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Lantz announces run for Rakowsky leaves Greenwood Village Greenwood Village Mayor a better place n 1988, United States Air Force Colonel Ron Rakowsky was transferred from the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. to the Air Reserve Personnel Center at Lowry Air Force Base in Denver to serve as Staff Judge Advocate. In that position, he supervised 900 lawyers from Bangkok to Berlin. Ron and his wife, Dr. Margaret Rakowsky, retired Air Force Academy associate professor of chemistry, moved to Greenwood Village because they wanted their son Robert, who was about to start high school, to attend school in the Cherry Creek School District. Ron retired from the Air Force in 1994 and went to work as the director of credit union leasing for the Colorado Credit Union League, where he remained until 2007. Rakowsky first joined the Greenwood Village board of adjustments and appeals in 2003 and ran for city council that same year. By 2005 he was Mayor Pro Tem. In November 2010, then-GV Mayor Nancy Sharpe was elected Arapahoe County Commissioner. When Sharpe took office in January 2011, Rakowsky was appointed to complete the remaining eleven months of her term as mayor. He ran for his first
full four-year term in November 2011, and again four years later. He was unopposed in both elections. Limited to two full terms by law, Rakowsky will retire from Greenwood Village city government after this year’s election for mayor and all of city council on November 5. Rakowsky is proud to have had a personal role in helping bring AMG Bank, National Bank Holdings, and COBANK to Greenwood Village. He also initiated the undergrounding of utility lines, an important program that continues today. As mayor, Rakowsky worked to raise the standards for all city employees, including police officers. He spent a lot of time consulting with the city manager on hiring decisions and actively getting to know the people who worked in city hall. The mayor has mentored dozens of young people through the years. Asked how it became a calling for him, he shrugged and said, “Judging people has become second nature to me. I’m fortunate that I’ve had a good track record for getting it right.” Some of the things Mayor Rakowsky has enjoyed most in his nine years on the job are conducting the youth Honor Band and Colorado
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A family portrait with George and Debbie and their two sons, John, left and David, right.
George Lantz is announcing his candidacy for mayor of Greenwood Village in the upcoming November election. He is the present Mayor Pro-Tem of Greenwood Village. He and his wife Debbie have resided in Huntington Acres for the past 30 years. Current Greenwood Mayor Ron Rakowsky is term limited from seeking another term as city mayor and will retire from office. Lantz has a long record of service to Greenwood Village and is presently serving his second term on the city council. He has served on the board of adjust-
ment and appeals for 12 years as chair and vice-chairman. He was a member of the planning and zoning commission for eight years and chair for three years. Lantz has been an active member of his Huntington Acres Homeowners Association for 23 years and has served as president for 20 years. A graduate of the University of Wyoming, he participated on the Cowboy wrestling team. He obtained a BS in Civil Engineering and an MS in Industrial Management from the University of Wyoming. He has had a successful
professional life as president of Iofina, an exploration and production company. A founding partner with Voyant Technologies, a telecommunications company that developed audio conferencing that grew to a world-wide market share leader. The Lantz sons, John and David, both attended Cherry Creek High School and John has graduated from Vanderbilt University and David graduating from Wake Forest University. Most recently, Lantz was president of Glenmoor Country Club. When not participating in community service he likes to fly fish, golf, and travel.
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Wind Ensemble when they play at Curtis Park every August, the Village Read program and dedicating the new South Metro Fire Rescue Station 31 on East Orchard Road and South Havana Street in 2016. Equally gratifying, he says, has been representing Greenwood Village at the Denver Regional Council of Governments. While on the council, he sat on the nominating committee, representing the city at ribbon cuttings and special events, public and private, and had the opportunity to meet mayors and chief executives of Denver and other cities from around the world, as well as local agencies like CDOT and RTD. The mayor regrets not trying to buy 51-acre Mountain View Golf Course from the Bansbach family and make it a part of Greenwood Village before it was developed into Belleview Station. He also regrets not trying harder to get foreign consulates to move to Greenwood Village, where they would fit in perfectly. We inquired what the mayor thinks Greenwood Village will look like in the future. Rakowsky said that Orchard Station will eventually be redeveloped, but it will take a change in “political factors.” Asked how he thinks it could be developed under the city’s current comprehensive plan,
revised by the new city council elected in 2017, the mayor said that the comprehensive plan will have to be changed. Rakowsky’s advice for the person who follows him: never forget that Greenwood Village has good constituents and a great staff. Recognize that it’s a 24/7 responsibility and make sure you continue the city’s positive participation in regional affairs. We asked some of the people who have known Mayor Rakowsky personally and professionally to share their thoughts about him. Dustin Varney, Greenwood Village Chief of Police said, “Life, regardless of whether it’s on a personal or professional level, is about evolution. Ron Rakowsky always sought out ways to see the potential in others and pass on his knowledge to help others evolve. I am one who has been blessed with his wisdom being passed onto me. Remarkable man, one that will never be forgotten for what he has done for me personally and professionally.” Arapahoe County Commissioner Nancy Sharpe described the mayor this way: “Anyone who knows Ron knows how thoughtful he is. He remembers to reach out to his many friends on birthdays and on other special occasions. In today’s busy times, that is a rare quality. We have
Reporter Freda Miklin with retiring Mayor Ron Rakowsky
always been able to openly and honestly discuss ideas and issues and, at times, respectfully disagree. Ron is a person that I have always been able to count on as a colleague and friend and I sincerely value that.” South Metro Fire Chief Bob Baker has worked with Mayor Rakowsky for many years. He said, “Mayor Rakowsky is a stalwart champion of public safety, including South Metro Fire Rescue. During his tenure, he has treated our emergency responders like family and always includes them as part of the Greenwood Village team.
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He has also been a confidant, encourager, mentor and dear friend to this fire chief. I owe Ron a great debt of gratitude for generously sharing his brilliant intellect, unwavering support and enduring loyalty.” Bryan Zerr is a local C.P.A. and real estate professional who counts Ron and Margaret Rakowsky as personal friends of himself and his wife Brianna. He says, “Mayor Ron Rakowsky has been a mentor and friend for nearly ten years. He took me under his wing when I was 23. What began as an education about public service, evolved beyond anything I could have
imagined – including lessons in relationships, business, philanthropy, spirituality, and care of one’s health. Ron has broadened my thinking, expanded my perspective, and inspired me. All who know Ron would agree he embodies the definition of the phrase “Great American.” Greater still and more impressively, I would add, he is an even more outstanding husband, father, grandfather, and friend.” What does the mayor plan to do after he leaves office in November? Rakowsky hopes to find a place where he can continue to serve his community. He named Castlewood Water and Sanitation and South Metro Fire Rescue as two organization on whose board he would like to serve, if possible. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com Editorial comment/ I met Ron Rakowsky when he was appointed to the Board of Adjustments and Appeals in 2003 and I was its chairperson. It was immediately obvious that he was sincerely dedicated to community service, a value we shared. We became and remain close friends. Ron strongly encouraged me to run for GV City Council in 2015 and was my greatest supporter while I was in that position.
Cherry Creek School Board will not replace Willman BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
At its regular meeting on June 6, the Cherry Creek School Board decided it would not appoint a replacement for former board president Dave Willman, who resigned on May 3 after using a racially-charged term at a teacher’s banquet four days earlier. Willman’s term would have ended later this year and he was not eligible for re-elec-
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tion due to term limits. Karen Fisher was selected from the four remaining board members to serve as president after Willman stepped down. Under the board’s procedures, qualified citizens who wished to be considered for appointment to represent now-vacant District C had until May 28 to apply to the board to be considered for the position. If the board did not make an appointment, Fisher had the option of doing so herself. Ultimately, Fisher and the board chose nei-
ther alternative. After receiving applications, the board chose two finalists, Angela Green Garland and C.J. Whelan, and conducted interviews with both. At the June 6 meeting, current board members announced that Garland and Whelan “both have résumés that include years of service to local organizations and deep roots within the district.” After deliberation, the board decided the best course of action was to allow the regular
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electoral process to proceed with the position vacant. Explained Fisher, “We had two exceptionally qualified candidates who both would serve the district well, therefore, the board opted to allow the democratic process to proceed by having our voters decide. If more time remained before the election (it will occur on November 5), the board likely would have chosen to appoint someone. We trust and respect the community and we want them to choose who they want
to help lead our district in the coming years.” Details of the election process will be released over the summer, according to the Cherry Creek Schools website. In addition to District C, the seats presently held by Janice McDonald in District B and Eric Parish in District A will be up for election. Both McDonald and Parish are finishing their first four-year term and plan to seek re-election. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
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the city and county with her eagle eye and great grasp of Mort Marks is taking a vareal estate with the Kentwood World War II with Charlie Mer- how government operates from a long career in finance and her cation break this week. He’s rill of famous Merrill/Lynch. Company. service to the city on boards and been churning out his He graduated from ColumMort and I talk on the city council. She is one of the column in this newsbia University after getting phone every day. He paper for over three drafted into World War ll. As reads The Villager with best writers that we have ever decades. our long-standing subscribers a fine tooth comb every had at this newspaper in our 37It is very possiweek. He tells me what he know, he ended up in a frozen year span of coverage. ble that Mort is the thinks of the weekly news- foxhole at the infamous Battle Mort continues to pound on oldest, continuous paper. We’ve had fun of the Bulge where American me to do more advertising to editorial columnist, at age 94, down through the years rehash- forces turned back the last gasp attract new subscribers, stating writing in America, maybe the ing editorial opinions back and Nazi attack against the Allies. how much he enjoys reading world. We’ve found one sports forth when we disagree on a He received a battlefield comthis newspaper every week. topic. He doesn’t believe in ex- mission and silver star for his writer who still covers basketCall B.T. at the subscription treme exercise and thinks that it military service. ball at age 97. He is well, his mind is sharp wears out your heart and body Mort is just one of our team desk 303-773-8313 x 301, only as a tack, and he still enjoys needlessly. He may be right at here at The Villager. Today we $1 a week delivered through the independent living with his his age, but I tend to differ and have one of the finest team pro- U.S. mail. ducing this newspaper that we wife Edie. He uses an electric believe that modest exertion is The future of this newspaper have ever had. The team leader depends upon subscribers and powered chair to maneuver the key to good health. is my wife Gerri who faithfully around their lovely home and The last few years we have our growing list of advertisers goes to the newspaper every he spends most days reading, come closer to agree on issues day and maintains quality con- who see the value in a local writing, watching the news, most of the time. Both Mort newspaper reaching residents in trol over the entire operation. and talking with friends on his and I are in shock over the their homes every week. This week follow the magphone. He loves his “cocoa” strong drift to socialism in the We thank you for reading every morning as Edie departs United States. Mort started his nificent reporting of GV resident Freda Miklin who covers for her very successful career in career in New York City after and supporting this newspaper!
It was another busy week in the newspaper business as summer events continue to unfold. Had a great time at the TAPS 14TH annual event at the Grove Ranch on Parker Rd. Sat. night. Scottie Iverson was there gathering her Villager Flair page photos along with a large generous crowd supporting the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors. Led by a stellar local couple, Bo and Lynne Cottrell, the South Metro Executive V.P. Doug Tisdale and LongHorn Steakhouse Tim Bohah, managing partner, cut the ribbon at the new Littleton restaurant at 8285 West Bowles Ave. event features Nashville songwriters, along with our own star Council member George Lantz ribeye performer, Tony David and his told me that he had decided to steak as WildeFire entertainment trio. run for mayor of Greenwood the doors Funds go to assist families Village in Nov. when Mayor opened for who have lost loved ones in Rakowsky retires and is term business military service. If you missed limited. George is the present at 3 p.m. the dinner, you may still doMayor Pro-Tem and will seek *** nate to the worthy cause at to move up to the mayor post. Had a www.TAPS.org/Colorado I’ve known George for a good visit *** number of years and certainly with ArapaSunday, played the ninehoe County endorse his candidacy for hole golf course at Heather CommisMayor. He is level headed, Gardens with two daughters sioner Bill has a strong business backand my son. If you like to play ground, and is well versed in Holen nine-holes and want to find a Friday afGreenwood city government. fun course, Heather Gardens is ternoon. He *** the right golf course for you. Tuesday afternoon, I joined is a busy *** leader and Scottie Iverson at the South Following golf, Metro Denver Cham- writes a we enjoyed the Fa- REMARKS MARKS BY MORT ber ribbon cutting at column in ther’s Day brunch the brand-new Long- The VillagStan Reynolds and grandson Cade with classic at the Clinton St. er every Horn Steakhouse in View House along two weeks. 1950 Jaguar Littleton. Chamber with 500 other Executive V.P. Doug. Bill’s a committee progress. They will families. Through Tisdale presided at Democrat from Aurora and issue a report later this sumthe mayhem, the the “Lasso cutting” I’m a Republican, but we are mer and you can expect this restaurant perat the front door with both military veterans and have issue to be on the Nov. ballot. Mort will managing partner formed admirable a mutual interest in Arapahoe *** be on and the buffet even Timothy Bodah and County government. Bill, and Saturday morning the featured lobster vacation the restaurant crew. I both come from an era where Heritage Eagle Bend Golf tails, unusual for partisan politics wasn’t as Club held their annual Stanley this week Bodah has hired 65 most buffets. We employees to work divisive as it is today. We’re Auto Show with sweepstakes wanted to watch at the new restaurant friends and while we don’t winners Brad and Lisa Yeager the PGA U.S. Open and the that is located at 8285 West agree on presidential matters, with their 1956 Ford Thundergigantic television set proBowles Ave. (Almost Wadwe do agree on the fact that bird. About 40 cars were on vided great sport action. sworth). Tim and his wife Sa- the county needs a new jail. display at the HEB Clubhouse *** brina have moved to Colorado The commissioners have parking lot and Corvettes Last Monday morning, I had and have been developing the appointed a 25 bi-partisan com- seemed to be the most popular coffee at McDonalds, where mittee to study the jail needs new Longhorn franchise for cars. However, John Tambomany locals go for mid-mornthe past year. Tisdale enjoyed and our governmental reporter rrra’s 1990 Testarosa Ferrari was another award winner. ing coffee and discussions. Freda Miklin is covering the the first bite of a succulent
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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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Colorado leaders urge voters to reject anti-TABOR ballot measure in November
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urrent and former elected leaders and business leaders from across Colorado announced the formation of “No on CC,” an issue committee that urges Colorado voters to reject Proposition CC this November. Proposition CC is a referred ballot measure, passed out of the state legislature this spring, that seeks to undermine our Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) by forcing Colorado taxpayers to permanently forfeit our constitutionally-guaranteed tax refunds. As someone who cares deeply about the future of higher education in Colorado, I know Proposition CC will do nothing to lower tuition or provide long-term support for our public universities,” said Heidi Ganahl, CU Regent At-Large and co-chair of the No on CC campaign. “While pro-
ponents will promise voters that it will solve our higher education funding issues, there are no guarantees in the measure. It simply creates a slush fund that future politicians in the legislature can spend however they like - and in return voters are expected to permanently give away their refunds.” Ganahl joins former State Treasurers Walker Stapleton and Mark Hillman, along with 18th Judicial District Attorney George Brauchler, as co-chairs of the No on CC coalition. An additional advisory board, including a developing list of additional Colorado leaders, can be viewed at the bottom of this release. Former Colorado Governor Bill Owens, a member of the No on CC advisory board, urged Colorado voters to look past the shortterm promises peddled by the measure’s proponents and to focus on the permanent and unchecked
spending that would follow Proposition CC’s passage. “Having served as Governor when Referendum C passed in 2005, I understand the difference between short-term adjustments during funding crises and permanent blank checks that the state government too often wishes it could write itself,” said Owens. “Proposition CC is the latter, and for the sake of future generations of Colorado taxpayers, I urge voters to reject it in November.” During a discussion about the related legislation this spring, Speaker K.C. Becker admitted in a committee hearing that the measure couldn’t provide any assurances as to how the supposed ‘excess’ revenue generated by TABOR refund forfeiture would be allocated in the future. Proposition CC comes on the heels of public poll commissioned in January which found that 71 percent of Coloradans sup-
What happens when we all fall down? As politics has become all-consuming these days, my column this week will pivot to health, offering a respite from the usual news, fake or otherwise. Once upon a time when we were in our early lives, we fell down frequently. This was as we learned to walk, ride a bicycle, learned to ski, and played sports. In those days, we just got up, dusted ourselves off, and went back to whatever we were doing. At the other end of life, falls are not merely an inconvenience. Much more can be bruised or broken than one’s ego. Bones and internal organs are much less tolerant of a tumble to the ground in a 75-year-old compared to a 5-year-old. A study recently published in the JAMA medical journal found that from 2000 to 2016, the rate of mortality from falls in the over 75 age group has more than doubled. Specifically, from a rate of 52 to 111 per 100,000 people. These numbers aren’t simply falls but those who died from their falls. Researchers cannot explain the increase. People are living longer, and orthopedic surgeries are keeping elderly
individuals mobile where they are also more prone to fall. The fact remains that falls are a big problem for the elderly. Some statistics from the CDC make the point. Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury in older adults. One BY BRIAN C. in four Americans JOONDEPH over age 65 fall each year. Falls result in 2.8 million injuries treated in emergency rooms each year with 800,000 hospitalizations and 27,000 deaths. Every 19 minutes, a senior citizen dies from a fall. We hear much about overdose deaths compared to falls. About 70,000 Americans died in 2017 from a drug overdose, more than falls but only by a small factor. Drug abuse receives much more attention compared to falls. There is a nationwide push to limit opioid prescriptions and subsequent addiction, but we hear little about falling. No administration will appoint a “fall czar” although all have a “drug czar”. What can be done? Keep active and stay strong. Core strength will help keep you upright, particularly when moving from an awkward position or lifting an odd object. Strength training is not just for young athletes, those of all ages can ben-
efit from sensible weight lifting and conditioning. Get an eye exam. Decreased vision in one eye, due to a cataract, macular degeneration, or a host of other conditions can reduce depth perception, making it easier to miss a step or curb, leading to a fall. Watch those medications. Many can cause dizziness as a side effect. Dehydration can play a role as well, particularly in our warm dry climate. Check out the home front. Is lighting adequate, particular around stairs and steps? Use a nightlight to illuminate the way for those middle of the night bathroom runs where sleepiness and darkness can lead to a fall. Are there rails on both sides of staircases? Is there something to grab onto in the shower or bathtub where water makes everything more slippery? US Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun died after a fall at age 90. He fell at home, broke his hip, and suffered complications after surgery, leading to a downhill spiral. My father suffered a similar fate. Falls are common in the elderly and many can be prevented by fall-proofing the home and maintaining physical strength and balance. Otherwise as the nursery rhyme goes, “Ashes, ashes, we all fall down.”
