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Jefferson County, Colorado • Volume 8, Issue 51

County crunched in courts

Festival highlights sustainability

Prosecution’s hands full with Sigg, other death-related cases By Glenn Wallace

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Christy Smith, of Henderson, talks with Solar Greens Company representative Doug Southard, of Longmont, Saturday morning during the first annual Sustain Arvada Festival. Photo by Terrell J. Thomson

City, CDOt agree on u.s. 6 and highway 93 By Glenn Wallace

gwallace@ourcoloradonews. com Golden City Council voted 6-1 to approve an agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation regarding future improvement plans for U.S. 6 and State Highway 93. The council meeting was held Thursday, May 9. The agreement sets parameters for “a shared vision” for those improvements, setting speed limits, alignment, landscaping and sound mitigation. Ward 3 Councilman Bob Vermeulen cast the lone opposition vote. “I feel this will be seen as us accepting the beltway,” Vermeulen said. He added that the agreement does not provide funding sources for any of the envisioned improvements. More than 145 individuals attended the council meeting, with some having to walk down the street to watch the proceedings on a video screen in an overflow room in the city’s fire station. A total of 28 area residents gave public comment on the issue, with most saying they were in favor. Golden Public Works Director Dan Hartman presented the agreement, after going into some of the history behind it. “I’ve been at this 25 years with (CDOT), and this is by far the best good-faith effort,” Hartman said. The agreement plan calls for many elements that Golden had long negotiated for: • Current speed limits to remain: 55 mph from Heritage Road to 19th Street, and 45 mph for the rest of the corridor;

City of Golden Public Works Director Dan Hartman, second from left, helps explain the details of a new compromise agreement between the city and CDOT to attendees of the May 9 Golden City Council meeting. Photo by Glenn Wallace • The roadway would be lowered below grade in sections, allowing cross-streets to cross above; • Natural earthen berms and other sound walls are called for to lower noise impacts of the road to Golden city standards of 55 decibels. Hartman said the city compromised on some items. While CDOT agreed to leave the highway corridor at four lanes wide, the agreement includes “congestion triggers” that would authorize the building of additional lanes. Those triggers would involve 75,000 vehicles per day being seen through the area over a four month period. CDOT had also sought to include toll roads along the highways to help pay for future road

improvements. “The capacity lanes that are there today, will remain free,” Hartman said, describing that as crucial to Golden during negotiations. The compromise was to allow CDOT to toll any new lanes that are built, including those created by the congestion trigger. Even before the congestion trigger, CDOT would be allowed to widen highway 93 in north Golden from two lanes to four, and toll the newly built portions. The compromise agreement makes no mention about policy, or plans regarding the larger regional plans by CDOT and Jefferson County to build out the northwest quadrant of the 470 beltway system — consistently opposed by Golden.

Gwyn Green, a longtime member of the group Citizens Involved in the Northwest Quadrant, was the first member of the public to speak. “”I have not and will never flinch from never supporting the beltway,” Green began. She added that in spite of that, she liked the compromise agreement, especially the speed and sound limitations since she lives close to the highways. “It’s safe, slow and quiet. I’m impressed that it’s a compromise in our favor,” Ward 4 Councilman Bill Fisher said. Golden Mayor Marjorie Sloan said she was eager to shake off the city’s “NIMBY” label, and begin spending more city resources on improvements, instead of opposing CDOT.

A rise in serious crime — including prosecuting Austin Sigg for the murder of Westminster 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway — is taxing the Jefferson County District Attorney’s office and draining the department’s resources. “We’re strapped as an office,” Jefferson County District Attorney Pete Weir informed the Board of County Commissioners last week. In a May 7 staff briefing, Weir told the three county commissioners that the Sigg murder trial, along with a recent spike in serious crime offenses, has left his department spread thin. His office is currently involved in 13 death-related cases. “We will get it done. All cases are important for us. But it has stretched us to the max,” Weir told the commissioners. A gag order regarding the Sigg case kept Weir from discussing very many specifics, but he did go over the case timeline. Westminster 10-year-old Jessica Ridgeway was walking to school on Oct. 5, 2012, when she disappeared. On Oct. 12 the media reported that remains of Ridgeway’s body had been found in the Leyden area. Austin Sigg, 17 years old at the time, would later contact police and turn himself in for the crime. He made his first court appearance on Oct. 25. District 3 Commissioner Don Rosier asked the DA if the types of murder cases in Jefferson County were presenting particular challenges. Weir said he was not asking for additional staff funding for the Sigg case at this time, but that he may have to in the future. For comparison Weir referenced the Brunco Eastwood case that created $90,000 in court costs to prosecute. Eastwood, who opened fire on students at Deer Creek Middle School in 2010, plead not guilty by reason of insanity, which required the DA’s office provide psychological experts to counter that claim. Weir said an insanity defense was a possibility in the Sigg case as well. The state had offered some financial help — up to $75,000 allocated for expert and special witness expenses. Weir, who took over the DA’s office in January, said high-profile cases, complex mental health prosecutions, and heavy caseloads all make it more important for him to retain experienced and skilled staff.

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Markets sprout, and farmers survive The early morning chill, left over from winter’s most recent unwelcome blast, settles along the quiet street where blue and white canopies have popped up like overdue buds, signaling the arrival of the season’s first farmers market. Soft music, lingering from a nearby restaurant, punctures the hush, along with occasional laughter and voices from vendors as they ready tables with wares and hopes for a good day. Danish bakery workers pull sugarcrusted strudels — apricot and apple raisin — from their truck to shelves along the sidewalk. Nearby is the homemade peanut butter woman and the Angus beef man and the cheerful El Salvador cook. At the end is the farmer. He is 63, the great-grandson of a farmer who bought a plot of land 108 years ago in Welby, between Denver and Thornton, off North Washington Street. Today, he has 80 acres in Hudson, a country town of 2,300 northeast of Denver on Interstate 76, a solid hour-and-15-minute drive to the Sunday market in Highlands Ranch. He stands next to his white truck, watching the market unfold, an ever-present long cigarillo clutched in a weathered hand that tells a story of a working life rooted in the soil. He is a content man whose easy smiles crinkle soft grooves around blue eyes that peer intently from a sun-worn face. “I might not be farming today if it weren’t for the markets,” Alan Mazzotti says. “They’ve kept us in business.” And they’ve kept us, the customers, connected to a less complicated time, when people knew who had grown the food on their table — a slice of knowledge that cultivated gratitude and nurtured community. Sean and Maria McAfee, married 22 years, can’t drive by a farmers market without stopping, whether it’s along the

coastal drive to San Francisco or in their hometown. When they lived in Evergreen, they visited the local market there every Tuesday. Now, in Highlands Ranch, they never miss a Sunday. It’s a matter of principle and a matter of friendship. Besides the benefit of fresh produce, “I’d rather pay a little more to support local people,” Maria says. “We’re big believers in moving away from the Walmartization of the U.S.” And, over the years, many vendors have become friends — the Angus beef man invited them to his wedding last year. “They become part of the fabric of your life,” Maria says. “We were so excited,” Sean says of the week leading up to opening day. “We were talking about this all week.” They walk away, hand in hand, each with a small bag. Basil and oregano seedlings in one, peanut butter, pasta and honey in the other. This time, “we didn’t have a lot to buy,” Maria says. “It was seeing old friends.” Colorado has more than 100 farmers markets, with about half in the Denver metro area, according to the state Department of Agriculture. They operate individually or through sponsoring organizations. Most are seasonal, running from May through October, and their arrival seems to signal the start — finally — of

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

again.” As vendors begin to pack up, Mazzotti stands by his truck, behind the tables and ground laden with pansies, petunias and geraniums in planters, baskets and trays. Herb seedlings, also from his greenhouse, sit in the canopy shade. It’s too early in the season for most vegetables and fruit. The day’s proceeds: Just OK. “A little chilly,” he explains. But that’s all right. He’s reconnected with many of his customers, some now friends, like the brothers in their 90s at the Auraria market in Denver that he’s known for 30 years and who even visit his farm at times. Next week, he hopes to bring asparagus, spinach and lettuce with his flowers. Come June, he’ll be trucking loads of vegetables to six markets a week. Down the row of vendors, he watches canopies folding shut — like tulips closing at day’s end. Like the others, he loads up and heads for home. “I’m tired,” he says. A smile quickly appears. “I’m getting older every day.” And rest won’t come until the plants are back in the greenhouse, the truck is cleaned, the crops tended, the chores all done. Then, he’ll enjoy the peace of the land, the lack of pavement that traps heat, the friendliness of country neighbors. “I have to make a living. I have to feed my family, too.” But more than anything, he says, working the land and sharing its yield with the rest of us, “is a way of life.” A farmer’s life. And a good life. You’ll find farmers markets listed at www.coloradofarmers.org. Ann Macari Healey’s column about people, places and issues of everyday life appears every other week. She can be reached at ahealey@ourcoloradonews.com or 303566-4110.

