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Creating Community By Connecting Neighbors She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” Mt 1:21

Mead Holiday Celebration Parade of Lights

Saturday, December 7, 2013, 6 pm, Main Street.

Application forms are available at www.townofmead.org.

Tree Lighting

Town Park Tree Lighting following the parade.

Bon Fire

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Mr. & Mrs. Claus

Mr. & Mrs. Claus will be available for Sleigh rides! For more information, contact Janet Torres at 970-535-4477.

Chile Contest

Saturday, December 7, 2013. Red, Green and White categories. Application forms are available at www.townofmead.org. Drop off Chili at Scooterhinge, 333 Main Street, between 2 and 3 pm. Judging will occur between 3:30 and 4:30 pm. For more information, contact Janet Torres at 970-535-4477.

Mead Veterans Flag Dedication

The Mead Veterans Flag Dedication Ceremony was held at the Mead Ponds on Welker Ave. The Mead Rotary Club, Rotary District 5450, CPS & Sons, the Mead Community Foundation and the Town of Mead jointly funded the project. The Mead Rotary Club and local business CPS & Sons volunteered the time to construct the project. With the assistance of the Longmont American Legion Post 32, the flags of the five branches of service were raised along with the Colorado and US flags against the background of the Pledge of Allegiance, the American Legion bugler and a seven member gun salute honor guard on a beautiful Colorado day. Pictures (go page M4) were taken by Dan Dean, Mead Town Manager.

Debra Bancroft Mead’s Woman of Many Talents

By Peggy Blewett Debra was born in the deep south of Alabama and her father was in the Railroad industry so they moved frequently. She has lived in Alabama, Florida, Texas, Ohio, and New Orleans, Louisiana from birth until her marriage to David. Sometime after the birth of their two children, Debra and David moved to California, where they lived for twenty years. Then, in 2007, they decided to retire and resettle in Mead, Colorado. Debra retired from the Antioch Unified School District after

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zz My how the year 2013 has quickly passed. Here we are only a few days from the holidays and New Years. Which reminds me that the town Christmas celebration in on Saturday, December 7. This is one of the signature events Test Coolant for the Town of Mead and is planned and executed by the volunteer Parks and Check Fluids Recreation Committee. For those of you thinking of entering the chili contest…

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12/31/13 New Customers Only not valid w/other offers Valid up to $100 discount lighting. Don’t miss the bon fire that immediately follows the tree lighting and is at the south end of Main Street. zz Winter in Colorado obviously brings snow and our excellent Public Engine tune-up & oil changes Custom wheel alignment Works Department has prepared the equipment for clearing the white stuff Radiator flush & every fluid Brakes & power steering AC Repair from our roads. We can all give them a hand while we clear our driveways and Committed to Ethical Repair Services sidewalks by placing that valuable moisture on our lawns and not in the street.

Transmission & differential 13730 Deere Ct. • SE Corner Hwy 66 & I-25 If the snow is shoveled into the street it is just packed down by the cars into a dangerous ice patch that really takes a long time to melt.

