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The Colorado NWSS Kick-Off Parade tradition continues! Kicking-Off to a great start for the 114th National Western Stock Show, Rodeo and Horse Show, the annual and traditional Kick-Off parade ushers in the start of Colorado’s events and social calendar. Excitement was everywhere with dancing at Denver’s Union Station before the parade start, to dancing in the parade with people and animals. In attendance were the NWSS Citizens of the West Marcy and Bruce Benson, the 2020 Kick-Off Parade Grand Marshal Jake Jabs along with both students and US Military marching bands, rodeo royalty and off course longhorn steers and cowboys and cowgirls riding horses. Getting time off from school or perhaps work children of all ages, including the adult variety, got the chance to enjoy a traditional event that is uniquely Colorado in style, taking one back to what things once were with ranching and farming. Where can anyone see both horses, tractors and livestock in the middle of a downtown metropolitan city right along in traffic with luxury SUV’s? As always this year’s parade is a great indicator of everything that the NWSS has to offer. See more photos on page 17. Photos and story by Stefan Krusze
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State Rep. Susan Beckman resigns seat for Trump administration appointment BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
State House District 38 Republican Rep. Susan Beckman resigned her seat on Jan. 17, announcing that she will be accepting a position in Denver with the Trump administration. Beckman, is scheduled to be sworn in on Jan. 21. Beckman told The Villager that while she has enjoyed her time in the legislature,
she is very excited to assume her new responsibilities and “they fit perfectly with my professional background.” A graduate of Colorado State University-Pueblo with a B.S. in communications, Beckman worked in the Colorado Department of Human Services as the director of the office of administrative solutions from 2013 to 2016, when she announced her candidacy for the state legislature. After a trip to Washing-
ton, D.C. for orientation for her new position, Beckman will return to her new Denver office to get right to work. Beckman is in the final months of her second twoyear term representing House district 38, which includes Centennial, Littleton, Columbine Valley, Columbine, and Bow Mar. Beckman was first elected in 2016 with 58 percent of the vote. In 2018, when many Republicans were
Susan Beckman
defeated by Democrats in Colorado, she was narrowly re-elected by a 374-vote
margin out of 47,594 votes cast. Prior to the state House, Beckman served as an Arapahoe County commissioner from 2001 to 2013 after two years on the Littleton City Council. A Republican vacancy committee will meet soon to consider candidates and make an appointment to replace Beckman in the state House. Beckman told us she is confident that President Trump will be re-elected in November and that her state house seat will remain in Republican hands after the next election. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
DeGette speaks freely about impeachment and other issues BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On Jan. 17, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, in her 23rd year
in the United States Congress representing Colorado’s first congressional district, sat down with members of the local media to talk and answer
questions. She opened with the topic on many people’s minds. “Impeachment wasn’t on our agenda, but after the Ukraine
phone call surfaced, we felt we had to act because President Trump was operating outside of his authority. We were also concerned about
him withholding aid from Ukraine, which he did not have the right to do. Now the nonpartisan Government Accountability Office has said what the Office of Management and Budget did (by withholding Ukraine Security Assistance funds beginning July 25 until they were released September 12) was illegal.” DeGette addressed her highly visible role as Speaker of the House Pro Tempore for the impeachment debate. She said, “I was chosen as Speaker Pro Tempore by Speaker (Nancy) Pelosi because of my deep knowledge of the rules and my ability to keep things from getting unruly. I was complimented by many of my Republican colleagues on how I handled the job.” She told the six local reporters around her conference table that the U.S. House passed over 400 bills in 2019 and that two-thirds of them were bipartisan. Many, she said, were “sitting on the desk of (Senate) Speaker Mitch McConnell.”
Infrastructure, dreamers, cannabis, and private detention centers
We asked the congresswoman what was on her agenda once the impeachment fracas is behind us. She said she “hopes to introduce a comprehensive infrastructure bill to include portability of medical records in addition to funds for roads and bridges.” We asked if that could include funding for important local projects like the rebuilding of the Belleview Avenue and Quebec Street interchange. DeGette said that there used to be earmarks for specific projects but the process was eliminated after rampant abuse by powerful legislators. She would like to see earmarks brought back because individual representatives are the most knowledgeable about their districts’ needs, but the process would have to have very strong checks and balances to prevent abuse. Continued on page 3
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Degette speaks her mind Continued from page 2
On “dreamers” (young adults who have grown up in the U.S. after being brought in by their parents at a young age undocumented), DeGette said she co-sponsored the Dream Act, but that it too was “sitting on Mitch McConnell’s desk.” She noted that a bill for agricultural workers was passed and signed into law. On the larger question the congresswoman said, “The longer we go on without comprehensive immigration reform, the more heartbreaking the stories are.” She said it is particularly problematic for the ski industry and the hospitality industry in Colorado because it’s hard for them to find employees. Degette said that, “prisons and detention centers are government functions and should
about U. S. Rep. Perlmutter’s SAFE Banking Act to allow the marijuana industry to use banks. It has passed the House and is also being held by McConnell, even though it was introduced in the Senate in April by a bipartisan group of 22 senators, led by Colorado’s Republican Senator Cory Gardner.
FDA, insulin, and U.S. Olympic Committee
U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette invites local reporters to visit her to just talk in her Denver office several times each year.
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not be run by private contractors.” She “supports deregulat-
ing cannabis and removing it from the Controlled Substances Act.” She talked
DeGette told us that she is working with Republican colleagues on a bipartisan bill to modernize how the Food and Drug Administration approves over-the-counter medicines. She feels the process being used is arcane and takes too long. She is working on a bill to reform the U.S. Olympic Committee to address the culture that has led to the abuse of athletes that is often unreported for years. Sen. Cory Gardner, DeGette said,
is the Senate sponsor. They hope to change the focus of the Committee to the welfare of the athletes, instead of just winning. While the congresswoman would like to address the cost of all prescription drugs, as the co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Diabetes, she plans to introduce a bipartisan and bicameral bill to reduce the cost of insulin. In October, DeGette issued a statement making it clear why. She said, “My daughter Francesca has Type 1 diabetes and just learned her insulin won’t be covered by her new insurance. She was told it will cost her $7,488/year for the insulin she needs to stay alive.” Congresswoman DeGette, 62, has given no indication about when she might be thinking of retiring. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi will be 80 years old in March. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
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The ballot box is the answer, not impeachment
This week began with honoring Martin Luther King and then moved to the Senate Impeachment trial. The nation can move from a high tribute to a fallen leader to attempting to oust a sitting U.S. President from office over a phone call that was recorded and had a wide audience. Joe Biden wasn’t even an officially nominated candidate at the time, he still isn’t, he hasn’t been nominated yet. Will the far left tolerate a moderate democrat like Biden? Trump wanted at least two things from the Ukraine; to talk and understand the new president and see if he should send him $450 million dollars. Secondly, he wanted NATO to pay more money. Ukraine is part of Europe, once
This week’s trail led to the National Western Stock Show rodeo and the multitude of vendors in the annex building that is heading to the wrecking ball in the future. A soldout crowd cheered on the professional cowboys who were breaking records. The bulls won the night tossing most of the cowboys to the ground. Water was $4 bucks a bottle and Coors beer $9. Yep, no inflation, who say’s… *** U.S. 70 past the stock show grounds under heavy construction with the billion dollar plus highway being constructed through the Globeville area will be a tunneled underground for a lengthy section. A permanent park and soccer field will be built over the massive highway. The entire road is being moved adjacent to the present highway, so traffic is continuing to flow through the area. Fairly easy entry into the stock show complex and the highway project will continue to 2022. Stacia Sellers, Central 70 project communications manager presented a program to the Denver Lions Club Tuesday noon on the state’s largest highway program. Interesting program: stacia.sellers@ state.co.us/c70.codot.gov *** Freda Miklin and I interviewed Casper Stockham Tuesday morning at our favorite McDonald’s location on Belleview. Casper is a candidate for the 6th district congressional seat once held by Republican Mike Coffman and now held by Democrat Jason Crow. Casper was a candidate most recently against Cong. Diana DeGette. His is an American military veteran and you can read all about him in Freda’s interview in
