Victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault in Adams County should not have to wait days and face travel to another hospital to get a forensic exam, Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital Registered Nurse April Vialpando said.
“ ey have gone through enough,” said Vialpando, coordinator for the Brighton hospital’s Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program. SANE specialists o er customized services for sexual assault and domestic violence victims and gather evidence against
their alleged assailants.
“When a patient comes in here it’s our job to believe them and make them feel heard,” Vialpando said. “We want to empower them to move forward,” Vialpando added.
She said the hospital now has even more tools to aid victims through an expansion of the SANE program after Adams County awarded Platte Valley a $438,000 grant to grow its forensic exam e orts.
Assault victims get treatment for physical injuries, but a forensic exam calls for the gathering of evidence by a specialized caregiver from a suspected assault victim, Vialpando said. e exam includes a detailed history of the assault, a swab for a DNA sample, photographs of any injury, possibly prescribing medication for the victim and working up a safe discharge plan for them, she said.
Sometimes hospitals don’t have
a trained clinician available, and it could take hours for one to arrive, Vialpando said.
Victims are often sent to a hospital in Denver, Boulder or Aurora for the exam. e wait can be too long for some patients, and they simply skip the exam altogether, she said.
“Some patients simply cannot wait,” said Andrea Moore, emergency department director for Platte Valley Hospital. “ ey have gone through enough already.”
Expert training, expert witnesses
Nurses who become quali ed forensic examiners go through extensive on-the-ground training. eir expertise is often called upon by police and prosecutors when they pursue cases against alleged assailants. ey also can be called expert witnesses in court, Vialpando said.
Nine tips for first time renters
BY LONDON LYLE SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
When we saw that rent at our current apartment would go up by several hundred dollars if we re-signed our lease this summer, my roommates and I knew it was time to start searching for a new place to live. We knew what we could a ord between the three of us, and that we’d prefer to live in a house over another apartment complex.
Renting your rst apartment or home can be equal parts exciting and anxiety-inducing. I put together these essential tips from my experience to help you make the best decisions for yourself and the people you live with.
1. Set a realistic budget
Before you start searching for a place to live, gure out how much you can a ord to spend on rent. If you have roommates, gure out if you’ll be splitting the cost of rent evenly or not. I chose a smaller bedroom than my roommates and will pay a little less. Creating an itemized budget with some wiggle room can help you avoid nancial stress down the line.
2. Gather your work history and credit score
Landlords often require a background check, proof of income and a credit check before approving your rental application. You will likely have to pay for the background and credit checks yourself, which can run you $50$100, so make sure you’re sure you’re really interested in a place before applying. As a freelancer, I submitted all of my recent pay stubs from the past two months and my most recent tax documents.
Know your credit score ahead of time and what credit score your prospective landlord wants.
Registered Nurses Jenny Sanchez, Amanda Alvarez, and April Vialpando chat in the emergency department at Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital. The hospital is expanding its forensic exam program for sexual assault victims. COURTESY PHOTO
BRIEFS
Adams City ‘84 alums seeking missing classmates
Adam City’s class of 1984 is scheduled to host its 40th class reunion at 5 p.m. Aug. 30 at the 30/70 Sports Bar and Grill, 18856 W. 120th Ave. in Westminster.
Organizers are trying to contact a few remaining missing graduates. If you attended ACHS with the class of 1984 or have a family member who did, please get in touch with Susan Zale Vanness (303) 513-1333 or vannessrealty@comcast.net or Tracey Snyder (303) 921-2114 tjsnyder07.ts@gmail.com
Legal self-help clinic
e Access to Justice Committee hosts a free, legal self-help clinic from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the rst Tuesday of every month.
e program is for those without legal representation and needing help navigating through legal issues.
Volunteer attorneys are available to discuss family law, civil litigation, property, and probate law. Call 303405-3298 and ask for the Legal SelfHelp Clinic at least 24 hours before.
Adams County kicks o Summer pool testing season
works, and what people can do to stay safe? Reach out to Josh Behringer, JBehringer@adcogov.org or 720.717.5361.
Alliance Business Assistance Center grants available e Alliance Business Assistance Center is excited to announce that 2024 business grants are now available to support your business endeavors. Sta at the center can assist residents by helping to identify grants that align with their business goals and industry, providing guidance through the application process, ensuring that they have the best chance of success and providing other valuable resources for local business.
s the temperatures ramp up, so do the e orts of the Adams County Health Department Environmental Health Team to keep Adams County residents safe all summer long. With so many people expected to hit the water this season, the team is again conducting pool inspections at recreational facilities. Public pools and other water recreation have long been recognized as hotbeds for spreading diseases. Our crews will be out conducting inspections to make sure pools and other facilities are safe for community members to use.
To get started, visit our website at https://businessinthornton.com/ local-business/small-businesssupport-programs/business- nancial-assistance.
Mosquito Prevention
e Adams County Health Department wants people to be proactive in protecting themselves from mosquitoes and illness during these warm summer months.
While the county Environmental Health Team monitors for mosquito-borne illnesses, there are steps you can take right now to keep you and your loved ones safe. ose include ensuring pet dishes are removed from patios that can hold water, making sure roof gutters are cleaned and inspected yearly, removing debris piles from outdoor areas— including buckets, barrels, children’s toys, and tire swings— and removing or changing water in birdbaths frequently.
and limit your time outdoors during dusk and dawn to avoid mosquitoes. If you stay outdoors during this time, wear long-sleeved shirts and pants and use mosquito repellents that contain a high percentage of DEET.
CCPD Introduces Online Crime Reporting Form
e Commerce City Police Department has a new online reporting tool allowing the public to report some non-emergency crimes and receive a police report immediately without speaking to a police o cer.
Community members can now conveniently report incidents that do not require immediate o cer intervention, such as fraud, identity theft, lost property, theft/shoplifting (less than $2,000), and vandalism.
e new form is online now in English and Spanish at c3gov.com/ ReportACrime. Residents should always call 911 for emergencies.
