Steamboat Today, April 8, 2009 by Steamboat Pilot & Today

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Vol. 21, No. 84

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Remodel over budget County officials pleased with courthouse work despite $400K overage Page 2

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Base area plan tabled City Council moves Thunderhead vote to next week after Atira request Page 3

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MATT STENSLAND/STAFF

Steamboat Springs High School sophomore Jackson Coe looks for an open teammate during the third quarter of Tuesday’s match against Eagle Valley High School. Steamboat won the match, 15-1. For story, see page 33.

Sales tax down 20 percent Rockies split series Page 35

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February collection decrease the largest since recession began Blythe Terrell

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February sales tax collections were nearly 20 percent lower than February 2008 numbers. Steamboat Springs sales tax figures released Tuesday show

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a 19.6 percent decrease for the month, from about $2.2 million to about $1.8 million. February was Steamboat’s sixth straight month of year-over-year revenue decreases, and sales tax income declined in every area and every industry. With recent cuts, the Steam-

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boat Springs City Council has budgeted for a 19 percent sales tax revenue decrease, Revenue Supervisor Kim Weber said. “Right now, there’s a 16 percent decrease year to date but an 11 percent decrease for the general fund,” Weber said. “So we’re still within our budget

with the latest budget reductions that they made.” The cuts were in the general fund, she said, so Steamboat will be within its new budget as long as year-to-date general fund revenues don’t slip by See Sales tax, page 14

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The ghost burned the brownies

poltergeist recently invaded my kitchen. The other morning, I stumbled downstairs to find the oven on. Inside, baking merrily away, was a casserole dish containing two charred pieces of bread topped with something that resembled two cow patties. After poking and prodding the remains and looking at the jumble of bags and boxes on the countertop, I came up with the following hypothesis: Someone decided to make an open-face brownie sandwich, forgot about it and left it to cook at 350 degrees all night long. Hmmmm … whom could it be? I would have to go into full detective mode to solve this mystery. Why, I might even have to find my magnifying glass. I’ve always been a fan of Inspector Clouseau, Colombo and Jessica Fletcher (amateur sleuth and writer) so I wrote out my list of suspects neatly on pink 3-by-5 note cards, one suspect per card. The good thing about a small household is, the suspect list is short. There are only two adults — and I use that term loosely — a ’tween, a dog and, possibly, a poltergeist. ■ Suspect No. 1: me. In the good old days, when hormones trumped wrinkles, this brownie sandwich is something I would have craved at a certain time of the month. But I would have added crackers. First, the bread, then a layer of salty crackers, topped with

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Joanne Palmer chocolate. Starch, sugar, salt … perfection! However, since my hormones are gone, eating chocolate at night no longer is an option. So, clearly, it could not have been me. As I waited for the other suspects to wake up, I imagined what might have happened if I’d slept two hours later. This is how the entry in The Record might have read: 7:30 a.m. Kitchen fire reported in the 900 block of Carbohydrate Lane. Strange brownie sandwich determined to be the cause. ■ Suspect No. 2: my son. I woke Suspect No. 2 for school and showed him the casserole dish. “What is this?” “Gross! Can you drive me to school?” “What were you doing last night after I went to bed?” “Ah, Mom, I took a shower like you asked me to and went to bed. Can you drive me to school?” “Did you cook this?” “No way! I don’t know how to work the oven. Can you drive me to school?” See Palmer, page 11

JOHN F. RUSSELL/STAFF

Routt County’s remodel of the historic courthouse downtown is awaiting some finishing touches this summer. The twoyear project is coming in at $400,000 over budget.

Extra work increases cost County officials pleased with functional courthouse remodel Brandon Gee

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County officials said Monday that a $400,000 cost overrun on the two-year remodel of the historic Routt County Courthouse and annex was because of a postbudget change in the project’s scope of work. The officials also stressed that the overage has no bearing on current cuts being made to the county’s operational budget — including a 10 percent pay cut for county employees approved last week — because the coun-

By the numbers Historic Routt County Courthouse and annex remodel Budgeted Actual cost Variance $4,473,054 $4,884,742 $411,688

ty maintains a separate pool of money for capital projects. “I would call that a really separate issue,” County Commissioner Diane Mitsch Bush said. The overage does mean there will be less money available for future capital projects, County Manager Tom Sullivan said. “It’s capital money,” he said. “It’s there for capital projects.” According to Routt County

Percentage variance 9 percent

Finance Director Dan Strnad, the county budgeted $4.5 million for the remodel in 2007 after the 14th Judicial District’s move to the new Routt County Justice Center in western Steamboat. The project now is expected to come in at $4.9 million, a figure that includes cost estimates for some finishing touches to be carried out this summer. The county received $1.5 million in grant funds for the project. Building and Plant Director Tim Winter said the overages are because of issues that arose after the project’s original budget was developed. “There were some items that came up in the final design,” Winter said. One of the main additions to the project was a fire sprinkler system. Winter said other overages are attributable to unanticipated mechanical work costs to make the county campus more energy efficient. For example, the county had to replace an entire heating and cooling control system that was more than 20 years old. “Those were overages we thought for the safety and effectiveness of the building were appropriate,” said Winter, who noted that in 2007 the county was anticipating a growth in its personnel rather than this year’s dramatic budget cuts including the pay cut and a hiring freeze. The booming construction climate of 2007 also made for See Courthouse, page 11

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Thunderhead redevelopment project tabled New affordable housing framework defined for proposed Steamboat 700 annexation Brandon Gee

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A highly anticipated vote on a major base area redevelopment project was delayed another month at Tuesday’s Steamboat Springs City Council meeting, but a rare level of consensus was reached on another controversial project on the opposite end of the city. City Planner Jonathan Spence said a representative from The Atira Group — developers of the nearly 400,000-square-foot Thunderhead project at the base of Steamboat Ski Area — visited city offices mid-afternoon Wednesday and requested an indefinite tabling of a hearing on the project. Spence subsequently notified interested parties, including those that oppose the project, that they didn’t need to attend Tuesday’s meeting. But on Tuesday morning, Spence said, Atira contacted him again and asked to rescind

their request. In a Tuesday Asked why Atira requested e-mail to Spence, Steamboat an indefinite tabling Monday, attorney Ron Smith wrote, “I Spence said simply that it was know that you did not inten- “at their discretion.” Atira Vice tionally mislead me. I know President for Development that Atira Group Mark Mathews must have changed would not com“I know that Atira ment. their mind, but Group must have we are prejudiced changed their and Atira should Steamboat 700 mind, but we are at least have to During an prejudiced and Atira reschedule so our update on two clients will have should at least have projects west of reasonable notice to reschedule so city limits seekto appear at a ing annexation, our clients will have future meeting.” reasonable notice to City Council also Smith represents unanimously enthe Bronze Tree appear at a future dorsed an alternaCondominiums meeting.” tive approach to homeowners, who affordable housoppose the project. Ron Smith ing in Steamboat In a unanimous 6-0 Steamboat attorney 700 — a 508-acre vote, City Council in an e-mail to City Planner master-planned chose to table the Jonathan Spence community just project until May west of city lim5 because of the its that proposes about 2,000 confusion. “We had stopped preparing homes. The simplified approach for the meeting,” Smith said outside Centennial Hall after would require Steamboat 700 to dedicate land to the city for the vote.

affordable housing and impose a real estate transfer tax on transactions within the project. Affordable housing projects then would be developed on the dedicated land by the city or the Yampa Valley Housing Authority. Steamboat 700 previously had proposed coupling a real estate transfer tax with inclusionary zoning strategies that would have required 25 percent of its housing to be made available to Routt County workers earning 70 to 160 percent of the area median income. Developers who already have built units under the city’s inclusionary zoning policies have experienced difficulties selling and financing the units. “I think it’s important to learn from the lessons that are going on right now,” Planning Services Manager John Eastman said.

A city staff report states that replacing inclusionary zoning with land dedication “eliminates the difficult and time consuming processof negotiating requirements related to number of units, unit size, target AMI, design standards, unit pricing, etc.” Eastman said the city would determine the amount of land that needs to be dedicated using a formula similar to the one it currently uses to calculate payments in lieu to satisfy inclusionary zoning. In addition to the unanimous blessing of council and city staff, the alternative approach also is supported by the developer, the Housing Authority and affordable housing advocates the Community Alliance of the Yampa Valley.

— To reach Brandon Gee, call 871-4210 or e-mail bgee@steamboatpilot.com

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Networkers speed up process Chamber offers businesspeople chance to meet, greet, repeat Blythe Terrell

business, Boardom Bound. Tebbenkamp will teach people to river board, wake board and STEAMBOAT SPRINGS kite board in summer. In winBusiness veterans and new- ter, he’ll teach some of those bies talked up a storm Tuesday activities on snow. afternoon at The Boathouse Tebbenkamp is a new ChamPub. ber member. The 24 participants had “I just joined them, and they no choice but to keep their said, ‘Come on up,’” he said. discussions short Tuesday was and direct at the the Chamber’s “I kind of got an Steamboat Springs second speed netupbeat feeling about working event, Chamber Resort Association’s speed the economy from Membership Dinetworking event. rector Amy Minpeople who are They joined in otto said. The trying to get things pairs and had five Chamber limits off the ground.” minutes to talk the group to 24 before moving on. people and has A roofer chatted Luke Berliel gotten positive Wilson Roofing employee with a hypnotherfeedback, she apist, and a longsaid. time lumber official “We’re really trying to hobnobbed with an outdoor increase the networking adventure entrepreneur. opportunities for Steamboat,” Many walked away pleased. Minotto said. “I think it’s “I kind of got an upbeat important now with the econfeeling about the economy omy.” from people who are trying to The Boathouse sponsors the get things off the ground,” said networking events, which will Luke Berliel, who attended to occur every two months. The talk about new solar products next one is scheduled for June at Wilson Roofing. 11. The Chamber charges $10 He stood talking afterward for members and $25 for nonwith Danny Tebbenkamp, members. who was promoting his new Photographer Shauna Lamansky was speed networking for the second time. She does mostly portrait photography

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For more The Boathouse Pub sponsors the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association’s networking events, which will occur every two months. The next one is scheduled for June 11. The Chamber charges $10 for members and $25 for nonmembers. For more information about Chamber programs and speed networking, visit www.steamboatchamber.com and click “Business Directory & Membership,” then “Chamber Programs,” then “Networking Events.”

and recently moved to a studio in the Lorenz Building downtown. Lamansky said she’s generated interest in her business by meeting new people at the Chamber event. Bonnie Stevens, of Mountain High Appliance, shared Lamansky’s veteran speed networker status. Her business shares a showroom with two others and is planning a grand opening. Stevens said she was pleased with the networking experience. “It’s not an instant gratification because not everyone’s going to need a new refrigerator or a new range right away,” she said. “It’s word of mouth and referrals.” — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

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South Routt school resumes Students to be allowed outdoors again after kidnapping threat

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Routt County Sheriff ’s Office deputies think the man who threatened to kidnap two children from South Routt Elementary School may never have left his home state of California. School procedures will resume as normal today, Principal Michael Young said. One third of the students stayed away from school Tuesday. Students were not allowed outside for recess today after a man reportedly told his exwife that he was coming from California to take the couple’s two children from the school in

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Yampa. The children and their grandfather, who works as a janitor for the school district, were sequestered Tuesday. Contacted by his ex-wife Tuesday afternoon, the man said he was still in California. Deputies said they do not think he came near Routt County and they will use cell phone records to determine if he ever left California. “Done deal, he’s in California,” investigator Ken Klinger, of the Sheriff’s Office, said Tuesday. Klinger said the man, identified as Mark Antonio Juanigi, also known as Mark Antonio Gonzalez, has outstanding warrants on non-violent crimes and will be arrested if he appears in the county. Deputies were on hand as students loaded and unloaded buses Tuesday. Deputies made additional patrols by the school throughout the day.

Juanigi is described as a 190 pound, 5-foot-11-inch Hispanic male from California. He is known to drive small Honda cars he buys and sells frequently. South Routt School District Superintendent Scott Mader said the district consulted with local law enforcement before sending a letter home to parents Monday night. “We went one step further than we were advised,” he said. Mader said he is awaiting more information from law enforcement about the safety of the two children who were threatened, but he also said school will be back to normal today. The school postponed its Literacy Carnival, originally scheduled for Tuesday night, until April 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. — To reach Zach Fridell, call 871-4208 or e-mail zfridell@steamboatpilot.com

Commissioners sign off on development rights transfer Tom Ross

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Routt County commissioners placed their signatures Tuesday on a development map that could change the way deals are done in the valley on either side of Steamboat Springs. When the commissioners signed a new plat map for Alpine Mountain Ranch, they gave their final blessing to a transfer of development rights from one rural parcel to another. It was something that had not previously happened in Routt County, but county officials think the process could grow to shape the course of future development in the area. “We might have some growing pains,” Commissioner Doug Monger said. “But we’ll use it to improve as we move into a full transfer of development rights program.” In a development transfer, one property owner sends his development rights to a second property owner in exchange for compensation. The transfer of development rights this week, from Flying Diamond Ranch straddling Colorado Highway 131 in the south valley, to Alpine Mountain Ranch closer to Steamboat Ski Area, will conserve more than 900 acres at Flying Diamond by placing them under a conservation easement. At the same time, the transfer will add 20 salable lots valued at more than $1 million each at Alpine Mountain,

whose developers, Bill Butler and Andy Daly, are compensating Flying Diamond owner John Adams. Adams is giving up preexisting approvals to develop lots on his own land. The conserved lands on Flying Diamond include elk habitat on Thorpe Mountain and irrigated hay meadows on the north side of the state highway. “It gives a whole different perspective to working on different parcels of land,” Assistant Planning Director Ellen Hoj said. A benefit of the process, she said, is that hundreds of scenic acres have been protected from development in perpetuity without the investment of tax dollars. The county commissioners approved the transfer of development rights in concept in late January. And the additional 20 lots were part of their original approval of Alpine Mountain Ranch, with the caveat that they could not be sold until the developers won approval for a plan to purchase development rights elsewhere. On Tuesday, commissioners signed the plat map converting 20 conditional lots at Alpine Mountain to sellable status. That brought the total number of lots just outside the city’s southern limits at that location to 63. Realtor Joan Ryan represented Adams in the deal, along with Brent Romick, of Romick and Associates. Ryan said they are already working on a new See Development, page 15

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Wednesday, April 8, 2009

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TODAY ■ Story-times for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 are at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. at Bud Werner Memorial Library.

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■ Aging Well, a program of the Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association, holds “Wellness Day” at 11 a.m. at the Haven Community Center in Hayden. The day includes Arthritis Foundation exercise, lunch for $2.50, a guest speaker, a writing memoirs class, wellness checks from a registered nurse and foot care by appointment. Call Aging Well at 970-8717676.

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■ Advocates Building Peaceful Communities hosts a free women’s support group at noon at the Advocates office. Call 879-2034. ■ Moms in Touch, a group of mothers praying for their children and schools, meets at noon at Concordia Lutheran Church. Call Barb at 879-8761.

■ The Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge Group plays at 1 p.m. at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. Reservations are requested. Call Elaine at 879-1994.

The city of Steamboat Springs’ 34th annual Easter egg hunt begins at 11 a.m. Saturday at Howelsen Hill. Grand Futures Prevention Coalition is presenting the hunt, which includes about 5,000 eggs to be found by children 9 years old and younger. After the Easter Bunny rides the Barrows Chairlift down the hill to greet youngsters, there will be opportunities to take free family photos courtesy of NRC Broadcasting. Participants should take their own baskets and mud boots.

■ A job networking group and résumé workshop is from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Epilogue Book Co. Call 970367-4416.

grade are invited. Contact Anchor Way Baptist Church at 879-7062.

■ The Bud Werner Memorial Library Book Club discusses Nancy Horan’s “Loving Frank” at 6 p.m. in the library’s meeting room.

■ Steamboat’s Recreational Poker league plays at 7 p.m. at the Snow Bowl. The tournament is free and open to the public. Players must be 18 or older. Visit www.steamboatpokertour.com.

■ “Talking Green,” a Steamboat Springs Green Building group, presents Dave Epstein of the Milner Landfill and Twin Enviro with a discussion, “The Greening of the Landfill,” from 6 to 7 p.m. at Harwig’s restaurant. All are welcome. Call 629-5558. ■ Awana Kids Club meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Christian Heritage School. All children through fifth

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THURSDAY ■ The South Routt Elementary School in Yampa hosts a Grandparents/Senior Citizens Luncheon from 11 a.m. to noon. All grandparents and senior citizens are encouraged to have lunch with staff and students. Call 638-4558 if you plan to attend.

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■ A free, lunchtime mini-workshop about matting and framing your artwork is from noon to 1 p.m. at the Center for Visual Arts, a nonprofit community art center at 56 Ninth St. Take your lunch; drinks are provided. Call 846-5970.

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Kindergarten headed in right direction

udos to the Steamboat Springs School District for adding more all-day kindergarten slots for the 2009-10 academic year. We hope that decision is a reflection of the district’s commitment to providing all-day kindergarten for all AT ISSUE students in the near All-day future. kindergarten The next step should be determining OUR VIEW how to fund all-day School district kindergarten withheaded in right out charging tuition. Although there have direction with been some indications increased the state is moving student slots. toward providing more funding for allday programs, it’s unlikely that money will be available during the current economic climate. The state currently provides funding for only a half-day of kindergarten classes. In the interim, the district plans to continue to charge parents who want their children in a full-day kindergarten

class. The per-child cost for the 200809 school year is about $2,600 — less than half the initial estimated cost. Scholarships are available for families who need them, but those scholarships are provided through subsidies from non-scholarship families. Although the per-day cost for sending a student to all-day kindergarten is significantly less than what most local child care centers charge, charging for public education runs counter to a system predicated on providing fair and equal footing for all children, regardless of their socioeconomic background. As we’ve said before, if the Steamboat Springs community believes strongly in a full-day kindergarten program, it should find a way to fund it with existing district revenues. The South Routt School District has done precisely that for a number of years. There’s certainly research and studies that point to the developmental and educational benefits of immersing kindergarten-age students in fullday programs. Superintendent Shalee

Cunningham said Tuesday that such programs are an effective option for many, if not most, young students. She also said the district’s decision to add an additional all-day kindergarten class at Strawberry Park and Soda Creek elementary schools for the 2009-10 school year is a reflection of that belief. The increased slots mean there will be only one half-day kindergarten class at each school. Cunningham said the district could move to an almost exclusively all-day kindergarten model by the 2010-11 school year but that such a decision won’t be made until the district can survey parents and determine remaining interest in the half-day program. We’re pleased to see the district moving in that direction, because we ultimately believe it will benefit local children and families. And if there’s a shared belief among educators and the community that all-day kindergarten is the ideal model for our public school system, then we should show that commitment by funding it from the district’s general operating budget.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A spending problem

I find it ironic that some members of our community call for a property tax most loudly during a time of economic struggle. In my view, our local municipal government does not have a revenue problem; it has a historic overspending problem. We have an unfortunate history of spending more than we collect, even when revenue collections far exceed projections. While it is true that monies collected from taxpayers should be reinvested back into the community to benefit taxpayers, responsible government leaders should be saving some of the excess revenue during economic ups so that core services are not jeopardized during inevitable economic downs.

MALLARD FILLMORE

If this community wants to evaluate its taxing structure to determine if there are options, or a combination of options, that are less regressive or more diversified, I will be part of that effort, but looking for a source of revenue that is “stable” during all types of economic crises is a fruitless effort. All financial systems and the methods of taxation tied to those financial systems are subject to highs and lows and should be expected. “Stability” is a myth. It is responsible spending, during good times and bad, and saving for the proverbial rainy day that will give us a stable and reliable government in the long term. Local government’s response to a decrease in revenue should not be to attempt to extract more money from its

community. We should expect that our local government leaders remember the lessons of recession and when recovery occurs have the foresight to prepare for the next financial downturn. I am confident that if city leaders maintain a longterm focus on core services and do not revert to historic overspending, we will have a city government with the ability to provide services in economic ups and downs without resorting to crisis modes of operation.

