Delta County Independent, Jan. 9, 2013

NORTH FORK TIMES

SURFACE CREEK NEWS

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A HEALTHY NEW YEAR

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Cedaredge Library is the place to learn how to use your new device, C2

Delta High School swim team hosts New Year opener, C5

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Two pedestrians killed in Grand Mesa parking lot

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

A Grand Junction couple was killed Saturday when a 21-year-old driver from Cedaredge lost control of his vehicle on the icy parking lot at the County Line ski area on Grand Mesa.

Glen and Linda Eyre, 65 and 63 years of age, died at the scene. The accident occurred at about 11:30 a.m. Jan. 5.

The Colorado State Patrol reports that Bradley McKee, 50, of Fruita was driving a 2003 green Subaru Legacy southbound on Highway 65.

He pulled to the right shoulder to allow other southbound vehicles to pass, then began to cross the highway to the parking area on the east side of the highway.

Joshua Ooms, 21, of Cedaredge was northbound in a 1993 Ford Explorer. He swerved to avoid a collision and lost traction. The Explorer struck the Eyres and a Buick Enclave parked in the lot.

McKee had two passengers, as did Ooms. None of the individuals riding in the vehicles suffered injuries.

Cars were parked on both

sides of the highway, which has wide shoulders in that area to provide parking for cross-country skiers who want to access the groomed trails at County Line. According to the CSP, the Eyres were not more than 50 feet from the busy highway.

Moving the parking area off the highway is a priority for the U.S. Forest Service, said Lee Ann Loupe, USFS staff officer.

“We have been working on improving parking areas and providing increased capacity on the mesa for years,” Loupe said. Most recently, the USFS worked with a number of partners and funding sources to complete the Mesa Top parking area, which provides snowmobilers with more space for loading and unloading. That parking area is located well off the highway and is equipped with a restroom.

At County Line, an environmental analysis has been completed and design work is under way for a similar project. Conceptually, Loupe said, the parking area will be enlarged and moved closer to the trailhead on the east

side of the highway. Changing/restroom facilities will be upgraded.

“We hope to be able to start ground work this summer with completion in 2014,” Loupe said. The schedule is dependent upon a number of partners, including the Colorado Department of Transportation, Delta and Mesa counties, Grand Mesa Nordic Council and the Grand Mesa Scenic Byway Association.

Capital investment funding to complete the project is subject to federal appropriations.

The project will cost approximately $325,000 to complete.

Improvements to the Skyway area are also anticipated, providing the USFS can raise the money for capital construction. When partnerships are formed with other entities, grant money can often be obtained for that type of project, Loupe added.

“It was a terrible accident, but the reality is that a driver pulled in front of another person,” she said. It’s the type of accident that can occur anywhere, and it highlights the importance of being aware of other drivers and the surrounding road conditions.

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Ringing in the new year Tony, Lindsy and older brother Ayden Layne welcomed Ryder William to the Chesnik family at 5:55 p.m. Jan. 2. Dr. Peveto and Dr. Keller assisted with the delivery of the first baby of the new year at Delta County Memorial Hospital. Ryder weighed 6 pounds, 1.5 ounces and was 19 inches in length. The Chesniks, who live in Hotchkiss, left the hospital a couple of days later with the newest member of their family and a gift bag with merchandise from local merchants, including the hospital and Fat Cat Pottery.

County moves to ban pot facilities

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Board of County Commissioners has approved on first reading an ordinance prohibiting various “marijuana facilities” in the unincorporated areas of the county, “including but not limited to public and state lands.”

The BoCC will take final action on the ordinance at its second reading Jan. 22.

Recreational use of marijuana was approved by state voters as Amendment 64 to the Colorado constitution in the Nov. 6 general election.

The measure also gives local governments across the state authority to “prohibit the operation of marijuana cultivation facilities, marijuana product manufacturing facilities, marijuana testing facilities, or retail marijuana stores ... .” The county’s proposed ordinance does precisely that.

Marijuana use is illegal under federal statute.

Text of the county ordinance notes that “approximately 54 percent of the votes cast on the (November) ballot were cast against the adoption of Amendment 64 in Delta County.” The county elections department reports the final results as 6,940 in favor of Amendment 64 and 8,679 opposed. Therefore, adoption of the ordinance is consistent with the will of county voters, the ordinance concludes.

The ordinance includes as “unlawful acts” the mainte-

nance of marijuana facilities used for cultivating and various processing of marijuana for wholesale trade; used for analyzing and certifying the safety and potency of marijuana; or, used for purchasing marijuana wholesale and selling marijuana and marijuana products to consumers.

The ordinance provides civil and criminal penalties for violations, including fines of up to $600 per violation.

The ordinance does not speak to possession or use of mari-

juana as unlawful acts.

The ordinance contains a detailed definition of “marijuana” as referenced. It also specifies types of marijuana facilities dealt with, including the following ones: • “Marijuana accessories” include equipment or materials of any kind used in producing, processing or using marijuana.

• “Marijuana cultivation facilities” are considered broadly as “any entity of any kind” used in producing or

processing marijuana at the pre-consumer level.

• “Marijuana establishments” include retail marijuana stores and other types of facilities used in marijuana production, processing or testing.

• “Marijuana product manufacturing facilities” include those that produce marijuana products for consumers, but from which sales direct to consumers do not occur.

• “Marijuana products” include concentrated forms

of the plant and derivatives intended for consumer uses including eating and topical application.

• “Marijuana testing facilities” are ones used for analysis and certification of marijuana.

• “Retail marijuana stores” are operations that sell marijuana or derivative products purchased elsewhere for resale direct to consumers.

Full text of the proposed five-page ordinance is available from the county.

The power of fatherhood

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Fathers are powerful figures in the lives of their children, despite the way they’re often portrayed on television (think Homer Simpson). Yes, they are often the breadwinner in the family, and yes, discipline often falls to dads, but their role can be much more positive and meaningful. That’s the message Ruben Melgoza delivers to fathers who struggle to be part of their children’s lives, either because they’re separated from the birth mother or because they never had a positive male role model in their own lives.

Melgoza works through an “Empowering Dads” grant awarded to the Montrose County Department of Health and Human Services to sup-

port fathers in Delta, Montrose, Ouray and San Miguel counties. He recently opened an office in Columbine Mall in Delta to serve as his base in Delta County.

Melgoza has been involved in social work for most of his adult life but draws on his experience as a father of four in his most recent position as fatherhood coach with Empowering Dads.

“It’s always been very important to me to see a need in the community and try to fill it,” Melgoza said. He was a teen companion coach, working with at-risk youth in Montrose County, when the fatherhood program was implemented seven years ago.

He has since been certified to teach Pairs and Nurturing Fathers classes, two elements

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The League of Women Voters of Montrose County, which serves Montrose and Delta counties, will present an information forum and panel discussion around the topics of oil and gas drilling and fracking on the Western Slope.

The event will take place on Saturday, Jan. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon at Bill Heddles Recreation Center.

There will be a panel of individuals representing interest groups, government, and industry including local participants.

A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. The public is welcome to attend.

of the Empowering Dads program.

One in three children lives in a home where the biological father is absent. According to these “father facts” compiled by Doug Gertner, Ph.D., of Emu Consulting, the price paid by society can be staggering: • 63% of youth suicides are from fatherless homes.

• 90% of all homeless and runaway children are from fatherless homes.

• 85% of all children who exhibit behavioral disorders come from fatherless homes.

• 85% of all youths sitting in prisons grew up in a fatherless home.

Through Empowering Dads, Melgoza provides resources to stabilize, support and strengthen families.

The benefits from having both parents involved in the lives of their children in positive and responsible ways have been well documented.

Melgoza recalls, “My dad never made much money as a grocery clerk but he had five kids and when we sat around the table he was king. He never saw his kids as a burden; he understood they were what made his life worthwhile.”

That’s the kind of self-confidence he wants to pass on to other fathers. Sometimes his first priority is helping the dads get their feet on the ground, to straighten up their own personal lives. “They’re the role model, they’re expected to be the leader in the family but if they focus on FATHERHOOD TO A3

City considers ‘good neighbor’ policy Complaints from two water utility customers who were hit with unexpectedly high bills struck a chord with Delta city manager Justin Clifton and the Delta City Council. Staff has come up with a “good neighbor” policy which was considered by the city council at its regular meeting Jan. 8.

Upon adoption, the policy will allow a one-time adjustment for water breaks and/or leaks that occur in undetectable areas. The undetectable area will be defined as any area where the resident would reasonably be precluded from

detecting the leak within a time frame necessary to complete improvements prior to increased water usage. The allowable adjustment would charge the wholesale rate for all additional water usage above the average usage, determined on a case-by-case basis during the break or leak. The adjustment would apply only to the current billing month.

In any area that should be detected — such as a crawlspace, sprinkler system or leaking toilet — the customer will be expected to pay the full bill at the normally charged rate.

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OPINION

Colorado will save over $280M as Medicaid expands Gov. John Hickenlooper announced plans today to save more than $280 million in Medicaid spending over 10 years, permitting the prudent expansion of coverage in Colorado. Projections show the savings, existing provider fee structure and other healthrelated revenues will more than cover the cost of the expansion.

“We worked diligently over the past several months to find savings in order to expand coverage,” Hickenlooper said.

“Not one dollar from the state’s general fund will be used for this expansion, even in 2017 when the federal government begins to reduce its share.”

The Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) is strengthening its ongoing efforts to control costs and increase value in Medicaid in the following areas: Enhancing valuebased services. For example, HCPF is boosting efforts to ensure clinically appropriate services, prevent unnecessary or duplicative services and to ensure use of the most effective care at the lowest cost. This is projected to save $22 million.

Increasing effectiveness in care delivery. For example, regional organizations and providers in the Accountable Care Collaborative are rewarded for coordinating care and meeting performance benchmarks.

This effort has so far reduced health costs by $20 million and returned $3 million to taxpayers and is expected to save $86 million.

Reforming payment systems to reward value instead of volume. For example, HCPF is providing payments through its Accountable Care Collaborative to coordinate client care and improve outcomes. This is projected to save $86 million.

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efficiency of care. For example, upgraded computer systems allow the state to reduce fraud by enhancing the ability to track claims and payments. This is projected to save $43 million.

Redesigning administrative infrastructure and reducing fraud, waste and abuse. For example, legislation passed last year gives incentives for counties to find and prevent client fraud. This is projected to save $43 million.

“We are focusing on transforming our health system to ensure all Medicaid recipients have access to the right services, at the right time, in the right setting and at the right price,” said Susan E. Birch, executive director of the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing.

“We will reset the cost trajectory of Medicaid by building on the successful work we’ve started with our Accountable Care Collaborative.”

The new coverage levels are authorized by the federal Affordable Care Act and will expand Medicaid coverage to Coloradans earning up to 133 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) beginning on Jan. 1, 2014.

Currently, 133 percent of the FPL is $14,856 for an individual and $30,657 for a family of four. Colorado law already allows Medicaid to cover children and some adults in this income category; the new eligibility standards will enable the state to cover an additional 160,000 adults.

The federal government will cover 100 percent of the costs for the newly-eligible Medicaid population through 2016. In 2017, the federal match rates begin to taper down until 2020, at which point Colorado will be responsible for 10 percent of the costs going forward.

To move forward with the Medicaid expansion, HCPF will file a state plan amendment with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. A state law change is also needed to give HCPF the spending authority for the coming changes. Legislation for this should be introduced soon in the General Assembly.

More information and fact sheets about the Medicaid expansion can be found at www.Colorado. gov/hcpf.

About the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing The department administers the Medicaid and Child Health Plan Plus programs as well as a variety of other programs for low-income Coloradans, families, children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with disabilities. The mission of the department is to improve healthcare access and outcomes for people while demonstrating sound stewardship of financial resources.

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LETTERS A community united can accomplish great things Dear Editor: Our family would like to offer a note of thanks to our neighbors, the community of Crawford and beyond, the many people that offered their insight and professional expertise, and the Delta County Commissioners for their diligence and attention to the facts regarding the M&L Mining proposal for a gravel pit approximately 3⁄4 mile west of the town of Crawford.

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The research done, the information compiled, and the genuine concern for the health, welfare and rights of everyone was overwhelming and inspiring, proving that the power of the people and the political process working together are a remarkable thing.

We live in a pristine setting in western Colorado. We all have chosen to be here for a variety of reasons, and the very fact that the diversity of

our community can join hands in a unified goal of maintaining, preserving and protecting that natural beauty and lifestyle while dealing with the inevitable changes presenting themselves, with integrity and intelligence, is a great thing.

We truly hope that we all may continue to work together and move forward in unity in 2013.

Thank you.

Bob and Candy Pennetta and Family

Take fracking off the table Dear Editor: In writing this e-mail, we speak for just about everyone we know in Gunnison County, as we all hold the same opinion. We are adamantly against the proposal to lease lands in the North Fork Valley for oil and gas interests, especially as regards the fracking methods. ADAMANTLY against!

We chose to move here for many specific reasons.

It is a “given” about the pristine natural beauty

of the wilderness which thrills our senses. It is literally indescribable, daily.

But high upon our list is that here we can find clean, nutrient-packed food grown locally. We enjoy amazing products from the farms, orchards, ranches, and restaurants, all this that is grown and raised locally. It is our dream come true to be so nourished by this lifestyle.

These valleys are so rich and self-sustaining. They absolutely

Clarifying police chief’s salary Dear Editor: Eric Goold in his letter (DCI 12/27/2012) misquotes me and then proceeds to pronounce it inaccurate. What I said was, “Paonia has the highest paid small town police chief in Colorado.”

Eric left off the adjectives. Find me another police chief in a Colorado town with a population less than 2,000 that is being paid over $100K. I further stated that such a salary is on par with the highest paid public officials in Delta County like the school superintendent and the county administrator. Salary. com surveying all the police chiefs and sheriffs nationwide for all sizes of cities and towns finds his salary to be in the top 5%. In addition, parts of the salary, overtime and free housing, have never been approved by the town council.

Altering history

The police in Paonia consume 52% of the general fund. To understand what that means look at the streets. Their repair comes out of the same fund.

Two final points of council etiquette. First, you don’t sign a public letter as a trustee unless it has gone before the whole council for review.

Second, you don’t dis previous members of the council. There are trustees and mayors that I fought with hard but I completely respect them for their service and dedication to Paonia.

David Weber, Paonia

MUST be protected for this unique agricultural community. The potential for this relatively new fracking industry to contaminate water and food resources and livelihoods is immense. The impact is reprehensible.

The proposal to lease to oil and gas interests opens up an invasion of unwanted industry. Thousands of letters were written to BLM last year of which 99% were AGAINST oil and gas development in North Fork Valley. The devastation that a fracking invasion creates is beyond repair for the land and of the people who live here. There’s no way anything that we love and cherish about living here could ever be the same.

Isn’t this reason enough to take the entire issue of leasing or sale to oil and gas companies who want to Frack this landscape OFF the TABLE? Isn’t the strong vote of 99% of the residents heard loudly enough or is our plea to not frack falling on deaf ears?

This land provides for our community now.

Listen to the people. Put an end to the proposal to frack the North Fork Valley once and for all.

Suzanne Pierson Monica Ariowitsch Crested Butte

New Year’s Eve 1940 Dear Editor: I guess it depends on when you consider eve to begin. It was late in the afternoon when I decided to walk to town and get a haircut. Now Bill Ahlin had been our family barber even before I was born and he probably gave me my first haircut. I still have a scar on my left ear from one of my very early encounters with Bill.

As I walked in the door I had a gut feeling this was not a good idea.

Bill was in a shop with a couple other barbers, a bootblack and a parrot. The air was charged with holiday spirit; the radio was booming out a boogie beat, while the barbers hummed along, the bootblack snapped his polishing rag in perfect syncopation and the par-

rot chimed in to complete the cacophony.

Soon enough Bill was ready for me and for once I was not in a hurry. Now Bill was a very good barber, when sober, and at the moment I was wondering about that. The clippers and scissors don’t pose much of a threat but when it comes time to trim around my ears and side burns with a straight razor, I get a little nervous, especially when the razor is keeping time with the music.

Of course, my greatest fears were never realized, I paid my 75 cents and went on my way with a grateful heart and a New Year’s resolution to NEVER again get my hair cut on New Year’s Eve. Jim Andrews Austin

Dear Editor: On Jan. 4, 2013, AP released news that House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi edited (PhotoShopped) the photo of the swearing in of the Democratic congresswomen.

Only 57 of the 61 women showed up for the scheduled photo. Her aides digitally altered the official photo to show images of the four absent members in the photograph. #1: Does this show the lack of responsibility of our elected officials to be at the appointed place at the appointed time for a scheduled event?

Second: Is this another example of our elected leaders “altering” history so as to show their agendas?

Larry M. Head Dear Editor: The Hotchkiss Community dinners for ThankHotchkiss giving and Christmas were a fabulous success and each served approximately 100 people. This was due largely to the volunteers that helped greatly with the dinners. I would also like to thank all the supporters DELTA COUNTY including: NorthFork Bank, North Fork Motel, Kevin INDEPENDENT Clark, Lloyd Burdick, the towns of Hotchkiss and Crawford, Ace Hardware, DMEA Roundup, DCFCU DELTA COUNTY INDEPENDENT and any others I may have forgotten to include. The (UPS 152-700) is published communities of the North Fork Valley truly appreciweekly on Wednesdays at 401 ate you.

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Dear Editor: Thank you to everyone who volunteered for the annual Community Christmas Dinner: greeters, cooks, servers, musicians and entertainers as well as those who helped set up and take down. Donations of food and funding is very much appreciated.

We were truly blessed. It was a great success with the Methodist Fellowship Hall filled with guests throughout the event. Nearly 180 meals were served.

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Fatherhood FROM PAGE A1 that without taking care of their own issues, what kind of role model would they be?”

Melgoza continued, “We try to fill the gaps.

We want to promote and inspire these guys and hopefully get them to understand the importance of being a father.”

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Guys don’t normally reach out for help, but when they do they’re relieved to find someone like Melgoza who will listen to their issues and guide them to a better state.

“I find this job super satisfying,” he said. “I just hope I can come up with the words people need to hear ... the right inspiration for each individual case.”

Often, something is lacking in the fathers’ lives and often that something is a job. Empowering Dads contracts with Colorado Workforce Center to subsidize approximately three months of employment. Frequently the dads need to improve their skills to land a better job, and Empowering Dads can help with that, too.

Melgoza can arrange for mediation between the father and mother, if the relationship is strained, help guys obtain free legal services or establish paternity, and even conduct supervised visits when county techs aren’t available, so dads can see children more often.

There is no charge for any of Melgoza’s services or the classes he teaches.

“As a matter of fact, we’ll help pay for gas,” Melgoza said. “If a dad needs work attire for his new job, we can pay for that, too.”

He meets with guys one-on-one, during classes and at men’s support groups. Referrals come through the school district, social services, word of mouth and the courts, although the program is never mandated. Anyone with children under the age of 18 is eligible for the program — even women, although the focus is obviously on fathers.

“Dads don’t have to meet any income standards or have child support/custody issues, although many of them do,” Melgoza said. “They simply must want to be the best dad they can be.”

Step-by-step guidance is offered through an 11-week Nurturing Fathers course. An eightweek Pairs course teaches mothers and fathers how to communicate better, even if they’re not living together. Melgoza insists on an attitude of respect. “Don’t talk down about Mom when you’re around the kids,” he tells the dads. “That never helps. If we’re serious about spending time with our children, we need to respect their mother.”

In addition to structured classes, Empowering Dads offers family activities where fun is the only thing on the agenda.

Men in the Mix is a popular summertime event which draws close to 700 people to the Montrose County fairgrounds.

For more information about Empowering Dads, call Melgoza at 252-7078 or visit www.empowering dads.com.

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Commissioners take up duties The event was attended by some two dozen Bruce Hovde accepted other elected officials the oath of office as coun- and county department ty commissioner for the supervisors. second time, and Mark Roeber recited his for the first as the newly elected commissioners took their positions of office at courthouse ceremonies on Tuesday.

Hovde, representing District #2 and Surface Creek Valley, won re-election in November, running unopposed. Roeber, a rancher and businessman, will represent District #3 and the North Fork Valley area, taking over from Olen Lund who, after eight years in office, was term-limited.

The oaths of office were administered separately to the two men by County Bruce Hovde accepts the Judge Sandra Miller. oath of office for his second term.

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

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Honored for service County Commissioner Olen Lund, pictured with his wife Debbie, was honored for his eight years of service during a reception at the courthouse on Monday, his last day in office. Lund noted that a lot of things have changed since his first day as a commissioner in 2005 when he was the only person in county government using a laptop computer.

Exploration company considers county wells

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Fram Exploration, the Norway-based gas and oil company that operates the sprawling Whitewater Unit that includes parts of Mesa and Delta counties, is considering its first wells in Delta County, the BoCC was told in a recent report.

The commissioners were given an update on exploration activities last month by local government designee Bruce Bertram. He reported possible drilling activities on private lands north of Delta in the property formerly known as the Lower White Ranch.

Fram, two years ago, began producing oil from its wells in the Whitewater Unit on the Mesa County side of the county line. The company, whose name means “to go forward” in Norwegian, is considering Delta County exploration activities in the same Dakota sandstone formations it is tapping in Mesa County, the BoCC was told.

Several years ago a different drilling company that is no longer in business had put in test wells on the same property Fram is considering north of Delta. That company had drilled four of six proposed wells using an experimental

GOP will elect officers The Delta County Republicans biannual reorganizational meeting will be held Tuesday, Feb. 5, at the Orchard City Town Hall. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. and will include election of a county chairman, vice chairman, secretary and two bonus state committee members.

Don Suppes, who has served as Delta County chairman for the past six years, said he does not plan to seek re-election.

air drilling technique.

Bertram told the BoCC that preliminary ideas about Fram’s expansion into Delta County could involve multiple pad sites with multiple wells from each pad. Five or six well pads could be used as the exploration base for 20 or more wells. Wells would be “directional, but not horizontal.” The project would explore the Dakota formation to a depth of over 2,000 feet, he said.

Mineral rights in the area of Fram’s current interest were auctioned off on a 40-acre parcel by the BoCC on Monday, Jan. 7. There were two bidders for the rights, which went to high bidders Les and Melissa Hamilton for a price of $2,018. Interest in the county’s mineral rights on the 40-acre White Ranch parcel were sparked last year when an exploration industry “land man” associated with Fram offered the county $500 for its mineral rights under the privately owned surface.

The county commissioners at their same meeting Monday also accepted a bid by surface owners for mineral rights in the Dominguez Canyon area. Fortunate Fruit LLC was the lone bidder on the rights underlying 27.41 acres north of the Gunnison River.

Other points covered by the local government designee’s report included the following ones: • Gunnison Energy Corporation is “pretty much done” with drilling activities at its Iron Point well north of Paonia near the county line. Production testing has taken place there.

• The GEC well at Spaulding Peak north of Cedaredge was at almost 12,000 feet; about 6,000 horizontal and the remainder vertical, and heading to a total depth of some 13,000 feet.

• Many questions about GEC’s truck traf-

fic on Surface Creek Road were fielded and answered by Bertram during a neighborhood meeting recently.

• Proposed new state regulations on oil and gas producers are “precipitating major ques- Mark Roeber is sworn tions in the industry,” into office for his first term.

Bertram said.

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BIRTHS Daniel Meza and Zury Delval of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Daylanie Maribel Meza, born Jan. 2, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces and was 19 inches in length.

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at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 9 pounds, 3 ounces and was 21 inches in length.

Brian and Kate McPherson of Cedaredge are the parents of a daughter, Anne Marie McPherson, born Dec. 31, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 5 pounds, 10.6 ounces and was 18 inches in length.

Tony and Lindsy Chesnik of Hotchkiss are the parents of a son, Ryder William Chesnik, born Jan. 2, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 Kevin Valdez and pounds, 1.5 ounces and Amanda Rogers of Eckwas 19 inches in length. ert are the parents of a daughter, Shelbie Marie Charlie and Morgan Valdez, born Dec. 27, Stringer of Austin are 2012, at Delta County the parents of a daugh- Memorial Hospital. She ter, Annabelle Marie weighed 6 pounds, 8.6 Stringer, born Dec. 27, ounces and was 19 inches 2012, at Delta County in length.

Memorial Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 12.2 Mark and Amanda ounces and was 19 inches Hanson of Montrose are in length. the parents of a daughter, Kylee Ray Hanson, Shawn and Chelsey born Dec. 19, 2012, at St. Larson of Paonia are the Mary’s Hospital in Grand parents of a son, Spen- Junction. She weighed 8 cer Wiley Larson, born pounds, 14 ounces and Dec. 31, 2012, at Delta was 20.5 inches in length.

County Memorial Hospi- She has a big sister, Aalital. He weighed 6 pounds, yah.

1 ounce and was 18.75 inches in length.

Lora and Aaron Crick of Delta are the parents of a son, Jaxson Duke Crick, born Dec. 31, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 5 pounds, 5 ounces and was 18 inches in length.

His grandparents are Wayne and Margie Crick and Jose and Luiz Flores, all of Delta.

Tha Su and Dah Eh Kaw of Delta are the parents of a son, Sher Tee Kaw, born Dec. 28, 2012,

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Bridget and Roy Spiker and Scott Herndon of Delta and Montrose announce the marriage of their daughter, Jarika Niquole Herndon, to PFC Victor GuiterrezMartinez, son of Claudia and Matthew Duran of Aurora.

Great-grandmothers Beulah Scott of Ouray and Maria Guiterrez of Delta were unable to attend the ceremony due to the weather, but were there in spirit.

The couple exchanged vows surrounded by family, friends and their daughter Alaska at a small ceremony held at the Delta County Courthouse Dec. 31, 2012.

The bridal party included the bride’s sister and best friend, Jourdan Herndon of Montrose, niece Rielynn Herndon, step-brother Devin Spiker of Delta, grandmother Dianne Davis of Montrose, and Teresa Bigham of Delta. The groom’s party included cousins Edgar Tejada and Jessika Padilla of Delta, and his uncle and aunt, Armondo and Patricia Tejada of Delta.

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The bride wore a white camp in Fort Benning, Ga., Ft. Hood, Texas, where the wedding dress with a on Nov. 18, 2012. They will groom is stationed with veil made by her mother, be making their home at the U.S. Army.

Bridget. The groom was in his Army uniform for the ceremony. Little Alaska slept through the whole wedding, not interested in her parents’ nuptials but very content to hang out with her grandpa Roy. The reception was hosted by the groom’s family in Delta later that day. The Chavez family provided traditional Mexican food for the couple and all those who attended.

The bride is a 2011 graduate of Delta High School and is a cashier at Target in Montrose. The groom is a 2012 graduate of Delta High School and graduated from Army boot Jarika (Herndon) and Victor Guiterrez-Martinez

Community concert celebrates the piano The Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association presents “Celebrating the Piano,” a concert by two accomplished pianists, on Friday, Jan. 18, at the Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education, 822 Grand Avenue in Delta. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and features Susan Ellinger of Paonia and Andrea AreseElias of Grand Junction, both of whom have extensive résumés which attest to their technical skills.

Originally, the association had arranged for the concert to be presented by Ellinger and Jill Olson of Delta, but Olson suffered an injury which prevents her from performing. Dr. Arese-Elias has graciously agreed to play in her place.

In addition to providing an entertaining evening of fine music for solo piano, the concert association is presenting this concert to demonstrate the quality of its Baldwin grand piano. Through the generosity of many contributors from the community, the Baldwin was acquired by the association in 2011 to replace its aging Steinway. The performers will present a pro-

gram of familiar classical pieces by renowned composers including Chopin, Ravel and Debussy. Also featured will be a string quartet made up of members of the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra who will play a Haydn concerto with Ellinger.

The quartet includes the orchestra’s concertmaster, Carlos Elias on violin, Alisha Bean on violin, Michelle Berry on viola and Kristen Yeon-Ji Yun on cello.

The two pianists have impressive résumés.

