Clear Creek Courant March 7, 2024

Weather Observations for Georgetown, Colorado

Week of February 19, 2024

Weather Observations for Georgetown, Colorado

Each day at about 8 a.m. a local National Weather Service volunteer observer makes temperature and precipitation observations at the Georgetown Weather Station and wind observations at Georgetown Lake. “Max” and “Min” temperatures are from an NWS digital “Maximum/Minimum Temperature System.” “Mean daily” temperature is the calculated average of the max and min. “Total Precipitation” is inches of rainfall plus melted snow. “Snowfall” is inches of snow that accumulated. T = Trace of precipitation or snowfall. NR = Not Reported. “Peak wind gust at Georgetown Lake” is the velocity and the time of the maximum wind gust that occurred during the 24 hours preceding the observation time. Historic data are based on the period of record for which statistical data have been compiled (about 55 years within the period 1893-2023). Any weather records noted are based on a comparison of the observed value with the historical data set.

Week of February 19, 2024

Each day at about 8 a.m. a local National Weather Service volunteer observer makes temperature and precipitation observations at the Georgetown Weather Station and wind observations at Georgetown Lake. “Max” and “Min” temperatures are from an NWS digital “Maximum/Minimum Temperature System.” “Mean daily” temperature is the calculated average of the max and min. “Total Precipitation” is inches of rainfall plus melted snow. “Snowfall” is inches of snow that accumulated. T = Trace of precipitation or snowfall. NR = Not Reported. “Peak wind gust at Georgetown Lake” is the velocity and the time of the maximum wind gust that occurred during the 24 hours preceding the observation time. Historic data are based on the period of record for which statistical data have been compiled (about 55 years within the period 1893-2023). Any weather records noted are based on a comparison of the observed value with the historical data set

Day and date of observation (2024)

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Devil’s Gate History Club presentation: At 7 p.m. on Friday, March 15 at the Georgetown Community Center, Allison Knotts and John Sprunger will present “Isabella Bird and James Grafton Rogers: Georgetown rough eir Eyes.” All Devil’s Gate History Club presentations are free, but donations are welcome.

Clear Creek Metropolitan Recreation District Egg-Stravaganza: Join CCMRD for its yearly EggStravaganza on Saturday, March 30th. is egg-citing event is completely free, and activities include an Egg Hunt in the Pool (Ages 5 & Under: 1-2 p.m. - MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT) and (Ages 6 & up: 2-3 p.m.) Bounce House Fun! 98 12th Ave. Idaho Springs.

place March 6 and on the rst Wednesday of every month after that.

Free senior foot care clinic: Clear Creek County Metropolitan Recreation will hold the event in Idaho Springs March 27 from 1-3 p.m. Call Heather at CCMRD 303567-2020.

Earth Day Clean-up at Lucky Ranch: April 21 Come out to Lucky Ranch for Earth Day and help get us ready for the foraging season. We will be cleaning up slash for re mitigation on April 21st and 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You do not have to be strong to help us! We need help cleaning up trash and cutting up the branches we remove.

Test sirens scheduled: In an effort to notify people in the town of Georgetown of potential ooding due to the unlikely event of a dam failure at Xcel Energy’s Cabin Creek or Georgetown hydroelectric plants, Clear Creek County would like to provide notice to the residents of Georgetown ahead of the test sirens expected to take

Wander Women Project: Beginner whitewater rafting instruction on Clear Creek. May 15 8:00 a.m. Even beginners can enjoy a whitewater rafting trip on Clear Creek with this guided tour. All instruction and equipment—wetsuits, paddles, life vests, and personal drybags—are provided for you. is tour is suitable for those who have no experience and is also perfect for families with children.Use of all equipment, including personal drybags. Instruction provided, perfect for beginners. 409 Park Ave. in Empire.

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Clear Creek EMS/Evergreen Fire Rescue Launch Mugs for

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Kids enjoy a Monster Mash at Idaho Springs Library

Costumes, face paint, werewolves and a game of tag brings kids and families to the library

BY CHRIS KOEBERL CKOEBERL@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Dozens of kids and their parents celebrated a Monster Mash at the Idaho Springs Public Library with glow in the dark eyeballs, “zombie ngers” (chicken strips) provided by Tommyknocker Brewery and Pub and more.

Werewolf howls echoed through both oors of the library as a game of tag sent children running down isles of books during the Feb. 22 event.

“ is has been a tradition at Idaho Springs Clear Creek Library forever. I used to come here when I was a kid. I used to do what they’re doing right now, so it’s exciting to see it from the other side now,” Clear Creek High School junior and library intern Kiki Buckley said.

Glow-in-dark rubber “eyeballs” were prizes for the young contestants and soon littered the oor of the typically quiet setting.

To understand why the Clear Creek Library District held the Monster Mash in February means understanding the philosophy of leaders of the district: why not?

“It’s just a fun kind of thing to do after Valentine’s Day to get kids back into the library and start letting them know about some of the other programs that are going to be happening later in the year,” Events Coordinator

Chris Crouse said.

Joey Vickers and her daughter 6-year-old daughter Meghan from Idaho Springs agreed.

“I think the library district is amazing that they do things all year round,” Joey said. “My kids wondered why they were doing a Halloween party in February, but why not?”

Emily Ratli and her 4-year-old son Gri n from Empire snacked on Zombie Fingers and pickles during the chaos.

“I think they really do an excellent job,” Emily said. “For us, it’s great because he (Gri n) gets to come over here during school and see everything about the library and he gets free books.”

ese quirky traditions and events at the library are now becoming generational.

“As a kid, I loved the library and now I get to work with them and be a part of them and help them give kids the same things I got,” Buckley said.

Emily Ratli and Gri n, 4, from Empire enjoy the Monster Mash event at Idaho Springs Library. PHOTO BY CHRIS KOEBERL

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Rugs Campaign: Bring an old throw rug and you’ll leave with an awesome bright green mug! You can bring them to Station 1A in Dumont (3400 Stanley Road), or you can email captains@clearcreekems. com and CCEMS will come to you to make the trade! Have elderly neighbors? Bring them and their throw rugs with you. Clear Creek EMS also o ers Fall-Risk Assessments. EMS will also bring someone from the re department to make sure smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are working properly. To request a visit, ll out the form located here: https://www.clearcreekcounty. us/1388/Community-Outreach

Clear Creek Democrats: e Clear Creek Democrats meet from 5-7 p.m. the third ursday of the

month at the Vintage Moose in Idaho Springs. Join them for conversation and social time.

