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Hickenlooper pledges better ‘listening’ in future Governor talks guns and oil with South Metro Denver Chamber
I did a crummy job last year of really opening the doors and listening and getting all the facts. - Gov. John Hickenlooper
By Peter Jones
After a year that saw Gov. John Hickenlooper take flak for his reprieve of a death sentence and controversial Democratic-passed gun laws, Colorado’s chief executive began his talk to the South Metro Denver Chamber with a mea culpa. “The problem today is we don’t all have the same facts and we don’t spend enough time trying to make sure we have a discussion around the facts before making a decision. I take full blame for that,” the governor said. While Hickenlooper did not express regret for any decisions, he said he could have done a better job communicating, back and forth, with those on the other side. “I did a crummy job last year of really opening the doors and listening and getting all the facts,” he said. The governor was one of more than 10 elected leaders to participate in the Chamber’s Day at the Capitol on Feb. 26, when about 200 local business leaders interacted with Hickenlooper, House Speaker Mark Ferrandino, Senate President Morgan Carroll and other Democratic and Republican legislators from the south metro area and beyond. Despite the governor’s acknowledgement of an inadequate give and take, he staunchly defended the crux of gun legislation approved last year in the Democratic-controlled General Assembly. The new laws, passed in the wake of the Aurora theater
Gov. John Hickenlooper speaks to members of the South Metro Denver Chamber on Feb. 26 in the former Colorado Supreme Court Chambers in the state Capitol as part of the chamber’s Day at the Capitol. Photo by Peter Jones shootings, included expanded background checks and limitations on high-capacity ammunition magazines. “Just in case you think criminals really aren’t that stupid, 236 people, when they picked up their gun, were arrested for an outstanding warrant for violent crime,” Hickenlooper said. “… That’s not a partisan issue. That’s a shared responsibility. We’re not trying to take guns away from anyone. We’re trying to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people.” The governor found more im-
mediate common ground with the business-driven chamber on issues relevant to the oil and gas industry – and in particular, the controversial practice of hydraulic fracturing or fracking. Hickenlooper – like the chamber’s board of directors – has favored the process in principal. The chamber also backs a state Senate bill that would allow oil and gas companies to use eminent domain to acquire rights-of-way for pipes. The governor stressed the importance of oil and gas to Colorado’s economy, saying the industry pulls
$39 billion a year into the state and employs 110,000 people who on average make $80,000 a year. “That’s a huge deal in Colorado,” Hickenlooper said. The geologist-turned-governor went on to call fracking an industrial process that needs to be done the right way. “If it’s done poorly, there will be problems that can be serious,” he said. “Let’s be honest. This is something that can be done safely, especially in Colorado.” The governor praised Colorado’s new air-pollution rules for the indus-
try, even though some community leaders have stressed the need for local, stricter control. Hickenlooper said the statewide regulations were the result of serious discussion and compromise from the industry and environmentalists alike. “We went back and forth for eight months. In the end, no one was happy,” he said. “That’s how progress happens. You sit down and you make compromises.” On another matter, the governor praised Connect for Health Colorado, the state’s health-insurance exchange, which is tied to the Affordable Care Act. “We will ultimately cap the cost of health care in the state. I guarantee it,” he said. “… I understand that 90 percent of you don’t even want to hear the word Obamacare, and neither do I.” In closing, Hickenlooper admitted that not all of his views were necessarily in step with many in the chamber of commerce. “During the last session, I lost probably half of you. I accept that,” he said.
Colorado’s suicide rate on the rise Newell sponsors bill to create expert commission
By Peter Jones Despite its mountains, sunshine and a reputation for biking, skiing and healthy lifestyles, Colorado paradoxically has the eighth highest suicide rate in the United States. Residents are statistically more likely to deliberately kill themselves than they are to die from a car crash or cancer. It was a sobering revelation for state Sen. Linda Newell. The Littleton Democrat is the Senate sponsor for a bill that would create
a blue-ribbon panel to find out why and develop a plan to do something about it. At a cost of about $80,000, the Suicide Prevention Commission would comprise about 20 experts in such fields as mental health, education and social services. The group would boost efforts of Colorado’s understaffed Office of Suicide Prevention and make annual reports to the governor. Newell’s proposed commission would constitute a mix of government and private-sector members to avoid creation of what some Republicans fear would be an ineffective Continued on page 4
State Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton, discusses her proposed legislation to create a state suicide commission in the former Colorado Supreme Court chambers, as state Sen. Mark Scheffel, R-Castle Rock, looks on.
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South Metro Denver Chamber CEO urges political action Brackney makes case to business leaders By Peter Jones The South Metro Denver Chamber is among the most politically active chambers of commerce in Colorado – so when its members spend a morning at the state Capitol, the event is more than an educational field trip. It’s a call to action. “If I could wave a wand and beg you all to find a bill to testify down at the state Capitol, I would wave that wand over every single one of you,” Chamber President John Brackney told a few hundred chamber members gathered in the former halls of the Colorado Supreme Court. “[Especially if you are] a business owner who’s saying this is really why this bill is going to hurt or help my business.” The south metro area’s largest chamber of commerce is so committed to the intersection of politics and business that it boasts a subgroup called Business Leaders for Responsible Government and employs Patrick Pratt, the chamber’s full-time director of public policy. Pratt is a registered lobbyist who regularly meets with state legislators on key issues affecting the business community. On Feb. 26, Pratt and Jeff Wasden, vice chair of public affairs for the chamber’s board of directors, hosted South Metro Denver Chamber Day at the Capitol. It was an opportunity for the chamber’s rank and file members to interact with Gov. John Hickenlooper, state Senate President Morgan Carroll, state House Speaker Mark Ferrandino and a host of other Colorado lawmakers from both parties. It was also an opportunity for Brackney, a onetime Arapahoe County commissioner and a co-founder of the City of
Centennial’s incorporation, to tell a captive audience of business leaders why they should not be a stranger at the Capitol and should forge relationships with their state senators and representatives. “The real power is individual business people,” the chamber CEO said. “In public policy, relationships matter more than anything else. If you’re walking door to door with a state legislator or a candidate for state legislature, they will love you for the rest of your life.” Brackney urged particular support for the oil and gas industry, which the nonpartisan chamber’s board of directors has backed in the form of two pending bills. One would clarify an existing requirement that sellers of real estate disclose separate ownerships of mineral rights. The other bill would allow oil and gas companies to use eminent domain to acquire rights of way for pipes. In his support, the chamber president called oil and gas the single most important issue facing all facets of Colorado’s business community. “It is really tens of thousands of jobs. It’s billions of dollars in revenue and hundreds of millions of dollars in taxes,” he said. Brackney saved his strongest words for a potential citizens initiative that would seek to allow Colorado communities to ban hydraulic fracturing or fracking, the controversial – and some say environmentally suspect – gasexploration practice that uses pressurized chemicals to break through underground rock. “To say we’re working to ban an entire industry should be absurd on its face,” the chamber president said. Brackney encouraged members to sign a pledge in opposition. “It’s essential we create an
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Legislators discuss business, transportation, education By Peter Jones
Members of the South Metro Denver Chamber heard from more than 10 elected leaders during the organization’s Day at the Capitol on Feb. 26. Here are a few of the more memorable comments: I hear more from the South Metro Chamber than I do from my own chamber. So that’s a testament to the people who are in your chamber and are working hard to make sure your views are heard at the Capitol. - Speaker of the House Mark Ferrandino, D-Denver
Your input is important. We’re here as the policymakers. … We tweak the surroundings that you guys operate in and then do what comes hard to us sometimes down here, and that is step away and let you do your thing. - Assistant Senate Minority Leader Mark Scheffel, R-Parker
Let’s give $300 million or more to the school districts and let the school districts decide how to spend the money. … I am for local control. I am for giving the money to the local school districts with no strings attached. - Sen. David Balmer, R-Centennial
I am doing three bills on marijuana this year to make sure that we have kids safe around our homes and in our communities now. - Sen. Linda Newell, D-Littleton
I’m also running a bill to add advertising children online to the definition of human trafficking. … There’s never a time when a child should be advertised online. - Rep. Kathleen Conti, R-Littleton
I appreciate the work you do to try to help make Colorado a more friendly environment for thriving businesses. - Rep. Spencer Swalm, R-Centennial
See more on Day at the Capitol on page 9. [The Colorado Department of Transportation] should be as transparent as they possibly can on [the U.S. 36 public-private partnership]. … When you don’t have that level of transparency and faith in the process, then your imagination runs wild. - Rep. Polly Lawrence, R-Roxborough Park
Right now, Colorado is the fifth most-expensive place to get childcare. … You’re now paying more for infant or toddler care than you are for in-state tuition for college. - Senate President Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora
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Police provide update on Target robbery Two men had visited scene of the crime
By Tom Barry Greenwood Village police have released photos and updated information related to last month’s unsolved robbery of an area Target store, including a disclosure that the two thieves had scoped out the store at 6767 South Clinton St. The two men remained at large at press time. “The suspects drove a white SUV, possibly a 2010 to 2014 white Chevy Equinox,” said Crystal Dean, spokeswoman for the police department. “The vehicle appears to have dark blue dealer plates on the front and back, with a possible temp tag in the rear window.” On Feb. 6, just prior to closing time at the store located near the intersection of Arapahoe Road and I-25, two men dressed as employees entered. The bearded pair, wearing red shirts and khaki colored pants, went directly to the electronics department and asked the clerk to
open the display case containing the Dr. Dre Beat headphones. As the clerk was opening the locked display case, one of the suspects put his hands around the clerk’s neck and choked him. Once the clerk dropped to the ground, the thieves quickly loaded new boxes of the headphones into a store cart. The clerk did not sustain serious injuries. The thieves ran a short distance through the warehouse on the south side of the store and then opened an alarmed door and fled. A getaway car was waiting. “The thieves cut off his [the employee’s] airway to the point he passed out,” Police Chief John Jackson said shortly after the investigation began. “This is not a simple theft. They took the property by force. They could have injured the person. It’s much more than a theft.” If anyone has any information pertaining to the case, they are asked to call police at 303773-2525 or make an anonymous report to Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7887).
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help. Men are going to their website more than we ever thought. The other area that’s been hard to see is that we have higher incidents of suicide in the rural areas. One reason is there are fewer resources. The other problem is that in the smaller communities you have the stigma. Jim goes into that building that has the mental-health provider – oh, well, we know what he’s doing. That’s one of the things that we need to make sure we work on. The other population we’re seeing is the white working male. Villager: This is also a dollarsand-cents problem, isn’t it? Newell: Yes. This is an issue in the workplace that is showing up in thousands of dollars per year. We want to attract the attention of the business community who can help get more attention out there and also attract resources to our education community. Right now, our K-through-12 school-counselors program has been cut so dramatically that we have on average one counselor per 500 students, and yet suicide is the leading cause of death for that age group. Villager: You’ve met with families affected by suicide. Tell us about one. Newell: Susan Marine – unfortunately, both of her children committed suicide – just went though the anniversary of both of those deaths. It’s devastating. She has been the one who I have worked with the most. I would say she’s the strongest advocate in the state. Villager: This issue has also touched your family. Newell: That’s one of the reasons it’s a driver for me. My former husband was suicidal. His brother committed suicide a couple of years back. My two girls are 23 and 25. Between the two of them, they know almost 50 young people who have attempted suicide or succeeded. There’s probably not a family in the state of Colorado who has not been touched by a suicide or attempted suicide. Yet, here we are not talking about it. There’s got to come a day when it’s OK to talk about mental health. We’re definitely making progress. Villager: Are you optimistic for final passage? Newell: I am. This issue crosses all boundaries.
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Newspapers are part of a community team The 130th annual Colorado Press Convention was held two weeks ago at the Westin Hotel in Downtown Denver. For many decades, the state newspapers gathered at the Brown Palace, but after the economic meltdown in 2008, newspapers tightened our belts just like everyone else and started shopping for the best deals on rooms and meals.
The Westin fits the bill and has turned out to be an excellent choice in size, comfort, location, food quality and room pricing. Colorado still enjoys having more than 160 legal newspapers and a gaggle of free papers, shoppers and other printed publications in our state. It was once determined in defining what a newspaper is, or isn’t, that a church bulletin can fit the definition of a newspaper. The Villager walked away with 18 awards honoring the work done by the complete newspaper staff. The awards printed in last week’s Villager covered a wide span of journalism and technical honors. We are very competitive in the world of media communication and like everyone else have expanded and improved our online presence during the past year. However, we still love the feel of newsprint as we sip coffee and read an actual newspaper in the morning, evening or weekend. Newspaper staff sort though
the avalanche of news and bring our readers what we hope you wish to read, both good and bad, and most of all, information that is valuable in your everyday life of work, entertainment, and news about your friends, neighbors and city in which you live. We’re not the governmental outlets and we can praise, criticize, and run all the information that the governmental media cannot print. Newspapers have been that Fourth Estate of government since the days of Benjamin Franklin printing news in the public interest for the people of the land. The Village Criers of the town. We cherish that responsibility to this day and cover most of the city council meetings in Arapahoe County on a regular basis. We also like to address the accomplishments of our school kids, young and old, and recognize the many great classroom activities performed by teachers and students. Newspaper clippings look great attached to the refrigerator,
Best years for U.S. yet to come REMARKS
By Mort Marks
Talk of the decline in the power and influence of the United States in now in fashion as our country faces its problems with Russia, the Ukraine, Iran, China, Iraq and Afghanistan. Today’s prophets of “doom and gloom” are busy pointing out that we will not be the first great power to fall from the heights of leadership. They naturally start with the classic example of the Roman Empire and end with the history of Britain.
