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SURFACE CREEK NEWS

SPRING FLOODING

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Fast-moving rivers and streams should be treated with respect, B1

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Cedaredge recognized as Tree City USA for 25th consecutive year, C1

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Panthers come from behind to post 4-3 soccer win, B7 MAY 1, 2019 VOL. 136, NO. 18

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DCI’s 137-year tradition continues under new owner

Photo by Pat Sunderland

A tour of the Sidewinder

In conjunction with the inaugural Smith Mountain Rally on Saturday, mountain bikers had an opportunity to try out the Sidewinder Trail located in the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area. Those activities, along with a short track race in Conﬂuence Park on Friday night, were intended to showcase the many activities the Delta area has to offer. The rally was a joint effort of the City of Delta and Delta Area Mountain Bikers. Mountain bikers did a ﬁve-mile segment of the Sidewinder Trail, which runs 22 miles in length. “The rally was a great success,” said Darin Hamm, marketing coordinator for the City of Delta. “We have so many great people working with the city that came together to pull this off. I look forward to next year’s event and all of the events that are coming to Delta. This is a very special place.”

The Sunderland family announces the sale of the Delta County Independent to Wick Communications, a family-owned community media company with newspapers, websites, magazines and specialty publications in 11 states. The sale, which was finalized April 30, includes the building at 401 Meeker Street in Delta. The newspaper broker firm of Dirks, Van Essen, Murray & April facilitated the transaction. The DCI is owned by Leader Publishing Company, which was established by Norman and Gladys Sunderland when they purchased The Limon Leader in 1972. Their three children, Randy, Roxanne and Ron were all involved in the operation of the newspaper as they were growing up. Randy and his wife Pat, who met at Limon High School, left the small eastern plains community to attend college. In 1980 they returned to Limon to join the family firm. As they gained experience in the operation, Norman and Gladys began looking for opportunities elsewhere. They found what they wanted in 1984 in Paonia — a community newspaper surrounded by the mountains. Ron made the move to Paonia with his parents, and Roxanne joined the staff in 1985. Despite a period of declining sales in Delta County, The

Multiple taxing questions look to be headed to the November ballot BY ANNETTE BRAND Staff Writer

Representatives of area organizations gathered at Bill Heddles Recreation Center in Delta for the spring municipal quarterly meeting on April 25. Delta Police Chief Luke Fedler and Delta County Sheriff Mark Taylor discussed the increase in illegal activity which has greatly increased law enforcement response during 2017, 2018, and continuing in 2019. The cases that make their way to the district attorney’s office have increased 50 percent during this time. Delta County and several municipalities — Delta, Cedaredge, Hotchkiss and Paonia — are joining together to request a countywide sales tax increase. The revenue from the sales tax increase would be distributed as follows: Delta County Sheriff ’s Office, 48 percent; Delta Police Department, 31 percent; Cedaredge Police Department, Hotchkiss Police Department and Paonia Police Department, 7 percent each. School superintendent Caryn Gibson and assistant superintendent Kurt Clay dis-

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cussed physical safety needs for the schools, school busses, and the need for counselors. School safety is the district’s primary consideration as the district considers a ballot question requesting a mill levy override. It will cost $150,000 per school for the physical security needs of changing out locks on the interior and exterior of the school buildings. Safety entrances and safety windows are needed, as are cameras and monitors. Fencing is needed to secure all school campuses. Gibson said the school district is very much behind the law enforcement sales tax. “We have a good relationship with law enforcement. They are present in our schools and in our other activities.” Director Lea Hart gave a presentation about the library district, which recently completed a survey revealing that the library is widely used. The library district is also considering a tax question (see separate press release). Highlights from other agencies included: • Delta County Commissioner Don Suppes said everyone is coordinating their flood

concerns with each other and will get together the third week in May to consider plans. There will be a free landfill day on May 11. • Mayor Ken Volgamore said Orchard City is repairing a few roads and aging water lines. • Delta Mayor Ron Austin and city manager David Torgler spoke of CDOT’s spring project on Hwy. 50 and Hwy 92 in Delta; ENGAGE establishing a downtown campus in the old Chaco building; and revitalizing downtown with a new pocket park. • Hotchkiss Mayor Larry Wilkening noted a 100 percent grant for Bridge Street, sheep dog trials on Mother’s Day, Rural Philanthropy Days and Ride the Rockies. • Cedaredge town administrator Greg Brinck spoke of redoing the golf course, closing the back nine holes to redo the front nine, then redoing the back nine. Sales tax is up 15 percent year-to-date. Building permits are coming in, but there are not enough contractors and labor to keep up. Cedaredge received a GOCO grant for a 1.6 mile trail on MUN. QUARTERLY TO A3

Crash to be staged On May 2-3 Delta County Memorial Hospital is hosting its 11th annual Trauma Conference in partnership with St. Mary’s Hospital, Community Hospital, Montrose Memorial Hospital, WRETAC and Care Flight. The first day of the conference (Thursday) will conclude with a mock helicopter crash from 1:15 to 3:30 p.m. Smoke machines will be going off and actors will be lying on the ground with simulated injuries. Do not be alarmed by the commotion, and do not call 9-1-1-; this is only a training exercise for emergency responders from across the region.

North Fork Times grew in circulation and in advertising sales. The Sunderlands’ strong commitment to the community caught the attention of Delta business owners who wished the Delta County Independent would reflect a more positive image of the community. At that time, the DCI was owned by Cox Enterprises, the only weekly newspaper in the huge communications empire. With support from the business community, negotiations for the purchase of the DCI were completed on Oct. 31, 1987, and for a short time, the Sunderlands were the owners of three newspapers. Eventually, the decision was made to consolidate production of the Delta County Independent and the North Fork Times, and the commercial office supply store in Paonia was closed. A new owner was found for The Limon Leader, although the process was delayed by the June 1990 tornado that devastated much of downtown Limon, including the newspaper building. The six members of the Sunderland family maintained active roles in the publication of the newspaper until 1998, when Norman and Gladys retired. With the sale of the DCI, Pat and Randy will retire after a short transition period. They will remain in Delta, but will have more freedom to travel and spend time with their two sons and their families. Ron and Roxanne will remain with the newspaper. All current DCI employees

have been offered jobs. Wick Communication publishes newspapers in Arizona, Alaska, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota and Washington. It also owns the Montrose Press. Francis Wick, president, CEO and a third generation Wick family member, said, “We’re honored to have been chosen by the entire Sunderland family to continue this great tradition of journalistic service to the community. “The Delta County Independent and surrounding communities served have a strong independent spirit and voice which the newspaper will continue to support and foster. Ultimately, a newspaper is only as strong as the community fabric and desire to grow together rather than apart. “Wick is very fortunate to have an accomplished leader in Dennis Anderson, whose ties to the community allows him to immediately engage with neighbors and businesses alike. We look forward to reader engagement, input and support along the way.” Anderson is a Delta High School graduate who has been with Wick Communications for 15 years. He will serve as a group publisher for several newspapers, including the Delta County Independent and the Montrose Press. “To have the opportunity to be the publisher of my hometown community newspaper is an incredible honor,” said Anderson. “My ties to the community run deep. The DCI has always been a part DCI TO A3

City looks at options for building inspections BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Recent changes to the City of Delta’s planning department won’t be the last. The city has ben notified that SAFEbuilt, which had taken over some of the duties previously handled by city employees, is withdrawing from the Western Slope. The city restructured the community development department in a desire to create a more “builder friendly community.” These changes involved relocating some services to other city departments and contracting with SAFEbuilt for some services. SAFEbuilt has provided plan reviews and building inspections since March 2018. Those services will end July 2. City manager David Torgler explains that SAFEbuilt has lost inspectors to Colorado communities offering higher pay and less travel, and the firm’s efforts to recruit new inspectors to serve this region have been unsuccessful. At a recent council work

session, Torgler said city staff has begun looking at options. Among those options are contracting with other municipalities, determining if other contractor services are available, or hiring staff. Torgler said although interest in local development has picked up quite a lot in Delta, the demand for inspection work is not full-time. The planning process currently begins with Betsy Suerth, the city’s public works and utilities director. City staff and engineers review land use development proposals as needed. The third piece of the puzzle was provided by SAFEbuilt, which has been paid 90 percent of inspection and plan review fees. “The July 2 departure of SAFEbuilt is our deadline to have qualified inspection services available,” Torgler advised city council. The city is also looking at updating building codes and has been meeting with local contractors to determine the best approach.

Delta Museum begins summer hours Starting Friday, May 3, the Delta County Museum will be open with summer hours to include Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The museum will be staffed by volunteers: Tuesday with retired curator Jim Wetzel, local historian and author who specializes in area lore; Wednesday with William Thomas who is cataloging historic photographs; Thursday with Brad Corelli who researches museum files and obituaries for those interested in tracing their families and homes; and Friday with Jo-an Barnett who is organizing the museum library of historic and donated books which may be checked out by members. Rare books are available to be read at the museum. Saturday opening is being considered at a later date. Summer hours are in effect through October. A small admission charge is required. Children and members are admitted free. There is a nominal charge for copies, research and photocopies to non-members. Tours are available by appointment as are special openings by calling the museum at 874-8721 to make arrangements. Volunteers are encouraged; to obtain an application stop by the museum at 3rd and Meeker or call 874-8721.

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OPINION

LETTERS

Can you really keep your health insurance? Dear Editor: A frequent message in the media is that people don’t want to give up their employer-sponsored health insurance. Is this industry spin or a reality? Let’s look at the facts. Based on an analysis from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 66 million people lose their job each year through quitting, firing, lay offs or life circumstances. That is almost half of the population (44 percent of workers). When they lose their jobs, they often lose their health insurance. On top of that, this study from the University of Michigan finds that changing insurance each year is common in the United States. In other words, people “lose” their health insurance commonly. Some end up uninsured. Others scramble to find a

Conservatives must band together Dear Editor: Conservatives can no longer sit back. The Democrat Party has been co-opted by progressives

Selective logging should be allowed Dear Editor: If selective logging was allowed in Colorado, $4 billion would be put into the economy. So the government says no to logging and spends $3 billion to fight the forest fires that wouldn’t happen if selective logging was allowed. The emissions from these Colorado forest fires is one million times greater than all the CO2 emissions from all of the engines in the oil industry, including frac trucks. Alan R. Story Delta

who believe in socialism, open borders, a welfare state, infanticide (letting viable aborted babies die), and gun seizures. If you don’t become active, kiss your guns goodbye. And then say farewell to your other freedoms and hello to socialism. The progressive Democrats are organized. In Colorado, they immediately passed the National Popular Vote Bill and the “Red Flag” bill. Illegal immigrants can now get Colorado driver’s licenses with little more than a Social Security number (evidently easy to get), so the legislature is proposing SB19-235, Automatic Voter Registration. This forced voter registration bill will automatically enroll as voters those who apply for, renew, or correct their driver’s licenses or identification cards and anyone who applies for Medicaid. Repeat: People — including illegals — who apply

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to appreciate the concept. The proceedings should have stopped right there and one PC member knew it. Tom Kay was the only dissenting vote on the grounds that the neighbors had not been duly involved in the process. Good for Tom. What about the other PC members? Angela Mackey, PC chair, intimated that she doubted that the neighbors had not received notice and Kim Shay cited the printed notification in the DCI, as though it was enough. Several PC members posed questions to planning staff present at the meeting and voiced concerns about the notice failure. Elyse Casselberry, head of Delta County’s planning department, responded that

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Emergency assistance appreciated Dear Editor: I would like to give kudos to Sheriff Deputy Travis Lackey who stopped to assist me when my wife fell on the sidewalk just west of Fox Court subdivision. I would also like to thank the Delta Police Department officers and ambulance crew who also responded. After being checked out at DCMH, Sandra is on her way to recovery. I thank you all. George Barrie Delta

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she wouldn’t know what went wrong until she and staff had had a chance to review the automated list generated for the application. (Investigation the following day revealed that planning had used an incorrect address to identify the 1,000-foot notification zone and only 5 notices were sent. Thirtyone parcels belonging to 18 separate owners were later identified.) So, someone goofed in planning. It happens. That’s not the real problem, though. The real problem is that neither Casselberry nor Kelly Yeager, the county’s highly paid planner, seemed to take the issue seriously and, during the threehour meeting, made no effort to investigate the notification question. Regulations say that “Substantial compliance is required with respect to this notification provision; minor oversights, errors or omissions shall not be considered grounds for nullifying the specific development review process.” Later investigation revealed that “substantial compliance” had not occurred. While planning commissioners hold ultimate accountability for not tabling the application when they learned that they might be out of compliance, paid staff should have stepped up without a moment’s hesitation since they are present to advise and guide the Planning Commissioners on required elements of a specific development. Now, the planning commissioners’ decision has Your NPR Member Station been nullified and they 90.9 PAONIA189.1 MONTROSE188.7 LAKE CITY 188.9 RIDGWAY will re-hear the applica98.3 CRAWFORDI 99.1 GRANDVALLEY I 90.1 OURAY tion (date to be determined) as a result of the entire debacle. This has never happened in the 16-plus years that I have lived in Delta County. Is the PC and county planning department just going through the motions in anticipation of new land use regulations? If so, why not put a moratorium on all specific development until the new regs are in place — especially those developments with far-reaching impacts like a 50-year gravel pit in downtown Delta? When you combine your JerryReiher Insur AgcyInc JoAnn Kalenak homeandautoinsurance, JerryReiher, Agent 540MainS1ree1 Hotchkiss goodthingshappen - like Delta,CO81416 Bus:970-874-8626

job that offers benefits or a plan they can afford. For people with ongoing health conditions, this can be very disruptive to their care. Would people be willing to “give up” their health insurance for national improved Medicare for All, knowing they would have it for the rest of their lives? The Fox News Town Hall recently provides insight into that answer. There was a resoundingly positive response from Republicans, Democrats, Independents and conservatives. Medicare For All is not a radical idea. Thirty other industrialized countries have been using some form of this for over 60 years. The U.S. is radical in that we have 30 million Americans without any health insurance and 41 million who have insurance but can’t afford

for driver’s licenses, ID cards, or Medicaid are automatically signed up as voters. If they’re later found to be non-citizens, no one is penalized — except, perhaps, the candidate who lost due to illegal votes. HB19-1032, Comprehensive Sex Education, makes it illegal, when teaching human sexuality, to employ gender norms or to exclude the sexual experiences of LGBTs — for kids pre-K to 12th grade. What’s it going to take for conservatives to become active? The point of no return is fast approaching. Please — tell your state legislators to kill SB235 and HB1032. Join local organizations (Republican, Libertarian, Rise Up Citizens of Colorado, etc.). We must band together to stop these freedomFrom the Delta Police tion at a residence in the 600 destroying bills! Department (edited for block of Silver Street. The violation has been corrected. Bruce Many length): Code enforcement folEckert

Put a hold on development until regs are in place Dear Editor: At a recent Delta County Planning Commission (PC) meeting, members voted 8-1 to approve a gravel pit next to a county gem — Confluence Park. About halfway through the discussions, the news broke that at least three families living adjacent to the proposed gravel pit had not received notification of the proposal or when the PC planned to hear the application (residents heard about the meeting through social media). Hold the phone, I thought as I sat listening to a myriad of issues that would — or could — arise from putting a mining operation in the middle of town and next to one of the best community parks in the area. Notification of near-by neighbors is a no-brainer and a specific development requirement.

