VOLUME 40 • NUMBER 18 • MARCH 31, 2022
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GV struggles with whether to ban new gun sellers in residential neighborhoods BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On February 7, Pam SchellVarcony, a Greenwood Village resident who lives three-tenths of a mile from Tomcat Tactical, a retail business that sells firearms and ammunition out of a home on Powers Drive off Dayton Street in Greenwood Village that the business owner rents (he is not the homeowner), presented her city council with petitions that she said contained 250 signatures from GV residents and 25 more from other concerned citizens, asking the city council to close down the business because it violated GV’s municipal code in multiple ways listed on the petition. The petition also asked the council to stop licensing gun-selling businesses in GV residential areas. Approximately six other neighbors addressed the council about Tomcat Tactical, including its owner, a supporter of his, and four GV residents, including a former city council member, who said they felt it was highly inappropriate to sell guns and bullets out of a residential home and the council should put a stop to it. Six weeks later, on March 21, the GV City Council held a study session on the subject. Although a number of concerned GV residents attended, none were allowed to speak because it is the GV council’s practice not to permit public input at its study sessions, though there is no law that prevents it. In nearby Cherry Hills Village, residents’ input
is welcomed and often heard at city council study sessions. The council discussed a staff report prepared by City Attorney Tonya Haas Davidson, including an 11-page memorandum from outside attorney Geoff Wilson, who GV retained to consult on the issues raised in the petitions it received on February 7, due to his long experience and recognized expertise in municipal law. Wilson was asked to advise the council on whether Tomcat Tactical was in violation of GV’s municipal code and, “the legal considerations, should Council elect to prohibit the sale of firearms in residential areas within the City,” on a going-forward basis. Wilson, in his memo and in testimony presented to the city council in the March 21 study session, concluded that Tomcat Tactical was not in violation of the city’s municipal code because 1) having a website with multiple photographs of weapons did not constitute the guns being “on display from outside the dwelling,” which is prohibited. He also noted in his testimony that 2) for the business to constitute a “nuisance,” it must
create a substantial annoyance to citizens in their enjoyment of (their) property.” A nuisance is typically exemplified by an operation being offensive to the senses, i.e., unsightly, noisy, or malodorous. Wilson reported that his information was that guns for sale at the home business are kept unloaded and ammunition was “stored in a secure manner,” not loaded into guns.
GV’s police chief told the council that there have been no substantive police calls for service at Tomcat Tactical since it began operating. For all those reasons, Wilson’s opinion was that Tomcat Tactical was not in violation of GV’s municipal code thus not subject to being closed down by the city. Wilson next addressed whether there were “constitutional or other
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legal considerations” that would prevent GV from changing its zoning code to prevent allowing additional retail firearm and ammunition sellers, going forward, the second request of the 275 people who were reported to have signed the petitions presented to city council six weeks earlier. His answer was no. Wilson cited recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, as well as a Colorado law passed last June, SB21-256 Local Regulation of Firearms, that, “broadened the authority of local governments to legislate with respect to firearms.” Later on, City Attorney Haas Davidson bolstered that argument further, noting that, “There is a Ninth Circuit decision that says the Second Amendment does not provide you with a right to sell,” and that residential gun sellers “are a high target for burglaries,” which would make prohibiting additional retail gun sellers in the city a reasonable decision by the council. In response to a question from City Council Member Anne Ingebretsen, Wilson said that no cities in Colorado that have passed ordinances prohibiting retail sales of firearms in residential areas prospectively have been sued for doing so. Council Member Dave Bullock said, “We all know that there’s passionate people on both sides of this issue.” When he asked Wilson to opine again on the petitioners’ request to prevent new retail gun sellers in residential areas, Wilson said, “In terms of what they have requested additionally in their
“My disposition is to be fairly conservative in my advice. I try to keep people from getting sued. I don’t think you’re going to get sued if you try and limit prospectively commercial sales of firearms in residential areas,” adding that anyone could sue, but, “You wouldn’t get sued successfully.” - Municipal Law Expert Attorney Geoff Wilson petition, going forward, that’s lawful. That’s within your authority to deliver to the citizens.” There was discussion about a pending case in Boulder on firearm sales but Wilson made it clear that it was a business regulation case regarding what types of ammunition and magazines could be sold, whereas GV’s issue was a land use question based on its zoning code, and the issues were unrelated. In response to questions from Council Member Paul Wiesner and Ingebretsen, Wilson said, “My disposition is to be fairly conservative in my advice. I try to keep people from getting sued. I don’t think you’re going to get sued if you try and limit prospectively comContinued on page 2
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mercial sales of firearms in residential areas,” adding that anyone could sue, but, “You wouldn’t get sued successfully.” Nearly an hour into the discussion, Ingebretsen put the question. Did the council, going forward, wish to “look into possibly limiting residential gun sales?” She noted that she did not support guns being sold from a home in a residential zone district because this type of business should be conducted in a commercial area, not a residential neighborhood. Council Member Libby Barnacle called for public input so that “people could have their day in court.” Ingebretsen agreed that public input was needed. Mayor Pro Tem Dave Kerber disagreed, asking, “Is there an appetite for council to entertain an ordinance that would ban commercial sales in residential areas? If there isn’t, then there’s really no need for a public meeting.” He said, “I don’t look at this as a gun issue. I look at it as…What right does the government have to
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impose burdens on citizens to live their lives? If someone is inside their home and doing something that doesn’t physically offend the senses, I don’t think that we as a governmental body has (sic) the right to compel anyone to do anything… I think that people should be allowed to… do what they want and make themselves happy, as long as they’re not, you know, do any type of nuisance situations… It’s a philosophical thing… The fact that it’s guns doesn’t matter to me. I just think that it’s not a problem that needs to be solved… You say, all right, we’re going to ban commercial sales of guns. We’re going to let 5,000 other guns go back and forth and be traded and sold and all that kind of stuff. So, what are we doing? All we’re doing is killing the profit motive… It doesn’t matter to me whether it’s for-profit gun sales or whether it’s a nonprofit or whether you are selling it yourself…. It seems to me that we would want licensed gun dealers selling their guns in accordance with the rules that they sell it and that would be more safe than if we had unlicensed gun dealers selling their own stuff…
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On those two reasons, I think it would be a bad regulation in any event and the fact that that’s not what we do in zoning. I think it’s a violation of people’s right to live their lives as they see fit. I would not support any regulation like this.” Johnston responded, “I respect Commissioner Kerber’s comments but having heard from District Three residents for months now, I would support the zoning change that Anne (Ingebretsen) recommends…” Council Member Judith Hilton said, “I really go back and forth with this…I don’t like guns. I was a high school principal during Columbine…But we are thinking about regulating something that has a concern but no valid complaint behind that concern.” Bullock said that if an ordinance were proposed, “It would be a vehicle to have public input, adding that, “I would like to see it widely publicized more so than just our normal posting because there’s a lot of people that don’t pay close attention to the postings.” Bullock also added, “Intuitively, I’m in Mr. Kerber’s camp.” Notwithstanding both the city attorney and consulting counsel’s opinions that prohibiting new gun dealers in residential areas was not a Second Amendment issue, Council Member Paul Wiesner said, “This is sacred ground. This is in the U.S. Constitution. It has been a point that has been upheld and really emphasized since 1776. This is sacred,” adding, “Getting 200 people in here and another 1,000 petitions, I don’t think is going to arrive at a clear answer because it is a divisive issue…I think it is this council’s job to make the decision because that’s our job…” Soon after that, he told the other council members that it was his opinion that “us passing a regulation is not going to make anyone safer,” thus his opinion was, “We do not go forward.” Ingebretsen asked to be heard, “Because I think a couple of my comments are being misinterpreted.” She continued, “I don’t think that us banning residential sales is going to solve or do anything to improve the gun situation that we have in this country… This is a very sophisticated commercial business… It’s not just about guns. It’s about this kind of commercial operation in a residential area,” adding, “I’d like a mechanism for us to take public input.” She told Wiesner that she disagreed with him on whether getting public input would be helpful. Ingebretsen concluded by asking her fellow council members how they would feel about having a retail gun seller next door to their homes, adding, “I know how I would feel. I wouldn’t like it.” Wiesner responded, “I agree. I wouldn’t like it either…I will retract my comment on not having a public hearing…The citizens, they need to be heard.” Ingebretsen then minded Wiesner that consulting attorney Wilson had said, “If we decide that we don’t want to permit residential gun sales, that’s not a Second Amendment issue.” Wilson was still at the table and joined the conversation, adding, “That’s right. It’s lawful for you to proceed in this manner.” Council Member Libby Barnacle noted that this subject was very familiar to her and Johnston
