Wellspring nonprofit begins moving tenants into Unity on Park apartments
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e Douglas County nonpro t Wellspring Community is in the process of moving tenants into its recently completed conversion of the former La Quinta Inn in Castle Rock to a ordable apartments.
e apartment building, called Unity on Park, provides a ordable housing for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), with half of the units reserved for tenants with disabilities. ere are 22 studios and 20 onebedroom units, and 66 parking spaces.
All of the housing units will be restricted to people making 30-80% of the area
median income.
Nicole DeVries, the executive director of Wellspring, which provides services to people with IDD, said the project addresses an unmet demand for independent living options in Douglas County.
DeVries said more than 20,000 adults with IDD in Colorado live with a caregiver who is over the age of 60. “ is is the rst community of its kind in Douglas County,” DeVries said. “ is is the rst step, but it just scratches the surface of meeting the needs, not just in Douglas County, but statewide.”
Unity on Park provides an independent living option while still o ering 24/7 on-site sta to assist residents with daily tasks. DeVries said sta mostly
helps with building life skills.
“ ey help with learning to cook and to clean, getting groceries, getting to doctor appointments, getting to and from work, doing laundry, managing a budget, managing their schedule,” DeVries said. “It’s all the stu anyone of us had to learn how to do when we rst lived on our own or lived outside of our parents’ house, but they just get extra assistance and support.”
e project received support from the state, the Douglas County commissioners and the Castle Rock Town Council. e state contributed a $4 million grant, while the county purchased the
How to engage with Douglas County’s local governments and elected boards
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
While Colorado’s open meetings law does not require local governments or elected bodies to seek public engagement on their decisions, most o cials consider feedback part of good governance.
In Douglas County, all of the local municipalities designate time to hear from the public during meetings through general comment periods that allow people to speak about things not on the meeting agenda, and designated comment periods speci c to agenda items. Typically, elected o cials don’t respond directly to public comments, but they can be factored into decision making and ocials can follow up on them.
Public comments also help reporters, including those at Colorado Community Media, learn about community members’ concerns and ideas.
ough all of the municipalities and elected boards accept comments through email, the procedures for commenting during a meeting di er between places and can be tricky to navigate. To help people participate in local government, e Douglas County News-Press created a guide to the basics of local public comment policies. (All of the meeting schedules are subject to change for holidays, weather or other reasons.)
Douglas County Board of Commissioners e Douglas County Board of Commissioners has business meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Public comments can be made on speci c agenda items and the board can hear general public comments on items not on the agenda at the end of the
Wellspring Community, a nonprofit that provides services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is moving in tenants to its recently opened apartment building in Castle Rock, called Unity on Park. The project converted the former La Quinta Inn on Park Street into 42 a ordable apartments with 20 reserved for adults with disabilities. COURTESY OF WELLSPRING COMMUNITY
Sheri s raise alarm about burglaries of Asian business owners’ homes
O cials also point to ‘dinnertime burglaries’ at expensive homes
BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
For months, thieves have burglarized the homes of Asian businesspeople in Arapahoe and Douglas counties, and the local sheri s came together to urge the public to take steps to protect against the crimes.
“You could be the hero that solves all of these cases just by making a call to law enforcement,” Douglas County Sheri Darren Weekly said.
Flanked by a longtime cop and an ofcial from the local district attorney’s ofce, the sheri s encouraged the public to contact law enforcement and report suspicious activity in their neighborhoods. O cials are also concerned about a string of burglaries at high-value homes during the hours when people normally eat dinner.
Collectively, the burglaries may have cost victims a total of millions of dollars, according to law enforcement.
At a sheri s’ town hall event in December, o cials focused especially on the burglaries of Asian residents’ homes, speaking to Asian community members in the audience. Brian Sugioka, a chief deputy district attorney, mentioned his own heritage as he discussed the issue.
“Of course, there’s a general sense of unease that certain ethnic groups may feel” and “as a person of Japanese descent myself, I understand,” Sugioka said.
Although the incidents have been thefts, the crimes still present the risk of violence, Sugioka said.
“One of the things that makes home burglaries so dangerous is the possibility that perhaps the suspects think nobody’s home but they’re wrong, and before you know it, there’s gun re,” Sugioka said.
O cials are concerned that not all victims are reporting the crimes or aren’t reporting in a timely manner, Weekly said.
For those who may struggle with a language barrier, law enforcement can use a translator to help, Weekly said.
Even small details that seem suspicious might help o cials if the public reports them, according to the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce.
It’s OK to “be suspicious of people loitering around your home,” Arapahoe County Sheri Tyler Brown said, adding: “We would rather drive by and have it be absolutely nothing than be investigating a burglary.”
Burglaries pile up
e Douglas County sheri ’s jurisdiction in mid-December listed 13 reported burglaries of Asian business owners’ homes in 2024, with seven of those having occurred since September.
e sheri ’s jurisdiction includes unincorporated Douglas County — areas outside of city and town boundaries — along with Castle Pines and Larkspur.
At least about a dozen burglaries of Asian business owners’ homes have occurred from October 2023 through early December 2024 in the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce jurisdiction, according to the o ce.
e Arapahoe County sheri ’s jurisdiction includes unincorporated Arapahoe County areas, along with Centennial, Bennett, Fox eld and Deer Trail.
‘Taking advantage’
Asian business owners could be the target of burglaries because thieves have recognized some apparent cultural di erences, such as the idea that Asian people may distrust banks and instead keep large amounts of money at home, Brown said.
“ ey’re taking advantage of that,” Brown said of the burglars.
Along with that string of crime, o cials also have their eye on a separate pattern of burglaries that took place at high-value homes in Arapahoe County during the hours when people normally eat dinner — incidents that have been dubbed the “dinnertime burglaries.”
e nine dinnertime burglaries took place at homes in Cherry Hills Village, Columbine Valley, Littleton and unincorporated Arapahoe County from February to October 2024, according to the sheri ’s o ce. e homes hit in the Arapahoe dinnertime burglaries back up to a greenbelt or an open area, Cohn said.
O cials said the nine thefts total almost $1 million in stolen goods.
e Douglas sheri ’s o ce is only aware of one case of a dinnertime bur-
glary, Weekly said.
Arapahoe sheri ’s Sgt. Brett Cohn noted that dinnertime is usually when people are home — but, he said, thieves are taking steps to make sure people aren’t there.
“We’re talking about groups of people that are working together to hit these homes,” Cohn said.
Persons of interest
One question at the town hall asked whether the burglars are part of a “South American theft group,” a term that has circulated in news media coverage.
“We don’t have any indication or any evidence in our dinnertime burglaries that the suspects are coming from one particular nation or another,” Brown said.
When asked whether there is any evidence that suspects in the burglaries of Asian business owners’ homes in the Arapahoe sheri jurisdiction are coming from one nation or demographic, Ginger Delgado, an Arapahoe sheri spokesperson, said: “ is is something investigators are still working together to gure out.”
For his jurisdiction, Weekly said, “In Douglas County, we believe they are Colombian nationals.”
Asked why o cials believe that Colombian nationals are involved, Weekly referred to “people that have been identi ed in relation to the investigations” of Asian business owners’ home burglaries.
“We have several people identi ed that we believe are persons of interest in the
Arapahoe County Sheri Tyler Brown, left, speaks next to Douglas County Sheri Darren Weekly at a December town hall event at the Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce that focused on burglaries and how the public can protect against them.
PHOTO BY ELLIS ARNOLD
Statistics Confirm That the Seller’s Market Evaporated by the End of 2024
Now that 2024 has ended, we can see quite clearly that the seller’s market created during the Covid pandemic is now a thing of the past. December was a particularly slow month in a year that saw a great increase in the number of active listings, but little or no corresponding increase in sales, plus some other negative metrics, as shown in the charts at right.
As always, I derive these statistics from REcolorado, the Denver MLS, within a 25-mile radius of downtown Denver instead of using the multicounty “metro Denver” stats reported by the Denver Metro Association of Realtors.
that there were now more homebuyers than homes for sale, which fostered competition and drove home prices to unforeseen levels. From the start of the pandemic in March 2020 until the Federal Reserve began hiking rates in March 2022, home prices grew 37%, per Case-Shiller.
All Charts Are for Last 5 Years
Expired Listings
The most obvious indicator of a slowing market is how many listings expire without selling, and that number reached nearly 3,000 in December, about triple the figures for the first two Decembers of the pandemic, 2020 and 2021.
The ratio of closed price to listing price is another key indicator of a seller’s market. It peaked at 106.1% in April 2022, but has been as low as 92.0% since then.
The median sold price has leveled off but is still higher this December than all previous Decembers. It’s just that sellers are still overpricing their homes when they first put them on the market, producing that lower ratio.
The median time on market stayed well below 10 days throughout the pandemic, but has risen steadily since the fall of 2022 and is at its highest level in recent history now — 39 days. The average days on market is at 56 days. This compares to 30 days and 47 days respectively a year ago.
