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Elizabeth School District puts focus on budget Challenges aren’t in short supply amid reality of needs versus limits BY JULIE A. TAYLOR SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
Systems, the company behind the turbines, announced the project. Elbert County residents and commissioners showed great support, and in early 2017, the commissioners voted unanimously 3-0 for 190 turbines to be constructed across the county. During the initial hearing, an unusually large crowd came out. One person spoke of his concern about the already dicey roadways becoming worse under the weight of construction vehicles and increased use. Commissioner Chris Richardson said initially the dirt roads
While much of Elbert County unpacks their swimsuits and rubs aloe vera over their post-spring break sunburn, Elizabeth School District administration searches for clever ways to construct the 2018-19 school budget. The district has a tight budget, far below that in nearby counties, but attempts to disburse funds in the best possible direction based on community input and first-hand investigation. One of the main troubles that Superintendent Douglas Bissonette wants to address is the low teacher salaries in Elizabeth. The district has difficulty attracting and retaining high-caliber teachers because of this. Exit surveys from Elizabeth and new contracts from other districts show that teachers are getting an average of 26 percent more when they work elsewhere, and 77 percent more if they teach for Boulder or Cherry Creek. “That’s a huge gap,” Bissonette said. “We know talented teachers are interested in working in Elizabeth. The challenge is that our pay is at the bottom 10 percent for teacher salaries in the state.” Ron Patera, director of finance for the schools, has been touring facilities and detailing input. He said that reducing staff turnover is “an annual challenge” since about 80 percent of the operating budget already goes to salary and benefits. So on top of regular funding, the district relies heavily on grants, donations
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Workers unload a turbine blade at Rush Creek Wind Farm. Running through eastern Elbert County, construction just ended on the foundations and turbine assembly recently began. COURTESY XCEL ENERGY
Wind farm heads toward completion Project will provide clean energy while bolstering finances of Elbert County BY JULIE A. TAYLOR SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
The foundation is set for a project that will boost the economy and annually eliminate 1 million tons of carbon. The project that blows through the southeastern edge of Elbert County will be the largest wind farm in Colorado, and the largest single-phase in North America.
Workers expect to finish all 300 turbines this summer, and by the end of October, the behemoths will power about that same number of homes or businesses. The contractor responsible for installing the 250-foot modern windmills, MA Mortenson Co., has laid all of the foundations, and recently started on the turbines. “All of the wind platforms have been poured, and they’re in the process of creating the turbines,” said Michelle Aguayo, spokesperson for Xcel Energy. “The actual construction should be completed this summer.” In the spring of 2016 executives with Xcel Energy and Vestas Wind
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Bill on transportation funding advances
Measure calls for voter approval in 2019
to decide this November whether to devote 10 percent of each year’s general fund revenues to the bonds. If approved, the bonds would replace most Report of the nearly $1.9 billion in transportation bonds lawmakers agreed to last year. Those were backed by leasing out state buildings. The ballot delay — and change of payment source — came after negotiations between Democrats who worried a future recession could jeopardize the state’s ability to keep up with bond payments and Republicans who say higher tax revenues should go to roads. GOP
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The state Senate has tentatively approved a bill to ask voters next year if the state can issue $3.5 billion in bonds for roads and bridges while injecting a one-time installment of $500 million into transportation projects. The amended bill would ask voters in 2019 whether to devote $250 million from the general fund each year to back the bonds, which are expected to cost up to $5 billion over 20 years. It originally called for asking voters
leaders were encouraged by economic forecasts this week that project up to $1.2 billion in unanticipated revenue next fiscal year. Competing roadfunding initiatives may appear on the November ballot and would jeopardize the Legislature’s own ballot proposal this year. The $500 million included in the version adopted March 21 matches a budget request by Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper for transportation funding. It also comes shortly before the Joint Budget Committee releases its fiscal year 2018-2019 budget proposal to lawmakers. A final vote in the Republican-led Senate vote is
needed before the bill goes to the Democrat-led House. House leaders, including Speaker Crisanta Duran, DDenver, have objected to using existing tax dollars to back bonds, citing the need to fund Colorado’s public schools and other priorities. GOP Sen. Tim Neville, RJefferson County, objected to the one-year delay. Colorado has a $9 billion backlog in roads projects, and Hickenlooper has called the lack of investment a threat to the state’s economy. “It kicks the can down the road with a hope and a promise,’’ Neville said of the delay. But Democratic Sen. Rachel Zenzinger, of Arvada, had argued that rushing a vote would only add uncertainty for construction
projects either in the planning stage or that typically depend on federal as well as state and local funds. For years, Colorado lawmakers have struggled to pay for the state’s aging roads infrastructure. The state Constitution requires voter approval of any tax increase, and Colorado’s state gasoline tax of 22 cents a gallon was last raised in 1993. That tax helps fund roads. Recent debate on the bill was prolonged by minority Democrats’ protests of what they consider light punishment given to Sen. Randy Baumgardner, a co-sponsor of the bill, over workplace harassment allegations. Baumgardner stepped down as chair of the Senate transportation committee while denying wrongdoing.
Bill aims to help spread broadband internet to rural Colorado Some lawmakers fear effect of higher phone bills for residents BY JAMES ANDERSON ASSOCIATED PRESS
A bill to accelerate the construction of high-speed broadband internet service in hard-to-reach Colorado areas is on its way to the governor’s desk — a measure designed to bridge the economic divide between rural and urban parts of the state. By a 29-6 vote, Colorado’s Senate on March 20 passed House amendments to the bill, long a top priority for legislators from both parties as well as Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper. For years, advocates have maintained that the state’s eastern plains, Western Slope and many mountain towns have missed out on the state’s economic boom because of sluggish or non-exis-
tent service. Reliable internet can be a lifeline for farmers connecting with markets, telemedicine, public schools and small businesses. Nationally, 40 percent of U.S. residents in rural areas don’t have access to broadband, compared to just 4 percent in urban areas, according to a 2016 Federal Communications Commission report. Hickenlooper wanted to extend broadband availability in rural Colorado from 75 percent now to 100 percent by 2020 — and at minimal speeds deemed sufficient by the Federal Communications Commission, or roughly 25 megabits per second for downloads and three megabits per second for uploads. While not meeting that 2020 goal, the Colorado bill would take money from a fund to subsidize rural telephone service to subsidize broadband investment over an accelerated five-year period ending in 2023. A companion Senate bill on the verge of passing the House would direct the state to seek a waiver to apply
for additional funds from the FCC. Those grants are needed for the same reason rural telephone lines are subsidized: The cost of laying cable or fiber networks to isolated communities or even single homes far outweighs what operators can charge their customers. In 2019, the bill would devote 60 percent of the telephone subsidy fund, known as the High Cost Support Mechanism, to support companies installing broadband infrastructure in rural Colorado. The telephone fund, which is generated from a universal surcharge on all residents’ phone bills, would transfer greater amounts in subsequent years until its demise. Legislative analysts estimate more than $115 million will go to broadband grants between 2019 and 2023. Colorado’s largest rural telephone provider, Louisiana-based CenturyLink, has received 95 percent of state rural phone subsidies. It warned the accelerated drawdown could mean higher monthly phone bills for its
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Sandhill cranes put on amazing show in Colorado San Luis Valley is paradise for birders as magnificent creatures visit
IF YOU GO We enjoy the drive south on Highway 285 to Monte Vista, with a lunch stop in Fairplay or Buena Vista — it takes about four hours including the leisurely stop. Drive south past the spectacular Collegiate Range. We have stayed at the Movie Manor Motel since my children were small and still head there, but Monte Vista has other motels and the Rio Grande National Forest and Sand Dunes National Park have campgrounds.
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It was time for our annual family “migration” to Monte Vista in the beautiful San Luis Valley. For three days in March, we stand transfixed by the continual chorus of crane calls — and the sight of fields covered with these large, graceful birds, rooting in fields or puddles for food and at times dancing, bouncing, flapping wings. This year, I spent three delightful days with my daughter, a serious birder, and son-in-law, who looks at the world with a painter’s eye. Mountains with snowy peaks surround the agricultural valley and blue Western skies are continually changing cloud formations. (We are well aware of the Nebraska migrating flocks, but this location is just so idyllic.) And then, there are those spectacular fly-overs! Thousands of birds take off at once — calling as they go — to another, less exposed, place to feed more — or roost safely for the night, depending on the time of day. The sky is filled with huge clouds of huge birds — necks and wings outstretched and legs straight behind, constantly
Sandhill Cranes fill the skies near the Monte Vista Wildlife Refuge on March 13, calling to each other as they fly. PHOTO BY KIRSTEN ORAHOOD communicating with each other. For about six weeks, or a bit longer, in March and early April, the Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge hosts thousands (2018 estimate: 27,000) of sandhill cranes, migrating north to their nesting grounds in northern Yellowstone Park and into Idaho. Flocks have followed this route for more than 5,000 years, we are told. There are photos of very ancient
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rock art near Monte Vista (locale not divulged), which depict these birds in flight. (They return in September, if the reader is not free now.) Farmers leave grain in the fields to feed the birds and wetlands are carefully managed. The drill is: Head out in the morning (after breakfast for this lazy birder — crack of dawn for some!) to watch feeding and dancing at several viewing sites. Then, from mid-morning, when most birds head elsewhere, until late afternoon (4-6 p.m.), explore the sur-
rounding area — visit old towns, hike in Penitente Canyon, the nearby Sand Dunes or elsewhere, enjoy pie at the Sunflower Café, just be there! About tea time, flocks begin to fly in again to the refuge wetlands, where they stay for several hours, with groups coming and going — and calling. These large birds, with gray plumage, white head, a red crown spot and drooping black tail feathers, have a six- to seven-foot wingspan when flying and stand tall on long legs. Pairs mate for life, but still engage in spring dancing. The female lays two or three eggs, but usually only one chick survives to fledge. It stays with the parents until the following spring, when it is kicked out to travel on its own. They don’t reach sexual maturity and mate until 3e years old and continue to travel with the flock. The adolescents are slightly smaller and don’t yet have the red crown. If you have more time, explore the wonderful Sand Dunes National Park nearby, which has campgrounds and hiking trails.
Ranchland is state’s newest Republican women’s group STAFF REPORT
Ranchland Republican Women has been announced as a formal charter of the Colorado Federation of Republican Women and the National Federation of Republican Women. The announcement came March 10 at the 80th anniversary celebration for the Colorado federation, with the state’s leading Republican women and many top Republican men, elected officials and 2018 candidates in attendance. Marlene Groves, Ranchland president, accepted the charter from Colorado Federation of Republican Women Marilyn Harris. Ranchland members Art and Jacqueline Evans, John and Karen Shipper, and Jackie Tugwell also attended the event. Ranchland Republican Women is a place for all Republicans to get involved, to learn and to participate. It started by serving members in Elbert County and plans to expand into Lincoln County. Because politics can often be
intense and filled with passion, Ranchland Republican Women adds an element of community so its members can get involved and make a difference where they live. Examples include a canned soup/food drive in January and the upcoming 9Health Fair in Elizabeth. Ranchland Republican Women was founded to foster and promote the principles of the Republican Party; to inform and educate members and the electorate; to support election of Republicans; to uphold the principles of freedom, equality and justice; to increase the effectiveness of women in government; and to cooperate and assist the Colorado and National Federation of Republican Women and the GOP. Membership is for Republicans only. Dues are $25 for a full voting member (women only), and $10 for a non-voting member (can be women or men). All Republicans are welcome. For a membership application and additional information visit www. RanchlandRepublicanWomen.org.
