Commerce City Sentinel Express November 21, 2024 by Colorado Community Media

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Adams 14 questions pull ahead

Votes for mill levy, bonds for pay raise, building work in a dead heat

BY YESENIA ROBLES CHALKBEAT

e latest election results posted by Adams County on Nov. 9 and 10 showed that two tax measures for the Adams 14 school district have pulled ahead, despite earlier results showing both measures failing. e votes for and against 4A and 4B had narrowed Friday to nearly a dead heat when more than 30,000 ballots were left to be counted, according to uno cial elec-

tion results and Adams County o cials.

A $10 million mill levy override to raise teacher pay was failing by a single vote. And a $113.9 million bond question to build a new school was failing by 124 votes.

By Saturday night’s last update, the mill levy override was ahead by 225 votes and the bond was ahead by 90.

On Wednesday, when the vote spread was wider, the district had released a statement saying leaders were disappointed in the outcome but found solace because the measures were only about 300 votes short of passing.

“While we were hopeful for the passage of these measures to support facility improvements and teacher salaries, we respect the outcome and will continue to seek ways to address the district’s critical

needs,” said Superintendent Karla Loria in the released statement. “ e fact that we were just shy of 300 votes on both measures shows that the community is beginning to rebuild trust in the District. is is a clear sign that we’re moving in the right direction and working toward uniting our community for the bene t of our students.”

e district has previously struggled to increase local funding. Voters haven’t approved a tax measure in more than 10 years. For about as long, Adams 14 has struggled to increase student achievement on state tests but did successfully rally against state orders for reorganization which could have dissolved the district. Still, Adams 14 has one of the highest rates of students

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Activists uncertain of future after election

Immigrant program organizers face feelings of uncertainty

BY JACKIE RAMIREZ SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

A week has passed since voters were sitting on the edge of their seats, watching election results come in, anxious to see a glimpse into the future. At 3:38 a.m. on Nov. 6, the Associated Press called the presidential race, saying “Donald Trump is elected the 47th president of the U.S.,” on X, formerly known as Twitter.

However, for many people in the immigrant community, their rst concerns were how programs like Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals and President Joe Biden’s executive order, “Keeping Families Together,” would evolve under the new national leadership beginning January 2025.

e president-elect pledged to end birthright citizenship on Day One of his presidency, bringing to an end a long-standing constitutional right. Concerns also stem after the United States District Court issued a nal judgment on a case against “Keeping Families Together,” invalidating the parole-in-place process on Nov. 7, 2024.

Krysta Heard is part of American Families United and is a recipient of DACA and directly bene ted from “Keeping Families Together.” Heard was brought to the United States when she was 3 years old and was raised in Los Angeles for the rst part of her childhood, but she then moved to Colorado’s Eastern Plains with her family. Like many DACA recipients today, Heard saw the impacts of being undocumented once she graduated from high school in 2004.

“Unfortunately for me in 2004, immigration and child-

NEWS BRIEFS

Snow Trooper helps get you through the storm

When the akes start falling, Commerce City Public Works hits the road to plow nearly 300 lane miles of streets in the city.

To help you prepare for a safe commute, the city’s online Snow Trooper map shows which roads have been plowed and how recently. Visit snowtrooper.c3gov.com to see the treatment map and priority level of streets along your route.

As a reminder, the city does not plow state roads, such as Highway 85, Interstates 270 and 76, and Brighton Boulevard. Learn more about the city’s snow response plan at c3gov.com/Snow.

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.

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/localbusiness/small-business-support-programs/business- nancial-assistance.

CCPD Introduces Online Crime Reporting Form

e Commerce City Police Department has a new online reporting tool allowing the public to report some nonemergency 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, 10-week 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.

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/70316b0542

2c448492c51da0f0e0fd86/ to sign up.

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

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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.

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 ap-

pointments, 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.

Mental health

Community Reach Center o ers inperson intake assessments from 8 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays at the Brighton Learning and Resource Campus, 1850 E. Egbert St. in Brighton. Call the Community Reach Center at 303-853-3500. For walk-in intake, bring an ID and insurance information. For those who would prefer to complete the intake forms and schedule an appointment, the intake forms are available online at www.communityreachcenter.org. ere will be a short screening for u-like symptoms before entering the center to ensure safety and wellness for everyone.

Anyone feeling unsafe or suicidal should call Colorado Crisis Services at 1-844-493-8255, text 38255, or visit the Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) Center at 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster.

Workforce & Business Center workshops e Adams County Workforce & Business Center is hosting multiple workshops throughout November. Visit the center’s website, https://adcogov.org/workforce-business-center, for a full class schedule, which includes contact information for each workshop. e center has locations in Aurora, in Westminter’sPete Mirelez Human Services Center, 11860 N. Pecos St and at 36 South 18th Ave. in Brighton.

If Buyers & Sellers Were ‘on the Fence’ Awaiting Election Results, Where Are They Now?

The conventional wisdom a month ago was that buyers and sellers were holding off of their plans, waiting to see who won the presidential election. But that wasn’t entirely true. In fact, the number of closings this October were higher than last October, and the number of sellers who put their homes on the market was markedly higher than the prior two Octobers.

Nevertheless, the numbers for all three of the Octobers that occurred after the 2022 spike in interest rates pale in comparison to the statistics for the three prior Octobers, when interest rates were low. Here are the stats from REcolorado for the 20-mile radius of downtown Denver:

Even dispelling that conventional wisdom, however, we can’t deny that there were some jitters about this year’s election which were putting a damper on some members of the public acting on their desires to buy or sell real estate. In fact, the election may have spurred some buyers and sellers to start making plans who had no thoughts of moving if the election went “their way.”

Enter Redfin, which commissioned an Ipsos survey to find out how the election results impacted the real estate market. The results are worth sharing.

The survey was done on the Thursday and Friday after the election and reached 1,005 U.S. residents — 416 Republicans and 381 Democrats, 486 men and 509 women, and 302 people aged 1834, 347 people aged 35-54, and 356 people aged 55+. 553 respondents were homeowners and 330 were renters; 427 reported earning under $50,000, 379 earn between $50,000 and $100,000, and 199 earn over $100,000. The survey responses are summarized in the chart at right.