Cari Hermacinski

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North Korea tests Obama What’s going on in Kim Jong Il’s unpredictable brain? We know that North Korea’s “Dear Leader” is a passionate film buff who directs some of his own propaganda movies. Maybe that helps to explain the peculiar theatrics of his recent satellite missile dud. Some of us are old enough to Page remember how the Russians back in the Cold War days waited until they had successfully launched a satellite before they announced it to the world. That way, we didn’t know how many of their attempts had fizzled. Kim’s regime is different. In defiance of a UN Security Council they launch a missile they say is carrying a satellite

over Japan. When it falls into the ocean way short of anything like an orbit, North Korea’s news media dutifully announce that the satellite is successfully in orbit, beaming back patriotic music, though this country’s technology doesn’t see or hear a thing up there. Because the intensely secret North Korea has been known in the past to fire first and announce later, this time the Dear Leader’s advance publicity tells us that he cares less about achieving orbit than grabbing attention. On that he succeeded, especially with those who regard any North Korean missile that can reach the United States as tantamount to one that’s about to be fired at the United States. So, how best to handle Kim? Were it not for his nukes and his penchant for selling weapons technology to other country, he would be easier to ignore. He

wants our attention. He succeeded with a missile launch that upstaged Obama’s European trip and a keynote foreign-policy speech in Prague that called for “a world without nuclear weapons” and a new series of armscontrol negotiations with Russia. Like the spurned homicidal lover in “Fatal Attraction,” Kim will not be ignored. He may have another movie in mind with his missile adventure: “Wag the Dog,” in which a US president fakes a war to cover-up a sex scandal. Kim has faked a satellite launch, perhaps to cover-up his shaky future. Although we immediately think his missile launch is all about us, Kim’s gesture is aimed just as much at domestic consumption at a time of growing concern about his health problems and lack of an established successor after the Dear Leader’s days are over.

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Steamboat Springs Orchestra professional Letters continued from 8

Orchestra is great It’s true. There are many organizations or entities in Steamboat we can support or with which we can get involved, and as a result we feel more satisfied as humans. But to my way of thinking, there is nothing that stirs my heart and soul like a musical performance that is well-executed and, in this case, well-

played. I speak about our own Steamboat Springs Orchestra, under the direction of Ernest Richardson. Sunday’s performance of Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony was stellar, and John Williams and the Boston Pops could not have played it better. So it is high time we thank Ernest, the Steamboat Springs Orchestra musicians, and Bonnie McGee and the board for their talent, time and commitment in providing Steamboat with so

many soul-stirring concerts this year. For those of you who have missed the Orchestra concerts, you have “missed the boat,” as they say. We are the one and only ski area in America with a professional orchestra. And make no mistake, this orchestra is indeed professional. Many thanks, Ernest, for your vision and love of music.

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Meadows Parking Lot closed through Friday

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The Meadows Parking Lot has been closed this week and will reopen Friday morning, a Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. spokeswoman said. Shuttles will not run from the lot to the Gondola Transit Center until it reopens, Loryn Kasten said. The free parking lot is on Pine Grove Road east of Mount Werner Road. It will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, for closing weekend at Steamboat Ski Area. “It’s a decision based on the traffic we’re seeing this time of

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MONDAY, APRIL 6 2:12 a.m. Routt County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a car crash where a pickup truck had hit a guardrail. The crash was in Grand County and deputies turned the incident over to local law enforcement. 3:13 a.m. Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue emergency responders and Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to an ambulance request in on the 300 block of Pine Street. Paramedics transported an 83-year-old male reporting chest pain to Yampa Valley Medical Center. 9:46 a.m. Deputies were called to a report of threats in Oak Creek where a man reportedly sent text messages to a woman, threatening to kidnap two South Routt children. Deputies are continuing the investigation. An investigator said the man likely was out of state throughout the incident. 12:38 p.m. Police arrested a 48-year-old

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p.m. Saturday, April 11, at Old West Steak House in Steamboat Springs. The restaurant will donate 50 percent of all proceeds to Thomas’ family to help cover funeral expenses. Thomas, a Steamboat Springs resident, died March 1. His mother is an employee at Old West Steak House.

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Steamboat Springs woman on a warrant in the 1300 block of Dream Island Plaza. 12:53 p.m. Police were called to a report of vandalism in the 1100 block of South Lincoln Avenue where a car windshield was broken. Police discovered that a 38pound rubber band ball apparently had been pushed down Ramada Inn Drive and struck the windshield of the car. Police took the rubber band ball into evidence. The investigation is ongoing. 2:37 p.m. Deputies were called to an animal complaint at County Road 27 and Trout Creek where sheep were on the road. Deputies helped corral the sheep back into a pen. 3:33 p.m. Deputies were called to a one-vehicle, noninjury crash on Colorado Highway 131 between Phippsburg and Yampa, where a truck had run off the road. The incident was turned over to Colorado State Patrol troopers. 3:41 p.m. Deputies were called to a report of threats in Steamboat Springs where a teacher reported being verbally abused. 5:39 p.m. Police were called to a disturbance at the One Steamboat Place

Crime Stoppers If you have information about any unsolved crime, call Routt County Crime Stoppers at 870-6226. You will remain anonymous and could earn a cash reward.

construction site where a construction worker reportedly was intoxicated on the job. The worker reportedly kicked in a door before leaving the site. Officers contacted the man as he walked near the road and took him to detox at Routt County Jail. Officers issued the man a trespassing warning and a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia. 6:57 p.m. Police were called to a report of animal bites on Medicine Springs Drive. 7:10 p.m. Police were called to a report of a hit and run in the 2300 block of Mount Werner Circle. 9:53 p.m. Deputies arrested a 21-yearold Steamboat Springs man on suspicion of driving under the influence, DUI per se and speeding following a traffic stop at Amethyst Drive and C.R. 36.

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Tuesday night’s Cash 5 numbers: 3-6-8-15-17 Drawings held Monday through Saturday

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Fundraiser Saturday for Stephen Thomas’ family

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year,” Kasten said. She noted that it did open later in the day Tuesday and that it could open again if demand is high enough. Free shuttles normally run from the lot to the ski area from 7:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., she said. The free Knoll Parking Lot on Mount Werner Circle will remain open. Kasten encouraged skiers and riders to use that lot, use free city transportation or carpool.

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I’m going to dust kitchen for fingerprints �� “Did you make this?” (A fair question, because he has sampled more than his fair share of my cooking.) “Nope.” “It’s you,” he said definitively. “You must be sleepwalking. Or a complete stranger entered the house and left his/her calling card.” OK, another 3-by-5 card. I haven’t solved the mystery yet, but when I do, I’ll let you know. In the meantime, I’m going to dust for fingerprints and set a trap for the poltergeist.

Monger: I think we’re very happy with it Courthouse continued from 2 a less competitive bid market and reduced the project’s contingency budget. Winter said contractor Holmquist-Lorenz Construction was not responsible for any of the overages. “They did a really excellent job,” Winter said. “They were a very good contractor to work with.” County officials said it made sense to go over budget to cover all their bases at one time and complete all anticipated mainte-

nance for the next 10 to 15 years. “It was a good time to invest in it, even though it cost us more on the budget,” County Commissioner Doug Monger said. “We basically have a refurbished structure all the way through the whole thing.” Monger said the county achieved all its goals with the project, which included consolidating county employees at the downtown campus and preserving the historic courthouse while also converting it into an efficient and usable work space.

“I think we’re very happy with it,” Monger said. “It brings a historic building into a fully functional facility.” Mitsch Bush said the remodel will save taxpayers money in the county’s operational budget through energy savings and enhanced worker productivity. Winter said the remodeled courthouse and annex are using about 20 percent less natural gas than before the work. Winter said he would have additional information on energy performance later this year.

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Suspect No. 2: Innocent by virtue of the fact he can’t operate the oven. I discarded his 3by-5 card. ■ Suspect No. 3: the dog. I showed her the casserole dish, and she hightailed it for the closet. Suspect No. 3: Innocent! I discarded her 3-by-5 card. ■ Suspect No. 4: World’s Greatest Boyfriend (aka the late-night snack attacker). Questioning him would require the utmost skill, finesse

and perhaps a little reverse psychology. In my mind, he was the prime suspect. As soon as dinner is over and the kitchen has been cleaned up, he starts his serious snacking. Popcorn, cereal, cheese and crackers are all fairly common, a brownie sandwich, well … not typical, but he is a pretty creative guy. “What’s that smell?” “Beats me.” “What is that?” he asked, pointing at the casserole dish. “Breakfast,” I said brightly. “Add skim milk — it might loosen up a little.”

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El condado opta por recorte salarial Oficiales electos divididos acerca de participación voluntaria

La Junta Directiva de Comisionados del Condado de Routt aprobó un recorte de salarios de emergencia del 10 por ciento de los empleados del condado en ��

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una audiencia larga y exaltada el miércoles. Más de 80 empleados del condado — desde los empleados que remueven la nieve hasta los empleados que miran por el cuidado de los niños — llenaron la sala de audiencias de la nueva corte remodelada del Condado de Routt y dieron de puñetazos con sus observaciones a los comisionados, quien unánimemente aprobaron y citaron la necesidad de una acción significante e inmediata para confrontar los $4.9 millones de déficit en el presupuesto del 2009. “La falta de aviso en este tema en particular es muy frustrante para mí,” dijo empleado de Comunicaciones del Condado de Routt Erik Foster, hablando acerca del hecho que a los empleados solo les dieron un día de aviso acerca de la audiencia especial del miércoles.

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ha ido creciendo por los años,” dijo Wall. Los comisionados, sin embargo, dieron a conocer que retrasar la decisión reduciría los ahorros anticipados del recorte de salarios de $61,808 cada periodo de paga de dos semanas. La comisionada Diane Mistch Busch contrarrestó el argumento de Wall y dijo que serían “los mejores $60,000 gastados,” diciendo que el dinero podría usarse para salvar uno o dos trabajos más tarde en el año. “Esto nos habría forzado a que despidamos y es lo que queremos prevenir,” dijo Mitsch Bush. “Hemos resistido esta decisión por mucho tiempo, y no fue una decisión que viniera ligeramente… Estamos en una crisis financiera muy, muy significante.” Los recortes fueron aprobados el miércoles y se verán reflejados en los cheques de los empleados el 15 de Abril. Con esta medida se espera que se ahorre cerca de $1.05 millones este año. “Éste no es el único paso,” dijo la Comisionada Nancy Stahoviak. “Éste es un paso que podemos tomar hoy para parar lo que yo llamo la hemorragia que es lo que es… Estamos

esperando que lo que hacemos hoy día sea una situación muy temporal, pero no sabemos.” Otras opciones todavía están en la mesa para consideración en el futuro que incluye eliminar algunos de los 285 trabajos a tiempo completo existentes en el condado. De acuerdo al documento usado durante la reunión del viernes, la eliminación de 19 posiciones reduciría los gastos de personal del condado solo por $695,400. “Yo creo que la pregunta que está en la mente de todos es, ‘¿Seré yo y cuando?’ Eso es lo que está matando la moral del Condado de Routt ahora,” dijo Heather McLaughlin, ingeniera senior del Departamento de Carreteras y Puentes del Condado de Routt.

Oficiales Electos Oficiales electos del Condado de Routt fueron entrevistados el miércoles y estuvieron divididos entre participar voluntariamente en los cortes. Los oficiales electos no fueron afectados por la resolución adoptada el miércoles porque sus salarios están determinados por la legislatura del estado y no pueden cambiar hasta que termine su periodo en la oficina.

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“No necesitamos ser tratados como niños, pero creo que es importante que se comuniquen con nosotros.” Otra queja expresada el miércoles fue que los recortes no están siendo llevados en proporción con las horas trabajadas, que es un enfoque que la ciudad de Steamboat Springs tomó este año. “Nuestras familias están sufriendo,” dijo Carolyn Gibson, del Departamento de Servicios Humanos del Condado de Routt. “Si tuviéramos la oportunidad de tener trabajos adicionales, todavía podríamos mantener a nuestras familias.” Los comisionados corrigieron la resolución para poder evaluar otras opciones durante las próximas semanas, incluyendo un plan de transición para dar permiso de ausencia los viernes, sugerido por los empleados de la Oficina de Empleados Administrativos y Registradores. El sheriff Gary Wall sugirió que los comisionados tomen los comentarios y sugerencias de los empleados a pecho y retrasen la decisión de los recortes de salarios por un tiempo provisional. “Si pasan un resolución hoy día… van a eliminar mucha de la lealtad de sus empleados que

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Wednesday, April 8, 2009

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Discover how local partnerships benefit your bottom line

Stop for a moment and try this easy buy local exercise: Stretch both hands out in front of you, fingers wide. Now, tally-up the number of local businesses that you depend on to operate your company. Who do you depend on locally to run your day-to-day operations? What businesses do you enlist when you are in a pinch? For most businesses in this area, those ten fingers most likely fill up with local businesses here in the Yampa Valley. When businesses account for all the people and establishments they depend on for everything from local food suppliers to personalized consulting services, it becomes clear that no business works alone. Here in Steamboat Springs, it’s understood each business can’t survive independently. What makes our local economy special is that Steamboat is a community of partnerships, not just relationships. Partnerships are collaborations that encompass themes of teamwork and unity. When businesses form partnerships with one another, there is a level of commitment, establishment and trust involved. These factors allow businesses to collaborate and create networks that benefit all parties. Like most other communities, businesses in Northwest Colorado need other businesses in order to be successful. The foundation for a thriving local business environment is building strong partnerships within the community. Steamboat Springs business owner Delisa Laterzo, President of Touchstone Promotions (formerly Adventures in Advertising) takes a clear position when discussing partnerships within her business. “Our philosophy is to do business with other local businesses,” noted Laterzo. “It is so easy to do business here in town. Not only is it easy, but you might surprise yourself by meeting a new friend, creating a local busi-

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Buy locally • Businesses support other businesses by buying products and services locally. • Refer customers to fellow local businesses to keep dollars in town. • Know what your competition has to offer and support each other when you can. • Strive for Five — Try to move 5 percent of your out-of-town purchases to local ones. • Recommend and talk favorably about other businesses as often as possible!

ness connection, opening the door to future business opportunities and establishing a sense of belonging and community by supporting another local business.” Laterzo also emphasized that building partnerships within the Steamboat business community is a great reason to buy locally. “By opening up new avenues and new business opportunities with partnerships you are strengthening Steamboat Springs,” Laterzo stressed. “Buying local and building partnerships; it is just good business.” Tom Ptach, owner of Pilot Office Outfitters, shares similar views about buying locally and building partnerships. “When running a small business here in town, profits aren’t always our number one motivator,” says Ptach. “Of course making a profit is important, but we also have an emotional attachment to the community, our employees and the local environment. Our company has a vested interest in the welfare of this community. By buying locally, we are directly supporting these aspects of Steamboat Springs.” Ptach also notes that, “Creating business partnerships keeps us looking out for each other and encourages us to do business with those who are doing business with us.” Another important part of the Chamber’s Buy Local campaign, relating specifically to the Build Partnerships theme is the concept of Strive for Five. The philosophy behind Strive for Five is quite simple and is

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Tom Ptach, owner of Pilot Office Outfitters, exemplifies the idea of “Buy Local. Build Partnerships.” Ptach, a small business owner, understands the importantance of buying locally and how community partnerships affect his business.

something everyone can get involved with. This motto challenges consumers to make 5 percent more of their out-oftown purchases into local purchases. “The Strive for Five idea relates directly to local businesses building partnerships,” says Tracy Barnett, Program Manager for MainStreet Steamboat Springs. “When locals make a concerted effort to make at least 5 percent more of our purchases in town, those dollars will continue to circulate throughout our community.” Barnett went on to parallel the Strive for Five concept with why businesses should buy locally. “If your company buys from another local company, they will tend to return the favor and buy from you. The whole idea is to create a circle of partnerships; this is all a great example of what goes around comes around and partnerships coming full circle.”

Part of the buy local, build partnerships theme is simple act of business referrals. Make an effort to refer your neighbor businesses as being an extension to your own offerings. Know what your competition has to offer, and if you don’t have something, make sure to send that customer to another business within the community. Remember, we all are in this together. The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association, in partnership with a dedicated group of local business owners, launched the Buy Local campaign in hopes of bringing attention to the importance of supporting local commerce, especially in a tough economic environment. Whether you are a local business owner or a simply a concerned consumer, it is easy to see how buying locally and fostering community partnerships can make a big difference.

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Sales tax is city’s main source of revenue Sales tax continued from 1 more than 19 percent. February’s decrease was the largest since the economy started faltering. January sales tax collections were off 13.5 percent compared with the previous year, December’s were down 9.1 percent, November’s were down 8.8 percent, October’s were down 4.3 percent and September’s were down 3.8 percent. A global economic crisis and slipping visitor numbers have paved the way for the declining revenue. “It’s what we’ve been expecting all along is to see these large decreases,” Weber said. “Of course, no one’s happy about it. It’s what we’ve been trying to plan for and budget for.” That planning and budgeting

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Vacationers enjoying one last weekend of spring skiing flocked to the deck of the Bear River Bar & Grill on Tuesday afternoon. Sales tax collections in Steamboat Springs for February were nearly 20 percent lower than February 2008 numbers.

has included decreased hours for city employees and cuts across departments. Sales tax is the main source of revenue for Steamboat. The city divides its sales tax revenue reports into categories and areas. The categories are miscellaneous retail, lodging, sporting goods, utilities, restaurants and liquor stores. Collections decreased across the board, though they were only 0.9 percent lower for utilities. Lodging took the biggest hit, taking in 28.4 percent less than in February 2008. Katy Martin is the sales and marketing director for ResortQuest, which runs properties including Trappeur’s Crossing Resort. Visitors have been bargain-hunting this season, she said. “We definitely have had to offer some very good deals that are bigger discounts than we traditionally offer to be able to close the sale,” Martin said. Her company and others have combined that with “value add” programs that include free upgrades, for example. If tourists are paying less, that means less sales tax revenue. The sales tax figures also suggest that visitors are spending less at restaurants and retail outlets. “It’s interesting that it’s affected all of Steamboat, because once people get here, they tend to get in vacation mode and go out and buy those things. … Everyone is penny pinching right now,” Martin said. The sales tax collections also are split into town, mountain, U.S. Highway 40 corridor, regional and western Steamboat figures. February numbers were down for all categories. U.S. 40 and the region saw decreases of less than 10 percent, and the mountain and western Steamboat each saw decreases of 28.7 percent. “We’re still surprised to see west Steamboat down equally, percentage wise, as much as the mountain,” Weber said.

By the numbers City sales tax collections for February 2009, compared with February 2008 Total: $1,752,444, 19.6 percent decrease 2009 through February: $3,642,362, 16.2 percent decrease ■ By category Miscellaneous retail: $604,246, 17.2 percent decrease Lodging: $457,949, 28.4 percent decrease Sporting goods: $143,553, 26 percent decrease Utilities: $195,444, 0.9 percent decrease Restaurants: $294,088, 17.6 percent decrease Liquor stores: $57,164, 9.8 percent decrease ■ By region Town: $256,509, 19.2 percent decrease Mountain — combined: $631,635, 28.7 percent decrease U.S. Highway 40 corridor: $549,938, 8.1 percent decrease Regional: $201,088, 8.8 percent decrease West Steamboat: $113,274, 28.7 percent decrease

That suggests that the decrease in sales tax collections isn’t solely a result of less tourist money. Western Steamboat caters primarily to locals, Weber said. She did note, however, that many construction-related businesses are located in that part of town, and the construction industry has slowed. Downtown Steamboat saw a sales tax collection decrease of 19.2 percent. Weber attributed that to two factors. “You have a multitude of different types of stores, restaurants, liquor stores that are included in town, and so it is a combination of the visitors and locals,” Weber said. “But I think with maybe some of the redevelopment on the mountain that it’s pushing some of the visitors to the downtown area a little bit more.” Returns were due March 20, and Tuesday’s numbers represent returns that came in through Friday, she said. Weber’s department has been pushing to get figures out earlier to help the city plan its budget.

Moffat hopes to avoid debt Collin Smith

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When NCTelecom filed for bankruptcy about 3 1/2 years ago, Moffat County stood to lose $759,255 of the $1.2 million it paid to the company for prepaid broadband services. Moffat County Commission members said during Tuesday’s regular meeting they were pleased to learn that a deal has been submitted to U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Denver that would leave the

county’s interests intact. According to Don Allen, whose Denver law firm was retained in 2005 to represent Moffat County in the case, UBET Wireless and Tri-State Generation & Transmission will split purchase of NCTelecom’s local interests. Under the terms, UBET will honor every part of the county’s contract for broadband services. Nothing, including monthly charges, will change. UBET also will pay the full amount of back property taxes accumulated by NCTelecom dur-

Market to determine need Development continued from 6 proposal involving a transfer of development rights. “This is not the only one,” Ryan said. “We’re working with (Adams) and one or two other large ranch owners on another project.” Hoj concurrently is drafting voluntary transfer of development rights regulations that would formalize and broaden the county process. Attorney Bob Weiss, who

represented Alpine Mountain Ranch in the Thorpe Mountain deal, predicted that ultimately, the real estate market will determine how widespread the transfer process becomes in the Yampa Valley. Unless a developer sees the potential for substantial gain, there won’t be adequate incentive to purchase the development rights off another property, Weiss said. — To reach Tom Ross, call 871-4205 or e-mail tross@steamboatpilot.com

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ing its bankruptcy, totaling about $60,000. Tri-State’s part of the acquisition secured 14 strands of broadband fiber for internal communications, which will not affect the county. The deal is not final, County Attorney Kathleen Taylor said. UBET and Tri-State plan to present their agreement to a judge April 14, who then can approve or deny the terms. If the judge approves them, an effective date will be set for the terms to begin.

