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Olin Clark, head lineman for Galaxy Aviation, attaches a fuel hose to a jet Friday at Yampa Valley Regional Airport. Town officials say the state of Colorado has not given the town its share of sales tax revenues from fuel sales at the airport.

Hayden seeks fuel funds Martin: State is holding money from YVRA sales because of confusion Blythe Terrell

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Hayden officials are pressing lawmakers to help retrieve thousands of dollars in sales tax from fuel sales at Yampa Valley Regional Airport. The Colorado Department of Revenue hasn’t remitted sales tax collected the last few months of 2008, Town Manager Russ Martin said. The town hasn’t seen any of the money that’s

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come in since Galaxy Aviation took over as fixed-base operator last fall. Hayden officials estimate that the town is owed $60,000 to $70,000, Martin said. Martin said he thinks the state has the money but hasn’t handed it over because of confusion about a sales tax license. State officials haven’t treated the issue as an urgent problem, he said. The town is sending letters to Gov. Bill Ritter, state Sen. Al White, R-Hayden, and

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state Rep. Randy Baumgardner, R-Hot Sulphur Springs, to solicit help. “It’s just very frustrating,” Martin said. “We need this money, and we assume we’re going to get this money. And the state seems to think (it has) problems like this all the time, and if they do, there’s an issue there.” Martin said he was told Hayden might wait two or three years for the money. Revenue Department spokesman Mark

Couch said he has asked staff members to look into the issue but hadn’t received any information by Tuesday evening. Hayden officials also want the state to audit fuel sales to make sure the town gets the correct amount of sales tax. The town isn’t suggesting Galaxy did anything wrong, Martin said. “I think they’re running a good business,” he said. “I have See Fuel, page 11

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Grand jury questions officials Roberts added as defendant in lawsuit against Victorville, Calif. STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

City Manager Jon Roberts said Tuesday he has not been contacted by a California grand jury that has questioned officials in Victorville, Calif., the city Roberts led for 10 years before coming to Steamboat Springs in February. Roberts also said he has not yet been notified that he and a VictorRoberts ville City Council member are now personally named in a $33 million lawsuit originally brought against only the city of Victorville and two development entities it controls. Roberts said the lawsuit is “baseless.” City spokeswoman Yvonne Hester confirmed that numerous Victorville officials have been interviewed by the San Bernardino County Grand Jury. They are Mayor Rudy Cabriales, Councilman Ryan McEachron, new City Manager Jim Cox, Finance Director John Sullivan, City Attorney Andre de Bortnowsky and Economic Development Director Keith Metzler. “There were questions relative to the audit, and that’s all

I know. That was the subject matter with which they made the appointments,” Hester said. “Given that we don’t know where it’s going, we’re looking to the grand jury and what they will disclose. … I know each of (the officials interviewed) were told not to discuss the matter.” In an audit presented in March for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007, a California auditing firm alleged inadequate “internal control and accounting records” in Victorville city government. Roberts and some Victorville City Council members disagree with the firm’s conclusions. California grand juries are composed of 19 or 23 citizen members who serve one-year terms. They are mandated to investigate and report on criminal and civil matters within the county, but civil government oversight is their primary function. Grand juries meet in secret but submit a final report on June 30 each year to the county superior court judge and the entities investigated. The final report and any interim reports issued by a grand jury are public documents. The 2008-09 San Bernardino County Grand Jury has issued two interim reports, neither of which concerns the city of Victorville. Victorville Councilman Mike Rothschild, a critic

of the audit and its findings, said he doesn’t know why the grand jury is questioning city officials. “There is nothing there for the grand jury to look at, at all,” he said. “Nobody has broken the law.” Victorville Councilman Terry Caldwell, another audit critic, said questioning by a grand jury does not necessarily suggest that jurors suspect wrongdoing. Roberts agreed. “It’s not unusual for them to interview cities,” Roberts said. Caldwell said juries typically look for inefficiencies in government and ways to improve operations, and he said it’s not out of the ordinary for them to offer suggestions for improvement. “I am not aware of anyone suggesting there has been any wrongdoing,” Caldwell said. “There’s nothing in the audit that suggests there was any loss of money or anybody with their hands in the cookie jar.” The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has no active cases against the city of Victorville. An official in the office said Tuesday that the district attorney could not comment on actions of the grand jury and would await the findings and recommendations of

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Skateboarder Mike Smallwood practices his tricks at Howelsen Skate Park on Monday afternoon. Warm weather has melted the snow from the ramps and has drawn locals back to the park.

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Council commits to base area

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The construction of a Burgess Creek diversion structure at this site is a top priority of the city’s redevelopment authority at the base of Steamboat Ski Area — and a necessary precursor to flagship projects such as a promenade and summer daylighting of the creek. The Steamboat Springs City Council considered financing proposals for the projects Tuesday.

$16 million scenario that would allow the construction of a promenade around the immediate ski base and other large projects to be completed in time for the start of the 2011-12 ski season. Members expressed a strong preference, however, for a smaller $11.2 million scenario that still would allow for the

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construction of the promenade and a rerouting of Burgess Creek through the ski base, but would eliminate perks such as a promenade snowmelt system, a major fountain at Gondola Square and a boulder play area in the creek.

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Some projects are too important to fall victim to the current economic crisis, according to the Steamboat Springs City Council, which signaled Tuesday that it is willing to consider at least $11 million in new debt for its redevelopment area at the base of Steamboat Ski Area. In an effort to sustain the momentum of public improvement projects at the base of Steamboat Ski Area, the Urban Redevelopment Area Advisory Committee presented three financing options to City Council on Tuesday. Without the issuance of new debt this year, projections show the city’s URA running out of design and construction money by June. “We have already made a significant amount of investment up there, and to just stop would not be prudent,” Councilman Steve Ivancie said. “We need to send a message that we are serious about our long-term future.” Council did not rule out a

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Amanda Archuleta takes a break from installing insulation to take a picture of her husband, Levi, who was outside installing siding on their future Habitat For Humanity home in Hayden. Saturday was Habitat Builds Colorado Day. About 20 volunteers worked on the project in Hayden, including employees from Wells Fargo and members of the United Methodist Church in Steamboat Springs. The Carpenter’s Ball, the annual benefit for Routt County Habitat for Humanity, will be held May 9.

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Hayden High School will offer an Advanced Placement course for juniors and seniors for the first time next year as the school begins a transition toward more AP offerings. Principal Troy Zabel said the school will pilot an English Composition and Literature course for the first time next year. The AP courses eventually could replace the courses offered through Colorado Northwestern Community College. “We’re slowly transitioning what our course offerings are over a two- to three-year period,” Zabel said. Science teacher Dean Massey

said his department may expand its courses to include an AP biology course in the next few years. “AP’s a little better suited for the high school environment,” he said. “Overall, we’re stepping up the rigor of the studies, stepping up the criteria.” Zabel said because this is the first time the school will offer an AP course, the administrators aren’t sure exactly how well it will work. “We don’t know. We think it will be a better option, but we don’t know for absolutely positive,” he said. The school also will offer a new honors English course for juniors after the successful introduction of a sophomore honors biology course this school year,

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he said. On the other side of the spectrum of difficulty, the school also will introduce a new freshman “math academy” for struggling students. “We’ll have an assessment piece, and our math team at the high school will meet with the math team at the middle school for specific recommendations” about which students will be steered toward the course, Zabel said. The academy will not replace the freshman math class but will be an extra course to put students on track. Hayden High School also will replace a college calculus course next year with a col-

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riday, April 16, 4 p.m.: It’s a cold, crummy, cloudy afternoon and I’m lying on the couch listening to the sounds of slamming car doors, diesel trucks firing and the excited laughter of children. Mountain bikes are hoisted onto bike racks, suitcases filled with shorts, flip-flops and bathing suits are loaded into cars and coolers packed with beer, soda and ice are shoved into vehicles. Every time I hear a car door slam, I sink deeper into the couch cushions and further into my mud season funk. News Flash No. 1: I am not going on vacation. News Flash No. 2: Everyone has left. News Flash No. 3: I-70 is closed. A spring snowstorm has descended on Denver. A severe winter storm warning is in effect. Travelers can’t get to DIA. They are missing their flights to warm weather destinations. I’m feeling better already. I have experienced no travel delays getting to my couch. I haven’t had to worry about what to pack or finding a dog sitter. I have not strained my back pulling camping gear out of storage or strained my budget buying an expensive airline ticket. Best of all, I have not had to try on or buy a bathing suit. Yes, I’m having a staycation. Finally, I’m doing something trendy. I’m staying put and logging some serious couch time.

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Joanne Palmer On the coffee table I have a stack of books, chocolate and a glass of wine. Every time a nagging, whining, productive thought enters my mind, such as “Get off the couch, you slug, and burn some calories,” I pull the blanket closer to my chin. Saturday, April 17, 8:30 a.m.: We go out for breakfast, and it’s easy to get a table. There’s no wait, no crowded parking lot, no noise. The weather still is crummy, and I feel no guilt crawling back on the couch. I need to digest, and vigorous exercise would only interfere with that process. I read until I fall asleep. 6 p.m.: Drag myself off the couch, take a shower and get dressed for Cabaret. 7:30 p.m.: Cabaret. The ballroom of the Grand is full. Wow! Look at all of these smart, savvy staycationers. We all look rested and relaxed. We are not exhausted from battling a snowstorm or setting up a desert camp where we might be stung by a scorpion or bit by a rattlesnake. We are not worried about contracting some south-of-the-border disease. We are laughing, smiling and fueling our own economy.

11 p.m.: I’m so inspired by Cabaret I come home and compose a song. All of my fellow staycationers, join in. This goes to the song “Maria” from “West Side Story.” Ready? On three. And a one, a two and a three: Staycation The most beautiful sound I ever heard All the beautiful sounds of the world in a single word Staycation The whole town has left on vacation And suddenly Lincoln Avenue appears Vacation I’m the only one not on vacation Moab, Mexico, Mozambique all sound good to me Vacation Everyone ditched me and went on vacation And suddenly I can park wherever I darn well please Staycation I’m loving my little staycation And other people don’t realize just how much fun it can be Staycation Say it loud ’cause there’s no one to hear you Say it soft and I’ll still be staying Staycation I’ll never stop wanting a Staycation! As you can see, my brain has turned to mush and I’m headed back to the couch. The scenery is beautiful, wish you were here!

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Memorial service

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

Jack McElroy passed away April 13, 2009. A memorial service is at 11 a.m. Saturday in the West Grand High School auditorium in Kremmling. A community dinner for friends and family will follow at the high school. In lieu of flowers, donations can be offered to the Middle Park Medical Foundation, P.O. Box 252, Kremmling, CO, 80459.

■ 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 970-871-7676. ■ A free, lunchtime mini-workshop about plein air painting 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. ■ 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 8798761. ■ A job networking group and résumé workshop is from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Epilogue Book Co. Call 970367-4416. ■ Awana Kids Club meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Christian Heritage School. All children through fifth grade are invited. Contact Anchor Way Baptist Church at 879-7062. ■ 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 age 18 or older. Visit www.steamboatpokertour.com.

THURSDAY ■ A free kick-off event for the Young Professionals Network, sponsored by the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association, is from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bistro C.V. at Fourth Street and Lincoln Avenue. City Manager Jon Roberts is the featured speaker. E-mail marion@steamboatchamber.com to RSVP. The Young Professionals Network is open to any young professionals interested in building partnerships through professional develop-

ment, philanthropic involvement and cultural, recreational and social opportunities. ■ “Town Hall for Hope” is at 6 p.m. at Anchor Way Baptist Church in Steamboat II. Dave Ramsey speaks about the economy during the free event. ■ The CMC Ski and Snowboard Extravaganza, with limited edition skis and snowboards available to the public at wholesale prices, is from 6 to 9 p.m. at Colorado Mountain College’s Alpine Campus.

FRIDAY ■ Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat hosts figure drawing from 8:30 a.m. to noon at 1009 Lincoln Ave. Model sets up at 9 a.m. The cost is $12. Take your own supplies. Call 879-4744. ■ Hayden’s Potato Luncheon is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Routt County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall. Top your baked potato with all the fixings, and enjoy a salad and brownie for $8. Proceeds go to the Crow Canyon field trip for Hayden Middle School students. ■ The Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association offers free cardiovascular assessments from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101. Checks include full cholesterol panel, glucose levels and BMI. Call 846-9855 or 875-1880 to make an appointment.

SATURDAY ■ Deep Roots offers a “Healthy Baking for Parents and Teens” class from

10 a.m. to noon at Thurston Kitchen and Bath. The class taught by Linda Halteman Lewis emphasizes whole grains and natural sweeteners. The cost is $45 for two Deep Roots members, and $50 for two nonmembers. Preregister by e-mailing lsgamber@yahoo. com or calling 819-8695.

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■ Artist Natalie de Stefano holds a book-signing event from 10 a.m. to noon at the Mugshot Coffee Shop, 116 Main St. in Oak Creek. All are welcome. Call Jane at 736-8491. ■ The Community Alliance of the Yampa Valley’s annual meeting is from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Depot Art Center. The keynote speaker will be John Hess of Crested Butte, who will discuss “Annexation: Lessons Learned.” It is a free event, and refreshments will be provided. Call Steve at 846-8488.

SUNDAY ■ South Routt Bible Church holds a Ladies of the Valley Spring Tea event at 2 p.m. in Oak Creek. Leslie Meysenberg is the featured speaker. The theme is “The Joy of the Lord.”

TUESDAY ■ The National Weather Service holds free severe storm spotter and precipitation measurement training sessions from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Yampa Valley Electric Association office at 32 10th St. Learn to assist the NWS and the Colorado Climate Center. No need to register. Contact Jim Pringle at 970-243-7007, ext. 726, or james.pringle@noaa.gov, by April 25 with questions or visit www. weather.gov/gjt.

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Water conservation a no-brainer

e applaud the city’s effort to implement a water conservation plan for residents and businesses, and we urge officials to consider revising the Community Development Code to reflect the need to AT ISSUE decrease our consumpWater tive use of water for irrigating lawns and conservation landscaping. As it stands, the OUR VIEW proposed water conserConservation vation plan and develplan a opment codes that call for dense landscaping worthwhile and irrigated lawns effort, but stand somewhat at changes to odds with one another. development An emphasis on xericode may be scaping and other needed. landscaping methods that encourage the use of native vegetation accustomed to our semi-arid climate could make a significant difference in the amount of water we consume during peak days in the summer months. It’s those peak demand days that are of the most concern to water district and city officials. Although Steamboat Springs’ daily water usage is manageable for most of the year, the city must build and improve its water and wastewater treatment facilities to handle the highest

demands, such as those faced on peak days. Our water consumption peaks in the summer when irrigation demands strain the capacity of our existing treatment facilities. The water conservation plan, drafted by Mount Werner Water and Sanitation District General Manager Jay Gallagher; Philo Shelton and the city of Steamboat Springs’ Public Works Department; Bob Keenan, of the Planning Department; and Lyn Halliday, of Environmental Solutions Unlimited, proposes reducing peak-day demand by 10 percent by 2015 and by 20 percent by 2025. Achieving that first threshold, officials say, would postpone the need to build an additional $1 million filtration bay. Other benefits to conservation include keeping more water in local reservoirs, streams and rivers; being better prepared to handle drought conditions; and reducing the operating and maintenance costs of water treatment and distribution infrastructure. The truth is, Steamboat Springs has access to significantly more water than its residents and businesses consume. Most of our municipal water supply comes from the Fish Creek basin, which provides about 7,000 acre-feet of water annually to the city. The city also has about 2,000 acre-feet available from wells in the Yampa River alluvium. But city residents and businesses consume

only about 3,000 acre-feet every year. That doesn’t mean conservation isn’t important and shouldn’t be a top priority for the city, and the proposed water conservation plan is a step in the right direction. As we celebrate Earth Day today, consider making the following conservation practices part of your daily routine: ■ Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow toilets ■ Take shorter showers and avoid baths ■ Turn off the water when brushing your teeth ■ Wash only full loads of dirty clothes ■ Don’t water your lawn or outdoor plants and trees between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. ■ Use native grasses and drought-tolerant plant species in your landscaping ■ Use mulch to help your plants and trees retain water ■ Install rain sensors on your irrigation system ■ Cover hot tubs when not in use ■ Resist the urge to build outdoor water features like fountains and ponds Check out the proposed water conservation plan at Steamboatpilot.com for more water-saving tips. And urge city officials to revisit the Community Development Code and its provisions for landscaping and vegetation.