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Capitol Report

Statehouse: Amendment 64 leaves state with new framework for marijuana. Page 9

Opinion: Legislative reporter Vic Vela wraps up the legislative session. Page 7

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e Sixth-graders turned arborists City, Peck Elementary plant 13 trees at Oak Park in honor of Arbor Day for 27th year

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By Sara Van Cleve d svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com w t the On a soggy May morning, sixth gradown m at ers from Peck Elementary School walked through the squishy green grass to spots a- around the park where shovels and brand new trees awaited them. The city of Arvada Parks Department s of and Peck Elementary partnered for the 27th hes consecutive year to host an Arbor Day tree osing planting May 8 at Oak Park. Oak Park lost several trees in a hail storm up in 2009 and several cottonwoods near the ap- creek are in natural decline. “Dudley Weiland, a longtime teacher at Peck who’s retired now, came to us back s when we were Jeffco Parks and Recreation is all with the idea to start a tree planting celebration,” said Craig Hillegass, Arvada city e heat, forester. “That was our first Arbor Day.” In those 27 years, the city of Arvada and eed Peck Elementary School have planted more ng, than 400 trees in parks across the city, inits cluding 13 trees at Oak Park this year. “You’re planting a tree for the future,” e.” Hillegass said. “Those Peck students 27 years ago are in their 30s now and they’ll take their children down and look at the t trees they planted. We’re doing something for future generations to enjoy.” ople, Leaving a legacy and contributing to the ars community is something sixth graders at Peck learn about too, said teacher Lauren t Kreider. “In sixth grade we talk a lot about leaving a legacy,” Kreider said. “My students are the leaders of the school. We talk about ways that we can make a mark — educationally, socially and even environmentally. Planting trees is a chance to change our community for the good and leave a mark. The kids re-

Asim Puri, left, a sixth-grader at Peck Elementary School, adds dirt to a newly planted Colorado blue spruce as an Arvada Parks Department employee holds the tree in place during the 27th annual Arbor Day tree planting May 8 at Oak Park. Photo by Sara VanCleve

‘We’re doing something for future generations to enjoy.’ Craig Hillegass, city forester ally took that seriously. They loved having the chance to make an impact on the community.” Three weeks before the tree planting, the

Arvada Parks and Recreation Department takes information about the trees they will be planting to Peck so students can learn about the different trees and make posters

about what they learned. In addition to learning about the 13 different species of trees they planted, sixth graders at Peck also learn about conservation, natural resources and the environment. “We had to carry on the 27-year-long tradition,” Kreider said. “We felt honored to be a part of such a special tradition.” This is also the 22nd year Arvada has been recognized as a Tree City by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Around the region Golden in Jefferson County serves as a place for canoeing and kayaking to enjoy the spring runoff at Clear Creek Whitewater Park. The water course is located at the west end of 10th Street, adjacent to Lions Park. The area is also ideal for informal hiking and picnic activities. The park is a 2010 Starburst Award Winner for outstanding use of Colorado Lottery Funds. Mountain bike trails are in play at

the Golden Bike Park at Tony Grampsas Sports Complex, 4471 Salvia St., Golden. The mountain-bike-only trails include a downhill flow trail, bi-directional access trail, skills area and beginner pump track. Just up the road along Interstate 70, rafting businesses offer various packages. And of course, just off I-70 there is a spectacular view from atop Lookout Mountain, where adventurers can take in

the Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave. The Lariat Loop Byway, a 40-mile route, retraces the motoring adventures of the early 1920s and encompasses numerous sights to see along the way. For more information, visit www.lariatloop. com. And don’t forget Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. It’s not just for concerts, it’s a great place to hike. For general information, call 303-697-4939.

Arvada has about 140 parks and more than 100 miles of trails. The city has two disc golf courses: Memorial Park Disc Golf, 8001 West 59th Ave., and Bird’s Nest Disc Golf, 17925 West 64th Parkway. There are numerous dog parks in the area, including the popular West Arvada Dog Park next to Bird’s Nest Disc Golf course. Visit arvada.org, lakewood.org and ci.wheatridge.co.us.

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Graduation

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Bulldogs exhibit academic prowess By Sara Van Cleve svancleve@ourcoloradonews. com

oon 180 Arvada Bulldogs will be walking across the stage to receive their diploma and enter the next chapter of the life. And they are prepared, said Arvada High School

Principal Kathleen Norton. “We’re seeing more kids come to us who are better prepared to enter high school and college,” Norton said. Arvada High School offers the most college credit opportunities for students than any other high school in Jefferson County. “We’re really beefing

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ARVADA HIGH SCHOOl CEREMONY: 10 a.m. Friday, May 24, Ellie Caulkins Opera House, 1101 13th St., Denver TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 950 GRADUATING CLASS SIZE: 180 MASCOT: Bulldogs CLASS SAYING: Old friends pass away, new friends appear; it’s just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The most important thing is to make it meaningful — a meaningful friend or a meaningful day. The Dalai Lama bright academically.” About a dozen or so students are in the running to be named the 2013 Arvada High valedictorian and salutatorians, which reflects the quality of the students and Jeffco schools, Norton said. “As a Jefferson County school system, we’ve done a very good job of preparing our students for postsecondary options, which

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2013 is just a great group of young adults, Norton said. “The kids here are really nice kids and they come from very nice, hard-working families,” she said. “I live in Arvada and I think the Arvada High School class of 2013 is amazing and I’m glad to have these kids as my neighbors. It’ll be fun to watch where these kids go and hopefully they’ll come back to Arvada.”

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is what we’re all about,” she said. “Most of these kids have been through Jeffco schools from K-12 so our school system has done a very good job.” Arvada senior Garet Krohn is also a three-time wrestling state champion, claiming his most recent crown this past February. Aside from academics and athletics, though, the Arvada High class of

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Graduation

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Wildcats marks 50th class to walk By Sara Van Cleve svancleve@ourcoloradonews. com

rvada West seniors will celebrate their graduation from high school on May 22 and along with their collective achievements, the Class of 2013 also has a unique distinction. “We’ve been calling this year the ‘50th Celebration’ and we’ve been celebrating all year long,” said Arvada West High School Principal Robert Bishop. “The up of50th class graduating is a said. big deal.” real- Arvada West seniors omewill walk across the stage work-marking the 50th time for d. “Ia class commencement in hinkthe school’s history. hool And it won’t just be a zingday of celebration for stuhesedents and their families. It’ll Many of Arvada West’s hereformer principals are exeful-pected to attend the cero Ar-emony as well as some of the original faculty from when the doors opened in 1963. Bishop said there will be an alumni section in the stands with representatives from every graduating class from 1963 through 2012.

“I think it’s a time to bring as many people back and invite them to reflect on everything Arvada West has become and accomplished over its 50 years,” Bishop said. And the class of 2013 is helping add to those accomplishments. “So many people tell us how nice these kids are and how fun they are,” Bishop said. “They’re an involved group and they take their studies real serious. We’ve had success in a lot of areas. They’re very wellrounded and very well accomplished in a lot of facets.” This year’s graduating class of 364 students has 12 valedictorians, two championship athletic teams and members of All-State choirs, orchestras and bands. “It’s a smart class,” Bishop said. About 40 percent of the graduating class was engaged in Advanced Placement or Honors classes, Bishop said. The boys’ soccer team won back-to-back league champions and girls’ softball won the league championship. In addition to individual students joining All-

State performing groups, senior-led choirs and orchestras performed at the Colorado Music Educators Association and Colorado Bandmasters Association State Competition, and a jazz band with several seniors in it received a superior rating at the Colorado Jazz Festival. “They go out and work hard at whatever they do,” Bishop said. “I get a lot of compliments about what great kids they are. “We prepare the world’s future leaders and doctors and lawyers and the future of the workforce,” he said. “I’m very, very confident that in this group of kids there will be great contributors to our society.”

CommenCement Details ArvAdA West HigH scHool WHen: 2 p.m., Wednesday, May 22 WHere: Coors Event Center, 950 Regent Drive in Boulder totAl enrollment: 1,726 grAduAting clAss size: 364 vAledictoriAns: Jennifer Baer, Bradley Becker, McKenzie Bradley, Natasha Hoskins, Tyler Houston, Ryan Howard, Lydia Kellogg, Kristin O’Neill, Rachel Schauer, Veronica Stark, Alexander Tzinov and Nicholas VanderKolk mAscot: Wildcats

Congratulations 2012–2013 Graduates On May 18, 2013 ~ Red Rocks Community College will award over 1,400 degrees and certificates. Good Luck, Graduates! We wish you the best as you pursue your futures.

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2013

Graduation Mustangs are ‘comprehensive,’ ‘unique’ By Sara Van Cleve svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com

rom scholars to champion athletes, Ralston Valley High School’s graduating class of 2013 has them all. “I think this is a class that really distinguished itself by being

CommenCement Details Ralston Valley HigH scHool ceRemony: 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24, at the Coors Events Center, 950 Regent Drive. scHool size: 1,666 class size: 390 mascot: Mustangs

comprehensive in nature about how they saw themselves,” said RVHS Assistant Principal Mike Finnefrock. “By and large they were kids that just like to do well in a lot of things.” A prime example of a excelling in numerous fields is Student Body President Daniel Skipper. “He was an All-State football player, he is a member of the highest ranked choir we have, he’s the student body president, he received a full-ride to play at the University of Arkansas and he’s an honors graduate,” Finnefrock said. “That’s the kind of kid that exemplifies this class. They do a lot of things and they don’t see themselves as a ‘this’ or

as a ‘that.’ They’re well-rounded and could experience a lot of different things.” This year’s class of about 390 students includes a Boettcher Scholarship winner and two recipients of Daniels Fund Scholarships, which are full-ride scholarships to any school in the United States. Of the ten students from Jefferson County that won a Daniels Fund Scholarship, two were from Ralston Valley. More than 100 of RVHS’ graduating seniors will receive diplomas conferred with honors, which requires students to maintain a 3.5 weighted GPA, take 17 academic credits, two full years of Advanced Placement classes, two full years of language and

have no grades lower than a C. “Having over a fourth of the class graduate with honors really speaks to the quality of students,” Finnefrock said. The ice hockey team — which includes several seniors — won its first state championship this year after being in the running for the title three times prior. Finnefrock believes Ralston Valley students are prepared for

what lies ahead, whether it’s college — which for 90 percent of the class it will be — joining the military or entering the workforce. “We believe they’re well-prepared,” he said. Ralston Valley’s graduation ceremony will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24 at the Coors Events Center, 950 Regent Drive in Boulder.

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he number of qualities the seniors of Pomona High School rival the number of spots on a panther. From athletic prowess to performing arts greatness to just being good people — the 346 seniors of Pomona High School seem to have it all. “They’re a really great group of students who are off to do wonderful things,” said Assistant Principal Nancy Blumenberg. Laura Zarlengo, a science teacher at Pomona High School, was voted by the seniors to serve as

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atre Association and will perform at its festival this summer in Nebraska. From the stage to the mat, wrestling was a strong suite for Pomona in 201213 when the school’s wrestling team took the Class 5A state championship in February. Senior wrestler Archie Colgan also took the state title in the 160-pound division and wrestling coach Sam Federico was named the 5A Wrestling Coach of the Year. Academics have also proven to be a strength of the class as they’ve collec-

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he Class of 2013 f rom Je f fe r son Academy will have bragging rights as the first to graduate from the new school location. The school moved into its new state-of-the-art facility in February. “It was very challenging to move, but the students got through it with great character,” said Assistant Principal Michael Wilson. The building is different, but the school’s mission statement is the same, emphasizing college preparation and character development. “We take great pride in achieving that,” Wilson said. “We are a John Erwin School of Excellence for 2010, 2011, and 2012. I wouldn’t be surprised

if we won it again (for 2012/2013).” This year’s seniors were ambitious and productive, earning a large haul of scholarship awards, Wilson said. The big event was a junior and senior trip to Europe to visit London, Paris, Florence, and Rome.

