Parents share mixed reactions on an earlier back-to-school at Adams 14
slightly longer, which allows holiday breaks to be preserved.
e early August start for the Adams 14 School District wasn’t a misprint of the calendar, but instead a move to enact a state-mandated plan to increase the number of academic instruction hours.
Two years ago, Adams 14 narrowly avoided school closures by committing to a comprehensive improvement plan, including improving students’ reading levels, increasing attendance, raising high school graduation rates, and boosting CMAS scores. To meet these goals, schools in the district, including Alsup Elementary, adjusted their schedules to start earlier in August and end later in May. Regular school days are also
Alexander Rivas, a senior at Lester Arnold High School, has a little sister who attends Alsup and was waiting for her to be released on a summer afternoon earlier this week.
He sees the earlier start date as a positive change: the sooner school starts, the sooner summer begins, he said.
Not all parents and guardians who were waiting outside of Alsup shared the same enthusiasm. Local business owner and mother Colleen “Vianney” Carmona expressed her frustration with the schedule change.
“I’d rather school start a little bit later in the month, like maybe two weeks after now, say, mid-August,” she said.
Carmona said that she didn’t believe parents were given a clear explanation for the earlier start date, which felt unexpectedly sprung on them. She also brought up the ursday “late start” schedule, which works for her but might cause issues for other parents.
In Alsup’s delayed start on ursdays, school begins at 10:30 a.m. While the delay is intended to provide teachers with necessary planning time, it’s created a logistical challenge for many working parents who can’t nd transportation or child care, especially if their children are too young to stay home alone in the morning and take the bus later.
New suit targets Suncor
BY MONTE WHALEY MWHALEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Commerce City has been pummeled so long by toxins spewed by local energy companies — including Suncor Energy — that some residents have almost grown used to the bad water and air that surround them every day, City Councilor Renee M. Chacon said this week.
Chacon hopes a lawsuit led in U.S. District Court this week will make Suncor answer for its environmental abuses. e suit asks a federal judge to force the Suncor re nery to comply with the Clean Air Act, mitigate and o set harm done to the public for violating the federal law and assess nes for each violation of the Clean Air Act up to $121,275 per day.
e lawsuit lists 28 speci c claims against Suncor and claims that “Suncor consistently and continuously violates the air pollution limits imposed by regulations and conditions of its air permits.”
Chacon said in a news release that nes may not be a big enough punishment for Suncor.
“Commerce City has been the sacri ce zone for corporations like Suncor for so long, the abuse to my community has been normalized and even expected to happen for Colorado’s economy,” said Chacon, who is also a member of the activist group GreenLatinos. “No more normalizing this level of cumulative pollution for any community, Suncor should be prosecuted for more than just nes, especially in a state that has acknowledged environmental justice should be a human right to access clean air, land, water, and a better quality of life for all.”
Gov. Jared Polis visited Dupont Elementary on Aug. 6 to announce a program to help provide teachers with classroom resources. Go to Donorschoose.org for more information. COURTESY ADAMS 14
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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 303-405-3298 and ask for the Legal Self-Help Clinic at least 24 hours before.
Mosquito Prevention
with proper ltration and chlorination levels, limit watering lawn and plants to avoid water pooling 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.
‘I Voted’ design competition opens to high school students
e Colorado Secretary of State’s O ce is inviting high school students to participate in its “I Voted” digital sticker competition. e winning design will be sent to voters via BallotTrax after they vote in the upcoming General Election. It will also be featured on the Secretary of State’s website, media channels, press releases and in media coverage. Sta from the Colorado Secretary of State’s O ce will also present the award during an assembly at the artist’s school. e entry deadline is Sept. 2. More information can be found at https:// www.sos.state.co.us/pubs//elections/votedSticker/contest.html.
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.
Homeowners should also maintain swimming pools and spas
Gov. Polis highlights $2.7 million classroom investment
Gov. Jared Polis, in partnership with DonorsChoose, has announced $2.7 million in funding from the Governor Emergency Education Relief to help educators make purchases that support students. Teachers can receive up to $600 in supplies per classroom. To learn more about this opportunity, teachers should visit donorschoose.org and enter the code COLORADO. Teachers can submit their project requests beginning in early August, until funds are fully allocated.
rado voters in November. e nonpartisan Common Sense Institute will highlight these issues in its 2024 ballot guide, a resource for voters that includes data, analysis and a description of the issues. A discussion costs $25 and will take place from 7:30-9 a.m. Sept. 10 at the Dome at AMG, 6295 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Greenwood Village. Link: https://tinyurl.com/ mvanhk27.
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. To get started, visit our website at https://businessinthornton.com/ local-business/small-businesssupport-programs/business- nancial-assistance.
‘Taking No Chances’
Unscrambling the 2024 November ballot over breakfast
A fur ban, property taxes, school choice, the fate of mountain lions and more are topics before Colo-
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.
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
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.
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.
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Less Than 3% of Homeowners Took Advantage of Clean Energy Tax Credits in 2023
The Biden Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) included generous incentives to homeowners who invest in clean energy (such as solar panels) or in energy improvements (such as improved insulation, windows or doors).
