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Wheat Ridge | Edgewater | FEBRUARY 16 – MARCH 15, 2016

Three-Lane 38th Avenue Plans Move Forward in Workshop By J. Patrick O’Leary

bout 125 stakeholders and residents worked toward a consensus on streetscape designs for the West 38th Avenue corridor at a two-hour-long “Cre8 Your 38” public meeting, held in the gymnasium of the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center the evening of Feb. 11. “We presented the top six designs from the first round, identifying common elements: three lanes of travel (two lanes with a center turning lane), trees, safe and wide sidewalks,” said Maureen Harper, Wheat Ridge Public Information Officer. “We discussed in more detail options relating to bike lanes, parking, width of sidewalks and width of amenity zones, and how to accommodate wider sidewalks and amenity zones,” she said. Also discussed were options for how to accommodate wider sidewalks and amenity zones, included obtaining additional right-of-way, moving curbs, or retrofitting the existing sidewalk. Designers will use feedback from the workshop to create a refined streetscape design concept (or concepts) to be presented at the final public meeting, scheduled for March 10 at the Wheat Ridge Rec Center, from 6 to 8 p.m.

“Cre8 Your 38” was designed to give residents and business owners the opportunity to discuss design elements, create models of what 38th Avenue could look like, and develop a shared vision for the streetscape of 38th Avenue. The end result will be a community-developed streetscape design that includes enough detail to ensure that the plan is accurately priced and can be used to create a plan for the city to use. Overwhelming public participation at the initial Jan. 14 meeting at the Rec Center conference room resulted in city officials holding a second public meeting Jan. 21 and offering an online survey from Jan. 22 through 25 for those turned away at the door or unable to attend. Reacting to allegations of impropriety at the initial meeting – including inclusion of nonresidents and steering participants away from four-lane designs – City Council held a special meeting Jan. 20 to take public comment and question city staff. Twenty four people spoke and four letters were read into the record. Council concluded the two-and-a-half-hour meeting by resolving to fine-tune parking and transportation, require participants to provide their home Continued on page 2

Sledding Ordinance Changed, Now What? By Silvana Vukadin-Hoitt

o far it’s been a mild winter here in the metro area, but with one of the snowiest months still ahead, inquiring minds want to know: where do you go for some oldfashioned sledding in Wheat Ridge? A simple search on Yelp is filled with plenty of suggestions, including the hill north of Everitt Middle School, a popular local attraction for years. Beyond that, every serious sledder keeps their secrets. Until recently though, it was technically prohibited to engage in sledding activity on city park property, which was often also prime sledding territory. Due to an obscure ordinance passed some decades ago, probably as a preventative measure to preclude injuries while sledding, sledding at a city park meant breaking the law. Good news. In November of 2015 the City of Wheat Ridge unanimously passed Ordinance 1587, amending Section 17-54 of the Code of Laws. This granted authorization to the Director of Parks and Recreation “to permit sledding at specific locations and under specific conditions,” which means: Legal sledding. Sledders of Wheat Ridge, rejoice! Guy Nahmiach, local realtor and Chairman of the Commission for Parks and Recreation Wheat Ridge is thrilled that the city moved forward by amending the ordinance. "I remember tobogganing as a kid and it was so much fun!” he said. “Sledding is one

more activity where community building and use of our parks can come together." He stated that there could always be more engagement and community centered activities during the winter months and said he felt that tobogganing and sledding would be an excellent family oriented activity to support. Certainly, when the winter doldrums hit and everyone is stuck in the house because it's too cold or snowy outside the idea of grabbing a contraption of some sort and heading out to the nearest snow covered hill is attractive. And now that it's legal, why not organize events around it. A competition perhaps, with sponsorship from area businesses, schools and local outreach organizations would certainly foster community and also boost outdoor activity, something that parents and children can enjoy together. Nahmiach, who has thought about this quite a bit, envisions toboggan building events with the whole family getting in on the action. There could be tournaments and competitions with prizes going out to the fastest sled or the most creative designs. Add on a chili cook off and a hot chocolate stand and you've got yourself a community party on a snowy hillside practically outside your door. As with all such adventures and undertakings, suggestions and volunteers are always welcome. To find out more about how to engage your tobogganing inner child, contact Guy Nahmiach at 303-999-5789 or at guy@nostalgichomes.com.

A FEW HARDY SOULS ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL SUNDAY AFTERNOON recently in Crown Hill park. Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow February 2, signifying the return of an early spring. PHOTO DANIELLE NAHMIACH

No Butcher In Revised Plan Pitched for Fruitdale School By Nancy Hahn

heat Ridge City Council gave the go-ahead to pursue a private-public partnership to redevelop the historic Fruitdale School into a 16-unit apartment building at its February 8 meeting, following public comment and presentation by city staff. However, the October proposal to include an artisanal meat production and apprenticeship program and an associated small retail storefront in the building along with 13 residences has been scrapped. Jim Hartman of Hartman/Ely Investments presented an updated proposal for the Fruitdale School at Wheat Ridge City Council’s January 11 meeting. After receiving revised information and taking public comment, council voted 7-1 on February 8 to supporting the redevelopment, with Councilman Larry Matthews objecting. Fruitdale School on West 44th Avenue was designed by architect Temple Buell and built in 1926. Buell designed the Cherry Creek Mall, the Paramount Theater, and

schools across Colorado after World War I lung damage caused him to relocate from Chicago. Many of his designs included developing shapes and patterns through ingenious use of bricks, which can be seen in Fruitdale School. The school, in need of repair, was closed after the Norma Anderson Preschool was built in 2007. In 2014, there was a proposal to renovate this building to be used, again, as a school. This proposal was withdrawn, because the building needed a great deal of renovation. The cost of renovating to the code requirements for schools was beyond the reach of the funding. At the January meeting, Hartman/Ely Investments presented its current plan, which will include two- and three-bedroom apartments. Most will be rented at market rate, while five would be affordable housing. The presentation included design details ranging from tree varieties for the Fruitdale orchard to exposed masonry and plaster on some interior walls to unique multiContinued on page 2