the breadbasket of the former Soviet Union. The people are primarily former Russian citizens, many who would like to return to the mother country. President Trump is not afraid of Joe Biden although Joe wanted to take Donald out behind the barn and beat him up. Biden spoke to the National Newspaper Association when he was vice-president and had some good advice over a decade ago. He told the 300 newspaper folks that we should partition Iraq, split the country into three parts, Shia, Sunni, and Kurd and divide the oil revenues equally. This never happened, but it was a pretty good idea. Secondly, he asked the audience how many of us would send our sons or
this issue of The Villager. *** Congressman Crow made headlines last week as one of the impeachment managers for the House impeachment trial that commenced in the Senate this week. Crow represents most of Arapahoe County’s sprawling 6th District, defeating incumbent Coffman by 11 percentage points in the last election A Denver based lawyer and military veteran, Crow was in the impeachment team that walked the historic document over to the Senate on Friday. He will be a face on the prosecution team. There are ways to look at this appointment by Nancy Pelosi depending upon your political views. Democrat supporters will consider this an honor for Crow to join this historic group. Republicans will place him on the controversial team that are attempting to oust President Trump with nary a GOP vote in the Congress for the impeachment vote. I guess it comes down to if you like President Trump, then Crow may be history. If you dislike the president he is your guy. It will take 67 Senate votes to impeach the president and that will be impossible with strong Senate approval of President Trump. If you like wasting taxpayer’s dollars and time, this is just a partisan farce. Why were we giving Ukraine $450 million of our money, along with the antitank missiles given by Trump prior to that. Trump gave them weapons; Obama is reported to have sent blankets. This is a NATO issue and why are Americans sending money to the Ukraine for anything? It was the former breadbasket for the old USSR. Achieving independence, the government became riddled with corruption and many of
daughters to defend Taiwan against a Chinese invasion. Nary a hand was raised to defend the Island regime. Fast forward to the approaching Iowa caucuses where Biden enjoys a commanding lead in the corn belt. Hard to figure out why Iowa is so important in the election process. Most of the farmers have deep immigrant roots and are very hard workers. Why they would be interested in a rising choir of socialism is bewildering. I’m beginning to figure out that the reason the hard-left hates President Trump so much is because he is an awesome force for free enterprise and capitalism. The far left wants wealth equalization, many subsidies, along with free medical care for everyone including illegal immigrants. Trump is a stum-
the former soviets wanted to return to Russia. A civil war occurred over this dispute that is ongoing. Crimea also wanted to return and did so without the Russians firing a shot. While fake news rails about the Russians, it is the Iranians and the Chinese who poise the greatest challenge to the United States *** There is another developing scheme occurring in this state that swirls around the closing of coal fired power plants. Three Tri-State electric plants in Craig are scheduled to close in 2025 and Xcel Energy has announced the closing of two of three coal fired power plants near Pueblo by 2025. As we use more electricity, including the rapid increase in electric cars, where is the massive increase in energy going to arise? Windmills and sun are great but presently produce less then 10 percent of needed energy. You can plan on future electricity prices rising through the roof and we all may end up sitting in the dark. It is not the fault of the electric utility companies as they face rising pressures from various environmental and government sources attempting to reduce levels of air pollution and global warning. If you’ve ever traveled to Beijing, China or New Delhi, India, people wear masks where you can almost cut the polluted air with a knife. It is the same argument over environment versus jobs and reliable energy sources. What comes first? **** All of these issues have to be resolved in our governmental chambers in Colorado and Washington D.C. Sadly, State Representative Susan Beckman resigned her District 38 legislative seat last week. She has been a shining star in the legislature and faced re-elec-
bling block in their attempts to change the great American free enterprise story of immigrant success to a revelation chapter of governmental control over our health, jobs, and incomes. The Senate will do their duty and listen to the whining of impeachment lawyers that even includes 6th District Congressman Jason Crow. What a tough crowd he has joined with at this impeachment trial. I don’t think he was elected to attempt to impeach the president of the United States. The election is this November and voters can cast ballots for, or against, the president. One can either be satisfied with his performance or disagree with his actions and policies. The ballot box is the answer, not a partisan impeachment.
tion in November. She is a fierce Republican campaigner and former Arapahoe County Commissioner. Her husband Bruce was mayor of Littleton. While we lose her as a state representative, her new job in the Trump administration will keep her in the Rocky Mountain area. She was recently invited to the White House to assist in decorating the nation’s Christmas tree. There will be a scramble for her vacated seat that will be made by a Republican vacancy committee appointment until the election in November. *** Had Friday lunch with Centennial governmental reporter Doris Truhlar at Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ on Arapahoe road, not far from her law practice. Doris holds a journalism degree from the Columbia School of Journalism at the University of Missouri and earned a master’s degree in communication and a law degree from DU where she met and married her husband. She was a former Centennial city council member and reports on city meetings for The Villager. While dining on catfish and Texas BBQ we laid out aggressive plans for Centennial news coverage. We love Centennial and I like to call it the “Happy City” stretching 14 miles across the southern edge of the county. *** Reading the oldest newspaper in Colorado, The Weekly Register Call of Central City and Black Hawk they report the following from the January 28, 1870 edition. “The legislature has decided to locate the territorial university at Boulder as the town has donated land, lots, and cash, about $12,000.” The University of Colorado began.
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CCSD superintendent meets with Heritage Eagle Bend as part of engagement effort STORY SUBMITTED BY ABBE SMITH, CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER, CHERRY CREEK SCHOOLS
Cherry Creek Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Siegfried met with residents of Heritage Eagle Bend on Jan. 8 to have a conversation about the future of the school district and a focus on innovation. The school district is approaching its 70th anniversary next year and is focused on implementing a strategic plan that is designed to build on its legacy of excellence into the future. That plan, Cherry Creek Future Forward, was the
focus of Superintendent Siegfried’s presentation at Heritage Eagle Bend and can be found on the district website at www. cherrycreekschools.org/future forward. The conversation at Heritage Eagle Bend is part of a series of meetings with community groups, homeowners’ associations, retirement communities and individuals as part of overall efforts to engage community partners in the conversation about how to continue delivering high quality education to the 55,000 students in the district.
“We want you to be part of that change. Your voice matters and can shape the future of our school district. We can’t do this without you. We invite you to be part of how we’re building on decades of belief in actions and inspiring kids to think, to learn, to achieve and to care,” Dr. Siegfried said. As part of the meeting, Heritage Eagle Bend residents heard personal stories from high school students who attend the new Cherry Creek Innovation Campus. More information about the CCIC can
be found here: https:// www.cherrycreek schools.org/ccic. Community groups that are interested in having a representative of the district visit their organization to discuss Cherry Creek Future Forward can contact the district via email at info@cherrycreek schools.org.
Superintendent Siegfried, left, talks with Doug Rudig, a resident of Heritage Eagle Bend. Photo by Bob Sweeney
Property taxes in Cherry Creek School District could go up ten percent BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
one such district. Officials of CCSD have expressed strong concerns that the change under consideration could have a severe negative impact on their residents, resulting in significant tax increases or slashed budgets that could result in “a reduction of approximately 700 teachers.”
Cherry Creek Schools Superintendent Scott Siegfried shared concerns about school funding legislation with the Cherry Creek Republican Women’s group.