A big factor in the real estate market is always the cost of mortgage loans. At right is a graphic from USNews that charts the impact of interest rates on home prices from 1987 to present. Here’s that website’s interpretation of the chart:
“In late 2022, home sales activity came to an abrupt halt when mortgage rates climbed from about 3% to above 7% in a matter of months. Buyers are still facing higher mortgage rates than they've seen in recent memory – on top of that, home prices are still staying stubbornly high after the pandemic housing boom. For many, especially first-time homebuyers who lack tappable equity, monthly mortgage payments have become too expensive at these new interest rates.
“The housing market is in a mortgage rate stalemate: Homebuyers are priced out, and homeowners are reluctant to sell and trade in their low mortgage rates.”
So what should we expect in 2025?
Whenever there’s a market slowdown, it produces pent-up demand later on. And I foresee that pent-up demand expressing itself this month and this year in a more balanced market. The big increase is inventory shows that sellers are accepting that interest rates
“With mortgage rates at 3% or even lower, more homebuyers could afford to enter the market in the early 2020s. Home sales activity picked up, but housing inventory was insufficient to keep up with demand. Decades of housing underproduction in the U.S. meant
will stay at present levels, so they are no longer waiting for them to go down before sacrificing their current low interest rate loan to purchase a replacement home. Likewise, I see buyers accepting current interest rates as the “new normal” and getting off the fence.
Open House at 2-BR Condo in Downtown Golden
New App Adds Neighborhood Politics to Criteria
Nearly one-quarter of Americans say local and national politics highly influence their decision about where to live, according to a recent survey from Realtor.com. In some age groups, that percentage is even higher.
“With both local and national politicians making decisions that impact daily life, both socially and fiscally, it makes sense that many would prefer to live in areas where the politics align with their own beliefs,” according to Danielle Hale, Realtor.com’s chief economist.
Many of the respondents to a Realtor.com survey said their political views do not align with those of their neighbors, and 17% have considered moving for that reason.
That percentage was 28% for the millennial generation, who are also the most likely –at 33% - to report that their decisions about where to live are highly influenced by national politics. Among Gen Z respondents, 25% say politics influence their decisions, and among Gen X, it’s 21%. Only 16% of baby boomers felt that way.
Now a company called Oyssey has entered the home search business with an app that includes all the usual criteria plus neighbor-
hood politics — even block-by-block. Calling Oyssey an “app” minimizes the company’s intention, which is to replace Zillow as the go-to real estate search engine by providing more information about listings — including neighborhood politics. Currently, the app is sold to individual real estate brokers who can invite individual buyers to access it. It’s strictly a buyer’s tool, and brokers will still be using their current MLS for listing homes for sale. The idea is that Oyssey would replace buyer tools, such as email alerts, built into the MLS, and that the buyer agency agreements now required by the NAR settlement would be built into its functionality.
Ultimately, the company wants to partner with the nation’s MLSs to have their app be an included feature of that MLS instead of something brokers need to purchase on the side.
The app was introduced last month in south Florida and some New York cities, but should be available elsewhere, including Colorado, by the end of March 2025.
I am the first Colorado broker to have signed up for it when it comes to our market.
Condos in this building at 722 Washington Avenue (called Washington Station) are in great demand because of its location right in downtown Golden. This listing is Unit 201, which has a great corner location directly above the unit’s deeded parking spot. Moreover, the stairs to the parking garage are right next to the door to this unit. (There’s also an elevator.) This is a mixed use building, with commercial units on the main floor. The unit itself features an open floor plan, with slab granite countertops and cherry cabinets with handles, and an island with breakfast bar to complement the dining area. There’s a balcony outside the living room. It an all windows have mountain view. The bathrooms and kitchen have ceramic tile floors, and the rest of the unit has carpeting in like-new condition. There’s a 7’deep storage room and laundry closet with vinyl flooring. Take a narrated video tour at www.GoldenCondo.info, then come to the open house this Saturday, 11am to 1pm. Or call Kathy Jonke at 303-990-7428 to request a private showing.
$650,000
Originally listed for $750,000, the price is now $100,000 less! There’s so much to love about this home at 7085 W. 32nd Pl.! For starters, it’s a handyman’s delight with an oversized 2-car garage that is heated and has 200 Amps of power, including two 240-Volt circuits! Also, one of the basement bedrooms has been converted into a sound studio with professional soundproofing such that neighbors and the people upstairs wouldn’t be aware of it! Altogether, including that studio with its ensuite bathroom, this home has five bedrooms and three full bathrooms. And it has a full-size bar with bar stools next to that studio in the basement that is to die for. Under the new state law, the basement could be adapted into a 2-bedroom/1-bathroom accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to provide extra income for the owner. To fully appreciate this impressive home, which has been owned and lovingly maintained by the seller for 43 years, take the narrated video tour at www.GRElistings.com, then come to the open house this Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Or call Kathy at 303-990-7428.
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Big Price Reduction on Brick Ranch in Wheat Ridge
Closing the gap to quality mental health services
Southeast Counseling Center in Parker o ers family, addiction and trauma counseling to everyone
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Every organization has to start somewhere.
For Southeast Counseling Center in Parker, it started in an old janitor’s closet with one therapist, two interns and a couch.
Today, it’s a nonpro t with more than 25 licensed therapists and serves at least 700 families.
“Our desire (is) to provide high-quality mental health services that (are) a ordable and accessible for people who desperately need it,” said Peter Barber, board member of the counseling center.
Barber was a pastor at Southeast Christian Church in 2010 when he noticed a gap between the need for high-quality mental health care and people having access to such therapy services.
He added at that time, mental health services and pastoral care rarely worked in cooperation with one another.
But believing it could work together, he helped implement a counseling center at the church and in 2018, it established itself as its own separate nonpro t. Although the center still maintains a referral relationship with the church, it’s no longer connected to the church and Barber no longer serves as the church’s pastor.
While many of the therapists at the center are of Christian faith, Barber said it’s not evangelical or proselytizing, and that they are there to bene t everyone in the community.
“We don’t hide the fact that we’re Christian, but we’re also not pushing our beliefs onto clients,” said Barber. “We’ve (served) atheists, Buddhists, witches.”
Working to fill the gap
Involved with the organization since the beginning, Jason Bell, the center’s counseling executive director who also serves as a counselor, said they have further de ned why this type of organization is needed. One reason being the growing gap between those who qualify for governmental assistance like Medicaid and those who earn su cient income to pay for services.
“ e gap means you’re cutting something out,” said Bell. “Most often, that’s some form of healthcare.”
e center has partnered with di erent organizations in Douglas County to pool resources to fund care for people in the gap.
e Douglas County Community Foundation, the Parker Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Aloha Fund have provided funds to support the center’s erapy Subsidy Program, which provides nancially subsidized sessions each month to those who are in the gap between self-su ciency and qualifying for government support.
e center subsidizes “about 40% of the client base who are living in the gap,” Bell said.
Barber added that if individuals cannot pay the full rate, therapists will oftentimes
o er a sliding scale, meaning the therapist will slide the fee down to make it affordable for the individual.
e center’s goal was to create a model where therapists didn’t have to make that sacri ce in their pay.
“Every therapist gets their full takehome pay regardless of who they see and the center then subsidizes the di erence,” Barber said.
e center’s client base also expanded in the fall of 2024 to serve those who are on Medicaid.
Tailoring to the needs of patients
With numerous mental health agencies across the county, Barber and Bell believe their counseling center stands out because of its intake process.
When searching for a therapist through insurance, a list of who’s in the network comes up and individuals hope they pick one that’s a good t, Barber said. e center, on the other hand, has an intake team that conducts a full comprehensive assessment, which includes a personal interview.
“When they do that, they’re able to tailor the kind of service that the clients need in a way that’s far better than, like, a 30-minute phone interview or nding someone in your insurance database,” Bell said. Aiming to provide a therapist that best ts a client’s personality and needs, Bar-
ber said they may reach out to other providers in the community.
“At the end of the day, it’s not about you needing to come here, it’s what is best for you, the client, (and) what you need,” Barber said.
e center has various speciality teams, including addiction counselors and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) certi ed trauma therapists. It o ers a same sex domestic violence treatment group, and the domestic violence and forensics team also provides services for court-ordered treatment of o enders for the 18th and 23rd Judicial District.
e center also has teams for all aspects of the family, including therapeutic groups for parenting. e child and adolescent team provides services for children as young as 3, and because it’s dicult for young children to stay sitting for a period of time, the center has play therapists to provide age-appropriate services. e center does not provide medication or inpatient treatment, instead, it partners with psychiatrists and other agencies in the area.
“ is organization is now situated … straddling communities of faith and healthcare and law,” said Bell. “All of those di erent institutions, in one way or another, help to make treatment accessible.”
Southeast Counseling Center in Parker is a nonprofit organization that provides accessible and personalized therapy services for children, couples, adults and addiction or trauma services.
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The Southeast Counseling Center has more than 25 licensed therapists and serves over 700 families across Colorado to find wholeness and hope.
What you need to know about Douglas County’s leash laws
Many areas require restraints on canines
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Even the most obedient dogs can be tempted by sounds and wildlife when outdoors, potentially putting themselves, the handler or wildlife at risk. is is why dogs in Douglas County are required to be on a leash when on public property.