Longmont 80504 zz A resident of the Feather Ridge subdivision pointed out a potential M-F 7:30a to 5:30p carbonvalleygarage@gmail.com Your Home Town Auto Repair Solution deficiency on the Third Street bridge just south of WCR 34.5. Public Works understood the problem and constructed a 10 foot pedestrian guard rail and installed it. You can see photos of this work on the town web site. This will assure a safer passage along Third Street, particularly for any children riding their bikes to school. zz Along the same lines of protecting our children on their way to and The Town of Mead is looking for a new tag line to from school the Town Board voted to start construction of a sidewalk/trail from First go along with the new logo. Our current tag line is “A Street to Third Street along Welker Avenue. This hopefully will shorten the distance Little Town With A Big Future.” To get your creative to school and give them a safer place to travel without getting into the road bed. thoughts going, we have had a couple of suggestions: You may have noticed the construction of some new flag poles at the Veterans Memorial at the Mead Ponds. Thank you to a significant contribution from the • A Community With A View and A Vision Mead Rotary the Memorial will now sport flag poles so that each branch of the • The Place To Be We plan on reviewing all suggestions and will armed services can fly their distinct colors. A wonderful dedication ceremony was provide the community with a chance to vote on their conducted for the new flag poles. zz A number of you have asked me about the progress on the town hall favorite from the top three to five suggestions. To submit a suggestion, bring it by the Temporary Town renovation. No, it is not moving as fast as we had hoped but by the time you read Hall, 4155 Mulligan Dr., or send your idea to lmartin@ this the steel should have arrived and been partially erected. That event should usher in the capability to start the outer walls and then things should move quickly townofmead.org by Monday, December 16, 2013. from there. Of course once the structure is enclosed there will be work going on Of the 2759 registered voters, a total of 1270 votes were inside that will not be visible from the street. I can tell you that your town manager, cast. 572 voted yes and 698 voted no. The question failed.

Dan Dean, and I meet weekly on site with the construction firm. zz This past November election did see a number of adjoining communities raise their tax rates, but definitely not in Mead. This now gives us the economic All businesses, whether home-based or within Remember to shovel snow off sidewalks within 24 hours advantage to attract new businesses, and employment, by having the lowest sales standalone facilities, should submit a renewal form after it stops snowing! with the annual $15 fee to the Town by December tax rate in the area. The town has issued over 229 business licenses so far in 2013 31, 2013. Forms can be obtained at Town Hall or and it does not stop there. It does give me a great pleasure to welcome a new by downloading the form at www.townofmead.org business to our area by the name of Blue Jet who will be located in the business Mead Western Meadows Park, Sat, Dec. 14 from 5 to 7 under “Licenses & Forms.” Every business licensed park. We do have several other businesses that recognize our strategic location pm. Sponsored by Dina Schmitt of Remax – 303-709-7814. in the Town receives a free listing in the Mead Business and the we are “open for business” moto. We are in active discussions with them. zz As the year draws quickly to a close I want to wish you all a safe and joyful Directory. The directory is mailed to each resident and to each business located within the Town of Mead. For holiday and a Happy New Year. It has been my privilege to serve you this past year and I It is time again to start watching the amount of water more information, contact Linda Martin at 970-535-4477. sincerely thank you for the opportunity. Please drive carefully, particularly when the roads are slick and watch out for the children that might think the roads are a great place to sled. that you are using in your household! 2014 sewer rates zz If you have any thoughts on how we can potentially improve the town are based on the average of the readings collected from the services to you, or you have any other concerns, please communicate with either Little Thompson Water District during the usage months of Holiday Food Baskets available for pick up on December, January and February. Typically, these months Saturday, Dec. 14 from 9:30 am to noon. You must call me or one of your elected town trustees. We will answer your phone calls or emails. have the lowest usage and reflects primarily the indoor uses. ahead to order your basket. Contact Diane or Laree at As always, particularly at this time of the year, please keep the men and women protecting our freedom in your prayers. Go Broncos and Semper Fi !

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Time to Renew Your Town Dog and Cat Licenses!

Licensing is due by 12/31/2013. Contact AJ Enders, Code Enforcement Officer, at 970-535-4477 for more information.

Special Pet Vaccination Clinic and License Renewal

Saturday, December 7, 2013, at Agfinity (Welker and 3rd St), 9:30 am to 2 pm. You will need a copy of the vaccination papers to attach to the pet license application to obtain a pet tag.

Holiday House Decorating Contest

Deadline is Dec. 3. Judging will be on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013.

Winners will be awarded at the Holiday Tree Lighting on Dec. 7. Prizes awarded for 1st and 2nd place in Standard Lot size and Large Lot size divisions. There is no cost to enter but you must register to enter. Application forms are available at www.townofmead.org. Contact Janet Torres at 970-5354477 for more information.