port TABOR when provided the definition of the amendment, compared to just 28 percent who oppose it.
NO on CC Co-Chairs: • • • • • • • • • • •
Former State Treasurer Walker Stapleton Former State Treasurer Mark Hillman CU Regent at-Large Heidi Ganahl District Attorney George Brauchler Advisory Board: Former Gov. Bill Owens Former U.S. Senator Hank Brown Congressman Ken Buck Colorado House Minority Leader Patrick Neville Former Colorado House Speaker Frank McNulty Colorado State
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Denver Academy opens James E. Loan Athletic Center Building Completes Phase One of Denver Academy’s 50th Anniversary Building on Excellence Project SUBMITTED BY DENVER ACADEMY
Denver Academy, an independent school serving diverse learners, announced the opening of its new James E. Loan Athletic Center to be used by all students at the school in grades 1 through 12. A special ribbon-cutting and grand opening event was held at the Academy on Monday, May 6 for faculty, staff, friends and family of the school, and students attended a pep assembly the following day. The celebration marked the completion of the building, which began construction in May of 2018, and also the end of Phase One of DA’s twophased Building on Excellence 50th Anniversary construction project and capital campaign. The Grand Opening included a ribbon-cutting with Athletic Center donors, Gayle and Steve Mooney and members of their family, as well as building namesake and
L to R: Two members of the Mooney Family; Denver Academy Board Chair Ed Callahan; Denver Academy Headmaster Mark Twarogowski; James E. Loan Athletic Center Donors Gayle (with scissors) and Steve Mooney; building namesake, James E. Loan; additional members of the Mooney Family including DA Alumna Mandy Robertson, pictured with her husband Matt and son Grayson.
former Denver Academy Headmaster James E. Loan. Remarks on the project and its importance were given by Denver Academy Headmaster Mark Twarogowski, James E. Loan, DA Board Chair Ed Callahan, Incoming Board Chair Kristi Taddonio Mullins (Class of ‘94), and other current and former DA staff members. The Denver Academy Drumline kicked off the event with a performance, appetizers and beverages
Denver Academy’s (DA) new James E. Loan Athletic Center is now open and completes Phase One of 50th Anniversary Building on Excellence Campaign. Photos by Rockin’ A Studio Povy Kendall Atchison
were served, and DA athletic and physical education staff members provided information on the exciting features of the Center during attendees’ self-guided tours. “Reflecting back, probably the thing I’m most proud of is that Denver Academy has served thousands of kids, families, and teachers who have gone on to use what they learned at DA in other ways in their lives,” said James E. Loan at the Athletic Center Grand Opening. “The future is bright and this is a humbling honor.” The James E. Loan Athletic Center is located on the southeast corner of Denver Academy’s 22acre campus, adjacent to Richardson Hall. The 25,000 square-foot facility has a regulation varsity-sized multi-use gym, complete with 500 seats, which will allow the school to host regional and state tournaments. The building includes additional features like
locker rooms, a weight room and a dance studio. It will also provide a place where DA’s community of students and staff can all gather in one location. The new center has been named in honor of James E. Loan who was with Denver Academy from 1974 to 2008. Mr. Loan started as Associate Director and Master Teacher at DA and was the co-creator of the school’s pioneering curricula. In his more than three decades with the school, he served as a strategist, fundraiser and administrator, specifically in his role as Denver Academy Headmaster from 1992 to 2008. Denver Academy worked with architects Cuningham Group Architecture, Inc. and contractors JHL Constructors on the Athletic Center and on the Elementary/6th Grade Building renovation project, which opened in February 2019 and was also part of Phase One of the Building on Excellence Campaign. Read more about the Elementary/6th Grade Building renovation and see photos here. Denver Academy extends its thanks to donors Gayle and Steve Mooney, who named the new athletic center in honor of James E. Loan, the Lockton Family for which the gymnasium is named, and to many more in the DA community and beyond who have donated to the project. “I’m so proud of what we have accomplished for our school in Phase One of DA’s Building on Excellence campaign,” said Headmaster Mark Twarogowski. “With the James E. Loan Athletic Center,
we can now adequately support our current athletic and physical education programs and also expand athletic opportunities and team sports in the future. It also finally provides us with a space where our entire community can gather. Our newly renovated Elementary/6th Grade Building provides the right-sized classrooms and flexible learning spaces we needed for grades one to six. Now we look to Phase Two and a much-needed Performing Arts Center!”
Denver Academy’s Building on Excellence 50th Anniversary Campaign
DA’s two-phased Building on Excellence 50th Anniversary construction project and capital campaign continues. It aims to celebrate the schools 50th anniversary in 2022 and to prepare Denver Academy for the next 50 years. Phase Two of the Building on Excellence project includes a new Performing Arts Center on campus as well as the growth of the DA Endowment Fund. To date, with the generous support of Denver Academy’s Board of Directors, faculty, staff, and major donors, Denver Academy has raised $20,000,000 for the Building on Excellence capital campaign and construction projects. Find out more about the Elementary/6th Grade Building renovation and additional projects of the Building on Excellence campaign here. For more information, visit: www.denveracademy.org.
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BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
At a GV city council study session on February 25, 2019, a committee chaired by Council Member Anne Ingebretsen and including Mayor Pro Tem George Lantz, Dave Bullock and Judy Hilton presented a plan to create a zoning overlay for commercial businesses on Arapahoe Road, east and west of I-25. The type of development envisioned by the plan essentially mirrored what exists currently, “retail/restaurant/ entertainment” west of I-25 and “hotel and big box retail closer to the interstate…” east of I-25. What was new was a plan to give sales tax rebates to future developers as part of a “‘template agreement’ (to) offer economic incentives to those property owners rehabilitating or reconstructing existing buildings.” The template for tax rebates was public improvements that developers might contribute, which Ingebretsen’s committee described this way: “Whatever the (city) council decides is a benefit to the overall public realm and Greenwood Village image can be considered a ‘public improvement’ for purposes of reimbursement eligibility.” The committee also presented another novel idea for consideration, that GV “budget a specific amount of funds to be used on a first-come, firstserved basis. Qualifying façade or site improvement projects could thereby seek reimbursement for a certain amount of their project cost,” though there was concern that, for example, “a rebate of $50,000 may not be enough incentive for a $250,000 façade enhancement.” The plan stated that the city should consider investing in public improvements in the area, but included no specific plans to do so. After discussion by the entire city council, the plan and the accompanying proposed ordinance were tabled. The committee went back to the drawing board. On May 6, Ingebretsen, Lantz, Bullock, and Hilton presented a revised overlay district to be named the Arapahoe Entertainment District. The new location was Arapahoe Road only west of South Yosemite Street, presently zoned Mixed Commercial. Ingebretsen said, “In addition to investments that we may be willing to make as a city, we want to create incentives for landowners to also invest in their properties...Turns out we already have…a sales tax rebate program that fits this entertainment district almost to a T.” Fellow district two council member Dave Kerber said, “There are 21 places to eat
a maximum of $16,983,720 had been paid. That arrangement is still in place. The total amount paid to date under that agreement is $4,874,730. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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Road. Presently in the review process in GV’s planning department is a proposal to convert the 4.2-acre sight at 7939 E. Arapahoe Road to “repurpose the existing 54,350 square foot building as a destination entertainment venue.” Even McDonald’s at 6686 S. Yosemite Court is being demolished and completely rebuilt. None of these developments, completed or in-process, required or requested rezoning, city funds, or sales tax rebates. The only time sales tax rebates were used in recent history in Greenwood Village was to support specific public improvements needed to build the Landmark development. In order to get the Landmark Towers and retail area development done, in 2005 the city came to an agreement with the developer to rebate 50 percent of enhanced sales taxes from the new retail area to offset the developer’s cost to 1) build the underground parking garage for the movie theatre, restaurants, and shopping area; 2) extend Greenwood Plaza Boulevard from Roslyn Street to Syracuse Street; and 3) re-
and 12 places to get drunk (in GV on Arapahoe Road west of South Yosemite Street). It is an entertainment district now.” He went on, “I don’t see any use (in the proposed overlay zoning) that can’t be done now, under the current ordinance…We have a pretty successful strip shopping mall there right now.” Buxton Customer Analytics describes sales tax rebates as a “development tool used. by municipalities…to attract and retain businesses or provide infrastructure for a development project.” In recent years, Arapahoe Road in Greenwood Village has seen significant redevelopment, built without giving developers sales tax rebates or funds to cover the cost of site improvements on their private property. Examples are REI, Chuy’s Restaurant, and Torchy’s Tacos. The rebuilt and rebranded Cinnebarre Greenwood Plaza is about to open (in place of the old Greenwood Theatre) and Molly’s Spirits is in the process of taking over the space formerly occupied by Incredible Wine and Spirits at 8557 E. Arapahoe A
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Broncos mourn loss of owner Pat Bowlen
clear throughout his ownership that he wanted the organization to be focused on winning and making a difference in the community. Affectionately referred to as “Mr. B” by many, Pat Bowlen
built a culture of winning within the Broncos that resulted in unprecedented sustained success. The Broncos posted as many Super Bowl appearances (7) as losing seasons under Mr. Bowlen, including the club’s back-to-back World Championships following the 1997 and 1998 seasons and its victory in Super Bowl 50 after the 2015 season. Only one owner in NFL history has presided over more Super Bowl appearances (7) than Pat Bowlen, who made it clear that winning would always be the organization’s top priority. Inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in 2007, Pat Bowlen’s championship mentality included an extraordinary commit-
ment to the community. He felt a strong responsibility for the organization to be invested in the Rocky Mountain Region, once saying, “It’s important to me that this organization lives up to the high reputation and that people connect the Denver Broncos with Colorado.” As chairman of the board of Denver Broncos Charities, Mr. Bowlen donated more than $35 million to charitable organizations in the Denver area since the inception of that fund in 1993. His status and reputation as an owner were recognized locally in 2013 when he received the Mizel Institute Community Enrichment Award, the region’s most prestigious philanthropic accolade, for his community leadership and commitment to the city of Denver and state of Colorado.
anything about music except keeping good records on what sold. The relationships were the fun part and the business grew each year. By 1999 it was time to consider change (he had never done the same thing for so long). Donna gave the green light and he started pursuing the crazy idea of making a living leading group tours in the U.S. and Canada. The transition was a 3-4 year process resulting in the sale of the previous business and becoming a full-time tour director. Once again Larry’s strength was working for smaller companies that provided the opportunity for maximum variety (a lot more prep work but avoided repetition and the bureaucracy of larger organizations). The result: he led tours
in 47 states, 9 Canadian provinces, and a variety of international destinations. After deciding to stay closer to home, Larry became much more involved in local tourism and history education. In addition to limited paid work, he served as volunteer tour guide at the Colorado State Capitol, Byers-Evans House, History Colorado walking tours, Historic Denver walking tours, Denver Center for the Performing Arts Backstage tours, and compiling historic info for Doors Open Denver sites. There was a period of part time work at the Visit Denver downtown Visitor Center. One of the most fulfilling experiences was providing history presentations at
the Longmont Senior Center for responsive, well-informed seniors who absorbed everything offered. He officially retired in summer of 2017. He most recently has served as a volunteer usher at the Denver Center Theater Company and at the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo, as a Denver International Airport Ambassador, and as a Colorado Rockies usher. Through it all, the most important highlights of his life are his marriage to Donna Anderson in 1971, and the births of son Aron in 1975, daughter Sonja 1980, grandson Leo in 2010, granddaughter Elisabetta in 2013, and granddaughter Zoe in 2017. The marriage of Sonja to Daniel Winik in 2014 was a very special occasion.
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It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the Denver Broncos mourn the loss of Owner Pat Bowlen, who passed away June 13 at age 75 following his courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. The Broncos extend their deepest sympathies to Mr. Bowlen’s wife, Annabel, his children (Amie, Beth, Patrick, Johnny, Brittany, Annabel, Christianna) and his entire family. The organization also offers its sincere condolences to Broncos fans, Mr. Bowlen’s friends and the many individuals around the National Football League who worked with him. A 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame selection, Mr. Bowlen
Pat Bowlen with daughters Annabel, Beth Bowlen Wallace and Amie Bowlen Klemmer at the 2013 Mizel Institute Gala File photo
guided the Broncos during his 35-year ownership with a simple phrase: “I want to be No. 1 in everything.” He was introduced as majority owner of the Broncos on March 23, 1984, and made it
Larry Eugene Ralston January 25, 1947 – June 8, 2019
Larry’s roots are firmly planted in rural northwest Ohio, the eastern end of the Corn Belt. After graduating from the Ohio State University, he had responsibility for a county 4-H program, managed a small radio station, managed the National Cattlemen’s Association state affiliate in Indiana, and worked for Indiana Farm Bureau. Being the Communication Director for the American Sheep Industry Association brought the family to Colorado in 1987. It became clear that his strength was that of the independent entrepreneur. He was at his best working with lim-
ited resources and staff that required creativity, innovation, and developing volunteers. When this job ended in 1991, the family remained committed to Colorado as home. He found an existing small business: a one person operation distributing recorded tapes & CD’s through convenience stores and small truck stops. The best locations were rural, somewhat remote on major routes. It soon became apparent that other vendors had similar products. The business was all about building relationships with these rural managers and owners. He didn’t know
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GV student claims top prize at international science fair 16-year-old Greenwood Village native Krithik Ramesh poses for a picture after winning the Gordon E. Moore Award at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona last month.
