Highlighting the seasons and women’s perspectives
Littleton art galleries announce upcoming exhibits
BY NINA JOSS NJOSS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
For art lovers, there is no shortage of things to do in Littleton. In the coming weeks, a couple of upcoming exhibits will expose viewers to natural beauty and empowering ideas.
‘Four Seasons’ art show at the Depot Art Gallery
e Depot Art Gallery, which is run by the Littleton Fine Arts Guild, is hosting a show celebrating Colorado’s seasons.
“As the show coordinators … so aptly put it, ‘Whether you’re drawn to the serene beauty of winter, the vibrant energy of spring, the golden hues of autumn, or the sunlit warmth of summer, there’s something here to inspire and captivate everyone,’” gallery spokesperson Peggy Dietz said, quoting show coordinators Dawn Foster Je ries and Gold Orman.
Removal of trees for Costco spurs concerns
About 41 were cut down to clear space for development
BY NINA JOSS NJOSS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
At a site on the south side of West Mineral Avenue in Littleton, excavators and other machines are surrounded by piles of dirt and building materials. e site — which formerly housed an o ce and call center for Lumen Technologies — is on its way to becoming a mixed-use property called Mineral Place e property will include a 370-unit multifamily residential complex, a Costco Wholesale store and fuel facility and a handful of other retail sites that are yet to be determined, according to the city’s website.
e commercial developer, Republic Investment Group (RIG) Mineral LLC, has begun site demolition to prepare the land for the new development.
is process has caused a stir from residents, who have expressed anger and sadness about the removal of approximately 41 mature trees from the site.
“You cut down every tree,” community member Greg Sullivan said during a Jan. 7 Littleton City Council meeting. “You clear-cut every tree on the swale.”
A swale is a depression, similar to a ditch, that conveys stormwater, said Jerad Chipman, the city’s planning manager. e trees the developer removed from the
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People appreciate the art on display for the Depot Art Gallery’s 62nd Anniversary Show at a reception on April 5.
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The Deport Art Gallery, which used to be a train depot, is located at 2069 W. Powers Ave. in Littleton.
Schools outline plans amid ICE enforcement
Districts attempt to balance legal compliance with needs of students and families
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN AND CCM STAFF REPORTERS SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
As federal immigration policies evolve and schools are no longer o limits for immigration enforcement operations, districts across the Denver metro area are facing di cult questions about how to respond if Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrive on campus.
As a result, Colorado Community Media reporters reached out to the school districts in our coverage area to ask how they’re addressing these concerns with their sta and the communities they serve.
While the approaches vary, a common theme emerged: school leaders are seeking to balance legal compliance with their responsibility to protect students and maintain trust with the communities they serve.
Englewood Schools
Englewood Schools Superintendent Joanna Polzin said the district is committed to student safety and is ensuring families have timely access to resources on the district’s website.
“I have communicated with my leaders on this topic,” Polzin said. “Our sta is dedicated to the well-being of our students. As we navigate these changes, student safety will remain our top priority.”
She emphasized that all school sta have been directed to follow district procedures, which include:
– Only releasing students to individuals listed in the district’s student information system and requiring proper identi cation before any release.
– Contacting the Superintendent and Director of Safety and Security immediately if an immigration o cer arrives at a school.
– Verifying the agent’s credentials and documentation before taking action and seeking guidance from legal counsel.
“Englewood Schools will continue to provide safe learning spaces for our students and sta ,” Polzin said.
Littleton Public Schools
Littleton Public School’s Chief Communications O cer Diane Leiker said she appreciated the opportunity to participate in a story on this issue but declined.
Cherry Creek Schools
Cherry Creek’s Superintendent Christopher Smith sent a message to sta and families on Jan. 24 rea rming the district’s commitment to supporting all students and ensuring schools remain safe spaces amid growing concerns over federal immigration policies.
“We remain consistently and steadfastly committed to serving all students and ensuring our schools are safe places where all students feel loved, valued, invested in, and seen,” Smith wrote. “Every student is welcome; every sta member is welcome in Cherry Creek. at doesn’t change, no matter what the future holds.”
Cherry Creek Schools outlined speci c protocols already in place to protect students’ rights and privacy, including:
– Right to free public education: e district emphasized that all children residing in the U.S. have a right to public education, regardless of their immigration status. Smith referenced the 1982
U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Plyler v. Doe, which rea rmed this right.
– Student information protections: Cherry Creek follows the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, which safeguards student records. All requests for student information from agencies, including ICE, must be submitted to the district’s O ce of Legal Services.
– Handling ICE Requests on School Grounds: If ICE agents approach a Cherry Creek school seeking access to a student, they will be directed to the district’s legal o ce before any action is taken.
– Mental health and safety resources: e district’s mental health sta is available to provide support for students and sta who may be experiencing anxiety or fear.
– Community partnerships: Cherry Creek Schools is working with local and state agencies, law enforcement, and community groups to prepare for scenarios that may impact students and families.
Smith also emphasized that keeping sta informed about legal and policy changes remains a district priority. However, the district didn’t provide speci c guidance on what steps schools should take if federal agents arrive on campus without notice.
“I don’t have all the answers for you today, but my commitment to you is clear,” Smith said. “We are a community that values all people.”
Douglas County School District Douglas County officials have been
vocally supportive of Trump’s deportation plans and are suing the state over its laws that limit law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration agencies.
Superintendent Erin Kane emailed sta earlier this month to say the district would continue to allow law enforcement to detain students only if they are accused of a dangerous crime or are considered a potential danger to other students.
Kane said that if law enforcement needs to detain a student, they communicate ahead of time with the district, and the Safety and Security Department is contacted for guidance.
If o cers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are at a school, sta is directed to contact the Safety and Security Department and the Legal Department. e Legal Department will verify and review removal orders “to ensure the student may be legally released to the agency.”
In a Douglas County Sheri ’s O ce statement, Sheri Darren Weekly said the sheri ’s o ce collaborates with federal law enforcement agencies but does not “actively engage in immigration enforcement at this time.”
“Regarding schools, our school resource o cers are dedicated to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for students,” Weekly said. “While they collaborate with other law enforcement agencies on matters of safety, their primary responsibility is to ensure the wellbeing of students and sta .” However, in a shift from Kane’s and
Weekly’s statements, Douglas County Commissioner George Teal said on Facebook that he supported ICE o cers removing children from schools “if needed.”
Je erson County Public Schools
Je co Public Schools updated its website on Jan. 28 to include a statement acknowledging heightened fear and anxiety in the community, with some parents and educators worried about what will happen if federal immigration agents visit schools.
“Over the past week, America’s federal immigration policies and practices have been changing rapidly,” the statement reads. “Sensitive places, including schools, are now no longer insulated from immigration enforcement.”
In response, Je co has compiled several resources for families, including: – “Know Your Rights” sessions o ered by local community organizations.
– An FAQ page addressing common immigration-related concerns.–– Family ambassadors to help immigrant families navigate district and community resources.
– A Family Emergency Preparedness Plan to help parents outline steps in case of an unexpected Je co also guided principals, emphasizing the importance of minimal disruption and calm, professional interactions if an enforcement situation arises. e district’s legal team will require federal agents to provide proof of identity, agency
School districts across the Denver metro area are grappling with how best to respond to community concerns about the possibility of immigration enforcement o ers showing up at schools.
Colorado Environmental Film Festival Returns to Golden on February 21-23
There’s excitement building about the possibility of the Sundance Film Festival coming to Boulder, but we already have a nationally renowned environmental film festival that takes place every February right here in Golden.
The Colorado Environmental Film Festival (CEFF) is a juried film festival that lives up to its name, bringing all kinds of film — long-form, shorts, children’s films, and animated films — for a weekend run that includes awards, filmmaker Q&As, and more.
I recommend the All Access pass for $99, because it not only includes entry to all screenings but also includes streaming access for most of the films for seven days after the festival. Buy it at https://ceff.net/tickets. There are three screening rooms at the Green Center on the Colorado School of Mines campus, so that’s the only way to see your favorite films which might be scheduled simultaneously. Go to https://ceff2025.eventive.org/films for a complete list of the films.
Denver which manufactured the plutonium triggers for thousands of nuclear weapons.
As an aside, one of our broker associates, Kathy Jonke, was an environmental geophysicist for the contractor working onsite at Rocky Flats during the cleanup. She recommended this film before I saw it was on CEFF’s schedule. Ask her sometime about her work.
are family-friendly and free. Bring the kids!
Opening night is Friday the 21st at 7:00 in the Green Center’s auditorium, featuring an 86-minute feature film, “Bring Them Home” about a small group of Blackfoot people who established the first wild buffalo herd on their ancestral lands. It is followed by a discussion with Executive Producer Melissa Grumhaus.
My choice of screenings at 10 a.m. on Saturday is the one which includes “Our Movement Starts Here,” a documentary about the fight against a toxic landfill in North Carolina.
At Sunday's 12:15 p.m. Lunch & Learn session, hear from members of the Denver Electric Vehicle Council and get the inside scoop on a variety of electric vehicles. Talk to the owners about their real life experiences driving an EV in Colorado and check out several models in the Electric Vehicle Roundup outside the Green Center from 9:15 to 3:30.
For the 1 p.m. screenings on Sunday, I have chosen the set which has five films focusing on sustainable home construction. This includes the “Heart of a Building” PBS program about John Avenson’s net-zero home in Westminster which was aired in January on Channels 6 and 12.
The closing set of screenings starting at 3:30 on Sunday includes the “Half-Life of Memory” mentioned above, plus two other films: one about lead poisoning of birds and
animals who feed on the carcasses of animals killed with bullets containing lead; plus one about the large amount of water consumed in the manufacture of computer ships.
A big part of CEFF’s mission is to educate, with a yearly focus on young filmmakers and films aimed at school age children from grade 4 through high school. These programs are always free, too. So, starting at 10 a.m. on Friday the 21st, prior to the festival’s opening, there is a “CEFF 4 Classrooms Field Trip” in the Bunker auditorium at the Green Center. It is for schools, youth organizations, home schools and more, designed to share a variety of youth-friendly environmental films. In addition to showing nine short films, two of them by young filmmakers, it includes a Q&A session with filmmakers and other field experts related to the film topics. Register at info@ceff.net,
Attendees will have plenty to choose from at this year’s CEFF, including 9 films with ties to Colorado, 60+ feature-length and short films from 17 countries, and ten world premiere screenings. The weekend also promises thoughtful discussions with filmmakers, panels, and a vibrant Eco-Expo in which to connect with environmentally conscious brands and organizations.
Golden Real Estate has been a sponsor of CEFF for most of its 16 years, so you’ll see our ad in the program inviting you to visit our nearby office in downtown Golden. We’ll also have a booth at the Eco-Expo in the lobby of the Green Center where we’ll have an up-to-the-minute display of all the active solar powered homes in the Denver MLS. We’d be happy to take you to see any of them!
It makes sense that we’re the only real estate brokerage sponsoring CEFF, because we are experts in all aspects of “green” building, and half of us drive electric cars. We have also become experts in “hardening” homes to resist wildfires, so please ask us questions or read some of my previous columns on those topics at www.JimSmithColumns.com
CEFF groups films by several categories, including Activism & Environmental Justice; Adventure; Consumption & Waste; Energy & Climate Chaos & Fossil Fuels; Health & Food; Land Use & Conservation; Wildlife; and Water, Rivers & Oceans
Among the films at this year’s festival, I’m personally looking forward to a few particular films. First on that list is “Half-Life of Memory: America’s Forgotten Atomic Bomb Factory,” a 55minute documentary about the sloppy operation and incomplete cleanup of Rocky Flats, the government’s plant between Boulder and
My choice of screenings at 1 p.m. is the one with three films about forests in Canada, Tasmania and on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.
Saturday’s 3:30 p.m. screening of four different films includes “Way the Wind Blows,” a short documentary about one family’s journey of recovery from the 2022 Marshall Fire in Boulder County, which destroyed 1,000 homes. That set also includes two interesting films about glaciers.
Between the 3:30 screenings and the 7:15 screenings on Saturday will be an “Evening Soiree,” a party with drinks and plant-based foods. Tickets for either of those screenings (or the All Access pass) includes an invitation to this party. This is when the awards for the best films will be presented in the Green Auditorium, along with the world premiere screening of “The Snake and the Whale,” a 90-minute investigative documentary that uncovers antiquated dams on the Lower Snake River that are driving the extinction of fish and killer whales.
I’m going to attend the 7:15 set of three films, one of which is “Responsible,” about the interplay of capitalism and environmentalism. The subtitle of the film is “There Is No Business to Be Done on a Broken Planet.”
On Sunday morning, I have chosen the screenings which include an animated short about invasive fauna and flora in Hawaii, a bird oasis on an abandoned golf course, overgrazing versus regenerative grazing in Nevada, a Tibetan nomad with a camera, and a threatened wetland between the banks of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers. Both of the Sunday morning film screenings
ADU Law Enables
Homeowners to Invest on Their Own Lot
Beginning in July, homeowners in Colorado will be able to create an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) within their home (preferably a walk-out basement), over their detached garage, or by building a tiny home or casita in their backyard.
