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State housing plan appears to be on shaky ground

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

No one would argue that there is not a serious shortage of available, attainable, and affordable housing across our state, particularly in metro Denver. That is the challenge that produced Senate Bill 23-213 Land Use, introduced in the general assembly on March 22. Most agree that the bill’s 106 pages reflect a comprehensive, statewide approach to addressing the housing problem but that is where agreement ends.

Locally, the mayors and city councils of Greenwood Village, Centennial, Cherry Hills Village, Lone Tree, and others have reached out to their residents via this newspaper, their cities’ homepages, monthly newsletters, official resolutions, direct mail, and social media to tell them they believe this plan usurps their city councils’ and thereby the residents’ right to set land use policy for their jurisdiction,

based on their perceived needs and values.

Most local elected officials across Colorado agree and have said so publicly. Since they represent most of the residents of this state, it seems most likely that this proposal faces, at best, a difficult uphill climb.

To become law, this bill, like all others, must get a majority vote in the Senate committee where it is being heard, then the full Senate, after which it would be introduced in the House, where it would follow a similar path. The language of the bill is subject to amendment at every stage. If it is amended in the House, the amended version is returned to the Senate for final approval. All those steps must be accomplished before May 8, the final day of the 2023 legislative session. As of this writing, a committee vote has not been scheduled in the Senate.

To become law, this bill, like all others, must get a majority vote in the Senate committee where it is being heard, then the full Senate, after which it would be introduced in the House, where it would follow a similar path. The language of the bill is subject to amendment at every stage. If it is amended in the House, the amended version is returned to the Senate for final approval. All those steps must be accomplished before May 8, the final day of the 2023 legislative session. As of this writing, a committee vote has not been scheduled in the Senate.

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In 12 hours of testimony on SB23-213 at the State Senate Local Government & Housing Committee on April 6, described by the committee chair as stakeholder input, it became crystal clear that those who support the general goals and methods outlined in this bill believe that Colorado’s housing shortage---whether it’s an estimated 70,000 units at the low end or 200,000 at the high end---is a crisis that calls for some statewide land use standards, as well as regional ones, that achieve a necessary level of consistency in housing policy.

In the view of experts in the areas of law, housing, transportation, planning, economics, water, and climate policy who testified, as well as a very few local elected officials, current statewide housing needs have not, will not, and cannot be met without employing land use policies that look past individual jurisdictions’ boundaries

and preferences, regardless of their history and popularity.

On the other side of the equation are most of Colorado’s mayors, city council members, and county commissioners, many of whom were elected by promising they would maintain the character and values of the localities they represent, as manifested in their longstanding individual land use codes, many of which are also a source of pride to local residents.

In their testimony, dozens of local officials from around the state expressed agreement with some of the goals of the housing plan and proudly reported that their cities have already adopted many of the policies outlined in SB23-213, including revised land use codes that call for a diversity of housing types, increased multifamily housing, especially in transit corridors, affordable, and workforce housing.

Since they have demonstrated by their actions that they understand and support the overall housing needs of their broad communities, these local officials see SB23-

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Sam Quinones on the timely issues of fentanyl and the border

Denver Southeast Rotary welcomes the public to State of the State Luncheon and Mental Health Symposium at Marriott DTC April 27

Sam Quinones

(pronounced Kin-YOHNess) is a Los Angelesbased freelance journalist, a reporter for 35 years, and author of four acclaimed books of narrative nonfiction. He is a veteran reporter on immigration, gangs, drug trafficking and the border. He is formerly a reporter with the L.A. Times, where he worked for 10 years. Before that, he made a living as a freelance writer residing in Mexico for a decade (19942004).

His latest book, released in November, 2021, is The Least of Us: True Tales of America

and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and Meth. In The Least of Us, Quinones chronicles the emergence of a drug-trafficking world producing massive supplies of synthetic drugs (fentanyl and meth) cheaper and deadlier than ever, marketing to the population of addicts created by the nation’s opioid epidemic, as the backdrop to tales of Americans’ quiet attempts to recover community through simple acts of helping the vulnerable.

With The Least of Us, Quinones broke the story of how the methamphetamine - now produced in Mexico, has covered the U.S. and is creating widespread and rapid-onset symptoms of schizophrenia, becoming in the process a major driver in the country’s homeless problem

The Least of Us follows his landmark Dreamland: The True Tale of America’s Opiate Epidemic (Bloomsbury, 2015),

which ignited awareness of the epidemic that has cost the United States hundreds of thousands of lives and become deadliest drug scourge in the nation’s history. For Dreamland, Quinones has testified before the U.S. Senate’s Health Committee, numerous professional conferences of judges, doctors, librarians, hospital administrators and at more than two-dozen town hall meetings in small towns across the country. A Young Adult version of Dreamland – for 7th through 12th graders -- was released in July of 2019. Quinones will address Rotarians and guests at the 15th Annual State of the State Luncheon, Thursday, April

The author’s landmark Dreamland won a National Book Critics Circle Award for the Best Nonfiction Book of 2015 and was also selected as one of the best books of 2015 by Amazon.com, the Daily Beast, Buzzfeed, Seattle Times Boston Globe, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Entertainment Weekly, Audible, and in the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg Business and many more!

27 at Marriott DTC beginning at 11:30 a.m. Cost for the luncheon and program that also features Colorado Attorney General Phil

Cor2 Cor’s Spring Meeting - “Future Outlook into the Commercial Real Estate Market”

At the beautiful Eddie Merlot’s (I-25 and Dry Creek Road), Cor2Cor Professional Alliance hosted a meeting filled to capacity. Members, colleagues and guests were eager to hear the panel’s presentation on current trends and the future of commercial real estate. Discussion points included: evolution of com-

mercial real estate markets locally and nationally, current state of the industry in Denver, Cherry Creek and DTC, market overview – office,

retail, industrial, multifamily and land; commercial development, architecture and design, landlord services, project management and wholesale furniture services. The summary addressed: tenant representation – broker, landlord broker, developers, investors, owners and tenants. There was a valuable

Q & A session moderated by Holly MacNamara after the fascinating presentations with enlightening statistics by a panel of four experts. Of high interest, of course, was the return of employees to the workplace fostering collaboration, connectivity, camaraderie and teamwork. Incentives for coming back

The Least of Us chronicles the emergence of a drugtrafficking world producing massive supplies of synthetic drugs (fentanyl and meth).

The Least of Us was nominated for a National Book Critics Circle (NBCC) award for Best Nonfiction Book of 2021.

Photos courtesy of Sam Quinones

Wieser is $80. Open to the public – Reservations required by April 21: sos.dserotary.org. The Mental Health Symposium 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. is open to and free to the public.

to the office included: communication with employees – listening to what they want, amenities, reimbursement for commute time and at least one company offers free breakfast and lunch. Building ideas: hospitality-driven designs and security guards could become concierges. Included in the reports of exciting projects in the south area were the Schnitzer West development near Fiddler’s Green and the expansion of Main Street in Parker.

ABOVE, LEFT: Dave Evans, Nepeta Godec (Co-Founder Cor2Cor), Thomas Sandgaard

ABOVE, RIGHT: Eddie Merlot’s Manager Terry Bennett and Sales Manager Kelly Tuly

LEFT: The Commercial Real Estate Panel: Frederic de Loizaga (Sr. VP –Occupier Advisory & Transaction Services – CBRE), Nancy Evans Begley (Senior Marketing Executive/Colorado Market – LoopNetCoStar Digital Marketing), Amy Aldridge (Partner – Tributary Real Estate), Holly McNamara (Senior Account Executive – Curate Workplace), Jamey Bridges (Director of Real Estate – Zeppelin Development)

Photos by Scottie Iverson

Sam Quinones, journalist and award-winning author

Littleton Elks Lodge #1650 honors Vietnam veterans

A dozen Vietnam Veterans were honored with dinner and presentation on Vietnam Veterans Day March 29 at the Littleton Elks Lodge #1650 by the Americanism and Veterans committees. Each vet was introduced, presented with pins by other veterans, and were able to talk about their experiences and feelings.

“I loved the way the veterans took ownership of the event, from introductions to the prayer,” said Kim Garcia, chairperson of Americanism committee. “Some

shared their stories with the group, and the interaction amongst them was heartwarming”.

Here are some Vietnam Veterans from the Littleton Elks #1650 Lodge that attended the dinner and presentation on March 29.

From left to right: Alan McArthur, Dan Green, Tony Nickerson, David Dawson, Royce Fisk, Gary Sole, Antonio Maze, Joe Subernagel, Danny Marley, James Hazel and Jim Abel.

LETTERS

Pam Eller for SSPRD Board of Directors

I am writing to indicate my strong support for Pam Eller, who is a candidate for the South Suburban Park and Recreation District Board of Directors. In my twenty-two years as the CEO of Hudson Gardens, I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Pam during her tenure on the District’s Board. Pam embraced her role and served with honesty, fairness and thoughtfulness. Her decisions were made only after careful consideration. Pam Eller carried no agenda other than serving the greater good of the District.

I recommend Pam because I know and trust she will bring her passion, dedication and, balanced approach to her board responsibilities. Her interests are to serve the entire District by making considered decisions that will allow for South Suburban’s continued growth and development. Of course, Pam’s experience with the District is invaluable. Among other successes she worked with fellow board members and management staff to develop the District Master Plan and the accompanying strategic plan both of which have been implemented with outstanding results. Her knowledge of and experience with the District minimizes the learning curve and provides the opportunity for her to contribute from day one. She is a highly respected member of the community and a long-time resident of the District.

Pam Eller is honest, intelligent, thoughtful, and experienced. Add her to the South Suburban Board of Directors on May 2.

