Fort Lupton Press April 4, 2024

Upbeat review of Brighton’s fortunes

State of the City speech consider’s Brighton as regional hub

BY SCOTT TAYLOR STAYLOR@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Brighton looks to nish some long-term projects and make sig-

ni cant ones this year, according to Brighton’s State of the City Address. An estimated 170 people came to lunch at the Brighton Armory on March 27 for a luncheon and an upbeat review of the city’s operations. Mayor Greg Mills hosted the luncheon discussion and shared the stage with Chamber of Commerce Director Natalie Cummings and City Manager Michael Martinez, who recounted the city’s work in 2023.

A State of the City address is a time to re ect on the city’s successes, Mills told the group.

“It’s also a time to recognize the hard work we must put forward to continue to move our community into the future,” Mills said.

Looking back

Martinez’ talk covered several city projects that either began in 2023 or will nish this year, including the widening of Bridge Street, the construction of Brighton’s new water treatment facility and the construction of a Municipal Services building.

Work began last summer widening Bridge Street between 22nd and 42nd avenues from a lane in either direction to two lanes, a project that will last at least two years. Councilors awarded the project to General Contractors Brannon Sand and Gravel for $19.5 million in June.

complete by the spring of 2025 and will greatly improve the daily commute for many of our residents,” Martinez said. “In fact, if you go on Bridge Street right now you might actually be able to get to your destination by 2025.”

Work on the Municipal Services Building at 503 Madison St. also began in 2023. e 67,668-square-foot facility will accommodate sta from several departments including eet, parks and open space, public works, and utilities which operate in separate facilities. e Brighton Police Department will also have a substation at the facility.

Work on that building, named in honor of former Public Works Director Michael Woodru , should also be nished this year. Woodru died in 2023.

“Bridge Street is one of the City of Brighton’s most traveled corridors,” Martinez said, noting tra c on the road is going to be di cult until the work wraps up next year.

“ is project is expected to be

“I am so glad Michael was able to attend the groundbreaking with his family and see this facility dedicated to him after all the hard work he did to make this a reality,” Martinez said.

Martinez said Brighton started a training program for city employees,

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New Law: Landlords Can’t Refuse to Rent to Tenants Who Are ‘Rent-Burdened’

A long-term “rule of thumb” has been that one shouldn’t have to spend more than 30% of their income on housing, but a legislative bill signed into law last June stipulates that landlords cannot refuse to rent to a tenant for whom their monthly rent would equal up to 50% of their income.

The National Council for Credit Counseling (www,nfcc.org) says, “The general rule of thumb is that housing costs should be no more than 30% of your gross income. This includes rent or mortgage payments; homeowner association fees; and utilities like gas, electricity, water, and internet.”

to the refused tenant.

The bill in question, SB23-184, is titled “Protections for Residential Tenants.” It states that “A landlord may not require a prospective tenant to have an annual income that exceeds 200% of the annual cost of rent.” That’s another way of saying 50% of one’s annual income. And that figure does not include utilities in that 50%.

A violation is also an unfair housing practice subject to enforcement by private persons, the attorney general, and the Colorado Civil Rights Division. A violation carries an initial penalty of $50 payable to the applicant, and failure to cure (i.e., accept the tenant’s application) carries a $2,500 penalty, again paid

This new law not only has small landlords upset, it also has some tenant advocates upset. They point out that HUD doesn’t allow renters to be “rent burdened” over 30%. HUD says on its website that the 30% rule is “meant to protect low-income households from extreme rental costs. High housing costs and high prices for basic necessities place a greater burden on poor households living in metropolitan areas. Measures of affordability should be reassessed to ensure that policymakers are decreasing rental burdens for poor households.”

Public housing authorities nationwide are prohibited from charging more than 30% of a tenant’s income for rent under federal fair housing laws.

Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver bases mortgage payments on 30% of the homeowner’s annual salary at time of applying for a Habitat home and does not increase the payment if and when the homeowner’s income increases.

On its website, HUD acknowledges contrary opinions about the 30% rule, noting that 30% of a $500,000 income leaves sufficient funds for other household costs, whereas 30% of a $20,000 annual income does not.

Rather than measuring affordability using a rent-to-income ratio, Michael Stone of the University of Massachusetts Boston recommends a residual income approach, which measures cost burden by calculating the money a family has left for housing after other expenditures such as food, clothing, and medical costs are taken into account.

SB23-184 has other landlord-tenant provisions. It prohibits charging more

than twice the monthly rent for a security deposit, and it allows an existing tenant subject to an eviction action, irrespective of the percentage of income paid in rent, to assert as an affirmative defense that the landlord violated fair housing laws by evicting him/her.

I have no opinion about whether SB23-184 was a good idea. There will probably be more debate about it in coming months. What’s your opinion?

Houzz Report Shows Increase in Home Renovation Spending

With sellers and buyers both sitting on the fence more than usual, thanks to increased mortgage rates, it’s not surprising that both are investing in improvements of their current home, and that’s reflected in this year’s home renovation trends report from Houzz.com.

Here are some of the key findings in their 2024 report published last week based on 32,615 website users, including 17,713 home renovators, who participated in a survey regarding their 2023 spending.

The median amount spent on renovation in 2023 was up 60% from 2020 to $24,000. The median spend in the 90th percentile was up 77% to $150,000.

In just one year, the percentage who financed their project using credit cards surged 9 percentage points to 38%.

Distressed Commercial Real Estate Loans a Red Flag for Residential?

It’s no secret that commercial real estate has been in trouble with the shift to at-home work following the pandemic’s abatement. The vacancy rates in office buildings is still too high for some landlords to meet their financial obligations.

The numbers behind that trend were released last week by Bloomberg, which wrote about stressed collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) which bundle debt that would be considered too speculative for conventional mortgage-backed securities (MBOs). You may recall that MBOs full of sub-

prime loans were central to the collapse of the housing market in 2008, triggering the “great recession.”

Below is a chart published by Bloom-

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berg, which wrote: “In just the last seven months, the share of troubled assets held by these niche products surged four-fold — rising by one measure to more than 7.4%. For the hardest hit, delinquency rates are in the double digits. That’s left major players in the $80 billion market rushing to rework loans while short sellers ramp up attacks on publicly-traded issuers.”

Many leveraged properties can’t be sold for what they owe their lenders.

Gen Xers edged out Baby Boomers, as they did last year, with a median spend of $25,000 vs. $24,000. When it came to big projects, the top 10% of Gen X renovators had a median spend of $180,000 compared to $131,000 for Baby Boomers.

The most commonly renovated room continued to be the kitchen, followed by guest bathroom, primary bathroom and living room — 29, 27, 25 and 21 percent respectively. The median kitchen project cost $24,000 (up 20% over 2022), and median bath project cost $15,000 (up 15% over 2022).

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Colorado Air Space Port continues upgrades

BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Colorado Air and Space Port will get an Aeronautics grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation CDOT $500,000 aimed at improving its runway infrastructure, according to a March 22 press release.

“We are thrilled to receive this grant and continue our long partnership with CDOT Aeronautics to upgrade our ramp and taxiway infrastructure, which is essential to the safety of aircraft and the success of CASP,” said Colorado Air and Spaceport Director Je Kloska.

According to o cials, the funding would improve the pavement on its existing heavily used taxiways and ramps through ongoing maintenance, such as crack sealant, a seal

coat application, and new pavement markings.

“We would not be able to be so successful without the continued support of Colorado’s Civil Aeronautics Board, Dave Ulaine, the Director of Aeronautics for CDOT, and his expert team.”

“ e majority of the money CDOT Aeronautics is awarding in these grants is from passenger ights from Denver International Airport. It is a good partnership with DIA, and we appreciate the good work they do because without their involvement, we would not be seeing the amount of money available,” said Commissioner Charles “Chaz” Tedesco. “I sit on the Colorado Aeronautical Board, and I see how the partnerships we’ve developed have been extremely helpful, and I’m grati ed to see this money

being spread out because of that partnership.”

According to o cials, with the grant allotment from CDOT, the spaceport will also contribute $55,555 to the project, which will cost $555,555 in a 90/10 partnership. e repairs and maintenance will reduce the chance of foreign debris that could be airplane safety hazards upon taking o and landing. e project is planned to begin in spring 2024.

“ is investment demonstrates the commitment shared by both the State of Colorado and Adams County in CASP and its important role as one of three general aviation reliever airports in the Denver area and Colorado’s only horizontal launch spaceport,” Kloska said.

“By investing in infrastructure at Colorado Air and Space Port, we

are paving the way to economic growth in the I-70 corridor,” said Adams County Commission Chair Emma Pinter. “ is $500,000 grant will enhance our airport, ensuring safer and more e cient operations. On behalf of the board, I’d like to commend the sta at CASP for their work to obtain this grant to upgrade their facilities.”

In 2011, Adams County started pursuing a spaceport operating license at Front Range Airport in Watkins through the FAA o ce. e space port received its operator license in 2018 for a reusable horizontal take-o and landing passenger space plane. Once the airport received its license, it changed its name to Colorado Air and Spaceport.

