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“This economic recovery started 18 months ago; the Great Recession, from a fundamental economy standpoint lasted from 2007 to 2016.” – Jay Davidson First American State Bank
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This week The Villager is publishing a special section, Progress and Trends, incorporated with theCorridor.biz on progress and trends from area businesses. Those involved in the section range from the Denver South EDP to RTD and cities covered by The Villager. All were asked a question on what they see
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Henry Sobanet here were 300 business and government leaders that came to CU South Denver in Lone Tree Jan. 18 to hear highly respected local experts Henry Sobanet and J.J. Ament present a 2019 economic forecast for our state.
Sobanet, chief financial officer of the CSU system, was formerly director of the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting under Gov. John Hickenlooper and earlier under Gov. Bill Owens. He began with a presentation of changing age group projections. Between
2018 and 2025, Colorado’s population is projected to grow 11 percent, but 65 to 74-year-olds will increase 23 percent and the 85+ age group will increase 22 percent, resulting in the state’s overall population being heavily skewed to the reContinued on page 7
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In a display of civility frequently missing in politics and government, even at the local level, departing city council members in Cherry Hills Village were graciously thanked and acknowledged for their service by
fellow elected officials, city staff and community members Jan. 15 before stepping aside in favor of those who prevailed in the November election. Before the official meeting, outgoing Mayor Laura Christman took city council members, their guests, and CHV board and commission members on a tour of the new city hall, scheduled to
open next month, under budget and on time. She was especially proud of the many spaces reserved for art and the new city council chamber, designed to also function as a multi-purpose room for community events for up to 125 people, complete with an attached outdoor patio with mountain views. The room was also designed with special secu-
rity features for council members and CHV’s municipal judge, who holds court there. After calling the city council meeting to order, Christman and outgoing city council member Earl Hoellen received accolades from their peers and several CHV residents. They were given gifts and plaques in appreciation for their dedication and service.
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Then the meeting was adjourned. A few minutes later, mayor-elected Russell Stewart was sworn in, along with new city council member Afshin Safavi and re-elected members Katy Brown and Mike Gallagher. Then the city council got down to business, taking these actions before adjourning for the evening: • Passed an intergovernmental agreement with the City and County of Denver and the Colorado Department of Transportation regarding maintenance of the soon-tobe-constructed High Line Canal Underpasses at Hampden Avenue and Colorado Boulevard. The estimated budget impact to CHV is $2,000 to $5,000 per year. • Accepted a $10,000 donation from the Cherry Hills Land Preserve for trees and landscaping at John Meade Park. • Received reports from city staff members, including Police Chief Michelle Tovrea, who shared that Officer Cory Sack’s use of force in the home invasion incident in which he was shot last summer was deemed justified after a formal review by the Office of the District Attorney. She also told council that Sack is in good spirits as he continues his rehabilitation and hopes to be released for light duty soon. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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Noon receives first Hogan Award at mayors retreat
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The Colorado Metro Mayors Caucus held its annual retreat Jan. 12 at the PACE Center in Parker. Area mayors Ron Rakowsky of Greenwood Village and Jackie Millet of Lone Tree are on the
executive committee of the 40-member caucus. At the retreat, Rakowsky announced that the caucus’ first Stephen D. Hogan Award was being conferred on former Centennial Mayor Cathy Noon. “Our colleague, Steve Hogan was an extraordinary leader, who demonstrated for
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America’s oldest columnist celebrates a birthday Mort, Mort, Mort, you old Battle of The Bulge combat veteran, I know that Edie is planning an Open House for your birthday Jan. 29 when you will reach 94. Your journalistic pal Bob Reuteman is going to do a national story on your 35-year history of being a continuous columnist for The Villager, we think that makes you the oldest living columnist in America. Add to that you won a silver star in your infantry unit in that Bastogne forest battle when the Nazi army attempted to break through American lines. I enjoyed your column last week on Martin Luther King Jr. You do your research on these important people and events that have molded the character of America and local journalism in this weekly newspaper. I see you now as a noted historian who
has lived many of your columns that you write about and you have met people who have impacted lives. You have met Winston Churchill, Gen. Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan, Jack Kemp, and you watched Babe Ruth play baseball, just to name a few of the celebrities that you have encountered in your life span. You were a colleague of Gov. Bill Owens and you and Realtor wife Edie Marks have cut a wide swath through Arapahoe County real estate and politics. Edie’s public service and work ethic unmatched in her successful career. Your two daughters and grandchildren are also picking up the torch and are already at young ages making headlines in sports and music. Somehow you survived the shelling and bitter cold in your foxhole as a young university student who enlisted to serve your country as infantryman private Marks
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The snowfall in the mountains is wonderful and this insures the water supply for our depleted dams and lakes. While new homes are blossoming across the front range the mountain ranges must supply the future water supply from winter snows. Storage is vital, and both Denver and Aurora have done a masterful job of water development and storage across the mountain river drainages. There will come a year when the snow doesn’t come, and we will have to depend upon storage facilities and water conservation. Water is the vital to our state today and tomorrow. ***
winning medals and becoming an eventual battlefield officer. You were headed to fight the Japanese in the Pacific as American forces prepared to attack Japan. Truman’s decision to use the atom bomb against Japan probably saved your life and thousands of other American soldiers. Each week I marvel at your editorial skills and you meet all the deadlines on schedule. You are a great teacher and journalistic treasure. I’ve suggested a book of your best 1,500 columns. Visiting with you this past week I noticed that the snow and ice had deep ruts with your streets going unplowed. You live in the Hills of Cherry Creek that is part of unincorporated Arapahoe County where they must not plow residential streets. Maybe you should be annexed into Greenwood Village where they take good care of their residents. You and Edie are leading citizens and we’re proud of you both.
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There was a business story in our Corridor section last week about the new RTD board election of new directors and officers. Seven new directors were elected to the 15-member board who in-turn elect their leadership. Doug Tisdale, former mayor of Cherry Hills, lawyer, chamber executive, skillful charity auctioneer, was re-elected chairman of this prestigious board for a second term. He is a powerful leader, a great spokesman and public servant, all with a warm smile and gracious style. He’s on loan to RTD, one of the largest mass transit systems in America where he meets the challenges
of this vast rail network. RTD is so vital to present and future growing traffic challenges and business development growth opportunities that provide jobs. Someday a fast bullet train from Ft. Collins to Pueblo may become a reality. Another route up to Georgetown might also ease some of the I-70 congestion. Transportation visionaries need to step up to the plate. DIA, or DEN, now the largest state industry with 35,000 employees at the airport now undergoing major renovations. Congratulations to Tisdale and a “Thank You” for your service to RTD and South Metro
Chamber of Commerce along with all of the other public service that goes unheralded. *** A worthy note about the new Alpine Bank that has opened a new facility adjacent to Belleview Station in the new Kentwood/Moore building. Years ago, I started a newspaper in Carbondale while I owned The Glenwood Sage Reminder newspaper and expanded up the Valley toward Aspen. Bob Young was just starting his first bank in Carbondale 46 years ago and we were both eager youngsters Continued on page 5
Memories and nostalgia come with a birthday I’m 94. empty lots and large rocks served as bases. Here I sit broken hearted, Baseball equipment, especially the ball, was My friends have all parted. always in short supply, fielders’ BY MORT REMARKS MARKS Some are in heavgloves were scarce, and catchen, some are in hell. er’s masks were non-existent. But when I knew them, they were When a ball’s cover came off, we would tape it, and owning All really swell! a baseball brought with it the Yes, my 94th birthday is here, and there are three things that have privilege of being the team’s indicated to me that I am getting captain, the rule maker and older. First, the loss of memothe umpire on close calls. The only one with more power ry and I just cannot remember than the baseball owner was the the other two, which proves that ball owner’s mother, for it was she, who decided H.L. Mencken was correct when he said when a game would end. Regardless of the score that, “Old age ain’t no place for sissies.” or the inning, when she called the game ended. “Remembering,” however, can be inCan you believe that we didn’t have a teresting and so looking back on my past television in those days? But we did have generation, I remember that mine was the wonderful radio shows such as, Jack Armgeneration that spun our tops, battered our strong, Dick Tracy, Jack Benny, Eddie Cantaped up baseballs, while our parents strugtor, and Fred Allen which brought all of us gled through the 1930s which was the worst together around the radio and entertained us depression years this world has ever seen. without the use of profanity or sex jokes. My mom cooked every day and when dad We, who were fortunate enough to got home from work, we would all sit down go to college, were suddenly plucked at the kitchen table and eat together. I can still from our campuses at the ripe old age remember that if I didn’t like what was on my of 18 and sent to fight in a war. plate, I was told to just sit there until I did like We experienced the last of what was truly a it. I couldn’t get up because in those days you universal draft. No one escaped by traveling to had to have permission to leave the table. Canada, Cuba or attending a theology school. In those so-called “good old days” a considerable down payment was needed before a The law of the land was simply stated, “If he home could be bought so many of my friends’ breathes, he goes.” And, go we did, first to basic training and then to Europe or Asia to fight. parents were home renters and yearly movers. But, suddenly it all changed. World War Since there were no Visa, America Express, II ended, and out of that tragedy and chaos or Discover cards you bought what you could afford because payments were made with cash. the drama curtain lifted and the world itself changed. Now, no generation ever had My parents never drove me to little league a brighter looking future than mine did. football, baseball or soccer games, because Ours was the only nation to come through there was no such things as little leagues. No the depression and tragic war stronger than mothers or fathers around to bother us or supervise our game. For playing fields, we used when we entered. We had whipped the Ger-
mans and the “Japs.” There seemed no end to the things we could do. The future belonged to us. Our county was the world leader. And, with the help of the United Nations Organization, we were going to lead all the people of all nations into a perfect world. We came home to roaring inflation. Everybody had money, war-bond money, savings account money, overtime money, army, navy discharge money, all of which filled our pockets and purses. I remember that my generation turned eagerly to General Eisenhower to lead us into the 50s, which he did so well. We remained the top nation in the world while winding down the Korean War. Then something went wrong in the 60s and 70s that we never fully understood. Even though we may not have agreed with his politics, we didn’t understand President Kennedy’s assassination, nor how people could burn churches in Mississippi, riot in Watts or burn apartment buildings in New York, Washington and Detroit. We, who had fought to win a World War and did just that, didn’t understand the strategy or politics of Vietnam and couldn’t understand the hatred it provoked in our country, it is still hard to believe that some of our country’s people actually did spit on some of our returning soldiers. Yes, our country changed and as we ponder and discuss the future changes that today’s president has planned for us let us remember that this is still the free country that our founding fathers gave birth to and for which we fought many wars so that in a free election such as was recently held, our government could be changed by new freely elected officials.
