Johnstown
Colorado Values You Believe In
You deserve a representative that knows what's right for Colorado. As a third generation native, I will support your ideas and fight for the needs of our community. Projects supported by the Town Council should be those that are also supported by the community and not those of special interest groups.
Join me this Sunday
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Free coffee and conversation with the first woman of color to run for the Johnstown town city council. I hope to bring a new and unique perspective.
what's important for johnstown
Some of the biggest issues I see facing Johnstown include taxation, managing growth, town communication and community safety.
As our town grows it is essential to keep that growth responsible and sustainable. This includes keeping taxation at a rate that does not drive out Johnstown residents and business and making sure that there are enough resources, such as a reliable water supply, to support expansion. I believe that projects supported by the Town Council should be those that are also supported by the community and not those of special interest groups. Since the expansion of our town, it feels as if Johnstown is two separate cities: Old Johnstown and the Northern portion along I-25 and Hwy 34. One of my goals would be to increase communication between all Johnstown residents so that Johnstown represents what is in the best interest for everyone living here. As a law enforcement family, community safety is one of my top priorities. I want to make sure we foster a great relationship between the Police and the community so each is able to communicate and fulfill their respective needs. Community partnerships between all community members and town departments are essential in keeping Johnstown safe and prosperous.
Feel free to reach out and share what issues are important to you.
About Vanessa
Vanessa is a third generation Colorado Native who grew up in Weld County and is the granddaughter of migrant farm workers. She is inspired by her grandmother's tireless efforts as a social worker and an activist for improving the lives of all who resided in Weld County including improving the working conditions of migrant workers and making education accessible to all. She is committed to continuing her grandmother's legacy of making education and opportunities within reach of everyone. Vanessa has an incredibly bright and curious son, Kye, and is engaged to a veteran Police Detective, Nick. She loves animals and is rarely without her rescued Australian Kelpie mix, Harmony. Vanessa is a staunch believer in individual rights and freedoms and a limited government that exists to protect those rights and freedoms. Vanessa is a strong supporter of the rule of law, The Constitution and its equitable application to everyone. Vanessa is extremely Patriotic and fiercely believes in people having the right to make their own choices in their personal lives without government overreach. In her free time, Vanessa enjoys painting, photography, going to the mountains- especially Estes Park and participating in shooting sports. She loves organic cooking and gardening. On the weekends, Vanessa and her family can frequently be found sampling and reviewing gluten free restaurant offerings all over the State.
Some of Vanessa's accomplishments
- One of only ten people in the United States chosen by the National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) as a lead researcher for a neuropsychology lab at Colorado State University
- President of Women Back in School Colorado State University
- Founder of Student / Parent Group at Colorado State University
- Graduate panel at Aims Community College
- Participated at the Native American Cultural Center and El Centro at Colorado State University
- Served as a research assistant at Colorado State University
- Lead Volunteer at the Guadalupe homeless shelter in Greeley for over a decade
- Served on the District Accountability Committee for Greeley Evans School District 6
- Diversity Chair and founder of diversity committee at a corporate insurance company
- Ambassador Hearts and Horses
- Energy Healer for 2 decades and is a certified Reiki Master
- Phi Theta Kapa Honors Society
- Caucus Captain
- Involved in politics for over a decade
- Pinnacle Honors Society
- National Honors Society
- Graduated with honors from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies
- Currently one course away from graduating with honors from Colorado State University with a Masters in MEd Education and Human Resource Studies / Organizational Learning, Performance & Change
- Spent the last 5 years as tenured online teacher and trainer for an international online teaching platform
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