“Unless there are five people (on the city council of eight) who are willing to entertain an ordinance to ban residential sales, I think it’s disrespectful to have people come in on a Monday night with the illusion that what they say matters… I don’t think we should ask for someone’s opinion when we’re not willing to listen to it or act on it…. There is nothing new that anyone could say to me that would make me change my view that we should not have a ban on residential sales… – Mayor Pro Tem Dave Kerber because it was brought up to her as far back as 2019 when she first ran for city council, but she didn’t think it would be appropriate “to have an ordinance proposed tonight,” and that, “In the spirit of allowing voices to be heard, we have a few members from districts three and four here today (though they were not allowed to speak) but…Mr. Pratt (the owner of Tomcat Tactical) is not here and I’m certain we’re going to have representatives from the NRA (National Rifle Association) who are going to be very interested…” Haas Davidson reminded Barnacle that, “It wouldn’t be tonight. It would be you directing me to do an ordinance that would go on an upcoming agenda, at which there would be a public hearing on the first reading of the ordinance.” That is longstanding standard procedure in GV for any new ordinance. Kerber said, “I have been paying attention…We had a good public comment and the challenge was, people were saying the same thing. So we’ve heard just about every argument or discussion or theory or option or everything from the community.” Since there has been no public hearing on this issue, Kerber was likely referring to the six citizens who were allowed three minutes each to address the city council on this issue six weeks earlier. That small group of citizens included the owner of Tomcat Tactical and one neighbor who supported him, plus four who felt that a retail gun seller was inappropriate in a GV neighborhood zoned as residential. Kerber continued, “Unless there are five people (on the city council of eight) who are willing to entertain an ordinance to ban residential sales, I think it’s disrespectful to have people come in on a Monday night with the illusion that what they say matters… I don’t think we should ask for someone’s opinion when we’re not willing to listen to it or act on it…. There is nothing new that anyone could say to me that would make me change my view that we should not have a ban on residential sales… But if there’s five of
us who say, my mind is still open, then I would suggest we ask (the city attorney) to draft an ordinance and we set it for a study session or a public hearing.” In a letter sent to Kerber the day after the study session, a GV resident of district three where Tomcat Tactical is located and who attended the study session, said to him, “I was frankly appalled at your cavalier attitude in attempting to prevent further consideration of the sale of firearms from a private home. You are entitled to your opinions, of course, as any private citizen. However, your expressed belief in less (or no) government action, and what you clearly regard as impermissible intrusion on business matters, should have no effect on your role as an elected official. You were anxious to abort further public input on whether the Village should prohibit firearms sales from a private residence within the Village, and unconcerned about the expanded ability, under current Colorado law, to do so. You were dismissive of any opportunity for residents on both sides to weigh in on the issue, as if nothing could be gained or learned. You made it obvious that your position is intractable. I don’t believe you considered the position of residents of District 2 (that Kerber represents) who signed the petition, and neither know nor care whether 5 or 50 of them signed it.” He continued, “You are responsible to the will of your constituents, but also to all the residents of the City. You are a representative, not a petty god, who can unilaterally impose your own attitudes and opinions without regard to the wishes of the GV residents you have volunteered to govern. I’m gratified that you did not prevail and that there will be further consideration, discussion, and (perhaps) action, on this important concern.” Kerber reminded the council about the last time he successfully proposed cutting off all consideration of a request that was accompanied by a petition with several hundred signatures of GV residents. It was on January 13, after over 150 residents of the Landmark Towers petitioned to be included in the city’s trash collection program, as are other single and multi-family homeowners. Kerber pointed out, “Five of us said no…so it (consideration of their request) just stopped. We decided not to put it on the agenda.” Similarly, on the question of residential gun sales, Kerber asked the council, “Are five people willing to consider an ordinance to ban these things or not?” There were not four other council members who were willing to say that they, like Kerber, would not consider the ban, regardless of public input. The discussion ended with a plan for Johnston and Barnacle to work with the city attorney to craft an ordinance that would change the zoning code to prohibit new retail gun businesses. The purpose of proposing this ordinance will be to elicit public input on the idea before the council makes a decision. Although Johnston had expressed support for the ban, Barnacle was noncommittal. No date was given as to when the ordinance would appear on the council’s agenda. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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Better Than Anti-Aging is Age Reversal by Growing New Stem Cells! (Part 2 of 2) [Verified by Nobel Prize Winners]
In Part 1 of this 2-Part series that was published in The Villager on 03/24/22, Page 17, I asked if you could reverse your biological age, would you want to know about it, as I did? Then I defined Stem Cells and Telomeres and shared Nobel Prize-winning research on the role of both in age reversal, age-related diseases, and longevity. Now, in Part 2, I will share how you can help your body grow its own stem cells and thereby, grow longer Telomeres, so you too may live longer and live well. And when you do, you can see it! 1) Internally, you see it from your tests showing a younger, biological age and longer Telomeres. These tests are your scientific proof
Services scheduled for homebuilding executive Silvio DeBartolomeis, 67 Silvio James DeBartolomeis, 67, of Greenwood Village, passed away on March 19 at Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center. He was in treatment for lymphoma, his second diagnosis following eight years in remission. Silvio was born to Rosalie and Italo DeBartolomeis in Wilmington, Del., and spent most of his childhood in Rehoboth Beach with his siblings: Debbie, Vincent, Matthew, Amy and Marc. He moved to Colorado to attend the University of Denver on full scholarship
for Political Science and Philosophy. After graduation, the Reagan administration appointed him General Deputy Assistant Secretary for Housing at HUD in Washington, D.C. He then became the Deputy Federal Housing Commissioner, where he focused on affordable housing for low income families. It was during this time that Silvio met the love of his life, Judi Pesch DeBartolomeis. He resigned from HUD and moved back to Colorado where they married and started their family. Silvio continued his career in housing and community development, ultimately working as Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Koelbel and Company. Some of his notable communities were Pinehurst Country Club, The Keep in Sedalia, Rendezvous in Winter Park, and The Preserve at Greenwood Village. Silvio loved life and had many passions including vintage cars and the Rocky Mountain Triumph Club. He was a loyal friend and a person of faith. Above all else, the most important thing to Silvio was his family. He is survived by his wife Judi, his son James, and his daughter Kathryn. Life will not be the same without Silvio. He will be dearly missed. A Celebration of Life for Silvio will be held on Saturday, April 9, at 11 a.m., at the Evans Memorial Chapel at the University of Denver, 2199 S Race Street, Denver. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society in Silvio’s honor.
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We’re in the fourth week of the invasion of Ukraine by the Russians. Slavic nation against Slavic nation, bloodlines fighting to the death over the rich fertile plains of Ukraine, that provide along with Russia, one-third of the world grain products. The major wars fought on earth’s vast domain have been over land and religion. This latest conflict appears to be over land and Putin’s vision of restoring and resurrecting the old USSR empire. It has been over three decades since Ukraine split away from “Mother Russia” and established as a separate democratic country. Putin misjudged that some of the population would not like to return to his communist regime. It was reported that some of the Russian soldiers in the war were instructed to take their dress uniforms and that they would be welcomed as liberators and heroes. Instead, they were met with javelin and stinger anti-tank weapons. The red army doesn’t appear to be the tough, rugged, hardened troops that defended Stalingrad and defeated some of Germany’s best SS troops who perished on harsh Russian soil. The Romans, Persians, Mongols, Egyptians, British, Japanese, a lengthy list of empires and rulers, attempted to take more land by warfare and military invasions. Some were successful and changed world boundaries forever. Early day Americans took land away from the Indian tribes and put them on reservations.
