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“A New Beginning” This sculpture of a Victorian woman in the 1890’s is outside of the museum and is by Veryl Goodnight, a native of Colorado. In 1890, Wyoming was the first state to allow women the right to vote, and Colorado followed shortly after in 1893. The empowerment that women felt in the 1890’s brought rise to the title, “A New Beginning”. A plague at the base of the sculpture indicates read, “Dedicated to the Teachers of Colorado”.
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This sculpture, located outside the History Colorado Center, was donated by James J. Volker, who had served on History Colorado’s board, dedicated Goodnight’s “A New Beginning” to Colorado educators. In 2006, Volker also donated T.D. Kelsey’s “On the Wind,” a 10-by-13 foot, 3,000-pound bronze North American bison first featured at the former Colorado History Museum and relocated to the History Colorado Center’s Broadway entrance. “The History Colorado Center will bring history to life for thousands of schoolchildren each year,” said Volker. “With them are the teachers who dedicate their lives to helping their students become civically engaged adults. Veryl’s ‘A New Beginning’ is dedicated to all the teachers who serve in Colorado’s classrooms across the state.” See related education story about the announced retirement of Cherry Creek Schools Superintendent Dr. Siegfried on pages 8-9.
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“The pandemic is, and will continue to be, the biggest challenge music educators have ever faced.” Tim Libby, band director and instrumental music teacher at Cherry Creek High School, said music teachers across the country have had to completely rethink and redirect their approach to music education during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The art of making music is rooted in non-verbal communication and expression. At the highest level it is more like a spiritual experience,” Libby explained. “While skill development is a worthy and necessary endeavor, it’s the act of playing music with others that brings joy to the soul. Missing that joy and the feeling of satisfaction when you hear your students demonstrate their passion and skill has been the hardest part of the pandemic for me.” But whether teaching in person or remotely, Libby refused to let the pandemic steal that joy from his students. He and
during our class periods,” Libby said. “I wanted to convey to my students that even though remote band is not ideal, we were going to have a great experience despite the limitations and I was going to have fun with them learning in a different way.” Given that dedication, it’s no surprise that Libby was recently named the 2020-21 Outstanding
co-band director Sara Wynes carefully implemented recommendations in the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) aerosol study to protect the health of students and staff during in-person classes. He purchased new software and sound equipment for his home office so he could play his trumpet and recordings of great music with the highest sound quality during remote classes. He also took advantage of educational software like Sight Reading Factory and SmartMusic to give students the best individual practice experience possible. “I also tried to keep a very positive attitude and approach
Music Educator for Colorado by the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS). Honorees are chosen on the basis of significant and ongoing contributions to the field, years of both curricular and co-curricular service and contributions to the profession, both in and out of the state. Libby was nominated for the honor by CCHS Activities Director Krista Keogh and the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA), which is a member of NFHS. “Tim Libby has done everything in his power, in the middle of a pandemic, to make this season memorable and fulfilling, even though the students have
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known from the beginning, they might not ever be able to perform,” Keogh said. “Your continued commitment and the long-lasting contributions you have made to Colorado’s music students extend both in and out of the classroom,” said Bethany Brookens, CHSAA Assistant Commissioner. “Your list of accolades and supporters is long, and it is clear your passion and dedication are undeniable.” Libby has been teaching at Cherry Creek High School for 21 years. The school’s award-winning instrumental music program includes four concert bands, two jazz bands, marching band, basketball pep band and percussion ensemble. Jazz Band A and Wind Ensemble have been selected to perform at the Colorado Music Educators Association (CMEA) State Convention a total of nine times. The Wind Ensemble has earned Superior ratings at the Colorado Bandmasters Association (CBA) State Festival every year since 2002 and has been selected to perform at the Music for All National Concert Band Festival twice. In addition, the Bruin Marching Band has ualified for the C A State Championships every year since 2001 and is a 10-time CBA State Finalist. In 2014, Cherry Creek High School was named a Grammy Signature School because of the outstanding instrumental and vocal music programs. Libby attributes the program’s success to hardworking students, supportive parents, school and district leaders who support the arts, tremendous colleagues at schools across the district and encouragement from band directors across the state, as well as the support of his wife, Laura. While he looks forward to the day music classes can return to something more normal, Libby will continue to use some of the lessons he has learned during the pandemic. “There are many good things that will come from this experience, such as new technology and creative ways to make music with others,” he said. “But the best thing that will come from this experience is never taking the opportunity to make music in-person for granted in the future!”
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Arapahoe County honors Buckley Air Force Base Buffer Project Partners with 2020 Stewardship Award Conservation in perpetuity of more than 700 acres surrounding Buckley Air Force Base Arapahoe County Open Spaces (ACOS) is recognizing a group of partners – including nonprofits, local, state and federal government agencies – for coming together to purchase and protect in perpetuity more than 700 acres of land surrounding Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora. These Buckley Air Force Base Buffer Project partners are the recipients of the County’s 2020 Our Progress Takes Flight Award, which is presented annually in recognition of outstanding stewardship in conservation and protection of the great outdoors. The stakeholder group on the multiyear project, led by Buckley Air Force Base and the City of Aurora, also includes The Trust for Public Land, Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Great Outdoors Colorado, and Arapahoe County. The project was completed in 2019, and more than $20 million in local, state and federal funds were leveraged. As a result of the project, land in the buffer zone won’t be developed in the future and provides a protected corridor for open space, wildlife habitat and future trails. The buffer also ensures the long-term viability of base operations, including Air Force and Colorado Air National Guard flight missions, training, and use of radar and navigation systems. “ t’s a win-win, benefiting our community, our regional economy, and our environment,” said Bill Holen, Arapahoe County Commissioner representing District 5, which includes portions of Aurora. “Now more than ever, as we continue to see so much growth and expansion across Arapahoe County, it’s critical that projects like this protect our open spaces for conservation and recreation opportunities – and continue to enhance our quality of life across Arapahoe County. It’s also critical that we support our Base neighbors in their flight, aerospace and national security missions and training efforts.” Aurora At-Large Council Member Dave Gruber agrees. “Buckley Air Force Base is a major driver of our region’s economy, contributing more than $1 bil-
lion annually and thousands of jobs to the area,” Gruber said. “This award affirms the extraordinary power of partnerships in accomplishing great things.” The Buckley Air Force Base Buffer Project, along with dozens of other countywide park, trail and open space projects each year, are supported by the voter-approved, quarter-cent Arapahoe County Open Space Sales and Use Tax, which will be up for reauthorization in 2021. The County is also seeking public input to craft a vision for the future of its Open Spaces program. Learn more at www.arapahoegov.com/ osmasterplan.
Arapahoe County welcomes new Community Resources Director Katherine Frances Smith will oversee critical programs that serve vulnerable communities
The Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners have announced Katherine “Kathy” Frances Smith as the new director of Community Resources. Smith will oversee the Community Resources department, which includes the divisions of Housing and Community Development, Arapahoe/Douglas Works!, Weatherization, Judicial Services, Senior and Veteran Services. Smith returns to Arapahoe County from her most recent role as director of the mployment and enefits division of the Colorado Department of Human Services. Prior to her time at the state, Smith served nine years in the Arapahoe County Human Services department in vari-
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ous roles. We’re pleased to welcome Kathy Smith back to Arapahoe County,” said new Arapahoe County Board Chair Nancy Jackson. “Her past experience here, along with everything else she’s accom-
plished, make her the ideal person to lead or Community Resources efforts during a very busy time for the department and the County.” With more than 15 years of public service leadership and a wealth of familiarity with Arapahoe County programs and services, Smith will oversee the various programs that assist the County’s most vulnerable populations as well as strengthening workforce development across the state’s third largest county. As Community Resources director, Smith will also serve as liaison to numerous citizen boards and committees that play a critical role in the various divisions she will oversee. “I am thrilled to be back in Arapahoe County, and I look forward to delivering topnotch, innovative services to our community,” Smith said.
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Cherry Creek Schools loses a superintendent It is with great sadness that I read that Cherry Creek School District Superintendent Scott Siegfried is “retiring” and leaving his post after spending 25 years in the district school system and becoming the leader of the 4th largest state school district in 2018. He relates in his letter to the board “…I would be disingenuous if I didn’t say that the last year has had an impact on myself and my family…” Siegfried has been an excellent school leader and has worked tirelessly with faculty and school board members to do what is best for district students. His loss to the district is pro-
25,000 national guard troops were deployed to Washington D.C. to defend the capitol for the inauguration of President Joe Biden. What an over-reaction to the ineptness of the 2000-member capitol hill police force and the 6000 District of Columbia police on Jan. 6. Let them go home now from a grateful nation proud of their service. No doubt some of the guard members thought this would be a good gig and get paid for their service. They will remember this event for the rest of their lives. We again thank them for their service to the nation. But, there appeared to be zero need for the large military presence at the event. Everything was well-staged, and the event went off without a hitch. Maybe the terrorists didn’t show up because of the huge military presence, but they had already ravaged the capitol in well laid-out plans far ahead of the president’s address. It seems that we have had a leadership issue of the troops showing up after the damage has been done in many cities.
