Big changes coming to Castle Rock’s City Hotel
Facility moving ahead with renovation, addition of boutique lodging and restaurants
BY MCKENNA HARFORD
One of Castle Rock’s oldest buildings, the City Hotel, is slated for renovation and redevelopment after the town council approved a plan for a boutique hotel, restaurants and rooftop bar.
Built in 1872, the City Hotel operated as a hotel for about 100 years and later became apartments before falling into disrepair. Now, developers White Development LLC plan to invest at least $12 million to renovate the historic hotel and add a new mixed use building, hoping to revitalize the property at 415 Perry St. e Castle Rock Town Council voted 4-3 on Jan. 7 to approve the redevelopment plan, as well as a nancing agreement. Under the agreement, the town will loan the developers $750,000, which must be paid back within 10
years, and allow the developers to retain 50% of the sales tax revenue from the property up to $1 million or 10 years.
Devin Visciano, a partner with White Development LLC, said maintaining the history of the hotel is an important element of the new development.
“ e project is centered around the complete restoration of the City Hotel,” said. “ e historic structure itself will be preserved as much as possible with a minimal change in use, so that will be our main dining area.”
e historic hotel building will house a restaurant and
bar, surrounded by a new fourstory boutique hotel featuring 33 rooms. e rst oor of the new building will include 2,580 square-feet of retail space, while the fourth oor will house a rooftop bar and restaurant.
“ e goal is for this to be the new anchor of the north side of downtown,” Visciano said.
Kevin Tilson, director of the Downtown Development Authority, said the agreement allows the town to partner with private property owners to save a historic building, while bringing new uses to the area.
John Carson takes vacant seat in state Senate
Kevin Van Winkle held post until becoming county commissioner
BY ELLIS ARNOLD
Douglas County Republican John Carson unsuccessfully ran for a seat on the board of county leaders in 2024, but he will now represent his area at the state Capitol after winning a seat left open by state Sen. Kevin Van Winkle.
“I wanted to reduce taxes and regulations,” Carson said on why he ran to ll the vacancy in state Senate District 30. District 30 covers a large portion of northern Douglas County, including Highlands Ranch, Castle Pines, Lone Tree, Roxborough Park and nearby areas.
Carson emerges with a spot in public o ce after Van Winkle beat him in last year’s primary that decided which Republican would face a Democrat in the November election to replace Lora omas as a Douglas County commissioner. omas could not run for reelection because of term limits. At the time, Van Winkle served as the senator for District 30. Now, as Van Winkle adjusts into his o ce at the county level, Carson will seek to represent conservative values as the area’s new state senator.
e vacancy in District 30 arose amid Van Winkle’s move to the county commissioner role. Van Winkle, also a Republican, had won an election for District 30 in 2022 and had about two years left in his term when he moved to the county position. Carson is expected to serve for that remaining time.
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Scam phone callers use threats of arrest warrants
Sheri ’s o ces o er tips to identify scam calls that impersonate o cial agencies
BY NINA JOSS NJOSS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
In November, Sandy Barber received a phone call from a number she didn’t recognize. When she picked up, a man on the line told her he was an o cer with the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce and that there was a warrant out for Barber’s arrest because she didn’t show up for a court hearing.
Barber, who had recently received news that a loved one had passed away, was already emotionally distraught and became confused about the caller’s claim. She said she hadn’t received any noti cation about a court hearing, but the man insisted that they had mailed a summons to her former address.
“I just kept saying, ‘I don’t understand,’” Barber said. “And he kept pushing me.” e man told Barber she had to go to the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce, and that she would be arrested once she arrived. He told her not to hang up the phone and not to tell anyone about the situation.
en, he told her she needed to bring $4,500 in cash and he asked her which bank she was going to withdraw the money from.
“Finally, I went, ‘I’m not talking to you anymore,’” Barber said. “I said, ‘I’m headed to the sheri ’s department and I will nd out what’s going on. I don’t believe you.’”
When the man swore at her after that, she said she knew she had made the right decision.
“At that point, I was absolutely convinced it was a scam,” she said.
Barber, who lives in Aurora, is one of many victims across the metro region who have been targeted by scammers that pretend to be members of law enforcement agencies and convince people they have a warrant out for their arrest. ese scammers will often say the victim missed jury duty or a court date. e scammers also tend to ask victims to pay “ nes” or “bonds” in the form of gift cards, prepaid cards or sometimes cash.
How to spot a scam
Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce Deputy Michael McKnight, who works in the community resource and crime prevention unit, said a caller asking for money on the phone is one way to notice that it’s likely a scam.
“The sheri ’s o ce does not take Visa check cards — we don’t take any form of gift cards, anything like that.”
Michael McKnight, Arapahoe County sheri ’s deputy
intentionally try to frighten victims so that they will not question what they are being told, McKnight said.
“ eir whole objective is to put fear into you, because once that fear kicks in, that’s when you start making irrational decisions,” he said. “ ey’re going to do something that immediately is going to frighten the person who doesn’t have the education and knowledge about what goes on and how these things work.”
“ e sheri ’s o ce does not take Visa check cards – we don’t take any form of gift cards, anything like that,” he said. e sheri ’s o ce also does not call people to tell them there is a warrant out for their arrest, he said.
Some scammers will ask victims to go to the sheri ’s o ce, which McKnight said is likely a tactic to get people to meet them in another place to deliver money. Other scammers tell victims that o cials are going to arrest them at their home unless they pay the ne. is is a huge red ag that a call is a scam, McKnight said, because the sheri ’s o ce does not alert people before arresting them.
“We don’t call you to tell you, ‘Hey, we’re coming to pick you up for a war-
rant,’” McKnight said. “We like to be the object of surprise … We just come get you.”
Deputy Ryan Falkner with the Douglas County Sheri ’s O ce said these types of scams are also common in Douglas County. He said the scammers often use real names of o cers or chiefs from the law enforcement agency, and victims should not trust this.
“Anyone can nd these names as our names are public records,” he said. “ is adds to the belief that it is real. e victims sometimes end the call with the scammer, (then) call (the sheri ’s o ce) asking if that person works here, and then call the scammer back, believing it is legit.”
Instead, he said, it is best to hang up and call the sheri ’s o ce directly. Scammers may try to convince victims
that they will be arrested if they hang up, but that is not true, Falkner said.
“It is OK to hang up; it is not a crime,” he said. “You can hang up for any reason under any circumstance.”
If the concern is not xed with a phone call to the sheri ’s o ce, Falkner said to physically go to the courthouse or sheri ’s o ce to inquire about the situation.
“I know that physically going to the courthouse (or) sheri ’s o ce is inconvenient, but it’s much better than losing money without verifying this concern,” he said.
Frightening victims into irrationality
For people who have had little to no experience with the criminal justice system or with law enforcement, scammers often play on this lack of knowledge to make victims believe it’s real. ey also
A Littleton resident named Peter, who asked Colorado Community Media not to publish his last name due to being someone who was targeted for a scam, experienced this when he interacted with a scam caller in August. A person left a message for him, and Peter returned the call and left a voicemail. When the number called back, they told Peter there was a warrant out for his arrest for failure to appear in court for jury duty.
“I have no idea how the system works,” e scammer told him he needed to pay a ne to do a handwriting analysis and to also send them a nancial statement. Peter had a feeling the call was a scam, so he hung up and called the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce, who con rmed it was a scam call.
“Anytime someone claims to be from one of these agencies, rather than call that number, the rst thing I should have done in retrospect was … call the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce,” Peter said.
If a person actually misses jury duty, McKnight said, the courts will communicate with that person by mail. e court will also give the person opportunities to make up their jury duty date before they attempt to arrest them.
If a person gives money to a scammer, McKnight said it is di cult to recover the funds.
“ ere’s not a lot of ways for us to really detect or see how any of those go, or where they go to, who they hand it o to,” he said. “Unfortunately, when it happens, there’s not a lot we can do.”
If a person does pay a scammer, McKnight said they should le a police report. But the best way to protect themselves is to be informed and aware about what scams look like, and always check with the real agency when in doubt.
“If they have any questions or something is concerning, they can contact us,” he said. “Even if (scammers are) going to keep doing it, at least we’re doing the prevention side and getting that education out where people can feel con dent in hanging up the phone and calling us and letting us know what’s going on.”
An Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce badge.
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Scammers target potential victims by phone.
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I’ll Say It Again: The Mill Levy Should
The dollar amount of property taxes has always been a data field on the MLS, because buyers need to know how much they should expect to pay if they purchase a listing. But that number does not provide context to the home buyer. In other words, how do the taxes for this home compare with the taxes for a home of the same value nearby, across town, or elsewhere in the metro area? The answer is in the mill levy.
A few years ago, REcolorado (the Denver MLS) and other MLSs added a “yes/no” field for metropolitan tax district, but how much does that tax district add to the property taxes for that listing? MLS listings don’t currently have a data field for mill levy.
some counties, including Denver, just give the total mill levy and don’t, as far as I could tell, indicate how much of that mill levy is from a metro tax district.
Be a Required Field on MLS Listings
valuing the home. That cost is literally hidden from the buyer of a home in any metropolitan tax district.
Some metro districts have a zero mill levy, but some metro tax districts have mill levies so high that they double the tax bill for a home compared to a comparable one nearby that is not in that tax district.
A good broker should let a buyer know the premium he or she is paying to buy a home in such a district, but that broker cannot currently get that information from the MLS listing. The broker would have to go to the assessor’s web page for that listing in the county where that home is located and look at the breakdown of mill levies for that house.
Jefferson County provides the breakdown of mill levies by each taxing jurisdiction, but
An example of how much taxes can vary can be found in two Jeffco homes that sold in the last few months. One house in the Mesa Meadows section of Golden which sold for $1,500,000 has a mill levy of 91, like all homes in the City of Golden, which has no metro tax districts. The tax bill for that home is $6,761. Meanwhile, a house three miles to the north in a metro tax district which sold for $972,500 has a mill levy of 165, resulting in a 2024 tax bill of $10,105, a $3,344 difference.
A metropolitan tax district is created to fund the infrastructure (roads, gutters, sewers, water lines, sidewalks, etc.) for a new subdivision. Instead of the developer paying those costs, a bond issue provides the funds for that purpose, and home buyers in that subdivision will be paying an extra mill levy for two or more decades to pay off those bonds.
In the above example, the metro tax district’s mill levy is 70 mills. The owner of that home will pay $100,000 or more over time for the infrastructure costs. In Golden, those costs were paid for by the developer or the city. Yet, an appraiser or real estate broker would not factor that long-term expense when
Does a Seller Say They Won’t Repair Anything?
