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Charcoal fires, outdoor smoking banned

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

After waiting one week to consider imposing stiffer Stage 2 fire restrictions in the unincorporated area of the county, The Board of County Commissioners took the recommendation of Sheriff Fred McKee and adopted the Stage 2 rules Monday.

The move was effective immediately.

All provisions of the county’s open fire ban adopted on June 4 also remain in effect.

A key difference for homeowners with Stage 2 restrictions is that they include a ban on charcoal and wood fires even if contained in an enclosure, explained county emergency manager, Rob Fiedler.

Smoking is limited to inside of

vehicles or buildings.

According to the text of the commissioners’ resolution, the Stage 2 restrictions prohibit the following: • Building, maintaining, attending, or using an outdoor fire or camp fire, or using charcoal-fueled grill or stove, with the exception of pressurized liquid-fueled stoves with an on/off switch or valve; • Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, or disposing out-of-doors any burning object, including without limitation, cigarettes, cigars, or matches; • Blasting, welding, or other activities using an acetylene or other torch with an open flame which could result in the ignition of flammable material;

Delta fireworks placed on hold

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Delta Fire Department has “postponed” its traditional 4th of July fireworks display because of the high fire risk this year.

Jason Cooley, station manager, told the Board of County Commissioners on Monday that the annual tradition will take place “at a later, safer time.”

The fire district board of directors reached and announced their decision on Saturday, Cooley said. The official statement from the board reads: The Delta Fireworks have been postponed.

The fire conditions in Delta County are the same or worse than other parts of the state.

For the safety of residents, firemen and property the fireworks will be displayed at a later, safer date.

“My board asked me to emphasize the word ‘postponed,’ ” he added saying that the display has not been cancelled and plans are still to

stage the event.

Local residents look forward to the display each year, which is staged solely through donations and without the use of any government money.

Though private use of all fireworks has been banned here also, some sales continue.

“It’s not really the snakes and sparklers that are the problem,” Cooley told the commissioners. “It’s the bottle rockets” and other ordnance-like devices. Cooley said the public is highly aware of the fire danger this year adding, “They are on pins and needles.”

On June 14 the governor issued a statewide ban on open fires, but as of Monday there has not been a move to ban fireworks sales. Sheriff Fred McKee told the commissioners at a June 18 work session that the state hasn’t moved to ban fireworks because “apparently its a huge revenue generator for the state.” Three permits have been issued for selling fireworks here, McKee said.

Cedaredge bank robbers sentenced On Monday, June 25, U.S. District Court Judge Marcia S. Krieger sentenced Brandon D. Smith to serve 63 months in federal prison for two counts of armed bank robbery. Following his prison sentence, Smith was ordered to serve five years on supervised release. He was also ordered to pay restitution jointly and severally with codefendant Troy Ashley. Ashley was earlier sentenced by Judge Krieger to serve 57 months imprisonment, followed by 5 years on supervised release. He, too, was ordered to pay restitution jointly and severely with

Smith.

Both defendants were responsible for two bank robberies, including the June 24, 2011, armed robbery of the Alpine Bank in Montrose and the July 29, 2011, armed robbery of the SurfaceCreek Bank in Cedaredge.

This investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The Cedaredge Police Department assisted in apprehending the two bank robbers.

The defendants were prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Michelle Heldmyer.

• Operating or using any internal combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed,

maintained, and in effective working order; • The use of all fireworks and other incendiary devic-

es in unincorporated Delta County; and, • Possessing or using a FIRE RESTRICTIONS TO A3

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Sweitzer State Park Sweiter State Park, perched atop a mesa just south of Delta, offers a wet, inviting respite from the heat. With picnic areas, a swim beach and boating, the state park makes a terrific getaway. This photo was made possible by the Commemorative Air Force and pilot Charlie Huff. Watch for details of the CAF’s activities during Deltarado Days.

Delta chamber hosts First Saturday Market July 7 The Delta Area Chamber of Commerce is creating a festive atmosphere for its First Saturday Market July 7. Closure of 3rd Street between Main and Palmer will allow vendors, growers and craftsman to set up booths to sell fresh produce, local wine and much more. Live music by Route 66 and kids’ activities, including balloon animals and a small petting zoo, make this event fun for the entire family.

Activities begin at 8 a.m., while the day is cool and out-

door activities are enjoyable.

At 10 a.m., dedication of Fairlamb Plaza is scheduled.

The city’s parks department recently remodeled the mini park behind the chamber office. Mayor Ed Sisson and Sky Fairlamb will make a few comments during the dedication ceremony.

The mayor has also agreed to climb onto the dunk tank, along with Glen Black, interim city manager, and Sarah Carlquist of Delta County Economic Development. The

dunk tank is a fundraiser for the Delta County Humane Society.

“We’re very excited to bring this new event to Delta,” said Linda Sanchez, the chamber’s executive director. “We’re hoping the community and local merchants will come out and support this event. We encourage everyone to stay in the city for the day and enjoy everything it has to offer.”

The First Saturday Market will be repeated Aug. 4, Sept.

1 and Oct. 6.

Roeber, Irvine win primary

BY HANK LOHMEYER AND PAT SUNDERLAND Staff Writers

Mark Roeber has won the Republican primary race for Delta County District #3 county commissioner.

“This victory is a testament to the tireless support of my family, friends and campaign volunteers who dedicated much time and energy to the campaign,” Roeber said. “I’d particularly like to thank Roger [Bentley] for maintaining a clean, hard fought, issue driven campaign.”

In the contested Republican primary, Roeber garnered 2,274 votes to Roger Bentley’s 1,277. Running unopposed in the District #3 Democratic primary was Scott C. Wilson who got 816 votes. Bruce Hovde, District #2 Republican incumbent running unopposed, got

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Over 60 applicants have expressed interest in serving as Delta’s next city manager, interim city manager Glen Black reports. The application closing date was Friday, June 29. The resumes are being reviewed by Fred Rainguet of KRW Associates, the firm contracted by the city to assist with the city manager search.

Black said Rainguet is organizing and sorting the resumes, and expects to be ready to meet with city council by the middle of the month. At the July 3 city council meeting, Black planned to propose a special meeting Tuesday, July 17, to give council members an opportunity to meet with Rainguet in executive session.

2,930 votes.

There was a very close Republican race in state House District #61. David Justice of Gunnison County beat Debra Irvine of Summit County, 1,157 to 1,031 in Delta County, but lost the contest when the votes from throughout the district were totaled. House District #61 encompasses Delta County east of the City of Delta.

Irvine will square off against Democrat Millie Hamner in the November election.

Republican Jared Wright of Fruita got 830 votes running unopposed in the House District #54 race, a district that includes the City of Delta.

There is no Democratic candidate for that office.

In Delta County, Brian Davidson defeated Matt Arnold 1,454 to 1,159 in the

Republican primary contest for University of Colorado regent at large. Statewide, he garnered 61 percent of the votes. He will face Democrat Steven Ludwig in the November general election.

In the 3rd Congressional District, both Republican Scott Tipton of Cortez and Democrat Sal Pace of Pueblo were running unopposed.

Running unopposed for 3rd District CU regent, Republican Glen Gallegos got 2,497 Delta County votes, and Democrat Jessica Garrow got 833 votes in her party’s primary.

Democrat Dan Hotsenpiller got 894 Delta County votes running unopposed for 7th Judicial District Attorney.

Results from the Delta County elections department announced last week are not yet final.

Rollover blamed on speed, alcohol Excessive speed and the use of alcohol are believed to have contributed to an accident July 2 in which a 1997 Chevrolet Blazer rolled over four times.

The accident occurred on Highway 50 approximately 10 miles west of Delta at about 4 a.m. Sunday.

The Colorado State Patrol reports that two people were on board — a 24year-old male driver from Montrose and a 23-year-old female from Farmington, N.M. The passenger was identified as Soto Gabriela Lopez. Due to the extent of his injuries, the Colorado State Patrol

had not been able to establish the identity of the driver as of press time Tuesday.

According to the CSP report, the driver was eastbound on Highway 50 when his Blazer traveled off the left side of the roadway. He reportedly overcorrected as his vehicle traveled into the median, crossed back across the eastbound lane and rolled off the right side of the roadway four times. The highway was closed while two helicopters were brought in to transport the accident victims to the hospital.

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LETTERS Don’t hinder mining with unnecessary hurdles Dear Editor: I recently had the opportunity to take a quick trip through almost 100 years of Paonia history when I attended a memorial service for Mayme Abseck. Mayme was born in Paonia in 1914 and died as the oldest person to have been born in Paonia. She graduated from PHS with the Class of 1931 (along with several students whose names are still prominent in Paonia today), and she was the editor of the first PHS yearbook.

Her twin daughters and niece graduated with the PHS Class of 1959, which just recently awarded two scholarships to students from the PHS Class of 2012.

Mayme was a member of the “Greatest Generation” who built America, the town of Paonia, and the close society we were privileged to enjoy while growing up during the 1940s and 1950s. The huge, fancy shopping malls in the big cities are always bragging about their “anchor” stores, like Macys, Neiman Marcus, etc. Paonia’s anchor stores in the 1940s and 50s were Taylor’s Furniture Store and Dorsey Hawkins Insurance Agen-

cy at one end of Main Street (Grand Avenue) and McClung’s Men’s Store and Price’s Furniture Store at the other.

“Main Street” extended another block or so and, within this limited “business district” the town had four grocery stores — Lucky Market, Star Mercantile, Safeway and the smallest, Don’s Market, actually run by Don. We had JC Penney and Ben Franklin stores, three drug stores (including Hays Drug), each with typical 1950s soda fountains, plus the Paonia Theater and the Paonia Drive-in. (Tom Poulos should probably get credit for inventing the Colorado Lottery with his “Cash Night” drawings between double features on Wednesday and Thursday nights.)

We also had the opportunity to watch the weekly Paonian newspaper roll off the presses at the publishing office on Main Street.

Paonia was fortunate to have a complete small town infrastructure, like the hospital that moved from Poplar Avenue to Main Street, a funeral home, the Paonia Hotel on Grand Avenue, two dentists, two barbers

(including Pete), one beer joint, churches representing almost all denominations, a pool hall, a bowling alley, a blacksmith shop, a meat locker, a town jail, numerous fruit packing houses, full-service gas stations, schools, etc.

It doesn’t take much of a look by those individuals who have moved in recently during the past 30-40 years to appreciate that our founders had to accept a lot of change. My thought is that part of the legacy we have been afforded by this “Greatest Generation” of forefathers is the local coal mining industry. Seems to me we should support the continued, responsible development of these resources. There are already many built-in roadblocks to responsible coal development, from price to environmental issues, but we have some of the best quality coal in the nation, and the contribution of the mines to the area’s finances is huge and irreplaceable.

Let’s monitor their operations but let’s not put any unnecessary hurdles in front of them.

Jim Wood PHS’59 Delta

Why I deliver Meals on Wheels Dear Editor: I am middle-aged, employed, and I have been delivering meals at the senior center in Delta once a week for about seven years now. It takes about one hour out of my day, and I have a car, so it really takes so little effort for me to do this. Several of us at my office take turns covering a weekly route. Recently someone asked me why I volunteered for the job.

It is because everyone I know, including me, says they would rather NOT be placed in a nursing home if they were laid up someday. But when something happens that keeps a person from being able to get around, we will all have to depend on someone. Who will do your grocery shopping? Who will cook and wash your dishes? Who will know if you fell and were unable to reach a phone? Will it be your children? Your next-door neighbors? In many cases, if not for the help and programs that are available for home care, most older folks would have to leave their own homes and go into facilities at some point.

Think how much that would cost the taxpayers, plus how hard that would be for them!

As a delivery driver I get a free meal at the senior center which, believe it or not, is often great, and which I don’t have to cook. I get out of the office for a while. I get to visit with the 10 or so

people on my route, and they always thank me for stopping by. Some are old, some are young, many are poor, some are better off; all of them need some help getting around and depend on that hot meal.

Sometimes I help turn on the TV or bring in the garbage cans. Some have family in the area that check on them each day, many don’t. Last year a Meals On Wheels driver saved a life by notifying authorities when they could not get one of the clients to answer the door because the person

KUDOS Monks thank Paonia, Hotchkiss Dear Editor: Tibetan Monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery thank the communities of Paonia and Hotchkiss for wonderful support during their recent visit. Thank you to all who came to our ceremonies and presentations. Thanks to the organizations who assisted us, including the North Fork Sangha (Buddhist meditators), Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Creamery Arts Center, KVNF Community Radio, Hotchkiss Yoga Tree, and the Trading Post.

We are grateful to the many kind friends who contributed money, meals, fresh flowers, fruit, eggs and milk and a turkey, boxes of goodies, horseback riding, boating on the lake, and volunteer efforts including Andrea Robinsong, Nancy Stechert, Joanne Tullis, Liz Lilien, Ray and Carolyn Taylor, Cindy Ziegler, Caroline Voorhees, Betty Masterson, Lisa Cassle, Candy and Bob Penetta, Carol Schott, Ashley Krest and Field Florals, Barb and Mike Heck, Hal Brill and Alison Elliot, Margaret Gilfoyle, Caren and Adi Von Gontard, Chris Carrier, Bill Brunner, Ali Lightfoot, Barb Chambliss, Carmela Courtney, Jeff Reynolds, Phyllis Swackhamer, and all the friends who helped out with the park potluck dinner and setup and cleanup at our events. Thank you and Tashi Delek!

Dear Editor: I am new to the area, and I have recently been marveling at some of the forward-thinking decisions being made by

TABOR should stymie health care tax Dear Editor: If not purchasing medical insurance and getting “fined” constitutes a “tax,” then how is this going to work with TABOR? I mean it’s not a “fee” according to the supremist court, right?

It’s a “tax.” And here in Colorado, we get to vote on whether taxes will be raised or not.

Debbie Schum Cedaredge

leadership in the area.

Such innovation should not go unsung, so in the great tradition of Jonathan Swift, I am humbly writing to the editor to attempt to shed light on some of these little known actions being taken on the community’s behalf.

In this letter, I would like to highlight the new Delta County Memorial Hospital smoking pavilion, soon to be made a reality. Although an adequate little smoking area had existed at the hospital for some time, apparently we are soon to be treated to a new and improved smoking area.

In this current time of economic stress, this is a fantastic idea. Of course, it will briefly employ some skilled workers to build, but to the trained fiscal mind, it is also an

Health care mandate is a big TAX Dear Editor: At first when I heard that the Supreme Court had ruled for the Obama Care, I was furious. I had a hard time controlling myself. Then I started to get myself together and listen to what was said and remember what Obama had told us since he took office: I will not raise taxes on those making under $250,000. Well I don’t make anywhere near that much, so I don’t care. My wife and I live on Social Security and just need a little help from

had fallen several days earlier. And I feel like I’m part of a group of caring people that I see at the senior center each time I go. All it takes is an hour per week of my time. There is a real need for more drivers in the county. A person can drive just once or twice a month if they want, and gas money is available.

I hope more people will consider it. Contact your local senior meals site or Volunteers of America in Eckert to get started.

Leigh Ann Hunt Eckert Dear Editor: Across America, citizens are waking up to and taking a stand against the insidious and egregious implementation of Agenour summer temperatures da 21. In Alabama, both are 10 degrees hotter. In houses of the state legislaIllinois, the manure (feces ture unanimously passed and urine) never fully SB 477 which bars the dries, and is compacted taking of private property on the floor of the chicken in that state without due house as the cage-free process. It also prohibits chickens walk over it. any government involveHere, the manure quickly ment with or participaand thoroughly dries, and tion in recommendations is subsequently pulver- originating in or traceable ized into fine dust as the to Agenda 21. Kansas and chickens walk through it. Tennessee are looking This powdered excrement into similar legislation. is then being ejected from Recently, it’s been reportthe facility as the “tunnel ed the Delta City Council ventilation” system oper- is facing a dilemma conates to cool the chickens. cerning CO2 emissions This discharge is shower- from their power plant ing the neighbors for miles engines. Delta is just one in all directions, depend- of many communities ing on the wind direction struggling to comply with EPA mandates, (Did you at any given time.

The Hostetlers will try know that the EPA was to put small walls in front created in 1970 by Presiof the fans so that this dent Nixon by executive dust will hit the walls order?) This is Agenda 21 and magically fall to the rearing its ugly head in ground. It’s obvious that our community.

There is no constituthe Great Wall of China around this facility won’t tional authority behind contain these emissions. Agenda 21. Please learn How much longer will our about this 40 chapter BoCC and health depart- document produced and ment allow this facil- sponsored by the U.N. ity to rain chicken “stuff” It is being implemented down on the neighbors? by stealth and deceit by Our commissioners can’t our own government. It is make lemonade out of gussied up and disguised this lemon. They need to with language such as step up, shut it down, and sustainable development, relocate it far from other smart growth, diversity, and anything “green.” neighbors.

Travis Jardon Agenda 21 is not about Hotchkiss protecting the environment, although that is how it’s presented. It is about global control of DELTA COUNTY our natural resources and INDEPENDENT making us equal worldwide in our poverty. Air DELTA COUNTY INDEPENDENT conditioning, cars, ski (UPS 152-700) is published runs, convenience foods, weekly on Wednesdays at 401 single family housing, Meeker St., Delta, CO 81416. and damming of reserSecond class postage paid at DELTA, CO. POSTMASTER: voirs are just a few examSend address changes to: DELples of what have been TA COUNTY INDEPENDENT, PO deemed unsustainable.

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Chicken house is a lemon Dear Editor: The Hostetler chicken facility on Powell Mesa has been in operation for two months, and is proving itself a tremendous health hazard to all surrounding neighbors due to the large amount of pollutants and contaminates being discharged into the atmosphere around it.

Please visit the Compatible Land Use Coalition (CLUC) website at www. clucnorthfork.org and watch the two short videos to see what the neighbors of this facility are suffering.

Why is this facility discharging like this? Delta County is so much hotter and drier than the western Illinois area, which is the birthplace of these facilities. We have 50 percent less humidity, and

Smoking pavilion will be a boon to the economy

private health companies. Then I listen more closely to Supreme Court Judge Roberts. If you are a Republican, you can thank him for voting the way he did. You see the mandate on Obama Care is nothing more than a big TAX. Here we thought that Roberts had left the conservatives and joined the liberals, when in fact he stuck it to them showing us all that we are going to be taxed heavy so as to get the care we need.

Frank Tranchina Delta

obvious source of longterm stimulation for the local economy.

First, the smoking pavilion is to be placed in a prominent area so as to be easily accessible by both smoking hospital staff and smoking patients. In a way, it will serve as a permanent advertisement that the hospital would never discourage smoking on its grounds. This will perhaps draw smokers away from more conservative, stuffy hospitals in the area that don’t allow smoking on their campuses, bringing more commerce to Delta.

Second, the smoking structure would serve as a nice shady area in which to wait with the kids and enjoy a nice cigarette, thus modeling this behavior for the next generation of smokers and ensuring continuing purchases of tobacco products into the future.

Third, some in the community may know that the surgeon general is supposed to have said that smoking is bad for a person’s health. If this is true, it would mean more business for health providers in the area.

I thank the editor for this opportunity to share my thoughts with other like-minded, modern thinkers in the paper’s readership, and I hope they will chime in with praises for this and other awe-inspiring happenings in the area.

Clara Ayerf Delta

UN’s Agenda 21 is being stealthily implemented order signed by President Clinton in 1993 (mandates social justice), the executive order signed last year by the president creating rural councils, and know that there is another conference, Rio+20, planned for June 20-22 this year.

Read about the goals of Agenda 21 and say goodbye to free enterprise and individual property rights. Read, learn, and apply the Constitution.

A thorough understanding of the Constitution is essential in order to understand why Agenda 21 is wrong. How about those executive orders?

Isn’t the legislative branch supposed to make the laws? These regulations are not coming from

Congress. We the People must get back to the business of popular sovereignty. Remember, the purpose of government is to secure our natural rights (one of which is the right to own property; not just land, but also cars and air conditioners, if we choose to spend the fruits of our labor on such things) and the purpose of the Constitution is to limit government. In a republic, the government’s power is lent, in limited amounts, by the people.

Please watch “Agenda 21 for Dummies” on youtube.

Check out Rosa Koire and her site, Democrats Against Agenda 21.

Katrina Yochim Cedaredge

KUDOS Outdoor Heritage Day success!

Dear Editor: Delta’s Parks and Recreation Department is grateful for the success of Delta’s third annual Outdoor Heritage Day. Confluence Lake was the backdrop for our youth fishing derby and exhibitor venues for hands-on experiences of our own Colorado “Outdoor Heritage.” Sports and recreation, stewardship and safety are integral components of life in Colorado and 22 exhibitors shared their expertise, staff and resources with us. Generous funding and in-kind donations were provided by sponsors Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Colorado Sportsmen Wildlife Fund, Alpine Bank, Delta County Independent, Delta County Ambulance District, Walmart, 94KIX, KUBC580, Sunny103, High Country Shopper, Cabela’s, Kiwanis, Delta ACE Hardware, City Market, Agape Christian Church, DCMH and Main Street Printers. Our thanks to our EXHIBITORS who provided resources and activities: Delta County Ambulance District, Delta Police Department, Delta Volunteer Fire Department, BLM, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Colorado Sportsmen Wildlife Fund’s Pathway to Fishing, 4-H, USFS, Delta Ccounty Health Department, DHS Junior ROTC, Colorado Mule Deer Association, Black Canyon Audubon Society, Delta County Search & Rescue, Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Crawford State Park, K-9 Kapers, Gunnison Gorge Anglers, Colorado Environmental Coalition, Friends of the Dolores River, Western Colo GPAA and Camp Redcloud. To all our great volunteers, our own staff, and to all who came to enjoy this event, we appreciate you, and we hope to see everyone in early June again next year.

Dianne Sales, Leisure Coordinator City of Delta/Bill Heddles Recreation Center

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The Hartland Dam reconstruction project was dedicated on June 29 to the memory of a Delta County native: a visionary, and a doer whose made many contributions to the community for over 25 years.

Rick Isom died five years ago. But he was credited during dedication ceremonies as the founding spirit and the guiding light that has resulted in making the

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At a status conference June 26, Judge Charles Greenacre, district attorney Dan Hotsenpiller and defense attorney Stephan Schweissing agreed upon a date in late October for Nathan Yager’s trial.

Schweissing said he was hoping for an earlier trial date, but Hostenpiller is booked with trials in Hinsdale and Gunnison counties in the early fall.

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new Hartland Dam a reality.

“Rick had a dream,” said Delta County Commissioner Olen Lund in remarks at the dedication, “and now his dream is completed.”

The benefits from the Hartland Dam reconstruction project are several, and important to sportsmen, recreationalists, irrigators, and to environmentalists concerned about native fish habitat.

According to a narra-

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The Cedaredge Fire Department was placed on standby alert last Thursday as a fire broke out on Grand Mesa “in the Twin Lakes area,” reports Rob Fiedler, county emergency manager.

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Some jurors will be eliminated based on their responses on the questionnaires; the remainder will be “randomized” and brought in to the courthouse over a period of three days. Jury selection will likely push the start of the trial into the first full week of November, since both Schweissing and Hotsenpiller also asked for a day off to watch state marching band competition.

A pretrial conference will be held Aug. 28 so both sides can discuss the order of witnesses. Judge Greenacre said he also expects them to address jury instructions regarding the insanity plea.

tive of the project distributed during the dedication, “The primary purpose of the project was to provide fish passage, but other benefits were considered when designing the project. The Hartland Diversion Dam was an extreme safety hazard to boaters. Addressing those safety issues provided a continuous corridor for boaters and greatly increased safe access to recreation on the Gunnison River.” The dam had been the site of river rafter deaths over the years.

Rick Isom’s name was at the head of everyone’s long list of contributors to the Hartland project.

Four other people who were also named as key players in the multiyear effort to improve the Hartland are Dave Kanzer of the Colorado River District; Mike Drake, former staff and grant writer for Painted Sky Resource, Conservation and Development (RC&D); Lund who was the Painted Sky RC&D board chairman during construction of the Hartland project; and, Terri Smith who served as Painted Sky’s executive director and project manager during the Hartland project.

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reported, adding that a C-130 slurry bomber was dispatched and doused the fire with one load of retardant.

Fiedler also reported to the county commissioners on Monday that the Hotchkiss Fire Department had dispatched one of its fire trucks and three personnel to help with structure protection on the Pine Ridge incident.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

The Hartland Dam reconstruction project on the Gunnison River east of Delta, was dedicated “In Memory of Rick Isom” on June 29. Shown above with the new passage for native fish and recreational boaters in the background are, from left, Michelle Isom, Rick’s widow; Aaron Asquith, project engineer; Mike Isom, Rick’s son; Ben Nielson, project engineer; John R. Isom, Rick’s father; Olen Lund, Delta County commissioner, Terri Smith, Painted Sky executive director; and Bryan Kissner of Kissner General Contractors of Austin. They are holding a graphic interpretative panel that project backers are working to have mounted along the river near the Hartland site.

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During remarks at the dedication, Isom was credited with being the initiator and providing the original vision for what the Hartland could become for the community.

Isom’s widow, Michelle, noted during her remarks that Isom’s contribution through Hartland project efforts were a continuation of his community work as a former director of Painted Sky, as a USFS community development official, as a member of the United States Disabled Ski Team, as a City of Delta interim city manager, and in the 1980s as director of the Delta Downtown Development Authority.

Besides its immediate benefits to endangered native fish populations and to the safety of recreational boaters by providing safe passage ways, the completed project achieves a key goal of county and state policy by maximizing the beneficial use of water, Lund pointed out.

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FROM PAGE A1 motor vehicle or OHV off established roads except when parking in an area devoid of vegetation within 10 feet of a roadway; and except for parking overnight in a developed campgrounds and trailheads.

The Stage 2 fire restrictions adopted by the BoCC are similar to the heightened restrictions adopted last week by federal lands management agencies and by at least a half dozen surrounding counties. The Governor on June 14 issued an executive order “banning open burning in the State of Colorado.”

In discussing their Stage 2 resolution, the commissioners expressed concern about possible impacts of the tougher restrictions on normal agricultural operations.

They also noted that oil and gas exploration activities in the Spaulding Peak area would be affected.

The county sheriff has the authority for issuing permits to conduct activities prohibited by the ban.

McKee told the commissioners that he already has permit applications on his desk from the railroad and from a natural gas utility. He said he had issued one exemption permit under the county’s previous open fire ban to a “fruit farm.”

But even with an official permit, “Should a wildfire occur as the result of the granting of an exemption to this order,” the governor’s edict states, “the State of Colorado may, and likely would, deny access to

state funds to pay for the costs of such a wildfire.”

McKee told the BoCC on June 18, “The governor made things very clear with that threat.”

the Hartland Ditch Company’s right to its decreed irrigation water, and other spin-off benefits to the area will come from increased tourism the boat passage will attract.

A long list of agencies, organizations and individuals that contributed to the project is headed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service which was the principal funding agency.

Painted Sky, a private non-profit organization, was the principal passthrough funding agent and project manager for the Hartland reconstruction. The Hartland will be the final project undertaken by Painted Sky as it is currently in the final stages of dissolving itself as a corporation.

All-Stars plan fundraiser The Delta Youth Baseball League is holding a kids’ carnival as a fundraiser for its All Stars.

The carnival will be held at Sisson Feed & Ranch, 639 Main Street in Delta, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, June 30, and will feature games, prizes, a raffle, sloppy joes and other goodies.

Thank You!

I would like to thank all the citizens of Delta County who participated in the recent RepubIican primary election. Participation is vital in our system of representative government. A special thank you goes out to those friends and supporters who helped with my campaign. The people’s support and confidence in me to be the Republican candidate is heartfelt appreciated. I will do my best to represent the Republican party in the general election.

