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Asset map to connect workforce, employers By Lorna Gutierrez

new web-based platform will connect workforce programs at several area school districts and schools with employers. Developed by the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center, the UCCS Economic Forum and the Pikes Peak Workforce Center, the Workforce Asset Map is designed to inform employers which workforce centers are available throughout the county. Tatiana Bailey, executive director

of the UCCS Economic Forum; Aikta Marcoulier, executive director of the Pikes Peak Small Business Center; and Dana Barton, business relations and employment development director at the Pikes Peak Workforce Center, worked to develop the program. Calling themselves the “Workforce Dream Team,” they, along with about 10 other well-intentioned women, brought together UCCS engineering students as well as software engineers to create the map. What does it do? It’s designed to allow school districts with specialized career

programs and pathways for vocations to post their programs online. Harrison School District 2, Widefield School District 3 and Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 all have workforce development programs. The asset map tells employers about the programs and where they are located so they can target graduating seniors to fi ll available positions. It’s not a job board — but it does point job searchers to the workforce center’s job board. The map shows compiled and centralized information for em-

ployers and potential employees in a user-friendly environment. “Many people didn’t know high schools were reinstating middle career paths [such as mechanics],” said Bailey. But it’s not just for high school students. The platform can be used by veterans, as well as undergraduate and graduate students to find relevant market information, such as hiring numbers within an industry and salary projections. See Map page 9

Tri-Lakes’ sizzling housing market breaking records By Cameron Moix

he Tri-Lakes region — Monument, Palmer Lake and Woodmoor — is seeing unprecedented growth as commercial development along Interstate 25 has given way to homebuilding aimed at meeting the demand of a growing population. Over the past decade, Monument has led the region’s development with its growing retail and restaurant options, as well as the creation of several large subdivisions with homes in a variety of price ranges. And now, real estate experts say the Tri-Lakes housing market in northern El Paso County is perhaps the hottest it has ever been — breaking records in home price, the number of sales and average list time. “The market in Monument has been hot — more so than Colorado Springs — for about two to three years, and it’s gotten even hotter this year,” said Realtor Jean Wheaton (The Wheaton Team – RE/MAX Properties). “We’ve had lots of development … but Monument has really grown in a nice way.” Much of Monument’s residential growth has occurred in new communities such as Sanctuary Pointe, Forest View Estates and Lake of the Rockies, where area homebuilders are capitalizing on an increasingly common problem: a lack of inventory. The number of active listings in the Tri-Lakes MLS (multiple listing service) dropped to just 111 last month — the lowest in recent history — as the number of potential homebuyers has skyrocketed. “There aren’t a lot of homes in Monument and there are even fewer in Palmer Lake,” said Realtor Amanda Miller Luciano. “I think you’ve got a shortage of supply and a lot of demand.” Much of that demand comes from potential homebuyers who have been priced out of the Denver market and have begun looking at Monument and the surrounding communities as their next-best bet. See Boom page 10

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State delays transportation fixes The issue: The state must find a funding source for transportation needs. What we think: A sales tax is not the answer, but a specific ownership tax for vehicles might raise the needed money. Tell us what you think: Send us an email at editorial@csbj.com.

he Colorado General Assembly left some unfinished business on the table when the lawmakers adjourned their 2017 session: How to pay for much-needed transportation repairs and upgrades across the state. Legislators managed to allocate some money for transportation — which local business officials say is promising — but current funding doesn’t cover the state’s $9 billion backlog of infrastructure needs nor the expansion required to accommodate a swiftly growing population along the Front Range. While Gov. John Hickenlooper has not yet decided whether to call a special session (as of the Business Journal’s press time) to deal with transportation, there are ways to pay for statewide needs without raising the sales tax. Instead, the state should look at funding roads through the specific ownership tax for vehicles. Under current state funding, fees for registering cars and trucks take two things into consideration: the purchase price of the vehicle and the year it was registered. Under current rules, fees are adjusted down every year until the car has been registered in the state for 10 years. After that, the state charges a flat fee of $3 for passenger cars. Changing the funding structure to keep it level in years eight and nine could bring in an

additional $150 million annually for transportation needs, some business experts say. The state could also decide to assess a transfer tax for cars newly registered in Colorado, but purchased in another state. Thanks to a rapidly growing population, a transfer tax could bring in between $100 million and $150 million every year to be used solely for transportation needs across the state. A sales tax isn’t the answer. With an additional sales tax levied by the state, Colorado Springs would have the highest rate in the state. Additional local taxes could threaten business retention and new company recruitment. Tourism could suffer; small businesses could wither. Springs’ voters took care of our road problems through Issue 2C, which increased sales taxes by .62 of a cent. The city shouldn’t have to pay more sales taxes to the state to help other cities that won’t handle their own road problems. Requiring Colorado Springs to subsidize infrastructure and road improvements at the expense of its own business development is an unfair and unnecessary burden on businesses. Assessing taxes for automobiles throughout the state provides a steady source of money for transportation needs. It could be the answer to expanding Interstate 25 between Monument and Castle Rock, as well as between Denver and Fort Collins. It could also provide much-needed funding for Interstate 70, the main corridor into the mountains. The state needs to find a solution soon. Construction costs are on the rise, roads are getting increasingly crowded and damaged, and tempers are growing ever shorter on the state’s interstate highway system. It’s time to take action and it’s past time to address transportation problems that impede business, cause traffic jams and make the state less attractive for both companies and tourists. CSBJ n

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May 19 - May 25, 2017

OPINION: HAZLEHURST

Preserve or provide? That’s the question

oal-fired power plant, sewage treatment facility, concrete batch plant, rock quarry, gravel pit, slaughterhouse, airport, wind turbine farm or oil field — which one do you want as your next-door neighbor? Most of us would say “none of the above.” Yet all are essential to our advanced industrial society, and HAZLEHURST some of us get stuck living close to one or more noxious land uses. As the Industrial Revolution gathered steam in the early 19th century, rich folk self-segregated in protected residential neighborhoods. Wealthy London merchants kept their families in country estates, far from the city’s choking smog. In America, the super rich spent summers in Newport, R.I., while the merely well-off went to the Poconos, golfed at the Greenbrier or wintered in Florida. Colorado Springs was conceived and created as an exclusive enclave where affluent folks could build beautiful homes, breathe clean air and live off the earnings of factories and businesses in the polluted cities they had fled. Large-scale commercial and industrial uses were banned from Gen. Palmer’s little town. Want rail yards, steel mills, manufacturers and breweries? Move to Pueblo! Yet industry crept closer. Neighboring Colorado City had glass factories, ironworks and small manufacturers. When gold was discovered in Cripple Creek, three Colorado City mills crushed and refined ore from the mines, pouring smoke into the pristine skies.

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Euclidean zoning (so-named after a court case in Euclid, Ohio, in 1926 that established its constitutionality) separates land uses into residential, commercial and industrial zones. Such zoning protected (and still protects) homeowners in Briargate, Rockrimmon, Peregrine and dozens of other suburban enclaves from unregulated commercial development. But while most industrial/commercial uses can be located on minimally disruptive sites, that’s not true of mineral extraction. If you want to mine aggregate, you’d better go where the gravel is. Owners of subsurface rights to oil and gas, water, gold, gravel or any valuable mineral have the right to develop them. Moreover, such rights can be severed from surface ownership. In Colorado Springs, the city owns the subsurface water rights to all land within the city, so forget about drilling an irrigation well in your backyard. Plans to build massive gravel quarries in Pueblo and near Colorado Springs have encountered bitter resistance from neighboring landowners. Thwarted once by the state Mined Land Reclamation Board, Transit Mix Concrete plans to refile its application to open a multi-hundred-acre aggregate mine in a pristine canyon west of Colorado Highway 115, part of the historic Hitch Rack Ranch. Neighboring residents are less than delighted. “The natural beauty of our area is why so many people and businesses choose to live and move here,” said Kristan Rigdon, a member of the homeowners coalition that successfully opposed the previous plan. “What will be the price of continuing to destroy the Front Range just so [Transit Mix] can get a quarry in this location? Especially when you consider that the

