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Jeffco explores pilot programs for pot industry Discussions ongoing with moratorium till Jan. 1 2016 By Amy Woodward
awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com The marijuana business moratorium may have been extended until Jan. 1 2016, but the Board of County Commissioners is brainstorming if, and how, the marijuana industry will fit in unincorporated Jeffco. In a discussion led by Commissioner Don Rosier, questions surrounding pilot programs for business owners in the marijuana testing and manufacturing industries were directed at county attorneys who will be researching the legalities of allowing for temporary businesses. “They (The Marijuana Task Force Optout) just made a recommendation of ‘no,’ for everything,” Rosier said. “There was a lot of discussion on just retail sales, and it missed all the other components of what went on with Amendment 64 as far as testing, growing, co-ops.” Rosier has expressed considerable interest in the possible admittance of other industry sectors associated with marijuana cultivation in unincorporated Jeffco. “It’s an intriguing idea, obviously the concern we have is vesting property rights,” said Eric Butler, assistant county attorney for Jeffco. “Would this cause an entity that starts up to have a vested property right that we couldn’t take away,” he said. On the other hand, “we do have a precedent for this sort of thing, our Board of Adjustments does allow temporary uses in certain circumstances so it’s not like we’ve never granted a temporary use.” Rosier suggested the pilot program to
Just in time for the holiday, Wheat Ridge residents, Elouise and Curtis Sturtevant, whisper their Christmas wish lists to Santa Claus during Olde Town Arvada’s newest holiday attraction, Santa in the Square, Saturday, Dec. 13. Photo by Crystal Anderson
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City leases equestrian center By Crystal Anderson
canderson@colorado communitymedia.com For Mikia Parker, owning her own equestrian school has been a lifelong dream. Now, she’s on her way to making that dream, a reality. “It’s been my lifelong dream to own my own barn,” Parker said, “it’s a way for me to share all of what I learned and what helped me as a kid, for other kids.” On Nov. 17, the Arvada City Council voted to lease the Indoor Equestrian Center and outlying property to Parker, an equine manager, and her husband, Harry. The property, gifted to the city in late 2012, has remained vacant while the city made initial repairs and prepared to lease the facility. “We wanted a place where the equestrian community could go and do multiple activities,” said Gordon Reusink, director of Parks, Golf and Hospitality for Arvada. “They will be managing all the pieces in a way we hope will allow access for all groups to use this wonderful facility.” The Parkers, lifelong Arvada residents who grew up in the equestrian community, plan to focus on providing youth in the community opportunities to learn how to ride and take care of a horse as well as be-
come equestrians. “We want them (students) to have a good foundation so they can go on and do whatever discipline they want (English or Western),” Parker said. Along with lessons, the Parkers said they plan to use the facility to offer the community as well as students limited boarding, classes, clinics and day camps. The facility will also be open for public use three days a week, and provide opportunities for the community around them. “Our goal is to give students the most well-rounded training experience around horses,” Harry said. “So now they not only know horseback riding, but they understand what makes a horse tick and how to care for a horse and just form the bond between the rider and the horse.” As part of their lease, the Parkers will also host a nonprofit organization, Miracles Therapeutic Riding, a therapeutic riding organization for individuals with disabilities and handicaps, to be more accessible to the community. “She shares a lot of the same goals,” said Harry, “She wants to start small and really build so we can focus on giving everybody really good service, rather than being too big … we really click with her.” The organization will offer lead line, beginning and intermediate riding lessons for both riding disciplines as well as teach
The indoor equestrian center hosts 33 stalls, a tack shop and an arena waiting to be used for a variety of classes, trainings and shows. Photo by Crystal Anderson riders about horse care, grooming and tacking (equipping) a horse. “We just want to be accessible to everyone who wants to learn about equestrian studies or horses,” Harry said. Currently the center can host 32 horses, but the Parkers said they hope to begin several capital improvement projects, such as the footing or ground material on the indoor and outer arenas, and hope to be
open and running in early January. “It has such potential, this place,” Harry said, “to give all the horse knowledge and everything to be more accessible to the community, versus those that just own horses.” For more information contact Mikia Parker at 720-394-0191 or visit their Facebook site, https://www.facebook.com/Arv adaIndoorEquestrianCenter?fref=ts
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Designated drivers keep holidays safe It seems that we can find a top 10 list or the top 10 reasons to do just about anything these days. I mean, everything from places to live, cars to purchase, gadgets to own, rationale to drink coffee or tea, favorite vacation spots, and so many more. If you have ever caught David Letterman’s show, there was a Top 10 list every night, usually designed to make a satirical point. Now, with the holidays upon us, I thought I would encourage us all to drink responsibly, and if we are going to take advantage of the festivities and celebrate with our favorite spirits, to not just consider having a designated driver, but to make the commitment and ensure that we have a designated driver or safe ride home whether it is a taxi, bus, or chauffeured ride of some kind. Maybe it’s our turn to be the DD, the designated driver, or maybe it’s someone else’s turn, but either way, let’s not just celebrate the season, let’s celebrate the fact that we are driving safely and soberly and celebrate all of the DDs out there, especially during this time of year. So here it goes, the Top 10 list — Reasons to Celebrate Having a Designated
Driver: 10) Bragging rights (That’s right, I have a designated driver, don’t you?) 9) Convenience of a ride anywhere we need to go (Isn’t it really all about convenience?) 8) Others will see us as really, really smart (Women and men both love the DDs) 7) Eliminate the worry about how we will get home (Or waking up in some very strange place) 6) Freedom to celebrate as we would like to this year (Jail time is not freedom) 5) Respect from our peers (R.E.S.P.E.C.T. equals coolness!) 4) Avoidance of expensive tickets, legal
fees, and fines (If you can’t pay the fine. don’t do the crime) 3) Avoidance of jail time (Freedom is not jail time) 2) We live to celebrate another day (Party on!) … and the number-one reason is … 1) Safety for ourselves and everyone else on the road (Every day is a good day, just try missing one) If we really take a look at the list above, wouldn’t you agree that we should do everything we can to celebrate and appreciate our DDs? I am not sure about you, but I have the utmost respect for the person who volunteers to be the safety net and make sure that their family and friends arrive home safely. I also have immense respect for the people who are smart enough to plan in advance to have a designated driver in their group when they plan on partying. Parties happen, partying takes place, overindulging is a given in some cases as we celebrate during the holiday season or really at any time of year. And I am amazed and truly appreciative of the people who recognize that they have had
