Fort Lupton Press June 27, 2024 by Colorado Community Media

Expanding care for victims of sexual assault

Intermountain Health Platte Valley grows its SANE program

BY MONTE WHALEY MWHALEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault in Adams County should not have to wait days and face travel to another hospital to get a forensic exam, Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital Registered Nurse April Vialpando said.

“ ey have gone through enough,” said Vialpando, coordinator for the Brighton hospital’s Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program. SANE specialists o er customized services for sexual assault and domestic violence victims and gather evidence against their alleged assailants.

“When a patient comes in here

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it’s our job to believe them and make them feel heard,” Vialpando said. “We want to empower them to move forward,” Vialpando added. She said the hospital now has even more tools to aid victims through an expansion of the SANE program after Adams County awarded Platte Valley a $438,000 grant to grow its forensic exam e orts.

Assault victims get treatment for physical injuries, but a forensic exam calls for the gathering of evidence by a specialized caregiver from a suspected assault victim, Vialpando said. e exam includes a detailed history of the assault, a swab for a DNA sample, photographs of any injury, possibly prescribing medication for the victim and working up a safe discharge plan for them, she said.

Registered Nurses Jenny Sanchez, Amanda Alvarez, and April Vialpando chat in the emergency department at Intermountain Health Platte Valley Hospital. The hospital is expanding its forensic exam program for sexual assault victims. COURTESY PHOTO

It’s Time for Listing Agents to Get on the Narrated Video Walk-Through Bandwagon

For 15 years Golden Real Estate has been almost the only brokerage which does live-action video tours of its listings. Other brokerages make use of the “virtual tour” field in the MLS for videos that are nothing more than slideshows with music or Matterport tours which are interactive but miss the vital ingredient of a live action video tour — narration such as you’d get if you were walking through the house with the listing agent.

points of each room. To get a feel for this kind of video tour, go online to www.GRElistings.com and click on any one of our listings to watch the narrated video tour.

Our video tours are designed to simulate a live showing. As such, the video starts on the street, with me (or a broker associate) introducing the listing and perhaps showing the street scene. “Now let’s go inside and check out this home.”

Cut to the foyer and a walk through of the home, speaking as we go. “Notice the hardwood floors…. That’s a woodburning fireplace…. See the skylight in the vaulted ceiling…. These are Corian countertops…. The high efficiency washer and dryer are included…. Notice the mountain view out the kitchen window….” You get the idea.

No slideshow with music can compete with a narrated walk-through with the listing agent pointing out the selling

What makes this the right time for listing agents from other brokerages begin producing narrated video tours is the NAR settlement, which is likely to reduce the number of in-person showings at listed properties. If every listing had a narrated video tour, the number of showings would be reduced, because only those who watched the video tour and knew this listing might be a contender for them would go to the trouble of calling the listing agent or engaging a buyer agent to show them the listing.

By the way, narrated video tours are essential for attracting out-of-town buyers. More than once, an out-of-town buyer has gone under contract for one of our listings based solely on the narrated video tour, because they feel as if they have toured the home. The buyers still have the opportunity to terminate when they fly in for the inspection. None of those buyers terminated, however.

So, in this video age, what is keeping the majority — the vast majority — of

I Foresee a Surge in Buyer Activity This Summer

The primary outcome of the muchdiscussed NAR settlement announced in March is that buyers will now have to compensate agents representing them in the purchase of homes.

That change is scheduled to take effect on August 17th, so it makes sense that home buyers who have been “on the fence” are getting serious now about buying a home while they can still count on the seller, not them, paying their agent’s commission.

It doesn’t matter that their fear is unfounded. I fully expect sellers to keep offering to pay a “co-op” commission to the agents who bring them a buyer, even though that commission cannot be mentioned anywhere on the MLS.

Just this month, REcolorado, the Denver MLS, quietly introduced a new field for all listings. It’s a field to list another website, such as the websites we already create for every listing, and that website is allowed to mention the co-op commission for buyer agents since it does not derive its data from the MLS. If you want to see what that looks like, simply go to the website for my latest listing, www.ArvadaHome.info There on the home page of the website you will see the 2.8% co-op commission my seller is offering to buyer agents

under the headline, “Buyer Agent Commission Details.”

Nevertheless, the fear is very real among buyers that they will have to pony some serious money on top of their purchase price and loan expenses to pay for professional representation. Another development in this regard is the introduction of new mobile software called LivePad, which facilitates the process of showing homes to buyers when the showing agent doesn’t yet have a signed compensation agreement. In addition to some fine features for setting up a tour of listings, the tabletbased software allows the showing agent to create that requisite agreement on the tablet where the buyer can sign it digitally before entering the first listing. If the compensation agreement is for just that one day, the buyer can avoid paying the specified fee to their showing agent by waiting until the next day to make an offer under a new agreement. There may also be a surge in sellers putting their homes on the market prior to the August 17 deadline. Broker associate Chuck Brown had a seller get “off the fence” this month and sell his home, because he feared reduced buyer interest once buyers face the prospect of paying for their own agents.

listing agents from creating narrated video tours of their listings? I can only speculate, but here is my speculation. Listing agents like to farm out as many tasks as they can. They hire photographers (as we do) to shoot magazine quality photographs of their listings. Those vendors offer “videos” of the interior and drone videos of the exterior, and the listing agents think that’s sufficient. But there’s no narration of those videos, because the videographer would not know what to say. He only knows how to press “record” and “stop.”

The Matterport interactive tours are

very popular, and we include those on our listings too, but only because they are included in the enhanced package which we purchase that includes floor plans, which are done by the Matterport software. The Matterport tours are cool because they are shot with 360-degree lenses, allowing the viewer to rotate the view and even look up at the ceiling, then click on the next marker to go from room to room. But, again, no narration about what you are seeing. To call it a “video” is deceptive. It’s just a link that is inserted in one of the three “virtual tour” fields.

Reader Suggests the Pooling of Insured Homes as a Way to Reduce the Risks Causing Higher Insurance Premiums

One reader, Andrew Burt, recently responded to my request for creative solutions to the home insurance crisis caused primarily by the multiple natural and man-made disasters resulting in profit-crushing insurance claims.

His suggestion: the pooling of multiple homes so that the loss sustained by any one home is spread across the pool.

My first reaction was that this is how insurance works already. Insurance companies have thousands or millions of insured properties in the expectation that only a small percentage will file catastrophic claims.

Nevertheless, here is Andrew’s proposal, which he supported with some serious mathematical formulae not for publication in this lay publication.

“If I'm in a pool with, say, nine other properties, and one of them gets damaged, the insurer pays a claim but then distributes the cost of that claim over all 10 properties in next year's premium calculation — instead of raising just mine to cover all of it. (Or I cover all of it over an amortized number of years, which is what they seem to do rather than lumping their cost all into year one. It doesn't change the math of the idea. Spread the new premium costs over multiple people instead of just me.)”

Andrew compared his proposal to the Affordable Care Act, which insures everyone without regard to pre-existing

conditions, but requires everyone to be insured. (Wildfire risk is a “pre-existing condition.”) He suggested that widely separated properties within the state could be pooled to further spread the risk of multiple claims within the pool.

‘Summer Solstice’ Fundraiser

Mike Nelson was one of six featured speakers at the annual fundraiser for New Energy Colorado, held on June 20th at The Retreat at Solterra in Lakewood.

