Wheat Ridge Turkey Trot unites community in e ort to gobble up child hunger
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
On the Saturday morning before anksgiving, runners of all stripes ocked to Prospect Park in Wheat Ridge for the Feed Your Soul Turkey Trot, a lively 5K that combined tness, fun and a giant helping of community spirit.
ing kids across all of Wheat Ridge,” Sven said.
“ is year, thanks to a larger turnout and increased sponsorship, the event can again cover those costs and help more children and seniors served by Community Table.”
accessible for those who don’t want to rush out early on their day o ,” Andrien said.
Community-centered and growing
Lakewood City Council faces 3 lawsuits alleging Open Meetings Law violations
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Lakewood faces increased scrutiny this month after three lawsuits were led against its city council, each alleging violations of Colorado’s Open Meetings Law.
e lawsuits, brought by Lakewood resident Lenore Herskovitz and former city council member and attorney Anita Springsteen, claim the council improperly convened executive sessions, provided vague or misleading public notices and withheld recordings of the meetings,preventingpublicaccountability. e allegations span three executive sessions held on Aug. 26, Sept. 9 and Sept. 19. e plainti s assert that these meetings demonstrate a broader pattern of noncompliance with the transparency requirements mandated by the state’s open meetings law.
Misleading notice
In the rst lawsuit, Herskovitz alleges the council’s notice citing the need to privately discuss legal issues related to a former case led by Colorado Christian University against the city for the Aug. 26 meeting was misleading.
Organized by Brandy and Sven Martin, owners of Feed Your Soul Fitness, the second annual 5K race drew nearly 350 runners, with proceeds going to the Feed the Future Backpack Program, a collaboration with Community Table. e backpack program serves hundreds of children in Wheat Ridge by providing weekend meals for children who rely on school for regular nourishment.
Sven joked about the anxiety he felt ahead of the inaugural race, fearing he might end up with “a few hundred medals and a giant bill.” Instead, the community’s response has exceeded all expectations.
A race for everyone
e Saturday schedule allows runners of all types, from serious athletes to families, to participate without disrupting holiday plans, Andrien explained.
Hayden Browers of Arvada crossed the nish line in 18 minutes and 29 seconds to claim rst place in the men’s division. Jane Jensen of Denver triumphed in the women’s category, completing the course in 22 minutes and 3 seconds. Each received a $100 cash prize.
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“Last year, we aimed to feed students at Stevens Elementary, but we ended up help-
e Feed Your Soul Turkey Trot isn’t your average anksgiving-themed race. Scheduled the Saturday before anksgiving, the timing is strategic, according to race volunteer Ashley Andrien.
“ anksgiving morning races are a tradition for some, but we wanted to make it more
In addition to the overall winners, the event honored age-group winners and provided a welcoming atmosphere for casual participants. Many dressed in festive costumes, including their dogs, adding a layer of fun and community spirit.
e Martins leveraged their gym community, local business networks and innovative marketing to grow the event. Sponsors played a crucial role, not only by funding but also by promoting the race through their networks. A professional race management company ensured a smooth experience, from timing to course logistics. Andrien said the Martins decided to host a 5K to combine their passion for health and tness with their commitment to addressing child food insecurity in their community. e couple wanted to create a family-friendly event that would not only promote physical activity but also bring people together for a meaningful cause.
In December 2023, an appeals court judge ruled Lakewood did not unconstitutionally discriminate against the school by enforcing an ordinance restricting university-owned student housing in certain residential areas. Herskovitz was a defendant in that case. Herskovitz’s complaint states, “ e Aug. 26, 2024 Special Meeting was not properly noticed and should have been open to the public – especially with the considerable time and expense the appeal cost the Citizens of Lakewood. Certainly the Intervenors in the appellate case should have been allowed to attend a meeting on the very issue they had helped litigate.”
She alleges that Lakewood, despite winning the case, seemed to undermine its victory by raising concerns about the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Person’s Act, which wasn’t a part of the original case, and failing to enforce the prohibition.
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Feed Your Soul Fitness sta , volunteers and members celebrate another successful Turkey Trot.
PHOTO BY SUZIE GLASSMAN
Community Medical Services opens Lakewood clinic to combat rising overdose rates
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
In 2023, fentanyl claimed more lives than car crashes and suicides in Colorado, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. A new clinic in Lakewood aims to change that trajectory. Community Medical Services recently opened its doors near West Colfax Avenue, o ering lifesaving treatments and resources to individuals battling opioid addiction.
e Lakewood clinic joins six other locations in Colorado, all working to confront the state’s opioid crisis.
“We provide medication-assisted treatment for individuals with opioid use disorder,” said Dr. Frazer Grant, the state medical director for the clinics. “Our approach combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and case management to help people stabilize, heal and reclaim their lives.”
According to the Common Sense Institute Colorado, the economic toll of opioid overdoses in the state is staggering. In 2023 alone, opioid-related fatalities cost Colorado approximately $16 billion, with illegally manufactured fentanyl accounting for 72.3% of these expenses.
Je erson County’s rates of opioid overdose deaths (24.8 per 100,000 residents) and nonfatal emergency room visits (40.1 per 100,000 residents) exceed statewide averages (22 and 31 per 100,000 residents). e numbers highlight the urgent need for expanded local resources.
patients with busy schedules or transportation challenges.
“Recovery is about more than stopping drug use,” Grant said. “It’s about giving people the tools to rebuild their lives.”
Addressing stigma and building trust
Grant said that the clinics actively work to dispel misconceptions about addiction and help communities understand it as a chronic illness rather than a moral failing. Sta members emphasize that treatment should be free from judgment.
“Addiction doesn’t discriminate,” Godinez said. “We treat people from all walks of life: homeless individuals, parents and professionals. Everyone deserves care.” Grant often draws parallels between addiction and other chronic conditions.
“Just like some diabetics need insulin inde nitely, some patients with opioid use disorder need medication for life. It’s not a weakness. It’s the best way to save lives and support long-term health,” he said. is understanding guides CMS’s partnerships within the community. Collaborative e orts with public health departments, law enforcement and nonpro t organizations allow the clinic to refer patients to additional resources.
A patient-centered approach
CMS’s Lakewood clinic takes a multifaceted approach to tackling opioid addiction, focusing on both immediate needs and long-term recovery. e clinic’s harm-reduction philosophy ensures patients feel supported and empowered, meeting them where they are on their recovery journey.
No one ever needs an appointment to receive help.
“ e beauty of what we do is to provide intakes on demand, ” said Jesus Godinez, Colorado regional director. “If someone decides they want to start recovery right now, we want to meet them where they’re at and not have to tell them our next opening is in two weeks.”
Godinez explained that when someone’s in active addiction, there’s a very small window of opportunity to get them treatment before they change their mind. e clinic’s approach centers on the use of two FDA-approved medications, methadone and Suboxone, which alleviate the physical symptoms of withdrawal and reduce cravings.
Grant explained there are three main goals with medication-related treatment: eliminate withdrawal symptoms and cravings, start counseling to get to the root of why they are using and to help them feel normal.
“Just telling people to stop using works for maybe one or two people out of 10. But if we plan to treat the Fentanyl crisis without medication, we’re gonna have pretty bad outcomes. Without addressing their symptoms, it’s nearly impossible for someone to focus on recovery,” Grant said.
CMS goes beyond dispensing medication. Patients receive one-on-one counseling to address the emotional and psychological e ects of addiction, with
CMS sta also engage in outreach efforts to connect with individuals who might otherwise fall through the cracks, ensuring treatment extends to those who need it most.
Saving lives, strengthening communities CMS measures its success not only by individual recoveries but also by the positive ripple e ects on families and communities. Patients often see signi cant improvements in their circumstances within a year of starting treatment.
“If you look at a patient’s situation when they start treatment, as opposed to one year down the line, there’s about a 30% increase in housing and employment,” Grant shared. “And if you start this treatment while in jail or prison, you have a 50% lower chance of going back.” For many, these changes mean more than just personal stability. Parents in recovery often regain custody of their children, breaking cycles of trauma and rebuilding family bonds. Patients who rejoin the workforce contribute to their local economies, and the reduction in overdose deaths eases the strain on emergency services.
“It’s really incredible. is treatment not only helps the person, but it also helps that family, and then it ultimately helps the community,” Grant said.
e broader health bene ts of treatment extend beyond addiction. CMS screens patients for communicable diseases like HIV, hepatitis and tuberculosis, providing crucial early intervention.
“ e all-cause mortality bene t of this treatment is 60%,” Grant explained. “ at’s higher than wearing a seatbelt, which reduces mortality by about 40%.”
CMS aims to continue expanding its services, connecting with more underserved populations and contributing to statewide e orts to address the crisis.
“It’s about giving people their lives back,” Grant said. “Every patient who walks through our doors deserves the chance to recover, and we’re here to make that happen.”
To learn more about CMS and its services, visit the Lakewood clinic or its website.
Department of Justice Objects to Key Part of the NAR Settlement as Anti-Competitive
When the National Association of Realtors (NAR) agreed on March 15th to a $415-million-dollar settlement with a class of home sellers in Missouri, there were two changes which NAR agreed to make.
The first was to remove from the nation’s MLSs all mention of commissions being shared cooperatively with buyer brokers. The second was that all buyers must sign an agreement with any broker (other than the listing agent) before showing another agent’s listing.
If a buyer were to call one of us to see a listed home, we would want to make sure they were a qualified buyer before taking the time to show them a listing, but few of us would bother with any paperwork unless and until they wanted us to compose an offer to buy that or another listing. And we universally got away with that approach.
Last week, the judge in that case was scheduled to affirm or deny that settlement, and on Sunday, Nov. 30th, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a 5-page “statement of interest” stating that, in the DOJ’s opinion, the latter provision was anti-competitive and should be struck down.
So it was a bit of a pain (and an annoyance to the buyer) when we were told that from now on we had to get any prospective buyer to sign a “showing agreement” or a “buyer agency agreement.”
provision of the settlement. And let it be said that this rule was pretty meaningless in the context of the complaint on which the NAR settlement was based, namely that listing agents shouldn’t be sharing their commission with buyer’s agents.
Regarding the other requirement of the NAR settlement outlawing commission sharing and the publishing of “cooperative” commissions on MLSs, it has had little effect here in Colorado. All that happened was that offers of compensation were rephrased on listing agreements and on contracts to buy real estate.
judge in the settlement case deny that aspect of the agreement, too? Perhaps, but one can always hope!
The Origin of the 2.8% Co-op
At press time for this column, the judge had not yet affirmed the settlement, so maybe this is old news to readers, but I wanted to share it with you in case you haven’t heard about the DOJ filing.
We Realtors had taken a grin-and-bearit attitude toward both rules, and I personally hadn’t considered what the DOJ is now espousing — namely, that when you ask a buyer to sign a representation agreement with one broker just to see a home, no matter how short the term of that agreement, you are limiting the ability of other brokers to compete for that buyer’s business.
Prior to the NAR rule, it was considered proper practice to provide a buyer with whom we interact with a “Brokerage Disclosure to Buyer” stating that they are a “Customer” and not a client, but I don’t know any brokers who actually did that.
Since the NAR settlement didn’t say what kind of agreement that should be, I created a simple “Showing Agreement” which I printed up for our broker associates and gave to them, padded, to keep in their glove compartments. Before entering a listing, they were to fill in the blanks and have the buyer sign it before entering the listing. That copy would be given to the buyer, and I suggested that our broker associates take a picture of it on their smartphone — not to print and file it, but just to keep it on their phone as a record.
The fact remains that there is no one to audit whether this form is completed, although I suppose there could be “secret shoppers” who would test agents to see if they are doing that. But, remember, this is a NAR rule, not a state law, so any audits by the Real Estate Commission would not include verifying that such forms were being completed. For that reason, I wouldn’t be surprised to hear of agents who simply ignore that NAR rule.
Regardless, it would be a relief if, following this DOJ filing, the judge in the NAR settlement case were to deny that
Now, the listing agreements still state the same total commission — 5 to 6 percent, or whatever — but instead of saying how much of that commission the listing agent will offer to an agent for the buyer, the listing agreement now says how much the seller will offer to an agent for the buyer and then says that, if that amount is indeed paid to a buyer’s agent, that percentage will be deducted from the commission paid to the listing agent. In other words, no change except in phraseology.
