Judy Dunn, board member of Florissant Fire Rescue announced to the community that she was resigning her position with the board. Dunn was not up for reelection and her term would have been complete following the election. Dunn’s resignation follows the recent resignation of Dave Groat, who had two more years on his term.

Dunn had also been appointed by the DEO as canvas judge for the election. Groat was initially made canvas judge, but his resignation left Dunn as the only eligible board member. Due to Special District Association guidelines, only a sitting board member who is not running for reelection or related to anyone running is eligible. SDA approved of her even though she is married to candidate Jeff Dunn.

Paul del Toro, present president of the board, was next in line for the position. Del Toro is also up for reelection along with incumbent board members LeAnne Spicer and Jim McGovern. SDA has been consulted regarding proper procedure.

With Dunn’s resignation, the board of directors announced they are accepting applications for self-nominations to the board seat from eligible electors in the district. The board is doing their due diligence by requesting applications.

To qualify as a director, you must be a registered voter in Colorado and either a resident of the district or the owner (or the spouse or civil union partner of the owner) of taxable real or personal property situated in the district.

Applications will be accepted through May 13, 2025 at 5 p.m. and can be submitted to board@florissantfire.com. Due to the fact that the deadline for applications is after the election, the appointment more than likely will be after the new board is seated.

The election will be May 6 at Florissant Public Library. As per the ballot placement, running for four-year terms are incumbent LeAnne Spicer joined by Debbie Blanc, Joe Benefiel, and Justin Snare. Those vying for two-year terms are incumbents Paul del Toro and James McGovern who are joined by Don Moore.