Dr. Arese-Elias, born in Argentina, made her recital debut at age 11 and her orchestral debut at 14 with the Cordoba National Symphony Orchestra of Argentina.

She earned a bachelor of music degree with honors from the National University of Cordoba and received both master and doctoral degrees in piano performance from the University of Cincinnati, College-Conservatory of Music. She has performed internationally as well as in the United States and is the recipient of a number of awards.

Ellinger won the National Baldwin Junior Keyboard Achievement Award at age 13 and has received top prizes at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and Manhattan School of Music. She has performed both as a soloist and a chamber musi$85 includes instruction, cian, presenting recitals a book and a CD. Please at several venues includregister by 5 p.m. Jan. ing Carnegie Hall’s Weill 24.

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Youth, adults can learn guitar Youth and adults will learn hand positioning, picking, strumming and chords on the guitar. Lessons are taught by professional John McCoy on Saturdays, Jan. 26 through Feb. 23. Classes will be held at Bill Heddles Recreation Center from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

This class is designed as an introduction for those with no guitar experience or for those who are self taught and would like to improve their technique. Please bring your own guitar to class (no amplifiers please).

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Admission is available to Community Concert Association members holding season tickets or through tickets purchased at the door at a cost of $20 for adults and $5 for students. For more information, call Bob Brown at 835-4480, Ron Austin at 874-7970, Sue Roushar at 249-9514, or visit www.deltamontrose concerts.com.

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Call Rodney Gillespie at 399-3177 to arrange an audition.

TEXAN RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE Every time I serve this creamy chicken casserole, it gets rave reviews. The recipe was passed down to me and is so good! It’s really easy to make, freezes well and has just a touch of heat. If your family likes more, add some jalapenos! —Kendra Doss, Smithville, Missouri 8 Servings Prep: 25 min. Bake: 30 min.

1 large onion, finely chopped 2 celery ribs, finely chopped 1 medium green pepper, finely chopped 1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 garlic clove, minced 3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reducedfat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reducedfat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undilut-

ed 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained 1 tablespoon chili powder 12 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-inch strips 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, celery and peppers in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the chicken, soups, tomatoes and chili powder.

Line the bottom of a 3-qt. baking dish with half of the tortilla strips; top with half of the chicken mixture and 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

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Medical mission inspires local care providers

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

A surgical mission trip to the Honduras was such a fulfilling experience for Dr. Douglas Huene, Jessica Lapena and Gwen Eslinger, all three Delta County residents plan to return to the Central American country.

The trip was arranged through Global Health Outreach, a ministry affiliated with the Christian Medical and Dental Associations, of which Dr. Huene is a member.

As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Huene’s primary focus was hip and knee replacements for indigent patients. Gwen Eslinger, a surgical tech, and Jessica Lapena, a registered nurse who circulates through the operating room, are both employed at Delta County Memorial Hospital. In the Honduras, their team included five orthopaedic surgeons, four registered nurses, two technicians and a prayer team.

The first step was evaluating patients to determine who would get the free joint replacements.

How serious was their disability? Had they tried other solutions? How debilitated were they by

their problem?

Multiple patients in multiple locations waiting for hours with their families then went home to wait some more for a phone call letting them know they’d been selected for surgery. One of the last candidates was contacted at 11 p.m. the night before surgery was to take place. She made the four-hour drive and showed up at the hospital at 3 a.m.

Evaluations took place on Saturday and surgeries were scheduled Monday-Friday. The five surgeons successfully completed 43 operations.

Training was an important component of the mission trip, as the U.S. doctors worked side by side with Honduran physicians and nurses.

The training provided in the Honduras does not include any joint replacement experience, Dr. Huene explained. Only by working with doctors from the U.S. can they gain that knowledge.

Dr. Huene speaks some Spanish and said he managed to communicate well enough to perform surgeries and share his techniques.

“The best part of this

experience was helping patients who financially had no resources whatsoever and therefore no hope of getting care their entire lives,” Dr. Huene explained. “By going and doing this you’re giving these patients an opportunity to live a life with less pain, more function and for a lot of the younger people, the ability to support their families.

It’s amazing to see these patients in a functional status in their jobs yet with these incredible disabilities.”

Overall, Dr. Huene said his patients were healthier than many Americans. The Hondurans have a more active lifestyle, less obesity, and don’t seem to indulge in drinking and smoking to excess.

On post-op visits, Dr. Huene and his staff were greeted by happy faces, smiles and thank yous.

“Despite having no pain medication after surgery they were all very grateful and never complained of pain,” Dr. Huene said.

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Parents and teachers found a presentation on American colonies very informative. The presentation gave the third graders an opportunity to demonstrate what they’d learned about the particular region they’d studied.

Third graders become American colonists at GMES The students in Mrs. Tilelli and Mrs. Theobald’s third grade classes at Garnet Mesa Elementary spent six weeks gaining knowledge of the three regions of the American colonies. The unit, titled “Historical Sources,” focuses on the district’s essential outcomes based on state reading, writing, and social studies standards for third grade. The students read, researched, took notes, wrote reports and opinion pieces, participated in class discussions, made cultural crafts, and worked in cooperative

groups to gain ownership and knowledge of a particular colonial region.

The highlight (aka: the engaging scenario) of the unit was a colonial American Christmas luncheon and living museum. Family members were invited to interact with the “colonists” (students dressed in costume and acting as colonial children) during a colonial luncheon. Parents brought a potluck dish from foods regionally grown or culturally appropriate to their child’s colonial region.

After the luncheon, students were stationed

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A six-week unit on the American colonist culminated with a colonial Christmas luncheon and living museum. Students dressed in costume and played the parts of colonial children.

in their colony. The guests visited each regional colony during a question and answer session where students demonstrated their understanding of the factors that made each region unique and to share their folders, written work and crafts. The experience held students accountable for their learning while enjoying the experience with their classmates and families.

Many parents commented on how interesting and educational it was for them, too.

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The medical team from Global Health Outreach included (on the right) Dr. Douglas Huene, Jessica Lapena RN, and Gwen Eslinger.

U.S. standards, sterility was lacking but patients served by the Global Health Outreach have never suffered post-op infections.

“Infection is always a concern, but we realize we do the best we can with what we know.”

Dr. Huene talked about one man whose knees had been fused in a bent position as long as he could remember. Although he walked “like a monkey,” with his knees bent, he was still working and supporting his family. Dr. Huene reports he woke up in the recovery room and started praising God because he hadn’t seen his knees straight in his 48 years.

“If someone comes in to Delta County Memorial Hospital with a broken hip and they need a replacement, they get a replacement,” Dr. Huene explained. “There, they ask if you can you afford a replacement and if you say no, they ask if you can afford screws, a more inferior but cheaper way of fixing the problem. If patients can’t afford the screws, they’re told to come back when they find the money. Or, they’ll take the hip out and leave the patient without a hip.”

Gwen was particularly impressed by the Honduran doctors and nurses who worked long hours despite the fact they hadn’t been paid for months. Rather than complain about the additional workload, they pooled their money and bought the Americans lunch from McDonald’s on their last day in the Honduras.

When they weren’t in the operating room or evaluating patients, the Americans visited an after school program and the Valley of Angels, a mountain village known for its handicrafts.

The church-run after school program helps fill the gaps in the children’s education which occur every year when the teachers go on strike for about half the school year. Without the supplemental lessons, the children would quickly fall

behind.

In March, Dr. Huene will make a return trip with his two older children, Brian, 21, and Aidan, 19, both students at Oral Roberts University. Brian and Aidan will be part of the prayer team but will also help out in the operating room cleaning and organizing instruments.

Dr. Huene traveled to Afghanistan with his father, also an orthopaedic surgeon, in 1976 and has taken part in a couple of mission trips to Juarez, Mexico, which focused on construction. This trip was similar in nature,

yet more focused in that the surgeons knew exactly what they would be doing.

“You can’t just show up and start doing joint replacements,” Dr. Huene explained.

Successful operations require the right implants and the right equipment, all of which had to be lined up in advance. Zimmer and Biomet, leaders in knees and hips, provided the implants plus some instruments.

“This was a great experience for me and I’m pleased to make it more of a longterm thing,” Dr. Huene said.

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Training was an important component of a medical mission trip to the Honduras. The medical team from Delta found it especially gratifying to know the joint replacements were going to patients who would never have been able to afford them.

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If getting fit was one of your New Year’s resolutions, you’re not alone.

But how do you get started and stick with it?

You may find the answer at Anytime Fitness, which opens in Delta in mid-January. As a 24-hour secure access health club, Anytime Fitness is all about conve-

nience — you can work out any time using a variety of equipment and programs to help you reach your fitness or weight loss goals.

Club director Matt Luttrell will be on hand to make sure you get off to a great start. A meeting with personal trainer Sarah Kornhauser is the first step in making sure you understand

the equipment and how to optimize its use in a safe and effective manner. Club director Emily Wilson oversees both the Delta and Montrose clubs, which are owned

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Luttrell was born and raised in Montrose and recently graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a degree in sports management. Wilson also grew up in Montrose and has a degree in business management.

Coffey owns five Anytime Fitness franchises in Colorado. When he opened the Montrose club six years ago, it was the 200th in the nation. The Delta club is the 2,000th, illustrating the popularity of the Anytime Fitness franchise, which is ranked #6 in the 2013 Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list.

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“We’re not just another health club,” Luttrell said.

“Our mission is to create a healthier Colorado, one community at a time.” They’re planning a fundraiser for Drug Free Delta County and have joined the Delta Area Chamber of Commerce and Delta County Economic Development.

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VFW Post 3571 and its Ladies Auxiliary is planning a fundraiser to benefit the post’s new building. On May 4, a golf tournament will be held. Sponsors who are willing to donate $75 or more would be greatly appreciated. Prizes are also welcomed.

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Colorado’s cities faring better than others across the nation A National League of Cities survey shows the nation’s cities will end 2012 with a 3.9 percent decrease in municipal revenue when compared with 2011. The news is much better in Colorado, where the Colorado Municipal League’s 2013 “State of our Cities and Towns” report lists 47 percent of Colorado municipalities closing out 2012 with increased revenue over 2011 and 31 percent with no major change in revenue. Interestingly, this is nearly an exact reversal from three years ago when 46 percent reported lower revenue. Eighty-three percent of large Front Range cities report increased revenue for 2012 as compared with 54 percent on the Western Slope and 18 percent on the Eastern Plains.

Municipalities continue to budget conservatively: • 30 percent have again cut street maintenance.

• 11 percent will reduce police budgets.

• Employee health care costs, unfunded street and water/waste-

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Infrastructure: Infrastructure is at the core of municipalities, and the inability to meet these needs is concerning. The municipal legacy of the Great Recession will surely be the growing backlog of infrastructure needs: • 59 percent report a backlog of street projects.

• 33 percent have drinking water or sewer projects that need funding.

The price tag for needed water and wastewater infrastructure in Colorado has increased from $4.5 billion in 2011 to $7.5 billion in 2013.

Economic development: Throughout the recession, municipalities have been working to improve their local economies by investing in economic development activities.

According to the report, 88 percent of municipalities participate in one or more economic development

Donna Deleff, Certified Groomer, is now taking appointments for dog and cat grooming at Deleff Kennels, a pet boarding facility in Delta. She completed her education at Paws Grooming Academy and is experienced in grooming techniques specific to the various breeds. Services range from nail trimming to baths to full grooming. “I received education in the latest techniques, and I’m excited to offer my services in the Delta area,” she said.

One area of expertise is table drying pets versus cage drying. “It’s less dry-

Leland, a miniature Schnauzer, needs some attention from Donna Deleff.

ing time for the animal, and I can dry the hair in the direction it should lay so the style holds up longer between grooming appointments. I also use the high-velocity dryer to blow out the undercoat in dogs with heavier coats that shed, such as Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, and Pomeranians.

If your car and furniture are covered with pet hair, a good grooming will help ease your frustration.”

Paws Grooming Academy is located in Liz’s Pampered Pet Parlor in Grand Junction. Instructor Nanette Loya and owner Liz Valentine, both Certified Master Groomers, were so pleased with Donna’s performance they added her to the staff at the salon where she will work on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Donna has over 450 hours of experience at Paws Academy, grooming over 150 animals during her studies.

“Donna is an incredibly talented lady with a special gift to offer the grooming industry and her animal clients,” said Nanette Loya, NCMG. Ms. Valentine adds, “Donna has been one of our best students and has put her own creativity into it. She’s loving and caring for each pet she has done. She is an excellent groomer. You must see what she can do! We are very proud to add her to our staff.”

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He was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters.

Arrangements are being handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

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Vollie Sanford Jr. Delta resident Vollie Sanford Jr. died Dec. 31, 2012. He was 84.

A private inurnment will be held at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado in Grand Junction. A memorial service will be held June 9. Details will be published closer to that date.

Vollie Sanford Jr. was born Sept. 27, 1928, in Calhoun, La., to Vollie and Lizzie Mae (Roan) Sanford Sr. He grew up in Calhoun, graduating from Calhoun High School. After graduation he joined the U.S. Air Force. He served four years and was honorably discharged.

He married Billie Jean Fulmer on Aug. 17, 1952, in Wasco, Calif.

In 1984 the couple moved to Delta County from Bakersfield, Calif., where he was a member of the Valley Baptist Church. He and Billie still watched the Sunday service via Skype. He was also a member of the Grand Mesa VFW Post #9221.

Mr. Sanford enjoyed his family and friends, camping, fishing, and volunteering with the Council Tree Pow Wow where he was a Volunteer of the Year in 2007.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Billie Sanford of Delta; his five children, Tamara Sanford of Portland, Ore., Adrian Gonzales and her husband Louis of Bakersfield, Calif., Donna Herod and her husband David, Vollie Ray Sanford and his wife Reylene, and Warren Sanford and his wife Chrystal, all of Delta; a brother, Kenneth “Sonny” Sanford of San Antonio, Texas; a halfbrother, Donnie Sanford of Calhoun, La.; two sisters, Laurice Templeton and her husband Scott of Pearland, Texas, and Jo Miller of San Antonio, Texas; two half-sisters, Sherry Sanford and Linda Sanford, both of Calhoun, La., 20 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and a great-grandson on the

Ill.; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Wayne; her sister, Barbara; and her brothers, James Madigan and Raymond Madigan.

A celebration of life service will be held at Presbyterian Church in Carson City, Nev.

Edgar Taylor Jr. Edgar Taylor Jr. died Jan. 1, 2013, at his home in Delta. He was 88.

A memorial service was held Jan. 8 at the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Delta.

Inurnment followed at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado in Grand Junction.

Edgar Wayne Taylor Jr. was born to Edgar and Velma (Williams) Taylor June 10, 1924, in Rexford, Kan. He spent his childhood and attended schools in Kansas.

He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. On July 15, 1978, he married Fronia Mae Davis in Overland, Kan. The couple lived in several areas including Moses Lake, Wash., Kalispell, Mont., and Delta. They celebrated 34 years of marriage this year.

Mr. Taylor owned and operated a dry cleaning business in Moses Lake, Wash. When he was younger he enjoyed coaching Little League and Pony League baseball teams. He played on a semi-pro baseball team in Kansas for seven years. He was a lifetime member of the VFW. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Fronia Taylor of Delta; two sons, Ron Taylor of Fort Collins and Don Taylor of Maryland; four daughters, Gail Hargraves and Tara Taylor, both of Buckley, Wash., Samantha Dobert of Hudson, N.Y., and Niki Orando of Silverdale, Wash.; two stepchildren, Yvonne Russell of Las Lunas, N.M., and Ron Davis of Moses Lake, Wash.; one sister, Eileen Grose of Overland, Kan.; six grandchildren; seven

Commit to quit tobacco With the new year, many people will make the commitment to improve their health by making resolutions. Quitting smoking or tobacco is one of the best ways to improve a person’s overall health.

“It’s important to remember that once you commit to quit tobacco, you might have to make several attempts,“ says Emma Goforth, tobacco cessation expert at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. “Most people do. That’s because nicotine is very addictive. But people shouldn’t give up trying just because they haven’t succeeded in the past. There are multiple resources to help people quit.”

Celebrating 10 years of service, the Colorado QuitLine offers a free telephone coaching service to quit using tobacco. Along with personalized coaching, the service provides a free supply of nicotine patches or gum. Colorado residents can call 1 800 QUIT NOW (1-800-7848669). Additional resources are available at www. coquitline.org or www. facebook.com/quitlineco.

“When people quit, they’ll feel their health improve immediately,” said Karen O’Brien,

stepgrandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and eight stepgreat-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, Bill, Francis and Kenneth Taylor; and one sister, Zelma Woodard.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, P.O. Box 24, Delta, CO 81416.

Arrangements were handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

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health educator at the Delta County Health Department. “Within 20 minutes after quitting, their heart rate and blood pressure will drop. And within 12 hours, their carbon monoxide levels in the blood decrease.

They’ll feel better and breathe easier, too.”

Long-term health benefits of quitting include lowering your risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke and increasing your overall health and life-span.

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States and can lead to severe health problems – including cancer, heart disease and strokes.

About 4,300 Coloradans die every year from tobacco-related illnesses.

Annual Colorado healthcare costs directly caused by tobacco use exceed $1.3 billion.

Additionally, research shows that secondhand smoke causes heart disease and lung cancer in non-smoking adults and is a known cause of sudden infant death syndrome or SIDS, respiratory problems, ear infections, and asthma attacks in infants and children. Even brief exposure to secondhand smoke can trigger heart attacks.

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Rita Dean Rita M. Dean of Carson City, Nev., died Dec. 24, 2012. She was 85.

Rita M. Madigan was born to James and Bernadine Madigan June 10, 1927, in Chicago, Ill. She married Wayne Dean on May 5, 1955, in Raton, N.M. She was very active in the Delta community in the 1970s.

Before moving to Nevada in 1980, she and Wayne owned and operated Wayne’s Drive-In in Delta for six years.

Mrs. Dean is survived by her sons, David Dean of Carson City, Nev., Patrick Dean of Oklahoma City, Okla., Mike and Tom Dean, both of Denver; her daughters, Kathy Dean of Carson City, Nev., Linda Dent and Donna Knight, both of Denver; her sister, Delores Huyler of Gardnerville, Nev.; her brothers, Robert Madigan of Los Angeles, Calif., and Tom Madigan of Chicago,

Karen Elizabeth Bangert Roberts died Dec. 16, 2012, in Wake Forest, N.C. She was 70.

She was diagnosed with cancer Nov. 15 while she was still teaching.

She was born in Delta on Nov. 3, 1942, to Dave and Lola Mae (Myers) Bangert. After graduating from Delta High School in 1961 she attended Mesa Junior College and received her bachelor of arts degree from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. She earned a master’s degree from CU - Boulder.

In 1965 she married Lloyd Roberts. They divorced after 20 years of marriage.

Mrs. Roberts lived in Grand Junction, Greeley, Denver, Hartford, Conn., and Wilmington, N.C., before returning to Delta where she taught language arts at Delta Middle School.

She enjoyed raising her children, traveling in the U.S., skiing the Alps, sailing the Atlantic on the BenElis and touring China.

She is survived by her son, Ben Roberts of

Canandaigua, N.Y.; her daughter, Rev. Elizabeth Roberts and her husband Aaron Muscle of Wake Forest, N.C.; her grandchildren, Libby Muscle and Wesley Muscle; her mother, Lola Bangert of Delta; her brothers, Lawrence, his wife Sylvia and their five children of Reno, Nev., Cecil Bangert and his daughter of Delta, and Buckley Bangert and his wife Molly of Cortez; her sisters, Peggy McCool, her husband Morris and their four children of Kent, Wash., and Debra Bonzek and her husband Henry of Grand Junction.

She was preceded in death by her father, Dave Bangert; and a brother, Larry Bangert.

A service of death and resurrection will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at Delta United Methodist Church.

Memorial contributions may be sent to the Methodist Home for Children, 1041 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC 27605, or to a non-profit of one’s choice.

Arrangements were handled by Renaissance Funeral Home.

Earlynne Barcus Helen “Earlynne” Barcus of Crawford died Jan. 4, 2013, at Paonia Care Center. She was 81.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m. at the Crawford Community United Methodist Church with Rev. John Hiestand officiating.

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1931, to Earl and Helen (Johnson) Butters in Greeley. From the age of 9 she was raised by her aunt and uncle in Fruita.

She graduated from Fruita Union High School in 1949. After graduation she received her bachelor’s degree from Western State College in Gunnison and her master’s degree from Brigham Young University.

She married John Barcus on July 24, 1950, in Fruita. They lived in Crawford since her retirement in 1989.

Mrs. Barcus was a member of the Crawford Community United Methodist Church, UMW, S & B Quilters, Canyon Wrenderings Audubon Society, Friends of the Crawford State Park and North Fork Trails Network of which she and John were founders. She enjoyed her family and friends, quilting, reading, walking, hiking and cooking.

She is survived by her husband, John Barcus of Crawford; two sons, Gary Barcus and his wife Wendi of Ventura, Calif.; and Marty Barcus and his wife Debbie of Hamilton, Mont.; her daughter, Janie White and her husband Duane of Grand Junction; a granddaughter, Taylor Barcus; two stepgrandchildren, Heather King and Sean Beinlich; and three stepgreat-grandchildren, Colin, Alex and Brooklyn King.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Glenn and Dean Butters; and her sister, Marion Butters.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Crawford Community United Methodist Church, 297 Dogwood Avenue, Crawford, CO 81415.

Arrangements are being handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

Free ESL classes offered Free adult ESL classes will be held at the Delta Center. Register for classes Jan. 8-31 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday through Friday at the Delta Center, 822 Grand Avenue, Delta. Many beginning and intermediate levels are available.

Limited spaces available in advanced levels. Call 874-9517 x37 for more information.

Classes are also offered at the libraries in Paonia, 270-5339; Hotchkiss, 874-9630; and Delta, 8749630.

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The City of Delta, will receive sealed bids at the City of Delta Public Works Department, 360 Main Street, Delta, Colorado, for the 2012 Phase I - 2nd Street Storm Sewer Project until 2:00 p.m. on 30th January, 2013. Bids will not be opened in public.

This project generally consists of replacing the existing 24” and 18” storm sewers in 2nd Street from Columbia Street to the Alley directly east of Dodge Street with new storm sewers ranging in size from 60” to 18” in diameter, construction of appurtenant storm sewer structures (i.e. manholes, catch basins and connecting piping), and restoration of areas disturbed by construction. In addition to the storm sewer infrastructure installation, a 2-inch mill & asphalt overlay will be installed within the same section of 2nd Street. All work will be managed under the direction of the City of Delta Public Works Department.

The Contract Documents will be available beginning 9th January, 2013. The Contract Documents may be obtained in person at the following location from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays:

City of Delta City Hall 360 Main Street Delta, CO 81416

OR

City of Delta Web Site cityofdelta.net Under RFPs

The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder, as determined by the statement of qualifications and the bid, which is deemed to be in the best interest of the City. The City reserves the right to accept the bid by a competent bidder that will result in the lowest cost to the City. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any Bid without disclosing the reason therefore.

No bids may be withdrawn after the opening of bids, without consent of City of Delta, for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of opening of bids. The successful bidder or bidders will be required to furnish satisfactory performance and payment bonds equal to the full amount of each bid or proposal if the bid exceeds $50,000 as outlined in the contract.

All bids must be submitted in writing on the forms provided, and must be signed by the bidder or his duly authorized agent.

A8 Wednesday, January 9, 2013 Ida Rose Cruse Paonia resident Ida Rose Cruse died Dec. 31, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 80.

A rosary was held Jan. 4 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

OBITUARIES in Hotchkiss. A mass of Christian burial was held Jan. 5, with Father Ernest presiding. Burial followed at Riverside Cemetery in Hotchkiss.

voet on May 25, 1932, in Hotchkiss. She spent her childhood and attended school in Hotchkiss. After graduation she attended Western State College in Ida Rose Holvoet Gunnison. was born to Joseph and On Feb. 4, 1954, she Elizabeth (Verraest) Hol- married William “Boyd”

Keep your home warm this winter with help from LEAP Winter has arrived in Colorado bringing cold weather and leaving many Coloradans struggling with the costs of heating their homes.

Colorado’s Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) offers help to eligible Coloradans by providing financial assistance with home heating bills. LEAP began accepting applications on Nov. 1 and will continue to accept applications thru April 30, 2013.

LEAP is a federally funded program that provides cash assistance to help families and individuals pay a portion of winter home heating costs.

The program pays the highest benefits to those with the highest heating bills and lowest incomes by family size. Applicant income may not exceed 150 percent of the federal poverty index which is $2,882 per month before taxes for a household of four people. The average LEAP benefit is estimated to be $302 per household.

To qualify for LEAP, applicants must be responsible for paying heating costs directly to an energy provider, fuel dealer or as part of rent; be a permanent legal resident of the United States and Colorado or have household members who are U.S. citizens.

“This season approximately 78,580 Colorado

families have applied for LEAP and the program has helped nearly 55,917 families cover heating costs, ensuring that thousands of Coloradans will remain warm throughout the winter,” said Aggie Berens, LEAP manager.

Although LEAP provides assistance with heating bills, there are additional ways to keep a home warm and safe during the frigid winter months. The Center for Disease Control offers the following winter preparedness tips: Heat Your Home Safely If you plan to use a wood stove, fireplace, or space heater, be extremely careful. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and remember these safety tips: • Use fireplace, wood stoves, or other combustion heaters only if they are properly vented to the outside and do not leak flue gas into the indoor air space.

• Use only the type of fuel your heater is designed to use — don’t substitute.

• Do not place a space heater within 3 feet of anything that may catch on fire. Never place a space heater on top of furniture or near water, and never leave children unattended near a space heater.

Conserve Heat If you don’t need extra

ventilation, keep as much heat as possible inside your home. Avoid unnecessary opening of doors or windows. Close off unneeded rooms, stuff towels or rags in cracks under doors, and close draperies or cover windows with blankets at night.

Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Install a smoke detector and a battery-operated carbon monoxide detector in the home. Test them monthly, and replace batteries twice yearly.

All Coloradans who think they may qualify for LEAP are encouraged to call 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435) or visit www.colorado.gov/cdhs/ leap to view the most current program application requirements.

LEAP applicants must provide a copy of valid identification and a completed affidavit indicating that they are lawfully present in the United States.

Completed LEAP applications can be faxed, mailed or delivered to the appropriate county office. Potential program applicants may obtain an application through the following: • Call 1-866-HEATHELP (1-866-432-8435) to have an application mailed.

• Visit any county department of social/ human services across the state. To locate your county’s office, visit the program’s website at www. colorado.gov/cdhs/leap.

• Download and print an application from www. colorado.gov/cdhs/leap or www.cdhs.state.co.us/ leap>.

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Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado is looking for dedicated people to make volunteering to provide support and companionship to members of the community their New Year’s resolution in 2013.

Volunteering is such a rewarding experience, Joyce Raney explains. “I wanted to give back to the community. What I didn’t realize was that I was getting much more than I could give — if I volunteered seven days a week I couldn’t repay Hospice for all that they’ve done for me. It gives me peace, joy and hope.”

Patient and family support volunteers are able to be a part of the community, meet new people, and make a difference in someone’s life. Hospice offers flexible scheduling, ongoing support and training, and a variety of tasks the volunteer can choose to participate in including visiting with a patient, sharing hobbies and stories, reading to a patient, running errands, relieving the caregiver for a small amount of time and providing transportation.

“Our patients need your help,” said Diane Dickey, director of volunteer services. “Hospice volunteers make everything possible in this organization. Each volunteer makes a fundamental impact on the lives of others in our community. We have a need for volunteers to give of their time and talents in a variety of ways.”

Call Trinda Nelson, volunteer coordinator, at 874-6823 to find out how your skills and talents can be utilized in 2013.

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Cruse in Delta. They celebrated 54 years of marriage before Boyd died in 2008.

Mrs. Cruse was a member of the Catholic Church and the Cottonwood Club.