The enabling law was HB24-1152. Until this law was passed, local zoning regulations made it difficult to get approval to build an ADU; but now local governments can not block ADU development using zoning regulations, although other local laws, such as building codes, still apply.
Many homes, such as single-story homes with no basement on a small lot with no detached garage, will not be able to take advantage of this law, but many others can, and that’s the purpose of the law — namely, to increase the housing supply through increased density. Before this new law, there wasn’t much that Colorado homeowners could do to increase the housing supply. Now they can, and increase their wealth in the process.
In September Colorado Biz had an article that described how the law works: “ADUs add housing units with minimal impacts to infrastructure and with increased compact infill development. They provide intergenerational living options and enable child or eldercare and aging in place. Because they’re small, ADU rents are typically low.”
The financial information for a specific ADU varies greatly, dependent on the particular ADU and site costs. That makes the numbers used in the article only rough estimates. The cost of an ADU is dependent on choices made by the homeowner who is installing the unit. It can be very expensive, but there are ways to keep it reasonable. Regardless, the article is a helpful summary.
One of the many reasons cited for expanding the use of ADUs is to increase the availability of affordable housing, although this rationale has been questioned. There are many things that can make ADUs costeffective, thus increasing affordability (both for purchase and rent).
Two of the factors that contribute to affordability are the size of the units and the cost of the land. ADUs are small but not uncomfortably small, and day-to-day life is unchanged. They tap into a trend of smaller living spaces.
For a homeowner considering putting in an ADU, it’s one real estate investment that includes no cost for land. ADUs use space that is, at best, underutilized, and already owned. This is a big plus where the value of land is high.
As part of the new law, the legislature appropriated money and tasked the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) to develop programs to enable homeowners with moderate means to afford construction of an ADU. The idea is to jump-start ADU finance in the private sector.
Finally, units assembled off-site (referred to as manufactured, modular, or prefab) can reduce cost significantly, and have other advantages such as shorter lead times, far less on-site construction, environmental benefits, etc. A Colorado company that specializes in manufactured detached ADUs is Verdant Living (www.verdantliving.us). The owner of that company, John Phillips, is happy to discuss ADU options with you. Because of the huge variety of situations where ADUs are possible, he tries to recommend options that might work, often not involving his company. He can be reached at 303-717-1962 (voice or text).
His is a Denver business. Another player in the field of manufactured housing on the national level is Boxabl (www.boxabl.com), which specializes in factory-made homes that literally unfold after being delivered on a standard width flatbed trailer. Its “Casita” is a 361-square-foot modular home, offering a stylish, efficient living space with a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. It’s delivered with all-electric appliances (including laundry) and 100-amp electric service. It is currently priced at $60,000. It must be installed on a foundation prepared with electrical and plumbing hookups. It is built to meet building codes.
Recently, the company introduced the “Baby Box,” a 120-square-foot living space built to RV standards. Easy setup, no special equipment or foundation needed. The MSRP of Baby Box is $30,000 with introductory pricing of $19,999. It comes, like a mobile home, on a frame with permanent wheels. It too has a bathroom and kitchen, but with water tank and waste tank like any RV. It is intended for delivery to mobile home parks.
RTD adds detective bureau for safety
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pened a week later in ornton, and then a week later at Lakewood. e bene t of having our own detective bureau is that we can assign our detectives to all those cases. is changes the crime from being a misdemeanor to a felony-level crime.”
e RTD-PD had aimed to establish a fully functioning detective bureau to le criminal cases in jurisdictions throughout its service area prior to the copper wire thefts in 2024. e thefts “were denitely a catalyst for us to get the bureau established more quickly,” Cousineau said.
Cousineau anticipates the RTD-PD detective bureau will be fully operational by the end of the second quarter in 2025, according to the news release.
“One of the biggest lifts that we have is to get with all eight counties to le cases to each of their expectations. is will also include establishing secure systems for e- ling and setting up protocols for writing probable cause a davits.”
On Jan. 6, the RTD-PD internally promoted Transit Police o cers Fabian Rodriguez to detective lieutenant and Brian Beary to detective on its force, according
to the news release.
Rodriguez has served as an o cer for 27 years, with most of his career at the Adams County Sherri ’s O ce where he supervised general investigations and the North Metro Drug Task Force. Rodriguez’s career includes working with federal organizations such as the Federal Bureau of Investigations, Homeland Security Investigations and the Drug Enforcement Agency. Beary has served in law enforcement for 18 years. Prior to joining RTD-PD, he was a criminal investigator for the Colorado Department of Revenue for six years, the news release states.
A third detective, Craig Tangeman, joined the force on Jan. 21. Tangeman has worked in law enforcement for over 26 years, with 19 years dedicated to investigative operations for Arapahoe County Sheri ’s O ce. He has conducted federal and state investigations and managed over 200 police o cers, federal agents, and volunteers as part of proactive investigative operations, the news release states. Tangeman is experienced in conducting major case investigations having been assigned to the Metro Gang Task Force, the Safe Streets Fugitive Unit, and the Child Exploitation and Human Trafcking Task Force.
Cousineau who has worked for RTDPD for almost two years, according to RTD. In Cousineau’s 28 years working in law enforcement, 14 have been dedicated to supervisory and investigative functions, including working on narcotics task forces, supervising detectives, and overseeing investigations ranging from high-level misdemeanors to homicide crimes and internal a airs. e agency is budgeted to add two more detectives to the department later in 2025, RTD says. e RTD-PD is also in the process of developing an evidence room to follow the proper chain of custody to hold evidence needed to prosecute cases. Once established, this will mitigate reliance on other police agencies to retain evidence needed to prosecute criminal activity that occurred on RTD property. e agency states in the news release that RTD-PD have taken deliberate strides to grow the force to better support community and employee safety as part of the agency’s “Welcoming Transit Environment” strategic initiative.
e RTD-PD force stands at approximately 90 o cers today and began the year with recruits in the police academy. e agency is budgeted for 150 sworn ofcers in 2025 – a signi cant growth from when the department had 19 o cers on the force in August 2019, the news release states.
‘We want people to utilize our services and feel safe doing so.’
Brian Cousineau, the agency’s RTD-PD commander
RTD announced it is expanding its police force to include detectives who will investigate crimes across the systems’ routes and stations. COURTESY RTD
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN EXPECTING A NEW KITCHEN?
By Jason Harris of Foothills Kitchen & Bath
As Spring nears, customers appear to be thinking about more than cleaning their houses — they’re often considering wholesale changes. Whenever they say they’re contemplating a kitchen remodel, many know they’d like shiny new cabinets and counters, but have the usual suspect of questions that they don’t have any idea how the process works, nor how much it will cost.
Let’s get the painful part over with first. Unfortunately, there is often sticker shock. For most of us, shopping at the Big Boxes is our baseline, but we’re usually buying supplies for maintenance, and those generally cost less than what’s used for remodeling. There’s a reason why.
If stores carry inventory, manufacturers give them better pricing. However, even warehouses don’t have unlimited space, so they have to choose what items to stock — meaning what to buy in bulk at discount — or which to Special Order at higher pricing. The Big Boxes are designed to move thousands of products daily, so their goal is selling quantity. Consequently, they stock products used more for repair than remodel; further, they focus on lower price points. To use a car analogy, it’s like the warehouses will stock all the compacts (plus maybe a couple of colors in mid-size); in contrast, smaller dealers know their pricing advantage is on the mid to full-sizes, so that’s what they display.
You need to be aware, however, that differences between products can be internal; sometimes it’s not as easy to compare the quality between faucets or cabinets as it is between car models. In other words, car buyers know an Accord is larger and has a more powerful engine than a Civic, so they understand the price difference. That’s harder
when the boxes on the wall look the same. Consumers are effectively thinking, “Wow, why are these Accords so pricey?? I just saw a bunch of them at the Big Box for much less,” when the truth is they had seen Civics.
If you know your budget, it will save time. Imagine walking into an auto dealer and telling one salesman you want to spend $20K, while to another you say you can afford $30K; they’ll show you different models. Same with us. We know some manufacturers give more bang for the buck, while others offer more finish. If we have an idea where you’d like the overall cost of your project to fall, we’ll show you the products we think will help you hit that number.
Regarding the process, the first thing you need to be prepared for is this will take time. Whatever you pick will be in your house for 20-30 years, so don’t rush your decisions. If someone has never done a kitchen remodel before, we’ll spend time explaining each product category to help them understand the range of quality and prices among the various cabinets, counters and flooring. We’re pretty sure the customer will rinse and repeat this research at another two or three stores, before deciding where they felt most comfortable.
Maybe on the first visit, the homeowners had brought in dimensions and photos that we’ll use to begin a CAD drawing, while others will bring them along on a return visit; or perhaps we’ll go to their house to take our own measurements. Depending on how busy we are, we’ll generally be able to email first renderings within a few days. These are free services for us, but bear in mind that some stores will charge for this.
While this sounds quick enough, it’s actually just getting started. Maybe the homeowners discover the cabinets will cost more than they were expecting, so we’ll make a new drawing in another brand; maybe they’ve decided they want us to upscale.
Finally, one day they’ll say, “Let’s go ahead,” which starts a more rigid calendar. Cabinets take about 4-8 weeks to arrive; so most contractors would probably tear out the old kitchen maybe two weeks earlier and begin installing new flooring, electrical and plumbing. Hanging cabinets goes fairly quickly, so in 3-5 days the fabricator should be able to measure for counters. But it could take a week or more before they are installed, so you might want to consider keeping the old sink and having it reinstalled temporarily over plywood.
Even in a perfect world, be prepared for delays. There could be shipping damage, misorders or warranty issues; even more often, though, are change orders. Once we’re in the bustle of the project, clients will ask, “What if we replace all the doors or windows or lights or….?” It’s for these reasons that we suggest homeowners establish a slush fund of both time and money — it helps decrease the angst.
Englewood green-lights pedestrian bridge
Construction over Oxford scheduled to begin in May
BY ELISABETH SLAY ESLAY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Englewood City Council has approved a contract with Jalisco International Inc. to complete the construction of the Oxford pedestrian bridge. e council approved the contract during its regular meeting on Feb. 3. e contract is in the amount of $2,243,966 for construction of the bridge, plus a 10% contingency allowance if needed for issues that could arise. Construction is scheduled to begin in May.
e contract was approved with a 6-0 vote. At-large Council member Tena Prange was absent from the meeting. ough it passed unanimously, council members did show some concerns, such as accessibility for all pedestrians and legitimate access for wheelchair users or
those who use a walker or a cane.
“ ose that are in wheelchairs, walkers … we’re still making it too di cult for them. So, I will be supporting this with the expectation that we will make it easier for everyone to cross on this bridge,” Mayor Othoniel Sierra said.
Tim Hoos, deputy director of engineering for Englewood, said the ramp to the bridge is accessible and ADA compliant but the bridge is a “bit of a climb.”
e north-south pedestrian bridge will cross over Oxford Avenue and will be located just west of Navajo Street/Windermere Street.
“It’s not the most optimal access point for sure, but for now, that’s the best way we can get into the bridge,” Hoos said.
Construction is expected to be completed later this year or in early 2026.
e bridge is “part of a larger initiative to improve urban mobility in Englewood,” said Victor Rachael, Englewood’s director of public works.
“ is bridge will not only provide a safer route for pedestrians, but also help alle-
viate tra c congestion and integrate into future transportation plans designed to make the city more accessible and sustainable,” Rachael said.
Additionally, Rachael said the purpose of the bridge is to provide a safe and efcient way to access key transit points, as it is strategically placed to grant access to a quicker and safer path for those making their way to the Oxford Light Rail Station.
“By creating an elevated path for pedestrians, the bridge will help reduce congestion on Oxford Avenue, particularly during peak tra c hours when vehicles often trigger red lights that slow the ow of trafc,” Rachael said.
e bridge is part of a larger project the city is working on, which includes the Rail Trail, a pedestrian-and cyclist-friendly corridor that will run along the Santa Fe rail line.
“ e Rail Trail is designed to provide a fast, e cient route for non-motorized travel, allowing residents and commuters to navigate the city without relying on cars,” Rachael said. “ is integration be-
tween the pedestrian bridge and the Rail Trail will o er an uninterrupted route for those looking to walk or bike around the city, fostering a healthier and more sustainable transportation culture.”
Funding for the Oxford pedestrian bridge comes from a federal grant the city received, which covers 80% of the project costs. Rachael explained that the remaining 20% will be covered by the city and supplemented by funds from a development agreement in relation to the redevelopment of the former Sam’s Automotive site at Oxford Avenue and Navajo Street.
Rachael added that the new bridge will encourage people to walk, cycle or use public transportation.