Here are some highlights from the survey which you may find interesting, as I did:

Of the 22% of respondents who replied that they are more likely

to move after the election, 36% said they are considering a move to another country, and 26% are thinking about moving to another state. This was a national survey, so perhaps those considering a move to another state live in one of the 13 states which severely restrict or ban abortions. Since Colorado is not one of those states which restrict abortion — and in fact just passed a constitutional amendment protecting reproductive rights — the survey suggests that we may see an influx of people moving here for that reason. A separate survey commissioned by Redfin found that 27% of U.S. residents would be hesitant to live in an area where most residents don’t share their political views.

Reminiscent of 2016, Google searches about leaving the country spiked following Donald Trump’s victory.

Here are the percentage increases for searches “moving to…” these countries:

New Zealand—up 7,600 percent

Germany—up 4,200 percent.

Netherlands—up 3,233 percent.

Ireland—up 2,400 percent.

Norway—up 1,150 percent.

Australia—up 1,150 percent

Portugal—up 1,100 percent

Also, more general searches for “Moving to Europe” surged by 1,566 percent. Searches for “Moving to English-Speaking Countries” surged by 1,328 percent.

Theoretically, such sentiment could spur real estate activity, but I’m not

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A native of Chicago, Greg passed the Illinois Bar and CPA exams in 1974, but moved to Avon CO in 1982, where he owned and operated a property & rental management company and developed, built and sold townhomes until 2001. That’s when he moved to Highlands Ranch with his wife, Lynne, who has been a community manager there. As a result, Greg is very aware of current issues and home values in the area. He recently listed and sold a home in Lone Tree.

aware of any Americans who acted on such Google searches in 2016, and I don’t expect to see many now. I know that Rita and I have no plans to leave the country. Moves based on reproductive freedom, however, I think will occur — including by gynecologists, as has already been reported.

Some other observations from the Redfin-Ipsos survey included the following: Of the respondents who said they are more likely to move post-election, 17% said the results of the election have made them more likely to consider buying a new home. 12% said the results have made them more likely to consider selling their current home. Roughly the same share (13%) are now more likely to rent a home.

In a September Ipsos survey also commissioned by Redfin, 23% of would-be first-time home buyers said they were waiting until after the election, wanting to

Of those surveyed, 22% say they'll consider moving now that the election is over. Among them, 36% are considering relocating to another country, while 26% are thinking about moving to a different state

see what the winning candidate might do to increase the availability of affordable housing. Given that Kamala Harris had promised $25,000 down payment grants to first-time homebuyers, it makes sense that they would wait to see if she won instead of buying a home using today’s more modest incentives. Maybe those buyers will indeed get off the fence now that she lost and Donald Trump made no such promise.

Call Wendy Renee, our in-house loan officer, if you’d like to know about the already existing programs for first-time homebuyers. Her cell number is below.

Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ Is Great, But Too Expensive

When Elon Musk first introduced it, I was skeptical of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving software (FSD) ever working in a way that I would find safe and effective. Others must be skeptical, too, because Tesla recently enabled a free 45-day trial of the software in suitably equipped cars, including my 2023 Tesla Model Y. My free trial expires on Nov. 24th.

Having bad-mouthed FSD in the past, I owe it to Tesla and my readers to share my favorable impression of it after putting many miles on my Model Y using FSD, including a road trip to Las Vegas.

In town, I was impressed that the car slows down for speed bumps and dips. How does it know they are there?

With the earlier Autosteer software, my Teslas were dependent on recognizing painted lane markings and would not cross a solid line, but FSD has no problem crossing solid lines when it is safe to do so — for example, giving a wide berth to a bicyclist by crossing the double yellow line, but only when no cars are coming in the opposite direction.

I was impressed at how it handled construction zones. Picture a construction zone with 2½ lanes of a 3-lane interstate closed off with traffic cones. My Tesla simply straddled the solid line between the cones and the edge of the pavement.

I never thought the software would be good at roundabouts, but it is perfect. It slows down (as it does on any curve) and assesses whether another car is remaining in the roundabout and whether a car to the left is entering the roundabout.

And here’s one area where the software is indeed safer than most humans: it assesses cars that are approaching from a road or driveway. If it looks like the vehicle might not stop or yield, the Tesla slows down to make sure. This wide perception alone could eliminate T-bone col-

lisions with cars running red lights. If I’m in the right lane and it sees a car entering the highway, it shifts to the left lane, assuming there’s an opening. Otherwise it slows down to let the car merge, assuming the spacing is right. It also does well merging from the on-ramp. It responds to other cars’ turn signals, slowing to allow them to merge. It would also move to the left when it spotted a stopped vehicle in the breakdown lane. It recognizes pedestrians and how they are moving, such as toward a crosswalk. At night on an unlit street, it saw a pedestrian in dark clothing that I didn’t see. I also love the display of surrounding traffic, bicycles and curbs on the screen. In slow traffic, it stops to let a pedestrian cross the street. At stop signs, it knows when it can turn left or right onto a busy arterial, or I can press the accelerator to make a bolder entry than it wanted.

FSD’s full name is now “Full SelfDriving (Supervised.)” A camera mounted above the rear view mirror monitors the driver. If you are not looking straight ahead, it alerts you to “Pay Attention to the Road.” This replaces earlier Autosteer software which required you to apply slight turning pressure to the steering wheel every so often to prove you’re there. Somehow, driving at night when the cabin is pitch dark, the camera still knows when I’m not looking ahead. When the car detects bad weather it warns that FSD is “degraded,” and it will require the driver to take over when it can’t trust itself to make good decisions. I’d pay for this improved FSD if it were more affordable, but $99/month or the $8,000 purchase price is simply too high. I’ll let the free trial lapse. I have more to say, and screenshots are included, on the posting of this article at http://RealEstateToday.substack.com

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Jeanette Vizguerra is a tireless activist and a symbol of resilience in the Latino community. Thanks to her perseverance, it became possible for Colorado residents without immigration documents to obtain driver’s licenses, which allows them to move more safely and with dignity in their daily lives.