Germany wanted to dominate Europe, and had they invaded England, rather than Russia, the UK might be producing Volkswagens and better beer. Where would Hitler have stopped? But it was not Hitler invading Poland that brought the U.S. into World War ll, but the bombing of Pearl Harbor by the Japanese. President Roosevelt proclaimed on Dec. 7, 1941, “Today is a day that will live in infamy.” The United States entered the war against Japan and Germany shortly thereafter. Prior to the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and the death of 2403 military personnel, America was sending military supplies to England and had not entered the war somewhat similar to the present-day Ukraine conflict. President Roosevelt, and the nation’s leadership, became fearful of the Japanese, many born in America, and forced 120,000 Japanese/ American citizens into 10 concentration camps across America. One of the camps, “Ameche” located at Grenada, East of Pueblo in the Arkansas Valley, became home to 7,300 Japanese internees. A total of 10,000 Japanese passed through Ameche. This past year the camp was designated as a National Monument site and will be preserved into history as a reminder of the harsh treatment of Japanese citizens and how hysteria can grip a nation. Our Japanese citizens were innocent, but death and destruction of American lives and the threat of a possible Japanese invasion invoked the action at that
moment in history. Governments, when challenged, can do stringent things and invoke certain emergency powers that may be right at the time, but looking back into history may seem arbitrary by modern-day thoughts. The proposal to rename Mt. Evans, because Gov. Evans was governor at the time of the Sand Creek Massacre of Indians, is an example of rewriting history from then, to now. Recently, Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau crushed the trucking impasse in Ontario by seizing the trucks, closing their bank accounts, and seeking retribution from donors to the peaceful trucker protests. Currently, any Russian Oligarchs who owns property in the United States, and world locations, are having their yachts, jets, estates, and a world-class soccer franchise, all seized because they have alleged contact with Russia. Going back in history 30 years, only 13 percent of the old USSR was dominated by the Communist elite, who divided up much of the Soviet wealth when the USSR dissolved. Some stayed in the newly formed government while others departed over time, investing their wealth worldwide, including New York, London, and even Aspen real estate. What right does government have to seize private property at will anywhere in the free world when not at war? If a war breaks out with Russia, are we going to round up millions of Russian/Americans and reopen Ameche? It is repulsive to see peaceful dissident truck drivers have their trucks and bank accounts seized. It is repugnant to see any foreigner’s property seized in the United States over a
COVID-19 is down but not out BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
In a press conference on March 28 from Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) presented by Dr. Rachel Herlihy, State Epidemiologist, Dr. Emily Travanty, State Lab Director, and Heather Roth, Immunization Branch Chief, it was reported that the COVID-19 testing percent positivity rate is still low but has recently increased slightly. Current hospitalizations are only 135, which is very low. Health officials are keeping a close eye on Omicron subvariant BA.2 that presently accounts for 35% of U.S. cases and 21% of
Colorado cases. Colorado continues to use wastewater to monitor COVID-19 in the state through 47 participating utilities. Health officials reported that, “BA.2 is present in half of Colorado’s wastewater monitoring utilities.” Additionally, “BA.2 is now responsible for over 50% of cases in Europe and in the northeast U.S.” It does not appear to be more severe than the original Omicron but does seem to be more transmissible. The state still has many PCR testing sites that can be found at covid19.colorado. gov/testing. Only about 5% of testing capacity is currently being used so some may be closed eventually. People are also encouraged to use at-home free tests, which can
now be re-ordered from the federal government. Anyone experiencing symptoms is encouraged to get tested. On the vaccine front, more than two million Coloradans have now gotten boosters in addition to their first two doses and less than one million people remain unvaccinated. Both Pfizer (for ages 65+) and Moderna (for ages 18+) are seeking authorization for a second booster dose, which is expected to be optional. Pfizer and Moderna are also both expected to submit data to the FDA next month for COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 6 months to 4 years old. The FDA will hold a public meeting on April 6 to discuss considerations for future vaccine doses. In response to a reporter’s
political driven civil war or uprising around the world. Many middle east investors own property in the United States. It is reported that China owns thousands of acres of agriculture land in our farm belts, along with some of our meat processing firms. If they invade Taiwan and we seize Chinese-owned U.S. land and properties will they, in turn, seize U.S. investments in China like the new Tesla factory? Emergency powers in war time may reach extremes, but so far the United States has bolstered military aid to Ukraine while attempting to stay out of a major war with Russia. I give credit to President Biden and the Pentagon for not putting boots on the ground and “no fly” air support and delivery of jet planes from NATO countries. The conflict is so painful to watch and endure for all Americans and the civilized world. We can only pray for a peaceful treaty to come to end this conflict before a larger conflict explodes. Ukraine fighters have captured the hearts of Americans and we want them to maintain their democracy and freedoms. Many local Russian/Americans are appalled at what President Putin has done to their Russian reputation and image. There is a message to heed; the Russian public would not support this war if they had transparency in their media. We still enjoy freedom of the press and we must never lose that constitutional privilege. Putin may find the old proverb, “If you live by the sword, you may die by the sword.” question, Heather Roth said that federal funding programs that may be ending will not have any impact on available vaccinations presently. If/ when we receive a recommendation that all Coloradans should get a fourth dose, funding could be an issue. Regarding the BA.2 subvariant, Dr. Herlihy said that CDPHE will continue to watch trends over consecutive days of case data and hospital data to determine if we might be facing a new potential surge, but there is no indication of that now. Officials are also keeping an eye on the east coast and Europe, due to the higher prevalence of BA.2 in those locations, on the assumption that we may be following behind them. fmiklin.villager@ gmail.com
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Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”
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George Brauchler enlightens and entertains Cherry Creek Republican Women Former DA is an attorney, politician. columnist, legal analyst and a morning talk show host on 710 KNUS
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ormer DA George Brauchler doesn’t miss a beat – with humor and imparting valuable information. While the popular speaker was catching up on his news feed he was introduced by Cherry Creek Republican Women’s (CCRW) 2nd VP
Lynne Cottrell. Brauchler is practically a Colorado native – moving with his family to Lakewood at age two. He attended CU Boulder on a U.S. ROTC scholarship and also graduated from CU Law School. He was mobilized by the U.S. Army twice – including being deployed to Iraq. He was elected DA for Colorado’s 18th Judicial District in 2012 and served
thorigh January 2021. He led the prosecution of the 2012 Aurora shooting and the STEM school mass shooting. Before becoming DA, he prosecuted the felonies arising from the Columbine massacre and played a pivotal role in the Kobe Bryant case. He is currently in the U.S. Army JAG Corp and a surprising conservative columnist for The Denver Post.
After sharing breaking news and saluting the many veterans who are running for political office, he shared his various roles in the media before transitioning to serious topics including what he called “the killing fields of the elderly” due to faulty testing in nursing homes that took the FDA 17 days to stop in Colorado. He also addressed problems of mainstream media making this November
election so critical. Most appropriately - he talked about crime (not just due to the pandemic, but surging for the last 10 years), its cost and the fact government has no long term solution. He called our state “Crimearado.” Murder. Sexual assault. Car theft – 213% of the national average. Crimes changed to misdemeanors – making it hard to become a convicted felon in Colorado. “What are the policies that got us here?” he asked. “We need to take back the Attorney General for Colorado!” He suggested visiting: commonsenseinstitute. org.
“Criminals don’t recognize geographic boundaries.” -Former 18th Judicial District DA George Brauchler
Andi Allott, 1st VP Susan Struna and Jewell Hargrave who is promoting the CCRW Kentucky Derby Preview Party on May 5
Photos by Scottie Iverson
: Keynote speaker former DA George Brauchler (18th Judicial District), CCRW President Evie Ashmore and DA (18th Judicial District) John Kellner who is running for Colorado Attorney General
Independence Institute’s Ben Murrey addresses Douglas County Republican Women
When Douglas County Republican Women (DCRW) met in March at Lone Tree Golf Club, the featured speaker was Director of Fiscal Policy at Independence Institute Ben Murrey. His topic: “Are Colorado Democrats Fiscally Conservative? – The Path to Zero Income Tax. Murrey is from Texas and learned to love Colorado when spending vacations here. For seven years, he was a U.S. Senate staffer in D.C. and legislative aide with Ted Cruz. He writes for National Review and other publications. The honors graduate of Hillsdale College began his presentation by quoting Money Magazine’s article about what couples argue about most – finances. He has strong feelings about budget – personal budget and government budget – especially with inflation at 80% nationally. “The Dems have contempt for Colorado voters!” He feels government thinks Colorado voters are stupid and it’s better to let others make decisions for them. “Who are the best keepers of of people’s liberty? The people themselves!”
