Take a tour through the Forest of Stories
Douglas County Libraries’ indoor attraction will remain in place for visitors through
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
If you’re like Buddy the Elf from the 2003 holiday lm “Elf” and are enamored with the twinkly lights and grand ornaments on Christmas trees, you can now take your own magical journey, thanks to the Douglas County Libraries’ Forest of Stories.
With numerous holiday attractions and events taking place outdoors across the county at this time of the year, the Douglas County Libraries is bringing its attraction in-
side. Forest of Stories is part of the library’s Booked for the Holidays event o erings and provides tree-peeping and kid-friendly entertainment opportunities.
“ is is my favorite event of the year,” said Elaine McCain, chair of the Douglas County Libraries Foundation. “It’s accessible to all throughout the holidays, rather than just happening on one day or evening.”
Forest of Stories features more than 170 trees on display across seven library locations. Each tree is deco-
rated with an elaborate book theme that o ers various reading suggestions. From favorite children’s tales to classic literature to mysteries, there is a tree for everyone to enjoy and nd details. Just a few examples are Harry Potter, Bluey and even Dolly Parton.
“More trees than ever are on display this year,” said McCain. “Whatever your favorite theme is, you are sure to nd it in our forest.”
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LIBRARY LOCATIONS FOR FOREST OF STORIES
• Castle Pines: 360 Village Square Lane
• Castle Rock: 110 S. Wilcox St.
• Highlands Ranch: 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd.
• Lone Tree: 10055 Library Way
• Louviers: 7885 Louviers Blvd.
• Parker: 20105 East Mainstreet
• Roxborough: 8357 N. Rampart Range Rd. #200
The library operating hours for each location can be found on the Douglas County Libraries website at dcl.org/locations/.
Castle Rock o cials vote to declare their support for Trump’s deportation plans
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Castle Rock is seeking to declare itself an ally to President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration policy by directing its police department to participate in future federal e orts on deportation. e Castle Rock Town Council unanimously approved a motion by Councilmember Max Brooks on Dec. 3 to declare support for future immigration policies and e orts to deport immigrants who are in the country illegally. An actual declaration will be brought to the council at a future meeting.
Brooks said his motion was prompted by recent comments from Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, who said the city’s police department and residents would ght federal deportation e orts, and compared such proposed deportation e orts to what happened at Tiananmen Square in Beijing in 1989. Brooks, who’s headed to the statehouse to represent House District 45, admonished Johnston and called the comments “insurrectionist rhetoric.”
“You stab law enforcement in the back and then expect them to stand behind your insurrectionist movement,” Brooks said, referencing recent cuts to the Denver Police Department’s budget. “And then further, to mention that you would be willing to put 50,000 of your residents at risk and be on the county line to ght against the federal e ort to remove those who are here illegally? Shame on you.”
Each of the trees is decorated based on local history and various book themes such as “Harry Potter,” “Bluey,” “Charlie Brown” and more
PHOTO BY HALEY LENA
Sterling Ranch uses surprisingly little water
Douglas County subdivision residences use about 30% less water than most urban homes
BY JERD SMITH THE COLORADO SUN
Douglas County is adding new homes like crazy. Some of its communities plan to double in size in the next 30 years, but these new homes use shockingly little water, blowing up traditional water planning rules and raising questions about how much water Colorado communities need to grow.
Sterling Ranch, for instance, has more than 10 years of data showing that the master-planned community of 3,400 residences just o U.S. 85 uses just 0.18 acrefoot of water for each single family home, about 30% less than most urban homes, where 0.25 to 0.50 acre-foot per home is the norm. An acre-foot equals 326,000 gallons.
e community conserves by requiring water-wise lawns, using super-e cient showers and toilets, and installing separate meters for indoor and outdoor use. It also uses recycled water for its parks.
In response, Douglas County has allowed Sterling Ranch to adopt much lower water standards for the thousands more new homes it plans to build. e community will hold 12,500 homes when it is fully built.
Since 2013, Douglas County commissioners have twice allowed the community to dedicate less water to new homes, agreeing to a reduced standard of 0.40 acre-feet, from 0.75 in 2013 and to 0.24 in 2021. Sterling Ranch and its water district, Dominion Water and Sanitation, are asking the county for the authority to set the standards in the future as it sees t, without county review, something that incorporated municipalities, such as Parker and Castle Rock do now.
Lindsay Rogers, a municipal water conservation analyst with Western Resource Advocates, said the lowering of water demand standards is welcome news.
“ e new standard is a good approach,” she said, and very di erent from traditional planning e orts in Colorado, where cities routinely ask for much more water than is actually needed, placing higher demands on rivers and underground supplies and raising the cost of water service, a major contributor to higher home prices.
“We want to see counties, cities, and water providers setting a water dedication that is as closely aligned as possible with the water use on site,” she said.
“Sterling Ranch is a great example who has done this well, and has proven savings, and should be rewarded for its efforts,” she said.
More and more homes
Like other arid Western states being blistered by drought, warming temperatures, and lower stream ows, Colorado’s water future is not assured. e Colorado Water Plan predicts that the state could need up to 740,000 acre-feet of new water supplies by 2050 under the most dire planning scenarios, where the climate warms intensely and growth surges.
Cities are looking to add tens of thousands of homes to put roofs over the heads of new residents. Some estimates indicate as many as 325,000 new homes will be needed.
But if new homes can operate with 30% less water than they once did, would that lessen future shortages and provide the state some breathing room? Possibly. But it’s not likely to do much, according to Kat Weismiller, acting head of the water supply planning section at the Colorado Water Conservation Board, because the scale of development is small.
“We look at a range of drivers, including social values, around water conservation and development to understand
future water demands. While the new development at Sterling Ranch is innovative and sets an important example for how we can develop new communities in a water-e cient way, at this time, the scale of this type of development is fairly limited and it would be unlikely to meaningfully shift the way we forecast water needs at the state level or entirely close the gap,” she said.
Ultra-water e cient homes e trend toward ultra-water e cient
homes appears to be on an upward trajectory.
Another large Douglas County development under consideration, the Pine Canyon Ranch on Castle Rock’s border, asked for and has been given preliminary approval by the Douglas County Planning Commission to build 800 new homes and 1,000 townhomes and apartments with just 0.27 acre-feet of water per home.
The Sterling Ranch community of new homes in Douglas County on Nov. 21.
New homes in the Sterling Ranch community in Douglas County on Nov. 21.
PHOTO BY KATHRYN SCOTT / SPECIAL TO THE COLORADO SUN
Media Coverage of Denver’s Real Estate Market Can Be Confusing or Even Misleading
About this time each month, the media updates readers and viewers on Denver’s real estate market, based on the “market trends” report released by the Denver Metro Association of Realtors (DMAR), based on data from REcolorado, our local MLS.
The headline last Friday in the Denver Post was, “Metro Denver home sales tumble in November, taking prices down with them.”
When I worked for daily newspapers, the reporters did not write their own headlines. That was left to the copy desk, which I also worked on for awhile. So, remember to read the whole article and not just the headline!
below. Second, the statistics are based on month-to-month movement, which is not seasonally adjusted like other statistics. So, look at the two charts I printed at right to correct for those two flaws in the coverage.
However, headlines are what most people rely on, leading to a “conventional wisdom” about any given topic.
There are two problems with that headline. First, you need to know that the statistical report for “metro Denver” is based on statistics for an area that is more rural than urban or metropolitan, as I explain
Year-over-year, the number of sales is way up, and although the median closed price for detached single-family homes is down a little from October, it’s actually up fractionally from the prior November. The median closed price for the attached homes is actually up significantly from a year ago and up slightly from October.
DMAR’s statistics for condos and townhomes in its 11-county area were way off from the statistics based on a 25mile radius of downtown Denver. DMAR reported that the median price of attached listings was down 1.2% from November 2023, but you can see that it’s actually up quite a bit — 15.4%. The number of closings was up 51.4%.
According to DMAR, the number of
What’s the Statistical Definition of ‘Metro Denver’?
People often want to know, “How’s the real estate market?” That question is answered each month by the Denver Metro Association of Realtors using data from the Denver MLS, which is REcolorado. But they define “metro Denver” as the 11 counties that touch on the metro area. That map is at left. It would be just as easy to gather statistics (as I do) based on a 25-mile radius of downtown Denver, shown at right. The yellow circle on the left map approximates the 25-mile radius that I use.
active listings was up 39.3% from October 2023. In the 25-mile radius, they were up only 30%. These are just some exam-
Last week’s newsletter from our friends at Alpine Building Performance was on this topic, and some of the descriptions below are from them, but I have added my own content and edited theirs.
Brick or Stone Veneer - It has been decades since builders actually built brick or stone structural walls. Nowadays, homes are almost always wood frame with only a veneer of brick or stone. And that “stone” is usually “cultured stone” (example at right), which is made from concrete with additives to create the look of real stone and molded into different shapes. It’s fun to look at a wall and see if you can find where different shapes are repeated.
Composite Decking - Trex was probably the original brand name for this product, which is a mostly petroleum product. Its first version over 25 years ago was gray and not very wood-like in appearance. It also was prone to sagging if your joists were more than 12 inches apart. Now Trex and its several competitors make versions which look quite wood-like. I like TimberTech’s line.
Balcony vs. Deck - A balcony is technically a structure that does not have exterior stairs to the ground level and can only be accessed from the interior.
Fiber Cement Siding - If you own a tract home built since, say, 1990, and you think you have wood siding, you quite likely have fiber cement siding that looks like wood.
James Hardie® dominates this product line with their “HardieBoard.” This exterior cladding is made from a mixture of cement, sand, water, and cellulose fibers. In addition to wood, it often mimics stucco or masonry, offering superior resistance to moisture, pests, fire, and weather. Fiber cement is a popular siding choice due to its affordability and benefits.
Flatwork - Refers to horizontal surfaces made from materials like concrete or pavers, including sidewalks, driveways, patios, and slabs, providing functional and decorative flat surfaces in outdoor spaces. It is not structural! It is slab-on-gravel, and if the earth under it is not properly prepared, it is prone to settling, which is fixed by “mudjacking,” a process in which a concrete slurry is pumped through 4-inch holes in the concrete to raise it. Your basement and garage floors are probably slabs on gravel. I am particularly fond of “stamped concrete,” which is typically colored and can resemble flagstone.
EIFS - (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) is also know as “artificial stucco.” It’s a multi-layered exterior wall cladding that provides insulation, waterproofing, and a customizable finish. It typically consists of an insulation board, base coat with fiberglass mesh, and a decorative finish coat often referred to as synthetic stucco. While EIFS has a bad reputation for moisture issues, it can be a great product IF it is installed properly.
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STORIES
e rst Forest of Stories opened to the public in November 2022 with only 120 trees. Now with more than 170 trees, it’s a year-long process to bring it all together, said Melissa Anciaux, a library sta writer and editor.
To make these trees, every department at the libraries contribute to the event. e themes and decor are voted
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on, and then the trees are decorated by library sta and volunteers. Forest of Stories isn’t just about looking at the displays. is year, the library is also partnering with local radio station Mix 100 for special in-library events, such as live readings from radio personalities, and contests or drawings that people can enter to win prizes and giveaways. e exhibit is presented by the Douglas County Libraries Foundation, which is a nonpro t aimed to fund programs for families. It is free and open during library operating hours through Jan. 4. Make a gift! Take a Training!