Her work has been instrumental in defending fundamental human rights. For years, Vizguerra has been on the front lines, defending those who seek a safe home and a dignified future here in the United States. Today, in the midst of a climate of growing uncertainty and fear of possible mass deportations, she joins us to share her perspectives and her ongoing fight.

In an era where immigration policies continue to create uncertainty, fear and challenges for families across the United States, Vizguerra stands as a beacon of resilience and leadership. Vizguerra has dedicated her life to advocating for those without a voice, empowering her community to navigate the complex realities they face.

In a recent conversation with La Ciudad, she discusses the impact of today’s political climate on immigrant families, particularly the youth, and underscores the importance of collective organization, education and self-defense as the community prepares for the years ahead.

This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

Colorado Community Media: Jeanette, for those who still don’t know your story, could you tell us a little about how your activism began and what motivated you to become a defender of immigrant rights?

Jeanette Vizguerra: Throughout my 26 years of activism, I’ve never used the media for recognition or fame. For me, the media is just one more tool that allows me to reach more people and homes, to raise awareness about why we must defend our rights, our struggles, and above all, our families.

Right now, we’re living in a climate of great anxiety; people are panicked. I really felt this when people began to realize that former President (Donald) Trump had won. My social networks, especially my profile, which I use precisely for this purpose, were flooded with messages. People, not only from Colorado but from all over the country — even outside the country — started asking: “What are we going to do if Donald Trump fulfills his threats of mass deportations?”

CCM : Right now, there’s a lot of fear in the community about the possibility of mass deportations. What would you say to families and people who live with the constant fear of being separated from their loved ones?

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Vizguerra : My response was, “What are we going to do? We’re going to continue living our normal lives. We’re going to live without fear.” Here in Colorado, we’ve already faced extremely harmful laws for immigrants in the past, like SB-90, Secure Communities, and 287(g) — and we survived.

And how did we survive? By educating ourselves, organizing, knowing our rights, and above all, fighting. Governments cannot rule our lives. Yes, I won’t deny that difficult, very difficult times are coming. Yesterday, we heard that he appointed Stephen Miller and Tom Homan to his cabi-

Named one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Inﬂuential People, Jeanette Vizguerra has fought tirelessly for immigrant rights, even seeking sanctuary in a Denver church to keep her family together. Her courageous advocacy has made her a powerful symbol of resilience and hope for undocumented families across the U.S.

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net, two of the most anti-immigrant and racist people there are. What I’m telling my community is that it’s time to get organized, to educate ourselves, to spread “Know Your Rights” workshops everywhere, and above all, to create family plans. Many people are homeowners, business owners; they have material assets, cars, bank accounts. It’s time to talk to a lawyer to create a power of attorney so that a trusted person, whether a family member or a friend, can take care of their affairs, especially if they have minor children.

This is something essential that could be needed if, God forbid, they are detained or deported, so their children can be temporarily taken care of. Typically, our community doesn’t do this. They should keep all important documents in one place and make three copies of each, giving one copy to that trusted person. Also, they should identify a lawyer who could potentially be their defender. When everything is in order, everything flows more smoothly. When we create family plans and know our rights, we teach even the children not to open the door unless there’s a judge-signed warrant. Don’t let them in your home, as anyone undocumented inside could be detained. These are basic steps, but it’s also essential not to spread fear in the community. We already went through Trump’s administration; the last four years were hard, difficult.

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I want people to hear this clearly. During that time, I was sheltered in a church in a sanctuary. Even while in sanctuary, I organized, I educated myself, and I went out into the streets to protest, risking my own safety. Because they cannot dictate our lives. Yes, we must prepare, but not live in fear. I entered sanctuary in 2017.

Then, the pandemic came, and churches were completely empty. I wondered, what will I do now? I couldn’t create events for my livelihood. Families and undocumented individuals asked for my support because their loved ones in detention were at risk, lacking adequate care.

Even then, I organized a camp outside GEO that lasted 89 days. We achieved incredible things. I held protests outside ICE officials’ homes, closed the ICE headquarters in Centennial because we must fight. I’m not going to let them detain me or try to separate me from my family without a fight.

CCM : You’ve seen how community support can make a difference. What can we do, as a community, to resist and support each other in these difficult times?

Vizguerra : First, we need to empathize with affected people — those with TPS, those with DACA, those with asylum, and those facing deportation without any process in place. To this government, simply entering irregularly makes you a criminal in their eyes. You can’t say it won’t affect you because you don’t have a criminal record. There will be collateral damage. When we’re united, well-organized and activated, we can create change, like we did here in Colorado.

Nina Lorene Billinger May 28, 1938~ November 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nina Billinger, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Nina was born on May 28, 1938 to Pete John Trabucco and Helen May McDowell. Nina passed away on November 5, 2024.

Nina was raised in the close-knit community of Florence, Colorado and attended Florence High School before continuing her education at Pueblo Junior College.

She married Gerald Billinger, and together they shared a deep and lasting love that carried them through 47 years of marriage. Known for her strength and dedication, Nina spent much of her career as a branch manager in consumer lending before ultimately transitioning to serve as a Revenue O cer for the State of Arizona—a role that she embraced with commitment and pride.

Nina was a woman of many passions and talents. She had a love for cooking and could often be found in the kitchen preparing delicious meals for her family. She adored traveling, dancing, and playing music, lling her life and those around her with energy and joy. A card game with Nina was

As I mentioned, we had anti-immigrant laws here, but after 10 years of hard work between organizations, we made progress. Sometimes we may disagree, but when it’s about defending our community, we come together. We documented cases, listened to stories, spoke with police, explaining why they shouldn’t cooperate with immigration.

People lose trust in the police when they cooperate with immigration, separating families and harming U.S. citizen children. This is a long process of education. Now, we activists understand we must educate the latest wave of immigrants who need to join this fight.