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Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics, and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me, and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”
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Will Trump be soon getting another supreme court pick? Buried between news stories of the partial government shutdown and President Trump serving fast food to the Clemson football team is news of the Supreme Court. Not another decision, but the health or lack of, of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. After the circus of Kavanaugh hearings and confirmation, expect the confirmation of a Ginsburg replacement to make the Kavanaugh process look like a walk in the park. Last December, Ginsburg had surgery to remove a lobe of her lung as two suspicious lung nodules were found. The previous month she fell, fracturing three ribs. Presumably, the lung nodules were found on X-ray after her fall. A week before her lung surgery she told a group of supporters, “My health is fine.” Perhaps the Clinton appointed justice is borrowing a page from Bill Clinton, parsing the meaning of “health” and “fine.” She had colon cancer in 1999 and pancreatic cancer in 2009, both of which can spread to the lungs. The lungs are a common site for metastases as the entire blood supply flows through the lungs, carrying cancer cells from remote parts of the body. If these nodules were not
metastatic, then she would have primary lung cancer. While possible, having three different types of cancer is unusual. Ginsburg was not a smoker which makes lung cancer less likely. BY BRIAN C. Occam’s Razor JOONDEPH suggests metastatic cancer. Thus far, the histology of the nodules is unknown, at least to the public. If her cancer is metastatic, it is considered stage 4, with the worst prognosis. For stage 4 colon cancer, the five-year survival is 15 percent. For pancreatic cancer, the 5-year survival for stage 4 disease is much worse at only 3 percent. Justice Ginsburg’s fall may have allowed her lung nodules to be discovered early. Eventually, they would be found but may have grown to the point where surgery was impossible. Why did she fall? Falls are common in the elderly and are a leading cause of injury and death. Cancer occasionally spreads to the brain, affecting balance, but her doctors likely checked for this after her fall. Cardiac issues also cause lightheadedness and fall. Ginsburg had a cardiac stent placed in 2014. As an 85-year-old, she has had her share of health issues and I wish her well in her recovery. She exercises regular-
Barbwire Bob starting into business. I banked with him and now he is the founder and board chairman of 39 Alpine banks across Colorado. Another business story in Corridor last week about Alpine Bank is that they are offering loans up to one month’s net salary to Colorado based Federal employees who have been furloughed without paychecks. No accrued interest until six months after the shutdown ends. Nice work from our new area bank and Bob Young. *** Arapahoe County Republicans are bouncing back from a shocking defeat of major county officers during the last election. Dorothy Gotlieb is announcing her candidacy for GOP county chairman. She has served 16 years in public office and was majority whip in the state Legislature. Littleton State Representative HD-32 Susan Beckman is tossing her hat into the political contest for State GOP Chairman that will be contested in late March. There are more women in both political parties are serving in county, state and national leadership roles. More women in U.S Congress than any time in history. ***
ly which may help her bounce back after a series of major medical issues. In fact, the RBG Workout has been published as a book. A young Politico writer tried the workout and said, “It nearly broke me.” That’s the unfortunate state of fitness in America when a millennial male can’t keep up with an 85-year-old woman in the gym. What’s next for Ginsburg? She first has to recover from her thoracic surgery. That alone is no small feat in someone her age. As her medical challenges mount, her ability to serve on the nation’s highest court comes into question. Reportedly she is already back up and working, from home. Then again, she has canceled events in New York and California. So, who knows? With her inevitable retirement, expect the left to go ballistic when Trump nominates a conservative to replace this very liberal justice. Will the Senate beclown themselves again or give the president his constitutional prerogative to nominate? Will they “advise and consent” or go stark raving mad as they did with Kavanaugh? In the meantime, let’s wish Ginsburg a speedy recovery but be sure to get a good seat for the Senate circus when she eventually retires.
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Marc Holtzman, member of the Gov. Bill Owen’s team and DU president visited Colorado last month speaking to the U.S. Indian Chamber of Commerce. He is now a leading world banker in Rwanda and Kazakhstan. Now the ambassador of Kazakhstan is heading to Denver and will make an appearance at an invitational event at the South Metro Chamber later this month. I Googled this county of 18 million people and discovered a huge chuck of land mass from the former USSR. The ambassador is no doubt interested in tourism and business development in this rising state. Google the location and you’ll be impressed with what you see. *** Newly formed Metro Club was hosted at the home of Arlene Mohler Johnson Friday night with well over 100 guests, members, and prospective members of the new organization. No building yet, but the new group is forming for monthly business and social events. A great place to meet new and old friends. Scottie Iverson is leading the charge for membership Info: swan@denverswan.com ***
Laura Christman and Earl Hoellen bidding adieu at their last Cherry Hills council meeting. Both class acts and leading the city through the tough assignment of building a new city hall, and relocation of the maintenance facilities. Public service is tough duty these days and Villagers owe these folks a big “Thank You” Katy Brown was elected Mayor pro-tem as another rising female star. *** Attended a Colorado Press Association legisla-
A warrior for civil rights has retired It seems so appropriate that a civil leader has chosen to retire after 36 years of public service during Aurora’s weeklong celebration of the life of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honorary Dr. Barbara Shannon Banister, the retiring chief of Aurora’s Division of Community Relations, is leaving an enormous legacy of public service for the citizens of Aurora. Her legacy includes the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration program that is Dr. Barbara Shannon Banister in its 33rd year of providing a weeklong celebration of her) started Grand Design, King’s civil rights legacy. Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to She founded the Aurora Key preserving and keeping alive Community Response Team the cultural performing arts and the Aurora Community of African-American. of Faith. Her leadAll this and so ership in these promuch more. Her grams have helped proudest? Perhaps it is build a strong and the fact she pushed for respectful relationdollars to be dedicated ship between the to the Aurora Race Aurora Police and Forum, featuring regFire Departments ular discussions on the and the Aurora implications of race in community at- large. She has the city, and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. life-size statearned praise from commuue, located outside the MLK nity leaders across the state Library, on Colfax. for these programs. Her awards are too numerShe, along with her husous to mention, yet I must band, Gordy, established acknowledge being named the Aurora chapter of the National Association for the Woman of the Year by the Advancement of Colored Aurora Chamber of ComPeople; one of the strongest merce. chapters in the State of ColAll-in-all, a walking legorado. And does anyone reacy of what is good about member the Ball at the Mall? Aurora. Barbara, I thank you. Kaleidoscope? What a wonFor all that you have given, derful way to celebrate the for all of who you are, and diversity that is Aurora! for what is next. So, this is Ms. BSB (said with love certainly not goodbye. Let’s and respect by all who know end this with “Chao baby.” tive reception at the Denver Press Club and met some of the new Representatives and Senators. Many new faces in this year’s legislature with a total Democratic sweep of major state offices. I’m supportive of Gov. Jared Polis’s proposed program to provide all-day kindergarten to all children, regardless of ability to pay. We shouldn’t be basing basic elementary education on income, race or gender. All of these little kids should be given equal opportunity to have a strong early education that is so
important in future school years. My only issue would be the estimated high cost when we already have the teachers and classrooms available for more children. These children can do half-day programs now, but have to leave at noon, many without hot lunch. I hope it works out and funds, cost and facilities can be found for these children. Seems we can find $45,000 a year to put a youth in prison so providing all children with an early education is a good investment.
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A senior Arapahoe District Court judge has ruled that criminal cases against two Cherry Creek School District employees arising from a grand jury indictment charging them with failure to report child abuse should be dismissed. The judge found the statute of limitations had run out on the offenses before the indictment. The Arapahoe County Court trial judge had ruled in response to a defense motion seeking dismissal that the crime of failure to report child abuse is a “continuing offense,” and that the statute of limitations does not run until the crime is discovered or the abuse is finally reported. Senior Judge Schapanski’s decision overruled the trial court. “This ruling highlights the tremendous risk of danger to our children created by an extremely weak law. This ruling and the inadequacy of the mandatory
reporter law means that a teacher, a therapist, a member of the clergy, or many others who know about the abuse of our children — and is required by law to report such abuse to the authorities — could escape responsibility for choosing to protect the abuser, instead of our children, if they just keep a secret for as little as 18 months. In a society that claims to want to protect the most vulnerable among us, how does that make any sense?” said George Brauchler, district attorney. “I urge the attorney general to appeal this decision, and I urge the legislature to address this issue going forward. I urge the legislature to choose our children over the teachers union, the church and any other special interest group that doesn’t put protecting our kids over their own membership.” The grand jury indicted Adrienne MacIntosh, Jan. 4, 2018. She was a dean at Prairie Middle School; and
David Gonzales, who was principal of the school. Each was indicted on one count of knowingly and/or willfully failing to report information concerning the abuse of a child, a Class 3 misdemeanor. The statute of limitations is 18 months. The grand jury found that in April 2013 a student at Prairie Middle School disclosed to another student that she had what she called a sexual relationship with one of her teachers, Brian Vasquez. The student who received the information told a school administrator. The victim was disciplined, and law enforcement and social services were not notified, the grand jury said. In August 2017, a separate investigation by law enforcement into Brian Vasquez led to him admitting to the 2013 sex assault on the student, along with incidences involving other students that took place later. In September 2018, Vasquez was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison.
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Englewood olice fficers responded to a par ing garage in the area of East Hampden Avenue and South Washington Street the morning of Jan. 6, on a report of an of an occupied stolen vehicle. Upon arrival, officers located the stolen vehicle, which was occupied by two individuals. During the interaction, Chayley icole Tolin, 26, allegedly tried to ee the area and attempted to drive over officers
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on scene. She was shot during the altercation and transported to a hospital. After released from the hospital, Tolin was ailed at the Arapahoe County Sheriff s ffice on the charge of criminal attempted first degree murder of a peace officer. James Helms, 5 was ta en into custody during the contact and held for an outstanding warrant. o officers were in ured during the incident, and there is no threat to
U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette was named the CHAIR of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s powerful and far-reaching Oversight and Investigations panel today. As chair of the panel, DeGette will have oversight authority and the power to investigate the actions of several prominent federal agencies that fall under the broader committee’s jurisdiction – including, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Department of Energy.
Senators announce $1.6 million grant for University of Colorado
Colorado Senators Michael Bennet and Cory Gardner announced the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) awarded
$11 million for seven projects in total, one of which is going to the state of Colorado. The Colorado project is funded through the OPEN+ program provided by ARPA-E OPEN+ program. “As farmers and ranchers in Colorado navigate the uncertainty of persistent drought, investing in technology is one of the best ways we can provide them more opportunities for success,” Bennet said. “Congratulations to the researchers at CU Boulder for securing this grant and leading the way to develop innovative tools to improve farming across the country.” “The University of Colorado Boulder will be able to grow their innovative research in soil and crop health with this $1.6 million grant,” said Gardner. “It’s critical we continue to develop cutting-edge technologies that our farmers can utilize and I’ll always advocate for and support funding for these types of programs.”
Crow co-sponsors raise the wage act
Rep. Jason Crow signed on to co-sponsor the Raise the Wage Act of 2019. The bill would gradually raise the minimum wage to $15 in 2024 and ensure all workers are paid at least the full federal minimum wage by phasing out the subminimum wages for tipped workers, youth workers, and workers with disabilities.
the community. The officer s involved in this incident have been placed on administrative leave, which is standard protocol anytime there is an officer involved shooting, according to information released by the Englewood olice Department. The investigation has been turned over to the 8th Judicial District Critical Response Team.
“For too many hard-working Coloradans, the American dream remains out of reach as our minimum wage fails to keep pace with the cost of living. I grew up in a working class family and worked in construction to help pay my way through college. Since then, the problem has only gotten worse, especially for women and communities of color,” Crow said. “It is our responsibility to make sure every hard-working American is paid a living wage.”
Bipartisan bill to prevent any president from leaving NATO
U.S. Senators Cory Gardner, Tim Kaine (D-VA), Jack Reed (D-RI), Lindsey Graham, (R-SC), Chris Coons (D-DE), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Susan Collins (R-ME) reintroduced a bipartisan bill to explicitly prohibit any President of the United States from withdrawing from NATO without Senate approval. The bill requires the president to seek the advice and consent of the Senate to suspend, terminate, or withdraw U.S. membership in NATO and formalizes the Senate’s opposition. If the president attempts to leave NATO without Senate approval, this legislation restricts any funding from being used to do so. It also authorizes Congressional Legal Counsel to challenge the administration in court.
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-tired and the aged, who use the largest share of health care services. Although general fund revenues have grown steadily and will continue to do so, constitutional amendments approved by referenda through the years have limited the ability of the state Legislature to affect a large component of general fund revenues. Before the passage of the Gallagher Amendment of 1982, the state provided one-third of the cost of K-12 education, with local governments providing two-thirds. Mostly as a result of Gallagher, those numbers are reversed. Similarly, 25 years ago the state paid 18 percent of the cost of higher education at Colorado’s public colleges and universities. Today the state provides half that amount, because there are fewer dollars left after legally-mandated spending in other areas like K-12 education. Sobanet presented a piechart showing that health and human services absorbs 34 percent of the state’s general fund budget, 36 percent goes to K-12 education, 12 percent is spent on judicial/ corrections, and 9 percent to higher education, leaving only 9 percent for everything else. Most people have heard that the state’s Department of Transportation has a $9 billion list of road projects awaiting funding. It was intended that transportation needs be funded by the state gasoline tax. That tax was set at 22 cents per gallon when it was passed in 1991. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) was approved by the voters a year later. Elected officials are generally disinterested in promoting tax increases, because they want to be re-elected, so the gas tax has never been raised in the 28 years since, while cars have become increasingly fuel-efficient. That has resulted in fewer gallons of gasoline being purchased, while road-building costs have only increased. According to Sobanet, if the gas tax had been indexed to inflation, it would be 42 cents per gallon today.
