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FEBRUARY 20, 2013 VOL. 130, NO. 8

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Black takes leave of absence from DMEA

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Glen Black is on voluntary leave of absence from his elected position with the DMEA board of directors. The leave is through March.

In addition, Black told the DCI last week that he has informed other board members he will resign his post as the board’s president.

Black is the community development director for the City of Delta. He has absented himself from DMEA board duties because of an electric service dispute between DMEA and the city, which also sells electricity to customers.

Black is not accused of any wrongdoing. “It looked like this could be a long, drawnout issue. That’s why I took the leave of absence,” Black told the DCI last week.

The immediate problem facing DMEA board members during a special meeting held last week on Feb. 13 is whether Black qualifies to serve on the DMEA board under current bylaws. He was elected under DMEA bylaws which state, “No person shall be eligible to become or remain a director of the cooperative who ... is in any way employed by or financially interested in

a competing enterprise, or a business selling electric energy, or is a major supplier to the cooperative ... .”

The fact that Black’s employer, the City of Delta, sells electric energy was not seen as a bylaws conflict when Black ran and won election in 2011. If Black’s candidacy for DMEA board was not a potential bylaws problem in 2011, it became one when the City of Delta bid against DMEA for electric service to the new Maverik fuel stop in Delta.

DMEA had been the electric supplier when the site was occupied by Bruton’s, and DMEA had expectations of renewing a substantial stream of revenue from the site’s line load of pumps, refrigeration and lights running 24/7.

But the City of Delta won the electric business by offering attractive rates. Also, the city’s lower cost of installing electric service was an important factor in Maverik’s decision to go with Delta as electric supplier, noted Steve Glammeyer, Delta’s utilities director.

If there hadn’t been a clear bylaws conflict with Black sitting on the DMEA board before Maverik, now there clearly is.

That is the view of DMEA attorney Larry Beckner who

Vision schools change direction

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

After 12 years, the Vision Home & Community Program is changing direction. The program, which has operated as a contract school under Delta County Joint School District #50, is now taking the first steps toward attaining charter status.

The change is largely administrative, and should not impact students’ ability to develop individualized learning plans based on their own unique interests, the hallmark of the Vision program. Since it was established, enrollment has grown from 65 to over 600.

Kimborlee Etter, chairman of the Vision Board of Stewards, was homeschooling her children when the program was first introduced. She quickly recognized the value of an alternative educational program which would provide some oversight to help keep her and her three kids on track. She also liked the fact the curriculum she’d chosen could be funded with tax dollars.

In the intervening years, she’s not only seen her own kids succeed, she’s seen many other students graduate and become citizens “we can be proud of.” For that reason, she stayed involved with the Vision program after her three children graduated.

She was one of several

Vision representatives who recently met with the Delta County Board of Education to determine the program’s future. That future is being dictated, in part, by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), which has clarified its stance on Vision’s instructors.

If Vision remains a contract school, all teachers will have to be highly qualified. The way Vision is currently set up, instruction is provided by a combination of licensed teachers, independent contractors, mentors and parents. If that instructional model doesn’t change to one where all teachers are highly qualified, the school district, and Vision, run the risk of losing some state funding, school board member Tammy Smith explained.

But if the school switches to a charter, things can basically stay the way they are, she said.

Etter said the board of stewards is now completing a short application to be submitted to the school board — the sole chartering authority in Delta County — in March. Between March and June, a steering committee will determine how the Delta, Surface Creek and North Fork Vision programs can be merged into a single charter school with three campuses. By June, Etter hopes a contract with Delta County Joint School District #50 can be ratified and the charter VISION TO A3

said that the Maverik deal turned the City of Delta into a “competing enterprise” under the DMEA bylaws. “We’ve never competed before,” he said.

During the Feb. 13 special DMEA board meeting in Montrose, the eight attending DMEA board members listened as Beckner shouldered full responsibility for vetting and approving Black’s eligibility to run for and serve on the DMEA board. Beckner also accepted blame for his bylaws interpretation that qualified Black as eligible because the

City of Delta, though a seller of electric energy, had not been a competitor to DMEA. “The facts changed,” Beckner said.

Olathe resident Ray Schmalz questioned Beckner’s assessment. Schmalz, a candidate for DMEA board in 2011, was told by DMEA staff that if elected he would not be eligible to serve under the same bylaws provision that Black had been given a pass on.

That is because at the time DMEA was in contract negotiations with Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association on the South Canal proj-

ect. The contract, which was eventually signed, would disqualify Schmalz from DMEA board service because the South Canal project made UVWUA “a business selling electric energy,” just like the city of Delta, and Schamlz was a director on the UVWUA board.

“They (DMEA board) are not following the bylaws,” on Black’s eligibility, Schmalz told the DCI. Schmalz went ahead and ran in 2011 against now term-limited Nancy Hovde after Schmalz promised to DMEA TO A3

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When the Maverik fuel stop in Delta opened with the city as its electric supplier at a location that had been previously served by DMEA, a cascade of events began that has included worries about competition, a board of directors bylaws crisis, and questions about the eligibility of Delta’s Glen Black to continue serving on DMEA’s board of directors.

Yager sentenced to 42 years for wife’s murder

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

No prison sentence can cure the loss being experienced by the family and friends of Melinda Tackett Yager, Judge Charles Greenacre acknowledged during a sentencing hearing Friday. But after weighing all the circumstances, he ordered Nathan Yager to serve a 42 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections in the death of Melinda, his estranged wife.

In November, a jury of 12 took less than two hours to convict Yager of second degree murder. There were never any other suspects in the brutal stabbing which took place in Paonia on Jan. 7, 2011. The defense initially attempted to prove Nathan was in a “disassociative” state when he committed the murder; later public defender Stephan Schweissing tried to prove the act was the result of “provoked passion.” Jurors rejected that theory.

During the sentencing hearing, both Melinda’s father and her twin brother Matthew pleaded for justice. Advocating the maximum sentence, Matthew spoke harshly of Nathan’s “failure, failure, failure” as a man, as a husband

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Community garden applications are now being taken by the City of Delta Parks Department. The garden plots are 10x20 feet with water at the site. Lots are not organic due to previous land practice, but spraying and commercial fertilizers are prohibited. Natural compost is encouraged.

Lots are $25 each (non refundable). For more information, contact Paul Suppes at 874-7973 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MondayFriday.

Garden sites will be available May 13, Suppes said. The community garden is located on Garnet Mesa, just off 7th Street.

and as a father.

Matthew sat through most of the lengthy trial. He said he was not prepared for the images of his deceased sister enlarged on a TV screen, “all but decapitated,” but he was glad the jury could see what Nathan was capable of.

“I obscured my view, but I could see the color red,” he said. “It was her blood . . . my blood too.”

He said he is ready to let his anger go and do what Nathan Yager should have done — focus on the future and focus on raising Callie, Melinda and Nathan’s daughter. “We promise to continue to devote our lives to Callie, but we need the court’s help,” he said, asking that the current protection order remain in place. That order prohibits contact between Callie and her father.

He wrapped up a heartwrenching statement by reading words from Melinda’s journal, including an entry that would become her last words to her daughter. Matthew riffled through the empty pages remaining in the journal, silent testimony to a life cut short.

Assistant district attorney Kerri Yoder read a state-

ment from Melinda’s two close friends, Corey Stroud and Andrea Reedy, who lamented the transformation of Paonia from a small, safe town to a place where murder takes place on the railroad tracks.

Nathan’s parents, Ray and Julie Yager, also addressed the court. Ray Yager said the entire family went on trial Jan. 7, 2011, and has been subject to ridicule, lies, humiliation and slander ever since. He described Melinda’s friends first as “vigilantes,” then as her “lieutenants” and congratulated them for orchestrating a sucessful “pincer movement” in the alley behind the house where the murder occurred.

Nathan and Melinda’s divorce and child custody hearings spiraled out of control as the end of 2010 approached.

Looking back, Julie Yager said, it is apparent the family court system is broken.

The children should be the first priority in every divorce case, she said; the goal should never be for one parent “to win at all costs.”

She pointed fingers at the magistrate, the attorneys on both sides, the judge in county court, Officer Sanchez of the YAGER TO A3

Pilots look for safety devices On Feb. 14, the Delta County Commissioners approved a letter to Tri-State Generation and Transmission seeking a response to the FAA’s requirement for safety marking devices on Tri-State’s new power lines north of Blake Field.

“Specifically,” states the county’s letter, “the (FAA) conditions cited require the installation of synchronized flashing red lights with catenary (hanging, round) marker balls on seven line support structures ... the BOCC would appreciate a response from Tri-State so

that it may be passed on to the Airport Advisory Board and other local pilots who have inquired as to the status of the work.”

At the same meeting, the commissioners received an operations report from the Blake Field FBO, Smiling Aviation, noting that total operations for 2012 were up 24.3 percent compared with the previous year.

An expenditure of $2,123 was approved for a fueling station card reader at the North Fork Airport.

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OPINION

League of Women Voters celebrates 93rd birthday The League of Women Voters is elated to celebrate its 93rd anniversary. Since its founding in 1920, the league has worked tirelessly to protect and uphold the constitutional right to vote, a right that composes the very foundation of our democracy.

However, while we celebrate our successes, we are concerned by stark challenges to our democracy. In the upcoming Supreme Court case Shelby County, Alabama v. Holder, the constitutionality of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965 will be reviewed. The VRA is landmark legislation that ensures every American citizen, regardless of race, has an equal right to vote. Should the court rule against the VRA, which prevents states from passing discriminatory voting rules, the right to vote for mil-

lions of Americans would be at risk.

“The thought that the Supreme Court might soon overturn the Voting Rights Act and limit voting rights should send a chill down the spine of every American,” said Montrose County League president Karen Connor.

“The league believes we should be expanding voting rights, not curtailing them, and working to make elections free, fair and accessible to all eligible citizens.”

The league has been committed to protecting voter rights since 1920, and we’re not stopping now.

The upcoming Supreme Court review of the Voting Rights Act shows that even 93 years after our founding, the league’s work is needed more than ever.

The League of Women Voters of Montrose County, serving Montrose and

Delta counties, is one of nearly 800 leagues in all 50 states working to educate and inform voters and protect voters’ rights.

The league is proud to be nonpartisan, neither supporting nor opposing candidates or political parties at any level of government, but always working on vital issues of concern to members and the public. This is what sets the league apart from so many organizations.

All points of view are respected and we encourage community members to join us in order to take part in our work locally. Membership in the League is open to men and women of all ages.

For more information about the league, visit www.montrose.co.lwvnet. org/. Our meetings are posted in the Daily Press, the Delta County Independent and The Watch.

befitting a real estate presentation or chamber of commerce brochure than a clear and practical review of the city’s assets and how they’re managed.

The authors of this piece, dear Deltoids all, miss — or choose to overlook — the point of constructive criticism.

Delta City Hall has an annoying habit of acquiring property and developing projects with no apparent realistic preparation for long-term maintenance costs. We see pictures in the DCI of various city hall denizens, clad with requisite hardhats and shovels in hand, beginning another project. Later we see a picture of many of those same inhabitants of hallowed halls with giant scissors and broad ribbon, smiles all around, completing a project with perhaps (wink, wink) a cast plate immortally displaying attribution.

Other than desiring a legacy of recognition, living in the moment is

LETTERS More guns = less crime Dear Editor: There are some things that fit the statement, “The more things change, the more they are the same.” In following this so-called debate on gun control there are some things that echo and reecho from years past.

The facts don’t change, they have been studied and verified repeatedly.

From the government’s own CBO, to several contracted studies done by universities, the results have always been the same. The more guns in the hands of citizens, the less our society is plagued by criminals. Everywhere concealed carry laws were approved by the states, all forms of violent crime decreased, sometime very dramatically. In whole

de rigueur for politicians.

Contrary to that immediacy, city council members need to prove that continued maintenance for their projects is reasonably and soundly funded in perpetuity. Regardless of how awestruck a minority of Deltoids are about The Golf Club, it became a financing nightmare cured only by a line item within the budget of nearly one million dollars this fiscal year. Ouch. To many of us, that’s too much for the benefit of so few, or the superfluous luxury of being able to say: “...oh, and we have a golf course in Delta.”

Let’s put this argument to rest. Selected appreciation and defense of our city and its government is always appropriate. But questioning municipal government, which may be operating incompetently or with impunity, is a duty. In that regard, a perpetual Pollyanna perspective is not helpful.

Alan Metcalfe Delta

Dear Editor: In his recent State of the Union address to Congress, President Obama discussed many issues of national importance, including raising the minimum wage and creating a program for universal preschool education for all. The Delta Democrats support both proposals.

Regarding the proposal that the minimum wage be raised to $9 per hour, we Democrats are fully committed to having all ablebodied people work for their livings. We believe that work is empowering and ennobling and sets a good example for our children, as they watch their parents work hard to give them a fair shot at the American Dream: work hard, and abide by the rules, and you will, eventually — not immediately and not in a way that very wealthy people might understand — succeed. A living wage is the very ground of this ideal.

Opposition to this pro-

A Colorado success story

BY SCOTT GESSLER Colorado Secretary of State

The 2012 election cycle was the most successful in Colorado history.

Through proactive management and innovative solutions, Colorado saw a jump in voter participation, had better election integrity than ever before, and saw far fewer election day problems.

Last week the Secretary of State’s office published an official report on the 2012 election entitled “A Colorado Success Story.”

It details achievements that all Coloradans can be proud of.

First, voter turnout grew to record levels in Colorado, even as other states witnessed real decline. Specifically, Colorado’s turnout increased almost two percent compared to the 2008 election, while turnout nationwide plummeted almost seven percent. Even other hotly contested battleground states saw a drop in turnout.

The overall result? In 2012, Colorado was top three among all states in turnout by eligible voters!

This increased turnout followed successful voter registration efforts that pushed registered voters to an all-time high in Colorado. My office sent postcards to nearly 750,000 unregistered residents, and we ran television, radio, newspaper and internet ads encouraging registration.

We also reached Spanish speaking voters, using Spanish language media.

This campaign helped increase our registration numbers by over 440,000 people — a 13.7 percent

increase, well above normal population growth for four years.

As a former Army officer who served overseas during an election, I was particularly proud that our military and overseas turnout skyrocketed 65 percent, compared to 2008 levels. In this election we made it easy for military and overseas voters to access their ballot online for printing and mailing. That sped up delivery immensely.

And we improved the online registration system to allow military and overseas voters to sign up online, eliminating postcards and the sometimesunreliable foreign postal systems.

Second, Colorado saw fewer election day problems than in past years, even though we were a hotly contested battleground state. When necessary, the Secretary of State’s office stepped in and helped manage county elections, and we immediately responded to problems and controversies in other counties.

And our county election officials did a great job.

We had shorter lines and easier voting than ever before — and certainly compared to a few other battleground states.

And in 2012 my office deployed a consolidated election reporting system, so Coloradans could find all state results in one place. In fact, nearly 70,000 people used the system last November.

Finally, our election integrity is at an alltime high. Through our online registration system, nearly 250,000 Coloradans corrected their

countries – UK, Australia and Canada – as they passed draconian gun restriction laws on their citizens, crime has skyrocketed.

So what is the problem? Our society in general has been cut loose from its ethical/moral bounds. The corruption of good character, the loss of absolute values (meaning doing what’s right in our own eyes) without considering our past or our unchanging standards of right and wrong, good and evil, have left this nation adrift. So, what now?

Our attorney general, Eric Holder, publicly charged the media to “brainwash” Americans to hate guns. Have you noticed the non-stop gun “news” flooding the media?

No matter the studies, the data, the facts, just get good old American Joe to hate guns. What we are seeing is an axiom a friend shared with me recently. “Rigidly holding to a view despite valid evidence to the contrary is known as, ‘The fallacy of invincible ignorance’.” We are witnesses of this fallacy as it works in the halls of so-called representative bodies at state and federal levels. Invincible ignorance! Every legislator who supports these false and stupid laws must never inhabit the hall of governance again and they need to know now, immediately they will not be re-elected. So let us tell them, now!

Rex E. Stucker Cedaredge

Local Democrats support Obama’s proposals

Questioning government is our duty Dear Editor: There are essentially two types of letters written about the City of Delta that are generously published in this newspaper. One type pertains to either applauding or criticizing the nuts and bolts of financing and operating the city, the other gives a narrative of the results of those efforts.

A writer who is critical of municipal operations evokes the ire of a few who leap to defend all that is Delta. Resentment of criticism is reflected in their sentimental writings of Delta’s story.

The most recent letter of this fawning genre is a magnum opus, replete with platitudes and chockfull of breathless descriptions: ooh, the pretty flowers — wow, a park — gee, a rec center – cool, a golf course — OMG, we even have schools! The letter takes us on a magical tour using a lens of rosy hue through which the writers see our fair city. It’s well written, but it’s a cloying screed more

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registration information, meaning more accurate voting rolls than ever before. And in the past three years, nearly 1,000 non-citizens have either voluntarily removed their names from our voting rolls or have been tagged as likely ineligible voters, following several state and federal database checks. Going forward, Colorado is now comparing its voter rolls with nearly two dozen other states for dual registrations – a number we expect to grow to 40 states by the end of 2013.

But even with these impressive successes, some in Colorado want to drastically change how we conduct our elections.

One proposed change is election day registration, often called same-day registration. Election day registration allows people to vote on the same day they register. Unfortunately, this opens the door to fraud and error.

And it creates huge problems for administering elections.

Indeed, experience in other states shows that election day registration is a real problem.

In Wisconsin during the 2004 presidential election, the Milwaukee Police Department verified that claims of thousands “of more ballots cast than voters recorded were found to be true.”

And a 68-page police report found “that the one thing that could eliminate a large percentage of fraud or the appearance of fraudulent voting in any given Election is the elimination of the OnSite or Same Day voter registration system.”

Similarly in neighboring Minnesota, also a same-day registration state, a local watchdog group identified 113 convictions of felon voter fraud stemming from the state’s 2008 election. It concluded “While some ineligible felon voters registered in advance of the election and should have been flagged for challenge, the overwhelming majority who evaded detection used Election Day Registration, which currently has no mechanism to detect or prevent ineligible voters.”

And Colorado does not need same-day voter registration. Our voter turnout is among the best in the nation. Unlike other states that offer election day registration, Colorado offers voter registration online, at the Department of Motor Vehicles, at human service agencies, through the mail, and in person.

Unlike other states, Colorado properly verifies the information of those who register to make sure our elections are protected.

As I meet with residents around the state, I hear calls for better protection — not less.

I want to make it easy to vote, but tough to cheat. The 2012 numbers show we’re achieving great results in both areas. But by opening our system to illegal ballots, election day registration will end any hope of maintaining a balance in both areas.

The bottom line? Election Day registration isn’t a fix to a problem.

Rather, it’s an open invitation to real problems in our elections.

posal, voiced by conservative politicians, argues that any minimum wage suppresses job growth.

But a quick look on the Internet leads one to doubt that there is a correlation between an increase in the minimum wage and unemployment. Washington state, for example, has the highest minimum wage in the country. Yet as of December 2012 Washington state’s unemployment rate was 7.6%, compared with the national average of 7.8%.

In addition, a minimum wage set at an income above poverty underlies the ideal of a working class that is self-supporting and not dependent on subsidies to keep the heat on in winter and food on the table.

Furthermore, Democrats understand that it is the average working person who is the real driver behind our economy.

Working people, unlike the wealthy, spend their dollars here in America, and do not save them in some offshore account.

This spending translates into jobs for others. If

the wealthy spent the way we do, we would be awash in jobs!

But is it true that if we work hard and follow the rules that we will get ahead? Sometimes the cards are stacked against us. For example, anyone born into a family living in poverty may not have the opportunity to participate in an enriching preschool experience, as do their counterparts from better-off families.

Yet many studies show that early-childhood education has long-term beneficial effects and correlates positively with academic success in school and with economic success later in life.

We Democrats believe that every child deserves such an experience in their early years. We want everyone to have a shot at the American Dream. Surely this belief is not limited by politics.

So if we believe in this as a nation, we should commit ourselves to fighting for the realization of this dream for all Americans!

Gretchen Nicholoff Chair Delta County Democratic Party

Stop the spending!

Dear Editor: I think the following figures are correct. In any case, they accurately illustrate the problem.

Annual U.S. tax revenue: $2,170,000,000,000; Federal budget: $3,820,000,000,000; New debt: $1,650,000,000,000; National debt: $14,271,000,000,000; Recent budget cuts: $38,500,000,000.

If we remove eight zeros from each figure, it resembles a household budget: Annual family income: $21,700; Money family spends annually: $38,200; New debt on the credit card: $16,500; Outstanding balance on the credit card: $142,710; Total budget cuts so far: $38.50.

Can our government really not know that this is a recipe for disaster?

Yes, the government can print money to forestall bankruptcy, but soon even China will quit

buying our debt. Or it can increase taxes on an already overburdened citizenry and eventually many productive citizens will just quit working and enter the welfare system. Or it can, as the hypothetical family would have to do, declare bankruptcy and default on its debts.

I don’t want to think that our leaders are deliberately trying to crash our economy, but neither do I want to think that they’re dumb or spineless. Yet they continue to buy votes by handing out freebies (phones, food stamps, extended unemployment, rent assistance, heating assistance, cash for clunkers, mortgage payments, medical care and schooling for illegals, grants, welfare, foreign aid, etc.) while raising taxes on those of us who are constantly working to support people we don’t even know.

Well, we’re tired of it.

Note to Washington: cut the spending!

Bruce Many Eckert

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Yager FROM PAGE A1 Paonia Police Department, and even Melinda Yager for putting herself in a potentially dangerous situation.

“Nathan snapped,” she told the judge, “but I believe Melinda did too.

Please consider all the factors that helped create this ‘perfect storm.’ ” In pointed reference to the Yagers’ comments, defense attorney Dan Hotsenpiller said it is the role of the prosecution to ensure people are held accountable for their actions. “It is evident the defendant is incapable of taking account for his conduct because he was taught, apparently, how not to do so.

“Nothing justifies what Nathan did to Melinda,” he said, graphically describing the way Nathan brutally ended her life. “There’s no system in the world to rehabilitate an individual who refuses to take responsibility for his actions.”

Nathan did not testify at trial, as is his right, and he declined to talk to the probation officer who prepared the presentence report because he plans to file an appeal.

But his silence should not be interpreted as lack of remose, Schweissing said.

“Nathan was advised not to speak,” Schweissing said, “but he is remorseful about his entire situation.”

Schweissing countered several points contained in the pre-sentence report before enumerating what

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he considers mitigating factors. He said Nathan does not have a history of violence, and while he has a criminal record, the misdemeanors were confined to traffic and alcohol offenses. Yager’s last contact with law enforcement was in 2004.

At the risk of “victim bashing,” Schweissing pointed out Melinda’s actions on Jan. 7 were not those of someone in fear for their life, but of someone looking for a confrontation.

“Nathan Yager does bear responsibility,” Schweissing said, “but the events of Jan. 7 would not have happened but for the actions of Melinda Yager.”

Nathan Yager stood for a brief statement. “I have asked God for forgiveness,” he said. “I pray the family and friends of Melinda find forgiveness as well.”

Judge Charles Greenacre based the 42-year sentence in part on a previous murder conviction in his courtroom, also for a fatal stabbing. In that case, he said, the accused showed “substantial”

It’s time for another evening of old-time and bluegrass music at the Pea Green Saturday Night concert series. The Feb. 23 event will take place at the Pea Green Community Center from 7-9:30 p.m. This month will feature Jody Brown and Friends, Big Daddy and the Runaways, and The Gypsy Jazz Social Club, all for only half a sawbuck ($5) at the door.

The event is held at the crossroads of Hwy. 348 and Banner Road.

Some folks bring a snack

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Big Easy Express Music Documentary Sat., 2/23 (10:00)

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Police officers, sheriff’s deputies and paramedics like Ben Mulhausen (pictured) were on hand Feb. 16 for Wendy’s “Safety Saturday.” Above, Autumn and Evan Eddy check out the inside of a rig from the Delta County Ambulance District. “Our goal with this event was to heighten public awareness about safety and to promote positive interaction between emergency service organizations and Delta County residents,” store manager Michele Holyfield explained.

Enjoy the benefits of creative expression at an art expressions support group. The group meets Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at The Recovery Center, 107 W. 11th Street, Delta. Sessions

BY HANK LOHMEYER are open and free to the Staff Writer public. Bring your own The county is in early materials and projects. stages of a project to For more information replace the Gunnison contact Gwen Anderson River bridge at Escalante at 694-2125.

Canyon because of safety concerns about the structure.

The current bridge is considered “not safe,” Bob Basher of the county engineering department to share, and so can you told the county commisif you want to. Seating is sioners at their Feb 14 limited. For more informeeting. mation call Len Willey at Part of the reason for 874-8879. concern is that the struc-

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remorse. He said Nathan Yager’s apparent lack of remorse is a “major concern.” He also considered the nature of the offense, which he described as a “violent, unprovoked attack.” He understands Yager was experiencing extreme levels of stress, and the act was entirely spontaneous, but said the pain to Melinda’s family, and particularly her daughter, who is now 3, is irreversible.

A new public defender will be appointed to handle Yager’s appeal.

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Vision FROM PAGE A1 school will be ready to go for the Vision school year which runs from July to June.

The board of stewards intends to provide an opportunity for parents and community members to participate in the process, Etter added. School district attorney Aaron Clay has also referred to public hearings during the process.

Because school board members have already approved the switch to a charter school, Etter expects the contract negotiations to proceed

smoothly. Contract negotiations will address funding, the use of school district resources and facilities, and other charter criteria.

“Some internal changes will have to take place, but we hope to keep the ‘flavor’ of the Vision schools the same,” she said.

“We believe this is the best option for the school district and for the Vision program,” Smith said.

“Not every kid fits into our traditional schools.

Having this alternative works really well for our district and the students it services.”

ture shares some of the same construction techniques that were used in the large Interstate Highway System bridge that collapsed in Minneapolis, Minn., five years ago killing 13 people.

The age and condition of the Escalante Bridge are also of concern. The route will provide a primary entrance to the Dominguez-Escalante NCA, noted Commission Chair Doug Atchley.

Commissioners signed off on a $155,357 contract (80 percent federal grant, 20 percent county match) with Buckhorn Geotech for “engineering and professional services and construction management” on the project.

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DMEA FROM PAGE A1 resign his UVWUA board post if elected to DMEA’s board.

Another 2011 DMEA board candidate, Vicki Ripp, was in the same situation as Schmalz.

Hovde explained, “If they (Schmalz and Ripp) had been elected, they’d have to either resign their posts on the Uncompaghre Valley Water Users and TriCounty boards, or be in the same boat as Glen.”

The DMEA board began discussing the issue of Black’s eligibility to serve last October, it was stated at the Feb. 13 meeting.

The issue grew last month when the public learned directors were considering changing the bylaws to retroactively clarify and validate Black’s eligibility. Forty DMEA ratepayers attended the Feb. 13 special meeting. Those who spoke opposed retroactively changing bylaws to fix an eligibility problem.

The Feb. 13 meeting revealed big differences among directors on how to handle the situation, and even on what the problem actually is. “There are tremendous differences on the board as to how this ought to be handled,” said Hovde, who is now serving as DMEA board president.

Ideas aired by board members on Feb. 13 ranged from classifying the matter as “no big deal,” to handling Black’s eligibility issue administratively as a routine “conflict of interest matter,” to a complete overhaul of relevant bylaws provisions.

Hovde told the DCI, “If you read the bylaws literally, (they would) knock

percent county matching contribution requirement.

During actual construction a temporary, single-lane bridge will be constructed to handle traffic, Basher explained.

Thank You out another two directors” who currently serve on boards of major DMEA suppliers.

The “language” in DMEA’s bylaws is a vestige of the 1940s, and in Black’s case the language isn’t applicable to today’s world, Beckner said. He cited small private hydro generation, net metering, solar generation, and Oxbow’s methane capture project as examples of installations that could be considered in competition with DMEA because they sell electricity.

Hovde had convened a committee meeting with four board members on Monday of this week. On Tuesday, she reported there would be recommendations for the full DMEA board to consider Feb. 26. “I hope we’ll be taking action to resolve the festering issues,” she said.

A partial list of those festering issues includes revenue loss to DMEA, the prospect of city competition, the propriety and fairness of retroactive bylaw changes, the sentiments of member/ratepayers, and the eligibility of Black and other DMEA board members under the bylaws in force at the time they were elected. Personalities are also involved, a DMEA board member confided to the DCI. Attorney Beckner’s view, that the complexity of a new world makes the language of DMEA’s current bylaws outdated, is likely to be reflected in the recommendations from Hovde’s committee.

In any event, the world changed for DMEA when the City of Delta took business DMEA had expected to have for itself.

We want to thank all the people that have supported Nathan and us during these past two years. We cannot ever repay the countless words of kindness and the many prayers offered, as well as all the acts of generosity. Thank you for your warm hearts, warm meals and warm bed. Most of all we want to thank you for your friendship in standing with all of us. ***** Psalm 46 ***** We would like to give special recognition to the District Attorney, Dan Hotsenpiller. In denigrating the statements we were asked to give, you made the case for what we said. With your savage vitriol, you actually demonstrated our points in court.

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Hastings, Skelton plan April wedding Emily Hastings of San Diego, Calif., and Joshua Skelton of Vista, Calif., will exchange wedding vows April 27, 2013, in San Diego.

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Ray and Miletta Knob are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Sunday, Feb. 24. The celebration begins at 1:30 p.m. at the Pea Green Hall.

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Starrs celebrate 65th wedding anniversary Phil and Bette Starr are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary on Feb. 22. Lifelong residents of the Surface Creek Valley, they ranched and raised fruit for over 40 years before they moved to town in 1993. Phil is an avid gardener and Bette enjoys playing bridge.

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Their children are Jack and Jeanne Morris, Kathy and Chase Wiening, Richard and Shellee Starr and daughter-inlaw Kathleen Starr. They have eight grandchildren, Jack, Chase, Jess, Annie, Michelle, David, Brian and Rachel, and 12 great-grandchildren.

TOPS will host an open house What does TOPS stand for? It is Take Off Pounds Sensibly. The club does not embrace a strict diet regime, just encourages sensible eating. Since a club was established in Delta 40 years ago, many pounds have been lost. You’re greeted with smiles and encouragement each week. In addition to a weigh-in, programs about weight loss, healthy living and other topics are offered. The cost is minimal.

An open house will be held Thursday, Feb. 21, at 9 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1290 A Street. Guest speaker Cathy Rodeback, an acupuncture specialist, will talk about how you can better your life with sensible eating and taking better care of your body.

Anyone interested in losing weight and improving their health is invited. For more information, call 339-7388, 874-5403 or 874-8516.

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Nancy Stevens, Nina Williams, Vicki Ripp, Helen Jurca, Kami Collins, Fay Hannigan, Thelma Starner, Jacque Kuta and Dorothy Dunfelder prepare for an all-you-can-eat chili fundraiser Feb. 22.

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Sorority hosts all-youcan-eat chili fundraiser Epsilon Zeta, the Delta chapter of ESA Sorority, is holding an all-youcan-eat chili fundraiser Friday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Westminster Hall of the Pres-

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Elsey Peterson, to Shelby Erickson, son of Donald and Cara Erickson of Clifton.

Elsey is a graduate of Cedaredge High School.

She graduated from Colorado Mountain College in 2005 with a degree in professional photography.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Palisade High School.

A May 11 wedding is planned.

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bride-to-be. Parents of the future groom are Doug and Cathie Tiffany of Delta and Michael and Margarita Skelton of Houston, Texas.

Emily graduated from Grand Island Northwest High School in 2004. She received a bachelor of science in math education from York College in 2008. She taught math at Delta Middle School before moving to San Diego. She now works for Pacifica Companies as an executive assistant.

Joshua attended school in Delta before moving to Tennessee his senior year. He is a 2001 graduate of Dyer County High School, Newbern, Tenn. He is a gunnery sergeant in the United States Marine Corps.

Rodney and Kristy Sheets of Hotchkiss are the parents of a son, Deklan Hoyt Benjiman Sheets, born Feb. 6, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction.

He weighed 7 pounds, 2.5 ounces and was 19.75 inches in length.

Deklan has two brothers and one sister.

ounce and was 18.5 inches in length.

Jessica Lopez and Gerardo Grajeda of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Mirella Valentina Grajeda, born Feb. 2, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 5 pounds, 13 ounces and was 18 inches in length.

Robert and Elizabeth Lee of Delta are the parents of a son, Logan Terrence Lee, born Feb. 9, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19.75 inches in length.

Brandson and Kirsten Reynolds of Cedaredge are the parents of a son, Westen Hale Reynolds, born Feb. 6, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and was 20.5 inches in length.

Myrya Cisneros and Les Logan of Montrose are the parents of a son, Kelby Logan, born Feb. 4, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital.

He weighed 7 pounds, 1

adults and $4 for children 10 and under.

All proceeds from the fundraiser benefit local charities such as the Delta Food Pantry, Delta Public Library, Delta Museum, Delta County Memorial Hospital, TriCounty Resources and school projects such as senior grad night.

Amanda Blake and Wesley Bowers are the parents of a son, Conner Lee Bowers, born Feb. 13, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He SAVORY CHICKEN DINNER weighed 8 pounds, 3.2 No one would guess that ounces and was 20 inches these moist chicken breasts in length.

Josiah and Chelsea St. Peter of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Londyn Paige St. Peter, born Feb. 10, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces and was 19.75 inches in length.

Randy and Carolyn Sukle of Delta are the parents of a son, Trey Randal Sukle, born Feb. 8, 2013, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds and was 19.5 inches in length.

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Student councils gather in Montrose for leadership summit Montrose High School is hosting the first ever Western Colorado Leadership Summit for student council members across western Colorado on Wednesday, Feb. 20, at the New Life Business and Community Center. Attending will be 168 students and 14 advisors representing 14 schools from across western Colorado including Cedaredge, Central High School in Grand Junction, De Beque, Delta,

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All State vocalists The 2013 All State Choir concert was held Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Bellco Theatre (previously the Wells Fargo Theatre) in Denver. Four students from Delta County School District made it into the choir — (from left) Jake Johnson, Delta; Desert Mulford, Delta; Lexi Johnson, Paonia; and Jacob Helleckson, Paonia. In the background are their teachers, Wendy Bodwell of Paonia High School (left) and Tambyr Reed of Delta High School. All State status is obtained through a rigorous audition process.

Once a junior or senior high school musician has made “All State,” they spend three days in Denver practicing with many other youth from across Colorado getting ready for the concert. This year’s event, sponsored by Colorado Music Educators Association, featured three guest conductors from Georgia, Michigan and Minnesota.

Foundation administers 13 different scholarships The Western Colorado Community Foundation is offering college and vocational school scholarships from 13 different funds for the 2013-2014 school year. New scholarships totaling more than $100,000 will be awarded for the coming school year. These scholarships are made possible by donors who have established scholarship funds with the community foundation to assist students from the Western Slope to attend college.

J. Robert Young Scholarships of $1,000 are available to graduating high school seniors who plan to obtain a businessrelated degree and who live in areas served by Alpine Bank. Two renewable scholarships will be awarded for the 20132014 school year.

Four Stewart-WatsonWheeler Scholarships of $1,000 are available to

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Jennifer Magner of Delta has graduated from Fort Hays State University with a master’s degree in education administration.

Magner is one of 527 undergraduate and 125 graduate students who completed requirements for associate, bachelor’s and graduate degrees in the fall 2012 semester.

graduating high school seniors from Delta County, and one Stewart-Watson-Wheeler Scholarship is available to a senior graduating from Mancos High School.

Four to five renewable Kay Armstrong Scholarships of $1,000 are available to graduating high school seniors from Delta County. One of these scholarships will be awarded to a student who wants to become a teacher.

The Willson Education Fund will award two to four renewable scholarships in 2013 to graduates from public high schools in Delta and Mesa counties who are good students with financial need. These scholarships can be used for any course of study at a twoor four-year institution

anywhere in the U.S. The amount of the scholarship will vary depending on each recipient’s individual circumstances.

During the current school year more than 100 students have received a total of more than $375,000 of scholarship support through scholarship funds held at the Western Colorado Community Foundation.

More information about eligibility guidelines, deadlines and application requirements for 2013-2014 scholarships is available on the Western Colorado Community Foundation website, www.wc-cf.org, or by calling Cindy Rhodes at 2433767. Persons interested in establishing scholarship funds are also encouraged to contact the community foundation.

Cindy Watson will award scholarships Applications are now available for the annual Cindy Watson Foundation Scholarship. The intent of the scholarship is to recognize individuals who demonstrate accountability, contribute to their own goals, and plan to continue their involvement in their community after college graduation. Seniors who will graduate in 2013 from Delta, Montrose,

Dolores, Fruita Monument, Grand Valley in Parachute, Gunnison, Hotchkiss, Meeker, Montrose, Olathe, Palisade and Rangely.

At the summit each school will present a PowerPoint presentation containing its student body’s favorite activity, its best schoolwide fundraiser, a successful activity that is unique to its school, its community involvement, and its biggest challenge as

Training offered for parents of children with disabilities The Center for Independence is offering “Training for Parents of Children with Disabilities – Arming Yourself with Information,” on Monday, March 4, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Center for Independence, located at 740 Gunnison Avenue in Grand Junction. This will be a broad discussion covering services and supports for school-aged children with disabilities. Topics to be covered include IEPs (individualized education plans); legal and financial issues; transition services; resources and parent support.

Information packets and dinner will be provided for free. Please RSVP by Thursday, Feb. 28, to Jana Hill at 241-

0315.

This training service is sponsored by Center for Independence and brought to the public through a commitment to outreach, education, and planning provided by the Disability Resource Alliance, a committee formed by members representing Mesa County agencies serving people with disabilities.

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Parenting classes offered A nurturing parenting class is being offered Saturdays at Delta United Methodist Church from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Classes begin March 30. For more information, call Sheila Linck at 244-0501 or email sheilal@htop.org.

a student council. The day will also include lunch and a motivational speech by keynote speaker Sue Hansen, of SueSpeaks in Montrose.

Montrose High School student body president Emily Wolverton applied for and received a $2,500 grant to develop and host the conference. ANNpower and Vital Voices, the organizations from which the grant was received, provide opportunities to young girls looking to make a difference in their communities. The grant will provide funds for the keynote speaker, lunch for the attendees, paper and electronic copies of the presentations for each school, and the facility at which the summit is to be held.

The goal of the Western Colorado Leadership Summit is to allow high schools to share their best ideas and to learn what is working well at other schools to increase student involvement and community service.

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Deadline date is April 30 or earlier as determined by each individual high school.

DMS salutes outstanding students for February DMS administrators are proud of all sixth-eighth grade students who show school pride, responsibility and demonstrate academic achievement. For February, DMS recognizes Liss Sharkey, Thomas Neil and Jenna Sutliff.

Liss Sharkey, an eighth grader, was nominated

by Mrs. Hancock. She works hard at everything she does, whether it is helping others, sports or academics. Liss Marie gives 100 percent. She is especially helpful to our new students and makes them feel welcome. “She makes me smile every-

day!”

This month’s seventh grade student is Thomas Neil selected by Ms. Couch. One of Thomas’ greatest traits is his enthusiasm for learning. Thomas’ curiosity for delving into new things and exploration makes it a joy to have him in class.

He’s always respectful to others and shows responsible behavior when it comes to meeting expectations. Thomas is a valuable member of the student body.

