Hello
My name is Pete Roybal. Welcome to my campaign for city council! I am excited to share my vision for our community and work together to create meaningful change. With your support, we can ensure that our voices are heard and our needs are met Let's build a brighter future for our city, together!
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“Be who you are — embrace your identity. Failure is not an option, don’t give up.”- Pete Roybal
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My Story
Pedro “Pete” Roybal was born and raised in East Denver. He joined the U.S. Army after
graduation, receiving a high security clearance completing his basic training in Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo.
Over the next 21 years of military service, Roybal served and completed military assignments
throughout the U.S., Europe, South America, Panama, Guantanamo Bay, and more. In 1992,
Roybal married wife and they have not only 4 children. Toward the end of
his military career, Roybal established a facilities maintenance company called Roybal Maintenence &
Company. Many years before becoming a member of Lakewood’s City council, Roybal was so involved
in the community, that many of his neighbors and friends suggested he run for city council. After many
years of introspective thinking, In 2011, Roybal finally decided to run, in Ward 3, despite all the doubt,
mudslinging, and even threats he won with 43 percent of the vote which made the first Latino male city
councilor in the City of Lakewood and served his community for 8 years.
During his time serving city council, he accomplished:
New curbs/ gutters
Fighting graffiti
Food banks
Brought attention to maintaining parks in Ward 3 (cleanliness/ safety)
Improve crosswalks and turn signals
Helped bring residents out of the floodplain
Bringing small businesses into Ward 3
Bringing and strengthening youth programs (such as Boy Scouts)
Helped with the first mental health clinic in Jefferson County (O’connelle Middle School)
Helped raise money for Alameda's yearbook and girls' basketball team which not only benefited the high
school, but also helped advertise for small businesses.
Participated in the 1st Veterans Health Fair
Participated in El Dia de Los Ninos health fair.
Volunteering at the food bank at Phillips United Methodist church.
He also has volunteered with various veterans groups, like the American GI Forum Mile High Chapter, the
Disabled Veterans of America (DAV) and the American Legion.
Contact
I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to run for city council and connect with you! Your questions and feedback mean the world to me, so don’t hesitate to reach out—I can’t wait to hear from you!