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Arapahoe County in desperate need of new jail The Arapahoe County Long Range Planning Committee (ACLRPC) is a 25-member panel of residents, business leaders and nonprofit executives formed by the Board of County Commissioners to study and help guide decisions about future county needs. The committee is focused on long-term transportation issues and future infrastructure requirements at the Arapahoe County Justice Center. They are also being briefed on the county’s use of open space tax dollars. The most pressing need appears to be replacing the county jail.
The current status of the facility
In a presentation to the ACLRPC on June 11 at CentrePoint Plaza in Aurora, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office Bureau Chief of Detention Services Vince Line outlined why the Arapahoe County Detention Facility is in dire need of replacement. On June 17 the committee met again to ask questions and get more information. Built in 1986 for 386 inmates, the jail currently holds around 1,200. Due to ongoing efforts to pre-
vent unnecessary incarceration for lesser offenses through lower bonds, pretrial diversion, home detention, alternative sentencing and calling (now texting) to remind people about their court dates, the jail population is now comprised of detainees charged with more severe crimes. Many also have significant mental health issues and there are only 20 cells designed for those with acute medical or behavioral issues. Line estimates 40 percent of inmates have mental health issues. That excludes anyone with a substance abuse problem, which the sheriff’s office does not classify as a mental health disorder. Line explained that recent changes in Colorado law allowing certain drug-related charges to be reclassified from felonies to misdemeanors under specified conditions has put additional pressure on county jails, since they house misdemeanor offenders while state prisons usually house those convicted of felonies. As the inmate population has grown, the support services areas, including kitchen, laundry, and medical treatment facilities have not been expanded since the Continued on page 3
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Former Colorado Attorney General and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton, Aurora mayoral candidate and former U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman, former Centennial Mayor Cathy Noon, fundraiser host Don Cook, and real estate developer Buz Koelbel talked about the possibilities for Aurora’s future.
Aurora mayoral candidate Mike Coffman (second from left) is surrounded by high-powered local business leaders in banking and real estate, Marty Schmitz (on the left) Miles Cortez, (right of Coffman) and Stuart Rifkin (far right).
Mike Coffman for Mayor of Aurora holds fundraiser BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
The City of Aurora will elect a new mayor on November 5, 2019. According to candidate Mike Coffman, there is no provision for a runoff. Whichever candidate gets the highest number of votes in the non-partisan race is elected. The Greenwood Village home of Don and Patty Cook, with its expansive outdoor decks and
NexGen President and CEO Charlie McNeil and his wife Judy visited with Kristina Davidson and her husband Jay Davidson, First American State Bank Chairman and CEO at the fundraiser for Mike Coffman for Aurora.
breathtaking views of Colorado’s mountains, was the setting for a June 18 fundraiser and show of support for the candidacy of former U.S. Rep. Mike Coffman for mayor of Aurora. A distinguished group of 80 former government and current business leaders gathered to hear Rep. Coffman explain his vision for Aurora, the city he has called home since he was 9 years old. Coffman talked about the potential to create a great identity
for Aurora, Colorado’s third-largest city with a population of 375,000, as a place where families can thrive and businesses can succeed and grow. The city is only 50 percent developed, he said, allowing for smart planning for parks and open space, along with new homes, with a focus on first-time homeowners. “I want Aurora to be a welcoming city to everyone who wants to call it home. The diversity of Aurora is extraordinary,” he said. Mary Estill Buchanan, Colorado’s secretary of state from 1974 to 1983, asked for everyone’s attention and said, “I’m here from Boulder to support Mike Coffman. He is a great public servant with a unique American story.” Coffman acknowledged Buz Koelbel and his wife Sherri for Koelbel’s participation in the ongoing redevelopment of Regatta Plaza at Parker Road and I-225, which Coffman described as an excellent example of mixed-use, transit-oriented development that will be a great benefit to Aurora and the community. When completed, the 22-acre redevelopment will feature 500 residential units, which Koelbel said will be comprised of both for-sale condominiums and apartments, along with 100,000 square feet of retail space and up to 250,000 square feet of commercial space. Coffman talked about growing up in Aurora around Fitzsimmons, where his father served in the army. He left high school after his junior year and enlisted, serving in the army infantry. Later, Coffman finished his education at CU under the GI Bill and returned to military service, becoming an infantry officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. Following his active military service, Coffman returned to Aurora and started a small business. Frustration with government regulation led to his decision to run for public office. Coffman served in the state legislature, as state treasurer, and ten years as a U.S. congressman. He told his supporters, “My focus in government has always been innovation. I worked on health care and welfare reform and brought in the Army Corps of Engineers to take over of and complete construction of the V.A. Hospital after seeing mismanagement by departmental staff of the V.A.” Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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jail was built in 1986. Due to the location of those service areas in the middle of the complex, there is no physical area in which facilities can be added. Centralized building systems, such as plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems, have also remained virtually unchanged, repaired through a patchwork of fixes, because many of the crawl spaces underneath the buildings, designed to provide access to mechanical equipment, have been infiltrated by dirt. The critical lack of space in the jail provides limited opportunities for inmate programming. In a 2017 article published by the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business, researchers demonstrated the high value of
educational, job-training, and alcohol and drug addiction programs in reducing inmate recidivism. According to Chief Line, research shows that “50 percent of inmates who receive re-entry services (how to find a job, housing, etc.) do not reoffend.” The booking and intake area, where municipal police departments throughout Arapahoe County bring their prisoners, in addition to those arrested by sheriff’s deputies, is also severely inadequate for our current population. Containing 18 cells and 29 beds, that facility frequently houses 70-80 inmates in the process of being booked or released. In 2018, 17,832 people were booked, 16,730 released, and 26,526 transported to court through that building. “Tight spaces and constant inmate movement,”
The Arapahoe County Long Range Planning Committee heard from county officials Janet Kennedy, Director of Finance, Bryan Weimer, Director of Public Works and Development, and Shannon Carter, Director of Open Spaces and Intergovernmental Relations, in addition to Vince Line, Sheriff’s Department Bureau Chief in charge of the county jail.
according to Chief Line, make it difficult to separate inmates causing disturbances. He also cites the “high number of inmates on suicide watch in booking.” Chief Line noted that the Arapahoe County Jail is not able to comply with state law (CRS 17-26105) which requires that apersons awaiting trial are to be kept “in
These photos show conditions inside the Arapahoe County Jail.
rooms separate and distinct” from those who have been convicted and sentenced. The law contains an exception “for any county whose jail does not have sufficient room for such separate confinement.” Nevertheless, the bureau would prefer to follow it. At the Arapahoe County Jail, 44 percent of inmates have been convicted and are serving sentences; 56 percent are awaiting trial.
What it will take to solve the problem
The plan to build a new facility, which will be designed to have a 40-year life, has been separated into two phases. The first will include a new booking and intake facility and all centralized services, including kitchen, laundry and medical areas, which will be designed to be able to be expanded. The second phase will be all the inmate housing, constructed to be expandable by building upward. Housing units will be designed to separate high, medium and lowrisk inmates, as well as those with
behavioral health issues. Of course, men and women will also be separated. Ken Morris, Arapahoe County Manager of Project Operations, told the committee on June 17 that the current up-to-date cost estimates are $195 million for phase one and $267 million for phase two of the jail complex. Chief Line estimated it will take eight years to complete both phases, but he emphasized that final designs have not been completed. If the design of phase two was to be done while phase one is being built, it could save time. In addition to its annual operating cost of $46 million, capital improvements at the jail for 2019, necessary to keep it safe and functioning, are budgeted at $4.8 million.