Proposition 117 addresses the debate on fees – about who knows how to spend our money. What makes a difference is public policy. “The Dems say that suspending fees will help affordability. The Dems are finally getting the message. It’s a lie that they are the party of affordability. Let’s cut the income tax. Let’s trust the people with their dollars. Let’s replace income tax with smaller government. If they are serious, get rid of temporary reductions. If they are sincere, do something they can’t take back. People have to want to be educated!” The defender of TABOR (Taxpayer Bill of Rights) suggested the website: taboryes.org. Announcements for future DCRW events included: An auction at DCRW’s April 20 meeting and Colorado Federation of Republican Women conference the weekend of April 29 at Denver West Marriott. Bucket donations this month go to the Gary Sinise Foundation – a 501 charity honoring defenders, veterans, first responders and their families and those in need.
Jacque Ponder, Hon. Polly Lawrence, keynote speaker Ben Murrey and DCRW President Barbara Piper
“The Dems have contempt for Colorado voters. The state government is swimming in cash.” - Director of Fiscal Policy, Independence Institute, Ben Murrey LaFawn Biddle celebrates being 97 years young
Photos by Scottie Iverson
Ben Murrey answers a question from the audience
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for CHERRY CREEK HIGH SCHOOL QUESTIONS
1. Please share what this national title means to you personally. 2. How many years have you danced? How many hours a day/ week did you practice? 3. What’s your favorite part of dancing? 4. Where are you going to college and what is your major? 5. Will you continue to dance? Gia de Bastos
1. This title to me is every minute and ounce of work payed off. We represented our school through our gameday routine and showed the country what school spirit means to us and how much pride we have for our school. Earning this title fulfills me by knowing we did just that. 2. I have danced for about 15 years, and since I started competing I would say I practiced about 15-20+ hours a week. 3. My favorite part about dancing is the ability to freely move and express certain words or emotions through your dancing. With that, I love being able to do that with my team or anyone on the floor with me during a performance. 4. I am going to attend the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. I will study kinesiology/human and health sciences. 5. I will not continue to dance on a team in college, but I hope to continue taking recreational classes here and there while I still can throughout college.
Lana Ades
1. This national title means everything to me and my teammates. For the last 24 years this team has worked to bring a national championship back to the Bruins’ Den, and it feels surreal that we finally accomplished our goal. It speaks volumes about our team’s connection and bond, as this accomplishment would not have been possible without the closeness and friendship we share. These 24 girls are like my sisters and always will be! 2. I have been dancing for 15 years for many hours a week. Our practice schedule this year I would say averages about 20-35 hours per week, as we practiced for multiple hours all days of the week except Sundays. Most girls on the team have spent countless hours over their entire childhood and teenage years dancing. 3. My favorite part of dancing is not actually the dancing, but actually the team aspect of it. I could not imagine my high school experience without Poms, as I have made so many friendships that will last my entire life. Every single one of my teammates is like my best friend, which is something I know is incredibly rare. 4. I have not decided on a college yet, but am majoring in business. 5. This year will conclude my dance career, as I will not be continuing in college.
Isabella Mackintosh
1. This national title meant so much to me because it showed how dedicated we were to our school and to poms. We put so much time into making our dances the best that they could be, so having it pay off was such an amazing feeling. 2. I have been dancing for 14 years and let’s just say we practice A LOT 3. My favorite part of dancing is just being out on the floor with my 25 best friends! It is such a fun experience to put everything you have on the floor. 4. I am going to the University of Alabama and will be majoring in nursing 5. I will not dance in college.
Caroline McInnes
1. This national title meant so much to me. After so many years of hard work in dance and with this team, it was the perfect way to end my senior year. The amount of time and commitment each and every person put in made the win that much better. It was also so awesome that we won in the game day category because we could represent our amazing school all the way in Orlando. 2. I have danced since I was 10, so around 8 years. On the team we practiced 1-3 hours a day, 5 days a week. 3. My favorite part of dancing is definitely the connections I have made with my teammates. There is something so special about a room full of my best friends all working for the same goal. 4. I am going to Wake Forest University next year and majoring in business. 5. 5) I am not planning on dancing in college, but I know that dance will always be a really important part of my life!
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varsity POMS for being NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! This is a tribute to the 9 Senior Poms who share their personal journey & their love of dance & Poms Ruby Silverman
1. This national title means so much to me because it is a representation of all of our hard work as well as the legacy of what it means to be a member of the Cherry Creek High School community. Being a part of Creek is so special and we all have so much pride for our school, and getting to show the world that was so much fun. 2. We practice for so many hours each week- usually about 15-20, however it is usually more during nationals season. I personally have danced since I was 3 years old and have been competing since I was 7. 3. My favorite part of dancing on Creek Poms is being a part of a team. It has been such a special experience and being a part of this team has allowed me to combine my love for dance with a being a part of a team. There is nothing more fun than getting to perform on stage with your best friendsthe feeling is unmatched! 4. I am unsure of where I am going to college but I plan to major in psychology. 5. I hope to continue dancing!
Alexandra Berlin
Taking home a national title was such a special and memorable way to finish my time on Cherry Creek Poms. It was so awesome and rewarding to be a part of making history in this program and school! 1. I have danced for 8 years, multiple hours a week 2. My favorite part of dancing is connecting with girls that have the same passion as me and are working for the same goals as each other. Getting to work hard everyday with your team is so inspiring! 3. I will be attending the University of Colorado Boulder majoring in Sociology!
Peri Silverman
1. This national title means everything to me! Since my freshman year we have set our sights on the white jackets, so to take this home this year is beyond special to me. I will forever cherish this team, the experience, and the work we’ve done. 2. I have danced since I was three but started to compete in third grade. From then on I have given up almost every weekend to studio dance. My freshman year I made the varsity poms team, which meant practicing anywhere from 10-20 hours a week. 3. My favorite part of being on poms is the football games. I love dancing in front of my peers at my school. Winning football state was so fun this year as well. 4. I am going to the University of Arizona and plan to major in journalism 5. I hope to continue dancing in college!
Stella Willoughby
1. A national title means the world to me. This team has put everything into this season, we have worked so hard and getting to compete at nationals after not being able to last year was so special, especially as a senior. I will never forget the feeling we got that day and I’ll forever be proud of us. 2. I have been dancing for 6 years. On poms, we practice about 10 hours a week plus some 6-12 hour Saturday/holiday practices and strength training. 3. My favorite part of dancing is the feeling you get while performing and the feeling of leaving everything out on the floor. I also have loved all the amazing friendships I’ve made throughout my years of dancing, especially on Creek Poms, I’ve met some of my best friends. The bonds you make on a dance team like this are incomparable. 4. I am going to San Diego State University and I am majoring in Business Marketing 5. I am not continuing to dance in college.
Delaney Kerber
1. Winning a National Title is what you work for every year. The white jacket is the end goal. State is great but Nationals is the ultimate win. I loved winning the Game Day award because it was the only category that included the entire team. The other amazing piece of this win was two of our alumni did the choreography. We won as a team Past and Present. Putting on the white jacket was everything I dreamt it would be and MORE. 2. I have been dancing since I was two. I made our JV team my freshman year and dancing on Varsity the last three years. We practice 5 days a week. Each day was a 2 1/2 hour practice (at least 12 1/2 hours per week) We also had strength and conditioning at Elite Speed and the majority of the girls dance competitively at local dance studios (6-8 hours per week). Leading up to competitions, we would have much longer practices on Saturdays (8-10 hour days) and some week nights. This doesn’t include every football game and all home basketball games. We have a month and a half off in the summer and a few days of fall and winter break off. It is a full time job! 3. My favorite part of dancing is the team! I am lucky enough to truly have my very best friends on the team! 4. I don’t know where I am going to school yet. Still waiting on a few but it will be out of state and I hope to major in Civil Engineering. I am not going to continue to dance. I am sure I will miss it but I am ready to put the time and energy into new things.