Blue Spruce Habitat volunteers needed: Blue Spruce Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers. A variety of opportunities and exible schedules are available on new construction sites as well as for exterior minor home repairs. No previous construction experience needed. Contactvolunteer@bluesprucehabitat.org for information.

Walk-in vaccine clinics: Walk-in vaccine clinics for adults and children needing u and other vaccines are available from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Clear Creek Health and Wellness Center, 1969 Miner St., Idaho Springs. No appointments required for the vaccines, though you can pre-register by calling 303-670-7528.

Resilience1220 counseling:

Young people 12 to 20 can get free counseling through an Evergreenbased organization called Resilience1220. Composed of licensed therapists, Resilience1220 serves individuals and groups in the foothills including Clear Creek County. ey also facilitate school and community groups to build life skills in wellness and resilience among youth. For more information or to schedule a counseling session, visit R1220. org, email Resilience1220@gmail. com or call 720-282-1164.

Dental clinics: Cleanings, X-rays, dentures, tooth extractions and more. Most insurances are accepted including Medicaid. Sliding scale/ low-cost options are also available. No appointment necessary. is is a mobile dentist that comes once a month. Call program manager Lauralee at 720-205-4449 for questions.

Clear Creek Rotary 2000 meetings: Clear Creek Rotary 2000 meets

at 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Marion’s of the Rockies. 2805 Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs. For more information, email loe er806@comcast. net.

Support After Suicide Loss: A safe place to share and learn after losing a loved one to suicide. is group meets every fourth Wednesday of the month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. via Zoom or in person at the Resilience1220 o ce. For ages 14 and up. Suggested donation for this group is $15. Register at resilience1220.org/groups.

Storytime with Miss Honeybun: Storytime with Miss Honeybun is at 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays at the Idaho Springs Public Library and at 11:15 a.m. ursdays at the John Tomay Memorial Library in Georgetown.

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State Legislation Promoting Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Passes Its First Hurdle

An oft-mentioned priority of Gov. Polis and others has been to increase the housing supply throughout Colorado. One of the most successful programs has been the promotion of “Transit Oriented Development,” which has manifested itself in the construction of medium-rise and high-rise apartment buildings near light-rail stations.

Another strategy has been to promote and facilitate the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in areas zoned for single-family homes.

and Sen. Tony Exum (D-El Paso County).

The title of the bill is “Concerning increasing the number of accessory dwelling units.” A link to the full text of the bill is at RealEstateToday.substack.com

The ADU movement has met some resistance in certain circles, and would be impractical in many subdivisions with small lot sizes and no alleys. Because most local jurisdictions have required ADUs to have separate access and one designated parking space, it hasn’t been a viable option for most single-family homes in newer subdivisions — if the HOA would allow it.

Now there’s a bill (HB24-1152) that just passed the House Committee on Transportation, Housing and Local Government, which would require HOAs (and developers of new subdivisions) to allow ADUs without undue restrictions. The bi-partisan vote was 9-2, and the bill is now going to the House Appropriations Committee for approval before going to the floor of the House and then the Senate.

The prime sponsors in the House are Rep. Ron Weinberg (R-Larimer County) and Judy Amabile (D-Boulder, et al.). The prime sponsors in the Senate are Sen. Kyle Mullica (D-Adams County),

The bill specifically applies to Colorado’s metro areas, specifically to areas with a minimum 1,000 population served by a “Metropolitan Planning Organization.” There are only five MPOs in Colorado. The one serving the Denver metro counties (plus Clear Clerk and Gilpin) is the Denver Regional Council of Governments, or DRCOG.

Section 1 of the bill, as introduced, requires subject jurisdictions to allow one ADU, where practical, for any home zoned single-family detached, and it prohibits a jurisdiction from enacting or enforcing laws that restrict the construction or conversion of ADUs.

My home city of Golden allows ADUs, and I have seen them permitted above detached garages (a great application of the concept), and in walk-out basements. The required parking space could be a separate driveway or one

Today Is ‘Slam the Scam’ Day

March 7th is being promoted by the Social Security Administration as a day to recognize and fight scams which can deplete the resources of senior citizens. At http://RealEstateToday.substack.com I have posted a link to their “Scam Alert” fact sheet and another link for reporting a scam to Social Security.

space in a multi-car garage. It would be hard to create an ADU in a single family home on a small lot without a walk-out basement or room for a separate structure.

Every jurisdiction subject to the law, if passed, would be required to report to the Division of Local Government that it has met the law’s requirements and developed one or more strategies to “encourage and facilitate” the construction of ADUs.

The bill also establishes a grant program within the Division to help local jurisdictions create their plans and strategies, reduce permitting fees, and provide technical assistance to builders and owners.

It also empowers the Colorado Economic Development Commission to expend $8 million on a contract with the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) to provide affordable loans, interest rate buy-downs, and down payment assistance plus direct loans related to the construction and conversion of ADUs.

Accessory dwelling units facilitated by the proposed law won’t make a huge dent in the housing crisis, but they have

other benefits. For starters, it will help homeowners create a revenue stream that could help them keep their home.

One of the rules for allowing ADUs in Golden and elsewhere is that the owner of the property must live on the premises — either in the main house or in the ADU. In other words, an owner or investor couldn’t add an ADU and have two rentals units. HB24-1152 disallows that requirement.

My thanks to reader John Phillips, who alerted me to this bill and attended the committee hearing at which it was debated and approved. John’s business builds ADUs under the name Verdant Living. You can reach him at 303-7171962. He is happy to answer any questions you might have about ADUs.

His website is www.VerdantLiving.us.

Follow-up on Propane Article

Last week I had a link to an article promoting the use of propane as a backup, even for an all-electric home. Reader Phil Cox pointed out to me that it wouldn’t work in Denver (and possible other cities) because its building code prohibits the installation of a propane tank anywhere that is within 300 feet of a natural gas (methane) supply line. Thanks, Phil!

2-BR Arvada Condo Just Listed by Kathy Jonke

$345,000

This 4-bedroom home at 14997 W. 32nd Place backs to the largest of the Coors ponds, which is a birder's dream hosting many rare specious of migratory fowl! There are numerous hiking and biking trails less than a mile away on South Table Mountain, and Rolling Hills Country Club and Applewood Golf Course are each a few blocks aways. Vibrant downtown Golden is 3 miles to the west, and I70 is 2 miles to the east. The front door opens to a 1900-sq.-ft. main level overlooking the Coors pond. The primary suite has high ceilings and also overlooks the pond. A guest bedroom is at the front of the home with an ensuite bathroom. The lower-level walkout basement features 2 more bedrooms, a kitchenette, and a large rec room with built-in bar. The lower level could function as a space to house a caregiver. Enjoy the large main-level deck with it great views of the pond and mountains. It has plenty of room for a table, chairs and grill. The attached garage holds two cars with room to park more in the driveway. The owner says the HOA is well run, and the $360 monthly dues pay for front/back yard maintenance, irrigation maintenance and fences, snow removal up to the porch and garage, trash and recycling collection, street maintenance and common area maintenance. It has been four years since a home was listed for sale in this neighborhood, which tell you how much people like living here. View a narrated video walk-through plus drone video at ApplewoodHome.online, then call Chuck Brown at 303-885-7855 to request a showing. Or come to the open house Saturday, 11 to 1.