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BIRTHS Aaron and Alyssa Washburn of Paonia are the parents of a son, Eli Tyler D. Washburn, born June 27, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces and was 19 inches in length.

and was 18.5 inches in length.

Jon and Ronda Ware of Hotchkiss are the parents of a son, Ethan David Ware, born June 22, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital.

He weighed 5 pounds, Jake and Candis Par- 6 ounces and was 18.5 rish of Delta are the inches in length. parents of a daughter, Scarlett Jace Parrish, Matthew and Erika born June 26, 2012, at Blake of Cedaredge are Delta County Memorial the parents of a son, Hospital. She weighed 7 Cashtyn Leroy Blake, pounds, 14.8 ounces and born June 22, 2012, at was 20 inches in length. Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed Michael and Galina 7 pounds, 2.8 ounces Miller of Paonia are the and was 18.5 inches in parents of a daughter, length.

Lilah-Marie Corinne Miller, born June 26, Matt and Rachel (Gib2012, at Delta County son) Potter of Lafayette Memorial Hospital. She are the parents of a son, weighed 7 pounds, 7 Blake Matthew Potter, ounces and was 20 inches born at 5:21 p.m. May 10, in length.

2012, at Boulder Community Hospital in Boulder.

Eric Arias and Chris- He weighed 6 pounds, 6 tina Sue Ann Johnson of ounces.

Hotchkiss are the parHis grandparents are ents of a son, Patrick Tom and Sherry Gibson Lee Arias, born June of Cottage Grove, Wis., 24, 2012, at Delta Coun- formerly of Delta, Marcia ty Memorial Hospital. Purdy of Longmont and He weighed 5 pounds, 9 Phil and Barbara Potter ounces and was 18 inches of Boca Raton, Fla. in length.

Kassandra Montoya of Eckert is the parent of a son, Julian Isaiah Montoya, born June 23, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 5 pounds, 14 ounces

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For the last 25 years, she has been a bookkeeper for nine McDonalds restaurants. She has two grown daughters who are teachers. She loves stargazing with her husband.

Jordan “Jordy” Lyn Abbott will provide the special music.

Jody will be a sophomore at Cedaredge High School in the fall. Music is her passion, and she looks forward to becoming a music therapist.

Ladies, please bring a teen for the “Bling Queen

Discover God’s love at VBS Landmark Missionary Baptist Church is sponsoring a vacation Bible school program for the children of Delta July 912, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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Jesus and Me is an exciting and interactive learning experience for children who have completed first grade through high school teens. Children will discover how much God loves us.

Registration is open for Camp Good Grief Grieving children find hope at Hospice camp Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado’s annual Camp Good Grief! will be held July 27-29 at Camp Cedaredge in Cedaredge. Camp Good Grief! is designed for children entering grades 3

Dance for a cure at Delta Elks All Saints The second annual “Dance for a Cure” will be held at the Delta Elks Lodge Saturday, July 14, from 7 p.m. to midnight.

You’ll enjoy a night of socializing, fun and dancing while raising money for cancer research in Colorado. There will be a cash bar, raffle and door prizes all night. Pink attire is encouraged.

Tickets are $10 and are available by calling Jen Lahoe at 201-1315.

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All Saints Lutheran Church will hold its fourth annual spaghetti dinner Friday, July 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. The suggested donation is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 10 years of age. Take-out dinners are available.

Proceeds from this year’s dinner will be divided between the PACE program in Eckert and the animal shelters in Delta and Cedaredge.

All Saints Lutheran is located on Highway 65 one mile north of the Cory General Store. Call 835-3667 for more information.

through 9 who have lost a loved one.

According to child-teen program director Cathy DiPaola, “Camp Good Grief! allows children to deal with their grief in a safe and compassionate environment. Children are able to build coping skills and better understand their emotions with the support of new friends.”

Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado staff and trained volunteers guide campers through activities such as art, music and storytelling, with free time for hiking and fun.

The cost of Camp Good Grief! is $35, which includes room, meals, activities and transportation.

Scholarships are available. For more information, go to www. hospicewco.com or call 245-5377.

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Abby Conway, a 2011 graduate of Delta High School, is attending Colorado Mesa University.

She has achieved Dean’s List status both fall and spring semesters. Abby is studying accounting in the School of Business.

Landmark Missionary Baptist Church is located at 1208 Grand Avenue in Delta. For more information or to register, call Pastor Ken Gilchrist at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, 8743717. Leave a message if the pastor is unavailable.

Teen” fashion show if you can. Your teen should be dressed in BLING and ready to walk the runway. Arrive at 11 a.m. if you bring a model. You must make a reservation for your teen.

Free childcare is available by reservation only; please bring a sack lunch for your child.

Reservations are required and must be honored. The cost of $8 includes the program and a lunch catered by C&J of Delta. A trio of salads, rolls, beverage and a dessert will be served. Call 856-6446 or 856-4650 or e-mail joyreu39@gmail. com by July 9.

Kids Karnival will be part of Deltarado Days Join the City of Delta Recreation Department on Saturday, July 21, for a day of fun in the sun in Cleland Park during Deltarado Days. There will be bump ‘n jumps, a water slide, obstacle course and a lot more you won’t want to miss! Kid wristbands cost $5. This event is recommended for ages 2-12.

There is no pre-registration; wristbands will be available at the event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Swimsuits and waterproof sunscreen are strongly recommended.

For more information, call Bill Heddles Recreation Center at 8740923.

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Dicamillos celebrate 40 years of marriage Larry and Diane Dicamillo are celebrating 40 years of marriage on Sunday, July 8. Friends and family are invited to attend a barbecue at their home, 19122 B50 Road, Delta, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. No gifts, please.

AARP driver safety course set for July 16 Delta Bill Heddles Recreation Center will host the AARP Driver Safety Program from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, July 16, at 530 Gunnison River Drive, Delta.

The course will be repeated on Monday, Aug. 20.

Save money on insurance and keep up on newer traffic laws at this half-day course. Mem-

bership in AARP is not required.

The fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. In appreciation of teachers, educators can attend the course for just $5 in July and August.

Pre-registration is required. For more information, contact John Loring at 856-6924 or 424-1778.

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Temperatures have topped 100 degrees throughout the state, smashing records for daily highs and putting older adults and vulnerable families at risk of heat stroke, heat exhaustion and even death.

AARP Colorado is reminding people to check on older family, friends and neighbors. Older people are at a higher risk because they do not easily adjust to sudden changes in temperatures.

The warning signs of heat stroke include a high body temperature, hot and dry skin and a throbbing headache. Heavy sweating, paleness, cramping, dizziness and nausea are indicative of heat exhaustion.

In addition, AARP Colorado offers the following tips to help prevent heatrelated emergencies: • Drink plenty of cool, nonalcoholic beverages (even if you are not thirsty).

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strenuous activity.

• Stay indoors during the hottest times of the day.

• If there is no air conditioning, stay on the lower level of homes, also check for air-conditioned buildings in your community, such as a senior center, libraries and other public buildings, or airconditioned malls.

• Wear light-weight, loose fitting clothing and protect yourself from the sun with hats, sunglasses and umbrellas.

• If suffering from a chronic medical condition, talk with your doctor about additional precautions to prevent illness.

The problem is compounded when people can’t pay electricity bills, and they won’t turn on air conditioning. Energy Outreach Colorado offers summertime bill-paying help in those situations.

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PEOPLE IN THE NEWS On June 2, AnGalynn “Annie” Chastain graduated cum laude from Savannah College of Art and Design with a bachelor of arts degree in interactive design and game development and a bachelor of arts degree in animation.

She is employed as an art director/animator with Dragon Pencil, a publishing and animation company for children’s books in Savannah, Ga.

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4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese Place beans in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, garlic powder, mustard and pepper. Drizzle over beans. Add the onion; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Just before serving, stir in tomatoes and cheese.

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(For assistance, call tollfree 1-866-HEAT-HELP).

AARP Colorado is helping support Volunteers of America as it gives out hundreds of fans. Many of those receiving fans are from the Meals on Wheels program.

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DPD has three summer interns The Delta Police Department has implemented a student intern program. Student interns assist in administrative functions, ride in patrol cars with police officers, learn detailed city geography, and gain an indepth knowledge in the career of law enforcement.

The Delta Police Department has accepted three area youth into the

student intern program.

Brittany Cox, Camron Espinoza and Danielle Hale will intern at the Delta Police Department until late August.

Brittany Cox is a senior at Delta High School and is very focused on academics. She plans to attend college after high school. Brittany enjoys being involved in the community and says her favorite part of the

intern program is being able to help people when they come to the police department and riding along with the officers.

She enjoys riding her dirt bike, camping, travelling, and outdoor adventures.

Camron Espinoza is a 2012 graduate of Delta High School. He plans to attend the University of Northern Colorado to obtain a degree in criminal justice. Camron has

Governor establishes Colorado Fire Relief Fund Gov. John Hickenlooper has announced the creation of the Colorado Fire Relief Fund 2012 benefiting those affected

by Colorado wildfires.

The funds will assist all Colorado communities impacted by wildfires in 2012 and will complement ongoing efforts at www.helpcoloradonow. org. Individuals, foundations and corporations have already generated over $600,000 in relief

support for this fund.

“Coloradans are at their best when they work together to help each other in difficult times,” said Hickenlooper. “We’ve established this fund in response to the outpouring of support from the community to help out our neighbors affected by these wildfires.”

Individuals, foundations and corporations committed may contribute major or combined

gifts through the Colorado Fire Relief Fund 2012 at The Denver Foundation. These funds will be administered and distributed by a committee of community foundation executives appointed by the governor.

always wanted to be a police officer and says his favorite part of the intern program is getting to ride along with the officers and learn about police work. He grew up in the Delta area and enjoys the outdoors, hiking, camping, and hunting.

Danielle Hale is a senior at Delta Opportunity School and attends classes at the Delta Montrose Technical College.

She plans to attend college after high school.

Danielle wants to be involved with community and learn more about career opportunities in law enforcement. Danielle says her favorite part of the intern program is riding along with animal control and assisting in administration.

She enjoys being a member of the Partners Teen Advisory Board, reading, camping and art.

You’re invited to take a trip on the

July 9-12 • 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Ages: Completed 1st Grade through High School For more information call Pastor Gilchrist at 874-3717

Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 1208 Grand Ave. • Delta

Tobacco cessation classes begin July 10 Delta County Memorial Hospital is offering the tobacco cessation class series “FreshStart” beginning Tuesday, July 10. Come to these positive, supportive group sessions, facilitated by an instructor. Over the course of four weeks, the instructor will work with you to develop a plan for tobacco cessation.

This program is

designed by the American Cancer Society, and provides information on strategies for tobacco cessation, how to handle cravings, stress management, healthy living for you and your children, and more. Assistance with nicotine replacement will also be available.

The classes are FREE and you must pre-register by calling 874-2412.

• Re-Dedication of Fairlamb Plaza at 10:00 a.m. (behind Chamber bldg.)

• Dunk Tank sponsored by Delta

County Humane Society Come dunk the Mayor!! and others

Grand Mesa cabins are available for use Delta IOOF Lodge #116 announces that cabin manager Glen Conger has the IOOF cabins ready for summer use.

The cabins are located on the north side of Baron Lake on Grand Mesa.

Anyone interested in using one or more of these cabins for a night, a weekend or a vacation should call Gale Conger at 874-4678 or Glen Con-

ger at 874-7028 for complete information. You’re encouraged to contact them quickly, because cabin reservations fill fast for the summer months.

Please remember there are fire restrictions in place. Call the sheriff ’s office or stop by the visitors center on Grand Mesa to get the most recent fire information.

Kids Wellnesscast™ Delta County July 2012 The Ascel Bio Kids Wellcast™ provides information for parents and caregivers that can help protect children from illness. The Kids Wellcast™ is used as a tool to prevent exposure to harmful infectious agents that may keep children out of school and daycare and cause parents to take time off from work. For more information on the infection risks presented below and ways to protect your child, visit the medical professionals service your community at Delta County Memorial Hospital. ❒ Overall, the activity level for all pediatric infectious diseases is expected to be low for July, with a modest increase in activity anticipated for August. ❒ Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) risk continues in July, with a decrease in activity expected in August. Childcare centers and earlyage school classrooms should maintain vigilance with prevention measures. There is no vaccine to prevent infection from HFMD viruses. Good hygiene practices including hand washing, routinely disinfecting common surfaces children come into contact with, and avoiding close contact with individuals infected with HFMD will help reduce exposure. ❒ The appearance of West Nile virus is expected in August. CDC recommends the use of DEET mosquito repellent if traveling in an area with mosquitoes. Thanks to a mild winter, mosquitoes have emerged from hibernation and have been hatching early this year. We are concerned this may provide plenty of opportunity to transmit the virus. ❒ Foodborne illness activity due to Campylobacter and Salmonella expected at low levels in July and August. Community vigilance is recommended when preparing and consuming food to reduce risk of exposure to foodborne pathogens with the potential to cause serious illness. ❒ Irrigation ditches and lawn sprinklers using irrigation water contain viruses and bacteria known to cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Avoid letting your children play in these ditches and sprinklers to avoid exposure to these pathogens.

PUBLIC NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER: Medicine is an imperfect art, and forecasting disease outbreaks is an inexact science.

Every reasonable effort has been made by Ascel Bio to produce accurate forecasts, but these are published “as is” without any warranty whatsoever. Ascel Bio makes no warrantee that its forecasts will be error free, or that errors will be corrected. Ascel Bio makes no warrantee, express or implied regarding the accuracy of its products, including this Delta County Kids Wellcast™.

In no event shall Ascel Bio be liable to any person, enterprise or entity for damages, including consequential or incidental damages arising out of the use of this Delta County Kids Wellcast™.

All clinical decisions made on the basis of this Delta County Kids Wellcast™ are the sole responsibility of the user.

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Do You Have A Favorite Photo Of Your Pet? Enter it in our photo contest . . . the best photos will be featured in our new Pet Care Guide.

Submit your favorite photo of your pet and it could be featured on the cover of our new Pet Care Guide. We’ll pick the top three photos and let our readers vote on their favorite. We’ll also need photos of grooming, bathing, playing, feeding, and just general photos of pets to complement our feature articles. Send your photos to P.O. Box 809, Delta, CO 81416, bring them by our office at 401 Meeker Street in Delta, or e-mail them to editor@deltacountyindependent.com.

Pet tales and poems are also welcome. If you would like your photo returned please enclose a SASE or return to our office to pick it up. Deadline for entries is July 27.

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Dorothy Valles Dorothy Elaine Valles of Crawford died Monday, June 25, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 81.

A private family memorial service was held June 30.

Mrs. Valles was born Sept. 23, 1930, in Los Angeles, Calif., to Clarence and Lucille (Giacoletti) Leonard. She spent her childhood and attended school in Monterey Park, Calif.

She married Richard Valles on Dec. 11, 1971, in Las Vegas, Nev. They lived in Fountain Valley, Calif., for over 17 years before moving to Delta County in 1989. They celebrated over 41 years of marriage. He survives.

Mrs. Valles enjoyed her family, camping, watching sports, entertaining, and shopping for antiques. She was a former member of Crawford Friends Church for many years.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Valles of Crawford; two sons and their wives, Robert and Judy Fletcher of Crawford, and Scott and Linda Fletcher of Frederick; a daughter, Dr. Elizabeth Valles and her husband Paul of Pennsylvania; a sister-in-law, Diane Leonard of Florence, Ore.; eight grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren.

Mrs. Valles was preceded in death by a brother, Albert Leonard.

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Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

Edith Williams Edith F. Williams died Friday, June 29, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 81.

A graveside funeral service was held July 2 at Eckert Cemetery with Pastor Jerry Hilterbrand officiating.

She was born Jan. 27, 1931, in Delta, to Merle and Mary (Pollock) Edie.

She spent her childhood in Delta and Eckert, and attended school in Eckert and Cedaredge. She attended a business college in Stockton, Calif.

Mrs. Williams lived in California for 16 years and Texas for eight years

OBITUARIES before returning to Colorado.

She married Jack Chesser in 1948 in New Mexico. They celebrated 32 years of marriage. He died in 1980 in Grand Junction. She married Clyde Williams on March 16, 1981, in Las Vegas, Nev. He preceded her in death.

Mrs. Williams attended Garnet Mesa Baptist Church in Delta. She enjoyed painting, needlework and water exercises.

She is survived by a stepson, Brent Williams of Sun Lakes, Ariz.; and two sisters, Eleanor Davis of Grand Junction, and Wilma Lugard of Delta.

Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by two husbands, Jack Chesser and Clyde Williams; and two sisters, Irene Hawkins and Esther Lovato.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 1280 S. Parker Road, Denver, CO 80231.

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Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

Ruby Benson Ruby Edna Benson of Crawford, formerly of Delta, died June 22, 2012, at her home. She was 90.

A memorial service was held June 29 at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Hotchkiss, with Hospice Chaplain Jane Dupree officiating.

Mrs. Benson was born Sept. 14, 1921, in Portland, Ore., to James and Thressa Wolfe. She spent her childhood in Scobey, Mont., and graduated from Scobey High School.

She married Earl Benson on Nov. 3, 1940. He preceded her in death in 1990.

Mrs. Benson was a homemaker and helped her husband at their store Earl’s Carpet and Drapes in Windsor. She and her husband lived in Montana, Oregon, Fort Collins, and Green Valley, Ariz., before moving to Delta in 1994. She enjoyed sewing, reading, swimming and listening to music. She was a member of Good Sams and Eastern Star in Montana.

She was a former member of the Delta United Methodist Church for many years.

She is survived by a son and his wife, Bob and Cindy Benson of Greeley; a daughter and her husband, Susan and Charles Todd of Crawford; a brother, Cliff Wolfe; a sister and her husband, Shirley and Dan Kirkland; two grandchildren; and eight

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Mrs. Benson was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Benson; a son, Gordon Benson; two brothers, Alfred Wolfe and Charlie Wolfe; and two sisters, Mary Anderson and Sylvia Anderson.

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

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back to farming so he moved to Limon in 1959.

He ranched and opened a real estate office which he operated until 1970.

He moved to Grand Junction for a few years before moving to Cedaredge where he opened another real estate office for six years before retiring. He lived in Cedaredge until 1996 when he moved to Grand Junction. He was a member of First Church of the Nazarene in Grand Junction.

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Mr. Egbert is survived by two sons and their wives, Kenneth and Barbara of Cedaredge, and Vic and Tami of Grand Junction; a daughter, Ramona Watson of Grand Junction; eight grandchildren, Jeff Egbert, Kelly Reeder, Craig Egbert, Derek Egbert, Shane Egbert, Terri Reynolds, Laurie Verbel and Nathan Egbert; 12 greatgrandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in

Guidebook will help you explore Colorado wineries

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Delena Robertson Delena Robertson of Delta died Friday, June 29, 2012, at Willow Tree Care Center in Delta.

She was 78.

At her request, no services will be held.

Mrs. Robertson was born May 17, 1934, in Cedaredge, to Burr and Grace (Brewer) Dyer.

She spent her childhood and attended school in Cedaredge and Grand Junction.

She enjoyed children and spending time with her family.

Mrs. Robertson is survived by a son, Chris Darling of Delta; two daughters, Linda Wilson of Montrose and Debi Nichols of Eckert; four grandchildren; two greatgrandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by a son, Dean Robertson; and six brothers.

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death by five brothers, Burford, Merl, Ray, Ora and Gilbert; a sister, Elda Mehl; and a son, Dennis.

Memorial contributions may be made to Boise Christian Children’s Ranch, Route 1 Duck Alley Road, Eagle, ID 83616.

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There are over 125 wineries and tasting rooms across Colorado.

To help residents and visitors fully savor all that the state has to offer wine enthusiasts, Denver area resident Paula Mitchell has written a guidebook and journal titled “Exploring Colorado Wineries.�

Mitchell was inspired by a friend of her husband’s, Ed Sealover, who recently published a guide to all the microbreweries in Colorado. “I like wine,� she said, “so I decided I should write a book about all the Colorado wineries.�

Paula says she is not a writer, but her organizational and marketing skills came to the forefront as she sketched out how the book would be formatted. “Then I spent a month researching other books about wineries in Colorado,� she said. She discovered “The Guide to Colorado Wineries� by Alta and Brad Smith, which was published in 2002 when the state had just 38 wineries. Clearly, it was time for an updated guidebook, one that reflected Mitchell’s passion for exploring all that the state has to offer, from Pikes Peak to the Four Corners.

After familiarizing herself with the ins and outs of self-publishing, Mitchell dove into her project with gusto. She created an exhaustive list of all the wineries in Colorado, then contacted the owners seeking information about their operations.

To make the guidebook easy to use, Mitchell divided the wineries into six regions — Grand Val-

ley AVA, Delta and Montrose counties/West Elks AVA, Four Corners, Front Range, Pikes Peak and Mountains regions. The wineries in each region are listed in alphabetical order. Each winery’s page contains contact and tasting room information, the wines produced, a message from the owner and easy-to-follow directions.

With details about grape varieties, how the grapes are made into wine, tasting tips and wine terminology, you’ll feel like an expert as you jot down your thoughts on the wines you sample. Mitchell explains she chose heavy stock for the book because she expects people to use the space she has provided for notes. “I want the book to be all marked up and used, for people to be able to look back at the wines they’ve tasted and the places they’ve explored.�

To facilitate those adventures, Mitchell includes a section titled “What Else to See & Do� for each region.

After a whirlwind production schedule, Mitchell has embarked on a statewide quest to visit every winery in her book.

Pictures and stories are posted on her blog

(www.ExploringColorado Wineries.com) and her Facebook page. Several wineries are now offering her book for sale. “Writing the book was the easiest part,� she said. “Now I’m marketing the book and trying to get the word out.�

She is planning a book signing in Delta County, possibly in Paonia during September’s Mountain Harvest Festival. “My goal is to change the misconception about Colorado wines. Everybody thinks that all Colorado wines come from the Grand Valley; they’re amazed to learn there are over 95 wineries in the state, 33 along the Front Range. “I also want people to realize that Colorado makes good wine. “As you travel around and try different Colorado wines, you can visit some places you haven’t ever been to, like Pioneer Town in Cedaredge.

That’s my purpose.�

Just don’t ask her to reveal her favorite Colorado wine. “What you like and what I like can be totally different,� she said. “You need to explore for yourself what you like.�

As Mitchell is visiting the wineries, she is laying the groundwork for a second edition, which she thinks is about two years down the road. Since her book was published, four new wineries have already opened in Colorado, including two in Delta County — Fire Mountain Vineyard, and Mesa Winds Farm and Winery, both outside of Hotchkiss.

Visit a local winery to purchase a copy of Mitchell’s book or go to www.ExploringColorado Wineries.com.

Attract butterflies and birds to your garden

BY MELINDA MYERS Special to the DCI

Earl Egbert Earl Egbert of Grand Junction, formerly of Delta County, died Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Horizons Care Center in Eckert. He was 94.

A viewing will be held Wednesday, July 4, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Delta. A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 5, at 10 a.m. at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Delta. Burial will follow at Cedaredge Cemetery.

Mr. Egbert was born Dec. 25, 1917, in Ingalls, Kan., to P.C. and Bertha Egbert. He spent his childhood on a ranch near Ingalls, Kan., and graduated from Ingalls High School in 1935. He received his Eagle Scout badge.

He started running a service station in Kiowa, Kan., when he was 18.

Mr. Egbert married Perle Davidson on Oct. 23, 1937. They celebrated over 56 years of marriage.

She died April 8, 1994.

He and his wife farmed for a short time in western Kansas and moved to Burlington in 1943, where they purchased a farm and ranch.

They moved to Matheson in 1945 and continued to farm and ranch. They moved to Delta in 1954.

Mr. Egbert wanted to get

Add a little extra color and motion to your summer garden with containers designed to attract birds and butterflies.

Many garden centers continue to sell annuals throughout the summer and many of these midseason annuals are a bit bigger, providing instant impact.

It’s easier than you think to attract birds and butterflies and the good news is you don’t need a lot of space to do it. Container gardens give you the ability to attract wildlife to your backyard, patio, deck or even balcony. Simply follow these four steps and your garden will be filled with color, motion and a season of wildlife.

1. Provide food for birds and butterflies.

Include plants with flat daisy-like flowers like pentas, zinnias, and cosmos to attract butterflies. For hummingbirds, include some plants with tubular flowers including nicotiana, cuphea, salvia and fuchsia. And don’t forget about the hungry caterpillars that will soon turn into beautiful butterflies. Parsley, bronze fennel and licorice vines are a few favorites that make great additions to container gardens. You can even create containers that will attract seedeating birds. Purple Maj-

esty millet, coneflower, coreopsis and Rudbeckias will keep many of the birds returning to your landscape.

2. Include water for both the birds and butterflies. It’s a key ingredient and a decorative small shallow container filled with water can be included in a large container. Or include a freestanding birdbath within your container collection.

I used a bronzed leaf birdbath in just this way.

It created a great vertical accent, added interest to a blank wall and provided a water supply for the birds.

3. Give them a place to live and raise their young. Add a few evergreens, ornamental grasses and perennials to your container garden.

Use weather resistant containers that can tolerate the extreme heat and cold in your garden.

Then fill with plants that are at least one zone hardier. Or add a few birdhouses. These can be included in the container or mounted on a fence, post or nearby tree.

4. Skip the pesticides, please. Nature, including the birds you invite into your landscape, will devour many garden pests. Plus, the chemicals designed to kill the bad guys can also kill the good bugs and wildlife you are trying to attract. And, if pests get

out of hand, use more eco-friendly products like soaps, Neem, and horticulture oil as a control mechanism. And, as always, read and follow label directions carefully.

And to conserve time and energy, try using one of the self-watering containers or hanging baskets that are on the market. This helps to make it both easy and convenient when time constraints and vacations get in the way of providing ideal care. So gather your family and get started planting your wildlife container garden today.

Nationally known gardening expert, TV/radio host, author and columnist Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience and has written over 20 gardening books, including Can’t Miss Small Space Gardening. She hosts the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment segments which air on over 115 TV and radio stations throughout the U.S. and Canada. She is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and writes the twice monthly “Gardeners’ Questions� newspaper column. She has also written for Gardening How-to magazine, Better Homes and Gardens and Backyard Living. Her website is www.melindamyers.com.

ACTIVITIES

Delta County Independent

Community Calendar Wednesday, July 4

CHERRY DAYS PARADE, 10 a.m., downtown Paonia to Paonia Town Park.

PAONIA FIRE DEPARTMENT PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 6-9 a.m., Paonia Town Hall.

Thursday, July 5

CHAPEL OF THE CROSS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Chapel of the Cross, Pioneer Town, 315 SW 3rd Street, Cedaredge. Admission by donation. Today’s concert: Ray Carpenter, Western guitar, vocals.

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

Come early for hamburgers and hot dogs. This week progressive is 60 numbers for $617, blue is 51 numbers and grey is 54 numbers for $250. For more information, call 527-6252.

WRITE ON!, 7-10 p.m., Blue Sage Center, Paonia. Anthology winners read winning entries.

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.

Friday, July 6

PAONIA’S ANNUAL MUSEUM ROOT BEER SOCIAL, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

BOOK CRAFTS, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., corner of 3rd and Grand Avenue, Paonia.

FINAL FRIDAY ART WALK AND SIDEWALK VENDING, downtown Paonia.

HONEY DON’T IN CONCERT, 6:45-8 p.m., Paonia Town Park gazebo.