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Faith Eagles soar into the future By Sara Van Cleve svancleve@ourcoloradonews. com Though the 2013 graduating class at Faith Christian Academy may not be the largest, they’ve still had a large effect on the school. “This is one of the smaller classes we’ve had in a while, but they pack a lot of personality,” said Michael Cook, the high

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school’s dean of students. “They have some incredible gifts.” Commencement for this year’s graduating class begins at 7 p.m. Friday, May 24, at Faith Bible Chapel, 6210 Ward Road. There are 81 students in Faith Christian’s Class of 2013. By the time the students move their tassel from the right to the left, they will have collectively completed more than 8,000 community service hours, won state championships, studied abroad, put on collegelevel performances and much more. Each Faith high school student is required to complete at least 100 hours of community service before graduation, including some volunteering during a trip to Senegal in West Africa. Four students even spent an entire semester studying in Senegal. “We had four go across the pond and study abroad for a semester, which is a remarkable thing for high school students to do,” Cook said. “They were might not have been as athletic as past classes, but

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7:30 am – 6:00 pm 303-423-5119 MON-FR SAT 7:30 am – 5:00 pm they are full of passion and keep us on our toes. They’re a good class.” For the fi rst time in 12 years, Faith has not yet won a state championship — but the baseball team, led by seniors, may vie for the state title. “The baseball team is the third in the state,” said guidance counselor Debbie Kirkwood. “They have a good number of seniors who keep the team positive.” The Vex Robotics team, which is also led by seniors, received an award for creativity at the 2013 VEX Robotics World Championship in Anaheim, Calif., in April. Faith Christian Academy Eagles have academic strength, too, with 24

students graduating with honors with a 3.3 weighted GPA and 22 graduating with high honors and weighted GPAs of 3.8 or higher. In addition to students signing with colleges for athletics and students receiving other scholarships, Faith also has two National Merit Scholars and two students receiving full-ride scholarships for the ROTC programs at Embry — Riddle Aeronautical University and the University of Nebraska. Like other students, some Eagles have faced adversity in their lives, but they have persevered. “It’s a class that doesn’t give up,” Cook said. “They get right back up when they fall.”

Dems held the remote during Legislature show I’m about to take you to into a strange and highly unorganized place: my warped mind. It all starts with a recent conversation I had with a lobbyist at the Capitol about the correct pronunciation of the Latin-based “sine die.” It means “without day” and it’s typically used in conjunction with a governing body ending its work for a while — such as the case was last week with the adjournment of the 2013 General Assembly. The lobbyist pronounced sine die the way it looks on paper. “I think it’s like saying ‘sign,’ or ‘Seinfeld,’” he told me. That’s when I abruptly changed the subject to begin sharing some of my favorite “Seinfeld” moments, and to quote lines from classic episodes like “The Library” or “The Contest.” You see, I get distracted easily. I continued to think about the pronunciation of sine die, and, at the same time, how hilarious of a show “Seinfeld” was. And, after a while, I was certain that the lobbyist had it all wrong. You wanna know why? Because “Seinfeld” was endearingly dubbed a “show about nothing.” And, say what you will about this year’s legislative session, but it certainly was something. There, see. I warned you — warped mind. Only I could go from Latin phrases to “Seinfeld” episodes to a summary of the legislative session. But it kinda makes sense. You see, Democrats truly believe that this year’s session was a Show About Something. And their definition of the word “something” is a heck of a lot different from Republicans’. “There’s a lot of good that came out of this session,” said Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver. “I think we put some really positive public policy out there and I think the people of Colorado are going to look back at this session and just be amazed at all the things we found the time to do.”

So the Democrats are happy. For them, the session was about sunshine and puppy dog tails. As for the Republicans, not so much. “They charged hard to the left and stayed there the entire session,” said Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, of the Democrat agenda. I know what you’re thinking right now. You’re thinking, `Hey, wait a second, Vic. You mean to tell me that Democrats and Republicans disagreed on how this year’s legislative session turned out?’” Yep. Shocking, ain’t it? Democrats feel like they hit the jackpot this session, by passing a host of major pieces of legislation: civil unions, education reform, election reform, in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants and gun control, just to name a few. Seriously. If there was such a thing as Democratic bingo, the entire card would be full of little dauber-stained dots. “Any one of these things by themselves would have been historic and epic, frankly, in a session,” said Senate Majority Leader Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora. “And we did. One after the other, after the other.” Hmm. But did they do too much? Republicans sure think so. They think Democrats will rue the day that they tried to push such a progressive agenda on the voters. Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman, R-Colorado Springs, mocked the Democrats’ legislative efforts on job creation. He said the Democrats proved they’re a party that’s beholden

to unions and their efforts hurt small businesses. “This agenda is punishing people in Colorado,” Cadman said. McNulty agrees. “The Democrats have clearly shown that they are very liberal,” he said. “Colorado voters are not going to reward them for that.” But Democrats are making no apologies. They also believe that Republicans didn’t do much of anything, except to complain and say no to just about everything throughout the 120day session. That’s not what the voters wanted this session, Carroll said. “We would rather be criticized for tackling too many of Colorado’s problems, than not enough,” Carroll said. So, there ya have it. A legislative session that spanned five months, with reaction that can be summed up as: Democrats good; Republicans bad. And vice versa. Who would’ve thunk it, right? Or, maybe the session could be summed up as being a really long, and not nearly as funny, “Seinfeld” episode. Think about it. Whenever Democrats did something controversial, Republicans would bemoan with a “Newman!”-like expression. And, when Republicans complained about Democratic overreach, Democrats like Carroll would respond with an Elaine Benes-like shove to the chest, and a hearty “Get out!” There was one episode where Kramer started the show by pretending to do a stand-up comedy routine, a la Jerry Seinfeld. “What’s the deal with politics?” Kramer said. “Am I right, people? I don’t get it.” I think Kramer might be on to something there. Hmm. Maybe it’s pronounced SINE-DIE after all. Just like “Seinfeld.” Vic Vela is the legislative reporter for Colorado Community Media. He can be reached at vvela@ourcoloradonews. com. Follow Vic on Twitter: @VicVela1.

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

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

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

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

Compulsion to constantly ‘add’ usually ends up backfiring Don’t you love it when life gives you little reminders of things that you know, but, for some reason, continue to forget? For instance, I’ve been trying to prepare my music groups for concerts the past several weeks. And, with one of them, I was trying to work in six fairly challenging pieces of music. But last week, in what was actually a moment of frustration, I cut the list down to four. Voila! The group came together around these four pieces of music, and the concert came off great ... if I do say so myself. This little reminder about “Addition by Subtraction” is brought to you by the School of Life Lessons and the letter “Duh.” Let me see if this sounds familiar: I spend way too much of my life chasing the next thing, trying to get in one more something, and it causes a lot of unnecessary stress. In the case of the concert, I was trying to squeeze in extra songs that I thought my students would enjoy, but which we really didn’t have enough time to prepare properly. This afternoon, I looked down at my watch and said “I have five minutes — I think I can get the dinner started,” which, in turn, made me late for my next lesson, which made me late for the next thing, and so on ... I once was working with a group that had enormous talent and unrealized potential, but it also had a few destructive personalities in it. In my desire to maximize that potential, I allowed those destructive personalities to stay in the group; in time, those personalities did more harm to the group than the talent ever would have done good. My compulsion to constantly “add” usually ends up backfiring. My parents always had a great perspective on this. We never, it seems, simply “lived within our means;” they always lived within their resources, including their time and their energies.

We had a very nice house, but it was probably still not as much as they could have afforded; I never remember my parents buying a brand new car; and when they came home from work, with the exception of church activities, they were home to be parents. It seemed so simple, and yet we were a very happy family. We have a hard time keeping things simple in this day and age. We’re told “you can have it all,” and so we really try to have it all. But, by every measure, we’re not any happier having it all. People who remember to subtract the unnecessary have lives that may not look like what we dream for ourselves all the time, but they also don’t have the constant scowl on their faces, the rushed pace to their gait, or the obsessive need to check in with their daytimers and text messages. Maybe, start looking at life like you’re sculpting from a block of granite. Chip away, chisel down all the stuff that’s in the way of your ‘perfect life,’ whether it’s “friends,” expenses, or habits, and start to imagine what is essential, and leave only that much. See if somewhere on the other side of subtraction is a happier life. Michael Alcorn is a music teacher and fitness instructor who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. He graduated from Alameda High School and the University of Colorado-Boulder.