‘Taking No Chances’
e 17th Judicial District Attorney’s O ce and e Link, a community resource and assessment center in ornton, o er free, 10week programs to families of Adams County teenagers to help develop personal and interpersonal drug-resistance skills. Sessions are from 5:30 to 6;30 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 720-292-2811.
Interested in scheduling a tagalong to see an inspection, how it
Homeowners should also maintain swimming pools and spas with proper ltration and chlorination levels, limit watering lawn and plants to avoid water pooling
Walk with a doc
Platte Valley Medical Center’s cardiac rehab team and Walk With A Doc will host monthly walks with Dr. Christopher Cannon, an interventional cardiologist at Brighton Heart and Vascular Institute.
is is a walking program for everyone interested in a healthier lifestyle. After a few minutes to learn about a current health topic
from the doctor, spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and a fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the bene ts of walking.
Legal self-help clinic
e Access to Justice Committee hosts a free, legal self-help clinic from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on the rst Tuesday of every month. e program is for those without legal representation and needing help navigating through legal issues.
Volunteer attorneys are available to discuss family law, civil litigation, property, and probate law. Call 303-405-3298 and ask for the Legal Self-Help Clinic at least 24 hours before.
Boards/commissions’ openings
Commerce City has openings for several boards and commissions, including the city’s cultural council, the housing authority, and the Derby Review Board.
Visit https://www.c3gov.com/ Home/Components/Form/Form /70316b05422c448492c51da0f0e0 fd86/ to sign up.
Help for vets
Quali ed Listeners, a veteran and family resource hub serving northern Colorado and southern Wyoming, has many power chairs, scooters, and electric wheelchairs available.
To nd the closest facility to you, visit www.va.gov/ nd-locations.
Quali ed Listeners also need volunteers to drive veterans to and from appointments, run errands for veterans who cannot get out, provide handyperson services, help administer veteran and family resource guide inventory in local libraries, and veterans to be trained to become quali ed listeners. Call 720-600-0860.
Weld County warns residents about rabid bats
Rabid bat may have been in contact with a dog, county warns
BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
A dead bat that tested positive for rabies may have been in contact with a dog at a residential property in Weld County, according to a June 3 news release.
Kristeen Bevel, the environmental health specialist at the Weld County
Public Health and Environment, said that since the rabies virus sporadically occurs in bat populations, o cials do not suspect it was an infection from another source.
“It’s not common, but very few bats have rabies,” Bevel said. “But because of the severity of the disease, anytime bats are in contact with people or pets, we are concerned. It’s when we’re testing them,” Bevel said.
e property owner contacted animal control and the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment (WCDPHE). According to o cials, Colorado State Uni-
versity Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory received the bat for testing, con rmed it tested positive, and forwarded the result to the WCDPHE.
According to o cials, the dog who may have encountered the bat has been vaccinated against rabies and is being monitored by the owner and veterinarians.
Health o cials indicated that summer is the peak season for rabies in Colorado, so to keep domestic animals such as cats, dogs, horses, and livestock safe, they must be vaccinated.
According to o cials, rabies is
spread through a bite from an infected bat or rabid animal; once bitten, it spreads quickly when the saliva or tissues encounter cuts, scratches, eyes, nose, or mouth.
In Weld County, there have been no reports of human deaths related to rabies exposure, according to ofcials.
Where do they hide?
Bevel said that bats often hide during the day and come out right around dusk, moving around and trying to catch bugs and eat.
It’s Time for Listing Agents to Get on the Narrated Video Walk-Through Bandwagon
For 15 years Golden Real Estate has been almost the only brokerage which does live-action video tours of its listings. Other brokerages make use of the “virtual tour” field in the MLS for videos that are nothing more than slideshows with music or Matterport tours which are interactive but miss the vital ingredient of a live action video tour — narration such as you’d get if you were walking through the house with the listing agent.
points of each room. To get a feel for this kind of video tour, go online to www.GRElistings.com and click on any one of our listings to watch the narrated video tour.
Our video tours are designed to simulate a live showing. As such, the video starts on the street, with me (or a broker associate) introducing the listing and perhaps showing the street scene. “Now let’s go inside and check out this home.”
What makes this the right time for listing agents from other brokerages begin producing narrated video tours is the NAR settlement, which is likely to reduce the number of in-person showings at listed properties. If every listing had a narrated video tour, the number of showings would be reduced, because only those who watched the video tour and knew this listing might be a contender for them would go to the trouble of calling the listing agent or engaging a buyer agent to show them the listing.
listing agents from creating narrated video tours of their listings? I can only speculate, but here is my speculation. Listing agents like to farm out as many tasks as they can. They hire photographers (as we do) to shoot magazine quality photographs of their listings. Those vendors offer “videos” of the interior and drone videos of the exterior, and the listing agents think that’s sufficient. But there’s no narration of those videos, because the videographer would not know what to say. He only knows how to press “record” and “stop.”
The Matterport interactive tours are
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Cut to the foyer and a walk through of the home, speaking as we go. “Notice the hardwood floors…. That’s a woodburning fireplace…. See the skylight in the vaulted ceiling…. These are Corian countertops…. The high efficiency washer and dryer are included…. Notice the mountain view out the kitchen window….” You get the idea.
No slideshow with music can compete with a narrated walk-through with the listing agent pointing out the selling
By the way, narrated video tours are essential for attracting out-of-town buyers. More than once, an out-of-town buyer has gone under contract for one of our listings based solely on the narrated video tour, because they feel as if they have toured the home. The buyers still have the opportunity to terminate when they fly in for the inspection. None of those buyers terminated, however.
So, in this video age, what is keeping the majority — the vast majority — of
I Foresee a Surge in Buyer Activity This Summer
The primary outcome of the muchdiscussed NAR settlement announced in March is that buyers will now have to compensate agents representing them in the purchase of homes.
