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Ponderosa protest organizer recorded meeting with pair
By Mike DiFerdinando mferdinando@colorado communitymedia.com The Douglas County School Board agreed April 19 to launch an independent investigation
into board President Meghann Silverthorn and Vice President Judith Reynolds after 16-year-old Ponderosa student Grace Davis said she was intimidated and bullied by the pair in a private meeting about the March protest she organized at the school. The three newest school board members, who said they had listened to a recording Davis made of that meeting, also called
Ponderosa High School student Grace Davis and her father at the Douglas County Board of Education meeting April 19. Davis called for the resignation of the president and vice president of the board. Photo by Mike DiFerdinando
unsuccessfully for Silverthorn’s and Reynolds’ resignations. “There is no excuse for two adults to intimidate a … student on school grounds,” board member Anne-Marie Lemieux said. Davis was one of about 100 students at Ponderosa who held a peaceful protest March 9 to ask why teachers were leaving their school and district. Board continues on Page 11
Keeping eyes, and minds, on the road Department of transportation highlights growing problem of distracted driving By Tom Skelley tskelley@coloradocommunitymedia.com
A maintenance worker removes snow from the roof of the Watermark townhome complex at 18508 E. Mainstreet in Parker on April 18. The weekend storm dropped 23.8 inches of snow in the town. Photos by Tom Skelley
Spring snow snarls streets Heavy snowfall covers traffic lights; half-dozen vehicle accidents reported
By Tom Skelley tskelley@coloradocommunitymedia.com A powerful winter storm blanketed the area between April 15 and April 17, leaving almost 2 feet of snow and a few traffic-related headaches in its wake. The snowfall began late Friday evening and continued until late Sunday. The National Weather Service reported 23.8 inches for Parker, with up to 4 feet falling in other areas in the Front Range. Parker police responded to 19 different calls related to the storm, mostly between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Saturday. Most calls were related to traffic control, as stoplights around the town became packed with snow and motorists were unable to see them. Six accidents were reported, one requiring a person to be transported to a local hospital. Officers also responded to three calls for motorist assistance. Douglas County canceled all government services on Saturday, and the Town of Parker was on accident alert until the storm began to subside on Saturday afternoon.
Nicolle Dowling of Centennial knows her distracted driving is a problem. “I’m aware of it, but I need to do a better job of not doing it,” Dowling said. “Having the phone in my hand, whether it be for texting, talking, Texting distracts using navigamany motorists. tion apps, getting information or just Shutterstock image thinking I need to get information” — those are the things she sometimes does behind the wheel other than watching the road. Distracted continues on Page 5
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Nolan Dyk, 4, dodges snow falling from a playground structure on April 18. The snowfall over the weekend put the Town of Parker on accident alert from Friday until Saturday afternoon.
Ponderosa’s Lowe twins play doubles tennis — but not together. PAGE 24
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Soumya Sen and his wife Avantika pose in front of their bakery, Nomelie Cupcakes, in Parker. Soumya came to Parker in 2015 when he bought the store. Courtesy photo
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SOUMYA SEN Baker, reader, business owner Following my palate I got involved in Parker when my wife Avantika and I purchased Nomelie Cupcakes, located on Mainstreet Parker. We took ownership of Nomelie in January 2015. Before that, we came to Parker regularly as a shopper while living in Highlands Ranch. I used to come to Nomelie as a customer and loved the gourmet cupcakes there. When I first tried their cupcakes, I felt like I had not tasted anything like these before in my life. My interest grew stronger with every visit to Nomelie, so when the opportunity came to buy the business, I was ready to act. Tricks of the trade The estimation in a cupcake store
Downtime I like to read nonfiction books when I am not working, books on human psychology, behavioral economics and why certain things go viral. Adventurous honeymoon I did parasailing with my wife during my honeymoon in Thailand against some very strong wind. We were literally swinging like a pendulum, but we managed to touch the ocean floor at a high speed. I had to work hard in front of my new bride to show that I was not nervous. If you have suggestions for My Name Is..., contact Tom Skelley at tskelley@coloradocommunitytmedia.com.
Douglas County Commissioners to hear rezoning request The Douglas County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting at 2:30 p.m. on April 26 to consider a rezoning request for the Hilltop Road parcel of land. The meeting will include public input. The land in question is approximately two miles southeast of Singing Hills Road and Hilltop Road, next to the Elbert County line. The last hearing on the proposal was April 4. During that meeting, the county planning commission recommended denying the application for rezoning, citing concerns about the impact on traffic in the area and public safety, among others. The Board of Commissioners will have the final say on the proposed rezoning. The meeting will be held at the Douglas County Building at 100 Third St. in Castle
Rock. Hidden Mesa Orchard helps feed the needy The Hidden Mesa Research and Demonstration Orchard, located a mile north of Franktown on Parker Road, plans to improve its service to help hungry families. The five-acre orchard was planted in 2011 to help researchers understand the unique challenges of growing crops in the climate along the Front Range. In 2012, the orchard began donating its harvest to the Parker Task Force, which distributes the food to those in need. The orchard is operated by Douglas County with assistance from Colorado State University’s Extension in Douglas County. Gardeners from the CSU Extension program and Douglas County Open Space volunteers put in more than 2000 hours annually at the orchard. In 2015, the orchard donated 4,300 pounds of food to the Task Force. In 2016, volunteers at the orchard will add a windbreak treeline to protect crops, mason bees to aid in pollination and plant new melon and vegetable beds. More information on the orchard can be found at http://www.douglas.co.us/ government/departments/open-space/ hidden-mesa-research-demonstrationorchard/. Rocky Vista addresses students’ mental health The Student Government Association at Rocky Vista University conducted Mental Health Awareness Week at the campus from April 4-8. Surveys at the university revealed that one of four students feared they would never graduate and 84 percent of students frequently felt emotionally exhausted. “Our goal is to help students combat these statistics and learn lifelong wellness habits in their journey to becoming physicians,” said Dr. Laura Mohr, director of counseling services at Rocky Vista. During the week, speakers addressed issues like substance abuse among physicians and finding a balance between caring for patients and physician self-care. Briefs continues on Page 15
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Girl Scouts of Colorado honors Parker scouts Two Parker Girl Scouts, Belle Bashaw and Kellyn Dassler, recently won the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest recognition a Scout can achieve. The award will be presented to 48 Scouts in Colorado on May 1 in Denver, recognizing extraordinary leadership and citizenship skills. Bashaw, a student at Douglas County High School, developed a curriculum to educate elementary students about bees. “My project focused … on the importance of bees in the environment, what kind of bees they might see buzzing around outside, and how they can make a difference,” Bashaw said. “Just like when this issue had been illuminated to me, I wanted to ensure to those students that they weren’t left in the dark.” Dassler’s project, “Year of the Teacher,” cultivated teacher appreciation efforts at Chaparral High School with activities such as free babysitting for teachers, candy jars and a staff car wash. Dassler said one teacher was moved to tears after students sent notes of appreciation to the staff. Both girls said winning the award has made them aware of how they can help their communities. “With the Gold Award,” Bashaw said, “my eyes have really been opened to what I can do and what girls everywhere can do.”
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Survivors, advocates honored
Awards ceremony was first for the 18th Judicial District By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com Courage was the theme at the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office’s first Distinguished Crime Victim Service Awards, held at Two Penguins Tap and Grill in Centennial. “These are phenomenal people, “ said District Attorney George Brauchler. “There’s no way we could do what we do without them.” Many awards given at the April 14 ceremony were centered around the 2012 Aurora theater shooting. James Holmes was sentenced last year to life in prison for murdering 12 people. Among those recognized for their efforts during the tragedy and the trial: Embassy Suites Denver Tech, Aurora Police Department victim advocate Rusty Cain, the Aurora Police Department first responders, the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office court services deputies and court facility dog volunteers Alyce Blevins and Kateri Nelson. “We were in hell,” said Maria Carbonell, a theater-shooting survivor. “I remember having a conversation with a victim advocate from (the Aurora Police Department) and she had a way about her. Just the way she would talk to me — she wasn’t afraid, she was strong. And for me, I really needed that at that time.” Four survivors of various crimes, whose names were withheld for safety reasons, were also recognized at the ceremony for their courage. One young survivor of child sexual assault was praised for her resilience and courage in revisiting a tragedy from her youth. Her testimony helped put the predator in prison after he became a repeat offender. The awards ceremony was held in conjunction with National Crime
AWARD WINNERS Business Innovation Award — Embassy Suites Denver Tech Center Career Service Award — Rusty Cain, Aurora Police Department victim advocate Community Partnership Award — Michelle Dossey, Arapahoe County Department of Human Social Services Exemplary Crisis Victim Advocacy — Aurora Police Department first responders Law Enforcement Innovation Award — Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office court services deputies
Outstanding Law Enforcement Advocate — Anne Darr, FBI Innocence Lost Task Force Victim Advocate Outstanding Rural Victim Advocacy — Pam Witucki, Elbert County Coalition for Outreach Peace Officer Advocacy — Detective Beverly Wilson, Parker Police Department Peace Officer Advocacy — Sgt. Bruce Peterson, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office Public Policy Award — State Rep. Rhonda Fields
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Outstanding Community Advocate — Jordan Rogers and Marjorie Sayers, Crisis Center (Castle Rock/Douglas)
Volunteer Service Award — Denise Finn-Zinn, Domestic Violence Fast Track volunteer (Castle Rock)
Pam Witucki, of the Elbert County Coalition for Outreach, accepts her award for Outstanding Rural Victim Advocacy from District Attorney George Brauchler. Photos by Shanna Fortier
Tom Sullivan and Linda Childress, parents of two Aurora theater shooting victims, talked about how the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office court service deputies made them feel safe during the trial. Victims’ Rights Week, April 10-16. The week provides an opportunity for those involved in victim assistance and victims’ rights to reflect on the meaning of their work and
accomplishments. The week serves to re-energize efforts for the work yet to be done and is a time to recognize the strength and achievements of crime victims and survivors.
Detective Beverly Wilson, of the Parker Police Department, accepts the Peace Officer Advocacy award from District Attorney George Brauchler.
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Chase suspect sentenced for probation violations Kuss gets five years; trial still looms for January incident
By Tom Skelley tskelley@coloradocommunitymedia.com A man who is still awaiting trial in connection with a January high-speed chase was sentenced on April 18 for unspecified probation violations unrelated to the January charges. A jury trial date was also set for charges related to the chase. Douglas County District Court Judge Richard Caschette sentenced Aaron Kuss to five years in prison and one year in the Douglas County Jail for three misdemean-
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Dowling, 38, isn’t alone. A 2015 Colorado Department of Transportation survey shows one in four drivers admitted to reading a text message while behind the wheel during the previous week. The numbers are even higher for other forms of distraction, including eating. As the rates of distracted driving rise in Colorado and the United States, so do the numbers of accidents, and deaths, it causes. In 2015, 15,307 crashes involving distracted driving were reported in Colorado, an average of 42 accidents each day, according to CDOT. That’s a 16 percent increase in the past four years. Meanwhile, fatalities related to distracted driving rose to 69 in 2015, up from 59 in 2014. The numbers have been going up despite a law passed in 2009 that made texting while driving illegal in Colorado. “It’s clear distracted driving poses a threat to anyone on Colorado roadways,” Darrell Lingk, director of the Office of Transportation Safety for the Colorado Department of Transportation, said in a news release. “It may seem like a harmless glance at your phone, but a AAA study indicates that the cognitive distraction from using your phone can last as long as 27 seconds after finishing a distracting task.” April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Colorado State Patrol is in the midst of a campaign of high-visibility enforcement. The state patrol is also soliciting suggestions for messages from residents on its Facebook page. Messages, such as last year’s favorite “Get
or and one felony count of probation violation. Kuss, 27, of Cherry Hills Village, had been convicted of a slew of other misdemeanors before his arrest in January, but the reason he was on probation was unclear at press time. Kuss will be tried on Sept. 14 for several charges related to the chase, including reckless driving, obstructing a peace officer, Kuss two counts of vehicular eluding and second-degree assault on a peace officer. Kuss was pulled over in the parking lot of American Academy Charter School in Parker in January. Kuss allegedly struck
a Parker police officer with his car and fled, and reportedly led Parker police and Douglas County sheriff’s deputies on a high-speed chase before being apprehended. Defense attorney Matt Mulch asked the court that Kuss be sentenced to time in the county jail to give him a better chance for rehabilitation. Kuss’ parents also pleaded for leniency with Caschette, citing his bipolar disorder and alcoholism as causes for his behavior. Kuss’ mother, Susan Arroyo, said her son has been responsible and respectful when he has taken his medication regularly and stayed sober. Timothy Kuss said his son viewed his time served in jail as a “wake-up call.” Prosecuting attorney Christopher
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old stepson she’s thinking about. “He’s 17, he’s driving now,” she said. “I just don’t think it’s appropriate to set the example that it’s OK to use your phone and drive.” Both of the Stewarts and Dowling said they notice many other drivers not paying attention. “I feel like a hypocrite sometimes,” Josh Stewart said. “I’ll do it, but then I’ll get really ticked off when I see someone else doing it, or I see someone at a red light and their head is looking down, then up, and I hear the car behind them honking when the light changes. I feel like a lot of other people feel the same way.” Dowling agreed, saying one of her motivations to curb her cell phone use while driving is her frustration with her husband for doing it. “I ride myself about it because (my husband) does it a lot,” she said. “It’s difficult to tell someone else not to do it when you do it yourself.”
Getting the message State Trooper Nate Reid wants drivers to know distracted driving isn’t limited to texting, though he has seen an increase in the number of devices motorists have available. “Cognitive distractions” include using the radio, eating, daydreaming, talking with passengers or checking a map. Cell phone use was the leading cause of distracted driving crashes between 2012 and 2015, but other passengers in the vehicle were a close second. “Anything that takes your focus off of keeping a 4,000-pound vehicle in your lane” is a distraction, Reid said. “Sometimes you can’t even see the distraction.” Reid also said that although Colorado law makes it illegal to text while driving, any form of “manual data entry,” such as dialing a telephone or Googling an address, is also illegal. Trying to stop Distracted driving is a habit Josh and Hannah Stewart of Parker said they’ve been trying to break. Josh Stewart, 34, said he was guilty of texting and driving in the past, but he avoids it now that his 3-year-old son is often riding with him. But he said other distractions, including his son, sometimes affect his driving. “Having a kid in the car” is distracting, Josh said, “because they’re constantly asking you questions, or they drop a book or a toy or something and then I find myself reaching for it.” Dowling agreed having a child in the car is a motivator to stop using a cell phone while driving. In her case, it’s her 17-year-
Opfer argued that Kuss had 15 previous misdemeanor convictions, many for violent offenses against police officers. He urged the court to sentence Kuss to six years in prison. “If this is his wake-up call, this is too late,” Opfer said. Caschette seemed to agree with the prosecution’s assessment, though he sentenced Kuss to one year less than Opfer requested. Caschette said his obligation to protect the community guided his sentencing. “Frankly, I’m at the end of the line,” Caschette said, referring to Kuss’ several prior appearances before him. “At some point, there have to be consequences.”
