Delta County Independent, May 2, 2012

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MAY 2, 2012 VOL. 129, NO. 18

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Ward Creek wildfire points to high risk

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Emergency management agencies across the Western Slope and in Delta County are worried about the high risk of wildland fire this year.

Illustrating their concern is a fire that occurred April 11 along the brushy banks of Ward Creek west of Cedaredge.

A fire there burned several hundred square yards of undergrowth along the creek.

Responding firefighters from the Cedaredge Volunteer Fire Department put the fire out only a short time before afternoon high winds began whipping up the canyon, an eyewitness told the DCI. The blaze occurred about a quarter mile from the mouth of Colby Canyon, one of the highest risk wildland fire areas identified in the county community fire protection plan.

The fire was close enough to overhead power lines to char them. It involved a large cottonwood tree growing near the lines. The tree fell, making contact with the lines

which was apparently the fire’s cause, explained Kevin Walker fire chief.

The incident may have been a near miss for firefighters and incident commanders.

But it points up the vigilance needed to prevent wildland fire and the dangers to property in the urban-wildland

interface zone.

Delta County’s emergency manager Rob Fiedler says that homeowners can find information, and possibly grant funds, for creating defensible space around their homes. Those interested may call Lilia Coulter at the West Region Wildfire Council, 729-

1418.

Sheriff Fred McKee advises extreme caution. “We could see a burn ban fairly early this year,” McKee said. “Call the burn line, 399-2955, before deciding to initiate an agriculture burn. Other open burning requires a permit from

the state.”

The Montrose Interagency Fire Management Unit combines resources of the Forest Service, BLM and National Park Service for preventing and combating wildland fires. “Current local fuel and WILDFIRE RISK TO A3

Local Democrats gather for luncheon

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

About 60 Democrats gathered for the party’s annual Jefferson-Jackson luncheon Saturday, April 28, at Westminster Hall in Delta. While enjoying a lunch catered by C&J’s Cafe, party members heard from several candidates including Sal Pace, candidate for Congressional District 3; Mille Hamner, candidate for House District 61; and Jessica Garrow, candidate for

CU regent. State Senator Gail Schwartz had planned to attend the event but was not feeling well.

Rick Palacio, the chairman of the Colorado Democratic Party, opened the luncheon by outlining the steps needed for Democratic candidates to succeed in the November election.

“This is not the bluest county in Colorado,” he commented. For that reason it is imperative for local Democrats to make sure they and all their neighbors are registered to vote, then follow up in November by making sure they and all their neighbors cast their ballots.

Palacio acknowledged that Democrats had high expectations when Barack Obama was elected president. While some may be disappointed in DEMOCRATS TO A3

Quick response by the Cedaredge Volunteer Fire Department kept this blaze that occurred April 11 along Ward Creek from burning more than a few hundred square yards of undergrowth.

Delta County’s growth projections questioned

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Photo by Pat Sunderland

Prom time With the Delta High School gym decked out for prom Saturday night, the stage was set for a dance that brought together senior citizens from throughout Delta County.

Above, Rita Iler and Richard Rogers dance to music selected by DJs Kurt Clay and Gregg Hawkins, DHS principal and assistant principal. A number of student organizations also assisted with the event, which was hosted

by Delta High School and Delta County Senior Resource Council. Each senior received a corsage or boutonniere and had their photograph taken. Door prizes and refreshments rounded out a special afternoon.

Population growth projections of up to 3 percent annually haven’t been heard in Delta County since 2006-07.

But, now those projections are back, and local officials have questions about them.

A representative of the Colorado State Demographer’s office speaking in Delta on April 27 forecast 3 percent annual growth for Delta County in the current decade.

That rate of growth will raise the county’s population from 30,885 to 41,311 by 2020, said Elizabeth Garner.

But, according to comments from local government officials at the session, the state’s projections need some revision where Delta County is concerned.

A significant net decrease in the county school enrollment for 2011-12 indicates a population loss here. If so, that loss is likely to keep future growth, in absolute numbers, below the state’s projections, Garner was told.

A second question involved the future of North Fork Valley coal mines in light of anti-

carbon, anti-coal agendas.

Garner said that she would go back to work on a revised county growth scenario for county government officials that accounts for possible loss of coal mining jobs.

Projections of future growth are never more than educated guesses. They involve collecting data on the past, forming a picture of the present, and then projecting various trends into the future. Forecasts rarely hit the mark.

But in the process of gathering data, forecasters unearth insights about the state of communities which anyone can then use to gauge their own view, and even use to make their own “guesstimates” about the future. Data that Garner presented to her Delta audience included the following points, many gathered from Census 2000 and Census 2010: • From 2000 to 2010, the county’s population increased by 11 percent. Within that 11 percent growth overall, the Hispanic population grew by 37 percent and the over 45year-old population increased by 50 percent.

• Household size in the county decreased from 2.43 persons to 2.38, which is below the state average.

• Delta County has a higher portion of people over age 65 than the state average.

• The percentage of county households with children dropped from 28 percent to 24 percent, and there was also a decline in absolute numbers.

• Non-family households are growing far faster than family households.

• The number of people age 65 and older who live alone grew by 19 percent.

• Delta County attracts an above average number of retirees. The county has a large segment of aging baby boomers.

• From 2000 to 2010, Colorado’s population grew by 1.7 percent. During the same period the ages 55 to 64 segment grew by 6.1 percent.

• By 2030, Colorado’s age 65-and-older population will be 1.2 million persons larger than it was in 1990.

• Delta County’s age 65and-older population will increase from 6,100 to 8,400 in this decade.

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Walk on a team for the Delta County Relay for Life and help in the fight to triumph over cancer. The annual event will be held June 29 at the Delta High School track. Relayers walk all night and raise funds for cancer research and local patient services. Visit DeltaRelayforLife.com for more information or to sign up.

Last year, 101 participants formed 24 relay teams to raise $1,330 for the American Cancer Society.

Congressman Scott Tipton and Colorado’s U.S. Export Assistance Center have teamed up to put on a an export forum in western Colorado with international trade experts from the federal government and other industries to assist small businesses with export opportunities. The event will be held at the Grand Junction Business Incubator, 2591 Legacy Way, from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 3. RSVP to jeff.small@mail.house.gov or 202225-1405. There is no fee.

The Lazear Post Office, along with 70 other Colorado facilities under consideration for closure or consolidation, may have dodged the bullet, at least for a year.

On April 25 the U.S. Senate passed S.1789 addressing the immediate and long-term solvency of the U.S. Postal Service. Provisions were added by Sen. Michael Bennet and Mark Udall to help protect small, rural post offices, including a one-year moratorium on all post office closings and consolidations and provisions to give rural communities a stronger voice in closure proceedings. The bill will now be taken up in the U.S. House of Representatives where Bennet and Udall hope for quick passage before a May 15 moratorium on closures expires.

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LETTERS Gunnison Energy responds to letter writers Dear Editor: I recently read a letter to the editor by Ed Marston and Mike McCarthy concerning the proposed settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and Gunnison Energy and SG Interests. Because the letter was so factually inaccurate I feel obliged to respond.

The government settlement process provides for public notice of the terms of settlement and a period for the public to comment before the federal court decides whether to approve the settlement.

Gunnison Energy welcomes all comment and supports fully the right of any interested person to make their views known whether in support of, or opposition to, the proposed settlement.

But I believe that before forming opinions and making public comment, one should understand the facts and at least endeavor to evaluate the settlement based on those facts. The Marston letter felt no such constraint, and as a result it was inaccurate and misleading. While space precludes a full recitation of all the circumstances surrounding the settlement or a full response to all the inaccuracies in the letter, I would like to point out several significant facts.

First, the Antitrust Division investigated all the BLM lease acquisitions made by Gunnison Energy and SG going back to 2001. After a thorough review conducted over two years, it dropped its investigation — meaning that it found all the lease acquisitions to be lawful — into all the leases acquired except for four, all of which were acquired in early 2005, a full seven years ago. And while the division was unwilling to drop its investigation into the four leases, that in no way means that Gunnison Energy or SG did anything wrong. Gunnison Energy and SG specifically deny any wrongdoing whatsoever and no government agency or court has made any determination otherwise. Instead, the Antitrust Division agreed to settle any possible claims as to the four leases, and, because the cost to defend would have far exceeded the value of the leases, the companies agreed to settle.

Second, the letter writer seems not to be aware that the joint bidding agreement between Gunnison Energy and SG that gave rise to the Antitrust Division’s concerns was negotiated and signed on Gunnison Energy’s part by the very same former employee who brought a whistleblower case against

KUDOS Spaghetti dinner was a success Dear Editor: The two Destination Imagination teams from Lincoln Elementary School held a very successful spaghetti dinner April 28. The money raised will help the teams travel to global competition in Tennessee. Thanks to the following businesses and individuals for their contributions: Stacie Siennicki and the Sunflower Room, Dr. Sam Kevan, Stacey Brown and Rocky Mountain Hair Design, Nancy and Steve Green, Luu’s Nails, Master Sticks Works, Overholt Sheds, Nina Suzanne’s, Jackie Trueblood, Diane Dicamillo, Sandy York, Julie Dickensheets, Barnes and Noble, Kwiki Tire, Dennys Restaurant, Pam Anderson, Cally Gallegos, Cumbre Empresarial, Ken’s Pit Stop, Mile High Greenhouse, El Tapatio, Chili Pepper Pottery, Delta Pawn, Larry and Debbie Fandrich, Delta Band Parents, West Home Center, Shawn Becker and 1440 Design, Big O Tire, Napa Auto, U.S. Tractor and Harvest, Pam Wong, Renovators Warehouse, D’Medici Footwear, Pioneer Sand Co., Jill Jurca, The Garden Center, Delta County Independent, Peggy Dickerson, Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Ouray Silversmiths, Marla Cinnamon, Daveto’s, Great Harvest Bread Co., McKnight’s Jewelry, The Artist Michael’s Coffee House and Art Gallery, C & J Restaurant staff, Miller’s Deitch House, Lily & Rose, Delaine Hudson, Cooper Family Chiropractor, Doghouse Espresso, Tattered Rabbit, Tena Mikelonis and Sears, Amy Mock, Tara’s, Sue Reisman, 2nd Edition, Ocean Pearl, Dominos, Calloways, LeaAnne Dickerson, Upscale Resale, McNair Studios, Diane Condos, Dennis Shreeves, Delta Elks Lodge, Guthries Floor Covering, Taylor Byers, Renta-Center, Shears to You, Paul and Jennifer Abila, Pizza Hut, Hellman Motors, Papa Murphy’s, Target, City Market, Main Street Pawn, Walmart, Kommon Cent$ and The Beauty Shop.

Gunnison Energy and SG. This former employee stood to gain financially by making his accusations about an agreement he negotiated and signed.

Third, the letter overlooked that the agreements scrutinized by the government were in no way secret, but were transparent in every way possible.

Gunnison Energy and SG did nothing to hide their joint acquisitions and even filed documents with the BLM after the sales showing that the interests were being split between them.

The practice of companies and individuals acting jointly to acquire and develop oil and gas properties is common and accepted in this industry and has long been recognized to provide pro-competitive efficiencies that benefit all involved, including the federal, state and local governments who benefit from the taxes and by the area residents who benefit from the jobs and revenues associated with oil and gas production.

Finally, credibility is always an issue when you read or hear things like this. This issue is no different. As president of Gunnison Energy, I have a perspective that a reader should take into account.

Similarly, the credibility of the disgruntled former employee, who gained financially from his allegations about his own agreement, should be considered. So too should the personal biases of the letter authors who are known to have other motives which impact their views.

I encourage anyone interested in this issue to not rely on the misinformation contained in the recent editorials, but to read the court filings themselves and to ask questions of any of the parties involved if anything is unclear or more facts are needed. Then, if you have a view you wish to express, having made yourself well informed about what you are saying to the court, I encourage you to file a comment no matter what your position may be.

Brad Robinson President Gunnison Energy Corporation DELTA COUNTY

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Vote for yourself Dear Editor: Several years ago, I stopped by to view a piece of property for sale. I later entered into a conversation with the owner, a conversation that turned in a direction I did not foresee. The property owner told me this story.

He suffered from heart disease, however he was not able to afford medical insurance; in fact, he did not at that time have any medical insurance.

Then, he suffered a heart attack. Since he was not insured, and was not able to pay for a hospital stay, he elected to stay in his own home and suffer the attack. He did so, and he survived.

I have thought about that story many times. I have considered how fortunate I’ve been to have been able to buy health insurance. Although my health has been excellent, I would not have liked to go through life without access to a doctor and hospitalization should I need assistance. I have many times thought about my fellow citizens who are not able to afford medical insurance. Further, I have thought about why many of our citizen voters have issues that face them, and yet do not vote for themselves. That is, they might vote for a political candidate on a subject rec-

ommended by an interestbased political group, and they will not, or do not, vote for a candidate based on an issue directly and immediately facing them.

Let’s say, for discussion purposes, that a family has children either in college or soon on their way to college, and the family either needs student loans or grants in order to complete college training. Why would this family vote for others rather than questioning the candidates on their track record and their positions on the U.S. Congress proposal to increase, to double, the interest rate on college student loans?

Why does this family not vote for themselves, their benefit?

For discussion, if a citizen, or family, does not have medical insurance, why would they vote for others, and not vote for themselves when it comes to medical insurance? If a candidate for office would suggest a policy to repeal the federal medical insurance law, why would a citizen or family in need of medical insurance vote for others, and not vote for themselves? I could go on to many other issues and ask the same questions; why do citizens and families vote on the recommendations of interest groups, and not vote for

themselves?

Here is another critical question. For discussion purposes, let us assume that a citizen or family is out of work, receiving unemployment insurance and is about to reach or exceed the period of maximum benefit eligibility. Let us further assume that the U.S. Congress is considering a law to extend the period of coverage. Why would not a citizen or family ask a candidate for the U.S. Congress for their position and policy on such a vote?

Why would a citizen fail to register to vote, or fail to send in an election ballot by mail, if a candidate for U.S. Congress was up for election? I have voted in every election that I was able to since my year of first eligibility to the present day. Why is it that a voter with a need would not vote if their employer granted reasonable time away to vote?

The bottom line is, if you have a need, please do vote, and when you do vote, vote for you. Ask candidates where they stand on your issue or issues. And judge them on how they have acted in the past, rather on how they say they will act in the future. And please do vote.

Ken Brakken Delta County

State legislators are spending tax dollars freely Dear Editor: This past week Republican and Democrat leadership in both the House and the Senate introduced H.B. 1348 to move legislature services staff from the state capitol to the old attorney general’s office across Colfax Avenue, then remodel the state capitol to give all 35 state senators and all 65 state representatives their own offices. Currently legislators share offices, a concept which has worked for well over 100 years.

Earlier this legislative session, lawmakers passed H.B. 1301, which gave a 22 percent increase to the amount legislators could bill the taxpayers for their expenses. A state senator and state representative earn $30,000 for the 120-day legislative session (January to May) and are allowed to claim up $18,000 in expenses, known as per diem. Mileage that legislators drive is billed separately. After H.B. 1301 takes effect, lawmakers will be able to earn an additional $22,000 to offset living expenses associated with the job. A rural legislator will be earning well over $55,000 for 120 days worth of work — not bad for a part-time job!

U.S. senators and representatives earn $174,000 per year, as the job of legislating is considered full-time. If we multiply the Colorado legislative pay for a full year, then a Colorado legislator is actually earning around $165,000 per year.

Using creative accounting, it looks like the Republicans and Democrats in Colorado have managed to milk the public purse for their own financial gain. During the Constitutional Convention, Benjamin Franklin suggested public service should be voluntary and that only travel and living expenses should be paid to place a legislator in no worse position financially due to public service.

As the Colorado and national economies have been in recession and the official unemployment rate hovers around 9 percent, many families have been struggling to keep up with their mortgages, rises in cost of living, and gas prices. Yet, Colorado’s legislature gave themselves a 22 percent increase in expenses to offset the rises for themselves.

The audacity of Republicans and Democrats spending spree continues.

H.B. 1348 wants to remodel the state house to give

every House and Senate member their own private office. For the majority of Colorado’s history, the only working space a legislator had was his or her desk on either the House or Senate floor. At one time the entire Colorado state bureaucracy was housed in the state capitol building. As the bureaucracy has grown, slowly all the state departments have left the state capitol building, to occupy plush, elegant and white marble buildings which are located all around Denver.

Private offices for lawmakers only results in more government. When a lawmaker has his or her own digs, then they feel more important and as they see themselves as demigods, then they will demand more personal staff — aides, press secretaries, policy advisors, constituent services, et cetera. At the beginning

of this legislative session, the Republicans doubled the amount a legislative aide is paid (Democrats raised their staff ’s salary two years ago). Can Colorado afford such reckless, power obsessed practices in times of economic uncertainty?

In 2005 when I was an aide at the state capitol, the pay was low, legislators shared offices, food was provided by the lobbyists and the state budget was $12 billion. Seven years later, the pay has doubled for staff, legislators voted themselves a pay raise, remodelling the capitol to create private offices is being seriously considered by both political parties, and Amendment 41 nixed the coffee and bagels provided by the lobbyists. Oh and the state budget, it has grown to $20 billion!

Matt Soper Orchard City

KUDOS Thanks to a supportive community Dear Editor: I moved to Delta in 1973 to be with family who had come here from the Las Vegas area the year before.

By 1977 my family had all moved away, but I stayed.

Delta has since become my home; my five daughters grew up here and graduated from Delta High School.

Delta has been, and continues to be, a great place to raise a family, in large part because of the people in the community!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Delta community for its support of the fourth annual Jack Hawkins’ Memorial Scholarship Basketball Night, which was held at Delta High School March 29.

The chili cookoff was a huge success thanks to the efforts of Becky Strain and Robin Liston, along with the Delta Volunteer Fire Department, Delta County Ambulance Distict, Delta County Sheriff ’s Office, Wendy’s and Meadow Gold Dairy.

Local businesses — The Sunflower Room, The Beauty Shop, Rocky Mountain Hair Design, TLT Photography and The Kneaded Touch — donated items for the silent auction. DHS staff members Loretta Brattain, Leigh McLaughlin, Danielle McCarthy and Roger Hutchison also donated items. Cody Carlson of Colorado Beverage provided an autographed Troy Tulowitzki jersey for the raffle.

The Delta High School staff, student and alumni basketball teams entertained a large crowd as they showed off their skills on the basketball court. Winners of the Hot Shot Contest won pizzas donated by Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n Bake.

Shreeves Automotive, Kwiki Tire Service, Delta Ace Hardware, Beauty and the Bling, Sisson Feed and Ranch, and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Mangum (DHS Class of 1962) all supported the event with cash donations.

At the end of the night over $4,500 was raised for the scholarship fund. Since 2009, five scholarships have been given in “Big Jack” Hawkins’ memory from this fund; this May two more scholarships will be awarded to deserving DHS seniors.

Even in times of economic struggle, people come together to support a good cause. What better cause is there than supporting the youth of our community!

The best way to sum up my thoughts about the community of Delta is, “There is no place like home!”

Vicie DeLisle, Delta High School P.S. Thanks to Wayne Crick and the DCI for the wonderful coverage of the event.

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Hilltop’s Tandem Families Democrats PAGE A1 receives grant from El Pomar FROM the direction of the coun-

The trustees of El Pomar Foundation of Colorado Springs recently selected Tandem Families to receive a grant in the amount of $5,000.

The San Juan Regional Council recommended this grant “in recognition of the program’s continuing achievement in service to the people living in the San Juan region of Colorado.”

Tandem Families is a family-to-family mentoring program committed to establishing family mentoring for children facing challenging circumstances. The program recruits individual or family volunteers who mentor chil-

dren and their families in Delta and Montrose counties. Mary Kirby, Child & Family Services clinical coordinator says, “Mentoring promotes a brighter future while making a positive difference for youth and their family.”

Tandem (volunteer) families mentor children and their families.

Through this ongoing process, children who face extra struggles learn healthier social, behavioral, and emotional skills. The child’s family is also provided with support, parenting education and mentoring.

Tandem Families pro-

vides referrals to community resources and serves children and families in Delta and Montrose counties. This is the work that El Pomar Foundation is supporting through its generous grant to Tandem Families.

Community members are encouraged to consider making a difference in the life of a child by becoming a mentor. Tandem Families is always recruiting individuals and families to serve as mentors. For more information on becoming a Tandem Family volunteer, contact Mary Kirby at 240-1085.

try, Palacio assured party faithfuls, “We are on the right path because we are being led by President Obama.”

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Sentencing for Charles and Patricia Keune, who have been accused of mistreating their livestock, has been delayed while they enlist the services of an attorney.

At a county court hearing April 25, they were to be sentenced on one charge of cruelty to ani-

mals and advised of several additional charges related to other animals on their Redlands Mesa farm.

The district attorney had no objection to postponing the matter until July 18, since the Keunes no longer possess any livestock that might be adversely impacted by a delay.

Palacio then opened the floor for comments.

Several of those attending the luncheon urged the state Democrats to take a stance against oil and gas development, and specifically against fracking. Since not everyone would agree with that position, Palacio said it is not likely Democrats would box themselves in like the Republicans have done on several issues.

He referred to the Democratic Party as a big tent, where all viewpoints are welcomed and heard.

Republicans, he said, are the exact opposite. “They draw themselves into a small box, and that’s a dangerous political environment,” he said. “We welcome all positions . . . at a minimum, we’re com-

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mitting to sitting down and making sure everyone’s voice is heard.”

He elaborated on that topic when he responded to a comment about divisiveness within the U.S. “We can’t get anything done in this country unless we work together,” he said. Starting at the grassroots level, when a debate goes awry, “We need to put ourselves in check, start where we agree and build from there.

“It’s dangerous for us as Americans, not just as Democrats, to draw lines in the sand.”

During the luncheon, Delta residents Les and Ann Renfrow were presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award from local party officials.

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Rick Palacio, chairman of the Colorado Democratic Party, has visited 50 of Colorado’s 64 counties outlining the steps needed for Democrats to succeed in the November election.

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On April 26, representatives of the Japan Electric Power Information Center (JEPIC) and Kyushu Electric Power Company met with the Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA) to research the Colorado electric distribution coop’s community solar array program.

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DMEA’s renewable energy engineer, at a utility conference, Koichi Koyama of the Japan Electric Power Information Center, Inc. (JEPIC) scheduled the trip to Montrose for a detailed discussion of the economics of the community solar array as well as a tour of the photovoltaic (PV) array itself.

Japan Electric Power Information Center, Inc. (JEPIC) was established in 1958 as a non-profit association of the electric utility industry in Japan in order to meet the increasing needs for a systematic and sustained exchange of information with the electric utility industries in the world.

Joining Koyama in the research visit was Takahiro Immaru of Kyushu Electric Power, a company that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity on Japan’s southernmost island. Kyushu Electric Power serves more than eight million residential and business customers in the Kyushu region.

“We’re honored and pleased that programs developed by a relatively small electric co-op are of interest to representatives of major utilities in one of the world’s most technologically-sophisticated nations,” said Dan McClendon, DMEA’s general manager.

After the discussion and tour at DMEA, the Japanese energy experts toured BrightLeaf Technology (www.rethinksun. com), a Montrose-based manufacturer of concentrating solar power systems.

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Prayer gathering planned Thursday The 61st observance of the National Day of Prayer will be held across the country on Thursday, May 3. Locally, ministers have planned a National Day of Prayer (NDOP) rally at noon on Thursday, May 3, at the Delta County Courthouse. The rally will be held on the front steps and lawn at 5th and Palmer.

The 2012 theme verse is Psalm 33:12, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.” The mission of the NDOP is to mobilize prayer in America and to encourage repentance and righteousness in this culture. This event brings together many in the Christian church in unity for our country. It also emphasizes prayer for America and its leadership in the seven centers of power in government, military, media, business, education, church and family.

Community and business leaders, church members, home-school families and downtown leaders are welcome to attend this service of prayer for our nation and our leaders. Since this service will be held outdoors please plan for spring weather conditions.

Why do we pray? Our founding fathers called for prayer during the Constitutional Convention. In their eyes, our recently created nation and freedoms were a direct gift from God. During times of war presidents called this nation to pray. We are at war in Afghanistan and we are in a culture war of morality and values here in the United States. Why not pray since prayer definitely makes a difference.

May many Christians come together across this nation and at the Delta County Courthouse on May 3, the National Day of Prayer.

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business administration with a concentration in marketing. Drew runs his family’s multi-generation fruit orchard outside of Delta where the couple will reside.

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An elegant evening Brenda Suarez Gonzales and Bryce Markley were crowned queen and king of the Olathe High School prom last Saturday. As the school year winds down, seniors are counting down the days to graduation on Sunday, May 20.

Delta County Women’s Connection is hosting a luncheon with the theme “Happy Trails!” Friday, May 11, at 11:30 a.m. at Bill Heddles Recreation Center in Delta. The cost is $8 for lunch and program.

C&J’s Café in Delta will cater a lunch of BBQ beef sandwiches, cole slaw, baked beans, dessert and beverage.

Please make reservations by May 7 by calling 856-6446 or 856-4650 or emailing joyreu39@gmail. com.

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Kelli Marie Sanderson and Drew Alexander Broughton will be married June 30 in New Castle.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Bill and Debbie Sanderson of New Castle. A 2007 graduate of Rifle High School, she completed cosmetology and real estate school.

She is employed at RE/ MAX Country in New Castle.

Her fiancé is the son of Gary and the late Margaret Broughton of Delta. He graduated from Delta High School in 2001 and from Colorado State University in 2005 with a degree in

Donna Williams to be honored on 80th birthday Friends of Donna Willams are invited to the Hotchkiss Elks Lodge on Saturday, May 5, from

2 to 4 p.m. to celebrate her 80th birthday. She requests no gifts — just the company of her friends.

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The program features Andrea Erickson with a talk titled, “Piece by Piece-Just Like Humpty Dumpty, But . . .”

Erickson is a small business owner, mother of three, grandmother of eight and recently became a great-grandmother. Her journey has taken her from being very broken from childhood sexual abuse to being pieced back together “piece by piece.” She mentors adolescent girls who have been sexually abused and volunteers with an organization that works with juvenile sex offenders.

The Fisher Sisters will

present a country-western mini concert. Dottie, Marlys and Gerri truly are sisters who were born into a musical family and were guided by their parents in learning to sing together. They sing a variety of music including western, country, yodeling, oldies and gospel. Recently they got back together in a music ministry, which has been a dream come true for them.

Cowgirl attire is appropriate — hats, boots and jeans. Door prizes will be awarded.

Women’s Connection is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.

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BIRTHS Maria Baltazar and Usiel Cota of Delta are the parents of a son, Victor Ulysses Cota, born April 23, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces and was 20.25 inches in length.

VFW post, auxiliary elect officers

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New officers have been elected for Delta’s Lee Marts Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and Auxiliary #3571.

They are Dave Rowland, post commander; Lucy Orros, auxiliary president; Shawn Wright, post senior vice-commander and Ben Cole, post junior vice-commander; Caryl Rowland, auxiliary junior vice-commander; Jim Baker, post Photo by Hank Lohmeyer quartermaster; Sandy A changing of the guard has taken place in Delta’s Lee Marts VFW Post and Baker, auxiliary secretary; and, Paul Carter, Auxiliary #3571. It was a bittersweet moment April 30 at the Post’s Loyalty Day event as Linda Stahly, second from left, stepped down after 16 years as auxilchaplain. iary president, a post she had accepted from her mother, Ina Mick, who passed away April 5. Dave Rowland, left, and Lucy Orros, right, were introduced as the respective new post commander and the new auxiliary president. Stahly will become the state VFW senior vice president. Her husband, Mike, past post commander, second from right, is seeking office at the district VFW level.

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The annual event will be held June 29 at the Delta High School track. Relayers walk all night and raise funds for cancer research and local patient services. Visit DeltaRelay forLife.com for more information or to sign up.

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Fjord horses return by popular demand Vestafjell Lodge of Sons of Norway will have a special meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at All Saints Lutheran Church in Cory, 20101 Deer Creek Road, just off Highway 65. (Look for the Norwegian flag in the church parking lot).

After the lodge received many requests for a return appearance, special guests presenting the program will be Brandy and Elmer Ferganchick from Eckert with several of their award-winning Norwegian fjord horses.

Plan to attend for an “up close and personal look” at fjord horses, a small light draft horse from the mountainous regions of Norway. Norwegian fjord horses have an authenticated history of pure breeding for hundreds of years and are unique among horses.

Please bring a dish for the potluck Koldtbord meal. For information call 245-5649 or 874-4604, or check Vestajell’s website, www.vestafjelllodge.org.

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Hometown Heroes honored for 16th year

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Hometown Heroes are people who go to work every day and who are too rarely recognized for the work they do: helping to ensure the safety and well being of others in their community.

For 16 years, Delta’s Lee Marts Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and Auxiliary #3571 have set aside an evening once a year for a neighborly potluck banquet and to honor a few of the Hometown Heroes.

This year’s honorees

were found mostly among emergency services and law enforcement. A special honor went to Morgan Thompson, a student at Olathe High School.

Morgan placed first in the local patriotic art competition and is having her work judged at the state level. It is Morgan’s second consecutive year winning the honor. Second place went to Jacob Solseth also a second-time winner and also of Olathe High School.

The following people received the VFW’s Hometown Hero awards

on April 30: Charles Hufman, paramedic, Delta County Ambulance District; Officer Erron Fritchman, Delta Correctional Center; Trooper Brent Hilling, Colorado State Patrol; Deputy Daniel Cano, Delta County Sheriff ’s Office, detention; Deputy Andy Braslin, Delta County Sheriff ’s Department; Susan Kollasch, Delta County Dispatch; and, Officer Trent Hill, Delta Police Department.

Also receiving the honor was the Delta Volunteer Fire Depart-

ment as a unit, and Delta cue (DELSAR) represent- Austin Meyers, Kim Shea County Search and Res- ed by Kathi Marquez, and Ricky Granger.

Recipients of the 16th annual Hometown Heroes awards presented by Lee Marts VFW Post and Auxiliary #3571 are (front from left) Officer Trent Hill, Delta Police Department; Deputy Daniel Cano, Delta County Sheriff’s Office; and Morgan Thompson, Olathe High School. Back from left are Charles Hufman, Delta County Ambulance District; Deputy Andy Braslin, Delta County Sheriff’s Office; Trooper Brent Hilling, Colorado State Patrol; Austin Meyers, Kim Shea and Ricky Granger, Delta County Search and Rescue; Susan Kollasch, Delta County Dispatch; and Erron Fritchman, Delta Correctional Center.

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The City of Delta hosted its second annual “Night of the Stars� talent show Saturday, April 28. K-12 performers were divided into age brackets to perform in the categories of variety, voice and dance. Winners were: Ksenia Baimacheva, age 16 (9-12 variety); Raven Saenz and Alyssa Trujillo, age 11 (5-8 voice); Arla Nelson, age 16 (9-12 dance); Chelsy Reed, age 17 (9-12 voice); Elisheva Bosco, age 9 (K-4 voice); and Jacob Stucker, age 11 (5-8 variety). Below, a “Trio of Friends� performs. Pictured are Carly Horn, Ellia Carlson, and Alexis Newland, all of whom are 9 years of age.

The annual Delta Fine Arts Summer Exhibition will be held May 25 through June 22 at the AppleShed in Cedaredge.

The show opens with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m.

May 25.

The show is open to all artists and students on the Western Slope. Entry categories are oil/acrylics; watercolors; mixed media; pastel; drawing; sculpture/3D; photography/digital; and student.

Best of show will be awarded $250. For entry form, prospectus or questions, call 856-6460 or Laurae Welch at 856-2184 or lbwelch@wildblue.net.

The entry deadline is May 4.

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Auditions for Paint Your Wagon set Auditions for Alan Jay Learner and Frederick Loewe’s musical Paint Your Wagon, directed by Jane Pierrepont, with Nick Hoppner, assistant director, will be held Saturday, May 12, 2-5 p.m. at A Time to Dance studio, 1912 S. Townsend Avenue, and Monday and Tuesday, May 14-15, from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Magic Circle Players Community Theatre, 420 S. 12th St., Montrose.

Set in the late 1800s, this “gold-bustin’� musical focuses on the gold fever that consumes the lives of the lonely miners.

Needed are 20 or so male

actors/singers, ranging in age from 20s to 60s; four female actresses from 18 to mid-30; a female chorus of saloon ladies from 20-60 years old; two principal male dancers and two principal female dancers, with no speaking lines, from 18 to ?

Paint Your Wagon opens Friday, Sept. 7, and runs weekends through Sept. 29. Rehearsals are tentatively set for Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.

Audition packets are available at the theatre.

For more information, call 417-4018 or 9644379.

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Award of Harmony Jim Kerschner, left, receives the Award of Harmony presented by chorus member Rex Pierson. This award recognizes outstanding achievement in service to the community. Kerschner was selected for many reasons, including his work with Operation Sweet Tooth, public service via KUBC and support of local school sports. Kerschner was also presented with two U.S. flags, flown over respective capitol buildings, by State Representative Don Coram and Scott Streit, district director for U.S. Congressman Scott Tipton.

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Kids Wellnesscast™ Delta County May 2012 ❒ Seasonal levels of respiratory infections such as RSV continue to decrease with low-level activity expected. ❒ Decreasing occurrence of sore throat and pink eye expected during the month of May, with a slight uptick in ear infections likely during the same time period. ❒ Elevated pollen counts compared to previous years following a relatively warm winter are expected to result in increases in allergy-related symptoms in May. ❒ Seasonal asthma risk persists through May with an increase in activity expected. An Illness Watch™ for asthma in Delta County remains in effect with a high number of children seeking emergency treatment at Delta County Memorial Hospital expected to require hospitalization to manage their asthma in May. Ascel Bio forecasts that seasonal asthma risk will continue to increase through May in Delta County. ❒ Impetigo risk levels due to streptococcus and staphylococcus bacterial infections, including MRSA, expected to decrease through May. ❒ Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) risk decreases in May with low-level activity expected to persist. Childcare centers and early-age school classrooms should maintain vigilance with prevention measures. ❒ Food-borne illness activity due to Campylobacter and salmonella expected at low levels in May with an increasing trend anticipated in June as warmer environmental temperatures approach. Seasonal risk of exposure to foodborne pathogens remains limited; however, nonroutine outbreaks are possible and Ascel Bio recommends community vigilance.

