Jack Twite, a Douglas County elections o cial, honored by state

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

e statewide association of elections o cials honored a Douglas County elections employee known for deftly handling a sometimes contentious political climate, the association announced in early July. As the county’s deputy of elections, Jack Twite “is dedicated to ensuring that our citizens understand, trust, and participate in the democratic pro- cess,” wrote his boss, Douglas County Clerk and Recorder Sheri Davis.

Davis’ comments came in a letter to nominate Twite for the Colorado County Clerks Association’s Excellence in Election Service award, according to a news release.

“What makes Jack truly unique is the way in which he balances his critical duties with positivity and an unwavering sense of humor,” Davis said, according to the release.

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