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A cool time at the Fire Truck Parade Littleton’s 33rd Annual Fire Truck Parade and Muster
Drew Knightwalker of Centennial, getting hands on the flight controls of the Flight For Life helicopter. Photo Stefan Krusze
Littleton’s 33rd annual Fire Muster June 16, brought out antique vintage, classic and modern fire engines for a parade through downtown Littleton’s Main Street.
The parade concluded at the campus of Arapahoe Community College, where children of all ages (young and old alike) had the chance for fire truck rides, equipment
demonstrations and hands-on experiences with firefighting tools and equipment. See more photos on page 13.
Arapahoe County bans sale, use of fireworks due to high fire danger Due to high fire danger and ongoing drought conditions, the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners June 12 approved a ban on the sale and use of fireworks in unincorporated portions of the county. The ban is in effect for one year and can be rescinded if drought and fire conditions
improve. “One of our primary responsibilities as county commissioners is to ensure the safety of our citizens,” said Jeff Baker, commissioner, who serves as board chair and represents portions of Centennial, Aurora and the communities of eastern Arapahoe County.
“With the continued hot, dry conditions, as well as the severe fire danger occurring in our state, it is our duty to do what is necessary to protect the lives and property of our citizens.” The commissioners approved the ban upon the recommendation from the sher-
iff’s office, which serves as the fire warden for Arapahoe County. Counties have authority under state law to adopt an ordinance when there is evidence of high fire danger. The ban does not apply to professional fireworks shows that are supervised by firefight-
ing personnel that provides fire suppression equipment on the scene of any fireworks display. Citizens are strongly encouraged to check with their local city or town government to learn about fireworks restrictions, as rules regarding the sale and use vary by jurisdiction.
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Centennial adopts ‘value statement’ in response to local racial bullying BY DORIS B. TRUHLAR GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
The Centennial City Council June 4 unanimously adopted a community value statement, avowing that the city values “kindness, integrity and diversity” and will use these traits “to build a strong, unified and inclusive community in which all citizens feel welcome and safe.” The statement was the result of work by the Centennial Youth Commission, as well as community organizations, churches and fire districts. Councilwoman Candace Moon was instrumental in its adoption. She said she did not do it by herself that it took “an entire village” to prepare the statement. There were 70 organizations or individuals who
had input into the writing of the statement. The statement, and Moon’s efforts in assisting in its preparation were praised by other council members for being “inclusive.” The statement concludes with: “In Centennial, we value protecting the community’s physical and emotional well-being. The City of Centennial is committed to upholding, demonstrating and living these values and takes pride in this statement.” The statement was in response to concerns raised late last year in regard to bullying that appeared to have had a strong racist overtone to it. In other business, the council: • Unanimously approved an ordinance regulating and requiring a permit for temporary
LETTERS Vote For Phil Weiser
On June 26, we have a chance to vote for Phil Weiser who is running for State Attorney General. Our state AG helps to protect people in Colorado. Phil will work with state AGs across the U.S. from both parties to protect citizens in the states. Phil is the best candidate to protect the rights of Coloradoans and fight bad decisions from Washington, D.C. Based on his experience as dean of the University of Colorado law school, he will bring impressive legal and leadership experience to the Attorney General’s office. Phil started his career clerking for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and worked in the Department of Justice for both Presidents Obama and Clinton. Please join me in voting for Phil Weiser for Colorado Attorney General in the Democratic primary June 26. For more information please check philforcolorado.com. Shelley Krovitz Greenwood Village
Support Phil Weiser for attorney general
As the former Consumer Counsel for Colorado as well as an Assistant Attorney General and director of public policy for a large telecommunications company, I am deeply concerned about consumer protection in the state. That is why I am supporting Phil Weiser for Attorney General in the June 26 Democratic Primary. Weiser has a proven track record, working in the Obama White House and for the Department of Justice in both the Obama and Clinton Administrations. As dean of the University of Colorado law school, he created Silicon Flatirons to encourage entrepreneurship as well as promote consumer rights. He developed his passion for justice clerking for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Weiser will look out for all of us and that is why I am voting for him June 26. For more information, check out his website at philforcolorado.com. Bill Levis Greenwood Village
Support for Johnston for governor
As someone who been a Democrat since they were seven and a former two-term Denver Young Democrats officer I am supporting Mike Johnston for Governor. A little over a year ago I went to my first event for Mike Johnston for Governor. I had seen him speak a few times and liked what I heard so decided to learn more by going to this event. I left that event feeling very impressed; Mike Johnston is the real deal. He came off as someone who truly cared about making things better for all people in Colorado. The first thing that impresses me about Mike
storage of dumpsters and storage pods in the public right of way. Dumpsters and storage pods on nonresidential properties must be located behind the principal building. • Entered into an agreement with Arapahoe County for the operation of the Community Development Block Grant Program and the Home Investment Partnership Program for 2019 through 2021. • Gave final approval to an ordinance for the transfer of a strip of land from the city to three landowners. The land is a private drive providing access to three South Franklin Street properties. It was transferred to the landowners as tenants in common. Centennial obtained the property from Arapahoe County early
this year. The strip of land will transfer when the properties change ownership, so that the land stays with the South Franklin Street properties. • Approved a development incentive agreement with Alfalfas Market, Inc. to redevelop a 30,000 square foot multi-tenant retail store in the Willow Creek area. Formerly a U.S. Toy outlet, the space at 8101 S. Quebec St. will be primarily a grocery store. The agreement will provide for the grocer to receive a maximum of $500,000 in rebates from retail sales taxes over a 10-year period of time. • Discussed an ordinance that would limit the number of motor vehicles on residential property to four motor vehicles or one vehicle for each
licensed driver, plus one additional vehicle. So a household with four drivers could have five vehicles on it. The council will have a work session on the proposed ordinance Aug. 13. • Gave the go-ahead for a resolution that would give City Manager Matthew Sturgeon the authority to execute contracts related to a finance resource planning system, for which the council approved a budgeted amount of $878,500. The money would be used to upgrade or replace the current system. • Accepted council members Kathy Turley and Mike Sutherland to serve as the ad hoc appointment committee for the Centennial Senior Commission
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Johnston was his commitment to undocumented students in Colorado. When he was in the state Senate he was a sponsor of Senate Bill 33 also known as the ASSET Act; which gave undocumented immigrants in Colorado instate tuition. In addition, in the state Senate he stood up to the NRA twice and won by supporting two bills that tightened gun laws in Colorado. In addition, his plan to protect the law on universal background checks on all gun sales, as well as ban bump stocks shows his commitment to protecting the people of Colorado. I also admire Mike’s plan for education to increasing pay for teachers, as well as wanting to provide adequate and equitable funding for public schools” Mike Johnston has proven he will fight for all Coloradans and he is the best choice the Democrats have for Governor. I hope you will join me in voting of him in the Tuesday, June 26, Primary. Abe Kaul Denver
Open letter to George Brauchler
George: Let me see if I can explain this to someone who is more than a little involved in the legal process: I understand that there are lives and
danger involved here, those in law enforcement and those who need mental help, especially those who are dangerous to the rest of us. The system is not ‘helping’ them, leaving a gap that law enforcement and the legal system has to fill at some danger to themselves. So be it. That’s what you get paid for, in part. We must leave it at that, because granting you the power to seize someone’s personal weapons without proper legal safeguards in advance, not ex-post facto, and especially not in an ex-parte hearing, will eventually, over time, be corrupted, even by good men and women. Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. We will not trust you or anyone in the legal system to have that kind of power. In history, such power always leads to tyranny. We all (or most of us) have those arms for a reason; to protect ourselves from both internal and external tyranny of government. You ask for too much with this bill, no matter what your reasoning may be. We are opposed to the bill and will not give you that much power over us. You will create much resistance if you succeed. Steve Schreiner President, Firearms Coalition of Colorado and Director, National Rifle Association of America
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Looking at the primary election The Primary Election is June 26 and for the first time in history, unaffiliated voters will be able to vote in the primary election without being affiliated with any political party. This could lead to some stunning upsets and surprises. If you are a registered Republican or Democrat, you have received only one ballot. If you are registered as an unaffiliated voter, you have now received two ballots and you can only vote one. Whichever party ballot that you use does not register you in that party going forward. The largest block of voters in Colorado are registered as independents, meaning no party affiliation. Welcome to the selection of party candidates and your votes will be very important in this year’s final party nominations for the Nov. 4 election. This new process weakens political parties and opens the door for independent voters to vote in this important candidate selection process. If you belong to a political party, you are probably better informed on that party’s candidates. But, this year candidates from both political parties must court the unaffiliated voters in the primary election process. We’ll soon see how this new process works out.
A quick look at the GOP governor candidates:
Republican candidates for governor as they appear on the ballot are Walker Stapleton, Greg Lopez Doug Robinson Victory Mitchell. Walker Stapleton has been the leading GOP candidates and serves as the state treasurer. He is a fiscal conservative with experience in state government and business residing in Arapahoe County. Greg Lopez is a former mayor of Parker, past Denver Hispanic Chamber president, and recently received the top-line vote from the Western Conservative Summit. Doug Robinson is an experienced successful businessman and a strong family man residing in Arapahoe County. This is his first venture into the political world. Victor Mitchell served as a State Representative and is also a successful businessman living in Douglas County. He has been one of the hardest working candidates. A straw poll at the Western Conservative Summit also indicated that any of these four candidates could win the Nov. 4 election. I find all four really outstanding candidates, leading citizens, and that each one has strong backgrounds and would serve the citizens of Colorado well. Endorsement: all of them.
Barbwire Bob I don’t like primary elections, they can pit neighbor against neighbor, and I think promote friction among candidate friends. Just remember that the primary election candidates from both political parties will all have to join hands and work together to elect the final winner. If primary candidates become too nasty with their peers, they lose their possible support of those campaigns. That is especially true this year with eight candidates seeking to be elected governor and the final winner may be the man or woman who can build new coalitions among the losers. *** Congratulations to Gayle Novak who won the Mrs. Colorado
I’m not as familiar with these four candidates as the four GOP candidates that I’ve heard speak on numerous occasions. However, I do know two of them and have met with them on occasion. Mike Johnson appears to be young, aggressive and a leader of his party in the state Legislature. He stressed strong support for education and appears to have a good sense of humor and is likable. Cary Kennedy has served as state treasurer and is very popular among women and a strong proponent for teachers. She has been in government and politics for many years and seems warm and caring. Donna Lynne is our Lt. Governor and part of the Hickenlooper administration. She is an experienced business leader coming from a strong business background after running Kaiser Permanente. She has climbed all Colorado 14,000 peaks and has the government experience at the highest level. Jerod Polis is the possible front-runner and serves in the U.S. Congress. A highly successful business entrepreneur he has funded many educational demands, both with his time and money. Summary: All of the Republican gubernatorial candidates live South of Denver in Arapahoe and Douglas Counties indicating the dynamic growth of these areas. Continued on page 6
Primary day - June 26
The Grove Ranch served as the site for the huge benefit event Saturday night that featured Tony David and his WildeFire band along with Nashville musicians featuring Pam Tillis. The event raised thousands of dollars with very generous supporters bidding on a wide assortment of trips, prizes and dinners. David in particular raised over $20,000 in home dinners at the event as the auctioneer sold three dinner events, rather than one. He is a big-hearted local entertainer who has just opened his new WildeFire Bistro at Orchard and Parker Road. The Coors family also play a big part in this event, donating prime rib dinners to over 500 BY MORT REMARKS MARKS
Republican Party. In the race for governor, we have four excellent candidates – Walker Stapleton, Greg Lopez, Doug Robinson and Victor Mitchell, but my vote goes to Stapleton because I believe that as a Republican who has campaigned in all 64 Colorado counties and has twice won the position of Colorado’s State Treasurer he can defeat the Democrat Party’s candidate for that position. Stapleton’s background in investment banking and real estate gave him the knowledge and ability to lead the fight and help defeat what could have been the largest tax increase in our state’s history, and in addition as treasurer, he endorsed President’s Trump’s tax reforms. When it comes to his position in regard to our country’s Second Amendment, Stapleton received an A-rating from the NRA. As governor, Stapleton has pledged to support our country’s federal laws and would pursue every legal means possible to force cities to end their sanctuary positions that allows dangerous criminals to freely walk their streets.
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pageant recently and moves on to the national contest. She is a winner and you can meet this fine lady almost every noon at the family Zane’s Bistro in Marina Square. Since she is now a “Queen” her son Zane who manages the restaurant, must be a “Prince.” Right? *** The highlight of this past week was the 13th annual Colorado Celebrity Classic that benefits TAPS that stands for tragedy assistance program for survivors. As these foreign wars rage on we have more families losing loved ones in the military service of their country. TAPS work with the survivors of these war heroes to help turn heartache into hope and pain into purpose.