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April 21: An officer responded to a residence in the 700 block of Grand Avenue on a report of a found firearm. A rifle was placed into safekeeping for the owner to claim. An officer took a report of a possible sexual assault. An officer responded to a residence in the 900 block of E. 11th Street to assist the Delta County Sheriff’s Office in the recovery of a stolen vehicle. April 22: At 1:43 a.m., officers located three juvenile males in the area of Cleland Park and Delta Middle School. One 15-yearold male of Delta was issued a ticket for alleged trespass and juvenile loitering. The other two 15-year-old males, also of Delta, were issued tickets for alleged trespass, juvenile loitering and interference with an officer. Officers responded to the 600 block of Labor Street on a report of a stolen motorcycle. Officers responded to Stinker Convenience Store for a disturbance. Tyler Anthony Saenz, 37, of Delta was arrested and jailed for alleged harassment, third degree criminal trespass and disorderly conduct. An officer responded to Erick’s Auto Sales, 1429 Highway 50, on a report of auto theft. An officer responded to Walmart, on a report of a shoplifting and found property. The found item, a red purse, was placed into safekeeping. Jessica Lynn Earl, 32, of Delta was arrested and jailed for alleged violation of a protection order. Lea Marie Trickel, 29, of Delta was issued a ticket for alleged shoplifting at Walmart. A burglary and theft was reported at a residence in the 1700 block of Hillcrest Drive. April 23: Code enforcement conducted follow up on seven properties at Wide Acres Mobile Home Park for junk violations. All properties have been cleaned up and the violations corrected. Ricky Dean Rarick, 55, of Cedaredge was issued a ticket for alleged littering. Code enforcement impounded a stray female red and white, boxer/pit mix type dog from Country Acres Mobile Home Park, 1205 Highway 50. An officer responded to a report of criminal mischief in the 400 block of Riley Lane. A two-vehicle accident occurred at the intersection of E. 5th Street and Riley Lane. Both vehicles were driven from the scene. One passenger was transported to DCMH by Delta County Ambulance. Officers responded to a residence in the 900 block of Vine Street on a report of gun shots being fired. Jesus Octavio Morales, 44, of Delta was arrested and jailed for alleged reckless endangerment, prohibited use of a weapon and violation of bail bond conditions. April 24: Code enforcement is addressing a weed abatement violation at 224 Palmer Street. April 25: Code enforcement followed up on a littering viola-

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lowed up on junk/weed violations at a residence in the 1200 block of Meeker Street. The violations have been corrected. An officer responded to a theft at Quality Inn. The stolen property was located and returned to the rightful owner. Anthony Heneha, 27, of Eckert was issued a ticket for alleged theft. An officer took a report of a theft of a cell phone that allegedly occurred April 24 at the hospital. Officers responded to the intersection of Palmer and W. 3rd Street on a report of a two-vehicle accident. Two people were transported by Delta County Ambulance District to DCMH with unknown injuries. Both vehicles were towed from the scene. Catherine Ann Sampsidis, 61, of Delta was issued a ticket for alleged failure to yield right of way at a stop sign. A student with drug paraphernalia was reported at Delta High School. The 17year-old Delta male was ticketed. Officers responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Highway 50 and Pioneer Road. No injuries were reported or observed. Both vehicles were driven from the scene. Adam Leo Peloquin, 45, of Olathe was issued a ticket for alleged careless driving and failed to present evidence of insurance. April 26: enforcement Code responded to the area of 8th and Columbia Streets on a report of a dog running loose. A female red colored Pitbull type dog was located and taken to the TAILS Animal Shelter for safekeeping. The dog was later released to her owner. Staci Marie Moralez, 33, of Delta was issued a ticket for alleged running at large (second offense), rabies vaccination required and city animal license required. An officer provided assistance to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Nicholas Robert Emery, 22, of Cedaredge was issued a ticket for alleged second degree criminal trespass in the 500 block of B Street. A wallet was reported stolen at Dollar Tree. Officers responded to suspicious activity at Sonic. Sarah Allie Argueta, 21, of Eckert was arrested and jailed for alleged criminal impersonation, cbstruction of a peace officer, resisting arrest, violation of bail bond conditions and theft. April 27: A burglary was reported at Quality Inn. An officer responded to a residence in the 1200 block of Bluff Street on a report of auto theft. A 1997 Honda Accord, maroon in color with front end damage, was taken from the residence by unknown person(s). Christopher Lee Friesen, 22, of Paonia was arrested and jailed on a warrant with a $500 bond. Dennis James Sine, 53, of Utah was issued a ticket for alleged shoplifting at City Market. Lea Marie Trickel, 29, of Delta was issued a ticket for alleged shoplifting at City Market. Officers responded to a residence in the 800 block of Crawford Avenue on a report of a trespasser. Jonathan Wilfred Lopez, 65, of Delta was arrested and jailed for alleged trespass and interference with an officer. From the Delta County Sheriff’s Office (partial list): April 23: Andrew Fish, 65, of Cedaredge was severely burned in a camp fire in a wooded area near 2550 Road. He was flown to St. Mary’s Hospital by helicopter. He told deputies he had fallen asleep

near the fire. Deputies responded a dog at large complaint near the intersection of Indian Head Lane and Cathedral Lane near Cedaredge. The owner of the dog was issued a summons. April 24: A deputy was dispatched to the Orchard City Town Hall for a report of an entry door glass being broken in a possible attempted break-in during the night. The sheriff’s office responded to the intersection of Iris Road and Fox Ridge Drive, Austin, for a water dispute/harassment report. Deputies received a report of a possible trespass on Sundown Road near Delta. After investigation, the incident was deemed to be a civil matter. April 25: Two courthouse employes turned over a large purse they’d found hidden in a trash can with the plastic trash can liner covering it. The courthouse security team searched the purse for identification and found eight hypodermic syringes, a dark liquid substance, burnt foil and empty baggies. The contents of the purse led them to tentatively identify Deborah Cook as the owner. They are attempting to contact her. It’s believed she stashed the purse before it could be searched by court security. The K-9 team visited Garnet Mesa Elementary School for a presentation to the kindergarten classes. At approximately 1:40 p.m., deputies responded to a one-vehicle rollover accident on Highway 65 near milemarker 16. The driver and single occupant of the vehicle, from Riverton, Wyo., was transported to the hospital with unknown back injuries. The Colorado State Patrol handled the investigation. Deputies responded to the potholes area in Escalante Canyon for a report of two stranded dogs. They were unable to locate the dogs or the person who made the report. A break-in was reported at storage units outside of Paonia. A 7-year-old Sanyo television was the only item found to be missing. April 26: Deputies responded to a barking dog complaint on Ward Creek Road near Cedaredge. After investigation, deputies determined the matter is civil in nature, with both parties having valid complaints. Deputies responded to a possible case of animal neglect at a Hotchkiss area residence. The investigation remains active. The K-9 team visited residents at Horizons Care Center. April 27: Deputies assisted the Hotchkiss Marshal’s Office with a fugitive from justice at an address on 3100 Road. A male was taken into custody, booked on the outstanding warrant and charged with a drug violation. A REDDI report was received concerning an incident near the intersection of North Road and Ward Creek Road in Eckert. A gold Holda Goldwing motorcycle fell over, and when motorists went to help the driver get the motorcycle back on its wheels, they smelled alcohol on his breath. Damon Dustin of Delta was taken into custody by the Colorado State Patrol. April 28: Deputies were dispatched to an address on 3100 Road, Hotchkiss, for an agency assist for the New York Police Department. The NYPD was gathering information on a fraud claim. A juvenile runaway was reported from an address on Pany Road, Delta. Deputies responded to a fist fight in the Delta County Jail. One inmate reportedly assaulted another inmate, inflicting facial injuries that required medical attention.

LOCAL NEWS

Delta County Independent

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Altrusans from three states expected for Delta conference BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

About 80 Altrusans will be arriving in Delta this week for the 64th annual District Ten Conference. District Ten is comprised of 12 clubs in Colorado, New Mexico and Utah. Altrusa International of Delta is the largest of the 12. The theme for this year’s conference, “The

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A career path to consider

During a middle school career fair last week, students not only had a chance to learn about construction, architecture and other careers, they also got a close-up view of skilled trades as they toured the new addition to Delta Middle School. The sound of drills and saws ﬁlled the background as project manager Kyle Kissner led the kids through the building’s framework.

DCI FROM PAGE A1 of my life and is how I have stayed informed about Delta County over the years. “Randy, Pat and the entire team have created and maintained one of the best community newspapers in the state. We will work hard to continue the same level of journalism and community involvement.” “Newspapers may be considered a dying breed, but the Delta County Independent remains a valued community asset,” said Pat Sunderland. “Continued support from our readers and our advertisers, the ongoing dedication of our longtime employees, and the exciting addition of the Wick network of resources, will ensure the DCI remains

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a respected, trusted voice for Delta County.” Ron added, “We have always approached our work in the community newspaper industry with a team concept. This community has been a crucial part of that team. It welcomed us with open arms when we arrived in 1987 and has never left us. We thank each and every one from subscribers to advertisers to news sources. You have all contributed to our success and longevity in this industry. We have always felt this newspaper was as much your newspaper as it was ours. “We have had numerous employees over the decades and each played an enormous part in our team. Our thanks go out to all of them. Three of those employees have been with us since day one and deserve a special recognition — Diane Webster, Randy Crespin and Sandy Conner. We have been together through the good and bad of 30-plus years and we

Municipal quarterly FROM PAGE A1 Main Street. • Paonia Mayor Charles Stewart and city manager Ken Knight expressed their appreciation for all the help from state and local agencies during Paonia’s recent water emergency. DOLA is funding a Tier 1 water study including distribution, raw water storage, and reservoir storage. Paonia has 400 inactive taps, perhaps more, and will do a definitive study to identify each.

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appreciate that you stuck with us through it all.” Advertising director Roxanne McCormick expressed her appreciation to the advertisers who have supported the DCI the past 30-plus years. “I would also like to thank my advertising sales staff for their dedication. I look forward to continuing to manage this terrific sales team under the new ownership of the Wick family.” “The DCI is a grand community newspaper with a rich 137-year heritage, and the Sunderlands have been blessed to have played a role in its success for more than 30 years,” said Randy Sunderland. “I am excited about the next chapter for the paper and how Wick Communication — with its own family tradition and expanded resources — will shape the paper to be successful in today’s changing media environment. “I began my career as a paper carrier 50 years ago. It is appropriate I

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• All Points Transit has seen 13 percent growth in its ridership in Delta County. • Region 10 is seeking board members, with two vacancies to fill. • Jason Cleckler, Delta County Memorial Hospital CEO, spoke of DCMH’s new clinic to focus on rheumatology; a home health pilot program — the first in Colorado; and a mental health stabilization program where patients can be transported to Montrose rather than to Denver. The hospital has added an AmeriCorps volunteer to the staff who will focus on opioid matters. • Stacey Voight, Delta County Economic Development, said DCED has helped two new businesses locate and assisted over a dozen in a wide variety of obstacles. On May 14 DCED will hold a discussion on Opportunity Zones, addressing indepth technical matters. • Pattie Snidow, area director for Rural Development USDA, spoke to a subject that had surfaced in most of the presentations — substance abuse. She said substance abuse is a national epidemic, and there is additional funding in 17 federal agencies to address this issue. She said the federal funds can be matched with state DOLA funds.

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Libraries open at noon May 2 Delta County Libraries will be closed the morning of Thursday, May 2, for an all-staff training. The libraries will open at noon. Please visit www.deltalibraries.org for downloadable books, audiobooks, music, magazines, movies and more.

County purchases landfill compactor BY ANNETTE BRAND Staff Writer

Road Less Traveled,” was inspired by the Delta Tourism Cabinet, explains Vicki Ripp, conference chairman. Jo Rosenquist is co-chair. District board members will meet Wednesday and Thursday, and the conference will open at Bill Heddles Recreation Center Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4. Training, leadership development and fellowship highlight the twoday event. “Dress a Girl Around the World,” an international project of Altrusa International of Delta, will be showcased, along with the Altrusa International service project, Days for Girls. Local Altrusans sewed 118 dresses for girls in

Third World countries for the “Dress a Girl Around the World” campaign. Days for Girls involves sewing kits of washable feminine hygiene products for women around the world. On Saturday, Delta resident Renee Eaton will be installed as district governor, replacing the outgoing governor, Rose Price of Montrose. District governors are elected to two-year terms. Attendees will also hear from a guest speaker, Anthony Poponi of Crested Butte, on the topic, “Head-to-Toe Happiness,” aimed at techniques and skills to live a happier, more productive and fulfilling life both at home and at work.

