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Centennial will approve 900 new housing units at the Streets of SouthGlenn

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

hen the City of Centennial devotes eight hours in public meetings over two days to discuss a proposed redevelopment and that redevelopment is the subject of the front-page headline in The Denver Post (December 7), it’s a sign that something significant is changing. After the original SouthGlenn mall, built in 1974, closed in 2005, the Streets of SouthGlenn (SOS) was rebuilt by Alberta Development Partners between 2007 and

2009. It was one of the area’s first mixed-use developments combining residential, retail, and offices in one place. Although it took a little while to catch on, SOS eventually experienced some success, but that changed in recent years as brick-and-mortar retail stores fell victim to changing purchasing patterns from in-store to online. Large department stores were one of those that were hardest hit in the retail sector, partly because they developed their own online shopping websites that increasingly compete with their stores. The COVID-19 pandemic only hastened the inevitable. According to data presented by Alberta’s Don

Provost to the Centennial City Council on December 6, 12,200 retail stores around the U.S. closed in 2020. Of the 1,600 remaining large department stores today, half are expected to close by 2025. The anchor tenants at SOS were Sears on the south end and Macy’s on the north. Sears at SOS closed in 2018 and Macy’s is set to close in 2022. At the same time, Colorado’s population continues to grow and housing is in short supply in the metro area, driving prices higher. In 2017, Northwood Investors, a Denver company that specializes in mixed-use development, bought the Sears property, antici-

This rendering of the north side of the redevelopment demonstrates how residential property and offices are part of a walkable SOS.

pating the store’s closing. In 2018, Alberta bought the Macy’s property, anticipating that it too would soon close. In 2019, Alberta and Northwood began a process that would eventually lead to a proposal to the City of Centennial to redevelop the Sears and Macy’s properties as 900 new residential housing units to anchor SOS in place of the failed department stores, providing much-needed housing for people whose presence there would support the retail, restaurants, movie theater and other businesses. After what Kyle Whitaker of Northwood described on Decem-

ber 6 as two years of listening to the community’s concerns in three large-scale community meetings, 18 small group meetings, and 14 individual meetings, the developers scaled back their original plans, eventually settling on proposed amendments to the SOS Master Development Plan (MDP) and the Master Development Agreement (MDA) that included less density and height than originally planned, plus larger setbacks and stepbacks. They also added a new 25,000 square foot (0.57-acre) contiguous green public space. Continued on page 8

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This thing we call literature In the teaching of composition and literature, I always remind my students that words have connotations in addition to their denotation, or dictionary definition. It’s worth noting the word literature has a connotation as well. The general consensus is that literature is more highbrow than popular fiction, and it’s almost expected to be less-than-accessible to the average reader. Literature is the long, complicated, sometimes boring stuff we read in school. The definition I’ve tended to use with my students is that literature is “the stuff that matters.” I always distinguish between good storytelling and literature. Stephanie Meyer’s incredibly popular Twilight series from 2005, I’ve explained to my students, is a great story, but actually contains rather weak writing, and it certainly won’t ever be studied, nor will it even be thought of a generation from now. Stephen King, one of the most successful and talented fiction writers of the contemporary age once made a similar observation of Meyer, noting she “can’t write worth a darn.” I tend to agree, though many readers of classic literature might make the same criticism of King. Of course, we could be wrong. And there are far more scholarly and erudite people to explain and resolve this. Arthur Krystal is definitely one of those. Krystal is one of my favorite critics, writers, and thinkers, and I’ve lately been reading several of his books of essays and criticism, notably his latest work This Thing We Call Literature, which is the inspiration for this column. Krystal is, I believe, first and foremost an essayist, and he spends much of his practice in the form pondering the very nature of writing and storytelling. One of his targets in the book is the idea in contemporary society that literature is whatever we want it to be, or even worse, anything that is written. He draws insight and perspective from the theory posited in a book of literary criticism entitled A New Literary History of America, which makes the astute observation that Bob Dylan is potentially the most well-known and significant poet in America today. This perspective is, of course, validated by his award of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2016. Add to that the 2018 awarding of the Pulitzer Prize for music to rapper Kendrick Lamar, and you can see the argument take shape. Exploring the depths of my original comment about popular writers like Stephen King or Stephanie Meyer,

Krystal’s discussion of commercial or genre fiction versus literary fiction is the crux of differing views about literature. For example, he notes the significance of popularity in weighing a literary work’s significance, and he concedes the obvious reality that the works of Charles Dickens were actually the popular fiction of their time, read by a public including many who had nothing more than an eighth grade education. I particularly enjoyed his reference to Edmund Wilson’s classic New Yorker essay disparaging

popular crime fiction, “Who Cares Who Killed Roger Ackroyd?” When I ran across an excerpt from that essay years ago, it opened my eyes to the battle over literature and popular fiction. Certainly, popularity is not the barometer by which we measure quality fast food and reality TV being examples of the flaw in that logic. That said, Pop Culture has a distinctly different status than it did even twenty years ago. As Krystal notes: “If you think Buffy the Vampire Slayer deserves to be the subject of an academic dissertation ... then you are living in the right time.” No doubt. And I am certainly one to elevate Buffy to the body of work worthy of study. For years, I have halfjoked to my classes that my first scholarly work of literary criticism will be centered on the three Bs of western culture studies: “The Bible, Beowulf, & Buffy.” But I don’t disagree

with Krystal or Lionel Trilling or Northrop Frye or Harold Bloom that there are clear distinctions for that which we deem literature. I’d also agree that postmodern obfuscation of ideas like quality, morality, and truth are doing no service to culture. There’s the good stuff that matters and won’t soon be forgotten, and there’s everything else. Anyway, if you want to ponder some thoughts on language and literature, check out Arthur Krystal. Read some popular fiction as well. And then perhaps follow that with some classic literature. Having recently introduced my students to Jane Austen’s timeless classic Pride and Prejudice, I can’t recommend it enough. Michael P. Mazenko is a writer, educator, & school administrator in Greenwood Village. He blogs at A Teacher’s View and can be found on Twitter @mmazenko. You can email him at mmazenko @gmail.com

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CSU attempts to buy success foolishly

I love Colorado State University, I graduated from that institution many years ago. When I started as a freshman it was Colorado A&M and we didn’t like the name change. But, we thought someday it might merit the university label. Now, even smaller higher educational colleges around Colorado have changed their name to include university titles. Maybe they can charge more money for the title, but I’ll bet they don’t pay their professors any more money. I attended CSU to become a veterinarian. Growing up on a ranch with animals it was easy enough, but at the end of my freshman year I decided that I didn’t want to be a vet. If I chose to stay in medicine, I would rather be a medical doctor and take care of humans, but I had no desire to undertake that lifelong task. My interest was in student publications and I thrived on printed publications. So, my life’s career has led me to the newspaper world that has been challenging, rewarding, and fulfilling. I really love what I

do and the ink that I have spread over the years. The Denver Post ran a story on December 8 about a contract deal that Colorado State University had struck with a Nevada-based assistant coach with a lackluster record of winning football games. The hurry-up-deal earned the new Ram coach Jay Norvell a five-year contract for $9 million dollars in salary and bonus payments for winning games. The contract also includes $3 million for assistant coaches. The Post story goes on to relate that 58-year old Norvell will receive $1.6 million his first year with annual raises of $100,000 through 2026 when he’s slated to receive $2 million. Now, it really gets significant, or ridiculous. In addition to his base pay Norvell is eligible to receive bonuses for achieving a number of benchmarks with the Rams. The idiotic list is six inches long in the column of rewards for winning games, starting with $25,000 for winning four consecutive conference games, another $25,000 for five conference

games, onward to $50,000 for six conference games and $50,000 for every game they win until the season ends. Who designed this package of trash? That’s not all, the bonus payments continue into bowl games with rewards of $25,000 for being named conference coach of the year all the way to $200,000 for playing in a College football playoff final. The rewards never end for this coach who just won the football lottery from the athletic department and Board of Agriculture. He may be a great guy and has some football skills; let’s hope so because this deal has been signed and he’s at work. Someone at CSU used their brain and put in an escape clause since they’ve fired every coach, including Sonny Lubick who took them to bowl game titles for peanuts compared to this package. The escape clause relates that CSU can terminate Norvell’s deal without cause and would owe him $4 million in 2021-22. $3 million in 2023, $2.5 million in 2024 and $1.5 million in 2025. The school would not have to pay him anything if he is fired for

cause. (Is losing games a cause?) The players liked the last coach by the way. CSU gained glory under Sonny Lubeck and Fum McGraw, two great leaders and coaches. It has been downhill for many years and even with the new stadium the trend has been dreadful. Meantime, the basketball team is undefeated; that coach may want a raise now. I would think that the academic faculty at CSU must be questioning at what CSU is willing to spend on football in a lousy conference that has little impact on major conferences where money does flow. CSU has risen to new heights academically and has an excellent reputation in the fields of engineering and veterinary medicine; to name just two of the excellent departments. Football is not in that category and why should the losers be rewarded instead of the academic professors who really make the University a place to learn for 33,000 students. Students don’t enroll at CSU for the football experience. At the last football game the stadium was almost empty. Does anyone care about this nonsense?