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The second graders at Garnet Mesa have begun a unit on pioneers and westward expansion. After a day of classroom rotations filled with various pioneer learning objectives they ended the day with music and dancing put together by Mr. Siennicki, GMES music teacher.

Art Partners exhibit opens Join Partners mentoring of Delta, Montrose and Ouray in the opening of the annual Art Partners Art Expo. Art produced over the past year by interns and their mentors will be displayed at the AppleShed in Cedaredge. The exhibit runs from May 2-18 with an opening reception Saturday, May 5, from 3 to 5 p.m. Snacks and light refreshments will

Dr. Janet Moore of Delta Pediatrics, in collaboration with Families Plus and the Family Literacy and Resource Program, will be offering free sports physicals starting on May 5. The clinics are available to students who are uninsured or under-insured (high deductible or sports physicals are not covered in the family’s insurance policy). Clinics will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dr. Moore’s office at Delta Pediatrics in Delta. Additional clinics for sports physicals will be offered June 2 and 9, and Aug. 4, 11 and 18. Call 874-9517 or

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IN THE NEWS Hannah Watts, of Cedaredge was honored with the Outstanding Sophomore Anthropology Scholar for the 2011-12 academic year. Watts’s major is anthropology.

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be served. There will be a silent auction and art available for purchase throughout the exhibition.

Art Partners is a mentoring program for youth 12-17, matching art interns with local artists, artisans and craftsmen.

The young artists commit to a year so they may study with as many as four mentors in 12 months. The artist/men-

DHS Key Club helps feral cats Members of the Delta High School Key Club held a food drive this month to benefit the many feral cats in Delta.

The group raised $100 plus 40 pounds of cat food. The biggest donor was the DHS ASTRA club, which contributed $50.

Because of the great need in Delta, the cat food

donations have already been designated for specific cat colonies where cats have been trapped, neutered and returned to designated caretakers by CAWS. Anyone wishing to donate additional cat food is welcome to drop it off at the CAWS Adoption Center (formerly the city animal shelter) at 640 W. 4th Street.

Bill Heddles Recreation Center is offering summer dance classes and workshops for all ages beginning the week of June 5.

For grades 1-5, musical theatre, dance classes and dance workshops are available. A dance boot camp and drama class are planned for middle and high school students.

Adults can learn ballet.

Photo submitted Call Bill Heddles Recreation Center at 874- Kaitlyn Suppes of the DHS Key Club and ASTRA 0923 for a class and fee president Courtney Anderson display cat food donations that were collected this month. schedule.

“Teaming Up: Cedaredge 2012”

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DMS honors students

Contact: Russ Ooms at 856-3817 russooms@hotmail.com Deadline: We need to hear from you by Wednesday, May 9 to be considered for this project.

On April 25, Delta Middle School honored a select group of eighth grade students. They were recognized not only for their academic effort, but also for being independent workers, questioners, thinkers, challengers and believers. These students are supportive of the school and what DMS aims to accomplish. As students they brighten everyone’s day and they challenge staff to think along a different path, but most of all, they make DMS staff want to come to work every day to do their very best.

The eight students were named to the Hall of Honor and will have their handprint and name placed on a tile that will be mounted in the middle school hallway. Congratulations to the 2011-2012 honorees who have truly had a positive impact on Delta Middle School: Cruz Arias, Shanan Davey, Jade Mahaffey, Kory Mills, Mykayla Music, Kaisa Simon, Anthony Streich and Jamie Sutliff.

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Community Calendar Public invited to dance Wednesday, May 2 team’s night of worship TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CLUB MEETS, first and third Wednesdays of each month, 12:15 p.m., U.S. Forest Service, 2250 Highway 50, Delta. For more information, call Tom Condos, 874-6667 or www.toastmasters.org.

RETIREMENT DINNER HONORING DELTA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 50J EMPLOYEES, 6 p.m., Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education. RSVP to Marcia Hiller, 874-4438 by April 25. Hosted by Delta County School District 50J and members of the Delta County Unit of Colorado Retired Employees Association. DCRSEA members invited at a cost of $7 per meal.

CEDAREDGE TREE BOARD OBSERVES ARBOR DAY, 10 a.m., east side of Cedaredge Public Library.

COLLEGE AND CAREER DAY, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Delta-Montrose Technical College, 1765 Highway 50, Delta. Open to high school students, parents, job seekers and anyone else interested in college or a career.

FREE HEALTH CLINIC, Hotchkiss K-8. Free immunizations, wellchild checks and visits for chronic conditions for uninsured or under insured children ages birth-18. Application assistance for CHP+ and Medicaid also available. For an appointment, call Sarah, 874-9517.

FREE SPORTS PHYSICAL CLINIC, for uninsured or under insured (under insured = deductible of copay is too high or sports physicals are not covered.) Provided by Dr. Moore at Delta Pediatrics. For an appointment, call Sarah, 874-9517.

Thursday, May 3

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

Come early for hamburgers and hot dogs. This week progressive is 56 numbers for $293, blue is 60 numbers and grey is 56 numbers for $250. For more information, call 527-6252.

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

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

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

PUBLIC LANDS PARTNERSHIP (PLP) MEETS, Ute Museum, Montrose, 1:30-3:30pm. Public lands agencies update projects and issues that affect area communities.

May 4 & 5

DELTA UNITED METHODIST WOMEN’S YARD SALE, Delta Methodist Church, 5th and Meeker streets, Delta. Friday: 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m.-12 noon. Proceeds go to missions and the new Fellowship Hall.

May 4, 5 & 6

“TWIST AND SHOUT! A MULTI-MEDIA BEATLES SONG & DANCE REVUE/EXTRAVAGANA!,” presented by the Paonia Players, Paradise Theatre, Paonia. Friday: 7 p.m.; Saturday: 7 p.m.; Sunday: 2 p.m.

Friday, May 4

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS BLOCK PARTY and seasonal opening of Ollie’s Ice Cream, 5-7 p.m., Paonia Chamber of Commerce, 124 Grand Avenue, Paonia.

Saturday, May 5

DELTA HUBWHEELER SQUARE DANCE CLUB MEETS, 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Elementary School, 1050 Hastings Street, Delta. Mainstream dance with announced Plus tips and one Round between tips. Club caller is Larry Schulz. Cuer is Maxine Springer. Prerounds/instructions at 6:00 p.m. For more information, call Loren, 970-249-4858 or Gwen, 970-856-4157.

Cinco de Mayo (Mexican potluck).

STRUT YOUR MUTT DOG WALK-A-THON to benefit dogs and cats at CAWS shelter, 10 a.m.-12 noon, registration at 9:30 a.m., Confluence Park, Delta.

LINCOLN DAY DINNER, Delta Elks Lodge, $40/person. Reservations required by April 30: call Susan Keiser at 856-3649 (leave message) or e-mail reservations: askeiser@yahoo.com.

“EDUCATION UNDER FIRE” DOCUMENTARY, 7 p.m., Center for Spiritual Living, 658 Howard Street, Delta. Free admission for screening and conversation that follows. Everyone welcome.

For more information, call Debbie Doherty, 874-4970.

FUNDRAISER YARD SALE, 8 a.m., 432 Grand Avenue, Delta.

Fundraiser for Lincoln Elementary students travelling to Knoxville, Tenn. for global Destination Imagination competition.

JOIN MEMBERS of the Hotchkiss Chamber of Commerce Downtown Improvement Team, 9 a.m., Creamery Arts Center, Hotchkiss. Then plant flowers along Bridge Street.

PROM GRAND MARCH, 8 p.m., Hotchkiss High School.

PRESENTATION FROM SUE NEWCOMB, 1:30 p.m., HotchkissCrawford Historical Museum, 180 South 2nd St., Hotchkiss.

Sue recently donated a Victorian Dollhouse that she has worked on over the last 22 years.

Sunday, May 6

THE PRAISE HIS NAME! dance team and students present a night of worship,6 p.m., First Baptist Church of Delta, 1250 Pioneer Road. Free. Everyone welcome.

ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING of the Tri-County American Legion baseball team, 3 p.m., American Legion Post 97, 40772 Lamborn Mesa Rd., Paonia. (use side doors.) Program open to all levels of baseball players, ages 14-18. For more information, call Lee or Joanne, 527-3448.

May 7 & 10

“END-OF-LIFE ETHICS” PROGRAM, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 195 Stafford Lane, Delta.

Registration deadline: May 4. To register call, Hospice & Palliative Care, 874-6823 or Taylor Funeral Service, 874-9988.

Monday, May 7

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

AN AMERICAN CELEBRATION practice, 7 p.m. at Austin Baptist Church, 22046 Canal Street, Austin. For more information, call Marilyn, 872-3949. All singers welcome.

Tuesday, May 8

DMEA BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM, 12 noon, Orchard City Town Hall community room, 9661 2100 Road, Austin. Light refreshments served.

Thursday, May 10

ROGERS MESA MODERN WOMANS CLUB MEETING, 2 p.m., Rogers Mesa Community House (corner of Highway 92 and 3100 Road). For more information, call Lou Ann, 872-4816.

The Praise His Name! dance team and students invite area residents to a night of worship Sunday, May 6, at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Delta, 1250 Pioneer Road.

The dance team and

students ages 5 through adult will honor God through the presentation themed “Pure Bride of Christ!” The event is free of charge and open to the public.

Dancers will present

Documentary highlights ancient art

choreographed dances to popular Christian songs as well as Hebraic dance.

For more information, contact Praise His Name!

Worship Dance at www.

GivePraisetoHisName. org or 921-5478.

Energetic family show closes concert series From the wilds of Alaska, with a stop in Branson, Mo., the Redhead Express arrives in Delta on Saturday, May 12, to present their energetic bluegrass/ gospel/old-timey performance at the Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education. The 7:30 p.m. performance is sponsored by the Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association as the last concert of the 2011-2012 season.

The Redhead Express sound features a wide variety of catchy original songs, bluegrass, traditional, Irish, country, gospel and old-time music.

Add clogging and family fun comedy and you’ve got a must-see show! The nine-member Walker family showcases four daughters’ beautiful harmonies, and mom and dad’s vocal depth, backup and guidance. Three young sons also play and dance.

Their journey began when the family agreed to rent out their home in Alaska for a bigger dream — to follow their love of music. The Walkers sold their belongings, bought a 38-foot RV, a 27-foot trailer and a dog and headed south — the only direction one can go from Alaska. Since 2008

Strut Your Mutt On April 1, Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS) assumed operation of the Delta Animal Shelter. To celebrate the opening of the CAWS Adoption Center, grand opening festivities are scheduled Saturday, May 5, in conjunction with the 5K Strut Your Mutt dog walk-a-thon.

The 5k route includes a loop of the lake at Confluence Park in Delta and a side trip to a barbecue at the adoption center. The walk will officially start at 10 a.m. and will conclude with an award ceremony in the park. Prizes will be awarded for best costume, dog trick, pet human looka-like, and most pledge funds raised.

CAWS will also be collecting pet food donations at the starting line in

Enjoy Tea and Treats Lee Marts VFW Post #3571 presents “Tea and Treats,” a celebration of mom, spring, love and the USA. The event is scheduled Saturday, May 12, at the Delta Elks Lodge. A show featuring the Del-Rose Chorus of Sweet Adelines International begins at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance and may be purchased at the Finishing Touch in Delta or Gazebo Florist in Delta. Tickets will also be available at the door at a cost of $12.

For tickets or more information, call Jim Baker at 874-8172 or Linda Stahly at 8749203.

The event is a fundraiser for the post’s Veterans and Family Center.

Confluence Park, and at the adoption center (640 W. 4th Street) throughout the event. Donations of canned or dry dog and cat food, as well as kitty litter are greatly appreciated.

Anyone can participate in the Strut Your Mutt 5k, with or without a dog.

Pledge forms and event details can be found at www.cawsonline.org and several store locations around Delta County and area public libraries.

For more information, contact Alison LePage at 901-1628 or alison. lepage@yahoo.com.

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they have performed at the Dutton Family Theater in Branson and have been nominated for several awards including “Best Family Show.” They are now in the midst of a 20plus concert tour of the Midwest.

Audiences are wowed by the energy, maturity and skill level of the family. It’s exciting to watch instruments change hands and leads take turns. Seeing this family interact on and off stage is a rich, rewarding experience. The Walker family, aka Redhead Express, are doing what they love — together.

Pack the kids, grandkids, parents, grandparents and neighbors in the car and head for the Delta Center at 822 Grand Avenue, Delta, for this heartwarming family show.

Tickets may be purchased at the door at a cost of $20 for adults and $5 for students. A capacity crowd is expected for this concert, so single admission seating will not be permitted until 7:10 p.m.

New members who buy a 2012-2013 season ticket will be admitted free to this final concert.

For more information, call Bob Brown, 835-4480, Charlie Huff, 921-4142 or Sue Roushar, 249-9154, or visit www.deltamontrose concerts.com.

“Cave of Forgotten Dreams,” a breathtaking documentary from the incomparable Werner Herzog, will be shown Thursday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ute Museum to celebrate Colorado Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month.

The film follows an exclusive expedition into the nearly inaccessible Chauvet Cave in France, home to the most ancient visual art known to have been created by man. There is no charge.

For more information, call 249-6250.

Train to be a lifeguard Bill Heddles Recreation Center is offering an American Red Cross lifeguard certification class May 11 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Subsequent sessions will be held May 12, 19, 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $140. Participants must pre-register and be paid

by May 9. For more information, call 874-0923.

Church plans yard sale United Methodist Church of Delta is holding a yard sale Friday, May 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, May 5, from 9 a.m. until noon.

Proceeds from the sale of children’s clothes, kitchen and bathroom items, toys, furniture and more will go to church missions and the fellowship hall.

Norman Shetley to be honored at Delta museum The Delta County Historical Society is pleased to announce a public reception honoring longtime Delta resident Norman Shetley on Saturday, May 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Delta County Museum, 251 Meeker Street, in Delta.

Though Shetley was the museum’s guest of honor for a Pioneer Recognition Day last November, many have requested a second opportunity to chat with him regarding his World War II service in Europe, and Norman, as many are aware, is always eager to share his experiences.

At a time when so few former WWII soldiers are still around, Shetley can still narrate his story as a living history example of a true patriot. On the occasion of another Pioneer Recognition Day at the museum, guest of honor Norman Shetley is again being recognized for his service in the United States Army during a time of world conflict. Over 700 Delta County citizens served their country in that war;

85 of our county military service men and women did not survive.

From a teaching career in Delta, where Norman remembers teaching physical education classes in the armory, to his contribution to the Delta County Historical Society as a trustee for many

years, Shetley has left a proud legacy throughout the county. Please help honor Norman Shetley on May 12 at the museum.

On this occasion, museum admission will be free. Light refreshments will also be served.

Call 874-8721 for more information.

Plants, gardening advice offered Area garden clubs will be holding their annual Plant Fair at Pioneer Town in Cedaredge on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A large variety of member-donated plants such as area-appropriate perennials, house plants and annuals will be available at reasonable prices. Refreshments will be available for sale. Admission is free.

Master Gardner Susan Rose will present gardening information in the Stolte Shed from 10 a.m. to noon with a question

and answer session for shoppers.

Proceeds for the Plant Fair will be given to local charities including the food pantry and the Cedaredge Community Garden. The garden clubs pursue annual activities including maintenance of a garden at Horizons Care Center and Pioneer Town.

Clubs represented will be Friends and Flowers, Plant and Dig, Four Seasons and Rose Garden.

For further information contact Sue Stanley, co-chairman, at 874-8742.

Friday, May 11

CORN! by Craig Childs and Angus Stocking, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Details of their journey through madness and suffering in the monotony of an Iowa cornfield. Child care provided during event for $5 per child. For more information and tickets, www.bluesage.org.

BLACK CANYON FRIENDS OF THE NRA BANQUET AND AUCTION, 6 p.m., Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta. $45/person includes prime rib dinner. Silent auction, live auction and other prize tables. For tickets, call Patty, 970-210-0423 or Lisa, 970-778-3815.

OPENING RECEPTION for Hotchkiss High School and Willett’s Collection of Student Art, 6-8 p.m., The Creamery Arts Center, Hotchkiss.

Saturday, May 12

VFW FUND RAISER FOR FAMILY/VETERANS FACILITY, 2 p.m., Delta Elks Lodge. Music by Del-Rose Chorus; refreshments.

Tickets: from members of Lee Marts Post and Del-Rose Chorus, The Finishing Touch, Delta, The Gazebo Florist, Cedaredge for $10, 2 and under free. Tickets at the door for $12.

THE REDHEAD EXPRESS FINAL CONCERT OF THE SEASON for Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association, 7:30 p.m., Delta Center for the Performing Arts, 822 Grand Avenue, Delta.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 6 a.m., Hotchkiss Fire Station.

UTE TRAILS CAR SHOW, 9:30 a.m., Zack’s Restaurant grass field, Hotchkiss.

BAKE SALE/CAR WASH, 9 a.m., Cruise ‘n Clean Car Wash, 2nd and Main, Delta. Fundraiser for Lincoln Elementary students travelling to Knoxville, Tenn. for global Destination Imagination competition.

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

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TAE KWON DO - ongoing classes are held Tuesday and Thursday from 6:458:00 p.m.

HEALTHY BODY STRONG BONES - Adult Fitness Class on Tuesday/Thursday 9:0010:00 a.m.

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

TAI CHI/QIGONG FOR HEALTH AND LONGEVITY - On Mondays at 7:00 p.m.

Pay monthly or drop-in rate.

BOXING FOR KIDS - It’s back on Saturdays from 10:0011:00 a.m. Drop in rate.

GET STARTED AND STAY COMMITTED - (4) one hour personal training sessions to get you started on your workout routine.

BEGINNING LINE DANCING - Register by the month on Tuesday afternoons 2:00-

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4:00 p.m. or Tuesday evening 7:15-9:00 p.m.

HANDGUN SAFETY Saturday, May 12 from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

DOG AGILITY CLASS Friday, May 11-June 1 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

START SMART TENNIS - For ages 5-7 beginning Saturday, May 19 (4 weeks) starting at 9:00 a.m.

YOUTH TENNIS CLINICS - For ages 8-13 beginning Saturday, May 19 (4 weeks) starting at 8:00 a.m.

COMMUNITY EVENING DANCES - Music by Ula Vaun-Kirkman on Saturday, May 19 from 7:00-10:00 p.m.

HERSHEY’S TRACK MEET For boys and girls ages 9-14 (age as of Dec. 31, 2012) on Wed., June 6 at DHS Track.

Register by 10:00 a.m.

• ROCKIES SKILLS CHALLENGE - Wed., June 13 at Confluence Fields for boys and girls ages 6-13 (age as of December 31, 2012).

Register at 10:00 a.m.

Competition at 10:30 a.m.

• CARDIO PUMP TENNIS Fitness-Oriented Class held on Fridays, May 25, June 1 and 8 from 7:00-8:00 a.m.

Drop-in fee!

• PICKLEBALL DROP-IN CLINICS - 2 free clinics Tuesday, May 15 at 5:00 p.m. or Friday, May 18 at 10:00 a.m.

• CANYONLANDS BY NIGHT BOAT TOUR - Overnight Trip to Moab, Utah on Thursday, June 14 and 15. Call for details - register by June 6.

• ALIVE AT 25 - Next class Monday, June 18 from 4:309:00 p.m. Please register online at www.aliveat25.us.

• WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CLASS - Red Cross Certification on May 29-June 1 from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

• GENTLE FLOAT TRIPS - ESCALANTE TO DOMINGUEZ CANYON - On Saturday, June 2, June 16,

June 30 - plus July and August dates. Please register at least 3 days before each scheduled trip.

• SUMMER DANCE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS - Begin the week of June 5. Call for exact schedule and times.

• KIDS FIT CLUB - On Thursdays (4 weeks) June 7July 26 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Fun fitness activities for boys and girls ages 7-12.

Register by June 4.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING CLASS May 11 (4:30-7:30 p.m.), p.m.), May 12, 19, 24 & 25 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.)

Must attend all classes for certification.

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

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Kiwanis, Key Club support Kids Against Hunger project On Saturday, April 21, the Delta Kiwanis and Key Club teamed up with the Grand Junction Kiwanis Club for their second annual Kids Against Hunger project.

The event was held at the Clarion Inn on Horizon Drive. Six members or their families showed up to volunteer. They included Richard Simmons, G.W. King and his son Evan, Lynn Shirk and Doris and Anha Richards.

Evan King represented the Delta Key Club. During the district convention which was held the middle of April in Denver, Evan King was inaugurated into the office of lieutenant governor of District 7 of the Rocky Mountain District of Key Club International.

Denver Kids Against Hunger (KAH) teams up with organizations such as Kiwanis and Key Club to help purchase

the food and package it.

Each package costs $1.50 to make. When water is added, each package will feed six people. The meals were formulated to provide a rich source of easily digestible protein, carbohydrates and vitamins needed by a malnourished child’s body and mind. The food is distributed free of charge with 40 percent going to Africa, 40 percent going to Haiti and the remain-

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ing 20 percent going to local food banks. Those in attendance produced 325 packages or 19,500 servings of food.

Lynn Shirk, the Kiwanis advisor to Key Club, arranged for the Delta High School Key Club members to present four cases, with 36 packages per case, to Sandy Dombroski, drector of the Delta Food Pantry. The donation will feed a total of 864 individuals. Members in attendance were Evan and Sean King, Jon Shirk, Kaitlyn Suppes, and Ayasha and Alysha Richards. The students were eager to learn about the operation of the local food pantry and to see where they might be able to add support.

The U.S. Postal Service will be hosting its annual food drive on Saturday, May 12. Carriers bring the food to the food pantry and Key Club members are hoping to help sort and shelve food for them that day.

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Heavenly event Rory Liston and Morgan McCracken were crowned queen and king of the Delta High School prom on Saturday night. The royal court consisted of Conor Laws, Ethan Baier, Katie Kahrs and Taylor Zunich. The high school gym was transformed into an elegant setting that reflected the theme “Stairway to Heaven.”

Delta Middle School names Students of the Month

Evan King, Lynn Shirk, G.W. King, Doris Richards, Anha Richards and Richard Simmons volunteered to package food in conjunction with the Kids Against Hunger Students for the month project. A portion of the packaged food was donated to the Delta Food Pantry. of April are Rodolfo Contreras, Rhiannon Broyles and Aubrey Jones.

Mrs. Lopez honors Rodolfo for being an outstanding eighth grade student at Delta Middle School. He is very Thur., May 3 Tennis Regional Tournament at Canyon View; involved with the school DHS Band Concert, Performing Arts Center, (cross country, Destina7:00 p.m. tion Imagination, track), Fri., May 4 Track at Bruin Invitational, Cedaredge; Girls and seems to be friends

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Soccer at Home vs. Eagle Valley, 4:00 & 5:30 with everyone. He meets Managing Editor p.m.; Tennis, Regional Tournament at Canyon expectations DMS has of Tyler Presnell pepView; FFA Banquet, 6:00 p.m. pered a presentation to him as a student, and he Sat., May 5 Baseball at Eagle Valley, 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 Delta High School stu- leads by example. p.m.

“My favorite thing dents with rapid-fire Mon., May 7 Girls Golf at Regionals in Gunnison; AP about Rodolfo is that he poetry as he delivered a Chemistry Exam, 8:00 a.m. is always upbeat and message intended to keep Tues., May 8 ACT Make-up Test, 8:00 a.m.; DHS Choir teens from making the friendly,” Mrs. Lopez says.

Concert, 5:30 p.m.

“He goes out of his way to same mistake he did.

Wed., May 9 AP Calculus Exam, 8:00 a.m. always be polite. What a Presnell, now 27, took great young man!”

Sponsored By: the brunt of a 70 mph Rhiannon Broyles, crash into a telephone selected by Mrs. Hanpole when he was 14 cock, is April’s seventh years old. After 22 sur- grader. geries, two stints on life “Rhiannon is a comsupport and six weeks passionate, exemplary 874-4841 in a coma, Presnell dedi- student, athlete, and cates himself to speaking citizen of our school,” about the collision that Mrs. Hancock says. “For changed him both physi- the past month she has cally and emotionally. He worked diligently with describes the challenges her fellow Student Counof his lifelong recovery cil officers to research and what it’s like to live local trees, budget to buy each day with over 80 trees, and finally, plant ★ Professional Plants & Roses in a percent of his short-term new trees on our DMS Country Setting memory gone. school grounds in honor ★ Hanging Baskets “Since I can’t change of Earth Day. She has what happened, I can also been one of our lead★ Herbs ~ Great Selection only hope that my story ers in track. She meets ★ Latest Perennials inspires someone else to at DMS at 6 a.m. in the ★ Latest Petunias think twice before jump- morning to run with the ★ Great Prices ing into the car of a newly distance team up to the licensed teen driver,” he high school and always ★ Friendly Service says. does so with a smile on Open 9-5:30 Mon.-Sat., Sunday 1-4 His presentation was her face. She had an outGreehouses only open April-June sponsored by the Colora- standing performance at do Department of Trans- our first track meet in Directions: Turn on 2100 Rd. just south of Eckert portation, AAA Colorado Olathe, and also encour2nd road to the left (Lanning) 3rd place on right and the state’s Regional aged other teammates Emergency and Trau- the whole time. Finally, ma Advisory Councils in class Rhiannon always (RETACS). goes above and beyond.

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Rodolfo Contreras, Rhiannon Broyles and Aubrey Jones were honored as DMS Students of the Month.

If she is going to miss a day of class, she gets her work ahead of time. She helps other classmates, and asks intriguing questions. She is a true scholar and leader! I will miss her greatly next year.”

Mrs. Salcedo recognizes Aubrey Jones as an exceptionally conscientious student. In class, Aubrey is extremely focused and works hard to not just get her work finished, but to do it well.

When at any time she struggles with a concept,

Aubrey always searches for the answer no matter how difficult or frustrating it is for her. As difficult concepts or situations arise, Aubrey does everything she can to resolve the situation in a positive manner. She is an amazing sixth grader at DMS. DMS principal Derek Carlson says, “We continue to be proud of our students at Delta Middle School and all the great things they have accomplished this year.”

City of Delta revives Arbor Day tradition

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

In celebration of Arbor Day, the City of Delta and parks director Paul Suppes presented evergreen tree seedlings to fourth graders at Lincoln and Garnet Mesa elementary schools. The kids are now members of Fourth Grade Foresters. While the Lincoln students were able to take their trees home to plant, Garnet Mesa

students potted theirs and moved them to the school greenhouse. At the end of their fifth grade year, when they leave elementary school for middle school, they will hopefully have a healthy, growing tree to take with them. Suppes cautioned that not every seedling tree would survive, but hopefully most students will end up with a tree to call their own.

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Virtuous Kids Lincoln Elementary and the Kiwanis Club of Delta recently recognized the Virtuous Kids: (top row) Yulissa Ignacio (responsible); (middle row) Tavis Chaffin (honest), Lakayla Sheets (respectful), Jayden Gerlock (generous), Esau Alvarado (hard-worker), Ashley St. Peter (on task), Rosario Campas (responsible) and Alejandro Vargas (hard worker); (bottom row) Derek Boyd (kind and diligent), David Estes (hard worker), Parker Neil (generous), Thomas Pitt (cooperative), Lennon Albert (determined), Hope Williams (responsible), Bonnie Barbich (enthusiastic) and Rodney Stewart (enthusiastic).

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Paul Suppes, city parks director, hands out evergreen tree seedlings to students at Garnet Mesa Elementary School.

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of Montrose, and Connie Hranchak of Aurora; two sisters, Marie Bond of Montrose, and Myrna Meek of Crawford; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Melvin Mitchell and Merle Mitchell; and one sister, Carolyn Clonts.

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

Taylor Funeral Service Marvin Lee Mitchell of and Crematory is hanDelta County died Sundling the arrangements. day, April 29, 2012, at San Juan Living Center in Montrose. He was 79.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Delta. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Hotchkiss, with graveside services by Black Canyon VFW Post #9333.

Mr. Mitchell was born April 27, 1933, in Hotchkiss, to Melvin and Ada (Lynch) Mitchell.

He spent his childhood David Mangum and attended school in David Lee Mangum of Hotchkiss.

Delta died Sunday, April He served in the Unit- 29, 2012, at his home. He ed States Army during was 64. the Korean Conflict.

A graveside funerMr. Mitchell mar- al service will be held ried Mary Lou (Wilcox) Thursday, May 3, at 10 Davis on March 19, 1957, a.m. at Delta City Cemin Delta. The marriage etery. A celebration of life ended in divorce. will follow at 10:30 a.m.

He lived in Hotchkiss, at Delta Presbyterian Montrose, Gunnison, Church with Reverend Thompson, Utah, and Alisa Secrest officiating.

Grand Junction, before Mr. Mangum was born moving to Delta in 1992. Nov. 20, 1947, in Mission, He was a retired barber, Texas, to L.T. and Margafarmer and rancher. He ret (Ellis) Mangum. He enjoyed hunting, fishing spent his childhood in and the outdoors. He was Fort Stockton, Texas, and a member of Hotchkiss moved with his family to Elks Lodge #1807, Moose Delta in 1959. He gradLodge #270 in Grand uated from Delta High Junction, and Black Can- School in 1966, and from yon VFW Post #9333 in Western State in GunniHotchkiss. son in 1970.

Mr. Mitchell is surHe served in the Unitvived by two sons, Garth ed States Army.

Mitchell and James Mr. Mangum was a Mitchell and his wife parts manager at Delta Nancy Cook-Mitchell, all Implement before retirof Montrose; two daugh- ing. He enjoyed acting in ters, Barbara Bourke melodramas and decoratand her husband Michael ing, especially his home

OBITUARIES around the holidays. He was well known for his beautiful instrumental organ and piano music for funerals, weddings and parties.

He was a member of Altrusa, where he held a district representative position, Delta Historical Society, Delta County Democratic Party, Delta Presbyterian Church, where he held numerous positions, and he had served on the Delta County Library Board.

Mr. Mangum is survived by his brother and his wife, Ralph and Pat Mangum of Delta; two nieces, Gina Cassel and her husband Carl of Delta, and Vanir Stevens of Oak Harbor, Wash.; and two great-nieces, Julie Cassel and Samantha Cassel, both of Delta.

He was preceded in death by his parents, L.T. and Margaret Mangum; and a sister, Betsy Stevens.

Memorial contributions may be made to Altrusa International of Delta, P.O. Box 648, Delta, CO 81416.

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

Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

Evelyn Burkenbine Evelyn M. Burkenbine of Grand Junction died Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at her home. She was 93.

A graveside service was held April 27 at Delta City Cemetery.

Mrs. Burkenbine was born Oct. 25, 1918, in Iliff, to Eugene and Leeta Dolan. She spent her childhood and most of her life in Delta.

She married Virgil Burkenbine on Aug. 7, 1938. He died Aug. 8, 1984.

Mrs. Burkenbine enjoyed visiting with people.

She is survived by a

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daughter and her husband, Bonnie and Donald Davis of Grand Junction; two grandsons; two great-grandsons; three great-granddaughters; and eight great-greatgrandchildren.

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

View the Internet obituary and sign the online

guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

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rial Cemetery in Grand Junction.

Memorial contributions may be made to Olathe United Methodist Church, Olathe AmbuPortia Walters lance Association, Olathe Portia Margaret Wal- Senior Center or to any ters, formerly of Olathe, veterans organization. died Thursday, April 26, View the Internet obit2012, at San Juan Living uary and sign the online Center in Montrose. She guest registry at taylor was 87.

At her request, no ser- funeralservice.com.

Taylor Funeral Service vices will be held. A private inurnment will take and Crematory handled place at Veterans Memo- the arrangements.

Roger Wayne Rohwer Sept. 19, 1942 ~ April 25, 2012 Roger Wayne Rohwer, 69, of Friday Harbor, Wash., died Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at Life Care Center of the San Juan Islands in Friday Harbor.

He was born on Sept.

19, 1942, in Cortez, Colo., the son of Raymond and Grace (Dennison) Likes. Roger grew up in La Sal, Utah, moving to Dove Creek, Colo., in 1953 with his mother and stepfather, Grace and Irwin Rohwer, and graduated from Dolores County High School in Dove Creek.

Roger married Donna Millsaps at the First Baptist Church on Dec. 30, 1966, in Cedaredge, Colo.

He was employed as a millwright for the Idarado Mining Company in Telluride, Colo., and Atlas Minerals Uranium Mill in Moab, Utah, and also worked as an aggregate plant operator for various construction companies, working on the McPhee Dam in Colorado and the Brantley Dam in New Mexico.

Roger retired from the Richard Lawson Construction Company in 2004 due to his illness.

He enjoyed fishing,

rock tumbling and polishing, outdoors in the mountains, but most of all loved spending time with his family and friends. Roger was a member of the Islands Community Church.

He loved the Lord, his God, and his family with all his heart, soul and might. Everyone knew Roger as a kind, gentle man, never doing harm to anyone. He was well respected and everyone’s prayer warrior.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, LaDawn Armour; brother, Gene Bounds; and his sisters, Euella Lampton, Ardella Lillard, Leona Ferganchick, and Nellie Bounds.

He is survived by his wife, Donna; son and

daughter-in-law, Rick and Shari Rohwer, all of Friday Harbor; grandchildren, Shawn, Ricky, Cheyenne and Dustin Rohwer, all of Friday Harbor, Amanda and Todd Cochran of Lopez Island, Dennie and Felimon Padilla of Friday Harbor; great-grandsons, Chase and Logan; and brother and sisterin-law, Ed and Linda Rohwer of Golden Valley, Ariz.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 5, 2012, at the Islands Community Church in Friday Harbor with Pastor Fred Buckles officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated for youth mission trips, at the Islands Community Church, P.O. Box 1346, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. A family burial service will be held in Colorado.

Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., Anacortes, Wash., and the San Juan Islands. To share memories of Roger, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel. com.

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OBITUARIES do, P.O. Box 24, Delta, CO 81416.

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

Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

Michael Morrison Michael Allen Morrison of Grand Junction died Tuesday, April 24, 2012, in Delta. He was 52.

A celebration of life was held April 30 at Canyon View Vineyard Church in Grand Junction.

Mr. Morrison was born April 17, 1960, in Delta, to Norman and Martha (Norvell) Morrison.

He spent his childhood and attended school in Casper, Wyo., and Delta.

He moved to Grand Junction in 1979.

He was a manufacturing press operator. He enjoyed playing Texas hold ‘em and watching his grandchildren play sports. He was an avid Chicago Bears and WWE wrestling fan.

Mr. Morrison is survived by his former wife, Shirley Rubio of Grand Junction; four daughters, Heather Reyez and her husband Hiram, Kimberly Morrison and Jamie Shoup, Amber Morrison and Gary Clairday, and Amber Hartman-Bevan and her husband Levi, all of Grand Junction; two brothers and their wives, Bill and Marty Morrison of Casper, Wyo., and Dennis and Patty Morrison of Delta; two sisters and their husbands, Jennifer and Paul Downey of Alamosa, and Sheryl and Dave Romero of Grand Junction; seven grandchildren, Isaiah Reyez, Alexis Reyez, Josiah Reyez, Jordan Morrison, Jaylynn Archuleta, Sadie Morrison and Jason Clairday; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tommy and Josie Fresquez of Delta; three sisters-inlaw, Sandra Fresquez, Nancy Fresquez and Judy Shay; a brother-in-law, Carl Barks; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; an uncle, Johnny Norvell; an infant brother; a niece; and a nephew.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colora-

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Malone-Patterson.

At her request, no services will be held. A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Delta County Humane Society or Colorow Care Center.

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

Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

Norma Volk Norma Evelyn Volk died April 15, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 85.

Mrs. Volk was born Jan. 8, 1927, in Delta, to Russell and Erma (Blakley) Davis. She spent her childhood in Roubideau Canyon and 25 Mesa area. She attended school in Mountain View and Delta.

She married Charles Lampton on Oct. 20, 1949. He died of a sudden illness on Jan. 2, 1953.

She married John Volk on Oct. 24, 1954, and moved to Ragged Mountain and Bone Mesa, where she raised her children and ranched.

Mrs. Volk enjoyed the outdoors, ranching, horseback riding, cattle drives, fishing, camping, rock hunting, gardening, wildflowers, playing cards, puzzles, bingo, animals, looking for four leaf clovers and spending time with her family.

She is survived by two sons, Dean Lampton and his wife Kathy, and John Volk, all of Ragged Mountain; two daughters, Charlotte Creasman-Castoe of Eckert, and Linda Emmett and her husband Craig of Delta; a brother, Shorty Davis of Pennsylvania; a sister, Dixie Minear of Delta; 10 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Volk was preceded in death by her husbands, John Volk and Charles Lampton; three brothers, Buford Davis, Hick Davis and Carl Davis; and six sisters, Vesta Davis, Louise Davis, Vivian Heneforth, Anne Gray, Virginia Lampton and Lou

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Viola Stahl Viola Frances Stahl of Arvada, formerly of Paonia, died Friday, April 27, 2012. She was 96.

Mrs. Stahl was born March 27, 1916, in Grand Junction, to James and Essie (McDonald) Holt.

She graduated from Fruita High School in 1935 and attended Shield of Faith Bible Institute in Fort Worth, Texas, for one year.

She married Gerald Stahl on Nov. 8, 1936.

They owned and operated Stahl Orchards for many years. She moved to Denver in 1990 to live with her daughters before moving to Springwood Retirement Community in Arvada in 1995.

Mrs. Stahl enjoyed oil painting, ceramics and various arts and crafts.

She is survived by her children, Vern and his wife Deloris of Aurora, Arvin and his wife Linda of Paonia and Grand Junction, Carol of Westminster, Larry and his wife Renee of Grand Junction, Betty and Tim Ingels of Westminster, and David and his wife Debra of Centennial; eight grandchildren, Russell, Trenton, Mark, Matthew, Megan, Aaron, Brianna and Robyn; nine great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Faye Holt of Lynwood, Wash., and Joan Holt of Weslaco, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Stahl was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Stahl, on April 30, 1984; a son, Jackie; six brothers; and four sisters.

A memorial service will be conducted by Reverend Phil Neely on Wednesday, May 9, at 10 a.m. at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Delta. Internment will follow at Mesa View Cemetery. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice or Ravens, Inc., P.O. Box 991, Salida, CO 81201, which is a missions outreach to Mexico, directed by Reverend Phil Neely.

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Charlotte May Hovey died Saturday, April 21, 2012, at Vista View Assisted Living in Montrose. She was 78.

Mrs. Hovey was born May 16, 1933, in Grand Junction, to Charles and Daisy (Howden) Cannon.

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She graduated from Central High School in 1951 and from Denver Business College in 1952.

She married Wayne Hovey on July 12, 1953, in Grand Junction. They celebrated 53 years of marriage. He died Aug. 4, 2005.

Mrs. Hovey was a homemaker. She enjoyed telling people about the Lord and was active in many Christian organizations.

She is survived by a son and his wife, Clint and Stacy Hovey of North Salt Lake City, Utah; a daughter and her husband, Vicky and Gene Jolley of Cory; a brother and his wife, Art and Gwen Cannon of Delta; two grandchildren and their wives, Chris and Tammy Jolley, and Casey and Maria Jolley; and three great-grandchildren, Bricanda Jolley, Caleb Jolley and Gabriel Jolley.

Mrs. Hovey was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Hovey; and a grandson, Curtis Jolley.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 5, at 11 a.m. at Valley Baptist Church in Montrose.

Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Baptist Church, 62985 Hwy. 90, Montrose, CO 81401, for their support of missions.

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Crawford United Methodist Church.

Mrs. Klatt was born Nov. 17, 2012, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to Vincent and Catherine (Rose) Villone. She spent her childhood and attended school in North Carolina.

She married Milton Klatt on June 26, 1978, in Carson City, Nev. He survives. They retired 10 years ago and moved from Reno, Nev., to Crawford.

Mrs. Klatt enjoyed movies, shopping and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her husband, Milton Klatt of Crawford; three daughters, Angel of Ohio, Peanut of North Carolina, and Candy of Crawford; a brother, Gene of Arizona; a sister, Dawn of Nevada; and eight grandchildren, Tyler, Franceska, Vinny, Amy, Richard, Dusty, Timmy and Mark.

Mrs. Klatt was preceded in death by her parents, Vincent and Catherine “Kitty” Villine; a sister, Joy; a brother, Vincent; and an aunt and uncle, Mimi and Eddie.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crawford United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 415, Crawford, CO 81415.

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Melody F. Klatt of Crawford died Monday, April 23, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 63.

A memorial service was held April 30 at

Anna May Hyatt of Hotchkiss died Friday, April 27, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 83.

Mrs. Hyatt was born May 25, 1928, in

Macomb, Mo., to Charles and Neva (Gnagy) Penland. She and her family moved to Hotchkiss in 1933. She graduated from Hotchkiss High School in 1946.

She married Elroy Hyatt on Dec. 1, 1946, in Hotchkiss. He survives.

Mrs. Hyatt moved to Brighton in 1950, to Fort Lupton in 1956, and to Gunnison in 1962, before returning to Hotchkiss in 1988.

She was a member of First Baptist Church of Hotchkiss. She enjoyed singing and was a member of the choir as well as a soloist for the church. She served as church clerk for several years and made sure the church had flowers for Sunday service. She decorated the church for Christmas and Easter.

She enjoyed cooking family dinners, especially during the holidays. She was an avid Broncos fan and enjoyed playing golf, reading, watching television and cats.

Mrs. Hyatt is survived by her husband, Elroy of Hotchkiss; three sons, Gary Hyatt of Brighton, Neil Hyatt of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Scott Hyatt of Clifton; three grandchildren, Jonathan Hyatt of Thornton, Zachary Hyatt and his partner Rachel of Englewood, and Chris Hyatt Brownlee and her husband Josh of Englewood; a great-grandson, Tristan Brownlee of Englewood; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Penland and Chester “Jack” Penland.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, May 5, at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Hotchkiss.

Interment will take place Monday, May 7, at 1 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado in Grand Junction.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Hotchkiss, P.O. Box 26, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

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Marvin D. “Pete” Barnes Feb. 8, 1928 ~ Jan. 28, 2012 Surface Creek resident, Marvin “Pete” Delbert Barnes died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, after a two-year battle with Multiple Myeloma. He was 83 years old.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m.

Thursday, May 17, 2012, at the Cedaredge United Methodist Church in Cedaredge, Colo., with Pastor Debra Edwards officiating and ceremonies by the Order of the Eastern Star and Fraternal Order of the Masons Lodge #136 as well as military honors presented by Colorado Army National Guard Honor Guard.

Also, a memorial service will be held in Hayden, Colo., at the Hayden Congregational Church at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 19, 2012, with Pastor Janet Babish officiating and ceremonies by the Order of the Eastern Star and Fraternal Order of the Masons as well as military honors presented by Colorado Army National Guard Honor Guard.

Marvin “Pete” Delbert Barnes was born on Feb. 8, 1928, to Marvin Bishop and Marjorie Vail Barnes in Hayden, Colo. He spent his childhood there and graduated from Hayden Union High School in 1946.

Pete was proud to serve his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. After two years in the service he came home and on Dec. 28, 1951, he

married the love of his life, Constance “Connie” Louise Weyand. Pete and Connie were blessed with almost 57 years of wonderful marriage before Connie’s passing in October 2008.

Pete farmed in the Hayden area until the couple moved to Cedaredge in 1973 where he spent the next few years farming in Hayden during the summers and selling real estate in Cedaredge during the winters. He retired from real estate to enjoy his many interests of fishing on Grand Mesa, singing, fly tying and Eastern Star. He volunteered with his church and in the community, which included serving on several church boards, and he sang in the church choir. Pete was always available to help out wherever needed.

Pete was an active member of the Order of Eastern Star Spruce Chapter #129 and the Hayden Chapter #99 and the Fraternal Order of the Masons Lodge in Eckert and Hayden. He also sang with the Black

Canyon Barbershop Group for several years.

Pete is survived by his son, Randal Barnes and Agbenu family of Ghana, West Africa; daughter, Melanie Gray and her husband Robert (Buzz) Gray of Olathe, and their children, Ashley Mehas and her boyfriend Donald (Chip) Fletcher, Donald (DJ) and Eryn Mehas and their son, Landon, of Denver, Quintin and Tammy Gray and their children, Sebastian Chavez and Benjamin Gray, Adam and Bobbie Gray and her children, Skye and River Walker of Olathe.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, his sons, Michael and Roger Barnes and brothers Jack and Robert Barnes.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Spruce Chapter #129, c/o Alice Sanburg, 16492 Cedar Park Road, Eckert, CO 81418, or Hayden Chapter #99, P.O. Box 1285, Hayden, CO 81639, or Hospice of Montrose, P.O. Box 1804, Montrose, CO 81401, or the International Myeloma Foundation at www.myeloma. org.

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McDonald’s launches major remodeling project

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

After a major facelift, McDonald’s will be one of the nicest restaurants in town, reports owner Debbie Shea Long.

The restaurant, located at 108 Gunnison River Drive, was opened by her father, Thomas Long, in May 1990. Debbie jokes that she was born with ketchup in her veins, and it runs pretty thick — she began doing odd jobs in the business when she was just 9 years old.

After graduating from high school, she was anxious to experience city life so she moved to San Diego. Later she returned to Colorado, living in Fort Collins and Denver.

Throughout the years she stayed closely tied to McDonald’s, working at a variety of restaurants and at the distribution center in Denver.

Twenty years later she is back in the area and anxious to make a contribution as one of Delta’s newest small business owners.

The $600,000 upgrade will not only give McDonald’s a fresh new look inside and out, it is also expected to speed up drive-thru service and provide a more positive dining experience.

Christofferson Commercial Builders, the Colorado-based firm which built the Delta restaurant 22 years ago, will also handle the upgrade. The restaurant will remain open throughout the remodeling project, although the lobby will be closed for a week, probably in June, for a complete makeover, from floor to ceiling.

“The new interior will be a welcoming environment where customers can enjoy a great meal

or snack while taking advantage of our free WiFi service,” Shea Long said. “We will have many new outlets so customers can plug in and enjoy a smoothie or a coffee.”

Although the playground will be removed, the outdoor seating will remain. The sleek, new exterior will be a combination of stucco and chocolate brown tile with yellow accents and all new signage, similar to the newly remodeled McDonald’s restaurants in Clifton and Fruita. Energy efficient LED lighting, equipment and fixtures reflect the environmental standards McDonald’s has developed for new restaurants and rebuilds.

In conjunction with the store remodel, Ridgway Valley Enterprises will be modifying access from Gunnison River Drive. The route pro-

DMEA board candidates, candidate forums announced The League of Women Voters of Montrose County is facilitating two opportunities to meet the candidates running in DMEA’s 2012 board election.

On Tuesday, May 8, there will be a candidate forum at noon at the Orchard City Town HallCommunity Room, located at 9661 2100 Road in Austin.

The evening of Wednesday, May 16, there will be a candidate forum at DMEA’s Montrose office, 11925 6300 Road.

Light refreshments will be served at both events.

DMEA members residing in Districts 1, 2, and 5 are eligible to run for election in 2012.

District maps and details are found on the

co-op’s website, www. dmea.com.

The specific candidates in each district race will be announced after the close of the deadline for candidacy, Monday, April 30.

Six Candidates Declare Interest By the deadline of 5 p.m. on April 30, six candidates had submitted the sufficient number of signatures needed to qualify them for the 2012 election ballot.

In District 1, the candidates are Virgil Turner and William N. Patterson.

Incumbent Ken Norris was unable to run again pursuant to DMEA’s policy on term limits.

In District 2, incumbent Brent Hines faces challengers Kay Heinschel and Tammy D. Theis.

In District 5, incumbent Marshall L. Collins did not draw a challenger.

On May 21, ballots and a summary of each candidate’s background are scheduled to be mailed to DMEA members who had electric service from DMEA as of April 30.

Voted ballots must be returned by mail to DMEA’s election credentials committee no later than June 13, or the member can vote in person at DMEA’s annual meeting at the Montrose Pavilion on the morning of Thursday, June 14, from 8-9 a.m.

DMEA members who RSVP and attend the annual meeting will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. To RSVP for DMEA’s annual meeting, call 240-1273 or 1-877687-3632, ext. 273.

Architect’s rendering of the “new” McDonald’s posed for the city’s new alternate truck route will result in the closure of all but one driveway from Gunnison River Drive, so Shea Long has worked out an agreement with City Market to open an access point on the south side of the restaurant.

Since its opening in 1990, McDonald’s of Delta has sold over 170,000 Big Macs and been a major employer. The restaurant currently has 45 employees and has been managed by Stephanie Music for eight years. Giving back to the community has become a tradition through McTeachers Night, TCAP events, fundraisers and charitable donations.

“Many might think that because we are McDonald’s, we are a large corporation,” Shea Long said. “I am a small local business owner just like any small business owner. I am pleased and fortunate to be aligned with such a great corporation. Our founder, Ray Kroc, said, ‘None of us is as good as all of us.’ I truly believe that motto to be true from our crew in the restaurant to the City of Delta as a whole.”

During construction, McDonald’s will be offering weekly specials. The re-opening will be celebrated with a weekend full of parties, special events and great food.

For more than 35 years, McDonald’s has

been a leader in providing transparent, easily accessible nutrition information to help customers make more informed decisions (www.mcdonalds. com). McDonald’s is the first quick service restaurant to offer smart meals for kids which meet the nutritional requirements developed by the Colorado Deparment of Public Health and Environment.

“McDonald’s is committed to providng your

Insurance Center announces merger The Insurance Center is excited to announce that it is merging its insurance business with Mountain West Insurance and Financial Services effective July 1.

The Insurance Center was founded in the 1880s in Montrose and Delta, and has grown since then to have offices in Montrose, Delta, Gunnison, Crested Butte, Lake City and Monte Vista. Mountain West has been in business for many years in Craig, and has grown to have offices also in Steamboat Springs, Meeker, Grand Junction, Durango and Goodyear, Ariz. Together, the combined agency will be the largest locally owned independent agency in western Colo-

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Her challenge going forward is in the area of community education.

“We have over half a million folks on the Western Slope who don’t understand long term care planning is a personal responsibility,” she says. “No one else is going to pay for it, and 70 percent of the folks over age 65 are going to need it.”

Long term care insurance is an essential component of retirement planning. But it’s more important than just asset protection — long term care insurance protects lifestyle and dignity. “Folks don’t deliberately plan to fail financially . . . they simply fail to plan.”

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whether or not you can qualify based on your health. She has seen how a long term care plan can hold a family together during a crisis and how not having a plan can tear a family apart emotionally and financially.

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The Insurance Center is pleased to take the next step to provide more choices and excellent service going forward into the future.

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Fire destroys home on Fruitland Mesa

BY KATHY BROWNING AND PAT SUNDERLAND Staff Writer

On April 23, at 5:30 p.m., firefighters and Delta County Sheriff ’s deputies responded to a fire on Black Bear Trail above Crawford Reservoir.

Ten Crawford firefighters first responded, but the house was already fully engulfed.

Hotchkiss firefighters arrived later to assist.

Delta County sheriff ’s deputies stayed on the scene until Montrose County Sheriff ’s investigators could arrive, since the house is located in Montrose County.

According to Sheriff Fred McKee, the house was not occupied. Sheriff McKee says the owners, Robert and Teresa Bagshaw, were at Denver International Airport, en route to Paris, when a neighbor contacted them about their house.

No one was injured in the fire.

As yet, a cause for the fire has not been identified.

Montrose County Sheriff investigator Monique Salido says some interviews remain to be conducted and an active investigation into the cause of the blaze is being conducted.

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Help plant flowers on Bridge Street The members of the Hotchkiss Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Improvement Team invites anyone interested in helping with the planting of flowers on Bridge Street on the morning of Saturday, May 5, to meet at the pavilion next to the Creamery Arts Center at 9 a.m. For more information or to confirm that you are participating, please call Mary Hockenbery at 8723448.

The planting of the flowers is a first visible step in putting together the parts of a five-year Downtown Improve-

ment project that may include construction of permanent masonry planters downtown, street safety improvements such as sidewalk repair/construction, curb extensions and the planting of additional trees or the building of shade shelters. Beautifying downtown is also aimed at encouraging economic development in the central core area. The eventual completed plan, which primarily will be focused on the traditional downtown area, will also address the entire Highway 92/133 corridor within the town.

Could have stayed all day On the way to Beaver Reservoir last Sunday was this beautiful ranch with a herd of deer stopping to graze.

Land exchange bill not likely this year

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Bear Ranch is having to face the reality that legislation for their proposed federal land exchange will probably not be happening this year.

In an April 30 interview, Rob Gill, Bear Ranch man-

ager, explained that Sen. Mark Udall has not offered to introduce the Central Rockies Land Exchange bill and “therefore it was not likely to happen until after the first of the year.”

Gill added, “It’s Sen. Udall’s committee in the Senate so if he is not going to

Oil and gas resolution fails at BLM advisory meeting

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

After hearing one-minute public comments from approximately 20 individuals, the BLM Southwest Resource Advisory Council (RAC) considered a resolution in support of making hydrology a special resource in the North Fork Valley 2012 oil and gas lease sale. It also recommended further socioeconomic analysis. The resolution failed to gather the necessary majority votes to pass.

The RAC meeting was held in Hotchkiss at Memorial Hall on April 26-27, with reports and discussions of the Gunnison sage grouse, the August oil and gas lease sale and public comment on Friday.

According to a BLM press release, the RAC is comprised of three categories of “citizens chosen for their expertise in natural resource issues. . . .

The diverse membership of each RAC is aimed at achiev-

ing a balanced outlook that the BLM needs for its mission, which is to manage the public lands for multiple uses.”

Category One includes public land ranchers and representatives of organizations associated with energy and mineral development, the timber industry, transportation or rights-of-way, off-highway vehicle use, and commercial recreation.

Category Two has representatives of nationally or regionally recognized environmental organizations, archaeological and historical organizations, dispersed recreation activities, and wild horse and burro organizations.

Category Three has representatives of state, county, or local elected office; representatives and employees of a state agency responsible for the management of natural resources; representatives of Indian Tribes within or adjacent to the area for which the RAC is organized; repre-

sentatives and employees of academic institutions who are involved in natural sciences; and the public-at-large.

For a resolution to pass, a majority of each category must vote in favor. Friday’s resolution did not have the majority in Category One and Category Three.

The resolution noted the RAC had “identified resources and resource uses that may experience significant effects that have generated significant public controversy” and that the RAC “supports an inclusive public process for oil and gas leasing resulting in comprehensive and thorough information to be used in its decision making” and finally that “an important and ongoing component of the North Fork Valley economy is organic agriculture including farming, orchards and wineries.”

Barb Sharrow, field manager for the BLM’s Uncompahgre Field Office, spoke on the leasing process. This August

oil and gas lease sale is the first time the process is nine months long and includes three opportunities for public comment. The first two rounds of public comment are completed. “We took your letters very seriously and are taking the second round very seriously,” Sharrow said to those in the audience. She noted that there will probably be changes in the lease sale. “I really appreciate the time people took to give us substantive comments,” Sharrow said.

The BLM will post the information of the final sale on May 11, followed by a 30day public protest period. The state BLM director will make the final decision on what will be included in the sale. Only those who commented in the first or second public comment periods are allowed to protest the final sale. Protests are handled at the Washington, D.C., BLM office.

Parcels that do not sell can be purchased over the next two years at the public desk in the Lakewood BLM office.

Those generally sell for just $2 an acre.

Those leases sold in the August auction will be for 10 years. The winning company can unitize a number of parcels so drilling can happen in a more “orderly fashion” where particular portions are focussed on instead of drilling on each parcel. The biggest unit in the state is between RAC MEETING TO B2

introduce it this year then I don’t think [Rep. Scott] Tipton will either.”

Bear Ranch still wants as part of the proposal a multipurpose trail head at Buck Creek Ranch and a nonmotorized trail and a separate motorized trail. What changed significantly, Gill said, was that the Gunnison County Trails Commission and the Gunnison County Board of Commissioners agreed to drop the trail proposed to run parallel to the Raggeds Trail.

Asked how the proposed oil and gas lease sales will affect the Bear Ranch land exchange, Gill responded, “We will just have to deal with whatever comes our way.

“We know there are other interests out there,” Gill said.

“SG has some leases up here.

Obviously, Gunnison Energy does. We don’t . . . Gunnison Energy doesn’t have any interest in Delta County,” Gill said about the parcels nominated for the lease sale.

“We try to keep them totally separate because they are. Certainly, I see there are people trying to drag the land exchange into the oil and gas debate even though it really has nothing to do with it. As far as we are concerned . . . we are going to move forward with the exchange itself.”

He noted the oil and gas leases seem to be on a faster track than the land exchange.

In other Bear Ranch news, a security alarm that went off at 1:50 p.m. last Wednesday at the Bear Ranch Mine Entrance was a false alarm.

Gill said one of the buildings at the western town construction site has an entrance called the Mine Entrance.

This was one of the old buildings moved over to Bear Ranch. “It was called the Mine Building at Buckskin Joe’s, and we kept the name for the purpose of identifying the building,” Gill said.

Plans call for the Western Village to include a mining museum that is still under development.

Block party in Paonia Friday Photo by Kathy Browning

Keeping the highways clean The Lions Club of Paonia and sixth graders from Paonia Elementary School picked up litter along nearly three miles of Highway 133 and 187 in just two hours time on Wednesday, April 25. The Lions Club treated the students to pizza before calling it a day. Comprising three work teams were (left to right, back row) James Gall, Ron Sims, Clay Campbell, Katrina Johnson, Brooke Hillman, Kaitlyn Wist, Shira Woods, Tess Gore, Megan McCandless, Mike Hughes, Jim Nierenberger and Dave Benson; (middle row) Bob Bushta, Caden Meilner, Sean Devlin, Kassidy Rapke, Randi Rapke and Tiana Venard; (front row) Dominic Limone, Darien Norris, Jonas Johnson, John Roberts and Anika Carlson. Not pictured is Rod Porteus.

Paonia Chamber of Commerce announces the first ever Business After Hours Block Party on Friday, May 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the 100 block of Grand Ave. Join chamber members as they celebrate the season opening of the Glennie Coombe Gallery and Ollie’s Ice Cream, the grand opening of Paonia Chamber of Commerce’s new office.

Visit other Chamber members on the block including The Living Farm Café and Inn, Heart of the Dragon and Colorado Horticulture Supply.

Visit them all and become eligible for door prizes including a $25 gift certificate to the Living Farm Cafe and Inn, a 5 gallon bucket of biodynamic tea from Colorado Horticultural Supply and a gift certificate from Delicious Orchard.

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27,000 chickens arrive on Powell Mesa

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The first load of 27,000 chickens arrived in the wee hours of Thursday, May 26, at the Edwin Hostetler ranch on Powell Mesa. The chickens had been ordered six months ago. They arrived by truck from Illinois.

The truck driver swung too wide to enter the Hostetler ranch and hit a neighbor’s fence.

Hostetler and a worker repaired the fence later that morning.

Also later that morning, county and town officials came for their third inspection since construction of the new operation, known as Western Slope Layers.

Mike Owens, Hotchkiss public works director, said, “I’m finding everything they are doing is being done according to all the regs. There have been a few things that they have changed, but they have to go through the engineering. You can draw something up on a plan, but then when you get to doing it you can see different ways of doing it.

The end results will be the same.” Hostetler will

have to provide “as built” plans of the actual site when completed to the county and town.

“All the water management seems to be going well,” Owens said. “Most of it is not complete yet, but we will be doing more inspections.”

Asked if he has any concerns about water contamination from the operation, Owens said, “It’s such a minimal concern. . . I walked it with both water commissioners, and they showed me how everything runs exactly. It would take a pretty extreme event for anything to get to Willow Heights.” With a huge flow of water, comes dilution.

“There’s always E Coli in raw water. I don’t care where you pull it,” Owens said. “There is an extreme possibility, but we have an extreme possibility of somebody dumping a gallon of spray in the reservoir above Leroux Creek.

We don’t have control of some of this stuff, and that would get directly into our drinking water.

This has no way of getting into our drinking water. It has some possi-

Photo by Bob Kalenak

The Office of the County Engineer shared this photograph of the interior of the Western Slope Layers chicken house. The chickens will roam free inside the building and go inside the pens to lay their eggs. The floor is sloped so the eggs will roll down to a conveyor belt. The photo above was taken prior to the arrival of the chickens on April 26.

bility of getting into some irrigation systems which are irrigating fields full of manure already. It could get into Willow Heights sprinkler system, but it would be a very rare event if that happened.

I’m not sure even if it did if there would be any kind of contaminant other than the natural kind of contaminants we see already. The county did take water samples all around the area . . .

To get a baseline of what is in the water,” Owens said.

Owens could not smell the chickens except when he stood in front of the building’s fans. He also did not find the fans noisy.

Those doing the inspection could have a normal conversation in front of the fans. Owens clearly heard a neighbor’s power saw over the sound of the fans.

The chickens are housed in a new building approximately 400 feet long. Owens said the eggs will be sold to the Safeway chain of grocery stores as part of their Colorado products.

Bob Kalenak, Delta County engineer, also inspected the site last Thursday. He said the outdoor drainage system should have been completed earlier, but right now it does not pose a problem. Hostetler “is in no position right now to let his chickens outside anyway. He’s not even fenced in, so he can’t.”

The chickens will remain inside until the fenced area is completed.

Part of the plan is to have the chickens free range outside. In 14 months when the chickens have gone through their egg laying cycle, they will be removed from the property and the chicken facility cleaned out. Then a new bunch of chickens are delivered.

Photo by Kathy Browning

Last Thursday morning about 1 a.m., 27,000 chickens were delivered to Western Slope Layers on Powell Mesa. They will now reside in this large chicken house and a fenced area, once it is completed.

Kalenak described the interior of the chicken house shown in the photograph above. The photo shows one half of the building.

“The floor is dirt. The area is completely open to the chickens to “free range” — there are no cages.

“The meshed ramp area folds back for cleaning. In the current down position, the chickens climb on it to get to the feed and water dispensers. The fed dispensers are shown in the up posi-

tion in the photo and are lowered to be within reach of the chickens on the ramp. Those would be the yellow caged looking units with the flying saucer gray bottom. The feed is sent to each dispenser via the gray tubes.

“The water dispensers are shown in the up position and are lowered as the feed dispensers. They appear like little yellow flowers facing downwards. They are also centrally fed with water and have a little nipple the chickens peck to get the

water.

“The red laying houses are at the top and are where the chickens go to lay the eggs. The floor in them is slightly slanted toward the center so that when an egg is produced, gravity will do the work to remove the egg from the house and put it on a conveyer that is found in the center of the setup, at the back side of the laying house. The egg is then conveyed to the egg room, which is situated at the further end of the building in the picture.”

Field Office, an “extremely small fraction of wells” exist, Sharrow said.

Asked if the BLM has ever withdrawn parcels from an oil and gas lease sale due to hydrological concerns, Sharrow said that stipulations are included that companies must work with towns who have a watershed protection plan. The Town of Hotchkiss has a 2009 Watershed Protection Ordinance. Paonia has a draft of one and Crawford has none.

Asked about the known

negative impacts of drilling in the east part of the U.S., Sharrow said she has done extensive research which shows that in the east drilling has mainly been on private property with private development. In the West, Sharrow said there are a lot of stipulations that companies must follow.

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RAC meeting FROM PAGE B1 Delta and Grand Junction which covers approximately 90,000 acres.

A nominated parcel can be deferred under certain conditions. For example, Sharrow said, a portion of a parcel could be deferred if a Gunnison Sage Grouse lek was discovered.

Companies can work with private property owners who own the surface and mineral rights.

BLM has no jurisdiction in those arrangements.

For those lands managed by the Uncompahgre

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Paul Harris Fellows named in Paonia

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

At the April 19 Paonia Rotary Club meeting, the latest Paul Harris Fellows were announced and recognized. First time Paul Harris Fellows were Felix Belmont and Bob Lario. Ullie Lange, Rotary club president, is a fourth time Paul Harris Fellow. Barb Heck is a fifth time Paul Harris Fellow.

To be a Paul Harris Fellow, a member contributes $1,000 to the Rotary Foundation.

The goal of the Paonia Rotary Club is to have 40 members. As of April, the club has 38. Julie De Vilbiss returned from her leave of absence. Annette Choszczyk became a new Rotarian with the club.

Paonia Rotary Club is

having a Garden Gala at raise funds for Paonia, high school senior scholthe Mad Dog Mansion to Hotchkiss and Vision arships.

The Garden Gala will take place on Saturday, June 30, at 6 p.m.

Appetizers, beer and wine will be served at 6 p.m. on the garden level and veranda of the mansion with “non host” cocktails available in the mansion bar. Appetizers will be followed by dining al fresco at 7 p.m. with dancing under the stars to the Strolling

Scones to follow at 8:30 p.m. The ticket price per person will be $125.

Tickets are on sale now. Call Pam Bliss at 921-5641.

The evening will include live and silent auctions and raffle prizes.

One of the auction items is a Joe Cocker Concert Tour Package, including airfare and hotel.

Call Jackie Parks at 527-4585 if you have an New Paonia club memitem to donate. ber, Annette Choszczyk.

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The Rotary Club of Paonia recognized it’s newest Paul Harris Fellows at its April 19 meeting. From left to right are president Ullie Lange, Barb Heck, Felix Belmont and Bob Lario.

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Twist and Shout opening Relive the excitement of the Fab Four this weekend as The Paonia Players present ‘Twist and Shout!’ The multi-media Beatles song and dance revue extravaganza is directed by Merrily Talbott. Join the crowd at The Paradise Theatre this Friday, May 4, at 7 p.m. for the opening. A second show will happen at 7 p.m. on Saturday. A Sunday matinee begins at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are $6 for kids under 12 and $10 for adults. They are available at Paonia Farm and Home, KVNF and the Paradise Theatre.

Among the many performers are Merry Mob Dancers, North Fork Rock Stars and the Sunshine Singers.

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Cocker Kids’ Foundation launches new community project to honor North Fork Valley teachers The Cocker Kids’ Foundation (CKF) has announced its intention to develop a North Fork Valley Teacher Appreciation Award beginning with the 2012/2013 school year.

What group of people in any community are more important than the local teachers? We believe them to be true heroes, working tirelessly to educate our future leaders.

We believe it is time to show them our deepest appreciation. This is week 5 of the 6 weeks that we will be recognizing 12 different teachers in the newspaper from our North Fork Valley public schools. Each teacher was asked to tell us why they became a teacher or what they enjoy most about teaching.

Please take the time to read their stories and make a point to shake their hand and say thanks when you see them about town!

DAVID KUTA

JEAN LATOURETTE

ZAC LEMON

DUSTY MILLER

GINNY MOHR

GINGY MOLACEK

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10th-12th Grades 8 years of teaching

Kindergarten 27 years of teaching

7th-12 Grades 17 years of teaching

“I love to learn new things.

When I teach I learn with my students, and I learn from them. My wisdom grows and my heart is happy at school.”

“I became a teacher so I can have the same influence on kids that my teachers had on me. I enjoy seeing students find success when they never thought they would.”

7th-8th Social Studies and K, 2nd, 5th P.E. 12 years of teaching

“I was a good student and enjoyed school when I was growing up. I’ve always had a desire to serve others. I love working with people especially children.”