Why the amount the seller is offering can’t be stated on the MLS makes no sense. Would it be too much to have the
Have you ever wondered why 2.8% became the typical or standard commission offered to “cooperating brokers” who represent buyers? Here’s a history lesson. It was explained to me that, before the U.S. Department of Justice said that the Denver Board of Realtors (DBOR) was engaging in price fixing by dictating commission rates, DBOR set the listing commission at 7%, and dictated that 40% of that amount, or 2.8%, was the proper amount to be shared with agents representing buyers.
After price-fixing was outlawed, listing commissions declined, but the 2.8% co-op remained a fixture, so to speak, because sellers and their agents didn’t want buyer agents to avoid their listings in favor of listings still offering 2.8%.
Nowadays, with buyers doing their own searching online (where that co-op commission was hidden from consumers), the reluctance to offer less than 2.8% diminished and now is far less important.
My Feb. 17, 2022, column reported that the percentage of listings offering less than 2.8% had grown from 2% in 2015 to 30%.
Is Your Home Fully Prepared for Winter?
Now that our warm autumn is giving way to the cold spells of winter, have you done everything you should to prepare for cold weather?
Frozen pipes should be your number one concern, given the damage burst pipes can cause. Are your outdoor hose bibs the kind that resist freezing? They’re easy enough to install. They work because the valve itself is deep within the unit so that it benefits from the warmth within your house.
Does the caulking around your windows need refreshing? Leakage around windows is a major source of lost heat.
ommend annual cleaning and servicing of HVAC systems.
If you have a wood-burning fireplace, when was the chimney last cleaned? Chimney fires are all too common.
Tree trimming is expensive, but should be considered, given the increase in hurricane-force winds due to climate change. Is there a tree that could fall on your home? Consider removing it, or at least trimming threatening branches.
This is a good time to test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and maybe install fresh batteries.
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TURKEY TROT
e 5K was a natural t, Andrien explained. It provided a chance to engage their gym members, local businesses and residents in a fun, active way while raising funds.
“We wanted to create a real community feel,” she said. “ e goal is to bring people together, whether they’re seasoned runners or rst-timers.”
Wheat Ridge City Council member and owner of the Wheelie Bean Jenny Snell said the focus on community and donating the backpack program made sponsor-
ing the race an easy decision. Snell said she strongly believes all residents should have access to nutritious food and support services.
A tradition to savor
With sunny skies and perfect weather, the second annual Feed Your Soul Turkey Trot proved that it has the potential to become a beloved community tradition. With its mix of tness, community spirit and charitable giving, it’s hard not to feel thankful for this festive event.
Whether chasing a personal record or just chasing your kids in a turkey costume, this Turkey Trot proves that doing good can be as easy as pie.
Hayden Browers finished first among males with a time of 18 minutes and 29 seconds.
Jane Jensen came in first place among females with a time of 22 minutes and 3 seconds.
Four-legged friends were welcome at the Feed Your Soul Turkey Trot.
COUNCIL
RLUIPA is a federal law protecting individuals and institutions from burdensome zoning and land-use regulations interfering with religious practices.
Herskovits questions why the city wouldn’t “enforce an ordinance they spent thousands in taxpayer money defending only 10 months before.”
She further accuses the council of failing to record the session despite public policy requiring transparency.
“ e idea that the meeting should not be recorded was a faulty premise,” her complaint asserts, calling into question the justi cation provided by the city attorney for excluding public documentation.
Herskovitz seeks a court declaration that the meeting violated Colorado’s Open Meeting Law, an injunction to prevent future noncompliant sessions and a public disclosure of the discussions held during the Aug. 26 executive session.
Failure to specify topics
e second lawsuit, led by Springsteen, accuses Lakewood City Council of violating Colorado’s Open Meetings Law by failing to properly announce the purpose of its executive session.
Springsteen asserts that the notice provided to the public lacked the necessary detail to inform citizens about the topic under discussion, thereby undermining transparency.
Springsteen points to the council’s vague language in the meeting notice, which stated that the session would address “issues subject to negotiation” without specifying the nature of those negotiations.
She believes this violates the council’s legal requirement to provide as much de-
tail as possible without compromising the session’s purpose.
Further, the lawsuit claims the council’s pattern of providing generic descriptions and failing to cite the exact statutory subsections authorizing closed-door discussions demonstrates a broader failure to adhere to transparency laws.
“ e City Council’s foregoing failure and omissions mirror seemingly similar shortcomings that occurred in other public meetings, suggesting a standardized practice of the City of Lakewood that routinely violates Colorado’s Open Meetings Law,” Springsteen stated.
Springsteen seeks a court declaration that the session was improperly closed,
an injunction to prevent future violations and public disclosure of the session’s recording, which she alleges has been wrongfully withheld.
She also requests costs and attorney fees, stating that the violations have deprived her and the public of their right to understand how decisions a ecting the community are made.
Ambiguous purpose and citation errors
In the third complaint, also led by Springsteen, the council is accused of conducting another improperly noticed executive session. e notice stated the session involved “negotiations,” but failed to explain the nature of those negotia-
tions. Additionally, the lawsuit points out that the council cited an incorrect statutory subsection.
Again, Springsteen argues the lack of clarity undermined public trust. She seeks remedies similar to her Sept. 9 lawsuit, including public disclosure of the session’s discussions.
Lakewood’s response
Lakewood Manager of Public Information Stacie Oulton responded to a request for comment, stating, “What the city can say in response to these lawsuits is that all of the referenced city’s meetings and executive sessions comply with the requirements of Colorado’s Open Meetings Law.” e outcomes of these lawsuits could have signi cant implications for how the city handles public meetings moving forward, ensuring greater clarity and compliance with legal standards.
Springsteen said she’s asked Lakewood’s attorney to meet with her and discuss settling the cases.
“I am hopeful that this will demonstrate to the city going forward that violations of Colorado’s Open Meetings Law are a serious o ense and that government transparency is demanded,” Springsteen said.
According to Je Roberts at the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition, “Unlike some other states, Colorado offers no administrative mechanism for appealing a records denial without going to court.”
“CORA states only that during the 14day period before a lawsuit is led, the required meeting between the records custodian and the requester may include recourse to any method of dispute resolution that is agreeable to both parties,” he continued.
“Once a lawsuit is led, a court hearing must occur ‘at the earliest practical time,’” Roberts said.
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Denver and Je erson County partner to buy critical open space parcel
Purchase creates a 4,000-acre swath of uninterrupted public land
BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e Evergreen area recently gained 167 acres of additional open space between Bergen Peak and Mount Pence, creating a total of 4,000 acres of uninterrupted public land. e $3 million Nov. 6 Elk-Bergen property acquisition also protects a vital elk migration corridor. County o cials said trails eventually will be constructed on it.
e smaller property along Colorado Highway 73 connects Denver Mountain Parks and Je erson County Open Space parcels, including Elk Meadow Park, Bergen Peak Mount Pence, the Bergen Peak State Wildlife Area, and the Arapaho National Forest.
It also helps protect the area from development. e 167-acre property was zone agricultural (A-2), which would have allowed for the creation of 10-acre lots.
Denver Mountain Parks and JCOS each paid $1.5 million for the property, which was previously privately owned by the Tibaldo family. e national nonpro t Trust for Public Land helped facilitate the purchase. It’s the rst time JCOS and Denver co-own property as tenants in common, according to the county.
“We’re thrilled not only for the relationship we have with our partners, but to know that there are still property owners in the county who value the protection of open space,” said Je erson County Open Space director Matt Robbins. “ is property was locked in there between a couple of already preserved lands. And anyone who’s ever traveled down the highway there has seen and knows how big that elk herd is. To create this larger range for them to migrate is really important.
“We’re so pleased these people sold it to us,” Robbins continued.
e purchase makes it possible to create trail connections from Elk Meadow Park, through Denver Mountain Parks property and into the Arapaho National Forest. Existing two-track roads could also be used for trails and public access within the property,
which will also bene t from unfragmented
malize the relationship between us and Denver,” he said. “Once that is in place, we’ll look at how we can increase trails.”
An IGA between the parties will include a cost-sharing plan for demolition and cleanup of structures on the land, and future development and management.
“Securing the Elk-Bergen property represents a signi cant win for outdoor recreation in the Denver Metro area and Colorado’s Front Range,” said Jim Petterson, Trust for Public Land’s Mountain West Region vice president. “By joining these two partners and their adjacent lands, we’re creating an unbroken natural landscape that bene ts wildlife, supports ecological resilience, and provides residents with expanded access to nature.”
e land is also home to native ora and fauna, including moose and black bears,
Lakewood police arrest 2 suspects in infant’s methamphetamine death
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN
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Lakewood police have arrested two suspects in connection with the death of a two-monthold infant, Ezra Johnson, who was found unresponsive on July 26 at a home on the 500 block of Vance Street in Lakewood.
e Je erson County Coroner determined that the baby died of methamphetamine toxicity.
Following an investigation by the Lakewood Police Crimes Against Children Unit, Ezra’s mother, Lisa Marie Johnson, 31, and her boyfriend, Alexander Avila, 33, were arrested and are being held in the Je erson County Jail on suspicion of rst-degree murder.
According to court records, Avila is currently facing a felony charge of sexual assault on a child
for an o ense that occurred on July 28, 2024.
About methamphetamine toxicity in infants
“ e Elk-Bergen property stitches together a series of conservation lands and iconic ties have told us are important to them,” said Shannon Dennison, Denver Mountain Parks Director.
Methamphetamine toxicity in infants occurs when a baby is exposed to methamphetamine, a powerful and highly addictive stimulant. Exposure can happen prenatally, through a mother’s drug use during pregnancy, or postnatally, such as ingestion, inhalation of secondhand smoke or skin contact with drug residue in the home.
In infants, methamphetamine a ects the central nervous system and can lead to severe symptoms like respiratory distress, seizures and cardiac arrest, often resulting in fatal outcomes due to their small body size and inability to process the toxin e ectively, according to research published in the journal “Frontiers in Pharmacology.”
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Holiday season highlights rising food insecurity in Je erson County
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
e holidays are a time for togetherness and tradition, but for many families in Je erson County, putting food on the table is becoming harder than ever. One in 13 residents experienced food insecurity in 2023, meaning they couldn’t afford enough food over the year.
Rising costs, fewer grocery options and the phase-out of pandemic relief bene ts have made things more challenging for families trying to make ends meet, explained Willow Cozzens, strategic initiatives coordinator for Je erson County’s Food and Communities Program.
While many families look forward to traditional holiday meals, several food pantries have been forced to cancel turkey distributions due to resource shortages this year.
“ is is a signi cant blow for families who rely on these programs for culturally signi cant holiday foods,” Cozzens said. “So folks are relying on other means, like other pantries that may have long lines, making it di cult for folks to access food.”
Local e orts to combat food insecurity Je erson County Public Health is doing its part to help, working behind the scenes to support food pantries and local farms while tackling the issue at a systems level. rough initiatives like the Food In Communities Project, the county collaborates with regional partners to strengthen food systems through policy changes, grant funding and community partnerships.
Cozzens said her team also works to increase security and food systems resil-
ience throughout the region through policy systems and environmental change and grant programs that support organizations on the ground.
“We support food pantries, encourage local food production and work with farmers to improve access to no-cost food,” she said. “By bolstering these organizations, we ensure they can sustain operations and reach those in need.”
e county is home to at least 51 food pantries operating as stationary facilities and mobile units serving remote neighborhoods. ese pantries rely on community support to keep their shelves stocked and operations running.
Local farmers also play a pivotal role in the food system. e county is home to at least 46 local farms participating in no-cost food programs, but Cozzens said they face mounting nancial pressures, including rising land costs and operating expenses.
Cozzens noted that JCPH advocates for policy changes to make farming more affordable while connecting farmers with resources to sustain their operations.
“ ere’s a growing demand for local food in Je erson County,” she said. “It’s vital that we support our farmers and ensure access to fresh, local produce for residents.”
Cozzens said.
Vulnerable populations and yearround needs
Among the county’s most vulnerable populations are children and the elderly. While food insecurity becomes more visible during the holidays, it remains a year-round issue.
“ e holiday season often draws attention to the problem, but the need for support persists throughout the year,”
Challenges like limited access to nearby grocery stores, especially in rural areas, exacerbate the issue. Cozzens also noted that factors like the potential merger of Kroger and Albertsons and a lack of federal bene t acceptance at certain stores could further impact food affordability and accessibility.
Residents eager to make a di erence can support local food pantries through
donations or volunteer work. JCPH’s website provides resources for individuals looking to get involved or nd assistance.
“With the right support, we can make strides toward reducing food insecurity and creating a stronger, more resilient community.”
For more information or to get involved, visit JCPH’s Food and Communities website.