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First class seating on Frontier Airlines? Here it comes
Frontier Airlines is making a play for luxury travelers.
e Denver-based budget carrier is introducing rst-class seating as part of its e ort to revamp its operations and reach new customers. e new seating will roll out next year along with free seat upgrades and unlimited free companion seating for the most frequent iers, Frontier said in a statement.
“Travelers should expect more from their airline and, in 2025, Frontier will deliver as we continue our transformation into the most rewarding airline in the sky,” said Barry Bi e, CEO of Frontier Airlines, in the statement. “We’ve listened to customers, and they want more — more premium options, like rst-class seating, attainable seat upgrades, more free travel
for their companions, and the ability to use miles on more than just airfare.” e changes are a departure for an airline that is known for its rock-bottom fares and no-frills service. Frontier, along with other budget carriers, is struggling to compete with big airlines, leading to the changes in its formula.
Frontier had a reputation for nickeland-diming customers with fees that added substantial costs to the fares advertised. Last year, a class action lawsuit led in Florida alleged Frontier gate attendants earned bonuses for charging people additional baggage fees at the gate, among other things. Frontier has since added multiple pricing tiers that included things like checked bags. is story is from CPR News, a nonprofit public broadcaster serving Colorado. Used by permission. For more, and to support Colorado Public Radio, visit cpr.org.
More than 170 Christmas trees are on display in each of the seven Douglas County Libraries as part of its Forest of Stories attraction.
PHOTO BY HALEY LENA
The Douglas County Library Archives decorated a tree with Douglas County street signs, old photographs and letters.
PHOTO BY HALEY LENA
BY SARAH MULHOLLAND CPR NEWS
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Castle Rock seats its new town council
Following the November election, Castle Rock seated its new council for the 2024-2026 term, swearing in four members.
Voters reelected council members Ryan Hollingshead in District 1, Laura Cavey in District 2 and Tim Dietz in District 6 to second terms; and elected Mark Davis to District 4 for a rst term. Davis replaces Mayor Pro-Tem Desiree LaFleur, who lost her bid for reelection.
Hollingshead, Cavey, Dietz and Davis were sworn in at the Dec. 3 meeting and will serve four-year terms.
e newly sworn in council voted 4-3 to elect Cavey as the new mayor pro-tem over Councilmember Kevin Bracken.
e votes were anonymous.
e council and town sta also honored LaFleur for her commitment to the
town and time on the council. LaFleur participated in numerous community organizations, including the AdventHealth Hospital Board, the Downtown Merchants Association, the Design Review Board, the board for the Castle Rock Chamber and the Castle Rock Police Youth Academy.
“I’m so grateful for the opportunities this gave me,” LaFleur said. “I’m excited for this new chapter and the endeavors coming all of our way. I love this town so much and from the bottom of my heart, it’s been a true pleasure.”
Town sta gifted LaFleur a plaque honoring her time on the council and an engraved clock.
District 1 represents western parts of Castle Rock and the Meadows neighborhood. District 2 covers northeast Castle Rock. District 4 is made up of downtown and the north-central part of town. District 6 represents southern Castle Rock.
Council members, including Brooks and Mayor Jason Gray, said the declaration will focus on immigrants who are here illegally, not legal immigrants.
Councilmember Ryan Hollingshead supported the declaration, but suggested it should not prioritize deportation e orts over other public safety concerns.
“It’s unfortunate that we have to have a declaration because Denver does its
own thing, that we need to declare that we’re going to follow the law,” Hollingshead said. “Let’s make sure to word that … to prioritize things in the correct manner so this doesn’t become the be all, end all when other emergencies happen in town.”
Brooks said the intent of the declaration is to distance Castle Rock from Denver policies and reinforce support for law enforcement.
“My job is to take the concerns that I’m hearing and make sure that they’re being represented and last night at town council, I represented a concern of public safety that I’ve been hearing from
constituents,” Brooks said. “ e impact is simply just to show that we’re drawing a very clear separation between the decision-making of Denver and our decisions. We will follow the rule of law as it is prescribed.”
Previously, Brooks led the council to look into legal action against Denver for its sanctuary policies for immigrants, which is ongoing.
As a member of the state legislature, Brooks said he is also hoping to help support a bill to repeal the existing state prohibition concerning law enforcement working with federal immigration agencies.
Castle Rock is planning to pass a declaration of support for President-elect Donald Trump’s deportation plans and immigration policy. The town is also seeking to take legal action against Denver for its sanctuary policies.
PHOTO BY ARIA MARIZZA
Castle Rock Town Council swore in Ryan Hollingshead in District 1, Laura Cavey in District 2 and Tim Dietz in District 6 and Mark Davis in District 4 at the Dec. 3 meeting. The new council elected Cavey as mayor pro-tem.
PHOTO BY MCKENNA HARFORD
Aerospace industry makes its way to Parker
Polis announces expansion by Safran Electronics and Defense
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
As Colorado continues to be a leader in the aerospace industry, an industrial area near Chamber Road and Compark Boulevard in Parker will be the new home for a sector of Safran Electronics & Defense, a global equipment supplier for defense and space.
“I am thrilled to welcome Safran to the Town of Parker,” said Weldy Feazell, Parker’s director of economic development. “Parker is committed to fostering innovation and growth in our dynamic aerospace community.”
Gov. Jared Polis and the Global Business Development Division of the Colorado O ce of Economic Development and International Trade announced Dec. 3 that Safran Electronics and Defense has selected Colorado for expansion.
Joe Bogosian, president and CEO of Safran Defense & Space, Inc. said Colorado is strategically located and is home to an “aerospace ecosystem” that will help advance its commitment to investing in the country and provide capabilities to meet the needs of the U.S. space market.
Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Safran Defense & Space Inc. is a leading provider of solutions designed to address challenges of advanced space missions and national defense. It operates through specialized business units in areas such as space solutions, geospatial arti cial intelligence and more.
Douglas County worked with partners such as the Colorado O ce of Economic Development and International Trade and the Metro Denver’s Economic Development Commission Colorado Space Coalition to bring the aerospace industry to Parker.
“It was kind of a perfect storm for us,” Parker Mayor Je Toborg said, adding that Parker had the land and it is in close proximity to Lockheed Martin south of Littleton.
Safran aims to open a manufacturing facility in Parker that will deliver electric propulsion thrusters and host Safran’s U.S. team for satellite communications, and space and ground domain awareness, among other services.
Referring to the site as a “keystone” project, Parker mayor-elect Joshua Rivero told the
Parker Chronicle that he is proud to have Safran’s manufacturing operations come to the community.
“ e Town of Parker and Douglas County have identi ed aerospace as one of our key areas of focus for future workforce development,” said Rivero.
e site is also anticipated to create 20 primary jobs in the aerospace industry. ese positions include engineers, technicians and operators.
“Safran not only brings experienced professionals to our region, but it also opens new avenues for collaboration and development in aerospace technology,” said Feazell. “ eir presence will create exciting opportunities for both residents and businesses.”
Aerospace in Colorado
Safran stated it chose Colorado for its “world class” aerospace ecosystem, workforce and supply chain.
With companies like Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and Boeing concentrated in the state, Colorado has the nation’s sec-
ond-largest aerospace economy, according to Metro Denver Aerospace Industry.
“Over the last ve years, Colorado’s aerospace industry has seen 30% growth and now employs over 240,000 workers,” Eve Lieberman, executive director of the O ce of Economic Development and International Trade said in a statement. is is further emphasized by a November report from the O ce of Economic Development and International Trade. It stated, within the past two decades, Colorado’s aerospace industry grew by nearly 88%, demonstrating how prevalent the aerospace industry is in the state.
In addition to Colorado Springs being the home to the U.S. Space Command and the U.S. Space Force’s Space Operations Command, there are about 200 Colorado companies – 65 in Denver – that are participating in NASA’s Artemis program that plans to return Americans to the moon.
Colorado brought $22.8 billion in federal aerospace funding to companies headquartered in the state, according to the November report.
Douglas County School Board plans for redistricting
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e Douglas County School District is looking to redistrict its school board districts to maintain equal representation for residents. School boards that have directors voted in by district, as opposed to at-large directors, must reevaluate districts every four years to make sure they have equal populations.
“Every four years, (school) districts are required to analyze director districts to evaluate if they are balanced and, if not, to reapportion them,” explained Chief Operating O cer Rich Cosgrove of Douglas County schools.
Since 2020, Douglas County School District has added about 36,400 people, leading the districts to need to reapportionment.
Douglas County has seven director districts that must be roughly equal in size, with a 3% deviation from the average population allowed.
District A covers the western half of Highlands Ranch; District B covers most of the western side of the county outside of High-
lands Ranch, including Sterling Ranch and Roxborough; District C covers the eastern half of Highlands Ranch; District D covers the southeastern parts of the county, including some of Castle Rock and Franktown; District E covers the north-central part of the county, including Castle Pines; District F covers part of Parker, the Pinery and a portion of Elbert County; and District G covers the remaining areas in Parker and Elbert County.
Population has declined in districts A, C, E and F, while districts B, D and G have increased in population. District C saw the biggest decline with more than 8,000 people leaving, and District G had the biggest increase with more than 12,700 people moving to the district.
“In general we saw growth in population in District G, as well as B, and then a decline in the Highlands Ranch districts,” Shavon Caldwell, planning manager for the district, said.
Sta presented three proposals for redistricting on Nov. 19, none of which would unseat current board directors. All three scenarios shrink District G, relocate District E and grow
Districts A and C, which Caldwell said helps account for the respective population changes.
Board directors were mostly in favor of the third scenario where the Solstice, Sterling Ranch and Roxborough areas are split between Districts A and B, with some parts of Highlands Ranch moving to District B, while leaving the portion of the district in Elbert County split between Districts G and F.
e other scenarios that were less favored moved all of Elbert County into District G or combined the Sterling Ranch and Solstice neighborhoods with District A.
Shannon Bingham, of Western Demographics, which put together the redistricting options, said he preferred the same scenario that most of the board voiced support for because he said it best preserved the previous representation of the districts.
“What I try to do is preserve that historic pattern of representation so individual board members’ style and the style of the board in general, as far as how they represent their stakeholders, is not unduly disrupted by reapportionment,” Bingham said.
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Colorado Community Media’s 25 weekly and monthly newspapers are now being printed at e Trust Press, a commercial printing facility in northeast Denver launched by the National Trust for Local News to address the skyrocketing costs of producing local news in Colorado.
Printing costs for CCM’s newspapers have risen more than 60% in the past two years. After the Gannett-owned printer in Pueblo closed in the summer of 2023, the nonpro t National Trust for Local News — which owns Colorado Community Media — began looking for more long-term and a ordable solutions. e project to stand up a new printing facility, named e Trust Press, spanned nearly a year.
“We’re excited that this path-breaking idea is nally a reality in Colorado,” said Elizabeth Hansen Shapiro, CEO and co-founder of the National Trust. “Print newspapers are still valued, particularly in rural and underrepresented communities. We are proud to launch this affordable and sustainable printing solution that will strengthen local and ethnic news organizations across Colorado.”
e new press plans to begin printing dozens of other local and ethnic newspapers in the new year. e Trust Press is estimated to save local publishers at least $500,000 in 2025 compared to existing printing options, according to the National Trust.
e Trust Press was made possible by philanthropic support from the Colorado Media Project, Bohemian Foundation, Gates Family Foundation and e Colorado Trust. e National Trust is continuing to fundraise to support the Trust Press, with roughly $700,000 remaining to reach the project’s overall
goal of $1.7 million.
