When the Centennial Airport Community Noise Roundtable (CACNR) met on February 1, there was hope that unhappy residents who have been living with increased noise and air pollution from planes flying out of Centennial Airport (APA) might get their concerns addressed by the Federal Aviation Administration, whose regional manager was there in person.
The meeting ended after three hours with neither the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) nor APA officials offering a solution to the problem or even saying they had the power to solve the concerns, primarily about intrusive training flights, that have brought citizens to these meetings month after month.
The CACNR, though comprised of many elected officials, as well as staff from cities, counties, and other governmental and quasi-governmental agencies, is strictly a volunteer advisory group.
Mike Fronapfel, executive director and CEO of APA, reported meeting recently with representatives of several APA-based flight schools. Pointing to an incident where one school had conducted a training flight over a residential area between 4:30 a.m. and 5:30 a.m., he reported that the school’s representative acknowledged that it was probably not a good idea, but, Fronapfel noted that they were “within their legal rights” to have done so.
Fronapfel also noted that, “Although air traffic control (part of the FAA) gives direction to
the aircraft that are in the pattern, it’s not always giving absolute direction…”
Greenwood Village City Council Member Donna Johnston, a member of CACNR, said, “The residents are mad, I’m mad, because it’s maddening to have as many as two flight school planes or more at a time buzzing over your house for hours on end… If the FAA can make one change, it can make another--one that not only ensures safety in the sky, but one that ensures safety and sanity for those of us on the ground...We can expect this type of meeting to be the new normal until the problem is resolved. My recommendation tonight is that the FAA take decisive action, with a date certain, to stop the incessant flight school traffic overhead.”
Michael Valencia, FAA Regional Air Traffic Manager, ac-
knowledged that the mid-air collision that occurred on May 12, 2021 caused the FAA to review its procedures “in light of its number-one goal,” which “is to prevent collision.” The result, he said, was that, “We determined that we really needed to tighten up our ship…to increase positive control to prevent a collision…
We directed controllers to get better at it,” he reported.
Valencia reminded everyone that Denver International Airport (DEN), as well as APA, Rocky Mountain Airport, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo “each do over 1,000 operations a day.”
Next, Joseph Bert of the FAA’s Northwest Mountain Region, presented a report entitled, “Centennial Airport Traffic Pattern Briefing.” It found that “the primary and overriding causal factor for the increase in the visual flight pattern footprint at APA is simply increased aircraft …”
More significantly, it found that although the total number of aircraft flights at APA was up 24% between 2019 and 2022, the number of aircraft flights over Greenwood Village between 2019 and 2022 was up 75%. He added that each flight was counted only once, regardless of the number of touch-and-go operations that flight, if it were for training purposes, might have done.
When Johnston asked again what the FAA’s solution to GV residents’ concerns was, Valencia punted the question to Justin Biassou, FAA community engagement officer, who said, “Volume is certainly something that has to be dealt with on the source. We want to make sure that we’re working with you as the community to understand that there are air traffic control questions and that we are able to be here to answer all of those for you… You have an additional amount of traffic that leads to an extended downwind. To that end, we as the FAA are service providers and we want to be able to ensure that we have safe separation of aircraft at all times… I believe that we are operating safely and efficiently in that area… There
haven’t been any changes since the 2021 midair (collision) other than the recognition that we have an extended downwind due to increased traffic and demand at the airport.” He emphasized that the FAA had shared “openly and honestly” with the community in response to questions it had received.
Johnston said that she recalled “someone telling me that after the midair crash, that there were nine planes in rotation—these are flight schools—and that was reduced to maybe four or five, and that was an FAA decision. So, why wouldn’t you be able to reduce the amount of traffic further?”
Bert disagreed with Johnston’s premise, explaining, “I did not find anything that regulated the amount of aircraft in the pattern in our research. As far as I know, we don’t do that anywhere.” CACNR Chair Brad Pierce spelled it out simply, “The FAA is not going to limit the number of planes in the pattern.”
Biassou also pointed out that, “We have strict constraints that are given to us by Congress and our mandate is to ensure safe operations…We know that the airport receives grant funding from the federal government… That would also make it difficult for the airport to restrict those, as well. We want to make sure that we share with you those limitations…to demonstrate the constraints of our respective organizations to restrict traffic…as long as they are safely operating.”
Despite being asked by multiple people multiple times whether they had made a change to the air traffic patterns after the midair collision in 2021, FAA representatives repeatedly denied having done so.
Fronapfel disagreed with the FAA that there had been a significant increase in the volume of flights at APA between 2019 and 2022 and offered statistics that he said demonstrated that the volume of flights had decreased, not increased, then added, “We have a lot more analysis we want to do on our end, and work with the FAA on trying to really zero in on this.”
As Chair Pierce opened the public comment portion of the meeting, new Arapahoe County Commissioner Jessica Campbell-Swanson asked if she could have the privilege, as an elected official, to ask a question or two that had been unaddressed thus far. She addressed herself to Valencia, saying, “Pinning down the cause of the increased flight pattern north of Arapahoe is an
... the number of aircraft flights over Greenwood Village between 2019 and 2022 was up 75%
Art can break down barriers. It can open minds and connect communities. Art at its best reaches across borders.
Greenwood Village City Council, however, has taken the opposite position with its recent meddling in the work of the city’s Arts and Humanities Council. With the decision to restrict and ultimately cancel the annual Greenwood Village Arts Scholarship, the city leaders prefer to close doors, build walls, marginalize people, and restrict arts funding. In fact, if you follow the thinking of the City Council, you might suspect the Village is closed for business to outsiders.
The GV arts scholarship had been a wonderful message and symbol to the community and the town’s neighbors across Arapahoe County. For thirty-five years, previous leaders of Greenwood Village set an admirable example of support for the arts among young people. With its generous and impressive guideline that opened applications to any student in Arapahoe County, the Arts Council used its independently-raised funds to honor the best among all the students attending school in the area. Knowing no city is an island and that consumers cross borders all the time, the Arts Council simply focused on its mission –supporting the arts.
Apparently, city council members are pretty riled up about giving money to artists who don’t live in the city. I guess that could make sense because it’s not like the Village ever pays artists who don’t live here – like say the musicians who play the mobile summer concerts. I guess we’ve never seen non-resident artists and performers at the Mayor’s Lighting Ceremony or Greenwood Village Day. No, of course not. The Village can’t honor, support, and pay artists who don’t live in the Village. That’s the thinking of a City Council member who said “this is city money and we are elected to be stewards of city money.” However, that view is somewhat inaccurate and misleading because city tax dollars are not used to fund the scholarship.
The Arts Council is self-funded through fundraising, donations, and grants, a point made clear by member Sandy Carson who noted “I find this particularly appalling because all monies for scholarships are derived from our earnings. City taxes are not involved in the scholarships.”
Sadly, current council members are surprisingly aloof to the nature of the town they profess to lead. For example, one council member responded to an email about the arts scholarship by saying she had “volunteered to chair the application and award committee” limited specifically to a Greenwood Village resident. Had she listened to the discussions with Arts and Humanities, she would have
known that last year only two of the twenty-seven applicants
councils to specialize.
were from Greenwood Village, and one of those applications was not even complete and did not qualify. The scholarship is a merit award, yet apparently some council members would simply award the scholarship to applicants based on their address. Clearly the council members have limited knowledge of the work the Arts Council does. In fact, that’s why the Village established separate boards and
Greenwood Village is a small community of just fourteen thousand people. Thus, in a graduating class of nine-hundred seniors at Cherry Creek, the number of Village residents could be quite small, with no guarantee any of those residents are outstanding artists of exceptional talent. However, a phenomenal artist may literally live across the street from the Village in Centennial or just down the road in Littleton. Council members want to award the “youth of Greenwood Village,” but the youth of the community are not just those living here. It’s those who spend their days – and their money – in the Village. And, to be clear, of the nearly seventy scholarships given over the years, only twenty-nine went to kids outside the Village anyway.