Mrs. Salcedo submitted Jenna Sutliff as the sixth grade student for February. Jenna is a

very kind and compassionate young lady. Not only does she work to do her best on a daily basis, she helps others as needed. Additionally, she is very gracious toward her peers, always assuring that everybody feels welcomed and respected by her. Jenna is a very enthusiastic learner, always pushing herself to achieve at a higher level of learning. She is such a positive leader in her class and at Delta Middle School.

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February Students of the Month

Clare Margaret James of Delta was named to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Dean’s List/ Honor Roll for the fall semester of the 2012-13 academic year.

James is a junior nutrition science major in the College of Education and Human Sciences.

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February is Fall Prevention Month It’s time to review how to avoid falls February is a deep winter month, but spring is just around the corner.

“For those of us who take care of trauma patients, we would like to remind the citizens of Delta County about fall prevention month,” stated Dr. Jeff Johnson, general surgeon at Delta County Memorial Hospital. “Everyone falls, let’s

not kid ourselves. But whether you trip on your shoelace, fall off of the roof finally getting those Christmas lights down, or slip on a banana peel, falls are no laughing matter and can lead to serious injuries.”

Large studies of emergency room visits suggest at least one third of all ER patients are fall related. “Our youngest (less than 5) trauma patients and oldest members (65 and older) of society are at highest risk of being injured by falls. Children

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however, are less likely to require admission to the hospital through the Emergency Department,” commented Dr. Johnson.

Children generally are injured by falls at home followed by incidents in school. Specifically, baby walkers are being linked to the majority of injuries in younger children and playground/recreational equipment for older school-aged children.

Adult males are most likely to be injured by falls off ladders, scaffolds, etc. Stairs become more frequent mechanisms of fall injury after age 45.

Adult men are most commonly injured by falls before age 65, and for women after age 65. Most of these injuries are not fatal. However, after age 65 risk of injury or death from a fall increases dramatically — 34 percent at age 65, and 46 percent at age 85. In addition, falls are the most common cause of non-fatal injury in the elderly.

As with many types of emergency department visits, prevention is the most important aspect of avoiding injury. “Keep high-risk toys out of reach and try to avoid letting very small children play without supervision,” Dr. Johnson recommended. “Adults need to avoid high-risk situations and always do their best to keep themselves safe when performing such unavoidable tasks like cleaning the gutters,” he stated. “Get your vision

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15-year employee Bobbie Sandoval was recently recognized for 15 years of employment at Delta County Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Jeff Johnson checked regularly, and be sure to tell your doctor about any dizzy spells, feeling light headed or faint. Medication changes are common causes of these symptoms.”

“Just a few simple changes can really help minimize one of the most common reasons to visit the Delta County Memorial Emergency Department,” Dr. Johnson added.

Here is a great list of simple things we can all

do around the house to minimize fall risks: • Remove throw rugs • Secure carpet edges • Remove furniture in cluttered rooms • Remove decorative objects and plants from the floor • Remove cords, wires and hoses from walkways • Check lighting for adequate illumination • Secure carpet or treads on stairs • Install handrails on staircases • Eliminate chairs that are low and hard to get into or out of • Avoid using floor wax • Ensure that the telephone can be reached from the floor • Install grab bars in bath tubs or showers (eliminate step-in bathtubs if possible) • Use rubber mats in the shower • Hang up floor mats when the shower is not

in use • Use a raised toilet seat • Repair cracked sidewalks and always remove snow and ice • Trim shrubs and plants along the pathway • Be sure doorways and walkways are adequately lit • Wear stable lace-up footwear with a non-skid sole • Wear a life alert device that will alert help in the case a fall occurs.

Dr. Jeffrey Johnson is a general surgeon and cochair of the Trauma Committee at Delta County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Johnson has been in Delta for over a year and a half following his surgical training in Kansas City. Caring for injured patients was a major component of his work in Kansas City and he continues to be dedicated to this aspect of his surgical practice.

Cervical cancer can be prevented with screening In honor of cervical cancer month during January, Dr. Patrick Pevoto, board certified obstetrics and gynecological physician at Delta County Memorial Hospital’s Premier Women’s Healthcare of Delta offered these facts and figures about cervical cancer.

Each year in the United States approximately 12,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, which is a disease now recognized and aggressively treated with the use of screening tests and vaccinations for women who have access to care.

In the U.S. more than 4,000 women die each year from cervical cancer. In developing nations around the world, however, 80 percent of women with cervical cancer end up dying. “This is a sad occurrence since cervical cancer is totally preventable with proper screening,” commented Patrick Pevoto, MD, MBA. Cervical cancer is the first cancer to be linked to infection from a virus.

The virus responsible for this cancer is called the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is transmitted from person to person via skin contact (not contact with body fluids), and can be spread even if vaginal intercourse is avoided and/or latex condoms are used.

According to Dr. Pevoto, the HPV virus can be contracted from one sexual partner, remain dormant, and then later be unknowingly transmitted to another sexual partner, including a spouse. One high-risk HPV type (type 16) has been linked to cancers of the head and neck.

“The majority of women with an HPV infection will not develop cervical cancer, but routine Pap tests are important,” Dr. Pevoto stated.

In younger women HPV has a good chance of clearing the body on its own, usually over six years, without any specific treatment other than regular and vigilant visits to their women’s health physician for Pap smears. “For women over the age of 30 the virus may not clear; it is therefore imperative that women of all ages continue to be screened with Pap smears on a regular basis,” said Dr. Pevoto.

An exciting breakthrough has taken place with the advent of a cervical cancer vaccine.

It may be administered to females between the ages of nine and 26, and only requires three doses to become effective.

Although this vaccine has been available for over 10 years, sadly only 35 percent of eligible women

Dr. Patrick Pevoto have chosen to take the three doses of vaccine as a preventative to cervical cancer, according to the OB/GYN physician.

Pap smears have become more reliable and accurate with the use of liquid-based preparations available since 1996, and now are almost universally available across the U.S. “Ladies, now is the time to make that annual women’s health checkup and to get a Pap smear,” said Dr. Pevoto.

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Thyroid disease is more common among women The thyroid gland is a very important gland in the body. Disease of this gland can affect nearly every organ of your body and can harm your health.

Thyroid disease (not cancer) is more common in women than in men, as much as 8-10 times more frequent. Thyroid disease often runs in families. Treatment of these abnormalities is safe and simple. Thyroid cancer is

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one of the fastest growing cancers in America and one of the most curable, according to Delta County Memorial Hospital’s Dr. Joyce McKenney, gynecologist with Premier Women’s Healthcare of Delta.

The thyroid gland is located at the base of the neck and is shaped like a butterfly with two sides. It lies in front of the trachea (windpipe) and makes, stores and releases two hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyroxine (T3) which control the rate at which every part of your body works. Production of these two hormones is controlled by a pituitary hormone known as thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).

“Measurement of blood levels of TSH is often the manner to diagnose thyroid abnormalities,” said Dr. McKenney.

Hypothyroidism is a condition when the gland is not producing enough of the hormones to maintain normal body metabolism. Symptoms include fatigue, drowsiness, weight gain, constipation, dry, itchy skin, sore muscles and forgetfulness. Women with hypothyroid disease may also experience more frequent miscarriages and heavy and/or irregular men-

strual flow. Hypothyroid disease is diagnosed with an elevated TSH level and low T4 level. Treatment includes supplementation with thyroid medication.

“Because of the variability of absorption of medication, frequent blood measurements of hormones and adjustments of medication are necessary,“ stated Dr. McKenney.

Overactive thyroid abnormalities, or hyperthyroidism occurs when the gland is making too much of the thyroid hormones. This causes the metabolism to speed up.

A person suffering from hyperthyroidism often experiences fatigue, weight loss, rapid heartbeat, nervousness and tremors to name a few.

When the abnormality has been present for a while, the individual may develop protruding, bulging eyes.

Hyperthyroidism can initially be treated with medication. If that treatment is not effective, high-dose radiation of the thyroid is used. This often destroys the gland and the individual then needs thyroid supplementation to maintain their metabolism.

Thyroid disease is present in both men and

women, though more commonly in women. If an individual experiences any of the symptoms of either hypo- or hyper-thyroid disease, testing should be obtained. “Premier Women’s Healthcare of Delta is able to assist with the required blood tests and screenings to accurately diagnose thyroid disease for women patients,” Dr. McKenney said.

“Thyroid abnormalities, once diagnosed, often are easily managed and treated,” she added.

Physicians at Delta County Memorial Hospital’s Premier Women’s

Healthcare of Delta include Joyce McKenney, MD, MPH, board certified GYN; Andrea Keller, DO, OB/GYN, and Patrick Pevoto, MD, MBA board certified OB-GYN.

Women with cancer meet for lunch, support The Delta County Breast and Women’s Cancer Support Group meets the last Friday of every month in the Grand Mesa Cancer Infusion & Education Center, just north of Delta County Memorial Hospital. The brown bag lunch begins at 12 noon. The next meeting is Feb. 22.

Women with any type of cancer are invited to join this support group of women supporting women. For more information or a ride, call 872-3309 or 778-8146 by Thursday evening.

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Estimates show that one in three adult Coloradans have pre-diabetes, meaning their blood sugar levels are high, but not high enough to diagnose type 2 diabetes.

Without lifestyle changes to improve their health, those with pre-diabetes are likely to develop type 2 diabetes within six years. As those who have type 2 diabetes know, it requires constant monitoring of blood sugar levels and carries the risk for more serious and costly health problems, such as loss of vision, lower limb amputations and kidney disease.

Coloradans who are overweight and physically inactive with a family history of diabetes are at greater risk for

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The Diabetes Prevention Program has been proven to help people with pre-diabetes lower their blood sugar levels and prevent type 2 diabetes. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has partnered with the YMCA of Metropolitan

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Local chapters ‘Grow’ during National FFA Week The week of George Washington’s birthday was designated as National FFA Week in 1947 at a national FFA board of directors’ meeting. This year’s celebration runs from Feb. 16-23.

The 2013 theme, “Grow,” celebrates more than 80 years of FFA traditions while eagerly anticipating the organization’s

future. More than 550,000 members nationwide will participate in National FFA Week activities at local, state and national levels. These members come from rural, suburban and urban environments and are interested in the diversity of careers within agriculture.

FFA members are the innovators and leaders of

tomorrow. Through agricultural education and hands-on learning, they are preparing for more than 300 career opportunities in the food, fiber and natural resources industry.

National FFA Week is sponsored by Tractor Supply Company as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.

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Delta FFA members leave their legacy

BY ASPEN SPIKER Delta FFA Reporter

For the 83rd time now, the Delta FFA Chapter is celebrating the National FFA Week! On July 18, 2012, the Delta FFA officers began to prepare for the 2012-2013 school year. They brought this theme to their chapter:

“Leave Your Legacy.”

This fall, FFA members Derrek Johnson, Kimber Purdum, Aspen Spiker, Hadassa Graham and Paige Bowling left their legacies at the district speaking competition in Hotchkiss. All of these members received high placing awards. Some

more competitions to look forward to are the CDE (Career Development Event) teams.

These teams include ag mechanics, floriculture, meats evaluation, horse judging, land judging and livestock judging.

Eight members from the chapter were selected

to attend the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. During this time, these members were able to tour the National FFA Building, the Fair Oaks Dairy Farm, the ag science building at Dow Agrosciences and enter the Indianapolis Colts stadium to watch The

3. The goal is to sell 400 or more tickets to these events.

The chapter is also planning on putting on its 83rd Delta FFA banquet on May 8. During this time, officers Callie Gafford, Paige Bowling, Shane Anderson, Kelsie Hartman, Aspen Spiker, Hadassa Graham and Cordell Stroud will be appointing new officers and awards will be presented to our hard-working members. We invite you all to join us when we hold these activities.

We also would like to thank Modern Appliance for sponsoring the Delta FFA Chapter. If there are any questions regarding the upcoming events you may contact the advisor Will Nelson at wnelson@deltaschools. com.

Band Perry and Brantley Gilbert perform. After the FFA members who were selected to go to National Western Stock Show had returned from their trip of touring a lamb packing plant, Bass Pro Shops and experiencing the rodeo, the chapter planned out events for the spring. These events include FFA Week.

During National FFA Week, Delta FFA members are to visit the middle school, clean up the town’s parks, and hold the ag olympics, as well as the greenhand initiation. They will cook and serve a teacher appreciation breakfast and present a coloring contest for the elementary schools. The chapter is going to host its Rocky Mountain oyster fry and hired hand auction April

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Hotchkiss FFA has had a successful year

BY KALEB BAYLES Hotchkiss FFA Reporter

In October of 2012, four FFA officers went to the FFA’s National Convention in Indianapolis: Kaden Milstein, Tyler Simpson, Brendon Beck and Kaleb Bayles.

The chapter had a lot of fun tours, such as: the Kroger Bakery and Dairy, where they make ice cream and bottle milk.

During National Convention, Tyler Dutton, a former Hotchkiss student, received his American FFA degree, which is the highest degree awarded in FFA. American degrees are presented to students who have shown enormous dedication to FFA, independent agricultural projects, community service and personal growth.

Hotchkiss FFA members hosted a Halloween party for North Fork area kids, where we had games and prizes for them.

Several freshmen and sophomores attended Made for Excellence (MFE), an FFA leadership conference in Denver. MFE is a conference

reserved only for freshmen and sophomores in high school. At the conference students learned about leadership skills and developing outstanding qualities.

In November, the FFA chapter held its first annual Harvest Dinner. A dinner of locally raised veggies and meat was provided for all that bought a ticket, and the diners also had the option to participate in an auction. Items that were auctioned off were donated by local businesses. The dinner was a huge success; over 260 people attended and the FFA chapter raised a lot of money. Thanks for the support!

In December, the John Deere tractor dealership in Montrose had a tractor open house that Hotchkiss FFA and many other local chapters helped with. Hotchkiss FFA also hosted the district speaking competitions, where freshmen from many other chapters came to participate in creed speaking. There were also competitions on prepared public and

extemporaneous speaking.

This January, agricultural mechanic students competed in the district Junkyard Wars in Fruita.

The object of the junkyard wars competition was to build a fruit catapult out of a pile of scrap metal, which was provided by the Fruita FFA chapter. The Hotchkiss chapter won first place with a very impressive orange launcher.

Also in January, 10 FFA students attended the National Western Stock Show in Denver.

Freshmen Kayla Milstein was one of a select few students in Colorado chosen to receive a grant for

purchasing a bull. While of student(s) to work for to support the Hotchkiss in Denver, the chapter you for an eight-hour day. FFA. We greatly appreciwatched a rodeo, draft Please come and continue ate all your support. horse showing and a dog agility show while at the Stock Show itself. The chapter visited many fun places, such as the Celestial Seasonings tea factory, which is in Boulder, and ate a lovely meal at the Cheesecake Factory.

On March 8, the Hotchkiss FFA alumni association will be hosting their annual bull fry and chicken tender dinner. The dinner will be at Hotchkiss High School starting at 6 p.m.

Also at the dinner will be the annual workday auction, where you can bid on a single (or pair)

Haystacking competition among FFA activities This week is FFA Week at Hotchkiss High School.

Mackenzie Katzdorn, Becca Pachl and Carlynn Toothaker, all sophomores and second year FFA members, reported on the week of fun activities at the school.

On Tuesday, the FFA sponsored a scavenger hunt of agriculture related items. Students took photos of the found items with their cell phones.

Wednesday morning, FFA officers will cook a Teacher Appreciation Pancake Breakfast. That afternoon, FFA members

will compete in a timed hay stacking event.

Thursday, will be the FFA pie eating contest.

Friday will be the school’s Junkyard Wars.

Teams will build a new item from junk metal and other items. This is a timed event.

The Cedaredge FFA Photo submitted chapter is hosting a dance Brendon Beck, Kaden Milstein, Tyler Simpson, for all FFA members Fri- Kaleb Bayles and advisor Freya Bass are pictured at day night. the National FFA Convention.

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Pictured at Junkyard Wars in Fruita are (back row) Amanda Bergem, Colton Senior FFA students visit the Thistle Whistle Farm. Pictured are (back row) Spencer, Wyatt Penland, Cullen Miller, Luke Smith and Alex Hulteen; (front Wyatt Penland, Alexandra Yates, Mariah Adams, Amanda Bergem and Colerow) Cody Gallob, Kaden Milstein, Kaleb Bayles and Tell Gore. man Kimbell; (front row) Mark Waltermire, Bree Vernon and Travis Leger.

Cedaredge FFA plans a full week of events

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Cedaredge High School chapter of Future Farmers of America has scheduled a busy agenda of educational and promotional activities in observance of National FFA Week, Feb. 17-23.

On Sunday, Feb. 17, the chapter participated in its first ever Family Day event. All members and their families are invited to join together at the New Hope Church on surface Creek Road at 10 a.m. for services.

Afterward there was an open house and cookout in the FFA shop at the school. The open house was a potluck with families asked to provide a side dish or dessert.

On Monday, the FFA members conducted another cookout at the school, and this one was for the entire student body, staff and administration.

On Tuesday, chapter members visited Cedaredge Elementary School for educational activities with students

there as part of Ag in the Classroom Day. Wednesday will be a Teacher Appreciation Day for the FFA Chapter. Teachers are offered a breakfast and an appreciation gift, and then another cookout is on tap, this one at the Middle School.

Thursday will be for expressing FFA pride, and chapter members are being asked to observe the official FFA dress code all day by wearing their complete official uniform outfits:

slacks, shirts, and jackets. Thursday is also the member service auction fund raiser and popular oyster fry. The FFA’ers will auction themselves off for eight hours of service as a chapter fundraising event (other options to participation in the auction program are being made available to parents interested in them). Chapter members are also selling tickets for the oyster fry.

On Friday, the Cedaredge chapter

members will host a district FFA dance from 610 p.m.

A fitting grand finalé for the week’s events will take place on Saturday as chapter members gather at the Cedaredge Rod and Gun Club range west of Cedaredge for some fun and spirit building friendly competition in the chapter trap shoot.

The CES Chapter officers are Rachael Latta, president; Austin

Bower, vice president; Tory Day, secretary; Christina Fritchman, treasurer; Sam Worley, reporter; Alejandro Alejandre, sentinel; Alyssa Weeks, executive committee; Atlantis Campbell, junior vice; Kendra Pappen, junior secretary; Ryan Latta, junior reporter; and Ryan Bowen, junior executive committee.

The Cedaredge FFA faculty advisor is Katie Johnson.

The FFA Creed I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds — achievements won by the present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years.

I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny.

I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil.

I believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to help make it so--for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

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The Cedaredge Future Farmers of America chapter plans a full week of projects and activities for its 60 members in observance of National FFA Week, Feb. 17-23. Chapter officers are Rachael Latta, president; Austin Bower, vice president; Tory Day, secretary; Christina Fritchman, treasurer; Sam Worley, reporter; Alejandro Alejandre, sentinel; Alyssa Weeks, executive committee; Atlantis Campbell, junior vice; Kendra Pappen, junior secretary; Ryan Latta, junior reporter; and Ryan Bowen, junior executive committee. The Cedaredge FFA faculty advisor, front left, is Katie Johnson.

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

The creed was written by E. M. Tiffany, and adopted at the 3rd National Convention of the FFA. It was revised at the 38th Convention and the 63rd Convention.

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Amy Griffin Amy Griffin died Feb. 13, 2013, at her home in Austin. She was 102.

Funeral services were held Feb. 16 at Calvary Baptist Church with Brad Kolman officiating.

Interment followed at Mesa View Cemetery.

Amy Ruth Stucker was born Aug. 18, 1910, near Paonia to Albert and Martha (Clark) Stucker on Stucker Mesa, which was named after her family. She spent her childhood on Stucker Mesa and attended school in Paonia.

She married Riley Griffin on May 9, 1931.

The marriage ended in divorce in 1966.

Mrs. Griffin moved to Delta in 1982 after having lived in California for 20 years. She moved to Austin five years ago.

She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Delta for over 35 years where she sang in the church choir. She volunteered at the Delta Senior Center and was involved with Meals on Wheels.

She enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family.

Mrs. Griffin is survived by nine children, Dorothy Kuretich and Dave Griffin, both of Paonia, Steve Griffin of Clifton, Irven Griffin and wife Sha-

ron of Meeker, Barbara Noetzelmann, Arvilla McIlhenny and husband Walter, Frank Griffin and wife Alicia and LolaSue “Lola” Chism and husband Dave, all of Austin, and William Griffin and wife Lynette of Argyle, Texas; one sister, Mary “Sena” Knornschild of Watsonville, Calif.; and 189 grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and greatgreat-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Buss; two sisters; three brothers; two granddaughters, Rose Estes and Kandace Hull; two grandsons, Clifford Griffin and Willard Kuretich; and a great-granddaughter, Autumn Caudle.

Arrangements were handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

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Rosetta Stoffel Montrose resident Rosetta Elizabeth Stoffel died Feb. 14, 2013, at Montrose Memorial Hospital. She was 66.

She was born Oct. 9, 1946, to William and Alice (Reeder) Stoffel in Flagler. She lived in Cedaredge, Grand Junction, Olathe and Montrose.

Ms. Stoffel attended Cedaredge Baptist Church as a youth. She enjoyed putting puzzles together and playing Yahtzee with her family.

She is survived by her brother, William Stoffel of Cedaredge; two nieces, Rhonda and Patty; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and numerous friends at the group home where

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She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside services will be held at Cedaredge Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21, with Pastor Abbott of First Baptist Church in Cedaredge officiating.

Arrangements are being handled by Crippin Funeral Home and Crematory in Montrose.

Marjorie Smith Marjorie Pauline Smith died Feb. 2, 2013, at the age of 90.

She was born in Delta Oct. 16, 1922, to Paul and Ethel Williams.

After graduating from Delta High School in 1940 she attended Colorado Women’s College in Denver.

In 1941 she married Edgar Prine, an Army Air Corps officer. Their 11-year marriage ended in divorce. She married William Machado of San Luis Obispo, Calif., in 1953. The three-year marriage ended in divorce. In 1962 she married Farrall Smith of Bonita, Calif.

Mr. Smith died in 2011 at the age of 99. They were married nearly 50 years.

Mrs. Smith was a homemaker. She also studied music and played the violin well into her

Retha (Downs) Clubb April 1, 1926 ~ Feb. 18, 2013 Retha A. (Downs) Clubb of Montrose was taken to be with her Lord Jesus on Monday, Feb. 18, 2013, after several years of illness.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years Hartland, and two sons Hartland Jr. and Jim as well as her daughter-inlaw Michelle, grandson Aaron and granddaughter Alisha. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Maurice Downs and Raymond Downs as well as her parents N.B. Downs and Wilhelmina (Kessler) Downs.

Retha was born on April 1, 1926, in Fredericktown, Mo. She attended Fredericktown public schools and what is now Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Mo., ultimately obtaining her degree in music and art from the University of Missouri in Columbia.

She also attended graduate school at the University of Colorado, which was her first exposure to Colorado. She taught at grade schools in Mellville, Webster Groves, and Risco, Mo., until

she became a full time homemaker. She married Hartland Clubb on Nov. 18, 1952, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fredericktown, Mo. When living in Fredericktown, Mo., Farmington, Mo., Fallbrook, Calif., and in Colorado she was a member of the local LCMS Lutheran churches. As a response to the love and salvation from God by Jesus, she enjoyed serving as the full time organist, playing the organ when needed, and teaching Sunday school. After her sons were grown she worked in the local Clubb’s stores with her husband Hartland in Delta and in Montrose

senior years.

She is survived by her brother, Roger Dodd and wife Wanda of Delta; son Paul Prine and wife Grace of Cerritos, Calif.; daughters Julie (Machado) DiNobile and husband James of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Dori (Machado) Cerutti and husband Anthony of El Cajon, Calif.; stepson Farrall Smith and wife Erlinda of Los Angeles, Calif.; and stepdaughter Kathleen (Smith) Scharlar and husband Richard of Cardwell, Mont.; 15 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

An inurnment service was held Feb. 8 at Glen Abbey Memorial Park in Bonita, Calif.

and ran their store in Montrose for several years. She always enjoyed creative activities including music, art, sewing, and flower arranging and both her family and those who shopped in the stores enjoyed her sharing her talents.

While always missing her native Missouri she loved the mountains of Colorado.

The funeral will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1000 Pioneer Rd., Delta, CO 81416.

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Clubb’s Variety, Furniture and Frameshop, and Clubb’s Fabrics will be closed at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, for observance of the funeral and will reopen Sunday as usual at 12 noon.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church, 600 N. 2nd Street, Montrose, CO 81401.

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She married Weston Ritchie Aug. 4, 2002, in Grand Junction.

Mrs. Ritchie enjoyed fishing, swimming, camping, wrestling (as a spectator), attending area festivals, wrestling tournaments and Hanson concerts. She was a member of Grand Junction Roller Girls and a coach for the Li’l Mavs wrestling team.

She is survived by her parents; her husband; her children, Jorden, Jayden and Lily; siblings, Candido “Buddy,” Derek and Tiana; nieces and nephews, Isaiah, Malina, Jaxon and Aaliyah; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Alfred and Virginia Paiz and Tony and Genevive Garcia.

Services were held in Grand Junction on Feb. 16.

Erma Jean of Hotchkiss; several nieces, nephews and many close friends.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Gifford Allen; a son, Daniel “Danny” Allen; and a sonin-law, Art Beavers.

Memorial contributions may be made to Horizons Care Center Activities Fund, 11411 Highway 65, Eckert, CO 81418.

Arrangements are being handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

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C.W. McCart Alfred Fredlund Alfred C. Fredlund died Feb. 11, 2013, at his home in Delta at the age of 74.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 9, at Calvary Baptist Church in Delta with Rev. Randy Unruh presiding.

Alfred Charles Fredlund was born July 24, 1938, in San Francisco, Calif., to Elmer and Mable (Leslie) Fredlund.

He spent his childhood in San Francisco, Brisbane and Lower Lake, Calif., and Dillon, Mont. He graduated from Sacramento High School. After graduation he joined the U.S. Navy where he furthered his education.

He married Marjorie Samson Aug. 1, 1959, in Elkton, Md. They moved to Delta in 1988.

Mr. Fredlund was a licensed nuclear reactor operator. He worked on the Mars Probe Project and was one of a few men who operated fission and fusion reactors.

He trained Japan’s head nuclear regulation commission while at Saxton Nuclear Generating Station and retired from Becthal Corporation as an electrical startup engineer.

Mr. Fredlund enjoyed the holidays, especially Thanksgiving, hunting, fishing and sports, especially when his grandson Darrin played.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Fredlund of Delta; a son, Scott Fredlund and wife Jeanette of Delta; daughters, Catherine Fredlund of Delta and Christine Fredlund of Wetumpka, Ala.; brother, Jon Fredlund and wife Marjorie of Winter Park, Fla.; sister, Diana Fredlund of Sun City, Ariz.; and two grandsons, Darrin and Tyler Fredlund.

Arrangements are being handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

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Roswell Allen Lifetime Delta County resident Roswell “Dean” Allen died Feb. 13, 2013, at Horizons Care Center in Eckert. He was 93.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Roswell Dean Allen was born to Ross and Beulah (Baker) Allen May 16, 1919, in Hotchkiss.

He spent his childhood and attended school in Hotchkiss.

On March 3, 1940, he eloped with Carrie Ann Patterson to Moab, Utah, where they married. The couple lived in Hotchkiss for many years before retiring to Eckert in 2003. They would have celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary this year. She survives.

Mr. Allen, a retired sheep rancher, enjoyed spending time outdoors, going on hunting trips and spending time on his ranch. In addition to ranching, Mr Allen and his two brothers, Paul and Gifford, owned Blue Ribbon Coal Company near Bowie and Allen Tool Company which marketed a tool that he invented. During the uranium era the three brothers pursued ventures in Utah.

Mr. Allen is survived by his wife, Carrie Ann Allen of Eckert; one daughter, Helen Beavers of Eckert; and one brother, Paul Allen and wife

C.W. “Mac” McCart died Feb. 13, 2013, in Grand Junction at the age of 97.

He was born May 21, 1915.

While living in Delta he worked for Fiegel Trading Post, then became a partner at R.W. Stephens Produce before becoming a regional barley manager for Coors.

Mr. McCart served on the Delta City Council and was a mayor of Delta.

After retiring he moved to Grand Junction.

He is survived by two daughters, Barbara Lowe and husband Bill, and Catherine Nasalroad and husband Jim; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Charline.

A celebration of life service was held Feb. 16 at Larchwood Inn. Graveside services were held Feb. 19 at Orchard Mesa Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 N 12th Street, Unit B, Grand Junction, CO 81506.

Robert Crim Longtime Delta resident Robert “Bob” L. Crim died Feb. 17, 2013, at Horizons Care Center.

Hardin Hospice assisted with his care. He was 88.

Graveside memorial services will be held June 4. The time is to be determined.

Arrangements are being handled by Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

Randy Llewellyn Feb. 20, 1959 ~ Feb. 10, 2013 Randy Llewellyn passed away Feb. 20, 2013, at the age of 53.

He was born in Pennsylvania and lived in Daytona Beach, Fla., before moving to Delta County in 2012.

He was a very kind and generous person who always did for others. You will be missed and always be in our thoughts and prayers.

May you rest in peace.

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ACTIVITIES

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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Community Calendar Symphony features young members Wednesday, February 20

GRAND OPENING OF DMEA’S PAYMENT KIOSK, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hotchkiss Chamber’s Visitor Center, adjacent to Hotchkiss Inn Motel, Hotchkiss. Music, kids’ games, hot dogs, soft drinks and prizes including a flat screen TV. ART EXPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP, Wednesdays, 3–5 p.m., The Recovery Center, 107 W. 11th Street, Delta. Enjoy benefits of creative expression. Open and free to the public. Bring own materials and projects. For more information, call Gwen Anderson, 970-694-2125.

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.

Valley Symphony Association will feature several of its younger orchestra members as soloists on challenging and beautiful pieces in a concert entitled “Salute to Youth!”

Thursday, February 21

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

Program begins at 12:30 p.m.: Neal Schwieterman reports on the state of the town of Paonia. Public welcome.

BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL BOARD MEETING, 5:45 p.m. policy review, 7 p.m. regular meeting, Hotchkiss K-8 School, 465 Lorah Lane.

SENIOR PARTNER ONLY WORKSHOP, “Bridges Out of Poverty,” 6-8 p.m., Delta Montrose Technical College, Enterprise Room, 1765 Highway 50, Delta. Open to the public. Carter Bair, of Hilltop, guest speaker, helps people learn to better understand their families and the lives of the mentees. Dinner served.

Sponsored by Partners of Delta, Montrose, and Ouray counties. For more information, call Betsy Shepherd, 874-4661 or betsyshe@partners-west.org.

TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) #CO 0331 OPEN HOUSE, 9 a.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 1290 A Street, (corner of 13th and A), Garnet Mesa, Delta. Guest speaker: Kathy Rodeback, acupuncture specialist, tells how to better lives with sensible eating and taking care of our bodies. For more information, call 339-7388, 874-5403 or 874-8516.

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

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

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, 6:50 p.m., American Legion of Paonia.

Come early for hamburgers and hot dogs. This week progressive is 54 numbers for $268, blue is 51 numbers and orange is 59 numbers for $250. For more information, call 527-6252.

PAONIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S BUSINESS AFTER HOURS, 5-7 p.m., Bross Hotel Bed and Breakfast, 312 Onarga Avenue, Paonia.

Friday, February 22

BREAST AND WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, 12 noon, brown bag lunch, Grand Mesa Cancer Infusion & Education Center, Delta County Memorial Hospital. For more information or a ride, call Dorthy, 872-3309 or Marie, 778-8146

by Thursday evening.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT CHILI FUNDRAISER, for Epsilon Zeta, Delta chapter of ESA Sorority, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Westminster Hall, Presbyterian Church. Many varieties of chili, including vegetarian chili, served with hot cornbread, choice of beverage and pie for dessert. $8 for adults; $4 for children 10 and under.

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. Tonight features Jody Brown and Friends, Big Daddy and the Runaways, and The Gypsy Jazz Social Club. Seating limited. Bring a snack to share if you want. For information, call Len Willey, 874-8879.

MOMS ‘N SONS DANCE, (“Space...to Infinity & Beyond”) 5:308:30 p.m., Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta.

PIONEER SOCIAL, featuring “The Gray Families of the Uncompahgre Valley,” United Methodist Church, 19 South Park, Montrose. Hosted by Montrose County Historical Society. Special tour of the historical United Methodist Church, 1:00 p.m. Social and special program, 2:00 p.m. Donations taken at the door; everyone invited. Period attire encouraged. For more information, call Sally, 249-2085.

Sunday, February 24

HOTCHKISS-CRAWFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING, 2 p.m., Hotchkiss Memorial Hall. Program: the people, places and events on Black Mesa presented by Tom McLeod and Larry Knott. Public invited. For more information, call 872-3922.

Kate Roth

Concert highlights include Cello Concerto in B b Major Movement I by Luigi Boccherini with Jacob Helleckson as cello soloist, and Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major Movement I featuring violin soloist Kate Roth. Her sister, Josie Roth, will be flute soloist performing Concerto in D Major for Flute K. 314 - Movement I, also by Mozart. Avery Butcher, clarinet soloist, will perform Concertino for Clarinet and Orchestra by Carl Maria von Weber.

Jacob Helleckson

Josie Roth

Learn about the expanding universe “Dark Energy and Expansion of the Universe” is the discussion topic at the Black Canyon Astronomical Society (BCAS) meeting Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. at the Partners building, 511 E. 10th Street in Delta. The meeting is free and open to the public.

The BCAS stimulates

public interest and knowledge of astronomy in the local area. Monthly meetings alternate between Delta and Montrose. The organization also holds sky viewing events that are open to the public.

For more information, visit BlackCanyonAstronomy.com or phone 856-7716.

Beef Roast tickets are available now For over half a century the Delta County 4H Program has served a delicious roast beef dinner to help support its programing. This year’s event is Sunday, March 3, from noon to 3 p.m. at either Delta Middle School in Delta or Hotchkiss High School in Hotchkiss. Carry out is also available.

Tickets are $8 for adults (12 and up) and $4 for children.

Tickets are available at the door the day of the dinner, in advance from local 4-H members, or in advance at the Delta County Extension office located at 525 Dodge Street in Delta. All proceeds benefit local youth who are involved in the 4-H program in Delta County.

For more information about the dinner, call the CSU Extension office at 970-874-2195.

In addition, other great works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Gustav Mahler, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Gustav Holst will be performed.

Concerts will be held Saturday, Feb. 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the Delta Performing Arts Center and Sunday, Feb. 24, at 3 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion auditorium.

Tickets at the door will be $20 for adults (18 and over) and $5 for students 17 and under. However, discounted advance tickets may be purchased online at www.valley symphony.net, at Clubbs in downtown Delta or at Homer L. Sims Agency, DeVinny Jewelers and Howard Davidson Insurance Agency in Montrose.

Tickets are also available for purchase at the Mon-

trose Pavilion office with a credit card either in person or by telephone, 249-7015.

For concert information, e-mail info@valley symphony.net or call 970209-2295. For complete concert schedule information for the 2012-13 season, visit www.valley symphony.net.

Avery Butcher

Music, humor collide March 5 Audience favorite Rich Ridenour, a pianist, teams up with comedian/violinist Steve Brook to present a show that is a little bit of Jack Benny, Fritz Kreisler, Victor Borge and Abbott and Costello. The duo will perform great classics interspersed with comedic effects inspired by their own imaginations.

“Classical Gas” will be presented at the Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education Tuesday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m.

The Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association presents this fun show as the fourth in its concert season.

Ridenour is a Michigan native who has a long career as a piano instructor in several midwestern colleges including Calvin College and Western Michigan University. His most recent midwestern concert tour, “Trumpet Invasion” was a highly successful collaboration with his son on trumpet.

Brook is also a native of Michigan. He has taught at Calvin College and Cornerstone University and is currently leading the orchestra program in the Jenison pub-

lic schools.

Non-members may purchase tickets at the door at a cost of $20 for adults and $5 for students. For more information, 835-4480, 874-7970 or 249-9154, or visit www. deltamontroseconcerts. com.

Kids can enjoy free cross-country ski event The 11th annual Barnelopet cross-country ski day for kids will be held on Saturday, March 2, at Skyway on Grand Mesa.

This free day for kids ages 3-16 begins with registration from 10 to 11, free lessons at 11 and a fun race at noon with distance based on ability. Kids must bring their own personal or rental ski equipment since none will be available on site.

For more information, call 434-9753, 249-1869 or go to www.gmnc.org.

This event is brought to you by the Sons of Norway and the Grand Mesa Nordic Council.

Monday, February 25

KIDS’ PASTA PROJECT BENEFIT DINNER for Sow Food Book Club, 6 p.m., Scenic Mesa Ranch. For reservations email kppreservations@gmail.com or call Lenore, 985-9220.

Tuesday, February 26

BLACK CANYON ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY (BCAS) MEETING, 7 p.m., Partners Building, 511 E. 10th St. Delta. Topic: “Dark Energy and Expansion of the Universe.” Free. Public welcome.

For more information, visit BlackCanyonAstronomy.com or call 856-7716.

MENDING HEARTS: Support group in Delta for adults who have experienced the death of a loved one; free service of Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado. Meets every Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., Hospice office, 195 Stafford Lane, Delta. Call (970) 874-6823 for more information.

Wednesday, February 27

HOTCHKISS K-8 ROOTIN’ TOOTIN’ READING NIGHT, 6-8 p.m., Hotchkiss Library.

Thursday, February 28

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

Program begins at 12:30 p.m.: Bob McHugh talks about greenhouses. Public welcome.

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Friday, March 1

Dinner show planned

Saturday, March 2

The Valley Youth Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Debra TenNapel, will host a dinner concert Saturday, March 16, at Delta High School. Music will feature pieces from around the world played by the youth members (ages 6 to 17) of the orchestra. The doors open at 4:30 for the silent auction, the dinner begins at 5:30 and the concert starts at 7 p.m. Information and tickets are available at www.valleysymphony.net/vyo or by calling 252-0552.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER, 10 a.m., Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2nd and Center, Cedaredge. Sponsored by Christian Women of Surface Creek. Lunch and fellowship follow. For more information, call Bev Gardner, 856-6780.

TEXAS HOLD ‘EM CHARITY POKER TOURNAMENT, registration 3 p.m., play from 4-8 p.m., Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta.

Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Delta. For more information, call Clay Speas, 874-0716.

DELTA HUBWHEELER SQUARE DANCE CLUB MEETS, 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Elementary School, 1050 Hastings Street, Delta. Mainstream. Plus tips and one round between tips. Club caller is Larry Schulz. Cuer is Maxine Springer. Prerounds/instructions at 6 p.m. For more information, call 858-2352 or 257-7281.

Irish potluck.

BARNELOPET CROSS COUNTRY SKI DAY FOR KIDS, Skyway, Grand Mesa. Free for kids ages 3-16. Registration 10-11 a.m., free lessons at 11 a.m., and a fun race at noon with distance based on ability. Kids bring own personal or rental ski equipment; none available on site. Info: call 434-9753, 249-1869 or go to www.gmnc.org. Sponsored by Sons of Norway and Grand Mesa Nordic Council.

Sunday, March 3

ROAST BEEF DINNER, 12 noon-3 p.m., Delta Middle School or Hotchkiss High School. Carry-out available. Tickets: $8 for adults (12 and up); $4 for children. Tickets at the door or in advance from local 4-H members or at Delta County Extension Office, 525 Dodge Street, Delta. For more information, call 874-2195.

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.

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. Sign up for the month or drop-in fee weekly.