Rich Meredith

Return Pam Eller to the South Suburban Board

As former members of the South Suburban Parks & Recreation District Board of Directors, we join many others in asking district voters to elect Pam Eller in the Tuesday, May 2nd Board Election.

Pam previously served on the BOD from 2010 to 2018, and she has remained active and invested in South Suburban in the five years since being term-limited in 2018. We four had the pleasure of serving either concurrently or in overlapping terms with Pam and are familiar with her many strengths. We encouraged her to run again in this election, believing that her leadership and knowledge will be of immense value in the coming four years. Throughout her previous board service, Pam earned the support of many across the district for her work ethic, integrity, fair-mindedness, and compassion. Pam was always thoroughly prepared for each board meeting, adding thoughtful

comments and often a fresh perspective on decisions that came before the board, and she had a remarkable ability to listen carefully to help find workable solutions to constituents’ issues and requests. We all will be well-served if Pam is elected once again on May 2nd You may vote in this election if you are a resident and/or property owner

within the District boundaries:

1. At the polls on Tuesday, May 2nd, from 7AM to 7PM at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S University Blvd, Centennial.

2. By absentee ballot - Voters who have signed up on South Suburban’s Permanent Absentee Voter (PAV) List automatically receive a mail ballot for every South Suburban May election. To be added to this list, visit www.ssprd.org and search ‘2023 Election.’ The PAV application

is under “Absentee Ballots” on the Elections page. To speed the application process and receive a ballot for this election, take a phone photo or make a PDF of your completed application and email it to Elections@ssprd.org. Questions? Call South Suburban Elections at 303483-7011 during regular business hours, M-F, 8 AM-5PM. Visit the Elections page to learn more about all six candidates running for the two open seats in this election.

With your vote on May 2nd, Pam Eller will again work collaboratively with the board, staff, and residents to maintain and strengthen our recreational amenities for the personal and financial health of our entire community.

Kay Geitner, Centennial2004-2012; Board Chair, 2010-2012 Sue Rosser, Centennial - 2008-2016 John Ostermiller, Littleton2009-2018; Board Chair, 2012- 2018 Mike Anderson, Lone Tree2010-2018

Christmas, and Easter are my favorite occasions. While we describe them as “holidays” they are the infinite roots of Christianity. Jesus was born on Christmas eve and was resurrected from the grave on Easter, celebrated worldwide by Christians.

Many local, and area churches, held Easter services that were well attended. I attended Sunday Easter services at Fiddler’s Green for two decades until the pastor passed away, and the event drifted into history. Maybe the event could be resurrected. Red Rocks celebrates their annual sunrise service with a capacity crowd watching the sunrise. No matter how bad things may get, the sun always comes up the next morning.

There is so much trouble and strife in the world. Maybe no more than in past history, but now it gets reported worldwide by media sources around the clock. History is full of strife and war.

The weather also has become turbulent and can be blamed on many mysteries, such as climate change, and some even feel it is God punishing his flock. Whatever the reasons, the weather is changing, droughts are turning into floods, snow

falling in new places, and tornadoes lashing cities.

It seems that our children are changing as well; living with their smart phones and games, they can hardly eat an Easter dinner without the phone cuddled close at hand. Adults share the love of phones as well and we marvel how the world ever functioned without phones and the internet. (Actually, quite well, maybe better.)

Children are now engaging with sex-change and a new transgender society is emerging as another political force. There is artificial intelligence looming to replace everything and everybody.

This year’s legislature is focusing on affordable and assessable housing; roofs over everyone’s heads in an attempt to ease homelessness. Some believe that housing should be shared equally that income and hard work shouldn’t allow some folks to live better than others.

Some state leaders want to replace zoning with new state mandates that would disregard local planning and zoning. The state would determine where shelters and homes could be conceivably be placed on larger lots and back yards of private homes.

Cities across Colorado

have handled their own zoning throughout history with local governments and P&Z boards to accommodate growth and development. Homeowners should be more careful who they elect to the legislature and that they embrace local values.

Primarily, the free enterprise system created the housing conditions throughout history. The European Feudal system had the royalty living in the castles surrounded by the peasants who lived on royal lands in poverty with forced taxation payments to the crown. America was founded by people escaping such a system, who wanted to worship God, not the King, own property and be free men and women. America provided this breath of free air to the world.

New immigrants are pouring across the southern border, and we must find housing for our newly found guests. Past immigrants have arrived on American shores for centuries and have worked their way into home ownership and financial success. Almost everyone has an ancestor who came to America with nothing but the desire to be free to worship, work, marry, and raise a family. At least in past history the most successful people were those with the best education and intense work

ethics. Yes, some people are luckier than others.

Immigrants had to earn their way, and that will also be true of many of our guests entering the United States legally or illegally.

We need the workers, and at this point in time we need to make the best of our visitors offering them food, shelter and education.

I think that is what a Christian nation does, but there are limits to our kindness and generosity. We are still the most generous people in the world to a point.

We need to put away the guns, get out the hammers and nails, and start building affordable housing on land that is less expensive on which to live.

Each city can determine to what extent they elect to host the homeless and where they should, or shouldn’t, reside.

The new residents will be valuable if we give them training and improve their job skills. There is a huge need for expanding vocational training and industrial schools for young and old.

Lingering thought, if America is so bad, why does everyone want to come here?

Work and freedom are the magic words. You can still find them here in a land of great opportunity if we don’t destroy it by apathy.

Congressman Crow statement on leak of intelligence documents

Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), member of the House Permanent Select

Committee on Intelligence, released this statement following reports that highly sensitive, classified documents were leaked, prompting investigations across various government agencies.

In a statement, Congress-

man Crow said:

“I’m livid by the apparent extent of the intelligence leak. Too much is at stake, and I expect whoever is responsible to be found and vigorously prosecuted. I’ve requested a briefing so we

can understand the extent of any damage and impact on current aid programs.

“The men and women who have dedicated their lives to gathering intelligence and safeguarding our national security deserve nothing less.”

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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 Member

The truth is, no one of us can be free until everybody is free.

– Maya Angelou

Crow: “Too much is at stake, and I expect whoever is responsible to be found and vigorously prosecuted.”

WHAT’S AT STAKE

SUBMITTED BY CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE

To all Cherry Hills Village Residents: The Colorado Legislature is considering a bill, Senate Bill 23-213, known as the “More Housing Now” bill, which would end local control of land use decisions in Colorado. If passed, Cherry Hills Village City Council would no longer have control over residential development in the city. Development decisions would be centralized at the state level and determined by rules enacted through the Governor’s office.

WHAT WILL THIS MEAN FOR YOU AS A RESIDENT:

• Any residential lot in the Village can be developed with a multi-family unit up to sixplex in size.

• Dense mixed-income housing of a minimum of 60 residential units per acre will be allowed by right on lots within a half mile of all transit stations which includes lots in the eastern part of Old Charlou and Southmoor Vista neighborhoods.

• Cherry Hills Village will be required to adopt a plan for affordable housing and meet affordable housing minimums set by state bureaucrats.

• Duplex, triplex, quadruplex,

Meg Froelich talks about housing and SB23-213

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

and six-plex development in the Village will not require on-site parking, resulting in congested on-street parking in neighborhoods.

• There will be no limitation on the number of people living in any residence.

• Any property owner (does not have to be a resident) will be allowed to put a detached accessory dwelling unit (“ADU” or “granny flat”) on their single-family lot up to 50% as large as the primary residence, only 5 feet from the property line, and allow another group of people to live there without any additional on-site parking.

• Public land, including open space, could be sold for affordable housing development without requiring a vote of the people in direct conflict with our voter-approved charter amendment.

• Any necessary improvements in water, sewer, roads, schools, fire protection and law enforcement to accom-

modate this increased density will be at the expense of the taxpayer.

• All HOA covenants regarding prohibitions of multi-family dwellings or accessory dwelling units and minimum setback requirements will be overruled.

WE NEED YOUR HELP:

This issue is moving quickly at the state capital with hearings on the legislation that started Thursday April 6 as supporters hope to have this legislation passed before the end of the legislative session on May 6th City Council is opposed to this legislation and is aggressively working to defeat this bill. If you agree that residential development should be a matter of local control with local input to maintain the unique character of Cherry Hills Village, please contact the representative below today.

On April 8, HD3 State Rep. Meg Froelich, who represents Cherry Hills Village, Englewood, Sheridan, and a small part of Denver, held a virtual town hall about housing. Although the event had been planned before the introduction of the SB23-213, Governor Polis’ statewide housing plan currently being considered in the State Senate, that bill was top of mind for many listeners.

Froelich explained her position, “We need to build more housing. We are at a deficit. In conjunction with environmental groups, we would like to have new housing built around transit centers. We want to reduce vehicle miles traveled. We want to make walkable, livable communities.” She also related workforce challenges to the lack of middle housing available for employees, including health care workers, teachers, and construction workers.

Addressing SB23-213 directly, Froelich shared that the proposal came from the governor and that she, like others, has concerns with parts of it, but, she pointed out, it is presently “an introduced bill-not the final product,” continuing, “If it makes it to me in the House, it will have made it through the Senate, which means it will have been amended to get enough people on board who are currently opposed,” adding that, if the bill does not pass the Senate, it will likely be because enough Senators agree that land use is not a matter of statewide concern, a contention of many local elected officials across Colorado.

Conversely, she predicted that if a majority of Senators conclude that climate and housing “are in a crisis state,” and those are matters of statewide concern, the bill will be amended as necessary and pass the Senate, then the House.