Every buyer should hire a professional inspector, even if a home is sold “as-is.” That’s a bogus term intended to convey that the seller won’t correct any defects uncovered by the buyer’s inspector. I call it “bogus,” however, because the contract does or should contain an inspection termination deadline, and, even if it doesn’t, the buyer always retains the right to inspect the property.
If your inspector finds a serious issue, you can threaten to terminate because of it, and it’s likely the seller will agree to deal with it rather than lose the contract and start over, in which case he must disclose the newly found issue to the next buyer.
That being said, the seller could still call the buyer’s bluff, especially if the buyer’s agent has given the listing agent the impression that the buyer loves the house and would
not let a few thousand dollars in repairs stand in the way of getting a house they love.
That was the situation with a listing of mine. I had been told that the buyer lost out on a prior listing, and their offer had a clause saying they would beat any competing offer by $5,000. That won them the contract, but my seller (who met the buyers a couple times during showings and inspection) knew how much the buyer loved the property and wouldn’t want to lose it.
Therefore, when the inspection objection included a demand for a 5-figure concession to fix a major health and safety problem that any other seller would have agreed to fix, my seller refused, and the demand was withdrawn.
Remember: getting under contract is only the beginning; inspection is a negotiation, too.
When an appraiser or real estate broker values a home, they look at square footage, lot size, garage, bedrooms/bathrooms — in other words, everything but the tax rate (and the HOA dues) when doing an appraisal or comparative market analysis. Yet, the bottom line cost of owning homes in a metropolitan tax district can be dramatically higher.
That is why I have argued for over a decade that REcolorado should include the mill levy for each listing and not just the dollar amount of the property taxes.
Some counties make it easier than others to find the mill levy. In Jefferson County, the assessor’s website breaks down the mill levy from every taxing jurisdiction. A link provides the dollar subtotals and total.
You can, however, calculate the tax bill from the assessor’s website by multiplying the mill levy by the assessed valuation of the property. The assessed valuation for residential real estate statewide is currently 7.15% of the “full valuation” which the assessor as-
When you purchase a home that is within a homeowner’s association, state law requires that you receive a wide array of documents, financial and otherwise, about that association.
These include, for example, the covenants, the rules and regulations, financial statements, bylaws, budget, reserve study, the minutes of the last six months of board meetings, and the minutes of the most recent annual membership meeting.
The contract to buy and sell a home in Colorado provides deadlines for providing these association documents, objecting to them, and resolving any objections. A buyer can terminate a contract and get the earnest money deposit refunded if he or she is unhappy with what those documents reveal.
For example, the reserves of the association may be insufficient, suggesting that a special assessment is likely. The minutes might reveal issues which are upsetting to some members, or legal action which the association is undertaking, at some expense, to enforce its rules against one or more members. These and other reasons could exist that might cause the buyer to terminate the contract.
Very few listing brokers make those documents available to prospective buyers in ad-
signs to each parcel. Thus, if your home has a full valuation of $1,000,000, the assessed valuation would be $71,500. That’s the number against which the mill levy is calculated. A mill levy of 100 would compute to a property tax bill of $7,150. It’s called a “mill” levy (from the Latin word for thousand) because it is levied against each thousand dollars of value. Thus, 100 mills x 71.5 = $7,150.
The math becomes complicated when the state legislature says, as it did last year, that $55,000 should be subtracted from the full valuation before calculating the assessed valuation. How much did that reduce taxes? $55,000 of reduced full valuation is worth $3,932.50 in reduced assessed valuation. At 100 mills, that’s worth about $393.25 off the home’s tax bill.
Although giving the total mill levy for each MLS listing would be a great improvement, the best way to inform buyers of the effect of a metropolitan tax district would be to say that there is such a tax district, and to add a separate field to enter the number of mills for that tax district.
vance of going under contract, but why not?
Recently, at an open house, a visitor told our broker associate that in California the questions he was asking about the HOA (such as why the HOA dues are so high) would be readily ascertainable in advance rather than only after going under contract.
When we have been on the buyer side, we have rarely found that a listing agent already has the HOA documents — and answers to important HOA questions — to provide us.
That got us thinking, and the answer came last week when Pam Giarratano, our sales rep at First Integrity Title, brought to our office meeting Julietta Voronaov from Rexera. For a reasonable fee, Rexera provides all those required HOA documents prior to going on the MLS, so we can provide them to interested buyers and their agents.
Currently Rexera’s service is only available through our preferred title company, First Integrity Title. After Julietta’s presentation, our broker associates and I agreed that from now on, when we list a property that is located in an HOA, we will use First Integrity and order the pre-listing package from Rexera. We look forward to providing complete HOA information in advance from now on for all our listings that are located in a homeowner’s association.
Max Brooks to stay on Castle Rock council while serving as legislator
Politician says he will aim
to protect local control
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Colorado House Rep. Max Brooks announced he will stay on the Castle Rock Town Council for the remainder of his term, representing two elected positions. Brooks, a Republican, was elected to represent Colorado’s House District 45 — which encompasses Castle Rock and the Pinery area — in November. He has served on the town council since 2022 and his term ends in 2026.
Brooks told the Douglas County NewsPress in an emailed statement that he chose to stay on town council to protect the town’s local control over government decisions.
“With recent legislative e orts to erode the ability of local governments in making their own decisions for their community, there is considerable bene t to Castle Rock residents by having their own elected voice within (the) legislature to defend against further intrusion into our town,” Brooks said. “I will provide this
CARSON
A vacancy committee of local Republicans appointed Carson to the open spot on Jan. 4 in a meeting at the Southridge Recreation Center in Highlands Ranch, Carson said. at type of committee can consist of Republicans from neighborhoods in the state Senate district, along with locals who hold o ce in the Douglas County Republican Party and GOP politicians who hold public o ce, according to Carson.
Familiar faces competed at the meeting. For the committee’s votes, Carson said, he ran against Priscilla Rahn — former vice chair of the Colorado Republican Party, who also ran in last year’s county commissioner primary against Van Winkle and Carson — and Kim Ransom, a former member of the state House, representing part of Douglas County.
Carson garnered 71 votes to Ransom’s 48 and Rahn’s 17, Carson said.
Carson, a former Douglas County school board president who lives in the Highlands Ranch area, spoke with Colorado Community Media about his priorities for serving in the state legislature.
seamless connection from Castle Rock neighborhoods to the Capitol.”
Nothing in Colorado law nor Castle Rock’s town charter prevents Brooks from holding both o ces simultaneously, according to the Legislative Council Sta at the state Capitol and Castle Rock’s spokesperson Melissa Hoelting. Colorado law does prohibit someone from being a candidate for two elected seats at the same time.
Brooks said he will be attentive to both roles and believes constituents will bene t from a representative working at the state and local levels.
“I am honored to have been elected to the council position and have served Castle Rock residents dutifully and faithfully the last two years,” he said. “I will continue to do so and remain dedicated to my responsibility as a public servant as I expand my commitment to work on behalf of all families, taxpayers, homeowners and residents of Castle Rock from the state Capitol as a member of the 75th General Assembly.”
Brooks is not the rst state representative to hold dual o ces. A recent example is Rep. Junie Joseph, who served on Boulder City Council and in the Colorado House of Representatives in 2022.
Talking ‘across-the-board cuts’ and immigration
Carson says he wants to create a statelevel “government e ciency commission” modeled after the group that may be created in the incoming Trump administration, an e ort to be headed by the wealthy Elon Musk and former Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy.
“Basically do the same thing — go through the state agencies” and “cut the redundancy, waste,” Carson said, adding that he envisions the state commission would be largely made up of Colorado business leaders.
Carson noted the need to cut the state budget “quite a bit” this year.
“We’re looking at a state budget de cit approaching (roughly) a billion dollars, and the state constitution requires a balanced budget, so something’s going to have to happen,” Carson said.
He’d also like to “continue phasing out the state income tax” entirely by 2030, he added.
“I believe in less government. I believe state government’s gotten too big,” Carson said. “So philosophically, I believe we need to reduce a lot of government.”
Spending went up with pandemic-era programs, which should be among those to be cut, Carson said.
“I think it’s going to have to be acrossthe-board cuts — pretty much every-
thing’s going to have to come down,” he added.
Asked whether the cuts would include education and health care spending, Carson said he didn’t know speci cally, but “it’s not going to be a year that programs are going to be growing, that’s for sure.”
Aside from matters of funding, Carson also wants to require local governments to comply with federal immigration policy.
“I think it’s ridiculous that we’ve got particularly Denver” opposing possible federal immigration enforcement, Carson said.
“ e border has not been secure,” Carson said, adding: “I’m in favor of legal immigration, and that’s the way it should happen, but illegal immigration” is “unacceptable to me.”
Message to the GOP
Carson also had a message to Republicans: e party “needs to get more united and stop the internal bickering that’s going on.”
e party should “communicate our message a lot better to all of the voters,” Carson said. “We’re spending so much time ghting within the party that we’re not getting that done.”
When asked whether he was referring to the state Republican Party, he said: “I wouldn’t put it in a particular category.”
e “leadership of the party at all levels, we’re just spending too much time on in-
ternal party matters,” Carson said, adding: “We need to focus outward instead of inward.”
Carson previously served on the governing body of the University of Colorado. As a CU regent, he oversaw a $4 billion budget and four university campuses, he has said.
He also touts delivering “conservative results” as president of the Douglas County school board, noting he helped end the contract with the county teachers union. He expected to be sworn in to the Senate seat Jan. 10. He said he intends to run for election in 2026 for a full four-year term.
About Colorado’s legislature is year’s legislative session, the fourmonth part of the year when state lawmakers typically pass bills, started Jan. 8. e state House is composed of 65 representatives. ose members are elected every two years and are limited to serving eight consecutive years.
e state Senate is made up of 35 senators, who are elected to four-year terms. Each senator is limited to serving two consecutive terms.
For more information on the state legislature, its schedule and proposed bills, see its website at leg.colorado.gov. For maps of the state House and state Senate districts, see tinyurl.com/COstatedistrictmaps.
State Rep. Max Brooks will continue to serve on the Castle Rock Town Council for the remainder of his term, holding two elected positions. In November, he was elected to represent Colorado’s House District 45.
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lowing people to claim their items without time limits.
is new year, Coloradans have an opportunity to reunite with their missing, lost, or forgotten valuables being held for them by the state.
Tilson said the project would meet community demands for luxury hotels and unique retail and dining options, which will bene t the town economically.