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With pot legal, here come the laws

Legislature wraps is ering up work on package d by te’s of regulation bills

re ats By Vic Vela not vvela@ourcoloradonews.com

The state Legislature may have passed ve ately rules involving sales and usage of recreational marijuana in Colorado, but that do, doesn’t mean there aren’t unresolved isas a sues surrounding the newly created indusou- try. Questions loom as to whether voters will support the tax model that legislators r 014. put in place to support retail pot regulations, and whether the federal government will intervene. Still, lawmakers believe they did good work creating laws to regulate an industry where every movement is in uncharted territory. “Given the short time frame, I think we’ve done the best job we possibly could,” said Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, a major driver of pot legislation this session. “This was the project I undoubtedly spent the most amount of time on this session, to make sure we got it right.” Pabon was the sponsor of House Bill 1317, which creates regulations for the operation of retail marijuana stores. Retail pot shops are to open beginning Jan. 1, under the supervision of the Department of Revenue. There will be limits as to what retail marijuana stores can and cannot do, as well as how much marijuana consumers are allowed to purchase. Some late-session amendments to the pot legislation would have allowed out-of-state residents to purchase greater amounts of the drug, as well as to permit the existence of marijuana clubs, where people could congregate to use the drug. However, those amendments failed. Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, along with Pabon, was instrumental in crafting the Amendment 64 bills. She opposed

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

Voters to rule on tax

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

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

Provisions of bills

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

tail shops in a single transaction. Visitors to the state can purchase up to a quarter of an ounce per transaction. • Marijuana clubs — places where people could congregate to smoke the drug — are not allowed. • Pot shops cannot sell food or drinks that do not contain marijuana. However, they can sell products meant for using the drug, such as pipes and rolling papers. Stores also are not allowed to use known food products or cartoon characters to market marijuana products. • All marijuana-themed magazines, such as “High Times,” must be kept behind pot store counters. • Pot stores cannot be mobile, operating like food trucks. • Allows existing medical marijuana stores to start retail pot shops before new businesses. • There must be common ownership between dispensaries and cultivation facilities, and 70 percent of the marijuana grown must come from that ownership. Senate Bill 283: • Revises criminal statutes that deal with children. The bill treats minors possessing marijuana the same as it does underage persons who possess alcohol. It also prohibits marijuana from being allowed on school grounds • Sets up law enforcement training that deals with roadside sobriety tests. • Prohibits open containers of marijuana from being inside vehicles. • Creates the same indoor air-quality restrictions as those dealing with tobacco. House Bill 1318: • Retail sales of marijuana are subject to an excise tax of up to 15 percent, and a retail tax of up to 10 percent. That’s in addition to the standard state sales tax rate of 2.9 percent and taxes imposed by local governments where retail pot sales are allowed. Because the General Assembly cannot increase taxes, voters must approve the excise and retail taxes this November. • Cities and counties that allow the sale of retail pot will receive a 15 percent share back of retail marijuana taxes that are collected by the state.

Jeffco news in a hurry PTA doc enters school board race

Dr. Tonya Aultman-Bettridge (PhD) formally announced her campaign last week for the District 1 seat on the Jefferson County School Board. “I am running for school board to empower parents and teachers to improve schools for every child,” Aultman-Bettridge said in her announcement statement. “As a long time PTA member and parent advocate, I believe a strong public education system is the best tool that we, as a community, have to help our kids be successful.” Aultman-Bettridge has been an involved parent and an active PTA volunteer for eight years, serving the last four on the Jeffco Council PTA Board of Directors. She has spent the past two years serving as the parent advisor to the district committee dedicated to implementing new standards for teacher and administrator/staff evaluations and accountability. Aultman-Bettridge holds a doctorate degree in Public Administration from the School of Public Affairs at CU Denver. Her work experience includes serving as the project coordinator for the Safe Communities-Safe Schools Initiative launched jointly by the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence and Attorney General Ken Salazar following the tragedy at Columbine High School, working as the Senior Researcher for the Colorado Division of Youth Corrections, and 10 years in the private sector conducting policy and program evaluations and research for child and family service agencies. The school board election, where three seats will be filled, is November 5, 2013. Aultman-Bettridge’s campaign site is www.tonyaforjeffcoschools.com

Video contest winners

Two students from Warren Tech won a statewide video contest to promote childhood literacy. Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia announced the winners last week, congratulating students Drew Hastings and Denny Richardson

(Team Five) for their first place efforts. Two other Warren Tech teams were named runners-up: Nazanine Sadaqat and Brenna Leavitt (Team Three) and Anita Neimes and Austin Pfortmiller (Team Four). The winning team received $275, and will have their video highlighted on the Colorado State Library website, www.cde. state.co. The contest asked for submissions from across the state to create a Public Service Announcement video promoting the state library’s 2013 summer reading theme “Beneath the Surface.”

Shred-a-Thon

The Crime Stoppers annual Shred-aThon will be Saturday, May 18, from 7 a.m. to noon. Shred-it, Inc. will be providing on-site shredding of personal documents (bank statements, bills, old tax returns, etc.). The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office helps sponsor the event, which is a major fundraiser for Crime Stoppers, and tax deductible donations are encouraged. The process is an easy drive-thru and drop off. Shred-it, Inc. will accept three boxes or plastic grocery bags of documents per vehicle, and all documents will be shredded on-site using commercial-size shredders. The resulting confetti-like material is then recycled. The shredders will chew through metal binders and clips, so there is no need to remove staples, paperclips or other metal pieces. Law enforcement personnel from the Sheriff’s Office and Arvada Police Department will be on hand to accept your documents and donations. Shredding will take place in the lower west parking lot of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, 200 Jefferson County Pkwy. in Golden.

Law assistance for seniors

The Jeffco DA’s Office will host its an-

nual Senior Law Day on June 1. The event will include educational seminars for seniors and for adults who may be facing challenges with their aging parents. Jefferson County’s population is aging and this information can change the

quality of life for seniors and their adult children. KCNC’s Jim Benemann will emcee. The event will be at the Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road, 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A $10 fee includes breakfast and lunch. For more info call 303-271-6970.

June Marie {Brauch} {Karich} Whitmore Born: June 27, 1931 Died: April 23, 2013

June is survived by her seven children; John Karich (Longmont, CO), Jack Karich (Gerald, MO), Marrianne {Karich} {Tamara} {Gaffney} Laidler ,( CO), Martha {Karich} {Whitmore} {Messier} Lawson (Fort Lauderdale FL), Milissa {Karich} Hensley (Arvada, CO), James Karich (Arvada, CO), Bobbi {Whitmore} Villella (Cairo, Egypt). 16 grand children, 21 great grand children. Services will be announced summer 2013.

Charles Higgins May 3, 2013 Charles Higgins, 71 of Arvada, Colorado went to live with Our Lord on May 3, 2013 due to heart failure. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Linda, his son Mark, sister Kathy, step-children Tom (Rhonda), Tammy (John) and Michelle (Chad), and ten grandchildren. Charlie enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. After a 27 year career at Rocky Flats, Charlie was actively involved in

volunteering. He was a member of the All Vets Honor Guard an Usher at Arvada Center and a Ranger at Arvada Reservoir. The family requests donations be made in Charles’ name to the American Heart Association. A memorial service was held on Monday, May 6, 2013 at Aspen Mortuary in Arvada, 6370 Union St. A reception took place after the service at the American Legion 161, Arvada Colorado.

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ou may recognize your footprint, but your “carbon” footprint? The term “carbon footprint” refers to the size of a person, building, organization or event’s impact upon the earth, as measured by the greenhouse gases that it generates. Frank Rukavina, sustainability director of National Renewable Energy Labs in Golden, points out that a carbon footprint calculation also measures greenhouse gases that are not carbon. Sulfur hexafluoride for instance, has a 25-times greater greenhouse effect than the same amount of carbon dioxide. “Even water acts as a greenhouse gas,” Rukavina said. “But when we look at GHG, we convert them all to a carbon equivalent.” That is because carbon dioxide is the most abundant greenhouse gas. It stays in the atmosphere for a long time, and it is the one directly pumped into the atmosphere by smoke stacks and exhaust pipes. The average “footprint” for a home in Lakewood is about 48.5 tons of carbon dioxide a year. ”It’s just not prudent to be doing this dumping of carbon into the atmosphere. It’s slowly heating up the planet and intensifying weather,” said Steve Stevens, a Golden resident, antique bicycle collector and conservation activist. The vast majority of climate scientists agree that human activity is pumping enough greenhouse gas into the atmosphere that the world is heating up at a record pace.

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ficult. For a household, Rukavina says the measurement has to include three levels of GHG production: • Scope one — Direct carbon put into the air by the car you drive, or your fireplace chimney; • Scope two — Indirect carbon, notably the coal-fired power plant that provides the electricity for your home; • Scope three — Associated household expenses like the carbon cost of the goods and services a family uses, and the treating of its wastewater. The typical Jefferson County resident’s biggest single carbonproducing activity is driving, accounting for 10 tons of CO2 a year. As a category, however, home costs (construction, water, natural gas, electricity) are a bigger lump of carbon. For the last few years, Stevens has turned his 1970s-era home into a showcase for sustainability. He added inches of insulation to all exterior walls, installed solar panels capable of producing more than enough electricity for his home and electric car, and expanded the south face of his home to create a “catch it and keep it” passive solar heating system, which reduced his heating costs by 95 percent. All told, Stevens estimates his household has a negative carbon impact. Though he saves more than

Steve Stevens of Golden climbs into part of the the upper portion of his passive solar heating room, which doubles as a drying rack for fruits and herbs. The space, which can reach up to 140 degrees in winter, helps generate warm air that is circulated through the house. In summer months, windows are open and the circulator fan is turned off to let the unwanted heat vent out. The lower level of Steven’s passive solar heating room doubles as a sunroom/workout space. Photo by Glenn Wallace a thousand dollars a year on utility costs, Stevens said he chooses to focus on the moral and environmental reasons for reducing his carbon footprint. ”Carbon dioxide is invisible, so people don’t really pay attention to it. But oil and gas companies are treating the sky as a

An average household in Lakewood produces 48.5 metric tons of carbon a year

Travel 30% Food 14% Housing 30%

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sewer,” Stevens said.