Saturday, July 7

DELTA HUBWHEELER SQUARE DANCE CLUB MEETS, 7:30 p.m., Confluence Park, Delta. All plus. Caller is Kathy Racine. Prerounds/instructions at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Loren, 970-249-4858 or Gwen, 970-856-4157. Independence Day Dance.

CLASS OF 1982 CEDAREDGE HIGH SCHOOL REUNION, RJ’s Restaurant, Cedaredge. Drinks 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m.

NO SLACKER FIRECRACKER 5K WALK/RUN, registration 8 a.m., Lion’s Pavilion, Confluence Park, Delta with a 9 a.m. start.

Entry fee for adults is $20 if registered by June 25 and $25 after June 25. Kids (ages 12 and under) free. Registration forms available at www.deltahospital.org. Participants receive a t-shirt and snacks.

CAGE FREE COMEDY TROUPE, 3 p.m., family matinee; 9 p.m. adults only show, Paradise Theatre, Paonia. For more information, call 462-7205.

HOTCHKISS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1982 REUNION, 1-4 p.m., North Fork Pool, Hotchkiss.

Sunday, July 8

CHAPEL OF THE CROSS CONCERT, 2 p.m., Chapel of the Cross, Pioneer Town, 315 SW 3rd Street, Cedaredge. Admission by donation. Today’s concert: Pot Roast Dixieland Band.

July 9-12

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL SONLIGHT EXPRESS, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, 1208 Grand Avenue, Delta. For children who have completed 1st grade to high school. For more information or to register, call Pastor Kenneth Gilchrist, 874-3717. Leave message if unavailable.

Monday, July 9

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

BLACK CANYON CAMERA CLUB MEETS, 6 p.m., Heaven’s View Community Room, 1445 Porter Dr., Delta. Post meeting presentation, 6:20 p.m., is macro photography webinar part two in preparation for a macro photography exercise later this year. For more information, contact Rae Ann, rae-anns@live. com or 856-7809.

Tuesday, July 10

TOBACCO CESSATION CLASS SERIES “FRESHSTART” offered by Delta County Memorial Hospital. Classes are free. Must preregister by calling 874-2412.

Thursday, July 12

PICNIC IN THE PARK WITH ROGERS MESA MODERN WOMANS CLUB, 6 p.m., City Park/Fairgrounds, Hotchkiss. For more information, call Lou Ann, 872-4816.

CHAPEL OF THE CROSS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Chapel of the Cross, Pioneer Town, 315 SW 3rd Street, Cedaredge. Admission by donation. Today’s concert: Will Archuleta, marimba.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP DRIVE PICNIC, 5:30 p.m., Cleland Park, Delta. For all members and anyone interested in supporting the library. Serving hot dog dinner. Also having a booth at the 1st Saturday Farmer’s Market. Selling books, water and hot dogs as a fund raiser.

HALDEN WOFFORD AND THE HIBEAMS IN CONCERT, 8 p.m., Paradise Theatre, Paonia.

Friday, July 13

SPAGHETTI DINNER, 5-7 p.m., All Saints Lutheran Church, Highway 65, one mile north of Cory General Store. Suggested donation is $7 for adults and $3 for children under 10 years of age. Take-out dinners available. For more information, call 835-3667. Proceeds divided between the PACE program in Eckert and the animal shelters in Delta and Cedaredge.

Saturday, July 14

CLASSICAL CONCERT “THE SPIRIT OF STRINGS,” with cellist Darrett Adkins and pianist Susan Ellinger, 7:30 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. For tickets call 527-7243 or visit bluesage.org.

DANCE FOR A CURE, 7 p.m.- 12 midnight, Delta Elks Lodge, 563 Main Street. Cash bar, raffle and door prizes. Tickets $10 per person and can be obtained from Jen at 201-1315. Pink attire encouraged.

Sunday, July 15

CHAPEL OF THE CROSS CONCERT, 2 p.m., Chapel of the Cross, Pioneer Town, 315 SW 3rd Street, Cedaredge. Admission by donation. Today’s concert: Rachel Blankmeyer, classical piano gospel.

Delta County Memorial Hospital is sponsoring the “No Slacker Firecracker 5k Walk/Run” on Saturday, July 7. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. at the Lions Pavilion at Confluence Park in Delta with a 9 a.m. start.

The entry fee for adults is $20 if registered by June 25 and $25 after June 25. Kids (ages 12 and under) are free.

Registration forms are available at www.deltahospital.org. Participants will receive a T-shirt and snacks.

Pot Roast Dixieland Band

Camera club explores macro photography

Pot roast is on the menu at Chapel of the Cross

Black Canyon Camera Club meets Monday, July 9, at 6 p.m. at Heaven’s View community room, 1445 Porter Drive, Delta.

The post meeting presentation (starting at about 6:20) will be a macro photography webinar part two. This is in preparation for a macro photography exercise later this year. For more information, contact Rae Ann at rae-anns@live.com or 856-7809.

A musical group with a most unusual name is coming to the Chapel of the Cross. The Pot Roast Dixieland Band will perform on Sunday, July 8, at 2 p.m.

The group is comprised of Gary Miller of Ridgway on tuba, Dennis Kurtz of Silverton on marimba, Carl Bivins of Montrose on banjo, and Larry Sims of Montrose on clarinet.

They have been together for a little over five

During Deltarado Days, High Desert Opera will present “The Elixir of Love,” a stylized and comic opera staged in English and set in the Wild West of Colorado’s Grand Valley!

The story, taking place in the 1890s, welcomes Dr. Carl Eratta, a traveling con artist who turns a ranch topsy-turvy with promises about his magical elixir. The snakeoil salesman convinces a penniless cowboy to squander his last “twobits” on a love potion (in fact a local vintage wine!) in order to win the heart of the wealthy ranch owner.

Whacky situations and crazy twists ensue.

The opera will be pre-

sented Saturday, July 21, at the Delta Center for Performing Arts at 822 Grand Avenue in Delta.

Grand Junction performances are slated for the Avalon Theatre, 645 Main Street, Friday, July 20, and Saturday, July 28. All performances begin at 7 p.m.

Tickets for the Delta performance are available at the door or at the following local outlets — City Market, 122 Gunnison River Drive; Delta Ace Hardware, 121 W. Gunnison River Drive; and the Delta County Independent, 401 Meeker Street.

Call the Delta Area Chamber of Commerce at 874-8616 for more information.

Si usted desea cazar en Colorado, es necesario obtener su certificado de educacion y seguridad en la caza antes de comprar su licencia de caza. Con este curso, ahora es posible aprender y cumplir con las leyes de la vida silvestre del Estado de Colorado, en su propio idioma.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting a Spanish-language hunter education course next month to better serve prospective hunters in the Grand Junction area who are more comfortable learning in Spanish. The

DELTA HUBWHEELER SQUARE DANCE CLUB MEETS, 7:30 p.m., Hotchkiss Memorial Hall. All plus. Caller is Jeff Palmer. Prerounds/instructions at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Loren, 970-249-4858 or Gwen, 970-856-4157.

KIDS KARNIVAL, Cleland Park, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. During Deltarado Days.

Sunday, July 22

CHAPEL OF THE CROSS CONCERT, 2 p.m., Chapel of the Cross, Pioneer Town, 315 SW 3rd Street, Cedaredge. Admission by donation. Today’s concert: Bob Wear and Friends, vocals, piano, guitar.

Enjoy classic western music Western music duo Ray Carpenter and Al Smith are coming to the Chapel of the Cross on Thursday, July 5, at 7

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

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

• HATHA YOGA - On Wednesdays from 5:00-6:15 p.m. Drop-in fee. NO CLASSES IN JULY. • TAI CHI/QIGONG FOR HEALTH AND LONGEVITY - On Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Pay monthly or drop-in rate.

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

• BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCING - Register by the month on Tuesday afternoons 2:00-4:00 p.m.

• ALIVE AT 25 - Next class Monday, July 16 from 4:309:00 p.m. Please register online at www.aliveat25.us.

• GENTLE FLOAT TRIPS - (Due to low water - Floats are now from Pleasure Park to Austin

to the same useful information as their English-speaking neighbors, including firearms safety, ethics, survival tips, wildlife identification and management.

“Everyone is encouraged to take hunter education at least once,” continued Velarde. “We look forward to this opportunity to provide the Spanish-speaking members of our community a chance to play a role in managing Colorado’s wildlife resource.”

The cost of the course is $7 per person, payable on the day of the class.

course is scheduled to be held at Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Hunter Safety Complex, located at 711 Independent Avenue, on July 7 and 8.

In Colorado, a hunter education certificate is required before a hunting license can be purchased.

The class offers a tremendous amount of practical information, not only to those planning to hunt but also to anyone who ventures into Colorado’s backcountry for outdoor recreation.

Spanish-only speakers will now have access

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you may not have heard of and even some Willie Nelson.

Admission is by donation.

Ray Carpenter and Al Smith

Hunter education classes will be offered in Spanish

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.

CHAPEL OF THE CROSS CONCERT, 7 p.m., Chapel of the Cross, Pioneer Town, 315 SW 3rd Street, Cedaredge. Admission by donation. Today’s concert: Jim Hakanson and Al Smith, Americana rock and blues.

BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL BOARD MEETING, 6 p.m. policy review, 7 p.m. regular meeting, The Delta Center for the Performing Arts, 822 Grand Avenue, Delta.

years and enjoy making music. Their song selections include a wide variety of music including old Dixieland songs, songs

Opera takes a crazy twist

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July 6 & 7

PAONIA LIBRARY BOOK SALE — Friday: 1-5 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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YOUTH TENNIS BLAST CAMP - For ages 8-13, August 6-12, Monday through Thursday from 8:00-10:00 a.m. and a tournament on Friday starting at 8:00 a.m.

RIFLE HUNTER SAFETY EDUCATION - Thursday, July 26 (6:00-9:00 p.m.), Friday, July 27 (6:00-9:00 p.m.), and Saturday, July 28 (9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.)

Please bring a sack lunch.

Register by July 24.

PICKLEBALL DROP-IN TIMES - Tuesday/Thursday 4:00-6:00 p.m. and Wednesday/Friday 8:00-10:00 a.m. (new time).

See front desk attendant for rental/court times.

ZUMBA FAMILY - Fridays at 5:30 p.m. Ages 8 and up. Cost is daily admission per participant.

JOY OF PAINTING CLASSES - Saturday classes July 14 (Landscape), August 11,

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ADULT FALL SOFTBALL LEAGUE - Register your teams now through August 1 for coed, women’s, or men’s leagues.

Games start mid August.

3-ON-3 BASKETBALL LEAGUE - 2 divisions of play Open and Women’s Leagues. Register your teams by August 26.

Games start September 10.

YOUTH AND ADULT ARCHERY CLASSES - Youth class for ages 10-17 Mondays July 23 and 30 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon.

Adult class same Mondays from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Register

by July 20.

BANANA’S FUN PARK TRIP Thursday, July 12 from 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for ages 8 and older. Register for this great summer day trip by Monday, July 9.

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS - Don’t be left out on these summer lessons. Space still available for July and August session morning or evenings.

CPR/FIRST AID - Saturday, August 18 from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Please register by Aug. 13.

COMMUNITY EVENING DANCE - Saturday, August 18

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Carpenter, a native Coloradoan, has been a big part of the music scene in western Colorado for years, having entertained as a soloist and guitarist at the Montrose Pavilion, Red Mountain Ranch, AppleFest and numerous other local venues. Many know Ray as a line dancing leader.

Smith, a recent transplant to the Surface Creek area, was founding member of the Golden trio “The Sons of the Burbs” who were well known in the Front Range for their three-part harmonic interpretations of many popular songs. He has sung with the Valley Symphony Chorus and at AppleFest.

Ray and Al will perform the classic western music of Hank Williams, Bob Wills, Bob Nolan, as well as George Straight, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings.

Admission is by donation.

from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Music by Ula Vaun-Kirkman.

• BABYSITTER’S TRAINING COURSE - American Red Cross Course designed for ages 10-15, on Monday/Tuesday, August 13 and 14 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

• YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL Registration is going on now for boys and girls grades K-4.

Register until August 26 with practices in September and games start in October. Any questions contact Whitnee.

DELTARADO DAYS KIDS KARNIVAL Saturday, July 21 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Cle Clelan landd Park

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

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LOCAL NEWS

Delta County Independent

Pipeline flow is increased project “is finally turning the corner” in efforts to Company officials hope restore irrigation water that the North Delta Irri- to North Delta followgation Company pipeline ing a tunnel collapse last

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Working some 90 feet below the surface of Cory Bench in a massive crater excavated for the task, operators with Beavers Construction of Hotchkiss remove material from around the North Delta Irrigation Company pipeline allowing it to lay on a flow grade. A Denver-based company that was contractor for the failed pipeline project is paying costs of the remediation work.

summer.

The weeks, now going on months of massive earth moving work by excavators from Beavers Construction of Hotchkiss, achieved a milestone last Thursday when enough material was removed from the tunnel under Cory Bench to allow a four-foot-diameter pipeline to lay on a better grade and increase flow.

Lynn French, irrigation company representative, told the DCI that the excavators were able to lower the pipe about one foot or more. “That was enough to approximately double the water flowing through,” French said, from an estimated 8 cfs to 14 or possibly 15 cfs.

“That’s quite an improvement,” he added. Flow volumes are estimates because the water is not measured on the North Delta system in that area, French explained.

The North Delta Irrigation Company has 49-plus cfs that can be taken from its diversion on the Gunnison River near 2100 Road. French explained that future improvements planned for the system will pipe its entire course from 2100 Road to the tunnel section. That will create additional flow head to move greater volume through the pipeline which runs on a virtual

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Relay raises $33,895 The 25 teams and 235 men, women and children participating in Delta’s Relay for Life June 29-30 raised $33,895 in support of the American Cancer Society’s efforts to fund research, education and local patient services. The top fund-raising team was Pat’s Bag of Donuts, comprised of Gina Cassel, Kirsten Alsdorf, Linda Black, Stacey Brown, Lee Bules, Pat Mangum, Traci Ames, Helen Bock, Joseph Bules and Sarah Bules. Walmart and Taco Time were in second and third place with $5,235.18 and $2,898.50, respectively. The top three fundraising individuals were Wendy Pfifer ($1,095), Joyce Urich ($722) and Jodie McCurdy ($700).

Above, Tonnie Bules, a breast cancer survivor, speaks to relay participants. Her husband, Lee, held a light so she could read from her thoughtfully prepared comments. Below is one of the luminarias lining the track at Delta High School. Team members took turns walking the track throughout the night in a symbolic gesture, proclaiming that because cancer does not rest, for this one night, neither do they.

Kissner’s preliminary trial delayed to August

BY PAT SUNDERLAND

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flat line grade through the tunnel section.

Report of improved flow through the pipeline last week was welcome news to North Delta irrigators who have suffered with low-to-no water all season long.

Water users had contacted the DCI with accounts of water levels that didn’t even reach headgates.

Another farmer said his first cutting of hay this year was 100 bales compared with 700 that came off the same acreage in last year’s first cutting.

There have been a few reports of gate panels damaged, chains cut on headgates, and damage to diversion structures on the private irrigation system. “This will come to a boil,” one company member told the DCI. Another North Delta irrigator observed goodnaturedly on Sunday that the water level in the ditch was indeed coming up now.

French said last week that work on the pipeline beneath Cory Bench would continue with a goal of establishing the best possible flow grade.

However, what has been achieved now is probably close to what can be expected until additional piping work from the company’s takeout is completed, French said.

Managing Editor

Law enforcement officers were prepared to testify, and family members filled the county courtroom in anticipation of Billy J. Kissner’s preliminary trial, which was scheduled to take place June 25. But instead of presenting any evidence, district attorney Dan Hostenpiller and defense attorney Harvey Steinberg requested the hearing be continued until Aug. 9 at 10:30 a.m.

Judge David Westfall agreed to their request without asking for any

explanation, and to a modification to Kissner’s bond that will allow him to move back into his own home. The victim’s family had no objections.

Since posting bond in early May, Kissner had been living with his son in Grand Junction.

Kissner is charged with second degree murder, a class two felony, in the death of his wife, Raelynn, in November 2010. The purpose of a preliminary hearing is to determine if there is sufficient evidence to require a trial.

Deputies respond to horse, ATV accidents

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

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Deputies from the Delta County Sheriff ’s Office responded to an accident involving a horse at about 5:20 p.m. June 25. The horse reportedly rolled over Paula Norell, 46, at her property on 2200 Road. Norell was transported to Delta County Memorial Hospital and later airlifted to St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction. She was listed in serious condition on Monday afternoon.

Sheriff ’s deputies and firefighters were called to Highway 50 near the Escalante Canyon turnoff the afternoon of June 25, where they found a towed vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Joshua Cook of Montrose told the deputies he looked in his rear view mirror and saw the vehicle smoking.

By the time he pulled onto the shoulder of the highway, grabbed a fire extinguisher and exited his vehicle, the fire was out of control. The cause of the blaze is unknown.

On June 26, deputies and ambulance person-

nel responded to the area of Surface Creek Road and Starner Loop to rendezvous with Daniel Cerutti, 38, of Grand Junction. His son was riding an ATV on private property when he collided with a tree. The teen was loaded into an ambulance and transported to DCMH. The Delta Police Department reported two accidents last week: On June 22 at 5:42 p.m. Verlin R. Williams, 62, of Delta was ticketed for following too closely after he was involved in a collision involving two vehicles and a trailer in the area of 1st and Main.

No injuries were reported and the vehicles were driven from the scene.

Alcohol was not a factor.

Shortly after 5 p.m.

June 25, Jennifer A. Eiler, 37, of Austin was issued a ticket for following too closely after being involved in a two-vehicle crash on Stafford Lane at Highway 92. No injuries were reported, both vehicles were driven from the scene, and alcohol was not a factor.

Ash Mesa, B50 roads to get new crossings

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Ash Mesa Road and B50 Road were both closed at their SH50 access points on Monday, July 2, for reconstruction work on railroad grade crossings.

The county engineering department said the closures would last no more than a few days at the longest.

Also, a new traffic entrance/exit at the county fairgrounds in Hotchkiss that accesses State Highway 92 should

be in use for this year’s county fair, county engineers say.

Law enforcement was considering the possibility of altering traffic patterns that would prevent fair traffic from entering the fairgrounds from Bridge Street this year. Fairgoers would still be able to exit the fairgrounds at that location, under ideas being discussed to help relieve traffic congestion at the archway.

No decision had been reached on any changes as of Monday.

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Strict fire ban now in place BLM, Forest Service also under Stage II fire restrictions as officials hope to avoid fiery holiday

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Delta County Commissioners ordered a Stage II Fire Ban throughout all unincorporated areas of the county until further notice.

The fire ban prohibits the following: Any outdoor fire or campfire or using a charcoal-fueled grill or stove, with the exception of pressurized liquidfueled stoves with an on/off switch or valve; Smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle or building, or disposing out of doors any burning object, including without limitation cigarettes, cigars or matches;

Blasting, welding, or other activities using an acetylene or other torch with an open flame which could result in the ignition of flammable material; Operating or using an internal combustion engine without spark arresting device properly installed, maintained, and in effective working order; The use of all fireworks and other incendiary devices in the unincorporated Delta County; Possessing or using a motor vehicle or OHV off established roads, except when parking in an area devoid of vegetation within 10 feet of the roadway; and except for parking overnight in developed campgrounds and trailheads.

In addition, the Town of Hotchkiss also has a fire ban in place. Due to dry weather and low humidity “the area is an extreme fire hazard,” the town website said. “This means no open burning and no fireworks are allowed until further notice.”

Photo by Kathy Browning

Protecting our forests Local fire departments have been kept busy with reports of smoke spotted at various locations. Paonia and Ragged Mountain fire departments were checking for fires outside of Paonia. Dispatch received calls about sightings of smoke in the vicinity of Steven’s Gulch Road Friday, June 29. Bear Ranch offered the use of their helicopter and pilot so the Hotchkiss Fire District could search for lightning strikes on Thursday, June 28.

Warriors for solar energy SEI training the trainers to spread the use of solar

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

If you’ve driven by the Solar Energy International (SEI) facility on Mathews Lane in Paonia, you might not realize what they have accomplished since 1991. SEI is one of the leaders in the country training people how to design and install renewable energy systems.

According to Kathy Swartz, SEI interim executive director, “We have some 20,000 alumni and so many people who are in the solar industry now that came through our training programs either online, in person or at locations across the country.”

It’s an impressive record, and yet even SEI has not

remained unscathed during the recent economic woes of this nation and the world.

There have been lay-offs and restructuring of the business as a result. SEI Carbondale’s administrative offices were hit the most.

Ed Marston, the new SEI board president, explains, “We came on hard financial times and we had to cut back. And most of the cutbacks were in Carbondale.”

While several staff still remain in Carbondale, SEI is looking for less office space.

“We have people all over the country who work for SEI and keep in touch by Skype and the Internet,” Marston says.

Swartz adds that more administrative services are moving to Paonia.

“It’s amazing to have this world-class outfit here. One of our instructional teams just came back from Dubai where they went to teach the oil-rich Arabs about solar energy,”

Photo by Kathy Browning

The Red Clouds of the Lakota Oglala Nation in South Dakota are descendents of Chief Red Cloud, one of the last Lakota war chiefs. Today they are warriors for solar energy, bringing energy cost savings and jobs to Native Americans. From left to right, are Darrell, Silas and Henry Red Cloud. Henry founded Lakota Solar Enterprises and Red Cloud Renewable Energy Center.

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These students are trainers themselves with various colleges and businesses around the country and the world. They are learning all about the various aspects of solar energy from Solar Energy International in Paonia.

Marston says.

In June, SEI was training people from other businesses and colleges on photovoltaic (PV) systems. A five-day course which can be taken on-site in Paonia or online.

It covers solar electric design and installation for systems tied into a public utilities grid.

Students learn the fundamentals of installing, commissioning, testing and decommissioning a system.

That’s followed by a fiveday intensive hands-on lab.

Students work on different equipment in different situations to give them a broad understanding of real life situations. Students actually install, commission, test and operate multiple grid-direct PV systems utilizing various

mounting types and balanceof-system components.

The next training class is PV 202 on advanced PV system design and the National Electrical Code.

The third class in the series has a hands-on lab as well and focuses on battery-based solar electric systems.

The five different lab systems are fully operational and off-set the electrical energy used at SEI to net zero.

In mid-June, 28 people attended the hands-on lab in Paonia. Four of those attending were from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. They are members of the Red Cloud family of the Lakota Oglala Nation. Henry Red Cloud, his son Silas, his brother Darrell and a cousin

Crawford moves ahead with source water protection plan Public invited to be part of process, first meeting set for July 17

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The Town of Crawford is moving forward with their goal to establish a Source Water Protection Plan (SWPP). The plan would cover the municipal drinking water sources.

Jackie Savage, town clerk, announced on Thursday, June 28, “The Town of Crawford has received a $5,000 matching grant from the Colorado Department of Public Health

and Environment to help with the development and/or implementation of a Source Water Protection Plan.”

Completely voluntary, Colorado’s Source Water Protection program is “designed to help public water systems take preventative measures to keep their sources of drinking water free from potential contaminants.”

The press release states, “This program does not impose any new regulations on the use of personal properties. Rather than developing new regulations to enforce, the main goal of developing the SWPP is to raise awareness within communities about the importance of source water protection. The program is founded

on the concept that informed citizens, equipped with fundamental knowledge about their drinking water source(s) and the threats to it, will be the most effective advocates for protecting this valuable resource.”

To that end, the Town of Crawford will host a one- to two-hour meeting on Tuesday, July 17, at the Crawford Community Center at town hall.

This source water protection planning meeting will start at 7 p.m. The meeting will introduce the process of developing a SWPP and allow stakeholders the opportunity to provide their input. All interested community members are invited to attend. Those participating in the SWPP development will

be helping to contribute to the match requirement required by the grant.

Kimberly Mihelich, a source water specialist with the Colorado Rural Water Association (CRWA), will be helping with the coordination and facilitation of creating the SWPP. CRWA is a nonprofit organization which receives state and federal funding to help communities with source water protection and other technical issues regarding their municipal water systems.

For further information, contact Crawford public works director Bruce Bair at 9214725 or Kimberly Mihelich of CRWA at (719) 248-9116.

Be a part of this important public process.

came to add to their technical understanding of solar energy systems.

The other 24 students come from a variety of backgrounds — solar education, engineers, contractors and electricians.

All have taken the PV101 course and are now doing the lab.

SEI received a Department of Energy grant about two years ago. SEI instructor Jeff Tobe explains, “Our job is to help community colleges within our 14-state Rocky Mountain region set up their own community college programs.”

In this Training the Trainer program, students receive 120 hours of training, curriculum to use and money for lab, travel and stipends so they can go back and start these solar energy programs at their community colleges.

Henry Red Cloud founded Lakota Solar Enterprises and the Red Cloud Renewable Energy Center on the reservation. They manufacture and install solar energy systems to help cut energy costs for Native Americans, and also train them to work in the industry and start their own businesses. About 120 students have been trained at his center. He has worked with 24 different tribes. And they have installed 1,400 systems.

“So we’re just like 21st century warriors doing our warrior deed. Two hundred years ago, we’d be hunting buffalo and bringing the resources back to the tribe. Basically, we’re doing the same thing today,” Henry says.

Native Americans believe in living with the land, not on the land and co-existing with everything that is natural — the sun, wind and water.

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Helping Hands provides free lunches for kids

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The first Helping Hands Summer Food Service Program in Delta County is taking place at the North Fork Pool, Park and Recreation district

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Kathleen Jessen of Paonia graduated cum laude from Fort Lewis College on Saturday, April 28. Jessen received a bachelor of arts degree with a major in political science.

The commencement speaker, Senator Mark Udall, encouraged the new graduates to seek out adventure and to not shy away from taking risks.

office.

The free nutritious lunch program is for kids 18 years of age and younger. In addition to the free lunch the kids can play games as well.

The program, which started June 4 and will continue until Aug. 3, is open to all kids and there are no financial stipulations. Lunches are served from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.

For those kids who need transportation, there are free rides to and from the lunch site on the district’s “Pool Bus.” Riders under seven years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

The bus has a schedule for picking kids up for lunch: For Paonia, the bus picks up kids at 10:40 a.m. and arrives at the district office just behind the pool at 11:10. It then departs at 12:15 p.m. and arrives

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For Hotchkiss, pick-up time is 11 a.m., arrival at 11:10, departure at 12:15 and drop-off at 12:25.

For Crawford, pick-up time is 11:30 a.m., arrival at 11:50 a.m., departure at 1:05 a.m. and drop-off at 1:20 p.m.

So far, Becky Kiefer of Helping Hands said, only eight kids have taken the bus ride. It’s free for kids and expands the opportunity for children to benefit from the summer lunch program. Kiefer believes some of those who live in the rural areas may have difficulty getting to town to catch the bus.

On Thursday, June 28, Hotchkiss Mayor Wendell Koontz gave out lunches to kids.

According to Kiefer, the purpose of this local campaign is to end childhood hunger.

“The town really supports anything for the kids like this. It’s great people will step up and volunteer their time and efforts . . .

To make sure these kids have something good to eat and have a place to be,” Mayor Koontz said.

Kiefer said that as of week three, 690 lunches have been given away.

Helping Hands got its start with the Paonia Rotary Club who gave away free lunches during weekends, school holidays and vacations.

Today, the summer free lunch program is sponsored by Helping Hands, Food Bank of the Rockies and the North Fork Pool, Park and Recreation District. The goal is a “Hunger Free Colorado.”

For more information on the program, visit www. summerfoodcolorado.org or call 877-93-Hunger.