Viewers of Mike’s weather forecasts on Channel 7 know that he is passionate about climate change. In addition to addressing the topic, he gave away free copies of his 2020 booklet, “The World’s Littlest Book on Climate: 10 Facts in 10 Minutes About CO2.”

Also speaking at the well-attended event was U.S. Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen, State Sen. Lisa Cutter, Jeffco Commissioner Andy Kerr, State Rep. Brianna Titone, and Will Toor, director of the Colorado Energy Office. New Energy Colorado is best known for its annual Metro Denver Green Homes Tour on the first Saturday in October. This year it is on Oct. 5. Golden Real Estate is one of its sponsors.

Broker Associates: JIM SWANSON, 303-929-2727

CHUCK BROWN, 303-885-7855

DAVID DLUGASCH, 303-908-4835

GREG KRAFT, 720-353-1922

AUSTIN POTTORFF, 970-281-9071

KATHY JONKE,

Channel 7’s Mike Nelson Speaks at

Celebrating Independence Day

and ﬁreworks displays

June 29

Water World Anniversary Drone Show, 7-9:30 p.m.

Hyland Hills Water World, 8801 N. Pecos St.

Water World celebrates 45 years with its rst drone display. Special tickets to watch the show in the park are on sale for $19.79 each, which includes swimming in underbay from 7-8:15 p.m., music from a DJ from 7-9 p.m. followed by the drone show.

Water World is also o ering 500 complimentary parking passes to watch the drone show from

parking lot. Go to https://tinyurl. com/2p8ywmz7 to register. Parking lot tickets will be emailed and must be presented to get access. e drone show should be visible for several miles around the park.

July 3

Adams County Stars and Stripes Celebration, 4-10 p.m.

Riverdale Region Park, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton is free celebration features food and beer vendors serving at 4 p.m. Live entertainment with country singer omas Mac begins at 7:30 p.m. e night will end with musical reworks at 9:30 p.m.

Parking at Riverdale Regional Park is free.

CARE

Sometimes hospitals don’t have a trained clinician available, and it could take hours for one to arrive, Vialpando said.

Victims are often sent to a hospital in Denver, Boulder or Aurora for the exam. e wait can be too long for some patients, and they simply skip the exam altogether, she said.

“Some patients simply cannot wait,” said Andrea Moore, emergency department director for Platte Valley Hospital. “ ey have gone through enough already.”

Expert training, expert witnesses

Nurses who become quali ed fo-

rensic examiners go through extensive on-the-ground training. eir expertise is often called upon by police and prosecutors when they pursue cases against alleged assailants. ey also can be called expert witnesses in court, Vialpando said.

Platte Valley introduced its SANE program in January. e e ort includes six specially trained nurses, dedicated equipment, and rooms designed for the care of sexual assault victims, according to county o cials.

“By expanding the SANE program, we are ensuring that victims of these horri c crimes receive the care and support they need without unnecessary delays or obstacles,” said Adams County Commissioner and Chair Emma Pinter in a news release. “ is grant is a signi cant

step in our commitment to improving public health and safety in our community.” e program opened Vialpando’s eyes about the amount of violence against women. Since the program began, they have treated 55 patients by the end of May, she said. Only

about a quarter stem from sexual assault with the rest stemming from domestic abuse.

“It’s more prevalent than anyone wants to think about,” Vialpando said. “It’s even more important that we help the victims when they come her looking for help.”

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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.

Co ee with a Cop July 6

Co ee with a Cop is an easy way to get to know the men and women who serve our community and let them know about the issues that matter most. Please join the city for an informal chat over co ee at 8 a.m. July 6 at Hard Bean Co ee.

Community Center Park grand re-opening June 29

Bring your family and friends to celebrate grand opening of our newly renovated Playground & Splash Park at 10 a.m. June 29 for an exciting event lled with fun activities and memorable moments.

Look forward to giveaways, snow cones, live music DJ, & water fun! is event is free and open to the public, so gather your loved ones and come celebrate with the city!

Citywide Yard Sales July 12 and 13

appointments, run errands for veterans 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.

Donation time

e Fort Lupton Food & Clothing Bank is asking for donations of canned fruits and nuts, varieties of dry pasta and pasta dinners, peanut butter and canned meat such as tuna (including the pouches).

Other potential donations could include chicken, Vienna sausages, spam and salmon. e bank also needs personal items, such as toiletries and baby needs.

e City of Fort Lupton invites residents to participate in the annual Citywide Yard Sales on July 12 and 13, 2024.

If you are interested in having a yard sale at your property and would like to be included on the City map of the event, please submit your information by June 27. e form is located at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/ 1FAIpQLSdBDK6Kfp8iP4locN5HEBWTN4Ptp2blN9vnlmgCoO-EkrN w/ viewform online.

Volunteers needed

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

Drop o donations at the food and clothing bank’s back door, 421 Denver Ave., on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Call 303-857-1096.

Drop-in child care

e Fort Lupton Recreation Center o ers drop-in child care from 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and ursdays. ere is $3/hour/child for a drop-in, however there is no fee for members with a monthly or annual pass. ere is a one-hour maximum/per day.

Call 303-857-4200 for more information.

(970) 400-2226 or visit: www.weldgov.com/go/radon.

Warm line up and running

Community Reach Center is o ering a warm line (303-280-6602) for those who want to talk to mentalhealth professionals about anxiety, lack of sleep and strained relationships, among other topics. e professionals can facilitate referrals to other programs for assistance. e line is not for crisis intervention. ose feeling unsafe or suicidal should call Colorado Crisis Services (1-844-493-8255) or text 38255 or visit the Behavioral Urgent Care Center, 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster. Brighton’s community intake location is at 1850 E. Egbert St., on the second oor. It’s open from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesdays.

Water aerobics

Volunteers needed

Quali ed Listeners needs volunteers to drive veterans to and from

Fort Lupton senior lunches

Senior lunches are available at noon Mondays at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave. Sign up by noon the previous ursday.

Call 303-857-4200, ext. 6166.

Silver Sneakers

Silver Sneaker Yoga is available three times per week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 to 9:45 a.m. and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave.

Free short-term radon test kits

Weld County residents can receive a free radon test kit (one per household, while supplies last). Test kits can be requested online at www. drhomeair.com/weld, according to a statement.

e city’s water aerobics class meets from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays and ursdays at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 203 S. Harrison Ave. Call 303-857-4200.

Alcoholics Anonymous e Brighton chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 147 S. Second Place, especially for Brighton and Fort Lupton. Meeting times are 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sundays, noon and 7:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 6 p.m. ursdays and 9 p.m. Fridays.

Call 303-659-9953 or visit www. brighton1aa.org.

Help for vets

Quali ed Listeners, a veteran and family resource hub serving northern Colorado and southern Wyoming, has several power chairs, scooters, and electric wheelchairs available. e VA o ers urgent care services to eligible veterans at VA medical facilities or several in-network urgent care clinics that are closer to home. To nd the closest facility to you, visit www.va.gov/ nd-locations or call 720-600-0860.

Call the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment at

Quali ed Listeners also needs volunteers to drive veterans to and from appointments, run errands for veterans 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.

Raising the roof at Fort Lupton food bank

Local non-proﬁt seeks community help to move to bigger space

BY MELANIE BRUBAKER MAZUR SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Considering the Fort Lupton Food and Clothing Bank is 2,100 square feet, the fact that it serves about 1,500 people every month is a logistical feat.

Fortunately, the non-pro t organization has purchased a new facility, an 11,000-square-foot o ce building one block away in downtown Fort Lupton.