“By making it easier for people to choose active transportation options, the city hopes to foster a healthier lifestyle for its residents while also boosting RTD ridership,” Rachael said.
For more information, visit https://www. engaged.englewoodco.gov/oxford-ave.
King Soopers takes steps to handle strike
Employees on strike hold signs outside of
Grocer hires temp workers to keep supermarkets open
BY TAMARA CHUANG
THE COLORADO SUN
As day one of a planned two-week walkout began, about a dozen King Soopers employees were up before dawn on on Feb. 6, pacing in front of their store in Centennial. Some walked the perimeter on the sidewalks as cars passed by. All carried white signs with red lettering asking customers to not patronize their employer.
eir union representative with United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7 forbade them to speak to a reporter, even as one employee questioned why not? Why aren’t they allowed to tell the people why they are outside the store instead of inside?
At a Safeway parking lot across from a King Soopers on Feb. 6, union o cials held a news conference and said the workers at the two Pueblo stores would join the strike starting Feb. 7. Local 7 President Kim Cordova said she spoke for the workers, who feared repercussions by the employer. Intimidation is part of the union’s multiple unfair labor practice claims against the Kroger-owned chain. “King Soopers has some big problems. I mean when you have 96 to 100% of the workers vote to strike, there’s real issues,” Cordova said. “And here we are for the second time in back-to-back bargaining cycles. Here we are with another unfair labor practice dispute against King Soopers.”
More than 10,000 King Soopers employees in the Front Range are involved, which is a few thousand more than three years ago when King Soopers walked out in January 2022. More contracts have expired. ey’re protesting unfair labor practices, which allege surveilling and disrupting discussions between workers and union reps. A “last best and nal o er” from the company was rejected in mid-January. Not all union members walked out on day one. Workers in Colorado Springs voted last Friday to authorize a strike. But some of their contracts have not yet
expired so they could join in the coming days, union o cials said.
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Grocer preps for strike ere are 77 Denver-area stores involved in ursday’s work stoppage. Because of that, King Soopers hired temporary workers to keep the stores open, spokesperson Jessica Trowbridge said Wednesday.
“We have an obligation to the community to make sure they have access to fresh and a ordable food and pharmacy services, so we’ve gone ahead and hired temporary sta to come and help us serve the community at this time,” Trowbridge said.
All stores will remain open, though locations impacted by the strike will operate on limited hours. Stores will open between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m, with pharmacies open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the week.
On Saturdays, pharmacy hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closing from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. for lunch. Pharmacies will be closed on Sundays.
All other stores in the state, including City Markets, will stick with their normal hours.
Other King Soopers stores remain open
Not all King Soopers in metro Denver are unionized. ere are nonunion stores in Brighton, Castle Rock, Erie and Firestone. ere are also two ornton locations — at 13700 Colorado Blvd. and 13525 Quebec St. — that aren’t part of the strike. Other nonunion stores farther out include Bennett, Conifer and Windsor.
Union stores outside of Denver remain open, though they could join the strike at a later date. Besides Colorado Springs workers who are ready to join the strike, others could take a strike vote soon. Labor contracts in Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont and Loveland expire Feb. 15.
Also, many locations only have some of the sta in a union, such as the meat departments in Boulder and Parker. But those stores are still impacted by the strike and limited hours.
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AdventHealth Parker fights human tra cking
Facility trains nurses in ways to spot victims
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
As the FBI continues to monitor the rise of human tra cking in Colorado, particularly cases involving youth, various agencies and organizations across the state are working to combat the crime.
But one sector is on the frontlines.
“I think healthcare workers come across human tra cking victims more than any of us,” said Janelle Goodrich, founder and executive director of From Silenced to Saved, a nonpro t organization that supports victims of sexual exploitation. Research, including studies published in the National Institute of Health, shows that more
than 60% of those being trafcked had visited an emergency room while being exploited. at reality was brought to Mary Marnell’s attention during the COVID-19 pandemic while working in the emergency department at the Medical Center of Aurora. While working outside alongside a coworker, two young girls approached them. After they
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e FBI de nes human tra cking as the illegal exploitation of people.
ere are three main kinds of human tra cking listed on the FBI’s website. ey are:
• Sex tra cking, which is when a person is compelled by force, fraud or coercion to engage in commercial sex acts.
• Labor tra cking, which is when a person is compelled by force, threats or fraud to perform labor or service.
• Domestic servitude is when a person within a household appears to be a nanny, housekeeper or other type of domestic worker, but they are being controlled and exploited.
For cases involving minors, it is not necessary to prove force, fraud or coercion, states the FBI’s website.
In the U.S., both residents and foreign nationals are bought and sold in cities, suburbs and rural areas.
According to the latest Common Sense Institute Colorado report, Colorado had the 10th highest overall number of human tra cking
incidents nationwide in 2023.
While some might think that human tra cking primarily results from being kidnapped or the use of physical force, many tra cking situations result from psychological means and threats. For example, tra ckers may convince their victims that they are in love with them, or make them dependent on their tra cker for basic needs.
Human tra cking di ers from human smuggling as tra cking does not require any movement and victims can be tra cked within their town.
e average entry age into human tra cking is 12-14 years old, according to the National Human Tra cking Hotline’s 2021 polaris review. is entry age is why local law enforcement encourages parents to monitor their children’s phones and social media, as sextortion and child exploitation can lead to human tra cking.
You can report tips to the Colorado Human Tra cking Hotline to 1-866-455-5075.
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Janelle Goodrich, founder and executive director of the nonprofit From Silenced to Saved, speaks with emergency room nurses with AdventHealth Parker to learn how to identify and support potential human tra cking victims that come into the hospital.
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Emergency room nurses with AdventHealth Parker attended a training session to gather information, tools and resources to help identify and support potential human tra cking victims.
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walked away, Marnell’s coworker told her that those two girls were likely being tra cked — sparking Marnell to want to learn more about human tra cking in the area.
When Marnell began working as an emergency room nurse at AdventHealth Parker shortly after, she wanted to bring more awareness to human tra cking, but noticed there weren’t a lot of resources that were easily accessible.
“ e sheer number of people that are seen by healthcare sta members — and that’s including registration, EMTs, not just nursing — aren’t o ered resources,” Marnell said.
rough training with Goodrich with From Silenced to Saved in Castle Rock, Marnell learned that the amount of knowledge that her sta didn’t know about human tra cking was huge.
Whether it’s the dentist, an OBGYN or an emergency room nurse, the average victim is seen in a healthcare setting about nine times before they are discovered or disclosed, said Goodrich, adding that sometimes the emergency room or an urgent care serves as their primary care.
To further train emergency room nurses on how to identify and support potential victims, AdventHealth Parker has teamed up with From Silenced to Saved.
From Silenced to Saved
For about a decade, Goodrich, a certied family trauma professional, has focused on victims and survivors of human tra cking, sexual exploitation and other related violent sex crimes. Six years ago, she founded From Silenced to Saved. e nonpro t is a third-party case management organization that provides assistance to government agencies in domestic sex-tra cking investigations. Additionally, it’s the only non-governmental agency currently approved to respond on scene alongside local, state and federal law enforcement in Colorado.
“We are referred and brought in by law enforcement only,” said Goodrich. “(We) start from recovery all the way through the case with the named victim, and help them kind of weave through the court process and make sure that they’re getting all their needs met.”
Goodrich, who also serves on the Colorado Human Tra cking Council, works with community partners to help bridge the gap with law enforcement to provide needed services to victims.
“A majority of victims are not disclosed, they are discovered,” said Goodrich. “You show up to what’s happening to them.”
Disclosed means to make information known while discovered means to nd something previously unknown.
Having helped nearly 300 victims and survivors since its inception, From Silenced to Saved provides trauma informed mentorship, and helps fund housing, food and transportation for victims. Goodrich also attends court appearances and trial preparation sessions.
e organization also partners with FBI Denver’s Child Exploitation and Human Tra cking Task Force, which includes sheri ’s o ces across the metro area. Since the task force formed in 2012, it has recovered nearly 700 minors.
Recognizing human tra cking
Human tra cking is not blurred by gender or any type of sexual identi cation, and is a crime that hides in plain sight, Goodrich said.
“Any type of vulnerability that’s compounding, such as poverty, homelessness … just adds to that vulnerability for them to be tra cked,” Goodrich said.
She said if nurses could learn only one thing from the training, it would be that the movies aren’t reality — that human tra cking victims might look like every other person who walks into the hospital.
And, if it’s a minor, it’s a mandatory child abuse report.
Nurses learn about what needs to be reported, as well as how and when. e nurses are given tools to help identify youth who are at high risk for commercial sexual exploitation and what necessities emergency departments should have.
Another important topic is what to say versus what not to say to potential victims, Goodrich said. One example of what not to say is “why don’t you just leave?,” she added.
ere are many situations, often complicated, for which those being tra cked stay. It could be because of a concern for their safety, manipulation and more, Goodrich said.
Understanding that not every victim is ready to make a report during a visit to a healthcare professional, Goodrich emphasized the importance for nurses to take detailed notes, photographs, encourage the preservation of evidence and provide them with useful resources.
“ ose types of pieces of evidence that can be preserved for minor and adult cases to make sure that a case can move forward and that law enforcement o cers and district attorneys can do their job,” Goodrich said.
During the training with AdventHealth Parker, one nurse brought up the fact that there is a blurred line between what nurses can and cannot do, and felt that they were not properly trained on human trafcking before meeting Goodrich.
“In nursing school and hospital onboarding education, they give you just the tip of the iceberg with ‘this is what mandatory reporting is, this is not necessarily mandatory reporting,’” Marnell said.
learn more about From Silenced to Save, visit fsts.org.
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Finding healthy self-image and unstoppable growth
In the competition of life, whether at home, work, or in the pursuit of personal dreams, there’s one adversary we often fail to recognize: ourselves. Too often, we unknowingly become our own most signi cant competitor. is isn’t because of a lack of ambition or e ort but because we allow self-doubt, fear, and negativity, what many refer to as “head trash,” to cloud our judgment, blocking our progress. Recognizing this tendency is the rst step to getting out of our own way and unlocking our full potential. e voices in our heads are powerful, and when those voices are negative, they can be debilitating. oughts like “I’m not good enough,” “I’ll never measure up,” or “Why even bother?” can sabotage even our best e orts before we start. In addition to our internal critics, we’re often surrounded by external negativity, voices of doubt, cynicism, and criticism from people around us. is negative “surround sound” can reinforce the belief that we’re destined to fail.
is is why developing and maintaining a healthy self-image is crucial. How others see us pales in comparison to how we see ourselves. If we don’t believe in our abilities, how can we expect others to? A healthy self-image isn’t about arrogance or blind con dence; it’s about seeing ourselves honestly, embracing our unique strengths while acknowledging and working on our areas for growth.
To build and sustain this healthy self-image, it’s essential to surround ourselves with people who lift us up rather than pull us down. Seek mentors, coaches, and peers who provide advice, encouragement, and hope. ese individuals don’t just cheer us on; they challenge us to think bigger, push harder, and strive for our goals, reminding us of what’s possible when tempted to settle for less.
Equally important is eliminating the sources of negativity in our lives. Whether it’s a toxic colleague, a critical family member, or an unproductive habit like doom-scrolling social media, these in uences can drain our energy and erode our con dence. It’s not always easy to set boundaries or let go of relationships, but doing so can be transformative. e less time we spend defending ourselves against negativity, the more energy we have to invest in growth and success.
In life, competition is inevitable. We face it in sports, business, and even our personal goals. When approached with the right mindset, competition can be a powerful motivator. It pushes us to go beyond our perceived limits, stretch our capabilities, and achieve what we once thought impossible. is is the essence of a healthy competitive spirit; it thrives on abundance, where we believe there’s enough success and opportunity for everyone.
However, competition can become harmful when viewed through a lens of scarcity. A scarcity mindset whispers that someone else’s success diminishes our chances. It convinces us that the e ort isn’t worth it, that the climb isn’t worth the view. is mindset doesn’t just hold us back; it gives power to our insecurities, further feeding the cycle of self-sabotage. e key to breaking free is to stop competing with ourselves. Instead of listening to the inner critic, we must focus on what’s possible. Imagine what could happen if we stopped seeing obstacles and started seeing opportunities. When we get out of our own way, we remove the self-imposed limits that keep us stuck in our comfort zones.
What I am suggesting here is embracing growth. Each challenge becomes a steppingstone, each setback a lesson, and each success a reminder of what we’re capable of. With a healthy self-image rooted in abundance, we become unstoppable, ready to face every challenge, achieve every dream, and free ourselves from self-limiting beliefs. e only thing standing between you and your potential is you. Recognize the power of your thoughts, surround yourself with the right people, and embrace a mindset of abundance. When you do, you’ll not only stop being your own worst enemy; you’ll become your greatest ally.
I would love to hear your story about how you will let the best version of yourself take center stage at gotonorton@gmail. com. When we realize that the climb is always worth the view, it really will be a better-than-good life.
Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.
On the pursuit of beautiful plain roads
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ne of my earliest childhood memories is walking down Federal Boulevard in Denver with my parents, older brother and a group of people as they all chanted “ ¡Sí se puede! ” (“Yes we can!”) It was a hot summer day, and I remember my feet hurting and feeling fatigued from the scorching sun. As a little girl, I didn’t understand why my parents had brought me and my brother to this marcha that led all the way to Civic Center Park. I kept telling my parents to just get in the car and drive alongside the people, but I was clearly missing the point. I would ask my parents “Why
are we marching?” “What is this for?” and they would explain, but in my mind I couldn’t grasp the concept. I couldn’t understand that people from a di erent country were considered “bad people” or “criminals” because they immigrated to the U.S. for a better life. I didn’t see the problem. To me it was as simple as moving from state to state here in the U.S.; to me they were my parents, my brother and my friends.
However, as I tried to grasp the idea, to this day I remember hearing my mother’s voice as clear as day telling me, “Just say it with us: Sí se puede. ”
ose words have stayed with me since then. As my dad hoisted me up to his shoulders, I remember waving a little Mexican ag and chant-
The importance of sleep for women
Sleeping is one of the most important parts of the day for our bodies. It allows us to rest and recharge our bodies. Not getting enough sleep can throw off the entire day.
GUEST COLUMN Dr. Terry Dunn
Studies show that women need more sleep than men on average and suffer the consequences of less sleep more than men do. A 2008 study from Duke University found women who reported unhealthy sleep patterns had more psychological distress than men from the same study.
These women were at a higher risk for illnesses like heart disease, depression, type-2 diabetes and mood disorders. Less sleep can have a similar impact on your brain as having a high blood alcohol content. Lack of coordination, impaired judgment, higher stress levels, mood swings and being more prone to accidents are all possible effects of a lack of sleep.
Your physical health can take a hit too, with some effects being decreased hearing, feeling hungrier and fatigued. Due to the decrease of estrogen and progesterone, women over the
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ing with everyone, and after that, the road seemed better. e burning sun didn’t feel so bad anymore.
Over the years, I began to understand the concept more and more as I saw how it a ected the lives of my parents and my brother.
I saw it when my parents had to work every night, come home to get me and my brother ready for school and then go back to work with no hours of sleep. I would wonder why they couldn’t get di erent jobs with better work hours. en, when my dad was working in a toxic environment, I wondered why he couldn’t get a job that didn’t mistreat him.
As an undocumented person, the options were and are very limited. Even if you are trying to do the “right thing.”
And by the “right thing,” I mean living the American Dream of working until you have nothing left to o er, providing a good life to your children and yourself, and simply just working to the success and family values that this country preaches.
I saw it when my brother was in high school, as he was approaching graduation. He had a job o er that he was more than quali ed for. He went to the interview, and they thought he was the perfect t, but then the di cult question came: “Are you a U.S. citizen?” e answer was no.
Despite the challenges, that didn’t stop my brother or my parents from moving down the road. During a time like today, where I hear attacks on my immigrant brothers and sisters, friends and family members, I nd myself more worried than they are. ese days, I am often comforted by my immigrant parents who say, “Don’t worry. We can’t let fear rule our lives. We have to keep moving forward.”
It’s a bit ironic to say that I, a U.S.born citizen, am more scared of what’s to come than they are, but I think that’s a true testimony of how resilient they have become. It shows that no matter what, their spirit will never be crushed. I’m not thanking this system for making them resilient; I think they have always been resilient, and these are just the kind of people they are. Who wouldn’t want a kind, resilient and brave person on their team?
But I guess that doesn’t matter.
“It just feels like it’s never enough,” said State Rep. Elizabeth Velasco during an immigrant voices press conference at the state Capitol on Jan. 22. Velasco mentioned that she is cochair of the Democratic Latino Caucus, vice chair of the Energy and Environment Committee and has been a reghter.
“And I have still been told to go back to my country,” she said at the event. “ is is the reality for many of us, that we are told again and again that we don’t belong when we are making our nation better, when we are working in Colorado to make everyone’s lives better.”
We are not just a workforce; we are people who are trying to do the “right thing.” Perhaps people can say, “You are trying to do the right thing through the wrong way,” but that’s not true. Even if you try to do everything the right way, it’s not possible for everyone, because the system presented to us is not for us, sometimes.
I recently attended a community information session where people came seeking answers for their immigration cases and status adjustment cases. At the end of the day, as someone who has been there and done that, I saw people simply asking, “How can I have a better life, without hurting anyone, without bothering anyone? A life where I can work, study and live in peace without being afraid?”
While it may feel like the future is bleak and that this feeling of dread will never leave until we get an answer to those questions, I have hope, thanks to the protests that have happened and are still going.
“May they not fall on the descent nor on the ascent of the path, may they find no obstacles behind or ahead of them. Nor anything that strikes them. Grant them good roads, beautiful plain roads.”
I saw this quote from the Mayan text Popol Vuh at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City. It’s a poetic but powerful way to describe the hope that perhaps things can change.
Perhaps we can nd some answers, but until then, I hope that one day we can eventually come across beautiful plain roads, and that we don’t lose hope amid the uncertain roads ahead.
Jackie Ramirez is editor of the bilingual newsletter La Ciudad.
sleep practices.
Some tips for better sleep habits include:
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age of 50 may have a higher chance of developing sleep disorders.
Low estrogen levels can impact how quickly a woman falls asleep and can disrupt sleep by waking up multiple times a night. Low progesterone can cause irritability and difficulty relaxing. Younger women aren’t immune to sleep issues. Their hormones fluctuate with their menstrual cycle, pregnancy and lactation periods. They can develop restless leg syndrome, cramping that interrupts sleep and insomnia, which is more common in women than men, according to Yale Medicine. Insomnia can be caused by hormonal changes, but stress and life circumstances can contribute as well. Sleep deprivation can affect your performance at work with difficulty concentrating, memory impairment and increased risk of accidents. That’s why it’s important to establish healthy
• Establish a consistent sleep schedule by going to bed and getting up at the same time daily
• Try soothing activities to add to your bedtime routine
• Do not work in bed Keep yourself active during the day
• Let your brain take a break. Don’t use phones or blue light devices at least one-hour before bed Make sure you’re getting outside, as vitamin D impacts the quality of your sleep
• Limit nap time during the day to ensure you can sleep well at night
Sleep is important for everyone, but especially for women. It’s essential that you try to maintain a healthy sleep schedule, not just so you don’t feel tired the next day, but also for your long-term health.
Dr. Terry Dunn is the owner of Foothills Urogynecology, a Denver-based practice specializing in women’s health. To learn more, visit www.urogyns.com.
CHARLES
September 10, 1926 - January 23, 2025
Yvonne was a beautiful mother, wife, sister and friend who took everyone under her wing. She was kind and sel ess. A POW in the Philippines during WWII, she and her family were liberated Feb 3, 1945. Her father did not survive the war. She graduated from CU Boulder with a degree in Chemistry and Art. She helped establish the rst blood bank in Grand Junction and worked at the DU Student Health Center. Yvonne raised 4 children. She was an avid swimmer and hiker and loved the arts including music, opera and plays. She headed up Camp re Girls, was a docent for the art gallery at Arapahoe Community College, played bells for her
church, and was in several bridge and sewing groups. Yvonne is preceded in death by her husband Lloyd Warren Charles and daughter Christine. She is survived by her children omas Goodier Charles (Karen Charles), Colleen Charles Waterous (Frank Waterous), Lynne Christine Charles (Stephen Metcalf), Kathryn Anne Charles, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. For a full obituary, please go to Horancares.com. A Celebration of Life will be held on March 22 at 11:00 am, at Christ Episcopal Church in Denver. In lieu of owers, the family suggests a gift to PBS, CPR or the Betty Ford
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BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Sarah Cooprider was born with an intellectual disability, autism, a severe speech/language disability, and a naturally happy disposition. Her mother noticed during elementary school that Sarah was most happy when she was busy and social.
Annette Cooprider, who lives in Golden with her husband and Sarah, tried several metro area programs for people with special needs. None gave Sarah the level of activity she needed to thrive. en Annette found INSPIRE, a program run through the Evergreen Park & Recreation District.
“My daughter can have behaviors, but she’s an angel when she’s in INSPIRE,” Annette said. “It prevents her from being isolated, which can be common with kids like mine. She gets to go horseback riding, learn archery, play basketball, go bowling and all these things that are available to typical young people. She’s busy and moving. It gives her a much more well-rounded lifestyle.”
Sarah is now 20 years old and a student atJe co Transition Services, a post-secondary program for young adults with special needs, during the school year. While she has limited time to participate in INSPIRE now, her summers are all about the program.
“I get nervous about getting her signed up because it’s so important for both of us — for her to have the experience and for me to have some time,” said Annette, who works full time. “I cherish the time in the summer when she is busy and I know she’s safe.”
INSPIRE stands for incorporating opportunities for social, physical and inclusive recreational experiences for individuals with disabilities. e 31-year-old program was developed and is led by its supervisor, Maren Schreiber, a beloved and well-known member of the Evergreen community.
e program’s weekly events include swimming, bowling and climbing. INSPIRE also partners with other programs for regular skiing and therapeutic horseback riding, and hosts golf, track events, theater outings, Rockies games and a wide range of other physical and social outings.
e program today has 137 participants, who have varying disabilities, from ages 5 to 53. Some of them have been with Schreiber for the entirety of the program.
“You would be surprised how much people with disabilities know and can do,” Schreiber said. “People just don’t really give them a chance. ey are amazing.
“ ey’re de nitely better skiers than me. I would never want to race them.”
Filling a need
In 1995, Schreiber was working as an Evergreen Park
and Recreation Department (EPRD) swim coach and personal trainer when the mother of a young boy with Down syndrome approached her.
“She said there’s nothing for people with disabilities up here,” Schreiber said. “My boss at the time was you can try (creating a program), but she wasn’t sure if we had enough people. en people came from Stapleton, Morrison, Bailey, Pine, all over.”
Today’s participants come from throughout the metro area, including Aurora, Arvada, Lakewood, Littleton and Golden. One former participant who now lives in Illinois returns regularly to go on INSPIRE outings.
“ ey make the trip because of how special it is and the connections they make,” EPRD Executive Director Cory Vander Veen said. “It changes their world.”
INSPIRE is funded partly through EPRD and supplemented by the New Year’s Day Evergreen Lake Plunge, the Evergreen Ice Melt contest and other fundraisers and individual donations.
e bene ts for Schreiber, her sta and volunteers, the participants and their families are priceless.
For Evergreen physician Todd Wisser and his physician wife, Kate, INSPIRE has been a gift for the family. Fifteen-year-old Cambria has cerebral palsy, autism and epilepsy, and had previously been in special needs programs in Michigan. When the family moved to Evergreen in 2017, they were astounded to discover INSPIRE.
“We didn’t know the high level of service we’d be getting here,” Todd said. “INSPIRE’s service to the special needs population is unsurpassed. ey have been immensely wonderful and supportive and thorough, just o ering tons of opportunity.
“Cambria’s done whitewater rafting, ziplining, skiing, gold mine tours, the Georgetown Loop railroad. It’s a profound, wonderful connection she has with that group.”
INSPIRE and Schreiber also provide needed respite for the family, which includes two other children.
“Cambria can be a challenge at times with those diagnoses,” Wisser said. “She can be emotional. And she’s
a teenager. So that brings with it a lot of e ort and energy that needs to go into her. Having the opportunities for respite that Maren and her team provide has been amazing. Not only is it valuable for Cambria, it’s hugely valuable for our other two children, and my wife and I.” Further extending the bene ts, Wisser’s other two children have volunteered with INSPIRE.
Lakewood resident Lisa Arnold’s now 24-year-old daughter, Grace, who has Down syndrome, discovered the program 16 years ago. It’s been part of their lives since.
“Services vary between states, and we had moved from Ohio,” Lisa said. “It was really terri c to move to a small community and nd this absolutely amazing program that has such a variety. We’ve moved down the hill since, and we drive back for INSPIRE.”
Grace recently graduated from college with a science certi cate and is applying for a job with the Denver Zoo, but INSPIRE remains part of their lives.
“All these kids grew up together,” Lisa said. “And I’ve made some really great connections with other families. e disability world is kind of its own thing with Medicaid and all the processes and procedures. It’s nice to talk with other people that have some tips, and we’ve been able to share in our kids’ frustrations and successes.”
Rebecca Sobolevsky, a single parent who lives in Aurora, was desperate to nd a program for her now 20-year-old son, Ethan, when they moved from Chicago to Colorado in 2017.
“He’s tried a few other programs; Evergreen is always his favorite,” she said. “Some programs, it feels like it’s just a job for the sta . But the INSPIRE sta are super respectful, positive and fun. And I know they enjoy him, too. We drive some distance to get there, but it’s worth it.”