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Hotchkiss Mayor Wendell Koontz hands nine-year old Lauryn Kiefer a Helping Hands lunch last Thursday at the North Fork Pool, Park and Recreation District. The free lunch program started in June and will continue until August.

Paonia backs tennis court grant

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The North Fork Pool, Park and Recreation District asked the Paonia Town Council to approve a resolution supporting its bid to win a Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) grant. The grant application is for a new surface for the Apple Valley tennis courts.

The cost will be $220,000. The grant would require a 30 percent match from the district.

The next granting cycle is this July. And, that’s where there was some disagreement on the council.

The recreation district asked the council to not submit another grant application to GOCO for two grant cycles, which would be July and December. The district doesn’t want the town to be competing against itself with two grant applications.

The recreation district, with the town’s endorsement, tried and failed to win a grant in December 2011. The town’s parks committee had wanted to improve rest rooms and kids’ playground equipment at Apple Valley Park along with the tennis courts.

Now, the recreation district wants to try just for the tennis courts.

Paonia High School has requested the town join them in a GOCO grant application this year for athletic facilities at the school for track, tennis, college-performance baseball fields, etc.

Lisa Cook of the recreation district suggested the Town of Paonia support their application in July and the school’s in December.

That was clearly not the wish of Mayor Schwieterman, police chief Scott

Leon and trustee Corinne Ferguson, who argued that the school was in need of the athletic facilities and needed the town’s support in the application process.

However, the majority on the council expressed concern about not maintaining current assets, such as the Apple Valley tennis courts.

Cook noted Paonia High School did not reach out to the district for support.

The Apple Valley tennis courts are used by kids and older players who could be their parents, grandparents or great-grandparents.

Ferguson replied that her kids have to travel to Hotchkiss and Cedaredge for athletic training and get home between 9 and 10 p.m. It’s hard on them and the family.

The mayor also spoke

on behalf of the school’s grant proposal and wanted to table the recreation district’s request until there could be discussions with those working on the school’s proposal.

Cook countered that Delta County had agreed to give $30,000 towards the match. The district is asking the Town of Paonia for a total of $10,000 to be spread over two years.

The district will give $20,000 toward the tennis courts. If the district did not apply in July, Cook said they feared losing the county’s financial commitment.

In the end, by a five to one vote, the resolution was approved to support the Apple Valley tennis courts for the July GOCO grant application, to not join on other GOCO grant applications until December, and to contribute $10,000 over two years.

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Wednesday, July 4, 2012

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Join Creative District in Cherry Days art project

BY SUSIE KALDIS Special to the DCI

Photo by Don E. Foster

Tractors a ‘must see’ Dennis Natal works wonders as a mechanic on classic tractors. Neighbor Don E. Foster says, “Dennis is such a success with OLD, OLD tractors [because of] his attitude. One tractor (of his 30+ or so) will be in the Cherry Days parade. It is a 1916 Big Four, was shipped new to Grand Junction and driven to what is now Log Hill Village down by Ridgway . . . took 2.5 days, I think. The motor was beyond redemption, but he ignored that, now has it running. Is a monster. He seems to be able to reason with the old iron and they understand each other.” For many years, Foster hosted the Cherry Days Tractor Show, but this year he is turning the show over to his son Curtis Foster. Tractors will be on display through the weekend at 232 Onarga, across the alley behind KVNF.

The North Fork Valley was recently designated a Creative District by the state of Colorado. “Why?” you may ask. Well, it is because there is an abundance of artists, crafts people, designers, musicians, performers, agriculturalists and culinary artists living and working in the North Fork Valley.

“More recent and growing research indicates that cultural activities profoundly impact the economic and social vitality of communities,” says Tom Borrup of Partners for Livable Communities. Our community is thriving with creativity — new and old.

To kick start the summer, the North Fork Valley Creative Coalition and the Creative District Partners met in early May to plan out a collaborative, community art project at this year’s Cherry Days Festival. Merging the visions of Heart and

Conservation Center’s silent auction is open for bids NFRIA-WSERC Conservation Center is taking online bids for their Cherry Days Silent Auction. Preview and bid on hundreds of items that will be auctioned off at Cherry Days. Place your bids online at www. theconservationcenter. org.

Special auction items this year include two well-trained male alpacas and a romantic, allinclusive, one-night stay for two with a guided walk and fly fishing trip at the spectacular Black Canyon Angler Lodge. At the auction, you will find deals on local wine and produce; massage, yoga and other classes; great outdoor clothing and gear; books; music; jewelry; artwork; and many other items.

Find the silent auction under the Big Green Arch on Saturday, July 7, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in

Paonia Town Park. There will only be one day to bid in the park, so make sure to place your bids online before Saturday, July 7.

All proceeds from the Cherry Days Silent Auction will benefit the NFRIA-WSERC Conservation Center.

the doors will remain an interactive art piece that will use corkboard and the same primary illustration of the valley for people to pin-up their personal stories. We hope that participants’ stories will describe a place that they love, or a value about where they live that is essential to them.

KVNF’s conversation with environmental scientists, iSeeChange, will have a presence at Cherry Days to talk to people about what’s changing in their backyards, farms, ranches, rivers and forests across the state. Of course, we are especially

keen to hear what people think about cherries, too!

This art piece will be free standing, and will be brought to a variety of events in the North Fork Valley over the next two years.

Come visit the North Fork Valley Creative Coalition, Heart and Soul and iSeeChange booths at Cherry Days (July 4-8) to paint and write your personal story on the mural!

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Solar warriors FROM PAGE B1 to Native Americans is, Henry says, “A new way of honoring the old way and then becoming sustainable.”

At the end of August, the Red Clouds will return to SEI for batterybased hands-on training.

Chris Smith, who greets everyone coming into the SEI Paonia office and store, said that in addition to the four Native Americans, the recent class had students from British Columbia, Mexico, Guatemala and Germany. SEI recently had a nun from Paki-

Soul, iSeeChange, and the NFV Creative Coalition, a plan was implemented to create a freestanding art mural. The objective for the art project is to create an opportunity for North Fork Valley residents to tell their stories about what they love about where they live through the collaborative creation of an interactive art piece.

This art project, rendered on three reclaimed doors, will replicate the illustration of the valley and the three towns — Hotchkiss, Paonia, and Crawford — as the primary focus. Paonia artists Maya Jensen, Birdie Kuhl and Susie Kaldis are painting the landscape and towns. This illustration will be supported and surrounded by images of hands, eyes, and hearts that will be created by participants on Cherry Days. One side of the doors will be a completed art piece by the end of Cherry Days, and the other side of

stan do the battery-based training.

In 2007, SEI wrote the text book on solar energy systems which is currently used in many community colleges and vocational schools across the U.S. “It’s like the Bible of solar energy text books.

We’ve sold 76,000 copies of our first text book and we have a new text book coming out in July,” Tobe says. “We try to give the colleges a well rounded package. Not everyone has the right knowledge or experience to develop the right curriculum and to really implement a program. So, that’s what we can do. People don’t have to reinvent the wheel.”

The next text book, the first of a three-part series, will be published

by Pearson, a major text book publisher. Pearson

will work with SEI on getting their curriculum in more colleges and universities.

SEI students are a boost to the local economy. They stay at local motels or bed and breakfasts and also rent rooms from a local lodging list.

They shop locally. And, while it costs a bit more to travel to Paonia, the students fall in love with Paonia soon after arriving. Students go to the local brewery, wineries, orchards and enjoy the biking, hiking and fishing opportunities.

SEI is one of the economic bright spots for Paonia even with their recent restructuring.

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North Fork kids will be passing the mic The North Fork Heart and Soul Project is partnering with KVNF Public Radio to produce the youth storytelling and news corps program “Pass the Mic.” This new initiative, developed at KVNF and sponsored by the Heart & Soul project over the next two years, will strengthen youth involvement in public media by teaching youth the skills of how to produce interviews and stories in a multi-media context.

Fourteen young reporters will be assigned to a “beat” reporting on a North Fork industry, and local high school students

will have the opportunity to share stories about their “heart spots” – places that are special to them and inspire how they see their future life in the valley.

The “Pass the Mic” project is designed to engage youth in their community in a more interactive way; to learn about the local economy and what local jobs entail.

Participants will gain life and work experience, learning about important local issues, civic engagement, community service, public speaking and digital media. Reports will focus on some of the major changes that are

taking place, both locally and nationwide, within the primary industries that support the economy in the North Fork Valley. Reporters will also explore and help identify what makes up the “heart and soul” of the North Fork Valley.

Ali Lightfoot, KVNF’s program director, will coordinate the program, working with the Heart and Soul Project Team.

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the stories of the youth involved, and what they experienced through the process. Ali believes that young reporters “can help to shape a better vision for the future of our valley with the questions they ask.”

“Children are natural storytellers, creative, and tend to have an honest, curious and direct approach when conducting interviews,” says Ali, “these are all qualities that make for great journalism. When children are conducting interviews, they inspire people to think a little deeper about their words and actions.”

KVNF executive director Sally Kane agrees that “there is no one better to report on the future of the valley than those who will be most affected by it: the children.”

The guidelines of a

citizen-based organization, Vision 2020, were used to develop the “Pass the Mic” news beats. Over the past several years, Vision 2020, in conjunction with the valley’s Chambers of Commerce, have initiated a conversation in the communities of Paonia, Hotchkiss, and Crawford about what people in the valley identified with in terms of industries that could be considered economic drivers now and into the future. Five industries or “fields” were identified as important to our heritage and as economic drivers in our valley: energy, agriculture, arts and entertainment, health and wellness and recreation and tourism.

KVNF worked with local schools and organizations in recruiting applicants for the program. The application

process required area youth to write an essay describing a local industry they were familiar with and why they felt the North Fork Valley was unique.

The first group of “Pass the Mic” reporters will begin their work this August and produce radio and video segments through October. A second group of students will be chosen next year for the same time period.

The project will also be memorialized through a creative project that spans the three towns in the valley. Possibly a three-part mural, it will communicate the value of sharing stories across generations. Local artists will be asked to submit concepts for this piece after the conclusion of the second round of “Pass the Mic,” in the fall of 2013.

Book shares Cathy Cheatham’s journey with dyslexia

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Cathy Cheatham of Crawford has written a book on how she now embraces dyslexia as a gift. Something that will always be with her. She aptly titled her book, “I Don’t Say I Can’t Spell Anymore — An Inspiring Journey With Dyslexia.”

It’s a book that made her sixth grade teacher cry tears of joy at Cheatham’s success. Many writers and authors are dyslexic.

Her childhood and adulthood years were filled with too much agonizing over word blindness, difficulty reading and remembering what she read, never wanting to read out loud and having difficulty with math.

Author Cheatham is also a cosmetologist. A workshop instructor once told her, “I don’t know of a single hairdresser who isn’t dyslexic. They have to think in 3-D.” Dyslexia is a gift, Cheatham and others now say. “You are born with it. You rarely see dyslexia without accompanying gifts. These people typically have a high IQ and they think in a different way. These are creative problem solvers.

These are entrepreneurs.

These are architects.

They think, oftentimes, three-dimensionally, so they do a lot,” Cheatham said.

About 20 percent of the population is dyslexic. Research shows the earlier a child receives intervention in kindergarten and first grade, the brain actually changes how is processes information.

That news excited Jan Rogers, a teacher at Crawford School.

She thought she recognized the signs of dyslexia in Cheatham. Four years ago, Rogers asked Cheatham to work with her on the Barton Reading system. Developed by Susan Barton for struggling readers and spellers, it would become the means for Cheatham to improve in reading and spelling in ways she never had been able to before or could even imagine.

Rogers explained, “I really wanted to see inside someone’s brain with dyslexia, and I knew she would be the kind of person who would say, ‘Sure. I’ll let you in there.’”

The 10-unit program has been successful for Cheatham and for students in kindergarten, first and second grades at Crawford. When starting out they have students work with colored tiles without letters. With both children and adults, you start first with just

manipulating sounds.

Rogers said those who have dyslexia can’t discriminate between the sounds. They have an inability to blend, segment and manipulate the sounds.

With the colored tiles, students learn to build the sounds. They then learn to blend in three sounds, and then work to build two words. The first unit works with just three sounds. The tiles are in four colors, two each of blue, red, yellow and green.

In the second unit, tiles with letters are added. “That’s where people start cleaning up sounds,” Rogers said.

Cheatham’s son is 36 years old and she couldn’t say his middle name, Xavier. Once she could, Cheatham said, “The emotion of all that is pretty powerful.”

Rogers said the key is “trying to get the student beyond what [the word] looks like to what it sounds like. That’s where the weakness is.”

Dyslexic spellers and readers do so by memorization. “That’s why it’s hard to catch a dyslexic in kindergarten because the volume of reading isn’t that big. But by third grade, kids with dyslexia start falling through the cracks because the number of vocabulary words memorized gets to be overwhelming. People do it, but they don’t do the reading by decoding the sound. Kids who aren’t dyslexic know to decode words by breaking down the sounds contained in the word. The newer research they have done with functional MRIs shows that it fires in different parts of the brain for a dyslexic and nondyslexic reader,” Rogers explained.

Just seeing the research done by Yale Institute on how things are fired in the brain has helped Cheatham. She didn’t understand before why the back of her head would throb so bad that she would have to stop her lessons. “I couldn’t take more than 45 minutes at a time,” Cheatham said. Each unit averages 10 lessons. It took Cheatham a week to do a lesson.

“We spent more than

3,000 hours on this.

That’s more than she did to become a licensed cosmetologist,” Rogers said.

From Cheatham and their students, the pair began teaching teachers some basic spelling rules and vowel sounds.

While the program is for one-on-one lessons, they have found many teaching strategies that can be used in the classroom which benefit all the students not just those struggling with dyslexia..

Cheatham worked with a first grader last year. The girl’s dad said, “I don’t know what you have done but she walks around the house spelling things and sounding out words.”

A teacher told Cheatham that a boy she tutored was now able to do regular reading and at his grade level.

“I start to cry. You spend that much time with them. It takes two years to get through the first three books. So, I’m working first grade through second grade with them,” Cheatham said. “They are having the victory. It’s really exciting.”

In addition to classroom time, kids are tutored during school hours twice a week for half an hour each.

Rogers and Cheatham want to continue using the program for kids at Crawford school. When Rogers retires from teaching, she would like to do tutoring because there are very few who tutor those with dyslexia on the Western Slope.

Cheatham knows from personal experience just being open helps people to be more comfortable with themselves. “I know how hard it is to be beat up all the time,” she commented.

Copies of Cheatham’s book can be purchased by calling her at 921-5196, contacting her publisher, BookCrafters in Parker, or ordering her book from Amazon.com. The fastest way to find her book on Amazon.com is to search for her name.

For curriculum and information, visit Bright Solutions online at susanbarton.com or www.dysadd.com.

For those parents with children with spelling and reading problems and who are interested in the Crawford School K-2 program, call Jan Rogers at 921-5901.

Cheatham wants parents to know if their child has been labeled lazy or told he isn’t trying hard enough, they need to be more patient and sensitive about their child’s learning. “Be more involved in what they are learning,” she said.

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Wednesday, July 4, 2012

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Under pressure to spray Mosquito board resistant to demands from citizens to spray PRESS RELEASE North Fork Moquito Abatement District

Paonia is seeing an unseasonably intense attack by mosquitoes.

The North Fork Mosquito Abatement District reports receiving many calls from citizens asking or demanding that the district “Do something!” about the mosquito problem.

According to board president Kevin Parks, “Callers seem to generally assume that what is needed is that the District spray poison to kill the mosquitoes. Most callers have seen spray operations in the past, and have the idea that spraying is the reasonable response to this problem.

Our board members have felt tremendous pressure to go along with this idea — to even go against their own judgment — just to relieve some of the pressure being placed on them.”

So far, the board has resisted the pressure to “go along to get along.”

From their evaluation of the pros and cons of spraying, they are convinced that spraying would actually, unquestionably, do more harm than good.

This is not what most callers want to hear, according to Parks. They just want the problem to go away, and it is clear to them that spraying is the answer.

Operations manager Elizabeth Collins

explains that spraying’s most effective benefit is perceptual.

Spraying gives the appearance that the taxpayers are getting some protective action by the district because you can see the fog, you can hear the truck coming for blocks, and it leaves a residual smell. This gives people the false impression that they are protected. However, that’s really misleading.

“In 2006, our area had the highest percapita incidence of West Nile Virus in the state of Colorado. During this outbreak, the district sprayed weekly. What happens is people become complacent because they believe they are safe. Yet the most effective protection is that which you give yourself.

“Fogging has been shown to be not very effective. The problem is that for a mosquito to be killed by the spray, the mosquito has to actually come into physical contact with a droplet of the poison while flying.

“In the laboratory, under perfect conditions — that is, with the mosquitoes sealed into a box — the effective kill rate is only about 50 percent.

When you add trees, walls, or any other obstacle, the kill rate drops dramatically. Around our houses and gardens, and even in our pastures, the mosquitoes have countless places to hide. We’re lucky if even a very small percentage of mosquitoes are killed by spraying.

“On the other hand, bees will be killed by the residual pesticides on flowers. Bees’ bodies are designed to pick up pollen. They’re covered in little hairs. You can

see how they would pick up the leftover pesticide.

The pesticide residue on plants takes days to break down. Meanwhile, the bees are very vulnerable. It’s rather frustrating because that same pesticide residue won’t kill any mosquitoes.”

Another consequence of spraying is that the poison kills off natural predators, which are of tremendous help in controlling mosquito populations. The slight beneficial effect that might be seen from spraying would be more than offset by the reduction of the help we get from natural predators.

Since 2008, the district has used a comprehensive methodology called IPM. Since then, the district has experienced no human cases of West Nile Virus (WNV), according to the State Health Department definition. IPM requires more diligence, time and money, but the results have clearly been worth it.

The district’s technicians visit over 500 known mosquito breeding sites each week. They take many samples at each site, and when mosquito larvae are found, they treat the area with corn kernels that are coated with bacteria that kills mosquito and blackfly larvae, but is harmless to anything else. The bacteria kill all of the mosquito larvae and prevent them from becoming biting adult mosquitoes.

A team of dedicated local citizens regularly sets and collects mosquito traps placed around the 50 square miles of the district. Other volunteers sort and count the mosquitoes caught in the

traps, then send those that can potentially carry disease to by the State Health Department for WNV testing.

This season, several of these tests have indicated that the virus is already in the mosquito population. Without the trapping, there would have been no report of WNV in the area until a person came down with the disease.

You may ask, “If IPM is so effective, why do we still have so many mosquitoes right now?”

One reason is that the river level has dropped far below normal for this time of year. This has created many pools of shallow, stagnant water in unpredictable places.

These pools are perfect places for what are called flood-plain mosquitoes to hatch. Although these mosquitoes do not carry WNV, they are aggressive biters. Technicians search the river and creeks as part of their weekly routes, and are continuing to find new breeding sites.

Another reason is that the hot weather makes mosquitoes go through their life cycle, from egg to adult, much more quickly.

Since district technicians can get to each site only once a week, sometimes adult mosquitoes can emerge between visits.

Of course, a major issue is that some places that are irrigated have standing water for more days at a time than it takes for mosquitoes to go from egg to adult. Unless irrigated areas are allowed to dry out every few days, it’s a serious challenge for the district to keep up with the mosquitoes breeding in irrigated fields and

Music series a success The Blue Sage Center for the Arts announces a series of summer classical music concerts to end its inaugural season in collaboration with the Aspen Music Festival to celebrate the Spirit of Strings.

The series will begin on Saturday, July 14, with a concert featuring works for cello and piano with cellist and Aspen Music Festival faculty member, Darrett Adkins and pianist and Blue Sage Artist in Residence, Susan Ellinger. The series will end on Wednesday, Aug.15, with a performance by a

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Darrett Adkins

string quartet from the Aspen Music Festival and School’s Advanced String Quartet Program. Both concerts will take place at

Paonia’s Blue Sage Center for the Arts and start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.

The Blue Sage Classical Music Series’ successful first season boasted sold out concerts, a master class with soprano Shana Blake Hill, opportunities to attend open dress rehearsals, and a monthly radio program on KVNF about classical music.

Executive Director Annette Pretorius, along with Susan Ellinger, has already lined up the 20122013 season. The second season will feature six main event concerts, family matinees and a series subscription model. Featured artists will include pianist Susan Ellinger, and returning artists soprano Shana Blake Hill, violinist Julie Henson,

July 13 is deadline for fair pre-entries Reminder – July 13 is the deadline to submit open class livestock pre-entry forms, and all 4-H and FFA pre-entry forms for the 2012 Delta County Fair. Pre-entry forms must be received at the Delta County Extension Office, located at 525 Dodge Street in Delta, by the close of business (5 p.m.) on July 13, and must be complete and have all required signatures to be accepted. Entries will not

be accepted after 5 p.m.

July 13. Entries may be mailed in, but must be received, not postmarked,

by July 13.

Pre-entry forms are available now and may be picked up at the Delta Extension Office between the hours of 8 a.m. and noon, and 1 and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information, contact the Delta County Extension Office at 8742195.

Silent art of mine comes to the Blue Sage

BY ANNETTE PRETORIUS Special to the DCI

The Blue Sage Center for the Arts invites area residents to join international award winning Mime Theater Artist, Rick Wamer, for a two-week workshop of learning the silent art of mime. Students will explore the basics of creating illusion, ensemble performance techniques, physical comedy and performance styles used in the beloved and entertaining art of the theater.

The workshop will culminate in a live performance with Rick Wamer.

Wamer began to study mime at the Goldston and Johnson School for Mimes in Gambier, Ohio, and continued his pursuit participating in Marcel Marceau’s U.S. seminars, later assisting Marceau in future seminars.

Wamer was the winner of the Grand Prize for Master Performance at the Skope, Macedonia Mime and Physical Theater Festival of 2008, Panphys, and has been invited to return to perform in the 2013 Festival. For the past eight years, Rick has served as artistic director of the Youth Mime Semi-

nars at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio and has co-directed Theatrical Mime Theatre in Tucson for close to a decade.

Classes will begin on Wednesday, July 11, and continue through Friday, July 20. All classes will be held at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts and cost $175. The class schedule is: ages 9-12, 911 a.m., ages 13-17, 122:30 p.m.; and ages 18+, 3-5 p.m.

For more questions, or more information, contact the Blue Sage Center at www.bluesage.org or by calling 527-7243.

and Cellist Alan Henson.

The Aspen Music Festival artists will also be returning in the summer of 2013. The first concert of the 2012/13 season will feature Denver’s Queen City Ragtime Band performing outdoors at Fresh ‘n Wyld and the holiday season will bring a special performance of the Nutcracker Suite with dancers the second weekend of December.

The Blue Sage Center would like to thank its generous sponsors of the classical series as well as those whose contributions enabled the purchase of the Schimmel semi-concert grand piano which now resides in the concert hall as a community resource.

The Schimmel 213 acquisition has made the planning and execution of a regionally acclaimed classical concert series possible. Future plans for the music program at the Blue Sage Center include music classes and educational outreach into local schools and a continuation of master classes by visiting artists.

gardens. Any help that you can give in allowing irrigated land to dry out regularly will make a difference.

The North Fork Mosquito Abatement District is eager and committed to choosing the response that will be of the greatest benefit to the health

of the community. The board members take seriously the trust placed in them to do not just what will put the least pressure on them personally, but what will be the most responsible way to honor the trust placed in them when they were placed on the board.

Christian Science Society, Delta welcomes you to our Church Services.

Our Pastor is the Bible and the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures,

by Mary Baker Eddy.

Our mission is to “commemorate the word and works of our Master [Christ Jesus] which should reinstate primitive Christianity and its lost element of healing.” (Mary Baker Eddy)

Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m. (children up to age 20) Wednesday Testimony Meeting 7:00 p.m.

For online lectures covering personal health, community and global topics go to christianscience.com.

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AGRICULTURE

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Beware of toxic whorled milkweed

BY WEBB CALLICUTT Delta County Weed Program

Western whorled milkweed (Asclepias subverticillata) is currently blooming in Delta County.

It is most common in the North Fork and Surface Creek areas. This plant is very toxic. If cut and

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dried with hay, it can be fatal to cows and horses.

White flowers and milky latex sap identify this perennial species. It reproduces by seeds and horizontal underground roots. This herbaceous perennial is common along roadsides, ditchbanks, in pastures, hay fields. Colonies spread by seeds or underground rootstalks that are not disturbed during tillage practices.

The milky latex sap that exudes when plants are cut or grazed is not palatable to livestock.

Control by pulling is only short term. The plant will return the next season. Effective herbicides are Tordon, dicamba (Banvel, Oracle, Clar-

ity) with any 2-4-d amine product. Mix 1 oz. of each product into 1 gal. water with a surfactant. Tordon RTU, no license required, is effective. Glyphosphate products work but are non-selective and will kill surrounding vegetation.

Webb Callicutt is the Delta County Weed Program coordinator and can be contacted at 872-3090 or wcallicutt@deltacounty. com. E-mail gets quickest response.

More information about whorled milkweed and other weeds in Delta County including photos can be found at www. deltacounty.com. Press the Weed Program tab under Services.

4-H Club report The Rocky Mountain 4H Club in Hotchkiss has been very busy this spring and summer with community service projects and fund raising activities.

During the sheep dog trials in May, the club had a garage sale in Hotchkiss by donation. It was a success for the families donating goods and those that were able to find a treasure to take home. The Cloverbuds from our club also did a lemonade stand that was welcome relief for all the people walking around in high heat during the sheep dog trials.

Early in June the club was able to help out with the trash pick up during the Ride the Rockies that came through and stayed at Hotchkiss K-8 school. It was a unique opportunity for our club.

Recently we were asked by the Elks Club in Hotchkiss to help with their National Flag Ceremony on Flag Day, June 14. It was an experience many never get to see.

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We learned all Elks Clubs around the U.S. participate each year in this ceremony, what an honor to be part of this.

Thank you to all in our community that have supported us this spring in all these great activities! See you at the county fair in August!

Tiffany Clock Club reporter

Photo courtesy Carol Schott

Lamborn Mountain Farmstead will be open for farm tours on Sunday, July 8, in conjunction with the Colorado Lavender Festival and Paonia’s Cherry Days.

The tour will showcase the versatility of lavender. For information call James and Carol Schott at 527-5105.

Paonia lavender farm offers tour on July 8 As part of the 2012 Colorado Lavender Festival July 6-8 in Palisade, Lamborn Mountain Farmstead, 42229 Lamborn Mesa Road, will be open for farm tours from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 8. Hosted by James and Carol Schott, the tour includes samples of lavender goat milk ice cream, a you-pick of lav-

ender bouquets, and a distiller used to extract essential oils from the plants will be on display.

Visitors can check out the farmstead animals, including goats, highland cattle and chickens.

Lavender plants and a variety of lavender products will be available.

Other lavender farms open for self-guided

tours Sunday include Sunny Acres, 8456 2100 Road in Austin (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), and Dayspring Farm, 5184 6000 Road in Olathe (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

For a full schedule of Lavender Festival events and other farms, wineries and distillers hosting tours, visit Colorado lavender.org.

Sweet treat with any meal Each month, the Colorado Department of Agriculture features a different commodity to highlight the variety and quality of products grown, raised or processed in the state. This month, Colorado sweet corn is featured.

Ranking seventh in the nation for sweet corn production, Colorado annually harvests 7,000 acres that produce more than 100 million pounds of sweet corn. Sweet corn is low in fat, sodium free and is a good source of Vitamin C. Did you know? The average ear of corn has 800 kernels, arranged in 16 rows. There is one piece of silk for each kernel.