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Craig City Council decided Results are in for Tuesday’s election in Moffat County Collin Smith

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Upon hearing that she won her first bid for public office, Craig City Councilor-elect Jennifer Riley’s voice was calm, but the tears in her eyes betrayed her excitement. “I feel like it’s going to be a fun challenge,” she said about her impending fouryear council term. “I’m ready to help everyone do a Riley great job.” She and three other candidates gathered Tuesday night at the Moffat County Courthouse to hear the results of the 2009 Craig city election, which was held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Centennial Mall. Riley tied with Gene Bilodeau — who has served on the council since being appointed in February 2008 to fill a vacancy created by Rod

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in early 2008, the Craig City Charter required the council to appoint someone to fill his seat until the next municipal election. Whoever was elected to Compton’s seat Tuesday can only serve the remainder of his term, which ends in 2011. “I would just like to thank everyone who took time to trust me with their vote again,” Willems said. “I would like to congratulate my fellow councilmen for being re-elected. It is nice to see some serious interest in our City Council, and a special welcome to Jennifer Riley. In closing, I would also like to thank Joe Bird and Francisco Reina for their attempt. We always need more citizen involvement.” Hopefuls Joe Bird, 355 votes, and Francisco Reina, 105 votes, did not collect enough votes to earn council seats but congratulated each of the winners with a handshake and pats on the back.

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Compton’s resignation — for the most total votes among council candidates. Both received 497 votes each, or 21 percent. Incumbent candidate Terry Carwile garnered the next highest vote total in the council race, 484 votes, or 20.5 percent. “I am deeply gratified that the community has expressed its confidence by electing me to a second four-year term on City Council,” Carwile said. “I look forward to helping our community grow in an orderly fashion, maintain a stable financial position and address the challenges that will undoubtedly present themselves as we advance into the future.” Incumbent Byron Willems received the fourth highest vote total for City Council — with 429 votes, or 18.1 percent — which entitles him to a two-year term. Because of Compton’s decision to vacate his seat

It’s noon Tuesday, Election Day, when Craig Mayor Don Jones walks into JW Snacks for lunch. He orders a blackened catfish sandwich, fries and iced tea, and settles in for a conversation. This could be any other day for the 56-year-old, longtime Craig resident, or at least any other mayoral election. The polls at Centennial Mall opened five hours earlier, and within minutes the unopposed

Jones likely secured his third consecutive term as the city’s lead public servant. There will be no Election Day drama or suspense, and the mayor has no problems with that. “I think people have, I guess, respect enough and trust enough that I’m going to do a good job,” he said, between sips of his tea. Hours later, when the final tallies were reported, the mayor found himself with 574 votes, or 100 percent of the total votes cast for mayor. Jones and other election winners — four council candidates also were cho-

sen Tuesday — will officially be sworn into office April 14. At the end of his new term, Jones will have given 16 years of public office to the city. However, despite the time commitment the job requires and the small financial rewards it offers, he said he didn’t have to think long when deciding whether to run again for mayor. “A lot of times, when you put that many years in, you get burned out, tired,” Jones said. “I still enjoy it. I still have fun. As long as you’re having fun, and enjoying it and still doing a good job, why not continue?”

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Aspen’s elected officials took a $200,000 gamble Monday by giving additional money to the Aspen Chamber Resort Association to increase marketing efforts to boost summer business. The Aspen City Council voted unanimously to give the additional funds to ACRA, which already receives about $615,000 a year from the city — revenue generated by a 1 percent lodging tax. Julia Theisen, ACRA’s vice president of sales and marketing, said the marketing plan will be geared toward value-based guests. Specific audiences will be targeted through direct mailing and e-mail blasts to families, adventure seekers, arts and culture enthusiasts, and those interested in spa and golf getaways. The key message in all of the promotions is that Aspen can be affordable and there are plenty of activities that are free or nearly free. Deep discounts will be offered by local businesses and lodges that participate in the collaborative effort, ACRA officials said. Those will come in the form of the “Aspen Summer Card,” a discount card that can be used at participating businesses, and a “Pass It On” promotion in which Wednesdays will offer 50 percent off at lodges, restaurants and retailers. ACRA officials also plan to host a complimentary weekend in June for between 60 and 80 tourism officials from state welcome centers so they can spread the message of what Aspen has to offer. Marketing officials also plan to reach out to AAA offices so officials there can tout Aspen as a summer destination for the drive market. Databases of travelers from other regions will be purchased, and ACRA representatives will pitch stories to TV affiliates in target cities across the country. “There’s a lot of great stories geared toward affordable Aspen,” Theisen said, adding the unique aspect of the summer marketing plan is that dozens of local businesses are participating and collaborating with ACRA.

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Eagle considers big box store Town’s consultant: Financial projections are in ‘good faith’ Edward Stoner VAIL DAILY

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Town officials and consultants say Eagle would get a good financial deal out of the Eagle River Station project. Critics of the $346 million project, which would bring a Target to Eagle, say they’re still not sure. The complex would include dozens of stores as well as hundreds of homes and a hotel. It would be built on 88 acres on the eastern end of town, south of Interstate 70. The developer, Trinity RED Eagle Development, based out of Colorado, Missouri and Arizona, said the town of Eagle would get about $2.5 million in sales-tax revenue until the bonds are paid off, which will take as long as 25 years. After that, they would get $8 million to $8.5 million per year in sales tax per year. The deal also would use tax money produced by the project to build $62.5 million in infrastructure, including a new Interstate 70 interchange east of town, two new roundabouts, a new water storage tank, sewer upgrades, $5 million to improve the town’s water system The town also would get millions in one-time fees, including construction use taxes and impact fees. Consultant Arne Ray, of Ray Real Estate Services, said the developer’s estimates seem to be in “good faith.” Ray, who said he has analyzed about 50 different retail projects during the past 20 years, was hired by the town to examine the financial aspects of the proposal and to ensure that the town’s interests would be protected. “If the town proceeds anywhere close to what’s been proposed, it will be financially benefi-

cial to the town,” Ray said. In some ways, the deal is more attractive than other development deals between municipalities and developers, Ray said. Ray said it’s reasonable to expect a 10.4 percent rate of return for projects of this scope or size. The developer’s planned rate of return is lower than what’s typical for projects of this scope and risk, Ray said. In addition, 18 percent of the cost would come from public funds, whereas comparable projects often use 40 percent or more, Ray said. Also, under the deal, a metropolitan district, not the town, would be on the hook for the project’s debt. Eagle would not have to worry about defaulting on loans, which could deliver a devastating blow to the town’s ability to secure bonds in the future. “This is the most preferred structure of any to protect the town,” Ray said.

Will it fill up? Critics zero in on the developer’s occupancy projections, wondering whether the mall can achieve the 95 percent that the company expects. That occupancy rate would be critical to ensuring the tax revenue that the developer promises. The company’s projections of $2.5 million per year have “no substantiation whatsoever,” said Jan Rosenthal-Townsend, an Eagle businesswoman who opposes the proposal. “That kind of sales projection and occupancy won’t happen in these economic times,” she said. Rosenthal-Townsend added that the company hasn’t updated its projections in light of the recent deterioration of the economy. The developer said it expects 95 percent occupancy at the project, while its best-case sce-

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By the numbers What Eagle would get ■ $62.5 million in public infrastructure, including a new Interstate 70 interchange, two new roundabouts, sewer lines, roads and a new water storage tank. ■ The money collected from the town’s 4 percent sales tax would go toward paying off the $62.5 million in public infrastructure. Bonds would have to be paid off within 25 years. ■ A 1.3 percent “public improvement fee” would be tacked on to purchases at the shopping center. That money would go to the town, generating about $2.5 million per year. ■ About $3.5 million in real-estate transfer fees would be generated for the town on initial home purchases. ■ The town would get $17.5 million in up-front fees, such as use taxes and water fees.

nario is 100 percent occupancy. RED Development’s shopping centers that had been open for a year, which include sites in Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Kansas City, Kan., operated at 91 percent occupancy in 2008. “Those numbers are lower than what we would typically expect because we’re in a very difficult economic cycle now,” said Mike Hans, development manager for RED Development. “Given that the country is in a very difficult economic cycle now and tenants are closing stores at a much more rapid pace, occupancy levels today are depressed over what you would typically expect to see.” The project, now slated to begin in spring 2010, wouldn’t start until the economy “turns the corner” toward improvement, Hans said. Hans said 50 percent occupancy would be an “absolute disaster” and something he “can’t even imagine” but that the town would still realize more than $1.25 million in sales tax revenue per year.

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American school children need to be in school more — way more — if the nation is to compete with students abroad, the nation’s top educator said Tuesday. Education Secretary Arne Duncan said American schools should be open six days a week, at least 11 months a year, to Duncan improve student performance. “Go ahead and boo me,” Duncan told about 400 middle and high school students at a public school in northeast Denver. “I fundamentally think that our school day is too short, our school week is too short and our school year is too short.” “You’re competing for jobs with kids from India and China. I think schools should be open six, seven days a week; eleven, twelve months a year,” Duncan said. Instead of boos, Duncan’s remark got an unsurprising response from the teenage assembly — bored stares. But the former Chicago schools superintendent went on to talk about school reforms he thinks are coming from the Obama administration. Duncan praised Denver schools for allowing schools to apply for almost complete autonomy — which allows them to waive union contracts so teachers can stay for after-school tutoring or Saturday school. Duncan also applauded Denver’s pay-for-performace teacher pay system, a scheme that some Democrats and teachers’ groups oppose. In visits to two schools Tuesday, Duncan quizzed school administrators about Denver’s reforms, including the pay system, longer hours and waiving tenure rights for new hires. “Talent matters tremendously. ... It’s important that great teachers get paid more,” Duncan said.

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Reform goal is August Congresswoman: No single-payer health care Judith Kohler

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Colorado congresswoman Diana DeGette says there’s momentum to reform health care and the goal is to produce a bill by August, but it likely won’t be a single-payer, government-run system. The Denver Democrat told a large crowd Tuesday of the Denver City Club, a civic organizaDeGette tion, that the consensus is not whether, but how, to reform the country’s health care system. DeGette was health care adviser for Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign. DeGette said the goal is clear: Quality, affordable health care for every American. Nearly a century after President Theodore Roosevelt called for universal health care, DeGette said, 47 million Americans don’t have health insurance. “It’s a sad truth that the United States is the only industrialized nation in the Western World that does not guarantee health care for its citizens,” said DeGette, the senior member of Colorado’s congressional delegation. A Tuesday report by Families USA, a national advocacy group for health care reform, said 1.4 million Coloradans were uninsured at some point in 2007-08. The report said nearly 77 percent of them didn’t have coverage for at least six months during the two-year period. DeGette called the numbers of uninsured morally unacceptable and financially unsustainable. As vice chairwoman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, DeGette has been asked to bring different interests to the bargaining table. But she took aim at those she called “fearmongers” who warn about a government-run system. “Actually, some people here might support it, but I’m here to tell you that socialized medicine is not coming to America,” DeGette said.

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SunPower said Tuesday it will build a 17-megawatt solar plant in southern Colorado and sell the power generated to Xcel Energy. It is the latest in a handful of agreements announced by solar energy manufacturers and utilities as more states adopt standards requiring a percentage of electricity to be produced from renewable resources. The plant will be built on a parcel near a SunEdison 8.2megawatt plant in the Alamosa area about 160 miles south of Denver near the ColoradoNew Mexico border, SunPower said. San Jose, Calif.-based SunPower plans to hire about 200 workers for the construction phase and said the plant will be the second-largest high-efficiency solar PV power plant in North America when completed in 2010. Xcel put a bid out for solar

power last year to help meet a Colorado mandate requiring it to produce 20 percent of its electricity from renewable resources by 2020. Xcel currently produces about 10 percent from solar, wind and other renewable resources, spokesman Mark Stutz said. Financial terms of the lease agreement with SunPower were not disclosed. Last week, First Solar completed its purchase of unfinished photovoltaic projects from OptiSolar and said it would issue 3 million shares, or dilution of about 3.5 percent for current shares, to finance the deal. Tempe, Ariz.-based First Solar agreed to pay about $400 million in stock for the assets. In February, San Franciscobased Pacific Gas and Electric said it will develop a series of photovoltaic projects in its northern and central California service areas to generate up to 500 megawatts of electricity, about 1.3 percent of its overall demand.

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2008 pay package down 16 percent from 2007 compensation Deborah Jian Lee THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Xcel Energy’s Chief Executive Richard Kelly received a pay package worth $4.9 million in 2008, down 16 percent from the year-ago payout, according to an Associated Press calculation of figures disclosed in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission made Monday. The Minneapolis-based utility Xcel Energy gave Kelly a pay package valued at $5.8 million

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It drew strong opposition from lawmakers who say the military needs more land to train soldiers to fight in Iraq and Afghanistan. Rep. Joe Rice, a Democrat from Littleton who served in Iraq, said he trained at Piñon Canyon. He told his colleagues the expansion is desperately needed to train soldiers to defend themselves during long, boring, dusty rides in the des-

erts of the Middle East that can quickly turn into an ambush. Rice said there is not enough land on Fort Carson or its Piñon Canyon site to allow hundreds of vehicles to practice driving in convoys. Rice read off the names of 11 soldiers killed in Iraq in 2003 when their convoy was ambushed and cited an Army report that determined those soldiers might have been saved if they had better training.

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Most killers’ guns were legal Nearly all shooters in past month’s mass murders had permits THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

They had more in common than unleashing carnage — nearly every gunman in this monthlong series of mass killings was legally entitled to fire his weapons. So what does that say about the state of gun control laws in this country? One thing appears certain: the regulations aren’t getting stricter. Many recent efforts to change weapons laws have been about easing them. Despite eight rampages that have claimed 57 lives since March 10, “it hasn’t sparked

any national goal to deal with this epidemic. In fact, it’s going the other way,” said Scott Vogel, of the Freedom States Alliance, a gun control activist group. Even President Barack Obama has felt that sway. Last month, 65 House Democrats said they would block any attempt to resurrect an expired federal ban against assault weapons. The pro-gun Democrats, led by Rep. Mike Ross, of Arkansas, wrote Attorney General Eric Holder saying they opposed not only a ban on military-style guns, but also efforts “to pass any similar law.”

Gun control issues would only produce “a long and divisive fight,” they said, at a time when Congress should be focused on the roiling economy. A few states are trying to loosen gun restrictions. In the Texas Capitol — where legislators can carry guns — bills easily passed the Senate in recent weeks that would allow employees to bring weapons to work as long as they leave them locked in their cars and let those packing heat off the legal hook if they walked into a bar that didn’t have signs saying guns weren’t allowed inside.

Analysts: Shooter’s letter had classic signs Binghamton mass murderer thought to have seen self as victim William Kates

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BINGHAMTON, N.Y.

A rambling letter from the gunman who killed 13 people at an immigrant community center offers a glimpse inside the mind of an angry, paranoid man who saw himself as a victim and was intent on destroying other lives before he took his own, analysts say. It’s hard to say, though, whether friends or relatives would have noticed the demons that tormented 41-year-old Jiverly

Wong leading up to Friday’s massacre at the American Civic Association. Police have speculated that Wong, who was ethnically Chinese but was from Vietnam, was angry about losing a job and frustrated about his poor English-language skills. Authorities said Tuesday that they have no reason to doubt the letter was written by Wong. It was mailed to Syracuse TV station News 10 Now, complained of supposed harassment by police and grimly foretold of the mass murder.

“We have no reason to believe it’s not (authentic),” Police Chief Joseph Zikuski said. “It’s another piece of evidence in a very complex puzzle that’s going to take us weeks and months to determine what’s going on. It’s going to help us.” A former FBI profiler who reviewed the letter called it a classic rant from a mass murderer. “Everybody is out to get him, and the world is a threatening place,” said Gregg McCrary, who is now an author and consultant based in Fredericksburg, Va.

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The marriage proposal came not over a candlelit dinner or on a scenic mountaintop; instead the couple were surrounded by a throng of gay rights supporters outside the Vermont House chamber. “We haven’t decided who’s going to propose to who yet,” former lawmaker Robert Dostis said as he stood next to his longtime partner, Chuck Kletecka. “But we’ve been together 25 years in September, and I think September 14th would be a nice wedding day.” “Sounds good to me,” Kletecka replied. “I accept.” The exchange came just after the Vermont House narrowly achieved the two-thirds majority necessary to overcome Republican Gov. Jim Douglas’ veto of a gay marriage bill. Vermont was the first state to give gay and lesbian couples legal recognition with its civil unions law in 2000. It jumped to the lead again Tuesday:

White House invites gay families to Easter event WASHINGTON

The White House is allocating tickets for the upcoming Easter Egg Roll to gay and lesbian parents as part of the Obama administration’s outreach to diverse communities. Families say the gesture shows that the new Democratic administration values them as equal to other families. And for many, being included in the annual tradition — dating to 1878 — renews hope that they will have more support in their quest for equal rights in matters such as marriage and adoption

After courts in three other states had legalized gay marriage, Vermont became the first to have its Legislature do so on its own. Bills to allow same-sex marriage are before lawmakers in New Hampshire, Maine, New York and New Jersey. The three other states that allow samesex marriage — Connecticut, Massachusetts and Iowa — moved to do so first through the courts, not their legislatures. “For a popularly elected legislature to make this decision is

than under the previous administration. On Tuesday, gays and lesbians gained another victory when Vermont joined Connecticut, Massachusetts and Iowa in giving gay couples the right to marry. In the District of Columbia, the council voted to recognize gay marriages performed in other states. White House officials said tickets for Monday’s Easter Egg Roll event were distributed to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender organizations, but did not specify how many or to which ones. — The Associated Press

a much more democratic process” because lawmakers have to answer to the voters every other November, said Eric Davis, a retired Middlebury College political science professor. Courts typically deal with arcane points of constitutional law. While legislatures debate some of the same principles, the process may become much more personal. In Vermont, some of the most gripping debate came when gay lawmakers took to the House floor last Thursday and told their own love stories.

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Defense Secretary Robert Gates’ proposed budget, which axes some multibillion-dollar weapons projects, is encountering strong resistance from lawmakers whose districts stand to lose thousands of jobs during a recession. Members of Congress and military analysts said Tuesday that the potential loss of jobs is by far the biggest hurdle the

administration’s plan must overcome as it looks to build support on Capitol Hill, and they expect some concessions. Part of Gates’ proposed $534 billion defense budget represents a shift away from outdated weapon systems conceived in the Cold War to futuristic programs aimed at unconventional foes. Analysts say his challenge is to build support in Congress on those larger issues instead of the parochial interests of individual lawmakers. Defense consultant Jim Mc-

Aleese said Gates will face stiff resistance on his plan to end production of Lockheed Martin Corp.’s F-22 fighter jets because of lawmakers’ fears that union jobs with salaries between $60,000 and $80,000 will be lost. “That will be the job fight,” said McAleese, who anticipates Congress will add 16 more of the planes to the approved total of 187 into the war budget expected Thursday. Otherwise, the majority of Gates’ recommendations should pass, he added.

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Stevens case lawyers probed Nedra Pickler and Matt Apuzzo THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Pumping his fist in triumph, former Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens swapped places with his prosecutors Tuesday, his corruption conviction dismissed and his accusers suddenly facing criminal investigation themselves. It was a stunning turnaround for one of the legendary fighters in Senate hisStevens tory, a man known for a temper that matched his Incredible Hulk neckties. Run out of office after the conviction last October, Stevens gave his long-awaited victory speech in court as a judge wiped away the verdict. The prosecutors, who around this time would normally be arguing for Stevens’ prison sentence, were not in court. Kicked off the case after repeated accusations of withholding evidence, they’re now the subject of a criminal contempt probe. “In nearly 25 years on the bench, I’ve never seen anything approaching the mishandling and misconduct that I’ve seen in this case,” U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan said before taking the extraordinary step

of appointing a prosecutor to and obstruction by the Justice investigate the prosecution. Department team. Schuelke is The unraveling of the case a former prosecutor and vetovershadowed the facts of a eran defense attorney who overtrial in which Stevens was shown saw a Senate Ethics Committee investigation into to have accepted influence-peddling thousands of dol“In nearly 25 years lars in undisclosed allegations against on the bench, I’ve gifts. former New York never seen anything Sen. Alfonse D’The case cost Stevens, 85, a Senate Amato in 1989. approaching the seat he had held for Sullivan said the mishandling and 40 years. Once the misconduct was misconduct that I’ve too serious to be Senate’s longestseen in this case.” serving Republican, left to an internal he narrowly lost to probe by the JusDemocrat Mark tice Department, Emmet Sullivan U.S. district judge Begich soon after which he said the verdict. dragged its feet Now, the case before investigatcould prove career-ending ing. He criticized former for prosecutors in the Justice Attorney General Michael MuDepartment’s public corruption kasey for not responding to complaints: “Shocking, but not unit. “Until recently, my faith in surprising,” Sullivan said. He worried aloud about how the criminal system, particularly the judicial system, was unwav- often prosecutors withhold eviering,” Stevens told the court dence, from Guantanamo Bay Tuesday, his first public com- terrorism cases to public corrupments since Attorney General tion trials. He called on Holder Eric Holder announced he to retrain all prosecutors in the would drop the case. “But what department. some members of the prosecuThe decision to open a crimition team did nearly destroyed nal case raises the question of my faith. Their conduct had whether the prosecutors, who consequences for me that they include top officials in the will never realize and can never department’s public corruption be reversed.” unit, can remain on the job. The Sullivan appointed Washing- investigation carries the threat ton attorney Henry Schuelke to of prison time, fines and disbarinvestigate possible contempt ment.