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The Christmas season has arrived with a brief snow flurry and the wonderful American tradition of Christmas lights. It appears that there are more lights than in past years and perhaps that is because more people are staying home these days and have enough time to string the lights and decorate the trees. Wonderful to see the bright lights glowing across the metro area. America is starting to recover; let’s hope that COVID-19 will go down in history as a bad memory. We’ve had two Villager colleagues’ contract COVID-19, our office manager contacted the virus while on vacation visiting friends in Arizona. Denny Dressman, our sports columnist and 25-year Rocky Mountain News sports editor, contracted the disease back in November and was hospitalized. He was fully vaccinated with a booster shot. I had lunch with him prior to his contracting the virus. Denny and I meet with fellow Colorado Press Association presidents and newspaper friends monthly in Arvada; friends like Barry Hartman, retired publisher of the Boulder Daily Camera, Harrison Cochran, former publisher of the Aurora Sentinel, and Roy Robinson, retired publisher of Dean Singleton’s hometown paper in Graham, Texas. I’m fully vaccinated with a recent booster shot so I feel pretty safe along with a strong metabolism system from early day ranch life of eating fresh

vegetables, natural beef, and plenty of physical hard work. I have a friend who is a pediatrician. He and I have visited over dinner several times and we agree about how present-day children have lower metabolism because of the purity of foods prepared and packaged. In past decades milk was not always pasteurized, bread molded quickly without present day preservatives, and we probably ate more leftovers and less chemical injected foods found in almost all food products. Just read the long list of ingredients on food labels. Some germs may be good for us, or at least build up some immunities. Bottom line, COVID-19 seems to seek out certain folks for many reasons and no one is exempt, even if vaccinated it appears. I’m a little suspect that not all the vaccines are perfect and may not be chilled or stored as prescribed. Nothing is perfect in today’s world. *** Sunday night, December 12, Gerri and I were invited guests at the Friends of Nursing Christmas party celebrating the groups 40th anniversary. The festive event was held at once Leo Goto’s famous Wellshire Inn. Leo would stand by the door and welcome his guests to his famous restaurant. Alas, Leo is departed, but the Wellshire Inn Events Center lives on as a site for many banquets and special events. It is a lovely, spacious facility, and the Christmas party was well done. Great decorations and a silent auction, all professionally presented. Printed programs

and live entertainment by three great musical talents, Claire McCahan, mezzo, Schyler Vargas, baritone, and Keith Teepen, piano. They were special and performed traditional Christmas carols like Silent Night and Joy To The World, a wonderful medley of music from three very talented performers. It was a real joy to hear Christmas carols instead of rap music with lyrics I can’t understand. Stately Melanie Wallace is the president-elect and served as the talented mistress of ceremonies for the evening. I had the pleasure of being seated next to Steve Edmonds, whom I have known for several decades, starting back when he was DU President Dan Ritchie’s righthand assistant returning DU to major prominence. Steve and I walked through the years discussing the Denver social scene and the disappearance of many social leaders due to age or illness. So many prominent leaders have departed from the non-profit social circuit of raising money for worthy charities. We both complimented our former Villager society editor Glory Weisberg, who lost her husband David last year. Glory worked very hard for this newspaper for three decades covering non-profit events and was solely responsible for ending smoking at charitable events. She celebrated her birthday December 14. A belated happy birthday Glory!!!! *** Ventured out to Zane’s for a delicious dinner with Vic and Sharon Evans last week. The restaurant was packed, and Zane

was master of the house as food appeared quickly and efficiently. Every chair and table was filled in the restaurant that is set to move to new headquarters as Marina Square is set for demolition next July. Zane told us that he has a new location but did not disclose the site. Not to fear, his many friends and fans will follow Zane and Ed Novak to wherever they may lead us. They operate a great Bistro and have survived COVID-19 with hard work and determination to survive. Hurrah! *** Remember the Santa Claus Shop Toy Drive. Members believe in the mission, “A toy for every girl and boy.” Scott Hamburg. the president. along with 50 board members have provided toys to over 13,000 children with the demand growing with over 14,000 toys this year. You can send cash, or seek toy drop off locations on the web site: denversantaclausshop.org *** And a get well wish to Dianne Bartlett who we understand has been under the weather. This lady is the best, along with Arlene Johnson at supporting non-profits and charitable events. Steve Edmond and I praised these ladies as we talked about the declining social leadership in the Metro area with COVID-19 and aging leaders. It is a serious issue of charitable volunteer leadership in future years.

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Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”

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8th Annual

held At Pindustry Monday Dec. 6

Michelle Gruber, vice President of First American State Bank, and host of The Village Toy Drive share in the fun with Margot Gilbert Frank, cohost Mollie Helén, Kristina Davidson, Jay Davidson, CEO/ founder of First American State Bank, and Gail and George Johnson

RIGHT: Vice President of First American State Bank, Michelle Gruber and Kristina and Jay Davidson, CEO/ founder of First American State Bank

Volunteer of America’s team of Natalie Gill, digital marketing manager, Michael James, senior advancement advisor and Bradley Craddock, director of volunteer services

Russell Gruber, Industrial Specialist/Owner Gruber Commercial Real Estate, Inc. and Justin Klomp, president of Trice Jewelers

Greyson Stone, Jaymie Gruber, Kingsley Gruber, Brooklyn Smith, and Allison Kinney

Tori Novosel, Tom Novosel, Katy Novosel, Justin Soria, Hannah Crawford and Alex Novosel Photos by Sharon Sweeney Barbillon

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Denver Santa Claus Shop celebrates 90+ years! “A Toy for Every Girl and Boy” each holiday season since 1931 Multiple award-winning Denver Santa Claus Shop (DSCS) had much to FLEURISH celebrate at its 90th Anniversary party during the holiday season at Bethany Lutheran Church. Clever boxed sampler bites and custom cookies complemented the program. Lynn Stambaugh who has a big heart for children and has followed in the footsteps of her late mother Gene Norgren Koelbel has prominent roles in Denver Santa Claus Shop as well as Sewall Child Development Center. DSCS is an all-volunteer, nondenominational 501(c)(3) that has helped one million children since 1931 by providing free toys to children who might not otherwise have a toy to open on Christmas. Qualified families with children from newborn to age 11 are referred by social service groups, schools, shelters, churches and the like. This year, because of COVID, toys were prepackaged by age and ABOVE: Dave Cottrell, a piper himself who plays at the gender to be handed through vehicle windows. The goal: to golf tourneys, was given a serve 13,000 children in 2021. bagpiper Santa RIGHT: Danny Lindau, who For year ‘round donation has found donated space for options and sponsorships: the shop for many years and denversantaclausshop.org. Lynn Stambaugh with volunteer Santa and Mrs. Claus (Pat and Kathy Kelly) at the drive though for toy giveaways

Board Member, Past President and 90th Celebration Chair Lynn Koelbel Stambaugh and her brother Buz Koelbel at the party

Photo by Bob Sweeney

helped with pre-ordered toys in bulk, holds his Santa with the huge toy bag

Board President Scott Hamburg with Board Members Jane McKinstry and Gerald Koch

Holding their golf santas - Norleen Norden Langdorf and Gary Stack, golf tourney co-chairs with Lynn Stambaugh

And… Santa Claus Came to Town!

Cars were lined up on opening day and directed by volunteers from DSCS and Denver Health Services at Evans and Monaco for the outdoor, drive through “shop” with as- safe- as-possible conditions during COVID, instead of a “store”

Another award - Denver Santa Claus Shop received the National Excellence in Community Service Award from Daughters of the American Revolution Mt. Rosa Chapter. Sisters and members of that chapter - Paula Buffetti and Claudia Helmstaedter with Lynn Stambaugh Photos by Scottie Iverson

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Cor2Cor hosts winter meeting and salutes military at Eddie V’s Thanking those who have sacrificed to preserve our freedom and keep our nation safe! “Some A private people meeting room live a at Eddie V’s lifetime in DTC was filled with paand triotism and wonder if respect when they have Cor2Cor made a Professional Business difference Alliance, a in the Netgiving world. A group, held its veteran winter meetdoes not ing and honored veterans have that and active problem.” duty military. - Ronald The meeting featured hisReagan

tory, stories, tears, compassion and questions to be answered by the speakers spanning service by The Greatest Generation, Vietnam, The Middle East and the horrific events of 9/11. Sponsor and Sr. VP Global Atlantic - Chris Burke gave a brief presentation on Personal Pension. Since 1776, over 40 million Americans have served in the armed forces. Cor2Cor welcomed representatives from several branches of the military capturing history with compelling messages and powerful videos. Heroes! Still willing to give more! Keynote speaker was the distinguished, highly decorated and awarded Col. (Ret.) U.S. Army Robert McLaughlin. After a 29-year military career, including Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom, McLaughlin is COO of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service, a 501(c)(3) in Colorado Springs.“The Greatest Generation was selfless,” he said. “Allies will watch us carefully.” U.S. Navy veteran Matt Morales served as a boatswain’s mate and survived the Al-Qaida terrorist attack/suicide bombing on the USS Cole. His bravery continued. He was only 21 years old when he stood before The U.S. Supreme Court pleading the case that resulted in compensation from Sudan for the wounded survivors and 17 families of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Retired 5th Special Forces Group Commander Ben Williams provided glimpses of his honorable military career in the SFODA 5122, 12th Battalion. Williams was just two blocks from the Twin Towers on 9/11. He subsequently directed partnerships that improved the infrastructure and security of communities throughout the Middle East. He was commander of the last American Unit to work in Iraq and is now an executive in corporate America. Editor of the recently released memoir, Echoes of Our War: Vietnam Veterans Reflect 50 Years Later, Mark Hardcastle shared stories of the ten authors whom he got to know intimately and learn just what it meant for them to remember and live their lives. The stories were meant to change the audience’s perception and gain