found and we thank him for his dedication to our students and faculty. But, the story doesn’t end quite there. Our reporter Freda Miklin was at the most recent school board meeting and wrote an editorial on page 9 of her experience.” Siegfried had challenges with the Governor’s office and health officials on what, when and how schools can reopen. That is bad enough, but to be harangued by angry parents about classroom attendance versus visual education is disconcerting. But what is really discouraging is the abusive language and lack of respect for the administration and the school board shown at
To deploy 25,000 soldiers is a major operation and it takes the quartermaster corps to provide food and shelter, mess halls, latrines, bed rolls, cots, blankets. It was quite an honor and experience for the guard members to sleep in the rotunda of the capital. But, lack of restrooms, and showers might have given the capital a new fragrance. Anyway, it was a learning experience that I hope the nation doesn’t have to experience again. If it was really a serious threat, we should have called in the Marines. *** I thought that Lady Gaga knocked the ball out of the park with singing the national anthem. No matter one’s political affiliation the event was historic and showed the world that America and our capitol were still standing proudly. The sun even came out! *** Everything is still relatively quiet across the county landscape. Many banks and government offices are still
the public session. I asked Freda to write up what happened at the meeting and use what notes she recorded. It is a disappointing report and one that reflects badly on overly aggressive student parents. Teachers and administrators are doing their best to cope with COVID-19 and Siegfried apparently has had enough of the abuse. This brings up the narrative that we need to show more respect to our school faculty and administration. The Cherry Creek School District is one of the finest public-school districts in the nation, a designated “Blue Ribbon School District.” Working with the school district for almost 40 years The
working remotely. The new administration is taking shape and President Biden is doing what he said he would do with immigration reform and halting the Keystone pipeline. I always thought, and still do, that having all of that Canadian oil pouring into the United States was a great asset for U.S. future energy needs. Someday the U.S. oil reserves are going to go dry. Less than 10 percent of our nation’s electricity comes from solar and wind. There is a huge gap between what green energy can produce and what the nation consumes every hour. Seeing these coal plants close makes me leery of what the future holds to replace these plants and the electric power source. We’re moving rapidly to electric vehicles and that will create a huge demand for electricity and lessen the fuel tax on gasoline that pays for roads and bridges. Fossil fuels are going to be around for a long time while we develop new sources of energy. My view is that nuclear energy will replace most of the wind, solar, and power plants. A small, safe,
Villager has constantly been impressed by the leadership of past, and present school officials. Scott Siegfried matches the best of the chain of dedicated school administrators. His retirement brings to light that four of the largest school districts have lost their superintendents with resignations from Denver, Jeffco, Douglas County and now Cherry Creek. Combined, these four districts serve over 250,000 public school students. No doubt, the school board will select new leadership; generally promoting from within the system. We hope a new outstanding leader will emerge to continue the fight.
nuclear battery will run your car for ten years. It’s only a matter of time and science. **** Up in Central City the Weekly Register-Call reports in “Turning Back The Pages” this news item from the January 27, 1871 edition: “At a meeting of the board of the managers of St. Paul’s hospital, it was adopted in the by-laws that every patient able to do so should pay $6 a week for board, with the physician’s charges, but no patient, if unable to pay, should be excluded from the wards. *** A friend sent me some good one liners: Why do people order “double cheeseburgers, large fries” and a “diet” coke? Why don’t you ever see the headline “Psychic Wins Lottery.” hy if flying is so safe, do they call the airport the “terminals”?
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Area mayors hope state will loosen COVID restrictions on business BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Despite state and local data showing COVID-19 case numbers, hospitalizations, and deaths declining continuously since early December, front range businesses continue to be blocked from reopening at more than 25% capacity by the state. The impact on the economy can be seen in a 2-point increase in unemployment statewide to 8.4% in December, up from 6.4% in November. COVID-19 capacity restrictions for businesses in Colorado are based on the CDPHE color chart, comprised of six color levels--green, blue, yellow, orange, red, and purple. Purple is the most restrictive level and green is the least. The color level for each county is determined by CDPHE from three metrics: 1) the two-week incidence of new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population; 2) the percentage of COVID-19 tests in the county that produce a positive result; 3) whether the number of hospitalizations in the county are increasing, stable, or declining. On December 30, even though the use of those three metrics resulted in all front range (and many other) counties being at the red level, Governor Polis announced that he was moving all level red counties to level orange, regardless of the metrics, because, he said,
“the state has been in a sustained decline (for COVID-19) for 13 days, and only 73% of ICU beds statewide are in use. This is a direct result of Coloradans stepping up and taking the steps to protect themselves and others.” Governor Polis’ decision was music to the ears of Colorado restaurants and gyms. At level red, indoor dining was prohibited. At level orange, restaurants could operate at 25% capacity indoors, up to 50 people. For gyms, it meant they could move from 10% capacity or 10 people indoors, up to 25% capacity or 50 people indoors. For counties to move from level orange to level yellow, where restaurants and gyms could double their capacity to 50%, CDPHE’s policy is, “Counties need to meet and sustain all three metrics for two weeks” at level orange. Upon reviewing current CDPHE data for front range counties Denver, Arapahoe, Douglas, Adams, and Jefferson. The Villager noted that all six counties were well below level
orange, and actually operating at level yellow, for two out of the three metrics. ut all five counties were stuck at level red for one of the metrics, the number of new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population. That appears to be what is keeping businesses from being able to serve more in-person customers. We wanted to know how that particular metric (see illustration below) was derived, to try to understand why it seemed to produce a different result than the other two metrics in all five front range counties. After four attempts to get an answer to the question, “What is the scientific or other basis for the COVID-19 case numbers that are used in the color levels (e.g., 175-350 per 100,000 population for Level Orange) as one of the three metrics to determine the percentage of capacity at which businesses in a county are permitted to operate?”, CDPHE told us: “Experts at the state reviewed frameworks from around the country that were developed by scientists and analyzed the epidemiological data that we had collected here in Colorado, and from there came up with a framework (which included the metrics mentioned below). That framework we then stakeholded with epidemiologists and public health experts to develop appropriate ranges for each level to make life as sustainable as possi-
ble, while ensuring we do not surpass our public health and health care capacities.” The Villager asked local mayors what they thought about this situation. Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman said, “I think the Governor was wise to ignore the metric system and go ahead and move us to level Orange when, according to the CDPHE, we should have stayed in Level Red. This goes back to his original reason for having restrictions in the first place when he said the reason for the restrictions was so that our health care system would not be overwhelmed with critical COVID cases. Now that the number of hospitalized COVID cases has receded, the restrictions should continue to be lifted accordingly, irrespective of the metrics.” Greenwood Village Mayor George Lantz told us, ““Throughout the COVID pandemic, Greenwood Village has followed the guidelines set out by CDPHE and Tri-County Health Department. According to CDPHE, our healthcare Continued on page 10
Summit Aims to Inspire Teens to Innovate BY JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT-ROCKY MOUNTAIN
Teens interested in running their own business someday will have the opportunity to interact with two of Colorado’s most influential business leaders and two Gen Z entrepreneurs through the Colorado Business Hall of Fame Summit, a virtual Q&A produced by Junior Achievement Rocky Mountain, the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, and Techstars. Since 1990, JA and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce have honored Colorado business leaders through the Colorado Business Hall of Fame. Laureates are part of a league of outstanding individuals who have experienced a lifetime of business success and have set powerful examples for others to follow. During the Summit, two past inductees will be answering questions from teens interested in entrepreneurship: • Jim Johnson is president & CEO of G.E. Johnson, which was founded by Jim’s father, Gil. Through the years, G.E. Johnson has either built, expanded or renovated all or portions of some of the highest profile structures in Colorado Springs, including The Broadmoor, World Arena, Pikes Peak Center, Pikes Peak Community College, Fountain Valley School, Air Force Academy, Penrose Hospital and El Paso County Justice Center. • Larry Kendall is a founding partner of the Fort-Collins-based real estate firm, The Group, Inc. Additionally, he is co-creator of the Ninja Selling System, used by more than 80,000 real estate and other sales professionals worldwide. His book, Ninja Selling: Subtle Skills. Big Results. was an Amazon best seller and number one new release in its first week. They will be joined by two Gen Z entrepreneurs from Colorado who are poised to make a big impact. • David Potter is CEO & co-founder of Curu, a company setting out to make financial products more accessible to underrepresented applicants by creating a more inclusive credit system. The inspiration for his company came when he and his roommate kept getting rejected from student apartment complexes because they did not have established credit. • Alana Vaughn Phillips is co-founder & chief development officer of BobaVida, the first and only producer of popping boba in the Americas using healthy, clean, and responsibly sourced ingredients. She is also head of strategic partnerships at Go! Running Tours, which provides guided running tours in cities all over the world. “During this virtual time in our lives, a new partnership with the company Techstars is giving us a way to share with teens the legendary stories of Hall of Fame inductees as well as entrepreneurs who were in these students’ shoes not long ago,” says JA President and CEO Robin Wise. “We think this event will fuel their desire to innovate and give them optimism for the future.” The Colorado Business Hall of Fame Summit is being moderated by Denver7 Morning News Anchor Brian Sanders. Teens and adults who are interested in joining the February 9 Summit can register at www.jacolorado.org/e-summit. The event will also be available for streaming on the Denver 7 app, which can be found across all popular streaming devices, including Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire and Android TV, beginning February 16. Registration is free thanks to the support of education sponsor UMB Bank.
From top: Colorado Business Hall of Fame laureates Jim Johnson and Larry Kendall, Gen Z panelists David Potter and Alana Vaughn Phillips, and Summit emcee Denver 7’s Brian Sanders.
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As the COVID-19 pandemic interrupted our lives and our economy just over a year ago, a top priority of government at all levels was to get the CARES Act money passed by the Congress into the bank accounts of local businesses who desperately needed it as they struggled to stay afloat while their customers stayed home. Greenwood Village is home to 2,700 businesses inside its eight square miles. Grants totaling $6,146,787 were awarded between July and December 2020 to 5 ualified individual small businesses on a first come, first serve basis. Funds were available for needed protective equipment, new construction to ensure safe distancing and adequate ventilation, as well as other costs incurred because of the pandemic. ualified small businesses were also permitted to recoup revenue losses due to being required to be fully or partially closed. The largest individual grants awarded by GV were to ten businesses and ranged from $49,327 to $49,500. Recipients in that top tier included Club Greenwood, two senior living facilities (Inn at Greenwood Village and Brookdale Greenwood Village), Studio Urban Wax DTC, and six restaurants, Spice Trade Brewery and Kitchen, Teriyaki Madness, Sportsbook Bar & Grill, Volcano Asian Cuisine, Benedict’s, and Jing. The “ice-hedrons” constructed by Spice Trade Brewing Company with their CARES money for patrons to use so they could keep warm while eating outside in cold temperatures were featured on the front page of the December 17th issue of The Villager. The smallest grant GV issued was for $985 and the average grant was for $24,011.