Drop a shoe size The good news about carbon footprints are that small changes can have big effects, and often mean cost savings as well. There are many carbon footprint calculators online that can help. The one used for this story can be found at coolclimate. berkeley.edu/carboncalculator. Many of these calculators include carbon-reducing recommendations. Buying a more fuel-efficient car costs a lot at first, but means 1.7 tons less carbon a year and hundreds of dollars of ongoing savings. Eating a healthier “low carbon” diet — less meat and dairy and more fruit, vegetables, and cereal — can save carbon, money, and the waistline. Home improvement projects can reduce, or in Stevens’ case, even reverse carbon impacts. There are tools available for improving homes. The NREL website www.nrel. gov features a map that shows the best regions for collecting solar or wind power. Most electric utility companies, including Xcel Energy, offer cash rebates to home owners who have energy audits done. The audits can identify spots

CUT THE CARBON FOOTPRINT EASY FIXES CHECKLIST  Carpool/Bike/Bus to work  Properly maintain vehicles  Switch to CFL or LED light bulbs  Line-dry clothes  Buy local goods  Nudge thermostat up in summer  Thermostat down a notch in winter Improve attic insulation  Replace appliances with highefficiency models

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Centenarian reflects on 101 years Louisianan turned Arvada resident celebrates 101st birthday By Sara Van Cleve

svancleve@ourcoloradonews.com When Mildred Sorrells was born in Louisiana, William Howard Taft was president and the Titanic had sunk just a month before. Sorrells, who has lived in Arvada for 15 years, celebrated her 101st birthday Tuesday, May 7, at Nightingale Suites. “It means a lot,” Sorrells said. “When I think about it, we did a lot of things people don’t do now.” Sorrells said one of her first memories was riding to school with her father, who worked as a teacher his whole life — in a horse-drawn carriage. “We don’t live the life we lived there,” she said. Sorrells lived throughout Louisiana during her life, working her family’s fields with her four siblings as they grew their own food. “Momma said I was a tomboy,” she said. “When you have a boy, then a girl, then a boy, what’s she going to do? I learned to cope with them pretty good. I was a tomboy.” Sorrells married her husband in the late 1930s and followed him around as he served in the army and World War II. “At one point I moved to my mother’s house with my children and changed their school to their,” she said. “You do those things during wartime.” Sorrells was able to visit her husband three times while he was stationed in Japan. “I never did anything like that before,” she said. Sorrells and her husband raised two sons, who now have their own children and grandchildren. Sorrells is a great-grandmother to three great-grandchildren. Though she has lived more than 100 years, this Centenarian describes herself and her life in three simple words.

Mildred Sorrells sings along to a classic tune at her 101st birthday party May 7 with fellow Nightingale Suites residents at Springwood Retirement Campus. Photo by Sara Van Cleve “I’m just me,” Sorrells said. Sorrells said she doesn’t have the secret to a long life, but she thinks one thing might have helped.

“I’ve lived a simple life,” she said. “We didn’t do extra things, but we would do something when we could. And we had good food, even during the war.”

ArvAdA news in A hurry Gluten Free Things official provider for LePeep

Arvada-based business Gluten Free Things is now the exclusive provider of gluten-free products for the LePeep restaurant chain. LePeep has been voted the No. 1 breakfast and brunch restaurant by numerous newspapers and food critics nationwide. Nine Front Range restaurant follow the LePeep gluten-free product procedure.

League of Women Voters to host legislative wrap-up meeting

The League of Women Voters will discuss the details of a number of bills passed by the Colorado legislature and how those bills will affect residents. The League plans to meet 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Sportline, 6543 Wadsworth Blvd. Bills to be discussed include civil unions, voting rights, gun control, health care, higher education, fiscal opportunity, reproductive choice and juvenile direct file. For more information, call 720-898-0821.

Arvada West senior runner-up for DAR Good Citizen award

Cord Hansen, a senior at Arvada West

High School, is the runner-up for the state’s Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen award. The DAR Good Citizens Committee was established in 1934; today about 11,000 schools nationally participate in the competition. To qualify for this award, Hansen submitted an essay titled “Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It.” Hansen exhibited dependability, service, leadership and patriotism to be chosen as the state runner-up, according to the DAR.

Hudak to host legislative wrap-up town hall meeting May 18

Sen. Evie Hudak will host a town hall meeting at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 18, at the Standley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St. Discussion of the Colorado state legislative session is planned.

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Nurse RN, LPN, or MA

Part-time Thursday, Friday 830 -5:30 SOME SAT 9am-1pm 20-25 hrs /wk, Patient care, vaccine admin, vitals, and lab. Electronic Health Record EPIC Pediatric Office near Park Meadows area fax 303-689-9628 email: m.ripperton@pediatrics5280.com

Office Clerk needed in

Franktown. 40 hrs/wk. $16.40 /hr + benefits. Computer skills reqd. Bkgd in agriculture preferred. Email resume to: cwbennett@ultimaservices.com with "Franktown" in subject line

Outside Sales

BF Sales Engineering, Inc. is looking for an Outside Sales Person with experience in Pumps and Process Equipment. Employer located in Golden. Please email resume to: jhasse@bfsales.com Please, no phone calls.

Part time/midday hours.

Long time professional office, established local Castle Rock business. Strong computer skills and communication skills. Call 303-688-7300 or send resume to GreatWestREC@gmail.com.

Receptionist

part-time 24-30 hours per week, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and some Sat hours 8-5 Busy Pediatric office near Park Meadows area. Duties scheduling, phones, check-in and scanning Fax 303-689-9628 or email m.ripperton@pediatrics5280.com

Underground Construction:

Immediately hiring experienced crews for phone line burial. Prefer experience but will train motivated workers. Must be a U.S. citizen, have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, a good driving record, and reliable transportation. Excellent pay for hard workers. Call 303-360-0086.

MISC./CAREER TRAINING WORK ON JET ENGINES - Train for hands on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 800-481-8612. ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE 100%. *MEDICAL, *BUSINESS, *CRIMINAL JUSTICE, *HOSPITALITY, *WEB. JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE. COMPUTER AND FINANCIAL AID IF QUALIFIED. SCHEV AUTHORIZED. CALL 888-211-6487 WWW.CENTURAONLINE.COM ADOPTION ADOPTION - Happily married, natureloving couple wishes to adopt a baby. We promise love, laughter, education, and security. Expenses paid. www.DonaldAndEsther.com. (Se habla español.) 1-800-965-5617

Help Wanted SUMMER WORK!!!

GREAT PAY!!! FT/PT sched. Cust. Sales/Service All Ages 17+ / Cond. apply. Littleton: 303-274-3608 Arvada: 303-426-4755 Lakewood: 303-274-8824 Aurora: 303-367-3422 Brighton: 303-659-4244 Castle Rock: 303-660-1550 www.summerbreakwork.com

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

Hiring Range: $53,959 - $62,052 DOQ/E. Unbelievable benefit package and exceptional opportunity to serve LOTS &gaming ACREAGE EDUCATION in Colorado’s premiere community located 18 milesS owest of Golden. The City supports C o l o r a d o L i q u i d a t i o n S a l e its ! employees 60 Face the World is currently registering voland appreciates great service! If you are interested in a c r e s o n l y $ 3 9 , 9 0 0 Rocky Mtn views. unteer host families for the 2013 school serving a unique historical city and enjoy Owner working with Sur veyed, utilities, low bank financing. year. FMI Lasha 9 7 0 - 3 2 4 - 6 3 0 3 mustpopulations sell! Call anytime 866-696-5263 Lasha@FaceTheWorld.ORG diverse visit www.cityofblackhawk.org for application documents and more information on the GUN SHOW Black Hawk Police Department. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, validTRAINING Colorado driver’s license MISC./CAREER TANNER GUN SHOW.com with a safe driving record and at least 21 years of age. 500 TABLES LOVELAND “THE RANCH” Candidates who submitted applications within the EXIT 259 OFF I-25 past 6 months will not be considered for this position WORK ON JET ENGINES - Train for hands on LOVELAND, CO vacancy. To be considered for this limited opportunity, Aviation Career. FAA approved program. MAY 25 & 26 a completed Cityif application, Background Financial aid qualified - JobPolice placement SAT. 9AM - 5PM / SUN. 9AM - 4PM Questionnaire copies of certifications assistance. and CALL Aviation Institute ofmust be ON SITE CCW CLASS Maintenance 800-481-8612. received by the closing date, Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Admission $8 $1 OFF COUPON at 4:00 P.M., MDST, Attention: Employee Services, City of Black Hawk, P.O. Box 68, Black Hawk, CO 80422, HELP WANTED or byATTEND fax toCOLLEGE 303-582-0848. Application documents ONLINE 100%. *MEDICAL, may*BUSINESS, be obtained from JUSTICE, www.cityofblackhawk.org. *CRIMINAL *HOSPITALITY, Indian Creek Express PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE. noteJOBthat we are not able to COMPUTER accept e-mailed HIRING Local, OTR & O/O DRIVERS Class-A CDL Please - *WEB. AND FINANCIAL IF QUALIFIED. 2 yrs Exp.REQ. Pay $53-65K/yr, Per diem,applications at thisAIDtime. EOE. SCHEV AUTHORBenefits, Practical Miles, No Touch, Paid/Home weekly, 877-273-3582

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arc Thrift Stores, a non-profit organization, is accepting applications for Full Time and Part Time Scheduling Representatives in our donations Call Center. Fun and casual work environment. The Full Time schedule is 40 hours per week including Saturdays. Part Time schedules are 21 hours per week, working 5 days per week including Saturdays and Sundays. This position is responsible for making outgoing calls to schedule donation pick-ups and involves no selling. 6-months directly related experience, excellent telephone skills and 25 wpm typing required. Must be at least 18 years of age & pass a criminal background check. Starting Wage is $8.25/hour with an increase to $8.50/hour after completion of 90-day orientation period. Complete an application at: 5935 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80216. Located on RTD route #8.

Valet Attendant openings in Black Hawk CO.

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

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George Town Village

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

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

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

Estate/Yard Sale

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

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

Gigantic Moving Sale EVERYTHING MUST GO!

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

Moving Liquidation Sale

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

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

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

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

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

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Yard Sale May 17th & 18th 8-4 Englewood Area Corona & Dartmouth Jewelry, Dressers, plus much more! 60 years of collectables

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

Estate Sales Huge Estate Sale

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

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

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

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TRANSPORTATION Autos for Sale 2000 A6 Audi Avant

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

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

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

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

Wanted Cash for all Cars and Trucks

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

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Instruction

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Lost and Found Art Workshop:

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

Misc. Notices Men of all ages!

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

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

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

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Mary (Paige Larson), left, and Mike (Kurt Brighton) – her married doctor boyfriend – try to comfort Teresa (Lisa DeCaro) in “The Memory of Water” playing at the Miners Alley Playhouse. Photos Courtesy of Sarah Roshan

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here’s nothing like a funeral to bring out the best and worst in a family, oftentimes to both tragic and hilarious effect.