This is a rare opportunity to own a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, garden-level condo at 7700 Depew Street #1501 in the well-maintained Wood Creek community that includes a pool and ample parking for you and your guests. Step inside to an open living room with a wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelves, dining area with patio doors and an all-white kitchen with tile floors. There is a bar-height counter between the living room and kitchen, providing an additional seating option. The living and dining rooms are carpeted and freshly painted in a soft neutral color. The two bedrooms are at opposite ends of the condo, separated by the living area. Both bedrooms have extensive closet space. The primary bedroom has two bi-fold doors accessing one closet plus a linen closet. Your private covered patio off of the dining room has a secure storage closet with plenty of room for bikes and additional items on the built in shelves. There is also a full-size laundry room in the unit with three overhead cabinets and a hanging rod. The washer and dryer are included. Wood Creek is located within minutes of the Denver-Boulder Turnpike. Little Dry Creek trail is right outside your door. Walk to parks, shops, restaurants and transit. View a narrated video tour plus magazine-quality still photos at www.ArvadaCondo.online, then call listing agent Kathy Jonke at 303-990-7428 to request a showing. If you prefer, you can come to the open house she will be holding this Saturday, Mar. 9th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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“Concentrate on giving and the getting will take care of itself.” —Anonymous

The subject was one of the main discussions at quarterly meeting of mayors and commissioners SEE

Empire, Georgetown, Idaho Springs and Silver Plume mayors, managers and Clear Creek County leaders discussed county issues over breakfast burritos and Eggs Benedict

discuss, all in attendance agreed that they are stronger as a group rather than on their own.

“We’ve proven over a few decades that standing alone, none of us is able to pull it o to any kind of an

e ective scale,” Clear Creek County Commissioner Randy Wheelock said after the meeting. A solution to the lack of a ordable housing in Clear Creek County is an endless debate between county and

Empire, Georgetown, Idaho Springs, Silver Plume mayors, managers and Clear Creek County leaders all gathered to discuss county issues on Feb. 27. PHOTO BY CHRIS KOEBERL

municipality leaders, according to all representatives at the meeting.

“Most of the people that work here don’t live here (Clear Creek County), most of the people who live here work somewhere else,” Wheelock said.

A Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Authority would become its own entity if approved by the county and its four other city and town entities, according to Idaho Springs Assistant City Administrator Jonathan Cain.

“It would be a board of our community, so it would be all of our governments,” Cain said.

Idaho Springs City Council members seem to be taking the lead on this initiative supporting the “Request for Direction” outlined by Cain and supported during the

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council’s Feb. 26 meeting.

Currently, the issue of a ordable housing in the county is a patchwork of part-time e orts resulting in no clear direction nor solidi ed county-wide support, according to Cain.

However, that could change by forming a team and establishing a leader, he said.

“What we need is an all-time quarterback who can deal with housing,” Cain continued. “Right now we’ve got a lot of people who care a lot, but they’re only able to put two or three hours at a time into it.”

Hiring a full-time housing director would cost money, which leaders attending the morning meeting expressed concerns about.

Cain countered the opposition with the idea that the proposed position and board could sustain itself.

“ is could be a self-supporting organization,” he said. “I don’t want this to be supported by taxes, I’m

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Public Health o ering sexual health and family planning: Clear Creek County Public Health is now o ering Sexual Health and Planning Services at the Health and Wellness Center in Idaho Springs. Public Health o ers counseling, emergency

not the decision maker but I’m fairly con dent that we could put this organization together that pays for itself.”

He was referring to an elaborate structure across the county of grant writers who endeavor to secure local, state and federal funds to support projects and goals.

County Commissioner Sean Wood agreed and voiced the county might take the lead.

“I think that the county should take a leadership role in these types of initiatives because we have more sta , we have a grant writer, we have access that the towns don’t and I think it’s something that could be very bene cial but I also think there needs to be a shared commitment,” he said.

City, town and county leaders agreed to meet again on the topic at 8 a.m. May 14 at Marion’s of the Rockies. Input from the community is welcome, all attendees said.

contraception, pregnancy testing, STI and HIV screenings, basic infertility services and birth control options and referrals. ese services are con dential. Public Health can also now bill Medicaid and most private insurance. However, if you do not have insurance, fees are based on a sliding scale — and no one will be turned away if they are unable to pay.

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Who are Colorado’s wildlife o cers?

We are known by many names in Colorado: district wildlife managers, game wardens and wildlife o cers, among others. As a Wildlife O cer in Colorado, every day brings the opportunity for adventures and challenges while managing the state’s sh, wildlife and habitat resources.

From high country to high plains, forests to foothills, rivers to reservoirs and everywhere in between, we are lucky to call Colorado’s outdoors our o ce. For over 125 years, it is in these landscapes and communities that we have furthered the mission of Colorado Parks & Wildlife to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, provide a quality state parks system, and provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado’s natural resources.

Our role as wildlife o cers is multi-faceted and rarely does one day look the same as the last. As state-commissioned peace o cers, enforcing Colorado’s wildlife laws and regulations is one of the primary aspects of our duties – but it’s not just about catching poachers. It’s about ensuring the responsible management of species that are

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integral to Colorado’s landscapes and natural heritage. Whether it’s making criminal cases against those who illegally take wildlife or educating the public on the importance of refraining from feeding wildlife, every enforcement action we take is aimed at changing future behavior and protecting Colorado’s natural resources.

For wildlife o cers, patrolling Colorado’s diverse landscapes isn’t just law enforcement, it’s about being an active steward of the land for the bene t of the wildlife and for the public. Habitat management and wildlife biology are crucial aspects of our role – in Colorado, Wildlife O cers are also biologists, which is what makes this profession so enjoyable. We are constantly involved in boots-on-the-ground habitat work including timber management, invasive plant control, and land use commentary, as well as hands-on biological work including population surveys, trapping and ear tagging/collaring projects, sh spawning operations, and wildlife disease monitoring. By utilizing

proven conservation strategies such as these, CPW is able to make science-based decisions to e ectively manage wildlife populations and habitat, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the state’s natural resources in perpetuity.

