Jim has represented district 7 as a director for more than 10 years. He is well-qualified to serve as a director of this billion dollar electrical co-op business in a complex and changing industry. His extensive legal, business and financial background, service as ​Treasurer for CORE and on the audit committee makes him uniquely qualified. 

Vote for Jim! Why?

EXPERIENCE: 10+ years serving you.

DEDICATION: 99 % attendance. A national board designated Jim because of his attendance and education as a  board member to reach Gold level.

PEER RECOGNITION: Jim was elected by fellow board members as Treasurer and to the audit committee.

EDUCATION: Degrees in Economics -Finance and Law.

RELIABILITY: Don't trust your safe, reliable and affordable electrical power to just anyone. When you flip the switch at your home and business you want the power to come on!

PROTECT THE GRID: I have led initiatives for fire mitigation, vegetation management and tree trimming to protect our Parker homes and our adjacent Colorado forests.

PROVEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS:  As a current board member with a strong understanding of contract law and electric power purchase agreements, I bring critical expertise at a time when the CORE board is making key decisions on new and future agreements for our electric energy supply.  My knowledge ensures that CORE negotiates fair, cost-effective, and reliable energy solutions that protect the CORE Electric Association  members' interests. Keeping experienced leadership on the board is essential for securing affordable, stable, and sustainable power for our Parker community. Your vote for Jim Anest ensures continuity, informed decision-making, and a future-focused approach to energy. As the CORE treasurer and serving on the audit comity the association received an AA- rating from the nationally recognized FITCH ratings organization. This AA- rating is the highest for electric cooperatives in the USA.

PARKER COMMUNITY:  I remain deeply committed to Parker’s well-being by supporting organizations that enhance quality of life and drive economic development—local food banks, the Parker Task Force, SECOR Cares, Parker Senior Center, Parker Chamber of Commerce, Praying Hands Ranch, Parker Business Alliance, All three local Parker Rotary Clubs, Downtown Development Council, Parker Hawks and baseball organizations, Parker Hawks baseball coach, the Double Angel Foundation, Parker Recreation Basketball coach,  Veterans Remembrances and Memorial Day recognition ceremonies,  CHSAA certified coach, Belmont University Baseball Legacy Chairman and the High Plains Baseball League.  As a 30 year resident of the Parker area and  a long time  CORE member, I understand Parker and the important needs that our community faces. Recognized by the  local business community as the recipient of the Parker Economic Development Cornerstone award winner. Jim has had his business in the Parker old town-Main Street  area for more than 30 years.