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Former chair of the Colorado Economic Development Commission, J.J. Ament is now CEO of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation (EDC). He told the business and government leaders that “the employer-employee relationship has been turned upside down today.” Employers must seek out talent and locate their operations where employees want to live. That’s good for the Denver area, where Denver International Airport has become the largest economic contributor to the region because it has more direct flights to different cities than any other American airport, including those in Chicago and Dallas.
He talked about the collaborative economic development efforts by cities and regions in our state, where they do not compete with one another for new businesses. He noted that that was the greatest strength of the Metro Denver EDC, which is private, not associated with government. It works for everyone, said Ament, because it is designed to benefit everyone statewide, based on the belief that “companies know which area of the state is the right place for them.” Though his organization put together the proposal for Amazon, Ament pointed out many ways that Colorado reaped great economic benefit from it by the visibility and attention it garnered, even though we didn’t get Amazon. Challenges to attracting new companies to metropoli-
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What is on the agenda for Arapahoe County in 2019? BY NANCY SHARPE - ARAPAHOE COUNTY COMMISSIONER
In 2019, Arapahoe County will have several areas of focus. A major area will be creating greater awareness of the wide range of services that the county provides. Many people are aware that the county collects and shares back an open space tax with cities, assesses property for taxes, collects taxes, runs elections, processes requests for license plates, drivers licenses and title work. But the county also provides significant funding for transportation projects, plowing and maintenance of hundreds of miles of unincorporated roads, operates a jail with an average daily population of 1,100
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inmates, operates a sheriff’s department, provides child and adult protective services,
determines eligibility for Federal social services programs, maintains the Arapahoe County Justice Center, provides veterans services and much more. To increase awareness, the county will be hosting telephone town halls and will be asking questions through social media like NextDoor. Hopefully, citizens will take a few minutes to provide feedback on the services that are most important to them and how the county is performing.
Another area that is very important is traffic congestion. We know that citizens want to make transportation improvements that can reduce that congestion. Arapahoe County now has a county-based transportation forum that includes Arapahoe County and the cities that are part of Denver Region Council of Governments. Representatives from the county and cities have been working collaboratively to support transportation projects that are regionally significant in our county. This collaboration means that city and county funds can be focused on the highest priority projects allowing travelers to get to their destinations faster and stretching taxpayer dollars farther.
What projects are on your agenda for 2019? BY RON RAKOWSKY - GV MAYOR
A new year marks an exciting time for Greenwood Village to establish goals and prepare for the work that lies ahead on those issues which citizens have indicated are of utmost importance to their quality of life. The city council, city manager, staff, and I will continue to protect our collective values all of us take pride every day through our work and service to the Village community. Through collaboration with residents and businesses, the city council and I are committed to maintain the safety, appearance and cleanliness of the Village.
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We will continue to provide the best parks and enjoy arts and recreation programs. We will maintain a high
quality, built and natural environment, and keep the Village well organized and easily traveled. Lastly, we will work to ensure our organization excels in excellence and customer service to meet the needs of the citizens of Greenwood Village. Some of the main issues and/ or projects we will be addressing in 2019 include: • Improve Greenwood Gulch Trail Crossing at Orchard Road;
• Address crime and traffic concerns through direct resource patrolling; • Improve the cleanliness of parks and trails including increased recycling; • Update and improve the Greenwood Village Sign Code: • Revise Drainage Criteria Manual; • Initiate Arapahoe Road Corridor Planning:
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Denver South EDP is looking forward to heading into 2019 with big plans around key areas as we continue to make Denver South an incredible place to live, work and play. First, business retention. Our current businesses, both large and small are the lifeblood of our region. We at Denver South EDP want to ensure we continue to make those that are here feel welcome and appreciated in our region. Second, business attraction. As an economic development organization, we want to continue the region’s success by identifying and seeking out businesses who are the right fit for our region, including small, startup, and relocating businesses. Next, innovation. We believe helping our community develop the right conditions
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for new businesses and innovations to be created and supported in the region are keys to success. By leveraging the regional resources and assets to identify and tackle current and future challenges we can move forward as a model for communities across the state, country and even globally. Seeing projects come to
life, such as Colorado Open Labs, prove partnerships are beneficial, enhance the region’s innovation capabilities, and lead the way for greater impacts on the communities in which we live and work. We will continue to be a part of the Colorado Smart Cities Alliance, dedicated to fast-tracking development of Smart Cities and Smart Regions throughout the state of Colorado. Lastly, transportation. We will be approaching 2019 planning for the future. We are actively embracing opportunities to put forth a vision for how we deal with the mobility challenges and opportunities facing the corridor. Throughout all these areas the continued keys to success will be to leverage public-private partnerships and build on our one-of-a-kind collaboration with the local jurisdictions.
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A continued focus will be on maintaining an environment that encourages businesses to locate and grow in Arapahoe County providing robust job opportunities. That means quality services, safe communities, transportation improvements, affordable housing, only to list a few. Finally, the county must partner with community organizations for solutions to a growing homeless population in suburban areas, eliminate child abuse and neglect and deal with mental illness. By listening to and working with our citizens and business leaders, Arapahoe County will retain our high quality of life and remain the best place to live and work.
• Provide additional arts and recreation opportunities; • Complete the Transportation Plan; • Complete I-25 and Belleview Avenue Interchange Improvements Study; • Begin construction of the new maintenance facility; • Complete Belleview Median Improvements; • Identify opportunities to engage with citizens and business partners to strengthen connections and enhance relationships; and • Increase citizen access to online services. vitamins, herbal formulas and homeopathic remedies. And they make it possible for every customer to feel that they’ve received customized advice — and can walk out the door confident that they’ve purchased the best products for their particular health concern. The presence of practitioners in the store means that Pharmaca is able to carry professional brands that are not often found outside a physician’s office. In addition, all vitamin and supplement formulas on store shelves must comply with Pharmaca’s strict Quality Assurance Guidelines to ensure that they are continually tested for purity and effectiveness. Pharmaca complements its health and wellness offering with a broad selection of natural skin care and beauty products that help customers make healthy choices inside and out. Pharmaca also offers unique gifts, eco-friendly home supplies, aromatherapy and organic snacks and drinks. Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy Greenwood Village 5910 S University Blvd. 303-798-4548 www.pharmaca.com
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Progress & Trends 2019 What projects are on the CHV agenda for 2019? BY RUSSELL STEWART CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE MAYOR
The City of Cherry Hills Village is pleased to report on current projects and anticipated initiatives in 2019. This year council will continue to implement master plan goals and strategies and preserve the open and semi-rural character of our friendly single-family residential community. Besides CHV inaugurating the new $4.2 million city hall and the adjoining Joint Public Safety Facility other goals are: Fiscal discipline: CHV will consider forming a finance/budget committee with citizen representation to oversee debt repayment and budgeting within constraints of the city’s current revenue sources, and explore possibilities for funding plans for undergrounding utilities. Building and Zoning: CHV has completed a strategic assessment of its zoning code and will consider extensive amendments to make regulations easier to read, use and enforce. Public safety and traffic: CHV has joined with Arapahoe County and surrounding municipalities to “go live” with a records management system to save
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money and enhance public safety by allowing different agencies to share real-time information on cases, reduce criminal booking and intake time, and increase the efficiency of public safety resources. Cherry Hills will join with Greenwood Village to install a long-needed traffic light at the intersection of Belleview/Steele, which will provide relief to residents coping with increased traffic congestion. A citizens group will work with P&Z to implement the master plan strategies for easing traffic and improve safety on residential streets. Preservation: Quincy Farm is a 17.5-acre historic jewel in the heart of CHV reserved for preservation, education and agriculture uses. Master planning encouraging public input for staffing, programming ideas, and fundraising options is in process. CHV will also partner with Denver and Arapahoe Counties for construction of the High Line Canal underpass at Hampden/Colorado. CHV will also work with the High Line Conservancy and adjacent municipalities on Phase II of the framework/vision plan, and with Urban Drainage on stormwater modeling.
What changes does Centennial’s have planned for 2019? BY STEPHANIE PIKO CITY OF CENTENNIAL MAYOR
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What trends do you see in athletic clubs in 2019? BY BARBARA LUBBERS GREENWOOD ATHLETIC AND TENNIS CLUB
Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club prides itself, not only on promoting health and fitness to our members but also on being a training facility for various fitness professions. Our pilates director, Sara Talbert, has been a Peak Pilates Master Trainer for many years offering Peak Training Levels 1, 2 and 3 for pilates instructors. A 200-hour yoga teacher training has also been offered in past years.
In 2019, GATC will offer two 30-hour yoga intensives uniquely created for the GATC community with another yoga teacher training in 2020. New to GATC this year is our NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) training course, taught by NASM master trainer, Vic Spatola. This 10-week course with hands-on and classroom training that prepares people to successfully complete the NASM exam and become a certified personal trainer.
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The City of Centennial anticipates a busy 2019 which includes working with our regional partners on smart city initiatives, implementing programs to help us be ready for the future and continuing to acknowledge the importance of being an inclusive community. Here are a few things to anticipate in 2019. Centennial will continue to work on a variety of smart city initiatives including the deployment of innovative technology to improve traffic flow by installing 64 closed circuit cameras for real-time traffic monitoring. The implementation of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) is an integrated communication system that connects to the city’s fiber network and Traffic Operations Center. Centennial looks forward to continuing to work with Greenwood Village and Lone Tree to create a connected, data-driven, multi-jurisdictional traffic management plan for Yosemite Street between Lincoln and Belleview. The overall goal is to promote efficient and safe traffic flow throughout the three cities. With the recent completion of our 50+ mile, underground fiber optic backbone, Centennial looks
forward to working with existing and new broadband providers to tie into this new infrastructure with the goal of providing competitive choices and services for the city’s residents and businesses. Something of note is Centennial’s projected senior population in 2030 is 17 percent higher than the national average. Therefore, residents can expect ongoing education about “Aging in Community” in 2019, with a focus on housing and universal design. All of this coincides nicely with Centennial’s partnership with Xcel Energy in the creation of an Energy Action Plan that outlines steps for energy efficiency in the community. This year will also focus on strengthening our Centennial community. In 2018, the council adopted a Community Value Statement expressing the importance of being an inclusive community. The city will continue to share this statement along with local resources to improve mental, physical and emotional health. We recognize that a strong community is made up of people who invest in their mental and physical health as well as engaging with their community. As you may imagine, there are many other projects and programs the city looks forward to in 2019.
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What is on the agenda for Cherry Creek Schools in 2019? BY SCOTT SIEGFRIED CCSD SUPERINTENDENT
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It is an exciting time to be a part of the Cherry Creek Schools community. As part of my Strategic Alignment Process, district leaders are working collaboratively with community and parent input to set measurable objectives in key areas that most impact student learning and success. Those goals and the strategies aligned with them will be presented by the superintendent and his leadership team in the coming months. Additionally, CCSD is making good on its commitment to bringing innovation to every corner of the district, thanks in large part to the generous support of voters for the 2016 bond measure. Here is a look at which bond projects are nearing completion in 2019.
The Cherry Creek Innovation Campus is well on its way to opening its doors this fall. The state-of-the-art, 117,000-squarefoot facility located east of Dove Valley Regional Park will serve as a unique resource for 11th- and 12th-graders from across the district. The CCIC will host a wide array of immersive, professional-based programs, a curriculum designed to give high school students in the Cherry Creek School District practical experience in fields ranging from aviation to hospitality to entrepreneurship. The building will offer a bridge to professional, practical learning; it will offer access to real-world skills and immersive education. For more information, visit ccic.cherry creekschools.org.
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Innovation projects are happening across the district, providing learning environments that nurture creativity and build innovative mind-sets. The district has completed the first 15 innovation space projects at schools, all designed to develop skills like collaboration, inquiry, empathy, problem-solving, curiosity, innovative thinking and passion. In 2019, the remaining schools will receive their collaboratively designed innovation spaces, completing the project.
Another exciting addition to the Cherry Creek School District is slated to open this year – the new online high school – Elevate Cherry Creek. The school will have a physical space at a still-to-be-finalized location and will serve between 200 and 250 fulltime students in ninth through 12th grade, as well as some part-time students who are also taking traditional classes at their home high schools. For more information, visit T:10” elevate.cherrycreekschools.org.