“Gates Family Foundation is grateful for the partners that rallied to make this new printing solution possible,” said omas A. Gougeon, president of Gates Family Foundation. “While the future of news is digital, a local and a ordable way to support print publications is an essen-
tial bridge to that future. We hope that this press will support smaller, local publishers on the Front Range in a way that is more a ordable, more mission aligned, and more supportive of the local news ecosystem in Colorado.”
e centerpiece of the Trust Press is a four-tower DGM 430 Press purpose-built for the smaller print runs that most local independent publishers now demand. e printing facility has already created ve full-time jobs, with more expected in
“We have heard from so many local publishers here in Colorado who are struggling to nd an a ordable printing solution, and I am excited to serve them at the Trust Press,” said Kevin Smalley, director of the Trust Press. “We have a great team and rst-rate facility in place. We’re already printing 100,000 copies per week and will soon o er a ordable printing services that support a wide range of publications and the communities they serve.”
Smalley, previously vice president of operations for e Daily Gazette in Schenectady, New York, joined CCM earlier this year to oversee the stand-up of the new press facility. Publishers or commercial printing customers interested in the Trust Press are encouraged to email printing@coloradocommunitymedia. com for more information.
Colorado Community Media, the nonpro t a liate of the National Trust for Local News, operates two dozen weekly and monthly publications in and around the Denver metro area. e National Trust, founded in 2021 in Colorado, owns and operates more than 60 newspapers across Maine, Colorado and Georgia — critical sources of community news that serve nearly 40 counties and some ve million people.
Xcel Energy wants to charge more for electricity later in the evening
BY SAM BRASCH CPR NEWS
Millions of Colorado residents could soon pay more to use electricity later in the evening under a proposal from provider Xcel Energy.
e state’s largest utility led to change time-of-use rates in early September. If state regulators approve the proposal, customers will pay the most for power from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on non-holiday weekdays during the summer and from
5 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the winter.
e current “on-peak” hours currently stretch from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. year-round. e company also charges slightly higher rates during “mid-peak” hours from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., which would be eliminated under the new proposal.
State utility regulators expect to reach a nal decision in February 2025, and the company could begin implementing the updated rate schedule as soon as May 2025.
e Colorado Public Utilities Com-
mission recently encouraged residents to participate in a public hearing on the proposal on December 17. Xcel Energy customers can also provide written feedback to the commission through an online form.
Xcel Energy started moving its Colorado customers to time-of-use rates in 2022. e pricing plans are meant to nudge customers to use energy during periods of lower demand and higher renewable energy production. Wind energy, for example, often goes to waste at
night, so a utility can operate more eciently by encouraging customers to run dishwashers or charge electric cars later in the evening.
e company says the latest proposal isn’t only easier to understand. By setting higher rates for customers in the evening, the utility hopes to discourage energy usage at a time of day when solar energy production tends to drop — along with the sun.
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State to enforce Express Lane violations
Roadside detection system will flag those crossing solid lines
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e Colorado Department of Transportation is cracking down on drivers that cross the solid lines of Colorado’s Express Lanes ahead of the new year, as penalties for breaking Express Lanes rules will soon take e ect on the I-25 South Gap, I-70 and U.S. 36 corridors.
Douglas County recently shared that the Express Lanes Safety and Toll Enforcement Program — which is managed by a government-owned business within CDOT — will be implementing advanced roadway technology to identify drivers entering and exiting Express Lanes outside of designated areas.
e roadside detection system pinpoints vehicles weaving over solid white lines in Express Lanes using sensors, cameras and software.
e system was rst introduced in Colorado last year on the I-70 Mountain Express Lane corridor and has since expanded to the C-470 and North I-25 Express Lanes.
1, which is when violators will receive nes known as civil penalties. According to the state, civil penalties for violating the Express Lane rules will start at $75 if paid within 20 days. If the ne is not paid within 20 days, the ne increases to $150.
Over the years, CDOT has seen that weaving over the solid lines between Express Lanes and the general purpose lanes cause crashes as drivers may not anticipate other vehicles to suddenly cross over the lines in front of them, forcing them to react quickly, according to e release from CDOT said that this behavior “signi cantly increases crash risks due to the speed di erential between vehicles in the Express Lanes and those in the general purpose lanes.”
Vehicles should only enter or exit Express Lanes at clearly marked points where there is signage and dashed lines.
A warning period began on Dec. 1. is means drivers on the I-25 South Gap from south Castle Rock to Monument, on I-70 between I-25 and Chambers Road, and on U.S. 36 between Federal Boule-
“ is technology has already reduced violations by 80% in the corridors where we’ve developed it,” Tim Hoover, a CDOT spokesperson, said in a statement. “ is means accidents avoided and lives saved.”
vard and Table Mesa Drive will receive a warning for entering or exiting the Express Lanes outside of designated areas.
is enforcement will start with a 30day grace period, during which warnings will be mailed to the registered address of the vehicle.
e warning period will end on Jan
According to CDOT’s website, a dashed line may be paired with a solid white line on some Express Lane corridors. In those cases, the driver can only enter the Express Lanes if they are closest to the dashed line. If the solid line is on the driver’s side, they cannot cross.
“More than 90% of drivers using Express Lanes follow the rules and don’t cross the solid lines,” Hoover said in a statement. “Unfortunately, the small percentage that do weave endanger themselves and everyone else.”
I-25 toll lane sign. Penalties for breaking Express Lane rules will soon take e ect on the I-25 South Gap, I-70 and U.S. 36 corridors.
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Finishing strong and starting stronger
As the year draws to a close, it’s natural to re ect on how we’ve spent the past months and prepare for what lies ahead. is time of year holds a unique rhythm, one that challenges us to nish strong while simultaneously setting the stage to start the new year even stronger. In my career, I’ve been fortunate to work alongside individuals who exemplify an unwavering work ethic. eir example serves as a reminder that the choices we make in these critical weeks can set the tone for short- and long-term success. When it comes to year-end productivity, people tend to fall into three categories. First are the “hibernating bears,” who mentally check out, believing the end of the year is a time to coast. ey avoid new challenges, choosing to “wake up” in January, often starting from scratch.
ally building strength and endurance. By January’s arrival, the initial hurdles are behind us, and we’re miles ahead of where we would have been. is principle applies equally to professional endeavors. For those in sales, the last month of the year is a critical period, yet it’s often underestimated. e hibernating salesperson may believe their prospects are too busy or disinterested during the holidays. But this mindset ignores a key truth: when we snooze, we lose.
At the other end of the spectrum are the “eager beavers” who work tirelessly, maximizing every moment. ese individuals are determined to squeeze every bit of opportunity out of the year while positioning themselves for a solid start to the next.
Somewhere in between are those who nd balance, resting and recharging while also seizing pockets of productivity. ey understand the value of entering the new year refreshed yet prepared, blending thoughtful re ection with strategic action.
How often do we set resolutions in January, particularly around tness, only to face the harsh reality of starting cold? Imagine if we began today, taking small steps toward our goals and gradu-
On the other hand, the eager beaver salesperson sees the holiday season as an opportunity. ey know that creativity and persistence can turn December into a month of signi cant wins. Whether it’s closing deals, setting up January meetings, or identifying personal and professional growth areas, they stay proactive while others are idle.
Here are some practical strategies to nish strong:
Focus on Follow-Up: Revisit leads and opportunities that may have gone quiet earlier in the year. e end of the year often brings a sense of urgency for decision-makers trying to nalize budgets or achieve annual goals.
Get Creative with Outreach: Use the holiday season to connect personally. Sending thoughtful messages or small tokens of appreciation can keep you top of mind and build goodwill.
Set the Table for January: Book meet-
Castle Rock Town Council generally meets twice a month to make decisions that impact the community. Whether it’s a road project, construction contract or budget amendment, the council works to represent the Castle Rock community.
On Dec. 3, one newly elected councilmember and three returning members were sworn in. Reelected were Ryan Hollingshead for District 1, which includes western portions of e Meadows; Laura Cavey to represent District 2, which includes northeast Castle Rock; and Tim Dietz to represent District 6, which includes southern Castle Rock. Mark Davis was elected to represent District 4 in north-central and downtown Castle Rock. ese members joined current members Mayor Jason Gray, representing the entire Town; Kevin Bracken for District 3, which includes eastern portions of e Meadows, Castle Highlands, Red Hawk and the Wolfensberger Road corridor west of Prairie Hawk Drive; and Max Brooks for District 5, which includes southeastern Castle Rock.
Also at the Dec. 3 meeting, the council elected Laura Cavey as mayor pro tem. e mayor pro tem lls in for the mayor in his absence.
Learn more about the councilmembers by viewing their bios at CRgov.com/ MeetCouncil. Find out which member represents you at CRgov. com/ElectionDistricts.
ings now for the start of the new year. Prospects and clients often plan ahead, and securing time on their calendars ensures you hit the ground running.
Re ect and Plan: Take stock of your wins and lessons from the past year. Identify areas for growth and create a roadmap for development in 2025. Maintain Balance: Rest and recharge when needed. Burnout won’t serve you well in the long term, so nd moments to relax and refocus while staying productive. e way you nish this year directly impacts how you begin the next. Just as athletes maintain conditioning during the oseason, professionals who stay engaged in December enter January with momentum. ey’ve already overcome the inertia
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that plagues those who wait until the clock strikes midnight to get started. Let’s commit to nishing this year with intention and enthusiasm. Let’s maximize every opportunity, nurture every relationship, and embrace the chance to improve. And when the new year arrives, let’s start stronger. I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we nish strong and start even stronger, it really will be a better than good life.
Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.
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Hypocrisy by commissioners
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ere are many ways to stay informed on all that’s happening in the Town of Castle Rock. I hope you’ll connect with the town and stay in touch as we head into a new year!
is guest column was written by David L. Corliss, the town manager of Castle Rock.
Hypocrisy abounds in the actions of the Douglas County commissioners. Disrespecting their sworn oaths as government o cials to uphold the Constitution and be good stewards of tax money are the minimal obligations to represent us. Failure to respect and enforce constitutional law is a slippery slope. A few alarming examples of the local slippery slope are the attack on the wall of separation between church and state (religious slogans in government chambers), the obligation to provide citizens equal protections (LGBTQ+ community), and the establishment of a quasi-governmental body (Economic Development Council) which is hypocritical, but only if you believe in the rule of law established by the Constitution.
Katie Barrett, Castle Rock
Disrespectful behavior by o cial
As a concerned resident of Douglas County, I recently attended the Highlands Ranch Metro District (HRMD) board meeting on November 26th, where I was surprised by the prepared remarks from state Rep. Bob Marshall (HD43). During the public comment period, he criticized HRMD for not inviting him to the Veterans Day event at the Highlands Ranch
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David L. Corliss
Look with your heart
While I just recently read about this concept, physicists and neuroscientists discovered long ago that when we look at something, technically, what we see is the past. Studying the speed of light and the human brain, scientists learned that for us to identify an object, light must hit the object, bounce o , and move to our eyes where our brains process the image. ese steps take time; ultimately, while it is only a fraction of a second, it is the past that we are seeing.
e James Webb Space Telescope, looking deep into space, provides a clear example of this concept. Because of the strength and location of that telescope, we can observe images of events that took place 13 billion years ago. e light has taken that long to reach us.
e idea that what we “see” is in the past is thought provoking.