Mead High School Performing Arts Give Back Holiday Concert

Two night Holiday Gala performance featuring nine different performing ensembles to benefit the Town of Mead Food Bank, MHS Angels, and MHS Performing Arts. Thursday, Dec 12 and Friday, Dec. 13 at 6:30 pm in the MHS Auditorium. All concert goers will need a ticket plus a non-perishable food item to get in the door. MHS Angels will host a silent auction prior to the show and during intermission. Adults: $10, Students/Senior Citizens: $5, Children under 5: Free. Tickets available at Mead High School front office or call Pam Long at 720-494-3940.

Town of Mead Open Gym

Sundays Evenings from 5:30p.m.-7:00p.m.

At Mead Middle School Participants under the age of 16 are must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact the Town of Mead at 970-535-4477.

Donations of food or money for the Mead Food Bank can be dropped off at the Temporary Mead Town Hall, 4155 Mulligan Dr, 7:30 am to 5 pm, Monday – Friday.

Monetary donations should be made payable to the Mead Food Bank and can be mailed to P.O. Box 404, Mead, CO 80542.

Seniors Activities

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The Mead Rotary Club meets every Friday morning at 7:00 am at 4311 Hwy 66 (Rocky Mountain Building, just north of the 7-11).

Recent Break-ins and Thefts

We suggest the following to reduce your susceptibility to thefts: • Lock your cars and home • Never leave your keys in the car • Never leave valuables in view within your car • Close and lock your garage doors • Leave front and rear porch lights on at night

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The Seniors have the following monthly field trips and activities, scheduled by Barbara Currie, the Senior Coordinator for the Town of Mead.

The Seniors exercise class meets on Monday's and Wednesday's from 9:00a.m. to 9:45a.m. at the Town Hall.

Senior Lunch is held weekly at noon on Thursday at Town Hall. Please call Barbara Currie at 303-6788531 by Tuesday to reserve a lunch for Thursday. The recommended senior donation for lunch is $3.00 per person.

The Senior Book Club continues to meet on the third Tuesday of the month. Contact Barbara Currie at 303-678-8531 for information regarding the current selection.

For more info call Barbara Currie at 303-678-8531.

Mark Your Calendars

Dec. 3 – Deadline for Holiday Home Decorating Contest Entries – 970-535-4477 Dec. 4 – Deadline for Parade of Lights Registration, 970535-4477 The Town of Mead would love for folks to "like" us on Dec. 4 – Mead Area Chamber of Commerce Holiday Facebook - www.facebook.com/townofmead Feast, 5:30 pm (RSVP to tiffany@meadchamberofcommerce. com) Dec. 6 – Judging of Holiday Home Decorating Contest, 6 to 8 pm Dec. 9 to 16 – The Giving Tree will be available at Town Hall, 4155 Mulligan Dr. – 970-535-4477 Dec. 14 – Mead Seniors Holiday Luncheon, 1 pm, Doubletree Restaurant, 970-535-0311 Platteville – 970-302-1255 www.alcworshipwarriors.org Dec. 14 – Mead Community Food Bank Christmas Dinner Boxes distributed to those in need, 9:30 am to noon, 970-5354439 (must call ahead) Abundant Life Church Dec. 21 – Candlelight Sunday Service at 10am Christmas Program, Historic 4380 Highway 66, 1/3 mile east of I-25 Highlandlake Church, 16896 Longmont, CO 80504 WCR 5, 970-535-4936.

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The Town of Mead Recreation Mead Street Dept. is offering a day camp for the kids on Dec. 20. Just $15 per child Hwy 66 ages 5-12 for the day from 9a to 3p.

Mon-Thurs 8a to 10p • Fri & Sat 8a to 11p • Sun 9a to 9p Register early for a day at the 4327 Hwy 66/Mead St. at I-25 • (970)535-0887 Mead Owned & Operated Camelot Building at 4075 Camelot Cir. Registration deadline is Dec. 18.