too much and leave their car in the parking lot or at a friend’s house, call a taxi or arrange another ride, and come back in the next day or two to pick up their car. What a great decision and definitely one worth celebrating as we celebrate. According to CDOT there have already been 435 traffic related fatalities here in Colorado in 2014, with 150 of those fatal accidents involving alcohol. As the years winds down, let’s not invite any more unwanted tragedy into our lives and into our communities. Instead, let’s celebrate, appreciate, and love on our designated drivers. How about you? Are you up for some partying this holiday season? And if so, do you have your DD plan in place? I would love to hear all about your designated driver plans at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we all take the time to make our roads safer, it really will be a better than good holiday season. Michael Norton is a Colorado resident and the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
JEFFCO NEWS IN A HURRY New Year’s Eve at the Denver Kickers
Jim Ehrlich and the Polka Mates band will help ring in the New Year at the Denver Kickers Sport Club at 16776 W. 50th Ave., in Golden on Wednesday, Dec. 31, at 7 p.m. Party favors and champagne to toast at midnight included. Tickets for members are $10 with guests paying $15. For ticket purchases, call 303-279-9097 or go to
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Jeffco District Attorney’s Office accepts donation
The Colorado Federal Savings Bank donated $15,000 to the Jeffco DA’s Communities Against Senior Exploitation or CASE program. The donation will be used for crime prevention information and services for seniors, as well as law enforce-
ment training on the new Elder Abuse Mandatory Reporting Law which took effect on July 1. In 2014, CASE provided 11 crime prevention programs specifically for seniors living in lower income retirement communities or at communal meal sites. One of our most popular programs provides free 911 emergency cell phones to older adults who cannot afford the cost of cell
phone service. In the past two years, approximately 85 percent of the phones provided were to low-income seniors living in retirement communities. CASE also provides a Fraud Hotline, 303-271-6980, and offers free Power Against Fraud presentations to help educate, inform and prevent seniors from becoming victims of identity theft and other scams.
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EDUCATION NOTES Jefferson-area community meetings
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Parent information meetings regarding the Jefferson-Area Innovation Plan will be Jan. 6, 8, and 15. The new framework, created by principals from Jefferson High, Wheat Ridge 5-8 School, Edgewater, Lumberg Molholm and Stevens elementary schools, was formed to change how people, structures and programs work within those schools while emphasizing and retaining highly effective educators. For more information, visit http://bit. ly/1sADf1B.
Choice enrollment opens Jan. 7, giving students the opportunity to enroll at any of the districts 155 schools outside their neighborhood school. Should individuals opt to attend a different school, parents should submit an application to the school of choice. Students are accepted on a space-available basis for enrollment the following year. For more information, visit www.jeffcopublicschools.org/enrollment.
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Buyers Often Pay More Than They Should When Buying a Home
It’s easy to predict closing costs for sellers — basically, commissions + title insurance + closing fee + HOA fees, if any — but the closing costs for buyers, unless they are paying all cash, are far less predictable. The costs paid by buyers who finance their purchase with a mortgage can definitely add up. There is little consistency among lenders as to the loan origination, document preparation and numerous other charges which are paid by buyers. Most of those charges are spelled out in what’s called the Good Faith Estimate and cannot be substantially changed prior to closing. This allows buyer to do some comparison shop among lenders, although not many take advantage of that opportunity, trusting in a lender they’ve used before or in the lender recommended by their real estate agent. If you do utilize the lender recommended by your agent, however, note that it may be a “captive” or in-house lender. You’ll know this because the Real Estate Commission requires your agent to present a Affiliated Business Arrangements disclosure listing those lenders, title companies and even inspection
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Rocky Mountain water CARRIERS WANTED By Clarke Reader
creader@colorado communitymedia.com One of the key ingredients in MillerCoors beers is the famous clear mountain water. On Dec. 16 the company joined with PepsiCo and the Wells Fargo Foundation to ensure that water will be protected for millions of Colorado residents. The three organizations announced they will donate $1 million to The Nature Conservancy to protect the Front Range forests, which in turn protect a clean water source for the state. “The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect that land and waters that all life depends on,” said Heidi Sherk, The Nature Conservancy interim state director of Colorado. “The Conservancy works with partners to find solutions that benefit both people and nature.” On hand for the announcement were representatives from the three organizations, who highlighted the importance of protecting the state’s water supply. “This is not just a place where we do business — the Front Range forests are part of our heritage,” said Tom Long, MillerCoors CEO. “The forests catch the
winter snowpack and supply water for more than two-thirds of Colorado’s population. We need to ensure we have safe, clean drinking water.” Megan Smith, PepsiCo North America Beverages director of sustainability, said simple acts often lead to big changes and this corporate partnership will have a huge positive effect for Colorado. Previous year’s droughts and forest fires have left more than 6 million acres of the state’s forest at risk for large wildfires, and 1.5. million of those acres are in the Front Range area, according to information provided by MillerCoors. The donation will help The Nature Conservancy design, implement and measure progress on several forest restoration projects over the next three years in the Front Range, including thinning trees, removing dry vegetation and conducting prescribed burns. John Stulp, special policy adviser to Gov. John Hickenlooper on water, said these kinds of projects are needed to protect forests and watersheds that so many depend on. “We need to expand and amplify the impact of what we do and increase the scale and scope of our work,” Sherk said. “These funds will help us to restore forest resilience. We need our forests and right now, our forests need us.”