• PICKLE BALL DROP IN - Drop-in times Mondays 8:00-10:00 a.m. or Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. May be inside or outside depending on weather or activities!

• YOUTH/ADULT GUITAR LESSONS: - Instructed by John McCoy on Saturdays, Mar. 2-30. Time is 10:30-11:30 a.m. Please register by Feb. 28.

• ALIVE AT 25 - Class for 15-24 year olds taught by Colorado State

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Patrol on Monday, March 18 from 4:30-9:00 p.m. Please register at www.aliveat25.us.

BABYSITTER’S TRAINING COURSE - 2-day class taught by Red Cross instructors. NEW DATE: April 16 and 17 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

7TH AND 8TH GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - Tournament held on the weekend of March 2 and 3 at BHRC. Please register before Feb. 24.

WAG YOUR FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT - 5-on-5 tournament 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. Registration extended to Feb. 26 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. Register by

March 30.

• MOMS AND SONS DANCE - Bring your little guy for an evening of dancing and fun on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

• PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS Register now for Personal Training Sessions at BHRC with one of our six certified trainers.

• AMATEUR CHESS TOURNAMENT - Held on Saturday, March 23 from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

• HANDGUN SAFETY - Saturday, March 16 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Includes class time and local range time.

• PRIVATE AND SEMI PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS - (5) 30 minute lessons scheduled with an instructor and variety of times are available. Great for all levels - youth or adults!

• SPRING NIGHT SWIM LESSONS - Session Starts March 4-April 3 on Mon./Wed. evenings 6:00-6:40 p.m. Registration going on until February 25.

• LAY RESPONDER CPR/FIRST AID/AED - Next class is offered on Saturday, March 16 from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Please register by March 8.

• NIGHT OF THE STARS - TALENT SHOW - Performance will be Saturday, April 20 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Pick up your guidelines/ info sheet when you register at

BHRC. A variety of Performance Categories and Age Categories.

• EASTER “EGG STRAVANGANZA” - Annual Easter event at BHRC on Saturday, March 30 held from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon. Great event for ages 2-10.

• SAVE THE DATE! 5K FUN RUN/ WALK - The annual Spring into Shape 5K is set for Saturday, April 13 around Confluence Park.

• BASIC ARCHERY - YOUTH CLASS AND ADULT CLASS - Ages (10-17) Youth Class Sundays April 7 and 14 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. 18 and older Adult Class Sundays April 21 and 28 from 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Remember the

MOM & SONS DANCE Saturday, Feb. 23 Starting at 5:30 p.m.

Register now or day of event.

BRING A DISH TO SHARE.

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

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LOCAL NEWS

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National water media show features local artists Rockies West National 2013 will be held March 1 to April 5 at The Art Center, 7th and Orchard in Grand Junction. The exhibition is the 21st annual water media show put on by Western Colorado Watercolor Society.

This year, 71 paintings have been selected from 71 different artists from 25 different states.

The public is invited to view the paintings during Art Center hours and is also welcome to the opening reception on Friday, March 1, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. There will be a gallery talk by juror Laurel Covington Vogl, a nationally known artist, and awards will be given out between 6:30 and 7 p.m.

While many states are represented, regional artists were also juried into

the show. They are from Grand Junction, Palisade, Glenwood Springs, Delta, Hotchkiss, Montrose, Durango, Mesa, Cedaredge, Whitewater, Rifle and Moab, Utah.

Western Colorado Watercolor Society is proud of these artists and pleased to present an outstanding national show.

The exhibition is made possible with a grant from Grand Junction Commission of Arts and Culture and with help from sponsors. U.S. Bank is sponsoring a $1,000 award for Best of Show. Best Colorado Artist will be awarded by Alpine Bank and Western Colorado Watercolor Society. Other sponsors include Edward Jones, Ranae Coffman, Delta, Delta Fine Arts, Montrose Visual Arts and Glenwood Artist

“Winter Delight”

by Virginia Blackstock, Hotchkiss

Guild. Quality Inn sponsors accommodations for the juror and workshop instructor.

The show also awards merchandise and service awards given by Frame Depot, Mattes & More, Cory, and from major art supply companies.

Local artists juried into this year’s exhibition are Cindy Brabec King, Palisade, Gayle Gerson, Susan Moyer, and Darcy Johnson from Grand Junction.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

In observance of February as National Crime Stoppers Month, an informational display with refreshments was set up in the lobby of the county courthouse.

Shown above are, from left, County Sheriff Fred McKee, and local Crime Stoppers board members Vern Frost, Ann Edwards and Sharon Grotrian.

Crime Stoppers success observed

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

For almost 30 years, a few dedicated people, your neighbors in Delta County, have been volunteering their time and efforts helping to make you and your family safer from crime.

These people are the volunteer members of the Delta County Area Crime Stoppers board. The time they devote to monthly work sessions and to other activities enables the Crime Stoppers coalition of law enforcement, media and the public to maintain its critical support for the work of police and sheriff departments — keeping people safe and solving cases, whether misdemeanor or criminal.

The volunteer members of the Delta County Area Crime Stoppers are Ann Edwards, Sharon Grotrian, who serves as board president, Vern Frost, Sandy VanDenBerg, Scot Buhrdorf and Stacee Curry. The local Crime Stoppers board members don’t work as amateur sleuths; they are committed volunteers who make the Crime Stoppers organization function

and who keep it viable.

Their service involves administering the program, giving input on media advisories, determining program payouts, and administrating other matters.

The Crime Stoppers annual banquet in the spring is a fun community event that also raises money for the program.

The satisfaction of serving one’s community is great, and the local Crime Stoppers board members are always interested in hearing from others interested in learning more about the difference that Crime Stoppers makes.

February is National Crime Stoppers Month, and in observance the Delta County Board of Commissioners has adopted a proclamation in observance of the event.

The BoCC’s proclamation notes the valuable service provided by the board members, and it states, “The Crime Stoppers organization provides a means for citizens to assist law enforcement by providing information while remaining anonymous.”

It is the local Crime Stoppers board’s job to keep Crime Stoppers

functioning in its law enforcement support role, and to provide a secure and safe means for members of the public to tell police and sheriff departments what they know about crimes or criminals.

Crime Stoppers also welcomes information about misdemeanor events that could threaten the public safety.

Delta County Sheriff Fred McKee serves as the local law enforcement liaison with the Crime Stoppers board and is an energetic supporter of the Crime Stoppers mission.

He explained that it was in the mid 1980s that the local cattlemen’s association provided seed money and some of the first volunteer board members in a fight against cattle rustling here. That effort has grown into the Delta County Area Crime Stoppers of today.

In any month there may be three to five calls from anonymous tipsters into the Crime Stoppers hot line – 874-8810 – and any call may lead to an award for information of up to $1,000.

The effectiveness and integrity of the Crime Stoppers program

depends on callers knowing their identity will remain anonymous, and it does. Phone calls to the 874-8810 are not traced and it is not legal to do so, explained board president Grotrian.

“When a call is received

by Crime Stoppers, it is logged in and the caller is provided with an individual code number. That number is used in any subsequent contacts and remains anonymous with no pressure to reveal their identity,” states a Crime Stoppers program brochure.

Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization and is funded entirely through donations from the public. Donations are tax deductible.

Contributions to the work of Crime Stoppers can be mailed to P.O. Box. 172, Delta CO 81416.

After almost 30 years, Delta County Area Crime Stoppers remains a functioning arm in the community’s fight against criminal activity. The program’s service mark is now famous: “We want your information, not your name.”

The number to call is 874-8810.

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Elk Creek miners return to work

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Miners at Oxbow Mining’s Elk Creek Mine were called back to work last week. According to Mike Ludlow, Oxbow Mining executive vice president, Elk Creek Mine is still not open for coal production, but the workers have been called in to do construction of the regular main line seals.

The Mine Safety and

Health Administration (MSHA) remains at the mine and could possibly allow mining production to resume later this week.

“After the seals are done, we have to submit a plan to resume mining activities. If everything meets with their approval, [MSHA] will make modifications and allow us to go back to producing coal,” Ludlow said.

PHS turns to community in sports facility design process

BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

Paonia High School, in partnership with the Town of Paonia, will spend about $100,000 to create plans for a multi-use sports facility.

The money includes a $75,000 Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) grant, and a matching grant from Bear Ranch.

School administrators, along with a committee of community members and other interested parties, envisions building football, baseball and track facilities, as well as interconnected pathways between school property and the town, in the near future.

The school has hired the Lafayette, CO.-based architectural firm, Design Concepts, to guide it through the design process, facilitate public meetings, and create constructionready plans for the facility. The planning process is expected to take about five months.

The school will host a series of community meetings and seek public input on what that facility might look like, said PHS principal, Randall Palmer.

The first meeting is expected to be held in early March.

Design Concepts was selected for its impressive resume, which includes numerous parks, trails and open space projects, and school sports facilities throughout the state.

PHS administrators, district representatives and committee members met last Wednesday with Design Concepts representatives to tour existing facilities and get a feel for the school’s vision and limitations.

A main goal in planning is to involve the community in as many ways as possible, said Palmer. Exactly what the facility will look like remains to be seen, but the school would like it to benefit the entire community, connecting town and existing facilities, such as the River Park and Paonia Library, through a series of sidewalks and trails, or what he called

“… a hub of interconnectedness between town and school.”

Student and public safety are of utmost concern, said Palmer.

As things exist now, there isn’t even a complete sidewalk from town to the junior high/high school.

Paonia is the only town in the Delta County J50 school district without a sports facility on school grounds. In addition to allowing the school to host a wider range of sports events, the facility could also offer new venues for events such as concerts and conferences.

And it would make the athletic programs at the schools much more efficient. The school currently uses Paonia Town Park to host football games, Volunteer Park for baseball games and tournaments, and the Hotchkiss High School track for track practice. That means a lot of extra time, work and expense, including busing students to and from facilities and planning around other events, said Palmer.

PHS is known throughout the state for its competitive sports programs, and it continues to grow, noted Palmer.

Last year, 56 students were involved in the junior high track program alone. The first time they practiced events like high jump, hurdles and long jump “was at the track that they were going to compete on.

That tells you a lot.”

So far, community support for the project, which has been at least 10 years in the making, has been tremendous, said Palmer. About 30 citizens representing a wide range of the population, including educators, farmers, ranchers and area businesses, is working with the school to make the facility a reality. One member played on the 1959 state championship football team.

Community involvement is a big piece of the process, said Palmer. “We’re excited to have this opportunity to have a forum.”

Photo by Kathy Browning

Peace in the valley Grace, mercy, salvation and protection are all symbolized by the cross to those of the Christian faith. This cross is found in front of Saddle Mountain Fellowship which formerly was the Crawford Friends Church. Read about what’s happening at the church on page B3. By the way, “Peace in the Valley” was written in 1937 by Thomas A. Dorsey, and became a standard after recordings by Mahalia Jackson, Red Foley, Jo Stafford, Elvis Presley, Connie Francis, Johnny Cash and others.

Search is on for teachers of excellence Cocker Kids offers $10,000 to show appreciation for great teachers in North Fork schools

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Everyone agrees that education for our children is supremely important. The quality of that education will affect the child’s life through adulthood. It will determine whether our nation is prepared for the future with intelligence, insight and innovation or loses its role of global leadership.

Oftentimes people believe schools in rural areas miss out on the advantages of wealth in the urban areas.

But that is decidedly not true in the North Fork Valley. The schools, teachers and students use the tools they have to maximum results and regularly win top awards and scholarships.

To recognize that excellence the board of directors for the Cocker Kids Foundation examined what they could do that would enhance and promote that commitment. The result is the Teacher Appreciation Award.

Each year peers, students and citizens will nominate a deserving teacher and the board of directors along with

an advisory board will decide which teacher will win the $10,000 award. All teachers K12 at Hotchkiss K-8, Hotchkiss High School, Crawford School, Paonia Elementary and Paonia Jr./Sr. High School will be eligible. Nomination forms became available at all the schools on Feb. 18 and from the Cocker Kids Foundation website. Nominations are due

by March 18. Then on May 1, the winner of the Teacher Appreciation Award will be announced.

Pam Cocker recently sat down to discuss the new award. Why give a monetary gift to teachers?

“We had lots of debate over this within the board of directors and on different approaches. We had a meeting of all the principals,” Cocker began. The discussions led to an abundance of feedback on who should receive the award.

Should it be the school or a school department? Perhaps a teen should receive the award.

Maybe one school would be the focus of the award one year and then other schools in subsequent years.

Their conclusion was to give one teacher an award of $10,000 to show the appreciation of the community for being an exceptional teacher.

“It would have more impact on the teachers than giving it to a school. These teachers work really hard and they don’t get paid very much at all. So, to be able to participate in this and have people

Paonia couple survives carbon monoxide scare

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Hearing a loud noise and going to investigate saved the lives of a couple in Paonia, Cynthia Kain and Wes Wright.

Kain was reading at 3 a.m. on Jan. 29, when she heard something heavy falling. She and Wright live in a spacious two-story house on 4100 Road.

When she checked on Wright he was safely asleep. What she didn’t realize was that she had heard the boiler explode due to pressure. An intake duct had hit the wall downstairs.

Still sensing that something was wrong, Kain woke Wright.

She then heard an alarm beeping downstairs. They both went downstairs and discovered it was the carbon monoxide alarm.

“Immediately my eyes and lungs were burning and it seemed like maybe smoke or haze in the living room,” Kain said. “We opened all the

windows and turned on fans, looked at the heating system to see if we could find a problem. Intuitively I sensed it had to do with the boiler/heating system and so I turned off the gas and unplugged the electricity to unit. It was difficult to breathe downstairs so we went back up, only to discover that the fumes had now come up through a door we left open.”

Kain called 911 and was immediately told that she and Wright needed to leave their home. The Paonia Fire Department was dispatched as well as North Fork Ambulance.

Three volunteer firemen arrived in their own trucks and then eight more came in the fire truck.

“They immediately determined through their meters that downstairs, in rooms that were closed off, the readings were 120 and 60 in the living room I had begun to air out for 30 minutes or so. They said 35

is the reading that sets off the alarm,” Kain said.

Wright and Kain by their own admission “were totally ignorant of the dangers of a heating system with exhaust and having these alarms, then knowing what to do when they go off.” They had the heating system installed a few months ago, never understanding the danger of carbon monoxide, Kain said.

They declined to go to the hospital that morning, but were examined on site by EMTs. A day and a half later they had blood work after their doctor said they needed to go immediately.

Both Kain and Wright received care at the Delta County Memorial Hospital.

They were given extensive blood tests. Blood was taken from their veins and their pulmonary heart arteries.

Wright said that if both of them would have been asleep

they could have been dead in 10 minutes.

The Center for Disease Control says the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can mimic a flu. People can have a headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, chest pain and confusion. High levels of carbon monoxide cause death.

Mike Byers, Paonia fire chief, said most carbon monoxide alarms just detect a high level, but don’t provide a reading of parts per million. Fifty parts per million is beginning to be a dangerous level and people could feel the effects of the carbon monoxide.

Kain said, “I also want to commend the 911 operator and the Paonia Fire Department volunteers for their unbelievably quick response and thorough actions, as well as the North Fork Ambulance for their services. We are thankful to all of them and such a great community in Paonia.”

appreciate them, nominate them and give the reasons why they think they are excellent teachers, I think it is a really strong personal show of respect for that person’s hard work,” Cocker said.

In future years the program may evolve, but this is the plan for the first year.

“We’re trying to spearhead this. We eventually want to make it a community project not just a Cocker Kids project.

Our goal this year is to do the entire award. Next year we’re hoping that Cocker Kids will put in $5,000 and we’ll be able to raise another $5,000 from individuals and businesses in the community,” Cocker said.

“Then every year after that to make it so the teachers know it’s coming from the whole community not just from one foundation.”

Cocker believes the North Fork Valley is lucky as a community to have such quality education available. Cocker Kids Foundation has been giving technology grants to local schools. Paonia Junior and Senior High Schools recently received $25,000 for iPads.

“We are really learning of the caliber of the teachers we have in our community. In our high schools and elementary schools it’s really exceptional.

Most of the Paonia teachers have master’s degrees. Or if they don’t have one they have to get it. Same in Hotchkiss.

That’s not necessarily the case [elsewhere],” Cocker said. “My daughter and two grandkids are in the school system in southern California.

They don’t have iPads in their schools. They have a small tech lab but the teachers don’t use iPads or use computers to teach in the classroom. Their teachers most definitely don’t have to have master’s degrees.

So, I really think we have a leg up in this community. The teachers do it for less than they deserve.”

She adds, “It does irritate me that the people who are doing all this hard work, this important work with our children, the future of this country ... are getting paid nothing. I think the whole board felt that way. We just felt it was a good time, especially with the economy the way it is, to make that effort for the community to show their appreciation of our teachers.”

The foundation’s research showed that teacher appreciation awards are being given throughout the United States.

“We’re not unique in doing this program. It is happening all over the country, but I think it is time for us to do it in the North Fork,” she said.

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Judge orders BLM to tell who nominated parcels

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Citizens for a Healthy Community (CHC) had requested through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) the identity of those who nominated 30,000 acres in the North Fork Valley for oil and gas leases. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) refused. They never give out that information until a couple of days after the lease sale.

Western Environmental Law Center representing CHC filed a lawsuit.

The names of those who submitted the Expressions of Interest were requested and all related

documents.

On Feb. 13, Senior District Judge Richard P. Matsch ruled in favor of CHC, denied the BLM’s motion for dismissal and issued a final judgment “ordering the United States Bureau of Land Management to release the information requested within 30 days.”

The BLM had released its final decision to CHC on April 30, 2012, refusing the FOIA request.

The BLM said the information withheld was protected from disclosure under Exemption 4 of the act. They asserted the Expression of Interest, which is the initial document filed with the BLM to nominate federal land for oil and gas development, contained “commercial or financial information obtained from a person that is privileged or confidential.”

The information requested on the Expressions of Interest is limited to the name of the individual or company, mailing address and telephone number, legal land description broken into

parcels of 2,560 acres or fewer and the name and address of any private surface owners. The BLM said in its defense that those who nominated the land had done “preliminary investigative work to consider the possibilities of the acreage” and that made the work “protected information” which if released would give competitors “an unfair advantage.”

Matsch’s judgment states, “That contention runs directly contrary to the purpose of the public sale process. Competition in bidding advances the purpose of getting a fair price for a lease of publicly owned minerals.

Moreover, the identity of the submitter may be relevant to the plaintiff and others who may raise concerns about the stewardship records of that potential owner, a factor relevant to the environmental impact of the proposed sale.

“The information required to be provided by an EOI submitter is not protected by Exemption 4 and the plaintiff ’s

request must be granted.”

Kyle Tisdel of Western Environmental Law Center said after the ruling, “Every community has the right to know what corporations are seeking to drill on public lands near their homes and where they recreate. The Court’s decision is a clear rebuke of BLM’s policy to protect industry at the expense of the public and its ability to fully engage the agency’s decisionmaking process.”

The ruling has obvious national impact because the policy is applied throughout the United States.

Jim Ramey, CHC director, stated, “This lawsuit is not only a victory for the North Fork but it’s an important victory for every community across the west which is threatened by oil and gas drilling on public lands.”

Ramey added, “The government has not been able to make a compelling argument as to why it needs to keep this information secret and away from the public.”

ent will be recognized as a representative of all the excellent, dedicated teachers in the community who make a difference to children everyday.”

There are seven criteria listed, of which, each teacher being nominated should demonstrate at least four. They are: •Inspire students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn.

•Have a superior ability to teach and to inspire in students a love of learning.

•Have a broad understanding of current trends and issues in education.

•Should be highly respected by students, parents and colleagues.

•Be a facilitator of creative teaching strategies.

•Show active involvement and leadership in professional development and extracurricular activities.

•Should demonstrate the ability and willingness to devote time and energy to activities that result in improved instruction for children.

For the awards debut, teachers from Vision and Montessori schools are not being included. It’s certainly not because they aren’t

excellent. The board learned teachers at Vision and Montessori have certifications and requirements different from their fellow public school teachers.

“We wanted to make certain that all the teachers eligible for the award had the same certification. That’s pretty important,” Cocker said.

The foundation continues to award a senior scholarship award to Vision students.

As far as determining who will win, the Cocker Kids board of directors and an advisory board of Betsy Marston, Mike McMillan and Pauline Carr will pour over the nomination forms and select the winner.

Cocker shared her hope for the impact of the Teacher Appreciation Award. “I think it will foster a community pride in our teachers and I think the teachers will feel more appreciated by the community just to have this going on every year,” she said.

“I think the award will spark a little more creativity among teachers.

Maybe it will spark a little more working together and finding new programs that will inspire the kids. But I

Delta County Independent

McClure Pass rollover injures 3

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

A single-vehicle rollover on McClure Pass Feb. 7 injured three.

The accident occurred at mile post 40 at about 9:15 a.m.

Robert CervantesFuerte, 25, of Glenwood Springs was driving a 2002 GMC Sierra pickup. He was not wearing a seat belt and was injured during the roll sequence.

Two passengers, a 37-year-old male and a 24-year-old male, sus-

tained minor injuries.

They were wearing their seat belts.

According to the Colorado State Patrol, Cervantes-Fuerte was traveling west on Highway 133. He entered a curvy section of road and lost control, rotating counter-clockwise and traveling off the left side of the road and down a steep embankment.

The pickup rolled three times approximately 250 feet downhill. It came to rest on its wheels facing north.

Renew membership in historical society The HotchkissCrawford Historical Society will hold its annual meeting Sunday, Feb. 24, at 2 p.m. at Memorial Hall in Hotchkiss.

Tom McLeod and Larry Knott will present the history of “Black Mesa, The People, Places and Events.”

Local historian, Danny Cotten, will have enlarged photographs on display.

The annual meeting provides an opportunity to renew or join the society. A membership card entitles you to free admission not only to the Hotchkiss-Crawford Museum, but also to the Delta County Museum in Delta, the North Fork Museum in Paonia and half-price admission to Pioneer Town in Cedaredge.

think the big thing is just for the teachers to know they are appreciated. And that they are working really hard and we know it.”

After the May 1 announcement of the winner, the board will focus on a campaign

to increase community involvement for next year and subsequent years.

Cocker Kids Foundation will continue to invite every teacher in the North Fork Valley to its Back To School Barbecue.

Search is on FROM PAGE B1 forms are right there for students, fellow teachers, office staff and parents to fill out. The nominator answers a few questions and can write from one to three pages about why the teacher should win the prize. Nomination forms are also available online at cockerkidsfoundation.com.

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The Paonia Chamber of Commerce will gather for its monthly Business After Hours at the Bross Hotel Bed and Breakfast on Feb. 21 from 5-7 p.m.

This is an opportunity for members to network and become better acquainted as they partake of light refreshments.

Community members are invited to attend. It is a chance to learn more

about the businesses in our area and the work of the Paonia Chamber of Commerce.

If you have never been in the Bross Hotel, referred to as the “Brown Palace of Paonia” by one travel writer, tours of this historic old hotel will be available.

The Bross Hotel is located at 312 Onarga Avenue in Paonia.

Hotchkiss increases insurance to cover embezzlement

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The recent alleged embezzlement case in the Town of Paonia has spurred the Town of Hotchkiss town council to take action.

At their Valentine’s Day council meeting, the trustees voted to increase their coverage for excess crime insurance. Currently, the town’s policy only covers them for $150,000. The cost to up the Trusted Employee Embezzlement Insurance would be $600 for $2 million in coverage.

Hotchkiss work session to focus on sidewalk ordinance

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Hotchkiss Mayor Wendell Koontz announced there will be a work session to finalize the town’s amendment to the sidewalk ordinance. This will replace sections of the current town code.

The town held a public hearing on Feb. 14.

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The Paradise Theatre in Paonia is offering a unique gem on Feb. 23 at 10 p.m. Part road movie and part concert film, “Big Easy Express” bears witness to the birth of a new musical era.

The film documents a cinematic musical journey with indie folk heroes Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros, Tennessee’s Old Crow Medicine Show, and Britain’s acclaimed Mumford & Sons as they climb aboard a vintage train

in California, bound for New Orleans on a “tour of dreams.” The resulting film from this journey is nothing short of magical.

Film maker Emmett Malloy documents these incredible musicians as they ride the rails and wow the crowds. It is filled with joyous crowds, late night laughter and endless music ... and a train that was bound for glory.

The movie is one hour and 16 minutes long and rated PG.

offered comments. Wills explained the amendment would have the town and property owners evenly share the cost of new or repaired sidewalks.

The work session will be this Thursday at 6 p.m. at town hall. The amendment will likely be on the agenda for the March 14 council meeting at Hotchkiss High School.

1st State Bank wants to use lots for parking until sold

BY KATHY BROWNING

Special showing of ‘Big Easy Express’

The trustees and staff discussed whether the town could get by with just $500,000 in coverage. But with the cost of public works projects in excess of a million dollars and with the town having large reserves, it was deemed wise to pay the $600 annually to increase the coverage to $2 million.

The vote was split though, with trustees Jim Roberts, Lindee Cantrell and Dustyn Foster in favor and Marlin McCracken and Georgia Hopper opposed.

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First State Bank of Colorado has approached the Town of Hotchkiss about its three lots at Second and Bridge. The corner lots are empty and they would like to share costs with the town for earth work and laying road base. The lots could then be used for parking.

The cost estimate is $4,000. The bank would like to pay one half and have the town pick up the remainder. The downside is that the three lots are currently for sale. So, this would be a temporary parking lot.

Mike Owens, public works director, is opposed

to the town improving private property. He believes that most of the time the parking lot would be vacant. Owens said there is a town parking lot close to the post office which the town should spend its money on improving.

Dustyn Foster, trustee, suggested that perhaps the Orton Foundation and the Heart and Soul Project would be interested in helping financially with the temporary parking lot.

Jim Briscoe, town attorney, was asked to speak with the bank’s board of directors about the provisions of its proposal.

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Lane Taplin creates Woven Heart Spots She then silk screens the image onto the vertical threads on her eightLane Taplin comes to harness loom. The more Paonia by way of Denver harnesses, the more comand Portland. She was plicated the pattern that accepted as “an artist in could be created. The residence” at Elsewhere thread shifts and the Studios. She arrived last images become feathered October but began work on the edges. in earnest for her exhibit Her fabric art has in December. written word and photoNow she is opening graphs.

“Woven Heart Spots,” a Each piece has an visual collection of stoimpressionistic appearries and memories from ance.

Paonia as told by current She gathered stories residents. You can see and old photographs from people living in Paonia.

“I print the words on top because they represent now, but the images are from a long time ago,” she said.

Taplin uses other techniques that make her works unique.

She is doing this project in connection with the Heart and Soul Project.

She worked with 14 different people and is making a memory of their story which she will then give to them.

Photo by Kathy Browning “Each person had so Lane Taplin will also be showing these works at the many great stories to tell, Paonia Library during the month of March.

I couldn’t just pick one.

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

her work and hear the stories behind her images on fabric at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. An informal storytelling circle begins at 6 p.m. The exhibit will hang until Feb. 28. It will then be displayed at the Paonia Library from March 2-30.

While most artists use paint brushes, Taplin creates her artwork by exposing photographic images onto silk screen.

I’m doing some smaller pieces from the extra stories,” Taplin said.

She met people in a variety of ways. Taplin met Ron and Deb Rowell at Paonia Cleaners.

She asked about a photograph they had. They shared their story, and now there will be a piece of art representing that story.

She met others through a request on KVNF and visiting with groups.

Taplin is a fiber artist, a community-based artist and educator who studied at Rhode Island School of Design.

“I was living in Portland and I decided that I really wanted to take some time to work on my own personal artwork.

I’d been working with adults with developmental disabilities teaching art. It was amazing and so great. My job was to make art with people and help them figure out what they most loved to do and what inspired them,” Taplin said.

She looked online and applied to Elsewhere Stu-

Creative Coalition gathers support for district to help creative com- it would receive 30 hours munities thrive. If the of technical assistance, The North Fork Val- North Fork Valley Cre- publicity, promotion on ley Creative Coalition ative District is certified Colorado state websites, formed out of the North Fork Vision 2020 project.

Creative people gathered together to come up with ideas to help improve the economic side of their trades.

That led to a designation from the Colorado Creative Industries that made the North Fork Valley a state-recognized Emerging Creative District.

Now with 15 other districts, the North Fork Valley Creative Coalition is hoping to receive the certification as a Creative District. The Creative Coalition will certify a maximum of five new districts in April. In Photo by Kathy Browning May a $15,000 grant will Those interested in the formation of the North Fork be awarded.

Valley Creative District attended an informational A Creative District is meeting at the Creamery Arts Center in Hotchkiss not a special district with in February. The Town of Hotchkiss just voted to governing duties and tax write a letter of support as the Creative Coalition collection. It is designed goes for state certification.

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

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Straight A students Hotchkiss K8 School recognized the straight A students recently with a lunch with Principal Carrie Coats at Hometown Cafe. From the third, fourth and fifth grade classes, pictured above, are: back — Emily Rhodes and JD Miller; middle — Adam Smith, Jacob Ware, Bella Brezonick, Tawny Roberts and Taneal Mautz; and front — Alaina Hardin, Caleb Roberts, Parker Pene, Sawyer Handy, Sara Morris and Indigo Miller-Barnes.

Pictured below are students from the sixth, seventh and eighth grades: back — Kale Litzelman and Colton Hall; middle — Jenny McDonald, Jordan Tamayo, Sophia Fisher, Kambry Hall, Morgan Miller and Isaac VanHorn; and front — Carson Collins, Lexi Wrich, Caitlyn Littlefield, Taralee Mautz, Presley Pene, Ethan White, Jacob Trefren and Billy Bronkan.

Several students were absent during the first lunch, so Ms. Coats treated Karlie Egging, Nadia Hill, Leona Myers, Matthew Kasper and Bruce Turnbull to lunch at a later date. Ms. Coats also thanked Hotchkiss Automotive for helping cover the cost of the lunch.

be featured in television segments, advertising and signage. The boost to the local economy is expected to be measurable.

The North Fork Valley Creative District will include Hotchkiss, Paonia, Crawford and Lazear.

The creative sector in the North Fork includes artisans, arts, agriculture, graphic arts, film, high-tech, performance, practical, tourism, wineries and breweries.

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Lane Taplin weaves her own fabric used in her artworks. An artist in residence at Elsewhere Studios, Taplin will have an exhibit at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts in Paonia opening Saturday, Feb. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. dios for its artist in residence program. “I really wanted to come back to Colorado and live in the mountains and be making my artwork here.”

She’s living her dream by being an artist in residence. “People ask me if you could be doing anything right now what would it be? This.

I’m already doing it. It’s incredible that when I’m working [at my job] I don’t have the energy or time to throw myself into my own projects and work intensely on them.”

This opportunity gives her all the time in the world to focus and work on her artwork. “It’s amazing to be in this incredible space. The space is really inspiring because I can tell when I’m here that there have been so many artisans and people who made this house come together,” Taplin said.

She thrives being in an environment with other supportive artists. “The community aspect of it is really important,” Taplin explained. She can even call on her fellow artists to critique her work.

Join Saddle Mountain for praise and potluck Saddle Mountain Fellowship of Crawford, 3842 Stearman Lane, is having a special praise and worship time on Saturday, Feb. 23. A potluck will be shared at 5 p.m. with the praise time immediately following the meal.

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Paonia joins One Billion Rising rally was bummed we found out about this so late, because we could have done something about this in Paonia.”

Kokernot responded, “Well, four days is a lifetime in Paonia. Let’s make it happen.”

So, the event on Valentine’s Day indeed did happen in Poulos Park with music, dancing, Eve Ensler poetry read by

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

One Billion Rising took place around the world on Valentine’s Day. A quote on their website explained their purpose and sentiment. “I refuse to watch as more than a billion women experience violence on the planet.

I’m joining V-Day on 02.14.13 in a global strike to demand an end to the violence.” One in three women on the planet is raped or beaten in her lifetime. That totals one billion women.

Spotting a posting on Facebook by Rand Kokernot about the One Billion Rising movement, Amber McDaniel found out the closest event was in Grand Junction. “I

Photo by Kathy Browning

McDaniel, shared memories by survivors of rape and violence and a ceremony to release those memories. Ensler is the founder of the movement.

In just four days, the word got out and numerous people practiced a dance that would be repeated around the world. McDaniel posted links to the video which

taught participants the dance moves.

“Until people are aware of the problem it’s never going to change,” McDaniel said. “Now, hopefully, a lot of people are inspired to do something about it. We have our local group here that provides many resources for victims of violence.

It’s about raising awareness.”

Listen to stories of ‘Grand Ave. storefronts’

Amber McDaniel holds a sign expressing her desire to help heal the wounds of violence against women and girls. People gathered to show their solidarity Ever walk down Paoduring a global event on Valentine’s Day, One Bilnia’s Grand Ave. and lion Rising. wonder what it was like in the 1950s? Did you know that Hay’s Drugstore used to be a J.C. Penny and that there was a gas station?

The Blue Sage Center for the Arts presents the third and final event in the “This is Where We fer Station in Hotchkiss.

Hours for the North Live” historical series on Double J Recycling will Fork Transfer Station are Friday, Feb. 22, from 6:30 be managing the recy- Tuesday through Saturto 8:30 p.m. Enjoy stocling efforts at the trans- day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. ries about “Grand Avefer station and the Delta Contact Joanna Calanue Storefronts” as legnewspaper bin. This is brese at 527-5307 ext. acy residents reminisce the second year for the 204 to attend the comabout how it used to be pilot program. mittee meeting. in Paonia.

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Conservation Center needs advocates for recycling The Western Slope Conservation Center is looking for those interested in improving recycling in Delta County.

Those who would like to be part of an active team of advocates are invited to attend the Recycling Committee meeting on Monday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. at the Conservation Center office at 204 Poplar Avenue in Paonia.

Delta County is continuing to provide recycling drop-off services at the North Fork Trans-

Quilt show entries invited The 2013 Cabin Fever at the Delta County FairQuilt Show will be held grounds March 15, 16 and 17.

The quilt show, which is sponsored by S&B Quilters’ Guild, includes quilts from many talents (traditional, contemporary, fiber art, wool, vintage), a raffle quilt, special exhibits and demonstrations.

Adult and youth are invited to enter a quilt or quilted item in the show.

Entry deadline is Saturday, March 9. Exhibitor rules and quilt entry forms can be found at www.orgsites.com/co/ sbquiltersguild/.

For more information e-mail sbquilters1989@gmail. com or call 872-3452.

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Blazing Bulldogs The January Blazing Bulldog awards at Hotchkiss K8 School were announced recently. Each month students are recognized for distinguishing themselves in one or more categories, which include attendance, citizenship, effort, accomplishments or other. The Blazing Bulldogs above include kindergarteners Kayli Dagnan, Bryan Hale-Nutter, Veda Handy, Willa Hill, Kennedy Roberts, Mathew Sanchez, Loryn Thompson, Tyler Ware and London West; first graders Marcos Camacho, Elizabeth Galley, CeCe Houseweart, Allen Jones, Dylan Kasper, Quintin Morlang, Kaylynn O’Connell and Tristan Wilson; and second graders Koda Ator, Tristan Barnash, Autumn Kiefer, Mia Riley and Paris West.

The North Fork Mosquito Abatement District will have its board meeting on Monday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. at Hotchkiss Town Hall.

The board will continue working on the plan for the 2013 mosquito season and compiling of data from the 2012 season.

4-H beef roast is March 3 For over half a century the Delta County 4-H program has served a delicious roast beef dinner with mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw, vegetables, cheesecake and a beverage to the residents of Delta County and the surrounding areas.

Everyone is invited to enjoy a hearty family meal on Sunday, March 3, from noon to 3 p.m. at either Delta Middle School in Delta or Hotchkiss High School in Hotchkiss. Carry out is also available.

Tickets are $8 for adults (12 and up) and $4 for children. Tickets are available at the door the day of the dinner, in advance from Delta County 4-H members, or from the Delta County 4-H office located at 525 Dodge Street in Delta.

All proceeds benefit youth who are involved in the 4-H program in Delta County. For more information about the dinner, call the CSU Extension office at 874-2195.

The Blazing Bulldogs from the third and fourth grade classes include third graders Alaina Hardin, Isabelle Houseweart, Matthew Kasper, Vianney Mendoza, Landon Moralez, Dakota Shelden, Drayden Taylor and Alexis Yanish; and fourth graders Tristan Andregg, Bella Brezonick, Steffen Brody, Yahir Chavez, Joslyn Kendall, Lauryn Kiefer, John Lofley, Christian Matus, Taneal Mautz, Cassidy Reed, Tawny Roberts, Anthony Scanlon, Adam Smith and Erin Smith.

The Blazing Bulldogs from the sixth, seventh and eighth grade classes include sixth graders Sergio Campos, Keaton Glaser, Kaleigh Little, Jenna Manzanares, Emily Miller, Jankarlo Reyes and Bryce Shelden; seventh graders Kaylee Carpenter, Yasmine Gaub, Josie Hiatt, Courtney Mattler, Jennifer McDonald, Margaret Parsons, Madison Reed and Keegan Simpson; and eighth graders Zackary Allen, Jorge Goven, Lily Harvey, Jamal Helm, Tyra Jaramillo, Bailey Manzanares, Raul Mendoza, Joseph Nault, Eve Simmons and Josh Verdeja.

BUSINESS

Delta County Independent

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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Water Congress looks at basin’s supply and demand imbalance

BY HANNAH HOLM Water Center at Colorado Mesa Univerity

Last December, the Bureau of Reclamation released the final draft of a very detailed Colorado River Basin supply and demand study. This column, like most media coverage of the study, focused on the big picture it paints: We’re already using more water than rain and snow bring into the basin each year (reservoirs will let you do that, for a while), and the situation is likely to get worse as demands continue to grow and supplies are quite likely to shrink.

A wide range of options for how to fix the imbalance was also studied — the option of piping water

from the Missouri River across Kansas to Denver got a lot of press, even as officials downplayed it as a plausible project.

In late February, at the Colorado Water Congress annual convention in Denver, water providers and stakeholders from around the state had the opportunity to hear presentations and commentary on some of the study’s finer points and limitations. Here are a few of the key messages that came through in that discussion.

The lower basin is already in a pickle Lower basin water users, those that pull water from the Colorado River downstream from Lake Powell, are already using more water each

year than they have a right to expect under the terms of the 1922 compact that divided the river between upstream and downstream users.

That’s because the upper basin states, including Colorado, have grown more slowly than California and Arizona, and have consequently allowed more water to flow downstream than is legally required. That’s why there’s still a debate in Colorado about how much more water can be taken out of the Colorado up here, despite the fact that basin-wide, uses are already exceeding supplies.

Environmental and recreational flows are very vulnerable The study included

modeling different supply and demand scenarios and management actions to see how they would affect the likelihood of hitting key indicators of shortages, both for human water users (levels in Lake Mead, for example) and the environment (low flows at key points). Projecting out toward 2060, the models indicate increasing numbers of years when fish are likely to be in trouble. Some of the management tools appear to have promise for reducing this vulnerability, but no actions would eliminate it. The study also showed that flows too low for enjoyable (and profitable) whitewater recreation were also likely to become more frequent.

Experience a celebration of true beauty at trailer debut Local film maker Teya Cranson, and film crew member, Kristin Evans, recently took part in a week of filming in the canyons of southwestern Colorado, laying the groundwork for a documentary. The initial trailer is ready and they are bringing their project to a hometown venue to raise awareness and kick off fund raising with style.

Check out more on this exciting project at www. exposurself.com.