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A similar fate is sealed for us, ished. They happily predicted that ahead for our country is basically they insist, because we are being our “glory days” had passed. a test of our political system. Will mothered by our debts while our Their predictions were based the voters of our country have the productivity dwindles, our sav- on the fact that our military power maturity and judgment to choose ings evaporate and aggressive was pitiful, that our economy was a president and legislative leaders leadership is missing. in shambles and that our parents with the capacity and courage to Reflecting on our own genera- were despairing. rebuild the economy and restore tion’s accomplishments, and after But when that tragic and infa- our confidence in their leadermeeting with some of tomorrow’s mous moment came in December ship? leaders, I most certainly do not 1941 – we Americans rose to meet I, for one, may be too optiagree with our country’s “gloom the challenge. The true glory days mistic, but think they will. Yes, and doomers” nor do I despair for for our country had not passed us it may be true that many of our our country’s future. by. They were actually ahead of American voters who are receivRather, I recall a special Au- us and reached a zenith four years ing government checks for not gust day nearly 70 years ago later in 1945. working, are different than those when the last of our country’s That our country is no longer who voted in our country’s previGlorysurrenWeisberg By Kenneth W. James, World War IIBy enemies at that point where it was nearly ous elections, but theyCFA must be dered on board the USS Missouri. 70 years ago is true. Compared aware that our president and conAt that time, there was no oth- with the early post World War gress have to work together as a er country in the world that could II days, there has been a relative team to win this present day ecomatch the U.S. in any way. In ev- decline in our country’s predomi- nomic war. ery aspect we were No. 1 in the nance. And – just as after WWI, ethiworld. We, as a country, however, cal leaders in private enterprise But before we ever reached have been “down” before. But to- working together with ethical and that zenith, my generation’s par- day, our industry leaders who are intelligent government officials ents had to struggle through the again positioning themselves to will again build homes for those long decade of the depression of meet it are seeing the challenge. homeless – who want homes – the ‘30s. The automakers are becoming and will provide educational opThe “doom and gloomers” of more competitive while our high- portunities for the uneducated – those days were busy pointing out tech companies continue to lead who want to be educated. that our country’s prestige and in- the world in innovative thinking. Our country’s best years may fluence as a world leader was finThe real challenge that lies still be ahead.
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o ORCHARD HILLS - Fabulous two-story on .6 acre site. $774,900. o GREENWOOD HILLS - Two story with main floor master, pool on 1 acre. Completely remodeled. Better than new! $1,500,000 SOLD. o 4750 E. BELLEVIEW - Rare contemporary. $1,200,000 SOLD. o THE PRESERVE - $1,600,000 SOLD. o GREENWOOD VILLAGE LOT - $850,000 SOLD. o GREENWOOD VILLAGE - $1,150,000 SOLD.
CASTLE PINES & DOUGLAS COUNTY
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Submitted by Michael P. Mazeznko When CSAP (now TCAP), Colorado’s first mandated standardized test for schools, arrived in 1998, many teachers and parents and students prayed for the day it would go away. Now, in the growing unease about Common Core State Standards and Partnership for Assessing Readiness for College and Careers testing, many people would prefer TCAP stay. Currently, schools are adapting curriculum to meet new standards and preparing for a new standardized test developed by a national testing consortium, the PARCC. The PARCC tests, which will be conducted online, will replace the TCAP next year and will assess achievement on new standards that haven’t been fully implemented yet. Those challenges are causing anxiety and pushback from schools and parents. Recently, a groundswell of public opinion challenging the standards and the national test has led to protests and debates as two pieces of related legislation arose in congressional education committees. Sen. Vicky Marble’s bill to impose a one-year moratorium on implementation of Common Core and PARCC testing was voted down in committee. Rep. Ray Scott’s bill HB1202, which recently passed committee on a unanimous vote, will commission a non-partisan taskforce of parents, educators and administrators to review the growing burden of mandated state testing. Scott’s original bill would have allowed districts to opt out of state and federally mandated tests except for third, fifth and eighth grades, as long as they had an approved performance plan that was meeting state requirements. Additionally, Scott’s bill allowed parents the right to opt their children out of state tests without penalty to the child or school. Time committed to standard-
ized tests is a primary concern for all parties, and concerned parents and educators believe the state needs to take a time out and review the increasingly unmanageable system. Currently, schools are conducting TCAPs, which result in the direct loss of three or more days of instruction – but that’s not the half of it. It’s not simply about the time spent taking the test. People outside of schools fail to acknowledge the logistics of test preparation and the actual coordinating of the tests, which include hiring extra proctors, adjusting schedules and re-assigning classrooms. While TCAP takes several days to complete, the proposed PARCC test expands that, consisting of tests several times during the year. Some schools estimate they could lose more than 15 days of class time. That seems rather excessive, especially when society and colleges place great faith in tests like the PSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, NAEP, PISA, TIMSS and Iowa Basic Skills, all of which can be completed in less than a day. With schools also administering MAPS tests, DRA2 tests, ACCESS tests, the ACT, AP tests and a host of districtwide common assessments, many teachers and parents are reasonably calling for a break. To that end, many hope Rep. Scott’s bill will be amended to include a delay or withdrawal from PARCC testing. There is also such uncertainty about the value of Common Core and PARCC testing that the public can’t even be certain if the standards are appropriate. Stanford math professor James Milgrim, who served on the CCSS validation committee, refused to endorse the math standards because they top out at algebra II and don’t adequately prepare students for STEM careers and top tier colleges. By contrast, esteemed educa-
tion researcher Diane Ravitch has criticized the standards for being academically inappropriate for the primary grades because they are not aligned with how children actually learn. Clearly, the state has some explaining to do if it wants the public to support the new standards. Common Core/PARCC proponents fail to acknowledge that most people have almost no knowledge of the standards or the tests – a situation which could derail any authenticity to the new system. Gallup polls indicate knowledge of and support for CCSS and PARCC testing at well below 50 percent. In Colorado, a Denver Post poll indicated 75 percent of people believe Colorado should delay the new testing system and review CCSS. With growing suspicion and misunderstanding of the new tests, the state risks a massive refusal by parents and students to take the test. And that won’t produce valuable data for anyone. Thus, it’s in the interest of both the legislature and the State Board of Education to support Rep. Scott’s bill to provide clarity on standards and testing. Parents and students affected by the tests must have confidence in them, or the system will fail. In a time of growing unease about government-imposed standardization, the state of Colorado needs to re-evaluate the decision to adopt CCSS and PARCC testing. To proceed otherwise would undermine the public’s faith in its own schools. That could lead to a massive parental opt out of state testing. To paraphrase a protest call from the 1960s – what if they threw a standardized test and no one came? Michael P. Mazeznko works at Cherry Creek High School and blogs at www.a-teachersview.blogspot.com. Email him at mmazenko@gmail.com.
‘Give Kids A Smile Day’ provides free dentistry Submitted by KidstoothDoc February is Children’s Dental Health Month and Feb. 7 was Give Kids A Smile Day. KidstoothDoc, a pediatric specialty dental practice in Englewood, along with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and numerous other public-health organizations use this month to raise the awareness of the importance of oral health and the need to fight tooth decay in children. According to the AAPD, tooth decay has become an epidemic among our country’s youngest children. Research shows that tooth decay in young children can cause lasting harm to a child’s oral and general health, and social and intellectual development. In an effort to help combat this crisis, the American Dental Association designated Feb. 7 as Give Kids A Smile Day. Dr. Kathleen Waguespack and the staff at KidstoothDoc, along with hundreds of other dentists, hygienists and dental assistants across our country, volunteered their time to provide free dentistry to underserved children. KidstoothDoc worked with neighborhood schools in Englewood and Greenwood Village to help identify
Dr. Kathleen Waguespack, left, treats a young patient on Feb. 7’s Give Kids a Smile Day. Photo courtesy of KidstoothDoc those children most in need of den- doing today, along with a number of school presentations we are dotistry but least able to afford it. At the end of a very busy day, ing this month, we are hoping to get Waguespack said, “We were able the word out that proper oral health to help a number of kids today that care for children is more important might otherwise have never been than ever.” For more information on Chiltreated. Unfortunately, we know that there are still many, many more dren’s Dental Health Month, visit kids who have tooth decay that are www.kidstoothdoc.com or www. not being treated. With what we are mychildrensteeth.org.
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U.S. Rep. Cory Gardner announces his bid for senatorial campaign to supporters at the Denver Lumber Company, March 1. Photo by Tom Barry
Gardner move part of political ‘Ring Around the Rosy’ Buck exits Senate race for House as Beauprez joins guv’s race
By Tom Barry Yes indeed, it was a cold day – well, let’s say in Denver – when the Republican Party, and especially U.S. Rep. Cory Gardner, shook up two major statewide races in a political earthquake. The last-minute realignment occurred just one week before the primaries just as political naysayers had written off the state’s U.S. Senate and gubernatorial races for the Republicans. The news broke right after a debate of Republican U.S. senatorial candidates early last week that Gardner, the representative from the 4th Congressional District, would toss his hat into the race, instead of seeking re-election. He quickly became the frontrunner Republican seeking to battle incumbent Democrat Sen. Mark Udall. Two Republican contenders that had been vying for the Senate seat, Weld County District Attorney Ken Buck and state Rep. Amy Stephens of Monument, immediately dropped out of the race and lent their support to Gardner, who hails from Yuma in the southeast corner of Colorado. Buck then turned around and announced that he would be changing races and running for Gardner’s current House seat instead. The only other remaining Republican in the Senate race is state Sen. Owen Hill of Colorado Springs who refused to cede his candidacy.
Jamie and Cory Gardner Party loyalists braved the frigid temperatures on March 1. A warehouse at the Denver Lumber Company near Santa Fe Drive and Florida Avenue was quickly transformed into an expensive staging area for Gardner’s announcement. Those in attendance read like a Republican who’s who, including U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman, who is in his own tough race with Democratic challenger Andrew Romanoff. Shortly after 11 a.m., Gardner ran onto stage with his wife, Jamie, and his 10-year-old daughter, Alyson, and 27-month-old son, Thather. More than 200 supporters clad in winter coats cheered and waved signs for the cameras as an excited Gardner approached the podium.
‘I believe in the people …’
“Today, we begin a nine-month fight for the future of our country, and don’t let anyone say otherwise,” Gardner said. “This fight is about the
future, for our families, children and grandchildren.” The congressman promised to reverse major legislation enacted by President Obama and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. Shortly after Gardner began to speak, his young son began to jump up and down, as the 39-year-old dad punted without skipping a beat, “I believe in kids having freedom …” Gardner said to the roar and laughter of the crowd as the congressman’s mother, Cindy, took the youngster outside to burn off a little energy. Gardner later told The Villager that he would work with constituents between all four corners of Colorado. “I believe in the people of this state,” he said. “I believe the solutions come from the individuals of Colorado. They don’t come from Washington, D.C. I believe that we know what is best for our health care, not some government bureaucrat.” Days after Gardner’s announcement, former U.S. Rep. Bob Beauprez announced, March 4, he would join multiple other Republican candidates seeking to unseat Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper. Udall’s campaign reacted Gardner’s candidacy with skepticism. “We’ve swapped one reckless Tea Partier for another,” said Adam Dunstone, Udall’s campaign manager, who said Gardner’s voting record was out of touch and called the congressman one of the most conservative members of the House.
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Sanctuary CLASSES
Cooking Class: Bouillabaisse Stew
March 13, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Whole Foods Tamarac Square, 7400 E. Hampden Ave., Denver. Chef Shellie demonstrates a stress free method of cooking a variety of fish. Reserve a spot at the Customer Service Desk.
CLUBS/ ORGANIZATIONS
Columbine Genealogy and Historical Society
March 11, 9:30 a.m., Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 University Boulevard, Centennial. CGHS Board of Directors Meeting; 1 p.m., What’s New at Family Search. Presented by Concetta Kile, Littleton Family History Center. For more details, email CCJ Backus, info@ columbinegenealogy.org.
and other school activities. For information email shhsptco@gmail.com.
COmingle kickoff
March 13, 6-9 p.m., History Colorado Center, 1200 Sherman St., Denver. New adult-night-out series that blends outof-the-box activities with plenty of Colorado spirit (and spirits). Tonight’s program: Colorado is the Best. Visit www. historycoloradocenter.org/tickets.
Open House and Tour of 17 Mile House Farm Park
March 22, noon- 2 p.m., 8181 S. Parker Road, Centennial. Visitors will learn about the history of the property and its significance to the Old West. This Countydesignated heritage area includes a historic house, red barn, silo and milk shed, two replica windmills and 30 acres of open space. Tours are offered one Saturday per month. Otherwise, the house and barn are open by appointment only. 720-874-6540.
Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame
Ward Lucas Program at March 20, 5:30 p.m., Denver Marriott Bemis
City Center, 1701 California St., Denver. Mistress of Ceremonies: Marilyn Van Debur Atler. 2014 inductees are Lauren Casteel, Elizabeth Wright Ingram, Helen Ring Robinson, Diana Wall, Christine Arguello, Penny Hamilton, Joanne Maguire, Morley Ballantine and Julia Archibald Holmes. RSVP by March 10, cogreatwomen.org/ event.
EVENTS
Smoky Hill High School Spring Craft Fair
March 8, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., 16100 E. Smoky Hill Road. More than 150 vendors. Free admission and free parking. Event will help PTCO offer Teacher scholarships, provide After Prom, support AP testing
Changed to March 27 7 p.m., Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton. Local television journalist Ward Lucas will share stories of his exciting career, 303795-3691 or www.littletongov.org.
Principles and Priorities
April 5, 9-11 a.m., Columbine High School Commons, 6201 S Pierce St., Littleton. An interactive exercise featuring U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette which participants learn about how difficult it can be to balance the federal budget by making many of the policy decisions facing lawmakers today. Working in groups of five to seven, participants review current spending and revenue priorities, suggest principles for the future, and then apply their principles by selecting from several
headliners Angus Mohr, The Bennett School of Irish Dance, Calder’s Revolvers, The Duke Street Kings, and 9’s a Pair. An “Irish Spirit Contest” will encourage festivalgoers to dress in their Irish best. Pictures will be taken and posted to Facebook, and online voters will determine the most prize-worthy entries. In case of heavy snow, March 22 will be the alternate date. Information at ww.historicarvada.org.
dozen priorities currently being discussed. This event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited to the first 150 people. If you are interested in attending RSVP Congresswoman DeGette’s office at 303-844-4988 or degette.rsvp@mail. house.gov by April 3.
MEETINGS
Open House for I-225 Linkage Study
SAVE THE DATE
March 19, Cherry Creek High School West Cafeteria, 9300 E. Union Ave., Greenwood Village. Ask questions and provide input regarding highway improvements for southbound I-225 between Yosemite Street and I-25. An overview of the study will be presented at 6:30 p.m.
Paul Gillis to Chair Annual JNF Breakfast
May 13, Hebrew Educational Alliance, 3600 S, Ivanhoe Street in Denver, CO. Paul Gillis, an active supporter of the Denver Jewish Community, has served in volunteer leadership roles for the Denver Jewish Community Center, Jewish National Fund, the Jewish Community Center Association and Hazon. A resident of Denver for seven years, he currently manages his own biotechnology hedge fund and provides health sciences consulting to the financial community. Information/RSVP, contact JNF Regional Director Boaz Meir at bmeir@jnf. org or 303-573-7095 ext. 977.