She enjoyed being a wife and mother, watching the Rockies and Broncos play, quilting, crafts and crossword puzzles.

She is survived by one son, Richard Cruse and his wife Debbie of Wellington; two daughters, Carol Childs and her husband Bob of Paonia, and Barbara Gehl and her husband Russ of Toponas; two brothers, Charlie Holvoet and his wife Jennie of Wichita, Kan., and Joe Holvoet and his wife Janice of Hotchkiss; one sister, Elizabeth Kuta of Delta; four grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; a sister, Mary Ann Brown; and two brothers, Henry Holvoet and John Holvoet.

Memorial contributions may be made at First State Bank of Colorado.

Arrangements were handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

William Hammett William D. Hammett died Jan. 6, 2013, at his home in Cedaredge. He was 71.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Cedaredge.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 10, at St. Philips Catholic Church in Cedaredge, with Rev. Mark Bettinger officiating.

Interment will follow at Cedaredge Cemetery.

William David Hammett was born Nov. 28, 1941, in Seattle, Wash., to Francis and Mary (Honeywell) Hammett.

He served in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed music and reading.

Mr. Hammett is survived by his three broth-

ers, Francis “Bud” Hammett of Montrose, Forest “Eddie” Hammett and his wife Cheryl of Cedaredge, and Joe Hammett; two sisters, Mary Ann Peterson and her husband Buckley of Cedaredge, and Sue Hainer and her husband Curtis of Grand Junction.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Bonnie Pappas and Barbara Penick.

Arrangements are being handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

Mark your calendar It’s time for the City of Delta’s annual February cribbage tournament.

The event is scheduled Sunday, Feb. 17, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. at Bill Heddles Recreation Center.

Register by calling 8740923.

Eudene (Dena) Mae Kleinsorge March 29, 1927 ~ Jan. 2, 2013

A woman who brightened every room she entered, Eudene (Dena) Mae Kleinsorge went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at her home in Delta after suffering a final stroke.

Dena was born to Emily and Joe Phillips of Gridley, Kan., on March 29, 1927. God had big plans for her life. As the middle child, she fought for attention and ultimately earned it. She was a small-town girl who took life by the tail, teaching all 12 grades in a one-room school by the time she was 17. She had velvet ivory skin, blue eyes and red hair and a figure that could cause auto accidents when she went out walking in the city.

Her oil-pumping father always told her to marry ANYONE but a farmer. But she didn’t listen to Daddy. Her teaching career was cut short in 1946 when she met, and soon after married, Earl William Kleinsorge from Burlington, Kan. Earl always joked that he had to marry Dena because he had borrowed $50 from her to buy a manure spreader and couldn’t pay her back. If you knew Earl, you know why he needed the spreader.

He had a twinkle in his eye and was nine years her senior. His heart fell at her feet from the moment he saw her.

They worked side by side building a successful cattle farm as well as a ranch and farm equipment sales business in Chase County, Kan. Dena and Earl were blessed with three children, Ilene, Bill and Mary. Ilene is the dean of the business college at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore., and has two children, Matt and Amy. Matt is married to Marleah with two children, Madison and Quinten.

Amy is married to Ryan with three daughters, Morgan, Emily and Sophie. Bill has a cabinet business in Buda, Texas, and is married to Kay. They have three children, Kirk, Jamie (husband Michele) and Emily. Mary is a chiropractor, artist/musician, and happy mother and is married to Dr. Craig

Hammes. They have two daughters, Nikaila and Stephanie. Dena was preceded in death by her husband, Earl, and sonin-law Tom Walmsley.

Earl and Dena spent more than 50 years together and during that time many heard Earl exclaim, “Hell, Dena!” For a woman of her era, Dena’s independent streak brought her adventure and often left the people around her in awe. Her spirit was always forefront and her smile infectious. At one time or another she had a stocks and securities license and sold shares in a holding company.

She sold Fashion 220 make-up. She wrote many articles for local newspapers in the 70s and 80s: The Wichita Eagle, The Chase County Leader News, The Emporia Gazette and more. Well into her 80s she was working on a fictional book based on fact about her life and her family’s historic beginnings in Iowa when her grandmother shamed the family by becoming pregnant. She and her new husband were banished from Iowa and told never to return or to contact the family again.

Dena worked hard on becoming an accomplished artist, painting mostly in oils and especially loving to paint personalities into her masterpieces. You can see her remarkable works hanging in the Cowboy Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City, at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kan., and on the rodeo grounds in Strong City, Kan., where she painted two of the portraits in her late 70s of Gerald and Ken Roberts, local boys who became world champion cowboys. Other portraits of ranchers in front of their spreads and children playing at amusement parks were painted for many others, mostly in the Kansas area.

After Earl’s death in 1999, Dena was searching for purpose. She found that purpose by moving to Delta to be near her daughter, Mary and her only young grandchildren.

She quickly made many friends and brought chuckles and spirited fun to bridge clubs several times each week.

She lived close to Mary and they spent lots of time together as a family. Until her first stroke in 2009, at age 81, she was completely independent. We called her “The Little Grandma that Could” and we were all reminded of a poem that Dena would recite over our childhood called “Someone Said that it

Couldn’t Be Done, So He Did It.” They gave her little hope after the stroke and once again Dena defied the odds, walking and remembering and laughing and loving. She even spent time traveling back to see family and friends in Kansas. Here are some of the things friends have written about Dena: • “Dena and Earl were always so good to us.”

• “..loved your parties, lots of singing and dancing...so much fun” • “One of our premier artists” • “You and Earl were always so very special to me. We always had a good laugh about something...”

• “You gave my husband a job...if a person was given a second set of parents, God gave YOU to Larry.”

• “You have been a dear friend.”

• One mother wrote about Dena babysitting their son when he was 4 or 5 years old. When he came back he was full of energy and telling all the games that he played with Dena. Then he stopped right in the middle and said, “She’s got the biggest BOOBS!” and then went right on talking about the fun evening...

• “Thanks for your encouragement. Dena, you’ve been a great help to me.”

• “Memories are to be treasured for a lifetime, We love you...”

• “I’m heartbroken this a.m., as I learned that one of the finest human beings I’ve known, and one of the most influential in my life, has passed on. God speed, Dena Kleinsorge.

JW” Eudene, the oil-pumper’s daughter, made such a difference and will be missed...

A memory-sharing reception for Dena was held at the Delta Senior Center, 247 Meeker, on Sunday, Jan. 6, beginning at 2 p.m.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylorfuneralservice. com. You can also view pictures of Dena’s life at tinyurl.com/denapics.

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The earthquake no one noticed

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The U.S.G.S. National Earthquake Center in Golden reported a small earthquake happened at 12:36 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3. According to spokesperson Paul Caruso, the epicenter was five miles east of Paonia. The 2.8 earthquake was very shallow, just one kilometer in depth.

Caruso said the earthquake was near the coal mines, and that they had a report that the quake was felt in Somerset.

Wendell Koontz noted, “We did not see any seismic events at West Elk Mine.”

Dewey Tanner at Bowie Resources said, “We didn’t feel anything in the mine. There were no adverse effects. We didn’t have any damage that we could tell in the mine.”

Mike Ludlow, executive vice president at Oxbow Mining, said they also had no effects from the earthquake and didn’t notice the quake at the mine.

No damage was reported by residents.

Crawford postpones council meeting

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The Town of Crawford canceled its regularly scheduled council meeting for the first Wednesday of January.

Town clerk Jackie Savage said there were no items on the agenda for Jan. 2. The council meeting will now take place on Wednesday, Jan. 16.

There is currently one item on the agenda to approve a date and time to meet with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).

The meeting with the BLM is to address concerns of the town about the oil and gas leases which are near Crawford School, town water supplies and the town’s wastewater treatment plant. The meeting

with the BLM is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 5 p.m.

The BLM requested question and answer sessions with each of the towns in the North Fork. A meeting is tentatively scheduled with the Hotchkiss Town Council on Monday, Jan. 21, at 6:30 p.m.

Paonia Town Hall believes a meeting with their town council and the BLM may happen in February.

Other outstanding issues for the Crawford Town Council are proposed ordinances concerning commercial recreational marijuana and floodplain insurance. Crawford town attorney James Brown has not completed those ordinances for council review.

Photo by Kathy Browning

This isn’t New York City And we’re glad. Ayer and Ayer Ranches took their cattle for a jaunt down Highway 92 in Crawford last Saturday. Motorists patiently made their way through the herd.

Downtown improvement ongoing in Hotchkiss

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Tom Wills and Mary Hockenbery of the Hotchkiss Planning Commission gave an update to the Hotchkiss Town Council on Dec. 13 on their downtown improvement project.

Wills gave a report to the council stating the downtown improvement project is a fiveyear “ongoing, sustainable project to improve the visual

Town of Paonia adopts new personnel standards

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The December Paonia Town Council meeting began with approval of the revision of the town’s personnel manual.

The council had reviewed the ninth revision of the manual for a final discussion and vote.

Mayor Neal Schwieterman said the attorney’s comments were incorporated in October. The town attorney made repeated requests over an eight- to 10-week period to CIRSA, the town’s insurer, but received no comments.

Trustee Ross King suggested the town move forward and deal with any possible changes from CIRSA in the future, should they arise.

Trustee Larry Wissbeck offered, “We keep pecking away at this, and I’m not sure that a dozen more [versions] are going to perfect it. My understanding is, it is amendable. I think we should adopt it and live with it.”

Trustee Corinne Ferguson was the lead on the project.

“It’s been a long haul and perused many times by two councils ... and staff has had opportunity to review as well.

So, every person that a manual like this would impact has had the opportunity to really look through it and make sure that it suited their needs.”

Dave Knutson, who formerly headed up human resources for Chaco, helped guide those involved through the development of the new manual. “What we were trying to do was take something that was very legalistic and put it into a language that would be easily understood,” Knutson said. The purpose of the manual was to enlighten employees about what the terms of their employment are and give supervisors and managers something that is also easily understandable to them in applying the policies.

A point of discussion was brought up by trustee Brian Ayers concerning disbursement of vacation and sick time. “I thought it would be in the employee’s interest if they

could accrue more sick time quicker instead of having to pay back vacation time ... to have that go into their sick leave balance,” Ayers said.

“People should use their vacation time to be refreshed [and then be able] to provide better service.”

Attorney Jim Briscoe said he did not see any legal issues with the suggestion. “It gives the employee the option to use their vacation time for vacation time or allowing it to become part of their sick leave credit. They aren’t losing anything that way.”

King said he was comfortable with using vacation time, and to encourage employees to take their vacation time or lose 50 percent of the value to the time they had remaining.

Ferguson said the options were to leave the rule as is, use it or lose it or roll it over.

“The reason we have the existing policy of being paid at 50 percent was that there are times with a small staff ... it is hard to allow personnel to take vacations because of the stress it causes to the rest of the system,” Mayor Neal Schwieterman said. In the past, some were paid 100 percent for their paid vacation time if they didn’t use it.

Town clerk Barbara Peterson commented, “There are times when schedules do not allow for the taking of the time off ... if it’s rolled over, not only is that gone — if you are ‘maxed out’ on your sick time — then you are paid at only a quarter of the time.

Yes, I understand the whole concept is to use it our lose it, but if the work load is to such a point that you aren’t able to take it, then you get a quarter of it which I think stinks when you’re an employee. I like the policy the way it is now. It encourages the use of [vacation time] ... I don’t think the employee should be penalized.”

Ferguson added that the current department heads “strongly advise” their employees to take vacation time.

The consensus of the council was to leave the policy

as is. It provides a two-week vacation for one to 10 years of service. Only 96 unused hours of vacation time can be carried over to the next year.

What is not used is paid back at 50 percent of the employee’s pay.

The council and department heads rejected the proposed Employee Assistance Program, which would give employees the opportunity to receive professional counseling. Mayor Schwieterman said with only 15 employees, statistically it would only help one employee a year. King said he did not feel a program like that was needed, and that substance abuse can be covered by the current medical plan.

The council also rejected the establishment of a personnel liaison group appointed by the mayor if an employee wishes to appeal a performance PERSONNEL TO B5

look of downtown.” The planning commission will supervise writing the official downtown improvement plan and will have it as part of the town’s revised master plan.

The commission’s report said the town and the chamber “are limited in the ways they can actively create economic development but downtown improvement is a generally accepted first step.”

The initiative will hopefully spawn civic pride and be a project that “everyone can share in.”

In 2012 the planning commission, Hotchkiss Chamber of Commerce, the Town of Hotchkiss and citizens worked together to get the improvements started.

New whiskey barrels with flowers were added on Bridge Street. Volunteers handled the planting of the flowers, watering and maintenance throughout the season. The initial project had an $800 budget.

The planning commission hopes to add mine timber planters this year to “make the corner at First and Bridge really jump out,” Wills said.

They also want to accomplish some improvements in the alley next to the North Fork Valley Restaurant and The Rose. Planters are planned.

“We want to start to make it look like a park instead of a weed patch,” Wills said.

The Downtown Improvement Committee is starting to meet again and plan how to get the planters built, do the maintenance work and the watering for this coming summer.

The Hotchkiss board of

directors approved a $2,000 budget for the project in 2013.

The chamber of commerce also committed $2,000.

Six mine timber planters measuring 3 feet by 6 feet will be placed on side streets in 2013. “CDOT wouldn’t allow us to put them in the no parking areas on Bridge Street because they are too hefty, and their easement is from curb to curb. But on side streets it will help with slowing [motorists] down, not cutting corners and just make it look a lot nicer,” Wills told the council.

Bench planters will be placed on adjacent corners by the bank and post office.

“This is not just beautification. It has a lot to do with economic development, community building,” Wills said.

“Any time we did a few planters this year it seemed to kick other people into gear to do other things. It’s just kind of snowballing. It’s really cool to see how something as simple as planting flowers starts a positive attitude going around town.”

Mayor Wendell Koontz asked Wills and Hockenbery to keep in touch with the town’s public works department and marshal’s office on the placement of the planters on streets.

“There is still some concern with that,” Koontz said.

Regarding the town’s proposed sidewalk ordinance, the mayor hopes for a public hearing at Hotchkiss High School in February or March.

Wills stated that the proposed ordinance would allow people to finance sidewalks over two years. A monthly interest fee would be limited to no more than 10 percent.

Hotchkiss will use CDOT grant for Leonard Trail

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

After an additional month to consider whether to go ahead with another section of the enhancement trail in Hotchkiss, the council in a split decision approved funding for the project. Known as the Leonard Trail, the proposed trail would go along Highway 92 from City Market to the fairgrounds entrance.

In December, Joanne Fagan, town engineer, and Mike Owens, public works director, looked at the cost estimates for the trail project and determined that it will cost the Town of Hotchkiss less money to use CDOT funding.

Fagan told the council in her report that the survey of the route had not been completed and that the trail’s design had not even been started. The figures presented were estimates.

Owens said the town will work with Delta County to see if there is any way to have the trail extend to the bridge over the North Fork.

The estimated project cost with CDOT funding is $310,000 with a town match of $62,000. The cost for the town without CDOT funds would be $143,000. This would pay for a six foot wide trail. The cost to the town without CDOT funding is about twice as much and would require far more staff time to complete the project.

Using CDOT funds requires following a long list of rules and documentation. Not using CDOT funds could possibly impact future funds and assistance.

If the town did the project without CDOT funding, a five foot trail could be installed and save the town about $8,000 in costs.

Town staff recommended

using the CDOT funding.

“I also agree. I think we need to move on this. We’ve been mulling over different options for about three months,” Mayor Wendell Koontz said.

Trustee Georgia Hopper said she continued to be against the proposed trail. “That’s still a lot of money,” Hopper said about the town match. “[The money] could be used to help more people in the town. In my opinion this pathway ... will be used mostly by high school students partying.”

Trustee Carrie Wingfield moved to give the town engineer and public works authorization to proceed with the project. Jim Roberts seconded.

Joining those two trustees in voting for the trail were Lindee Cantrell and Dustyn Foster. Hopper and Marlin McCracken were opposed. The motion was approved.

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Opal Lynch turns 105

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Opal Lynch, who had a 40-year career in education, reached another milestone on Jan. 3. It was her 105th birthday.

Lynch was born in 1908 in Clear Fork. Her parents were Carrie and Luther Collins.

Lynch was five when she started attending the school in Clear Fork. She attended high school in Crawford for three years and graduated from Gunnison High School in 1925.

She attended Western State College and then taught at Onion Valley, which is near Maher.

Lynch taught two years in DeBeque and then in New Castle and Uravan before returning to teach in Clear Fork for eight more years. She taught in Crawford from

Hollembeak is new member of Angus Association Clay Hollembeak, Hotchkiss, is a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, reports Bryce Schumann, CEO of the national organization with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Mo. Junior members of the association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus Association and take part in association-sponsored shows and other national and regional events.

The American Angus Association is the largest beef breed association in the world, with more than 25,000 active adult and junior members.

Photo submitted Photo by Kathy Browning

Opal Lynch (front right) celebrated her 105th birthday with family and friends at Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center on Sunday, Jan. 5. She was born on Jan. 3, 1908.

1951 to 1969. She fin- in 1995. Lynch’s father He passed away in 1971.

Lynch always kept ished her teaching career died in 1964. Her mother died in 1976, just before active with community in Cedaredge in 1971. service by being a memLynch has outlived her 98th birthday.

Lynch was married ber of United Methodher immediate family although she has a num- three times, first to Her- ist Women in Crawford, ber of nieces and neph- bert Slay in 1929. He died National Retired Teachers ews. Her sister Lilly died of heart failure in 1937. and Delta County Retired of diphtheria at eight. Her second husband, Employees Association.

Lynch became a resiSister Claudine died in Robert Seehorn, passed away in 1957.

She mardent at Paonia Care when 1959. Her brother John ried John Lynch in 1964. she was 100 years old. and sister Beth both died

Crawford speakers Delta Kappa Gamma, Chi Chapter, November guest speakers were Deb Ferrier and Susie Steckel of Crawford. Ferrier shared information about the North Fork Ambulance Service, which is all-volunteer and covers about 1,500 square miles. Steckel, the current mayor of Crawford, spoke about local issues. Brunch and a business meeting concluded the morning.

Chi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma includes women educators from Delta and Montrose counties. For more information about opportunities with Delta Kappa Gamma, go to www. deltakappagamma.org.

Eufórquestra returns to the Paradise The Paradise Theatre welcomes back to the stage Eufórquestra on Friday, Jan. 11, at 8 p.m.

Originally from Iowa City, Iowa, Eufórquestra (pronounced: yoo • FOHR • keh • struh, think Euphoria + Orchestra) relocated to Fort Collins in August 2008 and has made a splash on the Colorado music scene with its progressive, genrebending funk fusion and a relentless tour schedule.

Eufórquestra is quickly spreading its unique, rhythmic blend of sound, integrating such genres

as afrobeat, reggae, funk, soukous, soca, salsa, and dub.

The band’s music is igniting dance floors across the country, with a sound that “explodes, dances and melts in your ear with sheer bliss” (Chris M. Slawecki; AllAboutJazz.com). As the band puts it, “We just want to make people dance.”

Regionally, Eufórquestra headlined the Pickin’ in the Park, Ridgway Summer Concert Series finale in 2011. They brought the house down at Lake City

Uncorked, and provided the sound track for the Zephyros Farm Bash.

To learn more about the band, visit their website at www.euforquestra.com. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the show and are available at KVNF and The Paradise Theatre box office in Paonia and online at www. paradiseofpaonia.com.

‘Cherry Docs’ explores collision of good and evil On Saturday, Jan. 12, Montrose’s Timshel Theatre will return to the Blue Sage to perform a powerful and evocative drama about the collision of good and evil.

Danny, a liberal and Jewish legal aid attorney is assigned to represent Mike Downey, a neonazi skinhead, who has stomped an immigrant man to death with his cherry-red Doc Martin boots. Played out in one act, divided by six lawyer/ client conferences leading up to Downey’s trial, the lawyer realizes early on what he is up against

when the contemptuous skinhead avows, “In an ideal world, I’d see you eliminated. But in this one, I need you more than anyone else.”

The play reveals how this intense and conflicted relationship takes each man through the “eye of the needle” and profoundly changes both

of them forever.

The performance starts at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12, at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts in Paonia.

Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door and are available by calling 527-7243, visiting www. bluesage.org, or stopping by 226 Grand Avenue in Paonia.

Crawford chamber meets Jan. 14 At the Crawford Area Chamber of Commerce annual meeting in November, new and renewing board members were elected. They are Susan Ayer, Cathy Cheatham, Deb French, Connie Layton, Pauline Polson, Judy Rundle, Connie Sanders, Lynne Watkins and Christie Young.

Chamber board meetings are generally held on the second Monday of each month, at 4 p.m., at the Crawford Coun-

try Bank. The next meeting will be Monday, Jan. 14. Call one of the board members for more information.

The Old Timers/Newcomers Annual Banquet will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9, at 5 p.m. at the Crawford Town Hall.

Businesses can purchase a table for $10 to set up a display for their business.

Nominations for Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year and Volunteer of the Year will be taken at the board meeting.

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introduced to 39. Lines of verse 41. Household god (Roman) 42. Military mailbox 43. Challenge aggressively 46. Posted 49. One thousandth of an ampere 51. General’s assistant (abbr.)

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Needlerock clinic celebrates grand opening

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

“I’m still on cloud nine.

It’s kind of hard to believe that Crawford now has its own health clinic,” founder Jenny Mitchell said. “It’s not mine. It’s the community’s. It took awhile to get here. All the community came together to do this.”

Mitchell was all smiles last Saturday as guests arrived to help her and her family celebrate the completion and opening of the Needlerock Family Health Clinic in Crawford.

The clinic is located at 375 Elm Avenue.

Among those who worked on the project were Mitchell’s husband, Tim, who was the job foreman, Steve Scott who was the field supervisor, Alan Cochran who was the alternate job foreman,

Personnel FROM PAGE B1 review. The employee can appeal to the personnel committee and then the board of trustees would make the final decision.

The personnel liaison group would be a fourth level. Trustee Eric Goold felt there were too many layers. Knutson said the liaison group would provide a neutral viewpoint, should an issue arise.

Ferguson moved to approve the manual as amended. Ayers seconded. Joining Ferguson and Ayers in voting for approval were Amber Kleinman and Larry Wissbeck. Goold and King were opposed. The amended personnel manual was approved by the 4-2 vote.

Photo by Kathy Browning

only paid staff at this time. At some point she would like a paid person to man the front office.

The clinic includes a bedroom and full bath for the visiting nurse practitioners. There are two examination rooms, a reception area, a kitchen, restroom, lab room and an office for Mitchell.

Jenny Mitchell is winner of the 2013 AANP Nurse Practitioner State Award for Excellence.

She established her first clinic in Las Vegas in 2004 before moving to Crawford in 2008 to start the Needlerock Family Health Clinic. She is an RN, BSN, MSN and Family Nurse Practitioner C. Tamara Hauze, RN, is president of the clinic’s board of directors, Dr. K. Eckstein is vice-president, Brandi Vela, RN, is secretary, Mary Polson, CPA, is treasurer, Tim Mitchell is a board member and Jenny is the executive director.

Mitchell has been serving the medical needs of Crawford and North Fork residents since 2008.

Balloons mark the entry into Crawford’s new medical clinic. The blue sign will direct motorists from Highway 92 to the clinic, Crawford School and the cemetery.

“All of this was with Aron and Stacey Ciegelski of Ciegelski Electrical, volunteer labor or it Bob White and Rochelle wouldn’t have happened,” Santimaw of Bob White Mitchell said. “Thank Construction, the Delta God for my husband or it County Correctional wouldn’t have happened Center Crew #3, Cam- either.”

She concluded, “You eron Clark, Liz Heidrick, persevere, and it hapTracy and Cathy Cheatham, Les Kolb, Debbie and pens.”

The clinic is opening Randy Polson, Ralph and Jolie Clark, Durfee Day, with 10 volunteers now.

Denise and Bob Dodge, Then nurse practitioDiane Reddin and Bill ner students will come Murray, Heidi Neal, over from Denver for the Mary Lou, Karl Hipp, semester. Jenny is the Larry Jensen, Sandstone Excavation, Needle Rock Mountain Realty, Stuff and Store Storage Units, Delta Metals, Bolinger and Queen, Dependable Lumber and Curtis Concrete.

Other contributors to the clinic were the Hotchkiss Kiwanis Club, Oxbow Mining, Colorado Rural Health Center, Gates Foundation, Colorado Grand Association, Virginia Hill Foundation, Cocker Kids Foundation, Crawford Friends Church, the Crawford Photo by Kathy Browning Library and Crawford Jeneve Rose Mitchell, Jenny’s daughter, provided School. musical entertainment at the grand opening Saturday, Jan. 5.

Photo by Kathy Browning

Jenny Mitchell and husband Tim hosted a grand opening celebration for the Needlerock Family Health Clinic last Saturday. Jenny is the executive director and nurse practitioner who had the vision to found the clinic in Crawford.

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Fishery work ongoing at Blue Mesa Reservoir Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists continue to work aggressively to restore the kokanee salmon population at Blue Mesa Reservoir, but much more needs to be done before the fishery is considered to be in balance again.

Sonar surveys of the reservoir estimate that the current kokanee population is about 280,000, unchanged from the previous two years. In 2001, the reservoir held an estimated 1 million kokanee.

But due to predation by the rapidly growing lake trout population, the number of kokanee plummeted to about 110,000 in 2009.

“We’ve made some progress since then, but restoring the balance to the Blue Mesa fishery is a long-term project; our work will continue,” said John Alves, senior aquatic biologist for the southwest region for Colorado Parks and Wildlife. “It’s especially important for anglers to continue catching and keeping lake trout.”

Since 2009, the agency has been removing lake trout from Blue Mesa and increasing the number of kokanee fingerlings stocked every spring.

Lake trout have been in the reservoir since the late 1960s, but changes in how water is stored led to a rapid increase of the species in the last 20 years. Because less water is released in the winter compared with previous years, more area for spawning and development of eggs is available to the lake trout.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has focused extra effort on Blue Mesa because it is the most important kokanee fishery in the state. The reservoir is ideal for production of aquatic food sources; consequently Blue Mesa is ideal for maintaining a large population of salmon. In turn, the kokanee pro-

vide the vast majority of the eggs needed to stock up to 26 other reservoirs in the state.

In 2012, a record number of eggs — 13.1 million — were taken from Blue Mesa kokanee. Statewide, only an additional 3.2 million were taken at other waters. Hatchery workers handled about 20,000 fish to reach that level of egg production.

Parks and Wildlife has taken extra precautions the last two years to ensure an adequate number of eggs is collected. Just like last year, agency staff secured a fence across the East River near the Roaring Judy Hatchery where the fish are spawned. The fence prevented kokanee from traveling past the canal that leads into the hatchery, so more fish gathered in the spawning area.

“That’s definitely helped to increase the egg take,” said Dan Brauch, aquatic biologist in Gunnison.

Biologists also work to protect the fish in the spring when young kokanee, about 2 inches in size, are released from the hatchery for the 20mile swim to Blue Mesa

Reservoir. On the day the fish are released, biologists work cooperatively with local landowners to close or screen irrigation ditches along the East and Gunnison rivers for a few hours to prevent the tiny fish from leaving the main channel, thus assuring that more young fish make it to the reservoir.

Parks and Wildlife has also bolstered the population of kokanee in the reservoir by releasing more fish in the spring. During each of the last four years, the agency has increased the number of fingerlings released into the reservoir by about 500,000, bringing the total number stocked annually to about 3.5 million.

Protecting kokanee also extends to the fall when the most lake trout are removed. This year biologists only removed lake trout that were 32 inches or less in length.

In previous years fish 38 inches or less were targeted. The change was made because lake trout in the smaller category comprise the largest population segment and therefore consume the most kokanee.

During the last four years, biologists have removed about 4,700 lake trout from the reservoir, including just more than 800 this year. In the last three years, anglers have harvested about 17,000 of the species.