Planes parked at the Colorado Air and Space Port with construction work beyond on a runway.

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both for managers and for all employees, and played a new recruitment video the city has produced.

“It’s not that we’re trying to recruit anybody,” Martinez said. “So don’t worry. We’re not trying to do that here. But still, if you’re interested, see me afterward.”

Planning

Mills noted that the City Council approved a record budget last year.

history,” he said. at budget shifts into operations and plenty of investment — improvements to city athletic elds, infrastructure work and other initiatives.

“ ese provide a roadmap for Brighton’s next era as a regional hub and leader in innovation while also honoring its history and diversity,” Mills said.

He also touted Brighton as a great place to do business, much improved compared to the past.

“With these funds, we’ll be able to ensure our aircraft pavement surfaces are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition for all aircraft users of CASP. With this project, we reinforce our commitment to o ering world-class services as a general aviation airport with convenient access to Denver and the Rocky Mountains,” Kloska said. FROM PAGE

“In October, the city council passed a balanced budget of approximately $265 million, one of the largest budgets in Brighton’s

“A decade ago, the city needed to make signi cant concessions to bring jobs and industry to our community,” Mills said. “Brighton is now a desirable market and we can be more selective in our economic development strategies.”

According to o cials, future spaceplanes would y above the earth’s atmosphere, sitting in zero gravity for up to 10 minutes. As the earth rotates, the spaceplane could y back down, landing in Paris

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Spaghetti Dinner school supply fundraiser

A Fort Lupton fundraiser for Weld Re8 schools celebrates more than 17 years of helping local students April 24 at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center.

e Spaghetti Dinner is a very special fundraising event where 100% of the proceeds from this dinner go directly to purchase everything from backpacks to modeling clay to notebooks to laptops for graduating seniors moving on to higher education for our local Weld Re-8 School District schools, K12. e event raised more than $4,000 for local students in 2023.

For more information, go to https:// www.fortluptonco.gov/968/SpaghettiDinner.

Plants and pastries at Mt. Calvary

Mt. Calvary Church, 650 So. Park Ave. in Fort Lupton is hosting its annual plant and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11.

ere will be Mother’s Day baskets, potted plants, annuals, perennials and vegetable plants to purchase. ere will also be baked goods, some single servings to sell as well as popcorn.

Proceeds from the sale will bene t the church’s youth group for the national convention.

nual Community Art Show is open and available to local community artists ages 16 and up. Each artist may submit up to two eligible pieces. View submission guidelines and register on the city’s website today: https://www. fortluptonco.gov/971/Annual-Community-Art-Show.

Welcome Wednesday on April 17

Fort Lupton’s Community Development sta will host an open house on the third Wednesday morning of each month to provide residents, businesses, and development professionals the opportunity to meet with sta in a casual setting.

Welcome Wednesdays will be held at the Community Development Ofce, 1200 Dexter St., Unit W13, from 7:30- 9 a.m. Participants will have the opportunity to ask general questions and learn about a variety of topics, including Building permits, business resources, water conservation, the city’s planning commission, the Fort Lupton Urban Renewal Authority and historic board and get updates on the city’s Comprehensive Plan and other plan updates.

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Volunteers needed

Quali ed Listeners needs volunteers to drive veterans to and from appointments, run errands for veter-

ans who cannot get out, handyman services, help administer veteran and family resource guide inventory in local libraries and veterans to be trained to become quali ed listeners. Visit quali edlisteners.org/volunteerapp and ll out the form or call 720-600-0860.

Blessings in a Bag

Fort Lupton’s Backpack Program helps school children in need with a backpack of healthy food. It’s an allvolunteer program and is in need of volunteers. If interested in volunteering or donating, call 303-718-4440. Mail donations to Blessings in a Bag, 306 Park Ave., Fort Lupton 80621.

Spring Clean Up Day 2024

Clean Up Day o ers residents a free and convenient opportunity to dispose of household items and yard debris. is one-day event is scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon April 13 at the Public Works Shop, 800 12th St. e event is limited to City of Fort Lupton residents only. e Public Works sta will be on-site to assist residents who need help with the disposal of their items. If you have questions please call, 303-857-6694.

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Eaton’s busy truck route up for improvements

BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

e town of Eaton’s busy truck route at Weld County Road 76 is getting improvements, according to a news release dated March 21.

“Our transportation infrastructure is a critical element of the services we provide, as it is essential for helping move people, goods, and services throughout our county. e Eaton truck route is just one example,” said Weld County Commissioner Chairman Kevin Ross. “We’re excited to

complete this project, which we believe is mutually bene cial for both Eaton and the traveling public.”

Weld County Board of Commissioners approved a three-month closure between Weld County Road 33 and U.S. Highway 85 for rebuilding on March 14, according to a press release.

Weld County Road 35 between Eaton Recreation Center on 3rd Street and Weld County Road 78 will be closed to impair the intersection at Weld County Road 76 and Weld County Road 35.

e road closure would be from

April 1 through June 28, 2024. A map of the detours will be available on the Weld County website road advisory map.

In May 2022, Weld County and the town of Eaton entered into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) to improve the truck route outside of Eaton; according to o cials, the cost is $783,430, with Eaton contributing $125,000.

e Weld County Department of Public Works would rebuild the road to strengthen it by removing the existing asphalt, applying a cement-

treated base with an aggregate base course, and adding new asphalt to the driving surface.

According to o cials, the public works department uses full-depth reclamation for improvements, allowing crews to rebuild existing road portions of asphalt in good condition.

Public Works has used the fulldepth reclamation process for the ve-mile Weld County Road 77 north of Briggsdale, completed in November 2023. According to o cials, it has also been used on several other recent projects.

Seasonal job openings at Weld County Public Works

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e Weld County Department of Public Works has opportunities for individuals interested in seasonal work or in a career in Public Works.

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It is a set schedule, so seasonal employees will know when they are expected to work with consistent schedules of close to 40 hours per week.

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e seasonal work lasts up to 10 months, with training for di erent types of jobs o ered if applicants are interested in gaining more experience and learning. Experience for the position is not required but it’s helpful. e county is looking for looking for people willing to learn and with a strong work ethic.

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Weld County o ers medical, dental, and vision bene ts to seasonal employees who work 30 or more hours per week. Employees can choose coverage options for themselves and family members. Covered employees can also use the Weld County Employee Medical Clinic for various medical needs.

e Public Works applications and the job listings can be found at www. weld.gov/go/joinourteam on the county’s website.

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Some restaurants are special places for family times

One of our favorite dining experiences is at Fattoria in Avon, Colorado. As we allowed ourselves to experience everything that was happening around us, the more we realized why we enjoy this restaurant so very much. e exquisite food coupled with incredible service and watching as families dined and laughed, sharing their stories of skiing and snowboarding across three generations of family members, made our meal and our night out a wonderful experience.

In the realm of culinary experiences, there exists a unique and cherished category that seamlessly blends the sophistication of high-quality dining with the joviality of family fun. ese establishments are not just places to satisfy one’s palate but serve as arenas for creating lasting memories and fostering familial bonds. From whimsical themes to interactive dining experiences, these restaurants have mastered the delicate art of catering to both discerning adults and playful children alike.

Picture this: You step into a whimsical wonderland adorned with vibrant colors, imaginative decor, and an ambiance that sparks joy in every corner. Welcome to the world of family-friendly ne dining. Here, the notion of upscale cuisine coexists harmoniously with the laughter of children and the chatter of adults. It’s a place where parents can savor gourmet delicacies while their little ones embark on culinary adventures of their own.

One hallmark of these establishments is their ability to cater to diverse palates without compromising on quality. While parents indulge in exquisitely crafted dishes prepared by seasoned chefs, children are treated to a menu designed speci cally for their tastes and preferences. From mini sliders to gourmet macaroni and cheese, every item is curated to appeal to young appetites while maintaining the culinary standards upheld by the establishment.

Beyond the immersive atmosphere and delectable cuisine, what truly sets these restaurants apart is their commitment to creating shared experiences for families. Whether it’s celebrating a birthday, hosting a family reunion, or simply enjoying a night out, these establishments go above and beyond to ensure that every moment is memorable. From personalized greetings to special surprises, they understand the importance of making guests feel valued and appreciated. Moreover, these restaurants often incorporate elements of education and culture into their offerings, providing families with opportunities to

learn and grow together. From themed menus that explore di erent cuisines to workshops that teach culinary skills, there’s always something new to discover. By fostering a sense of curiosity and exploration, these establishments inspire children to develop a lifelong appreciation for food and culture.

In a fast-paced world where quality time with loved ones is increasingly rare, these restaurants serve as sanctuaries where families can reconnect and create cherished memories. Here, laughter lls the air, and bonds are strengthened over shared meals and shared experiences. It’s not just about nourishing the body but also feeding the soul, leaving guests with a sense of warmth and contentment that lingers long after the meal has ended.