“It’s all about relationships!

Teaching gives you a chance to get to know kids from all walks of life. That gives us the opportunity to be a positive influence, even if it is only a small one. Maybe we make someone’s life better when they know we care.”

TUCKER MOORE

BETH MYERS

KARLA NOLTE

KATHRYN OXFORD

RHONDA PINCKARD

DREW POTTER

Hotchkiss K-8

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Hotchkiss K-8

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7th-8th Grades 12 years of teaching

7th & 8th Grades 1 year of teaching

4th Grade 15 years of teaching

4th Grade 20 years of teaching

3rd Grade 20 years of teaching

9th-12th Grades 7 years of teaching

“I like to hope that my influence has made a positive difference in a young person’s life, and that as a result of the time spent here at HK8 a student feels more confident than ever of his/her abilities.”

“The kids. Each one of them has so much to offer. It is an amazing job to be able to help them grow as an individual.”

“I became a teacher in order to make a difference in children’s lives. What do I enjoy about teaching? Bill, Sam, Jennifer, James...all my kids!”

“I enjoy getting to know my students as individuals. Watching them grow and change throughout the school year is rewarding and interesting.”

“I became a teacher and enjoy teaching for the same reason – watching and helping kids grow, learn, and be inspired to do their best.”

“I enjoy teaching mainly because of the high pay and the 12-months-a-year job. My students and players are all great in every aspect of life.”

K-12th Grades 6 years of teaching “I enjoy sharing my passion for creating. When a kid’s eyes light up and you can see that they’re loving what they’re doing, it’s a beautiful thing.”

“Teachers were very important in my life, they inspired me to go above and beyond what I thought was possible.

I would like to do that for some of our students.”

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BLM releases Bowie mine lease modifications for review On Monday, April 30, the Bureau of Land Management released a preliminary Environmental Assessment and unsigned Finding of No Significant Impact for public comment regarding the proposed coal lease modifications at the Bowie mine about five miles northeast of Paonia.

The EA evaluates the

continuation of mining operations adjacent to Bowie Resources, LLC existing federal coal leases. Bowie’s application consisted of adding a total of about 500 acres to leases COC37210 and COC61209 in order to prevent the bypassing of about 3.25 million recoverable tons of federal coal.

The BLM Uncom–

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pahgre Field Office, in accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920, the Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands of 1947 and the Uncompahgre Basin Resource Management Plan is responsible for analyzing the leasing proposal through the National Environmental Policy Act. The coal lease modifications surface area includes private and public lands in which BLM manages a portion of the surface.

The Bowie No. 2 Mine has been in operation since November 1997 and produced about 2.5 million tons of coal in

2011. Currently, the mine employs 297 employees, and the majority of these employees, as well as their families, live in communities in Delta County. Total direct economic benefits associated with the coal mines within the North Fork Valley exceed $60 million annually.

Delta County received $860,000 in tax revenues from Bowie in 2011, which was the largest revenue source for the County for the year.

To review the EA and FONSI, go to http://www. blm.gov/co/st/en/BLM_ Information/nepa/ufo. html.

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Montessori students excel North Fork Community Montessori School students placed first through third during the Delta County School District Spelling Bee on April 19.

The spelling bee champions are (left to right) third place winner Grace Deck, first place winner Andy Nyikos and second place winner Baxter Waltermire. Nyikos won last year as a fourthgrader and this year as a fifth-grader. Nyikos and Waltermire were also in the top five last year.

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Newcomb donates Victorian dollhouse to musuem

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The presentation this Saturday at the HotchkissCrawford Historical Museum is indeed a special one.

Sue Newcomb will share about her personal passion for creating the Victorian dollhouse which she just donated to the museum. Newcomb will explain the history of this historically-accurate home in miniature. Each room is meticulously appointed and has so many features that it is important for people to hear her presentation May 5 at 1:30 p.m. The museum, located at 180 South 2nd Street in Hotchkiss, opens at 1 p.m.

Newcomb was in her forties when she was asked to complete a dollhouse kit for a girl named Kelly. Her father didn’t have time to build it. So, after five years, the parents asked Newcomb.

That began Newcomb’s passion for dollhouses. It took her three months of eight-hour days to complete her first dollhouse.

“I got the dollhouse bug. I went to the library and got a picture of a Victorian house,” Newcomb said. “One snowy day I drew floorplans and the elevations. I worked on it for 10 years, on and off.

I did many houses and room boxes. . . over that same period of time. In 2000, I finished it enough to where I displayed it in the Buffalo Collection window for Christmas.”

Every year or two she would decorate her dollhouse and invite people to come see it at her place on Powell Mesa.

When she lived in Colorado Springs, she and her friends would make items for their dollhouses every week.

Photos by Kathy Browning

Every detail is meticulous in this Victorian Dollhouse created by Sue Newcomb of Powell Mesa. She has donated the dollhouse to the Hotchkiss-Crawford Historical Museum. She will be giving a presentation at the museum this Saturday, May 5 at 1:30 p.m. Below, is the kitchen which includes a cat near his dish. The dollhouse has 11 rooms, each valued at a minimum of $1,000.

Kathy McKee, co-curator of the museum, said Newcomb had visited with Karen Martin, a member of the Hotchkiss-Crawford Historical Society and wondered if the museum would be interested in her dollhouse. Martin presented the idea to the society’s board.

“It was decided to first see the display before making a decision. When the group arrived at Sue’s house she was out in the field on her John Deere tractor!” McKee said. “She came to show the group the

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dollhouse, which was set up in her husband’s shop.

One look and the group knew that it belonged in the museum.

“Plans were made for the move and Sue arranged to bring it herself. First she had to disassemble all the intricate decorations and furnishings and then load the house in the back of her truck. She and her husband, Frank, brought it to the museum ready to unload. Carefully carrying it in, it was set up very quickly. Sue put it back together will all the trim-

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mings and it was ready to display for the public,” McKee said.

Newcomb has purchased some of the interior items for the rooms, but many she has handcrafted including furnishings and tiny rugs all herself. The dollhouse has an entire library of books, each one made by Newcomb. A desk on the second floor is full of stationery. She has wired the dollhouse for electricity, and the rooms glisten with light. The dollhouse has a carriage entrance and an orangerie.

Newcomb plans to change the decorations for different seasons and holidays. For autumn, 10,000 maple leaves will be placed on the lawn. She loves to decorate for Halloween, the harvest, Thanksgiving and Christmas. A one-inch scale horse and sleigh will be used for Christmas.

Newcomb gave the museum the dollhouse on the stipulation that it never be sold. She is preparing a detailed book for the museum which will have photographs, stories, the blueprint and room by room specifics.

On Friday, May 11 the museum will open for summer hours and special times for the Hotchkiss Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials. It will be open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through the summer.

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Macias pitches ‘Dogs’ to win April and falling to 2A Paonia on April 16, the After suffering their Cedaredge Bruins were first loss of the season hoping to halt a threeto Hotchkiss in early game losing streak at

BY TAMIE MECK

DCI Sports Writer

Hotchkiss on April 24.

The game was also a battle for second place in the 3A Western Slope League, which slipped out

Photo by Tamie Meck

Bulldog Conner Beard slides safely into second base for a double as his fingertips reach the bag just under the tag of Cedaredge shortstop Trent Walker. For the second time this season, the Bulldogs came out on top against the Bruins, claiming a 3-1 win at Hotchkiss on April 24. The two teams end regular season play this weekend with Cedaredge hosting Olathe and Hotchkiss Coal Ridge.

of the Bruins’ hands after twin losses to first place Rifle the prior weekend.

But the game turned into a battle of the pitchers, with Bulldog Edgar Macias pitching a complete game for 14 strikeouts, no hits, and a 3-1 win.

The Bruins’ sole run came in the top of the sixth when James Ledonne scored from second on a grounder by Greg Edgington to bring Cedaredge to within one run. With the bases loaded and the Bruins’ tying run on third, shortstop Jacobe Galley snagged a grounder by Trent Walker and made a bull’s- eye throw to Jaime Rodriguez for the tag at home. Macias walked Sterling Rose, and the bases were again loaded. With two outs, Macias struck out Aaron Henrie.

Devan Rupe scored the first Bulldog run in the bottom of the fourth. Rupe singled on

County tennis nears end

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

All four Delta County tennis teams wrapped up scheduled matches last Thursday, with Hotchkiss edging out Cedaredge, 43, and Delta dominating Paonia.

The 4A Region 8 tournament, which is being hosted by Delta, is expected to be tough for all four schools.

The only school that none of the Delta County teams has gone head to head with this season is Steamboat Springs, largely because of the long-distance travel required.

The Lady Sailors typically dominate the regional tournament, and are the only Western

Slope 4A team to produce a state champion in the past four years.

Durango is also a dominant force this season, said Delta head coach Christina Curtis. Lady Panther one doubles Becca Korthuis and Barbara Gutierrez posted a win over Durango at the Delta County tournament, “and we’re pretty excited about that,” said Curtis.

All in all, it’s been a good season for the Lady Panthers, added Curtis, but with 11 seniors, “Next year could be tough.”

Paonia one singles Annavah Kropp has been gaining momentum this season and has a shot at getting past the first

round. Kropp has had a successful season, but fell to Delta’s Alaisa Melgoza, 6-1, 6-3 on Thursday.

Cedaredge coach Don McFadden anticipates a tough day at Canyon View, but praised his team for a good season. “We’ve definitely turned our game around since the start of the season,” said McFadden at the Hotchkiss matches. “Some younger players are doing some really good things,” and that bodes well for future seasons.

With their top five players graduating this year, the Lady Bulldogs hope to end the season on a positive note. “We have a wide spectrum of players,” said assistant coach

Ginnie Farnsworth. She cited the matches against Aspen as a high point of the season.

“We’re very proud of our play against Aspen,” said Farnsworth, who is finishing her first season of coaching tennis.

Aspen’s players are wellcoached, and with access to courts year-round, they play tough. “That type of game is so mental. Our girls could have just given up, and they didn’t.”

With 25 players on the Hotchkiss roster, managers, Brydie Mitchell, David Oviedo, Tony Ibarra and Polo Ibarra, who have all played competitive tennis, have been TENNIS TO B6

Hotchkiss tracksters on track for 3A state meet

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

With just one more meet remaining before league competition, the Hotchkiss boys 1600- and 3200-meter relay teams are still in the top 10 in state Class 3A rankings.

At Saturday’s Montrose Invitational, the 1600m team of Dylan Hill, Palmer Keegan, Braeden Horton and Alex Smith placed third, as did the 3200m team of

Tell Hawk, Vikash Hypio, Smith and Cody Bartlett.

The 3200m team also knocked five seconds off their best time, which was good news for anchor runner Cody Bartlett.

They are ranked in the top 10 in state, and the new time of 8:36.4 will give them a little more security. “Maybe now we can get a break and focus on individual events,” said Bartlett, who is oh so close to hitting that

Photo by Tamie Meck

Beth Wood hands off to Arial Duncan in Saturday’s 800m sprint medley relay. The Hotchkiss girls team is hoping for a repeat state championship in the event.

list of top 18 fastest times in the 800, and is currently ranked in the top 18 in the 1600.

Bartlett, a junior, returned to Hotchkiss last fall after spending several years at Windsor. Competition is tough at 4A Windsor, which often competes against 5A schools, said Bartlett, a four-sport athlete for Hotchkiss. It was next to impossible to place. But at Hotchkiss, Bartlett is placing at every meet.

“It’s a little more my speed,” said Bartlett, who shaved more than a quarter of a second off of his time Saturday to place third overall in the 800.

The boys team earned 46.5 points to place seventh out of 13 teams.

The 400-meter relay team of Hypio, Dylan Hill, Hawk and Earl Gaub placed sixth. In individual events, Hypio placed eighth in the 100, and Kurt Katzdorn was fourth in the 3200.

Palmer set a new personal triple jump best of 37-10 to place third, and Mason Oxford threw 12502 for the bronze in the discus.

Hotchkiss girls Kelli Buhrdorf keeps getting faster. The sophomore set a new personal best time of 13.17 seconds to place third out of a field of 43 in the 100meter dash at Montrose.

Teammate Beth Wood placed seventh.

The girls team earned 64 points to place sixth

overall.

Natalie Anderson placed first in the 3200 with a season-best time of 11 minutes, 44.5 seconds, with Nikki Buhrdorf placing fourth.

The 400-meter relay team of Jessie Mautz, Savannah Rocha, Kelli Buhrdorf and Arial Duncan placed third; the 800 team of Beth Wood, Mautz, Rocha and Kelli Buhrdorf placed fifth; and the 1600 team of Mautz, Isabel Silverstein, Tiffany Clock and Arial Duncan was sixth. With one meet remaining before league competition, Hotchkiss remains favored to win the 1600 relay at the 3A Western Slope League meet, scheduled for May 10-11 in Grand Junction.

In a very tight race, Hotchkiss runners Nikki Buhrdorf, Anderson, Jenni Celis and Clock edged out Delta High School to win the 3200 relay.

Rocha cleared 4 feet, 10 inches to place third in the high jump. It was an off day, said the junior who remains ranked in the top 10 in the event at 5-1.

Silverstein set new personal best distances to place ninth in the long jump and eighth in the triple jump.

Kylie Hodges placed sixth in the shot put and upped her personal best distance by more than 8 feet to place fourth in the discus.

a grounder to right field, and advanced to second on an overthrown ball to first. Rupe stole third, and a missed fly ball to right field allowed him to score.

With Rodriguez on third and Galley on first, the Bulldogs threatened to widen their lead, but the Bruins pulled off a rather unconventional double play. With Drew Beach preparing to pitch, Galley was tagged after an attempted steal of second. Rodriguez took advantage of the action and headed home, but he also got caught.

The inning ended on a

strikeout by Beach, leaving two more Bulldogs stranded.

The Bruins brought in Sterling Rose to pitch in the sixth. Rose struck out Macias, and Conner Beard hit a grounder that took a high hop over the second baseman. Beard slid in under the tag at second for a double, then advanced to third on a passed ball, coming home on a single by Russ Evans.

Rose ended the sixth inning with three Ks. Cedaredge was unable to score in the seventh, and the game ended with a strikeout by Macias.

HHS’ Horton to miss state track

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

Whether he’s throwing a football in the state playoffs or sprinting the 100-meter dash, Braeden Horton’s competitive nature won’t let him give anything but all he’s got.

Horton is a member of three sprint relay teams for Hotchkiss, including the 1600-meter team that is all but guaranteed a trip to this year’s 3A state track meet.

He’s giving his all, despite the fact he won’t get to the state meet.

“There’s an international science fair that I’m going to be competing at the same week as state,” said Horton after competing in Saturday’s 100m dash. “It’s kind of bad timing on that, but I got selected to compete, so I’m going there.”

Horton along with Vikash Hypio, Beth Wood and Nikki Buhrdorf qualified for the International Science and Engineering Fair, scheduled for May 13-18, although Hypio has elected to run at state. Girls tennis team manager Brydie Mitchell also qualified.

In relays, the team qualifies for state, not the individuals, but Horton will continue to compete with the team through the league meet. He’s still working hard and doing “the little things” to get his team to state. “It’s a competition, so of course I’m taking it seriously,” said Horton, a four-year veteran for the Bulldogs football team.

This is Horton’s second season to run track.

His freshman and junior

years he made a daily, three-hour commute to play lacrosse for Grand Junction High School.

“It was a lot of driving,” said Horton, whose dad, Douglas, is the athletics director at Hotchkiss High School. “Lacrosse is a really fun sport. It’s kind of unique and not really well-known in Colorado.”

This year, he opted to stay off the highway. “I wanted to play lacrosse, but the time to drive down there is a little bit too much,” said Horton.

Horton said his biggest accomplishment in sports was in making it to the 3A semifinals in football two years in a row, including his senior year at starting quarterback. “I’ve been on great teams four years in a row,” he said.

With just two weeks of school remaining, he’s busy focusing on track and the science fair, “So it really hasn’t hit me yet, but I’m sure that it will in the next couple of weeks.”

Horton plans to study economics and play football at Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa, an NCAA Division III school. Horton will most likely play at receiver or defensive back.

He also has family in Grinnell and stayed with them while visiting. “I just kind of fell in love with it,“ he said. “It just seemed like the right fit.”

This summer he plans to continue training, and “just try to enjoy it a little bit before I have to head out in August.”

Photo by Tamie Meck

Braeden Horton sprints to the finish in the 100meter dash at Saturday’s Montrose Invitational. The senior has qualified for state in relays, but he won’t be at the state meet. He is among four Hotchkiss students attending a science fair instead.

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Panther track teams 2nd at Montrose team, which has been the class of the field, was outdueled down the stretch of the final leg when Hotchkiss’ Jennifer Celis caught Cleo Whiting to score a win for the first time against the Delta foursome. Delta’s time was 10:02.82 while Hotchkiss’ winning time was 10:02.64. Delta’s

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Delta’s successful top five finishes in track continued this past week with both the Panthers’ boys and girls teams placing second in the 13-team boys and 14-team girls divisions.

The Panther boys scored 102 points to finish second in the team race with Rifle winning the title with 115 points.

Cedaredge was the top 3A team on Saturday and was fourth with 94 points. Hotchkiss had 46.5 points to place seventh and Paonia eighth with 39 points.

Rifle stole the show with five first place finishes at the meet. Ryan Moeller was a double winner with top times in the 100 and 200m dashes.

The Bears’ relay teams (400, 800, and 1600) were all winners.

Delta had a pair of individual winners in Jake Ames and Ethan Jack Baier.

Baier was one of two record-setters at this year’s meet. A jump of 42-8.5 established a new meet record in the triple jump. Cedaredge’s Danny Martinez set the second new standard with a jump of 6-5 in the high jump.

Ames won the 800m run with his time of 2:02.50 on Saturday. In the early part of the track season, Ames clocked a time of 2:09.72 in the Delta Invitational on March 17. He placed fourth in that race. Two weeks later, Ames ran a 2:05.33 at the Cedaredge Invitational to win that race.

Baier, as usual, spread his energy and talent in a variety of events, including a shot at the 100m dash in Montrose. He fin-

3200m relay team is made up of Clarissa and Cleo Whiting, Broyles, and Kyla Ownbey.

A couple of third-place finishes came from Patti Chapman in the triple jump and Bry Music in the shot put.

Earning fourth-place points were Ayasha Richards (200m dash), Adara

Sandoval (400m dash), and Gafford in high jump competition.

The team of Kaylee Britain, Natalie Marvin, Chapman and Sandoval placed fifth in the 800m sprint medley.

Delta’s track teams are in Cedaredge this week (Friday) for the Bruin Invitational.

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta’s Jake Ames and Cedaredge’s Danny Martinez share thoughts during a lull in their respective schedules last week at the Montrose Invitational. ished with a time of 11.78 to place seventh. Baier’s first-place finish on Saturday was in the triple jump. He leaped 42-8.5 to win the event. Baier has won the triple jump six times in 2012 with 437.25 being his best jump at the Mickey Dunn on March 24.

Delta’s 3200m relay team has something working as well. The Panthers have won several meets in the event with last week’s 8:25.76 marking the best of the season so far. Members of the team include Daniel De La Rosa, Colin Fraser, Dustin Ownbey and Ames.

The Panther boys scored second-place points from E.J. Baier in the long jump (20-2.5) and Brandon Campbell in the shot put competition (46-1.75).

Third-place points were scored by Daniel De La Rosa in the 3200m run, Irvin Hernandez in the 300m hurdles, and E.J. Baier in the high jump.

Zach Decker (400m dash), Ownbey (1600m run), and Blake Velasquez (discus) all placed fourth while De La Rosa, Campbell, and Delta’s 800m relay team tacked on fifth-place points.

Check today’s scoreboard section on B8 for more times and distances.

Delta’s Lady Panthers had themselves a relatively good day with 109 points and second place behind Rifle and their 119 points.

Skylyn Webb scored the Lady Panther’s first win of the day in the 100m dash with a time of 12.8. Webb also helped secure second-place finishes for Delta in the 400m and 800m relays.

Clarissa Whiting claimed the second firstplace finish for Delta

with a time of 5:16.94 in the 1600m run. Sister Cleo placed second in 5:17.53.

Other second-place finishes for the Lady Panthers included MacKennea Broyles in the 3200m (13:02.16) and Natalie Larkin in the triple jump (33-7.75).

Joining Webb in the 400m and 800m relays that produced secondplace finishes were Callie Gafford and Taylor and Erin Zunich.

Delta’s 3200m relay

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta’s Taylor Zunich prepares to hand the baton to Skylyn Webb at the first exchange zone of the 4 x 200m relay in Montrose. Two lanes left of the Delta runners is Cedaredge’s Sierra Williams who is about to receive the baton from Tani Zamarripa. The Lady Bruins won the race with Delta placing second with times of 1:45.05 and 1:48.32 respectively.

Montrose outhits Delta

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Montrose is a 4A baseball team playing in a 5A division. The Indians have put together a good season in 2012 with an 11-3 overall mark and 4-3 in the tough 5A SWL. Only Durango, the league leader, has beaten the Indians twice this season. Grand Junction was the other loss for the

Indians.

Delta has been a thorn in the side of Montrose some years, but, this was not one of those years.

Montrose defeated the Panthers 6-0 on March 22 and more recently (April 24) outslugged Delta 10-1.

The Indians worked starting Delta pitcher Jordan Sandoval and his replacement, Tyler San-

doval, for 11 hits and 10 runs. Jordan Sandoval worked the first three frames giving up eight hits and seven runs. Tyler worked four innings and gave up just three hits and three runs.

Montrose eased to a 10 lead after one inning of play and held a 7-0 lead going to the bottom of the third.

A scoring spurt in the

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta’s Panthers were looking to make amends from their first encounter with Montrose’s Indians on March 22 where they fell 6-0. Last week’s game, with the Indians wasn’t exactly what Delta wanted as Montrose outhit the Panthers 11-6 to score a 10-1 decision. Isaiah Kathrein beats the throw from Montrose’s second baseman after driving a double to right-center.

third inning delivered Delta’s only run on a double from Keaton Reiher to score Kenny Wood who had reach on a single earlier in the inning.

Montrose picked up a pair of runs in the fifth and one more in the sixth to account for their 10 runs.

There were only three errors recorded in the game with the Panthers charged with committing two of them. Of the six Delta players who had hits, Reiher and Isaiah Kathrein had doubles.

Montrose’s offense was fueled by the three-forthree plate performance

by Haynes.

Delta is 6-3 in league play and 9-7 overall to sit in second place behind Palisade who is 9-0 and 14-2.

The Panthers will conclude their regular-season schedule this week with games against Palisade (Tuesday, May 1) and a doubleheader with Eagle Valley’s Devils in Gypsum on Saturday.

Post-season play will be determined once all regular-season games have been played and records compiled for seeding purposes.

Bruins regroup with 2 wins

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Cedaredge’s Bruins regrouped after losing four straight games and earned doubleheader victories in Parachute over

Grand Valley’s Cardinals. Cedaredge picked up 18 hits in a 16-1 win in game one and then pounded out 15 more to run past the Cardinals 17-3 in game two.

Cedaredge had lost to Paonia, Rifle (2), and Hotchkiss on March 24 for a four-game losing streak that is more than rare for the Bruins and coach Randy Brown.

The Bruins’ opening game with Grand Valley started slowly with

the Bruins posting single runs in the second and third innings to lead 2-0 entering the fourth.

A solid offensive effort plated five more runs for Cedaredge in the top of the fourth for a 7-0 lead.

Grand Valley failed to score in the bottom of the inning and neither team scored in the fifth.

The Bruins had their best offensive inning in the sixth where they wore a path around the bases for nine runs and a 16-0

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lead. The Cardinals prevented the shutout with a one run fifth.

For Cedaredge, Sam and Peter Williamson shared a three-hit day with Trent Walker. Drew Beach had a pair of doubles and Dillon Nicholas on double for the Bruins.

Edgington and Nicholas led the RBIs category with two each.

Beach was the winning pitcher after going five innings and recording 11 strikeouts. Beach has 73 strikeouts and a 6-2 record for 2012.

Sterling Rose started on the hill for Cedaredge in game two and went just two innings before giving way to eventual winning pitcher, Trent Walker. Rose is 5-2 on the year and Walker picked up his first win against

Photo by Tamie Meck

Cedaredge 3S player Brianna Henrie returns a shot to Amber Rankin of Hotchkiss. The Lady Bruins and Lady Bulldogs faced off in the final matches of the season before heading into regional competition, which begins Thursday morning.

CONTINUED FROM B5 invaluable, added Farnsworth. She noted that that’s a sentiment all coaches would extend to their managers. Managers do everything they’re asked, and with a good attitude, she said.

Seeding will be announced later today (Wednesday), with the first matches scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. tomorrow, at Canyon View Park.

no losses against the Cardinals.

Cedaredge got off to a better start in the second game with four runs to open the game.

The game’s biggest blow came in the third inning where Cedaredge blasted Cardinal pitching for 10 runs and a 14-0 lead. Another three runs in the fourth gave the Bruins their 17 runs. Grand Valley’s three runs came in the bottom of the fifth.

Walker led Cedaredge’s offense with three hits while teammates Edgington, Sam Williamson, Rose, Beach and James Ledonne picked up two hits each in the win. Edgington, Sam Williamson and Walker all had doubles for the Bruins.

Cedaredge’s offense is led by Walker’s .500 bating average while Beach, Peter Williamson, and Sam Williamson have batting averages of .473, .451, and .429 respectively. Five other players are batting .300 or better.

The Bruins will complete their regular season schedule on May 5 at home with Olathe in doubleheader action beginning at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

District and regional play is looming for 3A ball clubs in the next two weeks. Sites, opponents, and dates will be determined following final regular season matchups this weekend.

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Hotchkiss tied atop 3A WSL

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The weekend couldn’t have gone any better.

After defeating Cedaredge on April 24 (see related story) and claiming wins over Basalt Saturday and Aspen Monday, the Bulldogs are tied for first in 3A Western Slope League competition.

Rifle was one game ahead of the Bulldogs going into the weekend, but dropped their second game of the season Saturday, against Gunnison, leaving Hotchkiss and Rifle both with a 15-2 overall, 14-2 league record. Rifle will finish regular-season play with two games against Basalt (5-11, 5-10) on Friday and Hotchkiss will host Coal Ridge (3-12) Saturday.

If both teams end scheduled games with only two losses said Hotchkiss head coach Jason Yantzer, then Rifle wins the tiebreaker and Hotchkiss will place sec-

ond heading into district playoffs.

The Bulldogs are showing no signs of letting up as their schedule winds down. Yantzer said the games against Basalt “went very well.”

Hotchkiss ended game one against the Longhorns in five innings under the 10-run mercy rule. They opened with one run in the top of the first, then added six more runs in the second, aided by a grand slam homer

by Jacobe Galley, for a 7-1 lead. They wrapped up the game with four runs in the top of the fifth for the 12-1 win. Edgar Macias opened with nine strikeouts in four innings, and Galley closed out the game with three Ks. Hotchkiss held the Longhorns to just two hits for the game, scoring their sole run on a single RBI by Nick Calabro in the second.

Hotchkiss opened game two with two runs.

The Longhorns scored one run in the fourth and added a second in the fifth. The Bulldogs scored two runs in the sixth inning, “... but it was close until the seventh inning,” said Yantzer.

The Bulldogs held a mere two-run lead going into the final inning, then broke loose to score eight runs. The Longhorns could only muster one run in the final inning, and the Bulldogs walked away with a 14-5 win.

Jaime Rodriguez pitched a winning game two, said Yantzer, throwing nine strikeouts in four innings. Rodriguez had a great day at the plate, hitting for the cycle in game two. Rodriguez is the first Bulldog to perform that feat, which includes hitting a single, double, triple and home run, since Patrick Sullivan hit for the cycle against Coal Ridge in 2010.

In a make-up doubleheader on Monday after-

noon, the Bulldogs held the Aspen Skiers to just one run to win 17-1 and 10-0. Both games ended after five innings. The Skiers (0-16) are a young team of mostly freshmen

and sophomores, and are playing under a new head coach. They pulled off two double plays against the Bulldogs in game two, but otherwise posed little threat to their host

team.

Game one of Saturday’s doubleheader against Coal Ridge begins at 10 a.m., at the K-8 park, with game two scheduled to begin at noon.

Photo courtesy Nadine Wilson

The entire Hotchkiss baseball team awaits the arrival of Jacobe Galley after he clouted a grand slam home run against Basalt’s Longhorns in game one of doubleheader action last Saturday in Basalt. Galley’s blast came in the second inning and gave Hotchkiss a 7-1 lead. The two wins in Basalt enabled the Bulldogs to pull even (15-2) with Rifle after a Bear’s loss to Gunnison.

Martinez sets new high jump mark at Montrose

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Photo submitted

This photo tells it all; somebody just helped set a new all-time 3A state record in the 800m relay in Gunnison. This talented foursome have won all their 800m relays to date this year. Their winning time was 1:43.89 and eclipsed the old time of 1:44.45 set by LaJunta back in 2002. Team members are: left to right, Savannah McIntire, Sierra Williams, Tani Zamarripa and Becca Deal.

Eagles heading into playoffs with perfect conference record

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The Eagles wrapped up the regular season with two conference wins over Rangley Saturday.

The Eagles are alone at the top of the 2A Western Slope League with an 8-0 record.

Paonia will travel to Cortez on Saturday for the 2A District 2 tournament. They will open with a game against Ignacio (3-10 overall, 2-5 in San Juan Basin league), according to head coach Drew Potter.

Rangely will face Dolores (5-9, 3-2) at 10 a.m., and the winners will play for the league championship at approximately 3 p.m. The first-place will advance to the regional tournament on May 12.

With only one senior, Paonia placed eighth in last year’s state playoffs.

Potter said that, despite two wins against them early in the season, he expected a tough series on Saturday against the Panthers. Rangely was on a 10-game winning streak and had defeated Moffat County, Eagle Valley and Grand Valley. But within about a half an hour, it became clear that the Panthers’ winning streak was over.

From the start of the season, the Eagles have

strived to give non-starters experience in a variety of positions, which paid off well against Rangely.

With three starting outfielders and their catcher sitting the game out, Potter relied on freshmen and sophomores to fill in, including Tyler Jackson at right field, Michael Willmore at center field, and Josh Altman, Jesse Gillenwater and Joel Simianer at left field.

“Those kids really stepped up,” said Potter, “and the normal starters stepped up, too.”

KC Christian and Tyler Kendall got the team off to a strong start, both hitting doubles to open game one. From there, it was

all Paonia. Landon Long was one for three after hitting a home run — his third of the season.

Derek Heiniger pitched a complete game one for 13 strikeouts and the win.

In game two, the Eagles held a 16-run lead at the end of three innings, with Keaton Kropp going 3 for 3, including four RBIs. Paonia logged only three strikeouts for the game.

Potter said he’s not concerned about the potential on Saturday for back-to-back games.

If anyone has to come out, he’ll just look to the bench for a solid replacement.

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triple jump in an individual event. Sierra Williams, Savannah McIntire, Tani Zamarripa and Deal powered their way to the 800m relay title with a time of 1:45.05.

Delta, their closest competitor, finished with a 1:48.32.

Rachael Latta jumped 16-3 to place third in the long jump and Summer Herman was fifth in the 100m dash.

Kaitlyn Kissner was fifth in high jump competition and Latta went 32-6.5 to finish fifth in the triple jump.

Other times and distances for the Lady Bruins are found on page B8 in this week’s DCIS. The Bruins will host their second home meet of the season this Friday.

By Cedaredge Bruins’ standards, this past weekend was not the best their teams have performed overall. There were some outstanding efforts, including Danny Martinez’s record-setting high jump performance at the Montrose Invitational. Martinez cleared 6-5 to set the new mark.

The Bruin boys scored 94 points to finish fourth in the team race while the Lady Bruins tallied just 49 points to place eighth in their lowest finish of the season.

Rifle won the boys division with 115 points with Delta finishing second with 102 points.

The Lady Bears made it a sweep by winning the girls division with 119 points to runnerup Delta’s 109.

For the boys, Martinez highlighted the day with his effort in the high jump. Miguel Barajas found a new energy that propelled him to both the shot put and discus titles in Montrose. Barajas hurled the shot 46-6.5 for one of his better throws of the season, and sailed the discus 137-09 for another one of his top five efforts in that event.

Reid Gates had his string of wins in the high jump snapped, but he did Photo by Tamie Meck bring home a top finish Cedaredge’s Luke Wieben approaches the high in long jump competition jump pit where the bar rests at 5-8. Wieben cleared with a jump of 20-8.75 the bar and went on to clear 5-11 to place sixth. to win by more than six inches over his nearest competitor. Gates was second in the high jump with a jump of 6-0.

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Shot putter Tylor Balistreri continued his strong showing with a third in the shot while the 800m relay team of Markley, Gates, Xander Camp, and Ryan Latta placed third.

Martinez, Markley, Camp and Latta combined efforts in the 400m relay to place fourth.

Other Cedaredge top eight placers in the boys division may be found in today’s DCIS on page B8.

On most occasions, the Lady Bruin track team will post from four to six or seven first-place finishes in a given track meet. Last Saturday’s meet produced just two firsts with Rebecca Deal hitting 34-9.75 to win the

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TRACK Montrose Invitational April 28, 2012 Boys’ Team Standings 1. Rifle-Rif, 115; 2. Delta-Del, 102; 3.

Montrose-Mon, 99; 4. Cedaredge-Ced, 94; 5. Central-Cen, 53; 6. Telluride-Tel, 48.5; 7. Hotchkiss-Hot, 46.5; 8. Paonia-Pao, 39; 9. Basalt-Bas, 32; 10. Cortez-Cor, 29; 11.

Ouray-Our, 22; 12 Grand Junction-GJ, 14; 13. Olathe-Ola, 7.