At their April 16 meeting Delta County Commissioners Mark Roeber and Mike Lane authorized the purchase of a 2019 BOMAG BC 473 RB-5 landfill compactor from Power Equipment Company of Grand Junction for $487,694. There was one other bid. Commissioner Suppes was absent. The BOMAG was recommended to the commissioners by road foreman Dan Sickles and Dan Haining, landfill manager, because of its better compaction capabilities, safety, sealed units, drivetrain, wheel spacing and other components. Haining said it Facebook photo will enable the landfill to function longer before a Altrusa’s service project, “Dress a Girl,” is featured in the kiosk on Main Street in front of Wells Fargo. new cell is necessary.

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Senior CommUnity meals are served at four dining sites in Delta County — Cedaredge Community Center (Tuesday-WednesdayThursday), Delta Senior Center (Monday-Wednesday-Friday), Hotchkiss Senior Center (MondayWednesday-Friday) and Paonia Senior Citizen Center (Monday-Wednesday-Friday). Meals on Wheels are also delivered from each location. More information is available by calling the Cedaredge meal site, 856-3636; the Delta meal site, 8745302; Hotchkiss Senior Center, 872-3494; and Paonia Senior Citizen Center, 527-3435. The menu through May 31 follows: Wednesday, May 1 — Roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, pickled beet and onion salad, California blend vegetables, wheat roll and citrus splash mousse cake. Thursday, May 2 — Italian chicken breast on fettuccine alfredo,

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thighs, mandarin spinach salad, roll, parsley buttered potatoes, green beans and royal brownie. Thursday, May 23 — Meat loaf with tomato glaze, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrot and raisin salad, mandarin oranges and cinnamon knots. Friday, May 24 — Ground beef stroganoff over egg noodles, kidney bean salad, Italian stewed tomatoes, onion roll and half an orange. Monday, May 27 — Memorial Day. Meal sites closed for the holiday. Tuesday, May 28 — Chicken pot pie, green beans, tomato sweet onion salad, roll and peach cobbler. Wednesday, May 29 — Beef tips with mushroom gravy over egg noodles, pea and cheese salad, wax beans with red pepper, oatmeal roll and pears. Thursday, May 30 — Ham and broccoli casserole, peas and onions, cranberry apple crisp and fruit cocktail. Friday, May 31 — Chicken enchilada casserole, diced tomatoes, summer squash mix, hot black bean salad and tropical fruit.

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Delta senior menu for May On Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Senior Community Meals serves lunch at the Delta Senior Center, 427 Meeker Street, for a donation of $3.50 for those 60 years and older. Delta Senior Citizens serves lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays for a suggested donation of $3. The Thrift Shop in the Hanson House portion of the center is open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. The revenue generated from the Thrift Shop helps underwrite the costs of a variety of programs for Delta seniors. Here is the menu for Tuesdays and Thursdays: May 3 — Burrito casserole, tossed salad, Spanish rice and carrot cake. May 7 — Taco Tuesday. Refried beans and golden bars. May 9 — Chicken enchiladas with lettuce, tomato, onion and

cheese, mixed vegetables and cheesecake. May 14 — Nacho supreme with lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese and applesauce cake. May 16 — Navajo taco with lettuce, tomato, onion and cheese, and oatmeal cookies. May 21 — Spanish casserole, carrots, tossed salad and bread

pudding. May 23 — Mexican meatloaf, sweet potatoes, green beans, homemade roll and Jell-O fluff. May 28 — Barbecue chicken, coleslaw, baked beans and poke cake. May 30 — Chili, cornbread and peanut butter cookie. Lunch is served at noon.

James celebrate 50 years of marriage Robert and Janet James of Eckert will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on May 2. They met in Montana when Robert was stationed there in the Air

Force. They were married in Couer d’Alene, Idaho, in 1969 and have three children. Robert’s military career meant frequent moves for the family. When he retired from the Air Force, they were living in Nebraska, but in 2006 they decided to move to Delta County, where Robert had been born. Janet is a homemaker and had a career as a geriatric nurse.

Breanna Larson and Orlando Garcia of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Ellianna Mariposa Garcia, born April 20, 2019, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 10.4 ounces and was 20.5 Robert and Janet James Robert and Janet James inches in length.

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blend veggies, cranberry juice, whole wheat roll and sunset yogurt dessert. Tuesday, May 14 — Baked paprika chicken, mandarin spinach salad, creamy brown rice with mushrooms, California blend vegetables and morning glory muffin. Wednesday, May 15 — Liver and onions or beef patty with carrot and onion gravy, mashed potatoes, calico salad, carrots and honey fruit dessert. Thursday, May 16 — Beef and pork lasagna, tossed salad, Italian vegetables, garlic bread and peach cobbler. Friday, May 17 — Beef burrito with green chili sauce, lettuce/onion/ tomato, refried beans, western corn and oatmeal raisin cookie. Monday, May 20 — Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, chateau vegetables, lowsodium V-8 juice, cheddar onion biscuit and bread pudding. Tuesday, May 21 — Potato-crusted cod, crunchy garden slaw, baked potato, broccoli and lemon pie cookie bar. Wednesday, May 22 — Oven-fried chicken

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Delta County Women’s Connection provides safe, caring environment Delta County Women’s Connection is excited to host its May 9 event for the women of Delta and surrounding areas from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This month “April Showers Bring May Flowers,” featuring a presentation by the Cedaredge Girl Scout Troop 17117. Focusing on providing a quick retreat from the hustle and bustle of the everyday, the DCWC event is a great place to unwind, laugh, learn, share, and re-charge in the company of other women. Because this is a catered event, reservations are appreciated. Reservations for children will be needed as well, and a free pizza party will be provided for the kids. This month guest speaker Kit Bromfield will share “From Broken Glass to Stained Glass: A Shattered Life Restored.” A cover charge of $15 includes all of the above plus a catered dinner. Please RSVP by May 6 by phone to Cindy at 970-921-5412, email to

dcwcreservations@gmail. com, text to 919-795-8968, or visit the events link on DCWC’s Facebook page and reserve on the event. The event will be held at Bill Heddles Recreation Center. Founded in 2008, DCWC provides a safe, caring environment where Delta County women of all ages and backgrounds can come together for a good meal and some girl

time. DCWC meets every other month for a catered dinner, live entertainment, friendly conversation, a fun activity, door prizes, and a wonderful inspirational speaker. Free childcare is always provided. Delta County Women’s Connection is an outreach of Stonecroft. Keep up with the happenings on Facebook: http://fb.com/ DeltaWomenConnect.

Delta Hubwheelers to eat, dance on May 4 The Delta Hubwheelers Square Dance Club will celebrate Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo holiday with a potluck and dance on Saturday, May 4, from 6-9 p.m., in the aerobics room at the Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 531 N. Palmer Street in Delta. The evening begins with the potluck dinner at 6 p.m., and those attending are invited to bring their favorite entrees, sides, and/or des-

sert, whether Mexican or not. The dance at 7 will be directed by club caller Naaman Moorehouse from Grand Junction. Admission is $6 per dancer. Dances are “Mainstream” with “Plus” tips. Non-dancers are welcome to come and watch. If coming from out of town, call to verify dance dates, details and directions. Zee Pacheco, 970-835-3771; or Paul Ash, 970-773-4495.

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Legacy Outfitters challenges men to be better husbands, dads pares from scratch, as well as some lighthearted outdoor-related entertainment, a short inspirational message, and a guest speaker. The April meeting focused on fly-fishing and featured Del Canty, a local renowned fisherman and conservationist. The next meeting is Monday, May 13, 6:30 to 8 p.m. There is no charge for the meal or the program, and because the chapter is funded by donations, there are no dues either. In addition to monthly meetings, men have a chance to get outdoors through group events with a focus on archery, hunting or fishing. With warmer weather, fatherchildren camping trips will be incorporated into

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Jonathan Free, a Texas transplant who moved to Delta County a year and a half ago, brought with him a chapter of Legacy Outfitters. The focus of the nonprofit organization, he said, is to help men be better leaders at home and in the community. While it’s spiritually based, it is not affiliated with any specific church denomination. Membership is open to all outdoorsmen who are looking to combine their passion for hunting, fishing, shooting and other outdoor sports with fellowship and camaraderie. “Legacy Outfitters is a good fit because most men in this area love the outdoors,” Free said. “We use the outdoors as a platform to talk about issues that concern men, in terms of the values they pursue and the relationships they have with family, friends and co-workers. It’s all about bringing men together to help each other be better husbands and fathers, and ultimately the men God calls us to be through faith in Jesus.” The chapter has already experienced remarkable growth, Free said. Since the chapter was established in November, participation has grown from about eight to over 50. Meetings are held the Photo submitted second Monday of most months at the Delta Trap A predator hunt near Crawford gave Legacy brothClub. Meetings feature a ers an opportunity to share their love for the outmeal the cook team pre- doors with their children.

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Middle school counselors teamed up with local industry to present a career fair for Delta, Hotchkiss, Paonia and Cedaredge middle schoolers last week. Exhibitors covered a wide spectrum of career ﬁelds. Above, Laura Becker and Adam Gonzales explain what it takes to become a pharmacist. The two are interns from the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy who have been doing a rotation at Surface Creek Family Practice. They tied their career choice to their interest in chemistry, biology and algebra. Adriana McHugh, Cedaredge Middle School counselor, said the career fair was intended to help students ﬁnd relevance in their classes, so they can be more successful academically.

Community event marks the National Day of Prayer

Learn how to stop the bleed The community is invited to a class covering the basics of bleeding control. Come learn how to identify life-threatening bleeding and how to control it. Three different classes will be offered in the Mesa Lakes classroom at Grand Mesa Oncology & Infusion Center on the campus of Delta County Memorial Hospital. The classes will be on Tuesday, May 14, 10 to 11 a.m., 11:30 to 12:30 or 1 to 2 p.m. There are just 24 spots available in each class. RSVP to Paula Carter, DCMH, at 970-874-2298.

another, just as I have loved you.” The National Day of Prayer was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. In 1988, the law was unanimously amended by both the House and the Senate and signed into law by President Ronald Reagan on Thursday, May 5, 1988, designating the first Thursday of May as a day of national prayer. Every president since 1952 has signed a National Day of Prayer proclamation. Those gathered will pray for the family, the church, business, media, military, government and our schools. The hope is that individuals, churches and spiritual leaders in America will humble themselves and unify in prevailing prayer for the next great move of God in America. “We can come together in clear agreement that this is our greatest need,” said Pastor James Conley. “We can become a visible union, standing together in prayer. We can pray more than ever before, and practice extraordi-

nary prayer for the next great move of God in America that will catapult the message of the gospel nationally and internationally. “Prayer works as we have witnessed in our community and lives. Come and be a part of this year’s National Day of Prayer at the Delta County Courthouse on Thursday, May 2, at noon.

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The community is invited to join area ministers at the 67th National Day of Prayer event at the Delta County Courthouse on Thursday, May 2, at noon. The theme of the 2019 observance will be “Love One Another.” The theme comes from the words of Jesus in John 13:34, “Love one

the outdoor activities. As the chapter grows, Free looks forward to participating in community projects, such as habitat improvement with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. All adult men are welcome to become Legacy brothers. All meetings and activities are alcoholfree, with no preaching or judgment. By using the outdoors as the setting for spiritual growth, Free said he’s already seeing men who are spending more time and pursuing more meaningful relationships with their children. For more information, visit www.LegacyOut fitters.org, or contact Jonathan Free at 970-4637355 or delta-montrose legacyoutfitters@org.

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The following Garnet Mesa students earned a Terriﬁc Kid Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible citizen and student. Pictured above are kindergarten and ﬁrst grade students Leslie Felix, David Miramontes, Za’ov Ingram, Dominick Archuleta, Osiris Heinze and Anthony Meza; below are second and third graders (back row) Scott Floyd, Lily Gallegos, Hayden Lee and Kenna Cook; (front row) Jordan Lujano, Haylee Brewer, Marcella Garcia and Kylee Perry.

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The Ute Indian Museum is partnering with Montrose County Library and Dominguez Archaeological Research Group for a Family Dig Day Saturday, May 11. This free event takes place from 10 a.m. to noon. Come learn what it takes to become an archaeologist, explore the museum’s recreated dig site and learn about the Ute people, past and present. The museum is located at 17253 Chipeta Road in Montrose. Learn more at uteindianmuseum.org.

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learning opportunities are a valuable way for students to connect to their own backyard,” says CCA’s education director Rob Gay. “It is important for students to see that what they are learning in their classrooms isn’t disconnected from the ‘real world.’ The history, biology, and Earth science they are learning right now can be seen just a few minutes away from their classrooms on our public lands.” Colorado Canyons Association is a 501c3 organization based out of Grand Junction that serves the National Conservation Areas with education, stewardship, and restoration projects. For more information, contact Rob Gay at rob@canyonsassociation. org or 970-263-7902.

Delta Middle School recently celebrated a group of eighth grade students named to the Hall of Honor. This honor is given to students who have had a positive effect on Delta Middle School. “These students are independent workers, questioners, thinkers, challengers and believers,” said principal Sheryl Yeager. “They are supportive of the school and what we aim to accomplish. As students they brighten our day and they challenge us to think along a different path, but most of all, they make us want to come to work every day to do our very best.” Pictured are (back row) Pway Doh, Kayla Mock, Caitlyn Merriman, Kalli Carmichael, Brooklynn Mininger, and Evelyn Gutierrez; (front row) Nylene Gutierrez, Sarah Teel and Lizzie Cooper.