“If we can add dining to our downtown, that helps Castle Rock residents and visitors choose downtown Castle Rock,” he said.
Town Manager David Corliss said sta recommended the project and nancial agreement because they believe it will be favorable for the town.
“ is will ensure (the hotel’s) viability for generations to come and I think it will be a unique facility for downtown,” Corliss said. “We don’t get any (sales tax revenue) from it right now and it’s going to be generating a sales tax ... and also a lodging tax.”
e Downtown Development Authority is also contributing up to $50,000 for tra c improvements in the area.
Also known as e Great Colorado Payback, the state’s Unclaimed Property fund was created in 1987 as a consumer protection program to keep both intangible things, like savings accounts and unpaid wages, as well as tangible items — like gift cards — safe in perpetuity, al-
e physical vault located in the back of the state treasurer’s o ce holds everything from war medals to baseball cards with an active list of more than 7.6 million owners.
e state sends notices of unclaimed property in the mail, but you can also search your name at the website colo-
rado. ndyourunclaimedproperty.com, to learn if there’s something of value that you’ve forgotten or lost. e treasurer says the fund has reunited Coloradans with more than $750 million in lost property as of 2024. is story is from CPR News, a nonpro t public broadcaster serving Colorado. Used by permission. For more, and to support Colorado Public Radio, visit cpr.org.
going to park at the View and walk over to the hotel or sit at the rooftop bar. People just aren’t going to walk 10 blocks.”
Dietz opposed the project because of the involvement of the town’s Design Review Board, which oversees the site development plans for downtown projects. e board approved the site plan for the City Hotel, which Dietz believes should be the duty of the town council.
Davis said he voted against the project because constituents told him they disapprove of the proposal. He said parking is also a concern.
Mayor Jason Gray and council members Kevin Bracken, Max Brooks and Ryan Hollingshead were supportive of the proposal for the opportunity to preserve a historic building and bring amenities to downtown, while agreeing the parking solution wasn’t perfect.
Cavey raised concerns about lack of parking downtown and the possibility of the project exacerbating the issue.
e project includes six on-site parking spaces and valet parking for 33 additional spaces in the parking lot behind the
Council members were split over the proposal, with Laura Cavey, Tim Dietz and Mark Davis opposing it for various reasons.
Douglas County School District administrative building, which are being leased from the town. Corliss said additional public parking will be available downtown soon, including 100 spaces at the View apartments on Wilcox Street. “ e challenge that I have is parking and tra c,” Cavey said. “People are not
“ is is a chance to save one of our very few historic buildings and I think a little inconvenience is worth it for something that is a great amenity,” Hollingshead said.
A timeline laid out in the agreement plans slates an anticipated opening in summer 2027.
Victim’s mother looks forward after driver sentenced
Boy was killed in crash on Highlands Ranch Parkway
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Outside of a courtroom in the Douglas County Courthouse on Jan. 7, the mother of the 13-year-old boy who was struck and killed on Highlands Ranch Parkway last March held onto her son’s baseball hat as she made comments following the sentencing of the man responsible for her son’s death.
“I can’t say I’m happy, but I am satised,” said Victoria Cegielski. “It’s just a start.”
Just before 7 a.m. on March 6, her son, Alexander “Alex” Mackiewicz, was riding a Onewheel — which is an electric skateboard — on his way to school, excited for the rst day of baseball practice that awaited him later that day. Mackiewicz waited for the signal to cross Venneford Ranch. He had crossed six of the seven lanes before he was struck.
e driver, Ruben Morones, 53, was headed east on Highlands Ranch Parkway when he ran a red light and struck Mackiewicz with his vehicle, a SherwinWilliams van. Mackiewicz was ejected from his Onewheel and landed against the curb and died.
Morones was charged with careless driving resulting in death. He pleaded guilty in late October.
On Jan. 7, County Court Judge Lawrence Bowling sentenced Morones to one year in jail with the possibility of a work release, and to pay a $1,000 ne.
A heart-wrenching crash e courtroom over owed with family members, friends and law enforcement for Morones’ sentencing hearing. Many family and friends were wearing white tshirts with a picture of Mackiewicz on it, paired with the words “Justice for Alex.”
Douglas County Sheri Darren Weekly was overcome with emotion as he recounted the gruesome aftermath in detail at the hearing.
“(It was) one of the most heart-wrenching crashes I’ve ever seen,” Weekly said, adding he has been in law enforcement for more than 30 years.
While Judge Bowling said he understood Morones had no intention of taking a life that day, the decision for the sentence he imposed was based on avoidability of the crash. He said the evidence showed that Morones did not meet his obligation to slow down when approach-
ing a light, no matter if it was red or green.
Agreeing that it’s a tragic case, the defense claimed it was an accident. ey said drugs and alcohol were not involved, Morones wasn’t speeding, nor was he distracted — rather, it was a matter of unfortunate timing.
e defense added that at the moment of the incident, the sun was “just right” and Morones could not see that the light turned red.
But according to investigation ndings of the case, the tra c light was clearly visible — as proven through a photograph that an o cer took in the following days at the same time the incident occurred, in the same lane, approaching the same intersection.
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Douglas County Sheri Darren Weekly watches as Victoria Cegielski speaks to the media about what kind of person her son was.
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The Cegielski family civil attorney, Phill Harding, stood in front of the media and spoke about the civil aspect to this case.
‘I ask for forgiveness’
In front of the judge at the sentencing hearing, Morones’ brother-in-law described him as a hard worker who provides for his family. He added that Morones wishes he could take that day back and is traumatized by the incident.
With numerous family members sitting behind him in the courtroom, Morones apologized for what had happened.
“I take responsibility for this accident and I ask for forgiveness,” Morones said through a Spanish interpretor.
The defense asked for probation
A probation pre-sentence investigator report provides the judge with information to help determine an appropriate sentence. In this case, it was suggested that Morones receive supervised probation.
e defense also cited a similar case that occurred in Arapahoe County, during which a 13-year-old boy was struck and killed by a vehicle on the way to school. In April of last year, the woman who pleaded guilty in this case was sentenced to two years of probation and to pay a $1,000 ne after also being found guilty of careless driving resulting in death.
As Morones was compliant with o cers at the scene and throughout the investigation, had a valid license at the time of the incident and accepted responsibility, the defense asked for a period of probation and useful public service.
However, Morones’ previous tra c violations were also a point of contention.
In addition to a conviction of careless driving resulting in injury in 2006, Morones has also had two DUI convictions — in 2001 and 2010 — for which he received probation.
e defense claimed that these previous o enses do not re ect his driving abilities in recent years, as he has been a delivery driver for Sherwin-Williams for more than four years, spending hundreds of hours on the road.
But learning Morones had another chance at probation, Mackiewicz’s mother disagreed.
“How many chances does he get,” Cegielski said in court. “Because my son didn’t get any chances.”
The work isn’t over e jail time and ne that Morones received are the maximum amount the judge was able to impose for the charge due to Colorado law, but many believe it’s not enough.
“I respect the rule of law,” Weekly told the judge. “You shouldn’t be able to kill someone in this state and throw a penalty on your credit card.”
He added that it is unacceptable to have a penalty that low for taking someone’s life, and that he aims to work with the state legislator to change the penalties — already having started conversations with a local senator.
“ e system is very broken when the most severe consequence for careless driving resulting in death is a $1,000 ne and a year in jail,” Weekly said.
George Brauchler, district attorney-elect for the 23rd Judicial District, agreed the punishment is too low and that there needs to be a law that provides a judge with a greater sanction.
“You can do eight million things in your life to protect yourself from crime, where you work, where you live, the time of day you go out and do things. One thing none of us can protect us from is what takes place on our roads,” Brauchler said.
While speaking to the media after the sentencing, Cegielski said she aims to work with others to make the charge of careless driving resulting in death a felony, as it will put full meaning to what is happening.
In addition to the criminal case, the Cegielski family civil attorney Phill Harding said there
is also a civil aspect to this case. He said they are seeking a policy limit demand from the insurance company of the vehicle that Morones was driving, and if it’s not paid within 30 days, they will le a lawsuit.
“We are going after the entity that supplied this killing machine,” said Harding. “If you hire someone with a background like this, then you need to pay.”
‘Alex was my life’
As photos and videos of Mackiewicz were shared on the screens in the courtroom and those who knew him addressed the court, crying could be heard throughout the room.
For Helena Bernal, Mackiewicz’s older sister, March 6, 2024, was supposed to be a normal day. But instead, it’s a day lled with tragedy that broke a family apart, Bernal said.
“One boy died, but his death has killed a piece of all of us,” Bernal said.
Mackiewicz’s father told the judge that he is heartbroken that he will never get to see his son drive his rst car, and that driving a vehicle is a privilege.
“Alex was my life,” he said.
Mackiewicz’s mother recalled the moment she followed her son’s phone to the intersection of the incident, hoping it was all just a dream. She told the judge she is now only left with memories and feels as if she is in her own
jail, con ned to a life in misery.
Among the eight individuals who shared their heartbreak over the loss of Mackiewicz, stories about his character were also shared. How he used to pay for other students’ lunches, how he wanted to become an engineer, how he could hit a baseball across the eld, how he befriended everyone.
“He would do anything and everything to make people smile,” said Cegielski. “Often he would take less so people could have more.”
Mackiewicz’s brother-in-law said he will miss his best friend, the older brother who would stand up for him in di cult situations. His father-in-law spoke directly to his late son, thanking him for lling a hole in his heart.
Mackiewicz was also described as friendly and adventurous by his neighbor, and “a sweetheart and tough-cookie at the same time” by a schoolmate’s father. A box lled with letters from Mackiewicz’s classmates and other community members was brought to the judge.
Today, a tree near the site where Mackiewicz lost his life continues to be surrounded by owers. And standing a few feet in front of the tree is a blue memorial sign that urges drivers to slow down and to drive safely.
“Caring, caring, caring. at’s how everybody described Alex, it was just in his nature,” Cegielski said.
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George Brauchler, district attorney elect for the 23rd Judicial District, also spoke to the media about the case, adding his belief that one year in jail and a $1,000 fine is not a strict enough punishment for careless driving resulting in death.
DOJ probes bias, harassment claims in Dougco schools
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e Douglas County School District is under federal investigation for its response to discrimination, harassment and bullying against students based on race, national origin, religion or disability, as well as its use of seclusion and restraints for students with disabilities.
e Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the district, according to an email sent to families. Representatives from the division will be in Douglas County from Jan 13 to 15 to interview families for the investigation. It’s unclear exactly what led to the investigation or its scope.