One in 13 Je erson County residents faced food insecurity in 2023.
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Je co clerk spent $4K on get-out-the-vote billboard
Amanda Gonzalez, a Democrat, is rumored to be interested in running to be Colorado secretary of state in 2026
BY JESSE PAUL
THE COLORADO SUN
Je erson County Clerk Amanda Gonzalez’s o ce spent $7,200 on a get-out-thevote campaign in the lead-up to the November election that included a billboard with an advertisement that prominently featured her picture and name.
Gonzalez’s o ce said the campaign, launched in mid-October, also included social media posts, community events and yer distribution. e billboard alone cost $4,000.
e o ce said it found before launching the campaign that ads featuring Gonzalez, a Democrat, were high performing, citing a June report from the consulting rm Recap Communications. Gonzalez’s spokeswoman said those ndings reinforced national guidance and research showing that local o cials are the most trusted messengers for election information and ads featuring human faces are the most e ective.
e social media posts her o ce made also used likenesses of Je erson County Commissioners Lesley Dahlkemper and Tracy Kraft- arp, both Democrats.
Commissioner Andy Kerr, another Democrat and the county’s third commissioner, was on the ballot running for reelection this year, and therefore did not
participate. And for good reason.
It likely would have been illegal for Kerr to appear in the ads. A law the legislature passed in 2023 prohibits Colorado election o cials from using state or federal money to pay for advertisements that prominently feature a person who is a declared candidate for federal, state or local o ce.
at provision in the law was added in response to ads ghting election misinformation run in 2022 by Democratic Secretary of State Jena Griswold’s o ce that prominently featured her as she was running for a second term. Her predecessor, Republican Wayne Williams, who was running at the time to be the Colorado Springs mayor, also appeared in the ad.
Gonzalez isn’t a declared candidate for any o ce, but she is rumored to be interested in running for secretary of state in 2026.
Democratic state Sens. Steve Fenberg, Je Bridges and Jessie Danielson also are in the mix, as is Gonzalez’s predecessor, former Je erson County Clerk George Stern, another Democrat.
“I have been honored to receive encouragement from colleagues, county clerks and many allies to run for secretary of state,” Danielson told e Sun this week. “I am strongly considering running because we need to protect our democracy from political extremists and special interests determined to undo our work.”
Bridges and Fenberg con rmed their interest in the position when asked this week by e Sun.
Stern told Colorado Politics this week that “it’s more important than ever that we have people with election administra-
tion experience serving as secretaries of state throughout the country.”
Gonzalez declined to talk about her interest in running for secretary of state. But in a written statement, she defended the billboard as part of her o ce’s get-outthe-vote e orts.
“It has always been my goal to ensure that every eligible voter is able to cast their vote and have it counted, because I believe our democracy is stronger when everyone participates,” Gonzalez said.
e o ce argued the campaign was aimed at helping boost early turnout, which saves the county money by mitigating logistical challenges that would have required additional sta ng.
“By encouraging early voting, we saved taxpayer dollars and posted results faster,” Gonzalez said.
But the billboard featuring her image and name didn’t encourage early voting.
It simply said: “By mail, by drop box, or in-person: Vote by November 5.”
Sarah McAfee, a spokeswoman for Gonzalez, said the Je erson County Clerk and Recorder’s O ce nds “that telling voters speci cally to vote early can create questions about why … however, simply reminding them of the deadline spurs action to get it done.”
McA ee said early voting in Je erson County helped elections o cials there complete 98.5% of ballot counting on election night. Just 18% of mail ballots cast in the county this year were cast on election day, down from 40% in 2023, 28% in 2022 and 32% in 2021.
More than 350,000 ballots were cast in Je erson County this year. is story was printed through a news sharing agreement with e Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned nonpro t based in Denver that covers the state.
“A splendidly festive tradition” – BroadwayWorld
A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens Adapted by Richard Hellesen Music by David de Berry
Directed by Anthony Powell
A billboard in Je erson County encouraging people to vote featuring a photo of Clerk Amanda Gonzalez. COURTEY PHOTO
After a trip along the coast of Lake Michigan, I became intrigued by lighthouses and spent some time learning about these amazing torches. ey have existed for centuries; the Egyptians created the rst lighthouse 2,300 years ago. ey come in different shapes and sizes and can be seen in stunning places. Lighthouses must be nearly indestructible, give direction to the voyager, and protect vessels from unseen dangers lurking just below the water’s surface. e three most important parts of a lighthouse are the type of light used to attract attention, the location of the lighthouse protecting ships from danger, and the foundation upon which the structure is built.
As I read more about these buildings, I thought about how, in our sometimes complicated and downright confusing world, we as human beings need lighthouses, something or someone to give us direction and protection from unseen
Lighthouses in our lives
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Ifondly recall the tour I took of Hearst’s Castle on the California coast. I hadn’t planned on it, but when I saw how the woman at the welcome center, after I told her I had just watched “Citizen Kane,” hu ed about how the movie was NOT a fair representation of newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst’ life, I couldn’t resist. I have to admit I was not disappointed. e tour was quite interesting. I entered the hallowed bedrooms where the rich and famous slept, gazed at magnicent works of art and statuary and learned that Hearst nally resorted to cutting o David Niven from the bar. Apparently he was a lush.
However, the most striking part of the tour for me came at the end when we were herded into Hearst’s lm room where he would do private, rst-run showings of Hollywood lms. Our guide stated Hearst invited and entertained a wide breadth of stars and artists. All were welcome except one.
“Who do you think it was?” he asked o handedly.
Stirred from my reverie, I clicked around on my heels and without hesitation said, “John Steinbeck.”
I was both right and delighted not because I knew that factoid but because it wasn’t hard to surmise. Steinbeck was brutally cutting toward the mega-rich, especially Hearst, and Hearst hated him passionately.
It’s not hard to imagine why: Steinbeck ripped away the veneer Hearst and many of the uber-wealthy of that time cloaked themselves with and hid behind. In so doing, he exposed not only them but also us in our com-
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dangers. ree questions helped me wrap my head around the idea of lighthouses in our lives.
What light shines for you in a way that you will never miss? Is it family, friends, mornings? Is it the promise of health or maybe just the comfort of knowing things will work out? Whatever the light, it must catch your attention no matter how difcult the situation or how big the storm. What is your lighthouse protecting you from hitting? Are your dangers discouragement, fear, anger, disappointment, or does something else present a greater peril? Knowing the dangers you are avoiding lets you know your lighthouse is in the right spot. e goal of
your lighthouse is to catch your attention when you venture too close to the rocks that can hamper your journey.
What is the foundation upon which your lighthouse is built? Is it faith? Is it family? Is it friends? Or is it some combination of all of these and a few other things? ere are all sorts of stories of lighthouses failing. ere is even a top 10 list of most endangered lighthouses published by MapQuest Travel. Most lighthouses that fail do so because of issues with the foundation. As the ground under the lighthouse erodes the structure cannot stand. It is only with a strong base that the lighthouse accomplishes its goal.
At rst glance, it may seem strange for a column about encouragement to suggest you think about lighthouses, but in introspection, we sometimes nd the greatest treasures. Taking time to think about this idea allows you to celebrate the supports and protections surrounding you. It also
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allows you to look for ways to create the type of support you need if it is not there. If you take time to think about this idea of a lighthouse, I would love to hear about the supports surrounding you. As always, I hope that you will nd inspiration in my words and share those words of encouragement with those who need it. I would love to hear from you as you nd helpful morsels in these columns and as you nd ways to encourage those around you. I can be contacted at jim. roome@gmail.com.
Jim Roome lives in Arvada with his wife Beth. He spent 34 years in public education. Lessons learned from the one two punch of being diagnosed with MS shortly before his best friend was diagnosed with terminal cancer led him into a new pursuit as a freelance writer and speaker. He uses his life experiences and love of stories to inspire, educate and encourage local, national and international audiences.
plicity by venerating them and allowing them to get away with pretty much anything they want. He laid bare the corruption in their souls and the proclivity for it in ours. For then as it is now, it was about strength and success, success de ned by wealth, power and status.
If you’re looking for adventure or romance in a novel or getting lost in a whodunit, John Steinbeck is not your author. But if you dare take a peek into an unsettling side of the human soul, he’s your guide. And there’s no place better to start with than “ e Winter of Our Discontent.”
As he watches the drama unfold he’s the center of, it slowly dawns on Ethan Allen Hawley, the story’s protagonist, that strength and success are seemingly above reproach, above morality and criticism. He wonders though if there is a “check in men” that “stops or punishes” but concludes there isn’t and that the only punishment meted out in that moral universe is for failure.
It’s a pathetic ethical and moral code, but it is quintessentially American, encoded in the American ethos by Hearst and his uber-wealthy contemporaries, the so-called Titans of Industry. Success at all cost or else you’re red. And not only literally, but guratively in your private life because it’ll be well known that you’re a loser.
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alert for those who haven’t read the novel, I won’t provide the context of the following. But I hope if you read or reread the book, you’ll take your time, slow-read, and highlight the exchange Ethan has toward the end of the story.
After surveying the ruin that has transpired, Ethan wryly observes what’s covered up, for the perps and their solicitous followers and acolytes, doesn’t exist. Hide it, ignore it, talk over or away from it, and poof, it’s gone, it never happened.
Ethan is disgusted and deeply shaken by the rot, the moral dissoluteness that solidi ed in those around him, including the ones he loves most. But he’s more unnerved by how he, after the seed was planted, allowed it to fester and grow within himself. Alluding to the biblical admonition about the wages of sin, Ethan plaintively asks, “Has sin gone on strike for a wage raise?” Sin being the unethical, immoral, unbridled pursuit of success, power and status.
While reconnecting with his Moral North Star, Ethan remembers that in the end, all anyone has and leaves as a legacy is their integrity, dignity and reputation, which, as Ben Franklin reminded us, is like glass: easily cracked and never well mended.
Despaired, Ethan must decide what to do about his moral quandary. What action does he take? Read the book in this, the winter of our discontent, and thou shalt knowest the answer.
Jerry Fabyanic is the author of “Sisyphus Wins” and “Food for ought: Essays on Mind and Spirit.” He lives in Georgetown.
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Let’s scrap the stigma of mental illness
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ven though 1 in 5 Americans is estimated to su er from mental health illness, talk about mental health in the rural West remains muted. I’d like to talk about it this anksgiving season because I’m grateful I got the help I needed after a long-fought problem: I’m bipolar and I’m being treated for it. I didn’t start out bipolar. I was 24 when my behavior took a dive. At rst, I chalked it up to my job in New York where I was buying and selling stocks all day. I became manic and anxious, prone to periods of depression laced with sleepless anxiety. During a period of ramped-up mental anguish, I jumped out of a moving car. It was going fast, over 30 miles per hour. I was with friends when someone made a joke at my expense, and rather than re back a witty response. I thought, “I’m going to explode.” I opened the door and jumped. Ten seconds later I was hobbling down a dark suburban street. Sure, I was bloody, gravel lodged in my hands, but I was relieved to be out of that car.
Running from problems became my life’s work. It was that or suddenly erupting in anger, seeming without notice. But for years I dodged seeing a psychiatrist, consulting a therapist instead. I’d grown up in a rural Western community and seeking psychiatric help seemed impossible. When I nally sought out a psychiatrist 15 years later, he asked tough questions. What were the most erratic things I’d done? Jumping out of a moving car ranked rst on the list. Had I ever been hospitalized for my behavior? No, nothing that severe. He took notes, then gave me his diagnosis: I was bipolar. I rmly resisted that conclusion.
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A ‘Miracle’ comes to Town Hall Arts Center
There are few things about Christmas that are as joyful as children’s excitement about a visit from Santa Claus. So, can you imagine the thrill when a child meets the real Santa at Macy’s Department Store?
at’s just what happens to 6-year-old Susan in Meredith Willson’s “Miracle on 34th Street: e Musical,” which is running at theTown Hall Arts Center, 2450 St. in Littleton, through Sunday, Dec. 29. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. ursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday.
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di erent time, and so we opted to return to 1947.”
“When I saw Town Hall was doing this show, I immediately remembered the 1947 movie so well,” said Billie McBride, director of the show. “I thought this was just my cup of tea and I know it will be for the audience as well.”
Based on the classic lm, the show follows Doris Walker and her daughter Susan as they navigate the holiday season in New York City. When Doris’ neighbor, Fred, volunteers to take Susan to meet Kris Kringle at Macy’s, she nds herself face-to-face with someone claiming to be the real Santa Claus. And so begins a song-and-dance- lled magical journey to discover if he’s the genuine article. e original version of the musical moved the time frame from the 1940s to the 1960s, but for this production, McBride returned the setting to its original roots. She said this allows the story to better capture a time of innocence in the world.