Of the 256 businesses that received grants, 75 were in the food and dining category, 61 were in the personal care and services group, and 37 were classified as health and medicine. The remaining 83 recipients comprised ten different categories, including retail, construction, education, and entertainment. The city received notes from many business owners expressing their sincere gratitude. John Kirrane of United Custom Taylors, a business that received $29,500, wrote to the city to say, “The grant money we have received has without doubt helped to keep our business of 23 plus years afloat.” Dwight and Susan Lawson, owners of Jabo’s ar- e- , ualified for $29,500 in grant funds. They told The Villager, “When COVID restrictions hit, it cut our revenue by minimum 70% and this was only amplified when the restrictions were placed on indoor dining…. Not only has Greenwood Village been most accommodating when we had concerns through those years, but we have had personal visits from staff members just to see how we were doing during this difficult time, and also to make sure we were going to apply for the grants….”. Selina Jimenez, whose Culinary Revolution Bakeshop ualified for ,715 in grant money, wrote to The Villager, “ My bakery employs eight people including myself; the CARES grants that we received have helped to keep everyone on staff and fully paid despite the downturn in business. By supporting our payroll, the grants also helped us to stay current with all our vendors; in turn supporting their businesses with vital cashflow. As interconnected as the small business community is, this financial aid has been absolutely instrumental to eeping us all afloat.” Sandy Nguyen from Sky
Nails and Spa told The Villager, “we are much sincerely appreciated with the CARE Act Grant from Greenwood village we received is meant so much to us especially during the pandemic every individual of us has to face it through the hard time...Without the CARE Act Grant we don’t know we can able to have our door open and continue to operate our business.” Angie, Loann, and Randy from MilkIt Ice Cream, that received a grant of $17,084, told GV staff, “We can’t thank you enough for all the help your city has given our business, this really helps us stay open, pay our rent and employees. When the Pandemic hit, we were so worried everything we worked hard would go down the drain and totally close our business, we didn’t expect that there are grants, we were so thankful and overwhelmed with joy when help came our way.” Mario Reid, general manager of Mangia Bevi Café, that received a grant of $30,089, wrote to the city, “As we are a small portion of the Greenwood Village business group, our industry particularly has had our challenges and some successes through these times. We are fortunate to be partnered with our city and their generosity, understanding and support… Your support through the Cares Act funds enabled us to keep our doors open, some vital staff employed and of course our customer base fed.” GV Mayor George Lantz told The Villager, “We are happy we were able to help our local businesses with CARES Act Grants. These businesses are critically important and we are thankful they reside in the Village. Their continuing struggles are a daily concern. We are proud of each of them for their strength, courage and willingness to adapt and create new ways to serve their customers. We have been told the CARES money helped in this journey and we are pleased we were able to partner with them. “ “ Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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Panel of judges from 2019 – James Knapp, Scottie Iverson, Peggy Keller and Robert Nardozza surround Ms. Colorado Senior Lori Adams whose talent was standup comedy
The pageant is scheduled for May 22, 2021 at the PACE Theatre in Parker, Colorado. This annual production is held to celebrate the fact that women’s beauty, talent and charisma do not diminish with physical age and, instead that women have reached the “Age of Elegance.” This is not a beauty contest per se, but rather an opportunity to recognize women who are vibrant, poised, talented, and personable well into their mature years. During the pageant, contestants will be scored by a panel of judges using the criteria of a private interview, an evening gown competition - displaying poise and elegance, a statement that conveys the contestant’s “phi-
Colorado State Pageant Administrator René Green with 2019 winner Lori Adams and the late Gayle Novak who was Ms. Colorado Senior 2018 (and captured the title of Ms. Senior America 2018 a few months later), at the annual Queen’s Tea
Potential contestants welcome to apply now! COVID cancelled pageantry in 2020, but the Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant, established in 1993, will go on in 2021 according to Colorado State Pageant Administrator extraordinaire René Green. “The pageant may have a new look and new feel this year due to COVID, Only time will tell us all in which direction we can go, however, we are senior ladies and we can still do this and be safe,” said Green. “It will help us all build a new connection to new friends and have fun!”
Ms. Colorado Senior Pageant to be produced whether in-person or virtual
The last pageant was in 2019 – 2nd Runner-Up Marla Downer, newly crowned Queen Lori and 1st Runner-Up PJ Anderson Photos by Scottie Taylor Iverson
losophy of life,” and a talent presentation demonstrating giftedness and accomplishments. Contestants must be 60 years of age or older to apply and space is limited. The winner of the pageant will be
crowned Ms. Colorado Senior 2021 and will perform at special events and showcases, make personal appearances and compete in the Ms. Senior America Pageant scheduled for October 2021. Nominate yourself or
someone you know who ualifies. Visit the club’s website: www.coloradosr america.com for information and application materials. For additional questions: René Green at 720-384-6249 or renemcsap@gmail.com.
District Attorney Kellner featured at Douglas County Republican Women’s meeting
Douglas County Republican Women (DCRW) are still conducting monthly meetings via Zoom and hosting featured speakers. Douglas County, as well as Arapahoe, Elbert and Lincoln, is in the 18th Judicial District of which John Kellner was elected District Attorney. (Serving over 1.1 million Coloradans – one in five residents calling District 18 home.) Upholding the rule of law is what his campaign was all about. And, about sweating the time after the election for his officially being declared the winner, he said: “It was worth it!” The CU grad began his career in the Marine Corps after 9/11, served as a judge advocate, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney and deployed to Afghanistan. For the last decade, he
DA John Kellner 18th Judicial District
has sought justice as a state prosecutor in Colorado, first with Boulder County and the last eight years in the 18th Ju-
dicial District. He started the Cold Case Unit in the 18th and was recognized as Prosecutor of the Year for the entire state of Colorado and as part of MADD’s Prosecution Team of the Year. He has prosecuted more than a dozen murder cases and nearly every other type of case in the 18th. Kellner co-founded the Veteran Treatment Court and is a member of the steering committee for the 18th JD Problem-Solving Courts. What the DA reported at the meeting was that robbery was up 0 . Specifically to Douglas County, the trend is aggravated vehicle theft – perpetrated largely by people from outside of the county. There has been a 51% increase as of November 2020,
emphasizing it’s often for what’s inside the vehicle – mail, sunglasses and phones. 70% of these vehicles are then used for another crime and ditched after three days. Policing has been less pro-active and there are plenty of repeat offenders. Car theft might only result in a ticket. Jails have clamped down because of COVID and there’s been a slow down of sentences to prison. Plus, there’s the criminal element from outside the jurisdiction and some jails not admitting Class 5 felonies. Probation and pre-trial monitoring services are reduced. All these are a recipe for bad public safety. Property damage is up 16% and burglaries are up 56% (distinguished from robbery where property is taken by force).
The pandemic may have exacerbated gang activities and more guns on the street. He feels theft will decrease after COVID is under control. His focus now is on the ambitious and broad Anti Violence Task Force to target criminals. DCRW President Barbara Piper reminded attendees that the National Federation of Republican Women Convention will be held March 4-6 in Alexandria, Virginia. She closed with “Be good to each because it’s the right thing to do.”
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Cherry Creek Schools Superintendent announces unexpected retirement
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ign up for theBYCherry Creek Schools Community FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL Newsletter and get breaking news and regular REPORTER pdates via email. On January 22, Cherry Creek ubscribe at District www.cherrycreekschools.org. School Superintendent Scott Siegfried announced that he has decided to retire at the end of the school year in May. In a statement to the Cherry Creek Schools Community, Siegfried said, “ t is difficult to find the words to truly convey how grateful and inspired I am by the fortitude and resilience that our Cherry Creek Schools community has modeled throughout this pandemic. This has been a heavy year, marked by tragedy and unimaginable challenges, but also by acts of courage and a collective determination to rise to this moment.” He continued, “This year has also provided all of us with an opportunity to be reflective and examine priorities. Over the Thanksgiving and winter holidays, I took the time to do just that – to reflect with my family about my goals and priorities. As we contemplated the right moves for our family – my wife, Laura, and our two graduating kids – I concluded that this is the time for
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CCSD Superintendent Scott Siegfried decided that three years was enough after the year that this has been. Photo courtesy of Cherry Creek Schools.
history of Cherry Creek Schools, we have forged a strong tradition of success due to this continuity in leadership. I will always care deeply for this organization. I am thankful for everything it has given me and I am also excited for a new chapter in my life.” A statement from the CCSD
“I feel extraordinarily grateful for my time with Cherry Creek Schools and am thankful for all the relationships and the success we have achieved for our students. I also believe we are on an incredible trajectory and have the right strategies and a strong leadership team in place to move the organization forward as we come out of this unprecedented time in history.“ – CCSD Superintendent Scott Siegfried
me to retire.” He closed his statement with, “I feel extraordinarily grateful for my time with Cherry Creek Schools and am thankful for all the relationships and the success we have achieved for our students. I also believe we are on an incredible trajectory and have the right strategies and a strong leadership team in place to move the organization forward as we come out of this unprecedented time in history. Over the 70-year
board of education in response to Siegfried’s retirement announcement said, “Over three decades of service to the Cherry Creek School District, Dr. Scott Siegfried has demonstrated a deep and total commitment to doing what is best for all students. This year of unprecedented challenge has been no different. We are grateful for Dr. Siegfried’s courageous leadership and tireless
District joins Denver Public Schools, Douglas County School District, and Jeffco Public Schools, the four largest districts in Colorado, together comprised of over 300,000 students, in the search for a new superintendent.