The event will feature a discussion on true beauty, a world premiere of the ExposurSELF trailer, great food and beautiful people exploring the concept of true beauty from the inside and out. It will be at Studio Bija in Paonia at 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 24. If you’d like to help with the silent auction or other event logistics, please contact Teya Cranson at (970) 201-3344.

This project is the brainchild of a duo sister team who are inspired by their mother’s lifelong struggle with anorexia.

In this journey they have come face to face with how our culture’s idea of beauty skews the thinking of so many women.

Thus began their fight against unhealthy body

image.

Their plan? To create Photo Divine, a photography business located in Durango. In their own words, “Photo Divine became our propeace approach to creating positive body imagery. We focus on building an image that celebrates each woman that we photograph. We collect information, we listen, and we learn in order to produce photographs that reflect the uniqueness of each participant.

This work is rewarding and healing not only for us, but for everyone in the company of a woman being celebrated.”

Photo submitted And, after many Teya Cranson on location, capturing footage. years of doing just this, their process of healing and celebration was captured on film. Paint the Dog Productions is working in collaboration with Photo Divine with the end goal of bringing this concept of true beauty to the world as a documentary. It will be a bright celebration in a cold culture of self-condemnation.

Kristin Evans, 16year-old Paonia native, was impacted by the project sharing that, “This project has forever changed the way I view myself, I am beautiful inside and out. What can I do but share this

Photo submitted

Kristin Evans, 16-year-old from Paonia, working on the ExposurSELF documentary.

Ice fishing contest set for March 2 The Cedaredge Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first annual ice fishing contest on Saturday, March 2. It will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Island Lake on Grand Mesa.

Entry fee is $30, and kids 17 and younger are

free. Register in advance at the chamber office, Leisure Time Sports in Cedaredge, or at the Grand Mesa Visitor Center on the day of the event.

For information call 856-6961 or visit www. cedaredgechamber.com.

The median of a bunch of model runs does not equal a prediction Several panelists made the point that climate change models, downscaled to fit the Colorado Basin, produce many different projections of water supply. The median of all the outputs shows water inflows to the basin reduced by 9 percent by 2060, but that doesn’t mean that this is what will actually happen.

Depending on what happens in the atmosphere and which of the models turns out to be most accurate, it could be either a lot wetter than that or a lot drier.

Even if we do get a 9 percent reduction in water inflows into the basin, how we experience that could be very different depending on a mix of wet and dry years along

the way. In the middle of a seven-year extreme drought, the prospect of future floods wouldn’t help much.

This study is very large and complex, with lots of different variables and options to consider.

You can review it yourself at http://www.usbr. gov/lc/region/programs/ crbstudy.html and draw your own conclusions.

This is part of a series of articles coordinated by the Water Center at Colorado Mesa University in cooperation with the Colorado and Gunnison Basin Roundtables to raise awareness about water needs, uses and policies in our region.

To learn more about the basin roundtables and statewide water planning, and to let the roundtables know what you think, go to www.coloradomesa. edu/WaterCenter.

Duane Spence leads inmate labor program Duane Spence was recently promoted to lieutenant in charge of the labor program at Delta Correctional Center.

In fiscal year 2011/2012 the labor program at DCC saved taxpayers $724,348.00 through 97,951 hours of offender labor. This program exists to provide for the reclamation of state property and other projects that would benefit governmental entities, i.e., county, city, municipal, state, federal agencies, and non-profit organizations in specified cases.

The program provides employment opportunities and helps reinforce rehabilitation of offend-

Duane Spence ers. The program strives to provide offenders with the necessary skills and appropriate work ethics necessary to re-enter the work force and their communities.

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AGRICULTURE

Delta County Independent

Water for food, food for life!

Learn about water challenges facing agriculture March 6-8 in Grand Junction

BY GRANT SMITTKAMP Ditch and Reservoir Company Alliance

When was the last time you contemplated the value of the irrigation ditches that crisscross our Western Slope communities? Many people do not realize that the “stream” running through their town is not a natural stream but in fact is a manmade ditch.

Most of the reservoirs in the state have been constructed to deliver water to farms, but they provide broader benefits as well. “In addition to providing water to farmers to grow food,

ditch companies have constructed an artificial landscape of reservoirs, waterways and riparian corridors that enrich local communities,” says John McKenzie, Executive Director of the Ditch and Reservoir Company Alliance (DARCA).

You are invited to join DARCA members and other water professionals for DARCA’s annual convention, titled Water for Food – Food for Life, at the Two Rivers Convention Center in Grand Junction, Colorado on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 6-8, 2013. The convention will allow farmers, ranchers, ditch company personnel, and other water professionals to network and exchange information on topics such as irrigation efficiency, agriculturalenvironmental cooperation, and water policy issues. Complete details can be found at www.

n i o j o t e n o Every us for the l a u n n A d r 63

Sunday, March 3 Noon-3:00 p.m.

Need more information?

Call 874-2195 and we’ll be happy to help!

darca.org or by calling (970) 412-1960.

The Ditch and Reservoir Company Alliance (DARCA), organized as a non-profit organization, was formed in 2001 to assist the state’s ditch and reservoir companies.

DARCA aims to help these businesses and their shareholders find cost effective solutions to problems such as heightened regulatory controls, growing urbanization, and other problems that are now facing these historic businesses.

DARCA is governed by an 11 member board of directors who come

Agriculture production workshop set for March 5 The Colorado State University Extension is hosting its annual Ag Production Workshop on Tuesday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 530 Gunnison River Dr., Delta.

When food safety issues impact the public, it makes headlines.

Farmers and farm communities can pay a huge price. The morning session of the workshop will look at the impact of the Rocky Ford melon listeria outbreak on local communities, followed by a discussion of how to access food safety risks on your farm.

Other talks will present an overview of federal food safety legislation and the newly implemented Cottage Food Industry law. The morning session will wrap up with the final report of the Olathe sweet corn processing feasibility study.

The afternoon session will focus on production issues for western Colorado farmers. Topics include managing onion diseases, corn and wheat insect update, and using cover crops to improve soil health. There is useful information for all vegetable, fruit and field crop growers.

The cost is $20 per person, and includes all sessions, lunch and workshop handouts. Register

by March 1 to guarantee lunch.

Contact the Extension at (970) 244-1834 or visit http://wci.colostate.edu for more information or to register.

from both sides of the Continental Divide. Having board members from both the Front Range as well as the Western Slope allows for much needed collaboration. “Many of the growing pains that the Front Range water providers have experienced are currently being

faced by ditch and reservoir companies on the Western Slope and we try to help one another out,” says McKenzie.

This is part of a series of articles coordinated by the Water Center at Colorado Mesa University in cooperation with the Colorado and Gunnison

Basin Roundtables to raise awareness about water needs, uses and policies in our region.

To learn more about the basin roundtables and statewide water planning, and to let the roundtables know what you think, go to www.coloradomesa. edu/WaterCenter.

Beef weigh-in is big step towards fair sale Delta County 4H’ers and FFA students weighed in their prospective market beef on Saturday, Feb. 2. Excitement was high for the 41 local kids who brought 50 steer and seven heifers to be weighed in, because the annual market beef weigh-in is the first step toward raising beef for the 2013 junior market livestock sale, which will be held this coming August, during the Delta County Fair.

All but 10 of the animals weighed in qualify for the Delta County Bred & Fed program, which certifies to buyers that the animals they are purchasing were bred and raised in Delta County. Initial weights ranged from 456 to 1,021 pounds.

With the market beef weigh-in over, these 4-H and FFA kids will now concentrate on raising

the best beef possible to offer to buyers over the auction block this summer. Last year, at the 2012 Delta County Fair, 37 local kids sold their beef to the generous buyers listed below for total sales of $93,900.

The sale committee and Delta County Extension thank these buyers for their support of local 4H and FFA kids last year, and invite them to attend the 2013 sale, which will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug 10. For more information on how you can support Delta County kids through the Delta County Fair’s junior market livestock sale, please call the Delta Extension Office at 874-2195.

Thank you to our 2012 beef buyers — Buyers’ Pool, Chuck’s Glass, Conners Drilling, Delta Auto Parts, Delta County Farm Bureau, Delta Hardware, Delta-Montrose Electric

Association, Delta Sales Yard, Inc., First Colorado National Bank, First State Bank of Colorado, First State Bank of Colorado – Paonia, Hellman Chevrolet, Hellman Motor Company, Hotchkiss Elks Lodge #1807, Roy & Frances Hunt, IMC Company, J Cotter J Ranch, JC Propane, Kwiki Tire I, Kwiki Tire II, Master & Doyle Petroleum, McLaughlin Land & Cattle, North Fork of Lazy H Ranch, NV Equine, Andy and Tonya Pipher, Pro-Electrical Contractors, Inc., Rocky Mountain Steel, Shaffer Real Estate, Shea Feedlot & Farms, Sisson’s North Fork, Sisson’s Feed & Ranch, Spring Branch Excavating / Doggie Bag Delivery, Turnbull Land & Livestock, Weekender Sports, West Range Reclamation, and West Slope Ag Center.

Get hoppin’ to order your seedling trees It’s almost Easter and, this year, the Easter Bunny isn’t bringing eggs, he’s bringing trees — seedling trees, to be exact — direct from the Colorado State Forest Service Nursery.

Just like Easter eggs, these seedlings come in a variety of shapes and sizes, including deciduous trees, shrubs and conifers, and you can purchase seedlings as either bare root or potted.

These seedlings are great for creating windbreaks, visual screens, noise barriers and for reforestation, and erosion control. They also make a great place for all the ‘peeps’ on your property to hang out with their four-legged friends.

The CSU Extension is offering hybrid cottonwood, Lombardy poplar, golden willow, aspen, honeylocust, bur oak,

peachleaf willow, green ash, Kremmling cottonwood and prairie sky poplar, just to name a few of our deciduous species.

Shrubs, such as caragana, lilac, native plum, cotoneaster, Gambel oak, Woods rose, Nanking cherry and chokecherry are also available.

You can also purchase conifers such as Austrian pine, Colorado blue spruce, Douglas fir, white fir, bristlecone pine, Englemann spruce, and eastern redcedar!

Trees can be purchased in lots of 25 or 30 trees of the same species, and prices range from just over a dollar per tree for our most economical species, to roughly $2.50 per tree for conifers. You can order now through early April, and your trees will arrive at the end of April.

What’s the catch? The

Easter Bunny isn’t really bringing them – you have to buy them, you must own at least one acre of land, and you’d better get hoppin’ because time is running out to place your order! Last day to order trees is April 1!

For an order form or more information, stop by or call your local extension office. The Delta Extension Office can be reached at 874-2195; the Montrose Extension Office can be reached at 249-3935; and the Mesa County Extension Office can be reached at 2441834. Full-color brochures of seedling tree species we sell are also available at the Extension Offices. To have an order form mailed to you, please call any of these numbers at any time, leave your name and mailing address and we will send one to you!

CHURCH

Delta County Independent

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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Prayer luncheon benefits Good News ministry On Saturday, Feb. 23, at Calvary Baptist Church, 13th and A Streets in Delta, Good News Jail and Prison Ministry, through its local chaplaincy sup-

port team, will sponsor a western-themed benefit and prayer lunch in support of the chaplaincy program at Delta Correctional Center. The team will be serving up

World Day of Prayer service scheduled The Christian Women of the Surface Creek will host a World Day of Prayer service Friday, March 1, at 10 a.m. at Seventh-day Adventist Church at 2nd and Center in Cedaredge.

Lunch and fellowship will follow.

World Day of Prayer is a worldwide movement of Christian women of many traditions who welcome

all to observe a common day of prayer each year on the first Friday of March.

It is an ecumenical movement that brings together women of various races, cultures, and traditions in closer fellowship, understanding and action throughout the year.

For information call Bev Gardner at 8566780.

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

an old-fashioned cowboy barbecue lunch, with all the trimmings, and guests are invited to garb themselves in their best western finery. After (or during) lunch, you will be treated to some fine musical entertainment, along with some special speakers, and you will have the opportunity to learn more about the ministry of Good News and the chaplaincy program at the local correctional center.

As was recently reported in the DCI, the Delta Correctional Center has become a real asset to the Delta community and the Western Slope, primarily because of the work that the crews from the facility perform for local

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governments. You will hear at the luncheon not only how the chaplaincy program also benefits the community, but how the men who are serving time in the facility are greatly benefited by the community. God truly works through both of the chaplains and a large number of volunteers to change lives, resulting in many cases of true and complete rehabilitation. That is one reason the recidivism rate from Delta Correctional Center is significantly lower than in other facilities around the state, and why the local program is so well reputed.

Doors to the luncheon will swing open at 11:30 a.m., with grub served

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH

EL BUEN PASTOR SPANISH ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Domingo: Escuela Dominical Predicacion Culto de la Tarde y Niños Miercoles: Family Night Jovenes

Every Wednesday evening through March 10, All Saints Lutheran Church will serve Lenten soup suppers at 6:15 p.m. followed by a worship service starting at 7 p.m. Come and enjoy the fellowship of the suppers and the inspiration of the worship service.

Palm Sunday worship service will be at 10 a.m. on March 24, preceded by a buffet breakfast at

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.

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

SURFACE CREEK ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL 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, uziel@aolser.com First Monday each month 6:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.

Interpreter for deaf available 11:00 a.m. Morning Prayer/Communion Wednesday 10:30 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF 7:00 p.m.

GUNNISON VALLEY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1721 H Rd., Delta • 874-0848 Website: gvcnazarene.org Email: gvcnazarene@aol.com Senior Pastor Terry D. Hedrick Associate Pastor Edward (Mike) Sandridge Sunday: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service: With Worship Leader Gary Lear & The GVC Praise Team Including Children’s Church And Nursery 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday: Ladies’ Breakfast 8:30 a.m.

Fellowship & Bible Study Including Potluck Dinner 6:00 p.m.

Study Groups: Meeting at various places and times throughout the week.

We want to extend a personal invitation to everyone. Please come and make yourself at home.

“Our church could be your home.”

“We exist to glorify God by raising up Christ-centered, Spirit-filled Disciple makers.”

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

CEDAREDGE

ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE ORTHODOX 298 Bert St., Delta • 874-5225 www.saintandrewsdelta.org Father Daniel Jones Saturday Great Vespers 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.

Please call: for feast day services schedule

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 763 Meeker St., Delta Pastor: Seth Coridan Sabbath School Saturday Morning Worship Prayer Meetings Wednesday

9:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 1679 Pioneer Rd., Delta • 874-3444 Corner of E. 16th St./F Rd. and Pioneer Rd. Sunday: Uncompahgre Ward 9:00 a.m.

Delta Ward 11:00 a.m.

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.

8:30 a.m.

Maundy Thursday worship will be March 28 at 7 p.m. and Good Friday evening service is set for 7 p.m. March 29.

Easter service is Sunday, March 31, at 10 a.m.

All Saints Lutheran is located on Highway 65 one mile north of the Cory General Store. For more information call 835-3667 on Mondays or Tuesdays.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 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.

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.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PAONIA

NORTH FORK PAONIA FRIENDS CHURCH 409 3rd St., Paonia • 527-6151 Pastor Gaylen Kinser Sunday: SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 9:00 a.m. with NURSERY for children 19 mos.-3 years SUNDAY SCHOOL for ages 19 months-adults 10:00 a.m.

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.

SADDLE MOUNTAIN FELLOWSHIP Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

“Common Ground in Christ” Children’s Church 10:15 a.m.

Non-denominational Monday 3842 Stearman Lane, Crawford • 921-LORD (5673) Ladies Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

Pastor Jerry Dutton Young Ladies Bible Study ages 12-18 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Worship Service 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Men’s Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Coffee & Fellowship 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday GRAND MESA SOUTHERN Children’s Church and Nursery 10:30 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study 1:00 p.m.

Youth Group and Adult Life Studies BAPTIST CHURCH Wednesday: 110 S.E. Jay Ave., Cedaredge • 856-4672 Converge for Ages 7-12 4:30 p.m.

Rev. Steven Puls Youth Dinner 6:15 p.m.

MOUNTAIN VIEW BIBLE CHURCH Youth Group Grades 7 & Up 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Lazear, CO – 872-2139 Please join our family for a variety of Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Pastor Jim Jesser – 323-6412 music and worship.

Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Youth Pastor Jake Erickson - 872-6329 Something for everyone!

Team Kid (Wednesday) 6:00 p.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Prayer & Bible Study 11:00 a.m.

(Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. Morning Service Evening Service & Youth Night 6:00 p.m.

Brotherhood Breakfast SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 7:00 p.m.

(1st Saturday) 8:00 a.m. Wednesday Service 235 North Fork, Paonia • 527-3214 Christ Centered Country Church Fellowship Breakfast Saturday Evening Mass 5:00 p.m.

Independent and Fundamental (last Tuesday) 8:00 a.m.

Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m. (at Ole Bakery)

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DELTA

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 9:00 a.m.

FELLOWSHIP Second Service 10:45 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

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

370 W. Main St., Cedaredge • 856-3830 P.O. Box 400, Cedaredge, CO 81413 Email: fbc@kaycee.net Senior Pastor Dik Abbott Sunday: Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 a.m.

Morning Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Children’s Church Available Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

AWANA and Youth 6:30 p.m.

table of 10. For reservations, tickets or more information, please call 580-7932, 874-3456 or

All Saints Lutheran prepares for Easter

COWBOY CHURCH AT THE Z-BARN

CHURCH OF CHRIST

860 Crawford Ave., Delta Carlos & Rosemary Sluder, Pastors – 874-0167 Benjamin y Eunice Aviña Addlescentes – 874-0517 Arturo & Alicia Carrasco, Children – 874-0771

at noon and the entertainment to begin shortly thereafter. Tickets are $10 apiece or $80 for a

HOTCHKISS COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ECKERT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 13025 Highway 65, Eckert • 835-3441 P.O. Box 7 Pastor Jo DeVinny Sunday: Morning Worship: Year Round 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School during worship Thursday: Bible Study Held at Big E Market 7:30 a.m.

2nd & Orchard, Hotchkiss • Office: 872-3540 Pastor John Hiestand • 872-4881 Sanctuary is handicapped accessible Children's and Adult’s Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Peace Circle, 2nd Tues.

12:30 p.m.

Wearhouse hours: Monday 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

UMW Meet 3rd Saturday 9:00 a.m.

National Historical Register site

NEW HOPE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HOTCHKISS

17464 Surface Creek Rd., Cedaredge 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 Ministry Center Men’s Prayer 2nd & 4th Sat. at church Youth Groups — schedules vary Call for time and place

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.

ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

628 Meeker St., Delta • 874-3300 CEDAREDGE COMMUNITY Father Canice Enyiaka UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Saturday: Confession 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3rd & Aspen, PO Box 369, Cedaredge • 970-856-3696 cedaredgecumc@tds.net Mass 5:30 p.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Deb Edwards Sunday: (Missouri Synod) Vickie Richards-Street, Pastoral Associate English Mass 10:00 a.m.

1000 Pioneer Road • 874-3052 Bob Watts, Pastor Emeritus Spanish Mass 12:00 Noon Pastor Jeffrey Ryan 9:00 a.m.

Daily Mass Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m. Sunday School 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 CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC) Youth Pastor: Eric Musil DELTA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1290 A St., Delta • 874-9497 Janet Noble - Children 5th & Meeker Streets, Delta • Office — 874-9501 Pastor: Randy Unruh Sunday School 9:00 a.m. church@deltamethodist.org Website: www.calvarydelta.org Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

Reverend Siaosi Prescott E-Mail: office@calvarydelta.org Wed. Family Night: Adult Bible Study, Sunday Worship Service 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Sunday: Youth & Children's Ministries 7:00 p.m.

5:30 p.m. Men's Breakfast (Saturday) Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Youth Group 7:00 a.m.

1st Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Communion Worship cedarag.org

PAONIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd and Onarga, Paonia • 970-527-3348 Pastor Russell Fletcher Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

Youth Group 6:00 p.m.

Child care provided every Sun. 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 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study following worship service Visitors Always Welcome.

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.

Discover Answers to Life’s Deepest Questions: Hope Channel 368 on Direct TV

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.

ST. JOSEPH’S TRADITIONAL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Latin Mass 59350 Carnation Rd., Olathe • 970-323-5057 Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m.

Rosary & Confessions 1/2 hour before each mass Daily masses as scheduled

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.

QUAKER SILENT WORSHIP 2900 Sunnyside Rd., Montrose (St. Paul’s Episcopal) 970-417-6639 or 970-874-8979 175 N. 1st St., Hotchkiss • 527-3225 Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Minister Windell Howard 11:30 a.m.

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Coffee, tea and fellowship

HOTCHKISS CHURCH OF CHRIST

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B8 Wednesday, February 20, 2013

STATE WRESTLING

Delta County Independent

Good Luck to our area Wrestlers at the

STATE WRESTLING TOURNAMENT Thursday, Friday and Saturday • February 21-23 at The Pepsi Center in Denver CEDAREDGE BRUINS 3A

PAONIA EAGLES 2A

Alejandro Alejandre - 182 lbs.

Brian Leahy - 170 lbs.

Jacob Ostrom - 120 lbs.

Austin Todd - 106 lbs.

Peter Williamson - 132 lbs.

Josh Altman - 113 lbs.

William Austin - 170 lbs.

Gunner Chesnik - 138 lbs.

Ty Coats - 145 lbs.

Tony Darling - 285 lbs.

Tyler Kendall - 195 lbs.

Zach Milner - 152 lbs.

Bo Pipher - 126 lbs.

Jorge Quinonez - 160 lbs.

Jesse Reed - 120 lbs.

Morgan Reider - 182 lbs.

Joel Simianer - 220 lbs.

Dylan Stroud - 132 lbs.

DELTA PANTHERS 4A Shane Anderson - 126 lbs.

Hunter Brasfield - 152 lbs.

David Brown - 113 lbs.

Kyle Collins - 195 lbs.

Marcus Garcia - 285 lbs.

Alfredo Rosales - 182 lbs.

HOTCHKISS BULLDOGS 3A OLATHE PIRATES 3A

Joe Boyle - 145 lbs.

Dustin Head - 152 lbs.

Jesse Head - 138 lbs.

Jake Hubbell - 106 lbs.

Tony Ibarra - 160 lbs.

Zack Taylor - 285 lbs.

Garrett Toothaker - 113 lbs.

Tommy Brew - 285 lbs.

Trenton Piatt - 120 lbs.

Ben Pridy - 126 lbs.

Troy Rose - 145 lbs.

Austin Shank - 113 lbs.

Jacob Solseth - 132 lbs.

Busy Corner

Andersen Garage

Market & White Kitchen

120 S. Grand Mesa Drive - Cedaredge

316 Main 323-5055

318 Main 323-6215

Olathe

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David E. James, D.D.S., P.C. Family Dentistry 1004 Main St. • Delta • 874-8071

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DELTA COUNTY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 1340 Hwy. 92 Delta • 874-7674

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Aspen Trails LLC Hotchkiss Automotive 3 Cool Miles North of Cedaredge on Hwy. 65

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437 Palmer P.O. Box 158 Delta

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945 S. Grand Mesa Dr., Cedaredge

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with 2 locations:

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Shelia’s Emporium

1501 E. 3rd Street • Delta, CO 81416 • 970-874-7681 www.deltahospital.org

Come see us after the event

Hellman Chevrolet Buick

Robert Helgeland Hotchkiss Inn 406 Highway 133 Storage Hotchkiss, CO 3328 1600 Rd. • Delta 874-7101

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Walk–Ins Walk –Ins Welcome

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KWIKI TIRE SERVICE 1680 S. Main • Delta

874-4590

Kwiki Anderson Farm Supply 453 West 8th Street Tire II Delta 872-4590 874-1125

35189 Hwy. 133 • Hotchkiss

The Cobbler

707 Main St. Delta 874-3711

Boutique 460 Main St., Delta • 874-6101

21764 R Road • Cedaredge

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DC HAWKINS AGENCY, INC. Complete Insurance Service

105 S.E. Frontier Ave., Suite E Cedaredge • 856-6046

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494 Hwy. 92 • Delta 874-3801

239 Grand Ave., Paonia

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PAONIA CARE & REHABILITATION CENTER 1625 Meadowbrook Blvd. • Paonia 527-4837

NORTH FORK MEDICAL CLINIC 310 W. Bridge St. Hotchkiss • 872-3121

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Offices in Hotchkiss, Paonia, Crawford, Delta, Westcliffe and Fountain

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SURFACE CREEK February 20, 2013

NEWS

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Section

www.deltacountyindependent.com

Diversion change will help Surface Creek water users

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Fogg and Butte ditch companies have received a court decreed change of diversion on Surface Creek that promises to improve water conservation and use in Surface Creek Valley.

As a result, the OCID irrigators will have a better chance of using the valley’s supply of extra springtime water on their fields and orchards before the water exits the valley and heads to downstream users.

The water court’s decree allows the two companies, which take their water out of Surface Creek at Eckert, to change the point of diversion as needed upstream to the Alfalfa Ditch headgate at Cedaredge.

The water court’s decree that confers the right for Butte and Fogg to take their water out at Cedaredge and place it into the Alfalfa Ditch offers a distinct advantage to irrigators and water managers, explained Jimmie Boyd, Orchard City trustee and former water commissioner to the Orchard City Town Board on Feb. 13.

The change allows spring flood water cascading down Surface Creek to divert

through Fruitgrowers Reservoir. That helps to modulate the large difference between day and night flows coming off of Grand Mesa snow melt in the spring.

In times past, water for the two ditch companies was diverted into the Alfalfa from time to time as determined necessary by District 40 water commissioners working out of the Cedaredge office. However, by gaining a water court decree, the water management advantages of using the Alfalfa headgate when needed are established in right.

Two years ago at the OCID’s annual meeting, irrigators and water managers were confident the application for point of diversion change would sail routinely through court.

Then, however, the Town of Cedaredge filed an unexpected objection fearing that additional water flowing in the Alfalfa through the town’s golf course housing development presented a risk to homeowners.

The issue was headed for trial in water court. But the town’s withdrawal of its objection finally allowed the decree to move forward unhindered.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Project perfect The perfect time for getting out that favorite project can come along during the clear, sunny days of a Surface Creek fall and winter.

Chamber’s shopper project will benefit CHS

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

This year the shopper discount card promotion by the Cedaredge Area Chamber of Commerce will benefit the Cedaredge High School athletic program.

That announcement was made by chamber president Larry Murphy at the chamber’s annual banquet held at The Graystone in Eckert on Feb. 15.

Final details of the promotion are still being worked out, Murphy said. “This will cost would need to be resolved for the chamber some money,” a cross connection armament he said. But the program is and project to move forward. expected to have full support Mayor Don Suppes named a from the same 41 local busifew of them: The cross con- nesses that participated last nection would have to include year. a certified backflow preventer Murphy explained that the to the town’s specifications. high school football team’s sucIt would be intended for cessful quest for the class 1A emergency use only, and an State Championship included “emergency” would have to be extra travel and other expensdefined in any agreement. es that had depleted funds for Also, issues of line flushing the athletic department’s prowould have to be worked out. grams. Hopes are that sales of Water rates need to be estab- the shopper discount card will lished, and there may also be sufficiently high to probe other issues to deal with, vide a significant boost to the board members noted. school program’s resources.

Trustee Craig Fuller “Every dollar raised will go recalled the time ten years 100 percent to the high school ago when the town had been athletic program,” Murphy asked to take over the Coalby said. Participating local busiSystem.The last time there nesses are being asked if they were serious talks about join- can provide the maximum ing the two systems that draw possible value to their parsource water from the Ward ticipation in the program this Creek drainage was in 2002- year and encourage sales of 03. Suppes noted that the idea the card to help high school has been brought up at other athletics. times also.

The discount card promoA decade ago the Coalby tion fits right in with the system was facing drought chamber’s overall mission of supply problems and expen- working to encourage local sive compliance issues from residents of Cedaredge and state health department’s the Surface Creek valley to drinking water regulations. support local business by Coalby at that time wanted shopping at home and not to connect its domestic service driving to other communities through Orchard City’s treat- for what they can find here. ment plant.

Members of the Cedaredge Those discussions resulted Area chamber of Commerce in a “no deal” decision from annually take a time out from WATER TALKS TO C2 personal business and com-

Coalby water talks back on the table

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Discussions about cross connecting the Orchard City and Coalby Domestic Water systems are on the table again.

During a report from the town trustee water committee on Feb. 13, Trustee Jimmie Boyd reported that Coalby representatives have approached the town about a possible “emergency backup connection” between the two water systems.

Boyd explained that according to discussions held during a recent water committee meeting, Coalby representatives said they have a two-inch line that crosses the town’s new pressurized West Main transmission line. If a secure cross connection could be completed there, it would have the ability to serve 95 percent of Coalby’s taps in an emergency, such as a line break or a treatment plant event. The private Coalby Domestic company currently has 132 taps, with 113 of them active.

Boyd explained that the connection would be intended for emergency use. Coalby has offered to pay costs of the connection and has told the town “that they have the money,” Boyd reported.

Orchard City trustees saw a number of issues that

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Cedaredge Area Chamber of Commerce president Larry Murphy presents a card with token of thanks to office staffer Carol Peterson during the Chamber’s annual banquet at The Graystone in Eckert on Feb. 15. munity service work for a time of reflecting on past success and looking forward to new challenges at their annual banquet event. It is a social occasion that attracted about 30 this year to a dinner at The Graystone in Eckert. The Graystone features a house specialty of prime rib, and its lasagna is another popular entree choice on the menu.

The CACC’s board of directors is a working board whose members take on chamber projects in addition to running their own businesses and their busy family lives.

Community activities and events sponsored by the chamber through the year, in addition to the annual banquet, include AppleFest, the Golden Gala, the street dance in July, a golf tournament, the Parade of Lights, and the Sweetheart Dance that took place Feb. 16.

In addition, the chamber is

planning to host an ice fishing event on Grand Mesa in March, Murphy said.

The chamber is looking forward to the possibility of the town completing street improvements in the downtown business corridor this year. The town government is hoping to complete an ambitious street and landscape improvement program downtown intended to improve the ambiance and pedestrian appeal there.

Murphy noted that the chamber will be working with the town government to ensure that access to businesses is available throughout any work, and that activities associated with AppleFest are not disrupted by work if the improvement project moves forward as hoped.

Looking forward, Murphy said, “The chamber is going to be a part of the changes coming to Cedaredge.”

Market values spur Eckert sales

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

If the sale contract on Orchard City’s 4,300-squarefoot Eckert storage building (a former county road department shop built in 1930) closes as expected on March 4, the town will net about $18 per square foot from the deal.

The sale of another landmark commercial property at Eckert in December indicates that real estate asking prices may have found a market – albeit a value-priced market, in the view of some.

The former Odd Fellows Hall at North Road, a twostory, 4,200-square-foot building dating from 1908 had carried an asking price

of $179,000. The County assessor’s market value on the structure was set at $168,000.

The Eckert IOOF Hall sold in December, according to county records, to Christopher John Baril for $116,000.

That calculates to about $27 per square foot.

For value comparison, real estate buffs would note that the Orchard City structure is an “as is” buy needing substantial repair and upgrade, depending on the intended use, and it has a partial dirt floor.

The IOOF building is fully fit for use or occupancy both upstairs and down. It includes kitchen facilities.

One other landmark

Eckert commercial building still on the market is the Eckert Motors facility. At 7,830 square feet of ready-

use shop and office space with attached living quarters, its asking price brings it in at about $37 per square

foot.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Old county shops: owner will net about $18 per square foot from contract sale.

Eckert IOOF Hall: seller took a major discount from the original asking price.

Eckert Motors: Big shop and office includes living quarters at $37 per square foot.

C2 Wednesday, February 20, 2013

SURFACE CREEK NEWS

Senior center honors two volunteers

BY VERNA BARR Staff Writer

Valentine’s Day has become a special time for board members at the Cedaredge Senior Center to name a man and a woman as sweethearts (volunteers honored for their dedicated service at the meal site).

Jack Bennett received this special recognition for faithfully arriving early each Monday or Tuesday to help set up tables and chairs to get the dining room ready for the noon meal. He said he’s been doing this for about 10 years. Why? He said, “Somebody’s got to do it!”

Kay Callahan was also chosen by the board for this honor. She usually comes to the center for every meal and has done so for the past five years.

When contacted the day before, she willingly does any of the tasks she is asked to do and said, “I’m always happy to help wherever needed!”

Delta County Independent

Water talks FROM PAGE C1 the town, and Coalby has since constructed and upgraded its own treatment plant that is compliant with health department regulations.

The Grand Mesa Water Conservancy District has supported the concept of cross connection, and even of merging elements

of the four domestic water supplies in the Surface/ Ward creek drainages if possible.

There is a cross connection that has long existed between the Town of Cedaredge and the Upper Surface Creek Domestic (USCD) system.

That connection is also for emergency use and

dates back to the time when the USCD treated its raw water supplies at the Cedaredge treatment plant, of which it is still part owner. The private USCD has since constructed its own treatment plant and takes its supplies from Surface Creek at higher elevation.

Barnelopet is a fun ski day for kids

Photo by Verna Barr

Jack Bennett and Kay Callahan were named honorary sweethearts on Valentine’s Day for their volunteer work at the Cedaredge Senior Center.

Honorees were present- gift items and applauded ed with a basket of several by those present.

On Saturday, March 2, the Barnelopet, a fun cross-country ski event for young people ages 3 to 16, will be held at the Skyway Nordic Area on the Grand Mesa (between mile markers 32 and 33 on Highway 65).

Registration begins at 10 a.m. with a free instructional clinic and learn-to-ski lessons following at 11 a.m. Beginner fun races of 1, 2 and 5 kilometers will be held, with everyone a winner.

Hot drinks and snacks will be provided. Please bring a sack lunch and your own or rented equipment, as none will be provided on site. Also bring sunscreen, sunglasses and water, and plan on a fun time learning and enjoying a healthy outdoor winter activity.

All kids will receive a special medallion for participating.

Adults are needed to cheer on the athletes. Bring your cowbells and cameras for those great action shots.

“Barnelopet” is a

Norwegian word that translated means “The Children’s Race.” These events are held to encourage and promote the healthy, exhilarating sport of cross-country skiing while emphasizing its connection to the people and culture of Norway and Scandinavia.

This is the 11th annual ski race day and is cosponsored by Sons of Norway Vestafjell Lodge and the Grand Mesa Nordic Council. For more information call Ron at 2491869 or Tom at 434-9753.

Plants of the Western Slope A look at local flora with Evelyn Horn Southwestern Colorado Wildflowers I’m a native of Colorado, but years ago I left to teach school in Las Vegas, Nev. There I met the native plants of the Mojave Desert and I’ve been amazed and enamored by all native plants since then. Now I’m “into birds” but my first love is still native

Eckert Crane Days are coming Businesses and organizations wanting to be included in the informational handout for Eckert Crane Days — March 15-17 — are invited to submit their contact information to eckertcranedays@gmail. com.

There is no charge.

Photo © Al Schneider

plants, and many of my columns for the Delta County Independent have been about our ’dobe wildflowers.

And I have an exciting new tool, my computer. Through my com-

puter I have found www. swcoloradowildflowers. com with plants found within a 150-mile radius of the Four Corners.

If you’ve been reading my columns lately, you’ve probably seen Al Schneider’s photos in my work. The Old-Man-ofthe-Mountain pictured here is found in our alpine regions (above tree limit). Notice the fine, wooly hairs on the plant (to protect against ultraviolet radiation at high elevations). I have neither the equipment nor the skill to capture

such exquisite detail in a photo! So now, when the winter blues come calling, I just go to the website and admire gorgeous flowers!

This group, San Juan/Four Corners Native Plant Society, has monthly winter meetings at Fort Lewis College in Durango with presentations by college students, faculty and guest speakers. Summer brings twenty or so field trips gauged for those who just want to experience the beauty of our native plants, or for those who want to learn more or those who want to delve into the details.

Of course, the meetings and trips are open to the public. The group works with botanical and environmental groups in Colorado, Arizona, Utah and New Mexico and they are part of the San Juan Chapter of the Native Plant Society of New Mexico.

The website, www. swcoloradowildflowers. com has not only the names of plants but information on habitat, the location of the plant pictured, botanical information, and even an offer to send your photo to them for help in identifying a “mystery plant.” Plus, an app is available.

Miller is student of the month

BY HANK LOHMEYER Come enjoy All You Can Eat Rocky Mountain Oysters & Chicken Tenders. Stay for the Member Auction to bid on your favorite FFA Member or Team. Members & Teams will be sold to the highest bidder in exchange for one eight-hour work day.

CEDAREDGE HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Thur., Feb. 21 FFA Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry and Member Auction, Dinner at 5:30 p.m., Auction at 7:00 p.m.

Feb. 21-23 State Wrestling Finals in Denver.

Fri., Feb. 22 Basketball at Roaring Fork, 4:00, 5:30 & 7:00 p.m.; District FFA Dance, 6:00 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 23 FFA Shoot, 10:00 a.m.

Mon., Feb. 25 Spring Sports Practice Begins.

Go Bruins!

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856-3185

Staff Writer

Grant Miller, a senior at Delta High School, has been named the Orchard City student of the Month for February.

Grant carries a 3.5 grade point average and is interested in pursuing studies in mechanical engineering.

He intends to join the Army. In his spare time he likes hunting and fishing.

Grant was presented with the student of the month honor at the town board’s Feb. 13 regular meeting. “Thanks for being a good citizen of

Holiday concert’s surprise ending

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Valentine’s Day provided the occasion for a special musical performance by Mary Ann Rathburn and Marty Rathburn for the Friends of the Cedaredge Library, and the performance had a very special surprise ending.

The Rathburn’s performed sentimental selections for the occasion from the 1940s and 50s by popular composers Johnny Mercer, Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein, and George Gershwin. The numbers performed included “Unforgettable,” “On the Street Where You Live,” “I’ll Never Smile Again,” “Love Walked In,” and others, including a sing-

along of “When You Wish Upon a Star.”

The performance took place at the library preceding the Friends regular meeting. At the ending there was a surprise appearance by four members of the Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus who had been invited to present a Valentine’s Day concert for Rathburn. She is also the music director for the chorus.

The quartet, called Rocky Road, is comprised of Bill Snyer, Tim Davis, Rod Ragsdale and Vern Dockter.

The Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus is giving its annual show June 15 at the Montrose Pavilion.

Tickets for the annual show are available from chorus members.

Grant Miller Orchard City,” said Mayor Don Suppes in making the presentation.

Grant is the son of Elizabeth Monzingo of Austin.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Library serenade

Oyster fry and member auction is Thursday The Cedaredge FFA is hosting its annual Rocky Mountain oyster fry and member auction on Thursday, Feb. 21. The event will be held in the Cedaredge High School cafeteria. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the auction at 7 p.m.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Mary Ann and Marty Rathburn presented a concert of holiday-appropriate songs on Valentine’s Day for the Friends of the Cedaredge Library. The performance concluded with a special, surprise ending.

Enjoy a great meal of Rocky Mountain oysters or chicken tenders and then bid on an FFA member or team in exchange for one eight-hour work day.

Tickets at the door are $12 for adults and $7 for children.

Staff and patrons at the Cedaredge Library got a surprise visit and a serenade from members of Rocky Road, a barbershop quartet comprised of members from the Black Canyon Chorus.

The four men, outfitted in the right Valentine’s Day attire, had arrived for a special performance honoring Mary Ann Rathburn, the Black Canyon Chorus’ music director, who had just given her own concert for the Library Friends group. Before leaving, the men performed a song for the library staff. “They treat us well here,” said one library worker. Members of the Rocky Road quartet are Rod Ragsdale, Bill Snyer, Tim Davis and Vern Dockter.