Since Tuesday, June 26, is primary day, some have asked what is it all about and just what is the importance of the primary day, and most important the question asked is, “Who should I vote for, and why?” Well, first of all, let’s understand that a primary election is the process by which we the general public can indicate our preference for a candidate in an upcoming general election and we have thus narrowed the field of candidates. By our choosing who we prefer to be the candidate for various offices we have taken the power of candidate nominations away from party bosses and put it in the hands of we the people. Each state has its own rules for their respective primaries, as does Colorado. In our state, for example, the primary is now open to unaffiliated voters in that they can now vote in any party’s primary they choose, but they are required to declare affiliation with that party in order to vote in their primary. Our state does not allow voters who are registered with one party to vote in another party’s primary. A Democrat cannot cross over and vote in a Republican party’s primary or vice versa. Now let’s get down to specific facts, as to which candidate I personally favor in the
Democratic candidates for governors:
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guests with the Coors Cowboy Club “Chuck Wagon Crew” who traveled from Amarillo, Texas, volunteering their time for charitable events such as TAPS. Lynne and Bo Cottrell have spearheaded this Colorado event for the past 13 years raising millions of dollars for founder Bonnie Carroll’s mission to assist survivors of military deaths. In 2017 nearly 6,000 newly grieving survivors came to TAPS seeking care. They joined over 75,000 survivors and caregivers in finding comfort thru TAPS since 1994. If you missed the dinner and wish to make a contribution to this outstanding organization visit TAPS.org/Colorado or lcottrell@taps.org
As to business, Stapleton has recognized that one Colorado’s most important business segment is the oil and gas industry and is in full support of an energy project like the Jordan Core pipeline and is an advocate for fewer regulations. When it comes to drugs, Stapleton would want random drug-testing for Coloradoans on public assistance and feels that those who are on the government’s dole, should subscribe to random drug testing. I further support Stapleton because he is a common-sense conservative who believes in limited accountable government and is not afraid to admit that he voted for Trump and supports him, as many of us all also did and do. Now our state’s other statewide primary is for the position of treasurer, and here I support Brian Watson for that position. Watson is a self-made businessman who has had decades of financial experience as the CEO of the Denver-based investment firm, Northstar Commercial Partners. Watson’s business experience in investments should serve Colorado well because Colorado does have a pool of about $6 billion. I further support Watson for treasurer because he is not looking for a paid political job, and can you believe it, he has vowed not to take a salary if elected.
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Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics, and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me, and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”
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June 21, 2018 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 5
Democratic candidates for governor
Mike Johnston
Cary Kennedy
Donna Lynne
Jared Polis
Republican candidates for governor
Greg Lopez
Victor Mitchell
Doug Robinson
Walker Stapleton
Political fundraisers The Villager will cover political fundraisers this year. We welcome anyone hosting a fundraiser in Arapahoe County to please contact us. We welcome a 300-word write-up and photo of the event. Send them to editorial@villager publishing.com.
Lies and their consequences The strength of our democracy is based on the knowledge that our government and our elected officials are presenting the true facts of their acts of governance. Thomas Jefferson made that fact quite clear when he wrote, “He who permits to tell a lie once, finds it much easier to do it a second and third time, till at length it becomes habitual; he tells lies without attending to it, and truths without the world’s believing him. This falsehood of the tongue leads to that of the heart, and
in time depraves its good dispositions.” As a disabled Vietnam Veteran, it is common that the veracity of ones’ leader in combat is its strength. Without that credibility, a combat unit will ultimately fail in its mission. Today the veracity of the words coming from our president’s mouth are not being believed by our citizens and our closest allies. The length of the number of false and misleading statements uttered by President Trump is reaching monumen-
tal proportions. Just last week Trumps stated: • That the Justice Department inspector general’s report on the FBI’s handling of the Hillary Clinton’s email investigation totally exonerates him for any collusion with Russia in the 2016 elections. False: The report did not touch on the Russian collusion investigation. • Manafort had nothing to do with his campaign. False: In fact, Manafort was his campaign manager during the crucial Republican National Convention. Winning Trump the nomination.
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I think it is a fair assessment that all of the Republican candidates are “conservatives” and the Democrats can be labeled “progressives.” Probably those labels are best defined by how candidates feel about taxation, spending and budgets. Looking ahead: The primary elections are really just a preview of the real contest ahead. Voters will be selecting the finalists in
this very spirited and competitive election. The real choice is Nov. 4 in the General Election where final office holders are elected. Thoughts: If Stapleton holds on and wins, he should select Lopez as his running mate. If Polis wins, he should select Lynne as his partner. Those choices would make for an interesting election. Lastly: I’m voting for Brian Watson for state treasurer, he is a rising star on so many fronts,
very civic-minded, and a sharp businessman. I’m also voting for Rod Bockenfeld for State Representative House District 56. Bockenfeld is a past Arapahoe County Commissioner and will represent this county well in the legislature. Once the primary elections are over we can look at all the candidates. Winners should be reaching out to losers to build new campaign teams.
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• General Michael Flynn, Trump’s national security adviser, may not have lied about his contacts with Russian government officials. False: Trump already admitted that Flynn lied to Vice President Pence about his not talking to the Russian officials. • Separating young children from their mother seeking political asylum was a law initiated by the Democrats. False: The separation order was due to Attorney General Sessions’ “zero tolerance” policy. No federal law requires those cruel separation requirements. • Trump’s claim that his meeting with North Korea dictator Kim Jong-un has
solved the nuclear threat in the region. False: No formal agreement was presented after their meeting. While these are but a few examples of the lack of truthfulness in many of the president’s public false statements are growing into the thousands. These misstatements of provable facts continue to erode the president’s credibility among our allies and advisories. After his supportive statements about Vladimir Putin at the G-7, our allies can no longer count on and are hesitant to act on any statements made by Trump. As President Thomas Jefferson stated, “…. falsehood of the tongue leads to that of the heart, and in time depraves its good dispositions.”
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Listening to the Republican candidate for governor Victor Mitchell speak about Colorado’s issues, it is readily apparent that he is very intelligent and thinks quickly. It is easy to see why he describes himself as an entrepreneur and a problem solver. Speaking to a group of 40 supporters at the Cherry Hills Village home of Linda and Douglas McDonald June 13, Mitchell addressed the issues foremost on voters’ minds. On funding for new and improved roads throughout the state, he does not support the 0.62 percent statewide sales tax increase for transportation or the idea of borrowing billions of dollars by issuing new transportation bonds. Mitchell believes that we can find $2 billion in waste, which can be used to address the most vital road infrastructure needs once Colorado Department of Transportation is reformed. He specifically would put “an engineer with 40 years of experience in Colorado” in as director, reduce administrative expenses, and ask the legislative audit committee to conduct performance audits. On the issue of health care, Mitchell believes that Colora-
most expensive state for instate college students. Mitchell would freeze tuition increases at public colleges and universities; energize alumni to build affordable student housing in college towns; triple the number of graduates in the science, technology, engineering and math disciplines; and use marijuana money to support vocational schools and community colleges. Mitchell said he voted for a third-party candidate in the last election, but he does support President Trump. He said he was concerned about the effect that tariffs could have on U.S. businesses. Mitchell supports the Second Amendment and, “was rated A+ by the National Rifle Association (NRA).” On the subject of the shortage of reasonably priced housing in the metro area, Mitchell would, “get rid of the construction defects law,” and consolidate the 64 different building codes in Colorado. Mitchell doesn’t believe in sanctuary cities. As governor, he said he will “cut off funding to Denver and Boulder if they don’t cooperate with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement.” Votes for the primaries must be received by the county clerk by June 26.
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In a meeting in friendly confines, state treasurer and candidate for Colorado governor Walker Stapleton, 44, talked about his reasons for seeking the state’s top job. He was warmly received by 75 people at the regular monthly meeting of the Arapahoe Tea Party held June 12 at the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority Headquarters. Stapleton talked about his successful efforts to help defeat Amendment 66 in 2013, which would have increased state income taxes by $950 million for K-12 education. He also talked about working with former Gov. Bill Ritter in 2016 to defeat Amendment 69, a plan for single-payer health care. Looking toward the future, Stapleton said the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) needs to be reformed. He said, “If we don’t fix the problem, it will take more money out of the classroom.” Stapleton touted his “A rating” from the National Rifle Association (NRA). He went on to say, “In this election, we are facing a crisis of leadership, and “Coloradans want a collaborative relationship with state government.”
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Stapleton said that every student in Colorado receives $13,000 in public funding for education. With teachers earning an average of $52,000, it shows that administrative costs have grown faster than student population. There must be transparency in budgeting across all 176 Colorado school districts. He said that 600,000 Coloradans are on Medicaid and, “We have got to get Medicaid
expansion under control.” Stapleton supports the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) and vowed to fight to keep it. He saved his strongest criticism for the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). Stapleton does not hold the performance of current CDOT director Michael Lewis, nor that of his immediate predecessor Shailen Bhatt, in high regard. He told those gathered that CDOT’s operations needs reform and transparency. He does not support the proposed 0.62 percent state sales tax increase because, he said, “Less than 50 percent goes to roads and bridges,” even though only 45 percent of the sales tax would go to CDOT, 40 percent would go to cities and counties specifically for transportation projects. Stapleton believes counties should fund local transportation projects with local dollars, as El Paso County is doing to contribute to the cost of widening I-25 between Monument and Castle Rock. Stapleton supports the Independence Institute’s plan to issue $3.5 billion in state transportation bonds for roads and bridges, but he says it isn’t enough. CDOT has a list of projects totaling $9 billion that it would like to see done.
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Chuy’s, a Tex-Mex favorite, will open its third Colorado site in Greenwood Village in the space formerly occupied by Elephant Bar at 8121 E. Arapahoe Road.
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Chuy’s Tex-Mex is coming to Greenwood Village BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
When neighborhood residents drove by 8121 E. Arapahoe Road in October 2016 and saw that Elephant Bar was closed, many were surprised. Soon enough, they started asking the question that always follows the closing of a restaurant — what’s next? Now we know. Chuy’s is a chain that started in Austin, Texas in 1982 as a “fun and funky TexMex restaurant that served authentic and fresh food in an atmosphere that appealed to everyone.” Known for their unique recipes, eclectic décor, and participation in the local communities in which they operate, Chuy’s is expected to fit right into the neighborhood. The owners kept their operation limited to Texas until 2009, when they branched out to Nashville, Tenn. In 2012, Chuy’s became a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ (CHUY). Today it has 60 locations (all company-owned; no franchises) in 18 states in addition to 33 restaurants in Texas alone. The first Colorado Chuy’s
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Dependable Cleaners at Orchard & Holly approved for drive-thru Anyone who frequents the Dependable Cleaners north of King Soopers in the Holly Orchard Neighborhood Center knows that customers dropping off and picking up their cleaning often park illegally in the lane reserved for emergency vehicles. Though it seems like it’s not a big deal since it’s “only for a few minutes,” if you add up the number of times
and the number of days it happens, the cumulative answer presents a dangerous situation in the event of a real emergency. The business is relocating two doors south of its existing location. On June 5, the Greenwood Village Planning and Zoning Commission approved the addition of a drive-thru lane for drop off and pick up for customers to improve pedestrian circulation and accessibility, while addressing the problem of parking in the fire lane. The new one-way 27-foot-wide
driveway will accommodate three vehicles at a time, allowing up to two cars to queue up while one is being served. It will pass through the existing brick portico. The pedestrian walkway will be realigned, and the curb will be modified. When a customer enters the drive-thru lane, an employee from the cleaners will come outside and go to the driver to provide service. Dependable Cleaners has six other locations in the Denver metro area with drive-thru facilities.
Detention facility to start medication assisted treatment program The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office has been committed to implementing procedures in an attempt to be as prepared as possible for the current opioid overdose epidemic that plagues our country. In addition to our naloxone (Narcan) programs, which have proven to be life-
saving, the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office has continued to monitor the growing epidemic and understands the importance of implementing programs that are proactive, preventative and extend beyond an emergency response. Along with three commu-
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nity-based Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs), and the medical vendor for the Detention Facility; the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is able to implement a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program. Having a MAT program in place means that opioid-addicted inmates who had been receiving treatment at a partnering OTP before their detention will no longer be placed on a withdrawal protocol. Instead, the detention facility’s medical vendor will be able to administer verified MAT-related medication, such as Methadone, Suboxone or Naltrexone. Most inmates spend little time at the Sheriff’s Office Detention Facility. Participating in the MAT program at the facility better facilitates the transition back into a treatment program when they are released. Without this type of program, inmates who had been on a MAT-related medication before incarceration are at an increased risk of an accidental opioid-related overdose upon their release from custody, often related to a decrease in their tolerance level for opioids during incarceration. The MAT program is yet another way we are enhancing the delivery of medical care within the Detention Facility. We are proud of the relationships we have built with our community partners, including the Office of Behavioral Health, Correct Care Solutions, Tri-County Health Department and our three partnering OTPs (Addiction Research and Treatment Services, Denver Recovery Group and Behavioral Health Group). Together, we are working to help those already seeking treatment to continue on the path to sobriety.
