VOLUME 39 • NUMBER 2 • DECEMBER 3, 2020
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Football Bruins are headed to state championship game again
This was the scoreboard at Cherry Creek Stutler Bowl as time ran out on the semi-final game between the Creek Bruins and the Pomona Panthers Photos by Freda Miklin BY FREDA MIKLIN STAFF WRITER
In spite of all the limitations (no locker rooms, no fans, shortened season) Cherry Creek High School’s Bruins football team hasn’t lost any more games this season than it did in the previous one. In possession of a 21-game win streak heading into the semi-final at Cherry Creek Stutler Bowl on a sunny November 28th afternoon, the number one-ranked Bruins took on the number four-ranked undefeated Pomona Panthers. The Bruins were stacked with seniors. QB Julian Hammond is
headed to CU to play basketball. Myles Purchase, who plays running back and defensive back, will play football for Iowa State in the fall. Wide-receiver Chase Penry, who has caught more passes than Christian McCaffrey did in his high school career, will wear the black and gold next year in Boulder and was a Sports Illustrated All-American nominee. Nationally ranked tight end Gunnar Helm is headed to Texas and defensive back Al Ashford is committed to Wisconsin. Playmaker Arden Walker, Continued on page 5
After Pomona scored a touchdown in the second quarter, Defensive Coordinator Tom Doherty told his players, “Did we expect to not be scored on? This is the semi-finals. Just relax.” Pomona did not score again.
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Governor wants to help small businesses BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Although the 2021 regular session of the Colorado state legislature is scheduled to begin on January 13, 2021, Governor Polis issued an executive order on November 19 calling back the 2020 legislature for a special session, hoped to last only three days, beginning on November 30. Polis’ goal was to offer assistance to the state’s small businesses who are facing debilitating economic situations, “since federal relief efforts are stalled.” The governor was unable to attend the session in person due to having contracted COVID-19. Outgoing and incoming leaders of the Democratic-controlled state house and senate held a press conference on November 29 to outline their plans to provide assistance in the seven areas outlined by Polis in his executive order. They all emphasized their strong desire to get bipartisan support for the funding initiatives. As well, they underlined their willingness to allow
any other bills proposed by their Republican colleagues to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic to be heard and considered for approval. Four bills passed in the House on the first day of the session, headed to the Senate and expected to pass, for sales tax relief and support for child care, broadband, and food pantries, were each sponsored by a Democrat and a Republican. Democrats were Reps. Alex Valdez, Cathy Kipp, Mary Young, and Lisa Cutter. Republicans were Reps. Kevin Van Winkle, Lois Landgraf, Rod Bockenfeld, and Matthew Soper. Funding for the proposed initiatives will come from sales and income tax revenue the state has received since June that is above what was anticipated when the budget for fiscal year 2021 (July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021) was approved. The additional revenue was generated by businesses with the assistance of federal CARES Act money. While the total available new funds approaching $300 million are expected to fill some gaping
needs, all the legislators who spoke made it clear that this program would only provide a small part of what is required to address the economic impact of the pandemic. Outgoing House Speaker K.C. Becker said, “We need Washington to act to deliver the comprehensive help that we need.” Incoming Senate President Leroy Garcia added, “Small businesses have been waiting for Congress with no result. We cannot afford to wait any longer to do something.” Incoming Senate Majority Leader Stephen Fenberg explained that half the bills will be introduced in the state house and half in the state senate. The legislators hope to provide: 1. $57 million in direct financial aid to help small businesses that are suffering economically due to capacity restrictions, like restaurants and bars. 2. $50 million for renters and landlords who are vulnerable to eviction or foreclosure. 3. $20 million in subsidies or for infrastructure for broadband capacity for education.
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4. $5 million to support the Low Income Energy Assistance Foundation. 5. $100 million for public health to assure the state’s ability to respond quickly and adequately to the COVID-19 emergency; some of this money will be reimbursed by FEMA, but this is to assure there is not a cash flow issue. 6. $45 million in child care support to help existing providers keep their doors open and support new providers with the goal of supplying capacity for 100,000 children. 7. $3 million for food pantry assistance; one in three Coloradans are struggling with food insecurity. In addition, a sales tax relief
bill will be introduced to allow restaurants, bars, and food trucks to retain the state sales tax they collect in the months of November through February as a grant from the state. Although only Democratic legislators submitted their bills in advance of the session, outgoing Republican Senator Jack Tate (he chose not to run for re-election) announced one week before the session that he intended to introduce a bill that would confer immunity on businesses and non-profits with less than 50 employees that make good-faith efforts to comply with applicable safety guidelines to prevent transmission of the coronavirus to employees or customers. Tate’s program would expire after two years. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
Jeff Baker is apparent winner in Arapahoe County Commissioner district three BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
In a tweet, the Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder’s office announced on November 13 that the race for Arapahoe County Commissioner district three had qualified for a recount, with Republican incumbent Jeff Baker holding a 165-vote lead over Democratic challenger attorney Idris Keith, out of 81,667 votes cast in the race. The Clerk’s office has until December 8 to complete the task, after which the results will be final. Baker hopes his lead will hold up, resulting in a second four-year term representing district three, which is comprised of portions of the cities of Centennial and Aurora, the Towns of Foxfield, Bennet, and Deer Trail, and unincorporated eastern Arapahoe County. The Villager asked Baker what had changed since he won the seat for the first time in 2016 by 56% to 44%. He told us, “What’s changed is the demographics of district three. There are far fewer Republicans, much more unaffiliated voters, and a few more Democrats. I targeted the unaffiliateds. When my wife and I were walking, we had more discussions with people this time than when I ran in 2016, even though I didn’t ring doorbells. People were nicer to me, maybe because I didn’t ring the bell and interrupt their day. They were civil. More doors were slammed in my face in 2016.” We asked what people told Baker. He said, “People wanted to talk mostly about the presidential election. It was a difficult conversation. I don’t have “Republican” on my flyer (even though it is a partisan election and Baker is the Republican candidate). I ran into a lot more pro-Trump folks than I did in 2016, making me think Trump was definitely going to win.” (President Trump lost Arapahoe County by a margin of 61% to 36%). If Baker’s re-election is confirmed
Jeff Baker hopes to be confirmed as the winner of a second four-year term as district three representative for the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners. following the mandatory recount, we asked him what his goals were for a second term as county commissioner. He told us he planned to continue to work on transportation. He currently chairs the Arapahoe County Transportation Forum for DRCOG (the Denver Regional Council of Governments) “where we talk about how to prioritize transportation projects countywide.” Baker also sits on the board of the Unified Metropolitan Forensic Crime Lab that serves one million people in the 18th Judicial District — which includes Douglas, Arapahoe, Elbert and Lincoln counties — plus Aurora. He told us that they are “now doing DNA testing, which is very helpful to law enforcement.” The commissioner told us he “wants to learn more about the home-
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Hope lives eternal The last of the leftover turkey, dressing and mashed potatoes have disappeared, not to return until Christmas. The silent joy of Thanksgiving has passed with many of us staying home over having reduced family gathering. It is like the nation is holding its breath, awaiting the arrival of the miracle vaccine. Millions of Americans did travel over this traditional family weekend. Covid-19 is expected to benefit from the masses of people who have sacrificed their safety and health to be with family and friends. It is really a personal decision of how to address this
About the time I think that the Broncos are making a comeback we have a game like this past week. Why would we play a football game without a quarterback? The game should have been postponed. It appears that leadership is sadly lacking in Bronco land. It is unfair to the players and fans to sacrifice a game when the team played so well against the Miami Dolphins the week prior. *** Take note that the Optimist Club of Monaco South has opened their Christmas tree lot at the American Legion location at I-25 and Evans. The tree sales provide scholarships for students every year. (Update - All trees sold out) *** Poppies restaurant on South Colorado Blvd is still serving meals in their large outdoor tent. A favorite hangout for Cherry Hills folks, just a short drive down Colorado Blvd. The food and service still at that same top gourmet level in price and quality.
epidemic, proceed at your own risk sort of thing. Hopefully American ingenuity and science will pull us through this epidemic and within a few more months this crisis will slowly go away. It is unclear what returning to normal will be like. Many employees and employers have learned how to work at home. It is greatly aided by Zoom, DocuSign, Snap, Data Dog, Federal Express and United Parcel Service. With smart phones and computers, we have adjusted to a new work style that can mean home and office.
