“As a former executive with one of the largest and best managed corporations in the world, it was one of my key responsibilities to spot, evaluate and place people with superior management talent within the corporation.  Therefore, I can state with considerable authority that Ron Chacey will provide—more than provide—the much needed skills in running Archuleta County.  Ron is also a man with vision and abilities to work with people—the two other skills that are also sorely needed by our county.”
-- Gautam N. and Mary Jean Shah

 “I can say definitively that there is no other person in this entire county that can exceed Ron’s intimate knowledge and outstanding qualifications with regard to the issue of sustainable growth for Archuleta County, period."  
-- Karen Aspin  

“I have had the privilege of working with Ron through the Southwest Land Alliance and the Archuleta County Planning Commission. He is both a leader and a team player. He is bright, detail-oriented, level-headed and always fair. He is an outspoken advocate for increased public involvement. Regardless of the subject, he wants to hear every voice and he gives close consideration to each one."
-- Lesli Allison

“Ron is honest and hard working.  He can listen, research, and make decisions.  Ron has been a successful small business person and a successful organization builder.  He's just the positive person we need to move Archuleta County forward.”
-- Beverly Warburton

“I have known Ron for most of the nearly 13 years I have lived in Pagosa. I believe his communication skills and ability to organize and lead will benefit our county tremendously. Ron has great vision and the determination and business savvy needed to help Archuleta County recover from the past many years of rather poor management.  I'm certain his great sense of humor will help him along the way as well.”
-- Pam Schoemig

“Ron has always sought input and opinions without attempting to direct or 'correct' the speaker. He will be a positive addition to the Board of County Commissioners."
-- David Blake

“I have worked with Ron on county issues since 1999.  He has always been prepared, well organized, intelligent and fair.  We need someone to take Archuleta County into the future with competence and integrity.”  
-- Lynda Van Patter

"Working with Ron on the High Mountain Gardener's Projects including the Senior Center Garden at the Community Center has shown me that Ron is talented and enthusiastic about bringing people together for community projects. He is hard working and knowledgeable concerning the needs of the people of Archuleta County and Pagosa Springs.”
-- Bonnie Sprague

"What has impressed me the most over the years is Ron's insatiable desire to learn and to really understand the details and nuances of the subjects and issues he gets involved with. He thrives on learning and understanding. As a County Commissioner, Ron will definitely give the job 110% and will certainly do his due diligence on county operations and the legal and appropriate role of the Commission and individual commissioners." 
-- Bruce Andersen

"Ron has a diverse background, good ideas, and a strong commitment to our community.  These qualities make him an excellent choice for County Commissioner."
-- Kent Davis

"I worked with Ron Chacey as a volunteer with the Southwest Land Alliance.  I saw him in action as Director (volunteer) of that organization.  I observed a dedicated, goal-oriented person with clearly articulated vision, moving the SLA forward as it increased the number of ranch acres under conservation easement and helped ranch owners understand the benefits of such a designation."
-- Pauline Benetti

"While working on the Planning Commission with Ron Chacey, I was very impressed with how well Ron handled himself at the meetings.  He was always well informed about the matters before us and asked intelligent questions.  And he always worked toward consensus before the final vote."                         
-- William “Rex” Shurtleff

"I am ready to have a Commissioner that cares about Archuleta County the way the way its citizens do. I believe Ron Chacey is that candidate."
-- Stephen Tholberg

"I've known Ron for about 12 years and I know he has the three most important attributes for public office:  Vision, Integrity, and Accountability: VIA!"
-- A. John Graves

"Ron is a hard worker and take-charge person.  I know he will be a good Commissioner."
-- Herb Stipe

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