CLEAR CREEK COUNTY - Clear Creek County is pleased to introduce two new County Commissioners after their swearing-in yesterday morning.

Rebecca Lloyd, and Jodie Hartman-Ball, who officially joined the Board of County Commissioners on January 13, each brings a wealth of diverse experience and a deep commitment to serving the residents of Clear Creek County. Their leadership, passion for community, and dedication to public service will help guide the county through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

In a ceremony held at the Clear Creek County Courthouse, both Lloyd and Hartman-Ball were sworn into office, marking a significant moment for the county as they embark on their first terms. As part of the Board, they will work collaboratively with Commissioner George Marlin to address key issues facing the county.

About Commissioner Rebecca Lloyd

Commissioner Lloyd represents District II (southeast Clear Creek County). She has been a resident of Clear Creek County for over 32 years and, with her husband, former Commissioner Peter Monson, raised their son Conrad (“CJ”) Monson in Clear Creek.

With a distinguished background in law and public service, Commissioner Lloyd brings a wealth of experience to her role. She is a former trial attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice and served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia.

In addition, she has worked as legal counsel for a prominent energy company in Denver and contributed to legislative analysis for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and a U.S. Congressman in Washington, D.C.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Lloyd is deeply committed to her community. She has volunteered extensively with the Clear Creek School District and is a strong supporter of local organizations dedicated to the region’s well-being.

Lloyd is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College and George Washington University Law School. She holds a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and enjoys hiking, biking, skiing, and theatre.

About Commissioner Jodie Hartman-Ball

Commissioner Hartman-Ball represents District III (west end of Clear Creek County). With a deep passion for serving her community, Jodie is excited to continue her efforts on a broader scale, addressing the needs and challenges of the region she has long called home.

A proud 1989 graduate of Clear Creek High School, Commissioner Hartman-Ball has been an active and engaged member of the community for decades.

After attending Red Rocks Community College for early childhood development, she used her education to own and operate a childcare facility in Idaho Springs while also opening her home to foster children.

Her commitment to supporting residents—from the youngest to the oldest—has shaped her understanding of the struggles and opportunities many families face in Clear Creek County.

Hartman-Ball’s dedication to service spans over 30 years of volunteering for various organizations in the county. Most recently, she worked for the U.S. Census during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring that not only Clear Creek County but neighboring communities like Summit, Grand, Lake, and Eagle Counties were accurately represented.

A lifelong resident of Idaho Springs, Hartman-Ball was raised in the community where her parents still reside. She and her husband, Shane Ball, raised their four sons in Idaho Springs and are now proud grandparents to seven grandchildren.

Her deep roots in Clear Creek County, combined with her passion and dedication, drive her commitment to working tirelessly on behalf of her constituents. She is ready to serve the community that has entrusted her with this important role.

“I’m excited to welcome Jodie and Rebecca to the team. The depth of our challenges as an organization is matched by the depth of the commitment of these two wonderful people,” George Marlin, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners, said. “Their enthusiasm gives me confidence that we will find a way to sustain the services that the people of Clear Creek County rely on.”

The three-member Board of County Commissioners work to represent the interests of the citizens of Clear Creek County at local, state, and national levels. Commissioners are each elected from three different geographic districts within Clear Creek County, serving four-year terms, and can be re-elected to a second term.

For more information on the county commissioners, go to https://www.clearcreekcounty.us/320/Board-of-County-Commissioners.