CCM : Amid the policies and rhetoric we’re hearing, which seem to criminalize immigration, what do you think will be the true impact of these measures on our community’s future?

Vizguerra : People need to understand, and I’ve told my own children before, that if you look at Trump’s followers, most of whom are white, they are driven by fear — fear of becoming a minority while communities of color grow. But they must understand that the original invaders of this country were Europeans. Many of us have deep roots here in the Americas.

The rhetoric of this president empowers those harboring hidden hatred, and they now feel emboldened to act as they please. But it’s our moral duty to protect the vulnerable, those who don’t understand the system and need a protective policy.

Organizations like the ACLU, and many others, will work to protect our community and ensure human rights

always lively, as her quick wit and competitive spirit made for unforgettable evenings!

Following the passing of her husband, Jerry, Nina found companionship and love once again with Robert Corscadden, whom she married in 2010. Together, they created new memories and cherished every moment shared.

Nina is survived by her devoted sister, Joann Graham, children, Deborah (Brian) Betz, Pamela (Kenneth) Quillen, and Je rey Billinger (Hector Beleche), who will carry forward her legacy of love and resilience. Her light lives on through her four grandchildren, Jonathan, Melony, Ian, and Emmy and 8 great-grandchildren.

In her nal years, Nina bravely faced the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease at Hyland Hills Senior Living in Westminster, Colorado. Her strength, grace, and vibrant spirit touched everyone she met, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and resilience.

Nina will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her memory will be a guiding light in the lives of those she loved, and her spirit will live on in the countless hearts she touched.

aren’t violated — not just for one community, but for all.

CCM : What community organization and social justice platforms can you recommend where people can feel supported?

Vizguerra : I have my own autonomous organizations. You’ll find them on Facebook: Metro Denver Sanctuary Coalition, Sanctuary for All, and Abolish ICE Denver. Other organizations I recommend are American Friends for Coloradans.

The Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition has had issues but seems to be restructuring. There are other organizations out there, some new, thanks to immigration being profitable for certain groups. I hope they use grants to defend our people.

On my platform, Jeanette Vizguerra, I’ll post info on organizations where people can find resources. We once had an emergency line, and an undocumented committee — which no longer exists, but we can restart it ourselves.

Something important to remember is: “The people save the people.” We must defend ourselves and not rely solely on organizations.

My phone is always open 24/7, as is my Facebook. People contact me there. It’s how they reach me. We’re the ones who have to organize and defend ourselves. In the past, when we fought for licenses, some organizations turned their backs on us. We decided to keep going, and we won.

I hope all these movements join forces because, in the end, immigration issues connect with everything else.

Flowers and snow at Adams County memorial

Veterans Advisory group encourages residents to honor vets with ﬂowers

BY SCOTT TAYLOR STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Buckets of di erently colored carnations sat waiting all weekend at the entrance of Adams County’s Veterans Memorial at Riverdale Regional Park for residents to stop by and pay their Veterans Day respect.

Adams County Commissioner Chaz Tedesco, a member of the county’s Veterans Advisory Commision, said the the weekend-long memorial was the idea of Adams County sta . e county placed buckets full of carnations, a di erent color for each branch of the U.S. military, at the entrance of the memorial on Friday.

Residents were encouraged to visit the memorial and place a ower somewhere on the site in honor of a veteran.

“We hope they’re going to place them in the cracks of the memorial wall and just ll it,” Tedesco said.

Tedesco and other members of the commission were at the memorial early Nov. 8, placing the rst round of owers.

Riverdale Parks Superintendent Adams Ingalls said county sta will be on hand all weekend, clearing snow from around the memorial and making sure the owers stay stocked.

e memorial is a replica of the USS Colorado that juts into Mann-Nyholt Lake. It’s part of the Adams County Fairgrounds along Henderson Road.

Members of the Adams County Veterans Advisory Commission say some words before placing flowers around the county’s Veterans Memorial at Riverdale Regional Park Nov. 8. The county kept flowers stocked throughout the weekend at the memorial for residents to place flowers in honor of Veterans Day. Members are, from the left, Brad Bohling, David Bigelow, Chas Tedesco, Terry Young and Luke Orander.

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A white carnation, in honor of veterans of the U.S. Army, sits along the memorial wall at the memorial wall at the Riverdale Regional Park Veterans Memorial Nov. 8.

Adams County Veterans Advisory Commission member Luke Orander places a yellow carnation in front of the memorial wall at the Adams County Veterans Memorial at Riverdale Regional Park Nov. 8.

Adams County Commissioner Chaz Tedesco, a member of the county’s Veterans Advisory Commission, places a bouquet of ﬂowers along the memorial wall at the Riverdale Regional Park Veterans Memorial Nov. 8.

David Bigelow, a member of the Adams County Veterans Advisory Commission, places a white carnation in front of the memorial wall at the Adams County Veterans Memorial at Riverdale Regional Park on Nov. 8.

Adams County’s Operation Freebird returns Nov. 23

e Adams County Sheri ’s Department’s annual Turkey giveaway is set for Nov. 23 this year and it includes much more than just a frozen bird.

e anksgiving giveaway returns from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at Mountain States Toyota, 201 W. 70th Ave. in Denver. ere is no registration needed, so residents just need to show up and collect their food.

Operation Freebird is an annual event that began in 2004 designed to provide all the makings for a anks-

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giving meal, from the bird to the rolls to the cranberries to the pie. No profits or income are generated by this event.

e sheri ’s o ce, the Adams County Sheri ’s Foundation and more than 40 local non-pro t agencies and other community partners also help provide a range of services to the needy in the North Metropolitan area.

Boxes of food are available while the supplies last and residents must be on hand to get food items. e giveaway also includes all the xings

hood arrivals was not a topic of discussion in our community or in our laws,” Heard said. “I was not able to continue my education and continue on to college.”

Heard shared her story with La Ciudad and said that not being able to go onto higher education changed her approach to life. Because she couldn’t follow her educational pursuits, she switched gears and pursued an artistic career. For the last 20 years, Heard has worked in movie and music production, which led her to the world of blogging where she landed a job with Urban Out tters as an art contributing editor.

