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Marjorie Park reopens after 2 year renovation The park, co-founded by John Madden Jr., Marjorie Madden and daughter Cynthia Madden Leitner, is a primary venue for Museum of Outdoor Arts
Photos by Lisa J. Shultz.
The Mad Tea Party by Harry Marinsky, 1994 Bronze BY LISA J. SHULTZ
arjorie Park is located at 6331 S. Fiddlers Green Circle in Greenwood Village. After being closed for two years of renovation, the park just had their grand re-opening June 12. The museum was co-founded by John Madden Jr., Marjorie Madden and daughter Cynthia Madden Leitner in 1981. Marjorie Park is a primary venue of the Museum of Outdoor Arts. This outdoor museum exhibits over
forty artworks and is available for self-guided and guided tours. When I arrived, I received a brochure and map with a dial-in audio tour. Each sculpture had a number, and when dialed, I could hear about the piece and the artist. The space can be rented for private and corporate events and also serves as the VIP entrance and amenity for those attending concerts at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre.
Old Father William by Harry Marinsky, 1994 Bronze
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GV agrees to get Landmark out of the Marin Metropolitan District BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
The CityB of Greenwood Village gave its permission for the Marin Metropolitan District (the District) to be formed in 2007, including approving it to sell quasi-governmental tax-free bonds totaling $31,485,000 to finance the construction of infrastructure for the European Village, a residential development that was supposed to be built at 5555 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard in Greenwood Village. The bonds were issued and purchased by Colorado Bondshares, a tax-exempt fund. Facts later revealed that the city was given fraudulent representations regarding the inclusion of residents of the Landmark Towers in the District. The European Village was never built because the principal of the developer, Zach Davidson, converted somewhere between $7 million and $8 million of the bond proceeds to his personal use and when he was indicted for the crime in 2013, he committed suicide. After countless lawsuits, in September 2020, a final order and judgment was entered confirming
that Landmark Towers’ residents had no liability for any taxes levied by or any debts incurred by the District. On June 7, Paul Oberman and Richard Nathan, Landmark residents representing its HOA, asked the GV city council to initiate the legal process provided under state law to have the Landmark Towers removed from the Marin Metropolitan District entirely. Nathan told the council, “The reason we’ve petitioned you here to exclude us (The Landmark) from the District…is that it started here in 2007, and the Court of Appeals… in May of 2018… (said) that there was a fraud on Greenwood Village…in what was done here in 2007… As a result, the tax obligations of the people in The Landmark were permanently enjoined...We have no business being in the district, and we are asking you to let us out.” Attorneys Kim Seter and John Walsh appeared at the city council meeting remotely on behalf of Century at Landmark, LLC which owns the 11.4-acre property at 5555 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, just south of the Landmark Towers. Century bought that
land on March 16, 2016 for $11 million, hoping to build luxury townhomes on it. In 2018, when the property was still bare and no development had been approved, the Greenwood Village City Council changed the city’s comprehensive plan to say that residential development in that location “will be discouraged” if it “exceeds on average four dwelling units per acre.” In the fall of 2019, plans were announced to build a high-end assisted and independent living facility for senior citizens at the location, which GV believed fit the goals of its comprehensive plan. That project got as far as a community meeting on November 19, 2019 before the developer decided not to go forward with the project. No plans have been announced since then for the property. Seter argued against excluding the Landmark Towers from the district because it would leave the Century property as the only taxpayer available to pay the District’s liabilities. In his opinion, it would be better for everyone if the city and Landmark worked with Century to get the District’s debt to Colora-
do Bondshares resolved. A certified shareholders report filed by Colorado Bondshares with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the year ended September 30, 2020 says that the outstanding principal due from the District is $17,485,000, but the actual value of the debt is $1,573,650 and no interest is being accrued on it Seter’s argument fell on deaf ears and the city council voted unanimously to approve Landmark’s request when GV City Attorney Tonya Haas-Davidson told the council that there was no legal reason for Landmark to remain in the district because “they can’t be taxed, there are no services being provided (by the District), they should be excluded,” and it was proper for the city to petition the court on Landmark’s behalf. One of the unusual traits of a metropolitan district in Colorado is that it must be approved by the elected officials where it’s located, usually a city council, even though the city bears no responsibility for the debts of the district or any of its actions. Metropolitan districts are commonly used to allow a developer to borrow money
by selling tax-free quasi-governmental bonds to finance the construction of the infrastructure (streets, water, sewer, utilities, etc.) in a new development. The debt is repaid over time by the residents of the metro district through property tax levies. While some would argue that the cost of infrastructure should be borne by the developer, not the people who buy homes in the development, this arrangement has become common in Colorado and gone virtually unnoticed, or at least not understood, for many years. A series of articles in the Denver Post starting in 2019 about metro districts provided disturbing examples of how residents, who are usually unaware when they buy homes in a new development that has a metro district, can get stuck financially if the district, which is usually controlled by the developer, is unable to meet its financial obligations on its bonds. The series of articles drew attention to the long history of poor disclosure and the lack of accountability for metro districts when things go wrong. fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
UpWest to open 6th location this year, will be located at Park Meadows Columbus-based, national DTC retailer, UpWest, will be opening a store location at Park Meadows on July 2. To celebrate the grand opening, the entire store will be 20% off from July 2 – 11, 2021. Plus, they will be donating 100% of proceeds from opening weekend to local non-profit, We Don’t Waste. UpWest is
excited to give back to the local community by working with a local non-profit. UpWest will also be donating $1 for every email signup received in store to We Don’t Waste. Can we think of a better reason to shop? A sale? And your purchase will be going back to your own community? Jamie Schisler, SVP of
UpWest, says “We have identified the Denver area as a strong digital market for the UpWest brand. We are excited to be opening our first Colorado store to bring the UpWest store experience to the area.” Come help UpWest celebrate and stock up on all your summer fashion essentials!
mindful men and women. They strive to bring comfort to customers daily lives through content, commerce and community. Through their Comfort for Good initiative, UpWest aims to positively impact people and planet with the choices they make in giving back to those in need and in sustainability efforts. For more information visit UpWest.com and follow along on Instagram @Go_UpWest.
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Denver Zoo opens new sloth habitat
Few species at Denver Zoo have captivated guests’ attention and adoration as much as its Linne’s two-toed sloth family. Charlotte Elliot and their offspring—including the world-famous Wookiee—are among the Zoo’s most asked-about and sought-after species. The pair are now being reunited in a new habitat after more than two years living in separate quarters following the closure of Bird World in 2019. Located in Tropical Discovery on the east end of the Zoo’s 80acre campus, the new exhibit is designed to give Charlotte and Elliot the space and features they need to live their best lives, and provide guests with a unique vantage point on the slow, docile animals. Tropical Discovery’s high, sky-lit ceilings provide a bright, sunny backdrop for the soaring 22-foot sloth tree, with branches bathed in natural light. With the main guest path snaking
around it, this central feature will draw guests’ eyes up to reaching branches and twisting vines and ropes as they walk 360 degrees around the habitat—searching the treetops for mossy, slow-moving bundles of fur. While Charlotte and will Elliot spend their days in their new treetop home, Wookiee will continue to inspire guests as an Animal Ambassador and star of one of the Zoo’s Up-Close Looks. Linne’s two-toed sloths, which are also known as the Linnaeus’s two-toed sloth or southern two-toed sloth, are found in the rainforests of South America, primarily in Venezuela, Columbia, Ecuador, Peru and Brazil. Linne’s are among two types of sloths— two-toed and three-toed—and six different species, including the pygmy three-toed, maned, pale-throated, brown-throated, and Hoffman’s. Although the Linnaeus’s two-toed is not currently considered threatened, two other species, the pygmy three-toed and maned, are critically-endangered and vulnerable, respectively. For more information, visit DenverZoo.org.
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The alchemist project The Alchemist, a quirky little novella from Paulo Cohelo, is the perfect self-help book for high school students because it comes in the form of a readable parable, and the narrative helps to disguise the preachy nature of books designed to help teens find themselves and their way in the world. For many years I have used this book with my high school juniors as a fun yet engaging diversion in the middle of what can be their most intense year of schooling. The book tells the story of Santiago, a young shepherd in Andalusia, who sets out on a journey to see the pyramids after he has a strange dream about buried treasure. The story actually becomes more of a search for himself, as the people he meets along the way guide him into numerous life-changing decisions. He learns that his journey is actually in search of a different kind of treasure, his personal legend, which is his true purpose in life. For the book to truly resonate with kids, I’ve found it’s helpful to move beyond just reading and discussing the events of Santiago’s journey. Crafting activities around the ideas of the book can more effectively engage the students in their own journey and quest to discover their own personal legend. The lessons I build around the reading of the novel become what I call the “Alchemist Project,” which is actually a multi-genre research project about themselves. In a variety of activities I ask students to honestly answer some tough questions meant to elicit some genuine moments of self reflection; for, the goal of this book and project is for students to figure out, not simply what they want to do, but who they really are. They try to determine what they value most and what they can live with and without. They will ultimately create a portfolio which may include poems and paragraphs, lists and pictures, slide shows and songs. One year a student even created a puppet show. As part of the supplemental activities, I use an engaging TED talk, featuring Mike Rowe of the Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs.” Rowe has some fascinating bits of advice and insight for students about the things he got wrong in life on his way to adulthood. Most importantly, he ponders the possibility that “follow your passion” might be the worst advice he ever got. I advise my students that in Rowe’s view some people should follow their passion, some should follow their skills, and some should just follow the market. The goal is to figure out which one they are.
We also read and discuss related columns and stories such as a girl from Jean Twenge’s book The Ambitious Generation who was quite adept at getting into college, but not so clear on why she was going in the first place. Other
materials include a David Brooks op-ed on institutional thinking called “What Life Asks of Us,” and also a Robert Fulghum essay about a girl who was “sitting on her ticket.” These pieces have a way of motivating them to think
critically about themselves. Perhaps the most interesting and engaging of the tasks is for students to complete an extensive analysis of their “Imaginary Lives,” which gives them a chance to dream, wonder, and ultimately try to see themselves in a future. I always conclude our unit by showing a short clip of Randy Pausch, the Carnegie Mellon professor known for his Last Lecture, a speech he gave before passing away from cancer at a young age. His YouTube speech and subsequent book are quite inspiring, and he also gave a shortened version on an episode of Oprah. Pausch’s lessons connect well with the story of The Alchemist. While Coehlo’s book says “The universe conspires to help you
achieve your personal legend,” Randy Pausch posits “If you are living correctly, your dreams will come to you.” Ultimately, The Alchemist is a meaningful book for high school students as they seek to figure out just who they are and where they are going in life. Students sometimes dismiss the book as a little silly and contrived, and honestly it probably is. But even the most hardened student finds something useful in our Alchemist Project. Reading The Alchemist is the perfect nudge toward finding your own personal legend. So, check out Santiago’s fabled journey, and perhaps use it to guide you on your own pursuit of your personal legend. Michael P. Mazenko is a writer, educator, & school administrator in Greenwood Village. He blogs at A Teacher’s View and can be found on Twitter @mmazenko. You can email him at mmazenko @gmail.com
The story actually becomes more of a search for himself, as the people he meets along the way guide him into numerous life-changing decisions. He learns that his journey is actually in search of a different kind of treasure, his personal legend, which is his true purpose in life.