The drive-thru lane in front of the cleaners will be flush with the parking lot. Photo by Freda Miklin
Rockies lose Texas series as pitching woes continue It was another disappointing ers scored five runs to take a 6-5 lead. Not to be outdone, week for the Rockies as they dropped two of three games to the Rockies hitters returned the Phillies at Citizens Bank in the top of the seventh inField then traveled to Texas to ning scoring five runs making take on the Rangers at it 10-6 Rockies. But wait. In the bottom of Globe Life Park in Arlington over the weekthe inning, the Rangend. The Texas series ers scored three runs started well with a win making it 10-9 RockFriday night. It was ies. When Rockies a wild one as starter closer Wade Davis came to the mound in Chad Bettis ran into the bottom of the ninth trouble early giving BY B.T. GALLOWAY inning, the Rockies up five runs in the held what should have first inning. The surging Rockies offense bailed out been a comfortable 12-9 lead. their starter by scoring six runs Guess again. The usually reliable Davis blew his fourth save in the second inning. Bettis of the season allowing four settled down and the Rockies runs as the Rangers snatched a grabbed a 9-5 victory. 13-12 win. In Saturday’s game, starter The Rockies have now lost Kyle Freeland delivered another strong outing allowing 11 of their last 14 games. Most only two earned runs in seven of those losses were due to innings. With the score tied at runs allowed by Rockies relievers who have compiled as 4 in the eighth inning reliever astronomical 8.29 ERA during Harrison Musgrave gave up three runs and the Rockies lost that period. This week the Rockies re5-2. turn to Coors Field for a fourThe scoring in Sunday’s game series with the New York finale was almost comically erratic. Starter Jon Gray staked Mets followed by three games over the weekend with the Mithe Rockies to a 5-1 lead ami Marlins. through five innings. But in btgalloway@villager the sixth inning once more the publishing.com wheels came off as the Rang-
BATTERUP
BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Local residents graduate from Tulane University Tulane University awarded degrees to nearly 3,000 graduates May 19, at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. The ceremony’s keynote speaker was acclaimed author and professor Jesmyn Ward, a two-time National Book Award winner and 2017 recipient of the MacArthur Genius Grant. • Andrew Wetherbie of Centennial, earned a Bachelor of Science from the School of Science & Engineering. • Breanne Thompson of
Centennial, earned a Bachelor of Science from the School of Science & Engineering. • Molly Kalat of Englewood, earned a Bachelor of Science from the School of Liberal Arts. • Erin O’Neill of Englewood, earned a juris doctor from the School of Law. • Jake Ward of Greenwood, earned a Bachelor of Arts from the School of Liberal Arts, and a Bachelor of Science from the School of Liberal Arts.
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County detention center was overcrowded the day it opened Now 32 years later, additional problems exist
BY DORIS B. TRUHLAR GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
“Every day is a new day” at the Arapahoe County Detention Center. That’s according to Vince Line, the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office Bureau Chief who is assigned as the Chief of the Detention Services Bureau. Line is the head officer at a detention center, a jail in Centennial. Each day brings its own unique challenges, he states. The detention center – often
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referred to as the Arapahoe County Jail–on a recent day housed 1,051 inmates. During 2017, the facility had an average number of inmates of more
The library at the jail is a mess. Every square foot is taken and it is estimated that 90 percent of the inmates utilize it. The library is run by the Arapahoe Library District, which has a contract with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office to furnish library services.
AJ breathes life BY JUDY CARLSON WEALTH MANAGEMENT CONTRIBUTOR
Alternatives Pregnancy Center held its second annual Men’s Breakfast at the Glenmoor Country Club June 13. Founded in 1982 by three men, Alternatives provides a way to help meet the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual needs of the woman, child, partner and family fac-
ing an unintended pregnancy. Alternatives recognizes the male influence in a life decision. As director Linda Saccamono pointed out, “Over the past 36 years we have helped 93,000 women. Each one of those women had a man involved. The father of the baby is the most influential person in the life decision for that child.” Keynote speaker John Ramstead shared a riveting
than 900 per day. About onehalf are awaiting trial, while the remaining one-half have been sentenced and are serving out their sentences. The jail, built in 1986, is now 32 years old. Line believes that a new facility needs to be built, and notes many problems with the facility, including pipes that are rotting, and repeated flooding of a tunnel that is used to take prisoners from the jail to the Arapahoe County Courtrooms where their cases are being heard. There also is double and triple bunking at the facility, something not intended when the facility was opened. In fact, Line believes that two separate facilities need to be built to replace the current jail. One would be a booking and release center that would process inmates when they are brought in, and also check them out when they are released. The booking (intake) and release center would cost about $60 million. The second facility would be a jail, for holding prisoners before their trials and afterward if they are sentenced to a term in the county jail. It would cost between $350 and $420 million. The population of the Arapahoe facility is about 37 percent women and 63 percent men. Line believes the current facility is vastly overcrowded. He cites one room that holds 77 beds. He attributes the greater need for correctional services to the population growth, as well as the fact the crime rate is up. Additionally, he notes that when the jail was built, it was designed for 360 prisoners, but on its first day already had 386 prisoners. Line says there is a need for $7.5 million in immediate improvements needed to keep the current building open, that is, to continue to operate “in the short term.” story about his 7-month old grandson Alexander James (AJ), who he wouldn’t have known, or even known about, had his son’s partner quietly chosen abortion. Two of her girlfriends encouraged her to meet with a client advocate at Alternatives. Despite extreme pressure to get an abortion, she chose instead to meet with a counselor. As a result of those conversations, AJ was given life. Alternatives offers counseling options specifically for men as they process their
Pipes in the jail facility are rotten and rusting pipes and needs to be replaced. The tunnel connecting the jail and the courthouse often floods.
The correctional facility comprises 54 percent ($38 million) of the budget of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) $70 million budget. The remaining 46 percent of the budget is divided between public safety and support services. All three entities have a bureau chief at the head of them. The elected sheriff, David Walcher, heads the sheriff’s office and there is no undersheriff. The No. 2 person of the agency is Louie Perea. Then are the three bureau chiefs, Line included. Proudly, Line notes that he is the only person in the ACSO who has been head of all three bureaus. He also holds a Masters of Business Administration from Phoenix University and a certificate from the University of Virginia. He is on the board of a number of law enforce-
ment related nonprofits. Line said there has never been an escape from the facility, although there have been work-release prisoners, inmates who are released each day to go to a job, who have walked away. They usually are caught and have to return to jail. The bureau chief started out as a paramedic, and says he still has “a passion for paramedicine.” He also states that his “passion is to help people,” and points to the Medication Assisted Treatment Program at the jail. Under this program, someone who comes into the jail addicted to an opiate can continue treatment while in the facility getting his or her legal issues resolved. Line says he “really enjoys” working for the elected sheriff. He states there is “no better place to work” than at the facility that he manages.
John Ramstead, husband and father, shared his personal journey of becoming a grandfather.
own role and uncertainty in the unintended pregnancy decision. When the man feels supported, the woman feels supported. Advisory board president Blake Burget closed the program with some challenging questions. “What are we as men called to do and understand about the issue of life? What role should men play in the fight for life?” Alternatives offers many ways men can support and get involved with these important life decisions.
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The 53rdAnnual Greek Festival A festival of art, culture, entertainment, food and ouzo along with plenty of dance! The 53rd Annual Greek Festival at Assumption of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Metropolis Cathedral of Denver, a celebration of Greek culture and faith on the weekend of June 15 to 17, a welcoming and learning experience for everyone.
The Fotia Dancers, the high school-aged members.
A little bit of rain could not stop the Cretan music being played by the Marmatakis Cretan Trio of Pavli Papadakis, Alex Marmatakis and Tony Marmatakis.
Serving up Gyros salads are Dena Kitsos and Jeanette Spinks.
The Idonomeas Little Cretan Dance group elementary age school children.
Father Christodoulos George Papadeas Priest-Monk or Archimandrite Christodoulos (Papadeas).
Some members of the Asteria Dancers. Asteria the Greek word for “Star.” Photos by Stefan Krusze
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Issue of digital billboard causes split vote at Centennial council BY DORIS B. TRUHLAR GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
The Centennial City Council Monday got the go-ahead for the drafting of a change in the city’s billboard ordinance, which would permit one digital billboard to replace the two regular billboards currently in the city. The council voted 7-1, with Councilwoman Carrie Penaloza voting thumbs-down. Councilwoman Kathy Turley was absent. The vote was taken after the council heard a presentation from Marcus Danneil, general manager of Mile High Outdoor Advertising. He was represented by attorney Carolynne White, of Brownstein Hyatt Farber and Schreck, a Denver law firm. The billboard will be on East Arapahoe Road. A billboard on Interstate 25 will be eliminated. Penaloza told The Villager she voted “no” because she believes that digital billboards are a distraction to drivers. The presentation included a statement by Danneil that the message on the billboard will change every eight seconds. Penaloza said she thinks the frequent change in messages on the billboard will be dangerous. Councilman Ken Lucas said that he wanted more informa-
tion on the way in which the billboard company would work with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and with the fire agencies, to post Amber alerts and other public service information. The ordinance permitting the substitution of the one digital billboard for the two billboards currently in the city will be brought back to the council in July. Danneil said the digital billboard will not permit “offensive messages” and “digital is the future of outdoor advertising.” Often, billboards are sold out for an entire year in advance, he said. The billboard company will permit the city to publish public announcements and information when it is not in use by paying customers. In other council business: • Bob Doyle, of Centennial, commended the city for “putting the kibosh on marijuana” in Centennial. Studies have shown that marijuana use among youth is much lower in Centennial than in many other Colorado communities, he said. • Andy Firestine, assistant city manager, reported on a possible lodging services tax. The tax, which would be on stays in motels and hotels in the city, was considered for a vote
of citizens in the November election. The council decided not to put the issue on the ballot in the election this year but did not close the door on considering it in the future. • Firestein said the 3.5 percent tax would be the same as that imposed by both Greenwood Village and Lone Tree. Mayor Stephanie Piko said the tax could be considered again next year. Councilwoman Candace Moon called the tax “low-hanging fruit” and indicated she favored it. Moon said the tax, if approved, would be “an opportunity to put money into our city coffers.” • City Manager Matt Sturgeon, noted that there is a fireworks ban in Centennial this year and that Aurora also has adopted such a ban, due to the “extremely dry” conditions in Colorado. Sturgeon also stated that Denver is going to compete to host the 2030 Olympics. A supplemental appropriation for the 2018 budget of $310,000 for landscaping at the city’s facility at 7272 South Eagle Street. The council also approved the city manager signing documents to carry out the landscaping project.
Wings Over the Rockies opening weekend at Centennial Airport The Boeing Blue Sky Aviation Gallery will open to the public Saturday, July 21
On Saturday, July 21, a transformative aerospace attraction will open on the south side of Centennial Airport in Englewood. The Boeing Blue Sky Aviation Gallery will open its doors after almost a decade of planning and fundraising and will be South Denver Metro’s newest and most captivating attraction. The 19,000 square foot facility will provide visitors with a dynamic look at the world of aviation. Open to the public three days per week, guests will have access to interactive and educational exhibits, spaces to watch airplanes at the second busiest general aviation airport in the nation and even listen to chatter from Centennial tower. Along with the robust array of interactive exhibits, the Blue Sky Gallery will include incredible opportunities to experience flight firsthand. Sit in the cockpit of pilot-quality Redbird simulators, interact with the latest industry tech and even experience flight itself through a partnership with Aspen Flying Club. These experiences and more will be available on opening weekend and each weekend thereafter. The Gallery is open to the public each Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m., beginning July 21.
The hangar is located at 13005 Wings Way, Englewood. The Boeing Blue Sky Aviation Gallery is phase one of Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight, a unique-to-the-nation campus offering visitors incredible experiences and educational opportunities focused on aerospace. For more information about the Blue Sky Gallery or Exploration of Flight visit ExplorationOf Flight.org.
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n June 5, Kent Denver’s graduating seniors gathered in the Chenery Theater to celebrate commencement as hundreds of family members, teachers and friends looked on with pride. Seniors selected the faculty and student speakers for commencement. Lukas Drexler-Bruce and science teacher Evan Gaffney proved to be excellent choices as they provided humor and valuable insights in their remarks. Head of School Rand Harrington also shared words of celebration and advice with seniors on their final day as Kent Denver students.
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Littleton’s Father’s Day Fire Muster
Kids getting hands-on experience spraying water from a fire hose.
LEFT: Dylan Baker gets a chance to try out one of the things that his grandfather, South Metro Fire Chief Bob Baker, (looking on and supervising) does along with Arapahoe Rescue Quinn Flachman spraying water from the fire hose.
Junior firefighters Milo Hilst and his sister Edie Hilst of Centennial, in awe of all the rolling fire engines.
Passengers on board DPD’s Engine No. 4 getting ready to ride.
RIGHT: Littleton Firefighters demonstrating the extrication of an accident victim from an automobile where the door was removed using newer and more specialized tools the utilize battery power instead of generators.
ABOVE: Bob Bickerton of Littleton Fire Station 15, along with Paula Wiens event coordinator-organizer and retired Littleton firefighter, Captain Mark Gorman, with medical first aid equipment that was once used by firefighters and paramedics. LEFT: Leading the 33rd Annual Fire Truck Parade in Littleton’s Fire Rescue 1914 Federal fire engine is John Aylward, the fire engine’s restorer and care taker. Driving is retired Littleton firefighter Captain Mark Gorman.
