Scott Brown (Colorado)

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Scott Brown

Democratic Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Smoky Hill High School

Associate

Eastern New Mexico University, Roswell, 2012

Personal

Birthplace

Denver, Colo.

Religion

United Church of Christ

Profession

Mechanic

Contact

Campaign website

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Scott Brown (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Arapahoe County Commission to represent District 3 in Colorado. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Brown completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Scott Brown was born in Denver, Colorado. He earned a high school diploma from Smoky Hill High School and an associate degree from Eastern New Mexico University, Roswell in 2012. His career experience includes working as a mechanic, aviation maintenance safety observer, and union steward. Brown has been affiliated with Teamsters Local 455.

Elections

2024

See also: Municipal elections in Arapahoe County, Colorado (2024)

General election

General election for Arapahoe County Commission District 3

Incumbent Jeff Baker defeated Scott Brown in the general election for Arapahoe County Commission District 3 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jeff Baker (R)	51.3	33,421
		Scott Brown (D)	48.7	31,665

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 65,086
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Arapahoe County Commission District 3

Scott Brown advanced from the Democratic primary for Arapahoe County Commission District 3 on June 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Scott Brown	100.0	8,235

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,235
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Arapahoe County Commission District 3

Incumbent Jeff Baker advanced from the Republican primary for Arapahoe County Commission District 3 on June 25, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jeff Baker	100.0	6,782

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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Brown in this election.

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Scott Brown completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Brown's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a lifelong resident of Arapahoe County. I continue to live in the county with my wife. Both our sons, daughters- in-law and four wonderful grandchildren also live here.

After 44 years in aviation, I am pursuing a new future as your Arapahoe County Commissioner District 3. I have served as Vice Chairman and Chairman of House district 36 serving the Arapahoe County Democrats.

Arapahoe County is at a critical point in time, we have had stagnate income for the past 20 years with increasing budgetary requirements. I am the new leader who will put the most demanding needs of our citizens first! Now and into the future!

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• We need to continue to support our public safety programs.
• we need to protect our air and water
• we need to increase our open space for future generations.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Public safety

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The board of county commissioners is responsible for collecting and distributing those tax dollars to various entities across the county. They also control the overall budget for all elected offices and their respective departments. They also control the budgets for all non elected departments in the county.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My Father and both my grandfathers, all where hard working and honest.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The forgotten man, by Amity Shales.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Open and honest communication

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Being approachable and not being afraid of telling people the trust about the situation.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To ensure that the county stays within it's budget to ensure we continue to provide the best services to our citizens.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I served the citizens and employee's of Arapahoe county first

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The moon landing and watching it on television.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I worked with my Dad as a finish carpenter. I worked over the summers when school was out and on weekends during the school year.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Team of Rivals, by Doris Kearns Goodwin. President Lincoln always found a way to work together with members of his cabinet in the effort to save the union.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Spiderman

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

The theme song to movie The Good Bad and ugly, great song to whistle to.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Trying to reinforce the belief that being a union member is more that filling a grievance.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The county commissioners in addition to their budget controls have the ability to enact local ordinances, control environmental restrictions on oil fracking.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. I believe we need someone who is in touch with the voters. We need someone who can relate to the average citizen and remembers what is like to go to work every day and what that means.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I represent over 500 members of my local union as their union steward and work as an on-site safety advocate. I deal with both work related and personal issues on a daily basis. I believe that we need someone who knows how to listen and help resolve issues.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

The ability to provide assistance to help lift our citizens up when they need it with the services available from the county.

Tell us your favorite joke.

My Grandfather told a joke about a farmer how was selling a horse that would do any thing you told it to, the horse would dance. jump fences. lay down and sit on command. The farmer found a buyer who bought the house and took it home to show his wife, when he asked the horse to do a trick the horse didn't move, in anger the farmer called and said he wanted his money back because the horse failed to preform any of the tricks seen earlier. The selling farmer told him to hold on he would be right over. When he arrived the other farmer was still very upset, so the selling farmer looked around and found a piece of wood and walked over to the horse and gently tapped it on the horses head, he then asked the farmer who bought the horse to ask him to do something and sure enough the horse did it. In amazement the farmer asked what the difference was? the reply was, you need to get his attention first. I think there is a lesson in there somewhere

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Teamsters local 455, Smart local 9, CWA, Colorado AFL-CIO, Mike Carter HD 36, PK Kaiser Arapahoe county Assessor

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

The public is entrusting elected officials with their tax dollars, we must demonstrate to them that we are doing the right things with that money. If the elected can't, then public must insist on a change in direction either in a public setting or at the ballot box.

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