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What is on the agenda for the RTD in 2019? BY DOUG TISDALE - RTD CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD AND DISTRICT H DIRECTOR
Denver’s Regional Transportation District turns 50 in 2019, and we’re just hitting our stride! Our 50th Anniversary will see a number of signal accomplishments. SERE. The SouthEastRail Extension will open soon! The SERE will extend the southeast light rail lines (E, F and R) 2.3 miles from the current end-of-line station at Lincoln all the way through Lone Tree, with stops at Sky Ridge Hospital, the future Lone Tree City Center, and then ending at the new RidgeGate Parkway Park-n-Ride. This extension is a collaboration among the City of Lone Tree, RTD and others and has been built on-time and on budget. Look for the announcement of our celebratory opening date before summer. The N Line. The North Metro Line is an 18.5-mile commuter rail line running north from Denver Union Station to State Highway 7 near Colorado Boulevard. The first 13-mile segment, from Union Station to 124th, is in the final construction stages, with testing will commence soon. While it’s not scheduled to open in 2019, final testing will occur in 2019, with an opening in early 2020.
The G Line. The G Line will provide 11 miles of service from Union Station to Arvada and then ending in Wheat Ridge, with eight stations and seven new Park-n-Rides and will open soon. Yes, I know you’ve heard that before, but this time we really mean it! The delays in the opening have been associated with technical issues regarding the wireless crossing activation system, which is also used on The University of Colorado A Line, the “Train to the Plane.” The issues with that system have nothing to do with the safety of our trains; both the A Line and the G Line – and the crossings – are completely safe. The issue is some anomalies, no more than 10 percent of the time, at several crossings where the gates are too safe: they stay down a little too long, as much as 10 seconds too long. The Federal Railroad Administration, our regulator, is concerned that drivers will become frustrated and rush the gates. We are working on that issue, through our concessionaire, Denver Transit Partners, and our regulator has approved our plan to remedy the situation. That all means that the G Line will soon open. So, our next 50 years will be even CMYK more exciting than the past 50 years!
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project with the cities of Centennial and Greenwood The City of Village to improve Lone Tree is traffic flow along looking forward Yosemite. These to another year of transportation great opportunity improvements lay in 2019. We will the foundation for continue to prioranticipated city itize investments growth on the east in our transporside of I-25. tation system, Jackie Millet A new compublic safety and mander, along with two community amenities. additional patrol officers will The Link On Demand join our police department transit service, which procementing our deep commitvides our community with ment to community safety. expanded mobility options, The city website will also be will relaunch in February redesigned providing better with improved customer service. The Southeast Light access to information and services. Finally, the Lone Rail Extension will open Tree Arts Center, which was three new stations in late recently awarded SCFD’s spring and construction will Rex Morgan Award, will begin on the expansion of continue to bring top-notch RidgeGate Parkway. We performances to the South are also excited to begin an Metro community. adaptive traffic signal pilot
What is on the agenda for 2019 for the Assessor’s Office? BY PK KAISER - ARAPAHOE COUNTY ASSESSOR
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The assessor s office prepares the Abstract of Assessment and submits the CertifiT he Arapahoe Cou nty Ascation of aluation to approxisessor s ffice discovers, lists mately 5 taxing entities. The and values more than 22 , 2 8 Tax Warrant taxable real, personal property and state Roll prepared by the assessed properties. office re ects taxes T he assessor’ s ofpayable in 2 . Arapahoe Cou nty’ s fice issues a otice pro ected revenue is of alue to each about 5 million, taxable property based on the taxand is responsible for maintaining able assessed value public records, inof approximately cluding ownership, .5 billion. The district boundaries, PK Kaiser Senior Citi en Explats and subdivision emption program maps. currently has about 28, have stated best assessactive applications that this ment practices will be adoptoffice reports to the state along ed in full compliance with with applicants of the Disabled Colorado Revised Statutes eterans Exemption totaling to provide accurate property little over million exemptvalues to owners. am fully ed taxes. committed to providing the The Real roperty otice of best services to the public at alue will be mailed May the the Arapahoe Cou nty Assesappeal period will run May sor s ffice. June . The stout mar et and n 2 , a revaluation or increase in property values will general reassessment will ocmost li ely increase the 2 cur for real properties, which appeals. The appraisal date for occurs every odd numbered the tax year 2 is June , year. ersonal property and 2 8, using sales going bac as state assessed are valued annu- far as July , 2 6. Additional functions the office will remain ally. The real properties revaluations will include residential focused on our Emergency Rehomes, condos/townhomes, sponse and Disaster Recovery apartment buildings, retails/ programs. merchandising, offices buildn the coming years, we will ings, restaurants, warehouses, ma e the county assessor s ofvacant lands and agricultural fice more accessible to our cuslands. ther 2 updates intomers, ensuring this office is clude new construction due to smarter, efficient, transparent, recorded plats, subdivisions, as and accountable in all areas of well as updates where a build- property evaluation and sering permit was filed. vices.
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Light Rail under the bright lights
The RTD Light Rail has become a major transportation hub for the DTC area.
Photo by Stefan Krusze
What is on your agenda for 2019 for the County Clerk’s Office? JOAN LOPEZ - ARAPAHOE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER
I am so excited to be the Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder. During my 17-year career in the Arapahoe County Clerk’s Office. I have worked with tens of thousands of Arapahoe County citizens, a wonderfully diverse group of people with vastly different backgrounds and viewpoints. If there was a problem, criticism or complaint I heard it firsthand. I also heard many compliments and of things done well. After 17 years, I now have the ability to improve the clerk’s office. Many changes will be unnoticeable or very slight. Procedural changes and training issues will be more
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obvious as time goes by, but in general Arapahoe County residents will notice decreased wait times and more helpful staff. Let me bullet point this out specifically: • Voter registration will be up-
dated in every office, every time no exceptions. • Fair and equal access to polling places throughout Arapahoe County. • Independent audit of all operations for fiscal waste and data security. • Reorganization of staff based on strengths and ability to serve our citizens. • Existing personnel and new staff training will be a priority. • A dealer desk will handle manufacturer and auto dealership transactions. I am honored to be the next Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder. I will work hard to make a difference for everyone.
What does 2019 hold for the economy? BY JAY DAVIDSON FIRST AMERICAN STATE BANK
cord. They miss the point: this is the longest Bull Market in It’s understandable that the stock markets’ history. It some folks associate the stock is not the longest recovery market with the economy. It’s in the private economy. This the closest many get to invest- economic recovery started 18 ment decisions. months ago; the That said, the stock Great Recession, market is a derivafrom a fundative based loosely mental economy on the earning standpoint, lasted (cash flow) of a from 2007 to 2016, particular compa10 years (it started ny; it can be very in banking and expensive when finance with the the stock buyer first liquidity crisis pays 15 times earnat Bears-Stern and ings or even, 100 Lehman Brothers.) times. That’s a bet Jay Davidson Federal banking that the company’s regulators extendearnings will increase more ed the recession far beyond than 15 or 100 times beyond its natural life with the second current levels by the time you liquidity crisis in 2008 when sell. they over-reacted with deTalking heads say this is mands for capital growth and the longest recovery on rerestrictions on commercial
real estate lending. I don’t see a recession in the latest charts, yet. I see a healthy economy, that is stabilizing. The fear is that Federal Reserve monetary tightening (rising interest rates) will crush this nascent recovery. Today the Yield Curve inversion is limited to the five-year/two-year spreads. If the inversion progresses, we could have a full-blown recession. The only good news is that the Fed may take a pause in their relentless tightening. The economy, which is private business and investment, suffered a tremendous recession; it would be wise to let the private economy grow and allow business to replenish earning and capital, which translates into jobs and increased salaries for citizens.
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What projects are on the agenda for Littleton in 2019? BY DEBBIE BRINKMAN LITTLETON MAYOR
I think 2019 will be the most ambitious agenda for Littleton since I was elected 11 years ago, but I know our council, citizens and staff are up for the challenge. First and foremost, will be the year-long effort to update the city’s Comprehensive Plan. In November and December, the planning commission and city council adopted Envision Littleton 2040. This document contains our vision, values and guiding principles obtained through an engagement process that included almost 3,000 conversations with citizens at 108 events. A draft plan will be ready for council adoption in the fall and there will be additional opportunities for citizen participation between now and then. We’ll be developing a first-ever Transportation Master Plan with completion expected at the end of the year. It will be a long-term look at all modes of transportation including cars, pedestrians, bikes and transit and how they interconnect. To ensure this process is inclusive, we created a Transportation and Mobility Board to advise city council and staff. Near and dear to my heart are parks, trails and open space. The staff and I have
been working on a task force with our partners at South Suburban Parks and Recreation, Arapahoe County and the South Platte Working Group to get an accurate picture of parks and open space in Littleton. This group will prioritize future needs while leveraging funds for major open space acquisitions and unexpected parcels that might become available. We’re finalizing our work now and hope to present it to the city council for adoption this spring. In addition, our staff will be working on implementing
the Belleview Corridor Plan, small area master plans, revisions to the city code and a cost of service study. Our police department will deploy a new Records Management System in partnership with other law enforcement agencies in Arapahoe County resulting in improved com-
What projects are on Centennial Airport’s agenda for 2019? BY ROBERT OLISLAGERS CENTENNIAL AIRPORT
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munications and efficiencies among the partnering agencies. Most importantly, I want to thank Littleton voters for their support of Littleton Fire Rescue unifying with South Metro. The transition on January 1 has been seamless. Our citizens are receiving the best, most cost-efficient fire and emergency medical services, and the city can now invest an additional $3.1 million annually to improve our streets and infrastructure.
In 2019 Centennial Airport will mostly be focused on engineering and design projects, as well as completing our master plan study. We will also be participating in the Colorado Division of Aeronautics Airport Systems Plan and Economic Impact Study. The last economic analysis was completed in 2012 and published in 2013, which pegged our annual economic impact at $1.39 billion. The new study will be completed in 2019 with an anticipated publishing date in 2020. The engineering and design projects include rehabilitation of Runway 17R/35L; expansion of our maintenance facility; and, redesigning our aviation community and administra-
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HORSE POWER
Celebrating the Art of the Horse
Sun and Moon ceramic, Amy Laugesen $6400
JAN 7 - FEB 23 THE HORSE CULTURE
plays an important role in the Greenwood Village community. While it is home to the Denver Technology Center and its many contemporary, high-rise buildings, Greenwood Village is still dotted with horse property, stables and barns. To honor this culture, the Curtis Center for the Arts presents two exhibits celebrating the art of the horse. Horse Power is an exhibit featuring works from contemporary artists across the country. The exhibit includes several life size, horse sculptures outside of the Curtis by internationally renowned artist Doug Owen. Caballo de Fuerza is a display of historical horse artifacts on loan by Museo De Las Americas in Denver’s Santa Fe Arts District. These works will be on display at the |Greenwood Village City Hall. The purpose of the exhibits is to express the beauty of these magnificent creatures in many different styles and mediums.
at Curtis Center for the Arts 2349 East Orchard Road greenwoodvillage.com/curtis
Fascination St. Fine Art has artful year ahead Fascination St. Fine Art, located in the Cherry Creek North Shopping District, showcases nationally and internationally accomplished artists. Founder Aaron LaPedis, along with his wife Sandee, have one of the longest-running art galleries in Cherry Creek North — 29 years and counting. Collectors will find paintings, sculptures and collectible, limited-edition artworks, ranging in style from traditional to whimsical modern and everything in between. Featured artists include Nano Lopez, Fabio Napoleoni, Ringo Starr, Tim Cotterill, Henry Asencio, Gabe Leonard, Michael Godard, and many more. Fascination St. Fine Art
often hosts and promotes collaborative events, bridging the art world and their local community. They donate artwork to support charities with causes close to their hearts, including the Autism Society, local schools, and the American Heart Association. The gallery is also involved in the annual three-day Cherry Creek Arts Festival, held every July, where you can enjoy a meet and greet with a featured artist. We are dedicated to creating a lasting art legacy with you and your family. With a warm and welcoming space and friendly staff, Fascination St. showcases art for everyone—from first-time, aspiring buyers to seasoned collectors.
We will work with you at every step along the way, from choosing a piece from our carefully curated collection, to archival custom framing, home installation, and worldwide shipping. Please contact Fascination St. Fine Art for art inquiries and events. It would be our pleasure to work with you. 303-333-1566 / info@ fascinationst.com.