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Colorado state revenue expected to rise, give budget a boost Slash-mulch site opens April 7 The County’s main slash-mulch site, at 1400 Caprice Drive in Castle Rock opens April 7 and will remain open on Saturdays only from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. through October 27. For directions and a list of acceptable items visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Slash Mulch.
Interested in becoming a foster parent or adopting a child? Attend a free information session from 6-7:30 p.m., Monday, April 9 at the Lone Tree Rec. Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle in Lone Tree. For more information call 303-6361KID or to register online visit www.collaborativefostercare.com/
Free Wildfire Preparedness workshop April 28 Learn about wildfire hazard reduction techniques, wildfire mitigation and preparedness efforts, evacuation plans and more. Attend the workshop on Sat., April 28 from 9 a.m - Noon, Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 100 Third Street in Castle Rock. RSVP by April 20 to jwelle@ douglas.co.us Visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Wildfire Preparedness.
2040 Master Plan update Have you ever thought about what Douglas County might look like in 20 years? Residents can provide input on master plan topics, such as rural communities, nonurban land use, and community services at public outreach meetings. Please visit www.douglas.co.us/2040CMP for dates, times and locations of upcoming meetings.
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Record-high oil production, rising wages and the anticipated benefits of the new federal tax law will inject hundreds of millions of extra dollars into Colorado’s tax collections, giving lawmakers a cushion for the next budget, according to economic forecasts released March 19. The bipartisan Joint Budget Committee heard testimony about the forecasts that it uses to write the budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper had submitted a $30.5 billion budget request that increases education funding, stabilizes state pensions and boosts reserves in case of an economic downturn. Kate Watkins, chief economist for the Colorado Legislative Council, told the budget committee that general fund revenue could reach $12.5 billion, compared with this year’s $11.3 billion. Much of the extra $1.2 billion is spoken for. The state needs to fund a road construction initiative enacted in 2017 and compensate local governments for property tax exemptions for seniors and disabled veterans. Henry Sobanet, director of the governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting, noted that other legislative priorities will consume the infusion of revenue. Colorado lawmakers face a $9 billion backlog in road maintenance and improvements; $32 billion in unfunded liabilities in state pensions; and roughly
$6 billion in delayed payments for K-12 education. The U.S. tax law passed last year is encouraging business investment and is expected to increase state tax collections that are tied to higher federal taxes, the forecasts said. Colorado oil production also is at a record high, with an estimated value surpassing $10 billion, thanks to increased U.S. exports and a lower U.S. dollar that makes exports cheaper for foreign buyers. Higher oil prices — averaging near $63 a barrel this year, compared with $51 in 2017 — will mean more state tax revenue as well as taxes that compensate local governments for the costs of energy extraction. But both Watkins and Sobanet cautioned that the strong outlook should not be taken for granted. They noted that rising interest rates, the prospect of rising inflation, volatile U.S. markets, barriers to immigration that affect the labor supply, unresolved trade negotiations with Canada and Mexico, and political tensions with Russia, China and North Korea could quickly affect that outlook. Sobanet asked the committee to increase education funding by $200 million and transportation funding by $250 million. Hickenlooper’s budget, submitted in November, sought $6.9 billion for K-12 schools, $4.5 billion for higher education and more than $1.7 billion in Department of Transportation funding.
Colorado fishing licenses now available, valid April 1 BY STAFF REPORT
Fishing licenses for 2018 are for sale now online or in person at local Colorado Parks and Wildlife offices and hundreds of authorized sales agents statewide. Annual fishing licenses, valid from April 1 to March 31, 2019, multi-day licenses and one-day licenses can be purchased by Coloradans and nonresident visitors. Educational opportunities for those new to angling also are available. “Colorado provides outstanding fishing across the state with an amazing diversity of species ranging from cutthroat trout and kokanee to walleye and bluegill,” Doug Krieger, Colorado Parks and Wildlife aquatic section manager, said in a news release. “Fishing is a great activity to share with family and friends, and the perfect chance to get outside and enjoy Colorado’s natural resources.” The agency also offers a free mobile fishing app to help anglers planning a trip. Available on the AppStore or Google Play, CWP Fishing helps anglers discover more than 1,300 fishing sites in
Colorado. Features on the app provide information on the type of fishing at each location stream gauges, species availability, accessibility, family-friendliness, weather and more. Educational features such as up-to-date fishing regulations, fish identification guides and news alerts for breaking information anglers need to be aware of on the water are also available. Colorado State Parks stocks 90 million fish annually into waters throughout Colorado to ensure quality angling opportunities. The agency does not receive general tax dollars and fishing license fees support all statewide hatchery and fish-stocking operations. Up-to-date regulations and pricing for all licenses can be found at http://cpw. state.co.us/. For those ages 18-64, a Habitat Stamp is required with the first license purchase for the year. Those younger than 16 can fish for free, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife provides opportunities throughout the season to learn to fish. Check the calendar on the agency’s website for upcoming clinics.
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Rabies found in Douglas County alpaca Animal owners urged to update vaccinations STAFF REPORT
After the recent death of an alpaca in Douglas County was confirmed by the Colorado Department of Agriculture and Tri-County Health Department, officials are urging animal owners to ensure all rabies vaccinations are up to date. According to Keith Roehr, state veterinarian with the Colorado Department of Agriculture, their office was contacted about an alpaca with suspected rabies March 2. Within a few days, the animal was showing neurological signs of the disease and the alpaca died shortly after. “That area of Douglas County, where Elbert, Douglas and El Paso county border each other, is not uncommon for rabid skunks,” said Roehr. “There was no known history of the alpaca being in contact with a skunk.” Since the beginning of the year, 32 animals from Colorado have tested positive for rabies, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Of those, 12 rabid animals
HOW TO AVOID EXPOSURE Douglas County issued these tips to avoid exposure to rabies:
skunks, bats, foxes or raccoons.
• Be aware of skunks out during the day. This is abnormal behavior and these animals should be avoided.
• If your animals exhibit any dramatic behavioral changes, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. Isolate and avoid contact with these animals if possible.
• Be aware of areas that can be suitable habitat for skunks, such as dark holes, under buildings and under equipment.
• If you have been bitten or scratched by a wild animal, contact your physician and local health department right away.
• Do not feed wild animals or allow your pets around them. Be sure to teach children to stay away from wild animals. Avoid leaving pet food outside as that may attract a wild animal.
• A rabies vaccination should be considered for horses and other equines, breeding livestock, dairy cattle or other livestock.
• Contact your veterinarian right away, if any of your animals are bitten or scratched by any wild animal, particularly
• If you must remove a dead skunk on your property, wear rubber gloves or lift the carcass with a shovel or other tool, and double-bag it for the trash. Do not directly touch the skunk with bare hands.
were suspected of exposing 33 pets, seven livestock animals and two people. The diseased animals have mostly been skunks, but any animal is at risk of contracting the disease. Pet owners should make sure their pet’s vaccinations are up to date, and owners of livestock or large animals should talk to their veterinarians about the risk of
rabies exposure. According to a statement issued by Douglas County, “There has been evidence of rabid skunks in the Denver metropolitan area since January. Rabies is a deadly disease, and vaccination is the single best method to protect your pets and livestock. People can get rabies if an animal in their home or on their property gets sick from being bit-
ten by a rabid animal,” said John Douglas, executive director of TriCounty Health. Rabies is a viral disease in animals that infects the brain, and is usually spread by saliva through the bite of an infected animal. There are two symptoms of rabies. Some animals with rabies will act aggressively, toward humans and other animals, while others will act lethargic, exhibit weakness in their limbs and an inability to raise their head due to paralyzed muscles. Rabies is fatal for animals, but people who have been exposed to the disease can be treated to prevent illness. Officials said never to approach an animal suspected of having rabies, and watch for changes in behavior of pets if they may have been exposed to a rabid animal. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet has been scratched or bitten by a rabid animal, and if a human has been bitten or scratched by any wild animal contact your physician and local health department as soon as possible. If you have questions about rabies, call Tri-County Health at 303220-9200, or for more information visit www.tchd.org/396/AnimalBites-Rabies
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and partnerships. Over the last three years, almost $2 million in state grants have gone toward roofing replacement and repairs and a water treatment system which should be finished by August; other grants have gone toward literacy support and the elementary gifted and talented program. Individual teachers also apply for grants to better the students’ learning, and often receive between $500 to $1,000 each from organizations like the Elizabeth Education Foundation. Looking toward the future, with an extensive list of major and minor projects that need to be taken care of, the district hired a firm to put together a Facility Master Plan, which utilizes community input. Contrary to what some taxpayers might believe, a hearty economy and higher property tax do not always result in bigger school budgets. The state allows a base dollar amount for each student across Colorado, then adjusts that amount based on factors like the number of students signed up for free or reduced-price lunches, the cost of living and the size of the district.
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“The main dynamic is we don’t have much control over our revenue, because of the demographics of the students in our district.” Douglas Bissonette Elizabeth School District Superintendent Also, many of the neighboring districts receive a mill levy to bolster operations, but Elizabeth voters have not approved the override. The 2017-18 school year saw the first 33 percent of funding from local sources (like property taxes and vehicle registration); the state supplied the other 67 percent to reach the base amount per student, plus their specific factors. “The main dynamic is we don’t have much control over our revenue, because of the demographics of the students in our district.” Bissonette said, noting the low number of students who receive free and reduced-price lunches. “The revenue is fairly fixed and our job is to allocate it.” The problem worsens with a decreasing student population.
“There has been a steady decline in student enrollment over the past seven years, which has created an even greater challenge to commit more funds to salaries and benefits,” Patera said. For example, the state gives the district about $7,500 per student, so when 30 students leave, Elizabeth loses $225,000. Keeping in mind the most recent school shooting in Florida, the district is continuing its effort to provide mental health support, and better safety. The high school is in the process of getting a visitor management system, and the elementary schools use the Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) approach, which schedules a background-checked dad to patrol the grounds.
them, and started buttressing their portions of the public roads with gravel. “There were some hiccups with roads and increased traffic when construction first started, but were pretty rapidly taken care of,”
“I know people who have built b Richardson said, mentioning also their own homes that have taken v that out of Elbert’s 1,200 miles longer,” he laughed. f of roadway, about 200 are paved. This project was the first major p “We’re keeping an eye on them, agenda topic for Commissioners a but they’re probably in better Richardson, Danny Willcox and o shape than they’ve been in a long time.” Grant Thayer, and they discussed it a Xcel estimates that Elbert County right after being sworn into office. p will receive $2 million in annual Two years later they can see the t t tax benfinal goal just six F efits and months away. landowner “It’s actually kind f payments, of neat to see somem and has althing come to fruiready paid tion in what’s really b r an upfront a short amount of fee of $4.7 time,” Richardson million in said, also recognizing W road impact the superb work of and build the county engineer. m permit fees. The turbine blades The county are more than half Chris Richardson the size of the strucsquirreled almost all Elbert County Commissioner ture itself, in other of that words, about twomoney into thirds the size of the savings Statue of Liberty. for future Mortenson even expenses or enlisted the aid of a in case of helicopter to string economic downturn. up conductor wire. “These are stability funds that we About a quarter of Xcel’s customhave not had for well over a deers will be served via this $1 billion cade,” Richardson said. project. The county’s economic growth Aside from Elbert’s 72,000 acres, vision is supported by bringing the two wind farms, dubbed Rush in economic activity; it balances Creek I and Rush Creek II, also out the residential property valcover parts of Arapahoe, Cheyenne, ues, which fluctuate with housing Kit Carson and Lincoln counties, cycles, meaning the county’s ability along a path chosen specifically for to serve citizens fluctuates right its breeziness. alongside. The project, which is the largest “The wind farm is a much more that Xcel Energy has put together, stable source of income,” Richardincludes 83 miles of transmission son said. line to power homes and busi“A better, more predictable source nesses. of income.” Project manager Jerry Kelly said, Richardson welcomes the speedy “I think we’re doing great on our completion of the substantial projschedule and I’m very proud of the ect that covers multiple counties. work we’ve done so far.”