“We’ll continue to remove lake trout from Blue Mesa and we encourage anglers to keep the fish they catch, especially those that are less than 32 inches,” Brauch said. “We’ll be evaluating our data during the next six months to determine next year’s removal plan.”

In a new development this year, 70 of the captured lake trout were transplanted to Twin Lakes near Leadville. To help boost overall angling opportunity in Colorado, biologists hope to move more lake trout to other waters next year.

“A variety of management actions is needed to improve the situation at Blue Mesa,” Alves said.

“We’ll continue lake trout removal. Research and surveys are ongoing. And we’ll work to maintain a strong kokanee egg harvest and our significant stocking effort,” Alves said.

Food and farm forum in Montrose Jan. 10 If you’re a small-acreage farmer or livestock producer, or if you’re interested in becoming one, you won’t want to miss the inaugural Western Colorado Food and Farm Forum (WCFFF).

This new conference will be Thursday, Jan. 10, at the Montrose County Fairgrounds in Friendship Hall. It will focus on sustainably improving the production, marketing and consumption of locally grown food products.

The forum will include

more than 30 educational workshops on a wide variety of farm and foodrelated topics. In addition, more than a dozen exhibitors will be on site.

The forum is organized into three primary tracks — crops, livestock and business management.

The Western Colorado Food and Farm Forum is a collaborative effort between the Valley Food Partnership, CSU TriRiver Area Extension Service, the Small Business Development Center

and the Rocky Mountain Farmers Union Cooperative and Economic Development Center.

Registration is $60 at the door, and includes lunch, plus morning and afternoon refreshments.

Those interested in attending need to register via the CSU Extension website at www.colostate.edu/Depts/ CoopExt/TRA/farmforum. shtml.

For more information contact Becky Denton at 874-2195 or via e-mail, bdenton@deltacounty.com.

Hotchkiss High School Activities Thur., Jan. 10 Fri., Jan. 11

Sat., Jan. 12

Mon., Jan. 14 Tues., Jan. 15

Wrestling at Cedaredge, 6:00 p.m.

Basketball (Non-League) at Home vs. Meeker, 3:00, 4:30, 6:00 & 7:30 p.m.

Wrestling at Eagle Valley Invitational, TBA; Basketball (Non-League) at Rangely, 1:00, 2:30 & 4:00 p.m.

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Paonia High School Activities Thur., Jan. 10 Fri., Jan. 11

Sat., Jan. 12

Mon., Jan. 14

C Team & JV Girls Basketball at Montrose, 4:00 & 5:30 p.m.

Boys & Girls Basketball vs. Rangely BJV & GJV at 4:00, p.m., VGirls at 5:30 p.m., VBoys at 7:00 p.m.; Wrestling at Grand Junction, JV at 6:00 p.m., V at 7:00 p.m.

Speech at Palisade Invitational, TBA.; Wrestling at Montrose Tourney, TBA; Basketball at Meeker, JVG & JVB at 1:00 p.m. VG at 2:30 p.m., VB at 4:00 p.m.

C Team Basketball at Hotchkiss, Girls at 4:00 p.m., Boys at 5:30 p.m.

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Concert features Celtic music, dance Community Calendar The Western Slope Concert Series will present an exciting Celtic music and dance show in three concerts — on Thursday, Jan. 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion; Friday, Jan. 11, and Saturday, Jan. 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Avalon Theatre in Grand Junction; and Sunday, Jan. 13, at 3 p.m. at the Glenwood Springs High School. Tickets are

available online at www.

JunctionConcerts.com, Roper Music in Grand Junction, Paonia Farm & Home, and the Montrose Pavilion. All seats are reserved, and start at $26 in advance and $29 at the door for the Montrose and Grand Junction shows. Tickets for the Glenwood Springs show are $24 in advance and $27 at the door.

Celtic band FEAST returns with an explosive all-new show with champion Celtic dancers — and lots of surprises! Virtuoso

temperaments and symphonic textures characterize the awesome sound of FEAST. Special guest star Rosemarie Mientka will add a magical touch of ballet to the program.

A virtual wall of gorgeous string sound, beautiful songs, gutsy percussion,

dazzling costumes and dances will make “Celtic Rhapsody” an incredible evening to remember for the whole family!

Get your tickets early for this show — it sells out every year! Call (970) 241-4579 for more information.

OPENING RECEPTION FOR “THIS IS WHERE WE LIVE” EXHIBIT with art work inspired by local history, 6 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Exhibit on display until Feb. 22.

Saturday, January 12

FRACKING IN OUR BACKYARD — OIL AND GAS DRILLING AFFECTS US ALL PROGRAM, 10 a.m.-12 noon, Bill Heddles Recreation Center, conference room B, 530 Gunnison River Drive, Delta. Hosted by League of Women Voters of Montrose County. Speakers will represent perspectives of diverse stakeholder groups, including industry. Question and answer period follows presentations. For more information, call Nancy Ball, 249-8963.

TIMSHEL THEATRE PERFORMS “CHERRY DOCS,” 7:30 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Tickets are $8 advance, $10 at the door.

Black Canyon Camera Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 14, in Heaven’s View Apartments community room, 1445 Porter Court. The after meeting program will be a webinar on location lighting with Scott Kelby.

The public is welcome to attend. Call Rae-Ann Simmons at 856-7809 for more information.

Sunday, January 13

Learn about Lost City of the Maya The challenges of investigating and protecting a recently discovered city of the ancient Mayan empire buried deep in the jungles of northern Guatemala is the theme of the January program for the Chipeta Chapter of the Colorado Archeological Society. The program will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church on Park and South 1st in Montrose. The presenter is Arden Anderson, an ecotourism specialist and wildlife biologist who was part of a technical assis-

Pea Green concert series continues Release and Rock Creek, all for only half a sawbuck ($5) at the door.

The event is at the crossroads of Hwy. 348 and Banner Road. Some folks bring a snack to share, and so can you if you like. Seating is limited. For more information call Len Willey at 874-8879.

Play on the ice in Ouray Cold temperatures and expert “farming” have combined this year to make the ice conditions in the Uncompahgre River Gorge superb. The Ouray Ice Park and the City of Ouray are ready to show it off to climbers and spectators alike at the 2013 Ouray Ice Festival, the world’s premier ice climbing event. The 2013 Ice Festival features many opportunities to get off the bridge and play on the ice with a full schedule of events starting on Thursday, Jan. 10, and running through Sunday, Jan. 13.

Free is the key to enjoying the Ouray Ice Festival. Spectators are welcome and encouraged to spend the day at the festival participating in several free adventures.

Since 2007, the Ouray Ice Festival has offered a free Kids’ Climbing College at the beginner area by the upper bridge to introduce kids to the sport. Boots, crampons, ice axes, harnesses and ropes are all part of the package and instruction and guidance comes courtesy of local guide service San Juan Mountain Guides and sponsors Caldera Resources and the Women’s Club of Ouray. Back by popular demand, the Adult Walkup Climbing,

sponsored by La Sportiva, returns for adventurous adults who want to try ice climbing. San Juan Mountain Guides will also operate a free zip line across the ice park, giving everyone 8 and up a chance to get a bird’s eye view of the icy gorge.

The zip line is sponsored

by Caldera Resources and Khristopher’s Culinaire.

The Kids’ Climbing College will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday during the festival. The zip line and Adult Walkup Climbing will be open Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.3 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

For those already familiar with the sport, Ice Fest is a great way to get one-on-one instruction with world-class athletes.

Every day of the festival features a number of clinics, from beginner to expert, hosted by Ice Fest sponsor-athletes. Ice Fest is also a climber’s best opportunity to see what equipment is new for the coming year and then get to test it right then and there.

On Saturday, Jan. 12, the festival showcases some of the world’s leading professional athletes in an elite mixed climbing competition. Athletes

City of Delta Activity Update • TAE KWON DO - ongoing classes are held Tuesday and Thursday from 6:45-8:00 p.m.

• HEALTHY BODY STRONG BONES - Adult Fitness Class on Tuesday/ Thursday 9:00-10:00 a.m.

• HATHA YOGA - On Wednesdays from 5:00-6:15 p.m. Drop-in fee.

• TAI CHI/QIGONG FOR HEALTH AND LONGEVITY - On Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Pay monthly or dropin rate.

• BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCING - On Tuesdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Pay by the month.

• PICKLE BALL DROP IN - Dropin times Mon./Wed. 8:00-10:00 a.m. May be inside or outside depending on weather or activities!

• COMMUNITY CPR/FIRST AID Saturday, January 19 from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Please register by January 11 for this class.

• HOOPS HEAVEN - A variety of basketball contests for grades 3-8 on Thursday, January 3 start-

ing at 8:00 a.m.

• WINTER DANCE CLASSES Dance classes with Linda Dysart start the week of January 15.

Classes for all ages, pre-school through high school!

• YOUTH/ADULT GUITAR LESSONS: - Instructed by John McCoy on Saturdays, Jan. 26Feb. 23. Time is 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Please register by Jan. 24.

• ALIVE AT 25 - Class for 15-24 year olds taught by Colorado State Patrol on Monday, January 21 or February 18 from 4:30-9:00 p.m.

Please register at www.aliveat25. us.

• CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENT Sunday, February 17 from 1:005:30 p.m. Please bring your own cribbage boards. Register in advance or day of event by 12:30 p.m.

• BABYSITTER’S TRAINING COURSE - 2-day class taught by Red Cross instructors on Feb. 12 and 13 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

• 7TH AND 8TH GRADE BOYS AND

DEL-ROSE CHORUS SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL REHEARSES every Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Delta Methodist Church, corner of Meeker and 5th Street. For more information, call Leslie, 970-256-9763.

BINGO, every Thursday, 7 p.m., Delta Elks Lodge, 563 Main Street.

Open to the public. For more information, call 874-3624.

BINGO, every Thursday, 6:50 p.m., American Legion of Paonia.

Come early for hamburgers and hot dogs. This week progressive is 52 numbers for $100, blue is 58 numbers and orange is 54 numbers for $250. For more information, call 527-6252.

Friday, January 11

Camera club learns about location lighting

It’s time for another evening of old-time and bluegrass music at the Pea Green Saturday Night concert series, and you all are invited.

The event will be held at the Pea Green Community Center from 79:30 p.m. Jan. 26. This month will feature David and Tamara Hauze, Work

Thursday, January 10

in the elite mixed climbing competition will be challenged by a route that includes a 25-foot tower overhanging the Uncompahgre Gorge in a spectator-friendly venue.

The action continues on Sunday, Jan. 13, with the Hari Berger Speed Climbing Competition sponsored by Lowa. Competitors will race against the clock and side by side.

Evening presenters include Sam Elias, Ines Papert and Hayden Kennedy. Adventure film buffs are in for a treat as the festival will host films at the historic Wright Opera House Jan. 11 and 12. Gear, climbing art and collectibles will be auctioned off during live and silent auctions.

Petzl and Arc’terx host the “Lost in Space” party.

Proceeds from the admissions to these events support the Ouray Ice Park and include beer from New Belgium as well as local craft brewers including Ska Brewing, Ouray Brewery, Colorado Boy Brewery and Ourayle House Brewery.

For more information on the Ouray Ice Park and the Ice Festival schedule of events, go to http://ouray icepark.com. To plan your trip to Ouray, visit www. ouraycolorado.com.

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GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - Tournament held on the weekend of March 2 and 3 at BHRC. Please register before Feb. 24.

4-ON-4 VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE - Season begins on Feb. 27April. Register your team before Feb. 17. Any questions contact Whitnee.

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE - 5-on-5 adult league on Thursday nights starting in late February. Please register by February 17.

COMMUNITY EVENING DANCES - Next dance is Saturday, January 19 from 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Please bring a snack to share.

RACQUETBALL RUMBLE - NEW DATE! Singles Tournament held the week of Feb. 1-3. Please register by Jan. 25. Any questions contact Gary West.

AFTERNOON SWIM LESSONS - Session starts Feb. 18-March 20 on Mon./Wed. 2:00-2:40 p.m.

Limited spots in Parent/Tot Level 5. Registration going on now.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING Certification class scheduled on Feb. 11-15, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Must pass a pre-swim test.

WAG YOUR FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT - 5-on-5 tourna-

tance team sent to help the Guatemalan government establish a national park to protect and manage the incredible city of El Mirador.

The show will highlight the investigation and stabilization efforts of archeologists working on the site, the abundant life of the jungle that has hidden this city for millennia and the challenges of promoting protection for these values in a developing country.

Arden Anderson lives in Gunnison where, for 30 years, he managed the recreation and wilderness resources for the Bureau of Land Management on 600,000 acres of public land. He also has worked on a variety of conservation issues in developing countries first as a Peace Corps volunteer and later as a member of International Technical Assistance teams for the U.S. Dept. of Interior.

He is well-traveled, having visited 55 countries on all seven continents. Now retired from the BLM, Anderson makes the most of his retirement by helping out with a variety of volunteer efforts around town, traveling the world, teaching, playing music, advocating for environmental issues and health care reform, working on the house and getting out to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in this incredible area we live in.

Learn CPR in 2013 Bill Heddles Recreation Center is hosting an American Red Cross basic CPR/first aid class Saturday, Jan. 19. Register any time between now and Jan. 11. The fee is $80 which includes a participant’s manual.

At the completion of the class you will be certified.

For more information, call Lisa Moreland at 874-0923.

ment set for Saturday, March 9. Please register your team by March 3.

• LITTLE LEAGUE YOUTH BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL - New this year - For boys ages 9-14 and girls ages 9-16. Register until Feb. 17 with tryouts and draft for each division. Any questions call Whitnee.

• APRIL FOOL’S SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT - Held the weekend of April 6 and 7 in Co-ed, Men’s or Women’s Divisions.

Registration going on now for

WINTER DANCE CLASSES with Linda Dysart Preschool thru Advanced Starts week of Jan. 15.

Call the Bill Heddles Recreation Center and Cultural Dept. for more information on any of these classes and registration - 874-0923.

VESTAFJELL LODGE OF THE SONS OF NORWAY MEET, 2 p.m., Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 3133 F Road, Grand Junction. Diane Molter, Denver, presents program on “Scandinavian Pioneers’ Connection to the Orphan Trains,” and Janice Koppang entertains with a humorous story about Norwegians. Also, 2013 officers for the lodge will be installed

by Zone 8 SON director Linda Ault. Wear your Norwegian sweater and bring a dessert or a dish to go with the chili and soup that will be provided for the lunch. Guests welcome. For more information, call 242-3396 or 245-5649 or check the website, www.vestafjelllodge.org.

Monday, January 14

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP, 2nd Monday of each month, 2:30 p.m., classroom B, Delta County Memorial Hospital.

BLACK CANYON CAMERA CLUB MEETS, 4:30 p.m., Heaven’s View Apartments community room, 1445 Porter Court, Delta.

After meeting, program is a webinar on location lighting with Scott Kelby. Public welcome to attend. Call Rae-Ann at 8567809 for more information.

Wednesday, January 16

TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CLUB MEETS, first and third Wednesdays of each month, 12:15 p.m., U.S. Forest Service, 2250 Highway 50, Delta. For more information, call Tom Condos, 874-6667 or www.toastmasters.org.

Thursday, January 17

BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL BOARD MEETING, 6 p.m. policy review, 7 p.m. regular meeting, Cedaredge Middle School, 845 SE Deer Creek Drive, Cedaredge.

PAONIA ROTARY CLUB MEETING, 12 noon, Paonia Town Hall.

Program begins at 12:30 p.m.: features Claudia King and Kathy McKee, authors of “North Fork Valley,” a history book in pictures. Public welcome.

Friday, January 18

“THE CULTURE OF TEXTILES” TALK AND STORYTELLING, 6:30 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia.

“CELEBRATING THE PIANO” CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education, 822 Grand Avenue, Delta.

Two pianists, Susan Elliott of Paonia and Andrea Arese-Elias of Grand Junction, perform. Hosted by Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association. Tickets: $20 adults and $5 for students at the door. For more information, call Bob Brown, 835-4480 or Ron Austin, 874-7970 or Sue Roushar, 249-9154 or visit www.deltamontroseconcerts.com.

Saturday, January 19

JOIN DELICIOUS DANCE FOR A MONTHLY SOCIAL DANCE and a celebration of community, 7-10 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Swingin’ at the Sage. Open to dancers of all ages and abilities. Bring dancing shoes and a snack to share.

CAWS ANNUAL MEETING, 1 p.m., Paonia Public Library. Meet new and old board members and see what’s planned for the coming year.

DELTA COUNTY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Delta County Library, downstairs conference room, 211 West 6th Street, Delta.

Monday, January 21

HOTCHKISS MEMORIAL HALL MEETING, 7 p.m., community hall.

It is very important that the public be informed and is invited to attend. For more information, call Nancy, 872-3771.

Saturday, January 26

PEA GREEN SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERT, 7-9:30 p.m., Pea Green Community Center, crossroads of Highway 348 and Banner Road southwest of Delta. Tonight features: David and Tamara Hauze, Work Release, and Rock Creek. $5 at the door. Oldtime, folk and bluegrass musical acts and entertainment.

Seating limited. Bring a snack to share if you want. For more information, call Len Willey, 874-8879.

Tuesday, February 5

BIANNUAL REORGANIZATION MEETING for the Delta County Republicans, 7 p.m., Orchard City Town Hall. A county chairman, vice chairman, secretary and two bonus state committee members will be elected.

Wednesday, February 6

TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CLUB MEETS, first and third Wednesdays of each month, 12:15 p.m., U.S. Forest Service, 2250 Highway 50, Delta. For more information, call Tom Condos, 874-6667 or www.toastmasters.org.

Monday, February 11

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP, 2nd Monday of each month, 2:30 p.m., classroom B, Delta County Memorial Hospital.

Wednesday, February 20

TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CLUB MEETS, first and third Wednesdays of each month, 12:15 p.m., U.S. Forest Service, 2250 Highway 50, Delta. For more information, call Tom Condos, 874-6667 or www.toastmasters.org.

Saturday, February 23

PEA GREEN SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERT, 7-9:30 p.m., Pea Green Community Center, crossroads of Highway 348 and Banner Road southwest of Delta. $5 at the door. Old-time, folk and bluegrass musical acts and entertainment. Seating limited.

Bring a snack to share if you want. For more information, call Len Willey, 874-8879.

Wednesday, March 6

TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CLUB MEETS, first and third Wednesdays of each month, 12:15 p.m., U.S. Forest Service, 2250 Highway 50, Delta. For more information, call Tom Condos, 874-6667 or www.toastmasters.org.

Saturday, March 9

BLACK CANYON FLY FISHING SHOW, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Montrose County Fairgrounds, Friendship Hall. Free admittance.

Monday, March 11

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP, 2nd Monday of each month, 2:30 p.m., classroom B, Delta County Memorial Hospital.

Items for the Community Calendar may be faxed to 874-4424, mailed to P.O. Box 809, Delta, CO 81416 or emailed to: editor@deltacountyindependent.com

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New location for avalanche training

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Cedaredge location of an avalanche awareness meeting this Friday has been changed.

The meeting will be held at the Cedaredge Community Center at 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 11, said event organizer Joe Ogelsby of the North Fork Snowmobile Club.

The event had originally been scheduled at the Creekside Cafe which has closed temporarily because of a kitchen fire.

Ogelsby said that the avalanche awareness course and training course is sponsored yearly and jointly hosted by the North Fork club and the Delta SnoKrusers Club.

Following the session Friday night which will include a bowl of homemade chili for

attendees, the training will resume atop Grand Mesa at 9 a.m. on Saturday.

There, at the Mesa Top parking lot located between County Line Trail and the Lands End turnoff near mile marker 30, hands-on demonstrations will be conducted on the basics of avalanche awareness, rescue, and other topics.

The Delta SnoKrusers will host a ride following the Saturday class and everyone is welcome to ride along.

There will be door prizes awarded and there is a registration of $10 for Colorado Snowmobile Club members, or $20 for non-members.

Joe Ogelsby can be reached at 921-3002. The phone for the North Fork Snowmobile Club is 872-2167. The Delta SnoKrusers number is 2704474.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Tongue Creek Valley A frigid view of the Tongue Creek Valley and ‘dobies is seen on a recent morning from Hamilton Road.

Cedaredge budget taps reserves

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Cedaredge Town Board adopted its 2013 budget at its regular December meeting.

The budget for Cedaredge is balanced, but spending from reserves will be required in five of the six budget funds to achieve that balance.

The Cedaredge town budget for 2013 will be a $5.12 million document that allocates 55 percent of its resources to capital spending projects of one kind or another, according to Town Administrator Katie Sickles. Total salaries in the town’s 2013 budget (i.e. “total labor”) are budgeted at $1.44 million.

The budget abstract projects revenues of $4.77 million against the higher expenditure figure of $5.12 million.

Spending from reserves projected in the 2013 document is as follows: general fund ($299,770); water fund ($76,212); sewer fund ($7,933); golf course ($6,878); and, trust fund (state Lottery) ($29,058). The capital improvement fund projects a surplus of $67,058.

According to a budget analysis prepared by town hall, total 2013 spending from reserves in the five funds requiring spending from reserves is ($352,792). All six

budget funds are projected to retain overall cash reserves at the end of the year. Total fund reserves ending 2013 are projected to be $1.16 million.

Some of the projected spending in the town’s 2013 budget is contingent on receiving grant funds. If those grants are not approved, the spending will not occur.

Town government department heads made brief presentations to the trustees on proposed spending plans for 2013 during the Cedaredge Town Board’s public hearing on next year’s budget. The meeting took place on Nov. 29. Among the budget details addressed were the following ones: • Police department spending will be $25,000 less in 2013, reported the chief. The police department budget for 2013 is $489,350. The department is budgeting for replacement of its radar units in coming years.

• Expenses at the golf course were trimmed 10 percent in 2012, reported golf pro Larry Murphy. The town’s cash contribution to golf next year will be $15,000, down from $44,000 in 2012, Murphy said.

Some income items in the golf course fund posted increases during 2012, Mur-

Orchard City reviews real estate offer

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Orchard City trustees and mayor met in a rare executive session with Realtor Bert Sibley in December to discuss an offer the town had received on its property at Eckert.

The former county shops building has been listed for sale. Following the executive session, trustees approved the mayor making a counter offer to a potential buyer.

Earlier this year, a contract on the property fell through when a title search uncovered problems. Those title problems have since been resolved.

In other business during its December meeting, the town board dealt with the following matters: • The trustees postponed consideration of a proposed contract with consultant SGM on the advice of the town attorney who has suggested some changes in the document.

The town is in negotiations with SGM for two projects. One is a dynamic computer model of the town’s water system that could be used to predict and plan operational details and “what if” scenarios. The other project is an automation of the water storage facilities on Tank Hill. The Tank Hill

project especially is intended to help stop the high amount of treated water loss from the town’s delivery system.

Trustees plan to take the SGM contract issue up for consideration again at their Jan. 9 meeting.

• The town board endorsed the planning commission’s approval of a setback variance requested by Baltizar Antillon. The trustees approved a five-foot setback variance from the code-required ten feet. Trustees were told that Antillon wants to build a shed in which to store tires for his business at 905 2100 Road.

• Trustees approved a boundary adjustment comprising 327.9 square feet between the Eckert IOOF Hall and the Drost’s Chocolates store. The IOOF Hall has found a buyer, it was reported, but title work on it revealed that the building had been sitting three feet over the property line.

• Community meetings will be held during January in Orchard City and Cedaredge hosted by the Grand Mesa Water Conservancy District and other agencies to discuss the impacts of the Colorado Water Compact on local water resources, and other water issues, Trustee Jimmie Boyd reported.

phy reported. Total golf revenue was up 3.5 percent in 2012, he added.

• The water fund projects purchase and installation of 35 new water meters to improve metering and billing at a total cost of $7,000.

Installation of a pump for watering Town Park is also projected, said Dave Smith, public works director.

• Two revenue items seen by many as an indicator of the local economy are the projected mineral severance tax receipts and federal mineral leasing fees.

The town’s 2013 budget projects income from the state mineral severance tax to decline by 50 percent based

on state estimates. Federal mineral leasing dollars coming into the town are projected to remain flat at 2012 levels, according to the town administrator.

• The town administrator’s budget statement includes a note that, “$215,000 for purchase of civic center property, using reserves as set aside and assuming a lease purchase for the remaining balance.”

• The town’s largest revenue source is from user fees, including sewer and water charges. They comprise 29 percent of town revenue. Loans account for 23 percent, and grants for 13 percent of projected 2013 revenue, according to the budget abstract.

Public forum on rates set for Thursday The Cedaredge trustees have scheduled a public forum on proposed new water and sewer rates.

The session is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 10 at 6 p.m., preceding the town board’s regular monthly work session.

Plan puts numbers to Cedaredge’s capital needs

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Town of Cedaredge’s Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) looks forward to the possible completion of a number of projects throughout the community in coming years.

The CIP is a guideline used by the town board for reference in adopting annual budgets.

The CIP is looking forward to some big-ticket expense items in coming years including a $3 million expenditure in 2017 or beyond for a new Civic Center that would incorporate town administrative offices.

Other big-ticket expenditures foreseen by the Plan are the $1 million “Northridge water line replacement” in 2014, and $3.29 million for a new “wastewater treatment plant” in 2015.

Inclusion of a capital project in the CIP does not guarantee that a project will be funded in that year’s budget. Many of the specific line items in the Plan include grant funds that are already received or that the administration is planning to apply for.

The town’s capital improvements plan includes some of the following other major projects.

• Administrative department projects listed in the Plan under 2013 include $20,000 budgeted to the eventual Civic Center project; $17,000 for the recent town hall repair work; and, $10,000 for new financial and accounting software. Total administrative expenditures foreseen under the Plan for 2013 are $58,500.

• Public health and protection is allocated $11,435 in 2013 for police department uses.

• The Capital Improvements Plan envisions 2013 allocations in the transportation category including $400,000 for the downtown West Main Street project, $369,000 for the intersection at Grand Mesa Drive and Main Street, and $110,000 for

street asphalt maintenance.

The total allocated for transportation under the Plan’s guidelines for the year is $921,500.

• The Plan envisions $550,000 in 2013 for “West Main Street Major Street Improvement.” It foresees $180,000 spending next year in Applewood subdivision, and there is $600,000 envisioned in 2016 for NW Cedar Ave. Almost $1 million more is foreseen being needed in the “unknown” future for other street improvements on West Main Street to 5th Street.

• The Capital Improvements Plan proposes $276,400 spending for 2013 in the water

fund. The largest single item in that category is $89,000 to “refurbish and repair” the interior of a one-million gallon treated water storage tank.

• In the sewer fund, the Plan sees $100,000 going into a fund for the eventual construction of a new wastewater treatment plant.

• Of the $107,224 in capital spending seen for the golf course in 2013, the largest single line item is a $66,000 lease payment for grounds maintenance equipment.

Specific details of the Capital Improvement Plan, detailed explanations, or answers to particular questions are available from town government officials.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Here comes the sun Sun-tracking solar arrays are being installed and adjusted at Cedaredge Elementary School. The arrays are a key element in the building’s energy-conscious design.

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‘Tech Soup’ offers helpful tips

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Fire closure Cedaredge’s Creekside Cafe, formerly known as the Ole Bakery, was temporarily closed last week due to a kitchen fire. Reopening is planned, but the exact date was not available at deadline.

The Cedaredge Public Library’s Saturday open forum “Tech Soup” sessions have been growing in popularity, library staff reports.

A good example: last Saturday, a group of four local technophiles arrived for the 11 a.m. mutual support session.

Within minutes the number of participants had doubled.

The Tech Soup sessions have been hosted at the Cedaredge Public Library for a couple of years, say staff members. They are designed as informal support and help sessions where people with various questions about their computers and related devices can share experiences, get suggestions and try out new ideas.

But now, the town’s

cutting edge techies are showing up in greater numbers than ever with their pad devices and ereaders, say library staff.