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Looking for those little miracles How deep a hole is humanity in? Last week, in Pakistan, terrorists took over a school, set a female teacher on fire, and then proceeded to shoot and kill over 130 children. That story knocked off of the front pages the story of the disturbed man—who also thought he was a terrorist—who took hostages at a coffee shop in Sydney, Australia, and killed two in a 16-hour standoff before being overrun by police. The African country of Sierra Leone has cancelled Christmas this year because of the Ebola epidemic. I didn’t even think cancelling Christmas was within the powers of humans, but, well, there you have it. Last Sunday we passed a grim anniversary: two years ago, a very disturbed young man broke in to an elementary school in Connecticut and murdered 20 children and 6 adults before committing suicide. And this is a list that doesn’t include various wars, genocides, and scary threats we humans are inflicting on each other all over the world. Last week I wrote about holes. But that was on a personal level—what can you do for an entire race intent on digging holes for itself? Why, you would have to believe in miracles to think that we had any chance of surviving each other. Luckily, it’s Christmas — it is the time of
miracles. So, be of good cheer. A single mom, working two jobs, who still finds time to take her kid to soccer practice. That’s a miracle. A young man from a broken family, who once watched his cousin die of a gunshot wound in the street, who chooses to pursue an advanced education. That’s a miracle. A teacher, a single mother, who cares enough for her students to make sure that every child gets to participate in a Secret Santa exchange, all while preparing for her own surgery. That’s a miracle. A football team — a group of young men — who put aside their competitiveness to give a special needs student from another school a chance to score a touchdown. That’s a miracle. A popular young man who stands up next to a young girl who is being picked on and says “No more.” That’s a miracle.
A family, who takes the pain of their tragedy and uses it to energize a nationwide campaign to raise awareness of and resources to end bullying in schools. That’s a miracle. God, who so loved the world that He sent His only Son to walk among us. To jump in this gigantic hole and help us find the way out, not by force of arms or great power, but by compassion and love. That’s a miracle. The trick, I suppose, then, is to go forward from Christmas, and remember that, no matter how deep or dark we seem to be digging, there is always hope for a better tomorrow. And it doesn’t start with grand gestures by governments and great speeches by (of all things) politicians. Most of the time, it starts with little acts of random kindness and moments of courage by individuals who have a million reasons to walk past the hole and avert their eyes. God Bless those who jump in holes with flashlights, candles, mirrors, cell phones. Or less. Just because. And Merry Christmas to you and yours! Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His first novel, “The Accidental Christmas,” is available at MichaelJAlcorn. com.
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What goal are you looking forward to? We visited a Metro North Chamber leadership class that was spending the day at Channel 4 CBS-TV in Denver. We asked what goal do you have for your company next year?
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To improve our customer services and community relations. Gene Claps
Better communication within our organizations, it’s something we strive for and struggle with. Jayson Sale
We had a lot of change at the (Adams County) sheriff’s office, so we look forward to new opportunities, new jobs opening up, and I look forward to working with communities. Amanda Overton
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Energy groups focus on supporting oil, gas New study reveals significant revenue contributions to state, cities By Amy Woodward
awoodward@colorado communitymedia.com In Colorado, the oil and natural gas industry supported 110,000 jobs, contributed $29.6 billion to the economy and generated $1.6 billion in public revenues in 2012, according to a recent study by the University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business. The study also showed school districts collecting $202 million in property tax revenue in 2012, produced from activities in oil and natural gas, with the industry providing local funding for roads, parks, police and fire departments. Figures such as these are not widely discussed, and it’s why a new organization called the Jeffco Energy Action Project (JEAP) has taken shape. “The organization is not about trying to convince anybody about a ballot issue,”
said Joni Inman, chairperson for JEAP and former deputy city manager of Lakewood. “We are just trying to raise awareness about the great contributions the industry (oil and gas) has made.” JEAP is less than two months old but has acquired more than 20 members that sit on the organization’s steering committee, including CEO’s of regional and local chambers of commerce, graduate students from the Colorado School of Mines including one professor, as well as financial advisers, business owners and former state Sen. Bill Schroder, R-Morrison. In Jeffco, figures from 2012 show 142 firms, sole proprietors to larger companies, who were directly related to oil and gas. Severance taxes and federal mineral lease distributions to Jeffco and its municipalities show an annual return of $225,182 for Jeffco government and $98,538 in Lakewood, with Arvada receiving a little over $89,000 and Golden collecting $19,241. Overall, Jeffco ranks No. 7 among Top 10 counties in Colorado for oil and gas related wages. “Some people think that if you are pro oil and gas that you are anti-alternative
PARTIAL LIST OF PRODUCTS MADE WITH PETROLEUM One 42-gallon barrel of oil creates 19.4 gallons of gasoline. The rest is used to make things such as: Bicycle Tires Shampoo Life Jackets Aspirin Heart valves Soap Footballs Golf Balls Parachutes Paint brushes Telephones — Source: Jeffco Energy Action Project
energy and that’s simply not the case,” Inman said. “It doesn’t have to an `us versus
them’ situation in energy,” she said. Encouraging discussion and collaboration between both industries could result in low cost energy and products, Inman said. Either way, the oil and gas industry isn’t going away anytime soon, said Rob Bender, chief executive officer at Well Master Corporation in Golden. Operating for 30 years, Well Master continues to manufacture plunger lift systems that are used to remove liquid from oil and gas wells. “The oil and gas industry actually is very, very good at regulating itself and keeping things clean,” Bender said. Medium sized companies tend to have scientists on staff, putting them way ahead of regulators. “The regulations that come out usually have been put in place and are being abided by the oil and gas industry long before they become law,” he said. “I don’t think people need to be fearful of fossil fuels.” JEAP is hosting public forums and discussions on oil and gas, beginning on Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Community Room at the Lakewood Cultural Center at 470 S. Allison Pkwy., in Lakewood.