What’s next?
The ACLRPC will meet three more times, on July 10 and 23 in the Littleton Rooms at CentrePoint Plaza at 14980 E. Alameda Drive in Aurora, and on July 30 in the Arapahoe Room at Lima Plaza, located at 6954 S. Lima Street in Centennial. All meetings are from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and are open to the public. Once they have completed their work, the ACLRPC will report their findings and recommendations to the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners. Additional information can be found on the county’s website at http://www.arapahoegov. com/2050/Long-Range-PlanningCommittee. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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can indeed work with President Trump and may take his restraint they had in their sights another starting another Middle East war. as a step towards diplomacy over U.S. plane trailing the drone with Iranian leaders could take it conflict. The Persian are some 38 servicemembers on two ways: First, America show- of the wisest people in Middle ing weakness in not having an board, monitoring the East history and Trump’s more drone surveillance infor- immediate military response. The moderate approach may signal a great Middle East Hammurabi mation. significant improvement in U.S. President Trump im- quotation is “An eye for an eye, Iranian relations. Let us hope that mediately received both and a tooth for a tooth.” Since this may be the beginning of furpraise and condemnation the U.S. did not retaliate, they ther diplomacy. over his canceling of an may take this as a green light for The president has vowed that impending military bombing re- further military attacks. both North Korea and Iran will prisal against the Iranian missile President Trump has warned not be allowed to have nuclear sites. It was valuable information them about future actions. In that the Iranians have missiles his press conference, he spoke weapons: a very tough stance. capable of pinpoint targeting. of many Iranians living in New Only time will tell whether Some critics called him a York who were fine people the decision that President Trump “chicken” for stopping the misand good Americans. We have made to withhold a military sion. Others have described his many living in Denver who have strike was wise, or foolish. Havdecision as the best course of blended well into America. Prior ing the power to destroy and not action and to have power and not the to Iranian revolution the U.S. use it was a rare and wise move use it was very commendable. and Iran were once close allies. by one of the best deal makers in Trump has advocated before, Secondly, President Trump and during his first term, to end actually held out an olive branch U.S. history. We could end most conflicts the Middle East conflicts and towards Iran with kind words if we dropped bread instead of bring our troops home. He held toward the regime, rather than bombs. President Trump made true to his election mandates in hostility. Iranian leaders may using restraint against Iran and take that as a signal that they the right decision for now!
President Trump’s restraint is admirable
This has been a pivotal time in the presidency of Donald Trump. Described by “Never Trumpers” and political foes as a “loose cannon” and “war monger,” he showed brilliant common sense and restraint last week against Iran. I think the president finally earned the title of Commander and Chief as he carefully weighed advice from both “dove” and “hawk” advisors on the Iranian missile downing an unarmed and unmanned surveillance drone flying close to Iranian air space. He stated, on his way to Camp David in a lawn press session, that he felt that the apportionment did not make sense of taking an estimated 150 Iranian casualties over one unmanned U.S. drone. The Iranians have stated that
Had a publisher lunch at Charlie Browns at 10th and Grant on Monday afternoon with former Life on Capitol Hill newspaper publisher Hillary Waters. Hillary and husband Rory operated this very successful neighborhood newspaper for several decades and sold it a few years ago. Today it is owned by Colorado Media News, one of Colorado’s largest newspaper organizations. Hillary went with members of the Denver Lions Club several months ago on an eye glass mission to Ethiopia, led by Aurora Ethiopian leader Lion Mel Tewahade. The Lions took thousands of eye glasses to rural Ethiopia, which Hillary describes as a “life changing experience.” Helen Keller called the Lions her “Knights of the Blind.”
During the lunch we encountered Stuart MacPhail, a Capitol Hill legendary figure. His business card states, “The True Story of How Belmar Park Came into Existence.” He has written several books. He and his wife just returned from a very successful adventure in Egypt. *** Tuesday afternoon attended a Greenwood Hills reception for Congressman Mike Coffman, who is running for Mayor of Aurora, at the elegant residence of Don and Patty Cook. The modern home has a magnificent view of the mountain range from sweeping west windows. Quite an extensive list of Coffman supporters, which included Marty Schmitz, a GV resident who most recently sold his Citywide Banks to Heartland Banks. An
impressive crowd that included Mary Estill Buchanan from Boulder, who was State Treasurer, as was Mike. The election will be held in Nov. with high vote recipient the winner with no run-off like Denver just had. Coffman was raised in Aurora, and his background and lengthy experience makes him a perfect choice for Mayor of this explosive city. The hotly contested election has at least four serious contenders. *** Leaving the GV event, I made it to the Cherry Hills official residence of the Japanese Consul General Midori Takeuchi for a private chef elaborate seven-course sit down dinner. I was an invited guest of Ph.D. Deborah Palmieri, Dean of the Colorado Consular Corps. The
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almost seventy-five years have hurried by since I used real ones In our neighborhood, all of us in World War II, - I still enjoy boys would get together on the July 4, because it is still the street with our fireworks and our “DAY”. parents’ advice - “Be Careful!” Even though times have CAREFUL - we were espechanged, there are still fireworks cially in the way we would place and parades, and although toour fire cracker bombs in empty cans - then light the fuse and run, day’s parades fail to have the zip, boom and “hurrah’s” that I run, run away. Our big brothers remember so many, many years would place their bombs under ago - they still allow me to see sewer tops and Wow – Wow – and enjoy them through my Wow! Those really were the grandchildren’s eyes days – but they did end. And - even though explosive What has not ended was John Adams prediction 243 years ago fireworks, fortunately, are no lonin his July 3, 1776 letter to his ger allowed to be used by a ten wife, when he wrote that, “The year old, my grandchildren and day will be most memorable in I can still enjoy watching their the history of America. I am apt “sparkles” light up, and we can to believe that it will be celebrat- marvel at today’s magnificent ed by succeeding generations as professional fireworks. the great anniversary festival – it YES – July 4 is still a wonderought to be solemnized with ful special “DAY” to celebrate pomp and parade, bonfires and our country’s independence. illuminations (fireworks) from What has changed is that today one end of this continent to the the entire world should join in other from this time forward forwith us in celebrating our freeevermore.” dom, because we are now the Although eighty four of my last best hope of mankind for years have passed since I first preserving freedom.. exploded “toy fire bombs” and
July 4th Independence Day brings memories
Composer Boris Fomin wrote: because in addition to the day’s “Those were the days my friend, parade, hundreds of us, with I thought they’d never end our parents, would show - I’d play and play forev- REMARKS up at the Washington er and a day – for I was Monument to witness the young and sure to have evening festivities, which my way.” always started with a And although it is concert by the National now 2019, I still rememSymphony. ber that, when I reached After the National the ripe old age of ten way back Symphony Orchestra finished in 1935, I knew that July 4 was its concert of popular music one of those days - a special and - thankfully, they replaced symphony music that night with wonderful day, because I knew that it was our country’s Indepen- popular songs just so a kid like me wouldn’t fall asleep - we dence Day. witnessed one of the country’s I can still remember the President of the United States, largest and most beautiful display Franklin D. Roosevelt, waving of fireworks. to me as he rode in the parade on But – best of all – on the his way to the White House to 4th were the afternoon hours between the parade and the evehelp celebrate that special day. ning’s professional fireworks. My home town of Washington, D.C., would put on a parade with That was our time to explode more bands, fife and drum corps, our own firecrackers – our own “bombs”. special giant balloons and drill Yes - in those long-ago days, teams than any other city in our government could not and did country. not tell you what you could do Growing up in our nation’s and could not do – only your parcapital offered a kid like me ents had that obligation. unlimited excitement on July 4,
elaborate home overlooks the Cherry Hills golf course. Midori Takeuchi has only been in Denver a short time and is one of Japan’s ranking diplomats. Joining the dinner party was Kazumasa Kondo, Deputy Consul General. President Trump will be in Japan this week attending the G-20 Summit. Dinner guests enjoying the sit-down formal dinner were Russian honorary consul and noted author Deborah Palmieri, Ms. Nancy Bugbee, CEO, founder and board president of the Institute for Life and Care in Greenwood Village, Castle Pines residents Neel and Katya Duncan (Neel is managing director of Integrated Petroleum Technologies and met and married his Russian wife 21 years ago while
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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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Why the new U.S. Space Command matters?