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Communitywide benefits INSPIRE and similar programs have improved the quality of life for participants.
And positive e ects of programs like INSPIRE radiate far beyond those who are directly impacted. Spending time or just being around people with disabilities helps others, giving them a fresh perspective on life and a sense of compassion and appreciation for others, according to information compiled by ALSO, an Oregon nonpro t that advocates for people with disabilities.
“I very rarely see kids like mine in the community,”
Annette Cooprider said. “I think that can be isolating for families.
“For those people who are not part of this community, I think INSPIRE helps them to see these people are capable. ey are able to ride horses, zipline, climb a climbing wall, and all of those things.”
Community inclusion of people with disabilities evenimproves the economy. Research published by Nature.com shows employees with disabilities have high employer loyalty and motivation to work, and they remain at their jobs much longer than the general population with higher levels of job satisfaction.
INSPIRE’s participants are proof of what people with disabilities can accomplish.
“I have one young man who has autism who’s since graduated from Rutgers and is a lawyer,” Schreiber said.
“I have four girls who’ve gone on to college, one with Down syndrome. We have people who work at King Soopers. We have the whole gamut.”
Keeping the program nancially a oat is an ongoing challenge, Schreiber said. e average cost for each disabled person to participate is $20,000 a year, and the adaptive equipment required for some activities is expensive. It’s the only EPRD program that hosts fundraisers to o set its costs.
Finding funding is a necessary part of the job, but it’s not Schreiber’s overriding concern. What she cares about most are the individuals INSPIRE serves and the experiences it provides them.
“ ey get to have a quality of life doing all these different activities,” she said. “I always like to nd the next craziest thing to do. I’m all about pushing the envelope.”
INSPIRE volunteer Gerry Dewil hangs out in the Buchanan Recreation Center pool with Will McCarthy during one of INSPIRE’s weekly outings.
INSPIRE supervisor Maren Schreiber assists Travis Ewen during a January 2025 bowling session at The Wild Game.
Bowler and INSPIRE participant Alex Teleaga focuses as he gets ready to bowl during an INSPIRE outing at Evergreen’s The Wild Game.
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Meow Wolf Denver o ers a 2025 refresher for ‘travelers’ with new quests
BY ELISABETH SLAY ESLAY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Meow Wolf Denver, the immersive art experience known for its blend of interactive installations and storytelling, is introducing new features in 2025.
e Denver location at 1338 1st St. offers visitors a chance to engage with new creative concepts and technologies.
“One thing I always tell people about Meow Wolf is that Meow Wolf itself is al-
most like a sentient being that lives o in the hillside, and it comes down from the hillside and attaches itself to parts of your soul and then follows you around wherever you go,” said Ru Johnson, Meow Wolf Denver’s public relations manager.
Johnson explained that when people visit Meow Wolf Denver, there is always something new to see as it’s a vast immersive experience exploring four di erent worlds.
“You can never really see the whole
thing,” Johnson said. “I get lost here … But feature-wise, what we have done is we have created multiple opportunities for visitors, we call them travelers, to immerse themselves deeper into the narrative.”
Johnson explained those opportunities include quests which can be accessed by QR codes placed throughout the exhibits and allow people to go down di erent rabbit holes within the exhibit.
e most recent quest o ered is Plotzo’s Heist, which takes place in a secret Pizza Vault in the alley on C Street and Plotzo.
“So it’s like the quest takes you to newer parts of the exhibit, but not everybody nds the quest, and that makes sense,” Johnson said. “It really connects to the deeper divers in that way.”
Along with the quests, Meow Wolf Denver General Manager Hans Vollrath said there will be new bar services, a summerlong celebration among the converged worlds and the yearly Cosmic Howl during Halloween.
“We are excited to build on the successes of 2024 through enhanced guest experience o erings, new seasonal programming, world-class special events and concerts, and the continued popularity of our annual Portal Pass,” Vollrath said.
is year, Meow Wolf Denver will continue its “deep engagement and support
of local artists and the arts community through various activations.” Vollrath said these activities include the Meow Wolf Makers workshops, the in-exhibit Galleri Gallery and the Absolute Rubbish Trashion Shows, which celebrate local fashion designers using upcycled materials.
Johnson said the next featured artist of Galleri Gallery will be Denver-based photographer Shadows Gather, which will be on view beginning in February through April.
“It’s an ode in homage to the club,” Johnson said. “It’s going to be sound, it’s going to be conversation, it’s going to be photographs, and it’s going to be photos of people that Shadows has captured throughout their time of being here in Colorado.”
Meow Wolf Denver is also partnering with Shadows Gather for an event during Denver’s Month of Photography, a biennial festival in March that celebrates the art of photography with exhibits and events throughout the region.
e Shadows Gather Month of Photography event at Meow Wolf is Adulti-Verse Shutter Up and Smile: A Shadows Gather Takeover! It takes place at 5 p.m. March 5. Meow Wolf’s Adulti-Verse events are 21+ only and a valid ID must be presented. For more information on Meow Wolf Denver, visit meowwolf.com/visit/denver.
The cathedral in one of the four worlds that make up Meow Wolf Denver’s Convergence Station. There are many new quests people may embark on this year while exploring the vast immersive exhibits of Meow Wolf.
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Another world and position of the vast immersive exhibits at Meow Wolf Denver.
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e show features watercolor paintings, oil paintings, stained glass, paper sculptures, textiles, jewelry and photography from 37 artists, Dietz said. Dietz said visitors will recognize the “level of professionalism” exhibited by the artists who have worked to evolve and grow their skills.
e show will be on display until Feb. 23, and the gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday
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commercial site were mostly located on the higher banks of the swale so as to not impede stormwater ows, Chipman said.
He said the developer’s plans include a new stormwater management system that will use a pipe instead of the swale for drainage.
According to the city’s website, the additional transportation infrastructure required by the project — such as turn lanes, bu ered bike lanes and wider sidewalks — encroached on the location of the existing trees.
Sullivan, who has spoken repeatedly about the trees at city council meetings since August, asked the city council to intervene to make the developers keep the trees for their environmental bene ts and preserve the swales as green space.
through Sunday. e gallery is located at 2069 W. Powers Ave. and is free to visit.
‘Little-ton, Big-ideas’ by the Women’s Caucus for Art Colorado
An art show hosted by the Women’s Caucus for Art Colorado will run from Feb. 10 to March 8, showcasing the unique perspectives of women-identifying artists from Littleton and Colorado. “ e exhibition invites viewers to experience how these artists transform their ideas into powerful visual expressions, from the intimate to the universal,” said Melody Epperson, a spokesper-
as long as the development meets the requirements of the city’s Unied Land Use Code.”
Chipman said nearly all the trees removed as part of the development were on the developer’s private property. A small number were in the city’s right-of-way and will be replaced by new trees as the right-of-way is recon gured, Chipman said.
“ e City of Littleton’s Uni ed Land Use Code requires ‘tree mitigation’ for large developments, meaning the developer must pay a fee earmarked for future tree planting elsewhere in the city,” Chipman added. “Plans for the site also include more than 950 trees, resulting in a net tree gain of 670, even with the removal of the existing trees.”
Chipman added that many of the trees that were removed were ash trees, which are “highly susceptible to the emerald ash borer invasive species.”
son for the Women’s Caucus for Art Colorado. “Join us in celebrating the creativity, resilience and voice of women-identifying artists in our community.”
e show, which will feature 53 pieces of art from 42 artists, will take place in the Colorado Gallery of the Arts at Arapahoe Community College. It will include 2-D art and 3-D art, including various installations.
Epperson said she hopes the community walks away “feeling inspired by the power of women’s voices in art — seeing rsthand how creativity can challenge perspectives, spark dialogue and
scription, the developers plan to “conserve energy and other natural resources” on the property by using native species vegetation and drip irrigation systems to reduce potable water consumption, recycling construction waste when possible and taking other steps.
Sullivan said he is also concerned about the green space the developer is eliminating to build parking spots and gas pumps.
Sullivan said he believed the city should have had a say in what the developer did with the trees and the green space because of the city’s relationship with the developer through an economic partnership incentive agreement. is means the city will share back 50% of the sales tax collected at the entire retail portion of the site, up to a total reimbursement of $29.5 million or until 10 years have passed, whichever occurs rst.
connect us on a deeper level.” “ is exhibition isn’t just about showcasing beautiful work; it’s about honoring the bold ideas, personal narratives and societal re ections that shape our world,” she added.
e exhibition is supported by a Littleton Arts and Culture Grant, which is funded by the city’s Lodger’s Tax. e show will be juried by ACC instructors Lisa Adams and Katie Caron, Epperson said.
ere will be an opening reception on Feb. 13 and artists talks on March 8, during which artists will share the stories behind their art.
cut down, Sullivan suggested the city start a “Littleton tree trust” with money from the site’s sales tax revenue to go towards more trees on the property and across the city. He also urged the city to take other measures to hold the developer to higher environmental standards and to not award exceptions to green space and setback requirements.
Becklenberg said funding for cultivation and maintenance of the city’s tree canopy and ecology are important, and the city has grown its forestry and tree planting maintenance budget about tenfold over the last four years.
“I believe it will continue to grow thanks to the revenue generated by the Mineral Place retail center,” he said.
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He said the trees being removed “just reinforces the need to bring awareness to the citizens of Littleton that trees are important, and they can serve an important function to mitigate (carbon dioxide).”
In his e orts to “save the swale,” Sullivan said he placed nearly 2,000 yers at homes in the area and gathered about 200 signatures from people who want “a change in the environmental direction of Mineral Place.”
According to the city’s website, “the buyer has the right to develop the property as they wish
“ e newly-planted trees will be less vulnerable to speci c diseases and more appropriate for urban environments,” he said.
During a December city council meeting, Sullivan said he is concerned that the extra trees planted will still not make up for the amount of pollution that will be caused by cars visiting Mineral Place. He also told the Littleton Independent that he is concerned because the new, smaller trees will not mitigate as much carbon dioxide as the mature trees that were removed.
According to the project de-
According to the city’s website, city sta and its consultant determined that “the developer’s request for share-back funds was justi ed because of the high land acquisition costs — about ve times greater per square-foot than other similar Costco-anchored developments in the state — and sitework costs for the project.”
City Manager Jim Becklenberg said the city is “very limited in its authority to legally impose design requirements beyond those which are required in the municipal code for all projects.”
In January, after the trees were
e 370-unit multi-family residential development, which is being developed by Embrey Partners LLC, has been approved, Chipman said, and building permits are under review.
As for other retailers, a preapplication meeting was held for Portillo’s Hot Dogs LLC, but a complete application had not yet been led with the city as of Feb. 6. e restaurant would be a drive-thru and in-store location o ering Italian beef, hot dogs, hamburgers, ribs, pasta, pizza, shakes and more, according to city documents.
e agreement between the city and the commercial developer estimates that Costco will be ready to open in 2026, according to the city’s website.
ROX Arts Gallery, which is run by the Roxborough Arts Council, is in the Aspen Grove shopping center in Littleton. FILE PHOTO
“Survivor” by Jackie Shuler will be on display in the Depot Art Gallery’s “Four Seasons” art show.
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Rob Hanna resigns as SSPRD chief
South Suburban executive director cites health reasons
BY NINA JOSS NJOSS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Rob Hanna, the executive director of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, has resigned from his role.
our executive director, Rob Hanna, due to health issues,” Eller said during the meeting. “ is was unexpected, and I think I speak for the entire board when I say he will be missed.”
e agenda for the meeting only included one item, which was the “resignation of executive director and related agreement.”
Hanna’s resignation went into e ect at 5 p.m. on Feb. 5, district spokesperson
transition.
e executive director’s role involves implementing policies adopted by the Board of Directors. e district has “begun the process of identifying new leadership,” according to a press release from the district, but no further details on what that process looks like were provided. e Board of Directors will be in charge of selecting Hanna’s replacement, Grubb said.
Board member Pete Barrett said Hanna has “made an impact on South Suburban — but also broader than that, an impact
“We’ve added facilities, we’ve added access to facilities and we’ve achieved, consistently, excellence,” he said. “He leaves
Colorado author gives sports industry tricks and tips in new book
BY JOHN RENFROW
For students interested in sports management, marketing or just getting their foot in the door of the sports industry, a local author might have the blueprint for you.
Brandon Tosti, who lives with his family in Arvada, is an industry veteran and longtime sports business professional. His new book, “Bright Lights & Long Nights,” provides behind-the-scenes insights into how the sausage is made in the world of sports.
Many don’t want to give up sports when their playing days are done, and Tosti said this book could help them break through into the business side.
“ is is the book I wish I’d had when I was 22,” Tosti said, who has nearly two decades of experience in the sports industry. “ rough this book, I aim to help the next generation of sports management (and marketing) students understand how to break into the sports industry. I also wanted to show diehard fans how everything works with a unique and authentic behind-the-scenes view.” Tosti has taught sports management
and marketing at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, and the University of Colorado-Denver. He also spent eight years in the concert business.