Gone, but not forgotten, are Zaidy’s, Racines, and The Great Northern Tavern. Ed Novak and Zane’s still hanging in there with their patio and great Italian cuisine. So many places having to close. *** Some restaurants are surviving with their takeout service and home deliveries. I miss my morning stops at McDonalds and long for the reopening of their indoor dining areas. A great place to meet friends and have a morning coffee. My Lions Club is meeting by Zoom and while it keeps the club functioning it lacks the friendship and personal relationships forged among members of all service clubs. This is a strange experience for all living Americans and a life changing event that comes as a complete surprise to the world. I do believe that once the vaccine starts working there will be an explosion of travel and many of these restaurants and business firms reopening. Americans are very versatile people and the free enterprise
We owe a great gratitude of thanks to all of the frontline workers who have gone to work at hospitals, grocery stores, and gasoline stations. A thank you to our police, firemen, and so many workers behind the scene that keep America working. There are many heroes among us who go to work every day on our behalf. We have kept this newspaper operating at a high level and will continue to do so with our excellent staff. Lastly, with so many people spending more time at home, online shopping has reached record levels. Remember that shopping locally creates the sales tax and jobs that fuel our city and county governments. These sales tax funds are the lifeblood of our schools with
system will survive and endure into the future. What I see on the political scene is hundreds of emails soliciting funds for the Georgia runoff. President Trump will leave office on schedule and whether he runs again in 2024 remains to be seen. He has had a successful four years meeting his campaign promises and that may be his epitaph. The new Biden administration appears to be rebuilding the Obama regime, elections do matter. We can only hope the new leadership success and that America can remain strong and healthy going forward. One of President Trump’s few downfalls was not establishing a new health care system for all Americans. I think that was one of the major reasons for his defeat in the election, along with the Covid-19 epidemic. He certainly gave America four exciting years and he set a fast pace for our country that may be missed. Only time will tell. We need to be Americans first. *** Reading the oldest newspaper in Colorado, The Weekly
the majority of taxes going to support education. When you shop on-line do it with local merchants. Almost every local business now have web pages. Malls are open and most retail business folks maintaining safe Covid-19 procedures. Taking a real hit are our local bars and restaurants that have been whipsawed by rules and regulations. Many wonderful establishments have closed for good; that is tragic for business owners, customers, and employees. Let’s support our local merchants in person or on-line. We can purchase gift cards for future items when we can all get together once again. Hope lives eternal.
Register-Call coming out of historic Central City and Black Hawk they report the following news from December 3, 1870. First, a successful hunting trip. “Judge Belford and G.B. Reed went hunting on Thanksgiving Day south of Clear Creek, the latter bringing down a deer that weighted 200 pounds.” And unemployment abounded back in 1870 with this prophetic announcement by law enforcement. “Mr. W. B. Jenness, marshal of Black Hawk, had a warning notice in the paper to the effect that all persons who had no visible means of support, and were found loafing about saloons, would be given ten days to secure work, or they would be arrested and prosecuted as vagrants.” Wonder what the Marshall would say today? *** Visit a local store close to where you live this week and thank them for remaining open to serve all of us, or at home shop online with LOCAL MERCHANTS ***
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The best part about holiday cooking: the leftovers, especially turkey. This delicious, chunky, vegetable-studded soup is my favorite way of putting it to good use. Creamy and comforting, with tender bits of meat, you really can’t go wrong. You could use the turkey carcass to make a stock with a mirepoix of carrot, celery, and onions—or go the easier route of using a store-bought broth. Make sure to grab a low-sodium option as that will
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give you more control over the seasoning. The creaminess in this soup comes from a roux, which is when equal parts of flour and fat are cooked together. This helps thicken the sauce without the addition of dairy. It’s mild, nutty, and adds a nice silky texture to the broth. Feel free to throw in any turkey drippings from the night before—that will add a ton of flavor to your soup. I like to serve it with a generous sprinkle of herbs, like parsley or cilantro, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for some heat. I like a couple of different herb mixtures, so don’t be shy when using herbs. You can even eat
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defensive end/linebacker, has not committed yet but is being recruited by CU, Texas, Missouri, and UCLA. Fellow defensive lineman Gus Zilinkas is headed to Rutgers in the fall. Pomona QB Jack Pospisil, who also played kick returner, punt returner, and strong safety, will play football next year for Central Michigan. Three Pomona standouts, Chase Muller, Dominick Nichols, and Isaiah Alvarez, who each play on both sides of the ball, are juniors who will be back to compete next year. After winning the virtual coin toss, Creek deferred to start the game. There was no score until the fourth series when three run plays by James Walker and Myles Purchase were followed by a pass to tight end Gunnar Helm from the Pomona 29-yard line for a touchdown. After the PAT by kicker Boden Page, the score was 7-0 Creek with 6:12 to play in the first quarter. Neither team scored again until the middle of the second quarter when Myles Purchase ran in the ball from the four-yard line after a 14-yard pass to Gunnar Helm in a 13-play series. The score was 14-0 Creek with 6:57 to play in the half. Three series’ later, Pospisil had a touchdown run called back after a penalty on his team for a block in the back, but Pomona got the score two plays later on a pass from Pospisil to Isaiah Alvarez. The score was 14-7 Creek with 17 seconds left in the half when Hammond got the ball back on the Pomona 42-yard line. After an 8-yard run followed by a 5-yard penalty for holding, it was 3rd down and 7 yards to go on the Pomona 39-yard line with time running out on the clock when Hammond launched a high Hail Mary pass that resulted in a miraculous catch by wide receiver Chase Penry in the end zone. After the PAT, the teams walked off for halftime with the score 21-7, Cherry Creek. Less than three minutes into the second half, Hammond handed the ball off to Myles Purchase on Creek’s 48-yard line and he ran it all the way in for the score. As they took the field for the next series, Tom Doherty, Creek defensive coordinator, said to his team, “You don’t have to do anything crazy. Just keep up the great effort.” Pomona went three and out. In the next series that used all but 43 seconds of the 7:31 left in the third quarter when it began,
Creek was called for no less than five penalties, including three against offensive lineman George Fitzpatrick. During that same series, Chase Penry caught passes for eleven and twelve yards and had a touchdown run called back. After 19 plays, Myles Purchase ran
it over rice to make this an extra hearty meal. I have been boiling chicken for over a decade and making soup with it for months each year. I’m glad to be finally changing it up with Turkey!
shredded or cut into large chunks (around 4 cups) Season to taste, with salt, pepper, Italia n blend, or any other kind you prefer. I also must have frozen greens in my soup. Usually a half a bag, collard is my favorite. And then you can also add fresh parsley, cilantro, lemon wedge and maybe some red pepper flakes as a garnish!
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the ball in for a touchdown from the six-yard line, making the score 35-7 after the PAT and those were the numbers on the scoreboard when the game came to an end. After the game, Dave Logan, Bruins head coach said, “Obviously, the score right before halftime, the pass to Chase (Penry) completely flipped the emotions, and then we scored on the opening
possession (of the second half). It was 14-7. Then, all of a sudden, it’s 28-7. I’ve been on the other end. When things like that happen….the score is not indicative of how hard fought that game was. This was a far, far more physical game. I’m just really proud of my kids.” Looking toward the final against Valor, Logan said, “They’ve got great players. They always do.