Apparently, Santa was busy delivering lots of the latest high-tech toys to the luckiest good girls and boys. So, last Saturday’s session was an especially lively one with lots of participants on the lookout for new tips and tricks using their mouseless and keyboardless Kindles, iPads, and other devices.

What next? Maybe a support group for folks coming together to see if they can figure out how to outsmart their smart phones.

The library’s Saturday tech sessions are patron-driven. Library staff can provide support only on a time-available basis as they have many other regular duties and

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Keeping up with new technologies is the passion of Cedaredge Public Library’s “Tech Soup” patrons who gather on Saturdays for mutual support and open forum seminar sessions on using their cutting-edge computer devices. Shown at a session last Saturday are, from left, Norma Miller, Karen Locke, Cara Morton, Markee Travis, Pat Means, Judy Welch and Gretchen Atkinson. The sessions are open to all, beginning at 11 a.m. patrons to serve also.

The library does host twice-monthly computer classes that are more

structured and instruction-based for anyone who wants more one-onone guidance.

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Our caring and dedicated night staff watch over those residing at Horizons Care Center while they sleep.

The staff are quick to respond to needs and provide companionship for those who enjoy staying up late.

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want to know what else your library is offering, please contact the library or visit the Delta County Libraries website at www.delta libraries.org. Check out these programs: Cedaredge Computer Class for Beginners. Learn how to use a computer. Friday, Jan. 11, at 10:30 a.m. Contact the Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Tech Soup Saturdays. Bring your devices and tech questions every Saturday in January from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Adult Craft Class.

“Recycled e-Reader Keeper.” Friday, Jan. 18, at 10:30 a.m. Contact the library at 8563518 to register.

Teen Scene. “iPad Fun Night.” Friday, Jan. 18, at 4:30 p.m.

Computer Class for Beginners. Exploring the Internet. Friday, Jan. 25, at 10:30 a.m.

Contact the library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Storytimes. Baby, tot and preschooler storytimes are Thursdays starting at 10 a.m.

For more information, contact the library at 856-3518.

Crawford Computer Help.

Bring specific computer questions or just spend time honing your skills each Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m.

Slide Show Presentation by authors/ photographers Charlie & Diane Winger.

“Because It’s There - A Photographic Journey to the Mountains of the World” is a slideshow presentation featuring breathtaking photos from worldwide mountain climbing destinations, accompanied by stories from over 35 years of mountaineering endeavors. Some of the stories are hairraising, some are a little crazy, and some will have you laughing out loud. Friday, Jan. 11, from 5 to 6 p.m. Contact the Crawford Library at 921-3500 for more

details.

Tweens Book Club.

Come join us for book discussions and snacks.

Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Wii and Waffles.

Kids of all ages come, have fun playing Wii games, and enjoy a waffle and juice treat!

Thursday, Jan. 17, from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Wonders of China.

Travel to Beijing, see the famous Terra Cottas, and float the Yangtze River. Thursday, Jan. 17, from 7 to 8 p.m.

Photo Editing.

With photo editing, you can crop, lighten, darken, improve colors, and even correct imperfections. It is easy and fun to make your photos look great! Friday, Jan. 18, from 3 to 4 p.m.

Scrapbooking.

Work on your latest project with other “scrappers.”

Friday, Jan. 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the Crawford Library at 921-3500 for more information.

Cabin Fever Book Sale. Check out the Friends of the Crawford Library annual book sale in the community room at town hall. Friday, Jan. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Storytimes. Baby, tot, and preschooler story-times are Thursdays starting at 10 a.m.

Delta Club 4-5. Kids come play skill game challenges. Test your skills and earn some prizes!

Thursday, Jan. 10, at 4:30 p.m.

Tech Tuesdays. Get help with any computer or electronic device on Tech Tuesdays, Jan. 15 and 22 from 1 to 6 p.m.

Please contact Delta Library at 874-9630 to schedule a time that is convenient for you!

Teens. Teens come and play “skill game challenges.” Test your skills and earn some prizes! Thursday, Jan. 17, at 4:30 p.m.

Kids. Have lots of fun with stories and crafts

CEDAREDGE HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Thur., Jan. 10 C Team & JV Girls Basketball at Grand Junction, 4:00, 5:30 p.m.; Wrestling vs. Hotchkiss, 6:00 p.m.

Fri., Jan. 11 Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Basalt, 3:00, 4:30, 6:00, & 7:30 p.m.

Sat., Jan. 12 Girls & Boys Basketball vs. Grand Valley, 1:00, 2:30, 4:00 & 5:30 p.m.; Wrestling at Eagle Valley Tourney, TBA. Tues., Jan. 15 C Team Basketball vs. Hotchkiss at 4:00, 5:30 p.m.

Wed., Jan. 16 Wrestling at Gunnison, 6:00 p.m.

Sponsored by:

Andersen Garage 120 S. Grand Mesa Dr., Cedaredge 856-3991

to celebrate children’s author Rosemary Wells.

Friday, Jan. 18, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Adult Monthly Book Club. The selection for January is “Atonement” by Ian McEwan.

Saturday, Jan. 19, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Contact the library at 874-9630 for a copy.

Club 4-5. Kids come and play the game, “Fact or Crap.” Can you tell the difference? Prizes for those who can!

Thursday, Jan. 24, at 4:30 p.m.

Storytimes. Storytimes for babies, tots and preschoolers are Wednesdays starting at 10:30 a.m.

For information, call the library at 874-9630.

Hotchkiss One-on-One Tech Help. Tuesday-Thursday by appointment.

Contact Hotchkiss Library at 872-4153 for details.

Crafty Kids. Kindergartners through second graders will have fun creating crafts.

Thursday, Jan. 17, at 3:45 p.m.

Facebook 101. Facebook is a popular social networking site that allows you to make connections, share interests, and join groups.

Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 5:30 p.m. Contact the library at 872-4153 to register.

Teens - “Ground Hog Day.” Join the fun and discover whether you will see your shadow! Wednesday, Jan. 30, at 4 p.m.

Storytimes. Storytimes for babies, tots and preschoolers are Wednesdays starting at 10 a.m.

For more information, contact the library at 872-4153.

Paonia Computer Help.

Get help with any computer or electronic device. Call Paonia Library at 527-3470 to schedule a time that is convenient for you!

Evening Book Club.

“The Honey Thief” by Elizabeth Graver. Tragedy forces a mother and daughter to face life’s stings. Thursday, January 10 at 7 p.m. Contact Paonia Library at 527-3470 for a copy.

Computer Class Pinterest. Pinterest is a pinboard-style social photo-sharing website that allows users to create and manage themebased image collections such as events, interests, hobbies, and more.

Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 6 p.m.

Contact Paonia Library at 527-3470 to sign up.

Armchair Travel Series. Costa Rica with the Sorensen family.

Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 6 p.m.

Storytimes. Baby, tot and preschooler storytimes are Tuesdays starting 10 a.m. Contact Paonia Library at 527-3470.

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Recovery from stroke program to be Jan. 10 Victim shares his challenging journey back from debilitating 2005 stroke Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Frozen ‘dobies The ‘dobies north of Delta lie frozen in early morning sunlight as seen from Trap Club Road.

On Jan. 10 at 2 p.m., the Friends of the Cedaredge Library will present a talk by Ardon Barnes entitled “My Stroke.”

Ardon suffered a stroke in 2005 in which he lost his speech and his

ability to read. His therapist encouraged him to write and to re-enter his social activities as soon as possible in order to regain his lost skills. His program tells the story of his journey back from the stroke.

Today, Ardon is a productive member of our local community. The public is encouraged to attend this informative talk. The program will

take place in the Meeting Room of the Cedaredge Library.

The January meeting of the Friends will follow at approximately 2:30 p.m.

Refreshments will be served. For more information on the Friends group, please call Laurea Welch at 856-2184.

For the 2013 programs, please call Verity Martin at 856-7661.

Birds of the Western Slope A look at local birds with Evelyn Horn Spotted Towhee There’s movement at the edge of a snow patch on our tawny winter lawn. I see a long tail . . . gone. Now I know why, there’s a car coming along the road. This bird is certainly shy, for the juncos keep foraging. My new bird is about twice the size of them and it has a dark head and back. There isn’t much insect life now in winter, so it’s likely a seed-eater.

A towhee?

Well, my day’s work is cut out for me — watch for the towhee! As we sit down to breakfast, there’s a bit of movement in the drift of leaves at the base

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Spotted Towhee of the ornamental pear tree. Watch . . . juncos.

Dishes are done, and I’m looking at the newspaper. There’s definitely a bird in the leaf drift . . . reddish side and a white belly. Gone again. I wait a bit more . . . there’s

my bird. Smaller than a robin, dark seed-eater bill . . . and a red eye! It’s a spotted towhee, pronounced /TOE he/. There is a pattern of white spots along the wing, so the common name, “spotted,” with the scientific label of Pipilo maculatus. The term Pipilo means chirping or twittering and maculatus means “spotted.” This little nine-inch bird is an old friend, but infrequently seen, so this is a treat for me. They are more likely found in the high country and seem to come down here for winter.

There are a number of Towhees, occurring in

various locations across our continent. Though they differ in plumage, they’re all seed-eaters and they all have a similar foraging style called a “double scratch.” Many small birds scratch with one foot, but the towhees scratch with both feet at once. To me, they seem to bounce up and down.

Now, right at the edge of the leaf-drift . . . leaves are being tossed about . . . and there’s the towhee!

Up onto the exposed cottonwood root . . . over toward the pyracantha . . . gone again. I’ll check my copy of Sibley’s “Guide to Birds.” There’s a similar Eastern towhee (no spots on the wing), and a hybrid of the two! Plus Pacific, Southwest, and Great Plains varieties of my bird. Sibley says, “More study needed.” Yep!

Wilderson Lock & Hill, LLC is pleased to announce that Jacob With and Kendall Burgemeister are now members of the firm.

Mr. With’s practice focuses on transactions, planning and civil litigation relating to real estate, trusts, and estates.

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The mesa by moonlight The Senior Hikers braved minus-zero temperatures last month to enjoy a full moon outing on Grand Mesa at Skyway on Dec. 28. There were nine hardy members joining the group that night. They are, from left, Jude Kieca, Karen Black, Jan Phillips (her daughter, Heidi, was the photographer), Jim Black, Rex Replogle, Marv Kieca, Marilyn Smith and Judy Benns. “Great fun was had by all,” members reported.

Mr. Burgemeister’s practice focuses on transactions and civil litigation relating to water, real estate, and business.

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Thanks for the snow! More please!

BY HANNAH HOLM Coordinator, Water Center at Colorado Mesa University

A snowy December was the perfect Christmas present for a parched Colorado, which ended November suffering from desiccated soils, depleted reservoirs and anxious ski resorts. A series of storms over the past few weeks made the state start to look like its proper winter self. So the Drought of 2012 must be over, right?

Not quite yet.

The Weekly Climate, Water and Drought Assessment Summary for the Upper Colorado River Basin, released by the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS) on January 1, notes that the water picture improved markedly in December, but the amount of water in the snowpack in western Colorado river basins is still only between about 70 percent and 85 percent of normal for this time of year.

The snowpack for the Upper Colorado River Basin as a whole (the area that drains into the Colorado River above Glenn Canyon dam) is doing better, at about 94 percent of average, because of higher accumulations in northeastern Utah and southwestern Wyoming river basins. The NIDIS report also notes that as of December 30, soil moisture levels were below 30 percent of average across all of western Colorado and eastern Utah, with an exceptionally dry area in southwestern Wyoming.

Looking more closely at the river basins that meet in Grand Junction, the Colorado River Basin snowpack in Colorado had 69 percent of its

average water content for this time of year on Jan. 2. For some historical perspective, there’s more fluffy, frozen water in the hills now than there was at the beginning of 2012, and just about the same amount as at the beginning of 2002. The picture is similar in the Gunnison Basin.

The U.S. Drought Monitor, last updated December 25, showed all of Colorado remaining in drought, with “exceptional” (that’s the worst level) drought conditions persisting in southeastern Colorado and “severe” (that’s second worst) drought conditions persisting in far northwestern Colorado, including much of Mesa County.

That’s not too surprising, considering that the National Weather Service announced that 2012 was Grand Junction’s third warmest and third driest year on record.

Looking ahead, the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center forecasts that the next three months are likely to be a little warmer than average across Colorado and Utah, and both states can expect somewhat drier conditions in their southern tiers and average conditions in their northern tiers.

Zooming out, the U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook, released December 20, shows a giant, dark brown stain spreading

from Minnesota and Texas in the east to Nevada and Southern California in the west that is labeled “Persistence.” This is where forecasters expect drought conditions to persist or intensify through the end of March.

So, with all this data, what’s the take-home for western Colorado? It’s too early to panic about next year’s water situation, given that early spring is when we typically get most of our water, and large-scale, long-range projections aren’t terribly reliable for forecasting local conditions. But it’s also too early to breathe sighs of relief.

This is part of a series of articles coordinated by the Water Center at Colo-

Soil health conference in Delta on Jan. 24-25 The 3rd annual Western Slope Soil Health Conference will be held on Thursday and Friday, Jan. 24-25, at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, located at 530 Gunnison River Drive in Delta. This conference is designed to educate producers, government officials and the broad community about issues to increase organic matter in our soils through cover crops, green manure, compost, minimum tillage, and various soil amendments. Also, various irrigation practices will be addressed.

There is no admission charge to attend the conference which will begin each day at 8:30 a.m., concluding at 4:30 p.m.

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for both Delta County Economic Development Inc., and Montrose Economic Development Corporation. Both agencies have partnered in a joint sponsorship of the conference along with other local businesses and agencies.

Featured speakers for this two-day conference include: • Brendon Rockey, Rockey Farms, Colorado; • Rudy Garcia, NRCS, New Mexico; • John Diener, Red Rock Ranch, California; • Jay Fuhrer, NRCS, Burleigh County, North Dakota; and • Mike Collins, area conservationist for the NRCS will be moderating the conference.

Producers panels will be held throughout the

two-day event including discussions on cover crops, companion crops, composting, cowboy mix, and connecting all of the dots for success.

Davetos Italian Restaurant and C&J’s Café will be serving lunch each day, which is free of charge to conference attendees. There will be a variety of agricultural product vendors on site along with informative lectures and education throughout the event.

If you have ever asked yourself “What is Soil Health?” please join us for this two-day informative event. For more information, please contact Delta County Economic Development at 874-4992, or Montrose Economic Development Corporation at 249-9438.

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4-H top honors These members of the 4-H livestock judging team from our area went to Phoenix to compete in the livestock judging contest at the Arizona National Livestock Show. The contest was held on Dec. 30, and our 4-H team members judged beef, sheep, and hog classes. The senior team took first place overall with many individual ribbons won by both the senior and junior 4-H members. Shown above, from left, are team members Rachael Lund, Randolynn Madison, Owen Craig, Dean VanWinkle, Clay Kimberlin, Justin Moser, Lauren Davies, Shannon Davies and Jessica Craig.

Workshop for new commercial fruit growers Western Colorado is fertile ground for growing a variety of fruits, and people from all over are drawn here to start new home-grown enterprises.

Even so, there are unique challenges to growing fruit trees that can take some unprepared farmers by surprise and cost them more than they need to spend.

On Monday, Jan. 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Colorado State University Extension and the Western Colorado Research Center will team up to offer an indepth one-day class for beginning commercial fruit tree producers. Five different experts in specific fields will explore topics including: • Basic tree structures; • Principles of fruit thinning; • Pruning and train-

ing trees; • Water management; • Nutrition and fertilization; • Managing insect, diseases and weeds; and • Marketing and creating an enterprise budget.

Those who have been growing fruit trees for commercial purposes for fewer than five years will benefit greatly from the workshop. There will be an hour-long Q&A session, and participants will leave with a CD that covers the material in the class.

The cost is $50 and includes a box lunch. It will take place at the Western Colorado Research Center on Orchard Mesa at 3168 B 1/2 Road in Grand Junction. Payment must be received by Jan. 10. Checks can be made out to CSU. Call 970-4343264, ext. 201 for more information.

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For wildlife, winter is a stressful season when they can lose 30 percent or more of their body weight. Consequently, people should avoid disturbing Colorado’s wild critters during cold weather months.

To minimize disturbance of animals in the Gunnison Basin, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding people who collect big-game shed antlers of special regulations that restrict when antlers can be collected from public lands.

“Animals are under a lot of stress during the winter; the less energy they use unnecessarily the better their chances of surviving,” said J Wenum, area wildlife manager in Gunnison for the agency. “Please, don’t disturb big game on the winter range.”

Those who violate the regulations can be fined $70, be assessed five penalty points against their hunting and fishing privileges and any antlers collected will be confiscated. Harassing wildlife

is also illegal under state statute and can result in additional fines.

In the Gunnison Basin, where antler shed collecting is popular, there are two regulations in place to prevent disturbance of animals on public lands in big game management units 54, 55, 551, 66 and 67. Collection of shed antlers is prohibited on public lands within those units from Jan. 1 through March 14. From March 15 through May 15, shed antler collection is prohibited from legal sunset until 10 a.m.

Collecting of shed antlers for commercial use has grown during the last decade. At this time of year human activity in winter range can cause significant disturbance to deer, elk and to the Gunnison sage-grouse during the birds’ mating period in early spring.

“These regulations have been in place for several years now, so collectors should know about them; no one can plead ignorance,” Wenum said.

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Bulldog five outshoot Paonia second time

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

A 20-point fourth period that included four consecutive free throws in the final moments of the game resulted in a second win this season for Hotchkiss over the neighboring Paonia Eagles.

Two weeks earlier at the Delta County tournament, the Bulldogs, competing in their first year as a class 2A team, pulled off a three-point win over Paonia in a game that came down to the final seconds.

The score was close throughout the game. A late three-pointer by Cody Bartlett put the Bulldogs ahead, 15-10, at the end of the first period.

Paonia scored 21 points in the second period. Taylor Walters sank two from the line after drawing a foul early in the second, and Bartlett held on to the six-point

lead, hitting another trey in the opening seconds.

Ben Linnell caught fire, sinking four field goals from the paint for Paonia, with Walters adding six and Josiah Spano another six to tie the game at 31-all heading into the half.

With less than 10 seconds remaining in the third, Taylor Schreiner took a steal in for two, giving Hotchkiss a 4139 lead heading into the fourth period. Bartlett opened with a quick two, and Tye Bayles scored, putting Hotchkiss ahead again by six. Paonia got to within two, but Hotchkiss maintained control, allowing Schreiner to score two goals and shoot 2-4 from the line.

Bartlett made some lastminute attempts, drawing fouls and shooting 4-4 from the line.

With time running out and Hotchkiss holding a

narrow lead, Eric Carney hit a three-pointer, but Hotchkiss continued to control the court, with Bartlett hitting 4-4 from the line for the win.

Spano scored a teamhigh 15 for Paonia, and Linnell added 10. Walters, who was 5-6 from the line, ended the game with nine points.

Schreiner scored a game-high 18 points for the Bulldogs, with Bartlett contributing 14.

This was the first of two, 2A Western Slope League games between the local rivals. Paonia was missing starting point guard Taylor Katzer on Saturday, and shooting guard Spano, a lead scorer for the Eagles, was absent from December’s game. The next game between the two schools, which will count toward Photo by Tamie Meck their conference records, Paonia’s Josiah Spano draws the foul on Josh Hardin in the Eagles’ 54-61 loss is scheduled for Feb. 19 to Hotchkiss last week. Spano scored 15 points for the Eagles in the loss. at Hotchkiss.

Lady Eagles strike early in win over HHS Paonia guard Chelsy two three-pointers to end Reed scored a game- the game with 12 points.

The two teams will face In their first year in high 13 points, including class 2A competition, the two three-pointers, and off in a conference game Hotchkiss Lady Bulldogs Mandy Bushta also shot on Feb. 19 at Hotchkiss. are enjoying a successful season. With Western Slope league competition beginning this week, Hotchkiss has a 6-3 record that includes a season-opener loss to 3A Olathe.

But they just can’t get past Paonia.

Just two weeks earlier, the two teams met for the first of three games this season at the First Colorado National Bank Delta County tournament. Hotchkiss lost by 13, and trailed by three at the half.

This time, Paonia was ready. The Lady Eagles press didn’t allow Hotchkiss past half court for the first minute and a half of play. With 10 seconds remaining in the first period, Katie Richards scored the first two points for the Lady Bulldogs from the free throw line. With eight seconds remaining, Kylie Hodges hit the team’s first field goal from down low and under heavy pressure.

Hotchkiss trailed 4-14 at the end of the first quarter.

Paonia never let the Lady Bulldogs back in the game, leading Photo by Tamie Meck 35-12 at the half. The Lady Bulldog Alexis Westergren (23) blocks PaoLady Eagles pulled their nia’s Tyler Rapke after Rapke pulled down an offenstarters with just over a sive rebound in the Lady Eagles’ 51-29 win over minute remaining in the Hotchkiss. The two teams have one more schedthird. uled meeting, on Feb. 19, that counts in WSL play.

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Photo by Wayne Crick

This year’s MVP players from the First Colorado National Bank Basketball Classic Tournament are members of the Delta High School basketball programs. On the left is Skylyn Webb, who is a two-time winner of the award, and Douglas Hawkins. Both are seniors at DHS.

FIRST COLORADO NATIONAL BANK BASKETBALL CLASSIC TOURNAMENT Tourney Winners Tournament MVPs Year

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Jeff McPherson-Hotchkiss

Jaime White-Delta

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Jess Wiening-Hotchkiss

Becky Allen-Hotchkiss

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Zac Gergley-Cedaredge

Sue Ann Wiening-Hotchkiss

1997

Delta

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J.R. Chatterton-Delta

Amanda Widner-Hotchkiss

1998

Delta

Paonia

Jeremy Allinson-Delta

Kriss Allen-Paonia

1999

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Nick Garver-Delta

Mickaela Kenkel-Hotchkiss

2000

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Cedaredge

Nate Bullis-Cedaredge

Bri Hotz-Cedaredge Cassie Hutto-Cedaredge

2001

Cedaredge

Cedaredge

Jake Brooks-Cedaredge

2002

Cedaredge

Cedaredge

Jesse Anderson-Cedaredge

Cassie Hutto-Cedaredge

2003

Delta

Cedaredge

Blake Carlquist-Delta

Amber Koroshetz-Cedaredge

2004

Paonia

Cedaredge

Billy Mitchell-Paonia

Krista Coble-Cedaredge

2005

Delta

Delta

Clay Norell-Delta

Jessica Watkins-Delta

2006

Delta

Cedaredge

Michael Bear-Delta

Lexi Galvin-Cedaredge

2007

Paonia

Paonia

David Carney-Paonia

Johanna Reed-Paonia

2008

Delta

Paonia

Eli Baier-Delta

Jordyn Rienks-Paonia

2009

Hotchkiss

Paonia

Pat Sullivan-Hotchkiss

Jordyn Rienks-Paonia

2010

Delta

Delta

Eli Baier-Delta

Jenni Jones-Delta

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Delta

Jake Ames-Delta

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2012

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Delta hosts New Year Opener swim meet

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

The Delta High School swim team opened 2013 with its New Year Opener on Jan. 5, 2013. Many of the athletes on this year’s team recorded personal best times at the meet.

Coach Amanda Hatch noted her girls had been working hard through the Christmas break with individual times reflecting that work ethic.

Senior Soraya Luna dropped over six seconds in her 200 freestyle, coming in eighth overall with a time of 2:59.73.

Both Ashley Ortega

(JR) and Madison Farmer (SO) put up excellent performances in the 50 freestyle, dropping over three seconds each.

Senior Kaselynn Komives came in 12 seconds faster than her previous personal best in the 100 backstroke.

Lydia Knutson, a freshman at Cedaredge High School, is still chasing that state qualifying time in the 50 freestyle and also put up an impressive second place finish in the 500 yard freestyle on Saturday at the team’s first home meet of the season. She posted a 28.91 in the 50

freestyle (third) and was second in the 500 yard freestyle race with a time of 6:40.62.

Other top 10 finishers in the meet included both medley relay teams, Luna in the 100 freestyle (10th), Kenzie Henderson (fifth) and Akalyn Page (eighth) in the 100 backstroke.

Members of the 200 yard medley team who finished fifth included Holly Collins, Page, Knutson and Henderson.

The same four swimmers are on the 200 freestyle team that finished fifth as well. A second 200 medley relay team that

finished sixth is made up of Ortega, Luna, Bry Music and Mykayla Music.

Coach Hatch was impressed with the results of the opening meet of 2013. “We have lots of little details to work on between now and Conference Championships the first weekend of February, but the girls are highly dedicated and I have no doubt we will continue to put up personal best times throughout the remainder of the season.”

The Delta swim team is in action again on Jan. 12 at Moffat County.

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta’s Madison Farmer takes a breath during the first 25 yards of the 50 yard freestyle at last Saturday’s home opener for 2013. Madison was one of several Delta swimmers who lowered their personal bests during the day’s competition.

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Delta senior plays in all-state games

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Delta High School’s Callie Gafford was selected to participate in the Colorado Coaches of Girls’ Sports AllState Volleyball Games that were played on Nov. 18 at Arvada West High School. Games from all five divisions (1A-5A) were played.

CCGS began sponsorPhoto by Wayne Crick ing an All-State Volleyball Delta’s Callie Gafford competed in the Colorado Game in 1978 to provide Coaches of Girls’ Sports All-State Volleyball games girls a showcase for talon Nov. 18 at Arvada High School. ent. Each senior athlete is nominated by coaches in her league, while coaches representing all the leagues make the final Located at: 21978 Austin Rd., Austin selection of 90 athletes.

Players are chosen on talOffering Classes for Preschoolers, ent, dedication, team play Level 1-7 • Boys & Girls and leadership.

Gafford was a middle For more information call Brenda at 835-3641 hitter for the Lady Panthers.

The talented senior is We wish all of our students and parents currently playing basketa Happy New Year! ball for Delta and will compete in track and field in the spring.

Gafford’s parents are Gip and Lana Gafford.

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The above photo is of Delta Middle School’s 7B basketball team. Delta was the 2012 Delta County Middle School 7B basketball champion in 2012. Team members include; front row, left to right, Logan Freed, Brandon Harper and Uriel Blanco. Along the back row is coach Chuck Sidor, Isaac Timbreza, Kaleb Hawkins, Tanner Webster, Brody Carr, Tavian Ashurst, Kole Granger, Jacob Wear and coach Andrew Gagnon.

PET OF THE WEEK Sponsored by: Kwiki Tire Service 1680 S. Main St. Delta • 874-4590 Coop is just the nicest fellow. He’s about 4 years old, housetrained, neutered, current with shots, very obedient. He’s playful & loves water & gets along well with others & would make an excellent family dog. To learn more about Coop or to meet him, contact his foster mom, Carol, at 970399-7227 or muttmail@paonia.com.

DELTA COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY 970-874-2149 For more information, visit Delta County Humane Society’s website or DCHS@PAONIA.COM

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Delta Middle School was this year’s 7A boys’ Delta County Middle School basketball champion for 2012. The team consists of; front row, left to right, Clayton Cotten and Sam Rodriguez. In the middle row is, (l-r), Josh Reeder, KC Tsosie and Cohen Quist. Along the back row is coach Chuck Sidor, Jasper Carmichael, Jaden Miller, KC Carlson and coach Andrew Gagnon.

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The 2012 8B Middle School boys’ basketball champions, from Delta Middle School, are pictured above. Members of the team include; front row, left to right, TJ Davis, JW Tindall, Kelby Carver, Tre Johnson and Alex Richards. In the back row is (l-r) Jonathan Anderson, Andy Richards, Luke Frazier, Pete Lousignont, Gabe Rodriguez and Ricky Granger. Not pictured; coaches Daniel Renfrow and Kirby Holmes.