Only 3.4 million households took advantage of those tax credits nationwide on their 2023 tax returns. That was just under 2.5% of filed tax returns. In Colorado, the number was 65,810 households, or 2.9% of tax returns filed. The states with the largest participation were California, Florida and Texas, but only Florida saw over 3% of tax returns that included the tax credit (3.26%), and the other two states had rates lower than Colorado’s.
seems to be the case since 15 percent of the 3.4 million nationwide returns which took advantage of the tax credit had Adjusted Gross Incomes under $50,000. Just under half of the returns had AGIs under $100,000. The largest bracket was AGIs of $100-200,000 that numbered 1.2 million returns or 35% of all filed returns.
the installation of geothermal heat pump systems. The average tax credit taken for those systems was $12,078.
A total of $8.4 billion in tax credits was taken by taxpayers. The program is still active, and any taxpayer who wants to reduce his/her home’s operating costs should seriously consider taking advantage of the tax credits, which remain in place through 2032. I have posted a link for its provisions at http:// RealEstateToday.substack.com
One of the smallest amounts, $55.4 million in tax credits, were claimed by 36,820 households nationwide for my favorite investment, energy audits.
The average tax credit for home energy improvement such as solar panels, solar water heating and home battery installations was $5,084. The average credit for improvement in energy efficiency, such as better windows, air sealing and heat pumps, was $882.
Questions to Ask When Buying a Solar-Powered Home
I have always said that the most affordable way to “go solar” is to buy a home that’s already solar-powered. The reason is that the price differential on a solar-powered home versus a home that is not solar-powered is minimal. (Don’t invest in solar if you’re not keeping your home at least 5-10 years, because you won’t recover the cost of your investment when you sell your home.)
So, let’s say you’re buying a solar-
powered home. Most of what you need to know should be on the MLS. Is the system owned or leased, or is it owned by a 3rd party which sells the electricity to the home owner under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)? The MLS says when it was installed and how big it is (in kilowatts), but you’ll need to find out if it still performs efficiently. You might want to hire an agent like me to represent you in your purchase.
The intention of the program is to benefit working families and small businesses to lower their utility expenses by improving their homes and offices. That
Your Best Deal on an EV Is a Used One From a Dealer
I learned the hard way that you can’t get a good deal on a used EV unless you buy it from a dealer. The reason is that there’s a 30% Clean Vehicle tax credit up to $4,000 on used EVs, but only if they are under $25,000 and purchased from a dealer. I have posted on http://RealEstateToday.substack.com a link to the IRS web page with the details on qualifying for the tax credit.
I tried selling my 2015 Model S, but no one wanted it at a reasonable price, so I ended up selling it to CarMax. Google “Used EVs Under $25,000” and you’ll see there are lots to choose from.
August 15th is the day which Denver’s MLS, REcolorado, set for removing buyer agent compensation from all MLS listings in compliance with the March 15th settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and a class of home sellers in Missouri. NAR had set the deadline for Aug. 17th. August 15th is also the date that new state-approved contracts consistent with the NAR settlement become mandatory in Colorado. I wrote about that on Aug. 1st. (see www.JimSmithColumns.com.)
Theoretically, home buyers will start paying the brokers who represent them in the purchase of real estate, but I will be surprised if a single home buyer pays anything at all for professional representation. That’s because most sellers will agree to offer compensation, leaving any seller who does not offer compensa-
Although the credits vary from one improvement to another, it is generally a 30% on the cost of the improvement, including labor. The most popular improvement is solar photovoltaic installations, claimed by 752,300 households nationwide. The second most popular improvement was insulation, followed by exterior windows and skylights and central air conditioners.
Heat pump HVAC systems and heat pump water heaters were also a popular improvement, claimed by 267,780 and 104,180 households respectively.
Just under $1 billion in tax credits were claimed by 80,730 taxpayers for
Archive of Past Columns Is Online
Over the past two decades, this column has appeared in local weeklies and the Denver Post, and during that time I’ve written about every conceivable topic related to real estate. You can find and search that archive online at www.JimSmithColumns.com
Commissions Off the MLS
tion in an untenable position — no buyer will want to make an offer on homes that require them to pay their agent. Keep in mind that most buyers are already heavily burdened in the transaction to buy a home, especially when they are having to finance their purchase with a mortgage at 6% or higher interest rates. They have to pay for inspection, for appraisal, for loan origination, first-year’s home insurance premium, and for escrow deposits to cover next year’s property taxes and insurance renewal. Only cash buyers are spared those heavy upfront costs. If sellers wants to attract buyers, they will need to offer compensation. It’s just that they can’t advertise it on the MLS. They’ll still let buyers know, either on a home-specific website (like we provide), on a sign rider, or in a brochure.
We Need to Level-Up Sustainability & Recycling
Have you heard of toilet paper made from bamboo? I hadn’t either, but when I read the pitch for it, I was sold. Regular toilet paper is made, like other paper, from trees. But trees grow back slowly, whereas bamboo is famous for growing quickly. It would be a lot better for the planet if everyone switched to bamboo toilet paper. Rita and I received our first order last week, and we are sold on it. It’s the only toilet paper we’ll buy now, online from both Amazon and Costco.com. I made another discovery recently. Those plastic jars you buy for everything from yogurt to milk and milk substitutes are wrapped in plastic that must be removed in order to recycle the bottle. At left is a picture of two quart bottles, plus a third in the middle with its label removed. The back of the milk bottle contains the notice shown at right:
It’s common practice in our home now to cut those plastic wrappers off and trash them before putting the bottles in the recycling bin. Some bottles, such as Activia’s Probiotic Dailies, have a marked “zipper” on them, making it easy. Others don’t even tell you that the wrapper must be removed, and you need a pointed knife to remove the wrap.