Boys’ Individual Results 100m - 1. Ryan Moeller-Rif, 11.287; 7. Ethan Jack Baier-Del, 11.78; 8. Vikash Hypio-Hot, 11.82.

200m - 1. Kenny Chase-Cen, 23.30; 7. Devin Marquez-Del, 24.59.

400m - 1. Ryan Moeller-Rifle, 51.01; 4. Zach Decker-Del, 52.99.

800m - 1. Jake Ames-Del, 2:02.50; 3. Cody Bartlett-Hot, 2:04.87; 5. Trevor Walters-Pao, 2:08.84; 8. Dylan Buckallew-Ced, 2:12.06.

1600m - 1. Giulio DelPiccolo-Bas, 4:45.78; 4. Dustin Ownbey-Del, 4:53.39; 5. Daniel De La Rosa-Del, 4:54.28; 8. Jason SturgisPao, 5:03.48.

3200m 1. Mark Stogdill-Mon, 10:32.65; 3.

Daniel De La Rosa-Del, 10:37.84; 4. Kurt Katzdorn-Hot, 10:46.79; 6. Jason SturgisPao, 11:05.33.

110m Hurdles - 1. Taylor Webb-Rif, 15.66; 2.

Dante Markley-Ced, 16.03; 6. Steton BrewerCed, 17.62.

300m Hurdles - 1. Ethan Wood-Mon, 40.94; 3. Irvin Hernandez-Del, 42.46; 5. William Austin-Pao, 43.43; 6. Steton Brewer-Ced,

43.86.

400m Relay - 1. Rifle, 44.58; 4. Cedaredge, 46.08 (Danny Martinez, Dante Markley, Xander Camp, Ryan Latta); 6. Hotchkiss, 46.46 (Vikash Hypio, Dylan Hill, Tell Hawk, Earl Gaub).

800m Relay - 1. Rifle, 1:33.09; 3. Cedaredge, 1:35.69 (Dante Markley, Reid Gates, Xander Camp, Ryan Latta); 5. Delta, 1:38.79 (Irvin Hernandez, Devin Marquez, Colin Fraser, Zach Decker); 7. Olathe, 1:41.68.

1600m Relay - 1. Rifle, 3:38.13; 3. Hotchkiss, 3:45.08 (Dylan Hill, Keegan Palmer, Braeden Horton, Alex Smith); 4. Paonia, 3:46.66 (Trevor Walters, Anthony Roeber, William Austin, Josiah Spano); 7. Olathe, 4:04.36.

3200m Relay - 1. Delta, 8:25.76 (Daniel De La Rosa, Colin Fraser, Jake Ames, Dustin Ownbey); 3. Hotchkiss, 8:32.03 (Vikash Hypio, Tell Hawk, Cody Bartlett, Alex Smith); 4. Paonia, 8:43.79 (Trevor Walters, Jason Sturgin, Jesse Reed, Josiah Spano); 7. Delta ‘B’, 9:05.65 (Irvin Hernandez, Jacob Davignon, Zach Decker, Jonathon Kinderknecht).

800m Sprint Medley - 1. Cortez, 1:42.98; 2. Hotchkiss, 1:43.54 (Dylan Hill, Keegan Palmer, Braeden Hoton, River Panish); 6.

Paonia, 1:55.59 (Ethan Ferguson, Tristen Littlejohn, Isaac Ferguson, Zach Milner).

High Jump - 1. Danny Martinez-Ced, 6-5; 2.

Reid Gates-Ced, 6-0; 3. Ethan Jack Baier-Del, 5-10; 5. Anthony Roeber-Pao, 5-10; 6. Luke Wieben-Ced, 5-8; 8. Eian Baier-Del, 5-8.

Long Jump - 1. Reid Gates-Ced, 20-8.75; 2. Ethan Jack Baier-Del, 20-2.5; 5. Luke Wieben-Ced, 19-7; 6. Tanner Vernon-Ola, 19-6.75.

Triple Jump - 1. Ethan Jack Baier-Del, 428.5; 2. Ben Linnell-Pao, 38-8.75; 3. Keegan

Palmer-Hot, 37-10; 6. Eian Baier-Del, 372.25.

Shot Put - 1. Miguel Barajas-Ced, 46-6.5; 2. Brandon Campbell-Del, 46-1.75; 3. Tylor Balistreri-Ced, 44-7.5 5. Luke Wieben-Ced, 44-0; 6. Justin Music-Del, 43-9; 7. Tony Darling-Pao, 42-5.25.

Discus - 1. Miguel Barajas-Ced, 137-09; 3. Mason Oxford-Hot, 125-02; 4. Blake Velasquez-Del, 122-11; 5. Brandon CampbellDel, 121-11; 7. Reid Gates-Ced, 118-2.

Girls’ Team Standings 1. Rifle, 119; 2. Delta, 109; 3. Cortez, 81; 4.

Telluride, 76; 5. Rifle, 71; 6. Hotchkiss, 64; 7.

Montrose, 50; 8. Cedaredge, 49; 9. Olathe, 27; 10. Central, 26; 11. Ouray, 9; 12. Grand Junction, 7; 12. Basalt, 7; 14. Nucla, 1.

Girls’ Individual Results 100m - 1. Skylyn Webb-Del, 12.8; 3. Kelli Buhrdorf-Hot, 13.17; 4. Brooklynd EricksonPao, 13.38; 5. Summer Herman-Ced, 13.54; 6. Chelsea Martinez-Pao, 13.86; 7. Beth Wood-Hot, 13.91.

200m - 1. Lindsay Russell-Pao, 26.72; 4.

Ayasha Richards-Del, 28.88; 7. Alysha Richards-Del, 29.84.

400m - 1. Dana Shellhorn-Mon, 1:02.33; 4. Adara Sandoval-Del, 1:06.03; 6. Taylor Plymale-Pao, 1:07.51; 7. Haley Millard-Del, 1:07.92.

800m - 1. Josephine Bush-Tel, 2:24.11; 2.

Chelsy Reed-Pao, 2:26.96; 5. MacKennea Broyles-Del, 2:34.89; 8. Jessica SullivanCed, 2:38.43.

1600m - 1. Clarissa Whiting-Del, 5:16.94; 2. Cleo Whiting-Del, 5:17.53; 6. Jessica Sullivan-Ced, 5:59.29; 8. Braiden ClementPao, 6:18.97.

3200m 1. Natalie Anderson-Hot, 11:44.50; 2.

MacKennea Broyles-Del, 13:02.16; 4. Nikki Buhrdorf, 13:33.46; 5. Braiden ClementPao, 13:54.08; 7. Vela Bair-Pao, 14:29.69; 8.

Denise Ceballos-Ola, 15:40.82 100m Hurdles - 1. Lindsey Stindt-Tel, 15.77; 4. Kalie Hubbard-Ola, 17.6; 7. Kristen Alward-Ced, 18.33.

300m Hurdles - 1. Lindsey Stindt-Tel, 46.16; 5. Morgan Hartigan-Pao, 51.40.

400m Relay - 1. Paonia, 51.96 (Morgan Hartigan, Brooklynd Erickson, Gabrielle Moet, Eaton Hartigan); 2. Delta, 52.13 (Callie Gafford, Skylyn Webb, Taylor Zunich, Erin Zunich); 3. Hotchkiss, 52.67 (Jessie Mautz, Savannah Rocha, Kelli Buhrdorf, Arial Duncan); 6. Olathe, 54.75.

800m Relay - 1. Cedaredge, 1:45.05 (Sierra Williams, Savannah McIntire, Tani Zamarripa, Rebecca Deal); 2. Delta, 1:48.32 (Callie Gafford, Skylyn Webb, Taylor Zunich, Erin Zunich); 3. Paonia, 1:49.34 (Lindsay Russell; Chelsy Reed, Taylor Polson, Morgan Hartigan); 4. Olathe, 1:50.37; 5.

Hotchkiss, 1:51.93 (Beth Wood, Jessie Mautz, Savannah Rocha, Kelli Buhrdorf).

1600m Relay - 1. Paonia, 4:12.02; 6.

Hotchkiss, 4:36.71 (Jessie Mautz, Isabel Silverstein, Tiffany Clock, Arial Duncan); 8.

Olathe, 4:45.74.

3200m Relay - 1. Hotchkiss, 10:02.64 (Nikki Buhrdorf, Natalie Anderson, Jennifer Celis, Tiffany Clock); 2. Delta, 10:02.82 (Clarissa Whiting, MacKennea Broyles, Kyla Ownbey, Cleo Whiting); 3. Paonia, 10:15.70 (Chelsy Reed, Carson Pipher, Taylor Polson, Taylor Plymale); 5. Olathe, 11:36.80); 6. Delta ‘B’, 12:27.84 (Vanessa Pinela, Elena Hanning, Dakota Wheatly, Taylor Jensen).

800m Sprint Medley Relay - 1. Cortez,

Delta County Independent 1:56.19; 2. Paonia, 1:56.57 (Lindsay Russell, Ce’rra Carsten, Chelsea Martinez, Gabrielle Moet); 3. Olathe, 1:58.38; 5. Delta, 2:00.22 (Kaylee Britain, Natalie Marvin, Patti Chapman, Adara Sandoval); 7. Hotchkiss, 2:02.39 (Beth Wood, Jessie Mautz, Kelli Buhrdorf, Arial Duncan).

High Jump - 1. Carsyn Copeland-Rif, 5-3; 2. Ce’rra Carsten-Pao, 4-10; 3. Savannah Rocha-Hot, 4-10; 4. Callie Gafford-Del, 4-8; 5. Kaitlyn Kissner-Ced, 4-8.

Long Jump - 1. Brooklynd Erickson-Pao, 16-3.5; 3. Rachael-Ced, 16-2.25; 4. Easton Hartigan-Pao, 14-10.25; 5. Ce’rra CarstenPao, 14-8.5; 7. Chelsea Martinez-Pao, 145.5; 8. Katie Nelson-Ola, 14-4.5; 9. Isabel Silverstein-Hot, 14-2.25.

Triple Jump - 1. Rebecca Deal-Ced, 349.75; 2. Natalie Larkin-Del, 33-7.75; 3. Patti Chapman-Del, 33-5.25; 4. Ce’rra CarstenPao, 33-2.5; 5. Rachael Latta-Ced, 32-6.5; 7. Gabrielle Moet-Pao, 32-0; 8. Isabel Silverstein-Hot, 31-1.5.

Shot Put - 1. Joey Kuheim-Rif, 38-11; 3.

Bryanna Music-Del, 34-1.5; 4. Morgan Hartigan-Pao, 33-10; 6. Kylie Hodges-Hot, 32-4.5; 7. Kaitlyn Kissner-Ced, 31-8.75.

Discus - 1. Joey Kuheim-Rif, 125-2; 4. Kylie Hodges-Hot, 108-4; 6. Kaitlyn Kissner-Ced, 106-0; 7. Bryanna Music-Del, 99-7.

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Paonia track teams excel

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The Paonia girls track team has historically attracted a strong freshman class, said head coach Brian Mitchem.

This year is no exception.

And while this year’s incoming freshman competitors may be small in numbers — Brooklynd Erickson, Taylor Plymale, Morgan Hartigan and Easton Hartigan, all four have already qualified for state. And they all just keep getting better.

At Saturday’s Montrose Invitational, the 400-meter relay team of Morgan and Easton Hartigan, Erickson and Gabrielle Moet placed first. Moet, an exchange student from Holland, is a senior, but is new at the sport, said Mitchem.

Moet is also ranked in the top 10 in the long jump, as is Erickson, who won the event at Montrose.

Also placing first was the 1600 relay team of Lindsay Russell, Chelsy Reed, Taylor Polson and

Plymale.

Of Paonia’s five relay teams, all have a strong chance of qualifying for state, said Mitchem, and two remain in the top three after last weekend’s competition.

In individual track events, Paonia has at least one runner ranked in each of the three sprints, and Braiden Clement is ranked in the 3200. In hurdles, Taylor Polson is in the top 10 in the 300 hurdles, and Carsten, who placed second in Saturday’s high jump, will make a return trip to state in that event.

Carsten is also ranked in the long jump, as is Mandy Bushta. Both are repeat state qualifiers.

With two meets remaining before state, it’s possible that more jumpers could qualify, said Mitchem.

In field events, Kayla Lachney is in the top 18 in the shot put with a best distance of 32 feet, 2 inches, and Morgan Hartigan is ranked in the top five.

While the girls team has dominated the WSL for the past five years, “We’ve never been this deep before,” said Mitchem.

The girls team also earned 119 points to win at Montrose, which Mitchem said he wasn’t aware of until Saturday night when he saw the results. It was their first team win of the season.

They’ve been within a few points at earlier meets, but there was always one or two key athletes missing due to injury or illness. “We finally have everybody back,” just in time for league, said Mitchem.

Paonia Boys Two Paonia high jumpers are working hard to qualify for the 2A state championships, and they’ve got nowhere to go but up.

Sophomore Ben Linnell and senior Anthony Roeber are ranked in the top 18 — Linnell after clearing 5 feet, 9 inches early in the season, and Roeber after clearing 5-

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10 to place fifth at Saturday’s Montrose Invitational.

Roeber said he started high jumping in middle school. A long jumper and state-qualifying relay team member, he qualified for state in the high jump last season with a height of 6 feet. A starting player on the Eagles

basketball team, Roeber injured his left ankle his junior year, and his left knee this season. The injuries weren’t enough to keep him from competition, but they affected his speed, he said, and as a consequence, his ability to jump.

To remain competitive in the high jump, he had

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Carissa Sidor signs her Letter of Intent to Adams State College in Alamosa as her parents, Chuck and Teresa Sidor, sister Stephanie, and Delta County soccer girl’s coach Julie Mottern look on. Carissa will play soccer and study veterinarian medicine.

NOTICE OF REVIEW OF A SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION Pursuant to the Delta County Specific Development Regulations you are hereby notified that Edward Scartezina, applicant and landowner, has applied for approval to relocate an existing business located at 26767 Cedar Mesa Road in Delta County to a new location. The new location will be located in Section 7, Township 15 South, Range 94 West, of the 6th Principal Meridian with a physical location of 22235 and 22239 H75 Road, Delta, CO. This location was formerly the site of the All American Gravel Pit operation.

The following information was taken directly from the application provided by the applicant: Reclamation Abandonment Completion Services (RACS, LLC) is a Colorado Limited Liability Company that provides support to both the coal mines and oil and gas industry by drilling D gas wells, monitoring holes, exploration holes and by reclamation of abandoned well sites as required by government regulations. RACS currently is operating from its current location at 26767 Cedar Mesa Road in Cedaredge, Colorado 81413 under Specific Development Plan #SD06-010 and at this site, pursuant to that plan does metal fabrication for their own equipment, service of their own equipment, stores their own supplies including dry tank storage, provides parking and storage for 15-20 pieces of their own equipment, provides office headquarters and stages the 10+/- employees for assignment.

All drilling activity is completed off site. Due to the increase of energy related activity, the company has now outgrown its current approved site and needs to expand to a larger facility.

The new site currently has irrigated pastures and hay fields, a mobile home, garage, a 30’x40’ shop, and other support buildings associated with a gravel operation that had previously been approved for Kent Cotton, dba All American Resources. Future expansion will be a 60’x100’ shop for fabrication and service of their own equipment.

There will be 10-15 ADTs with a reduced amount on weekends when necessity demands. Deliveries of supplies are less than 5 per month by trucks. The 10-15 ADTs are mostly personal vehicles and pick up trucks. The larger equipment is primarily on jobs and mobilized from one job to the next job with storage and maintenance. a. Personal Vehicles average weights 4000 lbs 10-15 ADTs b. Truck deliveries UPS, bob tails 10,000 lbs 1 ADT c. 2 drill rigs avg. weight 88,000 lbs 8 yearly d. 4 Mixer trucks avg. weight 22,000 lbs 16 yearly e. Winch truck av. weight 25,000 lbs 24 yearly The larger vehicles will head west on H75 to 2200 Road to Hwy. 92 toward their destinations in any direction, primarily in other areas of Colorado or the western states.

Noise will be minimal as most metal fabrication and vehicle maintenance activity will be conducted inside the shop(s).

Visual impact will be less than currently exists on the property since the gravel pits are 10-12 feet below ground level and will be utilized for parking and storage of equipment and vehicles.

The majority of the land will remain as agricultural ground for corn, hay and livestock.

Comments on the proposed development may be submitted, prior to May 14, 2012 to the Delta County Planning Department at the Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, #115, Delta, CO 81416 or e-mail to planning@deltacounty.com or by faxing to 874-2500. If you have any questions, you may call the Planning Department at 874-2110.

to learn to launch from his right leg. It was a difficult adjustment, he said. “One day, I just said let’s try it. And it turns out I could do just as well from that leg.”

But he also needed to adjust his form, and he needed more strength.

“For some reason I didn’t have as much spring,” said Roeber. High jump coach Scott Rienks has been putting the jumpers through “box workouts” designed to increase upward mobility and strength.

The hard work paid off. Roeber’s performance on Saturday was his best of the season and ensures him a return trip to state. Roeber said he’s also working to qualify in the long jump, which he’ll compete in this Friday at Cedaredge. He didn’t have to adjust his long jump technique, he said, since he naturally relies on his right leg for his launch.

Linnell, a sophomore, started high jumping about mid-way through his freshman year. This season, he’s getting a little extra coaching from family friend Greg Peterson, a former college high jumper.

During Peterson’s career in the early 1970s, high jumping evolved from the Western Roll, a straddle method of clearing the bar face down, and the scissors method, to today’s Fosbury Flop. Once considered unconventional, it was conceived in the 1960s

by Richard Fosbury, an American Olympian who used his own method to set a new Olympic record in 1968. An American teammate placed second by using the flop. Prior to that year, most high jumpers scoffed at Fosbury’s odd way of jumping.

Since the method was new and not widely adopted during Peterson’s athletic career of the early 1970s, few practiced it and few coaches taught it. Today, the flop is the standard and has yet to be improved upon.

It’s a matter of converting forward momentum into upward momentum, Peterson explained while watching Saturday‘s competition. Nine-tenths of jumping is in the approach and take-off, which should be done at as fast and as controlled a run as possible. “Once you’ve left the ground your jump is already pretty much pre-determined.” After the launch, there are things a jumper can do, such as keeping the center of gravity in as high of an arch as possible, and kicking the legs up so the calves and heels don’t snag as they cross the bar. The shoulders should be the first parts of the body to hit the mat.

“It takes a lot of practice,” he said, and Linnell is catching on. A basketball player, Linnell can also dunk a basketball, and the two jumps are closely related, said Peterson. “He has great pops, great jumping ability. He’s going to improve if he stays with it.”

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Borchardt retires

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Cedaredge reporter Bob Borchardt was nearing what many would consider his retirement years when he embarked on a career as a journalist with the Delta County Independent about 15 years ago. The move was not out of character for Borchardt, who ventured into a number of fields after leaving the military in the early ‘50s.

He worked as a U-Haul field supervisor, owned and operated businesses in Grand Junction and Ouray, was a seasonal employee with the U.S. Forest Service, worked with kids as a teacher’s aide, and turned a volunteer position with the four Catholic churches in Delta County into a full-time job in youth ministry. In the field of journalism, exposure to such a broad range of experiences and viewpoints is a plus. Although he had never been employed as

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a writer, Borchardt submitted numerous photographs and news articles about the activities of his Catholic youth. With those clips in hand, he landed a job at the DCI. He was first assigned to the North Fork Valley, where it could be said his long hair, love for music and penchant for activism helped him fit in. After commuting from Cedaredge to the DCI office in Paonia for many years, a position opened up in Cedaredge and he began covering that community. He admits that politics and town council meetings were never his thing, “although Jim Crook made the Crawford meetings interesting.”

His favorite assignments paralleled his passions — dogs, the outdoors, music and wine (not necessarily in that order). He greatly enjoyed writing feature stories for the Back Page. Among his favorite subjects were former Olympian John Burritt, artist Cat Deuter, and the “wine dude” Bret Neal. His beloved border collie and “soul mate” Bonnie, now deceased, was featured in several adorable photos; his wife Connie was more camera shy but occasionally submitted photos of her own.

“I’ve kept all the back pages I’ve written,” Borchardt said.

“I was always excited when people told me they’d bought 20 copies of the paper because they were so pleased with the way their story turned out,” he said.

“Everybody I’ve met has a story; you just need to take the time to hear their story,” he said.

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Key water rule may be revised

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The town’s attorney has advised the Orchard City trustees to consider a rewrite of their water conveyance policy rather than grant a variance of it for a proposed subdivision.

A rewriting of the town’s water conveyance policy would be preferable to granting a variance request specifically for the Benson Brothers subdivision, attorney Larry Beckner told the trustees at an April 18 work session. Under current town policy, the owners of lots newly created by subdivision must give the town an adequate supply of raw water to serve the lot. Or, they can elect to pay a one-time water conveyance fee into the town’s water fund for the purpose of acquiring water.

Ed and Dwight Benson had asked for a variance from the

water conveyance provision at the trustees April 11 meeting.

A lot they want to create by a split has a large fruit storage building on it which has never had a water tap, Dwight Benson told the trustees. There would be no need for a tap in the foreseeable future, he added.

The mayor and some board members had divided in their opinions on the variance request during the board meeting. The mayor was concerned about setting precedent with an approval. Trustees had their own views. Gale Doudy championed the idea of a policy rewrite.

Beckner told the trustees that a rewrite or an amendment to the water conveyance policy that deals generally with the Benson’s situation would be preferable to a variance that deals with it specifically.

Photo by Bob Borchardt

Prom royalty It was an evening of elegant dresses and handsome tuxedos as Cedaredge High School hosted prom on Saturday, April 28. In keeping with a theme of “Midnight Masquerade,” the gym was transformed into a cabaret and started with the traditional Grand March before a packed house of friends and family. Sterling Rose, decked out from head to toe in bright orange, was a crowd favorite. Ian Dinwiddie and Brianna Henrie were selected prom king and queen. Rounding out the royal court were Drew Beach, Sterling Rose, Sierra Williams and Tani Zamarippa.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Jesse Hoff (left) was among several presenters during the Earth Day observance at Cedaredge Elementary School. Above Hoff shows the heating effects on crayons in a solar oven. He also showed how solar energy can be used to power batteries, which in turn power machines such as fans.

Earth Day is time for lessons in conservation

BY BOB BORCHARDT Staff Writer

On Friday, April 27, all 378 students from Hunsicker Elementary School — representing grades K-5 — took time out to celebrate a second Earth Day in order to learn more about energy and energy conservation, as they prepare to attend school next year in a new building with state-of-the-art energy saving amenities.

Friday’s presentations included discussions regarding conservation and energy efficiency and solar energy.

Those presentations included hands-on demonstrations by representatives (Jesse Hoff and Andrea Wang) from Solar

Energy International’s PV (Photovoltaic) Lab Facility in Paonia, using small solar cells to power fans, a small solar oven to generate heat and a small hand generator to demonstrate how much more energy it takes to light up a standard incandescent light bulb compared to the lesser amount needed to light up a compact fluorescent light bulb (CFLs).

The “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” program, presented by by Rachel Leonard and Billy VanHouten of Double J Recycling, in Austin included students taking part in a Recycling Relay game, a race to sort and put trash in the proper recycle bin. VanHouten told

the kids “to save the planet, think twice before throwing stuff away.”

Leonard said Double J plans on opening a “drop off – sorted and clean” recycling facility at 21355 Austin Road, in Austin on May 10. According to Leonard, the facility will be able to handle everything recyclable, including TV and computer monitors and electronics, and that everything accepted at the facility will be recycled. VanHouten also noted that, if need be, someone will be available at the site to help sort and get things in proper order.

According to Leonard, future plans include curbside recycling.

School library carries on the name of James A. Hunsicker

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

In 1960, the building that presently houses Cedaredge Elementary School was dedicated to James A. Hunsicker in recognition of his contributions to the schools and the communities in the Surface Creek Valley over a period of 45 years as an educator, a pastor, a fruit grower and citizen.

Hunsicker Elementary School will be vacated in the fall, when students and staff move into a newly remodeled building and addition across the street. To keep the Hunsicker name connected to the new Cedaredge Elementary School, his family requested the library in the new school be named the James A. Hunsicker Library. School board members approved the name change, noting the designation is particularly appropriate since the new building incorporates the old high school where Hunsicker taught for 33 years.

Robert Brown, a grandson of Hunsicker, was in the audience when the school board took formal action in April.

“On behalf of the grandchildren and other descendants of James A. Hunsicker, we are delighted that the school district has chosen to honor our grandfather by naming the library at the Cedaredge Elementary School for him,” Brown commented after the meeting. “His contributions to education in the Surface Creek Valley are extraordinary.”

Brown provided the following history: History of James A. Hunsicker James A. Hunsicker was superintendent/principal of the Eckert schools from 191113 and 1917-23 during which time the Eckert High School was built and he taught classes as well. In 1923 he transferred to the Cedaredge District and served as superintendent and teacher of

James A. Hunsicker mathematics and Latin until 1931. Thereafter he continued as a classroom teacher until 1956 when he retired at age 88. Prior to his retirement he was selected as Colorado’s Teacher of the Year in 1954 by the Colorado Education Association. Actually he had been informed that he would have to retire at the end of the 1955 school term because he lacked certain college credits to continue. Believing that he could still be useful — ie. make a difference for his students by teaching another year — he determined, at age 87, to go to Western State College where he took nine credit hours of substantive course work and earned the right to teach one more year. By 1956 a law was in place which required teachers to retire at age 70 — he was then 18 years beyond that mandatory age. In addition to his academic work, he was very active in the Colorado Education Association and served as state president two different terms. He was revered by his students and even today the name “J.A. Hunsicker” evokes memories of a model teacher.

Hunsicker was born Jan.

10, 1868, in Montgomery County, Pa. He was raised on a farm and attended local schools. At age 18 he began teaching part-time at Gratersford, Pa., to earn money to pursue his college education at Ursinus College.

He received a classical education (Latin, Greek,and Cicero) and loved good literature. He was an officer of a literary society and received a B.A. degree from Ursinus in 1892.

He then prepared for a career as a minister by attending Union Theological Seminary in New York City, and graduated in 1895.

He married Katie A. Bromer in 1897. She was the daughter of a wealthy clothing manufacturer, Albert Bromer and his wife Catharine, who lived in Schwenksville. The Hunsickers had six children (4 girls and 2 boys) — five of whom earned college degrees.

Mr. Hunsicker held pastorates at Reformed Churches in Tipton, Iowa, Marion, Ind., and Fairview, Kan. In Fairview he was diagnosed with an ailment known as “preacher’s throat” and told that he must give up preaching and find a more favorable climate. As a result he moved his family to Eckert in 1910 to begin a new career as a fruit grower with a friend he had known during his pastorate in Iowa.

After coming to Colorado, Hunsicker’s health improved and in 1913 he organized the Eckert Presbyterian Church.

Under his leadership the congregation thrived and built the beautiful rock church at Eckert. He served as pastor of the Eckert church for 27 years plus 19 more as pastor emeritus. He was also secretary-treasurer of two active water companies for about 40 years each, and was secretary of the Eckert Cemetery Board for 20 years. He passed away on July 1, 1959, at age 91.

The dedication of Hunsicker Elementary School took place a year later.

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Mock accident drives home sobering lesson

BY BOB BORCHARDT Staff Writer

Students from both the Cedaredge High School and Middle School gathered outside as EMTs from the Delta County Ambulance District, Cedaredge Volunteer Firefighters, officers from the Cedaredge Police Department and the Colorado State Patrol all took part in a mock accident, rescue and extrication exercise.

Meant to be a “preprom” teaching moment, the exercise took place two days prior to the CHS Junior/Senior Prom night, just in time to alert the students to the dangers and potentially life-threatening consequences resulting from an automobile accident caused by a driver who was driving under the

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First responders and law enforcement staged a realistic mock accident at Cedaredge High School on Thursday, April 26, as a visual lesson of the dangers of drinking and driving. influence of alcohol.

In this case, the aftermath of the mock accident included one death, several injuries and the arrest of a teenage

Senior Trap Shoot, 12:00 Noon; Student Council Assembly, 12:30 p.m.; Dance West Dress Rehearsal, 4:00 p.m.

Tennis at Regionals; Track-Bruin Invite; Dance West Recital, 4:00 p.m.

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driver. The driver was charged with one count of vehicular homicide, and three counts of vehicular assault.

According to Sergeant Scott Gardner (CSP) the purpose of the event was to send a “fresh message” to those students preparing to go out after the prom.

Following the realistic reenactment, students gathered at their respective schools for an assem-

bly to discuss and learn even more regarding all the ramifications stemming from drinking and driving and the long-term psychological and emotional effects suffered, not only by the families of the victims, but by the family of the driver as well.

According to Michelle Gillis, a mock funeral is scheduled to take place at the Hotchkiss High School on Wednesday, May 2, starting at 9:30 a.m.

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Bring your spring cleanup garbage to 160 SE High Country Avenue (Public Works building) Saturday, May 5, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This is a free spring cleanup service to the residents of Cedaredge, including Cedaredge water and sewer customers out of town.

Bring yard and household garbage. Please, do not bring: refrigerators, wet paint, tires, concrete, rocks, dirt, hazardous material or motor oil.

ings, community activities and school events, he and Connie will be better able to visit their kids and grandkids, who are scattered from Arizona to Washington.

“It’s been a great relationship with the Sunderland family and with the DCI,” Borchardt said.

“Bob’s interest in his community has translated into a wonderful relationship with us, the newspaper and our readers,” said DCI general manager Randy Sunderland. “He has always been a willing listener and keen observer of what is happening in the community. He will be a hard act to follow.”

Hank Lohmeyer, another long-time DCI reporter and a familiar face in the Surface Creek, will now cover both Cedaredge and Orchard City. He can be contacted at 874-4421 or by e-mail at hank@ deltacountyindependent. com.

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Senior tea is a fun tradition

BY VERNA BARR Staff Writer

The Cedaredge Women’s Literary Club has a long history with Cedaredge High School girls.

Lynette Reed spoke about the history of that connection during the Senior Tea on Wednesday, April 25. “Years ago, the club hired senior high school girls to work as library assistants to shelve books, type cards, and check out library materials. To thank the girls for their help, the first Senior Tea was held on April 18, 1951, and the tradition has continued every year since that time.”

Reed told that the club’s history goes back much further than that, established 102 years ago on November 30, 1910.

The purpose was to help with the care and maintenance of the Cedaredge Public Library and to stimulate intellectual and moral development and to promote good fellowship among club members.

The first books for the library were provided by members and a box of books from a traveling library collection from Denver. There were over 800 books on the shelves by 1916 that were actively borrowed by Cedaredge residents.

Literary club members kept the library growing by performing plays, sponsoring concerts, hosting teas, holding bake sales and manning a booth at the county fairs.

Michele Gillis, senior class sponsor, spoke of the young ladies’ accomplishments during the past year, including the sports program, the homecom-

Photo by Verna Barr

Cedaredge High School senior girls were honored at the 61st annual Senior Tea provided by members of the Cedaredge Women’s Literary Club. The event was held Wednesday, April 25, at the Stolte Shed in Cedaredge. ing float, their scholarships earned, leadership abilities and successful fund raising efforts.

Fulfilling yet another tradition, in turn, each guest and club member stood, introduced themselves, and the young women told of their future plans.

The tea menu, with food contributed by club members, included tiny tea sandwiches, vegetables and relishes,

individual cheesecakes, and strawberries and whipped cream. Beverages included tea, of course, and lemonade.

Following the tea, the senior girls participated in the first Literary Soup Collaboration with proceeds from sales at AppleFest this fall to benefit the Cedaredge Public Library. Walking the length of two long tables, they filled plastic tubes with soup ingredi-

ents including dried corn, dried carrots, lentils and barley, adding a packet of spices and alphabet macaroni. The bags were tied with raffia and a recipe card attached. The user needs to only add their choice of broth and meat for a tasty Literary Soup.

Cedaredge Rotary donated $250 toward purchase of ingredients, supplemented by donations from club members.

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Junior scientists J.D. Miller, Hannah Carlson, Gracie Hatheway, Garth Knutson, and Michael James are assembling solar ovens in the library of Cedaredge Elementary School.

Challenging young minds with experiments

BY VERNA BARR Staff Writer

“You have to earn your way into this class,” student Michael James said as he continued to work on his own solar oven.

Volunteers and mentors Lee Lang and Larry John lead a small group of fourth and fifth grade boys and girls in experimental science and math projects once a week, for an hour, usually on Tuesdays.

Two of the boys, Michael James and Garth

Knutson, explained the process. “First we measure our boxes (none of the boxes are of the same size). Then we measure and cut pieces of foil to line each box and a piece of plastic to cover the opening. The foil reflects the sun, heats the interior of the box, gets hot and cooks stuff.”

The plan is to make and eat s’mores at next week’s session. J.D. Miller, Hannah Carlson and Gracie Hatheway were also busy

creating solar ovens.

Other projects completed during the school year have been constructing terrariums, Mars rovers, catapults, and toothpick houses of their own design (only bases were glued).

Some third graders had the opportunity to have a group session earlier this year.

Finished projects are displayed in the 3-5 corridor at Cedaredge Elementary School.

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EPA regulations swat town’s mosquito aerial spray efforts

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Residents of Surface Creek Valley will want to be reviewing the “do’s and don’ts” of personal protection from mosquitoes this year.

New regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency that carry onerous requirements for permitting for applicators, increased threat of lawsuits, and crippling fines for violations have led the area’s local spray operator to drop the aerial service.

“This is thanks to the Obama EPA,” Orchard City Mayor Don Suppes noted in making the announcement at the town board April 11 meeting. Orchard City’s aerial mosquito spraying program, begun several years ago to combat West Nile Virus, has been highly successful and popular with town residents, Sup-

pes said.

The town may have to consider a limited program of ground-based fogging, a method considered far less effective than aerial spray.