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The Delta County Middle School 8A basketball champions for 2012 are the Delta Panthers. Along the front (l-r) is Blake Reiher, Kole Roberts, Damon Jensen, AB Ontiveros, Ethan Keller and Nathan Sanders. The back row is made up of (l-r) Kalen Cowley, Beau Byers, Trevor Smith, Tristan Brown, Justin Violett and Tyler McCurdy Foster. Not pictured; coaches Daniel Renfrow and Kirby Holmes.

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Great Building Sites…on either of these view lots, each include a water tap! In Delta, 0.81 acre in Roubideau Reserve, with a gentle slope, great for a walk-out basement. $65,000 #642883; In Austin, 1.05 acres with HOA irrigation. Broker Owned. $55,000 #642887 (pictured)

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AARP DRIVER SAFETY Course. Save on insurance, keep up on newer traffic laws, learn defensive driving techniques. For details and schedule contact John Loring (970) 856-6924 or (970) 424-1778.

CHAPTER, UNITS OF DAV regular meetings on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Building, 15th & Howard, Delta. For further information, call Paul Carter 874-5150. (tfx19)

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THE DISTRICT ATTORNey's Office provides services to those who have been victimized by a crime of domestic violence, assault and other crimes.

To learn more about the victim assistance services provided by the District Attorney's Office, please contact Peggy Ann Saxton at 970-874-2085. (tfx41)

AL-ANON, HOPE AND help for families and friends of alcoholics. Cedaredge: Thurs. 8 p.m., Wick Hall behind First Baptist Church, 370 W. Main, Vicki 856-7115 or Mary 856-6123. Speaker meeting last Thurs. of month. Delta: Tues. 7:30 p.m., St. Luke's Episcopal, 5th and Palmer, Mark 8748965 or Elizabeth 874-9832 (Alateen meeting in Delta, same time/place, Elizabeth 874-9832 or Shirley 3235067). Eckert: Women's meeting, Tues. 12:45-1:45 p.m., 13596 Hwy 65, Mary 210-4734. Hotchkiss: Tues., First Baptist Church, Oak and Main. Call first, Edna 872-6141 or Judy 527-5618.

Montrose: Women's meeting, Sun. 3:30-5p.m., All Saints Anglican Church, 2057 S. Townsend Ave., Leia 602-692-6332, Mon., 7 p.m. and Thurs., 12 Noon, First Presbyterian Church, 1840 E. Niagara Rd, Doug or Diane 964-4417. Paonia: Wed. 7 p.m., United Methodist, 3rd and Onarga.

Kay 527-3518 or Chris 5273366. (tfnx38)

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYmous meeting, women only, (non-smoking), Saturdays, 11 a.m., in the basement of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5th and Palmer, (go to the back door). (tfx1)

Candidates must have 5 years minimum experience with inventory control including but not limited to: shipping, receiving, inventory audits, consignment, inventory disbursement, process documentation, and other typical warehouse tasks. Candidates must have experience with materials management software.

Qualified candidates for this position must have excellent computer skills. Must be able to effectively communicate internally (within Phillips) and externally (customers and suppliers). Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload. Must be able to operate forklifts.

CHECK OUT THE BOOK store at the library. You'll find a great selection of paperbacks at reasonable prices.

Applications are being accepted up to January 9, 2013, through Colorado Workforce Center in Delta, CO at 206 Ute Avenue and through Phillips in Delta, 1440 Hwy 50. Electronic applications will be accepted at Workforce if candidate is registered accordingly. Interviews with qualified candidates will be arranged as soon as possible.

IF YOU LOVE BOOKS, you will love the Downstairs Bookstore in the basement of the Delta Public Library.

PART-TIME CLEANING person needed at Delta Elks Lodge. Call Dennis at 8743624. (2x02) NEW ADDRESS? PLEASE notify the Delta County Independent 10 days prior to moving. PO Box 809, Delta, CO 81416 or 970-8744421.

ALATEEN, DELTA: TUES. 7:30 p.m., St Luke's Church, 5th & Palmer, 874-9832. (tfnx38) THE PREGNANCY REsource Center needs staff volunteers to join our team of those committed to presenting life and the truth of Jesus Christ. Why not call us at 874-5733 and find out more? (tfx26)

YOU HAVE THE POWER TO change a child's life!

Children are waiting for senior partners in Delta County right now! Can you spare 3 hours a week? We BECAWS! DONATIONS need your help! Call today needed.

Credit cards for more information. Please accepted. Call 970-527- volunteer to spend time with 3350, or visit cawsonline. a child in our community. org. Delta County Citizens Partners of Delta, Montrose for Animal Welfare and and Ouray, 874-4661, www.

Shelter (CAWS) partners-west.org. or www.

DELTA FOOD PANTRY deltayouth@montrose.net. needs meals for Delta (tfx13) families who are temporar- PAONIA AMERICAN ily in need. Donations of Legion runs a year round non-perishable food may non-perishable emergency be brought to 628 Meeker. food pantry. This is for (tfx36) the North Fork area. For HELP!!!

KEEP THE information, call 527-6252. animal population under (tfx49) NARCOTICS ANONYmous meets at 9th and Palmer, Delta, Mondays and Fridays at 8 p.m. (tfnx5)

Phillips Machine Service, Inc. Equal Opportunity Employer

DELTA COUNTY LIBRARies. Part-time Library Assistant – Delta Library – 20 hours/week –Adult/ senior emphasis. We are seeking a friendly, outgoing, customer-service oriented individual. Hours include evenings and Saturdays, and occasional special events. Primary duties will include direct service to the general public. Must have above average computer skills, be willing to work with adults and seniors and assist with program delivery and outreach activities.

Technology training skills desirable. Spanish language skills highly desirable. Applications are available on the Library District website: http://www.deltali braries.org . Send application with letter of interest and résumé to: Lea Hart, Delta Library Manager, Delta Public Library, 211 W. 6th St., Delta, CO 81416. For information call (970) 8749630 (2x02)

HOTCHKISS-CRAWFORD Historical Museum. Winter hours, Saturdays 1-4 p.m. thru December 24. $3 admission or free to members.

Come see our museum at 2nd & Hotchkiss Streets in Hotchkiss. 872-3780. (tfx44) ALCOHOLICS ANONYmous, at Friends of Bill W. club at 9th and Palmer, meets Sunday 1 p.m., 7 p.m.

Monday at noon, Tuesday at noon, Wednesday at noon, 5:30 ladies only. Thursday at noon, and 8 p.m., Friday at noon, Saturday 12:15 p.m. Call 874-8282. (tfnx5)

Phillips, in Delta, CO is seeking qualified candidates for a Warehouse Technician.

CONTROLLER – DELTAMontrose Electric Association (DMEA), an electric cooperative headquartered in Montrose, Colorado, is seeking a Controller.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business is required: Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA, or CPA is a plus.

Requires at least five years of recent practical work experience in Accounting or Finance discipline, supervising or leading, and demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility. Proficiency using Microsoft Office products and accounting software programs is required.

Previous experience working in an electric utility or cooperative is highly desirable. Requires strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. To apply, contact the Colorado Workforce Center in Delta or Montrose, Colorado, phone: (970) 874-5781 or (970) 249-7783. Applicants must be registered with the Colorado Workforce Center. Application packets are available from the Workforce Center.

Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 31, 2013. DMEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (2x02)

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RECEPTIONIST/CLERK: Position available immediately in the Delta District Attorney's Office. Requires excellent word processing skills (MS Word), professional demeanor, and must enjoy working with the public. Duties include handling high volume telephones, heavy filing, greeting visitors, and coordination with court and law enforcement personnel. Legal or criminal justice background preferred. Salary DOE, benefit package. Please submit résumé with employment references to: Administrator, Office of District Attorney, 1200 N. Grand Avenue, Box D, Montrose CO 81401 or fax to (970) 252-4270. The District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position closes on 01/18/2013 or until filled.

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By DELTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 251 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8721 January 10, 1913 (From the Delta Independent) Two of the biggest real estate deals occurring in this city for some months past were closed on Monday by local agents for the property.

The first was the sale of a fine 60 acre tract of unimproved land on Garnet mesa owned by W.W. Berry of Grand Junction, for $6,500 cash. The new owner, whose name we were unable to learn, states that he will begin extensive improvements to the property in the early spring.

The second, and largest deal, by the way, was the sale of Clarence Smith’s 160 acre farm on Tongue Creek – what is known as the Pomptier place – to W.F. Hornsby for $20,000. This deal, we understand, was part cash and part trade, the latter including property near Durango. *** The hose cart, hose and fire bell for the Cedaredge fire department have arrived. *** Guy Whiteaker, the Austin ice man, will be

PUBLIC SERVICE THE DELTA COUNTY Independent runs these items as a public service free of charge for non-profit organizations, if no fees are charged. However, each group is asked to please keep them current by calling 874-4421.

PIONEER AL-ANON Family Group will host a special speaker meeting on the last Thursday of each month. Everyone is welcome. 8-9 p.m. in Cedaredge at First Baptist Church, 370 W. Main Street in Wick Hall behind the church, west end. Call Mary 856-6123 or Vicki 856-7115. (tfnx12) ADVERTISE NOW!

PUBLIC SERVICE FREE DIAPERS FOR UP to one year! Pregnant women in Delta County can now get help to quit smoking and get something they can really use after their baby arrives — free diapers.

Healthy moms have healthy babies. Enroll in the Baby & Me Tobacco Free program today. Contact the Delta County Health Department at 874-2165 or your local physician. (TFNx2) SUPPORT THE DELTA Public Library. Give a gently used book in the Downstairs Book Store.

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prepared next summer to supply the demands made upon him for ice. A large force of men have been busy for several days and he estimates that his house now holds 150 tons of the finest ice ever harvested in this part of the state. *** The brick work on the new garage being erected

by J.N. Powell in Hotchkiss is finished and the inside work will be completed as rapidly as possible. This is a fine building and a notable addition to the town. *** The Merchant’s Café on Main street in Delta was closed for the winter on Tuesday evening just after supper, and Mr. Lieberum, the owner, expects to reopen about March 1st. *** The Dreamland theatre was compelled to close last Tuesday night because of inability to properly heat the premises and next day increased comfort producing facilities were installed. *** The evening train on Tuesday failed to put in an appearance until midnight because of snow blockades on Marshall pass. *** Frank Ray, the photographer, made an extra effort on Tuesday morning to reduce the opportunity for freezing in his work room, and as a result produced a red hot stove in a very short space of time.

He had film drying on a wire line just above the stove and these soon caught fire and were furnishing flames equal to those coming from lighted kerosene or powder. He was successful in getting hold of blaze quenching materials at once and thus prevented any serious damage. *** The new county officers will don the office harness next Tuesday. In the mean time the old board of commissioners is cleaning up the business of last

control, and SAVE an animal's life. Adopt your new cat or dog from the Delta County Humane Society.

Adoption fee is minimal.

Call 874-2149. (DCHS) THERE IS A VFW MEETING on the first Monday of each month. At 6 p.m. there is a potluck and the meeting is at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Building, 15th & Howard, Delta. For further information, call 874-5150 Paul Carter. (tfx31) BECAWS! ADOPT A DOG or cat today. Call 970-5273350, or visit cawsonline. org. Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS)

SAVE EYEGLASSES, OLD jewelry and silver or bits of gold and silver scraps. The Grand Odd Fellow Lodge is sending them to: New Eyes for the Needy, 549 Millburn Ave., Short Hills, NJ 07078 or send them to: Gale Conger, Secretary of IOOF Lodge #116, 544 St. Hwy. 548, Delta, CO 81416.

THE AMERICAN RED Cross needs you. Become one of the Red Cross volunteers who says, “We’ll Be There, Because Help Can’t Wait!” Call your local Red Cross Chapter at 970-2424851 or 1-800-HELP NOW for information on the difference you can make in someone’s life as a disaster volunteer. ((TFNx4))

WANT TO MAKE A QUICK sale, advertise in the Delta County Independent's Clas- PEOPLE LOOK FOR JOBS in the classifieds. 874-4421 sifieds. Call 874-4421

year which they will probably get through with this week. *** Twenty-four degrees below zero last Monday morning – the first real winter of the present season in Delta. *** Mrs. Frank Marshall gave the following mercury reports from their Orchard mesa home, north of Delta. Monday morning, 16 below against 22 below in Delta; Tuesday morning, 29, against 36 below in Delta; Wednesday morning, minus 22 and Thursday minus 14, a difference in favor of Orchard mesa’s slightly higher plane over our lower valley of minus 3.

The thermometer from which these readings were made was a government tested instrument. Such differences in temperatures are not, however, uncommon, and are generally attributed to less moisture on the mesas than in the valleys, though topographical differences may also have part in the cause. *** The usual peace and quiet of many Delta houses was sadly disturbed on Tuesday morning by a freeze that was said by pioneer residents of this section to surpass all former records. According to the government record here the temperature at 6 o’clock that morning was 36 below zero, and 27 was the former rating.

It was quiet enough that morning to hustle out of bed and get the fires in action, but vastly worse when explosions should follow the heating of frozen tanks and pipes which connected with the kitchen range and caused a perfect wrecking of that very essential piece of household furniture.

Water pipes were frozen solid in many sections of the city and as a result the plumber has been the popular and most wanted man ever since. ***

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COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0193 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 5, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Richard Leon McClanahan Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust June 19, 2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 23, 2003 Recording Information (Reception Number) 568150 Book: 981 Page: 600 Original Principal Amount $198,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $153,944.47 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 5, ECKERT ESTATES SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 1290 2110 Lane, Eckert, CO 81418.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/12/2012 Last Publication 1/9/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/05/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-11361 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 12, 19, 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0192 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 4, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Kevin G. Davis and Cynthia L. Davis Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust June 19, 2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 21, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) 616241 Original Principal Amount $193,701.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $181,720.97 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 99, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 785 Dutton St, Delta, CO 81416.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/12/2012 Last Publication 1/9/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/04/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-11494 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 12, 19, 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0191 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 4, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) AARON HINKLE Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for REPUBLIC MORTGAGE HOME LOANS LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust October 15, 2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 16, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) 638330 Original Principal Amount $150,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $141,960.63 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. LOT 11 IN BLOCK 1 OF ROCKWOOD SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 770 NW BIRCH AVENUE, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/12/2012 Last Publication 1/9/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/04/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 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.

Attorney File # 1068.05637 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 12, 19, 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0194 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 10, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) KELLI BUCHHEIM LLC Original Beneficiary(ies) BRUCE E. KLEIN AND CLAUDIA S. KLEIN, JT as to 76.92%, AND DAN J. CIERPIK AND MARSHA E. CIERPIK, JT as

to 23.08% Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BRUCE E. KLEIN AND CLAUDIA S. KLEIN, JT as to 76.92%, AND DAN J. CIERPIK AND MARSHA E. CIERPIK, JT as to 23.08% Date of Deed of Trust March 27, 2012 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 27, 2012 Recording Information (Reception Number) 657418 Original Principal Amount $80,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $80,000.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay 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 EXHIBIT “A” "EXHIBIT A" LEGAL DESCRIPTION PARCEL 1.

A PARCEL OF LAND INCLUDING PART OF LOTS 12-16, BLOCK C, HOTCHKISS 2ND ADDITION, TOWN OF HOTCHKISS, DELTA COUNTY COLORADO, BEING ALSO PART OF THE NW 1/4 OF THE NE 1/4 OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 14 SOUTH, RANGE 92 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., WITH A DESCRIPTION BASED UPON A BEARING OF SOUTH 89°42'00" EAST BETWEEN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 31 (MONUMENTED

BY A 2 INCH METAL PIPE WITH A 3 1/4 INCH ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED LS 14621) TO THE NORTH 1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 31 (MONUMENTED BY A 2 INCH METAL PIPE WITH A 3 1/4 INCH ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED LS 14621) WITH ALL OTHER BEARINGS RELATIVE THERETO: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 16, BLOCK C SAID POINT BEING SOUTH 89°42'00" EAST 980.50 FEET AND SOUTH 00°18'00" WEST 40.00 FEET FROM SAID NORTH 1/4 CORNER OF SECTION 31, PARCEL TIE THENCE RUNS SOUTH 00°18'00" WEST 82.25 FEET ALONG WEST LINE OF LOT 16, BLOCK C; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE RIGHT, THE RADIUS OF WHICH IS 517.50 FEET AND A CHORD OF WHICH BEARS SOUTH 46°25'53" EAST 3.79 FEET ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COLORADO STATE HIGHWAY #92 TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL BOUNDARY THENCE RUNS SOUTH 77°29'44" EAST 61.33 FEET ALONG A FENCE; THENCE SOUTH 90°00'00" EAST 43.80 FEET TO A POINT 6.5 FEET EAST OF THE EAST LINE OF LOT 13; THENCE SOUTH 00°18'00" WEST 43.43 FEET TO A POINT PREVIOUSLY ON THE SOUTH LINE OF AN ALLEY, PRIOR TO VACATION OF SAID ALLEY BY TOWN OF HOTCHKISS, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO; THENCE NORTH 89°42'00" WEST 53.70 FEET ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE TO A POINT ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF COLORADO STATE HIGHWAY #92; THENCE ALONG SAID LINE NORTH 37°42'00" WEST 28.10 FEET; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT, THE RADIUS OF WHICH IS 517.50 FEET AND THE CHORD OF WHICH BEARS NORTH 43°36'25" WEST 47.22 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. NOTE: THE SURVEY DEFINING ABOVE DESCRIPTION DOES NOT APPEAR IN THE REAL ESTATE RECORDS OF DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. OWNER AND PURCHASER SHOULD BE AWARE THAT CERTAIN SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS MAY BE APPLICABLE AND SHOULD BE COMPLIED WITH, IF APPLICABLE. PARCEL 2.

LOTS 19, 20 AND 21, OF THE MEYER ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF HOTCHKISS, COLORADO. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 611 HIGHWAY 92, HOTCHKISS, CO 81419.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/12/2012 Last Publication 1/9/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/10/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: SANDRA J. NETTLETON #42411 BRISCOE and ASSOCIATES PC PO BOX 120, HOTCHKISS, CO 81419 (970) 872-3118 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.

Attorney File # KELLI BUCHHEIM LLC ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 12, 19, 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0112 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On June 27, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Michael A. Eyre and Jaelene K. Eyre Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA

Date of Deed of Trust 8/22/2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 8/27/2003 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 570693 Original Principal Amount $293,600.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $252,059.02 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A S1/2NE1/4 and NW1/4SE1/4 of Section 26, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian.

EXCEPTION therefrom part of the SW1/4NE1/4 and part of the NW1/ 4SE1/4 of Section 26, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of the NW1/ 4SE1/4 of said Section 26, whence the South quarter corner of said Section 26 bears South 01°31'04" West 1311.48 feet; thence North 89°52'49" East 1617.75 feet to the Southeast corner of the NW1/ 4SE1/4 of Section 26 thence North 01°26'25" East 843.01 feet along the East line of the NW1/4SE1/4 of said Section 26; thence North 89°11'00" West 22.77 feet; thence North 69°03'00" West 106.90 feet; thence South 88°51'00" West 169.6 feet; thence West 226.27 feet; thence North 701.17 feet; thence North 42°27'00" West 106.0 feet; thence North 02°57'00" East 278.2 feet; thence North 29°40'00" West 797.18 feet to the North line of SW1/4NE1/4 of said Section 26; thence North 89°34'43" West 598.91 feet to the Northwest corner of SW1/4NE1/4 of said Section 26; thence South 01°31'04" West 2636.50 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

Delta County, Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 1640 2675 Lane, Cedaredge, CO 81413.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/12/2012 Last Publication 1/9/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 06/27/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CAMILLE Y. HARLAN #43789 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-07437 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent December 12, 19, 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0195 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 11, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Amanda Jo Kreiger Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust February 11, 2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 17, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number) 641013 Original Principal Amount $140,867.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $136,354.77 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, JACKSON SUBDIVISION OF JACKSON ADDITION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 609 E 11th St Hill, Delta, CO 81416.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/13/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/19/2012 Last Publication 1/16/2013

Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/11/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) 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 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-11808 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 19, 26, 2012, January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0196 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 11, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) OMAR CARREON SR. Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR VECTRA BANK COLORADO, NA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust March 08, 2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 08, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number) 641374 Original Principal Amount $109,890.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $105,036.62 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to 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 4 AND 5 IN BLOCK 26 OF PLAT “C” CITY OF DELTA, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 219 DODGE STREET, DELTA, CO 81416.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/13/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/19/2012 Last Publication 1/16/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/11/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) 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 LLC 19201 E MAIN STREET SUITE 205, PARKER, CO 80134 (303) 706-9990 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.

Attorney File # JLF#14982 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 19, 26, 2012, January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0198 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 12, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) STEVEN A. KIRK AND EVELYN D. KIRK Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust January 12, 2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 17, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) 611392 Original Principal Amount $120,705.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $111,917.67 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 17 OF LEE’S HOME PARK ADDITION COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 517 BOX ELDER AVENUE, PAONIA, CO 81428.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY

Wednesday, January 9, 2013 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 am on Wednesday, 02/13/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/19/2012 Last Publication 1/16/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent · IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/12/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 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.

Attorney File # 9105.04778 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 19, 26, 2012, January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0200 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 17, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Hank Dean Kennedy Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First NLC Financial Services, LLC, DBA The Lending Center Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as Trustee as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-HE7 Date of Deed of Trust April 04, 2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 12, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number) 602432 Original Principal Amount $280,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $278,825.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay 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 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED EXHIBIT A Part of the West of the East of the Southeast of Section 6, Township 14 South, Range 93 West of the 6th Principal Meridian described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the East line of the said West of the East of the Southeast whence the Southeast corner of said Section 6 (a monument by P.L.S. 11530) bears South 44 degrees 15' 08" East, 949.06 feet, considering the South line of said Section 6 between the said Southeast corner and the Southwest corner (a monument P.L.S. 3657) to bear North 89 degrees 57' 00" East, from the U.S. G.L.O. plat, and all other bearings to be relative thereto; Thence South 00 degrees 12' 11" East, 650.37 feet on the Said East line of the West of the East of the Southeast to the North right-ofway line of O Road; Thence South 89 degrees 57' 00" West, 659.86 feet on the said North right-of-way line to the West line of the said West of the East of the Southeast; Thence North 00 degrees 10' 52" West, 650.76 feet on the said West line of the West of the East of the Southeast; Thence North 89 degrees 59' 02" East, 659.61 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Legal description modified by Scrivener's Error Affidavit recorded on December 5, 2011 at reception number 654963 to become Part of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 6, Township 14 South, Range 93 West of 6th Principal Meridian described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the East line of the said West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 whence the Southeast corner of said Section 6 (a monument by P.L.S. 11530) bears South 44°15'08", East 949.06 feet, considering the South line of said Section 6 between the said Southeast corner and the Southwest corner (a monument by P.L.S. 3657) to bear North 89°57'00", East from the U.S. G.L.O. plat, and all other bearings to be relative thereto: Thence South 00°12'11", East 650.37 feet on the said East line of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 to the North right-of-way line of O Road; Thence South 89°57'00", West 659.86 feet on the said North right-of-way line to the West line of the said West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; Thence North 00°10'52", West 650.76 feet on the said West line of the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4; Thence North 89°59'02", East 659.61 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 28803 Redlands Mesa Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS A PORTION 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

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Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 02/13/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/19/2012 Last Publication 1/16/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/17/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: NEAL J. VALORZ #42496 ROBERT J HOPP and ASSOCIATES LLC 333 W COLFAX AVENUE STE 200, PO BOX 8689, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 225-0811 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.

Attorney File # 12-02036CO ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 19, 26, 2012, January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0211 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 7, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Jorge L. Olivas and Yvonne K. Olivas Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust July 31, 2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 08, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number) 606451 Original Principal Amount $166,074.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $171,025.52 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 112, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 1, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 794 Albany St, Delta, CO 81416.

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 am on Wednesday, 03/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 1/9/2013 Last Publication 2/6/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/07/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-12432 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2013.

ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE The Annual Meeting of The Fruitland Irrigation Company shall be held at the Crawford Town Hall on 29 JANUARY 2013 at 6:00 P.M. It will be a source of benefit to you and pleasure to the Company if your personal attendance could be assured as matters of importance will of necessity come before the meeting. The purpose of the meeting shall be to address new and old business, that may come before the board, discuss proposed changes to the by-laws and to elect officers to serve for the coming year.

If unable to attend in person, please fill out the attached proxy in the name of a shareholder competent to act in your place and give the proxy to him/her or mail to the secretary at the address below. You are also encouraged write any suggestions that you wish the stockholders to take action on and mail them to the secretary to be brought before the meeting. Char Simkins, Secretary.

Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

D4 Wednesday, January 9, 2013 COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0197 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 12, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) ADELAIDE ARLENE COLLIER Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR OWNIT MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE OWNIT MORTGAGE LOAN ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1 Date of Deed of Trust November 23, 2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 28, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number) 598178 Original Principal Amount $92,700.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $89,744.29 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. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. EXHIBIT "A" LEGAL DESCRIPTION A portion of Section 29, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian described as follows: Beginning at a point which is South 18°West 82 1/2 feet from the NW corner of that certain tract of land conveyed by Lee Chalfant to J.W. Robert's in that certain Warranty Deed dated July 25, 1922 and recorded in Book 210 at Page 549 of the records of the office of the County Clerk and Recorder of Delta County, Colorado and running thence N.73°E to the center of the Settle Ditch; Thence South along the said ditch 62 1/2 feet; Thence N.73°W to the center of the County Road; Thence N.18°E along the center of the said road to the place of beginning.

Said tract being also more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a point whence the NE corner of the SE1/4NW1/4 of Section 29, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian bears N.23°20'W 485 feet; Thence N.20°40'E 767.4 feet; Thence N.73°W 752 feet to the center of County Road; Thence S.18°W along center of County Road 82.5 feet as the place of beginning and being the NW corner of the above descibed tract; Thence S.18°W along said County Road 62.5 feet; Thence S.73°E 145 feet more or less to the West Bank of the Settle Ditch; Thence N.18°E along the West bank of said ditch 62.5 feet; Thence N.73°W 145 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

Delta County, State of Colorado.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 295 S GRAND MESA DRIVE, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/13/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/19/2012 Last Publication 1/16/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/12/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: WAYNE E. VADEN #21026 Vaden Law Firm LLC 2015 YORK STREET, PO BOX 18997, DENVER, CO 80218 (303) 377-2933 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.

Attorney File # 12-051-03339 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 19, 26, 2012, January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0203 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 23, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) SHELIA MARIE MAKI Original Beneficiary(ies) FIRST STATE BANK OF HOTCHKISS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FIRST STATE BANK OF HOTCHKISS Date of Deed of Trust June 17, 2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 23, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) 635641 Original Principal Amount $52,954.94 Outstanding Principal Balance $47,891.95 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 16, WILLOW HEIGHTS NO. 1 AMMENDED. TOGETHER WITH ALL WATER AND WATER RIGHTS, DITCHES AND DITCH RIGHTS APPURTENANT THERETO INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ONE (1) TOWN OF HOTCHKISS WATER AND SEWER TAP. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 175 ASH LANE, HOTCHKISS, CO 81419.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/20/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/26/2012 Last Publication 1/23/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/23/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: AARON CLAY #9666 CLAY and DODSON PC 415 PALMER STREET, PO BOX 038, DELTA, CO 81416 (970) 874-9777 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.

