QUID HAS HEARD that the annual A-List event held this year was what every stuffed-shirt soiree is, was and always will be: a long time.

The event, which draws the usual suspects from the city’s elected and business leadership elite, was held in Denver — perhaps thanks to Denver’s non-extradition treaty with Aurora — and featured a few headscratchers.

First, the Aurora Economic Development Council’s selection of actor from “The Office” BJ Novak to headline the event. Perhaps Quid can clear up some confusion: “The Office” is about a situational comedy about a fictional work environment. Asking Novak to talk to business leaders about the future of Aurora business is like asking Keanu Reeves from “The Matrix” to lecture physicists on quantum mechanics or “The Parent Trap” star Lindsay Lohan to discuss parenting.

Irony notwithstanding, it would also seem that the A-List event was an opportunity for A-Listers to dress in tight clothing and let loose with the first thing that comes to mind. No doubt most of the evening’s antics — including promises to run for city council, criticisms and prognostications — were fueled by alcohol, like most good ideas are.

QUID HAS HEARD that despite city lawmakers’ best efforts, the event was a success, and considering the event’s good-natured fun, Quid would suggest that the AEDC move the A-List event to every month instead of once a year.

QUID HAS HEARD that the hacks over at the Denver Post courageously endorsed every incumbent on Colorado’s congressional ticket this year, just like the hacks here at the Aurora Sentinel almost universally endorsed current incumbents within Aurora’s borders for state seats.

The problem with editorial boards these days is that very few of them are filled with sane editors who remember what the general public looks like — let alone how they vote.

This election season has brought out the best and worst from candidates for public office, but Quid would like to remind them of an important note: they’re running for public office. Emphasis on public there.

Speaking to luncheons sponsored by the “Liberty Middle School Democrat Club” or “ GOP Trash Collectors United” isn’t the public; answering the phone when newspapers call is still a good idea. Whether you were endorsed by hack editors or not.