“ is story is a fairy tale and I think it is harder to tap into that during the 1960s, with all that was going on at the time,” she said. “ e story needs the simplicity of a
Skeptically, he o ered anti-depressant medication. “Typically, a bipolar person will have a poor reaction,” he said. I had seven bad reactions to seven anti-depressants. I nally gave up.
“I’m not saying I’m bipolar,” I said. “But if I were, what medication would you prescribe?”
“I’d prescribe an anti-psychotic,” he said.
At that point, the continuing anguish of my daily life outweighed my fear of being diagnosed as mentally ill. “I’m ready,” I said.
Sure enough, the medication was e ective and life changed. I slept soundly and could readily work. I experienced calm. I married, had a child and eased into what passes for normal life. But I never talked to people about being bipolar, about the medication that made life worth living. I bought life insurance and went through a medical exam. Afterward, the agent said I could get a much better rate without an antipsychotic in my daily regimen.
I paid the higher rate for what I called my “bipolar tax.”
In 2022, my family and I moved from New York to the town of Durango, Colorado. I called psychiatrists in the area and explained I was looking to start treatment locally.
One doctor quickly texted me back and asked me to text my medications. “Whoa!” he texted, “I don’t treat bipolar patients.” e next psychiatrist rejected me also.
I tried to wean o medication, but the
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A cast of the size “Miracle” requires a lot of work from McBride and the behind the curtains team — everyone from the musical director and the choreographer have worked hard to get the performers to their holiday best. And McBride is particularly proud of the cast, which she said was selected to re ect the way New York City actually looks.
e show is really about celebrating the magic of the season and McBride hopes the production will give audiences some much-needed Christmas fun.
“To sit a whole bunch of people down and give them a live production of a wonderful show is a gift we give them for Christmas,” he said. “It’s an old-fashioned, feel good musical with magic and we consider it a gift to the community.”
Information and tickets are available at https://townhallartscenter.org/event/ meredith-willsons-miracle-on-34thstreet-the-musical/.
At SeeSaw Art, PRESENT is a present For its nal show of the year,SeeSaw Art Gallery, 5 W. Radcli Ave. in Englewood, has unveiled PRESENT Company, a group show highlighting small works. It runs at the gallery through Sunday, Jan. 12.
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old hamster wheel of anxious thoughts spun faster and faster. In western Colorado, it took nding a telehealth doctor who would prescribe the medication that allowed me to function.
I also got to know my neighbor John Truitt, who is, among other things, on the autism spectrum and happy to chat about it. Sensing a kindred spirit, I began, “ is is a big secret.”
His reaction to my confession was surprising: “Big deal, you’re bipolar,” he said. “You’re what’s called 2E for twice exceptional.” at meant I was “neurodiverse” and gifted, he said.
My gift had once been turning the chaos of nancial markets into pro table trades, something I can’t do now while medicated, but I’m ne with that.
Since that day, I’ve told more people about my diagnosis and subsequent learning curve. is spring, I gave a commencement speech at the private Heron School for Twice-Exceptional Students in Moab, Utah, sharing with parents, teachers and students my bumpy ride with mental illness.
Looking at the audience, I saw understanding and acceptance.
Because so many of us live with it, mental illness needs to be acknowledged, treated and talked about. I could have saved so much time, energy and pain by seeking the right kind of help earlier. How much healthier we would be if we treated mental illness the way we treat any other illness — with openness and compassion.
Dave Marston is the publisher of Writers on the Range, writersontherange.org, an independent nonpro t dedicated to spurring lively conversation about Western issues. He lives in Durango, Colorado.
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Educators Je Kagan and Paige Doughty are a married children’s musical duo in Colorado who have performed together for 20 years. ey focus on teaching science in English and Spanish through music and theater at summer camps and educational school assemblies.
“To see the joy on their faces and the connections they make through their bodies and minds when dancing and singing about these complex subjects” is what makes it all worth it, Doughty said.
“I love creating something at home or sitting by a stream, a song, or an entire performance piece and then seeing how a large group of three to eight-year-olds responds to that when we present it,” Kagan added.
Doughty was not born in Colorado but considers it her home.
“It was the rst place that felt like home to me,” Doughty said. “I’ve been here a long time. I can’t claim I’m a native, but it feels like home.”
Doughty has undergraduate degrees in English Literature and French Language.
“When I was teaching middle school and high school, I realized I wanted to teach experientially about the is-
sues happening in the world around us,” Doughty said. “So I went back to school and I got a degree in Environmental Education.”
While pursuing that degree, Doughty met Kagan, who was inspired into the line of study after teaching residential environmental education at a camp for middle school students on the East Coast.
“Once a week, the entire sixth-grade class would come to a camp in the Adirondacks, which would be their curriculum for the week,” Kagan said. “I just fell in love with both the content and all the creative ways that teachers were using the natural world to get these kids excited about science and nature.”
After Doughty and Kagan completed their environmental education, they ended up in Boulder where they started leading programs through the City of Boulder’s Open Space and Mountain Parks.
“We started doing those programs to get families outdoors to enjoy music. rough those programs, I started writing songs about the actual ecology of the places we were sitting in, and now we have seven albums,” Kagan said.
Kagan and Doughty made these programs their fulltime work in 2011.
Paige Doughty and Je Kagan are environmental science educators.
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When the duo performs, they sing and perform theatrically about science and nature while Kagan plays the guitar.
Doughty said they started adding the Spanish language to their music and theater science programs in
the last ve years and are trying to add more Spanish every time they perform.
“It’s important to us to be inclusive, and it feels exciting to use another language involved in our educational act,” Doughty said.
Doughty said they are called for performances at events mainly in the front range, but all over Colorado.
“In our 20-year history, we’ve been to many places. … Since we had our kids, we have stuck a little bit closer to
home and love traveling for work when we can and reaching more people with our live performances,” Doughty said.
e couple also has a YouTube channel and music available to stream.
Doughty said they teach kindergarten through fth grade, and babies and toddlers come to their shows, too.
“With fth graders, especially in the upper grades, I see them letting loose, nding themselves in the joy of their movement, and presenting it as their learning. It feels right we tend to deprive our kids so much these days, and we expect them to grow up so fast,” Doughty said.
Doughty said that occasionally over the years, she received feedback from people who said they wouldn’t bring the fth graders to their assembly because it was too babyish for them.
“I said they’re the ones that need it much more than the kindergarteners,” Doughty said.
e duo works as a nonpro t, so they do a lot of fundraising to support their programming and o er as much as they can for free to audiences, Doughty added.
“ ere’s so much work we must do in the background to plan the shows, rehearse, write and produce the music. It feels delightful, and it’s worth it,” Doughty said.
“It’s uplifting. It feels like we are ultimately doing what we are called to do, and the kids are having a great time, especially in a school context, that they’re getting to move their bodies and learn about these subject matters in a fun and artistic way,” Kagan added. “It’s what I want to do until my hair is entirely gray.”
For more information about Je and Paige, visit www.je andpaige.org. To see their performances, visit www.youtube.com/je andpaige.
Paige Doughty and Je Kagan dress in di erent nature and animal costumes.
Morrison speed camera vandalized and out of service
Town plans to hire new ticket vendor before returning controversial device to its streets
BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Morrison’s speed camera was vandalized last month and is out of service, likely until early 2025, according to Town Manager Mallory Nassau. But the needed repairs aren’t the only issue keeping it o Morrison’s streets. e town plans to hire a new vendor to process the tickets, after months of revenue tracking showed the current company is taking an outsized portion of the money.
Additionally, town leaders say many people aren’t paying the $40 citation, which is also impacting total revenue for the town.
At an October town board meeting, Nassau said she anticipates Morrison will end 2024 with $134,000 in speed camera revenue — signi cantly less than town leaders had anticipated. e town contracted with Louisiana-based Emergent Enforcement Solutions for automated tra c monitoring and enforcement.
“We expected to get some sort of revenue from it,” said Town Trustee Katie Gill. “ e vendor’s billing to the town to manage the system has been huge. It didn’t turn into very much revenue for the town.
“I think it’s also that lots of people aren’t paying the tickets,” Gill continued. “We still have to pay the vendor to manage the process, but the revenue doesn’t come in.”
Nassau said she’ll have nal numbers at year’s end.
e camera, which was parked on a trailer on Bear Creek Avenue at Morrison’s east entrance, was vandalized Oct.
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e exhibition features 27 artists (most local to Colorado) and more than 65 unique artworks. e works have been curated with the holiday season in mind and require the same skill, technique and creativity as any large piece you might come across. Visitors can see work in a range of mediums, including painting, mixed media, drawing, ber and sculpture.
25, and is being repaired. e town said it has no suspects.
e camera began generating automatic citations May 8 and has been controversial — for those who get tickets, but also among the town’s business owners and some town trustees. And that controversy has centered not only on the brisk pace at which it issued tickets, but on a location that clocked drivers as they were leaving Morrison. e site was at the end of the town’s 25 mph zone and within view of a 40 mph sign in Je erson County.
e camera was set to issue citations to those traveling 10 mph or more over the town’s 25 mph speed limit.
Morrison Holiday Bar owner Dave Killingsworth, who called the speed camera the town’s “orange ATM,” suggested the town move the device to instead monitor the speed of drivers coming into Morrison.
“If you do put it back, put it on the other side of the street,” he said. Let people know what to expect, instead of giving them the nger on the way out.”
Killingsworth also said his revenues are down, as are those of many other business owners.
Some business owners have complained that Morrison’s parking ticket and speed enforcement are taking a toll on their sales.
“I think the combination of parking and putting in the (camera) on the way out of town, in a spot where people see a sign that says 40, it rubs people the wrong way,” said Town Trustee Adam Way. “I think people coming to Morrison, having dinner, coming out and having a yellow (parking) ticket on their car and then getting a speeding ticket could be attributed to some of the revenue depreciation. We need to look at that.”
Gill believes the camera should be moved to northbound Colorado Highway 8, monitoring drivers coming into
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Make Merry with Christmas stories at the Arvada Center
Christmas is brimming with stories that have delighted audiences for years; stories that have worked their way into the very fabric of the se ason.“Making Merry”is a collection of holiday stories and songs to mark the season presented by stories on Stage and its coming to the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13.
town from U.S. Highway 285.
“We do need some speed patrol,” she said. “But I agree it spent too much time at that location targeting people leaving town.”
Trustee Paul Sutton said he’d also like to see it moved to monitor drivers coming into town, but he believes the speed camera serves an important purpose in Morrison.
Morrison Police Chief Bill Vinelli said it was slowing drivers. e camera averaged 750 citations a day in its rst several months of operation, a number that had dropped to just over 300 by fall.
Vinelli, who oversaw installation of the camera and reported its activity to the town board monthly, is on paid administrative leave pending an investigation.
“Once people realize that if you speed,
e show features Gabriella Cavallero, Seth Dhonau, Voices Rock Reverb and pianist Kent Lemburg. Tickets are available at www.arvadacenter.org.
Clarke’s Concert of the Week — brent Forever: The Tour at Mission Ballroom It seems like you don’t hear many musical duos these days, which makes the partnership between Connecticut’s Chelsea Cutler and New Jersy’s Jeremy Zucker such a special treat. Both musicians have worked together o and on since 2018, specializing in the kind of
you get a ticket, we won’t have the number of speeding tickets we have now,” Sutton said, adding he is less concerned about its impact on local businesses than deterring speeders. “Public safety is more important to me than restaurants.”
Morrison has a long-held reputation as a speed trap that relies on tickets to bolster its revenues, but town leaders said that is a misnomer.
Trustees defended the paid parking and enforcement, saying it was designed to help businesses by ensuring parking spaces turn over.
“ ere are several smaller businesses who wanted the parking,” Gill said. “ eir revenue went up because they had parking available for their customers instead of employees of large businesses taking over parking.”
love-drunk melancholy pop that we’ve all needed from time to time. All three of the pair’s albums have been named “brent,” so it’s only tting now that they’ve just released “brent iii,” that they take the show on the road. brent Forever: e Tour is coming to the Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St. in Denver. e opening act for the evening will be Paige Fish Get tickets at www.axs.com.
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Morrison’s speed camera warns drivers leaving town to slow down on Oct. 8. The camera was vandalized about two weeks later. The white sign in the background marks the transition from a 25 to 40 mph speed zone.