existing quarries have enough surplus aggregate to supply the needs of El Paso County for years to come.” A similar battle is underway in Pueblo, where rural farmers and ranchers oppose plans by Fremont Paving and Redi-Mix for a 1,500-acre “mineral and natural resource extraction and mining operation” in Pueblo County. Approved earlier this month on a 5-1 vote by the Pueblo County Planning Commission, the decision has been appealed to the Pueblo County commissioners. Opponents have characterized the proposed use as incompatible with the surrounding agricultural community, while supporters point out that gravel pits have existed in the area for more than 100 years. Two previous attempts to open gravel pits at the same location were rejected by the planning commission. Velma Ricks, an owner of the closely adjacent Huerfano Lake Ranch, opposes the quarry, citing the impact of increased haul truck traffic on local public schools. Like the Hitch Rack, Ricks’ ranch symbolizes a Colorado landscape that has almost vanished from the Front Range. It’s a 1,865-acre working cattle ranch that includes a 360-acre lake. Located 19 miles from downtown Pueblo, the ranch has resident herds of antelope, white-tailed deer and mule deer, as well as waterfowl. If approved, both quarries will operate for 50 years, forever altering surrounding environments. It seems likely that the eight elected officials who serve as Pueblo and El Paso county commissioners will determine their fate. Will they choose to preserve a resplendent past, or provide for tomorrow’s growth? Regrettably, they may not be able to do both. CSBJ n

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Schools receive respite thanks to ﬁnance act By Bryan Grossman

ast week — and at the last minute — Colorado legislators passed the School Finance Act (SB-296) to increase public school funding by $262 million for about 1,800 public schools and 905,000 students. Waiting until the final day of the 2017 General Assembly, both the Senate and House approved the funding to meet the higher costs of inflation and student population growth going into the next academic year. The act contains approximately $242 in additional funds per pupil, bringing average revenue to districts for a Colorado student to $7,662 in 2017-18. “We’re thrilled,” said Glenn Gustafson, chief fi nancial officer for Colorado Springs School District 11, the county’s largest school district with about 25,000 students. “It basically held the negative factor the same and did not increase it at all. ... Honestly, we couldn’t be more thrilled at this point.” To determine how much each district will receive under the School Finance Act, base per-pupil funding (about $6,400 in budget year 2016-17) is run through a formula that considers variables including student population, local cost of living and the number of at-risk students. Those variables can significantly increase funding in some districts. In 2009, in order to make across-the-

Gustafson agreed. board cuts from all districts, the legisla“The state was telling us to brace for ture added the “negative factor” to the the worst and that there would be big School Finance Act formula, meaning legislators decide how much they want cuts,” he said.” We were already talking to spend on education and adjust the to employees about lowering expectanegative factor to meet that target. tions and that it wouldn’t be pretty. But A news release issued by the Colorado incrementally throughout the session it kept getting better.” Education Association said the ongoing Gustafson and Gregory said the vast negative factor will remain at $828 million, but the name has been changed to majority of the funding will go to update “budget stabilization factor” to reflect the compensation schedule for teachers, the healthier finanstaff and adminiscial environment. tration. Gustafson Academy School said new District 11 District 20’s Chief teachers can make Financial Officer several thousand Tom Gregory said dollars less than that while district counterparts in the administration and county. According staff are pleased to Gregory, District with the addition20 educators already earn in the al funding, the General Assembly’s top quartile in the last-minute approvregion. — Tom Gregory al was not ideal for “District 11 is still behind in the planning purposes. “[The budget is] better than it once market,” Gustafson said. was,” he said, “but it’s frustrating this Gustafson cautioned, however, that year because numbers kept fluctuating “the fundamental structure of the state from [Gov. John Hickenlooper’s] original budget is still broken,” pointing to the proposal. There were warning signs and growing Colorado population qualifying we were telling our staff to buckle their for Medicaid and siphoning education funding from the state while Colorado seatbelts because it was going to be a really bad year. But the result ended up property taxes, which also help fund being similar, better even, than what schools, are some of the lowest in the the governor proposed, by almost $50 nation. million.” A complex web of contradictory

“There were warning signs and we were telling our staff to buckle their seatbelts because it was going to be a really bad year.”

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May 19 - May 25, 2017

OPINION: ROUTON

How Reddy can take UCCS even higher

ou could say Venkat Reddy has a tough act to follow as UCCS chancellor, and nobody in the local business community would argue. He’s replacing Pam ShockleyZalabak, who served a remarkable 15 years as the University of Colorado’s leader at the local campus. Not only that, but ShockleyZalabak worked 40 years in all R O U T O N phases of the branch’s operation. Last December, with no advance indication, she announced her retirement effective Feb. 15, sending shock waves through the university’s 12,000-plus students and 3,200 staff members. Reddy, the dean of UCCS’ College of Business since 2004, was the logical choice as interim successor while the CU hierarchy conducted a search. But in the end, Reddy was still standing as the new permanent chancellor. Shockley-Zalabak’s totally appropriate title now is “chancellor emerita” — which hopefully means she’ll still be around. The general conclusion is that her timing in stepping aside was the result of hoping to have an influence on who would take her place. How does the 55-year-old Reddy add to ShockleyZalabak’s monstrous achievements, building enrollment and academics as well as sparkling new facilities to house them? Admittedly, part of Chancellor Reddy’s immediate task is making sure those latest new construction projects continue to completion. But if you think Reddy’s task is impossible — like following a true legend in sports — you’re wrong. Overseeing any university involves such a variety of

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departments that the new chancellor will have no trouble identifying areas worthy of fresh emphasis. He’s surely far ahead of us in making those assessments, but he’s also been diplomatic in holding off on sharing specific plans. The best part is that Reddy has followed a path remarkably similar to that of ShockleyZalabak — spending more than 25 years at UCCS, moving up through the faculty ranks and then as an administrator. Nobody has to give him an orientation or history lesson on what has worked well and what hasn’t over the past quarter-century. Actually, Reddy has played a role in UCCS’ growth. In 2005, when Reddy became permanent dean of the College of Business, UCCS had about 7,800 students with 800 undergraduates and 275 grad students in the College of Business. Today, UCCS has more than 12,000 enrolled, including 1,282 undergrads and more than 300 grad students in business. Also, the percentage of business students reaching graduation has stayed high. In other words, there’s no reason to wonder about Reddy’s academic prowess. It’s also safe to assume his business and finance expertise will now come into play — from what we hear, it already has — with preparing future UCCS budgets. He’s also indicated he wants more improvements in athletic facilities. As for other priorities, three stand out for the CU system’s fastest-growing campus. Again, none of this will come as a surprise to Reddy or top staff. • Community partnerships. This was one of Shockley-Zalabak’s hallmarks, building relationships

throughout the community among businesses, nonprofits and donors. It’s safe to say Reddy will make sure those partnerships stay on track (particularly in the cybersecurity realm), as he has done in the College of Business with internships and other programs benefiting students and local companies. Obviously this is a broad umbrella, but it’s an example of how much Colorado Springs has embraced “our” university. • Keeping graduates here. UCCS and Reddy are nurturing a partnership with the intent of convincing more graduates to remain (or return later, for the Air Force Academy) and pursue their careers in the Pikes Peak region. Other cities, such as Nashville, Tenn., and Columbus, Ohio, have made this a priority with positive results, starting when students are freshmen. UCCS is proud that about two-thirds of its graduates already settle here, but given the concerns about insufficient local workforce numbers, Reddy will want even more graduates to stay. • Transportation. We know the city and UCCS want to develop more and better transit options for students being able to reach the campus, and for residents to attend events (especially with the Ent Center for the Arts nearing completion). This need might require more creativity than money, but it also has to be important for all sides. Rest assured, this in no way is telling Venkat Reddy how to tackle his new job. His personal expectations are probably higher than anyone’s. But the more he can achieve, the better the future will be — for UCCS and Colorado Springs. CSBJ