When we were in New Zealand in February, I saw a bicycle in the window of a Nespresso storefront. Looking closer, there was a sign on it saying that the bike’s aluminum frame was made of recycled Nespresso pods. We have one of Nespresso’s coffee makers, and now we keep one of their free postage paid recycling bags under the counter in our kitchen. Call Nespresso at 855-325-5781, and they’ll mail you some. K-cups can be recycled curbside after you remove the lid and contents. Do you want to help reduce the amount of single-use plastic? It’s becoming popular for restaurant-goers to bring Tupperware containers with them for leftovers. Rita does that. Also, there’s increasing popularity of “refill shops” where you buy bulk dry and liquid groceries to refill your own bottles or containers. Here’s a map from Googling it.
Adams 14 finance o cer sees rosy future
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Doug Moss has been the Chief Financial O cer of school district Adams 14 for almost three years, and was awarded the Colorado Department of Business O cials’ 2024 Distinguished Service award this past summer break. e award honors “individuals who have made an outstanding contribution and/or service to the Colorado Association of School Executives, CASE, and to the DBO, to a school district or to education on a national level,” according to the CASE website.
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As Moss likes to put it, as “a white boy from the Eastern Plains,” he was ready to take on the challenge of helping Adams 14 get back on its nancial feet when superintendent Dr. Karla Loría texted him asking him if he would like to be part of the Adams 14 sta .
With school back in session and Moss celebrating his award, La Ciudad spoke to Moss to hear what his experience working with Adams 14 has been like and to learn about the power of teamwork through his perspective. is article has been edited for clarity and length.
Colorado Community Media: Doug, please tell us about yourself? How did you get to where you are today?
Doug Moss: Let’s see. I’ve been in school nance for over 25 years, and I happened to be at a school district up north in Weld-RE1, which is Platteville, Gilcrest and LaSalle. Dr. (Karla) Loría reached out to my signi cant other and asked if I might be interested in wanting to come here as a CFO. And so Karla got my phone number and texted me and said, ‘Hey, I want you to apply.’ And so I did. And then, like, the next day, she called and said, ‘Hey, can you do a quick virtual meeting?’ So I had a virtual meeting with her and Mr. Marquez, and the next day, I was getting ready to go to Glenwood Springs. She goes, can you stop by and meet some of the sta ? So I came and met some of the sta , and then she called me on my way up to Glenwood and said, ‘Your sta gave you an A-plus. Can you have another meeting on
Monday?’ So we had a meeting on Monday, and then Monday night, I got an o er, and I accepted, and I’m just happy I did. I love it here.
CCM: What else drew you to Adams 14?
Moss: ey had already been going through all the state board stu , and they also had a state review panel, which I call an SRP. ey had the panel come and they just pretty much tried to destroy the district. Well, it so happened that my boss at the time up in Weld was actually on the SRP committee, and he was talking so down about the district and how things were, and it just hit me wrong.
is is me thinking: You don’t talk about another district that way. You don’t even know what they go through on a day-to-day basis, you know. And so I was very angry about that, and I’m like, you know, Karla is in a bad spot, anyway. She’s there as a superintendent, but can’t act as a superintendent, so you don’t know what you’re talking about. I’ve dealt with communities like Commerce City in all my years, and I’m like, I want to go and make a di erence. I think I can make a di erence and help this district get turned around, make their nances better, and get involved in the community.
CCM: In a press release from Adams 14, it mentioned that you have helped serve the needs of underserved populations and brought awareness to school funding challenges through a rural perspective. Could you tell me more about this? What is your rural perspective?
Moss: So my rural perspective is that I was at the Manzanola
School District (in Otero County, east of Pueblo). It’s similar to Commerce City; low-income, free and reduced lunches and Hispanic and Spanish populations. ey are one family, and they accept you if you accept them. You know, being a white boy from the Eastern plains and stu , I grew up in an all-white area. So when I went to college, you know, I nally got in the mix (and) I went to Pueblo.
CCM: Aside from the challenges you have mentioned, what did the process look like? What advice would you o er to those, especially CFOs who perhaps nd themselves in a similar situation like you did?
Moss: When I rst got here, we had all the ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund) dollars for COVID, and the district had a lot of our sta being paid through those dollars. Well, this was two years ago, and I went to Dr. Loria, and I’m like, do you realize there’s like 100 and some sta members being paid out of E grants, and that E grant goes away in two years? ese people will not have a job unless we move them to the general fund now. at was my goal — to move everybody that next year into the general fund, and that’s when we had to reorganize the central o ce.
CCM: What have been some of the most important things that you have learned that have shaped your approach to your career, especially with Adams 14? You mentioned a lot about teamwork.
Moss: In the prior years, we may have had a meeting, but it was more superintendent-driven, where Dr. Loría brings in her cabinet team, and it sets the tone, but then we, as a group, throw in our two cents in, she hears it, and then we give her the best advice that we can give. at’s my thinking of it.
CCM: Is there anything you are looking forward to working on, or something that you would like to discuss that is important for parents or students to know about the school year in terms of nances and budgeting for Adams 14?
Doug Moss, Chief Financial O cer of the Adams 14 school district, won the 2024 DBO Distinguished Service award. COURTESY
Adams County appoints Nelsen as People and Culture Services director
BY STAFF REPORT
A former Human Resources leader in Greeley and Denton, Texas will be tasked with improve inclusivity and growth in Adams County operations, according to an Aug. 1 news release.