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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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Fox tale has a happy ending A couple in Durango have been witness to some fascinating fox this year. In April, a male gray fox came into their yard outside Durango and placed his daughters, one alive the other dead for them to see. They approached, he backed off. They called Roubideau Rim Wildlife Rescue (RRWR) in Olathe for help, and Brenda Miller advised them to take the little one to the Durango Vet Clinic. The mother gray fox was found dead on a nearby road.

Staff at the clinic started an IV, as she was severely dehydrated. A district wildlife manager transported the fox to the Morningstar Vet clinic in Montrose several days later. From there she went to Roubideau Rim Wildlife Rescue in Olathe. She was kept indoors in a large carrier for a couple of days, then outside into a large cage with a red fox kit. The cage has huge boulders in it, which the fox eventually dug holes under, two dead trees and a huge branch of a pine tree. The cage is an unusual shape, as one side goes under

tree branches and over a small cliff. Two plastic tarps were on the chicken wire top, to provide some shade besides the trees during summer. Cages for wildlife must always receive lots of sunshine year round. There were also a couple of wooden houses with hay inside for the fox to sleep/hide in.

The fox were fed road kill including snakes, donated deer, elk, mice, rabbit and crane meat, along with vegetables, fruit and mealworms.

They were very fond of the crane meat, cherries, raspberries and peas. The

last three weeks prior to release, live mice and rabbits were fed. RRWR breeds rabbits for wildlife food, and also receives culls from a family who raises them commercially for meat, and a 4-H youth.

A relay team of Colorado Parks & Wildlife volunteers was set up to transport the two fox back to Durango on Aug. 2 for an evening release.

The red fox accompanied the gray fox right back to where the gray fox was found. The couple who originally found her had been watching the father fox all summer. On Fri-

day evening, Aug. 3, the couple called to report (yelling with great excitement!) they had just seen the released gray fox with her father, and the new female he was hanging out with! The red fox was seen a week later. All fox were seen clear into late fall.

Now, the gray fox has her father to teach her to hunt. When baby wild animals are raised by humans, they have very little chance of survival in the wild. They do not know where to find food, how to hunt, seek shelter, water, and who their predators are. They do not know whose territory they are in. When wildlife rehabbers release creatures back into the wild, most times they are releasing into territory that is already occupied by the species being released. This is a rare instance of a known successful release from a rehabilitation situation.

It took some compassionate citizens and numerous volunteers to help this gray fox and red fox return to the wild.

Brenda Miller wishes to thank the couple who

paid attention and took immediate action to find proper care for the gray fox, wildlife officials, veterinarians and their staff, and the families who provided milk and food for the wildlife.

“Wildlife in Colorado belongs to the people of the state,” Miller said. “It is everyone’s responsibility to take care of the environment in which these creatures live, which we must share with them.

Just look at what it took to care for a gray fox and red fox, to raise them with proper food, to give them the chance to learn

to kill their prey before release, and to see that they get the freedom to live their lives in the proper environment for them, so they may make their own decisions, to breed and continue their species in freedom. That’s all they want, freedom.”

Roubideau Rim Wildlife Rescue is a 501c3 organization that depends upon the monetary support from the public in order to continue to take in wildlife. Contact them at rrwildliferehab@gmail. com or visit their facebook page: http://bit.ly/ RRWR-Facebook.

rytimes are Tuesdays starting 10 a.m. Contact Paonia Library at 5273470. *** Literacy Programs Free adult English as Second Language classes in Paonia. Call Julee at (970) 200-5339 for more information. *** Free adult English as Second Language evening classes at the Hotchkiss Library. Call Adriana at 874-9630 for

more information. *** Free adult English as Second Language evening classes at the Delta Library. Call Adriana at 874-9630 for more information. *** Free GED Classes.

For classes in Cedaredge and Delta, call Catherine at 856-3470. For more information about classes in Hotchkiss and Paonia, call Julee at (970) 2005339.

What’s up at your library?

The Delta County Libraries offer many educational and entertaining activities and events for you and your family to enjoy. If you 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.

“Clutter Control for Computers.” Friday, Feb. 22, 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 February and March from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Genealogy. “Who’s Who in Whoville.”

Monthly genealogy group meets to help each other with genealogy the first Friday of every month at 10:30 a.m.

Teen Scene. “Making Rain Sticks.” Friday, March 1, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Computer Class.

“Internet for Beginners.”

Friday, March 8, at 10:30 a.m. Contact the Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Teens and Tweens.

“Social Media Safety.”

Tuesday, March 12, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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

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

Crawford Wii and Waffles. Kids of all ages, come have fun playing Wii games, and enjoy a waffle and juice treat! Thursday, Feb. 21, and March 7 from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Tweens Book Club.

Book discussions, creative writing, journaling, and play production.

Refreshments will be served! Every Wednesday in February and March from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Computer Tutor.

Librarians will be available to help you with questions and problems about computers or mobile devices. Just drop in during the hours listed below or call ahead for a specific time. Feb. 28 from 3 to 5 p.m.

Movie for Kids.

Guess the movie title from a clue — the first five kids who guess it correctly will win a prize!

Movie clue for Saturday, March 2: A rodent changes the course of geologic history by causing the earth’s land masses to move into place. Write down your answer and bring it to the Crawford Library. Movie shown the

first Saturday of every month from 4 to 6 p.m.

Computer Security for You! A VITAL short class for you, and it is free!

Delta County Libraries’ techie dude, John Gavan, will explain how important it is to keep your personal computers and mobile devices up-to-date on virus and other protections. He will tell you how to do this free and what can happen if you DON’T. Monday, March 4, at 10 a.m.

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

Delta Teens. “Mardi Gras Party.” Join us as we celebrate with games, snacks, and plenty of fun! Thursday, Feb. 21, at 4:30 p.m.

Adult Book Club.

The selection for February is “The Grapes of Wrath” by John Steinbeck. Saturday, Feb. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. Contact Delta Library at 8749630 to get a copy of the book.

Club 4-5. “Mardi Gras Party.” Celebrate with games, snacks, and plenty of fun! Thursday, Feb. 28, at 4:30 p.m.

Teens. “Phase Ten” card game. Come and play an exciting, fastpaced card game. Prizes will be awarded to the winner! Thursday, March 7, at 4:30 p.m.

Basic Computer Classes Tuesdays in March from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Contact the library at 874-9630 to sign up.

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

For information, call the library at 874-9630.

Hotchkiss Computer Tutor.

Librarians will be available to help you with questions and problems about computer or mobile devices. Tuesday-Thursday by appointment.

Contact the library at 872-4153 for details.

Teen Program.

Come have fun playing Wii games. Wednesday, March 6, at 1:30 p.m.

Computer Security for You! A VITAL short class for you, and it is free!

Delta County Libraries’ techie dude, John Gavan, will explain how important it is to keep your personal computers and mobile devices up-to-date on virus and other protections. He will tell you how to do this free and what can happen if you DON’T. Tuesday, March 12, at 4 p.m.

Storytimes. Storytimes for babies, tots and preschoolers are Wednes-

days starting at 10 a.m.

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

Paonia One-on-One Computer Classes. Individualized instruction with any computer or electronic device. Call the library at 527-3470 to schedule a time that is convenient for you!

Armchair Travel Series. Local travelers share their adventures.

Tuesday, Feb. 26 and March 12 at 6 p.m. Contact the library at 5273470 for more information.

Art Show at Paonia Library. Featuring Lane Taplin, artist in residence at Elsewhere Studios in Paonia. She is working on fiber-based sculpture and weaving as well as collaborating with the North Fork Valley Heart and Soul project and Paonia residents to produce a multi-disciplinary, interactive storytelling project. Friday, March 1, from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

A.M. Bookies. The theme for March is religion and spirituality.

Participants may read any book in these subject areas. Each person gives a brief review of his/her book followed by a discussion. Wednesday, March 6, at 9 a.m.

Boys’ Book Club – Join the boys club!

We meet once a month and discuss our favorite books. Wednesday, March 6, at 4 p.m.

Women Writing the West. Barbara Richardson reads from her book, “Tributary” and Jana Richman delights us reading from her book “The Ordinary Truth.”

Thursday, March 7, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

French Club. Kids in seventh grade and up come and explore different countries that speak French while learning the language with our online language database, Mango. Tuesday, March 5, at 4:30 p.m.

Storytimes.

Baby, tot and preschooler sto-

Multi-instrumental master of roots & bluegrass Saturday, February 23 8:00 p.m. $35

Overnight backcountry hut trips with professional photographer Raynor Czerwinski Full Mo Moon n Workshop: Workshop: Monday, February 24, 12:00 Noon thru Tuesday, February 25, 12:00 Noon, $225 New Moon-Milky Mo n-Milky Way Workshop: Workshop: Monday, March 11 at 12:00 Noon thru Tuesday, March 12 at 12:00 Noon, $225

COMING UP: ROCK & ROLL VS. CLASSICAL SHOWDOWN with classical pianist Alpin Hong and surf garage band Crushed Out – technical sonatas battle Black Sabboth power chords.

Wednesday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. $25 adults, $15 students 18 and under

VAGABOND OPERA Liberated and reinvented bohemian caberet and neo-classical opera Friday, March 15, 8:00 p.m. $25 / $20 in advance

DONAVON FRANKENREITER Beach-oriented vibes, honey-thick vocals and master guitar work Thursday, March 21, 8:00 p.m. $35 / $30 in advance ..........................................

PIPER GALLERY CALL FOR ENTRIES An affordable venue for local and regional artists for one to two week shows running June 13–October 15 Application guidelines found on the Center’s website under “Visual Arts” then “Piper Gallery” Deadline for submissions: Monday, March 18

TO PURCHASE TICKETS: www.crestedbuttearts.org, (970) 349–7487, ext. 3 BOX OFFICE: 606 6th St., Crested Butte, Colorado The Center for the Arts is an intimate venue of 215 seats enriching lives with music, dance, theatre, film, and comedy as well as full roster of visual art and dance workshops for adults.

Check the website for full program offerings.

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152-pounder wrestles for cousin

Delta sending six to state

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

After an upset win over No. 3 seed Nick Nira of Thompson Valley in Friday’s quarterfinal round, Delta senior Hunter Brasfield received kudos from his coaches, a roaring cheer from the stands, and a big hug from his dad, Scott Brasfield. The win sent him into the 4A Region 4 semifinals on Saturday, and put him one step closer to qualifying for this week’s state tournament.

Brasfield then slipped into a white T-shirt that read, “Win the day for Jamie.”

“He’s my cousin,” said Brasfield of Jamie Brasfield, of Vernal, Utah.

Jamie grew up in Rangely, and was a state placer on the Panthers wrestling team. A year ago, Jamie was diagnosed with cancer, said Brasfield. For the last few months he was treated for an aggressive form of melanoma. “Ever since I found that out I’ve been wrestling for Jamie,” said Brasfield, who wrestles at 152. He finished the season at 24-9 and won 17 of his last 20 matches.

Jamie Brasfield passed away last Wednesday at the age of 30.

“It’s all I think about every day,” said Brasfield, his voice shaking from a mixture of sadness and excitement. “Today is Jamie’s day. Every day is Jamie’s day. I just don’t

want to let him down.

He’s up there watching.”

Brasfield’s cheering section included his parents, two grandmothers, and his girlfriend, Kaitlyn Suppes. His sister, junior Brittany Brasfield, would have been there, too, but is a forward for the Delta girls basketball team and had a game Friday. The Lady Panthers defeated Summit that night, and Palisade on Saturday to remain undefeated and ranked first in the 4A Western

Slope League.

While the family traveled to Arizona for Jamie’s memorial last week, Hunter and Brittany “have been home and practicing and trying to keep things rolling,” said Trudy Brasfield.

“It was really, really, really hard on him,” said Trudy. “Hunter was really close to Jamie.”

Head coach Clayton Curtis credited Brasfield for wrestling a smart match against Nira, and for keeping his cool under

the immense emotional and physical stress. “They got in a little scramble and instead of panicking he just stayed calm and kept wrestling through the scramble,” said Curtis. “He ended up pinning a really good kid.”

Brasfield lost in the semifinals to No. 2 seed Cody Soulka of Falcon, then wrestled back to a fourth-place finish to qualify for state. Five other wrestlers also qualified for the state meet, which opens tomorrow at

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta coaches Luis Meza, center, and Clayton Curtis congratulate 152-pound senior Hunter Brasfield after an upset win sent him into the 4A Region 4 semifinals. Brasfield, who placed fourth and was one of six Delta wrestlers to qualify for this week’s state tournament, was wrestling in memory of his late cousin.

the Pepsi Center in Denver.

Senior Shane Anderson (126) suffered an upset in his opening match, then regrouped to win four straight matches and place third. Anderson is Delta’s only returning state qualifier.

David Brown (113) and Alfredo Rosales (182) also wrestled in Saturday’s semifinal round. Brown was the No. 1 seed and knew after advancing to the semifinals that state wasn’t yet a sure thing.

“I still have some tough matches,” said Brown, a sophomore and secondyear varsity wrestler, “but I’ve just got to keep my mind straight and keep the confidence.”

After getting pinned in the semifinals, Brown won his remaining matches, defeating Emmanuel Sandoval of Montrose (23-9) by a 6-1 decision to place third.

Rosales also lost by pinfall in the semis and won two in a row to place third.

Heavyweight Marcus Garcia was upset in the opening round, then won four consecutive matches, placing third after defeating No. 2 seed Matt Isaacs of Thompson Valley.

“We were expecting him to wrestle in the semis,” said Curtis at the end of Friday’s second round of wrestling. “Even the easy ones that we thought we were going to have, they ended up not

being easy... That’s wrestling for you. Anything can happen.”

Senior Kyle Collins also qualified for state.

Collins wrestled to a 4-2 regional record to place fourth at 195 pounds.

Lino Ortiz (220) lost in his opening match to No. 1 seed Andy Armstrong of Eagle Valley (36-0).

Ortiz was 3-2 to place sixth. Derek Horn (145) finished at 3-3 to place sixth.

Junior Hayes McCracken (21-18) was seeded 10th and opened with an upset win by pinfall over Quintin Day of Palisade. Three weeks earlier, Day had defeated McCracken with a firstround pin. In the quarterfinals, McCracken lost by a 15-14 decision to a 28-9 wrestler from Summit. The match ended in a controversial call by the referee. “He did an excellent job,” said Curtis of McCracken. “He gave it everything he had.”

Jayden Chynoweth (106, 26-12) and Kory Mills (170, 23-16) were 2-2 for the tournament, and Kodie Komives (138, 9-23) and Cordell Stroud (160, 24-11) finished at 1-2.

Delta was in fifth place with 73.5 points at the close of Friday’s competition and ended the tournament in fourth place with 141.5 points.

Thompson Valley won the 17-team tournament with 231 points.

Eagles’ matmen dominate

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The No. 1 ranked Paonia Eagles powered their way through the 2A Region 1 wrestling tournament, qualifying 13 wrestlers for state competition, which opens tomorrow at the Pepsi Center in Denver. In 2012, Paonia was the second team in state history to qualify for state in all 14 weight classes (a record still not mentioned in the Colorado High School Activi-

ties Association’s record books). In 2011, they sent 12 to state.

Paonia claimed eight regional champions Saturday and earned 304 points to win its sixth consecutive regional team title. Dove Creek was second with 189.5 points, and Meeker placed third with 164.5 points.

Josh Altman (113), Jesse Reed (120) and Tony Darling (285) claimed their second regional title. Also wrestling to

Photo by Tamie Meck

Wrestling in the 2A Region 1 semifinals, Paonia 195-pounder Tyler “TK” Kendall sets Rangely’s Drew Collins up for a pin. Kendall, a senior who played basketball his junior year, was undefeated to claim the regional title.

first place were freshman Bo Pipher at 126, sophomore Gunnar Chesnik at 138, juniors William Austin at 170 and Joel Simianer at 220, and senior Tyler Kendall at 195.

While he’s been deep into state baseball playoffs, this is Kendall’s first foray into state wrestling.

After wrestling on the junior varsity team his freshman and sophomore years, he spent last winter playing basketball.

“It’s been pretty fun, it’s been pretty crazy,” said Kendall, who opened the season at 182, then lost a wrestle-off to Morgan Reider and was moved up to 195.

“I was hoping to qualify and place at state.

That was my goal,” said Kendall, whose dad, Donnie Kendall, wrestled for Paonia High School and “loves wrestling.” His cousin, Andy Laiminger, was a four-time state placer for the Eagles.

“Now I want to do a little more,” said Kendall. He enters state competition seeded at No. 3 and with a 24-4 record.

Kendall gave credit to head coach Andy Pipher for his success. A lot of

people had their doubts, he said, but those doubts just fueled his motivation. Pipher told him, “You treat every match like it’s the toughest match you’ll ever have, so that’s what I do.” After discovering he could have a great season, he had to deal with getting overconfident, “because that’s when you get beat.”

Of the 12 wrestlers who went into Saturday’s semifinal round, two — Ty Coats at 145, and Zach Milner at 152 — were defeated. Coats and Milner, along with 132-pound senior Dylan Stroud, all wrestled back to place third.

Jorge Quinonez (160) and Reider were seeded at No. 1 and both lost by decision in the championship round to place second.

Seven Eagles wrestlers, Altman, Reed, Coats, Quinonez, Reider, Simianer and Darling, are returning state qualifiers.

This will be the third year for Coats to compete at the state tournament.

“It’ll be fun,” said Kendall. “This team’s pretty good.”

Photo by Tamie Meck

Paonia freshman Bo Pipher sets TJ Richard of North Park up for a pin in Saturday’s regional semifinal round. Pipher pinned his way to the Region 1 title and is one of 13 Paonia wrestlers to qualify for the 2A state tournament, which opens Thursday.

Delta girls sweep 4A WSL

foes; unbeaten in league

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

For the second straight year, Delta High School’s Lady Panther basketball team has established new school records. Last year’s 20-5 season included a trip to the round of 16.

All the Lady Panthers have done this season is win the 4A league title for the third straight year.

Only this year, Delta is the sole holder of that

title. No team was closer than three games when the final standings were posted.

And, for the first time in school history, Delta rolled through league play with a perfect 14-0 record. Delta’s 16-game winning streak ranks in the top three for 4A schools.

Delta knocked off Summit, 94-21, on Friday and steamed past Palisade 49-30 on Saturday.

Delta 94, Summit 21 Delta scored a seasonhigh 94 points against the visiting Tigers from Summit High School in Frisco.

Skylyn Webb and Callie Gafford combined for enough points in the first quarter to outscore Summit by themselves. Webb pumped in 14 points and Gafford added 10 as Delta raced to a 26-2 lead after eight minutes of play.

Brooke Taylor and

Erin Zunich scored six points each in the second quarter helping the Lady Panthers to a 28-4 run and a halftime lead of 54-6.

An eight-point third period for Webb and eight from Gafford in the fourth helped Delta outscore the Tigers 40-15 in the second half.

Webb finished the game with 28 points and Gafford had 23 to lead DELTA GIRLS TO C5

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta senior Brooke Taylor scores two of her 12 points against Summit after grabbing an offensive rebound. Watching the play is Callie Gafford (40).

Summit’s Michelle Frias (14) and Kardina Kincenaite (35) defend.

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Todd beats Pfau, Bruins sending four to state

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

Photo by Kelley Cox/GSPI

Hotchkiss senior Joe Boyle controls Ruben Chagoya of Basalt to win a 3A Region 1 title Saturday at Grand Valley High School. Boyle is one of seven state qualifiers, and one of four returning state competitors for the Bulldogs.

‘Dogs’ claim two titles, 7 going to state

Freshman 106-pounder Austin Todd kept his word. Todd entered the 3A Region 1 tournament as the No. 2 seed and resolved to defeat the No. 1 seed, female wrestler Cody Pfau of Grand Valley, if they met up in the finals.

Todd did just that, pinning his way to the finals and upsetting the senior and two-time state qualifier Saturday by a 13-0 major decision to claim the 3A Region 1 title.

Todd, who was one of five Bruins to qualify for this week’s state tournament, pinned a Moffat County wrestler to advance to the semifinals, where he won by an 8-5 decision over third-seeded Justin O’Dell (31-10) of Gunnison.

Prior to Saturday, Todd was 1-2 against Pfau, who at 26-5 is considered the most successful female wrestler in the state. Todd is the No. 2 seed going in to state competition and is one of eight freshmen wrestling in the 106-pound division.

At 132, Peter Williamson overcame a sprained ankle suffered in his opening match of the Western Slope Duals on Feb. 8 to qualify for state.

Williamson pinned Hank Edwards of Hotchkiss with one second remaining in the first round to

ty (20-16) to advance to the championship round, The Hotchkiss Bull- where he placed second dogs claimed two region- to Austin Shank of Olathe al champions and will (31-4).

Tony Ibarra placed send seven wrestlers to the 2A state wrestling third in the 160-pound tournament. The Class division after falling in 3A Region 1 tournament the third round to tournawas held Feb. 15 and 16 ment champion Michael at Grand Valley High Salazar of Grand Valley.

With five wrestlers School.

Seniors Joe Boyle (145) competing in the 106and Zack Taylor (285) pound division, junior were undefeated to claim Jake Hubbell (19-12) only needed one win to earn regional titles.

Twin brothers Dustin a ticket to state. HubHead and Jesse Head will bell advanced on byes to both represent Hotchkiss the semifinals, where he at state. At 152, Dustin lost by major decision Head (17-10) placed third to senior Cody Pfau of at regionals and is a Grand Valley. Hubbell returning state qualifier. placed fourth with a win This will be Jesse’s first over Moffat County.

Boyle (32-3) is one of trip to state. He pinned his way to the champion- four returning state qualship round and lost by ifiers for the Bulldogs. He pinfall to No. 1-seeded entered the regional tourBrandon Coleman (36-2) nament as the No. 1 seed of Salida to finish sec- and battled No. 2 Ruben Chagoya of Basalt, winond.

Junior Garrett ning by decision to claim

BY TAMIE MECK Toothaker entered region- the Region 1 title.

DCI Sports Writer Toothaker and Tayal competition as the No. Things are getting 2 seed at 113 pounds. lor are also repeat state interesting in the boys’ Toothaker pinned Ashlee qualifiers.

Griffiths of Moffat CounWRESTLING TO C6 2A Western Slope basketball conference. With less than a week until District 5 playoffs begin, just where each of the teams will finish remains anyone’s guess.

With Hotchkiss dropping from 3A there is now an even number of teams, and four of them, Rangely, Hotchkiss, West Grand and Paonia, were 6-4 in league play after last weekend’s action. Paonia and Hotchkiss both upset Rangely (7-11 overall, 6-4 WSL) over the weekend, and both lost to No. 2 Meeker — Hotchkiss by four points (65-61) and Paonia by nine (60-51).

As of Monday, Hayden (16-2 overall, 11-0 WSL) is in first place in the 1A/2A WSL. Meeker (135, 8-2) is holding on to second. Of the teams with records lower than Hayden, Meeker has the best overall record, with Hotchkiss one game behind at 12-6. West Photo by Tamie Meck Grand is at 9-9, Soroco at Hotchkiss and Paonia’s boys’ basketball teams are 8-9, and Paonia is 8-10.

With one game remaintied at 6-4 along with West Grand and Rangely. The tie between Hotchkiss and Paonia was broken this ing, the only team standweek when the two teams squared off on Tuesday, ing unlikely to change is Feb. 19. Those results will be published next week. Hayden. The Tigers won

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DCI Sports Writer

advance to the semifinals. Williamson lost by technical fall to Adam Visconti (35-8) of Middle Park, then wrestled back with first-round wins by pinfall over Ivan Loya of Basalt and Sabyn Diamond of Buena Vista to place third.

Bruin freshman Jacob Ostrom opened with a 170 win over Grand Valley.

He was pinned by No. 1 seed Trenton Piatt of Olathe (38-0) and won in consolation semifinals to advance to the third-place round. He won by a 16-4 major decision over Issik Herod of Moffat County to place third.

Junior Brian Leahy (170) was poised to place in the top four and opened with a first-round pin over Middle Park, then fell to Grand Valley’s No. 2 seed, Bryan Hegwood, in the semifinals. Leahy finished with pins over Salida and Coal Ridge to place third.

Alejandro Alejandre qualified for state after placing fourth in the 182 division. Only the top four placers in each of the regions advances to state competition.

At 126, junior Ty Morton was 1-3 to place fifth.

At 195, Landon Eckhart also placed fifth.

Beau Hebert (138, 1917) opened with a firstround pin over Lake County, and lasted 3 minutes, 32 seconds against No. 1 seed Brandon Cole-

HHS, PHS tied at 6-4 in WSL

Delta girls CONTINUED FROM C4 Delta’s offense. Taylor finished with 12 counters giving Delta three players in double figures.

Delta 49, Palisade 30 Against the Lady Bulldogs, Delta opened up as much as a 27-point lead at one time in the second half of play. Game speed was at a crawl in the early going. Delta escaped the first quarter with an 8-2 lead but had stretched its margin to 24-10 by halftime.

Gafford sparked the scoring for Delta in the first quarter with six points and then added another six in the second frame as did Webb. Patti Chapman kept Delta’s offense sharp in the third quarter with eight points to help the Lady Panthers cruise to their sixteenth win of the season.

Delta’s leading scorer was Gafford with 16 while Webb and Chapman added double-digit support with 15 and 10 points respectively. Jenna Brown and Aspen Guray had eight points each to lead Palisade.

Up next for the Lady Panthers is the district tournament that includes SWL teams Montrose, Durango, and Cortez.

Tourney action began Tuesday, Feb. 19, with pigtail games for lowerseeded teams.

Delta, based on its first-place finish in league standings, drew a bye into Thursday’s round of play at CMU. With Montrose being dumped into the tournament, the Lady Panthers are relegated to the number two seed in this year’s tournament and Montrose eases into

the playoffs as the number one seed.

Delta’s opponent is not known at this time. Seven teams will advance to the 4A state playoffs with regional action beginning the following week.

To open tournament play, Delta will take on either the seventh or tenth seed on Thursday at 3 p.m. at Brownson Arena on the campus of CMU. Montrose, 8-2 in the SWL and 15-4 overall, will face either the eight or nine seed on Thursday at 6 p.m. at CMU. The Lady Panthers are assured of advancing to the state tournament after winning the 4A WSL. By winning the tournament, Delta will have home-court advantage to begin regional play.

over Plateau Valley Friday and De Beque Saturday. They play their final game against Soroco (8-9, 4-6) this Friday.

“It’s been kind of a fun year to be in the Western Slope League because there are a lot of close teams,” said Paonia head coach Chase Roeber.

There isn’t a team guaranteed to win the district tournament.

Paonia’s league loss to Hayden was by a point, and the HOT/PAO BB TO C6

man of Salida (36-2), who claimed the regional title.

Hebert ended the tournament at 2-2.

Senior Heath Frost (145), sophomores Wyatt Toothaker (113), Xander Camp (152) and Isaiah

Surber (160) finished the tournament at 0-2.

Cedaredge earned 116.5 points to place sixth at the 12-team tournament. Buena Vista won the team title with 186.5 points.

Photo by Kelley Cox/GSPI

Cedaredge freshman Austin Todd controls Grand Valley’s Cody Pfau in the 3A Region 1 championship match at 106. Todd, who had two prior losses and a win against Pfau, won the match 13-0 for the regional title.

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C6 Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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Delta County Independent

Panther boys beat Tigers, lose to league champ PHS

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

The Delta Panther boys’ basketball team began the weekend on a winning note after beating Summit in a rematch.

The Panthers defeated Summit 65-54 last Friday.

Saturday’s battle with Palisade was the reversal of an earlier victory over the Bulldogs. Delta fell to Palisade 69-42 to remain in third place in the 4A WSL. Delta 65, Summit 54 After falling to Summit 66-53 earlier in the season, the Delta Panthers had looked forward to their rematch with the Tigers last Friday night.

A big night for Ryan Whiteside and Keaton

Reiher provided offensive fuel for the Panthers and their 11-point victory. Both players scored five points in the opening period with Delta outscoring the Tigers 12-10.

Whiteside and Reiher scored six points each in the second quarter to lead the Panthers on an 18-15 run and a 30-25 halftime lead.

The Panthers shot 27 free throws in the second half and made 17 of them to help Delta to a 35-29 advantage over the final two periods. Delta finished the game with 28 of 44 free throws in the game.

The big night for Whiteside resulted in 24 points on six field goals

and a 12 of 20 performance from the charity stripe. Reiher had 17 points, including eight of 10 made free throws.

Summit’s Coy Coker led the Tigers’ offense with 22 points.

Palisade 69, Delta 42 Delta had one player in double figures against the Bulldogs. Jaden Cowley scored at least two points in each quarter to finish with 12 points.

Eian Baier was next in line with nine points and Reiher had seven.

The Bulldogs, behind 10 points from Zach Marengo, led 35-28 at halftime.

Second-half action saw the Bulldogs continue their offensive domina-

Photo by Tamie Meck

tion with a 34-14 run.

The loss left Delta in third place with an 118 overall mark and 9-5 in league play. Unfortunately for the Panthers, Durango, out of the SWL, finished second in that league and automatically moves into the 4A WSL regionals as the number one seed. The Demons finished at 7-3 in league play and were 14-5 overall.

As the number one seed, Durango drew a bye and is scheduled to face either Cortez (3-7 and 6-3) or Battle Mountain (4-10 and 8-11) on Thursday at CMU beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Second-seeded Palisade, the 4A WSL winner (12-2 and 14-5) will play the winner of number seven Montrose (5-5, 712) or number 10 Summit (3-11, 4-15) in a game to be played at CMU beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Delta’s fate was based on a pigtail game that was played on Tuesday, in Delta, against number 11 seed Glenwood Springs (4-10, 5-14), a team the Panthers defeated easily a couple of weeks ago.

The winner of the game advanced to face thirdseed Eagle Valley (10-4, 14-5) at Central High School. Seven teams advance from the tournament.

Hotchkiss girls upset Panthers, lose to No. 2 Meeker last week

Sharing a hard-earned, proud and happy moment, Hotchkiss High School senior Conner Beard is surrounded by, (back row, from left) his dad - and HHS principal Mike Beard, and Bulldog wrestling coach and HHS athletic director, Glen Suppes; and (front row, l-r) Bulldog head football coach, Zac Lemon, and

BY TAMIE MECK assistant football coach and HHS athletic director, Doug Horton. On Feb. 6, DCI Sports Writer Beard signed his Letter of Intent to play football for the University of Nebraska The Hotchkiss Lady Kearney. He plans to study law enforcement.

Bulldogs are in fourth place in 2A Western Slope

Lady Eagles claim league title

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

With a convincing 6238 win over Meeker Saturday, the Lady Eagles claimed the 2A Western Slope League title.

Paonia trailed 22-20 at the half, but came alive to put 42 points on the board in the second half.

Meeker was held to 16 second-half points.

Meeker is 7-1 and in second place in league standings. It faces Rangely (6-1) this Friday to determine the No. 2 team heading into the district tournament.

On Friday, Paonia posted a 55-26 win at

Rangely.

Paonia is now 15-3 overall and 8-0 in league play.

The Lady Eagles wrapped up the league schedule Tuesday night at Hotchkiss.

While scores weren’t available at press time, an unlikely loss for the Lady Eagles at Hotchkiss would not alter Paonia’s league

Photo by Wayne Crick

With Palisade’s Jesus Aguirre crowding him, Delta sophomore Eian Baier focuses on the rim during a shot last week in Palisade. The Bulldogs avenged an earlier loss at the hands of Delta with a 69-42 win.

standings. The 2A District 5 tournament opens Tuesday, Feb. 26. Paonia will receive a first-round bye.

Pairings for quarterfinal (first-round pigtail) games will be announced this weekend.

District semifinals are scheduled for March 1 and 2, at Paonia.

League standings heading into the final week of play.

Hotchkiss lost Friday at Meeker (16-2 overall, 7-1 WSL), 53-31. Natalie Anderson scored 11 and Kylie Hodges nine in the loss.

Hodges and Anderson each scored eight points in the Lady Bulldogs’ 4536 win over Rangely Saturday.

Both Hotchkiss and Rangely are at 62 in 2A Western Slope League play; at 11-7, Rangely is one game ahead of Hotchkiss (126). Hotchkiss is in third place in team standings, by virtue of two wins over Rangely.

Hotchkiss hosted Paonia Tuesday (results weren’t available at press time) to complete the league schedule for both

teams.

Meeker’s Lady Cowboys (16-2, 7-1) are in second place following their first league loss Saturday to Paonia, which has already claimed the league title with a 15-3, 8-0 record.

District quarterfinals (first-round pigtail) will be played on Feb. 26, with pairings to be determined following the conclusion of league play on Friday.

The higher seed will host its respective game.

District semifinals will be held Friday, March 1, at Paonia, and finals on Saturday, March 2. The top four teams from each district will advance to the 32-team state bracket.

Regional semifinal games will be held March 8, and finals will be played March 9.

Hot/Pao BB CONTINUED FROM C5 Eagles have lost two games to Hotchkiss by a combined 10 points.

Hotchkiss hosted Paonia last night to end scheduled league play for both teams (results were unavailable at press time), and Rangely and Meeker will face off in their final game of the season this Friday. Unless Rangely upsets Meeker, it’s likely Hotchkiss and Paonia will meet again next Tuesday in district quarterfinals. The higher seed in each pairing will host the game.

And if Rangely does

upset Meeker, then the No. 1 seed entering regional playoffs is up for grabs. Either way, how this week plays out “will make the district tournament interesting,” said Roeber.

District semifinals will be held Friday, March 1, and finals are set for Saturday, March 2. The top four teams from each district will advance to the 32-team state bracket.

Regional semifinal games will be held March 8, and finals will be played March 9. Team schedules can be found at Max Preps (maxpreps.com).

Wrestling CONTINUED FROM C5

At 182, senior Richard Steckel opened with a loss by pinfall to No. 1 seed Koby Close of Buena Vista (32-1). Steckel finished the tournament at 1-3 to place fifth.

At 126, junior Tan-

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ner Bizer (29-10) was eliminated from state contention with a sudden-death loss in consolation wrestling action to Zack O’Dell (26-9) of Gunnison. Junior Hank Edwards (132), sophomore Tristen Todd (195) and sophomore Trenton Ballard (220) were 0-2.

Hotchkiss earned 143 points to place fourth in the 12-team tournament.

Buena Vista earned 186.5 points to win the tournament. Olathe placed second with 173 points.

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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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Bruin boys’ hoop team wants wins

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

The Bruin boys’ basketball team stubbed its toes in 3A WSL play this past week. Cedaredge fell to Grand Valley, 4838, on Tuesday (Feb. 12) and played one of its better games of the season against Moffat County on Friday but fell 69-59.

According to head boys’ coach Kevin Dunbar, “We’re still on a losing skid. The kids are playing hard, tough, ball ... and they just need to

find a way to get over the hump. I think they played one of their best games against Moffat County. It was a physical game that didn’t have a few things go our way. We are only a few defensive stops and rebounds away from getting there. Overall, I think this team is improving every day and is going to peak at the right time.”

GV 48, Cedaredge 38 Neither team was finding the right combinations to produce effective

results in the first quarter. Each team scored four points in the first eight minutes.

Cedaredge had the better adjustment in the second period and pulled ahead with a 10-5 run.

The Cardinals were better prepared to play offense in the second half and started with a 17-6 third quarter to start the slide for Cedaredge. A 2218 run in the final stanza was just too much for the Bruins to overcome and Grand Valley survived

with a 10-point victory.

Reid Gates was the leading scorer for Cedaredge with 13 points.

Sam Parker had 17 for the Cardinals.

MC 69, Cedaredge 59 Cedaredge had more offense against the visiting Moffat County Bulldogs on Friday. Gates’ 26 points provided the Bruins with the game’s leading scorer. Trent Walker was close behind with his 22 counters.

The closely-contested game had Moffat County

ahead by three, 21-18, after one period and up 35-28 at the half.

Walker knocked down a trio of three-pointers and finished with 11 points in the first period with Gates chipping in seven.

Cedaredge’s secondhalf run was too little and too late with the Bulldogs holding onto the lead with a 26-21 fourth period. Gates dumped in 11 points for the Bru-

ins while Taft Cleverly countered with 10 points for the Cardinals and Kort Hatthorn chipped in eight more.

Cedaredge (5-10 and 5-13) has one remaining game on its regular-season schedule. That contest is against Roaring Fork (in Carbondale) on Feb. 22 at 7 p.m.

The Rams are leading the 3A WSL with a 141 league mark and 15-3 overall.

Cedaredge girls wind down regular season with losses

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

The Lady Bruins fell to 6-9 in league play and are 7-11 overall in the 3A WSL with losses to Grand Valley (59-47) and Moffat County (62-35).

League leader Moffat County is 14-1 and 153 with Olathe in second place at 12-3 and 14-4.

GV 59, Cedaredge 47 Grand Valley got out to a six-point lead after

one period of play and added one point to that lead for a 32-25 lead at the break.

The Lady Cardinals had just enough offense to keep their lead in the second half of play and outscored Cedaredge 2722 in the final 16 minutes.

Sophomore Kristen Gardner was the lone Cedaredge player in double figures with 13

points. Becca Deal had nine points and Alyssa Isaman finished with seven.

Isaman was solid on the glass with 10 rebounds –– three offensive and seven defensive. Jordan Smith and Kristen Gardner grabbed seven rebounds and Deal swatted three shots out of the air.

Grand Valley’s Ashlyn Speakman lit up the eve-

ning with seven treys and finished with 25 points to lead all scorers in the game.

No information was available for the Cedaredge and Moffat County contest. Only the line score was found.

Moffat County scored 18 points in each of the first and third quarters and had 15 and 11 in the second and fourth frames. Cedaredge had seven points in the first quarter, 10 in each of the second and third periods, and finished with eight points in the fourth quarter.

The Lady Bruins finish the regular season in Carbondale against Roaring Fork on Friday. Game four years and if it wasn’t time is scheduled for 5:30 for them I wouldn’t be p.m. here.”

Galley plans to study engineering.

Hotchkiss’ Galley to play football at CMU

Photo by Wayne Crick

Cedaredge’s Trent Walker ran out of driving room against Coal Ridge a couple of weeks ago. His aggressive style of play cost him a foul. Cedaredge dropped a pair of 3A WSL games this past week with losses to Grand Valley and Moffat County.

Flores, and to Bulldog head coach Zac Lemon Jacobe Galley of and his coaching staff.

Hotchkiss signed his “They taught me a lot National Letter of Intent throughout these last to play football for Colorado Mesa University. He will play either at corner or safety.

Since learning he would play for CMU, “I’ve been working on footwork,” said Galley, a place kicker, running back and defensive back for the Hotchkiss Bulldogs.

Galley is a twoyear all-state player and in 2011 and 2012 was named to the Denver Post’s 2011 and 2012 Class 1A all-state football team.

A four-year varPhoto by Tamie Meck sity player for the Paonia heavyweight Tony Darling controls Josh Gallegos of Ignacio Saturday Bulldogs, Galley at the 2A Region 1 tournament. Darling was one of three Paonia wrestlers to was credited with win back-to-back regional titles Saturday.

258 total tackles and eight sacks.

As a tail back, Galley rushed for a career 5,062 yards, including 2,111 yards his senior year. At 6 feet and 195 pounds, he said he’s too small to be considered for a running back position. “Height isn’t a problem, heart isn’t a problem, no way,” said Galley. “If I get bigger I’ll try for it.”