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Earth Day: Forests and the importance of water Mary Peterson

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This year, many Earth Day observances are focusing on water conservation, including here in the Routt National Forest. The role that forests can play in meeting the challenges of climate change

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in sustaining abundant flows of clean water deserves our attention on Earth Day and every other day of the year. An amazing 18 percent of the nation’s water supply originates on national forest land, even though the national forests cover just 8 percent of America. Here in the Rocky Mountain region, national forests form the headwaters of the

Arkansas, Cheyenne, Colorado, Platte, Rio Grande and Yellowstone rivers. Many people don’t realize that national forests in Colorado alone supply water to 143 counties in 10 states. In Colorado, national forests occupy only 22 percent of the land area but supply See Peterson, page 9 Bruce Tinsley

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An orphan ‘tea party’ movement

We need volunteers to keep forests in sync Peterson continued from 8 68 percent of the water. Watershed conservation and restoration efforts exemplify the importance of the health of forest headwaters to the reliability of a steady supply of clean water. And volunteers are vital to sustaining national forests as a primary source of water. In 2008, volunteers put in more than 220,000 hours on natural resources projects valued at $2.7 million in Rocky Mountain national forests. The communities that surround national forests know better than anyone that forests act as sponges for precipitation — storing, filtering and funneling water. Scientific evidence links climate change to declining snowpacks, retreating glaciers and changing patterns of precipitation and runoff. It also is linked to insects — such

as the bark beetle — that are spreading more rapidly than ever. The winter cold isn’t knocking them back. They are killing more trees and threatening the ecosystem balance that enhances our water cycle. As stewards of our national forests in the 21st century, we are working to counter the effects of climate change on our natural resources. Twenty-two million acres of private rural land that border national forests throughout the country are predicted to sprout houses during the next 20-plus years. These homeowners will be water users in many places where the demand is already great. The days of considering water too inexpensive for conservation are gone, thankfully. As our nation becomes more realistic about natural resources, water efficiency and conservation have become more uni-

versally accepted as desirable and necessary. In the next five years, 36 states are expected to experience water shortages. Water is a national and regional priority for the Forest Service. We are giving precedence to water as, perhaps, the greatest value of our national forests. History will judge the conservation leaders of our age, especially those of us in the Inland West, by how well we respond to these challenges. We all bear a measure of responsibility to future generations. Water is our lifeblood. We always will need volunteers like you to help keep our forests in sync with nature, to help streams run clean. Mary Peterson is the forest supervisor for the Medicine Bow and Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland.

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You can’t tell everything about a movement from the signs its supporters carry, but words do count for something. That’s why the liberal-leaning Huffington Post Web site posted some of the photos that its viewers took at the April 15 anti-tax “Tax Day Tea Party” protests around the country and Page posted them in a special feature called, “10 Most Offensive Tea Party Signs.” Here are the “winners,” if I may call them that, and their locations included: Madison, Wis.: “Obama’s Plan: White Slavery.” Downtown Chicago: “The American Taxpayers Are the Jews for Obama’s Ovens.” Sacramento, Calif.: “Our Tax (Dollar)$ Given to Hamas to Kill Christians, Jews and Americans, Thanks Mr. O.” Tampa, Fla: No words, just a full-color cartoon of President Barack Obama grabbing Uncle Sam from behind and slitting the old man’s throat. Chicago again: “Barack Hussein Obama, The New Face of Hitler” — on a large picture of Adolf Hitler with Obama’s face bearing a Hitler-style mustache superimposed over the face of a picture of the original Hitler. By the way, I have a modest proposal: Can we now declare a moratorium on the use of Hitler as a metaphor for anyone but Hitler? Hitler’s in a class by himself, folks. Let’s not cheapen his horrors by over-using his

rally-style outbursts of multidirectional rage do about as much to solve the nation’s economic woes as a little boy who derails his own train set. Adding an unfortunately sinister edge to the tea party coverage was the almost simultaneous release of warnings from the Department of Homeland Security. The agency sees a resurgence of right-wing hate and serious threats of violence after Obama’s election. The economic downturn, talk of new gun-control laws, and the election of the first African American president “present unique drivers for rightwing radicalization and recruitment,” the report said. Although it had “no specific information” of plans for violence, the DHS report said rightwing extremists may be gaining new recruits, particularly among military veterans, “by playing on their fears.” The report also cited “single issue” groups concerned with abortion, gun laws or immigration. Such references alarmed and offended the groups to whom the report refers, including military veterans. I share their sense of offense, not just because I happen to be a military veteran. Rather, I remember too many past abuses by federal and local agents, including spying in the early days after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on peaceful antiwar groups and others on the left. Protest groups of all persuasions have a right to organize peacefully without government intrusion. In return, leaders and organizers have a responsibility to police their own ranks for nut cases. Begin by reading the signs they carry.

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memory. But, I digress. It is not fair to make too much of a movement’s most extreme participants or their signs. It is more fair to turn to its leaders. That’s the trouble with the tea party protests. They didn’t have much that looks like real leadership. The protests were promoted, although not actually led, by conservative groups such as the Washington-based FreedomWorks, led by former Republican House majority leader Dick Armey, of Texas. Mainly, this effort had spokespersons. Lots of spokespersons. Ask anybody at the protests, which journalists did, and they instantly become spokespeople. You can find spokespeople at the rallies, in political offices, on talk radio and on cable television, especially at Fox News, whose wall-to-wall coverage eagerly blurred the line between reporting and cheerleading. Still, credit the rallies for looking like grassroots at their core, even if they looked like Astroturf on TV. The effort grew through blogs, e-mails and social networking Web sites and was directed at President Obama’s spending policies. Taxes offered a convenient issue around which the protesters could rally something deeper, an orphan movement on the right that is desperately seeking the strong coalition-building leadership that Obama has brought to the left. If one believes, as I do, in the long-term pendulum swing of history, the right will come back. First they need the sort of bigthinking, wide-embracing agenda that Ronald Reagan brought to the party in 1980. Until then,

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The Kiwanis Club of Steamboat Springs is offering a contest to Routt County youths 18 years old and younger, to design the 2009 Kiwanis Christmas ornament. The winning design will be given a cash prize of $250. Entries should reflect some aspect of Steamboat Springs and/or Routt County’s unique character. Artwork needs to be a circular design about the size of a standard ornament — no more than 8 inches of original art. Final size of artwork will be 2 inches in diameter. Preference will be given to Adobe digital format entries sent to Danmi@JeldWen.com. Mail entries can be sent to Dan Miller — Kiwanis Contest, 1786 Meadow Lane, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487. Deadline for entries is May 15.

Anyone interested in playing in the city of Steamboat Springs’ summer coed beach volleyball league is invited to attend an interest meeting 5:30 p.m. May 11 at the Parks, Open Space and Recreational Services Office, 245 Howelsen Parkway. The season begins in June and ends in late August with games on Monday evenings. League fees and schedule information will be covered at the interest meeting.

Registration open for Steamboat Triathlon Registration is under way for the 2009 Steamboat Triathlon, Aug. 30 at Lake Catamount. Offering a sprint distance event, the triathlon takes place entirely in Steamboat Springs.

The 3/4-mile swim event is on a point-to-point course in Lake Catamount. The 20-mile bike course runs on county roads to a downtown turnaround. The 4-mile run is on paved roads near Lake Catamount. The Steamboat Springs Triathlon is limited to 650 entries and sanctioned by USA Triathlon, the sport of triathlon’s national governing body. For more information, go to www.usatriathlon.org.

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Central Park Drive. 7:57 p.m. Police were called to a report of a hit and run in the 400 block of Third Street. Officers took a report. 10:36 p.m. Police arrested a 44-year-old Clifton man on suspicion of driving under suspension and driving with a broken headlamp after a traffic stop on Lincoln Avenue near Loggers Lane. 10:45 p.m. Police were called to a report of harassment in Steamboat.

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Martin says issue could affect revenues no reason to think they’re not. I think there’s some kind of paperwork mishap or something along those lines, but we haven’t seen that yet, and it’s getting very frustrating.” YVRA and Routt County have been helpful, but the state is taking too long, Martin said. The issue might be related to fuel supplier ConocoPhillips, Airport Manager Dave Ruppel said. “What I think happened is that when Galaxy took over over there, they changed fuel suppliers, and that new supplier is ConocoPhillips,” he said. “Apparently there’s something with the state where ConocoPhillips had to be licensed, and their license didn’t come into effect I think until

the beginning of January, and there was some question of who should be paying that sales tax.” ConocoPhillips hasn’t returned a call seeking comment, but the company wasn’t contacted until after its business hours. Don Kaplan, regional manager for Galaxy Aviation, said he hadn’t heard anything about the issue. Galaxy took charge of fixed-base operator duties from Spectrum Jet Center last fall. Galaxy buys fuel from ConocoPhillips and sells it to commercial and private airplanes, Kaplan said. “We buy it, pay our taxes, and that’s the end of it,” he said. “We do the fuel for everyone, and we have not done anything wrong.” At Thursday’s Hayden Town Board of Trustees meeting,

Martin alerted the board to the problem. “It’s a very serious issue because it could affect our revenues this year. … It’s our understanding that the state actually has the money,” Martin said. Town Board members urged Martin to proceed with letters to lawmakers. A two- or three-year wait is unacceptable, Trustee Bill Hayden said. He said he hadn’t had problems with the Revenue Department until now. “I believe we’ve been pretty patient trying to work through the system, but the system does not seem to see the importance that we’re feeling. … How long do you wait to get someone to respond?” Martin asked. — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

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servative assumption that there also would be a 20 percent reduction in valuation in 2011.

“We need to keep the momentum going. We need to show we have faith in Steamboat,” In other action City Council President Loui Also Tuesday, council gave Antonucci said. “On the other preliminary approval to a “social hand, I’m really concerned about host” ordinance that would allow painting ourselves in a corner. authorities to fine people found … We don’t really know where guilty of knowingly providing a property values are going.” location for underA definitive deciage drinking. The “We need to keep sion is expected at ordinance passed council’s May 5 on its first of two the momentum meeting, by which readings, 4-2, with going. We need to time the Routt Antonucci and Coshow we have faith County Assessor’s uncilwoman Meg in Steamboat.” Office will have Bentley dissenting. issued a biennial C o u n c i lwo m a n reappraisal of propLoui Antonucci Cari Hermacinski erty values to reflect City Council president is on vacation values as of June and was not at 30, 2008. The reapTuesday’s meeting. praisal is key to consideration of Council unanimously approa new bond because the URA is ved giving $81,500 to the town funded by incremental increases of Hayden to allow it to comin sales and property taxes within plete three athletic fields that will its base-area boundaries. be used by Triple Crown Sports Council was quick to dismiss this summer. a $5.3 million bond measure Council unanimously denied that would only provide enough an appeal by developer True money for small infrastructure Mountain Homes, which was projects. protesting a Planning and ComURAAC Chairman David munity Development DepartBaldinger Jr. pushed hard for the ment decision to draw on a letter $16 million scenario endorsed by of credit held in surety as part of the advisory committee. subdivision improvements agree“Our recommendation was ment for Longview Park. unanimous and enthusiastic,” he The city is drawing the money said. to complete improvements that Baldinger said the $16 million are three years overdue. True scenario was not only affordable, Mountain Homes argued that but also based on very conser- the city did not provide adequate vative assumptions that there written notice as stipulated in the would be no redevelopment at improvements agreement before the base area — not including drawing on the letter of credit. projects already under construc- Numerous Longview Park resition — during the life of the dents attended the meeting in bond and that current properties support of the city’s decision would depreciate 5 percent three and presented a slideshow that times: in 2013, 2019 and 2025. included photographs of the The smaller scenarios, he said, subdivision overrun by noxious were based on an even more con- weeds.

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Los estudiantes de la Escuela Secundaria de Steamboat Springs que participaron el viernes en el Día Nacional del Silencio causaron más impacto y discusión que si estuvieran gritando todo el día. Cerca de 25 estudiantes de Steamboat pusieron cinta adhesiva sobres sus bocas y quedaron en silencio por todo el día como un símbolo de solidaridad con los estudiantes gay, lesbianas, bisexuales y transgéneros que sufren de acoso a través del país. Con ayuda de la oficina del Gay-Straight Alliance (Alianza Gay-Heterosexual) de la escuela, los estudiantes usaron cuadernos, pizarras acrílicas y otras formas de comunicación no verbal para terminar su día antes

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Estudiante junior Elaina Vande Velde cumple con la tradición del Día de Silencio el viernes en la Escuela Secundaria de Steamboat Springs. El Día Nacional del Silencio ofrece atención al acoso que muchos individuos gay, lesbianas, bisexuales y transgéneros pasan en las escuelas por todo el país.

en el evento durante la escuela media, dijo que la táctica de no-hablar ocasionalmente causa mas distracción que efectividad. “La manera que ellos lo miran, en vez de ser acerca de el significado, es hacer de la cinta adhesiva,” ella dijo. Compañera sophomore Natalie Wright dijo que el men-

saje que ellos apoyan no es usualmente entendido. “Yo creo que mucha gente los tergiversados,” ella dijo. Pero Luke Anderson, otro sophomore que no estaba participando en el evento, dijo que era una meta loable. “Yo no sabía acerca de esto, pero es una buena idea,” él dijo.

Agenda de la Comunidad Hispaña MIÉRCOLES 9:30 a 10:30 a.m. La hora del cuento para niños entre las edades de 3 a 5 años en la biblioteca Bud Werner Memorial. 11 a.m. El programa Aging Well, del VNA, auspicia un “Día de Bienestar” en el Centro Comunitario Haven en Hayden. El día incluye clases de ejercicios de la Fundación de la Artritis, almuerzo por $2.50, un conferenciante invitado, una clases acerca de cómo escribir memorias, revisiones de bienestar con una enfermera y cuidado de pies previa cita. Llame al Aging Well al 970-871-7676.

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de precios (0-$14) para adolescentes (el padre tiene que estar presente) y para hablantes de español de cualquier edad (habrá intérprete) Venga al VNA en 940 Central Park Drive, Oficina 101 o llame al 879-1632.

VIERNES, 24 DE ABRIL 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. El VNA en Steamboat ofrece evaluaciones cardiovasculares GRATIS. Las evaluaciones incluyen pruebas de todos los niveles de colesterol, glucosa, presión arterial e índice de masa corporal. Llame al 846-9855 o 875-1880 para hacer una cita.