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Flying unannounced into a still-dangerous war zone, President Barack Obama told U.S. troops and Iraqi officials alike Tuesday it is time to phase out America’s combat role in a conflict he opposed as a candidate and has vowed to end as commander in chief. With violence diminished but hardly disappearing — a car bomb killed eight Iraqis just hours before Obama’s arrival — the president met with Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki and emphasized that “we strongly support” steps to unite political factions, including integrating minority Sunnis into the government and security forces. Iraqis “need to take responsibility for their own country,”

“You have given Iraq the opportunity to stand on its own as a democratic Barack country. Obama That is an U.S. president extraordinary achievement.” Obama told hundreds of cheering soldiers gathered in an ornate, marble palace near Saddam Hussein’s former seat of power. “You have given Iraq the opportunity to stand on its own as a democratic country. That is an extraordinary achievement,” he told some 600 troops, saluting their efforts during six years of American fighting and losses.

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in his lifetime. Raul Castro, added Lee, “said everything was on the table.” Greg Adams, a spokesman at the U.S. Interests Section in Havana, which Washington keeps here instead of an embassy, said he expected the Cuban government to release details during the nightly newscast on state television, though it was not clear whether photos or video of the encounter would be made public. Fidel Castro has not been seen in public since undergoing emergency intestinal surgery in July 2006 and it was his first meeting in several years with American officials. Although he gave up his presidential duties after becoming ill, he remains an influential force in Cuba. Among the last U.S. officials to see him face-to-face were state governors visiting the island separately on farm trade missions in 2005: Dave Heineman, of Nebraska, and Kathleen Blanco, of Louisiana.

“We love you,” someone yelled from the crowd of photosnapping men and women in uniform. “I love you back,” responded the president, repeating a sequence that played out at hundreds of campaign stops on his successful run for the White House last year. Obama met with top U.S. commanders as well as senior Iraqi leaders on a visit of a little more than four hours that was confined to Camp Victory, the largest U.S. military base in a war that began in 2003 and has cost the lives of 4,265 members of the U.S. military. Many thousands more Iraqis have perished. A helicopter flight to the heavily fortified Green Zone a few miles distant was scrapped, but White House aides attributed the change in travel plans to poor weather rather than security concerns. Al-Maliki, appearing alongside Obama after their meeting, told reporters, “We assured the president that all the progress that has been made in the security area will continue.” American commanders told the president the country is experiencing a relatively low level of violence, although the car bomb explosion in a Shiite neighborhood of Baghdad was evidence of a recent resurgence. Obama flew from Turkey, the next-tolast stop on an eight-day itinerary that also included Britain, France, Germany and the Czech Republic.

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Earthquake survivor rescued Firefighters pull woman from wreckage after nearly 2 days L’AQUILA, ITALY

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Although trapped by earthquake rubble for nearly two days, Eleonora Calesini still was alive when a powerful aftershock Tuesday night threatened to bring the world “crashing down on her again.” Somehow, a pair of fallen reinforced concrete pillars had created a survival space for the 20-year-old student. And 90 minutes later, firefighters and police pulled Calesini, in her nightgown, conscious from the wreckage, her rescuers said. When the aftershock hit, “we absolutely had the shivers,” police Lt. Antonio Del Boccio told Sky TG24 TV. “The Earth shook anew and panic struck” just as firefighters crawled in to rescue her. “We feared the worst,” Del Boccio said. “We knew Eleonora was alive. And in that moment, we thought the world would come crashing down on her again.” The first time came at 3:32 a.m. Monday, as fellow students slept in the apartment house where Calesini, studying communications and computer science, rented a place. An earthquake had jolted the medieval town of L’Aquila. As soon as he heard about the

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quake and did not hear from his daughter, Calesini’s father raced from their hometown near Rimini on the Adriatic to this Apennine mountain town. On Tuesday morning, her father spotted an armoire that he recognized in the wreckage of her apartment building, recounted another rescuer, Police Detective Germano Di Cesare. Rescuers then “immediately started clearing out debris, first by hand, then when they realized it was impossible to reach the place, they started using big earth-removal machines,” Di Cesare said. As nightfall drew close, “we had given up any hope” of finding her. Then, a firefighter “sticking his head under the rubble, began to shout, ‘She’s alive! She’s alive!’ because he realized that somehow she was giving some signs of life,” Di Cesare told Sky. “From that moment, it was a race against time, until, at 10 p.m., we succeeded in pulling her out.” It wasn’t clear whether the woman could immediately hear her rescuers because she is hard of hearing, said her grandfather, Renato Calesini, in a telephone interview from her hometown in Mondaini. She normally wears a hearing aid, but it might have been taken out before going to bed. “This girl, in her misfortune, had the good luck of finding herself in a space created by two

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Investors dumped stocks for a second day Tuesday, prolonging a break from a huge fourweek rally as the market girds itself for potentially grim earnings reports. Major market barometers all declined more than 2 percent, including the Dow Jones industrial average, which lost 186 points. Trading volume was low, which can amplify swings

in the market. The selling hit a wide range of industries, from financials to energy, in an otherwise quiet day during a holiday-shortened week. The markets will be closed for Good Friday. Analysts attributed the pullback to profit-taking after a huge advance in March that gave the Dow its best four-week performance in more than 75 years. Dan Cook, senior market analyst at IG Markets in Chicago, said investors natu-

rally are cautious ahead of the parade of company’s quarterly results but that the low expectations could benefit stocks. “We’ve already set the bar very low for these companies, so it is going to be hard for them to disappoint to the downside,” he said. Investors also are focused on bank earnings that get under way after the long weekend, and several pessimistic forecasts about potential loan losses have jolted the market in recent days. Citigroup,

Goldman Sachs Group and JPMorgan Chase & Co. all report next week. “The real key is going to be bank earnings,” said Joe Veranth, chief investment officer at Dana Investment Advisors in Brookfield, Wis. “Really the entire market hinges on that.” On Tuesday, the Dow declined 186.29, or 2.3 percent, to 7,789.56. The blue chips had been down nearly 214 points at their low of the day. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index declined 19.93, or 2.4 percent, to

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815.55, while the Nasdaq composite index declined 45.10, or 2.8 percent, to 1,561.61. Traders had been nervous ahead of a report from Alcoa, the first of the 30 companies that make up the Dow to post quarterly results. The giant aluminum maker reported after the closing bell that it lost $497 million in its first quarter as prices fell for the lightweight metal. The company’s loss was worse than some analysts’ had forecast but still not as bad as some traders had feared.

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Girls still perfect in league Steamboat puts Palisade away, 2-0 Luke Graham

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The Steamboat Springs High School girls soccer team got off to another fast start, downing Palisade on Tuesday, 2-0. “I wouldn’t say it was more tight than we were expecting,” Steamboat coach Rob Bohlmann said. “It definitely posed a different tempo than we’ve seen in the past couple weeks. That took some adjustment. The girls met the challenge and solved the problem.” The Sailors scored just 31 seconds into the game when three passes left the ball at the feet of senior Mandi DeVos, who pounded the ball home for a 1-0 Steamboat lead. Steamboat put the game away in the 60th minute when Emi Birch took a perfect feed from DeVos and popped the ball over the Palisade goalkeeper to put Steamboat up, 2-0. “I wouldn’t say we dominated,” Bohlmann said. “We had a good run of play. But Palisade, they were very tenacious and created some opportunities. It was a game that had to be played for 80 minutes.” Despite not having played for several days, Bohlmann said he was happy with the way his team was able to take control of the game. Even with a couple of games canceled during the weekend, Bohlmann said the Sailors were able to adapt to the situation. Now Steamboat (6-2 overall, 5-0 in league) prepares for another out-of-league test. The team welcomes Grand Junction Central for a 5:30 p.m. game at Gardner Field on Thursday. Grand Junction Central is at the top of its league and should pose a significant challenge for Steamboat. “It should be two of the top teams in our part of the state,” Bohlmann said. “It looks to be like it will be a fun game to play.”

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Lacrosse team cruises Sailors stay on top of Mountain Conference, 7-0 Luke Graham

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It could have been an eerie scenario for the Steamboat Springs High School lacrosse team. The Sailors hadn’t played in 10 days because of weather postponements. Their practices had been relegated to gym work and minimal time outside. Plus they had never faced Tuesday’s opponent, Eagle Valley. Steamboat coach Bob Hiester admitted there were some nervous thoughts before the game. But any anxiousness was put on hold within the first three minutes of Tuesday’s 151 win, as the Sailors put on a clinic and remained atop the Mountain Conference with a perfect 7-0 record. “If you looked at the other scores, I think we were a better team,” Hiester said. “The nervousness comes from worrying about not playing as a team and doing too much individual stuff. I never thought we’d lose but was worried we could make it one of those raggedy things. But we set the tempo for the game. I was very pleased.” Steamboat went up, 3-0, in the first three minutes Tuesday, getting goals from Garret Ehrick, Jack Spady and Andrew White. It snowballed from there, with nearly every Steamboat player filling up the stat sheet. Ehrick and Grippa each See Lacrosse, page 36

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Steamboat Springs High School junior Brian Bertrand takes a shot on goal during the third quarter of Steamboat’s match against Eagle Valley High School. Bertrand scored the goal, and Steamboat won the match, 15-1.

Dierdorff nabs spot at World Cup Several local riders hope to gain edge as season comes to a close John F. Russell

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The snowboarding season is coming to a close, but several riders from Steamboat Springs are hoping to gain an edge before it’s done. Snowboardcross racer Mick Dierdorff, 17, led the way last week in Mont Tremblant, Quebec, where he won the overall title for the North American

SNOWBOARDING race series. Dierdorff was second in the final race in the NorAm series and captured the top spot. “It’s a huge opportunity,” Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club program director Jon Casson said. By winning the overall title, Dierdorff earns the right to start next season on the World

Cup tour and to possibly punch his ticket to the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver. “He has had an amazing season,” Casson said. “He’s been consistent all season, and this is what he gets for his effort.” Dierdorff finished second to Canadian rider Francois Boivin in the race and was the only American rider to be represented in the top 10 at the event. Fellow American rider Robert Minghini was 12th and Alex

Deibold, an American who was in a neck-and-neck race with Dierdorff for the title headed into the event, fell to 13th. Several Alpine snowboarders from the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club also are celebrating top finishes following the NorAm finals at Mont Tremblant and USASA races this week in Copper Mountain. See Snowboarding, page 34

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Steamboat teams juggle game days under capricious skies Luke Graham

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The undefeated Sailors lacrosse team plays at 4 p.m. today at home against Aspen. The team then plays at 11 a.m. Saturday at Glenwood Springs. Next week, the schedule gets packed. Steamboat plays at 3:30 p.m. in Battle Mountain on Monday, 4 p.m. at home against Battle Mountain on Tuesday, 2 p.m. at home against Grand Valley United on April 15, 4 p.m. at home against Durango on April 16 and at 4 p.m. in Eagle Valley on April 17.

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Baseball Steamboat plays a single game at 2 p.m. Thursday at Eagle Valley. The team then plays a doubleheader with Rifle on Saturday. That game will be played either in Moffat County or Rifle, depending on whether the fields in Moffat County are ready to be played Saturday.

Track and field All three area high schools — Steamboat, Soroco and Hayden — are scheduled to participate in the Glenwood Invitational, which begins at 9

Three Steamboat Springs High School hockey players were named to The Denver Post All-Colorado team Tuesday. Highlighting the list was junior goalie Matt Dawes. The Sailors netkeeper was named as the All-Colorado goalie and was the only junior to make the first team. Seniors Grant Ehrick and Cody Fritz were named to the honorable mention team. In high school skiing, Sarah Dixson was named the girls skimeister of the year. Making the all-state team for Steamboat were Michael Ward in Nordic; Sam Glaisher and Tommy Lyon; and Connor Bernard, Hanna Berglund and Julia Cooper in giant slalom. In wrestling, Hayden put several athletes on the team. Earning second-team all state recognition were Chad Terry and Mitch Doolin. Coy and Treyben Letlow each earned a spot on the honorable mention team. Holli Salazar was named to the girls Class 2A basketball first team.

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Darren Ratcliffe earned the national title in the parallel giant slalom at the USA Snowboarding Association championships in Copper Mountain on Tuesday. Teammate Mike Trapp was third in the open class race. In the women’s race, Madeline Wiencke was second, and teammate Cassie Wagar was fourth. On Monday, Trapp won the men’s parallel slalom race for the open class. His teammate Josh Banks was sixth. “It was flat and round, which is what we’ve been training lately,” Trapp said. “I was used to it, so I could go for it. I didn’t really worry about the competition, and I just did my own thing.” Trapp has won national titles at the USASA in 2005 and 2007. He was second and third in

races last season at the national championships. He said the prize money and recognition he gets from these events will help him pay some bills next season. “This is going to pay for some races next season,” Trapp said. “It’s going to be a big help financially.” Wiencke won the women’s slalom, and Mueller was third at Copper. The races came on the heels of several key races in Canada last week, which determined finishes for the NorAm race series and the U.S. National finals. Canadian Jasey Jay Anderson won the slalom event and was followed by teammate Patrick Farrell in second in a race held April 1. The top American was Josh Wylie, a former SSWSC rider, who finished in third place overall. Chris Klug, a 2002 Olympic bronze medalist, placed fourth

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and was second in the national title race, and Steamboat’s Ratcliffe was fifth overall and third in the national title race. The women’s race was won by Canadian Alexa Loo with her teammate, and another former Steamboat Springs rider, Kimiko Zakreski in second. American rider Lynn Ott won the U.S. National title and was third overall. Mueller placed fourth in the overall standings and second among American riders. Wiencke was ninth overall and third among American riders in the event. Anderson also won the men’s giant slalom race, which was held March 31. The top Americans were Klug in third, Wylie in fifth and Ratcliffe in ninth overall. The women’s race was won by Loo. Caroline Calve was second, Lindsay Lloyd was third, Ekaterina Zavialova was fourth and Mueller came in fifth. “It was decent,” Mueller said about the NorAm finals. “I qualified second for the parallel giant slalom, but I fell in my second run.” Mueller plans to train in Steamboat Springs with coach Thedo Remmelink through next winter and is almost certain that she’s earned a spot for key World Cup races early next season.

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Rockies down D-Backs, 3-0

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Ubaldo Jimenez threw seven sparkling innings, Troy Tulowitzki homered for the second straight game and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks, 3-0, on Tuesday night. Jimenez gave up four hits, struck out eight and walked three in his first career victory against Arizona. He was 0-1 in four previous starts against the Diamondbacks despite a 2.77 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 26 innings. Manuel Corpas worked the eighth and Huston Street fin-

ished the five-hitter for his first save with the Rockies. Street was acquired in the offseason trade that sent Matt Holliday to the Oakland Athletics. Dan Haren was almost as good as Jimenez, allowing one run and three hits in seven innings for Arizona. He struck out nine and walked none. Haren was 3-0 against Colorado in 2008, when the Diamondbacks won all four of his starts against the Rockies and 15 of the 18 games overall

between the two, including all six series. Tulowitzki homered to left on Haren’s first pitch in the fifth inning and Colorado added two more in the eighth. Clint Barmes doubled and scored on pinchhitter Ian Stewart’s single off Jon Rauch, and Todd Helton’s two-out single off Doug Slaten made it 3-0. Arizona’s best scoring opportunity came in the second inning, when it loaded the bases with one out on singles by Conor Jackson and Mark Reynolds and a walk to Justin Upton.

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Lance Armstrong is defending himself against suggestions he misbehaved during a recent drug test in France The cycling great, hoping to win an eighth Tour de France title in July, said in a statement Tuesday he did not try to evade a March 17 test in which blood, urine and hair samples were collected and ultimately were found to be drug free. France’s anti-doping agency sent a report on Armstrong’s

CYCLING behavior during the test to cycling’s governing body and the World Anti-Doping Agency. At question is Armstrong a 20-minute delay when Armstrong says the tester agreed to let him shower while his assistants checked the tester’s credentials. “I did not try to evade or delay the testing process that day,” said Armstrong, who also

lashed out at French doping authorities. A spokesman for the International Cycling Union has said the organization doesn’t have any jurisdiction in the matter. Testing of hair samples is allowed under French law, but is not recognized by WADA or the UCI. Armstrong was training in Beaulieu-sur-Mer in southern France when the test was conducted. Armstrong said he had returned from a ride to find the tester at his house, identifying himself as a representative of a French lab.

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Eric Staal had three goals and an assist and Carolina matched a club record with their ninth straight win by giving the Islanders the worst beating in franchise history, 9-0.

Sharks 1, Avalanche 0 SAN JOSE, CALIF.

Evgeni Nabokov made 20 saves in his seventh shutout and then stopped all three Colorado attempts in the shootout, carrying the San Jose Sharks two points closer to the Presidents’ Trophy.

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Sidney Crosby scored twice in a 1-minute, 4-second span midway through the second period to help Pittsburgh clinch a playoff berth.

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Rangers 3, Canadiens 1 NEW YORK

Chris Drury scored a pair of goals and the Rangers took advantage of Montreal’s careless defense and suspect goaltending to improve their chances of making the playoffs.

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B.J. Crombeen scored twice, Chris Mason made 28 saves, and St. Louis inched closer to the playoffs.

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The Ottawa Senators set a franchise record with their ninth straight home win.

Wild 3, Stars 1 ST. PAUL, MINN.

Marian Gaborik kept up his remarkable scoring rate with a goal and two assists, and the Minnesota Wild avoided elimination from the playoff chase for at least three more days.

Kings 2, Oilers 1 EDMONTON, ALBERTA

Wayne Simmonds had a goal and an assist, and Los Angeles effectively removed the Oilers from the playoff picture.

Roberto Luongo made 21 of his 46 saves in the first period, defenseman Mattias Ohlund scored twice.

Blackhawks 4, Predators 2 NASHVILLE, TENN.

The Predators jumped out to a 1-0 lead on power play goal by Vernon Fiddler, but the Blackhawks answered with three second-period goals.

Capitals 4, Thrashers 2 ATLANTA

Tomas Fleischmann had a goal and an assist and Washington beat Atlanta, 42, on Tuesday night for the Capitals’ second win against the Thrashers in three days.