District o cials have not responded to a
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request for comment. O cials from the Civil Rights Division have not responded to a request for an interview.
e district is being sued by three families for its response to discrimination and bullying of Black and biracial students. e students were targeted in a group chat and called slurs and threatened with lynching.
e district also recently had to review its seclusion and restraint policies for students with disabilities after a complaint was led with the Colorado Department of Education in 2022.
O cials from the Civil Rights Division are hoping to interview parents and students, either in person or via phone or Zoom, about their experiences with discrimination, harassment and bullying in the district. To schedule an interview, contact investiga-
tors at community.dcsd@usdoj.gov or call (888) 394-6317.
“We understand that these are sensitive topics,” the email said. “Participation of minors is allowed with a signed parental consent form or the presence of a parent or guardian.”
After an investigation, the department can choose to do nothing, enter into a settlement agreement if violations are found, or it can sue a district.
A participant in a protest against discrimination and bullying sits on the lawn of the Douglas County School District administrative building in February 2024. The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the district’s handling of bullying, discrimination and harassment claims.
Illegal street racing targeted by state working group
At least 16 arrests were made and 11 vehicles impounded onsite in connection to street racing complaints in Colorado in 2024, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
e Patrol along with several local agencies combined e orts as part of the state’s Street Racing Working Group — or SRWG — to ght illegal street racing in the state.
e SRWG was created to address the continued problems posed by illegal street racing, according to a CSP news release. “ e dangers associated with il-
legal street racing, as well as the nuisance of loud engines zipping by neighborhoods late at night brings this issue to the top for many citizens,” the news release states.
e SRWG is made up of law enforcement o cers, investigators, analysts, district and city attorneys, and support sta all aimed at eliminating or drastically reducing illegal street racing. Members include police departments from Federal Heights, Golden, Arvada, Brighton, Commerce City, ornton, Westminster and Wheat Ridge. e Adams and Je erson County sheri ’s o ces are also members. In 2024, 1,959 citizen complaints were logged at the SRWG website, reportstreet-
racing.com, and many more complaints have come into local police dispatch centers directly.
In response to those complaints, the SRWG made six targeted operations in 2024. ose resulted in 506 tra c contacts that resulted in 360 tra c citations issued.
ose included 108 for street racing-related charges, 20 for reckless driving, 10 for careless driving, ree DUIs and 130 citations issued for driving at speeds of more than 25 over the posted limit.
e SRWG’s operations also resulted in 16 arrests and 31 public nuisance abatement seizures initiated for street racing vehicle and 11 vehicles were impounded at the time of contact.
roughout the operations, law enforcement also discovered and seized illegal weapons and stolen vehicles. Additional actions taken included charges for illegal discharge of a rearm, underage consumption of alcohol, illegal drug use and more.
e SWRG will continue its mission in 2025.
“Illegal street racers are on notice that law enforcement is watching with the intention to hold racers and all participants accountable to any crimes associated with the event. In addition, law enforcement will continue to seize cars and bikes, just like pictured below,” the CSP news release states.
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As the calendar ips to a new year, it’s natural to pause and re ect on the one we’ve just completed. For some, it may have been a year of profound challenge, marked by the loss of a loved one, personal health battles or unforeseen traumas that reshaped the course of their lives. For these individuals, the arrival of a new year may feel like a much-needed turning of the page, an opportunity to leave pain behind and begin anew.
For others, the past year may have been lled with milestones and achievements, victories both personal and professional. It was a year of growth, learning and perhaps even celebration. As joyful as they may be, these moments often come hand in hand with failures and setbacks that taught invaluable lessons. Looking back, the make-up of highs and lows creates a narrative that fuels ambition for the year ahead.
VOICES
A year of reflection and renewal
WINNING
holds sports,
hope, determination, or a bit of trepidation, one thing is certain: it is a year that holds potential for change, growth, and transformation. e phrase “you’re only as good as your last win” resonates in sports, sales and life. It reminds us that success, while worth celebrating, is eeting without consistent e ort. But it’s equally valid that failure doesn’t de ne us; it’s simply a step along the path to success.
relationships to how we de ne success. It’s an extraordinary opportunity but also demands adaptability and intentionality.
As these changes unfold, they invite us to re ect on our personal goals. What does transformation look like for you? Perhaps it’s focusing on physical health, prioritizing mental wellness, or strengthening your spiritual practice. Maybe it’s developing new skills to stay ahead in your career or embracing the technology that once seemed intimidating.
with loved ones and savoring moments of peace?
Whatever your vision, the blank canvas of the year ahead awaits your brushstrokes. It’s not about predicting what will happen; it’s about choosing how you will respond, grow and create meaning in the days and months to come.
No matter which side of this spectrum you nd yourself on or if your year included a mix of both, the beauty of this moment lies in its promise. We all have a blank canvas, a chance to envision what’s possible in the next 12 months. Whether we approach this year with
As we bid farewell to last year, take stock of what you achieved, what you learned and what you might have done di erently. Did you nd moments of courage? Did you navigate unexpected challenges with grace? Even in the most di cult of years, silver linings or small victories often pave the way for resilience. e year ahead promises not just change but transformation. Technology, particularly advancements in arti cial intelligence, is accelerating faster than we ever imagined. From how we work to connect, AI is reshaping industries and
New year, new strategies
Anew year, a clean slate. I always think of this as a great opportunity to take a new look at everything and make plans for the next 12 months. But then again, I am a planner. If you are not, then this may sound foreign to you, but it may still be worth your while to learn how to build the best strategy for 2025.
Readers have been inundated with news about what to expect under the new president. Investors have concerns about not enough domestic help and therefore rising prices. Business owners are wondering how tari s will a ect their imported supplies and their exports. Taxpayers are in ux about the tax law sunset slated for the end of this year and how to plan for 2026. It is di cult to plan when there are so many unknowns.
Luckily, Mariner’s chief economist, William Greiner, has kept a level head and is holding steady with his economic outlook. is is based on the business cycle and the natural progression expected from the Federal Reserve Board. It does no good to play guessing games about much else until more unfolds. Typical of many campaign promises, the chances of everything being implemented exactly as claimed are very small. We expect that economic growth will slow to 1.5% to 2% in 2025. is is down from the 2.5% to 3% we experienced in 2024, according to Greiner.¹ is view, along with in ation continuing to moderate, is similar to that of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Powell’s testimony in late December included his forecast that unemployment is expected to go higher in 2025 to the 4.3 percent range. He stated that monetary policy will adjust as things progress. “If the labor market weakens or in ation falls, then we can decrease interest rates more aggressively,” he said.
FINANCIAL STRATEGIES
I found it interesting that the last interest rate cut in mid-December triggered a stock market decline. Unfortunately, there was also no Santa Claus rally last year. is is when stocks do well in the last ve trading days of the year and into the rst two days of January. Instead, the markets ended on a sour note with ve consecutive days of decline from Dec. 26 through Jan. 2. However, it was a good year for the history books, with the S&P 500 rising more than 20% in 2024.²
Investors should consider planning for slower economic growth, slightly higher unemployment and potentially falling interest rates and moderating in ation. Develop a plan with your adviser to remain consistent with your investment strategy based on long-term growth potential and short-term interest rate declines. Bond investors should once again be rewarded with rising values as rates fall. Savers may not see their 4% and 5% yields on money markets or certi cates of deposit for a while. at renewal risk will be alive and well when new rates are posted at maturity. It may be time to look at a more productive strategy if this money is not your emergency reserves but keep in mind it is possible to lose money investing in securities.
1.William Greiner: ree Yards and a Cloud of Dust
2. JP Morgan: December FOMC
Patricia Kummer is managing director for Mariner, an SEC Registered Investment Adviser.
is could also be the year to deepen relationships with family, friends, colleagues or even yourself. Pursuing personal growth doesn’t need to be grandiose; often, the most transformational changes begin with small, consistent actions.
e start of a new year is a rare opportunity to rewrite the script. It’s an invitation to dream big and act boldly. But it’s also a reminder to pace ourselves, embrace progress over perfection and stay curious about the future.
Ask yourself: What do you want this year to mean? Is it the year you nally take that leap you’ve been hesitating over? Or is it the year you nd solace in the simple joys of life, treasuring time
As we close one chapter and open another, let’s celebrate the resilience that carried us through the last year and the hope that fuels the next. Whether this past year was one to cherish or endure, the road ahead holds promise.
May this be the year of transformation for technology, our communities, and ourselves. What will you make of it? I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com. e answer lies in the choices you make starting now. Here’s to the year ahead, your year to re ect, grow, and thrive. And as you do, 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.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Mull values in school board race
Are you a family member or neighbor of a child or teen who has a disability? Perhaps they are humans of color? Do they enjoy dressing in articles of nongender-conforming clothing? Maybe the child is happy wearing all-black, yellow, or rainbow-colored out ts? Are we able to share our values in the best interests of children? Are kindness, tolerance, and service your values?
School board races are happening in Douglas County and other school districts this November. It’s time to examine your values as you examine upcoming candidates. I urge you to vote for board members who mirror your conscience. Seating an extreme majority board will harm children. e local groups Moms
for Liberty, CPAN and FAIR are funding and in uencing candidates. Let them show you who they are. A recent photo in Colorado Times Recorder shows Colorado GOP special-initiatives director and El Paso County Moms for Liberty founder Darcy Schoening standing with Colorado Log Cabin Republican and former Denver GOP chair Garrett Flicker as they smile in T-shirts proclaiming “Bring back bullying.” eir values quash kindness, inclusion and service, potentially harming our children. Don’t allow school boards to become bully pulpits.
Katie Barrett, Castle Rock
LETTERS
Truth about ‘book ban’ myth
Recent media coverage has painted a misleading picture of “book bans” in schools, particularly in the Elizabeth School District. However, the reality is far from the sensationalized narrative. e district’s policy isn’t about censorship but about empowering parents to make informed choices for their children’s education.
Parental Choice, not a Ban. e Elizabeth School District implemented an opt-in choice giving parents control over their child’s access to library materials that are considered sensitive. is o ers three clear options for parents: Full access: Allow children to check out any book; Permission-based access: Require permission for speci c books; or Denial of access: Restrict access to certain books entirely. is system is about providing choice, not banning books. Parents have the power to decide what’s appropriate for their children, while ensuring that all students have access to a wide range of materials.
Despite this choice-based option, two parents have led a lawsuit against the district, with support from groups like the ACLU. is raises an important question: Why sue over something parents already have control over? e choice is designed to give parents transparency and autonomy, yet these parents are challenging the very freedom they are granted. e policy allows them to decide what their children are exposed to, making the lawsuit seem unnecessary. If the policy is about empowering parents, why is there such strong opposition from some groups? e controversy may not be about protecting children, but about controlling educational content. When transparency and parental involvement are reduced, it becomes harder for families to make informed choices about their children’s education.
