Who is running for Douglas County Commissioner, District 1 in 2026?

Nonprofit executive, Parker resident

Irene Bonham is the Democratic nominee for Douglas County Commissioner, District 1¹. She has lived in Douglas County since 2008, works in the nonprofit sector and holds a master's degree in organizational leadership from the University of Denver³. She helped lead opposition to the county's proposed home rule initiative in 2025²³.

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Works at a construction materials manufacturer in Douglas County

Jake Bockenfeld is the Republican nominee for Douglas County Commissioner, District 1, after winning the June 2026 primary over John Diak¹². He grew up in Arapahoe County, graduated from the University of Northern Colorado, moved to Douglas County in 2013 and works at a construction materials manufacturing company³. Colorado Politics described his platform as emphasizing support for law enforcement, expanding school resource officer programs, protecting school choice and maintaining fiscal discipline².

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