Fascination St. Fine Art 303-333-1566
FascinationStArt.com 315 Detroit St Denver 2727 E. 3rd Ave Denver Cherry Creek North (Located both on the same block)
2019 Upcoming Show Calendar
Bernie Taupin -- Lyricist, Poet and Collaborations with Elton John, Feb. 5 Phillip Anthony -- Monochromatic Realism Landscapes, March 15-16 Nano Lopez Foundry Tour -- Walla Walla, Wash. ~ Visit Nano’s Studio, April 26 – 27 Henry Asencio -- Expressive Figurative Art, May 17 – 18 Fabio Napoleoni -- Whimsical HeARTfelt, June 7 – 8 Gabe Leonard -- Cinematic Artist ~ Cherry Creek Arts Festival, July 5 – 7 Paul Lotz -- Fables & Fairytales Sculptures ~ Cherry Creek Arts Festival, July 5–7 Nano Lopez Gallery Show -Whimsical Bronze Sculptures, Aug. 23 – 24 Charles Fazzino -- 3-D Pop Expressionist City Creations, Sept. 7
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Belleview Station — A fast-growing mixed-use community in DTC BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Located on 51 acres directly adjacent to the light rail station for which it is named, Belleview Station is a “multi-modal mixed-use development and transportation gateway.” It is a “walkable district” which, when finished, will have 1,800 high-end residential units, 2.2 million square feet of snew Class A office space,
and 300,000 square feet of cutting-edge retail, restaurants and health and wellness establishments. Three hours of free parking are provided in garages to all visitors of Belleview Station. Shared parking arrangements with the apartment buildings and offices make it easy for retail and restaurant customers to park in those garages, in addition to plenty of available spots on the street. The master developer ABOVE: Twenty percent of Belleview Station is open space. BELOW: Visitors can walk around all of Belleview Station. Courtesy photos
David Morrison – LPL Financial Advisor David uses Values Based Financial Planning to align your financial choices with your most important goals and your most deeply held values. He has a comprehensive process to consolidate, coordinate and simplify your financial life in a way that brings you more confidence and clarity about your future. He helps his clients put their entire financial house in order and works toward keeping it that way forever! A native Texan, David earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas. He also graduated from the ABA National Graduate Trust School and earned the Certified
Trust and Financial Advisor designation in 1992. He has also undertaken graduate studies towards a Masters Degree in Financial Planning at the College for Financial Planning. David has worked with investors for nearly 30 years at trust departments, large banks, and investment companies such as Merrill Lynch, Fidelity, and Bank One. He joined Prosperion Financial Advisors in 2004. David has been married to Kay for more than 30 years. They have four adult children and live in Centennial. They enjoy serving in leadership roles at church and as community volunteers.
works very closely with every builder to ensure that each addition to the area is collaborative, fits in and shares views with other properties, and will be a successful addition to the community. An architectural control committee ensures that the high design standards are met, and a retail council has been set up to guarantee that each new business goes well with those already there. New additions must also meet the needs of the extended community, including the nearby cities, as well as people who live in and adjacent
to Belleview Station. The property has been in the Bansbach family since the 1800s. Serving as the master developer, they are committed to making Belleview Station an appreciated asset for the entire metropolitan southeast community. In addition to keeping 20 percent of the property as open space, Belleview Station has a one-half acre dog park that is already extremely popular with nearby residents of Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village, in addition to tenants of Mile House and the Den Apart-
ments, which are dog-friendly and mostly fully leased. Already home to the world headquarters of Western Union and Fortune 500s, Newmont Mining is moving to the newest state-of-the-art office tower under construction at Belleview Station at 6900 E. Layton Avenue, expected to be ready for occupancy in 2020. Dave Mischell has operated Backcountry Delicatessen at 4919 S. Newport Street in Belleview Station for three years. He told The Villager that he is excited about the type of growth he’s seeing in the community. He appreciates the ample free parking for customers in the apartment buildings and the careful attention the developer has given to the retail mix in the area. Mischell sees customers from the residential and office tenants of the area, but especially loves the families that come in on weekends from the nearby cities and the folks who come to the area because of the great dog park. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
2019, a year of opportunities BY DAVID MORRISON FINANCIAL ADVISOR/PARTNER PROSPERION FINANCIAL ADVISORS
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he Villager proudly welcomes David Morrison as a valued and informative bi-weekly wealth management columnist for our newspaper. Publisher Bob Sweeney says, “I like David’s common sense perspective on investing with the emphasis of keeping and growing your wealth.” _________________________ As financial markets begin a new year and leave behind a rough 2018, investors are wondering what 2019 will hold. With record US corporate profits, major investment market indexes hit new alltime highs in September 2018 but then started dropping through year end. The return
of volatility we saw in 2018 may continue in the new year but there are reasons for optimism. Low unemployment, low inflation and more record corporate profits are positives, as is our expectation for continued US economic growth. For these reasons, we are not looking for an economic recession in 2019. We believe that 2019 will be a year of opportunities. Yes, there will be investment opportunities, but we think there are even more important opportunities. You will have opportunity to save and invest more, to establish important goals and start taking the steps to achieve them. You will have opportunity to make wise spending decisions, to pay down debt and experience more
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financial freedom. You will have the opportunity to learn from your experience, keep doing the things that work and to do other things differently. There will be opportunity to think long-term and make plans for your future. And there will be opportunity to be generous,
to give and support great nonprofits and causes you care about. What other opportunities could be out there for you? As you look out into 2019, consider these questions when making financial resolutions: • What good habits would you like to start? – think IRA and 401(k) contributions, regular savings to build emergency reserves and making extra mortgage payments. • What are the financial mistakes you want to avoid this year? • Did you do some spending that you regret? • How did your debts grow? • Did you let fear keep you from making good decisions? What if a year from now you could look back on 2019 as the year that you really began to prosper?
“When your values are clear, your decisions are easy.” ~ Roy Disney
To schedule an appointment and/or request a copy of the LPL Research Outlook 2019, email or call: david.morrison@LPL.com 303.793.3202. David Morrison is a financial advisor and partner at Prosperion Financial Advisors in the Denver Tech Center. Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA/ SIPC.
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Lexus ES 350 a strong luxury sedan There is a strong auto trend toward electric driven cars and hybrid/gasoline combination with lithium battery assist. The combo packages are working well and delivering excellent gas economy. This week’s review is about the very popular Lexus ES 350 F Sports model that is powered by a 302 horsepower V6 engine without any hybrid assist. This efficient package with a variable transmission delivers 31 mpg on the freeway and 22 citywide, overall average of 25 mpg that is excellent for a large four-door sedan. I still prefer the traditional gasoline engine over hybrid and electric car choices. This Lexus ES 350 really enforces that belief. This sedan is manufactured in Georgetown, Kent. The suggested retail price is $44,035 with optional equipment like the navigation system $1,920, and triple beam LED headlights another $1,515. A list of options raises the price on the vehicle to $50, 575. Some of the features are very desirable, others like a power rear window sunshade not so much. The trend in auto pricing is to offer many options that are probably more profitable than the car itself.
The Lexus ES 350 F Sports has a 302 hp V6 engine, averages 25 mpg and retails for $44,035
The ES 350 F Sport model is very versatile, and features drive mode selections of Eco, Normal, Sport, Sport Plus and Custom. The Eco mode is the standard selection and has plenty of power and economy. However, entering the busy freeway there is nothing like turning the dashboard mounted dial to Sport Plus and feeling the burst of power and exhaust sound merging with fast moving traffic. The ES 350 has solid traction and grips snow and icy streets with ease and brandnew tires also add to the no slip traction found in portions of Arapahoe County where the streets are not plowed.
Deep ruts and icy ridges abound in some streets adjacent to Greenwood Village, but still in the county domain. This Lexus has ultra-white paint that reflects the sunlight and protects the thin layer of champagne snow from melting away. White is great in the summer reflecting heat, and not so great in wintertime. The ES 350 has a powerful heating and cooling system along with heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats, and outside mirrors. The ride is regal quality with fine-tuned suspension adding to the overall pleasure of driving this classy sedan. Loaded with safety features
Three proud Aspen Academy students demonstrate their creations at the latest Entrepreneurial Expo
Aspen Academy hosts annual Entrepreneurial Expo for students Creating products, collaborating as a team, and selling products builds lifelong confidence and self-reliance for students Kindergarten through seventh grade students showcase works through their class and individual businesses at this event, open to the public, Friday, Jan. 25, from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Aspen Academy at 5859 S. University Boulevard, Greenwood Village. The Entrepreneurial Expo a featured part of the Aspen Entrepreneurial Institute (AEI), the only program in the nation that is a wholly sequenced,
yearlong curriculum that incorporates economics, personal financial literacy, organizational leadership and entrepreneurship for kindergarten - 8th Grade students. Students are exposed to a wide variety of lifelong financial skills that they take into the world for their personal savings and to contribute to the greater world. The Expo businesses they operate also take into consideration social consciousness. “The power of our curricula is that students begin to make a connection: their thoughts can be made into things. When children have dominion over their thoughts like this, they build confidence and self-re-
liance,” says Kristina Scala, head of school. “For Aspen Academy graduates, we often hear feedback from their high school teachers and parents that they know themselves and their strengths, and that they’re able to advocate for themselves in meaningful ways. It starts with projects like these where they collaborate with their classmates to bring ideas to life.” Attendees may shop for a variety of products, from STEAM books and kits to Aspen Flying Objects to candles, stickers and jewelry. All products are sold for cash only. For more information on Aspen Entrepreneurial Institute, visit aspenacademy.org.
the ES 350 has all the latest Lexus safety systems of radar cruise control and pre-collision systems, including pedestrian detection. The new safety features in the Lexus/
Toyota world are some of the best in the automotive world. There is some difficulty in handing the center console control pad that is touch controlled across a list of screen applications. Very hard to manipulate the control while driving and a very sensitive touch that was distracting while driving. However, an owner would make the channel settings with practice and experience. This is a fine sedan in all respects and the sports model with 302 horsepower is a road warrior without a turbo boost. Loaded with high-tech features this is a very modern sedan with safety features, easy to drive, comfortable seating and a very modern design. Martin Luther King Jr. legacy is honored this week by Toyota/Lexus making their fifth annual donation to historical Black Colleges and Universities of $60,000 to five of the institutions.
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Denver Academy – the way you learn best Denver Academy (DA) is a top school in the nation dedicated to teaching diverse learners, including those with dyslexia and ADHD. There will be an open house Saturday, Jan. 26, from 8:30 to noon for visitors to find out how DA can teach each child the way they learn best. Guests will enjoy a personal tour of the 22-acre campus by a DA student ambassador and staff will provide information about the school’s student-centered approach to learning. Denver Academy offers differentiated instruction for each student and enrollment is available
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT All Horse Art Exhibit in Greenwood Village
Through Feb. 23, Curtis Center for the Arts presents two exhibits celebrating the art of the horse. “Horse Power” is an exhibit featuring works from contemporary artists from across the country at the Curtis Center for the Arts. The exhibit will include several life-size, horse sculptures by internationally renowned artist Doug Owen. “Caballo de Fuerza” is a display of historical, horse artifacts on loan from Musco De Las Americas in Denver’s Santa Fe Arts District. These works will be on display at the Greenwood Village City Hall.
What Is Natura Obscura?
Through April 28, Brought by the Creative Minds at The Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) and Prismajic, Natura Obscura is an immersive arts experience that is like stepping into your favorite painting but where you can hear, smell, touch and explore everything around you. Experience the wonder of a new form of art as you wander among the trees and fantastical woodland creatures. The installation encompasses about 5,000 sq. ft. of MOA’s indoor gallery space and is created by over 30 local artists, craftsmen and creative. Tickets: Naturaobscur.org Info: 303-8060444.
Curtis Center for the Arts Now Offering Evening Classes
January classes will begin with new instructors. Portrait painting, abstract landscapes, abstract experimentation and glass sculpture. Info: greenwoodvillage.com/art or call Chris, 303-708-6110.
Ballet Production The Wizard of Oz
Feb. 1-10, At the Ellie Caulkins Opera House for 10 performances. Tickets: coloradoballet.org or call Patron Services at 303-8378888 ext. 2. Feb. 7, 5:30 p.m. An Evening in Oz Gala Auction.