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Tuesday will continue to be — the class of the Mountain Conference. “I think our communities are very similar,” Eagle Valley coach Eric Mandeville said about similarities between his and the Steamboat programs. “They’ve got a strong program and have been playing a long time. We have the capability. These kids play hard. We have

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the makings of a program. It’s just going to take some time. Just like any skilled sport, it’s going to take some time. But we’ll get there.” Ehrick, Grippa, Brian Bertrand and Wilber Ranieri added Steamboat goals in the third quarter to complete the rout. Steamboat now turns its attention to the team’s biggest game of the season at 4 p.m. today at home against Aspen. The Sailors beat the Skiers, 8-5, earlier this year and could move one game closer to a conference championship with a win. “We can’t get complacent,” Hiester said. “We have to look at things we need to do to get better.” — To reach Luke Graham, call 871-4229 or e-mail lgraham@steamboatpilot.com

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1999 Olds. Intrigue. Excellent condition. XM radio package. Blizzak tires. 104k miles, $4,000 OBO. (970) 879-5474 or 970-846-2599 FINANCING WORKING PEOPLE! $750.00 MINIMUM DOWNPAYMENT. NO CREDITCHECK. Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. “Working Cars / Working People - 24,000 Mile Warranties! www.checkpointautosales.com 2005 Chevy Cobalt 42k miles, automatic transmission, 4 door sedan. A/C, CD Player. Very good condition! $7,500 OBO. Call 629-5900 1998 Kia Sportage 4x4, 5 speed, new snow tires, runs GREAT! $2000 871-9007 2000 Audi A4, 5 Speed, 2.8 Quattro! Low miles 79k. All maintenance current. Newer Michellin’s. Excellent condition. $8,700 OBO 970-879-7086 Generpac 12,000 watt gas generator. 1” heavy duty twin piston air gun for Trucks. 65 Ford 1/2 ton pickup V8 auto 2WD. Mill-Route table and router. 970-846-0708

****2000 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS, Sensational! 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, Sharp! 1998 Pontiac GrandAm, Terrific! . Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com Full Warranties! 98 Subaru Legacy Outback Wagon, AWD, low miles on new engine. Good condition $5500 CoreyKopischke.com/Subaru or 846-2141

1996 Eagle Talon, 160k miles, standard transmission, non Turbo, 4cyl, great on gas. Mechanically maintained. New timing belt. $1500 (970)457-7136 $500! Police Impounds! Hondas, Acuras, Chevys, Toyotas, etc. Cars, Trucks, SUV`s from $500! For Listings call 800-576-6918 xA875 2006 Audi Avant Wagon, AWD with every option including navigation. A silver sophisticated beauty. $24,900 970-276-3743 Saturn SC2 1999, 5 speed, cd player, 33-38 mPG, great condition $2500 OBO: Chevy C/K1500 1988, 5 speed, new tires & rims. Great runner $1800 OBO; 2007 Polaris 550 SPort Guide sled, barely used. blue book $4200, $2500 OBO. 970-819-6500 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4x4, 48k, 17-21 MPG. $13,500 Motivated to SELL! 970-589-2636

2003 Harley Davidson 100th Anniv. Edition Heritage Softail Classic. Great Cond! Only 6300 miles. Lots of extras! $14,500 OBO. Call Gary 970-291-1011 2003 Harley Davidson Nightrain. Factory performance upgrades, low mileage. Many extras! $13,000 (970)629-2569

2007 Yamaha R6 Street bike, $6,000. 2005 Arctic Cat 900 Kingcat, $4,500 OBO ‘09 Jeep Rubicon $30,000. ‘07 Chevy $26,000 (970)846-5629

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Inside Storage (May-September) $60/per sled free trailer storage. Stock Drive Storage 970-824-3005 2001 Artic Cat Mountain Cat 800. Very well maintained, kept in heated garage, ridden four times in three years. After market pipe, can, lights. $2,100 970-846-5632

2000 Volkswagon Turbo Beetle. Bright Yellow, good condition. Manual, 83K miles. Additional Snow tires. $5,200 obo. 870-2750 day 871-1979 eve. 2001 AUDI Allroad. Silver, perfect condition, Turbo V6, fully-loaded, hydraulic-lift. Maintained by Audi. GREAT CAR. 133K all highway. $9,500. Better Bose system than my Porsche. 846-0075 1998 Audi A4 2.8 Quattro Sedan, silver with black leather, loaded, 115k, one owner since 39k, needs nothing, all records, extra wheels with Blizzaks. $6500 OBO. 970-846-0665

2004 Honda CRF 150F. $1600 Call 846-7076 WANTED: Used motorcycle gear, off road body armor and helmet, medium. Boots size 9, Cash for gear (good condition). 819-7671

2007 Yamaha Phazer Mountain Lite, 4 stroke, regular gas, 1070 miles, test ride on site. Reverse rack 144”. $4500 303-918-7705

Dependable Work Truck. 03 Chevy Silverado Z71, extended cab, 8cyl, 4WD Leer topper, Power.139,000 mi. $7000 OBO. 819-8687

06 Ski Doo 800 151 REV, great mountain sled. $3500 OBO. MUST SELL! (970)846-7277

2000 - Chevy 3500 Dually with tow package 89,000 miles great work truck, $8,700 call T.J. at 846-1807

2007 800cc SkiDoo Rev, 151” track, 1,050 mile. Looks like new. $5800. 2008 2 place sled bed trailer. $1200. (970)824-0302

60 USED CARS AND TRUCKS, Fully reconditioned vehicles with new car warranties! TOM REUTER CARS, Steamboat Springs, 875-0700. www.tomreuter.com 2000 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer edition. Burgundy w/ tan trim. V8, AWD, leather, A/C, power windows and locks, sunroof, 6 CD changer. 106,000 miles. $6,000 OBO. (970) 629-3028

2004 Ford F-150, 72k, 4WD-XLT Supercab. Below Blue-Book, excellent condition, well maintained, too many extras to list! $14,500 OBO 970-846-9274 1988 Range Rover. $1600 970-318-1470 2006 F150 single cab 40k miles auto 4x4. $12,000 OBO 970-846-5358.

$500 Police Impounds! Chevy`s from $500! For Listings 1-800-576-6918 ext K044 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback Wagon, 140k, new head gaskets, timing belt, Blizzak tires, detailed & tuneup. Runs Great. $4800 970-846-5501

2006 Trail Master Gooseneck Flat bed trailer. 14,000lb max load. $4500 Call Cell 307-761-0251

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2005 Audi A4, 25k miles, leather, loaded, 6 speed manual. $19,500 (970)879-9032

2006KTM 450exc lights off road ready $4,500 OBO 970-846-5358.

2005 Subaru Forester, AWD, automatic, 28k miles, A/C, power windows, VERY good condition. New wind shield. (970)629-1677 or 970-824-4398 $12,600

2006 Yamaha YZ450F Anniversary edition. Over $1,000 of after market parts. 3 sets if plastic, excellent condition, well maintained, garage kept. $4,000 970-846-5632

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98 GMC 3500 1 ton Dually flatbed 4x4. $4,500 OBO 970-846-5358. 1997 Dodge 1500 SLT Tonnau Cover. $3,500 OBO (970) 846-3901 2007 Dodge 4 door heavy duty 3500 series 4x4 truck. Large all terrain tires with chrome wheels, bed liner and every option including navigation and a turbo charge Cummings diesel engine. This metallic burgundy red truck is in perfect condition. $29,900 970- 276-3743 2003 Chevy Astro Van, 68k miles with ladder racks and shelving inside. New tires, $4,200. 2005 Chevy express van 105k miles, ladder rack and shelving, new tires, $4,500. 2007 Chevy truck bed, white, $250. 970-824-8305 1997 F250HD Powerstroke, 140k miles, Fantastic! (3) 1998/01 Toyota Tacoma(s), Spectacular! 1991 Dodge Dakota 107k miles! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com Warranties!

MAYTAG WASHER $75. Top loading, white, excellent condition, no rust, runs very well. 871-4593 Fireplace Monessan ventless, free standing, Brand New. $500 846-0798

Granby CO Sun May 3 @ 11:00 Sinclair Logging Complete Equipment Liquidation No Reserves! Lockhart Auction & Realty 879-0565 Cookie@LockhartAuction.com

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Artisans! Looking for a place to showcase handcrafted creations or consign antiques? Call the Hayden Artisans’ Marketplace, 276-2019. Tues-Sat, 10a-6p

Beetle kill pine T and G flooring. Kiln dried, quality milled 1x6 $2.35 / s.f. F.O.B. Granby Co. 970-887-2644 www.ecowoodsales.com

Edna O’Brien said, “Literature is the last banquet between minds.” Downtown Books 543 Yampa Avenue, Craig 824-5343

4 stall BARN FSBO. Made by Tote-A-Shed. 12’x40’ with small awning off the front. Used rarely, mainly for stalling show horses. Sky lights in each stall, heavy metal framed, gray with blue trim. Nice sliding doors with barred windows. Wood walls inside. Very nice barn for any big or small ranch. Comes in 1 piece, will negotiate moving for you if needed. Please call 970-620-0059 and ask for Tina. Asking $8,000 OBO

Locally cut beetle kill lumber. 970-846-8202 Having trouble getting the computer help you need? Ask a local where they go for help... We have been helping Steamboat use computers since 1985! Whether it’s your home or business, we are the locals choice for anything computer related. Andy, Marcus, Royce and Kenneth. 970-870-7984 www.ComputerSupportGuys.com 2130 Resort Drive, Suite 100

Samsung DLP HDTV, 50” 2.5 years old, new bulb. Needs new color wheel. Retail for $1,600. $200 OBO 970-871-9002

1999 24’ gooseneck flatbed with dovetail and ramps. 2002 John Deere 4600 with loader. Both excellent condition. (970)824-5624

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Sale prices only while supplies last. 4 ft $338, 8 ft $628, 12 ft $915. Includes Drawbar. Farrow Repair Service, 970-879-0130

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Mister Money of Steamboat970-879-3633 Tune-ups, Troubleshooting & Repairs All Computer & Laptop Brands New & Used PCs, Laptops & Parts, Virus Removal & Prevention, Wireless Networking, DELL Registered Partner 970-879-8890 DaveGlantz@ComputerCures.biz BECOME MORE EFFICIENT & SAVE $$ We sell and service the latest technology in business phone systems and VoIP solutions. Improve your business presence and increase functionality now. (970)879-0734 www.northwestdata.com

PC COMPUTER SERVICES HALF PRICE Residential Computer Repair, located in Steamboat. Microsoft Certified Professional. Tune Ups, Troubleshooting, Repairs and Installations. Cell:(818)426-9095 chill333@live.com.

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AFFORDABLE FURNITURE, NEW AND USED Beds, dressers, bookcases, desks, couches, end tables... RUMMAGERS THRIFT STORE 11th St. South, downtown 870-6087 Indoor, outdoor bar stools, iron. 40 at $25 each. 819-6649

Licensed daycare provider in Hayden. Has a toddler opening (2+) & PT care available. (970)276-1119 ALL STEEL PORTABLE STORAGE CONTAINERS. Strong, secure, weather & rodent proof. Great for business, home, ranch, oil field & more. 8x8x20ft in stock. 8x8x40ft. available. 970-824-3256. We buy used books. All kinds! Please call (970)620-4507 Like new plastic crates. $2 each.

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FREE KING SIZE MATTRESS TO FIRST TAKER. Ready for immediate pick-up. No appt. Come and get it, alley between 3rd & 5th, Oak & Pine, Steamboat. Protected under roof deck.

SWIM SEPARATES

Mix and Match any size, color or style by Los Angeles based Swimbay. Separates start at $35 and full one piece at $55. Choose from halter, triangle, bandeau, padded, underwire up to D sized cups. Trendy one piece monokini’s for teens and young women.

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8th Street Downtown Steamboat. Open 7 Days a week. 970-879-LOVE(5683) BUNNY RABBIT for free just in time for Easter. Very sweet! Please call 276-3334 Free towing of unwanted & abandoned vehicles. 879-1065 Free HP Laserjet 4L monochrome laser printer. Works great but needs a new $25.00 toner cartridge. Has the old style 25 prong computer plug. If interested, please call 303-332-3138. Free King Size mattress and box springs. You haul. 970-879-9032

Cuzco Collection hacienda office desk & bedford drop leaf coffee table. Superb condition! 970-875-1200 For Sale: King size new Serta mattress, box springs, bed frame, two sets of king size sheets and comforter. $1,000 OBO 970-620-4057

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Wanted: 5 1/2’ x 12’ sectional temporary corral fencing any condition, other sizes considered. (970) 819-3234

BE A MASSAGE THERAPIST NEXT SKI SEASON! MountainHeart School, Crested Butte! 850 hour, 6 Month Certification. June 1st. 800-673-0539 www.mountainheart.org

Easter dyed chicks and ducklings. The 10th and 11th at Critters ‘R Us. Reserve now! Easy Yoke Poultry, Elijah 970-824-4768

CHILDCARE OFFERED: Craig grandmother offering FT day care, no weekends. Children of all ages, (Please no teenagers). Call 937-231-3925

Alfalfa seed, corn seed, grasses. Farmer to Farmer. Call us before you buy. You will SAVE MONEY!. We deliver anywhere. Ray Odermott, 208-465-5280, 800-910-4101, 208-340-6119.

15 PEOPLE WANTED to lose up to 30 lbs in 30 Days! 100% Guaranteed! Dr. Recommended! 970-824-9284 or suebecat@msn.com

Large round bales alfalfa & meadow hay. Horse quality, never rained on $130 ton. Delivery available Call (970)734-7915 or 272-3282.

BUYING GOLD, SILVER AND PLATINUM BULLION AND COINS. all (970)-824-5807 or Cell (970)-326-8170.

High quality grass hay for sale. Large round bales, $120 Ton 970-846-7305 Good quality grass hay, small square bales. $115 per ton, call 824-1085 and leave message.

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879-7141 837 Lincoln Mon-Fri @9:30am HAIRCUTS START $12.00 29 years experience 22 years open MOVING, MUST SELL! Diamond back recumbent exercise back, like new! $275 312-576-8207 Seven person hot tub $1000; Powered Miller Grand Father Clock $300; GE under cabinet microwave $100; Snow plow $400. 819-9376 YAMPA VALLEY FEEDS at the Historic Hayden Grain Elevator-Celebrate our Grand Re-Opening on Saturday, April 18 from 9-5, BBQ from 11-2; Ribbon Cutting at 1:30 and barn dance with Greg Scott from 2-4. New in this week-gardening supplies and seeds! Be local & buy local! www.yampavalleyfeeds.com or 276-4250. Now accepting Visa/MC.

Individual and Group Health Insurance PPO, ALL-PROVIDER. Emergency room, RX. Rates guaranteed. Replace expensive COBRA Plans. www.LoneEagleInsurance.com (970)879-1101

2008 Hinker snow plow, fits 2007 or newer Chevy. Can purchase different mounts. $5,700 new, asking $2,500. Titan 4 place snowmobile trailer. Good condition $3,200. 824-8305

FURNITURE SALE! All furniture 50% off at shop & warehouse. 908 Lincoln. (970)879-5154

14yo TB mare, ex-racehorse, sound & healthy. Needs experienced rider, regular work. Great: athlete, potential, challenge. (917)282-1704. Sidney Peak.

STEAMBOAT’S MATTRESS HEADQUARTERS Mountain Mattress and furniture, Queen sets from $299. All natural, memory foam, 22 models on floor (970)879-8116

Warm Weather, experienced riding to condition your horse in time for Spring/Summer. No broncs please! Robin Lorenz Romick 879-0392, 846-2669

Media/Entertainment Armoire: $300 OBO, darker/cherry wood color. Nightstand and 18” TV also available. 846-0613

ATTENTION RANCHERS! Young Professional with ranching experience looking to subsidize rent with farm work. Looking for rental from 6/1 to 10/1. Local References available 412-559-2184

Stay at Home mom with Day Care experience has openings in her home in Hayden. 970-276-1002

Mobile Welding, Fabricating and Mechanic. 20 years experience. Call 970-276-8163 CONCEALED CARRY CLASSES. 8 hour class in Kremmling. $75.00 Three dates available, Friday April 10th, Saturday April 11th and Friday April 17th. 970-724-3311 or gunsmokebob@msn.com

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2 year old Red Angus bulls. (719) 379-5213 Big Valley calf table. Like new. (970)824-7296

FOUND- Giro ski helmet and bolle goggles found by Green Machine on Sunday. Call 846-2469 to identify. Goggles have “Heidi” written on them. City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 - 760 Critter Court 4-04-09 Found at Hwy 40/Walton Creek Rd-female border collie. Found at Stagecoach Townhomes-unneutered male Jack Russell Terrier. LOST: April 1st, Motorola GZ8 cell phone. Meadows parking lot or on the hill. Huge Reward! (970)846-1942 FOUND: Knife bag in the Knoll parking lot on the 29th of March. (970)736-1081 to identify.

AKC French Bulldog puppies. Ready to go next week. 1st Shots, de-wormed. (970)-824-3409 or (970)-629-9486. CANINES UNLIMITED LLC Training, behavior Consultants. Grooming & do-it yourself dog wash www.caninesunlimitedtraining.com 970-824-6364 AKC Golden Retriever puppies, born 3/7, 3 males, 4 females, $450, parents on site 970-629-8719 FAMILY DOG TRAINING! Head Start Puppy Training April 4th in Steamboat. Contact Laura Tyler 970-629-1507 www.totalteamworktraining.com City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 www.petfinder.com DATE: 4-4-09 Dogs for Adoption-$30: Moon-Black Lab/Coon Hound-Male with energy and loyalty! Last call! Jack-6 yr old black lab in foster care. Loves to camp and swim! Has special needs. Call shelter for info. Teddy Bear- 1 year old Akita? mix. His name says it all. Bukner- 11 month old Chihuahua/Yorkie male. CaseyYoung female border collie- A ranch would be ideal. Cats for Adoption. We have 11 adult cats waiting for great homes!-$30 each. Kittens available in 6 weeks.

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AKC Registered Lab Puppies. Chocolates and Blacks, Championship blood line. Ready on April 29th. $500, taking depostis now! 970-824-9615 AKC Basset Hounds. $400 Also Mini Schnauzer and a Yorki/Westie. Cocker Spaniel. All $50 off. BAKER DRIVE PETS 970-824-3933 Australian - Border HYBRID Puppies. Priced to sell ASAP. Parents on site, getting older, getting smarter. 819-9518 BUNNY RABBIT for free just in time for Easter! Very sweet! Please call 276-3334. AKC registered Yorkie Puppies. 2 males ready now $650. 970-824-3919 leave message.

Medical Office Manager needed for pediatric practice. Must have strong skills and experience in human resources, book keeping (Quickbooks), computer applications and organization. Minimum bachelor’s degree required. Send inquires and resumes to admin@pediatricsofsteamboat.com

CONTRACTORS / TRADESMEN : Learn essential computer skills! Builder taught: MS Word, Excel, & Project; email & internet. 2 hr training, $50. Call for apptmt. 970-819-2624

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST needed for a full-time position to serve preschool through high school age students in Hayden and Craig, CO. The position would be three days in Hayden and two days in Craig. Colorado Certification in School Psychology is required. Salary is dependent on education and experience with excellent benefits included. Application deadline is April 13, 2009. Please apply online at www.nwboces.org or send resumes to NW Colorado BOCES, Box 773390, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477.

Aircraft 1/2 interest in a 1981 Bonanza Turbo charged A-36. Well maintained. Well equipped with Garman 430. Oxygen, flight director. $75,000. Hangered at SBS. (785)845-3709

Prime Kuts will be closed Apr. 6-Apr. 13 for vacation. I will reopen Tues. Apr. 14 with regular hrs. Mon-Fri 10-8 & Sat 8-6 Thank you for your support. 879-3368, 1835 Central Park Plaza Free confidential pregnancy tests & ultrasound. Pregnancy Resource Center. 544 Oak Street (The Good Shepherd House) Walk-ins welcome Tuesdays from 12-6PM, and Thursdays 9-1PM or call for an appointment any time. 871-1307

There are funds available for uninsured and underinsured local women to pay for annual wellness exams, mammograms and breast cancer treatment costs. Don’t compromise your health we can help! Call the Yampa Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Project to learn how to apply for funds. 846-4554.

Teacher of the Visually Impaired. Teacher of the visually impaired needed for a part time position in the NW Colorado BOCES and Moffat County Schools. This teacher would serve students with visual disabilities in a large, mountainous area of northwest Colorado. Masters degree and Colorado licensure is preferred. Salary is dependent on education and experience with excellent benefits included. Travel is involved. Deadline for applications is May 1, 2009. Please apply online at www.nwboces.org or mail resumes to NW BOCES, Box 773390, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477.

Teacher of the Hearing Impaired. Teacher of the hearing impaired needed for a full time position in the NW Colorado BOCES, Rio Blanco BOCES, and Moffat County Schools. This teacher would serve students with hearing disabilities in a large, mountainous area of northwest Colorado. Masters degree and Colorado licensure is preferred. Salary is dependent on education and experience with excellent benefits included. Travel is involved. Deadline for applications is May 1, 2009. Please apply online at www.nwboces.org or mail resumes to NW BOCES, Box 773390, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477.

Radio Shack is looking for a sales person experienced with Electronics and Car Audio. Apply at 106 West Victory Way.

Apprentice plumbers needed for large commercial project in Craig, Colorado. Top wages & Benefits. Send resume to fax # 801-820-2520 Email to bbingham@kkmechanical.net

Family seeking part-time Nanny to assist in light housekeeping duties and childcare. References required, and previous experience with children is necessary. Please call Angela at 970-948-5312 New home Day Care opening up in Mid April for Infants and toddlers. Call Sherry 846-7336

Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp is looking for a summer Security Guard for evenings. Must enjoy working with students in a rustic atmosphere. Night shift 8pm b midnight. This is the perfect job for someone needing a little extra cash. June 19 b August 8. Salary and evening meal included. Fax resume to 879-5823 or email to p-m@perry-mansfield.org Questions call 879-7125.

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Moffat County-Seeking applicants for the position of temporary full-time Grounds/Facility Maintenance Technician for Fairgrounds. For complete job description, contact Colorado Workforce Center (970)824-3246. Moffat County is an EEO Employer Registration Technician, Alpine Campus, Steamboat Springs - Want to know more? Go to: www.coloradomtn.edu/employment for more information. It’s here! - a caring, collaborative environment ~ clear mission and vision ~ use the tuition benefit to earn your AA degree or credits towards a bachelor’s degree ~ supportive leadership team ~ excellent benefits ~ Steamboat Lake and Pearl Lake State Parks are now hiring for all summer positions—rangers, boat inspectors, maintenance, and visitor center staff. Come be part of an outstanding team in a beautiful corner of Routt County. To apply, see parks.state.co.us/Parks/SteamboatLake or call 970-879-3922.