Prior to 2015, Heard had applied for DACA, but her application was denied for various reasons. In 2015, Heard got married but learned that she was facing a 10year hurdle because she was brought into

the country illegally.

for a anksgiving meal, courtesy of Food Bank of the Rockies.

ose attending will have the opportunity to receive free health screenings, dental screenings, vaccinations, mental health services, and information from various other Adams County programs for employment assistance, childcare programs, and more.

County services also include help for job seekers and housing support among other things. is event served approximately 800 families in 2023.

me at all.”

In order to receive legal status through marriage, Heard would need to leave the U.S. in order to complete her consulate interview. She applied for a waiver as one of her options, but her lawyer told her that they were extremely hard to get, but they moved forward anyway.

Heard said that the waiver would have allowed her to stay in the U.S. until a visa became available, but the process could take up to 20 or 30 years, and the waiver did not o er protection from deportation nor a work permit. To her, the future looked bleak.

“My attorney said, ‘Well there’s DACA. Let’s try and apply for DACA again.’ Fortunately for me, (my application) got accepted,” Heard said. “It was almost like a saving grace. I was able to get one thing to replenish the things that the waiver didn’t grant me. When DACA became under threat, it became pretty real to me that if I didn’t have DACA I would fall back on this waiver, which doesn’t help

To Heard, no immigration process or undocumented experience is the same. Heard sees immigration as a human right which led to her joining American Families United and was relieved to see that she was not alone.

On Oct. 10, 2024, Heard went to New Orleans to represent AFU as a DACA recipient and “Keeping Families Together” applicant at a hearing in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. According to the Informed Immigrant website, this hearing was crucial in determining DACA’s future. If DACA is ruled unlawful, it will head to the Supreme Court.

“It’s going to be one of the most memorable days of my entire life. It was very powerful to be with other DACA recipients who share the same life story as me,” Heard said. “It was really powerful to witness 200 to 300 people outside of the courtroom chanting in support of your existence.”

With the now invalidated executive

“A splendidly festive tradition” –

order of Biden and DACA consistently facing uncertainty, Heard doesn’t know how to feel about the future. “Keeping Families Together” would have allowed eligible individuals to apply for legal permanent residency without having to leave the country, a process that the Department of Homeland Security referred to as “parole in place.”

At the time when Heard was presented with the option of leaving, she said that her son was struggling, and still is, with a food allergy which brought great worry to her. When the executive order was passed, while it would only have helped approximately 500,000 non-citizen spouses, it would have meant that Heard would not have to leave her son.

If DACA is taken away, Heard will rely on a waiver that o ers little to no protection. Once again, the future looks bleak. “We don’t know anything. We’re just waiting for people to decide what they’re going to do with the rest of my life,” Heard said. “We’re back to square one.”

A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens

Adapted by Richard Hellesen

Music by David de Berry

Directed by Anthony Powell

People lined up to get their Thanksgiving turkey vouchers at the 2022 Operation Freebird. FILE PHOTO

Caraveo concedes 8th Congressional District race

BY MONTE WHALEY MWHALEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Democratic incumbent Yadira Caraveo on Sunday conceded to Republican Gabe Evans in the hard-fought race for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District.

e two had ran nearly neck-andneck since voting began Tuesday night with Caraveo holding a narrow lead heading into the weekend. Evans pulled ahead after votes started trickling in from conservative Weld County, which is part of the far- ung 8th District. It was created in 2022 and Caraveo won the seat with just more than 1,632 votes over her Republican opponent that year.

As of 3:20 p.m. Sunday, Evans leads Caraveo by 2,596 votes. e Associated Press said that 92% of votes in the district, which includes parts of Weld, Larimer and Adams, counties have been counted.

e race has not been o cially called by the AP. But Caraveo conceded, saying she looks forward to returning to Washington D.C. to

ADAMS 14

nish out her term, according to a statement posted by Channel9 News.

“It’s been the honor of a lifetime to serve the people of Colorado’s 8th district. I came to Congress to get things done and have spent the last two years working to nd common ground and bipartisan solutions to the most pressing issues facing our community,” Caraveo said in a statement from her campaign.

“I would like to thank my family, sta , volunteers, and supporters who believed in this campaign and the vision we set out to achieve. Together, we built a diverse, peoplepowered campaign that brought together a coalition of Democrats, Republicans, and una liated voters. While this isn’t the outcome we had hoped for, the work is not over. I look forward to returning to Washington to nish out this term and will continue to be an independent voice for the people of this district.”

e race was considered pivotal as Republicans and Democrats try to hold majorities in the U.S. House of Representatives.

choosing to enroll in other school districts. It is also home to many low-income families that may be more wary of raising taxes. If approved, Adams County’s 4A and 4B ballot questions would cost Adams 14 homeowners approximately $6.52 a month per $100,000 of home value. For a home valued at $400,000, that would be about $26.08 per month.

Measure 4A is the district’s request for a mill levy override to produce about $10 million per year to help pay for salary increases for teachers and classi ed sta .

Measure 4B is the district’s bond request to raise $113.9 million that the district wants to use to build a new middle school to house seventh and eighth graders from Kearney Middle School and Adams City Middle school. e district is planning to merge the schools but would like to build a new building instead of having to make costly repairs on one of the schools.

e district estimates it will take $77 million out of the $113.9 million bond

request to build the new school building. at’s nearly as much as this year’s total general fund budget for the district, which is just over $99 million.

If approved, the rest of the bond money would help pay for security upgrades, HVAC system upgrades, and other maintenance as well as new furniture for classrooms.

e last time the district asked voters for a tax measure was in 2014 and 2013, and the measures failed both years.

e district enrolled about 5,484 students last school year. A majority of students come from low-income families,

and about half of students are learning English as a new language.

Adams 14 has been the focus of state accountability measures for several years as it has struggled to raise student achievement enough to earn higher state ratings. But State Board members have stopped escalating state orders and are putting more trust in the district’s plans for improvement.