They’re unbeaten. They’re well-coordinated on both sides of the ball, so we expect it to be a hard-fought physical game. When you get to this point in the playoffs, you’re going to get really good teams. You’re going to get teams that are well-coached. Certainly, we got that today from Pomona and we expect it from Valor, too.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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housing. The Villager saw Baker at a recent event for the homeless held in a location in Greenwood Village. “Being homeless is not a crime. People commit minor crimes sometimes because they want ‘three hots and a cot.’ We need alternatives for housing,” the commissioner said. That led to a conversation about the situation at the Arapahoe County Jail, where voters rejected a property tax increase to build a new facility two-to-one a year ago. Baker told us, “The pandemic did have somewhat of a silver lining, in that the population at the jail is way down. People who were against 1A (last year’s ballot request for property tax funding for a new jail) said to let people out, not build a new jail. With the pandemic, we released people who were charged with non-violent crimes who couldn’t post bond.” He added, “Now, crime rates are going up and people who were concerned about their taxes going to the new jail are going to see them going to the old jail to pay
for ‘bailing wire and duct tape’ to keep the building together.” Baker believes he will win re-election because, “I think the people want more moderate candidates, not far right or far left, and I believe that I represent that group.” Regardless of the outcome of the race in district three, the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners will switch from a Republican to a Democratic majority in January when the new board is sworn in. The Villager asked Baker if anything would be different. He said, “With a board majority, a Democrat will always chair the board. The chair decides what topics come before the Board of County Commissioners to be decided upon, what we talk about in study sessions and public hearings. I’ve worked with (Democrats) Bill Holen and Nancy Jackson for a long time. We have a good dynamic. Everyone gets along well. We like each other. I’m sure new Commissioner Carrie Warren-Gully will fit in well.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
Affordable Arts Festival’s first holiday online sale Runs December 5th & 6th With artwork worth thousands priced at $100 (or less), the popular festival will offer great deals for gifts while raising funds for scholarships After a very successful online show in September, the Affordable Arts Festival will bring its great art deals to the Holiday shopping calendar. Due to overwhelming requests from art patrons, December 5 & 6, the festival will have over 65 artists online offering their art at the ever-popular prices of $100 or less for shoppers everywhere. Art patrons will be able to shop for these deals from the comfort of their own home, with most artists offering to ship. Artwork worth thousands of dollars will be priced at $100 (or less), as some of the state’s (and nation’s) most renowned artists are clearing their studios to make room for their newest creations. Great deals on art have made the Affordable Arts Festival one
of the top shows in the country for the last 5 years. All of the artists are listed on a website set up just for this event. Admission to the site will be $10 (same as the ticket price for the festival every year) with proceeds from ‘ticket’ sales going to the Arapahoe Community College Foundation; more than $139,000 in scholarship money has been raised to date. Patrons can find art they like and contact the artist directly to shop on their site. Info on how to get tickets online are posted on the festival’s website (www.AffordableArts Festival.com).
“For years we have been known as the ‘Black Friday of Arts Festivals,’ so it’s great that we can be part of the holiday shopping fervor. Our patrons can find incredible artwork from professional artists for less than $100.” said Jim DeLutes, who has been Founder and Director of the Affordable Arts Festival for the last nine years. “After the success of our online show in September we felt a holiday show would be a great way for our patrons to have fun shopping for gifts and for themselves. They get great deals and we continue our fundraising for students at Arapahoe Community College, who also are needing a hand this year.” Some of the local and national most outstanding artists will have their work available online. Artists and patrons will have a little more time to work together online. The festival is usually only 6 hours long but Holiday patrons will have 2 days to shop and interact with the artists.
Holiday dining at Park Meadows Retail Resort
Park Meadows is still your one stop, safe, shop for all things shopping and dining! With 13 full-service restaurants, you and your loved ones will feel safe as you venture to Colorado’s Only Retail Resort for your holiday dining needs! At Park Meadows, despite the new dining protocols in place, all of our restaurants are offering amazing deals to help make your holiday special. Thanks to the partnership with the City of Lone Tree, most of our restaurants will be debuting outdoor dining ‘igloos,’ or clear domes for customers to utilize and enjoy their food and beverages in a climate-controlled, safe, and distanced environment. PF Chang’s is offering a dine-in Prix Fixe menu to enjoy within one of their igloos, complete with an appetizer, soup, entrée and dessert all for $50! These igloos have become pretty popular around town, so make sure to schedule your reservations at the restaurant of your choice sooner than later! All Park Meadows restaurants are also offering a wide variety of To-Go options to satisfy all your cravings from the comfort of your own home. For example, Fogo de Chao is offering a Holiday Celebration To-Go package that will serve 6, complete with your choice of fire-roasted meat, five delicious sides, their addictive Pão de Quei-
jo bread, and desert. Season’s 52 makes it easy for you and your family to eat fresh with their new Green Boxes to-go. Each box contains your choice of salad, entrée, two sides, and dessert for 4-6 people for $162. If you’re looking for something that is satisfying but healthy, or for something to give as a thoughtful gift, their exclusive Green Box Entrée Salads are ready to go just for you. They’re robust, satisfying and always under 595 calories per serving! Perry’s Steakhouse has their #10 Steakhouse Smorgasbord feast available to go as well. With 10 dishes, including appetizers, sides and four of your favorite entrees all for $125, it makes the perfect meal for any holiday or gameday! Yard House also has your gameday taken care of with their total Tailgate Pack To-Go with nachos, wings, and two pizzas for $50. Earl’s is offering some incredible deals on their ‘Grocery Freezer Packs,’ loaded with protein for any meal, as well as their fun DIY Chef Kits for two starting at $35. If BBQ is something you crave, G-Que Barbecue is a must! With their catering options, meat by the pound, and sandwich offer-
ings, there truly is something for everyone! After placing an order with the restaurant of your choice, simply pull up to the specially marked locations near each restaurant and follow the instructions to contact the staff. Your prepaid order will then be delivered to your vehicle in a completely contact free manner and you’ll be good to go enjoy your holiday dinner. If you would rather wait until the restaurants open back up to dine in, the deals on restaurant gift cards cannot be beat! Perry’s Steakhouse is offering a $25 reward card for every $125 purchased in Perry’s gift cards. Fogo de Chao is offering the same deal with a $25 reward card for every $125 in gift cards purchased, and $75 for every $300 in gift cards purchased. Season’s 52 is offering $20 bonus cards with every $100 gift card purchase. California Pizza Kitchen and Red Robin are also offering bonus reward cards for purchasing a gift card as well, so don’t wait to score on these deals! Though this holiday season might look different than it has in the past, Park Meadows Retail Resort is committed to maintaining the utmost standards for the health and safety of all. As we look towards a healthy, happy, holiday season, we hope you’ll join us at Colorado’s only Retail Resort.
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Debate on the national popular voteder NPV will go on of more than $1 billion spent in and no one really knows The current NPV compact has BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On November 3, by a margin of 52% to 48%, the voters of Colorado affirmed the decision of the general assembly to join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPV), an agreement among states to elect the President of the United States by the total of the popular vote in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. In Arapahoe County, the vote in support of NPV was 57% to 43%. In Douglas County, the vote was 58% to 42% against the measure. While the electoral college is prescribed in the United States Constitution, the “winner-takeall” method of awarding electoral college votes is not. It is up to each state legislature how electoral college votes are awarded. The winner-take-all method is what most states except Maine and Nebraska have chosen. In those two states, electoral votes are awarded by congressional district. In a 2015 study, Claire Daviss, former communications manager at the Aspen Institute, and Rob Richie, president and CEO of FairVote found that if the congressional district system had been used in 2012, it would have “converted Mitt Romney’s loss by nearly five million popular votes into an electoral vote win.”