“Dogs are required to be physically restrained by a 15-foot leash when on public property within unincorporated Douglas County,” said Bryanna Munns, an animal law enforcement sergeant with the Douglas County Sheri ’s O ce.
Unincorporated areas are those outside of city and town limits. Cities and towns within Douglas County also have leash laws. For example, Castle Rock requires leashes, cords and chains to not exceed more than 10 feet in length.
Munns added that dogs must be physically restrained by someone who is capable of maintaining control of the dog to ensure that the dog is not approaching other animals or people without permission. Dogs found o the owner or handler’s property are called “strays,” according to the Douglas County Sheri ’s O ce website, and may be impounded.
If owners fail to properly control their dog or allow it to run at large in the community, they are in violation of Douglas County’s Resolution 019-029.
Enforcement of the resolution consists of the option for an educational conversation, a formal written warning and a payable ne.
e sheri ’s website also states that nes for violations begin at $50 per animal, and increases with additional violations. A summons for the dog owner to appear in court may also happen.
“ e enforcement action that the responding o cer takes is dependent upon the previous history of the dog owner,” said Munns. “And whether the individual is receptive to our contact.”
WELLSPRING
property for Wellspring and Castle Rock waived development fees. Wellspring also partnered with the Douglas County Housing Partnership to manage the property.
Why Douglas County has leash laws ere are multiple reasons why leash laws are put in place.
Not only does having a dog on a leash allow the owner or handler to more easily break up any negative encounters with other animals or people, but it also helps prevent dogs from roaming into unsafe areas, such as onto icy ponds.
With coyotes being a frequent sight throughout Douglas County, the Highlands Ranch Metro District says having dogs on a leash can help protect them, as coyotes and other wildlife might see an unleashed dog as prey or a threat to their territory.
Where can I allow my well-behaved dog to run free?
Dogs are allowed to run o leash in nearby designated o leash areas that are fenced in. ese include Chat eld State Park, South
“It didn’t cost Wellspring anything,” DeVries said. “It’s called Unity because it brought so many di erent people together and uni ed around one project, which couldn’t happen for just any project, but it happened for this, which is pretty incredible.”
DeVries said Wellspring is already in the process of developing a second housing project in Castle Rock. e next project
Suburban’s David A. Lorenz Regional Park, Bayou Gulch Regional Park, Fairgrounds Regional Park, Glendale Farm Open Space and Devon’s Dog Park at Greenland Open Space.
e Highlands Ranch Metro District also has four o -leash dog parks, which are open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset. e parks include:
• Digger’s at Dad Clark Park, 3385 Astrobrook Circle
• Fido’s Field at Foothills Park, 1042 Riddlewood Road
• Hound Hill at Highland Heritage Regional Park, 9651 S. Quebec St.
• Rover’s Run at Redstone Park, 3280 Redstone Park Circle
In Parker, a dog should be on a leash 30 feet or shorter in all parks and trails, except for the USMC CPL David M. Sonka Dog Park.
aims to build for-sale condos for adults with IDD and others.
“We’re doing the same concept in terms of taking a hotel and turning it into housing, but we’re selling them as condos instead of renting them,” she said. “ en that provides the individual with IDD a longterm asset that follows them as they age.”
DeVries said she’s proud that Wellspring has been able to ful ll one of its founding
Every park requires the owner or handler to put a leash on their dog when entering and exiting the park, and to pick up after their dogs. Owners or handlers must carry a leash at all times and be present in the park with their pet. Additionally, dogs must be vaccinated, and aggressive dogs and dogs-in-season are not allowed.
Are dogs allowed on local walking trails?
In terms of taking dogs on walking trails, dogs are not allowed on the Wildcat Mountain Trail System or the Highlands Point Trail system. However, if on a leash, they are allowed on the Rocky Gulch Trail and the Douglas County East/West Trail. More information about leash laws and owner expectations in Douglas County can be found on the Douglas County website at tinyurl.com/bde4a48k.
missions and plans to continue chipping away at the need for housing and residential services.
“It feels like the real work for us is just getting started,” she said. “Our founder’s original vision 15 years ago, when she started the organization, was to create a place where people could live out their lives together and to see that we took a step to do that feels really, really amazing.”
Keeping dogs on a leash allows the owner or handler to break up any negative encounters with other animals or people and helps prevent dogs from roaming into unsafe areas.
Legislators hear concerns over open meetings law
Current standard lets lawmakers keep their discussions secret
BY SARA WILSON COLORADO NEWSLINE
Government transparency advocates expressed their frustration with recent changes made to Colorado’s open meetings law during a public hearing on Dec. 30, though there is no guarantee the law will get amended again. e Colorado General Assembly approved the change last March in an attempt to update the open meetings law for a world with email, cell phones and text messages, which did not exist when voters adopted the law in 1972. Sponsors and supporters also said the changes allow legislators to brainstorm and have informal conversations.
Critics, however, contend that the update allows for secret policy negotiations that fall outside of formal votes and committee hearings. is could deprive members of the public, they argue, of a meaningful view of how policies are formulated and instead allow public access only to formal votes without substantive discussion.
“As a watchdog, it’s important for the press to also have access to the work that you do — not just the public votes, but understanding how you reach your decisions. We’re concerned that (Senate Bill 24-157) weakens that ability and makes it easier for those discussions to happen in private,” Kevin Dale, the executive editor of Colorado Public Radio News, told legislative leaders on Monday.
ENGAGEMENT
meeting. Comments are limited to three minutes per person and can be made in person or online through WebEx. Meeting agendas are available the Friday before the meeting at www.douglas.co.us/board-county-commissioners/meetings/business-meeting-publichearings.
Douglas County School District
e Douglas County School Board approves an annual meeting schedule that can be found online at www.dcsdk12.org/about/ board-of-education. Meetings are typically held two Tuesdays per month, starting at 5 p.m. e board hears public comments during regular meetings, and does not have public comments at study session meetings, which are marked as such on the calendar. Meeting agendas are posted the Friday before the meeting at douglaspublic.ic-board.com. People wanting to speak during public comment must sign up online by noon the day of the meeting. Comments can be given in person or via Zoom. Commenters typically receive three minutes, though that can change depending on the number of people signed up to speak. Unlike most general comment periods with other organizations, the school board’s comment period allows speakers to comment on agenda items and items not on the agenda. For more information about the district’s public comment policy and procedure, go to www.dcsdk12.org/about/boardof-education/public-comment.
Castle Pines
e opportunity for public testimony before the end of 2024 was a requirement in the law.
e Legislative Council has the power to consider changes on an annual basis until 2026.
e original law de nes an open meeting, which requires a notice and ability for public observation, as a gathering between at least two lawmakers to discuss public business.
e update, which applies only to the General Assembly and not local public bodies such as city councils, rede nes public business as “introduced legislation” or “proposed legislation” prepared by the O ce of Legislative Legal Services and under discussion by a quorum of a committee and excludes “matters that are by nature interpersonal, administrative, or logistical or that concern personnel, planning, process, training, or operations.”
Previously, the law de ned public business as the formation of public policy.
at new de nition was the basis for the exclusion of reporters from Democratic caucus meetings over the summer that went over the possibility of a special summer session on property taxes. ere was no introduced legislation at the time of the caucus meetings.
“It was startling and disturbing to hear that journalists and the public were excluded from caucus meetings before the August special session on property taxes using the new denition of public business. Caucus members were given copies of the tax proposal during meetings, but leaders told the Colorado Sun there really wasn’t a policy conversation,” said Je Roberts, the executive director of the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition.
House Speaker Julie McCluskie, a Dillon
Democrat, said that the August meetings had substantial conversation about the campaigns for and against a pair of property tax measures that were on the November ballot. e risk of those measures was the impetus for the special session, but the campaigns were not identi ed as public business.
Since then, McCluskie said House Democrats started posting notices for meetings that could contain policy discussion even if there are not introduced bills involved.
Both Dale and Roberts, as well as Colorado Press Association CEO Tim Regan-Porter, want to see all caucus meetings subject to the open meeting law.
“Until such a change is made, we urge all caucuses to voluntarily adopt this standard as a matter of good faith and accountability,” Regan-Porter said.
It is possible that the Legislature will consider bills next session to address the open meeting issue.
“I do believe that we need to continue to move forward in guring out how to — openly, before the people — craft the best policy possible,” Senate Minority Leader Paul Lundeen, a Monument Republican, said. Lundeen voted against the bill this year. “We need to nd out how to do the public’s business in front of the public in a way that still preserves the fact that creating legislation is very relational.”
e General Assembly reconvened on Jan. 8. is story is from Colorado Newsline. Used by permission. For more, and to support the news organization, visit coloradonewsline. com.
Castle Pines City Council has regular meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month starting at 6:30 p.m. Regular meetings include time for general public comment and comments for quasi-judicial hearings. Comments are limited to three minutes per person and can be made in person, virtually or
by phone. Meeting agendas, public comment sign up and more information about public comment are available at www.castlepinesco.gov/city-services/city-departments/cityclerk/city-council-meetings.