Reprinted with permission from Chalkbeat, a nonpro t news site covering educational change in public schools. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters.

Republican congressional candidate Gabe Evans greets a supporter during the election watch party on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

PHOTO BY MONTE WHALEY

TRIVIA

1. MOVIES: What is the name of the necklace that Rose throws into the sea at the end of “Titanic”?

2. GEOGRAPHY: Where was the ancient city of Carthage located?

3. TELEVISION: What are the names of the FBI agents on “ e X-Files”?

4. LITERATURE: Who wrote the short story “ e Gift of the Magi”?

5. HISTORY: When was the United Nations organization created?

6. SCIENCE: What is the addictive substance in tobacco?

7. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president signed into law the Sherman Antitrust Act?

8. CHEMISTRY: What is the lightest of metallic elements?

9. MYTHOLOGY: What is the name of the half-man, half-bull

creature that inhabits the Labyrinth?

10. FOOD & DRINK: What is challah?

Answers

1. Heart of the Ocean.

2. Tunisia.

3. Fox Mulder and Dana Scully.

4. O. Henry.

5. 1945.

6. Nicotine.

7. Benjamin Harrison.

8. Lithium.

9. Minotaur.

10. A special bread in Jewish cuisine.

FLASHBACK

1. Who wrote and released “Stuck in the Middle With You” in 1973?

2. What were the names of Bob Seger’s three bands over the years?

3. Mr. Mister had two songs that went to No. 1 on the charts. What were they?

4. “Every Rose Has Its orn” was a chart topper for which group?

5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Well, you can rock

it, you can roll it, Do the stomp and even stroll it.”

Answers

1. Stealers Wheel. e Scottish rock group was only together for three years before disbanding. ey reunited in 2008 long enough to begin producing a music video for the song.

2. Bob Seger and the Last Heard, e Bob Seger System and e Silver Bullet Band. His rst real break came when “Katmandu” was used in Cher’s 1985 lm “Mask.”

3. “Broken Wings” and “Kyrie,” both in 1985. e group netted

Grammy noms in 1986 and 1987.

4. Poison, in 1988.

5. “At the Hop,” by Danny & e Juniors, in 1957. e Juniors, originally called e Juvenairs, were introduced to the song when it was known as “Do the Bop.” Concerned that e Bop dance craze was fading, the song was changed to “ e Hop.” (c) 2024 King Features Syndicate

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Notice is hereby given that this public hearing will be conducted on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Commerce City Civic Center, 7887 East 60th Avenue. The Planning Commission will consider:

PUDA23-0004: Car Wash Pro Designers, on behalf of Nolly Enterprises LLC, is requesting approval of Burlington Northern/ Catellus PUD Zone Document Amendment 6, to modify allowable commercial uses, to specifically allow a car wash. The subject property is approximately 1.06 acres and located at 12411 East 104th Avenue..

Z-959-19-24: Gilberto R. Carbajal Flores is requesting approval of an Annexation Zone Change for one approximately 0.45-acre property from ADCO A-1 (Adams County Agricutural-1) to Commerce City C-3 (Regional Commercial District). The subject property is located at 8581 Rosemary Street.

CUP24-0002: Rogelio & Alicia Muñoz is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an event center in an existing 1,740 sq. ft. commercial building in a PUD (Planned Unit Development District). The subject property is approximately 0.33 acres and is located at 7390 Highway 2.

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/PC or by contacting staff at 303-227-8777 or cdplanner@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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Planning Commission Chairman

Legal Notice No. CCX1492

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of Commerce City on December 2, 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 2024-120 – A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FOR THE 2022 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM YEAR

Ordinance Z-792-05-24 – AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE ONE BUCKLEY PUD ZONE DOCUMENT AMENDMENT TO CREATE NEW PLANNING AREAS, ALLOW ADDITIONAL COMMERCIAL LAND USES, ALLOW RESIDENTIAL LAND USES, AND ESTABLISH BULK AND DESIGN STANDARDS FOR THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF EAST 120TH AVENUE AND BUCKLEY ROAD (continued from 10/7/2024).

BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY COLORADO

ATTEST:

Brittany Rodriguez, Assistant City Clerk

Legal Notice No. CCX1491

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Metro Districts Budget Hearings

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE AMENDED 2024 BUDGET AND

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the REUNION SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT CULTURAL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT (the “District”), will hold a special meeting

on December 6, 2024 at 1:00 P.M., for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Board including a public hearing on the 2024 Amended Budget (the “Amended Budget”) and 2025 Proposed Budget (the “Proposed Budget”). The meeting will be held at the Reunion Rec Center, 17910 E. Parkside Drive North, Commerce City, Colorado and virtually via Teams. See virtual access information below:

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NDNhODZlZD YtODdlNy00NWZkLTg5MGUtYTU0O TU2Y2MyZjBj%40thread.v2/0?contex t=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%224aaa468e93ba-4ee3-ab9f-6a247aa3ade0%22%2 c%22Oid%22%3a%2278e91a46-bdcc4fe5-980c-8ff3dcc70755%22%7d

Meeting ID: 211 817 371 511

Passcode: Qm8wMB

Or Dial in by phone +1 720-547-5281,,515327940#

Phone conference ID: 515 327 940#

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Amended Budget and Proposed Budget have been submitted to the District. A copy of the Amended Budget and the Proposed Budget are on file in the office of the District Accountant, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado where the same are open for public inspection.