THE TEMPLE BUELL-DESIGNED FRUITDALE SCHOOL will be redeveloped into a 16-unit apartment building, provided Wheat Ridge can help ﬁnance the project. PHOTO: NANCY HAHN

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are worried about water damage because their gutters empty near the foundation of their homes or into their window wells. olorado is the only state in the nation Over the summer, Colorado State that outlaws the use of rain barrels to University came out with research that collect water off of our roofs to use in our confirms there would be no gardens. negative impact on downstream In a state where people are users, like agriculture and dedicated to conserving natural others. In fact, this bill will help resources – including every drop cities use less drinking water of precious water – it makes on outdoor gardens. I grew up sense to change the law to let on a farm in Colorado, and as a people set up a couple of rain farmer’s daughter, I can tell you barrels, save some water, and that legalizing rain barrels just use it to grow their tomatoes and makes good Colorado common flowers. sense. That’s why I am again When I talk to friends sponsoring legislation that would legalize rain barrels. The Jessie Danielson and neighbors in my district and across the state, they are bill, HB16-1005, that I’m bringing surprised this is illegal right now. These with Rep. Daneya Esgar (D-Pueblo) is folks have made it loud and clear that they simple. It will allow homeowners to collect want this bill to pass. It’s time for Colorado rainwater in one or two 55-gallon barrels on to join the other 49 states and fix this their property. The water could only be used outdated law. on that property, and could only be used State Representative Jessie Danielson outside – not for drinking. serves North-Central Jefferson County at Many constituents have come to me to the State Capitol. To reach Rep. Danielson tell me how rain barrels would help them. or for information about upcoming Town Some have water that runs onto their Hall events, please call her at 303-866sidewalk, but they would rather use it to 5522 or visit www.jessiedanielson.com. water their plants and flowers. Some people

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addresses, and presenting cost, proposed development and the Wadsworth PEL study to participants in the next meetings. Staff also agreed to provide more “clickers” for voting. When results of the Jan. 14 and 21 meetings and online surveys were compiled, only six of the 33 preliminary designs created at the workshops received a nod for further refinement and consideration by 51 percent or more of participants, according to a Feb. 1 memo from City Manager Patrick Goff. The memo also revealed: • All six approved designs featured three lanes – two plus a center turn lane – and included some combination of bike lanes, trees and amenities. The most popular design earned 58.75 percent approval. • The eight four-lane designs received only an average approval of 23.29 percent. • A solitary two-lane design garnered only 44.44 percent approval. • There were 176 “clickers” for voting and 187 active participants at the first, Jan. 14 meeting; 176 voted in the first round and

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level floor plans. The house on the property would become a three-bedroom unit. An advisor from Pinnacle Real Estate Investors assured the group that these apartments would be very popular. The area is within easy walking or biking distance of Clear Creek Trail, on an RTD bus route, and next to a district preschool. Additionally, its asset management team would maintain the property. The renovations would be done under historical guidelines to preserve the historical value and appearance of the building. The apartments, though, would include some unique, up-to-date designs. Xcel Energy, after viewing the innovative plans, awarded a renewable energy contract. In addition, the design earns solar energy tax credits. Tenants’ utility bills would be much lower than normal. There will be at least one charging station for electric vehicles. Following the presentation, much of the discussion and questions were about funding. HOME funds from Housing and Urban Development, for the affordable units, have already been approved. Grants and loans from the city, from Wheat Ridge Housing Authority, as well as a bank loan

21 in the second. • 64 people voted in the second, Jan. 21 meeting. • 508 people who attended neither meeting completed the online survey. Of the 673 who attempted, most were denied for admitting attending one of the meetings, two for incomplete name and address, and another two for previously completing the survey. • 104 people who attended the Jan. 14 meeting completed the online survey voting on the nine designs created at the Jan. 21 meeting. • Only four of the nine designs from the Jan. 21 meeting received 51 percent or greater approval at the actual meeting. After both online surveys were tallied, none of the nine garnered sufficient support for further development. All designs and the vote totals have been posted on the city’s website. No online survey was offered as an alternative to people unable to participate in Feb. 11 meeting, due to difficulties replicating the decision making process online, according to Goff’s memo. No second meeting was offered – the new venue, the gymnasium, has a capacity of 450. would be needed. A loan from the city might bring its reserves below the required 17 percent, and require a supermajority approval by council to allot funds. The years of effort on this project have been to find a way to preserve this slice of history and better Wheat Ridge. Council members Zachary Urban and Genevieve Wooden both expressed concerns that unless a proposal is accepted, it is likely that this historic building will be torn down and the land sold. Council member Tim Fitzgerald pointed out that while this apartment plan would save this historic building, it would be like a private work of art – the public would have no access to it. Hartman/Ely Investment assured the council that part of the site could be available for public events and the first floor hall could be open to public access. Several council members felt that having this development, also, might be a catalyst to redevelopment in the area. City attorney Gerald Dahl advised that a resolution of intent could be prepared outlining the next steps, and addressing the concerns about access to public space and details about taxes. There was a consensus for the resolution. Hartman/Ely is expected to present a development plan for council approval at the February 22 regular council meeting.

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LOCALWORKS UPDATE

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What is Happening at 38th and Wadsworth?

