Board Members
Ivan Dobesh
Board President
Longview Heating & Air
Ivan Dobesh
Ivan is the owner and operator of Longview Heating & Air, a Fort Lupton based heating and air conditioning service company. Ivan is the current Fort Lupton Chamber of Commerce vice president and has been a member since 2022. He has served on the board of directors since July of 2024. When not at work, Ivan can usually be found spending time with his wife and two kids. His priorities are: God, family and teamwork
Jordan Dunn
Board Vice President
Bank Of Colorado
Jordan Dunn
Jordan Dunn is a dedicated professional with a strong foundation in finance and a passion for community service. Since joining Bank of Colorado in 2016, Jordan has grown into a leadership role, currently serving as Vice President. His experience spans commercial, consumer, and agricultural lending, and he’s known for helping clients reach their financial goals with integrity and personalized service. Jordan earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Finance from the University of Northern Colorado in 2016 and later graduated from the Graduate School of Banking at Colorado in 2023. He also completed the Colorado Bankers Association’s Center for Bank Advocacy Program, where he served as an advisory board member.
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Beyond his professional achievements, Jordan is deeply committed to giving back to his community. He currently serves as Treasurer for Hope at Miracle House, a nonprofit supporting families in need, and is Vice President of the Fort Lupton Optimist Club, where he helps lead youth-focused initiatives that promote growth and opportunity. Whether in the office or out in the community, Jordan strives to make a meaningful impact through service, leadership, and connection.
Don Tomoi
Board Treasurer
Bank Of Colorado
Don Tomoi
Don Tomoi, Board Treasurer. Don joined the Bank of Colorado in 1983. He currently serves as Market President overseeing the Fort Lupton branch, a position he has held since 1989. Don is a graduate of the University of Wyoming with a degree in Finance and the Graduate of School of Banking in Boulder. Beyond banking, he is deeply involved in the Fort Lupton community, actively participating in organizations such as the Fort Lupton Chamber of Commerce, Fort Lupton Development Corporation, and the Fort Lupton Community Foundation. Don resides in Fort Lupton, proudly contributing to the growth and prosperity of the place he calls home.
Chris Cross
Board Member
City Administrator
Chris Cross
Chris serves as the City Administrator for Fort Lupton. He started as the Assistant City Administrator in 2017 and has been in the current role since December of 2019. Chris holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing.
As a Fort Lupton graduate Chris is motivated to continue to serve the community that formed him. After college he started his service to Fort Lupton in the Fire Department and furthered that service as City Councilmember. He works toward finding that balance between retaining the history and growing services for the community. It is Chris’ belief that a diverse economy helps build a stronger foundation for the region.
 Tina Powell
Board Member
Rhinehart Oil Company
Tina Powell
Tina is the former President of Gray/Rex Oil in Fort Lupton, now serving as Office Manager at Rhinehart following the company's acquisition. Chairwoman of the Fort Lupton Housing Authority and board member of both the Fort Lupton Development Corporation and the Fort Lupton Community Foundation. Proud wife to Randy, mother to James, Jurhee, and Jonathan, and loving Meemaw to Max.
Denise Tolmich
Board Member
Revitalized Beauty Health and Wellness
Denise Tolmich
The spa is currently open inside the dental office while construction continues on our new, dedicated space. Owned and operated by [Your Name], the spa is a true family venture. Working alongside her daughter, Tayler, and her niece, they provide a variety of relaxing and rejuvenating procedures designed to help clients look and feel their best.
Claud Hanes
Board Member
City Counsel
Claud Hanes
Raised on a family owned, dryland farm in the Panhandle of Oklahoma taught me many life lessons. Hard work, commitment, and honesty were the mainstay of our everyday lives. In a small community, everyone plays a part in the survival of farms and businesses. My career of 45 years started in agricultural animal products and ended in city government. In between I was the Business Manager for Aims Community College, the Weld County Treasurer, the City of Fort Lupton Finance Director, and retired as the City Administrator for Fort Lupton. The knowledge attained in all these positions has given me understanding of infrastructure and water needs for a community to grow successfully. During my time as City Administrator my team was responsible for bringing many businesses and opportunities to the community. Currently I am a City Councilman for Ward 2 in Fort Lupton. This gives me the opportunity to assist the community in its needs for present growth and future challenges. I believe it's important to have a good working relationship with the Fort Lupton Police Department and Fire District, as well as the Fort Lupton School District. We are blessed to live in a city with such a diversity of residents and businesses.
James Dale
Board Member
J.D. Services, LLC
Claud Hanes
Debra Smith
Board Member
Weld Re-8 School District
Debra Smith
My name is Debra Smith and I am currently employed at Weld Re-8 Schools. With over 25 years of dedicated service in Weld Re-8 School District, I am a committed advocate for education and community growth. I am deeply involved in the community and passionate about initiatives that enhance local business, economic development, and quality of life for residents. I am also a resident of Fort Lupton along with my husband and three children. I am dedicated to fostering strong partnerships between businesses in our community, schools and local organizations.
William Thomas
Board Member
United Power
William Thomas
I served in the U.S. Army as a Staff Sergeant, where I developed a strong foundation in leadership, accountability, and putting the team first. I have carried that mindset into my professional career in the energy industry, where I have worked across wind, solar, and now distributed energy resources. In my current role as a Distributed Energy Resources Engineer and Project Manager, I focus on developing and managing programs and infrastructure that support reliable and affordable energy while helping communities grow in a sustainable way.
During the planning process for the Fort Lupton Microgrid Project, I had the opportunity to work with city staff and community stakeholders and gained a deeper understanding of the town’s priorities, economic goals, and long-term vision. While the project did not move forward, the experience gave me a strong appreciation for the leadership and direction of Fort Lupton and the importance of supporting local businesses and community development.
I also have family who live in Fort Lupton, which makes this a personal commitment as well as a professional one. I care about the continued growth of this community and the success of the businesses and families who call it home.