At its core, the Elizabeth School District is about giving parents control and choice, not restricting access to educational resources. By o ering clear options, the district ensures that families can make decisions that align with their values while still maintaining access to materials for all students.
e real issue here is parental choice. e district’s system isn’t a “book ban,” it’s a decision designed to empower parents to make informed choices about
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their children’s education. Instead of focusing on misguided accusations of censorship, we should embrace this transparency and the choice it o ers families.
Crisy Howell, Elizabeth
I too am an American
I want to thank Adoree Blair for your letter of Jan. 2, 2025. I too, am an American, born and raised in this great country that I deeply love. I have also represented the United States in international sports competition and worn my USA sweats with pride.
I remember a time when both Republicans and Democrats put the needs of our nation rst over political party doctrine. It was also a time when medical science eradicated the deathly scourge of polio and smallpox and saved millions of lives in the process. Yet our new president embraces a vaccine denier for secretary of health and human services.
It was a time when a great Republican president, Ronald Reagan, worked with Tip O’Neill to create legislation that was best for the entire nation. It was also a time when we valued education and science so that millions of engineers and scientists could put 12 of our fellow citizens on the surface of the moon. I long for those days.
I long for those days when our Constitution was treated as the sacred document it truly is and not treated as a local zoning ordinance that needs to be circumvented in order to develop a real estate deal.
Yes, Adoree, I too am a proud American and I thank you for your letter to the Highlands Ranch Herald.
Robert Clarke, Highlands Ranch
Politics both ways
It was interesting to see Elizabeth School District Superintendent Dan Snowberger state his disappointment that a lawsuit had to become a political attack. Didn’t the Elizabeth School Board and District rst start imposing their political views in removing books from the libraries? When will government end imposing their values on individuals? Isn’t it the responsibility of parents to monitor what children read and not biased political leaders? I do not support either side in this con ict but do support compromise. Is it wrong for both sides to sit down and discuss differences while arriving at a compromise rather than making lawyers richer? Isn’t that what we teach children in school to do in resolving their con icts with conict resolution?
Dave Usechek, Parker
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Icing on the skate
Local outdoor rinks’ unique features, settings o er something for everyone
BY CORINNE WESTEMAN CWESTEMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Winter sports reign supreme along the Front Range. While the mountains and foothills o er plenty of places to ski, snowboard, snowshoe and spike-hike, the Denver metro area has opportunities galore to ice-skate and play hockey.
During the winter holidays, several local cities like Denver and Arvada host outdoor skating rinks in shopping centers or town squares. Some are only open through local schools’ winter break, but others remain open through January or February, depending on conditions.
Hours and prices vary, but most rinks o er rental skates or people can bring their own for lower-priced admission.
Although there are plenty of indoor skating options, many skaters prefer outdoor rinks’ atmospheres and open-air conditions. ey enjoy soaking up the sunshine or embracing the cold, depending on the weather.
Lakewood’s Greg Daniels and his three teenage children said skating outdoors is “more fun, more festive.” Also, indoor rinks tend to host more intense skaters, while outdoor ones like e Rink at Belmar are more casual, they said.
Leesa Stone, a former Parker resident, felt likewise. She liked the atmosphere at Parker’s Ice Trail at Discovery Park, with its holiday lights around the perimeter and its open replaces for people to warm themselves.
Plus, at places like Evergreen Lake, people come just to enjoy the views and skate on a real lake.
“We love the beautiful surroundings, being nestled here in the mountains,” Commerce City’s Michael Scanlon said of Evergreen Lake. “It adds to the ambiance.”
Whether they were experts or new to the sport, the skaters said local rinks o er something for people of all ages and experience levels.
“Everyone should try it,” Denver’s Marie Duran said.
And, as her 7-year-old Charlotte added, even if people don’t like skating, most rinks are in locations where people can easily nd other activities, like walking, sledding or shopping.
The Rink at Belmar
e Durans rst visited e Rink at Belmar last year and had fun. So, when Charlotte started asking to go skating this winter, the family returned to Belmar Jan. 2.
e rink, which is presented by Quantum Fiber and made of real ice, is in the middle of Lakewood’s Belmar Shopping District.
sphere and holiday lights. Maddi Harris and Kian Larson, students at Evergreen High School, were visiting Belmar for a date night and decided to rent skates before their movie. e two had also been skating at Evergreen Lake before. While it has its advantages, they liked Belmar’s festive atmosphere with all the holiday lights and the decorated evergreen tree near the rink.
“I prefer the holiday spirit here,” Larson said.
Evergreen Lake
Lara De Beer was visiting the area from Belgium, and for her last day in town, Evergreen’s Colin Saunder decided they should go skating at Evergreen Lake. De Beer had never skated on a lake before, and Saunder hadn’t been out on Evergreen’s in a while, so Jan. 2 seemed like the perfect time to try out the ice. While the lake is several acres in size, skating is only allowed on a portion of it. e maintained section near the Evergreen Lake House has a large perimeter that skaters can take laps around, as well as about a dozen small rinks people can use to play hockey, practice their skating technique and more.
People can buy tickets ahead of time or purchase walk-up tickets on a rstcome, rst-served basis. Private bookings and skating lessons can also be booked online.
Charlotte, who’s a big roller-skating fan, has enjoyed learning to ice skate. Her mom said the smaller rink is ideal for people like Charlotte who are learning to skate.
Duran also felt that e Rink at Belmar was reasonably priced, wellmaintained and “fun for all ages.”
Daniels estimated he and his family have been coming to the Belmar rink for about 10 years. ey tried to go skating before Christmas, but it was very busy. So, they opted to do their annual skating night Jan. 2 instead.
e family frequently shops at Belmar, and liked how close and convenient the rink was for them and other Lakewood residents.
e Daniels have been to other rinks in the area, like the one at Evergreen Lake, but the Belmar one’s atmo-
Because it is a lake, the dates and hours it’s open is weather-dependent. It was scheduled to be open through at least Jan. 25, when it would host the Pond Hockey Championships, but anyone wanting to visit should call the hotline at 720-8801391.
De Beer and Saunder both enjoyed the pleasant weather and mountain scenery from the lake, with Saunder describing how unique and special it is compared to other rinks around Denver.
“ ere’s no place like it,” he said.
Small outdoor rinks like the one in downtown Denver tend to be crowded, but Evergreen Lake has plenty of space for everyone, he added.
Michael Scanlon and his children, Alex and Isabel, felt likewise, describing how they’ve been visiting Evergreen Lake annually since the late ‘90s. Michael said they love the excitement and energy that seems to be inherent among outdoor skating rinks.
However, he added, he felt like the lake’s seasons were getting shorter as the lake doesn’t freeze over as early in the winter as it used to. It’s also grown so popular that parking can be di cult, he said.
People skate at Evergreen Lake Jan. 2., amid Je erson County’s scenic foothills. Several skaters said the scenery is one of the reasons they enjoy skating at Evergreen Lake. PHOTO BY CORINNE WESTEMAN
ICE SKATING
He recommended that anyone wanting to visit Evergreen Lake “should get here right when it opens,” because it’s usually less crowded and the ice is in the best condition.
e Martinez family from Colorado Springs also went skating during a day trip to Evergreen.
Lauren Martinez said she appreciated how the rink had plenty of pushable skating aids for children. Her family also enjoyed the nearby sledding hill. Overall, she said, they would be open to visiting it again.
Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park
Parker’s Josh Blaha and his family had planned to go skating in Denver during the evening Jan. 2. But that rink closed earlier in the evening, so they opted to visit the Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park instead. It was right down the street and open later, he described.
“It’s nice to have something like this in our backyard,” he said of the ice trail.
Unlike a traditional rink, the Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park is an ice-covered loop trail that’s about 450 feet around. It’s also not a perfect oval with some sharper corners to keep skaters on their toes.
In the summer, it’s a concrete walkway; but in the winter, sta members cover it with ice that they maintain with a Zamboni. It’s scheduled to be open for the season through Feb. 28.
While his family has been to other outdoor rinks, Blaha said they’re much farther away. Additionally, he thought the ice trail was a good size and didn’t feel too crowded.
Leesa Stone, who lived in Parker for more than 20 years before moving to Utah, was happy that Parker had an outdoor rink of its own.
She’s been skating before at e Pond Ice Rink at Southlands, saying that while she liked the lights at e Pond Ice Rink better, she overall liked the Parker Ice Trail more. She said it felt bigger and like that it was one-way only. Plus, the open replaces and overhead heater at the admissions booth are nice touches, she added.
Avery Jones and her family said the shape was also unique. ey thought it motivated some people to skate faster than they would at a regular rink, while others might go slower.
Like the Blaha family, Avery and Zach Jones said they appreciated having an outdoor skating feature so close to home. ey added that it was the perfect thing to do over the holidays, as it’s a very approachable activity for families.
So, whether it’s a family outing, date night, a casual jaunt to soak up the sun or a serious training session, skaters agree the Denver area is the place to be.
Denver’s Marie Duran, left, skates at The Rink at Belmar Jan. 2. Duran and her daughter wanted to come back after visiting the rink for the first time last year. PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN
Lara De Beer, far left, and Evergreen’s Colin Saunder skate around Evergreen Lake Jan. 2. De Beer was visiting from Belgium, and Saunder thought skating at Evergreen Lake would be a fun activity for her last day visiting.
Parker’s Avery Jones helps her 5-year-old Rylee as she learns to skate Jan. 2 at the Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park. The feature, which is a concrete walkway in the summer and is iced down in the winter, is scheduled to be open through Feb. 28.
An employee drives the Zamboni around The Rink at Belmar Jan. 2. The rink, which is scheduled to be open through Jan. 26, is in the middle of the Belmar Shopping District.
BY ERIC HEINZ ERIC@COTLN.ORG
National Western Stock Show returns through Jan. 26
Another year of the National Western Stock Show (NWSS) is here and with it comes a variety of rodeos and entertainment.
Taking place through Jan. 26 at the traditional National Western Center, the events draw hundreds of thousands of people to the area.
Paul Andrews, the CEO of the National Western Stock Show, said this is a year of new beginnings.
“We’ve got about maybe a dozen, maybe a little more than that, new vendors in the trade show hall that have some really interesting products that people will enjoy,” Andrews said. “It’s kind of the year of the baby around here. We’ve got lots of baby animals that have been born, and in fact one is the baby Scottish Highland cows that will be here up in our expo hall, and they’re going to be available to take pictures with.”