The Secretary of the Air Force, Heather Wilson, will be deciding in September. where to locate the new U.S. Space Command. On the list of six possible locations for this new command include four Colorado Air Force bases, three located in the Colorado Springs area and one at Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora.
The standing up of a new U.S. Space Command is the recognition of the growing threat of hostile attacks on our military and commercial satellites. The People’s Republic of China several years ago, successfully destroyed one of its satellites by sending a rocket to hit the satellite, scattering its remnants across outer space.
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Religious intolerance Round 3 In 2012 Masterpiece Cakeshop owner Jack Phillips was sued by the Colorado Civil Rights Division (CCRD) for refusing to bake a wedding cake, for a gay couple, because of his deeply held Biblical beliefs. After he was found guilty by the CCRD, the Alliance Defense Fund (ADF) appealed the case all the way to the U.S. Supreme
court which ruled 7-2 that CCRD had violated the U.S. Constitution’s Free Exercise clause in Jack’s case. Thus, in the first round, the Supreme Court clearly ruled that Jack had been persecuted for not making a special cake for this gay couple. In 2017 the Lakewood, CO baker was asked by an Autumn Charlie Scar-
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Since that success in destroying an orbiting satellite, many countries are developing offensive weapons with the capability of destroying satellites that pose an offensive threat. While the United States has been developing offensive and defensive capabilities in the new battleground of space, the Air Force needed to form a new joint command to focus resources to protect and defend our important assets in space.
If the new U.S. Space Command is selected to be stationed in Colorado, hopefully Buckley Air Force Base, it would bring several thousands of new highly technical jobs to the state and it will be an economic boom for high tech aerospace companies. Our military and civilian infrastructure has become so dependent on space assets that any kind of disruption to our communication and
intelligence satellites could totally shut down our military defense assets and totally destroy our financial and communications systems. The creation of a new Space Command to defend and protect our military and civilian communication assets is essential to this nation’s economic and military infrastructure; without it this entire nation could go dark.
dina to bake a special cake. This was to celebrate Scardina’s conversion from being a man to being a woman. Again, Jack refused because of his religious beliefs and again was pursued by the CCRD after Scardina filed a complaint with them. After the ADF filed suit against the CCRD on Jack’s behalf, the CCRD voted overwhelmingly to to drop the case. Thus, in round 2 the CCRD decided that there was no merit in trying to punish Jack for his religious beliefs. However, they both demanded that he use his incredible creative talents to make a special cake that violated his deeply held religious beliefs. Now Scardina, unhappy with the CCRD’s decision, has filed a lawsuit against Jack over the same issue and requested a jury trial. So now we
have round 3 of this struggle which Jack and his family have endured for seven long years. During all those years, they have received death threats and ongoing harassing phone calls. This makes one wonder if the LGBTQ community will ever stop persecuting this humble man who just wants to follow the Lord and bake things to support his family. After the Wall Street Journal’s reporting of the religious discrimination against Jack in round 2 , the whole world now knows of Colorado’s attempts to silence Jack’s freedom of religious expression. If this current lawsuit goes to a jury trial, let’s hope the citizens of Colorado send a clear message by ruling in favor of Jack’s right to free religious expression. Perhaps then
the ugly stain of religious intolerance can finally be removed from Colorado. Charles Newton Highlands Ranch, Co
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This letter previously ran in the June 20 issue of The Villager. It has been corrected to reflect that Phillips did not offer to sell a pre-made cake to Scardina.
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America remembers I came across a book titled America Remembers while moving a few things on my bookshelves this past week. The sub-title reads “Our best-loved customs and traditions.” I have no idea where I got it, but the title page says it was published in 1956, the year I turned 16. It is a thick book, with small, hard to read type. It is a compilation of 68 short essays about American life before the turn of the 20th Century to the time of our nation’s recovery following World War II. No two essays were written by the same author and the topics cover everything from being a small-town lawyer to husking bees to Circus Days in the late 1890’s. Many of the writer’s names are familiar. I even saw one essay written by William Allen White, the noted rural Kansas editor. It’s called Willie White’s Home Town. Another piece, titled “The Paper
Route”, brought back memories of delivering the Argus-Leader while growing up in Sioux Falls and Golden Shopper routes when we first started our publishing business. Earlier, the same day I found the book, my Wednesday morning Bible class discussed how our culture has changed since we, now all well over 60, were kids. Our generation, we believe, was the last to see the local church our family attended to be the center of our social life. We had services Sunday morning and again Sunday night. Then we raced through farm chores or our town jobs on Wednesday, so we could make it to that night’s midweek services. And, every day in between, Grandpa would read to us from the Bible before we left the supper table. It’s interesting how we cling to treasured stories from the days when we were growing up. Those of us, of a certain age love to read
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stories about the games we played. Does anyone remember playing tag, hide ‘n seek and marbles? My grandkids would have found such activity boring. Their generation has much more sophisticated entertainment. Marbles were not expensive back then but how we hurt inside, whenever we lost a favorite in a game. There are so many topics that are good for remembering: the family trip to a muddy nearby farm pond to “swim” on a hot summer afternoon, for example. I always worried about snakes, however. Nearly everybody in town visited the local dealership when the new cars were unveiled in the fall back in the 50’s. Now the makers introduce new models all year long. And then there was the first time you rode the “moving stairway” at the four-story JC Penny store in downtown Sioux Falls. I think I must have spent over an hour riding up and down. My older brother, who preferred to be called Robert, but I called him Bob, slept in a bunk bed that had somehow been put together in an apartment walk-in
closet. He had the bottom bunk and I had the top. It was fortunate I was small then since my dad or brother had to literary push me through a small space between the mattress and top of the door frame to get me into bed. The area between the thin mattress and ceiling was tight and I couldn’t roll over to sleep on my side. But once we were in bed Bob and I would fall asleep listening to his homemade crystal set on two sets of earphones Dad had brought home from the Army Air Force base where he worked. Family time was big then. All the aunts, uncles, grandmothers, parents and cousins would spend every Fourth on the Wagner/Potter family farm north of Bridgewater, SD. Dad’s sister, Anne Potter cooked tons of pan-fried chicken for lunch on the big, old, black wood burning stove. T The men would sit around and talk crop, hunting and politics. The women would rush around with bowls of homemade salads, vegetables and potatoes as well as plates of cakes and pies. We kids would play in the yard, in the barn and on the farm equipment.
