Bridge Builder
STEVE O'DORISIO IS THE BI-PARTISAN LEADER WE NEED.
"We need to build bridges with the people we work with today for the benefit of generations tomorrow."
Steve O'Dorisio
“There followeth after me today
A youth whose feet must pass this way.
...
He, too, must cross in the twilight dim;
Good friend, I am building this bridge for him!”
exerpt from William Allan Dromgoole's
The Bridge-Builder
Experience & Accomplishments
Steve O'Dorisio is the BEST candidate for Adams County Commissioner (District 4) because he solves problems collaboratively by working with people across the political spectrum from all areas of the metro area and every corner of the state.
Steve is a non-partisan, collaborative leader in public safety
Steve has a reputation as a leader who can work with people from all areas of the community, from all political persuasions, and from all perspectives in the criminal justice system.
Steve is the ONLY candidate for District 4 endorsed by all the following organizations representing police officers & firefighters:
Adams County & Federal Heights (FOP Lodge 1)
Brighton (FOP Lodge 48)
Commerce City (FOP Lodge 19)
Northglenn (FOP Lodge 23)
Thornton (FOP Lodge 16)
Westminster (FOP Lodge 25)
Adams County Professional Firefighters (IAFF 2403)
South Adams Firefighters (IAFF 5124)
Aurora Fire Fighters (IAFF 1290)
Colorado Professional Fire Fighters (statewide)
In addition, Steve was appointed by the governor to represent local governments on the Colorado Commissioner on Criminal and Juvenile Justice (CCJJ) and serves on the Adams County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC).
Steve has support from the business community
Steve is a champion for local businesses, which is why he was honored to be recognized as the 2021 Aurora Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year.
Steve pulled business leaders together to clean up "Shingle Mountain"
Steve pulled together community-minded business leaders Mike Fiore (Fiore & Sons) and Steve Derus (Republic Services) to resolve a potentially-catastrophic environmental danger (and community eyesore) informally known as "Shingle Mountain." Convening these partners helped ensure that this costly clean-up did not fall on the backs of taxpayers AND it created additional economic benefits for the community! Read more here... https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/shingle-mountain-adams-county/
Steve helps lead bi-partisan efforts to fight overdose, opioids, fentanyl crises
Steve is leading the effort in Adams County to fight the opioid epidemic, prescription drug and overdoses and addiction. Specifically, Steve (1) established the Tri-County Overdoes Prevention Partnership, (2) created a statewide, bi-partisan framework for distributing opioid settlement dollars, (3) formed the Adams County regional effort to address the opioid crisis.
Read more: Steve Begins Adams County Effort, Steve Speaks at First Colorado Opioid Abatement Conference, Steve Raises Awareness with Regional Leaders
Steve works with Republicans and Democrats across the state to solve Colorado problems
Steve is known as a collaborative, cooperative leader who works well with folks around the state and region to solve difficult problems.
For example, Steve serves as a regional leader in the following capacities:
In addition, Steve has served in the past:
President and Representative of CCI Front Range District
Vice Chair of the Transportation & Telecommunications Steering Committee for CCI
Adams County voters have overwhelmingtly support ballot initiatives led by Steve
Steve lead a few ballot initiatives that the voters have supported overwhelmingly:
Served as Co-Chair of the 1A for DIA ballot referendum (2015), receiving over 83% voter approval.
Served as Co-Chair of the 1A open space sales tax renewal (2020), receiving over 82% voter approval.
Served as Co-Chair of the 1B facility/roads sales tax renewal (2020), receiving over 74% voter approval.
NOTE: Each of these efforts was support by Democrats, Republicans, AND Unaffiliated voters!
Videos
Known Bridge-Builder
Steve has built a reputation over the years as someone who can work with all people, as described by U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper.
Steve Leads on Public Safety
Steve is a bi-partisan leader on public safety.
Former Mayor Sean Ford (R)
Former Commerce City Mayor Sean (Republican) explains why he supports Steve O'Dorisio.
Former Mayor Bob LeGare (U)
Former Aurora Mayor Bob LeGare (Unaffiliated, former Republican) supports Steve.
Cooperative Leadership
Public servant and private developer James Hayes talks about Steve's consistent collaborative leadership over the years.
Even Conservatives Can Support Steve
Steve (a Democrat) is supported by many Republicans who have worked with him in the trenches, such as Bennett Town Trustee Larry Vittum (Republican).
Rural Bennett Mayor Royce Pindell (U)
Mayor of Bennett Royce Pindell supports Steve because Steve is good for rural Adams County.
Collaboration
Steve works with folks in all areas and from all political parties.
Endorsements
Police Officers Support Steve
Steve is the ONLY candidate for District 4 endorsed by all the following organizations representing police officers:
Adams County & Federal Heights (FOP Lodge 1)
Brighton (FOP Lodge 48)
Commerce City (FOP Lodge 19)
Northglenn (FOP Lodge 23)
Thornton (FOP Lodge 16)
Westminster (FOP Lodge 25)
Firefighters Support Steve
Steve is the ONLY candidate for District 4 endorsed by all the following organizations representing firefighters:
Adams County Professional Firefighters (IAFF 2403)
South Adams Firefighters (IAFF 5124)
Aurora Fire Fighters (IAFF 1290)
Colorado Professional Fire Fighters (statewide)
Organized Labor AND Businesses Support Steve!
In addition to bridging other traditional divides, Steve has support from both businesses AND organized labor! For example, Steve was recognized as the Aurora Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year in 2021 AND received the prestigious award for Friend of Labor in 2017!
Learn more about Steve...
Learn more about Steve O'Dorisio, candidate for re-election!