That change is scheduled to take effect on August 17th, so it makes sense that home buyers who have been “on the fence” are getting serious now about buying a home while they can still count on the seller, not them, paying their agent’s commission.
It doesn’t matter that their fear is unfounded. I fully expect sellers to keep offering to pay a “co-op” commission to the agents who bring them a buyer, even though that commission cannot be mentioned anywhere on the MLS.
Just this month, REcolorado, the Denver MLS, quietly introduced a new field for all listings. It’s a field to list another website, such as the websites we already create for every listing, and that website is allowed to mention the co-op commission for buyer agents since it does not derive its data from the MLS. If you want to see what that looks like, simply go to the website for my latest listing, www.ArvadaHome.info There on the home page of the website you will see the 2.8% co-op commission my seller is offering to buyer agents
under the headline, “Buyer Agent Commission Details.”
Nevertheless, the fear is very real among buyers that they will have to pony some serious money on top of their purchase price and loan expenses to pay for professional representation.
Another development in this regard is the introduction of new mobile software called LivePad, which facilitates the process of showing homes to buyers when the showing agent doesn’t yet have a signed compensation agreement. In addition to some fine features for setting up a tour of listings, the tabletbased software allows the showing agent to create that requisite agreement on the tablet where the buyer can sign it digitally before entering the first listing.
If the compensation agreement is for just that one day, the buyer can avoid paying the specified fee to their showing agent by waiting until the next day to make an offer under a new agreement. There may also be a surge in sellers putting their homes on the market prior to the August 17 deadline. Broker associate Chuck Brown had a seller get “off the fence” this month and sell his home, because he feared reduced buyer interest once buyers face the prospect of paying for their own agents.
very popular, and we include those on our listings too, but only because they are included in the enhanced package which we purchase that includes floor plans, which are done by the Matterport software. The Matterport tours are cool because they are shot with 360-degree lenses, allowing the viewer to rotate the view and even look up at the ceiling, then click on the next marker to go from room to room. But, again, no narration about what you are seeing. To call it a “video” is deceptive. It’s just a link that is inserted in one of the three “virtual tour” fields.
Suggests the Pooling of Insured Homes as a Way to Reduce the Risks Causing Higher Insurance Premiums
One reader, Andrew Burt, recently responded to my request for creative solutions to the home insurance crisis caused primarily by the multiple natural and man-made disasters resulting in profit-crushing insurance claims.
His suggestion: the pooling of multiple homes so that the loss sustained by any one home is spread across the pool.
My first reaction was that this is how insurance works already. Insurance companies have thousands or millions of insured properties in the expectation that only a small percentage will file catastrophic claims.
Nevertheless, here is Andrew’s proposal, which he supported with some serious mathematical formulae not for publication in this lay publication.
“If I'm in a pool with, say, nine other properties, and one of them gets damaged, the insurer pays a claim but then distributes the cost of that claim over all 10 properties in next year's premium calculation — instead of raising just mine to cover all of it. (Or I cover all of it over an amortized number of years, which is what they seem to do rather than lumping their cost all into year one. It doesn't change the math of the idea. Spread the new premium costs over multiple people instead of just me.)”
Andrew compared his proposal to the Affordable Care Act, which insures everyone without regard to pre-existing
conditions, but requires everyone to be insured. (Wildfire risk is a “pre-existing condition.”) He suggested that widely separated properties within the state could be pooled to further spread the risk of multiple claims within the pool.
Mike Nelson was one of six featured speakers at the annual fundraiser for New Energy Colorado, held on June 20th at The Retreat at Solterra in Lakewood.
Viewers of Mike’s weather forecasts on Channel 7 know that he is passionate about climate change. In addition to addressing the topic, he gave away free copies of his 2020 booklet, “The World’s Littlest Book on Climate: 10 Facts in 10 Minutes About CO2.” Also speaking at the well-attended event was U.S. Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen, State Sen. Lisa Cutter, Jeffco Commissioner Andy Kerr, State Rep. Brianna Titone, and Will Toor, director of the Colorado Energy Office. New Energy Colorado is best known for its annual Metro Denver Green Homes Tour on the first Saturday in October. This year it is on Oct. 5. Golden Real Estate is one of its sponsors.
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BATS
“During the day, they lay low and sleep. ey often roost in areas where they can hide from the sun and the bright lights. Also, commonly hide in eaves and roofs, or
sometimes right around the edges of siding,” Bevel said.
“Or they can hang from trees, which are very common places where they hang out. Occasionally, they nd other spots to hang out that are less convenient for people, like underneath a patio umbrella.”
Bevel said that some bats stay around during the summer, but
some migrate from a warmer climate. Several di erent species of bats live in Colorado, and so some hide out and stay here year-round and migrate at di erent times of year.
“Summer is the time of year when bat form their maternity colonies and moms all get- together and they have their babies and take
care of their babies,” Bevel said. For more information, visit weld. gov/go/zoonosis or contact WCDPHE at (970) 400-2290 if anyone or their pet has had contact with a wild animal. For after-hours (outside of 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., MondayFriday), contact Weld County Dispatch at (970) 350-9600 and select option 4.
3. Research the neighborhood e location of your home is just as important as the home itself. Spend some time researching potential neighborhoods. If you have kids, it’s always a good idea to check out the public schools in the area. If you have pets, make sure the property is pet-friendly and see if they charge pet rent.
4. Understand the lease terms
Leases can be full of legal jargon, but it’s really important to understand what you’re signing. Some of the places we looked at had hidden fees, or ridiculously high security deposits. A standard rule for security deposits is no more than the price of one month’s rent, and make sure to con rm that you’ll receive your deposit back at the end of your lease so long as there are no damages.