Cedaredge will also consider a ground-based fogging program. The discussion is set for the trustee’s April 17 meeting. Cedaredge posted the following notice on its website: “Due to changing regulations, aerial mosquito control will not be possible. The town will be considering fogging to control mosquitoes. This type of mosquito control will be reviewed by the Board of Trustees in May.” Various news accounts of new EPA spraying regulations point out the onerous permitting requirements and fines of up to $37,500 per day for violations. New EPA spraying regs will affect

some 365,000 pesticide applicators nationwide, the EPA estimates.

Orchard City had budgeted $27,000 for its mosquito spray program this year. That money may be used for other purposes instead.

The “Four D’s” of personal mosquito protection advised by health officials are: drain standing water from property; avoid being outside at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active; dress appropriately for bite prevention; and use a repellent with the compound DEET. In other business at its April 11 regular meeting, the Orchard City Town Board dealt with the following matters: • Constituent Charles Marty, a regular contributor to the town board’s meetings, brought up some safety concerns.

Marty, a retired postal

worker, said it’s been not uncommon in past for letter carriers to be hit as they stood at their vehicles sorting mail. “If people can run into a mail carrier they can run into anything,” Marty said.

“There are more illegal mailboxes in Orchard City than I’ve seen anywhere else.”

A long-time advocate of seat belt use, Marty also told the board that “Cory Grade (Iris Road) is a mess.” Mayor Suppes said the town had been clearing boulders from the steep hillside overlooking Iris Road.

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High fashion Diane Edwards, a PACE participant, modeled in a recent fashion show held at the CommUnity Care Center. She was escorted by staff member Gerald Templin. Edwards wore a dark blue three piece suit. The narrow skirt had a split in back for ease in walking. She had purchased the outfit at at Glenwood Springs hotel shop when she and her mother were guests at the hotel 14 years ago.

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A visit from state president Sharon Sells was a noteworthy occasion for Cedaredge Elberta Lodge #106 and other area lodges.

Cedaredge Elbertas welcome state officers Cedaredge Elberta #106 had a busy day April 23, beginning with a visit to Olathe #99 for their visit from state president Sharon Sells. That evening Elberta #106 hosted a roast beef dinner for the state officers. The club meeting started promptly at 7:30 p.m. with opening and special introductions. The meeting was then recessed for a special program which featured the Del-Rose Chorus. They sang some of the president’s songs as well as a number of other songs. President Sharon and her officers got to stand among the singers for the last two songs, which was a special experience for them.

Next, Grace Farmer was honored with the presentation of the Rebekah merit jewel for her service to Rebekahs. Her family was there to witness President Sharon pin the jewel on Grace. Everyone did a good job at keeping the surprise from Grace, so when she was escorted onto the floor she was truly surprised and very grateful.

Other members receiving jewels were Ruth C. Dawson, a new 15-year jewel; Joan Rhodes, a 25year update to her jewel;

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President Sharon Sells presents Grace Farmer with the Rebekah merit jewel as Patty and Dan Farmer look on.

Pat Dwyier, a new 15- ated in May. As a group year jewel; and Norma we will go to church to Norton, a 25-year update celebrate church day. to her jewel. President We will attend United Sharon pinned each sis- Methodist Church in Cedaredge this year. We ter with her jewel.

President Sharon will also decorate the spoke about her projects graves of our departed and vision for the order. sisters and brothers for She hopes everyone will Memorial Day. June finds try to attend Grand Lodge us getting ready for our in October. It will be held Father’s Day biscuit and in Longmont this year, gravy breakfast. Everyand for the first time it one enjoys this day. We will be held over a week- thank President Sharon for the special evening. end.

We discussed the yard/ We meet on the second bake/breakfast burrito and fourth Mondays and sale to be held April 27 we welcome visitors. and 28.

Bonnie Pope Thirty-one were presCedaredge ent for the evening. A Elberta #106 new member will be initi-

What’s up at your library?

The Delta County Libraries offer many educational and entertaining activities and events for you and your family to enjoy. If you want to know what else your library is offering, please contact the library or visit the Delta County Libraries website at www. deltalibraries.org.

Cedaredge Fun-For-All Craft Day. Come join the first ever fun-for-all children’s craft group for kids in grades 4-5 and make a pinwheel. Thursday, May 3, from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Computer Class. Setting up a Gmail account for beginners. Saturday, May 5, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Cedaredge Friends of the Library - Charlie Winger, Mountaineer and Writer. Enjoy the adventures of Charlie’s 35 years of mountaineering, rock and ice climbing, and world travels.

Some of his stories are hair-raising, some are a little crazy, and some will have you laughing out loud. Thursday, May 10, 7 p.m. at the Stolte Shed in Cedaredge.

Computer Class.

Learn how to organize files in your computer.

Friday, May 11, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Crafty Saturday. Do you have a face only a mother could love? Come to Crafty Saturday and get your picture taken

to give mom on Mother’s Day! All supplies including photo will be provided. Saturday, May 12, from 10:30 to noon. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Beginners Computer Class. Beginners learn to use your Gmail account. Saturday, May 12, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Contact Cedaredge Library to sign up.

Storytimes. Baby and Tot storytimes are Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes are Wednesdays at 11 a.m.

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

To see what is happening at the other Delta County libraries visit www. deltalibraries.org

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Landowner voucher discussion on tap May 10 Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting sportsmen to attend a town hall meeting with agency director Rick Cables on Thursday, May 10 to discuss proposed improvements to the Landowner Voucher Program.

The meeting is scheduled to be held in the Hunter Education Building at the agency’s Grand Junction regional office, located 711 Independent Avenue. The meeting is scheduled to run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. All members of the public are invited to attend.

The landowner voucher program offers hunt-

ing licenses to private landowners whose farms and ranches provide habitat for big game. The program has evolved over the course of five decades and today enrolls approximately 5,000 properties across Colorado that allow hunting for deer, elk and pronghorn.

“The landowner voucher program helps us manage Colorado’s wildlife by building relationships with private landowners, encouraging good stewardship practices and providing additional hunting opportunity,” said Cables.

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Two years ago, the former Division of Wildlife convened a committee of landowners, sportsmen, outfitters and wildlife managers to address concerns that had built up through the years. The committee held more than 20 public meetings and dozens of informal meetings across the state. Members developed a package of recommendations which include tightening enforcement of the program’s rules and providing a stronger connection between the voucher program and the habitat value of participating ranches.

Under current rules, up to 15 percent of deer, elk and pronghorn licenses in each totally limited hunting unit are made available through a draw process for landowners who own at least 160 contiguous acres of agricultural land. The licenses are valid throughout the entire game management unit where the private land is located and can be sold or transferred to any eligible hunter.

The recommendations for improving the program include changing the proportion of licenses set aside for landowners and tightening up program eligibility rules to ensure that participating properties are used by big game animals. The recommendations also call for closer enforcement of program rules, including eligibility requirements and bans on “brokering”

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of hunting licenses.

“We’ve worked for a long time to understand the concerns sportsmen and landowners raised about the program and how it is currently operated,” said Cables. “We believe these changes will improve the program and strengthen the partnership between landowners and sportsmen that we need to best manage big game populations that depend on private lands.”

Sportsmen, landowners and interested members of the public are asked to call the committee’s facilitator, Dave Chadwick at 303-291-7174 to reserve their spot. You can also send an e-mail to dave. chadwick@state.co.us.

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Old and young A gnarled apple tree stump in Hart’s Basin shows plenty of life yet filling its branches with flowering buds.

Native poisonous weeds

BY WEBB CALLICUTT Delta County Weed Program

A native poisonous weed commonly found in Delta County is currently up and in the pre-blooming stage.

Zigadenus venenosus, commonly called death camas or meadow deathcamas, is a flowering plant in the genus Zigadenus belonging to the Melanthiaceae. It grows up to 70 cm tall with long, basal, grasslike leaves. The bulbs are oval and look like onions but do not smell like onions. The flowers are cream colored or white and grow in pointed clusters, flowering between April and July.

Death camas occurs in some parts of western North America and can be easily confused with edible onions of genus Allium. They tend to grow in dry meadows and on dry hillsides as well as sagebrush slopes and mountain forests.

All parts of the plant are poisonous. It is dangerous for humans as well as livestock, though some poisoned by it have been treated. Alkaloids are responsible for the plants being poisonous and it’s said eating rich fish or beef broth, grease, or butter may counteract the poison. The Meadow Deathcamas Toxicoscordion venenosum (called altsíniitsoh, literally “big mariposa lily”) was used by the Navajo for treatment of coyote bites. Control in the early growth stages (pre-bloom) can be

achieved with the herbicide 24D. Digging the entire plant and removing it from grazing areas is effective.

Webb Callicutt is the Delta County Weed Program Coordinator and can be contacted at 872-3090 or wcallicutt@deltacounty. com.

More information about death camas and other poisonous weeds in Delta County can be found at www. deltacounty.com. Press the Weed Program tab under Services.

4-H report On April 15 at 4 p.m. the Delta County Columbine 4-H Club held its monthly meeting.

Topics discussed included project enrollment, weigh-in dates and times, and the Mesa Verde trip for younger members. The topics of

fair, and Heritage Hall interviews were also brought up.

The club’s next meeting will be on May 24, 5 p.m. at Delta Middle School.

Sarah Stalcup Club reporter

What’s bugging you?

Problems of woody plants and their solutions

BY JIM LESER Cedaredge Tree Board

Spring is in the air with fruit trees and lilacs blooming. If you have apple trees, now is the time to plan your management strategy for the dreaded codling moth.

Without some kind of spray program, expect to have a lot of “wormy” apples.

But first I have to ask you — why grow apples? We have plenty of good commercial apple orchards in our area and an abundance of good tasting fruit. And someone else is taking care of spraying for codling moths for you.

But if you are still hell bent to grow your own apples, there are a few chores that must be done.

The codling moth in our area is a key pest of apples and in some districts it is mandatory to either spray to control this pest or spray a chemical at bloom time that removes most of the fruit. This is to protect our apple industry.

Codling moth adults will be emerging now but their egg-laying activity won’t peak until later in May. There are three generations a year with the most damage occurring during the second generation. This second generation usually peaks sometime in July. All of this timing is dependent upon day and nighttime temperatures.

First sprays should start two weeks after petal fall with a second application in two weeks.

This will take care of most of this first wave of activ-

ity. About six weeks later, the heaviest attack will occur from the second generation.

Again, two applications, two weeks apart will handle most of the activity.

Depending upon how late maturing your apple variety is, a fifth and maybe a sixth application will be necessary to target a smaller third generation. This would be in late August or early September.

The success of this spray schedule is dependent upon using one of the synthetic pyrethroid insecticides with common names such as permethrin or fenvalerate. The insecticide container will list this under the active ingredients. Ask a sales person for help if you are unsure. Only pyrethroids will give you this extended control.

The spray schedule I have outlined is the bare minimum you can get away with. You will still have some “wormy” apples but most of your fruit will be clean.

Moths like to lay their eggs where leaves touch apples or where apples touch apples in clusters.

Fruit thinning will not only help produce larger apples but will help reduce codling moth “stings.”

Crabapples are not immune to attack from codling moths. In those districts that mandate homeowners control codling moths, crabapples with fruit larger than a dime at maturity will have to be sprayed too. Or you can chemically remove fruit instead. Smaller mature fruit will not support the development of

coding moth larvae.

Last but not least, a very important management tool that does not rely on insecticides is a fall cleanup of fallen apples and tree leaves.

Most of these apples will be infested.

I do have one last request before signing off. If you grow your own apples, take care of your codling moths. Commercial apple growers need all the help they can get.

And I want this industry to continue to be successful so that I can enjoy fresh apples each year.

I’m too busy or maybe lazy to grow and manage my own.

Jim Leser retired to Cedaredge after a career with Texas A&M University Extension in entomology. He is a member of the Cedaredge Tree Board and a master gardener.

Cookbook is done The first completed project of the Orchard City Centennial has been completed. The collection of local recipes compiled by Beth Suppes is available at town hall for $10. Proceeds go to the town’s centennial events.

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We need your help! Call today for more information. Please volunteer to spend time with a child in our community. Partners of Delta, Montrose and Ouray, 874-4661, www. partners-west.org. or www. deltayouth@montrose.net. (tfx13)

DELTA UNITED METHodist Church, 5th and Meeker, Friday, May 4, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

Clothes, kitchen and bathroom items, books, holiday decorations, children's clothes, toys and furniture, vacuums, outdoor displays and equipment plus lots of misc. items. Proceeds go to missions and our new fellowship hall. (1x18)

THE DELTA COUNTY Independent runs these items as a public service free of charge for non-profit organizations, if no fees are charged. However, each group is asked to please keep them current by calling 874-4421.

FREE DIAPERS FOR UP to one year! Pregnant women in Delta County can now get help to quit smoking and get something they can really use after their baby arrives — free diapers.

Healthy moms have healthy babies. Enroll in the Baby & Me Tobacco Free program today. Contact the Delta County Health Department at 874-2165 or your local physician. (TFNx2)

HORIZONS CARE CENTER 11411 Hwy. 65 • Eckert, CO 81418

Looking for a new challenge?

Then Horizons Health Care is looking for you!

YOUR LISTING HERE! call now... 874-4421

Director of Rehabilitation Part-time Dietary Aide Join a team that is making a difference in the lives of seniors.

HELP WANTED

Send resume to TBlanchette@voa.org or call (970) 835-3113 EOE/AA

Position:

Assistant Technology Coordinator – Delta Montrose Technical College

Location:

Delta-Montrose Technical College 1765 Hwy 50 Delta, Colorado 81416

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Deadline:

May 10, 2012

Please send letter of interest, resume and references to: E:mail – Barry Rochford brochford@deltaschools.com Experience: REQUIRED Expert in Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, particularly 2008 R2 and 2003 Expert in Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Expert in Microsoft Windows client operating systems, particularly Windows XP and 7 Expert in hardware and software support CompTIA A+ Certified Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suites Basic knowledge of VMware VSphere and virtualization technology Experience with system deployment and imaging Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and basic network security Excellent customer service skills PREFERRED Experience with Volume Shadow Copy Experience with Server Backups Experience with SAN and NAS systems, particularly Drobo brand Project and budget planning experience Experience with Moodle or other LMS Experience with Symantec Ghost Experience with FOG Server Experience with Linux, particularly Ubuntu Experience with Mac OS X CompTIA Network+, Server+, Security+ MCP/MCSA/MCSE/MCITP:SA/MCITP:SE

DCI DEADLINES Space Reservation for ALL Display Advertising Fridays (5 p.m.

Mondays (noon) Copy for Display Advertising Legal Notices Mondays (10 a.m.)

Classified Ads Mondays (10 a.m.)

Too Late To Classify Mondays (Noon) Calendar Of Events Items Tuesdays (10 a.m.)

Thank you for your cooperation

BECAWS! ADOPT A DOG or cat today. Call 970-5273350, or visit cawsonline. org. Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS) CHAPTER, UNITS OF DAV regular meetings on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Building, 15th & Howard, Delta. For further information, call Paul Carter 874-5150. (tfx19)

ALANON FAMILY GROUP meets in Delta at 8 p.m.

BEGINNING THIS MONTH on Tuesdays at St. Luke’s the Pioneer Al-Anon Family Episcopal Church, 5th and Group will host a special Palmer. If there is a probspeaker meeting on the last lem of alcoholism in a Thursday of each month. family member or friend, Everyone is welcome. 7-8 we can help you. You are p.m. in Cedaredge at First not alone. Call Shirley at Baptist Church, 370 W. Main 323-5067 or Elizabeth at Street in Wick Hall behind 874-9832 for information. the church, west end. Call Alateen meeting in Delta, Mary 856-6123 or Vicki 856- same time, same place. Call 7115. (tfnx12) first. (TFNx19)

HELP WANTED

THE TOWN OF CEDARedge is accepting applications for Town Clerk.

Specific duties and responsibilities are provided in a detailed job description available at Town Hall or town website. The position is full-time with benefits.

Starting wage is $17 to $18.50 per hour (depending on experience). Employee will report directly to the Town Administrator.

Interested persons may submit a completed Town application to the Town Administrator's Office on or before 4 p.m. May 22, 2012. Applications may be obtained at Town Hall, 235 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 398 for mailing, Cedaredge, CO 81413, by calling 970-8563123 or www.cedaredgecol orado.com. A resume may be attached to the Town application. The Town of Cedaredge is an EOE/ADA employer. (3x18)

PUBLIC SERVICE THE PREGNANCY REsource Center needs staff volunteers to join our team of those committed to presenting life and the truth of Jesus Christ. Why not call us at 874-5733 and find out more? (tfx26)

PUBLIC SERVICE

HELP WANTED

PUBLIC SERVICE HELP!!!

KEEP THE animal population under control, and SAVE an animal's life. Adopt your new cat or dog from the Delta County Humane Society.

Adoption fee is minimal.

Call 874-2149. (DCHS)

TWO COTTAGES NEAR Cedaredge. Small, right for single, $375 per month, first, last and deposit. No smokers, pets, please. 2107889. (1x18)

YARD SALES

Delta County Independent

PAONIA AMERICAN Legion runs a year round non-perishable emergency food pantry. This is for the North Fork area. For information, call 527-6252. (tfx49) SAVE EYEGLASSES, OLD jewelry and silver or bits of gold and silver scraps. The Grand Odd Fellow Lodge is sending them to: New Eyes for the Needy, 549 Millburn Ave., Short Hills, NJ 07078 or send them to: Gale Conger, Secretary of IOOF Lodge #116, 544 St. Hwy. 548, Delta, CO 81416.

YOU CAN QUIT. WE CAN help. Colorado Tobacco Quitline offers free, confidential assistance. Call 1ALCOHOLICS ANONY- 800-QUIT-NOW. (TFNx28). mous meeting, women only, (non-smoking), Saturdays, BECAWS! VOLUNTEERS 11 a.m., in the basement of needed. Call 970-527-3350, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, or visit cawsonline.org.

5th and Palmer, (go to the Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter back door). (tfx1) (CAWS)

ADVERTISE 874-4421

MISC.

MISC.

THE DISTRICT ATTORNey's Office provides services to those who have been victimized by a crime of domestic violence, assault and other crimes.

To learn more about the victim assistance services provided by the District Attorney's Office, please contact Peggy Saxton at 970-874-2085. (tfx41) BECAWS! DONATIONS needed.

Credit cards accepted. Call 970-5273350, or visit cawsonline. org. Delta County Citizens CROSSROADS ASSISTfor Animal Welfare and ed Living is accepting appliShelter (CAWS) cations for QMAP (Qualified Medication Administrative DELTA FOOD PANTRY Person). Pick up application needs meals for Delta at 1380 Aspen Way, (on 3rd families who are temporarStreet, Delta). (2x17) ily in need. Donations of non-perishable food may WAITRESS OR WAITER be brought to 628 Meeker. over 18, bilingual. Apply in (tfx36) person. 420 Main Street, Delta. (2x18) ALZHEIMER'S ASSOciation Caregivers' Support Group, Cory/Austin. All Saints Lutheran Church, 20101 Deer Creek Road.

Last Wednesday of every month, 1 p.m.

ADVERTISE 874-4421

FROM THE PAST COMPILED FROM DELTA NEWSPAPERS

By DELTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 251 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8721 May 3, 1912 (From the Delta Independent) The Woman’s Club will give an afternoon tea for the benefit of the new public library, Monday, May 8, from 2 to 5 o’clock, at the home of Mrs. W.H. Stockham on South Main street. A cordial invitation is extended to all. *** There is quite an amount of stage and autostage travel between Delta and Cedaredge. *** Pupils of the schools are now looking forward to the summer vacation with much eagerness. Only three more weeks of school, but that seems long to the tired students. *** The house cleaning season is here. Wish it were the trout fishing season, instead. We never did feel very enthusiastic over swatting the carpet. *** The dandelion is in evidence this spring as usual, if not more so. Many private lawns, as well

as the court house park show blooms in great profusion, and there seems no possibility of checking this pest. *** W.E. Obert says there are so many automobiles in Los Angeles that they obstruct millions of front feet along the major thoroughfares and that the real estate they occupy is worth a thousand dollars a toe mark. *** The improvement work on the interior of the Stockham hardware rooms on Main street, was renewed this week when a steel ceiling was put on the north room – that used for the stock of china, glass, and queensware. *** The Western Union telegraph office has been moved from North Main street to the central office of the Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph company, two blocks south of the old location. Mrs. Keene is still in charge and is justly proud of her new place and opportunity to give better service. *** The good general keeps his trenches dug and his powder dry. The orchard owner may have use for his smudge pots and he may not, but it is the proper thing to remain prepared. There have been occasions when a few hours smudging would have saved a crop, and the difference between a crop and no crop means to the owner double the value of the crop. *** Montrose is justly proud of her new depot.

Delta hasn’t any to be proud of yet, though second in railroad business on the Western Slope. Perhaps though, when all those millions which the Rio Grande proposes to hand out for improvements, get action, we also may have a new depot. ***

Archie Butts, the aide to president Taft who went down with the Titanic, was a school mate of Mrs. Sam Cockreham of Delta. *** The Olathe Criterion last week had the following: “As we go to press we are informed by County Commissioner Krohn that work will begin next week on the state highway, which is this county will run from the Delta county line to Montrose, via Olathe, a distance of about seventeen miles. The work will be done under direction of the county, but the state will pay half the cost. The route of the present river bottom road will be changed and improved in various places and no expense will be spared to make this road the equal of any in the state.” *** The caboose and two or more cars of a North Fork freight train left the rails at a point near Payne’s siding last Friday afternoon and tore up the track in a frightful manner, it is said, for a short distance.

The evening passenger train was held that day at Austin until about 7 o’clock, when temporary repairs had made it possible for Conductor Robley to get through.

The freight train was progressing at a very low rate of speed, or the wreck could easily have resulted more damaging. No injuries to the crew are reported. *** The incorporation election for Austin and much of lower Surface Creek, was held yesterday but no report of result could be had before time for the Independent to go to press. Residents of the territory included in the proposed incorporation were divided in opinion as to whether or not the matter would carry. ***

PUBLIC NOTICES BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPOINTMENTS: Letters of application for appointment to a four year term to the Board of Directors of the Crawford Water Conservancy District for the following districts will be accepted by the District court, 7th Judicial District, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Room 338, Delta, CO 81416, prior to the date of May 23, 2012: One director for Subdivision 3 (Grand View) and one director for Subdivision 4 (Clipper).

Applicants must have resided within the boundaries of the Crawford Water Conservancy District for at least one year and be the owner of real property within said District.

The letter of application should

be accompanied by resumes containing the applicant's background reflecting agricultural, municipal, industrial and other interests in the beneficial use of water within the District.

A description of the boundaries of each subdivision is available at the District office by contacting Manager Gary Kraii at 970-9214775, or Secretary-Treasurer Randy Fisher at 970-527-3662.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

Legal Notice of Proposed Action OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT Gunnison National Forest

North Electric Aspen Treatments Categorical Exclusion The Forest Service, Gunnison National Forest, Paonia Ranger District, is preparing a Decision Memo for the North Electric Aspen Treatments project which would authorize the regeneration of several declining aspen (Populus tremuloides) stands by clear cut harvesting, which have high rates of disease. The units selected for treatment are located along the northern section of FSR 701, and along FSR 265, east from its intersection with FSR 701. The proposed action description and other information are available for review at Paonia Ranger District Office.

Additional information regarding this action can be obtained from:

Kevin Kyle, 2777 Crossroads Blvd.

Unit 1, Grand Junction, CO, 81506, (970) 263-5829, khkyle@fs.fed.us.

In light of a recent court ruling (Sequoia ForestKeeper v. Tidwell, 11-cv-00679-LJO-DLB (E.D. Cal.)), the Forest Service will provide public notice, comment, and opportunity for administrative appeal for projects and activities documented with a “Decision Memo” (36 CFR 220.6(e)) until new instructions are issued by the Washington Office, or the Agency issues regulations addressing the Court’s ruling. In addition, the Forest Service will prepare Decision Memos and offer notice, comment and appeal opportunities for timber sales and proposed approvals of oil or gas exploration and development

activities that rely upon Section 390 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. Only those who provide comment or express interest in this proposal during this comment period will be eligible to appeal the decision pursuant to 36 CFR part 215 regulations.

How to Comment and Timeframe Written, facsimile, hand-delivered, oral, and electronic comments concerning this action will be accepted for 30 calendar days following the publication of this notice in the Daily Sentinel. The publication date in the newspaper of record is the exclusive means for calculating the comment period for this analysis.

Those wishing to comment should not rely upon dates or timeframe information provided by any other

source. The regulations prohibit extending the length of the comment period. It is the responsibility of persons providing comments to submit them by the close of the comment period.

Written comments must be submitted to: Levi Broyles, Paonia District Ranger, PO Box 1030, 403 N. Rio Grande Ave., Paonia 81428, or fax (970) 527-4151. The office business hours for those submitting handdelivered comments are: 8:00 am to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Oral comments must be provided at the Responsible Official’s office during normal business hours via telephone (970) 527-4131 or in person, or at an official agency function (i.e. public meeting) that

is designed to elicit public comments. Electronic comments must be submitted in a format such as an email message, plain text (.txt), rich text format (.rtf), or Word (.doc) to comments-rocky-mountain-gmugpaonia@fs.fed.us. In cases where no identifiable name is attached to a comment, a verification of identity will be required for appeal eligibility. If using an electronic message, a scanned signature is one way to provide verification.

Individuals and organizations wishing to be eligible to appeal must meet the information requirements of 36 CFR 215.6.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent LEGAL NOTICE Opportunity to Comment on Erickson Springs stream rehabilitation The Forest Service, Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Paonia Ranger District, is preparing a Decision Memo for Erickson Springs stream rehabilitation project. Recent flood (spring 2011) deposits of rock and sediment from lateral channels upstream have caused Anthracite Creek to undercut approximately 200 linear feet of stream bank paralleling the access road to Erickson Springs campground. The road will be lost if the bank is not protected from further cutting.

The Forest Service proposes to rehabilitate existing bank cutting and bank erosion with rock armoring, and establish protective gabion type structures (J-hooks) in the stream channel. These rock structures may be constructed using wire baskets (i.e. gabions) or they may be large boulder sized rocks that will function in the same way, by deflecting the force of the water to the center of the stream, resulting in reduction in the cutting force against the bank, while also creating/enhancing fish habitat with pools and eddies. Rock structures may extend up to up to 30 feet in to the stream channel, and be constructed of large rock taken from CDOT waste rock from winter stockpiles of rock fall on Hwy 133 near Paonia Reservoir, or another suitable source nearby. There will be 3 to 5 structures, placed, according to hydrologic and stream channel conditions found following this year’s spring run-off.

Additional information regarding this action can be obtained from: Gary Shellhorn, 2250 Hwy 50, Delta, CO 81416, 970-874-6666, email: gshellhorn@fs.fed.us.

In light of a recent court ruling (Sequoia ForestKeeper v. Tidwell, 11cv-00679-LJO-DLB (E.D. Cal.)), the Forest Service will provide public notice, comment, and opportunity for administrative appeal for projects and activities documented with a “Decision Memo” (36 CFR 220.6(e)) until new instructions are issued by the Washington Office, or the Agency issues regulations addressing the Court’s ruling. In addition, the Forest Service will prepare Decision Memos and offer notice, comment and appeal opportunities for timber sales and proposed approvals of oil or gas exploration and development activities that rely upon Section 390 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. Only those who provide comment or express interest in this proposal during this comment period will be eligible to appeal the decision pursuant to 36 CFR part 215 regulations.

The decision for this project will be documented in a Decision Memo.

How to Comment and Timeframe The responsible official for this project is Levi Broyles, District Ranger, Paonia District. Written, facsimile, hand-delivered, oral, and electronic comments concerning this action will be accepted for 30 calendar days following the publication of this notice in the Delta County Independent. The publication date in the newspaper of record is the exclusive means for calculating the comment period for this analysis.

Those wishing to comment should not rely upon dates or timeframe information provided by any other source. The regulations prohibit extending the length of the comment period. It is the responsibility of persons providing comments to submit them by the close of the comment period.

Written comments must be submitted to: Erickson Springs Stream Project, U.S.F.S. Paonia District, 403 North Rio Grande Ave, Paonia, CO 81428. The office business hours for those submitting hand-delivered comments are: 8:30 to 4:30, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Oral comments must be provided at the Responsible Official’s office during normal business hours via telephone 970-527-4131 or in person. Electronic comments must be submitted in a format such as an email message, plain text (.txt), rich text format (.rtf), or Word (.doc) to gshellhorn@fs.fed.us. In cases where no identifiable name is attached to a comment, a verification of identity will be required for appeal eligibility. If using an electronic message, a scanned signature is one way to provide verification.

Individuals and organizations wishing to be eligible to appeal must meet the information requirements of 36 CFR 215.6.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0024 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 7, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) DARBY ROLPH AND HEATHER M. ROLPH Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/26/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/31/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 633255 Original Principal Amount $169,250.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $163,223.69 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 116 OF STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 1. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 786 ALBANY STREET, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/06/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012

Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/07/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 9105.03413 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0020 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 31, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) LAURA TRITLE AND BRIAN TRITLE Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for GRAND VALLEY NATIONAL BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt AURORA BANK FSB Date of Deed of Trust 6/15/2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/22/2005 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 592615 Original Principal Amount $79,920.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $74,356.30 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. LEGAL DESCRIPTION A portion of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 13, Township 15 South, Range 96 West of the 6th p.m., described as beginning at a point on the East line of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 of said Section 13, being 423 feet South of the Northeast corner of said NW1/4 of the NE1/4 of said Section 13; Thence running West 40 Rods; Thence South 132 feet; Thence East 40 Rods; Thence North 132 feet to the point of beginning.

EXCEPTING THEREFROM a tract or parcel of land No. 13 of the Department of Highways, State of Colorado, Project No. FO-1(16) in the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 13, Township 15 South, Range 96 West, of the Sixth Principal Meridian in Delta County Colorado, said tract or parcel being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of the property from which the SE, corner of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 13, T15S, R96W, sixth principal meridian, bears S4 degrees 27'30" E a distance of 896.8 feet; Thence South 0 degrees 05'W a distance of 132.00 feet to the South line of the property; Thence East a distance of 70.3 feet to the SE property corner; Thence North along the east line of the property a distance of 132.0 feet to the NE property corner; Thence West a distance of 70.1 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning, less a tract of land 5 ft. in width more particularly in Deed recorded August 9, 1968 in Book 421 at Page 366, County of Delta, State of Colorado ** **Pursuant to Corrective Affidavit Re: Scrivener's Error Pursuant to C.R.S. 38-35-109(5) recorded November 10, 2011 at Reception No. 654463 Also known by street and number as: 692 1575 ROAD, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 05/30/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/4/2012 Last Publication 5/2/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 01/31/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 8080.29398 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 4, 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 26, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Charles Richard Berardi and Bonnie Lorraine Berardi Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems,

Inc., as nominee for Homecomings Financial Network Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee, fka The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee, as successor to JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. as Trustee for RAMP 2003RS8.

Date of Deed of Trust 8/1/2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 8/6/2003 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 569903 Original Principal Amount $236,700.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $216,445.44 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN

BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A A tract of land situate in part of the SE 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 25, Township 13 South, Range 94 West, 6th P.M., more particulary described as follows: Beginning at the South 1/4 corner of Section 25, Township 13 South, Range 94 West, 6th P.M. and considering the South line of said Section 25 to bear North 88° 25' 30" West and all other bearings relative thereto; thence North 88° 25' 30" West 221.40 feet; thence North 03° 59' 51" West 731.36 feet; thence East 293.18 feet; thence South 01°37'33" West a distance of 736.00 feet more or less to point of beginning.

