A Neighborhood Staple
While he is a familiar face to the community, he is also the primary point of contact for Van Land, an establishment that has endured for over 17 years despite frequent attempts by the local government to shut it down. Collin is known for his persistent approach to local politics, regularly seeking out Mayor McDaddy to discuss the park's operations. Even though the Mayor admits he would have closed the business long ago if he could, Collin remains a steady presence, undeterred by the Mayor's frustrations or the surrounding chaos of the town's business scene.
Local Logistics and Hazards
Despite his status as a valued community member, Collin's property faces literal and figurative challenges. His yard is in a state of erosion caused by a culvert running into a sinkhole, which has already submerged one of his vans.
The Reach of Van Land Power
Collin is far more than just a persistent businessman; he is a figure of significant influence who wields "Van Land Power." He boasts of a web that "runs long and smooth," demanding total cooperation from those in his orbit. Those who resist his influence face a chilling ultimatum: partner with Van Land or watch everything "go away." Despite his position of authority, Collin admits to being "humbled" by the "methods" required to maintain his grip on the region, aiming for the total integration of the area into the Van Land fold.
Episode appearances
Collin counts the expanding fleet of vans in Van Land while being urged by his father to resist the business's influence. Collin expands the reach of Van Land by moving a seventh van into the area and attempting to establish a "van land in the sky" within a high-rise apartment.