Parenting: Outdoor winter fun for kids Since many animals are nocturnal or scarce, children rarely see shy and secretive animals in the wild. However, animals leave their tracks and mysteries for children. Take a walk in your own backyard in winter or along the beach in summer. These tracks will tell a story. Observe human tracks in your yard. How can you tell which way the person is going? What are they doing? Were they taking out the garbage or delivering a package? Look at the patterns of boots and shoes soles. Observe how they are different in size, tread, and walking pattern. Do family dogs and cats leave tracks in the snow? Being able to distinguish between domestic dog and fox footprints is important.
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like the child in the book “The Snowy Day” by Keats. Take some pictures or make drawings with markers in a science notebook. Leave some seeds and check on the spot later. Did animals visit? Now can you find some wild animal tracks in your backyard, park, or trail? Try to identify them before the snow is too deep. Explain to children that most animals are nocturnal. They look for food at night and sleep during the day. Their
tracks in the snow are often around their homes or trails where they can find food. Many free animal track keys are online and very helpful. The book “Animal Tracks of the Great Lakes” by Stall is also a handy book. Show children some common tracks in your area like rabbits, squirrels, deer, fox, birds, raccoons, chipmunks, shrew, bear, and skunks. Sometimes they will be trailing each other. Why?
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When you first find a set of tracks look for the most distinct print. Note the shape of the heel pad, and count the toes. Even though adults may already know the animal, make it a scientific game. Look at the animal track key, think out loud, and eliminate animals by looking at characteristics closely. Take out a ruler and show children
how to measure a track. Is there evidence that you have several animals, perhaps adults and young ones? Note the habitat. Why are the animals there? Does evidence show animals visit this spot often? Why? Look around for berries and seeds. Is there evidence your animal is a tree climber because the tracks stop there abruptly? Follow some tracks. Where do they lead? Did the animal dig, hop sideways, or run off suddenly? Note that rabbits’ long back paws lead the way because of how they hop. Although there is no substitute for first hand study, it is fun to watch trail camera wildlife videos on YouTube with children. View them alone first, however. For more fun and learning with children see grandparentsteachtoo.org and wnmufm.org “Learning through the Seasons.”
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creader@colorado communitymedia.com Some of the most majestic animals on the planet are also the most mysterious. Humans only know small amount about some of the largest creatures on Earth, but the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is giving landlocked Colorado residents a chance to dive deep with whales. Whales: Giants of the Deep is on exhibit at the museum, 2001 Colorado Blvd., through Feb. 16. The exhibit is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Giants of the Deep is developed and presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and was made possible WHAT: Whales: Giants of the through Deep the support WHERE: Denver Museum of of the New Nature and Science Zealand 2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver GovernWHEN: Through Feb. 16 ment 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and the COST: $9.95 to $14.95 SmithsonINFORMATION: www.dmns. ian Instituorg/whales tion. It is sponsored in Denver by Les Schwab Tires. “This is a traveling show that we’re able to host and enhance with our own ambience, acoustics and activities,” said Zoology curator John Demboski.”People from the Te Papa Tongarewa museum said Denver is one of their favorite places to have these exibits.” The exhibit features life-size models and more than 20 real specimens on display — including the skeleton of a sperm whale that measures 58 feet long. The show features a blend of skulls and skeletons, hands-on objects, digital interactives, immersive projections, and rare artifacts. Visitors can crawl through a life-size replica of the heart of the enormous blue whale, touch real and replica whale teeth, build their own dolphin and see how it swims, accompany a sperm whale on a deep-sea hunt for a giant squid, see the model of a southern right whale featured in the film “Whale Rider,” and enter an immersive sound chamber to hear the “songs” whales use to navigate,
It was a teen dream come true for Evergreen sisters Caitlin and Sidney Powell, 16 and 13 respectively, when their band Facing West landed a record deal recently with Pando Records, a Warner Music Group Label. The Powell girls were formerly known by Two Girls With Guitars, but changed the name to Facing West. According to 9News, the band’s first single, “Anchors,” will be released nationally in early January. The rest of the album will be released in March. Facing West posted this on its Facebook page: “Big move 4 us! Facing West is now with Pando Records. We # rejoice and give thanks ... way more to come in 2015! Grateful for your support.” Their father Tim Powell helps manage Facing West. His wife, Catrina, homeschools the girls. “Their hard work, talent and God’s blessings continue to surprise us,” Tim Powell told 9News. “The girls are over the moon excited.” For the rest of the story, go to www.9news.com/story/entertainment/2014/12/15/facing-west-recorddeal/20437851/.
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Giants of the Deep exhibit gives visitors a rare hands-on lesson in the giant mammals on how they survive. Courtesy photo find food, and communicate. Demboski and Maura O’Neal, Communications and media relations manager with the DMNS, both said the exhibit celebrates the traditions and stories of the Mäori people of New Zealand, whose history is filled with stories of whales. Visitors will see historic cultural objects — from impressive weapons made from large whale bones to delicate ornaments fashioned from whale teeth. Of course the main attraction is the giant mammals, and the exhibit is broken up into several sections that showcase different features of whales’ history and lives. It begins with Whale Evolution, which details how the mammals moved from land to sea about 50 million years ago. “The closest living relative we see today is the hippo,” Demboski said. “We’re lucky with whales that there’s a nice fossil record that shows how their bodies telescoped to make swimming easier.” Visitors can follow the transformation by examining fossils and animations of ancient species and learn about the evolution of different whale species. The exhibit highlights the diversity of modern whales, which include dolphins and porpoises. The Life Underwater section features
many interactive activities, and two large sperm whale skeletons — a male and female — so visitors can get a sense of their biology and how they survive. Perhaps the most affecting section is Troubled Waters, which examines the dangers whales encounter related human activities. Visitors can see how ships, fishing nets, and pollution affect whales. “Whaling started in the 1700s and became big in the 1800s,” Demboski said. “It wasn’t until the past 30 years that we started seeing laws protecting whales.” Throughout the entire exhibit are features on “Whale People” — first-person interviews about the changing attitudes that have led people from hunting whales to protecting them. Whales: Giants of the Deep has been extremely popular so far, according to O’Neal, with everyone from school groups to family visiting the exhibit. “This exhibit speaks to a lot of different age groups, and doing water-based exhibits is always popular in a landlocked state like this,” Demboski said. “Here at the museum we’re able to take great exhibits like this and make them even better.” For information visit www.dmns.org/ whales.