its budget by approximately $7 million starting in 2022 and $7 million more each year (i.e., approximately $14 million in 2023, etc.) until it was collecting $54 million more every year from local property taxpayers than it does now. That translates to $59 in additional property tax for schools for every $100,000
in the actual value of a home after nine years. That could mean a gradual increase of about ten percent in residents’ total annual property tax bill. The Littleton School District’s base mill levy is 25.353 mills so the increase to reach 27 Continued on page 6
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Everyone agrees that the current formula for funding public schools results in inequitable state subsidies to school districts in Colorado. It isn’t anyone’s fault. It happens because of the effect of the 1982 Gallagher Amendment that set an arbitrary ratio between residential and non-residential property taxes and one aspect of the 1992 Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) that automatically lowers mill levies when property values increase. Complicating matters is the fact that many school districts, but not all, asked and got permission from voters to ignore that part of TABOR, so those school districts have not had to lower their mill levies as property values rose. Those are just some of the complexities of school funding in Colorado. There are also voter-approved “overrides” in many school districts that allow them to increase their total mill levies for capital improvement bonds and normal expenses without impacting the amount of their state subsidies. There is a proposal being discussed at the legislature to institute a uniform mill levy for all school districts “to create fair, equitable, and sufficient school funding for all Colorado students.” The more specific purpose of the uniform mill levy is to achieve a reduction of state funding and an increase in local funding in those school districts that are viewed as receiving excessive state funds under the current formula. The Cherry Creek School District (CCSD) is
The uniform base mill levy being discussed in the legislature is 27 mills for all Colorado school districts. CCSD’s current base mill levy will be 18.756 mills in 2020-21, resulting in a gap of 8.244 mills. Under the proposal being discussed, CCSD would have to get voter approval to raise property taxes or reduce
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Property taxes could go up for CCSD Continued from Page 5
mills, if that is adopted as the uniform rate, would be only 1.647 mills to fill the gap created by a reduction in state funding, which is 80 percent less than what would be required in CCSD. The Villager asked state Senators Jack Tate and Jeff Bridges, along with state Representatives Meg Froelich and Tom Sullivan, all of whom represent families
with students in CCSD, where they stand on the uniform mill levy, focused on its impact to CCSD. Tate responded, “While I support the idea of fixing a broken system, what I understand of the current proposal is that it calls for unrealistically rapid tax increase responses from some school districts to maintain current funding levels. As such, I am working to see a more common-sense plan
be introduced.” Froelich said, “I am a partner with our public schools in providing the best possible education to all students. I hold Cherry Creek Schools, as well as Englewood and Sheridan Public Schools, which I also represent, in high regard. There is a fundamental problem with equity in school funding that we are trying to address in the fairest way possible while holding down property taxes”
Senate passes the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement with support from Gardner
“Today the Senate passed the USMCA, which is great news for Colorado’s workers, our agriculture industry, and our economy,” said Senator Gardner. “A great portion of our economy
in Colorado is dependent on trade with Canada and Mexico. Colorado’s workforce stands to benefit from the USMCA, as roughly a quarter million jobs exist in the Centennial State because
of our trade relationships with our North American neighbors. After months of unnecessary delay by the House of Representatives, I’m glad Congress has finally passed this critical agreement
Bridges told us, “A bill on this topic hasn’t even been introduced yet, so everything is still very preliminary and up for discussion. I look forward to working with folks from across my senate district on how to increase funding for our schools in a way that’s fair and equitable to all of our hard-working Colorado families.” From Sullivan, “I know there are discussions about how to address the mill levy system and the inequality in school funding around our state. I haven’t seen
what a final proposal would be, so I haven’t taken a position at this point. I’ll be watching the effort closely if legislation is introduced on this topic. Funding for education for our local schools is of critical importance, and we need to ensure that all our districts have the resources they need to provide our students with the education they deserve.” The Villager will continue to follow this story as it develops over the legislative session. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
for more jobs, economic growth, and opportunity in Colorado.” Colorado exported $2.7 billion in goods to Canada and Mexico in 2018, making them Colorado’s largest trading partners. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Colorado exported more than $165 million of electronic
machinery, $74 million worth of beverages, $47 million of dairy products, $33 million of cereals, and $28 million of sugar and confectionary exports to Canada and Mexico in 2018. Colorado’s biggest export, beef, accounts for more than $880 million worth of goods shipped to Mexico and Canada.
South Suburban announces call for artists for Art-on-Loan Program
South Suburban Parks and Recreation (SSPR) and the South Suburban Public Art Committee (SSPAC) invite members of the community to apply for the Art-on-Loan call for artists. The deadline to apply is February 11, 2020. The SSPAC recommends three sculptures for SSPR Board approval to be displayed at the
Goodson Recreation Center’s courtyard and entryway, and an additional two sculptures are selected for display at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center. The Art-on-Loan Program allows for artist-owned sculptures to be displayed at Goodson Recreation Center and Hudson Gardens for a period of one year. The sculptures are selected by
the SSPAC and Hudson Gardens through a competitive process.
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Artists must reside in Colorado and their sculpture(s) must meet the site requirements and remain on display for one year. All sculptures must be for sale. Each artist receives
a $500 honorarium for their display. SSPR receives a 20% commission on sculptures sold through the Art-on-Loan program. The application deadline is February 11, 2020. For inquiries, contact: BusinessSupport@ssprd.org. The Art-on-Loan Program is a year-long outdoor exhibit (June 2020 - June 2021) designed to
promote public interest in art, develop community pride, and enhance the visitor experience at Goodson Recreation Center and The Hudson Gardens & Events Center. For more information about SSPRD and SSPAC, visit ssprd. org. For more information about Hudson Gardens, visit hudson gardens.org.
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January 23, 2020 • THE VILLAGER | PAGE 7
Upcoming issues in state legislature including death penalty repeal BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
The Business Leaders for Responsible Government section of the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce held an early morning meeting at the Englewood Civic Center at 1000 Englewood Parkway on Jan. 15 to hear from area state legislators about the issues they expect the legislature to tackle during the 120-day 2020 session that opened on Jan. 4. Kathy Turley, Centennial city council member and Chamber board member, introduced the panel. District 27 Republican Sen. Jack Tate, who chose not to run for re-election when his term ends in November, told the 40 in attendance that he hopes to lead a repeal of the 1982 Gallagher Amendment that “arbitrarily sets the ratio of how much property tax revenue comes from residential property and how much comes from non-residential property.” He explained that, because of the Gallagher amendment, in those parts of the state that 1) have less commercial property than the state average, and 2) whose residential property has appreciated less than the state average, while population has increased, there are more citizens who must be served while funding for emergency and other local government services has decreased. He also said that the school finance formula went from a uniform system to an idiosyncratic system where the state subsidy for schools in Aspen exceeds that of Pueblo, so it must be addressed but doing so is complex and must be approached carefully. Although it didn’t come up at the meeting, Tate is a prime sponsor of SB20-100, introduced Jan. 14, to repeal the death penalty in Colorado for “offenses charged on or after July 1, 2020.” Sen. Jeff Bridges, a Democrat who represents district 26, said, “This coming session will look a lot like last session where most bills that passed had bi-partisan support because they were amended during the process to a reasonable place where folks could agree.” On paid family leave, an issue left over from 2019 and certain to be on this year’s agenda, Bridges said, “the number one question is whether it should be a government program or a government mandate that employers must pay for?” On the subject of health care, he pointed out that, “Passing a reinsurance bill last year had a positive impact on health care costs.” District four Republican Sen. Jim Smallwood agreed with Bridges that most bills passed are bipartisan “except for paid family leave and a government takeover of health care.” He explained, “You’re going to see a lot more government involve-
Republicans Sen. Jim Smallwood and Rep. Kim Ransom want to work with Democrats to pass only legislation that is necessary and cost-effective. Photos by Freda Miklin
ment in health care this session.” He had a different view of the 2019 reinsurance bill, saying, “I was against the reinsurance bill. It was funded by taking $30 million out of affordable housing last year that was already
funded and we will do so again this year.” He agreed that health insurance premiums went down and noted that it was “a huge win for Coloradans on the western and eastern plains.” Rep. Kim Ransom, a Re-
Republican Sen. Jack Tate and Democratic Sen. Jeff Bridges will work together for what’s best for their constituents.
publican who represents district 44, is one of six legislators on the all-important Joint Budget Committee (JBC) that writes the state’s annual budget. She said, “A lot of bills passed last year had costs attached that we at the JBC have to figure out how to
pay for. Reinsurance did lower health insurance costs for some but the overall health care cost to the state is higher and now the governor wants to add free preschool after adding free full-day kindergarten last year.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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flavor that we believe represent the new west, and we’re very excited about it.” Learn more about the progress at the National Western Center: Our food and agriculture industry continues to be a critical part of Colorado’s economy, Brough said, noting that it employs 116,000 Coloradans and contributes $1.6 billion in exports each year, from beef to sweet corn. The beverage industry, and the local barley and hops grown to support it, also have an impact, said David Coors, vice president of next generation beverages at Molson Coors Beverage Company, our Innovations in Agriculture Sponsor. “We’ve always been grateful for these farmers who work hard day in and day out to give us the high-quality, top-notch ingredients that go into our beers,” Coors said. “And we’ve also been working with them and spending tens of millions of dollars to help future-proof their businesses with sustainable farming practices so they can go on for generations and generations.”
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A portion of the proceeds from this and other Stock Show events support National Western Trust scholarships for future farmers, ranchers and veterinarians. Gov. Jared Polis applauded that effort, adding that the state’s focus is “to make darn sure that ag isn’t just a storied part of Colorado’s heritage, but it’s a dynamic and growing and exciting part of Colorado’s economic future. Guests met one scholarship recipient, 2019 Youth Equestrian Showcase Grand Champion Halley Moak. She is a student at Front Range Community College and is studying equine science and equine business management. Growing up in Estes Park, she was always around horses – and her grandfather was an equine veterinarian. “(My family) put me on a horse at 3 years old and I’ve been riding for the 16 years since,” Moak said. Students will compete this season to be named the 2020 Y.E.S. Grand Champion – one of many events that will in total draw an estimated 700,000 people to the Stock Show and create $120 million in economic impact. “It’s huge economic impact for Denver,” said Hassan Salem, Colorado Market President for U.S. Bank. The National Western Stock Show runs Jan. 11-26. Buy tickets at nationalwestern.com. Sara Crocker is the communications manager for the Denver Metro Chamber.