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South Suburban Parks and Recreation will elect three board members
Kate M. Arkin INFORMATION COMPILED BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On May 3, South Suburban Parks and Recreation District (SSPR), which includes the cities of Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Littleton, Sheridan, Lone Tree, Centennial (west of I-25), and portions of unincorporated Douglas, Jefferson, and Arapahoe counties, will hold an election to fill three of its five board of director seats. Board members, who must live within district boundaries, are elected at-large. They usually serve staggered four-year terms, with a term limit of eight years. Those who are elected this year will only serve a three-year term as all special districts in Colorado convert from even-year elections to odd-year elections. Residents of SSPR can vote by applying for an absentee ballot on or before April 26, 2022 by emailing Elections@ssprd.org. They should put “Absentee Ballot Request” in the subject line of the email. They will then receive an application, which must be completed and signed, then returned by regular mail, fax, or email. Residents with questions can call SSPR’s election official, Jennifer King, at 303-483-7011. SSPR residents can also vote at two designated polling places, South Suburban Sports Complex, 4810 E. County Line Road, Littleton, CO 80126, or Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Boulevard, Centennial, CO 80121. Absentee ballots will be mailed after April 4, 2022 to anyone who is on the Permanent Absentee Voter List or has submitted a completed, signed application for an absentee ballot. Total budgeted revenues for SSPR for 2022 are $88 million, with expenditures of $100 million. The budgeted fund balance at the end of this year is $5.6 million. Revenues for SSPR are derived primarily from property taxes and program fees. Like most agencies, its largest operating expenditure category is salaries and benefits. It also spends a significant amount on capital items, much of which is financed through borrow-
Alexis Barrerre
Pete Barrett
Michael G. Kohut
David Lawful
John Priddy
ing along with contributions from partner governments. In January 2021, SSPR opened its 206,000-square-foot sports complex at 4810 E. County Line Road in unincorporated Douglas County. It features three sheets of ice, including one that has hosted national and international figure skating and ice hockey competitions, along with a fieldhouse with two synthetic turf fields, two gymnasiums with basketball courts that are also used for pickleball. The facility houses the district administrative offices and even has a restaurant and full bar According to its website, SSPR’s boundary encompasses approximately 46 square miles. It operates and maintains 1,126 acres of developed parks, 2,512 acres of natural areas, 90 miles of trails, and 492 acres of special facilities. District facilities include two 18-hole golf courses, an 18- hole executive golf course, a 9-hole par 3 course, a 9-hole executive golf course, an air structure (sports dome) housing a multipurpose athletic field, a twotiered 60-station (30 heated) driving range, a nature center, four outdoor and three indoor swimming pools, a 36- hole miniature golf course, an 18-hole miniature golf course, a 9-station batting cage facility, a BMX track, 62 playgrounds, 54 shelters, 4 skate parks, 2 playgrounds, 44 outdoor tennis courts (20 lighted), a six court indoor tennis facility, three recreation centers, an entertainment arcade, 94 (7 lighted) baseball/softball fields, (including one with artificial turf), and over 115 multi-purpose fields, in addition to the new sports complex. There are three incumbents who were elected in 2018 running for re-election, along with six other candidates for the three SSPR director seats that will be filled on May 3. They are, in alphabetical order:
in combating some of the most complicated challenges our country faces-poor nutrition, hunger, obesity, and physical inactivity. Park and recreation agencies effectively improve health outcomes and thus should be supported through national and community level funding and policies that enable them to continue to expand their efforts in making a positive change in the health and wellness of our nation. Being a nurse, I know how important access to Parks and Recreation is for our health and wellbeing. Affordable access to trails, community rec center, swimming pools, youth and senior activities should be a priority for our community. I would love to be a part of providing that for our South Suburban District.” Kate is an 11-year resident of SSPR who lives in Centennial and has volunteered with Project Cure, Habitat for Humanity and Mile High Lab Rescue Mission.
tions. If elected, I will ensure we are doing everything we can to be good stewards of the District’s 3,000 acres of parkland, 100+ miles of trails, and 4 recreation centers for the enjoyment of people of all ages and abilities, the 2017 Master Plan goals and objectives are fulfilled in a financially and environmentally sustainable way, that spending reflects the 2017 Master Plan priorities and is clearly articulated in budget documents. I was born and raised in Littleton, participated as a child in gymnastics at the Goodson Center and now take my daughter there for gymnastics. I love this community and want to do my part to continue building on the work that’s been done.” Alexis is a 24-year resident of
ing. Since 2005, I have raised over $200,000 for the District. During the past 4 years we have faced mandated closures and restrictions, budget challenges and labor shortages due to COVID. During this period, we completed the District’s largest ever construction project, the Sports Center, and emerged financially strong. My desire to be re-elected is that the District continues to create and develop new facilities and programming opportunities for our residents.” Pete is a 53-year resident of SSPR who lives in Littleton and has volunteered with SSPR, Hudson Gardens, Littleton Soccer and Littleton Public Schools.
helped achieve CAPRA accreditation in 2019. Completed the 208,000 square foot South Suburban Sports Complex on budget and on time (in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic), Voted for including a third sheet of ice at our new Sports Complex, over $5.7 million ice arena gross revenue in 2021, highest ever for SSPRD, Scrutinized and passed SSPRD budgets, robust financials, even in the pandemic. Continued broad participation David Lawful (incumbent) in District activities, am uniquely Mr. Lawful wishes to continue positioned to advocate for increasto serve because, “Four years ago I ing park and rec opportunities for all asked District voters for one of their three votes and pledged to follow the from my Board seat: Walked, ran or biked every one of our 100+ miles 5 year Master Plan that I influenced of trail. I have developed knowledge prior to my election. I promised to and insight into SSPRD’s scope, budget, operations and planning that can only This information was come from four years of compiled from the Board leadership and exSSPRD website at: perience. www.ssprd.org David is a nine-year resident of SSPR who lives in Lone Tree and has volunteered with SSPR, Douglas County Citizens Open Space Advisory Committee, Lone Tree Citizens’ Recreation Advisory Committee, Parkside HOA, Bicycle Colorado, and Cub Scouts.
Kate M. Arkin
Ms. Arkin wishes to serve because, “Our public parks and recreation are fundamental to the overall health and wellness of every community. They are essential partners
Alexis Barrere
Ms. Barrere wishes to serve because, “Our parks, open spaces, trails and recreation programs are integral to the quality of life that we enjoy. Most important, they are crucial to our health and well-being regardless of our age. As a pediatric nurse practitioner, I understand the need for recreation and outdoor activities for the physical, mental, and emotional health of kids and youth. Obesity and type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents have surged since the start of the pandemic. Giving children access to nature and nature play activities creates a sense of wonderment which allows kids to cope with stress and improve emotional health. Parks and natural spaces also help us build meaningful connections, bringing generations together in joy and sunshine. I have two young children and my parents are very much a part of their lives – parks are where many memories are created between these two genera-
SSPR who lives in Littleton and has volunteered with the 9News Health Fair, COVID-19 vaccination clinics and the Littleton Board of Adjustments and Appeals.
Pete Barrett (incumbent)
Mr. Barrett wishes to continue to serve because, “My earliest childhood memories are of parks, picnics and family gatherings. Later, it became youth sports and the opportunity to make new friends while exercising and having fun. Moving to Littleton as an adult, I immediately became impressed with South Suburban and began my volunteer involvement in 1971. During that time, I have served in many capacities including strategic planning, mill and bond election support and fund-rais-
Michael G. Kohut
Mr. Kohut wishes to serve because, “My interest in becoming a South Suburban Park & Rec Board is to save the Elati Street Pedestrian Bridge over the Highline Canal from demolition. My feeling is this: the present bridge there is in excellent condition and does not need replacing at this time. There has been a desperate need for a very long time for an access point (especially when filled with water) to the Highline Canal Trail from West Jamison Circle retention pond area. A new bridge would serve over 300 homes, high schoolers heading to Heritage High School, and seniors who struggle to cross this canal going down a steep hill over the canal and back up again.
Susan K. Pye
An alternative if the bridge has to be removed is to bring it down to W. Jamison Circle Retention pond area – It would be greatly appreciated.” Michael is a 5-year resident of SSPR who lives in Littleton and has volunteered with Jaycees, Southbridge Townhomes HOA, Habitat for Humanity , High Line Canal Conservancy, Mother Cabrini Shrine and Nourish-Meals on Wheels.
use my private sector experience to provide good stewardship for South Suburban in planning and finance. I insisted that SSPRD should serve the recreation needs of everyone in the District. Here are some highlights of accomplishments during my first term: effective engagement with local leaders, SSPRD professional staff and fellow Board members, South Platte Working Group, Cities of Sheridan and Lone Tree Subcommittees, Western Welcome Week, Sheridan Celebrates, State of the City Littleton, Lone Tree, Centennial, Park and playground grand openings across the District. Approved updated Aquatics Master Plan and voted for swimming pool replacement with modern healthy facilities Harlow, Holly and Franklin. Championed and
John Priddy
Mr. Priddy wishes to serve because, “I have been privileged to have access to the facilities and programs of the SSPRD for the past 23 years. Apart from our home and at work, I have spent most of my time over that period at a South Suburban facility. I still start most mornings with a workout at the Lone Tree Rec Center. I can pinpoint the spot on the Goodson Center basketball court where my daughter made her first jump shot. I recall driving my son to the Sheridan Rec Center, where he worked one of his early summer jobs. These facilities, the people that work there, and the friends we have made there are an integral part of my family’s life. I am grateful to be at a stage in life where
Kathleen Turley
Elizabeth Watson
I can support the South Suburban community through my participation on the SSPRD Board.” John is a 23-year resident of SSPR who lives in Lone Tree and has volunteered with the Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel, Guadalupe School in Salt Lake City, UT, YMCA, Pax Christi Catholic Church, and youth basketball.