been adopted by 15 states, including Colorado and the District of Columbia who together comprise 196 electoral votes. If it is adopted by states with 74 more electoral votes, it could go into effect because the member states would be able to award 270 electoral votes to the candidate who gets the highest number of popular votes from all voters across the country added together. The U.S. Constitution provides that states can enter into binding agreements like the NPV compact, however it might require the consent of Congress. On October 27, before the results of the ballot issue affirming or reversing the decision of the Colorado general assembly to join the NPV compact were known, the Steamboat Institute sponsored a debate on the question between Trent England, executive director of Save Our States and Dr. Benjamin Waddell, associate professor of sociology at Fort Lewis College in Durango. Dan Njegomir of Colorado Politics served as moderator. England began, “It’s clear that the electoral college benefits flyover country. The electoral college is better for small states under either system because it forces the campaigns to go to smaller states, not just the large ones.” On October 13, 2020, National Public Radio reported that, out
television ads by President Donald Trump and President-elect Joe Biden, $883 million was spent in just six states—Florida, Pennsylvania, Michigan, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Arizona. In-person campaigning in 2020 was not comparable to any prior presidential election year due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. According to procon.org, an arm of the Britannia Group, in 2016, President Donald Trump and Democratic challenge Hillary Clinton made more than 90 percent of their campaign stops in just 11 states. Of those visits, nearly two-thirds took place in Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and North Carolina.” Waddell submitted that the NPV “supports what our founding fathers intended, one person, one vote.” Moreover, he said, “The electoral college (as it functions presently) is undemocratic. In Wyoming, each electoral college vote represents 187,000 people. In Colorado, each electoral college vote represents 587,000 people.” When the moderator asked, “Under which system are candidates more likely to spend time and money in Colorado?” England said, “Under NPV, California wins, as does New York and New Jersey. The challenge is that campaigns would be different un-
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what it would look like.” Waddell said, “The majority of the country is left out from campaigning under the present electoral college system…Under NPV, Republican candidates would spend more time in California because there are many Republicans in Califor-
nia and they would want to try to get their votes.” Going back in history, the moderator asked, “If you were a founding father, what would you say about this (NPV) proposal given what we know about America today?” England responded, Continued on page 11
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he holiday season is here! Somehow each year it sneaks up on me despite stores having holiday decorations up for two months already! We do seem to be welcoming the early arrival of a joyful season though, as I have already seen outdoor lights strung on trees and homes. With Halloween décor tucked away and Thanksgiving around the corner, many of us have started the “dance of the decorations.” It’s not only an exciting transformation of your space and home, but it’s also a great opportunity to more carefully curate your décor! So for fun, let’s truly think of this decorating process as a dance. Cue Tchaikovsky! When making a dance, a choreographer first generates as many movement ideas as possible, exploring the theme of the piece and all its possibilities. The same is true when starting your holiday decorating. First walk your home and envision what you’d like in each space. How do you imagine it looking and feeling? What are the creative possibilities for decorating it? Brainstorm first and then pull out all the decorations you currently own so they are visible in one area. Unpack each holiday box – the old, the new, the inherited, the handmade and spread them out. Next, edit. Choreographers choose the movements they like and consider the order and quality of them. They also decide the number of dancers, their placement on stage, and their relationship to one another. Let’s do the same with decorations – pick out all of your favorites! Situate them throughout your home and play with the placement, the order, and the amount in each room. Set aside any decorations you are not happy to see, don’t have room for, or just aren’t sure about. Then, layer! A choreographer adds music, costumes, lighting and other specific details to enhance the theme and message of their dance. Are there areas of decoration in your home that you would like to add onto? Can you do that using items you already own, or is
it time to shop for (or make) some new adornments? Either way, layer to your delight! The majority of us will likely spend more time at home this season than ever before, so it’s the perfect year to really go big! The final step is to rehearse. Just as the dancers practice to master the choreography, getting a jump-start on decorating will allow you more time to refine your creative choices. With the unpredictability in our world between work, school, health, weather and politics, at least we can exercise some control in our own space! Find a place for everything you want to display, take time looking at it, and refine as you go, adding, changing or removing items as needed. Finally, enjoy the show! Although our audiences may be reduced this year with fewer visitors, smaller parties, and less social events, it’s possible for your home to be filled more warmth, cheer, and gratitude than ever before! It’s a wrap! At the end of every show, there is always strike – a take down of the set, costumes, and materials used. We will discuss the strike of decorations in January. For now enjoy them, but look around and see if there are items you did not use. Could someone else use them for their home or business? Ask a friend or neighbor if they’d like them, or donate to a local charity, school, or community center. Share the love and the joy! Keep in mind that if you are feeling overwhelmed with your decorations, storage, or space in general, reach out and we will take it from there. In the meantime, enjoy the “dance of the decorations!” ---------Do you know a friend or family member who has shown interest in getting more organized? Know anyone moving or inundated with clutter? What about a teacher or first responder who may be too busy to keep up with their space? Give the gift that truly keeps on giving all year long. Gift cards available; email maegan@shapespace.me to get started.
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t is said that the Denver area has more charities and fundraisers per capita than any other community in the country. For nearly four decades The Villager has been supporting those nonprofits, showing a sense of community and commitment. That has meant letting readers know about upcoming events, attending fundraisers and special events and publishing coverage with praise and thanks to remarkable staffs, sponsors, honorees and tremendously dedicated volunteers who make it happen, a reality in real time for the most worthy of causes. (2,900 on the participation list in Colorado.) This day – December 8 is so important. This challenging year, amid a worldwide pandemic, our community continued to reach out, keeping nonprofits afloat albeit through virtual events to be enjoyed in the comfort and safety of one’s own home. Last year, Colorado was listed as the second largest Gives Day in America. This year, let’s make Colorado the FIRST largest Gives Day in our country! The Villager is making it convenient to give. No matter the amount, every dollar counts and is aided by this campaign through a portion of funds donated from Community First Foundation and FirstBank. Please consider giving. You can make a difference with just a $5.00 minimum donation.
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As a non-profit performing arts organization, Colorado Ballet has been significantly impacted by the loss of all five productions scheduled for 2020/2021. In September, we launched a Relief and Recovery Fund to ensure we can to fulfill our mission to present exceptional classical ballet and contemporary dance through performances, training, education and community engagement while inspiring and growing an increasingly diverse audience base.
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Bessie’s Hope For almost 27 years, Bessie’s Hope has served nursing home elders through volunteer programs for youth, families and adults. Due to COVID, we created our “Staying Connected Initiative” and have delivered thousands of cards, letters and gifts and have arranged zoom and outside visits. Now, we’re purchasing tablets for individual elders who do not have the financial or family resources for personal devices, so that they can feel the warmth of smiles and the joy of conversations with the volunteers.
The Nathan Yip Foundation supports K-12 rural education, reaching students in some of Colorado’s most underserved communities. It partners with educators to craft thoughtful, sustainable and innovative solutions to match donor funds with highly impactful projects. To Give: www.coloradogives.org/ nathanyipfoundation/overview
A Precious Child The Covid-19 pandemic has shed new light on the vulnerability of children and families in need in our community. Together, with your help, A Precious Child can work to provide the necessary education, daily essentials, and support services critical to ensure all needs are met. To Give: www.colorado gives.org/apreciouschild
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Learning about careers and financial responsibility isn’t just for teens! Elementary students receive Junior Achievement lessons as well, delivered by volunteer mentors from the community. Junior Achievement provides all programs at no cost to schools or families to ensure an equitable educational opportunity for all young people, particularly those who are economically disadvantaged. To Give: www.coloradogives.org/jacolorado
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to the spring and many of her other club meetings are currently held online. Fortunately, at this time, she does have the opportunity every Friday to head to Women’s Wilderness where she helps mentor young girls. Achol strongly believes in giving back and she makes it a priority. She is the community service coordinator for her squadron in ROTC and works directly with Food Bank of the Rockies to schedule their group visits. Denver Rescue Mission, Cafe 180, the Denver Dream Center, Bessie’s Hope and the MuckFest for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society are just a few of the organizations she provides service hours for. While the current guidelines prevent her from volunteering on-site, she still finds the time to gather up her younger siblings and walk to the local park, where they help her pick up litter and keep it clean. Did I forget to mention she also watches after her four younger siblings? Impressive. As the mother of a freshman in high school that is clearly struggling to stay positive and motivated, I asked her how she continues to seemingly conquer this new normal and remain on
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Dr. Margaret Rakowsky is American Chemical Society service award winner BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On November 12, as part of a virtual regional event, Dr. Margaret (Marge) Rakowsky of Greenwood Village was presented the American Chemical Society (ACS) E. Ann Nalley Rocky Mountain Region Award for Volunteer Service “in recognition of and with gratitude for her many years of dedicated service.” In her recommendation of Dr. Rakowsky for this award, Dr. Sandra J. Bonetti, retired professor of chemistry at Colorado State University-Pueblo, said, “Marge has been a member of ACS for 38 years and embodies
Dr. Rakowsky showed The Villager the mounted and framed plaque she received in recognition of the award for volunteer service to the American Chemical Society.
