A Community to Come Home To
A Balanced, Livable, & Affordable San Miguel County
Read my latest letter to the editor...
Will San Miguel County Remain a Community to Come Home To?
Will the people who work in San Miguel County still be able to live here? That question has been with us for years. This past year gave it new urgency.
For me, this is personal. My wife and I raised five children here. All five graduated from Telluride High School. Today we face a question that once seemed unthinkable: whether our children will ever be able to come home and build a life in the place they grew up. It is their hometown. The question is whether it will still be possible for it to be their home.
The choices we make now will determine whether San Miguel County remains a community people can come home to, or simply a place people come to visit....Click the link to the right to read more.
Democratic Caucus Results
Will the people who work in San Miguel County still be able to live here? That question has been with us for years. This past year gave it new urgency.
Teachers, healthcare workers, tradespeople, service workers, and young families face a difficult choice: commute long distances, work three jobs, or leave altogether. Longtime residents and retirees, even those who own their homes, feel the pressure of rising property taxes, insurance, and everyday costs.
That is part of why I decided to run for County Commissioner. San Miguel County Democrats recently nominated me as their candidate for District 2, and I wanted to share what is driving that decision. For me, it's personal....READ MORE HERE.
Announcement Video
Environmental Sustainability
A preview of my latest campaign video
You can watch the full Announcement video here on YouTube
Paul's Vision
My vision is for a vibrant, resilient San Miguel County where bold, collaborative leadership ensures that people from all backgrounds can build meaningful lives, afford to live them, and actively shape our shared future. Through innovative planning, fair access to housing and essential services, and a strong commitment to workers, families, and communities that support us, we can thrive together in a place we are proud to call home.
Paul's Priorities
Housing for Economic Health
Community Health
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Good Governance & Transparency
Environmental Stewardship
Economic Vitality
Rights, Dignity & Inclusion for All
A Message from Paul
My wife and I have raised five kids here, yet they would find it difficult to return and build their lives in this community. Our family’s story reflects the story of our community, and far too many who grew up here cannot come back to create the lives they want. Many who want to call this place home cannot afford it, and many who live here are forced to leave. Let’s work together to change that.
San Miguel County stands at a crossroads, and the imbalance of wealth and income sources in our county poses a threat to the future well-being of those who call our county home. According to the 2025 San Miguel County Housing Needs Analysis, nearly half of all local income now comes from investments and retirement income, rather than wages earned locally. The average worker earns about $57,000, while the median home price exceeds $2.6 million. Property values have soared, but property taxes, insurance, the cost of food, childcare, and other expenses have also risen, putting our communities at risk....Read More Here
Get in Touch
Feel free to reach out to me with any inquiries or to learn more about my campaign. Your support and engagement are crucial for driving positive change in San Miguel County.