Colorado Corn and Bacon Salsa Chef Jason K. Morse, C.E.C., Executive Chef, Douglas County School District 5 ears sweet corn 4 tbsp. butter, melted Kosher or sea salt to taste

Ground black pepper to taste 1 red onion 3 Fresno peppers or red jalapenos 12 pieces thick bacon 1 tbsp. garlic, puree 1/2 cup pinto beans, rinsed 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed 1 cup tomato sauce 2 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. dark chili powder Lime juice to taste 4 tbsp. cilantro, chopped, no stems Peel the husk back on the corn, do not tear off, and remove the silk.

Brush each ear of corn

with melted butter and season with the salt and pepper. Replace the husk on the corn.

On medium heat on outdoor grill, grill the corn with the husk on until tender. Remove the husk and continue grilling until the corn starts to show grill marks, then remove from the heat and allow to cool.

Cook the Fresno peppers on the grill until well roasted, remove, cool and dice.

Split the red onion in half, brush with butter and season with salt and pepper. Grill both halves of the red onion until well

cooked then remove, cool and dice.

Cook the bacon in a skillet until fully cooked then remove, cool and chop.

Once the corn is cooled, trim the niblets from the ear and place into a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients, except the bacon, lime juice and cilantro. Mix well and season to taste then add the lime juice and cilantro and mix well. Add the bacon and mix. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serves 8-10.

Visit online at www. coloradoagriculture.com for a complete list of recipes.

Pollinator habitats now accepted for CRP Colorado’s USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director Trudy Kareus announced that

pollinator habitats, which support a variety of pollinator species, will now be accepted as a Continuous Sign-up Conservation Reserve Program (CCRP) practice.

Pollinator habitats are areas of permanent vegetation located in an agricultural landscape: field edges, field middles, odd corners, or any agricultural location that is suitable for establishing pollinator habitat.

Pollinators provide a very important ecological service. Approximately three quarters of all flowering plants rely upon external assistance to pollinate their flowers. In addition to agricultural crops such as fruits and many vegetables, these plants include seed producing wildflowers, fruit producing shrubs and nut producing trees which provide a source of food for many wildlife species.

Participants of newly enrolled pollinator habitat practices are eligible to receive a $150 CRP

Sign-up Incentive Payment (SIP) per acre. The following practices qualify for the $150 SIP: • Pollinator habitats; • Wetland restoration and wetland restoration (non-floodplain) practice which restores the functions and values of wetland ecosystems that have been devoted to agricultural use; and • Habitat buffers for upland birds practice which provides food and cover for quail and upland birds in cropland areas.

The SIP for all other continuous sign-up practices remains unchanged at $100 per acre.

Continuous CRP signup allows participants to submit offers for selected CCRP practices to enroll in CRP at anytime instead of waiting for a General CRP sign-up period.

For more information on Pollinator Habitats in Continuous CRP, contact your local FSA Office or visit the web site at www. fsa.usda.gov.

Good food and good friends For the last two years our Prairie Rangers 4-H Club members have gone to Tayshen Automotive to support Robert Shenold and Jami Taylor’s annual customer appreciation barbecue. This was their fifth anniversary and they have averaged serving 125 people each year. Not only does Tayshen Automotive have great customer relationships, they also have a good working partnership with the local NAPA dealer. This

year NAPA provided the delicious food and entertaining cooks.

What a way to give back to your customers and community! Our 4-H members enjoyed chatting with customers as they made their way through the food line and while sitting in the shade. We all had such a great time. We can’t wait until next year! Mark your calendars!

Kaitlyn Toothaker Club reporter

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What’s happening at your library?

The Delta County Libraries offer many educational and entertaining activities and events for you and your family to enjoy. If you want to know what else your library is offering, please contact the library or visit the Delta County Libraries website at www.delta libraries.org. Check out these summer reading programs: Moon Walk at Rivendell Retreat Everyone is invited to the nighttime guided nature walk at Rivendell Retreat on Redlands Mesa. Sunday, July 29, at 8 p.m. Contact your local Library for information or visit Delta County Libraries website at www. deltalibraries.org.

Stargazing Party Black Canyon Astronomical Society Everyone is invited to the Stargazing Party with the Black Canyon Astronomical Society at the Delta Public Library.

Tuesday, July 10, from 8 to 11 p.m.

Cedaredge Kids Summer Reading Program - Reading at the Stolte Shed.

Thursday, July 5, at 1 p.m.

Genealogy. “Who’s Who in Whoville.” The Delta Family History Center will be presenting at our regular genealogy meeting on Friday, July 6, at 10:30 a.m.

Teen Summer Reading Program - Worldwide Tales from the Crypt. Learn about

crypts from around the world. Wednesday, July 11, at 6 p.m.

Kids Summer Reading Program - Turn on the Northern Lights.

Thursday, July 12, at 1 p.m. at the Stolte Shed.

Computer Class.

Come and learn how to do photo editing and web albums. Friday, July 13, at 10:30 a.m. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Teens Summer Reading Program - Catch a Thief. You be the CSI. Solve the library crime.

Wednesday, July 18, at 6 p.m.

Kids Summer Reading Program - Explore the Moon. Make your own moon rock! Thursday, July 19, at 1 p.m. at the Stolte Shed.

Tech Soup Computer Day. Bring your computer questions every Saturday in July from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 for details.

Storytimes.

Baby, tot and preschooler storytimes are Thursdays starting at 10:30 a.m.

For more information, contact the library at 8563518.

Crawford One-On-One Computer Tutor. Crawford Library is now offering one-on-one computer help.

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

Kids, Tweens, and Teens Summer Reading Program - Camp-

fire Songs and Stories.

A real campfire with s’mores and more! Friday, July 6, at 8 p.m.

Kids Summer Reading Program - Turn on the Night Lights. Aurora Borealis, also known as the northern lights, is a natural occurring phenomenon that lights up the sky. Wednesday, July 11, at 10:30 a.m.

Teens Summer Reading Program - Midnight Madness Jeopardy.

Thursday, July 12, at 4 p.m.

Facebook for Fogies.

Learn about social networking and surprise your grandkids! Friday, July 13, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Kids Summer Reading Program - Explore the Moon. Explore the moon and make your own moon rock! Wednesday, July 18, at 10:30 a.m.

Tweens and Teens Summer Reading Program - Tales from the Crypt. Learn about crypts from around the world. Thursday, July 19, at 4 p.m.

Storytimes. Baby and tot storytimes are Thursdays starting at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes on Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. cancelled for June and July due to the summer reading program.

Contact Crawford Library at 921-3500 for details.

Delta Teen Summer Reading Program - Movie Night. Come and see this epic adventure movie for all ages from legendary director Steven Spielberg Thursday, July 5, at 2

p.m.

Adult Basic Computer Classes. Classes on Tuesday, July 10 and July 17, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Teen Summer Reading Program - To Catch a Thief! Join us and try out your detective skills Thursday, July 12, at 2 p.m.

Adult Intermediate Computer Classes.

Classes on Thursday, July 12 and July 19, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Teens Summer Reading Program - America’s Next Top Monster.

A fashion show for monsters! Thursday, July 19 at 2 p.m.

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

For information, call the library at 874-9630.

Hotchkiss Baby Sign Language.

Are you interested in learning baby sign language and practicing with others? Every Monday in July at 1 p.m. Contact the Hotchkiss Library at 8724153 to sign up.

One-on-One Computer Help. Anytime during open hours.

Teen Summer Reading Program. Wednesdays in July at 4 p.m.

Closed for July 4 holiday.

Kids Summer Reading Program. Tuesdays in July at 2 p.m.

Storytime Stew.

Thursdays in July at 10:30 a.m.

Basic Computer Class. Friday, July 6, at 10:30 a.m. Contact Hotchkiss Library at 8725153 to sign up.

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

For more information,

contact the library at 8724153.

Paonia Teen Summer Reading Program - Movie Night. Come and see a scary movie set in a medieval village where a werewolf has been terrorizing everyone. Thursday, July 5, from 4 to 6 p.m.

Write On! Local winning authors read from their works at the Blue Sage. Co-sponsored by the library. Thursday, July 5, at 6:30 p.m.

Friends of the Paonia Library Book Sale. Saturday, July 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come to the book presale on July 6 from 1 to 5 p.m.

Book Crafts. Learn to make things out of old books. Friday, July 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Kids Summer Reading Program - Turn on the Nightlights.

Wednesday, July 11, from 1 to 2 p.m.

Teen Summer Reading Program - Campfires and Comets.

Thursday, July 12, from 4 to 6 p.m.

Music in the Amphitheater by local musicians. Come join us on Thursday evenings in July from 6 to 8 p.m. Mike

Gwinn performs on July 12, Russ Chapman takes the stage on July 19, and Juliana Weiser ends the summer music series on July 26. Contact Paonia Library at 527-3470 for details.

Storytimes.

Baby, tot and preschooler storytimes are Tuesdays starting 10 a.m. Contact Paonia Library at 5273470.

Drop in to rec center for pickle ball Bill Heddles Recreation Center now has drop-in times for pickleball. Come try out America’s fastest growing lifetime sport!

Pickleball combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis, and is placed with a hard paddle and a whiffle-type ball. Drop-in times are Tuesday/Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. and Wednesday/ Friday from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Bill Heddles tennis courts. For rental and court time please see the front desk attendant.

For more information, call the rec center at 8740923.

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In 1926, Consolidated Finance was established to help local residents who found themselves short of cash. The gentlemen customers brought in their guns as collateral — Consolidated wouldn’t take their wives or horses!

During World War II in 1942, the company opened a used car lot. A business needs to be willing to adapt to survive, and Consolidated has responded to the economic downturn by embracing the used car business and focusing on providing super clean, safe and reliable pre-owned cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. Financing is no longer an option, but auto sales manager April Wilson works closely with her customers and local banks to find the best financing terms for each sale.

Check out the inventory at 620 Main Street in Delta or visit CFC-Delta.com. Don’t see what you’re looking for?

April will try to locate a vehicle that will fit your needs, whether you’re looking for a family car or a classic automobile. Consolidated also accepts trade-ins and consignments, or will buy

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Delta is buzzing about CB’s Carrie Boyd donned a bright yellow-and-black bumblebee costume to celebrate the grand opening of CB’s Tavern with her mother and co-owner, Cathy Boyd. “Eat, drink and be happy,” Carrie said after thanking her staff (also pictured) and those who have helped work out the kinks in the operation since CB’s opened several weeks ago. The tavern is located at 334 Main Street in the historic Stockham Building. During renovation, the Boyds took pains to preserve and enhance the building’s historic features, including the tin ceiling and brick walls. The tavern opens daily at 11 a.m.

Steps taken to lower state unemployment rates Gov. John Hickenlooper and Treasurer Walker Stapleton announced Monday that a bond sale last week will lower unemployment costs for Colorado’s businesses by up to $120 per employee and help restore solvency to the state’s unemployment insurance system.

“This bond issue will reduce unemployment insurance costs to employers while simultaneously maintaining the level of benefits available to Colorado’s unemployed workers,” Hickenlooper said. “Today’s announcement is a good example of how pursuing efficiency and effectiveness in government can help create a more business-friendly environment.”

Colorado employers pay into the state Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund, which has struggled for financial stability since the recession of 2002, causing employers to be hit with extra surcharges. The recession of

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your well-maintained used car or truck. Your consigned vehicle will be marketed for free on the Internet and displayed on Consolidated’s secure downtown lot. You can get what you want for your vehicle, and Consolidated takes the mark-up — a win-win scenario for both parties.

April tries to price all the used vehicles on Consolidated’s lot below book, and she thoroughly researches each

2008 significantly worsened the problem, and the fund’s negative balance reached an excess of $600 million.

“Colorado employers have been hit by a one-two punch from a deep and lingering recession coupled with higher unemployment costs that accompany tough economic times,” Stapleton said. “Having an insolvent unemployment trust fund raises those already high costs to employers.

Our action provides direct and substantial relief to job creators and gets the fund back on a more solid footing.”

To erase a negative balance in the state Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund, proceeds from a new bond issue will be put toward the fund. This will eliminate additional solvency surcharges that have been assessed to Colorado employers since 2004, contributing to overall employer savings from $20 to up to

vehicle, keeping an eye out for frame damage, replacement parts and other signs that a vehicle might not be as reliable as it appears.

Many customers and dealers are surprised at April’s automotive knowledge. She formerly worked as an oil and lube technician and at one time owned 16 Camaros. It was during liquidation of those vehicles that she became licensed as a dealer.

A self-proclaimed “Camaro nut,” April Wilson says this Camaro Z28 convertible is super clean and lots of fun to drive.

It’s priced at just $9,500.

$120 per worker beginning next year.

The bond issue that totaled $640 million in proceeds, executed through the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, was made possible through bipartisan legislation, HB12S-1002 “Unemployment Insurance Revenue Bonds,” sponsored this year by Reps. Larry Liston and Daniel Pabon and Sen. Cheri Jahn. The bonds will be repaid by businesses over time, and the costs to Colorado businesses will be significantly lower than if the fund were allowed to continue to run at a negative balance.

A fact sheet about the changes has been created by the state and is available at www.coloradoui. gov. The fact sheet will be mailed to Colorado employers and e-mailed to employers in the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment database.

“I like to drive,” she said.

“I like fast cars, good stereos, and quality tires.”

She also enjoys supporting other small businesses in Delta like Kwiki Tire, Big O Tires and Mill Street Motors.

Stop by to take a look at a few of the great deals on the lot at the corner of 6th and Main: • A 1982 classic Chevy Corvette with a T-top and leather interior, priced at just $14,200.

• A 2006 Toyota Camry with a four-cylinder engine that offers great gas mileage, just reduced to $11,000.

• A 2001 Dodge 2500 4x4 diesel with a sport bed.

April says it’s never been chipped, lifted or equipped with a gooseneck hitch.

• A 2004 Ford King Ranch F350 in immaculate condition. Four-wheel drive, a leather interior, BMW turnover ball and air ride suspension make this pickup a steal at $15,500.

Consolidated Finance is open 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Monday-Friday and is located at 620 Main Street in Delta. Learn more by calling 874-3012 or visiting www.

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dle hundreds of calls,” Cox explained. “With an engaged and informed membership and community helping us, DMEA can still maintain a relatively high level of service even while under the fire prevention status.”

DMEA will return to normal operating procedures as soon as public agencies indicate that the risk of fire has substantially abated.

“Although DMEA has excellent system reliability, members should always be prepared for infrequent, but inevitable power outages caused by weather, wild life, cars hitting poles, and other causes,” said Cox. “We ask for our members’ patience and assistance as we reduce fire risk and hopefully get through this period of extraordinary fire hazards unscathed.”

“Be Prepared! DMEA reminds members Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and ice storms have knocked out power in certain areas across the U.S. for extended periods, sometimes as long as several days. The fires devastating some communities in Colorado are a reminder that we should be prepared for a natural or other disaster that causes an extended power outage.

These outages can be especially dangerous for members who rely on electricity to power needed medical equipment.

DMEA advises all such members to make an emergency contingency plan to be prepared for a lengthy outage. Regardless of your health, all members should be prepared with an emergency preparedness kit.

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Fire poses a risk to DMEA’s system, particularly during this extremely dry and hot period.

“We’re modifying our procedures to further reduce the risk that our equipment could cause a fire,” said Doug Cox, DMEA’s operations manager. “This may increase the time before power is restored after an outage in some cases, but it’s best for our community and the members we serve. Many people in other areas in Colorado are suffering tragic losses because of wildfires. All of us need to do whatever we can to prevent fires during this critical time.”

Thousands of memberowners of other electric cooperatives are being impacted by the wildfires raging in Colorado, New Mexico and other states.

Co-op line crews are working hard to replace hundreds of power poles and meters and many miles of line that were burned. In one instance, fire burned to within 50 feet of one substation before it was contained, according to Electric Coop Today.

DMEA’s “Fire Prevention Mode” places certain restrictions on how the automated equipment and line crews respond to inevitable power outages. This special mode of operations greatly reduces the risk of a fire being started by electrical equipment, but it does come at a cost: DMEA members who may have grown accustomed to a low frequency of relatively short outages, may find that power outages that would have been a blink under normal con-

ditions may last much longer than under normal conditions.

This is because of a greater need for human involvement to restore power. For example, under normal circumstances, a line-faulted condition can often be restored by an automatic line closing device which would simply reclose a circuit after a short time after the initial interruption. This is why many outages can be resolved in a matter of seconds.

Under the “fire prevention” procedure, that same interruption would require the deployment of an actual line crew to the site. The restoration of power, in this case, would include preparation, travel, investigation, and equipment repair and/or other problem-solving measures. Outage times, under this special fire prevention status, may be measured in hours.

In times like these, DMEA staff relies even more heavily upon member reports to assess the status of power lines and equipment. In many cases, a single phone call can save hours of searching. DMEA asks members who observe anything that seems out of the ordinary concerning power lines or power equipment to: 1) First and foremost– stay clear of the area in question; 2) Please call DMEA’s main line at 1-877-6873632 to report the situation.

“I encourage our members to call in when they see something they believe should be brought to our attention and to not assume that someone else has already called in the problem,” said Cox. “Members don’t need to worry about flooding DMEA’s phone lines. Our automated phone system is designed to han-

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Cedaredge woman granted waiver for her four dogs

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

The Cedaredge Town Board granted a waiver to the community’s three-dog-limit on June 21 by giving Laura Stevens permission to keep four dogs on her property at 270 SW 12th.

The four dogs are clean, don’t bark, have aroused no complaints from the neighborhood, and “are part of the family,” Stevens told the trustees asking “please” that she be allowed to keep the animals.

The trustees agreed to the waiver request with stipulations that there be no complaints about the animals, that they receive proper veterinary care, and that they all be licensed by the town.

In other business during their June 21 meeting, the Cedaredge town board dealt with the following matters: • The town plans to spray for mosquitoes prior to the Little Britches Rodeo, it was

announced.

• A public works department report indicated that piping or other improvements work to the Alfalfa Ditch (also called Deer Creek) through the golf course development is a possibility.

• Trustees discussed a proposal for grant writing services from Wayne Wolf, a former county commissioner doing business as Sonshine Consulting. The proposal is to apply for grants for improvements on West Main Street.

• Trustees discussed an architectural design proposal for improvements to High Country Park.

• Trustees adopted an “emergency ordinance” that will allow participants at farmers markets and other multi-vendor events to operate under a “premises” business license of the property owners where events are staged.

• Trustees ratified a $18,810 contract with Buckhorn GeoTech for consulting services on Westador street improvements.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Rolling along A side roll water line helps keep Delta County agriculture in business and productive during recent hot and rainless weather, as seen near Cedaredge.

Still time to enter Water conveyance parade, get booth Orchard City pulls plug on requiring space There is still time for interested organizations to sign up for the Little Britches Parade which will be held on July 14.

Registration forms are available at Food Town and the Cedaredge Chamber of Commerce office at 245 West Main Street.

Those organizations that enter will gather on NW Cedar Street to line up in their position in the parade at 11:30 a.m. The parade route will be NW Cedar to NW 5th Street; South to Main, and East on Main to 2nd Street; then South on 2nd Street to 2nd Avenue where it will end.

The Surface Creek Lions Club will be having their annual cookout at the Lions shelter in Town Park.

Non-profit organizations interested in setting up a booth in the park to sell their products may do so at no charge, but approval is needed. To reserve a booth space, you will need to contact Bill Miller at 856-6153.

Other activities planned include a street dance, sponsored by the chamber, on Saturday, July 14, in downtown Cedaredge.

This parade is sponsored by the Lions Club, supported by the Little Britches Organization and the Cedaredge Area Chamber of Commerce.

developers to bring their own water

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

A former trustee’s presentation to the Orchard City Town Board during constituent time June 13 sparked public discussion of trustee thinking on water conveyance.

The town board was considering, and finally adopted, an ordinance eliminating Orchard City’s water conveyance policy. Since 2004 the policy has required that subdividers creating new lots give the town suitable raw water for treatment to serve those lots. (Cash payments in lieu of water have also been accepted to fulfill the requirement.)

Former trustee Gary Tharp told the board he is opposed to repeal the conveyance ordinance. He was a town trustee when the measure was adopted. Tharp engaged the trustees in a discussion and made the point that Orchard City’s water system and its supply reserves have been built up by the people of the town and belong to them.

People creating new demand on the water system “need to bring water,” Tharp said.

“People who come here need to bring their water with them” and not expect to take from what the townspeople have acquired over the years, he explained. Orchard City residents should expect to get their 30,000 gallons per month “minimum” without suffering a cut to provide water for others in a dry year, Tharp told the trustees. “Orchard City residents should be getting their 30,000 gallons, no matter what,” Tharp said.

The issue goes back at least to 2002, a bad drought year when the town’s domestic water supplies were threatened.

Tharp has explained in the past how during 2002 the town had to go and “beg for water from farmers” to keep its domestic utility supplied.

The Orchard City Town Board that was elected in 2004 took office in an atmosphere of a strong public anti-growth sentiment.

Approval of new subdivisions in Orchard City (mostly land splits) had raised concern that the town’s rural character and quality of life were at risk by “housing boom” newcomers. In addition, water restrictions were adopted due to drought conditions.

The same anti-growth and water shortage fears were also being strongly felt by residents in the unincorporated area of the county.

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concerns of 10 years ago, a number of the county’s private domestic water systems imposed restrictions of their own, including tap moratoriums. Some believed the moratoriums were intended as a barrier to new development.

The county government launched an effort to create a database of private water systems including their available supply and service capacities.

Whether Orchard City’s water conveyance policy was intended as an anti-growth measure can be argued either way. It was accompanied by tap fee increases and rate hikes. Current town trustee Craig Fuller, who was also on that 2004 board, said at the July 13 meeting that water conveyance was intended to compensate the water utility for impacts from growth; conveyance may have “indirectly controlled growth,” he said.

Fuller and other current town trustees have noted that Orchard City’s water conveyance policy has created upward pressure on the price of irrigation water.

“It helped keep the price of water high,” Fuller said. “By doing what we did, it sort of dictated what happened next” as other area water providers followed Orchard City’s lead in water conveyance and price hikes for water utility services.

Trustee Gale Doudy said

that he favors the idea of water conveyance. But on June 13 he voted to repeal the ordinance because “I just don’t have an answer for the question,” he said referring to the upward pressure on water prices the policy is said to have caused.

Trustee Jimmie Boyd said that the town’s water situation today is much different than it was in 2002-04. He explained the town has more water today; the town can use non-municipal water for domestic supply in emergencies; the Grand Mesa Water Conservancy District holds municipal decree water in reserve; and system improvements like the Ward Creek diversion and the West Side main line have effectively increased supply.

Tharp pointed out that in a bad dry year that supply thought to be there can disappear. He thinks the town’s 15 shares of Surface Creek Ditch and Reservoir stock are inadequate because “they yield less in a dry year.

You need as much water as you can get,” Tharp told the trustees.

Other points brought out during the discussion were that the town currently has 177 feet of reservoir water, and that the town used 125 feet of its reservoir water in 2002; as of June 13, the town was processing two c.f.s. per day through its treatment plant.

Orchard City to build water acquisition fund

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

June monsoon The type of cumulus cloud formations over Grand Mesa that many weather watchers associate with the mid to late summer southwest monsoon appeared last month, raising hopes for rain relief from drought conditions.

The town board in Orchard City plans to continue building up its water supply acquisition fund even as it ends the policy of requiring water conveyance. (See related story above.)

As part of the trustees’ action on June 13 eliminating water conveyance, they adopted a new rule stating that $2,500 be taken out of proceeds from every new tap sold, and that the money be placed in a separate fund for use to acquire new, raw water supply. The $2,500 is not a new charge on water taps; it is money out of water tap proceeds the town is directing to a special fund for acquiring water supply.

The town’s former water conveyance policy had stipulated that in lieu of delivering actual water to the town to serve newly created lots, subdividers could instead pay the town a $2,500 “water

acquisition fee” for each lot created. Though the town’s action has not changed the price of its tap fees, it will have the effect of lowering the cost of a tap fee by eliminating the conveyance requirement. Some trustees have expressed a view that eliminating the conveyance requirement might encourage some new water tap sales, which have been virtually non-existent since the 2007 “housing bust.”

In another water policy change adopted on June 13 that could boost tap sales, the town board repealed a requirement that water taps be sold only with the purchase of a building permit. A building permit is no longer required to buy a water tap if, for instance, someone wants water for livestock or landscaping.

The move essentially reinstates an agricultural water tap policy which had been dropped from regulations dur-

ing the many water policy changes in Orchard City during recent years.

In other business at their June 13 meeting, the Orchard City Town Board dealt with the following matters: • Payment of $1,110 for half the materials in the Wyatt Pipeline upgrade project was approved. The town will take the out-of-town private pipeline into its utility system when upgrades are completed and certified to town specs.

• Trustees approved final payment of $21,666 to the Garden Center for construction of the Centennial Park at Town Hall. Money for the project comes to the town from Colorado Lottery proceeds and are restricted to parks and outdoor recreation uses.

• The board approved a preliminary plan for the Cavalier subdivision, a parcel split into two lots of 7.9 acres and 2.1 acres.

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Grand Mesa bear management plan released for review

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

On NW Cedar County road department crews completed a new oiling project last week on NW Cedar between Happy Hollow Road and NW 9th.

The draft plan for black bear management on the Grand Mesa will be available on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website from July 1-31. By providing them online, the public will have the opportunity to provide written comments regarding several possible population objectives and management strategies for the bear population in Game Management Units 41, 42, 421, 52, 411, 521, 53 and 63.

The area, also known as Data Analysis Unit B17, includes portions of Mesa, Garfield, Delta, Gunnison, and Montrose Counties.

The draft management plan was developed with both research and information compiled by Colorado Parks

and Wildlife, and with public input gathered at four presentations held by the agency in May 2012. Attendees were given the opportunity to offer comments through a survey after they heard details about the historic status of bears on the Grand Mesa, including current population estimates.

“Colorado Parks and Wildlife always seeks the public’s input to develop management plans,” said Stephanie Duckett, terrestrial biologist. “We blend societal concerns with science and biology to ensure we manage our wildlife with the public’s support.”

Before the final management plan is written, Colorado Parks and Wildife hopes to gather additional public input

through the July 31 deadline.

To find the draft management plan go to www. wildlife.state.co.us, click on the “Hunting” tab, then click on “Big Game” on the left-hand menu, then scroll down and select “Herd Management Plans” and scroll to the bottom of the page.

Written comments must be received by 5 p.m., July 31, and can be mailed to: Stephanie Duckett, 711 Independent Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501.

Printed copies of the plan will also be available at the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Northwest Region office at the above address.

For additional information or general questions, call 970-255-6100.

4-H invitational shoot a great success The annual Delta County 4-H Invitational Shoot was held on Saturday, June 30, at the Delta County 4-H Range in Eckert. Eighty-seven 4-H’ers from throughout the Western Slope participated in the event.

Shooters from Delta, Montrose, Mesa, Garfield and Montezuma counties participated.

The Delta County 4H Shooting Sports Council, sponsor of this event, would like to thank all the 4-H leaders and parents who so graciously donated their time to organizing this youth

event!

Placings are as follows: Air Pistol 10-Meter– Junior 1) Cameron Brown, Mesa County.

Air Pistol 10-Meter– Intermediate 1) William Shaner, Garfield County; 2) Brandon Ness, Delta County; 3) Duncan Campbell, Delta County; 4) Kiersten Brown, Mesa County; and 5) Samantha Ingalls, Mesa County.

Air Pistol 10-Meter– Senior 1) Clayton Voytilla, Mesa County; 2) Andrew

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Air Rifle–25-Foot Utility–Junior 1) Matt Casto, Mesa County; and 2) Dustin Young, Montrose County.