As society continues to evolve, so does the concept of dining out with family. Gone are the days of stu y establishments where children are seen but not heard. Instead, a new era of familyfriendly ne dining has emerged, rede ning the way we experience food and fellowship. ese restaurants prove that high-quality cuisine and family fun are not mutually exclusive but rather complementary elements that together create a truly unforgettable dining experience.

e fusion of high-quality dining with family fun represents a delightful convergence of culinary artistry and heartfelt hospitality. ese restaurants o er far more than just a meal; they provide a gateway to a world of imagination, discovery and togetherness. So, the next time you’re craving a dining experience that caters to both discerning tastes and playful spirits, seek out one of these establishments and prepare to embark on a culinary journey unlike any other.

Fattoria is one of our favorites for sure with a special shout out to Eli, Dave, Denitsa, James, Justin and all the other sta who create a wonderful experience. Do you already have a favorite ne-dining establishment that also provides the ambiance and intimacy of a fun family experience? I would love to hear all about your favorite such restaurants at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we can nd the time to enjoy an exquisitely prepared meal blended in a family friendly environment, it really will be a better than good life.

Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.

Brighton gears up for SPEAK week

BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In 2011, Brighton High School senior Joshua Dillion, ended his life; his classmates on the Brighton Youth Commission struggled with the loss of a dear friend.

But that loss encouraged them to start SPEAK week in Brighton in 2012. e acronym stans for Suicide Prevention, Education, Awareness and Knowledge.

e youth-led Brighton Youth Commission is hosting its 13th annual SPEAK week from April 29 through May 4. SPEAK is a week of events to educate youth and the community about the warning signs of suicide with local resources for those who need help.

Cynthia Donlucas is a Brighton High School senior and the Brighton Youth Commission chair.

“ is is my fourth year with the Brighton Youth Commission doing SPEAK, but it’s my rst year as Chairperson taking the lead in planning SPEAK,” said Donalucas. “It warms my heart to know that many people are impacted and need help. Even if we help at least one person, I know it’s already a good cause.”

Brighton Youth Commission participates in many community projects.

e Brighton Youth Commission was formed to help develop policies for youth and introduce them to the City Council on issues that matter to youth.

SPEAK Week has grown yearly since 2012, involving many schools and o ering numerous activities for students and the community. e proceeds from the public’s participation

will go toward future SPEAK projects.

According to o cials, participating schools will be able to be involved in several di erent activities to accommodate student schedules.

ose include QPR Training, o ered by the youth council, which encourages friends and family to Question, Persuade, and Referral for those that need help and o ers teaching techniques and tools for handling someone in a crisis.

Training will be held at Brighton City Hall, 500 S. 4th Ave, on April 29, at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and May 1, at 6 p.m.

e council also produces a video that promotes valuable access to mental health, suicide prevention, and community support. It’s viewable during SPEAK Week on www. speak5k.org and live on YouTube.

e council also encourages participants to wear yellow to support the color that raises awareness for suicide prevention.  ey also o er activities that focus on self-care, su ering from mental health, and reducing student stress. e list of activities and resources is at www.speak5k.org.

e week will end with a 5K walk/ run at Carmichael Park, 650 Southern Street, on May 4. Festivities begin at 5 p.m., and the 5K will follow at 7:15 p.m.

Participating in the 5K is $20 for adults and $15 for students. e fee includes a candle, T-shirt, and swag bag). All proceeds will go towards future SPEAK projects. To register, visit www.speak5k.org.

For more information about SPEAK Week or how to get involved, visit www.speak5k.org or contact Youth Services Manager Tawnya Russell at trussell@brightonco.gov.

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Local Irish pubs keep tradition of Celtic culture alive

BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Everyone wants to be Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but luckily metro area residents can experience Gaelic culture any day of the year at local Irish pubs.

Irish pubs di er from the average sports bar or cocktail lounge, and not only because there’s guaranteed to be Guinness on the menu. A good pub is all about a welcoming and approachable environment, where patrons feel like one of the lads.

Colorado Community Media rounded up a few places to go for a pint and some shenanigans. Sláinte!

Nallen’s Irish Pub

1429 Market St., Denver

Nallen’s sells the most Guinness in Denver and it’s likely because the bar is known for the smoothest pour in town, per a trophy that proudly sits behind the bar.

John Nallen, an Ireland native who moved stateside in the ‘70s, said the secret to the perfect Guinness pour is patience.

“It’s a two-pour and you have to let it sit for a few minutes and then top it o ,” Nallen said. “We take the time to do it right.”

Nallen opened the bar with his family in 1992 and has since gained a reputation that’s led to hosting a number of celebrities, including Fergal Murray, who is a former brewmaster at Guinness, and musicians Toby Keith and U2.

e pub’s reputation has also

earned it a loyal group of regulars. Nallen said a comfortable and inviting atmosphere denes the Irish pub.

“ e local pub is kind of the living room of the Irish community,” Nallen said. “(Nallen’s) is a hang out place. ere’s no pressure.”

In addition to a variety of Irish whiskeys, the bar also has a selection of Irish creams, which it uses to make one of it’s signature drinks, the Shillelagh, a whiskey and cream mix. e drink is named after an Irish walking stick used by humans and leprechauns alike.

Landsdowne Arms

9352 Dorchester St., Highlands Ranch

As Landsdowne Arms prepares for its 20th anniversary next year, it’s busier than ever, fresh o a record-breaking St. Patrick’s Day weekend for the restaurant.

“Post COVID, to have such a big weekend, even though we don’t stay open until 2 a.m. anymore, is really incredible,” Steven Gregory, general manager at Landsdowne Arms, said. “We’re glad for our regular families we have come in.”

Gregory said the restaurant offers a family-friendly pub experience that blends Irish and Latino culinary dishes, drawing inspiration from the mix of cultures on sta . For example, the menu features traditional sh and chips, as well as sh tacos made with fried cod.

Nallen’s is known for having the best Guinness pour in the area, having won a trophy for their pints. Nallen said it all comes down to patience.

PHOTO BY MCKENNA HARFORD

IRISH PUB

“We have great Irish food and a meld of Irish and Latino culture beyond the Irish fare,” he said.

Other specialties are the Reuben, a roast beef sandwich dubbed the Dubliner and the Irish whiskey chicken and mushrooms.

At the bar, Landsdowne Arms serves up more than 45 varieties of Irish whiskeys and scotchs. ey also have their own take on the Irish car bomb called the Left Hook, which uses Hard Chaw Irish cream instead of Bailey’s.

e space includes a rooftop patio and private library room with a replace for events.

Darcy’s Bistro and Pub

4955 South Ulster St., #103, Denver e sister restaurant to Landsdowne Arms, pub-goers will nd a similar vibe and menu at this location, which opened in 2002. Gregory said it’s a popular date night spot thanks to its cozy atmosphere.

“Couples often come in to split a sh and chips or a Reuben,” he said,

Chef Jorge Garcia is known to add special menus for holidays, like Mardi Gras and Oktoberfest, as well as serving the classics. Specialties include bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie and sh and chips.

e bar o ers a selection of more than 20 Irish whiskeys and scotch options, as well as a rotating taplist alongside the usual Guinness and Smithwick’s. On Wednesdays, the bar has Jameson, Tullamore Dew and Bushmills for $7.

When describing what de nes an Irish pub, Gregory joked “mostly Jameson.”

Ned Kelly’s Irish Pub

5686 South Sycamore St., Littleton

Located in the heart of downtown Littleton, Ned Kelly’s opened in 2009 as a “raggedy local spot,” as Megan Casey, operating partner at Ned Kelly’s, put it, before growing into the establishment it is today.

Casey said the pub is beloved for its friendly environment where everyone is a regular.

“It’s a ‘Cheers’-like establishment,” Casey said. “Plenty of chat and fun, and always a bit of shenanigans.”

e pub serves a small menu of pizza and snacks from Grande Station, but there’s nothing small about the drink selection. Ned Kelly’s advertis-

es having one of the widest-ranging liquor selections in the area and bar keeps who can make anything.

For the full taste of Ireland’s brews, try an Irish ight, which includes Guinness, Smithwick’s, Harp and Kilkenny.

In its years in Littleton, Casey said Ned Kelly’s has seen countless great days, but one of the best each year is the St. Baldrick’s fundraiser.

St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a nonpro t that raises money to support children with cancer by sponsoring head-shaving contests. is year, Ned Kelly’s St. Baldrick’s event raised over $90,000 for the foundation, the most of any Denver area participant.

“Our St Baldrick’s event is a proud day for us, every year,” she said. “It’s good to give back.”

Clancy’s Irish Pub

7000 West 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge

Clancy’s Irish Pub was established in 1973 and claims on its website to be Colorado’s oldest Irish Pub. Despite being around for over 50 years, Clancy’s still keeps things fresh.

Chefs Jeremy Ramos and Shon Guy released a new dinner menu at the start of the year, which includes a mix of scratch-made traditional Irish fare and unique dishes, like the Irish Castro, a corned beef and pastrami sandwich in the style of a Cubano.

Classic corned beef and cabbage is served every Friday night.

e bar o ers more than 30 kinds of Irish whiskey and, of course, Guinness, Harp and Smithwick’s on tap.

e 6,000 square-foot pub, housing four bar areas and two patios,

frequently hosts live music, with music ranging from the expected Celtic style to bluegrass, blues and classic rock.

