10/27/2025
Why vote for Samantha Meiring:
I bring eight years of experience serving on the Firestone Board of Trustees, having been elected to two four-year terms in 2014 and 2018 before leaving due to term limits. Since 2022, I have served on the Carbon Valley Parks and Recreation District Board, where I’ve held the position of President for the past two and a half years.
Throughout my years of public service, I’ve gained extensive experience in all aspects of Board of Trustees work and have served in multiple additional roles, including:
- Chair, Firestone Urban Renewal Authority
- Member, Firestone Liquor Licensing Authority
- Trustee, Firestone Cultural Committee
- Firestone Representative, Colorado Municipal League (CML) Policy Committee
- Member, CML Executive Committee
- Member, CML Budget, Audit, and Management Committee
- Legislative Liaison
I have a deep love for this community and a strong commitment to public service. Over the years, I’ve built productive relationships with a wide range of board members, staff, and community organizations. I’m known for maintaining a calm, thoughtful approach and for being able to see issues from multiple perspectives. I work well with people of differing opinions—always keeping what’s best for Firestone as my top priority.
My Goals for the Board
1. Improve communication with residents.
There is often misinformation circulating in the community, some of which stems from the town and board being too slow to share information. I believe the town should be proactive—keeping residents informed before decisions are made or actions are taken. When people have clear, accurate information, frustration and confusion decrease significantly. Transparency builds trust.
2. Plan for responsible growth.
The entire I-25 corridor is projected to see significant growth over the next decade—growth that’s coming whether we want it or not. It’s the town’s responsibility to plan for that growth now, not react to it later. We must sustain, and ideally improve, current amenities and services while accommodating population increases. This means planning carefully for roads, utilities, parks, retail, and working in partnership with our school, fire, and recreation districts to ensure appropriate expansion.
3. Attract diverse businesses and jobs.
Firestone needs to attract more than just retail and restaurants. We should also focus on bringing in employers that offer white-collar and professional jobs. With our excellent proximity to the I-25 corridor, Firestone is ideally located for business investment. These companies bring jobs, customers, and tax revenue that strengthen our community and support our local economy.
All of these goals share one common focus: ensuring that every decision benefits the residents of Firestone.
About Me
I currently work as a Program Manager for a large hospital network, managing a statewide program that supports more than 800 Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. My professional experience in communication, coordination, and balancing multiple priorities directly complements the skills needed to serve effectively on the Board.
My family and I have lived in Firestone since 2002, and I’ve been proud to raise my children in this community.
I look forward to earning your vote on November 4 and bringing a calm, experienced, and thoughtful voice of reason back to the Board.