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Japanese Consul General, Midori Takeuchi, Consular Corp Dean, Debborh Palmieri and Chef Aimi Iura.
working in the oil business in Russia) and Ms. Inta Morris, chief operating officer and chief financial officer of the Colorado Dept. of Higher Education, who leads StudyColorado, which promotes Colorado higher education institutions at home and abroad. The elegant dinner featured Japanese delicacies, including Chawan-mushi (steamed egg custard), sushi and miso soup, a variety of salmon and gourmet steak samplers, topped off by a green tea “No-Bake” cheesecake. *** Last Friday publisher Gerri joined me in having lunch with Doris Truhlar and husband Bob. Both are Centennial lawyers at their law firm on Quebec, a short distance from Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ, located at 7685 E. Arapahoe Rd., just past Benedicts and Macaroni Grill. We discussed ongoing Centennial issues. Bob
At suppertime, always in a hurry to enjoy the farmyard fireworks display, we ate leftovers including the chicken and a fresh addition of hotdogs boiled in a big pot of water on that same cast, iron wood stove. There are other wonderful family gathering memories. My father always took two huge watermelon to the Fourth that he bought along the way at a roadside stand on Highway 18. On the drive to the farm I would sit between my mother and father in the front seat. When we returned home, however, late at night. I’d climb up on the deep ledge in the rear window and quickly fall asleep. I can’t help but wonder what today’s kids will remember about their family years when they set out to follow job opportunities and the bright lights of faraway places? My neighbor, Bob Hibma, says we live in a different time and a different culture. I can only hope it is still one that allows families to live happily together, to love one another and to have a storehouse of happy, comforting memories. Peter W. Wagner is the founder and publisher of the N’West Iowa Review and Okoboji Magazine
related how he first met Doris at DU Law School several decades ago. She, for the record, is an undergraduate of the Columbia School of Journalism, one of the most prestigious J-schools in America. Doris covers Centennial city government for The Villager and is a former council member. *** Thursday morning had an early breakfast at Urban Egg with Afshin Safave and Steve Tucker. Steve, in the early 1980s, attempted to build a Biltmore Hotel on the Buell property where Asfshin now resides. Now Safave serves as a Cherry Hills Village council member, recently elected to office. It was interesting to put Steve Tucker with Asfhin, who lives where Tucker would have developed an18-hole golf course. *** Ended the week Sat. morning
member Dave Gruber, former Buckley Air Force Base commander, and former Aurora Chamber president spoke about the history of the Buckley Air Force Base. He related that, in 1938, the city of Denver purchased a 100-square mile area of land several miles east of the city and donated it to the War Department. It was initially called the Demolition Bombing Range and served as an auxiliary field ordinance loading area and practice range for bombers from nearby Lowry Field. On June 14, 1941 the site was named Buckley Field after 1st L. John Harold Buckley, a pilot from Longmont, CO. who was killed in a mid-air collision in France on Sept. 27, 1918. The site has had a number of owners and operators, including the Colorado National Guard as a fighter base for 40 years. The base has been under the control of the United States Air Force since October 1, 2000. The base represents a joint coalition base that includes 3,100 active duty members from every service, 4000 National Guard personnel and Reservists, four commonwealth international partners, 2400 civilians, 2500 contractors, 36,000 retirees and approximately 40,000 veterans and dependents. He related that the Space Command Center may come to Buckley or to Peterson Air Base in Colorado Springs. *** Rockies had a good week sending baseballs into outer space, but not in Arizona.
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Esprit Homes and Collegiate Peaks Bank break ground in Landmark BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
More than 50 people gathered on a rainy, June 18 morning to take part in the groundbreaking for the new home of Esprit Homes, a developer and homebuilder whose offices are currently located nearby at 5600 S. Quebec Street in Greenwood Village. In addition to Esprit, the building will house the sixth Colorado location for Collegiate Peaks Bank (CPK). The foundation for the 11,698-square foot, two-story building is already in place and builder Bryan Construction expects to have construction of the building completed by year’s end. Esprit’s Steve Shraiberg told the crowd that they bought the land from the Colorado Department of Transportation because Esprit has long wanted to have their own building and believed that the location in Landmark was perfect for them and for the bank. The City of Greenwood Village was well represented at the groundbreaking by Mayor Ron Rakowsky, Mayor Pro
Andy Bjorklund of Bryan Construction, Esprit Homes principal and Cherry Hills Village City Council Member Al Blum, GV Mayor Pro Tem George Lantz, Collegiate Peaks Banks President Liam Girard, Esprit Homes principal Steve Shraiberg, president of the new branch of Collegiate Peaks Bank coming to this location Piper Pierce, and ULM principal Chris Hines broke ground for the new 2-story building at 5450 Greenwood Plaza Boulevard. Photo by Freda Miklin
Tem George Lantz, and City Council Member Dave Kerber. Lantz said he was “excited to be here” to welcome Esprit and Collegiate Peaks Bank to the area. Kerber said, “This is
my district. Welcome. Thank you to our developer. Not everybody gets to build here just because they want to. We want quality development. We look forward to having you here.” An artist’s rendering of the new building shows a sharp, contemporary design.
Liam Girard, CPK president, told the crowd, “I have been looking at this site for the past two and a half years and we think it will be very good. We will have 20 to 25 employees at the new Collegiate Peaks Bank-DTC.”
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Colorado marijuana industry revenue surpasses $1 billion to date CONTRIBUTED BY COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
Colorado has surpassed $1 billion in marijuana revenue to date since adult-use marijuana sales began in 2014, according to the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR)’s monthly reports for marijuana sales and revenue data. “Today’s report continues to show that Colorado’s cannabis industry is thriving, but we can’t rest on our laurels. We can and we must do better in the face of increased national competition. We want Colorado to be the best state for investment, innovation and development for this growing economic sector,” said Governor Polis. “This industry is helping grow our economy by creating jobs and generating valuable revenue that is going towards preventing youth consumption, protecting public health and safety and investing in public school construction.” To date, marijuana tax, license
and fee revenue has reached just over $1.02 billion and marijuana sales to date exceeded $6.56 billion. Currently, Colorado has 2,917 licensed marijuana businesses and 41,076 individuals who are licensed to work in the industry. “We are committed to facilitating responsible innovation within this dynamic industry through continued engagement with our diverse group of stakeholders,” said Jim Burack, Director of CDOR’s Marijuana Enforcement Division. “Colorado will continue to be known for its regulatory leadership.” Marijuana revenue supports statewide efforts such as licensing and regulation of legal marijuana businesses, youth prevention efforts, behavioral health treatment, protecting public health and safety, and coordination across state agencies. Marijuana tax revenue funds Colorado Department of Education programs such as the Building Excellent Schools
Today (BEST) capital construction assistance fund, as well as the Early Literacy Competitive Grant Program, School Health Professional Grant Program and the School Bullying Prevention and Education Grant Program. The Colorado Department of Human Services uses marijuana revenue funds to support community behavioral health programs including mental health services for juveniles and adults, crisis services, criminal justice diversion, the Circle Program, substance use disorder and detoxification services. For three additional charts to help explain the distribution of marijuana tax, license and fee revenue, please see below. For links to the monthly marijuana sales and marijuana tax data reports (including graphs), please visit CDOR’s marijuana media center: https://www.colorado. gov/pacific/revenue/mediacenter-marijuana-enforcementdivision.
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Class of 2019 Celebrates Commencement On Tuesday, June 4, the Class of 2019 gathered in the Chenery Theater to celebrate Commencement as hundreds of family members, teachers and friends looked on with pride. Seniors selected the faculty and student speakers for Commencement. Emma Adelstein ‘19 and history teacher
Bradley Jackson proved to be excellent choices as they provided humor and valuable insights in their remarks. Head of School Rand Harrington also shared words of celebration and advice with seniors on their final day as Kent Denver students.
Associate Head of School for Academic Affairs Priscilla Scobie and senior class dean Wes Ballantyne wait to begin the procession into Chenery Theater for the Kent Denver School’s 2019 Commencement Exercises. Photo Credit: Kyle Bobrick Photography
History teacher Bradley Jackson addresses the audience with a moving speech for the Class of 2019.