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Thu 12/12
Liquid Bloom: Honoring Ram Das @ 6pm
Sun 12/15
Mon 12/16
Joe Johnson @ 10am
Ophelia's Electric Soapbox, 1215 20th St, Den‐ver
Beyond Laser Light Experience @ 12pm Denver
The Kirk of Highland, 3011 Vallejo St, Denver
Yung Hood @ 7pm
Summit Music Hall, 1902 Blake St, Denver
Franz Ferdinand @ 8pm Ogden Theatre, 935 East Colfax, Den‐
Teague Starbuck @ 5pm
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Sat 12/14
Midnight @ 5pm
Larimer Lounge, 2721 Larimer St, Den‐
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The Pamlico & 2MX2 ThanksMas Dance Party @ 7pm Mercury Cafe, 2199 California St, Denver
Smoothie Boys Presents: Blender
@ 9pm / $18.52
Kulture Music Hall, Denver
Convergence Station Exhibition @ 4:59pm
Convergence Station, 1338 1st Street, Denver
Cecelia Band: Metal Monday’s 12/16/24 @ 7pm
Your Mom's House, 608 E 13th Ave., Denver
Lot 46 Music Bar, 5302 W 25th Ave, Edgewater
Hunter Reece @ 5pm
Lost Lake Lounge, 3602 E Colfax Ave, Denver
Tree Squid @ 5pm
Lost Lake Lounge, 3602 E Colfax Ave, Denver
Good Family @ 5pm
Larimer Lounge, 2721 Larimer St, Denver
Proof of Concept @ 5pm
Larimer Lounge, 2721 Larimer St, Denver
Jackie Evancho @ 7pm
Marquis Theater, 2009 Larimer St, Den‐
DARUMA: Two Moons
@ 7pm
Two Moons Music Hall, 2944 Larimer St, Denver
Wed 12/18
Emma Ruth Rundle @ 8pm Bluebird Theatre, Denver
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clementine @ 7pm
Hi-Dive, 7 S Broadway, Denver
Reminiscent Wounds @ 7pm
Hi-Dive, 7 S Broadway, Denver
Dancing with Dante @ 7pm
Hi-Dive, 7 S Broadway, Denver
Sierra Green @ 7pm Paramount Theatre, 1621
Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays @ 8pm / $59.50-$149.50 Paramount Theatre, Denver
Evergreen to star in holiday movie ‘Mocha and Mistletoe’
Java Groove owner Eric Martinez’s TikTok posts convinced filmmaker to feature the town in a romantic comedy
BY JANE REUTER JREUTER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
When Java Groove owner Eric Martinez and his family moved to Evergreen, they were enchanted — by the creek, the elk, the scenery and the people. Martinez started posting about his new life on TikTok, and followers shared his enthusiasm.
“ ey said, ‘Your town, your story and your shop sounds like the plot of a Christmas Hallmark movie,’” Martinez said. “So I made a video and said, ‘Hey Hallmark, come check out my town.’ Hallmark didn’t see it. But an independent lmmaker did.”
Next month, New York lmmaker Candice “Candy” Cain will shoot the movie Martinez envisioned.
Java Groove will feature heavily in the romantic comedy, “Mocha and Mistletoe,” along with several other Evergreen businesses and sights. Cain, who wrote and will direct the production, said she was drawn to the idea by Martinez’s enthusiasm.
“It’s a beautiful place,” Cain said. “But it was more about Eric’s passion than anything else. He really loves Evergreen and is very proud of his town. I knew working with Eric, I’d be able to get those feelings and a good story from him.”
Cain is no stranger to making movies or nding a hook that connects with viewers. e owner of Gemelli Films, she’s written and directed 21 feature lms, 16
of them with a holiday theme.
“Candy Cain is my real name, so I’m kind of pigeonholed into Christmas movies,” she said. “I pride myself on being able to make really wholesome, heartfelt movies about Christmas anywhere.”
e plot of “Mocha and Mistletoe” centers around a magical piece of mistletoe that helps people nd true love. e script also includes a secondary storyline about a corporate co ee chain that threatens to take over the small, locally-
owned shop.
Martinez will not play the lead but said he has a good role as a line cook and manager in the lm’s ctitious smalltown co ee shop. Auditions are being held for several parts, with lead actors coming from outside Evergreen. And
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“It’s been 20 years since I did any acting, and that was in high school,” he said. “I’m happy enough they’re doing it in my town.”
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Eric Martinez, who owns Java Groove co ee shop in downtown Evergreen, posted on TikTok that the town was worthy of a Hallmark movie. An independent filmmaker who saw the post plans to shoot a holiday romantic comedy in Evergreen next month. COURTESY OF JAVA GROOVE
Martinez posted a TikTok in February asking Hallmark to make a movie in Evergreen.
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How to keep your cool during holiday political debates
7 practical tips from a behavioral scientist to navigate family conversations post-election
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Navigating political debates during the holidays can feel like walking a tightrope: one wrong step, and you’re in a heated argument instead of enjoying the pumpkin pie. Whether it’s a well-meaning relative dropping a divisive comment or a spirited family member pressing you for your stance, these moments can quickly escalate.
Denver-based behavioral scientist Susanna Park, Ph.D., shared practical advice for navigating these tricky conversations without losing your cool — or your relationships. Here are her top tips, drawn from her expertise and personal experience.
1. Know your goal
Before diving into any political discussion, Park advises asking yourself a critical question: What’s my goal?
respecting the collective agreement at the gathering.
“ ere is something to be said about permitting yourself to not engage,” Park said. “Others in the community are with you and doing that work as well. Just because you’re not engaging in that one moment with your family doesn’t mean that you’re a bad person or that the situation will change for better or worse.”
Pro Tip: Frame the boundary as a shared goal to keep the event positive. For example, say, “Let’s make this about catching up and celebrating, not debating politics.”
4. Find common ground Park emphasized the value of connecting with family members on shared interests outside of politics.
“If you care about animals, nd people who care about animals,” she said. Whether volunteering at a shelter or attending a local event, community work can bridge divides and bring people together.
“Is it to actually change the other person’s mind, or is it to just be able to speak your thoughts and feel heard?” she asked. If you know the likelihood of changing minds is slim, adjust your expectations. “ e way you talk to them is going to change…because you know it’s not going to happen,” she continued. Reframing your goal can prevent conversations from spiraling into heated debates where both people ght to win.
shared values.
2. Recognize your limits
It’s okay to step away if the conversation becomes too overwhelming.
Pro Tip: If validation is your goal, frame the conversation with open-ended questions to encourage dialogue, not debate. If you sense things heating up, redirect to common interests or
“You’re not losing an argument,” Park said. Instead, you’re saving yourself unnecessary stress and prioritizing quality family time. Remember, you’re allowed to decide how you want to spend your evening. Peacefully enjoying dessert beats a shouting match any day.
Pro Tip: Have an exit strategy ready. For instance, excuse yourself to grab a drink or o er to help in the kitchen when tensions rise. Physical distance can also give you mental space.
3. Set boundaries Sometimes, the best approach is to set clear limits upfront. A mutual agreement to leave politics at the door can help maintain harmony. If some feel strongly about discussing it, they can nd other outlets while
Pro Tip: Suggest activities that focus on shared values. Whether it’s a food drive, local park cleanup or holiday decorating, working toward a common goal can strengthen bonds despite di ering views.
5. Take care of yourself
Self-awareness is key, from managing social media algorithms to recognizing physical signs of stress.
Surviving holiday political debates can be challenging no matter how you voted.
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FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 18676 West 59th Drive, Golden, CO 80403-2117.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY
ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/03/2024 Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400314
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) THANESHA BRIGGS Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN PACIFIC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
SELENE FINANCE LP Date of Deed of Trust November 15, 2021
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 22, 2021
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2021164035
Original Principal Amount
$235,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$226,041.16
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 12, BLOCK 3, AMENDED PLAT MOUNT CARBON PARK ESTATES FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 3696 S. Nelson Way, Lakewood, CO 80235-1152.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/ First Publication: 12/5/2024 Last Publication: 1/2/2025 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/10/2024 Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Barbara Lyons, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
David R. Doughty #40042 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 24-032439
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Last Publication: 1/2/2025 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400278
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
Gary Alan McIntyre and Catherine F. McIntyre
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for American Financing Corporation, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Date of Deed of Trust
August 25, 2020
County of Recording
Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
September 03, 2020
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2020110606
Original Principal Amount
$334,750.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$301,361.62
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 39, Block 2, a Replat of Waverly Acres
Subdivision Filing No. 1, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 10120 Eaton Street, Westminster, CO 80020.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/10/2024 Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Lyndsay Smith, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893
Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO23575
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 26, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Michael J. Vitry Original Beneficiary(ies)
Adams Bank & Trust
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Adams Bank & Trust
Date of Deed of Trust
November 16, 2022
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
November 22, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022103594
Original Principal Amount
$585,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$585,000.00
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay installments of principal and interest and failure to pay real property taxes when and as due
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 7, BLOCK 9, SECOND RESUBDIVISION OF IDLEWILD, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 10465 W 14th Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215-4531.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/16/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/26/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Lyndsay Smith, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Douglas W Brown #10429
Brown Dunning Walker Fein Drusch PC 7995 E. Prentice Avenue, Suite 101E, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (303) 329-3363
Attorney File # 1654-026 C
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
Ryan R Brassell
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. ("MERS") as nominee for ZB, N.A. dba Vectra Bank Colorado, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Zions Bancorporation, N.A. dba Vectra Bank Colorado, successor by name change to ZB, N.A. dba Vectra Bank Colorado
Date of Deed of Trust January 09,
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2017003754
Original Principal Amount
$540,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$449,166.47
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 4, BLOCK 4, AMANDA HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 975 Beech Street, Golden, CO 80401.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755
McCarthy & Holthus, LLP
7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Attorney File # CO-24-998435-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400308
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Corrianne Finizza
Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Bank of England,
PUBLIC NOTICES
OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 26029 Edelweiss Cir, Evergreen, CO 80439-5521.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024 Last Publication: 1/2/2025 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/03/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
By: Lyndsay Smith, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-24-997798-LL
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Alison L. Berry #34531 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 22-027989
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400285
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 19, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Joshua C. Vaughn
Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Homeside Financial, LLC, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Lower, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust December 22, 2020 County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 30, 2020 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2020173548 Original Principal Amount
$470,250.00 Outstanding Principal Balance
$467,770.91
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 591, LAKE ARBOR FILING NO. 5, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 6420 W 83rd Pl, Arvada, CO 80003. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/19/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893
Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C.
355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO22808
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 26, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Patrick Kelsall and Zoe Williams
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for NBH Bank, its successors and assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC
Date of Deed of Trust
June 27, 2022
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
June 29, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022062148
Original Principal Amount
$428,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$426,745.66
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
The East 7 feet of Lot 10, and the West 53.7 feet of Lot 9, Riber Rena Subdivision, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 5465 W 5th Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80226. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/16/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400294
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 26, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
James Harley Wadsworth, Jr
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR CALIBER HOME LOANS, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
MIDFIRST BANK
Date of Deed of Trust
April 22, 2019
County of Recording
Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
April 23, 2019
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2019031160
Original Principal Amount
$505,672.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$427,919.56
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
PART OF THE NE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 69 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID NE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 32; THENCE NORTH ALONG
THE WEST LINE OF SAID NE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 32, 110.00 FEET; THENCE EAST PARALLEL WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NE 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 32, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID NE 1/4 NW 1/4 A DISTANCE OF 110.00 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NE 1/4 NW 1/4; THENCE WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NE 1/4 NW 1/4 A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 2300 YOUNGFIELD ST, LAKEWOOD, CO 80215-1031. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/16/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/26/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400279
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Lacksamy Khautisen and Nakhareth Khautisen
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.("MERS") as nominee for American Financing Corporation, Its Successors and Assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Date of Deed of Trust
April 25, 2016
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 29, 2016
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2016040422
Original Principal Amount
$184,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$158,852.18
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows:
Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 35, BLOCK 1, TRAILSIDE FILING 2
SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 8766 Everett Circle, Arvada, CO 80005. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755
McCarthy & Holthus, LLP
7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-24-996438-LL
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
OF JEFFERSON, COLORADO, ON FEBRUARY 3, 1983 AT RECEPTION NO. 83010327 AND ON APRIL 26, 1983 AT RECEPTION NO. 83036513, RESPECTIVELY, AND ANY AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO Purported common address: 9670 W CHATFIELD AVENUE UNIT G, LITTLETON, CO 80128. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A
DATE: 09/26/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO22494
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Alison L. Berry #34531
Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 22-028741
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400312
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
PUBLIC NOTICES
Outstanding Principal Balance $214,077.97
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 21, BLOCK 1, DUTCH RIDGE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 6722 S INDEPENDENCE ST, LITTLETON, CO 80128-4046.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
mand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/16/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/26/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C.
