Office and district sought: State Representative, House District 20
Name: Jan Hejtmanek
Party affiliation: Democrat
Website: www.janhejtmanek.com
E-mail: janhejtmanek@adelphia.net
Age: 47
Last degree earned: B.A. – Business Management
Occupation: Mortgage Loan Agent
Hobbies: Tennis, swimming, hiking, reading, crossword puzzles, writing short stories
Family: Married to Mark Hejtmanek for 23 years; two children – Ian, 16, Kirstyn, 13; one dog and one cat.
How long have you lived in Colorado? Where did you live before? We moved to Colorado Springs in January 1996 from Rohnert Park (Sonoma County), Calif.
Last book read: “Don’t Think of An Elephant,” by George Lakoff
Civic Involvement: Silver Key Senior Services and Meals On Wheels (currently); Den leader, Boy Scouts of America (1998-2001); Treasurer, Education Foundation of Cotati/Rohnert Park (1994-1996); Treasurer, SRJC Alumni Association Board of Directors; Treasurer, Coleman Valley Homeowners Association (1986-1990).
Major endorsements: Colorado State AFL-CIO; NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado; Mountain West Regional Council of Carpenters; Colorado Ceasefire; Women’s Campaign Forum.
Why are you running? One person CAN make a difference. It takes action to bring about change and solve major issues. Church and state must remain separate.
What are the top three challenges facing Colorado or the institution you seek to represent?
A sustainable rate of growth must be balanced with water accessibility and preservation of our natural resources for the long-term future of Colorado.
As a civilized society, everyone has the right to receive adequate health care, regardless of age, gender, social status, financial status, religion, ethnicity or nationality.
What is your top priority in the next session if you should win? Every property owner is entitled to protection of their water accessibility when aggressive or excessive growth threatens their livelihood and/or property value.
What proposal in the last session did you oppose the most? I oppose any and all legislation designed to restrict the rights of lawful citizens based upon their gender or sexual orientation.
What proposal in the last session did you agree with the most? I support legislation that provides increased health care for residents of Colorado, regardless of their nationality. Silver Key Senior Services and Meals On Wheels (currently); Den leader, Boy Scouts of America (1998-2001); Treasurer, Education Foundation of Cotati/Rohnert Park (1994-1996); Treasurer, SRJC Alumni Association Board of Directors; Treasurer, Coleman Valley Homeowners Association (1986-1990).