Sisters (from left to right) Teresa (Lisa DeCaro), Mary (Paige Larson) and Catherine (Emily Paton Davies) go through their mothers effects in “The Memory of Water,” currently on stage at the Miners Alley Playhouse. Courtesy of Sarah Roshan

“The Memory of Water,” the latest production at the Miners Alley Playhouse, shows how three sisters come together after the death of the their mother and examines how memory changes over time. The play will be staged through May 26 at the theater, 1224 Washington Ave. in Golden. Showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. “I came across the script a couple years ago, but it wasn’t right for what I was doing at the time, so it’s been on the back burner for a while,” said Paige Larson, Miners Alley artistic director and an actor in the show. “For our last season (as artistic director) I came back to it and thought it was just a great story — funny, poignant and lovely.” The story takes place in England in the 1990s, as eldest daughter Teresa (Lisa DeCaro), middle child Mary (Larson) and youngest daughter Catherine (Emily Paton Davies) gather together for the first time in a long time because of their mother Vi’s (Deborah Curtis) funeral. The sisters don’t really get along, Larson said, and they all have different and conflicting memories of their childhoods, which causes a lot of friction and misunderstanding as they try to sort out their past lives and how it shaped their futures. As if dealing with old family issues wasn’t enough, Frank (Matthew BloodSmyth), Teresa’s husband and Mike (Kurt Brighton), a married doctor with whom Mary has been having a five year affair, also show up for the funeral. “The subject sounds really heavy and it has it’s moments, but there is just a lot of great British humor in it,” Larson said. “The sisters constantly pick at each other, and it’s in this great snarky way.” The play is directed by John Arp, in his second time directing at the theater. Arp is primarily known for his work as an actor, which gives him a unique ap-

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

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

Makes cents

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

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When I wrote two weeks ago that an inside source had “dished” about Oprah Winfrey’s upcoming appearance at the Denver-based satellite company Dish Parker continues on Page 21

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THURSDAY/MAY 16 EDIBLE LANDSCAPING Learn about edible landscape plants and practices so you can create your own beautiful, productive landscape in this free class at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Topics include plant choices, soil preparation and efficient watering for drought conditions, as well as design, planning and maintenance. The focus will be on vegetables, with some edible flowers. Register in advance by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at 303-450-8935 or jsanchez@northglenn.org. THURSDAY/MAY 16 CANDLELIGHT VIGIL The city and

the Northglenn Police Department will host a memorial to honor Northglenn Police Cpl. E.B. Rains Jr. and other peace officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The fallen officer memorial candlelight vigil is from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16, in E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11801 Community Center Drive. In 1984, Rains responded to a call at a city residence, where he was shot. Webster Lake Park was renamed E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park the next year.

THURSDAY/MAY 16 BLENDED FAMILIES Join Integrative Counseling to learn how to improve the functioning of your blended family and learn evidence-based parenting concepts and practical tips for implementation. The workshop is from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at 651 Corporate Circle, Suite 120, Golden. Childcare is available on site. Register at www. IntegrativeCounselingLLC.com on the

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MONDAY/MAY 20 GENTLE YOGA Living Water Spiritual Community will offer gentle body-mind yoga for beginners and those managing chronic pain at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 6, and Monday, May 20, at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Bring a mat, blanket and water bottle. Email yogawithjammie@ gmail.com. TUESDAYS MAY 21, 28 FAMILY CAREGIVER workshops Are you caring for an aging parent or relative with Alzheimer’s disease. Find out about what causes dementia and the signs to watch for a free Alzheimer’s family caregiver workshops from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in May at Home Instead Senior Care, 2095 S. Pontiac Way, Denver. Call 303-389-5700; RSVP by the Friday before the workshop you want to attend. THURSDAY AND FRIDAY/MAY 16-17 GOLDEN HIGH School: The school’s

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Network’s annual retailer convention in San Antonio this month and had made diva-like demands, John Hall with Dish corporate communications took exception to what the insider told me. Here’s what Hall had to say: “Oprah Winfrey graciously accepted our invitation to join our Team Summit retailer convention later this month. We are happy to welcome her to the Dish family to spend some time with employees and retailers from across the country. As partners, Ms. Winfrey, OWN and Discovery have been a pleasure to work with and we look forward to our time together later this month.” So there!

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MAY 23 COMMUNITY COFFEE Rep. Tracy Kraft-Tharp’s next Community Coffee is Thursday, May 23. We’ll talk about the legislative session. Community coffees take place twice on the fourth Thursday of each month. The Arvada coffee is from 8-9 a.m. (time change) at La Dolce Vita in Olde Town Arvada, 5756 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. The Westminster coffee is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 10450 Town Center Drive, Westminster. FRIDAY/MAY 27 LEGION EVENTS American Legion Post 161 is at 6230 W. 60th Ave., Arvada. Upcoming Legion events: MEMORIAL DAY ceremony and parade: Ceremony is at 10 a.m. Monday, May 27, at the west end of the Arvada Cemetery. Parade is at 11 a.m. from 60th Avenue and Lamar Street to 53rd and Marshall Street. Both events are presented by the Arvada VFW and American Legion. ECURRING EVENTS DOG TRAINER Become a dog trainer with Misha May Foundation Dog Training and Rescue, using behavior science, holistic approaches and positive reinforcement techniques tailored to each individual dog, pet parent and specific situation. Learn to evaluate behavior, design exercises, coach humans, handle dogs, deliver presentations, and resolve and prevent a variety of behavior problems. Classes in Denver and Lakewood.

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

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The Colorado Plus Brew Pub opened May 13 in the old Valente’s Italian Restaurant space in Wheat Ridge. Located at 6995 West 38th Avenue, Colorado Plus will feature 56 Colorado craft beers on tap and a full kitchen. Colorado Plus chef Doug Sattem plans to create fresh homemade sausages and gourmet sliders.

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ARVADA RUNNING Club is offering $1,200 in college track or cross-country scholarships to one or two graduating high school girls for the 2013-14 school year. Eligible students must live in Arvada and/or attend an Arvada-area high school and plan to participate in a formal track or cross-country program during their freshman year in college. This is the third year in a row the club has offered scholarship funds. Applications are available on Arvada high school Naviance websites. For more information, contact arvadarunningclub@gmail. com or ltkrapes@msn.com. RECURRING THROUGH MAY CHOIR AUDITIONS Auditions for P’zazz Children’s Choir and Dynamix Singers will take place from 3-6 p.m. daily through May. P’zazz is for singers ages 9-12. Singers should prepare the Star-Spangled Banner, sung a cappella. The choir meets from 4:14-6:15 p.m. Mondays at Studio, 11905 W. 107th Ave., Broomfield. Dynamix is for singers ages 13-18, and singers should prepare a song with a CD track and the StarSpangled Banner. The choir meets from 4:14-6:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Studio. Visit www.singpzazz.com for information, or call Jeannie Card for audition appointment, 303-466-8275.

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MAY 17 LUAU AS part of the Festive Friday

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FRIDAY CINEMA Living Water Spiritual Community presents its Friday Cinema program at 7 p.m. May 17 at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Participate in discussions, sharing of viewpoints, life experiences, and a whole lot of fun. Popcorn and candy are available. Discussion will follow the feature presentation. Some films may have language or subject matter unsuitable for children. Contact Kay Ford Johnsen for information at 720933-4964 or email kayfordjohnsEn@ aol.com.

RABBI INSTALLATION Rabbi Joel Schwartzman will be installed as Rabbi Emeritus at 7 p.m. Friday, May 17, at Congregation B’nai Chaim, 4716 S. Coors Lane. Refreshments will be provided following the service. Call 303-697-2668 or visit our website at www.bnaichaim. org for information. MAY 18 SKATESHOP APPRECIATION Square State Skate will have its second annual Skateshop Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 18, at the 40,000-square-foot Arvada Skatepark. The day celebrates core, skater-owned skateshops in Colorado and around the county. Activities will include best trick contests, challenges, prizes, demos from the shops’ riders, skate-related games and direct instruction for the younger kids. Community Skate Shop will host a barbecue and some of Square State Skate’s snack sponsors (from their Balanced Kids Initiative) will provide snacks. Contact Brian Ball at 720-394-5749 or e-mail squarestateskate@gmail.com. Find us on the web at www.squarestateskate.com. Recurring Events continues on Page 22

RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 17 FIREHOUSE QUILTS is looking for quilt entries for its eighth annual quilt show to support its mission of helping children in crisis. The special theme this

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ROCK CLIMBING — The Northglenn Recreational Alternative Programming series for ages 11-18 plans a rock climbing trip from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Red Rock Canyon. This lesson is open to any level of climber. Pack a lunch, wear athletic clothing, have sunscreen and bring plenty of water. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register. Meet at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive.

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LANDFILL DAY — Free landfill day, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, offers Northglenn residents an opportunity to dispose of items that are too large to fit in a polycart. Tires and appliances with Freon are not accepted at the landfill. Call for a special pick up for these items at 303-450-4004. All loads to the landfill must be covered. Proof of residency such as a driver’s license and/or current utility bill is required. Front Range Landfill is at 1830 Weld County Road 5, Erie. Call 303-450-4004 for more information.

can take a class from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. The course teaches skills such as CPR, first aid, growth and development, safety, feeding, discipline, diapering and bathing. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.

BASKETBALL CHALLENGE — Youth ages 9 to 14 can

take on officers of the Northglenn Police Department in a good-natured basketball game as part of National Police Week.

The Kops vs. Kids basketball challenge is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. Immediately after, the cops will play against North Metro Fire Rescue firefighters in an exhibition. Sponsored by the Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association. Call 303-450-8800 or go to www.northglenn.org/recxpress to register.