“This year has also provided all of us with an opportunity to be reflective and examine priorities. Over the Thanksgiving and winter holidays, I took the time to do just that – to reflect with my family about my goals and priorities. As we contemplated the right moves for our family – my wife, Laura, and our two graduating kids – I concluded that this is the time for me to retire.” – CCSD Superintendent Scott Siegfried
In a recent article in the Denver Post, Dan Domenech, executive director of the American Association of School Administrators, was quoted as saying, ““There is no doubt about it that there has been a significant rise in the number of superintendents that are retiring, resigning or just leaving their post. And that’s without doubt due to the pandemic and the tremendous pressure that they’re working under. It’s a tough job.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
dedication during this pandemic. While we wish that he could stay on in the role to continue leading our district, we also honor and respect his decision to prioritize his family and retire at the end of this school year. CCSD will continue its focus on providing high-quality In-Person and Online learning for 55,000 students while prioritizing both the physical and psychological health of our students and staff. We believe the district is heading in the right direction and want to continue on the current trajectory as we pursue equitable outcomes for each and every student. The Board of Education will immediately begin to develop a fair and informed process for selecting the next superintendent to continue Cherry Creek Schools’ tradition of excellence.” It was signed by all five members of the CCSD board of education, President
Karen Fisher, Vice-President Kelly Bates, Treasurer Anne Egan, Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Angela Garland, and Secretary Janice McDonald. Siegfried was named CCSD superintendent by the school board on March 23, 2018 and has served in the position since the beginning of 2018-19 school year. With Siegfried’s departure, Cherry Creek School
The Villager applaudes Dr. Siegfried
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OPINION Cherry Creek School District is losing a first-rate superintendent BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER Before I became a journalist at The Villager, my husband and raised five ids who went through Cherry Cree Schools from indergarten to graduation. have nown do ens of teachers and administrators there, most of whom were very good at what they did. ut Superintendent Dr. Scott Siegfried was one of the best ever met. So was sad and disappointed to learn that he had decided it was time to move on in just his third year on the job after 25 years as a teacher and administrator. ut would be lying if said was shoc ed. Covering Cherry Cree School oard meetings this past year, have seen and heard parents and other community members say things to this superintendent and the volunteer school board that made me wonder why anyone would want these obs. hat made it worse was see-
ing how hard Superintendent Siegfried and his staff wor ed during this past year to provide the best possible education for Cherry Cree students in near-impossible circumstances. They spent countless days and
planned for every possible circumstance of students, teachers, and staff possibly getting COV D or being in contact with someone who did. They wor ed with the state, with health officials, and with other
parent at all times. Of course, they had no control over the virus or the constantly changing rules under which they had to operate. n December, after the governor said that there would
lose an athletic scholarship, adding, “Substance and child abuse are going up.” At the January school board meeting, as students were getting ready to return to in-person learning, the superintendent announced that he was going to return to the classroom to be a substitute teacher himself. The first parent who spo e at that meeting complained that, “The leaders
“Covering Cherry Creek School Board meetings this past year, I have seen and heard parents and other community members say things to this superintendent and the volunteer school board that made me wonder why anyone would want these jobs. What made it worse was seeing how hard Superintendent Siegfried and his staff worked during this past year to provide the best possible education for Cherry Creek students in near-impossible circumstances.” – Freda Miklin hours all summer long in meeting after meeting to come up with a way to get students into classrooms as much as possible and to give them a high- uality education, whether it was in-person or virtual. They
school districts to come up with every possible alternative to deal with the unpredictable circumstances in which they might find themselves as the school year proceeded. They made every effort to be trans-
Standing: Zach Miklin, 24, Freda Miklin, Dr. Jerry Miklin in back, Dr. Danny Miklin, 28, Jason Miklin, 24. Sitting: Brandi the standard poodle, Becky Miklin, 24, Alex Miklin, 31 with Nila the corgi. All the Miklin children attended Cherry Creek Schools from kindergarten through 12th grade. Photo by Nathan Lipsky
be some overlap between the 1A and 1 groups for getting vaccinated and Centura Health offered to get school personnel vaccinated because they were in 1 , Siegfried was hopeful he might be able to get all the students bac in school sometime during the spring semester. Thin ing of others, as he always did, he reached out to other school districts and got Centura to agree to include them, too. Then the governor reversed course and said that all school personnel other than nurses had to wait until at least March 1 to get vaccinated. That illed any realistic possibility of getting everyone bac into classrooms during this school year. Then there were the people who came to the school board meetings to spea . n November, when COV D-19 case numbers were rising so fast in the community that Cherry Cree School District had no choice but to switch to all-remote learning, several parents came to the school board meeting and complained that their children were e periencing loneliness, isolation, emotional outbursts, sleep interruption, and even bedwetting because they were not able to go to school. Multiple parents challenged the decision, which Siegfried e plained was unavoidable. Still, one parent said, “Cherry Cree School District is denying my children the right to come to school!” Another complained about her children being depressed and the possibility that one might
of this district are silent about white supremacism. t is well beyond time for you to spea up and ta e action about what happened in ashington D.C. on January .” Another e pressed concern about the new variant of the coronavirus and said, “ t is ine cusable that we are going bac to in-person learning. Dr. Siegfried hasn’t ac nowledged the new variant.” Another parent who was also a teacher stood up to say that not all the members of the local teachers’ union “agreed with the decision to return to in-person learning.” hen her turn came to spea at the meeting, the school board president felt the need to gently as those who sent written communications to board members to please consider using a respectful tone. I listened to the entire board meeting and too notes, planning to write an article about the meeting for this newspaper. hen it was finished, ust filed my notes away instead. didn’t thin it would benefit anyone to share what had heard. It has been a terrible year in more ways than most of us want to count. The learning that has been lost to so many children is heartbrea ing, but ids are smart and resilient. They will grow up and get things figured out. The Cherry Cree School District will not uic ly find a superintendent of schools as intelligent, thoughtful, talented, hardwor ing, and dedicated as the one it has lost.
for his 25 years of service!
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Loosen restrictions Continued from page 5
system is currently not being overwhelmed. With the trends going in the right direction, I am hopeful CDPHE will review the COVID Dial restrictions and allow our restaurants and gyms to safely increase their capacity.” Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko said, “From what I understand the metrics used to establish the COVID Dial were based on the available data from our earlier experiences with COVID-19. That data was used to assess what our communities/state could safely manage without straining our healthcare systems. Centennial continues to work with Tri County Health and follow the recommendations of the State. I believe the overall goal is the same-that is to slow the spread of the virus so we do not overwhelm our healthcare system and minimize the number of deaths. It is a struggle to balance public health priorities with economic impacts. I hope that CDPHE will continue to review and adjust their recommendations in order to provide the greatest opportunity for our residents to be safe and for our businesses to recover. I am optimistic that our numbers will continue to improve and that Arapahoe County will continue to work towards a position on the Dial that is more beneficial to our businesses and citizens.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
BY LISA J. SHULTZ CULTURAL ARTS CONTRIBUTOR
This is the state color level dial for all Colorado counties.
The History Colorado Center is a museum dedicated to the history of the state of Colorado. It is located at 1200 N Broadway. The museum is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and tickets range from $8-14 with reservations required in advance online at historycolorado.org. Masks are required. There are four floors of e hibits to e plore. One can learn about American Indian Tribes of Colorado, wildlife such as elk, beers of Colorado, mining, the ski industry, and much more. Denver A to Z shows fun displays such as Barrel Man and other Denver icons. Denver Bronco football fans remember the “Barrel Man” Tim McKernan (1940-2009) because he wore his barrel, boots, and cowboy hat (and nothing else) to Bronco games for 30 years. He loved to get the fans excited saying, “The more I get the fans into it, the better the team plays.” ou will also find the Civil ar Monument (right), which memorialized Colorado’s role in the Civil War. It had been in front of the Colorado State Capitol, but it was toppled in June 2020 during the summer protests. Displays around the soldier provide multiple views and perspectives of what the monument means for contemplation and discussion. There are plenty of photo opportunities such as standing next to a large “Welcome to Colorful Colorado” sign. The museum makes learning about Colorado fun for all ages. Lisa J. Shultz is a Denver native and loves the Mile High City. She encourages exploration of the city’s treasures in her book Essential Denver. Find out more about her and her book on her website www.Lisa JShultz.com or call her at 303-881-9338.
This chart from CDPHE shows that Arapahoe County was operating at level yellow on January 22 for two out of three metrics and level red for one. This chart from CDPHE shows that Douglas County was operating at level yellow on January 22 for two out of three metrics and level red for one.
This chart from CDPHE shows that Denver County was operating at level yellow on January 22 for two out of three metrics and level red for one. This chart from CDPHE shows that Adams County was operating at level yellow on January 22 for two out of three metrics and level red for one.
This chart from CDPHE shows that Jefferson County was operating at level yellow on January 22 for two out of three metrics and level red for one.
Lisa hugs a smaller reproduction of Lawrence Argent's big Blue Bear. The large version entitled "I See What You Mean" looks into the Colorado Convention Center on 14th Street. Photos by Lisa Shultz
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LEFT: George Paton made it clear that he “really wanted” the job of general manager of the Denver Broncos. Photo courtesy of the Denver Broncos. BELOW: “Barrel Man” Tim McKernan (1940-2009) wore his barrel, boots, and cowboy hat (and nothing else) to Bronco games for 30 years.
BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
In his introductory virtual press conference on January 19 that drew over 50 reporters, George Paton wanted to make sure that everyone knew that he really wanted this job. He wasn’t unhappy as the assistant general manager of the Minnesota Vikings, the organization at which he had spent 14 years, but he saw the position of GM with the Broncos as a perfect opportunity for his skills and his values. The feeling was mutual. John Elway explained why when he introduced him. Paton “had 25 years in the league. From the beginning, he stood out to us. His reputation in the league is tremendous. He had opportunities to go other places in the league. We are fortunate he chose to come to Denver.” Local sports reporters welcomed Paton warmly. He began by explaining his philosophy. “We’re going to be aggressive but not reckless in player acquisition. Every decision made will be by consensus. We’re going to be progressive, innovative and collaborative. Personnel and coaching staff will work together side by side every day.” Then came the real questions. “What do you think about Drew Locke?” Paton was noncommittal, saying, “I liked Drew coming out of the draft—big arm athletic, play maker…He’s talented and he can develop.” A few minutes later, a reporter tried to ask the same question differently. After noting the success the Broncos had had with Peyton Manning, he asked, “How essential is the quarterback?” Paton answered, “The quarterback is the most important position in sports, but that
“We’re going to be aggressive but not reckless in player acquisition. Every decision made will be by consensus. We’re going to be progressive, innovative and collaborative. Personnel and coaching staff will work together side by side every day.” – George Paton doesn’t mean the defense isn’t important.” Asked if his vision aligns with John Elway’s and Head Coach Vic Fangio and if he was planning to build a team that could beat division leader Kansas City, Paton said, “We all believe in drafting and developing, and that’s the best way to build your football team. We know how good Kansas City is (this was before they advanced to this year’s Super Bowl) and other teams, but you need to build your team from within.” The question followed, “When do you start evaluating (linebacker) Von Miller and (safety) Justin Simmons?” Paton stayed true to the philosophy he had described, answering, “When I start meeting with the
coaches, develop needs, and how we will fill them with the draft and free agency.” Looking at the future, the new general manager said about his team, “I think they (he wasn’t yet used to referring to the Broncos as “we”) have some good young players that they can build around. It’s a young team with a healthy salary cap position. I think the pieces they have in place give them a lot of reasons to be optimistic.” When Paton was asked how difficult it would be to take over this year with no scouting combine and all the COVID protocols, he gave the logical answer, “ t’s a level playing field 31 teams have to determine how we’re going to separate ourselves from those.” Later, he added, about free agency and other possible player acquisitions, “We’re going to look at every situation, every deal, and if its right for the Denver Broncos we will make that move.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
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THE LAW
BY DONALD PETERSON Dear Readers,
What should you know before completing a deed to transfer real property?
If you want to transfer your interest in real property, you must do so in writing. The document used to transfer your interest is called a deed. Colorado recognizes various types of deeds, including: • General Warranty Deeds; • Special Warranty Deeds; • Bargain and Sale Deeds; • Quit Claim Deeds; • Personal Representative’s Deeds; • Conservator’s Deeds; • Trustee’s Deeds; • eneficiary Deeds and • Sheriff’s Deeds. You must give the deed to the person receiving the property. A deed will not be effective if you merely fill it out, sign it, and eep it in a des drawer or other place
for safe eeping. ou must complete the deed properly and sign it in front of a notary public. You must give the deed to the person you want to receive the property, or you may record the deed in the Cler and Recorder’s Office in the country where the property is located. Once you give your property to someone else, it becomes theirs, and you cannot ta e it bac . Here are a few practical matters you should now about completing a deed: • The property legally must be described by lot and bloc numbers, if it is located in a subdivision; • It must be described by metes and bounds, or a sectional description, if not in a subdivision. A tax lot number or street address is not enough; • The deed must state what was given, or paid, called consideration, for the property. If the property is a gift, the deed can state that the consideration is love and affection; • Never sign a deed someone else has prepared for you, unless you now and understand its meaning and the results; • Once a deed has been received or delivered, it must be recorded with the county Cler and Recorder where the property is located;
Staying safer at home at RiverPointe Senior Living SUBMITTED BY KRIS CLARK, RESIDENT SERVICES ASSISTANT
January at RiverPointe brings residents a mystery. It is a murder mystery, complete with suspect descriptions, clues and all the
things one may need to figure out “Whodunnit”. Because of our Covid-19 restrictions, activities are limited to things to do in one’s apartment. Mystery solving falls into that category, as does playing a Bingo game that requires one to
Healing and hope for a divided nation The nation is divided. This breaks my heart. I t is not just about racism, social injustice, li e r talit r li g crime, punishment, addictions, homelessness, violence, ri ti g i e i e alit it is also about the la i tegrit a character. Honesty, a ta ilit e al treatment under the la i i g heati g rr ti a the “ ends justify the means” mindset is poison to our culture. Whatever happened to authenticity, transparency, character, behavioral restraint, impulse tr l el -g er a e a irt e hat a t treati g others, even those with whom e i agree ith ig it a respect? How is it that the ri h are getti g ri her a the r are t i a ge erational cycle of poverty? What can we do to help and be the ha ge e ee hat a
we do as a nation to ensure that we are a country populated by individuals whose word is their bond, who speak the truth, say what they mean and mean what they say? I t starts with each of us. We cannot have the unity we seek unless we are kind to one another, listen with our whole heart to what ther are a i g and know that there is more that unites us than divides us. I t tart ith erati ali i g a i e ath i tegrity, respect, service to others, and other noble character traits. These are just empty platitudes if we do not put these concepts into action. e ight ha e t e re i ed, on occasion, what these concepts look like just like we have been reminded on how to wash our hands. We
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Know the legal difference and results between ta ing ownership as joint tenants, versus tenants-in-common. If joint ownership is desired, the deed must state that the ownership is “as joint tenants” or “in joint ownership”; otherwise the legal effect of excluding this mandatory language, is that the ownership is ta en as tenants-in-common, which has a significantly different effect on the transfer of ownership upon the death of one tenant-in-common owner, as compared with ownership in joint tenancy; • All deeds, mortgages, contracts and other writings concerning ownership interests in real property should be recorded. It is always best to consult with an experienced real estate or estate planning attorney regarding the best type of deed to meet your goals, as well as the proper way to complete and record the deed.
What are the four key medical/ estate plan documents you need now?
Many of my clients have as ed what are the critical documents needed, particularly in view of the COV D-19 pandemic. Simply being married does not give you the legal right
write a card to a friend, to ta e a wal outside or to do many other spirit-lifting activities, in order to put a mar er on a space on their Bingo card. Games such as these and regular deliveries of beverages and treats has made staying safer at home bearable. Resident Berta says, “You have done wonderfully with the hot cocoa days, wine days (etc.). You decorated so beautifully at Christmas, and now for the Stoc Show. t’s really nice.” This year, more than in others, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day gives the opportunity to open the conversation about culture diversity. At RiverPointe, in observance of the holiday, the Resident Services Department Director Ashley Simmons has invited the community residents to share their family traditions, recipes and unique characteristics about the culture they grew up in. Most of the residents are of western European descent, but even within this limited geographical designation, a variety of specific traditions, food preparations, celebrations, etc., are observed. The intent of this activity is that by recognizing that one’s culture experience is unique and different from a neighbor’s, will ma e a person more accepting of other people and their bac grounds, and assign value to every person and their traditions. Denver may not be able to put on the National estern Stoc Show as usual this year, but RiverPointe has decorated for it, just the same. By pulling together, from residents and staff, characteristic
to gain access to your spouse’s medical records or ma e medical decisions on your spouse’s behalf, even in an emergency. To avoid this problem and to help others care for you and to achieve your overall estate planning goals, the following documents create an effective medical/estate plan pac age 1. Healthcare Power of Attorney; 2. General Financial Power of Attorney; 3. Advanced Directive for Medical/Surgical Treatment (“Living Will”); and 4. Will (or a Will with a Trust). Careful medical/estate planning should include preparation and signing of these documents, to accomplish your goals and protect you, both during your lifetime, and at the time of passing. The Power of Attorney documents allow you to designate those agents whom you authorize
to help you on your behalf during your lifetime, and the Will/Trust documents allow you to nominate others to help with your estate after your passing, as well as to identify the beneficiaries and the distributions to them, to accomplish your estate planning goals. Selected information in this column has been ta en with permission by Continuing Legal Education in Colorado, Inc., from the Colorado Senior Law Handbook, 2020 Edition (Chapter 15 state Planning ills, Trusts and Your Property, Clara Brown Shaffer, Esq.), which is a copyrighted publication and may be accessed and downloaded for free at: www.cobar.org/For-thePublic Senior- aw-Handboo . As a courtesy, there is no charge for my initial consultation with clients. I have served seniors and their families for over 44 years regarding their medical and estate planning needs.
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western art, photos of stoc show livestoc , a real bison hide, and even a fully equipped saddle, people are reminded of the future return of this well-loved Colorado landmar tradition. The real blessing in “redesigning” the Activities Program at RiverPointe this way, is that our residents are embracing the new
ideas, cooperating with the necessary restrictions, and even offering additional ideas for enhancing the Safer at Home lifestyle. Nonetheless, all of these specially designed projects and activities are seen through eyes of hope for the day when getting together for events and games and even dining will be safe for all.
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Acupuncture: Does it work and is it covered by Medicare?
Dear L ooking, Many studies over the years – funded by the National I nstitutes of Health – have found acupuncture to be very effective in easing pain and can help with a variety of other ailments too. Here’ s what you should know.
Acupuncture Treatment
First used in China more than 2 ,0 0 0 years ago, acupuncture has become increasingly popular in the U nited States over the past decade. While acupuncture isn’ t a cure-all treatment, it is a safe, drug-free option for relieving many different types of pain
hormones. I t’ s also shown to inincluding low back pain, neck crease blood circulation, decrease pain, osteoarthritis, migraine hea a he r algia t - i a ati a ti late the immune system. erative pain, tennis elbow, carpel tunnel syndrome, dental pain and more. Studies have also shown What to Expect that it can be helpful in During acupuncture, treating asthma, deprespractitioners stimulate sion, digestive disorders, ei i t the menopause symptoms body by inserting thin li e h t a he a a needles through the skin. sea caused by chemoThe needles are solid, therapy or anesthesia. sterile and disposable E xactly how or why (used only once), and as acupuncture works isn’ t BY JIM MILLER thin as a cat’ s whisker. fully understood, but it’ s The number of neebased on the traditional E astern dles used for each treatment can the r that ital e erg vary anywhere from a few, up through pathways in the body, to a dozen or more. And where and when any of these pathways the needles are actually stuck get blocked, pain and illness redepends on the condition being sult. Acupuncture unblocks the treated, but they are typically pathways to restore health. inserted about one-quarter to However, today most West1 -inch deep and are left in place ern practitioners believe that for about 2 0 minutes. After placeacupuncture works because it ment, the needles are sometimes stimulates the nerves causing twirled or manipulated, or stimuthe release of endorphins, which lated with electricity or heat. are the body’ s natural painkiller Y ou may feel a brief, sharp
SAVVYSENIOR
Dear Savvy Senior, Is acupuncture a viable treatment for pain and is it covered by Medicare? Since the pandemic hit, I have a lot of lower back and neck pain and am wondering if it’s worth trying. What can you tell me? Looking for Solutions
sensation when the needle is inserted, but generally it’ s not painful. Once the needle is in place, however, you may feel a tingling sensation, numbness, mild pressure or warmth. How many treatments you’ ll need will depend on the severity of your condition – 1 2 treatments done weekly or biweekly is very common. I t’ s also important to know that acupuncture can be used in conjunction with other conventional medical treatments, or by itself.