Home Selling To The Highest Bidder
Feb. 1, 1:07 p.m. Live Auction of home located at 15660 E. Indian Brook Cir., Parker. Preview the Property Jan. 19, 12-3 p.m. or Jan. 26, 12-3 p.m. Call 877-612-8494 or visit PrestigeAuction.com/lBVAO1.
now and for the 2019-20 school year. The curriculum includes challenging academics, technology, arts programs, athletics, character development, and extra-curricular offerings. DA’s innovative approach to teaching is based on the balanced application of classroom management, information processing, and academic literacy, and provides an education as distinctive as each child. Small class sizes of 12-14 students facilitate differentiated instruction. Flexible placement in several academic levels, including
Acrylic Exploration with Lance Green
Feb. 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The Heritage Fine Arts Guild of Arapahoe County will host this workshop. Green will share his philosophy, knowledge and application of color and expressionism. He is a colorist and expressionist but more than that he is storyteller. Pre-registration for artists 18 years and older. Registration form: heritage-guild. com/currentworkshops.html $30 for Guild members, $50 for nonmembers.
BUSINESS Sales Event
The Briggs and Riley Sales event is in progress at Paradise Baggage Co., 4442 S. Broadway, Englewood. Receive 20 percent off select items from the Sympatico Collection to the Baseline and Kinzie Collections. The sale is good while supplies last.
Luggage Trade-ins
Feb. 1 – 28, The 5th Annual “A Case For Giving” event will be held at Paradise Baggage Co., 4442 S. Broadway, Englewood. Receive up to a $100 credit toward a new Briggs and Riley when you trade in your luggage. These trade-ins will be donated to the Denver Rescue Mission and the Arapahoe Foster Program.
Colorado Athletic Club-DTC Opens New ATLAS Arena
Now open. This 5,200 squarefoot cutting edge space was opened. A space designed for a whole different kind of workout.
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Cross-Generational Communication
Feb. 12, Experiencing frustration trying to communicate with someone of another generation at work? Attend the Networking Breakfast with door prizes, 7:30 – 9:15 at The Guild Englewood, 3425 S. Inca St. You’ll hear how to get beyond what seems to be an insurmountable barrier. Members with reservation $15. Nonmembers at door $17. RSVP by Feb. 8, 303-789-4473 or admin@ myenglewoodchamber.com.
CONVENTIONS
Colorado Water Congress Annual Convention
Jan. 30, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Jan. 31, 7:30 a.m. Jan. 30, Variety of Workshops from 9 a.m.
honors classes, allow faculty to teach to each student’s optimal level. Students excel in their strengths and are equipped to overcome their challenges. Within an environment of high expectations, high levels of accountability and support, Denver Academy
- 5 p.m. Jan. 31, 7:30 a.m. State Legislator Forum, Colorado’s Political Landscape. Moderators; Chane Polo and Dianna Off and Colorado’s Political Landscape: Floy Ciruli. The Westin West minster, 10600 West minster Boulevard, Westminster. Call 303410-5000.
EVENT
Alexander Hamilton with Active Minds
Jan. 28, 2 p.m. Journey back to our nation’s early history and visit the life and times of Alexander Hamilton, his friends, his enemies, and the principles he fought (and perhaps died) for at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Info: 303-795-3961.
Beaux Arts Ball presents The World’s Greatest Showman
Feb. 23, Presented by Morgridge Family Foundation benefiting National Jewish Health. Honoring Grand Marshals, Faye and Steve Demby, Kathleen and William J. Hybl, Wendy and Jimmy Miller and Kate Paul and Michael Passmore. Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center, 650 15th St., Denver. Info: Clem Connolly at 303-728-6546 or ConnollyC@ njhealth.org.
Junior League of Denver “The Journey.”
March 22, 6 p.m. Featuring keynote speaker Molly Bloom, at the League’s 100th Anniversary year. “Bloom will speak about coming back from failure and will share stories from her past to prove that when you bet on yourself, you can win.” Bloom is an American entrepreneur and the bestselling author of Molly’s Game, chronicling her ferny from college student to building and operating the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world. Reggie Rivers will serve as master of ceremonies and auctioneer. Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center. Info: JLD.org or 303-692-0270.
FUNDRAISER
The Art Students League of Denver Presents Art and Soul
Feb. 7, 6-9:30 p.m. The annual gala event benefiting the mission of the organization offers awfully inspiring community evening with artwork, an art auction and art demonstrations. At the history ASLD building, 200 Grant St., with ticket sales directly benefiting the organization’s programming, art and community. 50 fabulous fine art pieces for sale, featuring a broad variety of mediums and techniques. Footers Catering will provide food.
helps all students realize their potential. Visit denveracademy.org/openhouse for more information.
A VIP experience from 6-7 p.m. with general admission at 7 p.m. Visit asid.org to purchase tickets.
SEMINARS
Imagine 2019 Believe in Magic
Feb. 20-April 10, 4-5 p.m. Jewish Family Service (JFS) Therapist Deborah Goodman, LCSW, will facilitate an eightweek group, entitled “ACT for your life. Discussion topics include: Decreasing avoidance, Empowerment to me, Meaningful goals and life changes, Mindfulness and living in the present, Selfcompassion and Personal values. $15/session. RSVP: Deborah Goodman, 720-248-4594 or dgoodman@jewishfamilyservice. org.
March 14, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Jason Bishop, Luncheon Keynote, an illusionist and magician. Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center, 650 15th St. Event MC Reggie Rivers, former Denver Bronco. Register: 303-8645308 or jendrusch.denise@kempe. org.
TLC Meals on Wheels
“Feed 50 Clients for 50 Weeks” campaign. Goal to raise $62,000 on their 50th Anniversary in serving the South Metro Denver Community. Go to tlcmealsonwheels.org to donate.
POLITICAL
Examining Colorado Politics
Jan. 26, Aurora Republican Forum Annual Membership. Breakfast. Featuring Dick Wadhams speaking on “The Colorado Political Landscape.” 9 – 11 a.m. at the Aurora Association of Realtors, 14201 E. Evans Drive, Aurora. $10 a person. 303-755-5404. natliky@ gmail.com.
SANCTUARY
Renovation Tour
Jan. 27, Wellshire Presbyterian Church Renovation Tour, noon.5 Get a behind the scenes look at the One Wellshire renovation with Dr. Bell. Feb. 3. 9 – 11 a.m. Youth Sunday. “Souper Bowl of Caring.” 2999 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver. 303-758-2233.
Wellshire Church Activities
Jan. 28, Feb. 11 and Feb. 25. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) 9:30-11 a.m. in Fellowship 1. Child care is provided. Contact Abbie at abbey/amiotte@gmail.com.
SCHOOLS
Colorado Skies Academy Taking Flight Fall 2019
A tuition-free public middle school for all young people in grades 6-8. Regardless of background or ability, students united in a passion for flight, study and explore the science of aerospace and aviation through individually tailored. STEAMdriven, Project-based learning. Located at the Centennial Airport in partnership with Wings Over the Rockies Museum and the Boeing Blue Sky Exploration of Flight Center. Apply ASAP at ColoradoSKIESAcademy.org and select application to enroll.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Group
VOLUNTEER NEEDED Learn to be a Naturalist
Feb. 21, Roxborough State Park invites the public who are interested in sharing the unique beauty of the park and becoming a volunteer naturalist to an open house from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; For information or to register call 303-973-3959.
WORKSHOPS
Lung Infection and Cognition in Down Syndrome
Jan. 29, noon - 1 p.m. Discuss the connection between lung infection and cognition in Down Syndrome by Michel Yeger, PD,clinical associate professor, Univ. of Colorado- Anschutz Medical Campus. Global members - free and non-members - $10. Register: 303-321-6277.
Kempe Uniting Communities for Kids
Feb. 7, 7:30-9 a.m. Panel Discussion: A Conversation on the Myths of Mental Health- what is being done to ensure our youth get the help they need. Over 200,000 kids and teens have diagnosable mental health conditions in Colorado, but less than a quarter of them receive any type of professional care. At breakfast, hear from the panel of experts on mental health issues facing children and their families and learn what can be done to protect and heal our youth. Moderator: Don Mares - Exec. Director, Denver Dept. of Human Services. Panelists: Steven Berkowitz, M.D. - Visiting professor of psychiatry, Univ. of Colorado, School of Medicine; Evelin Gmez, Phd - assistant professor, Dept. of Pediatrics, Kempe Center and Shannon Van Deman, Ph.D. - vice president, Pediatric Mental Health Institute, Children’s Hospital Colorado. Register: 303-8645300. “Our children’s future and the world’s future are one.” Dr. C. Henry Kempe.
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What you should know about your aging parents finances SAVVYSENIOR
Dear Savvy Senior, My siblings and I don’t know much about our elderly parent’s financial situation or their wishes if something happens BY JIM MILLER to them. When mom broke her hip last year, it got me thinking we need to be better prepared. What’s the best way to handle this, and what all should we know? Tentative Daughter Dear Tentative, Many adult children don’t know much about their elderly parent’s financial situation or end-of-life plans, but they need to. Getting up to speed on their finances, insurance policies, long-term care plans and other information is important because some day you might have to help them handle their financial affairs or care, or execute their estate plan after they die. Without this information, your job becomes much more difficult. Here are some tips that can help.
Have the conversation
If you’re uncomfortable talking to your parents about this topic, use this column as a prompt or start by talking about your own finances or estate plan as a way to ease into it. Also see TheConversation Project.org, which offers free kits that can help you kick-start these discussions. It’s also a good idea to get your siblings involved too. This can help you head off possible hard feelings, plus, with others involved, your parents will know everyone is concerned. When you talk with your parents, you’ll need to collect some information, find out where they keep key documents and how they want certain things handled when they die or if they become incapacitated. Here’s a checklist of areas to focus on.
Personal & health information
• Contacts: Make a list of names and phone numbers of their doctors, lawyer, accountant, broker, tax preparer, insurance
agent, etc. • Medical information: Make a copy of their medical history (any drug allergies, past surgeries, etc.) and a list of medications they take. • Personal documents: Find out where they keep their Social Security card, marriage license, military discharge papers, etc. • Secured places: Make a list of places they keep under lock and key or protected by password, such as online accounts, safe deposit boxes, safe combination, security alarms, etc. • Pets: If they have a pet, what are their instructions for the animal’s care? • End of life: What are their wishes for organ or body donation, and their funeral instructions? If they’ve made pre-arrangements with a funeral home, get a copy of the agreement.
Legal documents
• Will: Do they have an updated will or trust, and where is it located?
The legacy of greatness and America Recently, I attended a memorial service for an icon in Denver. Bill Moore, the founder of Kentwood Moore Real Estate Company, transitioned into heaven after suffering from Alzheimer’s. The service at Greenwood Community Church was a celebration of his life and the character of an amazing person. The key takeaway words in the standing room only venue were family, kindness, dignity, love and humor. This is the meaning of a life well-lived. At the end of the service, a legacy video about his life was shown. The message of the video left me with this question. What creates a legacy? Legacy starts when we enter the world as helpless babies, incapable of taking care of ourselves, or following rules. How is a helpless infant transformed into to self-regulating adult that builds a legacy? Does the government do it? Does society do it? Does money do it? No, it only happens inside of the family. The love of mothers and fathers teach children to have regard for others, to care for themselves, to be self-regulated and follow the rule
of law. This legacy building formula is the only way our American experiment of democracy can survive. President John Adams said, “Our Constitution was made for a moral and religious people.” What this quote means to me is not that we must be religious, but, rather, we must be self-regulated and accountable to a power bigger than ourselves. We need to be honest, kind and virtuous. These character qualities do not come from the law, but, rather, from our parents relentlessly cultivating them in us. Liberty without responsibility undermines our freedom. Bill Moore had the gift of parents who inculcated this concept into him as a young boy. This boy became a giant of a man who made friends easily, treated everyone with dignity and respect, followed the rule of law, contributed to the health, well-being and economic development of his community. He loved well and was well loved. He was a giver and not a taker. The stories about his life were inspirational. He worked hard to become successful and helped others to do the
same. He valued his family, education, friendship, brotherhood, sports, and the American dream for all. If we could aspire to build a legacy like Moore, marriages would be stable, parents would be the department of human services, children would be thriving and flourishing, schools would be a place of educational enhancement, neighborhoods would be safe, businesses would be profitable, entrepreneurship and innovation would be on the move and government would stay small living within their budgets, not creating more programming to fix what is broken. America would be prosperous and social justice would be a reality for all. Let’s follow the example of this great man and learn how to live and love well as family members, friends, colleagues and neighbors. It is not about government programs, it is up to each of us. Let’s keep this great American Experiment alive and well by building a legacy and finishing well. For more information contact: joneen@myrelationshipcenter. org or go to myrelationshipcenter.org.