Perhaps the most rewarding part of the job as a wildlife o cer is the opportunity to educate the public about the importance of Colorado’s wildlife resources. Whether we’re speaking about deer and elk biology at the local elementary school, hosting a hunter education class, or chatting with a landowner about mitigating bear con ict, we constantly strive to encourage the public to take an active role in understanding and managing Colorado’s natural resources. By fostering a deeper understanding of the critters that Coloradans enjoy hunting and shing for, viewing, and living alongside, we work to instill a sense of stewardship and responsibility that will endure for future generations.

As Colorado continues to grow in popularity as a place to live and recreate, the state’s natural resources continue to experience increasing pressure and new challenges. In the face of these challenges, Colorado’s wildlife o cers will continue to adapt and nd solutions to responsibly manage the state’s wildlife re-

sources. However, it’s not just up to wildlife o cers – it is critical for the public to remain involved in the stewardship of these landscapes for the bene t of wildlife and wildlife habitat. Colorado’s wildlife o cers work closely within their communities and are happy to hear from and work cooperatively with the public.

If you would like to get in touch with your local wildlife o cer regarding wildlife violations, habitat projects, educational program opportunities, or other wildlife concerns and incidents, please contact CPW’s Northeast Region Service Center during normal business hours at 303-291-7227.

If you would like to report a wildlife incident and it is outside of normal business hours, please contact Colorado State Patrol’s Non-Emergency Dispatch at 303-239-4501 or *CSP (*277), and a wildlife o cer will be in touch.

If you would like to report a wildlife violation, on record or anonymously, please contact Colorado Operation Game ief at 1-877-COLO-OGT (1-877-265-6648).

Contributors to this column included Wildlife O cers Jacob Sonberg, Scott Murdoch and Philip Sorensen; Area Wildlife Managers Mark Lamb and Matt Martinez; and CPW NE Region PIO Kara VanHoose.

OLDS: This week in the Clear Creek Courant…

50 years of Courant headlines not to be confused with news

BY TEDDY JACOBSEN

SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Commissioners award school district over $200,000 – March 6, 2013

Clear Creek commissioners awarded the school district $220,500. e money was from the Federal Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-

Determination Act, which was a federal distribution of funds from forest lands in their jurisdiction.

Clear Creek County strikes it rich –March 9, 1994 ere was over $1.6 million in gambling money to split up among eight counties for the 1992-1993 scal year, and Clear Creek County came away with almost $360,000. e money was raised through taxes on gambling establishments from July 1992 to June 1993.

New feature added to gallery –March 8, 1989

A new feature was added to the Majestic Gallery in Idaho Springs, according to gallery member Kim Bonsall. Every month, the gallery would have been hosting special events or shows featuring local artists. is month, a gallery featuring natural egg dyes and decorating was set to open.

City manager form of government idea nixed – March 8, 1974

Idaho Springs voters turned down a proposal to adopt a city-manager form of government rather than the mayor-run form already in use. Councilman Bill Miller said that he

didn’t think the city was rich enough to hire a city manager. But other council members said they were more optimistic. e proposal only received 58 of the 258 total votes tallied by deadline.

e Clear Creek Courant was created in August of 1973. ese items come from Courant’s historic archives. As it turns out, previous Courant writers had the same idea for the paper’s 25th anniversary. eir section was dubbed, “Olds: Not to be confused with news.” It lives on for an entire year to celebrate the paper’s 50th birthday.

Dragon Boat Film Festival Taps into Cultural Connection

There are lm festivals with something for everyone, and then there’s the annual Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival, which not only provides lm lovers with plenty to dig into but culinary devotees and explorative shoppers as well.

“ is year’s theme, ‘Connecting rough Cultures,’ is really meant to showcase all of the amazing contributions and accomplishments coming from the Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Paci c Islander communities, and the Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities, as well,” wrote Sara Moore, Colorado Dragon Boat executive director, in an email interview. “We all have something to learn through the art of storytelling through cinema. And, of course, culture comes from everywhere. Which is why we have more than just lms at our festival.”

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Hosted by Denver Film and Colorado Dragon Boat, the 9th Annual Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival opens on ursday, March 14, and runs through Sunday, March 17, at the Sie FilmCenter, 2510 E. Colfax Ave. is year’s event features eight feature lms and two showcases, highlighting lms from Japan, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, ailand, Philippines, India and more.

Some of the lm highlights include the opening night feature “Happy Sandwich,” and “Moon Man,” a Chinese box-o ce smash hit that will be closing the festival. Moore also highlighted “One With the Whale,” a documentary about an indigenous tribe in Alaska and how it interacts with the modern world.

A new lm feature this year is the Golden Dragon Award, which will be presented to an individual or group in the cinematic world who uplifts and celebrates the AANHPI community. e inaugural award will be presented to actress Ji-young Yoo, a performer in the festival entry “Smoking Tigers.”  e KoreanAmerican actress was born in Denver and attended Colorado Academy before moving on to the University of Southern California to study.

For those looking to engage or be delighted beyond lms, the festival includes two community conversations with local panelists and

moderators who will discuss “Connecting rough Cultures with Asian American Adoptees” on the 16th, and “Connecting rough Cultures with Food & Foodways” on the 17th.

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And speaking of food, the festival’s culinary event will be back from 11 a.m. to noon on the 17th. e popular showcase will feature o erings from six di erent Asian food vendors.

“Food is life! Food is culture! Food brings everyone together! I have rarely met someone who, especially in the Asian community, does not have a connection through food,” Moore wrote. “With food being such an important part of the family makeup for our community, it would be a disservice not to share our cuisine with everyone at every event we host.”

Finally, there’s the Asian Marketplace, featuring gifts, artwork, crafts and novelties from local AANHPIowned businesses, located in the Sie lobby from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the 16th.

As the festival nears its decade milestone, Moore says the community’s embrace of the event is what has kept it growing year after year.

“I believe its success is due to a huge thirst that Coloradans have to be immersed and surrounded by culture,” she wrote. “Not only do we see a huge population of AANHPI and BIPOC community members at our event, we also see a lot of the general public coming to support as allies. is is so heartwarming to see year after year.”

For all the information and ticket options, visit denver lm.org.

Arvada Center Celebrates 528.0 as Part of Month of Printmaking

e Arvada Center is celebrating Denver’s Month of Printmaking with an exhibition that pays tribute to one of our most important numbers. e 528.0 exhibit runs at the center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., through Sunday,

Ice fishing creates and continues bonds between friends and families in Colorado

BY CHRIS KOEBERL CKOEBERL@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

e Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife estimates shing in Colorado generates $2.4 billion in economic output each year, and ice shing is quickly becoming a major source of that revenue, according to CPW.