Author Mark Hardcastle with Cor2Cor Co-Founder Nepeta Godec

Dave Evans, Cor2Cor Board Member Jacque Stevens and keynote speaker Col. (Ret.) U.S. Army Robert F. McLaughlin Photos by Scottie Iverson

Gary Tedder reading the card he composed and his wife A message to Gary Tedder’s Deb designed with a holiday message to the Vietnam dad from Gary’s son Ryan vets. It was his idea to compile the powerful video Tedder of OneRepublic fame USS Cole survivor Matt Morales spoke about the attack in Yemen. He always carries a piece of the ship

Commemorative piece - metal from the hull of the attacked ship - USS Cole given to Matt Morales and other survivors

(Lee Greenwood - on screen) What is more patriotic than “God Bless the U.S.A?”

a better understanding of what it meant to have served in that war. Mark graduated from the USAF Academy, served nine years as a pilot on active duty and is currently a commercial airline pilot. Five of the authors of the book attended the event: CR Cusack, Grady Birdsong, John Decker, Tom Jacobs and Bill Purcell. Vietnam vet Bear Owen was also in attendance. Nepeta Godec asked if she could give each a hug – 50 years later. She was so touched by the appreciation of her gesture. “There were tears,” she said after the

Cor2Cor (Heart to Heart hugs). “My jacket was damp.” Gary Tedder read the greeting card he had written for the Vietnam vets that was designed and handcrafted by his wife Deb.”We are blessed! We have passed through a dark time in our lives, in our world, unscathed. We’ve conquered fear, and replaced it with faith. We’ve determined to never take a day, or a breath, or a friend, or a family member for granted. We’re thankful for you and celebrate this special holiday with more gratitude in our hearts than ever before.”

Green Beret Ben Williams was two blocks from the Twin Towers collapse on 9/11 Photo by Nepeta Godec

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900 new housing units Continued from page 1

City of Centennial Planner Jenna Campbell presented the developers’ proposal at the large public city council meeting designed to solicit public input. Campbell described Southglenn as, “A mixed use center that includes shopping, dining, living, civic, and offices that serve adjacent neighborhoods,

the City of Centennial as a whole, and the South Metro Denver region.” She noted that a traffic impact study required for the development had been reviewed and approved by the city, as had the required drainage report for the proposed project. She described in detail the requested changes to the MDP and MDA for SOS. Noting

This rendering of the south side of the redevelopment shows the proposed park with new setbacks and stepbacks of residential buildings.

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This diagram shows the location of allowed heights at the SOS under the revised Master Development Plan.

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that the proposal had received a unanimous recommendation for approval from the city’s planning and zoning commission, she outlined its most significant aspects: • Increase the number of allow-

able residential dwelling units from 350 to 1125 by adding 550 residential units at the south end and 361 additional units to the north end that already had 214 existing units.

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• Reduce the minimum required leasable retail floor area at SOS from 910,000 to 621,000 square feet. • Increase the maximum permitted building height on the north end (Macy’s) from 50 feet (3 stories) to 75 feet (5 stories), as was already allowed on the south end. • Require a minimum 25,000 square-foot public open space within the south end. Presenting to the council on behalf of the developers was Carolynne White, land use counsel for Alberta along with Rob Kaufman, Don Provost and Dustin Anderson from Alberta, and Kyle Whitaker and Brian Cleary representing Northwood Investors. White pointed out that the increased residential would positively impact new and existing retail thus improving the long-term viability of SOS. She also noted that it would remove the existing blight on the Sears property and potential blight of a vacant Macy’s. The new residential would also “attract and retain a range of age groups to live and work in Centennial, add more green community space” and improve walkability in SOS overall. Continued on page 22

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the halls, or just decorating a tree, Arhaus, Pottery Barn Kids, Crate & Barrel, Cozy Cottage and more can make them sparkle and shine! Area exclusives and favorites include Altar’d State, Vera Bradley, Travis Mathew, Amazon 4-Star, Nespresso, Sundance, and L.L. Bean. For the fitness enthusiast on your list, there’s lululemon, Athleta, Fabletics and Peloton. When it comes to kids, Park Meadows is your one-stop-shop for everyone on your list with a Tattered Cover + kids holiday

pop-up, The LEGO Store, Build-A-Bear Workshop, It’s Your Move and more! You’ll find a great selection of gifts for teens at Vans, The Buckle, House of Hoops, Sportsfan and Journeys. As you shop, you can indulge in seasonal eats and sip on festive beverages or take a break and cozy up by the giant fireplace in the Grand Dining Hall, where you’ll find 13 food retailers, including local and national favorites such as Berry Blendz, Panda Express and Chick-Fil-A. If you’re

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CENTRAL CITY OPERA YELLOW ROSE TEA

n November 9th, the Central City Opera House Association hosted their Announcement Tea for the 2022 Flower Girls. Typically the Announcement Tea is held in the historic Denver Governor’s Mansion, however the mansion remains closed to the public due to Covid. Graciously hosted by Nicole Bansbach in her home in Cherry Hills Village, the girls and their mothers came together to find out who will join them in the 2022 Flower Girl class, a tradition that is celebrating its 90th year in 2022. There was much excitement as the girls were able to view the stunning full length strapless gown designed by Alfred Sung in a Classic Blue that they will all wear the night of the ball. Bella Bridesmaids was on hand to measure the girls for their dresses and there were a handful of historic dresses worn at previous presentations for the girls to see. All the girls agreed that their dress was the best! They then proceeded in to enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeurves while getting to meet the other flower girl families. “We are thrilled to present 30 wonderful young woman coming from 12 different schools across Colorado, and 15 of these girls are following in the footsteps of sisters, mothers, and grandmothers who were also Central City Opera Flower Girls back in their day” says Anne McGonagle, chairman of the Central City Opera House Association. All of the Flower Girls have demonstrated an interest in community service and are on the path to becoming leaders in both their communities and in their careers. Brooke Bansbach Maloy, the 2022 Chair for the Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation noted “These are outstanding young woman who never slow down. We have many girls who are leaders in DECA, involved with National Charity League, play competitive sports, and even teach youth sports. Additionally, many come from families who have been living and serving in Colorado for generations. They genuinely represent the values of Central City Opera: Excellence, Passion, Innovation, Engagement, Integrity, and Inclusiveness.” Over the next 9 months these girls will get a chance to learn more about the history of Central City Opera

and its role in Colorado history. They will also participate in some fun volunteer work as the Flower Girl committee offers a series of service projects and youth education programs leading up to the Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation on June 25, 2022 in Central City. Central City Opera will kick off its summer opera series on July 2nd with The Light in the Piazza. Die Fledermaus and Two Remain complete the 2022 summer opera series. Subscriptions go on sale in January. Front row - Katherine Little, Catherine Maloy, Leah Frankel, Olivia Goodreau, Meredith Waters, Ellie Seccombe, Alexia Yost. 2nd Row - Kathryn Parsons, Riley Leversedge, Ella Kitt, Adelle Dhanda, Lilly D'Hondt, Faith Reeman, Piper Adams. 3rd Row - Caroline Halaby, Taleigh Davis, Bradley Calkins, Sutton Damiano, Mallory Blunk, Ella Dammen. 4th Row - Demi Grauer, Ana Myers, Avery Hicks, Sawyer Beardsley, Elizabeth Austin, Edith White, Avery White. Not Shown - Samatha Rudnick, Emerson-Ellis Coleman, Halle Metcalf Nancy Patrker, Pat Pearce, Anne McGonagle Photo credit: Doug Wells; Wells Photography House

1990 Flower Girl Betsy Blunk and her daughter 2022 Flower Girl Mallory Blunk pose with the flower girl dress worn by Betsy in 1990

Host Nicole Bansbach

2022 Chair of the Yellow Rose Ball and Flower Girl Presentation Brooke Bansbach Maloy

1984 Flower Girl Christy Jordan and her daughter 2022 Flower Girl Kate Little pose next to the dress worn by Christy in 1984

Ronit Hicks, Elina Grauer with daughters 2022 Flower Girls Demi Grauer and Avery Hicks

2022 Flower Girl Faith Reeman and her mother Stephanie Reeman

2022 Flower Girl Cate Maloy poses with her grandmother Pam Bansbach and her mother a 1990 Flower Girl Brooke Maloy

Central City Opera’s 2022 summer festival is a four-week extravaganza (July 2, 2022 – July 31, 2022) of storytelling and powerful voices, featuring classical music’s biggest talents. Central City Opera’s 90th season will include mainstage productions of the classic operetta Die Fledermaus and the modern musical, The Light in the Piazza. The 2018 Holocaust remembrance opera, Two Remain, rounds out the eclectic season. Past season subscribers can renew their subscriptions now. New subscriptions will be available in January 2022 and single tickets go on sale April 1, 2022. Visit www.centralcityopera.org or call 303-292-6700 to learn more.