Delta County, Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 2795 Q ROAD, N/K/A 27459 CEDAR MESA ROAD, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 05/30/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/4/2012 Last Publication 5/2/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 01/26/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 11-14284 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 4, 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0023 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 7, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) MICHAEL D. WILBUR Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for CTX MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Date of Deed of Trust 2/18/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2/25/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 623184 Original Principal Amount $194,677.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $187,830.71 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 32, MESA CREST ESTATES, AMENDMENT NO. 2, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 2582 RIDGE ROAD, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/06/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/07/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in

and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JOAN OLSON, ESQ #28078 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 1269.08304 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0026 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 16, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) CHRISTOPHER R. DARLING Original Beneficiary(ies) BANK OF THE WEST Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF THE WEST Date of Deed of Trust 10/4/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 10/10/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 608509 Original Principal Amount $133,860.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $139,262.18 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 13, EMERALD HILLS SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 2, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 552 EAST 20TH STREET, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED

BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/20/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/25/2012 Last Publication 5/23/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/16/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 2327.00005 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0027 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 16, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Adron M. Boothe and Mary Frieda Boothe Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Plaza Home Mortgage Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Date of Deed of Trust 5/24/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/1/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 615702 Original Principal Amount $270,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $254,655.28 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT E OF THE AMENDED PLAT OF ORCHARD CITY RANCHETTES SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 22307 Orchard Grove Road, Eckert, CO 81418.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/20/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest

and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/25/2012 Last Publication 5/23/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/16/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-01510 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary Evelyn Coutts, Deceased Case No. 12PR39 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before August 27, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Roy R. Kilgore Personal Representative 118 Canter Lane Kerrville, TX 78028 James D. Brown Brown, Schottelkotte, Stimpert & Vaughn, LLC 550 Palmer St. - P.O. Box 43 Delta, CO 81416-0043 970-874-4451 Attorneys for Personal Representative Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0025 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 13, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Travis Spencer and Jodi Spencer Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 12/24/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 12/30/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 640005 Original Principal Amount $332,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $323,643.02 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Exhibit A Parts of the S1/2 of the NE1/4 of Section 12, Township 14 South, Range 92 West of the 6th P.M. and of the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 7, Township 14, South, Range 91 West of the 6th P.M. having a description based upon a bearing of South 87°23'24" West from a aluminum cap/pin #1456 at the 1/4 corner common to said Section 7 and 12 to an aluminum cap/pin #1456 marking the center of said Section 12, with all other bearings relative thereto; Beginning at a point from which the North 1/16th corner of Section 12 and 7, bears North 1°51'40" West 1121.47 feet; The parcel boundary runs thence South 59°56'27" West 48.88 feet; Thence South 68°27'40" West 233.66 feet; Thence South 16°12'39" West 96.97 feet; Thence North 62°28'20" West 384.44 feet; Thence South 87°23'24" West 1813.22 feet to the South right of way line of J 75 Drive; Thence following said line North 39°18'22" East 887.28 feet; Thence North 12°50'22" East 266.00 feet along the center of an irrigation ditch; Thence continuing along said ditch centerline North 86°05'22" East 200.00 feet; Thence South 50°29'51" East 53.56 feet; Thence North 70°31'22" East 140.00 feet; Thence leaving ditch South 89°30'38" East 284.00 feet; Thence North 51°08'22" East 63.00 feet; Thence South 58°36'15" East 723.66 feet; Thence South 43°19'23" East 720.28 feet to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado Also Known as: 39865 Nelson Road, Paonia, CO 81428 Also known by street and number as: 39865 Nelson Road, Paonia, CO 81428.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/13/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/18/2012 Last Publication 5/16/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/13/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in

Wednesday, May 2, 2012 and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-01369 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 18, 25, May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE LIEN AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER'S DEED TAX YEAR 2007 SALE YEAR 2008 TAX LIEN SALE CERTIFICATE NO. 2008-00032 YOU ARE ADVISED TO CONSULT WITH YOUR OWN LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING ANY RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE TO CURE THIS TAX LIEN ON REAL PROPERTY. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and to every person in actual possession or occupancy of the hereinafter described land, lots or premises, and to the person in whose name the same was taxed or specially assessed, and to all persons having an interest or title or record in or to the same, and particularly to: EVELYN LOUISE WILBURN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AT TAX LIEN SALE LAWFULLY HELD ON THE 6TH, DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2008, the then County Treasurer of Delta County, State of Colorado, duly offered for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2007, the following described property, situated in the County of Delta and State of Colorado, as described below: PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 3, B.R. ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT S01° 00'E 100 FEET FROM THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SECOND STREET OF THE TOWN OF PAONIA AND THE EAST LINE OF ROVAART'S SECOND ADDITION TO THE SAID TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO, SAID POINT BEING THE SW CORNER OF HAMMOND'S ADDITION; THENCE N89° 14'E 125 FEET; THENCE S01° 00' E 50 FEET; THENCE S89° 14'W 125 FEET; THENCE N01° 00'W 50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 116 CLARK AVENUE, PAONIA CO 81428 Tax Parcel Number: 324505249003 Tax Account Number: R008621 Said premises were assessed and taxed for the year 2007 in the name(s) of: EVELYN LOUISE WILBURN At said sale, a lien secured by the property herein was sold to, and a Tax Lien Sale Certificate of Purchase was duly issued to: ROCKING HORSE WINNERS, LLC on NOVEMBER 6TH, 2008. The present holder, and legal owner thereof, has made request to the Treasurer of Delta County for a deed, and unless the same be redeemed on or before the 17TH day of August, 2012 or unless the parties described or anyone else having an interest in the property, files a written response disputing this action under the protection of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act of 1940, as amended, accompanied with a statement, under oath, and also accompanied by the facts and supportive documents for this dispute and this response delivered to the Delta County Treasurer's Office, 501 Palmer, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416, no later than 4:30 p.m. on the 17TH day of August, 2012 the said County Treasurer will issue a Treasurer's Deed therefore to said Certificate Holder or his/her assigns.

Dated at Delta, Delta County, Colorado, the 13TH day of April, 2012. /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Delta County Treasurer (SEAL) CERTIFICATE HOLDER: ROCKING HORSE WINNERS, LLC First Date of Publication: 04/18/12 Second Date of Publication: 04/25/12 Third and Last Date of Publication: 05/02/12 Published in the Delta County Independent April 18, 25 and May 2, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0022 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 3, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Bob L. Rodriguez and Bonnie J. Rodriguez Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Intermountain Industries, Inc. D/B/ A Major Mortgage USA, an Utah Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Branch Banking and Trust Company Date of Deed of Trust 6/23/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/27/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 626747 Original Principal Amount $151,235.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $160,395.61 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 40, PIONEER PLACE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1722 Pioneer Circle, Delta, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/06/2012, at Public Trustee’s

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Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/03/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: NATHAN S. SILVER #28836 ROBERT J HOPP and ASSOCIATES LLC 333 W COLFAX AVENUE STE 200, PO BOX 8689, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 225-0811 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-00232CO ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0203 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) WENDELL HERRICK AND D’ANNE HERRICK Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 10/19/2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/15/2010 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 646794 Original Principal Amount $273,697.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $269,138.84 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 1, BENTLEY MINOR SUBDIVISION TOGETHER WITHOUT WARRANTY ONE (1) TRI-COUNTY WATER TAP AND FIVE (5) SHARES UVWUA Also known by street and number as: 4986 PEACH VALLEY ROAD, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 11/16/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 9105.02840 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JANE S. REED, Deceased Case Number 12 PR 38 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before September 2, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Melva Gray Person Giving Notice 12655 Latigo Place Elbert, CO 80106 Attorney for Personal Representative: Michael R. Dodson Clay and Dodson, P.C. PO Box 38 Delta CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Frances M. Soliz, Deceased Case Number 12 PR 24 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before September 3, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Gerald B. Feather Attorney for Personal Representative P.O. Box 1704 Grand Junction, CO 81506 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

D4 Wednesday, May 2, 2012 ORDINANCE NO. 2012-03 AN ORDINANCE GOVERNING THE PROVISION OF WATER SERVICE BY THE TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO, SETTING FORTH THE RATES AND FEES FOR WATER SERVICE, WATER TAPS, AND RELATED SERVICES; MODIFYING AND CARRYING FORWARD CERTAIN POLICIES RELATING TO WATER AS PREVIOUSLY ESTABLISHED BY ORDINANCE, AND REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT OR INCONSISTENT HEREWITH. WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, has made a thorough review and study of its existing Ordinances pertaining to water rates and water policies, and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, has undertaken to establish a comprehensive water Ordinance setting forth many of the policies of said Town pertaining to water services, and WHEREAS, the rates levied for water services must be carefully calculated to meet the cost of providing such service, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO, THAT: SECTION ONE - DEFINITIONS ACCESSORY BUILDING: A separate building on a residential property in addition to the primary household unit.

ADDITIONAL RATE: The monthly rate at which the property owner or water user shall be charged for each thousand (1,000) gallons of metered water consumed.

BASIC RATE: The rate per month per user for having service available to a water tap.

BUSINESS: A for-profit or non-profit activity, enterprise or entity properly filed with the Office of the Colorado Secretary of State and occupying a building, room or rooms.

COMMERCIAL USE: Use of water acquired from the Town of Paonia, Colorado, for any purpose not defined herein as a residential use.

HOME BUSINESS: A business situated on the property of the primary household unit of the owner(s) of the business.

HOUSEHOLD UNIT: A room or suite of rooms which is designed for, or occupied by, one family doing its cooking therein.

IN-TOWN TAP: A water tap within the corporate boundaries of the Town of Paonia, Colorado.

MAJOR SUBDIVISION: A subdivision that creates three (3) or more parcels of land or a conversion of existing parcels into five (5) or more apartments, townhouses or condominiums.

MASTER METER: Any device used to measure the amount and flow of water diverted from any pipeline, conduit, or reservoir constituting a part of the waterworks system of the Town, when from such diversion water is carried to multiple users, whether or not individually metered thereafter.

MULTIPLE USER: An additional use, user, or uses over and above the primary service designated for a single tap.

MUNICIPAL WATER: Water owned by the Town of Paonia, which may be furnished to a water user, whether said user is inside or outside the corporate limits of the Town.

OUT-OF-TOWN TAP: A water tap outside the corporate boundaries of the Town of Paonia, Colorado.

PROPERTY: A piece of real estate.

PROPERTY OWNER(S): Any person, individual, family, business establishment, association, corporation, or other entity holding legal or equitable title to real estate situated within the corporate limits or surrounding area of the Town upon which or to which municipal water is provided.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV): A vehicle designed to be used primarily as temporary living quarters for recreational, camping, travel or seasonal use that either has its own motor power or is mounted on or towed by another vehicle, including camping trailers, fifth wheel trailers, motor homes, travel trailers, park model RV’s and truck campers.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK: Any lot or tract of land designed to accommodate two or more recreational vehicles, as defined, and which exist as a privately owned and operated enterprise with or without charges for the parking of recreational vehicles occupied or intended to be occupied for dwelling or sleeping purposes for any length of time.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SPACE: A plot of land within a recreational vehicle park designed for the accommodation of one recreational vehicle.

RESIDENTIAL USE: Use of water acquired from the Town of Paonia, Colorado, for residential uses, both in and outside the household unit, related to its occupancy as a single family residence.

SEASONAL RATE: Any adjustment allowed for extra summertime usage.

SPECIAL USE – Schools, campuses, libraries, nursing homes, fire departments, police departments, emergency medical services and other services beneficial to the community at large as designated by Town Council.

TAP: The privilege to receive water through the municipal water system.

TOWN: The incorporated Town of Paonia, Colorado.

TOWN COUNCIL: The Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, Colorado.

TOWN MANAGER: The Town Council appointed Manager of the Town of Paonia or a designee appointed by the Town Council to fulfill the Town Manager duties.

WATER COMPANY: An organization with a contractual agreement with the Town of Paonia allowing them to deliver Town water outside the corporate boundaries of the Town of Paonia.

WATER USER OR USERS: Any person or business being furnished and or occupying premises equipped with one or more outlets for municipal water.

SECTION TWO - RATES FOR WATER Paragraph A: Basic Rate per Tap within the Town.

The basic in-town rate shall be sixteen dollars ($16.00) per month for each residential tap and twenty-two dollars ($22.00) per month for each commercial tap.

Paragraph B: Basic Rate per Tap outside the Town.

The basic out-of-town rate shall be twenty-two dollars ($22.00) per month for each residential tap and thirty five dollars ($35.00) per month for each commercial tap. Out-of-town water users using municipal water through a single water meter shall be charged and shall be responsible for such water individually and as a group.

Paragraph C: Additional Basic Rates for Residential Accessory Buildings with Plumbing.

Any in-town or out-of-town household unit that has accessory buildings with plumbing shall pay an increased basic rate of one fifth (1/5) the basic rate for each accessory building. Should the one fifth (1/5) additional basic rate conflict with the accessory building kitchen inclusion outlined in Section Three, the full separate water tap requirement supersedes. An accessory building shall be deemed a household unit if it has a kitchen.

Paragraph D: Additional Basic Rates for Multiple Businesses on One Lot or in a Single Building.

A commercial unit with plumbing shall pay one basic rate. Each additional commercial unit on the property or located in a single building with plumbing shall pay one fifth (1/5) basic rate. Each additional commercial business on a property or located in a single building anticipated to use five thousand (5,000) gallons of water per month or more shall pay the full basic rate. Any commercial business contained on a commercial property, or within a commercial building, that has individual accessory plumbing fixtures but not a kitchen shall pay one fifth (1/5) basic rate.

If plumbing fixture(s) are in a communal area and serves the communal needs of more than one of the commercial businesses housed in the same building, or on the property it can be included with the first basic rate.

Paragraph E: Special Seasonal Rate.

A Special Seasonal Rate may be established any year, depending on the need for revenues and water supplies available, at the option of the Town, from May 1 to not later than October 30 each year; such rate per month during this period to be established by Resolution of the Town Council.

Paragraph F: Usage.

Within the corporate limits of the Town of Paonia, the additional rate shall be charged a residential user for each 1,000 gallons and proportionately for each fractional part thereof, as follows: 0-10,000 gallons $1.35 per thousand 10,001-20,000 gallons $1.45 per thousand 20,001 to 30,000 gallons $1.80 per thousand 30,001 to 100,000 gallons $2.65 per thousand 100,001 or more gallons $4.00 per thousand Within the corporate limits of the Town of Paonia, the additional rate shall be charged a commercial user for each 1,000 gallons and proportionately for each fractional part thereof, as follows: 0-50,000 gallons $1.45 per thousand 50,001 to 100,000 gallons $2.00 per thousand 100,001 or more gallons $2.90 per thousand Outside the corporate limits of the Town of Paonia, the additional rate shall be charged a residential user for each 1,000 gallons and proportionately for each fractional part thereof, as follows: 0-5,000 gallons $1.45 per thousand 5,001 to 10,000 gallons $2.00 per thousand 10,001 to 20,000 gallons $3.20 per thousand 20,001 to 30,000 gallons $3.50 per thousand 30,001 or more gallons $6.60 per thousand Outside the corporate limits of the Town of Paonia, the additional rate shall be charged a commercial user for each 1,000 gallons and proportionately for each fractional part thereof, as follows: 0-5,000 gallons $3.20 per thousand 5,001 to 10,000 gallons $4.70 per thousand 10,001 to 50,000 gallons $6.40 per thousand 50,001 or more gallons $7.90 per thousand Paragraph G: Restricting Water Use. The Town may regulate, limit or prohibit the use by a user of Town supplied water if it is necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the public, including restricting the amount of water that would be available to a user because of water shortage emergencies. All lawn sprinkling and other outside irrigation from the Towns public water supply system shall be prohibited upon published notice if the Town Council shall determine that a public water shortage is likely to occur, or that the amount of pumpage of water from the Town public water supply system has reached such volume that, unless restricted, the public health and safety and welfare is likely to be endangered. The Town Council may, during such times of water shortage emergency, direct that other measures be taken or restrictions be observed by users of the public water supply system when deemed necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare and, when published, such measures and restrictions shall be followed by users of the public water supply system.

Paragraph H: Limited Service Rate.

A Limited Service Rate of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be paid as a minimum fee for special usage, inspections, single weekend use, on a limited time basis. Such fee includes one turn-on and turnoff, with water usage up to ten (10) days and not more than one thousand five hundred (1,500) gallons.

Paragraph I: Billing Procedure.

Water meters will be read or usage estimated during the last five (5) working days of the month. Utility bills will be mailed to the address provided by the water user no later than the fifth day of each month. The due date for utility bills shall remain constant on the fifteenth day of the month. A late charge of five dollars ($5.00) will be added to each bill not paid by the fifteenth of the month. All unpaid utility bills are delinquent after the fifteenth of the month. A shutoff notice shall be sent on the twentieth of the month or the next Monday if the twentieth falls on a weekend, specifying a shutoff time and date. The penalty fee that shall be charged for shutoff for nonpayment is fifty dollars ($50.00). This penalty fee, which is in addition to the water charges and late fees, also covers the subsequent turn-on service charge once the outstanding bill is paid. A Public Works Department employee may be accompanied by a Police Officer to terminate service as of the notified date.

The Town shall notify water user(s) and property owner of delinquent accounts. Notification shall be deemed issued by placing shutoff notice in the U.S. mails, certified, returned receipt requested, to the property owner’s last known address, as indicated on the County’s assessment roll or the Town of Paonia utility billing records, or delivered by personal service.

Restoration of service after a shutoff for delinquent payment will be by a member of the Public Works Department during regular business hours after payment in full of all delinquent and current amount owed including all additional charges. Regular business hours for such payment and for requests for resumption of service are between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. in person at the Town Office, Monday through Friday, except holidays. There will be no after-hours, holiday or weekend turn-on, when there has been a delinquency shutoff, unless it has been approved

PUBLIC NOTICES by the Town Manager. There will be an additional one hundred dollar ($100.00) fee for after-hours, holiday or weekend turn-on.

If a utility bill shows an unusual increase in water usage and if the water user notifies the Town within thirty (30) days of the billing date, a Public Works Department employee will reread the meter. If the original meter reading is in error, the water user will be credited for the amount of the error. If the original meter reading is correct and the water users are served by a master meter, they will be liable for all measured water. If the original meter reading is correct and if the Public Works Department employee determines there is a leak on the water user’s side of the meter and so informs the water user, the water user will be credited for the excess usage over the seasonal average usage back to the previous meter reading. No further credit will be made for excess usage after the date the user is informed of the leak nor will there be any credit for periods preceding the previous meter reading.

Paragraph J: Public Tap. All persons taking municipal water from the public tap furnished by the Town shall pay for such water at the rate of fifty cents ($0.50) per one hundred (100) gallons.

Paragraph K: Service Fee. There shall be a charge of thirty five dollars ($35.00) for a new account set up.

Paragraph L: Unpaid Charges a Lien.

All water charges, sewer charges, garbage collection charges, and sewer and water tap fees shall be a lien upon the property furnished with the service, from the date such charges become due until such charges are paid in the full amount. The owner of every building, premises, lot or house shall be liable for the charges or tap fees for any water, sewer, or garbage collection service furnished to their premises. Such lien and liability may be enforced by the Town in an action at law or in a suit to enforce the lien. The Town shall not be required to look to any person or entity other than the owner for the payment of such charges. No change in ownership or occupation of the premises shall affect the application of this section. In the event such charges are not paid within thirty (30) days after becoming due, the Town Clerk may certify such delinquent payments, together with accrued interest, to the Treasurer of Delta County, such charges to be collected in the same manner as the real property taxes on such premises, plus a ten percent (10%) penalty to defray the costs of collection.

SECTION THREE - FEES FOR WATER TAPS Every property owner connecting a water service line from their property to any water line constructed or owned by the Town, shall pay water tap fee prior to being permitted to connect to the main water line. A separate water tap fee is required for each household unit. Any residential accessory building with a kitchen requires a separate water tap fee. A home business shall not require two water taps as both a home and a business.

A commercial building using Town water shall pay a water tap fee. Multiple commercial businesses on one lot, or in one building, using Town water that has a kitchen or is anticipated to use five thousand (5,000) gallons of water or more, per month, shall purchase an additional water tap for each such business. The types of business requiring such water include, but are not limited to, a business with a kitchen, Laundromat, car wash, convenience store, grocery store, dental or medical clinic, beauty shop, barber shop, child care, fabricating and manufacturing, fruit packing, membership gym with showers, nursing home, veterinary, residential rental. The Town Manager may change the list as needed. Hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts shall purchase one water tap for the first or manager’s unit. Any unit with a kitchen shall require a water tap.

Each recreational vehicle (RV) park shall purchase one water tap. Any RV located within a RV park for more than 30 days shall be deemed a permanent residence and shall purchase a full water tap. If a building or RV park is remodeled or expanded so that the number of household units or commercial businesses is increased, the owner will be liable for additional water taps proportional to the number of added household units or businesses requiring a water tap.

Paragraph A: In-Town Taps.

There is no annual limit on the number of in-town water taps available for public sale. The basic water tap fee in-town is six thousand dollars ($6,000) for each water tap. The in-town commercial water tap fee will increase as follows when requiring a larger service line than 3⁄4 inch.

1 inch $9,790.00 1.5 inch $22,000.00 2 inch $39,050.00 3 inch $88,000.00 4 inch $156,200.00 The required tap size for a commercial use will be determined by an authorized representative of the Town.

Paragraph B: Out-of-Town Taps.

There is hereby established an annual limit of eight (8) out-of-town water taps available for public sale. The sale of these out-of-town water taps requires the majority approval of the Town Council. The basic water tap fee out-of-town is fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000). The out-of-town commercial water tap fee will increase as follows when requiring a larger service line than 3⁄4 inch.

1 inch $18,790.00 1.5 inch $27,210.00 2 inch $56,100.00 3 inch $136,950.00 4 inch $224,400.00 The required tap size for a commercial use will be determined by an authorized representative of the Town.

Paragraph C: Out-of-Town Sale Area.

Out-of-town water taps are available only in the area served by the Clock water treatment facility (also known as the one million gallon lower treatment plant.)

Paragraph D: Special Use. An entity designated as a special use shall receive ten thousand (10,000) gallons free water per month. Usage beyond ten thousand (10,000) gallons shall be billed at prevailing rates. The Town Council by a majority vote and at its discretion may provide discounted water tap fees for special use.

Paragraph E: In-Town Tap Requirements.

Each in-town water tap shall meet the following criteria: 1) An application to purchase the water tap shall identify the legal description of the property to be served.

2) A deposit in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500) or full payment shall be received by the Town with the application for the water tap.

The balance of the water tap fee shall be paid within one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of application. In the event that the balance is unpaid within one hundred eighty (180) days the water tap is void and the deposit is forfeited. No water will be delivered until the water tap is paid in full. The Town Council by a majority vote and at its discretion may provide a full or partial refund should the application to purchase the water tap be withdrawn within the 180 days.

Paragraph F: Out-of-Town Tap Requirements.

Each out-of-town water tap shall meet the following criteria: 1) An application to purchase the water tap shall identify the legal description of the property to be served.

2) A deposit in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500) shall be received by the Town with the application for the water tap. In the event the Town Council denies the water tap the deposit shall be refunded. The balance of the water tap fee shall be paid within one hundred eighty (180) days from the date of approval. In the event that the water tap is approved by the Town Council and the balance is unpaid within one hundred eighty (180) days the water tap is void and the deposit is forfeited. No water will be delivered until the water tap is paid in full. The Town Council by a majority vote and at its discretion may provide a full or partial refund should the application to purchase the water tap be withdrawn within the 180 days.

3) A pre-annexation agreement on a form approved by the Town Council, signed by all parties listed as owners registered on the last deed of record on the property at the office of the Delta County Clerk and Recorder, shall be delivered to the Town Clerk, such agreement to be recorded at the office of the Delta County Clerk and Recorder, at the expense of the tap purchaser.

4) Said owner(s) shall provide a legal agreement binding the owner(s) of the tap to the water ordinances of the Town of Paonia.

5) If the tap is attached to the water lines of an out-of-town water company, a letter of approval from that water company shall be delivered to the Town Clerk, at the time of submitting the application.

6) New construction using one of the out-of-town water taps must be built to Town of Paonia standards, apply for and receive a Town of Paonia building permit and be inspected and approved by a Town of Paonia building inspector.

7) All new water lines installed out-of-town as a consequence of purchasing an out-of-town tap must be built to Town of Paonia standards and be approved by the Town Manager.

8) All out-of-town taps must purchase and install an individual water meter that meets Town of Paonia standards.

9) The Town of Paonia, at its sole option, may require the water tap purchaser to furnish and install a fire hydrant with associated hardware and an appropriate water line sized to that hydrant. The location of the fire hydrant will be determined by the Town of Paonia and the Delta County Fire Protection District #2. Compliance with this subsection may be evidenced by written agreement with the Town and presented to Delta County Planning Department as a condition of Town water supply to said property.

Paragraph G: Transferability of Taps.

An application to purchase a water tap shall identify the legal description of the property to be served and, upon purchase, the tap shall issue to that property only. Such tap shall not be transferable without first acquiring approval of the Town Council. Any subdivision of a property which has a water tap shall be considered a tap transfer that requires Town Council approval. Water taps which are not bound to a legal property description are null and void. Any violation hereof may result in a revocation of the tap right to that water user after at least thirty (30) days written notice is given to the owner thereof and after a public hearing by the Town Council where the revocation will be decided by majority vote.

Paragraph H: Water Companies.

Out-of-town taps are to be sold within a water company unless exempted by a majority vote of the Town Council. No new water companies shall be created by the sale of out-of-town taps unless an exemption is allowed by a majority vote of the Town Council. If a new water company is formed by the majority vote of the Town Council it must have a minimum of five (5) taps and it must agree to allow to its being merged with an adjacent water company at some future time upon the request of a majority vote of the Town Council. An existing water company may add new lateral lines to a main delivery line of the Town of Paonia that extend its coverage.

Any new lateral line must be approved by the Town Manager. No lateral line shall be added within five hundred feet of an existing lateral line unless exempted by a majority vote of the Town Council. Out-of-town taps cannot be attached to the distribution lines owned by a water company without the written approval of that water company.

Paragraph I: Excessive Usage.

Both in-town and out-of-town water tap users, newly added to the Paonia water system after the adoption of ordinance 2005-03, who use more than 150,000 gallons per month or major subdivisions that place additional demands on the Town of Paonia water system may have to supply all or a portion of acceptable raw water rights adequate to serve the additional demands as determined by the Town Council at no cost to the Town of Paonia.

Paragraph J: Installation Costs.

All costs of installation and materials related to a water tap to be installed will be paid via the utility bill by the purchaser of any such taps, including connection to the closest Town water line and a minimum 5/8 by 3/4 meter.

SECTION FOUR - STANDBY FEES There is no reduced standby fee for taps that are not yet installed or not in service. The minimum monthly fee for any tap shall be the appropriate base rate.

SECTION FIVE - INSPECTION The Town Council and its duly constituted agents and authorities, shall have full power to take such steps as it deems proper to determine, by inspection, the number of water taps for which any property owner shall be charged, to the extent that such power does not violate the Constitution or Laws of the United States of America or the State of Colorado.

SECTION SIX - WATER CERTIFICATES The issuance and requirement for Water Certificates was discontinued as of November 1, 1988. No outstanding Water Certificate will be honored by the Town as a water tap.

Delta County Independent

SECTION SEVEN - INDIVIDUAL METERS Separate meters shall be required within the Town for each residence or commercial building. Properties sharing a common line feeding through one property to another, or utilizing a single meter for two or more units or serviced by only one water line shall be required to install separate meters so that service to each user is independent from every other.

Each household unit shall be serviced by a separate water meter. Multiple household units in a single building owned by a single entity built prior to the enactment of this Ordinance may be served by a single water meter under the condition that all units are included in one bill which is the responsibility of the property owner. New construction of multiple household units in a single building will require separate water meters. If an additional household unit is constructed on an existing lot that has a water tap, the new structure must be provided with an additional water meter.

If a lot containing more than a single structure is subdivided to provide separate lots for each structure, each lot without water meters must provide separate water lines and separate water meters as a condition of subdivision. If a lot containing a single household unit is subdivided, each household unit erected upon the new subdivided area must have a separate water line and water meter. Each separate commercial building using water must have a separate water line and water meter.

Regardless of previous service record, length of service or history of the water line involved, it is hereby established that service shall be commenced only where each user is served by a separate water meter and separate service line unless exempt as outlined in this section.

SECTION EIGHT - SYSTEM PROHIBITIONS. Paragraph A: Water System Damage.

No person shall : Willfully, negligently or maliciously break, damage, destroy, uncover, deface, tamper with or alter, any structure, property, appurtenance, equipment or any other item which is part of the water system. Remove any intown water meter, water pipe, or other water equipment or tools owned by the Town Prevent or circumvent a water meter from measuring water supplied by the water system.

Paragraph B: Obtaining Water Fraudulently.

Tampering with water system equipment or stealing water service shall be grounds for discontinuance of water service. Theft of water shall include, but not be limited to the following: • Opening valves at the curb or meter that have been turned off; • Breaking, picking or damaging cut-off locks; • By-passing meters in any way; • Taking un-metered water from hydrants by unauthorized person or department; • Removing, disabling or adjusting meter registers; • Connecting to or intentionally damaging water lines, valves or other appurtenances for the purpose of stealing or damaging water system equipment; • Moving the meter or extending service without permission; • Any other intentional act of defacement, destruction or vandalism to water system property or act that affects water system property; • Any intentional blockage or obstruction of water system equipment.

Water service turned on without permission, or by someone not officially designated by the Town to do so, or any unauthorized turn-on, off, or tampering with a meter shall subject the user or the property owner to whom the tap is registered to a penalty fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) for the first offense and a misdemeanor summons to Municipal Court for subsequent offenses. All penalties paid will be in addition to the regular costs of connection and service as well as liability for full damages, repairs, investigations or inspections incurred by their actions.

After three (3) prohibition violations by the same user the matter will be sent before the Town Council for a public hearing and further action including possible tap revocation.

Paragraph C: Responsibility The user is responsible for any rules or policy violations that occur regarding the water service to that property. Personal participation by the user in any such violation shall not be necessary to impose personal responsibility on the user.

Paragraph D: Notification.

A notice of violation may be mailed or otherwise delivered to the user and owner, and the user shall be ordered to immediately cease any unlawful practice if there is evidence suggesting the possibility of theft of water at the user’s premises and the violation does not constitute an immediate threat of safety or equipment integrity to the water system. No notice of violation will be mailed or delivered and user water service is subject to immediate shutoff in any of the following situations: Theft of water is definitely evident on the user’s premises; A situation exists that may endanger public health.

Paragraph E: Punitive Billing Procedure.

If it is determined theft of water has occurred, the Town reserves the right to adjust the user’s current water bill and the user’s water bills for the past twelve (12) months of usage. If the approximate amount of water that was stolen cannot be reasonably determined, the user’s usage will be set at two times the user’s metered usage or the American Water Works Association (AWWA) standard water usage based on the number of occupants. Discontinuance of water service shall not release the user from liability of payment for water service already received or from liability from payments that thereafter become due under the Town water rates and fees. The Town shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from the discontinuance of water service.

Paragraph F: Unpaid Charges.

The name that appears on the account for water service shall be billed for payment of all charges. All water charges and fees shall be a lien upon the property furnished with the service, from the date such charges become due until such charges are paid in the full amount. Such lien and liability may be enforced by the Town in an action at law or in a suit to enforce the lien. The Town shall not be required to look to any person or entity other than the owner for the payment of such charges. No change in ownership or occupation of the premises shall affect the application of this section. In the event such charges are not paid within thirty (30) days after becoming due, the Town Clerk may certify such delinquent payments, together with accrued interest, to the Treasurer of Delta County, such charges to be collected in the same manner as the real property taxes on such premises, plus a ten percent (10%) penalty to defray the costs of collection.

The Town shall have the right to refuse to provide water service to an applicant or to any member of an applicant’s household who is living at the same address whenever such person(s) is (are) delinquent on any payment to the Town or had his or her water service discontinued because of a violation of this Ordinance.

SECTION NINE - METER ACCESSIBILITY At the option of the Town, property owners may be required to relocate their meter or install a radio meter at their own expense if its location is remote from a walkway or roadway, under a mobile home, inside a structure or where regular access is prevented permanently or temporarily by a fence, animal, or other obstruction.

If the property owner involved has not made satisfactory remedy within forty-five (45) days of a written notice from the Town, the Town may relocate the meter in question, install a radio meter, or make such other appropriate remedy, charging such costs along with the regular billing for water service, or, if necessary, filing a lien against such property.

No buildings, structures or sidewalks shall be built to block access to water mains or meters.

SECTION TEN - MAINTENANCE OF WATER PIPELINES. The Town of Paonia maintains and supports a water collection and distribution system, primarily for use by residents living within the Town limits.

The Town of Paonia is not a public utility, nor is it furnishing water or any other service as a public utility, but does so solely as an accommodation to users outside the Paonia Town limits or as a municipal service to residents of the Town.

All collection lines from springs and other water sources, transmission lines to and from reservoirs or between reservoirs, and main supply lines to the Town will be the responsibility of the Town of Paonia.

Within the boundaries of the Town of Paonia the maintenance of the water distribution system, including main and laterals to the valve or meter at the user’s property line, shall be the responsibility of the Town. After the meter the maintenance is the responsibility of the water user.

Outside the boundaries of the Town of Paonia the maintenance of the water distribution system is limited to the main lines. The maintenance of private lines including the tap and meter is the responsibility of the water company or water user. The Town Manager will keep a list of main lines repaired by the Town of Paonia.

If a leak is detected in water lines that are not the Town’s responsibility and if the repairs are not initiated or completed by the owner(s) within thirty (30) days of notification, the Town may contract the necessary repairs and prorate the cost to the owner(s). The Town reserves the right to terminate water service through lines that are leaking excessively and not being repaired. The Town Manager shall make the determination as to the timeliness of repair and whether or not the leakage is excessive.

No leak credits shall be given for water companies.

SECTION ELEVEN - EQUAL ACCESS. All water users, whether inside or outside the corporate boundaries of the Town of Paonia, have equal access to municipal water. However, water tap fees and water rates may be different inside and outside the corporate boundaries of the Town of Paonia.

SECTION TWELVE – EXISTING CONDITIONS As a condition of receiving municipal water, users not currently in compliance with the provisions of this ordinance shall comply with this ordinance upon the sale or transfer of the property receiving and using municipal water, or upon the determination of the Town Manager that such noncompliance exists. There is no grandfathering of existing noncompliance.

SECTION THIRTEEN All other Ordinances, Resolutions and other provisions of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, or parts thereof, in conflict or inconsistent herewith, and to the extent they are in conflict or inconsistent herewith, are hereby repealed; provided, however, that the repeal of any Ordinance, Resolution, other provisions of the Town of Paonia, Colorado, or parts thereof, shall not revive any other section of the same heretofore repealed and superseded.

INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED, ADOPTED AND ORDERED PUBLISHED

BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO THIS 24th DAY OF April, 2012.

TOWN OF PAONIA, COLORADO By: Mayor, Neal Schwieterman ATTEST: Town Clerk, Barbara J. Peterson Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0035 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 6, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Kelley C. Harper Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 4/29/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/29/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 625124 Original Principal Amount $258,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $245,627.90

Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 29, 30, 31 AND 32 IN BLOCK 7 OF HOTCHKISS SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 404 W Hotchkiss Ave, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby

Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/06/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: KIMBERLY L. MARTINEZ #40351 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-02701 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0021 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 2, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Russell W Quest Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 7/31/2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 8/5/2003 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 569871 Original Principal Amount $83,800.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $57,010.58 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A A tract of land situate in part of the NE1/4SW1/4 of Section 24, Township 13 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the South edge of the road described in Road Book "B" Page 45 said point being also in the centerline of Kiser Creek from whence the W1/4 corner of said Section 24, Township 13 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian bears North 49°07' West a distance of 1,944.8 feet and considering the West line of said NE1/4SW1/4 to bear North 00°20' East and all other bearings relative thereto; thence South 66°08' East to the West right of way line of a county road designated as Road 2075 a distance of 236.5 feet; thence South 38°12' West along the edge of the county road designated as 2075 Road to the South line of said NE1/4SW1/4 a distance of 112.0 feet; thence 86°19' West along said South line of the NE1/4SW1/4 to the centerline of Kiser Creek 239.5 feet; thence Northeasterly along the centerline of Kiser Creek the following courses and distances; North 09°34' East 57.2 feet; North 02°50' East 52.5 feet; North 29°22' East 27.5; North 64°18' East 36.4 feet; North 59°36' East a distance of 38.9 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

Delta County, Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 1723 2075 DR, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/06/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/02/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-01307 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

Legal Deadline is 10 a.m.