One of the nicest nods to Denver’s bustling restaurant scene came from a recent piece by National Public Radio. The reporter sought the answer to the popular question, “What makes Denver so tasty?” when it comes to the dining business, which has doubled in sales over the past 10 years. He interviewed Food Network star chef Keegan Gerhard, who rolled the proverbial dice on Denver when he opted to open D Bar, the tiny 17th Street eatery with the longest lines. Gerhard and his pastry chef wife, Lisa Bailey, quickly outgrew the original D Bar space and last month opened a spot three times larger in Uptown. The couple shunned the bright lights and big cities in favor of building a business where they wanted to live. NPR interviewed other top chefs including Jennifer Jasinski, who with business partner Beth Gruitch owns Rioja, Bistro Vendome, Euclid Hall, and most recently Stoic & Genuine in the redeveloped Union Station. Jasinski upped Denver’s restaurant cred by winning a James Beard Award and competing on “Top Chef Masters.” Here’s what NPR said, “When you think of the restaurant scene, Denver probably doesn’t come to mind. But that’s just the latest change for a city whose population has ballooned in the last couple of years, thanks in part to a nearby oil and gas boom. Top chefs are beginning to take notice.” John Imbergamo, perhaps the most trusted man in Denver’s restaurant business, was interviewed for the story on background. Here’s what NPR didn’t discuss, Imbergamo said. “The fast casual segment was ignored but Denver is a hotbed of innovation in that segment of the industry. Chipotle, Qdoba, Tokyo Joes, Noodles, Garbanzos, Pizzeria Locale, Smashburger, the list goes on. Many of these with elevated quick food are consumer steppingstones to fine dining.” Parker continues on Page 10
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single men, the web survey says. “Denver has comparable cultural and food scenes to those in other big cities, but (it adds its) own twist with abundant nature, chill vibes and lots of eligible dudes. You’ll find this city is full of adventures right in your own backyard! The ease and low cost of living make Mile High City one of the top places to call home and find love.” For the rest of the rankings, go to www. datingadvice.com/for-women/the-15-topcities-for-single-women.
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Denver is ranked No. 8 in the list of The 15 Top Cities for Single Women, according to DatingAdvice.com, and there’s no mention of our marijuana legislation for attracting single guys. Rather, the website says of its list: “In these 15 cities, it’s practically raining men. While we can’t guarantee they’re all angels, these are great places to start your search for a good man or two.” Denver, at No. 8, scores with 112,038
Four Denver players in the entertainment scene were named “the most influential people in Denver entertainment in 2014” by axs.com. The website said, “There were so many wonderful performances, contributions and creations that this list certainly could have featured 30 or 40 names. However, there are a few people whose work in 2014 truly stood out, making these four creative individuals among the most influential
voices in entertainment in Denver this year.” The four are: Brian Corrigan for Oh Heck Yeah, a street arcade in downtown Denver in June and July; former Denver Post theater critic John Moore, who parlayed his talents into becoming the senior arts journalist for the Denver Center for the Performing Arts; Chris Zacher, founder of the Levitt Pavilion, a new amphitheater in Ruby Hill Park; and funnyman Adam Cayton-Holland as part of The Grawlix comedy show. For more on each recipient, go to www. axs.com/the-most-influential-people-indenver-entertainment-in-2014-32388.
Apres ski hotels get nod Not surprising to those of us who would rather apres than ski, Colorado snagged five spots in Kayak.com’s list of the 10 most popular U.S. apres ski hotels, as reported by CNN. CNN said, “Much like the 19th hole in golf, apres ski is a chance to reward oneself after a busy day of relaxation.”
The Colorado top picks are Beaver Creek Lodge, Tivoli Lodge in Vail, Keystone Lodge and Spa, Aspen Meadows Resort and Vail Cascade Resort & Spa. Check out the list at www.cnn. com/2014/12/08/travel/10-apres-ski-hotels/.
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COMEDY ABOUT TRADITIONS worth keeping, through Sunday, Dec. 28, at 1560 Teller St., Suite 200, Lakewood. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 7, 14, 21; and 2 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 21, 28. Call 303-232-0363 or go to www.theedgetheater.com. Parking is free.
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CLASS REGISTRATION COLORADO ACTS is accepting registrations for its winter/spring 2015 classes, including “The 50s Show,”“Rock Around the Block,”“Snow White,”“Creative Drama,” “Scenes from Shakespeare,”“Scenes and Songs from Classic Musicals,” and outreach classes. Colorado ACTS is at 11455 W. 1-70 Frontage Road North, Wheat Ridge. Go to www.ColoradoACTS.org or call 303-456-6772. Classes start Tuesday, Jan. 6. TROLLHEIM HOLIDAY DINNER RESERVATIONS ARE being taken through Saturday, Jan. 10 for the annual Lutefisk and Meatball Holiday Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 17, at Trollheim Sons of Norway Lodge, 6610 W. 14th Ave., Lakewood. Reservations are available for a 1 p.m. or a 5 p.m. seating. Call 303-989-4496 for cost and reservations. Seating is limited. VOLUNTEER TAX PREPARERS
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ARVADA CITY COUNCIL The Arvada City Council voted on the following legislation during its Dec.15 business meeting. Council members in attendance were Mayor Marc Williams, Mayor Pro Tem Mark McGoff, District 1 Councilman Jerry Marks, District 3 Councilman John Marriott, District 4 Councilman Bob Dyer, and Councilmen-At-Large Bob Fifer. Councilmen-At-Large Don Allard was absent.