A hidden fee we thankfully caught: a landlord wanted us to pay rent for the entire month of July, when we wouldn’t be moving in until our current lease is up on July 20. Another sneaky clause in a lease agreement we looked at: the homeowner would keep our full security deposits even if there were zero damages to the home.
5. Inspect the property
Before signing a lease, thoroughly inspect the home for damages. Remember, you want to get that security deposit back! Document any pre-existing issues with photos and
notes, and ensure they are included in the lease agreement or a movein checklist to avoid being held responsible for them later.
6. Consider roommates carefully
Having a roommate or two can make renting more a ordable, and can even be fun if you live with friends, but it’s important to choose your roommates wisely. Make sure all of you are in agreement ahead of time with your boundaries to reduce future con icts.
7. Know your rights
Familiarize yourself with tenant rights and landlord obligations in your area. ese can vary by county but generally cover aspects such
as security deposits, rental cost increases, eviction procedures, and repair responsibilities. Understanding your rights can help you advocate for yourselves and ensure you are treated fairly.
8. Get renters insurance
Renters insurance is almost always required to protect your personal belongings and provide coverage in case of accidents. Renters insurance typically covers damage due to re, theft, and certain natural disasters. See if your landlord o ers a plan (most apartment complexes
do) or check out the cost of private insurance to make the best decision for yourself.
9. Budget for upfront costs
Moving into a new home will often involve several upfront costs beyond the rst month’s rent. Is the place you’re moving into furnished,? How do you and your roommates plan to divide the costs of furniture and other shared items? Remember to budget for that pesky security deposit! You also may need to pay for movers and utility setup fees.
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Renting your first apartment or home can be equal parts exciting and anxiety-inducing. As a young or first-time renter, navigating the complexities of landlords, lease agreements, budgeting, and even that darn Zillow app can be challenging. SHUTTERSTOCK
Caifanes and Cafe Tacvba rock out together in Denver
BY JACKIE RAMIREZ SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
Rock en Español fans got a rare opportunity to see two legendary bands Caifanes and Café Tacvba on June 14 during their joint 2024 North America Tour stop in Denver. Traveling together across 20 di erent stages throughout the country, the tour comes to an end on June 30 in Indiana.
Described as a concert that “bridges nostalgia with contemporary cul-
tural and musical signi cance,” by tour producersLive Nation Entertainment, many guests at the Denver venue celebrated that the music still resonates within newer generations.
“We are so happy to be here this evening, in front of all you and to share the music,” said Café Tacvba frontman, Rubén Albarrán, at the beginning of their set. “Dance, sing, clap, and that’s all. Café Tacvba has arrived for all the world to hear.”
Combining the vibrant energy of Café Tacvba with crowd sur ng
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and crowd participation with songs like “Las Flores” and “El Baile y El Salón,” with the deep spiritual sound of Caifanes and a set list full of nostalgic songs for older fans such as “Viento” and “Afuera,” fans old and new rocked and rolled throughout the night.
“I think it’s music that will never go out of style,” said Dulce Granados who attended the concert with her kids after they bought her tickets for Mother’s Day. “ e music takes me back to those times when I was young, my best moments and my best concerts.”
Saúl Hernandez breathed life to Caifanesin 1987 with original band members Salvador “Sabo” Romo on bass and Diego Herrera on keys and saxophone. Drummer Alfonso André would join the band later. e band reached commercial success in the late ’80s and early ’90s with the help of their following from the previous band, Las Insólitas Imá-
genes de Aurora which included Hernandez, André and former guitarist, Alejandro Marcovich. Often deemed as the Mexican version of e Cure, Caifanes would make memorable albums with music that evolved from the heavy use of synths in their rst album to a more acoustic sound representative of the diverse music from Latin America, which can be heard in their album, “El Silencio.” e band split in 1995 after the album “El Nervio del Volcán,” due to creative di erences. ey would then reunite in 2011 for a Vive Latino festival and Coachella. Since then, the group has been playing together for di erent shows, including the Bésame Mucho Fest in Los Angeles and at the National Auditorium in Mexico City in 2023. e last time Caifanes played in Denver was September 2022.
Introducing Farmlore, a new community taking root in the heart of Brighton.
Farmlore’s warm, rural character will blend beautiful new homes with the area’s rich agricultural roots creating a friendly, small-town vibe all its own.
Rock en Español bands Café Tacvba (left) and Caifanes join forces to perform at the Levitt Pavilion on June 14, 2024 in Denver for their 2024 North America Tour. JACKIE RAMIREZ
Celebrating Independence Day
Local events, festivals and fireworks displays
STAFF REPORT
June 29
Water World Anniversary Drone Show, 7-9:30 p.m.
Hyland Hills Water World, 8801 N. Pecos St.
Water World celebrates 45 years with its rst drone display. Special tickets to watch the show in the park are on sale for $19.79 each, which includes swimming in underbay from 7-8:15 p.m., music from a DJ from 7-9 p.m. followed by the drone show.
Water World is also o ering 500 complimentary parking passes to watch the drone show from parking lot. Go to https://tinyurl. com/2p8ywmz7 to register. Parking lot tickets will be emailed and must be presented to get access. e drone show should be visible for several miles around the park.
July 3
Adams County Stars and Stripes Celebration, 4-10 p.m.
Riverdale Region Park, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton is free celebration features food and beer vendors serving at 4 p.m. Live entertainment with country singer omas Mac begins at 7:30 p.m. e night will end with musical reworks at 9:30 p.m. Parking at Riverdale Regional Park is free.
July 4
Northglenn July 4th Festival and Fireworks, noon to 9:30 p.m.
E.B.Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11800 Community Center Dr. Activities include a car show, inatable bounce houses and an obstacle course, community booths, food vendors and a beer garden. Rotary Duck Derby races are at 3 p.m.a dn 3:30 p.m. and concerts throughout the day, featuring Brass Attack at 2:30 p.m., Conjunto Colores at 4:45 p.m. and Hot Lunch at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled between 9-9:30 p.m. depending on the weather.