Photo Credit: Kyle Bobrick Photography
Diplomas stand ready as Head of School Rand Harrington speaks to the graduating class.
ABOVE: In keeping with tradition, the 2019 Commencement Exercises were held in Chenery Theater on Kent Denver’s campus.
Photo Credit: Lisa Mortell
LEFT: Head of School Rand Harrington leads the departing procession of 119 new Kent Denver alumni from the Class of 2019.
Photo Credit: Kyle Bobrick Photography
Photo Credit: Lisa Mortell
BELOW: Senior musicians perform Phillip Phillips’ “Home” as a gift to the Class of 2019.
Photo Credit: Kyle Bobrick Photography
BOTTOM: The Class of 2019 listens to parting remarks from their class dean, Wes Ballantyne. Photo Credit: Lisa Mortell
All-School President Emma Adelstein ‘19 delivers her commencement speech to fellow graduates.
Photo Credit: Kyle Bobrick Photography
Wes Ballantyne, dean of the Class of 2019, addresses the seniors for the last time. Photo Credit: Kyle Bobrick Photography
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Rockies swept in hard fought Dodgers series
BATTERUP
enough to keep the Rockies It was a frustrating weekin the game as German Marend for the Rockies as they quez (7-3, 4.32 ERA) held lost three games to the Los the dangerous Dodgers lineup Angeles Dodgers in front of to 2 runs on 5 hits in overflow crowds of an impressive eight more than 50,000 innings of work. The rabid fans at Dodgscore was 2-2 in the er Stadium. It was bottom of the ninth not only frustrating inning with two outs because, including and one man on base last season, Sunday’s when the Rockies battle was the 10th BY B.T. GALLOWAY hard-throwing reliever consecutive loss to Jairo Diaz left a fast the Dodgers, but also ball over the plate that Matt because each of these suLambert launched for a walkper-tight contests was lost as off home run. the result of home runs in the Saturday evening’s 5-4 loss Dodgers final at bats. was equally disappointing. In Friday night’s 4-2 loss, The Rockies could only manthe Rockies struck out 16 age to score 3 runs against times against the Dodgers Dodgers starter Hyun-Jin Ryu outstanding starter Walker (9-1, 1.27 ERA). However, Buhler (8-1, 2.96 ERA). But they were able to score 2 runs the Rockies newly minted rookie starter Peter Lambert thanks to solo homers by (2-0, 5.85 ERA) held the Nolan Arenado and Charlie Dodgers to 3 runs in his five Blackmon. Those runs were
innings of work. Once again, the game went into the ninth inning tied at 4-4. This became a bullpen battle until the bottom of the 11th inning when Dodgers outfielder Alex Verdugo smacked an errant fast ball thrown by rookie reliever Jesus Tinoco for another game-winning home run. In Sunday’s finale, Rockies starter Antonio Senzatela (6-5, 4.91 ERA) faced off against the Dodgers Kenta Maeda (7-4, 3.76 ERA). Once more they battled to a standoff with Senzatela allowing only 2 runs on 5 hits in 6.1 innings while Maeda limited the Rockies to 2 runs on 7 hits in 7.1 innings. This time the
game was tied 3-3 in the bottom of the ninth inning with two outs and two men on base when reliever Scott Oberg was ambushed by the Dodgers pinch hitter, rookie catcher Will Smith. It was another nightmare ending as Smith drove a 3-run homer into the right field seats. Despite the gloom generated by this sweep, there was a brighter side to this week’s road games. Earlier in the week, the Rockies swept the Arizona Diamondbacks in a three-game series at Chase Field with an impressive offensive display, scoring 22 runs on 33 hits. These wins were anchored by quality starts by Antonio Senza-
tela and Jon Gray. With seven games left before the All-Star break, the strengths and weaknesses of this year’s Rockies have become apparent. They now have a killer lineup that currently leads the National League in runs scored (434) and team batting average (.269). Their main weakness is their pitching. The starting rotation was shaky during the first two months of the season and is still short-handed. Currently the team ERA is 5.15, the worst in the National League. The Rockies drive to once more reach the playoffs will be dependent on some notable improvement in their pitching lines. This week the Rockies play a three-game series with the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park then return home looking for some payback in a crucial four-game weekend series with the Dodgers.
Centennial Airport challenges FAA on Metroplex in D.C. court BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER
On June 19, Centennial Airport filed a petition in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, “for review of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) April 22, 2019 Environmental Assessment for
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The petition was accepted by the Court on June 24, which will set a date for Centennial Airport and the FAA and FAA Administrator Daniel K. Elwell to submit arguments and have a hearing. Numerous citizens in Arapahoe County, particularly in Greenwood Village and Cherry Hills Village, have expressed concerns that the FAA
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Metroplex plan will result in large numbers of airplanes flying directly over residential neighborhoods, significantly impacting residents’ quality of life. That belief strongly contrasts with the FAA’s determination of “no significant impacts,” giving rise to Centennial Airport’s requesting a D.C. Circuit judge to review and assess how the FAA came
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to its conclusion. Citizens who have questions can contact Centennial Airport Executive Director Robert Olislagers at rolislagers@centennialairport.com or 303-218-2907, or Kimberly Bruetsch at kbruetsch@ rwolaw.com or (303) 2972600, the attorney representing Centennial Airport. Fmiklin.villager@gmail.com
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2019 CCHS Graduation Commencement
The 64th CCHS Commencement was held at Stutler Bowl on Wednesday, May 22. Principal Ryan Silva congratulated the 850 graduates and said “Class of 2019, it is an honor to send you out into the world that awaits!” He called them “difference makers” and urged them to be kind, to be happy and to stay true to their values.
Graduates Xica Alvarado and Angel Mercado celebrate after commencement.
Family and friends celebrate with CCHS graduate Amarrah Martinez.
Dr. Scott Siegfried, Superintendent of Cherry Creek Schools, congratulates one of the 850 graduates of Cherry Creek High School. Mable Miao, Senior Class President, and Emmett Miller, Student Body President, are ready to kick off the 64th Annual Commencement for Cherry Creek High School.
(L to R) Graduates Katie Sherman, Brooke Schmidt and Sophie Shepard are all smiles during the CCHS commencement ceremony.
Graduate Luis Rogel strikes a pose after receiving his diploma.
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20 year reunion inspires Columbine graduate CONTRIBUTED BY JARED GATES
In April of this year, a memorial service and other events took place to remember the 12 students and one teacher who died in the tragic massacre at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999. Some weeks later, the Colorado House of Representatives passed a resolution that Governor Polis approved, to rename a seven mile stretch of C-470 highway in honor Dave Sanders, the teacher who died saving the lives of many students. The cost or renaming the highway (such as new signage) has to be provided by donated funds. Jared Gates was a junior at Columbine High School when the horrific events happened. He graduated in 2000. He and his young family still live in a residential area where students attend Columbine High School. Jared always appreciated the things he learned in high school, especially in Patti Nielsen’s jewelry making class. Now some 20 years later, he uses those evolved skills in what he does for a living, Jared crafts sculptures and designs from metal.
Arapahoe County Justice Center phone numbers changed
He made columbine metal flowers for the memorial re-
union. Jared said columbines have many symbolic meanings depending on the culture. The most common are faith, hope and love, and a resolve to win. When he heard about the need to raise funds after the legislation to rename part of C-470 in honor of Dave Sanders, he was inspired to offer funds from the sale of his Rebel Roses, (Columbine’s mascot is the Rebels); to help provide funds to make the highway memorial a reality. The committee is deciding on different ways to gain the funding and this is one way a Columbine High School graduate is showing how to give back and also showing appreciation for the education he received from dedicated teachers. If you would like to see the Rebel Roses and/or other works Jared makes, please visit www.wildsteelrose.com.