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/19/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400283
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 19, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Christopher G. Wright and Linda M. Wright
Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Paramount Equity Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
NewRez LLC
d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing
Date of Deed of Trust
December 23, 2015 County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 31, 2015
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2015138030
Original Principal Amount
$137,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance
$126,335.07
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A
Lot
of which is recorded in Plat Book 20 at page 18, Jefferson County, Colorado.
Purported common address: 10543 W 62nd Place, Arvada, CO 80004. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A
LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE
PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/19/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
By: Lyndsay Smith, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Amanda Ferguson #44893 Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO23607
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
Stanley E. Compton
Original Beneficiary(ies)
Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Cardinal Financial Company, Limited Partnership, its successors and assigns
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Date of Deed of Trust
July 05, 2022
County of Recording
Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 12, 2022
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022066036
Original Principal Amount
$340,862.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$334,227.41
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 15, Block 5, Southern Gables Subdivision, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado.
Purported common address: 2117 South Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood, CO 80227.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby
the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Barbara Lyons, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Heather L. Deere #28597
Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155
Attorney File # CO23757
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) J. Troy McKay and Jesse L. McKay
Original Beneficiary(ies)
TCF National Bank
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
The Huntington National Bank, A National Banking Association, Successor By Merger to TCF National Bank Date of Deed of Trust
May 05, 2006
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 24, 2006
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2006062168
Original Principal Amount
$80,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$72,024.74
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Lot 6, Block 10, Applewood West, Filing No. 2, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado
Purported common address: 2223 Beech Court, Golden, CO 80401.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
Hanna M. Thompson #58968
Foley Mansfield, P. L.L.P.
385 Inverness Pkwy, Suite 400, Englewood, CA 80112 (720) 636-7979
Attorney File # 001281-010194
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400301
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 3, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
MICHAEL HAUGEN
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR INDY-
MAC BANK, F.S.B.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC
INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-AR21, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-AR21
Date of Deed of Trust
June 02, 2006
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
June 15, 2006
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2006072833
Original Principal Amount $152,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $91,662.11
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
A TRACT OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF SOUTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 71 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING M ORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
BASIS OF BEARINGS: THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 71 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., BEING MONUMENTED AT THE NORTH ONE-QUARTER COMER OF SAID SECTION 27, BY 5” BRASS CAP – LS 865 AND THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID NORTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER BY A 2-1/2” ALUMINUM CAP – LS 10102, IS ASSUMED TO BEAR S 02 DEGREES 30 M INUTES 28 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1348.88 FEET;
COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST COMER OF THE SOUTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 71 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., THENCE S 02 DEGREES 29 MINUTES 57 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER, A DISTANCE OF 229.26 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE THE FOLLOWING FOUR (4) COURSES:
1. NORTH 89 DEGREES 01 MINUTES 40 SECONDS EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SOUTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER, A DISTANCE OF 192.34 FEET 2. SOUTH 02 DEGREES 29 MINUTES 57 SECONDS EAST, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER, A DISTANCE OF 208.72 FEET; 3. SOUTH 89 DEGREES 01 MINUTES 40 SECONDS WEST PARALLEL WITH THE SAID NORTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 192.34 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID SOUTH ONE-HALF OF THE NORTHEAST ONE-QUARTER; 4. NORTH 02 DEGREES 29 MINUTES 57 SECONDS WEST, ALONG SAID WEST LINE, A DISTANCE OF 208.72 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO Purported common address: 11837 HIGHWAY 285, CONIFER, CO 80433. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF
that I
heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying
DATE: 10/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Purported common address: 6163 W 78TH AVE, ARVADA, CO 80003.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400282
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Amber L Tipton AND Nathaniel Shane Tipton
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FLAGSTAR BANK, N.A.
Date of Deed of Trust
May 23, 2022
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
June 06, 2022
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2022054900
Original Principal Amount
$289,600.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$282,976.47
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
CONDOMINIUM UNIT 1026, BUILDING NO. 10, AND CARPORTS NO. 1026, APPURTENANT THERETO, KIPLING KLUB TOWNHOUSES. ACCORDING TO THE MAP THEREOF AND CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR KIPLING KLUB TOWNHOUSES, RECORDED APRIL 3, 1974 IN BOOK 2607 AT PAGE 242, SUBJECT TO TERMS, COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, USES, LIMITATIONS AND OBLIGATIONS, ASSESSMENTS AND PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN SAID MAP. DECLARATION AND MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT AGREEMENT, RECORDED IN BOOK 2607 AT PAGE 262, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 1026 S Miller St, Lakewood, CO 80226. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Lyndsay Smith, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
David R. Doughty #40042 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 24-033011
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Legal Notice NO.: J2400282 First Publication: 11/14/2024 Last Publication: 12/12/2024 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400291
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is
given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 26, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) Joshua Patrick Gallegos AND Nicole Latisha Gallegos
Original Beneficiary(ies)
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY
Date of Deed of Trust
April 30, 2020
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
May 01, 2020
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2020048856
Original Principal Amount
$420,247.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$304,827.02
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 3, BLOCK 16, BRIARWOOD HILLSTHIRD FILING, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
APN #: 49-163-01-006
Purported common address: 756 S Owens Court, Lakewood, CO 80226.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/16/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/21/2024
Last Publication: 12/19/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/26/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Lyndsay Smith, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
N. April Winecki #34861 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 Maroon Circle, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 23-029393
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400280
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On September 10, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s) DENISE Y. RODRIGUEZ Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
HSBC
County of Recording Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
July 05, 2006
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2006080942
Original Principal Amount
$204,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $157,234.08
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 2, FORT PLEASANT SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 965 CHASE STREET, DENVER, CO 80214. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/09/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 11/14/2024
Last Publication: 12/12/2024
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 09/10/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Carly Imbrogno #59553 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000010219236
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2400300
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 3, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
ROBERT P. DANIELS AND CRYSTAL M. DANIELS
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ALLY
BANK CORP. F/K/A GMAC BANK
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Date of Deed of Trust
October 29, 2010
County of Recording
Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
November 15, 2010
Recording Information
(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2010101898
Original Principal Amount
$231,836.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$167,698.36
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
Purported common address: 6966 W FREMONT PL, LITTLETON, CO 80128-4747. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, 01/30/2025 via remote, web-based auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions. govease.com/
First Publication: 12/5/2024
Last Publication: 1/2/2025
Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 10/03/2024
Jerry DiTullio, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Christine Thompson, Deputy, for Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Carly Imbrogno #59553
Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000010256832
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On October 3, 2024, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Jefferson records.
Original Grantor(s)
JAMES JOHN SILVIA
Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR CHOICEAMERICA LENDING, LLC
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt METLIFE SECURITIZATION TRUST 2018-1, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE
Date of Deed of Trust December 09, 2005
County of Recording
Jefferson
Recording Date of Deed of Trust
December 21, 2005
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
2005131022
Original Principal Amount
$166,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $102,045.50
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 3, ALTA VISTA SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 8775 ALTA VISTA DRIVE, ARVADA, CO 80004.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE,
PUBLIC NOTICES
Ridge, Attn: Planning Division, 7500 W. 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge CO 80033
All interested citizens are invited to participate in the meeting in any one of the following ways:
•Provide comments in advance on Wheat Ridge Speaks at www.wheatridgespeaks.org
•Join the live meeting through the Zoom web link provided on the calendar on the City’s website at www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/calendar.
•Join the live meeting by calling (669) 900-6833 with code 842 2118 5487 and Passcode: 516592
•Join the meeting in person
•Watch the meeting live on Comcast Channel 8
•Watch the meeting live on YouTube at www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/view
Legal Notice No. 419458
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Wheat Ridge Planning Commission will conduct a Public Meeting on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. to consider Case Nos.:
ZOA-24-07: An Ordinance amending Chapter 26 of the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws creating a new Article XIV entitled "Mixed Use Lutheran Legacy Campus Zone District" and making conforming amendments therewith.
The proposed cases and accompanying documents are available in electronic form on the City’s official website, http://www. ci.wheatridge.co.us/872/legal-notices and at www.wheatridgespeaks.org. Specific plans for the proposed changes are available for inspection at the Wheat Ridge City Hall during business hours.
The December 19, 2024 Planning Commission meeting will be conducted as a virtual meeting and in City Council Chambers at 7500 W. 29th Avenue. Any person wishing to submit written documents for Commission’s consideration at the meeting must file them with Community Development staff. Written comments may be submitted on Wheat Ridge Speaks at www. wheatridgespeaks.org until noon on December 18. Alternatively, written documents or comments must be received no later than noon on the day of the meeting by emailing zoning@ ci.wheatridge.co.us or mailing to City of Wheat Ridge, Attn: Planning Division, 7500 W. 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge CO 80033.
All interested citizens are invited to participate in the meeting in any one of the following ways:
•Provide comments in advance on Wheat Ridge Speaks at www.wheatridgespeaks.org
•Join the live meeting through the Zoom web link provided on the calendar on the City’s website at www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/calendar.
•Join the live meeting by calling (669) 900-6833 with code 842 2118 5487 and Passcode: 516592
•Join the meeting in person
•Watch the meeting live on Comcast Channel 8
•Watch the meeting live on YouTube at www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/view
if you have questions. R24-118 A
of
Accepting an An
Concerning Colorado
(CDOT)
a Parcel of
on the
Between Canyon Pines
and Plainview Road, in the City of Arvada, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado, Finding said Petition Substantially Compliant with C.R.S. 31-12-107(1), and Setting a Public Hearing for January 6, 2025, 6:15 p.m. 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. 419383 First Publication: November 21, 2024 Last Publication: December 12, 2024 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Wheat Ridge Planning Commission will conduct a Public Meeting on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. to consider Case No.: WZ-23-12: An application filed by Hammers Construction for approval of
available in electronic form on the City’s official website, http://www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/872/legal-notices and at www.wheatridgespeaks.org. Specific plans for the proposed Specific Development Plan are available for inspection at the Wheat Ridge City Hall during business hours. The December 19, 2024 Planning Commission meeting will be conducted as a virtual meeting and in City Council Chambers at 7500 W. 29th Avenue. Any person wishing to submit written documents for Commission’s consideration at the meeting must file them with Community Development staff. Written comments may be submitted on Wheat Ridge Speaks at www. wheatridgespeaks.org until noon on December 18. Alternatively, written documents or comments must be received no later than noon on the day of the meeting by emailing zoning@ ci.wheatridge.co.us or mailing to City of Wheat
if you have questions.
CB24-020, An Ordinance Authorizing an Additional Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2024
Legal Notice No. 419457
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript
Metropolitan Districts
Public Notice
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND WASTE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Notification of Issuance of Emergency Permit No. CO-24-11-21-01 for Treatment of Hazardous Waste under the Colorado Hazardous Waste Act
Name of Permittee: USEPA/NEIC, Jefferson County Bomb Squad
Location of Treatment: Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Range
The Jefferson County Bomb Squad was authorized on November 21, 2024 to treat by detonation 100ml of 1,4-Dioxane. Detonation is a safe management method for this waste. This emergency permit will expire on November 21, 2024.
Legal Notice No. 419450
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Metro Districts
Budget Hearings
Public Notice
NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET AND NOTICE CONCERNING 2024 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOSSIL RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1-3
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2025 has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Fossil Ridge Metropolitan District Nos. 1-3 and that such proposed budget will be considered for adoption at a public hearing during a special meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held Monday, December 9, 2024, at 6:30 PMthis will be a hybrid meeting at the Retreat, 15250 W. Evans Ave., Lakewood CO 80228 and by zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81221662652
Meeting ID: 812 2166 2652
+17207072699,,81221662652# US (Denver)
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an amendment to the 2024 budget of the District, if necessary, may also be considered at a public hearing held during the above-referenced special meeting of the Board of Directors.
Legal Notice No. 419459
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript
Public Notice
You are hereby notified that pursuant to C.R.S. Sec. 44-3-311 JVT Group Inc., dba Vinnola’s Italian Market, 7750 W. 38th Avenue, Unit B. Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033 requested the Liquor Licensing Authority of the City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado, to grant a new Retail Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine (FMBW) Off Premises Consumption License.