Mondays

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0030 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) JENNIFER J. LAHOE Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/26/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/31/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 633261 Original Principal Amount $183,353.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $176,577.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 17 YORKSHIRE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 936 YORKSHIRE COURT, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 9105.03521 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0198 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 9, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) WEST RIDGE GROUP, L.L.C. Original Beneficiary(ies) FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAINPLAINS, FLCA, a wholly owned subsidiary of FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAIN PLAINS, ACA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAIN PLAINS, FLCA, a wholly owned subsidiary of FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAIN PLAINS, ACA Date of Deed of Trust 11/14/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/27/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 609998 Original Principal Amount $2,000,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $2,893,684.91 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1: The SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 23, Township 15 South Range 91 West of the 6th P.M. County of Delta, State of Colorado Parcel 2: A parcel of land located within the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 23, Township 15 South, range 91 West of the 6th P.M. having a description based upon a bearing of North 89°53'50" East from the SW 1/16 corner (monumented by a 2" alum. cap PLS 25972) to the CS 1/16 (monumented by a 2" alum. cap PLS 25972) with all other bearings relative thereto; Beginning at the SE corner of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 (CS 1/16 corner) of said Section 23; Thence along the South line of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 South 89°53'50" West 888.24 feet to the center line of E 50 Drive; Thence along said center line the following 2 courses; North 71°42'26" East 60.38 feet; North 75°21'38" East 858.32 feet to the East line of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4; Thence along said line South 00°06'40" East 234.29 feet to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Together with all water rights, wells and equipment, ditch and ditch rights appurtenant thereto, used for the irrigation of said land including, but not limited to: Priority Number A-91, dated 06/23/1914 for .0.5 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Shearer Ditch (Little Coal Creek).

Priority Number A-12, dated 06/23/1914 for 0.5 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (second

Creek).

Priority Number J-190, dated 03/20/1954 for 2.75 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (Second Creek-Smith Fork).

Priority Number J-327, dated 03/20/1954 for 1.75 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (Second Creek-Smith Fork).

Priority Number A-12, dated 08/31/1987 for 0.25 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (Second Creek-Smith Fork).

Priority Number 527, dated 06/30/1955 for 8.0 c.f.s. decreed water from Head-Ferrier Ditch (Curricanti).

Priority Number L-62, dated 10/05/1962 for 0.06 c.f.s. decreed water from Beal Spring.

Priority Number 0.1, date pending, for 0.10 c.f.s. decreed water from Bear Gulch Spring.

Together with 2 shares of the Hice Ditch, incorporated into the Needle Rock Ditch.

Together with 1 Domestic Water Well and a security interest in all pumps, motors, equipment, and sprinkler systems used for irrigation of the land described in Exhibit A, including all future additions to, replacement of or substitutions for. Together with all Solar Panel Equipment and Fixtures of every kind and description, whether said equipment is owned or rented, whether new or used, whether now in the possession of the borrower or hereafter acquired, together with substitutes and replacements thereof, all accessions and accessories added to or used in connection with such equipment.

Together with Easement Agreement dated November 10, 2006, by and between West Ridge Group, L.L.C., Grantor and West Elk Lodge L.L.C. Grantee, and recorded herein.

Also known by street and number as: 44474 NEEDLE ROCK ROAD, CRAWFORD, CO 81415.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/20/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 4/25/2012 Last Publication 5/23/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 11/09/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: DOUGLAS W. BROWN #10429 Brown, Berardini & Dunning PC 2000 SOUTH COLORADO BLVD TOWER TWO SUITE 700, DENVER, CO 80222 (877) 234-3152 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 187-023B ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE - DEFERRED - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-803(6) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0194 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 3, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) THURMAN E. KEENEY AND MARY LOU CATERINO Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust 1/31/2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2/4/2003 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 563163 Book: 959 Page: 953 Original Principal Amount $82,722.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $66,980.28 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1: Part of Block 1 of he Amended Plat of Cedaredge Estates, Cedaredge, Colorado, more particularly described as follow: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Block 1 of the Amended Plat of Cedaredge Estates, Cedaredge, Colorado; thence South 84°01' East along the North Boundary of said Subdivision 76.39 feet; thence South 6°01'29" West, 89.93 feet; thence North 84°01' West, 84.11 feet to the East Boundary of a Town Street; thence following said street North 10°56' East, 90.26 feet to the point of beginning.

Parcel 2: A tract of land located in Lot 1 in Block 2 of Cedaredge Estates Subdivision as Amended, Cedaredge, Colorado, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 1 in Block 2 of Cedaredge Estates Subdivision; thence along the South Boundary of said Lot 1 South 84°01' East, 76.39 feet; thence North 6°01'29" East, 20.5 feet; thence along the centerline of an existing ditch North 62°58' West, 40.03 feet; thence North 52°51' West, 24.80 feet; thence North 66°54'41" West, 23.41 feet to the East right of way of an existing Public Road; thence along the arc of a curve to the right 55.00 feet (having a radius of 171.86 feet and a long chord of

South 1°25'55" West, 54.77 feet) to the point of beginning.

Also known by street and number as: 215 NORTHEAST 4TH STREET, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. The original Sale Date was scheduled for March 7, 2012 but was deferred pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 38-38801 et seq. The deferment period has been terminated or ended and the Sale may now proceed according to law.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/06/2012 (formerly scheduled for March 7, 2012 and continued for deferment) , at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale 4/11/2012 Last Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 4/2/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LINDSAY J. MILLER #42372 Janeway Law Firm LLC 19201 E MAIN STREET SUITE 205, PARKER, CO 8013-49092 (303) 706-9990 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # JLF #13286 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0029 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) KEVIN BRADLEY HOWELL AND BRENDA LEA HOWELL Original Beneficiary(ies) BW MORTGAGE, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/17/2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/18/2005 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 589172 Original Principal Amount $118,937.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $104,969.23 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION PART OF BLOCK A OF THE GARNET MESA SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK A; THENCE SOUTH 278 FEET; AND THENCE EAST 70 FEET; THENCE NORTH 278 FEET; AND THENCE WEST 70 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 516 CRAWFORD AVENUE, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 9105.03509 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE

SALE NO. 2012-0031 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Randall K. Nuss and Shirley A. Nuss Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for U.S. Bank N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust 3/10/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/14/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 623808 Original Principal Amount $337,949.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $319,308.32 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT "A" Part of the Southeast 1/4 Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point in a County Road and on a Section line from which the Southeast corner of said Section 27 bears South 0°59' West 889 feet; thence running South 88°43' West 484.3 feet; thence North 0°04' East 444.1 feet to a point in a County Road and a subdivision line; thence following said road and line North 88°41' East 491.6 feet to the Northeast corner of said Southeast 1/4 Southeast 1/4 Section 27 which is at an intersection with another County Road; thence following the Section line and County Road South 0°59' West 444.5 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Also known by street address as: 25926 Q 25 Road, Cedaredge, CO 81413 Also known by street and number as: 25926 Q25 Road, Cedaredge, CO 81413.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 11-17688 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0033 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 2, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) MARK A. NESS AND MELONIE D. NESS Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL COLORADO, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL COLORADO, INC. Date of Deed of Trust 11/16/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/28/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 620980 Original Principal Amount $169,702.54 Outstanding Principal Balance $167,067.72 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. LEGAL DESCRIPTION LOT 9, SURFACE CREEK ESTATES, a part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 25, Township 14 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, according to the Recorded plat thereof on file in the Office of the Delta County Clerk and Recorder.

County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 20199 PLATEAU DRIVE, AUSTIN, CO 81410-8285.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of

Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/02/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 9106.02190 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0037 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 7, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Mike Griggs Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 9/19/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 9/25/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 629047 Original Principal Amount $297,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $288,264.29 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A Part of the E1/2 of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 29, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 29, which is in the center of the county road, whence the Northeast Corner of said Section 29 bears East a distance of 324.1 feet; thence South 0°19' West 537.6 feet; thence South 89°59' West 324.1 feet to the West line of said E1/2 of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4; thence North 0°19' East to the North line of said Section 29 a distance of 537.6 feet; thence East a distance of 324.1 feet more or less to the Point of Beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: 1790 F Road, Delta, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/07/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CAMILLE Y. HARLAN #43789 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-02825 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0204 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Tony Alonzo and Patrice Alonzo Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First Horizon Home Loan Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a

Wednesday, May 2, 2012 The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the holders of the Certificates, First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series FHAMS 2007AA1, by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank NationalAssociation, Master Servicer, in its capacity as agent for the Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Date of Deed of Trust 3/1/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/16/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 613132 Original Principal Amount $270,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $256,950.04 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED WITHIN THE NW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 AND THE SW 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 15 SOUTH, RANGE 92 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, HAVING A DESCRIPTION BASED UPON A REARING OF NORTH 89° 44' 44" EAST FROM THE SECTION CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 26, 27, 34 AND 35 TO THE 1/4 CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 26 AND 35 WITH ALL OTHER BEARINGS RELATIVE THERETO AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE 1/4 CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 26 AND 27 (MONUMENTED BY A 2" IRON PIPE WITH A 3 1/4" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE ALONG SECTION LINE NORTH 00° 08' 52" EAST 50.83 FEET (MONUMENTED

BY A 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE NORTH 89° 39' 06" EAST 1322.72 FEET (MONUMENTED BY A 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE SOUTH 00° 13' 48" WEST 1201.96 FEET (MONUMENTED BY A 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE SOUTH 89° 41' 55" WEST 1320.28 FET (MONUMENTED BY 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 12766); THENCE NORTH 00° 06' 46" EAST 1150.03 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 37822 Linmann Rd, Crawford, CO 81415.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 11/16/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 11-11442 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2010-0088 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Lynette Mott Original Beneficiary(ies) Norwest Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon, fka The Bank of New York as Successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank NA as Trustee for Bear Stearns Asset-Backed Securities Trust 2005-SD4, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-SD4 Date of Deed of Trust 7/26/1999 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 7/27/1999 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 527032 Book: 836 Page: 589 Original Principal Amount $42,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $36,599.24 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Exhibit A PART OF LOT 23, BLOCK 2, BRUCE AND JOHNSON SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN THE NW1/4SW1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 15 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST 6TH P.M. MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 23 WITH THE PRODUCED LINE FROM A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 12457 TO A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 3657 WHICH BEARS NORTH 72°22'27" EAST 2,097.67 FEET FROM DELTA TOWNSITE CORNER NUMBER 2 (D.T.2) AND CONSIDERING A LINE

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FROM A BRASS MONUMENT AT SAID D.T.2 ON THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF THE CURB AT THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 92 WITH HIGHWAY 50 TO A RAILROAD SPIKE IN HIGHWAY 50 AT CONTROL POINT 31 OF THE DELTA CONTROL SYSTEM TO BEAR NORTH 12°46'04" EAST AND ALL OTHER BEARINGS TO BE RELATIVE THERETO; THENCE SOUTH 08°35'50" EAST 102.66 FEET ON THE SAID EAST LINE OF LOT 23 TO THE NORTH LINE OF CRAWFORD AVENUE; THENCE SOUTH 84°27'05" WEST 91.00 FEET ON THE SAID NORTH LINE OF CRAWFORD AVENUE; THENCE NORTH 05°14'49" WEST 102.63 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SAID PRODUCED LINE FROM A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP

BY L.S. 12457 TO A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP L.S. 3657; THENCE NORTH 84°31'38" EAST 85.00 FEET ON THE SAID PRODUCED LINE FROM A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 12457 TO A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 3657 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 517 Crawford Avenue, Delta, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/27/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CHRISTOPHER T. GROEN #39976 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 10-10283 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT Project Name: PMPL WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS Project Location: Delta County, Pitkin Mesa (North of Colorado Hwy 133, Paonia, CO) Owner's Name: Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company The Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company (Owner) Intends to accept the above named Project completed by Williams Construction Company, Inc. (Contractor) On or about May 15th, 2012 (Date).

In accordance with the Contract Documents, the Owner may withhold a portion of the remaining payment to be made to the Contractor as necessary to protect the Owner from loss on account of claims or liens filed and/or the failure of the Contractor to make payments to Subcontractors and material Suppliers.

Project Subcontractors and Suppliers of the Contractor are hereby notified that unresolved Outstanding claims must be certified and forwarded to: Contact Person: Dan Quigley, Buckhorn Geotech Address: 222 South Park Avenue Montrose, CO 81401 Tel: (970) 249-6828, Fax: (970) 249-0945 as soon as possible, but no later than May 11th, 2012 (Date) Clay MacDonald (Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company) President of the Board of Directors (Title) Published in the Delta County Independent May 2 and 9, 2012.

NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget will be submitted to the Board of Education of the Delta County Joint School District No. 50 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013. On May 15, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at Crawford Elementary School, a preliminary proposed budget will be presented to the Board of Education and for public hearing and filed in the office of Delta County School District 50J where same is open for public inspection. It will be presented for public hearing and adoption at the regular meeting of the Board of Education of Delta County School District 50J on June 21, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Delta County Center for Performing Arts and Education. Any taxpayer within Delta County Joint School District No. 50 may at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget file or register his objections thereto.

Dated April 24, 2012 Board of Education

By Terry Kimber Finance Director Published in the Delta County Independent May 2 and 9, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of GRACE ALMO SHOCK, a/k/a GRACE A. SHOCK, a/k/a GRACE SHOCK, Deceased Case Number 12PR35 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before September 3, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

James Shock Person Giving Notice 12140 Highway 65 Austin, CO 81410 Attorney for Personal Representative Aaron R. Clay PO Box 38 Delta CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

Legal Deadline 10 a.m. Mondays

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Delta County Independent

Documentary explores denial of education in Iran “Education Under Fire,” a documentary addressing the Iranian government’s denial of the right to education for ideological and religious reasons, will be shown at the Center for Spiritual Living on Saturday, May 5.

Besides encouraging specific action to mitigate the effects of this policy in Iran, the documentary encourages conversation within communities that raises awareness of this situation and illuminates the importance of upholding Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Article 26 guarantees education as an inalienable right of every human being.

Since the 1979 revolution, the Iranian government has made it a state policy to block the progress of its largest non-Muslim religious minority. Three hundred thousand of Iranian Bahais have faced arrest, imprisonment, torture and execution.

Young Bahais have not been allowed to attend any of Iran’s universities.

This type of abuse violates every international human rights charter and even Iran’s own constitution.

In 1987, the Iranian Baha’i community started an informal university, the Baha’i Institute for Higher Education (BIHE).

Classes are taught peacefully in living rooms and

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY

DELTA DELTA FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD Eaton & Dodge, Delta • 874-3568 Pastor: Lee Ponder Sunday: Celebration Service 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Celebration Service 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study 9:00 a.m.

Wednesday: Family night 7:00 p.m.

Royal Rangers Missionettes Fireproof Youth (Jr. & Sr. High) Saturday: Men's Prayer Breakfast 6:00 a.m.

LANDMARK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 12th & Grand, Delta • 874-3717 Pastor: Ken Gilchrist Sunday: Sunday School (all ages) Morning Worship Sunday Afternoon Wednesday Evening

kitchens across Iran by Baha’i academics who have been barred from teaching professionally as a result of their religious beliefs. The BIHE is the only opportunity that Baha’i youth have for higher education.

In May 2011, the Iranian government launched a countrywide attack against the BIHE. Dozens of homes were raided, computers and educational materials were confiscated, and 18 professors and administrators were arrested. Seven of those detained received four- or five-year prison terms.

Their only crime was educating the youth in their community.

“Education Under

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CHURCH OF CHRIST

860 Crawford Ave., Delta Carlos & Rosemary Sluder, Pastors – 874-0167 Benjamin y Eunice Aviña Addlescentes – 874-0517 Arturo & Alicia Carrasco, Children – 874-0771 Domingo: Escuela Dominical Predicacion Culto de la Tarde y Niños Miercoles: Family Night Jovenes

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Our church could be your home.”

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

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH

SURFACE CREEK

SURFACE CREEK

NORTH FORK

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CEDAREDGE

763 Meeker St., Delta Pastor: Seth Coridan Sabbath School Saturday Morning Worship Prayer Meetings Wednesday

9:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

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

Delta Ward 11:00 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DELTA

DELTA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

9:00 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

days left to reserve a spot for the Chick-fil-A Leadercast 2012. Tickets are $80 each and a catered lunch is provided. Bring three others and the fourth ticket is free.

To learn more, contact Russ Ooms at 856-3817, e-mail russooms@hotmail. com, or visit www.leader cast.com.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 5th and Oak, Paonia • 527-4239 Bishop Stephen W. Bayles Sacrament Meeting 10:00 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

Sunday School 11:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Priesthood & Relief Society 12:10-1:00 p.m.

BIBLE CENTER CHURCH 1117 Third Street, Paonia • 527-4629 www.biblecenteronline.com John Owen, Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Awana Clubs - Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

NORTH FORK BAPTIST CHURCH 639 Samuel Wade Rd., Paonia • 527-4644 www.nfbcpaonia.org Pastor Tobey Williams Bible Study 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Nursery Provided

CRAWFORD COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 297 Dogwood Ave., Crawford • 921-3300 Rev. John Hiestand Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m.

Adult Education 8:00 a.m.

Children’s Education 9:00 a.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PAONIA 227 Oak Ave., Paonia • 527-7291 • 527-3450 P.O. Box 413, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Ed Hollett Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Traditional Church Service 10:45 a.m.

PAONIA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 235 Box Elder Avenue, Paonia • 527-3161 www.paoniachristianfellowship.com Pastor Scott McIntire Sunday Services: Sunday School for ages 2-112 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:15 a.m.

Monday Ladies Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

His Hands — Men’s Group 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: Ladies Bible Study 1:00 p.m.

Converge for Ages 7-12 4:30 p.m.

Youth Dinner 6:15 p.m.

Youth Group Grades 7 & Up 7:00 p.m.

Please join our family for a variety of music and worship.

Something for everyone!

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

ECKERT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

HOTCHKISS CHURCH OF CHRIST 13025 Highway 65, Eckert • 835-3441 175 N. 1st St., Hotchkiss • 527-3225 P.O. Box 7 Minister Windell Howard Pastor Jo DeVinny Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday: Morning Worship: Year Round 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School during worship MOUNTAIN VIEW BIBLE CHURCH Thursday: Lazear, CO – 872-2139 Bible Study Held at Big E Market 7:30 a.m.

Pastor Jim Jesser – 323-6412 Youth Pastor Jake Erickson - 872-6329 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Morning Service 11:00 a.m.

NEW HOPE EVANGELICAL Evening Service & Youth Night 6:00 p.m.

FREE CHURCH Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Meets at Cedaredge Community Center Christ Centered Country Church www.newhopefree.org Independent and Fundamental Pastor Bill Williamson 856-4458 Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

HOTCHKISS COMMUNITY Children’s Church 10:45 a.m.

Nursery Available UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Men’s Breakfast 1st & 3rd Sat. 7:00 at Ole Bakery 2nd & Orchard, Hotchkiss • Office: 872-3540 Youth Groups — schedules vary Pastor John Hiestand • 872-4881 Call for time and place Sanctuary is handicapped accessible Children's and Adult’s Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Peace Circle, 2nd Tues.

12:30 p.m.

CEDAREDGE COMMUNITY Wearhouse hours: Monday 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

UMW Meet 3rd Saturday 9:00 a.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH National Historical Register site 3rd & Aspen, PO Box 369, Cedaredge • 970-856-3696 cedaredgecumc@tds.net Pastor Deb Edwards Vickie Richards-Street, Pastoral Associate Rev. Bob Watts, Pastor Emeritus FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

OF HOTCHKISS Worship Services 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

203 W. Main, Hotchkiss • Church 872-3313 Communion Worship First Sunday Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 a.m.

Zero Gravity Youth Sundays 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Youth and Adult Choirs, Bible Studies, Nursery Sunday Evening Service 5:00 p.m.

OPEN HEARTS! OPEN MINDS! OPEN DOORS! After School Program (K-8) Wed. 3:45 p.m.

Adult Bible Study & Prayer Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Youth Group/Teen Bible Study Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Also offering counseling, men’s prayer SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH meetings, ladies’ Bible study, teen outings, nursery 290 S.W. 2nd Ave., Cedaredge • 210-3398 and a food pantry. Contact Pastor Jake DeField for Pastor Seth Coridan more information.

Sabbath School Saturday 9:15 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:50 a.m.

Prayer Meeting Wednesday 3:00 p.m.

863 A Street, Delta Jerry Hilterbrand, Pastor • 874-4837 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Services 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

628 Meeker St., Delta • 874-3300 Prayer Meeting (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m.

Father Canice Enyiaka Independent, Fundamental Saturday: Confession 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Mass 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH English Mass 10:00 a.m.

(Missouri Synod) Spanish Mass 12:00 Noon 1000 Pioneer Road • 874-3052 Daily Mass Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m.

Pastor Jeffrey Ryan ST. PHILIP BENIZI CATHOLIC CHURCH Worship Service 9:00 a.m.

290 N.W. Cedar Ave., P.O. Box 713 Bible Classes and Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Cedaredge, CO 81413 Tiny Treasures Preschool CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Rev. Canice Enyiaka, Pastor 658 Howard St., Delta Sunday: 8:00 a.m. Mass Rev. Kay Spinden • 874-3425 Tuesday: 6:00 p.m. Mass Sunday Services 10:30 a.m.

For more information, call 970-856-6495 COMMUNITY OF CHRIST Children’s Classes 10:30 a.m.

1061 Meeker St., Delta • cofchrist.org Science of Mind Classes Also Available Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

For more information call 626-3347

Sunday: Bible Study Morning Worship

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ADVENTIST CHURCH

GARNET MESA BAPTIST CHURCH

1290 A St., Delta • 874-9497 Pastor: Randy Unruh Website: www.calvarydelta.org E-Mail: office@calvarydelta.org

about ways we can work together to make a difference. The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 658 Howard Street in Delta. For more information, call Debbie Doherty at 874-4970.

Take time for leadership

370 W. Main St., Cedaredge • 856-3830 P.O. Box 400, Cedaredge, CO 81413 NORTH FORK CHURCH Email: fbc@kaycee.net OF CHRIST Senior Pastor Dik Abbott 40259 M Rd., Paonia • 970-527-5443 Sunday: Sunday Morning 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening 5:00 p.m.

Morning Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Teaching Sound Bible Doctrine ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Children’s Church Available “Loyal to the orthodox Christian Evening Service 6:00 p.m. faith as received by Anglicanism” 5th & Palmer St., Delta • Rector's Study: 874-9489 Wednesday: Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Pastor Tom Seibert PAONIA FRIENDS CHURCH AWANA and Youth 6:30 p.m.

Holy Eucharist 409 3rd St., Paonia • 527-6151 and Sunday School (Sunday) 10:15 a.m.

Pastor Gaylen Kinser Order of St. Luke & Healing Service, Sunday: First Monday each month 6:00 p.m.

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 9:00 a.m.

GRAND MESA SOUTHERN Morning Prayer/Communion with NURSERY for children 19 mos.-3 years Wednesday 10:30 a.m.

BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL 110 S.E. Jay Ave., Cedaredge • 856-4672 for ages 19 months-adults 10:00 a.m.

Rev. Steven Puls ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

ORTHODOX Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

298 Bert St., Delta • 874-5225 Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

CRAWFORD FRIENDS CHURCH www.saintandrewsdelta.org Team Kid (Wednesday) 6:00 p.m.

Non-denominational Father Daniel Jones Prayer & Bible Study 3842 Stearman Lane, Crawford • 921-LORD (5673) Saturday Great Vespers 5:00 p.m.

(Wednesday) 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Jerry Dutton Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. Brotherhood Breakfast Youth Pastor JP Dutton Please call: for feast day services schedule (1st Saturday) 8:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Fellowship Breakfast Coffee & Fellowship 10:00 a.m. (last Tuesday) 8:00 a.m. Children’s Church and Nursery 10:30 a.m. (at Ole Bakery) Youth Group and Adult Life Studies SEVENTH-DAY www.crawfordchristians.org

American Baptist Church 4th and Meeker, Delta • 874-4893 1250 Pioneer Road, Delta • 874-3847 Rev. Alisa Secrest deltafirstbaptist.org Adult/Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Pastor James Conley Praise Music 10:15 a.m.

Sunday: Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Child care available Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Night Church 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: DELTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH Middle School Blitz 6:00 p.m.

Reaching the children and youth of AWANA (Sept.-April) 6:00 p.m.

Western Delta County Saturday: I Rd. & 1600 Rd., North Delta • 874-4322 Men’s Bible Study 7:30 a.m. www.deltachristianchurch.org High School Saturday Night Live 7:00 p.m.

Ministry Staff: Will Pruett, Jeremy Kane, Kirsten Alsdorf, Jake Sullivan Find us on Facebook at Delta Christian Church Sunday: Worship COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN First Service 9:30 a.m.

FELLOWSHIP Second Service 11:00 a.m.

Meets at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta Children’s Church: Age 3-5th grade Ron Howard, Pastor Childcare (infant/preschool) all services.

Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

For Elem., M.S. & H.S. activities, please call Children’s Church Provided Home Bible Studies Available Information: call 200-7816 or 874-4372

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC)

government’s policies and actions toward the Baha’i population.

All are invited to the free showing at 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 5, to learn about this situation and join the conversation

751 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8083 1065 E. 7th St., Delta • 874-0308 • Cell: 314-0116 COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday: Bible Lesson Sermon 10:00 a.m.

Pastors David & Michele Murphy 21987 Austin Road • Austin Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday: Jacopper@tds.net Wednesday: Testimony Meeting 7:00 p.m. Prayer Time 9:00 a.m.

John Copper, Pastor • 856-4675 Child Care Provided • Everyone Welcome Annointed Worship & Praise 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Annointed preaching to follow Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Where the fire & glory of God are manifested with Children’s Church and nursery provided Wednesday: Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

GRAND MESA BIBLE CHURCH 710 Crawford Ave., Delta • 874-8315 AGAPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Gary Culp OF DELTA Sunday School For All Ages 9:30 a.m.

CEDAREDGE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 326 Main St., Suite 103 (Columbine Mall), Delta Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

1596 S.W. 9th St., Cedaredge • 856-3586 (970)201-7013 Please call for information about Bob Hillyer - Senior Pastor Pastor Jason Havertape Bible studies and Prayer times Marvin Pemberton - Assoc. Pastor Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Youth Pastor: Eric Musil Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Janet Noble - Children Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

1102 Howard St., Delta • Church 874-4647 THUNDER MOUNTAIN CHURCH Wed. Family Night: Adult Bible Study, deltafirstchurchofgod.com OF CHRIST Youth & Children's Ministries 7:00 p.m.

Bob and Linda Aubery 800 Palmer St., Delta Men's Breakfast (Saturday) 7:00 a.m.

Sunday School Classes Sundays: cedarag.org for All Ages 9:00 a.m.

Bible Classes 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study (Children’s church available) (Fellowship Hall) 2:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Wed. Cedaredge Bible Study (856-3854) 4:00 p.m. Weekly home Bible studies Information: 234-7816 2291 Q25 Road, Cedaredge • 856-6137 Prayer Chain Pastors John and MaryLouise Dannels Contact Janice Bridwell 874-4621 Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

MARANATHA FELLOWSHIP 164 Grand Blvd.

(The LORD Cometh) (Left on top of 3rd St. Hill) • 874-4971 1712 H Road, Delta • 874-9135 Sunday Bible Study 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Earl Douglas Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

Sunday Brown Bag Lunch 12:00 Noon Sunday School Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Afternoon Service 1:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

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PAONIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd and Onarga, Paonia Pastor Russell Fletcher Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

Youth Group 6:00 p.m.

Child care provided every Sun. and on special occasions.

ALL SAINTS LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

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Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Adult Bible Class 9:00 a.m. Lent Worship Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Late Service 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Bible Study following worship service Youth Group 5:30 p.m.

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235 North Fork, Paonia • 527-3214 Saturday Evening Mass 5:00 p.m.

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ST. MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Bridge & Pinon St., Hotchkiss • 527-3214 Sunday Mass 11:00 a.m.

PAONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 41012 Lamborn Dr., PO Box 932, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Seth Coridan • 970-210-3398 Saturday Services 9:00 a.m.

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OLATHE OLD KING JAMES BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 5th & Horton, Olathe • 970-497-0790 Pastor Brian Lopiccolo Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Preaching 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH’S TRADITIONAL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Latin Mass 59350 Carnation Rd., Olathe • 323-0243 Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m.

Rosary & Confessions 1/2 hour before each mass Daily masses as scheduled

OLATHE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located at 512 Hersum Send mail to PO Box 148, Olathe, CO 81425 970-323-6465 • Email: olatheumc@gmail.com Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday: Breathing Space 6:00 p.m.

Choir 7:00 p.m.

Everyone welcome

MONTROSE LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH 2820 Peyton Dr., Montrose • 249-4405 Pastor Matthew Frey Sunday Service 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School/Bible Study 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study 4:00 p.m.

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B A C K P A G E

Business is sweet!

Photos by Hank Lohmeyer

Consumer interest for Cheryl’s Sweet Pleasures Creations is running high with Noble, Samantha, and Dominick Rial on her first day in business. The siblings’ father is pastor of the startup His Resting Place Ministry in Delta which benefitted from Cheryl’s first two weeks in business.

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

heryl Hartter of Eckert is proof that economic activity increases when government regulation is cut.

Cheryl is taking her love for baking great things to eat and starting a new business, “Sweet Pleasures Creations.”

Her decision was prompted by the state government’s recent rollback of regulations that had added high costs to her enterprising ideas.

The recently enacted Colorado Cottage Law exempts certain home-based small producers of non-perishable edible goods from regulations that have added prohibitive costs by requiring the use of commercial-grade equipment and facilities.

Before, in order to bake a wedding cake for a customer, Cheryl explains, she was required to have a complete commercial-grade kitchen facility to work in.

The small, efficient, wellequipped and spotless galley kitchen at her home didn’t qualify under the state rules.

The only alternative was to rent a commercial kitchen in Cedaredge at $10 per hour for a minimum of five hours.

That priced her work out of the market.

Now, without the expensive, profit-killing state government rules to contend with, Cheryl is able to see profit in her passion of from-scratch baking and selling direct to the end consumer.

A true entrepreneur, she is also ready to find a publisher to take on her cookbook, a project begun at the urging of her husband, Gordon. He had suggested the cookbook idea when the state’s now-removed regulations had kept Cheryl from selling her baked goods to the public.

Cheryl recalls beginning her baking apprenticeship around the age of four or five.

She watched and helped her grandmother make homemade noodles, breads, and especially cookies and sweet things.

Those early experiences were formative: Cheryl will place a dedication in the front

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A masterpiece French apple crumb pie and smaller cream pie desserts come sweet as can be, sweetened with Stevia, and gluten-free, too.

Young Dominick Rial appears to be offering to share the Sweet Pleasure Creation baked by Cheryl.

of her cookbook honoring lessons learned at grandmother’s knee about how to make good things to eat from scratch.

Cheryl’s love of that early sweet life inspired the name of her new business venture.

Her knowledge of healthy living combined with a business woman’s sense of the market also led her to make glutenfree baking a speciality of her craft. The cookbook will have three sections: gluten free, Stevia sweetened, and whole wheat. She also offers the more traditional fare for those who prefer white flour goods with sugar sweetening.

Cheryl and Gordon are no strangers to successful business. They owned and operated Eckert Motors from 1997 to 2008 when Gordon retired.

Being part of the local community is a big part of Cheryl’s life, too. She served as a volunteer for the Council Tree PowWow for 11 years. Five of those years she helped with

A startup Christian ministry that Cheryl helped with her first two weeks of sales is meeting in a former retail space near Wal-Mart where Cheryl parked the motor home and opened for business.

preparation of the annual participants’ banquet. She was named PowWow volunteer of the year in 2005, and on special occasions she proudly wears the jacket she received for that honor.

Before the law change that helped open the new business venture to her, Cheryl shared her culinary skills with family, friends, and at church gatherings. She volunteered her kitchen crafts with a local ministry that operates a free soup kitchen Christian witness at gatherings of the Rainbow Family.

As a Christian, it’s perhaps fitting that Cheryl’s first foray into the new direct-tocustomer baking business was to benefit for a startup local church. She set up the family’s 30-foot motor home for two weekends in April in front of the His Resting Place Ministry in Delta, and donated profits of that two weeks’ sales to the Lord’s work.

Cheryl is a person of deep faith and an abiding relationship with Jesus Christ which she gladly shares with others who are interested.

“In 1984, I gave my life to the Lord,” she said. “My heart longed for a loving father and I didn’t know why. We come to Jesus with wounds in our souls. He knows what we can handle and he heals us all as we go. I have overcome.”

Cheryl also offers a word of friendly advice for newcomers to cottage industry enterprise. The Colorado Cottage Law does not exempt their businesses from following all other applicable state and local regulations that govern their small business.

For example, that can mean a business license has to be purchased, and entrepre-

neurs have to collect and pay required sales tax on their sales, and so forth. Other regulations and laws relating to employees and a variety of business issues may also apply.

New business owners are advised to look carefully before they leap into business.

Cheryl has learned the ropes of free enterprise pretty well and now she can use that knowledge to pursue her passion.

“Now I am baking for people,” Cheryl says.

Cheryl’s home-baked, gluten-free cinnamon rolls are the best.

Anything found inside a box of Cheryl’s baked goods will be a sweet pleasure. Here, Cheryl professionally displays her products for customers on the first day of her new enterprise.