ARAPAHOE COUNTY C NVERSATIONS Volunteer for the Arapahoe County Fair! Sign up with family, snag your bestie or bring coworkers. Hundreds of volunteers are needed. You’ll have a blast AND get admission to the Fair on the day of your shift, plus a cool T-Shirt. Visit arapahoecountyfair.com/volunteer Movie night under the stars Pictures on the Plains, sponsored by Michelob Ultra and E470, is back at the Fairgrounds by popular demand for a second year in a row! Tickets are now on sale for June 16 The Croods: A New Age and June 30: Men in Black. Join us for a pre-movie concert and a feature film under the stars! Tickets ($5) at arapahoecountyfair.com/picturesontheplains. Thank you for your service; how can the County assist you? The Arapahoe County Veteran Services Office helps veterans access their benefits. Our Service Officers are veterans themselves, and they have the experience to connect veterans to a wide range of services. A NEW office recently opened in Aurora near the Veterans Administration Hospital. Visit arapahoegov.com/veterans
What’s our quilty pleasure? Calling all creatives, gardeners, and makers! Have you discovered (or rediscovered) a new skill? Maybe you’ve developed a green thumb in the garden, or perfected the art of knitting or quilting. You can now enter your best work in the 2021 Public Competitions at the Arapahoe County Fair. You’ll have the chance to win ribbons, prizes and bragging rights that last all year. Entries will be on display from July 22-25 for fairgoers to enjoy. Our adult and youth competitions comprise more than 100 entry categories! Download the guidelines at arapahoecountyfair.com/publiccompetitions.
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Newspapers record history as it happens
It is becoming lonely in the newspaper industry for local ownership. Newspapers started being purchased by chains back in the 1970s. They were profitable, especially the family-owned newspapers that grew as their cities prospered and thrived with growing populations. Massive newspaper fortunes were accumulated by famous owners like Randolph Hearst. Dean Singleton became one of the major newspaper owners in America. He should, and will go down in history, as the most successful and historic newspaper owner in Colorado newspaper history. No one comes even close to his rise in the industry and presidencies of The National Newspaper Association and The Associated Press. He traveled to Russia to bring press freedoms to the former USSR. At the peak of his career he owned in the vicinity of 160 publications, many of them major U.S. newspapers, including The Denver Post and The Salt Lake Tribune.
I once traveled with him to a Nebraska football game in his private jet plane. He was wealthy, healthy, and wise and had not been diagnosed with MS. This dread disease attempted to slow his newspaper pace, but Dean pressed onward. Even from a wheelchair he operated his newspapers successfully until the world started to change. Newspapers started to decline because of a faltering economy and the rise of social media, Craig’s list, and the Internet. The Denver Post won the newspaper war with the Cincinnati, OH Scripts/Howard chain bowing out of The Rocky Mountain News. The outgoing publisher at the Rocky told me that Singleton “moved fast” while he waited for decisions from the Ohio home office. He proclaimed, “He just beat us.” Scripts didn’t have to close The Rocky, but chains look at the bottom line. At that point in time I subscribed to the newspaper for $4 a year. I offered
to purchase two years but was turned away. The trend to profitability engulfed the newspaper industry and Singleton, because of illness and a challenging economy, he retired from his newspapers and sold them to Alden Capital, a New York Hedge Fund. He kept his Alaska newspapers, recently selling them. The new owners of The Denver Post lived up to their reputation of cutting news staffs. They sold the downtown building and reduced staff by wide margins to regain profitability, achieving that goal. Contrary to rumor, and hit hard by COVID-19, The Denver Post is surviving and making a profit. They are not going anywhere, at least not soon, as Alden Capital just purchased The Tribune’s vast newspaper chain for around $630 million. The Denver Post now has some major partners and apparently deep pockets. Now, we have the entry of Phil Anschutz’s Denver Gazette, an all- digital publication that is doing excellent reporting in
Denver as a moderate publication in a very progressive leftist atmosphere. Their major newspaper is The Colorado Springs Gazette Telegraph printed in Denver by The Denver Post. (It’s becoming a confusing picture.) The former Denver Post beleaguered staff started a non-profit Colorado Sun where this talented group of writers have gone forth with their digital only newspaper for several years. It has not been a financial success to date and in a recent public TV video lamented their financial stress. But, coming on the scene, an unknown non-profit called The National Trust for Local News has bankrolled The Colorado Sun and together have recently purchased 24 suburban newspapers from the Healey family. That includes area newspapers such as The Littleton Independent, Highlands Ranch Herald, Lone Tree Voice, Douglas County News-Press and 20 others. Operating a newspaper is hard, dedicated work. My family Continued on page 5
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Driving around the county I have never seen the grass so green and so tall this early in the year. Also take a look at the trees, how green and gorgeous the leaves and branches have become. Those tree growth rings will show no drought in the metro area in 2021. *** I can now walk into almost every building without wearing a mask. The door signs have changed, simply stating, if you’ve been vaccinated you may enter, otherwise, wear a mask. Even having been vaccinated I still wear a mask when entering an assisted living facility out of courtesy and respect. COVID-19 is still around and is a very deadly and serious disease. While I didn’t like receiving the two Pfizer shots it gives those of us vaccinated a certain sense of safety. Also, I think for future travel, foreign or domestic, a shot card may be required. Many foreign countries may require proof of vaccination to obtain a visa. Our 80-year-old Villager office manager B.T. Galloway who also wrote a weekly baseball column is still ill at a facility in Ft. Collins. He was on vacation in late March when he contracted COVID-19, stayed at home in bed for a week without medical treatment, and finally was rushed to Swedish Hospital. There, he suffered a stroke and pneumonia, all stemming from COVID-19. So, this
is a lethal challenge and something that will make the history books. I would never have thought that through this crisis the major shortage would be toilet paper, along with sanitizing chemicals. There have been many heroes who have risked their health and lives to supply medical treatment, food, transportation, emergency care, and law enforcement for our country. Many businesses are hanging on by a thread, some assisted by payroll PPP funds, but many small businesses have very few employees. We’ve stated it many times, shop near your homes, support local business firms, whenever, and wherever that you possibly can. It feels good to see crowds again, enjoy lunches with friends, and feel America healing and starting to recover on this long road forward. *** Our great Chamber of Commerce organizations are stepping up and resuming seminars and business sessions. It’s time to rejoin and renew memberships in city and countywide business groups. Littleton businesses have resumed their Friday night and weekend events with later hours and entertainment. Bessie’s Hope is having a virtual gala June 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Adrienne Ruston Fitzgibbons is being honored with the Community Angel
Award. 720-333-3825 www. bessieshoe.org Belleview Station is launching their farmer’s market events. The Paris Flea market over on Santa Fe is back again for the summer. Many events are now back. You can see a list of upcoming activities compiled weekly in The Villager. The Englewood Chamber recently had a live 35th anniversary awards event that covered both 2019 and 2020 business award winners. See the award page in this edition. *** I had the pleasure of having lunch with John Madden Jr. at one of his favorite restaurants, Del Frisco’s, last Monday. He, and his administrative assistant, Kathie Mason and I enjoyed the luncheon specials. The “Del” is under new ownership and the food and service were excellent. We visited with manager Chris Maness during the lunch. John is back for the summer and has been participating in the reopening of the renovated Marjorie Park, named in honor of his late wife Marjorie. The Park is now open with over 40 art exhibits from the Madden collection. - See photos on page 16. During John’s ongoing career he has developed many of the outstanding commercial buildings West of I-25, including Fiddler’s Green and The Greenwood Athletic Club. Welcome home John! *** We note with sadness the death of a Cherry Hills iconic figure Nancy Petrie. She and her husband Nick have been
major players in Metro Denver for many years. Both highly engaged in non-profits and especially leaders in the growth and development of the National Western Stock Show. Her funeral services were held this week. *** Tom Tesone, son of Cherry Creek award winning football coach Fred Tesone and wife Lois passed away June 8 at the age of 66. Tom was their oldest son and was awarded the “Golden Helmet” award in 1972 while playing football as quarterback for his dad at Cherry Creek high school. His funeral service was held in Greeley June 13. Info: www. InMemoriamServices.com *** And lastly, the reported death of ex-Arapahoe County Sheriff Patrick Sullivan, 78 who died May 1. Many people knew Pat for decades and the jail is named after the renowned sheriff. After retirement he fell into drugs and darker activities tarnishing his stellar law enforcement career. No further details available. *** A memorial service was held at The Denver Country Club for longtime business leader Donald Ringsby. Over 300 friends and family attended the event. Don was very active in the Colorado Consular Corp. Immediate past Consul Dean Debbie Palmieri has written a tribute to him in this week’s Villager. ***
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Reverend Martin Niemoller “In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a Jew. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a trade unionist. Then they came for the Catholics, and I didn’t speak up because I was a Protestant. Then they came for me and by that time there was no one left to speak for me!”
