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Jeffco commissioners reject part of zoning request; community declares victory BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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Linnea Hauser, vice president of the Dinosaur Ridge Neighbors group, called the conclusion of a 10-hour public hearing about a proposed car dealership near the wellknown paleontology site in Jefferson County a victory for the people. “It shows,” she said of the months of opposition rallies and efforts to spread public knowledge of the rezone proposal, that “grassroots movements can be successful.” After listening to public comment from many of the more than 200 people at the Jan. 17 hearing, Jefferson County commissioners voted 2-1 against allowing the car dealership to be built in the area commonly referred to as Rooney Valley. It is obvious the community is against a car dealership, specifically, said Commissioner Casey Tighe. “The current (permitted) uses are listed,” he said, and “the public is comfortable with those current uses.” County records show the properties were rezoned in 2007 from residential and agricultural to a corridor district that allows for commercial development. SEE DINOSAUR, P9

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Jeffco school Board to make difficult budget decisions STAFF REPORT

The Jefferson County Board of Education will soon be making tough budget decisions. With the failure of the 3A/3B ballot measures in November and limited state revenue for K-12 education, Jeffco Public Schools is forced to set priorities based on what is best for students and then reallocate resources to meet those priorities. To do this, the board is seeking community input. Residents are directed

to visit jeffcoschools.citizenbudget. com/ to learn about the issues and options, then weigh in on those options. There will also be telephone town hall meetings on Feb.1 and Feb. 7 about the budget. Residents can call 855-312-2107 at 6 p.m. or 7 p.m. Below is the tentative budget timeline with public input opportunities denoted (*). Dates may change as the process moves forward. Jan. 21−Feb. 10: The online budget tool at jeffcoschools.citizenbudget.

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com/ is open to gather input from the public on priority recommendations for the 2017/18 budget* Jan. 26: 2017/18 Budget Overview with Cabinet reallocation recommendations, and facilities update including sixth grade moves and possible school closures at BOE meeting Feb. 1: Telephone town hall meetings at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Call 855-3312-2107* Feb. 7: Telephone town hall meetings at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Call 855-3312-2107* March 16: Study session on 2017/18

Budget including reports from the District Accountability Committee and community online budget tool results; BOE direction to staff anticipated c April 20: Special BOE meeting with r Public Hearing for 2017/18 Proposed d budget and legislative update* May 4: Anticipated 2017/18 Budget c adoption/appropriation at BOE meet- M ing* For more information and the latest t budget updates , visit www.jeffcopub- “ licschools.org. n h

JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY

Traffic detectives from the Lakewood Police Department and the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office have identified Jessica Lynn Prue, 31, as the woman who died on Jan. 18 in a traffic accident on Highway 285 near Kipling Street. The accident occurred shortly after 9:30 a.m. and resulted in the temporary closure of all eastbound lanes as well as one westbound lane. Prue’s Honda sedan was westbound on Highway 285 when it crossed the median and impacted an eastbound GMC Acadia. Prue was pronounced dead on scene. The female driver of the GMC was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Traffic detectives did not have an apparent indication that drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash. They will however await results of toxicology tests before making a final determination. Anyone who feels they may have information that would assist detectives in their investigation is asked to call the Lakewood Police Department at 303-9877111.

Free legal advice on elder law Jefferson County is offering free legal advice concerning elder law or probate matters from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 27 in Room 2040 on the second floor of the Jefferson County Administration and Court Facility, 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden. The service is offered to anybody who is not represented by a lawyer. Topics available for discussion include trusts, estates, wills including probate with and without a will, guardianships, conservatorships and powers of attorney. The event is available on the second and fourth Fridays of every month, excluding holidays. People will be taken on a first come, first served basis and the clinic ends promptly at noon. Holiday tree recycling County residents have until Jan. 31 to drop off

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Finding everyday inspiration in Lakewood BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

As one of the metro area’s largest cities, Lakewood is home to countless residents, businesses and organizations doing good works for their neighbors. Most of these good Samaritans receive no recognition for their efforts, but Mayor Adam Paul wants to change this. “There are a lot of folks in Lakewood that we all know about,” Paul explained. “The idea is to honor folks who see a need in the community and step up to help.” In that spirit the city has announced it is accepting nominations for the inaugural Mayor’s Inspiration Award.

Any individual, organization or business that is making a contribution to the Lakewood community is eligible. “This award was created by the Advisory Commission for an Inclusive Community (ACIC) to celebrate our residents,” said Angela Cline, citizen outreach specialist with the city. “In discussions, we kept coming back to the word ‘inspiration,’ and that’s what we wanted to focus on.” For this first year, the idea is to keep the awards broad and open. There is not a specific number of awards available, and multiple awards could be given in each of the following categories: youth — any individual younger than 18; individual — any person 18-years-old or

older; neighborhood — including those that do not have a designated neighborhood organization or homeowners’ association; business — any business with a Lakewood sales tax license; civic association — any association or service organization including Kiwanis, Elks, Rotary and Boy and Girl Scouts; and organization — any organization that does not fit into another category. “We’re looking for the unsung heroes,” Cline said. “We’re looking for a diversity of nominations. Anyone who has done something inspiring, we want to hear about it.” Residents can submit nominations through Feb. 10 at Lakewood.org/MayorsAwards. Residents can also email a

nomination (including in video form) to at angcli@lakewood.org or mail it to her attention at City Hall, 480 S. Allison Parkway, 80226. Winners will be selected in March, and an awards ceremony and presentation will take place in the spring. A committee made up of city staff and residents will make recommendations, but Paul will make the final selection on the winners. “Sometimes it feels good to have someone to say thank you,” Paul said. “And I hope that through this recognition, it will inspire others. We want the spirit to catch on in the community.” Resident questions can be directed to Cline at 303-987-7098.

In This Internet Age, What’s the Future of the Broker-Centric Real Estate Model?

When I got my real estate license back in In real estate, over 90% of buyers do their 2003, web-based software was just starting own house hunting online, and sellers can to take hold. There were still vestiges of the list their homes online for little or no money, “old school” around, best typified by the so one wonders whether real estate brokers bound books of listings which REAL ESTATE will go the way of the travel were still being printed and used agents. TODAY by some long-time brokers. There are good reasons why It wasn’t until a few years later the answer is “no.” Although there that the printed books were discontinue to be off-MLS sales of continued and the older brokers real estate — as there were beeither retired or came kicking fore the Internet — people still and screaming into the 21st prefer to hire a professional on Century. both sides of the real estate Then the iPhone was introtransaction. After all, it’s a far duced in 2007 — 10 years ago more complicated process than this month. I’ve been reading buying a car or refrigerator, and Thomas Friedman’s latest book, unless you buy and sell homes in which he devotes a chapter to By JIM SMITH, frequently, there’s a lot you simp® Realtor “What the Hell Happened in ly don’t know about the process. 2007?” Facebook had just opened to nonJust last weekend, a first-time homebuying college students and started to scale global- couple came to our office, curious about, if ly. Twitter was created in 2007 and Google not overwhelmed by, the process ahead of launched Android. Kindle was introduced that them in moving from renting to home owneryear. Airbnb was created. So was LinkedIn. ship. As I answered their questions, I was According to Friedman, 2007 was “the begin- reminded of just how much I have learned ning of an exponential rise in solar energy, about real estate that I didn’t know before I wind, biofuels, LED lighting, energy efficient entered the business — although I had purbuildings, and the electrification of vehicles.” chased and sold a half dozen properties in Now, 10 years later, we’re in a different New York, Hawaii and Colorado before beworld. Travel agents have been decimated coming a Realtor. Experience does count! by the public’s ability to book their own travel, But sellers finding buyers is not all that real and online purchases are threatening brick estate transactions are about. That’s only and mortar stores, and cutting into the sales the beginning. Once you find each other, a tax revenues of local jurisdictions. whole series of challenges and tasks lie