Andrews said there is also a new baby Clydesdale horse that will be at the stock show. e Clydesdale horses are large creatures who pull the wagons during the rodeos. Andrews said there will be about 130 rodeos throughout the stock show.
So far, Andrews said the early indicators, including ticket sales, show there could be as many as 700,000 people who visit the Stock Show. In addition, there are participants from all 50 states and other countries who will participate in stock show events. is contributes to what the NWSS estimates is a $171-million economic impact in the Metro-Denver area during the 16-day event.
“ at’s only the second time in my tenure that I can say that, and I’ve been here for 15 years,” Andrews said. “Our ticket sales are signi cantly ahead of any other year on this same date. If Mother Nature
holds up on the weather for us, and we don’t get some 20-inch snowstorm or something of that, yeah, that will impact ticket sales. We’re feeling very good about (ticket sales).”
A full schedule of events can be found at nationalwestern.com/schedule/. e NWSS also redid its menu in the steakhouse this year, including the addition of a 48-hour braised short rib “that is as big as my arm,” Andrews said.
“Like always, there’s something new at the Stock Show. But there’s also the same great traditional things that people love,” he added.
About 600 temporary workers were hired this year to enhance the events. Many have been on site since December, and some will work into February.
CEO change coming
Andrews has been a stalwart of the NWSS for decades. Having been its CEO for 15 years, he’s nally ready to pass the torch to another person.
However, the NWSS has not named a replacement at this time. e organization is going through a national search to nd someone who can ll Andrews’s boots. Andrews said he will stay on as the CEO until the NWSS can nd a replacement.
“I’ll be down here all the time at the next year’s show, and the show after that, and the show after that, God willing,” he said. Andrews has sentimental value in the things he will miss most as CEO of the NWSS.
“Really, it’s been the smiles that I get to see every day in January,” Andrews said. “I so look forward to watching all the families coming through the exhibits that we have here, seeing the animals in the petting farm where the kids are actually in there with animals.
Thu 1/23
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Wild Goose Coffee, 6399 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton
Tim Ostdiek: "Telling Stories" Songwriter Showcase @ 7pm
Roxy on Broadway, 554 S Broadway, Denver
Danny Grooves
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The Black Box, 314 E 13th Ave, Denver
Fri 1/24
Ryan Hutchens at Culinary Dropout @ 6pm Culinary Dropout, 4141 E 9th Ave, Denver
Soundularity: 360° Healing Music Journey @ 7pm
Archipelago Denver, 2345 7th St, Denver
Lost Frequencies
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The Church Nightclub, Denver
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Rafa Vidal: almost monday - the DIVE tour @ Meow Wolf Denver @ 8pm
Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Sta‐tion, 1338 1st St, Denver
Mile High Soul Club @ 9pm
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Sy Smith @ 6:30pm
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Adam Bodine @ 6:30pm Dazzle Denver, 1080 14th Street, Denver
Hannah Juanita @ 7:30pm
Skylark Lounge, 140 S Broadway, Denver
Back to the Future - The Musical @ 7:30pm
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Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, 1400 Cur‐tis Street, Denver
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Marquis Theater, 2009 Larimer St, Denver
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Justin Timberlake @ 7pm Ball Arena, 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver
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Calm.: Extra Kool & Time Vinyl Release Party @ 8pm
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DJ Rockstar Aaron @ 8pm Bout Time Pub & Grub, 3580 S Platte River Dr A, Sheridan
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Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom & Other Side, 2637 Welton St, Denver
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Tailgate Tavern & Grill, 19552 Mainstreet, Parker
Back to the Future - The Musical @ 7:30pm Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre, 1400 Curtis Street, Denver
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PUBLIC NOTICES
(c) All rooms, cabinets, and storage areas shall be subject to inspection and any locked rooms, cabinets, or storage areas shall be promptly opened for inspection.
(d)Each massage facility shall keep a complete book of records to include a log of all massage therapy administered at the facility, as required in section 9 (a)(4) of this ordinance, open to inspection without unreasonable delay.
(e)Inspectors may request to review a State-issued massage therapist license for any massage therapist or other employee of the massage facility at any time during an inspection.
(f)All owners, managers, massage therapists, employees, contractors, or persons occupying the facility other than clients shall present identification and shall not elude identification.
Section 11. Revocation or suspension of license; Penalties
(a) The licensing authority, or the licensing authority’s designees, may revoke or suspend a license for violating any prohibited act pursuant to section 8 of this ordinance.
(b) The licensing authority, or the licensing authority’s designees, may temporarily suspend a massage facility license with a hearing to be scheduled within 15 days when the licensing authority finds:
(2) The licensee knowingly permitted a person who does not hold a valid license pursuant to C.R.S. § 12-235-107 to perform massage therapy; or
(3) A pattern of activity that the massage facility is committing human trafficking-related offenses as described in 18-3-503 and 18-3-504; or
(4) The licensee failed to permit an inspection in accordance with section 10 of this ordinance any time the facility is open for business.
(c) A law enforcement officer may follow the penalty assessment procedure described in C.R.S. § 16-2-201 for any violation of this ordinance.
(d)The licensing authority or its designees may impose the following additional penalties when it is found that a licensee, owner, or employee has violated any of the prohibited activities described in section 8 of this ordinance:
(1) A fine of $300.00 for a first violation.
(2) A fine of $600.00 for a second violation by the same person or licensee.
(3) A fine of $1,000.00 for a third or subsequent violation by the same person or licensee.
District Court of Douglas County for an injunction against any massage facility that violates this ordinance.
(f) The licensee may appeal the revocation or suspension of a license in accordance with C.R.C.P. 106(a)(4).
Section 12. Fees.
(a) The application and annual license fees shall be established by the licensing authority in accordance with the provisions of section 4(d) of this ordinance.
Section 13. Repeal.
(a)All ordinances, or parts of ordinances, of the County of Douglas, Colorado, in conflict herewith are expressly repealed.
Section 14. Adoption.
(a)Pursuant to C.R.S. §§ 30-15-405 and 406, County ordinances are typically adopted on First Reading at a Board of County Commissioner Business Meeting. Subsequently, after notice has been provided in the newspaper, the Board of County Commissioners will adopt an ordinance at Second and Final Reading, which is conducted at a public hearing. If adopted as an “emergency ordinance,” the ordinance will take effect immediately. Otherwise, all ordinances go into effect 30 days after publication after Second and Final Reading.
INTRODUCED, READ AND ADOPTED ON FIRST READING on November 4, 2024, and ordered published in the DOUGLAS COUNTY
THE
By: George Teal, Chair ATTEST: Deputy Clerk ADOPTED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING on January 28, 2025, and ordered published by reference to title only in the
the massage facility.
(1) The licensee willfully failed to disclose any information on the application as required; or
(e) A massage facility that engages in two or more violations of this ordinance is a public nuisance, as described in C.R.S. § 16-13-303, unless the violation is already a public nuisance, as described in C.R.S. § 16-13-303. The County Attorney of Douglas County, or the District Attorney acting pursuant to C.R.S. § 16-13-302, may bring an action in the
PART IV: CERTIFICATION
The Douglas County Clerk shall certify to the passage of this ordinance and shall have on file copies of this ordinance available for inspection by the public during regular business hours.
Douglas County Expenditures
PUBLIC NOTICES
Legals Public Trustees
LOT 102, RIDGEGATE – SECTION 15, FILING NO. 14 1st AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 10605 Ladera Drive, Lone Tree, CO 80124.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
If applicable, a description of any changes
to the deed of trust described in the notice of election and demand pursuant to affidavit as allowed by statutes: Corrected legal description. Deed of trust inadvertenly stated "Filing No. 141" rather than "Filing No. 14", and misspelled the word "County" as "Count".
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, 02/26/2025, 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: 1/2/2025 Last Publication: 1/30/2025
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: 10/28/2024
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:
IMAN TEHRANI #44076 HOLST & TEHRANI, LLP
514 KIMBARK STREET: P.O. BOX 298, LONGMONT, CO 80502-0298 (303) 772-6666
Attorney File # Donald Miller
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. 240194 First Publication: 1/2/2025
Publication: 1/30/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County
Continued From Last Page: Page 3 of 3 No. DC 9544 Warrants
promulgated by the United States Government, State of Colorado or by any agency of either of them, or by any municipality, or by recognized trade or professional organizations, or amendments or revisions thereof.
ARTICLE 2 – DECLARATIONS OF POLICY AND FINDINGS
A. The City Council is authorized to regulate noise under its Charter and its general police powers.
B. The City Council finds that its current noise regulation set forth in Section 10-4-80 of the Municipal Code requires updating to better protect the public health, safety and welfare of the community.
Property
C. The City Council desires to repeal
Sound
Pursuant
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 22, FLINTWOOD HILLS, 3RD ADDITION, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 11842 EAST CRABAPPLE DR, 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, 03/12/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, 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.
https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 1/16/2025
Last Publication: 2/13/2025
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: 11/18/2024
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: Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553 BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000010236560 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information
City of Lone Tree Ordinance
Unreasonable noise means any noise, which because of its loudness and duration, unreasonably disturbs, injures or endangers the comfort, repose, health, peace or safety of reasonable persons of ordinary sensitivity or endangers or injures the safety or health of humans or animals; or endangers or injures personal or real property; and is the subject of a complaint made by any person.
ARTICLE 4 – REPEAL OF SECTION 10-4-80
Section 10-4-80, entitled Noise, of the Lone Tree Municipal Code is hereby deleted in its entirety and is reserved.
ARTICLE 5 – ENACTMENT OF NEW ARTICLE XI, CHAPTER 10, OF THE LONE TREE MUNICIPAL CODE.
ARTICLE XI. NOISE CONTROL
Sec. 10-11-10. Purpose and authority.
(a) Excessive sound and vibration are a serious hazard to the public health and welfare, safety and the quality of life.
(b) A substantial body of science and technology exists by which excessive sound and vibration may be substantially abated.
(c) The citizens of Lone Tree should be able to enjoy an environment free from excessive sound and vibration that may jeopardize their health, welfare or safety.
(d) The City has jurisdiction and authority under its general police powers and home rule charter to regulate noise levels within the City.
