Archuleta County will swear in three elected officials at 9 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 13, at the Archuleta County Justice Facility at 109 Harman Park Drive.
Re-elected District 1 Commissioner Warren Brown, Commissioner-elect District 2 John Ranson and Coroner-elect Brad Hunt will take their oaths of office during the ceremony.
The 2025 Inauguration Ceremony will be unlike years past, taking on a more formal twist.
The event will begin with the posting of the colors, followed by an honor song harmonic and an opening prayer. The newly elected officials will then be sworn in by Judge Justin Fay. Closing remarks are to be followed by a light brunch offering.
Brown will be taking oath of office for a second consecutive term. As representative of District 1, Brown looks forward to continuing county improvements in 2025.
“The natural beauty and resources that attracted people to Archuleta County today are for the most part the same reasons why the early inhabitants of our area made this piece of paradise their home. We will do well to protect the legacy that has been left to us, while responsibly planning and preparing for the future generations to come,” expressed Brown. “I am honored, and I know it is a privilege to have been re-elected as your District 1 commissioner. I am approaching this opportunity and responsibility with the utmost intent to make Archuleta County a better place to live, work and raise our children.”
Ranson, who ran unopposed in the 2024 election, will take the seat departing commissioner Ronnie Maez of District 2, who served for eight consecutive years.
Ranson was previously elected commissioner in 2008, serving from 2009-2011, and looks forward to serving his community once again.
“Thank you, Archuleta County residents, for electing me to represent all of you for commissioner in District 2”, said Ranson. “I look forward to working with Commissioner Brown and Commissioner [Veronica] Medina. It is my hope to work together and provide transparency for all.”
Hunt, who also ran unopposed in the 2024 election, will join Ranson and Brown.
After being appointed coroner in 2023, Hunt has continued to serve his community and improve on his department.
“The Archuleta County Coroner’s Office has a long and proud history of caring for and assisting the recently deceased and their families,” Hunt said. “I am honored and humbled to be elected coroner, and I look forward to continuing to provide a high level of care for all residents of Archuleta County.”
A light brunch will follow the event, giving residents a chance to congratulate their new representatives, as well as thanking Maez for his eight years of dedicated service to the community. This event is free and open for the public to attend.
Please call (970) 264-8378 or email pio@archuletacounty.org with any questions.
