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Lone Tree

May 16, 2013

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Douglas County, Colorado • Volume 12, Issue 18

Gov. John Hickenlooper and Charles Schwab chat at Lone Tree Arts Center after the Schwab corporate campus groundbreaking. Photo by Jane Reuter

Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning laughs during a tongue-in-cheek video of negotiations between Gunning and Cabela’s, the renowned outfitter that is opening a store in the city. Gunning delivered the State of the City address on May 9 at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Photo by Jane Reuter

Mayor touts Lone Tree’s growth State of the City address highlights development By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Mayor Jim Gunning had ample reason to smile during Lone Tree’s annual State of the City address May 9. The 2013 address was held one day before the Charles Schwab corporate campus groundbreaking ceremony and three months from Cabela’s targeted Aug. 15 grand opening. The two high-profile companies are among the brightest feathers in the city’s increasingly showy economic cap. Gunning highlighted them among a long list of accomplishments during an upbeat lunch presentation to about 160 south metro residents and business representatives. “For me, it’s a very humbling experience

to get up and talk about the city,” Gunning said, crediting Douglas County government, RidgeGate’s developers, Park Meadows Metro District and others for their help in the young city’s evolution. Gunning’s presentation included not only 2013 headline-makers like Schwab, but plans for the city’s likely future. At the top of that list is the proposed 2.2-mile extension of the light rail line from its current stopping point at Lincoln Avenue to RidgeGate Parkway. “Light rail couldn’t be more important to the region or Lone Tree,” Gunning said. “The kinds of businesses that will come with the expansion are businesses like Charles Schwab.” With the three additional stations — at Sky Ridge Medical Center, the future Lone Tree City Center east of Interstate 25 and RidgeGate Parkway — will come 10 million to 12 million square feet of commercial development and 3,500 residential units with

a total valuation of $725 million. Gunning and others are negotiating for a public/private partnership to make the extension happen sooner than the Regional Transportation District’s budget allows. “I believe Lone Tree has put together a financial deal we’ll present to RTD soon,” he said. “We’re very close.” The planned extension was among the reasons Charles Schwab cited in its decision to build a 52-acre corporate campus in the city. The campus will take shape during two phases of construction, bringing 3,130 jobs to Lone Tree. Cabela’s is in the process of hiring about 200 people for its 110,000-square-foot Lone Tree store, one of two it plans to open in the Denver metro area on Aug. 15. The Thornton Cabela’s will measure about 80,000 square feet. “Let me remind everybody, ours is the Mayor continues on Page 13

Aviation legislation takes flight Hickenlooper signs bills at Centennial Airport By Deborah Grigsby

dgrigsby@ourcoloradonews. com Three new aviation-related bills were signed into law by Gov. John Hickenlooper, two of which benefit Colorado’s growing aviation and aerospace industry. The bill-signing took place May 13 in the Denverjet Center lobby at Centennial Airport. One bill, known as the “Aviation Development Zone Act,” grants Colorado aircraft manufactures a $1,200 state tax credit for each new employee hired, another extends the Colorado job growth incentive tax credit

by an additional five years, and the third creates a special license plate for the Civil Air Patrol. Hickenlooper lauded House Bills 13-1080 and 13-1287 as “huge job creators,” not just for Centennial, but for all airports around the state. “People often say I spend too much time trying to get companies to put their headquarters here,” Hickenlooper said. “The fact is, for every big company that locates here, there are several smaller companies that come in and feed off the new economic cluster created.” “That runway out there is not just a piece of concrete that connects Arapahoe and Douglas counties,” said Republican Aviation continues on Page 13

Schwab breaks ground Founder says campus will boost company By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Charles Schwab credits the success of his Fortune 500 company to the quality of his employees. Their well-being is a driving force toward construction of the $230 million Lone Tree corporate campus that officially broke ground May 10. “Our company really is nothing without really happy employees,” Schwab said in a brief speech at the Lone Tree Arts Center. “Denver is such a fantastic environment to live (and) provides the well-educated employees we love to attract to our company. By being here, this will give us a better edge.” The 75-year-old Schwab started the San Francisco-based company 40 years ago with four employees. It now employs nearly 15,000 people and serves 8.2-million client brokerage accounts. Off-stage, Schwab didn’t rule out the prospect of someday making Lone Tree its global headquarters. “As we get this campus developed, we will consider all options,” he said. Schwab spoke from the arts center’s stage along with Gov. John Hickenlooper, Douglas County Commissioner Jill Repella, Lone Tree Mayor Jim Gunning and Schwab Senior Vice President Brian McDonald. The Charles Schwab Corporation’s 2,200 metro-area employees, now spread among three sites, will move into their new home in late 2014. Schwab credited Lone Tree for its part in bringing the project to life. “I just want to thank all the people who with Godspeed put this whole thing together,” he said. “You did an incredible yeoman’s job to make this all happen.” McDonald said Schwab plans to become part of Lone Tree, and already is pondering a relationship with the Lone Tree Arts CenSchwab continues on Page 13

Using the tail of an aircraft as a solid surface to write, Gov. John Hickenlooper, center, puts a pen to Senate Bill 13-060 on May 13 at Centennial Airport. Joined by state Rep. Frank McNulty, left, and state Sen. Mark Scheffel, Hickenlooper signed the bill that creates a special license plate for the Civil Air Patrol. Photo by Deborah Grigsby

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May 16, 2013

Markets sprout, and farmers survive The early morning chill, left over from winter’s most recent unwelcome blast, settles along the quiet street where blue and white canopies have popped up like overdue buds, signaling the arrival of the season’s first farmers market. Soft music, lingering from a nearby restaurant, punctures the hush, along with occasional laughter and voices from vendors as they ready tables with wares and hopes for a good day. Danish bakery workers pull sugarcrusted strudels — apricot and apple raisin — from their truck to shelves along the sidewalk. Nearby is the homemade peanut butter woman and the Angus beef man and the cheerful El Salvador cook. At the end is the farmer. He is 63, the great-grandson of a farmer who bought a plot of land 108 years ago in Welby, between Denver and Thornton, off North Washington Street. Today, he has 80 acres in Hudson, a country town of 2,300 northeast of Denver on Interstate 76, a solid hour-and-15-minute drive to the Sunday market in Highlands Ranch. He stands next to his white truck, watching the market unfold, an ever-present cigarillo clutched in a weathered hand that tells a story of a working life rooted in the soil. He is a content man whose easy smiles crinkle soft grooves around blue eyes that peer intently from a sun-worn face. “I might not be farming today if it weren’t for the markets,” Alan Mazzotti says. “They’ve kept us in business.” And they’ve kept us, the customers, connected to a less complicated time, when people knew who had grown the food on their table — a slice of knowledge that cultivated gratitude and nurtured community. Sean and Maria McAfee, married 22 years, can’t drive by a farmers market

without stopping, whether it’s along the coastal drive to San Francisco or in their hometown. When they lived in Evergreen, they visited the local market there every Tuesday. Now, in Highlands Ranch, they never miss a Sunday. It’s a matter of principle and a matter of friendship. Besides the benefit of fresh produce, “I’d rather pay a little more to support local people,” Maria says. “We’re big believers in moving away from the Walmart-ization of the U.S.” And, over the years, many vendors have become friends — the Angus beef man invited them to his wedding last year. “They become part of the fabric of your life,” Maria says. “We were so excited,” Sean says of the week leading up to opening day. “We were talking about this all week.” They walk away, hand in hand, each with a small bag. Basil and oregano seedlings in one, peanut butter, pasta and honey in the other. This time, “we didn’t have a lot to buy,” Maria says. “It was seeing old friends.” Colorado has more than 100 farmers markets, with about half in the Denver metro area, according to the state Department of Agriculture. They operate individually or through sponsoring organizations. Most are seasonal, running from May through October, and their arrival seems to signal the start —

finally — of summer. The Metro Denver Farmers Market, founded 36 years ago, is the oldest organization. And that’s how long Mazzotti, an original member, has been selling at the outdoor markets, which he estimates have kept 70 percent of local farmers in business. In fact, he says, most farmers grow specifically for the markets. He has corn, carrots, green beans, cauliflower, sweet corn, cucumbers, winter and summer squashes, parsley, basil. “I can’t think fast enough,” he says as he rattles off the list. Farmers do have other outlets such as fruit and vegetable stands, garden centers and pumpkin patches. But they expect to earn most of their money in the summer markets. They are, however, no longer just for farmers. Walk through any market and you’ll see the realization of a melting pot of dreams. There’s the gourmet nut man, stirring almonds with a wooden paddle in a copper vat as a tantalizing aroma draws a crowd. There’s a local children’s book author. And there’s Monse Perez Hines, the young Salvadoran wife of a military man, who drives up from Colorado Springs each week to sell curtido and pupusas, traditional foods she makes in her home which are so popular she always returns with empty coolers. “I’ve received such great support from everyone here,” she says. And “I’ve been able to share my culture.” And Evi Bujdoso of Hungary, selling Danish pastries. She wears a white apron, and her short, blond hair pokes out from beneath a white cap. A half hour from closing time, just a handful of strudels and a few croissants are left. “We weren’t prepared all the way,” she says with a slight accent and a quick smile. “People were excited to see us back again.”

As vendors begin to pack up, Mazzotti stands by his truck, behind the tables and ground laden with pansies, petunias and geraniums in planters, baskets and trays. Herb seedlings, also from his greenhouse, sit in the canopy shade. It’s too early in the season for most vegetables and fruit. The day’s proceeds: Just OK. “A little chilly,” he explains. But that’s all right. He’s reconnected with many of his customers, some now friends, like the brothers in their 90s at the Auraria market in Denver that he’s known for 30 years and who even visit his farm at times. Next week, he hopes to bring asparagus, spinach and lettuce with his flowers. Come June, he’ll be trucking loads of vegetables to six markets a week. Down the row of vendors, he watches canopies folding shut — like tulips closing at day’s end. Like the others, he loads up and heads for home. “I’m tired,” he says. A smile quickly appears. “I’m getting older every day.” And rest won’t come until the plants are back in the greenhouse, the truck is cleaned, the crops tended, the chores all done. Then, he’ll enjoy the peace of the land, the lack of pavement that traps heat, the friendliness of country neighbors. “I have to make a living. I have to feed my family, too.” But more than anything, he says, working the land and sharing its yield with the rest of us, “is a way of life.” A farmer’s life. And a good life. You’ll find farmers markets listed at www.coloradofarmers.org. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews. com or 303-566-4110.

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Century mark. Ruth Memorial Chapel, a Douglas County landmark in Parker, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Page 18

Away they go. Valor Christian, Highlands Ranch and Rock Canyon high schools are Graduation set to hold commencement 2013 ceremonies. Page 4-5

Diamond days. Chaparral High School boys won the Class 5A District 5 baseball championship in an 8-0 victory over Denver East. Page 22

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May 16, 2013

City moves to ban retail pot Lone Tree’s Fourth Officials point to residents’ vote on medical marijuana

‘I don’t think it’s in the best interest for Lone Tree to be involved in retail sales when it’s

By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com As the Colorado Legislature adopted laws regulating voter-approved recreational marijuana, the City of Lone Tree moved toward banning all but personal use and in-home growing — the rights guaranteed under Amendment 64. The city council approved first reading of an ordinance May 7 to prohibit the establishment and operation of retail marijuana stores, cultivation, manufacturing and testing facilities within Lone Tree’s limits. Council members agreed after Amendment 64 passed last November to wait and see how the state legislature chose to handle the new law. The ordinance is set for a June 11 public hearing. Based on Lone Tree residents’ 2010 vote to prohibit medical marijuana establishments within the city, council members anticipate little if any objection to the retail pot ban. “Medical marijuana is legal in the State of Colorado, as is marijuana now,” Mayor Jim Gunning said. “But

against the law on the federal level.’ Mayor Jim Gunning

is set to be a blast April snow prompts council to give go-ahead for fireworks By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcolorado news.com we had a vote in the city and county, and it clearly showed people in the city and county didn’t want retail shops for medical marijuana. We’re just making the assumption based on medical marijuana they don’t want retail shops for marijuana either.” More than two-thirds of Lone Tree voters agreed to prohibit medical marijuana-related businesses within the city during the 2010 election. Furthermore, Gunning said, the legalities surrounding marijuana remain murky. “We still feel it’s a complicated issue,” he said. “I don’t think it’s in the best interest for Lone Tree to be involved in retail sales when it’s against the law on the federal level.” Police Chief Jeff Streeter said his department plans to follow state law

“to a T.” “When they’re over the possession limits, the law will be enforced,” he said. “When they’re within it, we’ll do nothing. I’m not splitting hairs that it’s still illegal at the federal level. It’s state law. We’re going to enforce the state law at this point.” Streeter, Lone Tree’s chief for just two months, said recreational marijuana hasn’t been a hot topic within the police department. “I haven’t come in with a directive to do this, don’t do this,” he said. “Quite frankly, it hasn’t even been a subject matter.” While Lone Tree can bow out of retail marijuana sales, it can’t under the new law prohibit those 21 and over from using marijuana in their homes or growing up to six plants.

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What’s on the horizon.

Absent wildfires, torrential rains or other acts of God, the City of Lone Tree will have fireworks on the Fourth of July. The city council agreed during its May 7 meeting to move forward with the annual show, in large part because of the precipitation that’s fallen since the group’s April 16 meeting. Then, fearing drought could douse the 2013 fireworks as it did in 2012, Mayor Jim Gunning suggested the city consider substituting the display with a laser light show. “We’ve had quite a bit of moisture since then,” Gunning said. “I’m sure everyone would prefer fireworks.” Weekly snowstorms began April 8, together blanketing the Denver area with 20.4 inches of snow that added up to 1.87 inches of precipitation, according to CBS4 News. The city’s special events

coordinator, Lesley Johnson, showed council members a short demo of a laser light show, which she said would cost between $9,000 and $13,500, but council members said they’d prefer the traditional display. This year’s fireworks will cost $12,000. South Metro Fire battalion chief Doug Bloomquist said given recent precipitation, he’s cautiously optimistic this summer will be less dry than last. “Right now it does look good,” he said. “The problem is, we’ve been in a drought for two years. Some of your bigger fuels need a couple years to recover.” Additionally, if dry weather returns, rapidly growing grasses will dry out as well. “What it means is bigger grass, so bigger fires,” he said. In 2012, with wildfires raging elsewhere in the state, Lone Tree and most other Colorado communities canceled their fireworks. Lone Tree instead launched them on Labor Day Weekend. Last year was the fifth in a row that Lone Tree’s fireworks had been either canceled or cut short by dry conditions, grass fires or rainstorms.