You may have heard of Krithik Ramesh. The 16-year-old Cherry Creek High School student has been everywhere, having been recently featured on several of Denver’s TV news stations, in the Denver Post, on Colorado Public Radio, and even a few national publications, like Forbes and Bloomberg. The reason? His science fair project. Yes, his science fair project. But Ramesh, who hails from Greenwood Village, wasn’t building a baking soda volcano or growing peas in an old egg carton. No, he spent the better part of nine months working on a project that could very well revolutionize a complicated surgical procedure. “It’s a navigation system for spinal reconstruction surgery,” he explained. “I developed a live-time navigation system that uses machine learning to predict spine biomechanics and behaviors to optimize the surgical approach.” Using a database of over 2,000 images of spinal structures from around the world and three separate machine learning algorithms, the system uses a Microsoft HoloLens to give the surgeon an augmented-reality view of the patient’s spine, which shows the projected effects of the placement of screws, as well
as the targeted spinal position. Ramesh’s project–which earned him the $75,000 Gordon E. Moore Award at the prestigious Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) last month–proved to be so accurate that it has the potential to replace the current industry standard. “The current system of navigation they use is called fluoroscopy, which is a live-time x-ray that allows the surgeon to see into the patient in live time,” he said. “But it imposes significant physiological harm to the patient, as well as the surgical team, because it emits a lot of radiation.” But the radiation isn’t the only downside to the procedure. “[Fluoroscopy] has limited visual acuity,” Ramesh continued. “You’re viewing a three-dimensional structure on a two-dimensional plane, so you lose a lot of pertinent information.” The loss of that vital information shows in the success rate of the surgery. In his project, Ramesh cites a University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery study, which found that the screw placement accuracy for fluoroscopy is just 76 percent. “That’s a pretty alarming number considering you’re putting screws in somebody’s spine,” he said. So he set out to improve it. But his new system, like a lot of scientific discoveries through-
out history, wasn’t something he sought out. While playing Just Dance on his XBOX–a video game which scores players on their ability to match dance moves–Ramesh became curious about the motion tracking technology used to assess each player’s dancing. As he tinkered with the device, he began to wonder about other ways to apply the technology. It snowballed from there. After enough research, Ramesh eventually dove headfirst into the world of neurosurgery and developed the algorithms that will teach the augmented reality system–the HoloLens–the predicted effect of each screw. Using a pre-operation CT Scan and MRI–significantly reducing the patient’s exposure to radiation–the system compares with the library of 2,000 spinal structures to determine the optimal locations for screws. Unlike fluoroscopy, the machine learning technology also accounts for the effects of the entire spine, not just the area around the location of the screw. Ramesh’s program is also significantly cheaper than fluoroscopy, which can sometimes cost up to $250,000, limiting access to the technology in developing countries around the world–which Ramesh says have the highest rates of spinal disorders–and even rural areas in the United States. But perhaps the most dramatic impact of the technology is the increased accuracy of the screw placement during spinal reconstruction surgery. Ramesh was able to achieve a stunning accuracy rate of over 98 percent, blowing the 76 percent accuracy rate of fluoroscopy out of the water. The number also bested that of similar systems developed by Johns Hopkins University and MIT. Needless to say, the system impressed the ISEF judges, who deemed Ramesh worthy of the Moore Award, the top prize at the annual international fair The accomplishment, one Ramesh had been working toward for several years, was extremely humbling for the CCHS senior. “It didn’t really set in until
Krithik Ramesh, a Cherry Creek High School senior, explains his new, augmented reality aid for spinal reconstruction surgery, to a judge at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona last month.
my friend said it, but it meant I had the number one science fair project in the world. I don’t like to think of it that way, but it is that,” he said. “It is the pinnacle of science at the pre-collegiate level, so it’s very humbling to see that people were able to appreciate my research to the extent that I did.” But one of his primary motivations, he says, isn’t awards, or interviews, or Instagram followers. It’s making a difference. And that’s what pushes him to run a non-profit organization in what little spare time he has. Also a member of the swim and debate teams, and involved in several school clubs, Ramesh helms Empowering Rural India, an organization that helps to provide sustainable energy to schools in rural India. Recently, while Ramesh was working on his ISEF project, the organization was able to pay for the installation of solar panels at a school in Deviyakurichi, Tamilnadu, India. By providing a dependable, sustainable energy source, Ramesh hopes that the school will have the financial flexibility to make other upgrades to the facility and further opportunities for the government school’s
students. And as he moves forward toward applying for college–he has his sights set on schools like Stanford, MIT and Harvard– and later on in the professional world, he’ll continue to use that desire to make a positive impact as a motivator. Following college, Ramesh plans on sticking around in academia, or moving towards the entrepreneurial side of medicine, where he can work on the cutting edge of machine learning technology and, perhaps, develop even more revolutionary uses for it that will have a positive effect on others. “Robotics is the next frontier in surgery because it’s minimally invasive and the accuracy is better than any surgical hand,” he said. “But the end goal has always been [making an impact]. You don’t always focus on that when you’re working on an algorithm, but when you take a step back and get to see the whole thing, you’re like, ‘This is what I wanted. This is the amalgamation of all that hard work.’” For more information on Ramesh’s non-profit organization, Empowering Rural India, or to make a donation, visit empoweringri.org.
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Law Institute for Arts & Technology at DU brings new synergy to musical theater BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Next month, for the first time in a summer festival format, the Joseph and Loretta Law Institute for Arts and Technology (LIAT) will present the first annual Denver International Festival of Arts and Technology. The festival will kick off with an innovative and history-making world-premiere production of Ms. Butterfly. Though the production has its roots in the traditional Puccini opera, Madama Butterfly, that is where the similarity ends. Among the many aspects of this highly entertaining and provocative production is that it is set 50 years in the future, the ethnicity of the characters is reversed, the story is fit to modern life, and the music, though recognizable, is delivered in a new and creative way. Costumes and make-up for the production were designed by inspired and imaginative Chinese artists. For the first time in 100 years, Chinese tenors will play the role of Lieutenant Pinkerton.
Dr. Dennis Law, Greenwood Village resident and retired surgeon whose $20 million donation created the Joseph and Loretta Law Institute for Arts and Technology, said, “the combination of spirituality and culture is what defines humanity. We must create to be human. That is what
drives me to do what I do.” The Institute “fuses art, technology, and cultural diversity to create performance experiences that push past the barrier of expectation. Synergizing emerging technologies and cultural traditions, LIAT pursues breakthroughs in interactive entertainment that open new doors for artistic exploration and technical innovation.” This Broadway-style mu-
sical combines the tools of technology with the beauty of art to create richer, unprecedented content for the audience. Dr. Dennis Law, who founded LIAT in his late parents’ honor, explained that, “Art is arbitrary. Science is precise. They can work together to make a richer product. The themes of this story, love, passion, and betrayal, transcend time, race, and ethnicity.” By changing the presentation, LIAT hopes to appeal to a wider audience than that which is drawn to traditional opera. The Gates Hall at the Robert and Judi Newman Center for Performing Arts at 2344 E. Iliff Avenue on
the University of Denver campus will host the only four performances of Ms. Butterfly on July 25 through July 28. Tickets are only $20 to $35 and should be purchased directly from newmantix. com. to avoid upcharges by unauthorized resellers. The second part of the festival is comprised of five classes, ending with a competition for the Denny Awards for electro-acoustic music. The competitions are free for observers. The schedule will be published on difat.com and distributed at performances of Ms. Butterfly. The finale of the festival will be the first annual Symposium on Arts and Technology on July 31 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Hamilton Hall at the Newman Center for Performing Arts. It will consist of demonstrations, performances, and round-table discussions on the future and potential for combining the arts with evolving digital technologies. The event will be complimentary. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com
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60-foot electronic billboard proposed at Belleview and Quebec regular rules and procedures of the department of public works and planning. Under those rules, the request will be heard by the Arapahoe County Planning Commission and then the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners. That is presently expected to occur
BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Last October, Street Media Group (SMG) of Fort Collins notified Arapahoe County that it planned to apply for an amendment to the Planned United Development for the McDonald’s property at 5090 S. Quebec Street (I-25 and Belleview) to allow for the installation of a 60-foot tall, 680-square foot per side, double-sided electronic billboard on the property. The location is in unincorporated Arapahoe County (as is its neighbor to the north, Taco Bell). On April 15, SMG submitted a letter of intent that said, in part, “The sign would be configured to face I-25, and would not be visible from residential properties.” Nevertheless, local residents and elected officials were alarmed enough that on June 4, the Greenwood Village City Council unanimously passed a resolution of opposition to the plan. The resolution states that the proposed billboard is not allowed under applicable Arapahoe County zoning rules and is prohibited by applicable Colorado Department of Transportation rules and regulations for the planned location of the billboard. The resolution also directly challenges SMG’s claim that the sign would not be visible from residential properties, saying, “the sign will be highly visible to…those living in the 16-floor Landmark Towers
in approximately two months. The documents related to the case have been posted on the county’s web page for planning and land development. For additional information, contact Kat Hammer, Planner II, at khammer@arapahoegov.com. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
Littleton native trains next generation of Navy pilots Photo simulation of proposed billboard at Belleview and Quebec. Courtesy of Street Media Group
dents and their property values. I have some residents who had pretty nice views that are pretty much destroyed as a result of that.” On May 7, the Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a temporary moratorium on the acceptance and processing of applications for any new billboard or other off-premise sign and on applications for conversion of any existing billboard or other off-premise sign to an electronic messaging sign. It will be in effect for up to six months to allow department of public works and development staff to evaluate the land use impacts of billboards, including electronic billboards and off-premise signs, and develop appropriate regulations. Since the request for the electronic billboard at 5090 S. Quebec Street was submitted before the moratorium went into effect, it will be processed according to the
Condominiums.” Before eventually deciding to vote with his colleagues, Council Member Jerry Presley expressed concerns about whether Greenwood Village “should take formal opposition to this,” since the property is not in GV. Council Member Dave Kerber made the case that this was a situation in which “we should reach out, a little bit beyond our borders and take positions on areas that adversely affect our citizens.” He cited the building at 7001 E. Belleview Avenue in Denver, just west of the McDonald’s property, as an example of what can happen, saying, “I get complaints, not every day, but a lot concerning the Western Union light,” referring to the yellow band of light visible atop the building at night. “If we could have done anything to douse that light, it would have been of benefit to the quality of life of our resi-
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A 2000 Heritage High School graduate and Littleton, Colorado, native is playing a key role in the lengthy and rigorous training process that transforms officers into U.S. naval aviators. 1 Lt. Cmdr. Brad Holmes is an instructor pilot with the “Boomers” of Training Squadron (VT) 27, based in Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, Texas. The squadron flies the T-6B Texan II aircraft. The T-6B II Texan is a training aircraft that is powered by a 1,100 shaft horsepower, free-turbine, turboprop single-engine, four-bladed propeller, with a cruising speed of 320 mph. A Navy instructor pilot is responsible for training student pilots to become effec-
tive naval aviators and helicopter pilots for the fleet. “My daily work as an instructor pilot is incredibly rewarding, especially having taught 16 people how to hover a helicopter,” Holmes said. Holmes credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned growing up in Littleton. “Nearly every skill I learned as a Boy Scout I have used or continue to use in the Navy,” Holmes said.
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Littleton Public Schools breaks ground on $298 million bond program BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On June 13, the Littleton Public Schools Board of Education (LPS) officially kicked off the first project of the $298 million 5-year bond program passed in last November’s election. Board members donned hard hats to make symbolic cracks in the walls of the soon-to-be-demolished Ames Facility at 7300 S. Clermont Drive in Centennial. Construction of a new elementary school on the site will begin next spring after the current building has been razed. Roche Constructors, Inc. from Greeley will oversee the project. The new school is expected to be open in fall, 2021. Jack Reutzel, LPS board president, thanked the voters, especially those who do not have school-age children, for their confidence and for their appreciation of the strength and importance of the public schools
ABOVE: Kevin Sullivan of MOA Architecture brought a preliminary rendering of the new elementary school that will be built at 7300 S. Clermont Drive in Centennial. RIGHT, ABOVE: LPS board members Jim Stephens, Robert Reichardt, Jack Reutzel, and Carrie Warren-Gully expressed their appreciation to voters for approving the $298 million bond program last November. RIGHT: LPS board members Kelly Perez and Carrie WarrenGully helped initiate the demolition process at the Ames Facility to make way for a new school.
to their community. Teachers, he said, “have been teaching 21st century skills in 20th century buildings for many years.” New construction in the LPS district will offer a safe and secure envi-
ronment, incorporating the newest technologies available. Terry David, 25-year LPS veteran director of operations, maintenance, and construction, told The Villager that the new
building will house LPS’ largest elementary school, with four classrooms per grade on two levels and capacity for 650 students. There will be courtyards between building wings with greenery and spaces designed for outdoor learning. He emphasized that the design process was collaborative and teachers played a major role. Safety and security were top priorities throughout the building and grounds. Other LPS projects that are underway this summer utilizing funds from the 2018 Bond Program include: • Design work on a new Newton Middle School and LPS junior stadium on the site. • Replacement of grass fields with safe, durable turf practice fields at Heritage and Arapahoe High Schools and Euclid Middle School • Transforming Highland Elementary School into the future home of the LPS Early Childhood Center. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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Susan Pye: She’s one of a kind
Susan and Randy Pye, center, with grandchildren Sierra and Hunter, left, and daughter and son-in-law Heather and Steve, right. BY DORIS B. TRUHLAR GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Susan Pye is one of a kind, energetic, involved Centennial citizen who is a member of the elected board of the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District. She has lived all across the United States before settling in the Homestead Farm II Subdivision for the past 32 years. Pye is currently the secretary of the SSPRD board. The district has an annual budget of $65 million and serves approximately 155,000 residents in the south Denver metro area. She is honored to serve on SSPRD Board and is diligent about taking classes to learn more to better serve the district. Pye says her career in “helping people” has had a profound effect on her life. Born in Dodge City, Kansas and raised in Stafford, Kansas, where she graduated from high school, Pye had a career as
an international telecommunications technical trainer, working with clients in 33 countries. She is a graduate of the Patricia Stevens School in Wichita, Kansas, and has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Buxton University. Married to Randy Pye, who is one of the founders and the first mayor of Centennial (eight years), she also serves as an appointed member on the Centennial Senior Commission, of which she serves as the chair. The couple have one daughter, Heather, who is married to Steve, and also two grandchildren, Sierra and Hunter, who are teen-agers. Pye says that her life has been formed “by a community where people take care of each other.” Additionally, she attributes her upbringing with being responsible for her development as a person who cares about others. Pye moved to Centennial in 1987. She notes that the SSPRD has an annual budget of $65 mil-
lion (compared to Centennial’s annual budget of $90 million) and serves a wide geographic area, including parts of three counties (Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson) and six cities and towns (Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Littleton, Lone Tree, Sheridan and Centennial). While growing up, Pye loved music, playing the piano and singing in her school and church choirs. As she got older, she also took ballroom dance lessons. She is an enthusiastic gardener, growing plants in a pot garden that has produced “huge tomatoes.” Pye has lived in many different places, including Miami, Chicago and Philadelphia. Her favorite place to live, however, is Centennial. She believes that each of the places she has lived has “taught me a lot.” Growing up, church was important. She sees it as a means of “filling up to go out and do good things” for the community and other people. Where she was raised, church “was the way you lived and treated each other.” Pye has also participated as a volunteer ambassador for active adults programs and services, and for Project Cure. She has served as a Developmental Pathways volunteer, and has been an ex officio advisor for the Centennial Youth Commission. She loves to hike and walk, and she enjoys
Centennial council approves camping ban
BY DORIS B. TRUHLAR GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER The Centennial City Council Monday night unanimously approved on first reading without discussion an ordinance that bans camping on city-owned property. There was no discussion of the measure, which is scheduled for a public hearing at the July 8, 2019 meeting. The penalty for camping on public property will be a fine. There is no jail sentence permitted by the ordinance making camping on public property illegal. In a memo from Jill Hassman, assistant city attorney, the council was informed that there have been some incidences of camping on city-owned property, which includes parks, open space, trails, rights-of-way and drainageways. The Hassman memo stated that the city recently has been “confronted with small camps,” presumably of homeless people, on city-owned property. In other business, the council passed on first reading an ordinance providing for a General Improvement District in the Willow Creek neighborhood. The district, which will be voted on in the November 2019 election, would have the authority to raise funds through property taxes. The vote was unanimous. One individual spoke against the establishment of a GID, which is a common method in Colorado of providing for services. The Willow Creek GID would serve 1,073 homes with an appraised value of $541,215,005. There would be 2,426 voters in the district. Glenn Thompson, a bureau chief with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, reminded resi-
dents not to use illegal fireworks. Jerry Rhodes, an assistant fire chief with the South Metro Fire Rescue District reported that the district has a budget of $136 million this year and covers an 287-square mile area, serving 540,000 residents. Councilwoman Candace Moon thanked Rhodes and his district for the services they provide. The council, in a study session prior to its regular meeting, heard a report from Jeff Dankenbring, Public Works Director for Centennial, recommending that the city finalize and approve a Title VI Plan. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color and national
origin. Centennial has not received any Tital VI complaints or been the subject of a Title VI lawsuit or investigation. It is necessary for the city to adopt a plan in order to receive federal funding through the Colorado Department of Transportation, which requires that recipients of that department’s fund have a plan in place. City staff will finalize a plan and a Title VI coordinator will be appointed. The issue will be on a future agenda, probably later this summer. Two council members, Ken Lucas and Ron Weidmann, were absent. Their absences were excused by the mayor.
watching her grandchildren play lacrosse and football. She also dances and her daughter, a yoga instructor, encourages her to take yoga classes, which she is trying to embrace. She is always seeking opportunities to serve to make the world a better place.