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ahead. In previous columns, which you can read at www.JimSmithColumns.com, I’ve shared my strategies, developed in recent years, for buyers and sellers to succeed in this highly competitive sellers market. But, again, that’s only the beginning of a long process in which an experienced broker like the ones at Golden Real Estate can help both buyer and seller get under contract and reach the closing table without problems. For the seller, nothing can take the place of Centralized Showing Service, which is only available through a licensed agent. Yes, you can buy a lockbox at any hardware store, but you need CSS to grant showings only to licensed agents and not to people pretending to be licensed agents. Only licensed agents are fingerprinted and subject to criminal background checks. CSS also has an automated system to collect and send sellers feedback from showing agents. The first big hurdle after going under contract is inspection. Buyers need help finding a trusted inspector, especially here in Colora-

do, which has yet to license that profession. Then both parties need help reaching resolution on which reported issues the seller will and will not address. I could write an entire column on this subject. There are legal requirements regarding HOA documents to be provided as well as lead-based paint hazards in homes built prior to 1978. In the latter case, failure to complete the proper disclosure at the proper time can result in a 5-figure fine. There are other times between contract and closing when an experienced real estate professional adds value, not to mention such benefits as, in the case of Golden Real Estate, our free moving trucks and packing materials. Buyers typically don’t pay for professional representation, because their agent gets a split of the listing commission paid by the seller. Moreover, if you have a home to sell, you can negotiate a lower commission on the sale of your own home if you allow your agent to earn a commission when you buy.

Updated Applewood Home Has New 2-Car Garage There are lots of updates you'll appreciate in this Applewood ranch at 2571 Beech Court, starting with the detached 2-car garage with workshop. Two main-floor bedrooms were merged to create a generous sized master suite with one of the biggest walk-in closets you'll find anywhere. The fully finished basement includes a 3rd bedroom and 3/4 bath, plus a huge family room with equally impressive wet bar. Walls were removed to create a large, updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances (all included), open to a large living room with gas fireplace. The original 1-car attached garage has been adapted into extra living space, heated by safe-touch electric baseboard units. The backyard features a covered deck and new privacy fencing. View a narrated video tour at www.ApplewoodHome.info, then call your agent or me at 303-525-1851 for a private showing. I’ll be holding it open on Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Lakewood’s mechanics keep vehicles on the road From snow plows to police cars, all 650 vehicles repaired under one roof BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

If it has wheels and is owned by the City of Lakewood, it’s kept on the road by the city’s Fleet Management Division. From a City of Lakewood plow clearing a snowy street to a police car racing to a crime scene, the eight mechanics of Fleet Management make sure the city’s vehicles are ready for the job at hand. “We do all of our work out of one facility, and that’s where we repair all 650 vehicles owned by the city,” said Nina Hoffert, Lakewood’s fleet manager. “Our charge is to acquire vehicles, run necessary maintenance and manage our facility.” Fleet management is housed in a 10-bay building at 1050 Quail St., where snow plows are put onto trucks, police vehicles are outfitted with the latest technology and street sweepers are rigged to take on the various conditions of the city’s roadways. “What we’re doing here really depends on the day,” said Ramon Montoya, fleet supervisor. “During the snowy season we’re in now, we’re often coordinating our plows to get them out

Winter is a busy time of year for Lakewood’s fleet management division. Mechanics constantly work at maintaining snow plows and keeping trucks running. PHOTOS BY CLARKE READER

on the streets, and there is the constant flow of police cars that need work.” When a vehicle racks up about 120,000 miles, Hoffert and staff start thinking about replacing it. But actual replacement time always depends on the vehicle’s condition. “Fleet replacing is a skill and an art,” Hoffert said. “You don’t want to let a vehicle get too old, but you also don’t want to replace it when there’s still life in it.” One of the keys to the division’s success is having mechanics who can comfortably work on any vehicle or piece of equipment, Hoffert said. In that spirit, the division recently earned

the Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of vehicle repair and service. To be eligible for the recognition, a company must have 75 percent of its automotive professionals ASEcertified, and each area of service must have a certified technician. “The city has never received this award before, so that makes the recognition mean that much more,” Hoffert said. “Being ASE-certified makes us more accountable and proves we’re willing to go the extra mile.”

While mechanics can work on any vehicle, many have specialties and favorites. “I like working on trucks and big equipment,” mechanic Jerry Johnston said. “It’s been a good place to work, and I like the people I work with.” With so many vehicles owned by Lakewood, there is always a project to start or repairs to make. Winter is a particularly busy time, with snow plows often in need of cleaning or repairs. The variety of daily tasks is one of employees’ favorite things about working in fleet management, new mechanic Jordan Tuton said. “I like the fact that I’m always busy when I’m here,” he said. “Every time I come into work I learn something new.”

Lakewood fleet mechanic Jordan Tuton works on one of the city’s 650 vehicles at the fleet management facility on Quail Street.

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Legislator aims to protect Colorado’s minorities Salazar working on a bill to challenge federal changes BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

During his election campaign, President Donald Trump spoke often about deportation plans for undocumented immigrants and keeping a close eye on the Islamic community. But after Trump’s win in November, police departments in cities like Denver and Aurora said they will not enforce federal immigration Salazar laws, and Boulder’s city council unanimously voted to declare itself a sanctuary city. Now state Rep. Joe Salazar, DThornton, is considering similar legislation for the entire state. “What I’m considering isn’t a sanctuary measure, but rather about protecting the states’ rights,” he said. “I want Colorado to be proactive instead of reactive.” The bill Salazar is proposing is still being fine-tuned, and he doesn’t have a timeline for when it will be introduced. The measure is tentatively called “The Ralph Carr Freedom Defense Act” after the late Colorado governor who spoke in defense of Japanese-Americans facing internment during World War II. In its current form, the bill would stop state, cities, counties and law enforcement agencies from providing

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In the Ralph Carr Freedom Defense Act’s current form, the bill does the following: • Prohibits a state or political subdivision from providing the race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status or religious aﬃliation of a Colorado resident to the federal government for any illegal or unconstitutional purpose;

• Prohibits assisting the federal government or a federal agency in marking or otherwise placing a physical or electronic identiﬁer on a person based on his or her race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status or religious aﬃliation;

• Prohibits any assistance to the federal government to create a registry for Colorado residents based on race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status or religious aﬃliation;

• Prohibits aiding or assisting, including using state or local lands or resources, the federal government in interning a person based on his or her race, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status or religious aﬃliation.