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Donald Peterson, Sweden, Dean of the Colorado Consular Corp, Karen Ringsby, Debbie Palmieri, Russia, immediate past Consular Corp Dean, and Nicaragua, honorary consul Dr. Bronwyn Bateman.
ventures. The presentations were greatly appreciated by the guests who remembered their own fond times with Don. Don’s professional career ran parallel with the golden years of American business and social life. He assumed presidency of the family business Ringsby Truck Lines in 1977 and served as Chairman and CEO from 1981 until the company was sold in 1986. The Ringsby family purchased Aspen Airways in 1963 and Don was President and Chairman of the Board of Aspen Airways, Inc. from 1981 to 1990 when he sold the business. From 1981 to 2007, he served as Chairman, CEO and president of Ringsby Terminals. The street, Ringsby Court in River North Art District just south of the juncture of I-25 and I-70 is named after the Ringsby family. His dad, Bill was one of the early leaders of the efforts to bring professional basketball to Denver, and that’s how the family gained a majority ownership stake in the Denver Rockets. The Rockets were named after the slogan of the Ringsby Trucking company and the uniforms took on the orange and black colors of the Ringsby Rockets trucking service. Don was an example of an American success story, and he always dearly loved the country that made so much possible for him and his family. He was a native of Denver and enjoyed homes in Savannah and Aspen. Don was a generous philanthropist and made significant gifts to his alma mater the University of Colorado at Boulder. He served on many boards of many business and charitable causes, including Young President’s Organization, the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the YPO, Columbus Energy Co., Colorado Uplift and the Investment Committee of the University of Colorado Foundation. He belonged to many clubs, such as the Wigwam Club near Deckers, the Big Horn Club in Montana, the Denver Country Club, Savannah Golf Club and Savannah Harbor Club. Don was an avid golfer, skier, fly fisherman and bird hunter. He was a pilot and flew all over the
country in his small plane. He had an adventurous spirit and traveled all over the world. He loved the great outdoors and enjoyed teaching and sharing his passions with his children and grandchildren. Don was appointed honorary Consul General of Thailand in 1980 and held the post until his death on May 15, 2020. He held numerous officer positions over the years and hosted many functions and parties for Denver’s diplomatic community. Don was a brilliant businessman, astute thinker, paid great attention to detail and budget and was always on the mark, always on time and always a fun person to work with. Until the end, Don was always devoted to his beautiful wife Karen. You never saw Don without Karen. Always together, always devoted to each other. Devoted likewise to his children and grandchildren, the consummate family man. One of the most memorable events that Don hosted was the big bash held at their home to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Completely packed with people in his back yard, it was Mexican themed with a lively Mariachi Band and Mexican food. Don and Karen danced to the famous song, and their favorite, “Besame,” “Kiss Me in Spanish. They were one of the most devoted couples ever. Don was born June 3, 1939 and attended South Denver High School. He received his undergraduate degree at CU Boulder when he met beloved Karen. Don will be remembered for his good energy, his business and civic brilliance, his devotion to Karen and family, his firm belief in America and the American way, and his hard work and cando ethic. He is an exemplary role model for how to live a good life. He will be greatly missed and remembered for his mark on American life. In remembrance of Don, donations can be made to Colorado Uplift or the University of Colorado.
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Cancer League holds virtual and in-person membership meeting
President Gary Reece and son Jeff Reece
“Cancer League of Colorado is completing an amazing year in view of the fundraising challenges posed by COVID, raising more than $1 million for Colorado-based patient services, cancer research and clinical trials. We were so pleased to finally be able to see our fellow Cancer League members and share in person our appreciation for their contributions to this success.” - Gary Reece, CLC President
Chairs Gayle Rogers, Laura Shipman and Barb Reece Photos by Scottie Iverson
The June meeting of Cancer League of Colorado (CLC) was the first time members had an opportunity to meet in person for over 18 months. For those still wishing to attend virtually, accomplished producer Jeff Reece was on hand to lend his technical skills. In addition, these officers were officially installed: President
Elect – Gary Reece, Acting President elect – Gayle Rogers, Secretary – Michelle Rea-Meredith, Treasurer Elect – Suzanne Hagmaier, Acting Treasurer Elect – Diane Brandon-Hadley,VP Fundraising Elect – Barb Reece, Acting VP Fundraising Elect – Julie Reece, VP Communications & PR Elect – Suzanne Alliano-Rossick, Acting Commu-
nications & PR Elect – Sue Wang, VP funds Allocation Elect –Ruth Pana, Acting VP Funds Allocation Elect – Elaine McCain, VP Corporate Relations Elect Alex Muggenthaler, Acting VP Corporate Relations Elect – Darin Brown, VP Membership Elect – Laura Shipman, Acting VP Membership Elect – Kim Willis and VP CLC Foundation – Karen White.
Dianne Bartlett and Vickie Dow
Denver Area Panhellenic celebrates with collegiate and alumnae awards
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share extended sisterhood with the 25 national sororities represented by delegates from each. Delegates vote within for the Spirit Award - given to the woman who most embodies the Panhellenic spirit with passion and dedication. This year’s winner was Ginger Swift of Alpha Omicron Pi. The Alumnae Achievement Award, established in 1992, recognizes a woman who has greatly contributed to her community as well as her sorority. This year’s recipient is a well known name in our community, especially as co-founder of Bessie’s Hope - the indefatigable Linda Holloway (Gamma Phi Beta). Woman of the Year (established in 1971) is awarded to the woman who has contributed to Panhellenic, her sorority, her community and career. Collegiate scholarship award winners Gemma This year’s Smith (Kappa Alpha Theta) and Ashley Snell winner Peggy (Delta Zeta) Photos by Scottie Taylor Iverson Emmett (Alenver Area Panhellenic (DAP), established in 1908, is one of the strongest alumnae organizations for women’s fraternities in the nation and has won numerous national awards for leadership, programs and overall excellence. Last year’s annual awards celebration was virtual. This year, shining sorority pins and paraphernalia complemented smiling faces with no masks eager to
Smith (Kappa Alpha Theta, University of Oklahoma) will pursue her dream career path as a licensed clinical social worker pursuing her master’s degree at Metropolitan State University. Ashley Snell (Delta Zeta, University of Northern Colorado) is a Biology major who hopes to pursue a graduate degree in Microbiology and a career in laboratory research. Shout outs were also given to 2020 Woman of the Year winner Katy Brown (Alpha Chi Omega) and Alumnae Achievement Award winner Jill Alumnae Achievement Award winner Linda Holloway (Gamma Phi Beta), Spirit Pedicord Peterson Award winner Ginger Swift (Alpha Omicron Pi), Woman of the Year Award (Kappa Alpha winner Peggy Emmett (Alpha Epsilon Phi) Theta). pha Epsilon Phi) has also distinguished herself professionally in the field of medical technology. In addition to philanthropy, DAP rewards academics and leadership. Two outstanding young collegians received DAP scholarships. Annual Awards Brunch planners Suzanne Boos (Alpha Xi Delta), Amy Beard Gamma (Alpha Gamma Delta), Kim Barbato (Phi Mu) and Adrienne Tuck (Kappa Delta)
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New law will gather health data and limit MJ concentrates for ages 18 to 20 BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
After all 35 members of the Colorado state senate voted to approve HB21-1317, Regulating Marijuana Concentrates, on June 3, they sent it back to the state House, where, on June 8, all 65 members concurred, resulting in a unanimous vote. What is even more unusual is that the bill was not introduced until May 14. Prime bipartisan sponsors of the legislation were Speaker of the House Alec Garnett from Denver, Adams County Rep. Dr. Yadira Caraveo, a pediatrician, Denver and Arapahoe County Sen. Chris Hansen, and El Paso County Sen. Paul Lundeen. In Colorado, only those over the age of 21 can purchase recreational marijuana, but one can be only 18 to get a prescription from a doctor for medical marijuana. This new law limits the amount of concentrated medical marijuana a patient can purchase to two grams per day if the patient is between the ages of 18 and 20, under normal circumstances. It
also limits the amount of concentrated marijuana that can be purchased in a day to eight grams for those aged 21 and over, whether the purchase is medical or recreational. What is arguably even more important about the law is that it “requires the Colorado school of public health to do a systematic review of the scientific research related to the possible physical and mental health effects of high-potency THC marijuana and concentrates. The bill creates a scientific review council to review the report and make recommendations to the general assembly. Based on the research and findings, the Colorado school of public health shall produce a public education campaign for the general public, to be approved by the council, regarding the effect of high-potency THC marijuana on the developing brain and mental health.” Other new requirements include a significant expansion of the medical assessment required, including their mental health history, before a physician recommends medical marijuana for a patient. The
Larry Peterson 7/18/37 - 3/24/21
Laurence “Larry” Arthur Peterson passed away peacefully at home in the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 24, 2021. Surrounded by family and loved ones over the years and throughout his final days, Larry knew he was deeply loved and admired by his wife Julie, his seven children, and six grandchildren. Over 83 years, Larry touched so many lives and will be missed dearly by all. Born in Denver, Colorado on July 18, 1937 to Arthur and Mildred Peterson, Larry lived a full life centered in the South Denver community. His youth was spent zipping around on bikes and getting into mischief with his lifelong best friend, David Kelly. He was an avid baseball player in high school and maintained his love for sports throughout his life. In the early 1970s, Larry began his 30+ year career at Morgan’s Pharmacy and Liquor, building a true community that followed him long after his retirement in 2003. Larry was the lifeblood of Morgan’s, and he recalled those years as the best of his life. He met Julie, his wife of nearly 45 years, at Morgan’s and built numerous lasting friendships that reached far and wide. Larry had a large heart and opened it to many of his customers and employees,
especially those struggling or in need of quiet support. Larry was passionate about living life and providing memorable experiences for his family. He spent countless hours behind the wheel on long cross-country road trips and loved sharing his interest in maps and exploring new places with his kids and grandkids. Julie was his loving and patient copilot throughout the years, and the two visited many National Parks and historical monuments across the country. Of all his travels, Hawaii was Larry’s favorite destination. The warm waters, fragrant flowers, macadamia nuts, and beach-side Mai Tais with his family were some of Larry’s most fond memories, and he talked about them often. Active in the political arena on both the local and national level, Larry loved sharing stories about organizing
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) will now report annually on the number of physicians who made medical marijuana recommendations in the past year and how many recommendations each physician made. For a person between the ages of 18 and 20, it will take two physicians from separate medical practices to agree that medical marijuana is required to treat a “debilitating or disabling medical condition,” after each of the doctors conducts an “in-person consultation” with the patient. Also new is a requirement that hospitals keep records of patients who present with conditions that reflect marijuana use and coroners look for the presence and quantity of the active agent in marijuana in non-natural deaths. That information must be reported marijuana to CDPHE or the legislature. One of the leading coalition partners who brought the idea for this law to the general assembly was One Chance to Grow Up, an initiative of Smart Colorado, founded by financial executive Doug
presidential visits, hosting fundraisers, and celebrating the successes of his favorite politicians. He also kept up with his South High School class of 1955 over the years, playing in softball games and golf tournaments with his former classmates. Larry treasured all of these relationships and remained active on the South High School reunion committee, looking forward to the regular gatherings and reunion events with his friends and classmates. Larry was a passionate golfer throughout this life and thoroughly enjoyed playing rounds with his regular foursome of friends. The group enjoyed the occasional travel to new courses around the country but were most content on the greens of Aurora Hills golf course in Colorado. We know Larry is now happily hitting under par on the most amazing new golf courses he could have imagined. Beyond everything else, Larry loved his family. Julie lit up his heart, and he was extraordinarily proud of his children. He was a supportive and caring father who spent many hours at swim meets, on the ski slopes with his kids, and shuttling kids around to different school activities and sports events. In his final
Robinson, a 2019 candidate for Colorado governor, Diane Carlson, who has served on the statewide Marijuana Education Committee for the past six years, Henny Lasley, its executive director, who serves on the stakeholder group focused on rulemaking for labeling and warming statements of marijuana products, Rachel O-Brian, its strategic projects director, and Gina Carbone. The mission of One Chance to Grow Up is “to keep kids safe from all the dangers of marijuana commercialization… As an initiative of Smart Colorado, we’ve been vigilant about the effects of THC on kids from the first days of legalization. We don’t take sides on the politics of legalization but instead serve as a reliable resource for parents, media, policymakers and all those who care about kids. Started by concerned parents, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by charitable contributions.” Said Lasley, upon the passage of the new law, “It made such a strong statement that 50 Colorado organizations rallied together to support this import-
years, nothing brought him more joy than watching his grandkids play in the backyard that he tirelessly cultivated into a beautiful oasis of flowers and greenery. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, sister Doris, and son David. He is survived by his wife Julie, his six children: Marcy, Jim, Scott, Stephanie, Maura, and Kristen, and his six grandchildren: Logan, Haylee, Lily, Finnley, Catherine, and Maura. A celebration of life will be held in Larry and Julie’s backyard on Sunday, July 18th, to honor
LETTERS Memorial Open House for Larry Peterson
I am inviting friends of Larry Peterson or his family to a memorial Open House on Sunday, July 18 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. If you have any photos of Larry, please bring them to share your memories.