As a Village resident, I’d hate to suggest people not support local businesses, but money talks, as the saying goes. Because the Council has made it clear they don’t value non-residents as members of the community, perhaps students should think more carefully about where they spend their money and the implications of those funds. A Centennial or Aurora student attending school in the Village may spend thousands of dollars in the Village over the years. Until the Greenwood Village City Council reverses its unfortunate decision about the arts scholarship and heals its relationship with the Arts and Humanities Council, the young people of Arapahoe County might want to consider spending their money elsewhere.
Michael P. Mazenko is a writer, educator, & school administrator in Greenwood Village. He blogs at A Teacher’s View and can be found on Twitter @mmazenko. You can email him at mmazenko@ gmail.com
thirty-five years, previous leaders of Greenwood Village set an admirable example of support for the arts among young people. With its generous and impressive guideline that opened applications to any student in Arapahoe County, the Arts Council used its independently-raised funds to honor the best among all the students attending school in the area.
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Following two years of mandatory ROTC, a choice was offered to Junior level students to enroll in advanced military science for two- years that offered a Reserve Officer commission as a 2nd Lt. Following graduation, a tour of duty in the Army or Air Force. They didn’t offer naval programs. Classes were held daily in the military science building. The pay was $28 a month for the two years, with an eight-week army basic training boot camp following the junior year. After graduation, orders came for assignment to a military branch for further training. I selected a combat branch of the army at Ft. Knox, Kent. The draft was still in place, and students were dropping out of school for various reasons and were being drafted into the army. Storm clouds were gathering in Vietnam, but no military conflicts yet.
It wouldn’t be long before students fled to Canada to prevent being drafted into the Vietnam conflict.
As a farm kid who grew up around guns, hunting, and heavy farm equipment, joining the armed Calvary would be exciting. I signed up for the program, never dreaming that I would be a 2nd Lt. operating tank firing ranges at Ft. Knox three years later. We were ready for assignments after an intensive 12-week training class in AOB-3 with 29 other young officers. The West Point class was AOB2, where they were career officers. The rest of us were short-term reservists. Most of my classmates were from Southern states, military academies, and many LSU graduates. I learned that these southern gentlemen loved football, coffee and were military-minded, with backgrounds stretching back to the Civil War. I learned that southerners are feisty and very patriotic.
Here’s the bottom line of this “shaggy dog” column. I learned a great deal about
tanks. I still have my M1/ A1 tank driver’s license. We learned all about these massive war machines that were so prevalent in World War II and Korea. Our training included driving tanks over obstacles, climbing walls and fording water hazards. Four crew members are in a tank: the loader, gunner, driver and commander. Everyone had a headset and was linked to a command network.
During training, we had to run a timed mile every day, make wind sprints until some puked, attend classes, and do tank exercises. We loaded and fired the tank 105 cannon with live ammunition. We dismantled and assembled the 30 -caliber machine gun and the 50 caliber machine gun mounted on the turret. If you watched the movie Fury, which depicted tank battles during World War II, you saw the dangers of tank warfare. The Germans had better Panzer tanks with more firepower. Now they have Leopard tanks that are being sent to Ukraine. The United States is going to send 30 Abrams tanks in a year. I read that Ukraine wants at least 300 of these armed vehicles from various sources. They want the tanks for a military offensive to reclaim lost territory
to Russian forces.
I’m all for supporting the Ukraine forces. Still, I am very aware of some of the challenges in transporting, training and operating this many tanks on a remote battlefield in rural Ukraine. I know how long it took me, and some savvy students, to become rookie tank commanders. While we had the latest tank technology that included some pretty sophisticated rangefinders to zero in on targets, it takes immense training, skill and practice. Time is of the essence, with the Russians believed to be launching a spring offensive. These tanks will never arrive in time to repel or launch a major Russian offensive.
Inside the interior of a tank is a seat for the gunner, who receives an order from the commander up top to load a choice of shell. An “HE” round explodes above the ground to scatter shrapnel to kill advancing infantry, and another round, “ME,” has thousands of ball bearings in the shells to mow down approaching troops. Standard artillery shells blow up on impact. Many tanks in Vietnam were used as artillery. The recent Dessert Storm War was an absolute tank offensive that went very well. Tanks can only venture into jungles with infantry support. I’ve been to Vietnam
and have seen the burnedout tanks in the jungles.
Lastly, watching newscasts from Ukraine, those forces have destroyed hundreds of Russian tanks with the deadly bazooka shells developed by Israel that can penetrate six-inch thick tank armor. The interior of the tank has all of the large shells stacked around the interior wall by the loader. These new tank killer weapons can be carried by infantry and are death sentences to tanks and crews. I’m hinting that tank warfare may be a thing of the past. Maybe many tanks are being given away because new warfare is rapidly moving to missiles and air defense systems.
Tanks are scary. You can feel the ground shaking when you hear them coming. They will scare the daylights out of raw Russian recruits. But overall, they will not win the war for Ukraine forces. Diplomacy must occur soon to prevent the Russians from just destroying Ukraine cities, one by one, with their missiles and bombs.
I was once the sole range officer for Ft. Knox, my squad, training company after company in tank gunnery. While my Army MOS was Platoon Reconnaissance Leader, being the lead tank ahead of an infantry column had a possible life span of about three minutes. I was fortunate to be assigned to USATC as a range officer supervising the three tank firing tables. I got really good at it. The army offered me a full-time regular army commission, but I declined. I was glad to return home, helping my dad feed cows and my eventual newspaper career.
I never met finer men and women than those I served with in the military. They are genuinely the honorable heroes of our nation.
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Reverend Martin Niemoller
“In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists and didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews and I didn’t speak up because wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics and didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”
2020 MemberIt has been said that politics is the second oldest profession. I have learned that it bears a striking resemblance to the first.
– Ronald Reagan
The University of Colorado (CU) is the third largest employer in our state and has a $13.3 billion impact on our economy. The governing board of the university - the CU Board of Regents consists of nine members serving staggered six-year terms, one elected from seven congressional districts and two from the state of Colorado at large. The board is charged constitutio nally with the general supervision of the university and the exclusive control and direction
of funds of and appropriations to the university, unless otherwise provided by law. What makes University of Colorado Regents different? “Our Regents are not based on need,” said Patrick O’Rourke. “The people of Colorado determine who serves us!” Under the direction of Associate VP – University of Colorado, Office of the President Elizabeth Collins, a Celebration of Service was held to honor three whose terms were completed. The ballroom at Hilton Denver Inverness was appropriately set in black and gold.
Jack Kroll, Sue Sharkey and Heidi Ganahl were celebrated with their
families, friends, fellow regents, chancellors and President Todd Saliman sharing the festivities. There was plenty of spirit, mutual accolades and accomplishments of the regents whose combined years of service to the prestigious university equals decades.
Each honoree received a framed piece of art commissioned by now-local artist Joanna Hall. Each piece presented represented a special interest of the honoree. Jack Kroll’s was the Tivoli Building on the Auraria Campus. Jack (often mistaken for an undergrad) is an alum of CU Denver, has worked in admissions and made sure CU took care of its own. He
was introduced by Regent Emeritus Stephen Ludwig who served on the board from 2007-2019. With humor, Kroll expressed that he would miss his colleagues and the learning experiences.