With partners Colorado State University, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, History Colorado and the Stock Show, visitors of the revitalized National Western Center can expect to learn and see innovation and be entertained. “We are planning for the next 100 years,” Hancock said. “They will see the sights and sounds and
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entennial-based GroovyTek was founded close to five years ago. After conducting over 10,000 hours of in-home personal technology training sessions across Colorado and Arizona, GroovyTek is now expanding its’ services to the South Florida market and opening a new facility in Boca Raton Florida. Since its founding, GroovyTek has learned a great deal about the state of technology education in our
members or others for tech help. Frustration is often exasperated by generational differences and a lack of respect towards older generations. GroovyTek focuses on being the change agent in this equation. After providing over 10,000 hours of in-home personal technology training sessions, GroovyTek has learned how to work with folks from all generations and learning styles to change the tone of their relationship from one of frustration to one
society and the frustrations related to personal technology (smartphones, tablets, and computers). Frustrations often appear to be rooted in a lack of resources available for folks to learn on their own terms. As technology advances so quickly, there is a sense that people don’t know how to “catch up” and a collective feeling that they are falling ever further behind. Furthermore, GroovyTek has learned that often people are made to feel “stupid” when asking family
of empowerment and excitement. “After fine-tuning the inhome training session model and approach, we are able to confidently send trainers to work with folks in their home environment, which is a big help. All of our trainers are patient and respectful. We have proven we are able to set our clients up for continued success and independence working with their technology, in as little as three training sessions,” said founder Alex Rodas.
“GroovyTek believes folks over the age of 40 are being mistreated and ignored by Silicon Valley. We are here to help change that.”
Training sessions are based on the client’s objectives and interests. While there are certain common frustrations that lead to people calling in for help, the solutions and the path to empowerment differs for each individual. GroovyTek believes that no two people use their technology in the exact same manner. Having a personal trainer who knows what you’d like to accomplish, how you learn
best, and what makes sense to share and explore is part of the secret sauce for success. With the forced adoption of personal technology growing every day, GroovyTek believes that personal technology training will become as
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LEFT: Water Lily Pond, 1918
Claude Monét exhibit at Denver Art Museum is breathtaking ABOVE: Monet fell in love with this row of poplars near his home at Giverny. He paid to keep them from being cut down while he created this one called Poplars on the Epte, 1891, and 22 other paintings of them from different angles at different times.
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A stunning and wide-ranging collection of 120 of the
RIGHT: Boat Lying at Low Tide, 1881, depicts the artist’s fascination with the interaction of boats and water in nature. This one is washed up onto the shore.
paintings of prolific French artist Claude Monét, called “the driving force behind the group of modern artists who became known as the Impressionists,” opened to the public
on October 21 and will close on February 2. The exhibit has been named, “The Truth of Nature.” Tickets are sold out. Monét was known for capturing many of the same
scenes at different times of day so he could show the effect of the light on the beautiful creations of mother nature. He described his art with the words, “The richness I
achieve comes from nature, the source of my inspiration.” The artist was born in Paris in 1840 and died in Giverny in 1926. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
LEFT: In Boulevard des Capucines, painted in 1873-74, Monét sought to focus on the energy and motion on the bustling streets of Paris. RIGHT: The Rio della Salute, 1908
BELOW, LEFT: View of Bordighera, 1884, reflected Monet’s view of this Italian city near the French Riviera where he said that the trees and bushes were hard to paint. “It is too thick…a jumble terrible to render, and of course, I am the man of isolated trees and vast spaces.” BELOW: Boats on the Beach at Pourville, Low Tide, 1882
Claude Monét created over 2,500 original paintings, virtually all scenes in nature.
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Colorado presidential primary is on Super Tuesday, Mar. 3 BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Much has changed about how Coloradans will participate in the selection of the Democratic and Republican candidates for president of the United States in 2020. For the first time, Colorado will be among the 14 states, representing more than onethird of the entire population of the United States, casting its ballots on March 3, known as Super Tuesday. The only states that will have held primaries or caucuses before March 3 are Iowa (Feb. 3), New Hampshire (Feb. 11), and South Carolina (Feb. 29). The other states participating in Super Tuesday presidential primaries or caucuses are Alabama, Arkansas, California, Maine, Massachusetts,
Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. Two ballot issues approved by the state’s voters in 2016, in effect for the first time ever in a presidential election, allow Colorado residents to choose their preferred candidate for the major parties’ nomination by individual mail ballots (it was previously done in party caucuses that were informal and often unwieldy) and, more significantly, permit the 1,344,562 unaffiliated active voters in this state to cast votes in either (but not both) the Republican or Democratic presidential primary. Also, for the first time, Colorado’s delegates to this summer’s major parties’ national conventions will be allocated based on the results of the March 3 presidential primary elections. In addition to using
the mail or many drop-off centers provided for ballots, in-person voter centers will be made available by county clerks around the state. Ballots will be mailed out beginning Feb. 10. As was done in recent statewide elections, unaffiliated voters will receive both a Democratic and Republican primary ballot, unless they have expressed a preference for one or the other. Only one of the two may be returned in order for the vote to be counted. Republicans whose names will appear on their party’s presidential primary ballot include President Trump, along with Joe Walsh, Bill Weld, and three others who are likely unfamiliar to most voters but qualified to be on the ballot in Colorado. There are 17 Democrats on their party’s presidential primary ballot in Colorado.
They include the recognizable front-runners, Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Pete Buttigieg, and Amy Klobuchar, along with Tom Steyer, Colorado’s own Sen. Michael Bennet, Andrew Yang, Michael Bloomberg, Deval Patrick, John Delaney, and Tulsi Gabbard. The remaining five candidates have either suspended their campaigns or are virtually unknown. As of Jan.1 there were 3,392,828 active voters in Colorado. Of that total, 29 percent are registered as Republicans, 30 percent are registered as Democrats, and 40 percent are registered as unaffiliated, according to the Secretary of State. Colorado is different from the rest of the United States in that regard. A 2019 Wall Street Journal/NBC news poll showed that 37 percent of Americans identify them-
selves as Republicans and 42 percent identify themselves as Democrats, leaving only 21 percent to be members of third parties or unaffiliated. Interestingly, the same poll conducted in 2010 had the exact same results. There continues to be a clear trend away from party affiliation with Colorado’s younger voters. As of Jan. 1, the Secretary of State’s records indicate that 34 percent of registered Republicans are in the 18 to 44 age group and 45 percent of Democrats fall into that category, compared to a whopping 57 percent of unaffiliated voters. Conversely, 27 percent of registered Republicans are age 65 or older, while 23 percent of Democrats are senior citizens, compared to only 14 percent of unaffiliated voters. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
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Aspen Academy hosts 3rd Annual Entrepreneurial Expo showcasing products made by K-7 students Fri, Jan. 24 Creating products, collaborating as a team, and selling products builds lifelong confidence and selfreliance for students
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take into the world for their personal savings and to contribute to the greater world. The Expo businesses they operate also take into consideration social consciousness. “The power of our curricula is that students begin to make a connection: their thoughts can be made into things. When children have dominion over
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their thoughts like this, they build confidence and self-reliance,” said Kristina Scala, Head of School. “For Aspen Academy graduates, we often hear feedback from their high school teachers and parents that they know themselves and their strengths, and that they’re able to advocate for themselves in meaningful ways. It starts with projects like these where they collaborate with their classmates to bring ideas to life.” Attendees may shop for a variety of products, from cookbooks to activity books, keychains, magnets, dog and cat toys, stress balls, hot cocoa kits, fleece blankets, education packs, phone cases and jewelry. All products are sold for cash only,
and Expo runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. For more information on Aspen Entrepreneurial Institute, visit www.aspenacademy .org. Aspen Academy is the
premier independent school for academic, leadership and entrepreneurial development. Located in outside Denver, our 400 Pre-K through 8th grade students exemplify our core values: be kind, do good, work hard, and make the world better. With a focus on academic rigor, character and leadership development, and community strength and service, our small classes are led by exceptional faculty who offer a personalized approach to instruction. Since our inception in 2005, we have remained steadfastly focused on developing lifelong learners who graduate from our school empowered to be confident, curious and innovative.