POLITICAL
Coffman to meet with Constituents
March 15, 10:30 a.m. – noon, Mission Viejo Library, 15324 E. Hampden Circle, Aurora.
Spencer Swalm Town Hall
Birdwatching for Beginners
March 15, 10 a.m. – noon, Smoky Hill Library, 5430 S. Biscay Circle, Centennial.
May 14, 5:30 - 8 p.m., South Platte Park Carson Nature Center, 3000 W. Carson Drive, Littleton. Participants (16 and older) will be introduced to the basics of birding and the fun and entertaining way to ‘watch’ our wildlife of the skies. Learn to spot and identify a variety of birds, how to use a birding book or field guide, and how to use binoculars. The program will start with a lesson in the classroom, and then quickly move outside to allow participants to apply their new knowledge in a real setting while exploring South Platte Park. Program size is limited and pre-registration is required. Visit www.sspr.org/nature or call South Platte Park at 303-730-1022, ext. 12.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
St. Patrick’s Day Party
March 14, 4:30 – 7p.m., Slattery’s Irish Pub @ The Landmark, 5364 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Greenwood Village. Food and drink freebies, prize giveaways, live music and entertainment, $5 Advance Registration; $10 at the Door.
St. Patrick’s Day Festival
March 15, noon – 6 p.m., Historic Olde Town Arvada. Live music, beer, wine, food, family fun and street vendors. Music by
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Newspaper publishing company seeks experienced and motivated print publication designer for a part-time position (1420 hours/wk). Full days on Monday and Tuesday to produce and layout visually appealing pages for two weekly community newpapers. Position requires knowledge of Macintosh computer & software to create various page layout styles and ad designs using Adobe CS6 InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Position works closely with production manager to meet deadlines. Occasional ad design, sales material updates and other minor desktop publishing duties are also required. Only applicants with previous newspaper print production/design experience will be considered. Additional newspaper publication, journalism, Word Press experience a plus and could lead to expanded hours & responsibilities. This is primarily a print production position and not for the creative designer. Only applicants with demonstrated solid understanding of newspaper design principals and experience in creating informational graphics and/or ads will be considered. Experienced applicants should send resumes and work samples to: gerri@villagerpublishing.com
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ST. GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH Stations of the Cross Fridays during Lent, 12:05-12:45 p.m. Special Lenten Series at the Wednesday Morning Eucharist Through April 16. 9-9:30 a.m. Based on Henri Nouwen’s reflections on how the parable of the prodigal son draws us into self-examination, relationship and forgiveness. Henri Nouwen was a great spiritual writer, who combined a deep appreciation of the inspired Word of God in Scripture with knowledge of contemporary psychology. St. Gabriel the Archangel Episcopal Church is located at 6190 E. Quincy Ave., Cherry Hills Village. Info at www. stgabriels.org or call 303-771-1063.
WELLSHIRE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Greg Allen Pickett preaches
March 9, 9:55 a.m. A former Wellshire staff member, Greg is now General Manager of the Presbyterian Mission Agency. He will lecture on the state of PCUSA Global Missions. Celebration Ringers handbell choir plays More Love to Thee and Contemplation on Ubi Caritas
Open House
March 9, 9:55 a.m., children & worship hosts an open house for parents of pre-K and Kindergarten children. Learn more about this sensory style of storytelling that helps children experience God through mystery, awe and wonder while learning how to worship in a meaningful way.
KidScreen hearing. Speech and language testing
To schedule an appointment for your seven month-old to seven-year-old children, contact PDO Director Gail Hartman at 303-691-0346. A few appointments remain for March 10, 9 a.m.
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ANNOUNCEMENT HealthSource of DTC Located at 5031 S Ulster St, #130 in Denver has a rentention period for medical of seven years past the last encounter date. Medical records with a last encounter date of February 1, 2007 or earlier will be destroued on April 7, 2014. Anyone wishing to request their original medlcal records must call 303290-0022 prior to the destruction date.
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A&E Briefs
South Suburban Recreation Centers feature local artists through March 31
Suresh Lakkaraju is presenting his photographs at Lone Tree Recreation Center at 10249 Ridgegate Circle, LoneTree, 303708-3500. He is an IT consultant whose passions are photography, nature, objects, portraits, animals, flowers and scenic landscapes Nancy Nealon will show her work at Douglas A. Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, 303-797-8787. Although she began painting in oils with no formal training, Nancy now paints in watercolors Janet Ford will show her pastels at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Boulevard, Centennial, 303-7982476. Her exhibit, Primary Pastel, is a brief trip in pastels to places she has explored in Colorado. South Suburban’s Public Art
Committee encourages Colorado artists to submit an application to display their artwork on a temporary basis at various South Suburban recreation facilities. For a complete list of guidelines and an art exhibition application visit www.sspr.org or contact Darcie LaScala at 303-483-7072.
Lamont School of Music Composer Concert Series March 9, 7:30 p.m., Hamilton Building University of Denver, 2344 E. Iliff Ave. Denver. Free concert, complimentary parking.
‘Ancient Threads: A Celtic Tapestry March 14 – 15, 7:30 p.m., March 16, 2:30 p.m., Newman Center for the Performing Arts, University of Denver, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, www.NewmanTix.com or 303-871-7720.
‘It’s About Time: Eternity’
March 21, 7:30 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village; March 22, 7:30 p.m., Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave., Denver Presented by Augustana Arts and Musica Sacra Chamber Orchestra featuring Kantori. Tickets at www.augustanaarts.org or 303-388-4962. Insights pre-concert chat hosted by David Rutherford at 7 p m. Free to ticket holders.
‘A World of Delight – Endemic Music From Around the Globe’
March 23, 2 p.m., St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. The Highlands Ranch Concert Band presents a repertoire of musical selections from around the globe, including Songs From the Catskills by Johan Meij, Oro Quemado by W. Rhoads and The Black Man by the famous John Phillip Sousa. Admission free, visit www.hrconcertband.org.
Family Day at the Opera
March 22, 1 p.m., Ellie Caulkins Opera House Lobby, 14th and Curtis streets, Denver. This free family performance will feature an abridged production of The Barber of Seville sung in English. Performed by Opera Colorado’s 2014 Young Artists. Since the 10 a.m. performance has sold out, a second event has been added at 1 p.m. RSVP is required. To print out free tickets visit www.eventbrite. com/e/opera-colorado-presents-familyday-at-the-opera-100pm-performancetickets-10689280927 or call Opera Colorado’s Box Office at 303-468-2030
COMING THIS SUMMER Calling all Artists: Participate in the 2014 Capitol Hill People’s Fair
June 7 -8. The Capitol Hill People’s Fair in downtown Denver is one of the largest two-day festivals in the country
(with more than 200,000 fairgoers), and one of Colorado’s longest-running outdoor urban festivals featuring art, music, food and family activities. Artist applications are available now at www. peoplesfair.com.
Beyond Pop Art: A Tom Wesselmann Retrospective
July 13 – Sept. 21, Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave., Denver. American painter Tom Wesselmann (1931–2004) is widely regarded as one of the leading figures of American Pop Art, with a career spanning more than four decades. Organized chronologically, the exhibition follows the development of Wesselmann’s work, series by series, from the earliest abstract collages to his well-known series, The Great American Nude, and Still Life of his Pop period, to the cut-steel drawings and Sunset Nudes of his late work. Visit www. denverartuseum.org.
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Chamber investors meet state leaders during Day at the Capitol
More than 100 Chamber Investors got an insiders look at how our state government functions during the chamber’s Annual Day at the Capitol last week. Sponsored by CSU-Global, the event highlighted the importance of understanding and getting involved in the legislative process. The morning began on the second floor mezzanine of the state Capitol’s north wing buzzing with the sound of business leaders and state legislators meeting and greeting. An over-the-top breakfast buffet hosted by Footer’s Catering kept the attendees wanting for nothing as the conversation flowed as freely as the coffee. At precisely 8:30 a.m., the group was ushered into the old Supreme Court Chambers, as Jeff Wasden, owner of PROformance Apparel and chair of the Chamber’s Business Leaders for Responsible Government group, welcomed everyone. First on the list of presenters was Speaker of the House Mark Ferrandino. Ferrandino, who’s term limit is up after this session, gave an update
on the state’s flood recovery efforts, education bills, particularly amendment 23, as well as bills regarding economic development funding to further reduce unemployment. He emphasized the fact that despite last session’s media attention to a few bills, which elicited deep partisan divisiveness, 94 percent of all bills that passed the state legislature last year were supported by both sides of the aisle. Other presenters included Sen. David Balmer, Sen. Linda Newell, Rep. Dave Young, Rep. Polly Lawrence, Senate Minority Leader Mark Scheffel, Sen. Greg Brophy, Rep. Daniel Kagan, Rep. Kathleen Conti, Rep. Chris Holbert and long-time Chamber Investor Rep. Spencer Swalm, who welcomed the group as he made his way to the house floor for roll-call. Chamber President and CEO John Brackney spoke eloquently on the importance of getting involved in the political process, in particular the upcoming caucuses. He explained that the real power of the individual lies in choosing the right people at the grassroots level (i.e. at
Chamber Director of Public Policy Patrick Pratt, President & CEO John Brackney, Gov. John Hickenlooper, COO and Director of Economic Development Jeff Holwell and Jeff Wasden, chair of Business Leaders for Responsible Government. the caucus) who will then represent public. He expects the state to rank “Overall this is what I like, make us in further electing officials who third in job creation this year due that love, best about involvement to his administration’s efforts at at- with the South Metro Denver Chamsupport our concerns. “We should stop catering to the tracting new businesses to the state, ber: interchange with our elected as well as retaining and growing our representatives. I think we all left crazies,” Brackney said. with different impressions dependSen. Morgan Carroll, president current business base. The annual event was organized ing on our political views and those of the Senate, invited all interested parties to the house floor to watch by Chamber Director of Public Pol- of the various speakers. A good the proceedings and went on to ex- icy Patrick Pratt, who also serves as thing. We won. By extension, so plain the process involved in “sec- the chamber’s registered lobbyist for will the people we’ll talk with about our morning who could not be there. ond readings” – a tradition allowing the state legislature. “We often hear that our elected The process only works if the folks debate without the Speaker of the officials are only as good as the elected to serve us, know we’re payHouse present. Gov. John Hickenlooper began people who are involved in the po- ing close attention.” The Chamber will continue to his address with a tongue-in-cheek litical process. If this event was any proclamation honoring Jeff Wasden, indication, we have some great busi- host a wide variety of public policy owner of PROformance Apparel ness leaders interested and involved events as the legislative session conand Chair of the Chamber’s Busi- in the process. This was just one tinues and candidate meet-and-greet ness Leaders for Responsible Gov- of many excellent opportunities to events as the fall election season ernment group on his 50th birthday. build or strengthen relationships be- heats up. For more information, The governor went on to defend his tween the business community and visit www.BestChamber.com and support of universal background the state’s policy makers,” Pratt said scroll down to “Public Policy” under the “Get Wise” tab or visit our checks for gun ownership passed after the event. Other chamber investors were Business Leaders for Responsible last session, as well as detailing the state’s commitment to reducing reg- equally enthusiastic about the event. Government at www.Meetup.com/ Brian Olson of Conversation business-leaders-for-responsibleulations for business and the general Starters Public Relations said, government.
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MetLife Presents: Improve Your Chances of Financial Wellness WhippleWood CPAs Conference Center at the Chamber, 2154 E. Commons Ave., Centennial HighPointe Assisted Living Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Celebration 6883 E. Girard Place, Denver FastTracks New Investor Orientation WhippleWood CPAs Conference Center
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Developing Strategic Partnerships with Community Organizations WhippleWood CPAs Conference Center at the Chamber, 2154 E. Commons Ave., Centennial
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RMAA presents Distinguished Service Awards CoBank, Tappy receive honors
The Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Association presented its 2014 Distinguished Service Awards at this year’s 62nd Annual Winter Meeting, held in Denver. Recognized during a luncheon presentation were the distinguished individual award, educator of the year award and outstanding business award. Larri Tappy, of CoBank, was presented the distinguished individual for business knowledge that he shares with RMAA and his outstanding efforts advocating for the agribusiness industry as chair of the Legislative Committee. “Thank you so much for this award,” Tappy said. “I truly enjoy working for the betterment of agri-
business.” After growing up on a ranch with several farming operations, Tappy received a degree in agriculture business and management from Colorado State University. He continuously gained knowledge about finance while he worked with the Sterling Trading Company and the Farm Credit System. Today, Tappy uses his financial expertise alongside his agribusiness history to help further the efforts of agribusiness’
industry leaders. Tappy volunteers his time to direct the legislative efforts for RMAA. His commitment has elevated the organization and raises awareness of causes related to agribusiness among our legislative representatives. In connection, RMAA also presented the Outstanding Business award to CoBank whose headquarters are located in Greenwood Village. The company showed outstanding support for RMAA this past year as it was the major
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Submitted by Chuck Montera Nationally renowned aging expert Dr. Roger Landry is a preventative medicine physician and has recently authored his first book, Live Long, Die Short – A Guide to Successful Aging. Landry is currently on a book tour and is scheduled for a luncheon, presentation and book signing the Holly Creek and Someren Glen Retirement Communities in Centennial. A graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine and Harvard University School of Public Health, Landry served as a flight surgeon for 22 years in the U.S. Air Force. Landry now focuses on older adults and is president of Masterpiece Living, a lifestyle program based on a 10-year MacArthur Foundation and Mayo Clinic study for successful aging. Landry answered a few questions about his new book: Your book title Live Long Die Short may surprise some people with its candidness. What do you mean by live long, die short? I’ve found that older adults have no major preoccupation with death. They fear loss of independence or their faculties more than death. The goal of the book is to provide older adults a blueprint to live a life of high vitality and performance up until the final moments. When it comes to seniors and successful aging, what is more important – maintaining your
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physical health or maintaining your mental health? Tough question. There is research that links being physically active with lower risks of dementia. So, in a pinch, if forced to choose, physical health would prevail, as it is the bedrock of successful aging. Being physically capable allows one more opportunities to explore intellectual, social and spiritual growth. How do the daily choices we make affect our health? According to the MacArthur Foundation Study on Aging, lifestyle – our daily choices – account
for up to 70 percent of how we age. How much we move, what and how we eat, who we spend our time with, whether we have a purpose, how we identify and address our risks and to what extent we learn new things. These are some of the more important choices that determine how healthy we will be and how we will age. What advice would you have for adult children who want to see their parents more active and engaged? Parents who are sedentary, who rarely interact with other people and live a quiet life alone? I recommend that the children think back on, or actually ask, what was it that ignited, excited or moved their parents. What was their passion? Joseph Campbell told us to follow your bliss – basically find what you’re passionate about, at any age, and pursue it. So, perhaps music moved their parents at one time. Reintroducing music can be transformative. Or bring children into the mix, or animals, or plants, or art – whatever it is. I also recommend that they make any expectations for change be in baby steps. The free luncheon, presentation and book signing starts at noon at Holly Creek on March 12 and Someren Glen on March 13. Because seating is limited, RSVP for the luncheon by calling the numbers below. March 12 – Holly Creek Retirement Community, Centennial. RSVP at 720-266-5611. March 13 – Someren Glen Retirement Community, Centennial. RSVP at 720-974-2915.