Patrick O’Rourke was animated while introducing the humble Sue Sharkey who served with honor and distinction. “She cares so much about CU, had the courage to seek office - accomplish the mission of CU and give voice to others such as rural students, people in prison and veterans.” “I wanted to turn my campaign rhetoric into action,” said Sharkey. She emotionally recounted her history of never wearing a cap and gown until her regent regalia. Her framed art, parting gift, was a depiction of the Fitzsimons Building on the CU Anschutz Medial Campus. She had a resolution passed to make the official naming of the building.
Emeritus Regent Steve Bosley (founder of the Boulder Bolder
fame) had preceded Heidi Ganahl and introduced her. The entrepreneur, author, founder of charities and former candidate for Governor of Colorado was elected in 2016. She was described as a ceaseless advocate for affordability, accessibility, always asking what’s the best for our students and unrelenting in the protection of freedom of speech. “She never gives up!” said Bosley. Ganahl praised her friend and mentor. “The purpose of CU is represented on the seal – a lantern in the hand of youth,” she said. Ganahl is an alum of CU and received the depiction of CU Buffalos Mascot Ralphie and Ralphie handlers.
Of the many decisions to be made in the last few difficult years, the Regents were thrilled to have participated in the search for a new CU president and their proud decision to hire Todd Saliman and… lastly, the signing of Deion Sand-
as new football head coach.
Regent Heidi Ganahl guestsMarcus Fotenos (former CU student body president), daughter Tori Ganahl, CU Regent Emeritus Steve Bosley, Heidi Ganahl, husband Jason Ganahl and her parents Susie and Harvey Haight
“Regents are the conscience of the university.”
– RegentEmeritus Stephen Ludwig (Regent from
2007-2019)Executive Vice Chancellor and COO for CU Boulder Patrick O’Rourke was animated introducing Sue Sharkey ABOVE: Sue Sharkey with art depicting the Fitzsimons Building on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus ABOVE: Heidi with Steve with art depicting the CU Mascot Ralphie and Ralphie’s handlers
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important aspect of this conversation...I believe in your sincerity and the commitment that you have to your job and your safety, but I wonder if there might have been a slight overcorrection in the training updates that have been communicated to the controllers…The airport believes it was a change in the landing sequencing pattern between a parallel landing pattern to a staggered landing pattern. You’re pointing to the airport, saying it’s more flights in the pattern…We have to have somebody take ownership at one point…In that retraining, is there a way to back off of that a little bit?”
When Biassou responded to Chair Pierce, rather than Campbell-Swanson, that, “It was our understanding that we were to be receiving the public comment, as opposed to a back and forth,” and that the FAA would respond to it at a future date, Campbell- Swanson interjected, “I was given
permission to ask a question as a matter of privilege as an elected official.” Chair Pierce answered Campbell-Swanson, “As a former elected official myself, I’m sure all the elected officials up here (on the CACNR) have been subject to public comment,” and told her that the FAA would take the question under advisement. GV Council Member Johnston offered to say that Campbell-Swanson’s question had come from her as a member of the CACNR, in order to get an instant response from the FAA, but Pierce moved on to public comment.
The focus of the meeting returned to the primary concern of most people present, “What can be done by the FAA to limit the number of aircraft?”
The answer given was that the flight schools would have to voluntarily agree to limit the number of aircraft. Again, the FAA made its position clear, repeating, “There’s nothing we can do on our end. We are in the business of providing a service,
not policing that kind of stuff.”
Members of the public who commented included over a dozen area residents, most of whom had spoken at previous meetings about how difficult it has been to live with the continuous activity of training flights over their neighborhood. Statements made included, “For the FAA to say there may not be a solution is infuriating,” “I feel like I’m being gaslighted,” “Most of the questions asked here are being ducked,” “I’m outraged,” “Why are these flight schools so privileged?” “You’re going to have a class action suit,” and, “I’m in therapy, our lives have become unlivable.”
As the meeting came to a close, Valencia addressed the room, saying, “I’m Michael and I’m from the FAA. I’m smarter for coming here. I know the stakes are extremely high. I’m an optimist and I know there’s a solution here. I want to thank you for letting me spend some time with you. I’m here and I’m
listening.”
The Villager asked GV Mayor George Lantz, Centennial Council Member Candace Moon, GV Council Member Johnston, Arapahoe County Commissioner Campbell-Swanson, and HD37 Rep. Ruby Dickson, all of whom were at the meeting, their reaction to what they heard. We received responses from Lantz, Johnston, and Moon as of press time.
Mayor Lantz told us, “I am very concerned about the FAA’s response or lack of response to citizens’ valid concerns over a 75% increase in flights over Greenwood Village. With one collision in 16 million flights (with fortunately no lives lost) the health risks and negative impact to residents associated with heavy flight traffic over both schools and homes must be considered. We are asking the FAA to return the flight patterns to those existing prior to 2021.”
Johnston said, “The FAA flat out lied and everyone knows it. They made a change to the air traffic and refuse to admit it. It
was a bad decision that’s left thousands of residents of Arapahoe County with increased noise and lead pollution. They call themselves public servants and ask the public to contact them with noise complaints, but it’s a farce. They’ve made it clear their job is solely to protect the pilots and people in the air, residents be damned.”
Moon responded, “While there are some difficult issues being brought by the public, the Roundtable is serving its purpose by allowing the public a forum to be heard and learn more about the airport operations as well as the role the federal government plays in regulating air traffic. The Centennial Airport has been advocating for a modified flight path to the FAA on the public’s behalf to mitigate noise concerns related to flight patterns as well as supporting the transition to unleaded aviation fuel…It appears the flight training operators are looking internally at other changes they can make to improve the situation.”
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Art Specialty and How I began
My pottery life began back in the late 60’s. Once I got my hands in clay…I knew it was special – it was therapeutic – it’s meditative, calming, and it makes me focus on what’s right in front of me! I quickly realized, however, that I had to actually make a living. So 50-years later – and after retirement…I’ve got my hands in clay again – and life is good!
What inspires my designs… I enjoy things that are unique and whimsical so my work – my designs are inspired by what’s around me that make me happy. Flowers, colors, simplicity all make me feel good – and I try to project those same elements in what I create. Seeing people appreciate and enjoy my work puts a smile on my face –and inspires me to make things for their enjoyment. It brings joy to my life!
The Importance of Creativity
Creativity is important in many
What is your speciality and how did you begin?
While I have an extensive background in many different mediums (such as quilting, designing, and sewing), my speciality now is fiber arts. I love to weave, knit, and felt. Many years ago, I took a beginning three-day workshop on weaving and was immediately hooked!
What inspires your designs?
I have traveled all over the world and am influenced by many of my experiences. I also get inspired by a challenge! I often wake up in the middle of the night and think… what if?! What if I mix these things together….how can I make this?
My best designs start as a challenge.
Why is being creative important?
It’s important because it is my passion! Everything I make is unique and one-of-a-kind.
Share your favorite piece of art and why.
My favorite piece is always the last thing I’ve created!
ways – it expands the mind – and broadens our perspective on things around us. Other people’s creativity inspires me to “think outside the box”.
Favorite Piece of Art and Why?
Selecting a favorite piece of art –or a favorite anything - closes the mind of creativity. Once something is your “favorite” - you gravitate
to more of the same thing – and close yourself to new ideas. Keep an open mind – and you’ll discover your next “favorite thing”.
HAND (UPPER EXTREMITY) PEAK ORTHOPEDICS Insok Yi, MD
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U.S. Rep. Jason Crow recently announced that 15 community projects he submitted, totaling $21,294,509, were all approved by the House Appropriations Committee and will be funded.
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, signed by President Biden on December 29, 2022, was comprised of $858 billion in spending for defense and $800 billion for all other categories combined. In a process change that went into effect last year, Members of Congress were allowed to request direct funding of community projects for their districts that had the support of local leaders and community-based organizations.