4th of July in ornton, noon to 10 p.m.
Carpenter Park Fields, 11000 Colorado Blvd.
Event o ers food, a beer garden
and two stages for live music. e City Stage on the east end of the elds features Delta Sonics from noon to 1:30 p;m., Phat Daddy from 3-4 p.m. and HomeSlice from 5:307 p.m. e Main Stage on the west end of the elds features the ornton Community Band from 1:30-3 p.m., Paizley Park Band from 4-5:30 p.m. and Kory Brunson form 7:309:30 p.m. e event culminates in parachutists at 9:30 p.m., followed by the Red, White and BOOM reworks show.
Uncle Sam Splash Bash, 1-3 p.m. Countryside Outdoor Pool, 10470 Oak St. Food and activities, including
a $200 quarter drop. General admission of $6 for residents and $8 for non-residents applies. Fees for 17-years-old and younger and 60 and older are $5 for residents, $7 for non residents. Ages seven and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Westminster 4th of July Celebration, 4-10 p.m.
Westminster City Park, 10455 Sheridan Blvd. Activities, food, beer, vendors and live music featuring Kentucky Straight begins at 4 p.m. followed by at Eighties Band at 7 p.m. culminating with a reworks display.
There are several local events to choose from.
Latino power surge
How Colorado’s Latino vote is shaping America’s political future
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On June 11, a roundtable discussion on the growing Latino vote occurred at the “Building and Bridging Power” conference in Denver. At the conference, sponsored by the Colorado Trust Foundation, community and political leaders gathered to
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discuss urgent issues such as the increasing threats of toxic disinformation campaigns targeting communities of color, the rising role of Latina voters and their in uence on civic life, and the creation of new coalitions around anti-poverty programs.
e Latino vote in Colorado is positioned to have a decisive impact on the outcome of at least two highly contested seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, which could play a crucial role in the battle for control of Congress. e June 25 primary elections in Colorado are the rst test of Latino voter turnout.
e panel was moderated by journalist Gerardo Guzman from Radio Bilingüe and included Gladys Ibarra, Co-Executive Director of the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition (CIRC), consultant and life coach Celeste Martínez of Celestial Alegría, and me as Bilingual Editor of La Ciudad. Guzman will ask the questions in this week’s Entrevista.
is discussion has been edited for length and clarity.
Gerardo Gúzman: Today, we will talk about the Latino vote because the growing Latino vote in Colorado is positioned to have a decisive impact on the outcome of at least two highly contested seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. is could play an important role in the battle for Congress. e upcoming primary elections on June 25th in Colorado will again test Latino voter turnout, but will Latinos turn out to vote? What is on the ballots that might interest the Latino population? What are the major concerns driving them to the polls or to which contests should attention be paid?
ere is a lot of attention on what might happen this coming November with the elections, not only the presidential but also congressional races and policies being discussed at the local level, and other o cials who are also on the ballot.
Rossana, please give us an overview of how the Latino voter is doing here in Colorado.
Rossana Longo-Better: e Latino voter is extremely important here in Colorado, and this contest will de ne how Congress will be formed. We know that in Colorado, we have 15% of Latino voters who can vote and de ne the future. How-
ever, the Latino population residing in Colorado is 23%. is means that some can vote, and others cannot, but they will in uence how the vote will go. It is known that there are 17.5 million Latinos projected to vote this year; this means that 1 in 5 who will vote will do so for the rst time. is means the Latino voter is young. An impressive 14% ofthe total are young and will vote for the rst time for the president of the United States. is already tells you a lot because it means that if you win the young vote, you have won the presidency.
Gúzman: Gladys Ibarra, apart from being co-executive director of CIRC here in Colorado, you are a DACA bene ciary. What can you tell us, Gladys, about your experience with young Latino voters?
Gladys Ibarra: I can talk about the dynamics in my family, which comes from a mixed-status background. I have a sister and a brother who are new voters in recent years and are of voting age. ey take it very seriously because they know that access to voting is not only for them, but they are expressing the needs of their entire family. is can be local as we are talking about in these elections in the suburban Denver area and the Western Slope in the mountains, but also at the federal level. ere’s a lack of immigration reform and the lack of a pathway to citizenship for the more than 11 million people living in this country without a pathway to permanent protection from deportation.
Gúzman: Celeste, you
have been studying social movements like the Latino vote in Colorado. What have you detected about how social mobilizations and voting have gone hand in hand in recent years here in Colorado?
Celeste Martínez: Part of Colorado’s history is very interesting because, in the Chicano movement, Colorado had a particularly leading role, especially as the head of the Raza Unida party, which still exists but not in the same way. It is part of this historical moment of the ’70s.
I am mentioning this because I think in the Chicano movement many people can also be called Latinos who thought more about their power, and their voice to vote, and before possibly did not think it was important to vote. But what is important at this moment is to know that if you can vote, it is an action. It is an action, like a grain of sand that we need to take to ght for human rights, immigrant rights and rights for communities of color.
Gúzman: How do you feel, Celeste, that new generations and those Latinos who are becoming citizens here in Colorado are assimilating that power? Are they simply not interested because they think there will be no change?
Martínez: I think at this moment I am observing more new citizens getting more involved. But I know there is a lot of fear that exists before living in the shadows, because sometimes when a person does not have status or does not have citizenship, it is difcult to use their voice to
say I am going to ght for something important. …It does not matter your immigration status or citizenship, I know there is a lot of risk.
If you do not have papers in this country or not, you have power and can do something at this moment. If you cannot vote, there are ways to get involved, like with the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition. ere are many ways to get involved as a family and as a community.
Gúzman: What would you like to add, Rossana?
Longo-Better: I want to bring Corky González’s energy to the table because he started a historic movement here in Colorado that in uenced parts of the United States. I would love for Celeste, because she has studied the life and inuence of Corky González, to de ne the grassroots movements and the ght for human rights.