Cost and Coverage
The cost per treatment typically runs anywhere from $ 4 0 to $ 1 5 0 , depending on where you are in the country and what style of treatment you are receiving. Today, an increasing number of private insurance plans, including some Medicare Advantage plans, and policies provided by employers offer some type of acupuncture coverage. Y ou’ ll also be happy to know
Senior patients praise Dr. Farah Khan, CEO Millennium Park Medical Associates BY SCOTTIE TAYLOR IVERSON
When choosing a primary care physician, your advocate, point person, your quarterback – at a time when critical healthcare has never been so important in your lifetime – what do you look for? According to many seniors, you look for someone smart – even brilliant - and caring and compassionate. Someone who takes time to listen, assess and create a
custom healthcare plan with you as a partner. Dr. Farah Khan receives exceptional reviews from her patients including Kathleen and Karl Euler of Castle Pines who moved to Colorado to be near their children. Kathleen explained that they had been patients of the renowned Mayo Clinic for 27 years enjoying superior care. After seeing nu-
merous doctors here and being disappointed, they heard about Dr. Khan from others in the healthcare industry. Karl was so impressed with Dr. Khan that he had his records transferred to her office. Then his wife athleen did the same, as well as their daughter (and a co-worker) and their granddaughter. “We feel comforted that Dr. Kahn replicated that same
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that last J anuary (2 0 2 0 ), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced that original Medicare will now cover up to 1 2 acupuncture sessions in 9 0 days for patients with chronic lower back pain. E ight additional sessions can be added if patients show improvement. But in order to receive Medicare coverage, you must use a licensed acupuncturist who is supervised by a medical doctor, physician assistant or nurse practitioner trained in acupuncture, who will need to process the acupuncture claim. Currently, licensed acupuncturists can’ t directly bill Medicare. T a a t ri t i r area ask your doctor for a referral, or you can do a search online. Two good resources are the National erti ati i i r puncture and Oriental Medicine (nccaom.org), and the American Academy of Medical Acupuncturists (medicalacupuncture.org), which offers a directory of MDs a h are erti e t ra tice acupuncture.
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First round of vaccinations administered at Cherry Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Arapahoe County Commission Chair Nancy Jackson sets 2021 agenda BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Modena Cherry Creek to be 100% compliant with vaccines by Feb. 18 Modena Cherry Creek recently opened our community a little over 2 months ago and have been met with a great response from our residents and their family members! The ever-changing landscape of this pandemic can be extremely tough to navigate and Modena Cherry Creek is excited to introduce best in class technology that will give your potential residents and their family members the peace of mind knowing we are taking the needed steps to ensure we are mitigating potential virus exposure. Our community is taking all the necessary steps to ensure that we have the safest environment for your loved one. Modena Cherry Creek was very excited to have their first vaccination clinic in early January and is mandating all team members and residents receive vaccinations. At the conclusion of our vaccination clinic on Feb. 18 we will have 100% compliance with vaccinations
within the community. Hospitality innovation and crossover is also a large concentration for what our corporate office had in mind when they put our service model together. Modena Cherry Cree is confident that this will raise the bar from both a food and beverage and front of the house service touchpoint experience! Modena Cherry Creek will be able to speak to any resident’s, or families that are looking for a heightened “foodie” or “resort” experience with their potential move. Please reach out directly to Modena Cherry Creek to learn about a great $10,000 rental promotion in place that can assist with making the move as easy as possible. Call 720-405-0500 and ask for Modena Cherry Creek’s Community Development department to learn more. We look forward to the potential of welcoming you to Modena Cherry Creek!
On January 11, at the swearing-in ceremony for the three Arapahoe County commissioners elected this past November, 2021 Commission Chair Nancy Jackson talked about how “the agility and collaborative spirit that the county has shown in dealing with COVID will continue to serve us well as we move into the vaccination phase of this virus and while support-
ing the recovery of our local businesses.” She pointed to the importance of the county’s network of open spaces and trails to residents during the pandemic, noting that “we will be talking with our residents over the next year about renewing the 0.25% county sales tax to ensure that those county and city assets remain in place.” Jac son listed five important areas that the county commissioners will work on in 2021: 1. Preparing for the new 23rd
judicial district, which will be solely Arapahoe County; it is planned to go into effect in January 2025; 2. Investing in ways to address congestion issues brought on by the county’s rapid growth; 3. Continue to collaborate with others to provide resources and important social and human service programs for those in need; 4. Continue to explore ways to fund aging infrastructure, Continued on page 19
Joneen - Healing and hope for a divided nation Continued on page 15
thought we knew how to do this simple task, but now, with a public health crisis of epic r rti ial have spent millions on commercials outlining how we t r t et r ha a a quarter size amount of soft soap, rub our hands together until a robust lather appears, sing Happy Birthday twice, rinse our hands with water and then dry thoroughly. Maybe we should do this step-by-step instruction with character and relationship skills. Another thing we can do is look at the data about how we behave our way to success. We
must ensure equal opportunity for all, but that does not ensure equal outcomes for all. Some choose behavioral paths and do not do life in order which makes it harder to succeed. The research tells us that if we do not want to get caught up in the poverty cycle (in America), we need to follow the te t el ie a success. First graduate from high school, college is a bonus. Then get a skill and a job, then marry before having children. This researched-based success sequence is a pathway to the American Dream and income equality. Non-marital childbearing, father absence, lack of stability
and social supports are risk factors that place children in a position of hardship. The deleterious effects of dads not being in the home and having meaningful interactions with their children is well documented. Can we start with the goal of making sure the next generation are not born into such hardship and have equal opportunity in education and upward mobility? Operationalizing kindness, honesty, authenticity, character, and virtue, following a success sequence, and working together t i rea e h a ri hi g for all will help unite a divided nation. joneen@myrelation shipcenter.org
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Jackson sets 2021agenda Continued from page 18
especially Arapahoe County’s jail and courthouse; 1. Keep executing the county’s 5. master plan for open spaces and transportation. Jackson encouraged residents to participate in ongoing county government, pointing out that the board’s weekly public meetings are streamed on arapahoegov.com. They can also be viewed on video afterwards at any time. The 0 1 Arapahoe County Commission Chair closed by saying, “ our involvement helps us keep on target to achieve our goal of being a diverse and vibrant county where all voices are heard and residents and businesses can thrive.” Arapahoe County commissioners Jeff a er, Carrie arren-Gully, and ill Holen, were sworn in to begin their new four-year terms. a er is serving his second term, arren-Gully is a first-time commissioner, and Holen is serving his third and final term. Nancy Sharpe, outgoing commission chair, welcomed everyone to the virtual ceremony. She noted that while the five commissioners “represent district districts, political parties, and bac ground, we all share the common goal of preserving and enhancing a thriving community.” Ac nowledging the many challenges brought by the COV D-19 pandemic, she pointed to the 11 million in federal
CAR S Act funds that Arapahoe County received, noting that 50 million of that was passed on to cities for local needs. She also shared that the county had issued over 1 million pieces of PPE (personal protective e uipment), funded 15 million in small business grants in the unincorporated areas of the county, and provided $6 million to the nine school districts in Arapahoe County. inally, Sharpe pointed to how the county took care of its most vulnerable residents by providing “food assistance, housing vouchers, rental assistance, and health care programs.” Noting the continuing growth of Arapahoe County, arren-Gully talked about the need to focus on “the strategic plan of our county so we are planning for our future three, five, and ten years from now.” She also tal ed about the importance of “providing easily accessible and affordable mental health support.” Jeff a er than ed friends, supporters, and God for helping with his re-election. ill Holen said, “ t’s been an honor to serve as a disabled Vietnam veteran with and for both Democrats and Republicans. plan to devote a lot of my time to transportation and air pollution .My driving force as an elected official to give a voice to those who don’t have a voice.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
Carrie Warren-Gully, new Arapahoe County commissioner, district one, was accompanied at her swearing-in by her husband Jim and her mother Hannah Warren.
Jeff Baker is beginning his second four-year term as Arapahoe County commissioner, District 3.
Nancy Jackson, Arapahoe County commissioner, District 4, has been elected as 2021 chair of the board.
Bill Holen is starting his third and final term as Arapahoe County commissioner, District 5. BY LISA J. SHULTZ
Photos by Lisa Shultz
What is the Art of the Brick? I made my reservation at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science to find out. I was delightfully surprised about how much I enjoyed the e hibit. t was fun to see the childhood toy of LEGO bricks converted into artistic marvels. The creator, Nathan Sawaya, is a New or City corporate lawyer turned best-selling author and artist. Sawaya believes, “Art nurtures the brain. hether made from clay, paint, wood, or a modern-day toy.” ellow is perhaps the artist’s best- nown piece, which is made with 11,01 pieces of GO. Adults might view it as how cathartic ‘opening oneself up to the world’ can be for our souls. Sawaya says it represents the metamorphosis he has been through in his ourneys. My favorite piece was Big Blue Swimmer because I love swimming. This piece was made of 110,7 0 pieces of GO. The e hibit ta es under an hour to see, which leaves time to enjoy the many permanent exhibits throughout the museum. Reservations and mas s are re uired. Lisa J. Shultz is a Denver native and loves the Mile High City. She encourages exploration of the city’s treasures in her book Essential Denver and will soon be offering walking tours this spring. Find out more about her and her book on her website www.LisaJShultz.com or call her at 303-881-9338.