One of the projects that Crow submitted was for $2,000,000 for construction of a new acute care facility for Aurora Comprehensive Community Mental Health Center, which treats acute mental health and substance use disorders. It will serve as the first phase of a health campus that will eventually include a physical and oral health clinic and affordable housing units so that clients will be able to access service for primary care, mental health, oral health, addiction, and crisis needs at a single location, “eliminating barriers to access for both clients and community
partners.”
Letters of support for the project were submitted by Crow from the president and CEO of Stride Community Health Center, the executive director of the Housing Authority of the City of Aurora, the Chairs of the Board of County Commissioners of both Arapahoe County and Adams County, the Mayor of the City of Aurora, the managing director of Falck (the exclusive emergency ambulance provider for the City of Aurora), and the director of Arapahoe County Department of Human Services.
All the projects for which Congressman Crow received funding included similar detailed explanations and multiple letters of support from community leaders. Those now-approved projects are:
• $1,500,000 for the de-
sign and site plan for a facility to be known as the Colorado Freedom Memorial Center (CFM) to honor Coloradans killed in military action. It will contain a theater for presentations by authors, historians, and veterans, and a classroom with computers linked to CFM partners across the country.
• $1,212,062 for the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Denver, CO for after-school programs, including one-on-one homework support, STEM-based learning, cultural arts, sports leagues, leadership programs, outdoor education, and nutrition.
• $1,500,000 for the Cherry Creek School District for the construction of a Mental Health Day Treatment Facility to provide therapeutic mental health care to students in crisis while continuing to provide them with an education.
• $4,000,000 for The Roots- A Community Hub for Newcomers in Colorado to renovate a building to provide a place for the 60,000+ refugees in metro Denver to gather, receive support and health care, and build a community for themselves.
• $2,800,000 for the City of Aurora to put toward replacement and upgrading of aging drink-
ing water transmission pipelines to prevent contamination, leaks, and breaks in the pipe, and to improve service to the north Aurora and Delmar Parkway neighborhoods.
• $668,313 for Children’s Hospital Colorado to expand and develop two critical programs in conjunction with University of Colorado School of Medicine that together will enhance access to mental health care and improve linguistic responsiveness in mental health services for children and youth in Aurora and across metro Denver.
• $629,970 for Douglas County to ensure youth and families utilizing crisis services in the County relating to ongoing mental and behavioral health treatment, including community-based intensive in-home and outpatient services, youth resiliency development, parent support, and other services.
• $2,500,000 to renovate the Martin Luther King Jr. Library in Aurora, including creating a safe place for vulnerable youth.
• $1,500,000 for the City of Littleton to collaborate with the cities of Englewood and Sheridan on a regional solution to homelessness by standing up the new
Bridge House Ready-toWork facility .
• $650,000 for Food Bank of the Rockies to purchase several trucks and vehicles.
• $750,000 to put toward the $3,000,000 construction cost for an amphitheater located at the Veterans Memorial, which will provide a gathering place for veterans and their families and space for programming focused on veterans.
• $783,580 to develop and implement certification in rural public health for medical students at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and the Colorado School of Public Health.
• $460,584 to establish an Injury and Violence Prevention Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center that will support students from underrepresented backgrounds in pursuing an education in injury and violence prevention.
• $340,000 for Second Chance Center to support service at Providence in the Heights, a permanent supportive housing program serving more than 60 residents, including 11 children, exiting homelessness.
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A look at the current election for Denver mayor demonstrates why ranked choice voting (RCV) was created to elect the candidate preferred by the largest number of voters in one efficient election event.
According to fairvote.org, “RCV-- also known as “instant runoff” voting-- improves fairness in elections by allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference. RCV is straightforward: voters have the option to rank candidates in order of preference: first, second, third, and so forth. Votes that do not help voters’ top choices win count for their next choice. It works in all types of elections and supports more representative outcomes.”
Using RCV, all candidates’ first-choice votes are tallied. The candidate with the fewest total votes is eliminated and all votes are re-tallied, with the vote of
those who chose the eliminated candidate given to their second-choice candidate. That process is repeated, mathematically and automatically, until one candidate has received over 50 percent of the vote. That is why it is called an instant runoff.
RCV results in the candidate most preferred by the largest number of voters being elected, without the need for a costly and contentious runoff election.
It also avoids a situation that could easily happen in the Denver mayoral election where 17 candidates filed campaign finance reports on February 1, indicating they are all still running in the April 4 election. With the votes split between 17 different candidates, it is difficult to imagine how anyone will get over 50%, so there is very likely going to be a runoff. The other result of splitting the vote 17 ways is that it is mathematically likely that the two top vote-getters may each receive a relatively small percentage of the votes cast. Thus, it is possible, even likely that the runoff will be
between two candidates who were each preferred by less than 20 percent of those who cast ballots.
With RCV, there is no costly runoff, (which in Denver, will occur two months after the original vote,) and the “instant” winner in the sole election is the person who is most preferred by the largest number of voters participating in that election.
In primaries, RCV also results in the winner being the candidate most preferred by the largest number of voters. Under traditional procedures, if a candidate in a primary wins by a plurality, (receiving less than 50% of the vote,) which is common in Colorado, that person usually gets his or her party’s nomination. A primary winner, even with a small plurality, in a state or county or even a local legislative district that tilts toward one party (and most do), often wins or loses in the general election simply because of the R or D that follows the candidate’s name.
RCV results in candidates who enjoy wider support winning pri-
maries thus giving them a better chance to win the general election, even when one party tends to be dominant.
A detailed study of how winners in traditional primaries who received weak pluralities were elected to congressional and statewide offices around the country in the November 2022 election, largely due to the overall political leanings of their state, can be found at https://fairvote.org/report/ fewest-votes-wins-plurality-victories-in-2022-primaries/. Although legally elected, they often don’t represent the majority of the views of their constituents. That is much less likely to happen with RCV.
In Colorado, RCV is already in use in the cities of Carbondale, Telluride and Basalt. The cities of Fort Collins, Broomfield and Boulder have voted to use RCV in upcoming elections.
In Maine and Alaska, RCV is used statewide for all federal elections. In Alaska, it is also used statewide for all state general elections. Maine uses it for all state primaries.
In Utah, RCV is used for local elections in over 20 cities. In Minnesota, it is used for local elections in five cities, including Minneapolis and St. Paul. It is also used for local elections in Santa Fe and Las Cruces, New Mexico.
The states of Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and South Carolina use RCV for military and overseas voters.
Even Robert’s Rules of Order, the accepted guide for parliamentary procedure, along with recognized political scientists from the law schools of Harvard, Stanford, George Washington, Loyola, University of Memphis, and the University of Southern California, plus professors from the Universities of Georgia, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, and numerous other academic institutions, along with a former governor of Utah, and the late Sen. John McCain, have all issued public statements supporting RCV.
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The Daniels Fund distributed $63.8 million in grants to nonprofit organizations and scholarships to students in 2022. The total includes $48.8 million in grants to nonprofit organizations throughout Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming, as well as to select national organizations and $15 million in scholarships to students throughout the four-state region.
“Bill Daniels had a generous heart for all people and created the Daniels Fund to spark hope and improve lives
in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming,” said Hanna Skandera, President and CEO of the Daniels Fund.
“It is an honor to carry forward his legacy of supporting people who want to change their futures as well as giving the next generation more opportunity.”
Communities across Colorado are benefiting from $33.3
million in grants this past year to highly effective nonprofits throughout the state. The Daniels Fund makes grants in eight funding areas as directed by its founder, Bill Daniels: Aging, Amateur Sports, Disabilities, Drug & Alcohol Addiction, Early Childhood Education, Homeless & Disadvantaged, K-12 Education Reform, and Youth Development. More
details are available on each of the grant funding areas at www.danielsfund.org/grants.