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Grant Wilkins 1926 – 2018 Natli Yerex Molloy was a force of nature in Greenwood Village for half a century BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
built. She did it in six months and under budget. In 1977, Natli was elected to the Greenwood Village City Natli Yerex Molloy died Council. She remained peacefully in her sleep June there until 1985, then ran 13, 2018 at the age of 91, for mayor, losing to Freda nearly four years after losPoundstone. Not one to give ing her husband of 63 years, up on the city she loved, she Robert J. (Bob) Molloy. turned her attention to the Natli and Bob were the parGreenwood Village Arts and ents of three daughters and Humanities Council, where Liliane Yerex she served for over 20 years. three sons. Molloy Natli was born April 6, She was the driving force courtesy 1927, to Lowell Yerex and Photo behind saving the one-room of Natli Liliane Rasmussen. schoolhouse Curtis School, VanDerWerken She attended St. Joseph’s which her two youngest sons University in Buenos Aires, Argenattended, and making it the Curtis tina, then transferred to St. Mary’s, Center for the Arts. Notre Dame, where she met her fuShe was the leader of the Greenture husband, Bob. wood Village Farmers 4-H group for Bob and Natli Molloy were mar20 years. The 4-H members, includried in 1951 and moved to Colorado. ing the Molloy children, planted Bob was a WWII veteran who trees from CSU along both sides of graduated from Notre Dame with a University Boulevard (which was a degree in chemical engineering and two-lane road) from the fire station worked for Martin Company (later south to Orchard Avenue. Some of Martin Marietta and now Lockheed the trees are still there. Martin Space Systems). Bob died Throughout her life, Natli was July 12, 2014, after a long battle with intimately involved with the growth cancer. of the city, working to maintain the The Molloys bought property rural character that drew so many in the rural area of Greenwood Vilresidents, while reaching out to John lage and set out to build a house in Madden, Buz Koelbel and other de1965. Bob designed the house and velopers to create a sound financial Natli was the general contractor. foundation for the city. Greenwood They poured the foundation the day Village Mayor Ron Rakowsky called of the 1965 flood. All their children her a “founding mother” of the city were sitting in the family’s 1960 and recalls her as a positive force Buick Electra 225 while the rain fell who cared about everything that hapin buckets and the cement trucks pened in Greenwood Village. Heathslipped in the mud, sliding closer and er Vidlock, Greenwood Village’s closer to the High Line Canal. Build- community development director ers who lived in the area were taking recalled Natli as an iconic figure who bets that Natli couldn’t get that house interacted with everyone on anything
related to development. This reporter saw Natli Molloy many times while serving 11 years on the GV Board of Adjustments and Appeals. She often came to testify when variances to the city’s zoning code were sought by new homeowners. Natli knew the history and she was very protective of the rules that made Greenwood Village unique and beautiful. Natli Yerex Molloy grew up in Central and South America, particularly in Honduras and Argentina, later moving to Los Angeles, Calif. She spoke fluent Spanish. She often went flying with the pilots who worked for her father, Lowell Yerex. Natli and her brother went down into the cone of an active volcano, visited Errol Flynn on his yacht in the Caribbean with her brother, studied ballet and was a wonderful dancer. She loved the music of Henri Mancini, Mantovani, Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass and Johnny Mathis. On Natli’s final Sunday on this earth, her eldest daughter and namesake put together a playlist of the music she loved and played it for her. She told her daughter that she loved Cole Porter’s, Begin the Beguine. She said, “They played it all the time in Central and South America because it was so beautiful.” Natli Yerex Molloy will be laid to rest in Fort Logan National Cemetery alongside her husband Bob Molloy. The Rosary will be held June 26 at 9:45 a.m. followed by the Mass at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Littleton. Burial will be at noon at Fort Logan National Cemetery and celebration of her life between 1 and 4 p.m. at the Inn at Hudson Gardens.
C. Grant Wilkins was born Oct. 23, 1926, in Ft. Worth, Texas to Clarence Gorham Wilkins and Elsie Duffel Grant Wilkins. Four years later his brother James was born. His early years included belonging to the Boy Scouts and achieving the Eagle Scout Award, showing early signs of “Service Above Self.” Grant graduated from the University of Denver in 1947. There he met his first wife, Diane Schoelzel. They were married in 1947 and the couple had three children, Shari, Mark and Steve. Both Diane and Grant were stricken with polio in 1951-1952. Grant recovered after hospitalization and therapy. Diane spent the next 13 years of her life in an iron lung, or on a respirator. Diane died in 1964. Being an incredibly lucky man, Grant met and married Marlene Siems in 1965. The next 52 years were lived in love, loyalty and an incredible partnership. Together they traveled the world and exemplified the Rotary motto, service above self, as they worked on worldwide polio eradication, clean water, Rotary Foundation scholars and peace initiatives. Grant served as a Denver Rotary president, district governor and as a Rotary International director. He also worked to establish the Artist of America Exhibit. The show was an annual Denver event for 20 years and raised money for youth and education in Denver metro area. Polio eradication was a passion for Grant and Marlene. As a survivor, whose family was directly impacted by polio, Grant approached the eradication and fundraising efforts with passion. Grant’s memoir, Two Drops That Changed the World (2017), is a
chronicle of the ways in which polio and Rotary changed lives, in the past and in the present. Grant had been involved with the University of Denver since his graduation in 1946. In 2014 he received the Daniel L. Ritchie Award for Colorado Ethics in Business. In 2015 Grant was named Humanitarian of the Year by the DU Korbel School of International Studies. He remained active in DU Alumni activities until shortly before his death. Along the way Grant served as a board member for Swedish Hospital, the Millicent Rogers Museum in Taos, N.M., the Mesa Verde Foundation, the Heard Museum in Phoenix, and the Colorado History Museum. He also served as a Colorado Highway Commissioner. Grant loved the outdoors including skiing, golf, camping, hiking, fishing, hunting and miles and miles of walking. Grant and Marlene loved all things Southwest and amassed an extensive collection of Native American art and artifacts. Grant enjoyed time with his family especially with his grandchildren Ben (Josephine), Newlin (Hallie) and Tahra and great grandchildren Teddy and Celeste. Grant is survived by his wife, Marlene, his daughter Shari (Deborah) and son Mark (Joanne). He is also survived by his brother Jim Wilkins and many nieces and nephews. Grant was preceded in death by his first wife, Diane Schoelzel and his youngest son, Steven Grant Wilkins. A Memorial Service for Grant was held May 30, at St. Andrew Methodist Church in Highlands Ranch. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made payable to: Polio Plus, The Rotary Foundation, 14280 Collections Center Drive, Chicago, Ill. 60693.
Building more pathways to prosperity for Colorado women and their families BY LAUREN Y. CASTEEL PRESIDENT AND CEO
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s Coloradans, we are fiercely proud of our state and frequently heard boasting that like our majestic mountains, we have reached great heights with our employment rates, educational attainment rates and overall well-being rates. Yet behind these impressive achievements is a troubling statistic that people also need to know. More than half a million women still live in or near poverty. In fact, 37 percent of single-mother-led households live in poverty, compared to 20 percent of households headed by single fathers and 7 percent of
Lauren Casteel, president and CEO, The Women’s Foundation of Colorado
households headed by married couples. The Women’s Foundation of Colorado was founded in 1987 to address the disproportionate number of women living in poverty. Our leaders came together from diverse backgrounds and identities in service of a shared vision: to support the economic advancement of all women across our state. Thirty years later, we remain the only statewide community foundation that is focused on creating a stronger Colorado by building more pathways to prosperity for women. Our work is rooted in the knowledge that when women thrive, our society is healthier, and our economy is stronger. Research by our partner, the
Institute for Women’s Policy Research, showed that if Colorado women earned the same as comparable men, the state’s economy would grow by an additional $9.2 billion. Fueled by nearly 70,000 gifts from generous donors since our inception, we use our statewide networks and gender-less expertise to increase access to education, job training, and career placement opportunities that lead to stable, livable wage jobs. We are building a future where the cost of childcare doesn’t devour a family’s earnings every month, and all women and men with the same educational levels working in the same positions have equal pay. In 30 years, we’ve produced 30 research reports
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to identify the greatest opportunities for economic advancement. With our partners, we’ve helped pass more than 45 pieces of legislation, including six during the 2018 General Assembly that create statewide systems to foster economic growth for women and their families. And we’ve granted more than $17 million to nonprofit organizations throughout our state. We invite you to learn more about The Women’s Foundation of Colorado and become a part of our community creating change. Tickets, tables, and sponsorships are available to our Annual Luncheon featuring sports icon and activist, Billie Jean King, Oct. 10. Visit wfco.org for more information.
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How to choose a good estate sale company inexperienced, unethical or even illegal operators. Therefore, it’s up to you to decipher a good reputable company from a bad one. Here are some tips to help you choose. Make a list: Start by asking friends, your real Dear Inquiring, estate agent or attorney for The estate sale recommendations. You can business has become a also search online. Websites huge industry over the like EstateSales.net and BY JIM MILLER past decade. There are EstateSales.org let you find roughly 22,000 estate estate sale companies in sale companies that currently your area. operate in the U.S., up nearly 60 Check their reviews: After percent from just 10 years ago. you find a few companies, check But not all estate sale companies them out on the Better Business are alike. Bureau (BBB.org), Angie’s List Unlike appraisal, auction and (AngiesList.com), Yelp (Yelp.com) real estate companies, estate sale and other online review sites to operators are largely unregulated, eliminate ones with legitimately with no licensing or standard negative reviews. educational requirements. Call some companies: That leaves the door open for Once you identify some estate
sale companies, select a few to interview over the phone. Ask them how long they’ve been in business and how many estate sales they conduct each month. Also find out about their staff, the services they provide, if they are insured and bonded and if they charge a flat fee or commission. The national average commission for an estate sale is around 35 percent, but commissions vary by city and region. You may also want to ask them about visiting their next sale to get a better feel for how they operate. And be sure to get a list of references of their past clients and call them.
Is marriage a dirty word?
eration of divorce. In my generation, no one taught us the skills necessary to maintain a healthy marriage. We are seeing a necessary shift today, and relationship education is becoming something more people are paying attention to. Why is this important? Recent data informs us the nonmarital birth rate is 41 percent. That means 59 percent of couples are marrying and then having children. Of the 59 percent who marry, 45 percent will divorce. That means approximately 27 percent of children in this country are living in a family structure with their married biological mom and dad. This is a national tragedy. Family structure matters as evidenced by volumes of literature on the
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Dear Savvy Senior, Can you provide some tips on how to choose a good estate sale company who can sell all the leftover items in my mother’s house? Inquiring Daughter
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Last week I wrote RELATIONSHIPS Education is familiar about the magic of with the research and weddings, particutrends of relational welllarly in light of the ness. Marriage is still recent royal wedding. something the data supCurrently, I am atports as the healthiest tending an adolescent structure for families to pregnancy prevention thrive. The Center for conference in WashDisease Control recently BY JONEEN MACKENZIE published a study, samington, D.C. The climate is nothing like the magical pling 86,000 families in the U.S., media buzz and fascination we noting the children growing up in households with two parents experienced through Harry and who are married do better in every Meghan’s story. Rather, it appears measurable component of health. there is concern about discussing Many people, however, express marriage at all. cynicism about or may even fear, Why is there angst around using the word “marriage” when the idea of marriage. I anticipate discussing health and life success? much of this attitude stems from The Center for Relationship some hurt that came out of a gen-
Schedule appointments: Set up two or three face-to-face interviews with the companies you felt provided you with satisfactory answers during the
phone interviews. During their visit, show the estate liquidator through the property. Point out any items that will not be included in the sale, and if you have any items where price is a concern, discuss it with them at that time. Many estate companies will give you a quote, after a quick walk through the home. You also need to ask about their pricing (how do they research prices and is every item priced), how they track what items sell for, what credit cards do they accept, and how and where will they promote and market your sale. EstateSales.net is a leading site used to advertise sales, so check advertising approaches there. Additionally, ask how many days will it take them to set up for the sale, how long will the sale last, and will they take care of
getting any necessary permits to have the sale. You also need to find out how and when you will be paid, and what types of services they provide when the sale is over. Will they clean up the house and dispose of the unsold items, and if there’s an extra charge for that? Also, make sure you get a copy of their contract and review it carefully before you sign it. For more information on choosing an estate sale company, see National Estate Sales Association online guide at NESA-USA. com, and click on “Consumer Education” then on “Find the Right Company.” Send your senior questions to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070 or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
subject. Children are healthier, do better in school and have a more promising future based on economic self-sufficiency and mental health if they are raised in a safe and stable two-parent family. The divide on the issue of marriage is further illustrated by the following event. Years ago, the Center for Relationship Education was asked to facilitate a full day workshop for high need minority high school boys. The project director asked the facilitator not to talk about marriage since most of the boys came from single-parentfatherless homes. We agreed to honor this request and speak only about relationships. The young men were so captivated by the content we were imparting and bonded with the workshop speak-
er. They asked her to join them for lunch. The speaker asked the boys (around 45 of them), “How many of you have ever been to a wedding?” Not one of them raised their hand. Then she asked, “How many have ever been to a funeral?” All but one raised their hand. The speaker was shocked and dismayed. Weddings highlight future, family, food, festivities, new beginnings and hope. Funerals mean the end. These young men wanted us to share more about the magic of a wedding. The magic of marriage is not dead. However, to keep a healthy spark after “I Do,” individuals need resources and skills. To learn more about helping provide these skills to the next generation, contact me at Joneen@ myrelationshipcenter.org.