Sec. 10-11-20. General Prohibitions.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to make, continue or cause to be made or to permit or assist another to make, continue or cause to be made, any unreasonable noise which, under all the circumstances presented, unreasonably disturbs, injures or endangers the comfort, report, health, peace or safety of reasonable persons of ordinary sensitivity or endangers or injures the safety or health of humans or animals; or endangers or injures personal or real property. The following standards shall be used in the application of this section:
1. Whether noise is “unreasonable” shall be measured against the objective standard of a reasonable person.
2. Police officers and code enforcement officers, in determination of whether a noise is unreasonable, may consider factors that include, but are not limited to:
(i) The time of day; (ii) The size of any gathering of persons creating or contributing to the noise; (iii) The presence or absence of noise amplification equipment; (iv) The nature of the surrounding urban environment and ambient sound levels; and (v) Any other factors tending to show the magnitude and/or disruptive effect of the noise.
Sec. 10-11-30. Specific prohibitions.
(a) Amplified sound. It shall be unlawful for any person to make, cause to be made, or to permit amplified sound in the outdoors upon any premises possessed or controlled by such person anywhere in the City:
(1) When such amplified sound occurs outdoors between the hours of 10:00 p.m. through 8:00 a.m. the next day; or (2) Using or operating any outdoor loudspeak-
er, public address system or similar device in violation of any specific provision contained in Chapters 16, 17 or 18 of this Code.
(b) Sirens. It is unlawful for any person to carry or use upon any vehicle other than police, fire or emergency vehicles, any gong, siren, or whistle similar to that used on law enforcement, fire or emergency vehicles.
Sec. 10-11-40. Exceptions.
The following sources of noise shall be exempt from the prohibitions set forth in Section 10-11-20 and Section 10-11-30, as indicated below:
(1) Any bell or chime from any building clock, school or church, but excluding any amplified bell or chime sounds emitted from loudspeakers.
(2) Any siren, whistle, bell or audible warning device lawfully used by an emergency vehicle or on construction equipment, or any other alarm system used in case of fire, collision, civil defense, police activity or imminent danger; provided, however, that burglar alarms or construction equipment alarms or warning devices not terminated within fifteen (15) minutes after being activated shall be deemed a nuisance and unlawful.
(3) Aircraft which are operated in accordance with federal laws or regulations.
(4) Any events operated pursuant to a special event permit or temporary use permit issued by the City and limited to the specific times, decibel levels of any amplified sound, and days specified in such permit. Special event or temporary use permit applications must include any specific limitations on time and decibel levels for outdoor amplified sound for the event to be exempt from Section 10-11-30(a).
(5) Any public premises used by a federal, state, or political subdivision of the state in the normal and routine course of governmental or civic uses or operations, provided that community events, musical festivals, fireworks displays, and similar special events shall be permitted through the City by agreement or as set forth in Section 10-11-40(4) above.
(6) Any City sponsored or organized events or activities held on or in City Facilities as defined in Section 10-1-10 of this Code.
(7) Any domestic or commercial power equipment operated upon any premises between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday and State legal holidays.
(8) Snow removal equipment operated on any premises within twenty-four (24) hours immediately following a snowstorm between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., or operated in conformance with the hours and days specified in subsection (8) of this Section.
(9) Any tree maintenance or lawn care equipment operated upon a residential, commercial, or industrial premises during the time period between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Mondays through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday and State legal holidays.
(10) Emergency work, as defined in Section 10-1-10, deemed necessary to immediately abate an emergency.
Sec. 10-11-50. Motor vehicle noise prohibited.
(a) No person shall operate, nor shall the owner permit the operation of, any motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles at any time or place not equipped with a muffler or other
sound dissipative device meeting the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications, in good working order and in constant operation.
(b) Muffler cutouts, bypasses or other devices which increase sound pressure levels or change the original manufactured exhaust system of any motor vehicle shall be considered a violation of this Article.
Sec. 10-11-60. Sound level measurements. Sound level measurements made pursuant to this Article shall be made with a sound level meter of standard design using the A-weighted scale.
Sec. 10-11-70. Inspections.
(a) For the purpose of determining compliance with the provisions of this Article, police officers or code enforcement officers shall be authorized to make inspections of all noise sources and to take measurements and tests whenever necessary to determine the volume and character of noise. If any person refuses or restricts entry and free access to any part of a premise, or refuses to allow the inspection, testing or noise measurement of any activity, device, facility or motor vehicle where inspection is sought, the City official seeking such access and/or testing may petition the Municipal Court for a warrant for inspection requiring that such person permit entry and free access to the subject premises without interference, restriction or obstruction at a reasonable time for the purpose of inspecting, testing or measuring noise. The Municipal Court shall have power, jurisdiction and authority to enforce all orders issued under the provisions of this Article.
(b) It is unlawful for any person to refuse to allow or permit City officials charged with enforcing this Article free access to any premises when such official is acting in compliance with a warrant or court order issued by the Municipal Court.
(c) It is unlawful for any person to violate the provisions of any warrant or court order requiring inspection, testing or measurement of noise or noise sources.
(d) No person shall hinder, obstruct, delay, resist, prevent in any way, interfere or attempt to interfere with any City official performing his or her duties under this Article.
Sec. 10-11-80. Violations; penalties.
(a) It is unlawful to violate the provisions of this Article.
(b) Any person who is convicted of a violation of the provisions of this Article shall be punished by a fine of not more than four hundred ninety-nine dollars ($499.00). Each day of a continuing violation shall be deemed a separate violation.
(c) Any person who is convicted of a violation of this Article may be subjected to other penalties and actions as set forth in Article I of Chapter 7 of the Code.
ARTICLE 6 – SAFETY CLAUSE
The City Council hereby finds, determines, and declares that this Ordinance is promulgated under the general police power of the City, that it is promulgated for the health, safety, and welfare of the public, and that this Ordinance is necessary for the preservation of health and safety and for the protection of public convenience and welfare.
ARTICLE 7 – SEVERABILITY
If any part or provision of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, is
ARTICLE 8 – CAUSES OF ACTION RETAINED Nothing in this Ordinance
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, 02/12/2025, 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: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
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: 10/16/2024
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: N. APRIL NORTON #34861 N. APRIL WINECKI #34861 Janeway Law Firm,
$450,700.00
of the terms thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 17, BLOCK 3, CASTLE OAKS ESTATES FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 3237 El Charro Point, Castle Rock, CO 80108.
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, 02/12/2025, 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: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
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: 10/16/2024
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:
DAVID WALKER #36551 BROWN DUNNING WALKER FEIN DRUSCH PC 7995 E. Prentice Avenue, Suite 101E, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111 (303) 329-3363
Attorney File # 4678-001
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. 240181
First Publication: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025 Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240187
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 16, 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) Cynthia Wiest Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR R M K FINANCIAL CORP. D/B/A MAJESTIC HOME LOAN, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt SERVBANK, SB
Date of Deed of Trust
June 23, 2014
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
August 04, 2014
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2014043599
Original Principal Amount
$332,352.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$266,133.67
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 3, PARCEL 2, HIGHLANDS RANCHFILING NO. 109-D, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
A.P.N. : 2231-061-03-003
Purported common address: 8618 CANONGATE LANE, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80130.
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, 02/12/2025, 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: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
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: 10/16/2024
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 # 22-026260
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. 240187
First Publication: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240201
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 28, 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) Kelley K Engl AND Sandy S Engl
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR HOME POINT FINANCIAL CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Date of Deed of Trust
March 02, 2020
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 09, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2020016683
Original Principal Amount
$437,016.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$400,012.87
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 43, BLOCK 7, METZLER RANCH FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 3866 Storm Cloud Way, 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.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2025, 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: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
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: 10/28/2024
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:
David R. Doughty #40042
Janeway Law Firm, P.C.
9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 23-029342
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. 240201
First Publication: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
Name of Publication:
Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240196
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 28, 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)
Scott D. Petersen, Heather E. Petersen
Original Beneficiary(ies)
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 April 29, 2021
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 05, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2021057648
Original Principal Amount
$390,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$375,336.41
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.
LOT 12, BLOCK 6, DOUGLAS 234 FILING NO. 1, - 1ST AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 16635 E Timberwolf 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, 02/26/2025, 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: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
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: 10/28/2024
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:
Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755
MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP
7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-24-1000036-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. 240196
First Publication: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240204
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 28, 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)
ELIZABETH ANN LESTER
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING Date of Deed of Trust
September 30, 2014
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
October 09, 2014
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2014058577
Original Principal Amount
$141,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$120,967.76
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 pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 14, BLOCK 14, ROWLEY DOWNS, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 20838 PARLIAMENT CT, PARKER, CO 80138-7321.
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, 02/26/2025, 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: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
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: 10/28/2024
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
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, 03/12/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, 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. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 1/16/2025 Last Publication: 2/13/2025 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: 11/07/2024
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 # 24-033049
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.
LOT 10, BLOCK 2, CASTLENORTH FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 808 OAKWOOD DR, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104-1635.
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, 02/26/2025, 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: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
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: 10/28/2024 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:
Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553 BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000010284065
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. 240202 First Publication: 1/2/2025
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240215
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On November 18, 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) Mark Edward Shanley
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR KINECTA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Onslow Bay Financial LLC
Date of Deed of Trust October 07, 2014 County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 09, 2014
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2014058414
Original Principal Amount
$249,850.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$201,166.13
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 72, COTTONWOOD SUBDIVISION
FILING NO. 6A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 16264 Orchard Grass 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, 03/12/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, 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. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 1/16/2025
Last Publication: 2/13/2025
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: 11/18/2024
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:
David R. Doughty #40042
Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 24-033451
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. 240215
First Publication: 1/16/2025
Last Publication: 2/13/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240182
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 16, 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)
Adamo Building Company, LLC
Original Beneficiary(ies)
FirsTier Bank
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
FirsTier Bank
Date of Deed of Trust
August 20, 2020
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 24, 2020
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2020078551
Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 03, 2021
Re-Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2021134236
Original Principal Amount
$234,008.95
Outstanding Principal Balance
$299,229.45
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: has defaulted 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.
THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE CITY OF CASTLE ROCK, IN THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
That part of Lot 1, Sellers Landing, Town of Castle Rock, County of Douglas, State of Colorado, more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the Southwest corner of the North half of the Northwest quarter of Section 13, Township 8 South, Range 67 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Town of Castle Rock, County of Douglas, State of Colorado, and considering the South line of the North half of the Northwest quarter to bear South 89 degrees 02 minutes 15 seconds East with all bearings contained herein relative thereto; thence South 89 degrees 02 minutes 15 seconds east along the South line of the North half of the Northwest quarter a distance of 1882.10 feet to a point on the West right of way line of Lake Gulch Road, said point being Southeast corner of
the Easterly line of said Lot 1 a distance of 927.94 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing North 37 degrees 36 minutes 15 seconds West along said right of way line and said Easterly line of Lot 1 a distance of 84.88 feet to the Northeast corner of said Lot 1; thence South 65 degrees 42 minutes 00 seconds West along the North line of said Lot 1 a distance of 311.70 feet to the Northwest corner of said Lot 1;
of Beginning.