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City entertains idea of entertainment district A By John Hazlehurst

t the May 8 Colorado Springs City Council work session, Councilor Jill Gaebler introduced her colleagues to the concept of business-created entertainment districts. Such districts, authorized by the state General Assembly in 2011, can be created to allow alcohol to be consumed in “common consumption areas” bordered by existing licensees. The process is relatively simple. First, the city must pass an enabling ordinance allowing for the creation of defined entertainment districts. Such districts are then created by council resolution and defi ned by “promotional associations” of licensed establishments bordering a proposed “common consumption area.” Such areas are for consumption only, not sales. Any alcohol consumed therein must be purchased at one of the licensed establishments that are part of the promotional associations. Although the state law has been in effect for six years, only a handful of cities have authorized entertainment districts, including Black Hawk, Glendale, Leadville, Crested Butte, Snowmass Village and Greeley. As part of an attempt to revive the city’s fading downtown, the Greeley City Council approved the Ninth Street Entertainment District in 2012. Now supported by 10 bars in the District’s promotional association, the Ninth Street Plaza is closed off every summer Friday night from 6-9 p.m. for “Friday Fest.” Different bands play every weekend, drawing thousands of people to downtown. According to a 2015 story in the Greeley Tribune, the event disproportionately benefits bars and restaurants within the district. Once the bands stop playing, attendees stay in the district, to the detriment of downtown establishments not located within the district.

Yet for members of the promotional association, the from the organization’s 2017 State of Downtown report that the area may not need the economic shot in the event has been an outstanding success. The association arm that Greeley required in 2012. pays approximately $3,000 a week for security and According to the Downtown Partnership’s 2017 cleanup, and alcohol sales are monitored through “Go State of Downtown report, downtown hosted 1,002 Cups,” branded containers that patrons use to carry arts, cultural and special events during 2016. Other their drinks in the common consumption area. economic and performance indicators confirm that After Gaebler introduced the concept, Colorado downtown is booming, not declining. Springs Police Lt. Mike Lux warned that a downtown “Downtown Colorado Springs is capturing notice district might create disorder and affect public safety. nationwide as an urban area on the move,” accordCiting concerns about underage drinking, panhaning to the report, “attracting new residents and comdling and noise, Lux said a year-round entertainment merce, guided by business and civic district might not enhance downleadership aligned in our vision for town’s mixed-use environment, in a world-class city center.” which banks, upscale retailers and “We’re open to exploring the loft residents are closely adjacent to entertainment district concept for bars and nightclubs. special events,” said Downtown “This is not about closing off Partnership CEO Susan Edmondson. streets,” said Gaebler. “I don’t think “It could be a way for our locally anybody downtown wants to do owned brick-and-mortar businessthat. But you could have an enteres to provide beverages at festivals, tainment district along Tejon Street instead of some commercial beer sidewalks, say from Red Gravy north truck parked right in front of their to Pikes Peak and maybe down to entrance reaping all the profits. I the Mining Exchange. This is not don’t see the district operating on a about crazy drunken street parties — Jill Gaebler daily or every-weekend basis.” — this is about empowering busiAn entertainment district might nesses to offer their customers a benefit the Ivywild School develbetter experience.” opment, though. At present, several license holders Councilor Bill Murray said closing streets may not must abide by state laws that forbid customers to be a bad idea. carry drinks from one establishment to another, even “No one is driving down Tejon at 2 a.m. In Europe, though they’re all connected by a common hallway they have steel posts that they just screw in to street-levinside the renovated elementary school. el mounts, and close off the street. If people could spill “I think that it may be more appropriate for contained out of the bars onto the streets, it might reduce conflict spaces,” said Council President Richard Skorman. [as the bars close],” he said. “Ivywild for example, or Lincoln School. I don’t know And although the Downtown Partnership has endorsed the entertainment district concept, it’s clear about Tejon Street.” CSBJ

“This is not about crazy drunken street parties — this is about empowering businesses to offer their customers a better experience.”

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Mullett mixes pleasure for business By Helen Robinson

hen Erika Mullett of Brooklyn’s on Boulder Street tells people she’s a tasting room manager, they’re not sure it’s a real job. “It’s really funny — most people are like, ‘What is that? Is that even a thing?’ They think I just sit around and taste things all day,” she said. “That would be fantastic.” Mullett joined Brooklyn’s, the speakeasy-themed tasting room for craft gin distillery Lee Spirits, early last year after working at The Blue Star and The Principal’s Office. She talked with the Business Journal about what she really does at Brooklyn’s, what makes a great bartender, and what we should know when we’re on the other side of the bar. What do you do? I run Brooklyn’s — I set up events, I handle all of our private parties, I train the staff, I do payroll, I do the orders to keep us up, I do the decor. I love all of that, but my favorite thing is the creative menu side. [Bartender] Nate [Windham] and I do that together; I’m involved in creating all the cocktails. Our menu is really interactive and I think that’s super fun... we try to create the menu as if you’re having that experience of being right next to the bartender. We have that little graph that asks your personality and how you’re feeling right now, whether you’re feeling playful or adventurous, or playing it safe, and then you can pick a cocktail that gauges you. Is changing the menu an ongoing process? Since I started in early 2016, we’ve changed the menu at least six times, and I’ve never worked in a bar where we changed the menu that frequently. We want people to come in and try our gin as many different ways as we can possibly think of — to be able to go home and recreate it, and to be inspired. A lot of people think that Brooklyn’s on Boulder is a bar, and we’re not a bar, we’re a tasting room. It is a little confusing, but our whole principle of Brooklyn’s is to be a playground for Lee Spirits gin. How did you come to the Springs? My favorite line — I followed a boy. Will and I graduated from culinary school [in Philadelphia] with bachelor’s degrees in culinary arts… We had

some friends in Divide and we rented a house up there. We were going to take a year to take it easy. ... For him it lasted one month, then he got a job at The Blue Star. For me it lasted three months ... then [I got a] job working at a jail as the kitchen manager, cooking for inmates. That took the whole ‘I’m cooking for pleasure; I’m cooking for elegance in food’ — like I’d traveled to France and England, I went to Gordon Ramsay’s Michelin star restaurant where they tipped the toilet paper and all of that fanciness — to working at a jail where now, instead of eating for pleasure, we’re feeding them for substance. Now I’m feeding these guys because I have this 17-cent-a-day budget, and they just need this amount of calories and this amount of fat. Yeah, it was depressing. Did you take anything useful from it? Absolutely. The biggest thing I learned was not to judge people, because they all have a story. What qualities make a great bartender? For me, it’s being empathetic and caring about people genuinely. It’s very easy to go through the motions of being a bartender... but if you go into service and you remember people’s names, and what cocktails they like, and what trips they’ve taken, all of a sudden you’ve created not just: ‘I’m coming to a bar to get a drink.’ What I try to create is, for people to not be able to have a drink without thinking of me. If they’re somewhere else I want them to be like, ‘Man, this would be a little bit better if Erika was here.’ That’s a little bit narcissistic; I’m aware of that, but that’s my goal. What do you want people to know? If you ever get a drink, be honest if you don’t like it … we can only make you happy if you’re honest about what you like and what you need. What do you do in your spare time? I work out, I snowboard, I love reading, I hang out with my boyfriend. And then my main thing I do, which is probably a little embarrassing, is I hang out with my cats. My cats are the best. They [remind] me to take a step down and relax, and that it’s OK to sit in a chair and do nothing if there’s a cat on your lap. If there’s no cat on your lap, you have to get up and do something. CSBJ n