A gorgeous woman who modeled women’s clothing in her 20’s and 30’s, Pye said she has “no regrets” about her life, believing she has lived life to its fullest. Centennial – as well as its former mayor – is lucky to have her!
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Local clothing retailer Rebel gives back to families in need June is a The mission of Clothes To Kids of Denver is to 1-provide new and quality used clothing to students from low-income or in-crisis families in the Denver Metro Area, free of charge. Today, CTKD provides hundreds of free school wardrobes each month to students from low-income or in-crisis families and has built a strong reputation among schools, human service agencies, shelters, hospitals, clinics and faith communities across the Denver Metro Area, which have come to rely on CTKD to meet the clothing needs of students from low-income families. Owner of Rebel Contemporary Clothing, Robyn Appel, is passionate towards the
critical time to donate as kids will be gifted their wardrobes in July needs of children. She will give a 20% discount off of one item to anyone bringing in a clothing donation. The donation items needed by the charity are: • Adult-sized clothing • New underwear and socks • Shoes size 8T - adult • Light jackets XS - Adult • School uniforms • Pants and shorts • Shirts for girls and boys • Dresses and skirts • Bras - all sizes
Selecting the Perfect Wedding Gift
The Villager Newspaper welcomes Kendal Hall, owner of BE. as a contributing columnist with 25 years of lifestyle, design and gift buying experience. Look for the BE. educated articles to help you thru your decor and gift buying needs.
to select what they want. Eyebrows only wrinkle if it looks like you bought it at the local Safeway en route.
It’s Wedding Season and we’re all busy finding gifts that stands out. Here are some thoughts and suggestions to lead you down the right path. How well do you know them? If you’re not close to the couple, try to find out a bit about them from friends, family, and social media. Once that mission is accomplished, start thinking outside the box. Do they love staying in and watching movies? Consider a couple of cozy throws or a popcorn maker. Do they frequently entertain? Perhaps a salad bowl, tongs, gourmet dressing and tea towel. Are they adventurous travelers? Look for the latest travel gadgets or a pair of his and her airplane totes complete with eye masks, blankets, ear plugs and a great destination book. If you prefer to play it safe, consider a frame to showcase their favorite wedding photo. For giggles, have a child create a crayon portrait of the couple and insert.
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Orchard Station two years later BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
State of the Area Today
Two years ago, there was a special election in Greenwood Village to let residents participate directly in guiding city policy for development in the area around the Orchard Light Rail Station. Since then, the only new development that has been proposed is a 2-story, 11,698-square foot office building at 5450 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard just east of the Landmark Towers on 0.89 acres by the company that owns Esprit Homes. It was approved by the city council on October 1, 2018. A groundbreaking there is scheduled for June 18. It will be the new headquarters for Esprit Homes, developers of GV’s One Cherry Lane. Esprit is presently located at 5600 South Quebec Street in GV. The 10.25-acre property at 8081 E. Orchard Road that formerly housed the Marilyn Hickey Ministries and where a Whole Foods store, extremely popular with area residents, had been dangled as a possible tenant, is now vacant and in disrepair. The parking lot is chained closed with a “no trespassing” sign. There is a dumpster outside but there is no activity and no sign of a building permit. The property is owned by Alberta Development (Alberta) who purchased it on February 17, 2017 for $14,813,900. According to the Arapahoe County Treasurer’s office, as of June 17, property taxes for 2017 and 2018 currently unpaid and outstanding total $963,266. If they remain unpaid, the property will be subject to a tax lien sale as of November 7, 2019. City records indicate there are no current redevelopment plans in process for this property. Another large parcel of land that was part of the discussion two years ago was 11.4 acres owned by Century at Landmark, LLC, affiliated with homebuilder Century Commu-
nities. Located at 5555 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard, just south of the Landmark Towers, the property, currently appraised at $7,948,048, sits vacant. It is in good condition and property taxes on it are paid up to date. There is no activity there and city records indicate there are no current development plans pending. In 2016 and 2017, Century brought two proposals to the previous city council for approval to build high-end for-sale townhomes on the site. The first was rejected by city council, who doubted its quality. A second, upgraded design came before city council on the eve of the 2017 election but was deferred because city council members felt the decision should be made by whomever was about to be elected. Century withdrew their proposal after the election and, 19 months later, has not submitted another. Currently on the market is a 7-acre parcel of land comprised of two adjacent properties, 5600 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard and 5650 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard (both built in 1973) in the heart of Orchard Station, next to the light rail. The combined parcel is advertised for sale for “$10,400,000 ($34.06/ Square Foot).”
Recent History
In a special election on June 6, 2017, Greenwood Village residents voted against proposed changes to the city’s comprehensive plan that they felt would bring “high density development” to the area near the Orchard Light Rail Station. The number of people who voted “no,” 4613, comprised 41 percent of the electorate, which is about the same as the total number of people in the entire city who usually participate in a regular GV election for mayor and city council. (13 percent of those eligible voted in favor of the comprehensive plan changes, while 46 percent sat the whole thing out.) Some claimed there was confusion about whether voters were voting on a specific development proposed
by Alberta or the concept of mixed-use development, but when the numbers were tallied, it didn’t really matter. The results were conclusive. When all the dust settled later that year, five city council incumbents had been removed from office. Seven of the eight members of the new GV city council that were sworn in after the November 2017 election were directly associated with the movement to keep the city’s comprehensive plan unchanged and reject “high density development” at Orchard Station. Dave Kerber, Jerry Presley, and Anne Ingebretsen parlayed their vocal leadership of the no-high-density development campaign into a successful return to city council, where they had all previously served the maximum eight consecutive years permitted. Shortly after taking office, a committee comprised of Mayor Pro Tem George Lantz and council members Kerber, Presley, and Tom Dougherty began working on revising the city’s comprehensive plan. One of the changes to the comprehensive plan the city council adopted in January, 2019 for the area that included Orchard Station was, unsurprisingly, “Higher density residential development will be discouraged…” What was surprising to some was a new definition in the plan of “higher density development” as anything smaller than .25-acre residential lots. Removed by the new city council from the plan was a goal to, “Ensure the availability of a variety of residential housing types.” In an interview with the Villager last September, Mayor Pro Tem George Lantz confirmed that his committee’s goal was to put into effect what GV residents said by their votes in 2017, that there should be no more residential development in the city except single family homes. He said, “We are creating a GV brand that is office park with tree-lined streets.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
Burger King, “OPK”, and time BY DAVID MORRISON FINANCIAL ADVISOR/PARTNER PROSPERION FINANCIAL ADVISORS
“A man is rich in proportion to the number of things which he can afford to let alone.” ~ Henry David Thoreau “Hire people who are better than you are, then leave them to get on with it. Look for people who will aim for the remarkable, who will not settle for the routine.” ~ David Ogilvy, advertising executive McDonald’s is the largest and most successful fast-food franchise in the world. Well, it’s not just a fast-food chain, it’s a brilliant $30 billion real estate company. McDonald’s uses a detailed formula, em-
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ploys scores of people, and compiles thousands of pieces of data to scout and choose locations. What does Burger King (BK) do? BK waits for McDonald’s to announce
their latest location. Then BK buys land across the street. Both companies maintain momentum and profitability, and BK’s strategy saves them money, resources, and time. In the previous article, we defined and discussed do-ityourselfers, collaborators, and delegators. The Morrison Team appreciates all types, because they all pay attention and choose to work to achieve. Delegators actively seek and engage with trusted advisors to learn and progress. Our team works exclusively with delegators – people who care deeply about their financial planning and demonstrate that they prefer to invest their time doing other things they
This seven-acre combination of two properties in the heart of Orchard Station is listed for sale for $34.06 per square foot.
A sign in front of an office building near the Orchard Light Rail station is rusted and in disrepair.
The property just south of the Landmark Towers, where Century hoped to build townhomes, sits vacant.
The parking lot at the former home of the Marilyn Hickey Ministries is chained closed.
value more. The smartest and most efficient way to learn is to follow someone who has already done “it” and is successful. By leveraging on someone’s experience and knowledge, you drastically minimize the learning curve, improve education, increase return on investment (ROI), and achieve your dreams (sooner). So what approach do you take when designing a plan for your long term financial wellness? Do you partner with a trusted advisor or not? Ask yourself: “How will my decision impact the quality of life I desire?” When you don’t have comprehensive training and knowledge about an important process, you go in haphazardly, increasing your chances of loss – of energy,
resources, money, peace, and time. “Time is the stuff that life is made of.” ~ Benjamin Franklin Decide how you manage (DIY, collaborator, delegator). Decide what you value. Decide if and how to work with a trusted advisor to help you maximize your life. The time is now. Let’s chat.
david.morrison@ LPL.com 303.793.3202 David Morrison is a financial advisor and partner at Prosperion Financial Advisors in the Denver Tech Center. Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC.
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Alzheimer’s Art Auction Gala Association at no charge to all Colorado families. Proceeds also support research for a cure for the only leading disease without a known prevention, treatment or cure.
BY SCOTTIE TAYLOR IVERSON COMMUNITY EDITOR
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he timing of it all! The 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. – Alzheimer’s disease took the life of beloved owner of the Denver Broncos Pat Bowlen just a few days before Father’s Day and just a few days after Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter held its annual fundraiser in the fieldhouse bearing his name. June is also Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. An estimated 600 guests attended this annual event coordinated by staff member Lisa Steffen with food stations by Epicurean. 73,000 Coloradoans are living with Alz-
heimer’s disease and an estimated 250,000 others serve as unpaid caregivers for their loved ones. Proceeds from the auction support education, programs and services provided by the Alzheimer’s
“Both my mom and my dad are here in our hearts.” -Annabel Bowlen (Little Belle)
Charles Mains and wife Annabel Bowlen, daughter of Annabel and Pat Bowlen
One of the dozens of “Art Pairings” for a glimpse into the lives well lived. “Blossoms at Night” by professional artist Madeline O’Connell was inspired by Donna Lamar’s “Birds”
Several of the professional artists were at the event including Drew Litton (note the artistic tie) and Ellen Reynolds
From sponsoring Balfour Senior Living: Co-founder Susan Juroe, Naomi Loebl-executive director Balfour at Riverfront Park, Kristin LeBlanc- executive director of Balfour at Cherrywood Village in Louisville, CO and is Balfour’s star expert on Alzheimer’s running one of the most popular programs in Boulder County; Jeanette Allen - VP Care & Wellness at Balfour Senior Living, Ann LaForte –Leasing counselor Balfour at Littleton, Kassidy Rauch – life enrichment manager for Balfour
Balfour would like to thank the remarkable work Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter does including funding research for a cure, education, programs and services for those with Alzheimer’s.
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at Pat Bowlen Fieldhouse We know other stories in our community – renowned photographer John Fielder lost his wife to Alzheimer’s. Adrienne Ruston Fitzgibbons lost her dad to Alzheimer’s and Elaine Strauch (major sponsor of this event) lost her husband to Alzheimer’s. And, so many more! Annabel and Pat Bowlen’s daughter Annabel (Little Belle) sent a powerful message to the audience about what a toll it takes on the family and the patient and keeping hope alive. “Both my mom and my dad are here in our hearts,” she said. Both her
parents had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in recent years.“Pat’s dad and my mother were brother and sister. He was one of my coolest cousins, an amazing man and won’t be forgotten,” said Ann Altbrandt. Pat Bowlen had a winning spirit and record seasons to prove it attested Reggie Rivers. Pat (Mr. B.) declared one Super Bowl win as “This one’s for John” (Elway) and in turn, John declared the last one for Pat. Maybe a cure can be declared for Pat and Annabel and all the patients suffering very soon. Besides the U.S. and
Chinese governments, Alzheimer’s Association is the #1 funder for global and local research, taking care of existing patients and promoting brain health. “The Colorado Chapter is amongst the best in the nation,” said Board Chair Tom O’Donnell. Seven studies on four continents are being conducted and another half million dollars has been allocated for research – the creation of a 3-D brain and looking at the nerve/cell connection for starters. In a statement released last Friday:
The Alzheimer’s Association is deeply saddened by the passing of Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen. Mr. Bowlen has been a legendary leader, not only in the world of sports, but in the philanthropic community of Colorado through his generous support of the Denver Broncos Charities. The Colorado Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association has been privileged to partner with the Bowlen family and the Denver Broncos over the course of the last five years since Mr. Bowlen’s diagnosis was announced. His cour-
Pairings of art from those with Alzheimer’s disease and professional artists
age in making his diagnosis public-which was matched by the announcement four years later of his wife Annabel’s own Alzheimer’s diagnosis – has served as inspiration for Coloradans and people across the country who have lived silently with this tragic and relentless disease. And his passing is a reminder that we cannot relent in the search for a prevention, treatment and cure for Alzheimer’s. We offer a Mile High Salute in honor of Pat Bowlen for his legacy of excellence, fortitude and generosity.
