Election 2025
KNOW YOUR DISTRICT
Your Common Sense Candidates
Dusty Mars
District 1
- Energy Expert: Colorado School of Mines graduate with a career in nuclear, petroleum, and power supply engineering.
- Real World Leadership: Managed reactor refueling, energy optimization, and engineering teams.
- Community Focused: Former math/science teacher and 19-year youth wrestling coach and tournament organizer.
Brad Blake
District 2
- Experienced Public Servant: Former La Plata County Commissioner and Vice Chair of the Government Affairs Committee for Colorado Counties, Inc.
- Community Roots: Lifelong Durango resident, husband of 41 years, proud father and grandfather.
- Business Leader: Built and operated three successful local companies—two in plumbing/mechanical and one in solar.
Dave Peters
District 3
- Proven Leadership: School of Mines graduate with 35 years experience in the energy sector.
- Strong Track Record: background in finance, contract negotiations, business planning, and engineering oversight.
- Solar Owner: Firsthand experience navigating LPEA’s arduous permitting process and is ready to implement the necessary improvements.
Lyle McKnight
District 4
- Lifelong Local: Raised on a farm in the Animas Valley and attended local schools.
- Successful Entrepreneur: Built the Fun Center into the region’s leading powersports dealership. Skilled in budgeting, executive decision making, and efficient operations.
- Community Focused: Committed to representing the values and priorities of local families and businesses
Ballots arrive April 21, 2025—return yours ASAP!