In her view, “I believe we are in a climate crisis and we are not meeting our greenhouse gas roadmap goals. Housing is a place where both of those things must interact to meet those goals…There is a challenge with municipalities whose zoning and decision-making have been absolutely in obstruction to both transit-oriented development, affordable housing development (and) middle housing development.”

She went on, “We have lots of areas around transit, around light rail that are not developed. In the case of the Orchard Light Rail Station in Greenwood Village, that was Greenwood Village acting proactively to make sure that that land was not developed… What can we do to nudge our cities to… address these twin challenges of housing and climate?”

Froelich also pointed to the Englewood Civic Center as a location where transit-oriented development could “benefit our whole community,” adding, “We don’t need to do that by razing a mid-century modern home to put in a four-plex, and that isn’t in the plan.”

For now, Froelich assured constituents that she is “conducting lots of rounds of listening sessions with local folks” on the matter and that she agrees that local elected officials should have been consulted more when this plan was devised. She also assured concerned residents of Cherry Hills Village that, “You are not going to have a triplex on your cul-de-sac in CHV.” fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

The City would have to allow duplexes on either side of an existing home

Meg Froelich has represented State House District Three since January 14, 2019.

For now, Froelich assured constituents that she is “conducting lots of rounds of listening sessions with local folks” on the matter and that she agrees that local elected officials should have been consulted more when this plan was devised. She also assured concerned residents of Cherry Hills Village that, “You are not going to have a triplex on your cul-de-sac in CHV.”

Colorado attracts new businesses but needs housing

BY FREDA MIKLIN STAFF WRITER

On April 6, Denver South hosted Laura Rodriguez, Vice President, Economic Competitiveness & Corporate Attraction, Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation (MDEDC), who presented a program on the topic of making and keeping our state competitive for attracting and retaining the businesses that power our robust economy. Over 100 leaders in business, education, and government came to the Lone Tree Arts Center to listen.

bachelor’s degree or higher makes our state extremely attractive to businesses looking at relocating.

Less positive was the fact that Colorado’s population growth in 2022 at 0.5% put it at the slowest rate it had been since 1989, while metro Denver’s was below zero. “This was the first time in nearly 20 years that the metro Denver region had negative net-migration,” Rodriguez said. MDEDC found that more people were leaving metro Denver than moving here “and they were choosing places that were more affordable.”

Although Colorado tied with Vermont as the second most highly educated state in the nation for college graduates (Massachusetts is, of course, first, with 118 colleges and universities in Boston alone), we ranked 42nd in the U.S. in our high school graduation rates and 38th in the percentage of our state’s high school graduates who go on to college.

Rodriguez shared that MDEDC examined 36 key economic indicators to evaluate Colorado’s competitive position nationally and in comparison to the ten states with whom we regularly compete for economic development projects: Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.

Our state ranks in the top ten across the country in nearly half of the most important economic indicators, however Colorado has declined in 14 of the 36 indicators relative to our top competitors.

Colorado shined in its labor force participation rate, being one of only four states that recovered completely from the pandemic in that category by 2022. Having a lower median age than other states and a productive work base with 44% of all adults having a

“In order for economic growth and development to continue, we really need workers that excel in STEM fields. One measure of the prevalence of STEM education is the number of science, engineering, and health graduate students… (in which) Colorado ranks 11th, ahead of nine competing states,” Rodriguez explained, concluding, “We can’t rely on the highly educated net in-migration to support us as we move forward.” In addition to improving our K-12 graduation rates, “As a region we need to be tackling issues related to affordability. The net migration we see from Denver is directly related to the cost of living and availability of housing.”

Other economic indicators favored Colorado. MDEDC found that our state ranked seventh nationally in the category of physical and social well-being and economic access. Only one direct competitor, California, ranked higher than Colorado, but they were 50th in job availability.

Although job availability

“Colorado and the metro Denver region are seen as a hub for start-up activity. Cuttingedge technology characterizes Colorado’s economic base. It has ranked in the top four since 2000.”

was average here, only two of our close competitors, Utah and Georgia, ranked in the top ten. Indiana and Nebraska held the number one and two positions for job availability, but neither is considered a direct competitor.

Colorado ranked 13th in new business growth in 2021, its highest rank ever. The Kaufmann Foundation’s Index ranked our state eighth in new business entrepreneurship in 2021, up 14 spots from 2020.

“Colorado and metro Den-

ver region are seen as a hub for start-up activity,” Rodriguez said.

Another bright spot for our state was MDEDC’s finding that, “Cutting edge technology characterizes Colorado’s economic base,” that ranked fourth in its concentration of high-tech employees. Even more significantly, “It has ranked in the top four since 2000.”

The field of energy also offered positive news. In 2021, Colorado generated 33% of its electricity from renewable sources, making it 14th in the country. It was 7th nationwide in wind energy, growing 13% in wind energy between 2020 and 2021. Overall, “Strong policies and investment from our state’s utility providers mean that renewables fill an increasingly important place in our state’s energy portfolio and the sector supports thousands of jobs in Colorado from manufacturing turbine components to installing wind and solar energy,” Rodriguez explained.

An interesting, if somewhat startling statistic Rodriguez cited was in the area of obesity. Colorado was first in that category, with the lowest adult obesity rate, for the past 18

years. It is now second, which isn’t as concerning as the fact that our state’s rate of 25% of the population qualifying as obese is what gave us second place in the nation and, “adult obesity rates now exceed 35% in 19 states.”

This chart shows Colorado’s rising trend in the Kaufmann Foundation’s Indicators of Entrepreneurship.

This chart shows Colorado’s continuous high ranking in the area of high-tech employment.

Laura Rodriguez is Metro Denver EDC Vice

President,

Economic Competitiveness & Corporate Attraction

“We can’t rely on the highly educated net in-migration to support us as we move forward…As a region, we need to be tackling issues related to affordability. The net migration we see from Denver is directly related to the cost of living and availability of housing.”

– Laura Rodriguez

– Laura Rodriguez

“Strong policies and investment from our state’s utility providers mean that renewables fill an increasingly important place in our state’s energy portfolio and the sector supports thousands of jobs in Colorado from manufacturing turbine components to installing wind and solar energy,”

– Laura Rodriguez

these local officials see SB23213 as unnecessary and intrusive.

Other local elected officials who testified stood firmly on their belief that they are accountable solely to the people who elected them and their values, as reflected in their jurisdiction’s land use policies, which they point out is consistent with the Colorado Constitution’s home rule provisions. They also note that local determination of land use principles and guidelines has been the accepted practice and policy in this state for well over a century and it is neither appropriate nor legal to declare housing policy to be a matter of both state and local concern, rather than just local concern, to justify the state stepping in to change how land use policies are set.

Tackling the state housing crisis

can’t find a home for less than $400,000…Senate Bill 213 aims to increase housing supply, to improve affordability, to cut red tape, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and to ultimately lower costs.”

Moreno described the bill as, “a housing need and assessment plan to help determine future needs for our state and to set housing goals (to) provide housing (for) every budget (and) identify affordability strategies tailored to local and regional needs.”

He explained, “The current system is a bit of a patchwork. Every community has complete autonomy…There is a lack of a statewide or regional approach to addressing the housing needs of our state. This bill would allow for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and middle housing

making sure that housing of all types is available to Coloradans. This is a crisis across our state which requires a level of state participation and collaboration with local communities on our shared housing affordability goals.”

In her testimony, Cherry Hills Village Mayor Katy Brown said SB23-213 lacks context in that CHV is characterized as a tier-one urban municipality, “Just like Denver. But we’re not. The cornerstone of our 2,200-home com-

ing) units.” Brown pointed out that, “Our residents elected us to (set housing policy), not the Department of Local Affairs,” adding, “This bill seeks to replace the knowledge and experience of thousands of locally elected officials with a committee and a pile of paper.”

“Despite the best efforts of many local officials, Colorado’s current all-local approach has failed to resolve our housing crisis.”

“SB23-213 is not (intended) to prevent the existence of singlefamily homes or to tell cities what they have to build or to apply a one-sizefits-all standard. It is really about making sure that housing of all types is available to Coloradans. This is a crisis across our state which requires a level of state participation and collaboration with local communities on our shared housing affordability goals.”

– State Senate Majority Leader Dominick Moreno

HB23-213 prime sponsor, State Senate Majority Leader Dominick Moreno, described the bill as a response to, “the dire situation our state finds itself in as it relates to home prices,” adding, “Housing costs are forcing Coloradans out of their neighborhoods and housing shortages are making the problem worse.”

He pointed to Commerce City as a place where average homes used to cost $150,000$180,000, but, “Today, you

“Our residents elected us to (set housing policy), not the Department of Local Affairs. This bill seeks to replace the knowledge and experience of thousands of locally elected officials with a committee and a pile of paper.”

“Between 2010 and 2019, Colorado added over 720,000 residents but only about 210,000 additional homes… Restrictive zoning in affluent communities limits economic mobility… Policy makers should seek a better balance between local preferences and regional needs.”

–

Mayor Katy Brown, Cherry Hills Village

like duplexes…(and) provide more opportunity for development of those housing types, which are more affordable… It would encourage more housing near transit and other key corridors, so that people can live close to where they work…(and includes) strategic planning growth and planning for water resources.”

He talked about the importance of “the partnership between state and local communities,” pointing to ongoing discussions with local governments about the bill which have led to amendments presently under consideration that would strengthen affordability requirements and increase flexibility for local communities in the area of parking requirements.