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Medical Records Technician. Full-time benefited position in Craig. This position is responsible for the custody, supervision, filing and indexing of medical records for the Northwest Colorado Community Health Center. Performs all clerical duties related to the medical record. Requires excellent computer and communication skills. Apply in person at 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101, Steamboat Springs. For questions, please email sanderso@nwcovna.org EOE

This part-time position will provide human services and workshops to immigrant families. Requires excellent interpersonal & communication skills, and fluency in Spanish and English. Apply in person at 718 Oak Street, Steamboat Springs, or 510 Breeze Street, Craig. For questions, please email director@ciiccolorado.org EOE. Mystery shoppers. Earn up $100 a day. Under cover shoppers needed to judge retail and dining establishments. Experience not required. 800-721-8703 Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp is looking for a summer Facilities Assistant. Must have knowledge of carpentry and grounds keeping; electric and plumbing a plus. This is the perfect job for a self-starter with a good work ethic. June 1 b Sept 15. Salary, rustic housing and meals all included. Fax resume to 879-5823 or email to p-m@perry-mansfield.org Questions call 879-7125. Warehouse Manager: $15/hr 15-20hrs/wk includes some weekends. Qualifications: Extensive chainsaw experience, highly organized, supervision of young adults a +. Duties: organize, inventory and manage check-out, maint. of all crew gear, tools, saws, vehicles, trailers, and other equipment, offer on-site saw and tool maint. brandon@rockymountainyouthcorps.com Do you need a new career NOW? We have over 100 to choose from. Get paid while you train in the Colorado Army National Guard. Call Sergeant Holloway 970-986-9206 Now Hiring MACHINIST For Job Shop in Craig, CO $20-25 P/H DOE Benefits Package Manual Experience Necessary CNC & Manual Preferred Must Have Own Tools Please Submit Resume via FAX or Email 9 7 0 - 8 2 4 - 8 0 9 0 alan@magnummetals.com WANTED: 29 SERIOUS PEOPLE Work from home using a computer. Up to $1,500-$5,000 PT, FT www.ltjglobal.com

Home Health and Hospice RN- This position performs direct patient care, evaluates needs, and conducts case and resource management for patients under the direction of a licensed physician. Travel required. Requires excellent computer and communication skills. Apply in person at 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101, Steamboat Springs. For questions, please email sanderso@nwcovna.org EOE.

Accounting Clerk II. Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week, position in Steamboat Springs. This position will assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliation, and month end financial reporting. Three years experience in accounting and/or bookkeeping related field required and experience with fund balances preferred. Requires excellent computer and communication skills. Apply in person at 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101, Steamboat Springs. For questions, please email sanderso@nwcovna.org EOE. Local family needs home HEALTH worker 2-4 days per week. Flexible daytime hours. Must be willing to work around smoker. Call 970-846-2324 days or 970-879-2324 evenings

Medical Assistant. Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week, position in Craig. This position will promote safe, quality patient/client care as a clinical resource in the Northwest Colorado Community Health Center. Will also supervise select staff and may provide patient care. Three years experience as an RN required and experience in community health center preferred. Requires excellent computer and communication skills. Apply in person at 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101, Steamboat Springs. For questions, please email ggarrison@nwcovna.org EOE

Front Desk Representative. We are looking for a customer oriented person with computer skills to join our fun, fast paced medical office. Must enjoy working with people and have a desire to understand the many aspects of the medical field. Full time with attractive benefit package, paid vacation and competitive salary. Fax resume to 870-3499

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Moffat County-Seeking applicants for the position of part-time Cemetery Grounds/Facility Maintenance Technician.. For complete job description, contact Colorado Workforce Center (970) 824-3246. Moffat County is an EEO Employer.

Bureau of Land Management. Seeking applicants for full-time Visitor Information Assistant, Craig, CO. See job description and apply online at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov. Announcement open March 30th to April 10th.

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STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Basement apartment with bonus room. Beatiful view of Mt. Werner. Knotty Pine and slate finishes. WD, utilities included. 970-291-9009

The Village At Steamboat

FINANCE & PERSONNEL DIRECTOR needed for NW BOCES. The position is full-time with excellent benefits and salary is dependent on education and experience. Anticipated start date is June 1, 2009. Applicants need experience in Human Resources management, Basic accounting principles, computer functions of Excel, Access and Word and government reporting. Application deadline is April 30, 2009. Please apply online at www.nwboces.org or send resumes to NW Colorado BOCES, Box 773390, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477.

SALES TAX AUDITOR, City of Steamboat Springs FT, Excellent benefits. Hiring Range: $45,756-$54,000 DOQ. Starts May 18th. Performs sales & Building Use-Tax auditing and associated accounting duties. Requires independent work, good computer skills (Excel), accounting or business degree, and 3 years experience in accounting and auditing. Auditing experience preferred. Submit resume and application to: City of Steamboat Springs 137 10th Street, POB 775088, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 or to: jthrasher@steamboatsprings.net (Attn: Tax Auditor) by April 14, 2009 Application and info available at: www.steamboatsprings.net EOE. Physical Therapy practice seeking a temporary Office Manager for the summer. Applicants should be self-motivated, detail-oriented and have strong computer, phone & organizational skills. Call 879-7799 for more information.

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This position coordinates the overall implementation, administration, monitoring, and refinement of TIC’s Affirmative Action Programs. Work is reasonably difficult and involved and requires independent judgment and interpretation of established procedures to coordinate work with limited supervision. Provide high-level support to the EEO Officer and legal counsel. Must make recommendations and/or decisions based on interpretations of EEO /Affirmative Action laws and data. Work requires the ability to appropriately manage extremely confidential data. Responsible for maintaining applicant flow records and reporting. Assures compliance with Affirmative Action and EEO legislation. Responsible for maintaining professional and effective working relationships with the Human Resources staff, employees at all levels, and with external contacts. Responsible for coordinating AA/EEO efforts with parent and subsidiary companies. Travel may be required. Requirements include: *High School diploma required with bachelors degree highly recommended. *2-4 years experience in human resources or a related field is required. *PHR certification is preferred, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of people. *Knowledge of and experience with statistical analysis is preferred. *Advanced computer and keyboarding skills are required including advanced Word, Excel and Outlook skills including the ability to become proficient with other database programs. *Knowledge of and the ability to research and understand EEO/AA/HR legislation and programs and apply it to business processes is required. This is a full time salaried position located in Steamboat Springs, CO. If you are qualified, or know qualified individuals who are interested, please email a resume to Avrom Feinberg at feinberga@ticus.com by April 21, 2009. TIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages females, minorities, veterans and the disabled to apply.

Smokehouse is accepting applications for DAY PREP COOK; Early AM start (6-7am), 5 days per week; permanent position. Must have work references; kitchen experience required; apply in person before 11 AM, 912 Lincoln SUBWAY/COLD STONE CREAMERY is now hiring PT & FT. Night & weekends. Apply in person at 2032 Curve Plaza. No phone calls.

The Grand Junction Housing Authority will be accepting applications for the Moffat County Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly known as Section 8) waiting list. The waiting list will be open from April 1, 2009 through April 30, 2009. Applications can be picked up and turned in at the Department of Social Services, 595 Breeze Street, Craig, Colorado. Contact Roberta McQuay toll free at 1-866-883-9968 if you have questions or need an application sent to you. STEAMBOAT: Sunny, Quiet, studio Apt Downtown with garage. Excellent location, rarely available. NS $1100 month + elec. 871-1681 or 846-8026 Furnished large 1BD, 1BA apartment in new log home. Near mountain. NP, NS, $895/monthly includes all utilities, cable/internet. Call (970)846-5551 Large 2BD, 1BA downtown. $1300 monthly, includes utilities. 970-846-4154

Western Slope Steel Buildings is looking for a highly motivated Sales Representative for Western Colorado. Applicants should have Commercial Construction experience. Self starter and highly motivated. Fax resume to 970-949-1541. Local internet based business seeking outgoing self starter for sales/marketing. Unlimited potential. If you are motivated you will make money. Commission based. 879.2988

CRAIG:Remodeled 2BA, 1BA apartments with Travertine, slate, oak, and alder finishes, Economy apartments, or 2BD, 2BA Townhomes that allow pets. 970-824-9251 PHIPPSBURG: Furnished Studio 25 min south of Steamboat, $450 month. all utilities included. Deposit, 1st, last. NS, NP 871-1085 leave message STEAMBOAT:On Mountain, 1BD studio, full kitchen and bath, furnished. Huge parking, great backyard, WD, NS, Pest negotiable, cable included. $900 monthly 970-846-1071 Heart of Downtown. 1 bedroom, completely furnished, w/d, gas fireplace, parking $1000 month. 1st, last, sec. 846-7879

Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District

POSITION TITLE: Water Resources Engineer II: Ideal candidate will have a broad range education, experience, interest in hydrology, water resources engineering and project management. Performs and directs technical and administrative work involving complex professional water resources studies and projects. Requirements, Degree in Civil or Environmental or Agricultural Engineering or closely related field. EIT, PE preferred or ability to obtain professional status, Minimum of 5 years experience in hydrology and water resources Construction management experience. An enthusiasm for diverse work appreciated. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects. This position reports to the District Manager and works cooperatively with administrative staff and will work with other agencies, regulators, and consultants on a regular basis. Salary DOQ, this is a full time, salary position in Routt County, CO. For additional information or to submit resume and cover letter electronically contact upperyampa@mwwater.com Applications must be received by April 28, 2009

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Copper Ridge Condo, Brand New, Great Deck and Views, WD, NS, NP. Call Dave @ 970-734-6058.

OAK CREEK: 2BD, 1Bath apartment, all appliances, NS, 1 pet negotiable, 1st & security. $895 per month includes utilities. Joe 846-3542 STEAMBOAT:One room efficiency apartment, full bath, full kitchen, pets possible. Fireplace. NS. $1,000 includes utilities. 846-4420 OAK CREEK:2BR, 1BA Apartment. Heat, water & sewer included. $695 monthly + deposit NS, Pet negotiable. Available immediately (970)846-6218

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA partially Furnished, Internet, Cable Included, Bus-Route, WD, Hot-Tub, mountain. NS, NP $1450 1st, Last, Security. 970-871-7921 STEAMBOAT:1,000 sq.ft. Live or Work with 1,000 sq.ft. warehouse. 3 phase power, fire alarm, sprinkler, large swing and overhead doors, internet, passive solar. This is an excellent property with great neighbors. 970-879-6667 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA. Close walk to downtown. Willing to negotiate. $1,600 monthly, NS, NP. All utilities included. 970-846-1598 STEAMBOAT: 2bd, 2ba, Powder Ridge. Fully furnished, pet friendly. $1200 monthly plus electric and gas. First, last and deposit due on signing. Lease negotiable. Available Now. 303-519-7515. STEAMBOAT:Fully Furnished 1Bd, 1Ba on the mountain, $1250 month-to-month, or $1000 monthly for 6 month lease, includes all utilities. 970-846-1031 STEAMBOAT: 1BD, 1BA, Shadow Run, WD, partially furnished. NS, NP, $950 a month. 970-456-3739

STEAMBOAT:Wonderful Furnished 1BD in town $1,000 month. Includes utilities, wireless internet, Direct-TV, beautiful views! NS, NP. First, Last, Deposit (970)879-3118

STEAMBOAT: ON MOUNTAIN. 2bd, 2ba condo at Timber Run, completely furnished, pool, hot tub, sauna, wd in unit, stunning remodel just completed. Available April 1, $1,650 month see www.steamboat319.com or 608-347-6208

OAK CREEK: Large studio apartment - 1BD apartment, both in great condition! $675 monthly includes all utilities, dish. 970-819-2849

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA apartment in 5BD house. Includes garage, WD. Responsible couple preferred. Pet Friendly $1250 monthly + utilities. Available Now. Call Russ 203-253-6509

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, great views, cable TV, internet, gas fireplace, hottub, covered parking, NS, NP lease $1400 negotiable Available 4-15. 917-292-7286

STEAMBOAT:3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Furnished Condo on Mountain. W/D, NP, NS. Steamboat Home Management & Realty 879-1982

STEAMBOAT: Very nice studio apartments available. WD, utilities, cable, and internet included. NP, First, last, security. References required. $725 monthly. (970)871-9918 or (970)846-5358

1BD Walton Village, new paint, carpet, W/D. Available immediately. $825 monthly includes cable. Call (415) 845-0130

STEAMBOAT:Sunray Meadows 2BD, 2BA, garage, WD, NS, NP, Building 11. Spectacular views, Most utilities included. Available Now Tim (480) 831-1970

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, Charming new detached guest house/apt. in Old Town. Open studio, floor plan. W/D, NS, Pets? $850 monthly + utilities. Available 5/1. 970-846-5667

STEAMBOAT:1BR, 1BA unfurnished suite in new house. Excellent mountain location, separate entrance, full kitchen, W/D. NS, NP. $1000 monthly includes most utilities. Nelson 970-846-8338

STEAMBOAT:2BD Condo near Gondola. Nicely remodeled. Avail 5/16. $1,350 + utils. NP, NS. 970.547.4662 STEAMBOAT:Spring Meadows Condo Available May 1st. 2BD, 1BA, unfurnished, close to mountain. $1100 monthly plus S.D. NS, NP. By appointment (970)879-2373

STEAMBOAT:GREAT LOCATION: 1BD, 1BTH on Yampa St, backyard, pets OK, OPEN NOW, some utilities included $785 mo. Call Jill 846-7801

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Remodeled, top corner unit, mountain views. Fireplace, wood floors, WD, hot tub & pool, NS, NP. $1150 monthly (970)736-1204

CRAIG: DOWNTOWN Large 2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments.Furnished, parking, laundry facilities. All electric kitchens including DW, disposals. Small pets ok. Call (970)824-7120

STEAMBOAT:Beautiful top floor 3BD, 2BA with slate tile and hardwood floors. Open floor plan, great mountain views, FP. NP. $1,350/month. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294

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STEAMBOAT:Mountain Condo. 2BD, 1BA + large 1 car garage. W/D, on bus route. $1150 + utilities. NS, NP. Call 819-5514

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STEAMBOAT:WOW! $950 monthly, IN TOWN, cozy, clean, unfurnished 2BR, 1BA. Pets negotiable. Limited persons and cars. Gas heat, water - LOW UTILITIES. 970-734-4919

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STEAMBOAT:HUD Homes! 4 Bed, 2 ba $37,900 or $413/mo! Stop Renting (5% dw, 30 yrs @ 8%) For Listings Call 800-576-6921 xT480

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Clinical Specialist. Full-time, salaried, exempt, benefited position in Craig. This position will promote safe, quality patient/client care as a clinical resource in the Northwest Colorado Community Health Center. Will also supervise select staff and may provide patient care. Three years experience as an RN required and experience in community health center preferred. Requires excellent computer and communication skills. Apply in person at 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101, Steamboat Springs. For questions, please email ggarrison@nwcovna.org. EOE.

HR COORDINATOR EEO/AA

is hiring for the full time position of: FRONT DESK AGENT, PIECE RATE HOUSEKEEPER, MAINTENANCE POSITION - FT & PT available. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS. Year round employment. Full Time Employee (32 hours) Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, Potential Tuition Reimbursement, Discounted hotel room rates at Wyndham core properties. Apply in person at 900 Pine Grove Circle (Across from the Tennis Bubble) EOE, VETERANS, DV, M, F

STEAMBOAT:Timbers 1BD, 1BA, fireplace, NS, pets negotiable, $1,000 includes electric, water, trash. Lease negotiable. 1st, last, dep. 970-819-9222.

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 3BA, furnished. Bus route, hottub, pool, WD, cable, NS, NP. $2,100/month. Discount Available. 6-1yr lease. First, last, deposit. Call-879-2344

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STEAMBOAT: Awesome furnished 2BD, 2BA, short term rental at The Pines. $1450 monthly, weekly rates available. NS, NP 846-3875

OAK CREEK:2BD, 2BA, 1 car garage. Brand new condominium in Oak Creek for rent. Pets allowed. $1,500 monthly 970-846-3597

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, 1-car garage. Deck, FP, WD, bus route. Most utilities included. NS, NP. $1500 monthly, 6 month lease discount. 5/1. 846-0402

STEAMBOAT:2 bedroom, 1-3, 4 Bath apartment in private home between Mt, & Town. Furnished. No pets. $1400 monthly plus heat & elec. (970)879-8161

STEAMBOAT:Luxurious 1BD, 1BD furnished Storm Meadows Club. Pool, Hot tub, gym, tennis, laundry, internet. $1100 includes utilities. NS, NP, lease negotiable. (970)819-6933

STEAMBOAT:One Bedroom condo available now to Dec. Brand new condo in new building at Trappeur’ s Crossing Resort. High end finishes, private hottub, fully furnished with flat screen TVs. Perfect for a summer retreat. All the amenities a luxury resort has to offer. Pools, fitness center, tennis courts. $1200 includes all utilities. 970.846.9449

STEAMBOAT:Affordable rentals.1, 2, 3 bedroom condominiums available on the mountain. Some with garages. NP, NS. Starting at $900. Lisa 970-879-5100 STAGECOACH: 2bedroom, 1bath Wagon Wheel Condo. No pets, no smoking. $850 month, furnished or unfurnished. 720-244-5514 STEAMBOAT:Sunray 2BD, 2BA furnished on bus line, vaulted ceiling, WD, 2-car heated garage. Includes heat & water. Call mike 846-8692 STEAMBOAT: 1BD, 1BA Walton Village Condo. Available immediately, NS, NP First, Last, Deposit $875 monthly + utilities. Susan 819-2300 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Walton Village Condo upper unit, furnished, WD, NP, NS. Available April 25th. $850 month + utilities First, Last, Deposit. 970-691-0251, 970-871-6253. STEAMBOAT:Sunray Meadows 1BD, 1BA, heated garage $1100; Shadow Run 2BD, 2BA pool $1300; Both furnished, FP, HTB, WD, Cable, Net, trash, NS, NP all except electric. Call 879-8726 or 846-1407

STEAMBOAT:ON MOUNTAIN 2BD, 2BA beautifully remodeled, leather furniture, w/d, granite, stainless, flatscreen, wireless, DTV, INCREDIBLE VIEWS! NP, NS. $1400 monthly + utilities. 970-846-3590

STEAMBOAT: STORMWATCH - 1BD, 2BA, sunny, views, walk to mountain, bus. $850 month, NP, NS. 819-4345 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, mountain area, fully furnished, NP, NS. $1100 monthly (970)819-1540 STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA Sundance Creek condo WD, garage, on the bus route, gas fireplace, hot tub, NS, NP 970-734-6059 STEAMBOAT:1BD newly remodeled, fully furnished, on mountain, WD, NS, NP. $950 month, available now Julie (970)819-5401 STEAMBOAT:Top floor 2BD, 2BA condo in a great ski area location. High ceilings, FP, 2 decks, W/D, on bus route, 1 car garage. NP. $1650/month - includes heat and cable. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. “ROCKIE’S CONDO” Studio loft, fully furnished, includes utilities. Available May 3 - May 17th, $25 per day; May 31 - Sept 8 $35 per day; Sept 27 - Oct 11 $25 per day. Smoke free No pets 303-916-2138 or 303-369-5770 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA fully furnished condo. Newly remodeled, cable, Wash/Dryer, storage unit, internet included. NP, NS. $1,500 month plus electric., available immediately. betsymurphy53@comcast.net. STEAMBOAT:1 & 2 bedroom Condos on Mountain, all utilities paid, furnished, laundry, DW, hot tub, parking. Starting at $900 870-1593 STEAMBOAT:Furnished, very private creek side, Burgess Creek. Very clean, 2bd, 3ba, attached garage. $1,600 month. Michael Available May 1 (949)433-1708 STEAMBOAT: GREAT LANDLORD LOOKING FOR GREAT TENANT! 2bd unit available. 846-3353

Price Reduced $200 monthly! 3bed, 2.5bath duplex-garage, end of cul-de-sac, walk to Whistler Park, bus & bike path. Dog ok. $1600 monthly. (970)879-7999

OAK CREEK:3BD, 1BA house in Oak Creek. Woodstove, fenced yard, w/d hookup, detached garage, pets negotiable. $950 monthly + utilities. (928)925-8095

HAYDEN:Valleyview Work OR Live. Large 1150 sqft 2BD, 2BA + 1150 sqft heated storage with overhead door. Great views! New construction. $1500 month. 819-1788 or 870-0169

STEAMBOAT: Above Oldtown. One half Duplex in quiet family neighborhood, 3BD, 2BA + 2 car heated garage. Fenced yard, small dogs negotiable, no cats please. Year lease. $2000 monthly + utilities. First, last, deposit. (970)871-0255, leave message.

STEAMBOAT:Tamarack Point, 3bd, 2.5ba, one car garage. Huge unfinished basement. Nice family neighborhood. Available May 1th, flexible lease. $2100 MONTH 736-2315.