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countless hours mentoring FFA students. He helps students studying for a career in agriculture with the necessary learning opportunities as well as scholarships. Hundreds of FFA students have benefitted from Thorn’s guidance, leadership and advocacy. “I thank RMAA for supporting me. RMAA helps, in part, with our building blocks for educating tomorrow’s industry leaders,” said Thorn. RMAA is a champion for the agribusiness industry and its leaders. It supports and promotes a diverse base of agricultural industries including chemical and fertilizer companies, grain and feed producers and agricultural workers across the Rocky Mountain region.
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Bessie’s Hope benefits from latest Cocktails for a Cause
Cocktails for a Cause was started with one woman, René Harding, and her latest quarterly event filled the Cable Center to the walls with 350 women. This time Bessie’s Hope was beneficiary. A new nonprofit is chosen each time and this one connected with everyone, whether they have an elderly relative in a nursing home or not. And speaking of connecting, Bessie’s Hope brings trained volunteers together with patients for a mutually beneficial connection. When first learning of what began as Rainbow Bridge by cofounder Linda Holloway, many of us were shocked to learn that 50 percent of nursing home residents get no visitors. Now frail and infirm, many lighten up at the sight of a friendly face and the video Holloway provided detailed just such responses, their eyes aglow. Bessie’s Hope is named for Holloway’s late grandmother. Now 20 years old, the visitor program is growing, as is Cocktails for a Cause. This Cause offers not just cocktails but buffet main courses, this time food donated mainly by Serendipity Catering, with dessert from Big Fat Cupcake. The price of attending each benefit is an item from each quarterly nonprofit’s own wish list. At
Devon Kwande and Jane Bustamante last quarter’s Urban Peaks Cocktails for a Cause 11,422 items were collected! Not bad for this one woman’s dream. Supporters wanting a multiyear connection to Harding’s agency formed the Olive Club of women donating at least $250 a year. “We are teaching Denver a new way to give,” Harding said. “Cocktails is thriving!” Among donors to the Cause are Kirk Montgomery, Karen Shaw, Eileen Logan, Andrea Lauricella, Carol McMahon and various businesses. Excelsior Youth Center benefits from the next Cocktails for a Cause, June 17. For information, email events@cocktailsfora causeco.com.
Arrupe dinner raises $1M plus
The Arrupe Jesuit High School dinner garnered more than $1 million in net proceeds. The success of Magis Night goes a long way toward serving
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CSO Ball, April 5
The Colorado Symphony Ball is April 5 and the theme is “From Bach…To Rock.” It’s also dubbed “The Battle of the Bands.” Starring the Colorado Symphony, included are The Moderators and the DaVita All Stars in a joint performance. Gov. John Hickenlooper will accept the 2014 Margaret Phipps Award. Kent Thiry and Denise O’Leary are co-chairing the promising program with Mary Rossick Kern and Jerome Kern representing the CSO board. Many corporations are in the corporate committee roster. Dress code is black tie with Rock Flair. On the agenda is dinner, an auction, concert and dancing fol-
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Dr. Jordan to receive leadership award
The Latin American Educational Foundation is awarding the Sol Trujillo National Lifetime Leadership Award to Dr. Stephen Jordan, Metropolitan State University of Denver president. The theme is “Education is the Key.” Under Jordan’s leadership,
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Denver Debutante Ball honorees gather for tea and introductions
By Glory Weisberg he Denver Debutante Ball Committee had its annual tea, honoring the 2014 Debutantes. Betty Lynn Jackson hosted the tea that brought together the debutantes and moms, each finding out officially for the first time which classmates and friends were also being honored. Barbara Knight and her daughter, Heather Knight chaired the tea, as ball chair Meg Nichols welcomed everyone. The following is the list of the 2014 Debutantes that will bow to society Dec. 22. Madison Saro Alexander, daughter of Lisa and Bruce Alexander; Julie Anne Austin, daughter of Christie and Bob Austin; Annika Charlotte Backes, daughter of Melanie and Brent Backes; Jessica Elizabeth Barclay, daughter of Marnie Barclay and Ian Barclay; Carrie Belle Deline, daughter of Meg and Tom Deline; Chloe Antigone Dikeou, daughter of Riisa and Pany Dikeou; Harriet Fonda Duke, daughter of Lisa and Charles Duke; Suzanne Kuser Duke, daughter of Lisa and Charles Duke. Early Stone Ferguson, daughter of Sally Truitt and Craig Ferguson; Hanna Rose Ferguson, daughter of Julie Ferguson and Francis McGinty; Sophia Ann Fox, daughter of Nathalie and Jack Fox; Elizabeth Emily Francis, daughter of Carolyn and Thomas Francis; Anna Reed Gibson, daughter of Kathy and Channing Gibson; Rachel Brooke Hanley, daughter of Michelle and John Hanley; Sarah Anne Hawkey, daughter of Jackie and Hal Hawkey; Julia Pattison Hickey, daughter of Nancy and Clifford Hickey; Morgan Blakely Hutchison, daughter of Lora and Blake Hutchison; Ellery Christine Jones, daughter of April and Darryl Jones. Caroline Camille Law, daughter of Ana and Jeremy Law; Katherine Anne Law, daughter of Anna and Jeremy Law; Morgan Claire McGonagle, daughter of Anne and Tom McGonagle; Emily Kathleen Nicholson, daughter of Christine Callaghan Nicholson and Will Nicholson; Audrey Nicole O’Brien, daughter of Dana and Chris O’Brien; Elizabeth Anne Padgett, daughter of Melissa and Brent Padgett; Rachel Leigh Robinson, daughter of Lisa and John Robinson; Caroline DePriest Roddy, daughter of Carol and Jim Roddy; Margueretta Wheelock Stolberg, daughter of Missy Stolberg and Theodore Stolberg; Victoria Lynn Vanderpoel, daughter of Nicole and William Vanderpoel; Isley Bay Walker, daughter of Baret and Todd Walker and Nicole Elizabeth Welty, daughter of Betsy and Russell Welty. Madi Alexander will attend Vanderbilt University this fall, Carrie Deline is a member of the National Honor Society and the National Spanish Honor Society, Annika Backes already has a career as a model. She’s traveled from South Korea to Europe and was even at New York Fashion Week for her position. Harriet and Suzanne Duke are twins, as are Caroline and Katherine Law. Caroline is a member of the National Honor Society, as is Rachel Hanley. Chloe Dikeou received the 9News/DAC Female Youth Athlete of the Year for 2013. Newell Grant will emcee the ball. Sharon Martin is honorary chairman and Meg Nichols is Denver Debutante Ball chairman for 2014 and 2015. Missy Eliot is ball cochairman for 2014 and she will chair the 2016 and 2017 Debutante Balls.
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Snowboarder Kevin Pearce honored at Craig Hospital PUSH Dinner
By Glory Weisberg Kevin Pearce was a 21-yearold snowboarder training for the Olympics, perfecting a half-pipe move, caught on tape, when he landed badly, about as badly as possible for anyone to survive. He wore his helmet but the damage to his brain made doctors place him into a medically-induced coma temporarily to reduce brain swelling. Sent to Craig Hospital, he spent three months relearning how to walk and talk. Seeing the video of his condition when he arrived at Craig and seeing him now on stage at the Craig Hospital PUSH Dinner, it’s amazing to see the results of Kevin’s progress. Out of a wheelchair, walking unaided, he was the “poster boy” for the fundraiser. The video and present day image brought emcee Jim Benemann to tears because the recovery is so amazing. Pearce accepted the Christopher and Dana Reeve Inspiration Award on stage, animated and adorable. The PUSH dinner is only 13 years old but has already raised $9.5 million for what is way more than just a hospital, it’s a world of its own where brain trauma injury treatment is helping many not just recover but enabling them to learn new skills. Such care leads many patients to carve out a path to meaningful employment and for some, with adaptive technology, learn to even drive again. With his family at his side, Pearce merited a standing ovation. John Ikard chaired the event. Hospital President and CEO Mike Fordyce noted that PUSH funds support cutting-edge research and Programs of Excellence and the paddle raiser funds the hospital foundation’s Patient Assistance Fund. PUSH Founder Art Seiden started the dinners in honor of his wife, Julie Seiden. The Pearce family started the Kevin Pearce
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Spotlight On Business HighPointe provides first-class senior living in southeast Denver Hotel-like amenities provided
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By Tom Barry outheast Denver now has a top-notch living environment for seniors wanting to live in the heart of activities ranging from shopping, restaurants, parks and highway access. HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory Care is located at I-25 and Hampden, and is close to the Denver Tech Center and 20 minutes from the Cherry Creek Shopping Center and downtown Denver. This new senior living residence was constructed on the site of the former Marriott Hotel Southeast. Spectrum Retirement Communities, a Denver-based company, constructed this high-end and well-equipped community for seniors older than 55, providing a plethora of amenities with their “At Your Service” resident concierge services. HighPointe is conveniently located at 6383 E Girard Place, immediately north of the neighborhood’s popular Starbucks and near Southmoor Park. “Our residents are as busy as they want to be,” said Annette Hunt, executive director of HighPointe, noting there are daily events and activities directed by life-enrichment specialists who are trained specifically to support residents with memory loss and confusion through their Residence Club program. The lobby is warm and welcoming and reflects a positive and spacious environment for the new community. A concierge greets greets guest and residents alike. There is also staff on duty 24/7 to assist the residents at any time. “This is our residents home, so let’s make it as comfortable and have as many amenities as possible,” said Kathleen MacDonald, vice president marketing of Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC. “We don’t skimp on anything. We want to make it feel like home.” “It’s kind of a family feel, you are not just a number,” said Chef Brandon Hoyland, who proudly shared that 90 percent of HighPointe’s meals are made from scratch recipes. The trademark of this senior community is quickly becoming the HighPointe’s extensive and nutritious dining experience. Each day starts off with a madeto-order breakfast, well beyond the typical continental offering of other communities. Lunch features a choice of several entrees and an extensive selection of desserts for those with a sweet tooth. The dinnertime menu offers residents and their guests a wide selection of delectable entrees and side dishes. The dining room environment and the high quality of food, along with presentation, are comparable to that of a fine hotel.
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HighPointe is exceptionally proud of their physical and occupational room, which features a broad array of fitness and rehabilitation equipment specifically designed for seniors. A licensed practical nurse is on call and able to come to the community at any time, in addition to regularly scheduled hours, to tend to residents needs and issues that arise. One of the most distinguishing features of HighPointe is that 40 percent of their space is dedicated to community rooms ranging from a small theater with surround sound to a library packed with novels and two computer workstations. The community also offers a bistro, a spacious community room with a greenhouse, along with a sideenclosed open-air patio. A full service hair salon and barbershop are also available on-site to residents and the public. HighPointe offers residents a sizable sky lounge, which features breathtaking views of the northern mountains and is complemented with comfy chairs and a stone fireplace. This new four-story high-rise offers 97 apartments, along with several respite rooms that can be utilized for short-term residents. This senior living community features studio-sized apartment homes to more spacious two bedroom accommodations. There are no buy-in fees for the monthto-month residences like other comparable communities. The community offers a 60-day money back satisfaction guarantee, which is rare these days for senior living accommodations. The entire HighPointe facility was designed with seniors needs in mind, including floor surfaces and doorways that are walker and wheelchair friendly. HighPointe officially opened in late December 2013. HighPointe provides interested residents and families collateral material that is jam-packed with helpful information about the community, addressing well designed floor plan choices to meet a wide range of needs to costs and amenities. The staff encourages individuals and families interested in considering the community to add up all the numerous monthly costs associated with owning and maintaining a home. They are confident in many cases the prospective residents will find moving into HighPointe more cost effective, compared to owning a home with all the amenities provided, from housekeeping to an onsite care staff 24/7. Spectrum operates 20 other distinctive senior residences throughout the country. HighPointe is the first urban-based senior living model for Spectrum in their 10-year history. The senior living specialty group has seven other communities under construction. Information on the community is available online at www. highpointeassistedliving.com or by calling 303-756-4567.
The HighPointe community HighPointe’s dining room provides residents and their provides residents and guests a guests an elegant atmosphere. Photos by Tom Barry wide array of luscious desserts.
A one-bedroom show model at HighPointe features a brightly illuminated room that is decorated beautifully.
The first class HighPointe HighPointe’s Senior Community Executive Director Annette Hunt community is located at Hampden is joined by Chef Brandon Hoyland and server Ray Santiago, and I-25. who are each holding a lunch entrée made from scratch.
Life Enrichment Specialists Jill Friedentag Fishman and Linda The HighPointe Assisted Living and Memory Care Aluise are at the Residence Club at community has 40 percent of their facility dedicated to HighPointe, which offers a warm and community rooms for residents and their guests to enjoy. cozy sky lounge with exceptional views.
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By Saundra Sweeney Being a stage 4 colon cancer fighter and survivor, it is of utmost importance to encourage others to get their colonoscopy. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Blue is the symbolic color, so on Friday, March 7, please wear blue for National Dress in Blue Day. Anita Pinnel Mitchell started Dress in Blue back in 2008 at her children’s Catholic school. Colon Cancer Alliance then teamed up with her to promote the day on a national scale. Getting a colonoscopy is nothing compared to getting cancer. Screening can prevent colon cancer by finding and removing polyps before they become cancer. Unfortunately, the majority of colon cancers are not found at an early, local stage (confined to the colon or rectum). There are 192,000 new cases each year. On average, the lifetime risk is about one in 20 (5 percent). Colon Cancer Alliance has launched a One Million Strong campaign, inspired by the 1 million colorectal cancer survivors and those who’ve shown tremendous strength in the light of the disease. For every dollar donated, 92 cents goes directly to programs designed to raise awareness of colon and rectal cancer and get behind a cure. Getting a colonoscopy is nothing compared to getting cancer!! The procedure is really very quick and easy, and also involves a great little nap. The prep isn’t that bad and it’s good to get a “cleanse” – it sure beats the alternative, right?