Galley said he owes much to his Photo by Tamie Meck middle school wres- Hotchkiss’ Jacobe Galley signed a National Letter of tling coach, Richard Intent to play football and study engineering at CMU.

BY TAMIE MECK

DCI Sports Writer

Photo by Tamie Meck

Hotchkiss senior Cody Bartlett signed his National Letter of Intent to run cross country for Hawaii Pacific University. Bartlett was a three-year runner for the Hotchkiss cross country and track teams, earning all-state honors for both teams. Watching Bartlett sign his letter is Hotchkiss cross country and head track coach Kelly Cowan.

C8 Wednesday, February 20, 2013 BASKETBALL ——— STANDINGS ——— Western Slope Conference (4A) (Girls) TEAM LEAGUE OVERALL Delta 14-0 16-3 Rifle 11-3 13-6 Eagle Valley 8-6 11-8 Glenwood Springs 8-6 12-6 Palisade 7-7 8-11 Steamboat Springs 6-8 10-9 Battle Mountain 2-12 2-17 Summit 0-14 1-18 (Boys) TEAM LEAGUE OVERALL Palisade 12-2 14-5 Eagle Valley 10-4 14-5 Delta 9-5 11-8 Rifle 8-6 11-8 Steamboat Springs 6-8 10-9 Battle Mountain 4-10 8-11 Glenwood Springs 4-10 5-14 Summit 3-11 4-15 ——— LAST WEEK’S SCORES ——— GIRLS Delta 94, Summit 21 Delta 49, Palisade 30 Steamboat Springs 52, Eagle Valley 30 Rifle 56, Battle Mountain 23 Rifle 46, Glenwood Springs 44 Steamboat Springs 62, Battle Mountain 12 Palisade 48, Eagle Valley 40 Glenwood Springs 57, Palisade 32 BOYS Delta 65, Summit 54 Palisade 69, Delta 42 Eagle Valley 43, Steamboat Springs 40 Palisade 43, Eagle Valley 38 Rifle 52, Glenwood Springs 43 Battle Mountain 57, Steamboat Springs 56 Palisade 55, Glenwood Springs 31 Rifle 57, Battle Mountain 28 ——— STANDINGS ——— Western Slope Conference (3A) TEAM Moffat County Olathe Grand Valley Roaring Fork Coal Ridge Cedaredge Gunnison Basalt Aspen

(Girls) LEAGUE OVERALL 14-1 15-3 12-3 14-4 11-4 13-5 10-5 10-8 9-6 10-8 6-9 7-11 2-12 2-15 1-12 1-15 1-14 2-16

TEAM Roaring Fork Aspen Moffat County Gunnison Grand Valley Cedaredge Basalt Coal Ridge Olathe

(Boys) LEAGUE OVERALL 14-1 15-3 13-2 15-3 12-3 15-3 6-8 7-11 5-10 5-13 5-10 7-11 4-9 5-11 4-11 4-14 3-12 4-14

SPORTS ——— LAST WEEK’S SCORES ———

GIRLS Moffat County 62, Cedaredge 35 Grand Valley 59, Cedaredge 47 BOYS Roaring Fork 54, Moffat County 51 Moffat County 69, Cedaredge 59 Roaring Fork 40, Basalt 28 Aspen 43, Olathe 32 Grand Valley 63, Coal Ridge 51 Gunnison 36, Olathe 20 Coal Ridge 52, Basalt 51 Grand Valley 48, Cedaredge 38 ——— STANDINGS ——— Western Slope Conference (2A) TEAM Paonia Meeker Hotchkiss Rangely Soroco North Park Plateau Valley Hayden West Grand Vail Christian

(Girls) LEAGUE OVERALL 8-0 15-3 7-1 16-2 6-2 12-6 6-2 11-7 5-4 13-5 5-5 8-10 3-7 4-12 3-7 4-13 1-7 6-12 0-9 7-11

TEAM Hayden Meeker Vail Christian Rangely Hotchkiss West Grand Paonia Soroco North Park Plateau Valley Vail Mountain De Beque

(Boys) LEAGUE OVERALL 11-0 16-2 8-2 13-5 8-2 13-4 6-4 7-11 6-4 12-6 6-4 9-9 6-4 8-10 4-6 8-9 3-6 4-12 1-8 4-11 1-9 1-14 0-10 0-16

——— LAST WEEK’S SCORES ——— GIRLS Paonia 62, Meeker 38 Paonia 55, Rangely 26 Meeker 53, Hotchkiss 31 BOYS Hotchkiss 54, Rangely 47 Meeker 60, Paonia 51 Hayden 66, De Beque 21 Paonia 57, Rangely 53 Soroco 77, De Beque 34 West Grand 64, Vail Mountain 39 Vail Christian 59, North Park 42 Meeker 65, Hotchkiss 61 ——— BOX SCORES ——— BOYS Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013 Grand Valley 48, Cedaredge 38 GRAND VALLEY Santos Cornejo 4, Trent Reidle 13, Ben Coleman 3, Tyler Scott 11, Sam Parker 17.

Totals: 48 CEDAREDGE Tylor Beach 2, Aaron Henrie 3, Trent Walker

5, Dillon Smith 8, Reid Gates 13, Carter Stoudt 1, Corey Reynolds 6. Totals: 38 Cedaredge .................. 4 10 6 18 38 Grand Valley .............. 4 5 17 22 48 Three point goals: Cedaredge - Henrie, Walker, Smith; Grand Valley - Reidle 2.

Friday, Feb. 15, 2013 Delta 65, Summit 54 DELTA Keaton Reiher 17, Ryan Whiteside 24, Jaden Cowley 5, Jorge Olivas 7, Douglas Hawkins 4, Cade Gafford 2, Eian Baier 4, Sergio Andrade 2. Totals: 65 SUMMIT Coy Coker 22, Tom De Bonville 4, Garrett Tousea 13, Markeith McDonald 8, Noah Glasco 2, Cayman Lee 3, Merrick Crispell 2. Totals: 54 Summit ..................... 10 15 16 13 54 Delta.......................... 12 18 15 20 65 Three point goals: Delta - Reiher; Summit - Coker 4.

Grand Valley 48, Cedaredge 38 GRAND VALLEY Santos Cornejo 4, Trent Reidle 13, Ben Coleman 3, Tyler Scott 11, Sam Parker 17.

Totals: 48 CEDAREDGE Tylor Beach 2, Aaron Henrie 3, Trent Walker 5, Dillon Smith 8, Reid Gates 13, Carter Stoudt 1, Corey Reynolds 6. Totals: 38 Cedaredge .................. 4 10 6 18 38 Grand Valley .............. 4 5 17 22 48 Three point goals: Cedaredge - Henrie, Walker, Smith; Grand Valley - Reidle 2.

Meeker 65, Hotchkiss 61 Hotchkiss .................. 12 17 17 15 Meeker ...................... 15 15 12 23

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Delta 94, Summit 21 DELTA Brooke Taylor 12, Reilly Quist 2, Skylyn Webb 28, Shelby Curtis 9, Erin Zunich 9, Brittanny Brasfield 4, Patti Chapman 3, Haley Millard 4, Callie Gafford 23. Totals: 94 GLENWOOD SPRINGS Sam Salquist 5, Izzy Luna 4, Britt Berry 4, Meg Mcdonnell 1, Rita Foth 1, Kayce Chaparas 2, Kardina Kincenaite 2, Alex Benes 2. Totals: 21 Summit ....................... 1 4 11 4 21 Delta.......................... 26 28 16 24 94 Three point goals: Delta - Zunich 2, Webb.

Moffat County 62, Cedaredge 35 Moffat County.......... 18 15 18 11 Cedaredge .................. 7 10 10 8

62 35

Meeker 53, Hotchkiss 31 MEEKER Piper Haney 5, Kaysyn Chintala 8, Aly Ridings 6, Katie Dinwiddie 7, Taylor Neilson 10, Sydney Hughes 17. Totals: 53 Hotchkiss .................. 12 7 7 5 31 Meeker ...................... 20 13 7 13 53 Three point goals: Meeker - Chintala 2.

Paonia 55, Rangely 26 RANGELY Kelsey Prosser 5, Shelby Neiberger 1, Brittany Babineaux 7, Quincey Thacker 4, Aimee Hogan 2, Chelsea Ficken 5, Leslie Hernandez 2. Totals: 26 Paonia ....................... 22 14 11 8 55 Rangely ....................... 8 13 3 2 26 Three point goals: Rangely - Prosser, Babineaux.

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Paonia 57, Rangely 53 PAONIA Taylor Katzer 9, Taylor Walters 18, Jason Sturgis 8, Josiah Spano 8, Lane Clawson 4, Eric Carney 6, Fransico Lopez 4. Totals: 57 RANGELY Connor Phelan 12, Cameron Enterline 5, Luis Contreras 2, Andrew Morton 13, Colt Allred 2, Cory Evans 9, Chas Byerly 10.

Totals: 53 Paonia ......................... 9 21 18 9 57 Rangely ..................... 14 11 9 19 53 Three point goals: Paonia - Katzer; Rangely - Evans 2, Phelan, Enterline.

Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 Palisade 69, Delta 42 DELTA Keaton Reiher 7, Ryan Whiteside 3, Jaden Cowley 12, Jorge Olivas 3, Kenny Wood 4, Douglas Hawkins 4, Eian Baier 9. Totals: 42 PALISADE Dan Ness 6, Skylor Miller 2, Tass Crow 4, Zach Sheldon 16, Jacob Bollinger 4, Bobby DeSantis 1, Marques Combs 12, Jesus Aguirre 4, Zach Marengo 13, Levi Hoagland 7. Totals: 69 Delta ........................ 12 16 9 5 42 Palisade .................... 18 17 18 16 69 Three point goals: Palisade - Sheldon 2, McLean, Hoagland.

GIRLS Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013 Grand Valley 59, Cedaredge 47 GRAND VALLEY Lauren Paskett 7, Rocio Roman 5, Ashlyn Speakman 25, Kyra Chenoweth 4, Haley Johnson 12, Tarianna Lawrence 1, Jordan Scott 2, Ashley Radel 3. Totals: 59 CEDAREDGE Kaitlyn Kissner 6, Lindsey Gardner 6, Becca Deal 9, Jordan Smith 2, Alyssa Isaman 7, Kristen Gardner 13, Dakota Baldozier 4.

Totals: 47 Cedaredge ................ 10 15 11 11 47 Grand Valley ............ 16 16 16 11 59 Three point goals: Cedaredge - Deal; Grand Valley - Speakman 7, Johnson 3, Radel.

Friday, Feb. 15, 2013

Moffat County 69, Cedaredge 59 MOFFAT COUNTY Taft Cleverly 14, Kort Hatthorn 17, Joe Camilletti 9, Matt Hamilton 7, Tyler Davis 15, Phillip Chadwick 4, Javin Gumber 2, Tyler Hildebrant 1. Totals: 69 CEDAREDGE Trent Walker 22, Dillon Smtih 3, Reid Gates 26, James Le Donne 3, Carter Stoudt 1, Corey Reynolds 4. Totals: 59 Moffat County.......... 21 14 8 26 69 Cedaredge ................ 18 10 10 21 59 Three point goals: Cedaredge - Walker 3, Smith, Le Donne; Moffat County - Cleverly, Hatthorn, Camilletti, Davis.

Hotchkiss 54, Rangely 47 RANGELY Jake Massey 3, Connor Phelan 24, Cameron Enterline 10, Luis Contreras 2, Cory Evans 3,

Chas Byerly 5. Totals: 47 Rangely ..................... 13 11 2 21 47 Hotchkiss .................. 20 15 9 10 54 Three point goals: Rangely - Phelan 3, Enterline 2, Evans.

Meeker 60, Paonia 51 PAONIA Taylor Katzer 8, Taylor Walters 9, Jason Sturgis 10, Josiah Spano 16, Lane Clawson 2, Eric Carney 4, Ben Linnell 2. Totals: 51.

MEEKER Jeremy Musgrave 4, Dylan Mobley 16, Jake Phelan 5, Scott Smith 18, Alex Smith 1, Nate Walsh 2, Raul Lopez 14. Totals: 60 Meeker ...................... 13 16 17 14 60 Paonia ......................... 6 19 12 14 51 Three point goals: Paonia - Sturgis and Spano 2; Meeker - Mobley, Lopez.

Sandoval-Mon, 6-1; 126 - Shane AndersonDel, def Isaac Rider-Rif, 4-3; 152 - Nick Tarpley-Dur, def Hunter Brasfield-Del, 14-2 (MD); 182 - Alfredo Rosales-Del, def Anthony Lagorio-Fal, 6-0; 195 - Kyle CollinsDel, 4th by rule over Charlie Wallace-Fal; 285 - Marcus Garcia-Del, def Matt IsaacsTV, 9-0.

3A REGIONALS Grand Valley High School Feb. 15/16, 2013 Team Results 1. Buena Vista-BV 186.5; 2. Olathe-Ola 173; 3. Salida-Sal 144; 4. Hotchkiss-Hot 143; Grand Valley-GV 130; 6. Cedaredge-Ced 116.5; 7; Middle Park-MP 106.5; 8. BasaltBas 99; 9. Moffat County-MC 93; 10. Coal Ridge-CR 79; 11. Gunnison-Gun 37; 12. Lake County-LC 26.

GIRLS Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 Delta 49, Palisade 30 DELTA Skylyn Webb 15, Shelby Curtis 4, Erin Zunich 4, Patti Chapman 10, Callie Gafford 16. Totals: 49 PALISADE Moriah Butterbush-Rayment 3, Cruz Maestes 3, Ashlyn Brown 6, Billie Schott 2, Jenna Brown 8, Aspen Guray 8. Totals: 30 Delta............................ 8 16 15 10 49 Palisade ...................... 2 8 7 13 30 Three point goals: Palisade - Ashlyn Brown.

Hotchkiss 45, Rangely 36 RANGELY Kelsey Prosser 4, Shelby Neiberger 1, Brittany Babineaux 10, Quincey Thacker 11, Chelsea Ficken 6, Leslie Hernandez 4.

Totals: 36 Meeker ........................ 6 9 5 16 36 Hotchkiss .................... 8 7 16 14 45 Three point goals: Rangely - Babineaux.

Paonia 62, Meeker 38 MEEKER Piper Haney 2, Kaysyn Chintala 8, Aly Ridings 1, Katie Dinwiddie 7, Taylor Neilson 9, Sydney Hughes 11. Totals: 38 Meeker ...................... 14 8 7 9 38 Paonia ....................... 10 10 18 24 62 Three point goals: Meeker - Chintala 2.(

WRESTLING 4A REGIONAL 4 MONTROSE HIGH SCHOOL Feb. 15/16, 2013 Team Results 1. Thompson Valley-TV 231; 2. Pueblo Centennial-PC 176; 3. Palisade-Pal 164; 4.

Delta-Del 141.5; 5. Falcon-Fal 120; 6. Eagle Valley-EV 117; 7. Montrose-Mon 116; 8.

Durango-Dur 110; 9. Cortez-Cor 103.5; 10.

Rifle-Rif 93; 11. Steamboat Springs-SS 52.5; 12. Vista Peak-VP 42; 13. Summit-Sum 24; 14. Glenwood Springs-GS 23; 15. AlamedaAla 13; 16. Battle Mountain-BM and SierraSie 11.

Third-place matches 113 - David Brown-Del, def Emmanuel

Championship Matches 106 - Austin Todd-Ced def Cody Pfau-GV, 13-0; 113 - Austin Shank-Ola pinned Garrett Toothaker-Hot, 1:33; 120 - Trenton Piatt-Ola pinned Hector Chagoya-Bas, 4:59; 126 - Jake Schoenfeld-Sal def Ben Pridy-Ola, 7-0; 132 - Jacob Solseth-Ola def Adam Visconti-MP, 7-1; 138 - Brandon Coleman-Sal pinned Jesse Head-Hot, 2:30; 145 - Joe Boyle-Hot, def Ruben Chagoya-Bas, 7-6; 152 - Brandon Coleman-Sal, pinned Jesse Head-Hot, 2:30; 285 - Zack Taylor-Hot, def Tommy BrewOla, 2-0.

Third-place matches 106 - Justin O’Dell-Gun, pinned Jake Hubbell-Hot, 2:41; 132 - Peter WilliamsonCed, pinned Sabyn Diamon-BV, 0:33; 145 - George Stagg-GV, def Troy Rose-Ola, 43; 152 - Dustin Head-Hot, def Christian Keith-CR, 12-3 MD; 160 - Tony Ibarra-Hot, def Chance Ogden-Sal, 10-5; 170 - Brian Leahy-Ced, pinned Jerry Juarardo-CR, 1:13; 182 - Jesse deMoor-MC, pinned Alejandro Alejendre-Ced, 1:27.

2A REGIONALS Grand Junction High School Feb. 15/16, 2013 Team Results 1. Paonia-Pao 304; 2. Dove Creek-DC, 189.5; 3. Meeker-Mee 164.5; 4. Nucla-Nuc 99.5; 5. Hayden-Hay 91; 6. North Park-NP 76; 7.

Norwood-Nor 75; 8. Dolores-Dol, RangelyRan 72; 10. Soroco-Sor 46; 11. Ignacio-Ign 9. 12. West Grand-WG 3.

Championship Matches 113 - Josh Altman-Pao def Tristin PelloniMee, 13-0 MD; 120 - Jesse Reed-Pao def Chance Randolph-DC, 6-2; 126 - Bo PipherPao, pinned TJ Richard-NP, 1:02; 160 - TJ Shelton-Mee def Jorge Quinonez-Pao, 5-3; 170 - William Austin-Pao pinned Derrick Richard-NP, 3:55; 182 - Ryan Damson-Hay def Morgan Reider-Pao, 7-3; 195 - Tyler Kendall-Pao def Cody Constine-Sor, 11-0 MD; 220 - Joel Simianer-Pao pinned Anjel Arredondo-NP, 4:38; 285 - Tony Darling-Pao def Stephen Terrazas-WG, 3-0.

Third-place Matches 132 - Dylan Stroud-Pao pinned Kent MillerHay, 0:58; 145 - Ty Coats-Pao pinned Lucas Heinle-Ran, 3:46; 152 - Zach Milner-Pao def Deano Valdez-Dol, 4-3.

Photo by Tamie Meck

Delta’s David Brown is headed to state after placing third in last weekend’s 4A Region 4 wrestling tournament.

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The Paonia Eagles earned 304 points to win the Class 2A Region 1 tournament, held Saturday at Grand Junction High School. It was the sixth consecutive regional title for the Eagles. The defending state champions are again predicted to win the state tournament, which opens tomorrow at the Pepsi Center in Denver.

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta forward/guard Shelby Curtis darts to an opening in the Palisade defense. Delta scored a 4930 decison over the Lady Bulldogs to culminate an undefeated 4A WSL season. Delta finished 14-0 in league play and is 16-3 overall.

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Keaton Reiher stays focused despite a flailing defensive player.

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Delta point guard Patti Chapman (23) finds an Junior Jorge Olivas gets around Palisade’s Tass Delta’s Eian Baier and Palisade’s Jesus strain for opening against Summit last week. Chapman often is one of the Lady Panthers’ top rebounders.

Crow in game action last week in Palisade. control of the opening tipoff.

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Delta County Health & Human Services is accepting applications for a Legal Technician for the Child Support Enforcement Unit.

The successful candidate will be responsible for legal technician/paralegal work. Duties include locating non-custodial parents, establishing and enforcing child support obligations and interviewing custodial and non-custodial parents to establish and/or enforce court ordered child support. Position works with attorneys, courts and other CSE agencies in and out of Colorado and prepares for and attends court hearings. Position requires extensive use of an automated computer system and word processing software for case documentation and creation of legal documents as well as extensive contact with the public via telephone and in person. Applicants must have the ability to understand and apply program rules and communicate effectively with a diverse population.

THE CITY OF DELTA IS now accepting applications for 2 permanent seasonal Gardener positions in the Parks Department. Starting salary is $10.10 per hour.

Under the direction of the Parks Director and/or Parks Supervisor performs a wide variety of unskilled and semi-skilled work. Works with hand tools necessary for flower bed preparation, to spray weeds, mow grass, irrigate parks, and maintain planters. May assist with irrigation repairs. Design, maintenance, and installation of native and ornamental plants/planters in city parks, cemetery, golf course, and on Main Street.

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to completion of high school and six months of general gardening or landscaping labor experience. Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license. Submit applications to the HR Department, City of Delta, 360 Main St., Delta, CO 81416 no later than Thursday, February 28, 2013. Applications available at the above address or online at www.cityofdelta. net EOE/MF (1x08)

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of three years full time work experience, one year must be paralegal, eligibility technician, collections or legal secretarial work.

Satisfactory completion of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in business, behavioral science or appropriately related field may substitute for all but the one year of required specific experience.

BUSY PEDIATRIC OFFICE is looking to fill 2 positions: Receptionist - flexible, enthusiastic team-oriented, part-time to full-time.

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Must be flexible, part-time to full-time. Experience necessary. Send résumé to 947 South 4th St., Montrose, CO 81401 (2x08)

Salary Range: $32,701– $35,979 per year DOQ. Interested persons may submit a County Application to Delta County Human Resources on or before Friday, February 22, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. Applications may be obtained at the Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer St., #227, Delta, CO. 81416 or by calling 970-8742459. A resume may be attached to the completed County Application. An application and position description may also be obtained on our website at www.deltacounty. com. A resume may be attached to the completed application. Delta County is an EOE/ADA.

DEVELOPMENT ASSIStant - High Country News, a non-profit publishing company, seeks a skilled office worker to support fund raising activities and customer service. Applicants should have: excellent oral and written skills, attention to detail, customer service experience, data entry and database management experience; Word & Excel proficiency; ability to learn quickly and work both independently and with a team.

Fund raising experience a plus. This is a part-time, 20 hr/week position with paid time off benefits. Submit résumé and cover letter to jobs@hcn.org. HCN is committed to a diverse work force and is an EOE. (2x07)

Apply in person with Cyndy or Brandi 750 S. 8th Street Olathe, CO 81425

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR position with Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray. Full-time and benefitted. Please submit cover letter and résumé to: w4partners@partnerswest.org by 5:00 p.m. on March 15, 2013. No phone calls please. The job description is posted at www.partners-west.org. (3x08)

A LOCAL NON-PROFIT is seeking to fill the position of Native Plant Program Coordinator.

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By DELTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 251 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8721 February 21, 1913 (From the Delta Independent) A mass meeting of the taxpayers of the city of Delta will be held at the court house next Wednesday evening, February 26, at 7:30 o’clock, for the purpose of considering the question of instituting a municipal electric light plant and voting bonds therefore. *** The meeting for February 19 of the Shakespeare Study club was at the home of Mrs. Nutter. The study of Casiolamus and the analogous Roman history was resumed, which proved most interesting and instructive under the leadership of Mrs. Jarrett.

A new feature of the program was the calling upon the members for impromptu performances, and which was responded to by worthy selections from Shakespeare and other amusing selections. *** The Cedaredge State Bank took advantage

PUBLIC SERVICE THE DISTRICT ATTORNey's Office provides services to those who have been victimized by a crime of domestic violence, assault and other crimes.

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PUBLIC SERVICE 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) BOOKS MAKE GREAT stocking stuffers. Find books at great prices in the basement of the Delta Public Library.

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 PUBLIC HOTCHKISS-CRAWFORD or send them to: Gale SERVICE Historical Museum. Winter Conger, Secretary of IOOF hours, Saturdays 1-4 p.m. Lodge #116, 544 St. Hwy. thru December 24. $3 admis- 548, Delta, CO 81416. sion or free to members.

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Monday at noon, Tuesday at volunteer to spend time with noon, Wednesday at noon, a child in our community.

PIONEER AL-ANON 5:30 ladies only. Thursday Partners of Delta, Montrose Family Group will host a at noon, and 8 p.m., Friday and Ouray, 874-4661, www. special speaker meeting on at noon, Saturday 12:15 partners-west.org. or www. the last Thursday of each p.m. Call 874-8282. (tfnx5) deltayouth@montrose.net. month. Everyone is wel(tfx13) come. 8-9 p.m. in Cedaredge ALCOHOLICS ANONYat First Baptist Church, 370 mous meeting, women only, BECAWS! ADOPT A DOG W. Main Street in Wick Hall (non-smoking), Saturdays, or cat today. Call 970-527behind the church, west 11 a.m., in the basement of 3350, or visit cawsonline. end. Call Mary 856-6123 or St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, org. Delta County Citizens Vicki 856-7115. (tfnx12) 5th and Palmer, (go to the for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS) back door). (tfx1) FREE DIAPERS FOR UP to one year! Pregnant CHECK OUT THE BOOK women in Delta County can store at the library. You'll now get help to quit smok- find a great selection of MISC. ing and get something they paperbacks at reasonable can really use after their prices. baby arrives — free diapers.

Healthy moms have healthy IF YOU LOVE BOOKS, babies. Enroll in the Baby & you will love the Downstairs Me Tobacco Free program Bookstore in the basement today. Contact the Delta of the Delta Public Library.

County Health Department NARCOTICS ANONYat 874-2165 or your local mous meets at 9th and physician. (TFNx2) Palmer, Delta, Mondays and SUPPORT THE DELTA Public Library. Give a gently used book in the Downstairs Book Store.

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.

PUBLIC SERVICE UNEMPLOYED? JOIN others for a time of networking, encouragement, and skill improvement.

Latent Resources meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 at the Delta United Methodist Church (5th & Meeker). Attendants and visitors are encouraged to dress professionally and bring a note pad and a willingness to learn and be challenged. Find us on facebook. com & twitter.com - search "Latent Resources", or call James at 970-901-9463.

HEALTHY BABIES START with early prenatal care.

Delta County Health Department. Offers access to immediate, temporary Medicaid for pregnant women who qualify. 8742165. (tfx25) BOOKS MAKE GREAT stocking stuffers. Find books at great prices in the basement of the Delta Public Library.

SERVICIOS DE SALUD De Campesinos: Ofrecemos ayuda con doctores, dentistas, y medicinas. Si trabajas en agricultura puedes calificar para nuestros servicios.

Para mas informacion llame al 323-0538. (tfx12) THINK YOU'RE PREGnant? Abused? Need help?

The Pregnancy Resource Center in Delta offers free service, support and advice to all teenagers and women in crisis pregnancy situations. For Christian help, anytime, call 874-5733.

FAMILIES BELIEVING in families: Tandem Families is an innovative, private non-profit mentoring program providing services for at-risk children of Delta and Mont-rose counties. Anyone interested in volunteering their services or donating usable items should call 874-3000 or 2527445. (TFNx8) THE AMERICAN LEGION Post 97 Paonia is seeking the names and addresses of all persons currently serving on active duty in the military from the North Fork Valley in order to contact them and show our support. Send addresses to American Legion Post 97, PO Box 277, Paonia, CO 81428 or call 527-6552.

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Fridays at 8 p.m. (tfnx5) BECAWS! DONATIONS needed.

Credit cards accepted. Call 970-5273350, or visit cawsonline. org. Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS)

DELTA FOOD PANTRY needs meals for Delta families who are temporarily in need. Donations of non-perSELLING YOUR HOUSE? ishable food may be brought Advertise it in the DCI Clas- to 628 Meeker. (tfx36) sifieds. 874-4421.

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of the holiday Wednesday to move into their new building. It will be several days yet before the fixtures are all placed and things in working order in the new location. The building is one of which the bank as well as the town may be well proud of. *** One day the latter part of last week Edward Quackenbush, A.R. Chapman, Dick Zeigler and Fred Johnson, all well known residents of Paonia, drove through the city in two old fashioned prairie schooners. They were well equipped for a journey and in anticipation of a pleasant overland trip to the vanadium fields near Cisco, Utah. *** A nice fat young chicken went out of the Delta office by parcel post last Friday. The sender, a wellto-do farmer and fruit grower of the Garnet mesa district, brought the chicken in alive at first, and upon being told that it could not go that way, he returned to his home, had the fowl killed, dressed and baked and then returned with his neat little package carefully addressed to his daughter who is attending the agricultural college at Fort Collins.

The chicken was intended for a Sunday dinner for the Delta county girl and her girl friends at the college, and it is needless to add that the baked bird got there all right and was the principal part of a Sunday feast. *** A.H. Wickham’s team took fright at something while standing unhitched in front of the OsborneWilliamson Drug company’s store at about noon on Wednesday and went tearing down Main street at a lively clip. The harness on the off horse fell to his heels shortly after the race began and this caused some vigorous kicking which eventually disposed of all wearing apparel. The team turned the corner at the First National bank and came to an abrupt halt

a short distance down Third street after colliding with a pole. There was little or no damage excepting to the harness. *** This part of the country is becoming really sociable. Thursday evening a surprise party was given at the home of Ed Turner and dancing was indulged in until the small hours. Lunch was served. On Friday evening a large crowd gathered at Ben Head’s and danced until near morning.

A beautiful lunch was served and enjoyed by the young and old. *** Several tests have been made lately at the Warren ranch, north of town, by placing apple branches in water in a warm room. The Ben Davis, Jonathan and White Winter Pearmain have blossomed nicely, showing that they were not injured by our unusually severe winter. Other tests have been made and unless killed by late frosts there will be a good apple crop in the valley. *** The music lovers of the city are acknowledging a rare treat in the closing number of the high school lecture course at the M. E. church last Monday evening when Frederick Preston Search, the noted celloist [sic] from Cincinnati, Ohio, presented a program of rare excellence. Every seat in the large auditorium was occupied when the first number was announced and all were entertained as never before with a string instrument.

Mr. Search is a Colorado product, having gained his birth at Pueblo. He now lives in Ohio and has acquired his musical education in the best of musical institutions and under directions of the world’s pronounced masters. ***

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent

Public Notices Your Right To Know Legal Deadline is Monday at 10 a.m.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of WILLIAM DAVID HAMMETT aka BILL HAMMETT, Deceased Case Number 2013PR3 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 June 14, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred.

Larry Ziegler, Attorney for Forest A. Hammett and Mary Ann Peterson Co-Personal Representatives P.O. Box 1117 Cedaredge, CO 81413-1117 970-856-6310 Published in the Delta County Independent February 13, 20 and 27, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0216 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 19, 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) FELIPE OROPEZA Original Beneficiary(ies) FIRST STATE BANK OF HOTCHKISS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FIRST STATE BANK OF HOTCHKISS Date of Deed of Trust April 03, 2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 06, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) 633410 Original Principal Amount $85,788.49 Outstanding Principal Balance $64,389.48 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 45 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF LAZEAR AS AMENDED BY PLAT RECORDED MAY 10,2005 IN BOOK 32 AT PAGE 55 AT RECEPTION NUMBER 591178 INCLUDING ALL WATER AND WATER RIGHTS, DITCH AND DITCH RIGHTS APPURTENANT THERETO, TOGETHER WITH, WITHOUT WARRANTIES, A 1/3 INTEREST IN DOMESTIC WATER WELL. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 31117 LAZEAR ROAD, LAZEAR, CO 81420.

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, 03/20/2013, 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 1/23/2013 Last Publication 2/20/2013 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: 11/19/2012 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/OROPEZA ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 23, 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0214 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 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) KENT L. COTTEN AND KATHERINE A. COTTEN Original Beneficiary(ies) PAONIA STATE BANK, NOW KNOW AS FIRST STATE BANK OF COLORADO PAONIA BRANCH Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PAONIA STATE BANK, NOW KNOW AS FIRST STATE BANK OF COLORADO PAONIA BRANCH Date of Deed of Trust July 16, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 22, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 628257 Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 30, 2012 Re-Recording Information (Reception Number) 660786 Original Principal Amount $80,652.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $104,693.20 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 1, RE-SUBDIVISION OF LOT 1, REESE MINOR SUBDIVISION AND LOT 3, REPLAT OF LOTS 2 & 3, REESE MINOR SUBDIVISION COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. TOGETHER WITH ALL WATER AND WATER RIGHTS, DITCH AND DITCH RIGHTS APPURTENANT TO OR USED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART THEREOF BY REFERENCE. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 30585 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, 03/20/2013, 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 1/23/2013 Last Publication 2/20/2013 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: 11/16/2012 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 A. MAREK #8388 DAVID A. MAREK ATTORNEY AT LAW, 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/COTTEN ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 23, 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0217 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 20, 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) Terrance W. Neuberger and Teresa D. Neuberger Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for River Funding Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt CitiMortgage, Inc. Date of Deed of Trust August 30, 2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 05, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number) 607367 Original Principal Amount $190,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $187,164.14 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 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A PART OF THE SW 1/4 SE 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 15 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID NW 1/4 SE 1/4 WHENCE THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID NW 1/4 SE 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 15 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST, 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN BEARS NORTH 701.90 FEET THENCE SOUTH 145 FEET ALONG SAID EAST LINE; THENCE WEST 251 FEET; THENCE NORTH 153.03 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88°10' EAST 251.13 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, EXCEPT: FOR A 10 FOOT WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT RECORDED FEBRUARY 25, 2004 AT RECEPTION NUMNER 576965.

EXCEPT: FOR AN EXCLUSIVE FIVE FOOT ACCESS EASEMENT DESCRIBED AT RECEPTION NUMBER 590406, County of Delta, State of Colorado.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2361 Pioneer Road, 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, 03/20/2013, 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 1/23/2013 Last Publication 2/20/2013 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: 11/20/2012 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 # 12-11723 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 23, 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

REQUEST FOR BIDS GAS & DIESEL DELTA COUNTY The Board of Delta County Commissioners is now accepting bids for gasoline & diesel fuel for Delta County.

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. Biders may also obtain bidding documents through the Delta County website at www.deltacounty.com. Anyone who receives the RFP from the County Website must also contact Carolyn Clemens (see above contact information) in order to be notified of any changes and receive additional information as it becomes available.

For further information concerning the bid documents please contact Carolyn Clemens at (970) 874-2101 or email cclemens@deltacounty. com.

Bids must be submitted to the above address on County Forms.

Deadline for submitting bids is 10:00 a.m. February 26, 2013, at which time they will be publicly opened in Room 234. Bids received after this time will not be accepted.

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 C. Douglas Atchley, Chairman Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0215 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 19, 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 A. ATTARIAN Original Beneficiary(ies) FIRST MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust October 29, 2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 02, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number) 584995 Original Principal Amount $166,350.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $148,384.34 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1.

Lot 1 of Jones Subdivision.

Except that portion of said Lot 1 lying East of the West bank of Surface Creek County of Delta, State of Colorado Parcel 2: That portion of the SW 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 31, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th PM more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the more Southerly corner of said Lot 1 of Jones Subdivision, Thence N23°45'E along the Easterly boundary line of said Lot 1 a distance of 54 feet; Thence East along the Easterly boundary of said Lot 1 a distance of 49.42 feet to the West bank of Surface Creek.

Thence S46°59'W along said West bank a distance of 81.87 feet, Thence N58°W a distance of 12 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2801 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, 03/20/2013, 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 1/23/2013 Last Publication 2/20/2013 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: 11/19/2012 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) 8131177 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 # 1068.05564 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 23, 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0144 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 14, 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) ELTON MUSE 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 1/23/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 1/26/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 631604 Original Principal Amount $196,417.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $191,879.14 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. LOT 2, ADOBE HILLS ESTATES MINOR SUBDIVISION, DELTA COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 8155 3400 RD, 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, 03/27/2013, 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 1/30/2013 Last Publication 2/27/2013 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 08/14/2012 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: JOAN OLSON, ESQ #28078 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 # 1269.20600 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0218 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 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) David V. Smith and Tonya L. Smith Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust January 23, 2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 28, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number) 576024 Original Principal Amount $67,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $59,028.47 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 3, MCCALL’S SUBDIVISIONAMENDED. DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 155 Se Buffalo Ave, 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, 03/27/2013, 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 1/30/2013 Last Publication 2/27/2013 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: 11/26/2012 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: 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 # 12-12591 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICE The annual meeting of the Short Ditch Company and the Short Ditch Extension Company will be held Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. in the Wheeler Room at Memorial Hall in Hotchkiss, Colorado, for the purpose of electing a Board of Directors for the coming year and the transaction of any other business that may properly come before the meeting.

Bill Carpenter, President Judy Howe, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent February 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0220 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 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) ERICK D SOWELL Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. acting solely as nominee for MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS OF COLORADO, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust August 26, 2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 30, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number) 645743 Original Principal Amount $150,767.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $146,477.07 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 Part of the SE1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 20, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, described as follows: Beginning at a point 197.5 feet North of the Northwest corner of Lot 32 in Block 2, of Plat "A" of the Town of Cedaredge, Colorado.

Thence North 62.5 feet; Thence East 150 feet; Thence South 62.5 feet to the Northeast corner of tract described in Book 412 at Page 397, Thence along North line of said Tract West 150 feet to the place of beginning.

Delta County, State of Colorado The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 245 NW 3RD STREET, 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, 03/27/2013, 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 1/30/2013 Last Publication 2/27/2013 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: 11/27/2012 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

Wednesday, February 20, 2013 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 # 9105.05025 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0221 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 28, 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) Max P. Chesnik and Kristin Chesnik Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust September 17, 2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 22, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number) 645487 Original Principal Amount $345,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $336,180.29 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. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A The NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 14, Township 14 South, Range 92 West of the 6th P.M. Together with a non-exclusive easement 30 feet in width for ingress and egress, the centerline of which shall be the centerline of an existing road which runs generally in a North-South direction from county road M-75 to the subject property and running through the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 14, Township 14 South, Range 92 West of the 6th P.M. County of Delta, State of Colorado The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 38928 Stewart Mesa Road, 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, 03/27/2013, 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 1/30/2013 Last Publication 2/27/2013 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: 11/28/2012 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: KIMBERLY L. MARTINEZ #40351 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 # 12-12533 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0146 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 16, 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) KENT L. COTTEN AND KATHERINE A. COTTEN 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 January 31, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 26, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 623247 Original Principal Amount $283,288.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $273,573.54 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. THE SW1/4 OF THE SE1/4 AND THE NW1/4 OF THE SE1/4 OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 93 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. TOGETHER WITH ALL WATER AND WATER RIGHTS, DITCH AND DITCH RIGHTS APPURTENANT TO OR USED IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF BY

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REFERENCE. TOGETHER WITH, WITHOUT WARRANTY, ONE (1) SHARE OVERLAND DITCH AND CANAL. Also known by street and number as: TBD P-50 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, 04/03/2013, 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 2/6/2013 Last Publication 3/6/2013 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: 08/16/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee 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 81428-1387 (970) 5275353 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/COTTEN ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0222 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 29, 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) Haeston Slaughter Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Republic Mortgage Home Loans LLC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust August 24, 2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 25, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) 637143 Original Principal Amount $187,755.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $180,493.55 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 15 OF MESA CREST ESTATES AMENDMENT NO.3, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 3001 Ridge Road, 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, 04/03/2013, 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 2/6/2013 Last Publication 3/6/2013 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: 11/29/2012 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 # 12-12984 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the North Fork Ambulance Association will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Paonia center of the Delta Montrose Technical College, Paonia, CO for the purpose of discussing business which comes before the Board.

Richard Kinser, President Published in the Delta County Independent February 13 and 20, 2013.