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Bissonette said another challenge is balancing funds between the needs of students and facilities — buildings versus people. The wish list includes major improvements, like construction and welding classes for high schoolers, and minor needs, like microphones that don’t squeal during musicals. Instituting classes such as welding could give students an alternate career path, but the requirements include specialized teachers, a workspace and equipment. U The administration wants students t to have access to a wide variety of both t in-school and extracurricular activities. e For middle schoolers, Bissonette hopes e to see more STEAM (science, technolc ogy, engineering, art and mathemato ics) classes, and more funding for the k elementary level gifted and talented T program. $ “At the beginning of this year, we took students to view eclipse firsthand. e It was fascinating, and an amazing ex- d perience for the kids.” Bissonette said. a “Those are the kinds of things we’d like to more universally be able to provide c for gifted and talented students.” Despite not having a mill levy over- f ride, Bissonette applauds the commu- o p nity for its generosity by saying, “We a couldn’t do what we do without their support.” W o
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Q&A: Can drugmakers be held accountable for opioid crisis?
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People have compared this litigation to the lawsuits against Big Tobacco in the 1990s that resulted in a nearly $250 billion financial settlement for state governments. What are some of the differences? Part of the idea with tobacco was to get this product off the market altogether. With opioids we don’t want that. We want to be limiting the amount of opioids prescribed and misuse, but we recognize these are FDA-approved products that have a medical use and can be appropriate and effective, particularly for acute pain. The idea here is to try and thread the needle and allow appropriate use, but rid the market of inappropriate use. Beyond a financial settlement, many government officials say they want to change how this industry does business. Is that likely to happen? That certainly can be a byproduct of the litigation, changing marketing practices and behavior. If it’s a penalty that’s big enough, it could have a deterrent effect. Some of the recent settlements we’ve seen with drug distributors and manufacturers have required that they report certain information or refrain from certain conduct going forward.
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Why didn’t early lawsuits filed against opioid drugmakers have much success? The earlier lawsuits were typically brought by individuals and were vulnerable to a number of defenses from the manufacturers. The companies could argue that individuals misused the prescription drugs or prescribers weren’t providing adequate medical advice about the products. Companies also argued that they were marketing and selling their products in accordance with Food and Drug Administration rules for these FDA-approved products. Many of those cases were dismissed. Sometimes the individuals bringing the suits simply ran out of resources to pay for the litigation.
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Hundreds of communities in the U.S. are suing the makers and distributors of opioid painkillers, arguing that the companies should help pay the enormous costs of the deadliest drug epidemic in U.S. history. Since 2000, more than 340,000 Americans have died from overdoses of opioids, which include prescription painkillers and illegal drugs like heroin. The financial toll has been estimated at $500 billion in 2015, according to the latest White House figures, which include deaths, health care, lost productivity and criminal justice costs. But can the drug industry be legally compelled to help pay for the damage? Rebecca Haffajee, a lawyer and professor of public health at the University of Michigan, answered questions about past cases against opioid drugmakers and the latest lawsuits.
alleging harms to their overall social systems that (acknowledge) misuse was happening, but regardless, are trying to hold companies accountable. The idea is that these companies must have known, based on their own records and information, that the mass selling and distribution of opioids had gone beyond their appropriate medical use. The defense that people misused these drugs doesn’t hold as much weight in these cases.
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THINGS TO DO Comedy & Cocktails: 8-9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 31 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Go to http://parkerarts. org/. Tchaikovsky in Florence: 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, April 1 at Schoolhouse Theater, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Chamber Music Series program features renowned cellist Matthew Zalkind and the DU Lamont School of Music string department. Go to http://parkerarts. org/
Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments; 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800825-0208 for reservations. Go to www. eccog.com for reservations, information and each month’s schedule. April schedule: Monday, April 2, Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs; Tuesday, April 3, Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; Tuesday, April 10, Elizabeth to Colorado Springs or Parker; Thursday, April 12, Good Samaritan Nursing Home residents; Monday, April 16, Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs; Tuesday, April 17, Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; and Thursday, April 26, Simla and Matheson to Limon.
sharing memories and making them last; remembering our special storytellers; and learning that life has something to teach us still. Go to parkerarts.org. Rhyolite Bike Park Dirt Crew: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 4 at Philip S. Miller Library, 100 Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Group helps maintain and improve the bike park at Rhyolite Regional Park. Go to http://crgov. com/2370/ Trail-Maintenance-Groups. Wiley and the Hairy Man: 10-11:10 a.m. Saturday, April 7 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Go to http://parkerarts.org/
Lifetree Café Discussion Group: 5-6 p.m. Monday, April 2 (The Struggle to Forgive); Monday, April 9 (In the News; topic TBD); Monday, April 16 (How to Live Before You Die); Monday, April 23 (Pass or Fail? The State of Education); Monday, April 30 (Emergency! Make Room for God) at DAZBOG, 202 Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Call 303-814-0142. Go to LifetreeCafe.com.
The Power of Story: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 4 at PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Nanette Fimian Randall, of Memoirs by Design, presents program with topics including becoming a storyteller;
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Best of PAG Spring Show: Sunday, April 8 to Saturday, May 5 at Deep Space Gallery, 11020 S. Pikes Peak Drive, Parker. Parker Artists Guild show includes an opening reception from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 8; a community open house from 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 18; and the First Friday Art Walk season opener from 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, May 4. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. Call 720675-7932. Contact Kay Galvan, galv56@gmail. com. Macaroni Kid Douglas County Summer Camp and Activities Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 8 at CU South Denver, 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker. Admission to the CU South Denver’s museum exhibits and galleries is included for all who attend. Go to
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Free Legal Clinic: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 10 at the Elizabeth Public Library, 651 W. Beverly St., Elizabeth. Clinic is A for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms N and explain the process and procedure for all areas of civil litigation, including family law, R property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant C law, small claims, veterans’ issues, and civil protection orders. Walk-ins welcome; everyone helped A on first-come, first-served basis. Additional 2018 dates are May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 N and Dec. 11.
Emergency Preparedness Clinic: 9 R a.m. to noon Saturday, April 21 at the Elbert County Fairgrounds, 95 Ute Ave., Kiowa. The Preparing Your Horse for a Disaster Situation clinic will focus on prioritizing, making prior arrangements, iden- C tifying your horse, preparing your facilities and more. Afterward, a trailer loading clinic will follow from 1-4 p.m. Space is limited. A Call 303-688-0553 or email nccadams3@ gmail.com to RSVP. N Fermentation: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 2 at PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., C Parker. Hear Dr. Andrew Hawkins, a Ph.D. trained A microbiologist, teach you about all the good stuff fermentation can do as well as how microbes help us live a happier, healthier, and fuller N life. Go to parkerarts.org.
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HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Alzheimer’s Association, Colorado Chapter: Provides care and support to 67,000-plus families dealing with all kinds of dementing illnesses. Need: Walk to End Alzheimer’s committee members. Requirements: Individuals who love to help plan and execute. Our Walk to End Alzheimer’s attracts more than 10,000 people, so planning committee members are essential. Contact: Deb Wells, 303-813-1669 or dwells@alz.org. Animal Rescue of the Rockies: Provides foster care for death-row shelter dogs and cats throughout Colorado Need: Foster families for animals on lists to be euthanized Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies. org. Arthritis Foundation, Colorado/Wyoming Chapter: Helps conquer everyday battles through life-changing information and resources, access to care, advancements in sciences and community connections. Need: Walk to Cure Arthritis committee members and general office volunteer support. Requirements: Individuals who love to help plan and execute Walk to Cure Arthritis. We combat arthritis every day, so support from volunteers so that we can serve people is crucial. Contact: Amy Boulas, aboulas@arthritis.org, 720-409-3143. ASSE International Student Exchange Program: Organizes student exchange programs Need: Local host families to provide homes for boys and girls age 15-18 from a variety of coutries. Contact: Cathy Hintz, 406-488-8325 or 800-733-2773 AYUSA: International Youth Exchange Program: Promotes quality exchange programs for high school students from around the world. Need: Host families for international high school students ages 15-18 studying in the Denver area. Requirements: To provide students with a safe home, meals and transportation for 5-10 months. All family types are considered. Must fill out onlilne application and pass background check. Contact: Adrienne Bivens, 720-467-6430 or abivens@ayusa.org. Go to www.ayusa.org.
Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries. Contact: Teresa Broaddus, 303-961-3925 Court Appointed Special Advocates: Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties Need: Advocates for children, to get to know, speak up for and ensure their best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4children.org. Douglas/Elbert Task Force: Provides assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness or in similar crisis. Need: Volunteers to assist in the food bank, client services and the thrift store Treasures on Park Street. Contact: Marion Dahlem, 303-688-1114, ext. 32 Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center: Cares for homeless horses and other equines. Need: Volunteers to work with horses and other opportunities. Requirements: Must be 16 years old, pass a background check, and be able to commit to at least three hours a week for three months. Other Information: Two-hour orientation provides an overview of the services provided, learn about the volunteer opportunities, take a tour of the center, and talk with staff and volunteers. Contact: 303-751-5772 or go to www.ddfl. org. Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: Supports the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management with detentions support, patrol, administrative duties, event security, emergency services support, and call-outs as need arises. Need: With proper training and clearances, volunteers help with patrol, fingerprinting, records keeping, community event security services, disaster response and management (wildfire, tornado, blizzard, flood, disaster relief, etc.). Requirements: Must be 21 years of age or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete a employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs Explorer POST that is associated with the Posse. Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn.com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www.elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html; print out and complete an employment application and turn it into the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office in Kiowa, “Attn: David Peontek.”
Castle Rock Senior Activity Center: Provides services to local seniors Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments, the grocery store, pharmacies and more. Contact: Steph Schroeder, 303-688-9498
Girl Scouts of Colorado: Youth organization for girls Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708
Colorado Humane Society: Handles animal abuse and neglect cases
Hospice at Home Need: Volunteers help patients and their
to hospice patients and their families. Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921
families with respite care, videotaping, massage and other tasks. Home study training is available. Contact 303-698-6404 Hospice of Covenant Care: Nonprofit, faithbased hospice Need: Volunteers to support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 Meals on Wheels: Delivers meals to residents in Englewood, southern Jefferson County and western Arapahoe County Need: Drivers to deliver meals; volunteers to help prepare, box and label meals Requirements: Must dedicate one to two hours a week Contact: Phil or Mary at 303-798-7642 (from 8 a.m. to noon Mondays through Fridays) Neighbor Network: Nonprofit that helps older adults stay independent. Serves all of Douglas County Need: Volunteers who can provide transportation, light housekeeping, handyman and companion services to seniors. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Contact: 303-814-4300, neighbornetwork@ douglas.co.us or dcneighbornetwork.org. Parker Senior Center: Provides services to local seniors. Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to the center for a hot meal, to appointments, to the grocery store, and more. Contact: Louise West at 303-841-5370. PeopleFirst Hospice: Denver hospice Need: Volunteers to provide companionship
TRAINING The Aurora-South Metro SBDC helps existing and new businesses grow and prosper through workshops and consulting.