Air Rifle–25-Foot Utility–Intermediate 1) William Shaner, Garfield County; 2) Arica Massey, Mesa County; 3) Donovan Hills, Garfield County; and 4) Duncan Campbell, Delta County.

Air Rifle–25-Foot Utility–Senior 1) Clayton Voytilla, Garfield County; and 2) John Tull, Mesa County.

Air Rifle–10M 4-Position Sporter– Intermediate 1) Arica Massey, Mesa County; and 2) Dale Young, Mesa County.

Air Rifle–10M 4-Position Sporter– Senior 1) Joseph Kingen, Garfield County; 2) Emily Johnson, Delta County; and 3) Andrew Ness, Delta County.

Air Rifle–10M 3Position–Intermediate 1) Samantha Ingalls, Mesa County.

Air Rifle–10M Olympic Off-HandIntermediate 1) Samantha Ingalls, Mesa County. .22 Rifle–50-Foot Hunt–Junior 1) Bolton Couch, Delta County; 2) Darcy Parker, Delta County; 3) Spencer Coble, Delta County; 4) Klayton Jenkins, Garfield County; and 5) Kaleb Jenkins, Garfield County. .22 Rifle–50-Foot Hunt–Intermediate 1) William Shaner, Garfield County; 2) Donovan Hill, Garfield County; 3) Dean Van Winkle, Garfield County; 4) Dale Young, Montrose County; and 5) Austin Hernek, Garfield County. .22 Rifle–50-Foot Hunt–Senior 1) Shane Massey, Mesa County; 2) Ben Gruber, Delta County; 3) Christa Bair, Delta County; 4) Lucas Bair, Delta County; and 5) Joseph Kingen, Garfield County. .22 Rifle–4-Position Sporter–Junior 1) Trey Caywood-Hunt, Delta County. .22 Rifle–4-Position Sporter–Intermediate 1) William Shaner, Garfield County; 2) Terran Hurst-Farnham– Garfield County; 3) Derrek Johnson, Delta County; 4) Daniel Ballard,

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Montrose County; and 5) Elijah Ballard, Montrose County. .22 Rifle–4-Position Sporter–Senior 1) Christa Bair, Delta County; 2) Ben Gruber, Delta County; 3) Shane Massey, Mesa County; 4) Joseph Kingen, Garfield County; and 5) Lucas Bair, Delta County. .22 Rifle–50-Foot International 3-PositionIntermediate 1) Samantha Ingalls, Mesa County. .22 Rifle–Scope– Intermediate 1) Samantha Ingalls, Mesa County; 2) Terran Hurst-Farnham–Garfield County; 3) Dean Van Winkle, Mesa County; 4) Jared Radel, Garfield County; and 5) Cassidy Parker, Delta County. .22 Rifle–Scope–Senior 1) Shane Massey, Mesa County; 2) Joseph Kingen, Mesa County; 3) Mycala Read, Delta County; 4) Jacob Black, Delta County; and 5) Emily Johnson, Delta County.

Archery–Compound Bow–Unlimited– Junior 1) Klayton Jenkins, Garfield County.

Archery–Compound Bow–UnlimitedIntermediate 1) Jared Radel, Garfield County; 2) Myckenzi Rice, Garfield County; 3) Lillian Power, Montrose County; 4) Sarah Yarnell, Montrose County; and 5) Jordan Denison, Delta County.

Archery–Compound Bow–Unlimited– Senior

1) Josh Rice, Garfield County; 2) Davis Power, Montrose County; 3) Tell Gore, Delta County; and 4) Jacob Black, Delta County.

Archery–Compound Bow–Limited–Junior 1) Makayla Kehmeier, Delta County; 2) Jack Yarnell, Montrose County; 3) Isaac Spencer, Montrose County; 4) Klayton Jenkins, Garfield County; and 5) Jezzie Couch, Delta County.

Archery–Compound Bow–LimitedIntermediate 1) Jared Radel, Garfield County; 2) Kali Milsap, Mesa County; 3) Lillian Power, Montrose County; 4) Sarah Tullis, Delta County; and 5) Emily Wilczek, Delta County.

Archery–Compound Bow–Limited–Senior 1) Davis Power, Montrose County; 2) Arial Duncan, Delta County; 3) Joseph Kingen, Garfield County; 4) Mycala Read, Delta County; and 5) Andrew Ness, Delta County.

Archery–Compound Bow–TraditionalIntermediate 1) William Shaner, Garfield County.

Archery–Recurve / Long Bow–LimitedSenior 1) Travis MacGregor, Montrose County; and 2) Duncan MacGregor, Montrose County.

Archery–Recurve/ Long Bow–TraditionalJunior 1) Blake Tullis, Delta County.

Archery–Recurve/ Long Bow–TraditionalIntermediate 1) Chase Eslick, Delta County.

Muzzleloading–Junior 1) Cameron Brown, Mesa County; and 2) Kaylan Hurst-Farnham, Garfield County.

Muzzleloading– Intermediate 1) Jackson Little, Delta County; 2) Jimmy Voytilla, Mesa County; and 3) Terran Hurst-Farnham, Garfield County.

Muzzleloading–Senior 1) Christa Baier, Delta County; 2) Evan Welt, Delta County; 3) Mycala Read, Delta County; 4) Lucas Baier, Delta County; and 5) Andrew Ness, Delta County.

Shotgun–Junior 1) Jack Yarnell, Montrose County; 2) Riley Nalley, Garfield County; 3) Klayton Jenkins, Garfield County; and 4) Kaylan Hurst, Garfield County.

Shotgun– Intermediate 1) Darrin Young, Delta County; 2) Lillian Power, Montrose County; 3) Damien Stewart, Garfield County; 4) Derrek Johnson, Delta County; 4) Jared Radel, Garfield County; and 5) Dale Young, Montrose County.

Shotgun–Senior 1) Riley Utter, Mesa County; 2) Kasey Miles, Delta County; 3) James Malone, Mesa County; 3) Shane Massey, Mesa County; 4) Austin Holmes, Mesa County; and 5) Davis Power, Montrose County.

Ballot proposals would change water rights A pair of ballot proposals, for which signatures are currently being collected, would ask voters to destroy Colorado’s 160 year old system of water rights, says a new issue paper published by Colorado’s free-market think tank, the Independence Institute.

Proposed ballot initiatives #3 and #45 would “essentially confiscate the water rights of cities, water districts, farmers and ranchers by making them subordinate to the whims of any Colorado citizen who complains to a court about their legal status,” says Craig Green, the Independence Institute’s senior fellow in water policy and author of the paper.

The Colorado Constitution has always recognized water as a public resource, but has also made it subject to claims for private uses. Under the Constitution, water rights can be claimed for beneficial purposes such as irrigation, domestic and city uses, among many others.

Farmers and breweries

can own water rights, as can cities.

But the two proposed initiatives would explicitly destroy property and contract rights in water.

They would impose the so-called “Public Trust Doctrine,” which according to the proposals themselves makes government control of all water in Colorado “Superior to Rules and Terms of Contracts and Property Law.” This would be a complete reversal for water rights established under Colorado’s water rights system since 1852, long before the civil war.

“This poorly-conceived proposed takeover of Colorado water rights would be the most extreme confiscation of property in the state’s history,” says Green. “Colorado remains the only pure appropriation state in the U.S., a testament to the hard work of pioneers who developed and used valuable property, as well as those who came later.

This long-standing exercise in private property rights development and

protection is the cornerstone of a beneficial market-based system of natural resource allocation.”

As the paper describes, though the “public” owns post-statehood, unclaimed water resources according to the Constitution (but not pre-state or claimed rights), private property rights continue to be recognized, defended, bought and sold in active water markets all over the state. Farmers, ranchers, cities, water districts, conservation districts, and other water users, including the State of Colorado itself, all benefit from the ownership of property rights on the use of water. Today, even conservation interests like Trout Unlimited, Ducks Unlimited and the Colorado Division of Wildlife own and enjoy the benefits of private water rights protected by this system of water law.

“The current legal status and reliability of all these water rights would be destroyed by proposed ballot initiatives #3 and #45,” warns Green.

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Family gathers for Lily Glassord’s 102nd

BY VERNA BARR Staff Writer

Rather than the usual birthday cake, Horizons Care Center provided Lily Glassford a cocoanut cream pie with numbered candles 1, 0 and 2.

Her family, residents and staff were present to sing “Happy Birthday” and enjoy refreshments.

She was born on July 2, 1910, in Joplin, Mo. Her father died of miner’s consumption leaving her mother with nine children, four boys and five girls. Lily was second to the youngest.

The family moved to Colorado when Lily was four or five. They lived in

Denver with one of Lily’s older sisters. Two of her older brothers worked and were able to help out.

She lived in Denver most of her life. A job that she enjoyed was working at H&H Tammen, painting novelties and leather goods.

In the past she enjoyed playing golf. “Never professional,” she said, “I played for fun.” Other pastimes were bridge and oil painting. She traveled throughout the world with Ports of Call, enjoying trips to Hawaii, Europe, Australia and several trips to Alaska.

Lily moved to Cedaredge nine years

ago. She has been a resident at Horizons for three years. She enjoys going into the garden and looking at the flowers and also likes to watch the birds in the facility’s aviary.

Her only son lives in Lazear and visits her often. He takes her out to dinner, sometimes picking up hamburgers and eating while watching ducks and geese at Confluence Park.

When asked for her secret for being able to celebrate a 102nd birthday, she thought a bit, smiled and said, “I really don’t know, you tell me.” After another pause, “Maybe because I’ve been good?”

Photo by Verna Barr

A 102nd birthday is a great reason for a party at Horizons Health Care Center.

Lily Glassford (center) was joined by family members to help her celebrate. On her left are her son Lee Woodhams and granddaughter Lisa Moss. On Lily’s right are Lisa’s husband Michael Moss and Lee’s wife Charlene. Great granddaughters Chelesa McCormick and Martha Harper were also present.

Birds of the Western Slope A look at local birds with Evelyn Horn Great Egret I stop here at Crane’s Point, the hilltop overlooking Fruitgrowers Reservoir/Hart’s Basin.

From this vantage point I can see nearly all of the reservoir and the entire area. Along the inlet shrubs there’s something white . . .too small to be an American white pelican. Time to get closer!

But now that I’ve driven down the hill and parked at the widened area along North Road, my bird is gone! Well, I’ll check out the western grebe and some of the other birds. I’d guess there are at least 20 attempts at nesting, but even if the chicks hatch, it’s the first of July; too late to grow large enough to migrate when winter comes. Sad! On down to the east end. The water level is going down fast! Check the inlet shrubs. There’s

Photo by Phil Myers, AnimalDiversity.org

Great Egret my bird, right beside a great blue heron! Perfect! Spotting scope up.

The body of great blue is, well, bluish, while the Great Egret’s is unblemished white. Both of the bills are yellow. Check the legs . . the Great Egret’s are black but the heron’s are gray. How

nice of them to stand together!

The Great Blue Heron is about 46-inches-tall while the Great Egret is only 39 inches. But the Great Egret occurs worldwide: from Canada to Argentina and in all the continents except Antarctica. When it

occurs here, I always post its presence on the Hart’s Basin Bird-line (835-8391) and on the Western Slope Bird Net. Now the egret stretches up, walks a few step away. The feathers drift down its wings . . . across its back. Lovely! These beautiful feathers were greatly desired by the millinery trade (hats, especially “ladies” hats).

Wearing feathers was high society! Of course the easiest time to get the feathers was when the birds were on their nest. So the adults were slaughtered for the feathers, and their chicks died of starvation. At this time (the late 1800s) conservation groups were formed to stop the slaughter, and hence the Great Egret is the symbol of the National Audubon Society.

As I gaze at this magnificent bird, I hope it will stay here for a few days.

Learn to shoot a bow on July 22 Novice and experienced archers are invited to a day of target shooting and instruction July 22 at Silesca Pond, about 30 miles southwest of Montrose.

This free event is sponsored by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Black Canyon Archers.

A variety of targets will be available that will help introduce novices to archery hunting and challenge experienced bow hunters.

“This is a great activity to get families and youngsters outdoors for a unique experience in a beautiful setting,” said Garrett Watson, a district wildlife manager for Colorado Parks and

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All bows, arrows and targets will be provided.

Everyone who attends will receive some personal instruction. People should bring water and lunch.

For more information and to register, please call the Parks and Wildlife office in Montrose at (970) 252-6000. You can also call Black Canyon Archers at 596-0754 or 901-8196.

The shoot will be held at Silesca Pond on the Uncompahgre Plateau. Drive on Colorado Highway 90 west from Montrose and look for the signs that will direct you to the site.

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Days 5K to be run on July 7 Cherry

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The annual Cherry Days 5K run is scheduled for Saturday, July 7.

This year’s race is also a fundraiser for the Paonia High School class of 2014 — the upcoming junior class. Class co-president Jason Sturgis and William Austin are organizing the race, and class members will be volunteering for and competing in the race.

Pete Heck has organized the race for the past three years. Due to conflicts in his schedule, Heck says he was considering either postponing or cancelling this year’s

race, but when contacted by the junior class to take on the challenge, he was more than happy to hand it over to them. Heck will still be involved and will be helping with times and course management.

Sturgis said that proceeds from the race will mostly go toward next spring’s junior-senior prom, which is put on each year by the junior class.

Any extra funds will go toward the class senior trip in 2014.

The course remains unchanged from the 2011 race. It begins at Apple Valley Park and winds through the east end

of Paonia to Minnesota Creek Road and back.

Heck describes the course as “pretty flat and fast.”

Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers.

Last year, 86 runners competed in the race.

Sturgis said he’d like to see that number topped this year.

Registration begins at 7 a.m. at Apple Valley Park. Registration fee is $20 and will include a Cherry Days cinch sack.

Start time is at 8:30 a.m.

As always, the Cherry Days race will include a 1mile fun run for children ages 10 and under, which will begin at about 9 a.m.

Photo by Tamie Meck

Runners reach the halfway point in the 2011 Cherry Days 5K Run. This year’s race, which happens this Saturday (July 7), will follow the same course as last year. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at Apple Valley Park. Proceeds will benefit the Paonia High School junior class.

State U14 Babe Ruth softball tourney starts

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta High School’s girls varsity basketball team participated in a summer team camp at Colorado Mesa University recently. The team played 10 games and went undefeated. Members of the team include: l-r, front row, Head Coach Matt Hamm, Erin Zunich, Callie Gafford, Brooke Taylor and Skylyn Webb. In the back row is Brittany Brasfield, Patti Chapman and Shelby Curtis.

The Tri County Babe Ruth organization will host two state Babe Ruth softball tournaments, beginning with the 14and-under (14-U) tournament this Friday-Sunday, July 6-8.

Only three teams, including the Tri County Slammers, will compete in the tournament, said organizer Joanne Jones.

Two front range teams, Southeast Denver and Castle Rock, will also play in the double-elimination tournament.

For various reasons, said Jones, from the economy to having too many players on family vacations, several teams canceled at the last minute.

The top two state tour-

nament teams advance to the Midwest Region tournament July 18-22 at Independence, Kan. The winners will compete in the World Series later this summer.

Hotchkiss head softball coach Matt Hall will coach the Slammers, an all-star team of players from the Hotchkiss and Paonia areas.

Opening ceremonies and the parade of champions begin this Friday at 8 a.m. Seeding will be determined Friday through a round robin tournament, with SE Denver and Tri County playing the tournament

opener at 9 a.m. At 11:30 a.m., Castle Rock will face SE Denver, and at 2 p.m. Tri County and Castle Rock will face off.

The first game of the double-elimination tournament begins at 5 p.m. Friday between the second- and third-seed teams. The winner of that game will play the No. 1 seed at 9:30 a.m.

Saturday. The championship game is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sunday.

Concessions will be available throughout the tournament.

All games are held at Volunteer Park Sports Complex.

Adult softball leagues finish regular season; tourneys next

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Even though there were no changes in league standings in any of the four adult recreation division standings, there were some upsets over the league leaders in the final week of regulation play.

Monday night’s leader, TK Mining, split their doubleheader and still finished first with a 9-3 record.

The Tuesday night coed leaders, Delta Family Fun Park (10-2) lost its regular season finale but finished one game ahead of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.

Thursday night’s men’s slowpitch leaders, Where’s My Pitches, split their two games played and finished at 10-2 to keep the top spot.

H & R Block evened their season series record

against Wells Fargo with a win last Thursday night to finish atop the women’s slowpitch league at 10-2.

Monday Coed Silver TK Mining (9-3) was upset, 7-6, by the number four team (All Glass Station; 8-4) but managed to stay atop the league leader board after US Bank fell to number three Kwiki Auto. The combinations of wins and losses for the number two through four teams left them all knotted at 8-4 heading into tournament play. TK Mining took a 15-5 win over Edward Jones in its second game of the evening.

Other winners in Monday night league play included DCC Crush, a 10-8 winner over Ahlberg Farms/Tri-County Seamless, All Glass Station (10-5 winner over Friggin’ A’s), and Ahlberg

Photo by Wayne Crick

Monday night’s Coed Silver League is ready for tournament play. In the photo above, Edward Jones’ Investments’ Robert Ownbey fouls off a ball in their 15-5 loss to TK Mining (9-3). The loss leaves Edward Jones with a 5-7 record.

Farms/Tri-County Seamless (14-13 over Friggin’ A’s).

Tournament play began on Monday, July 2 at Mountain View Park.

Tuesday Coed Gold The numbers changed in the win-loss columns but not the order of finish for the six Tuesday night teams. Delta Family Fun Park lost its only game of the evening to second place Wells Fargo (9-3) by a 24-20 score. The two teams finished first and second respectively.

Twist Off (8-4) had a doubleheader to conclude its regular season schedule and won both games with a 9-3 victory over The Pondy (1-11) and a 16-12 decision over Hellman Chevrolet (7-5).

Hellman Chevrolet began its evening with a win over Mr. Concrete (111) with a score of 25-1.

Tournament action for this league was slated to begin on July 3.

Men’s Slowpitch It was a wild night in the Thursday men’s league with the leagueleader Where’s My Pitches coming out of the dust with a 10-2 record and the tournament’s top seed. The league-leaders took a 13-12 win over number eight Hellman Chevrolet but fell to number five Balls Deep (7-5) by a score of 14-4.

Classic Wood Floor Designs/Aftershock, the number two team, won its only game of the evening with a 16-11 score over Big B’s (6-6), the number six team.

The league’s thirdplace team, Delta Metals (9-3), took care of Balls

Deep after it had upset Where’s My Pitches in an earlier contest. Delta Metals defeated Balls Deep 14-4.

Mr. Concrete, the number four team, got past Kwiki Tire 9-7 to finish the regular season at 7-5.

Number six, Big B’s, handed Kwiki Tire its second loss of the evening in a 17-5 ballgame.

In the night’s other game, number seven, Hellman Motors (6-6) posted a 20-7 win over number nine, The Casers.

The Misfits finished the season at 0-12.

Tournament play is scheduled to begin on July 5 at Mountain View Park.

Photo by Tamie Meck

Samantha Galley of Hotchkiss is the starting pitcher for the Tri-County Slammers U14 Babe Ruth softball team. The team of players from Hotchkiss and Paonia will compete, beginning Friday, in the Colorado U14 tournament at Volunteer Park.

Photo submitted

The North Fork Hotchkiss U12 70-foot boys all-star baseball team attended the Jason Lopez Memorial Baseball Tournament in Montrose on June 22-24.

There were eight teams entered from all over the state of Colorado and Moab, UT. Three players, pictured above, left to right, Presley Pene (son of P. J. and Phyllis Pene of Hotchkiss) had the most team spirit; Josie Hiatt (MVP pitcher), and Chase Hiatt (MVP catcher). The Hiatt’s father and mother are Ty and Dana Hiatt of Hotchkiss.

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By DELTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 251 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8721 July 5, 1912 (From the Delta Independent) At last the bridge below Hotchkiss is again open for travel. People from south of the river can now get over to the railroad. *** The preliminary survey for the automobile road to the mesa was completed this week and it has been found that this road can be built upon a six percent grade the entire distance. The new road, where it goes up the mesa, will be about three times as long as the present road. *** The Austin ball team has been busy the past week putting a piece of ground in shape fore future ball games. The new athletic park is situated in South Austin. *** The marriage license clerk reports a complete collapse of his business for the present week. Not a single demand.

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5:30 ladies only. Thursday Partners of Delta, Montrose at noon, and 8 p.m., Friday and Ouray, 874-4661, www. at noon, Saturday 12:15 partners-west.org. or www. p.m. Call 874-8282. (tfnx5) deltayouth@montrose.net. (tfx13) ALCOHOLICS ANONYmous meeting, women only, PAONIA AMERICAN (non-smoking), Saturdays, Legion runs a year round 11 a.m., in the basement of non-perishable emergency St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, food pantry. This is for 5th and Palmer, (go to the the North Fork area. For back door). (tfx1) information, call 527-6252. (tfx49) NARCOTICS ANONYmous meets at 9th and SAVE EYEGLASSES, OLD Palmer, Delta, Mondays and jewelry and silver or bits of Fridays at 8 p.m. (tfnx5) gold and silver scraps. The Grand Odd Fellow Lodge is BECAWS! DONATIONS sending them to: New Eyes needed.

Credit cards for the Needy, 549 Millburn accepted. Call 970-527- Ave., Short Hills, NJ 07078 3350, or visit cawsonline. or send them to: Gale org. Delta County Citizens Conger, Secretary of IOOF for Animal Welfare and Lodge #116, 544 St. Hwy. Shelter (CAWS) 548, Delta, CO 81416.

DELTA FOOD PANTRY THE AMERICAN RED needs meals for Delta Cross needs you. Become families who are temporar- one of the Red Cross volily in need. Donations of unteers who says, “We’ll Be non-perishable food may There, Because Help Can’t be brought to 628 Meeker. Wait!” Call your local Red (tfx36) Cross Chapter at 970-242-

MEDICAL CARE MANager. The Center for Mental Health, Delta. Full-time M-F, 8-5. Bachelor degree required. Bilingual/bicultural preferred. Position provides care coordination as a client-centered, assessment-based interdisciplinary approach to integrating health care and social support services, assessing an individual's needs and preferences, developing comprehensive care plans, and managing and monitoring services, following evidence-based standards of care. Basic computer and keyboarding skills required.

Annualized salary: $27,000 $32,000 DOE, plus excellent benefits. Visit www.centermh.org/careers for more info. Send resume, cover letter and job application to mhanna@centermh.org. HELP!!!

KEEP THE EOE. (1x27) animal population under control, and SAVE an aniCROSSROADS ASSIST- mal's life. Adopt your new ed Living is accepting appli- cat or dog from the Delta cations for Cook/Dietary County Humane Society.

Aid. QMAP (Qualified Adoption fee is minimal.

Medication Administration Call 874-2149. (DCHS) Person), and Housekeeping.

Pick up application at 1380 THERE IS A VFW MEETING Aspen Way (1351 E. 3rd on the first Monday of each Street). (2x26) month. At 6 p.m. there is a potluck and the meeting YOUR LISTING HERE! is at 7 p.m. at the Veterans call now... 874-4421 and talk Building, 15th & Howard, with an Ad Rep. Delta. For further information, call 874-5150 Paul Carter. (tfx31)

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Delta County Independent

FARM WORKER HEALTH Services: We offer assistance with medical, dental and medicines. If you work in agriculture you may qualify for our services. For more information call 3230538. (tfx12)

SERVICIOS DE SALUD De Campesinos: Ofrecemos ayuda con doctores, dentistas, y medicinas. Si trabajas en agricultura puedes calificar para nuestros servicios.

Para mas informacion llame al 323-0538. (tfx12)

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4851 or 1-800-HELP NOW for information on the difference you can make in someone’s life as a disaster volunteer. ((TFNx4))

UNEMPLOYED? JOIN others for a time of networking, encouragement, and skill improvement.

Latent Resources meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 at the Delta United Methodist Church (5th & Meeker). Attendants and visitors are encouraged to dress professionally and bring a note pad and a willingness to learn and BECAWS! ADOPT A DOG be challenged. Find us on or cat today. Call 970-527- facebook.com & twitter.com 3350, or visit cawsonline. - search "Latent Resources", org. Delta County Citizens or call James at 970-901for Animal Welfare and 9463.

Shelter (CAWS) HEALTHY BABIES START CHAPTER, UNITS OF DAV with early prenatal care. regular meetings on the Delta County Health second Monday of each Department. Offers access month at 7 p.m. at the to immediate, temporary Veterans Building, 15th & Medicaid for pregnant Howard, Delta. For further women who qualify. 874information, call Paul Carter 2165. (tfx25) 874-5150. (tfx19)

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*** A new cash system has just been installed in the Mathers’ dry goods store, the box carrier leading from each department to the cashiers desk on the balcony. *** Over three hundred persons went out on the excursion train to Ouray from this section yesterday morning, forty-three of the number being from Delta. *** The heavy oak furniture ordered for the Elks new club and lodge rooms arrived Tuesday and is being prepared for installation in the new quarters. The rooms will be in readiness for occupancy, it is said, within the next ten days or two weeks. *** If it needs repairing take it to George Cunningham’s bicycle shop. We sharpen lawn mowers, also do vulcanizing. Next to Cook’s second hand store. *** Brick work was begun on the new garage of J.E. Gallup on North Main street Monday morning after a delay of several days awaiting the installation of a temporary of a temporary bridge across the Uncompahgre at the foot of Seventh street which would permit teams passing to and from the brick yard. Three teams are now busy delivering the brick and the haul is made via the Lance bridge, a distance of fully six miles around. *** The Meyer & Wells delivery team, with as much or even more spirit and enthusiasm than is ever shown by anything on the Fourth of July,

took a sprint around a block or so Wednesday morning and the race was only ended by one of the horses coming into contact with a telephone pole which dropped it to the ground with a dull, sickening thud. The vehicle was but slightly damaged and the harness badly tangled in the run. *** Since the departure of Mrs. R.S. Kelso and her daughter for California, the veteran stockgrower of this district finds himself looking for things to eat at the different hotels of the city. A few days ago he went down to the Perkins house and became a regular. Not being familiar with that section of the city or the house, when he went back one day the first of this week for his second meal, he stepped into the house adjoining the hotel, sat down in the parlor, took off his hat and was resting comfortably when Leslie Conklin came in. “Hello! Are you stopping here now” inquired the stockman of Leslie. “Yes, I’m staying here,” replied the grocer. “Is your wife at home and have you many boarders?” inquired Mr. Kelso. “Yes, my wife is here but we have no boarders.” Mr. Kelso then began to realize that he had made a mistake in the house and wended his way next door after proper apology. *** There is no doubt but that Hotchkiss can boast of the largest strawberries in the state and make it stick. W.F. Duke had a basket of berries in town Saturday morning out of which was selected six berries that placed side by side, measured 14 inches. A photograph of the berries was taken and will be kept as proof of the size of the fruit. We expect to wait a long time before we hear of larger ones. ***

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent

Public Notices Your Right To Know Legal Deadline is Monday at 10 a.m.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0053 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 29, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) MARY K. HIGGS Original Beneficiary(ies) BW MORTGAGE, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 6/29/2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/30/2005 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 592956 Original Principal Amount $102,885.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $112,398.04 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. LOT 6, PIONEER PLACE SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 1, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 1711 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, 08/01/2012, 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 6/6/2012 Last Publication 7/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/29/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: 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 # 9105.03802 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0055 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 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) Daniel Espinoza and Mary E. Espinoza Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Ace Mortgage Funding Inc, a Colorado Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt GMAC Mortgage, LLC Date of Deed of Trust 9/7/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 10/9/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 619510 Original Principal Amount $184,171.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $175,253.50 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7, SOUTH VIEW SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 3101 1900 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, 08/01/2012, 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 6/6/2012 Last Publication 7/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/03/2012 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: 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 # 12-03177 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0057 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 4, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Linda K. Tuin Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Fieldstone Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt CitiMortgage, Inc. Date of Deed of Trust 3/8/2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/12/2004 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 577599 Original Principal Amount $105,300.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $95,503.02 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. LOTS 21 AND 22 IN BLOCK 2 OF REICHS SUBDIVSION. Also known by street and number as: 264 West Bridge Street, Hotchkiss, CO 81419.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 08/01/2012, 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 6/6/2012 Last Publication 7/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/04/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: 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 # 12-03017 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2012.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Funding Cycle: JANUARY 1, 2013DECEMBER 31, 2013 The Victim Assistance Law Enforcement (VALE) Board will hold its business and grant application meeting on September 13, 2012 beginning at 9:00 am at the 7th Judicial District Office of the District Attorney, Victim/Witness Services Conference Room located at 1200 North Grand Avenue in Montrose, Colorado.