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BY THE NUMBERS: RELATIVE SAVINGS OF THE PROPOSED AHCA Information provided by the UCCS Economic Forum

n a November Business Journal article (csbj. com/2016/11/28/difference-health-care-economics/) I gave an overview of how health care is not a “normal” good, and why that uniqueness calls for a completely different approach. The father of health care economics, Kenneth Arrow, in 1963 outlined the numerous unique attributes, and he foresaw that treating health care like a widget would cause mounting problems. That November article briefly summarized Arrow’s analysis, and it is evident as time goes on that, as a nation, we will continue to struggle unless we understand and address the true reasons for the health care crisis. Arrow’s list of the differentiating attributes of health care is lengthy. However, the first is the most obvious. Health care is at the root of our very existence and livelihood and for that reason, people will feel passionately about it. Given that it is an essential, even critical part of our lives, it has strong moral undertones if certain groups do not have access to it. Most people are not comfortable at the thought of denying care to a child (see table), anyone who suddenly has an acute care episode and needs hospital attention, or someone with a chronic condition. Yet, how do you reconcile this with the reality that we are the most expensive country in the world to provide care (see graph), but have subpar outcomes? Similarly, how do you address the fact that approximately 75 percent of all health care expenses in the U.S. are preventable and tied to unhealthy lifestyles, especially being overweight/obese? Can we dictate health behavior without infringing upon individual rights? Can we mandate that everyone has health insurance so that risk is spread across both healthy and sick populations, and all children and adults live with the security of health care coverage? These are tough questions and, like most tough questions, there are no easy answers. In fact, oversimplification is dangerous. Health care is a highly complex issue not conducive to Band-Aid approaches. Health care expenses, at 17.5 percent of GDP, have been on a (per capita) upward trajectory for decades — before and after both Medicare/Medicaid and Obamacare. The hope with the new American Health Care Act is that these spiraling costs will finally abate. However, as the recent nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates have shown, the new health care proposal will not significantly change that cost trajectory. The bill recently passed by the House is indeed estimated by the CBO to reduce the deficit by $151 billion from 201726, or $16.7 billion in savings per year. That sounds like a lot of money except when you put it in context of total health care expenditures, which were $3.2 trillion last year. If you do the math, the annual savings with AHCA is only 0.52 percent of total annual health care expenditures. The relatively minuscule savings highlight the enormity of the problem. Furthermore, these estimated savings do not incorporate a) changes in the coverage offered by plans in the individual market, nor b) the age distribution of enrollees. One of the major tenets of the AHCA is to move to state block grants for Medicaid, essentially capping the per-person allocation. This will translate to fewer benefits for enrollees as estimated by the Brookings Institute. Obamacare also had provisions on manda-

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tory benefits that all insurers had to include, which would go away under the AHCA, likely changing the generosity of plans for everyone. Moreover, under the AHCA, insurers would be allowed to charge seniors up to five times more than younger cohorts. On the other end of the spectrum, the CBO estimates that younger, healthy individuals will opt out of health insurance since there would no longer be a mandate under the AHCA. Many argue no one should have to purchase health insurance if they don’t want it. However, we all pay for the non-insured’s care through cost shifting because providers bump up charges to cover the costs of nonpayers. Cost shifting (to the insured) would undoubtedly increase: The CBO estimates 24 million more uninsured people by 2026. In sum, the proposed

plan, which will likely shift further in the Senate, has significant tradeoffs and doesn’t truly deliver on any substantial savings. It would be wonderful to embrace any party’s health care plan if it did indeed deliver on lower costs, as well as on higher quality and access for all. The truth is that such a plan does not exist until we fully understand and embrace the underlying causes of the cost increases. Unfortunately, there is no quick and easy fi x, and the sooner we acknowledge this, the more likely it is we will begin to work effectively on this critical issue, which impacts us all. — Tatiana Bailey is executive director of the UCCS Southern Colorado Economic Forum.

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Map: Platform can act as guide for students and pros From page 1

It also helps employers run internship or apprenticeship programs and give high school and college students much-needed experience in their fields even before graduation, she added. For schools, it’s a long-awaited tool. Duane Roberson, director of career and technical education for Colorado Springs School District 11, said it’s needed because teachers currently have to build partnerships with organizations to create internship and apprenticeship programs, while local businesses have

to go to multiple schools to find potential interns. The map will simplify this process. “[We’re] hoping the [Workforce Asset Map] can help everyone,” he said. Bailey said she was surprised to learn about the number of open positions in Colorado Springs, and how many people are unaware of available jobs.

‘HAPPY ACCIDENT’ The platform, which is targeting an end-of-summer release, was a “happy accident,” with the idea percolating after a conversation at a UCCS Economic

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Mitchell’s construction course is the largest in the area with 110 enrolled in the program this year.

Forum panel about workforce developCommunity College and UCCS) and can be directed to appropriate schools ment two years ago, Bailey said. to meet with students. After the event, a group convened The biggest challenge was making and decided to pursue the map projsure the software has everything busiect. They met about every six weeks to nesses and schools need without being create something tangible to meet the overwhelming, Marcoulier said. She community’s needs. said integrating the The group received platform as a tool for $2,500 for a stuthree subsets — student intern from the dents, employees and Pikes Peak Workforce businesses — has Center, the Colorado been one of the toughSprings Chamber of est tasks. Commerce & EDC and Bailey, Marcoulier the UCCS Economic and Barton said they Forum. Funding for depend on each oththe platform’s develer’s knowledge and opment came from utilize their respecEl Paso County and tive organizations’ the city of Colorado resources and areas Springs. The platform — Dana Barton of expertise, such as is being developed at the PPWFC’s skills gap a significantly lower survey, which helped cost because the group provide relevant information about is utilizing the UCCS IT department. which industries need workers. A one-stop shop, job seekers can find “It really serves both sides of the resources for: equation,” Marcoulier said. • resumé writing; The platform will be housed at UCCS • interviewing skills; and quarterly updates will be provid• job/internship/apprenticeship ed by the workforce center. All other search; involved entities will also provide data • continuing education; and support. • wage data; and “There’s no other resource in our re• job demand and projections. gion or our state,” said Barton, “that Employers can learn about the deprovides this service for job seekers, mographics from high school and college programs (such as Pikes Peak employers and students.” CSBJ

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Boom: Market too expensive for lower-income earners From page 1

“I think you’ve got a lot of people buying homes in Monument and commuting to Denver,” she said. “It still has that really great remote feel, and it’s becoming a more realistic place to live because you can have that country, custom, mountain feel without having to drive half an hour to the grocery store.” The rise in homebuying in Tri-Lakes hasn’t been without consequence: Because of the lack of available product and elevated interest from higher-income families, the median home price increased from $415,000 in February 2016 to $485,000 in February 2017. That’s compared to a median home price of $268,000 in Colorado Springs. “While $300,000 can go a long — Amanda way in Colorado Springs, it’s pretty much the beginning in Monument,” Luciano said. “But $500,000 doesn’t even buy you much in Denver right now.” And Wheaton said sales can reach much higher prices than that. “We just closed one that was $1.145 million and we’ll be closing another one in the next month at $1.25 million,” she said. “There’s another one that just went under contract for $1.3 million.”

As prices continued to rise, homebuilders saw an opportunity to offer newly constructed tract homes for comparable prices. One such homebuilder is Mike Fenton, vice president of Colorado Springs-based Century Communities. “In that ZIP code — two or three years ago — there weren’t many lots that were developed and ready for homebuilding,” Fenton said. “There was so much pentup demand, which is why I think we’ve seen this spike.” According to Pikes Peak Regional Building Department records, there were 43 building permits issued in March for single-family home construction in Monument — averaging 3,449 square feet and $436,142 — compared to 23 Miller Luciano in March 2016. The only two ZIP codes in El Paso County to exceed that number of permits for new single-family home construction were 80925 (Southeast Colorado Springs) with 49 and 80908 (Black Forest) with 47. On average, new tract homes in Monument range from $300,000 to $650,000. And although that may seem steep to some looking to relocate within El Paso County, market experts say it’s quite a bargain for others.

“I think you’ve got a shortage of supply and a lot of demand.”

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The progressing Lake of the Rockies development abuts Monument Lake, just west of downtown.