Colorado students received $9.7 million in scholarships in 2022 through the Daniels Fund’s two distinct scholarship programs. The Daniels Scholarship Program provides college scholarships to high school seniors with great potential, strong character, and big dreams. The Boundless Opportunity Scholarship program provides funding to participating colleges to offer scholarships to non-traditional students.
The Daniels Fund also provided grant funding for ethics education through the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative.
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SPACIOUS AND EXQUISITE IN A BUILDING WITH 2 POOLS, SPA, PARTY ROOM,
NEW AND COMING
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o FOXRIDGE WEST EXCEPTIONAL TRI-LEVEL WITH FINISHED BASEMENT. FORMER MODEL HOME. ON MARKET NOW. $675,000 PLUS $25,000 IN CLOSING COSTS OR LOAN DISCOUNT POINTS - SOLD.
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I’ve been trying to decide what to make of the Broncos’ protracted coaching search, the heralded acquisition of Sean Payton, and the early optimism about Denver’s football future with him at the helm.
After weeks of listening, reading and ruminating, here’s what I’ve come up with.
First, the process:
We may never know for sure, but I suspect Greg Penner’s first foray into pro football’s competitive culture was eye-opening and not much like hard-nosed business, even at his level.
When he announced at the outset of his inaugural hunt that he was looking to bag a leader with previous head-coaching experience, he may have expected that proclamation to mark the first sorting of the candidate herd.
After all, what seasoned head coach looking for another opportunity wouldn’t want to take over the on-field product of one of pro football’s high-profile franchises? Especially one with the richest ownership in the league.
But some other teams with sideline vacancies eschewed first-timers, too, meaning there would be competition.
Also, some coaches who had been around the block previously weren’t enamored with the Denver challenge. Others didn’t interest Penner.
Dan Quinn and Raheem Morris head those lists, respectively.
Jim Harbaugh, current resident of the house of Bo, was, it seems, Penner’s first choice.
When the Michigan man
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#1 DENVER BOARD OF REALTORS 12 YEARS STRAIGHT TOP 1.5% OF AGENTS IN THE USA #44 OF 1,350,000 AGENTS IN THE USA (THE WALL STREET JOURNAL)
Since their inception in 1993, the Rockies had never asked a position player to pitch in one of their games. But in the 12th inning against the Atlanta Braves on August 22, 2000, they had no choice.
with Super Bowl creds declined not once but twice, a newcomer emerged as the preferred candidate. At this juncture, Sean Payton’s price tag appeared to be too steep, even for Penner. So, the best rookie was worth a try.
I believe Demeco Ryans would have been the Broncos’ new coach—despite Penner’s stated desire to hire experience—if he hadn’t chosen to return to Houston, where he had starred as a player.
As soon as it became clear that Ryans was not coming to Denver, the question quickly became, “What do we have to do to land Payton?”
Suddenly, roughly doubling Payton’s reported TV salary and making him one of the highest-paid coaches in the NFL, was acceptable.
In a flash, a deal was struck with New Orleans to bring the proven ex-Saints coach, who was still under contract, to Denver, in return for the 2023 first-round draft pick the Broncos garnered from Miami for Bradley Chubb, plus next year’s second-rounder.
One thing this saga suggests is that the Broncos’ new ownership will do whatever it takes to turn this ship around.
Payton, for his part, proved to be the better poker player, allowing every rumor about his intentions—“he’ll wait for an opening in Los Angeles” . . . “he’s prepared to return to the Fox studio for another season” . . . etc.—to enhance the urgency of signing him now.
So, what’s in store?
There are many questions to be answered.
First and foremost is quar-
terback Russell Wilson’s encore to his disastrous debut in orange and blue.
Payton succeeded in helping one short passer become a superstar. (Or was it the other way around in the case of Drew Brees?)
Can he do it again and revive Wilson’s suddenly flagging reputation as an elite playmaker? Is better coaching all Russ needs? Many believe Payton will do it.
And, too, there’s the matter of control.
At one point in Penner’s odyssey, Payton was alleged to have expressed concerns about friction between him and someone in Denver’s brain trust.
He denied it, of course, but by then that chip, shrewdly, had already raised the stakes.
In stark contrast, “The ownership group is fantastic,” was among Payton’s first comments when it was reported that he was headed for Denver.
Coming from someone who insisted on having the only say that mattered when anything Saints football was the subject, one must wonder if “ownership group” is a notso-veiled reference to the other Paton—general manager George, no ‘y.’
We won’t know until push comes to shove over one or more personnel decisions, but it’s certainly something to keep an eye on.
Finally, what about personnel?
With no pick until the third round this April (barring an unlikely trade), the 2023 draft does not figure to infuse the roster with much immediate help.
Penner & Co. likely is willing to spend the bucks it will take to try to offset the slim draft pickings with mercenaries. But this isn’t considered a deep free agent class.
Thus, it comes down to Payton’s impact, which includes the staff he assembles.
He may restore Wilson’s luster and should resuscitate the team to the point of competitiveness and respectability.
But not even Sean Payton can turn water into wine or multiply loaves and fishes.
In other words, don’t expect a miracle.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Arapahoe County, Colorado and Incorporated Areas
The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within Arapahoe County, Colorado and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for Arapahoe County, Colorado and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/ fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).
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First Publication: February 9, 2023
Last Publication: February 16, 2023
DISTRICT COURT ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO
Arapahoe County Justice Center
7325 S. Potomac St., Centennial, CO 80112
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner - Plaintiff, v.
EDWIN DOBLADO-CARDONA, ALBERTO ANTONIO CUADROS, WILDER DOBLADO DOBLADO and any unknown persons who may claim any interest in the subject matter of this action, to wit:
2012 White Honda Civic VIN
19XFB2F84CE311018 and $6,522.00 in United States
Currency, Respondent - Defendant
Case Number: 2022 CV 30833 Div./Ctrm.: 204
SECOND ALIAS CITATION TO SHOW CAUSE
WHY CONTRABAND PROPERTY SHOULD NOT BE FORFEITED
THIS MATTER comes before the court pursuant to §16-13-501, et seq., C.R.S., as a Petition in Forfeiture seeking a Second Alias
Citation to Show Cause Why
Contraband Property Should Not Be Forfeited, brought by the District Attorney for the Eighteenth Judicial District, State of Colorado.
The Court has previously examined the Petition and the supporting affidavit and has previously considered the Petitioner-Plaintiff’s request for the issuance of a Citation to Show Cause.
The Court has previously found that the Petitioner-Plaintiff has shown probable cause that the seized property in this action, as described in the caption above, is contraband property subject to seizure, confiscation, and forfeiture pursuant to §16-13-501, et seq.,
C.R.S. The Court has previously found that the named RespondentDefendant in the caption is the only person known to have, an interest in, or to have asserted and interest in, the subject matter of the action.
The Court, therefore, issues this second alias citation:
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
TO THE ABOVE RESPONDENTDEFENDANT:
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND ORDERED TO APPEAR for a first appearance on this case in the District Court in and for the Eighteenth Judicial District, State of Colorado, at the Arapahoe County Justice Center, Division 204, 7325 S. Potomac St., Centennial, State of Colorado, on the 23rd day of March, 2023, at 8:30 a.m., and to show cause, if any there be, why the court should not grant the relief requested in the Petition in Forfeiture served herewith, which seeks the forfeiture of the subject matter property described in the caption above, which was seized on the date of March 24, 2022, at or near the location 15464 E. Hampden Ave, Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado, Arapahoe State
of Colorado. The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is the agency holding the seized subject matter property.