Ridgefest will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10. Ridgefest offers a classic car show, an Artisan Marketplace, a local “Home Brew” xciting things are happening on 38th tasting contest, cottage foods contests, and Avenue. The Cre8 Your 38 design excellent bluegrass music. process is underway and helping the For Halloween festivities, there is Trunk community develop a streetscape design or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 29. Trunk or treat for Wheat Ridge’s main street. Through a is a fun, safe event for kids and process of community meetings, their families. Community voting and online surveys, the members and local businesses designs have been narrowed decorate their cars and with down and will be presented at a creative disguises to delight community meeting on March 10 kids of all ages and distribute at the Wheat Ridge Recreation candy to celebrate Halloween. Center. The Holiday Celebration In January over 900 on Ridge at 38 will be held on community members participated Saturday, Dec. 3. This event in the meetings and surveys! The offers visits with Santa and goal of the process is to have a Ms. Claus, crafts for the kids, majority of participants reach free hot cocoa and cookies, free consensus on a design for 38th Carolyn Doran horse-drawn carriage rides, live Avenue between Harlan and reindeer, food vendors, artisans, live holiday Wadsworth. performances, carolers, festive souvenirs, With this attention on Wheat Ridge's and holiday festivities. main street, we want to make sure you This summer the Ridge at 38 will feature know about all the cool festivals and events movies at our Friday Night Live events on happening on Ridge at 38 this year. June 24, July 29 and Aug. 26. There will We are excited to announce the Ridge be a variety of activities and a movie on the at 38 Criterium will be held on Sunday, field in front of Stevens Elementary School. June 12. This year we have been awarded Get involved and attend with your family the State Championship Race which takes and friends. Visit www.ridgeat 38.com for place a on a fast, 1.15-mile course in the more information on ways to participate heart of Wheat Ridge. In addition to racing, or get the Ridge at 38 app in ITunes or the event will feature a free family-friendly Google Play stores. If you are interested festival with food, live music, activities like in volunteering at one of our events go to face painting and other family friendly http://wearelocalworks.org/volunteer/ entertainment. New this year is a Brewfest join-event-crew/. featuring local brewers. Races start at 9 Carolyn Doran is the Events Manager a.m. and the Brewfest and activities end at for Localworks. 7 p.m.

no cost to the city. A good deal for us! Some citizens were upset that the anchor tenant for the grocery store slot was a Waluadrant Wheat Ridge Corners, L.L.C., Mart Neighborhood Grocery. Subsequently the developer at 38th and Wadsworth, they were successful in getting Issue 300 is well into its third year of attempting to on the ballot, which passed by about 350 make this project go. Quadrant plans to votes out of 9,000. Issue 300 was intended spend around $20 million on the project and to retroactively eliminate the TIF agreement has already spent approximately and thus make the project $500,000 to get to this unbuildable. point. The project includes Naturally to protect the townhomes, small shops and money they have already spent a small grocery store about the and the years they put into the same size as the Safeway. project, Quadrant sued. Nothing Due to the many obstacles to will go forward until the lawsuit development of this site, which is settled. must be remediated, it cannot First - a definition - “Ex be developed using free market post facto” is Latin for “after the competition. Additionally, the fact.” Essentially, in this context city has required the developer it means that you can't make to provide extensive public Tim Fitzgerald something illegal if it was legal at infrastructure. To compensate the time that it happened. It’s a for the lack of competitiveness of the site, a concept from English Common Law. process called Tax Increment Financing is Article 1, Section 9, Clause 3 of the used. Almost every city in the nation uses this United States Constitution says “No...ex process including all our neighboring cities. post facto Law shall be passed.” Tax Increment Financing – or “TIF” – In the Colorado Constitution, Article II works like this: All governments continue to [Bill of Rights] Section 11 is about Ex post receive the taxes that they now receive and facto laws. “No ex post facto law, nor law they all will reap the benefit of increased impairing the obligation of contracts, or tax income from the newly developed site retrospective in its operation, … shall be after public infrastructure is paid for. The passed…” city negotiated an agreement with the Issue 300 contains an Ex post facto developer to build public infrastructure at clause going back to the project contract his expense, but will be repaid with a share intended to kill the project. If the court rules of newly generated taxes from the project. that the ex post facto part of issue 300 is Tax income would be held by the city but illegal, Wadsworth Corners will proceed. If the developer would be repaid as he finished 300 is legal, the blighted buildings will be the required building projects. In the end, with us for many decades to come. the city would be rid of a blighted eyesore, Contact Wheat Ridge District III City have new homes and new shops plus new Councilman Tim Fitzgerald at 720-360sidewalks, landscaping, turn lanes, stop 0871 or tfitzgerald@ci.wheatridge.co.us. lights and many other enhancements. All at

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he subject of a single garbage collection vendor has been brewing again. It is a topic that's been debated in private and public many times before. There was a town hall meeting four years ago with attendance higher than any other contested issue, including our public debates over main streets and number of lanes. The issue revolves around Wheat Ridge being one of the very few towns, if not the last one, without an official waste collection service. Almost everyone understands the benefits of having a single collector…as long as it's the one they currently use. After all, we do live in a city with multiple water providers. A large number of supermarkets that carry the same products, a few national brand package delivery and pick-up companies, and even more landscaping companies that have their trucks and trailers drive up and down our streets every day of the year. So what's so special about five or six different garbage companies keeping our homes and community free of waste? Having multiple trucks of various colors driving up and down our streets with inconsistent drivers and vehicles? The overloading of road usage, gas guzzling, fume clouds and a daily exposure of people's garbage on your block? Sounds like a logical argument. The utopian image of that garbage truck simply driving once down the street sits high on a pedestal while reality has the same truck driving up and down six and seven

about the condition and I would encourage you to look into it further. You may have sleep apnea if you snore loudly, and you feel n Sunday, Jan. 3, at 4:03 a.m. my tired even after a full night's sleep. wife called 911 because she found me I would like to encourage you to consider nonresponsive and not breathing. The becoming CPR certified or simply attend a dispatcher instructed my wife to begin CPR Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED training on me until the first responders arrived. class. You can find out more information Because you are reading this column, about upcoming classes by visiting www. please know that I am fine today. I am redcross.org. You never know forever in a debt of gratitude to whose life you may save. A class my wife, Melinda Urban, who is will provide you with the basic certified in CPR. life preserving skills necessary I am here today because to give first responders the best my wife knows how to offer chance at providing aid to the CPR, as she and I sought afflicted person. initial certification prior to One major recent each of our children being change in CPR protocol is the born. My gratitude and thanks removal of the mouth-to-mouth also extends to the Wheat resuscitation element. This Ridge Police Department, the is one of many new advances Wheat Ridge Fire Department, including training on how to Zach Urban Pridemark Paramedic Services, operate an automated external and Lutheran Medical Center for defibrillator (AED) safely and effectively. the exceptional care and professionalism If you have previously been trained in they showed me and family, especially my CPR, the current certification is only good wife in this ordeal. for two years and it may be worthwhile to As it turns out, I have a fairly common, take a refresher course. If you work for a albeit a previously undiagnosed condition large employer, many companies have this of sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a condition training as an employee benefit or may where, while asleep, a person’s airway reimburse the cost of attending this training. becomes obstructed, or otherwise breathing As my wife and I prepare to celebrate our pauses. The episodes of breathing pauses are 9th wedding anniversary this month, I want called apneas, which literally means “without to take this opportunity to publicly thank breath.” An apnea is a period during which my wife, Melinda Urban, for always finding breathing either stops or is significantly ways to both take my breath away and give reduced. new breath to my life. Now that I am aware of this condition, Thank you, Melinda, I love you! I am in a better position to take the steps I Zachary Urban can be reached at 720need to address it. I have been on a fast mend 252-5930 or www.zacharyurban.com. to good health. I have learned quite a bit