D4 Wednesday, February 20, 2013 FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AMENDMENT TO ALL INTERESTED GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES AND PUBLIC GROUPS: As required by guidelines for the preparation of environmental impact statements, an environmental review has been performed on the proposed action below: Project: Town of Hotchkiss Location: Delta County, Colorado Project No.: 090032D Total Cost: $775,000 Project Description The original project installed new water distribution line that connected the Pressure Regulating Station (PRV) on 2nd St., went south to Main St., and then east to 4th St. The distribution line then goes south to Park Drive inside the fairgrounds, and goes east on Park Drive to Highway 92. At Highway 92 the distribution line continues southeast and ties into the existing 12-inch line south of the North Fork of the Gunnison River. The Town of Hotchkiss proposes to use the remaining funds from the principal forgiveness loan to replace the existing water meters with radio read water meters. The water meter component of the project will not result in new environmental impacts. The project is funded by a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan in the amount of $775,000.

The review process did not indicate that significant environmental impacts would result from the proposed action. Consequently, a preliminary decision not to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been made. The action is taken on the basis of a careful review of the engineering report, environmental assessment, and other supporting data that are on file in the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and are available for public review upon request.

Comments supporting or disagreeing with this decision may be submitted for consideration to: Erick Worker, Project Manager Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment WQCD-FSU-B1 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South Denver, CO 80246-1530 After evaluation of the comments received, the Division will make a final decision; however, no administrative decision will be taken on the project for at least 30 calendar days after release of the Finding of No Significant Impact.

Dated this 11th day of February, 2013. /s/ Steven H. Gunderson Director, Water Quality Control Division Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0223 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 29, 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) LANDON R. PHILLIPS AND PAULA A. PHILLIPS Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, A UTAH CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust February 26, 2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 03, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) 632499 Original Principal Amount $178,215.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $170,137.74 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 3, BOULDER PARK SUBDIVISION AS AMENDED, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 460 NORTH WEST 7TH STREET, 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, 04/03/2013, 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 2/6/2013 Last Publication 3/6/2013 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: 11/29/2012 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: MICHAEL MEDVED #14669 LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL P MEDVED PC 355 UNION BLVD #302, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 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 # 12-910-23278 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0224 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the

following described Deed of Trust: On November 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) JOHN T. HOBBS AND KAREN L. HOBBS Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust October 14, 2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 19, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number) 584464 Original Principal Amount $113,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $101,409.37 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 1, RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 2, FERRARO MINOR SUBDIVISION #MS98-080 AND MJ02-010.

DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 20453 E ROAD, 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, 04/03/2013, 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 2/6/2013 Last Publication 3/6/2013 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: 11/30/2012 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: 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 # 9105.05048 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0226 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 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) CHRISTINA MCVAUGH Original Beneficiary(ies) WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust January 11, 2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 12, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) 611316 Original Principal Amount $90,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $83,173.34 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4 OF HAMILTON SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 21228 MORRIS ROAD, 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, 04/10/2013, 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 2/13/2013 Last Publication 3/13/2013 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: 12/12/2012 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

PUBLIC NOTICES telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER H. TRACHTE, Esq. #40391 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 # 1068.05746 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 13, 20, 27, March 6 and 13, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0153 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 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) Milton E. Kramer and Rebecca C. Kramer Original Beneficiary(ies) Washington Mutual Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Citibank, N.A., as trustee for WaMu Series 2007-HE4 Trust Date of Deed of Trust May 04, 2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 11, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) 614973 Original Principal Amount $504,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $479,226.22 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 A parcel of land located within the W1/2NW1/4 of Section 4, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian having a description based upon a bearing of North 00°04'36" East from the 1/4 corner common to Sections 4 and 5 to the NW corner of Section 4, with all other bearings relative thereto and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the west line of said Section 4 at a point North 00°04'36" East 1050.00 feet from the W1/4 corner of said Section; thence continuing along the West line North 00°04'36" East 798.50 feet; thence leaving said West line South 89°55'24" East 1252.47 feet; thence South 22°04'05" West 861.16 feet; thence North 89°55'24" West 930.00 feet to the point of beginning.

Delta County, State of Colorado.

Together with ingress and egress over existing road (driveway) that is owned by Grantor.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 23981 UTE Trail Rd, 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, 04/10/2013, 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 2/13/2013 Last Publication 3/13/2013 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: 08/24/2012 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: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, 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 # 12-09022 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 13, 20, 27, March 6 and 13, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0225 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 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) KANDICE BEJARANO AND LAWRENCE BEJARANO Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust February 25, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 13, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 623766 Original Principal Amount $143,622.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $134,890.85 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. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A” AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. EXHIBIT A 2000011829 LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 324505223001 A certain tract or parcel of land in Delta County, in the State of Colorado, described as follows: LOTS 1 AND 2 IN BLOCK 2, HAMMONDS ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF PAONIA, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF NOW ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF SAID DELTA COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER OF SAID DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO, EXCEPTING FROM THE ABOVE THE WEST 50 FEET OF SAID LOTS 1 AND 2 IN BLOCK 2, HAMMOND'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF PAONIA, DELTA, COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 1216 2ND STREET, PAONIA, CO 81428-8424.

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, 04/10/2013, 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 2/13/2013 Last Publication 3/13/2013 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: 12/11/2012 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: KERRI ANN BOOTH #42562 LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL P MEDVED PC 355 UNION BLVD #302, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 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 # 12-910-23335 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 13, 20, 27, March 6 and 13, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0228 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 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) JESSE L. JONES AND DOLLY L. JONES Original Beneficiary(ies) United States of America, acting through the United States Department of Agriculture Current Holder of Evidence of Debt United States of America, acting through the Rural Housing Service Date of Deed of Trust May 22, 1996 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 22, 1996 Recording Information (Reception Number) 496022 Book: 760 Page: 399 Original Principal Amount $67,773.41 Outstanding Principal Balance $54,055.72 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 1, ROCKWOOD SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF CEDAREDGE, COLORADO A REPLATTING OF THE HIMES SUBDIVISION TO THE TOWN OF CEDAREDGE, COLORADO. TOGETHER WITH ALL IMPROVEMENTS THEREON. ALSO TOGETHER WITH ONE TOWN OF CEDAREDGE WATER TAP AND ONE TOWN OF CEDAREDGE SEWER TAP. EXCEPT AND SUBJECT TO EXISTING EASEMENTS, RIGHTS OF WAY AND RESERVATIONS VISIBLE OR OF RECORD AND SUBJECT TO THE LIEN OF A DEED OF TRUST FROM MARJORIE L. KEYS TO THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE OF DELTA COUNTY FOR THE USE OF UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING THROUGH FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION RECORDED JANUARY 8, 1991 IN BOOK 667 AT PAGE 516, THE LIEN OF WHICH THE BORROWER ASSUMES AND AGREES TO PAY. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 785 NW CEDAR 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, 04/17/2013, 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 2/20/2013

Last Publication 3/20/2013 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: 12/13/2012 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: THOMAS L. JAPHET #15425 UNITED STATE OF AMERICA, acting through the Rural Housing Service 740 SIMMS ST ROOM 309, GOLDEN, CO 80401-4720 (303) 2755555 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 # 7487397 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0229 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 14, 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 J. RUSSELL Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. acting solely as nominee for ASSURITY FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust January 02, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 08, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 621962 Original Principal Amount $114,798.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $118,741.12 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 23 AND 24, BLOCK 1, HILLMAN’S SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 1040 BLUFF 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, 04/17/2013, 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 2/20/2013 Last Publication 3/20/2013 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: 12/14/2012 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 # 9105.05095 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0230 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 14, 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) JAY D. BRIGHT AND LOIS Y. BRIGHT Original Beneficiary(ies) OPTION ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, as Trustee for CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-OPT3, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-OPT3 Date of Deed of Trust March 14, 2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 23, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number) 589292 Original Principal Amount $133,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $124,547.11 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 C-1 OF THE RESUBDIVISION

Delta County Independent OF LOT 1 OF THE HANSFORD GARRETT SUBDIVISION NO. 4, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 20214 KETTLE ROAD, AUSTIN, CO 81410-8317.

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, 04/17/2013, 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 2/20/2013 Last Publication 3/20/2013 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: 12/14/2012 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: MONICA KADRMAS, Esq #34904 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 # 6662.28645 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICE Mountain Coal Company, LLC (MCC), P.O. Box 591 Somerset, CO 81434, (970) 929-5015, has filed a request for partial Phase I Bond Release of MCC’s Mining and Reclamation Permit No. C-80-007 with the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Board (Board), under the provisions of the Colorado Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Act of 1979.

The permit was originally issued by the CDRMS in July 1981, and was reissued August 1986, January 1993 (effective August 1991), July 1996, July 2001, July 2006 and July 2011. The current five-year permit term expires July 31, 2016. MCC’s five-year permit area contains lands in Sections 9-11, 13-36, T13S, R90W, 6th PM; and Sections 23-26, T13S, R91W, 6th PM, and Sections 1-5 , 8-12, T14S, R90W, 6th PM in Delta and Gunnison Counties. The location of the lands can be found on the USGS 7.5 minute Somerset and Minnesota Pass quadrangle topographic maps. The current permit area encompasses approximately 17,154.9 acres.

MCC is requesting Phase I Bond Release for reclaimed methane drainage wells (MDW), exploration sites and roads, that have been reclaimed within the area of Box Canyon and the Dry Fork of Minnesota Creek. These sites are located within the National Forest System lands and within portions of Sections 14, 27, 28, 34, and 35 of Township 13 South, Range 90 West, and in Sections 1 and 2 of Township 14 South, Range 90 West. These drill sites and roads were necessary for both coal exploration and mine methane drainage. MCC is requesting the release of reclamation bond liability of sixty percent (60%) of the bond posted for those sites in this application.

Reclamation of the various drill site locations and roads within MCC’s permit area were completed during 2011 and 2012. Reclamation included proper plugging and abandonment of drill holes, as well as backfilling and regrading drill pad locations and access roads. The well sites and roads proposed for bond release have been revegetated and stabilized using various methods of seeding, fertilizing, and mulching, including the installation of straw and erosion control matting.

A copy of the Phase I Bond Release application is available for review at the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (CDRMS), 1313 Sherman Street, Room 215 Denver, CO 80203, phone (303) 866-3567, and the Gunnison County Planning Office, 221 N. Wisconsin, Suite D, Gunnison, CO 81230. Comments or objections concerning the application should be directed to the CDRMS at the above address not later than 30 days after the first date of publication of this notice (published 4 times consecutively) in order to be considered.

Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6 and 13, 2013.

NOTICE Applications for appointment to the Board of Directions of the North Fork Water Conservancy District for one Director from Subdivision 1 (Paonia/Fire Mountain) Division, one Director from Subdivision 2 (Hotchkiss Division) and one Director from Subdivision 3 (Minnesota Creek Division) for a 3 year term will be accepted by the District Court, 7th Judicial District, Delta County Courthouse, Delta, Colorado, prior to March 13, 2013.

Applicants must reside within that Subdivision and have resided within the District for a period of one (1) years and be the owner of real property located within the District.

The application should be accompanied by resumes containing the applicant's background reflecting agricultural, municipal, industrial and other interests in the beneficial use of water within the District. A description of the boundaries of the Subdivisions are available from Jean Hampton, Secretary of the District, P.O. Box 217, Hotchkiss, Colorado 81419. /s/ Jean Hampton Secretary North Fork Water Conservancy District Published in the Delta County Independent February 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

District Court Delta, Colorado 5th and Palmer Street Delta, Colorado 81416 ROCKING HORSE WINNERS, LLC, Plaintiffs, vs.

EVELYN MARIE WILBURN; KEVIN

J. KLEIN; KEITH D. YERGERT; MARVIN J. HARRIS; KAREN ANN FUCHS; SHIRLEY J. HARRIS; EVE YERGERT; PATRICIA McGOYNE; ROBERT D. WILBURN; PAM WILBURN, ROBT WILBURN; EVELYN MAE HARRIS; KATHY BAGLEY; AND JOHN DOE, ET. AL. Defendants.

Attorney for Plaintiff: Drew Moore 300 Main Street, Suite 101 Grand Junction, Colorado 81501 Phone Number: (970) 256-9017 Atty. Reg. #: 23318 Case Number: 2012 CV 324 Division: 1 SUMMONS THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT You are hereby summoned and required to file with the clerk of this court an answer or other response to the attached complaint. If service of the summons and complaint was made upon you within the State of Colorado, you are required to file your answer or other response within 21 days after such service upon you. If service of the summons and complaint was made upon you outside of the State of Colorado, you are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after such service upon you.

If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within the applicable time period. judgment by default may be entered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice.

The following documents are also served herewith: PETITION FOR DECLARATORY RELIEF PURSUANT TO CRCP 57 AND CRCP 105, SUMMONS and DISTRICT COURT CIVIL (CV) CASE COVER SHEET FOR INITIAL PLEADING OF COMPLIANT FOR DECLARATORY RELIEF. Dated at Grand Junction, Colorado, December 20, 2012. /s/ Drew Moore Drew Moore, #23318 Attorney for Plaintiff Plaintiff's Address: 202 N. Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501 This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4, C.R.C.P., as amended.

A copy of the Complaint must be served with this summons. This form should not be used where service by publication is desired.

TO THE CLERK: If the summons is issued by the clerk of the court, the signature block for the clerk, deputy and seal of the court should be provided by stamp, or typewriter, in the space to the left of the attorney's name.

Published in the Delta County Independent February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The Annual meeting of the Relief Ditch Co. will be held at the School District Office at Read, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of electing a Board of Directors, discussing repairs and maintenance and to transact any other business that may properly come before the meeting.

Carol Morrell, Secretary Treasurer If you are not able to attend the meeting, please send proxy.

Published in the Delta County Independent February 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

STORAGE UNIT SALE Contents of Farnsworth Minis Unit G3 located at 175 Hwy 133 Paonia, CO. Unknown contents belonging to Daneen Kirkwood, last known address of 17019 Garvin Mesa Rd., Paonia, CO 81428. Contents of this unit will be disposed of on March 15th as Farnsworth Minis chooses.

Published in the Delta County Independent February 13 and 20, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING LONE CABIN DITCH & RESERVOIR COMPANY The annual meeting of the Lone Cabin Ditch & Reservoir company will be held Monday, March 4, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at the Briscoe residence 42384 Lamborn Mesa Road, Paonia, Colorado, for the purpose of electing board members, establishing assessments, discussion of possible future amendments to By-Laws and/or articles of Incorporation, and for such other business as may come before the stockholders.

James R. Briscoe President Published in the Delta County Independent February 13, 20 and 27, 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 Mike Tapia last known address is General Delivery, Cedaredge, CO 81413, whose property is stored at Grand Mesa Mini Storage, Unit 94 will be sold to the highest bidder at 2 PM on February 23, 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 February 13 and 20, 2013.

REQUEST FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Hotchkiss, Colorado until 3:45 pm Thursday 7 March 6, 2013 at the Hotchkiss Town Hall, 276 W Main Street, PO Box 369, Hotchkiss, CO, to furnish all labor, equipment, and materials, and incidentals for the Meter Replacement Project in accordance with the Contract Documents.

Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any and all informalities and to negotiate contract terms with the successful Bidder, or to accept the bid for the contract which in its judgment best serves the interest of the Owner, and the right to disregard all nonconforming, non-responsive, or conditional bids.

Plans and specifications may be obtained for a $20.00 fee from the Hotchkiss Town Hall, 276 W Main Street, PO Box 369, Hotchkiss, CO 81419, (970) 872 3663.

Each bidder is responsible for inspecting the site and for reading and being thoroughly familiar with the Contract Documents. The failure or omission of any Bidder to do any of the foregoing shall in no way relieve any Bidder from any obligation in respect to its bid.

A meeting will be held at the Hotchkiss Town Hall on Wednesday February 27, 2013 at 2:00 pm for the purpose of addressing any questions concerning the proposed project. A site visit will be included as part of the meeting. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting.

Town of Hotchkiss By: Marlene Searle, Town Clerk/ Treasurer Publication: Delta County Independent February 13, 20, 2013 Published in the Delta County Independent February 13 and 20, 2013.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent ORDINANCE 2013-01 FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION ARTICLE I STATUTORY AUTHORIZATION, FINDINGS OF FACT, PURPOSE AND METHODS SECTION A. STATUTORY AUTHORIZATION The Legislature of the State of Colorado has, in Title 29, Article 20 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, delegated the responsibility of local governmental units to adopt regulations designed to minimize flood losses. Therefore, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, does hereby adopt the following floodplain management regulations: SECTION B. FINDINGS OF FACT 1. The flood hazard areas of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, are subject to periodic inundation, which results in loss of life and property, health and safety hazards, disruption of commerce and governmental services, and extraordinary public expenditures for flood protection and relief, all of which adversely affect the public health, safety and general welfare.

2. These flood losses are created by the cumulative effect of obstructions in floodplains, which cause an increase in flood heights and velocities, and by the occupancy of flood hazards areas by uses vulnerable to floods and hazardous to other lands because they are inadequately elevated, flood proofed or otherwise protected from flood damage.

SECTION C. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE It is the purpose of this ordinance to promote the public health, safety and general welfare and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions designed to: 1. Protect human life and health; 2. Minimize expenditure of public money for costly flood control projects; 3. Minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public; 4. Minimize prolonged business interruptions; 5. Minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets and bridges located in floodplains; 6. Help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the sound use and development of flood prone areas in such a manner as to minimize future flood blight areas; and 7. Insure that potential buyers are notified that property is in a flood area.

SECTION D. METHODS OF REDUCING FLOOD LOSSES In order to accomplish its purposes, this ordinance uses the following methods: 1. Restrict or prohibit uses that are dangerous to health, safety or property in times of flood, or cause excessive increases in flood heights or velocities; 2. Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including facilities that serve such uses, be protected against flood damage at the time of initial construction; 3. Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream channels, and natural protective barriers, which are involved in the accommodation of floodwaters; 4. Control filling, grading, dredging and other development which may increase flood damage; 5. Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers which will unnaturally divert floodwaters or which may increase flood hazards to other lands.

ARTICLE II DEFINITIONS Unless specifically defined below, words or phrases used in this ordinance shall be interpreted to give them the meaning they have in common usage and to give this ordinance its most reasonable application.

100-YEAR FLOOD - A flood having a recurrence interval that has a onepercent chance of being equaled or exceeded during any given year (1-percent-annual-chance flood).

The terms “one-hundred-year flood” and “one percent chance flood” are synonymous with the term “100-year flood.” The term does not imply that the flood will necessarily happen once everyone hundred years.

100-YEAR FLOODPLAIN - The area of land susceptible to being inundated as a result of the occurrence of a one-hundred-year flood.

500- YEAR FLOOD - A flood having a recurrence interval that has a 0.2percent chance of being equaled or exceeded during any given year (0.2-percent-chance-annual-flood).

The term does not imply that the flood will necessarily happen once every five hundred years.

500-YEAR FLOODPLAIN - The area of land susceptible to being inundated as a result of the occurrence of a five-hundred-year flood.

ADDITION - Any activity that expands the enclosed footprint or increases the square footage of an existing structure.

ALLUVIAL FAN FLOODING - means flooding occurring on the surface of an alluvial fan or similar landform which originates at the apex and is characterized by high-velocity flows; active processes of erosion, sediment transport, and deposition; and unpredictable flow paths.

APEX - means a point on an alluvial fan or similar landform below which the flow path of the major stream that formed the fan becomes unpredictable and alluvial fan flooding can occur.

AREA OF SHALLOW FLOODING means a designated AO, AH, or VO zone on a community’s Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) with a one percent chance or greater annual chance of flooding to an average depth of one to three feet where a clearly defined channel does not exist, where the path of flooding is unpredictable and where velocity flow may be evident. Such flooding is characterized by ponding or sheet flow.

AREA OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD - is the land in the floodplain within a community subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year. The area may be designated as Zone A on the Flood Hazard Boundary Map (FHBM). After detailed ratemaking has been completed in preparation for publication of the FIRM, Zone A usually is refined into Zones A, AE, AH, AO, A1-99, VO, V1-30, VE or V. BASE FLOOD - means the flood having a one percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year.

BASE FLOOD ELEVATION (BFE) - The elevation shown on a FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map for Zones AE, AH, A1-A30, AR, AR/ A, AR/ AE, AR/ A1-A30, AR/ AH, AR/ AO, V1-V30, and VE that indicates the water surface elevation resulting from a flood that has a one percent chance of equaling or exceeding that level in any given year.

BASEMENT - means any area of the building having its floor subgrade (below ground level) on all sides.

CHANNEL - The physical confine of stream or waterway consisting of a bed and stream banks, existing in a variety of geometries.

CHANNELIZATION - The artificial creation, enlargement or realignment of a stream channel.

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS (CFR) - The codification of

the general and permanent Rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government. It is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to Federal regulation.

COMMUNITY - Any political subdivision in the state of Colorado that has authority to adopt and enforce floodplain management regulations through zoning, including, but not limited to, cities, towns, unincorporated areas in the counties, Indian tribes and drainage and flood control districts.

CONDITIONAL LETTER OF MAP REVISION (CLOMR) - FEMA’s comment on a proposed project, which does not revise an effective floodplain map, that would, upon construction, affect the hydrologic or hydraulic characteristics of a flooding source and thus result in the modification of the existing regulatory floodplain.

CRITICAL FACILITY - A structure or related infrastructure, but not the land on which it is situated, as specified in Article 5, Section H, that if flooded may result in significant hazards to public health and safety or interrupt essential services and operations for the community at any time before, during and after a flood. See Article 5, Section H. CRITICAL FEATURE - means an integral and readily identifiable part of a flood protection system, without which the flood protection provided by the entire system would be compromised.

DEVELOPMENT - means any manmade change in improved and unimproved real estate, including but not limited to buildings or other structures, mining, dredging, filling, grading, paving, excavation or drilling operations or storage of equipment or materials.

DFIRM DATABASE - Database (usually spreadsheets containing data and analyses that accompany DFIRMs). The FEMA Mapping Specifications and Guidelines outline requirements for the development and maintenance of DFIRM databases.

DIGITAL FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (DFIRM) - FEMA digital floodplain map. These digital maps serve as “regulatory floodplain maps” for insurance and floodplain management purposes.

ELEVATED BUILDING - means a non-basement building (i) built, in the case of a building in Zones A130, AE, A, A99, AO, AH, B, C, X, and D, to have the top of the elevated floor, or in the case of a building in Zones V1-30, VE, or V, to have the bottom of the lowest horizontal structure member of the elevated floor elevated above the ground level by means of pilings, columns (posts and piers), or shear walls parallel to the floor of the water and (ii) adequately anchored so as not to impair the structural integrity of the building during a flood of up to the magnitude of the base flood. In the case of Zones A1-30, AE, A, A99, AO, AH, B, C, X, and D, “elevated building” also includes a building elevated by means of fill or solid foundation perimeter walls with openings sufficient to facilitate the unimpeded movement of flood waters. In the case of Zones V1-30, VE, or V, “elevated building” also includes a building otherwise meeting the definition of “elevated building,” even though the lower area is enclosed by means of breakaway walls if the breakaway walls met the standards of Section 60.3(e)(5) of the National Flood Insurance Program regulations.

EXISTING CONSTRUCTION means for the purposes of determining rates, structures for which the “start of construction” commenced before the effective date of the FIRM or before January 1, 1975, for FIRMs effective before that date. “Existing construction” may also be referred to as “existing structures.”

EXISTING MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION means a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including, at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed before the effective date of the floodplain management regulations adopted by a community.

EXPANSION TO AN EXISTING MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION - means the preparation of additional sites by the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads).

FEDERAL REGISTER - The official daily publication for Rules, proposed Rules, and notices of Federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.

FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency, the agency responsible for administering the National Flood Insurance Program.

FLOOD OR FLOODING - means a general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normally dry land areas from: 1. the overflow of inland or tidal waters.

2. the unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source; or 3. Mudslides or mudflows that occur from excess surface water that is combined with mud or other debris that is sufficiently fluid so as to flow over the surface of normally dry land areas (such as earth carried by a current of water and deposited along the path of the current).

FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP (FIRM) - means an official map of a community, on which the Federal Emergency Management Agency has delineated both the areas of special flood hazards and the risk premium zones applicable to the community.

FLOOD INSURANCE STUDY (FIS) is the official report provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The report contains flood profiles, water surface elevation of the base flood, as well as the Flood Boundary-Floodway Map. FLOODPLAIN OR FLOOD-PRONE AREA - means any land area susceptible to being inundated by water from any source (see definition of flooding).

FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR The community official designated by title to administer and enforce the floodplain management regulations.

FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT - A permit required before construction or development begins within any Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). If FEMA has not defined the SFHA within a community, the community shall require permits for all proposed construction or other development in the community including the placement of manufactured homes, so that it may determine whether such construction or other development is proposed within flood-prone areas. Permits are required to ensure that proposed development projects meet the requirements of the NFIP and this floodplain management ordinance.

FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT means the operation of an overall program of corrective and preventive measures for reducing flood damage, including but not limited

to emergency preparedness plans, flood control works and floodplain management regulations.

FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS - means zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, building codes, health regulations, special purpose ordinances (such as a floodplain ordinance, grading ordinance and erosion control ordinance) and other applications of police power. The term describes such state or local regulations, in any combination thereof, which provide standards for the purpose of flood damage prevention and reduction.

FLOOD CONTROL STRUCTURE A physical structure designed and built expressly or partially for the purpose of reducing, redirecting, or guiding flood flows along a particular waterway. These specialized flood modifying works are those constructed in conformance with sound engineering standards.

FLOOD PROTECTION SYSTEM - means those physical structural works for which funds have been authorized, appropriated, and expended and which have been constructed specifically to modify flooding in order to reduce the extent of the areas within a community subject to a “special flood hazard” and the extent of the depths of associated flooding. Such a system typically includes hurricane tidal barriers, dams, reservoirs, levees or dikes. These specialized flood modifying works are those constructed in conformance with sound engineering standards.

FLOOD PROOFING - means any combination of structural and nonstructural additions, changes, or adjustments to structures which reduce or eliminate flood damage to real estate or improved real property, water and sanitary facilities, structures and their contents.

FLOODWAY (REGULATORY FLOODWAY) - means the channel of a river or other watercourse and the adjacent land areas that must be reserved in order to discharge the base flood without cumulatively increasing the water surface elevation more than a designated height.

FREEBOARD - The vertical distance in feet above a predicted water surface elevation intended to provide a margin of safety to compensate for unknown factors that could contribute to flood heights greater than the height calculated for a selected size flood such as debris blockage of bridge openings and the increased runoff due to urbanization of the watershed.

FUNCTIONALLY DEPENDENT USE - means a use which cannot perform its intended purpose unless it is located or carried out in close proximity to water. The term includes only docking facilities, port facilities that are necessary for the loading and unloading of cargo or passengers, and ship building and ship repair facilities, but does not include long-term storage or related manufacturing facilities.

HIGHEST ADJACENT GRADE - means the highest natural elevation of the round surface prior to construction next to the proposed walls of a structure.

HISTORIC STRUCTURE - means any structure that is: 1. Listed individually in the National Register of Historic Places (a listing maintained by the Department of Interior) or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as meeting the requirements for individual listing on the National Register; 2. Certified or preliminarily determined by the Secretary of the Interior as contributing to the historical significance of a registered historic district or a district preliminarily determined by the Secretary to qualify as a registered historic district; 3. Individually listed on a state inventory of historic places in states with historic preservation programs which have been approved by the Secretary of Interior; or 4. Individually listed on a local inventory or historic places in communities with historic preservation programs that have been certified either: a) by an approved state program as determined by the Secretary of the Interior or; b) directly by the Secretary of the Interior in states without approved programs.

LETTER OF MAP REVISION (LOMR) - FEMA’s official revision of an effective Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), or Flood Boundary and Floodway Map (FBFM), or both.

LOMRs are generally based on the implementation of physical measures that affect the hydrologic or hydraulic characteristics of a flooding source and thus result in the modification of the existing regulatory floodway, the effective Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), or the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).

LETTER OF MAP REVISION BASED ON FILL (LOMR-F) - FEMA’s modification of the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) based on the placement of fill outside the existing regulatory floodway.

LEVEE - means a man-made structure, usually an earthen embankment, designed and constructed in accordance with sound engineering practices to contain, control, or divert the flow of water so as to provide protection from temporary flooding.

LEVEE SYSTEM - means a flood protection system which consists of a levee, or levees, and associated structures, such as closure and drainage devices, which are constructed and operated in accordance with sound engineering practices.

LOWEST FLOOR - means the lowest floor of the lowest enclosed area (including basement). An unfinished or flood resistant enclosure, usable solely for parking or vehicles, building access or storage in an area other than a basement area is not considered a building’s lowest floor; provided that such enclosure is not built so as to render the structure in violation of the applicable non-elevation design requirement of Section 60.3 of the National Flood insurance Program regulations.

MANUFACTURED HOME - means a structure transportable in one or more sections, which is built on a permanent chassis and is designed for use with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. The term “manufactured home” does not include a “recreational vehicle”.

MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION - means a parcel (or contiguous parcels) of land divided into two or more manufactured home lots for rent or sale.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) - A form with data regarding the properties of a particular substance. An important component of product stewardship and workplace safety, it is intended to provide workers and emergency personnel with procedures for handling or working with that substance in a safe manner, and includes information such as physical data (melting point, boiling point, flash point, etc.), toxicity, health effects, first aid, reactivity, storage, disposal, protective equipment, and spill-handling procedures.

MEAN SEA LEVEL - means, for purposes of the National Flood Insurance Program, the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) of 1929 or other datum, to which base flood elevations shown on a

community’s Flood Insurance Rate Map are referenced.

NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP) - FEMA’s program of flood insurance coverage and floodplain management administered in conjunction with the Robert T. Stafford Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. The NFIP has applicable Federal regulations promulgated in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The U.S. Congress established the NFIP in 1968 with the passage of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968.

NEW CONSTRUCTION - means, for the purpose of determining insurance rates, structures for which the “start of construction” commenced on or after the effective date of an initial FIRM or after December 31, 1974, whichever is later, and includes any subsequent improvements to such structures. For floodplain management purposes, “new construction” means structures for which the “start of construction” commenced on or after the effective date of a floodplain management regulation adopted by a community and includes any subsequent improvements to such structures.

NEW MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OR SUBDIVISION - means a manufactured home park or subdivision for which the construction of facilities for servicing the lots on which the manufactured homes are to be affixed (including at a minimum, the installation of utilities, the construction of streets, and either final site grading or the pouring of concrete pads) is completed on or after the effective date of floodplain management regulations adopted by a community.

NO-RISE CERTIFICATION - A record of the results of an engineering analysis conducted to determine whether a project would increase flood heights in a floodway. A NoRise Certification must be supported by technical data and signed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer. The supporting technical data should be based on the standard step-backwater computer model used to develop the 100-year flood way shown on the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) or Flood Boundary and Floodway Map (FBFM).

PHYSICAL MAP REVISION (PMR) - FEMA’s action whereby one or more map panels are physically revised and republished. A PMR is used to change flood risk zones, floodplain and/ or floodway delineations, flood elevations, and/or planimetric features.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - means a vehicle which is: 1. built on a single chassis; 2. 400 square feet or less when measured at the largest horizontal projections; 3. designed to be self-propelled or permanently towable by a light duty truck; and 4. designed primarily not for use as a permanent dwelling but as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel, or seasonal use SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREA - The land in the floodplain within a community subject to a one percent or greater chance of flooding in any given year, i.e., the 100-year floodplain.

START OF CONSTRUCTION - (for other than new construction or substantial improvements under the Coastal Barrier Resources Act (Pub. L. 97-348)), includes substantial improvement and means the date the building permit was issued, provided the actual start of construction, repair, reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, placement, or other improvement was within 180 days of the permit date. The actual start means either the first placement of permanent construction of a structure on a site, such as the pouring of slab or footings, the installation of piles, the construction of columns, or any work beyond the stage of excavation; or the placement of a manufactured home on a foundation. Permanent construction does not include land preparation, such as clearing, grading and filling, nor does it include the installation of streets and/or walkways; nor does it include excavation for basement, footings, piers or foundations or the erection of temporary forms; nor does it include the installation on the property of accessory buildings, such as garages or sheds not occupied as dwelling units or not part of the main structure. For a substantial improvement, the actual start of construction means the first alteration of any wall, ceiling, floor, or other structural part of a building, whether or not that alteration affects the external dimensions of the building.

STRUCTURE - means a walled and roofed building, including a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground, as well as a manufactured home.

SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE - means damage of any origin sustained by a structure whereby the cost of restoring the structure to its before damaged condition would equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the damage occurred.

SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT - means any reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or other improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure before “start of construction” of the improvement. This includes structures which have incurred “substantial damage”, regardless of the actual repair work performed. The term does not, however, include either: 1. Any project for improvement of a structure to correct existing violations of state or local health, sanitary, or safety code specifications which have been identified by the local code enforcement official and which are the minimum necessary conditions or 2. Any alteration of a “historic structure”, provided that the alteration will not preclude the structure’s continued designation as a “historic structure.”

VARIANCE - is a grant of relief to a person from the requirement of this ordinance when specific enforcement would result in unnecessary hardship. A variance, therefore, permits construction or development in a manner otherwise prohibited by this ordinance.

(For full requirements see Section 60.6 of the National Flood Insurance Program regulations.)

VIOLATION - means the failure of a structure or other development to be fully compliant with the community’s floodplain management regulations. A structure or other development without the elevation certificate, other certifications, or other evidence of compliance required in Section 60.3(b)(5), (c)(4),(c)(10), (d)(3), (e)(2), (e)(4), or (e)(5) is presumed to be in violation until such time as that documentation is provided.

WATER SURFACE ELEVATION - means the height, in relation to the North American Vertical Datum (NAVD) of 1988 (or other datum, where specified), of floods of various magnitudes and frequencies in the floodplains of coastal or riverine areas.

ARTICLE III GENERAL PROVISIONS SECTION A. LANDS TO WHICH THIS ORDINANCE APPLIES The ordinance shall apply to all Special Flood Hazard Areas and areas removed from the floodplain

by the issuance of a FEMA Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMRF) within the jurisdiction of the Town of Paonia, Colorado.

SECTION B. BASIS FOR ESTABLISHING THE AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD The Special Flood Hazard Areas identified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency in a scientific and engineering report entitled, “The Flood Insurance Study for Delta County, Colorado,” dated August 19,2010, with accompanying Flood Insurance Rate Maps and/or Flood Boundary-Floodway Maps (FIRM and/or FBFM) and any revisions thereto are hereby adopted by reference and declared to be a part of this ordinance. These Special Flood Hazard Areas identified by the FIS and attendant mapping are the minimum area of applicability of this ordinance and may be supplemented by studies designated and approved by the Town of Paonia. The Floodplain Administrator shall keep a copy of the Flood Insurance Study (FIS), DFIRMs, FIRMs and/or FBFMs on file and available for public inspection.

SECTION C. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT A Floodplain Development Permit shall be required to ensure conformance with the provisions of this ordinance.

SECTION D. COMPLIANCE No structure or land shall hereafter be located, altered, or have its use changed within the Special Flood Hazard Area without full compliance with the terms of this ordinance and other applicable regulations. Nothing herein shall prevent the Town of Paonia from taking such lawful action as is necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.

These regulations meet the minimum requirements as set forth by the Colorado Water Conservation Board and the National Flood Insurance Program.

SECTION E. ABROGATION AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS This ordinance is not intended to repeal, abrogate, or impair any existing easements, covenants, or deed restrictions. However, where this ordinance and another ordinance, resolution, easement, covenant, or deed restriction conflict or overlap, whichever imposes the more stringent restrictions shall prevail.

SECTION F. INTERPRETATION In the interpretation and application of this ordinance, all provisions shall be: 1. considered as minimum requirements; 2. liberally construed in favor of the governing body; and 3. deemed neither to limit nor repeal any other powers granted under State statutes.

SECTION G. WARNING AND DISCLAIMER OR LIABILITY The degree of flood protection required by this ordinance is considered reasonable for regulatory purposes and is based on scientific and engineering considerations. On rare occasions greater floods can and will occur and flood heights may be increased by man-made or natural causes. This ordinance does not imply that land outside the Special Flood Hazard Area or uses permitted within such areas will be free from flooding or flood damages. This ordinance shall not create liability on the part of the Community or any official or employee thereof for any flood damages that result from reliance on this ordinance or any administrative decision lawfully made thereunder.

SECTION H. SEVERABILITY This ordinance and the various parts thereof are hereby declared to be severable. Should any section of this ordinance be declared by the courts to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole, or any portion thereof other than the section so declared to be unconstitutional or invalid.

ARTICLE IV ADMINISTRATION SECTION A. DESIGNATION OF THE FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR The Building Official of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, is hereby appointed the Floodplain Administrator to administer and implement the provisions of this ordinance and other appropriate sections of 44 CFR (National Flood Insurance Program Regulations) pertaining to floodplain management. The Town Administrator may appoint a designee to assist, facilitate and enforce the provisions hereof.

SECTION B. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR Duties and responsibilities of the Floodplain Administrator, or designee, shall include, but not be limited to, the following: 1. Maintain and hold open for public inspection all records pertaining to the provisions of this ordinance, including the actual elevation (in relation to mean sea level) of the lowest floor (including basement) of all new or substantially improved structures and any floodproofing certificate required

by Article 4, Section C. 2. Review, approve, or deny all applications for Floodplain Development Permits required by adoption of this ordinance.

3. Review Floodplain Development Permit applications to determine whether a proposed building site, including the placement of manufactured homes, will be reasonably safe from flooding.

4. Review permits for proposed development to assure that all necessary permits have been obtained from those Federal, State or local governmental agencies (including Section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972, 33 U.S.C. 1334) from which prior approval is required.

5. Inspect all development at appropriate times during the period of construction to ensure compliance with all provisions of this ordinance, including proper elevation of the structure.

6. Where interpretation is needed as to the exact location of the boundaries of the Special Flood Hazard Area (for example, where there appears to be a conflict between a mapped boundary and actual field conditions) the Floodplain Administrator shall make the necessary interpretation.

7. When Base Flood Elevation data has not been provided in accordance with Article 3, Section B, the Floodplain Administrator shall obtain, review and reasonably utilize any Base Flood Elevation data and Floodway data available from a Federal, State, or other source, in order to administer the provisions of Article 5.

8. For waterways with Base Flood Elevations for which a regulatory Floodway has not been designated, no new construction, substantial improvements, or other development (including fill) shall be permitted within Zones A1-30 and AE on the community’s FIRM, unless it is demonstrated that the cumulative effect of the proposed development, when combined with all other existing and anticipated development, will not increase the water surface elevation of the base flood more than one-half foot at any point within the community.

9. Under the provisions of 44 CFR Chapter 1, Section 65.12, of the National Flood Insurance Program regulations, a community may approve certain development in Zones A1-30, AE, AH, on the community’s FIRM which increases the

Wednesday, February 20, 2013 water surface elevation of the base flood by more than one-half foot, provided that the community first applies for a conditional FIRM revision through FEMA (Conditional Letter of Map Revision), fulfills the requirements for such revisions as established under the provisions of Section 65.12 and receives FEMA approval.

10. Notify, in riverine situations, adjacent communities and the State Coordinating Agency, which is the Colorado Water Conservation Board, prior to any alteration or relocation of a watercourse, and submit evidence of such notification to FEMA. 11. Ensure that the flood carrying capacity within the altered or relocated portion of any watercourse is maintained.