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ACS in her inclusiveness and professionalism. Marge pioneered many of the section’s successful ACS grants and corresponding activities that have benefitted COACS (Colorado chapter of ACS) members… From 2006-2019, she hosted more than 350 members at summer luncheons where members receive 50 and 60-year certificates…In 2016, Marge and the section chair held a special Silver Circle luncheon during the Young Talent Symposium. At this event more than 100 chemists attended and senior chemists interfaced with students and young faculty presenting their research. In recognition of this intergenerational event, the Colorado Section received
a ChemLuminary Award from the Senior Chemists Committee… Marge has increased the visibility of COACS throughout the state by recruiting senior and graduate student members as judges for the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair….Marge’s support of the regional meeting is continuing as she is a co-organizer for the Senior Symposium at this November’s Virtual
RMRM 2020…In addition to her numerous and valuable contributions to COACS, the Rocky Mountain Region, and ACS, Marge leaves an indelible impression on all who meet her due to her kindness and grace.” Dr. Rakowsky earned her Ph.D. in chemistry at the University of California, Riverside, Continued on page 12
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Club and independently, having visited over 20 countries. He volunteered as a driver for the International at Castle Pines Golf Club for 20 years and was a president of the local chapter for the National Kidney Foundation. Max is survived by his wife of 57 years, Alberta “Bert”, his son Christopher (Kathryn), his daughter Elizabeth (Joonho) and his grandchildren: Michael (Rebecca), Andrea and Matthew. A private burial service will be held with a celebration memorial service planned at a later date when it is safe to gather. Donations in his memory may be sent to Saint Gabriel the Archangel Episcopal Church, www.stgabriels.org, National Kidney Foundation, www.kidney.org/ donation, or The Denver Young Artist Orchestra, www.dyao.org/getinvolved/donate.html .
National popular vote debate Continued from page 7
“Madison would say it works far better today than he thought it would. He would say not to use NPV because we have some big states and some small states. They (the big states) shouldn’t have that much power even though they have lots of people. They expected that it would deadlock and throw the election to the House. The two-party system was not expected. They served as coalitions and helped to stitch the country back together after the Civil War.” Waddell said, “I’ll channel 1787. Founding fathers would say they thought carefully about the republic. They were very purposeful. At every other level of election, we trust the public. They would rec-
ognize that they gave the power to states in the Constitution to make this decision, that’s why Maine and Nebraska do it differently. NPV isn’t working against the founders, it’s working with what the founders gave us to make every person’s vote valued.” Waddell said, “I think NPV would allow people to feel more invested in the system...Joe Biden would care about Wyoming because there are Democrats there. Republicans in Wyoming would start talking to Republicans in California.” England made the point that NPV would lead to more splinter candidates and the likelihood that a president would be elected with fewer votes than under the present system. He said, “If you don’t
want minority rule, keep the electoral college.” In closing, Waddell said, “The problem now is that people feel like the government doesn’t represent them…One person-one vote is a way to move in the right direction., It’s constitutional and would allow us to get closer to a system that improves representational stability of this country.” England closed with, “The purpose of government is justice, not democracy. Every check and balance in the Constitution is a limit on the majority. The Bill of Rights is the largest limit on the majority. The electoral college provides a two-step democratic process that is more democratic than the parliamentary system.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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some” with their name printed in it seventeen times, letting them know how important they are. The Tamarac Optimist Club was delighted to provide Sweet Dream with 460 face masks of various sizes for the children and parents for school and work. The Club also provided toothbrushes, toothpaste, fitted crib sheets, and Beanie Babies. The Tamarc Optimist Club is a unique all-women’s volunteer group dedicated to bringing out the best in kids through a variety of community service projects. We volunteer, have fun, build friendships, and help thousands of children in the process. Learn more about our Club at www. tamaracoptimist.com and email tamaracoptimistclub@ gmail.com. Sweet Dream In A Bag, www.sweetdreaminabag.org, Susie Fox, 303-507-2098
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her master’s in education and chemistry at Johns Hopkins University, and her bachelor of science degree in chemistry at Denison University. It was at Dennison that she met her husband of 54 years, former Greenwood Village Mayor Ron Rakowsky. After serving as assistant professor and associate professor of chemistry at the United States Air Force Academy from 2000, Dr. Rakowsky retired from active teaching in 2016. She was secretary of her local chapter of the ACS for 22 years from 1998 -2019. During that time, Dr. Rakowsky also chaired or co-chaired three separate committees and stepped in as acting treasurer when the section treasurer became ill. In that capacity, she had to identify, compile, and submit extensive documentation to the IRS to restore the section’s tax-exempt status, which had lapsed. In an interview with The Villager, Dr. Rakowsky told us that ACS is an international organization with over 160,000 members, of which 2,500 are in Colorado. She explained that ACS provides a forum for scientists to share their research with the scientific community, sponsors programs and affiliate organizations in schools from K-12 through the university level, and holds meetings where members can network with others in the field. When she was presented with the award at a virtual meeting on November 12, Dr. Rakowsky told us they said that she “was the glue that kept the organization going” as the “longest serving executive committee member of the section.” We asked Rakowsky what drew her to the extensive volunteer service for the ACS for which she was recognized with this award. She said, “I like to see young people get launched in their careers and this organization helps them do that. It was synergistic with my teaching and includes many support programs to help connect people in the field of chemistry with jobs at all points of their career.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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same amount in the Central Services Fund, Information Technology Department for the purchase of a new cellular router.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED BUDGET AMENDMENTS
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 9:30 a.m., or as soon thereafter as the calendar of the Board of County Commissioners permits, in the East Hearing Room of the County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County will meet to consider the following proposed budget resolutions (NOTE: Due to the ongoing COVID19 emergency the hearing may be conducted through remote access – please check the December 8, 2020 public meeting agenda at https://www.arapahoegov.com/ AgendaCenter/Board-of-CountyCommissioners-1 for specific information on how to attend and participate. The agenda will typically be posted by the Friday afternoon preceding the hearing): I WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Information Technology Department is requesting to reverse a 2020 adopted budget request that transferred funds from the General Fund to the Central Services Fund to purchase a fixed asset; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to reduce the appropriation by $28,356 in the General Fund, Information Technology and in the Central Services Fund, Information Technology reduce the revenue by $42,000 and appropriation by $26,000 for a fixed asset request that is not necessary. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. II WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office is requesting to transfer $9,500 from the General Fund to the Central Services Fund for the estimated auction value to retain two vehicles for future use rather than send them to auction; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $9,500 from the General Fund, Sheriff’s Office and recognize the same amount in the Central Services Fund, Sheriff’s Office to retain two vehicles for future use rather than send them to auction. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. III WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Information Technology Department is requesting to transfer $9,000 from the General Fund to the Central Services Fund for the purchase of a cellular router to be installed in the Sheriff’s Office command vehicle; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $9,000 from the General Fund, Information Technology Department and recognize the
IV WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office is requesting to transfer $9,515 from the Grant Fund to the General Fund for the 2020 JAG Grant to purchase the AMVision Streaming Interface software; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $9,515 from the Grant Fund, Sheriff’s Office and recognize and appropriate the same amount in the General Fund, Sheriff’s Office to purchase AMVision Streaming Interface software. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. V WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Finance Department is requesting to transfer $175,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Expenditure Fund, Information Technology to consolidate funding for the SAP S4 upgrade project; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $175,000 from the General Fund, Finance Department and recognize and appropriate the same amount in the Capital Expenditure Fund, Information Technology for the completion of the SAP S4 upgrade project. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. VI WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the County has received funding from the Coronavirus Relief Fund for COVID-19 related expenditures from the CARES Act; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Services Department is requesting to transfer $150,000 in CARES Act funding from the Grant Fund to the General Fund, Sheriff’s Office for the purchase of two shower trailers for the County’s COVID-19 response and alternate care facility; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $150,000 from the Grant Fund, Administrative Services Department, and recognize and appropriate the same amount in the General Fund, Sheriff’s Office for the purchase of two shower trailers for the COVID-19 alternative care facility. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. VII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and