DISTRACTED DRIVING AND TEENS In Colorado, six of 10 crashes with teen drivers involved distracted driving. Causes of those distractions by percentage: Interacting with other passengers: 15 percent Using a cell phone, including texting: 12 percent Looking at something in the vehicle: 10 percent Looking at something outside the vehicle: 9 percent Singing/moving to music: 8 percent Grooming/applying makeup: 6 percent Reaching for an object: 6 percent Source: Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association
One for the ages Just as the term “distracted driving” encompasses a variety of behaviors other than texting behind the wheel, it is also behavior that affects various age groups, not just younger drivers. Although 21- to 30-year-olds made up the largest portion of offenders in distracted driving accidents, the second largest group consisted of drivers between 31 and 40, compiling 18 percent of the estimated 57,298 distracted driving crashes. More than half of the crashes were caused by drivers outside of these age groups. Hannah Stewart, 32, believes the problem is more prevalent among younger drivers. “I definitely see people of both genders doing it, but don’t think I’ve seen anyone 50
and over doing it,” she said. Like her husband, Hannah Stewart said she used to text and drive but stopped because of increased awareness of the issue from previous awareness campaigns. Another campaign begins this summer, and CDOT officials hope it will have an impact, too. “Drop the Distraction” will be a high-visibility effort to educate motorists on the dangers of distracted driving. “The news and everything you see about (texting and driving) and all of the deaths, I pay attention to that stuff,” Hannah Stewart said. “The electric billboards that have the death toll from accidents that rises every week definitely has an impact on me. I’m actually glad I see those.”
WHAT COLORADO LAW SAYS • Talking on a phone is illegal for any driver age 18 and younger. • Since 2009, texting and driving, or any manual data entry, has been illegal for all drivers. • Drivers under 18 may only carry passengers 21 and older for the first
six months after receiving a license and only one passenger under 21 for the second six months. Only one passenger may ride in the front seat.
only for the following reasons:
Exceptions
• You witness a criminal act or believe one may occur.
Colorado law allows those under 18 to use their cell phone while driving
• You have reason to fear for your life or safety.
• To report a fire, traffic accident,
road hazards, and medical or hazardous materials.
Subsequent offenses: $100
Fines for texting and driving
For more information on distracted driving, visit: www.codot.gov/safety/ distracteddriving and www.distraction.gov
First offense: $50
Source: DMV.org
• To report a person driving in a reckless, careless or unsafe manner.
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Staff was directed to provide further regulations for the accessory-use category By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com County commissioners will decide later this month whether to implement permanent regulations regarding motorsport activities on rural land. A three-hour discussion at the April 12 Douglas County Land Use Meeting and Public Hearing was focused on zoning resolutions for rural residential motorsport uses. After hearing 55 public speakers, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, who were hearing the item for the first time, voted to continue the discussion to the April 26 meeting. “I think this is a great beginning, but I think we need to look at other issues,” said Commissioner Dave Weaver, board chairman. The main issue brought up by residents in public comment was the need for more regulation on smaller properties — the accessory use category. Accessory use is the operation of off-highway vehicles for recreational purposes, where the activity does not require moving more than 50 cubic
Teaching my children to ride on public tracks is very dangerous.”
yards of dirt. This activity would be allowed on lots of at least 4.5 acres, with a residence established. This type of activity is personal use only. “Right now there is nothing to protect us,” Sedalia resident Chris Kennedy told the commissioners, speaking about residents who live next to tracks on small lots. While it was reported by county staff at the March 25 planning commission meeting that the majority of the accessory-level motorsport tracks operate without incident, Sedalia resident Jeff Berends expressed his concerns that this is not the case. “The reality is that in many cases, the incident goes unreported because residents don’t know where to report, or because of fear of retribution and retaliation,” Berends told commissioners. Other residents spoke about the noise motorcycles give off and how they disrupt their quality of life and the
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equine community. Kathy Coming, who lives next to a private motorsport facility in the Cherry Creek Highlands, spoke about having to move her horse to a training facility because the noise from the nearby motorcycles makes the horse unridable. But for some residents, like Russ Ullerich, the stricter regulations on smaller tracks could prevent him from teaching his children to ride in a safe environment. “Teaching my children to ride on public tracks is very dangerous,” he said. “I want them to practice in a safe, controlled environment.” That’s why Ullerich bought a home with a track on the property when his family moved to Sedalia. At their home, his children ride four to six hours a week. He teaches them how to ride, but also how to be respectful of their neighbors, he said. “I don’t want to disrupt community,” Ullerich told commissioners, adding that he has open communication with his neighbors. “I get that more rules might need to go into place, but we moved here thinking we had these rights. I ask you to protect them.” But meeting attendees said Ullerich is the minority. Dirt bike enthusiast and Larkspur resident Hudson Meeks said the issue at hand is not really motorsport tracks, but citizen rights to peace and quiet. “Are we going to help and encourage a small percentage of land owners
Russ Ullerich, Douglas County resident
to harass citizens at home, or are we going to make a decision that protects greater good,” he said, adding that he doesn’t ride his motorcycle, shoot his gun or play his electric guitar where his neighbors can hear him because it is “blatantly obvious” that it will harass his fellow citizens. “I don’t want noise pollution harassing me either,” Meeks added. In response to the outpouring of public comment on the zoning regulations, Commissioner Jill Repella responded saying that the key is finding balance. “The one thing I do not like is when government tries to regulate civility,” she said. “Many times it’s about neighbors having the responsibly and respectfulness to work with each other.” Still, Repella and her fellow commissioners felt that the accessoryuse category does need to be addressed with further conversation and regulation, specifically with noise and dust pollution. “I really do appreciate everyone being here and trying to find this balance within our community,” Weaver said. County staff has been directed to work further on the accessory-use category before bringing regulations back to the commissioners on April 26. The full 700- page proposed regulations can be viewed by the public at www.douglas.co.us/proposed-zoningregulations-for-motorsport-uses-onrural-properties/.
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By Mike DiFerdinando mdiferdinando@coloradocommunitymedia.com For ThunderRidge High School senior Evan Davros, walking into a burning building with his father has always been a dream. He got his chance April 11 as part of the culmination of his time in the Douglas County Fire Science program. Davros and other students fought a simulated fire at the South Metro Fire Rescue Training Center in Parker. “It’s cool having my dad there,” Davros said. “It’s kind of surreal really. I grew up in the firehouse. I would see him go on calls and stuff, and now to actually be there is fantastic.” Davros’ father, Tom, is a firefighter for South Metro. He has worked as a firefighter for 18 years and as an EMT for 20. “The firehouse is all he’s ever known since he was an infant,” said Evan’s mom, Tina. “We would do the kid swap at the firehouse. My husband would be getting off and I would be going to work. That’s where he grew up.” Davros was part of the year-long course run through Rock Canyon High School and in conjunction with South Metro Fire, Littleton Fire Rescue and the Douglas County School District. This year’s program consisted of 14 students from six different high schools: Rock Canyon, ThunderRidge, Mountain Vista, Douglas County and Legend. There were also two students from Arapahoe High School in Littleton. Students learn emergency medical care, hazmat and ice rescue, as well as traditional firefighting skills. “It’s an amazing experience, especially to see the youth have such passion for this line of work. Right here we are breeding the next generation of firefighters,”
The year-long Douglas County Fire Science Program prepares students to find jobs as firefighters and paramedics after graduation. Photos by Mike DiFerdinando Tom Davros said. “Every other professional firefighter I talk to says the same thing: ‘Why wasn’t this around when I was coming up?’” Former firefighter George Piccone is the instructor of the fire science program and an employee of the school district. “They spend a year with me before they get to this point,” Piccone said. “Before they get into this building, they’re ready for it. They’re ready to fight a fire.” Fire students earn dual credit and are enrolled as students at Red Rocks Community College during the program. Piccone said the students who graduate from the program have an advantage when it comes to getting jobs in the field. “In one of the most competitive fields there is right now, fire, they really get a major leg up on everyone when they
graduate,” Piccone said. “These days if you don’t have an advanced education, you’re not going to get hired.” Piccone said nearly 100 percent of the programs graduates are able to find a full-time job in the field. Evan Davros said he will be attending the University of Colorado in Boulder next year. He plans to major in biology. He would like to go into the military and then become a firefighter when he is done serving. “(Working with my dad) would be awesome. That’s my dream,” he said. Tom Davros said he was proud of his son. “It’s an incredibly gratifying experience to watch him grow,” he said. “Working together would be great. I’d have to be pretty old, though.”
Fighting a simulated fire was the culmination of the Douglas County Fire Science Program.
Evan Davros and his father Tom got the chance to fight a simulated fire together April 11.
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Ponderosa grad wins presidential award for water work Dr. Rebecca Dodder recognized for research, community outreach By Tom Skelley tskelley@coloradocommunitymedia.com Growing up in Colorado, Dr. Rebecca Dodder knew the importance of water. “I spent a lot of time outdoors,” she said, “and I saw a lot of dry riverbeds.” Dodder didn’t know it at the time, but eventually her work with the Environmental Protection Agency on the subject would win her renown. The White House recently awarded Dodder, a 1993 Ponderosa High School graduate, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. She earned the award for a combination of innovation in research and a commitment to community service. “She’s always been driven,” said Bob Dodder, her father. A basketball coach at Ponderosa once suggested Rebecca, who was taller than many of her classmates, try out for the team, the elder Dodder remembered. “She came home on Friday and said `Teach me basketball, I’m going to try out for the team on Monday.’ ” Dodder graduated from Vanderbilt University with bachelor’s degrees in physics and Spanish, then earned a doc-
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torate in engineering systems from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She now works with the Environmental Protection Agency in Durham, North Carolina. Dodder’s mother Susanne said she saw her daughter begin to focus on helping others during her time at Vanderbilt. Dodder helped set up a water and sewage system for villagers in Chile. “I think that was important to her to start to focus on helping people and not just the academics,” Susanne Dodder said. “They called her `my angel.’ ” Dodder’s research focuses on how energy use and production change over time. A central topic of her recent work is the water-energy nexus, the connection between the use of water for energy production and the energy used to provide fresh water. Dodder predicts long-range scenarios of how using more renewable energy sources can reduce overall water use. The concept is tricky to grasp, Dodder
acknowledges, so she made a game of it. “Generate!” is a board game, available free to teachers, that lets players explore the advantages and costs of everyday decisions about energy use. The game also spells out the environmental impact of those choices as well as what can happen when energy sources change over time “It translates the research into something that’s fun and accessible, with lots of math and science in it,” Dodder said. “I was surprised to see how competitive (the students) became.” Dodder is also involved with the STEM movement, bringing scientists to schools to inspire students to go into science, technology, engineering and math. Even as her academic and post-graduate careers took off, Dodder never forgot what she learned in the classrooms at Ponderosa. She credits many of her teachers with giving her the confidence and skills to pursue new directions. Dodder remembered her civics teacher, Margaret Brinker, for recognizing her potential and her environmental geography teacher, Mark Sneden, for requiring her and her classmates to sort and weigh their household trash every week. The smelly assignment sparked a passion for environmental science. Dodder also acknowledged her Spanish teacher, Lisa Woods, for starting her on a path that led her to a graduate program in Mexico City, where she worked with accomplished scientists and met
Dr. Rebecca Dodder, a 1993 graduate of Ponderosa High School, recently won the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. Dodder won the award for a combination of innovative research and community service. Courtesy photo her husband, Aldo De Tuoni Fraga. Her twin, bilingual sons Marco and Julian, 7, are another happy result of taking Woods’ class all those years ago. Just as she was inspired and encouraged by her teachers, Dodder hopes to motivate today’s students to make a difference in the world. “Everybody has a role in reaching out and supporting education, and I find that very rewarding,” she said. “For me, that’s getting into the classroom and communicating with students.”
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Cross-fit idea not just about fitness So I have several buddies of mine who have really gotten into cross-fit training over the past few years. They range in age from their early 20s to a couple of my close friends who are in their 50s. And research tells me there are people of all ages and generations who have adopted some form of cross-fit. including teenagers and people well beyond their 50s. If you are unfamiliar with cross-fit training you can look up the definition on Wikipedia just like I did and you will find that it is a physical fitness workout system that incorporates multiple forms of exercises and techniques. It can include high-intensive interval training, Olympic weightlifting, plyometrics, powerlifting, gymnastics, kettlebell lifting, calisthenics, strongman and other exercises. Now one of my buddies, Mark Foley, who hails from Boston, is one of those guys who has really gotten into this form of training. He trains at a “box,” the cross-fit term for a gym, that his nephew owns near Boston. Mark is in phenomenal shape for a man at any age. But the best thing about Mark’s phenomenal shape is not his physical conditioning, it is his philosophy and approach toward cross-fit in all areas of life. A cross-fit WOD, or Workout of the Day, could take up to an hour of committed time. There are 23 more hours in each day that are
typically filled with activities and tasks that sometimes consume us and rob us of the opportunity to spend time working on all facets and areas of our lives. You see, just like cross-fit includes multiple forms of exercise and movements, our lives are made up of a Michael Norton multitude of roles and activities such as famWINNING ily life, careers, social, WORDS recreation, financial, spiritual, health, community, and things that educate and motivate us. My buddy Mark has tried to get me to join the cross-fit craze for the past few years, and I have resisted. That is, I have resisted the physical fitness form of cross-fit. I completely subscribe to being cross-fit for life and in all areas of life. And although it takes time, commitment, and dedication to make the time for all areas of life, it is well worth the investment in yourself, your family, your friends, and your future. The all-too-familiar phrase, “I would do it if I only had more time,” is just an excuse. Because we all have the same amount of
minutes and hours in each day, it’s about how we choose to use them. Easier said than done? Maybe, but if we start somewhere and find just a few minutes each day to focus on some part of our lives that have been neglected or compromised, I can assure you that the outcome and result will far outweighs effort and time that you will invest. And here’s the other thing: Maybe we can’t do something each and every day of our lives that supports each and every aspect of our lives, but on balance, if we looked back over the course of a week and could see where we spent pockets of time working on our mind, body, and spirit, and where we spent precious time focused on our family and friends, and how we used our time most productively at work, we will begin to see all of the benefits of being cross-fit for life. How about you? Are you working too much, traveling too much, consumed with too many distractions and not enough time for yourself and your family? I would love to hear all about it at gotonorton@gmail.com, and when we start spending just a little bit more time on and in all aspects of life, it really will be a better than good week.
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Column only tells half the story Ann Healey’s column on the Republican presidential campaign may indeed have a lesson for us in how not to run a campaign. But in all fairness, I would look forward to a companion column on the Democratic campaign and those candidates in order to provide a fair and balanced portrayal of the current campaign. For example, she should cover the illegal dealings and numerous lies conducted by Hillary Clinton. The article should cover her gross misuse and illegal use of classified emails, her misuse of foreign countries “donations” and her extremely vulgar language. I agree that this has been an extremely horrible presidential campaign, but this includes actions and speeches from both parties. Jim Young Parker Employers have upper hand in process A day hardly goes by without a news story of how great the jobs market is in Colorado. I agree it’s great — for the employers. For the average “good paying” job (definition: substantially more than minimum wage), many employers are receiving anywhere from 100-150 resumes. I know this because I have asked them. To me at least, those numbers indicate there are many people looking for good jobs, and the employers have a lot of choices. For those who have not had to seek new employment for many years, it can come as a shock how time consuming and cumbersome this process has become. Employers (mostly the large corporations) now require you to “register” with their employment database, which includes repeating information that is on a resume, then hopefully an over-the-phone interview, and then an in-person interview. This entire process can take up a total of three or four hours, or more, per application. This is a lot of time to end up just being rejected. Perhaps it’s time that corporate employers realize that job seekers’ time is valuable too — and streamline their process to respect candidates’ time as well as their own. Barb Adams Parker
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Collection could end from collecting dust A raccoon named Teddy sat on a rare copy of “Stormy Weather” by the Five Sharps. Teddy cracked the record. Apparently it’s a lousy version of a great song, but the fact that it’s rare has made it highly valued. That makes no sense to me. There may be only four copies of the record in existence. But if it’s bad, all the better. But some collectors don’t think like I do. A copy of the record that Teddy did not sit on might go for $10,000 at auction. Help me with the logic, if you can. I watch a show called “Pawn Stars.” People bring in some pretty odd items that fetch a lot of money. Someone brought in the record that Teddy sat on. People bring in autographs. The autographs of famous people, like Abraham Lincoln and Babe Ruth, can sell for tens of thousands of dollars. Be honest. Do you have any autographs in the house?