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women combined in the U.S. and we need to change the statistics. This cancer is preventable if more people get their screening. It’s a treatable and curable disease. Please listen to your body and be your own advocate. Look at your family history, blood in your stool, bloating and fatigue. For me, anemia was a trigger that led me to get a colonoscopy on Oct. 20, 2010. Upon waking up from the procedure, I was told I had cancer. No signs, no symptoms, no family history. I turned 50 that year. I have had treatment at the University of Colorado Anschutz Cancer Center with oncologist Dr. Wells Messersmith, who is absolutely incredible. I had surgery on Nov. 7, 2010, with brilliant surgeon Dr. Gajdos. He removed tumors from my colon, liver
and lymph nodes. Following the surgery I started chemo on Dec 28, 2010, which obviously wasn’t fun. Wouldn’t you rather have a colonoscopy? I repeated chemo in 2012 and have had radiation. I am currently stable and have a CT scan every six months. Praise God! It’s been an unbelievable journey. There are so many worthy, supportive organizations that need donations, such as Cancer League of Colorado, Colon Cancer Alliance, Colon Club and Chris4Life/Colontown. Mayor Erika Hanson Brown created Colontown from the need for more survivorship after diagnosis. She won her battle in 2002. One must join the group and Colontownies have a place to speak their mind. A true warrior that passed away this year, on my birthday, is Gloria Borges. She made a huge mark on the cancer world but left us too soon. She was only 32, diagnosed at age 28. Look at her blogs and stories at wunderproject.org. Fundraising events are stronger than ever, pushing her passion to find a cure. Her biggest theme is “Cancer, Your Time Is Up!” Cancer is becoming an epidemic – what is going on? We need to support, donate and help these organizations to find cures and get our butts in gear and get screened. I have been to Washington, D.C., twice to call on Congress at the Capitol. Survivors tell their stories to their local representatives to not cut funding for medical imaging. Right Scan/Right Time is essential and life saving. But most important is early detection. Colon Cancer is the most preventable, treatable and beatable. Spread the word.
and respond to signs of mental illness and substance-use disorder. This internationally recognized training introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental-health problems, builds understanding of their impact and overviews common treatments. The Littleton class is on March 10 and 11, and the Englewood class is on April 29. SMHA is a network of dedicated healthcare providers and community-based organizations that serve the uninsured and un-
derinsured in Arapahoe and Douglas counties (with the exception of Aurora). ADMHN provides a wide variety of mental-health and substance-abuse services, including individual, family, marital and group counseling, therapy, groups, psychiatry, emergency and residential-treatment programs. Seating is limited and registration is required online at www. smhaco/meetings, or contact Traci Jones at 303-793-9615, or email traci@smhaco.org for more details and to reserve your place.
Saundra Sweeney at the CCA conference - the blue star represents hope and unity to fight Colon Cancer.
Photos courtesy of Saundra Sweeney
Mental-health first aid offered The South Metro Health Alliance and Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network are offering Mental Health First Aid training classes in March and April in Littleton and Englewood. MHFA training is an eighthour interactive course designed to give members of the public the essential skills to help someone who is developing a mental-health problem or experiencing a mentalhealth crisis. The training helps those who are trained to identify, understand
March 6, 2014 • THE VILLAGER • PAGE 17 FLEURISH
Spotlight On Business
Benihana’s new ‘Express Lunch’ By Peter Jones
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hen restaurant consumers think of Benihana, they likely associate the Japanese eatery with special occasions, exotic cocktails in tiki mugs and theatrical meals prepared at the table by a dexterous, knife-wielding chef. Grabbing a quick lunch at Benihana might seem as unlikely as catching the floorshow at a quick-service sandwich joint. But think again. “Benihana is a fun location, but it really is a reasonable place for a meal any day of the week. It’s a great place and a great time,” said Alex Peters, who manages the Benihana location on Tamarac Drive in south Denver. Although Benihana has had a lunch menu for some time, many nearby Denver Tech Center workers with a hankering for Japanese have been more prone to the cuisine’s fast-casual versions. After all, do businessmen-on-the-go really have time for onion volcanoes, vegetable juggling and birthday shout-outs? Enter the Benihana Express Lunch – a fast-service menu available Monday through Friday until 4 p.m. designed specifically for time-crunched lunch guests. “It’s just an opportunity for people to be able to come in and get a good meal in a very quick manner and be able to enjoy the same food they’ve enjoyed with a show and get in and out of the restaurant within their lunch break,” Peters said. The Express menu boasts reasonably priced, ample variations on the items longtime Benihana fans have come to expect. Hibachi chicken or shrimp and julienne steak are all available for less than $10, as are the combos and rice bowls. Among the most popular items are the chicken, salmon and beef lunch boats priced between $10 and $11. Served on a long Asian seafaring-shaped plate, the generously portioned “boats” are stocked with sides of edamame, sashimi, a California roll, shrimp and vegetable tempura, steamed rice and fresh fruit. The yachts are
Hibachi chef Benji Tsendayush works his magic at Benihana.
Photos by Peter Jones
anchored by both soup and salad. The new Express Lunch has been a rare change for 50-yearold Benihana, which now has more than 100 outlets in more than 20 countries from Romania to El Salvador. “A few years ago, we were bought,” Peters explained. “We kind of reenergized and started looking at what other things we can do. Lunch became one of the focuses, but the majority of our menu is the basics of what we’ve been doing for the last 50 years.” Benihana [named for the Japanese word for safflower] was founded in New York City by the colorful Hiroaki “Rocky” Aoki, a professional wrestler, frequent thrill seeker and onetime professional musician. According to lore, Aoki’s father had found a single red safflower, or benihana, growing in the rubble of post-war Tokyo. Within a year of the first restau-
rant’s blossom, Benihana was the rage of Manhattan with luminaries from the Beatles to Muhammad Ali making celebrated visits to the West 56th Street eatery. In the late 1960s, Aoki, still in his 20s, opened shop in Chicago and began dotting the globe with his unique concept restaurant. For more than two decades, Benihana was Japanese before Japanese was “cool.” Years before the ubiquity of sushi and an eventual proliferation of trendy hibachi restaurants, Benihana was the Western world’s lone proliferator of bountiful Asian cuisine as prepared by talented chefs who doubled as showmen. “Once you find someone that has the personality, you can train them,” Peters said. “Some of the chefs take eggs and can actually throw them up, touch the ceiling, touch them with the spatula, go back down and flip them around without breaking the egg.”
The hearty Julienne steak lunch boat, loaded with sides, is $9.95. The show and menu are not all that have remained constant within this mainstay of Japanese cuisine, despite the recent buyout. Peters, whose surname is more English and German, came to Benihana only six months ago. “I thought it might be more of a culture shock, but we work with so many different people from so many different countries,” he said. “But every once in a while, we get an operations email and they forget to put it into English. I email back, ‘Help!’”
3295 S. Tamarac Drive, Denver 303-750-0200 www.benihana.com
Elvis has left the building, though he was among the many celebrities to visit locations started by Benihana founder Hiroaki “Rocky” Aoki. This photo adorns the Denver location.
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Colorado Symphony announces 2014/15 season The Colorado Symphony announced programming for the 2014/15 season, which opens Friday, Sept. 18, at Boettcher Concert Hall. The Colorado Symphony’s 2014/15 season represents a richly diverse spectrum of symphonic music, from classical to contemporary. Under the guidance of Music Director Andrew Litton, the line-up includes appearances by some of symphonic music’s most revered artists, including conductors Marin Alsop and Pinchas Zukerman, violinists Gil Shaham and Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and pianists Olga Kern, Natasha Paremski and Yefim Bronfman. “Musically speaking, there’s nothing our incredible orchestra can’t do,” said Andrew Litton, who conducts eight Masterworks programs in the coming season. “We’re so excited about the programs, star performers, variety and quality of concerts next season. I have invited some
of my oldest and closest friends to come and play with us. They also happen to be some of the greatest performers in the world today.” As the leading orchestra in the Rocky Mountain West, the Colorado Symphony curates programming that reflects both excellence and creative innovation. With more than 50 programs, the 2014/15 season honors the diverse aptitudes and appetites of Colorado audiences, spanning everything from Beethoven and Bobby McFerrin to Broadway show tunes and soaring, choral classics. Programs will showcase works by renowned as well as emerging composers. There is even a new “Geek Package,” which kicks off with a second symphonic tribute to Comic Con. Subscriptions to the 2014/15 season are on sale now at www. coloradosymphony.org. Single tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, Aug. 1.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY FEATURING EILEEN IVERS AND IMMIGRANT SOUL MARCH 17 X MON 6:30
SCOTT O’NEIL, RESIDENT CONDUCTOR The New York Times calls Eileen Ivers “the Jimi Hendrix of the violin.” Her performances are astounding, electrifying, and downright fiddle-tastic. The Colorado Symphony string musicians, being classically trained, are always thrilled to show off their fiddle skills. Come for an evening of Celtic music and be dazzled by the sensation that is Eileen Ivers and her band Immigrant Soul.
Arapahoe High School cheerleaders perform during a timeout at the Arapahoe vs. Rock Canyon game, March 1. Photo by Tom Barry
Warriors take Jags, advance in B-ball tourney By Tom Barry On March 1, nearly all 700 parking spots at Arapahoe High School were filled with fans as the home team played Rock Canyon in the second round of the boys 5A state basketball playoffs. Inside the gym, the noise at times was almost deafening, as more than 1,200 students, families and other fans enjoyed a closely matched competition. Arapahoe soundly defeated Rock Canyon 58–49. At the end of the first period, the Warriors led by four points. In the second, each team scored eight points. As the home team went into the locker room, Arapahoe was ahead 22–18. In the third period, both teams traded baskets, and after the midpoint of the final quarter Arapahoe took control, running down the clock and getting fouled. Rock Creek made a gallant effort, but was unable to land many shots in the end. Throughout the game, both student sections – separated by flimsy yellow caution tape with the Warriors band in between – were trading cheers. Arapahoe’s cheerleaders came onto the floor at every timeout and performed
gymnastics-like routines, pivoting several girls atop others’ shoulders. With just several minutes remaining, it was apparent that Rock Canyon could not match the score. “We knew coming in that Mitch Lombard and Tyler Garcia were definitely two of the key players we needed to take care of in this game,” said Corbin Atwell, an Arapahoe senior. “Although they got some good shots, we held them down for the most part and executed the game plan to a level Raving fans of Arapahoe High School that we were to man- cheer at “T-shirt time” on March 1 in age to pull out a W.” the second round of 5A playoffs against At the end of the Rock Canyon. Photos courtesy of Olivia Fink playoff game, numerous Jaguars came game raised more than $4,000 for back to hug their opponents wish- the Claire Davis Fund. ing them luck in the next round. Arapahoe, with a 19-5 record, The last time these two teams met will be paired with Smokey Hill was after the shooting tragedy at with 15-10 record. The game is Arapahoe. The Jaguars students, slotted for 7 p.m. on Wednesday, staff and parents at the previous March 5, at Arapahoe.
RIGHT: Captain Ethan Brunhofer of Arapahoe High School sprints ahead in a 58-49 win against of opponent Rock Canyon in the second round of 5A playoffs.
THE MIDTOWN MEN MARCH 22 X SAT 7:30 SCOTT TERRELL, CONDUCTOR A one-of-a-kind concert experience from a one-of-a-kind decade, The Midtown Men transport audiences back to the magic of the 60s. Reuniting four stars from the original cast of Broadway’s Jersey Boys, Tony Award® winner Christian Hoff, Tony Award® nominee J. Robert Spencer, Michael Longoria, and Daniel Reichard breathe new life into classics from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Motown, The Four Seasons and more.
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The 5-foot-9 senior Nicholas Farmen of Arapahoe High School receives a pass during the second round of 5A basketball playoffs on March 1 against Rock Canyon High School.
March 6, 2014 • THE VILLAGER • PAGE 19
Cory Gardner announces intention to run for U.S. Senate for a brighter future
Photo by Tommy Collier Fur and YSL vintage jewelry from Dan Sharp
What a difference a few days make…
Like the weather in Colorado, the political climate can shift quickly. U.S. Congressman Cory Gardner, always fresh and enthusiastic, has already been dubbed
the GOP “Idea Man” and labeled as one of the Top GOP Young Guns. In threatening weather conditions on Saturday morning in the warehouse of Denver Lumber Company, he officially launched his campaign for U.S. Senate. He talked about the unlimited, powerful opportunities
of America and how we are here to push back against Colorado’s pushback and experience a brighter future. “In 2008, Colorado led the nation in change,” said Gardner, whose wife, parents and two children were on stage as well. “The American spirit is the passion that
drives our hearts. It’s about hard working people in all four corners of Colorado who want to live our lives, not the way government wants us to live our lives. In every heart is the desire to rise. We need to recapture the future and promise that is America. “Together we will rise.”
By Scottie Taylor Iverson
Together we will rise! - Cory Gardner
On stage supporting the candidate were Ron Stephens, his wife Colorado state Rep. Amy Stephens, Perry Buck – Colorado HD 49 and husband Ken Buck, Weld County DA, who will run for the congressional seat held by Gardner Photos by Scottie Taylor Iverson
RIGHT: U.S. Congressman Mike Coffman visits with Douglas County School Board member Doug Benevento, whose daughter Anna created a campaign sign for Cory Gardner at the rally. LEFT: Cory Gardner’s campaign sign depicts his farm roots in Yuma.
Republican activist Lynne Cottrell with U.S. Senate candidate Cory Gardner while he mingles in the crowd of hundreds with son Thatcher
Former chief of Colorado Republicans Dick Wadhams with Shara Castle and Mike Beasley
Amy Stephens feted by Owens women Just hours after Ken Buck, who was in the U.S. Senate race and participated in The Denver Post-hosted debate with four other men vying with Amy Stephens, two Republican politicians switched horses. Ken Buck is now running for Cory Gardner’s congressional seat and Gardner is running for the U.S. Senate opposing incumbent Democrat Mark Udall. Just hours before that – the Owens women hosted a reception and fundraising event at the home of former first lady Frances Owens. Vibrant, award-winning Stephens was endorsed by Hank Brown and has been identified as one of the “Five Rising Stars of the Republican Party.” She graciously dropped out of the race and expressed support for Gardner saying: “Now it’s time to get to work.”