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times on the same street during that same day with no set plan. Did you know that only two of our daily garbage companies own their own landfills? The rest of the smaller ones are taking your garbage to someone else's dump. Many have argued that exclusivity breeds bad service. Like the government itself. When the city decides to put your street on a low-priority snow clearing schedule or stop sweeping your street, what can you do about it? Nothing! If the garbage provider decides to skip your street for a while, you can simply have them replaced with a better vendor. We know that competition creates an environment where the customer wins. As long as we let multiple vendors compete, the customer will always have their choice in telecommunication services, weekly food shopping or even filling up our cars at one of the many gas stations. Discounts and rebates are used to secure your business. Good service is used to maintain that relationship. Past talks of a franchise system never gained any traction. Solutions that included dividing the city into two and comparing vendors also never sparked any energy. The hugely varied lot sizes and number of multi-family buildings do not create a level playing field. Efficiency and keeping our environment a priority will continue to play against political grandstanding, life-long habits and harsh reality of economics. The debate continues. Contact Guy Nahmiach at 303-9995789 or Guy@NostalgicHomes.com.

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SCHOOL CROSSING Inside Our Neighborhood Schools Department. Officers will bring these on domestic calls involving children. It's no wonder that Kullerstrand is becoming a n a move to increase transparency at the viable choice for more affluent families school level and boost the effectiveness of moving into our new developments. its advanced programs, Stevens Elementary The Jefferson County Business Alliance held a GT family meeting last February 9. has been busy conducting their Career Parents were promised that "clustering" Ready Training program around our local would be replaced with "blending” – a high schools. The program helps students grouping of students based on ability rather to become more effective candidates during than age group. interviews, improve their customer-service Patty Laushman is the new GT liaison habits, and develop careerparent at Stevens and has been ready skills that would make instrumental in improving them more attractive in today’s communication between parents and tomorrow’s marketplace. and the school. The Stevens GT The students from Wheat Ridge Center is the first step in the High who just completed the advanced learning pathway that week-long course will receive has been developed in Wheat an achievement certificate that Ridge. Jeffco's own Dr. Blanche will actually give them a priority Kapushion, Director of the GT placement this summer by many program, has worked hard in local Jeffco employers. setting a pathway for advanced This program has had learners right here in Wheat Guy Nahmiach huge support from the business Ridge, starting at Stevens, then community that has long discussed the Everitt Middle and finally at Wheat Ridge career readiness of our graduates. While High. gaining the textbook knowledge, it's the Not only has this elevated the profile of everyday behavior that's been lacking. our neighborhood schools, it's also helped Communication skills including letter in retaining students otherwise enrolled writing, appropriate dress code for a business in schools outside of our city. This was the environment and the ability to market first year that Manning did not have a wait yourself in a competitive workforce. You can list – a sign that parents and students are in contact Joni Inman, Executive Director of fact looking at all available options and are JCBEA at 303-568-0874 for more info. breaking traditions for the sake of what's Enrollment is in full swing these days. best for themselves. Are you looking for an environment that It's also important to mention that while will challenge your student? A place that 11,900 students in Jeffco have Advanced will get them ready for the next level? Learning Plans, 80 percent of them sit I would encourage you to not listen to in regular (non-GT center) classrooms. your neighbors, rumors and misleading And while the new ESSA (Every Student numbers on the Internet. Principals at every Succeeds Act) formally funds the Special school are ready to walk you through their Education programs in our schools, no buildings and show you, first hand, the budget has been set aside for our advanced amazing programs and huge smiles inside learners. The continuing notion that "they'll our classrooms. I do agree that growth and just do fine" continues to linger in many of achievement are the foundation of every our neighborhood schools. learning facility. But when Dylan comes Kullerstrand Elementary continues to home every day still talking about what he grow not only academically but within the learned in Mr. Gold's class...well how do you community as well. Under the thoughtful measure that kind of enthusiasm? leadership of principal Valdez this school Where are your kids going next year? has replaced the traditional Valentine's Share with us the path you've chosen. Day parties with a "Day of Kindness,” with As always, thanks for reading. projects developed by each grade to share Contact Guy Nahmiach at 303-999and care. One class, for example, collected 5789 or Guy@NostalgicHomes.com. stuffed animals for the Wheat Ridge Police

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The Dream Lives On Through the Gilmore Scholarship By Meghan Godby

echnology is at the center of our universe, and it’s growing at a rapid pace. The evidence is all around us: crosswalks stalled with texting teenagers, voice-activated televisions, and even self-parking vehicles. Not surprisingly, technology has made its way into our educational systems as well. The students at Wheat Ridge 5-8, for example, use an iPad as part of their daily curriculum. While the school provides the devices at no cost, technology isn’t always accessible outside of the classroom. The problem is two-fold – students who are unable to afford computers often face other financial burdens – and lack of access to technology can leave these students at a distinct disadvantage. Curtis J. Gilmore, the first President of the Wheat Ridge Community Foundation (WRCF), recognized this need in our community. Over the course of his lifetime, he was able to help thousands of students by donating used computers. Curt was an advocate for continuing education and dedicated much of his life to improving the lives of local students. Although he has since passed away, the Foundation came up with a way to preserve his legacy. In October of 2013, the Curtis J. Gilmore Lifelong Learning Scholarship was established to perpetuate Curt’s vision and provide assistance for eager students in the Wheat Ridge community. The importance of higher education is hard to ignore; not only can it help students broaden their horizons, learn new skills, and even make lifelong friendships, it also has an impact that can be felt at a very local level. As Vicki Ottoson, Vice President of the Wheat Ridge Community Foundation, notes, “the economic impacts of helping students enter institutions of higher education are lifelong and limitless for a community like Wheat Ridge. Helping train a more highly skilled workforce can help attract more high paying jobs […which…] benefit all residents and businesses in our community.” Through this scholarship, the Foundation hopes to ease the financial burden for local students and contribute to our community infrastructure in the process. Last year, the Foundation awarded its first