Adams County announced the appointment of John Nelsen as the new Director of People & Culture Services. He has served as the department’s interim director since August.
Before joining Adams County, Nelsen held signi cant leadership positions at various organizations,
including the City of Greeley where he served as Human Resources Deputy Director, and the City of Denton, Texas, where he held multiple roles such as Chief Diversity & Inclusion O cer, Talent Acquisition and Development Manager, and HR Business Partner.
“John’s deep expertise and commitment to a people-centered approach make him the perfect t for leading our P&C Department, said County Manager Noel Bernal. “His proven track record and dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment will be instrumental in driving the cultural
transformation we aim to achieve. We look forward to his leadership in continuing to build a strong, dynamic, and thriving workforce here at Adams County.”
In his new role, Nelsen will drive initiatives to foster growth, inclusivity, and excellence within the organization.
“ is opportunity allows me to continue my passion for fostering a people-centered culture and driving meaningful change,” Nelson said. “Jane Goodall once said, ‘What you do makes a di erence, and you have to decide what kind of a di erence you want to make.’ I have always
tried to make positive di erences in the lives of others and am con dent that together, we will create an environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to our collective success in serving our community.”
Nelsen holds a Master of Public Administration in Human Resources from the University of North Texas and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Psychology from Brigham Young University. He is certi ed as a Professional in Human Resources, a Society for Human Resource Management Certi ed Professional and a Certi ed Diversity Professional.
Marvin Joseph Gaschler, beloved brother and uncle, 79, of Brighton, Colorado, died July 26, 2024.
Marvin was born in Quinter, Kansas on July 13, 1945, to parents Rudolph and Amelia Gaschler. Marvin was raised in Brighton along with his two sisters, Margie and Linda.
Marvin graduated from Brighton High School in 1963.
memorable trip to the company store. He retired in 2007.
Marvin lived frugally. He was not one to travel far from home, nor upgrade his worldly possessions current with the times.
Marvin served his country as a soldier in the Seventh Army of the United States Army from October 1965 to October 1967.
Both before and after he was drafted, Marvin worked at Samsonite. He retired in 2007 after 42 years with the company.
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, sister Maribeth, and sister Margie.
Marvin is survived by his sister, Linda (Jim) Humphrey of Brighton, and many admiring nieces and nephews. Marvin was also a loving and caring Great Granduncle, who no doubt passed along his legacy of family adoration to the last generation to know and love him in person.
Marvin Joseph Gaschler, loved by both family and friends, passed away July 26, 2024, after su ering a fatal fall. As he passed away, he was surrounded by family.
Marvin grew up in Brighton, the son of Rudolph and Amelia Gaschler, and middle brother to older sister Margie and younger sister Linda. His baby sister Maribeth passed away at a very young age.
In 1963, he graduated from Brighton High School.
After two years of employment at Samsonite, Marvin was drafted and served his country in the United States Army. He was dispatched to locations near and far as part of the Seventh Army (Seven Steps to Hell) from October 1965 to October 1967. He proudly served in the combat-ready eld army defending the same Western European land that had been liberated in World War II. During service, he was fortunate to visit his ancestral home of Germany. Service to country was followed by longevity in the workforce and a career spanning 42 years at Samsonite. He used his learned trade to x family suitcases and baggage, and provide the opportunity for a
Marvin was a bachelor. Perhaps knowing his own personal demons all too well, he chose not to venture into the arena of family man, husband, or father. He spent his days largely in solitude. At all times, he carried himself with the dignity of self-su ciency. He enjoyed hunting and shing and made many memorable trips to the Colorado mountains and plains of Western Kansas with his brother-in-law Jim and his nephews. He would use the opportunity to visit relatives still living on the family farm in St. Peter, Kansas. He also enjoyed his time on the gun range with friends and family.
He was imbued with the values of his generation, and the generation that preceded it. He pinched his pennies, but would gladly share with others, including but certainly not limited to the Colorado Lottery. He was organized and meticulous, maybe, or maybe not, to a fault.
Like so many others, Marvin fought the demons of alcohol. But he never let it interfere with his ability to hold down his job, or as an excuse to break the law, or commit any crime other than perhaps the stranger’s perception of curmudgeon. He had a good heart. In large measure, he was mostly misunderstood and perhaps toward the end, hard of hearing and ostensibly inattentive, indi erent, or unwilling to listen. But he loved those around him and would even bless them with his presence when his strong natural inclination was to avoid attention and crowds.
He was deeply loved from afar and viewed with a ection. His ability to confront life’s di culties without imposing on his relatives is a largely unappreciated and unacknowledged gift. He will be remembered for it, and the valuable lessons it teaches.
Marvin’s family will, with hearts full of love, remember him most of all as a man’s man. He valued accountability, selfsu ciency, frugality, and a good meal. He shared his values with his family, and he led by example.
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Marvin Joseph Gaschler July 13, 1945 - July 26 2024
Colorado Community Media 5K to support firefighters
Event looks to build friendships centered around trails
BY NINA JOSS NJOSS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Community members will gather to run, walk and raise money to support local re ghting e orts at an upcoming 5-kilometer race in Robert F. Clement Park.
e “Share Your Trail Tales 5K” event and related storytelling initiative will be hosted by Colorado Community Media, the nonpro t that owns the Littleton Independent and two dozen other local newspapers around the metro area.