Now the small cadre of sta , volunteers and board members are asking for community support to renovate the new facility so they can move into their more spacious home. A capital campaign to raise $150,000 is underway.

“It’s amazing,” said eresa Edwards as she looked over the cases of produce and four commercial refrigerators holding milk, eggs and desserts. She volunteers at the bank

twice a week to help sort food and pack it into boxes.

“I just can’t get over the need for it, and the amount of food we provide.”

On the other side of the room are four more commercial freezers holding beef, pork and turkey for distribution.

Founded in 1985 by local business people and church leaders, nonpro t has served thousands of people in Weld County and beyond, accepting donations of food and clothing to distribute to those in need.

Typically, two sta members are on hand during the day, plus two to four volunteers. If more volunteers arrive, the space gets fairly tight, and sometimes when demand is high, the line of people receiving boxes of food or clothing extends out the front door.

e need for food and clothing assistance grows each year, said Linda Hunt, the group’s executive director.

“I believe it’s the economy,” she said of the growing need for the food bank.

New homes from $400s

Introducing Farmlore, a new community taking root in the heart of Brighton.

Farmlore’s warm, rural character will blend beautiful new homes with the area’s rich agricultural roots creating a friendly, small-town vibe all its own.

Located in Brighton just west of Prairie Center on 144th Ave.

The Fort Lupton Blue Devil football team holds collection drives for the Fort Lupton Food and Clothing Bank.

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Clinton Miles Griffin

September 2, 1934 - June 14, 2024

ose who know him best like him most.”

Clinton M. Gri n was born on September 2,1934. He graduated from Brighton High School in 1953. roughout his childhood and high school, Clint enjoyed playing sports and was quite the athlete. Clint and the Brighton Bulldogs boys’ basketball team went to State twice, winning in 1952. Clint and his brother Gordon attended Brighton High School together, played on many teams together, and even competed against each other. ey maintained an extremely close relationship throughout their lives. ey enjoyed traveling and shared the same competitive spirits. Clint looked back on his high school career fondly and mentioned wanting to “play that Delta game over again!”

Clint attended college for two years at UNC in Greeley and the University of Denver. Clint “didn’t know what (he) wanted to pursue” so he volunteered for the draft in 1956. He served two years in the Army, where he spent most of his time in Germany. He remembered, “the German ‘suds’ were quite good!”. After his time in the Army, he went back to DU part-time and graduated in 1963 (“only took ten years!”). Clint worked for Public Service Co. for 30 years from 1959 to 1989. Clint loved retired life and the free time to work on his golf game, coach his grandkids, spend time with the family dogs, and garden with Shelly.

Clint married Kathryn Ne on August 29, 1959, in Akron, Ohio, Kathy’s home. Clint and Kathy had a wonderful marriage for over 54 years. e two spent those many loving years traveling and spending time with their family. Clint and Kathy had two children: Daniel G. and Shelly G. Danny and Shelly both graduated from Brighton High School, athletes in their own right. After graduation, Danny served in the U.S. Marine Corps and Shelly pursued a career in computer engineering. Shelly married Darin Whittington in 1987 in Lyons, Colorado. ey had ve daughters: Kailene R., Lindsey G., Emily M., Clara M., and Faith D. Clint enjoyed spending time with his granddaughters and not only supported them throughout their sports careers, but each and every day. e entire family inherited his same competitive spirit.

July 25, 1942 - June 14, 2024

Mariana Josephine Miera (Pinard) was born July 25, 1942 in Raton, New Mexico, and passed on June 14, 2024. Her family moved to Plainview, Colorado in 1949. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Plainview, and junior and senior high in Arvada. e family moved to Brighton in 1959 and she attended Brighton High School.

to be near her sons. She led a coloring and craft group for seniors at Mountain Park Church. She moved back to Brighton in 2022.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Lazaro Miera and her daughter, Linda Marie Castaneda; parents Tobias and Delia Pinard; a brother David Pinard; granddaughter Olivia Miera and grandson Dominick Chacon.

She married Tom Castaneda and had six children. She returned to nish high school in 1976 and later earned an Associate of Arts degree. She worked in 27J Schools in nutrition services, in Fort Lupton schools and in local daycare centers.

In 1990 Mariana married Lazaro Miera. roughout her life, she loved shing and camping in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Hobbies were ceramics, crochet and Trichem. In 2019, Mariana moved to Phoenix

She is survived by sons Tom (Debbie) Castaneda; Robert Castaneda, Kenny (Tonja) Castaneda; David (Michelle) Castaneda; daughter DeAnna Castaneda; stepdaughter Roxane (Juan) Chacon; stepson Gabriel Miera; 16 grandchildren and ve great grandchildren with two on the way. She is also survived by a sister, Rosanna Vigil of Brighton, two nieces and a nephew.

Clint enjoyed going to the driving range, watching and attending many sporting events, bringing the “mutts” treats, catching up with friends at the Elk’s, going to breakfast, and giving everyone a hard time. He held season tickets for the Avalanche, Broncos, Nuggets, and Rockies throughout his life and was an avid New York Yankees fan. He will be remembered as the competitive, playful, and caring man he was to all that he encountered. Clint is survived by his daughter Shelly, son-in-law Darin, granddaughters Kailene, Lindsey, Emily, and

MIERA Mariana Josephine (Pinard) Miera

‘Man

up’ can lead to man down VOICES

Growing up, independence and self-sufciency were always synonymous with masculinity for me. e idea that I could do it on my own, that I would be “less than” if I asked for a helping hand, was an ideal I not only believed in, but strived to live up to. I asked for as little help as possible. Facing the di cult task of processing my emotions as I entered adolescence, I was overwhelmed and underequipped. Seeking support never crossed my mind. e more pain I endured, the more resolute I became to conquer it on my own. I found a magic solution — the illusion of control via drugs and alcohol.

e immediate oblivion brought on by substances allowed me to trick myself into believing I had taken control. However, the escape I found in substances lessened over time, leaving me without the relief I so desperately needed. For years my stubborn worship of self-su ciency kept me in the living hell of addiction. When I was nally beaten down enough to ask for help, I was morti ed, disgusted by my weakness, and convinced of my failure as a man.

is is the unfortunate reality for many men grappling with addiction. “Man up” far too frequently becomes the mantra for many tragic stories of demise into alcoholic insanity and death. at story nearly became my reality.

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, mental illness is less prevalent in men than women, but it often goes untreated in men. Men are two to three times more likely to misuse drugs than women, and according to Mental Health America, men die by suicide at a rate four times higher than women.

To become a healthy man, I had to learn to accept that I needed help, and then practice asking for it. e rst time was excruciating, then it became less so over time. It’s become the foundation on which my recovery from addiction has been built, the gateway to nding a level of peace and serenity I

never thought possible. I’m thankful for the opportunity to become an example to other men and help lift the stigma around asking for help.

is is a process. Six years into my recovery I still have di culty asking for help and fall into old patterns of arrogance and independence. e more I ask for help, the easier it is to keep asking. Practicing reaching out for small pieces of advice on a regular basis helps me seek support when I’m dealing with a deeper and heavier problem. Building relationships over time makes me feel safe and comfortable.

ankfully, we live in a di erent world than I experienced in my childhood, where I learned to worship the false belief of self-su cient masculinity through our culture. I now embrace masculinity and femininity not as opposing forces, but as two sides of the same coin of humanity. While change continues in our culture, there is still a long way to go. Awareness still needs to be raised. Recovery stories such as mine need to be heard.