WHEREAS, the County has received funding from the Coronavirus Relief Fund for COVID-19 related expenditures from the CARES Act; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Services Department is requesting to transfer $500,000 in CARES Act funding from the Grant Fund to the Building Maintenance Fund to cover anticipated expenses related to the County’s COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $500,000 from the Grant Fund, Administrative Services Department, and recognize and appropriate the same amount in the Building Maintenance Fund, Facilities and Fleet Management, for anticipated expenses related to the County’s COVID-19 response. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. VIII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the County has received funding from the Coronavirus Relief Fund for COVID-19 related expenditures from the CARES Act; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Services Department is requesting to transfer $1,400,000 in CARES Act funding from the Grant Fund to the Capital Expenditure Fund for the COVID-19 related County facility upgrade projects; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Services Department is also requesting to transfer $3,100,000 in CARES Act funding from the Grant Fund to the Capital Expenditure Fund for the Alternate Care Facility project; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $4,500,000 from the Grant Fund, Administrative Services Department, and recognize and appropriate the same amount in the Capital Expenditure Fund, Facilities and Fleet Management, for anticipated expenses related to the County’s COVID-19 response. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. IX WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the County has received funding from the Coronavirus Relief Fund for COVID-19 related expenditures from the CARES Act; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Services Department is requesting to transfer $1,385,599 from the Grant Fund to the General Fund to cover expenses related to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other leaves related to the County’s COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, the reimbursement for departments and elected offices in the General Fund totals $1,221,546 with $31,456 in the Assessor’s Office, $636,269 in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office, $27,280 in the Communication and Administrative Services Department, $80,907 in the Community Resources Department, $18,952 in the Coroner’s Office, $3,689 in the County Attorney’s Office, $35,449 in the Public Works and Development Department, $5,032 in the Information Technology Department, $195,527 in the Sheriff’s Office, $174,177 in the Facilities and Fleet Management Department, and $13,168 in the Treasurer’s Office for expenses related to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other leaves from the County’s COVID-19 response; and
WHEREAS, the reimbursement for the Public Works and Development Department in the Road & Bridge Fund in the amount of $43,580 as a result of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other leaves related to the County’s COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, the reimbursement for the Sheriff’s Office in the Commissary Fund in the amount of $1,774 as a result of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other leaves related to the County’s COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, the reimbursement for the Open Spaces and Intergovernmental Relations Department in the Open Spaces Sales Tax Fund in the amount of $99,628 as a result of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other leaves related to the County’s COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, the reimbursement for the Open Spaces and Intergovernmental Relations Department in the Recreation District Fund in the amount of $19,071 as a result of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and other leaves related to the County’s COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $1,385,599 from the Grant Fund, Administrative Services and recognize and appropriate $1,221,546 in the General Fund, $43,580 in the Road & Bridge Fund, $1,774 in the Commissary Fund, $99,628 in the Open Space Sales Tax Fund, $19,017 in the Recreation District Fund for expenses related to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and related leaves during the County’s COVID-19 response. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. X WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Public Works & Development Department is requesting to transfer $4,822 from the Road & Bridge Fund to the Central Services Fund for the additional cost of a water trailer; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $4,822 from the Road & Bridge Fund, Public Works & Development Department, to recognize and appropriate the same in the Central Services Fund, Public Works & Development Department for the additional cost of purchasing a water trailer. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XI WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the County Attorney is requesting to transfer $42,376 from the Self Insurance Fund to the Central Services Fund, Administrative Services Department for the insurance funds for one totaled vehicle in the Sheriff’s Office, one totaled vehicle in the Public Works & Development Department, and one totaled vehicle in the Facilities and Fleet Management Department; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to appropriate and transfer $42,376 from the Self Insurance Liability Fund, County Attorney and recognize the same in the Central Services Fund, Administrative Services Department for the insur-
ance funds for totaled vehicles in the Sheriff’s Office, Public Works & Development Department, and the Facilities and Fleet Management Department. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Facilities and Fleet Management Department is requesting to appropriate $39,201 in the Central Services Fund to replace a vehicle that was totaled in an accident; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to appropriate $39,201 from the unappropriated balance of the Central Services Fund, Facilities and Fleet Management Department to replace a totaled vehicle. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XIII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department is requesting to transfer $3,000 from the Open Space Sales Tax Fund to the Central Services Fund for the estimated auction value to retain an air compressor rather than send it to auction; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $3,000 from the Open Space Sales Tax Fund, Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department, to recognize the same in the Central Services Fund, Administrative Services Department to retain an air compressor rather than sending it to auction. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XV WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department is requesting to appropriate $33,000 in the Central Services Fund to replace a vehicle that is due to be replaced; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to appropriate $33,000 from the unappropriated balance of the Central Services Fund, Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department to replace a vehicle. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XVI WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department is requesting to transfer $6,000 from the Open Space Sales Tax Fund to the Central Services Fund to purchase a snow plow; and
WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to transfer $6,000 from the Open Space Sales Tax Fund, Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department and recognize and appropriate the same amount in the Central Services Fund, Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department to purchase a snow plow. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XVII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department is requesting to appropriate $45,000 in the Central Services Fund to replace a truck with a plow that is due for replacement; and WHEREAS, the Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department is also requesting to appropriate $9,999 in the Central Services Fund to replace a golf cart that is due for replacement; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to appropriate $54,999 from the unappropriated balance of the Central Services Fund, Open Spaces & Intergovernmental Relations Department for the purchase of a truck with a snow plow and a golf cart. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XVIII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office is requesting to recognize and appropriate $310,000 in the General Fund for funding received from Cherry Creek Schools for school resource officer services; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to recognize and appropriate $310,000 in the General Fund, Sheriff’s Office for school resource officer services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XIX WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office is requesting to recognize and appropriate $3,499 in the General Fund for a donation received for the Back the Blue K-9 program; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to recognize and appropriate $3,499 in the General Fund, Sheriff’s Office for the Back the Blue K-9 program. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies.
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PAGE 14 | THE VILLAGER • December 3, 2020 —Continued from previous page— WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Public Works & Development Department is requesting to recognize and appropriate $14,530 in the Road & Bridge Fund for a reimbursement received from the Sheriff’s Office for their portion of winter ice slice material that was used; and WHEREAS, the Public Works & Development Department is requesting to recognize and appropriate $17,583 in the Road & Bridge Fund for a reimbursement received from the Human Services Department for the setup of barricades at CentrePointe; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law.
requesting to transfer $3,900 to the Information Technology Department for increased maintenance costs of software for the Investigations Division; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to reduce the General Fund appropriation of the Sheriff’s Office by $3,900 and increase the appropriation of the Information Technology Department by the same amount for the cost of software for Investigations. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to recognize and appropriate $32,113 in the Road & Bridge Fund, Public Works & Development for reimbursements received.
Published in The Villager Published: December 3, 2020 Legal # 10015 ___________________________
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies.