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ing about indigenous cultures, ranching and native plants. This same event is held in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area May 10, 14 and 15 in conjunction with Mesa County Schools District 51 and will get over 500 local students out and active on the land. From April 29 through May 2, CCA is teaming up with TNC, BLM and Colorado Parks and Wildlife to bring Delta County and Olathe seventh graders out to Escalante Canyon to learn about geology and early pioneer history in the region. Nearly 500 students participate in this educational event that includes hiking, visiting dinosaur tracks, and using real wildlife tracking equipment. “These on-the-land

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Colorado Canyons Association (CCA) announces its 2019 spring education season. CCA works closely with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to get thousands of students outdoors every year, learning in a standardsbased manner, in local National Conservation Areas. This year students from Mesa, Delta and Montrose counties will be participating in events across the region. On April 25 and 26, third grade students learned from local experts and professionals in Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area at CCA’s Nature Knowledge Days event. This event was co-sponsored by The Nature Connection (TNC) and the BLM, and featured over 300 students learn-

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Delta County Libraries presents the 2019 summer reading program “A Universe of Stories.” Children, teens, and adults are invited to participate in a summer of spacethemed stories, activities, games and presentations. Track your reading to win a T-shirt, gift certificate, book or another prize. All kids who complete the program will receive a free T-shirt. Registration opens Monday, May 20. Register in-person at your local library or online at www.deltalibraries.org. Thanks to major sponsors, Kiwanis International and Walmart, along with generous community support, no registration fees apply.

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The Sons of Serendip, a group of four friends who through a series of serendipitous events, came together in graduate school at Boston University, comes to Delta Monday, May 6. This musical quartet of tenor, harp, cello and keyboard performs at the Delta Performing Arts Center, 822 Grand Avenue, at 7 p.m. as one of the current series of concerts provided by the DeltaMontrose Community Concert Association. Each member has an inspiring story and together the Sons of Serendip strive to embody the adjectives classy, genuine, spiritual, sensitive and timeless. Tenor Micah Christian was a teacher, keyboardist Cordaro Rodriguez was an attorney, cellist

Rock Wranglers to meet Rock Wranglers will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Calvary Baptist Church, 1290 A Street, Delta. The program will be filling the kids’ rock bags for the rock show on June 1. Everyone is asked to bring rocks for the bags.

Pie auction supports Pea Green building It’s time for the Pea Green pie auction, an annual fundraiser to support the operation of the Pea Green Community Hall. The auction takes place Saturday, May 18, 7 p.m. at the community hall, Highway 348 and Banner Road.

Admission to Ute Indian Museum is free May 4 In honor of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, the Ute Indian Museum will hold its first free day of the year on Saturday, May 4. The museum is located at 17253 Chipeta Road in Montrose and is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month’s (AHPM) 2019 theme is “Building Communities: Celebrating 20 Years of the State Historical Fund.” The focus of this year’s events is on how historic preservation has strengthened our communities by honoring the past to create a new future. Communities from around the state will celebrate archaeology and historic preservation. Enjoy a special screening of “Breaking New Ground – Native Americans in Archaeology,” playing throughout the day.

beautiful journey of creating music that touches people’s hearts. The group’s members hope their singing will inspire others to follow their dreams, to pursue their love for music, to spread love and build a better world, and create an experience one will never forget! Single admission tickets, $20/adult, $5/student, will be on sale when the doors open at 6 p.m. This concert can be free if a 2019-2020 season ticket is purchased for $45/adult, $15/student, or $95/family (living in same house) at this concert The 2019-2020 season kicks off with “The Everly Set,” a tribute to the Everly Brothers on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Other performers include local magician Ty Gallenbeck, Prime Time Trio, Terry Barber Trio, and Classic Sons of Serendip Nashville Roadshow. For more information about Sons of Serendip and how to get your membership so you can enjoy great On Saturday, May 4, pastors around the world, entertainment, please the Christian Motorcy- 20 percent goes to help contact Bob Brown, 835clists Association will host the JESUS film spread 4480. its annual Run for the the Word of God, and 40 Son. The Gospel Spokes percent is used by CMA Chapter, one of many to help reach motorcyCMA chapters chartered clists here at home in the in the United States, will United States and interbe participating in this nationally. On Friday, May 3, run. Riders will be seekThis year’s fundraising ing sponsors to help raise goal is $5 million. Anyone Grand Mesa Observatory money for CMA to spread interested in participat- is hosting public night sky the light of Jesus to every ing in this event can meet viewing at dusk (weather nation. at the Delta Odd Fellows permitting). If the skies Since Run for the Son Hall (breakfast 8 to 9:30 are cloudy, the rain date is began, CMA has raised a.m. and kickstands up Saturday, May 4. For the over $60 million to help at 10) at 860 Highway 92, latest weather update, go present the Gospel of Delta. The ride will cover to grandmesaobservatory. Jesus Christ to millions of approximately 321 miles, com/calendar/ or call 970people around the world. round trip (multiple stop 242-1089. The observatory is Every penny promptly and exit locations). For goes to work. Each year, further information or if located at 7475 Purdy 20 percent goes for Bibles you would like to spon- Mesa Road in Whitewato closed and restricted sor someone for the run, ter. A tour of the observacountries, 20 percent goes please call Pat Andrews tory will be offered; all for motorcycles to native at (303) 910-7301. ages are welcome. Telescopes will be set up by the Western Colorado Astronomy Club for laserguided sky tours. Bring chairs (optional), and wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes. Kendall Ramseur was a cello instructor, and harpist Mason Morton was a teacher. In 2014 serendipity gave them the chance to perform on America’s Got Talent and they were finalists and they placed fourth in the ninth season of AGT. That launched their career. Their concert program focuses on fairly contemporary music, some with a fresh twist, and some familiar pop tunes from

Motown. All will feature Christian’s beautiful tenor voice and the wonderful playing of Rodriguez, Ramseur (also the backup singer) and Morton. This is a very interesting combination of voice and instruments which produces a lovely, rich sound. They have been playing their instruments since childhood, but in 2014 they came together to begin what they know will be a long

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Delta County Libraries presents the 2019 Summer Reading Program “A Universe of Stories.” Children, teens, and adults are invited to participate for a summer of space-themed stories, activities, games and presentations. Track your reading to win a T-shirt, gift certiﬁcate, book or another prize. All kids who complete the program will receive a free T-shirt. Registration opens Monday, May 20. Register in-person at your local library or online at www.deltalibraries.org. Thanks to major sponsors Kiwanis International and Walmart, along with generous community support, no registration fees apply.

Certified instructors Dave Brown and Christopher McMillan will lead a “Handgun Safety” class at Bill Heddles Recreation Center Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Proper completion of this class allows you to apply for a concealed handgun permit in Colorado. Course consists of safety and firing techniques of a semi-automatic pistol and revolver; laws related to owning a handgun; and range safety. Lunch is on your own, then individual firing instruction is provided at a local firing range in the afternoon. The class is $80. Please register by 5 p.m. three days prior to the class of your choice. To register, call Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 874-0923.

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Libraries find support for hours, programming PRESS RELEASE

Delta County Libraries’ services and hours have been cut to balance the budget given declining revenues and increased expenses over the past decade. But Delta County Libraries director Lea Hart says a recent poll conducted by the library board shows a brighter future may be on the horizon. The poll of likely voters was conducted in March 2019 to better understand resident’s opinions regarding library services and to gauge support for a pos-

sible mill levy increase. Currently 46 percent of likely 2019 voters within the Delta County Library District would support a 2.75 residential mill levy increase to generate new funds for the district. After being informed of the reasons for considering a ballot question and learning how the funds would be spent, support for the proposed ballot measure increased to 60 percent. An informed ballot test shows more than 50 percent support in each of the five library communities.

“Delta County voters read books, value library programming, and desire more hours,” Hart told attendees of last week’s Delta County spring Municipal Quarterly update, a biannual luncheon where mayors, town managers, and other local officials share updates. “Without increased funding, Delta County Libraries will be forced to further reduce the number of days and hours of operation,” continued Hart. “Because of a decline in funding from property tax revenue and

Delta hospital hosts 11th annual Trauma Conference The 11th annual Trauma Conference will be hosted by Delta County Memorial Hospital in partnership with St. Mary’s Hospital, Community Hospital, Montrose Memorial Hospital, WRETAC and Care Flight on May 2-3. The purpose of the event is to help regional trauma and emerprofessionals gency have the opportunity to come together and learn more about hot topics in trauma all while earning CME (continuing medical education) at a

Entrepreneurs to pitch plans ENGAGE Delta County hosts its 2019 business challenge event Thursday, May 9, at Needle Rock Brewing Company. Come and meet the entrepreneurs, and hear about their exciting new business ventures as they pitch to a panel of judges for cash awards. The event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Free admission and appetizers; cash bar.

really great price, according to Jillian Emmons, RN, trauma coordinator for Delta County Memorial Hospital. “We all have been working hard to bring qualified speakers from around the state to the conference to help benefit everyone.” The first day of the conference will conclude with a mock helicopter crash. “Everyone needs the opportunity to be involved in a mass casualty exercise and know how to respond appropriately,” stated Emmons. “Care Flight will be there with their helicopter, smoke machines going off and actors lying on the ground injured. We will be transporting [the actors] to the hospital from the scene, getting the rest of the hospital involved.” “We are excited to be hosting the Trauma Conference for the 11th year. I think it is important to learn and work alongside our regional partners,” Jason Cleckler, Delta County Hospital CEO. “This kind of education is invaluable to the trauma team, and we are fortu-

nate to offer this kind of opportunity on the Western Slope.” For more information about the 2019 Trauma Conference, or future conferences, contact Jillian Emmons at 970-8747681.

other sources, the libraries simply cannot continue operating at their current level of services.” According to Hart, “Too many people don’t understand who we are and what we do.” She explained that over 208,000 people walked through the doors of Delta County Libraries in 2018. Other facts Hart shared include: • Over 20,000 people attended the library’s children, teen, and adult programs. • Hundreds of Delta County kids participate in the summer reading program where they log thousands of hours reading. • The library’s partnership with the school district increases student and educator access to valuable and diverse educational resources. • Over 1,300 students visited the Discover Health exhibit at Delta Library in the fall of 2018. • Over 1,800 Delta

County students received an ecard in 2018 to access library resources online. • The libraries provide high-speed internet access and recorded over 30,000 computer uses in their buildings and over 1.2 million wireless sessions. • The library’s High School Equivalency program provides adults the opportunity to achieve educational goals. • In 2018, 13 adults received diplomas and the library proctored 33 college exams at no cost to the students. • Library staff deliver books and read to seniors through senior outreach programs. The library board is considering a mill levy increase of 2.75 mills. This would generate an additional $795,000 per year. An owner of a $200,000 residence would pay an estimated $39.03 per year. As funding for Delta County Libraries has been declining since 2011

because of the Gallagher Amendment and other lost sources of revenue, the number of service hours per week across Delta County Libraries has declined from 245 service hours to 169 service hours. “We would like to restore these service hours and increase the number of weekly operating hours from 169 to 241,” Hart said. “These additional hours would allow for increased programs and services.” Specifically, the polling showed strong support for increasing and improving youth activities and services for pre-school, school-age children and teens. These activities prepare children for reading, develop STEM skills and help them succeed in school. Enhancing senior services, outreach to seniors, improving adult education, broadening collections of books, eBooks, e-audiobooks, DVDs and magazines are all library priorities that likely voters would support.

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Ambulances repurposed

Delta County Ambulance District (DCAD) has donated two ambulances to Delta County organizations. The ﬁrst ambulance went to Delta County Search & Rescue and the second to Technical College of the Rockies, which offers training in emergency medical services. DCAD works closely with these two agencies and feels both provide a necessary service to the community. The goal is to keep county assets within our county and repurpose them to beneﬁt the community. These ambulances have completed their service time and then some. “We want to thank the community for supporting the ambulance district with the mill levy; giving the ambulances back to the community shows our appreciation,” said Kirby Clock, DCAD director.

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Starbeam Studios brings musical theater to the Delta area with Disney’s version of “Enchanted.” Performances are scheduled Saturday, May 4, at 6 p.m. and Sunday, May 5, at 3 p.m. at the Delta Performing Arts Center, 822 Grand Avenue. Tickets are available online at starbeam studiosdelta.com or at the door, while supplies last. “Enchanted” is the third musical theater production staged by Starbeam Studios since it opened in 2017. All the performers are children ranging in age from 7 through seniors in high school. Each participant went through an audition process to be accepted into the production. The director and studio owner, Kayln Bruington, tries to emulate a professional Broadwaystyle rehearsal schedule. She believes it teaches her students that they “can do it” and the “hard things are the things worth doing.” Starbeam Studios traditionally offers a full Broadway-style production each semester, with one in the spring and one in the fall. This summer, Kayln hopes to add a summer production. In addition, the studio offers dance and music lessons. Kayln is very passionate about the

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Hotchkiss getting ready for busy dog trial weekend BY ROBBIE WINNE Staff Writer

Hotchkiss is looking forward to its premier spring event, the Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials in combination with All Roads Lead to Hotchkiss weekend. This is the 16th year that the popular confluence of events is taking place. The dog trials draw handlers and their working dogs from California, Minnesota, Wyoming, Arizona, Utah, Missouri, North Carolina and Colorado. Over 80 dogs will be competing over three days, from May 10 to May 12. The trials are a collaborative affair, with founder Richard Bailey presiding over the competition with the help of local ranching couple, Gordon

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Sharon Northrup’s dog, Earl, hard at work. Earl is featured on this year’s Sheep Dog Trial hat. Northrup will be running Earl in the open classes.

and Cheryl Hebenstreit. Dennis Williams from Sundance, Wyo. judges the event. He has been involved with border collies for over 20 years and has traveled and competed in many trials in North America. Larry Allen provides the sheep. The announcer is Les Mergelman and the competitions and demonstrations take place on the Hotchkiss family fields. The weekend also enjoys the support of the town of Hotchkiss and numerous Hotchkiss businesses and local participants. The event can always use more volunteers, however. Contact information is www.hotchkissdog trials.com, Gordon Hebenstreit at 970-589-2139, or Richard Bailey at 970-216-5771, for anyone interested in spending a memorable weekend helping with the trials. The admission fees are $4 on Friday, $5 on Saturday and Sunday. Children under 12 are free. Food vendors will be on the grounds all three days with FFA alumni providing ground lamb burgers on Saturday and Sunday. Craft vendors will show their wares throughout the weekend. There will be a sheep wagon on site for viewing. Demonstrations include presentations by the San Juan Weavers Guild and sheep shearing DOG TRIALS TO B2

Single-use bag ban questioned under 1993 law BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

Could a little-known statute put a wrench in Paonia’s draft ordinance to ban singleuse plastic bags? That draft, a request by a group of citizens calling itself Sustainable North Fork Valley and written by town attorney Bo Nerlin, was first brought before trustees at the April 9 board meeting. It is currently being reviewed by the town Governmental Affairs committee. Section 25-17-104 of the Colorado State Statutes preempts local governments from prohibiting the use or sale of “specific types of plastic materials or products” including single-use plastic grocery bags. The statute was passed under a 1993 house bill for “environmental protection through the promotion of disposal alternatives...” and sought to address a need “for more effective and efficient management of waste.” According to a March 7 article in the online newspaper, The Colorado Sun, due to the statute, the City of

Denver has put on hold “a bill to prevent restaurants from offering plastic straws” unless requested by the customer. Mayor Charles Stewart said he’s aware of the statute, but has not had time to fully investigate it. “On its face, it appears to prohibit bag bans” like the one currently before trustees. However, said Stewart, several governmental entities in Colorado have successfully adopted singleuse plastic bag bans, including Aspen, Avon, Ridgway and Telluride, which in 2011 became the first municipality to pass a ban. Thus far, said Stewart, it appears that none of those bans has been challenged in court. One ban was challenged by a citizens’ group, but not under the 1993 statute. In 2012, the City of Aspen, implemented a ban on single-use plastic bags. The ban was challenged in court by a group of citizens alleging that a 20-cent charge for bags approved under the ban was an unconstitutional tax under the Taxpayer Bill of BAG BAN TO B2

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Paonia High School seniors Dantrick Reed and Jade Ellenberger were crowned prom king and queen Saturday night. This year’s theme was “Winter Wonderland.”