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Kyle Dyer captures audience with storytelling and a lesson in listening Children’s Diabetes Foundation Guild has its own story
Engaging Kyle Dyer, who had been a broadcast journalist for over two decades, made news worldwide when she innocently reached to pet a dog as a 9NEWS anchor and was bitten on air! That’s just one of her many stories. Kyle loves stories and thrives on listening deeply to others and telling their stories. After retiring from 9NEWS, she started her own brand – Kyle Dyer Storytelling, calls herself the generative journalist and shared her journey with The Guild of Children’s Diabetes Foundation (CDF) recently at Denver Country Club for its Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers. “By being heard,” she said: “you feel understood and appreciated. It’s the story behind the words. By engaging our imagination, we can have empathy for others. I grew up in journalism and I grew up because of journalism.” This coming from the news anchor who vividly recalls and/or covered Columbine, 9-11 and the Aurora Theater Shooting. She sets out to hear the good and finding the stories that matter such as the work of Children’s Diabetes Foundation. Earlier in the program, she had listened to Dr. Marian Rewers who talked about bridging the gap for clinical care at the Barbara Davis Center and the valuable research making diabetes more manageable, patients being able to get better and keeping kids
Guild President Cheryl Lebsock receives the $72,296.00 check from Jewels of Hope Chair Susan Squyer
Children’s Diabetes Foundation Executive Director Dana Davis and keynote speaker Kyle Dyer
diagnosed out of the hospital. She listened to amounts of two sizable checks being presented and the story of Cheryl Lebsock whose son Josh was recently diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. She heard Cheryl, the outgoing Guild president, list all the amazing accomplishments of the organization this past year. She listened as Lisa Corley was installed as the new president and how she felt about filling big shoes during her term and why she was so passionate about giving to CDF. Kyle witnessed the installation of 2020 Guild officers by Sally Frerichs: President- Lisa Corley, President-elect- Lori Finch, Treasurer –Katie Grassby,
Treasurer-Elect Linda Chase, Corresponding Secretary – Susan Squyer, Recording Secretary – Brenda Neiman and Immediate, Past President - Cheryl Lebsock. Kyle watched and listened as Judy McNeil presented a thoughtfully created book to Cheryl filled with her outstanding Guild leadership achievements and memories. CDF has a treasure trove of stories – enabling research, fundraising, thinking about a family in need, sharing, relating and having a reason for existence. On the horizon – February 12 is the annual Membership Meeting and May 6 is the annual Spring Brass Ring Luncheon & Fashion Show.
Dr. Marian Rewers receives the check in the amount of $175,000 to the Barbara Davis Center from new Guild President Lisa Corley
Lisa Corley, Judy McNeil (former CDF Guild president), Cheryl Lebsock and Sally Frerichs (former CDF Guild president)
Commissioners address CCRW on critical issues of Arapahoe County Kathleen Conti and Jeff “We are Baker are both Arapahoe County Commissioners up doing our for re-election in 2020. Conti represents the western part of best to make the county while Baker repelections run resents the eastern portion. Both were sworn into offairly.” fice on January 9, 2017. At a recent meeting of Cherry – Jeff Baker Creek Republican Women (CCRW), they addressed the issues of elections, the census, Tax Use Renewal, the master plan, the Metroplex Project and safety in jail. “We have been doing more with less for a long time,” said Conti. Suffering from a cold, Baker wanted to give his colleague the bulk of the time to speak. “We are doing our best to make elections run fairly,” he said.
Featured speakers Arapahoe County Commissioners Kathleen Conti and Jeff Baker
“We have been doing more with less for a long time.” - Kathleen Conti
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AllHealth Network’s Unmasking Mental Health event on DU campus The Joy Burns Center in the Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management was the venue for AllHealth Networks’s evening of comedy featurFLEURISH ing Denver’s own Adam Cayton-Holland. He is a national touring headliner who was named one of 25 “Comics to Watch” by Esquire Magazine and has appeared on Conan, The Late Late Show with James Corden and Comedy Central Presents to name a few. Loosely based on his memoir Tragedy Plus Time, Happy Place deals with suicide, mental illness, stand-up comedy and Nancy Kerrigan. It is a refreshing and honest look at how life throws you bad with the good, and the desperate struggle of trying to not drown under the Louise and Lee Bowen chaired the event weight of it all. Photos courtesy of AllHealth Network This event launched the start of AllHealth Networks 65th Anniversary celebration to take place in 2020. Under AllHealth’s banner - Like Minds… Leaders Take Action is a movement spearheaded by Louise and Lee Bowen who also chaired this event.
Louise Bowen is also spearheading Like Minds… Leaders Take Action along with husband Lee Comedian Adam Cayton-Holland entertains the audience
BELOW: CEO AllHealth Network Bill Henricks with featured entertainer Adam Cayton-Holland
Stephen Ghadaifchian, Sr. VP CITYWIDE BANKS (Presenting Sponsor) with Keri Christiansen
Linda Christie-Horn and Lynn Bronikowski
Loyal group enjoying social hour before the laughter-filled program
Kay Burke and Cindi Burge, who chaired the 60th Anniversary event flank Glendale Councilman Dario Katardzic
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Casper Stockham wants to represent Colorado’s 6th congressional district in the United States Congress next year. Photo by Freda Miklin
all regulatory agencies to advisory only, so that only the Congress could approve federal regulations. Said Stockham, “Passing regulations without congressional approval is not constitutional.” He wants to see the national debt reduced
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and would not vote for a budget that was not balanced. On Planned Parenthood, Stockham told us, “I think Planned Parenthood should be immediately defunded. I don’t support funding death. I support funding life, along with women’s health, adoption, and foster care.” He does not feel that Planned Parenthood provides general health services for women. On foreign policy, Stockham, a Navy veteran, “would like to see a reduction in U.S. troops in the middle east.” He says, “We should be done in Afghanistan and Syria.” He went on, “The past administration gave Iran $1.5 billion and they used it to fund terrorism.” Turning to the Democratic incumbent, Stockham said, “(U.S. Rep.) Crow is very progressive and he is going after our second amendment rights.” Stockham addressed current events, saying, “The impeachment is a sham. The charges in the two articles are not impeachable offenses. They are policy differences Trump did not abuse his power. He was just doing his job.” The candidate’s goals as a congressman are “to fight against the swamp—power elites that are not there for the people.” He also wants to change incentives in budgeting to discourage federal agencies’ “overspending just to use up their available budget.” Stockham is a consultant who provides training for budding entrepreneurs and youth in underprivileged communities. He told Villager Publisher Bob Sweeney and me that he is “connected to people,” while his main primary opponent, House, “is more connected to money than people.” He went on, “I’m the largest Trump supporter in this race. (Steve) House is a fake Trump supporter.” Stockham’s strategy includes a plan to reach out to immigrant communities in CD6, including people from Ethiopia and Ghana, who mostly live in Aurora. Colorado’s sixth congressional district was represented by Republicans from its formation in 1983 until Jason Crow beat 10-year incumbent Mike Coffman, who was recently elected mayor of Aurora, in Nov. 2018. Crow was one of two freshmen appointed as one of the seven impeachment managers by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on January 15. Stockham ran for Colorado CD1 in 2016 and 2018. Both times he was defeated by incumbent Diana DeGette, garnering 32 percent of the vote on his first try and 26 percent on his second. The Republican and Democratic primary elections for CD6 will be held on June 30. The general election is Nov. 3. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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Parade kicks off the 114th year of the venerable Stock Show Continued from page 1
The traditional start to the NWSS Kick-Off parade Longhorns in the city streets of Denver.
Cowboy and artist, painter James Holmes on his horse Peyote from Roundup Riders of the Rockies.
Photos by Stefan Krusze
NWSS 2020 Citizens of the West Bruce Benson and Marcy Benson
Ma and Pa Kettle running Moonshine on the streets of Denver?! Actually Roger White driving a 1947 Empire tractor made out of spare parts from a WWII Jeep and Ann White minding the still running Sarsaparilla Soda Pop.
Denver Bronco Cheerleaders Miranda, Sydney and Erica. Adams County Fair Queen Racheal Lampo dancing with Aaron Lampo and Adams County Fair Lady In Waiting Mandy McCormick.
Westernaires Girls Red Team Precision Riders.
NWSS 2020 Kick-Off Parade Grand Marshal Jake Jabs with Rene Green
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BY DONALD PETERSON Dear Readers, Why do I need a Will? Some people wonder why they need a Will, particularly where they think that their home has been titled in joint tenancy and they have named their spouse or other family members as payable on death beneficiaries on their accounts. A Will is a statement that describes how your assets will be distributed after your passing and allows you to appoint your Per-
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which the couple purchased their home did not state that the couple took title as “joint tenants”, which is critical language required to take advantage of Colorado’s joint tenancy law. Although Colorado law recognizes ownership of assets, including a home, titled in joint tenancy, the title must state those words specifically. Otherwise, as in the case with the widow, the Warranty Deed created a tenantin-common ownership, resulting in a one-half ownership by the husband and one-half by the wife. This divided ownership remained at the husband’s passing and was not affected by the wife’s sole payment of the mortgage, real property taxes or other home expenses. Most importantly, because the husband did not have a Will, when the needed probate Estate was opened for the husband, to transfer his one-half interest in the home, there was a requirement to notify all of the husband’s heirs, who stood to inherit a portion of his one-half interest, under the law of intestate succession that applies when someone dies without a Will. Under that law, the surviving wife is not automatically entitled to 100% of the husband’s estate.