What’s a Peyton Manning worth? I wouldn’t know what to do with it. Frame it? Put it in a safety deposit box? If Manning wrote me a check, I’d be delighted to have his autograph. Otherwise, no. I’ve heard that Craig Marshall Smith Lincoln’s autograph is the most highly QUIET DESPERATION prized. Not by me. Again, what would I do with it? I guess I could have people over, and we could look at it, and tell stories about Lincoln. Smith continues on Page 11
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Wealth of uncertainty as election year unfolds The first quarter of the 2016 election year is complete. But, I can’t say much was accomplished. The stock market remains flat, economic growth is on hold and we still don’t know who will be on the ballot come November. I always think it helps to understand the reasons behind why things are the way they are. Maybe if we can find some logic in the situation, it will help us deal with the uncertainty. And that is the key word … uncertainty. Investments are down because the markets don’t like ambiguity. We expect our jobs, pocketbooks and nest eggs to improve over time. But for that to happen, something bigger has to take place. The world economy also has to increase. We can see the pattern now. Our credit markets collapsed in 2008, Europe’s credit crisis hit in 2011 and China’s attempt to avoid a crisis curbed their growth in 2015. Now that our financial world includes the entire globe, these things matter more than they used to. The reasons are many but we can start with earnings in honor of first-quarter
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My favorite Lincoln story was his response to someone who said he was two-faced. “If I were, would I have chosen this one?” I can promise you that there will not be any intentional humor in the next White House. There will be plenty of unintended humor. David Letterman may want to come out of retirement. Have you seen him lately? Full, scraggly beard. He looks like a bum, and he probably loves it. He was expected to be a sharp dresser every night for years.
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Before the rally, Silverthorn and Reynolds, noting concern about student safety and wanting to hear students’ views, met with Davis at the school. Davis’ parents said they did not know about, nor give consent to, the meeting. Davis said she received a call from Silverthorn March 3 and was asked to meet somewhere off campus. Davis declined. Silverthorn and Reynolds then showed up March 4 at the school unannounced, Davis said. “The board members were very harsh with their tones, especially Judith,” she told the school board during the April 19 public comment session. “They made me feel little and basically told me that since I am a student, I am not properly educated to express my First Amendment rights as an American.” “They said that holding my protest would result in another malice act happening toward a police officer on or near the property and that it would be my fault, that my family would be responsible for paying the police for showing up and any injury or accidents that could occur,” Davis said. After the meeting, Davis said, she and her family sent an email to the district and board voicing their concerns and asking for the pair’s resignation because of Davis’ treatment. The family asked for a response before the April 19 school-board meeting but said it did not receive one. Davis, accompanied on April 19 by her father, had recorded the 1½-hour meeting and said she sent that recording to all seven board members. “When I think about it now,” said Davis, who at one point teared up, “it makes me uncomfortable and angry that I was treated in such a fashion by our school
reporting season. A company reports earnings based on product sales and revenue. Ideally, these will not only outpace their overhead, but improve over time and increase the company’s value. That’s Patricia Kummer where you come in, as a stockFINANCIAL you want STRATEGIES holder, appreciation. When two-thirds of the world is in an economic dearth, it is hard to sell more to those who have less. As a result, earnings have gone south the last two quarters and are expected to be low again this quarter. It feels like we have been in limbo for nine years. The meaning of “long-term” just got even longer. We got spoiled a bit in 2012 and 2013 when Quantitative Eas-
ing fueled the potential for growth that has not yet occurred. Now the markets are adjusting prices for what stocks are really worth in this environment. This makes us unhappy and unhappy people want something to change. That’s where the election comes in. Voters cannot make up their minds what they want or who they want to solve our wealth of problems. Usually when change is needed, the pendulum swings wide to overcompensate. Hence we have significant differences between the extreme left and right, depending on the issues. This creates more uncertainty (and a lot of terrible ads in the media). Jerry Webman, chief economist for Oppenheimer Funds, states that it is the economy that dictates the election, not the other way around. He also said, “Hating the government is not an investment strategy.” Statistics show that you would have lost money trying to vote with your investment dollars in previous election years. The economic engine worldwide is what dictates growth and returns. The amount of debt global economies are
carrying will need to be reduced through future growth and higher demands over time. Meanwhile, watch for opportunities: Improvement in China and progress in Europe through support from their Central Bank. If their growth is anywhere close to what happened in the United States during our easy money policy years, they (and we as investors) could be in for nice advances in stock prices around the world. In turn this should help fuel our home-based companies for stronger earnings in future quarters.
He probably goes unrecognized in New York now. I don’t own many rarities. I do have a very early Crickets album. Before they became Buddy Holly and the Crickets. But I don’t have anything to play it on. So what good is it doing me? And it’s in the basement. That’s where my archives are. The Some Day Archives, I call them. Someday I am going to look at them. Will someday ever come? Our homes are full of souvenirs and mementos and scrapbooks. Computers have made it possible to save a lot of things very conveniently. But I have files on my screen that I rarely open. Now and then I will get sentimental, and open a file, like Jennifer’s, and reminisce. (We are no longer together.)
I open my father’s file at least once a month. And Badger’s. She was the dachshund ahead of Smitty, and the first individual who ever depended upon me. When I see that a natural disaster or a fire has destroyed a home, I always wonder about the possessions that were lost. The keepsakes. My basement flooded in 2003 when I was out of town. Half of my archives were lost. For a while, I was heartbroken.
Now I cannot remember exactly what I lost. I started over, but I no longer keep as much. Because I know that someday may never come. “Can’t go on, everything I had is gone. Stormy weather.” It’s not true.
district’s leaders.” Community members in attendance at the meeting cheered Davis, who reiterated her call for the two board members’ resignations. Silverthorn and Reynolds, who appeared taken aback by the requests for their resignations, disagreed with Davis’ interpretation of the meeting. “I thought we had a robust discussion,” Silverthorn said. “I was not there to intimidate,” Reynolds said. “I was there to understand.” Upset by what they heard on the recording, Lemieux, along with board members David Ray and Wendy Vogel, also asked for Silverthorn’s and Reynolds’ resignations. “I listened to the whole recording and I was appalled,” Vogel said. Under board regulations, Silverthorn and Reynolds were under no obligation to resign and did not. After more than 1½ hours of debate over proper parliamentary procedure in relation to the matter, board member Doug Benevento called for an independent third party investigation of the matter. “I believe we should have an investigation to see if any laws or policies were broken,” said Benevento, who said he had not listened to the entire recording. Ray disagreed. “You’re looking at a child who was bullied by board members,” he said. “What more facts do you need?” Silverthorn said she was “happy to subject us to that investigation.” Although the board did not formally vote on the independent investigation, members agreed to have board attorney Rob Ross organize and conduct it as soon as possible. Ross said it could be done relatively quickly. Board member Jim Geddes was not present at the meeting. The next school board meeting is scheduled for May 10.
Patricia Kummer has been an independent Certified Financial Planner for 29 years and is president of Kummer Financial Strategies Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor in Highlands Ranch. Kummer Financial is a six-year 5280 Top Advisor. Please visit www.kummerfinancial.com for more information or call the economic hotline at 303-683-5800. Any material discussed is meant for informational purposes only and not a substitute for individual advice.
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65, of Parker, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2016 with family at his side. Loving Husband of 26 years to Jane. Father of Jonathan (Kristin) Balthrop and Joe (Wendy) Klinkhamer, 3 Grandchildren. A Life Celebration was held. See ponderosavalleyfunerals.com.
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“Some people love the megachurches, other people like the smaller churches. We get to know each other quickly.” — The Rev. Marilyn Lewis, Ruth Memorial Chapel
The Rev. Marilyn Lewis speaks to her congregation at the Ruth Memorial Chapel in Parker on April 10. Lewis leads the Center for Spiritual Living, a nondenominational church whose philosophy combines the teachings of many faiths. Photos by Tom Skelley
Church offers wide path to God Center for Spiritual Living breathes new life into historic building
MORE ON THE RUTH MEMORIAL CHAPEL Location: 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker
By Tom Skelley tskelley@coloradocommunitymedia.com
History: Construction on the church began in February 1912 and the building held its first gathering on June 14, 1912. A formal dedication followed on May 25, 1913. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is recognized by the Town of Parker as a landmark. It is the first church built in Parker.
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he sun streamed through the windows of Ruth Memorial Chapel in Parker on a warm spring morning, casting beams of light across the sanctuary as people hugged, talked and greeted each other. As two men picked up the instruments and played a soft call to worship, the congregants took their seats in the pews, bobbing and swaying to the tune. As a woman began singing and the congregation joined in, the old, historic space came alive, like a photograph changing from black and white to color. After the song and applause ended, the Rev. Marilyn Lewis of the Center for Spiritual Living greeted members and newcomers alike. “We honor you no matter what spiritual path you are on,” she said, inviting first-time visitors to raise their hands so they could receive flowers, a welcome packet and another round of applause. To some it may seem odd to hear Buddhist singing bowls or readings from the “Tao of Pooh” in a church designed by Protestants more than a century ago. To Lewis and her congregation, the chapel is home. “We like to say that we believe in new thought with ancient wisdom,” Lewis said. “It’s wonderful to be in a historic church. It’s all God.” The Center for Spiritual Living, or CSL, is a nondenominational church that combines the tenets of many faiths. The church follows the teachings of Jesus, Buddha, Mohammed and other spiritual leaders as well as philosophers such as Plato and Deepak Chopra. Lewis said CSL believes in a common thread running through all
The name: The church is named after Dr. Walter Heath’s daughter, Ruth, who died young. Dr. Heath donated land for the construction of the church and died suddenly just after construction began.
The Ruth Memorial Chapel sits at 19650 East Mainstreet in Parker. The chapel hosts the Center for Spiritual Living’s Sunday services each week. major religions. “We honor all faiths, all paths to God,” Lewis said. “Instead of seeing God as an old man in the sky who decides what some people should have and what others shouldn’t have, we believe that God created a world of good, beauty and love … He wants us to enjoy the beauty in the world.” A special space Suzanne Velasquez is charged with preserving the beauty of the chapel for the Parker Area Historical Society, which is responsible for the building’s upkeep. On a tour of the building a few days before a recent Sunday service, she pulled a rope hanging from the ceiling to ring the church’s bell. The sound that has announced church services and weddings since 1912 still rings clearly
over a century later. Velasquez smiled and described the ambience of the iconic building in the heart of the town. “There’s definitely something special about anyone who chooses this space,” Velasquez said. “Just the number of people who’ve come through here and worshipped here over the last 100 plus years... This is a special little gem. A lot of the people who I see come through here… appreciate the feeling such an old building gives.” Evonne Levy, who has has been with CSL for 10 years, appreciates that feeling. As a practicioner, she leads meditation and prayers during CSL services. “It’s a sacred space,” Levy said. “There’s something very spiritual about (the chapel), a feeling of home. I hear people all the time saying that they love it.” The small building and its congrega-
Details: The building holds approximately 70 people in its rustic pews. It is rented out by the town for weddings but also hosts services for the Center for Spiritual Living each Sunday. For more information on the chapel, go to http://parkerarts.org/1887/RuthMemorial-Chapel
tion of approximately 73 worshippers draw a sharp contrast to the so-called “megachurches” throughout the south metro area. Lewis said large churches, particularly the ones in Parker, do many wonderful things. Her “spiritual family” simply seeks a more intimate experience “Some people love the megachurches, other people like the smaller churches” like CSL, Lewis said. “We get to know each other quickly.” All seekers welcome One might expect a church with such a modern approach to attract only young, “New Age” types, decked out in Church continues on Page 13
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April 22, 2016
Colorado Potters Guild creates unique gifts Just in time for spring gift needs, the Colorado Potters Guild holds its annual Spring Show and Sale at First Plymouth Congregational Church, 3501 S. Colorado Blvd. in Cherry Hills Village. A casserole for a newlywed or a Sonya Ellingboe mom; a special mug for the graduate to SONYA’S take to college; posSAMPLER sibly a hummingbird feeder for the nature-lover, will be a one-of-a-kind gift to treasure indefinitely. (Or it’s just fun to look and touch!) Hours: 4-8 p.m. April 28; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. April 29; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 30. Admission is free. coloradopotters.org. Author to visit Arapahoe Libraries will host New York
Times best-selling author Maggie Steifvater at 2 p.m. at Embassy Suites Denver Tech Center, 10250 E. Costilla Ave., Centennial. The author of the “Shiver Trilogy” will introduce “The Raven King,” next in the “Raven Cycle.” Tattered Cover will have books for sale and the writer will autograph copies for readers. Free, but registration is required. Visit any branch or arapahoelibraries.org or call 303-LIBRARY. Scholar recognized Arapahoe Community College student Cecilia Lee, from Elbert and now residing in Littleton, was recognized at the American Association of Community Colleges Convention and in a special section of the April 12 edition of USA Today as one of 20 students nationwide named to the All-USA Academic Team. Chosen from 1,900 nominees, she will receive a $5,000 scholarship. Named to the 2016 Phi Theta Kappa All-Colorado Academic Team, she was also recognized as a 2016 Coca-Cola Scholar with
a $2,000 scholarship. She is enrolled at Colorado Early Colleges Douglas County High School and is a co-editor of the 2016 Progenitor literary magazine as well as a participant in other ACC activities. She will continue her education at the University of Alabama with a double major in mechanical engineering and economics.
Immigrant center event The Littleton Immigrant Resources Center will sell Irish and Italian treats at 1:30 p.m., before the 2 p.m. showing of the movie “Brooklyn,” on April 30 at Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Donations will also be accepted by the Bemis-based center, which assists immigrants on their journey to citizenship.
Pruning roses South Suburban Parks and Recreation offers its annual Pruning Workshop for gardeners at Littleton’s Memorial Rose Garden, 5804 S. Bemis St., Littleton. Receive hands-on training from 8 a.m. to noon on April 30. Bring gloves and sharp shears to the garden, which holds 1,800 different rose varieties, including AllAmerican Rose Select. District horticulturist Larry Hurd, master gardeners and members of the Denver Rose Society will be on hand with instructions. To register, contact Hurd at 303-721-8478 or larry@ssprd.org. (Rain date is May 7.)
Volunteers needed Bemis Library offers a free delivery service for homebound patrons and needs volunteers. Contact library assistant Krysta Wiggins-Post at 303-7953961. Williams’ scores Composer John Williams has written scores for many iconic films, including “Schindler’s List,” “Home Alone,” and “Star Wars.” The Parker Symphony Orchestra will play a selection of Williams’ works at 7:30 p.m. May 6 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue, Parker. Tickets: parkerarts.org, 303-805-6800.