Greenwood Village resident Henny Lasley, executive director of Smart Colorado and One Chance to Grow Up, has been with the organization since its inception in 2012.
ant legislation to protect kids. Courageous legislators helped build broad, bipartisan support in the Colorado General Assembly. This pioneering bill creates a model for the nation, helping to close a loophole that allows teens to get medical marijuana, which then ends up in our schools. It also gives the green light to comprehensive research on the new ultrahigh-THC marijuana products so we can fully assess their health impacts.” fmiklin.villager@gmail.com Larry’s birthday and the full life he lived. Larry would be pleased to know that his pride and joy of a backyard will be put to use for at least one more party in his honor. To remember Larry and his passion for helping others, the Peterson family asks that in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to National Jewish Health in Larry’s name to help fund Interstitial Lung Disease research. https://donate.national jewish.org/page/27552/ donate/1?ea.tracking.id= DM2103MARWTG
If you are unable to attend, please email your memory of Larry. I will share with the family. R.S.V.P. to the memorial to jeffbakerpmp@msn.com or call 303-332-6113. Jeff Baker Arapahoe County Commissioner District 3
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The Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce held their 35th Annual Business Awards Banquet The Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce held their 35th Annual Business Awards Banquet on May 27 at The Sacred Grace in Englewood. Welcoming remarks were
given by David Carroll, Executive Director. Announcement of Officers, Members and Staff was announced by Carol Willis, President. Officers: Carol Willis, President; Tracey Brummet, Vice President;
Andrea Manion, Treasurer and Debi Kelley, Secretary. Members: Judy Browne, Clarice Fortunato, George Gastis, A.J. Guanella, Kara Hamersky, Darren Hollingsworth and Jason Whyte; Staff: David Carroll,
Executive Director and Linsey Runyan, Marketing & Communications Director. Special thanks go to Burd’s Eye Photography for capturing the evening, The Sacred Grace for hosting the event and Cafe
180 for preparing the box luncheons for the evening. The 2019 and 2020 Awards were announced for the following categories: Resilience & Innovation, Emerging Business of the Year, Community Organization of the Year,Chamber Member of the Year and Lifetime Business Achievement Award.
Photos by Burd’s Eye Photography
2019 Emerging Business of the Year - Apex Combat Academy, Co-owner Austin Streicher
2019 Business of the Year - Englewood Grand, Owners Co-owner Erika and Phil Zierke
2019 Community Organization of the Year - Englewood Public Library, Michelle Brandstetter
2019 Chamber Member of the Year - Boo Crosby (on screen), former Cafe Manager/Volunteer Coordinator of Cafe 180
2019 Lifetime Business Achievement Award - Rotary Club of Englewood, President Susan Van Dyke and President-Elect Patty Burnett
2020 Resilience and Innovation Award - Brewability, Owner -Tiffany Fixter and Head Brewer, Tanner Schneller
2020 Business of the Year - Trompeau Bakery, Owner Beth Ginsberg and Associate Chelsea Gorman
2020 Community Organization of the Year - Tri-County Health, Mellissa Sager - Policy and Public Affairs Officer and Kathy Staats -Policy Coordinator
2020 Emerging Business of the Year - Front Range Pharmacy, Owners - Michael Scruggs and Bridget Logan and associates Thao Anh Mai and Kelsey Otis
2020 Lifetime Business Achievement Award - Craig Hospital - Diane Reinhard, Vice President Patient Care Services & Chief Nursing Operator and Julie Negron, Director of Safety & Emergency Management
2020 Chamber Member of the Year - Shawn Lewis, City of Englewood - City Manager
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meet the needs and demands. Ellen Bywaters and her family made the difference. As a graduate of a WINGS Loved Ones group, Ellen and her husband John had learned that their daughter, Mary Katherine had expe-
essential funding through the Colorado Office of the Attorney General to enhance its programming. WINGS sets the gold standard of care for adult survivors in Colorado, pioneering resources that can also be scaled nationally. Ellen and John worked to open doors to additional funding partners, who would become essential “early adopters” to
understand and to help survivors. And it is because she is a soulful caring person who was willing to be a catalyst for that good work- that it is all unfolding so remarkably.” The Minoru Yasui Community Volunteer Award has been honoring extraordinary volunteers in our community for the past 45 years. Conceived by the Commission
when she wanted to speak out about her experience to help others. Out of what was a most painful, dark experience, they brought light. Ellen stepped up to Chair WINGS’ first fundraising event, Wine, Wishes and WINGS. In L-R: Mary Katherine Bywaters, John and 2015, the orgaEllen Bywater, Kelty and Patrick Fehling nization had a and sons $280,000 annual budget with a very slim financial reserve. Today WINGS has an annual rienced childhood sexual budget of 1.2 million with abuse. WINGS helped them nearly 6 months of funding to walk the painful and difreserve. None of this would ficult journey of supporting have been possible had Ellen their daughter to help her re- and her family not stepped covery. Their supportive reforward in the bold, brave sponse is highly uncommon. ways that they have. this emerging health issue. on Community Relations in Often the parents or family She and her family were There is no question that 1975, to recognize, celebrate members believe the person willing to tell their story those who have experienced and promote volunteerism who was the abuser, instead through WINGS’ first mischildhood sexual abuse in our community, the comsion video. That live with a heartbreaking mittee honors a person each video has now been issue. As a result of Ellen’s month whose contributions viewed by more strength, grace, courage, are constructive, unique and than 25,000 peoresilience, and dedication outstanding. Each recipient ple. Revealing their to the mission of WINGS, receives a $2000 cash award story took a kind of she has helped so many. She that goes to the non-profit of courage and grace has inspired, educated, and their choice. Over $950,000 that few individuals shown survivors and their has been given to 499 possess and are willfamilies that they too can be non-profits. Ellen donated ing to share. Their courageous and resilient. her cash award to WINGS. ability to do so The Minoru helped others Ellen Bywaters giving Jenny Yasui Commuto see that this Stith executive director nity Volunteer problem affects of WINGS Foundation L-R: Marti Kovenor, Layse Shreves Volunteer and Thrive Manager, Lori Award is a proindividuals donation from Minoru Frasco LMSW Mary Katherine Bywaters, Ellen and John Bywaters and gram of Spark from all walks Yasui Community Jenny Stith MAT, MA, Executive Director WINGS Foundation the Change of life. Volunteer Award Colorado. ToThrough the mission of the child. This is just one founded in 1982 by and for gether we hope video Ellen’s family of the reasons that this issue adult survivors of childhood to inspire a sexual abuse. Unfortunately, is silenced. Few families are produced, an important movement of connection was made willing to do the hard work the high level of stigma and good through by Ellen’s other daughof accepting the reality and denial associated with this the power of ter, Kelty Fehling. supporting the survivor. sensitive issue impeded the volunteerism, Through Kelty, organizaservice and WINGS was intion’s ability engagement. troduced to the to advance Sponsorship Colorado School beyond its includes: The of Public Health grassroots Yasui Family, and given the opbeginnings. Lanny and Sharon Martin, In her nominating letter, portunity to do a stateDespite the Liza and Don Kirkpatrick, Jennifer Stith, Executive Diwide community needs incredible Ben and Jill Piggott, Irerector of WINGS, stated “It assessment to bring impact land’s Finest Painters, About takes a very rare and special public health data to for those Time Awards, Cherry Creek person to be able to accomthis issue that few it served, Fed-Ex and committee memplish all of these endeavors. wanted to see or acand despite All who know her, know that bers. cept. The “One Voice receiving If you have any questions ‘special’ is exactly the word Project” is the first of multiple re- L-R: Debbie Tryon, Gail and Dr. Stuart Kassan about this award, the nomto describe Ellen. Ellen wantPhotos by Kathy Wells its kind to center the quests across ination process or would ed to reach out to her comvoices and experiences of Ellen and John not only the country as well as interlike to donate to this award, munity of ‘soulful, caring adult survivors. All of this nationally, WINGS could not believed their daughter, but please visit our website at people’ because she felt that led to WINGS being granted they also followed her lead achieve its full potential to www.minyasui.org. they would be the ones to BY CINDY PIGGOTT
ccording to the Center for Disease Control, childhood sexual abuse affects 1 in 5 adults. WINGS is a unique organization headquartered in Denver, Colorado whose mission is to break the cycle and heal the wounds of childhood sexual abuse by providing education, advocacy and support to adult survivors, their loved ones, providers, and the community. Saturday, May 22, the Minoru Yasui Community Volunteer Award honored Ellen Bywaters for her extraordinary volunteer work with WINGS. If you are not familiar with the non-profit WINGS, you should be. WINGS was
Minoru Yasui Committee Members: L-R: Debbie Hindin-King, Donna McCarl, Mary Lester, Lynnetta Windsor, Lori Holtus, Ellen Bywaters, Liza Kirkpatrick, Cindy Piggott, Sarla Thal, Dr. Bill Porter
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Are weddings important? My daughter got married in May so, naturally, I have been reliving the special moments of the wedding and thinking about this amazing event with great interest and curiosity. Because weddings are so expensive, there are many who are choosing to skip the event and put the money that would have been spent on a wedding into a down payment on a house or pay down school debt. There is a debate about this skipping the wedding trend. My wondering is, why are weddings important. Several months ago, I was asked by my 33-year-old daughter if I would be upset if she and her fiancé were to elope. I told her she was a mature young woman, and she could do what works for her. I did say that I would hope she would create a community of support for her upcoming marriage and have the experience of a
special celebration for such a transitional time in her young life. Soon after that exchange, she called and asked if we could go wedding dress shopping. She, too, had been exploring the significance of having a wedding celebration with family and friends. What we both discovered is that a wedding has several purposes. One purpose is to celebrate marriage in the community increasing its visibility and value. Weddings and marriage have been replaced by sliding into relationships, casual sex and cohabitation which has become the social norm. According to researcher and author, Kay Hymowitz, there are two Americas, those who marry and those who do not, depending on educational achievement and financial resources. Her book entitled, Marriage and Caste in America, Hymowitz outlines this
