Ready to be Your Voice for Centennial
Dedicated and effective leader ready to serve
I Have Lived in Centennial
For Over 26 Years.
I am a proven leader with a long record of community involvement.
After serving a successful military career, I worked my way to become a small healthcare business owner. My unique background and commitment to public service have prepared me to serve Centennial residents and to be their voice. -Dr. G
“I’m running because I love this city, and want to keep the qualities that make Centennial a great place to live.”
-Dr G.
I AM WORKING TO
Keep Centennial Thriving
I will ensure responsible spending and support thoughtful development that increases our housing stock, protects our neighborhoods, and keeps costs low for residents. I’ll continue working to fix our roads, reduce traffic, and make it easier and safer for everyone to get around.
Keep Centennial Safe
I understand the importance of making sure our streets stay safe. I will work to ensure our safety professionals have the tools to protect our community through real, community- based solutions.
Keep Centennial Centennial
As a young city, we were founded on safe neighborhoods and keeping our government efficient. Our communities have thrived and we can’t chase out the residents who were attracted here for what makes us great.
Where I’m Running – District 4
The Issues
Cost of Living
I recognize the strain that rising costs for essentials like energy and insurance place on your household budgets, and I am committed to making Centennial more affordable for families by ensuring the city’s fiscal discipline mirrors our community’s.
I will uphold Centennial’s tradition of a balanced budget, working with our citizen-led budget committee to be a wise steward of taxpayer dollars, focusing on responsible spending and smart investments to deliver high service value.
Housing
Centennial’s high desirability means we must urgently welcome home builders to address the housing shortage for everyone, from first responders to those looking to downsize.
I will focus on streamlining regulations that add unnecessary costs—currently estimated at $50,000 per home—to foster an environment where a variety of housing types can be built without burdensome government mandates.
Local Control
The core of Centennial’s incorporation and its Home Rule Charter is the citizens’ right to choose their own destiny, asserting that the community knows what works best for local matters like zoning and housing.
I pledge to vigorously defend this local control against the constant threat of state and neighboring city overreach, safeguarding the unique character of our neighborhoods from a “one-size-fits-all” mandate.
Safety
My top priority as a council member is to ensure Centennial remains the safest city in Colorado, recognizing that our exceptional quality of life depends on it.
I will actively support our Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office —a top 5% agency— by protecting our first responders, opposing state legislation that hinders effective policing, and addressing safety concerns at transit hubs like the Dry Creek Rail Station.
What’s Next?
Centennial is an exciting economic hub for innovative small businesses and industries like aerospace and cable, soon to be home to the Denver Summit NWSL team.
I will ensure our city thrives by partnering with businesses, welcoming new investment, and avoiding burdensome regulations, so that I can lead Centennial into a bright and prosperous future.
Endorsements
“Small businesses and families understand the challenges of balancing a budget. Coming from the private sector, Jeffrey Gilliam knows the importance of fiscal responsibility and being a good steward of taxpayer dollars.
Centennial deserves a council member who recognizes these challenges and is willing to make tough decisions to keep taxes low.
I know that candidate is Jeffrey Gilliam.”
“Jeffrey Gilliam’s willingness to serve and give back shows his commitment to Centennial. Already a successful businessman, he has turned his attention to giving back through volunteerism and leadership to support the city and its people.
It is this compassion and his ability to deliver real results that will make him a strong and responsive member of City Council for Centennial’s citizens and families.”
I proudly endorse Dr. Jeffrey Gilliam for Centennial City Council. I have known Jeffrey since 1999, when he joined Comfort Dental as a Dentist.
Over the years, I saw firsthand how he has helped manage and grow his dental practice into a finely tuned, financially sound business–an achievement that requires not only strong leadership, but also integrity, dedication, and professionalism.
These same qualities make him exceptionally well-suited to serve the community. I am confident that Jeffrey will bring the same thoughtful, results-driven approach to city government that he demonstrated throughout his career.
Dr. G has all the right qualities to be an amazing city council member for Centennial. He has the heart of a servant. He is involved in his community.
He cares about what’s going on, and it shows with everybody he comes in contact with.
Centennial will benefit with Dr. Jeffrey Gilliam on Centennial City Council.
“We need more public servants like Jeffrey Gilliam, who are willing to work with all sides to get results for Centennial families.
I know he has the dedication and ability to make an excellent member and will continue to honorably serve the community we love.”
“It is my pleasure to endorse Jeffrey Gilliam for Centennial City Council. He is running for all the right reasons. He is a graduate of Centennial 101.
His experience being involved in the community will allow him to hit the ground running.
He already knows the issues facing the city and will be ready to go day one. I have gotten to know Jeffrey, and he will be an asset to City Council and all the citizens.”
It is my pleasure to endorse Dr. Jeffrey Gilliam for Centennial’s District 4 Council seat. As a graduate of Centennial 101, “Dr. G” was inspired to get to know Centennial and its citizens better.
He is a great listener with a calming presence that will serve Centennial and our citizens well. Not only will he be a great voice for citizens, but also for Centennial’s business community.
His broad background, from the military to small business/franchise owner, is impressive and underscores that he has the right skills to move Centennial forward. Thank you, “Dr. G”, for stepping up to support Centennial’s future.
“Jeffrey Gilliam is passionate and dedicated to standing up for Centennial residents. He has the drive to be their voice on the council and will work hard to resolve issues in the city.
He will be the first to roll up his sleeves to tackle big issues and will come prepared at every meeting to deliver results for Centennial residents and families.
He’ll bring that same commitment to the City Council to create a responsive and efficient Centennial.”