DISTRICT COURT ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 7325 S. Potomac Street, #100 Centennial, CO 80112
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Public Works & Development Department is requesting to recognize and appropriate $2,256,643 in the Infrastructure Fund for contributions and reimbursements for various infrastructure projects; and WHEREAS, this matter has been published pursuant to Section 291-109, C.R.S., as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County to recognize and appropriate $2,256,643 in the Infrastructure Fund, Public Works & Development Department for reimbursements and contributions for various infrastructure projects. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Budget Officer shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Division of Local Government and with the affected spending agencies. XXII WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2020 Annual Budget pursuant to Statute; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office is
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Plaintiff: FIRST VILLAGE EAST APARTMENT HOMES ASSOCIATION, INC., a Colorado non-profit corporation; Defendants: WILLIAM H. BOWMAN; SU RYDEN AS PUBLIC TRUSTEE FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEM; SUE SANDSTROM AS TREASURER FOR ARAPAHOE COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION. Attorneys for Plaintiff: THE DUPONT LAW FIRM, LLC Stephane R. Dupont, #39425 Address: PO Box 1073 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Phone Number: (720) 644-6115 Case Number: 2020CV031978 Div.:Ctrm.: SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: William H. Bowman You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the Complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an Answer or other response. You are required to file your Answer within 35 days after the service of this Summons upon you. Service of the Summons shall be complete on the
LEGALS day of the last publication. A copy of the Complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the Complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint without further notice. This is an action for judicial foreclosure of an association assessment lien pursuant to C.R.S. 38-33.3316, in and to real property situated in Arapahoe County, Colorado, more particularly described on Exhibit A, attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof. Dated: November 16, 2020 THE DUPONT LAW FIRM, LLC By: *s/ Stephane R. Dupont Stephane R. Dupont This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(h), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure Exhibit A Lot 49, Block 1, Hallcraft’s Village East Apartment Homes Filing No. 1, according to the official plat thereof, filed for record with the Clerk and Recorder of Arapahoe County, Colorado on June 26, 1972 in Plat Book 22 at Page 56 of the records of said Clerk and recorder; together with appurtenant easements designated as Easement No. 3 of Hallcraft’s Village East Apartment Homes Filing No. 1 Easement Location Map, filed for record with the Clerk and recorder of Arapahoe County, Colorado on April 19, 1973 in Book 24 at Page 30 of the records of the said Clerk and recorder, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. Also known as: 1192 S. Uvalda Street, Aurora, CO 80012 Published in The Villager First Publication: November 26, 2020 Last Publication: December 24, 2020 Legal # 10006 ___________________________ DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF: BENTLEY HAINES Child, and concerning, LIANE DURAN A/K/A LIANE CUDNEY AND JOHN HAINES
Respondents. Kristi Erickson, Reg. #50739 Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-752-8989 / (F) 303-636-1889 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT Case No: 20JV419 Division: 22 To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding LIANE DURAN AKA LIANE CUDNEY AND JOHN HAINES is set for December 17, 2020, at the hour of 9:00 a.m., in Division 22, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Due to COVID 19, the Arapahoe County District Court is holding hearings by WebEx. Should you choose to appear by phone or video, please use the following WebEx Case Management Order instructions: AUDIOVISUAL HEARING EXPECTATIONS AND GENERAL GUIDANCE The court will use 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/ natalie.chase •Enter your name and email address (so we know who you are). You will then be in the virtual 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 OR 1-415655-0001. When prompted enter code 926 560 922. YOU ARE FURTHER COMMANDED to appear before the Court at said time and place, either in person or by phone. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin. Date: November 24, 2020 Kristi Erickson, Reg. #50739 Assistant County Attorney Published in The Villager
Published: December 3, 2020 Legal # 10016 ___________________________
SPECIAL DISTRICTS Public Notice NOTICE AS TO AMENDED 2020 AND PROPOSED 2021 BUDGETS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the amended 2020 and 2021 proposed budgets have been submitted to the Boards of Directors of Centennial 360 Metropolitan District for their consideration. A copy of such proposed budgets has been filed in the offices of the District Manager, Pinnacle Consulting Group, Inc., 550 West Eisenhower Boulevard, Loveland, CO 80537, where the same is open for public inspection. Such amended and proposed budgets will be considered at a regular meeting of the Boards of Directors to be held via teleconference (720721-3140, passcode: 488274086#) on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Any interested elector of Centennial 360 Metropolitan District may inspect the amended and proposed budgets at the office of Pinnacle Consulting Group, Inc., 550 West Eisenhower Boulevard, Loveland, CO 80537 and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the budgets. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: CENTENNIAL 360 METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ Traci Miller, Administrator Published in The Villager Published: December 3, 2020 Legal # 10023 ___________________________ NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET AND 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2021 has been submitted to the Fiddlers Business Improvement District (“District”). Such proposed budget will be considered at a meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 10, 2020. In order to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the public in light of the imminent threat caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting and public hearing will be held by telephone only. To attend and participate by telephone, dial 650-479-3208 and enter passcode 76687702. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an amendment to the 2020 budget of the District may also be considered at the above-referenced meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District. A copy of the proposed 2021 budget and the amended 2020
budget, if required, are available for public inspection at the offices of John Madden Company, 6501 S. Fiddler’s Green Circle, Suite 110, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111. Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and certain visitor restrictions that may be in place, please contact Scott Schley by email at scott.schley@johnmaddenco.com to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, file or register any objections thereto. FIDDLERS BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT By: /s/ Ron Fano, District Counsel Published in The Villager Published: December 3, 2020 Legal # 10024 ___________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE is hereby given that Goodman Metropolitan District, Arapahoe County, Colorado (the “District”), will make final payment on or after December 17, 2020, to ARROW-J LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN, INC., of 909 East 68th Avenue, Denver, CO 80229 (the “Contractor”) for all work done by said Contractor in construction or work on the Central Park Renovations Phase 2 within Goodman Metropolitan District, Arapahoe County, Colorado. Any person, copartnership, 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 of 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 Goodman Metropolitan District on or before the date and time hereinabove 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 Goodman Metropolitan District, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS GOODMAN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT Published in The Villager First Publication: December 3, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Legal # 10025
GREENWOOD VILLAGE BID INFORMATION ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive bids by electronic submission through BidNet® on the Rocky Mountain Bid System on the Greenwood Village website at www.greenwoodvillage. com/bids. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 p.m., December 10, 2020 for the: Belleview / Clarkson Drainage Improvements Project The plans and specifications for the Belleview / Clarkson Drainage Improvements Project are available electronically via the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System on the City of Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage.com/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested
herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80%) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to C.R.S. § 8-17-101. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid for any bids greater than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00). The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the Public Works Department, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. Such bonds will be retained by the City until the two year (2) warranty period has expired. An electronic bid opening will occur at 2:01 p.m., December 10, 2020. Pricing information will be shared with interested parties and will also be available through the Rocky Mountain Purchasing System. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Justin Williams at (303) 708-6150 or jwil-
liams@greenwoodvillage.com. /s/ Jeremy Hanak Director of Public Works Published in The Villager First Publication: November 26, 2020 Last Publication: December 3, 2020 Legal # 9997 ___________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT For Greenwood Village Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado will make final payment at the City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 at 4:00 p.m. on December 18, 2020, to Goodland Construction, Inc for all work done by said contractor for the project called 2020 Intersection Projects, said construction being within the boundaries of the City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said work by the City of Greenwood Village. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or subcontractors in or about the performance
City of Greenwood Village Notice of Unclaimed Funds NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Section 4-10-120 of the Greenwood Village Municipal Code, the following funds have remained unclaimed. NAME...............................................................AMOUNT......... CHECK DATE.......................................REASON Metro City & County Mgmt Assoc.....................$20.00 ............ 03/13/2020.................................Invoice Payment Extended Stay America #9625.........................$182.55........... 04/27/2020.................................Invoice Payment NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN pursuant to the above Government Code Sections that said funds will become the property of the City of Greenwood Village within thirty (30) days of the publication of this notice, or December 28, 2020.