SECTION C. PERMIT PROCEDURES Application for a Floodplain Development Permit shall be presented to the Floodplain Administrator on forms furnished by him/her and may include, but not be limited to, plans in duplicate drawn to scale showing the location, dimensions, and elevation of proposed landscape alterations, existing and proposed structures, including the placement of manufactured homes, and the location of the foregoing in relation to areas of special flood hazard. Additionally, the following information is required: 1. Elevation (in relation to mean sea level), of the lowest floor (including basement) of all new and substantially improved structures; 2. Elevation in relation to mean sea level to which any nonresidential structure shall be flood proofed; 3. A certificate from a registered professional engineer or architect that the nonresidential flood proofed structure shall meet the floodproofing criteria of Article 5, Section B(2); 4. Description of the extent to which any watercourse or natural drainage will be altered or relocated as a result of proposed development.

5. Maintain a record of all such information in accordance with Article 4, Section B. Approval or denial of a Development Permit by the Floodplain Administrator shall be based on all of the provisions of this ordinance and the following relevant factors: 1. The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage; 2. The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on the individual owner; 3. The danger that materials may be swept onto other lands to the injury of others; 4. The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development; 5. The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles; 6. The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions including maintenance and repair of streets and bridges, and public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems; 7. The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise and sediment transport of the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site; 8. The necessity to the facility of a waterfront location, where applicable; 9. The availability of alternative locations, not subject to flooding or erosion damage, for the proposed use; 10. The relationship of the proposed use to the comprehensive plan for that area.

SECTION D. VARIANCE PROCEDURES 1. The Appeal Board as established by the community shall hear and render judgment on requests for variances from the requirements of this ordinance.

2. The Appeal Board shall hear and render judgment on an appeal only when it is alleged there is an error in any requirement, decision, or determination made by the Floodplain Administrator in the enforcement or administration of this ordinance.

3. Any person or persons aggrieved by the decision of the Appeal Board may appeal such decision in the courts of competent jurisdiction.

4. The Floodplain Administrator shall maintain a record of all actions involving an appeal and shall report variances to the Federal Emergency Management Agency upon request.

5. Variances may be issued for the reconstruction, rehabilitation or restoration of structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places or the State Inventory of Historic Places, without regard to the procedures set forth in the remainder of this ordinance.

6. Variances may be issued for new construction and substantial improvements to be erected on a lot of one-half acre or less in size contiguous to and surrounded by lots with existing structures constructed below the base flood level, providing the relevant factors in Section C of this Article have been fully considered. As the lot size increases beyond the one-half acre, the technical justification required for issuing the variance increases.

7. Upon consideration of the factors noted above and the intent of this ordinance, the Appeal Board may attach such conditions to the granting of variances as it deems necessary to further the purpose and objectives of this ordinance (Article 1, Section C).

8. Variances shall not be issued within any designated floodway if any increase in flood levels during the base flood discharge would result.

9. Variances may be issued for the repair or rehabilitation of historic structures upon a determination that the proposed repair or rehabilitation will not preclude the structure’s continued designation as a historic structure and the variance is the minimum necessary to preserve the historic character and design of the structure.

10. Prerequisites for granting variances: a) Variances shall only be issued upon a determination that the variance is the minimum necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief b) Variances shall only be issued upon: 1) showing a good and sufficient cause; 2) a determination that failure to grant the variance would result in exceptional hardship to the applicant, and 3) a determination that the granting of a variance will not result in increased flood heights, additional threats to public safety, extraordinary public expense, create nuisances, cause fraud on or victimization of the public, or conflict with existing local laws, resolutions or ordinances. c) Any application to whom a variance is granted shall be given written notice that the structure will be permitted to be built with the lowest floor elevation below the base flood elevation, and that the cost of flood insurance will be commensurate with the increased risk resulting from the reduced lowest floor elevation.

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ARTICLE V PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD REDUCTION SECTION A. GENERAL STANDARDS In all areas of special flood hazards the following provisions are required for all new construction and substantial improvements: 1. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be designed (or modified) and adequately anchored to prevent flotation, collapse or lateral movement of the structure resulting from hydrodynamic and hydrostatic loads, including the effects of buoyancy; 2. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed by methods and practices that minimize flood damage; 3. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed with materials resistant to flood damage; 4. All new construction or substantial improvements shall be constructed with electrical, heating, ventilation, plumbing, and air conditioning equipment and other service facilities that are designed and/or located so as to prevent water from entering or accumulating within the components during conditions of flooding.

5. All manufactured homes shall be installed using methods and practices which minimize flood damage. For the purposes of this requirement, manufactured homes must be elevated and anchored to resist flotation, collapse, or lateral movement. Methods of anchoring may include, but are not limited to, use of over-the-top or frame ties to ground anchors. This requirement is in addition to applicable State and local anchoring requirements for resisting wind forces.

6. All new and replacement water supply systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system; 7. New and replacement sanitary sewage systems shall be designed to minimize or eliminate infiltration of flood waters into the system and discharge from the systems into flood waters; and, 8. On-site waste disposal systems shall be located to avoid impairment to them or contamination from them during flooding.

SECTION B. SPECIFIC STANDARDS In all areas of special flood hazards where base flood elevation data has been provided as set forth in (i) Article 3, Section B, (ii) Article 4, Section B(7), or (iii) Article 5, Section G, the following provisions are required: 1. Residential Construction - new construction and substantial improvement of any residential structure shall have the lowest floor (including basement), elevated to or above the base flood elevation.

Upon completion of the structure, the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, shall be certified by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer, architect, or land surveyor. Such certification shall be submitted to the Floodplain Administrator.

2. Nonresidential Construction With the exception of Critical Facilities, outlined in Article 5, Section H, new construction and substantial improvements of any commercial, industrial or other nonresidential structure shall either have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated to or above the base flood elevation or, together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities, be designed so that below the base flood elevation the structure is watertight with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads and effects of buoyancy. A registered Colorado professional engineer or architect shall develop and/or review structural design, specifications, and plans for the construction, and shall certify that the design and methods of construction are in accordance with accepted standards of practice as outlined in this subsection. Such certification shall be maintained by the Floodplain Administrator, as proposed in Article 4, Section C. 3. Enclosures - new construction and substantial improvements, with fully enclosed areas below the lowest floor that are usable solely for parking of vehicles, building access or storage in an area other than a basement and which are subject to flooding shall be designed to automatically equalize hydrostatic flood forces on exterior walls by allowing for the entry and exit of floodwaters. Designs for meeting this requirement must either be certified by a registered Colorado professional engineer or architect or meet or exceed the following minimum criteria: a) A minimum of two openings having a total net area of not less than one square inch for every square foot of enclosed area subject to flooding shall be provided. b) The bottom of all openings shall be no higher than one foot above grade. c) Openings may be equipped with screens, louvers, valves, or other coverings or devices provided that they permit the automatic entry and exit of floodwaters.

4. Manufactured Homes All manufactured homes that are placed or substantially improved within Zones A1-30, AH, and AE on the community’s FIRM on sites (i) outside of a manufactured home park or subdivision, (ii) in a new manufactured home park or subdivision, (iii) in an expansion to an existing manufactured home park or subdivision, or (iv) in an existing manufactured home park or subdivision on which manufactured home has incurred “substantial damage” as a result of a flood, be elevated on a permanent foundation such that the lowest floor of the manufactured home is elevated to one foot above the base flood elevation and be securely anchored to an adequately anchored foundation system to resist flotation, collapse, and lateral movement.

All manufactured homes placed or substantially improved on sites in an existing manufactured home park or subdivision within Zones A1-30, AH and AE on the community’s FIRM that are not subject to the provisions of the above paragraph, shall be elevated so that either: a. The lowest floor of the manufactured home is one foot above the base flood elevation, or b. The manufactured home chassis is supported by reinforced piers or other foundation elements of at least equivalent strength that are no less than 36 inches in height above grade and be securely anchored to an adequately anchored foundation system to resist flotation, collapse, and lateral movement.

5. Recreational Vehicles - Require that recreational vehicles placed on sites within Zones A1-30, AH, and AE on the community’s FIRM either: a) be on the site for fewer than

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SECTION C. STANDARDS FOR SUBDIVISION PROPOSALS 1. All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall be consistent with Article 1, Sections B, C, and D of this ordinance.

2. All proposals for the development of subdivisions including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall meet Development Permit requirements of Article 3, Section C; Article 4, Section C; and the provisions of Article 5 of this ordinance.

3. Base flood elevation data shall be generated for subdivision proposals and other proposed development including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions which is greater than 50 lots or 5 acres, whichever is lesser, if not otherwise provided pursuant to Article 3, Section B or Article 4, Section B (8) of this ordinance.

4. All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall have adequate drainage provided to reduce exposure to flood hazards.

5. All subdivision proposals including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions shall have public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems located and constructed to minimize or eliminate flood damage.

SECTION D. STANDARDS FOR AREAS OF SHALLOW FLOODING (AO/ AH ZONES) Located within the areas of special flood hazard established in Article 3, Section B, are areas designated as shallow flooding. These areas have special flood hazards associated with base flood depths of 1 to 3 feet where a clearly defined channel does not exist and where the path of flooding is unpredictable and where velocity flow may be evident. Such flooding is characterized by ponding or sheet flow; therefore, the following provisions apply: 1. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION All new construction and Substantial Improvements of residential structures must have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated above the highest adjacent grade at least one foot above the depth number specified in feet on the community’s FIRM (at least three feet if no depth number is specified). Upon completion of the structure, the elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, shall be certified by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer, architect, or land surveyor. Such certification shall be submitted to the Floodplain Administrator.

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NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION With the exception of Critical Facilities, outlined in Article 5, Section H, all new construction and Substantial Improvements of nonresidential structures, must have the lowest floor (including basement) elevated above the highest adjacent grade at least one foot above the depth number specified in feet on the community’s FIRM (at least three feet if no depth number is specified), or together with attendant utility and sanitary facilities be designed so that the structure is watertight to at least one foot above the base flood level with walls substantially impermeable to the passage of water and with structural components having the capability of resisting hydrostatic and hydrodynamic loads of effects of buoyancy. A registered Colorado Professional Engineer or architect shall submit a certification to the Floodplain Administrator that the standards of this Section, as proposed in Article 4, Section C, are satisfied.

Within Zones AH or AO, adequate drainage paths around structures on slopes are required to guide flood waters around and away from proposed structures.

SECTION E. FLOODWAYS Floodways are administrative limits and tools used to regulate existing and future floodplain development.

The State of Colorado has adopted Floodway standards that are more stringent than the FEMA minimum standard (see definition of Floodway in Article 2). Located within Special Flood Hazard Area established in Article 3, Section B, are areas designated as Floodways.

Since the Floodway is an extremely hazardous area due to the velocity of floodwaters that carry debris, potential projectiles and erosion potential, the following provisions shall apply: 1. Encroachments are prohibited, including fill, new construction, substantial improvements and other development within the adopted regulatory floodway unless it has been demonstrated through hydrologic and hydraulic analyses performed by a Colorado professional engineer in accordance with standard engineering practice that the proposed encroachment would not result in any increase (requires a No-Rise Certification) in flood levels within the community during the occurrence of the base flood discharge.

2. If Article 5, Section E (1) above is satisfied, all new construction and substantial improvements shall comply with all applicable flood hazard reduction provisions of Article 5.

3. Under the provisions of 44 CFR Chapter 1, Section 65.12, of the National Flood Insurance Regulations, a community may permit encroachments within the adopted regulatory floodway that would result in an increase in base flood elevations, provided that the community first applies for a CLOMER and floodway revision through FEMA. SECTION F. ALTERATION OF A WATERCOURSE For all proposed developments that alter a watercourse within a Special Flood Hazard Area, the following standards apply: 1. Channelization and flow diversion projects shall appropriately consider issues of sediment transport, erosion, deposition, and channel migration and properly mitigate potential problems through the project as well as upstream and downstream of any improvement activity. A detailed analysis of sediment transport and overall channel stability should be considered, when appropriate, to assist in determining the most appropriate design.

2. Channelization and flow diversion projects shall evaluate the residual 100-year floodplain.

3. Any channelization or other stream alteration activity proposed by a project proponent must be evaluated for its impact on the regulatory floodplain and be in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local floodplain rules, regulations and ordinances.

4. Any stream alteration activity shall be designed and sealed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer or Certified Professional Hydrologist.

5. All activities within the regulatory floodplain shall meet all applicable Federal, State and Town of Paonia floodplain requirements and regulations.

6. Within the Regulatory Floodway, stream alteration activities shall not be constructed unless the project proponent demonstrates through a Floodway analysis and report, sealed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer, that there is not more than a 0.00-foot rise in the proposed conditions compared to existing conditions Floodway resulting from the project, otherwise known as a No-Rise Certification, unless the community first applies for a CLOMR and Floodway revision in accordance with Section D of this Article.

7. Maintenance shall be required for any altered or relocated portions of watercourses so that the flood-carrying capacity is not diminished.

SECTION G. PROPERTIES REMOVED FROM THE FLOODPLAIN

BY FILL A Floodplain Development Permit shall not be issued for the construction of a new structure or addition to an existing structure on a property removed from the floodplain by the issuance of a FEMA Letter of Map Revision Based on Fill (LOMR-F), with a lowest floor elevation placed below the Base Flood Elevation with one foot of freeboard that existed prior to the placement of fill.

SECTION H. STANDARDS FOR CRITICAL FACILITIES A Critical Facility is a structure or related infrastructure, but not the land on which it is situated, as specified in Rule 6 of the Rules and Regulations for Regulatory Floodplains in Colorado, that if flooded may result in significant hazards to public health and safety or interrupt essential services and operations for the community at any time before, during and after a flood.

1. CLASSIFICATION OF CRITICAL FACILITIES It is the responsibility of the Town of Paonia to identify and confirm that specific structures in their community meet the following criteria: Critical Facilities are classified under the following categories: (a) Essential Services; (b) Hazardous Materials; (c) At-risk Populations; and (d) Vital to Restoring Normal Services. a. Essential services facilities include public safety, emergency response, emergency medical, designated emergency shelters, communications, public utility plant facilities, and transportation lifelines.

These facilities consist of: i. Public safety (police stations, fire and rescue stations, emergency vehicle and equipment storage, and, emergency operation centers); ii. Emergency medical (hospitals, ambulance service centers, urgent care centers having emergency treatment functions, and non-ambulatory surgical structures but excluding clinics, doctors offices, and non- urgent care medical structures that do not provide these functions); iii. Designated emergency shelters; iv. Communications (main hubs for telephone, broadcasting equipment for cable systems, satellite dish systems, cellular systems, television, radio, and other emergency warning systems, but excluding towers, poles, lines, cables, and conduits); v. Public utility plant facilities for generation and distribution (hubs, treatment plants, substations and pumping stations for water, power and gas, but not including towers, poles, power lines, buried pipelines, transmission lines, distribution lines, and service lines); and vi. Air Transportation lifelines (airports (municipal and larger), helicopter pads and structures serving emergency functions, and associated infrastructure (aviation control towers, air traffic control centers, and emergency equipment aircraft hangars).

Specific exemptions to this category include wastewater treatment plants (WWTP), non-potable water treatment and distribution systems, and hydroelectric power generating plants and related appurtenances.

Public utility plant facilities may be exempted if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Town of Paonia that the facility is an element of a redundant system for which service will not be interrupted during a flood. At a minimum, it shall be demonstrated that redundant facilities are available (either owned by the same utility or available through an intergovernmental agreement or other contract) and connected, the alternative facilities are either located outside of the 100-year floodplain or are compliant with the provisions of this Article, and an operations plan is in effect that states how redundant systems will provide service to the affected area in the event of a flood. Evidence of ongoing redundancy shall be provided to the Town of Paonia on an as-needed basis upon request. b. Hazardous materials facilities include facilities that produce or store highly volatile, flammable, explosive, toxic and/ or water-reactive materials.

These facilities may include: i. Chemical and pharmaceutical plants (chemical plant, pharmaceutical manufacturing); ii. Laboratories containing highly volatile, flammable, explosive, toxic and/ or water-reactive materials; iii. Refineries; iv. Hazardous waste storage and disposal sites; and v. Above ground gasoline or propane storage or sales centers.

Facilities shall be determined to be Critical Facilities if they produce or store materials in excess of threshold limits. If the owner of a facility is required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to keep a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) on file for any chemicals stored or used in the work place, AND the chemical(s) is stored in quantities equal to or greater than the Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) for that chemical, then that facility shall be considered to be a Critical Facility.

The TPQ for these chemicals is: either 500 pounds or the TPQ listed (whichever is lower) for the 356 chemicals listed under 40 C.F.R. § 302 (2010), also known as Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS); or 10,000 pounds for any other chemical. This threshold is consistent with the requirements for reportable chemicals established by the Colorado Department of Health and Environment. OSHA requirements for MSDS can be found in 29 C.F.R. § 1910 (2010). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation “Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification,” 40 C.F.R. § 302 (2010) and OSHA regulation “Occupational Safety and Health Standards,” 29 C.F.R. § 1910 (2010) are incorporated herein by reference and include the regulations in existence at the time of the promulgation this ordinance, but exclude later amendments to or editions of

PUBLIC NOTICES the regulations Specific exemptions to this category include: i. Finished consumer products within retail centers and households containing hazardous materials intended for household use, and agricultural products intended for agricultural use. ii. Buildings and other structures containing hazardous materials for which it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the local authority having jurisdiction by hazard assessment and certification by a qualified professional (as determined by the local jurisdiction having land use authority) that a release of the subject hazardous material does not pose a major threat to the public. iii. Pharmaceutical sales, use, storage, and distribution centers that do not manufacture pharmaceutical products.

These exemptions shall not apply to buildings or other structures that also function as Critical Facilities under another category outlined in this Article. c. At-risk population facilities include medical care, congregate care, and schools.

These facilities consist of i. Elder care (nursing homes); ii. Congregate care serving 12 or more individuals (day care and assisted living); iii. Public and private schools (pre-schools, K-12 schools), beforeschool and after-school care serving 12 or more children); d. Facilities vital to restoring normal services including government operations.

These facilities consist of i. Essential government operations (public records, courts, jails, building permitting and inspection services, community administration and management, maintenance and equipment centers); ii. Essential structures for public colleges and universities (dormitories, offices, and classrooms only).

These facilities may be exempted if it is demonstrated to the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia that the facility is an element of a redundant system for which service will not be interrupted during a flood. At a minimum, it shall be demonstrated that redundant facilities are available (either owned by the same entity or available through an intergovernmental agreement or other contract), the alternative facilities are either located outside of the 100-year floodplain or are compliant with this ordinance, and an operations plan is in effect that states how redundant facilities will provide service to the affected area in the event of a flood. Evidence of ongoing redundancy shall be provided to the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia on an as-needed basis upon request.

2. PROTECTION FOR CRITICAL FACILITIES All new and substantially improved Critical Facilities and new additions to Critical Facilities located within the Special Flood Hazard Area shall be regulated to a higher standard than structures not determined to be Critical Facilities.

For the purposes of this ordinance, protection shall include one of the following: a. Location outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; or b. Elevation or flood proofing of the structure to at least two feet above the Base Flood Elevation.

3. INGRESS AND EGRESS FOR NEW CRITICAL FACILITIES New Critical Facilities shall, when practicable as determined by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, have continuous non-inundated access (ingress and egress for evacuation and emergency services) during a 100-year flood event.

ARTICLE VI PENALTIES FOR NONCOMPLIANCE No structure or land shall hereafter be constructed, located, extended, converted, or altered without full compliance with the terms of this ordinance and other applicable regulations. Violation of the provisions of this ordinance by failure to comply with any of its requirements (including violations of conditions and safeguards established in connection with conditions) shall constitute a misdemeanor. Any person who violates this ordinance or fails to comply with any of its requirements shall be considered in violation of the Code and ordinances of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, and shall, upon conviction thereof, be fined not more than $1000.00 or imprisoned for not more than 90 days, or both, for each violation, and in addition shall pay all costs and expenses involved in the case.

Nothing herein contained shall prevent the Town of Paonia, Colorado, from taking such other lawful action as deemed necessary to prevent or remedy any violation.

CERTIFICATION It is hereby found and declared by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, that severe flooding has occurred in the past within its jurisdiction and will certainly occur within the future; that flooding is likely to result in infliction of serious personal injury or death, and is likely to result in substantial injury or destruction of property within its jurisdiction; in order to effectively comply with minimum standards for coverage under the National Flood Insurance Program; and in order to effectively remedy the situation described herein, it is necessary that this ordinance become effective thirty (30) days after publication.

INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO THIS 12th DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2013.

TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO By:/s/ Neal Schwieterman Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Barbara J. Peterson Town Clerk (TOWN SEAL) Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

MEETING NOTICE The 2013 Annual Stockholders' Meeting of the Monitor Ditch Company will be held Saturday morning, February 23, 2013, 10:30 AM at the Cox/Major residence located at 38810 Hwy 133.

We must have a Quorum in order to elect a board of officers and transact any other business that may come before the floor. If you can not attend, please assign your proxy to another stockholder so that legal business can be conducted.

Thank you. /s/ Laura M. Major, President PROXY Being unable to attend the stockholders' meeting of the Monitor Ditch Company, on February 23, 2013, I hereby assign my ______ number of shares by proxy to ____________________ to vote in my absence. I understand that if I am able to attend the meeting and vote in my own behalf, the proxy will be returned to me at the meeting.

Signed: _________________________ Return to: Laura Major, P.O. Box 1552, Paonia, CO 81428

or Evelyn Roseberry, 13804 Pumpkin Hollow Rd., Hotchkiss, CO, 81419 Published in the Delta County Independent January 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

SEALED BIDS The Town of Hotchkiss is accepting Sealed Bids for a possible Farm Lease of a portion of Section 36, Township 14 South, Range 93 West of the 6th P.M., estimated at 56.9 acres (51.97 irrigated), more or less for a term of five (5) years, commencing April 1, 2013. Contact the Town Hall at 970-872-3663 to view a redacted copy of the current farm lease agreement. The form of the new farm lease agreement may be revised and different from the current form and will be negotiated with the successful bidder.

Send the sealed bids to the Town of Hotchkiss, 276 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 369, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

The sealed bids are due on or before March 7, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.

The Hotchkiss Board of Trustees will consider the bids, at its regular meeting, on March 14, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. to be held at Hotchkiss High School, 438 Bulldog Street, Hotchkiss, Colorado. The Town of Hotchkiss has the right to refuse any and all bids.

Published in the Delta County Independent February 20 and 27, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The Paonia Ditch Company Paonia, Colorado, March 5, 2013 You are hereby notified that the annual meeting of the stockholders of The Paonia Ditch Company will be held Tuesday, the 5th day of March, 2013, at 7:00PM at the High School in Paonia, for the election of a board of directors and for the transaction of any other business that may come before said meeting.

Wayne Frazier, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent February 20 and 27, 2013.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the laws of the State of Colorado, Cheers Management LLC, located at 7904 Shea Road, Austin, Colorado 81410 and by application dated January 22, 2013, has requested the County of Delta, State of Colorado, to issue a Hotel and Restaurant Liquor License.

Public Hearing on said application will be held before the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Delta, State of Colorado, in the Commissioners Meeting Room #236, Delta County Courthouse, Delta, Colorado at the hour of 8:35 A.M., March 4, 2013. At said time and place any party in interest may appear to be heard for or against said application.

Petitions or remonstrances may be filed at the Office of the Delta County Clerk & Recorder, Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 211, Delta, Colorado 81416.

Board of Delta County Commissioners County of Delta State of Colorado Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING PAN AMERICAN PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATION The Annual Meeting of the Pan American Property Owners' Association will be held at the Paonia Town Hall on Thursday, February 28th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of electing Directors if necessary, receiving reports from Officers and Committees, and conducting any other business that may arise.

Doug Long, President Karen Baxter, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent February 20 and 27, 2013.

TOWN OF ORCHARD CITY ACCOUNTS PAYABLE LIST BY VENDOR FOR JANUARY 2013 VENDOR NAME AMOUNT PAID Ace Hardware - Delta 347.89 Adele Coppers………… 1,100.00 Anderson Farm Supply Inc. ……………………

81.95 Annie Griffin …………

130.37 Austin Post Office ……

591.81 Benson Brothers ………

631.72 Best Connections ……

56.61 Carquest ………………

60.04 Caselle Inc. ……………

598.00 CIRSA ………………… 30,775.00 City of Delta ……………

50.00 CivicPlus ……………… 1,800.00 Colorado Municipal League ……………… 1,217.00 Colorado Rural Water Assoc. ………………

300.00 Colorado State Treasurer ……………

246.16 Dana Kepner Co. ……

960.90 Delta County Economic Development ……… 1,000.00 Delta County Independent …………

160.79 Delta County Treasurer 1,136.34 Delta Drug Testing LLC 75.00 Delta Rigging & Tools 2,661.40 DMEA…………………… 1,223.66 Double J Disposal ……

130.00 ESRI ……………………

400.00 Feather Petroleum Co 1,250.96 Grand Jct. Pipe & Supply ………………

914.04 Hellman Motor Company …………… 27,500.00 JC Propane …………… 2,119.50 Jessica Chevalier ……

100.00 Laird Automotive LLC 174.10 Mesa County Health Department …………

40.00 Microsearch Laboratory Inc ……………………

320.00 NAPA-Delta Motor Parts …………………

46.33 Office Depot ……………

248.87 Parker Catering ………

173.44 Payroll Summary …… 31,326.25 Pest Away Spraying …

60.00 Ralph Davis ……………

70.00 Schmueser Gordon Meyer Inc ……………

130.00 Silver State Service …

115.00 Skybeam ………………

46.45 SOS Staffing ………… 1,228.76 SourceGas ……………

958.95 Splish Splash Car Wash …………………

34.31 Sprint ……………………

275.73 Surface Creek Community ………… 1,200.00 TDS Telecom …………

353.03 Terra Vision Consulting 1,851.00 USA Bluebook ………… 1,472.07 USDA Forest Service … 1,076.11 Trustee Fees …………… 1,350.00 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

TOWN OF HOTCHKISS JANUARY 2013 DISBURSEMENTS ATTN: Cashier ………… 8,120.52 Chase …………………… 1,084.97 Delta Montrose Electric Assoc …………………

739.00 Hotchkiss Post Office…

301.40 AMERIGAS ……………

531.70 Beep West Paging ……

35.00 BOSS in Montrose ……

120.00 California Contractor Supplies ……………

231.68 Caselle, Inc. ……………

644.00 Chad Lloyd ……………

15.00 CIRSA ………………… 36,120.80 CLEOA …………………

45.00 Club 20 …………………

200.00 Colo Assoc of Chief of Police …………………

50.00 Colo Municipal Clerk's

Delta County Independent

Assoc. ………………

130.00 Colo Municipal Judges Assoc. ………………

40.00 Colo Municipal League 590.90 Colorado State Treasurer ……………

291.36 Cory Landreneau ……

500.00 Daniel Miller …………

15.00 Delta County Commissioners ……

470.00 Delta County Independent …………

302.72 Delta County Memorial Hospital ………………

17.00 Delta Montrose Electric Assoc ………………… 4,479.84 Don White ……………

15.00 Double J Disposal, Inc 91.00 Duckworks Auto Parts 252.16 Gambles of Hotchkiss 102.93 Gates Shaklee …………

15.00 Grainger, Inc …………

59.07 Greg Allen ……………

15.00 Hotchkiss Automotive 239.64 Hotchkiss Chamber of Commerce …………

60.00 Hotchkiss Rentals ……

96.92 Kroger-MSC 410066 …

44.93 Kwiki Tire II, Inc. ……… 1,129.00 Leonard McCulloch …

15.00 Liberty National ………

67.17 Master Petroleum Co 728.30 Mesa County Health Depart. ………………

80.00 Michael Owens ………

15.00 Mountain Pest Control, Inc. ……………………

478.00 Neil Tripp ………………

425.00 Noble Industrial Supply Corp. ………………… 6,497.88 Petty Cash Account …

191.71 Pioneer Products, Inc 708.24 Region 10 League …… 1,238.00 Source Gas ……………

584.20 Sprint ……………………

210.06 Superior Alarm & Fire LLC ……………………

216.00 The Paper Works, Ink 7.87 Town of Hotchkiss …… 4,256.33 Town of Hotchkiss …… 3,860.00 United Companies ……

167.47 USA Blue Book ……… 1,322.36 Utility Notification Center ………………

9.66 WEX Bank………………

932.17 Briscoe & Associates, P.C. ……………………

935.00 Colo Municipal League 31.10 Colo Rural Water Assoc 300.00 Double J Disposal, Inc 7,684.50 VOID-Drug Testing Inc .00 M Hotchkiss Sheep CampSDT ……………………

500.00 TDS Telecomm ………

648.34 Tools Plus Industries …

99.17 A/P ……………………… 89,407.27 Payroll ………………… 33,865.50 Total …………………… 123,272.77 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of BETTY HIPOL aka BETTY MANUELITA HIPOL, Deceased Case Number 2013PR8 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 June 28, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred.

Diana Dora Hipol Person Giving Notice P.O. Box 834 Delta, CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27 and March 6, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0233 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 19, 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) Amy K. Silverberg Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for GMAC Mortgage Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt GMAC Mortgage, LLC Date of Deed of Trust April 23, 2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 14, 2004 Recording Information (Reception Number) 580540 Original Principal Amount $116,150.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $100,549.09 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, BLOCK 1, PANORAMA HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. JUDGMENT REFORMING DEED OF TRUST RECORDED FEBRUARY 17, 2009 AT RECEPTION NO 632120 IN DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: EXHIBIT A ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN CITY OF CEDAREDGE, DELTA COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO, AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 761, PAGE 65, ID# R003223, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 7, PANORAMA HEIGHTS.

BY FEE SIMPLE DEED FROM CODY D. BURTON AS SET FORTH IN BOOK 761 PAGE 65 DATED 05/31/1996 AND RECORDED 06/03/1996, DELTA COUNTY RECORDS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1686 Valley View Cir, Cedaredge, CO 81413-9358.

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, 04/17/2013, 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 2/20/2013 Last Publication 3/20/2013 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: 12/19/2012 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 # 12-13749 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the City of Delta Community Development will hold a public hearing on 34, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 360 Main St., to consider a conditional use request for the property located at 1265 H 25 Rd. Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0232 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 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) JOSEPH CLARK Original Beneficiary(ies) COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust February 29, 2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 29, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) 623337 Original Principal Amount $127,991.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $119,684.65 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 The east 78 feet of lots 13, 14, 15 and 16, block 13, garnet mesa subdivision of the city of delta, More specifically described as follows: Beginning at the SE Corner of lot 16 aforesaid, thence West 78 feet, thence north 100 feet, thence East 78 feet, thence South 100 feet to the place of beginning, county of Delta, State of Colorado.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 447 E 7TH 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, 04/17/2013, 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 2/20/2013 Last Publication 3/20/2013 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: 12/18/2012 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 # 15388 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0231 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 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) Cecilia Curry and Lance A Curry Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Intermountain Industries, Inc D/B/A Major Mortgage USA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust June 25, 2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 29, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) 635794 Original Principal Amount $203,059.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $194,901.63 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. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A Lots 40 and 42, First Filing of Pan American Properties, as amended, Town of Paonia. ALSO a parcel located between Lots 40 and 42, Pan American Properties, Apple Valley Estates described as beginning at the Easternmost corner of Lot 42 running thence along the South line of Lot 41 South 61°46' East 27.0 feet; thence along the NW line of Lot 40 South 23°24' West 137.7 feet; thence North 36°23' West 46.14 feet to the South corner of Lot 42; thence along the SE line of Lot 42 North 29°41' East 117.6 feet to the point of beginning.

Delta County, Colorado.

The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 42 Pan American Avenue, 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, 04/17/2013, 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 2/20/2013 Last Publication 3/20/2013 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: 12/18/2012 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 # 12-13441 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2013.

HOOSIER LATERAL DITCH ASSOCIATION NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Hoosier Lateral Ditch Assoc. will be held Saturday, February 23, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Chuck and Laura Ballard, 1558 G96 Lane, Delta, CO. The agenda will include election of officers, discussing repairs and maintenance, and to transact any other business that may come before the meeting. All shareholders are invited to attend.

Published in the Delta County Independent February 20, 2013.

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KWGN-CW Denver KCNC-CBS Denver KRMA- PBS Denver KMGH-ABC Denver KDVR-Fox Denver KREY-CBS Montrose KJCT-ABC Grand Jct. KKCO-NBC Grand Jct. KFQX-Fox Grand Jct. A&E BRAVO CINE-Cinemax DISCV-Discovery DISN-Disney ENC-Encore ESPN

from flowers 19. Solo vocal piece 20. “Bodyguard’s” female star 23. Liz’s 3rd husband Mike 24. A weapons emplacement 25. Vast desert in N Africa 28. Fasten by sewing 32. Organic compound

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ACROSS 1. Afraid feeling 5. Cause to be embarrassed 10. A group of hunting animals 14. At some prior time 15. Papier-__, art material 16. Disney’s “____ and Stitch” 17. College army 18. Essential oil

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33. Cooper’s Hawk (abbr.)

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pidae 59. Another name for Irish Gaelic 60. Droops 61. Clairvoyants 62. Phonograph record DOWN 1. On behalf of 2. Enough (archaic) 3. Adrenocorticotropin 4. Public recitation 5. “Gunsmoke” actress Blake 6. Waited with _____ breath 7. ____-Breaky Heart 8. Sacco and Vanzetti artist Ben 9. Those who

inspire others 10. Capable of being shaped 11. Cardinal compass point (Scot.)

12. TV advertising award 13. Zen Buddist riddle 21. Hill (Celtic) 22. Universal standard time 25. Passover feast and ceremony 26. Zanzibar copal 27. NE Arizona pueblo people 29. Pith helmet 30. Small trout-like fish 31. Greek hell 37. Herbal teas 38. Struck a golf

ball 40. Dash 41. Removes writing 42. Coal laborers 43. Old world, new 45. Mental representation 46. Someone who bites 47. Greek god of war 48. Albanian word for snow 49. Resounded 50. Solo racing sled 51. Gull suborder 52. Crimefighter Elliot 56. Albanian monetary unit

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A renaissance girl looks at life at age 12

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Photos by Tamie Meck

Ayla Bristow, who started painting at age 11, shows off a recent painting. Bristow isn’t afraid to try anything new. She writes and sings and recently started playing clarinet.

BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

he first time Ayla Bristow tried her hand at painting, she uncovered a hidden talent. With her first strokes she created a series of snow-capped peaks under an early-morning sky. At the base of the mountains, trees welcome springtime with pink blossoms, and the clouds give a hint of pink sunrise.

That was last August.

Since then she’s created three more pictures in oils, each one more impressive than the last.

Painting is just one of many talents Bristow is discovering within her self.

She’s likely to discover many more in the coming years. Bristow, the daughter of Isaiah Bristow of Paonia, celebrated her 12th birthday in January. She and her siblings, two brothers and a little sister, were all born in the same week in January, she explained. Family is very important to her.

She credits her aunt, Cheryl Brown of Crawford, for introducing her to painting. Brown was an artist, but hadn’t painted for about 10 years, said Bristow. She set her niece up with brushes, knifes, easel and paints that hadn’t been used for years. They watched a Bob Ross tutorial to get an idea of what to do, then went to work. She described, in order, the different processes for turning oil into scenery, the types of brushes and how they are used, and differences in technique between creating a lake, a creek or a waterfall, and how to give a jagged rock its flat surface.

I met Bristow in a place where she’s most at home: the Paonia library. She’d finished her homework at Paonia Elementary School, where she attends sixth grade. She was happy to have a free evening.

Bristow also writes, and she sings. On this particular day her voice was a bit on the raspy side, and since we met in the library, demonstrating her singing talents was out of the question. Her voice was strained, she explained, because her grandpa recently sent her a karaoke machine. She’d spent every spare moment since then belting out songs.

Her normal voice is more smooth, and “big,” she said, even though it’s hard to imagine a big voice coming from such a small frame.

She idolizes Adele, and loves singing her hit, “Rolling in the Deep.” So much so that

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it got her sent to the principal’s office. A friend heard her singing Adele’s song one day and told all her teachers how good she sounds.

Word got out that she has an amazing voice, and “Next thing I know I’m in the principal’s office… singing.”

She sang the song on KVNF one night. After singing over the phone to the DJ, a friend of her dad, he invited her to the station for a live broadcast.

With so many artists to choose from, Bristow said her taste in music is constantly changing. She’ll memorize a song one day, and be over it and on to a new song the next.

“When I was little I adored Hannah Montana.

Now I like One Direction,” the five-member boy band sensation out of Europe.

She rattled off their names — Liam, Harry, Niall, Zain and Louis — and described each of their voices in great detail. Bristow has a talent for detail. She admits to being a bit obsessed with One Direction at first. “But now I’m thinking, ‘Boy bands are not the world. There’s a lot more out there.’”

Bristow is open to all genres of music, except opera, which, she admits, she doesn’t understand.

“What’s the point of listening to opera if you can’t really get the story?” she asked. “I like opera, because it’s really beautiful, but I don’t listen to it that much, because I don’t get it.”

Two weeks ago, Bristow started playing the clarinet for the middle school band. She wanted to play an instrument, but didn’t know which one. She tried a few instruments as part of the sixth-grade introduction to band, then got a chance to hear and play the clarinet. “I wasn’t anticipating playing clarinet. I was actually thinking about choosing the flute, or percussion, or the trumpet,” she said. But after trying the trumpet, she entered the woodwind room and heard the clarinet. “I fell in love with it,” she said, just one day before band was to officially begin.

“It’s a beautiful sound.”

Bristow writes, too. Fiction, mostly. She submitted a short story, “Missing,” to the Colorado Council International Association’s 2012 Young Writers’ contest.

“Missing” didn’t win, but she wasn’t deterred at all.

She was happy to be recognized with a certificate from the council, and already has a draft for her next entry, “Saturday the 14th.”

She also studied martial arts for five years, and won a championship. She made green belt, white stripe.

And she likes to design dresses.

Bristow can’t decide which of her talents to pursue. As with her friends (whom she raved about), she loves them all, but each for a different reason.

“It’s so much fun to paint.

It’s kind of like this escape out of everything,” she said.

Her first paintings came from her imagination, a process she enjoyed. “There’re no mistakes. You can’t make a mistake, because it’s not a replica of any part of the world,” she said. “It’s just your imagination, your world that’s coming to life on canvas. It’s awesome.”

But her most recent one, painted over last week’s break from school (and after our interview), is of a familiar landscape: Needle Rock.

A family friend offered to buy it before she even painted it.

But she spends more time writing than anything. It’s easy to get drawn into the story, and into the painting, she said. “When I’m writing something I kind of go into the story and I have no awareness of what’s going on around me. It’s like, into the story, into the story, into the story, no escaping, until…

I can’t write anymore. My fingers are so sore.”

As for singing, she’s already working on a duet with a friend, which they plan to perform for a talent show this summer.

“I think it’s too early to say,” said Bristow when asked if college is in her plans. It’s been a long time since one of her family members graduated. “But I kind of want to (go to college) because I want to be the person that does it, that person that changes the pattern.”

School’s great, she said.

“But now it’s getting really difficult. It used to be just like, 2+3, what’s that? Five.

Yay! I’m brilliant. But now it’s like four and 1/3 divided by 3 and one half. Oh my goodness. 5W = 3.64…”

Bristow opened a locket dangling at the end of a silver chain. Her dad gave it to her. Inside are two photos, one of her and the other of her dad when he was younger. It’s among her most valued possessions. For now, she said, she wants to spend time with friends and family, help her grandmother plant her garden, and collect rocks.

She is only 12, after all.

These four paintings represent a progression of Ayla Bristow’s work. This was painted in August 2012.

This work was painted last fall.

This work was completed this January.

Ayla did this painting over last week’s school break.