Meet the Town Council

Sherilyn West

MayorShrilyn West
I was born and grew up in Adams County, Colorado.  In 1992 after 15 years of city life in Denver, my family and I moved to Larkspur, where I raised my two sons.  The two of them have blessed me with seven grandkids.   Fun fact... In 2009, my home was landmarked by the Douglas County Historical Society as the Frink House as it was the home Charles Frink, the founder of the Frink Creamery.  Before I retired in 2016, I worked as a certified Animal Technician and a Vet Tech for many years and in Children’s Ministry for a church in Highlands Ranch for 28 years.  I have had a few different roles with the Town, including serving as Mayor from 2006 to 2012, on Town staff for three years, on the Planning Commission and Town Council, and now once again serving as Mayor.  I love the small-town atmosphere of Larkspur and enjoy the wildlife and natural beauty that surrounds us.  As Mayor, I hope to maintain that beauty as we move into the future.  My passion is for the Town folks and business owners of Larkspur.  I will uphold the Larkspur Vision Statement to the best of my ability and keep Larkspur the small, friendly town it is and work together with the people to make it the best it can be. 


Isaac Levy- Mayor

Isaac Levy

Member
I would first like to say that it is an honor and a privilege to serve this community. After my tour of duty in the Army had ended, I returned to Denver where I had grown up and soon after found Larkspur. I immediately fell in love with the place and have lived here since 2014. It is rare to find such a gem surrounded by nature. How I did not find out about this town sooner is a mystery to me. I hope to keep that small town environment by implementing measures that will control growth in this town so that any future developments stay within the vision and ideals of the residents of Larkspur. 

 

 

 

Sandy McKeownSandy McKeown

Mayor-Pro Tem

Larkspur has been my home since 2008. I filled my car with as many belongings as would fit and left Illinois with a plan to live in Colorado for one year. Just to try it. After all I was moving away from my four daughters. I always wanted to move near mountains and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle – climbing 14ers, kayaking, cycling and camping. Well after three months I knew Colorado was my home, more than any other state I have ever lived. My four daughters live either out of state or out of the country and I plan as much time as possible visiting them and their families including my five grandchildren. Becoming a part of town politics had never entered my mind until there was a vacancy on the Town Council. My love of learning led me to submit an application for the position, and I was accepted. My contributions to this position include: my preparation, research, asking questions, getting involved and listening.  My fellow Council Members contribute as well so our decisions are well discussed and thought out, maintaining and creating a vision of a greater future for Larkspur. All of us want what is best for the Town and I will always serve as a representative of the townspeople to the best of my ability.

 


Mindy Kazurova

Member


Ruth Ann Arfsten

Member
Ruth Ann ArfstenI am a Native of Larkspur, born and raised, the fourth of six children. The now “Larkspur Free Library” was our home the first 11 years of my life, which was a little farm my Grandmother owned.  My Mom and Dad both had long term careers at the Larkspur Elementary School and retired in Larkspur – even though I have lived outside of Larkspur occasionally, Larkspur has always been home to me.  My career path has been in the legal, real estate (residential, commercial and development), resort and retail (12 of 14 years as Operations Manager) and as the Activities Coordinator for the Town of Larkspur from October 2019 until April 2020,  when layoffs occurred due to Covid 19.   As Executive Assistant to the Owner of Crested Butte Mountain Resort and the Vice President of Resort Operations, I worked closely with three municipalities – including Gunnison, Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. Currently, I am serving as a Member of the Larkspur Water and Sewer Board since October 2018 .  Adventure and travel are my passion as well and have taken 3 and up to 15 day horseback adventures into the wilderness areas in Gunnison and Crested Butte.  My Europe travels have taken me to 15 different countries where I have assisted with the coordination of groups for various tours.  Single and loving life, I am passionate about Larkspur and what it could become as we work on the changes and challenges that are before us. 


Lynn PfaffLynn Pfaff

Member

Although I lived in California, Oklahoma, and Florida in the past, I consider Colorado my home and love the people and the hometown feel of Larkspur.  Prior to retiring, I worked in custom home building, working alongside architects and engineers.  After moving to Larkspur in 2016, I held a staff position with the Town and served on the Planning Commission and the Water and Sewer Board.  Because I wanted to be more involved and have a passion for being a voice for our town’s residents, I decided that serving as a Councilmember on the Town Council would give me the opportunity to be that voice.  I have three grown children and three beautiful granddaughters, who I love dearly.  In my free time, I like to cook and spend time with family and friends.

 


Chelsea Dey

Member