Events Director Carlie Scott said the event aims “to bring our communities together through our shared love for the great outdoors and to showcase all the beauty Colorado has to o er.”
It will also bene t the rst responders to the Quarry re, which erupted in early August
in the Deer Creek Canyon area, many who are volunteers from local re departments and the American Red Cross.
“ is event is not only about enjoying nature, but also about giving back,” Scott said. “It’s an opportunity for our community to support our local volunteer re ghters, whose extraordinary e orts have saved countless homes and protected vast areas of wildlife and open space.”
e run takes place at 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 24 at Robert F. Clement Park, located at 7306 W. Bowles Ave. in unincorporated Je erson County, just west of Littleton. e course will include two laps on the bike path around the lake, according to the event’s webpage.
Scott said a local competitive dance group will perform after the race, and other local businesses and vendors will be on site.
Leading up to the event, community members can share stories about and photos of their favorite Colorado parks and trails at https://tinyurl.com/h2s562d5.
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New homes from $400s
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.
As part of the “Share Your Trail Tales” 5K storytelling initiative, one community member submitted this photo of the Bear Creek Greenbelt Trail in Lakewood.
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A LETTER TO OUR READERS
To our loyal supporters,
ere’s a saying in journalism that newspaper production is a daily or a weekly miracle. A er the last few weeks, we’ve performed a few such miracles to make sure you can continue to receive your local newspaper.
I’m writing to update you about some short-term (potential) delivery delays, to provide information about the reasons, and to thank you for your continued support of your community newspaper.
As you may know, Colorado Community Media’s parent company, the National Trust for Local News, has been busy building a new, local commercial printing facility to serve Front Range newspapers. is move sets up our newspapers for more economic sustainability and the potential for future editorial investments – in other words, a stronger, more vibrant community news source.
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Registration costs $35 for individuals ages 17 and above, and $15 for youth between the ages of ve and 16. Children ages four and under can join the race for free. Runners who register early will receive a pair of custom running socks, according to the event’s webpage.
Race-day registration is also available for an additional $10 from 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. on Aug. 24 at Clement Park Shelter Q. Race packets may be picked up that morning at Shelter P. Scott said events like the 5K are important because they create opportunities for community members to connect with each other.
“In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel isolated and disconnected,” she said. “ ese events provide a chance to slow down, enjoy the beauty around us and share meaningful experiences with our neighbors.”
More: Participants can register for the event at https:// coloradocommunitymedia.com/2024/05/04/share-yourtrail-tales-5k/. Scott encourages community members to share photos and stories about their favorite trails at https:// tinyurl.com/h2s562d5.
FUTURE
Moss: I would like to focus on getting as many students back that we’ve lost in the last two or three years because of this turnaround. I believe with our new academies at the high school and the middle schools, that we’ll start seeing people within the Commerce City community who have either moved their student to a charter or to a neighboring district see the good strides that are happening now. I think you’ll start to see Ad-
ams 14 students coming back who have left. A major focus for me is getting those families back who were scared when they thought they were going to shut down the district, or thought, “Oh, my God, it’s going to be dissolved. I’m going to have to go to a neighboring district, and I don’t want to leave my school.” at’s one thing about this community. ey are so driven by their community. ey want to keep this place going, and that’s one of my major focuses.
with, and they’re involved, but they’re not micromanaging. ey
CCM: Is there anything else you would like to discuss that I haven’t mentioned yet, or something that you think is important for La Ciu-
say is the district is making strides, and we’re going in the right direction now. Dr. Loría started three years ago and once the management company that was here, she let them leave, or basically told them to leave, she started on her own. I think that was a big plus for this district, and the school board has been very supportive of everything that Dr. Loría and our sta are doing. You know, this is one of the best school boards I’ve ever worked
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One person uploaded this photo of their dog at the Genesee Mountain Trail for the “Share Your Trail Tales” 5K storytelling initiative.
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SUNCOR
e complaint claims that Suncor has repeatedly violated the Clean Air Act by failing to control hazardous emissions from its Commerce City re nery, resulting in long-lasting harm to surrounding communities in north Denver. Earthjustice led the lawsuit on behalf of GreenLatinos, the Sierra Club, and 350 Colorado.
Before ling the lawsuit, Earthjustice and its clients documented over 9,000 instances of Clean Air Act violations, according to the lawsuit. at includes exceeding federal limits of airborne particulate matter, toxic emissions like benzene and formaldehyde, and other dangerous pollutants, according to an Earthjustice news release.
In 2020 alone, the Suncor re nery emitted approximately 20 tons of hazardous air pollutants, 500 tons of carbon monoxide, 50 tons of nitrogen oxides, 125 tons of particulate matter, 450 tons of volatile organic compounds, and 230 tons of sulfur dioxide, the news release states.
Suncor’s pollutants pose an ongoing health threat to the re nery’s neighbors, predominantly commu-
REACTIONS
To accommodate parents, Alsup o ers a ursday morning childcare program. However, spaces in this program are limited, and ll up quickly, leaving many families on their own to nd alternative ar-
nities of color who are more likely to be economically disadvantaged. Residents of neighboring zip codes su er disproportionately from high rates of asthma, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, according to the news release.
Earthjustice clients and those impacted by the Suncor re nery sought meaningful enforcement action against the re nery from the state of Colorado and the Environmental Protection Agency before taking legal action. e EPA recently issued a Notice of Violation to Suncor about some of the same violations in the groups’ suit, the news release states.
e groups seek to require remediation for Suncor’s extensive violations and to deter the re nery from continued Clean Air Act violations going forward with the lawsuit, the news release states.