Red Cross: Supports the elderly, international causes and social services Need: Volunteers to provide support Contact: 303-607-4768 or 303-266-7855 Sunset Hospice: Provides end-of-life support Need: Volunteer training is from 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesdays; they also meet from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every first and third Saturday Contact: Jami Martin at 303-693-2105 The Right Step Inc.: Therapeutic horseback riding program for children and adults with disabilities. Based in Littleton. Need: Volunteers to help with horses before, during and after lessons, as well as to walk alongside clients as they ride to help keep them securely on their horses. Volunteers also needed to help with administrative tasks and fundraising. Requirements: Volunteers who help with lessons must be at least 14 years old and attend a three-hour training session. Contact: volunteercoordinator@therightstepinc.org or go to www.therightstepinc. org. Volunteers of America, Foster Grandparent Program: Foster grandparents volunteer in early childhood centers and public schools focusing on literacy and numeracy for at-risk children and youth. Need: Seniors on a low, fixed income who enjoy working with children. Volunteers work 15-40 hours a week. Contact: 303-297-0408 or www.voacolorado.org.
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Critter creations fill ‘Stampede’ exhibit at art museum Curators chose animal figures for show during shutdown of North Building
IF YOU GO The Denver Art Museum is located on 13th Avenue and Bannock Street, just west of Broadway in downtown Denver, with entry to the parking garage off 12th Avenue. It is open seven days a week.
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When it was time to close down the Denver Art Museum’s 50-year-old North (Gio Ponti) Building for an update, curators from all departments were asked to select an assortment of animals, as portrayed by artists ancient and modern — creatures mythical and realistic — in two and three dimensions: sculptures, paintings, textiles, ceramics. Objects range from ancient fierce dragon-like temple guards to Deborah Butterfield’s relaxed recent bronze life-sized horses — and all sorts of wondrous critters in between. These were to be combined into a large exhibit called “Stampede,” filling both the third and fourth floors at the more recently constructed Hamilton Building. In addition to delivering an astonishing assortment of creeping, flying, walking, swimming and just plain magical creatures, a sense of humor emerged. The resulting well-organized display is a delight for children and adults. Objects are divided into categories; Horses, Tales de Fabulas, Posters,
Members are admitted free, with admission charged for non-members, except on the first Saturday of the month, when all except special extra-fee exhibits (i.e. “Degas”) are free. denverartmuseum.org.
Children are enjoying this group of three Deborah Butterfield horses, exhibited in “Stampede.” COURTESY PHOTO Domesticated, Sacred, Elemental, Transformed ... The Horses category, for example, includes a group of three Butterfield horses that are especially popular with kids, according to Highlands Ranch docent Gene Neiges. Families can make up a game up — “how many cats can you see?” — for instance. Neiges mentions an elusive one hidden in a “Whistler’s Mother” type of painting, which includes an image of a small painting on the wall depicting said feline. Another entertaining image is Georgia O’Keeffe’s painting of a cow, with head turned up and tongue sticking waay out. And, don’t miss Wenling Chen’s hilarious fiberglass procession, “Riding to Happiness (with 56 little pigs)!”
Images can range from an ancient ceramic Mexican “Standing Dog, Comala Style,” dated @ 300 B.C.-A.D. 300 and standing 10 inches tall to Kiki Smith’s fanciful near-life-sized “Genevieve and the May Wolf ” to Joe Andoe’s huge, in-your-face painting, “Untitled. Horse in Landscape,” which greets one entering the exhibit. The Horses area also includes Chinese artist Xu Beliong’s ink on paper rendition of a horse — and a life-sized mounted Indian with beaded saddle. Back to the whimsical, one smiles upon finding a piece purchased for the DAM from the delightful Nick Cave exhibit: “Untitled” (2013), with a rotund furry creature riding a teeter-totter. And Peter Gugger’s “Dog Barking at Two Women,” from the textile collec-
tion that has appeared around town on posters — and Elliot Erwitt’s photograph, “New York City 1974,” with a small dog on a leash and wearing a hat — and only the legs of its owners shown. A compelling one-minute film of a polar bear swimming is included in the “Elemental” collection, while Rick Barlow’s large painting in “Transformed” is called “Masquerade.” Under “Domesticated,” a visitor will find Robert Motherwell’s “Angus,” multiple black cattle spotted in a field, a Medieval procession that includes unicorns, a Mexican Colonial family with pets, the aforementioned O’Keeffe painting and a crude wooden ox cart. The variety seems endless and surely include items not previously displayed along with often-shown favorites. Plan to spend a leisurely couple hours or more of discovery. Include with general admission.
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Parker Rotary hosts Ukrainian firefighters Delegates spend a week learning emergency management techniques BY TABATHA STEWART TSTEWART@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
They live more than 5,000 miles apart and speak different languages. But that didn’t stop six delegates from Ukraine and South Metro Fire Rescue officials from Parker from communicating about subjects dear to their hearts — emergency management, firefighting and volunteerism. The delegates came to Parker as guests of the Rotary Club of Parker, through the Open World Program, and the visitors, who are all involved in either emergency management or firefighting in the Ukraine, spent a week touring Parker and the Denver area learning about and comparing emergency service programs and services. Alvaro Pisoni, Open World chairman for the Rotary Club of Parker, said it was an honor sponsoring these delegates, and learning from each other. “This is an event to celebrate firemen,” said Pisoni at a breakfast ceremony held for the delegates. “They all do the same service in the world. We open our minds to each other, and we are all people. We may speak different languages, but we are all the same.” Delegates ranged in age from 23 to 33, and came from various levels of service in their country. Anastasiia Hrytsak, an international cooperation specialist with the main office of the state emergency service of Ukraine in Odesa Oblast, said the focus of her work is to establish relations with other firefighting institutions in Ukraine and abroad. “I will like to share my experiences with my colleagues,” said Hrytsak through the use of an interpreter. “I live in a city and a country where there are many challenges. Thank you to the Rotarians for helping us come here.” The delegates were hosted by families in Parker, and spent their time learning and sightseeing. They visited downtown Denver, historic Gold Rush towns, the Royal Gorge, the state capitol and got a taste of a Wild West saloon at the TailGate in Parker. They also enjoyed a St. Patrick’s Day celebration while they were here. They were welcomed by Parker mayor Mike Waid, and spent time with Parker Police Chief David King, to learn about police service and duties in case of emergencies, and how they work closely with SMFR and other entities. SMFR Chef Bob Baker presented each delegate with a firefighter token at a breakfast held in their honor. “Our folks tell me they’ve learned as much from you as you have from us,” said Baker. “I hope someday we can visit you.” Roman Romaniuk, chief of the civil protection department, Cherkaske Village council, said his duties
Anatolii Stepanov-Likhoi, a volunteer firefighter from Boryspil, Ukraine, tries his hand at using the extraction tool under the direction of South Metro Fire Rescue firefighter Steve Kozsleski. PHOTOS BY TABATHA STEWART include prevention, forecasting and liquidation of emergencies of a different nature. Cherkaske is only 60 kilometers from the front line of the war zone in Ukraine, and his duties often include helping people who have been affected by the fighting. “They were shelling in the civil district in winter, and people were left without gas and water in a small community,” said Romaniuk with the help of an interpreter. “We transferred them to Avdiivka and got them warm clothes, food and medicine.” Anatolii Stepanov-Likhoi serves on a volunteer firefighter team in Boryspil, near Kiev, and treated the Rotarians to some slides showing the limited resources his team has, including converting a box van into a water van by placing a big water tank in the back of it. “We have not very reliable equipment, and our van is outside all day,” Stepanov-Likhoi said through an interpreter. “We have rescued nine cats and put out some fire, and two of our volunteers have medical training. They’re dentists.” While Stepanov-Likhoi displayed humor in his presentation, he said his work is very important in keeping the people in his territory. “There is a revolution,” he said. “We have a real threat of Russian invasion.” During the SMFR training portion of the trip, Stepanov-Likhoi got the opportunity to use the extraction tool, or jaws of life, to cut through the roof of a car, which he said he enjoyed very much. Lesia Maslianko, chief of the international cooperation sector in the main office of the state emergency service of Ukraine in Odesa Oblast, said their operation includes the use of sophisticated equipment, and staff includes 2,749 people. She is in the process of creating an interactive mobile training and rescue class program, which would support the education and raise the level of qualifications for firefighters and
volunteer firefighters. “I would like to invite representatives of firefighters and rescuers from other countries for a training exchange,” said Maslianko. Rotarian Ron Beller and his wife Janice hosted two of the delegates, and Janice provided breakfast for them most mornings. “This program allows us to bring delegates from the former Soviet
South Metro Fire Rescue Chief Bob Baker presents visitors from Ukraine fire and rescue departments with fire department tokens, after a week-long visit sponsored by the Parker Rotary Club, where visitors learned about fire and safety procedures in Parker. Union countries and provide them with goodwill as well as education,” said Beller. “They are all very nice people, and most of them speak at least conversational English. It’s wonderful to have them here and is what the Rotary is all about — service before self.”
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I had to manage student behavior based on observations of life. Then along came workshops. We were counseled in sexual harassment, racial discrimination, you name it. I didn’t have a background in psychology or sociology but I picked up minors in them, virtually, on the run. Even at the college level, I worked with students who didn’t know how to study, how to commit, follow through, show up on time, or show up at all. I was made right after the war (World War II). I am sure that on some conscious or subconscious level, I was aware of what was going on in our home, and that I was obtaining valuable learning skills. This may be an unpopular thought: Parents (or guardians) should expect more of themselves when it comes Junior learning how to learn. By the time Junior is dropped off at his very first school, a lot has already gone into that little head.