If you don’t know how or are intimidated by trekking out on the ice for the rst time, CPW has everything you need.

“We provide the gear, we provide the demonstrations, and those that are our experts just love to o er up their opinions and their services to show o the fun things that you get to do outside of work and getting into Colorado,” Staunton Park Manager Zach Taylor said.

CPW constantly updates where and when shing clinics are held across the state, including one held recently at Staunton Park in Pine.

Promoting ice shing serves several roles.

“We as a community and a culture don’t talk much as a community anymore when we can get people outside, maybe outside their comfort zone, but (we want to) show them how easy it is and how fun it can be,” Taylor said.

Volunteers are a critical part of CPW’s goal and mission to get people outdoors in Colorado around the year and their contributions and considerable.

Each year 4,000-6,000 volunteers engage with CPW — some who connect for one day, and some who engage daily. Volunteers contribute over 320,000 hours per year with an annual economic impact of $9.4 million, according to CPW.

Colorado based in Lake City is one of dozens of guide services across the state that o ers to “take

of everything,” according to co-owner Aimee Withrow.

“I was brought up in a culture with my mom and dad that man is put on this earth to serve other men, and so how we make other people better is how we relate with them,”

Longtime CPW volunteer Michael Hedgpeth from Elizabeth said. “ is gives me the opportunity to relate to people every time I come out here.”

Hedgpeth said he’d been coming out to Staunton Park for so long CPW asked if he would want to volunteer and share his knowledge of ice shing with others. He quickly accepted the unpaid position.

“I feel like I’m honestly serving a greater purpose from helping to give back to mankind to help us be better people, better at what we do,” Hedgpeth said as he reeled in a nice trout from his small hole in the ice during the Staunton Park clinic.

Strong friendship bonds solidified on the ice

Al Jaramillo and Archie Garcia consider themselves brothers, not by birth, but from more than 40 years of friendship.

e pair shed through several feet of ice at Georgetown Lake in early February.

“We’re ice shing today and it’s going to be a nice day,” Jaramillo said. “You know, you can’t beat it with the sun shining down on us, the sh are biting… it beats going to work every day.”

ese guys have the modern technology and tools of the sport, including a power auger to dig through the ice and several sonar “ sh- nders.”

e sport can be as basic or as high-tech as you want to make it, the two men said. It also means you can spend as little or as much as you want to get into the sport.

“It depends how you want to out t yourself, but you can spend a lot of money,” Garcia said. “ ese are $100 boots, a $75 jacket $75, the sleds are another $50, the reels are $100, the sh nders are around $300. It’s not a cheap sport, but you could come out here with a stick with a string tied to it and might get lucky.”

eir drill-powered auger was equipped with a frisbee near the drill, “If augur falls into the hole it won’t sink oating on top of the hole,” Garcia said. So, even with their high-tech gear, simple solutions can be the best.

Pop-up tents with propane heaters are also popular to stay warm and out of the wind. According to one angler on the ice at Georgetown Lake, you’re also looking at between $400 and $1000 to buy the comfortable set-up.

However, it still doesn’t guarantee more sh.

“It’s a little luck and a little skill,” Drew from Longmont said.

On the opposite end of the lake, two ice shers cut through the solid frozen lake with a hand-operated auger.

Rik Ramunno from Lakewood and his good friend Kyle, of Denver, twisted their way into the ice an inch at a time.

Ramunno, who grew up in Eagle, has been ice shing his entire life, but this was the rst outing for Kyle.

“You can’t learn how to do something new unless you do it. I think ice shing is something that people look at and say ‘that’s kind of cool’ but I have no idea how to go about it,” Ramunno said. “Doing it with Kyle, now he can do this whenever he wants.”

e pair also enjoyed the connection between ice shing and history, when the “sport” was a necessity.

“You know a man used to have to come to the ice to get food, I think it’s important to remember where we come from,” Kyle said.

Guided ice fishing tours: leave the work to the pros

Sport Fish Colorado based in Lake City is one of dozens of guide services across the state that o ers to “take care of everything,” according to coowner Aimee Withrow.

A mix of shing areas in Antero Reservoir, Tarryall Reservoir, Blue Mesa Reservoir and Taylor Reservoir draw clients from Denver and Colorado Springs for ice shing, Withrow said.

If you’re 16 or older, all you need is a state shing license, warm clothes and a desire for the experience.

“ e guides would have all the gear they would set everything up for you.

ey know the spots they like to sh so generally they’re getting on sh right away,” Withrow said.

Sport Fish Colorado o ers three and six-hour guided experiences at any of the lakes they cover.

e cost for a three-hour excursion for two is about $400, Withrow said.

e guides will do as much or as little as the customer wants, including taking the sh o the hook or cleaning, appropriate sh, to take home for dinner, Withrow added.

Rik Ramunno from Lakewood and his good friend Kyle, of Denver, twisted their way into the ice an inch at a time at Georgetown Lake. PHOTOS BY CHRIS KOEBERL

Longtime Colorado Parks and Wildlife volunteer Michael Hedgpeth from Elizabeth lands a trout while showing others the basics of ice fishing in Stanunton Park in Pine.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife held an ice fishing introduction session at Staunton Park in Pine in February.

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March 24. ere will also be a Print Jam special event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 16.

For the show, the center put out a juried call for artwork that was open to artists living in a 528-mile radius of Denver. Creatives submitted 553 entries in all forms of printmaking and jurors selected 83 works to celebrate the expansive diversity of contemporary printmaking in the region.

More information can be found at https://arvadacenter.org/events/ 5280-regional-juried-printmakingexhibition.

Jurassic Quest Lumbers to Denver

I live by a pretty simple rule — if you have the opportunity to see dinosaurs, you should go see the dinosaurs. is means you can’t miss Jurassic Quest, which stops by the Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St. in Denver, from Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10. e popular interactive exhibit takes visitors through 165 million years of dinosaur history. Accord-

ing to the provided information, in addition to the show’s life-like dinosaurs, the traveling exhibition also includes some of the largest rideable dinosaurs in North America, live dinosaur shows, interactive science and art activities and more.

Get information and tickets at www.jurassicquest.com.

Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Donavon Frankenreiter at the Bluebird Theater

Donavon Frankenreiter is a singer/songwriter in the vein of laidback songsmiths like Jack Johnson. Born in southern California, he was

a professional surfer before nding his way to the music scene. But when he nds the right group, he can really rock out. Which apparently he has found in the band Goodnight Texas. So much that he’s taking them out on the road for a rare full band tour.

