Two experienced, qualified and committed candidates running for election to the Highlands Ranch Metro District Board of Directors

ERIC RYSNER

Proven Leadership: Eric Rysner, your current HRMD Board Director, has delivered on his promise to build the Senior Center and the new Pickleball complex – opening late 2025.
Fiscal Responsibility: As a fiscal conservative, Eric works tirelessly with the Board and Staff to keep your Mill Levy low, ensuring your tax dollars are spent wisely.
Community-Focused: Eric listens to and respects the concerns of local residents, ensuring their voices are heard in key decisions like the Toepfer Park redevelopment.
Dedicated to Service: A small business owner in Highlands Ranch since 2002, Eric has been actively serving and contributing to the community for over two decades.
Commitment to Progress: Eric continues to focus on improving local amenities and services while maintaining fiscal responsibility for all Highlands Ranch residents.

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LORA THOMAS

Experienced Leader as a DougCo County Coroner and Commissioner from Highlands Ranch
26 year resident of Highlands Ranch
Tax-cutting, budget-trimming fiscal hawk. Reduced Your Property Taxes 7 times; opponent of unnecessary government growth
26-year veteran of the Colorado State Patrol; Lora knows/understands the importance of Public Safety
Lora has always maintained support for the independence/autonomy of Highlands Ranch and its residents
Extensive history of strong collaboration with HRMD Board of Directors; Lora knows and understands the unique issues and challenges of Highlands Ranch
Instrumental in creating a new Judicial District and a new Health Department for DougCo
Understands the importance of being accessible and responsive to those she serves
President of A Night with the Coroner, a non-profit that has raised thousands for teen suicide prevention

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Other Local Elections

On May 6, 2025 there are other elections in which eligible electors in Highlands Ranch can participate.