Expecting an educator to make up for indifferences and fumbles in the home is absurd. Accountability increased the longer I taught. I had more paperwork to do every year. Eventually I was doing almost as much paperwork as teaching. I was asked why my students were failing or dropping out. It must be my fault. What could I do about it? My answer was always the same: I could only lead the horse to water. It took a toll. My metal fatigued, and I got out. Were my incoming students capable of learning? Did they get off to a good start at home in the first place, before P.S. 101? I don’t like it when people point fingers at teachers. Teachers aren’t the first teachers. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
Taking the high road is an idea that looks better all the time
e are such a funny society. I mean, where else can you go to be as entertained by the things that are funny, weird, and even sad all at the same time? This past week someone shared with me some stories and an article that has been around for a couple of years about WINNING “Spite Houses.” After WORDS shrugging it off as a joke or fake news and laughing pretty hard at even the possibility of such a thing, I found out that it was absolutely true and that the practice has been going on for more than a century, Michael Norton at least. First word that popped into my head: Ridiculous. Well, once I found out it was true I laughed even harder. Not because I agreed with the people who were involved on either side of such a petty situation, but because of the sheer silliness of it all. Let’s just think about this for a few minutes, shall we? I am angry with my neighbor, so I am going to invest my time, energy, money, and
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feelings into building a strange-shaped or odd-sized home just to get even with every one of those no-good people whom I don’t like and who don’t like me. I am thinking this is a very bad idea. A very bad idea. First of all, now I would be stuck with a home I probably can’t sell, ever. Second of all, I am now stuck with neighbors where my whole life will be filled with stress and anxiety as I live inches away from their home. And lastly, I am going to eventually be stuck with spite-builder’s remorse for building the house in the first place only to realize the only person I spited was myself. I did say ridiculous before, didn’t I? But isn’t that the way spite works? We think we are getting back at someone when all we are doing is creating more negative energy for ourselves. The moment we start thinking that we have to get back at someone, that we need revenge, or that we will make someone else’s life miserable, all we have really done is set the footing and the trap for our own demise. That old saying never rings truer when we “cut off our nose to spite our face.” Spite is nothing more than a personal pettiness boomerang aimed at someone else and that comes back to hit us in the
head and knock us down. It’s like driving down the highway and getting cut off by some crazy lunatic going 90 mph. Instead of thinking how lucky we are to be safe and staying in our own lane, we think it would be better to show them, catch up with them, and let them know who the real crazy lunatic is. So just to spite them or get even, we punch the gas and move into the next lane and start weaving in and out of traffic to show that driver just who the boss is on this highway. The only thing is, they are so far gone and well down the road that the sirens flashing in our rearview mirror are pulling over our own spite-filled car. Oh, I have heard the argument that sometimes it just feels so good to get even. But that argument when really tested doesn’t feel so good after all, does it? Especially not when it comes to the small, meaningless, and petty things we seek revenge for or try and spite someone else for. Typically, at least with the people I have spoken with, they are the ones who feel bad over time. Guilt settles in, they wish they could have made a better or different choice, maybe even pursued a more elegant solution. Positive energy leads to positive
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outcomes. That’s why taking the high road has never felt better. When we can remove or separate ourselves from the immediate act or offense that set us off to begin with, and really think through it and rationalize the best road to take, we can make a better decision. I will guarantee that the low road will look quite appealing in the short run, but the high road will take us to where we really want to go. The good news is that there is no traffic on the high road as too many people are stuck on the low road. And the ride is smoother and more enjoyable, and the incidents of road rage are nonexistent up on the high road. So how about you? Have you figured out just how bad spite and revenge are for you personally? If so, I would love to hear your success story at gotonorton@ gmail.com. And when we can remember that life on the high road is getting better all the time, it really will be a better-than-good week. Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the president of the Zig Ziglar Corporate Training Solutions Team, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
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Program builds bridges to span generations Ally Atkins, left, exchanges a heartfelt note with Arzella Dirksen, a resident of Brookdale Highlands Ranch, a community that offers memory care for seniors. “The people are so nice, so kind and so willing to be open,” said Atkins, 13.
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Brookdale resident Kaz Denkenbeiger, left, makes a puzzle with Edie Cingrani, a student at Mountain Ridge Middle School. The two came together because of Bessie’s Hope, a program that coordinates volunteers with seniors in assisted living centers.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP Bessie’s Hope is hosting a Bridge of Love Gala from 5:30-10 p.m. April 7 at Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse St., Denver. The evening includes a silent auction, live auction, dinner and dance. Regular seating is $150; patron seating is $250. Proceeds benefit the foundation, which brings together nursing home residents and youths. For more information, visit www.bessieshope.org/event/2018-bridge-love.
Ranch met at Brookdale Highlands First, you take your partner’s hand Ranch, 9160 S. University Blvd. The resiand look him or her in the eye. Next, dential community provides memory you introduce yourself. Then, you ask care for seniors. for their name. Last, you give a compliIn a welcoming room with wooden ment. tables and chairs, the young students These are the guidelines of Bessie’s sat next to or across from residents. Hope, a program that brings generations Together they talked, worked on puzzles together by coordinating visits between and decorated totes. volunteers and seniors in assisted living “It teaches you pahomes. Linda Hollotience and positiviway started the foundaty,” said Ally Atkins, tion in 1994 after her a 13-year-old who grandmother, Bessie, goes to Ranchview with whom she had a but participates in close relationship with, community service moved into a nursing when she can. “You home. want to make sure “These people didn’t they know they bewake up one morning long in this world.” and say, ‘I’m going The visits benefit to live in a nursing both parties, said home,’ ” said Holloway, Holloway. Kids learn who lives in Thornton. Ally Atkins to respect and have “It helps them see that they are worth our 13-year-old Ranchview compassion for their elders. Resitime and attention.” student dents get to interact Bessie’s Hope works with visitors, which with a variety of many don’t have people across the Denoften, Holloway has found. ver metro area, from kindergarteners to “Some don’t have any family, just the at-risk youth to corporate groups. Recent staff, who are also taking care of everyvisits included Franklin Park Health one else,” she said. Care in Denver, and Cedars Health Care Atkins spent the hour creating a y Center in Lakewood. For one hour, they are trained on how to interact with aging heart-shaped card for Arzella Dirksen, a resident seated next to her. When she adults who may have health or cognitive received the gift, Dirksen lit up. challenges, such as dementia. Then, the “You are so kind and beautiful,” the group meets at a nursing home or ascard said. “Don’t let anyone tell you sisted living community and spends an differently.” hour or two making crafts and playing At the end of the visit, beaming with games. excitement, Dirksen said she was going On March 14, about 10 students from to hang the card in her room. a community service club at Mountain “This,” she said, “was the best ever.” Ridge Middle School in Highlands
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The bleak retirement outlook for boomers’ kids
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he uncertain retirement prospects for boomers get a lot of attention, but how is retirement looking for their grown children, the millennials? Not so great, according to a report from the National Institute on Retirement Security, a nonprofit research group. Consider these depressing figures about millennials — those who are now between the ages of 27 and 37 (also known as Gen Y) — from the report, “Millennials and Retirement: Already Falling Short”: • 66 percent of working millennials have nothing saved for retirement — no money in a 401(k) or in an individual retirement account; worse, 83 percent of working millennial Latinos have nothing saved for retirement. • Only 5 percent of working millennials are saving adequately for retirement, based on the common recommendation of financial experts that this generation should be saving at least 15 percent of their salary for retirement. • Only 34 percent of millennials as a whole participate in an employer retirement plan, although 66 percent work for an employer offering one. Similarly, in a report from the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, “Will Millennials Be Ready for Retirement?” authors Alicia H. Munnell and Wenliang Hou wrote that “many of today’s workers will have inadequate income when they reach retirement, but the prospects for millennials seem more challenging than for the generations ahead of them.” One reason, the Boston College researchers
noted: “Gen Y will face much longer periods of retirement due to rising life expectancy.” Two others: Many millennials owe whopping amounts of student debt, inhibiting their ability to save, and they have relatively low earnings compared with when Gen Xers and boomers were their age. There was one hopeful statistic from the NIRS report, though: When millennials are eligible to participate in an employersponsored retirement plan, more than nine in 10 do so. “Millennials’ high take-up rate is a wonderful sign for this generation,” said Jennifer Erin Brown, the NIRS manager of research and author of the study. The big problem, however, is the chasm between the large percentage of millennials working for employers with retirement plans and the small percentage who are contributing to them. The reason so many don’t save for retirement is because they haven’t been at their employers long enough, or don’t work enough hours, to be allowed to put money into the plans. Roughly a quarter of millennials work part time, and a fifth participate in the gig economy. A 1974 law lets employers prevent employees from contributing to plans if they work fewer than 1,000 hours during the year. Over half of millennials have worked at their current employer for less than a year. But often, you must put in a year before becoming eligible to contribute to a 401(k) or similar retirement plan. “Millennials need assistance for saving for retirement and we suggest policymakers
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strengthen the retirement system to protect them,” said Brown. “Expand retirement plan eligibility for part-time workers and let workers contribute immediately when they are hired. That would really increase plan participation.” NIRS also would like to see more employers offer millennials “auto-enrollment.” That means letting them enroll in retirement plans automatically with the option to decline, rather than requiring them to choose to participate. A Vanguard study found that only 56 percent of millennials participate in retirement plans when enrollment is voluntary, but 92 percent do when there’s autoenrollment. Something else that could improve the retirement security of millennials: shoring up Social Security. Its trust fund is estimated to be unable to fully fund retirement benefits starting in 2034 — that’s just nine years before the oldest Gen Y members will be allowed to start claiming them. “Strengthening and fixing Social Security would be very important to millennials,” said Diane Oakley, executive director of NIRS. Richard Eisenberg is the money editor for Next Avenue, a feature that highlights the challenges of aging with purpose and navigating boldly through the middle years. Readers can contact him at reisenberg@ nextavenue.org. Next Avenue is a product of Twin Cities (Minnesota) Public Television and is distributed by King Features Syndicate Inc.
New study: Helmets reduce neck injuries in motorcycle crashes BY ASSOCIATED PRESS
A study of University of Wisconsin Hospital trauma patients found that motorcyclists who don’t wear helmets are twice as likely to suffer neck injuries in crashes compared to those who use helmets. The study looked at more than 1,000 patients who’d been treated for motorcycle crashes from 2010-15, the Wisconsin State Journal reported . Almost 70 percent of patients hadn’t worn helmets. More than 15 percent of those who hadn’t worn helmets suffered neck injuries, including almost 11 percent with spinal fractures. Just over 7 percent of riders who used helmets injured their necks, including almost 5 percent with spinal fractures. “The helmet seems to be protective to these types of injuries,’’ said Dr. Nathanial Brooks, an associate professor of neurological surgery at the UW
School of Medicine and Public Health and an author of the study. The university’s study was published in the “Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine” this month. The study counters laboratory research from 1986 and 2011 that argue that the weight of a helmet can make the neck more vulnerable to injuries. “The goal of our study was to look at real-world situations, rather than the lab situations,’’ Brooks said. Wisconsin only requires riders 17 and younger to wear helmets. It’s one of 28 states that have partial motorcycle helmet laws, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. A Wisconsin motorcycle rights group opposes the helmet requirement and argues that it should be an individual decision. “It’s up to an adult to be able to choose,’’ said Dave Charlebois, executive director of ABATE of Wisconsin.
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CLUBS Editor’s note: Send new listings or changes to hharden@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Deadline is noon Wednesday a week before publication. AA If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. More than 1,000 AA meetings are offered in the Denver area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. To find a meeting near you, call 303-322-4440, or go to www.daccaa.org. Affordable Colleges Online: guidebook includes a collection of scholarships for women, including due dates and award amounts; insight into the financial aid application process; and other funding opportunities, such as industry-specific scholarships and funding for special groups. Go to http:// www.affordablecollegesonline.org/womensguide-paying-for-college/ Camping Singles: 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Membership ranges from 40s to 60-plus. Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park campgrounds within 2 to 5 hours of Denver. Contact campingsingles@gmail.com Castle Rock Bridge Club: 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Plum Creek Golf Club, 331 Players Club Drive, Castle Rock. Friendly, ACBL-sanctioned duplicate games. For assistance in finding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-810-8504. Go to www.castlerockbridge.com. Chess: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the Simla Library. All skill levels and ages welcome. Call 719-541-2573. Douglas-Elbert County Music Teachers’ Association: 9 a.m. every first Thursday at Parker Bible Church, between Jordan and Chambers on Mainstreet. All area music teachers are welcome. Call Lucie Washburn, 303-814-3479. Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: a nonprofit volunteer organization that is part of the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office. As volunteers we support the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office, all law enforcement in our county, and the community at large. Go to http://www. elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html, or contact Dave Peontek at 303-646-5456.