Frankenreiter and Goodnight Texas will be stopping by the Bluebird eater, 3317 E. Colfax Ave. in Denver, at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 8. Get tickets at www.axs.com.

Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. He can be reached at Clarke.Reader@hotmail. com.

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Jurassic Quest, a traveling dinosaur experience, is coming to the Colorado Convention Center March 8-10. It’s more than just a walk past a pile of dinosaur bones. According to one of the “dino trainers” Martin Ho man, who goes by Park Ranger Marty during the Quest, the experience is one you have to see for yourself.

“We have 160 million years’ worth of dinosaurs that move and make dinosaur sounds,” Ho man said. “We even have a 50-foot-long Spinosaurus, which is something you denitely want to see in person.”

According to the Jurassic Quest announcement, the event includes exhibits, activities, displays and more.

In addition to life-like dinosaurs, Jurassic Quest’s classic experiences for the whole family include:

• some of the largest rideable dinosaurs in North America,

• live dinosaur shows,

• interactive science and art activities

• a fossil dig with real fossils like TRex teeth,

• a triceratops horn and life-size dino skull,

• a “Triceratots” soft play area for kids,

• bounce houses and in atable attractions,

• photo opportunities and more.

Ho man said kids under age 10 can actually ride on some of the dinosaurs, but only in designated areas of the Quest.

“ e very large rideable dinosaurs, they kind of rock back and forth,” Ho man said.

He said that the rideable dinosaurs are clearly indicated. Some trainers walk around with smaller animatronic dinos that kids can ride on as well.

Ho man wants readers to know that Jurassic Quest is in no way afliated with Jurassic Park or Jurassic World movie franchises. “Jurassic” is just the coolest of the era names.

Ho man suggests that families order advance tickets now, as the shows sell out quickly. As of press time, there were still tickets left. Jurassic Quest runs:

• noon to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 8

• 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 9

• 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 10

Tickets are available at JurassicQuest.com. General admission includes live shows, arts and crafts activities, and dinosaur exhibits. Tickets for individual activities are available on-site. Entry is free for children under age 2.

Ho man wants to warn parents about the show’s subject matter.

“One of the things that I always like to mention is the fact that dinosaurs are a gateway science,” he said. “So if your kids are into dinosaurs, all of a sudden, you’ll nd out that they’re learning about biology, they’re learning about geology, they’re learning about astronomy, all of these di erent things. It’s just because they think dinosaurs are cool.”

What’s the go-to skiing and snowboarding destination in Colorado? Locals testify

Colorado Community Media polls residents from all over the metro area

BY JOHN RENFROW JRENFROW@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

e search for good powder brings Coloradans looking to beat I-70 tra c and conquer mountain passes from all over the Centennial State. But the question is, in an area often dubbed the country’s best winter playground, how do you decide where to go?

Several factors might decide — or limit — your choice for your weekend winter pilgrimages.

Local skiers and snowboarders in the Denver metro area were asked about their favorite spots. We’ve compiled their top choices for shredding, learning, easy accessibility and more below.

Winter Park

“I love Winter Park for many reasons. First, I love getting o I-70 before the Eisenhower Tunnel. Second, a great mix of terrain: Parson’s Bowl, the Glades on Mary Jane, some learners’ terrain on the Winter Park side and even a decent-sized park. ird, the village at has lots of activities and options for non-skiers/snowboarders. But ultimately, it’s the vibes. Winter Park has some of the friendliest employees and patrons I’ve found in all my time skiing.” - Alex Greene, Lakewood

“I’m a snowboarder who lives near downtown Littleton and I’ve got the Ikon Pass. My favorite mountain to go to is Winter Park. It’s a big resort with a ton to do. I have heard a lot of snowboarders say they don’t like it as much because it has a lot of at areas. at’s de nitely true but gets better once you know your way around a bit. My favorite part is doing laps on Mary Jane or from the top of Panoramic. Also, the sta are the best. ey’ve repaired my bindings and even gave

vorite ski destination in Colorado for a handful of reasons. Compared to spots like Vail or Aspen, Loveland is far less crowded and truly feels like more of a ‘locals mountain.’ With cheaper lift tickets and shorter lines than some of the bigger mountains, it’s easier to be exible with your plans-- not to mention the shorter drive up I-70 to avoid some of that dreaded ski tra c. Loveland also has a nice diversity of runs so both beginners and pros will feel at home.” -

Zachary

Lundgren, Cap Hill

“Loveland is de nitely one of my favorites and an underrated resort overall. It could likely stay that way. It’s unsexy: right o the highway, pretty small and spread out but it has terrain for everyone and even has some gnarly steeps and trees - Benjamin

“I prefer skiing Copper on days where the tunnel tra c is less of a concern. Copper has some of the best bowl skiing of any mountains along I-70 and seems to get less tourist trafc than Breckenridge or Vail. e Copper Bowl has great chutes and cli s, and it’s not as skied o as the back bowls at Vail. e restaurants

are good and don’t feel as busy as Breck or Vail.” - Josh Lindsey, Arvada

“Boring answer, but really, my goto has been Copper Mountain this season. is is mostly due to the fact that I don’t have a great car for driving in the mountains and Copper Mountain is just o a big highway so the roads typically aren’t too snowy getting there!” - Bryan Earl, Arvada

Keystone

“I’m a little biased because I used to teach there, but Keystone is my favorite mountain. It’s conveniently close, you can do Loveland pass instead of the tunnel, and there are great tree runs if you know where to nd them. Lastly, there is nothing better than relaxing on the beach chairs outside LaBonte’s Smokehouse on a sunny day.” -

Chris Mapley, Denver

“I will say Keystone has my heart for night skiing and boarding, which is rare among many of the resorts.”Dave Bulgarella, Denver

“ is is my rst year with an Epic pass so I haven’t gotten to try a lot of di erent resorts, but I nd myself at Keystone or Breckenridge most often. I like Keystone’s runs. ey seem to be a lot longer and more enjoyable compared to Breckenridge. I also feel like you don’t have to get on a lift as often at Keystone versus Breck.” -

Mitchell Osborn, RiNo

Vail

“I mean, I’m still pretty green to Colorado snow mountains. For the past two years, I’ve only ever had an Epic pass so I have not even got to check out any of the non-Epic mountains. Of those, I like Vail. ere are just so many slopes to hit and the views are usually amazing. But Vail is usually more crowded.” - Dave Bulgarella, Denver

“If you have the chance and the money, go to Vail on a Tuesday after a

Above, Josh Lindsey of Arvada shreds the Copper Bowl at Copper Mountain. COURTESY PHOTO

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Every camper is assigned their “own” horse for the week. During this week, they learn what it is like to care for the animal. Feeding, watering, brushing, saddling, bridling, and (of course) RIDING. Once we are winding down our camp day, they also help us do their end of day grooming. We ride daily, whether it be in the arena, or out on trails!!

