| Hello Colorado, I am a Real Treasurer for State Treasurer. I currently serve as Jefferson County Treasurer and Public Trustee, and I’m running to be Colorado’s next State Treasurer in 2026. I grew up in Denver’s Highlands neighborhood in a working middle-class family. My father immigrated from Italy, and as a first-generation American, I understand firsthand the importance of education, opportunity, fairness, and community. Those values guide me every day in my elected public service and as a former special education teacher in JeffCo. As Jefferson County Treasurer, elected in 2019 and re-elected in 2022, I represent approximately 550,000 taxpayers and manage the collection and distribution of over $1.2 billion in property tax revenue annually. Of these collections, 27% remains with Jefferson County government, while 73% is distributed to special districts, including the Jefferson County School District. By the end of 2025, my stewardship will have generated approximately $100 million in additional interest revenue for Jefferson County taxpayers—resources available to the County Commissioners for vital services and programs. Supporting taxpayers means supporting the people who make our communities strong—workers, seniors, and families. John F. Kennedy reminded us that service to country is about serving one another. I am proud of my service as both a teacher and elected official, and I strive to be transparent and accessible. My goal has always been simple: to leave things better than I found them. While I disagreed with much of Washington’s H.R. 1 (Big Beautiful Bill), I supported its provision to end federal income tax on overtime and tips. Unfortunately, some in the Colorado legislature — including two of my opponents — voted to continue taxing these earnings at the state level. This policy disproportionately harms first responders, service workers, and families who rely on overtime pay and tips. Colorado should align with H.R. 1 and stop taxing overtime and tips. As State Treasurer, I will advocate for fair taxation that supports, workers (teachers), seniors, and families across our state. Tax fairness is labor fairness, and I will fight to ensure Colorado taxpayers are treated with respect. Colorado deserves my proactive approach in the State Treasurer’s Office — one grounded in expertise, accountability, and vision. Managing billions in taxpayer funds demands a leader with the right financial background and proven experience. After all, you wouldn’t hire an electrician to fix a plumbing problem. Why settle for anything less when it comes to safeguarding Colorado’s fiscal future? ** Click Here to Watch Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/SZcUmDhgbCE?feature=share ** Click Here for All Videos: https://jerryforcolorado.com/videos/  |