CLOSED Christmas Day It’s the most wonderful time of the year… yet there is so much to be (sale items are limited to in stock. done and the kiddos are out of school not responsible for misprints or errors) already! Drop your children off with us for a fun filled day of games, prizes, holiday crafts, a mug from Pottery Perfection, hot chocolate and snacks, while you have some time to do what you need to do! We must have at least 12 children to run this class. Lunch will be provided.

By Peggy Blewett ~ Answers on Page M4 Application forms are available at www.townofmead.org by clicking on the snowflake.

For more information contact Janet Torres at 970-535-4477.

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Once again the M.A.C.C. will be having its Annual Holiday Feast instead of holding a Business-After-Hours Event for the month of December. The Holiday Feast will take place on December 7th from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the home of Lane and Tamie Newby.

Invitations will be sent out in November.

Members and guests will need to R.S.V.P. to attend. Those attending the Holiday Feast should bring a side dish or dessert, a signup form will be sent out and posted on the website in November.

Also at the Holiday Feast there will be a White Elephant Gift Exchange. Attendees will need to bring a White Elephant Gift that costs around $25.

For more details on the Holiday Feast, please contact Tiffany Holcomb.

M.A.C.C. Volunteers Needed

The M.A.C.C. is in need of members to assist with the following committess and projects: • Summer Festival Planning - Plan the details and organize the Summer Festival for 2014 • Outreach Ambassador Committee - Organize date and volunteers to visit businesses in the Mead Area, provide information about the community, the Chamber and answer questions • NEW Special Event Committee - Thanks to one of the Chamber Board Members, "Cathy Mosciski" the Chamber now has a new idea for a community event.

This event is in the beginning stages, a committee will need to be created to organize different aspects of this event including: ;;Food & Beverages ;;Sponsors & Donations ;;Public Relations & Marketing ;;Talent ;;Ticket Sales ;;Prizes ;;Contests ;;Misc.

The chamber needs your support. If you are interested in assisting please contact Tiffany Holcomb.

Board Meetings

The monthly Board meetings will now be hosted at Ranchero's on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

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• December 4th - M.A.C.C. Board Meeting @ Ranchero's (5:30 p.m.)

• December 4th - M.A.C.C. Holiday Feast @ The Newby's House (3:00 - 6:00 p.m.) The Holiday Feast will include dinner, dessert, drinks and a gift exchange. Please bring a side dish or dessert and a white elephant gift ($25).

For more information please contact the Mead Area Chamber of Commerce.

• December 19th - Downtown Revitalization Committee Meeting (6:00 p.m.)

New Members

The M.A.C.C. is pleased to announce that the following organizations have recently joined the Chamber: • Turner Automotive • Long's Insurance Agency, Inc.

Chamber Perks

The M.A.C.C. has many new perks and benefits to offer members, which include: • Ability to post deals and specials on the Shop Local Deals page.

• Ability to post job openings on the Job Posting page.

• Opportunity to host or co-host B.A.H. events.

• 25% Discount for Constant Contact services.

• Free ad & feature article in the Consumer Report of Mead for all NEW Chamber Members.

• Various Advertising and Sponsorship Opportunities

EmbroidMe in Mead

On December 1, EmbroidMe will be closing the storefront in Longmont. This move has been planned for over a year after it became clear that many of their larger clients simply ordered over the phone. The overhead to maintain a retail storefront simply no longer made sense.

The new company is called the Rosneck Promotion Agency http://www.rosneckpromo. com and will be operated out of the owner, Mark Rosneck's home for the time being. With all the same equipment and capabilities.

Mark has also been asked to do consulting for some of his clients but has been hesitant since he had the storefront to run. This move allows him to take on promotional product consulting engagements for tradeshows and so forth.

If you have questions, please give Mark a call. Rosneck Promotions at 303. 834.0310 or email at mark@rosneckpromo.com.

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From the Mead Beet

The Mead Area Chamber of Commerce presenting a check for $980.79 to Frank Buck, Athletic Director for Mead High during half time of the Mead vs. Skyline football game. Mead went on to beat Skyline 38-8. Bill Meier, of United Power, is an active member of the Chamber.