Attorney File # FSBH/MAKI ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0201 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 18, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) MICHAEL R. HILLMAN Original Beneficiary(ies) PAONIA STATE BANK, NOW KNOWN AS FIRST STATE BANK OF COLORADO PAONIA BRANCH Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PAONIA STATE BANK, NOW KNOWN AS FIRST STATE BANK OF COLORADO PAONIA BRANCH Date of Deed of Trust September 24, 2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 25, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) 619099 Original Principal Amount $70,713.77 Outstanding Principal Balance $107,832.51 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 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN. EXHIBIT "A" A parcel of land NE1/4NW1/4 of Section 11, Township 14 South, Range 92 West, 6th Principal Meridian, having a description based upon a bearing of South 88°02'55" East from the Northwest corner of Section 11 (monumented by original stone), to the N1/4 corner of Section 11 (monumented by a 2" brass cap RLS 1456) with all other bearings relative thereto: Beginning at the N1/4 corner of said Section 11 and running thence along section line North 88°02'55" West 414.75 feet to true point of beginning; thence leaving said section line South 00°00'00" West 199.07 feet; thence South 53°06'23" West 317.82 feet; thence South 67°55'57" West 142.21 feet to a point on the Northeast Right of Way line of N - 90 Lane; thence following said Right of Way line North 34°50'00" West 132.32 feet; thence North 36°59'46" West 415.71 feet to a point on the South Right of Way line of Highway 133; thence following said Highway Right of Way line North 69°16'00" East 69.76 feet to a point on Section line; thence leaving said Highway Right of Way line and running along section line South 88°02'55" East 646.84 feet to true point of beginning. Also known as Parcel A, Montoya & Sievertson Exemption No. 1653, recorded January 20, 1995 in Book 15 at Page 20.

Delta County, State of Colorado.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 13962 AND 13966, PUMPKIN HOLLOW ROAD, HOTCHKISS, CO 81419.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/20/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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,

PUBLIC NOTICES 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 12/26/2012 Last Publication 1/23/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/18/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Marek, David A #8388 David A. Marek PO Box 1387, Paonia, CO 81428 (970) 527-5353 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.

Attorney File # PSB/HILLMAN ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0202 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 18, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) SARAH ELLEN FRETTERD Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS, CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-7 Date of Deed of Trust March 27, 2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 10, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) 614020 Original Principal Amount $261,300.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $266,696.85 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 ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION Legal Description All that certain parcel of land situated in the County of Delta, State of Colorado, being known and designated as a part of the SE1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 29, Township 13 South, Range 91 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said SE1/4 of the SW1/4 and running thence South 1°15' West 667 feet along subdivision line to point of intersection with the North line of Highway right of way; thence North 42°38' East 713 feet along right of way to the West side of County Road; thence North 6°50' West 137 feet along County Road to subdivision line; thence North 89°19' West 452 feet along subdivision line to the point of beginning. **Pursuant to Scrivener's Affidavit recorded April 04, 2012 at Reception No. 657656 in Delta County, Colorado** The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 41339 HIGHWAY 133, PAONIA, CO 81428.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/20/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/26/2012 Last Publication 1/23/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/18/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 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.

Attorney File # 1269.04842 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0204 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 23, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) BENJAMIN J HOUGHTON

Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust December 30, 2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 05, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number) 575267 Original Principal Amount $86,148.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $73,020.14 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 LEGAL DESCRIPTION A portion of Lots 6 and 7 of Starr Nelson Subdivision, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of a County Road whence the intersection of the North line of said County Road and the East line of Lot 7 of Starr Nelson Subdivision in the SE1/4SE1/4 Section 18, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, bears East 2.12 feet; thence North 01°18' East 184 feet; thence South 87°13' East 81.5 feet (formerly called 78°13' East 81.5 feet); thence South 180 feet parallel with the east line of said Lot 6 to the North line of said County Road; thence West 83 feet along the North line of said County Road to the point of beginning.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 1371 E 3RD STREET, DELTA, CO 81416.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/20/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/26/2012 Last Publication 1/23/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/23/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) 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 LLC 19201 E MAIN STREET SUITE 205, PARKER, CO 80134 (303) 706-9990 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.

Attorney File # JLF#15130 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0205 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 24, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) STEPHEN D. MARTINEZ AND KATHLEEN L. MARTINEZ Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust March 25, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 11, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 627142 Original Principal Amount $182,700.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $179,808.13 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 ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION. Legal Description Part of the NE1/4SW1/4, Section 16, Township 14 South, Range 92 West, 6th P.M. bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a Point which bears South 71°31' West, 1196.2 feet from the center of said Section 16; thence North 89°35' East, 72.8 feet; thence South 31°16' East, 141.3 feet; thence South 36°33' West 137.9 feet to the North right of way boundary of the County Road; thence along said right of way North 42°21' West 221.1 feet; thence North 51°30' East, 108.6 feet to the Point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado.

APN #: R007422 The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 36259 M35 ROAD, HOTCHKISS, CO 81419.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/20/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse,

501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 12/26/2012 Last Publication 1/23/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/24/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 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.

Attorney File # 1269.21171 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0206 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 25, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) ANTHONEY H. WACHOWICZ AND JENNIFER WACHOWICZ Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust December 19, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 19, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 630920 Original Principal Amount $199,368.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $189,659.78 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 6 OF GRAND VIEW ESTATES SUBDIVISION COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 10321 KINGS VIEW ROAD, AUSTIN, CO 81410.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/27/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 1/2/2013 Last Publication 1/30/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/25/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 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.

Attorney File # 9105.04890 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0209 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 30, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) RUSSELL W. QUEST Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust March 10, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 04, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 624472 Original Principal Amount $62,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $56,523.99 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.

Delta County Independent THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION. Legal Description ALL THE REAL PROPERTY, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A TRACT OF LAND SITUATE IN PART OF THE NE1/4SW1/4 OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH EDGE OF THE ROAD DESCRIBED IN ROAD BOOK "B" PAGE 45 SAID POINT BEING ALSO IN THE CENTERLINE OF KISER CREEK FROM WHENCE THE W1/4 CORNER OF SAID SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN BEARS NORTH 49 DEGREES 07 MINUTES WEST A DISTANCE OF 1,944.8 FEET AND CONSIDERING THE WEST LINE OF SAID NE1/4SW1/4 TO BEAR NORTH 00 DEGREES 20 MINUTES EAST AND ALL OTHER BEARINGS RELATIVE THERETO; THENCE SOUTH 66 DEGREES 08 MINUTES EAST TO THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF A COUNTY ROAD DESIGNATED AS ROAD 2075 A DISTANCE OF 236.5 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 38 DEGREES 12 MINUTES WEST ALONG THE EDGE OF THE COUNTY ROAD DESIGNATED AS 2075 ROAD TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NE1/4SW1/4 A DISTANCE OF 112.0 FEET; THENCE 86 DEGREES 19 MINUTES WEST ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE OF THE NE1/4SW1/4 TO THE CENTERLINE OF KISER CREEK 239.5 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF KISER CREEK THE FOLLOWING COURSES AND DISTANCES; NORTH 09 DEGREES 34 MINUTES EAST 57.2 FEET; NORTH 02 DEGREES 50 MINUTES EAST 52.5 FEET; NORTH 29 DEGREES 22 MINUTES EAST 27.5; NORTH 64 DEGREES 18 MINUTES EAST 36.4 FEET; NORTH 59 DEGREES 36 MINUTES EAST A DISTANCE OF 38.9 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 17231 WARD CREEK ROAD, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/27/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 1/2/2013 Last Publication 1/30/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/30/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 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.

Attorney File # 9108.00064 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0125 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On July 13, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Timothy Kyle Moore Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust 12/31/2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 1/6/2011 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 648023 Original Principal Amount $301,717.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $296,133.35 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 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A Beginning at the East 1/4 Corner of Section 22, Township 13 South Range 94 West of the 6th p.m. and considering the North-south center section line of said Section 22 to bear North 02 degrees 45' 06" East and all other bearings relative thereto; thence North 89 degrees 45' 16" West along the South line of the SE1/4 of the NE1/4 to the Southwest corner thereof a distance of 1267.87 feet; thence North 02 degrees 19' 47" East along the West line of said subdivision to the Northwest corner thereof a distance of 1355.44 feet; thence North 88 degrees 35' 06" East along the North line of said subdivision to the Northeast corner thereof a distance of 1292.09 feet; thence South 03 degrees 14'46" West along the East line of said Subdivision a distance of 1393.89 feet to the point of beginning.

Also known as SE1/4 of NE1/4, Section 22, Township 13 South, Range 94 West, 6th P.M. Together with a non-exclusive and perpetual access and utility

Easement 60' wide appurtenant to the above described property, the centerline of which is described on the attached Exhibit "B." Subject to all existing roads, ditches and other easements as the same are now in place. Also Subject to and together with the 60 foot wide road and utility easement as shown on the plat as recorded.

And subject to the reservation unto grantor, his heirs, grantees and assigns a perpetual easement over, across and burdening said SE1/4 NE1/4, which easement is 30 feet in width and is located East of the existing cedar mesa ditch access Road. such easement originates at the Northwest corner of said property, and extends along the entire West boundary of the property to the South line of the property, said easement shall be appurtenant to and shall benefit the NE1/4 SE1/4, Section 22, T13S, R94W, NMPM and shall be used for the construction, operation and maintenance of, and for access to, an irrigation ditch. County of Delta and State of Colorado.

Excepting therefrom all oil, gas minerals and other hydrocarbon substances below a depth of 500 feet, without rights of surface entry, as reserved in Instruments of record.

Also known by street and number as: 17586 2550 Road, Cedaredge, CO 81413.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/27/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 1/2/2013 Last Publication 1/30/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 07/13/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-08658 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

DELTA COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RECYCLING SERVICES 2013 The Board of Delta County Commissioners is seeking proposals from private contractors to provide the County with a recycling dropoff location at the North Fork Transfer Station in Hotchkiss, Colorado and a newspaper recycling dropoff location in Delta, Colorado. The County intends to award one contract to the most responsible and responsive bidder for the services sought.

Bidders may obtain Bidding Documents at the Administration office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer St., Suite 227, Delta, Colorado 81416 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding legally recognized holidays. Bids must be submitted on County forms. Bidders may also obtain bidding documents through the Delta County website at www. deltacounty.com.

Bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting on January 11, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. at the Delta County Courthouse 501 Palmer Street, Room 236, Delta, Colorado 81416.

A field inspection of the sites will follow the pre-bid meeting if requested by the bidders.

Deadline for submitting bids to the Board of Delta County Commissioners, Attention: Carolyn Clemens, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer St., Suite 227, Delta CO, 81416 is 11:00 a.m., Jan. 25, 2013. Bids received after this time will not be accepted.

For further information concerning the bid documents please call Carolyn Clemens at 874-2101 or e-mail cclemens@deltacounty. com. For information concerning the project please contact Kevin Hunt, Solid Waste Manager at khunt@deltacounty.com.

Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids if the Board feels it is in the best interest of the County.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, DELTA COUNTY Published in the Delta County Independent January 2 and 9, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the Stockholders of the Hanson Mesa Domestic Pipeline Company will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Hall in Hotchkiss, County of Delta, State of Colorado, for the purpose of electing three members to the Board of Directors for a two-year term, and for the transaction of any other business that may come before the meeting.

Jim Blankenship, President Diane Walker, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of PAMELA J. BEARD, Deceased Case Number 12PR95 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of DELTA County, Colorado on or before May 8, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred.

BRANDON BEARD c/o Patrick A. Schilken, Esq. 6060 S. Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Suite 700 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW139. Applicant: Patrick and Jennifer McPherson, P. O. Box 1780, Paonia, CO 81428.

Application for Surface Water Rights: Hovel Springs – NW1/4SE1/ 4SW1/4 of Section 6, T14S, R91W, 6th PM. 770 feet from the south line and 1,464 feet from the west section line. Source: North Fork of the Gunnison River. Appropriation Date: 12/07/2012.

Amount Claimed: 25 g.p.m. absolute for wildlife, stockwater, irrigation and domestic. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW142. Applicant: Daniel Bolton, 34879 Powell Mesa Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

Application for Conditional Surface Water Rights: Short Draw Ditch – NE1/4NE1/4NW1/4 of Section 7, T14S, R92W, 6th PM. 270 feet from the north line and 2,266 feet from the west section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 07/15/2012.

Amount Claimed: 2.00 c.f.s. conditional for irrigation to fill a pond. Doug Out Spring – NE1/4NW1/4NW1/4 of Section 7, T14S, R92W, 6th PM. 569 feet from the north line and 1,248 feet from the west section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 07/15/2012.

Amount Claimed: 0.044 c.f.s. conditional for irrigation of 3 acres, domestic, wildlife, stockwater and to fill a pond. Goat Spring – NE1/4SW1/4NE1/4 of Section 7, T14S, R92W, 6th PM. 1,875 feet from the north line and 1,364 feet from the east section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 07/15/2012.

Amount Claimed: 0.088 c.f.s. conditional for domestic, stockwater irrigation of 10 acres, wildlife and to fill a pond.

Bolton Spring No. 2 – NW1/4NE1/ 4NW1/4 of Section 7, T14S, R92W, 6th PM. 51 feet from the north line and 2,110 feet from the west section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 07/15/2012.

Amount Claimed: 0.044 c.f.s. conditional for irrigation of 3 acres, domestic, stockwater, wildlife and to fill a pond. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW145 (REF NO. 2006CW24).

Applicant: Arlo Cox, 23060 U Road, Cedaredge, CO 81413. Application To Make Absolute: Quiet Corner Pond – SE1/4NW1/4SE1/4 of Section 25, T13S, R95W, 6th PM. 1,780 feet west of the east line and 1,700 feet north of the south section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 02/08/2006.

Amount Claimed: 7.5 acre- feet absolute, 3.5 acre-feet for irrigation of 65 acres, stockwater and wildlife and 4.0 acre feet for augmentation. The application on file with the Water Court contains an outline of the work performed dur-

ing the diligence period. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW146. Applicant: Dwayne Shearer, 215 Paonia, Avenue, Paonia, CO 81428.

Application for Absolute Surface Water Rights: Twila’s Ditch – NE1/4SW1/4NE1/4 of Section 5, T14S, R91W, 6th PM. 1,478 feet from the north line and 1,951 feet from the east section line.

Source: Minnesota Creek and the Gunnison River. Appropriation Date: 04/11/2011. Amount Claimed: .50 c.f.s. absolute for irrigation of 12 acres and stockwater. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW148 (REF NO. 06CW87, 99CW128).

DELTA, GUNNISON RIVER. Elam Construction, Inc. dba Grand Junction Concrete Pipe Co., Attn: Ivan Geer, P.E., 2311 River Road, Grand Junction, CO 81505. (970) 245-9301, Ivan@gjpipe.com; with a copy to Kirsten M. Kurath, Williams, Turner & Holmes, P.C., PO Box 338, Grand Junction, CO 81502, 970-242-6262, kmkurath@wth-law. com. Application for Finding of Reasonable Diligence and to Make Conditional Water Rights Partially Absolute. Structures: The Delta Paving Pit Wells, consisting of Delta Paving Pit Well No. 1, Delta Paving Pit Well No. 2, Delta Paving Pit Well No. 3, Delta Paving Pit Well No. 4, and Delta Paving Pit Well No. 5 (“Delta Pits”); Description: Original Decree: May 10, 2000, Case No. 99CW128, Water Division 4, Subsequent Decrees: December 27, 2006 , Case No 06CW87, Water Division 4; Location: The Delta Paving Pit Wells are located in the south half of Sec. 3 and the north half of Sec. 10, T. 15 S., R. 95 W., 6th P.M., as follows: Delta Paving Pit Well No. 1: 2200 ft W. of the E. line and 200 ft N. of the S. line of Sec. 3; Delta Paving Pit Well No. 2: 1700 ft W. of the E. line and 300 ft N. of the S. line of Sec. 3; Delta Paving Pit Well No. 3: 1100 ft W. of the E. line and 400 ft N. of the S. line of Sec 3; Delta Paving Pit Well No. 4: 1600 ft W. of the E. line and 800 ft S. of the N. line of Sec 10; Delta Paving Pit Well No. 5: 2300 ft W. of the E. line and 1600 ft S. of the N. line of Sec. 10.

Source: The Delta Paving Pit Wells are gravel pits located in alluvial deposits adjacent to the Gunnison River, and will intercept and withdraw groundwater tributary to the Gunnison River. Appropriation Date: June 19, 1998; Amounts: 218.75 acre ft per year for evaporation losses and 3.7 acre ft per year for product moisture losses from the Delta Paving Pit Wells.

In addition, water will be pumped from the Delta Paving Pit Wells at the maximum rates of 800 g.p.m. for dewatering purposes, 300 g.p.m. for dust suppression purposes (2.70 acre ft per year), and 1,000 g.p.m. for aggregate washing purposes. In Case No. 06CW87, the following amounts were made absolute: Evaporation Losses, 7.53 acre ft; Dust Suppression, 1.45 acre ft; Product Moisture Loss, 3.24 acre ft; Dewatering, 800 g.p.m.; Uses: Industrial uses, including but not limited to dewatering of the Delta Paving Pit Wells during mining, evaporation during mining activities and after completion of mining activities from the Delta Paving Pit Wells, dust suppression, product moisture losses through aggregate removal and processing, and aggregate washing, all in connection with the mining of sand, gravel, and related products from the lands on which the Delta Paving Pit Wells are located, and with the reclamation and use of such land dur-

ing and after completion of such mining; Well Permit: The State Engineer has issued Well Permit No. 053787-F for the Delta Paving Pit Wells. A detailed outline of what has been done toward completion or for completion of the appropriation and application of water to a beneficial use as conditionally decreed, including expenditures is included in the app. Claim To Make Water Right Absolute: Applicant has diverted and/or used the following amounts of water under the Water Rights during this diligence period. Annual amounts are based on a water year extending from November 1 of one year to October 31 of the next year. Applicant has exposed approximately 14.7 acres of groundwater to the atmosphere.

Since water year 2010, evaporation losses totaled 53.58 acre ft of water per year. Applicant has diverted and used water under the Water Rights for dust suppression purposes in the full decreed amount of 2.70 acre ft per year. Applicant has withdrawn and used water under the Water Rights in the form of product moisture losses from the material removed from the gravel pits associated with the Water Rights in the full decreed amount of 3.70 acre feet per year, assuming a product moisture content of four percent. Accordingly, the Water Rights should be made absolute in the following additional amounts, based upon the amounts used as set forth above: Evaporation Losses, 46.05 acre ft for a total of 53.58 acre ft; Dust Suppression, 1.25 acre ft for a total of 2.70 acre ft; Product Moisture Loss, 0.46 acre ft for a total of 3.70 acre ft; Name and Address of Landowners: Applicant and Richard and Betsey Frazier, 19589 Highway 92, Delta, CO. 81416. (5 pages). DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW149 (REF NO. 05CW141). DELTA COUNTY 1.

Roger Bentley and DOM Leasing Co. LLC, 990 24 Road, Grand Junction CO 81505, by Aaron R. Clay, P.O. Box 38, Delta CO 81416, 970-8749777. APPLICATION FOR FINDING OF REASONABLE DILIGENCE AND TO MAKE ABSOLUTE IN PART. 2. Name of Structure: GKA TAILWATER PUMP 3. Date of Original Decree: December 27, 2006, Case No. 05CW141 Court: Water Division No. 4. 4. Legal Description of decreed point of diversion: 1980 feet north of the south section line and 1330 feet east of the west section line, NE1/ 4SW1/4, Section 18, Township 15 South, Range 94 West, 6th P.M.. 5.

Date of Appropriation: September 13, 2005. 6. Amount: 0.375 c.f.s.

7. Use: Irrigation of 15 acres and stockwater. 8. Source of Water: Drainage tributary to the Gunnison River. 9. Claims for diligence and to make absolute in part: A pump and pipeline have been installed and a sprinkler system has been used to irrigate ten acres. An additional five acres is irrigable, with the extension of the pipe system.

Applicants intend to install that pipe and irrigate this additional land. Applicant requests to make 0.375 c.f.s. absolute for the irrigation of ten acres and to continue the balance conditional. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of December, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW163. Applicant: Dan and Jayne Sullivan, 8301 Crawford Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419. Application for Surface Water Rights: Needle Rock No. 4 Ditch – NW1/4NE1/4NE1/4 of Section 19, T15S, R91W, 6th PM. 78 feet from the north line and 1,265 feet from the east section line. Source: Cottonwood Creek, North Fork of the Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 06/17/2004.

Amount Claimed: 2.50 c.f.s. absolute for irrigation of 200 acres and stockwater. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of February, 2013 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions.

A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0208 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 26, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Bonita L. N. McKee Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB, a Federal Savings Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Nationstar Mortgage LLC Date of Deed of Trust September 01, 2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 02, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number) 595195 Original Principal Amount $91,560.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $91,540.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay 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 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A LOTS 15, 16 AND 17 IN BLOCK 8 OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF THE TOWN OF HOTCHKISS. TOGETHER WITH THE VACATED 16 FOOT ALLEY BETWEEN LOTS 16 AND 17 IN BLOCK 8 BY ORDINANCE NO. 95 OF THE TOWN OF HOTCKISS RECORDED IN BOOK 308 AT PAGE 95 DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 16; THENCE SOUTH 16 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 17; THENCE WEST 125 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 17; THENCE NORTH 16 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 16; THENCE EAST 125 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 216 1st Street, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

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 am on Wednesday, 02/27/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 1/2/2013 Last Publication 1/30/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/26/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) 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 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-10823 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0210 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 7, 2012, 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 Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Kyra Kenniger and Guy Kenniger Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust December 15, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 22, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 630959 Original Principal Amount $157,712.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $156,173.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the

covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay 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 OF WILLOW HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION NO. 2 AND THE NORTH 30 FEET OF LOT 19 OF WILLOW HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION NO. 1, AS AMENDED. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 519 Aspen Lane, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

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 am on Wednesday, 03/06/2013, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, 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 1/9/2013 Last Publication 2/6/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent • IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/07/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 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.

Attorney File # 12-12389 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 6, 2013.

TOWN OF PAONIA DECEMBER 2012 DISBURSEMENTS Accutest Mtn. States, Inc. ……………………

432.00 Benson Bros. ………… 4,147.80 Briscoe & Associates, PC …………………… 2,224.00 Bruce Martinez ……… 6,000.00 Carquest of Delta ……

11.22 Caselle, Inc ……………

557.00 City of Delta ……………

208.00 Delta County Independent …………

32.74 Delta Montrose Electric Assn. …………………

151.53 Dependable Lumber, Inc ……………………

289.85 Don's Market …………

81.86 Double J Disposal Inc 186.00 Earthbound ……………

99.00 Enterprise Fund/Landfill Fee …………………… 1,942.25 Feather Petroleum Company …………… 3,155.98 Hartman Brothers Inc 22.80 Hays Drug Store ………

26.11 John Frazier Cornwell Tools …………………

134.95 Kwiki Tire ……………… 1,130.58 Leon, Susan ……………

650.00 Master Petroleum Company …………… 1,129.07 Orion Rising LLC ……

250.00 Paonia Auto Parts ……

242.24 Paonia Car Wash ……

49.25 Paonia Farm & Home Supply ………………

82.60 Paper Works, Ink ………

368.42 Pitkin Mesa Pipeline Company ……………

53.00 Reedys North Fork Service ………………

363.50 Reg Moore ……………

365.00 Ricoh Americas Corporation …………

439.98 Schaeffer's Specialized Lub …………………… 1,118.75 Scott Leon ……………

191.37 Southwestern Systems, Inc. ……………………

700.75 TDS Telecom …………

493.35 TDSNet Internet Services ………………

129.00 United Companies …… 8,595.37 West's Home Center …

49.99 WestWater Engineering 5,842.68 Wilbur-Ellis Company 1,310.50 Winston Water Works 2,830.00 Winwater ………………

373.46 Avaya Financial Services ………………

332.46 Delta Montrose Electric Assn. ………………… 4,091.91 Grainger ………………

36.95 Hach Company ………

188.95 Hartman Brothers Inc 51.58 High Time Tanks ……… 1,100.00 Loberg, Travis …………

113.90 Nationwide Enviromental Service ……………… 1,670.42 PR Diamond Products, Inc. ……………………

145.00 Quartermaster …………

167.96 Safety-Kleen …………

337.66 Source Gas …………… 1,200.68 Southwestern Systems, Inc. …………………… 4,305.25 Weekender Sports, Inc 493.20 Western Implement Company ……………

310.50 Totals: ………………… 61,008.37 Dec. Payroll …………… 38,534.08 Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

CALL OF ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDERS MEETING Notice is hereby given that the ANNUAL MEETING of the Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association is called and will be held at the Olathe High School, Olathe, Colorado, on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 for the purpose of the election of three members of the Board of Directors for three year terms and for such other business as may come before the meeting.

The business meeting is scheduled to begin promptly at 1:00 P.M. Proxies may be mailed or delivered to the Association at 601 Park Avenue, Montrose, Colorado 81401 up to 4:30 P.M. February 4, 2013 or delivered to the meeting place on February 5, 2013 between 10:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. Please note that any individual designated to act as proxy must be a stockholder in the Association and be present at said meeting in order to be eligible to vote such proxy.

The Chairman will request nominations from the nominating committee, namely, Mike Ahlberg, Steve Pridy, and Todd Stewart.

NOMINATIONS MAY ALSO BE

Wednesday, January 9, 2013 MADE FROM THE FLOOR. Dated at Montrose, Colorado, January 2, 2013 Steve Pridy, Secretary Lunch will be served at noon Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

Delta County, Colorado District Court Court Address: 501 Palmer, Room 338, Delta, Colorado 81416 Phone Number: (970) 874-6280 Plaintiff(s)/Petitioner(s) and Address: Don Santos Defendant(s)/Respondent(s) and Address: Raquel Orona Case Number 12DR228 CONSOLIDATED PUBLICATION OF NOTICE Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in this Court, under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the above Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process and that efforts to obtain same would be to no avail, and has ordered one publication of a Consolidated Notice of said proceedings.

ACTION # 2012DR228 RESPONDENT PARTY Raquel Orona NATURE OF ACTION Dissolution of Marriage You are further notified that a copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court during regular business hours and that default judgment may be entered against that party upon whom service is made by this notice if he or she failed to appear or file a response within 30 days after the date of this publication.

Dated this 21 day of December 2012.

MANDY ALLEN Clerk of Court By: /s/ Sara R. Towsley Deputy Clerk (COURT SEAL) Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2012.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING CRAWFORD MESA WATER ASSOCIATION Notice is hereby given that the annual membership meeting of the Crawford Mesa Water Association will be held on Saturday the second (2nd) day of February, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at the Crawford Town Hall.

The Annual Meeting will be held for the purpose of electing two board members (terms expiring are Don Geddes and Pauline Polson), review and/or proposed change to the By-Laws, please see packet at the Libraries, and any other business as may properly come before said meeting. An Annual Meeting Packet will be available for your review (individual copies available upon written request) at the Crawford and Hotchkiss Public Libraries after January 16, 2013.

Dated this 2nd day of January, 2013.

William Carpenter, President Marici Garber, Secretary/ Bookkeeper Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

NOTICE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE STEWART DITCH AND RESERVOIR COMPANY Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Stewart Ditch and Reservoir Company will be held at the Paonia High School Library on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. to elect one member of the Board of Directors for a term of five years, and consider all other business that may properly come before the stockholders at this meeting.

Karl Burns, President Bill Pecharich, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

FIRE MOUNTAIN CANAL & RESERVOIR COMPANY NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Stockholders of the Fire Mountain Canal and Reservoir Co. will be held at the Hotchkiss Memorial Hall, 175 North 1st Street, Hotchkiss, on Thursday evening, January 17, 2013 at 7:30 p.m., for the purpose of electing two members of the Board of Directors for a term of two years, and to consider all other business that may properly come before the meeting.

Dixie Jacobs Luke, President Randall Fisher, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent December 12, 19, 26, 2012, January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

PITKIN MESA PIPE LINE COMPANY NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING FOR 2013 Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the members of the Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company will be held at the Paonia Town Hall, 214 Grand Ave., on Monday, the 4th day of February 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

The agenda includes the election of two (2) members of the Board of Directors for a term of two years.

A discussion and vote will be held on all business that may properly come before the membership.

Clay MacDonald, President Phyllis Becktell, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent January 2 and 9, 2013.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of LAWRENCE MERVIN PEARSON, a/k/a LAWRENCE M. PEARSON, a/k/a L.M. PEARSON, Deceased Case Number 12PR106 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred.