“What we’re finding out is there is nothing under $300,000 anymore,” Fenton said. “New homes are still a little more expensive, but in the Monument area there is hardly any product in the market. … If they want to live there, they have to buy new.” He said that the company has sold 51 homes in its 156-lot Lake of the Rockies subdivision — situated between downtown Monument and Monument Lake — since its development began in August 2015. “It was a slow start in 2015,” Fenton said. “We didn’t really take off selling until about a year ago.” Since then, he said they can hardly build fast enough to meet demand for Century’s homes, which range from $325,000 to $450,000. “That’s nothing to these people who are coming from the Denver area,” he said. “They’re thinking of their com-

mute … and between Castle Rock and Monument, there’s nothing but million-dollar homes in Larkspur.” Fenton said that around 75 percent of his homebuyers come from the Denver metro area, while the remainder typically come from Colorado Springs or are families looking to relocate within the Tri-Lakes region. Although the single-family market is hot in Monument right now, Fenton said there is a growing need for new multi-family development. Because, while the local real estate game is proving a boon for industry professionals and local sellers, it’s leaving many lower-wage earners in the lurch. “Entry level is not there anymore,” Fenton said. “You’ve got to have places for firefighters, the police officers and the schoolteachers who don’t make six figures.” CSBJ n

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Aztec Manufacturing Established: 1947 Employees: 10 Location: 621 S. Union Ave., Pueblo, 81004 Contact: 719-542-3641; aztecmfginc.com

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Dan Wodiuk (left) owns Aztec Manufacturing and runs the business with help from his family, including his brother Dave.

Aztec Manufacturing a 70-year staple By Ashleigh Hollowell

ff historic Union Avenue in downtown Pueblo, just next to the Arkansas River, sits a small family-owned and -operated manufacturing business that has defied the odds for decades. Aztec Manufacturing opened in 1947 and has been at the same downtown location for its entire 70 years. The company specializes in steel manufacturing and ornamental ironwork for security doors, window guards, railings, patio covers, awnings and various home improvement features. The establishment has changed hands since it first opened. Dan Wodiuk is the current owner and the business has been in the Wodiuk family for four generations. According to a 2014 study by the entrepreneur and small-business journal Tharawat Magazine, which analyzed more than 40 small businesses from different countries on every continent, only 30 percent of family-owned businesses are passed on to a second generation. Only 12 percent survive to the third generation, and only 3 percent survive and operate in the fourth generation and beyond. Wodiuk purchased Aztec from his father, Joe, and officially took over as owner in 1984. Four of his 10 employees are family. “My children were down there doing stuff with the business when they were just little kids and that’s how

I was when I was a little kid. I would help my dad on employees,” as the values on which his business has jobs,” he said. operated for the last 33 years. “I think that if you can keep the kids interested at Recently, Wodiuk purchased two new machines that an early age ... hopefully they will stay and not go will allow expanded capabilities for bending and formlook somewhere else for a job.” ing sheet metal. He expects the machinery to increase The combination of creativity and functionality at job demand and provide access to new opportunities. Aztec Manufacturing is what kept Wodiuk interested “It’s important, being innovative ... and staying up enough to take over the business himself. with the different changes. There “One of the really neat things is will be more opportunities to sell. that we’re filling a need and giving Not only will it help our own fabripeople something that’s going to cation, but I can provide for other keep them secure and it’s going to people who are needing those pieces be beautiful at the same time,” he of metal,” Wodiuk said. said. “It’s not just a bunch of ugly And even though last year was bars up there; it’s artwork.” one of Aztec Manufacturing’s most Wodiuk prides himself on his profitable and current business rebusiness’ strong family and local mains steady, Wodiuk does not plan ties. He said he treats his employto open a new location or move. The ees like family even if they are not goal is to effectively continue as is related and focuses on growing and deliver both a premium ser— Dan Wodiuk a repeat-customer base by buildvice and product to residential and ing external friendships through commercial customers in the state’s reliability and quality. The Aztec southern half, he said. Manufacturing website states: “When you are doing “I think what sets us apart the most is we are really business with us, you are doing business with your sticklers on quality. If we don’t like it, it’s not going to neighbors. The work we do on our neighbors’ homes go out the door,” Wodiuk said. “We aren’t going to becomes a part of our community, so you can bet wait for the customer to complain about it; it’s just that we take pride in what we do.” not going to happen. I think that’s what sets us apart. Wodiuk cited “putting out a very good quality prod“We’re not happy with the status quo. We try to do uct, giving good customer service, being fair with my better than anybody else.” CSBJ

“I think what sets us apart the most is we are really sticklers on quality. If we don’t like it, it’s not going to go out the door.”

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Trani leads small business growth in southern Colorado By Bryan Grossman

aroline Trani just missed being a Colorado native, born into a military family while her father was stationed in Cheyenne, Wyo. Trani’s parents, grandparents and sister, along with several members of her extended family, are all from Colorado. “I have family all along the Front Range,” said Trani, executive director of the Southern Colorado Small Business Development Center in Pueblo. Since she wasn’t born here, Trani did the next-best thing and relocated to Colorado for college (and beyond) after graduating from high school in Alaska. Trani spoke with the Business Journal this week about helping small businesses succeed in her corner of the state and why the heart of Pueblo is its people. So you’re not from Pueblo? No. My dad was in the U.S. Air Force, so I’m the only one in my immediate and extended family who wasn’t born locally. I was born in Cheyenne, Wyo. and I lived in Hawaii, Alaska, Colorado Springs and Denver while my dad was in the military. As soon as I graduated high school I moved back to Colorado for college. When my dad retired, my parents followed me back here. Where did you go to college? I started at CU-Boulder and transferred to the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, where I got my first degreeIN inTHE sociology, on criminal WE’RE PALMfocusing OF YOUR HAND. justice. Then I went to what was [the University of Southern Colorado in Pueblo] and got a second degree in mass communications.

How did you end up in Pueblo? My parents, when they came home to Colorado ... decided to move to Pueblo and I wanted to be near them. I came here for my second degree to be close to them and my daughter was born when I was finishing that degree. We moved to be close to them and never left. Talk about your professional path. After college I started working in production for television. I did a work-study program in Greeley for the production unit on campus, and when I moved to Pueblo I worked at KTSC-TV [PBS] and at KOAA [NBC] in the Pueblo satellite office. Back then, between my sociology degree and my TV production experience, I thought I’d go work on ‘Cops’ and have the best of both worlds. I stuck with TV production for a while and went into sales briefly. ... Then I was actually on congressional staff for the 3rd Congressional District. I worked for Congressman John Salazar. … [Pueblo Community College] is the SBDC’s host for this region and the director position had been vacant for about 14 months before I came here from congressional staff. My work in the community meant I had relationships established with legislators and local officials. … The SBDC was looking for someone who knew the community and knew federal, local and state resources and could assist local businesses. I was recruited to apply for the position and felt it was a good fit. See Center page 14

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Center: Focus on growing new and existing businesses From page 12

Who do you serve in your region? When I started 10 years ago it was Pueblo, Fremont and Custer counties. ... Since I started we’ve adopted two more counties — Huerfano and Las Animas. What are your responsibilities? Our mission is to help new and existing businesses grow and prosper. We spend our time and resources operating

in two capacities: We consult and offer confidential assistance to local business owners and entrepreneurs. We also have training programs, which is a big piece of what we do too, and we host community events as well. What impact has the center had locally? All of our funds are, in some capacity, used to enhance business economic development — jobs created, jobs

retained, access to capital. … We also have an exporting program, an economic gardening [entrepreneurial] program, a contracting procurement program — Connect2DOT is a partnership with [the Colorado Department of Transportation] which assists in contract procurement at the state, federal and local levels. We probably see about 400 clients a year who actually come in to meet one-on-one. We have 2,000 clients

from the southern Colorado region in our portfolio we assist in resource development and training programs. In 2016 we helped 30 businesses start in the region. We did 31 in 2015. We created 137 jobs and retained 124 jobs with those businesses and served 605 clients in specialized training. … Last year we helped businesses secure more than a half-million dollars in contracts. What’s your budget? The primary budget comes from the Small Business Administration. Then the state contributes some funds for our Leading Edge Program, which is our Colorado entrepreneurship training and business strategic planning course. PCC also contributes. Our total budget is about $150,000 for training and consulting. … We also have several local sponsors who contribute to our programs as well. What’s your assessment of Pueblo’s small business environment? Overall, I’d say it’s business-friendly. Businesses can thrive here in Pueblo County as a whole. The things going for us are Pueblo is affordable, not just to live but also to do business. We have a lot of key resources here and a great support network. There are still challenges getting businesses up and doing business, but overall the community is supportive. … There are resources here that other communities are challenged to find. For instance, you can still find lease space here. You can find buildings to purchase and the cost isn’t as high as the farther north you go. But regulations can still be a challenge here. One thing we’re doing is working with the city of Pueblo to make things easier for food truck businesses. It’s not easy to do business as a food truck vendor in the city. ... We have old rules that are not flexible enough to meet the innovation we want as a community. Has the small business climate improved since you started? Definitely. I think communication has improved among the involved agencies — the city, county and metros. There is a collaborative effort to make Pueblo and southern Colorado a better place to do business. Communication has definitely increased and hopefully the SBDC has been a part of that. We established a business retention and expansion program in 2010, which has helped. The collaborating agencies from all sectors come together through that program. What’s your favorite thing about Pueblo? The people. I get to work with some pretty dedicated and amazing people. That’s the heart of Pueblo — the people. And I have the good fortune to live vicariously through the businesses we serve, and I get to bring awareness to their efforts. The people here are good people — and this is home. CSBJ n