Legislative agenda
Council voted 6-0 to approve a resolution adopting the city’s 2015 legislative agenda. The agenda includes items emphasizing local control on issues, finding local solutions for local problems, preserving their current authority and their opposition to federal state mandates.
Organizational development
Council voted 6-0 to approve a resolution authorizing a $100,000 for a consulting agreement between the city and J Ramos Associates, LLC for organizational development program within the city. The program will further develop the city’s organization to sustain and advance its performance. Aligned with the council’s strategic direction, the program will focus on city employees with training and guidance towards those goals.
Sunset Mesa Two
Council voted 6-0 to approve the annexation, rezoning, preliminary development plat and preliminary plat for the Sunset Mesa Two development. Located at 11701 W. 80th Ave., the 5-acre project will add 18 residential lots to the area. This is the continuation of the Sunset Mesa development located directly east of this project. The next City Council meeting will be held 6 p.m., Monday, Jan. 5, 2015, 8101 Ralston Road.
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Journalist pens travel anthology series By Crystal Anderson
canderson@colorado communitymedia.com For Arvada resident and travel journalist Janna Graber traveling offers fortuitous opportunities for those who are willing to take the leap. While on a break from her adventures for the holidays, Graber sat down with The Arvada Press to talk about her worldly experiences, international career and her newest book, “Chance Encounters.” How did you get started in the travel writing industry? I went and got a book from the library, “How to become a journalist,” learned how to write a query letter and sent the Littleton Independent my first pitch. I started pitching, working freelance for a long time … Then Columbine happened, and suddenly I was writing a lot, covering a lot of really sad stories. Then, when 9/11 happened, I got called again to do a lot of writing and I decided that for me, covering heartbreak would kill me. So I decided to try to write about something different. What intrigues you about the field? By writing about travel you’re bringing the world, a little piece of it, to the reader. I love that and try to convey that in what I write about. The other thing about travel is it lets you look at your own culture from outside. When you’re so close to your own culture you don’t see your country or culture for what it is, but when you get outside, you get to look at it in a really new way. You’ve traveled and worked in 38 different countries now, is there somewhere you would like to travel or return to? I’m really enthralled with the Outback and Australia … I only got to go there for a week, just kind of trekked around there, but, oh, it’s really wild and awesome. I would love to go back there. I would also really like to do a wild animal safari in Tanzania or Botswana. Tell me about your book “Chance Encounters,” how did you get involved
Travel journalist, Janna Garber, stands on a bridge during a trip to Florence, Italy. Courtesy photo and what was that experience like? I had wanted to do a series of firstperson travel stories, and the idea for this particular book was the idea that when you travel you cross paths with people that you would otherwise never meet. When you travel, you often meet people who change your travel experience, your day or your life and these stories celebrate that — the human connection we can have with another person half a world away. I want to transport the readers to that place and time for however long it takes
them to read the story, it’s good for armchair traveling. What’s the greatest lesson you’ve learned along the way? People, no matter where they live, are more alike, than they are different. The thing that’s shaped me the most is seeing how other people think and learning that there’s always another view point. Of your own little corner of the world, you realize the things you think are such big problems are really not when you look at it from a bigger perspective.
What’s next for you? I’m finishing the next book. We have a second book coming out in this series in January, it’s called, “Adventures of a Lifetime.” It’s first person adventures from writers all over creation. With these, there’s an external journey but an internal story for each one. I’m also working with Go World Travel (online travel magazine), we’ve been doing that now for 11 years. “Chance Encounters” is available via Amazon, http://amzn.to/13chVZH.
A room with a puzzling view Company offers new form of entertainment By Crystal Anderson
canderson@colorado communitymedia.com If locked in a room for an hour, could you disarm a bomb, successfully complete a high-end gallery heist, or escape from a sinking submarine? One company thinks you could, at least in the name of educational entertainment. Started by three Arvada residents, Ryan Pachmayer, Sarah Cai and Derek Anderson, Puzzah!, a puzzle-entertainment company, is offering citizens entry into one of Denver’s newest entertainment trends, puzzle rooms. “We believe there’s more to offer people than like going to the movies, and we believe there’s more to offer people than going to a restaurant or bar,” Anderson said. “We think this kind of interactive and immersive experience is something that’s going to increase with time and we want to be at the forefront of that.” For an hour, two to five players are tasked with solving a puzzle, or a series of puzzles, that will unlock clues, moving them closer to completing their mission. Developed from a desire for other forms of entertainment, Puzzah! gives players a hands on, live experience of solving a highstakes operation. “Through doing the puzzles,” Cai said, “while it’s fun — it’s definitely fun — they learn ways to identify a problem and how to solve it, and taking the necessary steps to keep on trying.” Puzzles within each room are created by using various forms of software and small electronics. From abstract thinking to forced cooperation the puzzles require players to view the given situation in a variety of ways, exercising both problem solving and team building skills. “Abstractly, thinking about puzzle de-
Puzzled, Ryan Pachmayer and Sarah Cai attempt to solve the mystery of the mayhem in the Performing Arts Center. Photo by Crystal Anderson sign, there are a lot of ways you can sort of break down a puzzle into the leaps of understanding and leads to make in order to execute them,” Anderson said. “Once you step back and think again of like, “Well, is there another way this could be presenting that information, other than how I’ve perceived it?” then you’re able to find the solution.” Puzzah! currently has one room open, and is hoping to reveal the next room in early January. With up to seven rooms possible, the trio said they eventually hope to rotate the rooms, akin a movie theatre film lineup, to retain the intrigue of a rotating
variety and keep players coming back. “It’s kind of a learning experience,” Pachmayer said. “Whether you’re with a family or a corporate team building or friends, you’re learning to build something, you’re learning to communicate better with each other, you learn to work together — it’s nice to be able to offer that experience.” A new company, Puzzah! opened in Downtown Denver in October, and is currently working on building their latest puzzle rooms, a deep-sea submarine adventure and a museum heist, and reaching out to educational and corporate markets. “This is a meaningful form of entertain-
ment,” Cai said. “Being able to offer something that we feel good about and have people come in and achieve something then leave the place … giving them just a little bit more, I find that exciting.” Sessions start at $60 per hour and are available for a fun night out or educational and corporate events. “People talk about things that are unique, and I think we are actually unique,” Anderson said. “It’s highly unlikely that you’ve actually done this before, and if that intrigues you, come out and try it.” For more information or to book a session, visit www.puzzah.com.