“Our members have been very concerned about the pollution from Suncor for years,” said Heidi Leathwood with 350 Colorado. “ eir health concerns have been ignored for too long. No matter how many times Suncor is sanctioned they continue the same pattern of exceeding their permit limits without regard for the community. It’s time for that to end.”
“We are exercising our right to challenge Suncor, who has been
rangements. Stephanie Medina, a mother of four, said her children had mixed reactions to their summer being cut short; some were excited to start a new school year while others were not ready for summer to end. Medina was not a fan of the ursday delayed start but understood there might be reasons related to teachers’ needs.
Another parent, Jessica Marquez,
emboldened by a regulatory enforcement system that has not been successful in bringing it into compliance,” said Ean omas Tafoya, Colorado State Director with GreenLatinos in the news release.
“Our members and my mother in North Denver are impacted. We have made a commitment to continue to use more sophisticated legal strategies in self-defense for the community,” omas Tafoya said.
A Suncor spokesman could not be reached for comment.
EPA spokeswoman Marisa Lubeck
felt the shorter summer break wasn’t su cient. She o ered a broader perspective on a potential rise in test scores and instead pointed out that there is an ongoing struggle between accommodating educational improvements and addressing the practical needs of families.
Marquez suggested that the school district should also focus on students’ home lives and parental
said in a statement that federal and state governments recently issued a joint 140-page Notice of Violation to Suncor for extensive, alleged air violations.
“ is notice is the most signicant step that EPA has taken against Suncor for repeated alleged air violations and more information is available in the EPA/Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment July press release. We are also reviewing a copy of the complaint led by Earthjustice yesterday,” Lubeck said.
support.
“It’s on both parties,” she said.
In the midst of these changes, some parents found humor in the situation.
”I am so glad they are out of the house and I can nally enjoy some peace and quiet,” joked Daniel Torres, grinning from ear to ear as his children barreled toward him at the end of the school day.
The Suncor refinery in Commerce City is being sued by environmental groups. FILE PHOTO
Professional Bull Riding electrifies Adams County Fair
Local bull riders enjoy Colorado camaraderie
BY JIMMIE SEARFOSS SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
Anyone can buy a ticket for a ride at the Adams County Fair, but when it comes to bulls, their ticket is better o three steel fences away.
On Aug. 1, 19 Professional Bull Riding representatives stood within those cages for the pleasure of sitting atop a 1,500-pound animal that doesn’t want them there for the chance at thousands of dollars.
Like horse racing, these animals’ names range from laughable to intimidating. Charlie Hayes, a rider from South Fork, sat atop Hairy Warts for his run. One second after nodding his head to start, Hayes no longer sat upon Mr. Warts.
Short runs are not unusual, but leaving completely healthy is.
“It was de nitely tough,” Hayes said. “It’s always good when you get out of the arena on your own two feet. Sometimes it’s not easy to have a smile on your face, it’s just the blessing of being able to do it every day and go to the next spot.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 24
Rider Jaxton Mortensen holds his hand to the sky atop the coincidentallynamed bull, Rafter.
BULL RIDING
Hayes is one of ve riders hailing from the Centennial State that competed, another out-of-the-ordinary part of the event. Hayes travels across the country to compete in near-daily rodeos often sparsely populated with Coloradans.
“With regards to Colorado and bull riders, there’s not a lot of us,” Hayes said. “You’re going to go down to Texas and everybody in their brother has either been on a bull or knows somebody that rides bulls so it’s a little bit interesting.”
In rodeo culture, there is usually a strong camaraderie among the competitors. Risking a horn to the gut on a daily basis doesn’t leave much emotional room for beef backstage, but there is a special relationship amongst the small group that hails from Colorado.
“Keeping everybody supported is the one thing that I see with regards to Colorado and bull riders is the support is always there,” Hayes said. “It’s like that best friend that you had in high school where you don’t see him for four or ve years, but as soon as you see him, you pick up right where you left o .”
at support goes a long way, especially in a sport as physically taxing as bull riding. Shortly after getting bucked o at the Adams County Fair, Hayes and several other riders packed into a truck to go do it again the next day in North Dakota.
e athletes are forced to priori-
tize their time between attending to injuries and sleeping between their driving shifts. e bond among the riders plays a large role in keeping spirits high in the bullpen.
“ e camaraderie of just being able to pick up right where you left o and have a smiling face wherever you are at the next one,” Hayes said. “ at’s what’s pretty big for me.” ose who competed at the Adams County Fair are most of the same Coloradans Hayes sees while in season, but he rarely gets to see a home crowd.
e PBR tour normally stops in the Rocky Mountain state twice a year, but this season only has one event in Colorado. e opportunity to be less than an hour from home made the one-stop a special one. “ at was amazing, man. Being able to have a whole head of sleep on you and wake up in your own bed and be able to go to the bull ride,” Hayes said. “It was de nitely nice coming back to Colorado and being home.”
Rider Clay Padgett holds onto Yellow Hair in one of the first rides of the event.
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Public Notice
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, August 27, 2024.
S-843-24: Norris Design on behalf of Lennar Colorado LLC, is requesting approval of the Third Creek West Filing 5 final plat to create 293 lots, 44 tracts, and dedicate public right of way from approximately 74.94 acres. The property is generally located south of East 108th Avenue and east of E-470 tollway, currently 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, August 26, 2024.