One way I strive to do this is through Colorado’s

Recovery Cards Project (recoverycardsproject. com). I had the privilege of designing two greeting cards that can be sent to loved ones struggling in the early stages of recovery. rough this program, I have shared my story and helped others open up about theirs. e free cards are an easy and accessible way for friends and family to show support and encourage our loved ones on a path to vulnerability and recovery.

June is Men’s Health Month, an opportunity to continue these discussions. It’s not a responsibility to be passed onto others or to place the burden of change at men’s feet. It’s a collective e ort we can all take part in, to love and support each other so that we may feel safe and comfortable reaching out for help.

A Colorado professional artist, David Swartz works with various water-based paints to create bright and energetic artwork with a humorous twist. He believes connection enriches the world and creates a sense of unity and compassion throughout humanity.

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July 4

Northglenn July 4th Festival and Fireworks, noon to 9:30 p.m.

E.B.Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11800 Community Center Dr.

Activities include a car show, inatable bounce houses and an obstacle course, community booths, food vendors and a beer garden. Rotary Duck Derby races are at 3 p.m.a dn 3:30 p.m. and concerts throughout the day, featuring Brass Attack at 2:30 p.m., Conjunto Colores at 4:45 p.m. and Hot Lunch at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks are scheduled between 9-9:30 p.m. depending on the weather.

4th of July in ornton, noon to 10 p.m.

Carpenter Park Fields, 11000 Colorado Blvd.

Event o ers food, a beer garden and two stages for live music. e City Stage on the east end of the elds features Delta Sonics from noon to 1:30 p;m., Phat Daddy from 3-4 p.m. and HomeSlice from 5:30-7 p.m. e Main Stage on the west end of the elds features the ornton Community Band from 1:30-3 p.m., Paizley Park Band from 4-5:30 p.m. and Kory Brunson form 7:30-9:30 p.m.

e event culminates in parachutists at 9:30 p.m., followed by the Red, White and BOOM reworks show.

Uncle Sam Splash Bash, 1-3 p.m.

Countryside Outdoor Pool, 10470 Oak St.

Food and activities, including a $200 quarter drop. General admission of $6 for residents and $8 for non-residents applies. Fees for 17-years-old and younger and 60 and older are $5 for residents, $7 for non residents. Ages seven and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Westminster 4th of July Celebration, 4-10 p.m.

Westminster City Park, 10455 Sheridan Blvd.

Activities, food, beer, vendors

and live music featuring Kentucky Straight begins at 4 p.m. followed by at Eighties Band at 7 p.m. culminating with a reworks display. Commerce City 4th Fest, 5-10 p.m.

Dicks Sporting Good Park, 6000 Victory Way

Commerce City’s annual Independence Day celebration is a partnership with the Colorado Rapids. It includes a free festival outside Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, a Colorado Rapids match, and one of the largest public reworks show.

e Rapids are scheduled to play Sporting Kansas City at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the game are on sale, but the festival and other events are free of charge.

e Rapids are hosting a block party along the southside of the stadium with a live DJ, food trucks and an LED wall streaming coverage of the game inside.

Brighton Fourth of July Celebration, Carmichael Park, 650 S. Southern St.

e event will include a live DJ and a concert featuring Soul School at 7 p.m. e city’s bubble tower will be on hand and there will free face painting for the kids, food trucks the city’s reworks display.

July 6

Fort Lupton Independence Day Festival: America’s Birthday Bash, 3-7 p.m.

Community Park at the Fort Lupton Recreation Center, 201 S. Rollie Ave.

Enjoy an afternoon of fun for all ages featuring a Live concert from Soul Food Band, Dance Performances a Vendor Marketplace and Amusement Rides. Activities include a bungee trampoline, water walker balls, phantom’s revenge ride, trackless train and bounce houses. Food trucks, novelty ice cream and shaved ice will be on hand and charity beer garden is hosted by Miracle House in Fort Lupton.

Fireworks, from Coyote Creek Golf Course, are scheduled to begin at dusk.

SUMMER SPLASH

Waters to chill in across the Denver metro area

BY HALEY LENA

Whether it’s dipping your toes in at the local pool or swimming at an open lake, a good way to beat the heat is getting in the water, and there are many water activities to choose from in the Denver metro area.

For some, summertime is a time to relax, but for others, it’s a time to be adventurous and create memories with family.

Here is a guide to some of the best places to swim in the metro area as well as enjoy fresh water.

The Splash at Fossil Trace

Enjoy the twists and turns of the water slides at e Splash Aquatic Park while taking in the green scenery of the Front Range.

“It de nitely has the more foothills-feel as opposed to the urban feel of Elitches or Water World,” said Betsy Sweet, aquatic supervisor for the city. “It’s less crowded.”

Across the park, guests have views of Lookout Mountain and Mount Zion, which is the mountain decorated with the “M” for the Colorado School of Mines.

As part of Golden’s Parks and Recreation Department, e

3051 Illinois St., Golden, Colorado 80401 | 303-277-8700 | splash@ cityofgolden.net | splashingolden. com/ | Park Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Sunday, Pool Hours: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Sunday

Splash goes beyond the standard recreational swimming pool. From those learning how to walk to the community’s seniors, the waterpark has amenities for all ages and swimming abilities.

“Not only is it fun for kids, but the adults in the world have fun as well,” Sweet said.

Popular among children is the leisure beach-entry pool that includes a large play structure, small water slides, spray fountains and “Tipper,” the 500-gallon dump bucket. But for the little ones who want to be in the water but aren’t con dent in swimming just yet, there is a gentle splash pad.

One of the most popular attractions for those 48 inches and taller are the two water slides, the green

body slide and the blue tube slide. If those under the height requirement want to ride the blue slide, they must ride with an adult. e park also has a 25-meter lap pool with eight lanes for the more experienced swimmers as well as an open swim area and diving boards.

With interactive structures around the park, Sweet said e Splash is home to the biggest sandbox in Je erson County, which also has dinosaur fossils to dig up.

Admission fees for Golden residents range from $8-11 based on age, $9-12 for Je erson County residents and $10-13 for non-residents.

SPLASH

Paradice Island Pool

5951 Monaco St., Commerce City, Colorado 80022 | 303-289-3769 | c3gov.com/paradice | facebook.com/ paradiceisland/ | Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Aug.11

Commerce City is a fast-growing and diverse community with over 1,000 businesses, a golf course and soccer complex, 25 miles of trials and a swimming pool.

Opened in 2015 on the east end of Pioneer Park, Paradice Island Pool was a rst-of-its-kind in Commerce City.

e park ranges from a toddler pool with interactive water features for young ones to a leisure pool to a lap pool for the more advanced swimmers. Guests can have a relaxing time on the lazy river or feel the adrenaline when going down one of three slides.

Other non-water features at the park include play structures, volleyball, shaded areas and cabanas for rent. It’s a place to gather with friends and family. Coolers, chairs, pop-up tents, party decorations and food are allowed, but not alcohol and glass.

Admission rates for residents with a valid city recreation play pass range from free to $4 based on age. For nonresidents who don’t have a play pass, the fee ranges from free to $10.

Adventure West

423 10th St. (rear), Golden, Colorado 80401 | 720-722-1645 | adventurewestco@gmail.com|adventurewestco. com/ 2920 Brewery Lane, Littleton, Colorado, 80120

One of the most popular and thrilling activities in the City of Golden is Whitewater River Tubing on Clear Creek. Daily tube rentals are open every day and include commercialgrade river tubes with complimentary life jackets and helmets. Shoes, not ip- ops, are required.