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Put us on your spring and summer calendar. The RidgeGate community is thriving this season, with many fun, free events that will inspire you and your family to reconnect with nature, move your body, and hear great music. Plan now to join us. Tuesday, May 28, and Tuesday, June 25 6:30 –7:30pm

of The Indulgers, who delight audiences with their

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of folk, rock and jazz. Take a walk on the paved path

Location: Belvedere Park (between RidgeGate Parkway and

around the park, bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the music.

RidgeGate Circle on Belvedere Lane)

Join RidgeGate, South Suburban Parks and Recreation and the Lone Tree Recreation Center for a free yoga class in Belvedere Park. Bring your own yoga mat, or one will

distinctive spin on traditional Celtic music, with elements

Saturday, June 22, 8 –10pm

RidgeGate Presents Tunes on the Terrace: Barron’s Little BIG Band

be provided for you. In case of heavy rain or lightning,

Location: Lone Tree Arts Center

class will be cancelled. No yoga experience necessary.

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Friday, May 31, 6:30 – 8pm

Free Nature Hike Series: Botany 101 Learn the basics of plant identification as we hike along a scenic RidgeGate bluffs trail. Fairy trumpets, harebells, skullcap, larkspur - join a naturalist guide from South Suburban Parks and Recreation to match up these whimsical names with the beautiful plants of late spring. Register at ridgegate.com for this free, family-friendly hike.

Wednesday, June 5, 11:30am–1pm

The RidgeGate Walk Concerts: The Indulgers Location: Outside the Lone Tree Rec Center

Enjoy a springtime lunch break with live music in beautiful Prairie Sky Park, courtesy of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. This month, dance to the music

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Saturday, June 29, 8–11am

Free Nature Hike Series: Explore the East-West Regional Trail This 4-mile hike will explore a segment of the 24-mile East-West Regional Trail, now accessible from the RidgeGate community via new trail extensions completed in 2012. The hike will wind through the natural bluffs formations flanking the southern end of the community. Register at ridgegate.com for this free hike. (Not recommended for younger children)

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HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 2013 GRADUATION Commencement: 9 a.m., May 22, Red Rocks Amphitheatre Total enrollment: 1,634 Graduating class size: 402 Senior class officers: Student Body President: Allison Corwin; Student Body Vice President: Michaela Macre; Senior Class President: Alex Lammle;

community-service hours during their four years of high school, but several members of this class left that initial mandate in the dust. “We have right at 20 kids that have served over 250 community service hours,” Goings said. “A

Senior Class Vice President: Christina Turcanu Valedictorian: Thomas Wu Mascot: Falcon Class Song: “Little Wonders” — Rob Thomas Class motto: “Whatever you are, be a good one.”

couple of those students served over 1,000.” Sad as he is to see them go, Goings looks forward to hearing back from the members of the class of 2013. “I tell you, they’re going to do amazing things,” he said.

Rock Canyon High School’s 2013 graduating class helped several children with life-threatening illnesses realize their wishes. Now, they’re leaving the school to pursue their own dreams. The school started its annual fundraising week for the Make-A-Wish Foundation in 2010, shattering records each year since then and ranking among the graduating class’ most memorable accomplishments. “These students are very proud of what they’ve accomplished,” Principal Andy Abner said. “I’m very proud. They’ve certainly left Rock Canyon’s foundation a little bit stronger. “They have granted wishes, competed and won, and reached their own dreams and goals winning scholarships and getting accepted to colleges and universities all of over the Unites States.”

ROCK CANYON HIGH SCHOOL 2013 GRADUATION Commencement: 9 a.m., May 24, Shea Stadium in Highlands Ranch Total enrollment: 1,760 Graduating class size: 400 Senior class officers: Student Body President: Casey Bergeron; Student Body Vice President: Adrienne Gullia; Senior Class President: Alexis Svenson;

The class of 2013 includes two Boettcher scholars, two Air Force Academy appointments and a long list of seniors who placed not only at the top of the state competitions, but also represented the school in national competitions. This year’s class boasts Rock Canyon’s highest number of seniors graduating with honors. “We could not be happier with our outcomes

Senior Class Vice President: Darrian Felsen Mascot: Jaguars Class song: “Celebrate Good Times (Come On)” — Funktown America Class motto: “Happiness can be found in the darkest of times if only one remembers to turn on the light” — Albus Dumbledore this year and we look forward to what these amazing young men and women will accomplish in their future,” Abner said. He credited teachers and leaders at RCHS’ feeder middle and elementary schools as well as parents for their roles. “The long list of accomplishments that follows the class of 2013 is due to the culmination of (their) efforts,” he said.

Valor Christian’s fourth class is school’s largest yet By Ryan Boldrey rboldrey@ourcoloradonews. com If there is one word that best describes the Class of 2013 at Valor Christian High School, Fonda Kempton, the school’s director of college guidance, would have to choose the word “unity.” “Even though it’s our biggest class yet, they are very unified,” Kempton said. “They are great about doing things together. It’s impressive to see.” The class, which boasts 176 graduates, may have defined itself best through athletic dominance, and according to Kempton, it has 26 student-athletes that have signed to continue their playing careers at the collegiate level. No athletic program left a bigger mark than football, in which Valor seniors earned state championships in Class 3A in 2009, Class 4A in 2010 and 2011 and Class 5A in 2012. And while many will remember this flock of Eagles for their athletic prowess, Kempton will remember a variety of things about this group.

VALOR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL 2013 GRADUATION Commencement: 4 p.m., May 31, Cherry Hills Community Church Total Enrollment: 822 Graduating Class Size: 176 Mascot: Eagles Class Officers: Executive Council President: Ben Lorden; Senior Class President: Delaney Bryant; Senior Class Representatives: Courtney Camden and Tim Werder

At the top of the list likely would be the growth the students displayed through the variety of mission trips taken throughout their

time at the school. “I think that the experience helps them to understand the world a lot better,” Kempton said. “Work-

ing with people in need starts a lifelong desire in many of them to serve and you see it so often when these kids are applying to colleges that they are asking what kind of studyabroad and mission programs are available.” The fourth class in school history will be represented in the fall at NYU Abu Dhabi, Boston College, Pepperdine, Penn State and Vanderbilt, just to name a few.

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More money going to teachers, classrooms W District proposes pay bumps, higher per-student funding By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com The Douglas County School District plans an average 4 percent pay increase for teachers in 2013-14, one of several good-news budget recommendations announced May 7. But under the district’s new pay-for-performance program, not all teachers are guaranteed an increase. Teachers rated “ineffective” would not get more money, according to DCSD. Pay for performance is “a bit of a change from the past,” said school board president John Carson. “But we expect, by and large, teachers are going to do well under (pay for performance), so on average it’s going to be 4 percent.” DCSD cites the improving state econo-

my and in-district savings for allowing the budget changes, which also include more money for students and the elimination of a $25 parent-paid technology fee. The expected state-provided per-pupil revenue will increase by about $165 per student. The district also will add its own money to that pot for a total funding increase of $200 per student, which totals $11.2 million. “We’re going to be able to put $200 more (per student) into the classrooms because we’ve found efficiencies in the overall budget, so we can do even a little better than what we’re getting from the state,” Carson said. DCSD plans to cover the $2.2 million annual increase in contributions to the Public Employees Retirement Association of Colorado, and the $1.2 million increase in medical plan costs for all teachers. That leaves $12 million — or 4 percent — for salaries, half of which will be a per-

manent pay increase and the other half a one-year, one-time bump. “This will be our second consecutive year of raises after a number of years where the economy didn’t allow for raises,” Carson said. “Now we’re back on track to where we think we’ll be able to continue giving our teachers regular raises.” How much — or whether — each teacher’s paycheck will grow hinges on a complex set of factors. DCSD’s new, controversial evaluation system categorizes an educator’s teaching style on a range from “highly effective” to “ineffective.” Pay increases are based in part on that rating. Pay also is determined by a teacher’s placement on the market-based pay scale. It established a salary range based on subject matter, with higher salaries given to those who provide instruction in more complex or specialized areas. For instance, a social studies or business teacher falls into a lower-paying salary

band than a science or Chinese language Leg teacher. The two scales are tightly enmeshed. Soon p while a teacher who is rated highly effective will get a bigger salary boost than oneBy V rated less effective, a teacher rated highlyvvela effective who is paid at a below-market rate would get a larger raise than one rated par- Th tially effective but already paid at an above-rules ation market rate. Further complicating the calculations isdoes the four-year salary freeze teachers enduredsurro Q during the deepest point of the recession. “Part of the evaluation of the below-supp market and above-market has to do withplace the pay freezes,” said DCSD spokeswomanwhet Cinamon Watson. “If somebody was hiredvene four years ago, their pay was frozen for four St years, and we’ve since hired people at sala-work ries above them, we need to catch thosewher ritory folks up.” The budget is scheduled for adoption in “G we’ve June. said drive was most make Pa 1317 ANDERSON HOSTS CAMPAIGN LAUNCH erati shop the s What: Unite and Celebrate Our Freedom campaign enue launch, hosted by Douglas County Sheriff candidate John Th Anderson. mari Where: The JA Ranch south of Castle Rock. well When: May 25 are a Events: amen Noon to 2 p.m. — A shooting range to show support have for the Second Amendment. Space is limited. Participants chas supply personal firearms and ammunition. as to 2 to 7 p.m. — Trout fishing, a live country-western clubs swing band, outdoor dancing, hamburgers, hot dogs, use t chips and sodas. The band begins to play at 4:30 p.m. failed For more information or to reserve a spot at the shootSe ing range, visit www.andersonforsheriff.org or email with john@andersonforsheriff.org. the A amen the s

Police commander running for sheriff Castle Rock’s Anderson to throw hat in ring By Rhonda Moore

rmoore@ourcoloradonews.com A commander with the Castle Rock Police Department has announced he will run for Douglas County sheriff. Cmdr. John Anderson is the second Republican candidate to announce his intent, joining Douglas County Undersheriff Tony Spurlock. Anderson also ran for the office in 2006 against Sheriff Dave Weaver, whose second term expires in 2014. “I’m going to bring a lot of positive changes to the sheriff’s office,” said Anderson, who made the announcement May 11. “It has been the same establishment for 34

years. I’m going to bring a different lens, introduce new programs and improve and enhance the professionalism of the department.” Anderson, 57, began his law enforcement career 35 years ago with the Castle Anderson Rock Police Department. He is a native of the town and served as a captain until 2012, when new Chief Jack Cauley eliminated the department’s captain and lieutenant positions. Facing a campaign that could last more than a year, Anderson plans to take what he learned from his first run for office and reach as many residents as possible over the next several months. He intends to focus on quality of life, community safety and

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customer service, which rank high on the list for Douglas County residents, he said. “It’s a big county, people have questions,” Anderson said. “You have to reinforce what you say and it takes time. I think that’s very vital to let people know who you are so they have time to understand (your positions). The first time, I had no idea what running for office was. I was totally blind. I have learned how to network much better, how to understand what people in Douglas County want and need. I’ve placed myself in a situation where I’m very serious, very focused and I’m ready to go.” Anderson will launch his campaign with a Unite and Celebrate Our Freedom party May 25 at his ranch south of Castle Rock. Supporters can find out more about the launch and his campaign at www.andersonforsheriff.org.

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May 16, 2013

s With pot legal, here come the laws

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ffecn oneBy Vic Vela ighlyvvela@ourcoloradonews.com t rate par- The state Legislature may have passed bove-rules involving sales and usage of recreational marijuana in Colorado, but that ns isdoesn’t mean there aren’t unresolved issues uredsurrounding the newly created industry. Questions loom as to whether voters will on. elow-support the tax model that legislators put in withplace to support retail pot regulations, and manwhether the federal government will interhiredvene. four Still, lawmakers believe they did good sala-work creating laws to regulate an industry hosewhere every movement is in uncharted territory. on in “Given the short time frame, I think we’ve done the best job we possibly could,” said Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, a major driver of pot legislation this session. “This was the project I undoubtedly spent the most amount of time on this session, to make sure we got it right.” Pabon was the sponsor of House Bill 1317, which creates regulations for the operation of retail marijuana stores. Retail pot shops are to open beginning Jan. 1, under the supervision of the Department of Revenue. There will be limits as to what retail marijuana stores can and cannot do, as well as how much marijuana consumers are allowed to purchase. Some late-session amendments to the pot legislation would have allowed out-of-state residents to purchase greater amounts of the drug, as well as to permit the existence of marijuana clubs, where people could congregate to use the drug. However, those amendments failed. Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, along with Pabon, was instrumental in crafting the Amendment 64 bills. She opposed those amendments, and said it’s important for the state to go slow in rolling out the new

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Another key piece of Amendment 64 legislation came in the form of House Bill 1318, which will ask voters to support a 15 percent excise tax, and an initial 10 percent sales tax on retail marijuana. House Republicans unanimously opposed the bill, even though the bill received bipartisan support in the Senate. Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, cautioned that if voters do not approve the tax, the money could end up coming out of the state’s general fund. “It was an issue of making sure we were protecting the state,” McNulty said. “We supported suspending retail operations if the tax doesn’t pass. If the tax doesn’t pass ... and if you’re not putting other options in front of voters, everything that state government does is vulnerable.” Fears over what the voters might end up doing in November led to a late-session effort aimed at a partial repeal of Amendment 64, one that was supported by McNulty. The resolution called for the suspension of retail marijuana sales if the pot taxes are

not supported by voters. It would not have affected the decriminalization aspect of Amendment 64, so it still would have been legal to smoke the drug. However, that legislation died almost as quickly as it was introduced in the Senate. Democratic Senate President John Morse teamed up with fellow Colorado Springs Sen. Bill Cadman, the chamber’s minority leader, to introduce the legislation. The resolution passed in a hastily scheduled committee hearing, just three days before the session ended. But it was never brought to the floor of the Senate for consideration. Morse said he “didn’t have the votes” to get the resolution passed. But he said he hoped the crafting of the legislation sent a message to the pro-Amendment 64 lobby, that they need to ensure the tax rate passes in November. Pabon said he didn’t think the partial repeal effort “ever would have gotten out of (a House) committee, let alone to the floor.” “At the end of the day, the voters have already spoken about this issue and they don’t need to take another vote on it,” Pabon said. Gov. John Hickenlooper said he’s confident that Amendment 64 backers will work with lawmakers in making sure that the taxes pass in November, so that the state isn’t stuck with the bill. “I think we’ll all work on it,” the governor said. “I think they’ll commit resources because if it doesn’t pass, their lives will become chaos. And I don’t even want to speculate what the federal government will do. I don’t even want to speculate what the people of Colorado will do. “They can take it nonchalantly at their own risk.”