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médico, con bajos recursos que fuman, tienen asma, diabetes, o una enfermedad al corazón / pulmones / hígado / riñones. Venga al VNA en 940 Central Park Drive, Oficina 101 o llame 879-1632. 4 a 5:30 p.m. El Banco de Comida Congregacional de Hayden distribuirá comida a aquellos en necesidad el cuarto Martes de cada mes. Para recoger comida vaya al sótano del Edificio Médico de Solandt. Llame a Connie Todd al 276-3459.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Cents for Steamboat Makes Sense

Kyleigh DeMicco

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What is your “two cents” about sustainable community projects? Perhaps it is an air quality program, a hybrid transportation system, a resource preservation fund, or an energy efficiency program. What would you choose if you had the opportunity to collaborate with other individuals in the Yampa Valley to decide on sustainable projects working toward preserving the natural environment, natural resources and landscape that make our area so unique? With a little bit of collaboration, you now have the opportunity to contribute your “two cents” and patrons’ cents into the idea pot. Your “two cents” now can be literally and figuratively contributed to a new program called Cents for Steamboat in an effort to support sustainable projects in the Yampa Valley. The Cents for Steamboat Program is a new component of the Steamboat Springs Chamber’s Sustainable Business Program. Any business in the Yampa Valley can join the Sustainable Business Program in an effort to increase sustainability in the workplace. Whether the business is a restaurant, bank, warehouse, construction site, doctor’s office or retail facility, the program is designed to be able to cater to all sectors and improve their triple bottom line: financial success social responsibility, proactive environmental management, and the inter-relationships between them. There are many benefits of joining the Sustainable Business Program, including the opportunity to give back to sustainability projects in

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For more Steamboat Springs Sustainable Business Program information: The Steamboat Springs Sustainable Business Program, currently 60 businesses strong, is one of the most accredited, diverse and encompassing programs of its kind in Colorado. It was established in March 2007 as a collaborative effort between the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association and Environmental Solutions Unltd., a local environmental consulting firm. The program focuses on sustainability and the Triple Bottom Line — a new way to define business success through financial success, social responsibility, proactive environmental management and the inter-relationships between them. The goal is to leave our planet in better shape for future generations. Information for interested businesses can be found at www.steamboatchamber.com.

Cents for Steamboat program key points: • Funds from Cents for Steamboat are re-invested locally to support sustainability-oriented projects. • Projects will focus on water conservation, air quality, land preservation, green building, energy efficiency and sustainable living. • Investments from participating business’s offset energy usage and/or carbon footprints will remain local. • Local projects from the Cents for Steamboat fund will be selected by the participating business. • The program is strictly voluntary and is not a tax. • Donations are tax deductible as a business expense only.

this community by participating in the Cents for Steamboat Program. This program is designed to derive funds from voluntary donations by consumers, i.e. your patron. The monies are not from business income or profit, are not a tax, and they are donated directly from the customer.

How Does it Work? • Sustainable Steamboat participating businesses enter an agreement with the Chamber to participate in the Cents for Steamboat Program • Patrons of the participating business can donate a portion of a business transaction to be voluntarily added on to their bill or invoice • This money then will be earmarked for sustainabilityoriented local projects designed by enrollees in the program and the sustainable business program The process will be tailored for each business. For example, a restaurant might include the option on the bill or tab for its

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Life Essentials Spa employees Jannie Brenner, left, and Erica Olson display the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association’s Sustainable Business Program certificate. Life Essentials Spa is dedicated to sustainability and is one of the first businesses to enroll in the Chamber’s Cents for Steamboat Program.

customer to donate a portion of his or her transaction. A doctor’s office might suggest a $1 donation for each doctor’s visit, and a real estate firm might have an optional contribution added on at closing. Collected funds will be tracked separately by the business and submitted to the Chamber for placement into the Cents for Steamboat Program account. The monies from this account are then re-invested to support sustainability-oriented projects in the community selected by participating business. Black Tie Ski Rentals participates in a similar program in their Crested Butte office, where the energy and momen-

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tum continues to move forward. Co-owner Ian Prichard has been collaborating with the Sustainable Business Program in implementing Cents for Steamboat. “It is great to get this program started in our community” Prichard said. “It does not cost the business any money, and it is a simple way for patrons to make a measurable donation that they spend with the company. It is an easy way to contribute without feeling any pressure,” Prichard said. By participating in the Cents for Steamboat Program, you have the opportunity to be a part of a group of local businesspeople who are passionate about preserving the natural environment and resources that make the Yampa Valley a unique place to live, visit, recreate and enjoy. Lyn Halliday, president

of Environmental Solutions Unltd, LLC, and consultant for the Sustainable Business Program, has been meeting with business owners as a way to implement the program into their workplace. “I am really excited about the Cents for Steamboat Program as a way for local businesses and their patrons to re-invest in the sustainability of our community. I am looking forward to working with businesses as we implement the program,” Halliday said. If your business would like to help keep the Yampa Valley and Steamboat Springs a special place by supporting the Cents for Steamboat Program, visit the Chamber’s Web site at www.steamboatchamber. com or contact your sustainable business consultant, Lyn Halliday, at lhalliday@environ mentalsolutionllc.com

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CMB lawsuit The city of Victorville responded last month to a $33 million lawsuit brought by a business alleging fraud, breach of contract, unfair competition and more, stemming from the city’s plans to raise as much as $200 million from foreign investors. In an effort to have the case dismissed, Victorville argued governmental immunity from some of the claims made by CMB Export and CMB Infrastructure Investment Group. The city also argues that the other claims are not valid because individual city officials do not have the power to bind the city, and the appropriate legislative bodies did not approve the agreements in question. CMB responded last week by amending their suit and adding Roberts and Caldwell as defendants. Like Roberts, Caldwell also said Tuesday he has not been notified that he is now a defendant. “I think the whole lawsuit is frivolous and unfounded,” Cald-

well said. A hearing on the legal sufficiency of the case is scheduled for later this year in San Bernardino County Superior Court. CMB serves as a go-between for foreign investors and entities that want to take advantage of U.S. Citizenship and Immigrations Services’ EB-5 investor visa program. CMB is authorized by the federal government to offer investment opportunities to immigrant investors for projects within the boundaries of CMB’s “regional center.” CMB’s center includes several closed military bases in California, including the former George Air Force Base that now is Victorville’s Southern California Logistics Airport. Last year, the city of Victorville began talks with CMB regarding the program and securing investors for a public works project at the former Air Force base. In February 2008, Caldwell, then mayor, wrote a letter authorizing CMB to raise capital for the project. In April 2008, CMB and Victorville officials, including Roberts, traveled to China and South Korea to market the program and recruit investors, and Caldwell signed a memorandum of understanding with CMB. The city later signaled to CMB that it had no intention to work with the company and instead intends to pursue its own designa-

tion as a regional center to recruit foreign investors on its own. CMB alleges that the city “never intended to abide by either the MOU or their other representations. … Instead, plaintiffs are informed and believe that the negotiation of the MOU, and its subsequent execution, were nothing more than a phase of an ongoing and continuing fraudulent scheme … to gain access to CMB’s business model, knowhow, key contacts and other confidential information — and use those assets and information to improperly and unfairly compete against” CMB. The amended suit further alleges that Roberts and Caldwell “were motivated by corruption” and hoped to “mask the poor decisions (they had) previously made that had threatened the financial viability of” Victorville. Although the city’s filing does not attempt a comprehensive refutation of CMB’s claims, it does argue “the facts of the matter are far different from those pled, that the plaintiffs made numerous unsupported representations themselves and that the entire scenario is a classic case of a business venture that ends before it begins.” Contacted Tuesday, CMB owner Pat Hogan declined to comment.

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Downtown Aspen’s commercial and office space is becoming increasingly available as storefront vacancies continue to climb and many landlords don’t lower rents. That’s according to industry observers, tenants and commercial brokers who operate in the somewhat underground world of Aspen leasing. Lush Cosmetics, at 535 E. Cooper Ave., is the latest to pull up roots here. Sources say the owners decided not to renew the lease, which expires at the end of September. The building’s landlords, Andy Hecht and Ron Garfield, reportedly are asking $150 a square foot for the highprofile space near the gondola.

But whether that kind of space can command that kind of rent remains to be seen. “Prices that landlords were looking to get, they won’t get,” said commercial broker Ruth Kruger, adding that she is telling potential retailers that they won’t get a good deal but “they’ll get a great space for a good price.” Commercial broker Bob Langley said unlike in years past, it’s difficult to know what market price is for downtown rents. “There is no reasoning with the market because no one is making deals,” he said. But one thing is for certain — commercial brokers are busier than they’ve ever been trying to fill empty or potentially empty space. Brokers say there are 24 to 30 available spaces, or spaces that could be available because land-

lords are willing to let their tenants out of their leases. Many downtown leases expire in October, and several businesses are renegotiating with their landlords, though some have decided not to extend but still are open for business, commercial broker Karen Setterfield said. The retail space of Stefan Kaelin, 516 E. Durant Ave., is closing for good. The building’s landlord, Stephen Marcus, said letting the Kaelins out of the lease was mutual. It will remain empty until a broker can find a suitable tenant, Marcus said. “In the old days, I would have rented that six months” before they left, he said, adding the Stefan Kaelin space is the only one out of 24 that he controls that’s vacant. “All of my tenants are in place,” he said.

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Because of price declines in the housing market, the Aspen School District has been able to purchase housing much farther upvalley than originally planned, Superintendent Diana Sirko said. It is currently under contract for one unit in Aspen, two units at the Aspen Airport Business Center, and two duplexes in Basalt, board member Laura Kornasiewicz said. Four of the

units would accept pets, something teachers have asked for, she said. The board also is looking at, at least one other unit in Aspen, as well as a land parcel, Kornasiewicz said. “The fact of the matter is,” said board president Charla Belinski, speaking about the housing market downturn, “it’s going to work out really well for our district.” The district also is moving forward with plans to spend half its $12 million from a recent bond sale to expand a teacher housing project in Woody Creek.

On Monday, it examined a draft plan of the project, which adds four duplexes, as well as improvements to the existing housing project — including an asphalt parking lot, carports and storage units. If approved, the School Board intends to present the draft plan to the Pitkin County Commissioners, several of whom have questioned the project because it lies outside the urban growth boundary.

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The Colorado House approved a plan Tuesday to eliminate the death penalty and use the money to focus on cold cases. The measure now goes to the Senate, where it’s expected to pass. Gov. Bill Ritter, a former prosecutor, hasn’t said whether he would sign the bill. The bill passed by a single vote, 33-32, after victims’ relatives asked lawmakers to help with unsolved slayings. Rep. Ed Vigil, D-Fort Garland, cast the tie-breaking vote. Vigil said he was torn by the decision, concerned that he was voting to take away an option for law enforcement to get guilty

pleas, and the moral issue of taking a life. Vigil said he also worried that relatives of victims will now expect cold cases to be solved, which he said rarely happens. “These are false hopes,” he said. Vigil was comforted by Rep. John Kefalas, D-Fort Collins, who said he whispered under his breath, “Thou shalt not kill,” as Vigil struggled with his decision and eventually cast the final vote. The legislation would shift funds currently used to prosecute death-penalty cases to deal with the growing backlog of more than 1,400 unsolved homicides that have stymied local investigators since 1970. Rep. Steve King, R-Grand Junction, said the legislation will pit families of crime victims

against law enforcement who are frustrated with a lack of resolution. House Majority Leader Paul Weissmann, a Democrat from Louisville, said the state should be spending money solving those cases instead of defending the only two inmates currently on death row and a half-dozen other cases that are pending. Weissmann said the last death penalty case tried in Colorado — against Jose Luis Rubi-Nava, who was charged with dragging his girlfriend to death behind a truck — cost $1.4 million to prosecute. Rubi-Nava, 38, was sentenced to life in prison without parole after pleading guilty. Weissmann said it costs only about $70,000 to try a non-capital case.

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A judge denied a motion by defense attorneys Tuesday asking that a 32-year-old man be acquitted of first-degree murder in the death of a transgender woman, who was beaten with a fire extinguisher. Bradley Martin, an attorney for Allen Andrade, told District Judge Marcelo Kopcow that the prosecution’s evidence was circumstantial and does not show deliberation. The judge’s ruling came shortly before the defense rested its case in the July 16 slaying of Angie Zapata, 18. The defense called five witnesses, with Andrade declining to testify. The jury was expected to hear closing arguments today

and begin deliberations. Martin downplayed comments Andrade made in recorded jail conversations, including that “all gay things must die.” “Looking at the context, it could be shown that it was said in a joking manner,” Martin argued. Prosecutors say Andrade knew for 36 hours that Zapata was biologically male and beat her to death with a fire extinguisher out of his dislike for homosexuals. Andrade’s attorneys argue Zapata deceived him and that he snapped when he discovered she was a man. Two detectives, a former roommate, a female friend and an acquaintance testified that it was difficult to tell Zapata was a man based on her appearance, the way she carried herself and women’s clothes in her apartment.

But one witness appeared to counter the defense claim that Andrade was deceived. “She definitely sounded like a male trying to sound like a female,” said David Hedstrom, who knew Zapata through her sister, Monica Murguia, who also goes by Monica Zapata. During four days of testimony, prosecution witnesses testified that Andrade’s DNA was found on cigarette butts, a sex toy in Zapata’s apartment, and a purse belonging to Zapata that Andrade later gave to one of his girlfriends. That evidence, along with tape-recorded jail phone calls in which Andrade expressed disdain for homosexuals and alluded to Zapata’s slaying, proved crucial because Kopcow threw out comments Andrade made to investigators after requesting an attorney.

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A judge has ordered a woman to stand trial on charges of driving drunk and causing a January hit-and-run collision in Denver that killed two librarians from Connecticut. Sandra Lee Jacobson, 40, of Centennial, faces two counts of vehicular homicide, two counts of leaving the scene of a fatal accident and driving under the influence. Judge Andrew Armatas ruled Tuesday the evidence was sufficient to put Jacobson on trial. He scheduled her arraignment for May 8. The judge also revoked Jacobson’s $200,000 bond

because of problems with the alcohol monitor she was wearing, including a “spike” it registered during the weekend. Jacobson’s attorney and the parole officer who handles the monitor attributed the spike to contact with household cleaning products. But the judge noted Jacobson was ordered at a previous hearing to avoid all alcoholcontaining products — including cleaning supplies — because they interfere with the monitor’s readings. “Last time, we had cough medicine — half a bottle. This time, it’s cleaning agents. I just think she’s just not listening to anybody. Therefore, I am revoking the bond,” Armatas said. Jacobson was arrested and taken away in police custody. Her

new bond was set at $250,000. Police say Jacobson’s pickup sideswiped a taxi headed to Denver International Airport on Jan. 28. The taxi went off the road and rolled, injuring its driver and killing passengers Kathy Krasniewicz and Kate McClelland, both of Riverside, Conn. Krasniewicz, 54, and McClelland, 71, were in Denver for an American Library Association conference. Neither woman was wearing a seat belt. Denver police Detective Henry Gonzales testified Tuesday that Jacobson’s blood-alcohol content was estimated at 0.274 at the time of the crash — more than three times the legal limit.

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A University of Colorado math and engineering student who will graduate in May at age 18 has been awarded a $250,000 scholarship for graduate school. CU said Tuesday that Eric Eason is one of 10 students nationwide selected to receive a Hertz Fellowship this year. He plans to pursue a Ph.D in condensed matter physics at Stanford University starting this fall. Eason, of Boulder, will turn 18 on May 5, three days before he graduates from CU with dual bachelor’s degrees in applied mathematics and engineering physics. He entered CU full-time in 2004 after completing high school through home-schooling, tutoring, enrichment programs and university classes.

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Longmont police are looking for a Geo Tracker and four people in connection with a fight that left a teenager stabbed to death. Nineteen-year-old Logan Cameron Steele Sisson collapsed on a woman’s doorstep after the fight Monday night. He was taken to Longmont United Hospital where he died of his wounds. Longmont detective Beth Buchholtz says the victim and a friend got into a fight with another group of people at Lanyon Park. Police are looking for a black and red 1997 Geo Tracker seen leaving the scene.

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A man convicted of writing nearly $150,000 worth of bad checks in the Aspen area has been sentenced to probation and ordered to repay the money. Peter Frommer, of Woody Creek, pleaded guilty of the check scams and already has repaid about $74,000. His debts include $1,700 to the Aspen Skiing Co. and more than $30,000 to a local man. Frommer says he didn’t mean to scam people but that he started writing bad checks after a failed business plan. Frommer also was sentenced to three years’ probation and 160 hours of community service.