Adventure West owner Beth Battilla said when the Golden location rst opens for the season, it’s for adults and strong swimmers only. It is then gradually opened to others as the ow rate drops.

“Golden is best for most people mid-to-late July onwards,” Battilla said. “Unless you are really comfortable swimming in swift water, then by all means, come earlier.”

Although online reservations aren’t required at this location, reservations guarantee a tube and speed up the check-in process. Battilla added that reservations are highly recommended on weekends as tubes tend to sell out.

ose under the age of 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

While the location in Golden is an “exciting” oat, Adventure West’s location in Littleton is more of a “mellow” and “picturesque” oat, and online reservations are required.

Here, guests can drift along the South Platte River for upwards of two hours and take in the sights of the Carson Nature Center.

Children must be ve years of age or older and parking is available at Breckenridge Brewery.

“( ey) are out tted with a commercial grade river tube, life jacket, given our tubing tips and a safety talk,” Battilla said.

Cherry Creek and Chatﬁeld Reservoirs

4201 South Parker Road, Aurora, Colorado 80014 | 303.690.1166 | cpw. state.co.us

11500 N. Roxborough Park Road, Littleton, Colorado 80125 | 303.791.7275 | cpw.state.co.us

From swimming to jet skiing, local reservoirs o er a variety of water activities and programs.

Colorado is known for its mountain range, but there are sandy beaches families and friends can visit as well.

Cherry Creek Reservoir has a ropedo swimming area for people to cool o . It’s important to note that Colorado State Park swim beaches don’t have lifeguards on duty, so children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

In addition to sailboarding and boating, the reservoir also o ers a youth rowing program called Mile High Rowing Club and an adaptive sailing program called Community Sailing of Colorado.

Another sandy beach sits on the west side of the Chat eld Reservoir and is open from sunrise to sunset through Sept. 2. e beach is complete with showers, restrooms and picnic areas with small grills.

e reservoir is divided into multiple zones. One is the main body of the reservoir, known as the “Power Zone” and is for general boating, water skiing and sailing and moves in a counterclockwise direction.

ere are two large “No Wake

Zones” at the southwest and southeast ends of the reservoir, which are more ideal for shing and canoeing. Paddle Boarding is allowed in all bodies of water except for the swim area.

River Run Park

2101 W Oxford Ave., Englewood, CO, 80110 | endlesswaveco@gmail. com|endlesswaves.net/waves/riverrun-park/

It may not be a common sight in Colorado, but there are places to surf. River Run Park on the South Platte River is one of many and has been expanding over the years to allow transplanted surfers from the ocean to hit the waves.

“ e waves get sort of more powerful and more challenging to ride as you go upstream,” said Jacob Vos, a director of the Colorado River Sur ng Association.

e most beginner-friendly wave in the park is “Chiclets” while the other two waves, “Benihanas” and “Six” are more high-speed and dynamic as they have hydraulic plates that are in the river to help shape the waves and attune them to the ow of the river.

“ at adjustability doesn’t mean the waves work for all conditions all the time, but it certainly widens the range of ows,” Vos said.

Since river sur ng di ers from ocean sur ng, Vos stresses that ankle leashes can be deadly in an “insidious” way because the force of the river makes it challenging to reach the ankle to release the leash.

Other features in the park are conducive for whitewater kayaking and

tubing, but Vos encourages users to check the South Platte River Union water gauges — which show how much water is in the river — and recommends wearing a helmet.

If the gauges show 100 CFS cubic feet per square, it’s more mellow, Vos said, but when it gets up to 1,000 cubic feet per square, the water is more violent.

“If people are just oating or just hanging out, they can have rude surprises if they don’t pay attention to those ows,” Vos said.

Parking is available at the Broken Tree Golf Course, however, the gates close in the evening. Parking is also available on the west side of the river. If there are additional questions, like where to get equipment, the Colorado Rivers Facebook group serves as a message board for the river sur ng community.

Honorable mentions

• South Suburban Holly Pool, 6651 S. Krameria Way, Centennial, CO 80111

• Snorkeling lessons at Eastridge Recreation Center, 9568 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

• Rocky Mountain Beach, 3301 W 46th Ave., Denver, CO 80211

• Rocky Mountain Paddleboard at Big Soda Beach, 15600 Morrison Road, Lakewood, CO 80465

• Bow Mar Beach, 5395 Lakeshore Drive, Littleton, CO 80123

• Rueter-Hess Recreation, 9343 Double Angel Road, Parker, CO 80134

• e Bay Aquatic Park, 250 Spader Way, Broom eld, CO 80020

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Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive

CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

– ALLOCATION OF PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in the Court under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process within the State of Colorado or that efforts to obtain the same would have been to no avail.

Pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-107(4)(a), one publication of the following shall be published once during the month of June 2024. A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 35 days of this publication.

Case Number Names of Parties

2023DR1438 ALICIA HOWARD VS TRINITY TAYANI & ARYA TAYANI

2024DR30321 CINDY HERNANDEZ COBOS VS VICTOR ROMERO CASTRO

2024DR201 DIANA CRUZ VS VALERIE CRUZ & JOHN DOE

2024DR395 ROSETTA ROBERTS VS FRANKLIN ROBERTS

ALANA PERCY

Clerk of the Combined Court

Date: June 18, 2024

By: Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. BSB3214

First Publication: June 27, 2024

Last Publication: June 27, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO

ADAMS COUNTY COMBINED COURT

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601

CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

– DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-107(4)(a), one publi-

cation of the following shall be published once during the month of June 2024. A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 35 days of this publication.

Case Number Names of Parties

2024DR1843 RAMON DIEGO VS JAMIE YOSHIDA

2024DR272 DAVID BURNETT VS CHRISTOPHER HANSEN

2024DR638 NOVA SINCLARE VS AMIR MOHAMED

2024DR233 ELVIRA CHAVEZ VS ANTONINO TORAL GERVACIO

2024DR30505 ANTONIO LUNA BARDALES VS MARIA DEL SOCORRO HERNANDEZ HERNANDEZ

ALANA PERCY

Clerk of the Combined Court

Date: June 18, 2024

By: Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. BSB3213

First Publication: June 27, 2024

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City of Brighton

Public Notice

CITY OF BRIGHTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the marijuana laws of the State of Colorado, 991 Platte Organics LLC d/b/a Basecamp Cannabis applied for a new Retail Marijuana Store (city) business license at 991 Platte River Blvd, Unit# H & I, Brighton, CO 80601. The public hearing will be held on July 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers located at 500 S 4th Avenue, Brighton Colorado, 80601. Any interested parties may be present and heard.

The application was filed with the City Clerk’s Office on April 26, 2024. The applicant is a private individual; Colin Madden, 13873 Lilac Street, Thornton, CO 80602. Any petitions or remonstrance letters pertaining to this application should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office. For additional information, please call (303) 655-2031.

