MCR December 2015

303.833.5997 ● crofmead@gmail.com POB 962 ● Frederick, CO 80530

of Mead

FREE

FREE

Serving Mead, Colorado Since 2013

www.meadnews.com

www.facebook.com/consumerreportofmead

Volume 3  Issue 11  December 2015  Publication #35 Serving the Town of Mead and Surrounding Areas. Your Monthly Connection to Community News & Events www.facebook.com/ConsumerReportofMead  Like us for FREE prizes & local updates

Creating Community By Connecting Neighbors Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her!

Luke 1:45

Veteran's Day Memorial Service Raises a New Flag and Hope for Our Nation's Missing and Gone

Flag Dedication at Mead Ponds Speech given by Chief Master Sergeant James B. Whitlow Jr.

G

ood Morning and thank you for attending this ceremony. I would like to start off by saying how proud I am of this town and the people represented here today to memorialize our war heroes and Veterans.

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in the First World War, then known as “the Great War.” Commemorated as Armistice Day beginning the following year, November 11th became a legal federal holiday in the United States in 1938. In the aftermath of World War II and the Korean War, Armistice Day became Veterans Day, a holiday dedicated to American veterans of all wars.

Unlike other countries or past US militaries todays Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force and Coastguard are an all volunteer force.

The flag being dedicated today represents the POWs or Missing in Action but not forgotten men and women of the armed forces.

The following numbers are just from five wars or conflicts where our brother’s in arms are still unaccounted for: Our men and women of the military and our first responders all have unique jobs that require family to sacrifice on our behalves. When duty calls and we either have to deploy or respond it is much harder on the families. We have a mission and task that drives us, keeps us focused and keeps our minds busy.

The families only have those around them that are willing to spend the time to help. As the stone on the freedom memorial states,

“Freedom is not Free”

Veterans proudly raising a newly dedicated flag honoring their brothers, and sisters, in arms.

Each of the POW/MIAs, those who have served before, the first responders and the current members of the armed forces writes a check payable to the citizens of the United States. The only difference is on the payment amount line it is blank and chargeable up to the amount our own lives.

In closing I would like again to thank each and every one of you that has taken the time to support this memorial for our men and women of the Armed Forces.

Prisoners Of War Missing In Action World War 1:

7,470

World War 2: 73,515 Korean War: 7,832 Vietnam War: 1,626 Iraq and Other Conflicts: 6

Chief Master Sergeant James B. Whitlow Jr. The current Command Chief Master Sergeant of the Colorado Air National Guard. As the Command Chief, he advises the commander on matters impacting the enlisted force such as proper utilization of personnel, quality of enlisted leadership, management/supervisor training, operations tempo and quality of life. He has responsibility to monitor compliance with Air National Guard and Air Force standards including those standards governing conduct, performance, appearance and professional military education; serve on advisory councils; work to ensure a close relationship with the local community.

IT’S TIME TO GO ORGANIC

14170 County Rd 7 Micah Silva, 25 yrs experience Health Hair Designer Just 1 mile W of I-25 303-875-1781 and N of Hwy 66 www.studio7organics.com  Join Us on Facebook Mead 80542

Off HWY 66 & I-25 • Dr. John Andrews State-of-the-art Facility  Boarding  Dentistry  Pharmacy  X-rays

$20 Voucher with $100 Gift Certificate Not valid w/other offers • Exp. Dec. 31, 2015 Coupon Required • Limit one per customer

Studio 7 Organic Salon is a leading innovator in health-conscious beauty.

We offer ammonia-free, non-toxic hair color, tanning, and natural organic products that fit your lifestyle— renew and nurture your sense of well-being.

15% OFF ANY

Holiday Product Kit Not valid w/other offers • Exp. Dec. 31, 2015 Coupon Required • Limit one per customer

Add a BROW WAX

to Any Service $10 (reg. $18-$25)

HAIR DESIGN  ORGANIC COLORING  HYDRATING AIRBRUSH TANNING  PRODUCTS  WAXING

Not valid w/other offers • Exp. Dec. 31, 2015 Coupon Required • Limit one per customer

www.meadvetmedcenter.com www.facebook.com/meadvetmedcenter Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9-5 & Saturdays 8-4

Page M2

The Consumer Report of Mead—Bringing Residents Information About Area Businesses

Vol. 3, Issue 11

A LETTER FROM MAYOR GARY SHIELDS Join Us for Mead's Happy Holiday Festivities!

