January 24, 2025 For Immediate Release Reid Hettich Announces Campaign for Ward 1 City Council in Aurora, Endorsed by Commissioner and Former State Senator Rhonda Fields ​Aurora, CO – Reid Hettich, a dedicated community leader with over 20 years of experience living and working in Aurora’s Ward 1, has officially announced his candidacy for Ward 1 City Council. Known as the historical "heart and soul" of Aurora, Ward 1 faces significant challenges, including boarded-up buildings, substandard housing conditions, and a reputation for crime along Colfax Avenue. ​ "Now is the time to reimagine Northwest Aurora," said Hettich. "Ward 1 holds the roots of our city, and together, we can transform it into a thriving, vibrant community. The challenges we face today are opportunities for positive, lasting change." Hettich’s campaign is bolstered by the endorsement of Commissioner and former State Senator Rhonda Fields, a respected leader in Aurora and beyond. "Reid Hettich is a trusted and proven leader who has dedicated his life to serving this community," Fields stated. "His deep understanding of Ward 1’s needs, combined with his vision for unity and revitalization, make him the right choice for City Council. My daughter and I know him well from our joint work at the Dayton Street Opportunity Center. He’s well positioned to make a real difference for our community." ​ Reid has traveled the country with several community groups, elected officials and business leaders, researching and learning about successful urban revitalization efforts. He’s visited Lawrence Community Works in Massachusetts, Dudley Street Initiative in Boston, Massachusetts, Hacienda Community Development Corporation in Portland, Oregon, and the Englewood, Colorado Downtown Development Authority, as well as NEWSED Community Development Corporation in Denver. These case studies have helped Reid understand the best practices for revitalization without gentrification, and he’s ready to put these strategies to work in Ward 1. ​ A Lifetime of Leadership and Service Reid Hettich’s career and community involvement highlight his unwavering commitment to Aurora: Professional Leadership: Executive Director and Founder of Mosaic Unlimited, Inc. (2017–Present) Partner and Co-Owner of the Dayton Street Opportunity Center (2013–Present) Current Community Roles: Chair of Aurora’s Key Community Response Team Vice Chair of Aurora Wellness Court Steering Committee Member of the Community Advisory Council for Consent Decree (Monitoring Police Reform in America) Chair of El Alba Small Business Cooperative Board of Directors Member of the Colfax Community Vision And Action Plan Working Group Led by Progressive Urban Management Associates (P.U.M.A.) to Reimagine Economic Opportunities in Ward 1 Past Involvement: Chair of the Aurora Community of Faith  Mentor with Save Our Youth Board Chair of Aurora Community Connections Hettich’s extensive experience equips him with the skills to address public safety, economic development, and community well-being. His platform emphasizes solutions-driven leadership, collaboration, and a proactive approach to the challenges Ward 1 faces. ​ "I’ve spent decades working alongside the people of this community, and I understand what it takes to make meaningful change," Hettich added. "Ward 1 deserves leadership that listens, acts, and delivers. I’m ready to work on day one." Residents of Ward 1 and supporters across Aurora are invited to join Hettich’s campaign kick off on Saturday January 25th at 10AM at the Dayton Street Opportunity Center, located at 1445 Dayton Street, Aurora 80010. The event will be livestreamed on his Youtube Channel, ReidforWard1, as the campaign hopes to bring renewed energy and vision to the City Council.