Dated this 27th day of June, 2024

/s/ Erin Kelm

Deputy City Clerk

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First Publication: June 27, 2024

Last Publication: June 27, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

CITY OF BRIGHTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the marijuana laws of the State of Colorado, Western Consolidated, LLC d/b/a Galaxy Greens applied for a new Retail Marijuana Store (city) business license at 125 W Bridge Street, Unit# D, Brighton, CO 80601. The public hearing will be held on July 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers located at

500 S 4th Avenue, Brighton Colorado, 80601. Any interested parties may be present and heard.

The application was filed with the City Clerk’s Office on April 29, 2024. The applicants are private individuals; Paul W. Greaves, 1429 S Clayton Street, Denver, CO 80210 and Hutch Greaves, 1401 Wewatta Street, Unit# 604, Denver, CO 80202. Any petitions or remonstrance letters pertaining to this application should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office. For additional information, please call (303) 655-2031.

Dated this 27th day of June, 2024

/s/ Erin Kelm

Deputy City Clerk

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First Publication: June 27, 2024

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Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice

CITY OF BRIGHTON

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the marijuana laws of the State of Colorado, BB1563 LLC d/b/a The Fireplace applied for a new Retail Marijuana Store (city) business license at 1563 E Bridge Street, Unit# B, Brighton, CO 80601. The public hearing will be held on July 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers located at 500 S 4th Avenue, Brighton Colorado, 80601. Any interested parties may be present and heard.

The application was filed with the City Clerk’s Office on April 26, 2024. The applicant is a private individual: Brandon Banks, 1940 Blake Street, Unit# 201, Denver, CO 80202. Any petitions or remonstrance letters pertaining to this application should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office. For additional information, please call (303) 655-2031.

Dated this 27th day of June, 2024

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Deputy City Clerk

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First Publication: June 27, 2024

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CITY OF BRIGHTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the marijuana laws of the State of Colorado, Double Brow, LLC d/b/a Star Buds applied for a new Retail Marijuana Store (city) business license at 560 N 7th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601. The public hearing will be held on July 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers located at 500 S 4th Avenue, Brighton Colorado, 80601. Any interested parties may be present and heard.

The application was filed with the City Clerk’s Office on April 29, 2024. The applicant is a corporation with the following members listed: Daniel Pabon, 3182 W 35th Avenue, Denver, CO 80211; Jeffrey Cozad, 9847 Kingsway Avenue, Dallas, TX 75230; Marc Rubin, 41 Woodworth Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 and; Justin Dye, 3421 S Ocean Blvd, Highlands Beach, FL 33487. Any petitions or remonstrance letters pertaining to this application should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office. For additional information, please call (303) 655-2031.

Dated this 27th day of June, 2024

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First Publication: June 27, 2024

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CITY OF BRIGHTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the liquor laws of the State of Colorado, Tacos Chihuas LLC d/b/a Tacos Chihuas applied for a new Hotel and Restaurant (city) liquor license at 248 N Main Street, Brighton, CO 80601. The public hearing will be held on July 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers located at 500 S 4th Avenue, Brighton Colorado, 80601. Any interested parties may be present and heard.

The application was filed with the City Clerk’s Office on April 3, 2024. The applicants are private individuals; Raquel Camacho, 50% owner and Carlos Rodriguez, 50% owner, both residing at 2332 Tate Avenue, Fort Lupton, CO. Any petitions or remonstrance letters pertaining to this application should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office. For additional information, please call (303) 655-2031.

Dated this 27th day of June, 2024

/s/ Erin Kelm

Deputy City Clerk

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First Publication: June 27, 2024

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CITY OF BRIGHTON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the marijuana laws of the State of Colorado, Western Consolidated, LLC d/b/a Galaxy Greens applied for a new Medical Marijuana Store (city) business license at 125 W Bridge Street, Unit# D, Brighton, CO 80601. The public hearing will be held on July 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers located at 500 S 4th Avenue, Brighton Colorado, 80601. Any interested parties may be present and heard.

Dated this 27th day of June, 2024

/s/ Erin Kelm

Deputy City Clerk

Legal Notice No. BSB3211

First Publication: June 27, 2024

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Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

City of Brighton

Public Notice

District Court, Adams County, State of Colorado Court Address: Adams County Courthouse 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, Colorado 80601

or Devisees or Both and of Interests in Property of:

R. H. Vanderbush, a/k/a Raymond H. Vanderbush, a/k/a Raymond Herman Vanderbush, Deceased; Herman Henry Vanderbush, Jr., Deceased; Clifford Eugene Vanderbush, Deceased; Kim Marie Roache, Deceased; Victor Herbert Vanderbush, Deceased; Gregory Spencer Vanderbush, Deceased; Alfred Joseph Vanderbush, Deceased; and Marilyn Rose Griffin, Deceased;

Attorney for the Petitioner: Marcus Behm 32375 County Road 13.5 Manzanola, Colorado 81058

Phone Number: (719) 543-4357

Attorney Registration Number: 39396 Case Number: 2024PR030448

NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS AND OWNERS BY DESCENT OR SUCCESSION PURSUANT TO § 15-12-1303, C.R.S.

To all interested persons and owners by descent or succession (List all names of interested persons and owners by descent or succession):

1. Vanderbush Family Trust - Patricia Ann Vanderbush, Trustee

2. Gloria Ann Jenkins

3. Linda Carol Tabbert

4. Sherri Lee Wilson

5. James Clifford Roache

6. Holly Vanessa Vanderbush

7. Neil Spencer Vanderbush

8. Lawrence Wayne Lastinger

9. Victoria Lee Connell

10. Vanderbush Family 2007 Trust - Les Michael Vanderbush and Jason Marc Vanderbush, Trustees

11. Jack E. Griffin and Marilyn R. Griffin 2000 Family Trust - Jack Ellford Griffin, Trustee

12. Curtis Joseph Vanderbush

13. Janice Marie Minotti

14. Les Michael Vanderbush

15. Brett Randall Vanderbush

16. Monica Laine Vanderbush

17. Ryan Daniel Vanderbush

18. Brad Joshua Vanderbush

19. Jason Marc Vanderbush

20. Christine Leah Lynch

21. James Howard Grifin

22. David K. Griffin

23. Rose Ellen Lynch

A petition has been filed alleging that the above decedent(s) died leaving a mineral interest in the following property (including legal description if real property):

Township 1 South, Range 66 West, of the 6th P.M. Section 34: S2 Adams County, Colorado

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

Date: August 23, 2024 Time: 8:00 A.M.

Address: Adams County Courthouse, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, Colorado 80601

The hearing will take approximately one day.

Note: • You must answer the petition on or before the hearing date and time specified above.

• Within the time required for answering the petition, all objections to the petition must be in writing, filed with the court and served on the petitioner and any required filing fee must be paid.

• The hearing shall be limited to the petition, the objections timely filed and the parties answering the petition in a timely manner. If the petition is not answered and no objections are filed, the court may enter a decree without a hearing.

Public Notices

Legal Notice No. BSB 3201

First Publication: June 27, 2024

Last Publication: July 11, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Summons and Sheriff Sale

Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, JEFFERSON COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401

In re the Parental Responsibilities of: Lillian Rosalee Duke

Petitioner: TREVOR COLLINS SCHWAAB and Respondent: KATHLEEN MARIE SCHWAAB n/k/a KATHLEEN MARIE DUKE

Respondent: IAN COCHRAN

Attorneys For Petitioner:

Mark D. Chapleau, Atty. Reg. 27167 Bloch & Chapleau, Cates, Ongert, LLC

1725 Gaylord Street Denver, CO 80206

Phone Number: (303) 331-1700

Fax Number: (303) 355-0252

Email: mchaoleau@blochchaoleau.com

SUMMONS FOR ALLOCATION OF PARENT AL RESPONSIBILITIES

To the Respondents named above, this Summons serves as a notice to appear in this case.