Dear Residents, I hope that you have all enjoyed awonderful Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends!

Now, as the frenzied month of December begins, I further hope that you are able to reflect upon the many blessings in your life and to find some quiet and personal opportunities to let the special people in your life know how much you appreciate and love them.

There are so many distractions in the world lately and it does not appear that there will be a short term solution to the many problems we are facing. In my opinion and as these problems continue, it will be more important than ever to acknowledge those who bring peace, love, joy and happiness to our lives.

With that being said, I would like to remind

you of a few local opportunities that will allow you to spend time with friends and family and possibly to create special holiday memories at the same time.

The annual Chili Cook Off and Tree Lighting Celebration on December 5th. These festivities begin at 2 pm and continue to approximately 7-8 pm. Our Events Committee has been hard at work planning this event and there is sure to be something for every member of the family to enjoy. Details of the event can be found in the December issue of the Mead Messenger or on the town website, www.townofmead.org.

Also, if you are looking for ways to give back and get engaged in the holiday season, I would like to encourage you to consider participating in the Town of Mead Giving Tree and/or the Mead Community Food Bank.

Information about these local opportunities can be obtained by calling the Town Hall

CJ's Invites Bud Girls for Mead Unified Sports Fundraiser on December 18th

(970-535-4477) or the Mead Community Food Bank (970-535-4439). Your consideration of these local opportunities is greatly appreciated.

Merry Christmas, Gary Shields, Town of Mead Mayor

GO Mead Mead Mavericks!

Mavericks!

HOOP SEASON IS HERE!

The Board of Trustee, Planning Commission and Committee meetings are all open to the public. Agendas for the meetings are posted and can be viewed on the Town website www.townofmead.org Photo courtesy of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation FB page

On

December 18th, CJ’s Liquor at 3907 Hwy 119 & I-25, has invited the Bud Girls to join them in a fundraiser for the Mead Unified Sports program.

CJ’s will donate $1 for every case of Bud and Bud Light, 16oz, 12-pk. bottles, sold between three and six p.m. that day.

The Mead Unified Sports team recently ran in the Special Olympics Unified Relay Across America where each member running was able to carry the torch for a portion of the relay.

See their ad on page 18.

Rotary Club of Mead Cordially Invites You to Our

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA December 19 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

At Mead Town Hall MENU

Dasher’s Danishes Dancer’s Doughnuts Prancer Pancakes Vixen’s Variety Fruits Comet’s Coffee/Tea Cupid’s Whip Cream Donner’s Delicious Eggs Blitzen’s Bacon Rudolf’s Ready Hot Coco

ACTIVITIES Letters to Santa and Gingerbread House Decorating

EVENT FEE: Adults-$5.00 Children-$3.00 UNDER 3 -FREE

Please R.S.V.P. by December 10th for Breakfast with Santa at havebreakfastwithsanta@gmail.com.

Crane Family Fundraiser at Black Canyon Distillery Holiday Open House & Bake Sale December 5 11am-8pm 13710 Deere Court, Longmont (Mead) Bake Sale & Money Tree to Benefit the Crane family.

If you would like to donate baked items, please have them at the distillery by 11am.

South Philly Cheesesteaks will be in the parking lot cooking up some great eats!!

Isaac Crane has SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). Given this diagnosis, Jenna, Isaac’s mom, quit her job to stay at home with him full time. This enables Jenna to share her precious moments with Isaac, who requires 24 hour care. Jeremiah, Isaac’s dad, was already a stay at home dad for Isaac and their 3 year old daughter Natalie. While it has been a blessing to be with Isaac as much as possible, it has come with financial hardship. The community, their church, friends and family have been a huge support. The family is grateful to everyone who has donated time, money, food and prayer! They have needed all.