Elizabeth American Legion, Post 82: a veteran’s association supporting veterans, their families and the community, meets the first Monday of every month (except when the first Monday is a holiday, in which case the meeting is the second Monday) at the Legion Post Hall at South Banner Street and Elm Street in Elizabeth. Social hour begins at 5:30 and the regular business meeting starts at 6:30. Friday Afternoon Club meets from 5-7 p.m. every Friday and Veterans Coffee Club meets every Wednesday from 8-11 a.m. for social time with other veterans. All . Veterans are invited to all meetings, we’d like to see you. Website: aml82.org. Elizabeth Food Bank: 12:30-3 p.m. Friday and 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday at 381 S. Banner in Elizabeth (next door to Elizabeth Presbyterian Church); available to help anyone who needs food. Other times by appointment. Game Night: 4 p.m. Mondays at the Kiowa Li-
brary; call 303-621-2111. Also, 5 p.m. Tuesdays and 5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Elbert Library; call 303-648-3533. Enjoy board, card, and video games for all ages. Go to pplibraries. org. Kiowa Creek Food Pantry: open from 8:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays in the Fellowship Hall at 231 Cheyenne Street, Kiowa. Distribution for the State of Colorado TEFAP food program. Food is distributed monthly to lowincome individuals/families that qualify. We also distribute low-income senior food boxes for the state; those 60 and older may qualify for a monthly supplement. If you are in need of food assistance or know someone who is, we may be able to qualify you for one of these programs. Call the food pantry at 303-621-2376. Knitting Group: 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kiowa Library. Knit and chat. All skill levels welcome. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org. Lawyers at the Library: 6-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 W. Beverly St. Free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal defense, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law and civil protection orders. Walk-ins welcome. Everyone will be helped on a firstcome, first-served basis. LEGO Master Brickster: 3:45 p.m. Thursdays at the Kiowa Library. Build LEGO stuff together. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org. Mystery Book Club: 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at the Simla Public Library. The group enjoys talking about a variety of mystery authors and titles. We also periodically host a Colorado author during our meetings. Everyone may join us, and registration is not required. Visit the Simla Branch of the Elbert County Library District at 504 Washington Avenue, call 719-5412573, or email farabe@elbertcountylibrary. org. Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments. To ensure a seat is available, 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800-825-0208 for reservations. Go to eccog.com. Outback Express runs from Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs on the first and third Monday of each month; from Simla and Matheson to Limon on the fourth Thursday of each month; from Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs on the first and third Tuesday of each month; from Elizabeth to Colorado Springs or Parker on the second Tuesday of each month. Good Samaritan Nursing Home Residents may ride the bus on the second Thursday of each month. Overeaters Anonymous: 10-11 a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sedalia Room at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2100 Meadows Parkway, Castle Rock. Parker-Franktown-Elizabeth Paper Crafting Club: regular meetings on various weekday evenings and weekends at 7786 Prairie Lake Trail, Parker (in the Pinery). Open to anyone interested in card making and scrapbooking. Contact Alison Collins at 720212-4788 or find us online at http://www.
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Parkway, Lone Tree. Call Sky Cliff Center at 303-814-2863.
Ranchland Republican Women: 7 p.m. third Monday of each month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 Beverly St. Membership is open to Republicans only. Dues are $25 for a full voting member (women only) and $10 for a non-voting member (can be women or men). For a membership application and other information, go to www.RanchlandRepublianWomen.org.
Southeast Beekeeping Club meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the North Pinery Firehouse, Parker. All levels of beekeeping welcome, from no-bees to wanna-bees to tons of bees. Our meeting time is spent solving beekeeping challenges, networking and refreshments. There is no fee for this meeting and a lending library is available. Call Linda Larsen at 303-776-3039 or email sebcbeemail@gmail.com.
Seniors Meet: 11 a.m. Mondays at the Elizabeth Senior Center, 823 S. Banner St. Bring a dish for potluck on the first Monday of each month. Other Mondays, bring a sack lunch. Bingo, games and socializing. New leadership. Call Agnes at 303-883-7881 or Carol at 303-646-3425. Simla Open Mic Night: 6:30 p.m. Fridays at the Simla Library. Share poetry, music, dance, comedy or painting (inter alios), or just come and watch.3333 Sky Cliff Center Caregiver Support Group: 10-11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each month at 4600 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock. Caregiving for adults can be challenging at times, and you’re not alone. For information, or to let the center know if you’re coming, call 303-814-2863 or email skycliffctr@skycliff. org. Go to www.skycliff.org Sky Cliff Center Stroke Support Group: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and last Wednesday of each month at Christlife Community Church, 5451 E. Highway 86, Franktown (lunch provided). Also, 10-11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Sky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridge Gate
Teen Tuesday: 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Elbert Library. Play card and video games. Call 303-648-3533 or go to pplibraries.org. Therapeutic riding: Promise Ranch Therapeutic Riding in Parker offers free therapeutic riding for developmentally disabled adults and children. Scholarship money is available for Douglas County residents to provide 10 therapeutic riding lessons. Call 303-841-5007 or visit www.promiseranchtherapeuticriding.com. VFW Post 10649: 8:30 a.m. the first Saturday of every month at 24325 Main St., Elbert. Go to http://www.vfwpost10649. org. Contact Alan Beebe at 303-435-2560 for questions.
VFW Post 4266: 7 p.m. the third Monday of every month at the Pinery Fire Station, Community Room Lower Level, 8170 N. Hillcrest Way, Parker. Serving veterans of foreign wars in Parker, Castle Pines and Castle Rock areas. Go to www.vfwpost4266.org. P.O. Box 4266, Parker, CO 80134. On Facebook at VFW Post 4266, Parker.
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Elizabeth girls eke out win over Falcon Cardinals claim 1-0 victory against Falcons on cold, wet, windy day BY BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
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It wasn’t a great day for the sport, but the Elizabeth girls soccer team ignored the chilling wind and rain and went on spring break with a 2-0 record after a 1-0 victory over Falcon in the books. The March 15 game on the Elizabeth field was a contrast in styles. Falcon used long kicks down field in an effort to get a teammate in the open to attack the Elizabeth goal, while the Cardinals played a ball-control, short-pass game. It was a fast-paced game as the action moved up and down the field. The game was scoreless in the first half but Summer Hatch took a pass from Elizabeth teammate Rachel Melchior in the second half and drove it into the net in what proved to be the winning goal. The Cardinals also played stubborn defense. The field defenders turned back Falcon attacks by winning control of the ball and sending it up the field toward the Falcons goal. When Falcon did press the attack, Cardinals goalie Erika Riedmaller turned the ball away from the net. She is credited with seven saves and the shutout. “This is a fairly young team that is a blend of returning veterans and new players. Our seniors are providing strong leadership and helping the younger players improve their skills and bonding everyone together as a team,” Cardinals coach Summer Katzoff said before the game. “We have a lot of potential this season, and with a lot of hard work we could again be a league title contender, and I feel we will again make the playoffs.”
Sara Johnson, right, prepares to kick the ball downfield for Elizabeth and away from the Falcon defender. The Cardinals broke a scoreless tie in the second half and won the game, 1-0. TOM MUNDS The coach said the park and recreation program helps introduce girls to recreational soccer competition, but there are no competitive youth soccer programs in the area. However, while Elizabeth Middle School doesn’t compete in soccer, the Legacy Charter School has a middle school team. “The fact that we don’t have a strong feeder program is why our senior leadership is so important,” she said. One of the team’s senior leaders is Reilly Blakeslee. “I also play basketball but soccer is my favorite sport. I have been playing soccer since I was about 3 years old,” she said. “I think I love soccer so much because it is fun, exciting and
the fact the team is like a family. We all like each other and work together. As a senior this season I want to do all I can to help us win games and to help us become a strong team.” She said playing soccer is fun and it is exciting. She said she looks forward to being with her teammates for practices, and being on the field with them is awesome. The Elizabeth center midfielder said she would like to continue to play soccer after graduation. “I am talking to colleges now about playing soccer,” she said. “I think my choice would be to go to Colorado State University where I would play soccer and study economics.”
Gonzalez glad to stay with Rockies, even at a discount BY JACK THOMPSON ASSOCIATED PRESS
Carlos Gonzalez says he has no regrets about his first voyage into free agency. “I’m glad I’m back. I’m wearing the same uniform I’ve been wearing for the last nine seasons, which is special,’’ the outfielder said last week after his $5 million, one-year deal to stay with the Colorado Rockies was finalized. “Not a lot of guys can say (they) played 10 years with one organization, with one uniform. That’s something that makes me feel very proud.’’ The three-time All-Star and threetime Gold Glove winner made $20 million in 2017 in the final season of an $80 million, seven-year contract. But as was the case with several prominent free agents, the big con-
tracts didn’t materialize and Gonzalez settled for the familiar surroundings of right field at Coors Field. ``I never had that opportunity before,’’ Gonzalez said of free agency.’’ I signed my seven-year deal when I was in my second year in the big leagues, so I never went through arbitration or free agency. I wanted to see what it was like.’’ The 32-year-old’s deal allows him to earn an additional $3 million in bonuses based on days of service time: $1 million each for 125, 150 and 175. With phone calls from Rockies Nolan Arenado, Charlie Blackmon, DJ LeMahieu and others, Gonzalez said it was an easy decision to return. “I’m happy it’s over,’’ he said, “happy a lot of good players are finding their jobs, getting the opportunity to play the game, that’s what matters
most.’’ Gonzalez slumped for much of last season and hit .262 with 14 homers. While waiting for a deal, Gonzalez worked out at a gym. “I did face some pitchers, last Wednesday and Thursday right before I came here,’’ he said. “It was college kids, minor league players that were just throwing out there. I was just tracking pitches and hitting some.’’ The Rockies open the season March 29 at Arizona. Gonzalez has a relatively short time to get ready. “It’s probably beneficial that he sees some live pitching and gets multiple times in the batter’s box,’’ Rockies manager Bud Black said. “I think that’s more practical today, and maybe tomorrow.’’ SEE GONZALEZ, P23
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LIFE
COLORADO WOMEN BY THE NUMBERS
9TH
State ranking for women small business owners
16TH
Denver’s rank for growth in women-owned firms
7 IN 10 Colorado women in the labor force
28.9
Percent of the state’s STEM employees are women
37.5
Percent of women in Colorado who have a bachelor’s degree or higher
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Sharing the stories of
State ranking for percentage of women serving in the Legislature
38
women
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Center for Colorado Women’s History is about more than exhibits BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The State of Colorado was the first state in the union to enfranchise women by popular vote, and in 1894, Colorado became the first state to elect women to the state Legislature. In other words, it’s safe to say Colorado has been a place for women to lead for well over a century. But it’s never had a place dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women in the state. That all changed on March 21, with the opening of the Center for Colorado Women’s History at the Byers-
IF YOU GO WHAT: Center for Colorado Women’s History WHERE: Byers-Evans House Museum, 1310 Bannock St., Denver INFORMATION: www.historycolorado.org/ center-colorado-womens-history Evans House Museum, 1310 Bannock St., Denver. “This place provides opportunities to share the stories of women that have not been told before,” said Jillian Allison, director of the new
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center. “But it’s not just about the past. We want to help uncover the stories that are happening now, and be part of the conversation for the future.” The opening was an opportunity for local leaders to celebrate National Women’s History Month, with a focus on the women that have made a particular impact on Colorado — women like Dr. Justina Ford, who became the first female African-American doctor in Denver, or Dana Crawford, who led the historic preservation efforts in the 1960s that saved many of Denver’s historic buildings.