Any interested elector of the District may file any objections to the Amended Budget and Proposed Budget at any time prior to final adoption of the Amended Budget and Proposed Budget by the Board. This meeting is open to the public and the agenda and notice for any meeting may be obtained by visiting the District’s website https://www.reunionsecmd.org.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

REUNION SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT CULTURAL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

/s/ CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP District Manager

Legal Notice No. CCX1468

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET HEARING PORTEOS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Proposed Budget (“Proposed Budget”) has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the PORTEOS BUSINESS IMPROVE-

MENT DISTRICT for the ensuing year of 2025. A copy of such Proposed Budget has been filed in the office of Icenogle Seaver Pogue, P.C. at 4725 S. Monaco Street, Suite 360, Denver, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection. Such Proposed Budget will be considered at a special meeting of the PORTEOS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. via MS Teams:

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetupjoin/19%3ameeting_Y2Y0OTE2ZmYtZj ZkNS00ODUwLTllZTMtZGUxN2YxNjhm MjZm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%2 2Tid%22%3a%228e55246b-90b1-4bef9dbd-02c674817a7b%22%2c%22Oid% 22%3a%22f5be40d5-7c7c-4df9-84bda0c625da5e4f%22%7d Meeting ID: 253 902 854 47 Passcode: 39tWtW

Any interested electors of the PORTEOS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT may inspect the Proposed Budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to final adoption of the Proposed Budget.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: PORTEOS BUSINESS IMRPOVEMENT DISTRICT

By:

/s/ ICENOGLE SEAVER POGUE, P.C.

Legal Notice No. CCX1489 First Publication: November 21, 2024 Last Publication: November 21, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET AND 2024 BUDGET AMENDMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2025 has been submitted to the Aurora Single Tree Metropolitan District (“District”). Such proposed budget will be considered at a special meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 8:30 a.m. on November 21, 2024. This meeting and public hearing will be held by teleconference only. To attend and participate by telephone, dial 669-254-5252, Meeting ID: 161 655 2278, Passcode: 928152.

300, Greenwood Village, Colorado. Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and certain visitor restrictions that may be in place, please contact Cathee Sutton by email at Cathee.Sutton@claconnect.com or by telephone at 303-779-5710 to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the 2025 budget and the amended 2024 budget, if required, file or register any objections thereto.

AURORA SINGLE TREE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

By: /s/ Rick Hellickson, President

Legal Notice No. CCX1487

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE AMENDED 2024 BUDGETS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2025 BUDGETS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Boards of Directors (the “Boards”) of the REUNION RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2 (the “Districts”), will hold a special meeting on December 6, 2024 at 1:00 P.M., for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Boards including public hearings on the 2024 Amended Budgets (the “Amended Budgets”) and 2025 Proposed Budgets (the “Proposed Budgets”). The meeting will be held at the Reunion Rec Center, 17910 E. Parkside Drive North, Commerce City, Colorado and virtually via Teams. See virtual access information below:

Passcode: Qm8wMB

Or Dial in by phone +1 720-547-5281,,515327940# Phone conference ID: 515 327 940#

Any interested elector of the Districts may file any objections to the Amended Budgets and Proposed Budgets at any time prior to final adoption of the Amended Budgets and Proposed Budgets by the Boards. This meeting is open to the public and the agenda and notice for any

meeting may be obtained by visiting the Districts’ website https://www.reunionridgemd.com.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARDS OF DIRECTORS:

REUNION RIDGE METROPOLITAN

DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2

/s/ CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP

District Manager

Legal Notice No. CCX1466

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE AMENDED 2024 BUDGETS AND

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2025 BUDGETS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Boards of Directors (the “Boards”) of the REUNION VILLAGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2 (the “Districts”), will hold a special meeting on December 6, 2024 at 1:00 P.M., for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Boards including public hearings on the 2024 Amended Budgets (the “Amended Budgets”) and 2025 Proposed Budgets (the “Proposed Budgets”). The meeting will be held at the Reunion Rec Center, 17910 E. Parkside Drive North, Commerce City, Colorado and virtually via Teams. See virtual access information below:

Or Dial in by phone +1 720-547-5281,,515327940# Phone conference ID: 515 327 940#

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Amended Budgets and Proposed Budgets have been submitted to the Districts. A copy of each of the Amended Budgets and the Proposed Budgets are on file in the office of the District Accountant, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado where the same are open for public inspection. Any interested elector of the Districts may file any objections to the Amended Budgets and Proposed Budgets at any time prior to final adoption of the Amended Budgets and Proposed Budgets by the Boards. This meeting is open to the public and the agenda and notice for any meeting may be obtained by visiting the Districts’ website https://www.reunionvillagemd.org.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARDS OF DIRECTORS: REUNION

DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2

/s/ CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP

District Manager

Legal Notice No. CCX1467

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET AND 2024 BUDGET AMENDMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2025 has been submitted to the Fitzsimons Business Improvement District (“District”). Such proposed budget will be considered at a meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 10:00 a.m. on December 9, 2024 via videoconference. Information regarding public participation by videoconference will be available at least 24 hours prior to the meeting and public hearing by contacting Becky Johnson by email at bjohnson@spencerfane.com or by telephone at 303-839-3885.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an amendment to the 2024 budget of the District may also be considered at the above-referenced meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District. A copy of the proposed 2025 budget and the amended 2024 budget, if required, are available for public inspection at the offices of AIMCO, 4582 South Ulster Street, Suite 1100, Denver, CO 80237. Please contact Becky Johnson by email at bjohnson@spencerfane.com or by telephone at 303-839-3885 to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the 2025 budget and the amended 2024 budget, if required, file or register any objections thereto.

FITZSIMONS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

By: /s/ Nicole Peykov, District Counsel

Legal Notice No. CCX1486

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET HEARING VELOCITY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 – 9

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Proposed Budgets (“Proposed Budgets”) have been submitted to the Boards of Directors of the VELOCITY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 – 9 (the “Districts”) for the ensuing year of 2025. Copies of such Proposed Budgets have been filed in the office of Icenogle Seaver Pogue, P.C. at 4725 S. Monaco Street, Suite 360, Denver, Colorado, where same are open for public inspection. Such

Proposed Budgets will be considered at a special meeting of the VELOCITY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 – 9, to be held on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. via MS Teams:

Any interested electors of the VELOCITY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 – 9 may inspect the Proposed Budgets and file or register any objections at any time prior to final adoption of the Proposed Budgets.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARDS OF DIRECTORS: VELOCITY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 – 9

By: /s/ ICENOGLE SEAVER POGUE, P.C.