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Here are some of the key aspects of each of the three bills that deal with the regulation of retail pot sales and use: House Bill 1317: • In-state residents are allowed to purchase up to one ounce of marijuana at retail shops in a single transaction. Visitors to

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industry. Marijuana use and sales are illegal under federal law, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office has yet to provide insight as to how it will respond to the new legislation. So, lawmakers like Jahn say they wanted to make sure they put in place regulations that support strong oversight and that also keep the drug away from children. “We have so much to lose if we don’t do this right,” Jahn said. “And because we have so many `I don’t know what I don’t knows,’ I just think we have to move really cautiously.” But regulations surrounding the industry are bound to change, and lawmakers certainly will address many other pot-related issues in the coming years. “It’s been 80 years since Prohibition and were still passing alcohol laws today,” said Pabon. “We’ve had 80 years to protect that system. We’ve had six months to implement this one.”

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May 16, 2013

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Session over, where do we go now? The Colorado General Assembly’s 2013 session came to a close last week without the extra-innings drama of the previous year. No doubt, much was accomplished over the past four months by the Democrat-controlled Legislature, including approval of some high-profile pieces of legislation. Civil unions? Check. (Unlike last year, there would be no last-minute theatrics over a bill approving these.) Numerous gun-control measures? Check. Overhaul of Colorado’s election rules? Check. Mass frustration by Senate and House Republicans? Check.

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A statement released by the Colorado Republican Party the day after the session’s end called it “the most divisive and partisan in the state’s history.” We’re not sure where to rank the session on the all-time list, but it certainly was both very divisive and very partisan. It also was very predictable. November’s elections ensured one-party control in Colorado. With a House, Senate and gover-

question of the week

What advice do you have for the graduates of 2013? Colorado Community Media surveyed four people at the Lone Tree Arts Center this week, among them business-

man Charles R. Schwab, about the advice they’d give today’s high school and college graduates.

“Develop passion about whatever they want to do in life. Employers want kids that are deeply passionate … That really means serving somebody and loving doing it.” — Charles R. Schwab, Woodside, Calif.

“Go out and fail. Take a chance. Take a risk. That’s when you learn the most. You’ll learn more from your failures than your successes.” — Larry Fullerton, Greenwood Village

“Absolutely follow your passion first. Second, pay attention to your world. We’re all much more connected … Third, always try to do the right thing. Don’t be motivated by power or greed.” — Charlene Sherwood, Denver

“Look to your community and your friends for opportunities. Douglas County is filled with opportunities and growth. Reach out to the types of employers within your area of passion.” — David Gardner, Parker

You can kiss my coffee table Today’s theme is euphemisms. We use them all the time, knowingly or not. “A euphemism is a generally innocuous word or expression used in place of one that may be found offensive or suggest something unpleasant,” says Wikipedia’s entry on the topic. “Some euphemisms are intended to amuse, while others use bland, inoffensive, and often misleading terms for things the user wishes to dissimulate or downplay.” Well, you can kiss my coffee table. I use euphemisms all of the time that are not intended to mask something that is offensive or impolite, as you will see. What is a euphemism for “euphemism”? Beats me. The word comes from the Greek (Don’t they all?), meaning “the use of words of good omen.” How did we get from that to dissimulating unpleasantries? How many of you were given euphemisms as a child? Parents say the darndest things. Mine referred to One (of One and Two) as “dooty,” which phonetically is “duty.” When I heard my teacher say “It is your duty,” I wet my pants. W.C. Fields used to say “Mother of Pearl!” which always sounded like a profanity. He’d yell “Godfrey Daniel” when something went wrong. I’d name my kid Godfrey Daniel. In case you are wondering (I did), there are people named Godfrey Daniel and Godfrey Daniels. I’d like to meet their parents, to find out if it was an intentional choice coming from Fields, or if they were oblivious. Language is where I have fun. It’s where I have the most fun. Don’t take me out to the ball game, although there is always the national anthem, and “Jose, can you see?”

nor united, little could stand in the way of getting bills passed, controversial or not — a single vote from the other party or not. And while the session was not without some solid examples of bipartisan legislation, Democrats were prolific with their newfound power. “You may not agree with everything we’re doing, but you can’t say we’re not doing anything,” Democratic Rep. Dominick Moreno told Colorado Community Media legislative reporter Vic Vela in April. We’re not using this space to call out the Democratic Party. Republicans likely would also have taken full advantage of such a position. Democrats worked together and accomplished what they felt was right.

Remember to make time for the important things I heard the coolest story the other day so I thought I would share it with you all because I found it to be just so very meaningful and powerful. A very close friend of mine was attending church last Sunday and she shared with me the message that was delivered during the Mass by the deacon of the church. And although I will try and capture the details, it is really the essence of the message I hope I can pass along. The deacon shared that every night at 6 in his home all the cell phones, televisions, and anything that would be considered an intrusion on their time is turned off and that he and his wife just talk for 90 minutes. They make time for each other; more importantly, it is uninterrupted time. I found myself questioning my own approach as I talk a lot about focusing on the important things in life, but this was a tactical approach that I thought I could abide by. As a matter of fact, a year or so ago

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someone else from the community shared with me that not just at 6 at night, but every Sunday is family time and that their entire family turns off their cell phones on Sunday as they spend time together. So why am I sharing this with you again now? Good question and thanks for asking. You see, in cleaning out my home recently I found a deck of cards with a score sheet folded under it. It was a score Norton continues on Page 9

Letter to the editor Vouchers offer needed options

It is extremely disappointing to read Mr. Nicholas’ hypocritical guest column (“We’re not in Kansas, school board,” May 2). He saw a problem that needed solving: Not all students learn best in the same environments. Students and families need education options. This is exactly the goal of parents and taxpayers in the Douglas County School District who support the voucher program. Mr. Nicholas was pleased that district staff and board reached out to him. Has he

Lone Tree Voice The first time I heard the Lord’s Prayer, I thought, “This is great. They have art classes in heaven.” You know? “Our Father who art in heaven.” Most of the time we speak in predictable patterns, and it makes it very easy to finish someone’s sentences. Unless they are good with euphemisms, then you never know what to expect. “Go jump in a _______, you _______,” is a wide-open opportunity for a wordsmith. There’s something called reverse understatements (litotes). “He’s not very tall,” really means “He’s a shrimp.” Using “challenged” is another way of speaking around an expression. A shrimp, then, is “vertically challenged.” Safer, but not very interesting, is it? Wikipedia again: “Connotations easily change over time. `Idiot,’ `imbecile,’ and `moron’ were once neutral terms for a developmentally delayed adult with the mental age comparable to a toddler, preschooler, and primary school child, respectively.” Now we have “developmentally delayed.” Euphemisms became more and more common and mandatory the longer I taught. Words that I used in the 1970s were

But one-party control in a state that is about as purple as it gets has us wondering if Colorado’s residents were best served by this past legislative session. On the state’s active voting rolls as of May 1 there were 915,793 Republicans, 875,926 Democrats and 862,050 unaffiliated voters. That’s not far from one-third each. Those figures make it tough to believe that either party’s platform can adequately represent the constituency as a whole. Clearly, consensus is elusive in Colorado, but if nothing else, the 2013 session was a test of the tastes of the hundreds of thousands of unaffiliated voters. Theirs is the critique that will matter most when they speak at the polls in 2014.

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offered the same to those developing the voucher program? Or is he selfish, or worse jealous: his goals passed, close the door to other innovative ideas? From his writings, it’s the latter. It is apparent that Mr. Nicholas has forgotten why he started a charter! Vouchers offer options. Open your mind to the reality that students need options for their education and families know what is best for their children. Leanna Palmer Castle Rock

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Dems held the remote during Legislature show

I’m about to take you to into a strange and highly unorganized place: my warped mind. It all starts with a recent conversation I had with a lobis byist at the Capitol about the correct pronunciation of the ering Latin-based “sine die.” It means “without day” and it’s typically used in cond by te’s junction with a governing body ending its work for a while re — such as the case was last week with the adjournment of ats the 2013 General Assembly. The lobbyist pronounced sine die the way it looks on not paper. “I think it’s like saying `sign,’ or `Seinfeld,’” he told me. ve That’s when I abruptly changed the subject to begin ately sharing some of my favorite “Seinfeld” moments, and to do, quote lines from classic episodes like “The Library” or as a “The Contest.” You see, I get distracted easily. ouI continued to think about the pronunciation of sine die, and, at the same time, how hilarious of a show “Seinr 014. feld” was. And, after a while, I was certain that the lobbyist had it all wrong. You wanna know why? Because “Seinfeld” was endearingly dubbed a “show about nothing.” And, say what you will about this year’s legislative session, but it certainly was something. There, see. I warned you — warped mind. Only I could go from Latin phrases to “Seinfeld” episodes to a summary of the legislative session. But it kinda makes sense. You see, Democrats truly believe that this year’s session was a Show About Something. And their definition of the word “something” is a heck of a lot different from Republicans’. “There’s a lot of good that came out of this session,” said Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver. “I think we put some really positive public policy out there and I think the people of Colorado are going to look back at this session and just be amazed at all the things we found the time to do.” So the Democrats are happy. For them, the session was about sunshine and puppy dog tails. As for the Republicans, not so much. “They charged hard to the left and stayed there the entire session,” said Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, ared of the Democrat agenda. I know what you’re thinking right now. You’re thinking, heir `Hey, wait a second, Vic. You mean to tell me that Demos on crats and Republicans disagreed on how this year’s legislative session turned out?’” Yep. Shocking, ain’t it? gain king. Democrats feel like they hit the jackpot this session, by

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sheet that had a game that was only partially completed. My wife and I used to play cards or backgammon in the evenings and apparently the last time we played, we left the game unfinished, believing we would have time to get back to it one day. That day never came as unfortunately my wife lost her long battle to pancreatic cancer last month. Many of you in the community have been awesome supporters through prayers and well wishes. So

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unacceptable thirty years later. It got tricky sometimes, because so many words have implications that they

passing a host of major pieces of legislation: civil unions, education reform, election reform, in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants and gun control, just to name a few. Seriously. If there was such a thing as Democratic bingo, the entire card would be full of little dauber-stained dots. “Any one of these things by themselves would have been historic and epic, frankly, in a session,” said Senate Majority Leader Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora. “And we did. One after the other, after the other.” Hmm. But did they do too much? Republicans sure think so. They think Democrats will rue the day that they tried to push such a progressive agenda on the voters. Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs, mocked the Democrats’ legislative efforts on job creation. He said the Democrats proved they’re a party that’s beholden to unions and their efforts hurt small businesses. “This agenda is punishing people in Colorado,” Cadman said. McNulty agrees. “The Democrats have clearly shown that they are very liberal,” he said. “Colorado voters are not going to reward them for that.” But Democrats are making no apologies. They also believe that Republicans didn’t do much of anything, except to complain and say no to just about everything throughout the 120-day session. That’s not what the voters wanted this session, Carroll said. “We would rather be criticized for tackling too many of Colorado’s problems, than not enough,” Carroll said. So, there ya have it. A legislative session that spanned five months, with reaction that can be summed up as: Democrats good; Republicans bad. And vice versa. Who would’ve thunk it, right? Or, maybe the session could be summed up as being a really long, and not nearly as funny, “Seinfeld” episode.

I wanted to thank you all for staying with us and for your compassion during the entire battle. More than that, I wanted to give you all the gift of remembering what is truly important and that is our relationships, whether they are romantic, family, or simply close personal friendships. Do you have a game in your own life that is left halfway finished? A conversation that needs to be completed? A feeling that should be shared or made abundantly clear? Do you regularly make time for those you hold the closest in life? Uninterrupted time, no televisions, no cell phones, or no outside interferences? The good news is that if you are reading this

column, you can still make time for the important things in life … each other. Thank you again from my entire family. I am in awe of the community and appreciate you all so very much. I would love to hear all about how you make time for the most important things at gotonorton@gmail. com because when you do, there is no doubt that it will be a better than good week.

didn’t before. Golfers still have handicaps, but no one else does. Don’t even think about saying “crippled.” Our African art historian prohibited the use of the “primitive” to describe primitive art. I might not have passed her class. “Primitive” is offensive, my noodle salad. I would

have written it over and over on her Godfrey Daniel final exam.

Think about it. Whenever Democrats did something controversial, Republicans would bemoan with a “Newman!”-like expression. And, when Republicans complained about Democratic overreach, Democrats like Carroll would respond with an Elaine Benes-like shove to the chest, and a hearty “Get out!” There was one episode where Kramer started the show by pretending to do a stand-up comedy routine, a la Jerry Seinfeld. “What’s the deal with politics?” Kramer said. “Am I right, people? I don’t get it.” I think Kramer might be on to something there. Hmm. Maybe it’s pronounced SINE-DIE after all. Just like “Seinfeld.” Vic Vela is the legislative reporter for Colorado Community Media. He can be reached at vvela@ourcoloradonews.com. Follow Vic on Twitter: @VicVela1.