COMING SOON/MAY 18-19 UPCOMING CONCERT — West Side Chorale presents “One Voice, Many Songs” at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2100 Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood; and at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at Peace Lutheran Church, 5675 Field St., Arvada. For information and to buy tickets, call 720-232-7825 or visit www.WestSideChorale.org. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 19 THEATER SHOW — The Edge Theatre presents “The Shadow Box” from April 19 to May 19 at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Parking is free. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 6 p.m. Sundays. Call 303-521-8041 or visit

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COMING SOON/MAY 19 ICE CREAM — May is National Preservation Month, and in celebration, the Northglenn Historic Preservation Foundation is having an enormous ice cream sundae that is free for the public. Also, enjoy music from the Denver Jazz Club Youth All-Stars and check out exhibits at the car show. Northglenn’s largest ice cream sundae will be served from 1 p.m. until the ice cream is gone, Sunday, May 19, at Stonehocker Farmhouse, 10950 Fox Run Parkway. For information, contact Mayor Joyce Downing at 720-232-4402 or nhpf1999@aol.com. COMING SOON/MAY 20 INVESTING EDUCATION — West Metro Real Estate investing education group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, May 20, at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Meet in classroom 1. Recurring Events continues on Page 23

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COMING SOON/MAY 20 YOGA CLASS — Gentle Body-Mind Yoga specifically for beginners and those managing chronic pain is at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 20, at Living Water Spiritual Community, 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Bring a mat, blanket and water bottle. A love offering will be taken. Email yogawithjammie@gmail. com or call 720-935-4000. COMING SOON/MAY 21 BUSINESS EXPO — The Denver Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce business expo is from 5:50-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at McNichols Building, 144 W. Colfax Ave., Denver. The event is free and everyone is welcome. Come and network with gay and gay-friendly business professionals and owners. COMING SOON/MAY 21 PROSPERITY PICTURE — A free Long

Term Care Insurance & Your Prosperity Picture class is offered at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at the Northglenn Recreation Center, 11801 Community Center Drive. The free class will go over two financial topics. First, learn about long-term care insurance, including options in funding a policy and what to look for when selecting a policy. Then, create your prosperity picture through a five-step system to manage your money, design your life and create your future. All attendees will be able to sit for a special Mother’s Day photo compliments of professional photographer Chris Douglas. Register in advance for these classes by contacting Jeanette Sánchez at jsanchez @northglenn.org or 303-450-8935.

COMING SOON/MAY 22 DEEKSHA — Experience the waves of crystalline sound and energetic healing of deeksha from 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, at Living Water Spiritual Community, 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada. Bring a mat, blanket and pillow. Call 720-935-4000. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 22, ON WEDNESDAYS WILDLIFE ART — Discover wild animals

from Australia, South America and Africa, from giant lizards and poisonous frogs to deadly snakes. Use a variety of fun art techniques to examine these fascinating inhabitants of our planet. The eight-week session for ages 6-12 meets from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays from April 3 to May 22 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Bring a healthy snack each week. Register by March 29 at www.arvada.org/ nature. Instructor is David Sullivan.

RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 26 SPRING EXHIBIT — Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art presents its spring exhibit “The Museum of Broken Relationships,”through May 26. Visit bmoca.org, email brokenships@bmoca.org or call 303-443-2122 for information. Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is at 1750 13th St., Boulder. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 26 THEATER SHOW —Miners Alley Playhouse presents “The Memory of Water” at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 6 p.m. Sundays, from April 19 to May 26. A 2 p.m. show is planned on Sunday, May 26. Call 303-935-3044 or online at www.minersalley. com for tickets and more information. Miners Alley Playhouse is at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 31 EXHIBIT OPENING — The Rocky Flats Cold War Museum, 5612 Yukon St., Arvada, presents Doug Waterfield’s exhibit of oil and acrylic paintings “This is not a Test: The Atomic Art of Doug Waterfield.”The exhibit opens with a wine and cheese reception from 6-9 p.m. Friday, April 19, and the exhibit runs through May 31. Visit www. dougwaterfield.com. Admission is free. Visit www.rockyflatsmuseum.org. RECURRING/THROUGH MAY 31 JUNIOR GARDEN camp — Star Acre Farms and the Jefferson Conservation District offer a junior master gardener certificate course for students entering third through eighth grades. Kids will engage in hands-on farm activities such as planting, growing,

and harvesting and discuss topics like water conservation, insects and plant disease, soil types, etc. Classes meet from 8-10 a.m. (third through fifth grades) and 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (sixth through eighth grades) for eight weeks, from June 11 to July 30 at Star Acre Farms, 8412 N. Alkire St., Arvada. Space is limited. Contact Kaitlin Fischer at 720-544-2869 or Kaitlin.Fischer@co.nacdnet. net to sign up today.

RECURRING/MONTHLY THROUGH MAY 31 FAMILY CONCERTS — The Music Train and Swallow Hill Music presents the family concert series, at 4 p.m. the second Sunday of each month through May at Swallow Hill Music Association, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver; and at 4 p.m. the third Saturday of each month through May at the D-Note, 7519 Grandview Ave., Arvada. For information and tickets, visit http://ridethemusictrain.com. RECURRING/THROUGH JULY 20

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High School commencements Alameda 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 21 Boettcher Concert Hall Arvada West 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 CU Events Center Pomona 10 a.m. Thursday, May 23 CU Events Center Green Mountain 2 p.m. Thursday, May 23 Rod Rocks Amphitheatre Golden 9 a.m. Friday, May 24

NAAC Arvada 10 a.m. Friday, May 24 Ellie Caulkins Opera House Ralston Valley 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24 CU Events Center Wheat Ridge 2 p.m. Friday, May 24 Ellie Caulkins Opera House Jefferson Academy 3 p.m. Friday, May 24 Colorado School of

PAINTED CATS — Cat Care Society will raise money with its “Tails of the Painted Cats”tour, which ends Saturday, July 20, at a gala dinner and auction at Pinehurst Country Club. Visit the online gallery at http://www. catcaresociety.org/paintedcatsgallery.html. Visit http://www.catcaresociety.org.

Mines Standley Lake 7 p.m. Friday, May 24 D’Evelyn Junior/Senior High School 9 a.m. Saturday, May 25 Ellie Caulkins Opera House Lakewood 10 a.m. Saturday, May 25 CU Events Center Faith Christian Academy 7 p.m. Friday, May 24 Family Worship Center

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RECURRING KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION —

Vanderhoof Elementary School is accepting registrations for incoming kindergarten. Students must be 5 years old by Oct. 1, 2013, in order to register for kindergarten. Vanderhoof has both a traditional half-day program and a tuition-based full day program. The school is at 5875 Routt Court, Arvada, and registration hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Go online to jeffcopublicschools.org and follow the prompts for registration information on Jeffco Connect. Once your student has been entered online you will need to bring copies of their birth certificate, immunization records and proof of residency to the school. Choice enrollments are accepted on a space available basis. If you have any questions or would like additional information, call the Vanderhoof office at 303-982-2744.

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Ralston Valley beats Fort Collins but fails to advance Mustangs blanked by No. 5 Cherry Creek on their home turf By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com GREENWOOD VILLAGE — Ralston Valley’s baseball season has been a rollercoaster ride that finally came to an end. The No. 12 Mustangs won the first game in district competition beating No. 21 Fort Collins 4-0 Saturday at Cherry Creek High School. However, they were beat up by No. 5 Cherry Creek 13-0 later that afternoon ending their streaky season. “We had an up and down season to say the least,” Ralston Valley coach Shane Freehling said. “But we have a good team, and we have had a really good season, and I am proud of these guys.” Behind a brilliant complete game pitching performance by junior Daniel Jurney who threw seven innings of four hit baseball, Ralston Valley cruised to a comfortable win over Fort Collins. Junior Jacob Knipp provided the offense hitting a massive two-run first inning home run. The 2-0 cushion that Knipp provided allowed Jurney to let loose on Fort Collins’ lineup. “That first-inning home run kind of set the tone for us and took a lot of pressure off. And when you get pitching performances like the one Daniel gave us, we are hard to beat,” Freehling said. But the power went out during their second game against Cherry Creek — who is looked at as one of the elite teams in all of 5A. Senior Dan Skipper didn’t make it out of the third inning, and the Bruins were tagged for 11 runs in the third inning. Cherry Creek combined for 15 hits in four innings before the game was called under the 10-run rule. And less than two hours later after the Mustangs got an emotional victory over Fort Collins their season was ended by senior Griffin Jax who gave up only four hits. But Ralston Valley’s inconsistent play as been the consistent theme of their season. The Mustangs finished fourth in 5A Jeffco (12-9, 4-4) but they also finished just two games behind league champion Dakota Ridge. In addition, they showed they were as good as any team in their league with wins over Dakota Ridge, Standley Lake and Chatfield, the three teams who finished in front of them in 5A Jeffco. The Mustangs have eight seniors they will lose to graduation but they also have eight juniors on their roster.

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Talent galore at track league championships Evergreen boys and girls team champs but most schools shine By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com LAKEWOOD — Evergreen had the green light as they sped through Jeffco’s marquee track and field event. Both Evergreen’s boys and girls claimed team titles as the boys finished with a Jeffco best team score of 222 and the girls with a 193 at the Jeffco Track & Field League Championships Saturday at Jeffco Stadium. Chatfield finished with the best 5A boys team score with 175.5 points and the top 5A girls team was Lakewood with 175.5 points. D’Evelyn and Ralston Valley also produced notable team scores with the Jaguars’ boys finishing in fourth with 159 points and their girls in second with 199 points. The Mustangs’ boys finished in third with 176 points and their girls finished in fourth with 151 points. That included senior Hunter Price winning both the 5A high jump (604.00) and triple jump (43-03.00) events. D’Evelyn had 11 all-conference performers including Sarah Porter who was the discus champion with a throw of 106-02. Porter also took second in the shot put. “Our girls did a really good job as expected but our boys came out and stepped up and finished better than we could have anticipated. They were awesome, they had a great meet,” D’Evelyn coach Lisa Porter said. Wheat Ridge’s boys finished in 13th and their girls in seventh place. Junior Jessica Storey was as the fastest woman in 4A winning the 100 meter dash in 13.02. The Farmers also won the 200 me-

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D’Evelyn senior Sarah Porter is 4A Jeffco’s discus champion. Photo courtesy of Lisa Porter ter dash when freshman Susan Whitney blew by the field in 27.11 But there wasn’t a Jeffco school that didn’t shine in one event or another during the meet. “There is a ton of track and field talent in Jeffco in both classes,” Pomona coach Jeff Donnell said. “Every single year the quality of talent continues to improve in our league.” Pomona’s boys took seventh and their girls took ninth. That included senior Damian Lockhart’s first-place shot put throw of 50 feet, 8 inches.