two $1,000 scholarships to Samantha Guerra and Anthonia Maestes, students who are now enrolled at Metropolitan State University and Regis University, respectively. While the Foundation wishes to reach more students within the community, raising enough money can be challenging. Earlier this month, the scholarship was discussed at the Wheat Ridge City Council meeting. City Treasurer (and WRHS teacher) Jerry DiTullio, four WRHS students, and WRCF board members Tom Ripp and Vicki Ottoson all spoke to the meaningful impact and benefits of the Curtis J. Gilmore scholarship. Their efforts paid off, and the city has generously agreed to contribute $5,000. Thanks to this donation, eight additional scholarships will be available for 2016. If you or someone you know is interested in applying, you’ll need to act quickly. This year’s application deadline (Friday, Feb. 19) is rapidly approaching. The process is relatively simple, but there are a few requirements. Students must live in the Wheat Ridge area and have a minimum 2.2 GPA. The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate leadership within their school and community, exhibit a strong sense of character and work ethic, and be pursuing a two-year degree, certificate, or non-traditional educational program (i.e., trades such as HVAC, dental assisting, accounting, etc.). For an application, head on over to wheatridgefoundation.org, contact your school’s Guidance Office, or reach out to Mr. DiTullio, Mr. Slater, or Principal Wirth at Wheat Ridge High School. The scholarship will be presented during the spring awards ceremony in May. Even if your school days are long gone, you can still make a difference for local students. Through a private donation, no matter how small, you can ensure that programs like the Curtis J. Gilmore scholarship are possible and successful. It doesn’t stop there, however – the Wheat Ridge Community Foundation has partnered with over 20 other organizations that are working to improve the lives of our students (and community) on a daily basis. For more information, visit wheatridgefoundation.org. All donations are tax-deductible (to the extent permitted by law).

CAR TALK WITH TOM 5 Bad Winter Habits That Are Ruining Your Car By Tom Schmuke

he weather outside is frightful, meaning it's that time of year when mornings are freezing and roads are slick. Your car is the most precious thing you have between yourself and the road. Unfortunately, you may be making maintenance and driving mistakes that will cost you and your automobile dearly. Here are five bad habits that you may not be aware of and how you can do better to keep your car in top shape: Forgetting to Change the Windshield Wipers Changing the windshield wipers is one of the easiest items to forget when it comes to car maintenance. See the streaks your wipers are leaving on the window? The trick is changing your wipers as soon as they don't clear the windshield well. Windshield wipers are vital to your safety on the road; better wipers mean better visibility. Warming the Car for Too Long Climbing into a freezing car is not fun, so many resort to starting the vehicle and letting it warm up before they leave for the day. This is viable for a couple minutes; however, engines are not designed to idle for long periods of time. Idling for too long causes buildup on the spark plugs, rendering them less efficient. This may be bad news for your wallet, too, as it wastes gas.

Continuing to Use Summer Tires When Winter Hits Many who live in cities that rarely see snowfall neglect changing their tires for the appropriate season. Summer tires begin experiencing faulty performance when the temperature falls below 44.6 degrees. A thin layer of ice on the road can weaken summer tires, leading to poor handling and braking. Forgetting to Check Tire Pressure Tires tend to be a bigger issue in the winter due to compressed air that cooler weather brings. The pressure in your tires is reduced by one p.s.i. for every 10-degree drop in the temperature. It may be a good idea to keep an emergency maintenance kit in the car and include a portable air pump and pressure gauge. Pouring a Bucket of Hot Water on the Windshield for Deicing The temperature difference between the scalding water and your freezing car may crack your windshield. Remember that rock that put a lovely crack in the glass yesterday? The hot water will work its way in there and expand, creating a problem you don't want to see. Instead, go for the old fashioned way: the ice scraper. Got a car care question? Contact Tom Schmuke of Denver’s Quality Auto Care, 303-885-8598.

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their employees and started a new chain in Colorado with their extended families. Nicolas retired a few years ago to go back to his hometown of Cuatla, Mexico a city of about 15,000 in the state of Jalisco where he served as Mayor. The business expertise and entrepreneurship that he developed allowed him to help change the very conditions – lack of jobs, education and opportunity – that made him cross the border to the United States when he was 17. Murguia fortunately didn’t have to scrimp and save like his uncles did to get his own restaurant but he did have to pay his dues. Born in Ayutla, Jalisco near Puerto Vallarta and not for from the western hills town of Cuatla where his uncle was Mayor, Hector started working for the Colorado restaurants when he was 18. Starting out as a dishwasher Hector’s love of cooking led him to become a chef. After helping to open eight 3 Margaritas restaurants along the front range, Murguia ﬁnally has his own restaurant here in Wheat Ridge. As 3 Margaritas grew, Hector was the one who over-

