Town of Blue River Special Election December 17, 2024
SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
The Town of Blue River will be conducting a special mail ballot election on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Ballots will be mailed to all registered voters by November 29th.
TRUSTEE
(Vote for not more than ONE)
Ben Stuckey
Kristofer Carlsted
Ben Stuckey
How long have you lived in Blue River? 27 years
Previous Participation in Town Boards or Committees: I currently sit on the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Why are you interested in serving on the Blue River Town Board of Trustees?
My wife and I made our home in Blue River 27 years ago. We have raised our two boys in Blue River and have enjoyed fishing, hiking, biking & dirt biking here. I think community involvement is important. Local government has an impact on our daily lives and I will bring a long-time local perspective. I have always loved living in Blue River-it's a great community.
What do you feel are the biggest challenges facing the Town?
I think our roads, short-term rentals and ADUs are some of the issues at the forefront for the Town. Open space, quality of life, public safety including police and the threat of wildfire should always be part of any discussions concerning the Town.
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself?
I'm a 4th generation Coloradan. I've lived and worked most of my life in the mountains of Colorado. I've coached hockey for Summit Youth Hockey since 2002. In order, I love my family, my community, my state and my country. I've served on Planning & Zoning since 2022.
Kristofer Carlsted
Why are you interested in serving on the Blue River Town Board of Trustees?
I'm running for the Board of Trustees because I value and appreciate the unique character of Blue River. I want to preserve the original vision of the town: a small mountain community with tastefully constructed homes, access to outdoor recreation and public lands, preservation of view corridors and proximity to Breckenridge Ski Area. As part of this vision, I want to ensure the land use codes are followed with proper oversight and enforcement. I also believe in fiscal responsibility and careful budgeting to ensure every dollar goes towards the best interest of the citizens.
What do you feel are the biggest challenges facing the town?
I think the most important issue facing Blue River right now is the management of growth and building. Specifically, ensuring that new construction meets the land use codes, is compliant with zoning restrictions, and maintains the character of the town. As we approach build out, we are going to see an increase of older builds getting expanded or torn down to construct new and larger homes. It is crucial that we are diligent in managing these changes. We also need to ensure we're maintaining our roads all year round and improving our infrastructure to benefit the citizens of Blue River.
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about yourself?
I have lived in the Upper Blue valley for almost 25 years. My experience includes work in retail, service and construction. I'm active in our community and have owned and managed multiple businesses and served on nonprofit boards. I've seen the growth and immense changes around the county and want to help guide Blue River into a successful future.
The Town of Blue River endeavors to nurture our serene mountain community by conserving our natural residential environment, promoting unity with our neighbors and surroundings, channeling the voice of our residents, and enhancing the quality of life for all.
Town of Blue River
PO Box 1784, Breckenridge, CO 80424
0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO 80424
(970) 547-0545
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Information available on the interactive map:
- Lots/Subdivisions
- Short-term Rental Properties*
- Properties that have participated in defensible space programs.
- National Wetlands Information
Please note, information is updated on a as needed basis and may not reflect real-time changes. For a complete, real-time list of short-term rental properties, please visit our online Citizen Portal and click on REPORTS at the top of the page.