MORE ON THE CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Founder: Ernest Holmes. Holmes, born in 1887, grew up in Maine and was a lover of the outdoors. In 1926 he wrote “The Science of the Mind,” which contains foundational principles of the CSL. Holmes formed the Religious Science church, the precursor to the CSL. Beliefs: The CSL promotes a belief in “new thought combined with ancient wisdom.” Simply put, church members believe that science and faith work together to create the world around us and scientific principles prove spiritual beliefs. Members believe in prayer, positive thinking and many of the beliefs taught in Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism and other major religions. Locations: The church has 400 locations around the world in more than 30 countries in Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Australia and Europe. Home office: 573 Park Point Drive, Golden Parker office: 19731 Pikes Peak Ave., Suite G-2 Services: Every Sunday at 10 a.m. at Ruth Memorial Chapel
Musicians begin the Sunday service for the Center for Spiritual Living at Ruth Memorial Chapel in Parker on April 10, 2016. CSL follows the teachings of several religious leaders and philosophers. Photo by Tom Skelley
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Birkenstocks and tie-dye. In fact, the worshippers at CSL reflect a variety of ages, backgrounds and prior religious affiliations. Other than the possible exception of a member in a Colorado Rockies jersey, they look the same as any other church’s congregation. Levy said many of the group’s mem-
bers practiced Judaism and Christianity before joining a church that celebrates aspects of all of those faiths. She appreciates that CSL respects all religions and faiths, and that the church takes a modern approach to seeking God. “We’re not wearing sandals anymore,” Levy said. “We do things to make (God) real for us today.” Bob Collins, a board member at CSL, was one of the members who helped select Ruth Memorial Chapel as the CSL’s place of worship. He said in an email that the building’s traditional ap-
pearance helps new members make the transition to a new way of worship. “Our faith welcomes all spiritual seekers,” Collins said. “The backdrop of a traditional chapel comforts many who arrive … There is a comfort that we are seeking a stronger, personal relationship with God in the same place of many who came before us.” Velasquez said maintenance issues at the chapel don’t arise often. The most common problem is air conditioning breaking down during summer weddings. New stairs are needed to con-
More information and contact: cslparker. org
tinue to welcome wedding parties and worshippers. The chapel’s foundation is sturdy, but it will need some restoration to remain so. The CSL’s foundation is strong too, Lewis said, and as the congregation grows it will eventually need a larger space to accommodate them. “At some point we’re going to outgrow it,” she said. But for now, Lewis and her fellow worshippers like Collins are grateful to be where they are each Sunday. “We always say ‘welcome home,’” he said. “We’ve been waiting for you.”
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April 22, 2016
Eighth-grader shines in the world of theater
Parker girl appeared at Aurora Fox this year By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@coloradocommunitymedia.com Parker eighth-grade performer Madeleine Kee was in her first professional performance, “Little Women,” at the Aurora Fox this year and will be attending Denver School of the Arts in the fall as a theater major. A student at American Academy, Parker, she won honors in the Junior National Thespian Festival competition last year and thus is eligible to participate in the June International Thespian Festival at Lincoln, Nebraska, this summer, with young Thespians from across the nation.
Eighthgrader Madeleine Kee of Parker will play Mary Poppins in the American Academy at Parker production of “Mary Poppins” at the PACE Center. Courtesy photo
Other Douglas County University of Northern Colorado middle schools at the Junior theater department. Festival were Cimarron, Mesa In the beloved “Mary Popand Mountain Ridge Middle pins” tale, readers will rememSchools, accordber that the ing to Madeleine’s Banks fammother, Kimberly ily needs a new IF YOU GO Kee. A number of nursemaid for “Mary Poppins” will area high school their children be presented at the PACE students also comand the magical Center, 20000 Pikes Peak pete each year in Mary P. descends Ave., Parker. Performances the state Thespian with an umare: 10 a.m. April 29 Festival at the Denbrella to take (Parker cast); 7 p.m. April ver Performing Arts over. Madeleine 29 (Parker cast); 2 p.m. Complex and some will perform as April 30 (Parker cast); 7 go on to compete in Mary Poppins p.m. April 30 (Castle Pines Lincoln. in the Parker cast); 2 p.m. May 1 (Castle For those who cast of AmeriPines cast). Tickets: 303want to continue in can Academy. 805-6800, parkerarts.org. college, in addition There is also to performances, an American there are auditions Academy in Castle Pines. Mark for college theater departments Middlebrooks teaches theater at such as the highly competitive both schools.
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April 22, 2016
Audubon worker honored for activities
By Sonya Ellingboe sellingboe@colorado communitymedia.com Audubon Society of Greater Denver executive director Karl Brummert has announced the receipt of a $500 Volunteers for Good — Individual Grant from New York Life, recognizing the volunteer work of its local employee Dam Morris, from the company’s Colorado General Office with Audubon Society of Greater Denver. Morris, who has worked with Audubon for three years, said his role as a board member is “to support the strategy and leadership of our organization … My
involvement in our activities includes: outreach to community leaders, fundraising and development, supporting bird walks at our Nature Center at Chatfield Reservoir, supporting educational programs in elementary schools in metro Denver.” Audubon Society of Greater Denver will hold its annual spring benefit from 6 to 9 p.m. April 23 at the Inn at Hudson Gardens. For information on this event or membership and programs, see denveraudubon.org or call 303-973-9530. The Denver Audubon group’s next event is the Mother’s Day Bird Banding Breakfast on May 8.
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RTD changes service routes in Parker The Regional Transportation District added all-day service during weekdays for the first time in Parker on April 24. Route 483 will provide service at 30-minute intervals during peak commuting hours and every 60 minutes at other times of the day. The 483 route will go from the Lincoln Station, the Parker Park-n-Ride and Nine Mile Station. The new route replaces Route 153
and Route 410 in Parker. Information on the changes can be found at http://www.rtd-denver.com/a-lineservice.shtml. Douglas County offers free historic tours The Douglas County Historical Preservation and the Roxborough Area Historical Society will give free tours at the Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve and the MikschHelmer cabin in Chatfield on May 14. The tours will cover everything from Colorado’s prehistoric inhabitants such as the woolly mammoth to the first pioneers to settle the area in
the 1860s. The Smithsonian led many expeditions in the 1960s and 1980s in the Lamb Spring area that uncovered the remains of more than 30 mammoths. The cabin was built by Amos Miksch, a member of the Colorado Volunteer Cavalry, in the 1860s. Miksch later sold the cabin to the Helmer family, who developed the land around it into a successful cattle and mining operation. Anyone interested in attending is asked to RSVP at www.lambspring. org or by calling 303-660-7460.
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April 22, 2016
Historic water tank gets overhaul Sedalia structure gets interior coating, bringing it up to code
By Shanna Fortier sfortier@colorado communitymedia.com The Sedalia water tank, which is the sole supplier of water to the town and a historic site, is in the homestretch of receiving much-needed work, which will allow the tank to still be used, rather than replaced. “This was a much-overdue project,” said Mary Kasal, district engineer for Sedalia Water and Sanitation District. “We’re pleased to get it done.” Constructed in 1906, the Sante Fe Railway Water Tank stands in an open grassy area northwest of the unincorporated town of Sedalia. Two cottonwood trees stand to the west and a large, high, grasscovered berm traverses along the north between the tank and Highway 85. The 140,000-gallon capacity water tank sits on a sag foundation and is 24 feet in diameter and 43 feet high. The cylindrical tank is constructed of large sections of steel that have been riveted together. Historically, the tank was painted in Sante Fe colors, Sante Fe red with the Santa Fe logo in yellow, black and red. Today, the tank is painted metallic silver with the word “Sedalia” in red with a black outline facing Highway 85. Below, in black, it reads, “Elev. 5835.” The water tank is on the National Register of Historic Places and in 1958, the railroad deeded the system (water tank, pipe and well pump) to the Sedalia Water and Sanitation District. Today, the tank is still used as a water storage facility, which serves as part of the community’s water supply and distribution system. But the tank had fallen into disrepair. It was old, rusted and was no longer up
Matt Cullen, of Castagra Products, Inc., stands inside the newly coated Sedalia water tank. Courtesy photos to code. New Occupational Safety and Health Administration certified access points had to be installed and new regulations for fresh-water drinking systems needed to be put into place for the tank to stay functional. With grants from the State Historical Fund, Douglas County Community Development Block Grant and The Edmund T. and Eleanor Quick Foundation, the town was able to recoat the inside of the tank with Ecodur 201, a super green (solvent free, VOC free, BPA free) product from Castagra that uses natural vegetable oil. “The town people love this tank,” said Matt Cullen of Castagra Products Inc., adding the the residents have been bringing workers food and water throughout the project. “We’re happy to work with the town on this project.”
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April 22, 2016
Rotary Club announces Student of the Month for April Ponderosa senior wins award
Staff Report Courtney Richardson’s teachers see a lot of great things in her, and the Parker Rotary Club took notice. The Ponderosa High School senior received the club’s Student of the Month award for April. Richardson is active at her church’s vaca-
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Ponderosa High School senior Courtney Richardson receives her Student of The mOnth award from the Parker Rotary Club. Pictured from left to right are teacher Mike Lynch, father Steven Richardson, Courtney Richardson and Rotarian Bill Kelly. Courtesy photo
tion Bible school, volunteers at the Parker Task Force and serves as a volleyball coach at the YMCA. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing and painting. “Courtney brings a sense of community to the classroom,” said Mike Lynch, one of Richardson’s teachers. Richardson plans to attend the Colorado School of Mines, play on their volleyball team and major in engineering/mathematics.
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Entities work together to help youths The Family Resource Pavilion is a one-stop shop for families to receive services from prevention to intervention By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Family Resource Pavilion is a new collaborative effort between nine entities in Douglas and Arapahoe counties dedicated to providing services to troubled youths and families. The new building celebrated its grand opening April 7, while services began in late March. The Centennial-based center is a one-stop shop for families to receive services ranging from prevention to intervention. “They have a safe haven here that they can come to and get help,” Douglas County Commissioner Dave Weaver said at the grand opening of the building. The building houses offices and services from The Juvenile Assessment Center, Shiloh House, Synergy Addiction Research and Treatment Services, Arapahoe Douglas Mental Health Network, Juvenile Diversion Counseling Program, Arapahoe County Department of Human Services, Douglas County Department of Human Services, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. “We’re really excited to be in this space and about the collaboration that can happen,” said Sarah Ericson, director of the 18th Judicial District Juvenile Diversion Counseling Program. “The idea that a family can come in without an appointment and in one day, get a plan that has solutions individualized to a child’s needs — that piece feels very innovative.” The idea is that the organizations work together to provide individualized services to families without them having to drive to multiple locations. Officials say that by keeping youth close to their support system, it gives them more of a chance to be successful. “If you take kids out of their community, they are less likely to be successful,” said Austin Topolnicki, chief operating officer of Shiloh House. He added that the house has a pro-social connection to the community and encourages those in the program to continue connections with faith, school and athletics.
Officials from the Shiloh House, Douglas County and Arapahoe County joined together to cut the ribbon at the Family Resource Pavilion’s grand opening April 8. Photo by Shanna Fortier At the Family Resource Pavilion, a variety of services are offered, including preventative services as well as residential and after care. Youths can be treated for behavioral and emotional mental health issues and conflicts in delinquency court and truancy court can be addressed. “We’re also a place where if a family does know what they need, they can come here,” Topolnicki said. “Even if it’s something we wouldn’t provide, we can link them.” District Attorney George Brauchler said combining all these services in the same place could have a major impact on the youths of the community in the future. “This right here is like dropping a boulder into an ocean,” he said at the grand opening. “My hope is more than a ripple effect. There’s a tsunami effect and it sweeps over this community and we figure out a way to take that next generation and provide them and their families the services necessary…. My hope is in the not-too-distant future, those people that we employ that work at the end of the building here are asleep at their desks because they have too little to do in diverting kids out of the criminal justice system.”
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Animal Rescue of the Rockies Provides foster care for death-row shelter dogs and cats throughout Colorado Need: Foster families for animals on lists to be euthanized Contact: www.animalrescueoftherockies.org. Arapahoe County Need: Volunteers to help seniors, teens, youth and more in a variety of capacities. Contact: 303-738-7938 Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office Need: Volunteers to help with mail/delivery room, internal mail delivery/pick-up and more. Requirements: Citizen Academy graduates will be given priority consideration. All other applicants must pass a background screening. Contact: Lt. Steve Curti at 720-874-3936 ASSE International Student Exchange Program Organizes student exchange programs Need: Local host families to provide homes for boys and girls age 15-18 from a variety of coutries. Contact: Cathy Hintz, 406-488-8325 or 800-733-2773 Castle Rock Senior Activity Center Provides services to local seniors Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments, the grocery store, pharmacies and more. Contact: Steph Schroeder, 303-688-9498 Colorado Humane Society Handles animal abuse and neglect cases Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries. Contact: Teresa Broaddus, 303-961-3925 Court Appointed Special Advocates Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties Need: Advocates for children, to get to know, speak up for and ensure their best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4children.org. Gateway Battered Women’s Shelter Serves victims of family violence in Aurora and Arapahoe County Need: Volunteers help with crisis-line management, children’s services, legal advocacy, community education and other shelter services. Donations: Also accepts used cell phones (younger than 4 years) to give to victims. Mail to Gateway at P.O. Box 914, Aurora, CO 80040, or drop them off at Neighborly Thrift Store, 3360 S. Broadway, Englewood Requirements: Must attend a 26-hour training session; bilingual skills welcome Contact: Jeneen Klippel-Worden, 303-343-1856 or jkworden@gatewayshelter.com Girl Scouts of Colorado Youth organization for girls Need: Troop leaders, office support, administrative help and more Age requirement: Men and women, 18 and older Contact: www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org, inquiry@ gscolorado.org or 1-877-404-5708 Habitat ReStore Nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers Need: Volunteers for Wheat Ridge, Denver or Littleton Habitat ReStores, helping with the cash register, dock and warehouse floor Contact: 303-996-5468, email Alice Goble at Alice@ habitatmetrodenver.org Health Passport Centura Health program that provides health and wellness services Need: Volunteers to support patients and families in the hospital and upon discharge with outreach, marketing and social networking; connecting patients, families and volunteers to services and programs; hosting classes at various Health Passport locations; contributing to the health and wellness of those in the community; counseling clients who need prescription drug assistance; and helping with day-to-day living expenses, Medicare and Medicaid issues. Contact: Kerry Ewald, Health Passport volunteer coordinator, 303-629-4934. The Children’s Hospital of Denver, Highlands Ranch chapter Contact: 303-861-6887 Hospice at Home Need: Volunteers help patients and their families with respite care, videotaping, massage and other tasks. Home study training is available. Contact 303-698-6404 Hospice of Covenant Care Nonprofit, faith-based hospice Need: Volunteers to support patients and families Contact: 303-731-8039 Lutheran Family Services: Cultural Mentoring Program We welcome refugee families and help them adjust to their new home Need: People who can commit to working with refugees on skills for self-sufficiency and helping them learn about their new home. Requirements: Must be 18 or older (although children of volunteers are welcome to participate). Onehour training and orientation required. Contact: David Cornish, 303-225-0199 or david. cornish@lfsrm.org; go to www.lfsrm.org.
