Sue Sandstrom, unopposed candidate for Arapahoe County treasurer

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(Unopposed incumbent)

Party: Republican

City or town of residence: Aurora

Profession: Arapahoe County Treasurer, certified public accountant

Campaign Website: sandstromfortreasurer.com

Why are you seeking this office?

I've had the incredible honor of serving two terms as the county treasurer. With a highly qualified and dedicated staff, we have collected and distributed nearly $8 billion for Arapahoe County schools, cities, fire, libraries, recreation districts and many others with every distribution being on-time and accurate. We replaced a 30-year old computer system with no down time, under budget and with no negative effects on taxpayers. I would like to continue this record of success.

What makes you the best choice for treasurer?

As a CPA for over 40 years, small business owner, former Aurora City Council member and 32-year resident of Arapahoe County, along with my eight years of experience as the Arapahoe County treasurer, my qualifications, experience and commitment to the taxpayers of Arapahoe County are unmatched. I have a combination of financial expertise, government experience and leadership skills that make me uniquely qualified to be treasurer.

What are the most important traits or skills for a treasurer to possess?

High level financial and management skills are required. The treasurer is responsible for managing a multimillion-dollar investment portfolio. We have invested the taxpayers' funds with maximum safety while earning a reasonable return through one of the lowest interest rate periods in recent history. But equally important are the treasurer's customer service skills. I am proud that my office provides first-class service to the citizens and businesses in Arapahoe County.

What must an effective treasurer accomplish?

In addition to day-to-day oversight of the treasurer's office, the treasurer should be a leader in the community, willing and able to work with a broad range of individuals, businesses and other organizations. I am proud to serve on several boards, such as Community College of Aurora Foundation, Colorado Public Plan Coalition, Colorado Surplus Asset Fund and Colorado County Treasurer's Association. My participation allows me to share my expertise, while learning best practices.

What will your top priority be if elected?

My top priority will be to continue to provide outstanding customer service, using the appropriate tools available, while being cost effective and a good steward of taxpayer dollars. An email I recently received from a taxpayer says it all: “Sue, you're amazing & I am so grateful. Please let me know if there's a survey I can fill out sharing how excellent you were today with customer service.”

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