STEAMBOAT:Chinook Lane, 2BD, 2BA on bus-route. Furnished, WD, NS, lease. 1st, last, deposit $1500month + utilities. Cable included! Call 970-222-0913

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA downtown, 2 car oversized heated garage. Brand new, in floor heat, wood floors, WD, Pets negotiable, $1,600 month. Marc 970-846-0218

STEAMBOAT:Beautiful condo, furnished, 2BD, 2BA, deck, shuttle. Hot tub & sauna. $1700 includes gas, cable, water & internet. Available May 1st. 970-846-5323 STEAMBOAT: Newer 2 BR, 2 BA Sundance Creek Condos with FP, deck, W/D & garage. Quality finishes, excellent location & views. NS/NP. $1600 plus utilities. Available now. Nelson 970-846-8338

STEAMBOAT: NEW 3BR, 2.5BA, 2-CAR HEATED GARAGE. MOUNTAIN VIEW, SNOW REMOVAL. 328 PARKVIEW DRIVE, NS, PETS NEGOTIABLE. $2400/MONTH, REDUCED. 970-819-1890

STEAMBOAT: Large, 2BD, 2BA + loft, one car garage, NS, NP, WD, DW, on mountain. Cable, water, trash included. 846-4037 STEAMBOAT:Condo Rental: 4Bdrm, 4Bath, fully furnished. Outside deck, WD, garage, fireplace. Complex has pool and hot tubs. Across the street from gondola. NP, NS in unit. $2,100.00 month. Call Megan 720-335-6562 or e-mail megangillick@gmail.com STEAMBOAT:Spring Sale until June 12th! $300 per week or $1,000 monthly! Furnished 2BD, 2BA, Sunray Meadows, garage, NS, NP. (720)581-3299 STEAMBOAT:Ski Trail Lane. 1BD, 1BA, beautifully remodeled, furnished, w/d, granite, gas fireplace, flatscreen, wireless, NP, NS, cable, parking. All utilities included $1150. (202)415-4790.

STEAMBOAT:Large 3BD, 2.5BA West End Village Duplex. 1 car attached garage, all appliances, gas fireplace, view, on school bus route, NS, NP, 1st, last, security. $1,675 month plus utilities. Call 870-8976 OAK CREEK: 3BD, 2BA, newer duplex. Washer, Dryer. NS, NP. $1000 month + utilities First, last, deposit. (970) 846-1616 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, mountain, 1600 sq ft, heated floors, WD, NS, NP. Available May 1st. $1500 + utilities & deposit. 970-393-0980 STEAMBOAT:4BD, 2BA upper 1/2 of duplex, on mountain, 1-car garage, bus route, WD, DW, pet OK. 879-5811 STEAMBOAT: 2BD,1BA lower duplex, WD , near bus stop, on mountain, pet ok. 879-5811

STEAMBOAT:Private ski area home located on Val D’Isere. 2BD, 1BA. Deck, Garage, FP, Dog Neg. $1400/month. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. STEAMBOAT:On the mountain, bus-route, close to park, great neighborhood. 4BD, 2BA, 2-car garage, WD, NS. $2,400month plus utilities. 970- 846-1984 Steamboat: 4BR, 3.5BA, 2 car garage, 3000 sq.ft home on Hunters Drive. Hot Tub, Rec Room, furnished or unfurnished, pets negotiable. NS. $2850 per month + utilities. 879-5351. STEAMBOAT:Charming mountain home near shopping, hospital & Resort area. 3BD, 2BA, unfurnished, WD, FP, 2-car garage. NS, NP $1800mo. 870-3310 STEAMBOAT: $300 off first month. Charming Downtown Home 2BD, 1BTH, WD, NP, NS, Available now. $1600 month. Call 879-5891 STAGECOACH:$1750 monthly. Open space & lake & mountain views, 3BR, 2.5BA single family home + 2 car garage, W/D, fireplace, 2 decks, tile upgrades, storage, pets & lease negotiable. Greg 970-846-7292. 2bd+ loft, 1.5ba, sunny log home with gourmet kitchen, great room, gas fireplace, 360 degree views. Detached garage with shop. 3 miles north of Steamboat. $1800, utilities included. First, last, security. Year lease. Pets considered. Available 5-1. 879-3737, 819-2790.

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 1BA, fireplace, sauna, WD, NP, NS, on 5 acre subdivision. 3 miles to town. Couple ideal, low rent. (970)879-0321

STEAMBOAT:3bed+den, 2ba, W/D. Great views, hottub, between mountain and downtown. Storage available. Pets negotiable $2,250 first/last/deposit. (720)810-0870

STEAMBOAT:Apartment in old town. Available 5-1. 2.5BD, 1.5BA, NS, pets negotiable, WD, 1 car garage. $1300 monthly + gas. (970)870-0594

STEAMBOAT: Old Town 3BD, 2BA, garage. Totally new kitchen, laundry, floors, roof. WD, Nice Yard, pet considered. $1950 month. 846-3117 STEAMBOAT:House On The Mountain - 3BD, 2BA, garage, on bus route and Core Trail. Fenced yard, pets negotiable, furnished or unfurnished. Short or long term lease. $2300 + utilities. Available May 1st. Call (970)819-2879 STEAMBOAT:Downtown 3BD, 1BA, furnished or unfurnished. Large sunny yard, very near Butcher Knife Park, Creek. WD, NS, pets negotiable. Lease term negotiable. $2100 monthly + utilities. Available Immediately (970)846-4220 STEAMBOAT: Beautiful Log Home 9 miles from town. 5BD, 5.5BA Studio, 3 car garage, Great views! $3,500 monthly. (970) 879-1982

STEAMBOAT:Sunny Pamela Lane 3BD, 2BA, with vaulted ceilings & garage. WD, NS, pet? Walk into downtown. $2,000 month. Call 846-1007

STEAMBOAT-ALPINE MEADOWS. 2 BD, 2.5 BA, W/D, nicely furnished, very clean, walk in closets, near river & trails. NS, NP. $1450 monthly includes util. Avail 5/1. 970-819-2519. STEAMBOAT: Old town Steamboat, Roommate needed, 2BA, partially furnished, WD. May 1st through October 1st. 970-367-3100 Woodbridge Townhomes. Whistler Road Sunny, convenient - 3BD, 2½BA, heated garage, gas fireplace, bus route. WD, DW, NS, NP. $1,500 monthly. 879-6200, Ext. 16.

STEAMBOAT:Brand new 3 bdrm 2.5 bth 2-car heated garage, between town and mountain, $2050 per month plus utilities, pets negotiable. 970-846-3480 STEAMBOAT:Modern 3bedroom, 2bath, 2 car garage, between downtown and mountain, bus route. 12 month lease, furniture available. $1800 monthly. 970-819-0854 Whistler Townhome 2BD, 1 1/2 bath pool jacuzzi $1200 month includes cable. First, last, deposit. Available 5/1/09. Contact Alex 727-249-6944 STEAMBOAT:READY TO RENT! Unfurnished 3BR, 2BA, 2 car garage. Clean, quiet, fantastic views, close to town and mountain. Low utilities. Plowing, trash removal paid. Pets considered $1500 month 734-4919.

CLARK: Steamboat Lake. Beautiful log home for rent. Furnished, 5 BR, 3BA. $2,000 mo plus tenant paid utilities. Call for pics and details. (303)698-9279 HAYDEN:2BR, 1BA, pet ok-dep. 3 people max. First, last, security required, 1 year lease, NS. Credit & rental application required. $960 Month 970-846-0046 coltoncreek@aol.com STEAMBOAT:Old town 2-3 bdrm home, 3 blks from Lincoln, new bath, laundry, and DW, ideal for couple, pets okay, 1st & security $1500 monthly plus utilities. Call (970)871-1130

STEAMBOAT:Charming house Downtown. 3BD, 1BA, year lease. $1,450 monthly. Available May 1st. 970-846-0230

STEAMBOAT:4bdr 2ba $489 monthly! Foreclosure! Stop Renting! 5% dw, 30 yrs @ 8% apr! For Listings Call 800-576-6921 xB030

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1.5Bath, Ski Time Square, furnished, DW, underground parking, hot-tubs, most utilities. NP. References. Minutes from Gondola. $1000 month. 303-589-6929.

STEAMBOAT:Executive 3Bed, 3.5Bath Home Convenient Hilltop location! Unfurnished Hot tub, Home Theater, Granite, Lease Purchase option available, NS, NP $2,500 month negotiable. Available now. 918-859-0554

STEAMBOAT:Old Town House 464 8th $1950 P/M WD, 3B, 2B, Pet OK, Yard. Available Now. 303-875-8862

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, 3357 Apres Ski Way, WD. Walking distance to Gondola. NP, $1300 monthly + deposit & utilities. (303)916-5363

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA on mountain, no stairs, utilities and TV included, garage, W&D, NP, NS, $1,500 monthly, available May 1, 846-0303

STEAMBOAT:4BD, 3BA, Fully furnished, NS, No cats, small dog considered. Single or double occupancy only! $1,800 +utilities. Mature applicants please call (818)720-1134

STEAMBOAT:Old Town, 3BD, 1 3/4BA, WD, gas, near schools & bus, NS, NP. Treed yard & decks. First, last, $1000 deposit. $1550 monthly. 970-879-3233

STEAMBOAT:4BD, 1/2 Duplex between town & mountain. Heated garage & drive, hot tub & 4 decks. Wow! $2400/monthly. Call Greg Forney 970-870-1020

3BD, 2BA, off Tamarack. WD, DW, NS, pets considered. views. $1950 monthly, 1st, last, security. Year lease. Utilities included. (970)846-2225

STEAMBOAT:Old Town, 1bd, 1bath house, furnished. Great location-walk everywhere. Big yard, $900 monthly. Quiet dogs ok. Aval. 4/1, 970-819-0833

STEAMBOAT:Quiet Steamboat Blvd. home, unfurnished, 3 + bedrooms, 2.5 baths, views, den, fireplace. No smoking, Responsible pet owners welcome. $2,850 month plus deposit. 970-819-2200

HAYDEN:3 bedrooms, 2 baths, den/hobby room (could be small 4th BR). Two story corner lot with fenced back yard, storage shed long detached garage. $1300.00. Per month + deposit, all utilities and city services. Call Dutch (970) 846-1676

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA, very nice, 2300 sf, fully furnished or unfurnished, private town setting, aspens, mountain views. $2200 monthly 970-879-8656

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STEAMBOAT:2BR, 2.5BA remodeled end unit. Must see! W/D, cable included. $1450 plus low utilities. NS, pets negotiable. May 1st! 970-846-7792 STEAMBOAT:New luxury 4BD, 4BA large 2 car garage on bus route. NS, NP, $2500 unfurnished or $2800 furnished per month. Chuck 879-2871 STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Whistler Village, Furnished, $1250 + utilities. Hottub & pool. WD, NP. Short or long term, Call (970)846-7341 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1.5BA Whistler Townhome. Partially furnished, WD, deck, pool, hot tub on site. NS, NP. $1400 month includes most utilities. 1st, last, security. 846-2451. STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Whistler- Nice unit fully furnished except beds. $1200 monthly. Month-month ok. 303-638-0956 STEAMBOAT:Downtown Living! 2bed, 2.5bathModern amenities, large kitchen, WD, gas FP. Charming, convenient, NS, references. Available 5/1. $1500 mo. 846-6114

OAK CREEK: 2001 Mobile home 2BD, 1BA, furnished. Willow Hill trailer, Oak Creek. All utilities & Dish Included. $700 monthly. (970) 846-5877 CRAIG: Mobile home for rent. Nicely remodeled. For more information call, (970)-629-5557 or (970)-948-5002.

STEAMBOAT:Downtown 3BD, 2BA, WD, NS, NP. Available May. $1875 monthly, first, last, security. 303-378-5543

STEAMBOAT:2BED, 1BATH, Oversized garage; fits 2 cars. long-term lease. Newly remodeled/painted, excellent condition. NP, $975 per month, includes water and trash. (970)846-0588

STEAMBOAT:Downtown house, 1BD, loft, 1BA, excellent location: Soda Creek and 1-way street. $1,250 monthly, Year lease, available May 1st. 970-871-1700

STEAMBOAT:Remodelled 3BD, 2.5BA, large master suite, mud room, storage shed, privacy fence. West Acres #69. $1,350 (970)846-5646

STEAMBOAT:Furnished Herbage Townhome, 3bd, 3ba. On mountain on bus route. $2100 monthly includes heat, water, cable. NS, NP. Available 6-1. 303-525-9102 STEAMBOAT:$2,400 monthly, 4BD, 4BA FURNISHED Townhome between Mtn & town on bus route. Views, 1 car garage, W/D. (303)815-0535 STEAMBOAT: 1st class finishes, two bedrooms+ loft, master bedroom, 2+ bathrooms. Hot tub, WD, DW, garage, NS, $1,695 520-975-6912 STEAMBOAT:Ultra-luxe 3-level, 4BD, 4.5BA, 2 car garage, fully furnished (luxe), NS, No cats, Dogs negotiable. Walking distance to gondola. 6-mo/1-yr. $2,950/mo. (303)204-1202 STEAMBOAT: Whistler Village Townhome, 2BD, 1BA, new carpet, new paint, updated appliances. WD, NS, NP. Hot tub, Pool, $1100 + utilities. First, last, deposit. Call 970-846-8186.

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HAYDEN:2BD, 1.5 BA townhome with new upgrades, 1 car garage, W/D hookups. NP. 1 year lease. $850 monthly. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. STEAMBOAT:Luxury Duplex, incredible views, 3 BD, 2.5 BA, leasing now with flexible terms, high end furnishings included, $2,700 month, 2 car garage, no smoking (303)904-2377 STEAMBOAT: Beautiful 4BD, 3.5BA, 1 car garage, between mountain and town, bus route, WD, NS, NP. $2100 monthly. 846-6423.

CRAIG:Furnished single family home in nice neighborhood, WD, kitchen privileges, private bathroom, call 824-5058. $400 monthly plus utilities. NS, NP. STEAMBOAT:Partially furnished room in home just West of Steamboat. Great location, $500 + deposit, some utilities, no lease 871-6198. STEAMBOAT:Room for rent in three bedroom Mountain Vista Townhome. Low utilities. $500 a month. Available May 1st. 952.240.4634 STEAMBOAT: 2 unfurnished rooms, each with private bath, 3BD, 3BA duplex downtown. WD, fireplace, deck, great views, wifi, NS, NP. $650 monthly + utilities. Available now (970)846-6233 STEAMBOAT:1 BR available in house downtown starting 4-7-09. Walk to town. Laid back, responsible person wanted, NP. $450+utilities. $200/Deposit. 970-291-9593 STEAMBOAT:Sundance Creek, 1BD, garage, storage, cable, WD, hottub, on the bus route, 1st, Last, Deposit. Call for pricing. 970-846-9319 HAYDEN:Rooms available in Hayden. Long-term rentals $500 per month plus utilities, NS, NP. 970-276-4545 or 970-276-2079

STEAMBOAT:2BD, Shared bath available in 4BD, 3BA, Duplex. Internet, HDTV, WD, Storage, NS, NP, $600, split of utilities, deposit, 970-846-6034 STEAMBOAT:Room for rent with private bathroom. Hot tub, garage access, on bus line. $675/month includes utilities. Call Rick 846-9983.

STEAMBOAT:First month free. Professional suites and individual offices available at 1205 Hilltop Pkwy from $600. Lofted ceilings, AC, security, plenty of parking, great views from every office. Call Jules 879-5242 STEAMBOAT:New Riverfront commercial unit & Below Market Rent. 1400sf with two large internet ready offices with windows & warehse, garage, storage, receiving bay, good signage, parking, kitchen, bathroom, riverside patio, near bikepath. 970-846-3289 or 970-875-0845 or kath@evodesign.biz STEAMBOAT:RIVERSIDE PLACE AGGRESSIVELY PRICED STARTING AT $10 FT. Several square foot age options available for retail, office, restaurant space. Jim Hansen (970)846-4109 Thaine Mahanna (970)846-5336 Old Town Realty

STEAMBOAT:Office Suites Available for Immediate Occupancy. Conference room accessible. Long/short term available. Starting at $400 per month. All inclusive Call Bruce 846-0262

STEAMBOAT: Bright, sunny office spaces with great signage at the Copper Clock Building along Elk River Road. 284SF and 470SF. ONLY $350 and $550 mo! Call Central Park Management at 879-3294.

STEAMBOAT: 800sqft Warehouse #3, Yampa Valley Business Park. $825/monthly. Call Tom at 879-1708

STEAMBOAT: Office space for Free! Single to large executive suite in a professional building great parking,1st month Free 970-870-3473 STEAMBOAT:Spacious executive office space available in May. 1200 sqft. Pine Grove area. Easy access, unlimited parking. Call Mark 879-6519 mjthomsen@qwestoffice.net STEAMBOAT:Entrepreneurs seeking office space for new - growing business check out Bogue Enterprise Center at CMC. Great rates, one year leases, copy center, meeting rooms, SCORE counseling available. Call 870-4491

STEAMBOAT:WAREHOUSE SPACES AVAILABLE. AFFORDABLE RENTS IN TOUGH ECONOMY. $7.50 SF - NNN FOR MORE DETAILS. CALL TRAVIS AT 879-6831

STEAMBOAT:1BD, private bath, separate entrance, storage space, WD, NS, NP, on MT, bus route. Available May 1st, $700 no utilities, 846-3331, furnished 3BD townhouse to share with one person.

STEAMBOAT:Executive Office Suites Available at the Historic Old Pilot Building Great downtown location with full amenities: Phone System, Wireless Internet, Cable TV, Conference Room, and Kitchen. Contact Rhianna at (970)875-0999

STEAMBOAT:1 bdrm in 3bdrm, 3bath condo on mtn. WD, storage space, private bath, fireplace, DW, Deck, Pool, Tennis. NS, NP. $660 monthly + split utilities. Available mid April. 819-4799.

STEAMBOAT: 427 Oak St. Available Immediately, 1850 Sq Ft For further info Call Janet 879-0642/846-6962

STEAMBOAT:Downtown 7th Street location. Furnished Master Suite in fabulous home. $1,000 mo. - Includes utilities, cable, parking ns, np. 875-0700. No lease.

STEAMBOAT:Exceptional Downtown Locations! Office spaces ranging from 175 to 325 SF. 1st and 2nd floor units. COMPETITIVE & NEGOTIABLE LEASE RATES! Call Central Park Management at 879-3294.

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STEAMBOAT:Join an impressive tenant roster with one left 30% discount! Professional office space. Excellent location, plentiful parking. 255SF to 6000SF. 879-9133

STEAMBOAT: Have interest in purchasing a property within Steamboat city limits. Wiling to consider all properties up to $375,000. Please call 303-903-8772

STEAMBOAT:HUGE master with private bath & walk in closet. $700 monthly Available now. Many extras and dogs OK. 831-818-7822 STEAMBOAT:1 Bdrm in 3bdrm Apt Avail 4/15-11/15 NP, NS $500 monthly, Dep, WD, Elec Included 775-340-9344 CRAIG:ROOM 4 RENT condo, rooms upstairs, full privileges, WD cable, DSL, phone. $470 Utilities included. 1st & last. (970) 620-4653

STEAMBOAT:1 furnished bedroom available in quiet, comfortable three-bedroom home. On bus route. WD, cable, internet. NS, NP. $700 includes all utilities. No lease, no deposit, no first or last required. Month-to-month. Laura 871-7638 or 870-1430 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, Fully furnished, on bus route, NS, walk to mountain. (970)846-8280 STEAMBOAT:1BD available in Whistler Village month to month utilities included. NP, NS, WD, $700 monthly fully furnished. Must be employed. 303-475-5260

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RETAIL - Howelsen Place Center of Downtown 1,200 - 3,500 SF Food Service and Boutique Retail, Flexible Terms. OFFICE - Prestigious location center of Downtown 700 - 1400 SF Tons of light, Howelsen Place Call Jon Sanders 970.870.0552 HAYDEN: 3100 sq ft warehouse with office and full bath/shower – 2 12 foot truck doors and man doors on either side. Could divide. New, landscaped and ready to lease @ $10.80 per foot. Valley View Industrial Park, a great midpoint location between Craig and Steamboat. Call Dutch (970) 846-1676.

Successful year round guest ranch business for lease or option to buy. Owner financing may be available. Great growth potential! Call 970-879-6220

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The Mugshot Coffee Shop / Bakery and Wine Bar. Established (8 years), turn-key business in the growing community of Oak Creek. Call Jane for details: 819 2536.