When we look at our struggles, it is easy to get stuck viewing the past. Pondering an illness or some other di culty can leave our minds focused on what we are not able to do or what we do not have. ere are traps in that perspective. Yes, there are things that we can gain from looking at the past, but we must understand that it can be inaccurate, less than a full picture. Do we have the ability to see more than the past?
When we look with our hearts, we see more.
Looking with our heart comes with opening ourselves up to feeling all the emotions that surround our existence. When we look with our heart, we see the kind things people are doing for us, as well as the opportunity to help those around us. When we look with our heart, we understand the value of moments with others. ere is a purity of emotion in that
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Library on November 11th, and secondly for asking about his stance on property tax legislation during last year’s legislative session. He apparently was invited to attend a board meeting during last year’s legislative session, and he appeared upset that board members dared to ask him his views on the property tax legislation and whether he would stand up for Highlands Ranch residents to combat the rising property tax rates. I am sorry, isn’t that his job?
After the meeting, I reached out to HRMD sta and was told that no elected o cials from Douglas County were sent invitations to the highly published event, which drew nearly 100 residents and veterans, including Rep. Marshall, who were honored at a very meaningful ceremony. HRMD hosts these events twice a year, and two of the board members are distinguished veterans: one, a former Army ofcer and the other, a 30-year combat veteran of the Navy. To suggest that HRMD does not show respect for veterans is not only inaccurate, but deeply unfair to the
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WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT
view, joy, elation, appreciation. Looking with our heart allows us to see the abundance that surrounds us.
Don’t get me wrong, our eyes are incredibly important to “seeing the situation.” But when we only look with our eyes, we are limiting ourselves. Seeing everything that surrounds us, the support, the care, the love is only possible when we look with our hearts. Our hearts show us encouragement and hope.
My hope for you is that this week you will sit and gaze with awe and wonder at what your heart shows you and that as you look with your heart, you will see, with great clarity, the past, present, and future. Additionally, I hope the view will remind you of all the other hearts that stand side by side with you.
I would appreciate hearing from you as you nd helpful morsels in these columns. is week I would especially love to hear about the things that you see when you look with your heart. I can be contacted at jim.roome@gmail.com
Jim Roome lives in Arvada with his wife Beth. He spent 34 years in public education. Lessons learned from the one two punch of being diagnosed with MS shortly before his best friend was diagnosed with terminal cancer led him into a new pursuit as a freelance writer and speaker. He uses his life experiences and love of stories to inspire, educate and encourage local, national and international audiences.
organization, sta and the volunteers who work tirelessly to make these ceremonies meaningful.
What troubled me further was a recent letter to the editor criticizing HRMD for what the writer called a “disrespectful snub.” In my view, the real issue is that Rep. Marshall seems to be seeking special treatment. His tone at the board meeting was overly aggressive, and his immediate exit after reading his prepared statement was not only disrespectful but unbecoming of a retired Marine o cer and an elected o cial. Public servants, especially those with military backgrounds, should demonstrate emotional control and respect for the institutions they engage with. Instead of focusing on a perceived slight, it is crucial that we all honor the work of local organizations like HRMD, which consistently supports and honors veterans in our community.
While I respect Rep. Marshall’s service, I believe his actions in this instance were misdirected. Rather than attacking HRMD, he should recognize the importance of these events and the dedication of the volunteers, sta and board members who make them possible. Richard Bell, Chat eld East
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Anthony Dominguez and Nate Harner have worked plenty of jobs and some have been ful lling. Dominguez was a medical caregiver and Harner is a musician in Fort Collins.
But both men were caught a little o guard by the accolades heaped on them after they started installing Christmas lights this fall for Humbug Holiday Lighting. e north metro company’s motto is “All e Magic Without e Hassle” and people are more than joyful to let Humbug take the complicated and sometimes dangerous task of hanging Christmas lights out of their hands.
“People are just so happy to see us,” said Dominguez, who recently carefully lined up a string of colorful lights outside a home in north Broom eld. “ ey are so grateful ... it just seems what we do makes people smile.”
“One customer was so happy for what we did for them, she baked us a plate of cookies,” Harner said. “I have never seen that before.” is is Humbug’s rst year in the Christmas lighting business, and owner Brad Goins said he is still dealing with the joy he is spreading.
“I’ve enjoyed it a lot more than I thought I would,” Goins said. “ ey are all just so incredibly excited to see us. It’s just something super special for them.”
As of late November, Humbug had serviced 60 homes. Most are in the north Denver metro area, but Goins thinks the company’s reach will soon stretch further south and beyond.
“ is business is going to grow. ere is such a demand,” he said.
Natalie — the Broom eld homeowner — said she and her family have hung Christmas lights for the past 15 years. is year, her husband announced he no longer wanted to take the risk.
“He’s afraid of heights, and he didn’t want to do it anymore,” she said.
Natalie, who asked that her last name not be used, contacted Humbug, which relies on online marketing as well as signs planted on the side of roadways to advertise their services.
“ is is so great. You guys are great,” Natalie told the Humbug crew. “... e best part is that no one has to be hurt.”
Goins said worries over safety usually prompt people to call for his company’s services. It has led to the overall growth of the Christmas light industry in Colorado and elsewhere, Goins said.
“People call and say, ‘You really do this?’” Goins said. “A lot of people still don’t realize we’re out there.”
A typical installation may take up to four hours and the price tag to let professionals handle the work also widely varies, according to Goins and other light installers contacted by Colorado Community Media.
A two-story home may cost about $500 to decorate, especially if it has been tted for lights before. Some larger and more elaborate homes may cost a few thousand to t.
But many homeowners and businesses are more willing to pay for the installation just so they can forgo the hassles of hanging their own lights.
“When we do it, that means for homeowners there is no more climbing ladders or untangling lights. Who wants to do that during the holidays?” Goins said.
Most of the people who call for professional light installers are wives who no longer want their husbands climbing ladders and potentially hurting themselves, said Chris Rhodes, co-owner of Window Genie, which hangs Christmas lights in Arvada, Brighton, Denver, Eastlake and Wheat Ridge.
Brad Goins of Humbug Christmas Lights uses a pole to decorate a tree with Christmas lights. PHOTO BY MONTE WHALEY
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e company just nished decorating a home in Greenwood Village for “a few thousand dollars,” Rhodes said.
“A lot of guys say ‘Oh no, I can do it. I can do it,’” Rhodes said. “ e wives are saying ‘Well, let’s get someone else to do it.’”
A generational shift is also fueling the growth of professional Christmas cheer installers, Goins said.
Baby boomers are aging out of stringing lights, especially for homes that are more than one story, he said.
“ e generations after baby boomers are more than willing to let someone else do it for them,” Goins said. “Plus, they want to do something elaborate, something they can be proud of.”
Humbug professionals consult with homeowners before they start work on a home, Goins said.
“Professionals create a stunning and customized lighting design tailored to your home’s unique architecture,” states the Humbug website.
Humbug workers do the installation, takedown and storage.
“Licensed, insured, and OSHA-certied technicians ensure the job is done safely, reducing the risk of accidents,” according to the Humbug website.
“ e company uses commercialgrade lights and materials that are more durable and brighter than standard store-bought lights,” Goins said.
Some homeowners bring out their own lights and o er to let Humbug use those instead, Goins said.
“We always say no,” he said. “ ey almost always have some lights that are broken and need to be replaced.”
Humbug will also adjust or repair their display as needed to keep their house displays looking ideal, he said.
“We take a lot of pride in what we do and we want to make our customers happy,” Goins said.
Many of Window Genie’s 100 or so Christmas light customers are those who already use the company’s window cleaning services, Rhodes said.
Christmas light installation is the second most lucrative part of the business, said Rhodes, adding that by anksgiving the company is done with Yuletide services.
“It’s become a big part of our business,” Rhodes said. “We get customers coming back every year, wanting the whole Christmas treatment.”
Window Genie — based out of ornton — installs LED lights, programmable RGB lights and remote-controlled lights, Rhodes said. e company also o ers a three-year, no-worries warranty on all maintenance and storage of customer lights. Window Genie’s methods are more meticulous than the typical “Uncle Bob” approach of just wrapping up lights in a haphazard manner and tossing them into a corner of the basement or work shed, Rhodes said.
Each customer’s strand is carefully wrapped up and includes a small map that informs installers where each light goes next year, Rhodes said.
Window Genie also carefully screens employees for their ladder skills, he said.
“If we see someone white knuckle a ladder, we won’t use them,” Rhodes said.
The Humbug Holiday Lighting crew of Nate Harner, owner Brad Goins and Anthony Dominguez pose before starting work on a house in Broomfield.
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Anthony Dominguez of Humbug Christmas Lighting helps put up a string of holiday lights.
PHOTO BY MONTE WHALEY
Nursing home industry wants Trump to rescind sta ng mandate
BY JORDAN RAU KFF HEALTH NEWS
Covid’s rampage through the country’s nursing homes killed more than 172,000 residents and spurred the biggest industry reform in decades: a mandate that homes employ a minimum number of nurses.
But with President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the industry is ramping up pressure to kill that requirement before it takes e ect, leaving thousands of residents in homes too short-sta ed to provide proper care.
e nursing home industry has been marshaling opposition for months among congressional Republicans — and some Democrats — to overrule the Biden administration’s mandate. Two industry groups, the American Health Care Association and LeadingAge, have sued to overturn the regulation, and 20 Republican state attorneys general have led their own challenge.
Consumer advocates, industry o cials and independent researchers agree that the incoming administration is likely to rescind the rule, given the rst Trump administration’s “patients over paperwork” campaign to remove “unnecessary, obsolete, or excessively burdensome health regulations on hospitals and other healthcare providers.” Among other things, Trump aided the industry by easing nes against homes that had been cited for poor care.
“We’re hoping the president-elect will come in and take a look at the science and data behind it and see this really is a modest reform.”
Sam Brooks, director for public policy for the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
during the pandemic and could be lured back if salaries and working conditions were better.
How many nursing homes could a ord the increased cost remains a mystery because of weaknesses in the government’s requirements for nancial transparency. About half of homes lose money, according to their reports to Medicare, but some nursing home owners grow rich through clandestine maneuvers to siphon pro ts into their own pockets.
“ e Trump administration has proven itself really eager to reverse overreaching regulations,” said Linda Couch, senior vice president for policy and advocacy at LeadingAge, which represents nonpro t elder care providers. “We think it’s got a pretty good chance of being repealed, and hope so.”
Issued in April, the sta ng regulation requires nursing homes to have registered nurses on-site around the clock — something that the industry has endorsed — and to maintain minimum numbers of nurses and aides. Four in 5 homes would have to increase sta ng. e requirements would be phased in, starting in May 2026.
Even before the election, many experts and activists had doubts that the rule would be e ectively enforced, given the poor results in states that have imposed their own minimums. In New York, California, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts — states with the most robust requirements — many homes remain below the legal sta ng levels. Governors have given many homes reprieves, and other
homes have found that paying penalties costs less than the increase in payroll for additional sta .
e federal government estimates the average annual cost over a decade to meet the Biden mandate would be $4.3 billion a year, a 2% increase in expenses, though the changes do not include increases in federal Medicare or Medicaid payments.
“Sta ng is everything in terms of nursing-home quality,” said R. Tamara Konetzka, a professor of public health sciences at the University of Chicago.