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Rodney Valenzuela is Greenwood Village Sworn Police Officer of the Year for 2020 BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

At the Greenwood Village City Council meeting on December 6, GV Police Chief Dustin Varney recognized Officer Rodney Valenzuela as the 2020 sworn police officer of the year. Varney explained that all non-supervisory level GV police officers are eligible for this award and the win-

ner is selected by his or her peers in the department. He explained, “Officer Rodney Valenzuela has been with us for 18 years and is assigned to the SRO (School Resource Officer) Unit…This award is presented to the officer whose consistency and excellence in service deserves special recognition. A recipient reflects the department’s core values and is known for their exceptional job performance and contribution to its efforts.”

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Describing some of the accomplishments that led Officer Valenzuela to be selected for this honor, Chief Varney said, “He’s conducted a variety of safety drills including full student lockdowns. He taught new teachers standard response protocols in case there’s an active threat. He has developed close-down procedures. He has worked very hard to support the school community by participating in school activities including graduations, parades and handing out lunches to needy students.” As well, he has been one of the two Public Safety Brothers on social media. In addition to his efforts in our schools, Varney cited some of Officer Valenzuela’s other work. It was a very long list that included: instructing every year at the summer youth police academy, working with

GV Chief of Police Dustin Varney and Rodney Valenzuela hold up Officer Valenzuela’s plaque recognizing him as GV Sworn Police Officer of the Year for 2020.

local homeowner associations, taking on a special project to prevent crime through environmental design at the Landmark Towers parking garage, and taking a lead role in making sure that the police department had all the COVID-19 prevention gear that they needed. On a personal note, this reporter, who is a 30-year res-

ident of Greenwood Village, has known Officer Valenzuela for most of his 18 years here. In my experience, he exemplifies all that is good about community policing. The Villager extends its warmest congratulations to this fine public servant on a well-deserved reward. fmiklin.villager@gmail. com

CHV asks residents to tell them if they are satisfied with city services BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

An online survey that the City of Cherry Hills Village is asking its residents to complete online is designed to find out how they feel about the operations of various city departments and any other information residents would like to communicate. The link to the online survey is included in CHV’s monthly newsletter, The Village Crier, which is delivered online to any resident who wishes to receive it that way instead of in the mail, saving the city printing and mailing costs. The questions asked include residents’ level of satisfaction with the public works department’s street operations, including road conditions, now removal operations, and repair and maintenance of road damage and signs. Also important to city leaders is how satisfied residents are with the city parks and trails, including the newly refurbished John Meade Park. Importantly, the survey includes an open-ended question asking residents to provide any other feedback that they “feel would be helpful in improving our service delivery to the community.” Since CHV does not have any substantial commercial area, there is nothing on the survey about residents’ views on commercial development. CHV residents can access and respond to the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey. com/r/Q5J9HGB. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

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Hurdle brings outsider’s (and insider’s) perspective when the club made the Jim Leymore to this decision than land mistake, the Hampton-Neagle mere lasting loyalty. whoppers, and several other misAs most Rockies fans steps. He was the “take-one-forknow, Hurdle was with the organization for quite a the-team” front man as the Rockies dug out of the hole those gaffes while, from 1994 to 2009, first as roving minor league produced, presiding over seasons of 74-88, 68-94, 67-95 and 76-86 hitting instructor, then major league hitting coach, before that 2007 team caught fire in September and rode 21-of-22 then manager for six full right into the World Series. seasons and parts of two. “I have never been one to back He was the manager when that away from hard work, to roll up 2007 version of the Rockies went all the way to the World Series. He my sleeves,” he told me during an has the most victories (534) of any interview for my Game 163 book. Talking about those grim days beColorado manager. fore 2007, he said: “They wanted But he also managed the Pittssomebody who would be part of burgh Pirates for nine seasons the heavy lifting, and somebody after he left the Rockies—and who was positive, optimistic . . .” led them into the playoffs three This time around sounds a lot straight years, the first one ending like that. two decades of mediocrity for the The Rockies have stumbled once-formidable Bucs. Before that, through three straight losing seahe was hitting coach for the Texas sons: 71-91, 26-34 and 74-87, and Rangers when they went to the have followed one PR disaster World Series for the first time—in with another. They allowed 2016 their 50th season. National League batting champion And prior to joining Shop early DJ LeMahieu go to the Yankees in the Rockies the first for Christmas! free agency after the 2018 season, time, he managed Three great titles by Denny superstar cleanup hitter and at four levelsDressman in the will betraded among the New York Mets’ dozensmiof books Gold on saleGlove at the third baseman Nolan Colorado Authors'Arenado League to St. Louis before last nor league system. Book Booth during the season, and let shortstop Trevor The pointCo-Op is that upcoming Colorado Country Story walk via free agency this Hurdle has seen how Christmas Gift Show. off-season. several organizations Colorado Springs As Special Assistant to the function—for betterEvent Center Palmer Park Blvd. Manager, Hurdle will General and for worse. And Friday-Sunday, Nov. 19-21 spend most of his time evaluating so, it would seem players—at both the major league that he can provide and minor league levels—as well that “outsider’s peras assessing amateurs before that spective” that many consider so valuable, draft next June. But he also told the Associated Press he’s “looking even essential. At the same time, forward . . . to helping out wherever they need me.” And he told though, Hurdle knows a lot of Rock- me he “couldn’t say ‘no’ to Billy ies history, much of Schmidt,” whom Hurdle got to it ugly. know when he was with the RockHe was there ies previously.

When the Rockies began their search for a new General Manager last spring following the resignation of Jeff Bridich, the popular opinion was that they should recruit someone from the outside, someone who would bring a fresh perspective to the team’s inbred front office. How about someone with a fresh perspective AND institutional memory? That’s what the Rockies are getting in Clint Hurdle, announced last week as the latest addition to GM Bill Schmidt’s team. Hurdle’s title is Special Assistant to the General Manager. He’ll work primarily in player development. Critics wasted no time pointing out that Rockies owner Dick Monfort effectively “stayed in-house” by bringing back a former “member of the family.” But there’s

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“I think the world of Clint,” Schmidt told Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post. “I think he can be a big help to me, not only with our players but also with our staffs in the minor leagues. Clint has a lot of experience in baseball. I’m really excited about this.” To Thomas Harding of MLB. com, Schmidt said: “I think he can bring a lot to the table for everybody and help me just, you know, help get us where want to get going.” Hurdle will be in Denver “plenty,” he assured me, and will spend time on the road, visiting the Rockies’ minor league teams. But this kind of job also will allow him to spend ample time with his family in Florida, something that’s a priority. The timing of this move is interesting. Hurdle’s hiring is effective January 1, 2022, which means he’ll be on board to advise Schmidt on all of the free agents who become available whenever Major League Baseball reaches agreement with the players union and ends the player lockout. He’ll

also be able to add his two-cents’ worth regarding any trade Schmidt might consider once labor peace is restored. One need only to look at the Pirates of 2011-2019 to see what Hurdle brings to the table. In that time, he became the fourth-winningest manager in Pirates history with 735 victories and a .505 winning percentage. (The Pirates joined the National League in 1887 and have won 50.2% of more than 21,000 games in 134 years.). He wasn’t responsible for acquiring all of the players who made the Pirates winners after 20 straight losing seasons, but he certainly had plenty of input. The bottom line, as Bill Schmidt put it so well, is: “He can help us get better.” Denny Dressman is a veteran of 43 years in the newspaper business, including 25 at the Rocky Mountain News, where he began as executive sports editor. He is the author of 13 books, seven of them sports-related. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@ comcast.net.

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Residential customers can place their telephone numbers on a no-call list free of charge. However, the law does not apply to business telephone customers. You can sign up for the no-call

list by calling (800) 3097041 or registering online at www.coloradonocall.com. The following applies under the No-Call Law: • Commercial telemarketers may not call or send faxes to you at your home if you have placed your telephone number(s) on the no-call list, unless the telemarketer has an “established business relationship” with you. • Calls by charities, political groups and other non-commercial organizations are not subject to the Colorado No-Call Law. • You have the right under the Federal Telemarketing Sales Rules to tell companies with whom you have established business

relationships to put you on their “Do Not Call” lists. • Report offending telemarketers to the Attorney General. You can also use the Colorado Consumer Protection Act to sue in small claims Court if you are on the no-call list and get unwanted calls or fax transmissions from telemarketers. • You can also add your home or cell phone number to the National Do Not Call list at www.donotcall. gov or by calling (888) 382-1222.

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pletely free to use is Open Social Security (OpenSocialSecurity.com), which runs the math for each possible claiming age (or, if you’re married, each possible combination of claiming ages) and reports back, telling you which strategy is expected to provide the most total spendable dollars over your lifetime. But if you want a more thorough analysis consider fee-based calculators like Maximize My Social Security (MaximizeMySocialSecurity. com) or Social Security Solutions (SocialSecuritySolutions.com). Both of these tools, which are particularly helpful to married couples as

well as divorced or widowed persons, will run what-if scenarios based on your circumstances and show how different filing strategies affect the total payout over the same time frame. Maximize My Social Security’s web-based service costs $40 per year for a household, while Social Security Solutions offers several levels of web-based and personalized phone advice ranging from $20 to $250.