SSPR who lives in Centennial and has volunteered with the City of Centennial Senior Commission and Youth Commission, Koelbel Library, Active Adults Programs and Services, Project Cure and Developmental Pathways.
Susan K. Pye (incumbent)
Ms. Pye wishes to continue to serve because, “Having long been a South Suburban resident and avid user of the District’s premier parks, trails, and facilities, I was honored to be elected in May 2018 to serve on South Suburban’s Board of Directors. I was fortunate to have had the first two years to become fully acquainted with the depth and breadth of all that the District offers to our 150,000+ residents, because in March 2020 we were suddenly plunged into COVID-19 mandates of facility closures and class cancellations. As we faced these pandemic challenges, I was honored to be elected board chair by my four fellow board members, to lead the board in working with our staff and residents in continuing to move forward with our planned projects through COVID restrictions, while keeping both our users and the District’s finances as healthy and safe as possible. Throughout these four years, I have worked collaboratively with our board and staff to create and implement our Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, Three-Year Financial Plan, and our 2022, $65 million operating budget, all of which align with the Guiding Principles and Strategic Goals in the board-adopted District Master and Strategic Plan. I have been on an immensely rewarding learning curve over these past four years and know that there is much more to accomplish in the term ahead. I believe that my leadership experience and my financial, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills have been of considerable value to the board in leading us through this first term.” Susan is a 34-year resident of
South Suburban Board of Directors Candidate Forum April 9 at 1:30 PM
Save the date of Saturday, April 9, 1:30 pm, for a Candidate Forum in the Board Room at the Sports Complex, 4810 E County Line Rd. Hosted by League of Women Voters of Arapahoe/Douglas Counties
Kathleen Turley
Ms. Turley wishes to serve because, “I can’t imagine living in a community without any parks, pools, trees and trails. South Suburban Parks and Recreation improves the quality of life for all of us. As a Board member, I pledge to spend our tax dollars wisely. The citizens of this District deserve a park district that promotes and supports the mental and physical health of all its residents.” Kathleen is a 40-year resident of SSPR who lives in Centennial and has volunteered with High Line Canal Conservancy, Open Space Advisory Board, City of Centennial, South Metro Denver Chamber and Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation.
Elizabeth Watson
Ms. Watson wishes to serve because, “South Suburban Parks and Recreation District (SSPRD) is an amazing tax-payer funded agency. This District provides many benefits to a broad range of users. I believe it is im portant to provide the inDistrict community with up-to-date information and an opportunity to easily communicate with the BOD and District staff regarding the direction of this District and the numerous upcoming projects. I am interested in becoming a candidate for the BOD so I can work with SSPRD to ensure that local in-District members are informed, involved and engaged in the Park and Recreation agency that their tax dollars support. I would like to see the Board be more approachable and responsive to all of the South Suburban community.” Elizabeth is an 18-year resident of SSPR who lives in Centennial and has volunteered with Littleton Public Schools, and Denver Arthritis Walk. fmiklinvillager@gmail.com
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U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom campaigns and returned with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and migraines. Service dog Cayenne awakens Lara from nightmares, nudges her during anxious moments, and creates a safe space around her in crowds.
Scientific editor who lives independently after a spinal cord injury left him paralyzed from the chest down without the majority of his arm and hand function. Service dog Bonus retrieves dropped items, opens and closes doors, and finds help for Kenji in times of need.
Ace Zelda video gamer and creative fort-maker with autism. Service dog Griffin helps Noah gain courage and take on challenges that were previously overwhelming for him.
“With Cayenne, I feel a sense of calm that
further extend my independence by trying
I haven’t felt in many years. It is like I can
new things, knowing that if something
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generosity for the gift of Cayenne.”
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Growing up, I regularly watched a very popular weekly half-hour sitcom called Topper on our black-and-white television. It featured the antics of a couple and their martini-swigging St. Bernard named Neil. All three had perished in an avalanche and could be communicated with only by a very proper banker named Cosmo Topper. Everyone around Topper thought he was looney, of course, as he went from one awkward situation to another, seemingly talking to himself. As ghosts, his mischievous friends could be seen and heard only by him. A popular cartoon character named Casper the Friendly Ghost was around at the same time. Casper had his own comic books and starred in numerous animated films. No fewer than 20 actors and actresses spoke Casper’s line over the years. Those shows were fun. But ghostly entertainment 60-70 years ago is ghastly baseball
today. In case you missed the story last week, Major League Baseball and the players union have agreed to place the so-called “ghost runner” (one who didn’t bat) on second base to start the top and bottom of every extra inning again this season. In my opinion it’s the greatest abomination in baseball history. They justified its original use as a tool to help limit the pandemic exposure of players and others by hastening the conclusion of games tied after nine innings. Now they’ve rationalized it as necessary to help prevent injuries to players who didn’t have a full spring training to get their bodies in shape for the long season ahead. Good grief! Consider this: If the “ghost runner” had been in use throughout the Rockies’ so far 30-year existence, three of their greatest games would not have unfolded in the dramatic and historic ways
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they did. The suspense, controversy and charm all would have been lost. I’m talking about the official Coors Field opener versus the Mets in 1995, the Wild Card tiebreaker with the Padres in 2007, and a historic regular-season game against the Braves the first year of the new millennium. Dante Bichette won the frigid Coors inaugural with a three-run walk-off home run in the 14th. It was the third time the Rockies had come from behind in their last half-inning of that memorable opener. Matt Holliday’s head-first slide and umpire Tim McClelland’s controversial “safe” call sent Colorado to the post-season in the 13th against San Diego and Hall of Fame closer Trevor Hoffman—capping another door-die rally. The Rockies went all the way to the World Series that year, if you recall. And Brent Mayne became the first position player since Rocky Colavito, with the Yankees in the waning days of his final season, to be the winning pitcher, thanks to Adam Melhuse’s FIRST MAJOR LEAGUE HIT, a bases-loaded, walk-off pinch single in the 12th against Atlanta August 22, 2000. Imagine any of those classic games being decided—in either team’s favor—by a guy who didn’t do anything to reach second scoring the winning run in the 10th. That’s what this will do the game. No more hard-earned victories in the 15th. Forget about any game lasting 17 or more innings, as the one between the Rockies and Diamondbacks did when they played 18 at Coors Field on August 15, 2006, or as the Rockies and Padres did on April 17, 2008 by going 22 innings in San Diego. Some people might say, Thank Goodness. But they can’t be real baseball fans. A real baseball fan hangs on every pitch, every swing, every play. It’s bad enough that baseball fans had to sit through almost four months of a lockout—with no free agent rumors or signings and no trades—while virtually nothing happened except squabbling over money until spring training loomed. Now a delayed season will be marred by “Caspers” and “Neils” on second base every time a game is tied after nine innings. But at least they’ll play NINE INNINGS every game. No more seven-inning doubleheaders. At least, for now. The good news, we should recognize, is that second base could be LARGER at some point, if the owners and players deem it will cut down on injuries. And pitchers won’t hit anymore in the National League. And shifts likely will be restricted by next season. And . . . I think I need one of Neil’s martinis. Denny Dressman is a veteran of 43 years in the newspaper business, including 25 at the Rocky Mountain News, where he began as executive sports editor. He is the author of 13 books, seven of them sports-related. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@comcast.net.