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ARVADA NEWS IN A HURRY Cat rescue Arvada Animal Management and the Foothills Animal Shelter partner to help rescue nine cats from an inhabitable home. On Dec. 12, the animal management searched the home, finding nine animals unsafe, with an additional two to three still believed to be in the home. The team set traps and will monitor the situation until all animals are safely secure. The home was later condemned by the City of Arvada. The cats are settling into their new en-
vironment at the Foothills Animal Shelter, 580 McIntyre Street, Golden.
Christmas Tree recycling Beginning Dec. 26, the City of Arvada Parks Maintenance Shop will begin accepting Christmas Trees to recycle. Trees can be dropped off at the shop Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Jan. 26. Trees will also be accepted at the Lake Arbor Lake Park, 6400 Pomona Drive and the Lutz Sports Complex W.58th Avenue and Miller Street throughout the day.
City office closure The City of Arvada offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Offices will resume operation Friday, Jan. 2.
Resolute Runner 5k Stick to those resolutions with a healthy, three-mile run. Held Jan. 1 at Memorial Park, 8001 W. 59th Ave., the race will loop around the Ralston Creek Trail. Registration costs $38 per person, and ends Dec. 21.
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New Years hike Mayor Pro Tem Mark McGoff will host a New Years hike, Thursday, Jan. 1. Interested parties should meet at 10 a.m. at the Pattridge Open Space Parking lot at the intersection of W. 82nd Avenue and Highway 93. The two-hour hike will extend to the Town of Leyden and back.
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has been presented to the City of Arvada Local Liquor Licensing Authority for a Beer and Wine License from Montoya Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Turning Heads Studio, 5715 Upham Street, Arvada, Colorado, whose Officers, Directors and Stockholders are: Eric Montoya, President and 50% Stockholder, 2203 South Winona Court, Denver, Colorado; Monica Montoya, Vice President and 50% Stockholder, 2203 S. Winona Ct., Denver, Colorado. The license would allow sales of malt and vinous liquor by the drink for consumption on the premises at 7510 Grandview Avenue, Arvada, Colorado. Said application will be heard and considered by the City of Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority at a meeting to be held in the Arvada Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 8101 Ralston Road at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2015. The application was submitted on December 5, 2014. For further information call Kristen Rush, Deputy City Clerk, at 720-898-7546. Dated this 25th day of December, 2014. /s/ Kristen R. Rush Deputy City Clerk CITY OF ARVADA, COLORADO
Blvd. #R100, Arvada, Colorado, whose Officer, Director and Stockholder is: Jay Soneff, President and 100% Stockholder, 2583 S. Harlan Ct, Lakewood, Colorado. The license would allow sales of malt, vinous and spirituous liquor by the drink for consumption on the premises at 5777 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. #R100, Arvada, Colorado. Said application will be heard and considered by the City of Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority at a meeting to be held in the Arvada Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 8101 Ralston Road at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2015. The application was submitted on December 5, 2014. For further information call Kristen Rush, Deputy City Clerk, at 720-898-7546. Dated this 25th day of December, 2014. /s/ Kristen R. Rush Deputy City Clerk CITY OF ARVADA, COLORADO
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Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE The following resolution can be viewed in its entirety in electronic form by going to www.arvada.org/legalnotices and clicking on Current Legal Notices. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. R14-161 - A Resolution Accepting an Annexation Petition Concerning Sheridan Gold Strike Transit Station, W. 60th & Sheridan Boulevard, Finding Said Petition Substantially Compliant with C.R.S. 3112-107(1), and Setting a Public Hearing for January 5, 2015, 6:30 P.M. at Arvada City Hall for City Council to Determine Whether the Area Meets the Requirements of C.R.S. 31-12-104 and 105, and is Considered Eligible for Annexation R14-162 - A Resolution Accepting an Annexation Petition Concerning Brandt Property, 15902 W. 64th Avenue, Finding Said Petition Substantially Compliant with C.R.S. 31-12-107(1), and Setting a Public Hearing for January 5, 2015, 6:30 P.M. at Arvada City Hall for City Council to Determine Whether the Area Meets the Requirements of C.R.S. 31-12-104 and 105, and is Considered Eligible for Annexation Legal Notice No.: 80185 First Publication: December 4, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE The following resolution can be viewed in its entirety in electronic form by going to www.arvada.org/legalnotices and clicking on Current Legal Notices. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. Resolution 14-170, Accepting an Annexation Petition Concerning Wanco, 5902 Tennyson Street, finding said petition substantially compliant with C.R.S. 31-12107(1), and setting a public hearing for February 2, 2015, 6:30pm at Arvada City Hall for City Council to determine whether
The following resolution can be viewed in its entirety in electronic form by going to www.arvada.org/legalnotices and clicking on Current Legal Notices. The full text version is also available in printed form in the City Clerk’s office. Contact 720.898.7550 if you have questions. Resolution 14-170, Accepting an Annexation Petition Concerning Wanco, 5902 Tennyson Street, finding said petition substantially compliant with C.R.S. 31-12107(1), and setting a public hearing for February 2, 2015, 6:30pm at Arvada City Hall for City Council to determine whether the area meets the requirements of C.R.S. 31-12-104 and 105, and is considered eligible for annexation
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Legal Notice No.: 80308 First Publication: December 18, 2014 Last Publication: January 8, 2015 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING UPON APPLICATION FOR A NEW BEER AND WINE LICENSE OF MONTOYA ENTERPRISES, INC. D/B/A TURNING HEADS STUDIO 5715 UPHAM STREET Notice is hereby given that an application has been presented to the City of Arvada Local Liquor Licensing Authority for a Beer and Wine License from Montoya Enterprises, Inc., d/b/a Turning Heads Studio, 5715 Upham Street, Arvada, Colorado, whose Officers, Directors and Stockholders are: Eric Montoya, President and 50% Stockholder, 2203 South Winona Court, Denver, Colorado; Monica Montoya, Vice President and 50% Stockholder, 2203 S. Winona Ct., Denver, Colorado. The license would allow sales of malt and vinous liquor by the drink for consumption on the premises at 7510 Grandview Avenue, Arvada, Colorado. Said application will be heard and considered by the City of Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority at a meeting to be held in the Arvada Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 8101 Ralston Road at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2015. The application was submitted on December 5, 2014. For further information call Kristen Rush, Deputy City Clerk, at 720-898-7546. Dated this 25th day of December, 2014. /s/ Kristen R. Rush Deputy City Clerk CITY OF ARVADA, COLORADO Legal Notice No.: 80321