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Denver South celebrates the holidays at Wings over the Rockies Exploration of Flight

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What is Denver South you ask? I was offered the opportunity to look in and experience this enterprise in action the evening of Dec. 2 at Wings over the Rockies Exploration of Flight in Centennial during their holiday gathering. Denver South is an economic development organization, that largely covers the region along the I-25 corridor south of Denver. They back the business community through collaboration with other economic development partners, chambers, and local, With Allison Crouder state and federal Thomas Brook, President and CEO, Denver South with John Lay, former government agencies in order to CEO of Denver South, and Robert Olislagers, recently retired CEO of provide the most enriching and Centennial Airport stable platform for businesses to be most productive in this geographic area. There are numerous programs and partnerships to help assist businesses from connecting entrepreneurs to resources, studying and supporting solutions with traffic and transportation challenges, to showcasing the region to prospective businesses. The message on their website is “Tomorrow happens today. The future of our community isn’t something we sit back and wait for longingly. The future of our community is something we thoughtfully, intentionally create. Today.” As an entrepreneur in the South Metro area, exploring the website www. Left to Right: Daniel Huttan Dir. Of Transportation + Mobility, Evangelos denver-south.com and knowing C. Gatseos Denver South Transportation Outreach Manager, Denver about and participating with this South Roslyn Vialpando TMA Assistant, Denver South Sheryl Machado entity could be of good value Dir. of Community and Public Affairs, Denver South Eric Hecox, Board Member Denver to you. Certainly, South, and VP of Denver South is Operations Shea filled with numerProperties ous welcoming and well intentioned business persons representing a great cross section of enterprises. With the venue being at Wings over the Rockies at Centennial Airport, I was fortunate enough to speak with Douglas County Airport Colin Noar on the flight simulator attended with his Commissioner James Huffman. father, Scott Noar, Comcast-Xfinity. I learned that there was a recent study conducted by the State of Colorado that revealed that Centennial Airport provides $2.1 billion per year of economic benefit to the southeast corridor’s business community. So when we have to take a little time to drive around the airport, we should be quite pleased at its presence! www.wingsmuseum.org

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WHAT’S HAPPENING?

South Metro Denver Chamber Celebrates Colorado Gives Day! COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTER

to support local charities. ecember 7th Jeff Keener, SMDC Presiwas the night of dent and CEO acknowledged choice to celemany organizations in attenbrate the holidays dance and provided a list of and honor Colorado Gives their 34 non-profit members Day at Hudson Gardens. First that participated in Colorado Bank is not only a vibrant Gives Day. member of the Chamber but Colorado Gives Day also a force behind the unique. By Allison Crouder is led by The Community Colorado Gives Day that has almost become a holiday for Colorado First Foundation and FirstBank who partnered to popularize and grow this residents. Members of the Chamber organization since its inception 12 also donated canned goods and socks

Justin Crawford, Holidaily Brewing, Manager with Jeff Keener, President and CEO South Metro Denver Chamber

years ago. Rick Bruno SMDC Chairman of the Board and President East Market for FirstBank gave a lovely recollection of the origins of Colorado Gives Day. In 2010, their goal was to achieve $1 million in one day and they ended up raising $8 million dollars the first year. 2020 was the largest year on record for donations with $50 million dollars raised for the Colorado nonprofit community. In totality the event has raised $307 million since inception 10 years ago.

It was great seeing philanthropic members actively participating in this evening, networking, laughing, socializing and sharing positive stories. To demonstrate how SMDC knows how to keep it lively, members were invited to participate in the “best or worst” costume competition. The prize was donated by Rolling Smoke Barbeque. Additional event sponsors were Holidaily Brewing Company in the DTC, and Café 180 in Englewood.

Attendees and members of South Metro Denver Chamber enjoying the evening.

Mary Ann Littler, Peak to Peak Business Strategies, CEO, consultant/coach; Bethany Windley, ENT Credit Union, Business Development; Cheryl Ciasson, Best Option Restorations, Chair for Women in Business; Mayra Whitaker, TRU by Hilton, Asst General Manager; Kaitlyn Perez, TRU by Hilton, General Manager; Mary Keener, Blue Sky Promotions, Sales

Nick Eden: SMDC Administrator; Barb Ritchie, Courageous Faces Foundation; Sam Syed, Northwestern Mutual, Financial Advisor

Natela Manuntseva, Coloradans for Responsible Energy Development; Javion Blake, Jus Chill International, Dir. of Operations; Krista Simonson, RE/MAX professional team, Nicolas Jimenez, Comcast, Dir. of Government and Regulatory Affairs; Tom Barr, Lightsail Video, CEO/Owner

Lori DiFulvio, retired dental hygienist; Dave DiFulvio, Farnsworth Group Architecture and Engineering; Aurora Ogg, Office of John Kellner, DA, Dir of Community Engagement; Jeff Thompson, BOD SMDC, VP of Public Affairs and Chair of Legal Action Committee for SMDC Nick Eden, SMDC Administrator with Olivia Servaes, Nourish Meals on Wheels

Rick Bruno, SMDC Chairman of the Board and President East Market for FirstBank; Nancy Noyes, Noyes Art Designs; Diane McClymonds, Nourish Meals on Wheels; Geoff Blue, SMDC board and Gessler Blue, Attorney; Greg Schmidt, Saunders Construction, CEO

To become a chamber member or to learn about sponsorship opportunities please call President & CEO Jeff Keener @ 303-249-8407 to get involved!

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Wellshire Church’s annual Living Nativity features live animals and stars a newborn baby as Jesus in the retelling of the Christmas story. Hot cocoa and music from Wellshire Brass follows inside the church. Sunday, December 12, at 5:30 pm at Wellshire Presbyterian Church, 2999 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver. Please note that the Living Nativity will be in the parking lot on the West side of the church, along S. Harrison Street.

GREENWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH DRIVE-UP CHRISTMAS

Light Show DECEMBER 3 - 31 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Enjoy a fun and festive evening out with our FREE drive-up Christmas light show synchronized to music!

DECEMBER 17-18 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Join us for something extra special: FREE hot cocoa, cookies, s'mores, and warmth by one of our fire pits while you enjoy the show!

Event created out of COVID necessity for community returns Christmas 2021

SERVICES

Christmas Eve DECEMBER 24 3:00 & 5:00 p.m. In person & online

Greenwood Community Church 5600 E. Belleview Ave. Greenwood Village, CO www.GreenwoodCC.com

As the pandemic forced many changes surrounding events in 2020, the staff and volunteers of Greenwood Community Church got creative with their Christmas plans. In August of 2020 when the church staff and volunteers began brainstorming and planning for the 2020 Christmas season, they were unsure what restrictions or opportunities December 2020 would hold. Says the church’s associate pastor, Adam Long, “An outdoor celebration combined with opportunities for people to connect seemed like something we could plan on in otherwise very uncertain times.” Pastor Doug Brown added, “We wanted to create

an opportunity for people to connect,” something he says “our community greatly needed.” The church staff and volunteers decided to do whatever they could to celebrate Christmas and developed a light show synchronized to music. In addition, they added a couple of evenings of outdoor fun where they served hot chocolate and cookies to anyone who wanted to gather in the parking lot to watch and listen to the show. They also provided an outdoor Christmas Eve service last year in addition to two socially-distanced indoor services. The church’s joy in celebrating Christmas returns this

year for what they’re calling “Light Show 2.0.” They’ve added more elements, updated the play list, and will be running the light show every night beginning at 5:00 p.m. and running through December 31. As the people of Greenwood Community Church value community connection, they’re also again offering free hot chocolate, cookies, and more on December 17 and 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in conjunction with the light display. You can find out more details about this and other events, including their two indoor Christmas Eve services on the church’s event page: GreenwoodCC. com/Events1.

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ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO. LR21-003, COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT TO ADOPT THE ARAPAHOE COUNTY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN BY REFERENCE PROPOSAL: Arapahoe County proposes to amend the 2018 Arapahoe County Comprehensive Plan to adopt the Arapahoe County Hazard Mitigation Plan, by reference, as an element of the Comprehensive Plan. The Arapahoe County Hazard Mitigation Plan can be viewed at the following link: https://www.arapahoegov. com/892/Office-of-EmergencyManagement. The Comprehensive Plan is posted to the Public Works and Development’s Planning and Land Development page at http:// arapahoegov.com/606/Comprehensive-Plan-and-SubArea-Plans. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Sections 30-28-106 and 108 C.R.S., that on January 4, 2022 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 above-described amendment to the Arapahoe County Comprehensive Plan. The agenda will typically be posted by the Friday afternoon preceding the hearing and can be viewed on our website at https://arapahoe.legistar.com/ Calendar. You can also listen to, or speak at, the meeting by calling 1-855-436-3656. To join the speaking queue, press *3 on the telephone keypad. 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 (appointments are recommended), 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: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10539 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB 21-55 2022 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION TREATMENT NOTICE TO BIDDERS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is on file with the Arapahoe County Department of Public Works and Development, Transportation Division, the specifications for Arapahoe County BID NO. ITB-21-55, Arapahoe County Project RB22-300, 2022 Pavement Preservation Treatment Project. Sealed bids (electronic submissions only) will be received and accepted online via Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing Systems