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cultural shift. Another purpose is the showcasing of the thoughtful, intentional, and public commitment of two individuals in the presence of family and friends. The third purpose of a wedding, the most valuable of the three, is to provide a ceremony of spoken promises before God and witnesses. The couple recites their vows to each other asking the community of people in attendance to support and mentor them. At my daughter’s wedding, after the vows were spoken to one another, the officiant then asked the guests to stand and pledge with an “I do” as well. The attendees promised to support guide, mentor, and be available to assist this couple in their marriage because,
after every wedding comes a marriage with all the ups and downs of life adventures and obstacles. One of the ways we, as a nation, can continue this wonderful tradition of weddings and the celebration of a marriage without the tre-
mendous price tag is to ask organizations to host the wedding ceremony allowing the couple to have as many guests as they desire. After the ceremony they can host a celebratory punch and cake event in the reception area. In this way the guests can witness this amazing life transition event and offer support in the years ahead without going into debt. The more guests who witness this life transition and the promise to care for one another, the more the couple feels supported and loved. After all, love, support and building community is the real purpose of a wedding. joneen@myrelationshipcenter. org , www.myrelationship center.org
The Constitution – How it works BY BILL BANTA
During a conversation a few years ago, my wife asked me how the Constitution actually works. I thought it was a good question and not just because my wife asked it. The way the Constitution works is this: unless the Constitution says that the government in Washington, D.C. has the power to do something listed in the 18 short paragraphs of Article I, Section 8, then the government in Washington, D.C. has no legislative authority to deal with a subject. If a subject is not mentioned, it is beyond reach of the government’s enumerated powers. When you read the Constitution (it’s only four pages long in the original) you will see how few powers the federal government really has. In fact, most general powers of government are held by each State individually, not by the government in Washington, D.C. The Constitution only gives enough powers to the federal government to militarily protect the States from Foreign nations that might otherwise threaten them. And there are a few other national powers that the Constitution specifies, namely to: print money; regulate business between States or with Foreign nations; foster national citizenship; enact bankruptcy laws; set up post offices; encourage patents, copyrights, and trademarks; and establish Washington, D.C. for a national capital. But the main idea of a federal government was to protect the States in a Union, the United States of America. The first 3 Articles (out of 7 altogether) of the Constitution divide operations of the government in Washington, D.C. into three separate branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. The remaining 4 Articles variously provide for: certain rights of States or Citizens; amending the Constitution; oaths of office; and ratifying the Constitution. All other rights and powers are retained by the people or reserved to the States (unless prohibited) or to the people themselves, as the 9th Amendment and the 10th Amendment confirm. The other 8 Amendments (of the original 10
which are known as “the Bill of Rights”) either emphasize some of the innumerable reserved rights of the people such as speech, assembly, religion, press, and bearing arms, or prescribe judicial procedures that protect the people such as lawful searches; seizures of property; self-incrimination; double jeopardy; due process; speedy trial; jury trial; excessive bail; and cruel and unusual punishments. As for importance, the Constitution declares itself to be the supreme law of the land. Thus, no other law can affect it and only an Amendment that is proposed and ratified according to the requirements of the Constitution can alter or change the Constitution in any way. In addition, Chief Justice John Marshall wrote (in a case titled M’Culloch v. Maryland) that the Constitution is “intended to endure for ages to come, and, consequently, to be adapted to the various crises of human affairs.” Nevertheless, “adapting” or “expounding” the Constitution to give “true meaning and operation” according to its terms (as Alexander Hamilton wrote in Federalist No. 22) is subject to the Constitution’s limited powers and authority, which can only be changed by an Amendment that is proposed and ratified according to the requirements of the Constitution. Therefore, because the Constitution carefully limits the powers of federal government, if Congress, which is the only branch allowed to make laws, went beyond the few powers enumerated, its act or “law” would be ineffective and would amount to no law at all. As Chief Justice Marshall wrote (in a case titled Marbury v. Madison) “a law repugnant to the constitution is void”. The meaning of the Constitution today is exactly what it was when it was ratified by the people in the States. Therefore, it is not difficult to see whether a law is authorized and binding, or not. We read the Constitution to see if it says the government is authorized to do something in particular. If not, then the government in Washington, D.C. has no power to deal with the particular subject matter
at all. No authority, no power; no power, no authority. For example, let us ask whether the federal government can pass a law providing for school loans to college students. We read through the 18 short paragraphs of Article I, Section 8 and find nothing concerning either education or loans. Then, we have the answer. Since there is no power to make laws concerning either education or loans, Congress cannot make any law providing for school loans to college students. The key is that the Constitution means exactly what it says and it says exactly what it means. All we have to do is read it. To understand why this is so we might consider the purpose behind drafting the Constitution in the first place. About 200 years ago, a young journalist asked an old militiaman to tell him why the Americans had fought the British in the Revolution. Was it for liberty or justice? the reporter inquired. No, the old timer said, it wasn’t that. Was it for equality? the reporter persisted. No, no, it wasn’t anything like that, answered the old man. Well, what was it then? said the journalist. You see, answered the aged patriot, we had been on our own over here for a long time and had gotten used to governing ourselves . . . but “they” didn’t think we ought to. Assuming the old patriot had it right, then the Revolutionary War and the Constitution which created the government that followed the Revolution were mainly about preserving self-government. When we think about it, that is the essence of American freedom – the right of the people to govern themselves. If we appreciate that fact, then the carefully worded language of the Constitution restricting and binding the government makes sense. Limiting the powers of the government in Washington, D.C. to only a few that were specified was intended to ensure the freedom of the American people to rule themselves forever. Bill Banta is a Colorado lawyer in Arapahoe County. He practices commercial law and litigation, real estate law, probate law, and estate planning.
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BY DONALD PETERSON Dear Readers, What happens if you don’t have a Will? Another case example Recently, I received a call from a widower whose wife had passed away over three years ago. The couple had purchased their home from a foreclosure sale and the foreclosure company had offered to prepare a Special Warranty Deed. The deed referred to the couple, stating their legal names, advising that they were “Husband and Wife”; however, there was no reference in the deed that the couple was taking ownership of the home as joint tenants. The husband was certain that he and his wife owned the home in joint tenancy, because the deed referenced their names followed by the wording “Husband and Wife”. Thus, the husband thought he was the sole owner, after his wife’s passing, as the surviving joint owner. The husband was surprised when the title company advised that he owned
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only a one-half interest in the home and that his deceased wife’s estate owned the other one-half interest. Thus, the title company advised there was a need to open a probate estate for the wife, for the Court to appoint a Personal Representative with Letters to be issued, authorizing the Personal Representative to transfer ownership of the wife’s one-half interest to the buyer with a Personal Representative’s Deed. I explained to the husband that merely using the words “Husband and Wife” on the deed had no legal significance and was not the same as using the legal term, “as joint tenants”. Although Colorado law recognizes ownership of assets, including a home, titled in joint tenancy, the title must state those words specifically. Otherwise, as in the case here, the husband and wife owned the property in tenants-in-common, regarding an ownership of an undivided one-half interest each in the property. Under tenants-in-com-
mon ownership, the respective share of the property that is owned by two or more people will pass upon the death of one of the co-owners to his or her estate rather than to the remaining co-owners and probate is necessary to transfer the property. Unfortunately, in the case at hand, the wife did not have a Will, so the estate had to be opened on a formal base, including the requirement to notify all of the wife’s heirs, under the law of intestate succession that applies when someone dies without a Will. If you do not have a plan in place to give away your assets at your death, such as a Will or a funded Trust, your property will be disposed of through a process called intestacy or intestate succession. This, like probate, is a court proceeding in which your estate is “administered”. Colorado law dictates who will receive your property if you die without a Will. For example, if you are married when you die and have no surviving children or their
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descendants, or parents, your spouse will receive all of your estate. If you are not married at the time of your death, any of your children (whether biological or adopted) will receive all of your property in equal shares. If you have no spouse or children, your parents will receive your property. If your parents have died, your brothers and sisters will receive your property. If you have no living family or relatives, then by default, the State of Colorado will get your property. It is best to have an attorney review your real estate documents and deed, as well as to assist with the preparation of specific estate plan documents, including Wills and/or Trust to accomplish your goals and to avoid expensive, unwanted consequences at the passing of one or both spouses. 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
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following documents create an effective medical/estate plan package: 1. Healthcare Power of Attorney; 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 15: Estate Planning: Wills, Trusts and Your Property, Clara Brown Shaffer, Esq.), which is a copyrighted publication and may be accessed and downloaded for free at: www.cobar. org/For-the-Public/Senior-Law-Handbook.