“By understanding how Colorado got to where we are today, we can uncover and appreciate the diversity of the area,” said Charleszine “Terry” Nelson, community resource manager for the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library. “This museum shows there have been and are lots of can-do women in our state.” The Center for Colorado Women’s History will not be a museum in the traditional sense, explained Steve Turner, executive director of the History Colorado Center. SEE WOMEN, P23
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Fashion illustrations bring style to Denver Art Museum “Drawn to Glamour: Fashion Illustrations by Jim Howard” opened March 25 at the Denver Art Museum. Jim Howard, who now lives in Lakewood, had a four-decade career creating SONYA’S award-winning editoSAMPLER rial work through the 1970s and 1980s. More than 100 works on paper trace fashion’s stories. It gives a nostalgic look at trends set by top ready-to-wear designers, high-end retailers and cosmetic companies. His Sonya Ellingboe illustrations were first recognized by Nieman Marcus in Dallas and he later moved to New York City, where he worked for major department stores, creating work for major fashion houses, which often ran in The New York Times. The exhibit is on the second floor of the Hamilton Building and is free with general admission. The museum is at 13th Avenue and Bannock Street in downtown Denver. Denverartmuseum.org.
Illustrator Jim Howard in 1965, amidst fashion drawings of the period. “Drawn to Glamour, an exhibit of about 100 of his works is open at the Denver Art Museum. COURTESY PHOTO
April 16. Sheryl Crow performs July 15. Visit the website, or stop by the Gardens for information and a stroll (6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Things should be sprouting). Concert prices vary, but admission to the gardens is free, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Hudsongardens.org. Museo de las Americas “Pachucos y Sirenas” is the current exhibit at the Museo de las Americas, 861 Santa Fe Drive, Denver, running through May 26. Not only the Zoot Suit, but the Calavera skull represented and a full-sized low-rider piñata are featured among paintings, photographs and graffiti. Open noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission: $5/$3. 303-571-4401, museo.org.
Hudson Gardens concerts April 9 is the date when Hudson Gardens announces its summer concert season — can those wonderful outdoor events throughout the area be far behind? Tickets go on sale
Winning student Holley Brown, a Littleton High School art student, has, for a second year, won a national Gold Medal Award in the 2018 National Scholastic Art Show, which has been at History Colorado in Denver. Students from throughout Colorado and others from across the nation enter this show. We are told she has won a scholarship to Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design. Book awards Finalists have been selected for the 27th Annual Colorado Book Awards, announced by Colorado Humanities and Center for the Book. Winners will be announced on June 2 at the Sie Film Center. Finalists will read at the Book Bar, 4280 Tennyson St., on selected dates in April and May. Categories: Mystery, Thriller,
Science Fiction; Anthology and Creative Fiction; Juvenile and Young Adult Literature; Fiction and Poetry; General Fiction; History; Pictorial. See winning titles at coloradohumanities.org. Literary Festival Writers Studio at Arapahoe Community College will hold its annual Literary Festival in the Half Moon, Littleton Campus, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on April 14. Workshops with authors, lunch, readings, open mic. For information and to register: Arapahoe.edu/lit-fest. Authors included: Aaron Abeyta, Mark Mayer, Wayne Miller, Natanya Pulley, Sarah Elizabeth Schantz, Jenny Shank. ACC Foundation “A Night in Black and White” on Friday, April 13 will be the Arapahoe Community College scholarship fundraiser this spring at the Fall Event Center, 8199 Southpark Court, Littleton. Dinner, dancing, speakeasy. RSVP by April 6 — arapahoe.edu/foundationevents, 303-797-5881. Colorado Chamber Players Cellist Lynn Harrell will perform with the Colorado Chamber Players at 7:30 p.m. April 14 at Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E. Hampden Ave. The program includes: Johann Sebastian Bach: “Suite No.1 in G Major for Solo Cello”; Johannes Brahms: “String Sextet No.
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1 in Bb Major, op. 18;” Franz Schubert: “Quintet in C Major D. 956, for two violins, viola and two cellos.” Reception follows. Tickets advance: $20, www. brownpapertickets.com/event/3231924. $25 at the door, cash or check. Stories on Stage “Course Correction” is the title for April 14 Stories on Stage at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. at Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts, 721 Santa Fe Drive, Denver. Cajardo Lindsey, Emma Messenger, Sam Gregory will read, with a humorous glance at self-help books. Tickets: $15-$28, storiesonstage.org, 303-494-0523. Journalism award Arapahoe Community College English faculty member Jamie Trotter has been selected as journalism educator of the year by the Colorado Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. He supervises ACC’s Journalism and
Contemporary Media Program and is also faculty adviser for the Arapahoe Pinnacle, ACC’s online student news publication. Trotter studied at the College of Charleston and completed his graduate degree in English Studies at CU-Denver. Jazz master Branford Marsalis, award-winning saxophonist, will appear with his Quartet on April 28, 29 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Tickets: $64/$69. parkerarts.org. Phamaly news Sasha Hutchings is announced as new managing director of Phamaly Theatre Company after a five-month national search. She will share duties with artistic director Regan Linton. She brings experience in nonprofit management and victims service/advocacy. Phamaly will present “Romeo and Juliet” April 14-22 at Dairy Center in Boulder and “Into the Woods” as the annual summer musical in the Space Theatre at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts downtown. Phamaly.org.
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NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF MINERAL RIGHTS AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED
Public Notice
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 Interest of Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to:
IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF:
WILLIAM ROY JOLLY 1331 N DIXIE DOWNS RD #1221 SAINT GEORGE, UT 84770
MANDI F. RODRIGUEZ and GARFIELD LOPEZ (name of person(s) seeking to adopt)
You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 18th day of November 2014, the then County Treasurer of Elbert County, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to BRIAN MCCULLISS the following described mineral rights situate in the County of Elbert, State of Colorado, to-wit:
FOR THE ADOPTION OF A CHILD - MATEO ANDREAS RODRIGUEZ
District Court, Elbert County, Colorado Court Address: 751 Ute Avenue Kiowa, CO 80117
Attorney (Name and Address): Sergei B. Thomas, Thomas Law Group, P.C. 1407 Larimer Street, Suite 206 Denver, CO 80202 Phone Number: 720-325-5109 E-mail: sergei.thomas@thomasfamilylawcounsel.com FAX Number: 720-634-1117 Atty. Reg. #: 20002 Case Number: 2018 JA 1 : Division 1
Legal Summary Section: 10 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 10 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 12 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 12 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 12 Township: 7 Range: 58 Section: 14 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 14 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 18 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 2 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 2 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 2 Township: 7 Range: 57 Section: 2 Township: 7 Range: 58 Section: 20 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 22 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 22 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 24 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 24 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 26 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 26 Township: 6 Range: 58 Section: 28 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 30 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 32 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 34 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 34 Township: 6 Range: 58 SEE CARDS FOR LEGALS & INTEREST Section: 4 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 4 Township: 7 Range: 57 Section: 6 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 8 Township: 6 Range: 57 Section: 8 Township: 6 Range: 58Subdivision: SEVERED MINERALS Block: 000 Lot: 0001 THRU:Lot: 0007, Subdivision: SEVERED MINERALS LOT 2(NW4NE4) 71.11 A; S2NE4 80 A; LOT 3(NE4NW4) 71.07 A; LOT 4(NW4NW4) 71.03 A; S2NW4 80 A; SW4 160 A; W2SE4 80 A; 4-6-57 613.21 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 16.559 MRA SW4NE4 40 A; LOT 3(NE4NW4 71.25 A; LOT 5 (SW4NW4) 12.8 A; SE4NW4 40A; LOT 6(NW4SW4) 14.51 A; LOT 7(SW4SW4) 16.22 A; E2SW4 80 A; NW4SE4 40A; 6-657 314.78 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 4.250 MRA SW4 160 A; SE4 160 A; 2-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 8.641 MRA NE4 160 A; E2NW4 80 A; E2SE4 80 A; 8-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 4.320 MRA NE4NE4 40 A; S2NE4 80 A; S2NW4 80 A; NE4SW4 40 A; W2SE4 80 A; 10-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 4.320 MRA NE4 160 A; NW4 160 A 12-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 4.320 MRA SW4 160 A; SE4 160 A; 12-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 8.641 MRA NE4 160 A; NW4 160A; SW4 160 A; SE4 160 A; 14-6-57 640 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 17.282 MRA NE4 160 A; NE4NW4 40 A; LOT 1(NW4NW4) 17.54 A; LOT 2(SW4NW4) 17.6 A; LOT 3 (NW4SW4) 17.68 A; LOT 4(SW4SW4) 17.74 A; E2SW4 80 A; SE4 160 A; 18-6-57 430.56 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 5.1832 MRA W2NE4 80A; SE4NE4 40 A; S2SW4 80 A; N2SE4 80 A; SW4SE4 40 A; 20-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 4.320 MRA NE4 160 A; NW4 160 A; SW4 160 A; SE4 160 A; 22-6-57 640 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 17.283 MRA NE4 160 A; NW4 160 A; SW4 160 A; W2SE4 80 A; NE4SE4 40 A; 24-6-57 600 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 8.101 MRA NE4 160 A; 26-6-57 160 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 2.160 MRA NE4 160 A; SE4 160 A; 28-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 8.641 MRA NW4 160 A; SW4 160 A; 28-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/4 INT 4.320 MRA NE4 160 A; E2NW4 80 A; LOT 1(NW4NW4) 17.97 A; LOT 2(SW4NW4) 18.08 A; E2SW4 80 A; LOT 3 (NW4SW4) 18.18 A; LOT 4(SW4SW4) 18.29 A: SE4 160 A; 30-6-57 552.52 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 14.920 MRA SW4 160 A; SE4 160 A; 32-6-57 320 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 8.641 MRA NE4 160 A; NW4 160 A; SW4 160 A;SE4 160 A 34-6-57 640 A 5.40062% OF 1/2 INT 17.283 MRA LOT 1(NE4NE4) 69.64 A; SE4NE4 40 A; LOT 3 (NE4NW4) 69.4 A; E2SE4 80 A; 2-6-58 259.08 A 5.40062% OF 3/4 INT 10.493 MRA LOT 2(NW4NE4) 69.52 A; 2-6-58 69.52 A 5.40062% OF 3/4 INT 2.816 MRA
NOTICE OF HEARING To: JOHN DOE (Full Name of Parent). Pursuant to §19-5-208, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner(s) has/have filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child.
If applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and/or have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more.
You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set on APRIL 26, 2018, at 3:00 p.m. in the court location identified above.
You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner(s). Legal Notice No.: 24026 First Publication: March 22, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: The Elbert County News
City and County Public Notice Supplemental Appropriation to 2017 Budget
Certificate Number: 2014-01886
Notice is hereby given pursuant to C.R.S. 29-1109 that a public hearing regarding supplemental appropriations for Elbert County Government will be held on April 11, 2018 at 9:00am in the Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room located at the Elbert County Administration Building, 215 Comanche Street, Kiowa, CO 80117.
and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to BRIAN MCCULLISS. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent mineral rights (and special assessment) taxes assessed against said mineral rights for the year 2015; That said mineral rights was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of WILLIAM ROY JOLLY for said year 2015;
Legal Notice No.: 24023 First Publication: March 22, 2018 Last Publication: March 29, 2018 Publisher: The Elbert County News
That said BRIAN MCCULLISS on the 23rd day of August 2017, the present holder of said certificate (who) has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said mineral rights; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said mineral rights to BRIAN MCCULLISS on the 21st day of June 2018, unless the same has been redeemed;
DISTRICT COURT, ELBERT COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 751 Ute Ave. Kiowa, CO 80117
Said mineral rights may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. This Notice of Purchase has also been published in Colorado Community Media on March 1, 2018, March 8, 2018 and March 15, 2018.