Finally, Moreno said, “SB23-213 is not (intended) to prevent the existence of single-family homes or to tell cities what they have to build or to apply a one-size-fits-all standard. It is really about

– Jenny Schuetz, Ph.D, Senior Fellow, Brookings Metro and former principal economist at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

munity is our rural character. We don’t have streetlights, we don’t have sidewalks, we still have dirt roads... Expecting our community of six square miles to have the same density requirements as Denver, while exempting Highlands Ranch, is absurd. This bill also says that parts of CHV are in a transit-oriented area, one-half mile from a transit station. But what this bill fails to understand is that the transit station is on the other side of I-25, a two-mile walk. Building high density transit-oriented development in that location doesn’t meet the goals you’re trying to achieve…

The 77 lots in our community that would be required to be upzoned could result in more than 2,000 (additional hous-

“I don’t know what gives this body the right to drastically change the environments your constituents have chosen to live in. In fact, you don’t really have that right because land-use authority rests in the local municipalities. But, because the Democrats who are sponsoring this bill have a supermajority in this legislature, you are hoping to simply take that right away from local municipalities.”

– Anne Ingebretsen, GV Council Member

Jenny Schuetz, Ph.D, Senior Fellow, Brookings Metro, an expert in urban economics and housing policy and former principal economist at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, testified, “Between 2010 and 2019, Colorado added over 720,000 residents but only about 210,000 additional homes,” while home values increased 20% and median income rose by under 5%, adding, “Restrictive zoning in affluent communities limits economic mobility…In 2019, more than 60% of Colorado homes were single family homes…Policy makers should seek a better balance between local preferences and regional needs. Decisions about how much housing to build where impacts everyone in the state.”

Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko testified, “The citizens of Centennial have a charter that maintains our standard of self-determination that was central to Centennial’s formation, a dding, “Our

– Brian Connolly, adjunct professor at the law schools of both the University of Colorado and the University of Denver, and recognized expert in land use and zoning.

citizens have appreciated their role in the recent approval of over 6,000 multifamily housing units...working alongside the city and developers to create workable solutions for our unique housing challenges. SB23-213 would rob citizens of participating in this process.”

CHV Council Member Earl Hoellen told the committee that SB23-213 “casts aside” the principles of home rule found in Article 20 of the Colorado Constitution. Although he agreed that the issue of affordable housing “is a serious issue that must be addressed,” he said, “We should not do so by trampling one of Colorado’s long-standing principles.”

Brian Connolly, adjunct professor at the law schools of both the University of Colorado and the University of Denver, and a recognized expert in land use and zoning, testifying on behalf of the Colorado Housing Affordability Project, said, “Despite the best efforts of many local officials, Colorado’s current all-local approach has failed to resolve our housing crisis,” adding that other states, “employed some statewide controls to create a level playing field between jurisdictions to ensure that local efforts to encourage affordability are effective and address regional housing needs.” He also opined that SB23-213 is constitutional, unlike others who spoke before and after him.

Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers said he vehemently objects to the bill because, “Land use in Colorado has been a matter of local concern for 149 years,” and, “This (bill) will dramatically undermine trust in government. “

“The citizens of Centennial have a charter that maintains our standard of selfdetermination that was central to Centennial’s formation.”

– Mayor Stephanie Piko, Centennial

Broomfield Mayor Guyleen Castriotta said she objected to the bill due to the “unprecedented pre-emption of home rule authority,” noting that all new residential development in Broomfield approved in the past six years has been multifamily.

Alex Horowitz, director, housing policy initiative at the Pew Charitable Trust, testified that, Pew compared rent growth in Colorado with rent growth in jurisdictions that have implemented effective zoning reforms to allow more housing. They found that rents have increased 31% in Colorado overall, while they rose much more slowly, or not at all, in jurisdictions where zoning was reformed by permitting missing middle housing, ADUs, apartments on commercial corridors or near transit, and reducing parking requirements (all features of SB23-213). He named New Rochelle, NY, Portland, OR, and Minneapolis, MN as examples of cities that implemented these zoning reforms and saw rent increases of zero to five percent. He also pointed out that housing costs are the strongest driver of homelessness levels, noting that, “Jurisdictions that have kept their housing costs low have also kept their homelessness costs low,” noting, “Pittsburgh’s homelessness levels are three times lower than Denver’s and Houston’s are four times lower. Research shows rent growth strongly predicts growth in homelessness levels. While modernizing zoning would be likely to sharply slow rent growth, Pew’s research shows that it would likely cut homelessness too.”

Greenwood Village City Council Member Anne Ingebretsen testified that, “Where someone chooses to live is a very important part of who that person is…I don’t know what gives this body the right to drastically change the environments your constituents have chosen to live in. In fact, you don’t really have that right

because land-use authority rests in the local municipalities. But, because the Democrats who are sponsoring this bill have a super-majority in this legislature, you are hoping to simply take that right away from local municipalities… For the last 100 years, landuse decisions have been made at the local level because we know our communities and we have a better barometer

“The number one thing to do in a housing crisis is provide more units and don’t make those units more expensive.”

– Carl Koelbel, COO, Koelbel and Company

for measuring the impact of development on existing neighborhoods. This bill that allows multifamily housing in single-family neighborhoods and an unlimited number of unrelated people living in the same house illustrates that I don’t think you know your constituents.”

Teller County Commissioner Dan Williams, a Republican who testified he was there to represent rural Colorado said, “We can’t hide behind local control as an excuse not to have a conversation,” noting that, during a recent fire, first responders had to drive over an hour from Colorado Springs because they could no longer afford to live in Teller County.

Robert Sheesley, general counsel for the Colorado Municipal League (CML), pointed to a letter submitted to the committee that he said was signed by over 400 municipal elected officials, staff, and planning commissioners opposing SB23-213.

Kevin Bommer, CML executive director, said he supports legislation that would keep the statewide housing needs assessment with no strings attached but eliminate all preemptions and mandates on local governments.

Carl Koelbel, COO of Koelbel and Company, “that has done 10 affordable housing projects”, said, “The number one thing to do in a housing crisis is provide more units and don’t make those units more expensive…We are dealing with zoning impediments…and a (lack) of land that can be used for residential housing…This bill expands

the rights of homeowners and landowners. You can do more with your property than you could before…” Addressing some previously expressed concerns, he said that “rote economics” will prevent many single-family homes from becoming middle housing like duplexes.

Koelbel also pointed out that declining demand for retail and office space should lead to some of those properties being converted to resi-

“Lone Tree has knowledgeable and engaged residents who help inform our decisionmaking in ways that best serve our community’s current and future needs.”

– Wynne Shaw, Mayor Pro Tem, Lone Tree

dential use, but many municipalities would not allow that in key transit corridors under their current codes.

Breckenridge Mayor Eric Mamula said that over the past 30 years, his city has built 1,200 units of workforce housing and will soon add 300 more, in a town of 5,000 people, but, “It seems like there are a handful of communities who are driving this bill because of their NIMBYism (Not In My Back Yard)… We don’t have that problem in Breck. We are already doing these things.”

Dave Kerber, Greenwood Village Mayor Pro Tem, testified, “I would urge to kill this bill,” stating it didn’t provide the ability to consider adverse effects like, “Do we have enough people to have 20,000 people around a transit-oriented development station?”

Bryan Leach, founder and CEO of Ibotta, a downtown Denver-based company that employs more than 1,000 people, said his company has lost about half its Denverbased employees and that the number one reason people leave Colorado and their jobs with Ibotta is, “They can no longer afford to live in the place where they work. They are leaving the state, “because of the relative value of the wages we can pay versus the cost of living” in Colorado.

He said that his company has 120,000 square feet downtown

that sometimes has 20 people working there, which, in turn, has a negative impact on restaurants and other service businesses nearby 18th and California Streets.

Wynne Shaw, Mayor Pro Tem of Lone Tree, shared that her city has long prioritized muti-modal transportation with five light rail stations. They have already developed multi-family and workforce housing near light rail stations with more coming. “Lone Tree,” she said, “has knowledgeable and engaged residents who help inform our decision- making in ways that

“Ibotta has lost about half of its Denver-based employees because of the relative value of the wages we can pay versus the cost of living in Colorado.

– Bryan Leach, founder and CEO,

Ibotta

best serve our community’s current and future needs.” Her objection to the bill was due to the “loss of local decisionmaking and residents’ voice in the growth and development of their own community.”

Adams County Commissioner Eva Henry, who personally supports the bill, said, “Colorado has a shortfall of over 100,000 homes. Every day I see the trauma of the family not being able to find or afford a home. This issue has been created by sporadic land-use decisions made by local politicians…unwilling to consider what their decisions might do to the region or the state we live in,” adding, “Our sporadic land use regulations (are) no longer working and we need to move forward… (to achieve) a solution in the housing crisis…for Colorado families.”

Jon Cappelli, an affordable housing builder, pointed out that, when it comes to housing, Colorado is the 8th most expensive state and the front range is the 5th most expensive metro area in the country due to the “lack of coordinated housing planning and a lack of appropriately zoned land to build housing.” He likened the use of antiquated housing policies to “trying to win a NASCAR race in a car designed by Fred Flintstone,” adding, “It doesn’t help that many of these land use policies were

designed to be exclusionary. Arapahoe County Commissioners Jeff Baker and Jessica Campbell-Swanson, along with BOCC Chair Carrie Warren-Gully testified against the bill.

Mayor Mike Coffman testified, “The City of Aurora is absolutely committed to increasing affordable housing,” and already allows ADUs and encourages transit-oriented development near transit.” Moreno agreed with Sen. Dylan Roberts, whose district includes 10 western slope counties, about the importance of addressing affordable workforce housing in rural resort communities, noting the large number of second homes in those communities currently used for short term rentals. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

“Pew found that rents have increased 31% in Colorado overall, while they rose much more slowly, or not at all, in jurisdictions where zoning was reformed by permitting missing middle housing, ADUs, apartments on commercial corridors or near transit, and reducing parking requirements. Research shows rent growth strongly predicts growth in homelessness levels. While modernizing zoning would be likely to sharply slow rent growth, Pew’s research shows that it would likely cut homelessness too.”