JVT Group Inc. consists of officers Margo and Joseph Pergola, 7750 W 38th Avenue. The application date is November 13, 2024
You are further notified that on Thursday, the 23rd day of January 2025, at the hour of 1:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, a Public Hearing on the application will be held before the Wheat Ridge Liquor Licensing Authority in the Council Chambers located at 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
At said time and place, any interested person may appear to be heard for or against the issuance of the license.
By Order of the City of Wheat Ridge.
/s/ Margy Greer
Margy Greer, Sr. Deputy City Clerk
Legal Notice No. 419441
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT at the meeting of the Arvada City Council to be held on MONDAY, December 16, 2024, at 6:15
p.m. at the Municipal Building, 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada CO, City Council will hold a public hearing on the following proposed ordinance and thereafter will consider it for final passage and adoption. For the full text version in electronic form go to www.arvada. org/legal-notices, and click on
By /s/Dominique Devaney, Secretary
Legal Notice No. 419451
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING BUDGET AMENDMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity has arisen to amend the Adams and Jefferson County Hazardous Response Authority’s 2024 Budget; that a copy of the proposed Amended 2024 Budget has been filed at Collins Cole Winn & Ulmer, PLLC, 165 S. Union Boulevard, Suite 785, Lakewood, Colorado 80228, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of a Resolution to Amend the 2024 Budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the Authority to be held at North Metro Fire Rescue Headquarters, 101 Spader Way, Bromfield, Colorado, on December 10, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Any elector within the Authority may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolution to Amend the 2024 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.
ADAMS AND JEFFERSON COUNTY HAZARDOUS RESPONSE AUTHORITY
By: /s/ Jamie Denison
Jamie Denison, Secretary
Legal Notice No. 419444
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript
Bids and Settlements
Public Notice
INVITATION TO BID
Jefferson Center Metropolitan District No. 1
(hereinafter called the “Owner”) will receive sealed Bids for Highway 93-72 Railroad Crossing Improvements (the “Project”) via electronic submission to Independent District Engineering Services (IDES); 1626 Cole Blvd, Suite 125, Lakewood, CO 80401 until 12:00 p.m., December 18, 2024. Electronic copies of the bid documents shall be submitted via email to bcollins@idesllc.com and jcampbell@idesllc.com.
A description of the work to be performed includes but is not limited to: installation of railroad track and any and all other work necessary to complete the project in accordance with Contract Documents including the plans and specifications.
Bid packages will be available for download on November 27, 2024, at www.questcdn.com. Interested bidders may download the digital documents for $22.00 by inputting Quest project number 9429382 on the website’s projects search page.
An optional pre-bid conference will be held via Microsoft Teams; at the following call-in number +1 970-462-9413 conference ID (230 187 396 495) from 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. on December 4, 2024.
Copies of the proposed 2025 budget and, if necessary, the proposed amendment of the 2024 budgets are on file in the office of the District located at Community Resource Services of Colorado, LLC, 7995 East Prentice Avenue, Suite 103E, Greenwood Village, Colorado and are available for public inspection.
Any interested elector of the District may file or register any objections to the proposed 2025 budget and the proposed amendment of the 2024 budget at any time prior to the final adoption of said budget and proposed budget amendment by the governing body of the District.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE FOSSIL RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1-3 /s/ COMMUNITY RESOURCE SERVICES OF COLORADO
Legal Notice No. 419438
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING 2024 BUDGET AMENDMENT AND PROPOSED 2025 BUDGET
PLEASANT VIEW WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity may arise to amend the Pleasant View Water and Sanitation District (the “District”) 2024 Budget, if necessary, and that proposed 2025 Budget have been submitted to the respective Board of Directors of the District (the “Board”); and that copies of the proposed Amended 2024 Budget and 2025 Budget have been filed at the District’s office, 405 Urban Street, Suite 310, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolution Amending the 2024 Budget and Adopting the 2025 Budget will be considered at a public meeting of the Board to be held at 955 Moss Street, Golden, CO 80401, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.
Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolution to Amend the 2024 Budget and adopt the 2025 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.
PLEASANT VIEW WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT
Street, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, on December 23, 2024, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. to Arrow-J Landscape and Design, Inc., a Colorado corporation (“Contractor”) the remaining retainage under the District’s contract with the Contractor for all work done by said Contractor for a playground equipment and improvement project performed within the District and commonly known as the Serene Conservancy Trails & Nature Play Project.
Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or its sub-contractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the Contractor or its sub-contractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a Verified Statement of Claim for the amount due and unpaid, and an accounting of such claim, with the District, whose address is 4198 Xenon Street, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, 80033, on or before the date and time hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such Verified Statement of Claim prior to such final settlement will release the District, its Board of Directors, officers, agents, and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim.
The above is given pursuant to Section 3826-107, C.R.S. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Dated this 20th day of November, 2024. PROSPECT RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
By:/s/ Kyle Parker, District Manager
Legal Notice
Bids shall emailed to bcollins@idesllc.com and jcampbell@idesllc.com on or before 12:00 p.m., December 18, 2024. A Bid Bond in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total Bid amount will be required. The Bid Bond will be retained by Owner as liquidated damages should the Successful Bidder fail to enter into a Contract with the Owner in accordance with the Bid. Bidders must supply a list of Subcontractors providing Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) or more in labor and/or materials to the Project.
Attention is called to the fact that Bidders offer to assume the obligations and liabilities imposed by the Contract Documents. The Successful Bidder for the Project will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond in the full amount of the Contract Price, in conformity with the requirements of the Contract Documents.
Bidders are hereby advised that the Owner reserves the right to not award a Contract until ninety (90) days from the date of the opening of Bids, and Bidders expressly agree to keep their Bids open for the sixty (90) day time period. Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any informality, technicality or irregularity in any Bid, to disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive, conditional or alternate Bids, to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications, including financial statements, and to accept the proposal that is in the opinion of the Owner in its best interest. Owner reserves the right to accept any combination of Bids which in Owner’s sole and absolute judgment will, under all circumstances, best serve the Owner’s interests. Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so.
Legal Notice No. 419435
First Publication: December
This Combined Notice Concerns a Foreclosure Described as Follows:
Original Debtor(s) on the Lien Being Foreclosed:Cade Olson Original Lien Claimant on the Lien Being Foreclosed: Garrison Lakes Condominium Association, Inc., a Colorado non-profit corporation Current Holder (“Holder”) of the Evidence of Debt: MSB Group LLC, a Colorado limited liability company Recording Information of Lien Being Foreclosed: Assessments owing under the Condominium Declaration for Garrison Lakes Condominiums recorded in the Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder’s Office on September 23, 1983 at Reception No. 83091503, and all supplements thereto. Date of Court Order Authorizing the Foreclosure: August 19, 2024
Original Principal Balance of Secured Indebtedness: $8,343.39
Outstanding Principal Balance of Secured Indebtedness: $8,343.39 as of August 19, 2024
This sum does not include additional interest or other amounts allowed by law.
YOU ARE NOTIFIED AS FOLLOWS:
A judicial foreclosure proceeding was commenced to foreclose a statutory lien against the property in the District Court of Jefferson County, State of Colorado, Case No. 2024CV30886.
The above-referenced Court ordered a foreclosure on certain property secured by the statutory lien. The undersigned Sheriff has been commanded to sell the following real property (the “Property”) which is the subject of this Combined Notice:
CONDOMINIUM UNIT 7C IN BUILDING 5051, GARRISON LAKES CONDOMINIUMS ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF, RECORDED ON DECEMBER 6, 1984, AT RECEPTION NO. 84113212, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, COLORADO, AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR GARRISON LAKES CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON SEPTEMBER 23, 1983 AT RECEPTION NO. 83091503, IN SAID RECORDS, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known as: 5051 Garrison Street, Unit 7C, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033.
The violation of the covenant of the evidence of debt upon which the foreclosure is based is as follows: Failure to pay assessments, late charges, fines, interest, and attorney fees and costs.
You may have an interest in the Property being affected, or have certain rights or suffer certain
PUBLIC NOTICES
you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 21 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.
If you were served outside of the State of Colorado or you were served by publication, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 35 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.
You may be required to pay a filing fee with your Response. The Response form (JDF 1103) can be found at www.courts.state.co.us by clicking on the “Self Help/Forms” tab.
After 91 days from the date of service or publication, the Court may enter a Decree affecting your marital status, distribution of property and debts, issues involving children such as child support, allocation of parental responsibilities (decision-making and parenting time), maintenance (spousal support), attorney fees, and costs to the extent the Court has jurisdiction.
If you fail to file a Response in this case, any or all of the matters above, or any related matters which come before this Court, may be decided without further notice to you.
This is an action to obtain a Decree of: Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation as more fully described in the attached Petition, and if you have children, for orders regarding the children of the marriage.
Notice: §14-10-107, C.R.S. provides that upon the filing of a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation by the Petitioner and Co-Petitioner, or upon personal service of the Petition and Summons on the Respondent, or upon waiver and acceptance of service by the Respondent, an automatic temporary injunction shall be in effect against both parties until the Final Decree is entered, or the Petition is dismissed, or until further Order of the Court. Either party may apply to the Court for further temporary orders, an expanded temporary injunction, or modification or revocation under §14-10-108, C.R.S.
A request for genetic tests shall not prejudice the requesting party in matters concerning allocation of parental responsibilities pursuant to §14-10-124(1.5), C.R.S. If genetic tests are not obtained prior to a legal establishment of paternity and submitted into evidence prior to the entry of the final decree of dissolution or legal separation, the genetic tests may not be allowed into evidence at a later date.
Automatic Temporary Injunction – By Order of Colorado Law, You and Your Spouse are:
1. Restrained from transferring, encumbering, concealing or in any way disposing of, without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, any marital property, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life. Each party is required to notify the other party of any proposed extraordinary expenditures and to account to the Court for all extraordinary expenditures made after the injunction is in effect;
2. Enjoined from molesting or disturbing the peace of the other party;
3. Restrained from removing the minor children of the parties, if any, from the State without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court; and
4. Restrained without at least 14 days advance notification and the written consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, from canceling, modifying, terminating, or allowing to
24DR31234JESSE ELIJAH FULLER VS. CHARLENE HACKBARTH
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE
November 20, 2024
CLERK OF COMBINED COURT By: Gloria Montoya, Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. 419437
First Publication: December 5, 2024 Last Publication: December 5, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
FEDERAL EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Unincorporated Areas of Jefferson County, Colorado and Case No. 24-08-0337P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at https:// www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/ bfe_main.asp , or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).
Legal Notice No. 419421
First Publication: November 28, 2024 Last Publication: December 5, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Notice to Creditors
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Matter of the Estate of Gerald Joe Schmidt, a/k/a Gerald J. Schmidt, a/k/a Gerry Schmidt, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31331
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Glen T. Anstine Reg. No. 54602
Attorney to the Personal Representative 7280 Wolff Street Westminster, Colorado 80030
Legal Notice No. 419424
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JOHN B. PUTT, also known as JOHN BERNARD PUTT and as JOHN PUTT, Deceased Case Number 2024PR31264
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Susan C. Harley, Personal Representative 1151 Evergreen Pkwy. Evergreen, CO 80439
Legal Notice No. 419369
First Publication: November 21, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Katie Burton Rocke, a.k.a. Katie B. Rocke, a.k.a. Katie Rocke a.k.a. Edna Catherine Burton, a.k.a. Edna Raacke, a.k.a. Edna Rocke, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31081
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of JEFFERSON County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
James Burton Raacke, Personal Representative 7796 S. Marshall Ct Littleton Colorado 80128
Legal Notice No. 419372
First Publication: November 21, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Carolyn Diana Bluel; a/k/a Carolyn D. Bluel;
a/k/a Carolyn Bluel, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31236
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before April 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jarrod Bluel, Personal Representative 1319 E 45th St., Apt. B12 Kearney, NE 68847
Legal Notice No. 419402
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Ryan James Coble, a/k/a RYAN J. COBLE, a/k/a RYAN COBLE, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31330
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before April 5th, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Kristina Anne Coble
Personal Representative 6345 West 11th Place Lakewood, CO 80214
Legal Notice No. 419460
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Mary Anne R. Lander, AKA Mary Anne Lander, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR555
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2025 or the claims may be forever barred.