Gúzman: Celeste, who is Corky González?
Martínez: Corky González was the founder of some organizations. e rst was an organization called Los Voluntarios, which focused more on building the power of parents together with their children in schools where they only spoke Spanish. at is where his career began, but later he got more involved in the Democratic Party and felt very disappointed with politicians. ere was a lot of police violence impacting Chicano youth during that time. at was between the ’60s and ’70s, and after that,
From left to right: Gerardo Guzmán, radio host and reporter of Radio Bilingüe, Celesté Gonzalez, racial and gender equity facilitator and jefa at Celestial Alegria, Hugo Morales, executive director and co-founder of Radio Bilingüe, Rossana Longo-Better, editora de La Ciudad, and Gladys Ibarra, deputy director de Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition. COURTESY
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the mayor of Denver at that time appointed Corky González as director of a youth program, but he was still very disappointed.
Gúzman: Gladys, do you feel that Latinos, speci cally young Latinos, will turn out to vote in these upcoming elections?
Ibarra: I want to talk a bit about what happened in 2012 with the implementation of DACA. at wasn’t thanks to politicians. It was when the
of “undocumented, unafraid.” And it was thanks to them that the DACA program passed, which I am now a bene ciary of. anks to the work done by the immigrant and documented community at that time, I can be here speaking.
Now we’re talking about 2024, where we’re actively witnessing genocide on our phones, and in the news everywhere we look. e new generation, which comprises 15 or 20% new Latinos, knows that the power lies with them.
tion have been ful lled, but there’s also the expectation with this resurgence that Donald Trump could become president again.
Rossana, what motivates Latino voters here in Colorado today?
Gúzman: e problem, Gladys, is that today there is a certain disillusionment among many Latinos. ey haven’t been satis ed with how certain promises from the administra-
Our
Longo-Better: Currently, a group of media outlets has asked people to ll out a survey to tell politicians what they want to be addressed. De nitely, for Latinos, the most important and concerning issue is the economy. We’re talking about young Latinos who don’t have jobs, who don’t have access to buying a house. at’s the number-one thing they’re looking at. e second is immigration because it’s clear that immigration has been politicized.
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This transcript of the radio interview has been edited to fit the space. To read the full discussion between Gerardo Guzman, Gladys Ibarra, Celeste Martínez and Rossana Longo Better, visit our website at https://coloradocommunitymedia.com/2024/06/20/ latino-power-surge-how-colorados-latino-vote-is-shaping-americas-political-future/
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She married Tom Castaneda and had six children. She returned to nish high school in 1976 and later earned an Associate of Arts degree. She worked in 27J Schools in nutrition services, in Fort Lupton schools and in local daycare centers.
In 1990 Mariana married Lazaro Miera. roughout her life, she loved shing and camping in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Hobbies were ceramics, crochet and Trichem. In 2019, Mariana moved to Phoenix
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She is survived by sons Tom (Debbie) Castaneda; Robert Castaneda, Kenny (Tonja) Castaneda; David (Michelle) Castaneda; daughter DeAnna Castaneda; stepdaughter Roxane (Juan) Chacon; stepson Gabriel Miera; 16 grandchildren and ve great grandchildren with two on the way. She is also survived by a sister, Rosanna Vigil of Brighton, two nieces and a nephew.
Clinton M. Gri n was born on September 2,1934. He graduated from Brighton High School in 1953. roughout his childhood and high school, Clint enjoyed playing sports and was quite the athlete. Clint and the Brighton Bulldogs boys’ basketball team went to State twice, winning in 1952. Clint and his brother Gordon attended Brighton High School together, played on many teams together, and even competed against each other. ey maintained an extremely close relationship throughout their lives. ey enjoyed traveling and shared the same competitive spirits. Clint looked back on his high school career fondly and mentioned wanting to “play that Delta game over again!”
Clint married Kathryn Ne on August 29, 1959, in Akron, Ohio, Kathy’s home. Clint and Kathy had a wonderful marriage for over 54 years. e two spent those many loving years traveling and spending time with their family. Clint and Kathy had two children: Daniel G. and Shelly G. Danny and Shelly both graduated from Brighton High School, athletes in their own right. After graduation, Danny served in the U.S. Marine Corps and Shelly pursued a career in computer engineering. Shelly married Darin Whittington in 1987 in Lyons, Colorado. ey had ve daughters: Kailene R., Lindsey G., Emily M., Clara M., and Faith D. Clint enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and not only supported them throughout their sports careers, but each and every day. e entire family inherited his same competitive spirit.
Clint attended college for two years at UNC in Greeley and the University of Denver. Clint “didn’t know what (he) wanted to pursue” so he volunteered for the draft in 1956. He served two years in the Army, where he spent most of his time in
Army, he went back to DU part-time and graduated in 1963 (“only took ten years!”). Clint worked for Public Service Co. for 30 years from 1959 to 1989. Clint loved retired life and the free time to work on his golf game, coach his grandkids, spend time with the family dogs, and garden with Shelly.
Clint enjoyed going to the driving range, watching and attending many sporting events, bringing the “mutts” treats, catching up with friends at the Elk’s, going to breakfast, and giving everyone a hard time. He held season tickets for the Avalanche, Broncos, Nuggets, and Rockies throughout his life and was an avid New York Yankees fan. He will be remembered as the competitive, playful, and caring man he was to all that he encountered. Clint is survived by his daughter Shelly, son-in-law Darin, granddaughters Kailene, Lindsey, Emily, and
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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of Commerce City on July 15, 2024 at 6:00 p.m in a hybrid format, or as soon thereafter. Persons wishing to testify in person will need to appear at the Council Chambers, Commerce City Civic Center, 7887 E 60th Avenue. Persons wishing to testify virtually must register in advance. Registration information can be found at https://www.c3gov.com/government/ city-council/virtual-meetings or by phone or email requests submitted to the City Clerk at 303-227-8791 or dgibson@ c3gov.com. The hearing will also be broadcast on Channel 8 in Commerce City and livestreamed at https://www. c3gov.com/video.