–

Alex Horowitz, director, housing policy initiative at Pew Charitable Trust

Campus Middle School introduces its newest club - Young Business Leaders

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BY CHLOE PARISH

Campus Middle School is excited to introduce its newest club - Young Business Leaders.Run by Cherry Creek High School’s Future Business Leaders of America students, the club focuses on educating youth about the American Enterprise system. Since starting in January, the club has grown to include twenty two 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. The idea of the club came from a notice of the lack of previous business knowledge not only from middle school students but also students from Cherry Creek High School.

According to Chloe Parish, one of the high school students who came up with the idea of the club, “The purpose of the club is to develop an understanding of the business and each individual’s role in the economy.” The high school students conducted a survey amongst peers, asking about

current and previous economic knowledge. From this survey, we gathered that amongst the students that were surveyed, around 86.3% of the students had not learned any type of business from their middle school while 97.5% of the students did not know what the American Enterprise System was at all. After identifying a problem that was in our community, they needed to find the best way to address the financial illiteracy that was faced by our

youth. The survey that was given to the students also determined that Campus middle school was the best option as they had their lowest scores and are very close to the high school. Nick Edwards, the activities director from Campus Middle, has experienced the club and the high school students firsthand and quotes “I think it is great to see a student-initiated, grassroots push for earlier education around business concepts, topics, and case studies. I believe

this club is testament to the power of young students' ability to share their knowledge and leadership with others! I am very grateful to the CCHS FBLA students who have given their time and energy to this endeavor.” As far as the clubs impact, Edwards says “ I think the first meeting is indication enough of impact, more than 35 eager, wide-eyed middle schoolers showing up ready with their questions and curiosities. It is obvious students have a yearning for this type of content, experience, and community- I am

supremely overjoyed to see this club succeeding and am hopeful for the club’s continued longevity in the years ahead.” A main goal of the club is longevity and growth. The high school students are still finding ways to improve their club such as, implementing new teaching methods, involving parents and community members, and inviting guest speakers. Although this is the first year that the club is running, Young Business Leaders is a promising club that will help our youth and our future.

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An engaging event to showcase Chamber nonprofits

This premier annual event for the South Metro Denver Chamber presents an engaging opportunity to celebrate nonprofit Chamber members. Inspired by a popular TV show, this event brings the business and nonprofit sectors of the community together by providing an opportunity for select Chamber nonprofits to present to a panel of Sharks, Angel Fish investors, the business community, guests and supporters. All event participants are encouraged to donate toward the participating nonprofit of their choice through Mighty Cause! Ticket-sale proceeds also benefits all participating nonprofits.

Join the fun to support nonprofit Chamber members!

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Arushi Kumar, Shiven Saxena, Sami-ul Ahmed, Joshua Zhou, Katie Le, Shrey Agarwal, Abhi Kasu, Rithvik Ijju, Neil Patel, Charlie Schneider, Daniel Zhou, Tatum Balcaen, Deeksha Amarala, Maria Tanugundla, Dasha Osovskaya, Katie Chen, and Brooke McKenna

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New RMD rules for 2023

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the new rules on required minimum distributions from IRAs and 401(k)s? I will turn 72 this year and want to be clear on what I’m required to do.

Planning Ahead

Dear Planning,

Thanks to the SECURE Act 2.0 that was passed by Congress last December, there are several new rules that affect required minimum distributions (RMDs) from traditional IRAs, 401(k) s and other tax-deferred retirement accounts. These changes, which build on the original SECURE Act of 2019, are a benefit to retirees by increasing the RMD age and lowering the penalty for missing a withdrawal. Here’s what you should know.

New RMD Rules

As of Jan. 1, 2023, the start-

BY DONALD PETERSON

Dear Readers,

What are the eligibility requirements to receive Med-

ing age for taking RMDs is now 73, up from 72. And it rises to age 75 in 2033. This change means that if you turn 72 this year, as you stated in your question, you can delay your RMDs one more year, allowing your savings in these accounts to grow longer, tax deferred.

But once you turn 73 (next year), you must start taking annual RMDs from the tax-deferred retirement accounts you own – like traditional IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, 401(k)s, 403(b)s and 457(b) s – and pay taxes on those withdrawals. Distributions are taxed as ordinary income in your tax bracket.

There are, however, a few exceptions. Owners of Roth IRAs are not required to take a distribution, unless the Roth is inherited. And starting in 2024, Roth 401(k)s will not be subject to RMDs either.

There’s also a work waiver

icaid?

Medicaid is a federal-state medical assistance program for low-income recipients of public benefit programs. Medicaid provides more complete coverage than does Medicare, without significant payments from the beneficiaries. Only low-income persons with limited resources who are elderly, blind, disabled, or are low-income families can receive Medicaid.

Who Receives Medicaid?

Medicaid was created as an add-on health benefit to two welfare programs: Supplemen-

for RMDs you should know about. If you are still working beyond age 73, and you don’t own 5 percent or more of the company you work for, you can delay withdrawals from your employer’s retirement plan until after you retire. But if you have other non-work-related accounts, such as a traditional IRA or a 401(k) from a previous employer, you are still required to take RMDs from them after age 73, even if you’re still working.

Deadlines and Penalties

Generally, you must take your distribution every year by Dec. 31. First timers, however, can choose to delay taking their distribution until April 1 of the year following the year you turn 73. But be careful about delay-

tal Security Income (SSI) and Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC). AFDC was replaced by the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Recipients of either SSI or TANF, or those who would qualify for AFDC, if it still existed, are eligible for Medicaid, as well as Old Age Pension (OAP) recipients who are disabled or more than 64 years of age. People who would continue to receive those benefits except for earned income or cost of living increases often continue to receive Medicaid. Women with breast cancer or cervical cancer may also qualify if they lack health insurance.

Eligibility Rules

The eligibility rules for elderly or disabled people generally use the SSI income and resource Rules. Total resources (bank accounts, property, etc.) may not exceed $2,000 for an individual or $3,000 for a married couple. Some property does not count as a resource, such as your residence, your car, some funeral items or plans, wedding jewelry, and life insurance with a cash value of $1,500 or less. There are many additional eligibility rules, including citizenship requirements, special requirements for long term care and severe transfer restrictions.

What Services Are Covered?

In Colorado, Medicaid covers most necessary services, including hospital, nursing home, physician, prescriptions, medical supplies and equipment, skilled home care (nurse or Certified Nursing Assistant required), and assistance with transportation. In addition, non-skilled or personal inhome services are provided by

ing, because if you delay your first distribution, it may push you into a higher tax bracket because you must take your next distribution by Dec. 31 of the same year.

Also note that you can always withdraw more than the required amount, but if you don’t take out the minimum, you’ll be hit with a 25 percent penalty (it was 50 percent) on the amount that you failed to withdraw, along with the income tax you owe on it. This penalty drops to 10 percent if you take the necessary RMD by the end of the second year following the year it was due.

Distribution Amounts

Your RMD is calculated by dividing your tax-deferred retirement account balance as of Dec. 31 of the previous year, by an IRS estimate of your life expectancy. A special rule applies

Home and Community Based Services programs for specific groups, such as the elderly and people with developmental disabilities, mental illnesses, AIDS, or other chronic disabilities.

While there is a copayment for some services ($.50 to $10 or more in Colorado), Medicaid generally pays the entire charge approved by the Medicaid program. Additionally, most nursing home residents must pay all but $89.55 per month of their income toward their care. Medicaid is the payor of last resort, so other insurance, including Medicare, must pay first.

What are the four key medical/estate plan documents you need now?

Many of my clients have asked what are the critical documents needed, particularly in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. Simply being married does not give you the legal right to gain access to your spouse’s medical records or make medical decisions on your spouse’s behalf, even in an emergency. To avoid this problem and to help others care for you and to achieve your overall estate planning goals, the following documents create an effective medical/estate plan package:

1. Healthcare Power of Attor-

if your spouse is the beneficiary and is more than 10 years younger than you.

IRA withdrawals must be calculated for each IRA you own, but you can withdraw the money from any IRA or combination of IRAs. If you own 403(b) accounts, they too allow you to total the RMDs and take them from any account or combination of accounts.

With 401(k) plans, however, you must calculate the RMD for each plan and withdraw the appropriate amount from each account.

To calculate the size of your RMD, you can use the worksheets on the IRS website – see IRS.gov/Retirement-Plans and click on “Required Minimum Distributions.” Or co ntact your IRA custodian or retirement-plan administrator who can do the calculations for you.

For more information, see the “Distributions from Individual Retirement Arrangements” (publication 590-B) at IRS.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/p590b.pdf

ney;

2. General Financial Power of Attorney;

3. Advanced Directive for Medical/Surgical Treatment (“Living Will”); and

4. Will (or a Will with a Trust).

Careful medical/estate planning should include preparation and signing of these documents, to accomplish your goals and protect you, both during your lifetime, and at the time of passing. The Power of Attorney documents allow you to designate those agents whom you authorize to help you on your behalf during your lifetime, and the Will/ Trust documents allow you to nominate others to help with your estate after your passing, as well as to identify the beneficiaries and the distributions to them, to accomplish your estate planning goals.