The Victim Assistance Law Enforcement Board, Seventh Judicial District, announces the availability of local VALE funds authorized by Title 24, Article 4.2,Colorado Revised Statutes.

One original, one copy, and one electronic copy of the application must be submitted to the VALE Board Administrator, 1200 North Grand, #D, Montrose, CO 81401, by 4:00 p.m. by Wednesday, August 15, 2012. Applications received after that time will not be eligible for funding. Applications will NOT be accepted by FAX. Oral presentations are not mandatory, but will be granted upon request.

Requests for personal telephonic oral presentations will be considered on a case by case basis.

ANTICIPATED AMOUNT AVAILABLE: $190,000.00 (anticipated).

CONTRACT/GRANT CYCLE: January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013 ELIGIBILITY: The Board is autho-

rized to enter into contracts for the purchase and coordination of victims and witnesses assistance services, equipment and training with persons or agencies which the Board deems appropriate.

PRIORITY CATEGORIES: The priority use for funding as listed in the statute is: 1.) Implementation of the rights afforded to crime victims pursuant to section 24-4.1-302.5 CRS, and 2.)

The provision of the services and programs delineated in sections 24-4.1-303 CRS, 24-4.1-304 CRS, and 24-4.2-105(4) CRS, related to all crimes as defined by section 24-4.1-302(1) CRS. 3.) Equipment and Training as outlined in 24-4.2-105(4.3) C.R.S.; and 4.) Scholarships to attend the annual COVA Conference.

The VALE Board has also established the following priorities: Programs that provide direct victim services to victims of those crimes listed in Section 24-4.1-302(1) CRS. The VALE Board may also take into consideration factors other than those stated above in making their final decisions. Board members may award money for projects not designated in the priority categories.

The fact that an applicant meets eligibility requirements and applies for funds within a priority category does not guarantee funding.

EVALUATION CRITERIA: The VALE Board has established criteria which it uses to evaluate grant applications. Please contact the VALE administrator for a copy of the evaluation criteria. The criteria is based upon the implementation of the rights afforded to crime victims pursuant to section 24-4.1302.5 CRS, and the provision of the services and programs delineated in sections 24-4.1-303 CRS, 24-4.1304 CRS, and 24-4.2-105(4) CRS, related to all crimes as defined by section 24-4.1-302(1) CRS. INQUIRES: For additional information and/or application forms and instructions please contact Aimee Gonzalez at (970)252-4276, or write to: Office of the District Attorney, 7th Judicial District Attn: VALE Administrator, 1200 North Grand, Bin D, Montrose, CO 81401.

E-mails can be sent to aimee. gonzalez@co7da.org.

PLEASE NOTE: Copies of the state statutes related to these funds are available on the Colorado State Government web page (www. state.co.us click on Government, then Colorado Constitution and Statutes, then Colorado Revised Statutes C.R.S.) Published in the Delta County Independent June 27 and July 4, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE Oxbow Mining, LLC. (OMLLC), P.O. Box 535, 3737 Highway 133, Somerset, Colorado 81434, has filed a complete application to the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety (CDRMS) for Permit Revision PR-07 to its existing approved Permit No. C-1981022. The PR provides for 1) the addition of a new 725.9 acres Federal Coal lease COC-70615 to the existing Permit Area and 2) to provide for an updated mine plan for the new area. All new coal lease lands proposed for addition to the existing Permit Area are managed by the BLM. OMLLC's approved Permit Area is located in Gunnison and Delta Counties and north of the town of Somerset and the North Fork of the Gunnison River. OMLLC's current Permit Area would be included on the areas presented by the Somerset and Bowie USGS 7.5 minute quadrangle maps and is generally described as follows: Township 12 South, Range 90 West. 6th PM All or parts of Sections 27-34 Township 12 South. Range 91 West, 6th PM All or parts of Sections 25-27 and 34-36 Township 13 South, Range 89 West 6th PM All or parts of Sections 6 and 7 Township 13 South, Range 90 West 6th PM All or parts of Sections 1-12 and 17 Township 13 South, Range 91 West, 6th PM All or parts of Sections 1-3 and 11-13 The Permit Area contains approximately 15,676.51 acres of surface lands of which 5,551 acres are located on private land and 10,125.51 acres are located on Federal land.

Complete copies of the PR-07 application are on file at the CDRMS offices located at 1313 Sherman Street, Room 215, Denver, Colorado 80203, Phone: (303) 866-3567; at the Gunnison County Planning Office, the Delta County Planning Office and at the Paonia Public Library. Comments or objections concerning the application for revision should be directed to the CDRMS at the above address not later than 30 days after the last date of publication of this notice in order to be considered.

Published in the Delta County Independent June 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0054 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 29, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) DWIGHT W. ZEDIKER Original Beneficiary(ies) PAONIA STATE BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PAONIA STATE BANK Date of Deed of Trust 6/2/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/11/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 635346 Original Principal Amount $25,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $25,037.76 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. EXHIBIT A The South 25 feet of Lot 22 of the Fifth Street Addition to the Town of Paonia, Colorado.

Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 of Block 1 of Charles Vogel 1st Addition to the Town of Paonia Colorado, EXCEPTING THEREFROM The South 20 feet of said Lot 1 as conveyed to the Town of Paonia, Colorado, by deed recorded in Book 330 at Page 221.

EXCEPTING THEREFROM part of Lot 5 of the Charles Vogel 1st Addition and part of Lot 22 of the Fifth Street Addition to the

Town of Paonia, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the West line of Lot 5 from which the centerline of 4th Street and Box Elder Avenue bears South 14°15'22" West 121.27 feet and considering the centerline of Box Elder Avenue to bear North, thence north 42.5 feet; thence East 125.0 feet; thence South 37.5 feet; thence West 50.0 feet; thence South 5.00 feet; thence West 75.0 feet to the point of beginning.

Delta County, State of Colorado.

Together with all water and water rights, ditch and ditch rights appurtenant to or used in connection therewith. Attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference.

Also known by street and number as: 504 4TH STREET, 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, 08/01/2012, 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 6/6/2012 Last Publication 7/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/29/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Marek, David A #8388 David A. Marek PO Box 1387, Paonia, CO 81428-1387 (970) 5275353 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # PSB/ZEDIKER ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0060 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 11, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Rosalva Gonzalez Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust 4/23/2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 12/20/2004 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 586650 Original Principal Amount $105,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $92,488.89 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 29 AND 30 IN BLOCK 14 OF GARNET MESA SUBDIVISION TO THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 612 Grand Ave, 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, 08/08/2012, 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 6/13/2012 Last Publication 7/11/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/11/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-04343 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 13, 20, 27, July 4 and 11, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0056 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 4, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below

to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) CURTIS D. BOWERS AND MEGAN A. BOWERS FKA MEGAN A. WARREN Original Beneficiary(ies) CENTEX HOME EQUITY COMPANY, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Date of Deed of Trust 11/23/2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 12/9/2004 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 586247 Original Principal Amount $102,588.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $102,595.46 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 ALL THE FOLLOWING REAL PROPERTY IN THE COUNTY OF DELTA, AND STATE OF COLORADO, TO WIT: THE NORTH 10 FEET OF LOT 11, AND ALL OF LOTS 12 AND 13, CURTIS AND COWELL RESUBDIVISION OF LOTS A, B, C, AND D, BLOCK 4, PLAT A, TOWN OF CEDAREDGE, COLORADO, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 150 NW 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.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 08/01/2012, 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 6/6/2012 Last Publication 7/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/04/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: 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 # 9696.02682 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0061 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 11, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Steve Mcalpine Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 6/25/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/30/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 635859 Original Principal Amount $156,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $150,418.80 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 7 OF PHEASANT RUN SUBDIVISION COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 12461 E Spring Cir, 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, 08/08/2012, 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 6/13/2012 Last Publication 7/11/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/11/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC

Wednesday, July 4, 2012 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 # 12-01365 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 13, 20, 27, July 4 and 11, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0068 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 19, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Alvin W Towell and Cydne D Menzel Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Date of Deed of Trust 2/6/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2/13/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 612098 Original Principal Amount $304,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $287,179.39 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PARCEL “B” OF THE GREENFIELD BOUNDARY AGREEMENT. DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 9011 2050 Rd, Austin, CO 81410-8319.

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, 08/22/2012, 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 6/27/2012 Last Publication 7/25/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/19/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: 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 # 12-03503 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 27, July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0069 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 19, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Daniel L. Carver and Margarete A. Carver Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Superior Lending, an Utah Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust 3/5/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/19/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 613231 Original Principal Amount $129,468.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $141,751.18 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. LOTS 1 AND 2, LANDS END MOBILE HOME PARK SUBDIVISION OF THE TOWN OF CEDAREDGE, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 165 NW Dahlia Avenue, Cedaredge, CO 81413.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 08/22/2012, 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

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a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

First Publication 6/27/2012 Last Publication 7/25/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/19/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-02510 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 27, July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The City of Delta, will receive sealed bids at the City of Delta Public Works Department, 360 Main Street, Delta, Colorado, for the Survey of Sanitary Sewer Manhole Rim Elevations until 3:00 P.M. on July 12, 2012. A public bid opening will not be conducted.

The project generally consists of surveying sanitary sewer manhole rim elevations at selected sites throughout the City. All work will be managed under the direction of the City of Delta Public Works Department.

The Contract Documents will be available online at the City of Delta website, http://www.deltaco.gov/, beginning June 27, 2012.

The Contract Documents may be obtained in person, at the following location from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays: City of Delta 360 Main Street Delta, CO 81416 The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder, as determined by the statement of qualifications and the bid, which is deemed to be in the best interest of the City. The City reserves the right to accept the bid by a competent bidder that will result in the lowest cost to the City. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any Bid without disclosing the reason therefore.

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

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

Published in the Delta County Independent June 27 and July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0066 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 18, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) MARGARET E. KLINE Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., Acting solely as nominee for EVERETT FINANCIAL, INC. DBA SUPREME LENDING Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust 5/19/2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 5/21/2010 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 642993 Original Principal Amount $121,938.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $119,652.48 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 21 AND 22 IN BLOCK 9 OF HILLMANS SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1248 GRAND 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, 08/15/2012, 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 6/20/2012 Last Publication 7/18/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/18/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MONICA KADRMAS, Esq #34904 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 1068.04640 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 20, 27, July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

D4 Wednesday, July 4, 2012 PUBLIC NOTICE Bowie Resources, LLC, P.O. Box 483, Paonia, CO, 81428, has submitted a complete application for a technical revision to the Division of Reclamation, Mining & Safety for its approved Bowie No. 2 Mine, mining permit no. C-1996-083. The proposed revision will approve the installation of a second coal cleaning plant at the Bowie No. 2 Mine.

Bowie plans to construct an air jig coal cleaning plant immediately north of the existing coal wash plant.

The mine facilities are located north of State Highway 133B near the town of Bowie, CO. A pump station, three sediment ponds and unit train loadout are located south of State Highway 133B. The Fire Mountain Canal is located south of the mine facilities and north of the unit train loadout. The North Fork of the Gunnison River is located south of the mine permit boundary.

The proposed mine permit area is located on the U.S. Geological Survey 7.5 minute Bowie Quadrangle map within the following sections.

Township 13 South, Range 91 West, 6th PM Sec. 2: SW/4NW/4,SW/4 Sec. 3: ALL Sec. 4: ALL Sec. 5: S/2SE/4, SE/4SW/4, S/2NE/4NE/4SE/4, SE/4NW/4NE/4SE/4, E/2SW/4NE/4SE/4, SE/4NE/4SE/4 Sec. 6: lots 5, 6, 7, SW/4NE/4, SE/4NW/4, E/2SW/4, SE/4 Sec. 7: ALL Sec. 8: NE/4, W/2 , W/2SE/4** Sec. 9: NE/4, NW/4, SE/4, NE/2SW/4, SE/4SW/4, NE/4SW/4SW/4 Sec. 10: ALL Sec. 11: SW/4, NW/4 Sec. 14: NW/4 except that portion south of the Union Pacific Railroad right of way Sec. 15: NE/4, NW/4, NW/4SE/4 Portions of the N/2SE/4, SW/4SE/4, S/2SW/4, excluding all privately held lands not owned or controlled by Bowie Resources LLC or the Union Pacific Railroad.

Sec. 16: N/2NE/4 Sec. 17: NW/4, W/2NE/4 Sec. 18: Lots 1,2, NE1⁄4, E/2NW/4 Sec. 22: Portion of NW/4NW/4, on lands owned by the Union Pacific Railroad Township 13 South, Range 92West, 6th PM Sec. 1: SE/4 Sec. 12: lots 1,2,7,8,9, and 10 Township 12 South, Range 91 West, 6th PM Sec. 27: SW/4, S/2SE/4, S/2 NE/4SE/4, S/2NW/4SE/4 Sec. 28: E/2 SE/4 Sec. 33: Lots 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10,11, 12, 14, 15, 16, SE/4NW/4, S/2NE/4, NE/4NE/4 Sec. 34: ALL Sec. 35: SW/4 Lot 18, NW/4 Lot 19 *North of Deer Trail Ditch The current Bowie No. 2 Mine permit contains 8,301 acres of land, 4,637 acres of private surface and 3,664 acres of Federal surface.

Private minerals within the permit area encompass 1,957 acres with Federal minerals accounting for the balance of 6,344 acres.

A copy of the proposed revision is available for public inspection at the Paonia Public Library, 2 Third Street, Paonia, CO, and at the offices of the Division of Reclamation, Mining & Safety, 1313 Sherman St., Room 215, Denver, CO, 80203, (303) 866-3567. Written comments regarding this application may be submitted to and additional information may be obtained from the Division of Reclamation Mining & Safety at the above address. Written comments must be received by the Division of Reclamation, Mining & Safety within 10 days after the date of this publication in order to be considered.

Published in the Delta County Independent July 4, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE - DEFERRED - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-803(6) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0003 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 5, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) MURRAY DANIEL LAMPTON Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 1/25/2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 1/29/2010 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 640671 Original Principal Amount $208,587.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $203,971.42 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. PLEASE SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. Legal Description The North 9.75 feet of Lot 19 and Lots 20, 21, 22, 23 and the South 19.36 feet of Lot 24 all in Block 1 of the Business Men's Subdivision in the City of Delta and also a tract of land situate in part of the SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 19, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian described as follows: Beginning at a point on the West line of the SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 19, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian from whence the Southwest corner of said Section 19 bears South 00°05' East a distance of 873.05 feet and considering the West line of said Section 19 to bear North 00°05' West and all other bearings relative thereto; thence East 150.00 feet; thence North 00°05' West 129.00 feet; thence West 75.00 feet; thence North 00°05' West 79.89 feet; thence West to the West line of said Subdivision a distance of 75.00 feet; thence South 00°05' East along said subdivision line a distance of 209.79 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: 1334 BLUFF STREET, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. The original Sale Date was scheduled for May 9, 2012 but was deferred pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 38-38-

801 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, 08/08/2012 (formerly scheduled for May 9, 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 6/13/2012 Last Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale 7/11/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 6/7/2012 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: JENNIFER H. TRACHTE, Esq. #40391 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 9105.03234 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 13, 20, 27, July 4 and 11, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0062 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 12, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Wende C Michael Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust 4/10/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/15/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 633648 Original Principal Amount $156,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $149,896.68 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 5, GOLD NUGGET SUBDIVISION. DELTA COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 180 NW 7th St, 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, 08/15/2012, 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 6/20/2012 Last Publication 7/18/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/12/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-04367 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 20, 27, July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0063 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 12, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Christopher A. Haskins and Erin D. Haskins Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust 6/27/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 7/11/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 627154 Original Principal Amount $266,950.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $266,950.00 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

PUBLIC NOTICES and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 78, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. THE DEED OF TRUST WAS ERRONEOUSLY RECORDED IN THE RECORDS OF MONTROSE COUNTY, COLORADO AT RECEPTION NUMBER 792184 ON JUNE 30, 2008.

Also known by street and number as: 1520 Guadelupe St, Delta, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 08/15/2012, 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 6/20/2012 Last Publication 7/18/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/12/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-04366 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 20, 27, July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0008 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 17, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Darren E Geyer and Corrie R Geyer Original Beneficiary(ies) Montrosebank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt MetLife Home Loans, a division of MetLife 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) 629045 Original Principal Amount $200,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $193,117.15 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 NE 1/4 OF THE NW 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 14 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., HAVING A DESCRIPTION BASED UPON A BEARING OF S00 06'58"W FROM THE 1/4 CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 10 AND 11 (MONUMENTED BY A 1 1/2" BRASS CAP) TO THE SECTION CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 10, 11, 14 AND 15 (MONUMENTED BY A 3 1/4" BRASS CAP, BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT) WITH ALL OTHER BEARINGS RELATIVE THERETO AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NE CORNER OF SAID NE1/4 OF THE NW1/4 OF SECTION 11, ALSO BEING THE 1/4 CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 2 AND 11 (MONUMENTED BY A 1 1/2" ALUMINUM CAP PE&LS9455) AND RUNNING THENCE ALONG THE CENTER SUBDIVISION LINE S00 03'32"E, 1319.42 FEET TO THE SE CORNER OF SAID NE1/4 OF THE NW1/4 OF SECTION 11, ALSO BEING THE CN1/16 CORNER (MONUMENTED BY A 2" ALUMINUM CAP PLS20138); THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NE1/4 OF THE NW1/4 OF SECTION 11, N88 58'41"W, 1349.00 FEET TO THE SW CORNER OF SAID NE1/4 OF THE NW1/4 OF SECTION 11, ALSO BEING THE NW1/16 CORNER (MONUMENTED BY A MAG NAIL IN ASPHALT); THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID NE1/4 OF THE NW/14 OF SECTION 11, N00 01'48"E, 1158.00 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID WEST LINE AND RUNNING S88 49'26"E, 264.00 FEET; THENCE N00 01'48"E, 165.00 FEET TO THE SECTION LINE COMMON TO SAID SECTIONS 2 AND 11; THENCE ALONG SAID SECTION LINE S88 49'26"E, 1084.02 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 14120 Ward Creek Rd, 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, 08/29/2012, 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 7/4/2012 Last Publication 8/1/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 01/17/2012 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 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 # 11-17705 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent July 7, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0064 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 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) JAMES A. THOMPSON AND NORMA JEAN THOMPSON Original Beneficiary(ies) HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL NETWORK INC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE, POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF JUNE 1, 2004 MORTGAGEBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-SL2 Date of Deed of Trust 2/24/2000 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/1/2000 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 532586 Book: 850 Page: 626 Original Principal Amount $63,300.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $54,839.11 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A” AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. EXHIBIT A THE WEST 50 FEET OF LOTS 12, 13, 14, 15 AND 16, BLOCK 18, GARNET MESA SUBDIVISION TO THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 16, RUNNING THEN NORTH ALONG THE ALLEY LINE 125 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 12, THENCE EAST ALONG SAID NORTH LINE OF LOT 12, 50 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 125 FEET, THENCE WEST 50 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 315 EAST 3RD STREET, DELTA, CO 81416.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 08/15/2012, 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 6/20/2012 Last Publication 7/18/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/13/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: WAYNE E. VADEN #21026 Vaden Law Firm LLC 2015 YORK STREET, PO BOX 18997, DENVER, CO 20218 (303) 377-2933 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-051-03153 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 20, 27, July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0065 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 17, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) E J. Sanders WHO ACQUIRED TITLE AS ELWIN JESS SANDERS Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/17/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/7/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 602268 Original Principal Amount $72,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $59,068.00

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 11, SOUTH VIEW SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 18953 D Rd, 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, 08/15/2012, 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 6/20/2012 Last Publication 7/18/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/17/2012 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 # 12-04041 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 20, 27, July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0059 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 10, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) ANTHONY JAMES WAITMAN AND TANYA LYNN WAITMAN Original Beneficiary(ies) CITICORP TRUST BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Date of Deed of Trust 1/28/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2/3/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 631884 Original Principal Amount $125,976.63 Outstanding Principal Balance $110,552.86 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 ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN DELTA COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO, AS DESCRIBED IN DEED DOC # 610385, ID# R003432, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS: LOTS 7, 8, 9 AND 10 IN BLOCKS 6 OF STOCKHAM AND ZANINETTI SUBDIVISION, FILED IN PLAT DOC # 610385, DOC # 610385, RECORDED 12/11/2006.

BY FEE SIMPLE DEED FROM ANTHONY JAMES WAITMAN AS SET FORTH IN DOC # 610385 DATED 12/08/2006 AND RECORDED 12/11/2006, DELTA COUNTY RECORDS, STATE OF COLORADO.

BY FEE SIMPLE DEED FROM JAMES P. HANKS AND PAULETTE HANKS TO ANTHONY JAMES WAITMAN AS SET FORTH IN DEED INST # 578769, DATED 04/16/2004 AND RECORDED 04/19/2004, DELTA COUNTY RECORDS, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 230 SW 3rd STREET, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413-3615.

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, 08/08/2012, 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 6/13/2012 Last Publication 7/11/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/10/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JENNIFER H. TRACHTE, Esq. #40391 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that

Delta County Independent purpose.

Attorney File # 1175.14752 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 13, 20, 27, July 4 and 11, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0067 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 18, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) TONY ARMENDARIZ AND SANDRA ARMENDARIZ Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 11/25/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 12/1/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 630527 Original Principal Amount $163,328.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $161,236.53 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 OF YORKSHIRE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 971 YORKSHIRE CT, DELTA, CO 81416-2681.

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, 08/15/2012, 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 6/20/2012 Last Publication 7/18/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/18/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: HEATHER DEERE #28597 LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL P MEDVED PC 355 UNION BLVD #302, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228-1508 (303) 274-0155 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-910-21600 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 20, 27, July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0058 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 23, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records.

Original Grantor(s) Brian D. Beck Original Beneficiary(ies) Helmick Mortgage Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Secretary of Veterans Affairs Date of Deed of Trust 5/11/1994 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 5/11/1994 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 477045 Book: 0721 Page: 46 Original Principal Amount $62,200.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $50,074.69 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. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A Part of the NE1/4 NW1/4 of Section 13, Township 14 South, Range 95 West of the 6th P.M., more particularly described as follows: Beginning on the West R.O.W. of Colorado Hwy 65 at a point from which the North 1/4 corner of Section 13, Township 14 South, Range 95 West 6th P.M. bears North 57 degrees 31' East 507.9 feet; thence running North 69 degrees 00' West 57.0 feet; thence North 75 degrees 22' West 50.5 feet; thence South 22 degrees 18' West 105.4 feet; thence South 69 degrees 00' East 106.7 feet to the Hwy R.O.W.; thence North 22 degrees 30' East 111.0 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Together with all water, lateral and ditch rights appurtenant thereto.

Also known by street and number as: 1289 Highway 65, 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,

08/22/2012, 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 6/27/2012 Last Publication 7/25/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 04/23/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: 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 # 12-03089 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent June 27, July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0072 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On May 1, 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) Edward R Ramirez and Christina Ramirez Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for GMAC Mortgage Corporation DBA ditech. com Current Holder of Evidence of Debt GMAC Mortgage, LLC Date of Deed of Trust 9/20/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 9/20/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 607884 Original Principal Amount $122,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $122,387.55 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE Part of Lot 59 of the Cedaredge Fruit Growers Association Subdivision being located in Section 29, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th P.M., described as follows: Beginning at a point on the East right of way line of State Highway No. 65 whence the North 1/4 corner of Section 29, Township 13 South, Range 94 West 6th P.M. bears North 21°39'48" East 2586.76 feet and the intersection of the projected centerline of Kohler Lane with the East right of way line of said State Highway No. 65 Bears North 29°36' East 857.33 feet; Thence South 78°17' East 208 feet along the North line of said lot 59; Thence South 29°36' West 67.15 feet; Thence North 78°17' West 208 Feet to East right of way line of State Highway No. 65; Thence North 29°36' East 67.15 feet to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado Also Known as: 645 S Grand Mesa Drive, Cedaredge, CO 81413 Also known by street and number as: 645 S Grand Mesa Dr, Cedaredge, CO 81413-4016.

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, 08/29/2012, 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 7/4/2012 Last Publication 8/1/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 05/01/2012 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Attorney File # 12-01691 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent July 7, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE A 1-2 hour meeting designed to introduce the process of developing a SWPP and allow stakeholders the opportunity to provide input about the source water area will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Crawford Community Center located at 425 Colorado Highway 92, Crawford, CO 81415. Interested community members are invited to attend.

Published in the Delta County Independent July 4 and 11, 2012.

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Your kids need unstructured play time

BY MADELINE LEVINE Special to the DCI

If you’re like many parents, your child’s summer may already be booked up with “enriching activities.” Maybe you’re shipping him off to a rigorous math or computer camp designed to give him an academic edge. Or perhaps she’ll be living at home but attending an educational day camp or an intensive sports camp. At the very least you’re using the break from school to double up on her (already daunting) schedule of gymnastics and dance classes, supplemented with an ambitious summer reading list.

When will your child have time to play? Just... play?

It’s too bad that the old-fashioned notion of summer as endless free time — to climb trees, chase fireflies, build a fort in the woods, maybe set up a lemonade stand — has fallen by the wayside. This is what kids need — they need it far more than they need a high-priced summer camp or some other program aimed at cramming a little bit more learning into their exhausted brains.

Play is serious business. We tend to see it as wasted time, but it’s actually anything but.

Play is the work of childhood. It’s a classroom in which children develop a whole set of skills that really matter in life.

Indeed, research shows that children who attend play-based preschools, as opposed to academic preschools, do significantly better in school down the line.

David Elkind, one of the country’s most knowledgeable (and beloved) experts on child development, says that “play is essential to positive human development.” He recognizes that there are different types of play:

play that teaches children concepts and skills, play that initiates children into the world of peer relations, and play that helps kids develop strategies for dealing with stress.

What these variations on play have in common is that they are self-initiated and self-directed — the playing child is calling the shots.

If a child goes into his room and strums on his guitar because he loves it, that’s play. When an instructor comes into the picture and starts “teaching guitar,” the child may enjoy the experience but he’s no longer playing.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children play outside as much as possible, for at least 60 minutes a day.

Unfortunately, almost half of our children aren’t getting any time outside.

Sending kids outside to play more often would not only go a long way toward combating our childhood obesity problem, it would simultaneously allow kids to enjoy more unstructured play.

Most experts agree that kids should have twice as much unstructured free time as structured playtime. Every child is different, but as Ken Ginsburg, MD, a leading expert on resilience, says, “What every child needs is free, unscheduled time to master his or her environment.”