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campaign, is feeling pressure from his party’s liberal wing to come down hard on the subject. At the same time, Republicans including former Vice President Dick Cheney are insisting the methods helped protect the nation and are assailing Obama for revealing Justice Department memos detailing them. Answering a reporter’s question Tuesday, Obama said it would be up to his attorney general to determine whether “those who formulated those legal decisions” behind the interrogation methods should be prosecuted. The methods, described in Bushera memos Obama released last Thursday, included such grim and demeaning tactics as slamming detainees against walls and subjecting them to simulated drowning. He said anew that CIA operatives who did the interrogating should not be charged with crimes because they thought they were following the law. “I think there are a host of very complicated issues involved here,” the president said. “As

a general deal, I think that we should be looking forward and not backward. I do worry about this getting so politicized that we cannot function effectively, and it hampers our ability to carry out national security operations.” Still, he suggested Congress might set up a bipartisan review, outside its typical hearings, if it wants a “further accounting” of what happened during the period when the interrogation methods were authorized. His press secretary later said the independent Sept. 11 commission, which investigated and then reported on the terror attacks of 2001, might be a model. The harsher methods were authorized to gain information after the 2001 attacks. The three men facing the most scrutiny are former Justice Department officials Jay Bybee, John Yoo and Steven Bradbury. Bybee is a judge on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Yoo is a professor at the University of California-Berkeley.

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America’s banks are broken despite all their bailout billions, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner told impatient rescue overseers Tuesday as they pressed him about when things will get better and how much it will cost. A bleak new report estimated U.S. banks and other financial institutions could lose a stunning $2.7 trillion in all. How well is the mostly-spent $700 billion federal bailout working? “To date, frankly, the

evidence is mixed,” Geithner told a congressionally appointed oversight panel. Confidence in the program is wearing thin on Geithner Capitol Hill. With lawmakers back from their spring break, even bailout supporters are skeptical that Congress — weary of bankers’ bonuses and still-scarce credit — would approve additional bank rescue money if requested. Geithner’s testimony signaled

that the administration was not preparing to ask. Wall Street was cheered by Geithner’s assessment that “the vast majority” of banks could be considered well-capitalized. Bank stocks slid Monday but bounced back Tuesday. Still, the government’s effort to stabilize the financial sector and unclog credit markets has come under heavy scrutiny. Officials must do a better job in carrying out and explaining its efforts to shore up the financial system, the head of the oversight panel told Geithner.

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Police: Man targeted women Melissa Trujillo

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BOSTON

Philip Markoff seemed to have a good life: The handsome, clean-cut, 23-year-old medical student was planning a lavish beachfront wedding this summer to a beautiful woman. But authorities say his computer and surveillance video paint a picture of a suspected serial criminal who targeted women offering erotic services through Craigslist. Now he’s accused of killing one and suspected of robbing and tying up another. And police have said there could be more victims. “This was a brutal, vicious

crime — savage, and it shows Philip Markoff is a man who is willing to take advantage of women, to hurt them, to beat them, to rob them,” District Attorney Daniel Conley said. “He probably thought he was going to get away with it. He thought he was too smart for us.” Authorities refused to comment on reports that Markoff might have been seeking money to pay gambling debts, but a Connecticut casino confirmed it was cooperating in the investigation. Markoff, a second-year medical student at Boston University, appeared in court Tuesday on charges including murder, kidnapping and armed robbery.

Dressed in a wrinkled buttondown shirt and khakis, he said nothing during the brief hearing and was jailed without bail. Defense attorney John Salsberg said later that Markoff is not guilty of the charges and “has his family’s support.” Markoff is accused in the death of Julissa Brisman, of New York City, who was found dead April 14 in a Boston hotel after being bashed in the head and shot three times. Brisman, 26, was an aspiring model and actress who had advertised erotic massage on Craigslist. Authorities said she and Markoff communicated through e-mail and cell phone to set up a meeting.

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WASHINGTON

As Congress begins to debate climate change in earnest, the science is taking a back seat to economics: How much will it cost to slow the Earth’s warming because of man-made pollution — and what’s the cost of doing nothing? With a key House committee starting four days of hearings, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-

Calif., vowed to get a climate bill approved this year. Noting that Earth Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, she told reporters by the next Earth Day “we want to celebrate what we’ve done this year” to address climate change and clean energy. The Energy and Commerce Committee hearing had barely begun when Republicans raised their concerns about higher energy prices produced by putting an added price for burning fossil fuels. “In its current form, this

bill may do more harm to our economy than any bill that is likely to come before Congress for the rest of this year, or perhaps during my natural lifetime,” declared Rep. Michael C. Burgess, R-Texas. Rep. John Dingell, D-Mich., whose state already is reeling economically and home to energy-intensive industries, said the economic impact of the bill drafted by Democrats “cannot be overstated” unless ways are found to blunt expected increases in energy costs.

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Banks pull stock market higher after sell-off NEW YORK

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner persuaded Wall Street to give banks another chance Tuesday. Geithner’s assertion that “the vast majority” of banks have enough capital pulled stocks from a slump that began with a sell-off Monday and spilled into Tuesday morning. Geithner also told a congressional over-

sight committee that some banks would be allowed to repay financial bailout funds with the blessing of bank regulators. The comments signaled that banks might not get poor marks in government “stress tests” designed to determine whether banks have enough capital to survive if the economy turns even worse. The results are due May 4. “There is the hope that everything will be well after the stress test,” said John Nichol, senior portfolio manager at

Federated Investors. The Dow Jones industrial average jumped 128 points after tumbling 290 points Monday after worries about bad debt at banks and the implications of the stress tests. The drop punctuated a sixweek rally that lifted stocks more than 20 percent from their lowest levels in more than a decade. Stocks fluctuated in the early going Tuesday after a string of lackluster earnings reports and forecasts stoked worries about how quickly the

economy can recover. Bank stocks, which led the market lower Monday, bounced back after the Geithner comments. JPMorgan Chase increased 9.6 percent, Citigroup jumped 10.2 percent, while Goldman Sachs Group increased 4.7 percent. The fortunes of bank shares largely have dictated the stock market’s direction since the fall of Lehman Brothers Holdings in mid-September, and investors took Geithner’s comments as a reason to go back into the

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market. Some analysts attributed the buying to short covering, where investors have to buy stock after having earlier sold borrowed shares in a bet that the market would fall. The Dow increased 127.83, or 1.6 percent, to 7,969.56. Broader stock indicators showed the biggest gains. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index increased 17.69, or 2.1 percent, to 850.08, and the Nasdaq composite index increased 35.64, or 2.2 percent, to 1,643.85.

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Colorado bites back with 9-6 comeback victory Andrew Bagnato

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PHOENIX

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Steamboat Springs High School distance runners, from left, Jeff Sperry, John Cutter and Brittany Long are headed to Page, Ariz., for a track meet Saturday.

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Steamboat Springs High School track and field coach Greg Long sees so much upside that he’s not going to miss an upcoming meet — even if it’s in Page, Ariz. Long, along with distance runners John Cutter, Jeff Sperry and Brittany Long, will

compete in Saturday’s meet that attracts top runners from Arizona and southern Utah. The benefits, Greg Long said, are plentiful. In addition to getting out of town for spring break, Greg Long said, the three Steamboat harriers will be running at a lower elevation — Page is 4,118 feet above sea level — and in a warmer climate. “They’re going to get the

elevation, weather and training benefits,” Greg Long said. “We backed off training this week. Their legs were dead. We’ve always viewed that they want to run their best times at Tiger Meet and (4A) Showcase. The goal is to be able to peak at the right time.” Steamboat was originally scheduled to compete in Friday’s Clint Wells track meet in Craig. Steamboat decided to

not attend the meet because of its spring break. Long has worked on getting a team to an out-of-state meet before. Two years ago, he took Brittany Long and former Steamboat runner Matt Hill to a meet at sea level in California. He said running at sea level and then coming back didn’t have the benefits he was hoping to See Track, page 26

Nuggets set defensive tone in series Pat Graham

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DENVER

Dahntay Jones’ in-your-face defensive style appears to be getting on the nerves of the New Orleans Hornets. Still stinging over their lopsided loss to the Nuggets in Game 1, Hornets coach Byron Scott suggested Jones’ heavy

contact on All-Star Chris Paul crossed the line. “I can appreciate anybody that plays hard, but when you get to the point where you’re being a little dirty, that’s the thing that kind of aggravates me,” Scott said Tuesday. “Being that I played in this

league, I know how tough Cavs show no that is. But mercy to Pistons when you get See page 27 to the point where you’re being a little dirty, then I don’t appreciate that — and I don’t respect it.” Getting under the skin of the Hornets is all part of the plan for the Nuggets, who were

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determined to set an aggressive defensive tone for the series. So far, they’ve succeeded in shutting down and bothering the Hornets. “I’m not trying to be annoying, I’m just trying to put pressure on (Paul) and play hard,” said Jones, whose team heads into Game 2 tonight See Nuggets, page 26

Todd Helton broke out of a slump with three hits, including his first homer, and drove in three runs as the Colorado Rockies rallied for a 9-6 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night. Helton entered the night hitting .231, 97 points below his career Helton average. He singled twice and added a two-run shot off Jon Rauch in the eighth. Garrett Atkins also had three hits for the Rockies, who snapped a four-game losing streak. Matt Belisle (1-0) retired all five batters he faced, and Manny Corpas pitched the ninth for his first save in two chances. Chris Young, Eric Byrnes and Mark Reynolds each homered for the Diamondbacks, who have followed all five of their victories with a loss. Down 6-3 in the sixth, the Rockies rallied against the Arizona bullpen. The first run scored on a double-play groundout by Ryan Spilborghs and another came in on an RBI single by Helton before Brad Hawpe lined a two-run, two-out single to center off Juan Gutierrez (0-1). Arizona starter Yusmeiro Petit, filling in for injured ace Brandon Webb, spotted the Rockies a 2-0 lead in the second on singles by Yorvit Torrealba and starting pitcher Franklin Morales. After Morales gave up solo homers to Young and Byrnes on consecutive pitches in the second, Colorado took a 3-2 lead on Ian Stewart’s RBI single in the third. Morales went to the mound to warm up in the bottom of the third inning. But manager Clint Hurdle and a trainer came out for a conference, and Morales soon walked to the dugout. He was diagnosed with a strained pitching shoulder.

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see. He said he expects bigger gains from the Page event. It should also help that Cutter, Sperry and Brittany’s workload should be considerably less than normal meets. Cutter will race just the 2mile, Brittany will do the mile and possibly the 2-mile and Sperry will run the 400- and 800-meter races. Greg Long said Cutter will try to break the 10-minute mark in the 2-mile, and Brittany will try to break the 5:30 mark in the mile, while it will be Sperry’s first look at solid competition MATT STENSLAND/STAFF in the 800. Steamboat Springs High School distance runners, from left, John Cutter, Jeff “Running the mile, I’m look- Sperry and Brittany Long along with coach Greg Long warm up Tuesday at the track. ing to break the school record,” Brittany said. “I don’t think it’ll state track meet is May 14, 15 thinks all three runners have a happen, but that would be one and 16 in Denver. To qualify for legitimate shot at making the of the best things.” the state meet, competitors need state meet. Steamboat resumes with a to have a qualifying time in the “Our training has been geared full team May 1 and 2 at the top 18 in their respective events for that,” Greg said. “It should Tiger Invitational in Grand in the state. be very, very possible.” Junction. The team then comTimes in Page will not petes at the 4A Showcase May count toward state qualify— To reach Luke Graham, call 871-4229 8 and 9 in Grand Junction. The ing times. Still, Greg said he or e-mail lgraham@steamboatpilot.com

Hornets should expect more physical play Nuggets continued from 25 with a 1-0 lead in the best-ofseven series. “People don’t like it when you play hard, people don’t like it when you’re physical.” That approach served the Nuggets’ Kenyon Martin and Nene well as Martin stymied David West and Nene kept Tyson Chandler in check. Also mixing it up in the lane was Chris Andersen, the “Birdman”

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swooping in and blocking four shots. New Orleans should expect more of the same. “The series is going to be a tough, long, long series and being physical is something that we’ve got to pride ourselves on,” Chauncey Billups said. Overlooked in Billups’ 36point scoring spree Sunday night was the aggressive nature of the Nuggets’ defense, the team adopting the attitude that no basket for New Orleans would come easy. “I’m not going out to foul nobody. I’m going out to play basketball,” Martin said. “But if the situation calls for it, I’m not going to give them a layup.” The Hornets weren’t exactly thrilled with some of Denver’s tactics, taking particular exception to the way Jones was checking and pushing around Paul. “I was looking at the tape, there were some cheap shots that I thought he took in there,” Scott said. Martin saw things a little differently on his copy of the video. “Things happen when you play hard,” Martin said. Then again, Martin wouldn’t want Jones covering him, either. “He’d probably get up under my skin,” Martin said. “That’s what we need. That’s what you want.” Jones certainly bothered Scott, who lauded Martin’s work on West but wouldn’t even acknowledge Jones’ efforts on Paul. “I don’t give him no credit,

not really,” Scott said. Jones doesn’t understand the Hornets’ irritation. His job is to limit Paul’s production — by any means necessary within the rules. “What Byron was talking about, I don’t know,” Jones said. “It’s the playoffs; it gets more physical on both ends.” Paul is attempting to stay above the fray and keep his emotions in check, especially on the court. “I’m smart enough to realize if we both get ejected, or something like that, he’s done his job,” said Paul, who finished with 21 points on 7-of-19 shooting. “I’m more focused about what we’re doing rather than what he’s doing.” Although the Nuggets’ swarming defensive disrupted the Hornets’ pick-and-roll offense Sunday, Paul said it was more about them missing open looks than anything the Nuggets did. The team shot just 37 percent from the field, and allowed the Nuggets to blow the game open with a 21-0 run that spanned the third and fourth quarters. “We’re going to have to be aggressive, try to get to the line and get some easy baskets,” Paul said. That involves making West more of a factor, which concerns Karl. “An All-Star has a way of bouncing back,” Karl said. “They will see some things on video that they think they can exploit. The chess game has just begun.”

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Kobe Bryant scored 26 points, Pau Gasol added 22 and Lamar Odom had 19 off the bench in a victory against the Jazz, giving Los Angeles a 2-0 lead in the best-of-7 firstround Western Conference

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Blazers 107, Rockets 103

playoff series. The Lakers’ Phil Jackson notched his 195th career postseason victory, the most of any coach in NBA history. Deron Williams scored a career playoff-high 35 points and Carlos Boozer had 20 points and 10 rebounds for the Jazz, who head home for Game 3 on Thursday. They again played without injured center Mehmet Okur. Utah lost its 11th in a row at Staples Center, including playoff games.

Brandon Roy scored 42 points and the Trail Blazers beat the Rockets to even their playoff series at one game apiece. Aaron Brooks led a late charge and finished with 23 points for Houston, which has not made it out of the first round since 1997. LaMarcus Aldridge had 27 points and 12 rebounds for Trail Blazers, who had never dropped the first two games of a playoff series at home and played one of their most physical games of the season.

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The Carolina Hurricanes’ Ray Whitney and Chad LaRose battle the New Jersey Devils’ Martin Brodeur, from left, Brendan Shanahan, Niclas Havelid and Jay Pandolfo in front of the net during the second period in Game 4 of the NHL Eastern Conference playoffs at the RBC Center in Raleigh, N.C., on Tuesday. The Hurricanes defeated the Devils, 4-3.

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Jussi Jokinen deflected in Dennis Seidenberg’s slap shot with 0.2 seconds remaining and the Carolina Hurricanes evened their series with New Jersey at two games apiece by beating the Devils, 4-3, on Tuesday night. Eric Staal, Ryan Bayda and Chad LaRose also scored for the Hurricanes, who blew a 3-0 lead but regrouped just in time to avoid a third straight overtime game. Jokinen started the dramatic sequence when he tried to stuff a backhander past Martin Brodeur with about 7 seconds remaining. The puck circled around to Joni Pitkanen near the blue line, and he passed off to Seidenberg, who unloaded a hard blast from the point that clicked off the Finn’s left skate and past Brodeur’s low left side as time expired. After a review of about 2 minutes, officials determined the puck crossed the goal line with 0.2 seconds left. An incensed Brodeur, who had been bumped outside the crease by Jokinen seconds before the goal, smashed his stick into the boards. David Clarkson scored the tying goal with 11:14 left for New Jersey. Brian Gionta added a goal and an assist, Brendan Shanahan scored his 60th career playoff goal, and Brodeur stopped 42 shots for the Devils.