Selected information in this column has been taken with permission by Continuing Legal Education in Colorado, Inc., from the Colorado Senior Law Handbook, 2020 Edition (Chapter 4: Medicaid, Sean Bell, Esq.), which is a copyrighted publication and may be accessed and downloaded for free at: www.cobar.org/Forthe-Public/Senior-Law-Handbook

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‘Maddening’ Madness sets bar for future CFP

The maddening Madness of 2023 is now history.

Finally! say all whose brackets were busted before the tournament reached the Elite Eight.

By the way, how many of the teams you picked made the Final Four? Thought so.

Did you pick Florida Atlantic, San Diego State or Miami to win it all? UConn?

The Huskies indeed played like champions—winning six games by an average margin of 20 points. Amazing for a team that tied for fourth place in its conference in the regular season, but typical for this year’s tournament.

HUNTINGTON ACRES

This version of March Madness was the most unpredictable, and among the most exciting, NCAA men’s basketball national championship tournament ever, though disappointing and unsatisfying if you’re into favorites.

It included:

Two winners from the First Four (Pitt and Fairleigh Dickinson, which wouldn’t have made the tournament if Northeast Conference champion Merrimack had completed its transition period to Division I) upsetting their first-round opponents in the round of 64!

Cinderellas vying for the glass slipper—FDU, which lost the battle of acronyms to those Owls from FAU (Florida Atlantic University), and the Ivy Leaguers from Princeton, who surprised two states, Arizona and Missouri!

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All four top seeds—and all four number twos—ousted by the end of the Sweet Sixteen!

Games decided in the last minute!

A little guy, Kansas State’s 5-foot-8 Markquis Nowell, stealing the show on the court.

And, of course, a fourth seed winning it all.

Altogether, the three weeks of tournament games were filled with tension and excitement. In my view, a classic.

It made me think, once again, how much better the major college football national championship playoff will be when it involves more teams.

Thank goodness it’s only a year away, when it will follow the 2024 season.

Granted, there won’t be any Fairleigh Dickinsons or Florida Atlantics in the field. And probably not a UConn. But there will be 12 teams, not four. (By then, maybe Deion’s Buffs?)

There will be at least one longshot. (In major college football, almost any Tier One school that made this year’s March Madness would be Cinderella material if it made the 12-team football playoffs field.)

Looking at the season past, Tulane would have been the FDU-FAU equivalent as the ranked champion of the American Athletic Conference.

The rest of the field likely would have included playoff regulars Georgia, Alabama and Ohio State, one-time powerhouses Michigan, Penn State, Southern Cal, Florida State and Tennessee; a couple relative newcomers (in terms of playoff prominence) in TCU and Utah; and possi-

bly Washington. No Notre Dame or Clemson; no Texas or Oklahoma.

That’s not quite the unpredictable field of March Madness, but it’s better than starting with semifinals.

The College Football Playoff, or CFP as it’s known, will never have the panache of March Madness. But it could have its own brand of excitement.

The field will be comprised of the six highest-ranked conference champions plus the six highest-ranked non-conference winners. Thus, the conference championship games and, for that matter, the last couple weeks of the regular season, could draw attention comparable to the first two rounds of the basketball tournament.

“The regular season has become more important,” said CFP Executive Director Bill Hancock after agreement was reached on the 12-team format last December.

He, of course, views it commercially.

“The game of football is certainly very healthy,” he said then. “Look at the viewership. Look at the number of people in the stands. I think this 12-team tournament will only enhance that.”

Lest you shrug that even this expanded CFP, at only 12 teams, won’t compare with March Madness, no matter what Hancock says, consider the history of the basketball playoff.

When it began in 1939, it had only eight teams. The Oregon Ducks beat Ohio State 46-33 for the title, as chronicled in Terry Frei’s terrific account of that first tournament—March 1939 – Before The Madness.

It wasn’t until 1951 that the NCAA tournament grew to 16 teams, and it didn’t expand to 32 until 1975. Ten years later, Madness doubled in size. One play-in game was added in 2001, and the First Four began 10 years later.

So, while a 12-team CFP may seem modest or inadequate to some, realize that March Madness has evolved into what it is now.

There’s nothing to say the CFP can’t grow in the future and approach the madness of Madness.

Maybe it’ll even have a UConn-like champion one day.

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 15 books, nine of them sports-related. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@ comcast.net

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NOTICE CONCERNING 2022 BUDGET AMENDMENT CHAPPARAL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed amended budget for 2022 has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Chapparal Metropolitan District and that such proposed budget amendment will be considered for adoption at a public hearing during a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held via zoom/audio at 3:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CENTENNIAL AIRPORT ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO

The Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority (the “Authority”), is the owner and operator of Centennial Airport in Englewood, Colorado and is soliciting Requests for Qualifications for Insurance Broker Services.

The proposer must supply all information required by the Request for Qualifications for Insurance Broker Services. The Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority reserves the right to waive any informalities and minor irregularities in the submittals and to select the proposer deemed to be in the best interest of the Airport.

For any questions and to obtain a complete copy of the Request for Qualifications for Insurance Broker Services for the Authority please contact Luke Skaflen, Sr. Business Support Specialist for Centennial Airport at 303-790-0598 or lskaflen@centennialairport.com.

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Legal # 11146

CASTLEWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT 2023 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Rehabilitation Project

The Castlewood Water and Sanitation District (the “Owner”) is accepting sealed bids for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Rehabilitation Project (the “Project”). Sealed bids will be received until the hour of 10 A.M. local time on April 25, 2023 by the District Engineer (Merrick & Company), at 5970 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. At that time, bids received will be opened.

The Project will include rehabilitation work for existing 8-inch and 15-inch sewer pipe including approximately:

· 1580 LF of UV CIPP including all manhole reconnections, service reconnections and reinstatements and any required excavations.

The work shall include all bypass pumping, erosion and traffic control and other related improvements and appurtenances. This Project is located within the Castlewood Water and Sanitation District, located within the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado.

Copies of the Bidding Documents may be requested from the Castlewood Water & Sanitation District at the email of the District Engineer, barney. fix@merrick.com, beginning April 13, 2023. No payment required. Reproductions are prohibited. No pre-bid conference is scheduled; however, interested Bidders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the area where the work will be performed.

Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days after the Bid date and time. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any errors or irregularities, and to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications including financial statements. The Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so.

For further information, please contact Barney Fix at Merrick & Company at 303-751-0741.

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Published: April 13, 2023

Legal # 11147

COUNTY TREASURER

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED

To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to EMMANUEL M ASSAF, KATYA M. ASSAF, SOUTHEAST METRO STORMWATER AUTHORITY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNITED STATES TRUSTEE REGION 19, MARCO ANTONIO

BRIONES-COROY, COUNTRY CLUB VILLAS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC.

You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 7th day of November, 2019, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to MUNICIPAL POINT CAPITAL LP, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: UNIT 118 BLDG 8826 AS PER CONDO DECLARATION RECORDED IN B3230 P425 COUNTRY CLUB VILLAS CONDOS aka 8826 E FLORIDA AVE Unit 118

SPECIAL DISTRICTS

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF ELECTION and CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS

GOODMAN 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, 2023, there were not more candidates than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates, for Goodman Metropolitan District (the “District”). Therefore, the election for the District to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby cancelled.

The following offices remain vacant:

VACANT .....................Until May 2027

VACANT .....................Until May 2027

/s/ Ashley B. Frisbie Designated Election Official

Contact Person for District:

Clint C. Waldron, Esq.

WHITE BEAR ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON

Attorneys at Law

2154 E. Commons Avenue, Suite 2000 Centennial, Colorado 80122 (303) 858-1800

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Legal # 11148

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS

Greenwood North Metropolitan District Arapahoe County, Colorado

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Greenwood North Metropolitan District, of Arapahoe County, State of Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third day before the election, there were not more candidates for the office of board of director than the offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates. Therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby canceled pursuant to section 1-13.5-513(6), C.R.S.

The following candidates are hereby declared elected to the Board of Directors of the Greenwood North Metropolitan District:

Name: Mike Wilfley .....Elected to Serve a Term of: 4 yearsUntil: May, 2027

Name: Vacancy ..........Elected to Serve a Term of: 4 yearsUntil: May, 2027

Name: Vacancy ..........Elected to Serve a Term of: 2 yearsUntil: May, 2025

/s/: Catherine T. Bright

By: Designated Election Official Catherine T. Bright Designated Election Official

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 District ............................................ (303) 770-2700

Email of the District: .................................................. cmielke@svwpc.com

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Published: April 13, 2023 Legal # 11149

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District County of Arapahoe, Colorado

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third day before the election, there were not more candidates for the office of board of director than the offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates. Therefore, the election to be held on May 2, 2023 is hereby canceled pursuant to section 1-13.5-513(6), C.R.S.

The following candidates are hereby declared elected to the Board of Directors of the Hills at Cherry Creek Metropolitan District

and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to MUNICIPAL POINT CAPITAL LP;

That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2018;

That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of EMMANUEL M ASSAF for said year 2018;

That said MUNICIPAL POINT CAPITAL LP, on the 1st day of December, 2022, 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 MUNICIPAL POINT CAPITAL LP, on or about the 15th day of August, 2023, 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 7th day of April, 2023, A.D. Michael Westerberg Treasurer Arapahoe County

Contact Person for the District:......................... Elizabeth A. Dauer, Esq.