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What to do with cremated ashes SAVVYSENIOR
you loved to be i.e., a Dear Savvy Senior, favorite fishing spot, A while back I saw camping area, golf an article on differcourse, beach, park or ent ways to scatter a at home. If you choose person’s ashes after this route, keep in they’re cremated, but mind that some places, I’ve misplaced it. Can such as national parks, you help me with this? BY JIM MILLER require a permit. And I’m preplanning my many public areas, like funeral and would like parks or sports stadiums may to include instructions on what prohibit scattering. to do with my remains that my family will appreciate. Store them at home: Many Planning Ahead families choose to keep their loved ones close, by storing Dear Planning, them at home. If you and your There’s no shortage of options when it comes to handling family choses this option, you can purchase a decorative urn or disposing of your cremated remains after you’re gone. Your through your funeral provider family can keep, bury or scatter or online at Amazon.com. Or them in a variety of imaginative you may want to use an old cookie jar or favorite container ways that reflect your life and that reminds your family of personality. Here are some difyou. ferent options to consider. Scatter them: The most Bury/inter them: The burial popular option is to have your option is good if you wish to ashes scattered at a location
have a special place for your family to visit. This is also the only option for cremated ashes sanctioned by the Catholic Church, which specifies that ashes of the dead should be kept in sacred places like a cemetery or a columbarium and not kept at home or scattered. Plant them: If you’re the environmental type, you can have your ashes planted with a tree. There are companies that offer living urns – like TheLivingUrn.com or UrnaBios. com – that mix your ashes with other nutrients that can be used to grow a plant or tree in your yard or a place of your choosing. Scatter them at sea: If you love the water, there are many businesses that offer ash scattering services at sea, especially close to coastal areas, or your family could rent a boat and do
Hilltop Reserve elevates senior living for Denver’s most active senior population With direct access to outdoor activities, shopping, dining, entertainment and more Focused on its strong Colorado roots and continued commitment to delivering the highest quality and range of senior living options, Ascent Living Communities (ALC) is set to open its newest, full-service senior living community, Hilltop Reserve. Located at the intersection of Leetsdale Drive and Holly St. (525 S. Holly Street), Hilltop Reserve offers 124 Independent Living residences, 56 Assisted Living suites, and 25 Memory Care suites in a comprehensive 320,000-squarefoot community. With its central Denver location, the community has already received strong and growing interest from Coloradans looking to continue their full Colorado lifestyle in a state-of-the-art community with easy access to some of the region’s best public and private golf courses, shopping, dining and entertainment venues. As we hit the official start of spring, Coloradans of all ages and lifestyles are eager to get back to their warm weather activities.
Hilltop Reserve delivers the full scope of urban amenities, refined architecture characteristic of the Hilltop neighborhood, and a focus on luxury, location and lifestyle. Designed to bring the Colorado outdoors into everyday life, the community delivers amenities typically associated with luxury living including a two-tiered courtyard with water feature, fire pits and seating, majestic Colorado views, as well as a range of dining options and top-tier culinary selections. In addition, Hilltop Reserve offers resort-style wellness options, including a gym, aquatics
center and yoga studio with diverse life enrichment programming that cuts across educational, cultural, social and recreational activities and events. In addition to delivering Colorado luxury and lifestyle, the ownership, construction and design teams made a substantial commitment to integrate state-of-the-art features into the construction of Hilltop Reserve. The community will offer the latest fully-integrated, eco-friendly, health and safety features including: State-of-the-art bi-polar ionization air purification systems prov-
it themselves. There are also companies like EternalReefs. com that offer reef memorials so your ashes can rest on the ocean floor.
Turn them into jewelry or glass: If you love jewelry or glass trinkets, there are companies – like CloseByMeJewelry. com, SpiritPieces.com and ArtFromAshes.com – that will turn your ashes into wearable jewelry or glass art memorials.
Scatter them by air: This option will scatter your ashes into the sky so the particles can be taken by the wind. To do this, they could hire a private plane, helicopter or hot air balloon service, or use a balloon scattering service like Mesoloft. com. Or they could even send your ashes into outer space with Celestis.com.
Go out with a bang: If you’re a hunter or a gun lover, a company called Holy Smoke (MyHolySmoke.com) will create loaded ammunition out of cremated remains. Your family could store the ammo in the engraved wooden box it comes in, or they can send you off in a gun salute.
Turn them into a record: If you love music, a UK company called Vinlyly (Andvinyly.com) will turn your ashes into a vinyl record. You supply the music (or voice recording) and cover image, and the company creates a memorial that your family can listen to for years to come.
Turn them into art: If you love art, arrange for an artists or family member to paint your portrait, or a picture, with some of your ashes mixed into the paint. Or, if your family is into tattoos, many tattoo artists will mix some ashes with ink to create a memorial tattoo.
en to be 99.4% effective at eliminating indoor airborne pathogens such as COVID-19* integrated into the HVAC systems; • A rooftop array of photovoltaic solar panels to help power Hilltop Reserve that generates enough electricity for 60 single-family homes annually; • Automatically operated common area doors throughout the community; • Solid surface antimicrobial counters in all common areas and residences; • Touchless fixtures in all public restrooms and locker room facilities; • State-of-the-art emergency response system in all residences and key common areas; and
• 24-hour monitored security and safety protocols. Hilltop Reserve represents the third Denver-area senior-living community developed and operated by Colorado owners Tom and Susie Finley (Carillon at Belleview Station and Village at Belmar) who have assembled a comprehensive team of experienced and highly respected healthcare and life enrichment professionals, as well as a highly-rated culinary staff to operate their newest community. For more information, visit: https://hilltopreserve.com/ or call, 303-792-8200 to schedule a personal tour of this amazing new community in the heart of Denver.
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SPECIAL DISTRICTS NOTICE OF CANCELLATION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS Arapahoe Lake Public Park District Arapahoe County, Colorado
Arapahoe County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third day before the election, there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be writein candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 3, 2022 is hereby cancelled pursuant to Section 1-13.5-513, C.R.S.
§1-13.5-513(6), 32-1-104, 1-11-103(3) C.R.S.
The following candidates are hereby declared elected for the following terms of office: Name Length of Term Term Expiration Danelle Morgan 3 Years May, 2025 Trey Robbins 3 Years May, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Arapahoe Lake Public Park District, Arapahoe County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third day before the election, there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be writein candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 3, 2022 is hereby cancelled pursuant to Section 1-13.5-513, C.R.S. The following candidates are hereby declared elected for the following terms of office: Name Length of Term Term Expiration Rob Malkin 3 Years May, 2025 Michael Hager 3 Years May, 2025 Andrew Gitin 1 Year May, 2023 (Signature of Designated Election Official) Michele Barrasso (DEO’s Printed Name) Contact Person for the District:
Colin B. Mielke, Esq.
Address of the District:
7400 East Orchard Road, Suite 3300 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Telephone Number of the District: (303) 770-2700 Fax Number of the District: (303) 770-2701 District Email: cmielke@svwpc.com Published in The Villager Published: March 31, 2022 Legal # 10720 ___________________________ NOTICE OF CANCELLATION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS East Valley Metropolitan District Arapahoe County, Colorado §1-13.5-513(6), 32-1-104, 1-11-103(3) C.R.S. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the East Valley Metropolitan District,
To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to C J POWER, INA GROUP LLC, BRYANT DANIEL SMITH You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 1st day of November, 2018, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: 1/176 INT IN M/R IN E 1/2 OF E 1/2 & NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 & E 1/2 OF NW 1/4 & NE 1/4 OF SW 1/4 6-5-62 (MINERAL RIGHTS ONLY) and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC.; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2017; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of C J POWER for said year 2017; That said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on the 21st day of December, 2021, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on or about the 20th day of July, 2022, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 12th day of March, 2022, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: March 17, 2022 Last Publication: March 31, 2022 Legal # 10678 NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF
REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to C J POWER, INA GROUP LLC, RUC, LLC You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 1st day of November, 2018, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: 1/88 INT IN M/R IN SE 1/4 SEC 34-5-62 (MINERAL RIGHTS ONLY) and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC.; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2017; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of C J POWER for said year 2017; That said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on the 21st day of December, 2021, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on or about the 20th day of July, 2022, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed.