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Legal Notice No.: 80321 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING UPON APPLICATION FOR A NEW HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE OF RESTAURANT PROPERTIES MANAGEMENT, INC. D/B/A THE EGGSHELL 5777 OLDE WADSWORTH BLVD. #R100 Notice is hereby given that an application has been presented to the City of Arvada Local Liquor Licensing Authority for a Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License from Restaurant Properties Management, Inc., d/b/a The Eggshell, 5777 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. #R100, Arvada, Colorado, whose Officer, Director and Stockholder is: Jay Soneff, President and 100% Stockholder, 2583 S. Harlan Ct, Lakewood, Colorado. The license would allow sales of malt, vinous and spirituous liquor by the drink for consumption on the premises at 5777 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. #R100, Arvada, Colorado. Said application will be heard and considered by the City of Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority at a meeting to be held in the Arvada Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 8101 Ralston Road at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2015. The application was submitted on December 5, 2014. For further information call Kristen Rush, Deputy City Clerk, at 720-898-7546. Dated this 25th day of December, 2014. /s/ Kristen R. Rush Deputy City Clerk CITY OF ARVADA, COLORADO Legal Notice No.: 80322 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
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Legal Notice No.: 80322 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice ARVADA URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR SECOND BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014 The Arvada Urban Renewal Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing to consider a Second Amendment to its 2014 Budget on Wednesday, January 7, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. at 5601 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard, Suite 201 Arvada, Colorado. The proposed Second Amendment to the 2014 Budget is available for inspection by any interested elector during normal business hours at the Arvada Urban Renewal Authority office at 5601 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard, Suite 201, Arvada, CO. Any interested elector of the City of Arvada, Colorado, may file or register with the Arvada Urban Renewal Authority any objections to the proposed Second Amendment to the 2014 Budget at any time prior to its final approval scheduled for January 7, 2015. ARVADA URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY Maureen Phair, Executive Director 5601 Olde Wadsworth Boulevard, Suite 210 Arvada, Colorado 80002 Legal Notice No.: 80324 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING UPON APPLICATION FOR A NEW HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE OF ARVADA2BT, LLC D/B/A BOUT TIME PUB AND GRUB 5225 W. 80TH AVE., UNIT #A
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NOTICE OF HEARING UPON APPLICATION FOR A NEW HOTEL AND RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE OF ARVADA2BT, LLC D/B/A BOUT TIME PUB AND GRUB 5225 W. 80TH AVE., UNIT #A Notice is hereby given that an application has been presented to the City of Arvada Local Liquor Licensing Authority for a Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License from Arvada2BT, LLC, d/b/a Bout Time Pub and Grub, 5225 W. 80th Ave., Unit #A, Arvada, Colorado, whose Managing Members are:: Joe Fraser, 4728 Copper Sky Dr., South Jordan, Utah, 25% Managing Member; Tim Ryan, 3687 Cove Point Dr., Salt Lake City, Utah, 25% Managing Member; Steve Halliday, 536 Columbine St., Denver, Colorado, 25% Managing Member; and Garrett Ladd, 415 Cody Dr., Lakewood, Colorado, 25% Managing Member. The license would allow sales of malt, vinous and spirituous liquor by the drink for consumption on the premises at 5225 W. 80th Ave., Unit #A, Arvada, Colorado. Said application will be heard and considered by the City of Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority at a meeting to be held in the Arvada Municipal Complex Council Chambers, 8101 Ralston Road at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2015. The application was submitted on December 5, 2014. For further information call Kristen Rush, Deputy City Clerk, at 720-898-7546. Dated this 25th day of December, 2014. /s/ Kristen R. Rush Deputy City Clerk CITY OF ARVADA, COLORADO Legal Notice No.: 80323 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge 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 Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., January 13, 2015 to WL Contractors, Inc. for work related to Project No. 11-ST-21 – Ralston Road and Olde Wadsworth Blvd NE Corner Improvements and per-
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NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that disbursements in final settlement will be issued by the Arvada Finance Director at 10:00 a.m., January 13, 2015 to WL Contractors, Inc. for work related to Project No. 11-ST-21 – Ralston Road and Olde Wadsworth Blvd NE Corner Improvements and performed under that contract dated June 24, 2014 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 WL 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 statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. Dated this December 11, 2014 CITY OF ARVADA /s/Kristen Rush, Deputy City Clerk Legal Notice No.: 80325 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: January 1, 2015 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
PUBLIC NOTICE CB14-057, An Ordinance Approving the Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement by and between the Jefferson Center Metropolitan District #2, Jefferson Center Metropolitan District #1, Jefferson Parkway Public Highway Authority, Cimarron Commercial LLC and the City of Arvada was removed from the agenda and not acted upon at the December 15, 2014 Arvada City Council meeting. Legal Notice No.: 80326 First Publication: December 25, 2014 Last Publication: December 25, 2014 Publisher: Wheat Ridge Transcript and the Arvada Press
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