South Metro Denver REALTOR Association recognizes members who were recently honored with the Realtor Emeritus Distinction commitments to improve the quality of life in their communities through volunteer work and by supporting a variety of charitable organizations. For more than 70 years,
SMDRA has provided real estate professionals with the resources they need to help them grow and prosper in the real estate business. For more information, visit smdra.com.
Nicholson appointed to West Point Board of Visitors
From left to right: Karen Easton, Michael Stewart Meagher Jr, Ronald Hetherington, Ronald Chick, Keith Grebe, John Vizzi
Leadership of the South Metro Denver Realtor Association (SMDRA) have recognized Realtor members who recently received the prestigious Realtor emeritus status from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The special presentation was held June 8, during SMDRA’s Metro Market Pulse Meeting at the association’s headquarters in Littleton. The emeritus status is awarded with the deepest gratitude in recognition of 40 cumulative years of membership in the NAR and in recognition of the valuable and lasting contribution to the real estate profession in their community. SMDRA member
recipients of the distinction include Norma Adair, Ronald Chick, Karen Easton, Keith Grebe, Ronald Hetherington, Christine Matchett, Mary Lou McGurren, Stew Meagher, John Vizzi, Beverly Watson and Mary Wenkheimer. “We are very proud of these consummate professionals and their decades of service to local, state and national Realtor associations,” said Todd Schuster, chairman of the board. “These accomplished realtors are all known for their tireless work ethic, extensive market knowledge, superior customer service, and dedication to giving back to the community. The emeritus status could not have been
awarded to a better group of recipients than these exceptional SMDRA members.” Realtor members of SMDRA subscribe to the National Association of Realtors strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, which is dedicated to protecting consumers in the real estate transaction. The code requires realtors to identify and take steps to eliminate practices which may damage the public or which might discredit or dishonor the real estate profession. As local business owners and residents, realtors are vested in building healthy and vibrant communities across the country. SMDRA members have made extraordinary
R. James “Jim” Nicholson has been appointed by President Donald Trump to the Board of Visitors of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. The mission of the Board of Visitors is to inquire and advise the president as to the morale, discipline, academic standing and general state of excellence of the U.S. Military Academy and the Corps of Cadets. The Board of Visitors has R. James “Jim” Nicholson 14 members, comprised of members of the U.S. Conlic service. He served as gress and civilian appointees. chairman of the Republican Nicholson, himself a disNational Committee, as U.S. tinguished graduate of West Ambassador to the Vatican, Point, and a retired Army and as secretary of the Decolonel, is the senior counpartment of Veterans Affairs. sel at the national law firm “Going to West Point and of Brownstein Hyatt Farber serving in the Army changed Schreck. He also serves as my life,” said Nicholson. the chairman of the board of “I am very grateful to play the Daniels Fund in Denver a role in the development and is a fellow at the U.S. of our future generations of Chamber of Commerce. military leaders by serving Nicholson’s background on the Board of Visitors of is in law, business and pubmy beloved alma mater.”
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How to banish mosquitoes from your yard Time spent in the backyard on spring and summer afternoons and evenings contributes heavily to the popularity of these times of year. Many homeowners go to great lengths to make their outdoor living spaces as luxurious as possible, only to be bothered by uninvited and bothersome guests: mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are not just pesky nuisances, but they’re also harmful. According to the American Mosquito Control Association, more than 1 million people across the globe die from mosquito-borne diseases every year. Such diseases include malaria, dengue, yellow fever, West Nile virus the Zika virus. The AMCA notes that many of the diseases transmitted by mosquitoes can be linked to
travel to endemic areas. But mosquitoes in North America can still be harmful, and bites may result in severe skin irritation through an allergic reaction to mosquito saliva. Homeowners can employ several measures to prevent mosquitoes from invading their backyards this spring and summer. • Remove standing water. Stagnant water is an ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes, so homeowners must be diligent in their efforts to remove standing water around their properties. Mosquitoes can breed in bird baths, pets’ water bowls and empty plant pots that collect rain water. Routinely tipping these items and refilling them with fresh water can prevent mosquito
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infestations, protecting both humans and pets alike. Inspect property for hidden pockets of water. While bird baths, pet bowls and kiddie pools are easy to find, homeowners may be unknowingly hosting mosquito breeding grounds elsewhere on their properties. For example, tarps used to cover pools, automobiles or grills that are not tightly secured can fold up, creating pockets where rain water can collect and give mosquitoes somewhere to breed. Mosquitoes also may use gutters to breed, so homeowners should routinely inspect and clean their gutters during spring and summer. Keep a well-manicured lawn. Well-manicured lawns are less likely to be breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Because water plays such a crucial role in the mosquito breeding process, it’s necessary that all potential water sources in a yard be removed. Fallen leaves that are not removed and pockets of soil beneath trees and plants can collect rain water or water from lawn sprinklers, which can be just enough for mosquitoes to breed. Use fans. Consumer Reports tested the efficacy of oscillating pedestal fans to keep mosquitoes from invading decks and patios and found that such fans cut mosquito landings by 45 to 65 percent for those sitting closest to the fans. When hosting backyard barbecues, homeowners can set up several such fans on their decks and patios to keep mosquitoes at bay. Mosquitoes are unwelcome guests come spring and summer. But homeowners can take steps to increase the likelihood that their properties stay mosquito-free.
Awnings can make outdoor spaces more comfortable Many homeowners are eager to step outdoors upon the return of warm weather. Outdoor living spaces have grown in popularity as more and more homeowners embrace opportunities to entertain and lounge around in their yards. Outdoor entertaining areas can be great, but such spaces may go unused when summer sun makes it uncomfortable to spend time outdoors. But a retractable awning can change all that. Homeowners often find awnings can be worthwhile investments that can be beneficial both inside and outside of the home. Increase usable yard space —Awnings can create privacy and establish boundaries for outdoor living areas. Place an awning over a deck, tables and chairs, or an entire patio area. Some people like to install awnings over a portion of their pools to provide shade for those who want to escape the sun’s rays. Motorized awnings can be retracted with the push of a button, which can help homeowners with physical limitations. Protect against sun damage—Awnings provide excellent protection against sun damage, as they can shield
outdoor furniture from direct sunlight, helping to reduce the chances for discoloration or fading. Reduce air conditioning costs—In addition to shading outdoor living areas, smaller awnings can be placed over southern- and western-facing windows, shielding interiors against the sun’s rays. In turn, this may reduce reliance on air conditioners. Expand gardening possibilities — Some plants require very specific light conditions to grow. Awnings can protect shade-loving plants from harsh sunlight and filter the sun for plants that require indirect light. They can be placed over a patio container garden or permanent garden structure. Add value for buyers — For those who may be selling their homes soon, awning may help them receive top dollar. Today’s buyers houses that have attractive and functional exteriors, and an awning can provide that competitive advantage over similar homes in the neighborhood. When renovating outdoor areas, homeowners should not overlook awnings that can make outdoor living spaces more livable.
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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Saturday Movie Matinee: The Post
June 23, 2-4 p.m. The Post is rated PG13. Meryl Streep stars as Katherine Graham, the first female publisher of a major American newspaper in this historical, political thriller. In a cover-up that spanned four Presidencies, Graham and her harddriving editor, played by Tom Hanks, join an unprecedented battle between the press and the government. Free popcorn and lemonade at Bemis Public Library 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.
Denver Botanic Gardens Summer Concert Series
June 25, The Milk Carton Kids with Sierra Hull, June 27, Chris Botti; July 9, The Mavericks. Gates open at 5:45 p.m. and all shows start at 6:30 p.m. At the UMB Amphitheater at the Gardens’ York Street urban oasis. The Milk Carton Kids is timeless folk music Trumpeter Chris Botti’s expression begins in jazz and expands beyond the limits of any single genre. Tickets: concerts. botanicgardens.org
Outdoor movies at Infinity Park Stadium in Glendale
June 25 - Back to the Future; July 9 - Wonder Woman; July 23, CoCo; Aug. 6, Black Panther. At brand new 4,000 seat stadium-quality jumbo screen and booming sound system. Free. No tickets needed. Pack a picnic to enjoy on the grass or try food made by one of the local vendors. Bring blankets and chairs. Info: moviesatinfinitiypark.com Gates open at 6:30 p.m. with movies starting at 7:30 p.m.
Ballet Ariel’s Summer Showcase
July 26, 7 p.m. Dancing excerpt from their season of shows including ‘Sleeping Beauty’ and Appalachian Springs. The Summer Showcase premieres new dances by Ballet Ariel’s dancers and choreographers.at Hampden Hall in the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway, 2nd Floor, Englewood. Tickets, $10/adults, $5/students and seniors, and free for children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Info: 303-945-4388 or balletariel.org.
South Denver Univ. of Colorado Films
Though July 28. 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. A Whale-Sized Adventure for the giant screen with Humpback Whales 3D. See up-close how these whales communicate, sing, feed, play and take care of their young. Now showing through June 1, Dream Big: Engineering Our World 3D. Showtimes 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Narrated by Academy Award winner Jeff Bridges, Dream Big celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small. South Denver Univ. of Colorado, 10035 S. Peoria St., Lone Tree. 303-315-9444, cusouthdenver@uc denver.edu.
up: biketoworkday.us A program of the Denver Regional Council of Governments. Visit waytogo.org.
Sponsor a Poster at Race
Aug. 19. Cancer League of Colorado Race for Research 5K in memory of Michele Plachy-Rubin who lost her battle with brain cancer back in 1997. Donate $150 or more to sponsor a poster at the race. Info: race4research.com/fundraising.
Pixelated: Sculpture by Mike Whiting
Through Sept. 23, Pixelated will bring back childhood memories of video game arcades and also call to mind modern artworks. The depiction of natural forms, such as plants and animals, in bold colors and geometric shapes will be a witty complement to the Denver Botanic Gardens York St., which are simultaneously wild and cultivated.
FREE EVENTS
Free Kids Admission at History Colorado Museums
Until Labor Day enjoy free youth admission. To celebrate baseball season, free admission for kids 15 years old and under who are wearing their jersey or other baseball attire. At the History Colorado Community Museums visitors 17 and under can enjoy free admission. From historic homes to adobe foes, each museum tells the history of Colorado’s many cultures and prominent figures. Info: visits HistsoryColorado.org or call 303 HISTORY.
FUNDRAISER
Breaking Par for P.A.R. Golf Event
July 21, 6 a.m. event check in; 6:30 a.m. driving range open and putting challenge: 8 a.m. Shotgun start. Walnut Creek Golf Preserve, 10555 Westmoor Dr., Westminster. In honor of Gary Bass and those touched by Parkinson’s. $110/player. Register: ParkinsonRockies.org/Breaking Par4Par.
Cancer League of Colorado Race for Research 5K Run/ Walk
Aug. 19, 9-11 a.m. in Washington Park. In memory of Michele Plachy-Rubin and Stephen Estrada - Race for research honoree. Info: cancerleague.org. Followed by free pancake breakfast, live band and free beer garden sponsored by Bristol Brewing. Kids play in Kidzone - clowns, games and prizes. Designer shirt with registration.
GRAND OPENING
Exploration of Flight
June 26, 5:30-7 p.m. at Opera Colorado, 41121 S. Navajo St., Suite #100. Info: admin@myenglewoodchamber.com
July 21 and July 22, noon - 5 p.m. Celebrate the opening of Wings Over the Rockies’ Boeing Blue Sky Aviation Gallery, phase one of Wings Exploration of Flight campus at Centennial Airport. Enjoy a weekend of games, activities, music, exploration & flight as Wings Over the Rockies opens its second facility. Opening weekend pricing: Adults 17+ $5, Youth 4-16 $3 and Wings Members FREE. Immersive aviation experiences & exhibits, tours of Centennial Airport, modern aircraft, flight simulators & more. Location: 13005 Wings Way, Englewood - South side of Centennial Airport.
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Englewood Chamber Business After Hours
Bike to Work Day June 27, Registration now open. 800 companies expected to participate. Sign
American’s for Prosperity’s Legislative Update for 2018
June 21, 6 p.m. at 8101 E. Belleview,
Ave. - Baker Street Pub. Listen to state senators Jim Smallwood and Jack Tate as they discuss what happened in the most recent state legislature, including the good, the bad and the “that really happened?” Followed by a lengthy Q&A session. Tickets are free and light appetizers will be complimentary. RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afp-co-legislative-update -greenwood-village-tickets 465928413 443 or call Taylor Tougaw, 720-545-6027.
Fundraiser for George Brauchler for Colorado Attorney General
June 21 - 5-7 p.m. at home of Carol & Rich Waller, 6600 E. Dorado Ave., Greenwood Village. Minimum donation: $30.00 Make checks payable to George 2018. RSVP: Carol Waller - 303-807-0604.
