Opportunities to Run for Local Office in Douglas County

Have you considered running for local office? Now is the time to get involved—our community needs dedicated candidates to step up and serve. Below is a comprehensive list of races coming up in Douglas County for the 2026 election cycle. By running for office, you can make a meaningful impact on important local issues and help shape the future of our county.

Partisan Races

Douglas County Races

·      County Commissioner - District 1 (Lone Tree, Parker, Aurora, Padera): Candidate Irene Bonham

·      County Clerk and Recorder: Open

·      County Treasurer: Open

·      County Assessor: Open

·      County Surveyor: Open

·      County Sheriff: Open

·      County Coroner: Open

House District Races

·      HD39: Candidate Christian Shindler

·      HD43: Incumbent/Candidate Bob Marshall

·      HD44: Open

·      HD45: Candidate Michael Clarkson

·      HD61 (Multi-County): Incumbent Eliza Hamrick

Senate District Races

·      SD30: Candidate Kevin Leung

·      SD27 (Multi-County): Incumbent Tom Sullivan

·      SD04 (Multi-County): Open

Non-Partisan Races

Municipal Elections

Town of Parker

·      Three positions for Town Council Members: Open

Town of Castle Rock

·      Mayor: Open

·      Town Council Member – District 3: Open

·      Town Council Member – District 5: Open

We cannot succeed unless we put forward candidates in every race. Even if victory is not achieved the first time, persistent efforts will help close the gap. Change truly begins at the local level, so your participation matters.

If you are interested or even just considering running for a local office, please reach out to start a conversation about the possibilities. Your involvement can make a significant difference. Contact George Jackson at 1stViceChair@DougcoDems.org .