Mead: Helping One of Their Own

Vol. 3, Issue 11

The Consumer Report of Mead—Like us at Facebook.com/ConsumerReportofMead

Page M3

What's Happening DECEMBER 1 Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 2 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room Mead Chamber of Commerce Christmas Party 6:00pm Rocky Mountain Saloon 3 Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 5 Crane Family Holiday Open House & Bake Sale 11am-8pm Black Canyon Distillery Town of Mead Holiday Celebration See Flyer page M2 6 Open Gym 5:30-7pm Mead Middle School 7 Youth Basketball Practice Starts Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 8 Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 9 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 10 Senior Lunch and Fellowship 11:45am Town Hall Community Room Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 13 Open Gym 5:30-7pm Mead Middle School 14 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 15 House Decorating Contest Entry Deadline Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 16 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 17 Senior Lunch and Fellowship 11:45am Town Hall Community Room Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 18 House Decorating Contest Winner Announced 20 Open Gym 5:30-7pm Mead Middle School 21 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 22 Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 23 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 24 Senior Lunch and Fellowship 11:45am Town Hall Community Room Yoga ($4) 5:15-6:15pm Town Hall Community Room Participants need to be ready to go at 5:15 25 Merry Christmas!

27 Open Gym 5:30-7pm Mead Middle School 28 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 30 Senior Exercise Class (Free) 9-9:45am Town Hall Community Room 31 New Year’s Eve

When the mobile customer searches, help them to find you!

Mention the Consumer Report

to save 25% on your Mobile Visibility package.

Call today!

(303) 396-8839

Mountain View Fire Rescue Investigator Receives High Honor

M

ountain View Fire Rescue is proud to congratulate Senior Investigator John Bohn who was awarded the 2015 CIAAI Investigator of the Year Award. This honor was awarded during the Annual Training Conference of the International Association of Arson Investigators- Colorado Chapter.

Bohn was nominated by Chris Forkner, President of CIAAI and a member of the National Response Team for the ATF. Forkner states in his nomination, “This nomination does not involve a single specific case or fire scene worked by John, but is a nomination based on John’s career long dedication to fire investigation, his team work, his eagerness to continue to learn, his leadership, and his friendship.”

Bohn’s dedication and leadership has been instrumental in effective and efficient investigations in Boulder and Weld Counties.

He is consistently training and helping others understand the importance of the investigation process. Forkner also states, “John is the epitome of an engaged and dedicated fire investigator.”

Lower ISO Rating Means An Increase In Local Security

CIAA First Vice President Todd Hedglin, Senior Investigator John Bohn, CIAA President Chris Forkner.

FEEL LIKE YOU ARE LOSING AT LIFE?

As

of September 1, 2015, Mountain View Fire Rescue received a 2/8B rating from the Insurance Service Office (ISO). An ISO score is given on a scale from 1-10 and it is used to determine how much risk there is in a community. The lower the score, the less risk there is. This isn’t an easy task to undertake and many times it involves purchasing new apparatus or equipment and increasing or adding new trainings.

Fire Chief Mark Lawley states, “Continuing to lower our score helps with our priority of lowering risk District-wide, and it also helps the Towns and City within our District in pursuing economic development to enhance their communities.”

A lower ISO score is a factor which can help entice business owners, contemplating locating their business within a Town or City, who would consider

Doesn’t have to be this way!!!

Abundant Life Church

Are you visible to the mobile customer who just discovered they need you,

?

like right now

Don’t get lost in a GPS fog!

Multi Channel Marketing 303.396.8839

invites you to join us on Christmas Eve for a Special Candlelight service at 7:00pm Sunday Worship –10:00 a.m. www.alcworshipwarriors.org (3/10 mile east of I-25 on Highway 66 South Side)

Page M4

The Consumer Report of Mead—Bringing Residents Information About Area Businesses

Vol. 3, Issue 11

Eulogy to Our Loved Ones

Obituaries, Memorial Messages & photos are always FREE in our publications~ Please tell the funeral home or e-mail to carbonvalley@gmail.com.

Because we are a monthly paper, most funeral dates will be past. You may post funeral service information at www.facebook.com/CarbonValleyConsumerReport and we will share with the community.

Nathan Stauffer Webb

March 7, 1975 - October 28, 2015

Six words that describe the life of Nathan are: Adventurous, Brilliant, Inspiring, Humorous, Spiritual, and always, Kind.

Nathan Stauffer Webb was born March 7, 1975 in Dallas, Texas to Udell K. and LeAnn Stauffer Webb. There came a strong impression to his mother at the time of his birth that he was an extraordinary individual. At the time of his birth his father was attending Baylor college of Dentistry in Dallas. Nathan was a very congenial child and enjoyed many friends.