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Developer Asks Court To Settle Dispute Over Ballot Question 300 Quadrant Wheat Ridge Corners, LLC, is asking the Jefferson County District Court to declare Wheat Ridge Ballot Question 300 unconstitutional and prevent using it to undo its $6.25 million tax-increment financing agreement with Wheat Ridge. The Wheat Ridge City Charter Amendment, approved by voters in November, requires voter approval for future redevelopment projects receiving more than $2.5 in tax increment financing (TIF) from the city, retroactively to March 1, 2015. Quadrant is the developer of the Wheat Ridge Corners project at the southwest corner of 38th Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, previously designated a blighted area. In February 2015, City Council modified the 2001 Wadsworth Boulevard Corridor Development to allow TIF on certain properties. In June 2015 Quadrant and the Wheat Ridge Urban Renewal Authority (WRURA/Renewal Wheat Ridge) executed a redevelopment agreement and note for $6.25 million – the TIF. After that, Quadrant stated in the lawsuit that it incurred additional costs as well as entered into a lease with the anchor tenant (previously identified as Wal-Mart). Both the City of Wheat Ridge and Renewal Wheat Ridge were named in the lawsuit. Quadrant argues that the city approved the TIF in February, prior to Question 300’s March 1, 2015 deadline, and that the June 2015 redevelopment agreement and note are administrative acts carrying out council’s legislative act. State law allows voter initiatives to address only legislative, not administrative, actions. It also claims Question 300 violates the Colorado constitution’s prohibition of ex post facto laws – laws that impair valid existing contracts. Quadrant is asking the court to declare that the ballot question does not apply to its TIF agreement and that it violates the state constitution, and issue an injunction preventing anyone from attempting to invalidate the TIF. In its answer to the lawsuit, WRURA asked to court to rule in Quadrant’s favor on the ex post facto claim. Wheat Ridge took “no position” on the ex post facto claim.

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Hear News and Quaff Brews With Jessie Danielson District 24 State Representative Jessie Danielson is hosting a News & Brews event at Brewery Rickoli, 4335 Wadsworth Boulevard, Feb. 17 starting at 6 p.m. It’s an opportunity to meet with the local representative, ask questions, share concerns and find out what she’s up to at the State House. And have a beer. A more traditional Town Hall is also slated for the morning of February 27 at Seniors Resource Center, 3227 Chase St., Denver, from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information, visit www.jessiedanielson.com or call 303-866-5522.

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Healing and wellness in other cultures look very different from traditional Western medicine, and the public will have a chance to explore alternate forms of healing for better mind and body without medication at a free Alternative Health and Wellness Fair, presented March 15 at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in four of seven workshops offered: Acupuncture and Cupping; Homeopathy; Reiki; Food as Medicine; Hypnosis; Chiropractic Therapy; and Meditation. All sessions will be taught by practicing professionals. Refreshments will be served.

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League of Women Voters Book Club To Read ‘Founding Brothers’ The Jeffco League of Women Voters Nonfiction Book Club will discuss Joseph J. Ellis’ “Founding Brothers” at its March meetings. The book looks at some of the enduring arguments our founders wrestled with and which still confound our people today: Revolutionary War debts (today think multi-trillion dollar debt), federal vs. state powers (Burns, Ore.), ideological purity vs. collaborative compromise, slavery (now racial divides), oligarchy vs. virtue and talents. Book club meetings will be Wednesday, March 16, 1 to 3 p.m., and Saturday, March 19, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at a location to be announced. For more information on the Nonfiction Book Club, call Lynne at 303-985-5128. For more information on the Jeffco League of Women Voters, visit www.lwvjeffco.org

Know Someone Who Might Need Assistance Or Is Isolated? Do you have a friend, neighbor, or even an acquaintance who you think might be struggling physically, emotionally, or financially? Colorado Senior Connections Wheat Ridge has trained professionals who are available to reach out and provide community-based services and programs to help. Colorado Senior Connections Wheat Ridge is a grant-funded program designed for building community to improve aging. For more information call 720-2484591.

Save the Date For Kite Fest, Workshops The Wheat Ridge Kite Flite Festival and Wheat Ridge Police Department Child Safety Fair Dia de Los Ninos will take place Saturday, April 30 in Anderson Park, 44th Avenue and Field Street, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attractions include kids’ arts and crafts in the outdoor pavilion; a kids’ chalk art festival; parachute races; drawings for free kites; whacky awards: clowns; hula hoops; and food vendors. Police will perform carseat safety inspections and replacement, as needed. There will be numerous information

COMPASS MONTESSORI STUDENTS GAVE HAND-CRAFTED BIKE VALENTINES to Governor John Hickenlooper at the Colorado Bicycle Summit, Feb. 8 at the state capitol. Twelve Wheat Ridge kids helped greet 300 state leaders at the event, reminding them about the value of creating safe options for kids to walk and bike to school. PHOTO: RACHEL GRACE HULTIN

booths about child safety, free face painting and a balloon twister. The WRPD will also have a bike rodeo and give away two bicycles. Want to build a kite for the festival? RSVP for a free kite-making workshop to be held March 26, 1 to 3 p.m., at Ye Olde Firehouse, 3232 N. Depew St. Grandparents must be supervised – call Alison at 720248-4591. For Kite Fest information, visit www. kiteflitefestival.com or call 303-233-0836.

6th Annual Wheat Ridge Garden Tour July 9 If you are a gardener dreaming about spring in the dead of winter, mark your calendar now to attend the Wheat Ridge Garden Tour on Saturday, July 9. This year the Wheat Ridge Garden Tour will partner with Citizens for an Inclusive Wheat Ridge (CFIWR) and welcomes Chairmen Monica Duran, Vivian Vos and Jerry DiTullio. The new chairmen have chosen to raise funds for the Jefferson Center for Mental Health, as well as programs supported by the Wheat Ridge Community Foundation, including the Stevens Elementary Holiday Drive, the Wheat Ridge High School Farmer’s 5000 and Shades of Blue. To submit your garden for consideration or to volunteer to help with the tour, contact Vicki Ottoson at wheatridge gardentour@outlook.com, 303-777-6144.

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ccording to a recent Forbes article, some items are best purchased during the winter months when good deals can be found. Upon further review, winter is also an optimal season to purchase “things we love,” items that come with a long-term emotional attachment.