Judith Davis Person Giving Notice 58689 Jasmine Road Montrose, CO 81403 Attorney for Personal Representative Aaron R. Clay PO Box 38 Delta CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent December 26, 2012, January 2 and 9, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Terror Creek, LLC., Terror Creek Loadout, located at 43440 Bowie Road, Paonia, CO 81428 has submitted to the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, (CDRMS) an application for renewal of a valid, existing permit to conduct coal mining in Colorado for its mining permit C-1983-059.

The Terror Creek Loadout is located approximately 3.5 miles NE of Paonia, Colorado south of old Highway 133 (Bowie Road) and north of both the Union Pacific Railroad and the North Fork of the Gunnison River. The permit area is located within the area shown on the U.S. Geological Survey 7.5 minute Bowie Quadrangle map

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and more particularly located within the area described as follows: Township 13 South, Range 91 West, 6th P.M. Section 15: E1/2NE1/4SW1/4 and NW1/4SE1/4 containing approximately 20 acres.

The surface of the permit area is owned by the Terror Creek, LLC. and the Union Pacific Railroad Company.

A copy of the permit renewal application is available for public inspection at the Paonia Public Library, 2 3rd Street, Paonia, Co. 81428, the Delta County Planning Offices and at the Offices of the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (CDRMS), 1313 Sherman Street, Room 215, Denver, CO 80203, telephone number 303-866-3567.

Written comments, objections or requests for an informal conference on the renewal application may be submitted to and additional information obtained from the CDRMS at the address noted above. Comments may be submitted to the CDRMS within 30 days of the last publication of this notice.

Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Grand Mesa Water Users Association will be held Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 1:30 P.M. in the Cedaredge Community Center, 140 NW 2nd Street, Cedaredge, Colorado. Four directors will be elected for twoyear terms; an assessment will be levied for 2013 and any other business proper to come before this meeting will be transacted.

Arlo Cox, President Chuck Richards, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent January 9 and 23, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Leon Lake Ditch & Reservoir Company will be held Monday, February 4, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. in the Grand Mesa Water Users office at 125 Hwy 65, Cedaredge, Colorado.

Two directors will be elected for two-year terms; an assessment on the stock will be levied for 2013 and any other business proper to come before this meeting will be transacted.

Ellis Fritchman, President Charles Richards, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent January 9 and 23, 2013.

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO STORAGE LIEN Pursuant to C.R.S. 1973 Section 3821.5-101 et. seq., notice is hereby given that the following property of Tamie Hale last known address is P.O. Box 123, Austin CO 81410, whose property is stored at Grand Mesa Mini Storage, Units #30 will be sold to the highest bidder at 2 PM on January 19th, 2013, at Grand Mesa Mini Storage, 1355 SW 9th Street, Cedaredge, CO 81413.

The storage unit contains the following property: misc. goods.

Published in the Delta County Independent January 9 and 16, 2013.

District Court Delta County, Colorado Court Address: 501 Palmer Street #338 Delta Colorado 81416 In the Matter of the Petition of: Jeramie James Miller For the Adoption of a Child Case Number: 2012JA15 Division: 1 NOTICE OF HEARING To: Miranda Miller Pursuant to §19-5-208, C.R.S., You are hereby notified that the abovenamed Petitioner(s) has/have filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child.

If applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and/or have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more.

You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set on February 1, 2013, at 1:00 PM in the court location identified above.

You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner(s).

Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

134TH MEETING The annual meeting of the Bona Fide Ditch Company will be held February 6th at 7 p.m. at the Delta Co. School Dist. Administration Building located in Read, Colorado.

Agenda will include discussion by the members for the good of the company.

John Cooley Secretary-Treasurer Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Leonard E. Davis, a/k/a Leonard Earl Davis, Deceased Case Number 12 PR 81 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before April 20, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred.

David S. Davis Personal Representative 39695 Davis Road Crawford, CO 81415 970-921-6355 Attorney for the Estate JAMES R. BRISCOE, #4862 Briscoe & Associates, P.C. P.O. Box 120 Hotchkiss, CO 81419 970-872-3118 Published in the Delta County Independent January 2, 9 and 16, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL BUDGET REVIEW The Delta Conservation District will review its 2013 Annual Budget at its next monthly Board meeting.

January 14th. 3:30 PM at the USDA Service Center in Delta.

Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 2013.

NOTICE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE NORTH FORK FARMERS DITCH ASSOCIATION Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of the North Fork Farmers Ditch Association will be held at the Paonia Town Hall at 10:00 am on January 26, 2013 to elect three member of the Board of Directors for a term of two years, and consider all other business that may properly come before the stockholders at this meeting.

Chris Turpin, President Leland Bradley, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent January 9, 16 and 23, 2013.

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CHURCH

Delta County Independent

Are you all in?

“I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other!

So, because you are lukewarm, neither hot nor cold, I am about to spit you out of my mouth.”

Revelation 3:15-16 You cannot be a dabbler or dilettante in religion. Either you are in, or you aren’t. The Bible repeatedly tells us that God requires a complete commitment.

The first commandment is essentially a requirement that we acknowledge God and have no other gods before him. Jesus tells the Pharisee who asks which is the greatest commandment that it is to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with your entire mind.” In other words, you have to be fully committed.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY

DELTA DELTA FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD Eaton & Dodge, Delta • 874-3568 Pastor: Lee Ponder Sunday: Celebration Service 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Celebration Service 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday: Family night 7:00 p.m.

Royal Rangers Missionettes Fireproof Youth (Jr. & Sr. High) Saturday: Men's Prayer Breakfast 6:00 a.m.

LANDMARK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 12th & Grand, Delta • 874-3717 Pastor: Ken Gilchrist Sunday: Sunday School (all ages) Morning Worship Sunday Afternoon Wednesday Evening

God is not looking for dabblers or those who are only superficially interested. Your very existence is proof that God is fully committed to you, so you must be committed to Him in return.

There are many things in life that you can dabble at, such as hobbies, recreational activities and perhaps even your studies. But, in your commitment to God you must be completely and wholeheartedly devoted.

It’s a bit like falling in love: you become utterly consumed by the thought of your beloved and nothing else matters. But, how sad it is when your love is not returned. God loves you; God is love itself. So, we should open our heart, accept God’s love and love God back with our entire being.

– Christopher Simon

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7:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

Nearly 180 meals were served at the community Christmas dinner hosted by Delta United Methodist Church. Above left, Pastor Siaosi Prescott and his family sing a Tongan melody for diners. Above, Janet Freed plays Christmas carols on the piano. On the left, Alice Lister, Barbara Murdoch, Merle Bushman, Bob Barnes and Tina Pongratz lend a hand in the kitchen. Other volunteers served as greeters and servers.

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH

ALL SAINTS

751 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8083 1065 E. 7th St., Delta • 874-0308 • Cell: 314-0116 LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Sunday: Bible Lesson Sermon 10:00 a.m.

Pastors David & Michele Murphy 20101 Deer Creek Rd., Austin • 835-3667 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday: www.allsaintslutheranco.org Wednesday: Testimony Meeting 7:00 p.m. Prayer Time 9:00 a.m.

Tom Lange, Pastor Child Care Provided • Everyone Welcome Annointed Worship & Praise 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Annointed preaching to follow Worship 10:00 a.m.

Where the fire & glory of God are manifested Adult Bible Class 9:00 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

GRAND MESA BIBLE CHURCH Open Communion (1st & 3rd Sundays) 710 Crawford Ave., Delta • 874-8315 AGAPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Gary Culp Sunday School For All Ages 9:30 a.m.

OF DELTA ST. PHILIP BENIZI CATHOLIC CHURCH Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

326 Main St., Suite 103 (Columbine Mall), Delta 290 N.W. Cedar Ave., P.O. Box 713 Please call for information about (970)201-7013 Cedaredge, CO 81413 Bible studies and Prayer times Pastor Jason Havertape Rev. Canice Enyiaka, Pastor Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

8:00 a.m. Mass Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Sunday: Tuesday: 6:00 p.m. Mass FIRST CHURCH OF GOD For more information, call 970-856-6495 1102 Howard St., Delta • Church 874-4647 deltafirstchurchofgod.com THUNDER MOUNTAIN CHURCH Bob and Linda Aubery OF CHRIST Sunday School Classes 800 Palmer St., Delta SURFACE CREEK for All Ages 9:00 a.m. Sundays: COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Bible Classes 9:30 a.m.

21987 Austin Road • Austin Wed. Bible Study Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Jacopper@tds.net (Fellowship Hall) 2:00 p.m.

(Children’s church available) John Copper, Pastor • 856-4675 Wed. Cedaredge Bible Study (856-3854) 4:00 p.m. Weekly home Bible studies Sunday: Prayer Chain Information: 234-7816 Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Contact Janice Bridwell 874-4621 with Children’s Church and nursery provided Wednesday: Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

COWBOY CHURCH AT THE Z-BARN

MARANATHA FELLOWSHIP 1384 Hwy. 50, north of Delta on west side 164 Grand Blvd.

Info: (970) 256-7299 (The LORD Cometh) (Left on top of 3rd St. Hill) • 874-4971 Worship & Service Saturday 6:00 p.m.

1712 H Road, Delta • 874-9135 Sunday Bible Study 9:45 a.m.

1st & 3rd Sat. — Pastors Don & Meme Carey Pastor Earl Douglas Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m. 2nd & 4th Sat. — Pastor Bobby Clement Sunday Brown Bag Lunch 12:00 Noon Sunday School Also, offering Christ-centered horse events.

11:00 a.m.

Sunday Afternoon Service 1:00 p.m. Morning Worship Come as you are! Cowboy hats welcome!

6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Sunday Night Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

All Welcome EL BUEN PASTOR SPANISH ASSEMBLY OF GOD 860 Crawford Ave., Delta Carlos & Rosemary Sluder, Pastors – 874-0167 Benjamin y Eunice Aviña Addlescentes – 874-0517 Arturo & Alicia Carrasco, Children – 874-0771

SURFACE CREEK ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 2291 Q25 Road, Cedaredge • 856-6137 Pastors John and MaryLouise Dannels Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

GARNET MESA BAPTIST CHURCH

863 A Street, Delta Jerry Hilterbrand, Pastor • 874-4837 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Services 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m.

Independent, Fundamental

HOTCHKISS COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DELTA

ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 628 Meeker St., Delta • 874-3300 Father Canice Enyiaka Saturday: Confession Mass Sunday: English Mass Spanish Mass Daily Mass Mon.-Fri.

2nd & Orchard, Hotchkiss • Office: 872-3540 ECKERT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Pastor John Hiestand • 872-4881 13025 Highway 65, Eckert • 835-3441 Sanctuary is handicapped accessible P.O. Box 7 Children's and Adult’s Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Jo DeVinny Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Sunday: Peace Circle, 2nd Tues.

12:30 p.m.

Morning Worship: Wearhouse hours: Monday 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Year Round 10:30 a.m.

UMW Meet 3rd Saturday 9:00 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School during worship National Historical Register site Thursday: Bible Study Held at Big E Market 7:30 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HOTCHKISS

NEW HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Meets at Cedaredge Community Center www.newhopefree.org Pastor Bill Williamson 856-4458 Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:45 a.m.

Nursery Available Men’s Breakfast 1st & 3rd Sat. 7:00 at Ole Bakery Youth Groups — schedules vary Call for time and place

3rd & Aspen, PO Box 369, Cedaredge • 970-856-3696 cedaredgecumc@tds.net Pastor Deb Edwards REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Vickie Richards-Street, Pastoral Associate (Missouri Synod) Bob Watts, Pastor Emeritus 10:00 a.m.

1000 Pioneer Road • 874-3052 9:00 a.m.

12:00 Noon Sunday School Pastor Jeffrey Ryan 9:00 a.m.

8:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study Worship Service 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Bible Classes and Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Youth Group 4:00 p.m.

Tiny Treasures Preschool Communion Worship First Sunday Youth and Adult Choirs, Bible Studies, Nursery CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING OPEN HEARTS! OPEN MINDS! OPEN DOORS! 658 Howard St., Delta Rev. Joy Robinson • 874-3425 COMMUNITY OF CHRIST Sunday Services 10:30 a.m.

1061 Meeker St., Delta • cofchrist.org 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. Children’s Classes CEDAREDGE ASSEMBLY OF GOD Science of Mind Classes Also Available For more information call 626-3347 1596 S.W. 9th St., Cedaredge • 856-3586 Bob Hillyer - Senior Pastor Marvin Pemberton - Assoc. Pastor Youth Pastor: Eric Musil CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC) DELTA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Janet Noble - Children 1290 A St., Delta • 874-9497 5th & Meeker Streets, Delta • Office — 874-9501 Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Pastor: Randy Unruh church@deltamethodist.org Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

Website: www.calvarydelta.org Reverend Siaosi Prescott Wed. Family Night: Adult Bible Study, E-Mail: office@calvarydelta.org Sunday Worship Service 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Youth & Children's Ministries 7:00 p.m.

Sunday: 5:30 p.m. Men's Breakfast (Saturday) 7:00 a.m.

Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Youth Group 1st Sunday cedarag.org Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Communion Worship 4:00-5:00 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

203 W. Main, Hotchkiss • Church 872-3313 Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Service 5:00 p.m.

After School Program (K-8) Wed. 3:45 p.m.

Adult Bible Study & Prayer Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Youth Group/Teen Bible Study Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Also offering counseling, men’s prayer meetings, ladies’ Bible study, teen outings, nursery and a food pantry. Contact Pastor Jake DeField for more information.

PAONIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

CEDAREDGE COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

NORTH FORK CHURCH OF CHRIST 40259 M Rd., Paonia • 970-527-5443 Sunday Morning 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Evening 5:00 p.m.

Teaching Sound Bible Doctrine

BIBLE CENTER CHURCH 1117 Third Street, Paonia • 527-4629 www.biblecenteronline.com John Owen, Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Awana Clubs - Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

NORTH FORK BAPTIST CHURCH 639 Samuel Wade Rd., Paonia • 527-4644 www.nfbcpaonia.org Pastor Tobey Williams Bible Study 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Nursery Provided

CRAWFORD COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

297 Dogwood Ave., Crawford • 921-3300 Rev. John Hiestand 290 S.W. 2nd Ave., Cedaredge • 210-3398 Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m.

Pastor Seth Coridan Adult Education 8:00 a.m.

Sabbath School Saturday 9:15 a.m. Children’s Education 9:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:50 a.m.

Prayer Meeting Wednesday 3:00 p.m.

NORTH FORK

American Baptist Church 4th and Meeker, Delta • 874-4893 1250 Pioneer Road, Delta • 874-3847 Rev. Alisa Secrest deltafirstbaptist.org Adult/Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Pastor James Conley Praise Music 10:15 a.m.

Sunday: Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Child care available Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Night Church 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: DELTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH Middle School Blitz 6:00 p.m.

Reaching the children and youth of AWANA (Sept.-April) 6:00 p.m.

Western Delta County Saturday: I Rd. & 1600 Rd., North Delta • 874-4322 Men’s Bible Study 7:30 a.m. www.deltachristianchurch.org High School Saturday Night Live 7:00 p.m.

Ministry Staff: Will Pruett, Jeremy Kane, Kirsten Alsdorf, Jake Sullivan Find us on Facebook at Delta Christian Church Sunday: Worship COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN First Service 9:30 a.m.

FELLOWSHIP Second Service 11:00 a.m.

Meets at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta Children’s Church: Age 3-5th grade Ron Howard, Pastor Childcare (infant/preschool) all services.

Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

For Elem., M.S. & H.S. activities, please call Children’s Church Provided Home Bible Studies Available Information: call 200-7816 or 874-4372

5th and Oak, Paonia • 527-4239 Bishop Stephen W. Bayles Sacrament Meeting 10:00 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Sunday School 11:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Priesthood & Relief Society 12:10-1:00 p.m.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

“Loyal to the orthodox Christian DEREKH HAMASHIYACH faith as received by Anglicanism” (Way of the Messiah) 5th & Palmer St., Delta • Rector's Study: 874-9489 Community Messianic Fellowship Pastor Tom Seibert Meets in Cedaredge • For directions call 589-6142 Holy Eucharist Shabbat (Saturday) 10:00 a.m. and Sunday School (Sunday) 10:15 a.m. Tuesday Evening Midrash 6:30 p.m.

Order of St. Luke & Healing Service, Domingo: uziel@aolser.com First Monday each month 6:00 p.m.

Escuela Dominical 10:00 a.m.

Interpreter for deaf available Predicacion 11:00 a.m. Morning Prayer/Communion PAONIA FRIENDS CHURCH Wednesday 10:30 a.m.

Culto de la Tarde y Niños 5:00 p.m.

409 3rd St., Paonia • 527-6151 Miercoles: Family Night 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Gaylen Kinser FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF Jovenes 7:00 p.m.

Sunday: CEDAREDGE SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 9:00 a.m.

ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE 370 W. Main St., Cedaredge • 856-3830 with NURSERY for children 19 mos.-3 years ORTHODOX P.O. Box 400, Cedaredge, CO 81413 GUNNISON VALLEY SUNDAY SCHOOL 298 Bert St., Delta • 874-5225 Email: fbc@kaycee.net for ages 19 months-adults 10:00 a.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE www.saintandrewsdelta.org Senior Pastor Dik Abbott 1721 H Rd., Delta • 874-0848 Father Daniel Jones Sunday: Website: gvcnazarene.org Saturday Great Vespers 5:00 p.m. Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 a.m.

Email: gvcnazarene@aol.com Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

CRAWFORD FRIENDS CHURCH Senior Pastor Terry D. Hedrick Please call: for feast day services schedule Children’s Church Available Non-denominational Associate Pastor Edward (Mike) Sandridge Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

3842 Stearman Lane, Crawford • 921-LORD (5673) Sunday: Wednesday: Pastor Jerry Dutton Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.

Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Service 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

SEVENTH-DAY Worship Service: AWANA and Youth 6:30 p.m. Coffee & Fellowship 10:00 a.m.

ADVENTIST CHURCH With Worship Leader Gary Lear Children’s Church and Nursery 10:30 a.m.

763 Meeker St., Delta & The GVC Praise Team Youth Group and Adult Life Studies Pastor: Seth Coridan GRAND MESA SOUTHERN Including Children’s Church Sabbath School Saturday 9:30 a.m.

And Nursery 10:45 a.m.

BAPTIST CHURCH Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday: 110 S.E. Jay Ave., Cedaredge • 856-4672 7:00 p.m.

MOUNTAIN VIEW BIBLE CHURCH Ladies’ Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Prayer Meetings Wednesday Rev. Steven Puls Lazear, CO – 872-2139 Fellowship & Bible Study Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Jim Jesser – 323-6412 Including Potluck Dinner 6:00 p.m.

Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Youth Pastor Jake Erickson - 872-6329 Study Groups: CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Meeting at various places and times throughout OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Team Kid (Wednesday) 6:00 p.m. Morning Service 11:00 a.m. the week.

1679 Pioneer Rd., Delta • 874-3444 Prayer & Bible Study Evening Service & Youth Night 6:00 p.m.

We want to extend a personal invitation to everyCorner of E. 16th St./F Rd. and Pioneer Rd. (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. one. Please come and make yourself at home.

Sunday: Brotherhood Breakfast Christ Centered Country Church “Our church could be your home.”

Uncompahgre Ward 9:00 a.m.

(1st Saturday) 8:00 a.m.

Independent and Fundamental “We exist to glorify God by raising up Delta Ward 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast Christ-centered, Spirit-filled Disciple makers.” (last Tuesday) 8:00 a.m. (at Ole Bakery)

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PAONIA 227 Oak Ave., Paonia • 527-7291 • 527-3450 P.O. Box 413, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Ed Hollett Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Traditional Church Service 10:45 a.m.

PAONIA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 235 Box Elder Avenue, Paonia • 527-3161 www.paoniachristianfellowship.com Pastor Scott McIntire Sunday Services: Sunday School for ages 2-112 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:15 a.m.

Monday Ladies Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

Young Ladies Bible Study ages 12-18 6:30 p.m.

Men’s Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday Ladies Bible Study 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday: Converge for Ages 7-12 4:30 p.m.

Youth Dinner 6:15 p.m.

Youth Group Grades 7 & Up 7:00 p.m.

Please join our family for a variety of music and worship.

Something for everyone!

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 235 North Fork, Paonia • 527-3214 Saturday Evening Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

ST. MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Bridge & Pinon St., Hotchkiss • 527-3214 Sunday Mass 11:00 a.m.

PAONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 41006 Lamborn Dr., PO Box 932, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Seth Coridan • 970-210-3398 Saturday Services 9:00 a.m.

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OLATHE OLD KING JAMES BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 112 Main St., Olathe • 970-497-0790 Pastor Brian Lopiccolo Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Preaching 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 p.m.

2nd and Onarga, Paonia • 970-527-3348 ST. JOSEPH’S TRADITIONAL Pastor Russell Fletcher ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Latin Mass Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

59350 Carnation Rd., Olathe • 323-0243 Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m.

Youth Group 6:00 p.m. Rosary & Confessions 1/2 hour before each mass Child care provided every Sun. Daily masses as scheduled and on special occasions.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH (Missouri Synod) 5th & North Fork, Paonia at the Northwest corner of City Park Pastor Duane O. Daeke • 527-3232 Morning Worship 9:00 a.m.

Lent Worship Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study following worship service Visitors Always Welcome.

HOTCHKISS CHURCH OF CHRIST 175 N. 1st St., Hotchkiss • 527-3225 Minister Windell Howard Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

MONTROSE LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH 2820 Peyton Dr., Montrose • 249-4405 Pastor Matthew Frey Sunday Service 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School/Bible Study 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study 4:00 p.m.

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B A C K P A G E

Hotchkiss has spirit!

Photo by Tamie Meck

From the left are Hotchkiss cheerleaders Candice Leger, Courtney Cox and Haley Stacy as they cheer at the Delta Panther Invitational wrestling tournament in December.

BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

here was a time when cheerleaders were as much a part of Friday night high school sports as the team. They would cheer no matter the weather or distance traveled, yelling in support of their school. These days, at least in western Colorado, the sound of synchronous cheers from the sidelines is rare.

But the cheerleading tradition lives on at Hotchkiss High School, where coach Cristen Chermak demands dedication and hard work from her squad.

Chermak recalls when all four Delta schools had cheerleaders. “Back then it was huge,” said Chermak, a 1978 graduate of HHS and a former cheerleader. The student body attended pre-game pep rallies and learned the cheers.

A section of bleachers was reserved for the pep squad. At one time the school even took a pep bus to away games.

Today, Hotchkiss is the only high school in Delta County with cheerleaders.

That seems to be the trend.

This year, no other cheerleaders attended the 52nd annual Hotchkiss Invitational wrestling tournament, where cheer competitions were once part of the tournament. At the annual Warrior Classic wrestling tournament in December, Hotchkiss was the only school with a cheer squad, and they weren’t allowed on the mats to cheer. “It was sad to me,” said Chermak, whose girls supported the team from the bleachers.

For Chermak, cheerleading is a tradition that still has a place in school sports. Chermak’s younger sister, Lori Reed, was a cheerleader, and so was her mother, Norma Thomas.

But then, high schools didn’t offer girls other sports options until her senior year.

“You either were a cheerleader or part of the pep club,” said Chermak, who started cheering in middle school.

“It’s a very different dynamic than when I was in school. I’m thrilled we have girls’ sports, but it really pulled the rug out from underneath cheerleading.”

According to Wikipedia, cheerleading started in the late 1800s, as a man’s sport.

This year marks the 90th anniversary of women’s participation in cheerleading.

Today’s sport of cheerleading is called “spirit.” Overseen by state activities associations, it’s become highly competitive and incorporates sophisticated dance steps and gymnastics maneuvers. The Colorado High School Activities Association holds an annual state spirit competition in December. Hotchkiss also has a competitive spirit team. In 2011, they had their best season, placing second in class 3A competition (see full story in the Feb. 8, 2012, edition of the Delta County Independent).

The cheers themselves haven’t changed much, said Thomas, a 1958 graduate of HHS. Many of today’s cheers have been around for decades.

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Photo courtesy Cristen Chermak

The Hotchkiss High School cheer squad of 1977 strikes a pose after winning a cheer competition and trophy. Pictured from top are: Lori Thomas (Reed); middle: Lynn Wallace, left, and Cristen Thomas (Chermak) right; base: Carol Tate, left; Barbara Lacey, right, and Shelby Henderson, kneeling with trophy. While virtually every high school once had a cheer squad, Hotchkiss is the only school in Delta County with cheerleaders. Today, this stunt would be forbidden under Colorado High School Activities Association rules.

But a few things have changed.

Aside from doing the splits and cartwheels, there were no stunts.

In the late 1950s, Hotchkiss wore red and white uniforms made of corduroy, and soleless moccasins on their feet.

She also remembers Paonia’s black uniforms with a red Thunderbird. “We had to make our uniforms,” recalled Thomas. “Of course, nobody had any money back then.”

And cheerleaders had no sponsors, “So we were basi-

cally on our own.”

Virtually every girl was involved, in one way or another, in pep club. Cheerleader tryouts were held in front of the student body, which voted for its favorites. Cheerleaders rode the team bus to away games.

“All the schools had cheerleaders,” said Thomas. Cheer competitions were common at games and meets. Paonia, with its creative, synchronized moves, had one of the best squads. “They were fan-

tastic,” she said.

Today, most visiting teams don’t bring cheerleaders, said senior Rhiannon Hart, who joined the squad her sophomore year at the urging of friend and cheerleader, Natalee Blazer. While they don’t mind being the lone cheer squad, “I think I would like to see more cheerleaders,” said Hart. “It would be pretty fun to have cheer competitions.”

It’s that “We-can-out-cheeryou cheer,” said Chermak.

Photo by Tamie Meck

From left, Hotchkiss High School cheerleaders Haley Stacy, Natalee Blazer, Candice Leger, Courtney Cox, Sydnie Hellman and Rhiannon Hart present a classic cheerleader pose.

“It’s so much more fun for them that there can be friendly competition.”

The girls know more than 200 cheers, many of them sports-specific, and their accompanying movements.

The girls require a basic knowledge of each sport so that they don’t shout out an inappropriate cheer. That’s a confidencebuilder that can help them in school, said Chermak, a substitute teacher for HHS. “If you can remember 200 cheers and all the motions, don’t tell me that you can’t remember something for a history test.”

Hotchkiss hasn’t always had cheerleaders. For several years in the 1990s, the program ebbed as more girls began competing in basketball, volleyball, softball, soccer and track. Chermak doesn’t begrudge that fact.

Her daughters, Mandy and Megan, participate in sports.

After graduating, Chermak married HHS classmate and basketball player Rick Chermak, and they moved away.

She returned in the early 1990s to find the program in sad shape. She took over in 1992 and 40 girls showed up for the first meeting. After telling them they would have to toe the line — no chewing gum, no leaning against the wall, standard uniforms — only six showed up for tryouts.

Chermak coached for three years before focusing on raising her daughters. With both daughters in high school, she returned to coaching three years ago. For most of the time in between, interest in cheering again waned. The student body no longer knew the cheers, and pep rallies had been all but forgotten.

But today’s program is thriving, although the team is allowed to travel only within the district or to state playoffs. Chermak insists that her cheerleaders remain true to the spirit of the sport and be good ambassadors for the school. They greet visiting teams with a welcome cheer, and go out of their way to make them feel welcome.

They’ve made sandwiches for hungry visiting wrestlers, and this fall bought visiting cheerleaders hot chocolate during a blustery, rainy football playoff game.

“It’s not just about supporting teams, but about competition,” said Chermak. “We don’t go to competitions, mostly because I’m old-school and feel that our job is supporting these teams. That’s historically how cheerleading started in the first place.

“Just because we have a competition against each other doesn’t mean that we can’t be friendly. It’s about more than who’s going to win or lose.”

They cheer for the team, win or lose, said Hart. “It’s pretty hard to try to keep people really spirited about it when we’re losing, but I think that’s what we’re supposed to be here for, to help people cheer on our team. We’re supposed to support them even when they’re losing. That’s our job.”