Chris T. Parr is a candidate for the Mead Board of Trustees, combining a professional and community-focused background with significant experience and passion for local governance. At 44 years of age, Chris has been a resident of Mead for the past 19 years and brings a wealth of experience from his varied professional roles and active participation in community boards. Born to Martin and Rose Parr, with his brother Jeremy Parr, Chris has embedded himself deeply into the Mead community. Over the past 23...
years, he has honed his skills as a stage manager and technical director, expanding his expertise into digital marketing for nearly a decade. This diverse professional experience is complemented by his educational attainment—a Bachelor's degree in digital marketing—which offers him a unique perspective on modern challenges and opportunities. Chris stands on a foundation of two years’ experience on the Mead Board of Trustees, alongside active roles in youth theatre boards and production teams, community event planning committees, and the...
Boy Scouts of America, where he earned his status as an Eagle Scout. His two-decade collaboration with the St. Vrain Valley School District highlights his commitment to educational community service. Concerning Mead's Ballot Issue 2Q, Chris advocates for its passage, emphasizing the need for increased funding to support public safety. He articulates that as Mead continues to grow, its police department needs to expand correspondingly. The current police station is insufficient for future demands, necessitating new facilities to attract...
and retain officers. By proposing this sales tax, which will be widely distributed among residents, Chris aims to ensure the town’s financial capabilities to enhance local security without burdening other budget areas. Regarding Ballot Issue 2R, which pertains to authorizing limited medical and retail marijuana businesses, Chris takes a democratic stance. He wants the electorate to have their say, thus enabling the town and trustees to effectively regulate prospective businesses and prevent unrestricted development. This approach demonstrates...
Chris's commitment to ensuring community desires shape local policy. Chris identifies local control as a pivotal concern in this election cycle. As Mead grows, he stresses the importance of retaining authority over local development and governmental decisions, not being overshadowed by regulations that suit larger urban centers like Denver or Boulder but may not fit Mead’s unique needs. By prioritizing local empowerment, Chris aims to ensure residents have a significant voice in shaping the town’s future.