Michael Norton, a resident of Highlands Ranch, is the former president of the Zig Ziglar organization and CEO and founder of www.candogo.com

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net

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When it comes to energy independence, U.S. Sen. Mark Udall admits there’s no silver bullet. But there is “silver buckshot,” he said. Udall, who was in Centennial on May 10 at the South Metro Chamber, said one of Colorado’s most promising areas of growth will be energy, and not just in fossil fuels. However, according to the secondgeneration Democratic statesman, in order to seize the opportunities that come with energy, the government must first eliminate economic barriers that hinder new product and job development. For Udall, those barriers are immigration reform and a balanced budget. Although statistics show unemployment is down and housing starts are up, Udall said it’s not enough, and Colorado’s diverse energy landscape may be the key to keeping the economy growing. “Colorado is truly a balanced model for a national energy policy,” Udall said. “Just think about it — we’ve got solar in the San Luis Valley, we’ve got wind towers on the Eastern Slope of the state, we’ve got natural gas and coal and oil on the Western Slope. We’ve got it all and we’re showing the showing the nation — and literally the world — how to achieve energy independence.” An advocate for renewable energy, Udall went on to explain that innovation will play a role in maintaining balance between energy production and the environment. “One success story is a methane capture project in Somerset, Colo.,” said Udall. “And what this project does is take a waste product — which is methane — and turns it into electricity.” The project is a collaboration be-

U.S. Sen. Mark Udall, D-Colo., speaks about energy independence on May 10. Photo by Deborah Grigsby tween Aspen Skiing Co. and Oxbow Mining LLC to explore the untapped potential of coal bed methane. Udall pointed out that methane gas is either burned off or vented away from the mine. “This waste product now powers all of Aspen’s four ski areas, 13 restaurants and three hotels,” he said. “And this is all because members of the private sector decided to come together and find an innovative job-creating solution.” But while Udall cites the Oxbow model as an example of success, he says the transition to renewable resources must come gradually. “We will eventually get there,” he said. “When you think about it, fossil fuels are finite.” But in the meantime, Udall said the state should continue responsible development of more traditional energy resources. “We in Colorado have a tremendous opportunity to lead the world in oil and natural gas production,” he said. “Why? Because there have been innovations in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing and they will help fuel our economic recovery and make our nation more energy-independent.” But Udall admits development is moving closer and closer to residential

areas. “I believe that oil and gas development is an industrial process, and it can be done safely when it’s done right,” he said. “But the public is raising some serious and legitimate concerns about the process, specifically hydraulic fracturing.” As many Colorado communities begin to define oil and gas exploration regulations, Udall acknowledge the heated debates are just the beginning of a longer conversation. “I know you all will agree that one well contaminated is one well too many,” he said. “I want the industry to do everything possible to be transparent with the public, especially with their efforts with hydraulic fracturing.” But that comes with a caveat. “The state has to be informed by science,” said Udall, listing a number of ongoing research projects on the topic. “No rhetoric, no speculation.” Overall, Udall thinks the state’s on the right track, but shouldn’t rest on its laurels. “We can’t wait until the next energy crisis, natural disaster or national tragedy forces Congress and all of us to act,” he said. “Investments in innovation by industry are essential to helping the United States transition to a more reliable, affordable and secure energy future.”

It’s all about animals at bill-signing Protection act, focus on shelter pets become law By Vic Vela

vvela@ ourcoloradonews.com Dogs had their day in Denver on May 13, as Gov. John Hickenlooper signed two pieces of legislation

that led to some serious tail-wagging from our fourlegged friends. The governor — who brought his dog Sky to a bill-signing at the Denver Animal Shelter — put his signature on a bill aimed at protecting dogs whenever police are called to their owners’ homes, and another that designates dogs — and cats — that are adopted from animal shelters as the state pets. “These pets become a huge part of people’s lives,” Hickenlooper said. Each bill received support from Democrats and Republicans in the General Assembly this legislative session. “This is a bipartisan day for dogs,” said Sen. David Balmer, R-Centennial, who was flanked by Democratic lawmakers, Sen. Lucia Guzman and Rep. Lois Court, both of Denver. The three co-sponsored Senate Bill 226, known as the “Dog Protection Act.” The bill requires law enforcement agencies to put in place training, and to adopt policies and procedures that officers would be required to adhere to whenever they respond to homes where there are dogs. The measure allows dog

owners the opportunity to put their pets outside or into another room whenever police come to the home for calls involving non-violent situations. The bill calls for the creation of a volunteer task force that will outline officer training guidelines. The bill was the result of recent headline-grabbing stories involving officer-related dog shootings around the state. Erie resident Brittany Moore’s German Shepard, Ava, was 4 years old when it was shot to death by a police officer there two years ago. “We’ll always miss her and she’ll always be in our hearts,” Moore said afterward. “But I think this was a huge deal, this bill. I think it’s going to help a lot of situations.” The bill received unanimous support from both legislative chambers this session. The same cannot be said about Senate Bill 201, which designates cats and dogs that have been adopted from state animal shelters and rescues as the state pets. The bill received criticism from animal breeder and retail groups, who felt

that the legislation created a perception that it’s better to obtain pets from shelters and rescues, than from other places where pets can be adopted or purchased. At times, legislative committee hearing testimony, and debate inside the House and Senate, resulted in lengthy discussions. Democratic Sen. Andy Kerr of Lakewood, a bill sponsor, who brought his young son and his dog to the event, joked about the contentious nature of the legislation. Just before Kerr was about to speak, playful dogs behind the podium got their leashes tangled up, which caused the Colorado state flag to tip over. “Next time somebody brings me a bill and says this is a nice, easy little bill ...” quipped Kerr. “It’s kind of like taking your 3-yearold son and your dog to a bill-signing, and then trying to catch the Colorado flag at the same time.” Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Lakewood, also a sponsor of Senate Bill 201, said the challenges that surrounded the legislation were worth it, in the end. “These are our most vulnerable animals, who need homes,” she said.

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Choose carefully during record highs Now that we hit the record highs on several of the stock market indexes, it is time to be choosy about future investments. This reminds me of a famous commercial when I was growing up with the mantra “Choosy mothers chose Jif.” Well, now that markets have more than doubled off their low points, investors can afford to be selective. In the peanut butter analogy, you can afford to buy the best. The real question is how to be selective trying to invest in a market that feels like you are paying too much for anything you consider. Here is a primer our investment committee recommends when working with your adviser. 1. Determine the length of time for your portfolio. If it is longer than a full business cycle of seven to ten years, don’t worry about what point you are buying in. The strategy and allocation is much more important than the timing. 2. Build a strategy based on proper diversification for your time frame and risk budget. This allows you to add a variety

of different types of investments, some of which may not be at a high-water mark yet. 3. Seek the best “risk-adjusted” returns for each piece of your portfolio. “This means you want to research additions to your portfolio based on risk first,” says KFS Investment Analyst Greg Richards, CFP. Returns are actually a byproduct of how much volatility you are willing to accept. This can help avoid the short-term high flyers and direct you more towards longterm consistency. 4. Consider what category you are adding more money to and how that category

is performing. If you have an opportunity to buy lower in a different sector, consider putting money to work in the undervalued asset class first. Dollar cost average by investing in smaller sums over a period of time to get average pricing over good and bad months. This will lessen some of the pain when the market corrects. 5. Resist the urge to only buy the best performers. In fact, you may want to consider trimming those categories by taking some profits off the table in those asset classes and using the proceeds to buy in areas that are not yet overvalued. Richards, who heads up the investment committee, reviews over 20 different metrics before investing. He suggests at a minimum, investors wanting to get into the market at these levels should at least research some basic risk measures. Review downside capture, active share, standard

deviation and Sharpe ratio to get a feel for how a manager may perform in various market conditions. The current performance may not be a good indication of how sustainable your returns will be over your time frame. Patricia Kummer has been an independent Certified Financial Planner for 26 years and is president of Kummer Financial Strategies Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor in Highlands Ranch. She welcomes your questions at www.kummerfinancial.com or call the economic hotline at 303-683-5800. Any material discussed is meant for informational purposes only and not a substitute for individual advice. Investing is subject to risks including loss of principal invested. Investors cannot purchase an index directly; these are used as a benchmark only.

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Centennial tower keeps night shift FAA drops order to study; ‘battle over,’ says airport exec By Deborah Grigsby

dgrigsby@ourcoloradonews.com In spite of its on-again-off-again relationship with the Federal Aviation Administration’s budget woes, Centennial Airport’s graveyard shift is now officially off the chopping block, thanks to a hefty pushback not only by airport officials, but by neighboring community leaders, too. Airport Executive Director Robert Olislagers said the FAA notified Congress late on May 7 that the order to study the closure of the night shift at 72 towers had been rescinded. “That battle is now over and unlikely to come back up,” he said. Douglas County District 1 Commissioner Jack Hilbert said he’s pleased with the decision and that the move is the result of a community effort to get the FAA’s attention. Centennial Airport, which lies in both Arapahoe and Douglas counties, is one of the bigger aviation and aerospace economic development clusters in the state, according to Olislagers. Hilbert, who helped lead the effort, said the grassroots work garnered the support of several communities, including Parker and Lone Tree, and multiple businesses and

economic development organizations. “For us, it wasn’t just the just the job issue,” Hilbert said. “Community safety factors came into play, too.” Centennial Airport has had a longrunning distinction as one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, Olislagers has said if Centennial did lose its night-shift air traffic control operation, it would only be a matter of time before accidents would follow. “Doing away with the night shift at Centennial doesn’t mean that flights shut down,” explained Hilbert. “What it means that pilots would then have to coordinate takeoffs and landings and amongst each other, and that’s not the safest environment in a busy airspace with jet traffic.” The decision on the midnight shifts was separate from other actions the FAA has been considering as part of the federal budget sequestration, the government’s mandated efforts to cut spending that began March 1. In March, four Colorado airport towers were on the FAA’s hit list; Broomfield and Front Range were designated for closure, and Centennial and Colorado Springs for elimination of the overnight shift. The agency is still mulling whether to close 149 contract towers at smaller and mid-sized airports around the country. Centennial’s tower is funded by the FAA tower, and does not use contract air traffic controllers.

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School board opposes funding bill Resolution says proposal contrary to county’s interests By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com The Douglas County School Board adopted a resolution May 7 opposing the proposed revamped Public School Finance Act. Senate Bill 213, which hinges on voter approval of a $1 billion tax increase in November, is “profoundly contrary to the best interests” of Douglas County students and taxpayers, according to the resolution. “For every additional dollar of taxes the residents of this county would pay, we would get back maybe 50 cents,” school board President John Carson said. The bill recently passed the General Assembly and now awaits the Gov. John Hickenlooper’s signature. As proposed, it would bring an additional $43 million to $46 million to the

Douglas County School District, but about $16 million of that would go to fund additional early childhood education required under the bill. The financial benefit would be further undercut by the impact of a potential state income tax increase on Douglas County’s high per-capita income, school board member Kevin Larsen said. The proposal increases full-day kindergarten, preschool and special education funding, and gives more money to districts with high concentrations of low-income students and English-language learners (ELL). Douglas County has relatively few students who fall into those categories. Douglas County’s dearth of at-risk students already ranks it among the lowest for state per-pupil funding among Colorado school districts, which has been a longstanding cause of concern in DCSD. But Senate Bill 213 expands the definition of at-risk, as well as the funding sent to those most-affected districts. Under the proposal, districts whose enrollment of at-risk

and ELL students exceeds the state average would receive up to 140 percent of the statewide average. Carson noted that Douglas County likely won’t ever reach that concentration of atrisk and ELL students, and consequently won’t be eligible for higher funding. “It’s just bizarre to me we’re saying essentially a student in this district who might meet that same criteria doesn’t get the same level of funding,” Carson said. “That, to me, is a glaring flaw in this legislation that I’ve yet to hear any logical explanation for.” Larsen also believes the definition of atrisk is “simplistic” and excludes students with different, but equally serious needs. The proposal decreases the amount of money districts receive for students in online schools; about 3,000 students from across the Front Range are enrolled in DCSD’s Hope Online Learning Academy. “That’s a pretty significant portion of money,” Larsen said, noting those students also don’t qualify for at-risk funding. “At least in our case, most of our online kids are

what would be defined as at-risk.” Finally, Larsen and other board members worry the bill threatens the passage of any local education ballot measure. They believe the statewide tax required to put the program into effect likely would make people hesitant to approve additional education taxes. “It’s largely a political exercise that rewards favored districts,” board member Craig Richardson said of the bill. “I’m also struck by the magnitude of the tax increase. And it’s light on changes. It’s light on reform. It’s light on transformation.” Larsen thinks the statewide tax will be a tough sell. However, the proposal won’t expire until 2017. “So that gives five potential November elections,” he said, “which I think create a five-year window of killing potential (local) mill levies around the state.” If voters approve the ballot measure needed to fund the program, it would take effect in the 2015-16 academic year.

