Top of the Town 2012

American politics needs help at all levels, and Christopher Herndon is just the type of politician who may provide some—dare we say it?—hope. The former West Pointer and Army captain was elected in 2011 as District 11’s councilman. Representing the city’s northeast side means Herndon’s avid curiosity and team-oriented approach is a key force in negotiations and planning for improvements (such as light rail lines and commercial development) that will affect all citizens of Denver. Here’s to the future. denvergov.org/christopherherndon