information about the race, ethnicity, immigration status or religious affiliation of Colorado residents to the federal government for deportation or tracking purposes. Protecting the rights of all citizens, regardless of their background, has gained renewed importance to many minority communities not just in Colorado, but in the entire country. On Jan. 17, the Latino Democratic caucus — which includes Salazar and Senate Democratic Leader Lucia Guzman, Assistant Minority Leader Leroy Garcia, Sen. Irene Aguilar, Sen. Dominick Moreno, Speaker of the House Crisanta Duran, Rep. Adrienne Benavidez, Rep. Dan Pabon and Rep. Donald Valdez — released a statement about the importance of protection. “Nationally, over 900 suspected hate incidents have been reported, including several in our state,” the statement said. “Many people

are also worried about potential changes that would impact people of color, immigrants, Muslims, women, members of the LGBTQ community and the environment.” The statement ends with a pledge that “Colorado does not endorse hate. We will do everything we can to protect the rights of all of our residents and to defend against any efforts that seek to harm our communities.” The sentiments are echoed by area organizations like the Golden Relief Group, an advocacy group for refugees and immigrants. “It’s about the basic feeling of our common humanity,” said Golden resident Judy Denison, a leader in the group. “If we’re not going to be good to the poor and huddled masses, we might as well tear down the Statue of Liberty.”

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In a statement from the Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Department, the organization says it will continue to honor all judicially reviewed warrants, and if federal law changes under the new administration, the Jeffco sheriff ’s office will honor the law. Currently the Jeffco sheriff ’s office does not have the authority to enforce federal immigration laws, so deputies would need probable cause to pursue someone prior to an immigration arrest. But, the names of individuals or suspects are run through national databases upon contact with patrol deputies, so if there is a court authorized warrant for an illegal immigrant from homeland security or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Jeffco sheriff ’s office will arrest the individual. Inmates housed in the Jeffco jail are under the sheriff ’s jurisdiction while they are detained. There are internal policies and procedures in place to notify ICE of pending releases for potential immigration violators. In addition, the detentions facility routinely shares arrest information and release notification for potential immigration violators with ICE, and the sheriff ’s office will hold on to someone if ICE has made a hold request that have been judicially reviewed and signed by a judge.

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Lakewood hosts hands-on history tour as part of AHA event BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Historians from all over the country spent a weekend in Denver in early January, and one of the many gems they had the opportunity see was Lakewood’s West Colfax area. The American Historical Association has been hosting annual meetings nearly every year since 1884, but until this January, Denver never hosted one of the meetings. That changed on the snowy weekend of Jan. 6, when about 3,700 professional historians came to the Mile High City to share research, teaching strategies and network. “The 2017 program focused on the

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theme of historical scale — examining history at everything from the microscopic level to the broadest level of historical epochs,” wrote Dr. Jane Green, marketing and public relations manager with the Historical Association. “Historians also reflected on political history and the meaning of the 2016 presidential election.” Denver was picked to host this year’s event for geographic diversity, and because the city has emerged as a regional hub for transportation and culture, she added. The event included optional tours to different historical corridors and sites around the metro area, and one of those tours was of Lakewood, hosted by locals Bob and Kris Autobee, of

the cultural resources firm Autobee & Autobee. The Autobees spent the past two years researching and surveying a five-mile stretch of West Colfax for Colorado’s State Historic Fund. The tour promised to shed some light on “Colorado’s Main Street” and the “Most Wickedest Street in America,” and the Autobees traced how farmers, tubercular patients, innkeepers, and used-car salesmen built this thoroughfare. “We spoke about the history the Mountair neighborhood, the motels along West Colfax, the Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design, and Western Federal Savings (now Golden Music),” Bob said. “Participants also rode the W Line from the Oak Street

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Council continues Rooney Valley discussion to Feb. 6 updated Rooney Valley master plan, which governs development of 990 acres that are jointly managed by Lakewood and the Town of Morrison. The next meeting will be Feb. 6. It will not include public comment. Councilmembers asked for clari-

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use decisions and public investment. Lakewood and Morrison have revised the Rooney Valley Intergovernmental Agreement to simplify the area’s development process. Lakewood City Council was originally scheduled to vote on the updated plan in early December. During public comment, residents criticized the plan’s inconsistencies and what they described as lack of information and forethought. They also said they wanted to ensure any development is of the highest quality. “There are a number of problems with the master plan that require further study,” said Lakewood resident Barbara Engemoen. “This type of development plan should at the least have a citizen advisory council. All of us are impacted by increased development.” The only person to support the master plan was Joe Margotte, owner of Chicago Style Beef and Dogs at 6680 W. Colfax Ave. “We’re smothering Lakewood. It’s not being shown as a welcoming city,” he said. “The big major players don’t visit us — they go to Aurora, or they go to Broomfield. There’s so much negativism here. Every project brought before this place is condemned by a vocal minority, which has hurt us.”

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The proposed rezone concerns the west side of the C-470 and Alameda interchange on properties that surround the Dinosaur Ridge Visitor Center on three sides. The actual track site is a few miles away. Two properties are involved — one is a 40.5-acre parcel on the northwest corner, and the other is a 30-acre parcel on the southeast corner. Rezone proposals for the two properties are being handled by the county as separate cases. The rezone proposal for the northwest quadrant was the site of the proposed dealership. What commissioners thought On Dec. 8, the Jefferson County Planning Commission approved with conditions the rezone proposal application that included the car dealership. Conditions mainly concerned lighting and parking. At the Jan. 17 meeting, each commissioner took a different stance. Tighe wanted to deny the rezone application — a decision he admittedly said he may regret in future years. But Tighe said he believes the developer has integrity and would take into consideration any compatibility issues with future development. Commissioner Donald Rosier wanted to approve the rezone application. Approving the rezone for a car dealership would leave no room for uncertainty, he said. If auto is approved, it will be developed there, but if it is not approved, any number of things — with fewer restric-

tions — could be built there. There is an opportunity to address all the concerns right now, Rosier said, and a denial of the application might lead to a missed opportunity to do that. Commissioner Libby Szabo proposed a substitute motion to further modify the application. Tighe agreed, and the motion was approved by a 2-1 vote. The modified rezoning application will be back before the commissioners on Jan. 31. Szabo’s motion removes the auto dealership, but still allows other development included in the application such as hotels, motels, gas and service stations. These would be in addition to the uses the land is currently zoned for — a variety of commercial and light industrial uses such as office buildings, retail, banks, restaurants, medical supply/drugstores and laboratories. The owners and applicants from Three Dinos are still discussing what to do with the application moving forward, said Sean Maley with CRL Associates, which has been working with Three Dinos on the application. “We are questioning whether it makes sense to rezone,” he said, “given all of the additional restrictions and requirements on lighting, signage, setbacks and hours of operation.” The auto component was the driver behind it all, so it may be decided to go back to what the area is currently zoned for, Maley said. A lot of effort went into the application, he added. “We thought the application, its restrictions and the financial offer to Dinosaur Ridge was truly a good thing for the county,” Maley said.