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 communities feature some of the best quality of life our state has to offer. But accommodating that success, and 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.
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Phone numbers for the District Court, County Court, clerk of court and court administration at the Arapahoe County Justice Center changed as of Monday, May 20, 2019. The change is due to an upgrade to the phone system and will result in a more uniform approach to assigning numbers to court divisions and other offices. Phone numbers at the Littleton courthouse and all other court locations within the 18th Judicial District (in Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties) will remain the same. The new main number for the Arapahoe County Justice Center will be 303-645-6600. Callers will be able to transfer to specific teams in the clerk’s office and other court offices. They also will be able to access a directory of division offices within the courthouse. The number for the jury check-in line will not change. New phone numbers for offices at the Arapahoe County Justice Center may be found on the 18th Judicial District web site at https://www. courts.state.co.us/Courts/ District/Index.cfm?District_ ID=18.
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Judy Allen and Natli VanDerWerken celebrating “Hat Day” at CCRW
Keynote speaker Jimmy Sengenberger with Carolyn Barlock
Radio talk show host and Republican millennial Jimmy Sengenberger enlightens CCRW on AOC (Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez) and more! Jimmy Sengenberger plays harmonica and brought a collection. He grabbed the harmonica in the key of A, but played in the key of E. “I thought I’d confuse you about music before confusing you about millennials,” he said. “This
generation is going to be the leaders of America and we need to shape the leaders. There’s a great opportunity to capture millennials,” said Sengenberger to the captive Cherry Creek Republican Women (CCRW) audience. “55% of millennials call themselves
politically marginal which means winnable and persuadable. Don’t write them off. I believe millennials are natural born conservatives”, he continued. Sengenberger himself was an Arapahoe County Republican since age 13. The 2011 college grad was in middle school when 9/11 happened and in college during the financial collapse.
Students were taught that the financial crisis was due to capitalism. He noted that to reach them, we need to communicate via social media. “AOC is great at social media. She is emblematic of millennials and even conservative millennial women admire her personally. I’m optimistic about my generation. Millennials are age 22-38,
born from 1981-1997. They are more entrepreneurial and innovative than any other generation today. The stereotype is true – they expect instant gratification. But, we need to acknowledge the burden of their student loan debts and that there are more single moms in this generation and more poverty while they saw banks being bailed out.”
ABOVE: Jimmy Sengenberger warms up the audience with his harmonica demonstration RIGHT: Hats and more hats – Linda Louise Fankboner, Karen Allen, Antonette DeLauro Smith and Vickie Dow
Photos by Scottie Taylor Iverson
“I’m optimistic about my generation!” - Jimmy Sengenberger
Founder of Wings of Hope Pancreatic Cancer Research Maureen Shul, former Centennial Mayor Cathy Noon, Cherry Hills Village Mayor Pro Tem Katy Brown and Reegan Miller
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Dr. Robert George to receive Armstrong Award at Western Conservative Summit BY SCOTTIE TAYLOR IVERSON COMMUNITY EDITOR
The largest gathering of conservatives each summer is held in Denver, Colorado. July 12 and 13 will be the 10th annual event at the Colorado Convention Center with an opportunity to hear from the nation’s top conservative leaders, attend informative workshops, visit the massive exhibit hall and network with thousands of fellow conservatives.. The 2019 theme is “Defending Religious Freedom and America’s First Amendment.” A highlight of the Centennial Institute-sponsored gathering is the presentation of the William L. Armstrong Award,
given in honor of the founder of the Western Conservative Summit, Bill Armstrong. He was a follower of Christ, husband, father, grandfather, senator, college president (Colorado Christian University), businessman and friend to all. The Centennial Institute salutes the farseeing leader of today, unselfish, undaunted, who urges us toward the high peaks of freedom. Robert Dr. Robert George P. George will receive the award this year. He is the McCormick Professor tor of the James Madison of Jurisprudence and DirecProgram in American Ideals
and Institutions at Princeton University. Professor George has served as Chairman of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom. He also served on the President’s Council on Bioethics, as presidential appointee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights and as the U.S. member of UNESCO’s World Commission on the Ethics of Science and Technology. He is a former Judicial Fellow at the Supreme Court of the United States where he received the
Justice Tom C. Clark Award. Tickets are available at various levels of interest by calling 877-798-5366 or visit: www.westernconservative summit.com. The Centennial Institute at Colorado Christian University works to enhance public understanding of the most important issues relating to faith, family and freedom. As part of this endeavor, the Institute focuses its efforts on conducting research, analyzing public policy options and sponsoring seminars, conferences and other activities that involve students, faculty, staff and outside experts. www.ccu.edu/ centennial.
Denver Center Alliance Annual Spring Luncheon and installation of officers BY SCOTTIE TAYLOR IVERSON COMMUNITY EDITOR
Glenmoor Country Club was the venue when outgoing president of Denver Center Alli-
ance (DCA) Jennifer Dechtman had an opportunity to thank her board and outstanding volunteers and committees making her term a success and giving a
sneak peek at exciting news for the year ahead. Denver Center Alliance is the awareness and fundraising arm of Denver Center for the Performing Arts.
ABOVE: Newly installed DCA President Susan Struna and President – elect Adrienne Ruston Fitzgibbons LEFT: Denver Center Alliance (DCA) President Jennifer Dechtman presents the Volunteer of the Year Award to Shirley Joondeph
Photos by Scottie Taylor Iverson
Mariette Moore –VP membership, Jennifer Dechtman - Co-VP strategy and Co-chair of Hattitude with Shirley Joondeph, Steve Edmonds- Co-VP strategy
Nominating Chair Jan Hammond with her committee – Teri Fisher, Lorraine Salazar and Jane Netzorg
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South Suburban’s Public Art Committee debuts new sculptures at Goodson Center The figure has human detail in the head, face and hand and the main bodice is an open detailed cloaked figure with one hand out offering a single polished heart. On top of the head is a basket filled with gold hearts and at the edge of the basket is one dove taking flight. Kaminski teaches art at St. Mary Catholic School in Littleton, CO. Her sculpture, Wagons Wheels, was commissioned by the City of Littleton. Kaminski lives in Littleton, CO. The South Suburban Public Art Committee (SSPAC) recommends the installation of sculptures for a one-year temporary display at Goodson Recreation Center. The sculptures are selected by the SSPAC through a competitive process. South Suburban’s Board of Directors approves the SSPAC selections prior to installation. Goodson Rec-
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al and forming a beautiful, original, functional piece of furniture, or an artistic companion to a lush garden is my passion.” Kim Kaminski Kaminski’s sculpture entitled, The Gift, is a serene and contemplative figurative piece. The Gift is a bronze sculpture that represents the human journey of being full, open and giving. The sculpture has many patina colors ranging from red-browns to deep blue, red and gold in the highly polished areas.
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reation Center is located at 6315 S. University Boulevard, Centennial. The requirements of the Art-on-Loan program are the artist must reside in Colorado, and the sculpture must meet site requirements and be for sale. The artist receives an honorarium for the display. The District receives a 20 percent commission for sculptures that are purchased through the program. For more information about South Suburban’s Art-on-Loan program contact Mike Braaten at MBraaten@ssprd.org, or 303.483.7003.