If you were served in the State of Colorado, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 21 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.

If you were served outside of the State of Colorado or you were served by publication, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 35 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.

Your response must be accompanied with the current appropriate filing fee.

After 91 days from the date of service or publication, the Court may enter a Decree affecting issues involving children such as child support, allocation of parental responsibilities ( decisionmaking and parenting time), attorney fees, and costs to the extent the Court has jurisdiction.

If you fail to file a Response in this case, any or all of the matters above, or any related matters which come before this Court, may be decided without further notice to you.

This is an action to obtain a Decree of: Allocation of Parental Responsibilities.

Notice: §14-10-107, C.R.S. provides that upon the filing of a Petition for Allocation of Parental Responsibilities by the Petitioner and Co-Petitioner, or upon personal service of the Petition and Summons on· the Respondent, or upon waiver and acceptance of service by the Respondent, an automatic temporary injunction shall be in effect against all parties until the Final Decree is entered, or the Petition is dismissed, or until further Order of the Court. Either party may apply to the Court for Further temporary orders, an expanded temporary injunction, or modification or revocation under § 14-10-108, C.R.S.

A request for genetic tests shall not prejudice the requesting party in matters concerning allocation of parental responsibilities pursuant to § 14-10124(1.5), C.R.S. If genetic tests are not obtained prior to a legal establishment of paternity and submitted into evidence prior to the entry of the final decree of dissolution or legal separation, the genetic tests may not be allowed into evidence at a later date.

Automatic Temporary Injunction -By Order of Colorado Law, All Parties are:

1. Restrained from transferring, encumbering, concealing or in any way disposing of, without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, any property, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life. Each party is required to notify the other party of any proposed extraordinary expenditures and to account to the Court for all extraordinary expenditures made after the injunction is in effect;

2. Enjoined from molesting or disturbing the peace of the other party;

3. Restrained from removing the minor children of the parties, if any, from the State without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court; and

4. Restrained without at least 14 days advance notification and the written consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, from canceling, modifying, terminating, or allowing to lapse for nonpayment of premiums, any policy of health insurance, homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, or automobile insurance that provides coverage to either of the parties or the minor children or any policy of life insurance that names either of the parties or the minor children as a beneficiary.

Respectfully submitted on March 21, 2024.

BLOCH & CHAPLEAU, CATES, ONGERT, LLC

Mark D. Chapleau #27167

Attorney for Petitioner

JEFFERSON County, Colorado Court Address: 100 JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKWAY GOLDEN, CO. 80401

Plaintiff/Petitioner: TREVOR COLLINS SCHWAAB v. Defendant/Respondent: KATHLEEN MARIE DUKE Case Number: 24DR30312 Division Y

CLERK’S CERTIFICATE FOR CHANGE OF VENUE

To: County/District Court, ADAMS County

On 4/29/2024 (date) in the above titled action, an order granting change of venue was entered. I certify that reviewed and closed the above titled action and that the party screens are updated with the most current information.

* An active protection/restraining order exists and was entered on N/A.

* An unsatisfied judgment exists and was entered on N/A.

* An active support order exists and was entered on NIA.

* Filing Fee Paid/Waived by Plaintiff/Petitioner. Amt(s) paid N/A or MIFP granted on N/A.

* Filing Fee Paid/Waived by Defendant/Respondent. Amt(s) paid NIA or MIFP granted on NIA.

* Filing Fee Paid/Waived by Other case parties, N/A (list all other parties). Amt(s) paid N/A or MIFP granted on NIA.

* A bond was entered on N/A and in the amount of NIA . The N/A (party) has paid ·NIA towards fines and costs.

Date:4/29/24

Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk

Adams County, Colorado Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601

Plaintiff/Petitioner: TREVOR COLLINS SCHWAAB V.

Defendant/Respondent:

KATHLEEN MARIE DUKE AND IAN COCHRAN

Current Case Number: 2024DR632

Original Case Number: 2024DR30312 Division K Courtroom 502

CLERK’S RECEIPT FOR CHANGE OF VENUE

To: County/District Court, Jefferson County

I received the electronic records on change of venue on April 29, 2024. The case was created/ docketed on May 2, 2024.

Our case number is 2024DR632, and all future documents filed must be identified by our assigned Court case number.

Date:May 2, 2024

Clerk of Court/Deputy Clerk

Copies mailed/E-served to Clerk of Court Jefferson County

Legal Notice No. BSB3177

First Publication: June 6, 2024

Last Publication: July 4, 2024

Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Public Notice

DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO

Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, 80601

Plaintiff: STAR POINT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation;

Defendants: JASON JOZEFKOWICZ; CHERRY CREEK MORTGAGE LLC; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY LLC; ADAMS COUNTY TREASURER; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION.

Case Number: 2023CV031376

Div.: Ctrm.: W

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

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

Under a April 29, 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)

Jason Jozefkowicz

Original Lienor

Star Point Condominium Association, Inc.

Current Holder of the evidence of debt

Star Point Condominium Association, Inc.

Date of Lien being foreclosed

May 5, 2022

Date of Recording of Lien being foreclosed May 11, 2022

County of Recording Adams

Recording Information

2022000042041

Original Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness

$2,613.88

Outstanding Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness as of the date hereof

$16,651.95

Amount of Foreclosure Judgment entered April 29, 2024

$14,290.29

Description of property to be foreclosed:

Condominium Unit 213 in Condominium Building 2 Star Point Condominiums, according to the Condominium Map thereof recorded August 29, 1983 in PUD File 536 at Reception No. 8457334 and Supplement recorded October 19, 1983 at Reception No. 8467144 in the Records of the Clerk and Recorder of the County of Adams, Colorado, and as defined and described in the Condominium Declaration for Star Point Condominiums recorded August 29, 1983 in Book 2784 at Page 174, County of Adams, State of Colorado.

Also known as: 8701 Huron Street, Apt. 2-213, Thornton, CO 80260

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 o’clock A.M., on August 29, 2024, at the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, 1100 Judicial Center Drive. Brighton, CO 80601 located at 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: June 27, 2024

Last Publication: July 25, 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: June 13, 2024

By: Gene R. Clapps 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.

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Estate of Gloria Ann Cundall A/K/A Gloria A. Cundall, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 156

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 October 13, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Virginia L. Halligan

Personal Representative PO Box 96 Bushnell, NE 69128

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Estate of Karen Lee Strasser, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 144

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Personal Representative 150 Hancock Ct. Bennett, CO 80102

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Jackie Banks Personal Representative 7165 Harold Street Ft. Lupton, CO 80621

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Estate of Patricia E. Koger, a/k/a Patricia Eileen Koger, a/k/a Patricia Eileen Eldrige, a/k/a Patricia Eileen Kempter, a/k/a Patricia Koger, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30340

Casey L. Williams, #39117

Attorney for Kenneth J. Koger, Personal Representative 203 Telluride Street, #400 Brighton, CO 80601

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Personal Representative 6811 Magnolia St. Commerce City, CO 80022

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Estate of KATHLEEN SHOCKLEY, Deceased Case Number: 2023 PR 3199

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 September 18, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

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Kumpf Charsley & Hansen, LLC

9565 S. Kingston Court, Suite 100

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Nicodemus Werth

Personal Representative

c/o Werth Law LLC, P.O.