STEM School and Academy set to grow 22 teachers being hired for 2013-14 By Ryan Boldrey

rboldrey@ourcoloradonews.com Not only will STEM School and Academy in Highlands Ranch add a class of 11thgraders when school resumes in August, but it will do so in a building that will house an extra 12-14 classrooms, a state-of the-art advanced-placement lab and a fieldhouse. The school will initiate a $4.1 million, 30,000-square-foot expansion at its South Ridgeline Boulevard campus once school lets out June 7, helping put a huge dent into its 500-student wait list. The expansion, according to executive director Penny Eucker, also means the school has openings for 22 new teachers for next year. Eucker said the school is seeking teachers in all areas of study who have degrees in the specific fields they plan to teach, as opposed to teacher-education degrees, and said the top priority is hiring teachers to head capstone courses. Enrollment is expected to leap from 610 to 980 before school resumes and is expected to cap out at 1,500 once a K-5 is added in the next few years, somewhere nearby. The wait list has the potential to balloon right back up, as Eucker says the school

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STEM School and Academy freshmen Melanie Suson, left, and Jacie Tapparo work on an Underwater ROV that they designed. The two plan to attach a camera to the remotely operated vehicle and have it explore the depths of the Chatfield Reservoir this summer. Photo by Ryan Boldrey hosts anywhere from 30-70 parents on a weekly basis for tours. In addition to the advanced study and hands-on learning, she said one of the attractions to the school is that the AP classes are not age-dependent and that if a seventh-grader, for instance,

was ready for college-level work and passed the placement test, he or she could enroll in the class. “I always tell people on the tours to look at the student engagement, because when we have 30 parents visiting a classroom, the

Six local high schools make Newsweek list By Jane Reuter

jreuter@ourcoloradonews.com Ponderosa High School Principal Chuck Puga waited four years to see his school’s name on Newsweek’s annual America’s Best High Schools list. His patience finally was rewarded. “I was ecstatic,” Puga said. “I’ve been applying for the last four years, trying to get us on that list. You’re always proud of the other schools, but when you don’t see your

name on there, there’ a little bit of a letdown. This year, we finally made it and we’re really excited about it.” Ponderosa and five other Douglas County School District high schools are listed among Colorado’s top 40, according to Newsweek’s 2013 ranking. All nine of Douglas Colorado Community County’s traditional highMedia schools made Newsweek’s naApril tional2013 list of the 2,000 best high schools. Puga attributes Ponderosa’s appearance on the list to 3.31” x 4” steadily improving student performance. Newsweek based its conclusions on 2011-12 data, and indicators including

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graduation rates, participation in Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programs, and acceptance into a two- or four-year college program. “This is because of our outstanding students, excellent teaching staff and supportive community,” Puga said. “The bottom line is, it’s really reflective on the great job we do working together for our students. “I think a lot of it’s just the number of kids we have that are taking (Advanced Placement) tests, and scoring very highly on those. Our ACT and SAT scores, those have helped, and the number of our kids going off to colleges and universities.” In order of their ranking on the state list, the six include Rock Canyon, ThunderRidge, Douglas County, Chaparral, Ponderosa and Highlands Ranch high schools. Their presence on the list is in contrast to U.S. News & World Report’s recently released ranking of best high schools, which listed no Douglas County high schools. Douglas County School Board President John Carson was not surprised by the news. “It reaffirmed my belief that we’ve got really some of the best schools in the state of Colorado, and the best teachers in the state of Colorado,” he said. “I think that we continue to see evidence of that when people look at the subjective, measurable criteria out there.” Local school officials believe statistics related to low-income and minority students shifted them off the U.S. News’ list. Douglas County high schools have made frequent appearances on both lists over the years. “In our view, (Newsweek’s) six criteria are good, solid, objective criteria you can use to measure results,” Carson said. Douglas County also has night, online and alternative high schools. Newsweek invites schools to self-report information it considers in its ranking. More than 5,000 public high schools were invited to submit data for the 2013 list; nearly 2,500 responded.

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be.” be a The state gave Schwab a financial nudge in its decision to build the campus. In exuntilchange for the creation of 480 new jobs in

the next five years, Schwab will receive tax credits from Colorado’s Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit. Those jobs will have a “$500 million a year direct and indirect economic impact,” Repella said. “Those are the numbers that help residents prosper.” The featured speakers and dozens of invited guests then converged outside the arts center for a ceremonial groundbreaking. Sunshine glinting off the silver tips of their shovels, 11 local and state officials lifted scoops of rain-soaked dirt. Construction on the first phase of the two-part, 52-acre project at Lincoln Avenue and Park Meadows Boulevard already is under way. It includes two five-story office buildings, a parking garage, amphitheater and retail branch building. A third five-story office building and second parking garage are planned for the later phase.

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Rep. Chris Holbert of Parker, one of the HB 13-1080 sponsors. “It’s actually a portal to new opportunities.” House District 43 Republican Rep. Frank McNulty joked that SB 13-060 was not really a jobs bill, “unless you’re an inmate in Canon City.” The bill, sponsored by McNulty, creates a Civil Air Patrol license plate. “This is just a small way to recognize the

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bigger store,” Gunning said. “I think there will be a traffic jam out there for a while.” Gunning applauded the 20-month-old Lone Tree Arts Center for its runaway success. It so far has hosted 332 performances and 90,000 visitors. With 1,250 new and under-construction apartments, townhomes and single-fam-

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ily homes in Lone Tree, residential also is booming, he said, a fact supported by rising property values. “It’s an indication of how things are going in the region, though it is kind of painful when you’re writing the check,” he said. Gunning touched on the 2012 residents’ survey, which showed satisfaction rates above the national average. A survey of business owners had similarly sunny results. “In the end, it’s a great day to be in Lone Tree,” he said, quoting a city slogan coined by former mayor Jack Boyle.

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Mike Mulligan, president of the Parker Area Historical Society, talks about the history of Ruth Memorial Chapel, which opened in 1913. A celebration marking its 100th year is planned for May 18. Photo by Chris Michlewicz

Chapel hits 100-year mark Public invited to celebrate anniversary of landmark By Chris Michlewicz

cmichlewicz@ourcoloradonews.com The charming white chapel that lends historical ambience to the downtown district has hit the century mark. Ruth Memorial Chapel, which stands proudly on the south side of Mainstreet near Victorian Drive, is a landmark unlike any other in the Town of Parker. It’s among the few structures that have survived the modernization of the downtown area. Town officials and longtime residents are preparing to mark its 100th anniversary with a celebration from 10 a.m. to noon May 18. Carriage rides and live music from the early 20th century will help participants

“travel back in time to 1913,” according to the public invitation. Walking into the one-room chapel, visitors are met with a sense of nostalgia. Those who take a tour of the chapel during the May 18 event will note finely crafted windows, sturdy church pews and the echoes of their own footfalls. The Parker Area Historical Society, which helps represent and protect historic structures, partnered with the town for the 100-year celebration. Mike Mulligan, president of the historical society, says Ruth Memorial Chapel was the first church built in town. All previous services were held in residents’ homes. Dedicated in May 1913 as Ruth Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, the facility still hosts weddings and regular church services, with seating for 70. It has undergone a few renovations over

the years — most recently in 2004, when new exterior paint was applied and the hardwood floors were finished — but has managed to retain its historic charm. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. The Town of Parker bought the building in 1996. A miniature replica of the chapel stands at Parker United Methodist Church’s current location at South Parker Road and Pine Drive. Ruth Memorial was named after the daughter of Dr. Walter Heath, the man who donated part of the land and $1,000 toward the chapel’s construction. Ruth died at an early age, and Heath passed away before the church was completed. For more information about Ruth Memorial Chapel, visit www.parkerhistory. org. To rent it for a special event, visit www. parkeronline.org or call 303-805-3365.

Air Supply to play in Parker Australian singers’ show at PACE Center likely to sell out By Sonya Ellingboe

sellingboe@ourcoloradonews.com Air Supply — Australians Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock — will play a May 30 date at Parker’s PACE Center to what will likely be a sold-out crowd. (A few tickets remained when we spoke with center director Elaine Mariner last week.) Area audiences have especially responded to musical programs in a variety of styles since the PACE Center opened, she said. Other sell-outs Mariner listed include The Vienna Boys Choir in November 2011, soon after the venue opened; and the Parker Symphony Orchestra/Parker Chorale Holiday Shows in 2011 and 2012. A New Year’s Eve celebration sold out in October. In 2012, Celtic Nights, Natalie McMaster, Stunt Dogs, “Fiddler on the Roof,” Colorado Symphony Orchestra’s Drums of the World, the John Denver tribute and “A Christmas Carol” were also sell-outs. Russell and Hitchcock met when both were in a production of “Jesus Christ Su-

if you go Air Supply, Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 30 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave. in downtown Parker. Tickets: $45, $55, $65: 303-805-6800, PACEcenteronline.org.

perstar” in Sydney. After the shows, they would perform together in coffee houses and nightclubs, singing Graham Russell’s original songs. With their smooth harmonies, they eventually landed a recording contract and had a No. 1 single on national charts. Russell writes songs and plays guitar, paired with Hitchcock’s tenor voice. Their song “Lost in Love” connected them with Clive Davis, a music industry executive who signed them to Arista Records. “Lost in Love” became the world’s fastest-selling single and they followed it with ”All Out of Love.” Top-selling albums followed and the pair has toured the world for many years since, sometime with other band mates. Their newest release, “Air Supply Live,” was recorded in Israel and is available at Air Supply shows and online.

History Colorado kicks off a summer of exploration of local and national military history at the History Colorado Center, 1200 Broadway, with the opening of “The American Soldier: A Photographic Tribute” on May 25, continuing through Sept. 2. This national traveling exhibition features 116 enlarged photographs that capture images of American soldiers, beginning on the Civil War battlefields in 1861 when the new medium of photography first documented the grim realities of war, to the war in Iraq. “Spanning nine wars, I’ve often wondered what the exhibition photographs have in common,” said exhibition curator Cyma Rubin. “These photographs have power. They have an ability to reach people ... each image has a life of its own.” For complete information, go to www. historycolorado.org.

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Comedy Works South at the Landmark has landed a big fish: Television personality/actor Drew Carey will perform there on June 21 and 22. Show times are at 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. both days. Ticket prices are $26 per person. Advance tickets are available by calling 720-274-6800 or online at www.comedyworks.com.

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Quarters for Kids, the annual event founded by Tammy and the late Noel Cunningham, will continue holding its annual fundraising campaign despite the recent closure of Strings restaurant. Viewhouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop, a new venture for Lotus Concepts at 2015 Market St., has stepped into the Cunninghams’ sizable shoes to acknowledge the fundraising efforts and honor the children with a private breakfast on May 10. Quarters for Kids is a school-based program where students raise quarters to help provide breakfast for residents at the Volunteers of America Brandon Center for Battered and Homeless Women and their children. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock will recognize the efforts of area students, KOSI-101 radio personality Murphy Huston will emcee the event and Denver Nuggets mascot Rocky will entertain the students. According to VOA legend, 22 years ago Noel discovered — after talking to VOA’s Jim White — that the cost to feed breakfast to a child living in one of Denver’s home shelters was 25 cents. The idea that such a small amount of change could make such a difference motivated Noel to start the Quarters for Kids campaign. While this year’s campaign ended in April, schools and students can plan to participate next April. For more information, go to www.voacolorado.org.

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Russell Hitchcock, left, and Graham Russell — Air Supply — will perform at the PACE Center in Parker on May 30. Courtesy photo In 2011, they were still performing 150 shows a year. Air Supply performs at 7:30 p.m. May 30. Tickets, on sale since late January, cost $45, $55 and $65. Visit PACEcenteronline.org or call 303-805-6600.

When I wrote two weeks ago that an inside source had “dished” about Oprah Winfrey’s upcoming appearance at the Denver-based satellite company Dish Network’s annual retailer convention in San Antonio this month and had made diva-like demands, John Hall with Dish corporate communications took exception to what the insider told me. Here’s what Hall had to say: “Oprah Winfrey graciously accepted our invitation to join our Team Summit retailer convenParker continues on Page 19

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Students Thrive through Vision Welcome to VISION. A publication created to exhibit how Douglas County School District (DCSD) students excel through choice, innovation and efficiency. Due to the leadership of students, parents, educators, employees and community partners, VISION will celebrate achievement, impart mission, portray accountability and reach out to our community.

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“For our students, we are putting more money back into schools; for our parents, we are eliminating technology fees; and, for our employees, we are giving a 5.2% average compensation increase,” said DCSD Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Fagen. Continued on page 3

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Green Ribbon Awarded for Sustainability Douglas County School District (DCSD) has received the first ever U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools District Sustainability Award as bestowed by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. Only 14 of 15,000 districts nationwide were selected for this recognition of exemplary efforts. DCSD was nominated for the Green Ribbon School District Sustainability Award by the Colorado

Department of Education. The award acknowledges DCSD’s achievements in taking a comprehensive

approach to sustainability. “DCSD has long been a model of excellence in Continued on page 4

“The bottom line is, thanks to responsible fiscal management and improved state revenues, DCSD is on strong financial footing and we are able to announce this positive budget news,” Fagen said. This is the second year in a row that DCSD has given employee raises and put additional dollars into the classroom. New budget details include: • More for DCSD Students: $13.7 M: • $200/student back to our schools – $11.6 M • $2.1 million funding for (add for) high school student requests and school innovation – one time requests • More for DCSD Parents: $1.2 M via the Technology Fee elimination • More for DCSD Educators & Employees: $15.7 M (5.2% Average Compensation Increase) • 2% On-Going Average Salary Increase - $6 M • 2% Average One-Time Pay in September - $6 M • PERA Increase Paid by District - $2.2 M • Medical Benefit Increase Paid by District - $1.5 M

According to DCSD Chief Financial Officer Bonnie Betz, the 2014 budget supports the priorities and commitments of the DCSD Strategic Plan. “First and r foremost, we are focusing our resources to prepare our students to compete on the world stage for the college ve is or career path of their choice. And, second, we are l.” improving the quality of life for our employees.” Following a difficult economic climate and five years of budget cuts, DCSD worked diligently last year to balance the budget and plan for the increased costs curve. “DCSD is in strong fiscal shape and with these recommendations, we will continue on that path,” continued Betz. Betz pointed to DCSD’s bond rating of AA+ as evidence of fiscal stability.

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Innovation Continued from page 3 the area of sustainability,” said Lee Smit, DCSD Sustainability Manager. “This is an incredible honor for our students, our staff, and our district leaders.” According to Smit, sustainability efforts have saved DCSD over $15 million in the last six years. “We could only achieve this level of success with students, staff, and administrators working together.”

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“…[Students] developed school-specific marketing and education campaigns…” — Lee Smit, DCSD Sustainability Manager Smit credits DCSD students for leading the charge on education efforts and intelligent management of resources. “More than 7,000 students are running sustainability projects in their schools. They have developed school-specific marketing and education campaigns, challenged their peers and their staff, and worked

hard to save money that can be directed back to the classroom.” “Each department has an impact on what we achieve,” continued Smit. “In DCSD, all of our departments are focusing on how we can improve and this award reflects on their efforts.”