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Flooding at river park

A combination of spring runoff and Monday night’s heavy rains, the foot bridge at the conﬂuence of Minnesota Creek and the North Fork of the Gunnison River was ﬂooded Tuesday. This photo was taken after the water had receded about 10 inches. Delta County Emergency Management is reminding the public that with more rain and snow in the forecast, “creeks and rivers are going to be running high.” They urge caution around creeks, rivers and large irrigation ditches.

Beware of fast-moving water, potential flooding BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

Western Colorado hasn’t seen really high spring runoffs in recent years. While it can be a thrill for river runners, it’s easy to forget after a few low-water years that rivers and streams can be deadly if not treated with respect. This year’s above-average snowfall means water for farmers and ranchers. But it also means swollen rivers and streams and, statistically, increases in whitewater-related fatalities. Delta County Emergency Management is reminding the public that with more rain and snow in the forecast, “creeks and rivers are going to be running high.” They urge caution around creeks, rivers and large irrigation ditches. As for river-running, the North Fork of the Gunnison River isn’t known for its navigable whitewater. But last year, Western Colorado SUP (stand-up paddle boards) opened a commercial river-running company in Hotchkiss. Owner Daniel Roman said he planned to offer guided trips on the North Fork, but rafting season lasted one weekend. In a decent year it’s run-able maybe 6-8 weeks, said Roman. Running the rapids can be a thrill, but can also present danger. Boats can flip, people can get swept away. But the real danger, said Roman, “is that it’s fast and it’s cold and there are some big holes in there.” Brush along the banks, log jams, and fallen trees caught in the river can

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Guides with Western Slope SUP in Hotchkiss perform rescue maneuvers at Gunnison River Pleasure Park Sunday. This year’s higher than average snow pack means big runoff and swift waters for area rivers. Anyone venturing out into the river needs proper equipment and a knowledge of river running. also present serious danger, and conditions can change daily. In a good year, said Roman, the North Fork will peak at around 3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). As of Tuesday morning, the USGS gauge (https://waterdata.usgs. gov) at Somerset measured between 3,000-3,200 cubic feet per second. As the weather warms, it’s expected to get much higher. By comparison, last spring,

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following one of the driest seasons on record, the river peaked at around 1,200 cfs. For those who don’t have the proper equipment, experience and knowledge, said Roman, play it safe and “Take a guided trip.” For those still planning to get on the river, before launching, says Roman, check the USGS site for current flow levels. The site also provides current water temperatures and boating safety tips.

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The royal court from Hotchkiss High School prom, held Saturday, April 27. This year’s theme was Under the Sea, and the gym was transformed into an underwater dream. From the left are Shayne Bayles - Princess, Brian Gonzalez - Prince, Carson Collins Queen, George Arroyo - King, and the royal court Will Ela, Amber Mattler, Kaiya Firor and Presley Pene.

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Dog trials FROM PAGE B1 demonstrations by Doug Hamilton from 10-4. Sharon Northrup from Crawford will be running her dog, Earl, in the open classes. Earl is also featured on this year’s hats. Covered bleachers are provided but viewers can bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. The art work of western artist, Cheryl HarleyVolz, entitled “Me First,” is featured on the program cover and t-shirts. Her work is displayed nationally and often featured in the Meeker International Sheep Dog Trials Art Show. Earl’s photographer is W.T. Bruce. But that’s hardly all that is happening over the weekend. The Mother’s Day festivities also include the following events in and around Hotchkiss • Free town picnic presented by First State Bank of Colorado on Fri-

day from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on 1st Street next to the bank. • Memorial Hall Yard Sale organized by the Beta Sigma Phi sorority. • Hotchkiss Friends of the Library annual book sale in Memorial Hall. Books, cds, movies and more are on offer for very low prices. Fri./Sat., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Rogers Mesa Modern Woman’s Club holds its annual fundraiser and bake sale, its main source of funding for the preservation of the 111 year old society and its headquarters, the Rogers Mesa Community House on Hwy. 92. May 10 and 11 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Community yard sales take place in and around Hotchkiss all weekend. Treasures abound. • ARBA Sanctioned Rabbit Show at Heritage Hall, Saturday, May 11, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. • The Hotchkiss-

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“Me First,” artwork featured on this year’s Sheep Dog program and t-shirts was rendered by Cheryl Harley-Volz, whose work is displayed nationally.

Bag ban FROM PAGE B1 Rights (TABOR). In 2018, the Colorado Supreme Court upheld the ban by a 4-3 decision, stating that it’s “not a tax because it offsets the costs of a municipal waste-reduction program,” according to a May 22, 2018 article in The Aspen Daily News. One thing all of the municipalities that have passed bans do have in common is that they’re not statutory governments, rather they are governed under home rule charters, noted Stewart. Whether that was

the determining factor in getting them passed isn’t clear, said Stewart. There have been efforts to repeal the preemption section of the statute, he added, but where those efforts are now isn’t immediately clear. Considering the statute, Nerlin, who also wrote Ridgway’s ordinance that was adopted last December, “will have to look fairly carefully at it,” said Stewart. Based on his findings, the board can decide whether to move forward with the draft ordinance.

Crawford Historical Museum is open, free to the public Friday and Saturday. The museum offers a look into early days in the valley. • Ute Trails Car Club Show at Zack’s BBQ in Hotchkiss May 11, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch available, provided by Zack’s. $15 entry fee to show your car. Cool cars of any vintage welcome. Free bus shuttle between Zack’s and trial ground, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. So join Hotchkiss in celebrating its unique down-home history and culture. There is something for everyone this Mother’s Day weekend, with spring lending a lovely hand in presenting the Friendliest Town Around.

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Celebrating 90+ years

The Paonia Senior Center held a birthday party on April 24 for local residents who turn 90 years of age or older this year. Nonagenarians, clockwise from upper left, Lynne Bear, Vivian Cheney, Merle Schideler, Betty Portman, and Pearl Stimac. Delta County Council on Aging sponsors the annual 90-plus celebrations at senior lunches throughout the county, and Volunteers of America prepares the lunch. Merle Schideler purchased the ﬂowers from Paonia Flower Shop, and Ellie McCarrol made cupcakes. Paonia Senior Center is open from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, offering activities including a Wednesday morning painting class. For more information, call 527-3435.

Fun lessons at Conservation Days What are the most important items to take with you when you go camping? What are two ways to keep water clean? Is it easier to destroy a river than to restore it? What’s the difference between an omnivore and an herbivore? Between antlers and horns? What do sage grouse look like, and why are they so hard to see? What river flows through Paonia River Park? And what does Riparian mean? More than 330 fourth grade students from throughout Delta County learned the answers to these and many other questions last Thursday and Friday, April 25-26, during the eight annual Conservation Days. Held at Paonia River Park, the event was sponsored by the Western Slope Conservation Center, Paonia Realty, First Colorado National Bank, the Kampe Foundation, Elevate Fiber and Alpine Bank. Students spent the day visiting 10 different structured learning stations hosted by the North Fork Valley Historical Society, Delta Conservation District, Paonia Visual Arts, U.S. Fish and Wildlife and Hotchkiss National Fish Hatchery, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the Black Canyon Audubon Society and Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, the U.S. Forest Service, West Elk Mountain Rescue, and Solar Energy International to learn about wildlife, riparian systems, “Leave No Trace” ethics, solar energy, and even learned how West Elk Mountain Rescue performs search and res-

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife District Wildlife Manager Andrew Taylor uses a mountain goat skull to explain the difference between horns and antlers to Garnet Mesa Elementary School fourth grade students attending the annual Delta Conservation Days at Paonia River Park. Now in its eighth year, more than 330 Delta County fourth grade students attended this year’s conservation days. cue missions. Paonia River Park itself is a study in conservation. Once an in-stream gravel mine, starting

in 2006 the WSCC has turned the park into a healthy riparian area that includes river-front walking trails, inter-

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pretive and educational signage, and one of the only public access points to the North Fork of the Gunnison River.

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In April Paonia Lions Club and the Paonia Elementary School 6th grade class held their 11th annual trash pick-up. They collected garbage along two miles of Highway 133 from Stop ‘n Save to Garvin Mesa Road and the stretch from Highway 133 down to the Delta VoTech on 4th Street. Pictured (back row, from left): Lions Rene Atchley, Ron Sims, Dave Benson, Mike Peacock, Mike Hughes, Susan Pagano, and student Austin Funk; second row: Connor Kinser, Peyton Armstrong, Grace Jensen, Contessa Sprinkle, Avery Cowan, Olivia Tribble, Michael Roach, and Edwin PantojaTorres. With hands on knees: Killian Mazon, Caleb Ferguson, Ryaunna Rhoades, Landon Cook, Izzy Pack, Brooke Harding, Cameron McCann, and teacher and Lion Tammie Benson. Kneeling: Dennis White, Joel Frazier, Heidi Johnson, Ashlie Ferguson, Jilli Mills, Sara Washburn, Serenity Battles, and Elias Keil. The fellow in the “beached whale” pose in the front is Lion and teacher Bob Bushta.

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Community Builders sparks ideas for healthy development Charlier referred to “placemaking” — creating public spaces that comfortably accommodate a variety of users: children, families, seniors, disabled residents, businesses and through traffic. In town planning parlance the “8 to 80” rule of thumb refers to areas that appeal to those between the ages of 8 and 80. To create spaces that are comfortable and invite social and economic participation, roads should sync with given spaces and users, not dominate them. Public roads bear the burden of providing safe passage to motorists, while also allowing walkers and bikers the same degree of safety. These routes should ideally blend into the environment. For many Colorado towns, with old roads that were built with getting from point A to point B in mind, retrofitting with those multiple needs becomes a challenge. Charlier stressed that these rather technical issues are the foundation upon which towns need to construct their ideal

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Arbor Day in Paonia

Photo by Tamie Meck

Paonia Elementary School music teacher Kay Witt leads students in singing ‘The Green Grass Grows All Around’ last Friday at the Town of Paonia Arbor Day tree planting ceremony at Lee’s Park. North Fork School of Integrated Studies students played ‘American the Beautiful’ on their recorders; Mayor Charles Stewart declared April 26 as Arbor Day in Paonia; Kaie Long with the Colorado State Forest Service Grand Junction field office engaged students in a discussion on trees; town tree board members John Valentine talked about planting trees; and Roger Baril gave a brief history of trees. Long also helped students name the tree. ‘Linda the Linden’ could grow up to 60 feet tall and will flower in spring.

Former Paonia trustee critical of duplex approval BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

As the Town of Paonia considers updating its building codes, two citizens brought to the board complaints about the town’s ability to enforce the existing code. A former town trustee, planning and zoning commissioner and certified building inspector accused town administrator Ken Knight for disregarding both zoning and building ordinances in approving a Third Street duplex. Addressing the board during the “Visitors” section at the April 23 meeting, Curtis Foster said the duplex, located at 207 3rd street and zoned C-2 Commercial, was approved with complete disregard for town zoning laws and is a lawsuit waiting to happen. Speaking during the visitor portion of the meeting, Foster said the duplex’s two front steps extend beyond the 12 inches allowed under code and create a tripping hazard for pedestrians. Reading from a prepared statement, Foster said a multiple dwelling stand-alone building in a C- zone requires a special review before the Planning and Zoning Commission, notification of neighboring property owners, and subsequent action by the board. “I’d like to see the minutes from that meeting,” said Foster. Referring to the International Building Code, he said the front steps protruding onto the public right of way create “a major public safety hazard” for pedestrians, and for people exiting the units. In addition, a trench in the alley creates a hazard for both pedestrians and cars. Foster also asked if the owner was required to purchase water and sewer taps, and if so, one or two, how the town handles water/sewer and trash billing, and questioned the resulting off-street parking. Listing other apparent problems associated with the property, Foster asked, “Is the town setting a precedence here?”

Spring craft fair in Crawford on May 3-4 A spring craft fair will be held at the Crawford Methodist Church, 297 Dogwood Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 3, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 4. In addition to local crafts and one-of-a-kind items, there will be a soup lunch with bread and dessert for $5.