The names of the persons nominated as Director for a THREE-YEAR term: Stanley A. Gallery Link Michael Wilfley Third director seat - There are no candidates for this office The names of the persons nominated as Director for a ONE-YEAR term:
(Signature of Designated Election Official)
There are no candidates for this office
Michele Barrasso (DEO’s Printed Name)
Ballot Question certified by the Greenwood North Metropolitan District:
Contact Person for the District: frey E. Erb, Esq. Address of the District: East Orchard Road, Suite 3300
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Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Telephone Number of the District: (303) 770-2700 Fax Number of the District: (303) 770-2701 District Email: jerb@svwpc.com Published in The Villager Published: March 31, 2022 Legal # 10721 ___________________________ NOTICE OF INDEPENDENT MAIL BALLOT ELECTION TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and particularly to the eligible electors of the Greenwood North Metropolitan District, of the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado. NOTICE IS HEREBY given that the regular election of the Greenwood North Metropolitan District shall be held on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. The election is being conducted as an independent mail ballot election. Mail ballots are required to be mailed to eligible electors between 22 (April 11th) and 15 days (April 18th) prior to the date of the election.
COUNTY TREASURER NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED
At said election, the eligible electors of the Greenwood North Metropolitan District shall vote for Directors to serve the following terms of office on the Board of Directors of the District:
NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED
NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED
To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to
To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to
RUDOLPH CAFFEY, INA GROUP LLC, BRYANT DANIEL SMITH
J C BOOTH, CHRIS LEWIS, JAMES SULLIVAN HARRELL II
You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 1st day of November, 2018, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit:
You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 1st day of November, 2018, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit:
1/4 M/R ONLY UNDER HI/WAY AS DESC IN B1531 P343 IN NW 1/4 34-4-60 5.914AEGAL (MINERAL RIGHTS ONLY)
3/1536THS INT IN M/R ONLY IN SEC 32-5-60 (MINERAL RIGHTS ONLY)
and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC.; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2017; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of RUDOLPH CAFFEY for said year 2017; That said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on the 21st day of December, 2021, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on or about the 27th day of July, 2022, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed.
Witness my hand this 12th day of March, 2022, A.D.
Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed.
Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County
Witness my hand this 18th day of March, 2022, A.D.
Published in The Villager First Publication: March 17, 2022 Last Publication: March 31, 2022 Legal # 10679
Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: March 24, 2022 Last Publication: April 7, 2022 Legal # 10718
and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC.; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2017; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of J C BOOTH for said year 2017; That said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on the 21st day of December, 2021, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate;
Ballot Question 6A: Shall members of the board of directors of Greenwood North Metropolitan District be authorized to serve without limitation on their terms of office pursuant to the right granted to the voters of the district in Article XVIII, Section 11 of the Colorado Constitution to lengthen, shorten, or eliminate the limitations on the terms of office imposed by such section? The address of the location for application and the return of mail ballots and the hours during which the office will be open: Seter & Vander Wall, PC, 7400 E. Orchard Road, Suite 3300, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., beginning at least 22 days prior to Election Day (April 11th) and from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Election Day (May 3rd). Greenwood North Metropolitan District /s/: Catherine T. Bright Designated Election Official Phone Number: 303-770-2700 Published in The Villager Published: March 31, 2022 Legal # 10722 ___________________________ NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF ELECTION and CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS WILLOW TRACE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to § 1-13.5-513(6), C.R.S., that, at the close of business on February 28, 2022, there were not more candidates than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates, for Willow Trace Metropolitan District (the “District”). Therefore, the election for the District to be held on May 3, 2022 is hereby cancelled. The following candidates are declared elected by acclamation: Janice Curley Until May 2023 Joseph Blethen Until May 202 Tim Shively Until May 2025 /s/ Ashley B. Frisbie Designated Election Official Contact Person for Districts: George M. Rowley, Esq. WHITE BEAR ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON Attorneys at Law 2154 E. Commons Avenue, Suite 2000 Centennial, Colorado 80122 (303) 858-1800 Published in The Villager Published: March 31, 2022 Legal # 10723 ___________________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Bernard J Hogan, Deceased Case Number 2022 PR 77 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before July 31, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred. Anne M Olguin Personal Representative 18994 E Berry Dr Aurora, CO 80015 Published in The Villager First Publication: March 10, 2022 Last Publication: March 24, 2022 Legal # 10676 ___________________________ NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Vickie M. Allen, also known as Vickie Marie Allen, also known as Vickie Allen,
Deceased Case Number 2022PR30182 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Arapahoe County, Colorado on or before August 22, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred. Russell Allenbaker Cobb Personal Representative c/o Stewart B. Grant Attorney at Law, LLC 12265 W. Bayaud Avenue, Suite 210 Lakewood, CO 80228 Published in The Villager First Publication: March 31, 2022 Last Publication: April 14, 2022 Legal # 10724 ___________________________
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That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said C.O.T.A. RESOURCES, INC., on or about the 27th day of July, 2022, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 18th day of March, 2022, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: March 24, 2022 Last Publication: April 7, 2022 Legal # 10719 ___________________________
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WHAT’S HAPPENING CENTENNIAL E-RECYCLING EVENT APRIL 23, 8-11 a.m. Electronic recycling services at the Centennial Civic Center, 13133 E. Arapahoe Rd. Donate nonperishable food items or a $5 minimum monetary donation benefiting the Salvation Army Centennial Corps.
CENTENNIAL ANNUAL CHIP AND MULCH EVENT APRIL 30 8 a.m. -noon at both the SSPRD Willow Spring Service Center, 7100 S. Holly St., and the Centennial Public Works Facility, 7272 S. Eagle St.Rouds larger than 10 inches in diameter will not be accepted. Free mulch starting at noon. Bring a tarp and shovel. WHAT’S NEW? NEW TRAFFIC SIGNAL COMING TO ARAPAHOE/CLARKSON INTERSECTION Centennial consultant will contact property owners for feedback. CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY ON ARAPAHOE ROAD BRIDGE The project to replace the bridge over Big Dry Creek near the intersection of Univ. Blvd. is underway. Info:
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SOUTH SUBURBAN BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION MAY 3 Nine individuals have filed as candidates. There are three openings for three-year terms on the five-member board. Two polling sites open from 7 p.m. - 7 p.m. Goodson Recreation Center and South Suburban Sports Complex. Questions: email elections@ssprd. org or call 303-483-7011. BECOME AN ARAPAHOE COUNTY ELECTION JUDGE Election judges will be needed for the June 28 Primary Election and the Nov. 8 General Election. Form at arapahoe votes.com/election-judges CENTRAL CITY OPERA GUILD EVENTS APRIL 29, THE THEATRE OF DREAMS GALA at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science honoring Pamela and Louis “Dutch” Bansbach with entertainment by baritone Will Liverman, appearing courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera. MAY 4, THE SPRING MEMBERSHIP RECEPTION at the Wellshire Event Center.
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the cars and trucks. The leather trimmed captain seats were soft and comfortable with great leg room in the spacious cabin. The JBL ll/ sound system with subwoofer and amplifier provided clear and continuous Sirius XM music and news channels. The UBS outlets and charging ports kept the cell phone on full power for
the duration of the trip. The larger size Highlander gives the driver and passenger the feeling of height and safety along the busy highway, and the vehicle boasts a perfect overall 5-star safety rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Road sign alerts were continually posted on the windshield to obey changing speed limits. The dark “Blueprint” metallic finish paint shimmers in the sunlight on the attractive body style of one of Toyota major allwheel drive popular SUVs. The platinum model is loaded with navigation and safety features that add to the drive with lane departure warn-
ings and the Toyota 2.5 Safety Sense pre-collision system. Cameras keep a keen warning eye out for pedestrians, passing vehicles, and rear crossing traffic. Missing were paddle shifters for the eight-speed transmission, but the gear changes could be made with the normal transmission shifter. There was never a need to change from the very versatile eco drive mode, but on occasion the sport mode did provide additional power for higher speeds and passing. But, overall the V6-engine provided more than adequate speed and acceleration along with fuel economy. The Highlander is built to work and has a 5000 lb. towing capacity along with multi-control low-speed controls for off road drives. The sunroof adds to the package for summer drives in Colora-
do for outstanding mountain views and sunlight. Rear seats fold down for additional luggage or sport equipment storage with a power tailgate for easy access. Heated outside mirrors and rain sensitive windshield wipers are ready for any bad weather conditions. The platinum model is loaded with every option and has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $49,510 complete with a tank of gas. Final assembly is in Princeton, Indiana, U.S.A. A very solid, powerful, larger vehicle built for family fun with all the bells and whistles in safety, technology, and comfort. Fuel economy is excellent considering the size and horsepower of the Highlander, important with rising gasoline prices. The vehicle is well named for Colorado.
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