Every Tuesday the pubs hosts an open jam session for Celtic music where anyone can join in.

John Nallen, owner of Nallen’s Irish Pub, pours a Guinness at the bar. Nallen said an Irish pub is commonly known as the living room of Ireland because of the camaraderie.

PHOTOS BY MCKENNA HARFORD

Highlands Ranch pub Landsdowne Arms serves up a twist on the Irish car bomb called the left hook which uses Hard Chaw Irish cream. The restaurant is also popular for Celtic fare, like fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and bangers and mash.

Skyview standout opts for McCook

Jada Kemm said Nebraska school feels like home

BY STEVE SMITH SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Skyview High School senior Jada Kemm can spend the next two months or so minus one large item on her plate.

Kemm opted to play women’s basketball and study at McCook College in Nebraska.

“McCook feels like a home away from home,” Kemm said. “Coach (Brandon) Prichett made me feel like it was home. How the program is run is everything you would want.”

e vibes she felt after a visit made the choice easy.

“ e mantra is what it felt like, and everyone is family and treated the same while being pushed to be accountable and to be your best, much like home,” she said. “I was (able to take a campus tour), and I absolutely fell in love with the campus, especially the facilities and court.”

“I got to get a feel for everything, and I saw myself walking around campus for my academics, then going to the court and playing,” Kemm said. “I got to see the team play as they worked together and communicated with each other. I saw the ups and downs and still could see myself tting right in.”

Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely showed some interest, as did:

Western Wyoming Community College in Wyoming Chandler Commu-

e tour and a chance to visit with her new coach played a part in her decision, too.

nity College in Arizona

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“ e distance (from home) did come into my decision,” Kemm said. “I wanted to be far but just close enough so I could still visit frequently with my family and so they could also come visit and be a part of my experience.”

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FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

TO ALL INTERESTED GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES AND PUBLIC GROUPS:

As required by guidelines for the preparation of environmental impact statements, an environmental review has been performed on the proposed action below:

Project: Town of Lochbuie Elevated Water Storage Tank

Location: Weld County, Colorado

Project No.: 091051D-T

Total Estimated Project Cost:

$11,242,800

Project Description

The proposed project generally consists of the construction of a new elevated water storage tank and associated piping, valving, and appurtenances. The project is anticipated to receive funding from a Drinking Water Revolving Fund loan in the amount of $8,000,000 at an estimated interest rate of 3.5%.

The review process did not indicate that significant environmental impacts would result from the proposed action. Consequently, a preliminary decision not to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been made. The action is taken on the basis of a careful review of the engineering report, environmental assessment, and other supporting data that are on file in the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and are available for public review upon request.

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Ana Ruiz, Project Manager Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

WQCD-GLU-B2

4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246-1530

After evaluation of the comments received, the Division will make a final decision; however, no administrative decision will be taken on the project for at least 30 calendar days after publication of the Finding of No Significant Impact.

Dated this 20th day of March, 2024.

/s/: Margaret Talbott

Margaret Talbott, P.E.

Unit Manager - State Revolving Fund Program (Infrastructure Unit) Water Quality Control Division

Legal Notice No. BSB3079

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade City of Brighton

Public Notice

NOTICE OF BUDGET

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE RESIDENTS AND TAXPAYERS OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON THAT THE BRIGHTON CITY COUNCIL WILL CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2024 BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF BRIGHTON AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON CITY COUNCIL

ON TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024 AT 6:00 P.M. AT THE CITY HALL BUILDING, 500 SOUTH 4TH AVENUE, BRIGHTON, COLORADO. THE AMENDMENT TO THE 2024 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON IS ON FILE IN THE CITY OF BRIGHTON CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT THE CITY HALL BUILDING. ANY INTERESTED CITIZEN MAY INSPECT THE AMENDMENT DURING NORMAL OFFICE HOURS OF 8:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M., MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. IT IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE CITY’S WEBSITE WWW.BRIGHTONCO.GOV. ANY CITIZEN MAY APPEAR AT THE PUBLIC MEETING AND WILL BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT ON SAID BUDGET AMENDMENT IF THEY SO DESIRE. ANY CITIZEN MAY FILE ANY WRITTEN OBJECTIONS TO THE PROPOSED BUDGET AMENDMENT AT ANY TIME PRIOR TO THE FINAL ADOPTION OF THE AMENDMENT.

BY: KAYLA BARBER-PERROTTA

BUDGET AND PERFORMANCE MANAGER

CITY OF BRIGHTON

Legal Notice No. BSB3070

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Metropolitan Districts

Public Notice

The WEST ADAMS Conservation District is proposing to amend

Section 2 of its bylaws dealing with the number of supervisors on the District Board from five supervisors to no less than 5 and no more than 11 supervisors pursuant to and in agreement with state statutes, Senate Bill 95-120, and amendments to 35-70-107 of Colorado Revised Statutes.

The WEST ADAMS Conservation District bylaws will read:

Section 2. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS. The election, qualifications, term of office, and duties of the Board of Supervisors shall be as provided in Section 35-170-105 and 107 of the Soil Conservation Act and as provided in Section 4 of these bylaws. At least 66 percent of the supervisors shall be agricultural producers and qualified electors within the district. The board shall consist of 5 to 11 supervisors elected for alternating four-year terms. Terms of office will be determined at the first organizational meeting of the board.

Legal Notice No. BSB3075

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Metro Districts

Budget Hearings

Public Notice

AMENDED 2024 BUDGET

VILLAGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT (the District”), will hold a meeting at 8455 Heritage Drive, Thornton, Colorado and via teleconference on April 11, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Board including a public hearing to amend the 2024 budget (the “Amended Budget”). This meeting can be joined using the following teleconference information:

https://zoom.us/j/96940168555; Meeting ID: 969 4016 8555; Call-in Number: 720-707-2699

A copy of the Amended Budget is on file in the office of West South Platte Water, LLC, 10450 E. 159th Court, Brighton, where the same is open for public inspection.

Any interested elector of the District may file any objections to the Amended Budget at any time prior to final adoption of the Amended Budget by the Board. This meeting is open to the public and the agenda for any meeting may be obtained at https://toddcreekvillage.org/ or by calling (303) 858-1800.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

TODD CREEK VILLAGE METROPOLITAN

DISTRICT, a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado

/s/ WHITE BEAR ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON

Attorneys at Law

Legal Notice No. BSB3071

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Summons and Sheriff Sale

Public Notice

COUNTY COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601

Phone Number: 303-659-1161x143

Plaintiff: FARMINGTON HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

v.

Defendant(s): DANNY LY

Case No.: 2023C042173

Div: 1

Attorney: Jeremy Brett Daz Fletcher, Esq. Jeffrey B. Smith, Esq.

Firm Name: Altitude Community Law P.C.

Address: 555 Zang Street, Suite 100 Lakewood, Colorado 80228-1011

Phone Number: 303.432.9999

email: jfletcher@altitude.law and jsmith@altitude.law

Atty. Reg. #: 55932 and 40490

File No. 9303.0567

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO

TO: DANNY LY

You are hereby summoned and required to file with the Clerk of the Court an answer or other response to the complaint filed against you in this case. You are required to file your answer or other response on or before:

April 30, 2024 at 8:30 A.M., in the Adams County Court, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601.

The nature of this action is a proceeding in rem. The relief sought by the Plaintiff(s) is an Injunction which will affect the following property:

5504 E. 101st Place, Thornton, CO 80229 also known as SUB:FARMINGTON SUBD BLK:14 LOT:4, Adams County, Colorado (the “Property”).

If you fail to file your answer or other response on or before the date and time shown above, the relief sought may be granted by default by the Court without further notice.

Dated at , Colorado, this day of , 2024.

CLERK OF THE COURT

By: Deputy Clerk

This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 304(e), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. This form should not be used where personal service is desired.

WARNING: ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. IN SOME CASES, A REQUEST FOR A JURY TRIAL MAY BE DENIED PURSUANT TO LAW EVEN THOUGH A JURY FEE HAS BEEN PAID.

Legal Notice No. BSB3047

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 18, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

INITIAL COMBINED NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM

Plaintiff, Box Elder Creek Ranch Water Company

v.

Defendants, Juan Hinojos, Cinnia Elda Urquidi Herrera and Martha E. Urquidi Almonte

Regarding: LOT 70, BOX ELDER CREEK RANCH, FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known as: 16390 Rayburn Street, Hudson, CO 80642

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 Adams County, Colorado at 9:00 a.m., on the 30th day of May 2024, at 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado 80601: phone number 303-655-3272. 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.

**BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THEIR HIGHEST BID AT TIME OF SALE. **

Further, for the purpose of paying off, curing default or redemption, as provided by statute, intent must be directed to or conducted at the above address of the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Department of Adams County, Colorado.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY.

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: May 2, 2024

Published In: Brighton Standard Blade

NOTICE OF RIGHT TO CURE AND RIGHT TO REDEEM

RE: Sheriff’s Sale of Real Property pursuant to Order and Decree of Foreclosure and C.R.S. 38-38- 101 et seq.