Resolution 2024 – A RESOLUTION FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM APPROVING THE 2024 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY COLORADO
ATTEST:
Dylan A. Gibson, City Clerk
Legal Notice No. CCX1364
First Publication: June 27, 2024
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO
Notice is hereby given that this public hearing will be conducted on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. at the Commerce City Civic Center, 7887 East 60th Avenue. The Board of Adjustment will consider:
AU24-0001: Steven Welsh is requesting a Use-by-Permit for a Night Watchman’s Quarters in the I-2 (Medium-Intensity Industrial) zoning district, for the approximately 0.46 acres property located at 5567 Newport Street.
Advance registration for virtual testimony/ public input is required. Additional information and instructions to register for
testimony can be found in the published agenda at https://commerce.legistar.com and at https://www.c3gov.com/government/boards-commissions/zoning-boardof-adjustment or by contacting staff at 303-289-8137 or nberry@c3gov.com.
Notificatcion de un Proyecto de Desarrollo potencial cerca de su propiedad. Para servicios de traduccion en espanol, llame a Kimberly Adame 303-227-8818.
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Legal Notice No. CCX1363
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NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION PLAT APPROVAL COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO
Notice is hereby given that the following subdivision(s) will be considered for approval by the City of Commerce City Community Development Director on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.
S-762-20-21-24: Oakwood Homes is requesting approval of the Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment No. 1 final plat to create: 84 residential lots; five commercial lots; and 16 tracts for open space, utilities, drainage, and private right-of-way; and two tracts for future development. The subject property is approximately 35.55 acres, generally located between East 104th Avenue and Homestead Trail and between Walden Street and Tower Road, zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development)
S-762-20-21-24-24: Oakwood Homes is requesting approval of the Reunion Center Filing No. 1 Amendment No. 2 final plat to create: 106 residential lots; five commercial lots; and 11 tracts for open space, utilities, drainage, and private right-of-way. The subject property is approximately 15.25 acres, generally located between East 104th Avenue and Homestead Trail and between Walden Street and Yampa Street, zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development)
The case file(s) and a copy of the Land Development Code of the City together with the subdivision plat are on file for review by emailing the Community Development Department at cdplanner@ c3gov.com. Any owner of property located within 300 feet of the subject property may invoke the public hearing
process by submitting said objections in writing to the Director of Community Development in accordance with Sec. 21-3241 by no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024.
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NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT
NOTICE is hereby given that Legato West Community Authority of Adams County, Colorado, shall make retainage release payment at 7400 E Orchard Road, Suite 300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 on or after July 15, 2024, at the hour of 9:30, a.m. to the following:
Iron Woman
12503 E Euclid Drive, Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80111
For all work done by said Contractors in construction or work on the Phase One (1) Spine Infrastructure Improvements and performed within and/or for the Legato West Community Authority in the County of Adams, State of Colorado.
Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time for final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim to: Independent District Engineering Services, LLC, 1626 Cole Boulevard, Suite 125, Lakewood, CO 80401, on or before the date and time herein above shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Legato West Community Authority, its directors, officers, agents, consultants and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.
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Last Publication: June 27, 2024
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Public Notice
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Date: June 27, 2024
Sealed Request for Proposal (RFP) documents will be received by South Adams County Water and Sanitation District acting by and through its South Adams County Water and Sanitation District Activity Enterprise (Owner); Attn: Dawn Fredette, 6595 East 70th Avenue, Commerce City, CO 80022 until 2:00 p.m., local time, Thursday, August 1, 2024, for the project entitled “PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE RECORDS SYSTEM REPLACEMENT PROJECT”.
The District is conducting a competitive process to engage a consulting firm for assistance with the District’s Records Management System (RMS) Replacement Project. The consultant will assist the District in developing detailed documentation of user requirements and business processes, re-engineer processes where appropriate and develop detailed technical requirements for the new RMS system. The consultant will also be involved with assisting the District in developing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the purchase or development of a new system and the evaluation of the responses received. The work requirement will involve a combination of off-site work as well as work that shall be performed on the District facility site.
All documents must be in accordance with the Request for Proposal documents on file with the Owner, South Adams County Water and Sanitation District, 6595 East 70th Avenue, Commerce City, CO 80022.
Electronic files of the RFP documents for use in preparing qualifications may be obtained from the Owner. RFP documents will be available on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at no charge. Please contact Rod Gallegos, rgallegos@sacwsd.org for questions and to obtain electronic copies of the qualification documents.
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It is anticipated that the Award Letter will be issued after the August 14, 2024 Board of Directors meeting on the following day, August 15, 2024.
The District reserves the right to reject any and all qualifications, to waive informalities, and to reject non-conforming, nonresponsive, or conditional qualifications.
By: Vicki Ennis Secretary
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VELOCITY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 1
Porteos – PA-9A & PA-9C Streetlights
The Velocity Metropolitan District No. 1 (the “Owner”) is accepting sealed bids for Porteos – PA-9A & PA-9C Streetlights (“Project”). Sealed Bids for the Porteos – PA-9A & PA-9C Streetlights project will be received by the District Engineer (Merrick & Company), at 5970 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, until 10:00 a.m. local time on July 12, 2024. Bids shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope addressed to Velocity Metropolitan District No. 1 endorsed with the name of the Bidder and the Title “Porteos – PA-9A & PA-9C Streetlights”.
The Project will include:
• Streetlights along local roads near southeast corner of Jackson Gap Street and E 64th Ave in the City of Aurora. The project includes 13 streetlights and approximately 2,100 LF of conduit.
Bidding documents can be requested beginning June 13, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. There will be no charge for the bid documents. Contact Barney Fix at barney.fix@merrick.com to receive the PDF documents electronically.
Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the Bid date and time. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any errors or irregularities, and to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications including financial statements. The Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so.
For further information, please contact Barney Fix at Merrick & Company at 303-751-0741.
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Last Publication: June 27, 2024
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NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT
NOTICE is hereby given that the South Adams County Water and Sanitation District (“District”) of Adams County, Colorado, will make final payment at its offices at 6595 E. 70th Avenue, Commerce City, Colorado 80022, on July 8th, 2024, at the hour of 3:00 p.m. to Moltz Construction Inc., of 975 Merchant Court, Windsor, Colorado 80550 for work done by said Contractor(s) in construction work performed for the District.
Project Contractor: Moltz Construction, Inc.
Project Name: SACWSD 2023 Irrigation System Pump Upgrades Project Project Location: This project is generally located at the District’s Horizontal Collector Well No. 119 Station at 9798 McKay Road and the District’s Landmark Station at 10270 Landmark Drive.
The Phase 2 portion of work for the District’s 2023 Irrigation Pump Upgrades Project, consisting of installation of two new variable frequency drives at the Horizontal Collector Well No. 119 and two new horizontal split-case pumps at the Landmark Pump Station, has been completed. The District is hereby issuing this Notice of Final Payment for all aspects of the Project which fall under this Phase 2 portion. The Phase 1 portion of the work was previously closed out.
Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by any contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to the District at the above address, Attn: Dawn Fredette, District Clerk, on or before the date and time hereinabove shown. A verified statement shall not be deemed filed until in the actual possession of Ms. Fredette or in Ms. Fredette’s email Inbox (not spam folder) and viewable on her computer workstation. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release the District, its Board of Directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.
All of the above is pursuant to §38-26107, C.R.S.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT acting through its SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY WATER
AND SANITATION DISTRICT ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE
By: Vicki Ennis, Secretary
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First Publication: June 20, 2024
Last Publication: June 27, 2024
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Estate of Marcella Mae Schwartz, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 211
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before October 20, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Patty Jo Lamb
Personal Representative 6970 Jasmine St Commcerce City, CO 80022
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Last Publication: July 4, 2024
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In the Matter of the Estate of: Ronald Charles Boggs, a/k/a Ronald C. Boggs and Ronald Boggs, Deceased Case Number:2024PR30434
NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO § 15-10-401, C.R.S.
To: All interested persons and unknown heirs who may have an interest in the Estate of Ronald Charles Boggs a/k/a Ronald C. Boggs and Ronald Boggs, Deceased.
A NOTICE OF HEARING WITHOUT APPEARANCE PURSUANT TO C.R.P.P. 24 on the PETITION FOR ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY AND FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE and the (PROPOSED) ORDER OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS AND FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:
Date: July 25, 2024
Time: 8:00 am
Address: District Court, Adams
County, State of Colorado Adams County Justice Center 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601
The hearing will take approximately 30 minutes
Howard Boggs c/o Law Office of Byron K. Hammond, LLC 4500 Cherry Creek Drive South, Suite 960 Denver, CO 80246
Legal Notice No. CCX1358
First Publication: June 20, 2024
Last Publication: July 4, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of PRAMOD KUMAR SINGH, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30336
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before October 13, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Sanjay Singh
Personal Representative Law Office of Shelley Thompson, LLC Attorney for Personal Representative 6400 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Ste. 300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Legal Notice No. CCX1351
First Publication: June 13, 2024 Last Publication: June 27, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Orval Arthur Lewis, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 167
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before October 21, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Robert A. Lewis
Personal Representative 2591 W 110th Ave Westminster, CO 80234
Legal Notice No. CCX1356
First Publication: June 20, 2024
Last Publication: July 4, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
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Arvada In-N-Out Burger moves closer to opening
BY RYLEE DUNN RDUNN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Some big players in the sandwich game are getting ready to open up shop in the Arvada Marketplace at 52nd Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, as California burger chain In-NOut Burger moves closer to its opening day and Colorado-based sub shop Snarf’s Sandwiches has submitted a business license to the city and is moving into the former Newk’s Eatery. ough no o cial opening date for In-N-Out has been set, the burger spot is now hiring for its Arvada location. Arvada’s Manager of City Planning and Development Rob Smetana said that
the city’s tra c team has discussed an informal tra c mitigation plan with In-N-Out, but that a formal plan has not been submitted yet.
Smetana said an approved tra c mitigation plan would be needed before the store can host its grand opening.
Tra c from the In-N-Out has been a major concern since the Arvada location was announced, as the intersection of 52nd Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard is the second-busiest in the state, according to Arvada Planning Commission Chair Michael Gri th and CDOT data. e intersection lies just north of the I-70 and I-76 interchange.
“CDOT will want insurance that the queue of vehicles for this restaurant
during grand opening and through regular service will not back cars onto Wadsworth Blvd,” Steve Loe er, a permits unit supervisor with CDOT said in an email to project stakeholders. Loefer also asked for “insurance” (sic) that the queuing for the restaurant would not back up onto Wadsworth.
In the same shopping center, Snarf’s is set to open its second Arvada location (though its rst, located at 88th Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, technically has a Westminster address, despite being listed by the sub shop as being in Arvada) at 7450 West 52nd Avenue #110, which used to be a Newk’s Eatery until that establishment closed recently.
Executive Director of the Arvada Economic Development Association Iza Petrykowska said the city has received a business license from Snarf’s, and Snarf’s spokesperson Helen Wood said that although the opening date is not set in stone, the restaurant is eyeing early July.
“Arvada is an area that continues to grow,” Wood said. “It has a great mix of both commercial and residential properties which creates a perfect environment for us. We’re excited to serve up some hot toasted sandwiches to our new neighbors!”
e Snarf’s at 52nd and Wadsworth will be the 40th location for the sub shop, which was founded in Boulder.
