade and worked very closely with her for three years when she served as President of the Board of Trustees at Foothills Unitarian Church. I served as Trustee and Treasurer during her tenure as President of the Board. Erin led our church during a very tumultuous time. Our membership has exploded in recent years, from about 100 households when I started there in the 1980s to more than 1000 members and (financially contributing) friends today. Our minister of 23 years retired in 2014, after being the only pastor many of our members had ever known. Our annual budget also increased by about a factor of 10 during this time and we embarked on a nationwide search for a new minister during my time son the Board. We also took on a huge Capital Campaign for our physical plant and raised about $8 million. In addition to presiding over the generational change in our professional leadership, Erin also led us through not one but two incredibly difficult personnel crises during her tenure as President. Her steady hand, calm and professional manner, and outstanding organizational skills allowed us to navigate what could have been an existential crisis for this institution that has been part of Fort Collins for more than 120 years. As you might imagine, a period of very rapid growth in both numbers and financial resources can provoke anxiety and fear as well as excitement. Erin is a professional change manager and was incredibly helpful to our organization as we embraced the changes in our staff, population, and financial situation. She is friendly and collegial while also very focused on finding optimal ways through difficult deliberations. Erin is committed to managing the opportunities and challenges of growth in Fort Collins. We have spent hundreds of hours together and I am very pleased with her commitment to climate action and to navigating the Climate Action Plan for Fort Collins. I have lived in Fort Collins since 1979 and seen our population triple during my time here. I have known many many city leaders and am aware of the tensions we have around growth, the environment, and our quality of life. I believe Erin Hottenstein is an outstanding candidate to work with the rest of our leadership as you navigate the major changes ahead. Sincerely, A. Scott Denning PhD From:Sean Neil-Barron To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein to fill the Vacancy on Council Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 1:21:13 PM Dear City Council Members, I’m supporting Erin Hottenstein - who is applying to serve on City Council - for her leadership, community service, and experience. I've seen what an amazing leader Erin is with her time at Foothills Unitarian Church and in creating Colorado 50-50, a nonpartisan organization that encourages women to run for office and helps get out the vote. Erin is well versed at conducting official meetings before large crowds, listening to all sides, and explaining things clearly. Erin is passionate about local government, connected, has a responsive vision for Fort Collins and would be a welcome addition to City Council. Best, Sean Neil-Barron Rev. Sean Neil-Barron he /him / his Associate Minister Foothills Unitarian Church m:617.817.0531 e:sean@foothillsuu.org From:Susan Goldman To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Erin Hottenstein Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 9:20:23 PM Dear City Council, I am supporting Erin Hottenstein, who is applying to serve on City Council. Not only does Erin have depth and breadth of relevant experience, she also has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills and exemplary community service. Erin is a long-term resident of Fort Collins and has been for many years active in community service. She has volunteered in the schools and for other ad hoc events and causes and has raised money for non-profits. Her experience ranges from award-winning journalism (put to use in the community as a healthcare reporter for the Northern Colorado Business Report) to founding Colorado 50/50, a group that encourages women to get on a path to leadership. Erin has served as a leader in her church and served two years as President of its Board of Trustees. She is reliable, keeps her commitments, and is even keeled. As a professional trainer and facilitator, Erin has excellent communication skills, is a great listener, and is an experienced public speaker. She brings clarity of thought to her processes. She is also a small business owner. In short, Erin is a trustworthy leader with a deep well of experience who is a service- oriented community member that cares about her city. She would serve the City of Fort Collins well. Sincerely, Susan Goldman January 6, 2021 Dear City of Fort Collins Leadership, It is a pleasure to recommend Erin Hottenstein for District 4 City Councilmember. I have come to know Erin over the past four years through my involvement with IndivisibleNOCO, a grassroots group committed to civic engagement. Erin is an excellent candidate to continue Kristin Stephens’ outstanding work representing Fort Collins District 4. Erin is committed to our community and to public service on our behalf. For example, last year, Erin ran for the Board of Directors of the Health District of Northern Larimer County, after serving for two years on the Compass Advisory Board. She ran to help call attention to the Health District and its role in public health. Although she lost, her interest in community health is evidenced by her regular participation at the Health District meetings. Erin’s resume demonstrates her strong background in leadership and organizational skills, which she put to use in founding Colorado 50-50, a non-partisan educational group with the mission of increasing the number of women represented in community leadership. Colorado 50-50 has held events and training sessions with over 600 people, many of whom have run for and attained public office. I attended an early training session and was impressed by the level of professionalism and the quality of the training, as well as her commitment to a truly non-partisan organization. Erin will contribute perspective and balance to the City Council. Like Kristin Stephens, she is acutely aware that she represents all of District 4, not just those individuals who align with her political views. Erin has an ability to consider all sides of complex issues and develop solutions that reflect an optimal outcome without compromising her