This is to advise you that a Sheriff sale proceeding has been commenced through the office of the undersigned Sheriff pursuant to a Court Order and Decree dated December 19, 2023, and C.R.S. 38-38-101 et seq., by Box Elder Creek Ranch Water Company., the current holder of a lien recorded on April 12, 2022 at Rec. No. 2022000032283, in the records of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Adams, State of Colorado. The judicial foreclosure is based on a default under the Box Elder Creek Ranch Water Company Amended and Restated Rules and Regulations, effective January 1, 2004. The notice, as recorded, establishes a lien for the benefit of Box Elder Creek Ranch Water Company, WHICH LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AND IMPROVEMENTS.

You may have an interest in the real property being affected, or have certain rights or suffer certain liabilities or loss of your interest in the subject property as a result of said foreclosure. You may have the right to redeem the real property or you may have the right to cure a default under the instrument being foreclosed. Any Notice of Intent to Cure must be filed no later than fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the date of the foreclosure sale. A notice of intent to cure filed pursuant to section 38-38-104 shall be filed with the officer at least fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the first scheduled sale date or any date to which the sale is continued.

A notice of intent to redeem filed pursuant to section 38-38-302 shall be filed with the officer no later than eight (8) business days after the sale.

In this regard, you may desire and are advised to consult with your own private attorney.

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BURAU (CFBP), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSUE PROCESS.

Colorado Attorney General Federal 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444

www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503

Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372

www.consumerfinance.gov

Further, you are advised that the parties liable thereon, the owner of the property described above, or those with an interest in the subject property, may take appropriate and timely action under Colorado statutes, certain sections of which are attached hereto.

In order to be entitled to take advantage of any rights provided for under Colorado law, you must strictly comply and adhere to the provisions of the law. Further, you are advised that the attached Colorado statutes merely set forth the applicable portions of Colorado statutory law relating to curative and redemption rights; therefore, you should read and review all the applicable statutes and laws in order to determine the requisite proce-

Public Notices

dures and provisions which control your rights in the subject property.

DATED in Colorado this 14th day of February 2024.

Sheriff of Adams County, Colorado

Gene R. Claps

By: Kathy Grosshans, Deputy Sheriff

ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF:

DAVID ANDERSON LAW, LLC

355 Eastman Park Drive, #200 Windsor, CO 80550

Statutes attached: §§38-37-108, 38-38-103, 3838-104, 38-38-301, 38-38-304, 38-38-305, and 38-38-306, C.R.S., as amended.

Legal Notice No. BSB3077

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: May 2, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, 80601

Plaintiff: FRONTERRA VILLAGE FILING NO.3 HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation;

Defendants: PAMELA M. LUXFORD; EDWARD A. GRAU; WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; ADAMS COUNTY TREASURER; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION.

Attorneys for Plaintiff: THE DUPONT LAW FIRM, LLC

Stephane R. Dupont, #39425

Address: PO Box 1073, Castle Rock, CO 80104

Phone Number: (720) 644-6115

Case Number: 2023CV031157

Div.: Ctrm.

SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM

Under a January 13, 2024 Order on Motion for Default Judgment of Foreclosure and Order and Decree of Foreclosure in the above- captioned action, I am ordered to sell certain real property as follows:

Original Lienee(s)

Pamela M. Luxford & Edward A. Grau

Original Lienor Fronterra Village Filing No. 3 Homeowners Association, Inc.

Current Holder of the evidence of debt Fronterra Village Filing No. 3 Homeowners Association, Inc.

Date of Lien being foreclosed January 23, 2023

Date of Recording of Lien being foreclosed January 24, 2024

County of Recording Adams

Recording Information 2023000004109

Original Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness $1,338.08

Outstanding Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness as of the date hereof $10,468.46

Amount of Foreclosure

Judgment entered January 13, 2023

$8,986.46

Description of property to be foreclosed:

LOT 5, BLOCK 17, FRONTERRA VILLAGE FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known as: 9776 Nucla Street, Commerce City, CO 80022

THE PROPERTY TO BE FORECLOSED AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN.

THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The covenants of Plaintiff have been violated as follows: failure to make payments on said indebtedness when the same were due and owing.

NOTICE OF SALE

THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at 9:00 A.M. o’clock A.M., on May 9 2024, at the Adams County Justice Center 1st floor Adams County Sheriff’s Civil Office, located at 1100 Judicial Center Dr, Brighton, CO 8060 to sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication: March 14, 2024

Last Publication: April 11, 2024

Name of Publication:

Brighton Standard Blade

NOTICE OF RIGHTS

YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO LAW

AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE.

YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF THE STATUTES WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS ARE ATTACHED HERETO.

A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE PURSUANT TO §38-38-104, C.R.S., SHALL BE FILED WITH THE OFFICER AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED.

A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO §38-38-302, C.R.S., SHALL BE FILED WITH THE OFFICER NO LATER THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE SALE.

The name, address and telephone number of each of the attorneys representing the holder of the evidence of the debt is as follows:

Stephane R. Dupont

The Dupont Law Firm, LLC PO Box 1073

Castle Rock, CO 80104

Phone: 720-644-6115

E-mail: sdupont@dupontlawco.com

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Date: March 6, 2024.

By: Gene R. Claps Adams County Sheriff Adams County, Colorado

Statutes attached: §§38-37-108, 38-38-103, 3838-104, 38-38-301, 38-38-304, 38-38-305, and 38-38-306, C.R.S., as amended.

Legal Notice No. BSB3043

First Publication: March 14, 2024

Last Publication: April 11, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601

Plaintiff(s): CITY OF WESTMINSTER, a Municipal Corporation v.

Defendant(s): BETTY L. DOYLE; FIDELITY HOMESTEAD ASSOCIATES, LLC, and ALEXANDER L. VILLAGRAN or his successors, solely in his official capacity as the ADAMS COUNTY TREASURER and PUBLIC TRUSTEE.

Case No.: 2023CV31217

Attorneys For Plaintiff: ANDERSON NOTARIANNI MCMAHON LLC

Geoffrey P. Anderson, No. 14907

Elizabeth S. Marcus, No. 16092 1290 Broadway, Suite 1700 Denver, Colorado 80203 (303) 458-7117 ganderson@anm-law.com; liz@anm0law.com

SHERIFF’S COMBINED

NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHTS TO CURE AND REDEEM – PUBLICATION

To Whom It May Concern: This notice is given with regard to the following: Order Granting Motion for Entry of Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure entered January 13, 2024, in the above-referenced action, I am ordered to sell certain property, as follows:

Judgment Debtor: BETTY L. DOYLE

Original Holder of the Evidence of Debt (JUDGMENT CREDITOR): CITY OF WESTMINSTER, a Municipal Corporation

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt (JUDGMENT CREDITOR): CITY OF WESTMINSTER, a Municipal Corporation

Date of Judgment: January 13, 2024

Date Judgment and Decree Recorded: January 24,2024

County of Recording: Adams

Recording Reception Number: 2024000003876

Original Principal Debt (Original Judgment Amount): $126,098.76

Outstanding Principal Amount: $126,098.76

Description of the property to be foreclosed: LOT 2, BLOCK 2, LES-LEA MANORS FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 7731 Knox Court, Westminster, CO 80030

THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The Judgment Debtor has failed to satisfy the amounts due and owing under the abovereferenced judgment.

NOTICE OF SALE

THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

THAT I WILL, at 9:00 AM, on May 30, 2024 at 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado 80601, sell the property described above, at public auction to the highest bidder who has submitted bid funds for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Judgment Debtor and the heirs and assigns of said Judgment Debtor therein, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase as provided by law.

First Publication April 4, 2024

Last Publication May 2, 2024

Newspaper: Brighton Standard Blade

Number of Clips: Five

NOTICE OF RIGHTS

YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE.

YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM THE SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF SAID STATUTES, AS SUCH STATUTES ARE PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED, WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS SHALL BE SENT WITH ALL MAILED COPIES OF THIS NOTICE. HOWEVER, YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE DETERMINED BY PREVIOUS STATUTES.

• 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.

All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at 303-655-3272.

The name, address and phone number of the attorney representing the Holder/Judgment Creditor: Elizabeth S. Marcus, Esq., 1290 Broadway, Suite 1700, Denver, Colorado 80203 Phone: (303) 458-7117

Said proceeding may result in the loss of property in which you have an interest and may create a personal debt against you. You may wish to seek the advice of your own private attorney concerning your rights in relation to this foreclosure proceeding.

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN BANKRUPTCY OR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN

DISCHARGED, THE COLLECTION ACTION DESCRIBED IN THIS NOTICE SHALL BE AGAINST THE REAL PROPERTY THAT SECURES THE DEBT AND NOT AGAINST YOU PERSONALLY.

This Sheriff’s Notice of Sale is signed February 15, 2024.