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Congressmen help dedicate Post Office facility to honor fallen deputy CONTRIBUTED BY UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
The Postal Service held a dedication ceremony at the Highlands Ranch Post Office on June 17, 2019 in honor of Deputy Zackari Parish, who was killed in the line of duty while responding to a disturbance call. This ceremony renamed the facility located at 9609 South University Boulevard, Littleton, Colorado, as “Deputy Sheriff Zackari Spurlock Parrish, III, Post Office Building.”
Speakers included Congressman Jason Crow, Former Congressman Mike Coffman, Douglas County Sheriff Anthony Spurlock, Postal Inspector in Charge Bill Hedrick and USPS Colorado/Wyoming District Manager Kevin Romero. On May 15, 2018, then Congressman Mike Coffman introduced House Resolution 5791. Unanimous support from a state’s congressional delegation is required for the movement of naming bills to the floor of the House and Senate and is then
signed by the President of the United States to become law. The Postal Service worked with the office of Congressman Crow, Former Congressman Mike Coffman, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Highlands Ranch community to host the event. Deputy Zackari Parrish died on Dec. 31, 2017 in a shootout with a man with a rifle at the Cooper Canyon apartment complex in Denver. Four other officers and two civilians were injured in the attack.
Swedish Medical Center promotes fireworks safety CONTRIBUTED BY SWEDISH MEDICAL CENTER
Where there are fireworks and hot grills, there’s always the possibility of burns. That’s why the July 4 holiday is a busy time at Burn & Reconstructive Centers of Colorado at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood. “Superficial burns all the way up to significant traumas come through our facility during the holiday,” said Dr. Benson Pulikkottil, the medical director of the burn center. “Most of those injuries we treat can be prevented.” Dr. Pulikkottil has a host of tips aimed at making Independence Day safer. When it comes to the bombs that burst in air, people often think that some fireworks – like sparklers – are safe. That couldn’t be farther from the truth, Dr. Pulikkottil said. All fireworks can be dangerous, especially for children.
“Start off by clearly establishing a shooting area if you are not going to hire professionals to shoot your fireworks,” he said. “This safety zone should only be open to the designated ‘shooter’ and completely off limits to kids.” Other safety precautions include: • Ensure a fire extinguisher, hose or bucket of water is nearby. • Make sure the “shooter” is sober, not wearing loose
clothing that could ignite, and follows all directions on the fireworks label. • If the device does not have a warning and/or instructions label, do not fire it. • Never use fireworks of any kind indoors. • Light fireworks one at a time. • Never throw fireworks. A malfunctioning fuse could cause the item to go off in your hand. • Never light fireworks held in someone’s hand. • Never stand over an item that does not fire. • Remember that fireworks, especially sparklers and smaller items that stay on the ground, are still very hot, and therefore dangerous, after they have been used. Learn more about the comprehensive burn center at Swedish Medical Center. Visit SwedishHospital.com/specialties/ burn-care
United States Postal Service District Manager Kevin Romero presents a replica plaque to Gracie Parrish as former Congressmen Mike Coffman stands by her side. Coffman introduced legislation in 2018 to dedicate the Highlands Ranch Post Office building to Gracie Parrish’s husband Zackari Parrish III, who died Dec. 31, 2017 while serving his duties as deputy for the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
Estrogen and the aging brain Alzheimer’s. A growMore convincing body ingly, in those of research who used suggests eshigher doses trogen levels of estrogen throughout Musings with Melinda for longer a woman’s periods, the life may influence her risk of developing Alzhei- benefit was more pronounced. Women mer’s disease. In this case, more estrogen who start estrogen replacement therapy appears to be better. But before I discuss more than 10 years after the onset of the research on this, please know that too menopause had no benefit, which much estrogen can possibly cause breast indicates that estrogen deprivation cancer. In my opinion, this is one of the for several years may have irreversible reason’s why it’s so important to do the impact on brain health. The most common reasons women Dutch Test for your estrogen because you then learn how your estrogen is metabo- seek out hormone testing in perimenolized. It’s very important to NOT over do it pause are hot flashes, low mood, weight when it comes to estrogen. All of us have gain, brain fog and decline in memory. Research shows these symptoms to be different levels. It’s wonderful to learn more about the benefits of estrogen, but primarily symptoms of low estrogen in the brain. Health care providers might we also need to be cautious in how we consider symptoms of cognitive decline treat it if we are low and by whom we a good reason to test sex hormones. should see. Alzheimer’s disease is the 5th leading Testing sex hormones and monitorcause of death in the elderly in the United ing symptoms during peri- and post menopause remains an effective way to States and is increasing in incidence. Furthermore, among those over 75, it is assess estrogen and estrogen therapy’s the second leading cause of death, just long-term health for the brain and body. DUTCH testing shows not only the behind cardiovascular disease. Those patient’s estrogen levels but how they suffering from Alzheimer’s experience are metabolizing estrogen, which can be intense isolation and depression, and helpful in lowering the risks of hormones long-term care is dramatically more as in breast cancer. expensive than other common serious What about Men? It appears that conditions. Although there have been estrogen benefits men’s neurological medications approved for treatment of health, too. Although testosterone Alzheimer’s since 1993, prevention or decline is common as men advance in cure of the disease remains elusive. age, men do continue to make testosWhen researchers have looked terone throughout their natural life. Due into health histories of large groups of women, an interesting pattern appears. to aromatization, men typically have higher estrogen in their later years than Life events demonstrate that greater post-menopausal women. In healthy exposure to estrogen throughout a woman’s life may be linked to a decrease men who are not on hormones, there are in Alzheimer’s. Events such as when she no events of significant estrogen decline equivalent to menopause in women. starts her first menstrual cycle (earlier However, some older men do experience is better), how many pregnancies she low testosterone, and possibly concurhas (more are better) and how late she goes into menopause (later is better) can rently low estrogen. This highlights the affect a woman’s risk. These findings have importance of testing men to make sure led researchers to explore the potential their estrogen is in range (not too high or benefits of estrogen therapy for lowering low). This may be particularly necessary if the men are on exogenous testosterone Alzheimer’s risk. However, early in life menstrual cycles and late menopause in- (which may get converted to estrogen) crease a woman’s risk for breast cancer, so or an aromatase inhibitor (which blocks caution should be used when assessing estrogen production). Dutch Testing is the most accurate the appropriateness of hormone therapy. Currently, estrogen replacement ther- way to test your Estrogen today. You can apy is not recommended for prevention learn more by going to www.dutchtest. of Alzheimer’s disease. However, a study com. At this time, I am still collecting looking at deceased females found that practitioners in the area that use the those who used estrogen for menopause Dutch Test, read results, and treat. Please contact me if interested in finding symptoms were significantly less likely someone near you! to have had a diagnosis of dementia or Melinda Luke Certified Health Coach 720-507-7534 or mail@melindaluke.com Want a product or service review, call me!