• Power of attorney: Do they have a power of attorney document that names someone to handle their financial matters if they become incapacitated? • Advance directives: Do they have a living will and a medical power of attorney that spells out their wishes regarding their end-of-life medical treatment? If they don’t have these documents prepared, now’s the time to make them.
Financial records
• Debts and liabilities: Make a list of any loans, leases or debt they have – mortgages owed, car loans, medical bills, credit card debts. Also, make a list of all their credit and charge cards, including the card numbers and contact information. • Financial accounts: Make a list of the banks and brokerage accounts they use (checking, savings, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IRAs, etc.) and their contact information. • Company benefits: Make a list of any retirement plans,
pensions or benefits from their former employers including the contact information of the benefits administrator. • Insurance: Make a list of the insurance policies they have (life, long-term care, home, auto, Medicare, etc.) including the policy numbers, agents and phone numbers. • Property: Make a list of the real estate, vehicles or other properties they own, rent or lease and where they keep the deeds, titles and loan or lease agreements. • Taxes: Find out where they keep copies of past year’s tax returns. For more tips, see the Eldercare Locator publication “Let’s Talk: Starting the Conversation about Health, Legal, Financial and End-of-Life Issues” at N4A. org/files/Conversations.pdf. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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Leslie Nissen receives “Inspirational Theta” award from Alissa Trumbull
FLEURISH
Valerie Lunka, 2018 Woman of the Year with 2019 winner Shera Eddy, her daughter Liz Garth and her Drake pledge sister Jane Smith
50-year Thetas Vivian Giese-Perry, Susan Kayler-Daley, Susie Dixon Oliver
50-year Theta Julie Smith Bowen, Anne Clark, Linda Houston
Kappa Alpha Theta celebrates 149th Founders Day and installs officers
The first Greek letter fraternity for women, Kappa Alpha Theta (Theta) was founded in January 1870 at Indiana Asbury College (now DePauw University). Its Denver Alumnae Chapter (DAC) was founded in 1909. Alums and collegians gathered at Wellshire Event Center to celebrate “Theta for a Lifetime.” DAC is one of the largest alumnae chapters and has won the highest award (Founders) at National Convention twice. CU-Boulder collegiate chapter won the Founders Award this past year and was Chapter of the Year on campus. The Colorado School of Mines chapter established in 2016 had 22 representatives at the brunch. Mary Ellen Fitzsimonds from Theta Foundation reported that over $757,000 has been awarded in scholarships and that over $278,000 was raised in 27 hours for “Gives Day.”
o e of the o ers insta ed i o be Shannon Gross, Sarah Hittner, Missy Eliot, Leslie Franklin
Staci Helseth and legacy daughter Courtney from University of Nebraska
Master of ceremonies Jill Pedicord Peterson, Mary Ellen Fitzsimonds
Karen Olson passes the president’s gavel to Missy Eliot.
Ginny Fuller, Jeri Loser, Jane Heath
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FLEURISH
Fashion Group International Denver establishes memorial scholarship to honor Linda Bowen Scott Com m u nity leader Linda B owen Scott is being rem em bered by a scholarship established in her nam e. I n addition to nu m erou s charities she su pported for decades, Linda was activ e in the D env er Chapter of Fashion Grou p I nternational (FGI ). She had a passion for fashion and serv ed in nu m erou s leadership roles and on v ariou s com m ittees for the organiz ation. I n recent years, she fu rther ex pressed her fashion sense and creativ ity
by designing u niq u e jewelry. H er collections were ex hibited at v ariou s shows, bou tiq u es and galleries and each piece was accom panied by a fascinating story. Fashion Grou p I nternational D env er’ s Stu dent Scholarship Fu nd offers scholarships to qualified students studying in the fields of fashion and design. T hey are carefu lly chosen by a panel of FGI m em bers and academ ic adv isors. For inform ation abou t contribu ting in Linda’ s honor, please contact: Cynthia Petru s at 303-548-4801.
Linda Bowen Scott with Bijoux Privé Collection at a John Fielder gallery show. Photo by Scottie Taylor Iverson
John J. Sie to be inducted into Colorado Business Hall of Fame J u nior Achiev em ent R ock y Mou ntain and D env er Metro Cham ber of Com m erce will indu ct sev en into the Colorado B u siness H all of Fam e when they present the black -tie ev ening J an. 31. T hose honored hav e shown a com m itm ent to and inv estm ent in the com m u nity. T he tribu te is to recogniz e distingu ished indiv idu als who hav e m ade legendary contribu tions to the free enterprise system . T hrou gh their actions and accom plishm ents, the Colorado B u siness H all of Fam e lau reates prov ide inspiration for the nex t generations as they tak e the reins of leadership in the years to com e. Cherry H ills Village resident J ohn J . Sie will be one of those induc ted. B orn in China, he cam e to the U nited States in 1950 a t the age of 14. H e stayed at a Catholic orphanage on Staten I sland and gradua ted high school in 1958. J ohn earned his bachelor of electrical engineering from Manhattan College and m aster of engineering from Polytechnic I nstitut e of B rookl yn. H e began his professional career in 1958 j oining the R CA D efense E lectronics D ivi sion on adva nced m icrowave solid state devi ces. I n 1960, he co-founde d and was later chairm an and CE O of Micro State E lectronics Corp. that later becam e a subs idiary of R aytheon Co. I n 1972 , J ohn joined J errold E lectronics Corp., a subs idiary of General I nstrum ent Co., as general m anager and senior v ice president of the cable televi sion divi sion. I n 1997, he joined Showtim e E ntertainm ent as
John J. Sie
Photo by Scottie Iverson
senior vi ce president of sales and m arke ting. I n 19 84, he m ov ed to Colorado to join T ele-Com m u nication, I nc. as senior v ice
president in charge of strategic planning, program m ing, m ark eting, technology and gov ernm ent relations. Many consider J ohn Sie to be the father of digital telev ision. I n 19 89 , he su bm itted the first white paper on digital high definition telev ision to Congress and the Federal Com m u nications Com m ission which wou ld dram atically change the landscape of telev ision across the globe. H e is the fou nder and form er chairm an of Starz E ntertainm ent Grou p. Fou nded in 19 9 1, the Colorado-based com pany is owned by Liberty Media Corporation and is the parent of 13 prem iu m m ov ie network s, inclu ding Starz and E ncore. I n 2005, he stepped down as CE O in order to
spend m ore tim e with his fam ily and philanthropic endeav ors. Strongly believ ing in giv ing back to the com m u nity, in 2005, he and his wife fou nded the Anna and J ohn J . Sie Fou ndation. T heir fou ndation becam e the fou nding donor of the Linda Crnic I nstitu te for D own syndrom e, the first global institu te to encom pass research and clinical care specifically for people with D own syndrom e. H e is also com m itted to bridging the U .S.-China relationship throu gh m u tu al u nderstanding, dialogu e and respect. H e is a m em ber of the prom inent Com m ittee of 100, a national nonpartisan organiz ation com posed of ou tstanding Am erican citiz ens of Chinese descent. H e continu es to su p-
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port the Chinese E x ecu tiv e Media Managem ent Program , a m ini-MB A cu rricu lu m he helped establish in 2000 at the U niv ersity of D env er’ s D aniels College of B u siness for m edia ex ecu tiv es from China. Others being honored that eve ning are: T hom as E . Congdon, Charles L. Cous ins and Charles R . Cous ins, J ohn E . Freyer, E v an Makovs ky a nd W alter P. Paepcke . T he VI P reception at H yatt R egency D enve r Colorado Conve ntion Center begins at 5 p.m . the program and induc tion cerem ony begins at 6:30 followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m . and dessert reception at 8:30 p.m . For fur ther inform ation: ColoradoB us inessH allof Fam e.org.
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LEGALS —Continued from previous page—
FORECLOSURES COMBINED NOTICE - CORRECTED PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(1)(b) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0459-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 14, 2018, 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 Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Helene R. Buchsbaum Original Beneficiary(ies) Arapahoe Credit Union Current Holder of Evidence of Debt ARAPAHOE CREDIT UNION Date of Deed of Trust July 26, 2010 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 02, 2010 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D0073958 Original Principal Amount $302,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $177,388.68 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are here y 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 22, Block 6, Sundance Hills Filing No. One, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known by street and number as: 5704 S. Florence Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. 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, descri ed 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 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/13/2019, the date to which the sale has been continued pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-109(1)(b), at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said rantor(s), rantor(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. Corrected First Publication 12/27/2018 Corrected Last Publication 1/24/2019 Name of Publication The Villager IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/20/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: John Lobus #3648 Bradley, Devitt, Haas & Watkins, PC 2201 Ford St., Golden, CO 80401 (303) 3849228x20 Attorney File # Arapahoe CU v Buchsbaum 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. ©Public Trustees› Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Published in The Villager First Publication: December 20, 2018 Last Publication: January 24, 2019 Legal # 0459-2018 ____________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0493-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 5, 2018, 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 Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) RANDALL W. LIPSETT Original Beneficiary(ies) ADVENT CAPITAL OF COLORADO, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt ADVENT CAPITAL OF COLORADO, LLC Date of Deed of Trust July 30, 2004 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust August 06, 2004 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B4140439 Original Principal Amount $184,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $177,710.70 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are here y 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 8, Block 3, Greenwood Executive Park Replat, according to the Plat re-
corded December 1, 1981 at Reception No. 2127038. County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known by street and number as: 6494 So Quebec St, Centennial, CO 80111. 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, descri ed 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 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/27/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said rantor(s), rantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 1/10/2019 Last Publication 2/7/2019 Name of Publication The Villager IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 10/05/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Andrew S. Miller #44219 Sweetbaum Sands Anderson PC 1125 17th Street, Suite 2100, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 296-3377 Attorney File # T206.002 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. ©Public Trustees› Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 10, 2019 Last Publication: Febraury 7, 2019 Legal # 0493-2018 ____________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0562-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2018, 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 Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Richard A Berlinger and Jill A Berlinger Original Beneficiary(ies) Washington Mutual Bank, a federal association, its successors or assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust October 26, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 08, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) B7143055 Original Principal Amount $600,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $579,818.67 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are here y 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. ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 14, BLOCK 9, CHERRY CREEK VISTA FILING NO. 15 Also known by street and number as: 5833 S Paris Ct, Englewood, CO 80111-4122. 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, descri ed 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 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said rantor(s), rantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 1/24/2019 Last Publication 2/21/2019 Name of Publication The Villager IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/16/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Steven Bellanti #48306 Jennifer Cruseturner #44452 Holly Shilliday #24423 Courtney Wright #45482 Erin Croke #46557 Jennifer Rogers #34682 McCarthy & Holthus LLP 7700 E Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-18-843351-LL 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. ©Public Trustees› Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 24, 2019 Last Publication: February 21, 2019 Legal # 0562-2018 ____________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0568-2018 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 16, 2018, 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 Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) LISA MICHELE SPRING Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust April 29, 2011 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 02, 2011 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D1041632 Original Principal Amount $135,476.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $112,649.61 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are here y 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 28, BLOCK 1, EXCEPT THE SOUTH 1.6 FEET OF SAID LOT 28, QUEENSBOROUGH SUBDIVISION SECOND FILING, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 759 S OAKLAND ST, DENVER, CO 80246. 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, descri ed 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 A.M. on Wednesday, 03/20/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said rantor(s), rantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 1/24/2019 Last Publication 2/21/2019 Name of Publication The Villager IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 11/16/2018 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Lynn M. Janeway #15592 Alison L Berry #34531 David R. Doughty #40042 Nicholas H. Santarelli #46592 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 18-020104 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. ©Public Trustees› Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 24, 2019 Last Publication: February 21, 2019 Legal # 0568-2018 ____________________________
