Aligned with the community

Ken is dedicated to serving the residents of Elbert County. He is running as a Republican candidate for Elbert County Commissioner - District 2. Ken has shown through his many volunteer roles in our community, that he truly cares about Elbert County and wants it to continue being a special place to live. He will listen to the residents of Elbert County and will always act in the best interests of our community.

Ken Madsen for Elbert County Commissioner - With the People

Get to Know Ken

Family

Ken and his family are residents of Elizabeth Colorado. Ken enjoys all of the volunteer work he does for the community. He also loves spending time with his wife, Katie and daughter, Hailey. He enjoys working in the yard, beekeeping, and playing with their dogs.

Professional Experience

Ken has over 40 years of experience in the financial services business. He has held many senior roles including as Branch Manager, Risk Management Officer, Compliance/Regulatory Officer and Operations Manager. He also was a small business owner where he was an outside consultant to financial services firms and was an expert witness for securities litigation.

Community Volunteer Work

Ken is very active as a volunteer in our community. These volunteer responsibilities include:

Board Member and Treasurer for a Classical Charter School in Elizabeth

Elbert County Planning Commissioner

Steering Committee member for the Elbert County Comprehensive Plan

Member of the Financial Advisory Counsel for the Elizabeth School District

Policy Positions

Controlled and Limited Growth and Development

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Controlled and Limited Growth and Development

Our community is very special and it is important that we preserve our rural way of life. Growth needs to be controlled, well-planned and needs to have measurable benefits to our community. Growth has long-term impacts on our water, schools, police departments, fire departments, and infrastructure. It is important that the rules and regulations at the county align with what we want as a community.

Long-Term Plan for Water Preservation

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Controlled and Limited Growth and Development

Elbert County is one of the few counties in Colorado that does not have a reservoir or a comprehensive long-term plan for water conservation that is being followed. Water is a critical resource and we need have a comprehensive plan that is implemented over time.

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

We are lucky that we live in a safe community due to the heroic efforts of our sheriffs office, local police, and fire departments. These critical services need to be supported so that our community can be adequately protected.

Policy Positions Continued

Responsible Financial Management

Elbert County Government has limited financial resources. It is important that county funds are used in areas that make the most sense for our community. Since Ken has a long history in finance, he will be able to work with the other commissioners to validate that county funds are being spent in the right areas and in appropriate amounts. I would like to establish financial incentives for county employees that discover and implement cost-savings while not affecting the level of services to the community.

Roads and Infrastructure

Responsible Financial Management

A majority of roads in Elbert County are dirt roads. These roads require a lot of maintenance to keep them drivable. Paving roads is extremely expensive. It is important that the county has a solid plan with regards to our roads and bridges so that they can safely support the amount of traffic today and for the future.

Strategic Economic Development

Responsible Financial Management

Strategic Economic Development

Ken believes that our locally owned businesses are a special part of our community. He will actively solicit certain types of businesses to open in Elbert County. Many of our residents have to leave the county to get basic services. Not only will these businesses provide a benefit to our community, they will also generate revenue that can be used to help finance improvements.

Policy Positions Continued

Solar, Wind Farms, and Battery Storage Facilities

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

Solar, Wind Farms, and Battery Storage Facilities

With the growth of AI that will use large amounts of electricity to run data centers and the State of Colorado pushing to reduce the use of natural gas which will force people to convert to electric appliances, there will be a lot of pressure to convert farmland into wind and solar farms. This is a big concern of mine. If elected, I will have a top down review of our regulations with respect to solar farms, wind farms and battery storage facilities to make sure we have the protections in place for our agricultural community.

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

Solar, Wind Farms, and Battery Storage Facilities

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

County Government is in place to serve its residents. It is important that county employees focus on customer service excellence in every interaction with our residents. This includes prompt responses to questions, efficient processes, and friendly interactions. If elected, I will enact policies that will focus on improved interactions with our community and rewarding excellent customer service.

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Aligned with the community

Get to Know Ken

Family

Professional Experience

Community Volunteer Work

Policy Positions

Controlled and Limited Growth and Development

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Controlled and Limited Growth and Development

Long-Term Plan for Water Preservation

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Controlled and Limited Growth and Development

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Support for Sheriff's Department, Police and Fire

Policy Positions Continued

Responsible Financial Management

Responsible Financial Management

Responsible Financial Management

Roads and Infrastructure

Responsible Financial Management

Responsible Financial Management

Strategic Economic Development

Responsible Financial Management

Strategic Economic Development

Policy Positions Continued

Solar, Wind Farms, and Battery Storage Facilities

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

Solar, Wind Farms, and Battery Storage Facilities

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

Solar, Wind Farms, and Battery Storage Facilities

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

Foster an Environment of Excellent Customer Service

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