The Court orders that this citation may be served by certified mail, in accordance with §16-13505(7,) C.R.S. The RespondentDefendant may appear virtually by WebEx through the following website: https://judicial.webex. com/meet/D18-ARAP-Div204
WARNING: If you wish to have the subject property returned to you, you must respond to this Second Alias Citation to Show Cause. You are warned that, pursuant to §16-13-505(1.7) (b) and (8), C.R.S., if you fail to file a response to the Petition in Forfeiture and in accordance with §16-13-505(2)(d), or if you fail to appear personally, virtually, by counsel, or as otherwise directed by the Court at the first appearance, pursuant to §16-13-505(8), C.R.S., judgment by default shall be entered against you by the Court forthwith for the relief demand in the Petition in Forfeiture, without further notice.
Pursuant to §16-13-505(2)(d), C.R.S., the responsive pleading shall be designated a response to petition and citation to show cause and shall be filed with the court at or before the first appearance on the petition and shall include:
(I) A statement admitting or denying the averments of the petition;
(II) A statement setting forth with particularity why the seized property should not be forfeited. The statement shall include specific factual and legal grounds supporting it and any affirmative defense to forfeiture as provided in this part 5.
(III) A list of witnesses whom the respondent intends to call at the hearing on the merits, including the addresses and telephone numbers thereof; and
(IV) A verified statement, supported by documentation, that the claimant is the true owner of the property or an interest therein.
You are advised that, pursuant to §16-13-505(5) C.R.S.: “Continuance of the hearing on the merits shall be granted upon stipulation of the parties or upon good cause shown.”
DONE this 23rd day of January, 2023
BY THE COURT: Christopher C. Cross DISTRICT COURT JUDGE
TAMMY PREVOST and NOEL MORALES, Respondents.
Linda Arnold, Reg. No. 16764
Office of the Arapahoe County
Attorney
Attorney for the People Arapahoe County Department of Human Services
14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 larnold@arapahoegov.com
Tel: 303-636-1882
Fax: 303-636-1889
Case No:22JV30117 Division:23
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY COURT TRIAL AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT REGARDING TAMMY PREVOST AND NOEL MORALES
To The Respondents:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Court Trial and Default Judgment regarding Tammy Prevost and Noel Morales is set for February 23, 2023 at the hour of 11:45 a.m. (MST), in Division 23, of the Arapahoe County District Court. The Arapahoe County District Court is holding hearings via Cisco WebEx Meetings to allow for audiovisual and/or audio participation. Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link:
•www. judicial.webex.com/meet/
D18-ARAP-Div23
•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 and enter access code 2598 320 5548 (followed by #, #).
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. n 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.
/s/Linda Arnold
Linda Arnold, Reg. No. 16764
Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO80012 (303) 636-1883
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Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11024
DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE
STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street
Centennial, Colorado (303) 649-6355 Telephone
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
In the Interest of:
HEAVEN RICE and NEVAEH
RICE, Children, and concerning JESSICA RICE and BYRON ARMSTRONG, Respondents.
Erinn Walz, #43200 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: (303) 752-8989 Fax: (303) 636-1889
Case No: 22JV345 Division: 22
NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT CONCERNING RESPONDENT FATHER BYRON ARMSTRONG
To The Respondents:
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding Byron Armstrong is set for February 27, 2023, at the hour of 11:00 a m , in Division 22, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child, dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.
Due to COVID 19, the Arapahoe County District Court is holding hearings via Cisco WebEx Meetings to allow for audiovisual and/or audio participation. Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link:
• https://judicial.webex. com/meet/D18-ARAP-Div22
• 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. When prompted enter Access code: 2594 887 9073 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed).
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.
2/1//2023
Date Erinn Walz, Reg. #43200
Assistant County Attorney Attorney for the Petitioner
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Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11025
Legal # 11036
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
§1-13.5-501, 1-13.5-1102(3), 32-1-905(2), C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the City of Cherry Hills Village Sanitation District of Arapahoe County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, 4 directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms and 2 directors will be elected to serve 2-year terms. Eligible electors of the City of Cherry Hills Village Sanitation District interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official (DEO):
Kathy L McKune (Designated Election Official)
3333 S Bannock St., Suite 360 (DEO Address) Englewood, CO 80110 303-762-8222 (DEO Telephone) CHVSanDist@aol.com (DEO email)
The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: Monday and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business, 12:00 p.m., on February 24, 2023 (not less than 67 days before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for an absentee ballot shall be filed with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Tuesday preceding the election, April 25, 2023.
Kathy L. McKune
Designated Election Official Signature
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Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11026
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS ORCHARD HILLS METROPOLITAN RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly, to the eligible electors of Orchard Hills Metropolitan Recreation and Park District (“District”) of Arapahoe County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the District will conduct a regular election on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, (2) two directors will be elected for a 4-year term and (0) zero directors will be elected for a 2-year term.
In order to be a candidate for one of the director positions, a qualified individual must submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form. Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the Board of Directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District’s Designated Election Official (DEO):
Katie Stahl, DEO kstahl@spencerfane.com
Spencer Fane LLP 1700 Lincoln Street, Ste. 2000 Denver, CO 80203 Phone: 303-839-3703
The Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form must be returned to the Designated Election Official by close of business (5:00 p.m. MST) on Friday, February 24, 2023. The form should be emailed to kstahl@ spencerfane.com. If the designated election official determines that a selfnomination and acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form at any time prior to the close of business on the day of the deadline.
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business on Monday, February 27, 2023.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an application for an absentee ballot may be filed with the Designated Election Official, at the contact information referenced above, no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
ORCHARD HILLS METROPOLITAN RECREATION AND PARK
DISTRICT
Katie Stahl, Designated Election Official
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Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11027
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Sections 1-4-912; 1-13.5-303; 1-13.5-305; 1-13.5-501; 1-13.5-1002 and
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In Part 1 of this 3-Part article, I shared the origin, role, and value of the C.C.N. profession and due to our success in health restoration and disease prevention, healthcare professionals of all disciplines have become Board-Certified
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32-1-902(2), C.R.S.
Clinical Nutritionists, such as the M.D., C.C.N.; D.C., C.C.N.; N.D., C.C.N. and Ph.D., C.C.N. (like myself), to name a few.
Part 2 introduced the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board [CNCB.org], the certifying body
responsible for education, testing and issuing the C.C.N. board certifying credentials, and the International Associations of Clinical Nutritionists (IAACN.org), their approved Continuing Education Units (CEU) provider. IAACN is a membership association for “all”
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the CHERRY CREEK VISTA PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT, of ARAPAHOE County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a. m. and 7:00 p. m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected to serve four (4)-year terms. Eligible electors of the CHERRY CREEK VISTA PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from Sarah E. E. Shepherd, the District Designated Election Official (DEO), at info@ccrider.us, or by calling 303-482-1002.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business on Friday, February 24, 2023 (not less than 67 days before the election). If the DEO determines that a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form at any time prior to the close of business on the day of the deadline. Affidavit of Intent to be a write-in-candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by the close of business on Monday, February 27, 2023 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that requests for an application for an absentee voter’s ballot may be made orally or in writing with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the address and telephone number listed above between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
/S/CHERRY CREEK VISTA PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT By:
SARAH E. E. SHEPHERDDesignated Election Official
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Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11028
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS CHERRYVALE SANITATION DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly, to the eligible electors of Cherryvale Sanitation District (“District”) of Arapahoe County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the District will conduct a regular election on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, (3) three directors will be elected for a 4-year term and (2) two directors will be elected for a 2-year term.