Community ‘will be right on top of it’ Opposition to the northeast parcel rezoning sparked months of opposition from some community members including a Jan. 11 rally that drew dozens outside the Jefferson County courts and administration building. Although the Dinosaur Ridge Visitor’s Center is not part of the rezoning proposal, its proximity is what most concerned activists. Dinosaur Ridge Neighbors will be paying close attention to all the land use proposals that come up for the properties, Hauser said. “Whatever comes along in the future will be well-inspected,” she said. “And opposition will be taken if need be. We’ll be right on top of it.” People come from all over the world to visit Dinosaur Ridge, said Heidi Quist of Centennial. It is a tremendous educational resource recognized by the Smithsonian, she added. “To take the chance of damaging any of that is foolish,” Quist said at the rally. The Jan. 11 rally was organized by a local activist group called Dinosaur Ridge Neighbors that formed in late March to provide information about the rezoning and to oppose it. Efforts included putting on community meetings with the slogan “Save Dinosaur Ridge,” a letter-writing campaign and an online petition at www.change.org that had nearly 3,000 signatures as of Jan. 16. “We cannot, in good conscience, encroach upon this multiuse ecosystem. It is irreplaceable,” said Meg York, a homeowner on Green Mountain in Lakewood. “We need to safeguard this site. Not just for local pride, but out of global responsibility.”

Dinosaur Ridge Neighbors will be paying close attention to all the land use proposals that come up for the properties, Hauser said. “Whatever comes along in the future will be well-inspected,” she said. “And opposition will be taken if need be. We’ll be right on top of it.”

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magine the scene: a man, at the pinnacle of achievement, about to receive the greatest honor a man can receive, walking out of his hotel room, wearing a borrowed coat, and borrowed hat, shuffling along the street hunched over, to hide his unusual height. At the end of his walk, he boards a train, entering from the back, so nobody would see him, ushered in by one of his few trusted friends. His destination? Another train, in a city that would require another furtive excursion. Why the secrecy? Because this man’s security had determined that some of the many death threats against the man were

credible, and he had good reason to be scared that he would be assassinated… Before taking the oath of the office of the President of the United States. Or picture another scene, a little further back in time. A man, the most respected man in the country, rolling his eyes and rubbing his temples — again — because two of his most trusted advisers were at each others’ throats — again — in a staff meeting. These advisers, both men of extraordinary abilities, both with long records of great service to their country, so passionate about their beliefs that they refused to even try to find common ground. And the

man, finally putting his foot down to hush them, knowing full well that as soon as they left the room, they would both scurry off to friends of theirs in the press to publish lengthy, inflammatory, and sometimes scurrilous diatribes against the other. Eventually the acrimony would get so bad that both advisers would quit their jobs (but not their writing about the other), and the man’s final act would be to caution the country about the dangers of splitting into factions. Of course, the two men I’m talking about are two of the most revered, respected men

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n December, the Dalai Lama spoke during the Emory-Tibet Symposium of Scholars and Scientists at the Drepung Monastic University in India. According to Atlanta-based Emory University, “the ultimate goal of the symposium is to build a bridge between two complementary systems of knowledge.” Why am I quoting the Emory-Tibet Symposium? Because

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of what the Dalai Lama said there, in an interview with CNN. Although His Holiness considers America the “leading nation of the free world,” the Dalai Lama also acknowledged that our country is a democracy where the “power is divided.” Yes, ours is a country divided — rather than shared SEE DORAY, P19

A kick in the caboose Many of us from the north and northwestern suburbs worked hard for FastTrack in 2004. It passed handily. Since then, and despite many promises, we have received nothing in our communities but a nonstop train from Westminster to Denver Union Station. (Given the tremendous parking problems in LoDo downtown, we strongly recommend using that service, especially since there is plenty of parking spaces in the Westminster’s huge garage and around it, the fare is well under $3 and the ride downtown takes just eleven minutes!) Meanwhile RTD light rail service has grown and very well serves the south suburbs and routes to the East and out to DIA. But now we learn that the trains promised for Arvada, Wheat Ridge, and other places is once again INDEFINITELY delayed. The reason, half explained to the media, is that Denver Transit Partners and RTD have determined that they are trying to develop a radio computer system that combines cross road gates and flashers and gates with something called “positive train control” (PTC) designed, to put it simply, to stop trains when engineers fail to slow or stop properly. This PTC system has been approved, but delayed due to expenses and technical problems nationally. But why are we delayed many months in having our commuter service when a decades old method of gate signals, which could be operational in a few weeks is possible? We’ve joked (in a way) for years that

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we should have a class action suit regarding “taxation without representation!” The track is ready, parking facilities are there or close. We should have our trains taking us downtown in a matter of minutes, this spring, but who knows? To put it in language RTD and Denver Transit Partners will understand, We want our trains now! Ron and Betty Vander Kooi, Arvada

McMinimee did his job Jeffco Superintendent Dan McMinimee is likely one of the best in Colorado. He is not only trusted by taxpayers and parents alike, he’s inspirational to youth. He has accommodated the current school board while managing the day-to-day operations, and has presented a program of stability, balanced between needs and limited resources. He oversaw academic achievements. We certainly were lucky to have Dan but knew that he was gone as of the date of the recall. After the phony praise, where was the transparent evaluation? The current board responds only to the directives of the national teachers’ union and the supporting, troubled AFL/CIO, through the JCEA (local union). If Jeffco schools are to survive as educational institutions, the disruptive union supporters must be defeated in November’s election. We should beg the dedicated former board members and superintendent to return. Tom Graham, Arvada

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in American history, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. So, consider this: if Lincoln and Washington were both unable to quell the intense instinct of partisanship in America, what would make anybody think that any of the relative mediocrities we elevate in latter-day America would be able to calm it down? Americans fighting for what they

believe in is part and parcel of the American experience. I don’t, personally, have any problem with people arguing for the values and policies they hold dear. And I don’t a have a problem with those arguments getting heated, though I do have a little problem with the hypocrisy of some claiming to be all about peace and tolerance while lighting limousines on fire and forcing Metro State to go on lockdown. I am, however, very troubled by the level of argument that we seem to be engaged in. Compared to the rhetorical broadsides Hamilton and

Jefferson leveled at each other, our society operates at about a “I know you are but what am I” level. I know some of that is because most of our arguments have to be distilled down to 140 characters, and our attention span is roughly the same as a tsetse fly, but we should be able to do better. And we should certainly expect better of our “leaders.” So, the next time somebody says something that makes your blood boil, try this: refute their point without resorting to calling anybody names. That’s it, that’s all — focus on the issue, not the person (we’ll

try to get to a high school vocabulary another time). And ENGAGE! I think you’ll find that, once you are dealing with ideas, and not personalities, the violent tendencies might just calm down a little. Be passionate, be forceful, be disagreeable… But be smart. Maybe if we lead, our leaders will follow. That is, after all, the American Way. Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com

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Ruby Herrera has brought an aspect of her military training into her fitness regimen. Rucking — carrying a weighted pack — is a trendy exercise with unglamorous roots in the military, where it is a staple of training. Part of the test for U.S. Army infantry soldiers to earn the coveted Expert Infantryman Badge is to complete a 20-kilometer march carrying a 35-pound rucksack, along with other gear, within three hours. “I love using a variety of training to stay conditioned,” said Herrera, a Colorado Springs resident and security forces specialist in the Air Force Reserve. “Rucking is the perfect addition to any type of programming I might be involved with.” Former Army Special Forces soldier Jason McCarthy of Jacksonville, Florida, brought rucking to the masses in 2008 when he founded GORUCK after leaving the service. There are now hundreds of GORUCK events across the U.S. and in Europe, including several in Colorado. However, ruck march challenges go back long before McCarthy started. One of the most popular events is the annual Bataan Memorial Death March, which dates to 1989 and pays homage to U.S. and Filipino prisoners of war who were forced by the Japanese Imperial Army to march 60 to 70