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CHV Council meets with Congresswoman Diana DeGette BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On June 1, Colorado Congressional District One U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette met virtually with the Cherry Hills Village City Council, which she does every few years. Mayor Stewart noted that he and the congresswoman
both attended Colorado College. He pointed out that she then went to New York University law school on a full-ride scholarship. DeGette practiced law in Denver for 15 years and was elected to the general assembly, before moving on to the United States Congress. She has represented Colorado’s first congressional district for the past
25 years. DeGette chairs the oversight and investigation subcommittee of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, which has “jurisdiction over all health agencies.” She complimented the “extraordinary” work done with Operation Warp Speed in developing the COVID-19 vaccines, noting, “after the first year, we shifted to how to get the vaccine out to the states.” She talked about her focus on making sure federal relief included funds for cities and states because, “We were concerned about (state and local) tax revenues going down, while governments had to pay” for virus-related expenses. Mayor Stewart said that CHV expects to receive
about $1.4 million from that program. DeGette pointed to the 21st Century Cures Act that became law on December 13, 2016. She said she worked on that law with Republican U.S. Rep Fred Upton and she is now working with him on “Cures 2.0.” According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the 21st Century Cures Act “is designed to help accelerate medical product development and bring new innovations and advances to patients who need them faster and more efficiently.” She added that the Biden administration has asked her and Upton to oversee the effort to put together government and private researchers to try to find cures for diseases like
Democratic U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette is currently serving her 13th term in the United States Congress and is a leader in health care and the environment, especially Colorado’s wilderness areas.
cancer and Alzheimer’s. DeGette said, “I’m frustrated by the media because the media focuses on the extremes, but Continued on page 13
Centennial Community Grant Program now available
Large Community Improvement Grant • Supports larger-scale improvements, including but not limited to neighborhood signage, fencing, landscaping improvements, and community gardens • $10,000 value • Application Deadline: June 30 Neighborhood Engagement Grant • Offers funding for community-building events, such as neighborhood block parties or movie nights • $500 value • Applications accepted on a first come, first serve basis until funds have been exhausted Applications for both grants are available online at centennialco.gov/ communitygrants.
21 indicted in large money-laundering conspiracy
• Weilun Zhang, 2021CR1191 • Xin He, 2021CR1192 • A Wei Chen, 2021CR1193 • Kui Chen, 2021CR1194 • Guo Cai Chen, 2021CR1195 • Chun Jin Lin, 20221CR1196 • He Xian Chen, 2021CR1197 • Guo Li Liu, 2021CR1198 • Yan Zhang Liu, 2021CR1199 • Gaoyu Chen, 2021CR1200 • Lan Fang Wu, 2021CR1201 • Pin Chen, 2021CR1202 • Guo Fu Chen, 2021CR1203 • Wei Lian Fu, 2021CR1204 • Yunrong Liu, 2021CR1205 • Xiaohui Tang, 2021CR1206 • Lin Chen, 2021CR1207 • Zhu Zhu Chen, 2021CR1208 Charges range from racketeering and conspiracy under the Colorado Organized Crime Control Act to drug cultivation and distribution to money laundering. The top counts are Class 2 felonies. Criminal charges are merely a formal accusation that an individual has committed a crime. A defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Brian Nelsen’s decades of devotion to his 1937 Ford truck paid off when the vehicle captured the blue ribbon at the car show held by Littleton memory care community Highline Place, where he resides. Nelsen received the truck as a gift from his father after he graduated from high school and took it with him when he attended Fort Lewis
SUBMITTED BY THE OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY, 18TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ARAPAHOE, DOUGLAS, ELBERT AND LINCOLN COUNTIES
At a news conference June 10, the District Attorney’s Office for the 18th Judicial District, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and Homeland Security Investigations announced the grand jury indictments of 21 people in connection with a yearlong investigation into a large money-laundering conspiracy.
College in Durango. After housing it for many years in his garage, he began restoring it when he retired. Nelsen’s truck nabbed the honors from among nearly 20 vehicles displayed by people from the Littleton area. Highline Place, located at 6767 S. Broadway, Littleton, is operated by Anthem Memory Care.
The 45-count indictment from the 18th Judicial District Grand Jury outlines how the defendants illegally grew marijuana and laundered their drug proceeds through a sophisticated system of social media apps, QR codes and illegal money brokers in China. The defendants grew and distributed the marijuana throughout the Denver metro area, with grows and stash houses across Colorado. “This elaborate scheme and subsequent indictment is an
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The City of Centennial has launched a community grant program to enhance and foster neighborhood collaboration. The intention of this program is to reduce code violations and spur additional private investment within neighborhoods through the support of resident-led improvement projects and engagement opportunities. Two types of grants are available and both continue to pursue the City’s goal of increasing communication among neighbors, building neighborhood identity and civic pride, and enhancing opportunities to bring neighborhoods together. All of this is consistent with the City’s vision and “Signature Centennial” Key Performance Area.
example of why I moved to support an Organized Crime Unit when I took office,” said District Attorney John Kellner. “These conspirators undermine law and order as well as community safety. My unit will continue to work with local, state and federal partners to prosecute these criminal networks.” “I would like to applaud the hard work and professionalism of all our partners in the Front Range Task Force,” said Deanne Reuter, Special Agent in Charge, DEA Denver Field Division. “This was a complex criminal operation that could only have been brought down by the cooperation of all agencies involved.” “The defendants in this case are alleged to have gone to great lengths to carry out their sophisticated money laundering conspiracy to fund illegal activity, and they will now face justice for their crimes,” said Steven Cagen, special agent in charge, HSI Denver. “HSI is proud to work with the 18th Judicial District Attorney and the DEA on investigations like
“The City is excited to provide these grant opportunities to our residents and HOAs to bring neighbors together for events and to make neighborhood improvements. Across Centennial, our neighborhoods are key to our identity and these programs further the City’s goal of increasing communication throughout and between them,” says Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko. “As Centennial celebrates our 20 year anniversary this is a good time to reflect on how we came together to create the City and incentivize our communities to get creative, have fun and enjoy the neighborhoods that make Centennial great!” The two types of available grants are:
these to disrupt the flow of illicit proceeds used in illegal narcotics activity and we will continue to pursue transnational criminal organizations that seek to harm the residents of Colorado.” In addition to the DA’s office, DEA, HSI and members of the Front Range Task Force, special assistance was provided by the Colorado Department of Revenue, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, Colorado National Guard, Firestone Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the Haskell County (Okla.) Sheriff’s Office, Denver Police Department, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and the Mountain View Police Department. Numerous other law enforcement agencies provided assistance to the task force at various times over the course of the investigation. These are the defendants, who will be prosecuted in Arapahoe County District Court: • Lin Zhang, 2021CR1188 • Yan Chen, 2021CR1189 • Cindy Zheng, 2021CR1190
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DA Kellner talks about crime and the trial backlog in Arapahoe County months. As a result, a bipartisan group of legislators introduced HB21-1309, pending as of this writing, that would extend the speedy trial requirement by up to six months for defendants not presently incarcerated and three months for those in custody. Extensions of the six-month requirement could not be granted after April 29, 2022. Although 20% fewer cases were filed in the 18th judicial district in 2020 than in an average year, the inability to have them adjudicated has left 6,000 unresolved. Kellner is seeking resources to add additional prosecutors. Despite fewer cases being filed, he said, “I think the rise in crime that we’ve seen has a whole lot to do with the justice system shutting down due to COVID,” adding that attempted murder and robbery filings each went up 30%, gun offenses went up 25%, and burglaries increased by nearly 20%. Kellner was highly critical of the two senate bills introduced this year to reduce the jail population in Colorado, SB21-062 and its successor, SB21-273, both of which were eventually withdrawn or defeated. However, he did say that, “I think people who are proposing reforms have in
their hearts good intentions. I don’t think they want crime to go up…but they view the causes of crime differently than I do as somebody who is actually in the criminal justice system on a day-in, day-out basis.” Jimmy Sengenberger, who is 29 and has a Saturday evening radio show on 710KNUS, asked Kellner, “What are the circumstances in which somebody who is undocumented or an illegal immigrant reports a crime to law enforcement where they might be subject to deportation?” The district attorney responded that that subject “is a source of a lot of misinformation and confusion,” adding, “A victim of crime is a victim of crime in our community, whether or not they’re documented. When somebody who is undocumented is a victim of crime, I’ll apply for a U-visa (which is) me telling the federal government that this person may be deportable for whatever reason, but I need them here to help address the criminal acts of someone else in our community. We apply for those all the time. They’re granted all the time. It’s a way for us to ensure that there’s not a group of people who are fair game for criminals who might prey on them.” He gave
the example of a contractor who might cheat an employee or subcontractor out of wages due that person because the contractor knows the employee or subcontractor is undocumented and can’t do anything about it. “I’m not going to allow that to happen in our community, I don’t think you would want that to happen…” the district attorney said, adding, “Justice is justice and it’s meant to be blind.” Elected officials attending the event on June 2 were, from Centennial, Mayor Stephanie Piko, City Councilmembers Don Sheehan and Mike Sutherland, and former Mayor Cathy Noon with her husband Jim Noon. Candidates for Aurora City Council at large Dustin Zvonek and Danielle Jurinski were also there, along with Centennial city council candidate for district one Robyn Carnes, Republican Party state vice-chair Priscilla Rahn, and former Arapahoe County chairs Rich Sokol and Dorothy Gottlieb. A new face in Republican politics, Erik Aadland, a decorated military veteran who is looking at taking on one of our state’s well-known Democratic incumbents was introduced to the group. fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
Congresswoman Diana DeGette
$2 million. I also put in some money for Denver Health, because they realized that if they could get people into stable housing and include wraparound services, that would save money because people would be less sick.” CHV Councilmember Dan Sheldon raised the issue of gun violence, saying that he is conflicted because, “Since Columbine, Colorado is a hotbed for mass shootings.” DeGette responded, “I am a supporter of the Second Amendment. I don’t think all guns should be banned, but it is a very thorny problem when someone can come in with an automatic rifle and a
high-capacity magazine and just shoot (multiple) people in minutes.” She said a key to addressing the problem is to have “a more effective way to have mental health services available for people who are undergoing severe mental stress.” She shared that she was recently asked by a national reporter in an interview if it made her “nervous to go to the grocery store with everyone carrying a weapon.” DeGette said she “told her that I’ve lived in Colorado all my life and I’ve never seen anyone with a weapon in a grocery store.” fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
In an address to the Arapahoe County Republican Breakfast Club at Maggiano’s DTC on June 2, John Kellner, 18th Judicial District Attorney, painted a stark picture of his office’s efforts to control rising crime while reducing the backlog of criminal cases awaiting trial due to the courts being mostly closed for a year. During COVID, he explained, “Our case filings plummeted by about 26,000.” He said that the sheriff’s office, “had to make some tough calls because we have an obligation to people that we arrest and put in our jails,” thus they had to keep the jails from being overcrowded to avoid “COVID spreading like wildfire.” Additionally, he pointed out, “There was no throughput. There were no trials happening for the better part of about six months last year.” The sheriff adopted the policy that those charged with misdemeanors or class four, five, or six felonies would not be arrested, which Kellner did not dispute because of COVID, but he noted that those categories include many serious offenses. He contin-
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Washington isn’t broken. There is actually still a lot of bipartisan work going on.” She noted that, “We (the House) passed my Colorado wilderness bill as part of the Protect America’s Wilderness Act.” That bill is presently in the Senate, awaiting action by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, chaired by Sen. Joe Manchin, who DeGette said told her he supports the bill. The congresswoman talked about the importance of the
John Kellner was elected 18th Judicial District Attorney in November 2020.