In order to be a candidate for one of the director positions, a qualified individual must submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form. Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the Board of Directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District’s
Designated Election Official (DEO):
Robin Navant, DEO
rnavant@spencerfane.com
Spencer Fane LLP
1700 Lincoln Street, Ste. 2000 Denver, CO 80203 Phone: 303-839-3714
The Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form must be returned to the Designated Election Official by close of business (5:00 p.m. MST) on Friday, February 24, 2023. The form should be emailed to rnavant@ spencerfane.com . If the designated election official determines that a self-nomination and acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form at any time prior to the close of business on the day of the deadline.
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business on Monday, February 27, 2023.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an application for an absentee ballot may be filed with the Designated Election Official, at the contact information referenced above, no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
CHERRYVALE SANITATION DISTRICT
Robin Navant, Designated Election Official
Published in The Villager
Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11029
NOTICE OF EXCLUSION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there have been filed with the Board of Directors of Goldsmith Metropolitan District, Arapahoe County and the City and County of Denver, Colorado, petitions praying for the exclusion of certain land from such District.
1. The names and addresses of the petitioners mentioned in such petitions and the general description of the properties to be excluded are as follows:
Petitioner: OUTLOOK DTC TIC 1 LLC
Address: 10510 Springboro Pike Miamisburg, OH 45342
Description: Property generally located at 5031 S. Ulster Street, Denver, CO 80237
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Petitioner: LEGACY DTC OWNER LLC
Address: 950 Tower Lane, Suite 900 Foster City, CA 94404
Description: Property generally located at 4552 S. Ulster Street, Denver, CO 80237
healthcare professionals, students and corporations, providing lower registration rates for members attending scientific symposiums, than non-members.
Now, Part 3 outlines the qualifications to apply for the Board-Certified Clinical Nutritionist (C.C.N.) examination and join this prestigious profession:
1. Minimum Bachelor of
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2. The prayer of the petitions is that the above properties be excluded from the boundaries of the District.
3. The areas sought to be excluded from the District are located entirely within the City and County of Denver, and do not include property within any other county or within any other incorporated city, town, or city and county, and the District currently encompasses property in Arapahoe County and the City and County of Denver, and therefore no notice of the proposed exclusion under Section 32-1-207(2), C.R.S., as amended, is required.
Accordingly, notice is hereby given to all interested persons to appear at a meeting of the Board of Directors of Goldsmith Metropolitan District at 9:00 a.m. on February 14, 2023 to be held at 8351 E. Belleview Ave., Denver, CO 80237 and show cause in writing, if any they have, why such petition should not be granted. The failure of any person in the existing District to file a written objection shall be taken as an assent on his or her part to the exclusion of the property described in this notice.
GOLDSMITH METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /s/ Thomas N. George, Counsel for the District
Published in The Villager
Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 110
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS HILLS AT CHERRY CREEK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District of Arapahoe County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms. Eligible electors of the Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official:
Catherine T. Bright c/o Seter & Vander Wall, P.C. 7400 E. Orchard Road, Suite 3300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 cbright@svwpc.com 303-770-2700
The Office of the Designated Election Official is open on the following days: Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form is close of business (5 p.m.) on Friday, February 24, 2023 (not less than 67 days before the election).
The Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business (5 p.m.) on Monday, February 27, 2023 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for an Absentee Ballot shall be filed with the Designated Election Official no later than the close of business on the Tuesday preceding the election, April 25, 2023.
/s/Catherine T. Bright Designated Election Official
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Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11031
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS PARKER JORDAN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly, to the eligible electors of Parker Jordan Metropolitan District (“District”) of Arapahoe County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the District will conduct a regular election on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, (2) two directors will be elected for a 4-year term and (1) one director will be elected for a 2-year term.
In order to be a candidate for one of the director positions, a qualified individual must submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form. Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the Board of Directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District’s Designated Election Official (DEO):
Robin A. Navant, DEO rnavant@spencerfane.com
Spencer Fane LLP 1700 Lincoln Street, Ste. 2000 Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-839-3714
The Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form must be returned to the Designated Election Official by close of business (5:00 p.m. MST) on Friday, February 24, 2023. The form should be emailed to rnavant@ spencerfane.com . If the designated election official determines that a self-nomination and acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form at any time prior to the close of business on the day of the deadline.
Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the Designated Election Official by the close of business on Monday, February 27, 2023.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an application for an absentee ballot may be filed with the Designated Election Official, at the contact information referenced above, no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
Science degree from a Regional, National, State and/or DETC Accredited University, PLUS the satisfactory completion of the “Post Graduate Studies in Clinical Nutrition(PGSCN)” Program.
2. Advanced Professional Degree, such as M.S., Ph.D. or D.Sc. in Human Nutrition.
PARKER JORDAN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
Robin A. Navant, Designated Election Official
Published in The Villager
Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11032
NOTICE OF REVISED BUDGET (Pursuant to 29-1-106, C.R.S.)
NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed revised budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA) for the year 2023. A copy of such proposed revised budget has been filed in the office of SEMSWA at 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, and is available for public inspection upon request at HYPERLINK “semswamain@semswa.org” semswamain@ semswa.org. Such proposed revised budget will be considered at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of SEMSWA to be held in person at 7437 South Fairplay Street, Centennial, Colorado, and also remotely by electronic means on February 15, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. (MST). Information concerning remote access to the meeting is available upon email request to HYPERLINK “semswamain@semswa.org%20” semswamain@ semswa.org or contacting SEMSWA by telephone at 303-858-8844. Any interested property owner within SEMSWA’s boundaries may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the revised budget.
Published in The Villager
Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11033
A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Sections 1-4-912; 1-13.5-303; 1-13.5-305; 1-13.5-501; 1-13.5-1002 and 32-1-902(2), C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the electors of the SUNDANCE HILLS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT, of ARAPAHOE County, Colorado.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 2nd day of May, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a. m. and 7:00 p. m. At that time, two (2) directors will be elected to serve two (2)-year terms and three (3) directors will be elected to serve four (4)-year terms. Eligible electors of the SUNDANCE HILLS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from Sarah E. E. Shepherd, the District Designated Election Official (DEO), at info@ccrider.us, or by calling 303-482-1002.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business on Friday, February 24, 2023 (not less than 67 days before the election). If the DEO determines that a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form at any time prior to the close of business on the day of the deadline. Affidavit of Intent to be a write-in-candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by the close of business on Monday, February 27, 2023 (the sixty-fourth day before the election).
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that requests for an application for an absentee voter’s ballot may be made orally or in writing with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the address and telephone number listed above between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
SUNDANCE HILLS METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: /S/ SARAH E. E.
SHEPHERDDesignated Election Official
Published in The Villager
Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11034
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS §§ 1-13.5-501; 1-13.5-303, C.R.S.
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and, particularly, to the eligible electors of the Willow Trace Metropolitan District, Arapahoe County, Colorado (the “District”).
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on May 2, 2023, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected to serve until May 2027. Eligible electors of the District interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a SelfNomination and Acceptance Form from the Designated Election Official (“DEO”) at 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite 2000, Centennial, CO 80122 or via telephone at 303-858-1800, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Self-Nomination and Acceptance Forms are also available online at https://whitebearankele.com/.
The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Friday, February 24, 2023. If the DEO determines a Self-Nomination and Acceptance Form is not sufficient, the form may be amended prior to 5:00 p.m. on February 24, 2023. Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit curing of an insufficient form after this date and time. An Affidavit of Intent to be a Write-In Candidate must be submitted to the office of the DEO by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Monday, February 27, 2023.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that information on obtaining an absentee ballot may be obtained from the DEO, and applications for an absentee ballot must be filed with the DEO no later than the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on April 25, 2023.
WILLOW TRACE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
By: Designated Election Official
Published in The Villager
Published: February 9, 2023
Legal # 11035
YMCA’S YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS & SPORTS REGISTRATION
FEB. 13, registration opens for public spring sports. Information on the YMCA website: http://bit.ly/3kgzl Sp.