Meet Molly Dean, Senior at Castle View High School. Molly was recently selected to receive one of 12 DCSD Administrator Scholarships. She’s been accepted to attend Colorado School of Mines and the University of Colorado. In the next issue of VISION, learn All DCSD high school graduations will be live-streamed via more about DCSD’s Administrator Scholarship www.livestream.com/dcsdk12 recipients and our Check out DCSD Newsroom at www.dcsdk12.org for times and dates. graduating class of 2013.

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RFK drama returns to area “RFK — A Portrait of Robert F. Kennedy,” a tour-de-force one-man show featuring James O’Hagan Murphy, was a sell-out and was extended early in the year at Vintage Theatre. Vintage will host a return run at the neighboring Aurora Fox Studio Theater, 9900 E. Colfax Ave., from May 31 to June 23 for those theater lovers, history buffs and political junkies who may have missed this remarkable performance. Performances: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets: $25, $20 in advance. 303-8567830, vintagetheatre.com.

Focus on nurses

“Nurses: Past, Present and Future” will be the Highlands Ranch Historical Society program for May 20 at the Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road. Speakers from the Colorado Center for Nursing Excellence, Karren Kowalski and Lola Fehr, will talk about today’s nursing profession and role in the health care delivery system in Colorado. Members attend free, $1 suggested for visitors.

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Tuneful summer in Lone Tree

The second season of the outdoor concert series, Tunes on the Terrace, returns this summer at the Lone Tree Arts Center and tickets go on sale May 15. With 100-plus subscribers for the 350seat venue, single tickets will be limited so you better grab them up before they’re gone. You can see six shows for just $85 on the lawn or $110 for reserved eating. Single tickets are priced between $15 and $25. LTAC Executive Director Lisa Rigsby Peterson says, “I don’t think it’s a question of why people subscribe, it’s more why wouldn’t they? We’ve got top talent bringing a variety of concerts in a gorgeous venue.” The Colorado Symphony Orchestra will be one of the top draws, when it performs a tribute to the Boston Pops on July 12. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.LoneTreeArtsCenter.org or call 720-509-1000.

all sorts of styles and technique, created by guild members. In previous years, the guild has held a Bin Bonanza on Western Welcome Week’s Parade Day and in 2013, it is expanding to three dates: May 18, August 17 and a to-be announced date in September. The Depot Art Gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays every week.

Music Arts Festival

Highlands Ranch Concert Band presents its 8th Annual Music Arts Festival on May 18 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and May 19 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Ongoing concerts by numerous bands, arts, crafts, food and more. Admission free. Hrmafestival.org.

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Wheat Ridge welcomes pub

The Colorado Plus Brew Pub opened May 13 in the old Valente’s Italian Restaurant space in Wheat Ridge. Located at 6995 West 38th Avenue, Colorado Plus will feature 56 Colorado craft beers on tap and a full kitchen. Colorado Plus chef Doug Sattem plans to create fresh homemade sausages and gourmet sliders. Colorado Plus will have an outdoor beer garden and an art gallery upstairs featuring Wheat Ridge artist Terry Womble. In June, Colorado Plus plans to open a one-barrel nanobrewery and serve their beers at the eatery. Colorado Plus follows Wheat Ridge’s first beer maker, Brewery Rickoli, which opened last year at 4335 Wadsworth Blvd. Valente’s Italian Restaurant closed in 2008 after 44 years on West 38th Avenue in Wheat Ridge.

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Eavesdropping on Facebook: “I just ate a bite of wedding cake that was so good, it actually made me want to get married. Now that’s a darn good cake.” Penny Parker’s “Mile High Life” column gives insights into the best events, restaurants, businesses, parties and people throughout the metro area. Parker also writes for Blacktie-Colorado.com. You can subscribe and read her columns (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) at www.pennyparker.blacktie-colorado.com. She can be reached at parkerp1953@gmail.com or at 303-619-5209.

Stravinsky (Firebird Suite); and Mussorgsky (Pictures at an Exhibition) at 2 p.m. May 18. The concert will be in Hampden Hall, second floor in the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Justin Bartels will host, with conversation about the music. Tickets: $15/$12/$5. Englewoodarts.org. Note: Good news! The “Mozart With Silver Ainomae,” annual Olga Wolosyn Memorial Concert, which was canceled due to a snowstorm, is rescheduled for 2 p.m. June 8 at Hampden Hall.

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The International Youth Ballet will present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” ballet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 24 at Civic Green Park, 9370 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Admission is free. Information: HRCAonline.org, 303-791-2500.

The Littleton Chorale and Colorado Wind Ensemble are combining talents to present a concert of American music at 7:30 p.m. May 18 at Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway, Lakewood, and at 3 p.m. May 19 at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. At 2 p.m. before the LUMC concert, a silent auction that will benefit both organizations will be held. The program includes works by Persichetti, Holsinger, Dragon, Copland, Maslanka, Ewazen, Greig, Lauridsen, Dello Joio, Sousa. Tickets/Saturday: $19/$15/$5, 303- 987-7845 (service charge) or at the door (no service charge); Sunday-$15/$12/ children free, coloradowindensemble.org or at the door.

Warm Cookies of the Revolution invites everyone to its 6 p.m. May 23 session: “Sunday School for Atheists” which will discuss what is happening now that makes us question obedience. When is it right to not obey? Moderated by philosophy professor Chad Kautzer from University of ColoradoDenver. Location: the McNichols Building, 144 W. Colfax Ave., at Bannock Street. RSVPs appreciated: warmcookiesoftherevolution. org. Milk and cookies served.

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Speaking of gorillas

“A Visit With Africa’s Mountain Gorillas” will feature local travel agent Valerie Sewell and South Suburban Parks and Recreation manager Dave Lorenz, who recently went on a trip to visit these rare animals in Rwanda. In their program at 7 p.m. May 21 at Bemis Library, they will share photos and experiences and talk about how tourism is helping to save these creatures, which now number only about 880. Bemis is at 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton, 303-795-3961.

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lawman namEd community lEadEr of yEar The Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network named Douglas County Sheriff’s Capt. Attila Denes the community leader of the year for his work as the agency’s Crisis Intervention Team coordinator. The CIT team trains law-enforcement officers to recognize signs of a mental health crisis and to help assess proper response while in the field. Denes implemented the CIT program in the south metro area and eventually helped the program expand statewide. Part of the program’s goal is to eliminate the stigma of mental illness and increase access to treatment through education, advocacy and support. “I am deeply honored and humbled to work with so many dedicated professionals who have dedicated their lives to mental health issues,” Denes said. Denes has been a board member of the Crisis Intervention Teams Association of Colorado since 2007. For more information about the association, visit citac.us.

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rmoore@ourcoloradonews.com When former Bronco Bucky Dilts came to the end of a long road of tribulations that included the loss of two family members to suicide, he decided to go public with his story. Questioning his skills as a public speaker, he heeded advice that proved wise. Dilts was the keynote speaker May 10 at the Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network benefit luncheon. Before a packed crowd, he stepped up to the lectern to “just tell his story” about his experience with mental illness. His story held the crowd rapt. Dilts joined the NFL in 1977 as a punter with the Denver Broncos, leaving the league after three years to launch a career in sales. His first brush with depression came in 1984, with the suicide of his 28-year-old sister. Twelve years later, suicide touched his life again when Dilts and his wife received news that his mother-in-law took her own life. The personal crises continued in 2000, when Dilts lost his wife to divorce after 20 years of marriage. At the time, it was his darkest hour. He isolated himself from friends and family, went through four jobs in six years and began to entertain dark thoughts of his own. “I couldn’t do anything,” Dilts said. “I was just about thinking about suicide. I was almost there.” In 2004, Dilts’s ex-wife was diagnosed with Stage IV cervical cancer. She did not want to tell the couple’s two children, who would not know they were losing their

The Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network benefit luncheon was held May 10. From left are master of ceremonies Dave Aguilera, CBS Denver; Joan DiMaria, executive director, ADMHN; keynote speaker Bucky Dilts; and community leader of the year Capt. Attila Denes of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. Photo by Rhonda Moore mother until about two months before her 2006 death. In the wake of her death, Dilts threw himself into the task of raising his children, until his world was derailed again. In 2008 Dilts got his own diagnosis — prostate cancer. “It really got to me,” he said. “But it gave me an opportunity to talk about things people don’t want to talk about and it led me to this.” After Dilts successfully fought his cancer, he embarked on a speaking career to address the stigma of suicide and the effects of depression. He ran into some resis-

tance among family members who didn’t want him to expose his family’s experience, showcasing the stigma he says ranks among the greatest treatment challenges. “People want to hide it,” he said. “They’re ashamed of it to the point they won’t seek treatment. Others don’t want to talk about it at all. It’s time to shelve stigma. Stigma sucks.” Dilts partnered with the Arapahoe/ Douglas Mental Health Network to help promote its latest effort for treatment of mental health issues. The network serves residents of Arapahoe and Douglas counties with free and reduced-cost mental

health treatment in Littleton, Englewood, Parker and Castle Rock. The network launched a Mental Health First Aid course to teach people how to recognize signs of mental illness in hopes of reducing the number of suicides in Colorado. The number of suicides through April in Douglas County was 25, compared with 14 at the same time in 2012, according to the Douglas County Coroner’s Office. “Every 15 minutes someone in the United States dies by suicide,” said Joan DiMaria, executive director of the Arapahoe/ Douglas Mental Health Network. “We can and we will end that.” For more information about the Mental Health First Aid course or to find a treatment center near you, visit admhn.org or call 303-730-8858. The network’s emergency mental health help line is 303-730-3303.

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WWII veterans visit memorials 29 are guests of Denver nonprofit for D.C. trip By Tom Munds

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Twenty-nine World War II veterans from communities along the Front Range, representing every branch of the military service, used words like “amazing,” “memorable” and “emotional” to describe their Rocky Mountain Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C. “This was a very special trip for me. It was very memorable,” Littleton resident Frank Epperson, who flew with the famous Flying Tigers in China, said of the May 2-4 trip. “I appreciate all the honor flight did to make this a special trip for those of us who served in World War II. I was humbled and honored when people I have never met ood,come up to thank me for my service. This is a trip I will not forget.” ealth Rocky Mountain Honor Flight, a o rec-Denver-based nonprofit, gives World es ofWar II veterans the opportunity to visit lora-the national World War II Memorial in ril inWashington. th 14 The volunteers of Rocky Mountain Hono theor Flight did all they could to make this a very special trip for the guests of honor. theActive-duty military personnel met the n Di-veterans at the airport and helped them hoe/with their baggage. Then, people in the aircanport and on the plane applauded when the presence of World War II veterans was anentalnounced. reat- The flight landed at Baltimore and a fire rg ortruck shot an arc of water over the plane, gen-there were flag-waving volunteers as the 303. group got off the plane and a brass band greeted them at baggage claim. Englewood resident Sel Hewitt, a ra-

World War II veterans Greg Lawrence of Littleton, left, and Marv Olsen of Denver look at names on the Vietnam Memorial. The men were part of a May 2-4 honor flight to Washington, D.C. Photo by Tom Munds dio operator on a B-29 in the Pacific during the war, said the trip was fantastic and was a never-to-be-forgotten experience. “I think every veteran appreciated every minute of that trip,” he said. “Everything was special, the places we visited and the contacts we had with people of all ages who were interested in what we had done and what we were doing.” Franktown resident Doug Brown, an Army veteran, agreed. “This trip was pretty unique, as were the greetings and bands and the other special things that were done

for our visit,” Brown said. “We were greeted and treated very well. I was in an armored unit that took part in the invasion of Germany. It was very important to me to talk to people who had similar experiences.” Planners kept the veterans busy. Among other activities, they visited the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam and Korean memorials, and watched the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery. Some activities just happened. For example, the Dothan (Ala.) High School band

was at the World War II Memorial during the honor flight visit and they performed a special concert for the veterans. Numerous student groups were at the World War II Memorial, and Chase Burrows, a student at a Sumter, S.C., middle school, spent quite a bit of time talking to the veterans. “This is special to me. My great-grandfather died in World War II, when his plane was shot down. I have read about the war and we studied it in school but talking to these men means a lot more than reading and studying.” He said he talked to Dick Olson about his experience in a submarine, to Dick Frank about his experience as a Marine and Littleton resident Hos Varner about how he joined the Coast Guard and was assigned to crews bringing ships back from the Philippines. “I really thank these men for what they did,” Burrows said. “They are really heroes in my eyes.” On the flight back to Denver, the veterans had a surprise with a special “mail call” as each man received an envelope with 20 to 25 letters from family, friends and, more often, from people they had never met thanking them for their service. “This is a surprise and it is tremendous,” Vic Olson said as he read the letters. “I truly appreciate the letters and the sentiments they expressed. It is moving and very, very special.” The finale came when the veterans arrived at Denver International Airport, where they were met by a cheering, applauding crowd of about 200 friends, family, military personnel, police officers and firefighters in uniform and well-wishers. Members of the Patriot Guard lined the wall holding American flags, and the El Jebel pipe band played to welcome the veterans home.