ued, “Around February, when our courts started reopening, we started having trials again,” but it was done very slowly because lawyers and judges were concerned about risking jury members getting COVID. As a result, there were 1,200 backlogged jury trials in Arapahoe County, where he said, 23 were tried in May and that was the most that his office could complete that month. With a current backlog of 1,000 jury trials, Kellner hopes to get 40 completed in June. At that rate, it will be impossible to get caught up and meet the Colorado statutory requirement of giving a defendant a trial within six
pending infrastructure bill, which is necessary to “rebuild the energy grid, getting telecommunications out to rural and underserved (urban) areas,” noting that some areas in CD1 “don’t have good broadband.” CHV Councilmember Afton Safavi asked DeGette what was being done at the federal level with infrastructure to address the homeless situation? Stating that she agreed with him that it was the worst she had ever seen, having lived in Denver her whole life, DeGette pointed
out, “If homelessness was an easy problem, we would have fixed it by now.” Crediting the many organizations who have helped the homeless, DeGette pointed to federal earmarks, which she said were not used “for about ten years, but they’re back now.” She said that her first three requests using that tool were “1) to help the City of Denver purchase a vacant motel that will house about 70 families; 2) to help the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless; 3) to help homeless youth. Each of these programs will get about
Urban Land Conservancy, Denver Public Schools, Denver Housing Authority purchase former Johnson & Wales campus
Urban Land Conservancy (ULC), Denver Public Schools (DPS), and Denver Housing Authority (DHA) announce they have purchased the former Johnson & Wales University Denver campus. Last summer, the university announced it would cease operations in Denver after the 2020-21 school year and sought to sell the entire 25-acre campus. In January of this year, JWU representatives, using CBRE brokers, selected ULC as the lead buyer of the property. ULC submitted a proposal in partnership with DPS and DHA. Of three finalists that bid on the campus, ULC was the only nonprofit and the only organization with goals to preserve the campus for community purposes. “We are pleased that the buyer is a community-based organization
with a rich legacy of preserving and reimagining campuses throughout the Denver metro area. ULC’s mission-driven focus was apparent by its ability to immediately partner with the Denver Housing Authority, Denver Public Schools, and St. Elizabeth’s School on key components of the campus,” said Joseph Greene, vice-chancellor of finance and administration at Johnson & Wales University.
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With the completion of this transaction, DPS owns the west side of the campus and plans to expand Denver School of the Arts (DSA) and to utilize the campus as a community arts hub. “When I heard that the [Johnson & Wales] University would be
selling the property right across the street, I began thinking about how DSA might expand to the campus to serve more students,” said Dr. Anthony McWright, Principal of Denver School of the Arts. The expansion will allow DSA to accept 500 to 700 additional students over time, focusing on equity and inclusion of low-income students and students of color. The west campus includes the Wildcat Center, Whatley Chapel, Academic Center, and Aspen Hall.
Denver Housing Authority (DHA) purchased the south portion of the campus, which includes Triangolo Hall and Gaebe Hall, two former dormitory buildings, with the goal of expanding affordable housing opportunities in
the community. “DHA is excited about this unique partnership to preserve opportunities for affordable housing in Denver and looks forward to working with the surrounding neighborhoods to create a vibrant community with our partners on campus,” said David Nisivoccia, Executive Director of Denver Housing Authority. Both
DHA and DPS were represented in this transaction by Dorit Fischer and Hayden Hirschfeld at NAI Shames Makovsky. ULC is the new owner of the east side of the campus and holds the land in a 99-year ground lease, which preserves its affordability and commitment to community-serving uses in perpetuity. ULC is partnering with the following organizations which will lease and/or purchase buildings on the east campus:
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ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTIFICATION OF LEVEL OF DETERMINATION CASE NO AA21-009, XCEL ENERGY 230 KV TRANSMISSION LINE 5113 PROPOSAL: Public Service Company of Colorado/Xcel Energy proposes replacement of approximately 12 miles of electrical conductor and appurtenant equipment on a 230 kiloVolt (kV) transmission line between County Road 185/ County Road 30 and County Road 221 and County Road 18 in Arapahoe County. The applicant has indicated the existing transmission line has been in service since approximately 1980 and the proposed project is necessary because the electrical conductor is approaching the end of its useful life. The applicant has also indicated no additional permanent easements are required for this project. Per Arapahoe County’s Regulations Governing Areas and Activities of State Interest in Arapahoe County (1041 Regulations), a Level of Determination of the impact of the proposed project is required. The County has conducted a review and evaluation of the proposed project based on the Level of Determination criteria and a determination has been made that there is a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). More information about this proposal is available at the offices of the Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department, Planning Division, 6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112 or by calling 720-874-6650 or by emailing planning@arapahoegov. com during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 17, 2021 Legal # 10285 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO PF20-007, SKY RANCH #04 / FINAL PLAT PROPOSAL: The applicant is proposing to develop the next phase of the Sky Ranch subdivision located to the east of Monaghan Road and north of 6th Avenue (parcel ID 1977-00-0-00-449). The next phase is approximately 65.19 acres and 229 units are proposed. The proposed units will include a mix of single family detached lots, paired/duplex units, and townhome units. Main entrances will be from Monaghan Road from the west and 6th Avenue from the south. A pocket park of 1.5 acres is included in this phase, as well as an approximately 14-acre open space and detention area. Parcel areas for a future fire station and recreation center have also been included for platting purposes however, these parcels will be developed using separate and future applications. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 6, 2021, at 9:30 A.M., or as soon thereafter as the calendar of the Arapahoe County Board of County Commission permits, a public hearing will be held; at which, all interested persons will be
given an opportunity to be heard concerning the above-described PF20-007, Final Plat. The public hearing is scheduled for the East Hearing Room, 5334 S Prince St., Littleton, CO 80120, however, please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 emergency the hearing will be conducted through remote access – please check the weekly public meeting agenda at https:// arapahoe.legistar.com/Calendar for specific information on how to attend and participate. The agenda will typically be posted by the Friday afternoon preceding the hearing. More information about this proposal is available at the offices of the Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department, Planning Division, 6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112 (by appointment only) or by calling 720-874-6650 or by emailing planning@arapahoegov.com during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 17, 2021 Legal # 10286 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP-21-28 ARAPAHOE COUNTY FACILITIES MASTER PLAN Notice is hereby given that the Arapahoe County Purchasing Division will be accepting proposals to establish a contract with a highly qualified firm to evaluate county facilities and spaces through a multi-phase project for the purpose of long-range capital and operational planning, to optimize the use of County properties and determine opportunities for consolidation of space or assets while continuing to provide appropriate access to County services for all citizens, as more fully described in the scope of services section of the solicitation. All Arapahoe County solicitations can be obtained from the County’s website. The Request For Proposal (RFP-21-28) document can be obtained by going to the Arapahoe County website www.arapahoegov.com, then go to the Finance Department, and under the Finance Department select Purchasing then go to the Quick Link for the Rocky Mountain ePurchasing website. Elec-tronic submissions will be accepted online via Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing Systems (RMEPS), www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado. Submittals must be received, electronically, no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on July 15, 2021. The County reserves the right to waive any or all informalities or irregularities and to reject any or all submittals. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 17, 2021 Legal # 10287 ___________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY COLORADO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION AGREEMENTS BETWEEN ARAPAHOE COUNTY
AND PARTICIPATING MUNICIPALITIES RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS FOR PROGRAM GRANT YEARS 2022-2024 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held on June 22, 2021 AT 9:30 a.m. or shortly thereafter in the West Hearing Room of the County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120, or via call-in at 877-229-8523: Pin 318669, to approve Intergovernmental Agreements with municipalities participating in the County’s HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs for the grant years of 2022, 2023, and 2024. Participation in the programs allows municipalities to access federal funds the County receives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The following municipalities have elected to participate in the programs: - Centennial - Deer Trail - Englewood - Glendale - Greenwood Village - Littleton - Sheridan - Unincorporated Arapahoe County Any individual, group, or agency wishing to comment may attend the hearing, call in, or submit written comment to Arapahoe County HCDS, 1690 W. Littleton Blvd., #300, Littleton, Colorado, 80120; or lescott@arapahoegov.com. Published in The Villager Published: June 17, 2021 Legal # 10291 ___________________________
COURTS DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 South Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado 80112 (303) 649-6355 Telephone PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, In the Interest of: ALEXI LYMAN-STERMER, BECKETT GREEN, AND LEGEND SONG Children, And concerning: Respondents. LAUREN SONG, JIMMY SONG, KEVIN GREEN, and ANTHONY FUENTES Heather L. Tomka, Esq. #50963 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for the People 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: 303.636.1895 Case No: 21JV6 Division: 22 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an
Adjudicatory Hearing and Default Judgement regarding Respondent Father, Kevin Green is set for June 28, 2021 at 9:30 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. Date: May 18, 2021 Heather L. Tomka, Esq. #50963 Assistant County Attorney Attorney for the People 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 Tel: 303.636.1895 Published in The Villager Published: June 17, 2021 Legal # 10292 ___________________________
SPECIAL DISTRICTS NOTICE OF INCLUSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there have been filed with the Board of Directors of Southgate Sanitation District of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, Colorado, a petition praying for the inclusion of certain land into such District. 1. The name and address of the petitioner mentioned in such petition and the legal description of the property to be included are as follows: Petitioner: Jacquie Hallenbeck Address: 3555 E. Willamette Lane Greenwood Village, CO 80121 Legal Description: THE SOUTH HALF OF PLOT 221, SOUTH DENVER GARDENS, TOGETHER WITH THE NORTH HALF OF VACATED WILLIAMETTE AVENUE ADJOINING SAID SOUTH HALF OF PLOT 221, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO 2. The prayer of the petition is that the above property be included into the boundaries of the District. 3. The area sought to be included into the District is located entirely within the City of Greenwood Village, Arapahoe County and does not include property within any other county or within any other incorporated city, town, or city and county, and the District currently encompasses property in Greenwood Village, Arapahoe County, and therefore no notice of the proposed inclusion under Section 32-1-207(2), C.R.S., as amended, is required. Accordingly, notice is hereby given to all interested persons to appear at a meeting of the Board of Directors of Southgate Sanitation District at 4:00 p.m. on July 13, 2021 at 3722 E. Orchard Road, Centennial, CO 80121 and show cause in writing, if any they have,
why such petition should not be granted. The failure of any person in the existing District to file a written objection shall be taken as an assent on his part to the inclusion of the property described in this notice. SOUTHGATE SANITATION DISTRICT By: /s/ Russell W. Dykstra, Counsel for the District Published in The Villager Published: June 17, 2021 Legal # 10288 ___________________________ NOTICE OF INCLUSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there have been filed with the Board of Directors of Southgate Water District of Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, Colorado, a petition praying for the inclusion of certain land into such District. 1. The names and address of the petitioners mentioned in such petition and the legal description of the property to be included are as follows: Petitioner: Willis Ashby and Karen Marie Burch Address: 7100 E. Prentice Avenue Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Description: Tract 12 Ex E 165 feet Belleview Heights, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado 2. The prayer of the petition is that the above property be included into the boundaries of the District.