Board Chair Tom O’Donnell, Holland & Hart, LLP and board members: Kristin Beatty, Hitachi Vantara; Amelia Schafer, executive director Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter; Bill Johnson, WC Johnson, LLC; J. Ryann Peyton, The Peyton Group; Jamison Miller, Comfort Dental; Karla Rikansrud, Frasier Meadows Alzheimer’s Association Senior Director of Marketing & Communications Jim Herlihy and Denver Bronco linebacker Alexander (A.J.) Johnson who gave a touching story of his grandmother and Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Association Colorado Chapter Executive Director Amelia Schafer, Emcee/ Auctioneer and former Denver Bronco Reggie Rivers, Nancy Thompson, senior director of development
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2019 Nissan Murano is family perfect
BY H. THROTTLE AUTO COLUMNIST
After decades, the Japanese brands still play dominant roles in the U.S. consumer demand for cars, SUVs and pickup trucks. They hold value well, last a long time, and provide solid transportation. It was back in the 60s that these foreign cars invaded the U.S. marketplace and VW Beetles have been around since the 50s, although presently discontinued. The 2019 Nissan Murano is a splendid Japanese engineered SUV that is now assembled in the U.S. in Canton, Ohio. The as-
sembly line has turned out a very fine SUV that’s loaded with features at $40,630. The price can go up with premium paint, a panoramic sunroof, and an attractive technology package boosting the price to $44,485. This is such an all-around, super all-wheel drive that can haul seven people in complete comfort in all types of weather. It’s perfect for a large family with a large cargo space with motion activated power liftgate. The powertrain has a 260-hp. V6 3.5-L engine linked to an Xtronic variable transmission that works very well delivering 23 mpg. overall in city and high-
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that are one reason to purchase a new vehicle. The features found on the Nissan are extensive from automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning, blind spot alert and rear cross traffic alert. Add to the safety list front, side and knee airbags in front and second row seats. It also has large heated rear view mirrors, heated front and rear seats, and the steering wheel, as well as a 10-way driver’s seat with 2-way lumbar controls and 4-way front passenger seating. The cabin has a Bose 11 speaker sound system with easy
controls and dual USB ports for both front seat phone charging and dual USB ports for rear seat passengers as well and a long list of electronic features including car play and all of the new electronic features. Again, this is a great family car that is very suitable for many passengers loaded with electronics, LED lights, surrounded by seat belts and all-wheel drive. Best of all, the ride is smooth, the seats soft, and the larger Murano has plenty of power and performance. This is a very worthy vehicle and very competitive in the SUV category.
2020 KIA Telluride hits the slopes fast BY H. THROTTLE AUTO COLUMNIST
I took the 2020 KIA Telluride SX brand-new model to the Heritage Eagle Bend car show this past Saturday and parked it near the lines of show cars. Almost immediately I had people looking at the “Snow White Pearl” painted SUV asking questions and admiring the sleek design. One couple related that they had been to a KIA dealership and they didn’t have any of the Tellurides in stock with high demand and models just arriving at dealerships. This is a very smart and attractive KIA and this model resembles a much higher priced SUV with this model at $43,490 with a very long list of options included. Just the name is appealing, at least here in Colorado, with that fabulous ski resort sharing the brand name in far Southwest Colorado. Not every Colorado town has a Korean car company naming their vehicle matching a Colorado mountain ski town. These Korean cars have really captured a large chuck of the U.S. car market and with good reason; they have come a long way in quality and performance is several short decades. Better yet, this Telluride is assembled in
West Point, GA with 51 percent American parts. Korea is moving more plants to the United States, heeding the president’s tariff threats and creating more jobs in the U.S. The Telluride is not only handsome with that moniker but has a very comfortable ride and is powerful performer with a 3.8L six-cylinder engine and an eight-speed variable speed transmission. No stats on horsepower, but it must be in the 300-hp. range, delivering an average 21 mpg. in overall combined driving. The cabin is gray with artificial wood trim, white bucket seats in front and rear with two more folding rear seats. It also has a large, hands-free power liftgate and cameras located in bumpers with an assortment of camera photos of the road and surrounding areas.
All of the latest safety equipment including Car Play for smartphones, dual USB portals, and rear seat ultrasonic sensor that lets the driver know if any packages or objects are left in the rear bucket seats. The lane warning system is loud and alarms the driver if a traffic lane is crossed–too loud actually. The seats have both heating and cooling with an easy push-button control to switch instantly from hot to cold and they work quickly. That cool air gushing through the leather seats feels nice on these 80-degree days. KIA offers a 10 year/ 100,000 limited power train warranty that is among the best in the auto industry. It appears that KIA has a winner in this new Telluride SX all-wheel drive, and it is impressive to view and drive.
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A day in the life—Greenwood Village Municipal Court BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
Greenwood Village Municipal Court is held at its city hall in the city council chambers. In one hour on a Wednesday afternoon in early June, we observed 18 cases that came before 11-year veteran GV Municipal Court Judge Elizabeth Shifrin for adjudication. Defendants were male and female, young and middle-aged. The most prevalent demographic of those who appeared before the judge was Caucasian females between the ages of 25 and 45. Most defendants had received 4-point violations, typically for careless driving. In every case, before assessing a fine following a guilty plea to a lesser charge, Judge Shifrin looked straight at the defendant and asked, “Is there anything you want to tell me?” That open-ended question allowed the person standing before the judge to offer any mitigating or explanatory information that might affect Judge Shifrin’s decision about the appropriate fine or other punishment for the infraction. One defendant said, “I’m not a careless driver,” which opened the door for Shifrin to share that she finds the wording of the charge unfortunate and inaccurate. She explained, “In Colorado, to be guilty of careless driving, you only need to have driven ‘without due regard’” That explanation
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of the law seemed to put the defendant at ease. The judge uses a prescribed schedule for assessing fines, though she can vary from it when the circumstances dictate. The fines are based on the number of points in the original charged violation, though every ticket adjudicated that day was pleaded down to a lesser charge. In GV municipal court, a typical 4-point ticket received by a non-repeat offender is reduced to a 2-point violation. The fine is $140 plus court costs of $25. One person received a
6-point speeding ticket, indicating he was charged with exceeding the speed limit by 20 to 39 miles per hour. Though she was able to reduce the points down to 3, Judge Shifrin gently explained to the offender, “The rate of speed you were charged with driving constitutes a criminal violation. As a result, I need to assess a high fine.” That fine was $420 plus court costs of $25. The judge asked him, as she did every person who came before her, if they could pay their fines and costs within two weeks or required up to
six weeks, at a cost of $20. The most challenging case Judge Shifrin heard was a young mother who had been convicted of stealing from her employer eighteen months earlier. Despite numerous chances and extensions of deadlines, she had not completed her sentence, which was 48 hours of community service and restitution. Complicating the situation, the defendant’s 5 and 7-year old children were in court, along with their father, as Judge Shifrin evenly but firmly explained to the defendant
Rockies split wild weekend series BATTERUP
Major League Baseball’s pen leaked 2 runs in the last Wild West Show ran for two three innings, including a run days and two nights at Coors allowed by closer Wade Davis Field over the weekend as in the ninth. the Rockies and the San DiJeff Hoffman started Friday ego Padres mounted night’s matchup with repeated offensive ata steady 5 innings tacks, scoring a comof work in which he bined 92 runs. allowed only 1 run. This set a new He left with the Rockmajor league record ies leading 4-1. The for runs scored in Padres picked up 2 a four-game series. runs in the top of the The Rockies survived sixth inning but the BY B.T. GALLOWAY with wins in two of Rockies fired back these shootouts. Earlier in the in the bottom of the inning week, they had taken two of scoring 5 runs, including an three games from the visiting Ian Desmond inside the park Chicago Cubs. So when the 3-run homer. This built what smoke had cleared, they had seemed to be a comfortable won 4 of 7 games. 9-3 lead. That was when the The battle with the Padres trouble, and the fireworks, began on Thursday night as began. The Padres scored 8 the Rockies won 9-6 with runs in the next three innings starter Jon Gray allowing 4 including 6 runs in the ninth runs in 6 innings. There was which sent the game into extra a hint of trouble as the bullinnings. The Rockies bullpen
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were unable to put out the fire and the Padres grabbed a 1612 win in a 12 inning game that sizzled with a combined 39 hits. German Marquez delivered a disappointing start in Saturday night’s game allowing 7 runs in 5.2 innings. Fortunately, this time the Rockies had launched their fireworks early including a 4-run fifth inning powered by an Ian Desmond grand slam. This show ended in a 14-8 Rockies win. It was another slugfest with a combined 32 hits. In the finale on Sunday, rookie starter Peter Lambert was overwhelmed. He was burned for 8 runs in 3
innings. It was another fire fight as the Rockies scored 9 runs in those same three innings. The battle continued with the Rockies leading 1310 after eight innings. Closer Wade Davis came in to clinch the win but he was ambushed by the Padres hitters allowing 4 runs which led to a shocking 1413 Padres win. No doubt for the fans the fire power displayed during these four games was impressive. The problem for the Rockies is that the continued attacks by the Padres occurred mainly because the Rockies bullpen was unable to deliver shutdown innings. To a certain extent, the relievers
that her repeated failure to comply resulted in her being in contempt of court, which made her eligible to go to jail. Eventually, Judge Shifrin devised a solution that did not result in the children being deprived of their mother’s care but got the defendant to take her responsibility to comply with the terms of her sentence seriously. The judge tripled the number of community service hours she had to complete, which the defendant gratefully accepted after thinking about spending time locked up. When she isn’t presiding over municipal court in GV, United States Air Force Colonel Elizabeth Shifrin serves as Vice President and Senior Counsel to Flight Safety International, a pilot training facility that serves government, military, business and commercial operations. She is also in the Air Force Reserve Judge Advocate General Corps. Shifrin told The Villager she loves her job at Greenwood Village because she feels like she gets to make a difference in people’s lives by setting them on a right path. She is most gratified when she can be a catalyst for a young person to make positive changes. Observing the defendants with whom the judge interacted, it was clear that they felt she handled their cases fairly and professionally. Fmiklin.villager@gmail. com have had to pick up more than what should be their share of innings due to the short-handed starting rotation. The wear and tear that those demands have produced is beginning to show. It won’t get any easier for the starters and the bullpen relievers during the next two weeks. And to back them up, the Rockies bats need to stay hot. They are now going to play 13 games with their Western Division rivals before the All-Star Break. This week the Rockies travel to Arizona for three games with the Diamondbacks at Chase Field. On the weekend they’ll head to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers. Then they’ll move on to play three games with the Giants in San Francisco and end the first half of the season by facing the Dodgers in a four-game series at Coors Field.
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I have a web site that explains more about my business, answers questions, and has before/ after photographs. The web address is: www.ColoradoEndermologie.com I have a lovely, private office, with parking, just east of Cherry Creek Mall adjacent to Gates Tennis courts I look forward to answering any additional questions you may have. My phone number is: 303-587-7111 Warmly, Stephanie Ebert The Empress of Endermologie
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Achieve the essence of inner and outer beauty Should we be taking a collagen supplement? Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body. It is the major component Musings with of connective tissues that make up several body parts, including tendons, ligaments, skin and muscles. Collagen has many important functions, including providing your skin with structure and strengthening your bones. In recent years, collagen supplements have become popular. Most are hydrolyzed, which means the collagen has been broken down, making it easier for you to absorb. Consuming collagen may have a variety of health benefits, from relieving joint pain to improving skin health.
keep them strong. As collagen in your body deteriorates as you age, bone mass does too. This may lead Melinda to conditions such as osteoporosis, which is characterized by low bone density and linked with a higher risk of bone fractures. Studies have shown that taking collagen supplements may have certain effects in the body that help inhibit the bone breakdown that leads to osteoporosis. 4. Could Boost Muscle Mass Between 1–10% of muscle tissue is composed of collagen. This protein is necessary to keep your muscles strong and functioning properly. Studies suggest that collagen supplements help boost Five Science-backed Health muscle mass in people with sarcopenia, the loss of muscle mass that happens Benefits of taking Collagen with age. Researchers have suggested 1. Can Improve Skin Health that taking collagen may promote the Collagen is a major component of your synthesis of muscle proteins such as skin. It plays a role in strengthening skin, creatine, and may also stimulate muscle plus may benefit elasticity and hydration. growth after exercise. More research As you age, your body produces less is necessary to investigate collagen’s collagen, leading to dry skin and the potential to boost muscle mass. formation of wrinkles. However, several 5. Promotes Heart Health studies have shown that collagen pepResearchers have theorized that taking tides or supplements containing collagen collagen supplements may help reduce may help slow the aging of your skin the risk of heart-related conditions. by reducing wrinkles and dryness. The Collagen provides structure to your arwrinkle-reducing effects of collagen sup- teries, the blood vessels that carry blood plements have been attributed to their from your heart to the rest of your body. ability to stimulate your body to produce Without enough collagen, arteries may collagen on its own. Additionally, taking become weak and fragile. This may lead collagen supplements may promote the to atherosclerosis, a disease characterized production of other proteins that help by the narrowing of the arteries. Atherostructure your skin, including elastin and sclerosis has the potential to lead to heart fibrillin. attack and stroke. 2. Helps Relieve Joint Pain Foods That Contain Collagen Collagen helps maintain the integrity of Collagen is found in the connective your cartilage, which is the rubber-like tissues of animals. Thus, foods such as tissue that protects your joints. As the chicken skin, pork skin, beef and fish are amount of collagen in your body decreas- sources of collagen. Foods that contain es, as you get older, your risk of develop- gelatin, such as bone broth, also provide ing degenerative joint disorders such as collagen. Gelatin is a protein substance osteoarthritis increases. Some studies derived from collagen after it has been have shown that taking collagen supcooked. More research is needed to plements may help improve symptoms determine if eating collagen-rich foods of osteoarthritis and reduce joint pain actually helps increase collagen in your overall. Researchers have theorized that body. There have not been any human supplemental collagen may accumulate studies on whether collagen-rich foods in cartilage and stimulate your tissues to have the same benefits as supplements. make collagen. They have suggested this Collagen in food is broken down into may lead to lower inflammation, better individual amino acids and peptides by support of your joints and reduced pain. digestive enzymes. The collagen in supplements has already been broken down, 3. Could Prevent Bone Loss or hydrolyzed, which is why it is thought Your bones are made mostly of collagen, to be absorbed more efficiently than the which gives them structure and helps collagen in foods. Melinda Luke Certified Health Coach 720-507-7534 or mail@melindaluke.com Want a product or service review, call me!
HAPPILY ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS Dr. Annelise Dawson is a renowned Harvard- and UCSF-trained boardcertified dermatologist and a Littleton, Colorado native. She recently opened a beautiful new practice, Cherry Hills Dermatology, and will serve as our in-house skin expert in a new column in The Villager. The Villager: I recently heard about a new nonsurgical treatment for hair loss. It sounded too good to be true – can you tell me about this? Dr. Dawson: Yes! There is a remarkable new nonsurgical treatment for hair loss called PRP. PRP is a game-changer in the world of hair loss; for the first time in years we have a new and effective treatment to offer to patients suffering from hair changes. The Villager: What exactly is PRP? Dr. Dawson: PRP, or platelet-rich plasma, is a purified component of the blood comprised of plasma and high concentrations of platelets. Platelets contain growth factors that, when injected into the scalp, stimulate hair growth. The Villager: Very interesting! What does a typical treatment look like? Dr. Dawson: PRP is a very straightforward procedure. Patients come into the office and undergo a simple blood draw, much like what is done for regular lab testing. The blood that is removed is processed to isolate the PRP. The PRP is then injected back
my office we use cooling and vibrationbased devices to distract the nerves during injection. The Villager: Is there any downtime? Dr. Dawson: One of the best things about PRP is that there is no downtime! Patients spend about an hour in the office and are able to return to work immediately after the procedure.