Legal Notice No. CCX1488

First Publication: November 21, 2024 Last Publication: November 21, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE AMENDED 2024 BUDGETS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED 2025 BUDGETS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Boards of Directors (the “Boards”) of the REUNION CENTER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2 (the “Districts”), will hold a special meeting on December 6, 2024 at 1:00 P.M., for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Boards including public hearings on the 2024 Amended Budgets (the “Amended Budgets”) and 2025 Proposed Budgets (the “Proposed Budgets”). The meeting will be held at the Reunion Rec Center, 17910 E. Parkside Drive North, Commerce City, Colorado and virtually via Teams. See virtual access information below:

Or Dial in by phone +1 720-547-5281,,515327940# Phone conference ID: 515 327 940#

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Amended Budgets and Proposed Budgets have been submitted to the Districts. A copy of each of the Amended Budgets

and the Proposed Budgets are on file in the office of the District Accountant, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado where the same are open for public inspection.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARDS OF DIRECTORS:

REUNION CENTER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2

/s/ CLIFTONLARSONALLEN LLP

District Manager

Legal Notice No. CCX1465

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Bids and Settlements

Public Notice

WINDLER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY

Connector Roads #1Streetscapes

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 December 6, 2024, for:

Connector Roads #1 Streetscapes

This Contract provides for the construction of the following: Streetscapes throughout the Connector Roads #1 at Windler. The Project is located south of E. 56th Avenue and north of 52nd Avenue between E-470 and Harvest Road and includes plantings, ground covers, 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 November 7, 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. CCX1480

First Publication: November 7, 2024

Last Publication: November 21, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Non-Consecutive Publications

Public Notice

WINDLER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AUTHORITY

WINDLER - 1881 Park – Structural

1881 Park – Structural

This Contract provides for the construction of the following: 1881 Park – Structur al project includes architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural items for buildings near the northeast corner of Tibet Road and 45th Place. Horizontal construction is not in this scope. Coordination with 1881 Site contractor will be required.

Copies of the Bidding Documents may be requested from the Windler Public Improvement Authority, at the email of theAuthority Engineer, barney.fix@ merrick.com, beginning November 21, 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 M aterial Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and warranty bond

for three-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.

Forfurther information,please contact Barney Fix at Merrick & Company at 303-751-0741.

Legal Notice No. CCX1495

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: November 28, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Non-consecutive Publications

Public Notice

WINDLER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT

AUTHORITY

Wenatchee Streetscapes

This Contract provides for the construction of the following: Approximately 1/2 mile of curbside landscaping along Wenatchee Road from 48th Ave to the South property line of Windler. The project includes plantings, ground covers, and irrigation.

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 three-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. CCX1494

First Publication: November 21, 2024 Last Publication: December 5, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Non-consecutive Publications

Notice to Creditors

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of DONNA LEE YEILDING, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 317

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 March 14, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Ronald Whitman

Personal Representative 902 S 76th Ave Yakima, WA 98908

Legal Notice No. CCX1484

First Publication: November 14, 2024 Last Publication: November 28, 2024 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Michael Nelson, aka Michael Anthony Nelson, aka Michael A. Nelson, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30782

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 March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Kayla R. Nelson #44522

Attorney to the Personal Representative

390 Union Blvd. #580 Lakewood, CO 80228

Legal Notice No. CCX 4507

First Publication: November 21, 2024

Last Publication: December 5, 2024

Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express ###

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Adams County housing proponents lick their wounds

Voters drub Measure 1A, county looks for another plan

BY MONTE WHALEY

Adams County o cials are recalibrating their e orts to build more a ordable homes for working families after voters solidly rejected a measure aimed at doing just that.

Voters rejected Ballot Issue 1A by a 70%to-29% margin at the polls Nov. 5.

e measure would have generated $22.2 million annually through a 0.15% sales tax increase to create 6,000 more affordable housing units over 20 years. Proponents say the new funds would not only boost new construction of homes but also improve existing homes.

e new tax was billed as a “small investment” of just 15 cents on a $100 purchase to expand housing options for “hardworking folks so we can bring down the cost of living,” according to Rocky Mountain Partnership, a group that advocates for educational attainment for children.

Adams County Commission chair Emma Pinter said housing advocates will come back with other ideas to create more a ordable housing stock in the county.

“I am sad to see that 1A did not prevail on the ballot,” Pinter said in an email.

“Our Board has worked diligently to improve access to a ordable housing in Adams County and in Colorado. e cost of housing continues to be a signi cant challenge. We will regroup with Maiker Housing who brought 1A forward, we hope to build a plan with them for future

ed a similar measure, which would have raised the local sales tax by 5 cents for every $10 spent in a bid to dramatically expand the city’s a ordable housing stock, according to the Colorado Sun. Proposed by Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and referred to voters by the Denver City Council, Ballot Issue 2R would have raised an estimated $100 million a year, the largest ever expansion of a local government a ordable housing program in Colorado’s history, according to the Sun. Adams County’s public housing author-

rado over the next 20 years, in both population and employment.

e estimated average hourly wage of renters in Adams County is $16.92. At this wage, the average full-time worker can afford $880 in rent, according to Maiker.

Meanwhile, the average fair market rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Adams County is $1,508. At least 35% of Adams County households do not earn enough to a ord a two-bedroom apartment at fair market rent, according to Maiker Housing Partners.

Maiker said that if IA failed, the home de cit in Adams County is expected to grow from currently 10,000 to 30,000 by Lisandra Gonzales, CEO of Rocky Mountain Partnership, said she could not pin down precisely why voters rejected Measure 1A. But she noted that it was a tough year overall to pass a tax measure.

“ is was evident across the state, especially with housing-related measures and, in many cases, education funding,” Gonzales said. “It’s clear there’s a huge need for a ordable housing in Adams County, but the timing and the broader political climate certainly played a role in shaping voter sentiments.”

Adams County voters turned down a ballot question asking for a sales tax to build a ordable housing by a 70% to 29% margin.

PHOTO BY BELEN WARD