Meet Your Arapahoe GOP Candidate
June 20 - 5:30-7 p.m. Win Deal for Arapahoe County Commissioner - 4. Olympic Park, 15775 E. Yale Ave., Aurora; hosted by current county commissioners. June 27 - 5:30 - 7 p.m. GOP statewide candidates - Gov., Treas., AG, Sec. State, CU. Hosted by CO GOP Chair, Jeff Hays; at AMG Bank, 6295 Greenwood Plaza Blvd; Aug. 10, 6-8 p.m. Arapahoe County Fab 5: Matt Crane, Clerk and Recorder; Sue Sandstrom, Treasurer; Marc Scott, Assessor; Dave Walcher, Sheriff; and Dr. Kelly LearKaul, Coroner. Info: 303-779-1115. Hosted
by Tim and Kathy Turley, 7821 S. Clayton Way, Centennial.
SANCTUARY
Bike to Church Sunday - July 1
July 1. Ride your bikes to Wellshire Presbyterian Church and enjoy an ice cream social as part of Summer Soul from 10-11 a.m.
Construction Bible School
July 13, 10 a.m. Volunteer at Wellshire Presbyterian Church to prepare lunch, signs and flower pots for the Habitat Build Day July 14. A home will be built in Sheridan Square and the project is open to all ages 16 and up who are able to perform manual labor.
Bible Buddies Summer Reading Club
Wellshire Presbyterian Church’s Kendall Memorial Library has a wonderful children’s and chapter book section along the back wall for children to 8th grade. Pick up a packet of info. soon. Awards given to children who participate and return logs by Aug. 19. Wellshire is located at 2999 S. Colorado Blvd.
SPORTS
Kempe Topgolf Challenge
June 26, 4-7 p.m. 10601 E. Easter Ave., Centennial. Make a difference for children. TOPGOLF caters to all skill levels. Practice your swing and have fun. Silent
auction featuring sports items. Details: jendrusch.denise@kempe.org or call 303-864-5308.
Casa Advocates for Children Fundraiser
July 20, 8 a.m. annual golf tournament at The Ridge at Castle Pines. Luncheon and award ceremony at 1 p.m. Register: 303-328-2248.
Limb Preservation Foundation Golf Classic
Aug. 20, 10:30 a.m. registration at The Club at Rolling Hills, Golden. Continental breakfast, practice range and silent auction preview. Shotgun start at noon. Scramble format and box lunch. Program and awards celebration at 4:30 p.m. Beverages, heavy appetizers, awards and silent auction festivities. Reserve your foursome at 303-429-0688.
WHAT’S NEW?
A 35-Year Technology Leap?
The State of Colorado and all counties will adopt a new statewide motor vehicle computer system in August. All Colorado Motor Vehicle offices will be closed Aug. 1-3. Colorado Driver’s License services, both in-office and online will be unavailable Aug. 2-5. During the closures, you may renew license plates by online, at a renewal kiosk, or using the new Gov2Go app.
Computer science during summer leads to advanced classes in fall session, students learn SUBMITTED BY NICOLE CHENA ND SIDDARTH IJJU CCHS STUDENTS
Computer science is an integral part of our world. However, the number of students learning computer science is significantly lower than that of the field’s constant demand. That is why high school students Nicole Chen and Siddarth Ijju have ALPHA Camp members. dedicated their summer to teaching, guiding, and motivating students to learn Computer Science. Nicole Chen, an incoming sophomore at Cherry Creek High School, took AP Computer Science and will be taking UNIQ Camp members. Data Structures science or coding classes. We next year. Processing, Java, have robotics and multimedia, SQL, and HTML are just a but we don’t have coding,” few of the coding languages says Jeremy Elgavish, a stushe is familiar with. Siddarth dent who took the camps over Ijju, an incoming junior at the summer. Cherry Creek High School, “I think that many students has taken AP Computer Sciaren’t motivated to approach ence and Data Structures and computer science because will be taking a course at DU they don’t think it’s somenext year. Python, Java, C++, thing for them,” says Chen, SQL, LaTeX, Swift and Pro“but computer science can cessing are some of the lanbe anything and for anyone. guages he is familiar with. With hard work and motivaBoth of them are dedicated tion, you can go from drawto spreading their interest in ing a purple rectangle on your computer science to younger screen to programming your students. Current opportuown website!” nities available for middle At DTC Computer Scischool students interested in ence Camp, students going computer science are very into 7th, 8th, or 9th grade limited. “In middle school, can join the UNIQ or ALwe don’t have any computer PHA sessions. In the UNIQ
basic programming concepts in Processing, an online computer coded sketchpad. At the end of the week, students can successfully code their own games such as tic-tac-toe, runaway band, and bouncing ball. In the ALPHA session, students seeking for more challenging topics learn through the Eclipse platform by coding in the Java language. “I think the best part of computer science is finally being able to find the solution to the problem,” said Cassidy Seader, a student who took the camps over the summer. “It’s important that students start coding at a young age because technology is advancing so quickly,” says Ijju. “That’s why Nicole and I started this camp to encourage kids to delve into computer science. We hope our camp helps young students develop a passion for computer science.” Nicole and Sid will be running their 2019 DTC Computer Science Camps in the upcoming year. They plan to open up and teach even more subjects such as SQL, HTML, and Python in addition to Java and Processing to students. Registration will open end of February 2019.
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Coffman headliner for Annual Colorado Federation of Republican Women Luncheon There were four candidates for governor in the room or their representatives when Rep. Mike Coffman addressed the Colorado Federation of Republican Women (CFRW). “We’ve only had one Republican Colorado governor elected in 44 years,” said
Keynote speaker Mike Coffman representing Colorado’s Congressional District 6 makes a point to CFRW.
ABOVE: Representing Walker Stapleton for Governor - Field Director Jay McChesney and Kelsey Alexander with Arapahoe County Commissioner Jeff Baker. RIGHT: Gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez and his wife Lisa.
Coffman. He said Rasmussen was the only poll for likely voters. In that vein – ‘the wind is in our face.’ “Usually mid-terms are not good for the president in power,” he continued, “but, the Blue Wave is not as big as anticipated.” Economic growth favors the president and tax
reform is important to economic growth. Congressman Coffman shared his thoughts on such topics as North Korea — tear up the agreement and keep economic sanctions. No deal is better than a bad deal; Afghanistan — the powers of engagement were so bad in prior administra-
tion; the Department of Veteran Affairs — fire everyone who has failed; immigration — replace laws that are problematic. If you know what to say – you’re in at the border; the Farm Bill — he voted for it this time. “We have one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country.”)
CFRW District VI Director Barbara Piper and Colorado Republican Committee Vice Chair Sherrie Gibson
ABOVE, RIGHT: Amy Mitchell whose husband Victor Mitchell is running for governor with Marsha Haeflein, immediate past president of Douglas County Republican Women/ immediate past secretary of CFRW. RIGHT: Doug Robinson who is running for governor and his wife Diane.
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ABOVE, LEFT: Tim Walsh and Jenny Walsh, event co-chairs, Amy Figge - event cochair and Alex Figge. ABOVE: Matt Most, board member, and Shari Most LEFT: Deb Jordy - SCFD executive director, Chris Chavez and Jennifer Chavez RIGHT: Mike Yankovich, museum president
Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus Breaks ground on Adventure Forest, a 500 ft long aerial adventure course SUBMITTED BY ZOE OCAMPO DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & MEMBERSHIP
The Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus broke ground on a major new exhibit June 11. Adventure Forest is a 500-foot-long outdoor aerial adventure
course, designed to challenge guests with elements like rope swings, a glass bridge, slinky climb, a lookout that sits over 55 feet in the air, and dueling 70 feet slides with rainbow prisms to return you to earth. And, sitting over 90 feet above the banks of the South Platte River and I-25, this sculpture will be a new landmark in Denver’s skyline. Adventure playgrounds, a growing trend worldwide, are
designed to provide children with risk-taking opportunities, independence, and the freedom to explore their environment. “In a world where children spend so much time looking at screens, free-range play is more important than ever. We wanted to create something bold and breathtaking; to challenge children and grown-ups alike, get them outside and their hearts pumping, and to inspire them
to be brave and to believe in themselves,” says Mike Yankovich, museum president and CEO. Big body play is only part of what guests can expect. Local artist Wes Sam-Bruce is creating a fully immersive art installation throughout Adventure Forest, inspired by the interconnectedness of the natural world and humankind. Set to open in September, this experience is a collabora-
tion between the Museum’s exhibit design team, Bonsai Design, a world-class adventure course firm based in Grand Junction, Denver Parks and Recreation and artist, Wes Sam-Bruce. Adventure Forest is designed for children ages 4 and up along with their grown-ups. Access to Adventure Forest will be included with museum admission.
It’s all about that vote – Colorado makes it easy! Cherry Creek Republican Women (CCRW) recently hosted Colorado’s 38th Secretary of State Wayne Williams and Arapahoe County’s Clerk and Recorder Matt Crane. The two teamed up for fascinating facts and figures account of Colorado’s voter registration, instructions and costs. Colorado has the highest voter registration in the country, “We make it easy,” said Secretary of State Williams. “You can even register online.” He also stated that Colorado makes it very easy for the military to vote and that maintenance records of the voters are thorough although 40 percent of people who move do not provide a change of address. Colorado is also one of the safest places to vote. According to The Washington Post – one state, Colorado, is paving the way as a leader in election security. Arapahoe County was one of the first to buy new equipment. The first statewide Risk Limiting Audit (RLA) was a huge success and all counties passed the audit. This year’s primary election has created
Cherry Creek Republican Women Aldona Seymour, Joan Beninati, Susan Struna and LaFawn Biddle
a stir with a rollout of implementation in Grand Junction. Unaffiliated voters, who hold the key to the election, have by now received two ballots – one for Republican and one for Democrat candidates. They can only vote one of the ballots, however. It has been stressed repeatedly. In 2010, Colorado had the largest primary turnout with Republicans slightly edging out the Dems. As of this meeting, 85 percent of the vote for 2018 was not in and clerks have
been scanning feverishly. Crane (part of the county’s Fab Five elected officials now calling themselves the Arapahoe Home Team) seamlessly took over with his own statistics. Democrats have pulled ahead of Republicans 33 percent to almost 28 percent. In 2010, there was voter turnout of just over 44 percent. Unaffiliated could have declared a preference of one ballot or another in advance, Of the 136,000 – 4,924 expressed a preference. There were
Secretary of State Wayne Williams, CCRW President Joy Hoffman, a staff member of the Colorado Republican Committee Mattie Hoffman, Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder Matt Crane
more Republican preferences. Education is huge for the unaffiliated. Arapahoe County had Vote Only One imprinted seven times on its ballots. As of this meeting, 371,000 ballots were issued and 16,000 had been returned. Less than 1 percent of the unaffiliated had participated so far. Ballots should not be mailed later than June 19, Ballots are due by June 26 at any drop box in the state by 7 p.m. There are 26 total 24-hour drop boxes
in Arapahoe County. The cost per vote is significant. In 2017, it cost $3.96 to process a vote received by mail versus $83.76 to process an “in person” vote. Surprisingly, proximity to a voter center doesn’t guarantee heavier voting. In general elections, most votes are received in the last three days. Arapahoe County is proud of its website: arapahoe votes.com where individual ballots can actually be tracked.
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Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club Car Show BY BOB SWEENEY PUBLISHER
The annual HEB Car Show was held June 16 at the club-
house parking lot. The annual event is named after the show founder Bill Stanley. His brother Dick Stanley now carries on the family tradition
serving as chairman of the show assisted by his grandson Caiden Brown. The Sweepstake Winner of the 2018 show was Brad
and Lisa Yeager’s 1956 Ford Thunderbird. Stan Reynolds was a repeat second place winner of the vintage class with his gray 1950 Jaguar
Mark V. Corvettes were prominent among the winning categories with Ford Mustangs also among winners.
Maury Smith with his 1949 Hudson Commodore. One of the alltime classics.
Alaine Lessing with her 2017 show Grand Champion 1951 Chevy 3100 pickup truck right off her ranch.
The Grand Champion 2018 sweepstake’s winner was the 1956 Ford Thunderbird owned by Brad and Lisa Yeager.
Stan Reynolds with his seventh-year in a row second place with his 1950 Jaguar Mark V.