Adams County Sheriff

Gene R. Claps

By: Kathy Grosshans, Deputy Sheriff

Adams County Sheriff

Legal Notice No. BSB3076

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: May 2, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Misc. Private Legals

Public Notice

NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND FORECLOSURE SALE

WHEREAS, on December 22, 2005, a certain Deed of Trust was executed by Adelida G. Montoya as grantor(s) in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as beneficiary and Public Trustee of Adams County as trustee, and was recorded on December 30, 2005 As Reception Number 20051230001433070 in the Office of the Clerk and Recorder, Adams County, Colorado; and

WHEREAS, the Deed of Trust was insured by the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (the Secretary) pursuant to the National Housing Act for the purpose of providing single family housing; and

WHEREAS, beneficial interest in the Deed of Trust is now owned by the Secretary, pursuant to an assignment dated March 9, 2018, and recorded on March 13, 2018, as Reception Number 2018000020691, in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Adams County, Colorado; and

WHEREAS, a default has been made in the covenants and conditions of the Deed of Trust in that the payment due on April 17, 2021, was not made and remains wholly unpaid as of the date of this notice, and no payment has been made sufficient to restore the loan to currency; and

WHEREAS, the entire amount delinquent as of March 19, 2024, is $176 765.04; and

WHEREAS, by virtue of this default, the Secretary has declared the entire amount of the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust to be immediately due and payable;

NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to powers vested in me by the Single Family Mortgage Foreclosure Act of 1994, 12 U.S.C. 3751 et seq., by 24 CFR part 27, subpart B, and by the Secretary’s designation of me as Foreclosure Commissioner, recorded on August 29, 2023, as Reception Number 2023000049254, notice is hereby given that on MAY 8, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. local time, all real and personal property at or used in connection with the following described premises (“Property”) will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder:

LOTS 7 AND 8, BLOCK 2, HOME ADDITION TO BRIGHTON, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO*

*CORRECTED BY CORRECTIVE AFFIDAVIT RECORDED ON AUGUST 10, 2007 AT RECEPTION NO. 2007000077114

Commonly known as:

The sale will be held at 68 North 7th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development will bid $176 765.04.

There will be no proration of taxes, rents or other income or liabilities, except that the purchaser will pay, at or before closing, his prorata share of any real estate taxes that have been paid by the Secretary to the date of the foreclosure sale.

When making their bids, all bidders except the Secretary must submit a deposit totaling $17 676.50 [10% of the Secretary’s bid] in the form of a certified check or cashier’s check made out to the Secretary of HUD. A deposit need not accompany each oral bid. If the successful bid is oral, a deposit of $17 676.50 must be presented before the bidding is closed. The deposit is

nonrefundable. The remainder of the purchase price must be delivered within 30 days of the sale or at such other time as the Secretary may determine for good cause shown, time being of the essence. This amount, like the bid deposits, must be delivered in the form of a certified or cashier’s check. If the Secretary is the highest bidder, he need not pay the bid amount in cash. The successful bidder will pay all conveying fees, all real estate and other taxes that are due on or after the delivery date of the remainder of the payment and all other costs associated with the transfer of title. At the conclusion of the sale, the deposits of the unsuccessful bidders will be returned to them.

The Secretary may grant an extension of time within which to deliver the remainder of the payment. All extensions will be for 15-day increments for a fee of $500.00, paid in advance. The extension fee shall be in the form of a certified or cashier’s check made payable to the Secretary of HUD. If the high bidder closes the sale prior to the expiration of any extension period, the unused portion of the extension fee shall be applied toward the amount due.

If the high bidder is unable to close the sale within the required period, or within any extensions of time granted by the Secretary, the high bidder may be required to forfeit the cash deposit or, at the election of the foreclosure commissioner after consultation with the HUD representative, will be liable to HUD for any costs incurred as a result of such failure. The Commissioner may, at the direction of the HUD representative, offer the property to the second highest bidder for an amount equal to the highest price offered by that bidder.

There is no right of redemption, or right of possession based upon a right of redemption, in the mortgagor or others subsequent to a foreclosure completed pursuant to the Act. Therefore, the Foreclosure Commissioner will issue a Deed to the purchaser(s) upon receipt of the entire purchase price in accordance with the terms of the sale as provided herein. HUD does not guarantee that the property will be vacant.

The scheduled foreclosure sale shall be cancelled or adjourned if it is established, by documented written application of the mortgagor to the Foreclosure Commissioner not less than 3 days before the date of sale, or otherwise, that the default or defaults upon which the foreclosure is based did not exist at the time of service of this notice of default and foreclosure sale, or all amounts due under the mortgage agreement are tendered to the Foreclosure Commissioner, in the form of a certified or cashier’s check payable to the Secretary of HUD, before public auction of the property is completed.

Tender of payment by certified or cashier’s check or application for cancellation of the foreclosure sale shall be submitted to the address of the Foreclosure Commissioner provided below.

Date: 3/21/2024

Foreclosure Commissioner

IDEA Law Group, LLC

Jennifer C. Rogers 4530 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. 10 Las Vegas, NV 89119 877-353-2146

Legal Notice No. BSB3072

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 18, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address:1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, CO 80601

Plaintiff: PARKSIDE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 2 HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation vs.

Defendants: THE MARJORIE M MCCANDLESS IRREVOCABLE TRUST; FRANK BECKA INDIVIDUALLY AND AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE MARJORIE M MCCANDLESS IRREVOCALBLE TRUST; THE ESTATE OF CHRISTINE BECKA aka CHRISTINE BEKA; ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MARJORIE M MCCANDLESS; and ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CHRISTINE BECKA

Case No: 2024CV030030

Public Notices

Division: C

Attorney for Plaintiff

VIAL FOTHERINGHAM LLP

Kathryn Willard, #50236, kathryn.willard@vf-law.com

Lisa Cancanon, #42043, lisa.cancanon@vf-law.com

12600 W. Colfax, Ste. C200 Lakewood, CO 80215

Phone: (720) 943-8811

File Number: COP105-019

SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION

The People of the State of Colorado

To the Defendants named above:

You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the Complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court.

Please take notice that the Complaint requests foreclosure of a statutory and contractual lien, as well as judgment for past-due assessments and late fees, together with attorney fees and costs, in the amount of $14,428.86 as of January 4, 2024, plus all amounts coming due after the filing of the Complaint.

If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice.

This is an action originally filed January 4, 2024, and published in the Brighton Standard Blade beginning March 7, 2024, and ending April 4, 2024.

Dated: February 21, 2024

VIAL FOTHERINGHAM LLP

Lisa Cancanon, #42043 Attorney for Plaintiff

This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4, C.R.C.P., as amended.

WARNING: A VALID SUMMONS MAY BE ISSUED BY A LAWYER AND IT NEED NOT CONTAIN A COURT CASE NUMBER, THE SIGNATURE OF A COURT OFFICER, OR A COURT SEAL. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTACTING THE COURT TO OBTAIN FURTHER INFORMATION. YOU MUST RESPOND AS EXPLAINED IN THIS SUMMONS.

Legal Notice No. BSB3035

First Publication: March 7, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Notice to Creditors

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Karen Ann Sawicki

aka Karen A. Sawicki

aka Karen Sawicki, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30178

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 16, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Tamathia Sawicki

Personal Representative

Paul R. Danborn (24528)

Frie, Arndt, Danborn & Thiessen P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., #201 Arvada, Colorado 80003

303/420-1234

Attorney for Personal Representative

Legal Notice No. BSB3073

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 18, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Cheryl Ann Reffel,

aka Cheryl A. Reffel, aka Cheryl Reffel, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30135

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 2, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Melissa Kaye Deaguero

Personal Representative

11460 Ironton Street Henderson, CO 80640

Legal Notice No. BSB3067

First Publication: March 28, 2024

Last Publication: April 11, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Dorothy M. Mitchell, aka Dorothy Mae Mitchell, aka Dorothy Mitchell, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30120

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 5, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Jolyn Walker-Cardos

Personal Representative

11340 Racine Ct Henderson, CO 80640

Legal Notice No. BSB3068

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 18, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of ETHYL JEAN KNUTSON, a/k/a Ethel Jean Knutson, a/k/a Ethel Knutson, a/k/a Jean Knutson, a/k/a Ethyl Knutson, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30145

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before August 4, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Align Fiduciary Services, LLC, PO Box 150, Lafayette, CO 80026

Legal Notice No. BSB3078

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 18, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, Colorado 80601

In the Interest of:

Angel Duran

Respondent/Minor

Case Number: 2024 PR 30141

Division: T1

NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION

PURSUANT TO §15-10-401, C.R.S.

To: Juan Angel Duran

Last Known Address: Unknown in Adams County

A hearing on the Amended Petition for Approval of Settlement of Claims Pursuant to Rule 62 of the Colorado Rules of Probate Procedure for the above Respondent/Minor. The Petition filed requests Court approval of the settlement and the net settlement funds will deposited in a restricted account.