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Overhead weighted lunges: Hold the pack over your head while doing lunges.

miles with little food or water in 1942, during which thousands died. Sponsored by the New Mexico State University ROTC department and the New Mexico National Guard, the memorial march is held at White Sands Missile Range in southern New Mexico and gives participants an option of a 14.2mile route and a 26.2-mile one, carrying a 35-pound pack.

lenges hosted by GORUCK. He has since started his own organization that hosts ruck events around the Front Range, Burden Operation Company. “Anybody can do it,” Tatham said. “You can throw on a halfway decent backpack.” Obstacle course racing is another fitness trend with close ties to the armed forces, with military installations, including Colorado’s Fort Carson, hosting events for Spartan Race, the largest entity in the young sport. Aaron Varcasio, who coaches Crossfit and high-intensity interval training workouts at FIT Littleton and has taken part in GORUCK events, said that rucking can be an effective cardio alternative to running as well as a form of strength training. “It challenges you because you’re used to hiking without weight,” he said.

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A cardio-strength workout Now, rucking draws servicemembers, veterans and civilians alike who want to bring diversity to their exercise routines. “It’s portable,” James Finch, of Lakewood, said. “You don’t need a gym.” Finch, 39, started rucking about two years ago as a way to challenge himself. It fits neatly with his other fitness passion, obstacle course racing. “When I take the dogs for a walk, I throw the ruck on,” he said. GORUCK says that rucking can burn as many calories as running, while allowing people of different abilities to do it together by carrying different weights. Finch credits fellow obstacle course racing enthusiast David Tatham with introducing him to it. Tatham, of Henderson, said he began rucking in 2012, when he first signed up for one of the chal-

Challenging the mind, too Herrera sees rucking as the perfect way to train both mentally and physically. “Rucking has taught me that my body is capable of so much more than my mind had previously restricted me to,” she said. “I can add a ruck to almost any activity and see huge improvements all around. I love the feeling of pure

For more information, visit www. goruck.com. exhaustion after pushing myself to the limit and then stepping over that limit to keep going.” In March 2015, not long after he began rucking, Finch attempted the Baatan Memorial but had to quit around mile 18 because of severe blistering on his feet. “I’ve learned to take care of my feet better,” he said. 2016 was to be Finch’s redemption year at White Sands, but he suffered a stroke just weeks before the event. He spent 11 days in the intensive care unit and another 20 in inpatient rehab. He recovered from his stroke to go on to complete in several Spartan Race obstacle course events in 2016. From Finch’s point of view, rucking is easier on his knees and ankles than running and carries a lower risk of injury. Finch used to carry nearly 50 pounds in his ruck, but he’s still working on getting back to form following his stroke. “It makes life easier when you’re doing anything else — you take it off and you’re lighter,” he said. “You feel like you can run 100 mph when you’re done rucking.”

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Gym geared toward kids with autism opens in Arvada We Rock the Spectrum location is first in the state BY SHANNA FORTIER SFORTIER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

At the grand opening of We Rock the Spectrum in Arvada, children with autism played alongside children without the disorder. It was the environment that owners Amy and Abe Woszczynski envisioned when they made plans to open the franchise last year. “We’ve always wanted to be business owners, but never found anything that was worth us taking the risk until we found We Rock the Spectrum,” Amy Woszczynski said during the grand opening, Saturday, Jan. 21. We Rock the Spectrum — a franchise out of California — provides sensory-

safe play for kids with autism, special needs and neurotypical development. Each gym features 10 pieces of therapeutic equipment specifically designed to work with many of the sensory processing issues that children on the spectrum face, while providing all children with the sensory-diet necessary for improved learning and neurological development. For example, the zipline helps children with vestibular sensations and sensory feedback, while allowing them to better develop upper-arm and core strength. The Woszczynskis found the franchise when their 5-year-old son, Asher, was diagnosed with autism. Almost a year later, their gym opened in Arvada as the first Colorado franchise. Arvada being their hometown, it was the couple’s first choice when opening their business. “We didn’t think we would be able to find anything affordable, but this

is our community,” Abe Woszczynski said. They did at 8330 W. 80th Ave. — just behind Buffalo Wild Wings. “I just want a space where families with kids on the spectrum can come and not have to worry about leaving because their kids are acting in a certain way,” Amy Woszczynski said. She adding that the gym is a space for autistic children, but is open to all children, including siblings and friends not on the spectrum. Kate Dran of the Autism Society of Colorado said this is a wonderful opportunity not just to raise awareness but to raise acceptance in the community. “I’m looking at kids that are developing typically and kids that are developing with autism and they’re all in here playing together,” Dran said. “A place like this has inclusion baked in.” Dran said that in the Jeffco area, she has noticed an increase in acceptance

Kaiser Permanente keeps MLK’s spirit alive Kaiser Permanente employees worked with the National Sports Center of the Disabled and area children with special needs at Lakewood’s Gold Crown Field House on Jan. 16. Employees helped with a variety of activities, including archery. CLARKE READER

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One of the best ways to keep the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. alive is to do the kind of work he would approve of, and in that spirit Kaiser Permanente employees spend the annual holiday giving back to their community. About 40 Kaiser employees spent their morning of Jan. 16, at Lakewood’s Gold Crown Field House, 150 S. Harlan St., working with the National Sports Center for the Disabled and area school age children with special needs to give them a fun and physical morning. “For those of us who volunteer, today isn’t a day off — it’s a day on,” said Amy Marsh-Teufert, team lead with the Kaiser Permanente team at Gold Crown. “We want to contribute to the community, and this is a great program to help these kids. It’s a very memorable experience for them and us.” Despite the snow, dozens of children showed up to the indoor field day

event, which featured archery, bike races, and an “American Ninja Warrior” style obstacle course. “We’re here to experience some new sports activities,” said Karrie Johannsen, a metro resident who was there with her two daughters, one of whom has special needs. “She’s a very physical girl, and so we love opportunities like this that give her a chance to participate in things she normally wouldn’t.” Josh Thurmond, project manager

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with National Sports Center for the Disabled, walked children through the obstacle course, while Kaiser volunteers helped run the bicycle races and teach archery. There was no shortage of cheering and bursts of applause, and even more smiles and laughter. “The best part for these girls is just the running around,” Johannsen said with a laugh. “It’s so great to bring the community together with volunteers, who are able to see another side of life in the process.”

IF YOU GO WHAT: We Rock the Spectrum: An indoor sensory gym WHERE: 8330 W. 80th Ave., Unit 1, Arvada HOURS: 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays pending special events or social skill groups CONTACT: 303-284-3049; info@werockthespectrumarvada.com; www.werockthespectrumarvada.com and awareness of autism, which is something the Woszczynskis want to continue. “We don’t want the community to be afraid of autism,” Amy Woszczynski said. “Because there is still a stigma and it’s disappearing, but we want to help that disappear more.” A second Colorado-based franchise is scheduled to open in Littleton later this year.

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Explore Mythical Creatures Through Art: 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays through March 15 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Ages 3-6 years. Ages 6-14 years. Register at Arvada.org/public-classes.