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A duplex located on Paonia’s 3rd Street should never have been approved, according to a former town trustee and P&Z member, who alleges the building’s front steps do not comply with code, and that the drop off at the sidewalk edge and parking issues create public safety hazards. The duplex is part of the two-unit commercial building at 237 and 239 Grand Ave., owned by Treehouse Properties LLC, according to Delta County property records, and occupied by DC Hawkins Insurance and Heart of the Dragon. The duplex was approved under Section 16-3-70 of the town zoning code, which permits by right the addition of dwelling units in zones C-1 and C-2, secondary to use of a business. The zoning section, which previously required dwellings secondary to a business use in C-1 and C-2 districts to undergo a special review process, was amended by the board by a 4-2 vote in August 2016. Then town manager Jane Berry said the amendment would allow businesses to have a residence in their commercial property “to assist them in sustaining their business” and “would eliminate the existing cumbersome and expensive requirement of a Special Review application and process for dwelling units as a part of a business use.” Because the issue was not on the agenda — which Foster said he’d attempted to do, but was ignored, Mayor Charles Stewart limited discussion, and gave Knight an opportunity to respond. “Unfortunately, there are many inaccuracies to Mr. Foster’s statement,” said Knight. Because the duplex is tied to the corner property, no special review was required. The duplex was formerly an office and residence, said Knight. Once the board changed the code in 2016, residential as a secondary use was allowed. “At the time this approval happened it was within the administrator’s purview.” Stewart received no response when suggesting that trustees motion to have the issue placed on a future agenda.

Jillian Sutherland from Community Builders organization introduced the half-day workshop at Memorial Hall in Hotchkiss on April 23. The audience represented the full spectrum of valley residents: retail business owners, representatives from Region 10, DCED members, chamber members from the surrounding towns, mayors, trustees and interested citizens. Community Builders focuses on the infrastructure that supports the healthy economic development of Colorado towns and cities. Sutherland compared the planning of community downtown areas to the cultivation of successful gardens. Diversity, accessibility and aesthetics all contribute to a productive garden, just as these elements create a thriving social, business and cultural milieu. Data support the need to create walkable downtown areas. Having an attractive business area that encourages foot traffic not only contributes to successful business, but also to the overall health of residents. According to studies, shoppers who arrive on foot or bike spend “25 percent more at businesses per month than do those arriving by car.” Property values also increase in proportion to walking and biking accessibility. Jim Charlier of Charlier Associates spoke next. His firm is a transportation design company specializing in designing successful community spaces which increase mobility, creating thoroughfares that support the social environment that they access.

social settings. This is not to dismiss the need for trees, smooth pavements, public art and attractive storefronts. These details are equally important parts of the mix, he stresses. With these heady directives in mind, the approximately 60 participants broke into groups and took a short tour of downtown Hotchkiss. They paid close attention to the traffic flow and parking design of Bridge Street. Afterward they shared their observations about the shortcomings or strengths of their respective towns. The presentation gave everyone a great springboard for future developments in their communities. Hotchkiss received a $3,000 grant from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment for hosting the workshop. This money will be used for a Quick Start project, which is still under discussion. Anyone interested in the vision for Colorado downtown streets can find information at community builders.org.

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down growth data, were also recognized. Additionally, third grade students who took the state test for the first time, as well as fourth grade students who took the social studies exam and fifth grade students who took the science exam cannot be recognized for growth, because the state only has one year of data. Students who demonstrated high growth in English Language Arts (ELA) and received a red Eagle Tag this year were (growth percentage in parenthesis): Cooper Booth (65), Zariah Dennison (84), Mason Kenniger (98), Avery Kinser (97), Lily Lowe (97), Raelee Meyers (98), Abby Roberts (69), Jasmine Vasquez (98), Taylor Wist (99), Peyton Armstrong (94), Landon Cook (83), Caleb Ferguson (79), Joel Frazier (83), Austin Funk (84), Mario Gamma (69), Heidi Johnson (70), Connor Kinser (98), Giovanna Luna (90), Cameron McCann (71), Jilli Mills (92), Izzy Pack (81), Edwin Pantoja-Torres (86), Ryaunna Rhoades (75), Michael Roach (75), Contessa Sprinkle (68), Sara Washburn (77), Kohen Booth (88), Mariah Callen (72), Marcos Camacho (99) Elle Deja Connolly (94), Chance Degraffenried (80), Ella Eves (99), Ember Ferguson (70), Ryder Hart (96), Deonte Huff (96), Avi Maya (83), Alissa McCollum (68), Sheldon Nichols (89), Josiah Peters (78), Emily Reedy (79), James Roach (77), Marty Roach (95), Alex Simpson (98), and Kelly Thliveris (91). Students who demonstrated high growth in math and received a black Eagle Tag were (growth percentage in parenthesis): Lane Arterburn (68), Brylan Cotton (84), Avery Kinser (81), Raelee Meyers (84), Angel Montes (70), Charlie Taylor (76), Jasmine Vasquez (77), Skylar Anderson (93), Peyton Armstrong (99), Landon Cook (67), Caleb Ferguson (95), Joel Frazier (87), Austin Funk (93), Mario Gamma (88), Brooke Harding (70), Heidi Johnson (89), Elias Keil (74), Connor Kinser (65), Gracelynn Lubin (97), Killian Mazon (96), Izzy Pack (99), Edwin Pantoja-Torres (80), Sara Washburn (87), Dennis White (65), Lane Allen (79), Marcos Camacho

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Sixth grade recipients pictures, with PES Principal Sam Cox include, from the left: back — Peyton Armstrong, Contessa Sprinkle, Skylar Anderson, Austin Funk, Edwin Pantoja-Torres, Connor Kinser, Killian Mazon, and Giovanna Luna; middle — Landon Cook, Michael Roach, Mario Gamma, Jilli Mills, Gracelynn Lubin, Brooke Harding, and Caleb Ferguson; front — Elias Keil, Dennis White, Sara Washburn, Izzy Pack, Heidi Johnson and Joel Frazier.

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Fifth grade recipients pictured with Principal Sam Cox include from the left: back — Charlie Taylor, Lane Arterburn, Taylor Wist, Lily Lowe, Jasmine Vasquez, and Avery Kinser; front — Cooper Booth, Angel Montes, Mason Kenniger, Zariah Dennison and Brylan Cotten. (99), Chance Degraffenried (75), Ella Eves (80), Ryder Hart (88), Dylan Kasper (96), Jose Mojarro (75), Sheldon Nichols (77), Josiah Peters (71), Nayeli Sanchez (85), and Alex Simson (75). PES believes that if you focus on growth, achievement will take care of itself. To that end, PES does recognize those that exceed expectations in any CMAS subject area, but it is important to note that all PES students fourth through sixth grade who exceeded expectations in ELA or math also demonstrated high growth in those subjects. The students recognized for exceeding expectations in ELA were: Riley Abney, Zariah Dennision, Avery Kinser, Lily Lowe, Jasmine Vasquez, Taylor Wist, Joel Frazier, Giovanna Luna, Jilli Mills, Izzy Pack, Lane Allen, Mariah Callen, Elle Deja Connolly, Ella Eves, Ryder Hart, Josiah Peters and

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Service Saturday scheduled A Little Help in the North Fork Valley is having a Service Saturday! on Saturday, May 4. If you are a member of A Little Help or even think you might want to try it out, call 970-5273482 to sign up. Volunteers will come help you with spring cleaning and spruce-up whatever that might be. There is no charge for this service. Call 527-3482 to sign up to participate as a volunteer. Volunteers will meet at Apple Valley Park pavilion at 8 a.m. to get organized over coffee and pastries. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions about A Little Help or about how a Service Saturday! works, contact Randy Campbell at 970-260-0106 or rcampbell17440@gmail. com.

the number of recipients increases by grade level, which is another solid sign of growth. The PES Eagle Tags for the 22 current seventh grade students were sent up to Paonia Junior/Senior High School.

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A1C Ezra Russell U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ezra Russell graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. A1C Russell completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Russell graduated as part of the Top Academic Flight and his flight earned the BEAST (Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training) Excellence Award. A 2018 homeschool graduate from Paonia, Russell is the son of Paul and Paula Russell of Paonia.

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The Hotchkiss Elks Lodge recognized Will Ela for his outstanding academics and athlete achievements, as well as his leadership at Hotchkiss High School this year at a dinner on April 22. Pictured with Will are his parents Steve and Rebecca Ela and exalted ruler Chery Gordon.

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Bulldogs sweep two games over rival Paonia BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

For the second consecutive season, the Hotchkiss Bulldogs will claim the 2A District 3/5 title by virtue of a conference win over rival Paonia. Played last Thursday in the first game of a two-game series, the Bulldogs scored five runs in the bottom of the sixth to secure the 8-1 win. Bulldogs ace pitcher Presley Pene allowed one hit, struck out four and walked four, striking out his final four at bats and ending the game one pitch shy of his 110-count limit. Of the 26 batters faced, Pene threw 17 first-pitch strikes. “I’m so proud of this team,” said head coach

Blake Carlquist. Paonia’s only run, by Grey Neal, came in the top of the first inning. Pene “struggled the first inning to find the zone,” said Carlquist. Paonia ended the inning on a costly error, and with the bases loaded. Pene “made the adjustment between innings. He did what he had to do,” said Carlquist. The left-handed senior gave up one hit in the sixth inning off the bat of senior Soul Connolly. “I know it’s a big game,” said Pene. “It’s always the rivalry game of the year. I knew I had to give my team my all.” The Bulldogs’ six hits came off of Pene, Yahir Chavez (2B), Parker Pene, Brian Gonzalez

(2B), Marvin Guereque and Will Scarlett. Soul Connolly, who allowed three runs on four hits and struck out nine, was given the loss. Also a lefty, “He’s a good pitcher,” said Carlquist. Pene said the entire team was confident of a win heading into the game, “but we didn’t want to overlook them, because we know Paonia’s always tough and they always come out and give us a run for our money.” The Dogs’ defense “made some huge plays,” said Carlquist. Guereque “made two great plays” at shortstop, both groundouts, and freshman outfielder Colson Hollombeak “made a huge catch” on a line drive to

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Shortstop Marvin Guereque makes a diving catch to hold Grey Neal second base in the ﬁrst inning of last Thursday’s conference game between rivals Hotchkiss and Paonia.

right field off the bat of of the second. David Lozano in the top The Dogs scored a run in third, fourth and fifth innings and were leading, 3-1, at the top of the sixth when Jesus Macias, Pene, Guereque, freshman Parker Pene and Scarlett scored runs. Pene retired Paonia’s last four at-bats. Going into the final innings, said Pene, “Coach said to keep grinding them, keep working as hard as we can.” “We were pretty focused,” said Guereque, who had two assists and two putouts at shortstop. “It was fun, but it was sad because it’s our last home game. We were really focused. We played our hearts out and we got the W.” Hotchkiss carried its momentum into game two, played over two days due to a thunderstorm, scoring five second-inning runs to defeat Paonia, 10-3. Winning pitcher Brian Gonzalez threw five innings, allowing four hits striking out 10. Photo by Tamie Meck The Eagles jumped to a In game two, Bulldogs pitcher Jamison Yanish looks to first baseman Cooper Caudle on a flyout as 3-0 lead in the first on Paonia’s Grey Neal heads back to first base. The Bulldogs swept the two-game series, bumping Paonia earned runs by David out of the No. 1 spot in 2A District 3/5. The district tournament opens May 10 at Delta. Lozano, Neal and Con-

nolly. Hotchkiss had one out and the bases loaded with Hunter Bryant at bat when the game was delayed by lightning. On Saturday morning, Bryant opened with a single to score Guereque. With Hotchkiss at the top of the batting order, Carlos Lozano made a 1-3 double play to Connolly. The wins give the Bulldogs a 14-1 overall record. As of Monday they were ranked third in state RPI standings behind Front Range Christian (11-3) and Peyton (16-0). With one week of regulation play to go, Dolores and Hotchkiss are tied at 4-1. Paonia is now 3-1 and is expected to win its final conference game Saturday at Meeker. While the one loss was to Dolores, by virtue of the win over Paonia, the three-way tiebreaker and the district title will go to Hotchkiss. The Bulldogs will end the regular season Saturday at Sargent (9-4). The district tournament opens May 10 at Delta High School.

Delta’s 10-run second fuels big win Offensive burst propels Panthers past Basalt for 13th win BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Delta’s 13th win on the baseball field this season was greatly influenced by a 10-run second inning where the Panthers paraded 14 bat-

ters to the plate. In the inning, Delta had eight hits, including three doubles and five singles, with several errors by Basalt defenders contributing to a carousel of runners on the base paths. Both teams had a pair of hits in the first inning but no damage was done by either. Delta’s big second inning began with Gauge Lockhart reaching base on an error and Eli Farmer’s ground-rule

Delta nine fall to Palisade Delta remains on top of 3A WSL standings BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

The Palisade Bulldogs scored nine runs in the sixth inning for a nonconference 17-11 win Thursday. The Panthers had 14 hits and three errors in seven innings, while Palisade scored on 16 hits and two errors. Kolby Keller’s one hit was also his homer of the season, and Eli Farmer was 4 for 5 with one HR (his second of the season) and four RBI. The defense committed three errors. Pitcher Andrew Baier allowed three hits and four earned runs, walked

four and struck out five in 3.1 innings; Farmer allowed five hits and five earned runs with one K in 1.2 innings. Gauge Lockhart allowed seven hits and two earned runs and struck out one. The Panthers start the week at No. 5 in state RPI standings. They are undefeated and in first place in the 3A WSL following Saturdays fiveinning, 14-4 win over the Aspen Skiers. Lockhart was 2 for 3 with one 2B and one sacrifice hit, and Rowyn Carmichael went 2 for 4 including his fourth HR of the season. Carmichael was awarded the win, allowing three hits, two earned runs and throwing three K in two innings. Ryan Cooper allowed two hits, walked one and struck out seven in three innings.

double getting Lockhart to third. After that, singles from Colby Wilson, Nate Workman and Kolby Keller provided base runners and a pair of errors allowed Nolan Bynum and Rowyn Carmichael to reach base on errors. Lockhart hit a double his second time through with Farmer getting his second hit of the inning on a single. Caleb Miramontes, who struck out his first at bat, stroked a double and Wilson a single to account for the hitting from the Panthers in the inning. Delta added another run in the third on a Lockhart single. The Longhorns scored their first run in the fourth inning and added three more in the fifth but could not sustain enough offense with Delta ending the game with three runs in the bottom of the fifth for a 14-4 decision. Lockhart had three hits, including a double, and had an RBI to lead Delta’s batting numbers. Wilson had two hits in two at bats for two RBIs. Other two-hit days were recorded by Farmer and Bynum. Trevor Myers hit his second home run of the season and had a double to go with his multiple-hit day. Clayton Abila picked up the win, his third against no losses in 2019. Basalt’s Trevor Reuss had a double in two at bats to lead the Longhorns.