Castle Rock
Castle Rock Town Council holds meetings the rst and third Tuesdays of the month starting at 6 p.m. Agendas are made available the Friday before the meeting at www. crgov.com/2841/Council-Agendas. Council meetings include time for public comments on items not on the agenda and for items on the agenda marked as discussion or public hearing. Interested commenters must attend the council meeting in person and sign up for public comment at the meeting. For items not on the agenda, speakers get three minutes with the total comment period limited to 30 minutes. If there are more speakers than the 30 minutes allow, the council can continue hearing public comments at the end of the
meeting. ose who speak on items on the agenda get four minutes. For more information, go to www.crgov.com/2267/Meetings.
Highlands Ranch Metro District
e Highlands Ranch Metro District Board of Directors, which governs the district’s infrastructure amenities like roads and stormwater drainage, o ers public comment at both study sessions and regular meetings. Study sessions are on the second to last Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. and regular meetings are on the last Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. Both meetings have public comment periods at the beginning and end of the agendas, allowing for in person and virtual comments. Comments are limited to three minutes per person. Agendas are available before the meetings at www. highlandsranch.org/government/board-ofdirectors/agendas-minutes.
Lone Tree
Lone Tree City Council has regular meetings the rst and third Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m., following the council’s study session, which starts at 4:30 p.m. Meeting agendas are released the Friday before the meeting at cityo onetree.com/city-council. Regular meetings include time for general public comments and comments for public hearings. Comments must be made in person and are limited to three minutes.
Parker
Parker Town Council meetings are the rst and third Mondays of the month at 7 p.m. Agendas are available the day of the meeting at parkerco.portal.civicclerk.com. Council meetings include a 30-minute period for general public comment. Speakers are asked to sign up for comments starting 30 minutes before the meeting starts. Comments are limited to three minutes per person. If there are more speakers than the 30 minutes allow, the council can continue hearing public comments at the end of the meeting. e town also o ers an electronic comment form at parkerco.gov/ CouncilPublicComment.
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A positive outlook for the new year
It’s no secret that the world has seen its fair share of chaos and confusion in recent times. With constant upheaval, many of us have become conditioned to approach life with a sense of cynicism, keeping our guard up as a natural self-defense mechanism.
It’s an understandable response when life throws curveballs, it’s easier to expect the worst and shield ourselves from disappointment.
But what if we chose a di erent approach?
Imagine if, instead of defaulting to skepticism or negativity, we intentionally shifted our initial reactions to focus on the positive. What if we looked for potential and opportunity rather than questioning, challenging, or seeking out aws? is isn’t about ignoring reality or pretending problems don’t exist. It’s about approaching life with trust, abundance, and optimism.
The glass is always refillable
We’ve all heard the debate: Is the glass half full or half empty? Some argue that it’s neither, it’s simply re llable. is perspective is powerful because it reminds us that our outlook isn’t static. We can choose how we see the world and, more importantly, how we respond to it.
Choosing to see the glass as re llable requires vulnerability. It asks us to trust again, even when past experiences have left us burned. It means embracing a mindset of abundance, where we believe that goodness and opportunity are not nite resources but are available to us if we’re willing to look for them.
From scarcity to opportunity
e shift from negativity to positivity starts with reframing how we perceive change and challenges. Too often, new products, services, or initiatives are met with harsh criticism, not because they lack merit but because the people evaluating them have experienced change fatigue. e skepticism isn’t rooted in the o ering itself but in an emotional exhaustion from adapting to constant ux.
But what if we approached these situations di erently? What if, instead of immediately looking for what’s wrong, we asked, “What’s possible?” is shift in perspective opens the door to creativity, collaboration, and innovation. It helps us see potential solutions rather than dwelling on the problems.
The courage to be vulnerable
Changing our outlook requires courage. Positivity is not about naivete, it’s about being brave enough to hope, trust, and believe in the possibility of good outcomes. It means lowering our defenses and embracing the idea that not every change or new idea will hurt us. is vulnerability doesn’t make us weak; it makes us resilient. When we choose to trust, we free ourselves from the fear and scarcity that cloud our judgment and limit our potential. Positivity doesn’t guarantee success but fosters the environment needed to grow, learn, and thrive.
A resolution for the new year
As we enter this new year, let’s set a simple yet powerful goal: to adopt a positive outlook. is isn’t about pretending everything is perfect; it’s about choosing to see the good, even in imperfect circumstances. Here are a few ways to start:
Pause before reacting: When faced with change or challenges, take a moment to look for the potential before responding. Ask yourself, “What’s the opportunity here?”
Celebrate wins, big and small: Acknowledge progress, even if it’s incremental. Positivity grows when we focus on achievements rather than shortcomings.
Practice gratitude: Regularly re ect on what you’re thankful for. Gratitude shifts our focus away from scarcity and toward abundance. Encourage others: Be a voice of support for those around you. Positivity is contagious, and encouraging others helps create a culture of optimism.
Finding the good in the world
Choosing positivity doesn’t mean ignoring the bad; it means not letting it de ne us. It’s about recognizing the goodness, opportunities, and potential that coexist with the challenges. Focusing on the good makes us more likely to nd solutions, build stronger connections, and live a more ful lling life.
As you enter this new year, challenge yourself to see the glass not as half empty or half full but as endlessly re llable. Look for the good, embrace opportunities, and trust in the possibility of positive outcomes. I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com and when we live a life viewed through the lens of positivity, it is a life lled with potential, a resolution worth keeping, and one that will make it a betterthan-good life.
Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.
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What brightens you?
Igrew up in a family where stories were a nightly part of our meals. My father, a great storyteller, came from a family of nine, seven boys and two girls. His baseball team-sized family gave him a huge volume of tales to share on seemingly endless topics. While my father told many stories around the dinner table, there were moments when the storytelling would come from my mom. Mom had tales of her father’s work as a traveling salesperson, her time in high school and many “neighborhood” stories. When Mom told us her favorite story, her face would light up and she would talk about dancing. In that story, she did not spend much time talking about speci c performances, her attempts to make every child born into the extended family a dancer, or even her time learning from and eventually teaching for Colorado Ballet founders Lillian Covillo and Freidann Parker. What she talked about was her love of motion. She would explain that as a teenager her favorite game was to walk quickly through a crowd of people without touching any of them but coming within a few inches of every person she passed. She would describe feeling the air as she passed individuals, appreciating the uidity of her motion and the fact that so many people were gathered, allowing her to play her game.
I loved the story partly for the vision it created of Mom as a teenager, but more for the absolute passion you could feel in the words she shared. When she told this story, you gained an insight into the way she viewed the world. You under-
stood that she saw things di erently than others. at the daily mundane physical tasks most people muddled through were, in her mind, a dance; a beautiful dance to be appreciated. e joy in Mom’s face is still fresh in my mind even though it has been more than 35 years since I last heard her share the story. is memory will never fade for me.
We all need things in our lives that ll us with such joy that it is re ected on our faces whether we are engaging in the activity or telling the story of it. We need things that color our vision, helping us to see the beauty that surrounds us. Take time this week to think about the things that are so exciting to you that they light your face when you mention them.
During struggles, unmitigated joy is a tonic that will help each one of us.
If you would be willing to share, I would love to know what creates joy for you, I can be contacted at jim.roome@gmail.com .
As always, I hope that you will nd inspiration in my words and share those words of encouragement with those who need it. ank you to all who have shared stories with me so far, I love hearing from you as you nd helpful morsels in these columns and nd ways to encourage those around you.
Jim Roome lives in Arvada with his wife Beth. He spent 34 years in public education. Lessons learned from the one two punch of being diagnosed with MS shortly before his best friend was diagnosed with terminal cancer led him into a new pursuit as a freelance writer and speaker. He uses his life experiences and love of stories to inspire, educate and encourage local, national and international audiences.
Looking back and forward in Castle Rock
There is much to celebrate in the Town of Castle Rock as we reect on the accomplishments achieved in 2024 and look forward to continued progress and success in 2025.
e town’s key projects and core services are guided by our community priorities: conservatively managing town nances, ensuring outstanding public safety, securing our water future, maintaining strong parks and recreation, enhancing our roads, preserving our community character and supporting economic development.
