Clyde's goodbye
After more than six years of service, La Plata County Commissioner Clyde Church is stepping down July 1. Church, a Democrat, submitted his resignation June 23 citing family and personal reasons.
“I have enjoyed serving the wonderful people of La Plata County,” said Church, who was elected as commissioner for District 1 in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. “I’m pleased with the progress we have made as a county during my terms, including the implementation of fire mitigation projects, several major road projects ... approval of a new land use code and standing up a public health department. However, it’s time to step aside to allow for more time for me to be the primary caregiver for my wife.”
By state law, La Plata County Democrats must appoint a new commissioner by July 11, 10 days after the vacancy.
A public farewell and thank-you for Church will be held at 3:30 p.m. Mon., June 30, in the County Administration Building, 1101 E. 2nd Ave.
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