Sharks 4, Ducks 3 ANAHEIM, CALIF.

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NHL PLAYOFFS ROUNDUP Sharks evaded a daunting playoff deficit with a 4-3 victory against Anaheim in Game 3 on Tuesday night, trimming the Ducks’ series lead to 2-1. Dan Boyle had two goals and an assist, and fellow defenseman Rob Blake had a goal and an exceptional assist on Marleau’s winner for the top-seeded Sharks, who had scored just twice while losing the first two games of their series against the eighth-seeded Ducks at home. Desperately needing a win in Game 3, the Presidents’ Trophy winners improved their offensive efforts and eventually got the tiebreaking goal from their captain, who beat Anaheim goalie Jonas Hiller with a slick deflection of Blake’s pass.

Canucks 3, Blues 2, OT ST. LOUIS

Alex Burrows scored his second goal of the game with 18.9 seconds to go in overtime, and Roberto Luongo made 47 saves to help Vancouver complete a first-round sweep. Kyle Wellwood also scored for the Canucks, who swept a four-game series for the first time in franchise history. Vancouver won a series before the seventh game for the first time in 12 tries since 1994. Brad Boyes and David Perron scored for the Blues, who rallied from a two-goal, second-period deficit thanks to increased traffic around Luongo. But more power play woes doomed St. Louis, which was 0-for-7 with the man advantage and 1-for-23 in the

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Red Wings 4, Blue Jackets 1 COLUMBUS, OHIO

Henrik Zetterberg scored two goals and the Detroit Red Wings dominated from start to finish to grab a 3-0 lead in their first-round series. The first NHL playoff game at Nationwide Arena — in the Blue Jackets’ 659th game — was a mammoth letdown for a franchise-record crowd of 19,219. Dan Cleary had a goal and two assists, Tomas Holmstrom scored 1:07 in, and Johan Franzen added two assists. Chris Osgood’s shutout streak of 144 minutes, 27 seconds ended with 3:53 left when R.J. Umberger scored on a backhander off a rebound of Rick Nash’s drive.

Penguins 3, Flyers 1 PHILADELPHIA

Sidney Crosby and the Penguins can finish off the Flyers back on home ice. A sliding Crosby scored a goal that ricocheted off his skate, his midsection and into the back of the net to spark Pittsburgh to a 3-1 win against Philadelphia on Tuesday night. Marc-Andre Fleury was sensational with 45 saves, and the Penguins grabbed a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference firstround playoff series. Tyler Kennedy and Maxime Talbot also scored for the Penguins, who can eliminate the Flyers in five games just like they did in last year’s Eastern Conference finals. Game 5 is Thursday in Pittsburgh.

Atlanta vs. Miami Sunday, April 19: Atlanta 90, Miami 64, Atlanta leads series 1-0 Wednesday, April 22: Miami at Atlanta, 6 p.m. Saturday, April 25: Atlanta at Miami, 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 27: Atlanta at Miami, TBA Wednesday, April 29: Miami at Atlanta, TBA, if necessary Friday, May 1: Atlanta at Miami, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: Miami at Atlanta, TBA, if necessary WESTERN CONFERENCE L.A. Lakers vs. Utah Sunday, April 19: L.A. Lakers 113, Utah 100 Tuesday, April 21: L.A. Lakers 119, Utah 109, L.A. Lakers lead series 2-0 Thursday, April 23: L.A. Lakers at Utah, 8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25: L.A. Lakers at Utah, 7 p.m. Monday, April 27: Utah at L.A. Lakers, TBA, if necessary Thursday, April 30: L.A. Lakers at Utah, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Utah at L.A. Lakers, TBA, if necessary Denver vs. New Orleans Sunday, April 19: Denver 113, New Orleans 84, Denver leads series 1-0 Wednesday, April 22: New Orleans at Denver, 8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25: Denver at New Orleans, 11 a.m. Monday, April 27: Denver at New Orleans, TBA Wednesday, April 29: New Orleans at Denver, TBA, if necessary Friday, May 1: Denver at New Orleans, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: New Orleans at Denver, TBA, if necessary San Antonio vs. Dallas Saturday, April 18: Dallas 105, San Antonio 97 Monday, April 20: San Antonio 105, Dallas 84, series tied 1-1 Thursday, April 23: San Antonio at Dallas, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25: San Antonio at Dallas, 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 28: Dallas at San Antonio, TBA Friday, May 1: San Antonio at Dallas, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: Dallas at San Antonio, TBA, if necessary Portland vs. Houston Saturday, April 18: Houston 108, Portland 81 Tuesday, April 21: Portland 107, Houston 103,

Washington vs. N.Y. Rangers Wednesday, April 15: N.Y. Rangers 4, Washington 3 Saturday, April 18: N.Y. Rangers 1, Washington 0 Monday, April 20: Washington 4, N.Y. Rangers 0, N.Y. Rangers lead series 2-1 Wednesday, April 22: Washington at N.Y. Rangers, 5 p.m. Friday, April 24: N.Y. Rangers at Washington, 5 p.m. Sunday, April 26: Washington at N.Y. Rangers, noon , if necessary Tuesday, April 28: N.Y. Rangers at Washington, TBD, if necessary New Jersey vs. Carolina Wednesday, April 15: New Jersey 4, Carolina 1 Friday, April 17: Carolina 2, New Jersey 1, OT Sunday, April 19: New Jersey 3, Carolina 2, OT Tuesday, April 21: Carolina 4, New Jersey 3, series tied 2-2 Thursday, April 23: Carolina at New Jersey, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 26: New Jersey at Carolina, TBD Tuesday, April 28: Carolina at New Jersey, 5:30 p.m., if necessary Pittsburgh vs. Philadelphia Wednesday, April 15: Pittsburgh 4, Philadelphia 1 Friday, April 17: Pittsburgh 3, Philadelphia 2, OT Sunday, April 19: Philadelphia 6, Pittsburgh 3 Tuesday, April 21: Pittsburgh 3, Philadelphia 1, Pittsburgh leads series 3-1 Thursday, April 23: Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, 5 p.m. Saturday, April 25: Pittsburgh at Philadelphia, 1 p.m., if necessary Monday, April 27: Philadelphia at Pittsburgh, TBD, if necessary

Vancouver vs. St. Louis Wednesday, April 15: Vancouver 2, St. Louis 1 Friday, April 17: Vancouver 3, St. Louis 0 Sunday, April 19: Vancouver 3, St. Louis 2 Tuesday, April 21: Vancouver 3, St. Louis 2, OT, Vancouver wins series 4-0

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TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Placed Ryan Freel on the 15-day DL. Recalled OF Lou Montanez and RHP Brad Bergesen from Norfolk (IL). BOSTON RED SOX—Placed OF Rocco Baldelli on the 15-day DL. CHICAGO WHITE SOX—Designated RHP Mike MacDougal for assignment. Recalled RHP Jack Egbert from Charlotte (IL). KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Placed RHP Doug Waechter on the 15-day DL, retroactive to April 18. Recalled RHP Brian Bannister from Omaha (PCL). MINNESOTA TWINS—Recalled LHP Jose Mijares from Rochester (IL). SEATTLE MARINERS—Traded INF Chris Burke to San Diego for cash. National League COLORADO ROCKIES—Recalled LHP Franklin Morales from Colorado Springs (PCL). Placed RHP Ryan Speier on the 15-day DL.

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Orlando vs. Philadelphia Sunday, April 19: Philadelphia 100, Orlando 98, Philadelphia leads series 1-0 Wednesday, April 22: Philadelphia at Orlando, 5 p.m. Friday, April 24: Orlando at Philadelphia, 6 p.m. Sunday, April 26: Orlando at Philadelphia, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28: Philadelphia at Orlando, TBA, if necessary Thursday, April 30: Orlando at Philadelphia, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Philadelphia at Orlando, TBA, if necessary

FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) EASTERN CONFERENCE Boston vs. Montreal Thursday, April 16: Boston 4, Montreal 2 Saturday, April 18: Boston 5, Montreal 1 Monday, April 20: Boston 4, Montreal 2, Boston leads series 3-0 Wednesday, April 22: Boston at Montreal, 5 p.m. Saturday, April 25: Montreal at Boston, 5 p.m., if necessary Monday, April 27: Boston at Montreal, TBD, if necessary Wednesday, April 29: Montreal at Boston, TBD, if necessary

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series tied 1-1 Friday, April 24: Portland at Houston, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 26: Portland at Houston, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 28: Houston at Portland, TBA Thursday, April 30: Portland at Houston, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Houston at Portland, TBA, if necessary

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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

Want to buy 3-4 year old bred cows or pairs. Black only. (303)518-4177

For sale: Full-size gun safe, 32 & 27-inch tube TV’s, 2 front suspension mtn bikes and possible interior furniture. Call for details: 970-819-2348

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

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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

Steel building frame - 50’x75’ with (3) 50’ I-beams and all uprights. Brand new, never used. Paid $12,000. Will take best offer 846-5264

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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Wanted, pool table in good - great condition. 846-9987 Upscale professionally designed western themed furniture package for two bedroom condo, barely used, new in ‘08. 42” flatscreen, stereo, HD DVD, Two bedroom sets, table, barstools, living room, artwork, stocked kitchen, western artwork and more. $18,000.00 OBO 252-202-5683.

HACIENDA COLLECTION

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

Credenza orig. $1100. Now $300.00 Desk orig. $1200. Now $300.00 1965 Mustang coupe $3700.00 Antique dresser/hutch $260.00 879-4700 5’8” Wurlizer Grand Piano, Show Room $3500; Woodmaster 18” Planer - Molder $1200; Yamaha 3500 Watt generator $750. All Excellent condition. Call 970-756-3106 HAPPY EARTH DAY TOO ALL OUR FRIENDS AND SUPPORTERS FROM THE STAFF AT HOME RESOURCE AND MILNER LANDFILL...”LITTLE GREEN HOUSES FOR YOU AND ME” SUMMER HOURS TO BEGIN MAY 1.

WE’RE GETTING NAKED

the store, that is

SWEET POTATO LINGERIE

is moving to Old Town Square Downtown May 1st. Take up to 75% off bras, panties, jewelry, shapewear, toys, costumes, lingerie, stiletto shoes, platform boots, sleepwear, swimwear. Also we have stick on bras for weddings and prom.

HELP US MOVE SALE

117 8th Street Downtown. 879-LOVE

We buy used books. All kinds! Please call (970)620-4507 Like new plastic crates. $2 each.

SPRING CLEARANCE

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.

Case 1835B Skidsteer, Diesel H.D. lifts 2200lbs. Good shape, $7,500. Trailer flat 16’, Twin axle used twice, $1,950. Trailer enclosed 12x6’, 6’ headroom, like new with rear ramp. $2,150. Propane tank, 1,000gal, underground, excellent, above ground easy truck access. First $1,000 takes. Day 970-879-7889, Eves / Weekends 970-846-2889.

High quality grass hay for sale. Large round bales, $120 Ton 970-846-7305

CHILDCARE OFFERED: Experienced Craig mother offering FT & PT day care, no weekends. Children of all ages. Call 937-231-3925

Lost coin collection in wooden box within open-ended cardboard box. May have gone in green machine recycling. Please help, very sentimental. Thanks John, 870-8722.

IntExt LLC

Call us for all your remodeling needs! Licensed & Insured. 970-819-4991 Water Damage Specialist Jeans a little tight? Try something that works. Take it off keep it off. Get ready for Spring! 1-800-305-4421 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. Experienced, Licensed, Home Care Provider has immediate openings Monday-Thursday. Please call Kelsey 970-846-4231

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

1994 Peterbilt Dump Truck 475 Cat, 15 speed. Colt rock box. $29,000 846-2312

CRAIG GUN & SPORTS SHOW

Loudy Simpson - Ice Arena Sat. April 25th 9am - 5pm and Sun. April 26th - 9am - 3pm

San Peppy 5yr old gelding. Not started, the sweetest disposition, pick your discipline. $2000 OBO. Will trade for hay. Lisa @ (970)319-7187. 2 year old Red Angus bulls. (719) 379-5213 5 year old Steel Gray mare. Own Grand daughter of Peppy San Badger. Broke, gentle, trailers. 14.2 hands. (970)326-8621 5 Horses, 3 mares, 2 geldings. Morgan, Arab, Quarter. Rideable, ready to serve. 2 Horse carts, some tack, 970-879-1594 Wanted: 5 1/2’ x 12’ sectional temporary corral fencing any condition, other sizes considered. (970) 819-3234 For Sale: 2 teams of Black Percheron Geldings age 10 -13 well broke to drive, have pulled hay wagons, sleighs and carriages. 970-409-9614 Warm Weather, experienced riding to condition your horse in time for Spring/Summer. No broncs please! Robin Lorenz Romick 879-0392, 846-2669 Easy Yoke Poultry has Pullets & Guineas & more. Come by Critters ‘R Us, Monday’s, Friday’s, Saturday’s 1-5pm or call Elijah 970-824-4768

80/20 Alfalfa - Grass hay mix. Small bales $100 a ton. 10 tons available. Call Mike 970-846-2255

Found: set of keys on 4th and Pine. Call to identify! 970-879-0344 LOST: Grey male cat, Hilltop area. Please call 970-846-9449 City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 - 760 Critter Court 4-17-09 Found at 7-11: female brown pit bull puppy

2 small adorable male AKC registered Yorkies for sale. Will be ready May 10th. Parents on site. Asking $650.00. (970)824-0023. AKC Registered Lab Puppies. Chocolates and Blacks, Championship blood line. Ready on April 29th. $500, taking depostis now! 970-824-9615 Looking for a Pembroke Welsh Corgi male to breed to my female. Call 826-2761 5 female Pit bull puppies for sale. 5 weeks old. $500, call Kaila (254) 977-3328 Bar Lazy U Border Collie puppies. Reds, blacks, tri’s. Registered, 1st shots, wormed, 5 free obedience lessons all included with purchase. $350. Renee 276-4807 K-9 Gentle Dental will be at Mt. Werner Veterinary Hospital for the April / May Hygiene Clinic. April 23rd, May 2nd, and 14th. No anesthesia required. Call Angel for appointment 619-370-5956. Dog Training/Behavior Consultation Grooming, do-it-yourself dog wash CANINES UNLIMITED 824-6364 www.caninesunlimitedtraining.com 3 Teacup poodles. 1 male ready to go now. Other 2 ready on 6-16. Call for details (970)653-4494. FREE: Lab mix puppies. Ready to go. 276-4746 CALLING ALL DOGS! FAMILY DOG TRAINING Starts May 7th in Craig. Contact Laura Tyler 970-629-1507 or Sandra Kruczek 970-824-4189 AKC Basset Hounds. $400 Also Mini Schnauzer and a Yorki/Westie. Cocker Spaniel. All $50 off. BAKER DRIVE PETS 970-824-3933

New12.5HP OHV 33” Craftsman snowblower. $500 OBO (970) 846-3779

Volkl Snow ranger 180 with marker M 54 bindings. Thule ski rack, Fly rod (Sage 2 piece #7 Gl790DS Graphite with metal case). Size 44 Sheepskin coat like new. 879-5954 or 846-4423

CLASSIFIEDS Stay at home Mom in Stagecoach looking to baby sit from my home. References available. Call Julie 970-736-1120

Hayden Congregational Church Office Assistant, 6 hrs/wk, $10/hr. Call 276-3510 or e-mail hccucc@earthlink.net for job description & application.

Royal Flush Industries. Route Driver needed. Full time employment-year around. Insurance, benefit, annual bonus, 401k. No CDL required. Apply @ 1605 Shield Drive.