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Coffee with State Representative Tracy Kraft-Tharp: Thursday, Jan. 26, 7-8 a.m. at La Dolce Vita in Olde Town Arvada, and 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera in Walnut Creek in Westminster. Coffee and conversation events offered the fourth Thursday of each month.

Mammals: Nose to Tail: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Ages 8 to adult. Two-part workshop covers most requirements for Boy Scout mammal study badge. Register at Arvada.org/public-classes. Tax Help Colorado: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays from Jan. 28 to Feb. 11 at Red Rocks Community College, 13300 W. Sixth Ave., Lakewood, Room 1103. Help also offered from 2-8 p.m. Fridays from Feb. 17 to March 10. Go to http:// www.piton.org/ tax-help. Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club: 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Students, youth and women invited and welcome. Upcoming featured speakers: Contact Fred Holden, president, at 303-421-7619. Go to http:// jeffcorepublicanmensclub.org. Upcoming speakers are Jan. 30, Steve House, Colorado Republican Party chair, “What’s been

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this week’s TOP FIVE Trenton Diamond Reads Treasure Island: 7 p.m. Jan. 27-28 and Feb. 3-4 at Colorado ACTS Theatre, 11455 W. Interstate 70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Family Day is at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3. Children invited to wear pirate costumes. Tickets sold at the door. Go to www.coloradoacts.org. Regional Premiere of ‘HIR’: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays from Jan. 27 to March 5 at Miners Alley Playhouse, 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Shows also planned at 7:30 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 12, Feb. 19 and Feb. 26. Call 303935-3044 or go to www.minersalley.com. Feed your Brain Time: 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 28 at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Learn the secrets of a better brain at any age. Contact 303423-0990. Lunafest: Short Films By, For and About Women: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Presented by Red Rocks Community College Foundation

going on with a new day in national politics, retiring Obamacare and Colorado’s new November 16 voter-passed two statutes about political assemblies and biennial party caucuses?” Feb. 6, Mandy Connell, KOA radio talk show host, “What, How and Why Talk Radio is contributing so significantly to the national debates?” Feb. 13, Anil Mathai, Adams County Republican Chairman, “What, Where and When in Adams County Republican Politics?” Confronting Evil: One Man Takes a Stand: noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, at Lifetree Café, 5675 Field St., Arvada. Features a filmed interview with Peter Ash, founder of Under the Same Sun, an organization dedicated to helping people with the genetic condition of albinism overcome often deadly discrimination. Contact Polly Wegner at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. Round Table Issues Breakfast: 7 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3, at American Legion Wilmore-Richter Post 161, 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Learn about local projects and events. Open to the public. Contact 303-424-0324 for cost and other information.

and Girls on the Run. Tickets available at the cultural center box office, by calling 303-987-7845 or online at https:// lakewood.showare.com/ eventperformances. asp?evt=168 ‘Burn This’: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 6 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 12 at the Edge Theater Company, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. Additional show at 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6; no performance on Sunday, Feb. 5 (Super Bowl Sunday). A shocking and beautiful story of grief and love. Adult themes; for mature audiences. Tickets available at www.theedgetheater.com or by calling 303-232-0363.

Go to http://www. ixpowerfoundation.org/ current-projects/march8-women-s-day/.

Nonfiction Book Club Looks at the Hillbilly Culture: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 (contact Lynne at 303-985-5128 for location); and at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at Lakewood Meridian, 10695 W. 17th Ave., Lakewood. Read “Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis,” by J.D. Vance, then join the Jeffco League of Women Voters nonfiction book club for the discussion. Girls in S.T.E.M. Contest: Open to girls in grades 5-8. Final presentations are Feb. 22 at the Golden Library. Winners will be honored at the International Women’s Day Luncheon on March 8. Individuals or groups of up to 4 may enter. Contact Stephanie Douglas at 303-235-5275 for details. Jeffco International Women’s Day Luncheon: March 8 at Denver West Marriott, 1717 Denver West Blvd., Golden. Keynote speaker is Dr. Tracy Camp, Colorado School of Mines. Tickets on sale now. Sponsorships available.

Food Pantry: open from 9-11 a.m. Wednesdays at New Apostolic Church, 5290 Vance St., Arvada, rear entrance (across the street from Beau Jo’s restaurant). Contact Gertrude at 303-902-6794.

Red Rocks Community College Blood Drive: 10-11:40 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 13300 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood. Contact 303-363-2300 or visit bonfils.org. Colorado School of Mines Blood Drive: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 1-2 at 1600 Maple St., Golden. Contact 303-363-2300 or visit bonfils.org. Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays through Feb. 16 at PranaTonic Yoga and Wellness, 2600 East St., Golden. Call 303-274-5733 or go to www.PranaTonic.com.

EDUCATION

Vanderhoof Elementary Kindergarten Registration: open through Jan. 31. Child must be 5 by Oct. 1 to start kindergarten. Register online at www.jeffcopublicschools.org/jeffcoconnect. Must provide copy of child’s birth certificate, copy of immunization records, proof of residence (a utility bill, etc.). Vanderhoof Elementary Choice Enrollment: Round 1 is open through Jan. 31. Students accepted on a space-available basis. Round one applications prioritized through a lottery process. Waiting lists will be created if needed. A separate application must be submitted for each child. Round 2 runs from Feb. 10 to Aug. 31.

HEALTH

Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Free one-year program begins 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at Centura Health Golden Neighborhood Health Center, 750 Warner Drive. Participants receive assistance with losing weight, increasing physical activity and learning to overcome barriers to healthier eating. Registration required. All ages welcome. Call 720-321-1769 or go to www. myneighborhoodhealthcenter. org/myhealthmatters. Realm Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at 98 Wadsworth Blvd., Unit 124, Lakewood. Contact 720-722-3357 or realmlakewood@gmail.com. Go to www.realmlakewood.com.

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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Symphony to perform ‘Peter and the Wolf’ The Lakewood Symphony Orchestra will perform Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” as this year’s Family Concert, 11 a.m. on Feb. 4. in the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. The morning’s guest narrator is Joel Hillan of CBS4 Morning News. Tickets can be purchased by call 303987-7845 or visiting www.lakewoodsymphony.org. Sustainable Neighborhoods Program Apply to become part of Lakewood’s Sustainable Neighborhoods Program. Applications are due no later than March

6 and are available at SustainableNeighborhoodNetwork.org/Lakewood. Attend an informational open house to learn more at 6 p.m. on Feb. 7 at the Lakewood Cultural Center Community Room, 470 S. Allison Parkway. The Sustainable Neighborhoods Program is a grassroots effort bringing new ideas, enriching programs and community cohesion to residents. It provides residents the opportunity to become active partners in enhancing the livability of their neighborhoods and reducing residents’ ecological footprint. For more information, please contact the Sustainability Division at 303-9877515 or SustainableNeighborhoods@ lakewood.org. Nominations open for Inspiration Award The City of Lakewood is accepting

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nominations for remarkable people and organizations in the community to be considered for the Mayor’s Inspiration Award. Any individual, organization or business that is making a significant contribution to the Lakewood community is eligible. The award also is carrying forward the values of the All-America City Award that Lakewood won in 2016 and 2011. In its inaugural year, the award can be for any of the categories listed below. There is not a specific number of awards available, and multiple awards could be given in each category: • Youth: any individual under the age of 18 • Individual: any individual age 18 or older • Neighborhood: any neighborhood

including those that do not have a designated neighborhood organization or homeowners’ association • Business: any business with a Lakewood sales tax license • Civic association: any association or service organization including Kiwanis, Elks, Rotary and Boy and Girl Scouts • Organization: any organization that does not fit into another category Winners will be selected in March, and an awards ceremony and presentation will take place in the spring. Residents can submit nominations through Feb. 10 at Lakewood.org/ MayorsAwards. People can also email a nomination (including in video form) to Angela Cline at angcli@lakewood.org or mail it to her attention at City Hall, 480 S. Allison Parkway, 80226. Questions can be directed to Cline at 303-987-7098.