If you really want to up the ante, consider that tomorrow’s adults may need the skills developed by play — innovation, collaboration, problem solving, and so forth — more than any other generation before. The global economy demands them. This makes it even more ironic that time for free, unstructured, selfdirected play is at an alltime low.

So what, exactly, is it that makes play so valu-

Learn the basics of fly fishing Few activities compare with standing in a mountain stream and casting a fly to rising trout. So, if you’ve always wanted to learn how to fly fish, plan to attend a seminar July 21 sponsored

by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Fishing gear and lunch will be provided at the day-long seminar in Montrose. The day will start with classroom instruction at the Montrose Parks and Wildlife office.

Then participants will move to Chipeta Lake State Wildlife Area for some hands-on fun with

rod and reel.

All ages are welcome, but participants must have a 2012 Colorado fishing license. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes; bring a hat, sunscreen and your own water bottle.

The workshop is limited to 25 people. To register or for more information, call 252-6000, or send an e-mail to dawn. bresett@state.co.us.There is a $10 registration fee.

For more information about fishing in Colorado, see http://wildlife.state. co.us/Fishing/Pages/Fishing.aspx.

able?

It miniaturizes the world so that kids can deal with it. Play primes children for learning. Toddlers, for instance, love to climb up and down stairs.

This allows practice in reading visual cues — i.e., the height of each stair — that plain old walking doesn’t provide.

School-age children play games that have rules, which initiate them into the social institutions they’ll live and work in all their lives.

Consider the complexities involved in a simple game of chase. The running and turning and ducking under and climbing over obstacles develops motor skills, but that’s just the beginning.

Kids have to agree on the game and cooperate with each other, which are social skills. They also have to determine who’s going to be the leader, who’s going to be the follower, and when it’s time to renegotiate the roles.

This is just a small example but it shows why we should not be dismissive of play. Kids can learn more from a game of chase than from a week of leadership camp.

It teaches them how to handle stress and conflict. Consider the spats, arguments, and out-andout fights kids get into when they’re playing with their friends. If they can’t resolve or at least smooth over their disagreements, then the game will grind to a halt — and that’s not good for anyone.

Solitary play, too, provides plenty of problemsolving practice. Watch a young girl playing with her dollhouse and talking to the dolls: If her “child” steals a cookie from the cookie jar, she may try out different ways of handling the situation. Does she scold the child? Bash her over the head? Kick her out of the house?

Business leaders say that today’s young workers have a serious dearth of problem-solving skills.

While it may seem counterintuitive, making more time for play may give your child a serious edge when she enters the business world.

It’s a feast for the senses — and the senses are the vehicles for childhood learning. You can explain a concept to children all day and they won’t get it. You can show them in a classroom laboratory, and, sure, they may “get it” on some level.

But when they discover it themselves — by doing, not by listening to someone talk — ah, that’s when the light bulb really comes on.

You might tell a child, “Twelve ounces is twelve ounces no matter what kind of shape it takes.”

But when he’s playing with a glass of water and pours it into a short, fat bowl, and then pours the same water into a tall, skinny glass, he sees what you mean. Kids do not have the capacity for abstract thinking. They learn by doing. And that’s what playing is all about: doing.

It gives kids a sense of power in a world in which they are essentially powerless. This is why kids love pretend dragon-slaying so much: They are helpless in the face of real-world “dragons” like parents, teachers, and other authority figures.

Try to remember what it felt like to be small and powerless. Much of children’s fiction is on this theme (think Dorothy and her shaking clan before the hidden Wizard of Oz).

In order to push out into the world, to take risks and to craft ethical positions, kids need to feel that they have some impact on the environment. This gets rehearsed in play, helping to get kids ready to stand up to the school bully or to resist peer pressure.

It bridges the gap between imagination and creativity. All children are imaginative. Anyone who has ever seen a little girl wearing a white bathrobe and a towel draped over her head pretending she’s getting married or a little boy using a stick he found in the yard to cast wizard spells at the family dog has seen that imagination in action.

Self-directed play cultivates that imagination into creativity.

And here’s the thing: The ability to innovate — to quickly connect dots that may not be readily apparent — is critical in a workplace where the pace is blistering and customers have lim-

itless choices. A major study conducted by IBM found that the single most sought-after trait in CEOs is creativity. (“IBM Capitalizing on Complexity,” Insights from the Global Chief Executive Summary, 2009) If you want to develop that skill in your kids, let them play freely and often. Do not impose form and structure. Shun prepackaged experiences and pre-packaged toys when you can.

It teaches us about ourselves. Our sense of self must be shaped internally, not externally.

We need to learn what we’re good at and not good at — what we like and don’t like — on our own rather than being told by parents, coaches, and instructors. This is why it’s so important to let our kids try out lots of different activities (art, music, soccer, karate, gymnastics) rather than immersing them full-time in one or two that you prefer. It’s also why they need plenty of time not devoted to any structured activity at all.

In every episode of unstructured, unguided play, a child learns more and more about him or herself. It is this sense of self that provides a home base, a place to retreat to, throughout life.

Self-directed play is better for kids because ultimately they will have to turn back on their own resources and their sense of self. If they don’t have that, they will be always looking for external direction and validation. Business leaders are saying that this constant looking outside for validation makes for workers who need too much time, resources and direction.

Kids who have no down time and no time for unstructured play never get to know themselves.

They know only who others tell them they are.

Getting to know oneself takes time and emotional energy, and when all that is spent trying to get a leg up on an academic career, or become the best soccer player on the field, there is no time left for the internal work of child development.

Learning who you are takes place not in the act of doing but in the quiet spaces between things.

The more of these quiet spaces you can provide your kids, the better.

About the Author: Madeline Levine, PhD, is a clinician, consultant, and educator; the author of New York Times bestseller “The Price of Privilege” and “Teach Your Children Well”; and a cofounder of Challenge Success, a program founded at the Stanford School of Education that addresses education reform and student wellbeing. She lives outside San Francisco with her husband and is the proud mother of three newly minted adult sons.

Kids, let’s go to Bananas Kids, join the City of Delta Recreation Department for a trip to Bananas Fun Park in Grand Junction on July 12.

These trips to Bananas can include anything, from mini golf and bumper boats to go-karts and laser tag. They are for ages 8 and older and run from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The next trip is July 12; registration is $25. Registration deadline is two days prior to the trip, but space is limited so call 874-0923 to reserve your spot today.

BLM seeks private land wild horse ecosanctuaries As part of an ongoing effort to improve its wild horse and burro program, the Bureau of Land Management is soliciting proposals for private land ecosanctuaries for wild horses. The ecosanctuaries, to be publicly accessible with a potential for ecotourism, would help the BLM feed and care for excess wild horses that have been removed from western public rangelands. Each proposed ecosanctuary must be able to support at least 100 wild horses.

The official notice of solicitation can be found at www.grants.gov. To submit an application, an applicant must register on www.grants.gov

and must first obtain a Data Universal Number System (DUNS) number.

This can be obtained by going to http://fedgov. dnb.com/webform/index. jsp. After receiving a DUNS number, the applicant may proceed to the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) page and register. The CCR registration website is located at https://www.bpn.gov/ ccr/default.aspx. Completing this registration process can take up to two weeks, so applicants should work on their proposals while they are waiting for their registration confirmation.

The BLM is preparing to publish a proposed wild horse and burro

management strategy that emphasizes population control techniques; promotes public-private ecosanctuaries to hold excess wild horses and encourage ecotourism; seeks to boost adoptions by making more trained wild horses available to the public; and establishes a comprehensive animal welfare program that is built on sound science and research.

The BLM developed the proposed strategy after actively soliciting input from both the public and the agency’s wild horse and burro advisory board on how to best ensure the health of America’s wild horses and burros, both on and off the range.

PUBLIC NOTICES District Court, Delta County, Colorado Court Address: 501 Palmer Street Delta, Colorado 81416 Plaintiff(s)/Petitioner(s): TOWN OF ORCHARD CITY, COLORADO, a Colorado statutory town v.

Defendant(s)/Respondent(s): JAMES DILLON, an individual and all unknown persons who claim interest Attorney or Party Without Attorney (Name and Address): Larry B. Beckner P.O. Box 220 Grand Junction, Colorado 81502 Phone Number: (970) 245-4300 FAX Number: (970) 243-4358 E-mail: larry@becknerpc.com Atty. Reg. # 8090 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANT(S) You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint [petition] filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication.

A copy of the complaint [petition] may be obtained from the clerk of the court.

If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint [petition] in writing, within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint [petition] without further notice.

This is an action: to quiet title.

Dated: June 19, 2012 Published in the Delta County Independent First Publication: June 27, 2012.

Last Publication: July 25, 2012. /s/ Larry B. Beckner Attorney for Plaintiff(s)/ Petitioner(s) Published in the Delta County Independent June 27, July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The City of Delta, will receive sealed bids at the City of Delta Public Works Department, 360 Main Street, Delta, Colorado, for the DELTA COUNTY CANNERY (DCC) DEMOLITION PROJECT until 2:00 P.M. on July 26th, 2012. Bids will not be opened in public.

This project will consist of the demolition and removal of the DCC Building and Possibly the Burned out Building to the West. Located at the far west end of 11th street in Delta, Colorado. All work will be managed under the direction of the City of Delta Public Works Department.

The Contract Documents will be available beginning June 27th, 2012. The Contract Documents may be obtained in person at the following location from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays, or online at the city website www.cityofdelta. net.

City of Delta City Hall 360 Main Street Delta, CO 81416 The Contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder, as determined by the statement of qualifications and the bid, which is deemed to be in the best interest of the City. The City reserves the right to accept the bid by a competent bidder that will result in the lowest cost to the City. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any Bid without disclosing the reason therefore.

No bids may be withdrawn after the opening of bids, without consent of City of Delta, for a period of sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of opening of bids. The

successful bidder or bidders will be required to furnish satisfactory performance and payment bonds equal to the full amount of each bid or proposal if the bid exceeds $50,000 as outlined in the contract.

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

Published in the Delta County Independent June 27 and July 4, 2012.

NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT PROJECT #MTCE R300-185 PROJECT ID #18830 In accordance with the notice provisions contained in 38-26107 C.R.S. 1973 as amended, the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, STATE OF COLORADO has established July 26, 2012 as the date of final settlement date with CC Enterprises for Project #MTCE R300-185, Project ID #18830, in Mesa, Delta, and Montrose Counties. Work consists of sign panel and post replacement in various locations.

Claims containing a verified statement of the amounts due and unpaid must be in the form of a written affidavit and must be received by the CONTROLLER, Department of Transportation at 4201 E. Arkansas Avenue, Denver, Colorado, 80222, on or before 5:00 p.m. of the final settlement date above.

Timothy J. Harris, P.E., Chief Engineer, Department of Transportation Published in the Delta County Independent July 4 and 11, 2012.

NOTICE OF MEETING DELTA COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Delta County will sit as the County Board of Equalization in the Delta County

Courthouse, Commissioners’ Meeting Room No. 236, beginning July 1, 2012, as provided in C.R.S. 39-8-104, as amended, to review the assessment roll of all taxable property located in Delta County as prepared by the Delta County Assessor, to hear appeals from determinations of the Assessor and to schedule hearings for such properly filed appeals.

REAL PROPERTY PETITIONS for hearing before the Board of Equalization must be received or postmarked on or before July 15, 2012.

PERSONAL PROPERTY PETITIONS for hearing before the Board of Equal-ization must be received or postmarked on or before July 20, 2012.

Hearings on appeals will be held on July 25, 2012 through July 27, 2012.

Ann B. Eddins Delta County Clerk & Recorder Published in the Delta County Independent July 4, 2012.

Delta County, Colorado District Court Court Address: 501 Palmer, Room 338, Delta, Colorado 81416 Phone Number: (970) 874-6280 Plaintiff(s)/Petitioner(s) and Address: Carolyn Reed Defendant(s)/Respondent(s) and Address: Jennifer Altamirano and Lucio Duran-Altamirano Case Number 12 DR 104 CONSOLIDATED PUBLICATION OF NOTICE Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in this Court, under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the above Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process and that efforts to obtain same would be to no avail, and has ordered one publication of a Consolidated

Notice of said proceedings.

ACTION # 2012 DR 104 RESPONDENT PARTY Lucio Duran-Altamirano NATURE OF ACTION Allocation of Parental Responsibilities You are further notified that a copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court during regular business hours and that default judgment may be entered against that party upon whom service is made by this notice if he or she failed to appear or file a response within 30 days after the date of this publication.

Dated this 20th day of June, 2012.

MANDY ALLEN Clerk of Court By: /s/ Sara R. Towsley Deputy Clerk (COURT SEAL) Published in the Delta County Independent July 4, 2012.

REQUEST FOR BIDS The City of Delta is requesting bids from interested parties for the salvage of all or part of 1 house and outbuilding located at 205 Columbia Street and the salvage of all or part of two (2) industrial buildings located at 521 Bridge Street (former Ag Services Business) and four (4) warehouse type buildings at the former Triantos auto salvage property immediately south of 521 Bridge Street. Interested parties are asked to provide sealed bids indicating which components will be salvaged and the price to be paid to the City for said salvage. Preference for salvage will be given to any bidder who pays for the complete salvage of an entire structure.

Bids will be due on July 19, 2012 by 3:00 p.m. at City Hall, attn: Jim Hatheway, 360 Main Street, Delta, CO 81416. Bids shall be labeled as Salvage Bids 2012. Successful bidder(s) shall also hold harmless

and indemnify the City and its officers against any claims arising from entering the property and salvaged material removal. Successful bidders will have until 31 August 2012 to remove salvage items, unless otherwise identified in writing by the City. All items remaining after that date will be deemed abandoned. Payment must be received by the City prior to removal of any item by the successful bidder.

Prospective bidders wishing to inspect the buildings shall contact either Jim Hatheway (874-7912) or Phil Riley (275-1844) to arrange an appointment a minimum of 48 hours prior to the desired inspection.

The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities in bids, and to accept the bid that is in the best interest of the City of Delta, Colorado.

City of Delta, Colorado By: Jim Hatheway, Public Works Director Published in the Delta County Independent July 4 and 11, 2012.

Delta County, Colorado District Court Court Address: 501 Palmer, Room 338, Delta, Colorado 81416 Phone Number: (970) 874-6280 Plaintiff(s)/Petitioner(s) and Address: Sean Berigan Defendant(s)/Respondent(s) and Address: Betty Berigan Case Number 12 DR 83 CONSOLIDATED PUBLICATION OF NOTICE Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in this Court, under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the above Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process and that efforts to obtain same would

be to no avail, and has ordered one publication of a Consolidated Notice of said proceedings.

ACTION # 2012 DR 83 RESPONDENT PARTY Betty Berigan NATURE OF ACTION Dissolution of Marriage You are further notified that a copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court during regular business hours and that default judgment may be entered against that party upon whom service is made by this notice if he or she failed to appear or file a response within 30 days after the date of this publication.

Dated this 20th day of June, 2012.

MANDY ALLEN Clerk of Court By: /s/ Sara R. Towsley Deputy Clerk (COURT SEAL) Published in the Delta County Independent July 4, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of SANDRA J. BOYLE, Deceased Case Number 2012 PR 47 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 October 25, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Raymond W. Boyle Personal Representative 29501 P50 Road Hotchkiss, CO 81419 Attorney for the Estate Sandra J. Nettleton, #42411 Briscoe & Associates, P.C. P.O. Box 120 Hotchkiss, CO 81419 970-872-3118 Published in the Delta County Independent July 4, 11 and 18, 2012.

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Summer worship Jesus’ love flows at dance camp offered vacation Bible school Praise His Name! Worship Dance ministry out of Crawford is hosting a three-day dance intensive July 30-Aug. 1 at First Baptist Church in Delta that includes an outreach presentation to a local nursing home and a family presentation social following the camp.

The theme for this year’s camp is “Rivers of Living Water: The Refreshing and Healing Waters of our Heavenly Father.” The camp is offered to children ages 5 years old through adult.

No prior dance experience is required. Students will have a core class that

includes devotional time, warm-up, free dance and learned dances. Each class will learn a Hebraic dance to perform and be part of a finale ballet interpretative dance. A variety of workshops will be offered in the camp including Hebraic, ballet, music, drama, purity, missions outreach and creative worship. Boys will take part in a self defense warrior workshop.

Camp participants will have the opportunity to minister to residents of a local nursing home by presenting their dances on Wednesday, Aug. 1,

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

following the camp. Additionally as part of the missions outreach workshop, students will do a hands-on project that will reach out to the world.

Youth and adults in the area are encouraged to be part of this exciting and growing ministry. Camp cost is $55 per student.

A 10 percent discount is available to families registering three or more students. Scholarships are also available.

Camp registration deadline is July 20. To register, go online to www.

GivePraisetoHisName. org or call Kristie Martin, co-director, at 921-5478.

9:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

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

10:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Our church could be your home.”

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

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

(Missouri Synod) 1000 Pioneer Road • 874-3052 Pastor Jeffrey Ryan Worship Service 9:00 a.m.

Bible Classes and Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Tiny Treasures Preschool

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

ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 628 Meeker St., Delta • 874-3300 Father Canice Enyiaka Saturday: Confession Mass Sunday: English Mass Spanish Mass Daily Mass Mon.-Fri.

4:00-5:00 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:00 Noon 8:00 a.m.

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING 658 Howard St., Delta Rev. Kay Spinden • 874-3425 Sunday Services 10:30 a.m.

1061 Meeker St., Delta • cofchrist.org 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. Children’s Classes Science of Mind Classes Also Available For more information call 626-3347

COMMUNITY OF CHRIST

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC) 1290 A St., Delta • 874-9497 Pastor: Randy Unruh Website: www.calvarydelta.org E-Mail: office@calvarydelta.org Sunday: Bible Study Morning Worship

9:00 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

SURFACE CREEK

NORTH FORK

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CEDAREDGE

involved in celebrating what they’ve learned.

Family members and friends are encouraged to join us daily for this special time at 8:10 p.m.”

Join VBS MondayFriday, July 9-13, with a closing program on Sunday, July 15, at 10:15 a.m. A luau will follow the program. Call Pastor Linda Aubery at 874-8922 or 874-4647 for registration forms or more information. The program is free.

Delta’s First Church of God is located at 1102 Howard Street (corner of 11th and Howard).

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!

ADVENTIST CHURCH

GARNET MESA BAPTIST CHURCH

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

SURFACE CREEK

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 863 A Street, Delta Jerry Hilterbrand, Pastor • 874-4837 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Services 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m.

Independent, Fundamental

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH

Jesus’ love flow home, experience electrifying Bible adventures, and create Bible point crafts they’ll take home and enjoy all summer long.”

“Lava Lava Island is an exciting way for kids to learn more about Jesus’ love,” says children’s Pastor Linda Aubery. “We’ll be studying stories about the life of Jesus. Plus, kids will demonstrate the love of Jesus by collecting canned foods for a local Christian shelter for needy families. We will conclude each day with a festive lava lava luau that gets everyone

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.

Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Sunday Night Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

All Welcome EL BUEN PASTOR SPANISH ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Delta’s First Church of God invites children to “Lava Lava Island: Where Jesus’ Love Flows,” July 9-13 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

“This year our church is overflowing with excitement as we explore Lava Lava Island,” said Pastor Bob Aubery. “Our Lava Lava Island program will provide fun, memorable Bible-learning activities for kids in kindergarten through fifth grades. Each day kids will sing catchy songs, play teamworkbuilding games, nibble tropical treats, take on a daily challenge to let

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.

Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

FREE CHURCH Christ Centered Country Church Meets at Cedaredge Community Center Independent and Fundamental www.newhopefree.org Pastor Bill Williamson 856-4458 Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

HOTCHKISS COMMUNITY Children’s Church 10:45 a.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Nursery Available 2nd & Orchard, Hotchkiss • Office: 872-3540 Men’s Breakfast 1st & 3rd Sat. 7:00 at Ole Bakery Pastor John Hiestand • 872-4881 Youth Groups — schedules vary Sanctuary is handicapped accessible Call for time and place Children's and Adult’s Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship Service 11:00 a.m.

Peace Circle, 2nd Tues.

12:30 p.m.

Wearhouse hours: Monday 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

CEDAREDGE COMMUNITY 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 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Bob Watts, Pastor Emeritus OF HOTCHKISS Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

203 W. Main, Hotchkiss • Church 872-3313 Worship Services 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 a.m.

Communion Worship First Sunday 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.

ST. PHILIP BENIZI CATHOLIC CHURCH 290 N.W. Cedar Ave., P.O. Box 713 Cedaredge, CO 81413 Rev. Canice Enyiaka, Pastor Sunday: 8:00 a.m. Mass Tuesday: 6:00 p.m. Mass For more information, call 970-856-6495

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

235 North Fork, Paonia • 527-3214 Saturday Evening Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

ST. MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Bridge & Pinon St., Hotchkiss • 527-3214 Sunday Mass 11:00 a.m.

PAONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 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

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.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

20101 Deer Creek Rd., Austin • 835-3667 (Missouri Synod) www.allsaintslutheranco.org 5th & North Fork, Paonia DELTA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Tom Lange, Pastor at the Northwest corner of City Park 5th & Meeker Streets, Delta • Office — 874-9501 Sunday: Pastor Duane O. Daeke • 527-3232 delta.umc@juno.com Worship 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 9:00 a.m.

Reverend Siaosi Prescott Adult Bible Class 9:00 a.m. Lent Worship Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Bible Study following worship service Youth Group 5:30 p.m.

Open Communion (1st & 3rd Sundays) Visitors Always Welcome.

Communion Worship 1st Sunday

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B A C K P A G E

Prescription for success Photos submitted

Nicholas Breitnauer on graduation day at the University of Colorado-Boulder in 2009. He graduated summa cum laude with a degree in molecular, cellular, developmental biology and is doing clinical rotations as a third-year medical student at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

BY VON MITCHELL Staff Writer

t’s more than a couple aspirin. It’s more than rest, ice, compression, and elevation. It’s God-given talent mixed with an awful lot of hard work and sacrifice.

It’s insatiable curiosity blended with joy and enthusiasm.

It’s a desire to serve, to help.

It’s the ability to make other people better, and Nicholas Breitnauer has it like a case of the hives. It’s like a drug where the Rx never expires and refills are unlimited. This is Nicky B.’s prescription for success.

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A sense of where you’re from “Nicky B! Nicky B!” went the cheers. His classmates at Cedaredge High School were going nuts — some swooning and some just going hoarse yelling for the fab frosh to shoot the three. Nicholas Breitnauer (Nicky B.) was a #53-wearin’, five-foot-plus-alittle, smiling point guard in reserve on the Bruins team which played for the state basketball championship in the spring of 2002, and he was unquestionably a fan favorite.

In the years to come, Nicky B. justified that popularity as he became a wonderful floor leader and all-conference player for the Bruins. But his accomplishments as a basketball player are just the tip of the iceberg when you’re talking about Nicky B. Fast-forward 10 years.

Nicholas is now doing clinical rotations as a third-year medical student at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver. He graduated summa cum laude from CU-Boulder in 2009 with a degree in molecular, cellular, developmental biology (did your major have four words in it?) after attending for four years on a Boettcher scholarship. He finished with a 3.82 GPA and was named Co-Leader of the Year by the Colorado Leadership Alliance in 2009 as well as one of the “Outstanding Graduates” by the College of Arts and Sciences. This former valedictorian from Cedaredge High School (Class of 2005) wants

to become a small-town family physician. Though he’s been away for some time now, his sense of community is strong and he’s proud of his Cedaredge roots.

“One of the biggest things I took away from growing up in a small town is my inherent need to be part of a community,” says Nicholas. “Since I’ve gone to college and medical school, I have this desire to find a smaller community within the larger community.

When I’m back in Cedaredge, it just seems like the perfect size. So, whether I’m in a big city or not, I feel like I need to find some kind of smaller enclave.”

“Another thing,” continues Nicholas, “is that there was a bit of a chip on my shoulder because I came from a small town. I wanted to prove to the world that I could make it. That is a little gone by the wayside for me now, but what I’ve taken from growing up in a small community is that I want to return to a small community. If all things worked out well, I’d love to move back to Cedaredge. I’d really love to serve the community that gave me a lot of opportunities growing up.”

“Nick is true to himself,” adds his good friend and former teammate, Brandon Baker. “He has an understanding of who he is, and it’s all grounded in the small town.”

The medical path

“Interestingly enough, I began thinking about becoming a doctor during my sophomore year when I was hanging out with Arvid Eriksen (a foreign exchange student hosted by the Breitnauers in 2003),” says Nick. “I asked him what he wanted to do because he seemed like he had all the answers, and he said that he wanted to be a doctor like his uncle in Africa who does reconstructive surgery for children with cleft palates and for burn victims.

That got the idea going in my mind. So, with my father being a pharmacist and with my major having the initials ‘MD’ in it, the idea just kept gaining momentum.

“My parents never sat me

A dose of advice

This yearbook photo shows Nick Breitnauer in his #53 basketball uniform. A standout athlete at Cedaredge High School, he was valedictorian of his Class of 2005 and went on to the University of Colorado-Boulder with a Boettcher scholarship. down and talked to me about my future plans in explicit terms, but the lessons they passed on to me were general, broad-stroke concepts. It was always expected that I was going to be a hard worker.

Settling for mediocrity was unacceptable. It’s not that they forced it down my throat.

It was just the culture around our house. I think I internalized it at an early age.”

“My dad,” continues Nicholas, “was always away working so hard, especially when I was young. I didn’t quite understand it at the time, but I’ve gotten to know him more and more as I’ve grown up, and I see there is a lot of sacrifice involved in being a health-care professional.

There’s something noble about it in that you serve the community, but I can also

see where it’s a tough balance to strike between your job and your personal life.

I go into becoming a doctor with the burden of wanting to be a good servant to the community, but also with the burden of wanting to be a good family man. It will be a tough balance to strike, I’m sure. But the way my parents loved and supported me set the bar for how I want to be.”

For sure, Nick paid attention. Along the way he also developed that special skill that is particularly valuable to doctors — the ability to listen. “Nick has a superior ability to listen. In fact, he’s the best listener I’ve ever met,” adds Brandon Baker.

“He settles for nothing but excellence. He’s going to be a great doctor!”

Without question, Delta County has produced some very accomplished individuals. Thousands, if not millions, of dollars are divvied out each year to the county’s top achievers, which commonly include Boettcher winners, Daniels’ Fund scholars, and Monfort winners to boot.

Every student has a story.

Nicky B. is no different. He’s exceptional, though, in that he’s quick to acknowledge those who helped him along the way. He also wants to help those who are following suit.

“A strong support group was immeasurably important to me,” says Nick. “Everyone needs a core group of people to go to and rely on. Another key for me was to have a mentor and to mentor someone else while I was in college. I was stretched in one way while I stretched someone else in another. Something like that just puts you in a good place.

“Completely diving in to what I was passionate about also made a difference for me” adds Nick. “I was passionate about medicine, so I took an EMT class. I took a CPR class.

Then I taught a CPR class.

Then I shadowed an orthopedic surgeon. I did research. I did whatever it took to completely flesh out what I was interested in. Whenever you get really involved in what you’re passionate about, doors open.

“If I had any advice to give to young people, I’d say number one is read as much as possible. Read for fun. Read magazines. Read books — anything to expand your limits. Reading books is a big way that I found what I was passionate about. Number two would be to get involved with at least one service opportunity or activity and to pour yourself into it completely. You’re not living well unless you’re serving well. Number three would be to enjoy where you are right now! Get involved.

Get outside. Get out in the Adobes. Get up on Grand Mesa. Go fishing. Take it all in! The rest of the world will come to you eventually, but while you’re growing up, enjoy where you are!”

That, folks, is good medicine for anyone.