While the rule’s e ectiveness was uncertain, she worried that repealing it would send the wrong message. “We would be losing that signal that nursing homes should try really hard to improve their sta ng,” she said.
Advocate groups for nursing home residents, who had criticized the Biden administration rule for not requiring even higher sta ng levels, have since pivoted and are trying to protect it.
“We’re hoping the president-elect will come in and take a look at the science and data behind it and see this really is
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a modest reform,” said Sam Brooks, the director for public policy for the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care, a Washington, D.C.-based nonpro t. “We’d be devastated to see it fall.”
e Trump transition team did not respond to a request for comment. e Department of Health and Human Services did not respond to requests for comment, but in a court ling it argued that nursing homes should be able to reach the required sta ng levels.
“ ere is more than enough time to identify, train and hire additional sta ,” the Biden administration wrote.
e quality of care in the nation’s 15,000 nursing homes and the lack of adequate sta ng for their 1.2 million residents has been a concern for decades. Inspection reports continue to nd homes leaving residents lying in their own feces, su ering severe bedsores and falls, contracting infections, choking on food while unattended, or ending up back in a hospital for preventable reasons. Some nursing homes overuse psychotropic medications to pacify residents because they do not have enough workers to attend to them.
Leslie Frane, executive vice president of the SEIU, the Service Employees International Union, which represents health care workers, said in a statement that “far too many nursing home owners will not do the right thing and invest in workers without oversight and binding regulation.”
Last month, owners of Centers Health Care, one of New York state’s largest nursing home chains, agreed topay $45 millionto settle allegations by Attorney General Letitia James that they diverted $83 million intended for resident care to themselves during the pandemic.
Maryellen Mooney, a spokesperson for the Centers Health Care chain, which denied the allegations, said in a statement that Centers was “committed to fully implementing the settlement terms, including a signi cant investment in resident care.”
About three-quarters of nursing homes are for-pro t. e industry, though, highlights the most sympathetic examples: rural nonpro t nursing homes like Kimball County Manor & Assisted Living in Kimball, Nebraska. Its sta ng levels for registered nurses are 40% below what the new rule would require, federal data shows.
Sarah Stull, Kimball’s administrator, said recruitment had always been challenging and that temporary nursing staing agencies charged more than double what she paid her own sta .
“We had to pay $65 for a nurse aide during covid, and that’s insane,” she said. e government estimated that about a fourth of the nation’s nursing homes would be eligible to apply for hardship exemptions if there were a documented shortage of nurses and aides in their communities compared with the national average.
But Nate Schema, the chief executive of the Good Samaritan Society, which runs 133 nonpro t homes mainly in the rural Midwest, estimated that only seven would be likely to qualify for a hardship waiver.
e nursing home industry says many homes cannot a ord to increase their workforces, and that, even if they could, there is a scarcity of trained nurses, and not enough people willing to work as aides for an average $19 an hour. A registered nurse earns $40 an hour on average in a nursing home, less than what they could make at a hospital, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
e Biden administration noted in its court ling it was planning to spend $75 million to recruit and train more workers, and that there were more than 100,000 workers who left nursing homes
“Philosophically, they sound great,” he said. “But in practicality and how they’re put together, they won’t do much for us.” KFF Health News is a national newsroom that produces in-depth journalism about health issues and is one of the core operating programs at KFF — an independent source of health policy research, polling, and journalism.
Consumer advocates, industry o cials and independent researchers agree that the incoming administration is likely to rescind the rule, given the first Trump administration’s “patients over paperwork” campaign to remove “unnecessary, obsolete, or excessively burdensome health regulations on hospitals and other healthcare providers.”
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Thu 12/19
Azi
@ 7pm
Hi-Dive, 7 S Broadway, Denver
Holiday Brass
@ 7:30pm Boettcher Hall, Denver
Colorado Ballet w/ The Nutcracker
@ 7:30pm
Mark Oblinger: Chris and the Kings
Annual Holiday Show! @ 7pm
Swallow Hill Music, 71 E Yale Ave, Den‐ver
James Grebb @ 9pm Larimer Lounge, 2721 Larimer St, Denver
Sat 12/21
The Denver Brass: Home for Christmas @ 2:30pm
Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver
Funny Girl
@ 7:30pm
Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, 1400 Curtis Street, Denver
Fri 12/20
Colorado Holiday Bazaar
@ 5pm / Free
Dec 20th - Dec 22nd
3950 River Point Pkwy, 3950 River Point Parkway, Englewood. denvermakers market@gmail.com, 303-505-1856
Max Gomez: Mercury Cafe
@ 7pm Mercury Cafe, 2199 California St, Denver
Mosaic
@ 8pm
Lost Lake Lounge, 3602 E Colfax Ave, Denver
Phat Daddy
@ 8:30pm
Tailgate Tavern & Grill, 19552 Mainstreet, Parker
sfam
@ 9pm
The Black Box, 314 E 13th Ave, Denver
Colorado Mammoth vs. Halifax Thunderbirds @ 7pm / $31-$999 Ball Arena, Denver
SHIBA SAN @ 7pm
Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St,, Denver
Face Vocal Band: Joy to the World @ 7:30pm Paramount, 1635 Glenarm Pl, Denver
Los Alcos w/Gio Chamba, Fruta Brutal, Jozer + Raise Del Sol @ 8pm Lost Lake Lounge, 3602 E Colfax Ave, Denver
Megan Hamilton Christmas Party @ 9pm / $19.95 Club Vinyl, Denver
The News @ 10pm Ski House, 2719 Larimer St, Denver
Sun 12/22
SK8 @ 2pm HQ, 60 S Broadway, Denver
Too Hot To Handel w/ Colorado Symphony Orchestra @ 2:30pm Boettcher Hall, Denver
Cirque Dreams Holidaze @ 3pm Bellco Theatre, Denver
Convergence Station Exhibition @ 6pm
Convergence Station, 1338 1st Street, Denver
Modern Swing Mondays 2024 @ 7pm / $16.51
Stampede, Aurora
King Center - Concert Hall, 855 Lawrence Way #145, Denver
Colorado Avalanche vs. Seattle Kraken @ 6pm / $95-$999 Ball Arena, Denver
Funny Girl @ 7:30pm
Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, 1400 Curtis Street, Denver
DJ Rockstar Aaron: Forbidden BingoTailgate Tavern & Grill @ 8pm
Tailgate Tavern & Grill, 19552 Mainstreet, Parker
Gary Owen (21+ Event) @ 8:45pm
Denver �mprov, 8246 �orth�eld Boulevard, Den‐ver
Mon 12/23
Cirque Dreams Holidaze @ 11am
Bellco Theatre, 1100 Stout Street, Den‐ver
KSE Venue Ball Arena Walk-In Tour @ 1pm Denver
Denver Nuggets vs. Phoenix Suns @ 8pm / $85-$4260 Ball Arena, Denver
Tue 12/24
Colorado Ballet w/ The Nutcracker @ 1pm Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver
Celebrate Christmas at St. Matthew's Church in Parker! @ 3pm 19580 Pilgrims Pl, 19580 Pilgrims Place, Parker. of�ce@smecp.org, 303841-0121
Convergence Station Exhibition @ 4:59pm
Convergence Station, 1338 1st Street, Denver
Wed 12/25
Beyond Laser Light Experience @ 4pm Denver
Thu 12/26
Beyond Laser Light Experience @ 4pm Denver
Joe Sib @ 7:30pm
Comedy Works Downtown, 1226 15th St, Den‐ver
Hop on and see the sights in downtown Castle Rock
In the downtown Castle Rock area, catch free trolley rides and enjoy the Castle Rock holiday lights.
e trolley will run a continuous loop starting at the Encore public parking garage entrance on South Street between Wilcox and Perry streets, drive north on Wilcox Street to 6th Street and stop at the entrance to the Douglas County School District parking lot on 6th Street between Wilcox and Perry streets.
e full loop from either stop back to the same stop takes about 10 minutes, and half of the loop just to the other stop takes about ve minutes.
e free rides run from 5-7 p.m. every Monday and Tuesday evening until Dec. 30. (Note: No rides Dec. 24).
For more information, see downtowncastlerock.com/holiday-trolley-rides.
Get outside in the holiday season
Join a South Platte Park naturalist on a guided walk on New Year’s Day. e event will take you on a relaxing nature walk where you can enjoy scenic river views and look for wildlife.
Meet on the west deck of Carson Nature Center at 3000 W. Carson Drive in Littleton. e event runs from 9-10:30 a.m.
Cost is $10 and the walk is about 1.5 miles. Dress for the forecast, and binoculars or cameras are suggested. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. No pets, please. Call 303-798-5131 or see tinyurl.com/ NatureWalkSouthSuburban for registration information.
eracy while enchanting the whole family with dogs, ants and the Christmas chicken. Rodolfo must coax his dog to kiss him three times!
e event is for families with children of all ages and will run from 11-11:45 a.m on Dec. 27 at Bemis Public Library in Littleton.
Come Sit N’ Knit in Englewood
Whether you’re an expert or don’t know how to cast on knitting stitches, this group could be just what you’re looking for, an event listing for Englewood Public Library says.
Come to the library to build your skills, share your knowledge and make new friends.
e event runs from 6-7 p.m. Dec. 18.
One-man Christmas play comes to Littleton
“A Christmas Smooch” is a one-man play complete with sets, props and costumes designed to promote early lit-
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Agriculture teaching kit available for classrooms
Students across Colorado have the opportunity to learn about the profound impact that agricultural gure Dr. John Matsushima has had on modern farming and ranching practices through the new book “Cattle, Corn and Courage.”
Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom’s annual literacy project is o ering classrooms statewide a free kit lled with interactive activities and corresponding educational resources to teach students about Colorado agriculture. For 2025, two class kits will be available — one for elementary-level students and one for middle and high school students.
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Colorado Foundation for Agriculture is a nonpro t and serves prekindergarten through 12th grade formal and informal education across Colorado.
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What’s going on at Lone Tree Arts Center e Lone Tree Arts Center is putting on several upcoming events. Here’s a sampling. For registration, see the links below or call 720-509-1000.
• Dec. 17 — 6:30 p.m. — Experience the Inspire Music Art’s children’s choir and orchestra in their Christmas Celebration. ey are showcasing the talents of the many students as they grow in their musical journey. To register, visit tinyurl. com/ChildrensChoirLoneTree.
• Dec. 18 — 1:30 p.m. — Denver Brass Holiday brings their trumpets, horns and tubas for a resounding celebration of the holiday season. is concert will feature favorite holiday tunes, from the warm and nostalgic to the bright and joyous, including Denver Brass’ brand new arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker.” To reserve tickets, visit tinyurl.com/ BrassHolidayLoneTree.
• Dec. 19 — 7:30 p.m. — Symphony of the Rockies presents Soundtracks of the Season, a holiday lm score spectacular. e evening will be lled with favorite holiday lm scores, from the melodies of “Home Alone” to the whimsical tunes of the “Polar Express.” To reserve tickets, see tinyurl.com/MovieSymphonyLoneTree.
• Dec. 20 — 7:30 p.m. — Eva Noblezada from the Broadway stage comes to put on a festive show celebrating the holiday season. She is currently starring on Broadway as Daisy in “ e Great Gatsby.”
She won a Grammy and was nominated for a Tony for her role as Eurydice in “Hadestown,” according to the Lone Tree Arts Center website. To reserve tickets, see tinyurl.com/BroadwayEvaLoneTree.