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What lies beneath Douglas County’s buried artifacts tell stories of mysterious times By Chris Michlewicz Special to Colorado Community Media Five years ago, when Douglas County was in the process of building RidgeGate Boulevard, a construction crew stumbled upon a curious sight: the charred remains of a palm tree. The find motivated county project manager Sean Owens to look further into how the tree ended up roughly 20 feet below the ground surface. He discovered what a surprising few in the Denver area have come to learn, and that is the fact that an ocean and, later, a rainforest once covered the Front Range. A set of stone pillars at Native Legend Park in Castle Rock describes the decimation of the rainforest and notes that “37 million years ago, this would have been a very bad place to be standing.” A volcanic eruption somewhere in the area of the Collegiate Peaks (Mount Princeton, Mount Harvard, Mount Oxford, etc.) in Colorado’s Sawatch Range sent a “fiery avalanche of airborne molten rock” toward the Front Range and “animals were literally entombed in
An awl made of petrified wood is one of more than 14,000 artifacts kept at the Douglas County History Repository. Photo by Chris Michlewicz
the superheated volcanic ash right where they stood,” according to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, which provided information for the pillars at Native Legend Park. The solidified ash and the organic material it buried created a 20-foot-thick layer of rhyolite. Owens and the construction crew had found a 24-inch-diameter tree trunk that was “half petrified and half burned” and sticking out of the bedrock. Carbon dating put its age at between 30 million and 50 million years old. “It was just the weirdest thing to see,” Owens said. “That whole area — the Hess, Ridgegate and Lincoln area — they’ll find those burned trees from that volcano.” It’s just one of the fascinating stories that explore the evidence of landscapes and civilizations from the past, and what lies beneath the feet of Douglas County’s current inhabitants. Something old, something new Not every find, of course, is tens of millions of years old. Artifacts uncovered at the Rueter-Hess Reservoir site within the last 10 years provide insight into separate civilizations of paleo-Indians and hunter-gatherers who lived in the area between 2,000 and 5,000 years ago. Evidence of pit dwellings — and even an artifact depicting what many believe to be a dog — were painstakingly unearthed by URS Corp. and a team from Centennial Archaeology. Perhaps the most significant archaeological site in Douglas County was found completely by accident in the late 1960s. “A rancher was cleaning up his stock pond with his backhoe and he found a piece of a mammoth,” said Judy Hammer, a planner with the county’s community development department. “He knew it was a big bone he had never seen before.” The rancher called a museum in Denver, which called experts from the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., to take a look. It was the skull of a young mammoth. Between the 1970s and the early 1990s, archaeology teams excavated what’s now known as Lamb Spring, a watering hole that attracted creatures of all types thousands of years ago. Some became mired in the mud and never got out, and their skeletons were well-preserved. “They found a lot of animals that were alive during the Ice Age: the sloth, the saber-toothed cat, camels,” Hammer said. Norma Miller, an archaeologist and curator of the Douglas County History Repository, said the area was used over time by different tribes of people, and tools were found that spanned thousands of years “all the way up to contact with Europeans, which was the 1840s,” she said. The site — off Titan Road west of Highway 85 — is now governed by the Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve, a group led by a volunteer board of directors made up of some of those who excavated the area. The group leads free guided tours of the site from May to October. Find more information at www.lambspring.org. The search for Blackfoot Cave Blackfoot Cave, a few clicks south and east of Castlewood Canyon State Park in Douglas County, is actually
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A marker at the Native Legend Open Space in Castle Rock tells part of the story behind the formation of Castle Rock and other geological features on the Front Range. Courtesy photo not a cave, but rather a rock shelter that was “occupied off and on for centuries,” said Miller, who added that more than 5,000 bags of artifacts were recovered from Blackfoot Cave during an eight-year excavation that ended in 2014. “We’ve got stuff from 7,000 years ago,” she said. The site has produced hundreds of spear points from different eras. Charcoal from a roasting pit was particularly helpful in determining how old some of the artifacts are. Blackfoot Cave is a natural stone feature made partly of a rock outcrop along East Cherry Creek. Because it faces southwest, it was an ideal place to live, providing shelter from incoming winter storms and taking in a nice breeze during the summer, Miller says. It also has a great view of Pikes Peak and is in close proximity to water and a wooded area. Blackfoot Cave is now owned by Douglas County, but it almost went undiscovered and forgotten by time. A settler who explored the area around 1842 kept a diary of his travels and detailed a trip he took with a group that included Blackfoot Indians. When they encountered a brutal storm, they sheltered in Blackfoot Cave, Miller said. The diary kept interest alive in small circles for decades and piqued the curiosity of historians. However, private property owners would not grant access to the area where Blackfoot Cave was believed to be. It wasn’t until one property owner gave the OK that the site was rediscovered, and the county later purchased the land.
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It was a surprise to Miller that the site was so intact when an archaeology team finally got the chance to recover cultural relics. “Settlers lived there and a lot of that stuff wasn’t destroyed. And there it sat for thousands of years,” she said. Committed to preservation Archeological surveys have been around since before the county’s growth spurt in the 1990s and early 2000s. A large-scale one was conducted in the late 1970s before construction began on Highlands Ranch. It was during that time that historic preservation became more of a priority in Douglas County. Regulations came in handy in 2002 when a crew working on the north side of Stonegate dug up a mammoth skeleton that turned out to be as much as 200,000 years old. The tusks are on display at Parker Town Hall. When a development is proposed, the county has what’s known as a “referral period” in which agencies that would be affected by the project are able to provide feedback to elected officials who approve or deny applications for development. The Douglas County Historic Preservation Board is among those agencies, and it searches a state database of historically significant sites in the area and looks at aerial photographs. The intensity of the archaeological survey often depends on the likelihood of finding cultural resources, and sometimes Miller is given access to provide a cursory glance at the surface. “You’d be surprised how much you can see if you know what you’re looking for,” Miller says. After research and a survey, Miller makes recommendations to the developer or property owner, and these days, developers are more receptive to the idea of preservation, she said. But it’s difficult to know how many artifacts have already been buried by residential and commercial development. “Untold,” Miller says. Nudging from the county and cooperation from developers has resulted in the discovery of “little pieces of the puzzle,” as the archaeologist and longtime Douglas
A tusk from a mammoth skeleton found in Stonegate in 2002 is on display in the lobby of Parker Town Hall. Photo by Chris Michlewicz County resident puts it. If done correctly, the discovery of artifacts does not have to cause significant construction delays. A perfect example is the Parker Water and Sanitation District’s willingness to work with archaeologists when cultural finds, including the pit dwellings, were uncovered at Rueter-Hess Reservoir, said Miller, who put together a display case of artifacts that is now in the lobby of the water district’s purification plant near the reservoir. “What we say is just ‘please let us get in there to see what’s there and get it taken care of and then we’ll leave you alone,’” Miller said. More than a million dollars was spent on excavating when Rueter-Hess Reservoir was being built, “but, boy, it was really worth it because it’s added a tremendous amount of knowledge on how the land was used,” she said. Artifacts from Lamb Spring are at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and the Smithsonian, but the vast majority of the 14,000 cultural resources found locally are at the history repository, where Miller carefully catalogs them and places them in boxes. The items are featured on Douglas County’s Virtual History Museum, a website that contains a series of stories and photographs of the artifacts. Now, all that’s needed is a brick-and-mortar space to further drive public interest in history.
“The county really needs a countywide museum,” Miller said. With thousands of acres still to be developed in Douglas County, there will likely be much more to talk about. If petrified palm tree trunks and the remnants of long-
extinct goliaths are known to be below the surface, it begs the question: What else is down there? “I’ve never found dinosaur bones during a project,” Owens said, “but you never know.”
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Banachek: Miracles of the Mind Banachek is the world’s leading mind reader. Having astounded audiences across the globe, he has fooled scientists into believing he possessed psychic powers then later revealed that he was fooling them. Tickets on sale now for Banachek’s Miracles of the Mind show at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 22-23 at Theatre of Dreams, 735 Park St., Castle Rock. Reservations required; go to http://Tickets.AmazingShows.com or call 303-660-6799. Go to banachek.com. Wonderbound: Dust Embarking on a partnership with the incredible actors of Curious Theatre Company and Denver Singer/Songwriter Jesse Manley, Wonderbound captures the hardship, struggle, and loss of the Dust Bowl in this world premiere production that is sure to tug at your heartstrings. Show are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 23, and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 24, at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. For tickets and information, go to www.ParkerArt.org or call 303-805-6800. Performing Arts: Theater Games Children ages 6-10 will learn the ins and outs of improvisation through shortform exercises and games in collaboration with the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Program is at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 30, at the Douglas County Libraries branch in Castle Pines, 360 Village Square Lane. Registration is required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to DouglasCountyLibraries.org.
Auditions for Seussified ‘Romeo and Juliet’ Auditions for “The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet,” by Classic Acts, are from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, April 23 at the Mainstreet Center, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker. There will be a cold reading from the script and the cast will be determined the same evening. The performances are June 1 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Show tickets are available at PACEcenteronline.org, 303.805.6800 or at the PACE Center box office. Music Festival Douglas Elbert Music Teachers Association plans its 21st festival from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Parker Bible Church, 4391 Mainstreet, Parker. More than 350 students from Douglas and Elbert counties will play before judges and take music theory tests. High level performers will play in the honors concert the following weekend. Large prizes will be given to “Stump the Musician” game winners. Call 303-8412976. Ham Jam Open Mic Need a pig-me up? Is life a boar? Come to the first ham jam open mic night from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at 2 Penguins Tap and Grill, 13065 E. Briarwood Ave., Centennial. Suggested donation is $6 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Parent Rocker Organization of Aurora and the Rock School Scholarship Fund, nonprofit organizations committed to helping kids rock by providing scholarships to School of Rock, Aurora. Go to proaurora.org. Author Visit Author Jessica Knoll will talk about her debut novel, New York Times bestseller “Luckiest Girl Alive,” at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Douglas County Libraries’ James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Knoll’s book will be on sale at the event, and a book signing will follow the discussion. Registration required; call 303-791-7323 or DouglasCountyLibraries. org. Lost Restaurants of Denver Do you remember the Denver Dry Goods Tea Room or the Drumstick Restaurant? Get a taste of Denver’s long-gone eateries when historians Robert and Kristen Autobee talk about bygone restaurants of Denver at 2 p.m. Monday, April 25, at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. After the presentation, the authors will give the audience an opportunity to share memories of favorite lost dining spots. Copies of the book “The Lost Restaurants of Denver” will be available for purchase and signing. Call 303-795-3961
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‘Smokey Joe’s Café’ Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Main St., Littleton, presents “Smokey Joe’s Café” through Sunday, May 1. The longest running musical revue in Broadway history, Smokey Joe’s Cafe is a song and dance revue showcasing 39 pop standards, including Love Potion #9, On Broadway, I’m a Woman, Yakety Yak, and more rock and roll, rhythm and blues songs written by songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Tickets available at the box office, 303-7942787, ext. 5, or online at www.TownHallArtsCenter.org.
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Clinton Carter Gala, Auction Douglas County Democrats plan its annual Clinton Carter Gala and Auction at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 23 at the Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel. Go to www.DouglasDemocrats.org or call 720-509-9048. Casino Night, Silent Auction Ave Maria Catholic Parish plans a Roaring 20s casino night and silent auction at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 23. Admission includes $1,000 in play money for blackjack, roulette, Texas hold`em and craps. Entertainment, music, dancing, prizes and a silent auction are included. Contact Len and Janie Bertagnolli, at 303-284-9685. Go to www.avemariacatholicparish. org. Therapeutic Recreation Carnival Night Therapeutic recreation families, friends, volunteers and community supporters will enjoy a night of fun and games from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Recreation Center at Southridge, 4800 McArthur Range Road, Highlands Ranch. Call 303-471-7043 or go to www.hrcaonline.org. Plant and Craft Yard Sale Artisan crafts, perennials and home décor will be available to enjoy and purchase at the Living Way Fellowship plant and craft yard sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 23, and from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 24, at 345 E. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch. All are welcome. Tea and Travels Children ages 10 and older, adults and seniors will learn about the various tea customs of different countries and cultures through a Tea Talk presentation at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 24, at the Douglas County Libraries branch in Parker, 10851 S. Crossroads Drive. Taste your way through various tea growing regions and enjoy light refreshments. Registration is required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Retirement Planning Workshops Seniors outliving their savings or pension or social security is a hot topic in Colorado, which has one of the fastest growing populations of people aged 65 or older. These issues and more are addressed at free Lunch and Learn seminars, “Aging and Long Term Care: How Am I Going to Pay For It?” at Koelbel Library, 5955 Holly St., Centennial. Lunch is catered by Panera Bread. The next seminar is from 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26. Reservations can be made by calling 303-468-2820.
Members of a well-blended men’s quintet, modeled on The Coasters, popular in the 50s, are included among the performers in “Smokey Joe’s Café” at Town Hall Arts Center: Jacob Villarreal, Alejandro Roldan, Evan Sauvage, Matt LaFontaine and Ethan Knowles. Photo by Gary Duff
MUSIC/CONCERTS
Youth Orchestra Spring Concert The Douglas County Youth Orchestra plans its spring concert at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at The Rock Church, 4881 Cherokee Drive, Castle Rock. Tickets available at the door. Go to www.douglascountyyouthorchestra.org. Highlands Ranch Encore Chorale The winter/spring session of the Highlands Ranch Encore Chorale is under way. Rehearsals are offered from 10:30 a.m. to noon Fridays through May 13 at the Recreation Center at Southridge, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. The chorale is a non-auditioned community chorus that is open to anyone ages 55 and older, with or without choral experience. Email Brian@5280plus-encore.org or Cindy@5280plus-encore.org. To register call 303-471-8818 and reference Activity Number 157806.
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Hands-On Painting Workshops The Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County presents three painting workshops conducted by local professional artists. All three events are open to members and nonmembers. The workshops and instructors are Friday and Saturday, May 20-21, “Abstracted Reality” with artist Victoria Kwasinski. All workshops run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Workshops are for ages 18 and older. Sign-up forms available at http://www.heritage-guild.com/membership.html. Payment is required to reserve a space at any workshop(s) and the number of participants is limited. For details, supply lists, and registration forms for all workshops, see http://www.heritage-guild.com/current-workshops.html or contact Beatrice Drury, workshop director, at btdrury@q.com or call 303-796-8110. Heritage Fine Arts Guild Show The Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County will have its member spring art show from May 2-31 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. The painting exhibit is free and open to the public. Meet the artists at a reception from 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 8, in the library’s lower-level gallery. Light refreshments will be served. All works are originals and available for sale directly from the participating artists. Artists should call show co-chairs Linda Millarke, 303-973-0867, or Orrel Schooler, 303-798-6481, for details regarding entry and hanging requirements. Registration deadline is Friday, April 22 and each member artist may submit up to three entries. Go to www.heritage-guild. com.
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Life-Size Game Night Families are invited to the Philip S. Miller Library for a family game night with life-sized games. Register in advance at the library’s teen or children’s desk. Play happens from 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, April 22 at 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Douglas County Town Hall Meeting Legislators will host a Douglas County Town Hall Meeting from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Children’s Hospital Colorado South Campus, Tennessee Conference Room, 1811 Plaza Drive, Highlands Ranch. Participating legislators include House Assistant Minority Leader: Polly Lawrence, House District 39; State Representative: Kim Ransom, House District 44; and Senate Majority Leader Mark Scheffel, House District 4. Contact Kelind Baker, Legislative Aide for Representative Lawrence, at 303-866-2935.