Instead, depending on who the husband’s heirs are, they may share in the husband’s estate, together with the wife, which may not result in the wife receiving 100% ownership of the home. This is an example of the adverse consequences which can occur when no Will is in existence. Under the law that applies when no Will has been prepared, if any person who would be an heir died before the decedent (the husband in this case) then that person’s children substitute for them and become the decedent’s (husband’s) heirs. Therefore, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc. must be considered when determining heirship. Heirs must survive the decedent by at least 120 hours. Application of the strict law of intestate succession can be avoided if you have the foresight to prepare a Will. As a courtesy, there is no charge for my initial consultation with clients, which will result in an explanation of: (a) the various types of estate plan documents, their uses and benefits; (b) answers to your questions about lifetime care documents and the disposition of your assets at your death, including through
the use of a Will; and (c) specific documents to be custom-tailored to accomplish your legacy and estate planning goals. Upon your selection of the estate plan documents best suited for your personal needs, I will prepare the documents for your review, approval and signature before witnesses and a Notary, to be done at a second meeting where I will continue to answer any questions. Afterwards, I will assist with any updates which may be desired, due to changes in your estate plan from births, marriages, deaths of beneficiaries or changes in the law. I have served seniors and their families for over 43 years regarding their estate planning needs, and I am happy to do home visits, at no extra charge.
Donald Glenn Peterson Esq. Don Peterson Law Firm 1720 S. Bellaire St., Suite 530 Denver, CO 80222 Phone: (303) 758-0999 Fax: (303) 758-1091 E-Mail: dgp.lawoffice@att.net www.donpetersonlawfirm.com
How to choose the right hospital for you several hospitals from which you can choose. Or, if you’ve yet to select a doctor, finding a top hospital that has expertise with your condition can help you determine which physician to actually choose. Another important reason to do some research is the all too Dear Shopping, frequent occurrence Most people spend of hospital infections, more time shopping which kill around for a kitchen appliance BY JIM MILLER 75,000 people in the or flat-screen TV than U.S. each year. So, choosing a hospital. checking your hospital’s infecBut selecting the right one can be as important as the doctor tion rates and cleanliness proyou choose. Here are some cedures is also a smart move. tips and resources to help you research the hospitals in your Free Researching Tools area. There are a number of free online resources that can help you evaluate and compare hosHospital Shopping pitals in your area, including: While you may not always Medicare’s Hospital Comhave the opportunity to choose your hospital, especially in the pare (Medicare.gov/Hospicase of an emergency, having talCompare): Operated by the a planned procedure can offer Centers for Medicare and Medyou a variety of choices. icaid Services, this tool has When shopping for a hospidata on more than 4,000 U.S. hospitals. tal, the most important criteria Why Not The Best is to choose one that has a (WhyNotTheBest.org): Created strong department in treating by the Commonwealth Fund, your area of need. A facility this is a private foundation that that excels in coronary bypass provides performance data on surgery, for example, may not all U.S. hospitals. be the best choice for a hip The Leapfrog Group replacement. Research shows that patients tend to have better (LeapfrogGroup.org): This national, not-for-profit organiresults when they’re treated in hospitals that have extensive zation grades more than 2,000 experience with their specific U.S. hospitals on quality and condition. safety. In order to choose a hospital These websites use publicly that’s best for you, it is import- available data to rate hospitals on various measures of ant to discuss your concerns performance like death rates and alternatives with the docfrom serious conditions such tor who is treating you. Some as heart failure and pneumonia, doctors may be affiliated with Dear Savvy Senior, I need to get a hip replacement, and want to find a good, safe hospital to have it done in. What resources can you recommend for evaluating hospitals? I don’t currently have a doctor. Shopping Around
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frequency of hospital-acquired infections, patient satisfaction and more. On these websites, you plug in your location to find hospitals in your area. You can then check to see how well or poorly each hospital manages patients in various conditions. Two other good sites that can help you choose a good facility include U.S. News & World Report (USNews.com/ best-hospitals) and Healthgrades (Healthgrades.com). U.S News & World Report is an online publication that publishes a hospital ranking in 17 medical specialties like cancer, orthopedics and urology, and rates common procedures and conditions, such as heart bypass surgery, hip and knee replacement and COPD. They also rank hospitals regionally within states and major metro areas. And Healthgrades, which is a private for-profit organization, provides free hospital ratings on patient safety and medical procedures, and scores hospitals using a 5-star scale. They also provide comprehensive information on most U.S. doctors including their education and training, hospital affiliations, board certification, awards and recognitions, professional misconduct, disciplinary action and malpractice records, office locations and insurance plans. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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Making marriage cool
In 2014, Kanye West married Kim Kardashian stunning millennials who appear to value cohabitation over marriage. When asked why he married, Kanye replied, “People think that I have the ability to make things cooler if I’m doing it. This stuff’s starting to be cool … Family is super cool. Going home to one girl every night is super cool.” The rapper used his star-power to champion marriage. Beyoncé’ and Jay Z also represent a new class of celebrity marriage which is non-traditional, even counter-cultural. These artists outline lyrics in their music that reveal a complicated picture of imperfect, yet
committed, monogamy in a world where multiple partners and variety is the norm. These rock stars represent a newly designed re-imagined marriage for contemporary couples. Not surprisingly, marriage rates are down dramatically. Marriage is rarely talked about in schools or future life-planning. It is maligned in the public square on commercials where millennial bridesmaids do not want to catch the wedding bouquet. Non-marital childbearing rate is 40%. The Colorado Strengthening Families Initiative Conference held every two years in Vail doesn’t even mention marriage
in any of their plenary or breakout sessions. Because marriage, the bedrock of a civilized society, is a prosocial stabilizer, an institution that has at least 26 social science cited benefits for health, well-being and wealth building, we have to make marriage cool for the next generation and those trapped in the cycle of poverty as a single parent of one or multiple children. Ways to make marriage cool is to highlight, celebrate, and honor those who are role models of long lasting, healthy, committed coupling. It is digging, discovering, discussing and disseminating the secrets of staying in love. It is helping couples obtain the skills
to develop and maintain a healthy friendship and working every day to make life easier for one other. It is encouraging millennials to reimagine and redefine what their marriage could be. In order to serve the most vulnerable among us, many of whom have not experienced married parents, who are on public-assistance called TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) and live lives that are fraught with struggle and scarcity, we need to accomplish, not one TANF goal, but all four goals in order to empower them to build a bridge out of poverty.
The four goals of TANF are: • assisting needy families so that children can be cared for in their own homes; • reducing the dependency
of needy parents by promoting job preparation, work and marriage; • preventing out-of-wedlock pregnancies; and • encouraging the formation and maintenance of two-parent families. We need to reform tax policy to stop disincentives to marriage. We need to ask media and entertainment outlets to highlight healthy married couples and families on television and movies. We need to give voice to children who desire to have both parents be a role model for healthy relationships and marriage. There are many things we can do together to make marriage cool. Call us to find what we can do together. Please join us in this effort. joneen@myrelation shipcenter.org; www.my relationshipcenter.org
Tips to improve wellness and prevent stroke ocados and blueberries, are especially rich in vitamins and minerals that improve brain function and heart health.
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Stroke is often thought of as something that happens to older people, but more people under 50 are having strokes due to increased risky behaviors, such as smoking and untreated high blood pressure. Strokes don’t discriminate, according to the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary health organization devoted to fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke. They can happen to anyone, at any age. About 1 in 4 people worldwide will have a stroke in their lifetime. However, up to 80% of first strokes may be prevented. “Healthy habits can protect and improve brain function and lower your stroke risk,” said Dr. Lee Schwamm, MD, American Stroke Association volunteer chairman and executive vice chairman, department of neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital. In recognition of World Stroke Day, the American Stroke Association offers these five tips to help reduce
Rest up
Getting 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night can improve brain function both today and long-term. A soothing bedtime routine and avoiding screen time before bed can increase the quality of sleep you’re able to get. Sleep-related breathing issues may also increase stroke risk, so seek treatment right away if you suspect sleep apnea or similar problems.
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your risk of stroke and maintain mental sharpness as you age:
Keep blood pressure in mind and under control
High blood pressure is the No. 1 controllable risk factor for stroke. Work with your doctor to manage your blood pressure and get it into a
healthy range (under 120 over 80).
Eat colorful fruits and veggies
Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can lower blood pressure over time, which may help reduce your stroke risk. Some fruits and vegetables, such as mangos, av-
Emerging science shows practicing mindfulness and being aware of your breathing may reduce blood pressure. A quick way to be mindful anytime is to pause, notice your breath and observe details in your surroundings.
Take a hike
Getting active activates brain cells, encouraging them to grow and connect more efficiently. Aerobic
exercise, like going for a walk, also gives your arteries a workout and makes your brain more resilient to reductions in blood flow that can cause strokes. To maximize health benefits, the American Heart Association recommends adults get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity (or a combination) and two days per week of moderate- to high-intensity muscle strengthening activity. “These simple suggestions are great for everyone to follow, even if you don’t think you’re likely to have a stroke,” Schwamm said. “While many adults don’t think they are at risk for stroke or reduced brain function, the reality is that nearly half of all adults in America have high blood pressure, and untreated high blood pressure is one of the most common causes of stroke and also causes up to 60% of dementia.” For more information and tips for preventing stroke, visit Stroke.org/WorldStrokeDay.
