Thank you for visiting, weve created this resource to keep you informed about oil & gas activities in Erie, Colorado, and how residents are organizing to protect our town from their adverse effects. Weve got a full entertainment schedule on our main stage. The candidates who received the most votes are represented in bold below. Transit is something I often hear about from residents as being a gap in Erie that needs to be addressed and would add to quality of life. Age: 46. About Erie. As well, the location would provide an excellent transportation gateway, acting as the mass-transit hub for our community. With his contributions to our town, it is without a doubt a much better community to call home than before he entered into public service. The Town of Erie has an unexpected vacancy on the Board of Trustees. How long have you lived in Erie? Living at Kimberly Court can seem like living in the most convenient location in Boulder. Why do you desire to serve as Trustee, and how would your personal strengths benefit the Town of Erie? Neighbors are fed up with the smell, and constant noises coming from the site at all hours of the day. With two key staples of Old Town going out of business in the past year, it is clear to me there is room to improve. For residents, this could mean cleaner air and a hopeful reprieve from the noisy drilling operations. Mar. We need to take a hard look at our policies, identify road blocks, and streamline processes. COGCC It needs to be done with an eye on character consistent with what residents want to see Erie become with Old Town, Town Center, and Gateway all playing a vital part. ERIE, Colo. --The fracking debate over how close is too close to homes is playing out in Erie's Vista Ridge subdivision. If youre ready to contribute and take a more active role: The Erie Protectors are proud to stand with Colorado State SenatorMatt Jones,Colorado House District 12 Representative Mike Foote, Erie Trustee candidate Christiaan van Woudenberg, and many others to officially endorse the efforts of Colorado Risingon a 2018 statewide ballot initiative petition toprotect public health and safety from fracking by establishing 2,500 ft. buffer zonesbetween oil and gas operations and occupied buildings such as homes and schools and other vulnerable areas such as water sources and playgrounds.. I am running to be a trustee because I believe we are at an important point in our town. We need to reduce the red tape and adversarial relationship the town has with developers and business. I feel my 4 years of service bring a depth of experience and knowledge that will serve the Board, Town staff, the local business community, the residents of Erie, and all those who interact with them well. If you suspect a gas leak in your home, get safely outside and call 911. We also want to show kids, adults and everybody else that Erie is an amazing place to be, we are welcoming and we invite you to come join us and have some fun. We were just living our life. Nearly all of them were relieved to hear that parking was included in the Coal Creek Park improvements. Website: c4erie.com. Then, the Town must address these exact reasons which are hindering businesses and commercial development from being able to do business within the Town. It's our past and represents our unique identity. Partnering with the Chamber, the Downtown Business Association and residents to keep it accessible without frustrating Old Town residents when it comes to parking and crowds plays a key role. Name: Christiaan van Woudenberg. The election results will be considered official after undergoing a certification process that will be completed no later than April 15. Political/community experience: Current Board of Trustee member. How do you plan to take on the housing crisis, and how can Erie make sure that there are affordable housing options available for people who may need them? Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. ERIE A newly elected Erie Town Board member is drawing the ire of the town's residents and others for what they say is blatant bias against the oil and gas industry, and in direct conflict with his role on the Erie Town Board. Our leaders are not being considerate to those living on fixed incomes or those that have lived in the town for decades prior to the skyrocketing costs. End the practice of residential drilling. Initially Van Woudenberg took action against the oil and gas industry by protesting. We must get out of our own way and look to our neighboring towns to understand the keys to their success so we can implement them in Erie. I have been a Trustee for the Town of Erie since 2018; public service has been an incredibly rewarding, yet challenging endeavor. 2.) Since I am the only official seeking re-election, the remainder of the Board will only have two years of municipal experience at best. Another option for Fire TV is to have the app, Colorado movie theater chain permanently closes, Delays expected; Next with Kyle Clark full show (3/1/23), Warm weekend ahead of colder weather for most of next week, NOAA forecast misses as Denver records 14th-coldest winter in history, 9NEWS wants your messages of support for your friends and family in the LGBTQ+ community, National Gay Flag Football League honored with opportunity to make NFL Draft selection. Trustees Scott Charles and Christiaan van Woudenberg cast the two "no" votes. It is vital for the town to have its own unique identity and not merely be treated as an extension of Boulder. Family: Daughters, Anika and Isobel. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Your email address will not be published. Another option for Fire TV is to have the appdelivered directly to your Fire TVthrough Amazon. Finally, I look toward the Downtown Urban Renewal authority planning area to take some of the revenues that are coming from the building thats happening in Erie Commons to build quality restaurants and entertainment options and to build out Briggs and ultimately Kattell with some appropriate locally owned establishments that maintain that local feel to Erie. Budget. Ive heard from some that they have had no issues and have a wonderful working relationship with Town Hall. Conservation Efforts Amid Increasing Recreation, Citizens Mobilize for Conservation in the West, Great Sand Dunes National Park Fights for Life of Fish, What the hell are you going to do? Challenges on a Front Range Prairie Stronghold. Erie is growing very quickly. (Editors note: This interview has been edited for context and clarity.). for top stories from 9NEWS curated daily just for you. "My job now is to rise to the occasion in my current capacity and do what I can to help the community," he said. Such a project would attract high quality, mid-sized employers who bring high paying jobs to the town, increased revenue and help keep more of our residents in Erie as opposed to commuting out. http://cogcc.state.co.us/cogis/NameList.asp?COID=6136, Crestone Peak Resources Christiaan van Woudenberg's Response It's the heart of Erie; we need to acknowledge the history, character, and tenacity of Old Town in all future development efforts. I have a fair number of friends and acquaintances that identify as LGBTQ+. For example, we intend to incorporate Briggs and the rest of Old Town in a local bus circulator to tie together the Erie Community Center, Town Center, and Old Town. To make this a reality, the Town will need to play a prominent role in the development of this area. Harper is not alone is her fight against fracking. COGCC Director: julie.murphy@state.co.us Keeping a complaint log is important. . The Erie Economic Development Council and the Erie business community thank voters in advance for their interest in these important issues. I believe in a just transition from fossil fuels to carbon-free renewables; Ill vigorously support programs that ensure the workers that have given so much to heat our homes, fuel our cars, and ensure our energy independence can transfer their skills to other industries. Contact Lori Saine, Weld County District 3 County Commissioner at lsaine@weld.gov or (970)400-4205. Old Town is the cornerstone of Erie. Christiaan van Woudenberg, Editor-in-Chief, Erie Protectors. He received just six fewer votes than Trustee Andrew Sawusch. I envision that it continues to be the hub for Erie as a community. So at 4:00 p.m., Shirley Delta Blow will be taking the stage to do some reading for the children. Ive heard from others that there are duplicative and excessive permits and costs. 9 Mile, for example, did not produce favorable results we expected even though we won the lawsuit. Van Woudenberg's house is less than a thousand feet from the Pratt fracking site, and he can see another drill site to the west. On Sunday, June 5, the group will host its first Pride event on Briggs Street. "The noise is what keeps us up at night," said van Woudenberg. Weve sought alternatives to the drilling fluids we used and installed equipment to reduce both noise and odors from our locations. The Moving can be an exciting experience. There are numerous areas we can improve, and the first is getting out of our own way. "I was really hopeful after the Firestone tragedy that they would do a little but more on the state level and federal level, quite frankly," said Hulse. Please volunteer for the campaign and/or make a donation. We can do bigger projects there that would bring in lots of revenue but not interfere with our neighborhoods or town environment. Architect, lead web developer for all web application product lines. Political/community experience: Trustee, town of Erie. "We paid extra for the view, and now it's been marred," said resident Christiaan van Woudenberg. Given 93% of Colorado residents already live in a home rule municipality, were long overdue to undertake this task. Then, the strategies to quell these issues could be discussed during these meetings allowing those who are experiencing these issues firsthand to say the way that they believe these items can be resolved instead of leaving it up to the Town to figure out on their own. These sentiments are true for all of the neighborhoods Ive been visiting these last few weeks. Parenti is a Colorado native, retired US Air Force officer and a single mom who resides in Erie. It will be important that the town invest in keeping a good, working relationship with business owners, who are the authority on how things are going in Erie, to understand what we can do to better support them. Careers. Also see her Facebook page. Para obtener ms informacin sobre cmo utilizamos tus datos, consulta nuestra Poltica de privacidad y la Poltica de cookies. Despite moving away from her home and feeling increasingly frustrated with her experience, Harper said she is feeling more optimistic for Colorados future with prop 12 on the ballot. Past residents include Christiaan Van Van Woudenberg, Ayla Odins, Ayla Odins, Ayla Odins and Sarah Odinslucas. I think both are the focal point of what Erie should look and feel like as we build out Town Center and Erie Gateway (I-25). Puedes cambiar tus opciones en cualquier momento desde tus controles de privacidad. This survey contains questions gathered from EEDC board members on behalf of our investors and the larger Erie business community. As a resident, Planning Commissioner, and a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Steering Committee member in the Town, I have seen firsthand that the proper planning needed for Eries future has been overlooked for years. What factors do you think the town should consider as it continues to grow? http://cogcc.state.co.us/cogis/NameList.asp?COID=7854. Though this lesson has been particularly painful, life has a way of telling us where were wanted, needed and appreciated. I believe this is a clear indication of the will of our community for who they want to serve on the board, Brooks said in a statement. Four persons linked to this address. I've also managed diverse, cross functional teams of highly skilled engineers at all points in their careers and know how to drive the best performance and be a supportive and empowering leader. 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