DNA Testing Series Genealogist Deena Coutant presents the final part of a three-part series on DNA testing. Program is at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 28, at the Douglas County Libraries’ James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Learn which DNA test to choose, how to interpret results, and some of the science. Registration is required. Call 303-7917323 or go to DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Sky School Spy School is where children ages 6-12, with parents in tow, can test their spy skills by completing agility, dexterity, memory and code-breaking tasks. Program is at 6 p.m. Friday, April 29, at the Douglas County Libraries’ James H. LaRue branch, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Snacks will be served. Registration for kids and adults is required. Call 303-791-7323 or go to DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Celebramos el Día Celebrate El Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30, at the Douglas County Libraries’ Philip S. Miller branch, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. El Día is a celebration of cultural diversity and literacy, and is nationally recognized by the American Library Association. There will be books, games and prizes. This is a program for families. Visit douglascountylibraries.org to register online, or call 303-791-7323. Drop-ins are welcome as well. Sacred Dance Sharing Dance With the Spirit is the title of the Sacred Dance Sharing at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30 at the Spirit of Hope Church, 3885 S. Broadway, Englewood. A sharing is a gathering of people who use music and dance to pray. Event hopes to gather dancers who have been using dance in church to further the prayer experience of those in attendance. Anyone interested in sharing a dance is invited. Also, if you love to be in the congregation and experience Sacred Dance you are welcome. To schedule a dance contact Christina Bryan at 303-359-1878 or email Christina. bryan@colorado.edu. Bird Banding Visitors to the Audubon Nature Center in May will get to watch research in action while seeing warbles, sparrows, woodpeckers, thrushes and other songbirds at the bird banding station with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. The station is open to the public from 7:30-11 a.m. Sunday, May 1, Saturday, May 7, Sunday, May 15, Saturday, May 21, Sunday, May 22, Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29. The Audubon Society is at 11280 S. Waterton Road, Littleton. Contact 303-973-9530 or info@ denveraudubon.org. Go to www.denveraudubon.org. Dance Classes Adventures in Dance presents a number of dance classes in May. The studio is at 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton. Go to www.adventuresindance.com. Following is a list of classes offered in May. Line Dance Aerobics: Learn dances including cowboy cha-cha, electric slide, cupid shuffle and the wobble in a workout format. Class offered on Mondays. Swing, Jive and Rock `n’ Roll: Learn popular club dances to big band ad popular rock music. Class offered on Tuesdays. Learn to Salsa: Class offered on Wednesdays. Foxtrot: Class offered on Thursdays. Medieval dance mini boot camp: Learn to toss the duchess, strip the willow, greensleeves, saltarello and more. Class offered Friday, May 6. Class includes potluck party at the end of class. Social swing dance sampler: Learn popular swing dances at the social swing dance sampler on Friday, May 20 and Friday, May 27. Tuesday Morning Women’s Golf League The Englewood Women’s Golf Association is accepting applications for the 2016 season. The women play Tuesday mornings at Broken Tee Englewood golf course. Contact the membership chair for information, ewga18@gmail.com.
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Backyard Homesteading Fair Learn basic heirloom skills for sustainable city living at the backyard homesteading fair, a Douglas County Libraries series that kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Fair will focus on backyard chicken keeping, gardening, green cleaning, beekeeping, goat’s milk lotion, quilting and more. No registration needed. Contact 303-791-7323 or DouglasCountyLibraries.org. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
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Goalie gets a kick out of success
Jenna Lowe, a Ponderosa tennis player, plays No. 3 doubles with Anna Armstrong. Ponderosa’s four doubles teams are 41-3 this season. Photos by Jim Benton
Ponderosa having double fun this season Mustangs doubles pairs help team compile 6-1 dual meet record By Jim Benton jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com Alyssa Lowe and her twin sister Jenna play doubles for the Ponderosa girls tennis team. However, the junior sisters are not doubles partners. “I have played doubles with my sister,” said Alyssa. “It didn’t work out as well. It was a sibling rivalry kind of thing. We kind of beat each other up on the court. A lot of people ask about us because we don’t look very much alike. “We talk about tennis at home. We talk with our parents, too. My mom plays. My dad plays a little bit. So we’re a competitive family.” Alyssa plays No. 2 doubles with junior Madison Smith. The team beat Julia Sanford and Melissa Kerman of Rock Canyon, 6-4, 6-3, in a Continental League dual meet April 14 at the Pinery Country Club. The win was the 11th straight this season for the Alyssa Lowe-Smith duo. There is plenty racket touching between partners during a match. “It’s like a tennis high-five,” said Alyssa. “I like the teamwork involved with doubles. Madison really keeps me pumped up and I like how we are always high-fiving each other and keep each other going. It’s really a good partnership.” Jenna Lowe and her partner, junior Anna Armstrong, downed Rock Canyon’s No. 3 doubles team of Sarah Cree and Isabel Pan, 6-2, 6-3, and the Jenna Lowe-Armstrong duo is also 11-0 this season. Jenna Lowe played with a sore throat against Rock Canyon but still managed to praise Armstrong and echoed the same thoughts on playing doubles as her sister. “They don’t look alike at all,” said Ponderosa coach Lisa Damico about the twins. “I tried to get them to play together and they were `Oh, no we can’t do that.’ The Bryan brothers (twins Bob and Mike) do, so why not? But at the same time, you are always hardest on
Alyssa Lowe, Jenna’s twin sister, also plays doubles for Ponderosa, but they play with separate doubles partners. Alyssa plays with partner Madison Smith, and they defeated Rock Canyon’s Julie Sanford and Melissa Kerman 6-4, 6-3 in a No. 2 doubles match on April 14. family so in order to keep the peace in the family they have different partners and they love their partners.” Ponderosa is 6-1 in Continental League dual meets with the lone loss a 4-3 setback to Mountain Vista on April 5. Five of the six wins have been 7-0 shutouts. Mustangs’ doubles teams have gone 41-3 this season. “Doubles is very important,” confessed Damico. “We’ve got the same teams we’ve had pretty much for three years. The doubles players are pretty seasoned. They are juniors now. We
have one sophomore and one senior.” The one senior is Kaylee Moore who plays No. 4 doubles with Megan Stout. “I love doubles,” said Moore. “You have a feel for working with another teammate. What I like about it, personally, is that I’m not out there by myself. I’m working with somebody else to help cheer me on as much as I will cheer her on. You have to find a way not only to help yourself but you need to find a way to help your partner.” Moore and Stout are 9-2 this season after a 7-5, 6-0 win over Rock Canyon’s Sara Stavaski and Claire Steffe.
Caela McCartney, a sophomore at Ralston Valley, plays the mellophone in the marching band and is a black belt in taekwondo. And she’s one of the Jefferson County League’s leading lacrosse goalies — after only playing in goal for nine games. As a youngster, I tried taekwondo, but for only two weeks. McCartney has been a fixture at the Colorado Taekwondo Institute and it has helped her become a standout goalie. McCartney went out for the team as a freshman. She played in the field until volunteering to play Jim Benton goalie for the final OVERTIME two games of the 2015 junior varsity season. That was a position she liked and with hard work, she has excelled in seven varsity games this season. She leads the league with a 5.7 goals against average and is tied for first with a .500 saves percentage. “Taekwondo has helped,” she said. “In taekwondo, we work on reaction. Like in sparring… you are supposed to react back, and that kind of helps with finding the ball and reacting to it. Goalies have like a crouch position and we use that a lot in taekwondo. That helps with the positioning.” McCartney said her success as a goalie is a little surprising but also credits other players for helping the Mustangs get off to a 6-1 start. “All field players have importance and goalies are more of a backup,” she said. “In my case the defense is really good. If my defense doesn’t block the ball or stop the girl from shooting, then I’m the backup. It’s kind of like being a quarterback in football. I’m there to help direct the defense.” State’s best swimming times Prepswim.co released its team and individual rankings for high school boys swimmers on April 12. Cherry Creek was the second-ranked team in Class 5A behind Fossil Ridge. Arapahoe was fifth, Heritage sixth, Highlands Ranch eighth and Ponderosa ninth. Valor Christian was third in the 4A rankings, with Golden fourth and Wheat Ridge seventh. Several swimmers from the area have turned in the state’s best times. Arapahoe junior Griffin Eiber has the best Class 5A times of 21.12 seconds in the 50-yard freestyle and 46.02 in the 100 freestyle. Michael Hinton, a Heritage senior who will be swimming at Boston College next season, has recorded the top times in the 200- and 500-yard freestyle events with 1:42.22 and 4:43.03 performances. Gabriele Sasia, a senior who swims for Highlands Ranch, has the best 5A 100— yard backstroke time of 50.70 while the 1:54.52 by Heritage senior Patrick Kelly in the 200-yard individual medley is the state’s best time so far. Schultz unbeaten in national tournament Ponderosa freshman Cohlton Schultz, Colorado’s 220-pound state champion in 5A, went 7-0 at the National Wrestling Coaches Association National Scholastic Dual, which concluded April 16 in Crawfordsville, Indiana. He was selected as the co-outstanding wrestler of the meet. Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com
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Area athletes sign to play at next level Staff report
Athletes from across the south metro area signed letters of intent to play sports at the college level on April 13. The following is a partial list of signings as provided to Colorado Community Media: Chaparral: Zach Adams, lacrosse,
Wingate University; Ford Edwards, soccer, Colorado School of Mines; Katie Fox, Track, Hastings College; Jake Graefe, lacrosse, Grand Canyon; Jade Rasmussen, volleyball, Benedictine College; Gabe Romero, football, Colorado Mesa; Michaela Sandeno, swimming, Wheaton College; DJ Shaw, football, Ft. Lewis; Victoria Simpson, volleyball, Laramie
County Community College; Emily Smillie, softball, Wartburg College; Jordan Smith, softball, Northeastern Junior College; Britin Strobel, softball, University of Dallas; Brad Weems, baseball, Trinity University; Emily Moore, softball, Austin Peay. Legend: Connor McCord, basketball, Augustana; Trevor Schaefer, baseball,
Otero Junior College; Rebecca Kholos, soccer, Air Force; Nate Siekierski, la-
crosse, Albany; Brooke Doumer, softball, Iowa Western Community College. Ponderosa: Dane Grounds, baseball, Southern Idaho Community College; Lexi Davis, lacrosse, Longwood.
SPORTS ROUNDUP CHAPARRAL WOLVERINES Baseball Ponderosa 1, Chaparral 2 The Wolverines won their home league game against the Mustangs on April 11. Key players: Reece Hall batted 1.000 with three hits in three at-bats and a triple. Dane Grounds hit a triple and pitcher Chris Mazzini went 6 innings with five strikeouts. Mountain Vista 3, Chaparral 4 The Wolverines won another close league matchup against the Golden Eagles on April 13. Key Players: Mitch Kounkel hit a double
and scored twice and Aaron Hamman had two hits and a run. BOYS LACROSSE ThunderRidge 6, Chaparral 18 The Wolverines tripled their opponent’s score on April 12 in a league game. Key Players: Alek Jacobson scored three goals and goalie Kyle Guthrie made seven saves on 13 shots. Chaparral 9, Pine Creek 3 The visiting Wolverines dominated the
Eagles in a league game on April 15. Key Players: Noah Dahm, Alek Jacobson and Trevor Orndorf each scored three goals. GIRLS LACROSSE Valor Christian 6, Chaparral 17 The Wolverines handily outscored the Eagles in a league matchup on April 12. Key performers: Lexi Davis scored seven goals, Hannah Mill scored four goals and Bridget Larkin had three goals.
TRACK AND FIELD Boys The boys’ team placed 13th out of 55 teams with 26 points at the Pomona Invitational on April 15. Key Players: Ki Jana Phillips finished sixth in the 100 Meter and Blake Karbon finished sixth in the 200 Meter. Girls The girls’ team finished 38th out of 56 teams with 3 points at the Pomona Invitational on April 15. Key Players: Aureon Jennings finished 11th in the 200 Meter and 18th in the 100 Meter.
PONDEROSA MUSTANGS BASEBALL Regis Jesuit 17, Ponderosa 6 The Raiders cleaned up against the Mustangs in the game on April 13. Key Players: Thomas Greene had two hits and two runs and DJ Kidd hit a double. Legend 7, Ponderosa 12 The Mustangs beast the visiting Titans in a rivalry game. Key Players: Dane Grounds hit a home run and pitcher DJ Kidd went all seven innings with eight strikeouts. SOCCER
Ponderosa 0, Douglas County 1 The Mustangs fell to Douglas County in an away contest on April 12. Key Players:Heritage 0, Ponderosa 2 The Mustangs beat visiting Heritage in a convincing win. Key Players: Josie Schroeder and Myah Thornhill each scored for the Mustangs. LACROSSE Woodinville (WA) 9, Ponderosa 1 The Mustangs fell to the out-of-state visitors on April 12. Key Players: No stats were reported. Air Academy 16, Ponderosa 2
The Mustangs dropped a tough one to Air Academy on April 15. Key Players: No stats were reported. TRACK AND FIELD Boys The boys’ team placed 37th out of 55 teams with 6 points at the Pomona Invitational Tournament on April 15. Key Players: Jake McMullen placed sixth in the Pole Vault. Girls The girls’ team placed 34th out of 56 at the tournament with seven points. Key Players: Emma Hake took 16th in the High Jump.
GIRLS TENNIS Douglas County 1, Ponderosa 6 The Mustangs won six straight matches after dropping the opener on April 12. Rock Canyon 0, Ponderosa 7 The Mustangs dominated Rock Canyon in a home match on Aril 14. Key Players: Sydney Waite and Hunter Barker won their doubles match in two sets (6-1, 6-0).
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SPORTS ROUNDUP LUTHERAN LIONS BASEBALL Faith Christian 12, Lutheran 4 The Lions lost a home game to the visiting Eagles in a league matchup on April 12. Key Players: Sean Hyman had three hits, one of them a home run, and Michael Gubanich scored three runs. Denver Science and Tech Stapleton 7, Lutheran 17 Lutheran got back to winning on April 14 with a big victory over the Knights. Key Players: Aaron Holdridge and Tyler Essegian each hit a home run and pitcher Sean Brogan went four innings with nine kills. GIRLS’ SOCCER Kent Denver 0, Lutheran 0 The Lions tied Kent Denver in a conference game on April 12. Key Players: Goalkeeper Carrie
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Black made a save. Sky View Academy 2, Lutheran 1 Visiting Sky View doubled up the Lions on April 14. Key Players: No stats were given for the game. TRACK AND FIELD Boys The boys’ team placed fourth out of 13 teams on April 14 at the R2J Invitational with 97 points. Key Players: Adam Dawson took first in the Discus, Chris Youngs placed first in the 100 Meter and Kent Harris won both the 200 Meter and 400 Meter. Girls The girls’ squad placed 12th out of 13 teams at the R2J Invitational. Key Players: Mary Dyson took fifth place in the 400 Meter and 10th place in the High Jump.
BASEBALL Douglas County 8, Legend 7 The Titans fell to the Huskies in 10 innings at home on April 11. Key performers: Kyle Cardona hit a home run and Trevor Schaefer had three hits in the game. Castle View 7, Legend 6 The Titans lost another close game at home on April 13 to the visiting Sabercats. Key Players: Jordan Stubbings and Taj Mitchell each had two hits and two runs in the game. GIRLS’ SOCCER Douglas County 0, Legend 1 The Titans won a close game at home against their conference rivals. Key Players: Rebecca Kholos had a goal and Madison Cox had the assist. BOYS LACROSSE Legend 11, Douglas County 9 The Titans beat the Huskies in a league matchup on April 12. Key Players: Individual stats were not provided
for this game. Lewis-Palmer 5, Legend 10 Legend beat Lewis-Palmer in the home conference game on April 14. Key Players: Individual stats were not provided for this game. GIRLS’ TENNIS Legend fell 4-3 to Highlands Ranch at their match on April 14. Key Players: Kira Acosta and Chelise Williams won their match in two sets (6-0, 6-2). TRACK AND FIELD BOYS The boys’ team took 22nd out of 55 teams at the Pomona Invitational on April 15 with 13 points. Key Players: Noah Bergford took fifth in the High Jump and Scott Johnson placed fifth in the 1600 Meter. GIRLS The girls’ team placed 12th out of 56 teams with 29 points at the Pomona invitational on April 15. Key Players: Tara Pelton placed fourth in the 200 Meter and fifth in the 100 Meter.