Some of our 2024 achievements include:
• Began construction on the Crystal Valley interchange, which when nished will signi cantly improve transportation throughout town and beyond
• Completed improvements to the “Four Corners” intersection where Founders Parkway, State Highway 86, Fifth Street and Ridge Road meet
• Purchased Lost Canyon Ranch Open Space. At 681 acres, it is the community’s largest public conservation area. Its natural and cultural resources will be preserved while the community enjoys outdoor opportunities in perpetuity
• Opened the new Emerald Park and renovated Mitchell Gulch Park
• Made progress on long-term water partnerships, including the Chat eld Pump Back project and the Platte Valley Water Partnership, and re ned ColoradoScape regulations for continued conservation
• Added three police positions and three re positions and replaced both departments’ radios
• Renovated Cantril School to add restrooms, an ADA lift and a check-in area to better accommodate arts and enrichment programs now o ered at the location
• Provided economic assistance to e Meadowmark and Unity on Park attainable housing developments, which opened in 2024
In support of our community’s priorities, some of our 2025 goals include:
• Install new tra c signals at Crowfoot
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Riders asked for thoughts on Title VI program changes
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Valley Road and Sapphire Pointe Boulevard, and Prairie Hawk Drive and Low Meadow Boulevard; and begin construction on the widening of both Crowfoot Valley Road and Fifth Street (phase one of two)
• Refresh and repair streets in central Castle Rock as part of the annual Pavement Maintenance Program
• Complete the master plan for Lost Canyon Ranch Open Space and provide initial opportunities for public access; complete renovations at Centennial Park; and, pending Town Council approval, begin construction of a new sports development center for the community
• Continue to work to double the capacity of the Plum Creek Water Puri cation Facility and construct new reservoirs north of Sedalia (multiyear projects)
• Add 11 new police positions and 10 new re positions, including a fourth ambulance, and begin construction on Fire Station 156 in northeastern Castle Rock
More information on the town’s 2024 accomplishments and progress toward 2025 goals can be found at CRgov.com/ MajorProjects.
Castle Rock continues to earn recognition as a great place to live. is past year, the town was rated the best small city in Colorado by WalletHub and the 10th best city in America for quality of life by LawnStarter. Additional accolades can be found at CRgov.com/Recognition.
In 2025 and beyond, Town Council and town sta are committed to maintaining the exceptional level of service that de nes our community while preserving the outstanding quality of life for which we’re known.
is guest column was written by David L. Corliss, the town manager of Castle Rock.
RTD seeks equal access comments
e Low-Income De nition, which would rede ne low-income populations as those whose household incomes are at or below 200% of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services poverty guidelines.
e Regional Transportation District is asking the public to comment on the agency’s update of its Title VI program, which is a federal law that ensures riders equal access to transit services including buses and commuter trains.
RTD is accepting community feedback about the proposed updates through Jan. 31.
RTD’s Transit Equity O ce updates its Title VI Program every three years and is seeking feedback on proposed updates to three key policies, according to a RTD news release:
e Major Service Change Policy, which would rede ne both “adverse e ect” and what constitutes a major service change.
e Fare Equity Policy, which would clarify what constitutes a fare change and when a fare equity analysis would be required in accordance with the FTA. Community members can provide feedback on the proposed changes on RTD’s Title VI Program page (recommended) or by sending an email to transitequity@rtd-denver.com with “Proposed Title VI Policy Changes” in the subject line.
RTD’s current Title VI program started in 2022 and runs through mid-2025. e agency’s updated program will be in effect from mid-2025 to 2028. e public is encouraged to visit the Program page to learn more about the proposed updates and contribute feedback through the end of January.
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new kind of social scene is quietly brewing in the Denver metro area, one that’s less about the buzz of alcohol and more about the calm of connection. Across the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, kava bars are emerging as popular alternatives to traditional bar scenes.
O ering a range of holistic, non-alcoholic beverages, calming atmospheres and a focus on plant-based medicinal drinks, these venues are rede ning what it means to “go out” in Denver’s metro area.
Once a niche concept relegated to tropical destinations like south Florida, where they are widely popular, kava bars are now nding their place in Colorado’s social landscape.
Rooted in the ancient South Paci c tradition of drinking kava for relaxation and social bonding, these bars have become gathering spaces for those seeking refuge from alcohol-infused spaces.
Central to this experience is the tradition of saying
“Bula” before drinking kava. Derived from Fijian culture, “Bula” is more than just a toast. It’s a wish for good health, happiness and a long life.
Many kava bars also o er wellness-centric community spaces, often featuring activities like yoga, meditation sessions and social events, link bingo or trivia, providing new ways for people to connect without the haze of alcohol.
e appeal of alcohol-free spaces is clear. As health consciousness grows, particularly among millennials and Gen Z, so does the demand for spaces that promote relaxation, self-care and authentic connection.
For some, it’s about living a “sober curious” lifestyle; for others, it’s a preference for experiences that prioritize well-being over intoxication. Whatever the reason, the rise of these venues signals a shift in the social habits of Denver area residents, o ering fresh options for those looking to unwind without the side e ects of a hangover.
The Karma House — Lakewood’s spiritual hub
Just past the entrance of the Karma House in Lake-
wood sits several cozy couches ahead of a long bar busy with patrons sipping kava, herbal teas or plantbased beverages like kratom or other adaptogenic drinks believed to help the body resist stress. e space is warm, friendly and packed with the sounds of social chatter, even in the middle of the afternoon.
With a “zero tolerance” policy for alcohol and illegal substances, e Karma House identi es as a welcoming alcohol-free space vs. a sober bar. is distinction re ects its focus on o ering natural, mood-altering beverages like kava and kratom, which, according to research, promote relaxation, focus and pain relief.
“It’s de nitely not a sober bar,” said Deonna Lupola, who is one of the Karma House’s three owners, adding that their goal is to maintain a safe, transparent space for patrons seeking a calm, mindful, alcohol-free experience.
“A lot of people that come here are in recovery. ey’re looking for an alternative place to hang out and get the bar atmosphere without the booze,” she said.
Kava is a plant-based drink made from the roots of the Piper methysticum plant, which is native to the South Pacific islands. SHUTTERSTOCK
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“I’ve been coming here since 2021, and it’s become a vital part of my support system,” said Tanner O’Leary, a frequent patron who is six years sober. “ e community here is like no other. Everyone’s looking out for each other. It’s a place where I’ve found real connections and friendships.”
Operating as a nonpro t, Lupola said the Karma House uses revenue from its beverage sales to support community events, wellness programming and fundraising initiatives. It hosts daily activities like yoga, Reiki and cultural workshops.
Lupola said the owners also prioritize harm reduction and education, o ering patrons guidance on the safe use of plant-based substances. Its “Harm Reduction Hive” teaches customers how to identify and navigate risky situations, empowering them to make informed choices.
Patrons can also attend “Self-Care Sundays” and
TOP PHOTO: Patrons at That’s Kava in Englewood enjoy a relaxed hangout where they can socialize, work or play games.
BOTTOM: “Bula” (pronounced boo-lah) is a Fijian word meaning “life” or “to live” and is often used as a toast, similar to “cheers” in Western cultures. PHOTOS BY SUZIE
other wellness events o ering practical tools for daily life.
“ e idea is that you have the best tools to succeed each and every day, no matter what obstacles come your way,” Lupola said.
That’s Kava — Englewood’s plant-based social scene
e atmosphere at at’s Kava in Englewood reects its open-minded philosophy. With a tropical motif re ective of kava bars popular in Florida, its brightly painted walls invoke a party vibe meant to welcome people who might initially come in looking for a “regular bar” experience but are curious enough to stay.
Owner Ryan Gieski is quick to state that his place isn’t as recovery-focused as others.
“I don’t care what you do on the weekends, as long as you’re chill when you walk in,” Gieski said. is philosophy ensures that everyone, from those in recovery to those just seeking a new experience, feels at ease in the space.
at’s Kava is designed to be a true social space, not just a beverage counter. As one visitor explained,
“ is place feels like a social hangout. You might see bingo or trivia once a week, but most nights, it’s just a space to chill, work on a laptop or have a conversation.”
Gieski’s place emphasizes conscious consumption, focusing on education and transparency. Sta are well-versed in the properties of kava, kratom and other botanicals, and they actively educate customers on how to make informed decisions.
New patrons are often walked through the di erent types of beverages and their e ects.
“I’m big on education,” Gieski said. “Our bartenders go through days of training to ensure they understand the products they’re serving and how to best help serve our customers.”
e beverage menu is larger than most, featuring not just traditional kava and kratom but also teas and kratom alternatives like velvet bean. Gieski believes the range of o erings showcases the di erent properties of each drink while accommodating diverse preferences.
He is proud that customers can try unique blends incorporating natural spices like turmeric, ginger and black pepper for added health bene ts and improved taste. Gieski also regularly tests his products to ensure they’re free from contamination.
“We tested all commercially available kava in the market and 78% of it came back contaminated,” he said. As a result, he continues to test all of the products he buys and urges consumers to buy from only reputable sources.
at’s Kava isn’t a nonpro t, but Gieski said he doesn’t take a paycheck, and customers regularly raise money for friends and community members in need.
Why are kava bars becoming the new social haven?
Gieski and Lupola believe their establishments o er a sense of community and connection that can be hard to nd in traditional bars.
When Lupola quit drinking, she discovered how much she disliked being around people who were. “ en I found Kava bars,” she said. “And I stopped wanting to go out and party. It was a natural transition.”
Gieski said while there are around seven or eight kava bars in the Denver area, he expects that number to grow exponentially in the coming years.
What’s driving this shift? According to a 2022 report by the Food Institute, the rise of non-alcoholic alternatives re ects broader social trends around reducing alcohol intake and cites improving mental health as the main reason adults are limiting their consumption.