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County teams roll through districts Chaparral, Mountain Vista, ThunderRidge among those advancing By Jim Benton

jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Chaparral, the No. 2 seeded team in the Class 5A state baseball playoffs, combined shutout pitching with explosive offense to win the District 5 championship May 11 at Eaton Field. Riley O’Brien hurled a two-hit, seven-inning shutout in the Wolverines’ 8-0 win over Denver East. Max Kuhns, Chaparral’s starting quarterback during the football season, allowed just two hits in a 10-0 victory over Northglenn in the title game that lasted 4½ innings because of the mercy rule. O’Brien, a senior left-hander who is bound for Bethune-Cookman, struck out 12 batters including seven in a row during one stretch of the game. “I really just stuck to my fastball and slider,” said O’Brien. “They just couldn’t hit it. I really focused during the week on my running and prep work and that’s why I did so well. I was just confident I was going to pitch well.” East starting pitcher David LeamanMiller retired the first six Chaparral batters in order, but Keenan Eaton led off the third with a solo home run to spark a four-run rally. Josh Nicol belted a two-run homer in the fifth to stake O’Brien to an 8-0 lead. “We’ve played some teams that have thrown slower pitchers and that kind of caught us off-guard a little bit,” explained O’Brien. “After those first two innings I was a little nervous, but when Keenan hit that home run, I knew that was all we really needed.” Kuhns, a senior who has signed to play baseball at Santa Clara, induced nine ground ball outs and struck out three batters to defeat Northglenn, which had notched a 6-1 win over Legacy to advance to the district title game. “I thought I pitched pretty well and got my defense involved,” Kuhns said. “I just threw strikes and let them put it in play because we have a great defense and I know they are going to make the plays.”

Chaparral High School’s Keenan Eaton swings for the fences. He hit a solo homer in third inning to spark a four-run outburst in Chaparral’s 8-0 win over East on May 11. Photo by Jim Benton Chaparral, the Continental League cochampions, sent 13 batters to the plate and left the bases loaded in an eight-run second inning. Kuhns had a two-run triple during the big second inning and Brett Wallace delivered a two-run single. Wallace wound up with three runs batted in during the game and Zac Guy collected three of the Wolverines’ 11 hits. “We have a stacked lineup and I feel our whole team is stacked with three- and four-hole hitters,” said Kuhns. “I feel we are blessed and can’t wait for the next round. We have to work hard to keep playing like we’ve been playing and hopefully get some more Ws.” Chaparral (17-4) advances to the double elimination state tournament to be played May 17-18 and May 24-25. Half of the eight teams are from the Continental League, and that doesn’t include co-champion Regis Jesuit, which lost to

Chatfield in the District 2 finals. The Wolverines will play Mountain Vista (13-7) on May 17 in a 12:30 p.m. game at Bishop Machebeuf High School, while last year’s state runners-up Legend (14-7) will open against ThunderRidge (16-5) at 10 a.m. at Machebeuf. During the regular season, Chaparral beat Mountain Vista, 11-3, and Legend edged the Grizzlies, 12-9. The way the bracket unfolds, the four Continental League teams will play against each other in the first two games. “Winning district is a great accomplishment, but this team knows there are bigger things left to do,” said Chaparral coach Tony Perischina. “These kids are unbelievable. They play for each other, they take care of each other, and that’s a huge thing. You can have a team of great players but it they don’t take of each other, then it’s really nothing. When they play with the type of spirit they have now,

it’s awesome.” In other playoff games May 11, Mountain Vista beat Cherokee Trail, 8-4, and edged Dakota Ridge, 8-6, to capture the District 6 title at Dakota Ridge. Dylan Formby cracked three home runs in the Golden Eagles’ two wins, including a gamewinning two-run circuit clout in the victory over Dakota Ridge. Legend traveled to Colorado Springs for the District 5 tournament and the Titans whipped Fairview, 12-0, and allowed only three hits in a 2-0 triumph over Pine Creek. ThunderRidge hosted the District 8 tourney and the Grizzlies beat Fossil Ridge, 6-1, and toppled Grand Junction, 13-3. Andrew Jones and Rowdy Sheets combined to limit Fossil Ridge to three hits while Jake Hand went 3-for-4 to spark the ThunderRidge offense. Josh Brown and Josh Newell each had three hits, Brody Westmoreland drove in three runs and Josh Predolich hit a three-run homer in the win over Grand Junction. Castle View ended its season with an 8-12 record when the Sabercats dropped a 6-3 decision to Cherry Creek in the District 4 tourney. Douglas County (11-9) was eliminated in the District 2 tournament at Regis when the Huskies were shut out 4-0 by Chatfield. In Class 4A, Valor Christian (14-7) traveled to the District 6 tournament in Delta and left with two shutout triumphs. Daniel Butler pitched a three-hit, seven-inning gem as the Eagles whipped Longmont, 9-0. Butler also had a double, a homer and drove in three runs. Matt Fontneau and Nick Merten combined to pitch a five-inning two-hitter in a 15-0 romp over Delta that saw Valor collect 15 hits. Butler went 2-for-2, scored four runs and had four RBIs. Marco Castilla also was credited with four RBIs. Valor will play Montrose (19-2) in a 12:30 p.m. game May 17 at Cherokee Trail High School in the first game of the double-elimination bracket to determine a state champion. Lutheran beat Limon, 6-2, in the Class 2A district semifinals but lost to Denver Christian, 8-2, in the finals. The Lions (147) still advanced to the Region 2 semifinals and will play Peyton (16-5) at 10 a.m. May 18 at Niwot High School.

Valor Christian has high hopes in girls golf Class 4A state tourney set for Broken Tee By Jim Benton

jbenton@ourcoloradonews.com Valor Christian girls golf coach Scotty Hofer hopes his team can take a couple more steps forward during the Class 4A State High School Girls Golf Tournament. The tournament will be played May 2021 at the 5,820-yard, par 72 Broken Tee Golf Club in Englewood, which just happens to be the Eagles’ home course. Valor won the Metro-West regional qualifying tournament May 7 at Fox Hollow with a 234 total. “We won the regional so our whole team qualified,” said Hofer. “I feel we have a very good chance. We just have to perform the way we are capable of and I think we can

win the state championship. “We’ve been coming on the past few years. We placed fourth two years ago and placed third last year. In the past Regis has been a very strong 4A school, but they chose to go 5A this year.” Hofer knows gaining two spots from last year’s finish will not be easy. “There is still good competition that we are expecting from Cheyenne Mountain and Montrose,” he said. “Those are the teams I know about. And I really don’t know about Montrose because they are from the Western Slope and you don’t hear about them.” Tori Glenn and Andrea Ballou paced the Eagles in the regional championship with scores of 77. Sarah Belmear finished with an 80 and Laura Cohan carded an 88. Only the top three scores count in the team standings, as Valor outdistanced Golden by 10 strokes. “We’ll have a team of four this year,” said Hofer. “Two years ago we had three golfers.

Each day just three scores count, but that first day you don’t want to put yourself behind the eight ball. You want to be consistent each day.” Hofer doesn’t feel playing at Broken Tee will be all that much of an advantage for the Eagles. “People might think it is our home course,” he said. “We have all our practices there but we really haven’t really played the course that much. We’ve played a few times, the front nine for sure. With the bad weather we have had, we really haven’t got on the course. We plan to do that.” Valor played in the Cheyenne Mountain Invite May 14 at the Broadmoor, which matches two of the top Class 4A teams in a mini state tourney preview. “We are fortunate the way our schedule worked out,” said Hofer. “We got eight tournaments in where some of the other teams got like four because of the weather. We played down at the Broadmoor and that

was our ninth tournament so that’s pretty good.” Jennifer Kupcho of Jefferson Academy, who was third last season, and fourth-place finisher Taylor Dorans of Broomfield will be among the Class 4A individual favorite players. Glenn tied for ninth in the 2012 state tournament. The Class 5A state tournament will be held May 20-21 at Tiara Rado in Grand Junction. Defending champion Cherry Creek, Arapahoe and Fairview, the schools that finished one-two-three last season, are expected to be among the teams contenting for the team title. Arapahoe’s Hannah Wood and Calli Ringsby of Cherry Creek head a long list of golfers who could win the individual state title, and Creek’s MacKenzie Cohen, who was the surprise 2012 state tournament medalist, can’t be overlooked.

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high school sports roundup Griffin sets meet records in pool

Carter Griffin spent a lot of time on the podium at the Heritage High School swimming pool. Carter swims for the Ponderosa co-op team and set two meet records and was on a pair of winning relay teams May 17-18 at the Continental League boys swimming championships. Regis Jesuit won the team title with 668 points, followed by Highlands Ranch with 597 points and Ponderosa with 441. Carter, a senior at Chaparral who is the defending state champion in the 200- and 500-yard freestyle events, set a league record of 46.92 in the 100 freestyle to eclipse the previous Continental best of 47.10, set by Luke Wagner of Regis. In the 100-yard backstroke Carter set league record and tied the pool standard of 50.14 in a victorious swim. The old league record of 50.16 was held by Kyle Milberg of Highlands Ranch, and he matched the Heritage pool mark of Regis’ Hennessey Stuart. Carter also swam a leg on Ponderosa’s 200- and 400-yard relay teams. J.P. Beach of Castle View/Douglas County was also a double winner. He captured the 50-yard freestyle with a league record time of 21.55. He broke the old standard of 21.68 set by Heritage’s Joey Hinton. Beach also won the 500 freestyle with a time of 4:55.20. The Class 5A state swimming championships will be held May 17-18 at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction.

Bowers, Turnage double winners

ThunderRidge senior Erin Bowers and

Connor Turnage of Highlands Ranch each won two events at the Continental League track and field championships held May 17-18 at Sports Authority Stadium in Parker. Bowers was the champion in the girls 100-meter hurdles in 14.27 and she also won the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 43.70. Turnage, a junior, captured the boys long jump with a leap of 22-9.26 and was first in the triple jump with a 48-8.75 effort. ThunderRidge won both the boys and girls team championship. The Grizzly girls amassed 140 points to finish ahead of second-place Rock Canyon, which finished with 106.2 points. The ThunderRidge boys edged Chaparral for the team title, collecting 95.5 points compared to 95 for the Wolverines. The Colorado state championship meet will be held May 16-18 at Jeffco Stadium.

Mountain Vista, Rock Canyon win

Top-seeded Mountain Vista continued its shutout prowess and Rock Canyon also notched a second round win in the Class 5A state girls soccer playoffs. Gabbie Miranda scored twice and Megan Massey had one goal May 11 in Mountain Vista’s 3-0 victory over Doherty, which pushed the Golden Eagles (16-1) into a May 15 quarterfinal match against Fort Collins. In 17 games this season, Mountain Vista has recorded 15 shutouts. The Golden Eagles have allowed only two goals, one to ThunderRidge in a 4-1 victory and the other to Pine Creek in a 1-0 loss. Rock Canyon (14-1-1) faced Liberty in

the quarterfinals May 15 following the Jaguars’ 3-1 conquest of Boulder May 11. Semifinals games are scheduled for May 18.

Cornell-Nevski finish third

Reilly Cornell and Marsha Nevski of Highlands Ranch defeated the Lakewood duo of Sasha Harrison and Schafer Kowalchik 6-1, 6-4 to capture third place in No. 1 doubles May 18 at the Class 5A Colorado State girls tennis championship at the Gates Tennis Center in Denver. Heritage’s No. 3 doubles team of Amy Farmer and Ginny Hancock and the Eagles’ No. 4 doubles pair of Erin Myles and Caroline McLeod finished fourth after losing third-place matches. Ponderosa’s Kari Keough lost 6-1, 6-0 to Rachel Scheper of Cherry Creek in the No. 3 singles third place match.

O’Connell sparks triumph

Josh O’Connell scored four goals in Valor Christian’s 15-8 Class 4A quarterfinal boys lacrosse state playoff victory over Aspen May 10 at Legacy Stadium in Aurora. Valor (14-3) battled Wheat Ridge in a May 15 semifinal contest. In the girls state playoffs, Chaparral edged Mullen, 14-12, May 10 and the Wolverines (12-4) faced Air Academy May 15 in a quarterfinal game.

Jones, McCaffrey nominated

ThunderRidge offensive lineman Sam Jones and Valor Christian running back Christian McCaffrey are among the four

Colorado high school football players who have been nominated to participate in the 2014 U.S. Army All-American Bowl, which will be played Jan. 4 in San Antonio’s Alamodome. Falcon’s Kaleen Ballage and Windsor offensive lineman Trenton Noeller were the other two players from Colorado high schools nominated to play in the prestigious post-season All-Star game.

Free youth rugby camp set

The Castle Rock Pirates rugby club will host a free rugby youth camp for players between the ages of 5 and 17 at Paintbrush Park from May 20-24. Camp sessions will be held from 5:30-7 p.m., and a practice game and ice cream social will be held May 24. More information can be found at www. castlerockrugby.com or by contacting Robbie Winter at 719-232-2310.

Billups academy takes registrations

Registrations are being accepted for the Chauncey Billups Basketball Academy, which will be held June 24-27 at the Parker Fieldhouse. Billups, a Denver native and five-time NBA All-Star, will be joined by three-time NBA All-Star Blake Griffin and Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan as coaches. Players aged 6-10 will meet from 9 a.m. until noon with players between the ages of 11-17 attending the camp from 1 to 4 p.m. Registrations are being accepted online at www.ParkerRec.com or by calling 303805-6300.

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To Whom It May Concern: On 3/20/2013 ChristianPublic Choir Camp the undersigned Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relatJune 3-7 – Grades 1-8 below ing to the Deed of Trust described to be recorded Douglas County. M – F:in 9am–12pm Original Grantor: DENVER HOSPITALofLIMITED ChargePARTNER– ITY, L.P., –A Free TEXAS SHIP sueeby@gracepointcc.us Original Beneficiary: SPECIALTY FINANCE GROUP LLC, A GEORGIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ("SFG") Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: 20101 SFG VENTURE LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ("LENDER") Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/13/2008 Recording Date of DOT: 6/17/2008 Reception No. of DOT: 2008042966 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $17,371,745.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $16,345,538.45 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as Sunday 8:30 a.m. follows: A violation of the covenants of said Deed to Trust, namely: Borrower 11:00 1.a.m. has failed to pay sums due under the Note and the other documents evidencing and securing the Loan; and 2. Borrower has failed to comply with terms or conditions of the Deed of Trust and other loan documents relating to the real property described herein below; THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: Parcel One: Lot 10A, Park Meadows - Filing No. 2, 22nd Amendment, County of Douglas, State of Colorado. Parcel Two: Non-exclusive easement for reciprocal ingress and egress as set forth and more fully described in that certain Amended and Restated Cross Access Easement Agreement recorded June 23, 1997, in Book 1441 at Page 807. Parcel Three: Non-exclusive easement for pedestrian and vehicular cross access, ingress and egress, utilities and drainage as set forth and more fully described in the certain Declaration of Easement recorded June 2, 2008, at Reception No. 2008039056. Parcel Four: Non-exclusive easements for parking as set forth and more fully described in the Restrictive Covenants recorded June 26, 1998, in Book 1566 at Page 942.