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Jefferson wins dual against Wheat Ridge BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

WHEAT RIDGE — It was all about being aggressive and not wasting time on the mat Jan. 19 at Wheat Ridge High School. Jefferson, Class 3A’s No. 5 ranked team in the current On the Mat rankings by Tim Yount, defeated Wheat Ridge 48-36 on the Farmers’ home mat. The dual ran a total of 32 minutes thanks to some aggressive wrestling on both sides. “It’s that time of year. You have to get after it,” Jefferson coach Oscar Fonseca said. “There is no time for holding back.” While there were five total forfeits — three by Jefferson and two by Wheat Ridge — the remaining nine matches ended all with pins. Not a single match even got into the third period. “For our side, it’s just being young and inexperienced,” Wheat Ridge coach Dave Osse said of the quick matches. “We are excited and want to get into the match. Sometime we get the (early) takedown, but sometimes we are so excited we put ourselves in a bad situation.” Jefferson’s Cruz Ortega (106), Kyle Cisneros (132), Nick Gallegos (138), Brandon Onofre (152), Giovanni Lopez (170) and Oscar Lopez (220) were all victorious by pin for the Saints. Cisneros, Gallegos, Onofre, Lopez, along with freshman Jimmy Ramirez III (120) — won by forfeit — are all ranked in the top-8 of their 3A weight classes. Cisneros had the distinction of being a returning state champion. “In the beginning of the season was a little rough, but I think I’m back on track for a second state

Jefferson senior Brandon Onofre works on turning Wheat Ridge freshman Lex Crowder to his back during a dual Jan. 19 at Wheat Ridge High School. Onofre scored a second-period pin of Crowder as the Saints went on to win the dual 48-36. DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

title,” Cisneros said talking about his season so far. Cisneros had a scare at the Arvada West Invite last Saturday. He cruised to a quarterfinal victory in one of the toughest tournaments in the state, but injured his ankle in the semifinals. Thursday was his first match back and he didn’t look hampered by the injury. Cisneros pinned Wheat Ridge junior Angelo Vecchiarelli in the second period. “It was the first time I’ve been injured during my high school career,” Cisneros said. “I’m just focused on getting as healthy as I can and getting back (to state). I already know what I have to do. I’ll be a lot more confident down at Pepsi Center. On finals night I’ll have the upper hand.” Fonseca believes Cisneros will be ready when the state-qualifying

Who is your favorite professional or collegiate athlete? Missy Franklin. Missy represents Colorado! She’s an amazing athlete and person. She’s gone through some rough patches and she’s going to show everyone that she can get through anything. What is your favorite type of music?

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regional tournament rolls around in a few weeks. The key dates ahead for all wrestlers in the state is regionals — Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10 and 11 — where the top four placers in each weight class will earn the right to wrestle at the state tournament Feb. 16-18 at Pepsi Center. Jefferson is slated for the Class 3A Region 4 tournament at Elizabeth High School. “The guys who qualify are going to be very competitive at the state tournament,” Fonseca said. “We are doing 6 a.m. practices in the morning and then in the evening. It’s showing.” Wheat Ridge earned victories by pin Thursday from Josh Moler (145), Jayce Chea (160) and the Farmers’ lone senior Nikolos Schnebly (285).

My favorite type of music is pop, reggae and rap. My favorite artist is Rihanna. What is your favorite subject in school? Favorite subject is psychology. It’s very interesting to see why people are the way they are and why they behave in certain ways. What is your favorite book? “Perfect Chemistry” – I enjoy reading novels about love. What are your plans for after high school graduation? I am swimming for Boise State and plan to get my undergrad in prephysical therapy.

KEEPING SCORE WITH... is a Q&A with high school athletes in the south metro area. Email sports writer Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com if you or some you know would llike to participate.

For week of Jan. 16-21 Lukas Maly, basketball, senior, Arvada West: Maly connected on four 3-point shots and had 28 points along with six assists in the Wildcats’ 75-64 5A Jefferson County League win over Pomona on Jan. 20. Sydney Prey, basketball, senior, Golden: Prey scored six points but hit a 3-point in the closing minutes to lift the Demons to a 43-41 win on Jan. 20 over Evergreen in the 4A Jeffco League. Savannah Martin, basketball, junior, Standley Lake: The Gators shot just 24 percent from the field but Martin had 23 points and 10 rebounds in a 53-26 triumph over Wheat Ridge on Jan. 18. She is averaging 19.5 points per game this season. Jason Romero, wrestling, senior, Pomona: Romero, the top-ranked 160-pound wrestler in the On The Mat ratings, won the weight class in the Top of the Rockies meet on Jan. 21 and helped the Panthers capture the title. Travis Cowan, basketball, senior, Wheat Ridge: He scored 27 points, handed out seven assists and made four steals in the Farmers’ 75-46 victory over Littleton on Jan. 20. STANDOUT PERFORMERS are five athletes named from south metro area high schools. Preference is given to those making their debut on the list. To nominate an athlete, contact Jim Benton at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com

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i hen Ashley Zoerner said that a O she started riding her bike without training wheels when J she was 3, I figured she must r be a pretty good cyclist. i And for a change, I was right. f Zoerner, a senior at SkyView Acadm emy in Highlands OVERTIME Ranch, won the Junior Women’s 17-18 Cyclocross National Championship, held Jan. 3-8 in Hartford, Connecticut. It took Zoerner 39 minutes, 43 seconds to finish on the course — a covered with snow, Jim Benton ice and ruts. She was p seventh overall in the t Women’s U23 division and earned a spot b in the 2017 Bieles UCI Cyclocross World d Championships Jan. 28 and 29 in Bieles, f Luxembourg. t Cyclocross is an off-road event in which riders can encounter grass, dirt, s mud, gravel, sand, hills and sometimes p snow. Courses include barriers no more a than 18 inches tall and cyclists often put t their bikes on their shoulders to get over a t barriers and through thick mud. “The toughest part of a race is when I have to do a lot of running,” Zoerner said. “We usually have to get off our bikes and run over barriers. Anything you can’t ride over, you have to get off your bike.” Zoerner, who plans to go to college next year and hopes to get on professional teams for both road cycling and cyclocross, has her sights set on a good finish in the world championships. “I hope to be competitive, ideally in the top 20,” she said. “This is my first year and I’m one of the youngest girls competing in the category. I just want to have a good race and see if I can compete on the international level.”