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Legal Notice No. CCX1395
First Publication: August 15, 2024
Last Publication: August 15, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Public Notice
CITY OF COMMERCE CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE MARIJUANA LICENSING AUTHORITY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on August 26, 2024, to consider the Medical and Retail Marijuana Manufacturer license applications for CB CO Manufacturing, LLC located at 9690 Dallas St. #A, Commerce City, CO 80022, filed on May 9, 2024. Managing member Brad Pollack 724 S. Flamingo Ct. Denver, CO 80640. The public hearing will be held at the Commerce City Civic Center, 7887 E. 60th Ave. Court/Council Chambers Commerce City, CO 80022 at 10:00 AM.
Legal Notice No. CCX1393
First Publication: August 15, 2024
Last Publication: August 15, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AN-268-24
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of Commerce City in a hybrid format, on August 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. 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. Advance registration for in-person testimony is not required. 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 hearings will also be broadcast on Channel 8 in Commerce City and livestreamed at https://www. c3gov.com/video
The purpose of the public hearing will be to determine whether that property legally described on attached Exhibit “A” meets the applicable requirements of the statutes of the State of Colorado and is eligible for annexation to the City of Commerce City.
Any interested person may appear at the public hearing and be heard regarding the matter under consideration and/or may submit in writing prior to the public hearing any matter relative to the public hearing.
Notice is further given that, prior to final approval of this annexation proceeding, minor amendments may be made to the legal description for the property which is the subject of this annexation proceeding, based upon the evidence presented at the public hearing.
A copy of the petition initiating the annexation proceeding is on file in the office of the city clerk of the City of Commerce City, 7887 East 60th Avenue Commerce City, Colorado, 80022.
Dated this July 16, 2024.
CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO /s/ Dylan Gibson, City Clerk
A RESOLUTION FINDING SUBSTANTIAL COMPLIANCE OF THE ANNEXATION PETITION IN CASE AN-268-24 KNOWN AS THE ANDERSON RANCH ANNEXATION AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY FOR SUCH ANNEXATION
NO. 2024-069
WHEREAS, there was presented to and filed with the City Council of the City of Commerce City, Colorado (“City”), a written petition dated February 16, 2024 by Anderson Trust in case No. AN-268-24 (“Petition”) seeking annexation to and by the City of contiguous unincorporated territory consisting of approximately 121 acres situated, lying and being in the County of Adams, State of Colorado, as described in the Petition and generally located at 9901 Chambers Road, commonly known as the Anderson Ranch annexation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:
Findings. The Petition in Case No. AN-268-24 is found to be in substantial compliance with the applicable laws of the State of Colorado, pursuant to C.R.S § 31-12-107(1).
SECTION 1. Notice of Hearing. The City Council will hold a public hearing for the purpose of determining if the proposed annexation complies with section 30 of article II of the state constitution, C.R.S. §31-12-104, as amended, and C.R.S. §31-12-105, as amended, or such provisions thereof as may be required to establish eligibility for annexation to the City under the terms of Part 1 of the Municipal Annexation Act of 1965, as amended, at the following time, date and place:
6:00 p.m.
Monday, August 19, 2024
City Council Chambers 7887 East 60th Avenue Commerce City, Colorado 80022
*This hearing may be held partially or entirely electronically; more information is available at https://www.c3gov.com/ government/city-council/virtual-meetings.
Any person may appear at such hearing and present evidence related to the proposed annexation, subject to any applicable registration requirements. Upon completion of the hearing, the City Council of the City of Commerce City shall set forth, by resolution, its findings of fact and its conclusion based thereon for the annexation with reference to the matters required by C.R.S. § 31-12-110. If the City Council concludes, by resolution, that all statutory requirements have been met and that the proposed annexation is eligible and legal under the laws of the State of Colorado, the City Council shall consider an ordinance making the proposed annexation effective.
RESOLVED AND PASSED THIS 15TH DAY OF JULY 2024.
CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO
Steve J. Douglas, Mayor
ATTEST
Dylan A. Gibson, City Clerk
Exhibit A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
THAT PART OF EAST ONE-HALF OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 18, THENCE SOUTH 88°47’00” WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER, A DISTANCE OF 30.01 FEET TO THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF CHAMBERS ROAD ALSO BEING A POINT ON THE PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE AS SHOWN ON THE ANNEXATION MAP RECORDED IN FILE 16, MAP 783, ADAMS COUNTY RECORDS (AN-9988) AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE SOUTH 00°14’15” WEST, 1329.89 FEET ALONG SAID WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE AND ALONG SAID PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE (AN-99-88) TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 18; THENCE SOUTH 88°53’10” WEST, 2628.93 FEET ALONG THE PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE AS SHOWN ON THE ANNEXATION MAP RECORDED IN FILE 18, MAP 245, ADAMS COUNTY RECORDS (AN-159-00) AND ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTH-EAST ONE-QUARTER; THENCE NORTH 00°13’10” EAST, 1325.16 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER AND ALONG THE PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE (AN-159-00) TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER (CENTER CORNER SECTION 18); THENCE ALONG THE PROLONGED LINE OF NORTH 00°13’10” EAST, 1340.64 FEET ALONG THE PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE AS SHOWN ON THE ANNEXATION MAP RECORDED IN FILE 16, MAP 783, ADAMS COUNTY RECORDS (AN-9988) AND ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER; THENCE NORTH 89°00’51” EAST, 1329.82 FEET ALONG THE ALONG THE PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE (AN99-88) AND ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER; THENCE SOUTH 00°13’42” WEST, 1335.29 FEET ALONG THE PRESENT
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COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE (AN99-88) AND ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 18; THENCE NORTH 88°47’00” EAST, 1299.73 FEET ALONG SAID PRESENT COMMERCE CITY LIMITS LINE (AN-99-88) AND ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONEQUARTER OF SAID SECTION 18 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINS 5,267,997 SQUARE FEET OR 120.937 ACRES MORE OR LESS
Legal Notice No. CCX1379
First Publication: July 25, 2024
Second Publication: August 1, 2024
Third Publication: August 8, 2024
Last Publication: August 15, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Bids and Settlements
Public Notice
WINDLER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
48th Ave Landscaping
Sealed Bids will be received by Windler Public Improvement Authority, hereinafter referred to as OWNER, at the office of the Authority Engineer, Merrick & Company, 5970 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, until 10:00 AM local time on August 29, 2024 for:
48th Ave Landscaping
This Contract provides for the construction of the following: Approximately 1/3 mile of landscaping along W. 48th Avenue from E-470 to N. Tibet Rd. The project includes plantings, ground covers, site furnishings, and irrigation.