Audrey Camacho

Personal Representative

c/o Werth Law LLC

P.O. Box 808

Brighton, Colorado 80601

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Michael P. Sasin

Kumpf Charsley & Hansen, LLC 9565 S. Kingston Court, Suite 100

Englewood, CO 80112

Main: 720-473-8000

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First Publication: June 20, 2024

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Estate of James Parks Bliss, aka James P. Bliss, aka Jim Bliss, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 190

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 Monday, October 21, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Jason Bliss, Personal Representative 14788 Madison Street Brighton, Colorado 80602

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First Publication: June 20, 2024

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Estate of BRIAN PATRICK WESTHOFF, AKA BRIAN P. WESTHOFF, AKA BRIAN WESTHOFF, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30411

Brent Westhoff

Personal Representative c/o McClary, P.C. PO Box 597 Fort Morgan, CO 80701

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First Publication: June 13, 2024

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Tatyana Green, John Doe Respondents: S U M M O N S

To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETINGS: 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 6th day of August, 2024 at the hour of 11:00 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 17th day of June, 2024.

Alana Percy Clerk of the District Court

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First Publication: June 27, 2024

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NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED BUDGET OF WELD RE-8 SCHOOL DISTRICT

COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D No. 23JV30149

PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF: Tanyilah Tillman A Child and Concerning

NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Education of the Weld RE-8 School District for the ensuing year of 2024-2025; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed at the Weld RE-8 Administration Office located at 200 S Fulton Ave, Fort Lupton, CO 80621, and online at https://www. weld8.org/, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at two public hearings of the Board of Education of the District to be held at 200 South Fulton Ave, Fort Lupton, CO 80621, along with virtually, on May 9th, 2024 at 6:00pm and June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm. Any elector with the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget on June 27, 2024, inspect the budget and

file or register any objections thereto.

WELD RE-8 SCHOOL DISTRICT

By: Jessica Holbrook Director of Business & Finance

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First Publication: May 16, 2024

Last Publication: June 27, 2024

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Notice

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INTRODUCED BY: BRUCE FITZGERALD

ADOPT AN ORDINANCE REZONING LAND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A, AND KNOWN AS THE 100-114 MCKINLEY AVE CHANGE OF ZONE, TO THE R-1A SINGLEAND TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE DISTRICT

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PUBLISHED in the Fort Lupton Press the 30th day of May 2024.

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PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY the 27th day of June 2024.

EFFECTIVE (after publication) the 27th day of July 2024.

CITY OF FORT LUPTON, COLORADO

Zo Hubbard, Mayor

ATTEST: Maricela Peña, City Clerk

Approved as to form: Andy Ausmus, City Attorney

Legal Notice No. FLP1056

First Publication: June 27, 2024

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Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

Notice to Creditors

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of GORDON FRANK STADNYCK aka GORDON STADNYCK, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30084

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Weld County, Colorado on or before Monday, October 21, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Axsona Stadnyck, Personal Representative 2901 W. 20th Ave. Denver, CO 8021

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First Publication: June 20, 2024

Last Publication: July 4, 2024

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of KYLE J. STROUD, aka KYLE JAMES STROUD, KYLE STROUD, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30087

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Weld County, Colorado on or before October 20, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred.

Michael P. Sasin

Kumpf Charsley & Hansen, LLC 9565 S. Kingston Court, Suite 100 Englewood, CO 80112 Main: 720-473-8000

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First Publication: June 20, 2024

Last Publication: July 4, 2024

Publisher: Fort Lupton Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MAYNARD W. NICHOLS, Deceased Case Number: 24PR30310

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required

FOOD BANK

Even if people are working, it isn’t always enough to provide food for the family. Residents can request a monthly box that is full of staples for a family of four. Larger families can receive two boxes.

A daily box, available every day to anyone who needs it, has some staples and perishables, such as milk, eggs and bread. Boxes are also available for those who don’t have a home, containing items that don’t require refrigeration or cooking, such as canned sausages, individual servings of applesauce, jerky and other single-serve items.

One donor provides cat food and dog food so the food provided for families doesn’t have to be used to feed their pets.

ose who need assistance are asked to ll out a short form in English or Spanish and show identi cation.

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plied for grant funding to install an elevator in the new building. Some walls need to be removed and other renovations completed, but the new facility will provide more room for sta and volunteers, along with space to store more clothing and non-perishable food.

Everyone who enters the food bank is treated with dignity and respect, said Mandy Rife, the president of the bank’s board.

“ e way that Fort Lupton is doing it is absolutely o the chart,” she said. “Everyone who walks in there is treated and feels like a human. I love that.”

e board recognized the need for a larger building and began a building fund years ago to secure the down payment for the new building. e current building is located at 421 Denver Avenue.

MELANIE BRUBAKER MAZUR

FOOD BANK

Any business or group interested in hosting a fundraiser is asked to call (303) 857-1096, she said.

Fort Lupton Food and Clothing Bank is not part of any regional food bank networks. It was founded as a local organization to help local residents, Hunt said, but food is provided for anyone who needs it.

Good for the soul

ose who volunteer say they enjoy helping others, but they receive bene ts, as well.

Harley Anderson, a retired contractor, said he was sitting around too much at home and was losing body strength. He volunteers twice a week on the food bank side, sorting cans and other non-perishables, such as bulk bags of beans and rice that are repackaged into one-pound bags.

“It’s my workout,” he said with a smile as he hefted boxes around the small room. “I enjoy getting out.”

Hunt said the organization tries to buy local and provide resources to local groups as much as possible. Local schools call when they are low on snack foods for needy students, and the food bank steps up to provide them.

“We’re thrilled to do that,” she said. e schools also conduct canned food drives for the bank.

In 2023, FLFCB provided food to 16,319 people. In May, the bank served 1,541 people, including 441 families. From January through May of this year, the bank has served 8,074 people, putting the bank on track to surpass the number of people served in 2023.

Foods that have expired are donated to four local farms for use as chicken or pig feed. Members of the TailTwisters, a local 4H club, also can receive food for their animals that is no longer t for human consumption. e club collected 800 pounds

of peanut butter earlier this year for the food bank, and member Isaiah Dux came up with the idea for the “Make Your Change Count” campaign, with change jars placed at local businesses to collect funds for the organization.

Because of the local support, Hunt says the group tries to spend money locally as much as possible.

e organization recently purchased 740 pounds of beef and 320 pounds of pork from Double Diamond M Meats in Brighton. Milk and eggs are purchased at local supermarkets for distribution in food boxes.

It has taken community support to keep the food bank running for 49 years, said Dale Hunt, who works with his wife as the group’s assistant executive director.

LGI Homes recently had a group of employees come help move four storage sheds full of clothing from the current location to the new building, and he said that was a huge help for the regular volunteers, who

are primarily retirees. Some youth groups come in to volunteer, as well as people who are required to ful ll community service requirements for local courts.

Annual platinum sponsors for the food and clothing bank are Safeway in Fort Lupton and Brighton, which provides surplus produce and bread. Bank of Colorado, Kum and Go, United Power and Wholly Stromboli are other platinum sponsors. is year’s gold sponsors are the Colorado Oil and Gas Association and Gencod, a local business group that includes Cinn-A-Brew co ee. Both Wholly Stromboli and CinnA-Brew donate their unsold baked goods to the food bank.

Wolf Pup Distributing donates excess potato chips and snacks for clients, as well.

More information about the organization, as well as links to donate to the group’s capital campaign or operating expenses, are online at www. fcb.org.

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