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 ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN – Yampa Valley Electric has a vacancy for an Engineering Technician. Primary responsibility is to accurately maintain the Association’s AutoCad mapping system. Other duties include maintenance of system and facility records. Minimum requirement for the job is a demonstrated proficiency in AutoCad Map 3D. Other computer skill requirements are Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Access), Adobe and the ability to learn the iVue software used by the company. Must be self-motivated to perform the duties of the job with minimal supervision. Valid driver’s license is required. Apply by submitting resume to YVEA, POB 771218, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 by April 28, 2009. EOE Mystery shoppers. Earn up to $100 a day. Under cover shoppers needed to judge retail-dining establishments. Experience not required. 800-721-8703

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 Does anyone know the whereabouts of Donald L. Long? Please contact (970) 819-2849

Steamboat Springs High School - 2009-2010 Math Teacher, College/Career Counselor, and Guidance Counselor (1 year position). Deadline: Open until filled. Complete online application at https://apps.winocular.com/steamboat/apply/ EOE

The Fastenal Co., international leader in construction and industrial supplies is presently seeking Part-Time Inventory/Sales person. This is 18 to 22 hours a week position with potential for advancement. Competitive wages -no benefits. Apply in person (no phone calls) Fastenal Co. 2549 W. First St. Craig, CO 81625 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 Help with care and training of a sled dog kennel. Includes room and board and the opportunity to help train for long distance mushing. Call Tom Thurston 846-0249

Moving Garage Sale Saturday April 25th 8-12 in Suncrest Townhomes, corner of Hilltop and Tamarack. Kitchen items, beds, furniture, sporting goods.

YAMPA VALLEY ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, Inc. LABORER - Yampa Valley Electric is accepting applications for the seasonal position of laborer (line crew). The temporary employment period is from June 1st to November 1st and the wage is $19.43 per hour. A pre-employment drug test and good driving record are required. Submit a resume to YVEA, P.O. Box 771218, Stmbt Spgs, CO 80477; or complete an application at 32 10th St. Stmbt Springs or 3715 E. Hwy 40 Craig. EOE.

Accounts Receivable / Guest Service Agent. Must have cash handling and computer skills. Collection experience a plus. Full time - Benefits available after 90 days. Sign on bonus of $150.00 payable after 90 days. Contact information: Holiday Inn, Craig 970.824.4000 X 419

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.

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

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 Comb Goddess has an opening for ft or pt booth rental hair stylist. 871-0606

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Orkin Sales/Service Tech. We Offer: Good benefit package, 401(k) with some company match. We supply vehicle/gas, equipment and great training. To apply, or for additional information, call 1-800-762-5153/contact The Work Force Center.

Moffat County-Seeking applicants for the position of Fulltime Housing Authority Director. For complete job description, contact Colorado Workforce Center (970) 824-3246. Moffat County is an EEO Employer

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ACZ Laboratories, Inc. is accepting resumes for the following positions: A full-time, benefited Senior Level Organic Chemist. Prior experience in an environmental organic laboratory is required. Previous experience with GC and GC/MS instrumentation, in-depth knowledge of EPA methodology and strong communication skills are a must. Applicant must have the ability to run and trouble-shoot instrumentation. One full-time, benefited laboratory technician position and for two June - November non-benefited seasonal laboratory technician positions. An associates or bachelors degree in applied science is preferred but not required. Applicant will perform analyses according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) on client samples. Must follow all documented policies and procedures; prepare standards and reagents as needed. Effective communication, dependability and attention to detail skills are necessary. To apply for one of these positions please send your resume with cover letter and professional references to hr@acz.com. ACZ is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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Route Delivery Driver / Merchandiser Deliver and service magazines in retail accounts. No experience necessary. Full time Mon through Fri starting early in the morning. Company vehicle, CDL not required. Must be dependable and possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be 21 years old, have a clean MVR no DUI and be able to lift 60 pounds repeatedly. Benefits include major medical, paid vacation and retirement plan. Send work history with salary requirements to mbarnum_503@msn.com or phone 970-420-1297

BREEZE’S SALON is looking for a Stylist. Work for the best. Prefer experience but will train. Heavy walk-in traffic. 970-824-2300

METER TECHNICIAN City of Steamboat Springs. 30 hours /benefited position. $15.63/hr + DOQ. Reads, operates, and maintains water meters. May assist with utility system operation and maintenance. Must be able to respond while on-call, within 20 minutes. Requires H.S. graduation, mechanical skills, computer skills, CDL (within 6 mos.), ability to work independently, extensive walking, and work in variable weather conditions. Submit to: City of Steamboat Springs 137 10th Street, POB 775088, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 by April 29. For info and application: www.steamboatsprings.net EOE WANTED: 29 SERIOUS PEOPLE Work from home using a computer. Up to $1,500-$5,000 PT, FT www.ltjglobal.com

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR SECRETARY - $13.58 - $15.36 /hour + benefits. Deadline: 5/10/09. Complete online application at https://apps.winocular.com/steamboat/apply/ EOE

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DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES City of Steamboat Springs $82,171-$109,755 excellent benefits. Administers combined Finance and Intergovernmental Services Department with a 14 person staff. Requires education and training equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field and 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in local government. Advanced degree and experience as Municipal Finance Director in Colorado is preferred. Finalists subject to Open Records disclosure Submit to: jthrasher@steamboatsprings.net by April 30, 2009. For information see: www.steamboatsprings.net EEO

Order: 10176021 Cust: -YVMC - HUMAN RESOURCES art#: 20459141 Class: General Employment Size: 2.00 X 4.00

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Looking for a live in nanny to work 2 to 3 days a week with 2 kids ages 3 and 5. Must have references and non-smoking. Call Barb 846-3539.

HOLISTIC HEALERS Affordable Rent for a beautiful space. Run your own business. Daily, Weekly or Monthly Rent. Call Anne 846-0737

Moffat County-Seeking applicants for the position of Temporary part-time Custodial Technician for Parks & Recreation. For complete job description, contact Colorado Workforce Center (970) 824-3246. Moffat County is an EEO Employer.

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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.

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STEAMBOAT TODAY

STEAMBOAT: 3BD, 2.5BA, partially furnished, 1 garage, 1 out door space, WD, hardwood floors, premium appliances, close to down town, responsible couples and families preferred. $1900 month + partial utilities. Call Russ 203-253-6509

Cold Stone Creamery NOW HIRING CAKE DECORATOR, part time position. Experience required. 2032 Curve Plaza, Steamboat.

STEAMBOAT:Furnished large 1BD, 1BA apartment in new log home. Near mountain. NP, NS, $895/monthly includes all utilities, cable, internet. Call (970)846-5551

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STEAMBOAT:Beautiful studio apartment, front porch overlooking pond, private settings. All utilities included. $1000 monthly negotiable. Mountain location. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. (970)291-9266

Sanctuary-Studio with Garage

STEAMBOAT:New Studio unit with deck & gargae. WD hook ups, $860 monthly. 970-870-1681, or 970-819-2929 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 OAK CREEK: Unfurnished 1BD NP stove & refrigerator, bath in hallway. $350 deposit, $350 rent. 736-2295 STEAMBOAT:Studio apartment in luxury home available. $1200 monthly includes utilities. (970)879-8089

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

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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. First, last, security, pet deposit. 970-734-4919 STEAMBOAT:Furnished 1BD, 1BA efficiency apartment on mountain. Laundry facilities, near bus route. NS, NP $750 monthly. Includes utilities, cable. 819-1571 or 970-988-1574

DOWNTOWN APARTMENT

STEAMBOAT:One room efficiency apartment, full bath, full kitchen, pets possible. Fireplace. NS. $900 includes utilities. 846-4420

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�� 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.

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STEAMBOAT:One bed/bath apartment located at 7th and Oak streets, Steamboat. Kitchen, W/D, Parking for one car. $900 per mo. All Utilities included. Available May 1st. No Smoking/pets. Call Jimmy at 970-846-7256

STEAMBOAT:3bd, 1bth upstairs apartment, laundry room, quiet neighborhood, private river access, downtown. $1,100 month includes some utilities. NS, Pets neg. Available 1st week in May. 846-8442

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

STEAMBOAT: Sunny, Quiet, studio Apt Downtown with garage. Excellent location, rarely available. NS $1100 month + elec. 871-1681 or 846-8026

OAK CREEK: Great Views! 2BD, 1BA, recently updated, flooring, paint and windows. $650 monthly plus utilities. 1st, last, deposit. 970-736-2383 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:QUIET BUILDING! 2BD, 1BA, walk to town. Gas fireplace. Pet considered. $1,400 month. First, last, deposit. Available May 1st. 970-846-3859 STEAMBOAT: Private, one room efficiency apartment, full bath, laundry room, NS, NP. $750 includes utilities, cable TV, wireless. 846-6905

STEAMBOAT:1BD Walton Village, Fully Furnished, totally refurbished, gas fireplace, WD, NP, NS. Available April 15th. Rent negotiable based on lease term. 819-1811 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:Sunray 2BD, 2BA furnished on bus line, vaulted ceiling, WD, 2-car heated garage. Includes heat & water. Call mike 846-8692 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA. Close walk to downtown. Willing to negotiate. $1,550 monthly, NS, NP. All utilities included. 970-846-1598 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. $1595/month - includes heat and cable. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. 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: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:Sunray Meadows 2BD, 2BA, garage, WD, NS, NP, Building 11. Spectacular views, Most utilities included. Available Now Tim (480) 831-1970

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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:Villas Condo 2BD, 2BA, Garage NS, NP, WD. Cable, internet, heat included. On mountain & bus route. $1150 (970)846-7953 (714)381-4151 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, ROCKIES CONDO, Fully Furnished. Month-to-Month. All utilities, CATV and Internet included. Pool, Sauna, W/D and FP. No Pets. $950 monthly. Call Tom 970-734-5977

OAK CREEK:2BR, 1BA Apartment. Heat, water & sewer included. $695 monthly + deposit NS, Pet negotiable. Available immediately (970)846-6218

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

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

STEAMBOAT:Newly refurbished small 1BD on mountain. Available early May, NS, NP $850, will work with last and deposit. Call 970-879-5124

STEAMBOAT:Walton Village 1BD. Partially furnished. Hot tub. On bus route. No pets. $900 monthly plus utilities. Lease (970)879-8161 STEAMBOAT:Available May 1- Save on rent- live with a friend! Large, furnished, 2 Bed, 1 bath condo mountain. NS, NP on bus line $1600. 846-6444

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STEAMBOAT: Live - work by the River. 2BD, 2BA,Brand new, furnished WD, NS, NP. Monthly, seasonal, yearly. (970)871-6016 or 819-0696 STEAMBOAT:WALTON VILLAGE 1BD, 1BA LOWER CORNER UNIT, WD, NP, NS, HOT TUB, POOL, TENNIS COURTS. FIRST, LAST, DEPOSIT $850 879-7746 STEAMBOAT: Awesome furnished 2BD, 2BA, short or long term rental at The Pines. $1,250 monthly, weekly rates available. NS, NP 970-846-3875 STEAMBOAT:Spring Sale until June 12th! $300 per week or $1,000 monthly! Furnished 2BD, 2BA, Sunray Meadows, garage, NS, NP. (720)581-3299 STAGECOACH: Wonderful 2bdrm, 1bth Stagecoach Wagon Wheel condo. $850.00 a month with May FREE. 720-244-5514 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: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:Rockies 1BD. Furnished, F/P, pool, hot tub. Walk to Mt. No pets. $1100 monthly plus electric. Lease 970-879-8161 STEAMBOAT:3bd, 3ba on mountain; prefer 6 months, open to 3-12. Top floor, beautiful remodel, utilities incl., NP, NS $2100, call Marti 303-798-9531. 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: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

STEAMBOAT: 1BD, 1BA, Shadow Run, WD, partially furnished. NS, NP, $950 a month. 970-456-3739

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, Walton Village unfurnished, WD, NS, NP, lease. Water, heat, cable included. $850 month. Available May 1st. Call 970-948-1525

STEAMBOAT:Oversized 2BD, 2BA Rockies condo, fully-furnished, fully-equipped kitchen, newly rennovated swimming pool, hot tub. Gas fireplace, NP, $1,300. Free internet and cable. 1-800-733-7060

STEAMBOAT:3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Furnished Condo on Mountain. W/D, NP, NS. Steamboat Home Management & Realty 879-1982 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA furnished Rockies 1st floor. Views! Pool, hot tubs out your door! Mountain, bus route, NS, NP $1500. 304-722-2386 STEAMBOAT:Beautifully remodeled 1BD, 1BA. Granite, hardwood, home stereo, etc. W/D, DW, NP, NS. $975.00 month. 303-332-3138. STEAMBOAT:Furnished 1BD, 1BA. Utilities and internet included. W/D in unit. Pool, hottub, on mountain. 1st, last, security $1250. Liz 879-5100x10 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Remodeled, top corner unit, mountain views. Fireplace, wood floors, WD, hot tub & pool, NS, NP. $1150 monthly (970)736-1204 STEAMBOAT:Available May 1- Totally remodeled one bed, one bath condo on the mountain. $1100 month NS, NP on bus line with great amenities. 603-630-0111 STEAMBOAT: Condo on mountain. 2BD, 1BA. Cute, clean, great karma! (970) 846-2631 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:1BD, 1BA Walton Village. WD, NS, NP, Hottub, Pool, Tennis. Water, Cable, Trash included. $950 monthly + gas, electric. Available NOW. First, Last, Deposit. 970-291-9059 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA very small condo on mountain, furnished, NS, NP. $750 month Susan 870-8282 or Lee 846-0695

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Storm Meadows East Condo. Fully furnished. Utilities included. $975 monthly. Available until December 1st. Call (507)250-5041 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA on mountain, 900sqft. $1100 monthly. Available May 1st. Deposit negotiable. Furnished, NP, W/D on site. Call (970)846-1812 STEAMBOAT:Timbers 1BD, 1BA, fireplace, NS, pets negotiable, $1,000 includes electric, water, trash. Lease negotiable. 1st, last, dep. 970-819-9222. 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:Affordable rentals.1, 2, 3 bedroom condominiums available on the mountain. Some with garages. NP, NS. Starting at $900. Lisa 970-879-5100 STEAMBOAT:Available May 1- Save on rent-live with a friend! Remodeled, furnished, 3 bed, 2 bath condo on mountain. NS, NP, on bus line $1800 846-6444 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA condo on mountain, available 5/1, on bus route, DW, most utilities paid, NS, NP, $1100 monthly, 6 month lease, option for longer. 819-1640 STEAMBOAT: Excellent 2BD, 2BA unit @ Mustang Run on the mountain, fully furnished, NP, NS $1250 month tenant pays electric. Call 879-8814 ask Mix STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA partially Furnished, Internet, Cable Included, Bus-Route, WD, Hot-Tub, mountain. NS, NP $1450 1st, Last, Security. 970-871-7921

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STEAMBOAT: Beautiful 1BD, 1BA, utilities included, furnished, pool, hot tub. $1,000 Available May 1st 970-846-0100 STEAMBOAT:Shadow Run 2BD, 2BA Condo. Unfurnished. On bus route. NP, W/D. Includes cable, internet, gas fireplace, $1300 monthly + deposit. 970-871-7943 leave message. 12 month lease STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Walton Village condo, fully furnished, beautiful unit, NS, NP. Available now. 1st, last, deposit. $1,100 month. 819-7505 STEAMBOAT:Beautiful condo, furnished, 2BD, 2BA, deck, shuttle. Hot tub & sauna. $1400 includes gas, cable, water & internet. Available May 1st. 970-846-5323 1BA, 1BA, Ski Trails Condo. Fully furnished, $1000 monthly includes all utilities. NS, NP. Available until December 1st. 970-846-2659

STEAMBOAT: ON MOUNTAIN. 2bd, 2ba condo at Timber Run, completely furnished, pool, hot tub, sauna, wd in unit, stunning remodel just completed. Available NOW, $1,500 month see www.steamboat319.com or 608-347-6208

