Firefighter Memorial Highway-

"Leave things better than you found them."           Troy Jackson

On December 16, 2019, South Metro Fire Rescue Chief Troy Jackson lost his battle to job-related cancer. His wife, Lori, dreamt to somehow make the efforts and sacrifices our first responders make daily, front and center for members of our community. 

Your compassionate donation today will help dedicate a portion of the highway to commemorate first responders. 

"I decided to work to have a portion of a state highway designated as the Firefighters Memorial Highway in Memory of Chief Troy Jackson. This would honor Troy's years of service, LODD, and contributions to cancer prevention and highlight all firefighters."

Lori is hoping to designate the portion of I-25 at/around Belleview and all the way to C470 or Lincoln. These are roads in South Metro's district, and it makes her smile to think their rigs, personnel, families, and friends will drive them on a very regular basis.

While Lori is working on the project with the CO Legislature, the effort does not come without cost. Once fully approved by the legislature, the family will be responsible for paying for the signage, and the closing of the highway to put the sign in place. 

For those of you who do not know Troy's story, and his fight for health and safety, here is a great tribute from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

The Jackson family appreciates your support to continue 
Troy's quest to fight for health and safety in the fire departments, and mitigate cancer risks to all. 

Funds over the necessary amount for the highway project will go to SMPFF and CPFF foundations benefiting other first responders.