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Delta’s Ryan Cooper is safe on a close play at second during action from the Tuesday, April 23, contest against Basalt.

Bruins explode past Olathe in 3A WSL tilt BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Cedaredge’s baseball team hosted Olathe High School on Tuesday, April 23. The Bruins, second in 3A WSL standings, put together a nine-run second inning to power their way past Olathe, 11-2. Sophomores Jacob Brown and Conner Brooks had one hit apiece and each drove in two runs in Cedaredge’s six-hit performance in Cedaredge. Cedaredge scored its final run in the third

inning and the Pirates scored single runs in the second and fifth innings. Sophomore Trey Geyer was the winning pitcher with five innings of work, three hits, two earned runs, five walks and nine strike outs. Junior Simon Varela stepped in for the final two innings allowing no hits, no runs, two walks and two strike outs. In their 15-1 win Friday. April 26, over the Grand Valley Cardinals, the Cedaredge Bruins (811, 4-1 3A Western Slope League) baseball team

had 15 hits and eight earned runs. Sophomore Isaac Blair was 3 for 4 with one 3B and two RBI, Dusty Emig was 2 for 3 with two RBIs, a 2B and a 3B, and Conner Brooks was 2 for 4 for three RBIs. On the mound, Sean Dale struck out one in 1.1 innings; Emig pitched 5.2 innings, allowing one earned run, walking seven and striking out 11. Cedaredge was back in action Monday, April 30, with a visit from winless Aspen.

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Results from the Montrose Invitational BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

Results for Cedaredge (CED), Delta (DEL), Olathe (OLA) and Paonia (PAO) from the Montrose Invitational track meet, held April 27. Olathe and the four Delta County teams will compete this Friday and Saturday at the multi-league championships at Stocker Stadium in Grand Junction. Top eight female placers: 100-meter dash: 3. Alexandra Eaton (PAO) 13.38. 3200m run: 5. Grace Hall (DEL) 14:36.58; 7. Olivia Taylor (OLA) 16:18.42. 100m hurdles: 4. Remi Baldwin (DEL) 16.61; 5; Aspen Furubotten (CED) 16.91; 6. Baylee Harris (CED) 16.92; 7. Emily Tullis (CED) 17.38. 300m hurdles: 4. Baldwin (DEL) 48.93; 7. Furubotten (CED) 50.86.

800m sprint medley relay: 2. DEL 1:59.38; 6. CED 2:04.80; 8. PAO 2:14.29. 4X100: 3. 2. DEL 51.67; 3. CED 51.76; 5. OLA 53.62; 6. PAO 53.87. 4X200: DEL 1:48.63; 5. CED 1:52.71; 8. PAO 1:55.16. 4X400: 2. DEL 4:11.67; 3. OLA 4:27.18. 4X800: 4. CED 10:13.91; 5. DEL 10:33.85; 6. PAO 10:48.35; 8. OLA 11:22.70. Shot put: 3. Keely Porter (DEL) 36’--3”; 4. Reagan Clay (DEL) 36’-02”; 5. Sabrina Leighton (PAO) 33’-11.75”; 6. Nicole Miller (CED) 32’-09.25”; 7. Hannah Gardner (CED) 30’-07.75” Discus: 3. Keely Portre (DEL) 116’-05”; 6. Laura Galvan (OLA) 100’-10”; 7. Lauryn Kiefer (PAO) 99’-06”. Long jump: 1. Kaley St. Peter (DEL) 17’-01”; 7. Sadie Miller (PAO)

15’-05”; 8. Mariah Garcia (OLA) 15’-03”. Triple jump: 4. Poppy Lightfoot (PAO) 33’08.50”; 5. Megan Jenkins (CED) 32’-05.75”. High Jump: 2. Sadie Miller (PAO) 5’01”; 3. Kammie Henderson (CED) 4’-11”; 5. Sara Geddes (DEL) 4’-10”; 6. Hannah Sterns (DEL) 4’10”; 8. Baili Hulet (DEL) 4’-8”.

Top eight male placers: 100-meter dash: 6. Wyatt Camp (CED) 11.52 seconds. 400m dash: 1. Zach McMillan (CED) 50.75; 6. Emmanuel Ledesma (OLA) 56.13. 1600m run: 6. John Ames (DEL) 4:45.01; 7. Ethan Bartlett (PAO) 4:45.36. 3200m run: 8. Shad Lewis (DEL) 11:20.43. 110m hurdles: 5. Joshua Jenkins (CED) 16.60;

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Bruin Courtney Freeman signs letter of intent on April 25 to play basketball at Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely. Celebrating the occasion with Freeman, from left, are grandmother Lynne Sederstrom, stepfather and mother Ken and Kim Scheetz, father John Freeman, and NWCC head basketball coach Sherryl Klosterman.

Freeman to shoot hoops at NWCC BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

Cedaredge senior Courtney Freeman signed her letter of intent on April 25 to play basketball at Colorado Northwestern Community College Spartans in Rangely, where she will earn an associated of applied science degree in nursing from NWCC. Freeman will play under head coach Sherryl Klosterman. A 35-year veteran coach of women’s basketball. Klosterman drove from Rangely to attend the signing. A standout athlete at Cedaredge High School, Freeman lettered four years in basketball and

volleyball. She was named an all-conference basketball player her sophomore, junior and senior years, and was allstate honorable mention her junior year. As a senior, Freeman averaged 11.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game. She was one of 10 players named to compete in the Colorado Coaches of Girls Sports all-state team, was named to the all-state second basketball team by the Colorado High School Activities Association. To be one of 10 all-state players in the state “is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the type of athlete that Courtney

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has been,” said Freeman’s basketball coach Russell Coleman. CHS athletics director Brandon Milholland described Freeman as “a very happy person and a great leader,” who consistently worked out in the weight room and didn’t miss a single day of weights last summer. On the court, said Milholland, “This young lady wants the ball, and she’s not afraid to take a big shot.” “We’re looking forward to her doing some great things at the next level,” said Milholland. “She’s a tremendous example, as a leader, for all of us.”

7. Matthew Kasper (PAO) 16.81. 300m hurdles: 2. Ryan Imhoff (CED) 42.39; 7. Simon Cox (PAO) 46.45; 8. Hunter Jordan (CED) 47.24. 4X100: 4. OLA 45.22; 5. CED 45.33; 8. PAO 52.16. 4X200: 2. DEL 1:34.18; 3. OLA 1:37.07; 4. PAO 1:37.43. 4X400: 3. DEL 3:40.23.

4X800: 1. DEL 8:48.89; 5. CED 9:01.90; 6. OLA 9:04.11; 8. AO 9:53.97. 800m sprint medley: 3. PAO 1:49.52; 4. CED 1:51.18. Shot put: 2. Austin Crawford (CED) 41’5.75”; 6. Joe Bules (DEL) 37’-09”; 8. Kyle Schotten (DEL) 37’-1.5”. Discus: 5. Brandon Butler (DEL) 120’-04”; 8. Michael Hutson (OLA) 115’-09” Long jump: 6. Alex Barron (CED) 19’-0.25” Triple jump: 3. Joshua Jenkins (CED) 39’-0.75”; 5. Evan Baier (DEL) 37’01.75”. High Jump: 8. Brysen Harris (CED) 5’-6”.

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Joshua Jenkins competes in the triple jump at the April 11 Delta Twilight meet. Jenkins placed third in the events Saturday at the Montrose invitational and ﬁnished ﬁfth in the 110m hurdles.

Firor, Cochran earn gold at Clint Wells Invitational meet BY TAMIE MECK

High School. Senior Kaiya Firor won two individual events. Her 400m dash time of 56.32 seconds broke the 2018 meet record of 59.85. It also

re-set the Hotchkiss High School record of 56.34 set The Hotchkiss girls in 2013 by Jennifer Celis, scored 42 points to place which is also the current seventh Friday at the 172A state meet record in team Clint Wells Invitathe event. Firor also won tional at Moffat County the 100m hurdles with a season-best time of 16.42. Firor now holds school records in the 100m, 200m, 400m and 300m hurdles events. Karlie Egging took fourth in the 3200 (13:46.56); Vianney Mendoza placed fourth in the shot put with a seasonbest throw of 33 feet, 10 inches. In relays, the 400m team of Lottie Hollembeak, Adair Ela, Elsie Vasquez and Firor placed fourth with a time of 52.80; 800m team of Hollembeak, Ela, Indigo Miller-Barnes and Vasquez placed fifth; and the 3200m team of Mariah Griffith, Miller-Barnes, Katie Powers and Nadia Hill placed sixth. In men’s competition, sophomore Robert Cochran won the 800m run with a season-best time of 2:07.47. The 800m team of Cochran, Mordecai White, Oliver Mendoza and Micah Defield place third with a season-best time of 1:36.89; in another season-best performance, the 3200m Photo by Tamie Meck team of Cochran, Defield, Alex Eaton of Paonia competes in the 800m relay at Kenny Drbohlav and Saul the April 11 Delta Twilight meet. Eaton placed third Cortez placed fourth in in the 100m dash Saturday at Montrose. 9:14.76. Staff Writer

Trevor Myers is McPherson bound Senior Trevor Myers celebrated last Tuesday by signing a letter of intent to play baseball for McPherson College in McPherson, KS. Myers plans a business management study course while continuing his baseball career for the Bulldogs. Myers chose McPherson College for personal reasons. “It has the right hometown feel with coaching that showed they really cared about me as a player, but more as a person,” quoted Myers. When asked who influenced him the most in choosing McPherson, Myers replied, “The small town itself had the most influence by having a good school atmosphere.” In 15 games played this season, Myers has a .385 batting average which includes three doubles, two triples and three home runs for the Panthers. He has a .528 on base percentage and a .794 slugging percentage with 13 runs scored and

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Delta senior Trevor Myers ﬂanked by father Scott, and mother Tabatha, signed his letter of intent to play baseball and study business management at McPherson College in McPherson, KS. Delta head baseball coach Steve Reiher is pictured behind the Myers’ family.

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Webb scores three goals in Delta win Longhorns, Scott scored her second goal to leave the Longhorns ahead two After suffering a 5-1 goals to nil. loss in Durango last week, The Panthers appeared Delta High School’s Pansluggish in all phases of thers got back on track the game compared to with a come-from-behind the hustling Longhorns. 4-3 win over Basalt last Just before halftime, a week. contested pass from sophDelta’s usually stout omore Delphina Mira defense was missing for found a wide open Erika Kuta who nudged the ball goalward for Delta’s only score in the first half. Second half play was dominated offensively by the scoring of senior Missa Webb, who scored a hat trick of goals to provide the Panthers with a 4-3 win when the horn sounded to end the game. Webb’s three goals lead Delta statistics with a total of 12 for the season and puts her third in 3A WSL and tied for 12th in Class 3A scorers. The Panthers fired 15 shots on goal during the game with goal keeper Joslyn Carpenter defending Delta’s nets well in the game allowing three scores and recording six saves. Delta faces league foe Photo by Wayne Crick Sophomore Allison Godwin (8) passes the ball Roaring Fork (third place, ahead during an offensive threat against Basalt’s 3-1 and 6-4) on May 2 at 6 p.m. in Delta. Longhorns last week.

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much of the first half against the Longhorns during first half action with Stella Scott scoring the game’s first goal at the 38:00 mark. Basalt moved easily down the field with crisp passes and agility to set up Scott’s goal. Shortly after a defensive steal by the

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Shortly after this picture was taken, three more Basalt defenders converged on Delta forward Missa Webb to prevent her from scoring. Webb broke free of multiple defenders in the second half to score three times and boost the Panthers to a 4-3 win.

Photo by Wayne Crick Photo by Wayne Crick Delta sophomore Delphina Mira (center) sends a pass to a wide open Erika

Delta sophomore forward Arianna Nelson controls the ball near midﬁeld during action in the ﬁrst half of last Tuesday’s 4-3 win over visiting Basalt. The Longhorns’ Emma Day (19) and Caitlin Coon (2) await Nelson’s next move before taking action.

Kuta in front of Basalt’s goal. The pass allowed Kuta, a freshman, to score Delta’s ﬁrst goal of the game just before halftime, leaving the Panthers behind, 2-1. Missa Webb scored three times in the second half for Delta to give the Panthers a 4-3 victory over 3A WSL foe Basalt.