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Tons of FT Sta5 Areas of Specialty Recycled Material in 2016

Local Person in Charge Originally Founded/ Est. Locally

Bestway Disposal/Bestway Recycling Inc. 650 Santa Fe St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903

bestwaydisposal.com judd@bestwaydisposal.com 719-633-8709

23,565

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Waste removal and single stream recycling

Judd Staton, General Manager, Tom Kiemel

Blue Star Recyclers 100 Talamine Ct. Colorado Springs, CO 80907

bluestarrecyclers.com info@bluestarrecyclers.com 719-597-6119

6,000

Electronics recycling, hard disk drive Bill Morris, CEO (data) destruction

2009 2009

Waste Connections of Colorado 7770 Palmer Park Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80951

wasteconnectionsofcolorado.com N/A 719-591-5000

4,150

Residential, commercial and construction trash and recycling

Evan Sharp, District Manager

1997 2007

Springs Waste Systems 1990 Reliable Cir. Colorado Springs, CO 80906

springswaste.com Contact@SpringsWaste.com 719-634-7177

4,116

Residential curbside recycling, commercial recycling

Dan Shrader, Manager

2000 2000

College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving 3119A N. El Paso St. Colorado Springs, CO 80907

collegehunkshaulingjunk.com N/A 719-280-0433

256

Donation pick-up, junk hauling, general labor

Keven Elwood, Owner

2005 2016

All Ways Recycle N/A Colorado Springs, CO 80904

allwaysrecycle.com allwaysrecycle@q.com 719-205-8399

N/A

OAering the most comprehensive recycling program for small businesses in El Paso and Teller counties

Michael Dabroski, Owner

2001 2001

Healthcare Medical Waste Services hcmws.com LLC info@hcmws.com P.O.Box 1385 719-445-5044 Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Biomedical hazardous waste, Dominick DiVello, including sharps containers, red bag President waste, pharmaceutical waste and non-radioactive chemotherapy waste

2012 2012

Recycle Depot 2324 E. Bijou St. Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Handler of @uorescent lamps and ballasts

2001 2001

Rank

Blue Star Recyclers received the first-ever 2017 Social Enterprise of the Year award from the Colorado Springs Better Business Bureau.

College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving is owned by a retired Army master sergeant.

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Albert Gaeke, Recycle Coordinator

1950 1950

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ederal, state and local government contracts are lucrative sources of revenue for businesses, but getting started can be daunting. Each request for proposals has its own set of requirements; each level of government adds layers of clauses, information, legal descriptions and regulations to the process. In Colorado Springs there’s help for businesses seeking work with the city’s four military bases, its county

and city governments and the state of Colorado. The name says it all: The Colorado Procurement Technical Assistance Center, headquartered in Colorado Springs, thanks in no small part to the presence of Fort Carson, Schriever Air Force Base, Peterson AFB, Cheyenne Mountain Air Station and the Air Force Academy. The PTAC, headed up by Executive Director Dennis Casey, has offices in Westminster, Aurora, Fort Collins and Golden. Its counselors will go anywhere in the state. The Colorado PTAC is one of 92 similar centers around the nation. Some are statewide; others are tied

Get started by registering as a client of the PTAC. It’s free, Casey says. “We’re a free resource provided by the government,” he said. “Obviously, free is good.”

They’ll let the company know if they are ready for contracting or if there is more work to be done, to include setting up a legal entity, getting on solid financial footing or overcoming other barriers to success. If needed, they’ll refer companies to other business resources like the Small Business Development Center or the Service Corps of Retired Executives.

The PTAC counselors will help with the request for proposal: They won’t tell a company what to charge, but they will help sort through the requirements and help figure out what amount is allowable.

And they’ll tell the company if it is wasting its time. Not all opportunities are for every company. For example, if a contract proposal says they want the bottom-line least expensive bid — and that doesn’t fit a company — there’s no point in bidding on it, Casey says.

PTAC counselors understand federal regulations — literally thousands of different laws that define contracting. The federal government has different standards for business than state or local government: Their cybersecurity regulations and labor laws can be more stringent.

From there, it’s a matter of introductions. PTAC counselors meet with the company’s owners, find out what the firm does; assess its financial footing and where owners want to take their business in the future.

The counselors — and the company — develop a strategy for moving forward. That could mean registering the business with the federal government and receiving one of several special designations that give it an advantage in contracting: veteran-owned, woman-owned or minority-owned, for example.

The PTAC provides access to a website that lists government bid opportunities: a system called Bid Match. Once the company identifies a contract, the work really begins.

to a geographic location. The one in the Springs, opened in 2009, is a rarer form: a nonprofit relying on a mix of public and private dollars, Casey said. “We have a funding bill,” he said. “The state gives us $200,000. We’re partially funded by the Defense Logistics Agency and we have some private money as well.” For companies ready to take the leap into contracting for government services, the steps are easy, Casey said. It starts with a visit to a website, ColoradoPTAC.org. CSBJ

The PTAC will also help businesses not traditionally active in the government sector find work with the government. They had success with Romp, a ski manufacturer in Gunnison, which now produces handmade skis for the 10th Special Forces Group.

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Once a company gets that first contract, the PTAC will help if there are issues with the work and regulations. They won’t advocate, but they will help navigate the system and find solutions for the company.

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Tuesday, May 23

AASC: Understanding Housing Assistance

PPAR: Council of Elite Property Managers

The Apartment Association of Southern Colorado offers a seminar to learn more about housing assistance programs, free, 10 a.m.-noon, AASC, 545 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Suite 105. For registration visit aacshq.org.

The Pikes Peak Association of Realtors hosts a roundtable and council meeting for property managers, free, 3-5 p.m., PPAR, 430 N. Tejon St. Visit ppar.org to register.

Tri-Lakes: Business Accelerators

Monday, May 22

The Housing & Building Association hosts a presentation from Metrostudy of quarterly data on the local housing market, 7:30-10 a.m., $35 for members, $45 for nonmembers, The Antlers, 4 S. Cascade Ave. Register at cshba.com.

SCORE/PPCC: Buying/ Selling a Business Session 1 Learn techniques and gain information to make a decision about business buying/selling transactions, $49 for two sessions, 6-8 p.m., PPCC Downtown Campus, 100 W. Pikes Peak Ave. Register coloradosprings.score.org.

SBDC: Quickbooks Online Join the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center for an overview of Quickbooks Online 2016 version, $50, 12:30-5 p.m., Pikes Peak SBDC, 1675 Garden of the Gods Road. Register at pikespeaksbdc.org.

Tuesday, May 23 SCORE/PPCC: Buying/ Selling a Business Session 2 Learn some techniques used to help decide to buy or sell a business, $49 for two sessions, 6-8 p.m., PPCC Downtown Campus, 100 W. Pikes Peak Ave. Register coloradosprings. score.org.