(RMEPS), www.bidnetdirect.com/ colorado. until 2:00 P.M. (our clock) local time on the 20th day of January 2022, for furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and equipment required to construct said public improvement per the plans and specifications. All bids must clearly reference ITB-21-55 on the electronic submittal. Such bids as are received will be publicly opened and read aloud via Microsoft Teams, at 2:15 P.M. local time on the above stated day. These Project plans and specifications are available to all interested Contractors through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website only located at http:// www.govbids.com/scripts/CO1/ public/home1.asp. The Project Plans and Specifications will be available on December 16, 2021. Electronic versions of the Plans obtained by any other means than as described above may not be complete or accurate, and it is the Bidder’s responsibility to obtain a complete set of the Project Plans and Specifications. The Project Plans and Specifications will be available for public examination only at the Arapahoe County Department of Public Works – Transportation Division located at 6924 S. Lima St. Centennial CO, 80112. The Work generally consists of a Chip Seal surface treatment application, either a double layer with fabric, or a single layer without fabric, and/or Slurry Seal surface treatment application, including, but not limited to, cleaning of streets to receive seal coat application, application of seal coat, removal of excess cover aggregate, Fog Seal, asphalt patching, crack sealing, replacement of pavement markings, final clean-up and other associated items on designated streets within unincorporated Arapahoe County. Each bid shall be made on the Form of Bid provided in the Contract Documents, and no Bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) days from the date set for opening of bids. Each Bid must be accompanied, in the electronic submission separate from the one containing the Bid, by a bid bond on an approved form in the amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the Bid price, made payable to Arapahoe County, Colorado which shall be considered as liquidated damages and shall be forfeited to the County if said Bid is accepted and the Bidder fails to execute the Contract within 10 calendar days after the acceptance of the Contractor’s Bid by the County. Note that the Contractor’s electronic submission must be received at the time and place specified in this Solicitation. See “Invitation to Bid – Specification Form” for additional information. The Work herein provided for shall be done under written Contract with the Contractor submitting the Bid, which is deemed to be in the best interest of the County. Upon review of Bid prices, the County may be required to add or delete portions of Work from this Project. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish, as part of the Contract Documents, an insurance certificate in the amount specified in the Standard Special Provisions,

ARAPAHOE COUNTY TREASURER 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 DALE HORTON, DALE E HORTON, DAWN HORTON, DAWN C HORTON, HERBERT F SANFORD, MARK ZIRINSKY, CRUS HERNANDEZ, ESTATE OF CRUS HERNANDEZ, SHERIDAN SANITATION #2, SHERIDAN DELINQUENT STORM, MIKE KITAJIMA, FIRSTBANK OF WHEAT RIDGE, ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC TRUSTEE, CORNERSTONE CONSTRUCTION You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 1st day of November, 2018, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to James P. Boyle, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: N 44 FT OF LOTS 13 & 14 ALSO E 3 FT 8 IN OF W 5 FT OF S 100 FT OF 14, EX RTS/WAY BLK 2 SHERIDAN aka 3435 W MANSFIELD AVE 1/2

and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to JAMES P BOYLE; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2017; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of DALE HORTON for said year 2017; That said JAMES P BOYLE, on the 1st day of November, 2021, 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 JAMES P BOYLE, on or about the 20th day of March, 2022, 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 10th day of December, 2021, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: December 16, 2021 Last Publication: December 30, 2021 Legal # 10543 ___________________________

a Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of its Contract Amount, said bonds to be issued by a responsible corporate surety approved by the County and shall guarantee the faithful performance of the Contract and the terms and conditions therein contained and shall guarantee the prompt payment of all materials and labor, and protect and save harmless the County and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) from claims and damages of any kind caused by the operations of the Contractor.

after the acceptance of the Contractor’s Bid by the County. Note that the Contractor’s electronic submission must be received at the time and place specified in this Solicitation. See “Invitation to Bid – Specification Form” for additional information.

The County will hold a MANDATORY pre-bid conference for all interested parties at 10:00 A.M. on the 5th day of January, 2022.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish, as part of the Contract Documents, an insurance certificate in the amount specified in the Standard Special Provisions, a Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of its Contract Amount, said bonds to be issued by a responsible corporate surety approved by the County and shall guarantee the faithful performance of the Contract and the terms and conditions therein contained and shall guarantee the prompt payment of all materials and labor, and protect and save harmless the County and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) from claims and damages of any kind caused by the operations of the Contractor.

The conference will be held via Microsoft Teams. RSVP is required to receive the link to participate. Attendance by prospective Bidders is required. The County will post copies of the Pre-bid Meeting Minutes as an Addendum on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website and the County is not responsible for ensuring receipt of the Pre-bid meeting minutes from the website or providing information discussed or clarifications of discussion at the pre-bid conference to those who did not attend. Arapahoe County reserves the right to reject any and all or part of any and all Bids, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, and to accept the Bid that is in the best interest of the County. ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO By: Joan Lopez Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10540 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-59 HIGH PLAINS TRAIL/CHERRY CREEK TRAIL CONNECTOR PROJECT NOTICE TO BIDDERS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is on file with the Arapahoe County Department of Public Works and Development, Transportation Division, the specifications for Arapahoe County BID NO. ITB-21-59, Arapahoe County Project C19-019, High Plains Trail/Cherry Creek Trail Connector Project. Sealed bids (electronic submissions only) will be received and accepted online via Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing Systems (RMEPS), www.bidnetdirect.com/ colorado. until 2:00 P.M. (our clock) local time on the 20th day of January 2022, for furnishing all labor, tools, materials, and equipment required to construct said public improvement per the plans and specifications. All bids must clearly reference ITB-21-59 on the electronic submittal. Such bids as are received will be publicly opened and read aloud via Microsoft Teams, at 2:15 P.M. local time on the above stated day. These Project plans and specifications are available to all interested Contractors through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website only located at http:// www.govbids.com/scripts/CO1/ public/home1.asp. The Project Plans and Specifications will be available on December 16, 2021. Electronic versions of the Plans obtained by any other means than as described above may not be complete or accurate, and it is the Bidder’s responsibility to obtain a complete set of the Project Plans and Specifications. The Project Plans and Specifications will be available for public examination only at the Arapahoe County Department of Public Works – Transportation Division located at 6924 S. Lima St. Centennial CO, 80112.

The Work herein provided for shall be done under written Contract with the Contractor submitting the Bid, which is deemed to be in the best interest of the County. Upon review of Bid prices, the County may be required to add or delete portions of Work from this Project.

The County will hold a pre-bid conference for all interested parties at 10:00 AM on the 4th day of January 2022. The conference will be held via Microsoft Teams. RSVP is required to receive the link to participate. Attendance by prospective Bidders is recommended. The County will post copies of the Pre-bid Meeting Minutes as an Addendum on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System Website and the County is not responsible for ensuring receipt of the Pre-bid meeting minutes from the website or providing information discussed or clarifications of discussion at the pre-bid conference to those who did not attend. Arapahoe County reserves the right to reject any and all or part of any and all Bids, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, and to accept the Bid that is in the best interest of the County. ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO By: Joan Lopez Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10541 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT To whom it may concern: This notice is given with regard to items in the custody of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that have been released for public auction. The Sheriff’s Office will release numerous items including but not limited to, bicycles, jewelry, audio/ visual equipment, automotive parts, tools, sports equipment (such as camping, rafting, skiing gear, etc.), household goods and other items of personal property to a private auction company identified as Propertyroom.com and/or Roller Auction. These items will be released for on-line bidding on the last Tuesday of each month for Roller Auction and the last day of the month for Propertyroom. com. Both auctions are open to the public. If any citizen believes they have property in the possession of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that can be identified, and for which they can show proof of ownership associated with a written report that has been filed with the Sheriff’s Office prior to this announcement, can contact the evidence section of the Sheriff’s Office. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board

High Plains Trail/Cherry Creek Trail Connector Project. The work is at the Arapahoe County/ Douglas County line on Parker Road installing a grade-separated crossing of Parker Road, connection to existing Cherry Creek Trail and future trail connection.

Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10542 ___________________________

Each bid shall be made on the Form of Bid provided in the Contract Documents, and no Bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) days from the date set for opening of bids. Each Bid must be accompanied, in the electronic submission separate from the one containing the Bid, by a bid bond on an approved form in the amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the Bid price, made payable to Arapahoe County, Colorado which shall be considered as liquidated damages and shall be forfeited to the County if said Bid is accepted and the Bidder fails to execute the Contract within 10 calendar days

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COURTS Court Address: 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 In re: the Marriage of· Petitioner: Elisa Plata and Respondent: Juan Francisco Ruedas Lamas Attorney for Petitioner: The Law Offices of Rodger C. Daley and Associates Rodger C. Daley, Atty. No. 12226 Carrie Vonachen, Atty. No. 34844 724 East 19th Avenue

If you were served in the State of Colorado, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 21 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action. If you were served outside of the State of Colorado or you were served by publication, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 35 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action. You may be required to pay a filing fee with your Response. The Response form (JDF 1103) can be found at www.courts.state. co.us by clicking on the “Self Help/ Forms” tab. After 91 days from the date of service or publication, the Court may enter a Decree affecting your marital status, distribution of property and debts, issues involving children such as child support, allocation of parental responsibilities (decision-making and parenting time), maintenance (spousal support), attorney fees, and costs to the extent the Court has jurisdiction. If you fail to file a Response in this case, any or all of the matters above, or any related matters which come before this Court, may be decided without further notice to you. This is an action to obtain a Decree of: Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation as more fully described in the attached Petition, and if you have children, for orders regarding the children of the marriage. Notice: § 14-10-107, C.R.S. provides that upon the filing of a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation by the Petitioner and Co-Petitioner, or upon personal service of the Petition and Summons on the Respondent, or upon waiver and acceptance of service by the Respondent, an automatic temporary injunction shall be in effect against both parties until the Final Decree is entered, or the Petition is dismissed, or until further Order of the Court. Either party may apply to the Court for further temporary orders, an expanded temporary injunction, or modification or revocation under§14-10-108, C.R.S. A request for genetic tests shall not prejudice the requesting party in matters concerning allocation of parental responsibilities pursuant to §14-10-124( 1.5), C.R.S. If genetic tests are not obtained prior to a legal establishment of paternity and submitted into evidence prior to the entry of the final decree of dissolution or legal separation, the genetic tests may not be allowed into evidence at a later date. Automatic Temporary Injunction-By Order of Colorado Law, You and Your Spouse are: 1. Restrained from transferring, encumbering, concealing or in any way disposing of, without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, any marital property, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life. Each party is required to notify the other party of any proposed extraordinary expenditures and to account to the Court for all extraordinary expenditures made after the injunction is in effect; 2. Enjoined from molesting or disturbing the peace of the other party; 3. Restrained from removing the minor children of the parties, if any, from the State without the consent of the other party or an Order of the Court; and 4. Restrained without at least 14 days advance notification and the written consent of the other party or an Order of the Court, from canceling, modifying, terminating, or allowing to lapse for non-payment of premiums, any policy of health insurance, homeowner’s or renter’s insurance, or automobile insurance that provides coverage to either of the parties or the minor children or any policy of life insurance that names either of the parties or the minor children as a beneficiary. By checking this box, I am acknowledging I am filling in the blanks and not changing anything else on the form. C&lBy checking this box, I am acknowledging that I have made a change to the original content of this form. Date: November 29, 2021 Carrie Vonachen, #34844 Attorney for Petitioner Published in The Villager First Publication: : December 2, 2021 Last Publication: December 30, 2021 Legal # 10528 ___________________________ DISTRICT COURT ARAPAHOE COUNTY,

COLORADO Arapahoe County Dist. Ct. Clerk 7325 S. Potomac St. Englewood, CO 80112 The People of the State of Colorado In the interest of: Quintin Don Brown, a child born 3-4-20 Upon the Petition of: Jordan Daniel Titoni and Lindsay Michel Bryant Titoni, Petitioners and concerning Anessa Crystal Nicole Brown and all potential birthfathers, Respondent Ron J. Robinson, Attorney for Plaintiffs 1155 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Suite 111 Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Phone: (719) 330-6677 Fax:(719) 265-9298 E-mail ron@ronrobinsonlaw.com Atty. Re2. # 1203 Case Number: 2021 JA 130 Div.:22. Ctrm.: NOTICE OF ADOPTION PROCEEDING AND SUMMONS TO RESPOND PURSUANT TO §19-5-105(5), C.R.S. To the above named Respondent(s): You are hereby notified that a Petition for Adoption has been filed and if you wish to respond to the Petition, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 35 days after this Notice is served on you. Your response must be accompanied by the applicable filing fee of$158.00. Your failure to file a Response, or to appear, within 35 days after service, and, in the case of an alleged father, your failure to file a claim of paternity under Article 4 of Title 19, C.R.S., within 35 days after service, if a claim has not previously been filed, may likely result in termination of your parental or your alleged parental rights to the minor child. The Petition for Custodial and Designated Adoption, Petition to Terminate the Parent-Child Legal Relationship and Affidavit of Abandonment or Non Support are filed in the court file in the above described action. Date: 12-8-21 Clerk of Clerk/Deputy Clerk/Attorney Published in The Villager First Publication: December 16, 2021 Last Publication: January 13, 2022 Legal # 10544 ___________________________ 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: MICHAEL PARKER JR., Child, and concerning JAID GREENE and MICHAEL PARKER, Respondents. Jordan Lewis, Esq., Reg. #50198 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: 303-636-1883 Fax: (303) 636-1889 Case No: 21JV537 Division: 14 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding RESPONDENT MOTHER, JAID GREENE and RESPONDENT FATHER, MICHAEL PARKER is set for JANUARY 12, 2022 at 10:30 A.M. in Division 14 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(ren) dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Due to COVID 19, the Arapahoe County District Court is holding 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: •https://judicial.webex.com/meet/ bonnie.mclean •Enter your name and email address (so we know who you are). You will then be in the virtual

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900 new housing units in Streets of SouthGlenn Continued from page 8

Provost talked about how Alberta had converted the Southglenn Mall into SOS 15 years ago with an investment of $300 million and how Northwood and Alberta have now invested between $40 million and $50 million to acquire the Sears and Macy’s properties. He added that SOS is responsible for 2,100 average jobs created. He described SOS as a development that, “Offers a diverse mix of uses and offerings: retail, entertainment, food & beverage, residential, and office, with a mix of local and national tenants.” Chris Fashing of Felsburg Holt and Ullevig (FHU), the area’s premier transportation-focused consulting firm, noted that his firm has been involved in collecting and analyzing traffic data in the area for 35 years, largely for purposes of assessing its impact on development. For this project, FHU “developed short-term and long-term traffic projections” (pre-COVID). They found that the proposed redevelopment would meet the city’s level of service traffic goals both long and short term with some possible traffic signal phasing adjustments and

courtroom. •Select your audio setting. If the audio on your computer or tablet does not work, please use the alternate audio option of calling in to the number below. 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. When prompted enter code 925 850 797. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin. Dated this 6th day of December 2021. Jordan Lewis, Reg. #50198 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-636-1883 303-636-1889 FAX Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10545 ___________________________

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Denise Lynn Cheek, Deceased Case Number 2021PR031055 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, County, Colorado or Renee L. Frost c/o Webb Law Group, LLC, Joseph G. Webb, Esq. 925 South Niagara Street, Suite 240 Denver, Colorado 80224 Published in The Villager First Publication: : December 9, 2021 Last Publication: December 23, 2021 Legal # 10537 ___________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ronald P. Trujillo, also known as Ronald Paul Trujillo, also known as Ronald Trujillo, Deceased Case Number 2021PR31286 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before April 22, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred. Angela Lopez, Personal Representative c/o Stewart B. Grant, Attorney at Law, LLC 12265 W. Bayaud Avenue, Suite 210 Lakewood, CO 80228 Published in The Villager First Publication: December 16, 2021 Last Publication: December 30, 2021 Legal # 10555 ___________________________

CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS

some possible lane redesigns. Concluding the presentation of the developer, Attorney White outlined how and why the proposed redevelopment met the approval criteria of the City of Centennial, including its consistency with the Southglenn subarea plan, the intent of the design and mixed-use concept of the MDP as amended, it’s providing of public benefits to the SOS and Centennial as a whole, its compatibility with existing development, and its financial fitness. Next, City Planner Campbell explained why city staff agreed that the plan met Centennial’s approval criteria. With two hours gone, the city council began hearing from Centennial residents. Although close to 20 had signed up, about half of those still wanted to speak. The most important speaker was from the Centennial Council of Neighborhoods (CenCom) who expressed her sincere appreciation for the time and efforts of the developers to listen and respond to residents’ concerns over the past two years. She said that CenCom generally supported the redevelopment, although it, “still objected to

VILLAGE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 14, SERIES 2021 A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A BUDGET AND LEVYING PROPERTY TAXES FOR THE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, COLORADO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022 Copies of the Ordinances are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10546 ___________________________ CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 15, SERIES 2021 A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, COLORADO AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022 Copies of the Ordinances are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10547 ___________________________ CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE ORDINANCE 16, SERIES 2021 A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, AMENDING THE 2021 BUDGET AND APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION IN THE GENERAL FUND AND THE PARKS AND RECREATION FUND FOR EXPENDITURES RELATED TO THE PUBLIC AFFAIRS CONSULTANT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT Copies of the Ordinances are on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10548 ___________________________

GLENDALE CITY OF GLENDALE PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE The following ordinances were passed before the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, on the 7th day of December, 2021, and was ordered published by said Council: CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 4 SERIES OF 2021 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, FOR THE

the 75-foot height” because there is already a parking shortage at SOS. Other residents who spoke also objected to the 75-foot height, as well as the density, lack of affordable housing units, lack of compatibility, and the belief that people who live in apartments “come with a transient lifestyle.” After further discussion about traffic, the three and one-half hour meeting was adjourned until the following night, when members of the city council asked developers about the revenues that would be generated by the project, the architectural style and reason for the requested 75-foot height of the residential, the mix of sizes of apartments, and adequacy of parking, In discussion about the number of residential units proposed to be built, Attorney White described the 1,125 total apartments that would be in SOS when combining the new development with the existing residential, as the amount of residential that “creates a critical mass of residents to energize the center… to make it possible to build the rest of the commercial that we hope to be able to build here.” Council Member Kathy Turley

