Kevin McDonald, Mayor of Silverthorne

Kevin McDonald is honored to be the Mayor for the Town of Silverthorne. Silverthorne has been his full-time home since 1993, when he moved to Town with his wife Cindi and their two children, who were ages 3 and 1 at the time. He served as President of FirstBank of Silverthorne and enjoyed serving locals with the basics of banking: accounts, car loans, mortgages, etc. Some of his fondest memories are the conversations he had with customers, "I learned about their jobs and businesses, their families, their challenges…many of which our family shared. Those conversations continued after my bank career when my partner and I operated a small financial planning business for ten years."

Kevin says, "It’s funny how things change over time but key issues remain top of mind. Even decades ago, child care was an issue: Cindi and I performed “schedule triage” every day to see who was picking up which kid from which daycare or school, sports practice or event. Housing was expensive, and the cost of living high (still is). Health care was pretty limited (the nearest hospital was in Vail): that accessibility has grown over the years, but affordability is tougher than ever. Traffic was manageable but obviously has become less so."

Kevin previously served on Silverthorne Town Council from 2006-2010 and again from 2017-2022. Key moments during those years included the purchase and development of the Smith Ranch neighborhood and working with the County to open the Wildflower preschool. He was on the Board of the Summit Foundation (past President, past VP), was part of the original Silverthorne Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC), served as Board member of the Summit Combined Housing Authority (SCHA) and participated in other events and nonprofits. He has also worked at FIRC seasonally as a health care guide, which helps him stay in touch with current family challenges. 

Greg Camp, Town Manager 

Greg Camp joined the Town of Silverthorne as Town Manager in 2026. He is an experienced municipal leader with more than two decades of public service in Missouri, where he served as City Administrator for the City of Festus and the City Administrator for Desloge. Greg has been recognized with the 2025 Jay T. Bell Award for professionalism and ethical conduct by the Missouri City/County Management Association (MCMA), where he also served as a past president. Greg’s public service career also includes time as Mayor and Alderman for Desloge, giving him extensive insight into governance, budgeting, and community leadership. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration (Magna Cum Laude) from Upper Iowa University and is a Credentialed Manager through the International City/County Management Association.

Joanne Cook, Assistant Town Manager 

As Assistant Town Manager, Joanne Cook is dedicated to helping create, manage, and elevate Town operations and programs.  She collaborates with employees, residents, and organizations on varied projects and issues to strengthen the workplace, enhance community sense of place and vibrancy, and support delivery of high-quality Town services. 

Joanne began working for the Town of Silverthorne as Facility Coordinator at the Silverthorne Recreation Center in 1999 and has since held various positions in the Town with an emphasis on Recreation, Culture, and Communications.  She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.

Alice Cary, Chief of Police 

As Police Chief, Cary leads Silverthorne’s Police Department which includes 21 sworn members, three administrative positions and a 12-person community police advisory board.  Prior to joining the Town of Silverthorne in 2023, Cary served as the Chief of Police & Executive Director at the University of Illinois Department of Public Safety. She has a master’s degree in Criminal Justice Management, a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and is a graduate of the Northwestern Public Safety Staff and Command School. Cary has a broad range of experience having worked in municipal, county and state safety positions over a 36-year period.  Prior to working for the University of Illinois, Cary held the positions of Police Chief, Patrol Operations Captain, Patrol Operations Lieutenant, Patrol Sergeant, Criminal Investigator, State Trooper, Deputy Sheriff and Police Officer.

Addison Canino, Public Works Director 

Pamela Ness Monteverde, Finance and Administrative Services Director

Steven Herrman, Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Director 

Steven Herrman has dedicated his professional career to Parks and Recreation. He joined the Town of Silverthorne in 2007 as an intern at the Recreation Center and went on to serve as a Front Desk Clerk, Front Desk Specialist, Facility Coordinator, and Recreation Center Manager. Throughout his career with Silverthorne, Steven has overseen significant projects that have enhanced the community's Recreation Center. In 2014, he managed the racquetball renovation project, which doubled the available fitness options and in 2024, he directed a major locker room renovation that upgraded the plumbing infrastructure and expanded the communal locker room.

Steven holds and maintains a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification through National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation from the University of Northern Colorado. He is passionate about the role that Parks and Recreation plays in promoting community health and well-being and enjoys being a part of these essential services, ensuring that the community has access to recreational opportunities that enhance their quality of life

Outside of his professional life, Steven enjoys skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and most importantly, spending time with his family.

Danelle Cook, Community Development Director

Danelle is a dedicated community development professional with a deep-rooted passion for the Silverthorne community, where she grew up. Serving as the Community Development Director, she is committed to executing Silverthorne's Comprehensive Plan and is responsible for overseeing the workforce housing, land use planning, building permitting, sustainability, and code enforcement divisions.

Since joining the Town in December 2019, Danelle has held various roles including planner, planning manager, and assistant community development director. Her broad experience in municipal planning is complemented by previous positions as the Housing Program Manager for the Town of Frisco, a Planning Technician with Summit County Government, and a Planner at Xcel Energy.

Danelle holds a Master’s Degree in Translation Studies and International Relations from the University of Denver. Before her transition into municipal land use planning, she gained valuable experience working in the international business industry. Her unique background enable her to effectively contribute to the growth and development of the Silverthorne area.

Sydney Schwab, Arts, Events & Venues Director 

As the Arts, Events and Venues Director, Sydney is dedicated to building a sense of community in Silverthorne by creating inviting spaces and events that facilitate connection and a healthy and vibrant town. She works with her team to give businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, entertainers, and cultural organizations an opportunity to find their audiences and support the downtown’s transformation into a vibrant, walkable, welcoming, active place. Sydney is dedicated to providing opportunities for the extended community to come together to collaborate, create, share traditions, celebrate and enjoy expressions of art and culture together.

Sydney has worked with the Silverthorne Art Board to successfully design and launch a signature event series for the town and to open the Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace. She joined the Town of Silverthorne in 2017, first serving as the Pavilion and Events Coordinator and then as the Arts and Culture Manager. Before joining Silverthorne, she organized public events for the Town of Breckenridge. Sydney has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing as well as a Bachelor of Science in International Spanish for the Professions, both from the University of Colorado.

Sarah Thompson, Human Resources Director 

As the Human Resources Director, Sarah leads the Human Resources function for the Town of Silverthorne supporting all Town departments. Sarah has a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Biology from the University of Hull, UK, a master’s level professional qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development, and holds the Senior Professional in Human Resources certification from the HR Certification Institute. She has 27 years of Human Resources experience in both the private and public sector and has been working for the Town since 2016, first working as the Human Resources Manager. 

Kristina Nayden, Communications Director 

In her role as Communications Director, Kristina is dedicated to bringing transparent and authentic messaging to all Silverthorne community members, ensuring that everyone has access to the important information they need and want. Kristina is responsible for developing, planning and implementing strategic communications plans for the Town of Silverthorne and serves as the Town’s Public Information Officer.

Kristina joined the Town of Silverthorne in 2019, first serving as the Marketing Coordinator and then as the Marketing and Communications Manager. Before working in the public sector, Kristina worked in marketing at Arapahoe Basin Ski Area. She has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science and Geography from the University of Colorado, and a Master of Science in Environmental Science from Johns Hopkins University.