Address of the District: ....................7400 East Orchard Road, Suite 3300 ................................................................Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Telephone Number of District: ....................................... (303) 770-2700

Email of the District: ...edauer@svwpc.com

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Legal # 11150

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL ORCHARD HILLS METROPOLITAN RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Orchard Hills Metropolitan

Recreation and Park District of 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 write-in candidates; therefore, the regular election to be held on May 2, 2023, is hereby canceled pursuant to Sections 1-13.5-513(6), C.R.S. The following candidates are hereby declared elected:

Steve Schoenstein to a 4-year term until May, 2027

Michael O’Shaughnessy to a 4-year term until May, 2027

Contact Person for the District:............................................Lisa K. Mayers District Address:.......................................................c/o Spencer Fane LLP ..............................................................1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2000 .........................................................................Denver, Colorado 80203

District Telephone Number: ..............................................(303) 839 - 3800

ORCHARD HILLS METROPOLITAN RECREATION AND PARK

DISTRICT

By: /s/ Katie Stahl, Designated Election Official

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Legal # 11151

NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF REGULAR ELECTION AND CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS BY THE DESIGNATED ELECTION OFFICIAL SOUTHGATE SANITATION DISTRICT AND SOUTHGATE WATER DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Southgate Sanitation District and the Southgate Water District of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, 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 write-in candidates; therefore, the regular election to be held on May 2, 2023, is hereby canceled pursuant to Sections 1-13.5-513(6), C.R.S. The following candidates are hereby declared elected:

John Spisak to a 4-year term until May, 2027

Alan Ridgeway to a 4-year term until May, 2027

Rod Gallegos to a 4-year term until May, 2027

Contact Person for the District:......................................Russell W. Dykstra

District Address:.......................................................c/o Spencer Fane LLP ..............................................................1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2000 .........................................................................Denver, Colorado 80203

District Telephone Number: ..............................................(303) 839 - 3800

SOUTHGATE SANITATION DISTRICT AND SOUTHGATE WATER DISTRICT

By: /s/ Katie Stahl, Designated Election Official

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Legal # 11152

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

GLENDALE COURTS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, will hold a Public Hearing at Glendale City Hall, 950 South Birch Street, Glendale, Colorado, in the Courtroom/Council Chambers on the first floor, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 concerning the following ordinances:

CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 2 SERIES OF 2023 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, REVISING THE WATER CONNECTION FEES OF THE WASTEWATER ENTERPRISE

Copies of the ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours.

Dated the 5th day of April, 2023

City of Glendale, Colorado Veronica Marvin, City Clerk

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Published: April 13, 2023 Legal # 11145

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, will hold a Public Hearing at Glendale City Hall, 950 South Birch Street, Glendale, Colorado, in the Courtroom/Council Chambers on the first floor, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 concerning the following ordinances: CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO

ORDINANCE NO. 3 SERIES OF 2023 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO, REVISING THE SEWER CONNECTION FEES OF THE WASTEWATER ENTERPRISE

Copies of the ordinance is on file at the office of the City Clerk and may be inspected during regular business hours.

Dated the 5th day of April, 2023 City of Glendale, Colorado Veronica Marvin, City Clerk

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Legal # 11153

DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 So. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of: ISABELLA VINCIONI, Child, and concerning DESIRAY VINCIONI, JOHN DOE, JOSHUA DYKHUIZEN, WYATT GRIFFIS, KAYLEN ECHOLS, AND JON WEISE AKA JONATHAN WEISE, Respondents.

Sarah Simchowitz, Esq. #44809 Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 PH: 303.636.1308 Case No. 22JV318 Division 34

NOTICE OF CONTINUED INITIAL HEARING~ APRIL 27, 2023 AT 4:00 PM

TO THE RESPONDENTS:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the above captioned matter has been set for a CONTINUED INITIAL HEARING on April 27, 2023, at the hour of 4:00 P.M., in Division 34, at the Arapahoe County Justice Center, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. The Court requests that you to be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin, in order for you to discuss the case with an attorney and/or caseworker, if you wish to do so.

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-Div34

•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 408 0614 then press #, # (no attendee ID is needed).

YOU ARE FURTHER COMMANDED to appear before the Court in person at said time and place. Failure to appear may result in the issuance of a bench warrant by the Court. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing.

Date: April 5, 2023

Kiley Schaumleffel, Reg. #46107

Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012

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Legal # 11140

DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of:

LANH-MAI DEWEY, Child, and concerning CANDICE TETRAN AKA CANDICE HENDERSON AND SHANE DEWEY, Respondents.

Erinn Walz, Reg. #43200 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive, Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: (303) 636-1821 / Fax: (303) 636-1889 Case No: 22JV437 Division: 22

NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding Respondent, SHANE DEWEY, is set for MAY 1, 2023 at 3:00 P.M. in Division 22 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.

The Arapahoe County District Court is holding this hearing 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 Cisco WebEx Meetings. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin.

Date: March 31, 2023

Erinn Walz, Esq. #43200

Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner

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Legal # 11141

DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone

PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of:

JAZZMAN HARRIS and KENNETH MOORE JR., Children, and concerning CARLA HARRIS, JAMES HARRIS, and KENNETH MOORE SR., Respondents.

Erinn Walz, Reg. #43200

Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive, Aurora, CO 80012

Tel: (303) 636-1821 / Fax: (303) 636-1889

Case No: 22JV412

Division: 22

NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding Respondent, JAMES HARRIS, is set for MAY 8, 2023 at 2:30 P.M. in Division 22 at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.

The Arapahoe County District Court is holding this hearing 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 Cisco WebEx Meetings. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin.

Date: April 5, 2023

Erinn Walz, Esq. #43200

Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner

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Legal # 11142

DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO In the Interest of:

ADITI HAVISER and ARYAN HAVISER, Children, and concerning RADHIKA BALA and BRYAN HAVISER, Respondents.

Erinn Walz, Reg. #43200

Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner 14980 East Alameda Drive, Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: (303) 636-1821 / Fax: (303) 636-1889

Case No: 22JV486 Division: 22

NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding Respondent, BRYAN HAVISER, is set for MAY 1, 2023 at 9:00 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, the People of the State of Colorado, will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.

The Arapahoe County District Court is holding this hearing 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 Cisco WebEx Meetings. If you elect to appear in person, you must be at the Courthouse a half hour before the hearing is scheduled to begin.

Date: March 31, 2023

Erinn Walz, Esq. #43200

Assistant County Attorney Attorney for Petitioner

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Legal # 11143 DISTRICT

CANCER LEAGUE OF COLORADO MEMBERSHIP MEETING

APRIL 13, 4-7 p.m. Current and potential CLC members to tour the research dept. at Univ. of Colorado Cancer Center. Speaker -Dr. Chris Lieu. RSVP to receive parking voucher. 6-7 p.m. CLC general membership meeting to vote on the proposed slate of officers, nominating committee and funds allocation committee. info@cancerleague.org

DENVER AREA PANHELLENIC PRESENTS 6TH ANNUAL WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

APRIL 15, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Cherry Hills Village Center, 2450 E. Quincy Ave., Cherry Hills Village. Speakers: Marti Whitmore, Meredith Melinder, PhD; March Fields, Brook Hengst, Maggie Morrissey. $25 includes catered lunch, door prizes, raffles, silent auction and five vendors. Reservations & Info: www. denverareapanhellenic.org or 303-5964594 or dr.olinga@me.com

SOUTH SUBURBAN PARKS & RECREATION CANDIDATE FORUM

APRIL 15, 10 a.m. in the Board Room at the South Suburban Sports Complex. Six individuals have filed as candidates for Board of Directors positions in South Suburban’s May 2 election. Questions: email elections@ssprd.org or call 303-483-7011.

FENTANYL, POT, AND MAGIC MUSHROOMS WHAT’S ALL THE HYPE?

APRIL 15, 10 a.m. Guest Speaker Clinton Whatleyl, Arapahoe County Public Health, Harm Reduction Program Manager to speaker at the Aurora Republican Forum at Heather Gardens Clubhouse, 2888 S. Heather Gardens Way, Aurora - in the Aspen Room. Info: Joy Hoffman, president@aurorarepublicanforum. com

CENTRAL CITY OPERA THEATRE OF DREAMS GALA “SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE’ APRIL 21

Central City Opera toasts its 91st anniversary at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Cocktail hour, gourmet dinner, entertainment from the cast of this year’s festival production of “Kiss Me Kate.”Tickets at Centralcity opera. org/gala. Nancy Parker is the honoree and the Gala Chair is Susan Stiff. Cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7:30 p.m. and program honoring Nancy S. Parker for her 40-plus years of devotion to Central City Opera’s artistic excellence. 303-292-6700.

FRIENDS OF NURSING TO AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS APRIL 22

$100K in scholarships to be awarded at their Spring Luncheon at Columbine Country Club. Students from all 9 Universities with nursing programs will receive scholarship awards. A special thanks with a heart of gratitude to Greta Pollard, Founder and outgoing President, for her years of service and generous financial support. The awards this April bring the scholarship total to over 2 MILLION since FON’s founding in 1981.

Request an invitation to the April luncheon by calling President-Elect Melanie Wallace: 303-346-8573.

WHAT’S NEW?

Dr. Judith Briles, the Book Shepherd, has published book #43 - “The Author’s Walk-Finding and Using Your Voice to Create Publishing Success.”The book that Judith wishes she had when she first started writing. Book signings and events April 22 at BNColorado Blvd. and April 23 at BN Southlands. This Aurora resident has been honored with 47 book awards. Info: 303-885-2207.