Not to be forgotten was the performances of multiple Golden athletes. The Demons’ boys finished fifth and their girls sixth, but they had numerous strong performances including junior Jessica King’s 4A title winning triple jump of 35-06.75. King also took second in the high jump. In addition, senior Alex Inscoe won the 100- and 200-meter dashes capping an incredible solo performance that included third in the 400 meter dash.

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D’Evelyn shocked by 30th seeded Windsor Faith Christian rolls; Farmers come up just short By Daniel Williams

dwilliams@ourcoloradonews.com LAKEWOOD - In one of the biggest upsets in recent memory D’Evelyn baseball was bounced in their first game of districts Saturday on their home field. The No. 3 Jaguars were

beaten by 30th seeded Windsor 9-3. Windsor went on to beat No. 14 Cheyenne Mountain 6-4 to win District 7 at D’Evelyn High School. D’Evelyn hadn’t lost in a month and was coming off nine straight wins. D’Evelyn (18-2, 13-1) ended its season as the 4A Jeffco league champion

finishing five wins better than the next best team in their league. The Jaguars will graduate 10 seniors but have seven underclassmen returning.

EAGLES DOMINATE DISTRICTS

Faith Christian again proved to be one of the best teams in 3A winning the district title on Saturday at Faith Christian High School. The No. 2 Eagles (18-2, 15-0) beat No. 31 The Academy 11-1 and then beat No. 18 The Classical Academy 9-2. The two senior Tyler’s — Tyler Tucker and Tyler Deven — both came up big for the Eagles each scoring twice in their win over The Academy. Faith Christian will now face Lamar Friday at 12:30 p.m. at Jackson Field in Greeley.

FARMERS RALLY FALLS SHORT

Faith Christian’s Luke Bote rounding third and heading home. Photos by Daniel Williams

Wheat Ridge baseball lost a slugfest to Canon City 14-11 Saturday at Air Academy High School. Down 8-4 in the fifth inning, the No. 13 Farmers rallied and took a 10-8 lead. However, No. 22 Canon City would score three runs in the sixth inning and three more in the seventh putting an end to Wheat Ridge’s season. Wheat Ridge out hit Canon City 13-11 but the

Tigers got a three-run home run from Jarred Mews that was the difference in the game. Still, the Farmers (1010, 8-6) ended their season on the upswing winning eight straight games at one point after starting the season 1-4.

TIGERS TAMED BY REGIS

Lakewood’s season ended with a 7-3 loss Saturday at Regis Jesuit High School. The No. 25 Tigers (10-10, 4-4) took a 1-0 lead in the first inning and got great pitching early but No. 5 Regis scored two runs in the fourth inning and three more runs in the fifth. Lakewood senior’s Riley Collins and George Coughlin each had multi-hit efforts. But three errors committed by the Tigers ended any chances they had at a victory.

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Letters to tHe editor Challenges tax benefits of Wal-Mart in Arvada The very basic economics of a WalMart store at any location are extremely weak. The City of Arvada and their city-supported Arvada Urban Renewal Authority claim a Wal-Mart store will provide much needed tax revenue for the City. This claim is false. For starters, the City or AURA will provide “incremental tax incentives” to Wal-Mart to subsidize the redevelopment of the shopping center. Therefore, the city will receive a lower tax rate and less dollars. The Walton family will receive these tax dollars as a perk for opening another store in their profitable empire. The six members of the Walton family control more money than the bottom 40 percent of Americans, which includes

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all of their employees and most of their shoppers. The claim by the City and AURA that the store will produce more tax income is beyond ridiculous. Who pays those taxes? US that’s who! All in all, we would be better off to simply raise property taxes than to build another store for Wal-Mart. The City and AURA claim the Wal-Mart store will add over 200 local jobs. This claim on the face is true. However, like all politicians, the local officials elected to represent us like to tell us half-truths. The 200 jobs are part-time, low-wage and dead-end positions. Partly because of the extremely low wages and partly due to nearly zero of the jobs being full time, the store, like all Wal-Mart stores, will not produce any living wage jobs. Cyrus Pyle Arvada

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The Apex Park and Recreation District, hereinafter referred to as Owner, is accepting Proposals for Storm Water Upgrades, Site Grading Concrete Work and Fencing at The Apex Pickle Ball Courts located at the Apex Simms Street Center (11706 W 82nd Ave., Arvada, CO 80005). Instructions to Proposers may be picked up at the Apex Center (13150 W 72nd Ave Arvada, Co 80005) beginning, Friday May 17, 2013, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm at the Guest Services Desk. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the site on Tuesday, May 21st at 9:00am. Sealed Proposals will be received at the Apex Center until 2:00pm local time, May 31, 2013. Proposals received after this time will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. No Proposal may be withdrawn within a period of thirty (30) days after the deadline to receive Proposals. The Owner reserves the right to award contracts by sections, to reject any or all Proposals, and to waive any informalities and irregularities therein. All Contractors must be licensed in the State of Colorado. This Project is scheduled to commence upon awarded Contract, with a completion date on or before September 30, 2013 By: Justin Howe, District Services Manager Apex Park and Recreation District Arvada, Colorado Legal Notice No.: 20376 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 16, 2013 Publisher: The Golden Transcript and the Arvada Press

Government Legals PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing will be held before the Arvada Planning Commission on June 4, 2013, at 6:30 p.m., Arvada Municipal Building, 8101 Ralston Rd., Arvada, when and where you may speak on the matter to consider a Preliminary Development Plan for ARVADA PLAZA REDEVELOPMENT/WALMART STORE, and Conditional Use Permit to allow a financial institution (bank) with a drive-thru facility, located at 9212 W. 58th Ave. Additional information can be obtained from the Community Development Dept. or written comments may be filed therewith no later than 8 days prior to the hearing. CITY OF ARVADA PLANNING ' COMMISSION /s/ David Goff Secretary Legal Notice No.: 80093 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 16, 2013 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript Public Notice REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Apex Park and Recreation District, hereinafter referred to as Owner, is accepting Proposals for Court Surfacing at The Apex Pickle Ball Courts located at the Apex Simms Street Center (11706 W 82nd Ave., Arvada, CO 80005). Instructions to Proposers may be picked up at the Apex Center (13150 W 72nd Ave Arvada, Co 80005) beginning, Friday May 17, 2013, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm at the Guest Services Desk. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the site on Tuesday, May 21st at 10:00am. Sealed Proposals will be received at the Apex Center until 2:00pm local time, May 31, 2013. Proposals received after this time will not be accepted

The Apex Park and Recreation District, hereinafter referred to as Owner, is accepting Proposals for Court Surfacing at The Apex Pickle Ball Courts located at the Apex Simms Street Center (11706 W 82nd Ave., Arvada, CO 80005). Instructions to Proposers may be picked up at the Apex Center (13150 W 72nd Ave Arvada, Co 80005) beginning, Friday May 17, 2013, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm at the Guest Services Desk. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the site on Tuesday, May 21st at 10:00am. Sealed Proposals will be received at the Apex Center until 2:00pm local time, May 31, 2013. Proposals received after this time will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. No Proposal may be withdrawn within a period of thirty (30) days after the deadline to receive Proposals. The Owner reserves the right to award contracts by sections, to reject any or all Proposals, and to waive any informalities and irregularities therein.

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All Contractors must be licensed in the State of Colorado. This Project is scheduled to commence upon awarded Contract, with a completion date on or before September 30, 2013 By: Justin Howe, District Services Manager Apex Park and Recreation District Arvada, Colorado Legal Notice No.: 20377 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 16, 2013 Publisher: The Golden Transcript and the Arvada Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., June 4, 2013 to Thoutt Bros. Concrete Contractors, Inc. for work related to Project No. 12-ST-12 – 2012 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement and performed under that contract dated May 9, 2012 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that furnished labor, material, drayage, sustenance, provisions or other supplies used or consumed by said contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., June 4, 2013 to Thoutt Bros. Concrete Contractors, Inc. for work related to Project No. 12-ST-12 – 2012 Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement and performed under that contract dated May 9, 2012 for the City of Arvada. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that furnished labor, material, drayage, sustenance, provisions or other supplies used or consumed by said contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done by said Thoutt Bros. Concrete Contractors, Inc. and its claim has not been paid, may at any time on or prior to the hour of the date above stated, file with the Finance Director of the City of Arvada at City Hall, a verified statements of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Dated this May 9, 2013 CITY OF ARVADA /s/ Kristen R. Rush Deputy City Clerk

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Legal Notice No.: 80094 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 23, 2013 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Kipling Ridge Metropolitan District of Jefferson County, Colorado, will make final payment at the financial offices of the District: CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 500, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111, at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2013 to Concrete Express, Inc. at 2027 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204 (the “Contractor”), for the Lee Street Extension Improvements. Any individual, corporation, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, limited liability company, partnership, association, or other legal entity that has furnished labor, materials, sustenance, or other supplies used or consumed by the Contractor or its

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Kipling Ridge Metropolitan District of Jefferson County, Colorado, will make final payment at the financial offices of the District: CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 500, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111, at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2013 to Concrete Express, Inc. at 2027 W. Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204 (the “Contractor”), for the Lee Street Extension Improvements.

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Any individual, corporation, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, limited liability company, partnership, association, or other legal entity that has furnished labor, materials, sustenance, or other supplies used or consumed by the Contractor or its subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies laborers, rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the Contractor or its subcontractors may, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Said verified statement must be filed with the Kipling Ridge Metropolitan District, c/o CliftonLarsonAllen LLP at the above address and at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release the Kipling Ridge Metropolitan District, its Board of Directors, officers, agents and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS KIPLING RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ Denise Denslow District Manager Legal Notice No.: 80096 First Publication: May 16, 2013 Last Publication: May 23, 2013 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript And the Arvada Press

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