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Girl Scout Cookies available in Colorado on Jan 31
The Girl Scout Cookie Program is NOT cancelled! Starting January 31, Colorado Girl Scouts will be selling your favorite cookies in safe and innovative ways. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, girls are adapting their sales methods to include: Hosting virtual and drive-thru cookie booths. You can text COOKIES to 59618 (message and data rates may apply) or use the official Girl Scout Cookie Finder app for free on iOS or Android devices to find booths in your area. Making porch drop-offs to friends and family. Creating their own websites using the Digital Cookie platform to take online orders. If you know a registered Girl Scout,
reach out to her to get the link to her website. If you don’t know a Girl Scout, visit www.girlscouts ofcolorado.org/cookies on February 1 to purchase cookies from a local troop for direct shipment to your home or donate to local non-profits or the military. Starting February 12, a new national collaboration with
Grubhub will allow girls in select Colorado locations to take contact-free pickup and delivery orders. A hands-on experience in managing e-commerce, Girl Scouts will trac and fulfill orders placed at www.grubhub. com/food/girl_scouts, manage
inventory, and more, all using Grubhub’s back-end technology. As always, proceeds stay in Colorado. Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) are grateful to Grubhub for waiving all fees for the organization to make this new delivery option feasible for sales without reducing proceeds. Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, Trefoils, Dos-si-Dos, and Lemon-Ups are $4/package. S’mores and gluten-free Toffeetastic are $5/package. The 2021 Girl Scout Cookie Program ends Sunday, March 7. Now more than ever, Girl Scouts are relying on your support and the support of the community to meet their goals and make our world a better place. Last year, Troop 65430 from Highlands Ranch – Lone Tree used money earned from the Girl Scout Cookie Program
to make masks, sneeze guards, and lanyards for teachers and staff at their school. This personal protective equipment helped keep everyone safe by slowing the spread of COVID-19. “We’ve all been through a lot this past year and are longing for something that feels like normal,” said Leanna Clark, CEO of Girl Scouts of Colorado. “What’s more reliable and comforting than Girl Scout Cookies? We are excited to be able to sell in new and innovative ways this year and hope the community will support our girls as they learn about entrepreneurship and run their own cookie businesses.” Each purchase of Girl Scout Cookies supports girls in developing five lifelong s ills goal-setting, decision-making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. When you purchase cookies, you are helping girls power their Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and you’re supporting female entrepreneurs. The important leadership, business, and financial literacy skills girls learn through the program position them for success in the future. Making the world a better place is central to the Girl
Scout mission. During the Girl Scout Cookie Program, Girl Scouts honor non-profit organizations, food banks, military, and uniformed personnel through Girl Scouts’ Hometown Heroes/Gift of Caring program. Through this program, customers have the opportunity to purchase a package of cookies to donate to Girl Scouts’ heroes – a perfect solution for those who pass on the tempting treats! Girls learn about the invaluable work of their recipients by taking tours, learning about careers in public service and helping with service projects. All Hometown Heroes/Gift of Caring purchases may be eligible for a tax deduction. The 2021 goal for the Hometown Heroes/Gift of Caring program in Colorado is 200,000 packages. All Girl Scout Cookie varieties contain zero grams of trans fat per serving. Thin Mints are vegan. Do-si-Dos and Trefoils have no hydrogenated oils. Further information about Girl Scout Cookie ingredients can be found at littlebrownie.com. High resolution images of Girl Scout Cookies and Colorado Girl Scouts selling cookies are available upon request.
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ounty TreasurerNOTICE issued OF PURCHASE OF e of Purchase therefore REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN PITAL INVESTMENTS SALE AND OF APPLICATION ; Whereas, the saidFOR ISSUANCE OF TAL INVESTMENTS TREASURER’S DEED did, on the 30th day ber 2020 duly Toassigned Every Person in Actual Posate of the sale of the or taxOccupancy of the session property as hereinafter aforesaid, Described Land, Lot ights, title, and interest and to the Person in or Premises, perty, to BLUE SPRUCE Whose Name the same was Taxed G COMPANY or LLC. Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premax lien sale was ises made and TotoWhom It May Concern, delinquent general taxes and more especially to against said real estate r 2015; ACE REALTY, ADAM BUNA, JAMES SULLIVAN HARRELL eal estate wasII,taxed or LLC, KENNETH W MAGXEL ssessed in the name(s)ANDERSON E J HEIMANN and A HEIMANN You for said and year each of you are hereby notified that on the 2nd day of November, 2017, A.D., the then BLUE SPRUCE SERCounty Treasurer of the County of OMPANY LLC, on the in the State of Colorado, Arapahoe, f December,sold 2020, at the public tax lien sale to FIG lder of said Certificate, CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 ade requestLLC, uponthe thefollowing described real of said County for asituate in the County of estate id real estate; Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: asurer’s Deed will be said real estate to 7the LOT BLK 1 SABLERIDGE SUB SPRUCE SERVICING 2ND FLG Y LLC, on or about the aka VACANT LAND f May, 2021, A.D., unless has been redeemed. and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore rty may be redeemed to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS sale at any time prior to NAME; Whereas, the CO13 LLC execution ofsaid saidFIG TreaCAPITAL INVESTMENTS ed. CO13 LLC did, on the 30th day of December 2020 duly assigned y hand this 15th day of the certificate of the sale of the tax 021, A.D. lien on the property as aforesaid, and all its rights, title, and interest strom in said property, to BLUE SPRUCE Arapahoe County SERVICING COMPANY LLC.
in The Villager cation: January 2021 That21, said tax lien sale was made to cation: February 4, 2021 satisfy the delinquent general taxes 099 assessed against said real estate ___________________ for the year 2016; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of ACE REALTY for said year 2016;
APAHOE COUNTY OF PUBLIC HEARING NO SDP20-002, SEA MUNITY AND EVENT CENTER / DEVELOPMENT ARAPAHOE PLAN COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AL: Applicant is proposmunity and Event Center NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that owers of Islam 21755 the at Board of County CommissionHill Road. The ersproject of Arapahoe County, Colorado 4.55 acres and is curshall make final settlement with AD d Single Family with Miller Services, Inc. for its work an approvedcompleted use. Thefor Arapahoe County on and event center would the project identified as Arapahoe mately 21,300 sf withCovered a County Walkways. ace, gymnasium, lecture The work generally consisted of en, and library. engineering related to two potential walkways and construction of a covS HEREBY GIVEN that at 6954 S. Lima St., ered walkway y 16, 2021 the Arapa- CO. Final Settlement will Centennial y Planning Commission be made on February 9, 2021. Public Hearing at 6:30 soon as possible there- co-partnership, asAny person, 54 S. Lima St. 80112, of persons, company or sociation Room, Centennial, CO; that has furnished labor, corporation ll interested materials, persons team hire, sustenance, n an opportunity to be provender or other provisions, cerning the abovesupplies used or consumed by SDP20-002 AD / Specific Miller Services, Inc. or any ent Plan. Please of its note, subcontractors, or that has hat due to the ongoing supplied rental machinery, tools or emergency equipment the hearingto the extent used by ducted through AD remote Miller Services, Inc. or any of lease checkits https:// subcontractors in or about the ahoegov.com/622/Planperformance of the work done for mission for a the linkabove-described to the project whose d specific information on has not been paid claim therefore nd and participate. The Services, Inc. or any of by AD Miller l typically beits posted by subcontractors may file a verified afternoon preceding statementthe of the amount due and unpaid with the Arapahoe County Attorney’s Office (on behalf of the mation aboutBoard this of County Commissioners) at available at5334 the offices South Prince Street, Littleton, ahoe CountyCO Public 80120, at any time up to and Development Depart-February 8, 2021. including ning Division, 6924 S. Centennial, CO 80112 This Notice is published in actment only) or by calling cordance with Section 38-26-107 650 or by emailing planof C.R.S., and all claims, if any, pahoegov.com during shall be filed in accordance with siness hoursthis (8:00 a.m. section. Failure on statutory m., Monday through the part of any claimant to file such verified statement and/or claim prior to the aforementioned date for z, Clerk to the Board filing claims shall release Arapahoe County, its officers, agents and n The Villager employees from any or all liability, January 28,claims, 2021 and suits for payment due 106 from AD Miller Services, Inc. ___________________ Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board
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Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10086 ___________________________
That said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on the 30th day of December, 2020, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on or about the 21st day of May, 2021, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 15th day of January, 2021, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: February 4, 2021 Legal # 10096 ___________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to HELEN M CARLETON
LOTS 41-42 BLK 7 AURORA HTS aka 1364 KENTON ST and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC; Whereas, the said FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC did, on the 30th day of December 2020 duly assigned the certificate of the sale of the tax lien on the property as aforesaid, and all its rights, title, and interest in said property, to BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2015; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of HELEN M CARLETON for said year 2015; That said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on the 30th day of December, 2020, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on or about the 21st day of May, 2021, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 15th day of January, 2021, A.D.
