My name: Jon Erickson

Age: 41

My family: Wife- Beth, Daughters Sage- 17 and Brooke- 8, Sons Adam- 14 and Nathan-11

What I do: Program Manager for large scale construction projects at Buckley Air Force Base. Currently working $100 Million in projects.

My favorite place in town to hang out: Cycling with the family to O'Brien Park and getting candy at Mountain Man Fruit& Nut Co.

What I like most about living here: Good families, good schools, good library, good weather, close to places to hike and bike.

My interests and hobbies: Flying, running, cycling.

What is my favorite thing to cook: Japanese food.

People who inspired me (and how): Parents- by teaching me hard work and faith. Wife- by giving me a proper perspective when needed. Children- by teaching me patience and hope.

How I have contributed to the community: I was an Eagle Scout as a youth and since that time have contributed approximately 15 years of service in the Boy Scouts of America. Assignments have spanned Cub scout leader to Chartered Organizational Representative overseeing Cub scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity and Adventure Scouts.

Sixyears of service in various leadership capacities for the Parker area Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, leading youth programs and community welfare organizations.Sixteen years previous service to communities in Japan, California, Texas, Oklahoma, and Utah.

Past and present volunteer for my children's schools.

Past member of Rowley Downs HOA Board.

What are the biggest issues facing community now: Growth, Growth, Growth. Parker needs to remain a great place to raise a family. Growth is inevitable, but smart growth is the key. We need smart growth to promote a sense of community, not sprawl. We need smart growth that will mesh with existing neighborhoods and preserve the small amount of Parker's history we still have. Following the town's planning guidelines, and communicating with Douglas County and surrounding cities is crucial. Having a Town Council that understands the details of the construction business, how it includes proper care of the environment, endangered species, storm water pollution, traffic, and infrastructure will help smart growth become a reality. We want our children and grandchildren to be able to say they are proud to live in Parker.

Other issues are annexation both for Parker and surrounding cities, town services and activities, crime, the tax on food items, and preserving open space.

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