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outside of St. Louis, MO. Following her residency, she was assigned to work at the Pentagon dental clinic in Washington D.C. She spent over four years caring for the nation’s highest-ranking military personnel including working in the White House and teaching sleep dentistry to countless dental residents and peers at Walter Reed Hospital. In addition to her dental practice, she has become a leading specialist in sleep apnea treatment. According to the American Academy of Sleep medicine it is estimated that 26 percent of adults between 30 and 70 years of age have obstructive sleep apnea with more than 85 percent undiagnosed. Dr. McLain relates that the average life span of an untreated sleep apnea patient can be 20 years shorter than healthy individuals. Suffers have a dramatic increased risk of pre term heart attack or stroke. Because the oral appliance is custom fit to the patient and does not require a mask or power, there is often greater ease of use and better patient comfort and tolerance compared to the CPAP machine. In her practice she works directly with the patient’s physician for proper screening, referrals, and diagnosis with home sleep testing or polysomnography. If you currently snore and think you may have a problem, or you are struggling with your CPAP machine, help is out there and Dr. McLain would be happy to talk to you today.
Ditch the mask, cut the cord, let Dr. McLain make you a custom appliance and start sleeping better today!
There is a new sleep apnea specialist in town and her name is Dr. Brenna McLain, a professional dentist associated with Village Dental and Steven Zervas DDS. In addition to being a talented cosmetic and surgical dentist she is passionate about treating patients with snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. In her practice she uses oral appliances as an alternative to the CPAP machine to help sleep sufferers live longer and lead healthier lives. By taking extensive continuing education courses and treating several hundred patients, Dr. McLain recently earned Diplomate credentialing from the Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Disciplines which is a title held by fewer than 300 dentists internationally. She is also a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and a member of several professional societies including the American Dental Association, the Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Disciplines and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. This talented new area resident was born in Prescott, AZ and developed a passion for dentistry at a very young age while helping at her parents’ dental practice. She graduated from the University of Arizona Summa Cum Laude in 2008, earning a bachelor’s degree in physiology and chemistry and accepted the prestigious Health Professions Scholarship through the Air Force to attend dental school at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine graduating in 2013. After graduation she continued her dental education and military career with a one year advanced eduction in general dentistry residency at Scott Air Force Base
Dr. Brenna offers a no cost consultation at Village Dental. Her phone number is 303-220-7662.
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2020 Toyota Corolla is a hybrid bargain There are so many vehicle choices consumers are challenged to make in the auto world today. Many of the decisions are based on price and fondness for historic brands such as Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac and Ford. However, the influx of cars that started 50 years ago with the Japanese car invasion has continued with outstanding vehicles manufactured in South Korea, Italy, England and China. The competition in cars drove Ford to discontinue their sedans and go to trucks, SUV’s, and Mustangs. Ford and General Motors stock prices have barely budged in recent years. Ford is remembered as the U.S. car manufacturer that did not take a government bailout in 2008, while General Motors had to be saved by the Obama administration. The intense foreign competition in quality, innovation, and pricing has been a boon to U.S. consumers as manufac-
Joe Tatarka Nov. 10, 1947Dec. 21, 2019 Joseph Edward Tatarka, 72, of Englewood passed away on December 21 at Swedish Hospital in Englewood, after a sudden illness. Joe was born in Sterling, CO Nov. 10, 1947 to William and Agnes (Niemi) Tatarka and was the oldest of five children. The family moved to South Denver in 1961 where he attended St. Vincent’s grade school. He was a 1966 graduate of Regis High School where he was a National Merit Scholar and made many life-long friends. In the Army he served in Vietnam with the First Calvary Division as a Sergeant.Joe received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder and his MBA from Seattle University. In 1986 Joe returned to Denver to work in the family business, A-B&C Enterprises, which specialized in marketing products. Although he had not planned on staying, he enjoyed the many hats required of a small business owner. With the support of a dedicated staff and his father,he stayed on to build the business to expand regionally and led the business through periods of expansion as well as the re-
turers offer massive discounts and low interest rates on vehicle purchases. It is relatively easy to purchase a vehicle and credit is available to almost all vehicle buyers. The debt on cars and trucks in the U.S. is massive as we have become a nation on wheels as more jobs have been created from the strong Trump driven economy. New auto plants have been constructed in Texas, Alabama,
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cession. Joe’s passion for community and customer service led him to many collaborative groups, including the Englewood Chamber of Commerce, were he served as president, and was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019. Joe is preceded in death by his mother Agnes, brother Bill, sister Mary, step-mother Theresa and father Bill. He is survived by sister Agnes (Denver) and brother, Martin (Asheville, NC) step-siblings Kathy Izor (Denver), Dan Mayner (Columbus, OH ), and Melaine Mayner (Denver). A memorial service will be held February 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Regis Jesuit High School, 6300 S. Lewiston Way, Aurora.
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and Georgia with jobs coming back from cheaper Mexican labor south of the border. The rise of the electric and hybrid vehicles is in full swing as more charging stations emerge. One new charging station is in the parking lot at the Centennial city building on Arapahoe Rd. The technology of hybrids has become attractive and the warranties on batteries extend-
ed up to ten-years on improving battery efficiencies. The latest test vehicle is a Corolla Hybrid LE sedan that averages 52 miles per gallon with a 1.8L four-cylinder engine. The car will operate efficiently with the engine or battery driven power from an easy drive shift to battery power. A slight “whine” can be heard from sole battery power, but the acceleration is identical. A charging image appears on the center console screen showing the engine recharged the battery to full power during the drive. The system works flawlessly and 52 mpg. is attractive mileage. The Corolla hybrid is fun to drive, fast and nimble, four-doors, and a five-star crash safety rating. The best
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Arapahoe County part of history Left, right or ambidextrous, politically speaking, no one can deny that Arapahoe County became part of history last week. First-term Democrat congressman Jason Crow was elected in 2018 during a voter’s response to an unpopular president. More voters turned out in that election than ever in the history of the United States. Now he is in one of 21 members in the history of the United States House of Representatives to present evidence to the Senate that the president should be removed from office. Once the United States House of Representatives passed two historic Articles of Impeachment against President Donald Trump for allegedly orchestrating a campaign to withhold $391 million in military aid and a White House meeting for an announcement that Ukraine would start an investigation into his political rival. The first Article alleges that Trump abused his “powers of the Presidency when he solicited the interference of Ukraine in the 2020 United States presidential election. The second article charges Trump with “directing the unprecedented, categorical and indiscriminate defiance of subpoenas issued
by the House as part of its impeachment inquiry.” Crow said of his historic appointment by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, “I love our country and what it represents both at home and around the world. My time in military service taught me that our democracy exists because men and women stand up to fight for it. It’s a belief that drove me to serve my country in combat and led me to the halls of Congress. While there is no map for the challenges we face, my oath to support and defend the Constitution has guided me for years and will continue to guide me during this trial. “As an impeachment manager, I will approach the process with the dignity and seriousness that it deserves, and advocate for a full and fair trial. It’s my solemn responsibility to lay out the facts and give the Senate - and the American people - confidence in the process. It is the duty of Congress to protect the ruleof-law and hold the president accountable. Our democracy depends on it.” Besides Crow, the managers are Reps. Adam Shiff (CA), Jerry Nadler (NY), Zoe Lofgren (CA), Hakeem Jeffries (NY), Val Demings (FL) and Sylvia Garcia (TX). All managers have a background as lawyers, pros-
part of all is the very attractive manufacturers retail price of $22,950. A few options can be added, but this is a stellar Toyota bargain for consumers. This Corolla is attractive with a sleek design and “Celestite” gray paint with final assembly in Toyota, Aichi, Japan. Toyota offers a Toyota Safety Sense system that includes all of the new major safety systems such as pre-collision and Smart Stop Technology. These systems are designed to keep the vehicle from striking a frontal object. This Corolla is loaded with safety features, LED lights, and back up and forward cameras. Missing were XM satellite radio and power seat controls. Handles adjust the seat height and length. With a little adjustment to body size the seats become comfortable and in place for the drive. It appears that Toyota put safety number one in the car design along with the hybrid features. This is a car of the future for all ages and easy on the billfold.