ABOVE: Colorado State 19th District Rep. Amy Stephens with the Owens women – former Colorado first lady Frances Owens, former first daughter Monica Owens, former first sister Mary K. Lowe and daughter-in-law Kristen Owens LEFT: CampExperience sisters Cathy Hawk, founder Betsy Wiersma and Elizabeth Moore at the home of Frances Owens
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Manassa Jack Dempsey: Mauler The
By Linda Wommack “Tall men come down to my height when I hit ‘em in the body,” - Jack Dempsey 1923 A bold, yet confident statement made by a man who struggled throughout his life. From meager beginnings, he fought, literally for everything he had, including the world championship boxing title in 1919. It was a time when America needed a hero and Jack Dempsey delivered. William Harrison Dempsey (he didn’t fight under the name “Jack” Dempsey until 1913) was born in the tiny farming and ranching community of Manassa, in southwestern Colorado on June 24, 1895. He was the ninth of 13 children born to Hyrum and Celia Dempsey. Hyrum Dempsey did his best to provide for his family, working several different jobs, but usually failed. He turned to hard rock mining which took him to different mining camps, often leaving his family behind. While the Dempsey family struggled financially, they stayed together, largely due to Celia. Possibly because of the family background, Celia encouraged young William at the age of 7, to pursue his interest in boxing. His grandfather, Andrew Dempsey, had been a regional boxing champion in West Virginia, and it is said, his great uncle, “Devil” Anse Hatfield of the Hatfield, and McCoys, fueding fame, was also a boxer. For young William, the inspiration was instantaneous. He had first realized he could punch, when at the age of 7 he got into a fight with a boy named Fred. During the fight, Fred’s father urged his boy to use his teeth. When Fred turned to question his father, Dempsey hit him so hard he had to be revived by the local veterinarian. From that moment, the boy was hooked. Moving from mining camp to mining camp, William and his brothers quickly learned that boxing was a common form of entertainment in the mining camps, and William loved it. And as he grew older, watching his parents struggle, the sport of boxing became a way out of the poverty his family experienced. Boxing became a dream for a better life, for William, much as the West was that same dream for his parents when they left Kentucky. In mining areas, such as Creede, Leadville, Cripple Creek, Montrose, Ouray and Salida, the Dempsey boys picked up every boxing tip they could. By age 13, Dempsey had dropped out of school, taking any job he could, including hard rock mining, and “nedding”, or commiting petty crimes, in the off hours, before becoming a boxer with his older brother Bernie as his instructor. Living in Montrose in 1909, the Dempsey brothers converted the backyard chicken house into a training house, installing an old mattress for soft landings. To gain endurance and speed, for Dempsey was short, thin and a bit frail, he would chase horses, or jump rope. To strengthen his jaw, Bernie instructed his brother to chew pine tree gum right off the tree. To toughen his skin, Bernie made his brother bathe his face, ears and hands in beef brine, a ritual Dempsey continued throughout his career. Taking the name “Kid Blackie,” Dempsey was soon ready for his first prizefight. The fight
Jack Dempsey Promo Photo
Dempsey and his new plane
was against one of the local boys Dempsey regularly squared off with. Dempsey later recalled, “I won the fight, but you’d never know it if you’d seen my face.” Dempsey and his brother went from one mining camp to another, looking for boxing matches. To solicit a fight, Dempsey would walk into the local saloon and announce, “I can’t sing and I can’t dance, but I’ll kick anybody in the house.” His high-pitched voice and skinny size usually resulted in laughter, and was not taken seriously. Yet there were usually a couple of patrons who had one drink too many and were willing to take on the skinny kid with a loud mouth. Soon, the Dempsey brothers were getting legitimate fights. Bernie took the name “Jack” Dempsey in honor of his favorite Irish fighter of the time. One of the earlier fights occurred in Cripple Creek, and proved to be a pivotal point for young Dempsey. Older brother Bernie was scheduled to fight George Coplen, a seasoned boxer and local miner, at the Opera House in Cripple Creek. For whatever reason, Bernie decided to back out and talked his brother into the fight. Young William Dempsey entered the ring under his brother’s name of “Jack” and no one knew the difference. Dempsey clocked Coplen six times in the first round. The fight should have been over, but Coplen managed to get up. Coplen went down twice more in the second round, but nearly ended the fight with a blow to Dempsey’s ear. By the third round, Dempsey was having trouble breathing. At the end of the sixth round, he was so beat up, he thought of quitting. In the seventh round, Dempsey delivered two tough blows, put-
ting Coplen down. But it wasn’t over, Coplen got up, staggered, and Dempsey knocked him down for a third time, and watched, horrified, as Coplen started pulling himself up by the ropes. But Coplen couldn’t get up, and the referee called the fight, announcing “Jack” Dempsey the winner. From that fight in Cripple Creek, Jack Dempsey kept the new name and became the fighter America would idolize. “A champion is someone who gets up when he can’t,” Dempsey said. Within three short years, Jack Dempsey had built himself quite a reputation. He improved with every fight, winning nearly 60 fights, most by knockouts. Promoters back east were hearing rumors of the kid in Colorado. While working part-time as a janitor and handy man at Miss Laura Evans’ legendary brothel on Front Street in Salida, Dempsey fought in his last Colorado fight. It was a sight (or fight) to behold. Dempsey, all of 145 pounds, faced off against a local machin-
ist, 200-pound Hector Conrow. The fight was held at The Rink, a local gathering spot in the community. Hector danced around the ring for the first few rounds, and Dempsey became bored. In the third round, with Miss Laura in the front ring seating section, Dempsey delivered a punch that sent him through the ropes. Hiring a swanky New York City promoter, Doc Kearns, over the next three years, Dempsey fought his way up the ranks, traveling across the country to fight in professional public events. In New York, Dempsey felt horribly out of place and unwanted. His good friend, one-time Pueblo newsman, Damon Runyon, told Jack, “New York doesn’t want you – it’s you that wants New York.” In retirement, Dempsey reflected that his good friend was right. Even so, Dempsey’s fighting record gained him unprecedented fame. In more than 80 professional fights by 1919, Dempsey finally earned the right to fight for the heavyweight champion of the world. “You came out of a fight with Dempsey full of welts and bruises and every bone aching,” said heavyweight champion Jack Sharkey. On the night of July 4, 1919, before a crowd of 20,000, in Toledo, Ohio, Jack Dempsey entered the ring against Jess Willard. It was the fight of his life and he let his opponent have it. The crowd was on its feet, for by the third round, Dempsey unleashed his left hook, breaking Willard’s jaw, hitting again, knocking out six of his teeth, and landing a blow
Dempsey’s boyhood home in Manassa, Colo., is now a museum.
that closed an eye. In a thrilling knockout fight, Dempsey became the world champion. “I wasn’t just fighting for the championship. I was fighting for my life,” Jack Dempsey said. Dempsey became a modern day hero all across America. Yet famed Western marshal turned sports writer, Bat Masterson, probably bitter after betting on Willard, wrote, “Dempsey wouldn’t last six months as champion.” Masterson was wrong. The victory was reported to high acclaim worldwide. Dempsey’s old friend, Damon Runyon wrote of the fight and dubbed Dempsey the Manassa Mauler. The name stuck and the legend was born. The Manassa Mauler was a name that haunted all opponents as Dempsey defended his championship for the next seven years. Five of the six matches were knockouts in the first to third rounds. Dempsey held the championship until Sept. 23, 1926, when he lost a 10-round decision to Gene Tunney in Philadelphia. Dempsey continued boxing in exhibitions after his defeat but retired from professional boxing in 1940. He opened a successful restaurant in New York, where he lived until his death in 1983, at the age of 88. “He came along at a time when the sport was at its alltime low. Dempsey was the first universally-accepted American sports superstar,” Steve Farhood, The Ring Magazine.
Photos courtesy of Denver Public Library, Western History Collection
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2014 Scion tC still a touring coupe with soulful speed By Don Bain In 2013, the Scion tC sports coupe marked its 10-year anniversary – a milestone for the youth-oriented brand that surprisingly draws buyers from across social strata, genders, generations and ethnicities. For anyone looking for a sports coupe without selling a major organ to finance it, the Scion tC is a very attractive vehicle. In short, it is great fun to drive, easy to get in and out of – unlike the FR-S from which it draws genetic aspects – and affordable for the young semi-professional or the aging hipster looking to recapture a glimpse of lost youth. Add to the above a lot of cutting edge features and technology and a bargain price just more than $20,000. Strangely, having driven vehicles costing a great deal more, something about the tC made us slow to risk its gorgeous body on the snowy streets of Denver recently. Had it been summer we would have put a lot more miles on this little jewel. Nevertheless, one sunny day we put the 2014 Scion tC through its 6-speed transmission accelerating across several lanes of I-25 south using the paddle shifters. It was a sheer joy to let the revs reach optimal, at least audibly, and click the paddle to boost the coupe’s speed. Of course, once we reached highway speed and
sixth gear, we just pushed the shifter over to the drive mode to avoid the work of downshifting in traffic. Running through the gears gave just the slightest hint of how much fun this car would be in summer on dry open roads. It’s quite surprising what 180 horsepower can do with a small car. This power develops from a 2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve engine coupled to the 6-speed sequential automatic transmission. It features Dynamic Rev Management, which is just a way of saying it gets everything out the fourbanger motor without you having to worry about it. The responsiveness in curves and maneuvering is excellent thanks to its short wheelbase and MacPherson struts in front and double wishbone suspension in back. When its time to reign in those horses, 16-inch alloy wheels utilize vented disks up front and solid disc brakes in back to give the tC excellent stopping ability. After all, those who like to go fast require the ability to slow and stop just as quickly. The 2014 Scion tC is expressly built for such folks. For safety’s sake, the Scion has a complete array of airbags, braking and traction systems and even tire pressure monitoring. Without additional costs, it comes with a panoramic power moonroof and
automatic projector beam headlamps. Since it is aimed at a younger buyer, the sound system is one of the selling points of the car – a 300-watt Pioneer sound system is connected to eight speakers, three of which are in each door – with a high frequency radiator, midrange and low frequency bass speaker on each side. Two more speakers reside in the rear of the car. Bluetooth connectivity, USB and auxiliary ports complete the infotainment package but smart key entry, an immobilizer and other impressive standard features are all there at the $20,210 list price and with delivery and destination charges this marvelous vehicle is yours for just $20,965. The sporty coupe still gets 26mpg combined and scores 7 of 10 on greenhouse emissions. Its particulate signature is average, but you can’t get it all at this price point. Though the 2014 Scion tC is obviously aimed at young 20-something males, it still works for AARP card-carrying oldsters without a lot of other concerns. In terms of initial outlay, overall value, performance and style points, this is a great starting point for anyone who lives to drive instead of just driving to live.
Littleton tree program returns The City of Littleton continues its annual tree-planting program with 12 species of trees. The program is intended to encourage tree planting, species diversity and water conservation and is open to all property owners in the city. On Saturday, April 19, the city’s tree committee will distribute 160 trees. Participants pay $30 for bare-root trees and $50 for “Balled & Burlapped” (B&B) trees. The trees must be planted within the Littleton city limits. All newly planted trees require regular watering – applied in all seasons – for three to four years after planting. Most of the trees offered are considered low or low-moderate water-demand trees, which require minimal supplemental watering once established. Tree photos and de-
scriptions are available at www. littletongov.org/trees. Five types of trees will be provided in bare-root form. Bare-root trees are light and easy to handle, but require immediate planting. The remaining seven species of trees are B&B, with root balls weighing 50 to 100 pounds. All of the trees will initially be five to 12 feet in height, with initial trunk calipers and mature sizes as indicated on the order form. They may be planted in the public right-of-way or on private property in the city, with an initial limit of six trees per single-family residential property. School PTOs, businesses and homeowners associations are encouraged to purchase larger quantities. Participants must make arrangements to pick up and plant their own trees and are respon-
sible for all maintenance, pruning and watering. The trees must be picked up Saturday, April 19 between 8 a.m. and noon at the Littleton Service Center, 1800 W. Belleview Ave. Detailed treeplanting instructions will be provided. Volunteers will plant trees for those who are physically unable. Interested citizens should fill out the application and return it with a check payable to the City of Littleton. The trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis with a March 21 application deadline. After the deadline, call to check on tree availability. All trees purchased through this program must be planted within the Littleton city limits. Call 303-795-3766 for more information.
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Balfour at Riverfront Park senior community begins pre-leasing
Balfour Senior Living announced plans to begin pre-leasing 28 affordable rental units for seniors age 62 and older at Balfour at Riverfront Park. The community, located in downtown Denver’s premier Riverfront Park location, features design by iconic architectural firm Robert A.M. Stern Architects, and is scheduled to open Labor Day. Balfour Founder Michael K. Schonbrun said, “We are proud to partner with the City and County of Denver in offering affordable units in a premier location and with our signature Balfour services. Our residents will enjoy numerous amenities, including fine restaurant dining, limousine service, pool, spa and exercise program and more than 300 planned activities/excursions per month.” Floor plans include one bedroom, one bath apartment homes featuring full kitchens with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and bathrooms with Carrera marble vanities and glass showers.
Qualifying residents for the affordable units are those with annual household incomes at or below 100 percent of Denver’s annual published median, which is currently $61,400 for 2014 for a two-person household. Under Riverfront Park’s Affordable Housing Plan, annual income re-certifications are required for each household. The size of a person’s assets aren’t exclusionary, provided the earnings off of those assets don’t exceed the annual median income. B a l four’s leasing office at 1590 Little Raven showcases a large detailed scale model of the project, a unit kitchen and design boards showing the fabrics and furniture of the library, dining room, the spa and the Moffat station (the main common area for the community). Situated on Basset Circle on the base of the Millennium Bridge, the leasing office is open seven days a week. Inquiries can be made via email to info@balfouratriverfrontpark. com or by calling 720-360-4500. Visit www.balfourcare.com.
For the 15th year in a row, the Littleton High Schools girls varsity soccer team has been recognized by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America for its academic excellence. Photo courtesy of Littleton Public Schools
LHS soccer team recognized for academic excellence The Littleton High Schools girls varsity soccer team has been recognized by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America for its academic excellence. The
team is one of only three schools in Colorado to receive this award for spring 2013. The LHS soccer program is third in the nation for consecutive years of receiv-
ing the award, as this is the 15th straight year the school has been honored. Teams must attain a combined grade point average of 3.25 or greater to be eligible.