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Bring your children to sit with Santa. Bring a camera! He’ll be in Mead on Saturday, December 14, 5-7pm at Western Meadows Park. Dina Schmitt will be taking pictures too, and she can email them to you if you’d like!

All birthdays, births, feature articles and other announcements are FREE. Deadline is the 15th of each month for the next month's issue of the Consumer Report of Mead. If you are a Mead business owner and want more information, please contact us for feature stories and advertising opportunities at carbonvalley@gmail. com. You can also call 303.833.5997 but email is faster!

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18 years has a high school secretary. ! u r The school had 3200 students…which h T Drivewas the population of Mead at the time of their arrival in 2007.

Debra has been married to her husband David for the past thirty-nine We have years. Their two grown children live in 10% OFF in-store specials!

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4327 Hwy 66/Mead St. at I-25 • (970)535-0887 After the dust settled from the Mead Owned & Operated move, the only people Debra knew were her in-laws. Wanting to get out of the house and meet more people, Debra started her first home based business as an Avon Consultant. Many of her Avon clientele order online but Debra still enjoys offering personal service to other long-time customers from the Mead and Longmont areas. Many of them have been with her from the beginning. Over the years, Avon has changed a lot.

They don’t just sell beauty products anymore but also children’s and adult clothing, fragrances, jewelry and house wares!

While working on her Avon business Debra was drawn back into the school district as a substitute for the St. Vrain school district. She serves as a clerical sub at school sites and in the district office. And if that wasn’t enough she was appointed to the Planning Commission for the town of Mead in 2009. Then in 2011, she ran for Town trustee for the town of Mead and won one of the positions. She is also very active with the Mead Chamber of Commerce.

Then in January 2013, she wanted to expand her online business ventures so she started consulting for two additional companies; Thirty-One Gifts and Simply Said Designs.

These types of businesses have enabled Debra to put into practice her motto for life. She says, “I try to live life to the fullest and have learned that it doesn’t matter where you make your home….you will find wonderful and caring people in your community!! You just have to reach out and get to know them!”

Thirty-One Gifts sell exclusive, on-trend, stylish and practical handbags, fashion accessories, totes, and organizing solutions with or without personalization.

Their mission is to Celebrate, Encourage and Reward women. Cindy Monroe created the company to provide an opportunity for women to achieve financial freedom, find personal fulfillment and realize their dreams through becoming successful business owners.

Debra loves to decorate and construct her own creations and Simply Said Designs offered everything she needed. She realized she could help others through her business. Her clients include businesses and individuals. Debra enjoys helping them feel great about what they create for themselves. You can use Simply

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Occasionally she offers design classes for those wanting to learn how to apply Simply Said Vinyl’s and take their creations home with them. Simply Said Designs also enables you to create custom treasures using your own photographs or wording. If you would like to see some Simply Said Vinyl’s then stop by Rancheros Restaurant and be sure to notice the tile sign that stands on a display by their entrance. Debra also added the Welcome sign to their door. The owner loved Simply Said so much that she also ordered vinyl for her home and for gifts.

You can find all three of Debra’s home based businesses online. There you can view the catalogs and place your order. With Thirty-One and Simply Said, Debra offers Hostess parties which can be held at the Hostess’ home or wherever you choose. Debra takes care of the invitations and creates a Theme Party of her choice. This is a great way to get ladies together for a fun evening with friends! Catalog parties can also be given by a hostess as well as an Online catalog Party. Parties allow the Hostess to earn rewards and free products depending on how much she sells at her party. Individual Orders are also welcome.

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The special for the month of December will be: Thirty-One – For every $35 spent November 27 – December 20th you can get one of 5 styles (Perfect Bottle Thermal, Tote a Tablet, Perfect Pet Leash, Littles CarryAll Caddy and Every-Day Wristlet) for $5.00. Place your order by December 10th to ensure delivery before Christmas.

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