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STEAMBOAT:Impress your clients with Class A Professional office space. 850SF to 6000SF. Lease/Option. Financing available. Central location, plentiful parking. 879-9133

Steller Quail Run 2BD, 2BA, 1-car garage + lots of storage. Top Floor corner unit with ski mountain views. $405,000. Call Roy Powell, RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661 Ski-in Ski-out Offered at $749,000 #124658. Best priced, Gold rated, 2 bed, 2 bath Torian Plum in excellent condition, 1240 sq ft, turn key 7th floor unit with incredible views of the ski area. Close to all the action - concerts, food, lifts, skiing, hiking/biking in the summer. Year round amenities - outdoor pool, hot tub, shuttle, and much more. Great rentals through Resort Quest. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty

UNDER CONTRACT!! Ridiculous Value $399,900! MLS#124809 Two bedroom plus loft with two bathrooms. Beautifully remodeled, furnished, views, turn-key. Almost everything is new! Tour: www.propertypanorama.com/43829. MOUNTAIN TWO BEDROOM! Exceptional Value $259,900 MLS#122773 Perfect for local/2nd homeowners. New windows, pets allowed, views, two blocks to base area, ready for sweat equity! Tour: www.propertypanorama.com/43173. LOCALS STARTER CONDO! Extreme Value. $179,900 MLS#124806 Great square footage, low HOA dues! Pets allowed, WD. 100% financing + an $8,000 tax credit = make Steamboat home. Tour: www.propertypanorama.com/57622. Ski Town Realty, Bruce Tormey, Realtor BruceT34@yahoo.com (970)846-8867

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HAYDEN/STEAMBOAT: Airport Garages, Spring Special! Own a heated 12’ x 22’ storage unit for cars, home or business. $39,900 now $24,900 on a limited # of units. On site shuttle/clubhouse and manager. Rentals also available. AirportGarages.com (970)879-4440

STEAMBOAT:Enjoy country living on small ranch about 10 minutes West of Steamboat, on Trout Creek. One room available $600 monthly. 879-3699

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STEAMBOAT:Warehouse: Live or Work 2,000 sq.ft. 3 phase power, fire alarm, sprinkler, large swing and overhead doors, internet, passive solar. This is an excellent property with great neighbors. 970-879-6667

STEAMBOAT:Sundance @ Fishcreek. Get 3 months Reduced rent starting July 1. Prime Storefront for Office or Retail. 2032 sq ft corner space with huge windows, private bath, wet bar, great parking. Bob Larson 871-4992. STEAMBOAT:Heated Shop or warehouse and office space available for lease or sale. 1,000-4,000sqft. Starting at $1,000 a month. Call 970-870-8640

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STEAMBOAT:3BR, 3BA on mtn, bus route, WD, cable, pool, tennis & hot tub. Avail 5/1 $1,600 + utilities. 846-6853

STEAMBOAT:Mature Christian wants NS roommate, split furnished 2BD, 2BA. Cable, WD, Storage, bus, mountain. Utilities included No lease $675 846-3740

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STEAMBOAT: Need more office space?? Hilltop Document Storage is the perfect solution for storing sensitive and confidential documents. Call (970)879-5242 STEAMBOAT:Storage units for rent, 8x10’s $50 monthly, 8x15’s $75 monthly. (970) 879-1065

DAYTONA BEACH: 2BD, 2BA condo. Spruce Creek Gated Community on 18 hole Golf Course. Bargain Price. $149,000. 785-845-3709

Investment Property over 3A. Industrial with house, shop, 26 units of self storage, many existing uses. SUPER LOCATION! Bill 970-734-8069 THE VICTORIA 10th & Lincoln RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE Hal Unruh Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-875-2413

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Ski-In/Ski-Out with Ultimate Views. Offered at $569,999. #124174. Originally the developer’s unit, this top floor condo has the best views in Steamboat and the largest floorplan at the complex. Top-to-bottom remodel includes professional kitchen with brand new Jenn-aire stainless appliances, granite countertops throughout, custom cherry cabinets, brand new bathrooms including steam shower, new doors, base and case, floors, maple custom built-ins in master. You must see this unit. Priced below cost. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT: 3BD Townhome, fully furnished, on mountain, 2 car garage, hot tub at complex. $2175mo plus utilities 879-8161

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Private Mountain Living Offered at $459,500 #124862 Nicely furnished and newly updated Herbage Townhome just 2 minutes to ski area. In a floorplan split between four levels and 2119 sq. ft., you’ll find ample space for all your family and friends. This turn-key and completely furnished townhome sleeps 10 among the three bedrooms and extra sleeping rooms. Great rental income. Owners can enjoy their pets, common outdoor pool and the private hot tub that comes with this unit. Extra 600 sq. ft. of storage under unit for all your toys! Call Pam Vanatta at (970)291-8100 or Kelly Silva Stahl at (970)846-6072 www.SteamboatEstates.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Upper Level Villas Offered at $510,000 #123465 This fully-furnished Villas condominium has 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and almost 1,500 square feet of space to sprawl. The open kitchen offers plenty of countertop, contemporary cabinetry and room to dine. The living room provides lofted ceilings for a truly spacious feel, gas fireplace, leather sofa and elegant fixtures. The property has 2 outdoor hot tubs and is on the bus route. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Prime Commercial Investment Property Offered at $299,000 #122009 Excellent building location with US Hwy 40 access, easy in & out. Large overhead door and five deeded parking spaces. Tenant in place, unit is finished out with office, bathroom, shop and loft. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Shabby Chic and Perfect in Every Detail! Offered at $279,000 #124824 3 plus bedroom 2 bath, attic office, greenhouse, enclosed mud room and two separate front entrances. Complete remodel and gorgeous! Unique hand hewn log finishes and professional quality neutral glazed walls. New appliances, doors, trim and much much more… Call Michelle Diehl at (970)846-1086 www.SteamboatDream.com. See virtual tour at tourfactory.com/490556 Prudential Steamboat Realty

Under the Gondola! Offered at $325,000 #124421Ski in and ski out from this cozy and comfortable Ski Inn 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom fully furnished condominium. Enjoy the convenience of this slopeside location with direct views of the mountain and ski trails below. The superb amenities include an on-call winter shuttle, indoor & outdoor hot tubs, sun deck, sauna, laundry facilities and club house. Call Cam Boyd at (970)846-8100 or Steph Fairchild at (970)819-1131 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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FSBO-COMPLETELY REMODELED Walton Village 1BD, 1BA on greenbelt. W/D, gas fp, pool, hot tubs, tennis. A STEAL @ $205,000! MUST SEE! Call 879-8127.

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FSBO #313 Ski-inn, 2BD/2BA, Under Gondola, W/D, 987 sq.ft. $572,500 Phil (713)818-1513

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Ski Inn Condo. Offered at $425,000. #124058 Great location, ski in ski out on the mountain. Remodeled larger two bedroom unit. Bldg 1 has larger bedrooms and extra owners closets. Lower level unit gives you easy access. Views of the gondola, Emerald Mountain from the deck and living room. Beautiful fireplace in the living room. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty FSBO DEAL: Upper Walton Village 1BD. $190,000 Call 819-6209

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Steamboat Grand Property Specialist. The least expensive way to own a luxury Steamboat property! Use year round and make the most of the fabulous amenities and location. Walk to skiing, restaurants, spa, fitness center, concierge and shopping. One, two, three bedroom and even a 4 bedroom Penthouse currently available. Priced from the mid $50’s to $200K .Dave Hartley Colorado Group Realty, LLC (970)870-8800 office, (970)846-3281 cell www.mybrokers.com,dave@mybrokers.com

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Luxury ski-in - ski-out, 4bed, 4 Bath condo in the Antler’s. Furnished, stainless, granite, awesome amenities. Appraised over $2 mil., Strong nightly rental income in ski season. Looking for Real Estate around $1 mil. Licensed owner Doug Sigg Real Estate of the Rockies 303-579-3674

$100,000 Price Reduction at The Antlers. Offered at $2,300,000. #123339. Now is the time to take advantage of this buying opportunity at The Antlers. Luxury ski in/ski out slopeside residence in premier location within The Antlers @ Christie Base community. Rarely on the market, top floor unit commanding breathtaking, unobstructed views of the ski area. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath residence is beautifully appointed and offers all the conveniences one needs to enjoy the ultimate family retreat. Tastefully furnished, turn-key, and ready for your occupancy or high-end nightly rental! Call Kim Kreissig at (970)870-7872 or (970)846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Just listed! Walton Creek, 2BD, 2BA, 1020 sqft, GREAT PRICE! $249,000. RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT Roy Powell 846-1661

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STEAMBOAT:2BR, 1BA Riverside Duplex unit, New roof, carpet, paint. Nice yard, No HOA $265,000. (970)879-2025 Broker Direct MLS# 122695

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Spacious Mountain Condo Offered at $492,000 #122536 Welcome to this 2nd floor, 4-Diamond rated, furnished 2 bedroom Canyon Creek Condo just 200 yards from the mountain base. Large, open floorplan with practically new furnishings, gas fireplace and comfortable living. An outdoor patio offers westward views. Amenities include an outdoor heated pool & spa, workout facilities, on-site check-in and winter shuttle service. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat realty

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Pines Condo Offered at $299,000 #124394 This unit has just undergone an extensive remodel including new slate tile, hardwood floors, paint, appliances and countertops. This unit is sunny and bright with a delightful patio opening up to the grassy courtyard. The Pines complex offers extremely low dues and is ideally located near shopping. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 PRICE REDUCED!

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Walton Village Condo Offered at $199,500 #123649 One of the best condominiums on the market. This is a very rare offering as the Omicron building is the only building at Walton Village Condos that allows nightly rentals. This is a one bedroom, two full bath corner unit priced to sell. Enjoy all the amenities that this complex has to offer such as a swimming pool, hot tubs, tennis court and is conveniently located on the bus line. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com PRICE REDUCED! Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Luxurious Ski Out Log Home Offered at $3,495,000 #124037 Elegance with a rustic flair! This log home has picturesque views of the Steamboat Ski Area out the front, a pine-treed forest in the back and access to ski trails right from your door. You’ll find Viking appliances, double dishwashers and double sinks in the kitchen. Enjoy central sound and a downstairs home theater complete with a projection screen and wet bar. The master bedroom has a sitting area, stone fireplace and private balcony to complete this stunning mountain retreat. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Have interest in purchasing a property within Steamboat city limits. Wiling to consider all properties up to $375,000. Please call 303-903-8772 Adorable Downtown! Offered at $549,000 #124758. This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home in downtown Steamboat Springs has Butcherknife Creek running through the side yard. Open and bright main living area plus basement storage and a loft! On the corner of 6th and Pine, leave your car at home and walk to schools, parks, restaurants, shopping, hot springs, and more. A quaint back patio is perfect for barbeques or hot tubbing. As cute on the inside as it is on the outside! Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Overlook Drive Oasis Offered at $2,175,000, #122522 This 4 bedroom / 4 ½ bath home has panoramic views from the valley to downtown. The house overlooks the Rollingstone Golf Course (formerly the Sheraton) and comes with a transferable golf membership. Easy living with a main floor master and his & her walk in closets. Eat-in country kitchen has a sitting area and fireplace. Three bedrooms on the lower level have access to a covered deck and large family room with wet bar. Great storage, 1000+ square feet of unfinished space, fenced in dog yard, water features, and a spacious office with a private bath complete this special home. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

NEW HOME Energy Efficient 3bdrm/2bath, 2 car garage. Good time to buy with a price to sell! 275 Bilsing St. Craig 970-629-5427

FSBO 35 +/- acres. 2700 sq ft, 5BD, 3BA, oversized 2 car garage. Oak Creek runs through property. 17 miles South of Steamboat. Abundant Elk & Deer. No covenants. Brokers welcome. $589,000 (970)846-1558

Views, Views, Views! Offered at $3,595,000, #122380 Possibly the best views of the mountain can be seen from this 5 bedroom/ 7 bath home. The master suite is on the main level with its own office and walk out to a private hot tub. A large family room, wine cellar, great storage and incredible craftsmanship can be found in this luxury home. Call for an appointment. Completion in August of ‘08. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Foreclosure! 4bdr 2ba $32,500! Bank Foreclosures! Must Sell! For Listings Call 800-576-6921 xR406

Luxury Home in the Sanctuary Offered at $3,979,000, #122392 This home overlooks the Sheraton Golf Course with amazing views of the mountain and valley. This 5 bedroom/ 7 bath including a 1 bed caretakers unit home & backs up to 38 acres of green space.The master suite has a private deck, fireplace and oversized his and her closets. A gourmet kitchen, covered deck and media room top off this amazing home. Call for an appointment. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Foreclosures, Short Sales, & Smokin’ Hot Real Estate Deals WWW.STEAMBOATBESTBUYS.COM Updated Weekly FSBO:Own a piece of Routt County History. Updated 1730sqft 4BD, 2.5BA home on .3acres. 15 miles South of Steamboat on Highway 131. $265,000 846-8630 or 846-1558

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Brand New Homes in Hayden Area Prices range 279,900-$309,900 Brand New! These homes each have three bedrooms and two bathrooms in the newer Sagewood Subdivision in Hayden. Extras include stainless steel appliances, beautiful woodfloors, master suites and plenty of garage space. Both homes are available immediately. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

CRAIG: FSBO, Family, Friends and Fido 4BD, 2BA, 2 car garage, AC, large fenced yard, spacious deck, new windows, new kitchen, many upgrades, 1281 Crest Drive, Craig, CO. $253,000 Brokers Welcome=2% 970-824-6804, 970-629-8739

Income potential! Country home includes 1BD, 1BA accessory apartment. Main home is a 4BD, 3BA + family room on 1.7 + acres. Extra storage in 2 car garage. Great value at $ 585,000 Call Roy Powell REMAX Steamboat 846-1661

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Views! Views! Views! Offered at $729,950 #123956 Enjoy top of the world views from this 3 plus bedroom home in Silver Spur. This home sits high in the subdivision with tall windows to take in the beautiful scenery. The master is on the main floor with a large great room. The kitchen includes Rustic hickory cabinets and granite countertops. The yard has been fully landscaped including a sprinkler system that you can enjoy from your wrap around deck. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com PRICE REDUCED! Prudential Steamboat Realty

Mountain View Estates Offered at $1,075,000 #124735 Wonderful Mountain View Estates home with huge views of the Mountain. This home has beautiful interior rock walls with salt water aquarium, spacious rooms quest quarters, downstairs recreation room and remarkable outdoor entertaining area with gorgeous mature landscaping. Call The Hibbard Team at (970)846-8247 or (970)846-8536 www.steamboatliving.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Magnificent Silver Spur 4BD, 3.5BA home. Offered at $775,000 Call Roy Powell at RE/MAX STEAMBOAT (970) 846-1661

Why rent-OWN! Nicest lot in Oak Creek! Remodeled 1400 sq./ft. doublewide - Willow Hill. No money down! $750 month. 875-0700 2BR, 1BA with plenty of parking & numerous storage sheds for all your toys! Truly affordable living in Milner. $40,000. Joyce Hartless 291-9289. Colorado Group Realty.

Don’t wait to long for this one! 2BD, 1BA home. Unique opportunity. Situated on a large and magnificent lot. Fairview neighborhood. VIEWS! $470,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661

FSBO: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, wood stove, Fenced Yard. $13,500 OBO. Partial Trade Must sell moving. 970-879-3339 leave message

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Views of the Zirkles. Will Consider Trade! Aspen Tree Covered. Great views of the continental divide. Ready to build. Steamboat Lake. $125,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661

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MAGNIFICENT DOWNTOWN PARCEL! Consisting of 11 city lots measuring 275’ x 125’. Surrounded by undeveloped 3rd avenue & Pagosa Court alley. .79 acres includes 2BD, 1BA rental. Convenient downtown location. Now only $470,000. Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970)846-1661

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Woodbridge Townhomes. 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths. Heated garage. Gas fireplace. On bus route, close to trails. $399,000.00. Call 879-6200, Ext. 16.

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OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 11, 2009. 10am-2pm 1281 Crest Drive in Craig. Call for more information 970-824-6804 970-629-8739

Overlooking Trout Creek! Situated approximately 10 miles from Steamboat in a secluded location with nearly 40 acres. Exceptional opportunity to build your getaway home. $339,000. Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970)846-1661 5 acre building site for North Routt vacation home or residence in Parkside at Steamboat Lake. Beautiful wide open views, sun, easy access. Agriculture zoning. Electric and phone to lot line. Water for infiltration gallery from two seasonal streams, or site is doused if you prefer to drill. Builder services available. 970-846-5860 or 970-879-9694 FSBO @ $200,000

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RARE FIND! Offered at $895,500 #124174 400K below appraisal. Almost 2 acres, zoned for a duplex and backs up to National Forest but in the city limits, right by the ski area. Has aspen and blue spruce trees, NO beetle kill and awesome views. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

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OAK CREEK:Own $5000 down - $500 monthly. Excellent condition 2BD, 2BA, mud room, shed, large driveway, pellet stove, master bathroom with jacuzzi tub. 970-846-5276

Paonia Retirement - Clark Homestead offers energy conscious homes for elegant living, two bedroom units, with oversized garage. www.clarkhomesteadpaonia.com

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Private on cul-de-sac. 1/2acre Aspen tree covered site. Ready for your mountain home. $98,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970) 846-1661

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The Living is Good!! Offered at $315,000 #s 124615 & 124497 Priced for a short sale! Great views of the Stagecoach reservoir. 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 100% frame construction, attached two car garage, alder cabinets, granite tile countertops, hardwood floors, solid knotty pine doors and trim, slate entryway, spacious vaulted ceilings and master suite with his/her vanities and walk-in closet. 8 x 20 deck, common area park, near fishing and boating, skiing and hiking. #124615 $315,000. Also ask about #124497. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty

Beautiful South Valley Home on 35+ Acres Offered at $1,599,995 #124719 Just remodeled 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on over 35 acres in the beautiful South Valley. Enjoy the expansive views as you sit in your hot tub, or entertain in the brand new kitchen and family area, recording studio, 12-car garage. Large outbuilding for all of the toys. Only 15 minutes from downtown Steamboat. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at (970)846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Sleepy Bear 3BD, 1.5BA, WD, refrigerator, great shape. $44,000 Call 879-3721

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LOG HOME & CABIN PACKAGE - 1757 sq ft $60,900.00; 615 sq ft - 31,900. 719-686-0404 or www.highcountryloghomes.NET. Many other models available.

Magnificent Large Lot on Ridge Road Offered at $750,000 #124724 1.3 Acre on the Mountain with views of Mountain and Valley. Water, sewer, electric, gas, phone and driveway to lot. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Reality

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Great Location Offered at $835,000 #124046 Great location with easy access to public schools, Spring Creek Trail, and downtown area. Sitting on two city lots this 3 bed, 2 bath home is loaded with potential. A feeling of privacy, views of the Ski area, great fenced back yard with water feature plus mature trees with landscaping and large deck for entertaining or enjoying morning coffee. 2 car garage and storage shed. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty FSBO: Cute, downtown, great location. 389 3rd Street. Includes accessory apartment. Owner/Broker Call Roy Powell RE/MAX STEAMBOAT (970)846-1661

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100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Remodeled & Cheap, 2 BD, laundry,1/2 Mi from ski base $257,000 Single Family, 2+ BD, fenced yard, storage, $237,000 Liquidation, 2 BD, Garage, $195,000 Less Than Rent, 2 BD, Stgch, $199,000 Never Lived In,3+ BD,Bsment $329,900 BEST BUYS IN STEAMBOAT Only $159,000 - 4 BD w/ 2 Car Garage Lowest priced 2 BD w/ garage $339,900 Low dues 3 BD, Gar, pets ok, $409,000 Deal on 2 BD, Mtn, Garage, $419,000 Steal- 4+BD, Gar,Mtn Views $599,000 NEW Stmbt Home, 14.9 acres, $625,000 On Core Trail, 3 BD, 2 Gar, $735,000 STMBT BLVD, 3+ BD, Gar,$848,000 Best Views - 35 Acres, 4+ BD $850,000 FOR VIRTUAL OR BEST BUY TOURS VISIT WWW.SteamboatBestBuys.com Lisa Olson/Beth Bishop Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-846-0713/970-846-7523

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Dream Island 3BD, 1BA, completely remodeled, new cabinets, appliances, carpet, storm windows, roof, wood trim. 100% financing to qualified buyers. $37,500 Don Kotowski Rocky Mountain Real estate 846-8081 or 846-7522

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Immaculate Single Family Home Offered at $779,000, #121389 Offering the ultimate location close to Whistler Park, minutes from the Ski Area, and easy access to the Core Trail. Fabulously remodeled in 2007 – no expense spared in this lovely home. Exterior has rustic appointments with real log siding. Owner has dramatically improved the property with the addition of new redwood deck (with great views of ski hill), installation of an irrigation system, a new stone patio, additional landscaping including a rock wall and new three-rail fence. Interior offers a great open floor plan with vaulted T&G wood ceilings. Home is warm and charming with luxury appointments that include new appliances, hickory cabinetry, slate flooring and slate shower surrounds. Truly a MUST SEE residence. Call Kim Kreissig at (970)870-6470 or (970)846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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For sale or trade for Routt County property. Beautiful Colorado Springs, Black Forest Custom Home with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 car garage and 6,374 sq. ft. Gated community. Stunning views. $899,000. Call 970-879-8655 for more information. Realtors welcome.

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