COLORADO BALLET PRESENTS “LADY OF THE CAMELLIAS
FEB. 3-12 at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. For performance dates and times visit Coloradoballet.org or call Patron Services at 303-8378888 ext. 2.
GALA OF THE COLORADO AUTHORS’ HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS OPEN
NOW-FEB. 28. Only 12 authors will be nominated this year for induction. To make a nomination go to www. ColoradoAuthorsHallofFame. org and click on the Nominate tag. The next induction will be held Sept. 16, 2023 at the Doubletree Hilton Denver Tech Center in Greenwood Village.
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The Friends of Nursing will be awarding 90 THOUSAND DOLLARS in scholarships at their Annual Spring Luncheon, APRIL 22 at the Columbine Country Club. Scholars from Colorado’s nine Schools of Nursing will be the recipients. Invitations for the spring event
at 17 Fairway Lane in Littleton will be mailed in March.
“WHAT’S NEW?”
The Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts to receive a Grant for Arts Projects award of $20,000. The grand will support the Newman Center’s 20th anniversary.
Continued from page 13 (PGSCN requirement may be waived as these degrees include its core science and nutrition courses.)
3. Advanced Professional Degree in a Licensed Healthcare Field, such as an M.D., D.O., D.C., N.D., etc., PLUS the PGSCN program.
The PGSCN program includes 56 additional hours of core science and nutrition courses, such as Anatomy & Physiology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry (pre-requisite Organic Chemistry), Microbiology, Nutrition I & II Introduction, Nutrition & Disease, Nutrition & Supplementation, Nutrition Assessment, Herbology, Nutrition Counseling Strategies and Nutrition & Aging.
The C.N.C.B. renewal criteria include Continuing Education Units (CEU) like the board certifications, licensing or registrations of other healthcare professions, however, unlike other professions, the C.N.C.B. also requires re-ex-
amination every five years, i.e., we prove to the public by “re-examination” that C.C.N.s stay “up-to-date” in clinical nutrition and related research.
I wrote Part 3 to help you recognize Board-Certified Clinical Nutritionists (C.C.N.), the healthcare professionals qualified to test your biochemistry and scientifically identify the specific therapeutic and maintenance whole food/plantbased supplements and dietary plans, your unique body requires to restore and maintain health, as well as prevent the degenerative diseases your biochemistry is currently in the “process” of developing, whether symptomatic or not. Are you already in the Disease Stage with one or more medically-diagnosed diseases? Remember: Correcting the preceding stages is still the key to health restoration, no matter what stage you are in.
In Part 1, I wrote ‘the enlightened public continues to voice a
strong preference for the right to take responsibility for their own health.’ I totally agree!! Another sign of this, in addition to those listed in Part 1, is the ongoing increase in the number of self-treating consumers purchasing supplements from online or over-the-counter stores.
However, for self-treating to be effective, you must contact a C.C.N. to be tested for what your body actually needs. Otherwise, self-treating from purchases based on your symptoms (“guessing” instead of “testing”) is not being responsible, it just leads to more and more disease-preceding stages. (These stages are outlined in Part 1).
To schedule an appointment with a C.C.N., please call me at (940) 761-4045, register for a Free First Consultation at my website, www.AdvancedClinicalNutrition. com, OR call (972) 407-9089 (IAACN.org) to locate a C.C.N.
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The South Sturm Pavilion in the Denver Art Museum was the setting on January 26 when the Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) held its 2023 State of the State program, “Unpacking Colorado’s Economic Priorities with Governor Jared Polis.”
COBRT President Debbie Brown welcomed guests and shared that Business Roundtable members nationwide support 37 million jobs, account for 24% of Gross Domestic Product, and provide $1.4 trillion in federal, state, and local taxes.
Brown listed COBRT’s four pillars, 1) Prioritizing a competitive tax and regulatory agenda; 2) Reimagining Colorado’s workforce; 3) Investing in a future-forward infrastructure; and 4) Leading with purpose.
Program panel members were Lorena Cantarovici, CEO and Founder of Maria Empanada, David Eddy, Boeing Site Director for Colorado, Robert Kenney, President, Xcel Energy-Colorado, and Michelle A. Marks, Chancellor, University of Colorado Denver. Luige DelPuerto, editor of Colorado Politics and the Denver Gazette, served as moderator.
Polis identified the biggest challenges for Colorado employers as housing and workforce, which are related because, “The workforce needs a place to live,” and affordability is a significant issue in housing. He also named, “training, skills, and childcare,” as workforce-related concerns that allow employers to be able “to
attract and retain the people you need…to continue to succeed.” He continued, “Creating more housing now for every Colorado budget isn’t just important for quality of life in our state, it’s essential for our businesses to be able to succeed. If people can’t afford to live in our state, we risk the ability of businesses to find the talent that they need to power our economy forward.” Polis said he hopes to address this issue by, “more flexible zoning, streamlined regulations that cut through red tape, expedited approval processes for projects, and more building near transit-oriented communities (that offer) more opportunities for people to live close to where jobs are (to reduce the) time to commute… traffic on our roads, and pollution in our air.”
The governor also noted that there are two job openings for every unemployed person in Colorado but there is a “mismatch of skills.” He pointed to free training available in the health care sector
for EMTs and nursing assistants, as well as in the fields of construction, firefighting, and law enforcement. These resources, and others he noted, are designed to lead to stronger businesses and overall economic growth for the state.
Finally, the governor discussed his goal of, “Making Colorado one of the 10 safest states over the next five years.” Steps to achieve that include bipartisan legislation passed in 2022 to “invest in law enforcement and community organizations to prevent crime before it occurs.” In the 2023 session of the general assembly, he noted, “We are seeking support for local law enforcement, funding for recruiting and retention, and specific resources around cracking down on auto theft,” as well as expanding the ability of the Colorado Bureau of Investigations to support local law enforcement. He also talked about improving school safety.
After noting that her company paid $3 million in taxes last year, Cantarovici talked about the challenges she has faced in getting the goods she needs to run her business due to suppliers being understaffed at all levels. She ad-
dressed Polis, “Few people seem to want the everyday essential jobs that keep our economy moving, yet we are getting thousands of immigrants into this country that see those kinds of jobs as dream jobs…So, we have this absurd scenario of a huge amount of job openings from employers who are desperate to hire and train, immigrants who are desperate for a job, but the immigration system does not allow for them to help one another. How can Colorado be innovative here?”
The governor, noting that Colorado’s small businesses “are the backbone of our economy,” explained that “the ability to work legally in the State of Colorado is conferred by the federal government.”
Pointing to Colorado’s status as “the number one aerospace state in the nation per capita,” Eddy wanted to know what Polis was doing “to help aerospace continue to be number one.” The governor pointed to the state’s strong relationship with higher education institutions in training aerospace engineers as one way it actively supports the industry.
In response to a question about the financial impact of ballot issues passed by the state’s voters in 2022, including one that lowered the income tax rate from 4.55% to 4.40%, Governor Polis said he did not presently anticipate any problem with meeting current budget obligations based on any of the ballot measures approved by the state’s voters.
Kenney talked about Xcel Energy’s goal of keeping consumer prices down while meeting the company’s 2030 and 2050 targets for renewable energy sources.
Marks noted the impact of the continued emphasis on synergy between Colorado’s institutions of higher learning and its businesses in producing a workforce prepared to meet the needs of the state’s growing economy.
Also addressing the gathering were COBRT board members Rebecca Kersting of CAP Logistics and Karla Nugent of Weifield Group. CiviCO, a non-partisan group dedicated to supporting emerging executives, partnered with COBRT in sponsoring this event.
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