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LET’S GET PHYSICAL

Golden Goal Sports Complex

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Details: Golden Goal offers spring break camps and summer camps for all ages from under 5 to high school.

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dump. On days like that, it’s arguably the best resort in Colorado.” - Benjamin Bertsch, Cap Hill

Breckenridge

“I do like Breckenridge, though. eir downtown area is fun and easy to explore. If we have a group of friends who may not want to ski, I generally think Breck is better for hosting versus Keystone better for the runs.” - Mitchell Osborn, RiNo

“Breck is a favorite because it’s not as crowded usually and for me still learning to improve my boarding game, that means less concern with running into people down the mountain.” - Dave Bulgarella, Denver

Arapahoe Basin

“I like going to A-Basin most around this time of year because the snow is great in the spring and it’s not su-

Mary Jane lot (Winter Park) before the lifts start. Being able to bring my dog and eat lunch outside with the dog is why I dropped the Epic Pass and moved to Ikon.” - Josh Lindsey, Arvada

“A-Basin has always been my favorite for similar reasons (to Loveland). e main di erence is that A-

Basin is known for having some of the best steeps in America. Pallavacini is perhaps my favorite lift anywhere.” - Benjamin Bertsch, Cap Hill

Did we leave your favorite o the list? Email me at jrenfrow@coloradocommunitymedia.com and let me know your go-to skiing or snowboarding spot.

per crowded with families like some of the other resorts.”  - London Lyle, Westminster

“I also love the dog-friendly aspects of Arapahoe Basin and Winter Park. I frequent those the most due to the avoidance of tunnel tra c, and I’m able to play fetch with my dog in the Early Riser lot (A-Basin) and the

Andrea Lindsey (wife of Josh) and dog Petra enjoy some time between runs at Arapahoe Basin. COURTESY PHOTOS

Chris Mapley from Denver poses for a photo at Keystone Resort.

TRIVIA

1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which large U.S. city is nicknamed Rip City?

2. MOVIES: Which movie features the quote, “She doesn’t even go here!”

3. GEOGRAPHY: Which national capital city is the northernmost in the world?

4. TELEVISION: Which long-running sitcom features a dad named Phil Dunphy?

5. GAMES: In chess, how many knights does each player have at the beginning?

6. GEOLOGY: What natural phenomenon is associated with igneous rock?

7. LANGUAGE: How many o cial languages are in the United Nations?

8. MUSIC: David Grohl was a drummer in which band before he became the frontman for the Foo Fighters?

9. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of alligators called?

10. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of meat is used in Hasenpfe er, a traditional German stew?

Answers

1. Portland, Oregon.

2. “Mean Girls.”

3. Reykjavik, Iceland.

4. “Modern Family.”

5. Two.

6. Volcanic eruption.

7. Six.

8. Nirvana.

9. A congregation.

10. Rabbit.

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1. Which group released “I Like It”?

2. Who rst released “I Heard It rough the Grapevine”?

3. e Royal Teens were best known for which song?

4. Name all the brothers in the Jackson 5.

5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Ol’ Smokey’s got them ears on, He’s hot on your trail, And he ain’t gonna rest ‘til you’re in jail.”

Answers

1. Gerry and the Pacemakers in 1964. It was the group’s second hit after “How Do You Do It.”

2. Gladys Knight & the Pips, in 1967. It was the Marvin Gaye cover, however, that was rst inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004. e Pips’ version was inducted in 2018.

3. “Short Shorts,” released in 1958. e song was penned by Bob Gaudio, writer of several of the songs released by the Four Seasons, such as “Sherry.” e song was used

several times in episodes of “ e Simpsons.”

4. Michael, Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Tito.

5. “East Bound and Down,” by Jerry Reed in 1977. e song was the soundtrack for the “Smokey and the Bandit” lm. In the lm, a couple of good old boys are making a fast multi-state run to bring back 400 cases of beer, one step ahead of the sheri .

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LOT 1, BLOCK 2, THE MEADOWS AT GEORGETOWN, THIRD FILING, COUNTY OF CLEAR CREEK, STATE OF COLORADO

Also known by street and number as: 1760 Skyline Drive, Georgetown, CO 80444.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

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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 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, 04/11/2024, at The Clear Creek County Public Trustee’s Office, 405 Argentine Street, Georgetown, Colorado, 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

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Last Publication 3/14/2024

Name of Publication

The Clear Creek Courant

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: 12/11/2023

Carol Lee, Public Trustee in and for the County of Clear Creek, State of Colorado

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Ilene Dell’Acqua #31755

McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-23-970323-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.

Legal Notice No. CCC774

First Publication: February 15, 2024

Last Publication: March 14, 2024

Publisher: Clear Creek Courant

City and County

Public Notice

CITY OF IDAHO SPRINGS

County of Clear Creek State of Colorado

Ordinance No. 7, Series 2024

AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING PROPERTY KNOWN AS 302 SODA CREEK ROAD (INDIAN HOT SPRINGS) AS A LOCAL HISTORIC PRESERVATION SITE

WHEREAS, Daniel Kim, as the owner of certain property within the City of Idaho Springs, Colorado (the “City”) with an address of 302 Soda Creek Road and commonly known as the Indian Hot Springs (the “Property), together with Colorado Preservation, Inc., filed a petition with the City to designate the Property as a historic preservation site; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 22 of the Idaho Springs Municipal Code (“Code”), the application was referred to the Idaho Springs Historic Preservation Review Commission (the “Commission”), which, on February 20, 2024, considered the application and recommended approval of the same to the Idaho Springs City Council (“City Council”); and

WHEREAS, upon receiving the Commission’s recommendation, at its regular meeting of February 26, 2024, the City Council approved a motion making those findings required by Code Section 22-21(C), and setting a public hearing on the matter for March 25, 2024; and

WHEREAS, on March 25, 2024, after due and proper notice of the same was given, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the historic designate of the Property, at which time all interested parties were given the opportunity to be heard; and

WHEREAS, at said hearing the City Council reviewed the request for designation with respect to its relationship to the City zoning ordinance and other adopting planning documents, the effect of the designation upon the surrounding

neighborhood, and all other planning considerations relevant to the proposed designation; and

WHEREAS, based on all the evidence and testimony presented at the hearing, and with due consideration given to the written and oral testimony of the landowner and the members of the public, the City Council finds that the Property meets the criteria for a historic preservation site and therefore the Property should be so designated; and

WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to enter its findings of fact and decision on the request for designation within thirty (30) days of the hearing as required by Code Section 22-23 (C)(1), as further set forth herein.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Idaho Springs, Colorado, as follows:

Section 1. The above and foregoing recitals are incorporated herein by reference and are adopted as findings and determinations of the City Council.