Dr. Dawson into the scalp in the areas of hair loss. The Villager: How many treatments are necessary to see an improvement? Dr. Dawson: I recommend an initial series of three monthly sessions followed by maintenance treatments every 6 months. Most patients begin to see improvement after three to four months. The Villager: That’s not bad. Is the treatment painful? Dr. Dawson: PRP is a very manageable procedure. The blood draw feels like any standard blood draw. The scalp injections are mildly uncomfortable; in
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How to protect yourself from the Social Security imposter scam SAVVYSENIOR
Dear Savvy Senior, “Social Security imposter I recently received a scam” and it’s becoming a strange call from a Social widespread problem in the Security employee. He U.S. The Federal Trade told me my Social Security Commission has received number had been suspended more than 76,000 reports because it was involved in a about this growing scam in BY JIM MILLER crime, and that I needed to the past 12 months alone. reactivate it and secure my With average losses of bank funds by withdrawing them $1,500, this scam is quickly becomand putting them on gift cards. Is ing one of fraudsters’ favorite tricks. this a scam? The Social Security imposter Worried Rita scam usually begins with a consumer receiving a call from someone Dear Rita, claiming to be with the Social Yes. It’s actually known as the
Security Administration. The caller informs the victim that their Social Security number (SSN) has been suspended because it was stolen or has been involved in a crime. The phone call may be a robocaller with a message to “press 1” to speak with a fake support representative who then claims to be able to help reactivate the consumer’s SSN. In a variation on this scam, the caller may also reach out to tell a victim that they qualify for an increase in benefits. All they need to do is provide the scammer with
some information. Typically, these callers will ask their victims several questions to get personal information that they can then use to steal their identity or drain their bank accounts. Because of the numerous data breaches, these scammers may have access to accurate personal information – such as your SSN – that they can use to build trust and appear legitimate. Regardless, before concluding the scam, fraudsters will almost always request payment to “unfreeze” the SSN or to process the increase in benefits. The scammer may request that they be paid via an unusual payment method such as by gift card (and giving the fraudster the gift card number), or some form of cryptocurrency like Bitcoin. While the scam can be devastating, there are several steps you can take to prevent yourself, and your loved ones, from falling victim to this scam: Don’t trust your caller ID: Scammers can make it look as if the Social Security Administration is calling and even use the agency’s real number. If you receive an unexpected call from Social Security, don’t answer it. Instead, call Social
Security’s customer service number at 800-772-1213 to see if they were actually trying to contact you. Remember, Social Security will never suspend your number or call and demand money: If anyone tells you something different, you’re being scammed. Don’t give out personal information: Never give out your Social Security number, bank information or other personal details to an unknown caller. If you already did, visit IdentityTheft.gov/SSA to find out what steps you can take to protect your credit and your identity. Don’t trust the caller just because they may know some of your personal information: It’s most likely a scam if the person on the other end asks to confirm your information. Talk about the experience: Those who’ve been targeted should alert friends and neighbors about the call to spread information and report the scam to the FTC at FTC. gov/complaint. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
What adolescents need to succeed As a public health nurse, I know that there are three buckets of dealing with health issues. The first bucket is prevention (risk avoidance and health promotion), the second bucket is intervention (dealing with the consequences and risk reduction) and the third bucket is treatment. Unfortunately, prevention is not well-funded and money flows more readily into the intervention and treatment bucket. An example of this is the new sex education bill recently passed and signed into law. HB 1032 is funded with a million dollar a year fiscal note that is now granted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) to ensure that contraceptives and condoms are the focus of the educational strategy for adolescents across Colorado. Sexual risk avoidance is mentioned, but not emphasized as a prevention strategy. The primary strategy for this sexual health and teen pregnancy prevention law is to ensure that school-aged children have risk reduction information in the form of condoms, contraceptives, abortion, adoption and or teen parenting skills. Colorado nonprofit organizations that are funded under a Federal block grant to teach the skills to avoid risk are being told that due to the parameters of HB 1032, they can no longer serve in Colorado schools. That means $800,000 of federal funds that has been granted to the Colorado Department of Education to reduce teen pregnancy, promote whole person health and optimal wellness, healthy relationship development skills, risk avoidance and poverty prevention for Colorado school-aged children can no longer be utilized. This is beyond distressing especially since Colorado is experiencing an epidemic in teen suicide. Colorado is ranked ninth in
teen suicide across the county. The causes of teen suicide are complex and involve many factors. According to the social science, reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors and resilience is critical. Risk factors we must attempt to reduce are low self-esteem, bullying, anxiety, peer pressure, insecure attachment, poor social and communication skills, emotional issues, family dysfunction, substance use, early sexual debut, poverty, isolation and disconnection, low academic achievement and lack of hope for a promising future. Protective factors we must attempt to promote, and increase are self-efficacy including skills regarding social and emotional competencies, healthy relationship development and self-discovery. Helping young people learn how to self -regulate regarding high-risk behaviors, anger, peer pressure and boundary-setting increases their person power. They need to learn coping strategies and problem solving-skills. They need to learn how to articulate their feelings and ask for what they need. They need to feel connected and engaged with their classmates, their school, their family and their community. They need clear boundaries and an environment free from toxic chaos and confusion. They need supportive healthy relationships, and a vision and pathway to a successful future. Organizations that are currently receiving the federal block grant to implement these primary prevention risk avoidance strategies to reduce risk factors and increase protective factors are no longer welcomed in Colorado schools. This breaks my heart because I know, from a public health perspective, prevention is the key. joneen@ myrelationshipcenter.org; www. myrelationshipcenter.org
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an overall estate plan, and are usually accompanied by other documents which are applicable during your lifetime, such as Financial/General and Healthcare Power of Attorney documents and a Living Will/Medical Declaration, which will be the subject of another column. In some circumstances, when someone has a taxable estate, then more complex planning may be used to minimize the amount of estate tax due upon the person’s death. A Will is a statement that describes how your assets will be distributed after your passing. A Will allows you to give items that you own, including real estate, vehicles, business holdings, money and personal property, to others whom you want, after your estate debts have been paid. A Will may also state whom you want as the guardian of a minor or a disabled child. Additionally, in a Will, you can appoint a Personal Representative, to handle your affairs after your death. The specifics about making a Will will be a subject of another column.
A Trust is a document where real or personal property is held by a person, called the Trustee, for the care or benefit of another person, the Beneficiary. The two basic types of Trusts are those created at your passing (which are Testamentary Trusts) and those you create during your lifetime (referred to as Living Trusts or Revocable Trusts). A Testamentary Trust is established in your Will and takes effect only after your passing and after your estate has been administered. Testamentary Trusts, like Living or Revocable Trusts, can be established to save or minimize estate taxes and to manage assets for minor or disabled adult children. A Will or Living Trust that meets all of the legal requirements remains valid until you revoke it. You may revoke either a Will or Living Trust at any time. A Will or Living Trust that is valid in another state is also valid in Colorado, and therefore, simply moving to another state does not revoke a Will or Trust. You can also amend and update
your Will or Trust, by creating a Codicil to your Will or a Trust Amendment. A Codicil or Trust Amendment must be signed and witnessed with the same formalities as your original Will or Trust. It should be noted that you should never write on your Will or Trust after it has been signed, as such writing may not be legally effective and could conceivably invalidate the entire document. Thus, it is best to consult an estate planning attorney about how to change or update your Will or Living Trust. Talking to an attorney about end-of-life issues and estate plan documents can be uncomfortable; however, most clients who complete the process are rewarded with a sense of relief and certainty that their wishes will be carried out. Because some of the restrictions on giving away property can be confusing, it is best to review your Will periodically to make sure it states your current wishes, especially after any financial or other changes in your life, including births, deaths,
marriages and other significant events. The best time to make a Will or Trust is at the present. Selected information in this column has been taken with permission by Continuing Legal Education in Colorado, Inc., from the Colorado Senior Law Handbook, (Chapter 15: Estate Planning, 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.
The facts of osteoporosis
ficient calcium and vitamin D intake is another controllable risk factor for osteoporosis. Speak with a physician about osteopo-
rosis and the role that diet and exercise can play in prevention. Osteoporosis affects people across the globe. Taking steps to
reduce your risk for osteoporosis can prevent broken bones and other negative side effects of this disease.
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Dear Readers, When is the best time to make or update a Will or a Trust? It is critical to an overall estate plan to prepare the appropriate documents to ensure that your assets are distributed upon your death, in accordance with your wishes. Estate planning allows you to name people to act on your behalf in financial and medical situations when you are unable to do so and allows you to name a guardian and/or conservator for a minor or disabled child. Wills and Trusts are part of
Osteoporosis is often seen as a problem for the elderly, and the National Osteoporosis Foundation notes that being over 50 is a major risk factor for osteoporosis. But that doesn’t mean people younger than 50 can’t develop the disease. The misconception that osteoporosis exclusively afflicts aging men and women only highlights the need to learn more about the disease. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both. Because people cannot feel their bones weakening, osteoporosis is often called a “silent disease,” notes the NOF. Despite its silence, osteoporosis is a serious threat, increasing a person’s risk for bone breaks from falls. What happens to bones when a person has osteoporosis? The NOF notes that, under a microscope, healthy bones look like a honeycomb. When a person has osteoporosis, the holes and spaces in the honeycomb are considerably larger than in healthy bones. Osteoporotic bones are not as dense as healthy bones, and as they become less dense, they weaken and are more susceptible to breaks. Is osteoporosis common? Osteoporosis is common across the globe. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, one in three women over age 50 and one in five men over age 50 will experience osteoporotic fractures. What are the risk factors for osteoporosis? The NOF categorizes risk factors for osteoporosis as uncontrollable and controllable. Uncontrollable risk factors include age, family history, low body weight (being small and thin), and a history of broken bones. Gender also is an uncontrollable risk factor, as women are more likely than men to suffer from osteoporosis. In fact, the NOF notes that a woman’s risk of breaking a hip due to osteoporosis is equal to her risk of breast, ovarian and uterine cancer. Controllable risk factors for osteoporosis include not eating enough fruits and vegetables; consuming too much protein, sodium and caffeine; a sedentary
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for those needing assistance with normal daily activities such as meal preparation, medication management, assistance with dressing, bathing and so much more. All staff take part in ongoing, extensive training programs. Resident Bev G. explains, “I moved to Cherry Hills Assisted Living just about a year ago. The staff is amazing, and so caring and warm. They all just walk up to you and give you a hug! One time, I got sick and everybody was so good to me and took such good care of me. They just go out of their way for you here. I feel very lucky to call Cherry Hills my home.” CHAL set out to deliver nutritious meals that were above and beyond other community fare, and they have succeeded. From a family member: “The food is consistently outstanding with a contemporary menu and a lot of classy touches like fresh herbs, creative daily specials and lighter sauces.” Kaia S.-daughter of CHAL resident.
CHAL’s huge success is also due in part to their vibrant activities schedule. “The doctor told my mom to keep engaged, keep up her social interaction, move and exercise and all of those things are provided here.” Lora W.-daughter of CHAL resident. If you are looking for excellent care, outstanding food, social engagement, daily cognitive and physical activities, and lots of love, look no further than Cherry Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care. “My Dad was very resistant to a move. Now he says to me, quite often, that he’s glad we moved him to Cherry Hills. When you are dealing with dementia by yourself, it’s all consuming. It’s such a relief to have help. And, it has allowed me to be the daughter again and him to be the Dad again. The other day, another resident’s family member said to me, ‘This is the cream of the crop’, and I feel that it is”. Zoe Ann S.-daughter of CHAL resident.
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enerally speaking, Retirement communities have a lot of activities for the women, we sat down and talked to our men and found a common theme. Beer! Wouldn’t it be fun to brew our own beer, start with learning how to grow hops, what kind of hops, taste test to see what we like? Getting a local Brewery to partner with us and walk us through the steps. What if we had a contest to name the beer and a contest to design the label. WOW! This could evolve in to something big. Thanks to Chef Tra-
vis Choi and Chad Hammer in Marketing, along with the Life Enrichment Director, Maddy Chapman and the Residents of Belleview Suites at DTC, our journey begins. Executive Director, Janet Piccinati formerly with Brookdale, now a Pegasus community, totally supports this new endeavor.
partner breweries June: Every week we will have a
“Beer Around the World” activ-
ity where we will try different style beers from around the world • June 13th: The Beer Committee will meet to discuss and Beer Timeline introduce the DTC beer • Mid-May, the hops label competition were planted! We will • End of June the namcontinue to tend the ing competition will get garden throughout this rolling month and next to ensure our hops are vining • Beginning of July will start the brewing with and climbing our partner brewery • May 22nd: Men’s Outing to check out the • July 25th: the launch last 2 contenders for the party for residents,
“I really miss a summer day, after mowing the lawn in the hot sun, my favorite spot was sitting on the back porch sipping a cold glass of beer” ‘Tis hard to tell which is best, Music, Food, Drink or Rest. -Anonymous guests, family and staff! it’s living life to the fullest, with a purpose. Being social and acStay tuned for the latest tive is a big part of the updates on our upcoming Pegasus community. Our beer brew project! belief and passion is creating an environment that Cheers to retirement living! Come visit our home. is more than just living,
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Enjoy safe backyard barbecues this summer
Backyard barbecues are synonymous with warm weather. And why wouldn’t they be? Grilling over an open flame when the weather is warm embodies the relaxing spirit of spring and summer, prompting many people to leave their oven ranges behind in favor of charcoal and gas grills. As relaxing as backyard barbecues can be, they can quickly take a turn for the worse if cooks don’t emphasize safety when grilling out. According to the National Fire Protection Association, an average of 9,600 home fires are started by grills each year. In fact, the Consumer Product Safety Commission notes that, between 2012 and 2016, an average of 16,600 patients went to the emergency room each year because of injuries involving grills. Such statistics only highlight the need to balance the fun of grilling with safety when hosting a backyard barbecue or cooking for the family. The following are some steps people can take to ensure their backyard bar-
becues are safe.
· Recognize that gas grills pose a threat as well. It›s easy to assume gas grills don›t pose as great a threat as charcoal grills, which produce soaring flames once the charcoal is lit. But the NFPA notes that gas grills are involved in 7,900 home fires per year. No grill is completely safe, and cooks must emphasize safety whether they›re using gas grills, charcoal grills or smokers. · Only use grills outdoors. Grills should never be used indoors. Even if rain unexpectedly arrives during a backyard barbecue, keep the grill outside. If unexpected rain is accompanied by lightning and thunder, extinguish the fire in the grill and go indoors. · Place the grill in a safe location. Grills should be placed well away from the home. Avoid locating grills near deck railings or beneath eaves and overhanging branches. Cut overgrown branches before lighting a
grill fire if they are in close proximity to the grill. · Keep your grill clean. The buildup of grease and fat, both on the grill grate and in trays below the grill, increases the risk of fire. Clean the grill routinely. · Properly light the grill. Lighting gas and charcoal grills requires caution. Before lighting a gas grill,
Business is picking up BY DOROTHY ROSBY
The reason people who litter are called litterbugs is because they bug me. Okay, maybe that’s not the reason. But they do bug me. Litter ends up in waterways. It makes road ditches and parks look like an episode of Hoarders. And it attracts critters no one wants hanging around, like flies, rats and bad-tempered walkers—like me. For reasons I can’t explain,
I feel compelled to pick up litter when I see it. It’s odd really, because I don’t always feel the need to pick it up in my own home. Early one morning, I cleaned up what remained of someone’s supper off a picnic table at the park. Then I picked up a gum wrapper, a beer can, a Styrofoam cup and a five-foot long grocery receipt. But when I noticed that someone had hauled in a beat-up recliner and left it at the baseball field, I couldn’t
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take it anymore. I’d had it with picking up other people’s trash. And not just because I couldn’t lift the recliner. I was out for a walk. This was supposed to be my happy time and it was being spoiled by other people’s bad manners, so I quit. Just like that. I walked by a fast food bag without slowing down. I hurried past an aluminum can and a half-empty plastic bottle. I was in no mood to consider it half full. But then, I spotted an empty plastic grocery bag. I couldn’t help myself. I picked it up and filled it with trash by the time I got home. I’ve got to come clean here, so to speak. I’ve littered a few times myself. But I swear, it was an accident and I’ve always gone to great lengths to pick up after myself. I once chased an empty tin can all
make sure the lid is open. If you must use starter fluid to light a charcoal grill, the NFPA advises using only charcoal starter fluid. Never add any fluids to the fire after it has been lit. · Do not leave a grill unattended. Cooks should never leave a lit grill unattended. If you must leave the grill, only do so if another adult
can stand in your stead. Lit grills pose a threat to children and pets, and unattended grills can be blown over by gusts of wind or tipped by wild animals, such as squirrels. Standing by a lit grill at all times can protect against such accidents and injuries. Grilling is a favorite summertime activity. For more information about grilling safety, visit www.nfpa.org.
the way down the hill by my house, and I live on a big hill. One time I littered during a girl’s day out with a friend. My fingernails were still wet with polish after my first and only manicure. I pushed the door of the salon open with my hip and walked across the parking lot with my hands up and my fingers splayed. I looked like I was being robbed. As I gingerly opened the door, a gust of wind swept a paper off the floorboards and out the door of my friend’s car. I thought it might be something important, like the deed to her house, so I chased it across the parking lot and retrieved it from behind the wheel of a parked car. Then I surveyed the damage: Two scraped nails and a tread mark up my arm—and all to save a furniture store flyer. My friend said that, while she appreciated the effort, she normally doesn’t keep the deed to her house on
her floorboards. Another time, I wasn’t so successful. As I got out of my car, a gust of wind blew a paper off my dashboard, onto the parking lot, and under my car. I closed the door, and set my purse, briefcase, and giant jug of iced tea on the ground while I reached under my car for the paper. That’s when I realized that my car was still running, and that at some point, I’d apparently locked my doors. Uh-oh. Fortunately, I keep a spare key in my purse. As I reached for the key, I knocked over my drink, and a puddle formed under me and my belongings. Now my knees were muddy. My briefcase was wet. My iced tea was gone. My car was running with the doors locked. And the paper that had started it all was airborne on its way to somebody else’s parking lot. It’s okay though. I probably picked it up the next time I was in the neighborhood.