He is originally from Paintsville, Kentucky, and attended the University of Kentucky where he received his master’s degree in sports management.
He’s been in Colorado since 2000 and has been involved in sports and sponsorships since, including managing the opening of Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Tosti is now the director of sponsor relations for Outside Inc. in Boulder, and the founder and executive director of the Denver-based nonpro t Sports for a Cause.
“My book is unique and focuses on the sports industry, not an individual athlete or famous coach,” he said. “ e front ofce is lled with dedicated, hard-working individuals that no one hears about, and I want sports fans to understand the work it takes to make game days happen.”
Search for “Bright Lights & Long Nights” on Amazon, and for more on Tosti, visit www.brandontostiauthor.com.
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Brandon Tosti, a resident of Arvada, has released a book about breaking into the sports industry. Students of sports management or marketing can find tips and tricks about the business and behind-the-scenes happenings of the industry’s structure.
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Local 7 also represents workers at four Western Slope City Markets, including two in Grand Junction, one in Fruita and one in Clifton. No strike vote has been announced yet.
Unproductive negotiations, heated accusations
Negotiations began in October on the new contract, which expired Jan. 5, and stopped inde nitely on Jan. 16. No further meetings were scheduled.
In unfair labor practice claims led with the National Labor Relations Board, the union said King Soopers was “illegally threatening members with discipline” for wearing union clothing or union buttons, surveilling workers in discussions with union sta and “gutting $8 million in retiree health bene ts for wage increases for active workers.”
To get the union back to the bargaining table, Cordova said, “We need the company to engage in good and fair bargaining, and they need to resolve the unfair
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a liation and a legally valid warrant before granting access to district property.
“If agents visit a school, a Je co district administrator will support the school and meet the agency on behalf of the district, with guidance from our legal team,” the district said.
School board member Erin Kenworthy said the board is drafting a resolution regarding its commitment to protecting all students for an upcoming board meeting.
Adams 12 Five Star Schools
e Adams 12 school board unanimously adopted a resolution at its meeting on Jan. 15 a rming its commitment to protecting students and families regardless of immigration status.
e resolution states that the district will continue its practice of not inquiring about the immigration status of students or families and will follow all legal guidelines for protecting con dential information.
It also establishes speci c procedures if immigration o cials attempt to access school campuses or student records.
“ e Five Star District shall utilize its lawful powers to protect our students and families, regardless of immigration status,” the resolution states.
Among the key provisions, according to the district:
labor practices. ey have to provide information that we need around sales.”
King Soopers pushed back on all the allegations. In a statement, the company said it responded to all the union’s requests, and even “dedicated six hours to answering every question raised,” during a one negotiation session. e company has “acted in full compliance with both the law and collective bargaining agreement obligations.”
It led its own unfair labor practice claims against the union for causing disruptions, such as mentioning a strike on Dec. 17, and rejecting company o ers without providing their own proposal for the workers. ( e union said it has made proposals.)
e company had hoped to avoid a strike, like the one three years ago. Earlier this week, King Soopers President Joe Kelley asked Local 7 to “reconsider their approach and prioritize the best interests of our associates, their members and the communities they serve.”
King Soopers has publicly shared its o er to workers and urged employees to look and vote on the proposed contract, instead of voting on unfair labor practices.
– e district will not voluntarily provide information about students or families to federal immigration authorities.
– Any immigration o cial’s request to enter a school or district property must rst be forwarded to the District’s Legal Department.
– e same applies if an immigration ofcer seeks to communicate with a student while under the district’s supervision.
e board also emphasized that it would continue to support families in updating emergency contact information and in creating emergency plans in case of sudden family disruptions.
Adams 14 School District
Adams 14 Superintendent Karla Loría took to Facebook on Jan. 23 to con rm the district’s commitment to safeguarding students and protecting their educational rights.
“No one is allowed on our properties, inside our schools, or is allowed to have access to information without lawful justi cation and approval of the district,” she said. “Law enforcement is required to have a warrant signed by a federal or state judge in order to enter our properties, our schools or to gain access to data.”
Referring to a 1982 U.S. Supreme Court decision determining that all children, documented or not, have an equal right to an education under the United States Constitution, Loria said, “Adams 14 stands behind these absolute truths. We are here to safeguard the constitutional rights of our
King Soopers o ered raises to boost store clerks’ hourly wage by $4.50 over four years, with top clerks earning above $27 an hour by 2028. Adding in health care and pension bene ts, that would be $29.48 an hour. e current wage is $22.68, the company said.
The union’s sticking points
While making sure grocery workers can make a livable wage is a big concern, Cordova said the top concern is inadequate sta ng, and that impacts consumers.
“Our ght over understa ng is real. Every customer sees that they’re waiting in long lines. ey’re seeing empty shelves. And there’s not a supply chain issue here. All the product is in the back room. ere’s just nobody there (to restock),” Cordova said. “ ey don’t have enough sta in the stores to properly change the price tags or prices in the system. So many customers’ experience (is) the price they’re paying is higher than what’s advertised. And that’s a big issue when people around the country are already upset about the high cost of groceries.”
Reyna Carpenter, the seafood manager at a King Soopers in Pueblo, said she joined the company a decade ago when
students and those who bless our schools. Our district will remain a safe place for learning, particularly as that is our constitutionally endowed mission.”
Loria encouraged families to know their rights and directed them to resources on the district’s website.
Weld Re-8
In Weld RE-8, school o cials strongly opposed cooperating with immigration enforcement agents without a court-ordered warrant.
“Our protocol right now is that we will not allow ICE personnel to have access to the buildings,” said Assistant Superintendent Johan Van Nieuwenhuizen. “If they don’t have a warrant signed by a judge and veried by our legal counsel, then we will not allow them access to the building at all.”
e district’s policy states that:
– Immigration agents will not be allowed to speak to students without parental permission.
– No student or sta records will be shared with immigration authorities.
– School Resource O cers will verify any warrants presented by immigration ocials and consult with legal counsel before taking action.
Weld RE-8 sent a letter to parents emphasizing that the district remains committed to protecting students and families, regardless of immigration status. e letter also directed parents to community legal resources and encouraged them to update emergency contact information
there were four people working a shift in her department at a time. Now, there’s two. And sometimes she gets pulled over to the meat department to help. If one of the shift workers is tagging items or restocking, that means there’s only one employee helping customers. And that’s what’s happening storewide, she said. When check out lines get longer, cashiers abandon the other chores. at means store shelves aren’t getting restocked or properly tagged with the new pricing for the week. Or there’s no shopping carts, so another sta er has to run out and gather them up in the parking lot.
“On ad days, it’s ridiculous,” said Carpenter, who is also on the union’s bargaining committee. “You have to rearrange everything. … at takes time. We used to have people that came in and worked with us. We had more sta ng in the morning and throughout the afternoon.”
Kroger owns 118 King Soopers and 32 City Market stores in Colorado. Not all are unionized.
is story was printed through a news sharing agreement with e Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned nonpro t based in Denver that covers the state.
to ensure their child’s safety.
Denver Public Schools
In a letter sent to families on Jan. 17, Denver Public Schools rea rmed its commitment to ensuring that all students feel safe and supported, regardless of immigration status.
“Denver Public Schools is committed to providing equitable and inclusive environments where all students feel safe and supported, regardless of immigration status, said Superintendent Alex Marrero. e state’s largest district said the district’s policies require all visitors, including immigration o cials, to report to the school o ce upon entry and prohibit federal immigration law enforcement activities on school property without proper legal authorization.
DPS also developed a Family Resource Toolkit in English and Spanish to support immigrant families. e toolkit contains information about rights, current DPS policies, training, mental health support and community resources. e district encourages families to update emergency contact information and advises that each student should have at least two trusted adults authorized to pick them up if necessary.
Marrero assured families that DPS will continue to monitor developments closely and provide updates as needed.
“We want to ensure that all of our students and families feel safe and supported in our schools,” Marrero said.
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2. TELEVISION: Who is the host of the long-running reality series “Survivor”?
3. LITERATURE: Which animals represent the Communist Party in “Animal Farm”?
4. U.S. STATES: Which state is the birthplace of the singer Elvis?
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7. AD SLOGANS: Which product’s slogan is “Is It In You?”?
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4. Mississippi.
5. 27.3 days.
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7. Gatorade.
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10. Lupercalia.
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Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for the remainder of the 2024-2025 school year, approximately 53 days, depending on start date. Salary Range$13,754 - $18,122, dependent upon experience and education.
Requirements: Hold or be able to attain a Colorado Teaching License with an endorsement as a Special Education SpecialistDeaf/Hard of Hearing required. Complete assessments, attend IEP meetings, provide direct and indirect special education services.
Benefits: Excellent benefits including access to a company vehicle or mileage reimbursement and fully paid health insurance, including vision and dental. May be eligible for loan forgiveness program. Flexible scheduling with the opportunity to complete some work from home. To apply for this position, please visit our website ecboces.org and click on the “Jobs” page, click on the job you are interested in & then click on the grey button “Apply Online”, located at the bottom of the job listing. Questions contact Tracy at (719) 775-2342, ext. 101. EOE
Facilitator/Aide
Wanted Registered Occupational Therapist In-Person Full-Time Registered Occupational Therapist for 2025-26 School Year
• OTR must have, or be eligible for appropriate Colorado licensure
• Work with Pre-12th grade students completing assessments,attending IEP meetings and providing direct & indirect services.
• Full Time Salary range: MA $53,615 - $59,215 PhD $58,465 -$64,465 for 186 days.
• Fully paid insurance including medical, dental and vision.
• Access to a company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.
• May be eligible for a loan forgiveness program!
• Flexible scheduling with the opportunity to complete some work from home.
• To apply for this position, please visit our website ecboces.org and click on the “Jobs” page, click on the job you are interested in & then click on the grey button “Apply Online”, located at the bottom of the job listing. EOE
• Questions contact Tracy at (719) 775-2342, ext. 101. EOE
East Central BOCES is seeking a facilitator/aide to assist with the provision of special education services to students. Travel is required to multiple schools. Duties include picking up students from class, monitoring students during virtual instruction, and returning them to class. Training will be provided. Great Opportunity for someone who wants to work while your children are in school or someone who is taking online college classes. The salary range is $16 - $18 per hour, depending on experience. 24 hours per week. Mileage reimbursed for travel between schools. Location of schools: Arickaree, Bennett, Limon, Burlington, Deer Trail, Kiowa, Kit Carson, Strasburg, & Byers. Questions, please contact Tracy at 719-775-2342 ext. 101 or tracyg@ecboces.org. To apply for this position, please visit our website ecboces.org and click on the “Jobs” page, click on the job you are interested in & then click on the green button “Apply Online”, located at the bottom of the job listing. EOE
K&H INTEGRATED
KELLY
Kahumo Chason
LEWIS BRISBOIS BISGAARD & SMITHMISC. 26.00
LEXISNEXIS RISK SOLUTIONS FL INCSupplies 596.56
LIGHTHOUSE TRANSPORTATION GROUP Services and Other12,770.00
LIMU LLC Services and Other5,316.13
LINDSEY GREATHOUSE MISC. 15.00
LINEV SYSTEMS US, INC. Services and Other37,625.00
LINK LETTERS LTD Services and Other6,602.40
LISA TRAN MISC. 64.60
LOCLYZ LLC Services and Other9,750.00
LP 1A REIT INC Community Programs5,616.84
LSI BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INCServices and Other902.50
LV EVENTS AND PR LLC Services and Other4,200.00
LYNN SAUVE Services and Other210.00
Leah Stout Services and Other103.20
Leslie Summey Services and Other30.95
Loren Kohler Services and Other137.01
MADDI LEIGN ROBINSON MISC. 15.00
MAIL MASTERS OF COLORADO INCServices and Other2,376.99
MANATRON INC Services and Other287,293.00
MARGARETTE M. UNTAWALE Community Programs4,941.68
MARK A LEACHMAN PC MISC. 105.00
MARK DAHLSTEN MISC. 15.00
MARLOW TROUPE MISC. 66.10
MARTIN POTTER MISC. 53.10
MATHESON TRI-GAS INC Supplies 655.22
MCGEE COMPANY Supplies 1,323.28
MERCURIAL SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLCServices and Other161,086.53
METLIFE LEGAL PLANS INC MISC. 8,431.50
MICHAEL NORTHCOTT MISC. 63.10
MICHAEL WEAVER MISC. 15.00
MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT INCMISC. 15.00
MILLS HALSTEAD &
MITRATECH
current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/12/2025, at The East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 1/16/2025
Last Publication: 2/13/2025
Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 11/12/2024
Michael Westerberg, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado
By: Michael Westerberg, Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893 Heather Deere #28597
Toni M. Owan #30580 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, PC 355 Union Blvd., Ste. 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # CO23902
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 0500-2024
First Publication: 1/16/2025
Last Publication: 2/13/2025
Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
COMBINED NOTICE - AMENDED - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(1)(b) FORECLOSURE
SALE NO. 0414-2024
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 20, 2024, the undersigned
Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.