The teenager who orchestrated a vape juice robbery that led to the death of a Centennial teen was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 40 years. Arapahoe County District Court Judge Ben Leutwyler sentenced Kenneth Gallegos, 19, of Aurora, for his role in the murder of Lloyd Chavez IV. The victim was 18 years old and a student at Cherokee Trail High School when he was shot and killed outside his home on May 8, 2019. A jury found Gallegos guilty April 9 of felony murder, attempted aggravated robbery, conspiracy
to commit aggravated robbery, and attempted theft. “If Kenneth Gallegos lived the things he learned in kindergarten, we would not be here today,” Leutwyler said. “But for your actions, Lloyd Chavez would be alive. You set the events in motion. … I am struck by the utterly senseless decisions that were made that day.” “The jury convicted this defendant of murder. He planned this crime and made sure it was executed, and that resulted in the needless death of a young person
full of promise,” said District Attorney John Kellner. “When a gun is involved in a crime, bad things can happen, and that is what we have here. “This sentence won’t bring Lloyd back, but perhaps his family can find some comfort in it.” Members of Chavez’s large family were present in the courtroom for sentencing and gave statements to the court. Chavez’s maternal grandmother read a statement from his younger sister, who was the first to Lloyd Chavez IV
You can attend the meeting in any of the following ways: 1. To attend via videoconference, e-mail csorensen@specialdistrictlaw.com to obtain a link to the videoconference. 2. To attend via telephone, dial 1-346-248-7799 or 1-253-215-2782 and enter the following additional ARAPAHOE COU information: OF LE (a) Meeting ID: 985 7371 NOTIFICATION 8887 DETERMINATIO (b) Passcode: 311994 CASE NO AA21-009 ENERGY 230 K COPPERLEAF METROPOLITAN TRANSMISSION LIN DISTRICT NO. 3
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/s/ PAULA J. WILLIAMSPROPOSAL: Public Se Attorney for the District Company of Colorado/X proposes replacement o mately 12 miles of electr Published in The Villager ductor and appurtenant Published: June 17, 2021 on a 230 kiloVolt (kV) tra Legal # 10290 line between County Ro ___________________________ County Road 30 and Co NOTICE OF VACANCY 221 and County Road 18 ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS hoe County. OF KINGS POINT SOUTH MET- The applica indicated ROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 1the existing tra line has been in service proximately 1980 and th TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, project is and particularly to the electors of necessary bec conductor is ap the Kings Point Southelectrical Metropoliing the end of its useful l Accordingly, notice is hereby tan District No. 1 (the “District”), given to all interested persons to City of Aurora, Douglasapplicant County, has also indica additional permanent ea appear at a meeting of the Board Colorado. are required for this proj of Directors of Southgate Water District at 4:00 p.m. on July 13, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, Per Arapahoe County’s R 2021 at 3722 E. Orchard Road, pursuant to Section 32-1-808, tions Governing Areas a Centennial, CO 80121 and show C.R.S., that one or more vacancies tieson of the State Interest in A cause in writing, if any they have, currently exist or will exist County (1041 Regulation why such petition should not be Board of Directors of the District. of Determination of the i granted. The failure of any person Any qualified, eligible elector of the the proposed in the existing District to file a writDistrict interested in serving on the project is r The County has conduct ten objection shall be taken as an Board of Directors for the District reviewwith and evaluation of assent on his part to the inclusion should file a Letter of Interest project based on of the property described in this the Board by 5:00 p.m.,posed on Monof Determination criteria notice. day, June 28, 2021. determination has been there is a Finding of No SOUTHGATE WATER DISTRICT Letters of Interest should be sent to Impact (FONSI). Kings Point South Metropolitan By: /s/ Russell W. Dykstra, Counsel District No. 1, c/o WHITE BEAR More information about t for the District ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON, proposal 2154 E. Commons Ave., Suite is available at t of the Arapahoe County Published in The Villager 2000, Centennial, CO 80122. Works and Developmen Published: June 17, 2021 Planning Division, Legal # 10289 KINGS POINT SOUTHment, METROLima ___________________________ POLITAN DISTRICT NO. 1 St., Centennial, CO or by calling 720-874-66 NOTICE AS TO AMENDMENT OF emailing planning@arap 2021 BUDGET By: /s/ WHITE BEAR ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON com during regular busin (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., COPPERLEAF METROPOLITAN Attorneys at Law through Friday). DISTRICT NO. 3 Published in The Villager ARAPAHOE COUNTY, Published: June 17, 2021 Joan Lopez, Clerk to the COLORADO Legal # 10293 Published in The Village Published: June 17, 202 — END OF LEGALS— Legal # 10285 ___________________ ARAPAHOE COU NOTICE OF PUBLIC H ing. CASE NO PF20-007, SK “Without the defendant’s plan#04 / FINAL PL 3. The area sought to be included into the District is located entirely within the City of Greenwood Village, Arapahoe County and does not include property within any other county or within any other incorporated city, town, or city and county, and the District currently encompasses property in Greenwood Village, Arapahoe County, and therefore no notice of the proposed inclusion under Section 32-1-207(2), C.R.S., as amended, is required.
Aurora teen sentenced in vape juice killing in Centennial SUBMITTED BY VIKKI MIGOYA OFFICE OF DISTRICT ATTORNEY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Sections 29-1-108 and 109, C.R.S., that the necessity has arisen for the amendment of the 2021 Budget of the Copperleaf Metropolitan District No. 3 (the “District”). A copy of the 2021 amended budget is on file at the office of the District Accountant, Simmons & Wheeler, P.C., 304 Inverness Way South, Suite 490, Englewood, Colorado 80112, where such is available for public inspection. Such proposed 2021 amended budget will be considered at a special meeting to be held on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 10:00 a.m., at the offices of McGeady Becher P.C., 450 E. 17th Ave., Suite 400, Denver, Colorado 80203. Although at least one individual will be physically present at the meeting location, due to public health concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19 the meeting will also be held via video/ telephonic means. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2021 amended budget, inspect the 2021 amended budget and file or register any objections thereto.
come to Lloyd’s aid after he was shot. “What happened that night has scarred me for life, and I can’t get it out of my head,” she said. “And I have to live without (Lloyd) every day of my life.” An aunt told the judge Gallegos was a “callous, hollow, remorseless human who has shown no emotion.” She asked the judge to “give this family the justice we deserve.” Chief Deputy District Attorney Christopher Gallo tried the case with Deputy District Attorney Gwenn Sandrock. Sandrock read a statement from Chavez’s paternal grandmother — Continued to next page — hearduring the June 2 sentencing
and execution of it, my grandson PROPOSAL: The applic posing to develop the ne would be alive today. It has been of the Sky Ranch subdiv clear to me that he is NOTlocated sorryto the east of Mo north of 6th Av for what he did. I believe Road he isand (parcel ID 1977-00-0-00 next phase only sorry that he got caught. It is approxima acres and 229 units are made me sick to my stomach to The proposed units will i mix of single family deta see him the day he was found paired/duplex units, and units. guilty and have no reaction. …Main entrances wi Monaghan Road from th “I am justifiably askingandthe 6th Avenue from the pocket park of 1.5 acres court that Kenneth Gallegos in this phase, as well as imately 14-acre open sp receive the maximum sentence detention area. Parcel a allowed. Though his sentence future will fire station and rec center have also been in never be enough to compensate platting purposes howev will be develope for a lifetime without ourparcels precious separate and future app Lloyd, I believe there would be some deserved justice forNOTICE our IS HEREBY GI on July 6, 2021, at 9:30 family if he is locked away for life. as soon thereafter as the of the Arapahoe County Even with a maximum sentence of Countyhe Commission p a public gets to live and breathe. Our littlehearing will be h which, all interested pers Lloyd does not.”
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Central City Opera’s 2021 Festival presented at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center. July 3 - Aug. 1 Mayor Pro Tem Kathy Turley and District 1 Council for four-week extravaganza of storytelling & Powerful Member Candace Moonare hosting a District 1 virtual meeting on Monday, June 28 at 7 p.m. Agenda: Zoning, voices, featuring classical music’s biggest talents, the Central City Opera Orchestra and rising stars from the Transportation Master Plan and Community Grants Program. Zoom meeting passcode is 357059. To dial in Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artists Training Program. The musical Carousel and Rigoletto will be produced in reference the Zoom Dian-In Guide and join using the the open-air. Info: visit centralcityopera.org. Tickets: Call Webinar ID: 989 5497 0813. 303-292-6700 or email boxoffice@centralcityopera.org
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Previously, the park was named Samson Park because MOA Co-Founders John and Marjorie Madden had a beloved Yorkshire Terrier named Samson. In 2015, the park was renamed in memory of the late Marjorie P. Madden. Seven bronze sculptures by Harry Marinsky represent stories from Alice in Wonderland and were some of my favorites of the collection. The website describes the park as “a place of merrymaking, an off-the-beaten-path in an English garden setting where you can walk away from the everyday, let your imagination wander and be the hero or heroine of your own story.” I was delighted by it. The Museum of Outdoor
Arts has announced their summer event schedule. Events this summer include a Lunch & Learn Series, YogaRita (a yoga session followed by margaritas), UnWine Wednesdays and Concerts in the Park. Marjorie Park will be open for special and private events only during 2021 as they finish details in the park and continue to construct the visitors center/offices. Daily hours should return in 2022. For more information or to register for events, visit MOAonline.org/events. Lisa J. Shultz is a Denver native. She loves to inspire exploration of the city’s treasures in her book Essential Denver. Find out more about her and her book on her website LisaJShultz.com or call her at 303-881-9338.
The Queen of Hearts by Harry Marinsky, 1994 Bronze
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Opium Poppy (Femmes de Fleurs Miagiques series) by Tiffany Matheson, 2021. Mixed media with LEDs.
Alice & the Cheshire Cat by Harry Marinsky, 1994 Bronze