MENTAL HEALH SYMPOSIUM AND STATE OF THE STATE LUNCHEON

APRIL 28, presented by Rotary Club of Denver Southeast, Rotarians for Mental Health and Rotary District 5450. Symposium open and free to the public 8:30 a.m. - 11:30

a.m. Luncheon 11:30 a.m. open to the publicfeaturing Colorado DA Phil Weiser and awardwinning author and journalist Sam Quinones speaking about fentanyl and the border crisis. Emcee- Kim Christiansen, 9NEWS. Cost is $80. Register: www.sos.dserotary.com

STORIES OF HOPE - THE KEMPE

EXPERIENCE

APRIL 28, 5:30 p.m. Join for the largest fundraising event of the year. Dinner, drinks, auction, awards, & entertainment. Infinity Park Center, 4400 E. Kentucky Ave., Glendale.

Dress: Cocktail Attire. Event honorees: Imhoff Family Community Award - Yvonne Camacho, Financial Executive & Community Advocate/ Board Member. Kempe Professional Award - Antonia Chiesa, MD - Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Kempe Director of Integrated Healthcare Operations & Services and Child Protection Team. RSVP: 303-864-5300.

SPRING INTO ACTION GALA

APRIL 29 at Glenmoor Country Club at 6 p.m.

Event Chairs: Ed & Amy Venerable. Benefiting FullCircle - A local non-profit that focuses on helping youth gain susbriety and take back a life that can be filled with good mental and physical health and happiness. Let’s give our young adults the opportunity to turn their life around! Tickets: http://fullcircleprogram. ejoinme.org/springintoaction Full Circle Info: www.fullcircleprogram.com

SOUTH METRO CHAMBER ANNUAL TANK EVENT FOR NONPROFITS

MAY 3 4:30-7:30 p.m. Lone Tree Arts Center. Info: 303-795-0142 or info@bestchamber. com

SPRING WINE & CHALK ART FESTIVAL

MAY 13 & 14. Sponsored by Arapahoe County. Sample wines from 15+ Colorado wineries, watch chalk artists bring their masterpieces to life, enjoy live music and entertainment. $10 discount for the first 300 tickets sold! 21+ over only, tickets at arapahoecountyeventcenter.com.

ART WINE & DESIGN FUNDRAISER

MAY 18, 6:30-9:00 p.m. To raise funds

for ACC’s Art & Design programs and ACC Foundation general scholarships. Location: Art & Design Complex, 2400 W. Alamo Ave., Littleton. Registration required to attend. 303-797-4222.

VETERANS MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE

MAY 27 FROM 10 a.m. - noon. Honoring Colorado Fallen & Gold Star Families with Special Recognition of Vietnam War. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Paris Peace Accords. Bethany Lutheran Church, 4500 E. Hampden Ave., Cherry Hills Village.

ARAPAHOE COUNTY STATE OF THE COUNTY

JUNE 7, 7:30-10 a.m. Arapahoe County Fairgrounds and Park.

CENTENNIAL ARTS AND CULTURAL FOUNDATION CALLING ALL ARTISTS AND JURORS

For the Centennial Traffic Box Wrap project. Call for entry is open until May 14 for any local artists interested in participating. Artists will be awarded $2,000 if their entry is selected. Volunteers in the art selection process needed. Sign-up by May 1 to participate as a judge. Info: hello@centennialart.org or contact Kathy@centennial-art.org

WESTERN CONSERVATIVE SUMMIT

JUNE 9-10 at Colorado Convention CenterDenver. For tickets, sponsorship, and exhibit info., visit WesternConservativeSummit.com

Early Bird registration ends Mon., April 17 Call 1-866-455-8500.

SOUTH METRO CHAMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT

JUNE 12, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Meridian Golf Club. Registration now open. Info: 303-795-0142.

SAVE THE DATE - CANCER LEAGUE OF COLORADO ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

JUNE 19, 2023, The Ridge at Castle Pines North.

ART SMART SUMMER

June 26-July 24. The Children’s Art School invites young artists to a summer of creative discoveries. Three hour morning and afternoon sessions at 2290 South Clayton St. in the University Park neighborhood. Info: visit www.artcreates.org

COLORADO UPLIFT KIDS NEED HELP

The Guild is asking for support for 55 kiddos in need of some basic hygiene items. Click on https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/10COA4BA4AD29A6F94-tween for details.

“WHAT’S NEW? CHERRY HILLS GARDEN & HOBBY CLUB SEEKING MEMBERS

In existence for 60 years to serve Cherry Hills Village residents and has expanded to include Greenwood Village residents. Programs cover a variety of topics from antiques to zinnias and include a holiday luncheon. Dues - $35/year. Meetings held March - Dec. on the fourth Tues. of each month from 10 a.lm. -noon in members’ homes. Please attend a meeting as a guest. Info: Wendy, 303-803-0512.

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Agricultural Garages And More!

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NAMED CHILDREN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COLORADO CHILDREN’S CODE. 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 the hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and terminate your parental rights as to the above named children, in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code.

Dated: April 6, 2023

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Published: April 13, 2023

Legal # 11144

Why God made libraries

We have two bookcases in our home organized carefully using the home library version of the Dewey Decimal System: They’re arranged by book size. It’s not always easy to locate what you’re looking for, but it does look really pretty.

We have a third bookcase hidden away in our office where our guests won’t see it and judge us harshly. It doesn’t look pretty at all. There are books sticking out every which way, books on top of it and a stack of books growing up from the floor beside it. I’ve organized this one using what I call the Dewey Decimated System which I created to overcome the main obstacle presented by bookcases made of wood: they don’t stretch—much. The shelves are slightly bowed though.

The bookcase in my office contains the books I plan to read someday and there are a lot of those. In fact there are more than would fit in my bookcase even if it did stretch. Maybe you’re thinking I should just get another bookcase. I can’t. My office doesn’t stretch either.

Or maybe you’re thinking I should part with some of my books. I can’t do

that either. That’s because I have a certain weakness.

Actually I have more than one, but I’ll save the rest for another time. Some people smoke. Some people drink. I read. And one of the genres I like to read the most is mystery. Once I find a mystery author I like, I’m compelled to read not only every book in any series they’ve published, I must read them in the order they wrote them. So along with a lot of nonmysteries, the bookcase in my office has dozens of mysteries I’ve acquired that I can’t read yet because I haven’t read the ones that come before them. Unfortunately I don’t have room for the ones that come before them because, as we’ve already established, my bookcase doesn’t stretch.

And that, my friends, is why God made libraries—to store mystery series until I get around to reading them all in the order in which they were written. Oh, and they have other books too. In fact, not only do they have practically any book you’re interested in reading, it’s easy to find it because they don’t organize their books by size. The shelves still look really

nice though.

This is all a long way to explain why I’ll be celebrating National Library Week April 23-29 with a good book or two— just like I do every other week. Maybe I’ll have cake and ice cream to make it extra special.

April is a big month for libraries. It’s National School Library Month plus National School Librarian Day is April 4 and National Librarian Day is April 16. What are libraries without librarians? If you ask me, appreciation for librarians is long overdue. Sorry.

Seriously, if I worked in a library, I’d be tempted to hide in the corner, and read all day. A customer would come by and ask me for help and I’d say, “Can’t you see I’m busy?” Librarians never do that.

By the way, I did come across one more library holiday in my research. But National Library Card Sign-Up Month isn’t until September. A library card is a handy thing to have if, like me, you don’t have bookcases that stretch. And I bet they wouldn’t make you wait until September to get one.

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Passive-aggressive behavior

Recently, I have been hearing several people refer to someone as being passive-aggressive. Exploring this, I realized how common it is. To define this more clearly, passivity is described as not caring or letting things go. Aggressiveness is the opposite of passive, as one is ready to fight and defend. Someone who utilizes passive-aggression does not express negative feelings directly. Though they feel angry, resentful, or frustrated, they act neutral, pleasant, or even cheerful. Then they find indirect ways to show how they really feel through sarcasm, getting even, or angry outbursts. An example might

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be if one asked their partner or coworker to do something, they might say, ‘Sure, I will be happy to!” but they will complain, feel put upon, become angry and distressed as they are completing the requested task. Another example could take the tactic of sabotage. If a friend, loved one, or colleague revealed they were trying to lose weight, a passive-aggressive person might bring a cake or sweets home or to the office. If you find yourself behaving like this, it could damage your personal and professional relationships.

There are red flags that someone you know is being passive-aggressive. You

declare that you are going to be late, and your partner intentionally slows down. A colleague or family member resents instruction, complains, and stomps around, but eventually does what they are told. Someone who delays finishing a task that someone else requested, makes intentional mistakes, and gets the task done just under the deadline might be behaving in a passive-aggressive way. Some examples of passive-aggressive phrases are: “I am not mad.” “Whatever.” “I am coming!” I have no idea what you are talking about.” “Why are you getting so upset?”

This behavior emanates from anger, frustration, and displeasure which are normal, even healthy emotions. Peo-

ple who rely on passive-aggression rather than direct communication to show these emotions often grew up in a family where that behavior was modeled. It might not have felt safe for them to directly express their feelings as a child. Individuals can also pick up this behavior as adults. They may act this way because it helps them get what they want or may do it to avoid confrontation.

Many don’t realize they’re being passive-aggressive. The behavior may feel “normal”. They might think it is the best way to avoid hurting someone’s feelings or to prevent something bad from happening, like losing their job.

If the passive-aggression of a friend, family member, or colleague is obvious and you

want to address it, try being direct about what you want or need. Let them know that you are seeing a pattern of this passive- aggressive behavior and give them examples using “I” statements. For example, “When I ask you to do something, you do it, but I sense a level of anger and resentment. Or, “When I tell you we are running late, you appear to slow down.” Or “If I ask you to change something you are doing, you take it as a personal attack.” According to behavioral therapists, the best way to put an end to this unproductive behavior is to call attention to it in a kind way. Model honesty and direct communication and make it emotionally safe for them to do the same. joneen@my relationshipcenter.org