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For Immediate Release: March 6, 2025

Colorado Springs Police Protective Association Endorse Roland Rainey for City Council District 6

“The Colorado Springs Police Protective Association announces it’s endorsement of Roland Rainey, Jr., City Council Candidate in District 6.  Mr. Rainey exemplifies the meaning of public safety commitment.  His dedication to law enforcement and to the safety of our community is what Colorado Springs City Council and our community needs.  For these reasons, we wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Rainey and encourage the folks in District 6 support his election.”
                                  -Colorado Springs Police Protective Association

For Immediate Release: March 6, 2025

Colorado Springs Firefighters Association Endorse Roland Rainey for City Council District 6

“The Colorado Springs Professional Firefighters Local 5 are happy to endorse Roland Rainey Jr. for City Council District 6. Roland is committed to public safety and is passionate about bettering the community. We believe that Roland’s passion for public service and leadership will be the right choice for District 6 and the community as a whole. We encourage voters in District 6 to get out and vote for Roland, and support his bid for election to City Council.”  
                                    –Colorado Springs Professional Firefighters

For Immediate Release: January 17, 2025

Sheriff Joe Roybal Endorses Roland Rainey, Jr for City Council

“It is an honor to endorse Roland Rainey, a U.S. Air Force Veteran, business owner, and community advocate for Colorado Springs City Council (District 6). As a citizen, Roland has been a champion for public safety initiatives and actively supports law enforcement in the Pikes Peak region. His diverse background gives him a unique perspective and insight into the resources and training necessary for peace officers so they may hold criminals accountable and keep their community safe. Because of his experience and proven record, I wholeheartedly endorse Roland and encourage citizens to vote for him!”     

–El Paso County Sheriff Joe Roybal

For Immediate Release: February 25, 2025

City Council President, Randy Helms Endorses Roland Rainey for City Council District 6

“I am proud to endorse Roland Rainey Jr., a decorated combat veteran and one of the most dedicated community leader’s in our city.  His robust leadership in the aerospace industry and business sector will prove quite valuable to guiding our city’s future.  Roland is a strong relationship builder and will bring a positive, approachable persona to City Council.  As Chairman of the Pikes Peak Area Council of Government Community Advisory Committee, Roland is leading comprehensive efforts on the region’s Long Range Transportation Plan and other studies pertaining to regional water source and land use.  He understands the criticality of tackling issues such as public safety and infrastructure, and collaborating with city organizations to bring about solutions.  I do not take this endorsement lightly…Roland is the Right Candidate, and this is the Right Time to elect him to City Council District 6.  – City Council President, Randy Helms

For Immediate Release: March 3, 2025

Senator Larry Liston Endorses Roland Rainey, Jr for City Council

I endorse Roland Rainey, Jr., for City Council District 6…he is the Right Choice, this is the Right Time!

As a retired US Air Force Decorated Combat Veteran and senior defense executive, Roland understands the significance of the defense industry to our local economy and will fight to support our military families.  As an entrepreneur and business owner, he possesses keen insight and understands small businesses’ crucial role to our region’s economy.

Endorsing Roland for City Council District 6 was an easy decision, and I encourage you to vote for him!”

-Senator Larry Liston, Colorado State District 10

For Immediate Release: January 28, 2025

Hon. Stan VanderWerf Endorses Roland Rainey, Jr for City Council

“Roland is the ideal candidate to represent City Council District 6. He is committed to our city, loves his community, and is both a business owner and defense industry expert. He will work to improve public safety and increase affordable housing. Additionally, he is a gentleman, has a great positive outlook, and is a natural relationship builder. I endorse Roland Rainey, Jr., the Right Choice at the Right Time.”
– Hon. Stan VanderWerf, former El Paso County Commissioner

For Immediate Release: February 13, 2025

Mr. Ed Dills Endorses Roland Rainey, Jr for City Council

“It is with great honor that I endorse Roland Rainey, Jr., for Colorado Springs City Council.  I have known Roland for over 8 years.  Roland was Vice-Chair of El Paso County Citizen Outreach Group (COG), when we met.  During our time with COG, Roland reviewed County budgets, conducted Citizen College, helped with the County Fair and conducted Town Hall events.  More recently, Roland has demonstrated his leadership and community knowledge by being voted in as Chair for the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments CAC.  A unanimous choice I might add.  Suffices to say Roland brings passion and dedication to any task he is given. Roland is indeed the right man for Colorado Springs City Council District 6 and he will be exemplary in serving the citizens of Colorado Springs.” – Ed Dills, Former Chair Senate District 2 & Former Chair, PPACG CAC

For Immediate Release: February 19, 2025

Kevin Clark Endorses Roland Rainey, Jr for City Council

“I am proud to wholeheartedly endorse Roland Rainey for Colorado Springs City Council (District 6). Having worked alongside him, I can confidently say that Roland is the kind of leader our city needs—smart, focused, and deeply committed to the well-being of every resident.

Roland understands the challenges we face, from improving public safety to supporting our city’s growth responsibly. I believe Roland Rainey will represent us with integrity, accountability, and a relentless drive for progress.” – Kevin Clark, Vice President Tranquility.AI & Former Director of Crime Strategies and Intelligence 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office  

For Immediate Release: February 15, 2025

Rachel Stovall Endorses Roland Rainey, Jr for City Council

I am delighted to endorse Roland Rainey, Jr., for City Council District 6.   Roland is an effective advocate for small business and all of our community. As the owner of the Floyd Mayweather Boxing and Fitness studio he daily shares the challenges, responsibilities and joys of local entrepreneurs. As a retired combat veteran, he understands the concerns of our local military.  As a leader within the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments – Community Advisory Committee, Roland gets how local government works. His work in that agency aids in addressing the concerns of people served by its Ombudsman program. 

To sum this up – I want you to remember Roland Rainey Jr. is “A strong and proven leader with an unwavering commitment to all of our community.” I strongly encourage you to vote for him. – Rachel Stovall, Former Candidate Colorado State House of Rep & Gazette Contributor

–Leigh Bolton, Former President, Banning Lewis Academy School Board – “I have had the honor and privilege of serving with Roland on the Banning Lewis Academy Board of Directors. He is an amazing human and works hard for our city. He will be a valuable asset on City Council.”

–Donny Coram, President, Traction Capital Partners

–Dr. Kimberly Whitten-Chung, Professor at Pikes Peak State College