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be requested from the Windler Public Improvement Authority, at the email of the Authority Engineer, barney.fix@ merrick.com, beginning August 15, 2024. NO PAYMENT REQUIRED.
Bidders must be licensed Contractors in the State of Colorado.
Bids will be received providing unit price for items; however, the price given will be on a maximum not-to-exceed amount, as described in the Bidding Documents.
The Work is expected to be commenced within sixty (60) days after the Date of Contract.
Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total Bid Price must accompany each Bid in the form specified in the Instructions to Bidders.
The Successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and warranty bond for two-years after Substantial Completion, and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the Contract.
The OWNER reserves the right to award the contract by sections, to reject any or all Bids, and to waive any informalities and irregularities therein.
For further information, please contact Barney Fix at Merrick & Company at 303-751-0741.
Legal Notice No. CCX1396
First Publication: August 15, 2024
Last Publication: August 22, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Public Notice
WINDLER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY
Denali Street Landscaping
Sealed Bids will be received by Windler Public Improvement Authority, hereinafter referred to as OWNER, at the office of the Authority Engineer, Merrick & Company, 5970 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, until 10:00 AM local time on August 30, 2024 for:
Denali Street Landscaping
This Contract provides for the construction of the following: Approximately one mile of landscaping along Denali Street from E. 56th Avenue to E. 48th Avenue. The project includes plantings, ground covers, site furnishings, and irrigation.
Copies of the Bidding Documents may be requested from the Windler Public Improvement Authority, at the email of the Authority Engineer, barney.fix@ merrick.com, beginning August 1, 2024. NO PAYMENT REQUIRED.
Bidders must be licensed Contractors in the State of Colorado.
Bids will be received providing unit price for items; however, the price given will be on a maximum not-to-exceed amount, as described in the Bidding Documents.
The Work is expected to be commenced within sixty (60) days after the Date of Contract.
Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total Bid Price must accompany each Bid in the form specified in the Instructions to Bidders.
The Successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and warranty bond for two-years after Substantial Completion, and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the Contract.
The OWNER reserves the right to award the contract by sections, to reject any or all Bids, and to waive any informalities and irregularities therein.
For further information, please contact Barney Fix at Merrick & Company at 303-751-0741.
Legal Notice No. CCX1385
First Publication: August 1, 2024
Last Publication: August 15, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Non-Consecutive Publications
Notice to Creditors
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Sheri Renee Dawson, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 255
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 December 1, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Joseph Edward Dawson
Personal Representative
3144 Worchester St Aurora CO 80011
Legal Notice No. CCX1381
First Publication: August 1, 2024
Last Publication: August 15, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of FORREST L. BREWER, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30468
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 December 15, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Maria Theresa B. Lopez, #26837
Attorney for Robert F. Brewer, Personal Representative 501 S. Cherry St. - #1100 Denver, CO 80246
Legal Notice No. CCX1394
First Publication: August 15, 2024 Last Publication: August 29, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Gerald Lester Corning, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 269
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 December 15, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Tamara Glasby
Personal Representative
7000 Pierce St. Arvada, CO 80003
Legal Notice No. CCX1391
First Publication: August 15, 2024
Last Publication: August 29, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of RANDALL T. LOPEZ, Deceased Case Number 2024 PR 30370
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 30, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Adrian Lee Lopez, Personal Representative 5610 E. 66th Avenue Commerce City, CO 80022
Legal Notice No. CCX 1386
First Publication: August 8, 2024
Last Publication: August 22, 2024
Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Virginia Darlene Vogl, Deceased Case Number: 24PR030234
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 December 23, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Steven G. York, Esq. Dworkin, Chambers, Williams, York, Benson & Evans, P.C. 3900 E. Mexico Ave., Ste. 820 Denver, CO 80210
Legal Notice No. CCX 4102
First Publication: August 15, 2024
Last Publication: August 29, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Ronald Charles Boggs, a/k/a Ronald C. Boggs and Ronald Boggs, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30434
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 December 8, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.
Howard Boggs
Personal Representative c/o Law Office of Byron K. Hammond, LLC 4500 Cherry Creek Drive South Suite 960 Denver, CO 80246