Section 2. In regards to the petition filed by Daniel Kim and Colorado Preservation, Inc. to designate the property known as 302 Soda Creek Road, Idaho Springs, Colorado, commonly known as the Indian Hot Springs, as a designated local historic preservation site, the City Council finds and determines as follows:

A. The Property is eligible for designation due to its satisfaction of the following criteria, as set forth in Code Section 22-22(A):

1. The Property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of the City’s history:

Multiple Native American tribes, including the Arapaho and Ute accessed the hot springs along what is now Soda Creek for hundreds of years before European settlement in the region. They used the mineral baths extensively and considered them sacred and healing waters. The site has been used by White settlers since the mid-1860s who noticed the springs when prospecting for gold in the late 1850s. The site of the Indian Hot Springs has been a tourist destination in the City since the early history of the City, having been used by settlers within years of when George Jackson first found gold in 1859. A wooden bathhouse was built on-site by 1863 and other improvements were built in the mid-1860s, simultaneously to when Idaho Springs and Grass Valley were being developed. The hot springs resort appears to have been built to accommodate early tourist traffic to Idaho Springs and to accommodate train travelers arriving in the City. It has continued to be a tourist destination along with the rise of the automobile and the construction of I-70. According to the City’s Historic Resources Survey Plan, 2022, the hot springs became a “destination for health seekers, although these visitors arrived via wagon, stagecoach, or railroad” as early as the 1880s. With the advent of automobile tourism in the 1910s, “this resort remained a popular draw for the wealthy.

2. The Property is associated with the lives of persons significant in the City’s past:

The Resort was founded by Dr. E.M. Cummings in the early 1860s and was later owned by Harrison Montague, the Big Five Tunnel Corporation, and the Rocky Mountain Motors Company, who is likely to have built the subject building. The Historical Society of Idaho Springs states that George Jackson is likely to have seen the steam created at Indian Hot Springs, which encouraged him to search for gold in the area. The Historical Society also shows that many influential people used the Resort in its early days, including Jesse James, Sarah Berhnardt, Walt Whitman, H.A. Tabor, the Vanderbilts, and the Roosevelts.

3. The Property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period or method of construction:

The subject of review is the current hotel building on the property, the main building on-site. From the Colorado Cultural Resource Survey dated January 21, 2021: “The long, roughly rectangular Craftsman style building is comprised of four separate blocks, oriented north-south along the east side of Soda Creek Road.” The Craftsman style is indicative of early 1900s construction. The City’s Historic Resources Survey Plan, 2022 identifies the building as Rustic/Late 19th and 20th Century Revivals/Commercial and classifies it as a building with “high” integrity. The building was constructed during the City’s period of significance dating from 1880-1920 and this building, with its distinctive architectural style that has been maintained since it was originally constructed, appears to be a contributing structure to that period. While other buildings on-site, such as the current pool room and some of the other ancillary buildings, have been substantially altered and were built outside of the period of significance, the main hotel building embodies the distinctive characters of a type, period, or method of construction. A gazebo, built in 1869 by Harrison Montague, still stands today in the swimming pool area of the Resort.

B. The Property is not disqualified from designation based any of the considerations set forth in Code Section 22-22(B).

Section 3. Based on the above findings of fact, the City Council hereby designates the Property as a historic preservation site of the City of Idaho Springs.

Section 4. The City Clerk is hereby directed to provide notice of this designation to the City Building Official and to record this Ordinance with the Clear Creek County Clerk and Recorder within fifteen (15) days of the effective date of this Ordinance. Within ten (10) days of so recording this Ordinance, the City Clerk is further directed to send a letter to the Property owner, by certified mail, outlining the reasons for the designation and the obligations or restrictions created thereby.

Section 5. Should any one or more sections or provisions of this Ordinance or of Code provisions enacted hereby be judicially determined invalid or unenforceable, such judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remaining provisions of this Ordinance or of such Code provisions, the intention being that the various sections and provisions are severable.

INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUB-

LISHED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Idaho Springs, Colorado, held on the 26th day of February 2024.

Chuck Harmon, Mayor

ATTESTED AND CERTIFIED:

Diane Breece, City Clerk

PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED AFTER

PUBLIC HEARING, at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Idaho Springs, Colorado, held on the 25th day of March, 2024.

Chuck Harmon, Mayor

ATTESTED AND CERTIFIED:

Diane Breece, City Clerk

Legal Notice No. CCC818

First Publication: March 7, 2024

Last Publication: March 7, 2024

Publisher: Clear Creek Courant

Public Notice REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS

CLEAR CREEK COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Planning Commission

Clear Creek County advisory boards and commissions offer an opportunity for citizen participation in local government. Service on boards is voluntary and appointments are made by the County Commissioners.

Letters of Application for vacancies on the board listed below should be submitted to the Board of County Commissioners, P.O. Box 2000, Georgetown, CO 80444, OR Fax: 303-679-2440. OR

Email: bluther@clearcreekcounty.us. Deadline for applications is: opened until filled.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Seven members, three-year terms. Advises the Board of County Commissioners on zoning, subdivision and other land use planning issues. Studies and prepares master plan documents. Meets once per month on the third Wednesday in Idaho Springs, with additional meetings and site visits as necessary. There are vacancies for two Full Members on the Planning Commission for 2024.

Legal Notice No. CCC812

First Publication: February 29, 2024

Last Publication: March 7, 2024

Publisher: Clear Creek Courant

Public Notice

CITY OF IDAHO SPRINGS, COLORADO

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held in accordance with Chapter 21 of the Idaho Springs Municipal Code commencing at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard on the 25th day of March 2024 before the City Council to consider an Annexation of Interstate 70 Right-of-Way into the City of Idaho Springs.

This hearing will be held at the Idaho Springs City Hall, located at 1711 Miner Street, Idaho Springs, Colorado 80452.

Dated this 22nd day of February 2024

Dylan Graves, Community Development Planner

Legal Notice No. CCC811

First Publication: February 22, 2024

Last Publication: March 14, 2024

Publisher: Clear Creek Courant

Name Changes

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on February 21, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Clear Creek County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Silas Finn Nunez be changed to Finn Silas Nunez

Case No.: 24 C 9

By: Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. CCC817

First Publication: March 7, 2024

Last Publication: March 21, 2024

Publisher: Clear Creek Courant

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