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Drawing attention It’s sometimes hard to get attention while playing on a basketball team that is struggling. Littleton’s Sam Kail and Garrett Martin of Standley Lake are two of those under-publicized players — but they haven’t been overlooked by opposing defenses. Kail, a 5-foot-10 senior, is scoring 18.6 points a game for the 1-12 Lions. Coach Ryan Fletcher points out that Kail is the focus for opposing defenses and he’s had to work hard for shots and been forced to shoot from farther out this season. Still, he has scored 20 or more points in seven games. Martin, a 6-foot junior, is scoring 19.5 points per game for the 2-13 Gators. “He’s a special athlete and a better person,” coach Mike Puccio said. Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.

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Schnebly was initially slated to win by forfeit in the final match of the night, but the Saints inserted 220-pound freshman Anthony Lozano to allow Schnebly to wrestle on Senior Night. “It’s hard when it’s your last match in your home gym and you don’t have anyone to wrestle and take a forfeit,” Osse said. “It was a nice gesture on Jefferson’s part.” Schnebly is also the Farmers’ lone returning state qualifier, but there is hope that Wheat Ridge can get a few more down to Pepsi Center next month.

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— in which a lot of people are angry, a lot of other people are angry at the people getting angry, and civility seems to be a veneer stretched too thin on both sides to conceal the contempt and derision below. His Holiness had offered some advice for finding equilibrium in any situation: self-compassion. As opposed to self-esteem or self-respect, self-compassion is defined by some scholars as open to and touched by our own troubles, worries or fears, and yet not avoiding them or disconnecting from them. An important piece of self-com-

BEARS AND TIGERS CLASH

“I’ve got to work a lot more on setting up takedowns,” said Moler, who scored a first-period pin. “I’m much better than where I was at last year. I think I have a much better shot this year.” Wheat Ridge is slotted for the Class 4A Region 3 tournament at Cheyenne Mountain High School in Colorado Springs for its state-qualifying tournament in a couple of weeks. “I think we are in a really good situation going into the last month of the season,” Osse said.

LHS senior Dallas Bailey uses all of his 6-foot-4-inch frame to get through traffic during his team’s Jan. 20 game against cross-town opponent Bear Creek. The Tigers topped the bears by a final score of 70-67. The win improved the LHS boys team to 11-3, 5-1 in 5A Jeffco. The Bears slide to 4-10.

Dennis Pleuss is a communications specialist for Jeffco Public Schools with a focus on athletics and activities. For more Jeffco coverage, go online at CHSAANow.com/Jeffco.

passion is to be nonjudgmental about what is causing us pain, even when we mess up or are experiencing some other form of emotional pain. In our divided world, we are beyond judgmental with each other. We are vitriolic in our name-calling, our shaming, our senses of entitlement. We are so certain of our own beliefs that anyone — and I mean anyone — who stands for an opposing viewpoint becomes a target of scorn and hate. The divisions are sharp, wide, deep. No wonder so many of us feel a bit battered, bruised. In the interview, His Holiness said that, basically, “nothing exists as it appears,” and I’m reminded of a graphic I saw of an intersection where a car, a bicycle and a pedestrian appear to be on

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a collision course. Thought bubbles tell us what’s going on for each. To paraphrase, the woman at the wheel of the car is fretting because her child is sick and she had to leave work. The person on the bike is wondering where next month’s rent will come from, and the pedestrian is preoccupied with his own medical problem. They are unaware, of course, of each other’s struggles. Each of us faces our own battles, every day. So this means that everyone else we meet or interact with or email or text or, or, or … is also fighting some sort of battle, that may or may not have anything to do with political divisions. I’m not sure which needs to come first, though, compassion for self or compassion for others, in which we are touched by someone else’s suffering,

we are aware of their pain, and we are not judging them. Clearly, neither is easy, or we’d all be fine all the time! It is possible for us in America to “build a bridge between two complementary systems of knowledge”? Can we practice compassion, including selfcompassion, for better understanding of the other sides of the divide? For my part, starting this weekend — oh, mercy, starting right now! — I’m going to practice self-compassion. If it’s good for the Dalai Lama, it is definitely good for me! Andrea Doray is a writer who finds that it really does take work … and that’s why it’s called practice! Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray. com.

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LETTERS

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Supportive of Supe change At all levels, political division continues to hijack important conversations. In Jeffco, it’s my sincere hope that we can begin to come together in the best interest of the 86,000 students in our schools. As unaffiliated voters ourselves, my husband and I take comfort knowing that four of the five school board members are themselves politically unaffiliated. That’s not to disparage either of the major parties — but it reinforces what is necessary for our district to move forward and regain the strong reputation Jeffco Schools held for decades. I fully support the School Board’s decision to seek a new superintendent. Jeffco’s students, teachers, staff, parents, communities and taxpayers deserve the very best. I believe a robust national search will attract that candidate, and soon all will see that strong new leader — one without ties to our past; one who brings fresh ideas, inspiration, innova-

tion, and vision for our future — working together with all who care about our schools to set Jeffco on a trajectory to becoming a national model for success. Kelly Johnson, Golden McMinimee mistreated Addressing the treatment of Superintendent of Jefferson County Schools, the honorable Dan McMinimee, by the Jefferson County Board of Education. Are we, the Jeffco taxpayers, going to allow this unfortunately opaque board to waste precious resources and money in a search for a new superintendent for Jefferson County schools? Apparently, Mr. McMinimee’s only flaw is that he was hired by the deposed conservative majority of the previous school board. Has his performance been below par? If so why is Mr. McMinimee’s work being praised by the current school board while at the same time they are moving to have him replaced? Sounds political and certainly not in the best interests of the students and parents of Jefferson County. Have we the taxpayers of Jefferson County not spent

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enough money on frivolity of the current school board? I believe it is time for Jefferson County voters to think about replacing anyone on the current school board up for re-election in November who is in support of the removal of Dan McMinimee. John W. Rubano, Lakewood Advice for our new president Recently, one of your readers offered “humble” advice to Donald Trump as Mr Trump was about to assume the presidency. Though it is likely any advice offered Mr Trump will fall on deaf ears, now that he is president, I would like to take a stab at it nevertheless. Given Mr Trump’s oft-noted short attention span, my list is brief. First, Mr Trump, learn to take a punch. Given you lost the popular vote by nearly three million votes, you must expect criticism and disagreement from many quarters. Twitter attacks against every Tom, Dick, and Mary who takes issue with you demeans the office of the presidency. It’s just plain childish. Second, given your lack of govern-

ment experience and knowledge about so many important matters, such as the US Constitution, health care, laws against torture, and foreign policy, you will make mistakes. There’s no shame in admitting and learning from your mistakes. Third, there is shame in lying. Furthermore, presidents who lie eventually get into deep trouble. Remember Richard Nixon? Get more familiar with the truth and don’t be so afraid of it that you deny or ignore it. Deal with it. Fourth, break up with Vladimir Putin. You need not become best buddies with every foreign leader who appears to flatter you. It’s not all about you anymore. It’s about the country. Perhaps world peace. Putin is a thug, a provocateur, and perhaps a war criminal. We don’t need him to tackle ISIS and your chumminess with him is mystifying and scary. Finally, the size of your hands doesn’t matter a bit. It’s the size of your heart and mind. Please govern with a big heart and open mind. Peter F. Munger, Arvada

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