STEAMBOAT:Rockies fully furnished condo, 2BD, 2BA, hot tub, pool, near ski area, NS, NP, Available May 3rd. $1,400 monthly plus electrical. 6 month lease, 970-879-0045 OAK CREEK:2BD, 2BA, 1 car garage. Brand new condominium in Oak Creek for rent. Pets allowed. $1,500 monthly 970-846-3597

STEAMBOAT:Quiet Steamboat Blvd. home, unfurnished, 3 + bedrooms, 2.5 baths, views, den, fireplace. No smoking, Responsible pet owners welcome. $2,500 month. 970-819-2200

STEAMBOAT: Beautiful Log Home 9 miles from town. 5BD, 5.5BA Studio, 3 car garage, Great views! $3,500 monthly. (970) 879-1982

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:4 + bedroom old town home, big fenced yard, pets okay. Furnished, $3,000 includes utilities. Flexible terms, call for appointment. (970)871-6898

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. $2100 + utilities. Available May 1st. Call (970)819-2879

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:PETS WELCOME - 4BD, 4BA Majestic Valley unit with 2 car heated garage, gas fireplace, radiant heat. NS, unfurnished. $2350 month + utilities. First, Deposit. Call Ryan (970)819-2742

Steamboat: 4br, 3.5ba 2 car garage On the mtn. near park and bus. Very clean home. Large landscaped yard, quiet neighborhood. NS, W/D Pets Negotiable. Unfurnished. Available May 1st $2700 + utilities 846-2994

YAMPA:Cute 2Bed, 1Bath home, Huge yard, beautifully remodeled kitchen, NP, NS, WD. $1000 month. First, last, security. 970-846-6891 or 970-846-3763

STEAMBOAT:QuailRun - 3BR’s, 3-1/2Baths. Furnished, hottub. Bus route. No pets. $2400 monthly plus electric. Rent includes heat, water, cable-internet. (970)879-8161

STEAMBOAT: Cabin for rent, 18 miles Northwest of Steamboat Springs. WD, Pets okay. $800/monthly plus utilities. Available May 1st. (970)870-3476

STEAMBOAT:Enclave - 3 bedrooms. Furnished. On mountain and bus route. Two car garage. $2075 monthly plus utilities. NP Lease. (970)879-8161

Oak Creek:2BR, 1BA house for rent. New remodel and sunny. $1,000 month includes water, sewer, trash and electric. Call 970-846-3824

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Whistler- Nice unit fully furnished except beds. $1200 monthly. Month-month ok. 303-638-0956

STEAMBOAT:2Bd, 1Ba. Close to Mountain on Bus Route. Lower half of Duplex NS, WD, Pet Ok. $1,100 plus deposit and electric, $500 Rebate at end of lease, available 5/1/09. 970-367-5961 or Cell 909-816-5558. TOPONAS:Newer 2BD, 1BA Log Home. Partially furnished. Large acreage. NS. $800 monthly. 970-638-4281 or 846-4593 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. $1,575 month plus utilities. Available immediately. Call 870-8976

STEAMBOAT:Old Town House 464 8th $1950 P/M WD, 3B, 2B, Pet OK, Yard. Available Now. 303-875-8862 YAMPA: 2BD, 1BA with garage, large fenced yard. NS, pet negotiable. $850 monthly, first, last, security. Available May 1st. (970)846-4596

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:2 duplexes: furnished, fire place, hottub, no dogs. 2BD, 2BA, available May 1st, $1600; 2BD, 1BA, pool, available May 18th, $1500, first,deposit. Room for rent in 3BD, 2BA downtown house $600. 970/581-9197, 970/402-0581 STEAMBOAT:Large top floor 2BD, 2BA Rockies Condo. Furnished, hardwood, deck, storage, bus route, pool/hottubs, golf; utilities included. $1500, Lindsay 508-789-1910 STEAMBOAT:1BR, 2Bath quiet top floor corner unit directly across from ski area. Huge views, townhome feel, hottub. NP, NS short or long term $1050 monthly. Available May 1. 970-846-7547

STEAMBOAT:4BD, 2BA upper 1/2 of duplex, on mountain, 1-car garage, bus route, WD, DW, pet OK. 879-5811 STEAMBOAT:OLD TOWN. 3BR, 2.5bath. 2 car garage. Hottub. Nice living space, great neighborhood. Furnished. $2200 + utilities. First, last, security. NS, pet considered. References required. Available June 1. 871-1594.

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, mountain, 1600 sqft, heated floors, WD, NS, Pets okay. Available May 1st. $1,400 + utilities & deposit. 970-393-0980

STEAMBOAT:4BD, 1/2 Duplex between town & mountain. Heated garage & drive, hot tub & 4 decks. Wow! $2400/monthly. Call Greg Forney 970-870-1020 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, 3357 Apres Ski Way, WD. Walking distance to Gondola. NP, $1100 monthly + deposit & utilities. 970-846-9589 STEAMBOAT:Duplex in old town. Available 5-1. 2.5BD, 1.5BA, NS, pets negotiable, WD, garage. $1175 monthly, utilities included except gas. (970)870-0594

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STEAMBOAT:Nice 3 BEDROOM HOUSE available May 1st. W/D, D/W. Views. On bus route & walking distance of downtown. $1875/mo. 970-846-7358. YAMPA:3 bdrm, large yard, 2 out buildings plus shop, NS, pet negotiable. $1000 monthly, first, last, security. 970-819-2683 STEAMBOAT:On the mountain, bus-route, close to park, great neighborhood. 4BD, 2BA, 2-car garage, WD, NS. $2,200 month plus utilities. 970- 846-1984

HAYDEN:2BD, 1BA mobile home in Hayden. $675 month + utilities. 1st, deposit. Available immediately. Purchase option available. 846-3957

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

STEAMBOAT: Unfurnished 1 bedroom 1 bath Mobile Home located in Dream Island MHC, $875 monthly, $900 deposit, Call (970) 879-0261

Steamboat: 4BR, 3.5BA, 2 car garage, 3000 sq.ft home on Hunters Drive. Hot Tub, Rec Room, furnished, pets negotiable. NS. $2850 per month + utilities. 846-8327. STEAMBOAT:3BD, 3BA Unfurnished, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, hot tub, double garage & fenced, NS, Pet? $1,800 month. Call 970-846-2880 STEAMBOAT:4BD, 3BA, Fully furnished, NS, No cats, small dog considered. Single, double occupancy! $1,800 utilities. Mature applicants please call (818)720-1134

PHIPPSBURG: 1BD, 1BA, fully furnished log house. Woodstove, 10’x10’ storage shed. WD. All utilities included. Absolutely NP, NS. $1000 monthly + deposit. (970)736-8523 STEAMBOAT:4bd, 2ba house in Old Town. Great location. Semi furnished. Walking distance to Main St. Washer/dryer. Year Lease. NS, PETS ALLOWED. Fenced back yard. Available May 1st. $2300 + utilities 970.819.0854 STEAMBOAT ll: Large yard 3BD, 2BA, NS, pets negotiable $1800 month. First, last, deposit. Available May 1st. (970) 846-8327 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 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:New home in Tree Haus. Stunning views, 3BD, 3BA, fully furnished, 2 fireplaces, 6 big screen TV’s, NS, NP. $2700 monthly 970-846-5551 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: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. CLARK:Horse Property for rent. Newer home, 3BD, 2BA, partially furnished, hot tub, W/D, pasture, 3 stall barn, dog kennel, NS. Views, recreation! $2250 month or $1850 month contingent on certain conditions. 970-846-5574. 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:Fishcreek Falls, 3bd, 2.5ba Duplex, walk to downtown, fenced yard, deck, hottub, new carpet, furnished, WD, NS, NP, $2,000+utilities. 307-360-8769 STEAMBOAT:Fairview - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Unfurnished. Close to downtown and college. $1800 monthly plus utilities. NP (970)879-8161 STEAMBOAT:1-4 bedroom homes/condos. Downtown, Walton Village, Walton Creek Also others $700 - $2000 per month. Available now or soon 970.879.8171 www.AxisWestRealty.com YAMPA- Available May 1st. Funky 3BR, 1 1/2BA with attached garage, pellet stove, FP, fenced yard and sheds. Year lease- first, last and $500 dep. Dog welcome $750 monthly contact Greg via email bowsermania@yahoo.com STEAMBOAT:Walk into town from this quiet family neighborhood. 3BD, 2BA, garage. WD, NS, pet? $2,000 month. Call 846-8838 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 YAMPA:Newer home, 3BD, 2BA, laundry room. First, last, security. $900 monthly. Available June 1st. 638-4618

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 OAK CREEK:3BD, 2BA with mudroom, nice deck, two sheds, and fenced yard. Pets OK. $900.00 per month (includes: space rent, water, sewer and trash) will sell for $28,000.00. Please call 846-3057.

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA, nice, clean, 2300 sf, fully furnished or unfurnished, private town setting, aspens, great mountain views. $1900 monthly 970-819-7684 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: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: 3bed, 3bath Walton Village Townhome for rent. Sunny, corner unit with valley views. Fully furnished. $1800/month. NS, NP 970.846.9449 STEAMBOAT:$2,400 monthly, 4BD, 4BA FURNISHED Townhome between Mtn & town on bus route. Views, 1 car garage, W/D. (303)815-0535 STEAMBOAT:DOWNTOWN. Large 3BD, 3BA. 2 living areas. Private decks and insane views on a private drive. NS, NP. $1900 monthly. Available May 1st. Call Tim (970)846-7873 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:For Rent or FSBO OWC, 3 bd, 2 ba, 1 car townhome. Between town and mountain. $1650. 970-291-9025

CRAIG: $1,000 monthly plus utilities. 1st, Last, 3BD, 1BA with garage. 551 Rose St, Craig. Available for viewing April 24th. 805-267-6325

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:4bd, 3.5ba, carport, partially furnished. Located approx. 6 miles North of Steamboat. NS, $1800/month. Damage and pet deposit. Lease negotiable. (303)673-0727.

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, furnished, WD, mountain, deck, hot tub, cable, bus route. Available 6/1, $1,350 + deposit NP, NS (310)920-5859 (310)-379-0464

STAGECOACH:Beautiful home for rent on Thorpe mountain. 4BD, 3BA, garage, hot tub, NS, NP. On 17 acres, just minutes from Stagecoach reservoir. Asking $2100 monthly. 281-798-4005.

STEAMBOAT:Fantastic rental at Mountain Vista Circle 2BD, 2BA, 2 car garage huge views, on bus route, lease. Available May 1st. Cable, trash, water, included. $1400 415-722-0752

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: 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. STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1.5BA Whistler Townhome. WD, deck, pool, hot tub, NS, NP. $1300 month includes most utilities. 1st, last, security. 846-2451. STEAMBOAT: Beautiful 4BD, 3.5BA, 1 car garage, between mountain and town, bus route, WD, NS, NP. $2100 monthly. 846-6423. STAGECOACH Townhome: 3BD, 2BA great views, unfurnished. First, last, security. $1,100 monthly. NP, Available May 1st. (970)618-1727 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 STAGECOACH:3BD, 2BA, 1400sf townhome in Stagecoach. Furnished end unit. $1300 monthly. 846-5086 STEAMBOAT:Downtown Living! 2bed, 2.5bathModern amenities, large kitchen, WD, gas FP. Charming, convenient, NS, references. Available 5/1. $1500 mo. 846-6114 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 3BA, fully furnished, 4-7 month lease. $1700 monthly. Security, reference, NS, NP. 970-819-9316 STEAMBOAT-ALPINE MEADOWS. 2 BD, 2.5 BA, W/D, nicely furnished, very clean, good location, great landlord! NS, NP, $1300/mo. 970-819-2519. HAYDEN:2 BD/1.5 BA townhome with new upgrades, 1 car garage, W/D hookups, near open space, decks. NP. Negotiable Lease. $775/month. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294.

STEAMBOAT:Sundance Creek, 1BD, garage, storage, cable, WD, hottub, on the bus route, 1st, Last, Deposit. Call for pricing. 970-846-9319 STEAMBOAT:Enjoy country living on small ranch about 10 minutes West of Steamboat, on Trout Creek. One room available $600 monthly. 879-3699 STEAMBOAT:1BD with private bathroom. Between town and mtn. on bus route. NS, pets nego. $600 month includes utilities. 846-1609. Furnished bedrooms in New 3BR, 2.5BA, DW, WD. Internet, WiFi included. Furnished, $750/$850 monthly including utilities. Available 5-1, 6-1! 970-846-0440 HAYDEN:Rooms available in Hayden. Long-term rentals $500 per month plus utilities, NS, NP. 970-276-4545 or 970-276-2079 STEAMBOAT:1 room available in 2BD condo between town and Mountain. Quite, mature, responsible person preferred. Month-month. NS, NP. $500/month. 819.0405

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STEAMBOAT:Furnished room, private bath, wifi, cable, W/D. Quiet mountain complex on bus route. $700 includes utilities. Deposit, NS, NP. 819-0404 STEAMBOAT:AMAZING LOCATION IN OLD TOWN! 1BD in 4BD house, Share with 4 laid back 20somethings, N/S, W/D, pets ok, 1/5 utilities, parking, $575 monthly. (847)707-6943 STEAMBOAT:Furnished room for rent at Fish Creek Falls Condos. N/S, N/P $650 a month includes utilities. 970-846-3737

STEAMBOAT:Room for rent walk to mountain, clean, furnished, WD, NP, NS, great deck. Near hospital. $575 + deposit. References 970-846-0323 STEAMBOAT:Mature Christian wants NS roommate, split furnished 2BD, 2BA. Cable, WD, Storage, bus, mountain. Utilities included No lease $675 846-3740 STAGECOACH:Looking for roommate NS, NP but must be dog friendly. $450 month Includes everything. Available May 1st. (970)846-1726. STEAMBOAT:2 rooms available in 3BD, 2BA Mountain Vista townhome. Available now! WD, clable, wifi, $700 per room includes utilities. Travis 970-846-6799

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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

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 STEAMBOAT:Lease with option to buy. Last premium storefront/office space unit available with road frontage. Plenty of parking facing unit. Views. 879-9133 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: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:WAREHOUSE SPACES AVAILABLE. AFFORDABLE RENTS IN TOUGH ECONOMY. $7.50 SF - NNN FOR MORE DETAILS. CALL TRAVIS AT 879-6831 STEAMBOAT:Warehouse: Live or Work 2,000 sq.ft. 3 phase power, fire alarm, sprinkler, large swing and overhead doors, internet, passive solar. Tenant finish, built to suite. This is an excellent property with great neighbors. 970-879-6667

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

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:Gain equity while renting. Lease option to buy. Build to suit in as little as 45 days. Adequate parking. Central location. 879-9133 STEAMBOAT:Pentagon West: Large garage bay with office. Community kitchen, conference room, high-speed internet, dog friendly. Available 5/1/09 970-846-4267, 970-871-9101 ext.10 STEAMBOAT: Rent all or Part of A+ Professional Office Building. Features: Reception, conference, windows & kitchen. MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839

STEAMBOAT: Office space for Free! Single to large executive suite in a professional building great parking,1st month Free 970-870-3473

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: Need more office space?? Hilltop Document Storage is the perfect solution for storing sensitive and confidential documents. Call (970)879-5242

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.

STEAMBOAT:11 miles SW. Sunny bedroom with porch, older farm house. Shared home, modest rent exchange for minimal chores. NS,NP,ND. (970)879-5640

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.