PPACG/ENT: Estate Planning 101 Join the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging and Ent Credit Union for a seminar covering information on wills, power of attorney, living wills and more, free, 6-7:30 p.m., PPACG Area Agency on Aging, 14 S. Chestnut St. Call 719-4712096 to register.

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7:30-9 a.m., AspenPointe Café, 1675 Garden of the Gods Road. Accredited BBB members: $13 with online payment only. Non-Accredited members: $16 with online payment. Pay at the door: $16. Limited to 60 people. To register, visit bbbsc.org.

Wednesday, May 24 CSRP: Managing Change Colorado Springs Rising Professionals host a Q&A seminar about workplace change and conflict, $15 for members, $25 for nonmembers, 4-6 p.m., Colorado Technical University, 4435 N. Chestnut St. Register at csrp.wildapricot.org.

HBA: Get the Edge

CNE: Funding Bootcamp A two-day workshop focused on skill-building hosted by the Center for Nonprofit Excellence and For Impact, $895, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Spruce Mountain Lodge, 14771 Spruce Mountain Road. For information visit cnecoloradosprings.org.

Wednesday, May 24 CSBCC: After Hours Join the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce for after hours networking, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at London’s Soul Food, 4747 Flintridge Drive. For more information, visit csbc.chamberofcommerce.me.

Thursday, May 25 AASC: Quarterly Luncheon Help the Apartment Association of Southern Colorado celebrate the 20162017 graduates. Early registration: member $32.50, nonmember $35, Late registration: $45 member, $62.50 non-member, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Doubletree Hotel, 1775 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. Visit aaschq.org to register.

SCWCC: Meet and Greet Join the Southern Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce for a business after-hours event from 5-7 p.m. at American Overhead Door, 4336 N. Nevada Ave. Take advantage of after-hours opportunities for extended conversations and relationship-building in the business community. $5 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Learn more at chamber.scwcc.com.

Tuesday, June 6 Hiring Military Veterans BlackFox, a training and certification company, will speak about its new manufacturing certification, skills gaps and strategic partnerships and will conduct a survey of employers about staffing challenges. 7:30-10 a.m., Mt. Carmel Center for Excellence, 530 Communication Circle. Visit blackfox. com to RSVP.

Join the Tri-Lakes Business Accelerators for weekly networking, first visit free, 8-9 a.m., Fairfield Inn and Suites, 15275 Struthers Road, Colorado Springs. Go to trilakeschamber.com to register.

Wednesday, May 24 Pueblo: Contractors Workshop Get introduced to the Colorado Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program (CO C-PACE) program, free, 12:30-4 p.m., Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Center, 101 W. 10th St. For more information visit, copace.com

Friday, May 26 Pueblo: Member Luncheon Join the Pueblo Chamber for their membership luncheon, $20, 11:30 a.m., Pueblo Community College, 900 W. Orman. Register at pueblochamber.org.

Wednesday, May 31 Pueblo: Aerie Meeting Regular meeting of the Pueblo Eagles aerie #145, free, 7 p.m., 1615 S. Prairie Ave. Go to pueblochamber.org for more information.

Thursday, June 1 Tri-Lakes: Chamber Networking Breakfast Chamber Networking Breakfast takes place the first and third Thursday of the month at the chamber office in downtown Monument. Annual dues are $30 and membership is required. Speakers: Steve Laski - CRJ Contractors; Jim Byrnes - Schooley Mitchell. 7:30-9 a.m. Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, 166 Second St., Monument. Visit trilakeschamber.com for more information.

Tuesday, June 13 Tri-Lakes: Social Media 101 Increase success with social media — Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and more. Space is limited. Presented by Gil Datz, founder and CEO of UZU Media. Presented in partnership with the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center and sponsored by Ent Credit Union. 9-noon, Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, 166 Second St., Monument. Visit trilakeschamber.com for more information.

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PUBLIC NOTICES COMBINED NOTICE RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201200707 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 15, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): John P Huntz and Tiffany N Huntz Original Beneficiary(ies): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust: December 27, 2010 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 04, 2011 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 211022924 Original Principal Amount: $374,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $370,432.44 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 136, INDIGO RANCH AT STETSON RIDGE, FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7497 Legend Hill Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80922. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 07/12/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/19/2017 Last Publication: 6/16/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL

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CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/15/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Eve Grina #43658 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-14-636905-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 COMBINED NOTICE RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201600912 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): Robert W Whipp Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., as nominee for Caliber Funding LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust: May 24, 2013 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 30, 2013 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 213069936 Original Principal Amount: $122,735.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $115,735.24 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A FOR THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION. EPC201600912 EXHIBIT A THAT PORTION OF LOT 8, IN BLOCK H, EAST HILLS, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK R AT PAGE 37, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT, 65.36 FEET WEST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER THERETO THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 142 FEET, THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 45 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO ITS INTERSECTION WITH THE EAST LINE OF THAT CERTAIN TRACT CONVEYED TO NEWELL S. LANE AND ANNA E. LANE BY WARRANTY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 1191 AT PAGE 179 OF THE RECORDS OF EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO; THENCE NORTH ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID LANE TRACT TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT 8; THENCE EAST ON SAID NORTH LINE 45 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2523 E Dale Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80909. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/24/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Joan Olson #28078 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-16-743382-LL The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700127 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 9, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): Brenda L. Jones Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Castle & Cooke Mortgage, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, D/B/A Christiana Trust as Owner Trustee of the Residential Credit Opportunities Trust III Date of Deed of Trust: May 19, 2010 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 21, 2010 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 210047763 Original Principal Amount: $157,730.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $154,678.76 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 5 IN BLOCK 8 IN NORTHRIDGE

FILING NUMBER 1 IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3684 Haven Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80917. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/14/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/21/2017 Last Publication: 5/19/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1

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ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/09/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Susan J. Hendrick #33196 The Sayer Law Group, P.C. 9745 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 400 Denver, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO160274 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700129 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 9, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): ANGELA D. MILLER Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE REGISTRATION

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SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: MIDLAND STATES BANK Date of Deed of Trust: March 17, 2015 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: March 25, 2015 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 215028116 Original Principal Amount: $223,654.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $217,766.43 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, BLOCK 9, THE COLORADO SPRINGS RANCH FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3145 PONY TRACKS DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80922. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/14/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/21/2017 Last Publication: 5/19/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/09/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014309 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Colorado Springs Business Journal

May 19 - May 25, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICES COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700140 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 15, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): KECIA D COLE Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR GMAC BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR TO JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET MORTGAGE PRODUCTS, INC., GMACM HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2006-HE1 Date of Deed of Trust: November 30, 2005 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 06, 2005 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 205193744 Original Principal Amount: $35,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $31,161.34 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 37 IN THE CASCADES AT SPRINGS RANCH FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3015 PIER POINT, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80922. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/14/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/21/2017 Last Publication: 5/19/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/15/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David A. Shore #19973 Hellerstein and Shore, P.C. 5347 S. Valentia Way, Suite 100 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (303) 573-1080 Attorney File # 17-00050SH The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700162 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 22, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): BLAYNE E. SEWELL AND VALARIE L. SEWELL Original Beneficiary(ies): CTX MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: August 14, 2007 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 17, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 207108013 Original Principal Amount: $184,996.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $188,623.29 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 9 IN WAGON TRAILS SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 29, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7086 GRAND PRAIRIE DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80923. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/21/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 4/28/2017 Last Publication: 5/26/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/22/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty #40042 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014462 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700178 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): GEARY S. HAWKINS AND ELEANOR M. HAWKINS Original Beneficiary(ies): PREMIER MORTGAGE GROUP, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR-ININTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSMPS MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-RP2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-RP2 Date of Deed of Trust: March 28, 2002 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 01, 2002 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 202050545 Original Principal Amount: $181,857.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $160,464.95 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 65 IN CIMARRON WESTRIDGE FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2030 OKEECHOBEE DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80915. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/24/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014418 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700188 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 28, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): SHAWN R. SHELDON Original Beneficiary(ies): ARGENT MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-MCW1, CLASS A-1 CERTIFICATES Date of Deed of Trust: July 22, 2004 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 29, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 204126979 Original Principal Amount: $124,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $142,646.90 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 16, IN BLOCK 10, EAST END ADDITION TO THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK E AT PAGE 26. Also known by street and number as: 830 N UNION BLVD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80909. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/28/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Alison L. Berry #34531 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 15-009798 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700191 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 28, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): PERCY L DEERING Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER, LLC DBA VA MORTGAGE CENTER OF COLORADO SPRINGS, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust: October 09, 2012 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 15, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 212120975 Original Principal Amount: $368,332.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $332,686.91 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 80 IN WILSHIRE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7541 SALT GRASS COURT, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80915. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/28/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty #40042 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014583 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700195 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 28, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): JOSHUA A. REIS Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust: March 26, 2016 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 04, 2016 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 216033499 Original Principal Amount: $214,950.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $213,243.57 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 35, BLOCK 4, MULE DEER CROSSING, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 7360 PUDU PT, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80922-3188. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 02/28/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Sheila J. Finn #36637 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014585 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