A hearing will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:

Date: May 10, 2024

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Courtroom: T1

Address:

https://judicial.webex.com/meet/D17-BRGTDIVT1

Meeting ID: 2590 929 2405

Phone: (720) 650-7664

Andrew Rogers, Attorney for Petitioner Maria Mosqueda Torres 1660 South Albion Street, Suite 1100 Denver, Colorado 80222

Legal Notice No. BSB3050

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Martha Ann Bradfield, a/k/a Martha Bradfield, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30107

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before July 21, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Justine Young

Personal Representative 30190 County Road 356 Buena Vista, CO 81211

Legal Notice No. BSB3051

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, Colorado 80601

In the Interest of:

Melanie Duran

Respondent/Minor

Case Number: 2024 PR 30142

Division: T1

NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION

PURSUANT TO §15-10-401, C.R.S.

To: Juan Angel Duran

Last Known Address:

Unknown in Adams County

A hearing on the Amended Petition for Approval of Settlement of Claims Pursuant to Rule 62 of the Colorado Rules of Probate Procedure for the above Respondent/Minor. The Petition filed requests Court approval of the settlement and the net settlement funds will deposited in a restricted account.

A hearing will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:

Date: May 10, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Courtroom: T1

Address:

https://judicial.webex.com/meet/D17-BRGTDIVT1

Meeting ID: 2590 929 2405

Phone: (720) 650-7664

Andrew Rogers, Attorney for Petitioner Maria Mosqueda Torres 1660 South Albion Street, Suite 1100 Denver, Colorado 80222

Legal Notice No. BSB3049

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of VICTOR CHARLES SHOWALTER, aka VICTOR C. SHOWALTER, aka VICTOR

Deborah A. Ytterberg, Atty. Reg. #: 50895

CRAIG D. JOHNSON & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

8 Garden Center, Unit 2

Broomfield, CO 80020

Phone Number: 303-466-2335

FAX Number: 303-466-6342

E-mail: dytterberg@cdjlaw.com

Legal Notice No. BSB3048

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Gail L. Smith, aka Gail Lavonne Smith, aka Gail Smith, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30070

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 30, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

James E. Smith

Personal Representative 23880 E. 152nd Ave. Brighton, CO 80603

Legal Notice No. BSB3069

First Publication: April4, 2024

Last Publication: April 18, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of MANUEL SIERRA-DELGADO, Deceased

Case Number: 2024 PR 30211

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before July 29, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Bertha Nunez Pena

Personal Representative c/o EIRICH LAW FIRM

10233 S. Parker Rd., Suite 300 Parker, CO 80134

Legal Notice No. BSB3059

First Publication: March 28, 2024

Last Publication: April 11, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Name Changes

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on February 29, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The petition requests that the name of Corey Jo Lauren Babi be changed to Korrie Jo Lauren Babi

Case No.: 24 C 33640

By: Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. BSB3053

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Northglenn-Thornton Sentinel

Children Services (Adoption/Guardian/Other)

Public Notice

STATE OF COLORADO

IN THE DISTRICT COURT

Azlyn Lapenna, Xylin Lapenna Children, and Concerning

Cierra Lapenna, Jerin Fritchell, Michael Thief (aka Michael Tefft, Michael Thief, Michael Teft), John Doe Respondents

S U M M O N S

To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETINGS: Michael Thief (aka Michael Tefft, Michael Thief, Michael Teft) and John Doe

You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty.

You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition.

You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 31st day of May, 2024 at the hour of 9:10 am. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601.

Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 27th day of March, 2024.

Alana Percy Clerk of the District Court

Legal Notice No. BSB3081

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601

Child: Jayden Smith

Respondents: Kansas Boyd, John Doe, Christopher Millsap

Special Respondent: Brittany Boyd

Case Number: 22JV33

Div: D

ORDER OF ADVISEMENT

NOTICE TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPONDENTS,: Kansas Boyd, Christopher Millsap

YOU ARE HEREBY ADVISED that the Petitioner, has filed a Motion to Terminate the Parent-Child Legal Relationship which now exists between you and the above-named child(ren);

YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED that the Motion has been set for hearing in Division D of the District Court in and for the County of Adams, Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado, on the 27th day of June, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. and on the 28th day of June, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., at which time the Petitioner must prove by clear and convincing evidence that: 1) That the child(ren) was adjudicated dependent or neglected; 2) That an appropriate treatment plan has not reasonably been complied with by the parent or has not been successful; 3) That the parents are unfit; 4) That the conduct or condition of the parent or parents is unlikely to change within a reasonable time; no less drastic alternative to termination exists, and 6) That it is in the best interests of the child(ren) that the parent-child legal relationship which exists between the child(ren) and the respondent(s) be terminated and severed.

All persons having claims

COUNTY OF ADAMS

Division D No. 22JV30103

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO

IN THE INTEREST OF:

OR 1) That the child(ren) has been abandoned by parent or parents in that the parent or parents have surrendered physical custody for a period of six months and during this period have not manifested to the child(ren), the court or to the person having physical custody a firm intention to assume or obtain physical custody or to make permanent legal arrangements for the care of the child(ren); and 2) That it is in the best interests of the child(ren) that the parentchild legal relationship which exists between the child(ren) and the respondent(s) be terminated and severed.

OR 1) That the child(ren) has been abandoned by

Public Notices

parent or parents in that the identity of the parent of the child is unknown and has been unknown for three months or more and that reasonable efforts to identify and locate the parent in accordance with section 19-3-603 have failed; and 2) That it is in the best interests of the child(ren) that the parent-child legal relationship which exists between the child(ren) and the respondent(s) be terminated and severed.

If a grandparent, aunt, uncle, brother, or sister of the child is requesting guardianship or legal custody of the child such request must be filed within twenty days of the filing of this motion.

YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED that you have the right to have legal counsel represent you in all matters connected with the Motion to Terminate the Parent-Child Legal Relationship. If you cannot afford to pay the fees of legal counsel, you are advised that the Court will appoint legal counsel to represent you at no cost to you upon your request and upon your showing of an inability to pay.

If you have any questions concerning the foregoing advisement, you should immediately contact either your legal counsel or the Court.

Done and signed on: March 18, 2024

BY THE COURT:

District Court Judge/Magistrate STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D No. 22JV33

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF:

Jayden Smith A Child, and Concerning

Respondents: Kansas Boyd, Christopher Millsap, Michael Millsap, John Doe S U M M O N S

To the parents, guardian, or respondents named

above, GREETINGS: Christopher Millsap

You are notified that a request has been filed in the Court named above to establish paternity and determine who is the legal parent of the child, Jayden Smith. The People of the State of Colorado are requesting the Court enter an order finding that you are the legal parent of the child, Jayden Smith. See C.R.S. 19-4-107(1)(a).

You have the right to deny paternity at a hearing, which has been scheduled as noted below. If you fail to appear at the hearing, the Court may enter the order establishing paternity and find you are the legal parent of the child, Jayden Smith.

The Court has set a hearing to address this request on April 18, 2024, at 11:00 am. You are notified to appear before the Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601 in Division D at this date and time.

Once you receive this Summons, you must comply with these Court orders for the next 120 days. You may ask the Court to change the duration of these orders. See C.R.S. § 19-4-105.5:

1. All parties are prevented from molesting or disturbing the peace of another party; and

2. No party may remove the child from the state without the consent of the other parties, or without a Court order; and

3. No party may cancel, modify, terminate, or allow to lapse for non-payment, any health or life insurance policy that provides coverage to the children or names them as beneficiaries. Changes to these policies may be made with at least 14 days’ notice and written consent of all the parties, or with a Court Order.

Under C.R.S. § 19-4-105.5, a request to have genetic testing done will not prejudice that party when the Court allocates parental responsibilities pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-124(1.5). If genetic tests are not done and entered into evidence before the final order establishing parentage, then they may not be allowed into evidence at a later date.

Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 27th day of March, 2024.

Alana Percy Clerk of the District Court

Legal Notice No. BSB3080

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

STATE OF COLORADO

IN THE DISTRICT COURT

COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D1 No. 24JV30061

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF:

Baby Boy Doe

A Child(ren), and Concerning

Jane Doe (AKA Lidia Allagash Wilderness), John Doe

Respondents: S U M M O N S

To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETINGS: Jane Doe (AKA Lidia Allagash Wilderness) and John Doe

You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty.

You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition.

You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 24th day of April, 2024 at the hour of 9:30 a.m. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601.

Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 27th day of March, 2024.

Alana Percy

Clerk of the District Court

Legal Notice No. BSB3082

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601

Child: Alberto David Cavazos Jr.

Respondents: Angelina Marie Cordova, Robert Martinez

Special Respondents: Jessica Cordova, Toni Garcia

Case Number: 22JV30131

Div: S

ORDER OF ADVISEMENT

NOTICE TO THE ABOVE-NAMED RESPON-

DENTS,: Angelina Marie Cordova and Robert Martinez

YOU ARE HEREBY ADVISED that the Petitioner, has filed a Motion to Terminate the Parent-Child Legal Relationship which now exists between you and the above-named child(ren);

YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED that the Motion has been set for hearing in Division S of the District Court in and for the County of Adams, Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado, on the 16th day of May, 2024, at 9:30 am, at which time the Petitioner must prove by clear and convincing evidence that: 1) That the child(ren) was adjudicated dependent or neglected; 2) That an appropriate treatment plan has not reasonably been complied with by the parent or has not been successful; 3) That the parents are unfit; 4) That the conduct or condition of the parent or parents is unlikely to change within a reasonable time; no less drastic alternative to termination exists, and 6) That it is in the best interests of the child(ren) that the parent-child legal relationship which exists between the child(ren) and the respondent(s)

be terminated and severed.