With their focus on mindful consumption and meaningful interactions, kava bars o er a clear solution for those wanting to socialize without the booze.
e market shows no sign of slowing down, either. e global demand for kava root extract is expected to grow from $1.4 billion in 2023 to $4.6 billion by 2031, according to market research. Analysts attribute part of the increased interest to a greater concentration on mental health and wellbeing.
So, whether you’re raising a cup of kava, served in a traditional coconut shell, with old friends or sharing stories with new ones, many say there’s no better way to end the night than with a communal wish for well-being.
Bula!
What is Kava?
Kava is a plant-based drink made from the roots of the Piper methysticum plant, which is native to the South Paci c islands. Traditionally consumed in ceremonial and social gatherings, kava holds signi cant cultural importance in places like Fiji, Vanuatu and Tonga. e drink has a long history of being used to promote relaxation, ease anxiety and foster social bonding.
e active compounds in kava, known as kavalactones, are responsible for its calming e ects. Unlike alcohol, which impairs cognitive function, kava induces a state of relaxation and mental clarity without a ecting alertness. is unique e ect makes it an appealing choice for those seeking a mindful way to relax or socialize. Kava is legal in Colorado and is not classi ed as a controlled substance at the federal or state level, but you must be 21 or older to consume it.
Kava doesn’t come without risks. According to the Cleveland Clinic, kava works similarly to alcohol and some anxiety and Parkinson’s medications, and it can be dangerous to combine them. Some components of kava are also known to be toxic to the liver.
Talk to a healthcare provider before trying kava or any other plant-based medicinal drink.
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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
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Date of Deed of Trust
NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Unit One Hundred Eight (2-108), Condominium Building Two (2) and Garage 2-H in Building Two (2), The Trails at Westcreek Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map of The Trails at Westcreek Condominiums - Building 2, recorded February 23, 2021, at Reception No. 2021023206, in the records of the office of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, and as defined and described in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of The Trails at Westcreek Condominiums, recorded on March 12, 2020 at Reception No. 2020018177 in said records.
Purported common address: 9287 Twenty Mile Road #108, 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, 02/12/2025, 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
August 20, 2020 County of Recording Douglas
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2020078551
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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.
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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 Lot 1, Sellers Landing; thence North 37 degrees 38 minutes 15 seconds West along said West right of way line and along 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
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.
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
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 the indebtedness is:
Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553
BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000010282960
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.
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)
Krista K. Langton
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERs") as nominee for Citywide Home Loans, a Utah Corporation, Its Successors and Assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
NewRez LLC
d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Date of Deed of Trust
January 31, 2018
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
February 01, 2018
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2018006501
Original Principal Amount
$210,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$226,625.58
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as 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 51, BLOCK 4, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 53-A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 9545 Joyce Lane, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room,
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-24-996464-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.
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
PUBLIC NOTICES
Tinney
1/16/2025
of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - CORRECTEDPUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-109(1)(b)
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2024-0155
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 5, 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) Hayes and Bigbee, LLC
Original Beneficiary(ies)
First Financial Bank
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
First Financial Bank
Date of Deed of Trust
May 08, 2020
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
February 23, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2021022484
Original Principal Amount
$617,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$471,957.29
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 payments when due to First Financial Bank pursuant to the terms of the Loans
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
A tract located in the SE1/4NW1/4 Section 15, Township 6 South, Range 66 West of the 6th P.M., aka most of Lot 2, F & K Subdivision, more or less, more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 15; Thence Easterly along the North line of said Section 15, a distance of 785.00 feet to a point of intersection with the Easterly Right of Way line of a County Road;
Thence on an angle to the right of 85°58’00” and along said Easterly right of Way line a distance of 1,643.28 feet; Thence on an angle to the left of 90°00’00” a distance of 799.22 feet to a point, said point being 358.5 feet West of the Westerly Right of Way line of Colorado State Highway 83, and 358.5 feet being measured at right angles thereto;
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)'
Thence on an angle to the right of 87° 15’03” and along a line parallel to said Westerly Right of Way line, a distance of 256.13 feet to the True Point of Beginning; Thence on an angle to the left of 90°00'00", a distance of 358.50 feet to a point on said Westerly Right of Way line;
Thence on an angle to the right of 90°00’ 00" and along said Right of Way line a distance of 135.66 feet;
Thence on an angle to the right of 90°00’ 00" a distance of 358.50 feet; Thence on an angle to the right of 90°00'00” and along a line parallel to the said Westerly Right of Way line a distance of 135.66 feet to the True Point of Beginning; County of Douglas, State of Colorado For Information Only:
Per Assessor records, also known as Lot 1, Parker Animal Hospital 1, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 10225 S PARKER RD, 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.
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado
By: Holly Ryan, Chief Deputy Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
NICHOLAS A. BUDA #55727
BAIRD HOLM, LLP
1700 FARNMA ST, SUITE 1500, OMAHA, NE 68102 (402) 636-8330
Attorney File # 6464915.1
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.
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
Last Publication: 1/30/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240191
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) David Aguilera Maximiliano AND David Aguilera Rojas
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE, LLC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY
Date of Deed of Trust
September 01, 2022
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
September 08, 2022
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022059871
Original Principal Amount
$554,766.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$542,563.03
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 13, BLOCK 1, MEAD'S CROSSING
AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 11293 Latigo Ln, Parker, CO 80138.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 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, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 24-031652
SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN FINANCING CORPORATION
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING
Date of Deed of Trust
August 19, 2022
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
August 23, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022056890
Original Principal Amount
$378,026.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $368,983.81
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.
BUILDING 26, UNIT 202, CANYON RANCH CONDOMINIUMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE DECLARATION FOR CANYON RANCH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., RECORDED ON DECEMBER 19,1995 IN BOOK 1307 AT PAGE 260, ANNEXATION RECORDED SEPTEMBER 25, 1996 IN BOOK 1372 AT PAGE 1048 AND THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED ON DECEMBER 19, 1995 AS RECEPTION NO. 9560424 IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, COLORADO.
Purported common address: 8415 PEBBLE CREEK WAY #202, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 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 # 00000010273183
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.
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
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/23/2025, the date to which the sale has been continued pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-109(1)(b) via remote, web-based 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/
Corrected First Publication: 12/26/2024
Corrected Last Publication: 1/23/2025
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: 12/12/2024
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.
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)
JESSICA HEFLIN
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 240194
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)
PUBLIC NOTICES
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.
COMBINED NOTICE - CORRECTEDPUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(1)(b) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2024-0158
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 5, 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)
Hayes and Bigbee, LLC
Original Beneficiary(ies)
First Financial Bank
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
First Financial Bank
Date of Deed of Trust
March 30, 2021 County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 01, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2021043385
Original Principal Amount
$1,334,900.00 Outstanding Principal Balance
$1,272,622.63
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 payments when due to First Financial Bank pursuant to the terms of the Loans.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
A tract located in the SE1/4NW1/4 Section 15, Township 6 South, Range 66 West of the 6th P.M., aka most of Lot 2, F & K Subdivision, more or less, more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section 15; Thence Easterly along the North line of said Section 15, a distance of 785.00 feet to a point of intersection with the Easterly Right of Way line of a County Road; Thence on an angle to the right of 85°58'00" and along said Easterly right of Way line a distance of 1,643.58 feet; Thence on an angle to the left of 90°00’00” a distance of 799.22 feet to a point, said point being 358.5 feet West of the Westerly Right of Way line of Colorado State Highway 83, and 358.5 feet being measured at right angles thereto; Thence on an angle to the right of 87°15’03" and along a line parallel to said Westerly Right of Way line, a distance of 256.13 feet to the True Point of Beginning; Thence on an angle to the left of 90°00’00”, a distance of 358.50 feet to a point on said Westerly Right of Way line; Thence on an angle to the right of 90°00’ 00” and along said Right of Way line a distance of 135.66 feet; Thence on an angle to the right of 90°00’00” a distance of 358.50 feet; Thence on an angle to the right of 90°00'00" and along a line parallel to the said Westerly Right of Way line a distance of 135.66 feet to the True Point of Beginning; County of Douglas, State of Colorado For Information Only: Per Assessor records, also known as Lot 1, Parker Animal Hospital 1, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 10225 S. Parker Road,
ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY
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, 07/23/2025, the date to which the sale has been continued pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-109(1)(b) via remote, web-based 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/
Corrected First Publication: 12/26/2024
Corrected Last Publication: 1/23/2025
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: 12/12/2024
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado
By: Holly Ryan, Chief Deputy Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
NICHOLAS A. BUDA #55727
BAIRD HOLM, LLP
1700 FARNMA ST, SUITE 1500, OMAHA, NE 68102 (402) 636-8330
Attorney File # 6472688.2
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.
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)
Curt J. Wood
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Date of Deed of Trust
May 11, 2012
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
May 11, 2012
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2012034668
Original Principal Amount
$313,837.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$242,635.04
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:
Borrowers failure to make timely payments as reqquired under the evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 24, BLOCK 7, RED HAWK FILING NO. 1, 1ST AMENDMENT A REPLAT OF LOTS 1-18, BLOCK 5, LOTS 11-39, BLOCK 7, TRACT F, TRACT J, AND TRACT 0 COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. PARCEL ID NUMBER: 250503202033
Purported common address: 1921 Fringe Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/26/2025, at Douglas County PS Miller Bldg. Hearing Room,
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:
Alison L Berry #34531
Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 22-028203
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.