AREA CLUBS Editor’s note: To add or update a club listing, email calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. Political Douglas County Democrats executive committee meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of every month at various sites. Contact Mike Jones at 720-509-9048 or email info@DouglasDemocrats.org. Social-discussion meetings take place in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Parker, Lone Tree and Roxborough. Visit douglasdemocrats. org and click on calendar for more information. Douglas County Libertarian Development Group meets at 6 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at the Rio Grande Restaurant, 9535 Park Meadows Drive. Go to LPDG.org. The group also has a very active Facebook page. In addition, we are also recognized by the State
Libertarian party. Contact Wayne Harlos at 303229-3435.
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Douglas County Republican Women meets at 11 a.m. the third Wednesday each month at the Lone Tree Golf and Hotel. Call Marsha Haeflein at 303-841-4318 or visit www.dcgop.org or www. dcrw.org.
Professional BEST Leads (Businesses Exclusively Supporting Teammates) mets from 7-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Rock Wood Fired Kitchen, 19340 E. Cottonwood Drive, Parker. This is a Leads group on steroids, with 45-plus members and exclusive representation. Call Jeff at 303-717-1492.
Highlands Ranch, Roxborough, and Lone Tree Democrats meet at 7 p.m. the Thursday of every month for topical speakers and lively discussion at the James H. LaRue Library, 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch. Visit www. douglasdemocrats.org for more information. Parker Democrats meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month for discussion of timely topics, led by knowledgeable speakers, at the South Metro Fire Station 45, 16801 Northgate Drive, Parker. Visit www.douglasdemocrats.org
BNI Connections (www.thebniconnections. com) invites business owners to attend its meeting held each Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle. There is no charge to attend a meeting as a guest. Please visit www.thebniconnections.com or contact Jack Rafferty, 303-4142363 or jrafferty@hmbrown.com. Build Business Today, a business networking
group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every first and third Thursday at Johnny Carino’s in Parker. Visit www.buildbusinesstoday.com or call 720840-5526. CERTUS Professional Network meets for its Parker networking event from 9:30-11 a.m. the second Tuesday of the month at Panera Bread, 11290 Twenty Mile Road, Parker. Build your network, grow your business, network less. Our events are structured to connect professionals with the resources, power partners and leaders to expand their business and the business of others. Open to all industries, includes 30 minutes of open networking and organized introductions to the group. Cost: $12 non-CERTUS members at the door. First participants pay half price. RSVP not required. More info about CERTUS™ Professional Network at http://www. CertusNetwork.com.
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Pinwheels are reminder of effort to end child abuse County hotline got more than 3,000 calls last year
By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com Approximately 250 blue pinwheels were planted outside Douglas County’s Human Services Building April 5. As the wind blew, then pinwheels spun,, bringing life to the cause they represent — individuals standing together as a community to help prevent child abuse and neglect. “This garden symbolizes that together we can create a beautiful, caring community that unites against child abuse,” said Douglas County Commissioner and Board Chair Dave Weaver. In 2015, the Douglas County Human Services received over 3,000 calls to its child abuse and neglect hotline. Daniel Makelky, director of Douglas County’s Department of Human Services, attributes the increase in numbers to the community being more aware of what behavior is reportable. “Not only do we recognize that the prevention of child abuse and neglect is helped by greater public awareness and supportive, involved communities,” Weaver said. “We believe everyone in our communities can play a role.”
April is Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month and this is the first time Douglas County has participated in Pinwheels for Prevention — a national campaign that attempts to lay the foundation for healthy growth for all children, working to ensure that child abuse and neglect never occur in the first place. According to research done by the campaign, the likelihood of child abuse and neglect greatly diminishes when the following factors are present: parental resilience, social connections, knowledge of parenting and child development, concrete support in times of need, and children’s social and emotional competence. To better understand child abuse prevention, how to identify the signs and what to do if you believe a child is at risk, visit www.douglas.co.us/community/protective-services/child-protective-services/. “Our primary message to the community is, if you see something, and you’re worried, make the call,” Weaver said. If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call the county hotline at 303-663-6270 or the statewide hotline, 1-844-CO-4-KIDS (1-844-264-5437), which will be routed to Douglas County child protection professionals. Both numbers will reach someone who can help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Douglas County Commissioners David Weaver and Jill Repella planted some of the 250 pinwheels for prevention. Photos by Shanna Fortier
Highlands Ranch Chamber’s
Job & Career Fair! Monday, May 23, 2016
Reserve your booth today! Space is Limited!
The goal for the 2016 national Pinwheels for Prevention campaign is to display over 50,00 pinwheels in Colorado. The Douglas County Human Services Center is home to 250.
Call Colorado Community Media for Reservations and more information
303-566-4100
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Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: RENATE NIXDORF GMBH & CO. KG Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 12/9/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 12/10/2004 Reception No. of DOT: 2004125856 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $30,000,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $30,000,000.00
TION 4 MONUMENTED BY A 2 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE SOUTH 89°30'19" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 5, A DISTANCE OF 5,281.90 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 5 MONUMENTED BY A 2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 33202; THENCE SOUTH 89°08'14" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 2,644.91 FEET TO THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6 MONUMENTED BY A STONE MATCHING MONUMENT RECORDS; THENCE NORTH 00°07'39" EAST, ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 5,240.51 FEET TO THE NORTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6 MONUMENTED BY A 2 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 22088; THENCE NORTH 89°24'48" EAST, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 2,484.13 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 11°18'24", A RADIUS OF 1335.23 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 263.49 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 57°41'21" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 263.06 FEET); THENCE SOUTH 52°02' 09" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 651.65 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 55°15'32" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 412.26 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 62°35'02", A RADIUS OF 1,265.85 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 1382.68 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 79°28'34"EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1,314.97 FEET); THENCE NORTH 81°02'05" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1,141.54 FEET TO A POINT OF NONTANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 50°07'52", A RADIUS OF 1142.75 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 999.85 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 81°36'30" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 968.27 FEET); THENCE SOUTH 71°26'34" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 415.03 FEET TO A POINT OF NONTANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 25°57'29", A RADIUS OF 2408.42 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 1,091.14 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 88°01'55" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1,081.84 FEET); THENCE NORTH 74°13'58" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 480.67 FEET TO A POINT OF NONTANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 20°01'18", A RADIUS OF 1,374.23 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 480.22 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 79°53'13" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 477.78 FEET); THENCE NORTH 89°32'44" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 543.29 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 89°40'01" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 307.11 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 02°43'59", A RADIUS OF 11,639.30 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 555.20 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 85°41'11" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 555.17 FEET) TO A POINT OF NONTANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 24°24'53", A RADIUS OF 2,197.49 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 936.39 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 66°58'35" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 929.33 FEET); THENCE NORTH 52°19'22" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 242.53 FEET; THENCE NORTH 54°06'08"EAST, A DISTANCE OF 556.22 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 32°01'27", A RADIUS OF 1,070.97 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 598.59 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 74°28'22" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 590.83 FEET); THENCE SOUTH 89°30'54"EAST, A DISTANCE OF 314.70 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY OF MOTSENBOCKER ROAD; THENCE SOUTH 00°12'58" WEST, ALONG SAID WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 21.60 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 49,445,608 SQUARE FEET (1,135.11 ACRES), MORE OR LESS. TOGETHER WITH: PARCEL "B" A PARCEL OF LAND BEING A PART OF SECTIONS 4, 8 AND 9, TOWNSHIP 7 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 4; MONUMENTED BY A 3 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 23053; THENCE SOUTH 00°04'10" WEST, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF SAID SECTION 9, A DISTANCE OF 2648.70 FEET TO THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 9 MONUMENTED BY A 3 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE SOUTH 89°45'15" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF SAID SECTION 9, A DISTANCE OF 2640.85 FEET TO THE CENTER QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 9 MONUMENTED BY A 3 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE SOUTH 00°02'31" WEST, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 9, A DISTANCE OF 1329.96 FEET TO THE CENTER SOUTH 1/16TH CORNER OF SAID SECTION 9 MONUMENTED BY A 2 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE SOUTH 89°47'30" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 9, A DISTANCE OF 2658.57 FEET TO THE SOUTH 1/16TH CORNER OF SAID SECTION 9 MONUMENTED BY A 2 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE NORTH 00°04'21" WEST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 9, A DISTANCE OF 1328.03 FEET TO THE WEST QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 9 MONUMENTED BY A 3 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE SOUTH 89°41'40" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 8, A DISTANCE OF 616.01 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHTOF-WAY LINE OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD, THE FOLLOWING SEVEN (7) COURSES: 1) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 11°07'42", A RADIUS OF 1690.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 328.24 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 42°14'20" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 327.73 FEET); 2) NORTH 36°40'28" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 2996.23 FEET; 3) NORTH 38°09'27" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 31.38 FEET; 4) NORTH 38°09'43" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 428.29 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; 5) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 02°11'42", A RADIUS OF 7586.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 290.62 FEET, (CHORD
Public Notices Public Trustees PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0018 To Whom It May Concern: On 1/25/2016 1:09:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: ARTHUR D. FOX AND FRANCES J. FOX Original Beneficiary: MORGAN STANLEY DEAN WITTER CREDIT CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR SEQUOIA HELOC TRUST 2004-1 Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/24/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 2/26/2004 Reception No. of DOT: 2004019768 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $249,999.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $236,104.88 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: THE REAL PROPERTY, TOGETHER WITH IMPROVEMENTS, IF ANY SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS AND STATE OF COLORADO, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 8 STONEGATE FILING 8A COUNTY OF DOUGLAS Which has the address of: 15737 Greenstone Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 3/24/2016 Last Publication: 4/21/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 1/27/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EVE M GRINA Colorado Registration #: 43658 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: Attorney File #: 15-008447 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2016-0018 First Publication: 3/24/2016 Last Publication: 4/21/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2015-0252 To Whom It May Concern: On 10/9/2015 2:28:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: PIVOTAL COLORADO II, LLC Original Beneficiary: TRIPLE M BETEILIGUNGS-GMBH & CO. KG Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: RENATE NIXDORF GMBH & CO. KG Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 12/9/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 12/10/2004 Reception No. of DOT: 2004125856 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $30,000,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $30,000,000.00 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Proceeding with a rezoning of the encumbered property without the lender's consent in violation of Sections 4(b) and 9 of the Deed of Trust and by its failure to make payments on said indebtedness when the same were due and owing, causing the holder of the indebtedness to accelerate the same and declare the same immediately fully due and payable. Affidavit of Scrivener's Error recorded
Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Proceeding with a rezoning of the encumbered property without the lender's consent in violation of Sections 4(b) and 9 of the Deed of Trust and by its failure to make payments on said indebtedness when the same were due and owing, causing the holder of the indebtedness to accelerate the same and declare the same immediately fully due and payable.
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Affidavit of Scrivener's Error recorded 10/6/2015 at Reception # 2015072555 to correct Legal Description of the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: PARCEL "A" A PARCEL OF LAND BEING A PART OF SECTION 33, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST AND A PART OF SECTIONS 4, 5 AND 6, TOWNSHIP 7 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 4, THENCE SOUTH 89°14' 11" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 72.69 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY OF CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD, AS RECORDED IN THE DOUGLAS COUNTY SURVEYOR'S LAND SURVEY PLATS/RIGHT-OFWAY SURVEYS, SURVEY NO. LSP2474, SAID POINT ALSO BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OFWAY OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD THE FOLLOWING TEN (10) COURSES; 1) SOUTH 00°11' 51" W, A DISTANCE OF 83.90 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; 2) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 01° 21' 48", A RADIUS OF 885.12 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 21.06 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 00° 54' 22" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 21.06 FEET); 3) SOUTH 13°45'00" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 317.67 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; 4)ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 05°25'44", A RADIUS OF 787.50 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 74.62 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 17°06' 29" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 74.59 FEET) TO A POINT OF COMPOUND CURVATURE; 5)ALONG THE ARC OF SAID COMPOUND CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 10°11'52", A RADIUS OF 885.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 157.52 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 32°17'16" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 157.31 FEET); 6) SOUTH 52°36'46" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 15.00 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; 7) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 15°50'42", A RADIUS OF 900.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 248.89 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 45°18'33" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 248.10 FEET); 8) SOUTH 53°13'54" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 1,098.00 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; 9) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 27°17'25", A RADIUS OF 1,010.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 481.07 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 39°35'12" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 476.53 FEET) 10) THENCE SOUTH 25°56'29" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 433.56 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF THE PARCEL OF LAND RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 9123329 OF THE AFOREMENTIONED RECORDS; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL THE FOLLOWING TWO (2) COURSES: 1) SOUTH 79°17'10" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 645.52 FEET; 2) NORTH 78°59'45" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 197.27 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4; THENCE SOUTH 00°18'30" WEST, ALONG SAID WEST LINE, A DISTANCE OF 314.72 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID NORTHEAST QUARTER; THENCE SOUTH 00°15'45" WEST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4, A DISTANCE OF 1,041.48 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE ON THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD; T HENCE ALONG THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD THE FOLLOWING SEVEN (7) COURSES: 1) THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 01°48'42", A RADIUS OF 3,761.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 118.92 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 41°10'38" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 118.92 FEET); 2) SOUTH 40°41'00" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 245.65 FEET; 3) SOUTH 42°04'59" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 958.65 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; 4) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 03°07'22", A RADIUS OF 7,692.00 FEET, AND A ARC LENGTH OF 419.24 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 40°31'18" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 419.18 FEET) 5) SOUTH 51°02'23" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 3.00 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; 6) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 02°17'09", A RADIUS OF 7,689.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 306.76 FEET, (CHORD BEARS SOUTH 37°49'02" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 306.71 FEET); 7) SOUTH 38°40'28" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 79.41 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4; THENCE NORTH 89°43'01" WEST, ALONG SAID SECTION LINE, A DISTANCE OF 1,275.59 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 4 MONUMENTED BY A 2 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE SOUTH 89°30'19" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 5, A DISTANCE OF 5,281.90 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 5 MONUMENTED BY A 2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 33202; THENCE SOUTH 89°08'14" WEST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 2,644.91 FEET TO THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6 MONUMENTED BY A STONE MATCHING MONUMENT RECORDS; THENCE NORTH 00°07'39" EAST, ALONG THE CENTER LINE OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 5,240.51 FEET TO THE NORTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 6 MONUMENTED BY A 2 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 22088; THENCE NORTH 89°24'48" EAST, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SEC-
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TION 8, A DISTANCE OF 616.01 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHTOF-WAY LINE OF SAID CROWFOOT VALLEY ROAD, THE FOLLOWING SEVEN (7) COURSES: 1) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 11°07'42", A RADIUS OF 1690.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 328.24 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 42°14'20" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 327.73 FEET); 2) NORTH 36°40'28" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 2996.23 FEET; 3) NORTH 38°09'27" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 31.38 FEET; 4) NORTH 38°09'43" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 428.29 FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE; 5) ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 02°11'42", A RADIUS OF 7586.00 FEET, AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 290.62 FEET, (CHORD BEARS NORTH 40°59'08" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 290.60 FEET); 6) NORTH 42°04'59" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 958.65 FEET; 7) NORTH 43°20'27" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 231.46 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4; THENCE SOUTH 00°15'58" WEST, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4, A DISTANCE OF 1442.11 FEET TO THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 4 MONUMENTED BY A 3 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED: LS 6935; THENCE NORTH 89°46' 09" EAST, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 4, A DISTANCE OF 2642.13 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; CONTAINING 17,428,934 SQUARE FEET (400.11 ACRES), MORE OR LESS. BASIS OF BEARINGS: BEARINGS ARE BASED ON THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 6 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN AS BEARING NORTH 89°52'44" EAST. THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 34 IS MONUMENTED BY A 3" ALUMINUM CAP IN RANGE BOX STAMPED: LS 17666 AND THE SOUTH QUARTER CORNER OF SAID SECTION 34 IS MONUMENTED BY A 3" ALUMINUM CAP IN RANGE BOX STAMPED: LS 22088.
