The race for Larimer County commissioner is well underway. County commissioners are responsible under state statute for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens, including law enforcement. This includes supporting the court system and the district attorney as well as providing jail facilities through the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office.

Schwendeman-Curtis is running against Republican Tina Harris for office. Sign-up for Your Vote: Text with the USA TODAY elections team. Schwendeman-Curtis' answers are below. Responses have been edited for spelling and to conform to AP style.