values. Growth is exacerbating some long-running issues in Fort Collins, such as transportation, affordable housing, and homelessness. We need someone who can consider competing needs and interests and develop pragmatic approaches to addressing these issues. I know Erin is such a person. Erin has been an active participant in IndivisibleNOCO planning sessions for various activities (e.g., candidate forums, get-out-the-vote campaigns and strategic planning), and we have come to value her input and astute advice to address issues and challenges we face. Thoughtful, intelligent and skilled leadership has made our City the best place in our country to live. COVID-19 has threatened some of the things that make our community great, especially our small businesses. Erin will bring her values, talents and experiences to City Council to help solve these and other difficult challenges. The City of Fort Collins will be lucky to have Erin on its City Council. Best Regards, Monica Lynn 2015 Kerry Hill Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80525 monicaglynn@msn.com From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 6:37:10 PM Name Anne Haro Sipes Email anneharosipes@msn.com Phone 9702183437 Address 801 Benthaven Street Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I recommend Veronica Olivas for the City Council. I have known Veronica 23 years. She is compassionate, hard-working, dedicated, tenacious and kind. She will put the needs of the people of Fort Collins first in making each of her decisions and will be an asset to the city. I recommend appointing Veronica to the City Council. Thank you. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 5:40:51 PM Name Brian Sedlak Email brian.sedlak@colostate.edu Phone 9705671347 Address 6030 Facilities Management Fort Collins, CO 80523 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have had the pleasure of working with Veronica Olivas for over 10 years at Colorado State University. If I was given one word to describe Veronica, it would be dedication. Veronica always goes over and beyond expectations to ensure she can affect constructive change while maintaining a strong sense of security and life safety. If the situation calls for it, Veronica is the type of person that will work all hours of the night without hesitation to be to accomplish the mission with a positive attitude the entire time. Veronica is a highly analytical person. She has a keen ability take a problem, analyze the possible decisions and risks associated with these decisions, and to come up with a positive solution. Veronica can excel in this area and others because of her excellent written and verbal communication skills. I believe the City and the City Councilmembers would really benefit from the skills and perspective that Veronica would be able to provide if she were elected. From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 5:53:51 PM Name Jennifer Brost Email j.brost@comcast.net Phone 970-566-0281 Address 300 Dunne Drive Fort Collins, CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I have known Shirley Peel for over two decades. We have served in several community projects and I taught in the school she established. She has been a mentor to many, including, the many children who moved through the school doors, the parents who felt comfortable sharing their trials, the teachers and staff, and friends who are in need of wise counsel. She also has made herself available to struggling college students. I have witnessed and been under her focused, humble leadership. Shirley is also an attentive wife and mother. She works alongside her husband with respect and supports her children with love and guidance. I know if she is given the position on City Counsel, she will use her gifts as a team leader and problem solver to mindfully, and passionately help make Fort Collins a City to be proud of. From:Dmnoden To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Public Comment in Support of Melanie Potyondy for the District 4 Vacancy Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 4:33:40 PM Good afternoon, My name is Dustin Noden and I am writing to voice my support for Melanie Potyondy for the district 4 vacancy. As a resident of district 4, I would like to spend a moment describing my knowledge of Dr. Potyondy’s personal characteristics, as well as her professional capabilities, which I have been lucky enough to witness firsthand. I am currently employed as a teacher in the Integrated Services department at Rocky Mountain High School. I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dr. P. for over four years. I serve the highest need students in our building and Dr. Potyondy has worked tirelessly as a member of our team to help build a future with and advocate for my students. She is a warm, patient, kind individual who also knows when it’s time to speak up for the unheard voices in the room and stand by what is right when presented with a difficult situation or conversation. She respects all stakeholders, but knows when it is time to bring her voice to the conversation. I trust Dr. Potyondy to both lead and assist during IEP meetings, and if you know anything about those, that statement speaks volumes. Personally, I can say that Dr. Potyondy is a kind, caring individual with the best intention for our district in mind. She is passionate about what she believes in and is willing and able to speak to her point of view, all the while welcoming others to speak theirs. She is open minded, driven, and invested in what she sets her mind to. I have no doubt that she would do what is best for our district, while simultaneously honoring and respecting other view points in the room. She is capable of doing this work and would pour her heart into it without being asked. Please consider Melanie Potyondy for this position. You will not be sorry. Thank you for time. If you need any further information from me, please feel free to reach out. Have a great day and good luck with your decision. Dustin Noden Integrated Services Teacher Rocky Mountain High School From:Smith, Hal L. To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] City Council District 4 vacancy Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 11:33:49 AM I am writing to express my support for Melanie Potyondy for the City Council District 4 vacancy. I believe she has the experience, skills, and values that make her the most suitable person to fill this position. Hal