Plaintiff: SPRING VALLEY RANCH MASTER ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation
Witness my hand this 20th day of February 2018
Defendant: MARCUS ANTHONY GARZA; CECE YVONNE GARZA; A GRADE A MORTGAGE, INC., Delinquent June 1, 2009; SPECIALTY LENDING GROUP LLC, Colorado Authority Relinquished January 25, 2010; COMPASS BANK; DITECH FINANCIAL LLC fka GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC; RICK PETTITT, Elbert County Public Trustee
Richard Pettitt, Treasurer of Elbert County, Colorado Legal LegalNotice NoticeNo. No.:24015 24015 First FirstPublication: Publication:March March1, 1,2018 2018 Last Publication: March 15,21, 2018 Second Publication: March 2018 Publisher: The Elbert County News Third Publication: March 29, 2018 Publisher: Elbert County News
Attorneys for Plaintiff: Name: Alcock Law Group, PC Tammy M. Alcock, Esq. Address: 19751 E. Mainstreet, Suite 210 Parker, CO 80138 Phone No.: (303) 993-5400 Atty. Reg. #: 39816 Tammy@Alcocklawgroup.com Case No.: 2018 CV 30003 SUMMONS TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: SPECIALTY LENDING GROUP LLC, Colorado Authority Relinquished January 25, 2010
Mineral Rights total MINERAL ACRES 298.707
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to file with the Clerk of this Court an answer or other response to the attached Complaint. If service of the Summons and Complaint was made upon you within the State of Colorado, you are required to file your answer or other response within 21 days after such service upon you. If service of the Summons and Complaint was made upon you outside of the State of Colorado, you are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after such service upon
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‘Fences’ is iconic American play on Lone Tree stage LA director Wren Brown has praise for cast, facility, staff BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
IF YOU GO “Fences” plays at the Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree, from April 5-21 (preview April 4 at 7:30 p.m.). Evenings: April 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21. Afternoons: April 7, 8, 11, 14, 15, 21. Tickets cost $35 to $60. 720509-1000, Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or LoneTreeArtsCenter.org.
“What’s really important 31 years later,” said director Wren Brown, “is that this is one of those timeless American classics. dropping out of high school, his first maThe issues are all here — nuances of race jor play success was “Ma Rainey’s Black … not every playwright is honored with Bottom” (Broadway, 1984). the Pulitzer …” Israel Hicks and Wren Brown co-founded LA’s 10-year-old Ebony Repertory TheThe Pulitzer Prize-winning “Fences” atre and Brown leads that professional (1945) is sixth in American theater today, as well as being a working playwright August Wilson’s actor — and involved in educational 10-part “American Century projects as well as the busy LA theatrical Cycle,” which traces the DISTRICT COURT, ELBERT COUNTY, COLORADO community . African-American experiCourt Address: 751 Brown Ute Ave. arrived in Denver to start ence in America. Kiowa, CO 80117 rehearsals six days a week (Mondays are Starting April 5, Lone Plaintiff: SPRING VALLEY RANCH MASTER off-days) and is delighted with the LTAC Tree Arts Center will ASSOCIATION, INC., facility and the active support from the produce Wilson’s “Fences,” a Colorado non-profit corporation staff.ANTHONY “It’s everything one would desire with director Brown and a Brown Defendant: MARCUS GARZA; CECE YVONNE — GARZA; A GRADE A one can’t always say that,” Brown cast of eight experienced MORTGAGE, INC., Delinquent June 1, 2009; commented, technical support stage and screen actors, many from SPECIALTY LENDING GROUP LLC, praising Colorado Authority Relinquished January“I’ve 25, 2010; COMas well. traveled all over the world to Brown’s Los Angeles location or New PASS BANK; DITECH FINANCIAL LLC fka GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC; work and never been treated better.” He York. Several, including Essau Pritchett, RICK PETTITT, Elbert County Public Trustee added that “anyone in theater who has an who plays Troy Maxson, have performed Attorneys for Plaintiff: opportunity to work here — should.” in Wilson’s works before. “I always have Name: Alcock Law Group, PC Rehearsals started with a lot of “table my eye on one or two actors,” Brown said. Tammy M. Alcock, Esq. Address: 19751 E. Mainstreet, Suite 210 The story of the disappointed former Parker, CO 80138 work,” he says. “Table work is vitally Phone No.: (303) 993-5400 important — the world of the play, locale, a baseball player, now a garbage collector; Atty. Reg. #: 39816 DISTRICT COURT, son Cory; and his wife, Rose; athletic vari- road map … family, extended family memTammy@Alcocklawgroup.com ELBERT COUNTY, COLORADO Casestill No.: 2018 CVbers 30003… Then comes blocking, stage moveCourtfriends Address: and neighbors ous relatives, 751 Ute Ave. SUMMONS ment — we stumble through. I work in a speaks to Kiowa, everyone who sees it. CO 80117 deeply collaborative way. I’ve worked with August Wilson (1945-2005), winner of TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: Plaintiff: SPRING VALLEY RANCH MASTER LLC, actors Color- before … it’s nice to a fewGROUP of these two Pulitzer Prizes, is regarded bySPECIALTY many LENDING ASSOCIATION, INC., ado Authority Relinquished January 25, 2010 a Colorado non-profit corporation discover a work ethic you understand. as one of the finest of American playYOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED required Defendant: His MARCUS ANTHONY GARZA; “Once weand come together, a play becomes wrights. entire 10-part American to file with the Clerk of this Court an answer or CECE YVONNE GARZA; A GRADE A response to the attached Complaint. If ser- said, including “stagbrand new,” Brown Century was produced, oneother a year, MORTGAGE,Cycle INC., Delinquent June 1, 2009; vice of the Summons and Complaint was made SPECIALTY LENDINGCenter GROUP LLC, ColoradoCompany ing, general lines, back by the Denver Theatre upon you within the Stateset, of Colorado, you direction, are Authority Relinquished January 25, 2010; COMrequired to file your answer or the otherworld responseof cast members. I am PASS BANK; DITECHby FINANCIAL fka story of — and directed the lateLLC Israel Hicks within 21 days after such service upon you. If GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC; so excited coming (1943-2010) — the first person service all of the Summons and Complaint wasin here as director, asRICK PETTITT, Elbert County Public Trustee to direct made upon you outside of the State of Colorado, sembling a cast, 10 plays in one theater. you are required to file your answer or otheras re- a practitioner of this Attorneys for Plaintiff: afterEven such service upon work. well-worn plays change. SociWilson, child ofPCa black mothersponse and within 35 days Name: Alcock Law Group, you. Your answer or counterclaim must be acTammy M. Alcock, Esq. ety changes … what the audience brings white father, grew up in Pittsburgh’s Hill companied with the applicable filing fee. Address: 19751 E. Mainstreet, Suite 210 Parker, CO 80138 …” Theorplay is set in 1957 — “it’s a fresh District, the setting for the Cycle. IfHe was you fail to file your answer other response Phone No.: (303) 993-5400 to the Complaint writing within the applicable every day and every night.” involved in the Black Arts Movement and injourney Atty. Reg. #: 39816 time period, the Court may enter judgment by Tammy@Alcocklawgroup.com Next on Brown’s co-founded and directed a black theater, default against you for the relief demanded in calendar? A repeat of Case No.: 2018 CV 30003 the Complaint without notice. success at Ebony Repertory lastfurther season’s Black Horizons, according to BritanTheatre, “Five Guys Named Moe” and nica editors.SUMMONS He later moved to St.Dated: Paul, January 9, 2018 TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT: acting. April is a busy time with series Minnesota, where he wrote several plays. Alcock Law Group, PC SPECIALTY LENDING GROUP LLC, Color19751 Mainstreet,endings Suite 210 and pilots for new shows. Self-educated at theJanuary public after ado Authority Relinquished 25,library 2010
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to file with the Clerk of this Court an answer or other response to the attached Complaint. If service of the Summons and Complaint was made upon you within the State of Colorado, you are required to file your answer or other response within 21 days after such service upon you. If service of the Summons and Complaint was made upon you outside of the State of Colorado, you are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after such service upon you. Your answer or counterclaim must be accompanied with the applicable filing fee.
City and County
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the Complaint in writing within the applicable time period, the Court may enter judgment by default against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint without further notice. Dated: January 9, 2018 Alcock Law Group, PC 19751 Mainstreet, Suite 210 Parker, CO 80138 (303) 993-5400 Plaintiff’s Phone Number 1. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4, C.R.C.P., as amended. A copy of the Complaint must be served with this Summons. This form should not be used where service by publication is desired. 2. WARNING: A valid summons may be issued by a lawyer and it need not contain a court case
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Parker, CO 80138 (303) 993-5400 Plaintiff’s Phone Number
1. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4, C.R.C.P., as amended. A copy of the Complaint must be served with this Summons. This form should not be used where service by publication is desired.
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2. WARNING: A valid summons may be issued by a lawyer and it need not contain a court case number, the signature of a court officer, or a court seal. The plaintiff has 14 days from the date this summons was served on you to file the case with the court. You are responsible for contacting the court to find out whether the case has been filed and obtain the case number. If the plaintiff files the case within this time, then you must respond as explained in this summons. If the plaintiff files more than 14 days after the date the summons was served on you, the case may be dismissed upon motion and you may be entitled to seek attorney’s fees from the plaintiff. Legal Notice No.: 24027 First Publication: March 22, 2018 Last Publication: April 19, 2018 Publisher: Elbert County News
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WOMEN FROM PAGE 19
While there will be the kinds of exhibits that fill most museums, it will also serve as a gathering place that focuses on scholarship, research, public programs, narrative, lectures and school tours. But what makes these programs particularly exciting is their location. Allison said the center will host a book club in the historic ByersEvans library, and there will even be concerts in the house’s music room — surrounded by beautiful historic artifacts from one of Colorado’s most important families. “When I used to come here, this house was always a place where the women lived, and they were very strong women,”
GONZALEZ FROM PAGE 18
Gonzalez was batting .214 in mid-July of last season but was able to hit like his old self in September as the Rockies made their playoff push. He hit .377 with six homers in the season’s final month as Colorado qualified for the final wildcard spot and its first postseason appearance since 2009, Gonzalez’s first year with the team. “I thought that was going to be the case every year,’’ Gonzalez said. ``I was like, `Man, this is
remembered Mag Hayden, the great-great-granddaughter of territorial Governor John Evans and Colorado’s pioneering family, and namesake for the Byers-Evans House Museum. “If some of those family members knew what was happening here now, they’d be thrilled. It will be a place of hope, inspiration and education for both men and women.” Gov. John Hickenlooper proclaimed March 21 as “Center for Colorado Women’s History Day,” which supporters hope is just the first effect the new museum will have. “As someone who works with libraries, I libraries and spaces like this are treasure troves of knowledge,” said Nelson. “This museum will allow us to keep the doors of diversity wide open — diversity in women, diversity in thinking, diversity in approach, and diversity in Denver.” fun.’ But that shows you how hard it is. You got to be able to concentrate and keep your mind right. I think last year was a great example for me, I didn’t have the year that I was used to having every year. But I always kept my mind in the same spot, we were having fun and winning.’’ That impressed Black, who was in his first year as Rockies manager. “I saw first-hand last year what a big role he played throughout the course of our year, even at a time when he was struggling, which is a great trait to have and is really admirable. He kept his positivity.’’
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