2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Is a Keeper BY H. THROTTLE AUTO COLUMNIST Some vehicles just make an instant good impression. The décor, design, comfortable seating, the eager acceleration and the overall instant impression of the drive. It doesn’t take very long to adjust the review mirrors, set the temperature controls, find the SiriusXM satellite, and examine the transmission selections. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited is a winner in every category. I’ve been slow to recognize and appreciate hybrid vehicles, but Toyota has it right in this excellent allwheel-drive model. Safety experts agree giving this model a perfect overall five-star rating. Hybrids are silent when you start to drive them. It takes some careful driving when you back out of the driveway in silence before the engine starts. This Highlander features a V6 engine that with the hybrid technology, delivers 29 mpg in the city, and 28 mpg on the freeways. The stopping and starting uses gravity as a means to charge the battery system, that is brilliant technology. While no engine horsepower is provided the Highlander acceleration is powerful, and the variable transmission provides a selection of gears for mountain driving. These transmissions
are an excellent trademark of Toyota vehicles. The all-wheel drive is electronically controlled by weather and road conditions. This Highlander is assembled in the USA at Princeton, Ind. The craftsmanship is excellent with the exterior “Alumina Jade” metallic paint. The interior has perforated leather seating and can seat seven passengers. Toyota offers a “Safety Sense” package that entails the latest safety features that includes the new pre-collision system and pedestrian detection alert warnings that are so vital on crowded highways and parking lots. A power liftgate and panoramic moonroof add to the overall family package for this all-weather and versatile vehicle. Separate heating and cooling controls for the second-row seat passengers. Great performance, attractive styling, efficient fuel economy, and the latest safety features for driving and passenger safety make this a strong consumer contender. This is the complete package and comes with a price of $49,280 that includes abundant options. It was a pleasure to drive this vehicle, and I was sad when the auto factory representatives came and took it back. I wanted to keep it.
Winners in all categories were Ron Green, Dave Higgins, Dave Brown, Brad Yeager, Bill Gatto and Caiden Brown assisting his grandfather Dick Stanley in awarding prizes to the winners.
Graduates should check out Honda Fit Sport BY H. THROTTLE AUTO COLUMNIST High school graduation time is over and students will soon travel off to colleges and universities, some allow freshman cars, others do not. But, for the frugal graduates, whether off to school, or to jobs, transportation is a vital ingredient to earning a degree or a paycheck. Honda offers a 2018 FIT Sport, four-door sedan that will take you anywhere with highway mileage of 36 mpg and 26 city driving. The 135-horsepower engine is made in Japan, the manual six-speed transmission comes from the Philippines, and the package is assembled in Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico. The compact package has a bargain basement manufacturer’s retail price of $17,500. The safety rating and warranty are not provided in the factory information. Honda has always made fine
small cars and the Japanese engines seem to last forever. The overall appearance of this model is like its name, “Sporty.” The bright yellow paint and modern design make this a sharp looking car and made for younger drivers. This is a car that has to be
driven with shifting gears and using the sixspeed transmission, making for a fun, but busy drive. Try drinking a coke, using the smartphone, and shifting gears in this vehicle. Young men and women will find this drive different, challenging and entertaining. One can dream about driving a Porsche someday, rather than learning to drive a Honda six-speed stick shift.
Honda is generous with features on this compact model. They offer LED rear lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shift knob. The sport model comes with McPherson front struts and rear torsion beam suspension. These are highperformance features and add to the sport image and performance. Braking and airbags are standard equipment and adequate for car safety. The car features a magic rear seat that folds down for additional cargo space for that college-bound trip or hauling work related items. The car is loaded with tech features of Bluetooth, USB interface and Android autointegration. The younger generation likes those features. Buyers generally get what you pay for and Honda has really gone all-out to provide a wellrounded, low-priced vehicle that provides solid transportation and fuel economy at a bargain price. Be prepared to change gears often.
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ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT To whom it may concern: This notice is given with regard to items in the custody of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that have been released for public auction. The Sheriff’s Office will release numerous items including but not limited to, bicycles, jewelry, audio/ visual equipment, automotive parts, tools, sports equipment (such as camping, rafting, skiing gear, etc.), household goods and other items of personal property to a private auction company identified as Propertyroom.com and/or Roller Auction. These items will be released for on-line bidding on the last Tuesday of each month for Roller Auction and the last day of the month for Propertyroom. com. Both auctions are open to the public. If any citizen believes they have property in the possession of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that can be identified, and for which they can show proof of ownership associated with a written report that has been filed with the Sheriff’s Office prior to this announcement, can contact the evidence section of the Sheriff’s Office. Matt Crane, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8368 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-54 Arapahoe County Open Spaces Trail Connections and Wayfinding Project NOTICE TO BIDDERS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is on file with the Arapahoe County Department of Public Works and Development, Transportation Division, the specifications for Arapahoe County BID NO. ITB-18-54, Arapahoe County Project C17-031, Arapahoe County Open Spaces Trail Connections and Wayfinding Project. Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Arapahoe County Purchasing Division, Attn: Keith Ashby, CPPO Purchasing Manager, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80166, 4th floor, until 2:00 P.M. (our clock) local time on the 19th day of July 2018, for furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and equipment required to construct said public improvement per the plans and specifications. All bids must clearly reference ITB18-54 on the submittal envelope. Such bids as are received will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Finance Conference Room on the 4th floor of the County Administration Building, 5334 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO 80166, at 2:05 P.M. local time on the above stated day. These Project plans and specifications are available to all interested Contractors through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website only located at http://www.bidnetdirect.com/ colorado. The Project Plans and Specifications will be available on June 21, 2018. Electronic versions of the Plans obtained by any other means than as described above may not be complete or accurate, and it is the Bidder’s responsibility to obtain a complete set of the Project Plans and Specifications. The Project Plans and Specifications will be available for public examination only at the Arapahoe County Department of Public Works – Transportation Division located at 6924 S. Lima St. Centennial, CO 80112. The Work generally consists of Construction of five (5) concrete trail connections to the existing trail along E470 now called High Plains Trail (see key map) and wayfinding signage along the High Plains Trail. Work will include installation of approximately 5,350 square yards of concrete trail (SY varies per site) with large amounts of grading to achieve ADA slopes. In addition, small storm sewer installations at three (3) of the trails will be required. A sink hole was found at one of the locations (Saddle Rock) and Contractor will need to work with the County’s geotechnical engineer on an approved solution. Wayfinding Sig-
nage installation to direct users to and from the High Plains Trail is also included. The contractor shall have 130 Calendar Days to complete the Work after Notice to Proceed is issued. Each bid shall be made on the Form of Bid provided in the Contract Documents, and no Bidder may withdraw his/her bid for a period of sixty (60) days from the date set for opening of bids. Each Bid must be accompanied, in a sealed envelope separate from the one containing the Bid, by a bid bond on an approved form in the amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the Bid price, made payable to Arapahoe County, Colorado which shall be considered as liquidated damages and shall be forfeited to the County if said Bid is accepted and the Bidder fails to execute the Contract within 10 calendar days after the acceptance of the Contractor’s Bid by the County. Note that the Contractor shall submit one (1) complete bid package, an additional hard copy, and a soft copy (flash drive or CD/DVD) of the Form of Bid and any Addendum Acknowledgement Forms. The Work herein provided for shall be done under written Contract with the Contractor submitting the Bid, which is deemed to be in the best interest of the County. Upon review of Bid prices, the County may be required to add or delete portions of Work from this Project. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish, as part of the Contract Documents, an insurance certificate in the amount specified in the Standard Special Provisions, a Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of its Contract Amount, said bonds to be issued by a responsible corporate surety approved by the County and shall guarantee the faithful performance of the Contract and the terms and conditions therein contained and shall guarantee the prompt payment of all materials and labor, and protect and save harmless the County from claims and damages of any kind caused by the operations of the Contractor. The County will hold a pre-bid conference for all interested parties at 10:00 A.M. on the 2nd day of July 2018. The conference will be held at the County Public Works and Development offices, located at 6924 S. Lima St. Centennial, CO 80112 in the Apache Conference Room. The pre-bid conference will be the last time before the Bid opening that the County will answer questions or provide clarifications/interpretations of the Contract Documents. Attendance by prospective Bidders is strongly advised, but not mandatory as this will be the last time that questions related to the Project may be asked prior to Bid opening. The County will post copies of the Pre-bid Meeting Minutes as an Addendum on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website and the County is not responsible for ensuring receipt of the Pre-bid meeting minutes from the website or providing information discussed or clarifications of discussion at the pre-bid conference to those who did not attend.
then go to the Finance Department, and under the Finance Department select Purchasing then go to the Quick Link for the Rocky Mountain ePurchasing website. Submittals must be received in the Purchasing Division, located at 5334 South Prince Street, 4th Floor, Littleton, CO, 80120 no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on July 19, 2018. The County reserves the right to waive any or all informalities or irregularities and to reject any or all submittals. Matt Crane, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8370 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 2018-01 AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE SALE AND USE OF FIREWORKS WITHIN UNINCORPORATED ARAPAHOE COUNTY
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, the following: SECTION I. PROHIBITION ON THE SALE AND USE OF FIREWORKS 1. The sale and use of fireworks, including, but not limited to, permissible fireworks as defined in C.R.S. §§ 24-33.5-2001(5) and (11), are prohibited in all unincorporated areas of Arapahoe County. 2. The above prohibition on the sale and use of fireworks does not apply with respect to display fireworks, display retailers and display operators, as defined in C.R.S. § 24-33.5-2001, to the extent such sale and use is in compliance with applicable state and local laws, ordinances and regulations, and to the extent the following conditions are satisfied: (i) any use of display fireworks is supervised by firefighting and/or local public safety personnel, and (ii) adequate fire suppression equipment is at the scene of any use of display fireworks.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO By: Matt Crane Clerk to the Board
Notice is hereby given that the Arapahoe County Purchasing Division will be accepting proposals to establish a Short-List of qualified General Contractors for full-service On-call General Contracting Services for projects with General Contracting services valued between $50,001 and $250,000 for any and all Arapahoe County facilities, grounds and properties. All Arapahoe County solicitations can be obtained from the County’s website. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ-18-13) document can be obtained by going to the Arapahoe County website www.arapahoegov.com,
The County reserves the right to waive any or all informalities or irregularities and to reject any or all submittals.
The Arapahoe County Sheriff shall enforce the provisions of this Ordinance. SECTION VI. VIOLATIONS Any person who violates this Ordinance commits a class 2 petty offense and upon conviction thereof, shall be punished by a fine of five hundred dollars ($500.00) for a first offense, seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750.00) for a second offense, and one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for a third and any subsequent offense. The penalty assessment procedure provided in C.R.S. § 16-2-201 shall be followed by the arresting Sheriff’s Deputy or other officer for any violation of this Ordinance, and the graduated fine schedule set forth herein shall be followed when issuing any summons and complaint in accordance with such procedures.
SECTION VIII. SEVERABILITY
Arapahoe County reserves the right to reject any and all or part of any and all Bids, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, and to accept the Bid that is in the best interest of the County.
Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8369 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SOQ-18-13 SHORT-LIST FOR ON-CALL GENERAL CONTRACTING SERVICES FOR PROJECTS FROM $50,001 TO $250,000 IN GC VALUE
SECTION V. ENFORCEMENT
WHEREAS, pursuant to C.R.S. § 30-15-401(1)(n.7), matters of local concern include prohibiting or restricting the sale, use and possession of fireworks, including permissible fireworks as defined in C.R.S. §§ 24-33.5-2001(5) and (11); and
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners, that in order to preserve the public peace, health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Arapahoe County, they should take the following action:
SECTION II. TIME This Ordinance is in effect until May 30, 2019 (including the period between June 12 and July 5, 2018), unless suspended or terminated at an earlier date. SECTION III. PUBLICATION OF NOTICE Notice of the passing of this Ordinance and prohibition contained herein shall be promptly published in the County newspaper. SECTION IV. UNLAWFUL CONDUCT
It shall be unlawful for any
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SECTION VII. DISPOSITION OF FINES
WHEREAS, based on competent evidence presented on this date by the Sheriff’s Office, the Board of County Commissioners hereby finds that a high fire danger exists in the unincorporated areas of the County; and
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person to sell or use fireworks in violation of this Ordinance.