Smith Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 5:22:53 PM Name Joshua Ring Email ring.joshua@gmail.com Phone 9702325521 Address 1339 Woodview Place Fort Collins, CO 80526 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. Hello esteemed Council members, I am writing today in support of Dr. Melanie Potyondy. As I am not able to be present for 'live', video comments, please accept this note in lieu of any spoken words I would present on her behalf. I have had the privilege of working closely with Dr. Potyondy, or Melanie for numerous years at Rocky Mountain High School. Melanie has through direct action become a reliable and integral part of many facets of our school and larger community. Melanie's reputation is one of positivity, professionalism, integrity, and inspiring work ethic. As many faculty, staff, and students at Rocky could attest, Melanie successfully works beyond the confines of her specific role at our school- that is to say, she is capable of a vast number of responsibilities that she maintains to an enviable degree. Within the walls and out of Rocky Mountain High School, I have also had the pleasure of working with Melanie in the Poudre Education Association. It is here that one can witness Melanie's ambition to seek creative solutions to improve elements of our school district, all the while having the vision to recognize the aspects that are currently successful and meaningful for the community. Melanie champions education and works tirelessly, cementing her legacy as a leader in the Fort Collins community. I support Dr. Melanie Potyondy for Fort Collins City Council without reservation. I would be happy to answer any follow up questions or provide further commentary- please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you, Joshua Ring From:FCGov Contact Form To:Delynn Coldiron Subject:Applicant Feedback Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 6:17:33 PM Name Kaitlin Patterson Email kaitielousimp@gmail.com Phone 9709880873 Address 7020 Woodrow drive Fort Collins , CO 80525 Please provide comments on any of the applicants. Your feedback will be shared with City Council. I work with Dr. Melanie Potyondy. She is an upstanding employee, extremely professional, mommy dedicated to students and staff and is constantly working with the community to educate them about needs within the community. I could not come up with a better application. From:Max Ayars To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] City Council Applicant Date:Wednesday, January 6, 2021 1:57:34 PM Dear Council Members, I am writing to you regarding the candidate to represent Fort Collins City Council in District 4. I strongly believe Melanie Potyondy to be the best imaginable person to fill this position. Melanie is dedicated to our community and local government but also as a public educator and mental health professional she is more than qualified for the position and these life experiences equate well to the challenges and aspirations of the people of our city. She is passionate about the community and creating a city that keeps families working, playing, learning and living in Fort Collins. I strongly feel that Melanie Potyondy would work very hard for the residents of District 4 and the entire city. Thank you. Sincerely, Maxwell Ayars From:Mogorit, Patty - RMH To:City Leaders Subject:[EXTERNAL] Melanie Potyondy-District 4 Date:Tuesday, January 5, 2021 4:38:01 PM Hello and thank you to our City Council for all that you do on our behalf in Fort Collins! My name is Patty Mogorit. I live in District 4 and work as a school counselor at Rocky Mountain High School and feel so fortunate to know and work with Melanie at Rocky. Melanie would be a remarkable asset to District 4 for many reasons: Melanie is a wonderful professional, extremely active, a great listener and communicator. She lifts up and supports our most vulnerable Rocky students each day and somehow squeezes in time to continually lift up and support Rocky staff every chance she gets! I have had an extremely difficult student on my caseload and without her expertise and time to help him and to guide me, I would have found myself completely overwhelmed with his extreme mental health issues. Melanie has keen insight and great knowledge in both mental health and equity and diversity concerns. She works to help people here in Fort Collins in numerous ways including her work in education, in the mental health arena, volunteering and bettering our schools and community at every turn. Melanie is approachable, compassionate, extremely personable and District 4 and my Poudre District colleagues look forward to her future representation! Thank you for your time, Patty Mogorit Counselor, Rocky Mountain High School Sent from Mail for Windows 10 -1- RESOLUTION 2021-007 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO FILL A VACANCY FOR COUNCILMEMBER FOR DISTRICT 4 ON THE FORT COLLINS COUNCIL WHEREAS, a vacancy for Council District 4 was created by the resignation of Mayor Pro Tem Kristin Stephens effective at the end of December 31, 2020; and WHEREAS, the City Charter provides that the City Council shall fill such vacancy by appointment within forty-five days, and that the appointed Councilmember shall serve until the next regular election, when District 4 voters will elect a Council representative for the remainder of the partial four-year term; and WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully considered a number of applications received from qualified District 4 residents to fill such vacancy and has interviewed such applicants; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to make an appointment to fill said vacancy on the Fort Collins City Council to serve until the District 4 voters elect a representative at the April 6, 2021, regular municipal election, and the elected individual has taken office. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS that _________________________ is hereby appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mayor Pro Tem Kristin Stephens and to serve as District 4 Councilmember on the Fort Collins City Council until an elected representative for District 4 has taken office to complete the remainder of the current four-year term following the April 6, 2021, regular municipal election. Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 12th day of January, A.D. 2021. __________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ City Clerk