‘Sparkle and Stroll’ in downtown Littleton
Come to downtown Littleton for a season lled with festive events and sparkling lights.
And brighten your holiday season — one stamp at a time. Shop, dine and collect stamps on a Sparkle and Stroll card by purchasing from local merchants. You’ll be entered to win prizes when you turn in your stamped card by Dec. 31.
Handbell ensemble to play holiday favorites in Littleton
Nothing heralds the holiday season quite like music from favorites like “A Charlie Brown Christmas” or the “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from the “Nutcracker” ballet.
Listen to the Smithtonians Handbell Ensemble play these and other favorites, such as Mel Torme’s “ e Christmas Song,” Christmas Eve in Sarajevo, and “Silent Night,” played on a new ve-octave set of hand chimes. e event runs from 11 a.m.-noon Dec. 14 at Bemis Public Library.
New Year’s Eve in Lone Tree Ring in the new year at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel.
Doors open at 8 p.m. on Dec. 31, and live music from 70s tribute band Boogie Machine starts at 9 p.m.
Tickets include an open bar, hors d’oeuvres and complimentary champagne toast. e location is 9808 Sunningdale Blvd.
Reserve your spot at tinyurl.com/LoneTreeNewYearsEve. For questions, contact Jennifer Kuhl at jkuhl@ssprd.org or call 303-586-5895.
use rates amount to a “money grab” amid rising energy prices.
Bryant told CPR News the proposed changes would not allow the company to collect more revenue from energy users. It would, however, cut the cost of operating the electricity grid.
Meanwhile, ratepayer advocates agree Xcel’s proposal doesn’t o er residents a reasonable way to save money.
“You can’t expect a customer to hold o cooking on their electric stove until after 9 p.m. Maybe dishes or laundry, but it all becomes highly inconvenient,” said Joe Pereira, the deputy director for the O ce of the Utility Consumer Advocate.
Pereira’s o ce has also proposed an
alternative rate plan. To incentivize customers to use surplus renewable energy, the plan would maintain the current time-of-use schedule, but add a “super o -peak” period with discounted electricity rates from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the summer and 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the rest of the year. “Customers prefer cheap energy over expensive sticks,” Pereira said.
Western Resource Advocates, a climate advocacy group, submitted a similar alternative schedule to regulators. While the nonpro t agrees with the company about shifting the on-peak period from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., it would add a “super opeak” period from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In written testimony submitted to
regulators, Clare Valentine, a senior policy advisor for WRA, said the proposal would help cut costs and greenhouse gas emissions. An Xcel Energy study found the utility will generate the most excess energy in the morning and early afternoon by 2031. e “super o -peak” period would align around the same time of day.
“ is period would indicate the preferred time for customers to use energy — when it is cheapest and cleanest,” Valentine said.
is story is from CPR News, a nonprofit public broadcaster serving Colorado. Used by permission. For more, and to support Colorado Public Radio, visit cpr. org.
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THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication:
following described Deed of Trust:
On September 13, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) TIMOTHY S EMERY
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MIDWEST LOAN SOLUTIONS, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
SELENE FINANCE LP Date of Deed of Trust
January 29, 2020
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
January 30, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2020006683
Original Principal Amount
$422,211.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$354,227.66
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
Borrower’s failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 189, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 122-R, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF. COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 10672 BRASELTON ST, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/13/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado
By: Holly Ryan, Chief Deputy Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
David R. Doughty #40042 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 24-033020
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240160
First Publication 11/21/2024
Last Publication 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240162
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 13, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election
and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) Kyle Claar and Kristina Claar
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions LLC, Its Successors and Assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
NQM1
Date of Deed of Trust July 28, 2022
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 04, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022053336
Original Principal Amount
$750,001.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$743,764.98
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 12, VILLAGE PINES, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 8956 Village Pines Cir, Franktown, CO 80116.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication : 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/13/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado
By: Holly Ryan, Chief Deputy Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755
MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP 7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-23-970009-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240162
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication : 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Highlands Ranch NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2024-0156
To Whom It May Concern: On 9/5/2024 9:09:00
AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.
Original Grantor: Richard Schreck and Lisa A Hall
Original Beneficiary: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERs") as nominee for United Wholesale Mortgage, LLC, Its Successors and Assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: United Wholesale Mortgage, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 3/21/2024
Recording Date of DOT: 3/23/2024
Reception No. of DOT: 2022020775
DOT Recorded in Douglas County.
Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt:
$405,000.00
Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $402,409.46
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 15, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 26, 2ND AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Which has the address of: 8334 Stonybridge Cir, Highlands Ranch, CO 20126 NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Dated: 9/5/2024
DAVID GILL
DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
ILENE DELL'ACQUA
Colorado Registration #: 31755 7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230 , CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112
Phone #: (877) 369-6122
Fax #:
Attorney File #: CO-24-995854-LL
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE
DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/
Legal Notice No. 2024-0156
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Parker NOTICE OF SALE
Public Trustee Sale No. 2024-0155
To Whom It May Concern: On 9/5/2024 9:21:00
AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.
Original Grantor: Hayes and Bigbee, LLC
Original Beneficiary: First Financial Bank
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt:
First Financial Bank
Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/8/2020
Recording Date of DOT: 2/23/2021
Reception No. of DOT: 2021022484
DOT Recorded in Douglas County.
Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt:
$617,000.00
Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $471,957.29
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to make payments when due to First Financial Bank pursuant to the terms of the Loans
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
Legal Description of Real Property: ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.
Which has the address of: 10225 S Parker Rd, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Dated: 9/5/2024
DAVID GILL
DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
NICHOLAS A. BUDA
Colorado Registration #: 55727 1700 FARNMA ST, SUITE 1500, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68102
Phone #: 402-636-8330
Fax #:
Attorney File #: 6464915.1
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE
DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/
Legal Notice No. 2024-0155
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240175
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 4, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
Leif K. Remley and Simone P. Remley
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Megastar Financial Corp., its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Date of Deed of Trust
March 24, 2016
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 31, 2016
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2016018889
Original Principal Amount
$363,199.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$304,150.22
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 18, Highlands Ranch Filing No. 78-B, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 3633 Rosewalk Cir, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the
25, 2006 County of Recording Douglas Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 10, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2006011954
Original Principal Amount $617,600.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $886,291.56
Pursuant to CRS
NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
Legal Description of Real Property: ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.
Which has the address of: 10225 S. Parker Road, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.
First Publication: 11/14/2024 Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Dated: 9/5/2024
DAVID GILL
DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s)
of Trust:
On September 24, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) Suzanne Sperry aka Suzanne M. Sperry Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for First National Financing Inc., its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. Date of Deed of Trust October 30, 2017 County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 31, 2017
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2017074095
Original Principal Amount
$380,625.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$336,775.48
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 1, Block 2, Bradbury Ranch Subdivision Filing No. 6A, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 16797 Firebrick Dr, Parker, CO 80134.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/24/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Holly Ryan, Chief Deputy Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893
Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO23340
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240169
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240161
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 13, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
AMY L. GILPIN
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR BNC
MORTGAGE, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee for BNC Mortgage
Date of Deed of Trust
December 13, 2006
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
December 18, 2006
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2006108070
Original Principal Amount
$429,267.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$264,310.56
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower’s failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 9, BLOCK 1, REATA NORTH FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 12164 S HIDDEN TRAIL CT, PARKER, CO 80138.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/21/2024 Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/13/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Holly Ryan, Chief Deputy Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Alison L Berry #34531
Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 19-023454
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240161 First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240163
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 13, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
CHRISTOPHER J. LEISGE AND AMBER M. LEISGE
Original Beneficiary(ies) FIRST FRANKLIN FINANCIAL CORP.,
SUBSIDIARY OF NATIONAL CITY BANK OF INDIANA
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2003-FFH2
Asset-Backed Certificates Series 2003-FFH2
Date of Deed of Trust
September 29, 2003
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
October 02, 2003
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or
Book/Page No.)
2003145552
Original Principal Amount
$221,150.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$212,168.55
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower’s failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 301, HIGHLANDS RANCH - FILING NO. 122-R, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. PARCEL ID NUMBER: 222913416009
Purported common address: 10683 TORRINGTON LANE, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/13/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
David R. Doughty #40042
Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 24-032973
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado
Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240163
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News-Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240172
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 24, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
James Henry Raeder and Kelly Kela Ruff
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Lennar Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Date of Deed of Trust May 15, 2023
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 16, 2023
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2023020517
Original Principal Amount
$481,074.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$476,164.32
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 191, STERLING RANCH FILING NO. 3B, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 8182 Mt Princeton Street, Littleton, CO 80125.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing
bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/24/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893
Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO23709
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240172
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240178
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 4, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) Carl Dean Amann II and Alicyn M. Amann
Original Beneficiary(ies) FirsTier Bank
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FirsTier Bank Date of Deed of Trust September 06, 2022
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 07, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022059729
Original Principal Amount
$1,113,637.50
Outstanding Principal Balance
$1,103,637.50
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: in payment on all its obligations and indebtedness to Lender under multiple loan documents, has permitted mechanic’s liens to enter on Lender’s security interests in property, and has advised Lender and others that it has ceased business, will not pay on any of obligations or indebtedness to Lender and will not finish any of the construction projects in which Lender has a security interest.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Parcel 5, Keene Ranch Filing No. 4, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 2480 Castle Butte Drive, Castle Rock, CO 80109.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2025, at Douglas County
PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication 12/5/2024 Last Publication 1/2/2025 Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
PUBLIC NOTICES
Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 4, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
Carl Dean Amann II and Alicyn M. Amann
Original Beneficiary(ies)
FirsTier Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
FirsTier Bank Date of Deed of Trust
February 03, 2022
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
February 08, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022009751
Original Principal Amount
$350,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$322,100.56
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: in payment on all its obligations and indebtedness to Lender under multiple loan documents, has permitted mechanic’s liens to enter on Lender’s security interests in property, and has advised Lender and others that it has ceased business, will not pay on any of obligations or indebtedness to Lender and will not finish any of the construction projects in which Lender has a security interest.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 6, Plum Creek Ridge at Castle Rock, Amendment No. 2, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 1025 S. Gilbert Street, Unit A, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
LOT 269, SIERRA RIDGE - FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 14801 KONSTANZ AVENUE, PARKER, CO 80134.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/15/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law,
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/04/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado
By: Liz Tinney
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
ERIC JONSEN #15076
ALLEN VELLONE WOLF HELFRICH & FACTOR, PC 1600 STOUT STREET, SUITE 1900, DENVER, CO 80202
Attorney File # 21182
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240177
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240176
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 4, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust
November 01, 2021
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
November 12, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2021127069
Original Principal Amount
$316,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$265,955.32
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
SITUATED IN THE CITY OF PARKER, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS LOT 69, PINERY WEST FILING NO. 1-C, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 6095 Bridle Path Ln, Parker, CO 80134.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/04/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755
MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP 7700 E.
ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-24-998248-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado
Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240176
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240174
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 4, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) KRISHNA HOWARD-NAPOLEON
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR INSPIRE
HOME LOANS INC.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Date of Deed of Trust
April 21, 2023
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 24, 2023
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2023016785
Original Principal Amount
$417,292.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $413,313.58
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as
Trust and other violations of the terms
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
UNIT 4-207 IN BUILDING 4, THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS – BUILDING 4, RECORDED DECEMBER 27, 2022 AS RECEPTION NO. 2022078489, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON MARCH 12, 2020 AS RECEPTION NO. 2020018177 IN SAID RECORDS, AS AMENDED BY THAT CERTAIN ANNEXATION OF ADDITIONAL LAND TO DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED MARCH 15, 2023 AT RECEPTION NO. 2023010719, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
AND THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE AND OCCUPY LIMITED COMMON ELEMENT GARAGE 4-G IN BUILDING 4 AS DEPICTED AND DELINEATED ON THE PLAT OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS – BUILDING 4, RECORDED
DECEMBER 27, 2022, AS RECEPTION NO. 2022078489, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED MARCH 12, 2020 AS RECEPTION NO. 2020018177 IN SAID RECORDS, AS AMENDED BY THAT CERTAIN ANNEXATION OF ADDITIONAL LAND RECORDED MARCH 15, 2023 AT RECEPTION NO. 2023010719, IN SAID RECORDS, AND BY THAT CERTAIN AMENDMENT TO DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF THE TRAILS AT WESTCREEK CONDOMINIUMS (LCE GARAGE ALLOCATION) RECORDED APRIL 21, 2023 AS RECEPTION NO. 2023016692, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 9291 TWENTY MILE ROAD CONDO 207, PARKER, CO 80134.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/29/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room, 100 Third St. Castle Rock, CO, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/04/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553
BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000010250710
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 240174
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press City and County
PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 1.634
A Bill for
Constructing and Improving Stroh Road Through the Utilization of the Town’s Power of Eminent Domain and Directing the Town’s Staff and Town Attorney to Notify All Persons Affected Thereby of the Above-Stated Intent of the Town, and Thereafter to Comply With All Pertinent Provisions of C.R.S. § 38-1-101, et seq., Relating to Good Faith Negotiations
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on December 2, 2024.
The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948118
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 9.381
A Bill for an Ordinance to Approve the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Town of Parker and the Parker Water and Sanitation District Regarding the Conveyance of Woodman Drive
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on December 2, 2024.
The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948119
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 4.53.9
A Bill for an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 10.09 of the Parker Municipal Code Concerning Public Rights-of-Way Construction, Excavation and Work
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on December 2, 2024.
The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948121
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE
Pursuant to Section 7-3 of the Town of Castle Rock Home Rule Charter and 31-16-203
C.R.S., notice is hereby given that the Town Council will consider adoption of the following named and described ordinance during its Regular meetings on November 19, 2024 and January 7, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. at the Town of Castle Rock, Town Hall, 100 North Wilcox, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
Title of Proposed Ordinance: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 15.48.010 of the Castle Rock Municipal Code for the Purpose of Adopting by Reference as a Primary Code the 2025 Town of Castle Rock Landscape and Irrigation Criteria Manual
Subject Matter Summary: The proposed ordinance adopts by reference the Landscape and Irrigation Criteria Manual as primary code as defined in C.R.S. 31-16-202.
2025 Landscape and Irrigation Criteria Manual
Published by: Town of Castle Rock
100 N. Wilcox Street Castle rock, CO 80104
Copies of the manual and the entire text of the proposed ordinance is available for public inspection on the Town website at www.crgov. com/publicnotices, or at the office of the Town Clerk, 100 North Wilcox, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104 during normal business hours, 8:00 to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Legal Notice No. 948096
First Publication: December 12, 2024 Last Publication: December 19, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 4.40.6
A Bill for an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 11.10 of the Parker Municipal Code Concerning Grading and Earth Movement
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on December 2, 2024.
The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120
MULTI-CINEMA, INC. d/b/a AMC CASTLE ROCK 12 has requested the Liquor Licensing Authority of the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado to grant an ENTERTAINMENT FACILITY License, as provided by law, at the premises located at: 3960 LIMELIGHT
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DISTRICT (the “District”), will hold a public hearing at 9250 E Costilla Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80112 and via teleconference on December 17, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., to consider adoption of the District’s proposed 2025 budget (the “Proposed Budget”), and, if necessary, adoption of an amendment to the 2024 budget (the “Amended Budget”). The public hearing may be joined using the following teleconference information: Call-In: 872-242-7741; Conference ID: 642 321 445#
and
Any
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Twin Mesa Metropolitan District (the “District”), County of Douglas, State of Colorado, will hold a organizational meeting at 6:00 PM on December 12, 2024 (the “Board Meeting”) for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Board. Pursuant to § 32-1-903 CRS, as amended, this meeting will be conducted electronically, telephonically or by other virtual means.
FURTHER, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed budget has been submitted to the District for the fiscal year of 2024. A copy of the proposed budget has been filed with the Law Office of Michael E. Davis, LLC, and is available for public inspection by contacting specialdistricts@mdavislawoffice.com. During the Board Meeting, the Board will conduct a public hearing to consider objections of the District’s electors prior to considering the adoption of such proposed budget. Any interested elector within the District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2024 budget.
FURTHER, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed budget has been submitted to the District for the fiscal year of 2025. A copy of the proposed budget has been filed with the Law Office of Michael E. Davis, LLC, and is available for public inspection by contacting specialdistricts@mdavislawoffice.com. During the Board Meeting, the Board will conduct a public hearing to consider objections of the District’s electors prior to considering the adoption of such proposed budget. Any interested elector within the District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2025 budget.
Directors and members of the public that wish to participate in the meeting may do so via teleconference by dialing (720) 707-2699 and entering Conference ID: 821 3866 6998 or videoconference on https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82138666998.
This meeting is open to the public.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
TWIN MESA METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /s/ LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL E. DAVIS, LLC
Legal Notice No. 948116
information:
Join Teams Meeting https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting?rtc=1 Meeting ID: 235 623 236 30 Passcode: v577Ns2K BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: HAWKVIEW METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /s/ ERB LAW, LLC
Attorneys for the District
Legal Notice No. 948097
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Bids and Settlements
Public Notice
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
Date: 12/04/2024
Project Title: 2024 Bridge Maintenance Program Town of Castle Rock
Contractor: Critical Pipeline Repair, LLP 6457 N Rector Rd Madison, IN 47250
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractor on December 30, 2024 , provided no claims are received.
Any person or firm having debts against the Contractor must file a proper written notice with the Public Works Director, Town of Castle Rock, 4175 Castleton Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before December 30, 2024.
TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK
By: Jason Hauser, Project Manager
Legal Notice No. 948128
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Highlands Ranch Metropolitan District Owner 62 Plaza Drive Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80129
Please email your request for plans for the Highlands Ranch Quebec Remediation Scope of work to include the renovation of landscaping on median on Quebec Street south of Glen Eagle Village Parkway. Removal of existing plant material and irrigation system, installation of concrete raised median, project includes new plant materials and irrigation system.
Electronic Copies of the contract documents will be available on December 9, 2024, at 12:00pm local time. Please send all email requests to Darlene Schow, dschow@highlandsranch.org.
Contractors must obtain Plans by December 18, 2024, at 1:00pm local time.
All questions must be submitted to Forrest Dykstra at fdykstra@highlandsranch. org by December 17, 2024, at 5:00pm local time.
Answers will be provided by December 19, 2024, by 1:00 pm local time Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid will be on December 12, 2024 at 2:00pn Local time, located at 62 Plaza Drive, Man Boardroom
All bids must be provided through email by December 19, 2024 at 10:00am local time (email only)
The contract is 150 days with Liquidated damages set at $250 per day. Cost Estimate of $400,000
For questions regarding this project, please contact the Project Manager, Forrest Dyskstra at fdykstra@highlandsranch.org. Highlands Ranch Metropolitan District
Ryan Edwards, Director
Legal Notice No. 948106
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
Date: November 20, 2024
Project Title: Wolfensberger Road and Park Street Intersection Improvement
Legal Notice No. 948082
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
Notice of upcoming Denver Basin aquifer
drilling project. Parker Water and Sanitation District is seeking bids for the drilling and installation of two Denver Basin aquifer wells. All interested parties, please reach out to Lytle Water Solutions, LLC to request a bid packet at dan.rowe@mooreengineeringinc.com.
Legal Notice No. 948126
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
Date: 12/04/2024
Project Title: 2024 Town Facilities
Parking Lot Improvement Project
Town of Castle Rock
Contractor: A-1 Chipseal Co. dba Rocky Mountain Pavement 2505 E 74th Avenue Denver, CO 80229
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractor on December 30, 2024 , provided no claims are received.
Any person or firm having debts against the Contractor must file a proper written notice with the Public Works Director, Town of Castle Rock, 4175 Castleton Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before December 30, 2024.
TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK
By: Jason Hauser, Project Manager
Legal Notice No. 948127
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
PUBLIC INVITATION TO BID
Separate sealed bids for 2025 Guardrail Repair Project, CI 2025-002 will be received by the Owner, Douglas County Government, Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104, until Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. This project consists of repairing or replacing guardrail components within unincorporated Douglas County.
The Contract Documents will be available after 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 9, 2024 through Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website (www.rockymountainbidsystem.com) or they may be obtained at the above address. Electronic versions of the Plans obtained by any other means than as described above may not be complete or accurate, and it is the Bidder’s responsibility to obtain a complete set of the Project Plans and Specifications. Douglas County will not be held responsible for misinformation received from private plan rooms.
A PRE-BID CONFERENCE will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104. All questions are due to Keith Burke, Project Manager by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. The Bid Opening will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the same address.
The Project includes the following major items and approximate quantities:
6 each - Remove and Replace W-Beam Only
• 4 each - Remove and Replace Steel Posts • 4 each - Remove and Replace Guardrails (Complete in Place)
200 lf – Install Guardrail (Complete in Place)
Prior to submitting a Bid Proposal, Bidders shall have received prequalification status (active status) with the Colorado Department of Transportation to bid on individual projects of the size and kind of work as set forth herein.
Any questions on the bidding process shall be directed to Keith Burke, Project Manager at 303.660.7490.
Plan holder information, can be found on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website.
Legal Notice No. 948092
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Second Publication: December 12, 2024
ender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said 26th day of December, 2024, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Town of Parker Council, c/o Director of Engineering/Public Works, 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado, 80138. Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said Town of Parker from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Town of Parker Council, By: Tom Williams, Director of Engineering/Public Works.
Legal Notice No. 948112
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Second Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT TOWN OF PARKER STATE OF COLORADO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on the 26th day of December 2024, final settlement will be made by the Town of Parker, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Town of Parker and Norra Concrete Construction Corporation, for the completion of 2024 Townwide Concrete Replacement Program (CIP 24-003) and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Norra Concrete Construction Corporation, for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said 26th day of December, 2024, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Town of Parker Council, c/o Director of Engineering/Public Works, 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado, 80138. Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said Town of Parker from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Town of Parker Council, By: Tom Williams, Director of Engineering/Public Works.
Legal Notice No. 948111
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Second Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press Summons and Sheriff Sale
Public Notice
Justice Court, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO CIVIL ACTION NO. 2024CV30165, Division/Courtroom # 5 SHERIFF’S SALE NO. 24001972 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY
KENT OAKES AND SUSAN OAKES
Plaintiff: v. JAMES G. PARK; GORDON L. HIMELEIN AND VIRGINIA D. HIMELEIN
Defendant(s)
Regarding: LOT 38, BLOCK 1, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 50-A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
ALSO KNOWN AS: 38 FALCON HILLS DRIVE, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126
also known as: 38 FALCON HILLS DR HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126 (the “Property”)
Under a Judgement and Decree of Foreclosure entered on May 21, 2024, relating to Transcripts of Judgments recorded in the Douglas County public records the undersigned is ordered to sell certain real property set forth and described above.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:
and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is William H. Eikenberry # 29565, JONES & KELLER PC, 1675 BROADWAY 26TH FLOOR DENVER, CO 80202, (303) 573-1600.