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Which has the address of: 9985 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, CO 80124 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/16/2013 Last Publication: 6/13/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 3/20/2013 GEORGE J KENNEDY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MARK E BAKER Colorado Registration #: 32243 THE TABOR CENTER 1200 17TH STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80202 Phone #: (303) 572-6568 Fax #: 1 (720) 904-7667 Attorney File #: 2010-1 SFG *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/

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Legal Notice No. 2013-0199 First Publication: 5/16/2013 Last Publication: 6/13/2013 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to:

- Daniel L Wiesner & Michelle D Wiesner, joint tenants - Larry J Howarth and Amy J Howarth - The Public Trustee, Douglas County - Wells Fargo Bank NA - INA Group, LLC

You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 12th day of November 2009 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to INA Group, LLC the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit: LOT 220 CASTLE PINES VILLAGE 25 0.974 AM/L

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To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to: OCCUPANT - Daniel L Wiesner & Michelle D Wiesner - Daniel L Wiesner & Michelle D Wiesner, joint tenants - Larry J Howarth and Amy J Howarth - The Public Trustee, Douglas County - Wells Fargo Bank NA - INA Group, LLC You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 12th day of November 2009 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to INA Group, LLC the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit: LOT 220 CASTLE PINES VILLAGE 25 0.974 AM/L and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to INA Group, LLC. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2008; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Daniel L Wiesner & Michelle D Wiesner for said year 2008.That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said INA Group, LLC at 1:00 o’clock P.M., on the 29th day of August 2013, unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 6th day of May 2013. /s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County Legal Notice No.: 921535 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 30, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to INA Group, LLC. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2008; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Daniel L Wiesner & Michelle D Wiesner for said year 2008.That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said INA Group, LLC at 1:00 o’clock P.M., on the 29th day of August 2013, unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 6th day of May 2013.

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/s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County

Legal Notice No.: 921535 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 30, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing will be held on June 3, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., before the Douglas County Planning Commission and June 25, 2013, at 2:30 p.m., before the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners in the Commissioners' Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO to consider a zone map change for properties in Blocks 1, 2, & 3, Meribel Village Filing No. 2 and three un-subdivided parcels generally located at the terminus of Sky View Lane, from Suburban Residential (SR) and Planned Development (PD) to Large Rural Residential (LRR). For more information call Douglas County Planning Division, 303-660-7460. File # DR2012-016. Legal Notice No.: 921547 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 16, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on June 15, 2013 final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Chato’s Concrete, LLC for the 2012 Sidewalk Repair and Handicap Retrofit Throughout Douglas County – Phase 1, Douglas County Project Number CI 2012005 in Douglas County; and that any per-

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on June 15, 2013 final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Chato’s Concrete, LLC for the 2012 Sidewalk Repair and Handicap Retrofit Throughout Douglas County – Phase 1, Douglas County Project Number CI 2012005 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Chato’s Concrete, LLC for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said June 15, 2013, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Director of Engineering Services, with a copy to the Project Engineer Terry Gruber, Community Planning and Sustainable Development, Engineering Division, Phillip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

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Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Frederick H. Koch, P.E., Director of Engineering Services. Legal Notice No.: 921557 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 23, 2013 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

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To place a 25-word COSCAN network ad in 82 Colorado newspapers for only $250, contact your local newspaper call SYNC2 Mediahiring at 303-571-5117. The City of BlackorHawk is now POLICE OFFICER I.

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Valet Attendant openings in Black Hawk CO. Casino properties are open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, year round with positions available on ALL shifts. We are currently seeking candidates to work our Overnight positions. Weekend availability is preferred and flexible schedules are available. Candidates must be 18 years of age with a valid Driver’s License and be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Individuals should apply online at www.townepark.com for consideration.

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George Town Village

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE AND HUGE FURNITURE SALE at SHEPHERD OF LOVE Over 90 pcs of Furniture incl. Antique & Vintage – many professionally & beautifully refinished. We have Clothes (all ages), Books, Tools, Household, Décor, Craft Supplies, Toys & Home-Baked Goods. Our BBQ lunch starts at 11am w/ upgraded 1/3-lb. burgers, brats & hot dogs. May 16-17, 8a-7p & May 18, 8a-4:30p. Located at 13550 Lowell Blvd., Broomfield.

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Garage Sales Annual Meadowglen Garage Sale: Friday & Saturday May 17 & 18. Between 80th and 81st Drives and Club Crest & Pomona Arvada

Clearing out the Garage Sale Friday & Saturday May 17th & 18th 8am-4pm Something for Everyone 11524 East Ponderosa Lane Franktown (Parker Road South to Bayou Gulch, East to Flintwood, South to Ponderosa lane) follow signs

Estate/Yard Sale

7301 Canosa Court, Westminster Friday May 17th 9am-3pm & Saturday May 18th 9am-1pm Household, Bedspreads, Afghans, Linens, Furniture, Garage Items, Tools, Luggage and much more! Garage Sale Furniture, appliances, toys, tools, much more! May 17th 18th 8-1 3438 Shire Circle Castle Rock Garage/Yard Sale 10160 West 64th Avenue (64th & Lee) 1 week 5/17-5/25 8am

Annual Garage Sale Located between Orchard Rd & Arapahoe on Holly St, Centennial May 17th & 18th 8AM -3PM

Gigantic Moving Sale EVERYTHING MUST GO!

Tools, Exercise, Clothes, Books, Housewares too much to list Saturday May 18, 8am-4pm 2268 Stevens Court Keene Ranch, Castle Rock HUGE CHURCH YARD SALE Fri. May17th 8am-4pm & Sat. May 18th 8am-2pm Heritage Community Bible Church Sale is inside the gymnasium. 5615 W. 64th Ave., Arvada Huge Garage/Moving Sale! Friday May 17th & Saturday May 18th, 7am-2pm 8906 Everett Street, Kingsmill, Westminster Furniture, Dishes, Kitchen items, Tools, Christmas, Nativity Sets, Music Boxes, Jigsaw Puzzles, Framed Pictures and much much more!

Moving Liquidation Sale

Equestrian, Fine Art, Household, Tools, Antique and Contemporary Furniture and much more! May 11th, 12th, 18th & 19th 9am-4pm 9188 Inspiration Drive, Parker 80138 Moving Sale Parker 8406 Bluegrass Cir Fri 5/17 & Sat 5/18 9am 3 pm Bikes, many new health books, supplements at cost, holiday items, yard equipment, much more

Clark Farms

Community Garage Sale Parker Co Saturday May 18, 8am-3pm Stop by 11501 Wray Court

Featuring The Spring Line of MI Jewelry Designs (handcrafted one of a kind jewelry) also misc. garage sale items for sale

Neighborhood Garage Sale Double E Ranch Subdivision 12915 W 77th Drive, Arvada Sat., May 18, 7:30-1:30 electronics, furnishings, dishes, tools, jewelry, antiques, clothing

TABLE ROCK

Annual Community Garage Sale Fri/Sat/Sun 8am-2pm. North of Golden 3 mi. Hwy 93 at W. 58th Ave. Sponsored by REALTOR Lisa Mutschler

303-507-1675

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Estate Sales Estate Sale 3 day sale starting May 17 Great for new families! Everything goes, furniture, linens, tools, office supplies, electronics, trunks, picnic tables/bench, 1610 S Chase St Lakewood Gigantic Estate Sale Over 45 years of things to sell! May 17, 18, and 19 8 am to 4 pm everyday! Items include tools, medical equipment, car parts, patio and lawn items, furniture, toys, holiday decor, linens, a slide-in camper, and lots of household items! The house is also for sale!

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Flowers/Plants/Trees FAST TREES

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Lawn and Garden 4' round Meadowcraft glasstop patio table, 5 chairs,cushions, Umbrella Great condition! ($500) 303-278-0099

High quality leather Broyhill Sofa and Chair, Burgundy color Highlands Ranch Area Call 720-635-1372

Best Guard Dog! Central Asian Shepherd. 5 month old. SALE! Best Offer price!

Household Goods 38x12x75" china cabinets, 23 Stag Horn frosted glasses, 15 brandy snifters, cranberry & gold different glasses $600 Marty (303)995-2995 Fine China 22k gold leaf pattern. Serves 12, extra pieces (75 total) $150 Gold flatware service for 8 including beautiful gold storage case. $75. Light wood rocking chair w/pad $25 303-770-4585

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Dogs

NFL-NBA-NHL-NCAA-MLB WWW.DENVERTICKET.COM (303)-420-5000

TRANSPORTATION Autos for Sale 2000 A6 Audi Avant

Runs/Looks great 190,000 miles. Reduced $2000 for quick sale Marty (303)995-2995

2002 Chevy Camaro Good condition, 110,000 miles $6000 or best offer 720-933-7503

Would like to sell a bus ticket from Denver Colorado to Portland Oregon. Price $100 or negotiable. Call (630)624-5389

PETS

Maple China Cabinet

2009 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pack Travel Trailer $19500 OBO Sleeps 6, holds two full size ATV's 1/2 ton towable, 5899 dry weight, 8011 GVWR 720-284-1913

Approx. 4 1/2' x 6' w/4 glass shelves. Perfect condition, $250/obo (303)663-3774

Wanted Cash for all Cars and Trucks

Quality used furniture, fair prices Entertainment Ctr solid oak 3pcs.$700 orig.$5,000 Sofa,teal plaid, 92"x39" $150; 2 Thomasville lite wood end tables with matching glass top coffee table $50 ea. Oak computer desk 60"x20" $60; pool table w/accessories, new,$900; queen mattress/box spgs. $50; 2 oak bar stools $25ea. All items in excellent condition. Castle Rock 303-973-2199.

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Instruction

Instruction 720-457-3960 Castle Rock Training

Basic Pistol & Concealed Carry

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APLMED Academy

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Become Certified Pharmacy Technician in just 12 weeks. No experience required. Classes are on Saturdays only. $900 total - payment plan available. www.herdenver.com or 1-800-426-9615.

Private Piano & Theory Lessons

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Lost and Found Art Workshop:

Student Ages: 7 to 14 10742 Fairbairn Way, Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80130 Dates: Monday- June 3rd to 7th Time: 9:00 am to 11:45 am Snack will be provided for the 10:20 Break. Spaces are filling up-Sign up soon! If you are interested Email: artworkshophighlandsranch@gmail. com www.artclasseshighlandsranch.com

Misc. Notices Men of all ages!

Learn to sing barbershop! Denver MountainAires BarberShop Chorus 2013 Guests Night THREE free lessons 7:00 PM May 14,21,28 Sing at our show June 22nd Edgewater Community Church. 2497 Fenton St. Contact Ralph Fennell 303-805-9828, Fennell@q.com or Dick Cable 303-973-9217 dac2934@gmail.com

Misc. Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE On May 21, 2013, International Business Acquisitions, Inc. will conduct a public sale of the personal property of a sushi/hibachi restaurant located at 10440 East Arapahoe Road, Englewood, Colorado 80112. The sale will take place at 10:00 a.m. in the offices of Bloom Murr Accomazzo & Siler, PC, 410 17th Street, Suite 2400, Denver, Colorado. The items to be sold are available for inspection at 10440 East Arapahoe Road, Englewood, Colorado 80112 on May 20, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Inspections will not be permitted at any other time. The items will be sold only as a lot. Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

Want To Purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557 Denver, CO 80201

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May 16, 2013

Historic Preservation Board seeks members Volunteers designate landmarks, assist county commissioners

‘Their work is truly a reflection of the desires of the community.’

By Ryan Boldrey

rboldrey@ourcoloradonews.com The Douglas County Historic Preservation Board is seeking three new members who have a passion for history, an interest in archaeology or knowledge of architecture. One of nearly two dozen boards and committees that advises the county commissioners, the historic preservation board is an at-large, all-volunteer, non-statutory board made up of nine members. Primary responsibilities include identifying and designating historical landmarks throughout the county and acting as a referral agency to the county commissioners in regard to development. “There are a lot of hidden gems waiting to be landmarked in the county,” said Judy Hammer, board administrator. “Being on the board gives people a chance to become acquainted with the property owners, and hear some pretty cool stories. There’s a lot of really cool history in Douglas County.” The county has designated 30 historical landmarks to date and has three more identified that are expected to receive designation within the next year. Those include Gabriel’s Restaurant in Sedalia, the Evans Homestead in Lincoln Mountain Open Space, and Alice Ranch in Greenland Open Space. Recent designations include the

Wendy Holmes, Douglas County spokeswoman

One of 30 historic landmarks in Douglas County, the Sedalia Firehouse was built in 1933 through the cooperative efforts of citizens, merchants, ranchers, churches, lodges and women’s groups. A part of the historic building is the bell and bell tower from the town’s original firehouse, built in 1907. Photo by Ryan Boldrey Spring Valley School near Parker and the Pikes Peak Grange. In addition to working with the board of county commissioners and helping designate historical landmarks, board volunteers are also expected to lead two or three interpretive tours of landmarked properties

each year and to help promote the board’s message of preservation through social media. There may also, on occasion, be reports or studies they are asked to review and make comments on, Hammer said. “It is more of a policy-making board than an activity board,” she added. “People who

like to participate or volunteer for government can really make a difference by participating in the referral process and landmarking properties.” “Their work is truly a reflection of the desires of the community,” said Douglas County spokeswoman Wendy Holmes, speaking to the high scores that historic preservation has received in recent community surveys. “We are really pleased to see the commitment to history and heritage, especially in a community that is so new and has been one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States for 30 years.” Applications will be accepted for the three vacancies through June 24. For questions, people are asked to contact Hammer at 303-660-7460 or jhammer@douglas. co.us. For more information, visit www.douglas.co.us/historic. For an application, click the board information link in the left column and follow the links on the following page.

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