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: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 OAK CREEK: Exceptional, Affordable Office spaces in newer building on main street. Rent includes utilities and heat. 736-2513

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STEAMBOAT:It’s time. One commercial suite left offering road frontage visibility. Easy access and parking in front. 2870sf can be split. 879-9133

Huge Price Reduction! New 2 bed, 2 bath condo with garage and carport in Oak Creek. $189,900 Call Cheryl at Prudential 970-846-6444

Copper Ridge Business Park. Offered at $379,000. #123218. Your next address for your home and business. Beautiful living area has slab granite countertops, warm and inviting hickory flooring throughout and solid oak doors, cabinets and trim. Travertine tile graces the main bath and entrance. Low association dues. Large warehouse is both ready for your offices and garage spaces. Call Suellyn Godino at (970)846-9967 Prudential Steamboat Realty

FSBO DEAL: Upper Walton Village 1BD. $180,000 Call 819-6209

CONSIDER: 2660 s.f. A+ building. Lots of light and parking. Rent possible. For price: MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839

Awesome Business Opportunity Spruce Up! Hair Salon For Sale. Long lease included. 701 Oak Street Steamboat Springs. Gigi Walker 879-1722 BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Own this money making recession proof business! Small investment for a larger return. Serious Only! $35,000/OBO-970-824-7500/702-349-8546 Domino’s Pizza local franchisee. $220,000 OBO. Financing available. Partnerships a possibility. Call Todd at 970-846-4038

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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Dreamboat Cafe located @ OTHS. Is for sale great seasonal business. Some owners financing possible. 970-691-0251

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:Opportunity+ Location+ Price= Fox Creek Park . One commercial suite left offering road frontage visibility. Great for medical office use. Financing available. 879-9133

Office, Warehouse - Copper Ridge Business Park 1500 + sq. ft. West facing, high ceilings, great location. (970) 870-1472

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:Commercial for SALE: 2800 sf Warehouse on 1 acre fenced Industrial Yard in Elk River Business Park includes office, bath, two overhead truck doors and 2 man doors, Concrete truck pad in front. Most of lot buildable for more warehouse/commercial structures. $1,195,000.00. Call Dutch Elting at (970)879-8100 Prudential Steamboat Realty.

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

THE VICTORIA 10th & Lincoln RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE Hal Unruh Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-875-2413

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

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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STEAMBOAT:1BD, private bath, separate entrance, storage space, WD, NS, NP, on MT, bus route. Available May 1st, $600 no utilities, 846-3331, furnished 3BD townhouse to share with one person.

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Phoenix Rising! Offered at $875,000. #121523 This completely renovated Phoenix condominium is absolutely turn-key. An immaculate upper level, 4 bedroom, 2-story unit with Brazilian teak hardwood floors, stunning stone fireplace and large living room. Modern granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and elegant master suite give this unit a distinguished look & feel. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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. Own, Don’t Rent! Offered at $215,000. #125028 Own! Don’t rent! Very cute, top floor, corner unit with lots of light over looking the green space with views of the ski area. Bedroom has windows on two sides, one bath, washer/dryer, wood stove, new appliances and kitchen. Nice beams and T & G ceilings. Easy access to parking area, free bus and the recreational amenities. Nice upgrades and quality finishes. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty Impeccable Quail Run 2BD, 2BA, 1-car garage + lots of storage. Top Floor corner unit with ski mountain views. $397,900. Call Roy Powell, RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661 Just listed! Walton Creek, 2BD, 2BA, 1020 sqft, GREAT PRICE! $249,000. Owner financing possibilities! RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT Roy Powell 846-1661

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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. LOCAL OR INVESTOR 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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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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Extraordinary Cabin in the Woods Offered at $779,000 Embrace the timeless style of this 4 bedroom/3.5 bath custom timber-frame residence defining elegant Colorado rustic with its massive Douglass-fir timbers throughout the interior. You can see and feel the passion of the old-world craftsmanship only seen in multi-million dollar homes. Surround yourself in the aspens and pines on a .67 acre lot adjacent to a greenbelt with access to BLM ensuring privacy and unlimited activities. Call Suellyn Godino at (970)846-9967 Prudential Steamboat Realty Amazing Steamboat Starter Home! Offered at $429,500. #124053. Perfect starter home in Steamboat II with fantastic views of the mountain on a large corner maturely landscaped lot. This home is in almost perfect condition and has been fully upgraded. The kitchen is complete with gorgeous granite countertops, new appliances, huge pantry and brand new front loading washer and dryer. Throughout the home vaulted tongue and groove ceilings soar throughout every well designed spacious room. The backyard is zero scaped for maximum water efficiency and the front is complete with a natural blooming herb garden and gorgeous poppies! This home is a MUST see! Call The Hibbard Team at (970)846-8247 or (970)846-8536 www.steamboatliving.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Gunn Creek Estate. Offered at $3,600,000. #122343. Crossing a wooden bridge over Gunn Creek lies a magnificent 8500+sqft custom home. Built masterfully with hand carved doors, a gourmet kitchen, dual offices, multiple living rooms and fireplaces, a game room and bar. Surrounded on 18 acres of gardens, trees, waterfalls with Gunn Creek flowing through to your own trout pond. Fenced with a 4 stall heated horse barn completing this truly wonderful offering. www.gunncreek.com For a personal enchanting tour please contact Karen or Fred Hughes at (970)846-4841 or (970)846-1880. Prudential Steamboat Realty 4 + bedroom old town home, big fenced yard, & furnished. $790,000 Call for appointment. (970)871-6898

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Quality Plus Opportunity! Offered at $255,000. #124329. Great 3 bed, 2 bath, energy efficient, 1250 sq ft duplex with fenced yard and sun porch. Like new condition with wonderful finishes, radiant floor heat, hickory floors and much more. Possible USDA loan available to qualified buyer. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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

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FSBO 2BD, 1.5BA House. Remodeled, 2 storage sheds, fenced front yard, great condition! 377 Steele St, Craig. Asking $110,000 970-629-9504

Exquisite Mountain Convenience. Offered at $795,000. #124035. This 4-Diamond rated, fully furnished condominium at Canyon Creek is just 200 yards from the mountain base. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with a warm living room, gas fireplace, leather seating, recessed ceiling with accent lighting and walkout deck. This unit has newly tiled floors, new carpet, granite countertops, new window treatments and new furnishings. Granite counters and double sinks in every bathroom, underground parking, outdoor pool, hot tubs, fitness center & more. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com PRICE REDUCED!

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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

OWNER FINANCING! Large private .79 acre lot. 2BD, 1BA home. Unique opportunity. Fairview neighborhood. VIEWS! $470,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661

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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 Monarch Ridge Offered at $1,093,000 #124936 Overlooking the Yampa River Valley, this stunning home has 360-degree panoramic views of the Steamboat Ski Area, Continental Divide and Yampa River. Solitude and privacy await you at this 43.5 acre homestead just 15 miles west of Steamboat Springs. Custom built with 3 bedrooms and immaculate, top-end finishes throughout. Italian porcelain tiled floors, solid hickory doors & trim and hand-textured walls & ceilings. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 4 1 6 o r ( 9 7 0 ) 8 4 6 - 8 1 0 0 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Lease Option to Buy! 3 bedroom /2 bath home with garage in Hayden. $279,900. Call for terms. Call Cheryl at Prudential. 970-846-6444

Affordable Quaint Log Home plus Artist’s Studio on 4 lots, Phippsburg, backyard perimeter-fenced. Just $74,000. Upper Yampa Realty 970-736-8454 www.UpperYampaRealty.com

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

Old Town Victorian Offered at $895,000 #124998 This charming Victorian style home sits in the heart of downtown in what could be the cutest row of homes in all of Steamboat. Walk to schools, the library, bike path, Howelsen Hill or a myriad of other activities from this premier Old Town location. With 4 bedrooms plus an office and a renovated attic for additional space, the layout makes this home very livable and fun for entertaining. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Gorgeous Modern Log Home Offered at $895,000 #125016 This fantastic 3+ bedroom home in Silver Spur offers the luxury of travertine tiled floors, granite countertops and knotty alder trim & doors encompassed within modern log home construction. The master “retreat” features lofted ceilings, stunning log beams, Jacuzzi jetted tub and steam shower. A gate from the fenced backyard gives direct access to a maintained nature trail and protected green belt. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Price Reduced! New home, 2BA, 3BD, 2 Car garage on large lot! Gain instant equity! 980 E 9th, Craig. 970-629-5427

HUGE Price Reduction on Apres Ski! Offered at $749,500 #122413 After a drastic price reduction, this is now priced $95,500 under the 2007 sales price! Time is of the essence, so make your offer today. Excellent redevelopment opportunity. Location and convenience near the mountain sets this location apart from others. Views of the ski mountain and south valley are outstanding. Existing duplex brings in great rental income. Preliminary plans for construction of a new duplex are included. Call Angela Ashby at (970)819-4897 www.YourSteamboatHome.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE! 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. A lot Sq. Ft. at $540,000 Call Roy Powell REMAX Steamboat 846-1661

New Price on this Fabulous Home w/Caretaker unit Offered at $849,000 #124387 “This home sits on a large lot in one of Fishcreek Falls finest subdivisions, Margarite Ridge. Enjoy all that this single family home has to offer with beautiful back yard, large open living area and great views. There are four large bedrooms and three and half baths with the master suite resting on its own level. The caretaker unit is a large one bedroom with kitchenette, full bath and its own entrance. Truly a remarkable home. Priced to sell. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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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 FSBO:Own a piece of Routt County History. Updated 1730sqft 4BD, 2.5BA home on .3acres. 15 miles South of Steamboat on Highway 131. $240,000 846-8630 or 846-1558

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

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 $445,000 Downtown! Includes accessory apartment + 2BD, 2BA home. Owner/Broker Call Roy Powell RE/MAX STEAMBOAT (970)846-1661 LOG HOME SALE -1300 sq ft, complete dry-in package for $55,900.00. Save $3,000.00. 719-686-0404 or www.highcountryloghomes.NET . Many models available.

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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

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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 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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STEAMBOAT:2BR, 1BA Riverside Duplex unit, New roof, carpet, paint. Nice yard, No HOA This home qualifies for a USDA Rural Direct Loan with possible interest rate to 1%. $265,000. (970)879-2025

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3 Old Town Lots in Steamboat Springs Flat, easy build, fenced with views of Sleeping Giant. $340,000 970-826-0307

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Great Horse, Farm or Business Property Offered at $645,000 #125023 Easy access to Hwy 40 and Steamboat or Yampa Valley airport. 35 acres with 5 acres on lower property and 30 acres on upper property. Amazing views and possible building sites on upper property or continue hay production. Lower 5 acres has 6500 sq ft indoor facility - use for indoor riding arena or for your shop/business, several out buildings and 3 bedroom house. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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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2 sanctuary golf course lots, exceptionally beautiful private lots. Adjacent to Fish Creek, covered with trees, incomparable views. Practically half price. Priced hundreds of thousands. below most recent appraisal. Extraordinary opportunity for the savvy investor. Serious inquiries please! OWNER 970-879-3974 or 303-588-8001

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DIRT CHEAP! Giving It Away! FSBO:2BD, 1BA woodstove $13,500 OBO. Partial Trade? 970-669-7751

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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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A Rare Deal on the Elk River Offered at $649,000 #124727 This is an outstanding value for such a rare piece of land on the Elk River. 22+ acres with waterways, water features and stunning views just outside of Steamboat Springs. Fish and recreate on your own private river retreat. Utilize the charming cabin that exists on the property while you plan your home on one of the many optimal building sites. Call Karen or Fred Hughes at (970)846-4841 or (970)846-1880. 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

2BD, 1BA Oak Creek mobile home, woodburning stove, updated appliances, and some remodeling, $8,000 price negotiable. 970-819-0252

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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.

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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

160 contiguous acres. 4 miles North of ElkHead Reservoir. Easy access. (2)80 acre parcels $240,000 each or $470,000 for both. 970-846-8630 or 970-846-7796 FSBO

Mountain Get Away Home Site! In the center of Routt County’s most majestic recreational area adjoining National Forest. Build your mountain retreat on this 5.2 acre paradise. Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970)846-1661

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4+/-acres bordering Oak Creek: Keep your livestock! Water/sewer taps paid. Building sites w/great views. $190,000. Upper Yampa Realty 970-736-8454 www.UpperYampaRealty.com

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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

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Why rent-OWN! Nicest lot in Oak Creek! Remodeled 1400 sq./ft. doublewide - Willow Hill. No money down! $750 month. 875-0700

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Magnificent Mountain Views! 10314 Hwy 125, Rand. Custom 3 bd 3 ba home built in 2002. Granite countertops & entryway. Open flr plan, walk out full unfinished bsmnt. Storage buildings. Watch moose & elk in their natural habitat. Livestock welcome. Rick Peden RE/MAX Action Brokers 970.229.9200 office 970.227.8486 cell

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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

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Sri Lanka in midst of civil war Red Cross says citizens stuck in catastrophic situation Krishan Francis

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Tens of thousands of civilians trapped in Sri Lanka’s northern war zone face a “catastrophic” situation, the Red Cross said Tuesday, amid fears a final assault against the Tamil Tiger rebels would lead to a dramatic increase in casualties. The U.N. and others have called for a negotiated truce to allow civilians to leave the rebel-

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held coastal strip — and the government says more than 52,000 had escaped since Monday. But Sri Lankan officials have refused to heed those international pleas to halt the fighting, saying it is on the verge of crushing the separatists and putting an end to the 25-yearold war. The United Nations estimated more than 4,500 civilians have been killed in the past three months. The rebels said more than 1,000 civilians died Monday in a government raid, while the government said it rescued thousands after they broke through a barrier built by the insurgents that protects their last stronghold. Human rights groups say the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam are holding many people in the enclave against their will and using them as human shields. Those groups also have accused the government of indiscriminate shelling in the region. Both sides deny the allegations. Thousands of civilians also fled in packed small boats, and they were picked up by navy patrols and transported to camps where Tamils who have escaped the war are being held. More than 2,000 people in about 100 boats were picked up Monday. The Red Cross said about 50,000 civilians still were strand-

ed, while Human Rights Watch put the number between 50,000 and 100,000. A worker for Doctors Without Borders said hundreds of wounded were arriving at her hospital in Vavuniya, south of the war zone, in governmentarranged buses, and some had died en route. The hospital is overcrowded with 1,200 people being accommodated in a facility with only 400 beds, said mental health officer Karen Stewart, according to a statement from the aid group. U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees Antonio Guterres was concerned about the “dramatic situation” for civilians still in the war zone, commission spokesman Ron Redmond said. “There are innocent civilians — women and children — caught in the middle of the conflict ... so the high commissioner is saying there should be a pause in the hostilities and the LTTE should allow civilians to leave,” Redmond said. Military spokesman Brig. Udaya Nanayakkara denied that 1,000 civilians died, saying 17 civilians were killed Monday by rebel shelling and by three suicide bombers. “Our troops are rescuing the trapped civilians. It’s the LTTE which is preventing civilians from fleeing,” Nanayakkara said.

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Police found a body in flames dumped along a main thoroughfare on the outskirts of this violent northern border city, authorities said Tuesday. The victim was found with his head wrapped in packing tape, a common practice used by drug smugglers against rivals, a city police report said. The body was still on fire when it was found late Monday, but police said they did not know whether the man was burned alive. Officials still were trying to identify the corpse Tuesday. The Baja California state prosecutor’s office, meanwhile, said it had identified the remains of three young men found last week in Tecate, just outside Tijuana. In one case, only the skull and upper-body bones of a 25-year-old man were found. Mexico’s drug violence has claimed more than 10,700 lives since 2006 when President Felipe Calderon launched his anti-drug campaign, sending more than 45,000 troops to drug hotspots.

Tijuana, across the U.S. border from San Diego, Calif., has harbored some of the worst violence. The Mexican Bishop’s Council, meanwhile, urged Catholic priests in the country to be prudent when speaking publicly about drug trafficking. Last week, the archbishop of the northern state of Durango, Hector Gonzalez Martinez, said the alleged leader of the powerful Sinaloa cartel lives near the Durango town of Guanacevi, and “everybody knows it except the authorities.” That stoked fear among the region’s clergy, and Martinez quickly apologized for the statement. Law enforcement officials said they have no evidence that reputed Sinaloa cartel leader Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman lives in Guanacevi. Priests should exercise “prudence when voicing opinions, especially if they can’t back it up,” Matamoros Bishop Faustino Armendariz said at a news conference at the opening of the annual meeting of the Bishop’s Council.