Also known as Lots 1 through 5 inclusive and Tracts A and B, Greystone Villas, Town of Castle Rock, County of Douglas, State of Colorado
Purported common address: Pt of Lot 1 Seller’s Landing .922 AM/L, 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.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/12/2025, 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 12/19/2024
Last Publication 1/16/2025
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: 10/16/2024
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 (303) 991-5970
Attorney File # FTB 21094
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. 240182
First Publication: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
Name of Publication:
Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240189
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 16, 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)
Deborah Carpenter
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Flagstar Bank, N.A.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
FLAGSTAR BANK, N.A.
Date of Deed of Trust
March 24, 2023
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
March 27, 2023
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2023012198
Original Principal Amount
$254,990.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$251,931.02
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 pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 134, Sterling Ranch Filing No. 2, 1st Amendment, County of Douglas,
State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 9279 Merino Ct Unit B, Littleton, CO 80125-8745.
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, 02/12/2025, 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: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
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: 10/16/2024
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:
JENNIFER ROGERS #34682 IDEA LAW GROUP, LLC 4530 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. 10, LAS VEGAS, NV 89119 (877) 353-2146 Attorney File # 48167064
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. 240189
First Publication: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240218
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On November 18, 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) Candise M. Moad
Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust March 02, 2022
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 03, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022015998
Original Principal Amount
$655,500.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$638,599.74
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 5, The Pinery Filing No. 7, also known as The Pinery Filing No. 7, Amended, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 9593 Coronado Court, 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,
Pursuant
ual; GWEN POWELL DIXON AKA GWENN POWELL DIXON, an individual;
NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.
You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.cowtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.
There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/se/fhe/p), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court's lien must be paid before
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SHERIFF’S SALE NO. 24002245
NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY
SHADOW CANYON CONDOMINIUMS
ASSOCIATION INC: Plaintiff v. LARRY E. EVANS: Defendant(s)
Regarding: BUILDING 4, UNIT 101, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE PARKING SPACE P- 17, SHADOW CANYON CONDOMINIUMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR SHADOW CANYON CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED AUGUST 12, 2005, AS RECEPTION NO. 2005075997 AND ANNEXATION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 23, 2005, AT RECEPTION NO. 3005091274, AND THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON AUGUST 12, 2005, AT RECEPTION NO, 200575996 AND CORRECTION AND SUPPLEMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 20, 2005, AT RECEPTION NO. 2005089456 IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO;
also known as: 4799 COPELAND CIR #101 LITTLETON, CO 80126 (the “Property”)
Under a Judgement and Decree of Foreclosure entered on November 11, 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: 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 13th day February 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 $11,793.00
All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at 303-660-7527. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is Hal R. Kyles #23891, Orten Cavanagh Holmes & Hunt, LLC, 1445 Market St Suite 350 Denver, CO 80202, (720) 221-9780.
Dated 12/19/2024, Castle Rock, CO
Darren M. Weekly Sheriff of Douglas County, Colorado
Kirk Ring, Deputy Douglas County, Colorado
Legal Notice No. 948101
First Publication: 12/19/2024
Last Publication: 1/16/2025 Published In: Douglas County News Press
Misc. Private Legals
Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT IN THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS FILED IN THIS COURT UNDER THE “UNIFORM DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE” AND “UNIFORM CHILD CUSTODY JURISDICTION” ACTS, due diligence has been used to obtain personal service within the State of Colorado and further efforts would be to no avail: therefore, publication has been ordered:
CASE NUMBER: 2024DR30856
NAME: Ashley Ruth Givens v Brandon Lee Givens
TYPE OF ACTION: Dissolution A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the above Court during regular business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and that failure to respond to this service by publication within thirty-five (35) days of the
a/k/a William H. Winn, a/k/a William Winn, a/k/a Dub Winn, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30569
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 on or before May 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Lisa Arlene Ford
Notice
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Legal Notice No. DC 9550
First Publication: January 16, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice Westside Towing, 1040 Atchinson Ct Castle Rock, 80109 has the following for sale:
1) 2001 V.W. Jetta Vin. 010025 2) 1979 MG Midget Vin.16072G 3) 2005 International Vin 100224
4) 2014 GMC 1500 Vin. 476735
5) 1979 Dodge D10 Vin. 168993 6) 2019 Chevy Malibu Vin. 215380
Legal Notice No. DC 9540 First Publication: January 16, 2025 Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News Press Public Notice
1) 1975 Chevy K10 Black CKM145F428873
2) 1996 Freightliner Semi Truck Black 1FUYDDY87TP648122
3) 2016 Audi A5 White WAUM2AFR9GA017968
Gotcha Recovery Services LLC P.O. Box 623, Parker, CO 80134 303-524-5419
Legal Notice No. DC 9539
First Publication: January 16, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
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3) 2008 HYUNDAI SANTA FE WHITE 5NMSG73D88H219408
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Legal Notice No. DC 9533
First Publication: January 16, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Notice to Creditors
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Amy Lynn Rasmussen; a/k/a Amy L. Rasmussen; a/k/a Amy Rasmussen; a/k/a Amii Rasmussen, Deceased Case Number: 24PR30527
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 on or before May 16, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Myka M. Landry, ATL for Personal Representative
William Rasmussen PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, CO 80107
Legal Notice No. DC 9531
First Publication: January 16, 2025 Last Publication: January 30, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of William Honley Winn,
First Publication: January 9, 2025 Last Publication: January 23, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Arlene OBrien, Arlene F. OBrien, Arlene Faye OBrien, Deceased Case Number: 24PR205
All
Personal Representative 8883 N. Sunbeam Trail Parker, CO 80134
Legal Notice No. DC 9534
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 23, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Gary Lee Autry Sr., aka Gary L. Autry, and Gary Autry, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30596
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 on or before May 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Patsy J. Autry, Personal Representative c/o Kokish & Goldmanis P.C.
3 I 6 Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO 80104
Legal Notice No. DC 9526
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 23, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Brian Eugene Clifton, Deceased Case Number: 24PR207
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 May 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Dawn Clifton, Personal Representative 1802 Jackson Ave W, Apt 3 Oxford, MS 38655
Legal Notice No. DC 9522
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 23, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of BARBARA J. BOESEN, a/k/a BARBARA JEAN BOESEN, a/k/a BARBARA BOESEN, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30598
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 on or before May 16, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Elizabeth A. Boesen-Minter
Personal Representative 12751 England Street Overland Park, KS 66213
Bette Heller, Esq. Attorney to the Personal Representative 19671 E. Euclid Dr., Centennial, CO 80016
Phone Number: 303-690-7092
E-mail: bhelleresq@comcast.net
Legal Notice No. DC 9541
First Publication: January 16, 2025
Last Publication: January 30, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Guy E. Smith, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30001
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 May 16, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Barbara J. Smith, Personal Representative c/o Gubbels Law Office, P.C. 103 4th Street, Suite 120 Castle Rock, CO 80104
Legal Notice No. DC 9556
First Publication: January 16, 2025
Last Publication: January 30, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Michael Earle Oldham, aka Michael E. Oldham, aka Michael Oldham, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30578
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 on or before May 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jennifer P. Oldham
Personal Representative 23733 E. Eads Drive Aurora. Colorado 80016
Legal Notice
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Legal Notice No. DC 9533
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 23, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Chester Alan Hier; a/k/a Chester A. Hier; a/k/a Chester Hier; a/ka/ Chet Hier, Deceased Case Number: 24PR30567
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 on or before May 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Myka Marie Landry, Attorney for Personal Representative Tonya Hier PO Box 2276 Elizabeth, Colorado 80107
Legal Notice No. DC 9506
First Publication: January 2, 2025 Last Publication: January 16, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of EUGENE C. OWEN, a/k/a EUGENE OWEN, a/k/a GENE OWEN, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30577
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Douglas County Court of the County of Douglas, Colorado, located at 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before May 2, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Lori Sue Iliff, 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. DC 9515
First Publication: January 2, 2025 Last Publication: January 16, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MARK EDWARD SHANLEY, Deceased Case Number: 24PR 30576
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 May 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Leif A. Nelson, P. C Attorney to the Personal Representative 29029 Upper Bear Creek Rd. #202 Evergreen, CO 80439
Legal Notice No. DC 9548
First Publication: January 9, 2025 Last Publication: January 23, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of James Frederick Pomeranz, aka James F. Pomeranz, Deceased Case Number: 24PR211
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 May 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Chelsea R. Pomeranz Personal Representative 18095 Dandy Brush Drive Parker, Colorado 80134
Legal Notice No. DC 9528
First Publication: January 9, 2025 Last Publication: January 23, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
STOCK SHOW
“I’ll also miss the sta ,” Andrews continued. “I’ve become very close to both our sta and our volunteers, and I can tell you that our sta and our volunteers and our committees and our board are some of the best people on planet Earth, and I will miss them.”
e good news, Andrews said, is that he lives in nearby Arvada, so popping over to the NWSS is just a short drive.
National Western Center upgrades
e National Western Center is in the midst of its largest overhaul since the Stock Show came to Denver in 1906. Although no new buildings are open for this year’s events, the Sue Anschutz Rogers Livestock Center will be open for the 2026 National Western Stock Show.
“We are currently working with the (National Western Center Authority board) and a development partner to build out an equestrian center, hotel and parking garage,” said Marcy Loughran, the chief communications o cer for the Denver Mayor’s O ce on the National Western Center.
“ e current timeline for that is anticipated for either Stock Show 2028 or 2029.”
ere’s also the land known as the “triangle,” an area that includes the Denver Coliseum and several other buildings. Discussions with local organizations that want to see the land repurposed for housing and other community uses are ongoing. e GES Coalition, a nonpro t that works with the Globeville, Elyria and Swansea neighborhoods, has been trying for years to make use of the land that would bene t the neighboring communities.
Loughran said the city is planning to meet with the coalition and community members in the near future to determine the best uses of the land.
Carly Allison, 9, from Aberdeen, South Dakota, showed a miniature Hereford in 2024 that originated from England in their small stature, then over time, they were bred to develop into the larger Hereford. PHOTO BY BELEN WARD
National Western Stock Show CEO Paul Andrews is stepping down after this year’s events, but he said he will stay at the job until a suitable replacement is found. COURTESY
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