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PUBLIC NOTICES COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700199 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 1, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): Vance M. Johnston Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Home Loan Center, Inc., DBA Lendingtree Loans Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: September 27, 2006 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 30, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206159317 Original Principal Amount: $92,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $89,854.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 20, STETSON HILLS SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 28, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, ACCORIDNG TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 29, 1999 A RECEPTION NO. 099152699. Also known by street and number as: 5179 Weaver Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80922. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/01/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Courtney Wright #45482 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-15-676982-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700201 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 1, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the

County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): MICHAEL W. PRESTON Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR USAA FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: December 09, 2009 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 16, 2009 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 209143716 Original Principal Amount: $137,921.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,710.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 10, BLOCK 2, PARK HILL SUBDIVISION NO. 3, CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 31 N BRENTWOOD DR., COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80909-6516. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/01/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Nichole Williams #49611 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000006599864 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, CITIBANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust: February 16, 2012 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: February 22, 2012 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 212019161 Original Principal Amount: $230,673.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $229,724.28 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4 IN BLOCK 5 IN THE COLORADO SPRINGS RANCH FILING NO. 1, CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 2460 HAYSTACK DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80922-1302. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 06/28/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/5/2017 Last Publication: 6/2/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/01/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly Ryan #32647 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 17-049-29846 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust: September 21, 2006 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 26, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206141938 Re-Recording Information (Reception No and/or Book/Page No.): 206158722 Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust: October 30, 2006 Original Principal Amount: $132,914.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $112,128.27 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 46 IN BLOCK 1 IN CASTLEPOINT TOWNHOMES SUBDIVISION, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4913 BLUESTEM DRIVE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80917. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 07/05/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/12/2017 Last Publication: 6/9/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/02/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David R. Doughty #40042 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014594 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700202 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 1, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): JAMES E. CARTER AND CASSANDRA BJ CARTER Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700204 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 2, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): JEANNE DAMERY Original Beneficiary(ies): ENT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700208 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 3, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): ALVIN J MILLER AND STACY RENEE MILLER Original Beneficiary(ies): MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS

NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE INVESTORS CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: May 02, 2011 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: May 10, 2011 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 211046201 Original Principal Amount: $236,286.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $224,515.35 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION EPC201700208 LEGAL DESCRIPTION THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT 47, IN BLOCK 4, RUSTIC HILLS SUBDIVISION NO. 5, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK I-2 AT PAGE 33 AND AS AMENDED BY ENGINEER’S STATEMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 30, 1968 IN BOOK 2256 AT PAGE 62. PARCEL ID: 6412203045 PURSUANT TO AFFIDAVIT OF SCRIVENER’S ERROR RECORDED ON 10/24/2014 AT RECEPTION NO. 214097796 TO CORRECT LEGAL DESCRIPTION. Also known by street and number as: 1315 DOYLE PL, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80915. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 07/05/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/12/2017 Last Publication: 6/9/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/03/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Sheila J. Finn #36637 JANEWAY LAW FIRM, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 17-014014 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700216 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 8, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): LEBERTA G. RASMUSSEN Original Beneficiary(ies): SEATTLE MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Date of Deed of Trust: November 03, 2006 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: November 08, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206164237 Original Principal Amount: $262,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $119,238.63 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 22 AND 23 IN BLOCK 39, IN THE FIRST ADDITION TO KNOB HILL, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 318 SWOPE AVENUE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80909. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 07/05/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/12/2017 Last Publication: 6/9/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/08/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Nichole Williams #49611 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1199 Bannock Street Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000006570295 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Colorado Springs Business Journal

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PUBLIC NOTICES COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700220 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 9, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): Felix Vallestero Jr Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Bank of America, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: July 21, 2006 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: July 26, 2006 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 206109328 Original Principal Amount: $174,534.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $205,729.44 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 8, BLOCK 1, TURQUOISE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 4757 Turquoise Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80917-1201. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 07/12/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/19/2017 Last Publication: 6/16/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/09/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Erin Robson #46557 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230 Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-16-734419-JS The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. EPC201700229 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 15, 2017, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of El Paso records. Original Grantor(s): Thomas R Miller Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Bank One, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC Date of Deed of Trust: December 07, 2001 County of Recording: El Paso Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 17, 2001 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.): 201184421 Original Principal Amount: $172,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $127,412.39 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT O-21, BLOCK 11, CONSTITUTION HILLS NORTH, FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF EL PASO, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 2630 Leoti Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80922. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 on Wednesday, 07/12/2017, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 5/19/2017 Last Publication: 6/16/2017 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal 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 THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 3838-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov DATE: 03/15/2017 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Karen J. Radakovich #11649 Frascona Joiner Goodman and Greenstein PC 4750 Table Mesa Dr. Boulder, CO 80305-5500 (303) 494-3000 Attorney File # 7192-9680 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. EPC201600896 To: Record Owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled. You are advised that there are overbid funds due you. This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and Demand: Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled: Aaron I Springfield Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner’s interest: 4891 Turning Leaf Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80922 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: April 23, 2009 Recording Information: 209042763 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand: August 22, 2016 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand: 216094208 Legal Description of Property LOT 23, WILLOWIND AT STETSON HILLS FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF EL PASO STATE OF COLORADO. Street Address of Property 4891 Turning Leaf Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80922 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS I sold at public auction, at 10:00 on 1/25/17, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within six months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of El Paso, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the “Unclaimed Property Act”, pursuant to Colorado law. First Publication: 5/5/17 Last Publication: 6/2/17 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal Date: 4/10/17 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS CRS 38-38-111(2.5b)(3a,b,d)(5) PUBLIC TRUSTEE SALE NO. EPC201601029 To: Record Owner of the property as of the recording of the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled. You are advised that there are overbid funds due you. This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust and Notice of Election and Demand: Name of Record Owner as evidenced on the Notice of Election and Demand or other person entitled: GERALD E COLLINS JR Address of Record Owner as evidenced on the recorded instrument evidencing the owner’s interest: 6703 SUMMER GRACE STREET, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80923 Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 30, 2012 Recording Information: 212100969 Recording Date of Notice of Election and Demand: October 12, 2016 Recording Information of Notice of Election and Demand: 216117575 Legal Description of Property LOT 128 IN RIDGEVIEW AT STETSON HILLS FILING NO. 33, IN THE CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO. Street Address of Property 6703 SUMMER GRACE STREET, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80923 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED OVERBID FUNDS I sold at public auction, at 10:00 on 2/8/17, at Robert Russel Building, 105 East Vermijo, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903, to the highest and best bidder for cash, the real property described above. An overbid was realized from the sale and, unless the funds are claimed by the owner or other persons entitled thereto within six months from the date of sale, the funds due to you will be transferred to the general fund of the County of El Paso, State of Colorado, or to the State Treasurer as part of the “Unclaimed Property Act”, pursuant to Colorado law. First Publication: 5/19/17 Last Publication: 6/16/17 Name of Publication: Colorado Springs Business Journal Date: 4/10/17 Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee in and for the County of El Paso, State of Colorado By: Thomas S. Mowle, Public Trustee ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012

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