Notice of a Public Hearing Before the Castle Rock Town Council on the proposed Brickyard Urban Renewal Plan.
Pursuant to Section 31-25-107(3) C.R.S., notice is given that the Castle Rock Town Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 6:00 pm at the Town of Castle Rock Council Chambers, 100 North Wilcox, Castle Rock, CO 80104 for the purpose of considering the approval of the Brickyard Urban Renewal Plan (the “Plan”) pursuant to the provisions of the Colorado Urban Renewal Law.
The boundaries of the proposed Brickyard Urban Renewal Area (the “Area”), consisting of approximately 31.2 acres, are legally described as follows:
PARCEL 1: LOT 1, CITADEL STATION FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
PARCEL 2: LOT 1 BLOCK 10, CITADEL STATION, FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
PARCEL 3: A TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN SECTIONS 10 AND 11, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 67 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT THE EAST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 10; THENCE WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 10 A DISTANCE OF 329.60 FEET; THENCE NORTH AT RIGHT ANGLES A DISTANCE OF 704.21 FEET; THENCE ON AN ANGLE TO THE RIGHT OF 88 DEGREES 03 MINUTES 33 SECONDS A DISTANCE OF 597.47 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF THE VACATED SANTA FE ADDITION; THENCE SOUTHERLY ON AN ANGLE TO THE RIGHT OF 90 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS ALONG SAID WEST LINE A DISTANCE OF 726.00 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 11; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
PARCEL 4: LOT 1, BLOCK 7, CITADEL STATION, FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
The Area is presently addressed as 401 Prairie Hawk Drive and is generally located at the northwest corner of Interstate 25 and Plum Creek Parkway.
Any resident, taxpayer, or other interested person may appear at the public hearing and provide testimony or other evidence regarding the proposed Plan.
The purpose of the Plan is to reduce and remove blighting conditions adversely impacting the Area in an effort to further economic growth locally and regionally, facilitate the orderly development of the community, and advance the objectives of the Town of Castle Rock 2030 Vision and Comprehensive Master Plan. The Plan allows for the use of incremental property and sales tax revenues to finance, install, construct, reconstruct and cooperate with others to complete capital improvements to public infrastructure as allowed under the Colorado Urban Renewal Law.
Copies of the Area Conditions Survey and the Plan are available for inspection at the Castle Rock Development Services Department,
located in Town Hall at 100 N. Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, 80104, during regular business hours.
Prepared By: Tara Vargish Director of Development Services
Legal Notice No. DC 9527
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 9, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Metropolitan Districts
Public Notice
NOTICE OF VACANCY
PURSUANT to Section 32-1-808(2)(a)(I),
C.R.S., notice is hereby given that vacancies exist on the Boards of Directors of Horseshoe Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1 & 3. Any eligible elector of the District(s) who is interested in appointment to the Board(s) may contact David O’Leary via e-mail: clinney@spencerfane.com. The Boards of the Districts may fill said vacancy 10 days after the date hereof.
By: David O’Leary, counsel for the Districts
Legal Notice No. DC 9524
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 9, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE OF VACANCY
PURSUANT to Section 32-1-808(2)(a)(I),
C.R.S., notice is hereby given that a vacancy exists on the Board of Directors of Village on the Green Metropolitan District No. 1. Any eligible elector of the District who is interested in appointment to the Board may contact David O’Leary via e-mail: doleary@spencerfane. com. The Board of the District may fill said vacancy 10 days after the date hereof.
Legal Notice No. DC 9523
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 9, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Bids and Settlements
Public Notice
SECTION 0650 NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., that at the close of business (4:00 p.m.) on the 27th day of January, 2025, final settlement will be made by Denver Southeast Suburban Water and Sanitation District, a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado, (the “District”), with SMH West, LLC (the “Contractor”), for and on account of the contract for the construction of the Pipeline Replacement – Irish Pat Murphy Dr. Project (the “Work”), subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said Work by the District.
ANY PERSON, AS DEFINED IN SECTION 2-4-401(8), C.R.S., THAT HAS FURNISHED LABOR, MATERIALS, SUSTENANCE, OR OTHER SUPPLIES USED OR CONSUMED BY A CONTRACTOR OR HIS OR HER SUBCONTRACTOR IN OR ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK CONTRACTED TO BE DONE OR THAT SUPPLIED LABORERS, RENTAL MACHINERY, TOOLS, OR EQUIPMENT TO THE EXTENT USED IN THE PROSECUTION OF THE WORK WHOSE CLAIM THEREFOR HAS NOT BEEN PAID BY THE CONTRACTOR OR THE SUBCONTRACTOR MAY, AT ANY TIME UP TO AND INCLUDING THE TIME OF FINAL SETTLEMENT FOR THE WORK CONTRACTED TO BE DONE, FILE WITH THE DISTRICT’S BOARD A VERIFIED STATEMENT OF THE AMOUNT DUE AND UNPAID ON ACCOUNT OF THE CLAIM.
All verified statements shall be filed: (i) by hand-delivery to the District Manager at 5242 Old Schoolhouse Road, Parker, Colorado 80134, or (ii) mailed to Denver Southeast Suburban Water and Sanitation District, Attn.: District Manager, 5242 Old Schoolhouse Road, Parker, Colorado 80134. Such verified statements must be received by the District prior to the time of final settlement. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement within the time frame provided for herein will release Denver Southeast Suburban Water and Sanitation District, its officers, directors, managers, agents and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim and for making payment to the Contractor or any of its subcontractors.
DENVER SOUTHEAST SUBURBAN WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT, D/B/A PINERY WATER AND WASTEWATER DISTRICT
By: /s/ Walter Partridge Walter Partridge, President Legal Notice No. DC 9543
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025 Published in: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT/FINAL SETTLEMENT STERLING RANCH COMMUNITY AUTHORITY BOARD
Notice is hereby given that at 10:00 a.m. on January 20, 2025, the STERLING RANCH COMMUNITY AUTHORITY BOARD, shall make final payment and settlement to
PUBLIC NOTICES
been paid by the contractor or the subcontractor may, at any lime and up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of the claim.
All such claims shall be filed with the Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board,
Tree of Douglas County, Colorado will make final payment at the offices of City of Lone Tree at or after four-o’clock (4:00) p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, to Chavez Construction Inc ., for all work done by said CONTRACTOR for the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Project. The scope of work provided for the removal and replacement of approximately 229 square yards of concrete pavement removal and 95,000 square yards of milling and paving of approximately 9600 tons of asphalt on various streets in the City of Lone Tree. All of said construction being within or near the boundaries of the City of Lone Tree, in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such CONTRACTOR or his Subcontractor(s), in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim, therefore, has not been paid by the CONTRACTOR or his Subcontractor(s) at any time, up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City of Lone Tree, 9220 Kimmer Drive, Colorado 80124 at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release said City of Lone Tree, its City Council Members, officers, agents, consultants, and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim.
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF LONE TREE, COLORADO
By: Justin Schmitz, Director
of Public Works & Mobility
Legal Notice No. DC 9536
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Separate sealed bids for the Lincoln Avenue and Jordan Road Widening (CIP 22-020-CI) as described in the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, will be received by electronic bid through Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System until 2:00 p.m. local time, February 6, 2025 and then publicly opened and read aloud via an online Zoom conference. The Zoom conference information will be added to BidNet Direct via a Communication prior to the bid date.
Electronic construction plans, specifications and forms for preparing bids may be obtained on Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System on or after 9:00 a.m. on January 9, 2025.
All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Bond in an amount of at least five percent (5%) of the Bid. The vendors can upload their bid bond when responding online. The bond will be retained by the Town as liquidated damages if the successful bidder refuses or fails to enter into a Contract and Performance, Payment and Maintenance bond in accordance with his bid when notified of the award.
The Town shall issue a written addendum if substantial changes which impact the technical submission of Bids are required. Addenda will be posted on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System. Plan Holders are responsible for either revisiting website prior to the due date to ensure that they have any addenda which may have been issued after the initial download.
The Plan Holder shall certify its acknowledgment of the addendum by signing the addendum and returning it with its Bid. In the event of conflict with the original contract documents, addenda shall govern all other contract documents to the extent specified. Subsequent addenda shall govern over prior addenda only to the extent specified.
MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING: January 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in person at Parker Town Hall – Pikes Peak Conference Room
The extent of the work is approximately as follows:
The project involves the construction of approximately 8,500 feet of roadway widening on Lincoln Avenue from Keystone Blvd. to Parker Rd., along with an additional 1,000 feet of widening on Jordan Rd. from Rockbrook Blvd. to Lincoln Ave. As part of the roadway improvements, the work includes, but not limited to, the widening of two 500-foot long, 5-span bridges; two 125-foot long, 2-span bridges; and one 105-foot long, 2-span bridge. Approximately 8,500 tons of hot mix asphalt and 4,000 square yards of 9-inch concrete pavement will be used, along with the construction of thirteen landscape walls. The storm sewer drainage system will be upgraded, which includes installing culverts, drainage swales, water quality ponds, and associated inlets and manholes. The project also involves the reconstruction/ modification of 6 traffic signals, installation and relocation of waterlines, and significant earthwork. Additional work includes the placement of aggregate base course, concrete flatwork (such as sidewalks and curbs), as well as the installation of signage, pavement markings, and traffic control measures. Finally, seeding, mulching, sodding, landscaping, and irrigation will be completed prior to project completion.
Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after the time fixed for closing them. The Owner reserves the right to waive irregularities, to waive technical defects accordingly as the best interest of the Town may be served, may reject any and all bids, and shall award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder as determined by the Owner.
All bidders questions and inquires shall be directed to the Town of Parker’s Project Manager, Patrick Burke, PE at 303-805-3180 / pburke@parkerco.gov.
Tom Williams, PE, Engineering/Public Works Director
This Notice to Bidders is not valid without the above signature.
NOTICE TO NONRESIDENT BIDDERS
The purpose of this notice is to comply with C.R.S. § 8-19-104(3). If a nonresident bidder is from a state that provides a bidding preference to bidders from that state, then a comparable percentage disadvantage will be applied to the bid of that nonresident bidder. Nonresident bidders may obtain additional information from the Web site for the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.
Legal Notice No. DC 9547
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 9, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT/FINAL SETTLEMENT STERLING RANCH COM-
MUNITY AUTHORITY BOARD
Notice is hereby given that at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 20, 2025, the STERLING RANCH COMMUNITY AUTHORITY BOARD shall make final payment and settlement to the following contractors in connection with all services rendered, materials furnished and for all labor performed in and for the referenced project:
1. Environmental Landworks Company, Inc., in the amount of $34,280.12, pursuant to the contract dated December 19, 2024, for work performed in Sterling Ranch Filing No. 5A for Landscaping.
Any person, individual, corporation, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust estate, trust, limited liability company, partnership, association or other legal entity that has furnished labor, materials, sustenance, or other supplies used or consumed by a contractor or his or her subcontractor in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies laborers, rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractor or the subcontractor may, at any lime and up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted ID be done, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of the claim.
All such claims shall be filed with the Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board, Attn: Accounting, 9350 Roxborough Park Road, Sterling Ranch, CO 80125 on or before the above-mentioned dale and time of final settlement.
Failure on the part of a claimant to timely file a verified statement of the amount due shall relieve the Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board from any and all liability for making payment to the claimant.
BY ORDER OF THE STERLING RANCH COMMUNITY AUTHORITY BOARD
Legal Notice No. DC 9541
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Published in: Douglas County News Press Public Notice
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
Town of Castle Rock, Colorado
Date: December 18, 2024
Project Title: 1678 Marsh Hawk Circle Bank Stabilization
Contractor: 53 Corporation, LLC 5655 Peterson Road Sedalia, CO 80135
Notice is hereby given that the Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractor on January 13, 2025, provided no claims are received.
Any person or firm having debts against the
Contractor must file a proper written notice with Erik Dam, Project Manager, Town of Castle Rock, 175 Kellogg Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before January 10, 2025.
TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK By: Erik Dam, Project Manager
Legal Notice No. DC 9501
First Publication: January 2, 2025
Last Publication: January 9, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT
Notice is hereby given that at 10:00 a.m. on January 27, 2025 the RAMPART RANGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 5 , of Douglas County, Colorado will make final payment to;
SMH West LLC 900 Castleton Road, Suite 125 Castle Rock, CO 80109 for all work done by said Contractor(s) in construction for work related to BADER GULCH TRUNK SANITARY SEWER PROJECT MD5007 all of said work being within or near the boundaries of Rampart Range Metropolitan District No. 5, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.
Any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such
contractor or his subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to the Rampart Range Metropolitan District No. 5, c/o CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP., 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111, on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Rampart Range Metropolitan District No. 5, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.
RAMPART RANGE
METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 5
By: /s/ Denise Denslow, District Manager
Legal Notice No. DC 9535
First Publication: January 9, 2025
Last Publication: January 16, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Summons and Sheriff Sale
Public Notice
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SUTTER CLERK OF THE COURT
By: Ashley Stemen, Deputy SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER: CVCS23-0002137
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AV/SO AL DEMAN DADO): ELIZABETH POWELL, an individual; LOU POWELL AKA LLEWELLYN POWELL, an individual; JEAN R. POWELL, an individual; GWEN POWELL DIXON AKA GWENN POWELL DIXON, an individual;
YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: RICHARD W. POWELL, AS TRUSTEE OF THE RICHARD W. POWELL REVOCABLE TRUST CREATED MAY 15, 1997
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 the court will dismiss the case.
The name and address of the court is: Sutter County Superior Court 1175 Civic Center Blvd. Yuba City, CA 95993
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiffs attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: David A. Frenznick (SBN 125133); Jose L. Parra (SBN 318273) (916) 441-2430 WILKE FLEURY LLP 621 Capitol Mall, Suite 900 Sacramento, CA 95814
DATE: 10/27/2023
Clerk by Ashley Stemen, Deputy
Legal Notice No. DC 9507
First Publication: January 2, 2025 Last Publication: January 23, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
Judicial Court, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
CIVIL ACTION NO. 2024CV030608, Division/Courtroom # 6 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 Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles
Public Notice
1) 2016 KIA FORTE VIN KNAFK5A86G5634963
2) 2004 FORD EXPLORER VIN 1FMZU73K64UA26100
3) 2007 DODGE CHARGER VIN 2B3KA43G37H760498
4) 2011 FORD FUSION VIN 3FAHP0HG0BR149405
5) 2003 LANDROVER DISCOVERY VIN SALTL16413A779260
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BURGLARIES
cases,” Weekly said, adding: “We are closer than we’ve ever been to making arrests and cracking this (case) wide open.”
Asked whether the alleged Colombian nationals are believed to also be U.S. citizens or legal immigrants, undocumented immigrants or migrants who are seeking asylum, Deputy Cocha Heyden, a spokesperson for the Douglas sheri ’s o ce, said: “Until we make arrests, we won’t know all those details.”
She added in a December statement that it is “hard to know” the number of 2024 burglaries of Asian business owners’ homes in Douglas County that Colombian nationals are believed to have committed.
“In regards to our belief that the suspects may be from (Colombia), this is still part of the investigation and we can’t release anything else on that right now,” Heyden said.
Sugioka, the chief deputy district attorney, said “we should not assume” that every burglary is committed by one group. He noted the concept of “copycat” crimes.
“It could be one group with add-ons, it could be multiple groups, but certainly when you’re looking at (this) speci c pattern, there’s at least a group,” Sugioka said.
‘Minutes count’ O cials also described how the crimes appear to work.
In burglaries that a ected Asian business owners, the suspects may employ “sophisticated tactics” to track their victim’s activity before the burglary by placing hidden cameras in the area to determine when the homes are unoccupied, according to the Douglas sheri ’s o ce.
Weekly urged the public to report suspicious activity, adding that “we can catch these people in the act.”
“ ese suspects are trying to look like cable guys, repairmen, phone repairmen,” Weekly said, adding: “If it’s a legitimate person working on the line, that’s ne, but let us get out there. We’ve been close to catching these guys (before).”
“You don’t even have to give your name. You can give the address” and hang up, Weekly added. “Minutes count when
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these things are happening.”
Cohn, the Arapahoe sergeant, said ocials believe criminals are also watching the businesses.
“If a vehicle is following you, take two left turns,” Cohn said, adding: “If you’re an Asian business owner, talk to your neighbors (and say) ‘I need your help.’”
Other states are being hit as well, Weekly said.
“We’re working with other states as well, and we may (involve) our federal partners,” Weekly said.
Tips on staying safe
O cials also o ered advice on how to guard against burglary.
“You want to make your home an unattractive target,” Sugioka said. “ ese guys are opportunists.”
“Install cameras not only on the exterior of your home, but put them on the
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interior,” Brown said, adding that it’s important to keep homes lit up outside.
Dogs can act as a deterrent, Cohn said, adding that criminals “don’t want to be bit.”
ieves also burglarize garages. Don’t put keys and valuables right by your door, Cohn said.
“Make sure your garage door opener is hidden,” Cohn said, adding: “Keep your cars clean. Keep any identifying information out of your vehicles” because criminals can use it to target your home.
Other security tips from the sheri s include:
• Lock doors and windows when you’re leaving home.
• Install motion-sensor lights outdoors.
• Talk to your neighbors.
• Hide jewelry or place it in a safe secured to the oor.
“Put those valuables in a bank,” Weekly said. “ e reason they keep hitting is because it’s lucrative.”
O cials emphasized talking to law enforcement.
If you report about a car that seems not to have a reason to be in the area, that may not be a crime — but if the car pops up again, that may be relevant information to law enforcement, Sugioka said.
O cials have victim’s advocates who can provide services to victims of crimes, Brown said.
“You can come to us, and you can share what happened, and it’s (a) judgmentfree zone,” Brown said.
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