of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractors, at any time up to and including time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City Manager, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim at any time up to and including the time of final settlement will release said City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, its Council, officers, agents and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim. ATTEST: BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO /s/ Susan Ortiz, City Clerk /s/ George Lantz, Mayor Published in The Villager First Publication: December 3, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Legal # 10018 ___________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT for Greenwood Village Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado will make final payment at the City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 on the 10th day of December, 2020 to Colorado Designscapes for all work done by said contractor for the project
called Belleview Avenue Median Improvements, said construction being within the boundaries of the City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said work by the City of Greenwood Village. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractors, at any time up to and including time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City Manager, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim at any time up to and including the time of final settlement will release said City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, its Council, officers, agents and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim. BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO /s/ Susan M. Ortiz City Clerk /s/ George Lantz Mayor
Published in The Villager First Publication: December 3, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Legal # 10019 ___________________________ REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO The City of Greenwood Village invites proposals for 2021 Pavement Marking Services. A project to provide pavement marking maintenance services for the City of Greenwood Village. The project is funded by the City of Greenwood Village. Proposals will be received until 2:00 PM on December 17, 2020, at the Public Works Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80112-3730. Request for proposals can be obtained from the Greenwood Village website at https://www.greenwoodvillage.com/bids The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and waive informalities or irregularities therein. Any proposal received as a result of this request is prepared at the preparer’s expense and becomes City property and therefore, public record. Published in The Villager First Publication: December 3, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Legal # 10022 ___________________________
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All written claims may be directed to: City of Greenwood Village Attn: Kathy Wells, Accountant 6060 S. Quebec St. Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Published in The Villager Published: December 3, 2020 Legal # 10020
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A tribute to Kevin McNicholas
Kevin McNicholas started a company in 1971 on a handshake agreement to create a partnership to provide programs, souvenirs, and press box catering at Denver’s Mile High Stadium. That same year, the company initiated a long-standing partnership with the National Western Complex. In 1974, the Denver Zoo became a client and remains so through today. In 1989, Kevin and his partner Tim Brantley founded Service Systems Associ-
pouring in on what my father “Dad, my figures keep meant has been dying,” my five-year-old son overwhelming. recently told me. Words like “a You see, my son is a sports true hero” or “a history junkie (see apple, see father figure” or tree, see fall). His toy figures “the only one include everyone from Joe who believed DiMaggio to Johnny Unitas. in me” and “the He even has a Rulon Jones only reason I’m figure so we can recreate the where I am tosafety in the north end zone day.” I thought of old Mile High Stadium to seal the 1986 playoff win over I understood the magnitude of the Patriots. They all rest in a what he meant, large green box, waiting for I really did. But the next game to arrive. That green box contains he- it was beyond my understandroes for so many generations. ing. And he Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, was every bit of Maurice Richard. Legends those words. beyond legends. get together to celebrate him. To myself, My son’s comment came It’s not fair on my mother, after the latest sports icon and my sister and who had to spend her later brother, he one of his favorite figures, years tending to him, just like was just dad. Paul Hornung, passed away. she had with her own mother. He was not a Add Hornung to the list of That’s the thing about Alzgreats who heimer’s disease. Although have left this he just died on November 24, world in just you could argue he died a long He was the life of the last few time ago. He was two differthe party, loved atmonths. Bob ent dads. And the Alzheimer’s tention and always Gibson, Whitdad was tough on those of us had a hilarious quip closest to him. ey Ford, Tom ready to hide his Seaver, Joe But I always reflect on that true personality, Morgan, Gale great piece of advice my dad which was actually instilled in me as a young Sayers – all shy. toy figures my man, life isn’t fair. That’s My dad had a son has and okay, that’s part of the joursaying for everyplays with. ney, and there are so many thing and always Most of our great things life brings as well. had a piece of adstarting nine He liked to say that no matter vice. Perhaps my have now what, “we press on.” Damn favorite is “life is gone on to the straight. not fair, get used to great diamond I was the last person to see it.” He’s so right. in the sky. It my father alive. I got to hold Some people take seems almost his hand, hug him, tell him that as a negative weekly I have how much he meant to me. comment, but I to break the And most importantly I got to know what he news to him tell him to let go. It was time meant. And I think to die. It wasn’t about life that another about that every one of our figachievements or memories or day. ures is gone. even regrets. It was about a It’s not fair that He takes it in father and a son. At the end. Kevin, Brennan and Caoimhin. Caoimhin is Gaelic for Kevin stride as only and YES he goes by that. It is pronounced Kee van. He is 5 a man who gave so It was the most precious much to so many a five-yearfew minutes of my life. and will be 6 on Dec 5. had to spend the old can. The last song he listened to last 10 years of his But on Tuesday, November perfect father—none of us was John Denver’s “A Baby life not remembering any of it. Just Like You” one of his and 24, my son didn’t lose another are—but he did the best he And it’s not fair we can’t all could. Like many men of his toy figure, he lost his grandmy favorite Christmas songs. generation, fatherhood didn’t father, his godfather and his come naturally. He was lucky namesake. His grandfather couldn’t hit to have my mom, who ran his a baseball out of Wrigley Field life. Beyond us three kids, he or steal home in a World Sefelt an obligation to be a father ries. But his impact, his legThomas Kevin McNicholas to hundreds of people, some acy, was so much more than Thomas Kevin McNicholas (Kevin), he barely knew. That was his you can cover in 27 outs. also known to many as KM, died on purpose in life, what he was They won’t be making a Tuesday, November 24, 2020 in Denver. toy figure of Kevin McNicho- born to do. He always said He was 83 years old. Kevin decided to las. They don’t make them for for those who much is given, leave us after a lengthy battle with Alzmuch is expected. I’ll go one PR guys like me either, they heimer’s disease. better on you dad, I believe certainly don’t make them for He is survived by his wife, Mary, there are people who feel life concessionaires. But he behis three children: Sean, Brendan and owes them and people who longs in that green box. Shannon, and his six grandchildren. feel they owe life. My father Due to his line of work, A Denver native, Kevin was pascertainly was the latter. my father had close ties with sionate about his Irish heritage; My dad battled alcohol, sports teams in the Denver forever quoting Irish blessings and staying sober over the last 30 area. He spent a large porlooking forward to St. Patrick’s Day a partner to cultural attractions (an years of his life. He was told tion of his life working at all year long. Kevin attended St. Joindustry beloved by Kevin). His emhe would never amount to Mile High, McNichols Sports seph’s middle school and high school anything, proving the doubters Arena and the Denver Colin Denver before moving on to St. ployees, some of whom began workwrong time and time again. iseum. He had drinks with Benedict’s College in Atchison, Kansas. ing for him as a teenager, talk openly Heck, he even battled COVID the likes of Satchel Paige and He moved back to his hometown after about the unique family atmosphere at the end. He was a winner. Pee Wee Reese. And yet, all college and over the decades became that Kevin created – a culture that My dad had a great sense of that would take a back seat a prominent member of the Denver continues to thrive today in his legacy, of humor, often pushing the to watching a young man or carried by its thousands of employees. community. woman he helped through col- boundaries of funny versus Kevin’s “family” extended well beStarting his company, KM Concesinsulting. But he had a way of lege get their first job. sions Inc., in 1971, the business still yond his wife and kids. Described by doing it that everyone loved. Looking at the tributes prospers to this day as the SSA Group, those who knew him as a “true hero”,
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ates. SSA Group, which just celebrated its 50th anniversary, remains one of the premier visitor services companies in the country, serving over 25 million visitors annually. It is still a family business, owned by Kevin and Mary McNicholas’s three children. Their son Kevin serves as CEO, daughter Shannon is Chief People Officer, and third owner, son Brendan is with the Colorado Avalanche. Kevin’s nephew Chris McNicholas is SSA’s general counsel. John Denver, yet another of life “figures” that has gone on too soon. As a boy I would watch my father sit by the Christmas tree late at night listening to his Christmas records like Denver and Gene Autry and Jim Reeves. Just him, a quiet house, a lit tree and a glass of bourbon. And now four decades later another McNicholas father sits by the tree alone, late at night, listening to the same songs his dad did. Life goes on. Kevin will live on in my son, as well as his five granddaughters. He will live on in the spirt of each of his family, friends and employees who think about him and his life lessons on a daily basis. He will live on in the lives of all he touched. So as we open the box of figures and put Ted Williams in left field, Lou Gehrig at first and Josh Gibson behind the plate, we remember Kevin. We’ll lay out the diamond and watch the heroes take their spots. The concessionaire will be looking on too, serving his ice cream, hot dogs and beers. A different kind of legend. Another figure has died, son. Maybe the best of them all. And he never put on a
“legend”, “father figure” and “one of the best people I ever met” Kevin’s generosity touched the lives of far too many to count. He loved betting on the underdog and lived to take care of people. Believing in the saying “for those who much is given, much is expected,” Kevin was a man who walked the walk to help those in need. There are a million stories about Kevin: his perfectionist ways, his passion for people, his belief in win-win, his life advice, his pat on the back, his compassion for those in need, and his catchy sayings like “big hat no cattle.” Over his lifespan Kevin was awarded over and over again for his leadership, business ethics, stewardship, community impact and more. His imprint here on earth is large and his legacy will continue on forever. Please share your memories and leave your condolences on horancares. com