Original Grantor(s)
KRISTIN M. BROWN
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC, FKA QUICKEN LOANS, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC
F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust
April 22, 2022
County of Recording
Arapahoe
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
April 28, 2022
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
E2047078
Original Principal Amount
$321,530.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$311,890.26
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOTS 40 AND 41, BLOCK 28, SOUTH BROADWAY HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address:
4237 S LOGAN ST, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113-4728. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/12/2025, the date to which the sale has been continued pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-109(1)(b), at The East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
Amended First Publication: 1/16/2025
Amended Last Publication: 2/13/2025
Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 1/3/2025
Michael Westerberg, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado
By: Michael Westerberg, Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Anna Johnston #51978
Joseph D. DeGiorgio #45557
Carly Imbrogno #59533
Randall M. Chin #31149
David W. Drake #43315
Ryan Bourgeois #51088 Barrett, Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000010244762
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015
Legal Notice NO. 0414-2024
Amended First Publication: 1/16/2025
Amended Last Publication: 2/13/2025
Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION
CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0524-2024
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On November 22, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records.
Original Grantor(s)
Orlando Gallardo
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Indicate Capital REIT, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Indicate Capital REIT, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust
December 19, 2023
County of Recording Arapahoe
Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 22, 2023
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) E3084942
Original Principal Amount
$446,200.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$446,200.00
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 10, Block 1, Luna-Maerz Subdivision, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado Purported common address: 4581 South Kalamath Street, Englewood, CO 80110.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY
Elicia Chacon
Paolini
Jessica Alvarez
Jessica Palazzolo
Jessica Paulin
Jill Bonczynski
Joni Fisher
Skeggs
Katherine Molnar
Kathleen DeMars
Other1,338.28
and Other195.15
and Other113.82
and Other41.47
and Other35.51
and Other38.39
and Other59.70
Other161.18
and Other62.71
and Other116.78 Kathryn Brown
Kena Pina
Kristin Byer
and Other123.48
and Other153.77
and Other11.52
THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/26/2025, at The East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.
First Publication: 1/30/2025
Last Publication: 2/27/2025
Name of Publication: Littleton Independent
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 11/22/2024
Michael Westerberg, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado
By: Michael
uses.
Address: 2800 West Chenango Avenue
A copy of the proposed documents may be reviewed in the Community Development Department. Anyone interested in this matter may be heard at the Public Hearing by calling 303.762.2347 or by emailing commdev@ englewoodco.gov 24 hours prior to the public hearing for directions on providing public comment.
By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission
Nancy G. Fenton, Recording Secretary
Legal Notice No. Arap 2189 First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025 Publisher: Englewood Herald Public Notice
OF SHERIDAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Planning Commission of the City of Sheridan will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 19th, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
These meetings will be held in person at the Sheridan Municipal Center 4101 S Federal Blvd. Sheridan, CO 80110. A link to the hearing will also be posted on the City of Sheridan’s website at https://www.ci.sheridan.co.us/ no later than 24 hours prior to the start of the hearing.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit questions, comments, or concerns to the City (contact information below) no later than five days prior to the hearing. For assistance with accessing the hearing or to request accommodations please contact the City of Sheridan Planning and Zoning Department.
Purpose: To review an application for rezoning from the Commercial (COM-C) district to the Business Light-Industrial (BUS-LI) district for property located at 3050 W. Hamilton Pl.
Legal Description: Lot 1 Cronen Subdivision Owner: Peredereyev Sergey Sergeyevich, Peredereyev Irina Pavlovna
City Contact: Ari Zack Snow, Planner Planning and Zoning Department Phone: 303-438-3208 Email: asnow@ci.sheridan.co.us
Legal Notice No. Arap 2058 First Publication: February 6, 2025 Last Publication: February 13, 2025 Publisher: Englewood Herald Public Notice
ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO LE24-003, RANGEVIEW BOX ELDER WELL FIELD 2 / LOCATION AND EXTENT
PROPOSAL: Rangeview Metropolitan District (“Rangeview”) is proposing to construct the Box Elder Creek Well Field 2 project which consists of four horizontal wells, approximately five miles of 24-inch transmission pipeline, and 3,800 feet of 12-inch pipeline that connects the horizontal wells to the 24-inch transmission main. The horizontal wells will allow Rangeview to capture a portion of their water rights in the Box Elder Creek drainage basin and use that water for municipal use. The well field will be located in the S ½ of Section 27 and N ½ of Section 34, Township 5 South, Range 64 West of the 6th Principal Meridian in parcel numbers 2069-00-0-00-020 and 2069-00-0-00-019. The proposed pipeline will follow existing utility corridors from the proposed well field to the existing Lowry Ridge Storage Pond. The property is zoned A-1 and is entirely owned by the Colorado State Land Board. The proposed facilities will be constructed on a Rangeview utility easement granted by the Colorado State Land Board. No new access roads are proposed for the facilities and construction traffic will utilize existing entrances to the parcels off E. Quincy Avenue and County Line Road. No above ground structures are proposed. The new impervious area associated with this project is less than 50 square feet. The total area of disturbance associated with the project is ~24.6 acres and all existing grades will remain the same following pipeline and well construction.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 4, 2025, the Arapahoe County Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 6:30 P.M., or as soon as possible thereafter at 6954 S Lima St., Arapahoe Room, Centennial, CO 80112; at which, all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the above-described LE24-003, Rangeview Box Elder Well Field 2 / Location and Extent. The agenda will typically be posted by the Friday afternoon preceding the hearing and can be viewed on our website at https://arapahoe. legistar.com/Calendar. You can also listen to, or speak at, the meeting by calling 1-855-4363656. To join the speaking queue, press *3 on the telephone keypad.
More information about this proposal is available at the offices of the Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department, Planning Division, 6924 S Lima St., Centennial CO 80112 (please call ahead to schedule an appointment if you plan to walk-in), by calling 720-874-6650, or by emailing planning@ arapahoegov.com during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday).
Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board
Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen Public Notice
ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
To whom it may concern: This notice is given with regard to items in the custody of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that have been released for public auction. The Sheriff’s Office will release numerous items including but not limited to, bicycles, jewelry, audio/ visual equipment, automotive parts, tools, sports equipment (such as camping, rafting, skiing gear, etc.), household goods and other items of personal property to a private auction company identified as Roller Auction. These items will be released for on-line bidding on the last Tuesday of each month. This Auction is open public.
If any citizen believes they have property in the possession of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that can be identified, and for which they can show proof of ownership associated with a written report that has been filed with the Sheriff’s Office prior to this announcement, can contact the evidence section of the Sheriff’s Office.
Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board
Legal Notice No. Arap 2169
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Englewood Herald Littleton Independent and the Centennial Citizen
Metropolitan Districts
Public Notice
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
§1-13.5-501, 1-13.5-1102(3), 32-1-905(2), C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the INVERNESS WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT of DOUGLAS AND ARAPAHOE Counties, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 6th day of MAY, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, 3 directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms. Eligible electors of the INVERNESS WATER AND SANITATION
DISTRICT interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official (DEO):
LAURIE TATLOCK 58 INVERNESS DRIVE EAST, SUITE 100 ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 720-274-8377
The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business on FRIDAY February 28, 2025 (not less than 67 days before the election).
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designatedelectionofficialbythecloseof business on Monday, March 3, 2025 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for an absentee ballot shall be filed with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Tuesday preceding the election, APRIL 29, 2025.
Laurie Tatlock, DEO
Designated Election Official Signature
Legal Notice No. Arap 2186
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
Public Notice
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
§1-13.5-501, 1-13.5-1102(3), 32-1-905(2), C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the INVERNESS METROPOLITAN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT of DOUGLAS AND ARAPAHOE Counties, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 6th day of MAY, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, 3 directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms. Eligible electors of the INVERNESS METROPOLITAN IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official (DEO): LAURIE TATLOCK 58 INVERNESS DRIVE EAST, SUITE 100 ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 720-274-8377
The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business on FRIDAY February 28, 2025, (not less than 67 days before the election).
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by the close of business on Monday, MARCH 3, 2025 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for an absentee ballot shall be filed with the
designated election official no later than the close of business on Tuesday preceding the election, APRIL 29, 2025.
Laurie Tatlock, DEO Designated Election Official Signature
Legal Notice No. No. Arap 2187
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
Public Notice
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
§1-13.5-501, 1-13.5-1102(3), 32-1-905(2), C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the SOUTHGATE AT CENTENNIAL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT of ARAPAHOE County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 6th day of MAY, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, 3 directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms. Eligible electors of the SOUTHGATE AT CENTENNIAL METROPOLITAN
DISTRICT interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official (DEO):
LAURIE TATLOCK 58 INVERNESS DRIVE EAST, SUITE 100 ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 720-274-8377
The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business (5:00 p.m.) on FRIDAY February 28, 2025 (not less than 67 days before the election).
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Monday, MARCH 3, 2025 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for an absentee ballot shall be filed with the designated election official no later than the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Tuesday preceding the election, APRIL 29, 2025.
Laurie Tatlock, DEO
Designated Election Official Signature
Legal Notice No. Arap 2188
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Englewood Herald Public Notice
NOTICE OF VACANCIES ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ORCHARD VALLEY
METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 32-1-808, C.R.S., that two vacancies exist on the Board of Directors of the Orchard Valley Metropolitan District, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Qualified eligible electors of the Orchard Valley Metropolitan District who wish to be considered to fill a vacancy must file a letter of interest within ten days of the date of publication of this notice.
A letter of interest may be filed on or before Sunday, February 23, 2025 with the Board of Directors of the Orchard Valley Metropolitan District, c/o Icenogle Seaver Pogue, P.C., 4725 South Monaco Street, Suite 360, Denver, Colorado 80237.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
ORCHARD VALLEY
METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /s/ Icenogle Seaver Pogue
A Professional Corporation
Legal Notice No. Arap 2168
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
Public Notice
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR SECTION 14 METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly to the electors of the Section 14 Metropolitan District of City and County of Denver and Jefferson County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 1-13.5-501, C.R.S., that an election will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time one (1) Director will be elected to serve a 2-year term to May 4, 2027 and three (3) Directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms to May 8, 2029.
Self-Nomination and Acceptance forms are available from AJ Beckman, the Designated Election Official for the District, at 405 Urban Street, Suite 310, Lakewood, Colorado 80228, Colorado and https://section14md.org/, or email: elections@publicalliancellc.com.
Self-Nomination and Acceptance forms must be filed with the Designated Election Official for the District at the above email address not less than 67 days prior to the election (Friday, February 28, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.). Affidavits of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate must be submitted to the Designated Election Official by the close of business (5:00 p.m. MST) on March 3, 2025, sixty-four (64) days prior to the regular election.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, pursuant to Section 1-13.5-1002, C.R.S., that applications for absentee ballots may be filed with the Designated Election Official of the District at
the above address during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.), until the close of business on the Tuesday immediately preceding the election (Tuesday, April 29, 2025).
All absentee ballots must be returned to the Designated Election Official by 7:00 p.m. on election day.
SECTION 14 METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /s/ AJ Beckman, Designated Election Official
Legal Notice No. Arap 2182
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
HIGHLAND PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly, to the eligible electors of the HIGHLAND PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT ("District") of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the District will conduct a regular election on the 6th day of May 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, (3) three directors will be elected for a 2-year term expiring 2027 and (2) two directors will be elected for a 4-year term expiring in May 2029.
In order to be a candidate for one of the director positions, a qualified individual must submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form. Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the Board of Directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District’s Designated Election Official (DEO) after January 1st, 2025.
Sue Blair, DEO elections@crsofcolorado.com
Community Resource Services of Colorado 7995 East Prentice Avenue, Suite 103E Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Phone: 303-381-4960
Offices Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form must be returned to the Designated Election Official by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025. The form can be emailed to elections@ crsofcolorado.com.
A Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form that is not sufficient may be amended once at any time before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025. Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit correcting an insufficient form if received at 5:00 p.m.
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business on Monday, March 3, 2025.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an application for an absentee ballot may be filed with the Designated Election Official, at the contact information referenced above, no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
HIGHLAND PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
Sue Blair, Designated Election Official
Legal Notice No. Arap 2179
First Publication: February 13, 2025 Last Publication: February 13, 2025 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice CALL FOR NOMINATIONS CHERRY HILLS HEIGHTS WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly, to the eligible electors of the CHERRY HILLS HEIGHTS WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT ("District") of the County of Arapahoe, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the District will conduct a regular election on the 6th day of May 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, (2) two directors will be elected for a 4-year term expiring in May.
In order to be a candidate for one of the director positions, a qualified individual must submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form. Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the Board of Directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District’s Designated Election Official (DEO) after January 1st, 2025.