ecutors or in law enforcement. Crow is a lawyer and also has a national security background as an Army Ranger. Another connection to Arapahoe County and the history of Trump is Rep. Diana DeGette preceded over the formal vote to appoint the managers and send the Articles of Impeachment to the Senate. Jeffries was the keynote speaker at the annual Pat Schroeder Democratic dinner in 2018. Colorado Senators Cory Gardner and Michael Bennet are judges at the trial. The question is whether they will fairly judge the evidence that is presented at the trial, or fall in-line with their political party. Gardner is up for reelection in November. The latest polls suggest he is “underwater” and may in fact be defeated. Bennet is not up for reelection this year. As for the public, 70 percent want witnesses to testify during the trial which started Tuesday. It will take 51 Senators to vote to approve witnesses but two-thirds of Senators present to approve the removal of Trump from office. Becky Osterwald Conifer
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ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT ARAPAHOE COUNTY 2019 STREET MILLING PROGRAM Project No. RB19-110 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, Colorado shall make final settlement with PLM Asphalt & Concrete, Inc. for its work completed for Arapahoe County. The work performed under this contract dated June 3, 2016 and Change Order No. 8, Change Order No. 9, and Change Order No. 10, dated January 22, 2019, for the removal of the top 1”-3” of road surface with a milling machine (both full width and edge milling) at various locations in unincorporated Arapahoe County. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed or any of its subcontractors or that has supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used by PLM Asphalt & Concrete, Inc. or any of its subcontractors in or about the performance of the work done within unincorporated Arapahoe County, whose claim has not been paid by PLM Asphalt & Concrete, Inc. or any of its subcontractors may file a claim with the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, 5334 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO 80120, at any time up to and including February 20, 2020. This Notice is published in accordance with §38-26-107, C.R.S., and all claims, if any, shall be filed in accordance with this statutory section. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement and/or claim prior to the aforementioned date for filing claims shall release Arapahoe County, its officers, agents and employees from any or all liability, claims, and suits for payment to PLM Asphalt & Concrete, Inc. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager First Publication: January 23, 2020 Last Publication: January 30, 2020 Legal # 9467 ____________________________
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PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF: KATHRYN SIMMONS Child, and concerning SHAVELLE WALLS aka SHAVELLE SIMMONS AKA SHAVELLE POWERS and MATTHEW BARBOUR Respondents. Marilee McWilliams, Reg. No. 16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-636-1883 (F) 303-636-1889 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT Case No: 19JV594 Division: 23 To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding SHAVELLE WALLS aka SHAVELLE SIMMONS AKA SHAVELLE POWERS is set for February 28, 2020 at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in Division 23, of the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Date: January 15, 2020 Marilee McWilliams, Reg. No. 16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Published in The Villager Published: January 23, 2020 Legal # 9446 ____________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner,
In the Interest Of: GIOVANNI STOKES Child, and concerning BRIANNA STOKES aka BRIANNA SHEREE, JAMES FRANCIS, and COLBY McGEE Respondents. Heather L. Tomka, Esq. #50963 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Telephone: 303.636.1895 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT Case No: 19JV952 Division: 22 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding, BRIANNA STOKES aka BRIANNA SHEREE, JAMES FRANCIS, and COLBY McGEE is set for February 10, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. in Division 22 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children ‘s Code. Date: January 15, 2020 Heather L. Tomka, Esq. #50963 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner Published in The Villager Published: January 23, 2020 Legal # 9469 ____________________________
GREENWOOD VILLAGE BID INFORMATION ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive sealed bids at the Public Works Department, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112-3730, until 3:30 p.m., January 30, 2020 for the 2020 CIP Monaco Traffic Circle Upgrade. The specifications for the 2020 CIP Monaco Traffic Circle Upgrade and complete contract documents are available electronically via the
Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System on the City of Greenwood Village website, www. greenwoodvillage.com/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof. There will be an optional pre-bid meeting at 10:00 a.m. January 24, 2020. The meeting will be conducted at the Greenwood Village Public Works Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado, at the fleet maintenance building conference room. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80%) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to C.R.S. § 8-17-101. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid for any bids greater than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00). The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the Public Works Department, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. Such bonds will be retained by the City until the two year (2) warranty period has expired. Bids will be opened publicly at 3:31 p.m., January 30, 2020, at the Greenwood Village Public Works Facility, and shall be tabulated by the City. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Wanda De Vargas at (303) 708-6140. /s/ Jeremy Hanak Director of Public Works Published in The Villager First Publication: January 16, 2020 Last Publication: January 23, 2020 Legal # 9456 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT For Greenwood Village
Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado will make final payment at the City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 at 4:00 p.m. on January 31, 2020 to WL Contractors, Inc., for all work done by said contractor for the project called Yosemite/Fair Traffic Signal Project said construction being within the boundaries of the City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said work by the City of Greenwood Village. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractors, at any time up to and including time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City Manager, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim at any time up to and including the time of final settlement will release said City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, its Council, officers, agents and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim. ATTEST: BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO /s/ Susan Ortiz, City Clerk /s/ George Lantz, Mayor Published in The Villager First Publication: January 16, 2020 Last Publication: January 23, 2020 Legal # 9444 ___________________________ GREENWOOD VILLAGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PURSUANT TO THE LIQUOR LAWS OF THE STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT SMS Colorado, LLC D/B/A Dionysus Food & Wine Bar by application dated December 12, 2019 has requested the Local Liquor Licensing Authority of the City of Greenwood Village to grant a Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License at 5375 Landmark Place F105, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 to sell malt, vinous, and spirituous liquor for on-premises consumption. A Public Hearing to consider the application has been scheduled to be held before the City Council of the City of Greenwood Village acting as the Local Licensing Authority on February 3, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Greenwood Village City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Any party in interest shall be allowed to present evidence and to cross examine witnesses at the Public Hearing. Names of officers/stockholders with 10% or more interest: Sun Woo Jung, 5457 S Helena Street, Centennial, CO 80015, 50% Owner Myong S Yi, 5457 S Helena Street, Centennial, CO 80015, 50% Owner Information as to the application, procedures, petitions or remonstrances may be obtained from the City Clerk at Greenwood Village City Hall. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE JACKIE EWDARDS LICENSING SPECIALIST Published in The Villager Published: January 23, 2020 Legal # 9470 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT For Greenwood Village Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado will make final payment at the City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 at 4:00 p.m. on Febru-
ary 6, 2020 to Colorado Moisture Control, for all work done by said contractor for the project called 2019 Roof and Gutter Repair Project, said construction being within the boundaries of the City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said work by the City of Greenwood Village. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractors, at any time up to and including time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City Manager, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim at any time up to and including the time of final settlement will release said City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, its Council, officers, agents and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim. ATTEST: BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO /s/ Susan Ortiz, City Clerk /s/ George E. Lantz, Mayor Published in The Villager First Publication: January 23, 2020 Last Publication: January 30, 2020 Legal # 9471 ____________________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert Charles Quam, Deceased Case Number 2019PR31243 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado or on or before May 19, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Kevin R. Quam, Personal Representative c/o Otis & Bedingfield, LLC 2725 Rocky Mountain Avenue, Suite 320 Loveland* CO 80538 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 16, 2020 Last Publication: January 30, 2020 Legal # 9461 ___________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Agnes Hodona a/k/a Rusty Hodona, Deceased Case Number 2020PR30032 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe, County, Colorado or on or before May 23, 2020 or the claims may be forever barred. Denise Schottleutner 10949 E. Maplewood Drive Englewood, CO 80111 Published in The Villager First Publication: January 23, 2020 Last Publication: February 6, 2020 Legal # 9472 ____________________________
MISCELLANOUS PUBLIC NOTICE HealthSource of DTC located at 5105 DTC Pkwy, #305 in Greenwood Village has a retention period for medical records of (7) years past the last encounter date. Medical records with a last encounter date of January 15, 2013 or earlier will be destroyed on March 27, 2020. Anyone wishing to request their original medical records must call (303) 290-0022 prior to the destruction date. Published in The Villager First Publication: January 23, 2020 Last Publication: January 1. , 2020 Legal # 9451 ____________________________
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January 31 – February 9. Enjoy a high-flying adventure to Neverland where Peter Pan, Wendy, John and Michael experience a whimsical trip to the sugar plum kingdom where magical dances come alive. Ellie Caulkins Opera, 1385 Curtis Street. Tickets range from $30 to $160. For information or to purchase tickets visit coloradoballet.org or call 303837-8888.
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January 11 – February 22. The mountains inspire us all to explore the beauty of our state. The MTNS exhibit is a look at how the mountains inspire twelve Colorado based artists: Leslie Jorgensen, Beau Carey, George Kozmon, Elaine Coombs, Pat Finley, Eden Kiel, Angela Bely, Jeff Aeling, Fawn Atencio, Chuck Parson, David Shingler and Ulrich Gleiter. Reception on Saturday, January 11 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Curtis Center for the Arts, 2349 E. Orchard Road. For information call 303-797-1779
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