OR 1) That the child(ren) has been abandoned by parent or parents in that the parent or parents have surrendered physical custody for a period of six months and during this period have not manifested to the child(ren), the court or to the person having physical custody a firm intention to assume or obtain physical custody or to make permanent legal arrangements for the care of the child(ren); and 2) That it is in the best interests of the child(ren) that the parent-child legal relationship which exists between the child(ren) and the respondent(s) be terminated and severed. OR 1) That the child(ren) has been abandoned by parent or parents in that the identity of the parent of the child is unknown and has been unknown for three months or more and that reasonable efforts to identify and locate the parent in accordance with section 19-3-603 have failed; and 2) That it is in the best interests of the child(ren) that the parent-child legal relationship which exists between the child(ren) and the respondent(s) be terminated and severed.

If a grandparent, aunt, uncle, brother, or sister of the child is requesting guardianship or legal custody of the child such request must be filed within twenty days of the filing of this motion.

YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED that you have the right to have legal counsel represent you in all matters connected with the Motion to Terminate the Parent-Child Legal Relationship. If you cannot afford to pay the fees of legal counsel, you are advised that the Court will appoint legal counsel to represent you at no cost to you upon your request and upon your showing of an inability to pay.

If you have any questions concerning the foregoing advisement, you should immediately contact either your legal counsel or the Court.

Done and signed on: March 25, 2024.

BY THE COURT:

District Court Judge/Magistrate

Legal Notice No. BSB3074

First Publication: April 4, 2024

Last Publication: April 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade ###

PERSONS MAY ATTEND.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

The Ewing Gravel Pit is located directly north of Fort Lupton in Weld County, CO in part of the Southeast ¼ (SE ¼) of Section 30, Township 2 North, Range 66 West, of the 6th Principal Meridian (PM) and part of the East ½ (E ½) of the Southwest ¼ (SW ¼) of Section 30, Township 2 North, Range 66 West, of the 6th Principal Meridian (PM). The legal description is as follows:

A PLAT OF A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE CITY OF FORT LUPTON, COLORADO, LOCATED IN THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

PARCEL A:

THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF SECTION THIRTY (30), TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., EXCEPT THE TRACT OF LAND CONVEYED IN QUIT CLAIM DEED RECORDED MARCH 13, 1967 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 1501076, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE1/4) OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., WELD COUNTY COLORADO, DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SE1/4; THENCE NORTH ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SE1/4, A DISTANCE OF 1082.00 FEET; THENCE S60°45’W, A DISTANCE OF 135.41 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY R.O.W. LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 85, SAID POINT BEING THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE S58° 45’W, A DISTANCE OF 211.18 FEET; THENCE S55°03’W A DISTANCE OF 454.35 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89°19’30”W, A DISTANCE OF 405.42 FEET TO A POINT ON THE CENTERLINE OF THE PLATTEVILLE DITCH; THENCE ALONG SAID CENTERLINE BY THE FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES;

S32°57’W, 57.98 FEET; S46°21’W, 200.00 FEET; S59°36’W, 115.00 FEET; S84°25’45”W, 145.00 FEET TO THE BEGINNING OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 72.62 FEET (THE RADIUS OF SAID CURVE IS 48.64 FEET AND THE DELTA IS 85°32’45”); THENCE S01 ° 07’E, 304.28 FEET; S49°40’30”E, 65.07 FEET MORE OR LESS TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SE1/4 SECTION 30; THENCE N89° 51’E ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 1366.39 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY R.O.W. OF U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 85; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID R.O.W. LINE, A DISTANCE OF 1015. 84 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. AND ALSO EXCEPTING A TRACT OF LAND SITUATED IN SE1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SE1/4; THENCE DUE EAST 720 FEET; THENCE NORTH 66° 24’ WEST 810 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 320 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; AND ALSO EXCEPTING A TRACT OF LAND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF THE SE 1/4 FROM WHICH POINT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 30 BEARS NORTH 2°26’ EAST, A DISTANCE OF 2640.6 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 0°05’ EAST, 1619.0 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH PROPERTY LINE; THENCE NORTH 60° 40’ EAST, A DISTANCE OF 137.5 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 30; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SECTION 30, NORTH 0°05’ WEST, A DISTANCE OF 1551.8 FEET TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SE 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 SOUTH 89°55’30” WEST, A DISTANCE OF 120.0 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING,

AND ALSO EXCEPTING THAT TRACT OF LAND CONVEYED BY WARRANTY DEED RECORDED JULY 11, 2001 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 2865029, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

THAT PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION THIRTY, TOWNSHIP TWO NORTH, RANGE SIXTY-SIX WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION THIRTY, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE SIXTYSIX WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, FROM WHENCE THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION THIRTY BEARS S00° 20’40”W, AND WITH ALL BEARINGS CONTAINED HEREIN RELATIVE THERETO; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION THIRTY, N89° 43’26”E A DISTANCE OF 385.26 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 59°17’18”W A DISTANCE OF 180.22 FEET; THENCE S54° 56’22”W A DISTANCE OF 94.45 FEET; THENCE S63 34’06W A DISTANCE OF 172.35 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 30; THENCE ALONG SAID WEST LINE N00° 20’40”E A DISTANCE OF 221.16 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. AND ALSO EXCEPTING THAT PARCEL CONVEYED TO THE STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION OF COLORADO IN DEED RECORDED FEBRUARY 3, 1964 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 1428041, COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO.

PARCEL B:

A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST (SW 1/4) OF SECTION THIRTY (30), TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGIN-

NING AT A POINT 350 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 30; THENCE SOUTH 69° WEST 416 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 28° 45’ WEST 550 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 11° WEST 992 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 66° 24’ EAST 920 FEET; THENCE DUE NORTH 1970 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO

Legal Notice No. FLP1021

First Publication: March 21, 2024

Last Publication: April 11, 2024

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Metropolitan Districts

Public Notice

The WEST ADAMS Conservation District is proposing to amend

Section 2 of its bylaws dealing with the number of supervisors on the District Board from five supervisors to no less than 5 and no more than 11 supervisors pursuant to and in agreement with state statutes, Senate Bill 95-120, and amendments to 35-70-107 of Colorado Revised Statutes.

The WEST ADAMS Conservation District bylaws will read:

Section 2. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS. The election, qualifications, term of office, and duties of the Board of Supervisors shall be as provided in Section 35-170-105 and 107 of the Soil Conservation Act and as provided in Section 4 of these bylaws. At least 66 percent of the supervisors shall be agricultural producers and qualified electors within the district. The board shall consist of 5 to 11 supervisors elected for alternating four-year terms. Terms of office will be determined at the first organizational meet-

State lets some migrant students skip tests

BY YESENIA ROBLES CHALKBEAT COLORADO

Some students who are new to the U.S. and enrolled in Colorado schools after the o cial October count will not have to take any standardized tests this spring.

at’s according to new guidance issued recently by the Colorado Department of Education.

e department changed the guidance as school districts are seeing unprecedented numbers of new students who are new to the country. Teachers have described various challenges they’ve faced trying to educate migrant students, and the students are unlikely to do well on standardized state tests given in English. As of February, the Denver, Aurora, Cherry Creek, Greeley, Adams 12, Je co, and Mapleton districts told Chalkbeat they had enrolled more than 5,600 newcomer students after October count.

Denver Public School leaders told their school board this week that in their case, the majority of students new to the country will fall into that category to be exempt from testing.

Colorado students who are identied as new to the country and have no or limited pro ciency in English already are exempt from taking standardized English reading and writing tests for at least their rst year of school. Before the new guidance, they were expected to take standardized math and science tests with accommodations.

is spring, if students are new to the country, have no or little Eng-

lish uency, enrolled after October count, and had limited or interrupted schooling before arriving, they can also skip the math and science tests.

Limited or interrupted schooling includes not attending school for six consecutive school calendar months prior to Colorado enrollment or having two or more years of missed schooling compared to similarly aged students in the U.S. Students who had limited school options in their home country because of war, civil unrest, or needing to travel a long distance to an available school could also qualify for that designation.

Students who have not had interrupted schooling will still be expected to take math and science tests with accommodations. eir participation will count toward overall participation rates, but their scores will not be factored into school ratings for state or federal accountability systems.

Colorado tests students in third through 11th grades. CMAS English and math tests are given to students in third through eighth grade. Science tests are only given to students in fth, eighth, and 11th grades. In high school, students take the PSAT in ninth and tenth grades, and the SAT in 11th grade.

Families can always opt students out of tests.

In Colorado, this year’s spring testing window begins April 8, after most districts come back from spring break.

Chalkbeat is a nonpro t news site covering educational change in public schools.