Heritage prepares for MAD Week
Submitted by Erin Myles, Student Chair Heritage High School With the approach of spring, the students of Heritage High School find ourselves busily preparing for the wonderful tradition known as MAD Week. “MAD” stands forming a Difference, and Heritage students and staff, our families, and our surrounding community members have done precisely that since 2006. Few schools in America can boast of the kind of philanthropic, global engagement that MAD Week provides for our community. In total, the Heritage community has raised more than $130,000 for four worthy causes. In 2006, we donated almost $10,000 to the MakeA-Wish Foundation for a seriously ill young girl named Anna. In 2010, we donated more than $13,000 to build an addition to a school for the Dalit, the untouchable class in southern India. Over a five-year period, we have donated more than
$92,000 to the people of Kabala in Sierra Leone, Africa to support an amputee camp and school for the blind as well as build and sustain our namesake sister school, the Heritage High School of Kabala. Last year we shifted our focus to the Danny Dietz Memorial Fund and Lone Survivor Foundation, raising $15,000 to support our veterans and their families. This year, the Heritage student body has decided to return our focus to our sister school in hopes of helping it become a certified secondary school. By building additional classrooms for our students, we will be able to continue the work we started. Following their graduation from Heritage of Kabala, many of our students return to the poor conditions they faced prior to their schooling. Although they have received an education, many of the boys return to the fields as share crop farmers and many of the girls are married off at as young as 14 years old. Keeping
the students in school for secondary schooling will open up more job opportunities following their graduation, which will improve their life now and in the future and ultimately immeasurably improve their community. Our goal for MAD Week 2014 is to raise $10,000 to support our sister school and continue to strengthen our bond. We’ve planned a variety of events during the week of March 17-21 and the public is invited to attend all of them. For more information on MAD Week, visit www.heritage.littletonpublicschools.net or contact faculty advisors Allison Smith at ajsmith@ lps.k12.co.us or Heidi Dudley at hdudley@lps.k12.co.us. If you wish to make a contribution to MAD Week, you can write a check to Heritage High School (add MAD Week 2014 in the memo line) and send it to Heritage High School, Attn: Heidi Dudley, MAD Week, 1401 W. Geddes Ave, Littleton, CO 80120.
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Legal Notices What are legal/public notices?
“(1) ‘Legal notice’ or ‘advertisement’ means any notice or other written matter required to be published in a newspaper by any laws of this state, or by the ordinances of any city or town, or by the order of any court of record of this state. “(2) ‘Privately supported legal notice or advertisement’ means any legal notice or advertisement which is required by federal, state, or local law or court order which is paid for by a person or entity other than a governmental entity either directly or by direct, specific reimbursement to the governmental entity. “(3) ‘Publicly supported legal notice or advertisement’ means any legal notice or advertisement which is required by federal, state, or local law or court order which is paid for by a governmental entity.” -Legal Publication Laws of Colorado, Colorado Press Association
COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0805-2013 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 4, 2013, 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) Chad J. Geithman Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for MIT Lending Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC, Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2005-AC9 Date of Deed of Trust April 19, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 26, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number) B5059121 Original Principal Amount $106,900.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $100,520.66 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 333 W. Lehow Avenue Unit #3, Englewood, CO 80110. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/02/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
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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: 12/04/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of
Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 13-02624 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 0805-2013 EXHIBIT A CONDOMINIUM UNIT 3, BUILDING 2A, SOUTH SLOPE CONDOMINIUMS AMENDED, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP RECORDED MARCH 18, 1981 IN BOOK 49 AT PAGE 44, AND CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION RECORDED MARCH 3, 1981 IN BOOK 3373 AT PAGE 550, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORDO. Published in the Villager First Published February 6, 2014 Last Published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 0805-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1643-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 11, 2013, 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) BYRON S MOE Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust July 18, 2008 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 24, 2008 Recording Information (Reception Number) B8083562 Original Principal Amount $131,330.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $143,022.14 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 33 AND 34, BLOCK 26, JACKSONS BROADWAY HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 4255 S FOX STREET, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CUR-
RENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/09/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
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IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 12/11/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly L. Decker #32647 Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 302, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 13-914-25689 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Villager First Published February 13, 2014 Last Published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 1643-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1658-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 18, 2013, 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) Anna Zarlengo Living Trust dated August 29, 2001 as to an undivided 60% interest and Margie Shoemaker Living Trust, dated August 29, 2001, as to an undivided 40% interest Original Beneficiary(ies) Bank of the West Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF THE WEST Date of Deed of Trust December 04, 2007 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 18, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) B7157976 Original Principal Amount $303,566.90 Outstanding Principal Balance $287,445.85 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated
as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. Lot 11, Block 5, Amended Plat, Dream I-louse Acres, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2902 E. Orchard Rd., Littleton, CO 80121. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/16/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
2/20/2014 3/20/2014 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: 12/18/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 A. Lobus #3648 the Law Firm of John A Lobus 710 Kipling Street, Suite 402, Lakewood, CO 80215 (303) 232-5606 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # BOW v Zarlengo & Shoemaker ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Villager First Published February 20, 2014 Last Published March 20, 2014 Legal #1658-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1665-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 20, 2013, 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) NATHAN J. GREENBERG and ROSE GREENBERG Original Beneficiary(ies) FINANCIAL FREEDOM SENIOR FUNDING CORPORATION, A SUBSIDIARY OF INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B.
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt ONEWEST BANK, FSB Date of Deed of Trust September 23, 2005 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 12, 2005 Recording Information (Reception Number) B5153490 Original Principal Amount $315,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $174,258.17 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 9, BLOCK 2, Hl-LIN SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2409 SOUTH FAIRFAX DRIVE, DENVER, CO 80222. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/16/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
2/20/2014 3/20/2014 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: 12/20/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 Eve M. Grina #43658 David R. Doughty #40042 Jennifer K. Cruseturner #44452 Sheila J. Finn #36637 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 31413 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012
Published in the Villager First Published February 20, 2014 Last Published March 20, 2014 Legal #:1665-2013 _______________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1669-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 23, 2013, 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) CAROL CONNELL Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER, LEHMAN BROTHERS BANK, FSB, A FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust December 13, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 15, 2006 Recording Information (Reception Number) B6176067 Original Principal Amount $139,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $139,284.40 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2351 WEST VASSAR AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/23/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
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IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED
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RENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
DATE: 12/23/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly L. Decker #32647 Toni M.N. Dale #30580 Medved Dale Decker & Deere, LLC 355 Union Blvd., Suite 302, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 13-914-25670 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
1669-2013 Exhibit A The West 22.31 Feet of the South One-Half of Lot 36, Block 12, Southlawn Gardens, more particularly described as follows: a part of Lot 36 and 37, Block 12, Southlawn Gardens, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest comer of said Lot 36, Thence West along the South Lot line of said Lot 37 A distance of 0.02 Feet; Thence North 00 Degrees 09 Minutes 25 Seconds East a Distance of 107.50 Feet; thence East a distance of 22.06 Feet; thence South a distance of 107.50 Feet to a Point on the South line of said Lot 36; thence West along said South Lot line of said lot 36 a distance of 23.33 Feet to the Southwest comer of said Lot 36, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Published in the Villager First Published February 27, 2014 Last Published March 27, 2014 Legal #: 1669-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1670-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 23, 2013, 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) Sherry Lynn Gutierrez Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Pacific Republic Mortgage Corporation, A California Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of America, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust April 23, 2003 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 12, 2003 Recording Information (Reception Number) B3103153 Original Principal Amount $120,573.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $107,131.12 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 2575 South Syracyse Way #L-304, Denver, CO 80231. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CUR
NOTICE OF SALE
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/23/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
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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: 12/23/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 13-06790 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 1670-2013 EXHIBIT A CONDOMINIUM UNIT 304, CONDOMINIUM BUILDING L, HUNTER’S RUN CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 17, 1984 IN BOOK 81 AT PAGE 36, IN THE RECORDS OF THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER, STATE OF COLORADO AND AS DEFINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION FOR HUNTER’S RUN CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED ON JULY 5, 1984 IN BOOK 4201 AT PAGE 472 IN SAID RECORDS AND SECOND ANNEXATION RECORDED DECEMBER 27, 1984 IN BOOK 4336 AT PAGE 365, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Published in the Villager First Published February 27, 2014 Last Published March 27, 2014 Legal #: 1670-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1677-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 27, 2013, 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) Jill Navratil Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Universal Lending Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of America, N.A.
Date of Deed of Trust October 05, 2009 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust October 22, 2009 Recording Information (Reception Number) B9115784 Original Principal Amount $179,685.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $169,616.68 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 27 AND 28, BLOCK 2, GREEN SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 4589 S Acoma St, Englewood, CO 80110. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/23/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
2/27/2014 3/27/2014 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: 12/27/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 13-06755 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Villager First Published February 27, 2014 Last Published March 27, 2014 Legal #: 1677-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1679-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 27, 2013, 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) Frank A. Cordova and Margaret M. Cordova Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Brokers Conduit Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of America, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust December 26, 2006 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 04, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number) B7001795 Original Principal Amount $123,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $118,376.06 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 25, 26 AND 27, BLOCK 22, SHERIDAN SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 1733 West Girard Avenue, Englewood, CO 80110. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/23/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
2/27/2014 3/27/2014 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: 12/27/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790 Deanna L. Westfall #23449 Jennifer Griest #34830 Britney Beall-Eder #34935 Kimberly L. Martinez #40351 Reagan Larkin #42309 Christopher T. Groen #39976 Cynthia Lowery #34145 The Castle Law Group, LLC 999 18th Street #2201, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 13-06443 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Villager First Published February 27, 2014 Last Published March 27, 2014 Legal #: 1679-2013 ________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE \ SALE NO. 1685-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 27, 2013, 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) STACEY R. WILEY-GREANEY Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust January 11, 2010 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust February 09, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number) D0013203 Original Principal Amount $149,572.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $142,362.30 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 16, CHERRY CREEK FARM SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 5, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 10139 EAST PEAKVIEW AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80111. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. If applicable, a description of any
changes to the deed of trust described in the notice of election and demand pursuant to affidavit as allowed by statutes: CRS§38-35-109(5) THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN MODIFIED BY A CORRECTIVE AFFIDAVIT RECORDED ON NOVEMBER 7, 2011 AT RECEPTION NUMBER D1109975 OF THE RECORDS OF THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, THE ORIGINAL LEGAL DESCRIPTION IN THE DEED OF TRUST REFERENCED “FRAM” HAS BEEN CORRECTED TO STATE “FARM” BY THE CORRECTIVE AFFIDAVIT. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/23/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
2/27/2014 3/27/2014 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: 12/27/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 Eve M. Grina #43658 David R. Doughty #40042 Jennifer K. Cruseturner #44452 Sheila J. Finn #36637 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 31641 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Villager First Published February 27, 2014 Last Published March 27, 2014 Legal #: 1685-2013 _________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 1686-2013 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 27, 2013, 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) ANDREW S. CALDWELL and JAMIE R. CALDWELL Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNIVERSAL LENDING CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust March 30, 2010 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 11, 2010 Recording Information (Reception Number) D0044764 Original Principal Amount $206,196.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $197,678.30 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 4, BLOCK 2, OXFORD HEIGHTS, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 4120 S INCA ST, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/23/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
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for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, 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 Eve M. Grina #43658 David R. Doughty #40042 Jennifer K. Cruseturner #44452 Sheila J. Finn #36637 Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092 Janeway Law Firm PC 9800 S. Meridian Blvd., Suite 400, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 31155 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012 Published in the Villager First Published February 27, 2014 Last Published March 27, 2014 Legal #: 1686-2013 _________________________________ COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0015-2014 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On January 3, 2014, 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) Arieh Szigeti and Jan Z. Szigeti Original Beneficiary(ies) WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, A FEDERAL ASSOCIATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Date of Deed of Trust December 02, 2002 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust December 24, 2002 Recording Information (Reception Number) B2247444 Original Principal Amount $945,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $974,641.05 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 28, THE PRESERVE AT GREENWOOD VILLAGE, FILING NO. 5, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO The property to be foreclosed is: Also known by street and number as: 5091 East Perry Parkway, Greenwood Village, CO 80121. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 04/30/2014, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado,, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication
3/6/2014 4/3/2014 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: 01/03/2014 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673 Lisa Cancanon #42043 Emily Jensik #31294 Joan Olson, Esq. #28078 Jennifer H. Trachte #40391 Monica Kadrmas #34904 Catherine A. Hildreth #40975 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 Bannock St., Denver, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Pubished in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Last published April 3, 2014 Legal #:0015-2014 _________________________________ ORDER FOR PUBLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of Petition of Parent/Petitioner: Risa Hansen For Minor Child: Margaret Galloway For a Change of Name to: Margaret Emily Hansen Case No. 14CV7 Division 11
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;
Public Notice is given on 1/9/14 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult in regards to Minor Chiild has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Margaret Galloway be changed to Margaret Emily Hansen.