MaryElizabeth Lauer, Personal Representative 11901 Bent Oaks Street Parker, CO 80138
Legal Notice No. 419405
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Edward LeRoy Reichardt, aka Edward L. Reichardt, aka Edward Reichardt, aka LeRoy Reichardt, aka E. LeRoy Reichardt, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR031237
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before April 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Teresa A. Koop, Personal Representative 4937 South Kline Street Littleton, Colorado 80127
Legal Notice No. 419416
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate John Sidney Taylor, III, a/k/a John S. Taylor, III, a/k/a John Taylor, III, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR420
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Paul R. Danborn
Attorneys for Personal Representative
Melody R. Fairbourne Frie Arndt Danborn & Thiessen, P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 201 Arvada, CO 80003
Legal Notice No. 419363
First Publication: November 21, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of JOSEPH HOWARD ESTRADA, aka JOSEPH H. ESTRADA, aka JOSEPH ESTRADA, aka JOE ESTRADA, aka JOEY ESTRADA, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR534
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jay Estrada, Personal Representative c/o Sigler & Nelson LLC 390 Union Blvd. #580 Lakewood. CO 80228
Legal Notice No. 419388
First Publication: November 21, 2024 Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Jerry Lee Parkins, aka Jerry L. Parkins, and Jerry Parkins, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31338
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Elizabeth Parkins
Personal Representative c/o The Law Office of Dual C. Schneider, LLC 26267 Conifer Rd., Ste. 309 Conifer, CO 80433
Legal Notice No. 419428
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Eula M. Carr, a/k/a Eula Carr, Deceased Case Number: 24 PR 31266
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Eric D. Wollard, Attorney for Roby Ted Carr, Personal Representative 4251 Kipling Street, Suite 300 Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 (303) 355-1141
Legal Notice No. 419379
First Publication: November 21, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of BONNIE J. SWANSON, AKA BONNIE JEANNE SWANSON, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31297
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Richard Pierce, Personal Representative C/O Butler, Landrum and Pierce, P.C. 720 Kipling St., Ste 201 Lakewood, CO 80215
Legal Notice No. 419425
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Tommy W. Maxfield, aka Tommy Warren Maxfield, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR508
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Freddie W. Maxfield
Personal Representative 7249 Secrest Ct. Arvada, CO 80007
Legal Notice No. 419378
First Publication: November 21, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice
Estate of Tina Marie Mott, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31222
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado, on or before April 7, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Margrit Parker
Attorney to the Personal Representative PO Box 454 Firestone, CO 80520
Legal Notice No. 419407
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Brian C. Johnson, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31296
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Date: 11/13/24
Krista Beauchamp, #47615
Attorney for Personal Representative
Law Office of Alexandra White, P.C. 12625 E. Euclid Drive Centennial, CO 80111 krista@awfamilylaw.com
Legal Notice No. 419386
First Publication: November 21, 2024
Last Publication: December 5, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lawrence Michael Graham, a/k/a Lawrence M. Graham, Larry M. Graham, and Larry Graham, Deceased Case Number: 24PR31294
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson on or before March 28, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Martha Graham, Personal Representative 52 Riverbend Drive Yarmouth, ME 04096
Legal Notice No. 419411
First Publication: November 28, 2024
Last Publication: December 12, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JONI ELAINE MADISON, a/k/a JONI E MADISON, a/k/a JONI MADISON, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31322
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to JEFFERSON COMBINED COURT, COLORADO on or before April 5, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Deanna J. Madison and Bernard D. Madison, Co-Personal Representative c/o Chayet & Danzo, LLC 650 S. Cherry Street, Suite 710 Denver, CO 80246
Legal Notice No. 419432
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 19, 2024
Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Leonard J. Brussock, Jr., Leonard John Brussock, Jr., Leonard Brussock, Deceased Case Number: 24PR31318
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado, on or before Monday, April 7, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Kristi Radosevich, Attorney for the Personal Representative PO Box 2708 Elizabeth, CO 80107
Legal Notice No. 419454
First Publication: December 5, 2024 Last Publication: December 19, 2024 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of ELMER LEWIS KEELER, JR., aka ELMER L. KEELER, JR., aka ELMER L. KEELER, aka ELMER KEELER, AND ELMER LEWIS KELLER, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31249
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the DISTRICT COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO, on or before March 21, 2025 or the claims may be forever barred.
Judy Whitecotton Personal Representative 8720 W. Alaska Place Lakewood, CO 80226
Legal Notice No. 419365 First Publication: November 21, 2024 Last Publication: December 5, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Carol M. Lindner, aka Carol Mae Lindner, aka Carol Lindner, Deceased
MOVIE
In addition to Java Groove, several other businesses and locations in and around Evergreen will get their moment in the movie spotlight. Cain came to town in mid-November to choose those locations.
Filming is scheduled from Dec 3-18, and part of it will happen during the Dec. 6 Holiday Walk.
“I even wrote the Holiday Walk into the script,” Cain said.
DEBATES
Emotions are just information for us to then take in and tell us what the next steps are,” Park said.
Recognize physical signs of anxiety, like a racing heart or shallow breathing and step back if needed.
Park also advised that we don’t have to scroll through everything the algorithm shows us.
“I think it’s really important for people to recognize that they have the power to change how they feel about social media –
For Martinez, the lm is an unexpected and delightful surprise, the frosting on a life that’s already unbelievably sweet.
e New Jersey native, his wife and two children moved to Evergreen in 2020, fullling a long-held wish to live in Colorado. en a manager with Kaiser Permanente, Martinez decided it was time for a career change. With no experience in operating a co ee shop — or even a small business — he bought Java Groove in July 2021.
“I left a pretty lucrative corporate job to be a small business owner, which is not particularly lucrative,” he said. “But what I get from owning a small business in a town like Evergreen is way more than
how they feel going into it and coming out of it.”
And don’t underestimate the basics: “Get sleep,” she urges. e holiday chaos, compounded with election fatigue, means selfcare is more critical than ever.
Pro Tip: Balance your media diet. Follow uplifting or educational accounts alongside news, and take regular social media breaks to reset your mindset.
6. Embrace the long game Park said to remember that meaningful change and understanding take time, so there’s no need to resolve deep political divides in a single conversation over a holiday meal. Advocacy and change are mara-
I ever received through a paycheck from a corporation. We have a collection of eclectic characters that come through the door either as patrons or employees, and I get to share these moments and stories with them. I’m just so grateful for it, this beautiful human experience.”
Martinez said his TikTok account about life in Evergreen focuses on that and has “taken o .” JavaDad has nearly 157,000 followers.
“Some people nd something wonderful and beautiful and say, ‘I want to tell nobody about this amazing place I found,’” he said. “And some people say, ‘I want to tell everybody.’ I’m the latter.
thons, not sprints.
Park likened activism to the airplane oxygen mask rule: take care of yourself rst. “If you’re feeling burnt out and fatigued, then your capacity is decreasing,” she said. Step back when needed and trust others in the community to carry the torch.
“It’s OK to take that moment. It may feel sel sh, but it’s really not,” Park said.
Pro Tip: Instead of diving into arguments, focus on small, impactful actions that align with your values, like sharing a thoughtful article, asking open-ended questions or simply listening. ese quieter approaches can build bridges without overwhelming yourself or others.
“ ere’s enough anger, outrage, and divisiveness online,” he continued. “I think people really enjoy hearing stories of human connection and kindness. But I didn’t know these other things would come out of sharing those stories. I didn’t expect to be making a movie.”
“Mocha and Mistletoe” is being produced as an independent lm with no set distribution plans.
“It might be one of those things where we share it on our private channels, and it lives on YouTube forever,” Martinez said. “Or we get a distributor and it winds up on Hallmark or Net ix. We’re making it rst and we’ll see where it lands.”
7. Practice empathy and kindness
At the end of the day, the holidays are about connection. “ ere’s a need for more empathy and grace for each other,” Park said. You don’t have to ignore the world’s challenges, but facing them together with kindness can make all the di erence.
Pro Tip: Use humor to defuse tension. Sometimes, a light-hearted comment can help everyone remember what matters most: your connection, not your con icts.
With these strategies, you’ll be better equipped to navigate the post-election holiday season with grace and sanity intact.
“ e holidays are rough for a lot of people,” Park said. “So just be kind.”
P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., #201 Arvada, Colorado 80003 303/420-1234 Attorney for Personal Representative Legal Notice No. 419448
Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before April 6, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Michael W. Reagor, Attorney for Personal Representative. 8400 E Prentice Ave., Suite 1040 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Legal Notice No. 419442
First Publication: December 5, 2024
Last Publication: December 19, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Daniel J. Cisneros, also known as Daniel Johnson Cisneros, aka Daniel Cisneros, and Danny J. Cisneros, Deceased Case Number 2024PR031302
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 28, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Thomas Orozco Cisneros Personal Representative 5401 W 10th Avenue Lakewood, CO 80214
Legal Notice No. 419418 First Publication: November 28, 2024 Last Publication: December 12, 2024 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Michael Robert Kumosinski, a/k/a Michael R. Kumosinski, a/k/a Michael
By Jason Harris of Foothills Kitchen & Bath
It’s widely accepted in the scientific community that Thag Urk’s greatest invention occurred one million years ago when he rubbed two sticks together to create fire. What’s lesser known is there isn’t consensus on why it’s such a magnificent achievement.
Was it because it produced more heat than sleeping next to curled up bears? Or because food evolved from sushi to flambéed? Sure, all important milestones, but hear me out, because I posit that there is a direct line between fire and indoor lighting. And while we might have more moths now, there are far less stubbed toes.
The most common lighting in our homes is ambient, a word whose Latin origin meant “going round,” though we tend to think of it today as something in the background, such as sound, heat or light. Any fixtures that cast light over the bulk of the room fit this category. Your grandparents’ bulb with a pull string in the middle of the room was ambient; chandeliers, sconces, cans or track lighting are ambient; floor or table lamps also belong.
With endless materials, whether man-made or au natural, lighting fixtures can provide architectural statements that are limited only by the imagination of designers: chandeliers that look like jellyfish, a driftwood table lamp, sconces repurposed from hubcaps. But what if American Express hasn’t been kind enough to add another digit to your credit line, how do you enhance your room without spiking your heart aflutter?
Take advantage of technology, because today‘s LED lighting is amazing and increasingly affordable. LED stands for “Light Emitting Diode”; electricity passes through a microchip and creates light via electrolu-
minescence. With no filaments to break, they, uh, claim to last thousands of hours and not produce heat. I’ll buy the low heat, but apparently my “thousand” is higher than theirs.
In the past, we’d buy bulbs based on wattage, whereas now we have to retrain ourselves with LED‘s to think in Kelvins and lumens. Kelvin refers to the color temperature of light, and runs from red to purple; the lower end is considered warm, while the higher Kelvins are cool. Maybe your preference is daylight — 5000-6000 K — but how bright do you want it? That’s where lumens come in, because as the lumens increase, the light becomes more intense or brighter.
But back to setting the mood. Clients constantly request more fixtures throughout a room, and our weapons of choice are thin profile retrofit LED’s. Initially, they came at specific Kelvins, then they were selectable prior to installation, before finally evolving to being adjustable on your phone. You can choose daylight for cleaning, then scale back to cool colors for entertaining, or party with red and green for Christmas or orange and purple at Halloween.
That’s more fun than one person deserves, so we’ll gloss over accent lighting — those that are directed toward specific architectural elements — to discuss the heavy lifting that gets done. Task lighting illuminates areas where projects are performed, such as over countertops or computers or reading. The most common example would be undercabinet lighting, but pendant lights above an island or directional mini-spots attached to the headboard are others.
We’re a kitchen and bath store, after all, so let’s talk about design ideas for kitchen lighting: Place under-
cabinet lights at the front of the cabinets; this not only directs the lights to the middle of your counters, it also decreases shadowing in your backsplash; that said, for a corner cabinet, place the light more toward the middle or add a second light, else the corner will seem darker. You’ll want either slim profile lights, or you’ll need light rail molding, but be aware light can bleed through the gap between the rail and the frame.
Consider glass shelves with puck lighting for cabinets with glass doors. Install motion detectors that turn on lights when doors or drawers are opened. Toe kick lighting is gorgeous. Tape lighting is less expensive, but projects a dotted reflection on your counters. My friend always referred to hidden wires as proper wire hygiene; with good planning, you can keep the wires behind the drywall before the backsplash is installed.
This isn’t lighting, but have you ever seen a beautiful backsplash that was marred by bad cuts in the tile to make room for electrical outlets? That’s a thing of the past as you can now have custom length, hard-wired power strips installed beneath the back of the cabinets. Dimmer switches are now touch sensitive for boomers; or wireless for millennials and Gen Z.
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