The McDonald Group Owning a home you love plays a starring role in the American Dream. According to Ron Benson with the McDonald Group, there are several advantages to buying or selling a home in the winter months. Winter buyers, for example, typically find features other than curb appeal more attractive. Landscapes in hibernation and snowcovered dog yards produce ideal conditions for selling to homebuyers more focused on upgraded kitchens and master baths than colorful landscapes. As a seller you might fear your home on the market during the winter will sell below market value due to a lack of seriousminded prospective buyers at showings

is one of the most emotionally motivated purchases many couples make. David Purdy, a master jeweler for 35 years, met his wife Kim while she was working at a jewelry shop. Together they opened D&K Jewelers in 2000 and have been in Wheat Ridge since 2010. Today, 30 percent of their business is custom fabrication; 40 percent repair work — including eyeglasses; and 30 percent sales of samples out of the cases. Due to the Christmas and Valentine’s Day holidays, winter is the highest buying season for jewelry, followed by June and July when many couples celebrate their anniversaries. If you have a summer wedding in mind, winter is the time to start planning your engagement and wedding ring purchases. At D&K Jewelers, rings selected from the sample cases and supplier catalogues can be picked up in one to two business days. Allow two weeks to two months for fabrication if The McDonald Group, Keller-Williams you have your heart set on rings you design Avenue Realty LLC, 11445 W. Interstate 70 yourselves. Engagement ring mountings Frontage Rd., Wheat Ridge, 720-879-3927, can be traded for full value toward a ronbenson777@gmail.com different type engagement ring or wedding FEBRUARY MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST*** ring upgrade any time. To simplifying the DATE: Tuesday, February 9, at 2016 D&K Jewelers TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 am buying process, search the Internet — sites LOCATION: PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION HAS CHANGED FOR THIS such asTOPinterest to find a style you like. DATE ONLY THE Lutheran— Medical Center, Buying engagement and wedding rings Learning # 1 (2nd 8300 West 38th Avenue, BringCenter photos andfloor), a budget amount and Kim of your property. Not so. Ron and his business partner and wife of 23 years, Linda McDonald, toured a home a few weeks ago that fetched close to 15 offers pushing the “as is” price within striking distance of market value. Spending quality time with your Realtor is an advantage of buying a home during the winter months. The McDonald Group’s motto is to “meet [their clients] where they’re at.” Their specialty is learning about your specific needs so they can provide the best buying or selling experience possible. The McDonald Group services the entire Metro Denver area from Erie to Castle Rock, Golden to Aurora. With over 40 years in the real estate industry, Linda and Ron are fortunate to be at a place where they consider their work, their ministry.

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CAMERAS REMAIN “one of the most emotionally satisfying things you can purchase,” according to Todd Sigaty, regional manager for Mike’s Camera, 3830 Wadsworth Blvd. is still a big deal even though manufacturers now have much-improved modeling that eliminates big inventory backlogs: the new releases are still sought after by “earlyadopters” and the models they trade in are a perfect match for the more frugal buyers. Entering the camera business was such a big deal for District Manager Todd Sigaty that he still can rattle off the exact date he started a new job after a friend suggested he’d be a good match for the industry — April 6, 1981. After all these years, Todd is still excited about all things photography. Stop in and the staff will show you everything from locket-sized prints to 30-by-40-foot canvases, as well as photos printed on greeting cards, wood, metal, ceramics, cloth, shower curtains and even made into wallpaper. The most recent technological advance in photography is the vastly improved ability of film sensors to resolve images. Nighttime film capability has advanced more in the past six months than the last 10 years. The next big advance is expected to be the quality of the glass used in the lenses that project the images onto film. Mike’s Camera sells all camera brands including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus and

Panasonic. They also sell drones. Bug light drones do not require a license. Licenses to operate drones weighing a half-pound or more cost $5. You get a Pilot Number when you sign up. GoPro cameras, another way of photographing action shots, are also available. Finally, film sales, including Polaroid, are on the rise, in part, because young people who were introduced to picture-taking on their mobile phones have become interested in learning more about photography in general. Some Saturday bring your kids into the store and Store Manager Valerie LeBeau will show them how to print their photos onto cool applications using QR codes. Cameras, after all, according to Todd, “are one of the most emotionally satisfying things you can purchase since you’re capturing life as it happens.” Sit by the fire, pull out a stack of family photos and you might see what he means. Mike’s Camera, 3830 Wadsworth Blvd., Wheat Ridge, 303-424-0430, store10@ mikescamera.com

Wheat Ridge Cyclery Cold weather biking isn’t for everyone, but riders who are passionate about being in the outdoors year-round are helping the Midwestern trend of snow biking to catch on in Colorado. Fat tire bikes that have been in demo-mode across the country for the past two years are rapidly gaining in popularity. Wheat Ridge is especially lucky to have an amazing inventory of snow bikes on display at Wheat Ridge Cyclery, located in the heart of the Ridge at 38. If your New Year’s resolution was to get more exercise, but you’re not quite ready to add studded snows and be on your way, you might want to look into an indoor cycling trainer that mounts to your outdoor bike’s back tire. Computer programs and virtual training apps are available that will have

you racing up the Alpe d’Huez in no time. Speaking of the French Alps, while road bikes made from carbon fiber are the latest, greatest trend, all the bikes ridden in the Tour de France are carbon fiber models. Carbon fiber frames at Wheat Ridge Cyclery start at $1,800. Biking, any time of year, is all about fighting the elements and loving the views. Wheat Ridge Cyclery owner Ron Kiefel, a seven-time Tour de France competitor, will be a four-time featured guest in the 7th Annual Ride the Rockies Prologue. Fifty lucky registrants will gain 3,632 feet in elevation over 47 miles following a luxurious night’s sleep at the Hotel Jerome in Aspen. All proceeds benefit the Denver Post Community Foundation. For more information, visit ridetherockies.com. In the meantime, the staff at Wheat Ridge Cyclery are ordering new models, assembling bikes and building inventory for the busy summer season that lies ahead. Wheat Ridge Cyclery, 7085 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, 303-424-3221, WheatRidgeCyclery.com (DiVinceno, M. (2010 January). Best Things to Buy in the Winter. Forbes.)

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Going Solar Community Conversation, Feb. 20 Ever thought about installing solar panels on your home, but didn’t know all of what was involved? Edgewater Collective is sponsoring a Community Conversation on the benefits and costs of solar energy as well as details about relying on this renewable energy source. Presentations will be made by representatives from Rooftop Solar as well as Community Solar Installations. The event will be Saturday, Feb. 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Edgewater Collective office, 5220 W. 25th Ave.