TREASURER NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in hose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to Matthew D. Brost, Wilmington Trust Company as Successor Trustee to Bank of America, National Association (successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association) as Trustee for Morgan Stanley Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-12, Howard F. Hamilton, John A. Burnett, Ruth G. Burnett You and each of you are hereby notified that on the th day of November, 2012, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at pu lic tax lien sale to AP PTL LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: BEG 360 FT S OF NE COR SW 1/4 TH W 326 FT TH S 30 FT TH E 15 TH S 270 FT TH E 311 FT TH N 300 FT TO BEG 32-5-68 aka 7960 S. Santa Fe Drive and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to AP PTL LLC; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2011; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Matthew D. Brost for said year 2011; That on the 26th day of May, 2017, A.D., said AP PTL LLC assigned said certificate of purchase to NA roup LLC; That said INA Group LLC, on the 23rd day of August, 2018, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will e issued for said real estate to the said INA Group LLC, on or about the 21st day of May, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 9th day of January, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: January 17, 2019 Last Publication: January 31, 2019 Legal # 8790 ____________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in hose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to Dale S. Goodman, Anthony Chris Snow, Antelope Investors LLC You and each of you are hereby notified that on the th day of November, 2012, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at pu lic tax lien sale to AP PTL LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: LOT 152 ANTELOPE HILLS 1ST FLG EX M/R’S and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to AP PTL LLC; That said tax lien sale was made to
satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2011; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Antelope Investors LLC for said year 2011; That on the 26th day of May, 2017, A.D., said AP PTL LLC assigned said certificate of purchase to NA Group LLC; That said INA Group LLC, on the 23rd day of August, 2018, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will e issued for said real estate to the said INA Group LLC, on or about the 21st day of May, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 9th day of January, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: January 17, 2019 Last Publication: January 31, 2019 Legal # 8791 ____________________________
ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NOS SDPZ18-002 & PF18007 DOVE VALLEY BUSINESS PARK SPECIFIC / DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND DOVE VALLEY NO. 18 / FINAL PLAT PROPOSAL: Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc, applicant, on behalf of Arapahoe County Airport Authority, owner, is proposing to develop three existing vacant parcels located south of the intersection of East Broncos Parkway and South Potomac Street. The approved Dove Valley Master Development Plan designates the proposed project site as use area “E” and “B”. The applicant is proposing to change the zoning to all of use area “F” and “B” for both parcels through the Specific Development Plan. Eliminating use area “E” will eliminate the permitted use of outdoor storage as a principal use. The accompanying Final Plat (PF18-007) will create two new lots from the three existing lots. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 12, 2019 at 9:30 A.M., or as soon thereafter as the calendar of the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners permits, a public hearing will be held; at which, all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the above-described Specific Development Plan and Final Plat. The hearing will be held at Arapahoe County Administration Building, East Hearing Room, 5334 S Prince St, Littleton, CO 80120 at the above-stated date and time. More information about this proposal is availa le at the offices of the Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department, Planning Division, 6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112, or by calling (720) 874-6650 during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8799 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP-19-13 BenefitFocus & SAP SuccessFactors Implementation Partner Notice is hereby given that the Arapahoe County Purchasing Division will be accepting proposals for the implementation of SAP US Benefits y BenefitFocus while partnering with the County’s uman Resources, Finance and IT departments as specified herein from a source(s) of supply that will give prompt and efficient service to the County. A recommended pre proposal conference will be held on February 05, 2:00 p.m., local time, Arapahoe
County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Pikes Peak Teleconference Suite G52, Littleton, CO. Contractors are encouraged to attend this conference in order to become familiar with the Specifications. All Arapahoe County solicitations can e o tained from the County’s website. The Request For Proposal (RFP-19-13) document can be obtained by going to the Arapahoe County website www.arapahoegov. com, then go to the Finance Department, and under the Finance Department select Purchasing then go to the Quick Link for the Rocky Mountain ePurchasing website. Submittals must be received in the Purchasing Division, located at 5334 South Prince Street, 4th Floor Room 480, Littleton, CO 80120, no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on February 21, 2019. The County reserves the right to waive any or all informalities or irregularities and to reject any or all submittals. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8801 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT To whom it may concern: This notice is given with regard to items in the custody of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that have been released for public auction. The Sheriff’s Office will release numerous items including but not limited to, bicycles, jewelry, audio/ visual equipment, automotive parts, tools, sports equipment (such as camping, rafting, skiing gear, etc.), household goods and other items of personal property to a private auction company identified as Propertyroom.com and or Roller Auction. These items will be released for on-line bidding on the last Tuesday of each month for Roller Auction and the last day of the month for Propertyroom. com. Both auctions are open to the public. If any citizen believes they have property in the possession of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that can e identified, and for which they can show proof of ownership associated with a written report that has een filed with the Sheriff’s Office prior to this announcement, can contact the evidence section of the Sheriff’s Office. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8803 ____________________________
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Date: January 17, 2019 Tamra Joanne White, Esq., Reg. #22049 Senior Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, CO 80012 303-636-1884 Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8797 ____________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF: NOEL CHENEY REED, KEIANNON MARIE REED, AND JADE MARIE REED, Children, and concerning RHIANNON MARIE CHENEY, KEITH NOEL REED, JR., BRANDON HAMMOND AND JOHN DOE, Respondents. Tamra Joanne White, Esq., Reg. #22049 Senior Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: (303) 636-1884 Fax: (303) 636-1889 Case No: 18JV634 Division: 22 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding BRANDON HAMMOND AND JOHN DOE is set for February 25, 2019 at 9:00 A.M. in Division 22 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to
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to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child (ren) dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
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represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child (ren) dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Date: January 17, 2019 Tamra Joanne White, Esq., Reg. #22049 Senior Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, CO 80012 303-636-1884 Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8800 ____________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF: TEONTA SANDERS AKA TEONT’A SANDERS, KAREEM JOSEPH AND OMARI JOSEPH, Children, and concerning LAKEMA SANDERS, LEE JOSEPH, DOMINIC NAIZE AND JOHN DOE, Respondents. Marilee McWilliams, Reg. No. 16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Phone Number: (303) 636-1883 mmcwilliams@arapahoegov.com Case No: 18JV594 Division: 22 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding DOMINIC NAIZE and JOHN DOE is set for February 22, 2019, at the hour of 8:30 a.m., in Division 22, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event
you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Marilee McWilliams, Reg. #16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8804 ____________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF SUSANNA AMAYA, FATIIMA AMAYA HOLGUIN, LESLI MARES HOLGUIN AND ANGEL DOMINQUEZ HOLGUIN Children, and concerning CINTHYA HOLGUIN SANCHEZ, MIGUEL AMAYA REYEZ, ABRAHAM ANASTASIO DOMINGUEZ AND JOHN DOE Respondents. Marilee McWilliams, Reg. No. 16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Phone Number: (303) 636-1883 mmcwilliams@arapahoegov.com Case No: 18JV424 Division: 23 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgment regarding MIGUEL AMAYA REYEZ, ABRAHAM ANASTASIO DOMINGUEZ AND JOHN DOE is set for February 22, 2019 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in Division 23, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
DATE: January 14, 2019 Marilee McWilliams, Reg. #16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8805 ____________________________
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 1, SERIES 2019 A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE DECLARING THE ORGANIZATION OF THE CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE CHARLOU PARK 3RD FILING GENERAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT Copies of the Ordinances are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8798 ____________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held before the City of Cherry Hills Village Planning and Zoning Commission at the Joint Public Safety Facility, 2460 E. Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, Colorado 80113, on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. regarding a request by Denver First Church of the Nazarene at 3800 E. Hampden Avenue, for the approval of an expanded use permit pursuant to Article XX of the City’s Zoning Ordinance for the removal of the parking located on 3.3 acres to the west of Monroe Street.
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT For Greenwood Village
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JENNIFER NALANI SCHLAGEL, Deceased Case Number 18PR31289 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of ARAPAHOE, County, Colorado on or before May 10, 2019, or the claims may be forever barred. Matthew Joseph Allan Schlagel, as Personal Representative P.O. Box 2146 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 10, 2019 Last Publication: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8775 ____________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Richard Allen Kelly, also known as Richard A. Kelly Deceased Case Number 2018PR31174 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before May 31, 2019, or the claims may be forever barred. Margaret M. Kelly, Personal Representative c/o Stewart B. Grant, Attorney at Law, LLC 12265 W. Bayaud Ave. Ste. 210 Lakewood, CO 80228 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 17, 2019 Last Publication: January 31, 2019 Legal # 8793 ____________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of John F. Steinert, also known as John Fredric Steinert, also known as Fred Steinert, Deceased Case Number 2019PR30021 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado on or before May 18, 2019, or the claims may be forever barred. Brian J. Grimm, Personal Representative c/o Stewart B. Grant, Attorney at Law, LLC 12265 W. Bayaud Ave., Suite 210 Lakewood, CO 80228 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 17, 2019 Last Publication: January 31, 2019 Legal # 8794
Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado will make final payment at the City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 at 4:00 p.m. on February 4th, 2019 to KECI Colorado, Inc., for all work done by said contractor for the project called 2018 Boston St. @ Belleview Ave. Reconstruction Project, said construction being within the boundaries of the City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said work by the City of Greenwood Village. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractors, at any time up to and including time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City Manager, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim at any time up to and including the time of final settlement will release said City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, its Council, officers, agents and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim.
The application is available for review at the Cherry Hills Village Community Development Department, 120 Meade Lane, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or you may call 303-7832721 for more information.
ATTEST: BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Protests or comments may be submitted in writing to the Cherry Hills Village Community Development Department, 2450 East Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 or rgranrath@cherryhillsvillage.com on or before the date of the public hearing, or by personal appearance at the public hearing.
/s/ Ronald J. Rakowsky Mayor
/s/ Susan M. Ortiz, MMC City Clerk
Published in The Villager First Publication: January 17, 2019 Last Publication: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8788 ____________________________
Published in The Villager Published: January 24, 2019 Legal # 8802 ____________________________
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GV shares plans for colorful landscaping on Belleview Avenue median BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
At a community meeting held at Greenwood Village City Hall Jan. 17, Greenwood Village’s Parks, Trails and Recreation Department presented photos and described plans for its designed installation of colorful trees, shrubs and ornamental grasses in the Belleview Avenue medians between Quebec Street and University Boulevard. The medians have long been an eyesore for residents of GV and Cherry Hills Village. Although Belleview Avenue is a state highway, the Colorado Department of Transportation has long taken the position that
it has no budget for landscaping. After discussion, the 2017 GV City Council decided to use its available resources to make the improvements for the benefit of area residents, though it still hopes to share some costs with other area organizations. Design was finished in 2018 and the plan, included in GV’s 2019 capital improvement program budget, is scheduled to get started right away. The project will take one year to fully complete, though work will be suspended in the fall and winter. Thirty residents of GV and CHV attending the meeting were happy to hear that this much-wanted improvement to the area is finally getting done. Also attending included new
mer CHV city council member Earl Hoellen, and CHV city manager Jim Thorsen. In ad-
CHV Mayor Russell Stewart, along with CHV city council member Mike Gallagher, for-
shrubs, ornamental grasses, and perennials that will be incorporated into the design can be
Southeast facing view of what median would look like with some of the ornamental grasses and shrubs identified for use.
Northeast facing view of what median would look like with plant materials and tree on the list of species named at public meeting. Courtesy photos
dition to staff and consultants, GV was represented by city council members Anne Ingebretsen and Dave Bullock, both strongly supportive and excited about the project. The medians will contain sweeping rolling bands of ornamental grasses that have long bloom times, are known to do well in road medians, and are drought tolerant. Shrubs and perennials, such as nearly wild rose, windwalker royal red salvia, and coral canyon twinspur, along with sandstone boulders and hearty decorative trees will also be used. Photos of the identified species of trees,
seen on greenwoodvillage voices.com. Once final plans are reviewed and a contractor selected, construction will begin in May with soil preparation and irrigation installation. Trees and boulders will be installed in August, after which the project will be suspended until April 2020, when final installation of ornamental grasses, shrubs and perennials will be completed. David Foster, GV parks project manager, who can be reached at dfoster@greenwood village.com or 303-486-5786 is heading up the project. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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