You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 3rd day of November, 2016, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit:
Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County
ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT
ers of Arapahoe County, Colorado shall make final settlement with Gerald H Phipps Inc., dba GH Phipps Construction Co. for its work completed for Arapahoe County on the project identified as Arapahoe Plaza Courts Lobby Expansion Project. The work generally consisted of modification of lobby space to include replacement of two doors plus minor demolition and construction of acrylic barriers. Final Settlement will be made on February 9, 2021.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, Colorado shall make final settlement with Alliance Construction Solutions for its work completed for Arapahoe County on the project identified as Arapahoe County Admin Remodel. The work generally consisted of tenant improvement services to include modifications to doorways . Final Settlement will be made on February 9, 2021. 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 by Alliance Construction Solutions or any of its subcontractors, or that has supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used by Alliance Construction Solutions or any of its subcontractors in or about the performance of the work done for the above-described project whose claim therefore has not been paid by Alliance Construction Solutions or any of its subcontractors may file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid with the Arapahoe County Attorney’s Office (on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners) at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120, at any time up to and including February 8, 2021. This Notice is published in accordance with Section 38-26-107 of 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 due from Alliance Construction Solutions. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10087 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commission-
Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: February 4, 2021 Legal # 10097 ___________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION
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 by Gerald H Phipps Inc., dba GH Phipps Construction Co. or any of its subcontractors, or that has supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used by Gerald H Phipps Inc., dba GH Phipps Construction Co. or any of its subcontractors in or about the performance of the work done for the above-described project whose claim therefore has not been paid by Gerald H Phipps Inc., dba GH Phipps Construction Co. or any of its subcontractors may file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid with the Arapahoe County Attorney’s Office (on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners) at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120, at any time up to and including February 8, 2021. This Notice is published in accordance with Section 38-26-107 of 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 due from Gerald H Phipps Inc., dba GH Phipps Construction Co. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10088 ___________________________
FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to BRUCE KLINE You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 3rd day of November, 2016, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: LOT 3 BLK 8 AURORA HILLS 8TH FLG aka 12140 E CENTER DR and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC; Whereas, the said FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC did, on the 30th day of December 2020 duly assigned the certificate of the sale of the tax lien on the property as aforesaid, and all its rights, title, and interest in said property, to BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2015; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of BRUCE KLINE for said year 2015; That said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on the 30th day of December, 2020, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, Colorado shall make final settlement with KC Construction Inc. for its work completed for Arapahoe County on the project identified as Arapahoe County Public Drinking Fountain Safety Upgrade. The work generally consisted of replacement of existing drinking fountains with touchless bottle-fill model drinking fountains. Final Settlement will be made on February 9, 2021. 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 by KC Construction Inc. or any of its subcontractors, or that has supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used by KC Construction Inc. or any of its subcontractors in or about the performance of the work done for the above-described project whose claim therefore has not been paid by KC Construction Inc. or any of its subcontractors may file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid with the Arapahoe County Attorney’s Office (on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners) at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120, at any time up to and including February 8, 2021. This Notice is published in accordance with Section 38-26-107 of 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 due from KC Construction Inc. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10089 ___________________________
deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on or about the 21st day of May, 2021, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 15th day of January, 2021, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: February 4, 2021 Legal # 10098 ___________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to VALERIE J HEIMANN, PATRICK A HEIMANN You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 3rd day of November, 2016, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit:
and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC; Whereas, the said FIG CAPITAL INVESTMENTS CO13 LLC did, on the 30th day of December 2020 duly assigned the certificate of the sale of the tax lien on the property as aforesaid, and all its rights, title, and interest in said property, to BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC. That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2015; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of VALERIE J HEIMANN and PATRICK A HEIMANN for said year 2015; That said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on the 30th day of December, 2020, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said BLUE SPRUCE SERVICING COMPANY LLC, on or about the 21st day of May, 2021, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 15th day of January, 2021, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: February 4, 2021 Legal # 10099 ___________________________
LOT 24 BLK 4 AURORA HIGHLANDS SUB 3RD FLG aka 17850 E HAWAII PL
ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PARTIAL FINAL SETTLEMENT 2020 Concrete Replacement Program Project No. RB20-200
ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO SDP20-002, SEA COMMUNITY AND EVENT CENTER / SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, Colorado shall make partial final settlement with Jalisco International, Inc. for its work completed for Arapahoe County. The work performed under this contract dated April 20, 2018 and Change Order No. 9, dated March 18, 2020, for the removal and replacement of cross pans, sidewalk, curb/gutter, and mountable median noses, and curb ramps within urbanized areas of unincorporated Arapahoe County.
PROPOSAL: Applicant is proposing a Community and Event Center serving followers of Islam at 21755 E. Smoky Hill Road. The project includes 4.55 acres and is currently zoned Single Family with Church as an approved use. The community and event center would be approximately 21,300 sf with a worship space, gymnasium, lecture halls, kitchen, and library.
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 Jalisco International, 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 Jalisco International, 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 March 5, 2021. 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 Jalisco International, Inc. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager First Publication: January 28, 2021 Last Publication: February 4, 2021 Legal # 10105 ___________________________
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 16, 2021 the Arapahoe County Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 6:30 P.M., or as soon as possible thereafter at 6954 S. Lima St. 80112, Arapahoe Room, Centennial, CO; at which, all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the abovedescribed SDP20-002 / Specific Development Plan. Please note, however, that due to the ongoing COVID-19 emergency the hearing will be conducted through remote access please check https:// www.arapahoegov.com/622/Planning-Commission for a link to the agenda and specific information on how to attend and participate. The agenda will typically be posted by the Friday afternoon preceding the hearing. More information about this proposal is available at the offices of the Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department, Planning Division, 6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112 (by appointment only) or by calling 720-874-6650 or by emailing planning arapahoegov.com during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10106 ___________________________
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COURTS 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: KYRA DOUMBOUYA and ISACK DOUMBOUYA, Children, And concerning, KRISTEN MELANSON and LANSANA DOUMBOUYA, Respondents. And concerning, JESSICA BARNETT, Special Respondent. Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq. #46107 Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Telephone: 303.636.1308 Case No: 20JV568 Division: 22
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trol program will be May 3, 2021.
If you do not have a device that will support a video connection, you may still participate by audio only by calling 720-650-7664 OR 1-415655-0001. When prompted enter code 926 560 922.
No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof.
If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin. Date: January 19, 2021 Kiley Schaumleffel, Esq. #46107 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Dr. Aurora, Co 80012 Published in The Villager Published: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10107 ___________________________
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT
GREENWOOD VILLAGE
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding Respondent Father, Lansana Doumbouya is set for March 8, 2021 at 4:00 p.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.
NOTICE: REQUEST FOR BID FOR GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO The City of Greenwood Village invites proposals for: TOTAL MOSQUITO CONTROL ON ALL PUBLIC PROPERTY AND SITES MAINTAINED BY GREENWOOD VILLAGE TO INCLUDE POTENTIAL BREEDING SITES AND PRIVATE PROPERTY AS REQUESTED. A project to provide total mosquito control for the citizens of Greenwood Village.
Due to COVID 19, the Arapahoe County District Court is holding some hearings via Cisco WebEx Meetings to allow for audiovisual and/or audio participation. Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link:
The Request for Bids for 2021 Total Mosquito Control is available electronically via Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing and may be accessed on the Greenwood Village website (www.greenwoodvillage. com) under Bids & Proposals. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope marked, “Greenwood Village Mosquito Control”, and shall be received in the offices of the Parks, Trails & Recreation Department by 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 10, 2021.
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The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. Any bid received as a result of this request is prepared at the Contractor’s expense and becomes City property and therefore, public record.
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 reserves the right to reject any and all bids and waive informalities or irregularities therein. Any proposal received as a result of this request is prepared at the Contractor’s expense and becomes City property and therefore, public record. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Kurt Nielsen at (303)708-6156. s/ Suzanne Moore Director of Parks, Trails & Recreation Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10102 ___________________________ 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 February 8, 2021, to Noraa Concrete Construction Corporation, for all work done by said contractor for the project called 2020 CIPConcrete Replacement 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/ George Lantz, Mayor /s/ Susan Ortiz, City Clerk Published in The Villager First Publication: January 21, 2021 Last Publication: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10103 ___________________________
SPECIAL DISTRICTS CENTENNIAL AIRPORT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners of the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority will conduct a VIRTUAL BOARD MEETING at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 11th, 2021. Please go to the following link to attend this virtual meeting: http:// bit.ly/acpaafeb2021. The agenda will include a Public Hearing on an application under Centennial Airport’s Development Policy and Application Procedures for Aeronautical and Non-Aeronautical Land Use (“Development Procedures”) from Floors and Doors LLC. for the Lot 10 Floors and Doors 2.0 Office/Hangar Development Plan. Information concerning these items may be reviewed at the Authority offices by appointment at 7565 South Peoria Street, Englewood,
CO 80112. To schedule an appointment please call 303-790-0598. Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority Published in The Villager First Publication: January 28, 2021 Last Publication: February 4, 2021 Legal # 10108 ___________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 32-1-204(1), C.R.S., that on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., or as soon as possible thereafter, a public hearing will be held upon the application on file with the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners by the Petitioners for the proposed East Virginia Village Metropolitan District (the “District”), for the approval of a Service Plan and formation of a metropolitan district. The hearing will be conducted in the East Hearing Room of the Arapahoe County Administration Building at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, or at such other time and place as this hearing may be continued. Due to a Public Health Order issued regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will be attending this meeting telephonically. Information concerning this order, and how to participate in public hearings, may be found on Arapahoe County’s website (https:// www.arapahoegov.com/1617/Meeting-Videos-and-Live-Broadcast) and/or by contacting the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners. The public is invited to participate in the public meeting by calling 1-855-436-3656, and press *3 on your telephone keypad to be entered in the queue for general or item-specific comment. The meeting can also be viewed online via the link above. This format may, or may not, still be in effect at the time of the public hearing on the Service Plan. The affected property is generally located south of E. Colorado Avenue, north of E. Asbury Avenue, west of Quebec Street, and east of S. Poplar Street, in Arapahoe County, Colorado. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that, pursuant to Sections 32-1-203(3.5) and 32-1-204(1.5), C.R.S., the owner of real property within the proposed District may file a request with the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners, requesting
that such real property be excluded from the proposed District. Such request may be filed any time after the Service Plan is filed with the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners, but no later than ten (10) days before the day fixed for the hearing on said Service Plan. Reason: Approval of a proposed Title 32 Special District Service Plan Project Name: East Virginia Village Metropolitan District Date of Application: October 6, 2020 Type of District: Metropolitan Published in The Villager Published: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10109 ___________________________ NOTICE AS TO PUBLIC HEARING RE AMENDED 2020 AND PROPOSED 2021 BUDGETS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed 2021 budget has been submitted to the HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT for the fiscal year 2021. A copy of such proposed budget and, if necessary, an amended 2020 budget have been filed in the office of Simmons & Wheeler, P.C., 304 Inverness Way South, Suite 490, Englewood, Colorado, where same is open for public inspection. Such proposed budget and, if necessary, amended budget, will be considered at a special meeting of the Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District to be held at 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 4, 2021. The meeting will be held at 7400 East Orchard Road, Suite 1450, Greenwood Village, Colorado. Any interested elector within the Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District may inspect the proposed budget and, if necessary, the amended budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2021 budget and, if necessary, the 2020 amended budget. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ SETER & VANDER WALL, P.C. Attorneys for the District Published in The Villager Published: January 28, 2021 Legal # 10110
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