Dated 11/7/2024, Castle Rock, CO
Darren M. Weekly Sheriff of Douglas County, Colorado
Kirk Ring, Deputy, Douglas County, Colorado
Legal Notice No. 947857
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Published In: Douglas County News Press
Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles
Public Notice
1) 1979 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS VIN 3M47F9M531669
2) 2019 BMW M850I VIN WBABC4C59KBU96208
3) 2010 HONDA PILOT VIN 5FNYF4H51AB033844
4) 2019 JEEP COMPASS VIN 3C4NJDDB1KT795944
5) 1995 CHEVROLET GEO TRACKER VIN 2CNBJ1861S6931388
9) 2010 MAZDA MAZDA 6 VIN 1YVHZ8BH3A5M06346
10) 2006 ACURA TL VIN 19UUA66296A032038 11) 2018 JEEP RENEGADE VIN ZACCJBCB6JPG80985 REDLINERS INC 2531 W 62ND CT UNIT G DENVER, CO 80221 720-930-8139
Legal Notice No. 948125
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
Westside Towing, 1040 Atchinson Ct Castle Rock, 80109 has the following for sale:
1) 2014 Nissan Rogue Vin. 790449
2) 2011 John Deere Exc Vin 807103
3) 2006 Jeep Commander Vin.289022
4) 2017 Jeep Gr.Chero. Vin. 765900
5) Catapillar Compactor Ser. 94P1414
6) 2015 Chevy Impala Vin. 274866
7) 2003 Acura TLVin. 016520
Legal Notice No. 948110
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News Press Public Notice
1) 2010 FORD FOCUS VIN 1FAHP3FN2AW291768
2) 1998 DODGE RAM VAN VIN 2B7JB21Y5WK148991
3) 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY VIN 4T4BF1FK5DR312949
4) 2020 MERCEDES BENZ GLA VIN WDCTG4GB2LU026288
Villalobos Towing LLC 5161 York Street, Denver, CO 80216 720-299-3456
Legal Notice No. 948124
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
1) 1995 JEEP CHEROKEE RED - 1J4FJ68S0SL535602
2) 2007 Dodge Ram Grey - 3D7MX38A07G777396
3) 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA WHITE - 1N4AL21E29N533832 4) 2012 FORD FOCUS SILVER - 1FAHP3M28CL183863 Parker Towing Inc 18800 E. Clarke Road, Parker, CO 80134 303-841-9161
the HAWKVIEW METROPOLITAN DISTRICT, for the fiscal year 2025. A copy of such proposed budgets has been filed in the office of Erb Law, LLC, 8480 E. Orchard Road, Suite 3650, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, where same is open
Project Town of Castle Rock
Contractor: TechCon Infrastructure, LLC.
275 E. 64th Avenue Denver, CO 80221
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractor on December 23, 2024, provided no claims are received.
Any person or firm having debts against the Contractor must file a proper written notice with the Public Works Director, Town of Castle Rock, 4175 North Castleton Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before December 23, 2024.
TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK By: Ross Stanley, Project Manager
Publisher: Douglas County News Press Account Number: 2734
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT
TOWN OF PARKER STATE OF COLORADO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on the 26th day of December 2024, final settlement will be made by the Town of Parker, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Town of Parker and Vance Brothers, Inc., for the completion of 2024 Townwide Preservation Program (CIP 24-002) and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Vance Brothers, Inc., for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire sustenance, provisions, prov-
You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff's Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff's Office of Douglas County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 2nd day January 2025, at 4000 Justice Way, Suite 2213, Castle Rock, CO 80109, phone number 303-660-7527. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. All bidders will be required to have in their possession cash or certified funds at least equal to the amount of the judgment creditor’s bid. Please telephone 303-660-7527 prior to the sale to ascertain the amount of this bid. The highest and best bidder will have two hours following the sale to tender the full amount of their bid, or they will be deemed to have withdrawn their bid.
BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THE INITIAL BID AT THE TIME OF SALE.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE JUDGMENTS BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY.
Recorded Transcripts of Judgement are in the amount of $324,951.40
All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at 303-660-7527. The name, address
Kurt Walker owns Pine Canyon Ranch. His family has been trying to annex into Castle Rock for 20 years. Tired of waiting for the city to act, the Walker family went to the county. Its plan calls for a sophisticated recycled water system and waterefficient homes.
The plan has drawn opposition from Castle Rock and others worried about the potential use of nonrenewable groundwater, and added traffic and congestion. If the land is annexed into Castle Rock — talks are underway again — the town would likely supply the water, bringing the ranch’s groundwater into its own water system, which uses a combination of surface water, recycled water and groundwater. Castle Rock requires new homes to come with 1.1 acre-feet of water.
Walker said he believes a deal will eventually be reached with Castle Rock. But he defends his family’s use of the nonrenewable groundwater it owns. In Colorado, landowners typically own rights to the water contained in the aquifers beneath their land.
“If I really wanted to maximize the amount of houses on my property, I would not have reduced the water stan-
dard to 0.27. … Our plan would leave about 50% of our groundwater rights in the ground, untouched,” Walker said. “If I was in this just to put as many houses on this property as I could, I would have taken everything out of the aquifer that I could. That could have added 600 or 700 houses onto what we proposed. But we didn’t do that.”
A look into the past
There was plenty of that type of development in the 1970s as Douglas County began to boom. Developers tapped its groundwater repeatedly. The water was so pure, it needed little treatment. Other cities, such as Denver, brought water over mountains from miles away. But here, it could just be pulled up through a water well. This helped keep the cost of building homes low and lured developers who built Highlands Ranch, Parker and Castle Rock.
But those underground water supplies proved to be fragile. Some aquifers can be recharged from snowmelt and rain, but these, in the Denver Basin, are sealed in rock formations that recharge slowly. As pumping increased, the aquifers declined. Soon, wells began to fail and alarms began ringing.
The water picture today is much different. In 1985, state lawmakers forced well owners to limit their pumping by extract-
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forever barred.
James W. Melton Personal Representative c/o Pearman Law Firm 4195 Wadsworth Blvd Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Legal Notice No. 948132 First Publication: December 12, 2024 Last Publication: December 26, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Carolyn Fitzner, aka Carolyn M. Fitzner, aka Carolyn Marie Fitzner, Deceased Case Number: 24PR201
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before Monday, April 14, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Anne Messner, Personal Representative 5926 Side Saddle Lane Parker, Colorado 80134
Legal Notice No. 948107
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Thanh Van Nguyen, Deceased Case Number 2024PR168
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before April 12, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
/s/ Stacey B. Carpenter
Stacey B. Carpenter, #42180 Zalessky Law Group, LLC
Attorney for Personal Representative, Sunhee Jo
Legal Notice No. 948100
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
ing just 1% of available water supplies each year, in the hope of extending the aquifers’ life for 100 years.
Now, though the Denver Basin aquifers continue to supply millions of gallons of water to Douglas County communities, the declines have slowed, and water districts and municipalities have moved to develop and use renewable surface supplies from rivers, and from recycled water plants.
And the county itself is much more concerned about future water supplies today. Though it does not own reservoirs and pipelines, it guides water use, as other counties do, by regulating how much water developers must bring to the table before they are approved to begin building.
This year it created its own Water Resources Commission and is creating a 25year water plan. The county has been criticized for not creating a longer-term plan, say 100 or 300 years, as nearby counties have done. But County Commissioner George Teal said the 25-year plan is only a first step.
“We plan on a 20-year horizon right now,” he said. “It doesn’t mean we won’t do a 100-year plan at some point.”
Some say it’s time to stop groundwater use entirely
Steve Boand, a former county commissioner and water consultant, has been
monitoring the health of the county’s groundwater supplies for decades.
He supports lower water requirements for new homes, but he wants the county to go further and outlaw building solely with nonrenewable groundwater, something he acknowledges isn’t on the county’s political radar right now.
“It’s up to community planners to figure out what the right balance is — 0.5 is OK, if a house only needs 0.3, and 0.2 can be allocated to other uses, like park land,” Boand said. “We have to try these things to see if they will work.”
Western Resource Advocates’ Rogers says she’s encouraged by the data, at Sterling Ranch and elsewhere, that shows new homes can be built with much lower water profiles. That they are also likely to encourage more growth is real but less concerning, she said.
“It’s possible that these new standards will mean more homes,” she said. “But growth is happening, and it is going to continue whether it is in Douglas County or other places in Colorado. The fact that the growth is happening in places like Sterling Ranch, where they have all of these efficiencies in place, is a good thing.”
This story was printed through a news sharing agreement with The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned nonprofit based in Denver that covers the state.
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Estate of Wayne J. Malone, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR108
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado, located at 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109, on or before April 14, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Michael Malone, Personal Representative c/o Kathryn T. James, Esq. Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C. 18 South Wilcox Street, Suite 200 Castle Rock, Colorado 80104
Legal Notice No. 948133
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Name Changes
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 21, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Leisha Kaye Bicker be changed to Leisha Kaye Smith Case No.: 24C729
By: S Heth Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948129
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 20, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Jodi Renee Nachtrieb be changed to Jodi Rae Nachtrieb Case No.: 24 C 732
By: S. Heth
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948093
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 19, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Junior Delroy Gill be changed to Delroy Gill Case No.: 24 C 786
By: S. Heth
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948117
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
District Court, Douglas County, Colorado 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, CO 80129
In the Matter of the Petition of:
Parent/Petitioner: Jill Janz for Minor Child: Garrett Yamada to Change the Child’s Name to: Garrett Janz
NOTICE TO NON-CUSTODIAL PARENT BY PUBLICATION
Notice to: Kirk Yamada, non-custodial parent. Notice is given that a hearing is scheduled as follows:
Date: February 4, 2025
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Douglas County District Court, Division 7 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, CO 80109 for the purpose of requesting a change of name for Garrett Hiro Yamada
At this hearing the Court may enter an order changing the name of the minor child.
To support or voice objection to the proposed name change, you must appear at the hearing.
Date: 11/14/23
Christopher A. Erskine, #40093 Erskine Family Law PLLC
300 Plaza Drive, Suite 200
Phone: 303-991-5213
Email: Chris@ErskineFamilyLaw.com
Legal Notice No. 948051
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 11, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Douglas County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Madelynn Ruth King be changed to Madelynn Ruth Baltimore-King Case No.: 24 C 607
By: S. Heth
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948108
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 14, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Elizabeth Robinson Propp be changed to Elizabeth Robinson Poisson Case No.: 2024C35583
By: Judge Brian Fields
Legal Notice No. 948065
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on August 23, 2024, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Douglas County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Addisyn Harper Ledbetter be changed to Addisyn Parris Ledbetter Case No.: 24C512
By: S. Heth Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948115
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 20, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Lenore Anna Alvarez be changed to Lenore Mellissa Jackson Case No.: 24 C 730 By: S. Heth
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 948094
First Publication: December 12, 2024
Last Publication: December 26, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for