WHEREAS, pursuant to C.R.S. § 30-15-401, the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County has the power to adopt ordinances for the control of those matters of local concern; and
WHEREAS, the authority provided in C.R.S. § 30-15401(1)(n.7) allows the Board of County Commissioners to prohibit or restrict the sale, use and possession of fireworks in all or part of the unincorporated areas of the county for a period not to exceed one (1) year, excluding the period between May 31 and July 5, unless the Board of County Commissioners makes a finding of high fire danger, based on competent evidence; and
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All fines for violations of this Ordinance shall be paid into the General Fund of Arapahoe County. If any one or more of the provisions of this Ordinance is determined by a competent court of law to be invalid, such determination shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. SECTION IX. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall take effect upon its adoption. This is necessary for the immediate preservation of public health and safety, due in part to the need to control activity subject to this ordinance as soon as possible, and because of the high fire danger. Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8371 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY Allocation of 2018-2019 SCFD Funds NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that the Arapahoe County Cultural Council of Arapahoe County, Colorado will hold a Public Hearing on July 10, 2018 at 9:30 A.M. or as soon thereafter as the calendar permits, in the East Hearing Room of the County Administration Building located at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado 80120 in order to obtain the opinions of citizens, public agencies and other interested parties regarding the Arapahoe County Cultural Council (ACCC) disbursement of 2018-2019 Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) Tier III funds benefiting local art, cultural and scientific and historical organizations, in the amount of $1,731,078.37. The $59 million in total allocations, proposed by the Scientific Cultural Facilities District Board, represents 1/10th of 1 percent of sales tax collected from Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Boulder, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson Counties. The SCFD Grant Funds Check Award Ceremony will take place on October 11, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the East Hearing Room of the Arapahoe County Administration Building, located at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado 80120. Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8378 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP-18-55 COLORADO WORKFORCE CENTER ONE-STOP OPERATOR Notice is hereby given that the Arapahoe County Purchasing Division, on behalf of the Arapahoe Douglas Workforce Development Board, will be accepting proposals to establish a contract with an organization or individual to act as a Colorado Workforce Center OneStop Operator for the Arapahoe/ Douglas workforce development area. All Arapahoe County solicitations can be obtained from the County’s website. The Request For Proposal (RFP-18-55) document can be obtained by going to the Arapahoe County website www.arapahoegov.com, then go to the Finance Department, and under the Finance Department select Purchasing then go to the Quick Link for the Rocky Mountain ePurchasing website. Submittals must be received in the Purchasing Division, located at 5334 South Prince Street, 4th Floor, Littleton,
Matt Crane, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8380 ____________________________
COURTS DISTRICT COURT ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S Potomac St. Centennial, CO 80112 _____________ Plaintiff: CHERRY CREEK TERRACE RECREATION ASSOCIATION, a Colorado non-profit corporation, Defendants: FRANCINE LOVETT; COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY; COLORADO HOUSING ASSISTANCE CORPORATION; ARAPAHOE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY; SUSAN RYDEN AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; SUE SANDSTROM AS TREASURER FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION. _____________ Attorneys for Plaintiff: WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP Gina C. Botti #42005 Address: 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 Phone Number: (303) 863-1870 Case Number: 18CV030859 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: FRANCINE LOVETT You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer within 35 days after the service of this Summons upon you. Service of the summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is an action for judicial foreclosure of an assessment lien in and to the real property situated in Arapahoe County, Colorado, more particularly described on Exhibit A, attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof. Dated: May 21, 2018. WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, L.L.P. By: /s/Gina C. Botti Gina C. Botti Exhibit A LOT 1, BLOCK 2, CHERRY CREEK TERRACE AMENDED, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known as: 6441 S. Dayton Street, Englewood, CO 80111. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(h), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure Published in The Villager First Publication: May 31, 2018 Last Publication: June 28, 2018 Legal # 8330 ____________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF: DAMON DICKEY, JR., Child, and concerning HEATHER GREENE AND DAMON DICKEY, Respondents.
Kristi Erickson, Reg. #50739 Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-752-8989 (F) 303-636-1889 Case No: 18JV410 Division: 35 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding HEATHER GREENE AND DAMON DICKEY is set for July 12, 2018, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., in Division 35, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will r that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the qhild(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Kristi ‘Erickson, Reg. #50739 Assistant County Attorney Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8372 ____________________________
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held before the City of Cherry Hills Village Planning and zoning Commission at the Joint Public Safety Facility, 2460 E. Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, Colorado 80113, on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. regarding a request by Kent Denver School, 4000 E Quincy Avenue, for the approval of an Expanded Use Permit Pursuant to Article XX of the City’s Zoning Ordinance to construct a Seasonal Restroom Building with Covered Patio next to the existing tennis court. The application is available for review at the Cherry Hills Village Community Development Department, 2450 East Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or you may call 303-783-2721 for more information. Protests or comments may be submitted in writing to the Cherry Hills Village Community Development Department, 2450 East Quincy Avenue, Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 or abergeron@cherryhillsvillage.com on or before the date of the public hearing, or by personal appearance at the public hearing. Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8373 ____________________________
GREENWOOD VILLAGE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive bids by electronic submission through BidNet® on the Rocky Mountain Bid System on the Greenwood Village website at www.greenwoodvillage. com/bids. Bids must be submitted by 12:00 p.m., July 12, 2018 for: The 2018 Trails Reconstruction Project The plans and specifications for the 2018 Trails Reconstruction Project are available electronically via the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing System 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. The 2018 Trails Reconstruction Project scope generally includes the removal of a total of 900 SY of existing asphalt trail pavement and reconstruction with concrete pavement, at 4 different trail segments throughout the Village.
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The Boston St. @ Belleview Ave. Reconstruction Project scope generally includes the re-grading of 275 LF of S. Boston Street approaching E. Belleview Ave., installation of approx. 1100 LF of new concrete valley gutter and flatwork, re-grading of 180 LF of 8’ asphalt trail, and installation of 100 LF of 1’-2’ tall flagstone retaining wall. 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 for 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. An electronic bid opening will occur at 12:01 p.m., July 12, 2018. Pricing information will be shared with interested parties and will also be available through the Rocky Mountain Purchasing System.
Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive bids by electronic submission through BidNet® on the Rocky Mountain Bid System on the Greenwood Village website at www.greenwoodvillage. com/bids. Bids must be submitted by 12:00 p.m., July 12, 2018 for:
Published in The Villager First Publication: June 21, 2018 Last Publication: June 28, 2018 Legal # 8377 ____________________________
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.
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SPECIAL DISTRICTS GOLDSMITH GULCH SANITATION DISTRICT 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 500 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Phone 303-779-4525 Fax 303-773-2050 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that Goldsmith Gulch Sanitation District will accept sealed bid proposals for the 2018 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project in Greenwood Village. The project is located within the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado and includes, but is
not limited to: 4,424 linear feet of 8-inch and 71 linear feet of 12-inch CIPP rehabilitation, minor manhole repairs (various), lining of 8 manholes and coordination with the Owner, all as described in the Contract Documents. Bids will be accepted until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 500, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111. As soon as practicable, after said bid closing time, all bids received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Proposals shall be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “GOLDSMITH GULCH SANITATION DISTRICT: 2018 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT”. Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after said closing time. Bid packages will be available electronically starting on June 15, 2018 at www.questcdn.com under Login for a $10.00 charge. The user will be directed to enter a project code of 5815098. Contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in membership registration and downloading this digital project information. Bidder pre-qualifications will NOT be required for this project; provided, however, upon evaluation of bids, the apparent low bidder must be prepared to demonstrate his qualifications by submitted evidence to the District such as financial data, previous experience, authority to conduct business in the jurisdiction where the project is located, and other requirements as may be specified in the Contract Documents. Bid security in the form of a Bid Bond, Cashier’s Check or Certified Check, payable to Goldsmith Gulch Sanitation District in the amount equal to ten (10%) percent of the total amount of the Bid, to be retained by the District, will be required until a contract is executed. If the successful Bidder should fail to enter into a contract with the District, his check or bid bond will be held as liquidated damages, in which event the Contract may then be awarded to the next lowest qualified bidder.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 32-1-808, C.R.S., that vacancies currently exist on the board of directors of the District. Any qualified, eligible elector of the District interested in filling a vacancy and serving on the board of directors should file a Letter of Interest with the board of directors of the District on or before Sunday, July 1, 2018, at the District office address below. Forms of Letters of Interest are available and can be obtained from the Cherry Creek Corporate Center Metropolitan District, c/o Craig Sorensen at McGeady Becher P.C., 450 E. 17th Avenue, Suite 400, Denver, Colorado 80203, (303) 592 4380. CHERRY CREEK CORPORATE CENTER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ Elisabeth A. Cortese Attorney for the District Published in The Villager Published: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8374 ____________________________ 00 65 33 NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT CHERRY CREEK REACH 2 STREAM RECLAMATION (Contract No. C14-1004-C2) Notice is hereby given that at 1:00 p.m. on July 9, 2018, Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority shall make final payment to ECI Site Construction Management, Inc., 2526 14th Street SE, Loveland, CO 80539 in connection with full payment for all services rendered, materials furnished and for all labor performed in and for the above-referenced PROJECT. 1.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, and to accept the proposal that in the opinion of the Owner is in the best interest of Goldsmith Gulch Sanitation District.
Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has an unpaid claim against the said PROJECT for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such CONTRACTOR or any SUBCONTRACTOR in or about the performance of said WORK contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the WORK whose claim therefore has not been paid by the CONTRACTOR or the SUBCONTRACTOR may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.
Published in The Villager First Publication: June 14, 2018 Last Publication: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8362 ____________________________ NOTICE OF VACANCIES ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CHERRY CREEK CORPORATE CENTER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly to the electors of the Cherry Creek Corporate Center Metropolitan District of the City of Glendale, Arapahoe County, Colorado (“District”).
All such claims will be filed with Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority, 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, 80112, on or before the above-mentioned date and time of final settlement.
3.
Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority from any
and all liability for such claim. OWNER: Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority Published in The Villager First Publication: June 21, 2018 Last Publication: June 28, 2018 Legal # 8375 ____________________________ 00 65 33 NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT DRY CREEK AND ADAMS STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS (Contract No. C13-1006C) Notice is hereby given that at 1 p.m on July 19, 2018, Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority shall make final payment to: Edge Contracting Inc. 1453 Brickyard Road Golden CO in connection with full payment for all services rendered, materials furnished and for all labor performed in and for the abovereferenced PROJECT. 1. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has an unpaid claim against the said PROJECT for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such CONTRACTOR or any SUBCONTRACTOR in or about the performance of said WORK contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the WORK whose claim therefore has not been paid by the CONTRACTOR or the SUBCONTRACTOR may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. 2. All such claims will be filed with Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority, 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, 80112, on or before the abovementioned date and time of final settlement. 3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority from any and all liability for such claim. OWNER: Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority Name: John A. McCarty Title: Executive Director Published in The Villager First Publication: June 21, 2018 Last Publication: July 5, 2018 Legal # 8379 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT/ SETTLEMENT NOTICE is hereby given that the Greenwood North Metropolitan District of Arapahoe County, Colorado, will make final payment on
July 13, 2018 at the hour of 5:00 p.m. to NORAA Concrete Construction Corporation for all sums due and owing for all services rendered, material furnished and for all labor performed in and for the Greenwood North Metropolitan District for the Greenwood North Sidewalk Improvement Project. Any person, individual, corporation, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, limited liability company, partnership, association, or other legal entity that furnished labor, materials, sustenance, or other supplies used or consumed by a contractor or his or her subcontractor in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplied laborers, rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractor or the subcontractor may, at any time up to and including the time of final payment set forth above, for the work contracted to be done, file with the District a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of the claim. Verified statements must be received by the District no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 13, 2018, and in writing addressed to the Greenwood North Metropolitan District, c/o Seter & Vander Wall, P.C., 7400 East Orchard Road, Suite 3300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Failure on the part of any claimant to timely file a verified statement of claim will release the Greenwood North Metropolitan District, its Board of Directors, officers, agency, and employees, from any and all liability for such claim. Published in The Villager First Publication: June 21, 2018 Last Publication: June 28, 2018 Legal # 8383 ____________________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF Greta Weissfeld, DECEASED CASE NUMBER 18PR183 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado on or before October 7, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred. Lisa Garfinkel 5965 S. Kenton St Englewood, CO 80111 Published in The Villager First Publication: June 7, 2018 Last Publication: June 21, 2018 Legal # 8353 ____________________________
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Kevin Costner talks “Yellowstone,” Paramount Network’s bold new western saga BY LORI ACKEN
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The CW will premiere the new season of Penn & Teller: Fool Us on Monday, June 25. Hosted by Jonathan Ross, this is a one-hour competition series celebrating magic and featuring the legendary duo Penn & Teller. On each episode, aspiring magicians are invited to perform their best trick to try and fool the world-famous team of Penn & Teller. Anyone who succeeds wins the right to perform with Penn & Teller in their celebrated show at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The live studio audience and the TV audience watch along with Penn & Teller as they try to figure out the secrets. Penn & Teller see the trick only once and immediately try to work it out. The live studio audience knows there are no camera tricks, secret edits or helpful camera cuts. This is all real magic. AMC will premiere season 3 of Preacher on Sunday, June 24. Based on the popular cult comic book franchise of the same name, Preacher is an absurdly twisted and action-
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Kevin Costner is dancing with TV audiences once again. In his first television project since his Emmywinning role in History’s record-breaking Hatfields & McCoys, the 63-year-old actor — who ascended from movie-star heartthrob to bona fide power player when he helmed and starred in 1990’s Oscar-winning Dances With Wolves — returns to his favored frontier sensibility for Paramount Network’s sweeping drama series Yellowstone, which premieres June 20. Costner plays widower John Dutton, proprietor of the modern-day Yellowstone Dutton Ranch, his family’s Rhode Islandsized Montana sprawl of big business, modern technology and Wild West skill sets. Invulnerable to outside forces for generations, the estate’s prime location in the shadow of Yellowstone National Park now renders it a target for land developers, oil and logging corporations, the neighboring Indian reservation, and locals who feel that the Duttons’ interests have usurped their own progress. “There’s people that fight for ‘God and country,’ and there’s people that fight for the land that they actually live on,” says Costner of Dutton’s world, where a vicious brand of frontier justice still reigns. “If you’ve ever fought for the land and the people on it — where you sleep, where you feed yourself — you feel the difference. I’m not saying one’s better than the other, but this guy’s fighting for his way of life and his property against a lot of forces. Tricky ones. And he’s got one foot in one century and the other foot in another.” The series is the creation
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