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Mayor, Councilwoman and Fox 31 Viewer Rescue Vet Edgewater resident Michael Hazelett, a Vietnam veteran fighting cancer, avoided eviction and becoming homeless earlier this month, thanks to help from the mayor, a councilwoman, and Fox 31 viewers. “I was contacted by Mike and Fox 31 simultaneously late Wednesday afternoon and was informed of his impending eviction,” said Edgewater Mayor Kris Teegardin. “The immediate goal was to stabilize Mike’s housing situation. He said Councilwoman Janet Spangenberg helped set up a GoFundMe page and shared the link on Nextdoor and Facebook. Fox 31 viewers and community members responded and quickly donated funds to pay his back rent. “I helped negotiate a deal with his landlord where Mike, after paying $1,500, can pay off his remaining debt by the end of February. I drove Mike to his landlord to sign the deal and pay the $1,500. Teegardin is also coordinating ongoing support for Hazelett through veteran and community services. “Janet, Mike, and I will be meeting soon to establish a fiscal and ongoing support plan.” –J. Patrick O’Leary

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EDGEWATER COUNCIL NEWS No Easy Remedy For Parking Pains Truthfully, I wish some mystical parking fairy would come and solve all of Solutions our problems, or atIntegrated least Marketing give us& Design a couple hether I’m driving around for 20 720.432.2672 | 5366 W. 25th Avenue million to build a nice parking garage, but minutes just to find a parking spot or www.tamarackcreative.com sadly that hasn’t happened yet. Edgewater’s getting a ticket for being five minutes late Planning & Zoning Commission is our next back to a metered spot, parking has always best bet. These individuals, along with input been a nemesis of mine. I hoped Edgewater’s from traffic engineers and other small size would be naturally experts, have come up with a immune to parking struggles, but comprehensive parking plan sadly, that is not the case. that hopes to balance business Edgewater’s business development with parking community is booming and so sustainability. is the amount of new customers’ In short, this parking cars. In theory, this doesn’t sound plan, if passed by council, like much of a problem. People will ask new businesses to will drive around and eventually ensure that they have enough find parking somewhere, right? parking spaces to support Well, it’s not that simple. Serious their business before opening. complications can arise as street Kate Mulcahy (Current businesses will be parking becomes scarce. Here’s grandfathered in.) what I’ve learned so far: The benefits are that it prevents the First, residents are having difficulties crowded street parking from getting worse parking in front of their own homes. The by pushing new businesses to be creative city is receiving more and more complaints and accountable to the community. Another from residents stating that they have to park possible benefit is that it may encourage several blocks from their homes because more sustainable businesses in the long run, street parking is so crowded. assuming that the businesses that take the Second, current businesses could get time to work through the parking puzzle are pushed out due to lack of parking. People motivated and innovative. can get frustrated having to drive around Keep in mind that this parking plan looking for parking, and eventually some of is no silver bullet. Cars will not magically them decide to go somewhere else. This can disappear from in front of people’s homes, – and already has – had a negative impact and perhaps the biggest concern is that on some of our local businesses. businesses may choose to go elsewhere to Third, new businesses may be wary avoid having to account for their customers’ of investing where there is not adequate parking spots. parking. Business owners consider several There is no easy answer, but if you have factors when examining possible locations, creative ideas for how to address our town’s and parking is one of them. Our town will parking issues, we’d love to hear them at the be far more likely to attract quality and next city council meeting, March 3. sustainable businesses if we have our Contact Edgewater city council memparking under control. ber Kate Mulcahy at kmulcahy@edgewa So how do we address our parking terco.com or 303-870-8659. issues?

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FITNESS CORNER How To Keep Your New Year’s Resolution On Track she eats daily. She’ll also cut back on her wine intake and add a weight training day. Then, in March she’ll meditate at least once a week. id you make a New Year’s Resolution Bill decides to stop going out to eat for this year? If so how’s it going? As we lunch, packs a lunch with healthy options, and approach Valentine’s Day only 46% of the reduces his sugar intake. For him the changes folks that started pursuing their dreams will are minimal and sustainable. He still be on task to reach those also decides to journal and track resolutions. By Christmas only his exercises and emotions (self 8% will still be on task according monitoring) daily. He notices to Statistic Brain Research that 6 weeks into the program he Institute. starts to skip his runs because it’s What? Say it’s not so! The too cold outside and it’s too dark. issue is that most folks that On another day he goes to happy started in pursuit of their goal hour instead and notes why. He were seeking a result and not a realizes he is self-handicapping. ritual. Let’s say Bill and Mary set He begins to focus on his daily the same goal, to be the healthiest runs again but this time he finds they’ve ever been. OK, sounds an accountability buddy to help good enough. What do they need David Diaz him stay true. to do to attain that goal? Mary goes after it a different way, and First off, let’s examine why they are she reminds herself of the great things she becoming HEALTHY in 2016. Let’s say the has accomplished. This helps fuel her as doctor tells Bill, he is pre-diabetic and needs she recognizes her greatness and potential. to lose about 50 pounds. So Bill decides to She remembers how active she was in high sign up for a half marathon in June. So he is school and applying social comparison, helps pursuing this based on Extrinsic Motivation. keep her focused. She also creates a playlist This by definition is when an individual that includes her favorite songs along with works to attain a tangible goal or due to podcasts that help her enjoy her long runs. outside pressure. Bill and Mary are setting themselves While Mary sets the same goal to run and up for success by finding their motivation, lose 50 pounds but she is doing it because she be it intrinsically or extrinsically. The are hasn’t run for a few years. We’ll just say life actively pursuing a lifestyle change. They got in her way. She is excited to get outside are not training for the half marathon and and train for this race because the exercise then going back to their old habits. They are helps her reduce her stress and gives her more committed to a lifetime of movement. And energy. Mary is applying Intrinsic Motivation most importantly, they believe in the power because the act of running gives her pleasure. or their dreams. They make the required Mary opts to commit to a 12-week sacrifices, and they commit to the lifestyle. program with a group of friends that starts in March. Until then she will run every other David Diaz is owner/operator of Fitness Today for the next few weeks. She also plans to gether Edgewater. eat more vegetables and to write down what

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