Sue Blair, DEO elections@crsofcolorado.com
Community Resource Services of Colorado
7995 East Prentice Avenue, Suite 103E Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: 303-381-4960
Offices Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form must be returned to the Designated Election Official by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025. The form can be emailed to elections@ crsofcolorado.com.
A Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form that is not sufficient may be amended once at any time before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025. Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit correcting an insufficient form if received at 5:00 p.m.
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business on Monday, March 3, 2025. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an application for an absentee ballot may be filed with the Designated Election Official, at the contact
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Notice to Creditors
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sharron Jean Dorenkamp, aka Sharron J. Dorenkamp, aka Sharron Dorenkamp, aka Sharon J. Dorenkamp, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30033
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Araphaoe County, Colorado on or before June 13, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Baysore & Christian Fiduciary Services, LLC Personal Representative By Shane Oltmanns
7000 E Belleview Ave., STE 150 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Legal Notice No. Arap 2181
First Publication: February 13, 2025
deliver the remainder of the payment. All extensions will be for 15-day increments for a fee of $500.00, paid in advance. The extension fee shall be paid in the form of certified funds or a cashier's check made payable to the Secretary of HUD. If the higher bidder closes the sale prior to the expiration of any extension period, the unused portion of the extension fee shall be applied toward the amount due.
If the high bidder is unable to close the sale within the required period, or within any extensions of time granted by the Secretary, the high bidder may be required to forfeit the cash deposit, or at the election of the Foreclosure Commissioner after consultation with the HUD representative, will be liable to HUD for any costs incurred as a result of such failure.
The Commissioner may, at the direction of the HUD representative, offer the property to the second highest bidder for an amount equal to the highest price offered by that bidder.
There is no right of redemption, or right of possession based upon a right of redemption, in the mortgagor or others subsequent to a foreclosure completed pursuant to the Act. Therefore, the Foreclosure Commissioner will issue a Deed to the purchaser(s) upon receipt of the entire purchase price in accordance with the terms of the sale as provided herein, HUD does not guarantee that the property will be vacant.
The scheduled foreclosure sale shall be cancelled or adjourned if it is established, by documented written application of the mortgagor to the Foreclosure Commissioner no less than three (3) days before the date of sale, or otherwise, that the default or defaults upon which the foreclosure is based did not exist a the time of service of this Notice of Default and Foreclosure Sale, or all amounts due under the mortgage agreement are tendered to the Foreclosure Commissioner, in the form of certified funds or a cashier's check payable to the Secretary of HUD, before the public auction of the property is completed.
The amount that must be paid if the mortgage is to be reinstated prior to the scheduled sale is $649,626.99 as of February 18, 2025 plus all other amounts that would be due under the mortgage agreement if payments under the deed of trust had not been accelerated, advertising costs and postage expenses incurred in giving notice, mileage by the most reasonable road distance for posing notices and for the Foreclosure Commissioner's attendance at the sale, reasonable and customary costs incurred for
Last Publication: February 27, 2025 Publisher: Littleton Independent
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Don Robert Thomsen, aka Don R. Thomsen, aka Don Thomsen, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31347
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Theresa M. Moore, Attorney for the Personal Representative 333 W. Hampden Ave., Ste. 420-G Englewood, CO 80110
Legal Notice No. Arap 2129
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Englewood Herald
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF ANNEMIE SPANN, Deceased, Case Number: 2024PR31260
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to Probate Court of the District Court, Arapahoe County, State of Colorado on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Shelley Thompson, Esq. on behalf of the Personal Representative for the Estate of Annemie Spann Law Office of Shelley Thompson 6400 S. Fiddlers Green Circle, #300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (720) 716-5677
Legal Notice No. Arap 2124
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Englewood Herald Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Gisela Christa Geuther, aka Gisela C. Geuther, and/or Gisela Geuther and/or Gisela A. Geuther, Deceased Case Number: 24PR31343
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 30, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Gabriela Callan, Personal Representative c/o Branaugh Law Offices, P.C. 8700 Ralston Road Arvada, CO 80002
Legal Notice No. Arap 2096
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of DAVID KHUU, AKA DAVID XIEU KHUU, AKA DAVID X. KHUU Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30819
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 30, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jonathan P. Shultz, Attorney for Personal Representative 19751 E Mainstreet, Suite 200 Parker, CO 80138
Legal Notice No. Arap 2111
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Joseph Alsvary, Deceased Case Number: 2024-PR-31093
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Carolyn Alsvary, a/k/a Carrie Alsvary
Personal Representative
c/o Caryn McGraw Turner, Esq. McGraw Law PLLC
3900 E Mexico Ave, #300, Denver, CO 80210
Phone Number: 720.314.8419
E-mail: caryn@mcgrawlawpllc.com
Legal Notice No. Arap 2104
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Hugh Worthington Hilleary a/k/a Hugh W. Hilleary a/k/a Hugh Hilleary, Deceased Case Number: 2025 PR 030043
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 13, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Denise Ann Chinburg
Personal Representative
c/o Mollie B. Hawes Miller & Steiert, P.C. 1901 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, CO 80120
Legal Notice No.Arap100
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
ESTATE OF JUNE LARSON LEWIS, a/k/a JUNE L. LEWIS, a/k/a JUNE LEWIS, Deceased, Case Number: 2025PR30031
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to Probate Court of the Arapahoe County District Court, State of Colorado on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Shelley Thompson, Esq. on behalf of the Personal Representative for the Estate of June Larson Lewis
Law Office of Shelley Thompson
6400 S. Fiddlers Green Circle, #300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (720) 716-5677
Legal Notice No. Arap 2125
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Englewood Herald Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of ROBERT LINCOLN WOOD, a/k/a ROBERT L. WOOD, a/k/a ROBERT WOOD, a/k/a BOB WOOD, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30093
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of ARAPAHOE, County, Colorado on or before June 20, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Charles E. Longtine
Charles E. Longtine, P.C.
Attorney to the Personal Representative 9035 Wadsworth Parkway, Suite 2500 Westminster, CO 80021
Legal Notice No. Arap 2159
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Steve J. Tomlin, a/k/a Steve Tomlin, a/k/a Steve Jackson Tomlin, a/k/a Stephen Jackson Tomlin, Deceased Case Number 2025PR30062
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 13, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Stephen Craig Tomlin, Personal Representative
c/o M. Carl Glatstein, Esq. Glatstein & O'Brien, LLP 2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Ste 350 Denver, Colorado 80222
Legal Notice No. Arap 2177
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Samuel Gene Murray, a/k/a Samuel G. Murray, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 031232
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jason Murray, Personal Representative c/o The Weikel Law Firm, 1901 W. Littleton Blvd., #208 Littleton, CO 80120
Legal Notice No. Arap 2118
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
District Court , Arapahoe County, Colorado 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112
Inthe Matter of the Estate of: Ollie Daniels a/k/a Ollie O. Daniels
Attorney: Hilary B. Bloom, Esq. Fox Rothschild LLP 1225 17th Street, Suite 2200, Denver, CO 80202
Phone Number: (303) 292-1200
E-mail: hbloom@foxrothschild.com
FAX Number: (303) 292-1300
Attv. Reg. #: 36330 Case Number: 24PR031122 Division CLX
NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO § 15-10-401, C.R.S. To: Anita Daniels
Last Known Address, if any: N/A
A hearing on Petition for Formal Probate and Formal Appointment of Personal Representative for the Will of Ollie Daniels a/k/a Ollie O. Daniels to be admitted to probate and Brien Foster to be appointed as personal representative of the Estate of Ollie Daniels a/k/a Ollie O. Daniels.
will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:
Date: 03/04/2025Time: 8:00 am
Courtroom or Division: CLX
Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112
The hearing will take approximately 30 minutes.
Legal Notice No. Arap 2112
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Judith Lehel, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31221
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 31, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Name of person giving notice: Todd M. Elenz, Esq. 1041 Lincoln Ave Ste 314 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
Attorney for the Personal Representative
Legal Notice No. Arap 2105
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of PAULA NADINE ANDERSON, a.k.a. PAULA N. ANDERSON, a.k.a. PAULA ANDERSON, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 31377
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Arapahoe County District Court, Centennial, Colorado, on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
KEITH EWER, Personal Representative 6736 Union Street Arvada, Colorado 80004
Telephone: 303-204-7540
Legal Notice No. Arap 2134
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Louis F. Mraz, Jr., a/k/a Louis Franklin Mraz, Jr., Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030045
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Andrea L. Mraz Esposito and Michael K. Mraz, Co-Personal Representatives c/o Seth M. Katz, Esq., Reg. No. 34888 KATZ, LOOK & ONORATO, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver. Colorado 80203
Attorney for Person Giving Notice
Legal Notice No. Arap 2127
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Englewood Herald Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of ROBERT L. RICHARDSON, also known as ROBERT LAWRENCE RICHARDSON and ROBERT RICHARDSON, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30016
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 30, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Marvin L. Richardson
Personal Representative 5047 S. Flanders Court Centennial, CO 80015
Legal Notice No. Arap 2092
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mark Habenicht, aka Mark T. Habenicht, aka Mark Tyrone Habenicht, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 031099
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Samantha Habenicht
Personal Representative c/o Pearman Law Firm 4195 Wadsworth Blvd Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Legal Notice No. Arap100
First Publication: February 6, 2025 Last Publication: February 20, 2025 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Gaspar P.R. Butvilofsky, also known as Gaspar P. Butvilofsky, also known as Gaspar Butvilofsky, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030047
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 13, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Rachelle Snyder Personal Representative 11420 Random Valley Cir Parker, Colorado 80134
Legal Notice No. Arap 2178
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Deborah Kay Epler Hoyt, a/k/a Deborah Kay Hoyt, a/k/a Deborah K. Hoyt, a/k/a Deborah Hoyt, Deceased. Deceased Case No:. 2025PR030105
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 14, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
James David Over Personal Representative c/o Brian Landy, Attorney 4201 E. Yale Ave., Suite 110 Denver, CO 80222
Legal Notice No. Arap 2192
First Publication: February 13, 2025 Last Publication: February 27, 2025 Publisher: Littleton Independent Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Susan Knox, Deceased Case Number 24PR31368
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred. Tamra A. Palmer Attorney to the Personal Representative c/o 6060 Greenwood Plaza Blvd #200 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Notice No.
Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on December 30, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of FRANCIS ADDAI be changed to TONY OSEI ASIBBEY Case No.: 24C101210
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2089
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025 Publisher: Littleton Independent
NOTICE
Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 27, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Jacqueline Pettis be changed to Jacqueline Perez Case No.: 25C100068
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2163
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 8, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Gypsy Dayanara Robles be changed to Patricia GypsyDayanara Hernandez-Robles Case No.: 24C101164
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2097
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 17, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Christine Angelica Hernandez Vinglas be changed to Christine Angelica Hernandez Case No.: 25C100040
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2121
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 16, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Kendahl Lynn Lambert be changed to Kendahl Lynn Karge Case No.: 25C100032
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2114
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 2, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Tydai Nikey Hatchett Redwood be changed to Ithai Ehud Ben Israel Case No.: 24C101215
By: Kim Boswell
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2099
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 24, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Kara Ann Schar be changed to Kara Ann Schwartz Case No.: 25C100066
By: Judge
Legal Notice No. Arap 2158
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 27, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Corinna Antoinette Pabon be changed to Corinna Antoinette Gonzalez Case No.: 25 C 100076
By: Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap101
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on December 10, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Loyed Aman Mohammed be changed to Loyed Yedidya Aman Case No.: 24C101151
By: Kim Boswell
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2094
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 27, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Carlos Aaron Hernandez be changed to Aaron Lugo Case No.: 25C100069
By: Kim Boswell
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No.: Arap 2166
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on December 27, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Sophia Madeline Oliver be changed to Madden Cade Oliver Case No.: 24C101195
By: Kim Boswell
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2098
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 24, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Saige TK Lafferty be changed to Saige Elias Ornelas Case No.: 25C100062
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2174
First Publication: February 13, 2025
Last Publication: February 27, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 2, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Jordan Dean Harris be changed to Jaylahni Adeyemi Dior Case No.: 24C101148
By: Sarah Ingemansen
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2095
First Publication: January 23, 2025
Last Publication: February 6, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 24, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Nevaeh Anne Gabirel be changed to Nevaeh Anne Gabriel Cox Case No.: 2024PR31081
By: Judge H. Clay Hurst
Legal Notice No. Arap 2143
First Publication: February 6, 2025
Last Publication: February 20, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on December 5, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Averi Elizabeth Strohbusch be changed to Averi Elizabeth Clements Case No.: 2024CV340
By: Elana Johnson Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2109
First Publication: January 30, 2025
Last Publication: February 13, 2025
Publisher: Littleton Independent
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on January 22, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court.
The petition requests that the name of Olivia Ewert be changed to Olivia Kay Daily Case No.: 25C100059
By: Kim Boswell
Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. Arap 2160
First Publication: February 13, 2025
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