CALENDAR YEAR 2022, ESTIMATING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY NECESSARY TO BE RAISED BY TAX LEVY BASED ON THE SAID BUDGET SO ADOPTED; ESTIMATING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY TO BE DERIVED FROM OTHER REVENUE SOURCES; AND SETTING FORTH THE TOTAL EXPENDITURES FOR EACH FUND Copies of this ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Dated the 9th day of December, 2021 City of Glendale, Colorado Veronica Marvin, City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10549 ___________________________ CITY OF GLENDALE PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE The following ordinances were passed before the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, on the 7th day of December, 2021, and was ordered published by said Council: CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO

asked Provost whether any condominiums were planned in addition to rental apartments. He said he thought there might be an opportunity for some condos at the north end depending on the market. He said this was a great location to live because one could “walk a block to Whole Foods.” More than three hours into the meeting, Mayor Piko asked council members to share their thought processes about the project, noting that no formal vote would be taken until January. Council Member Mike Sutherland said, “Change is difficult. The comprehensive plan was developed to guide that change…We need to think about providing places that will be attractive to both current and future residents and I think this proposal provides for both.” He talked about the need to provide housing for current Centennial residents who wished to downsize and those who wished to live in Centennial but weren’t ready to buy a single-family home. He also pointed to the, “definite public benefits to having this kind of mixeduse development within our city, to have a place where people can go and get something to eat, go to a movie, and live in an area where

ORDINANCE NO. 5 SERIES OF 2021 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, APPROPRIATING SUMS OF MONEY TO DEFRAY EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE FOR THE CITY’S CALENDAR YEAR 2022 Copies of this ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Dated the 9th day of December, 2021 City of Glendale, Colorado Veronica Marvin, City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10550 ___________________________ CITY OF GLENDALE PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE The following ordinances were passed before the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, on the 7th day of December, 2021, and was ordered published by said Council: CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 6

SPECIAL DISTRICTS NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE is hereby given that the Cherry Creek Vista Park and Recreation District, PO Box 359, Littleton, Colorado, will make final payment on December 17, 2021, to Colorado Landscape Solutions, of 10192 Feldspar Court, Parker, Colorado for all Work done by said Contractor in connection with, or Work done on the Cherry Creek Vista Right-of-Way Brick Fence, unincorporated Arapahoe County, State of Colorado. 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 such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the Work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the Work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time for final settlement for the Work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to the Cherry Creek Vista Park and Recreation District, on or before the date and time herein above shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Cherry Creek Vista Park and Recreation District, its directors, officers, agents and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim. Cherry Creek Vista Park and Recreation District By: /s/ Board of Directors Published in The Villager First Publication: December 9, 2021 Last Publication: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10532 ___________________________ FINAL SETTLEMENT Project Title: Castlewood Water & Sanitation District 2021 Operations & Maintenance Project Owners: Castlewood Water & Sanitation District Project Location: City of Greenwood Village, Colorado The Castlewood Water & Sanitation District plans to accept the above titled project as substantially complete and for Final Settlement to Guildner Pipeline Maintenance after January 14, 2021. In accordance with the Contract Documents, the Castlewood Water & Sanitation District may withhold a portion of the remaining payment to be made to Guildner Pipeline Maintenance, as necessary, to protect the Castlewood Water & Sanitation District from loss on account of claims filed and failure of Guildner Pipeline Maintenance to make payments properly to subcontractors or suppliers. Project suppliers and subcontractors of Guildner Pipe-

they can walk down the street, get a cup of coffee with friends or walk to a restaurant and get a meal with friends without having to get out onto the streets and add to the traffic…” Council Member Tammy Maurer expressed support for the project, noting that residential development “has the least amount of (traffic) impact.” The data that had been presented by the traffic experts showed that offices generate nearly twice as many trips per day and retail generates four to five times as many daily trips as does residential. Council Members Mike Sheehan, Marlo Austin, Rick Holt, Christina Sweetland, Candace Moon, and Kathy Turley, along with Mayor Piko, also voiced their support. Sweetland said, “The only way that we can have that vibrant community where we have great restaurants and good things to do on a Friday night that I can walk to is to increase the number of people that are actually in that community that will live, go out, and work there.” Moon commended Chris Fashing of FHU for the excellent work his firm had done on the traffic study. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com.

SERIES OF 2021 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, LEVYING TAXES FOR THE YEAR 2021 TO DEFRAY THE COSTS OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2022, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2022 Copies of this ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Dated the 9th day of December, 2021 City of Glendale, Colorado Veronica Marvin, City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10551 ___________________________ CITY OF GLENDALE PUBLIC NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE

CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 7 SERIES OF 2021 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, REVISING THE WATER RATES AND FEES OF THE WATER ENTERPRISE Copies of this ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours. Dated the 9th day of December, 2021 City of Glendale, Colorado Veronica Marvin, City Clerk Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10552 __________________________

The following ordinances were passed before the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, on the 7th day of December, 2021, and was ordered published by said Council:

line Maintenance are hereby notified that unresolved outstanding claims must be certified and forwarded to: Contact Person: Barney Fix, P.E. Address: 5970 Greenwood Plaza Blvd. Greenwood Village, CO 80111 as soon as possible, but no later than January 10, 2021. Published in The Villager First Publication: December 16, 2021 Last Publication: December 30, 2021 Legal # 10553 ___________________________ NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2022 BUDGET AND HEARING MARIN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed budget has been submitted to the MARIN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT for the ensuing year of 2022. A copy of such proposed budget has been filed with the front desk of The Landmark East Tower, where same is open for public inspection. Such proposed budget will be considered at a hearing at a special meeting of the Marin Metropolitan District to be held at 3:00 P.M. on Monday, December 20, 2021. The meeting will be conducted by remote participation. Any interested elector within the Marin Metropolitan District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2022 budget. Due to the Covid–19 Emergency, the Marin District Board meetings are being conducted by remote participation. Public comment is limited to written comments, which may be e-mailed to Stephen Goldman at GoldmanTeam@aol.com by 6:00 p.m. on Sunday December 19, 2021. To attend via Zoom, use the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86563095840?pwd=cjBmS1lOQ1lHQlpHck0rM kRHWUJpZz09 Meeting ID: 865 6309 5840 Passcode: 881873 To join via phone, dial 720-707-2699 and enter the meeting ID and passcode listed above. MARIN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: Stephen Goldman, President Published in The Villager Published: December 16, 2021 Legal # 10554 ___________________________

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Call 303-880-5000. DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS BLOSSOMS OF LIGHT Nightly, Nov. 19-Jan. 8, 4:30-9 p.m., York Street. A twinkling winter wonderland. Tickets must be purchased in advance. CHATFIELD FARMS TRAIL OF LIGHTS Nov. 26 - Jan. 2 5-8:30 p.m. Winding path glistening with lights. Lights synchronized to music in the children’s play area and two three-sided light tunnels. Tickets must be purchased in advance. TESORO CULTURAL CENTER’S HOLIDAY EVENTS Dec. 24, Las Posadas on Christmas Eve. The Fort Restaurant, 19192 Hwy 8 in Morrison. 4-5:30 p.m. Las Posadas celebration commemorating Mary & Joseph’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem on the night of Jesus’ birth. Info: 303-839-1671. COLORADO BOOK AWARDS OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS Awards are presented in at least ten categories. Submissions are due by Jan. 7, 2022. Books must be published in Oct.-Dec. 2020 and 2021. Entry forms: visit the Colorado Book Awards webpage. THE VILLAGE TOY DRIVE Donate: First American State Bank, 8390 E Crescent Pkwy, Suite 100, Greenwood Village. Deadline for donations is 12/17/2021 CITY-WIDE TOY DRIVE Denver Santa Claus Shop is collecting new toys for local children in need. DSCS expects to serve 13,000 youngsters this year. Our mission is “A Toy for Every Girl & Boy. DSCS will have a “drive-thru” free toy giveaway in December. Families in need are invited to DSCS by local Social Service Agencies and Community Partners. DSCS serves children ages newborn through 11 years old and CANNOT accept any used toys or new or used stuffed animals due to COVID. Donations can be made online or in person.

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It has become an annual tradition for the Common Sense Institute to analyze the way our state government allocates its resources from year to year. These charts show that, over the past 14 years, the total operating appropriations for all state departments have increased by 110% while the amount allocated to Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) has gone up 267%. In FY2008, HCPF absorbed 21% of the state’s resources. By FY2022, that share had shot up to 36%. In the area of education, K-12 appropriations have dropped from 23% of total appropriations to 18%, however the State Education Fund will receive $450 million in extra money over the next three years that is expected to result in an increase of $526 per-pupil. The amount allocated to higher education has doubled in 14 years from $2.568 billion to $5.116 billion but its share of the total appropriations has dropped from 15% to 14% of total available resources. Transportation accounted for 6.3% of the state’s appropriations in FY2008 and 5.6% of the state’s appropriations in FY2022 even though the population that drives on Colorado roads increased from 4.5 million people to 5.7 million people over that time. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

This is an illustration of the total appropriations to each department of Colorado state government for the year July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008.

This is an illustration of the total appropriations allocated to each department of Colorado state government for the year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022.