His experience at school and home was a happy one. Nathan was flexible, relaxed, and an uplifting force in his family. When he was ten years old, his family moved to St. George, Utah. He quickly made many new friends. When Nathan was a teenager his father bought a boat. He then asked Nathan, “Did I do the right thing?” Nathan quickly and emphatically answered, “Yes!” Nathan loved boating, water-skiing, knee-boarding, and he even learned how to water-ski on his bare feet. He also loved snowskiing, snow-boarding, 4-wheeling, dirtbiking, kite flying, swimming, rock climbing, and many other activities. His family and friends remember him as “adventurous, funny, and fun-loving”. Academics seemed to come easily for Nathan. He enjoyed being involved with student government in high school. He graduated with honors

from Pine View High School and received a scholarship to Weber State University. As a college student he tutored other students in math to help pay his expenses. At age 19, he fulfilled a successful 2 year mission to Sao Paulo, Brazil for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His missionary companions have commented about his dedication, devotion, and positive attitude.

After his mission, Nathan attended the University of Utah where he majored in engineering. He worked while attending college, designing trusses and paid his way.

It was during this time that he met and married Marie Deon White in the Salt Lake Temple. Two beautiful children were born to them: Isaac Nathan Webb and Samantha Sue Webb. Nathan earned his Masters of engineering degree and was immediately employed in Salt Lake City as a mechanical engineer. After a short time, Nathan and his family moved to Longmont, Colorado where he accepted a new job. A home was purchased in Mead, CO. On May 27, 2008, Nathan was offered a job at Lockheed Martin. His assignment was to help design the Orion space vehicle. At the time of his death he had worked there for almost 7 ½ years. His assignment to work on Orion’s heat shield was one of his favorites. He was awarded a certificate of recognition for his efforts. Sadness enveloped Nathan when a divorce occurred between Marie

Colorado Drywall Supply Has Moved

Holiday Giving Tree

C

olorado Drywall Supply, LLC has moved a block east of their former I-25 Frontage Road location. Their new address is 14319 Longs Peak Court, Longmont, CO. 80504. The move was made to facilitate their expanding business and "In and Out" service convenience for customers.

Hours are 7 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., MondayFriday. Colorado Drywall accepts cash, Master Card and VISA. The company's phone number is 720.838.9114.

he Giving Tree will be up at the Mead Town Hall starting Monday, November 16, 2015 through Tuesday December 9, 2015. The Giving Tree will also be at the Holiday Tree Lighting/ Chili Cook Off celebration at Scooterhinge on Saturday December 5th.

All gifts must be returned with their original tag to the Mead Town Hall no later than Monday December 14, 2015.

Please stop by to see if you can help make someone’s holiday a little brighter this year!

Mead Community Food Bank

F

ood assistance is available to those in need within our Mead community. You must call ahead to reserve your Christmas food box: 970-535-4439 (Located @ 4313 State HWY 66 / Near 7-11)

Christmas Food Box

Saturday ~ December 12, 2015 / 10:00 A.M. - Noon In Addition, the Food Bank is Open Every Wednesday From 1:30 – 3:30 P.m. for Food Assistance or to Drop Off Food Donations You do NOT need to call ahead for Wednesday food assistance.

Abundant Life Church Sun. Service & Sun. School 10:00a 4380 Hwy. 66 (.3 mile east of I-25 on south) revspeaks@gmail.com or 970-535-0311 Pastor Jim Coleman

 Dec 2 – Christmas Party 6:00pm @ Rocky Mountain Saloon. Food will be served. Each guest receives 2 FREE drink tickets. White Elephant Gift Exchange ($25 max)  Jan 6 – Regular Board Meeting 5:30pm @ Town Hall  Jan 29 – Annual Member Meeting 6:00pm @ TBD Dinner, drinks, presentation of awards, and entertainment!

For more information, please contact Executive Director Lisa Shields at 970535-2108.

Mead Area Chamber of Commerce PO Box 727 • Mead, CO • 80542 • www. meadchamber.org

Mead United Methodist Church Pastor Mark Heiss Sun. Worship - 9:00am 511 Palmer Ave, Mead, (970)535-4249 Guardian Angels Catholic Church 15179 3rd Ave. (WCR 7) in Mead Daily Mass: Mon 5:30p Tu-Th 7:30a Fri 8:30am Sat Anticipatory Mass: 5:30 pm Sun. 7:30, 9:00 & 10:30 am 1st Sunday: 6:00p mass in lieu of 7:30a 970-535-0721 info@meadangels.org Rev. Alan Hartway, Administrator All Mead churches listed free.