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Which has the address of: Vacant Land, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 3/31/2016 Last Publication: 4/28/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 10/9/2015 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MARTIN D. BEIER Colorado Registration #: 20188 1801 YORK STREET , DENVER, COLORADO 80206 Phone #: (303) 953-3782 Fax #: Attorney File #: FD0105 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2015-0252 First Publication: 3/31/2016 Last Publication: 4/28/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0021 To Whom It May Concern: On 1/28/2016 11:07:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: TIM D HOFF AND THERESA J HOFF Original Beneficiary: COMPASS BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WEST COAST CAPITAL GROUP, INC. 401K PSP, FBO MARCEL WEISE Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 4/5/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 4/24/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006033858 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $107,867.07 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $106,497.46 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: A default in payment required by the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 14, BLOCK 10, CHALLENGER PARK ESTATES, FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 17512 E Pondlilly Drive, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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.
April 22, 2016
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 14, BLOCK 10, CHALLENGER PARK ESTATES, FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or Which has the address of: 17512 E you have been offered and have accepPondlilly Drive, Parker, CO 80134 ted a loss mitigation option (38-38To advertise your public103.2 notices call CRS), you303-566-4100 may file a complaint NOTICE OF SALE with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer FinanThe current holder of the Evidence of Debt cial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) secured by the Deed of Trust described or both. However, the filing of a comherein, has filed written election and deplaint in and of itself will not stop the mand for sale as provided by law and in foreclosure process. said Deed of Trust. First Publication: 4/7/2016 THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given Last Publication: 5/5/2016 that on the first possible sale date (unless Publisher: Douglas County News Press the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at the Public Dated: 2/11/2016 Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle CHRISTINE DUFFY Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public aucDOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee tion to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all inThe name, address and telephone numterest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs bers of the attorney(s) representing the and assigns therein, for the purpose of legal holder of the indebtedness is: paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of JENNIFER ROGERS Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses Colorado Registration #: 34682 of sale and other items allowed by law, 7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, and will deliver to the purchaser a CertificCENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112 ate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If Phone #: (303) 952-6907 the sale date is continued to a later date, Fax #: the deadline to file a notice of intent to Attorney File #: CO-15-698127-JS cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee webIf you believe that your lender or sersite: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustvicer has failed to provide a single ee/ point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even Legal Notice No.: 2016-0031 though you have submitted a comFirst Publication: 4/7/2016 pleted loss mitigation application or Last Publication: 5/5/2016 you have been offered and have accepPublisher: Douglas County News Press ted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer FinanPUBLIC NOTICE cial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a comParker plaint in and of itself will not stop the NOTICE OF SALE foreclosure process. Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0033 First Publication: 3/24/2016 To Whom It May Concern: On 2/10/2016 Last Publication: 4/21/2016 4:15:00 PM the undersigned Public TrustPublisher: Douglas County News Press ee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust deDated: 2/4/2016 scribed below to be recorded in Douglas CHRISTINE DUFFY County. DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
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The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Original Grantor: GEORGE P TSANGARAKIS AND PAULA F TSANGARAKIS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR AURORA LOAN SERVICES INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, AS TRUSTEE FOR NORMANDY MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2015-1 Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 2/24/2003 Recording Date of DOT: 3/4/2003 Reception No. of DOT: 2003028255 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $153,564.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $121,443.62
KAREN J RADAKOVICH Colorado Registration #: 11649 4750 TABLE MESA DRIVE , BOULDER, COLORADO 80305-5575 Phone #: (303) 494-3000 Fax #: (303) 464-6309 Attorney File #: 7190-450/HOFF *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2016-0021 First Publication: 3/24/2016 Last Publication: 4/21/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0031 To Whom It May Concern: On 2/10/2016 4:11:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: DEVIN P MCGINTY AND PAULA E MCGINTY Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR DHI MORTGAGE COMPANY LTD Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION ("FANNIE MAE"), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 9/11/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 9/22/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006081881 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $272,943.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $270,199.77 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 16, BLOCK 2, DOUGLAS 234 FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 11923 South Copper Creek Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 4/7/2016 Last Publication: 5/5/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Pursuant to C.R.S. §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.
The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.
Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 16, BLOCK 2, BRADBURY RANCH SUBDIVISION FILING 2D, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Which has the address of: 16221 W Martingale Dr, Parker, CO 80134
The Deed of Trust was modified by a document recorded in Douglas County on 9/5/2013, Reception number 2013074027. Reason modified and any other modifications: Legal Description. NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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.
If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process. First Publication: 4/7/2016 Last Publication: 5/5/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 2/11/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MONICA KADRMAS Colorado Registration #: 34904 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 350-3711 Fax #: Attorney File #: 9595.000059.F02
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2016-0033 First Publication: 4/7/2016 Last Publication: 5/5/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
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April 22, 2016 Public Trustees PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0039 To Whom It May Concern: On 2/19/2016 3:25:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: JENIFER POPENHAGEN AND RICHARD POPENHAGEN Original Beneficiary: BELLCO CREDIT UNION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BELLCO CREDIT UNION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/16/2007 Recording Date of DOT: 1/26/2007 Reception No. of DOT: 2007007967 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $41,243.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $34,855.88 Pursuant to C.R.S. §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 monthly installment payment(s) due thereunder. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 112, COTTONWOOD NO. 3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 8497 Wheatgrass Circle, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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. If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process.
Fax #: (303) 237-0686 Attorney File #: 585888993 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
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Legal Notice No. 2016-0039 First Publication: 4/14/2016 Last Publication: 5/12/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0043 To Whom It May Concern: On 2/19/2016 3:27:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: GERALD D ABRAM AND MARY F ABRAM Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST COLONY MORTAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/10/2012 Recording Date of DOT: 5/15/2012 Reception No. of DOT: 2012035145 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $370,804.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $349,490.85 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments as required under the Deed of Trust. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 10, BLOCK 3, STONEGATE, FILING NO. 3B, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 10268 Rowlock Way, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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.
EVE M GRINA Colorado Registration #: 43658 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 15-009728
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*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2016-0043 First Publication: 4/14/2016 Last Publication: 5/12/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
PUBLIC NOTICE Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2016-0044 To Whom It May Concern: On 2/23/2016 3:55:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: HERMAN W SALTZ JR AND BETTY J SALTZ Original Beneficiary: INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 8/18/2006 Recording Date of DOT: 10/25/2006 Reception No. of DOT: 2006092165 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $209,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $208,874.87 Pursuant to C.R.S. §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. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 38, BLOCK 1, CLARKE FARMS SUBDIVISION NO. 3, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 10701 Jordan Court, Parker, CO 80134 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of 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 deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. 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.
Dated: 2/22/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
First Publication: 4/14/2016 Last Publication: 5/12/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process.
JOHN A LOBUS Colorado Registration #: 3648 710 KIPLING STREET SUITE 402, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80215 Phone #: (303) 232-5606 Fax #: (303) 237-0686 Attorney File #: 585888993
Dated: 2/22/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
First Publication: 4/21/2016 Last Publication: 5/19/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Dated: 2/24/2016 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee
EVE M GRINA Colorado Registration #: 43658 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 15-009728
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No. 2016-0039 First Publication: 4/14/2016 Last Publication: 5/12/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
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DAVID A. SHORE Colorado Registration #: 19973 5347 S VALENTIA WAY SUITE 100, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 80111 Phone #: (303) 573-1080 Fax #: Attorney File #: 16-00050SH
If you believe that your lender or servicer has failed to provide a single point of contact (38-38-103.1 CRS) or they are still pursuing foreclosure even though you have submitted a completed loss mitigation application or you have been offered and have accepted a loss mitigation option (38-38103.2 CRS), you may file a complaint with the Colorado Attorney General (720-508-6006) or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (855-411-2372) or both. However, the filing of a complaint in and of itself will not stop the foreclosure process.
First Publication: 4/14/2016 Last Publication: 5/12/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Legal Notice No.: 2016-0044 First Publication: 4/21/2016 Last Publication: 5/19/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
Government Legals Public Notice NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the Same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to: OCCUPANT - Abby LLC - Actarus LLC Christopher R Raml, PLS 37973 For and on Behalf of the Town of Castle RockGeorge M Trieste and Michelle Trieste aka George M Trieste & Michelle A Trieste - Jon DeChristopher - Jon DeChristopher and Karla P DeChristopher - LT Income LLC - Mark Stevens, Town Manager c/o Town of Castle Rock - Robert D Hoehn as Attorney for The Meadows Community Association Inc, a Colorado nonprofit corporation c/o Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons LLP - Robert D Hoehn, Reg #10532, Attorney c/o Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons LLP - Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons LLP, Attorneys for The Meadows Community Association Inc c/o Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons LLP - The Meadows Community Association, Inc c/o Management Specialists, Inc - The Meadows Community Association, Inc. a Colorado non profit corporation c/o Management Specialists, Inc Town of Castle Rock - Robert J Slentz, Town Attorney c/o Town of Castle Rock Management Specialists, Inc You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 21st day of October 2010 the then County Treasurer of the County of Douglas, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Abby LLC the following described real estate situate in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, to wit: LOT 12 BLOCK 21 THE MEADOWS #8 0.17 AM/L and said County Treasurer issued a certificate of purchase therefore to Abby LLC. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent* taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2009. That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Jon DeChristopher & Karla P DeChristopher for said year 2009. That on the 3rd day of March 2016 said Abby LLC assigned said certificate of purchase to Actarus LLC. That said Actarus LLC on the 3rd day of March 2016 the present holder of said certificate, has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said Actarus LLC at 1:00 o’clock P.M., on the 28th day of July 2016 unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 6th day of April 2016
STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on May 14, 2016, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and VILLALOBOS CONCRETE, INC. for the 2015 Concrete Pavement Repair Project, Douglas County Project Number CI 2015-004 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said May 14, 2016, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Public Works Engineering Director, with a copy to the Project Engineer, Terry Gruber, Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
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Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Frederick H. Koch, P.E., Public Works Engineering Director. Legal Notice No.: 929040 First Publication: April 14, 2016 Last Publication: April 21, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) #015-16 WEST FIELDS SYNTHETIC TURF AT HIGHLAND HERITAGE REGIONAL PARK The Division of Parks & Trails of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests bids from responsible and qualified firms for the provision of the initial phase of construction for the West Fields at Highland Heritage Regional Park. The IFB documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. IFB documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-mentioned website. While the IFB documents are available electronically, Douglas County cannot accept electronic bid responses. Three (3) copies of your IFB response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “IFB No. 015-16, 2016 West Fields Synthetic Turf at Highland Heritage Regional Park”. Electronic and/or faxed bid responses will not be accepted. Bids will be received until 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, May 12, 2016 by the Douglas County Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Bids will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any bids so received will be returned unopened. Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said bid and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items/services with the successful bidder.
/s/ Diane A. Holbert County Treasurer of Douglas County
Please direct any questions concerning this IFB to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor, 303-660-7434, criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Legal Notice No.: 929012 First Publication: April 14, 2016 Last Publication: April 28, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Legal Notice No.: 929064 First Publication: April 21, 2016 Last Publication: April 21, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PLAN REVIEW – AS NEEDED PUBLIC FINANCIAL CONSULTANT SERVICES
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The Department of Community Development of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests information from responsible qualified firms for the provision of special district financial plan evaluation services.
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The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-mentioned website.
Five (5) copies of your RFQ response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ No. 025-16, Public Finance Consulting” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 4:00 p.m., on Monday, May 16, 2016 by the Douglas County Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.
Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firm.
Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Legal Notice No.: 929066 First Publication: April 21, 2016 Last Publication: April 21, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC INVITATION TO BID
Separate sealed bids for SUMMIT VIEW PARKWAY/WILDCAT RESERVE PARKWAY INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS, DOUGLAS COUNTY PROJECT NUMBER TF2013-022 will be received by the Owner, Douglas County Government, Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104, until Tuesday, May 3, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. This project consists of construction of a new lane with asphalt pavement, curb and gutter, integrated sidewalk with retaining wall, as well as install and reset of new and existing traffic signal equipment. There will also be drainage items, subgrade preparation, signs, striping and erosion control.
The Contract Documents may be examined at the above address after 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 18, 2016, and copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained upon payment of $35.00 for each set. The $35.00 is non-refundable. (Additional charge if mailing is required.)
A PRE-BID CONFERENCE will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at the Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104. The Bid Opening will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2016, at the same address.
The Project includes the following major items and approximate quantities:
• Removal of Curb and Gutter – 740 LF • Hot Mix Asphalt (Grading S)(75)(PG 6422) – 363 TON • Hot Mix Asphalt (Grading SX)(75)(PG 64-22) – 128 TON • Curb and Gutter Type 2 (Section II-B) – 598 LF • Concrete Sidewalk (Special) – 307 LF • Traffic Signal-Light Pole (1-45 Foot Mast Arm) (Install Only) -1 EA
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*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/
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Legal Notice No.: 2016-0043 First Publication: 4/14/2016 Last Publication: 5/12/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2016-0044 First Publication: 4/21/2016 Last Publication: 5/19/2016 Publisher: Douglas County News Press
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NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on May 14, 2016, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and VILLALOBOS CONCRETE, INC. for the 2015 Concrete Pavement Repair Project, Douglas County Project Number CI 2015-004 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said May 14, 2016, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Public Works Engineering Director, with a copy to the Project Engineer, Terry Gruber, Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104.
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NO. 025-16 SPECIAL DISTRICT FINANCIAL PLAN REVIEW – AS NEEDED PUBLIC FINANCIAL CONSULTANT SERVICES
The Department of Community Development of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests information from responsible qualified firms for the provision of special district financial plan evaluation services.
Prior to submitting a Bid Proposal, Bidders shall have received prequalification status (active status) with the Colorado Department of Transportation to bid on individual projects of the size and kind of work as set forth herein.
Any questions on the bidding process may be directed to Neil Sarno, Project Engineer at 303.660.7490.
For Planholder Information, Please Call 303.660.7490 (Front Desk) Legal Notice No.: 929039 First Publication: April 14, 2016 Last Publication: April 21, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-mentioned website.
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Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim.
The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Frederick H. Koch, P.E., Public Works Engineering Director. Legal Notice No.: 929040 First Publication: April 14, 2016 Last Publication: April 21, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
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Five (5) copies of your RFQ response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ No. 025-16, Public Finance Consulting” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 4:00 p.m., on Monday, May 16, 2016 by the Douglas County Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened. Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firm.
Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Legal Notice No.: 929066 First Publication: April 21, 2016 Last Publication: April 21, 2016 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
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