DATE: 12/27/2013 Cynthia D Mares, Public Trustee in and
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March 6, 2014 • THE VILLAGER • PAGE 25 — Continued from page 24— Last Published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4051 _________________________________ ORDER FOR PUBLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of Petition of Parent/Petitioner: Risa Hansen For Minor Child: Peter Boyd Galloway For a Change of Name to: Peter Boyd Hansen Case No. 14CV9 Division 11 Public Notice is given on 1/9/14 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult in regards to Minor Chiild has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Peter Boyd Galloway be changed to Peter Boyd Hansen. Published in the Villager First Published Febraury 6, 2014 Last Published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4052 _________________________________ ORDER FOR PUBLICATION FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Matter of Petition of Parent/Petitioner: Risa Hansen For Minor Child: Samuel Ross Galloway For a Change of Name to: Samuel Ross Hansen Case No. 14CV8 Division 11 Public Notice is given on 1/9/14 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult in regards to Minor Chiild has been filed with the Arapahoe County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Samuel Ross Galloway be changed to Samuel Ross Hansen. Published in the Villager First Published Febraury 6, 2014 Last Published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4053 _________________________________ 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 Whose 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 Antelope Investors, LLC, The Collections Company, LLC, Donald A. Yale, John D. Carver, Esq., Carver Law, LLC, 2011-SIP-1 RADC VENTURE, LLC, Alma Investments Limited, Jerry M. Rohlfs, Michael W. Mason, James Mason, Russell J. English, HRC SVC POOL II ACQUISITION LLC, Andrew J. Bloom, Chicago Title Insurance Company, Vanessa A. Orta, Esq., Anderson, McCoy, and Orta, P.C., Wells Fargo Bank, NA Document Custody Attn: Kathy Marshall, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as Receiver for Firstier Bank Louisville, Colorado, James M. Elliott, Hudson Realty Capital LLC, Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Bradley D. Hill, Bennett Fire Protection District No. 7, PTL Partners LLC You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 4th day of November, 2010, A.D. the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Anthony Chris Snow, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: LOT 171 ANTELOPE HILLS 1ST FLG EX M/R’S and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to Anthony Chris Snow; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2009; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Antelope Investors LLC for said year 2009; That said Anthony Chris Snow, on the 8th day of January, 2014, 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 be issued for said real estate to the said Anthony Chris Snow, on or about the 24th day of June, 2014, 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 19th day of February, 2014, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in the Villager First published February 27, 2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4082 _________________________________ 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 Whose 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 Michael Gross, Wright Rentals, LLC You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 4th day of November, 2010, A.D. the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Dana H. Cook Family Partnership Ltd., the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: UNIT A BLDG 15045 AS PER CONDO DECLARATION RECORDED IN B3070 P450 NEVIN VILLAGE GREEN SUB 5TH FLG CONDOS PHASE II PART I and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to Dana H. Cook Family Partnership Ltd.;
That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2009; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Michael Gross for said year 2009; That on the 30th day of January, 2014, A.D. said Dana H. Cook Family Partnership Ltd. assigned said certificate of purchase to Robert S. Belica; That said Robert S. Belica, on the 29th day of January, 2014, 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 be issued for said real estate to the said Robert S. Belica, on or about the 24th day of June, 2014, 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 19th day of February, 2014, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in the Villager First published February 27, 2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4083 _________________________________ 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 Whose 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 Lisa Ann Johnson, Freddie Lee Johnson, Freddie Lee Johnson Life Estate, Et Al, James O. Newman, Mary Jo Newman, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Skyline Real Estate, The Shores Homeowner Association I, Inc., Nancy M. McShannic You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 4th day of November, 2010, A.D. the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Dana H. Cook Family Partnership Ltd., the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: LOT 21 BLK 1 THE SHORES 1ST FLG and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to Dana H. Cook Family Partnership Ltd.; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2009; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Freddie Lee Johnson for said year 2009; That on the 30th day of January, 2014, A.D. said Dana H. Cook Family Partnership Ltd. assigned said certificate of purchase to Robert S. Belica; That said Robert S. Belica, on the 29th day of January, 2014, 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 be issued for said real estate to the said Robert S. Belica, on or about the 24th day of June, 2014, 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 19th day of February, 2014, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in the Villager First published February 27,2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4084 _________________________________ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive sealed bids at the City Engineer’s Office, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112-3730, until 1:30 pm on Thursday, March 27, 2014 for the 2014 Tree Planting Program. The specifications for the 2014 Tree Planting Program are currently available on the City of Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage.com/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determina tion in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80%) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to C.R.S. § 8-17-101. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid. The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the City Engineer’s Office, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. Such bonds will be retained by the City until the two year (2) warranty period has expired. Bids will be opened publicly at 1:31 pm Thursday, March 27, 2014, at the Public Works
Department Maintenance Facility, and shall be tabulated by the City. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Kurt Nielsen, Project Manager (303) 708-6156. /s/ John Sheldon, Director of Public Works Published in the Villager First published February 27, 2014 Last published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4088 _________________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO 15-12-801, C.R.S. Estate of ARTHUR LEE BLAKELY, Deceased Case Number 2013PR816 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to Arapahoe County District Court, County OF ARAPAHOE, State of Colorado on or before May 3, 2014, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/: Kevin M. Wein, Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives Miranda F. Blakely and Arlene C. Young. 8557 West Quarles Place Littleton, CO 80128 (720)-283-0820 kevinmwein@gmail.com Published in the Villager First published February 27, 2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4089 _________________________________ 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 In the Interest of: SAMUEL MOTTA Child, And Concerning: GLORIA VERA AND JOHN DOE Respondents, Linda M. Arnold Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive, Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: 303-636-1882 Fax: (303) 636-1889 Registration No. 16764 Case No: 14JV0009 Division: 24 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding GLORIA VERA AND JOHN DOE is set for March 24, 2014 at 9:00 AM in Division 24 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, 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. Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4093 _________________________________ DISTRICT COURT, ARAPAHOE COUNTY, State of Colorado 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 (303) 649-6355 Case Number: 12JV36 Division: 406 PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: ALEXANDRIA CEARNS, Child Upon Petition of the Arapahoe County Department Human Services and: SYLVIA B. ROSS, Obligee and Concerning: ELVERNON CEARNS iii, CALEB (Last Name Unknown); and John Doe NOTICE TO ESTABLISH PATERNITY AND SUPPORT Lisa M. Covington Attorney Reg. #24524 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Arapahoe DHS 14980 E. Alameda Drive, Aurora, CO 80012 Telephone: (303) 752-8900 Fax: (303) 752-8901 NOTICE OF ACTION AND HEARING TO: CALEB (Last Name Unknown) aka CATTHIEF on MySpace.com), JOHN DOE, alleged father(s) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed to establish paternity and support for the above-named child. You have been named as an alleged father of the child. You are further notified that the Petition is set for hearing MAY 28, 2014 DATE, 1:30 P.M. TIME, AT 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, CO 80112 Courtroom 406. You are further notified that if you fail to appear, the court may enter a default order against you. Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4094 _________________________________ NOTICE CITY OF CENTENNIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday, March 3, 2014, the Centennial City Council passed and adopted the following ordinance on second and final reading: CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 2014 O-03 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CENTENNIAL, COLORADO AMENDING CHAPTER 12 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2011 LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT WITHIN THE OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION (OSR) ZONE DISTRICT The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk and is also available on the
City’s web site, www.centennialcolorado. com. The ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk, 303-754-3302. Adopted by a vote of 8 in favor and 1 against.
(First published February 20, 2014) By: Brenda J. Madison, MMC City Clerk Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal # 4095 _________________________________ CITY OF GLENDALE PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE The following ordinance was passed before the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, on the 4th day of February, 2014, and was ordered published by said Council: ORDINANCE NO. 3 SERIES OF 2014 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, AMENDING CHAPTER 15.16, FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS A copy of this Ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Dated the 5th of February, 2014 City of Glendale, Colorado Sherry Frame, City Clerk Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4097 _________________________________ CITY OF GLENDALE PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE The following ordinance was passed before the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, on the 4th day of February, 2014, and was ordered published by said Council: ORDINANCE NO. 1 SERIES OF 2014 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, REPEALING CHAPTER 5.08, COMMUNITY ANTENNA TELEVISION SYSTEM A copy of this Ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Dated the 5th of February, 2014 City of Glendale, Colorado Sherry Frame, City Clerk Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4098 _________________________________ CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO PRECINCTS 1310903501 AND 1310903502 NOTICE OF CANCELED ELECTION The City of Glendale Regular Municipal Election scheduled for April 1, 2014 has been canceled. As provided in the Glendale Municipal Code, the election was canceled because there were not more candidates than offices to be filled. Therefore, by Resolution, the City Council has ordered the election canceled and deemed the following candidates elected. Council Member – Paula Bovo Council Member – Joseph D. Giglio Council Member – Dario Katardzic Council Member – Doris Rigoni Published in the Villager First publisehd March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4099 _________________________________ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 2014 CITY FLORAL PROGRAM Notice is hereby given that Greenwood Village, Colorado will receive sealed bids at the Public Works/ Parks Services Office, Maintenance Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112, until Friday March 21st, 2014 @ 11:00 a.m., for the 2014 City Floral Program; Design, Planting and Maintenance. The intent of this project is to design, plant, and maintain various flowerbeds throughout the Village. The specifications for the project are currently available on the City of Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage. com under Public Works/Request for bids and proposals. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80 %) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to Section 8-17-101, C.R.S. The Village reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after the bid opening date. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid. The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the City Engineer’s Office, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. The Bid shall be filed with the Public Works/Parks Services Office, Maintenance Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, securely sealed, and endorsed upon the outside of the wrapper, with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. The public bid opening date is set for no later than Friday March 21st, 2014, @ 11:01 a.m., at the Public Works/ Parks Services Office, Maintenance Facility 10001 E. Costilla Ave., and shall be tabulated by the Parks Manager or his designee. /s/ John R. Sheldon, Director of Public Works Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4100 _________________________________
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 2014 STREETSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES Notice is hereby given that Greenwood Village, Colorado will receive sealed bids at the Public Works/ Parks Services Office, Maintenance Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112, until Friday March 21st, 2014 @ 10:00 a.m., for the 2014 Streetscape Maintenance Services; The work to be performed generally includes: on-going maintenance tasks routinely accomplished involving turf management, weed control, irrigation inspection and repair, and plant care that include trees, shrubs, and some floral. The specifications for the project are currently available on the City of Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage. com under Public Works/Request for bids and proposals. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80 %) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to Section 8-17-101, C.R.S. The Village reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days after the bid opening date. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid. The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the City Engineer’s Office, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. The Bid shall be filed with the Public Works/Parks Services Office, Maintenance Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, securely sealed, and endorsed upon the outside of the wrapper, with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. The public bid opening date is set for no later than Friday March 21st, 2014, @ 10:01 a.m., at the Public Works/ Parks Services Office, Maintenance Facility 10001 E. Costilla Ave., and shall be tabulated by the Parks Manager or his designee. /s/ John R. Sheldon, Director of Public Works Publishded in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4101 _________________________________ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 2014 TRAFFIC SIGNAL CLEANING AND PAINTING PROJECT Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive sealed bids at the Public Works Department, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112-3730, until 2:30 p.m., March 20, 2014, for the 2014 Traffic Signal Cleaning and Painting Project. The specifications for the 2014 Traffic Signal Cleaning and Painting project are currently available on the Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage. com/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80%) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to C.R.S. § 8-17-101. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bids greater than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00). The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the Public Works Department, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. Such bonds will be retained by the City until the two year (2) warranty period has expired. Bids will be opened publicly at 2:31 p.m., March 20, 2014, at the Greenwood Village Public Works Facility, and shall be tabulated by the City.
on the City of Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage.com/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80%) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to C.R.S. § 8-17-101. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid. The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the City Engineer’s Office, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. Such bonds will be retained by the City until the two year (2) warranty period has expired. Bids will be opened publicly at 1:31 pm Thursday, March 27, 2014, at the Public Works Department Maintenance Facility, and shall be tabulated by the City. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Kurt Nielsen, Project Manager (303) 708-6156. /s/ John Sheldon, Director of Public Works Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4103 _________________________________ GREENWOOD VILLAGE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE On the 3rd day of March, 2014, the City Council of the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, adopted on second reading the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 01 SERIES OF 2014 INTRODUCED BY: COUNCILMEMBER GORDON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE 3, SECTION 30, OF THE GREENWOOD VILLAGE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TAXATION OF CONVENIENCE FOOD Copies of the aforesaid ordinance are available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk, 6060 South Quebec Street, City of Greenwood Village, Colorado or online at www.greenwoodvillage.com. Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4104 _________________________________ GREENWOOD VILLAGE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO. 02 SERIES OF 2014 INTRODUCED BY: COUNCILMEMBER SCHLUTER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 16-2-270 OF THE GREENWOOD VILLAGE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLANS AND SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANS Copies of the aforesaid ordinance are available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk, 6060 South Quebec Street, City of Greenwood Village, Colorado or online at www.greenwoodvillage.com. Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4105 _________________________________ A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO. 3 SERIES OF 2014 INTRODUCED BY: COUNCILMEMBER ROSE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 11, 16 AND 18 OF THE GREENWOOD VILLAGE MUNICIPAL CODE TO REPLACE REFERENCE TO “CITY ENGINEER” WITH “DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS” THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO, ORDAINS: Section 1. The Greenwood Village Municipal Code is hereby amended by replacing every occurrence of the words “City Engineer” with the words “Department of Public Works” throughout the municipal code, including each of the following sections: 11-7-20 11-7-50 11-7-70 11-7-80 16-1-50 16-21-380 18-1-50 18-1-60 18-1-70
Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Matt Gilbertson (303)-708-6146.
Section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect six (6) days after publication following final passage.
/s/ John Sheldon, Director of Public Works
INTRODUCED AND APPROVED ON FIRST READING ON THE 3rd DAY OF MARCH, 2014, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED IN THE VILLAGER. /s/ Ronald J. Rakowsky, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Susan M. Phillips, MMC, City Clerk
Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Last published March 13, 2014 Legal #: 4102 _________________________________ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive sealed bids at the City Engineer’s Office, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112-3730, until 1:30 pm on Thursday, March 27, 2014 for the 2014 Tree Planting Program.
Published in the Villager First published March 6, 2014 Legal #: 4106 _________________________________
The specifications for the 2014 Tree Planting Program are currently available
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Cherry Creek Schools Foundation celebrates 20th Annual Luncheon Mullick is keynote speaker at March 14 event
The Cherry Creek Schools Foundation 20th Annual Luncheon will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, at the Hyatt Denver Tech Center. The keynote speaker will be Nirvan Mullick, the award-winning filmmaker of Caine’s Arcade, the inspirational story of one boy’s dream and one man’s quest to make that dream happen. Caine and Mullick’s work launched a global movement called “The Cardboard Challenge” that fosters imagination in kids worldwide. 9News anchor, Mark Koebrich, whose children are Cherry Creek School District alumni, will emcee the event. In addition to Mullick’s keynote, four awards will be presented: The 2014 Champions of Education will be presented to EKS&H. This is the first time the award has been presented to a business organization, rather than an individual or a couple.
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The 2014 Catherine Canny Educator Advocate Award will be presented to Jim McDermott, who served the Cherry Creek School District as a teacher, assistant principal, principal and administrator for more than 30 years before he retired in 2009. The Monte C. Moses Future Educator Scholarship will be presented to Breana Stampley, a senior from Smoky Hill High School. Breana is currently in foster care and has dreamed of becoming a teacher since she was a child. The Giving Generations AVID Graduate with Distinction Scholarship will be presented to Kayla Hardin-Lawson from Cherokee Trail High School and to Jasmin Jimenez from Overland High School. Table and ticket purchases for the luncheon can be made at www.ccsdfoundation.org/20thannual-cherry-creek-schoolsfoundation.luncheon/. In conjunction with the luncheon, the foundation is also hosting the 2014 Cherry Creek Cardboard Challenge Out of the Box, from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thurs-
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