Resident generated news about Lakewood, Colorado
Resident generated news about Lakewood, Colorado
Corrections on Contributions
Thanks to a reader we have more information on campaign contributions. The previous statement that Jacob LaBure and David Rein were self-funded was incorrect. Their campaigns were “terminated” and no longer linked from the city site.
Donations to their committees show that they were largely funded by Lakewood residents, putting them in the same category as Glenda Sinks and Paula Nystrom.
Another reader pointed out Wendi Strom also received a large donation from the National Association of REALTORS Fund. Checking revealed that had been missed in the compilation. That $15,000 special interest contribution pushes Strom over the edge into mostly outside and special interest donations.
The new numbers balance out so that the overall percentage of money for council did not change – 40% donations from Lakewood residents and 60% from outside Lakewood and special interests.
The new count of councilors stands at seven that benefited from a majority of non-Lakewood or special interest donations, and four councilors receiving mostly Lakewood donations.
Lakewood has recently changed their campaign finance system and old links are not readily available. If other information comes to light, we will share.
Apologies for the numerous mistakes. Thank you for keeping me honest. Corrections always appreciated.