Email info to townofmeadinfo@gmail.com

970.535.2108

Lisa Shields, Exec. Dir.

www.meadchamber.org lisa@meadchamber.org

no price increase for 2015!

Non-profit & individual memberships just $50 Membership fees are per year

www.gofundme.com/nathanwebb.

Special thanks given to all of Nathan’s and Jennifer’s siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins and friends for their service to all of us and to Nathan in helping with arrangements for this funeral. Heartfelt gratitude goes to all who have given their prayers, their love, condolences, and help, with special mention of Bp. Jarom John, and the members of the Relief Society of the Highland Lake Ward.

Please share your thoughts, memories and condolences at howemortuary.com

T

Mead Churches

MACC Upcoming Events

and himself. Nathan later married Jennifer Macfarlane on June 26th 2011. They were sealed together for time and all eternity in the Denver Temple. Nathan became the step-father of Willow, Jennifer’s daughter.

All seemed well and great happiness was enjoyed until a racquetball accident occurred when a racquetball hit his left ear and Nathan developed Tinnitus. He researched every avenue to find the best way to help himself. He found a therapy that had seemed to show some results for other people. He began therapy and was able to survive the Tinnitus the first time. Then a relapse occurred. He again used the therapy that had been proven to give the best results.

This time it did not work. The Tinnitus worsened and became unbearable. If there is a hero in this story, it has to be Nathan. He fought to the end-- day after day, week after week, month after month. Many days were simply days of trying to survive until the next day. He pushed on until he could go on no longer. He died October 28, 2015. We feel the peace of Nathan and of the wonderful place that Nathan is now in. His funeral services were November 7, 2015, with Interment following at Foothills Garden of Memory Cemetery Arrangements were handled by Howe Mortuary in Longmont, CO. In lieu of flowers the family humbly requests donations be made by Paypal to nathanwebbmememorial@gmail.com or

The M.A.C.C. has many perks & benefits to offer members:

• Opportunity to host or co-host B.A.H. events • • 25% Discount for Constant Contact services • • 1 Free ad & article in the Consumer Report of Mead for all NEW Chamber Members • • Various Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities • • Ability to post deals and specials on the Shop Local Deals page • • Ability to post job openings on the Job Posting page •

Do You Own a Local Business?

L

arge or small, we have the directory that will get your business name out to 30,000 households. Scheduled to mail January 2016! In production now. Ad sale space available!

For 17 years, we've been helping spread the word about local businesses. If you are interested in having your name appear in the i25 Corridor Communities Magazine, call today. Michael Browning will help you with your listing or an ad (various sizes and payment options available). Call 303.775.5901 today.

See the 2015 Magazine at www.i25corridor.com. It's beautiful, 96 pages & full glossy.

Filled with local information about Mead, Mead's schools, government, M.A.C.C., geographical info, and even some historical stories; this magazine promises to give you the most bang for your advertising dollar. WE SUPPORT AND PROMOTE LOCAL AND INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES! THE BACKBONE OF AMERICA! carbonvalley@gmail. com or 303.833.5997.

HOMEMADE CRAFTS • LOCAL ENTREPRENEURS • FOOD • SANTA

Church Craft Sale & Corner Café Luncheon Rinn United Methodist Churh

Vendors interested in a table contact Denise Stewart 303-833-2809

3783 Bella Rosa Parkway • Frederick

Bring non perishable food for local Food Bank and tell Santa what you would like for Christmas

December 5 10a to 3pm Santa will be visiting 11am-1pm.

Bring your cameras!

Child Care in Mead Country Kids Preschool Mead (970)535-4825 

Grandma Bea’s Day Care Mead (970)535-0109  Heart & Hand Child Care Platteville (970)785-6138   Licensed Provider~If you provide child care please e-mail information to townofmeadinfo@gmail.com. This listing is free as space is available.

The CVCR is not responsible for any errors or issues with individuals/services.

BEST VALUE for YOUR ADVERTISING DOLLAR

Still the “Only Paper People Read ‘Cover-to-Cover’” Ask your neighbor!

carbonvalleyads@gmail.com