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Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute founder honored Dr. J. Bronwyn Bateman, the former chair of the University of Colorado Department of Ophthalmology and the founding director of the Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute received the A. Edward Maumenee Medal for Distinguished Service at the 34th Pan-American Ophthalmology Congress in Cancun, Mexico on May 25, 2019. The award recognized Dr. Bateman, Past President of the Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology, for her outstanding leadership of ophthalmology education, patient care programs and cultural exchange The Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology was founded by Drs. Harry Gradle of Chicago, Moacyr Alvaro of Sao Paolo, Brazil and Conrad Berens of New York City In 1939. The PAAO is now the oldest supranational regional organization in ophthalmology. The biennial congress in Cancun had 4400 attendees from Canada to the southern tip of Chili and Argentina. The organization is celebrating its 90th anniversary in advanced continuing education, training resident educators and pro-
Dr. Fernando Arevalo presents the highly coveted Maumenee medallions to Dr. Bronwyn Bateman and Dr. Bradley Friends of Dr. Bateman and Dr. Irene Maumenee enjoy a Cancun reception for the Straatsma at the PAAO Biennial Congress award recipients. Photos by Bob Sweeney in Cancun, Mexico with 4400 attendees.
vides scholarship for fellowship training in universities. Sharing the honor with Dr. Bateman was Dr. Bradley Straatsma of the Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. Dr. Straatsma was president of the organization during a critical growth period relocating PAAO to Arlington, Texas and reorganizing governance within the organization still followed today. Dr. Straatsma is a legend in eye care and led the Stein Eye Institute to great heights during his tenure at the UCLA facility. As her leader he relates, “It was a distinct honor
Dr. Bradley Straatsma, award recipient, Dr. Fernando Arevalo President of the Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology, Venezuelan now at Wilmer Eye Institute, John Hopkins, University, and award recipient from Colorado, Dr. Bronwyn Bateman.
and pleasure for me to be co-recipient of the Maumenee Medal with Dr. Bateman. My respect and admiration for Dr. Bateman commenced during her ophthalmology residency at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and increased during her fellowships in pediatric ophthalmology and genetics as she achieved certification by both the American Board of Ophthalmology and the prestigious American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics. As a member of the faculty, she advanced to Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of California.” Dr. Straatsma continued his praise of Dr. Bateman, “She was recruited by Colorado and Wyoming Lions and the University of Colorado to become the first woman chair of the School of Medicine and in this capacity expanded the Department of Ophthalmology and was the founding director of the Rocky Mountain Lion Eye Institute at the University of Colorado campus, Aurora, Co.”
Dr. Bateman’s rose through the ranks of PAAO to become the president from 2003 to 2005. Her goals were to bring the emerging countries of the organization to greater activity in the organization. She has worked with colleagues Drs. Francisco Con-
PAAO regional meeting in Central America with Honduras, Nicaragua and El Salvador to be conducted in 2020 in Honduras. Drs. Straatsma and Bateman received the honor established in 1983 for exemplary service to PAAO for continuing education, the prevention of blindness and the promotion of scientific and cultural exchange among ophthalmologists in the Western Hemisphere. The award is named after Dr. Maumenee of the Wilmer institute at the Johns Hopkins University who was an early supporter of Mexican tribal the PAAO and founddancers perform ed the PAAO Founfor the PAAO Congress during dation. Currently, Dr. the opening Bateman is a clinical ceremonies of professor of Ophthalthe 34th PAAO mology at the UniCongress. versity of California, Los Angeles. With a treras of strong commitment to excelPeru and lence, she continues to lead Rafael Pan-American Association Cortez of programs to enhance ophthalVenezue- mology patient care and trainla in establishing a fellowship ing in the nations of Central for sub-specialty-training for America. young ophthalmologists from Dr. Bateman is married to Honduras. The three have reDr. Douglas Hershey, and they cently worked to successfully reside in California and Colestablish a first ever biennial orado.
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This legislative in the Senators Faith session was marked Winter and Angela by headlines touting a Williams, states that whole host of new proColorado “shall strive posals and laws ranging to increase renewable from regulations on oil energy generation and gas to gun control and eliminate statewide greenhouse gas to a state-run family pollution by the midleave policy. According dle of the twenty-first to Charlie McNeil, CEO Charlie McNeil century.” of NexGen Resources Corporation and a member of the ComThe primary objective of mon Sense Policy Roundtable HB19-1261 is to set new stateBoard of Directors, one of the wide greenhouse gas emission least talked about, most sweeping targets, set as a percentage to be reduced from 2005 levels: issues to come out of the 2019 • 26% reduction by 2025 legislative session is the aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. • 50% reduction by 2030 “Early on, Governor Jared Po- • 90% reduction by 2050 lis and state lawmakers identified These are ambitious targets climate change and addressing by any standard. How we reach greenhouse gas emissions as one these targets was not determined of his top issues,” said McNeil. by the legislation. Rather, the Air Polis made the issue of cliQuality Control Commission, a mate change a cornerstone of his committee appointed by the Govfirst State-of-the-State speech and ernor, will develop rules and set policy for achieving the targets. dozens of bills were introduced “The mission of Common and debated this session on all Sense Policy Roundtable (CSPR) aspects of climate change. is to research issues that impact In fact, no less than twelve the future of the Colorado econbills addressing the production omy and individual economic of greenhouse gas emissions opportunity,” continued McNeil. became law this year alone. Perhaps most notable according to “Given the emphasis on greenMcNeil is HB19-1261. The bill house gas emissions during the sets greenhouse gas pollution legislative session and the potenreduction targets for 2025, 2030, tial impact of this legislation on and 2050, using the year 2005 as our economic future, we asked the question, “are those targets a baseline. “The ultimate outcome of this within reach?” CSPR has created a simple law depends on the implementation. However, the impacts could calculator for readers to test alaffect every industry sector and ternative ways to comply with every Coloradan for years to Colorado’s new greenhouse gas (GhG) emissions targets. Visit come. With this new mandate https://www.commonsensepolithere is no telling how harmful cyroundtable.org/emission-reducthe new changes could be to our shared economic future,” contin- tion-calculator/ to learn more and ued McNeil. give it a try. HB19-1261, introduced by The calculator allows users to Speaker of the House KC Becker select or mandate reductions in and State Representative Domidifferent industry sectors ranging nique Jackson and co-sponsored
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from coal mining to agriculture to residential and commercial fuel use. The most recent projections estimate that total Greenhouse Gas (GhG) emissions in 2030 will be 15% higher than 2005 levels. According to the new law, that means emissions in 2030 will need to be reduced by 56% from current projections. While reducing emissions from natural gas and oil systems as well as coal mining are frequently mentioned in the context of political implications and solutions to reduce emissions, CSPR found that completely eliminating emissions from both of these sectors, in addition to reducing Electric Power emissions by 80%, would only reduce emissions levels by 2030 to 71% of 2005 levels. “Entirely eliminating two industry sectors would destroy our economy and is simply not feasible,” said McNeil. “This underscores the need for lawmakers to tread carefully and consider the full range of impacts as they move toward implementation of this legislation.” There is no doubt that implementing this new law will have a dramatic impact on our economy and our state. To learn more, visit www.commonsense policyroundtable.org.
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The public is invited to an open house-style public input meeting on the proposed Cornerstone Park Revised Site Plan, which includes possible future improvements to the park. The meeting will take place at Cornerstone Park, 5150 Windermere Street, on Thursday, June 27, from 5:30 - 7 p.m., at the shelter, located just west of the Pickleball courts. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be moved to Buck Recreation Center, 2004 West Powers Avenue. The Revised Site Plan in-
cludes the following: • Conversion of the existing seven multi-use fields to synthetic turf with sports lighting. The light fixtures will be LED with full cutoff to eliminate glare and light trespass outside the field area. An accessible route will provide access to the fields. • Addition of a road connecting the skate park and the playground parking lots to improve circulation and safety within the park. • Addition of six lighted Pickleball courts and lighting the existing horseshoe pits in the active adult area. • Addition of a trail connec-
tion to Progress Park at the northeast corner of the site. • Removal of the undeveloped volleyball courts, fourth ballfield, amphitheater, xeriscape sculpture garden and tree nursery from the Site Plan. If approved, conversion of two multi-use fields to synthetic turf with sports lighting may occur as early as 2020. There is no time frame for the other proposed improvements. To view the proposed improvements, visit ssprd.org/ Construction-Detours. Send comments to Senior Park Planner Pam Cornelisse, at pcornelisse@ssrd.org.
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FORECLOSURES COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0172-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 29, 2019, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Arapahoe records. Original Grantor(s) Tanya Porter Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Advance Mortgage & Investment Company, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Pingora Loan Servicing, LLC Date of Deed of Trust August 29, 2017 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 28, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D7110035 Book: n/a Page: Original Principal Amount $493,350.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $487,844.37 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 2, CHERRY CREEK VISTA FILING NO. 7, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5438 S Iola Way, Englewood, CO 801113819. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/31/2019, at the East Hearing Room, County Administration Building, 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, Colorado, 80120, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 6/6/2019 Last Publication 7/4/2019 Name of Publication The Villager IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; DATE: 03/29/2019 Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee in and for the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado By: Susan K Ryden, Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: David W Drake #43315 Scott D. Toebben #19011 Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 18CO00511-1 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. ©Public Trustees› Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Published in The Villager First Publication: June 6, 2019 Last Publication: June , 2019 Legal # 0172-2019 ____________________________
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TREASURER NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to Donald R. Stone, Donald Ross Stone, Charles W. Shiery, Mary Lou Shiery, Robert F. Stone, John F. Bild, Linda Madigan You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 5th day of November, 2015, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to TTLBL, LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: LOT 37 BLK 3 BLVD GDNS ANNEX aka 3350 S. Eliot St. and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to TTLBL, LLC; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2014; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Donald R. Stone for said year 2014; That said TTLBL, LLC, on the 17th day of September, 2018, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said TTLBL, LLC, on or about the 15th day of October, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 6th day of June, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: June 13, 2019 Last Publication: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9071 ____________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to John Evans Family Ltd Partnership You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 6th day of November, 2014, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Bradford F. Kerekes, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: W 30 FT OF LOT 25 CHERRY CREEK EAST 4TH FLG and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to Bradford F. Kerekes; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2013; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of John Evans Family Ltd Partnership for said year 2013; That on the 24th day of May, 2019, A.D., said Bradford F. Kerekes assigned said certificate of purchase to Steven S. Smith;
That said Steven S. Smith, on the 24th day of May, 2019, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said Steven S. Smith, on or about the 17th day of September, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 7th day of June, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: June 13, 2019 Last Publication: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9072 ____________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to The Bruce C Newman Trust, The Lee C Newman Trust, Lila Lee Newman, Estate of Lila Lee B. Newman, William C. Butcher, Estate of Morris W. Newman, Wade Ash Woods Hill & Farley, P.C., Michael R. O’Keefe 3D You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 5th day of November, 2015, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to Jason Leeper, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: 1/32 INT IN M/R 34-4-62 640A and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to Jason Leeper; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2014; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Lila Lee Newman, The Lee C Newman Trust, The Bruce C Newman Trust for said year 2014; That said Jason Leeper, on the 14th day of September, 2018, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said Jason Leeper, on or about the 22nd day of October, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 12th day of June, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County
Grove Condo HOA, Jon P. Terry, Vectra Bank Colorado, National Association, Zions Bancorporation, N.A., Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Pueblo County Public Trustee, Overturf McGath & Hull, P.C., Jason P. Rietz You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 5th day of November, 2015, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to TTLBL, LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: UNIT 224 BLDG 2 AS PER CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION RECORDED IN B4418 P298 AND AS AMENDED & RESTATED AT RECEPTION #B5001453 ASPEN GROVE CONDOMINIUMS (F/K/A KNOWN AS WOLHURST POINT CONDOMINIUMS. aka 7132 S. Bryant St., Unit 224 and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to TTLBL, LLC; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2014; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Meredith M. Pechek for said year 2014; That said TTLBL, LLC, on the 17th day of September, 2018, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said TTLBL, LLC, on or about the 22nd day of October, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 12th day of June, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: June 20, 2019 Last Publication: July 4, 2019 Legal # 9077 ____________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to Meredith M. Pechek, Estate of Meredith M. Pechek, Aspen Grove Condo HOA, Jon P. Terry, Vectra Bank Colorado, National Association, Zions Bancorporation, N.A., Arapahoe County Public Trustee, Pueblo County Public Trustee, Overturf McGath & Hull, P.C., Jason P. Rietz You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 5th day of November, 2015, A.D., the then County Treasurer of the County of Arapahoe, in the State of Colorado, sold at public tax lien sale to TTLBL, LLC, the following described real estate situate in
the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: UNIT 224 BLDG 2 AS PER CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION RECORDED IN B4418 P298 AND AS AMENDED & RESTATED AT RECEPTION #B5001453 ASPEN GROVE CONDOMINIUMS (F/K/A KNOWN AS WOLHURST POINT CONDOMINIUMS. aka 7132 S. Bryant St., Unit 224 and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to TTLBL, LLC; That said tax lien sale was made to satisfy the delinquent general taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2014; That said real estate was taxed or specially assessed in the name(s) of Meredith M. Pechek for said year 2014; That said TTLBL, LLC, on the 17th day of September, 2018, the present holder of said Certificate, who has made request upon the Treasurer of said County for a deed to said real estate; That a Treasurer’s Deed will be issued for said real estate to the said TTLBL, LLC, on or about the 22nd day of October, 2019, A.D., unless the same has been redeemed. Said property may be redeemed from said sale at any time prior to the actual execution of said Treasurer’s Deed. Witness my hand this 12th day of June, 2019, A.D. Sue Sandstrom Treasurer Arapahoe County Published in The Villager First Publication: June 20, 2019 Last Publication: July 4, 2019 Legal # 9078 ____________________________
ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT To whom it may concern: This notice is given with regard to items in the custody of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that have been released for public auction. The Sheriff’s Office will release numerous items including but not limited to, bicycles, jewelry, audio/ visual equipment, automotive parts, tools, sports equipment (such as camping, rafting, skiing gear, etc.), household goods and other items of personal property to a private auction company identified as Propertyroom.com and/or Roller Auction. These items will be released for on-line bidding on the last Tuesday of each month for Roller Auction and the last day of the month for Propertyroom. com. Both auctions are open to the public. If any citizen believes they have property in the possession of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office that can be identified, and for which they can show proof of ownership associated with a written report that has been filed with the Sheriff’s Office prior to this announcement, can contact the evidence section of the Sheriff’s Office. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE BID INFORMATION ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado (the “City”) will receive bids by electronic submission through BidNet® on the Rocky Mountain Bid System on the Greenwood Village website at www.greenwoodvillage. com/bids. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 p.m., July 9, 2019 for the: Yosemite-Caley Westbound Right Turn Extension Project The plans and specifications for the Yosemite-Caley Westbound Right Turn Extension Project are available electronically via the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System on the City of Greenwood Village website, www.greenwoodvillage. com/bids. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to make final determination in the event of duplications. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for opening thereof. Preference is hereby given to materials, supplies, and provisions produced, manufactured, or grown in Colorado, quality being equal to articles offered by competitors outside of the State. Colorado labor shall be employed to perform the work for which bids are requested herein to the extent of not less than eighty percent (80%) of each type or class of labor in the several classifications of skilled and common labor employed on such work, pursuant to C.R.S. § 8-17-101. The City requires a certified or cashier’s check, or a corporate surety bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid amount before the City can accept or consider any bid for any bids greater than Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00). The bid and the deposit shall be filed with the Public Works Department, securely sealed and endorsed on the outside with a brief statement as to the nature of the item or work for which the bid is provided. Upon a bid award, such bond shall be returned to the unsuccessful bidder(s). In the case of the successful bidder, the bid bond will be returned upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, each in the full amount of the contract price. Such bonds will be retained by the City until the two year (2) warranty period has expired. An electronic bid opening will occur at 2:01 p.m., July 9, 2019. Pricing information will be shared with interested parties and will also be available through the Rocky Mountain Purchasing System. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Justin Williams at (303) 708-6150 or jwilliams@greenwoodvillage.com. /s/ Jeremy Hanak Director of Public Works Published in The Villager First Publication: June 20, 2019 Last Publication: June , 2019 Legal # 9074 ____________________________
Published in The Villager Published: June 20, 2019
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Published in The Villager First Publication: June 20, 2019 Last Publication: July 4, 2019 Legal # 9076 ____________________________ NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession or Occupancy of the hereinafter Described Land, Lot or Premises, and to the Person in Whose Name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed, and to all Persons having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and To Whom It May Concern, and more especially to Meredith M. Pechek, Estate of Meredith M. Pechek, Aspen
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Paris Street Market at Park Meadows
Saturdays from June 15 – October 19. Visit this special open-air, vintage antique and artisan market located outdoors near the Vistas on the west side of the shopping center. Stop by to meet the fabulous people and explore the abundant treasures that can be found at this market. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Rain or shine. 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive, Lone Tree. For information call 303-792-2999
Spoons & Tunes at Park Meadows
June 6 – August 8. Join Park Meadows Retail Resort for free events every Thursday. Head over to Vistas outdoors on the west side for summer fun including food trucks, live music, dancing, a beer garden, barbeque and a kid’s train. 5:00 – 8:00 pm. 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive, Lone Tree. For information call 303-792-2999
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June 23. Arapahoe Philharmonic musicians and guests will perform chamber music by Eric Ewazen, Cindy Hsu and Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. 2:30 pm. Park Hill Congregational Church, 2600 Leyden St., Denver. For information email erin@arapahoe-phil. org or call 303-781-1892
54th Annual Greek Festival
June 21 – 23. Come eat, drink and dance like a Greek. Enjoy live entertainment, delicious Greek foods, beer and wines. The Greek boutique will feature authentic jewelry, clothing, Orthodox icons and art. Day pass $5, Seniors $4, children under 12 free. 11:00 am – 11:00 pm Friday & Saturday. 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday. Assumption Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 4610 E. Alameda Ave. For information browse our website at www.thegreek
festival.com , email eklaird@msn.com or call 303-931-4404
EDUCATIONAL
Butterflies at Chatfield Farms
May 25 – Sept. 2. This seasonal habitat is home to hundreds of native butterflies such as swallowtails, monarchs, mourning cloaks and painted ladies. Presented with Butterfly Pavilion. 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Chatfield Farms, 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton. For tickets: www. botanicgardens.org or call 720-8653500
EVENTS
Englewood Chamber Friday Coffee June 21. Make new connections in business, nonprofit and government sectors at this monthly event. 7:30 – 9:00 am. Our Village Healing Center, 720 W. Hampden Ave. #110
(near Galapago St.). Contact info@ myenglewoodchamber.com or call 303789-4473
George Custer: Fact and Fiction
June 25. George Koukeas, widely known for his wide-ranging historical presentations, will reveal little known facts about General Custer. Expect to hear Custer myths related to his final battle at Little Big Horn debunked. 7:00 pm. Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura Street. For information call 303795-3961
Yoga in the Park
June 25. Free yoga in the great outdoors. This summer join one or all six outdoor yoga sessions led by South Suburban Parks and Recreation instructors. No registration necessary. 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Belvedere Park, 10315 Bellwether Lane. For information email jamied@ssprd.org or call 303-483-7016
Junior League of Denver grants $50k to eight nonprofits CONTRIBUTED BY JUNIOR LEAGUE OF DENVER
The Junior League of Denver (JLD) granted $50k to eight nonprofit organizations at a 100th Anniversary celebration on May 22 at the Tivoli. Additionally, the League announced members had successfully logged more than 100,000 volunteer hours since June 1 in honor of the historic organization’s 100th Anniversary in Denver. JLD is granting up to $100,000 in honor of it’s 100th Anniversary. Four nonprofits received $20k in May 2018, and up to $30k will be awarded in May 2020, bringing the total to $100,000 to honor a century of service. The League also launched a yearlong initiative to track and log 100,000 hours of volunteer service from its 1,750 members. JLD members were asked to count the time they give not only to the League, but also to other nonprofit organizations, schools, libraries and others in need. “Celebrating our 100th Anniversary year has been such a wonderful experience,” said
Becky Schaub, 2018-2019 JLD President. “Reflecting on the League’s rich history is a humbling experience for all JLD members. We look forward to honoring all of the incredible women that came before us by continuing to provide trained civic volunteers to our community, as well as provide vital monetary support to fellow nonprofits through our granting program.” Since 1918, the Junior League of Denver has dedicated itself to improving the Denver community through the leadership of its trained volunteers. Over the past 100 years, the League helped establish and fund some of Denver’s most significant institutions and programs including Children’s Museum of Denver, the first Red Rocks concert series, the University of Denver Speech Clinic, Denver Santa Claus Shop, Children’s Pavilion at the City Park Zoo, Mile High Transplant Bank (now Donor Alliance), and Girls Inc. of Metro Denver - just to name a few. In addition, the JLD donat-
ed a trail way to the State of Colorado as the first volunteer group to do so.
List of Grantees:
THE GROWHAUS $17,000 HOPE HOUSE OF COLORADO $5,000 SCHOLARS UNLIMITED $5,000 DENVER SANTA CLAUS SHOP $3,000 DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY FRIENDS FOUNDATION $3,000 SECOND CHANCE CENTER, INC. $10,000 WRITE OUR WORLD $5,000 ANCHOR CENTER FOR BLIND CHILDREN $2,000
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Miller’s Landing development project underway CONTRIBUTED BY NAVPOINT REAL ESTATE
Miller’s Landing, one of Castle Rock’s largest commercial development projects, is actively being marketed by NavPoint Real Estate Group following the remediation of what was once Castle Rock’s landfill. The 65-acre-site, which is perched above Interstate 25 and Plum Creek Parkway and offers panoramic views of Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller Park and Pikes Peak, is well underway with the initial designs for build-out and infrastructure work also underway. “The cleanup of the site was uneventful, and we’re excited to begin welcoming interested users to Castle Rock and Miller’s Landing to see how very special this location will be for their business,” said Shawn Temple of P3 Advisors, the master developer of the property. “This project would not be able to move forward without the foresight of the Mayor and Town to implement the Urban Renewal Authority
as a financial tool. We have a tremendous team at NavPoint, headed by longtime Colorado real estate veteran Charlie Davis, who have a great understanding of the local market and how truly special and unique this location is for any company that desires a central location between Denver and Colorado Springs. The vision of Mayor Paul Donahue, the Town of Castle Rock and the Castle Rock Economic Development Council have helped make Miller’s Landing a reality.” The team saw an opportunity to redevelop the site positioned between the 320-acre Philip S. Miller Park and Downtown Castle Rock, converting the municipally owned landfill into an economic engine and complementing nearby amenities such as bike trails, zip lines, the future Snowsports 365, local shops, restaurants and urban living opportunities. P3 Advisors, the Town of Castle Rock and the Castle Rock Economic Development Council worked together to
Jewish Family Service receives $35,000 grant CONTRIBUTED BY JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF COLORADO
Jewish Family Service of Colorado (JFS) recently received a $35,000 grant from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation of West Bloomfield, Michigan, to operate Lunchbox Express, the agency’s summer food distribution program for at-risk children. This grant will help JFS increase the number of meals served and the number of locations where children can receive free summer lunches. Lunchbox Express is a simple mobile food delivery system that targets discrete
areas of underserved children and brings free lunch and books to them during the summer. The program is dedicated to feeding hungry Colorado kids when school is out, and they don’t have access to free or reduced-fee lunches in their schools. JFS is expecting to serve approximately 25,000 meals at 21 locations and to distribute approximately 15,000 books this summer. About 200 children will also receive backpacks filled with school supplies in mid-August to give them the tools they need to return to school in the fall.
Dumb Friends League receives grant CONTRIBUTED BY DUMB FRIENDS LEAGUE
The Rachael Ray Foundation™ awarded a $150,000 grant to the Dumb Friends League Solutions—Veterinary Hospital. The hospital, which opened in October 2018, is a full-service, low-cost animal hospital that exists to prevent suffering in pets whose caretakers would otherwise be unable to provide veterinary care. The generous grant will specifically support veterans and seniors seeking medical care for their pets at Solutions—Veterinary Hospital through The Rachael Ray Foundation™ Veterans Fund and The Rachael Ray Foundation™ Seniors Fund. The grant will also support preventative care for all clients and their pets through The
Rachael Ray Foundation™ Preventative Care Fund. By funding this work, The Rachael Ray Foundation will aid the League’s efforts to preserve existing bonds between people and pets— regardless of an owner’s ability to pay. “Many of our patrons at Solutions—Veterinary Hospital have nowhere else to turn,” said Duane Adams, Dumb Friends League vice president of community solutions. “We provide access to affordable veterinary care and are grateful for The Rachael Ray Foundation’s support of this life-changing resource in our community.” For more information visit ddfl.org. To learn more about The Rachael Ray Foundation’s mission, visit rachaelray foundation.org.
ROCK PARK DOWNTOWN CASTLE ROCK
MILLER’S LANDING
FESTIVAL PARK
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FULL INTERCHANGE AT I-25 PHILIP S. MILLER PARK
form a partnership that has attracted the private invest2 ment necessary to make public improvements and complete the overall development of the site. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Voluntary Cleanup Program provided guidance and oversight for the cleanup, and the project also received a loan from the Colorado Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund. In addition, the Colorado Tax Credit for Remediation of Contaminated Land also helped offset the environmental cleanup costs. Together, the group of visionary developers and real estate investors will bring to life approximately 1 million square feet encompassing a full-service resort and conference center,
retail, food and beverage, office and entertainment uses. As part of the development, the team plans to build trails to connect downtown to the park, in addition to the existing 10+ mile network. Miller’s Landing will also include public parking, helping to alleviate congestion at the park, which attracts 1.5 million vehicles annually. Development of Miller’s Landing will occur in four phases, over the course of 7 – 10 years. It will include an opportunity for a corporate campus, office, retail and entertainment sites, as well as a full-service hotel. The pad sites for users will range in size from 0.5 acres up to 12 acres. Negotiations with potential users are underway. P3 Advisors is the master
developer of the property, which will generate an estimated $350 million to $500 million in private investment. In addition to P3 Advisors, the development team includes Crown Community Development, a part of the Chicago-based Henry Crown and Company. Additionally, Summit Smith Development, which has developed approximately $4 billion in real estate projects including multiple hotel projects, will develop the hotel property (joined by C.D. Smith Construction, which has worked with Summit Smith on projects in over 40 states, most of which have been self-financed). Please direct pad sale inquiries to Charlie Davis at NavPoint Real Estate Group, 720-5182866 or charlie.davis@ navpointre.com.
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BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On June 12, Back the Blue, formed in Colorado in 2016 to provide financial support to law enforcement K-9 units and help local police and sheriffs obtain K-9s, held a benefit called Heroes with Paws. The goal of the event was to raise money to support the Greenwood Village Police Department K-9s, as well as those of the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office. For the second year in a row, Kuni Lexus of Greenwood Village hosted the event and Darby Kelly, Senior Manager, Administrative Services for CoBank at 6340 S. Fiddlers Green Circle in Greenwood Village organized the event, which included hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and a silent auction. Sixty people attended and got to meet eight
K-9s and their handlers, as well as observe demonstrations of how the dogs assist law enforcement with apprehending suspects and finding illegal drugs.
Police dogs, or K-9s, play a vital role in law enforcement. Trained primarily for tracking and catching suspects and sniffing out illegal drugs, the breeds we see most in our
Arapahoe County Deputy Sheriff Kelly Draper’s K-9 Kilo has a muzzle that looks like very sharp teeth.
LEFT: K-9 Arrow would do some serious damage to a suspect he catches who isn’t wearing special multi-layer gear that Arrow cannot chew through. All it took for Arrow to catch the suspect was direction from his handler Gordon Carroll.
Arapahoe County needs your input Arapahoe County is one of the fastest growing counties in Colorado. And why wouldn’t it be? Our cities and
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communities feature some of the best quality of life our state has to offer. But accommodating that success, and
Planning our future together
the growth it brings with it, requires careful analysis of our current situation and a focus on what’s best for all our residents going forward. It means planning our future together.
OUR PRIORITIES
DID YOU KNOW?
One urgent public safety need is at the Arapahoe County Jail. Originally built to house 386 inmates, the building regularly holds more than 1,100. This crowding - coupled with limited space- makes it very challenging to manage inmates, protect the deputies and staff that work in the jail and provide mental health treatments and other needed services.
area are German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois. Like humans, dogs use all their senses, but their ability to smell and hear is more acute than ours and they can see ten times better than us in the dark. Dogs used as K-9s are expensive to buy and train. One of the newest members of the team at the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, two-year-old K-9 Arrow, is partnered with Deputy Sheriff Gordon Carroll, who has handled K-9s for 11 years. Carroll told the gathering that Arrow cost $6,500 to buy and $50,000 to train. He also shared that the motto for using K-9s is “paws before boots,” meaning, in a high-risk situation, officers prefer to send in dogs to seek out suspects or dangerous substances before they risk the lives of their human officers. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
OUR FUTURE
Arapahoe County provides the jail and courts for all cities and towns, as well as unincorported areas, within the county.
Arapahoe County residents are currently working to chart a course forward. Their next meetings will be from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on June 11 and June 17 at the Arapahoe County CentrePoint Plaza located at 14980 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora, CO.
JOIN US Learn more by visiting ArapahoeGov.com/ countyconversations or email together@arapahoegov.com.
TELEPHONE TOWN HALL Thursday, June 27, 2019 7 PM – 8 PM TOPIC: PUBLIC SAFETY Save the Date! Engage with your County Commissioners and elected officials on the important subject of public safety. Ask questions, share ideas, give feedback. Save the date to participate.
OUR MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDERS Uniformed first responders and members of the military now receive service priority at all four branch offices of the Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. Visit arapahoegov.com/clerk to learn more.
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K-9 Riggs looks to GVPD Officer Jeff Mulqueen for direction and praise.