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In an annual ritual conducted to provide anglers with a unique sport-fishing opportunity, Colorado Parks and Wildlife sent 3.1 million kokanee fingerlings to Blue Mountain Reservoir on the evening of April 24. After hatching at the Roaring Judy Hatchery north of Gunnison last fall, the fingerlings were released from the hatchery raceways into the East River as they are every year. The young kokanee move with the flowing water about three miles to the confluence of the Gunnison River; and then they travel another 20 miles into Blue Mesa Reservoir where they grow up. “The habitat for these land-locked sockeye salmon is spot-on at Blue Mesa Reservoir,” said Seth Firestone, hatchery manager at Roaring Judy. “There’s lots of deep, open water and there’s abundant zooplankton for the kokanee to feed on.” Kokanee taste excellent and CPW allows a generous daily bag limit of five fish and a 10-fish possession limit per license holder. But besides anglers, kokanee salmon provide an excellent food source for lake trout, some of which grow to trophy size of 32 inches or more. While many people fish for kokanee, a smaller but dedicated contingent search for lake trout at the reservoir. Kokanee fingerlings have been stocked in Blue Mesa by CPW since 1965, and the annual stocking from Roaring Judy

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Kokanee salmon ﬁngerlings raised in the Roaring Judy Hatchery upstream from Blue Mesa Reservoir were released last week. The release is one step in the life cycle of the salmon, which will mature in the reservoir and years later migrate up the Gunnison River where wildlife ofﬁcers will gather eggs and raise another generation of kokanee. has occurred since 1967. This year marks the 53rd consecutive year for the operation. In late summer, kokanee that are usually 3-4 years old follow their natural instincts and start moving back up river toward the hatchery where they were released. At the hatchery, staff spawn the fish and place the fertilized eggs in hatcheries. In 2018, CPW collected 9.2 million eggs, and sent about 5 million eggs to other hatcheries around the state. The kokanee spawn production is the largest from any reservoir in Colorado and helps supply 26 waters throughout the state. And here’s an amazing aquatic statistic: The 9.2 million eggs collected last fall came from spawning just 15,800 fish — 7,800 females and 7,800 males. “It only takes that

many fish to keep our kokanee program going at Roaring Judy,” Firestone said. Water conditions at Blue Mesa should be much better than last summer when the reservoir was drawn down to just 30 percent of full pool. Water managers are

predicting that, thanks to the winter’s abundant snow fall, the reservoir will fill to 70 percent. The prime time for kokanee fishing is normally from mid-June to late-July. For more information about Colorado’s fisheries, go to: https:// cpw.state.co.us/.

Blue Mesa now open for boating It has been a long winter, with thick ice covering Blue Mesa Reservoir, but the ice is now mostly gone and on Saturday, April 27, Elk Creek boat ramp opened. The boat ramp and inspection station hours will be 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. The ramp is currently limited to one lane due to low water levels. Courtesy docks will be available,

but boat slips are not yet open. Lake Fork and Iola ramps will open when water levels rise to the point where boat launching can be safely accommodated. Beginning May 16, ramps will be open 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Ramp openings are dependent on lake levels and safe launching conditions.

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OC survey highlights land use, nuisances BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

How does Orchard City uphold its values while addressing citizen concerns? This was the main question voiced Thursday, April 25, at a joint session to discuss the Visual Preference Survey conducted in March. OC is known for small government, no zoning, no local sales tax or property taxes, and a quality central water system. However in the last several years pressure has increased for the town to consider developmental needs such as zoning concepts, capital improvements and a nuisance ordinance. In 2018 the town learned there may be some options available to help clean up brownfields, which contribute to the community outcry. Now the town is discussing its vision and future with an eye on addressing citizen concerns. One of the first steps was through this Visual Preference Survey, which took place in March and featured “Public Meeting Unleashed” boards placed in six different locations throughout Orchard City. Respondents ranked seven categories and corresponding images (land use, job opportunities, building design, streets and lighting, walkability, things to do, places to go) on a scale with one being most desirable.

Trustees and the planning commission gathered at the joint session to hear TJ Dlubac of Community Planning Strategies present the final draft report and recommendations. “This report itself does not give any definitive results or clear guidance but more takes the results into context and evaluates efforts that could be undertaken,” said Dlubac. Essentially the intent of the survey was to offer input to help guide next efforts. Dlubac pointed out that due to the low number of responses the results couldn’t be termed scientific but did indicate some clear trends. Only 1.16 percent of the Orchard City population, or 36 participants, gave feedback. Ten percent would have been a good response rate. Feedback indicated that open lands and vistas, agriculture and rural land use is most desired in OC. Not surprisingly, shopping centers and retail stores within the town ranked lowest. Responses also pointed toward enjoyment of hiking and trails and that these could be expanded for multiple uses. Based on the results, Dlubac suggested an amphitheatre, which would promote the outdoors, and walking were the two strongest responses on the survey. Otherwise, OC SURVEY TO C2

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

Each ﬁfth grade student had the opportunity to shovel dirt for the three trees planted on Main Street in honor of Arbor Day.

Downtown trees replaced during Arbor Day planting BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

Main Street has three new prospector elm trees thanks to the help of the Cedaredge Tree Board and the fifth grade students of the Cedaredge Elementary School. On April 26, a special observance was held at the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center

First Saturday Art Walk and Flea Market to start June 1 BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

As a result of a meeting to discuss the First Friday Art Walk, this Cedaredge event has been changed to a First Saturday Art Walk and Flea Market, to start June 1. On Monday, April 22, about 14 people from various organizations met to discuss the best option for showcasing and promoting Cedaredge through an event like the art walk. Essentially the event will now become an extended walking circuit, with an addition of a flea market, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the first Saturdays of June, July, August and September (June 1, July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7). The meeting resulted from independent conversations on how to make an annual summer event series a better experience. During the meeting several people mentioned that for this to be a successful community event there needs to be more community effort. One issue in the past was responsibility falling all on one person. Now a committee has been formed to help distribute the tasks.

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Several ideas were tossed around between those present. Some people had suggested a farmers market at the event but it was quickly realized this likely wouldn’t work since the majority of produce isn’t harvested until July and this wouldn’t be a main driver of traffic. They also discussed having the event on a Sunday but since most businesses in Cedaredge aren’t open on Sundays this wouldn’t be ideal. Eventually the group agreed on keeping the art walk idea but extending vendor types. Several people liked the idea of a flea market, which would only build upon the area’s love for garage-type sales. Vendors could purchase a booth space, the cost of which is still being discussed. As of now, the plan is to ask businesses on the walking loop if they want to participate in the event by being open, contributing to the advertising efforts and engaging in the planning process. A walking map will be created of all the participating businesses to use for pre-advertisement and at the event.

The walking loop would be about a half mile long, from Main Street businesses to the AppleShed, then across to The Old Slaughterhouse. Tentatively the first of these Art Walk & Flea Market events will be held June 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Surface Creek Animal Shelter recently received a donation of 4B’s Brewery’s last beer and mentioned using the first art walk as an opportunity to serve the beer as a fundraiser. The group emphasized the need to advertise heavily, so citizens are encouraged to keep their eyes and ears peeled for further details.

for Arbor Day. Following the reading of a proclamation by Mayor Gene Welch and presentations the students helped shovel dirt onto the new trees which are replacements for ones lost last year. “Arbor Day is a special day set aside to celebrate trees both in the community and the forest,” said Jim Leser, tree board chair since 2010. He, along with other presenters, shared with the students some history of Arbor Day, fun facts on trees and their importance. The students also learned that 2019 marks the 25th consecutive year the Town

of Cedaredge has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community because of its efforts to beautify the area with trees. Students Clara Driskill, Jared Roberts, Tegan Ediger and Michaela Brennan read poems showcasing their appreciation for trees. These students were chosen by their teachers to share their work. “My very old friends, I love them so, my trees,” read Driskill in her poem. Arbor Day is currently celebrated in all 50 states of the U.S. and 40 nations throughout the world.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

For the 25th consecutive year the Town of Cedaredge has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community.

Surface Creek Seniors celebrate 90+ birthdays BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

On April 24, the Surface Creek Seniors (SCS) celebrated birthdays at the Cedaredge Civic Center for those in the community 90 years and older. Of the several dozen attending the usual community lunch, 12 were sponsored for their birthday meal by the SCS board, along with two of their guests. Food was made by the Senior CommUnity Meals program. These community meals take the work of several volunteers to collect payments and serve the food. The SCS is a board of volunteers which helps represent and advocate for the seniors, particularly with VOA. An ambulance crew was also present to take blood

pressure at the Senior CommUnity Meal. If not on call

they provide this free health screening every Wednesday.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

Senior CommUnity meals are served at Cedaredge Community Center on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. More information is available by calling the Cedaredge meal site at 856-3636.

Photo by Pat Sunderland

Marian Blanks and Wyatt Camp were crowned queen and king of the Cedaredge High School program Saturday night. Hannah Carlson was named princess and Zach McMillan was named prince. Rounding out the royal court were juniors Bre McGovern, Makayla Kehmeier, Shawn Dale and Caleb Berardi; and seniors Dalia Alejandre, Cameron Baldozier, Taj Van der Line and Peter Sandels. Rustic decor and string lighting transformed the school gym for the grand march.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

The Surface Creek Seniors (back row, right) sponsored a meal for citizens turning 90 years and older. One man, Howard Dean in the blue plaid, turns 102 this July. In no particular order, the birthday celebrants were Eldon Lyneis, Jack Bennett (not pictured), Odelee Thorton, Charles Brewer, Ether Brewer, Art Lindsey, Betty Meehan, Allan Arnold (not present), Howard Dean, Viola Ray, Trudy Tuebler and Marge Arnold. The SCS present at the meal were Renee Beck, Carolyn Goller, JoAn Hanson, Joyce Frey, Genny Stohler, Jeanne Palmer (not pictured) and John Loring (not pictured).

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Missionary to Nepal will speak at Cedaredge, Delta Methodist The public is invited to hear Katherine Parker, missionary with the ecumenical United Mission to Nepal, when she speaks twice at Community United Methodist Church in Cedaredge Sunday, May 5. Parker will speak during that morning’s 10 a.m. worship service and again at about 11:30 a.m. following an 11 a.m. potluck lunch at the church to which all are invited. That evening at 5:30 p.m., she will speak at the Delta United Methodist Church on the topic of human trafficking. Parker serves on the health team of the mission working with adolescent empowerment, including menstrual hygiene and sexual reproductive health and rights; maternal and child health; and with a program called WASH, which stands for water, sanitation and hygiene. The United Mission to Nepal, founded in 1954, works for community transformation in five

areas: education, health, hospitals, peace building and sustainable livelihoods. Parker, a missionary commissioned through the United Methodist Church, has worked in three remote villages in western Nepal since 2013. She is passionate about engaging community groups in participatory research about their environment and in a process of identifying and linking values to action. She believes that through telling the stories of their lives, and exploring stories of faith, people are better able to articulate their shared values so they can engage in collective action across

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cultural and other divisive barriers. Parker has been a missionary since 2007. Before serving in Nepal, she was in Cambodia with the Community Health and Agricultural Development Program of the Methodist mission there. She was a mission intern with the United Methodist Church from 20002003 serving 18 months each with the Asian Rural Institute in Japan and Practical Farmers of Iowa. A native of California, Parker is the fifth generation in her family to serve through the Methodist/United Methodist Church. She holds bachelors and masters degrees in biology from Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California, and California State University in Sacramento, respectively. Her masters thesis was on bacterial contamination of drinking water in rural Ghana. Community United Methodist Church is at the corner of NW 3rd Street and Aspen Avenue in Cedaredge. For information, contact Pamela Gubkin weekday mornings at Community United Methodist Church at pgubkin@cedaredge cumc.com or 970-8563696.

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The Cedaredge Senior Hikers enjoyed a social gathering and short hike near Cottonwood Canyon in the BLM land west of Delta last Wednesday. A hot dog roast and potluck were planned last fall, but winter weather arrived before that event could occur. With the beautiful spring temperatures, the hikers ﬁnally hosted their annual outing. Everyone brought something to share and their hot dog to roast. Twenty-three folks enjoyed lunch, followed by a hike up to the Cottonwood Canyon Rim. The hikers meet on the north side of Cedaredge FoodTown every Wednesday at 9 a.m. and usually hike at least ﬁve miles. For more information about this group, call Jude Kieca at 856-7331.

OC survey FROM PAGE C1 bringing in more things to do was not a strong desire. Dlubac pointed out the possibility of developing land use planning, or design guidelines/standards, rather than zoning. Taking the concept

Church hosts annual yard and bake sale All Saints Lutheran Church is holding a huge yard and bake sale Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4. The sale runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday. The church is located on Highway 65 one mile north of the Cory General Store. There will be items for sale inside the church

as well as a variety of miscellaneous and larger items outside on the patio. And the bake sale inside always has delicious treats! Proceeds from the sale will be used by the women of the church for their donations to nonprofit organizations, special church needs and activities. Call the church at 835-3667 for additional information.

of “what do we want the community to look like,” could be centered more around an “impact related standard” rather than requiring certain criteria be met. Overall, the recommendations seemed to focus on the fact that “regulation doesn’t need to be bad” but can instead set standards that are “not overbearing and reflect the desires of the community.” The meeting turned toward a nuisance ordinance, specifically when discussing how to deal with items like noise, light, and health and safety issues. Discussion concluded that land use and a nuisance ordinance are two separate things. “If you created a nuisance ordinance that identified the bare minimum of standards for health and safety, that’s a different tool than land

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use and zoning,” said Dlubac. Nuisances have been a hot topic for years and it’s becoming clear the town needs to move forward in dealing with these issues. However the main question that arises is how to enforce an ordinance while also upholding the values that make OC. The next step the town will take is mailing a community survey. This survey will explore more of the town’s future and vision which it could use to implement an ordinance for addressing health and safety concerns. Dlubac suggested using the mailed survey as a way to also gauge what citizens are willing to invest in. He recommended the town look into an economic analysis to understand how improvements to the town could be funded.

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Local riders attended a barrel-riding clinic held last month at Cedaredge’s Surface Creek Saddle Club. The clinic was conducted by J$ Land & Livestock, a family-owned business located in Delta. Owners, Jody (far left) and Jesse Shefﬁeld (checkered shirt), are professional rodeo hands who work with aspiring riders and their horses. For information visit their website: www.jmoneyhorses.com.

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Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center and Delta County Libraries present “Voices of the Western Slope,” a series of entertaining, engaging, and informative presentations on noteworthy topics of the Western Slope. In May, Gary Thompson and Joshua Lively will present “Mosasaur Discovery,” a ﬁrsthand account of the discovery of the fossilized remains of a 35-foot mosasaur near Cedaredge. Thompson discovered the remains in 1975 as a 15-year-old boy and Lively, a grad student from the University of Texas, has studied the remains. Thompson and Lively will tell their unique stories and share interesting information about the mosasaur. In addition, Rob Gaston of Gaston Designs in Fruita will bring castings of the skeleton for attendees to view. This presentation takes place Thursday, May 14, at 7 p.m. at the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center. There is a recommended donation of $10 at the door to cover presentation costs.

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