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benefit of other family members. An unfunded Living Trust usually receives assets through a simple “Pour-Over Will” following the Settlor’s death. Most people who are able to manage their own financial affairs typically name themselves as the Trustee of their Living Trusts. Such Trusts are almost always revocable, meaning that the Settlor can revoke or amend the Trust as long as he or she is able. It is also possible to name alternate Trustees to assume Trustee responsibilities, such as providing for the financial needs of a disabled Settlor or Beneficiary. When the Settlor or Beneficiary dies, the Trust often terminates and the Successor Trustee distributes the Trust property to the Beneficiaries, under the specific terms of the Trust. In many other situations, however, Living Trusts will continue for the benefit of the Settlor’s spouse and children, or others, and terminate at a later date.
useful with blended families (such as terms for the use and occupancy of a home by a second spouse of Settlor for a pre-determined period of time, with a subsequent sale of the home and payment of the net proceeds to the owner’s family/ children). 8. Trusts can be used for asset protection for individuals and their beneficiaries. This type of Trust, often called a Spendthrift Trust, protects an inheritance from the Beneficiary’s creditors, or due to the Beneficiary’s divorce or other claims. Such Trusts must be created in the proper way, to avoid unfavorable consequences. 9. A Trust may provide for the well-being and care of your pets. A Pet Trust can be established in either a Will or a Trust, with the goal of appointing a person or organization to care for your pet and establish a Trust fund to pay for such care, after your passing. A Pet Trust will continue until your pets pass away and any remaining funds will be distributed to a contingent beneficiary named in the Trust. In general, it is not recommended to attempt to create your
own Trust or to utilize online or preprinted Living Trust documents. If the Trust is not drafted correctly, significant adverse tax liabilities may occur. The better approach is to have an experienced estate planning attorney assist you, to accomplish your goals. 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.
How to choose and use a home blood pressure monitor
or drink caffeinated drinks or alcohol for at least 30 minutes before measuring. Sit quietly for at least five minutes before you take a measurement and remain quiet during the test. • Sit correctly: Sit with your back straight and supported (on a dining chair, rather than a sofa). Your feet should be flat on the floor and your legs should not be crossed. Your arm should be supported on a flat surface (such as a table) with the upper arm at heart level. Make sure the middle of the cuff is placed directly above the bend of the elbow. Check your monitor’s instructions for an illustration. • Put the cuff directly on your bare skin: Putting it over clothes can raise your systolic (upper) number by up to 40 mmHg. • Measure at the same time every day: It’s important to take the readings at the same time each day, such as morning and evening. It doesn’t matter whether you do it before or after taking medication. Just be consistent. • Go to the bathroom: A full bladder can rise your systolic pressure by 10 to 15 mmHg. • Take multiple readings and record the results: Each time you measure, take two or three readings one minute apart and record the results by writing them down, or using an online tracker (see CCCtracker.com). For more information on high blood pressure numbers and how to accurately measure it at home, visit Heart.org/HBP. 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.
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Dear Savvy Senior, I just found out I have stage 1 hypertension and my doctor recommended I get a home blood pressure monitor to keep an eye on it. Can you offer me any tips on choosing and using one? Hypertensive Helen
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Dear Readers, What are the benefits of using a Living Trust and what are the various types? There are many advantages to a Living Trust, provided it is properly prepared and fully funded, which means that all of the Settlor’s assets are placed in the Trust. A Settlor is someone who creates a Trust, for the benefit of themselves or others, who are the Beneficiaries. Living Trusts may be revocable or irrevocable and may be funded or unfunded. A funded Living Trust is an alternative to a Will and to probate. For example, in a funded Living Trust, the Settlor may put property and money into the Trust during his or her lifetime for his or her own benefit and often, for the
The benefits of a Living Trust are as follows: 1. A fully funded Trust can reduce or eliminate the need for probate upon the death of the Settlor. 2. A Colorado resident who owns property in another state can
BY JIM MILLER
Dear Helen, It’s a smart idea! Everyone with elevated or high blood pressure – stage 1 (or 130/80) and higher – should consider getting a home blood pressure monitor. Home monitoring can help you keep tabs on your blood pressure in a comfortable
title that real estate into a Living Trust to reduce or eliminate the need for probate in the other state. 3. A Living Trust may avoid the need for a Conservatorship if the Settlor becomes legally disabled and has funded his or her Trust. 4. Because the terms of a Living Trust are generally private (as compared to a Will, where the document is delivered to the Court as part of probate proceedings which are open to the public), such Living Trusts are preferable where you do not want others to know the terms, including the amounts of distributions, or the identity of Beneficiaries. 5. Trusts are also a useful tool for tax planning. Some Trusts are specifically designed to minimize federal estate tax. 6. The terms of the Trust typically dictate the distribution of Trust assets in the most effective way under the current estate tax exemption or use the marital deduction to avoid any tax at the first spouse’s death. 7. The terms of the Trust can be custom-tailored to meet the goals of the Settlor and Beneficiaries, which is particularly setting. Plus, if you’re taking medication it will make certain it’s working, and alert you to a health problem if it arises.
Home Monitors
The best type of home blood pressure monitors to purchase are electric/battery powered automatic arm monitors, which are more
reliable than wrist or fingertip monitors. With an automatic arm monitor, you simply wrap the cuff around your bicep and with the push of one button the cuff inflates and deflates automatically giving you your blood pressure reading on the display window in a matter of seconds. Many monitors today also come with additional features like irregular heartbeat detection; a risk category indicator that tells you whether your blood pressure is in the high range; a data-averaging function that allows you to take multiple readings and get an overall average; multiple user memory that allows two or more users to save their readings; and downloadable memory that lets you transmit your data to your computer or smartphone. You can find these monitors at pharmacies, medical supply stores or online, and you don’t need a prescription to buy one. Prices typically range between $40 and $100. In most cases, original Medicare will not cover a home blood pressure monitor, but if you have a Medicare Advantage plan or a private health insurance policy it’s worth checking into, because some plans may provide coverage. Some of the best automatic arm monitors as recommended by Consumer Reports are the Omron 10 Series BP786N ($75); Rite Aid Deluxe Automatic ($60); Omron Evolv BP7000 ($70); and A&D Medical UA767F ($45). How to Measure After you buy a monitor, it’s a good idea to take it to your doctor’s office so they can check its accuracy and make sure you’re using it properly. Here are some additional steps to follow to ensure you get accurate readings at home. • Relax: Don’t exercise, smoke
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The danger of unmet expectations Individuals who are disappointed, are unhappy or are in conflict in their relationships are, many times, suffering from unspoken or unrealistic expectations they do not even know they have. They complain about their coworker or spouse and when asked why they are so angry or hurt, they say that they were was hoping this person would have done something other than what they did. What usually happens in this scenario is that the person who is hurt, disappointed or angry did not articulate their expectations to their co-worker, family member, friend or spouse.
In trainings that the Center for Relationship Education facilitates, we teach a simple formula regarding expectations. If your Expectations are higher than your Reality, it equals Disappointment (E>R=D). Conversely, if your Expectations are less than your Reality it equals Satisfaction (E<R=S). One either needs to adjust their expectations or change their reality in order to be satisfied and happy in the relationship. Unspoken expectations are common. Little things like money management, disciplining children, how one makes the bed, handles weekend chores or celebrates hol-
idays are things many of us assume will be done the way we want them to be done or were done in our family of origin. If expectations are not talked about, there is likely to be conflict and disappointment. Articulating expectations is an essential element of healthy satisfying relationships. When expectations are unspoken, it is like being angry at a child for breaking the rules that he/she did not know existed. Additionally, expectations are essential regarding effective parenting. When parents outline and operationalize expectations for their children, the kids have more clarity, are calmer and are more likely to meet the
Financial fraud is targeting older adults at record levels The financial exploitation of older people is a rampant epidemic in America. A recent report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau revealed that each incident of financial fraud cost older adults ages 70 to 79 an average of $45,300. And when the older adult knew the suspect, the average loss rose to about $50,000. As older adults experience more wealth events - from selling a home to making IRA withdrawals - they become more vulnerable to scammers. This can often happen when older people lose touch with those who can help protect them. While technology has made lots of things easier, including managing money, it has also increased the ways for scammers to weaponize fraudulent activity. It is more critical than ever to empower older adults to protect their financial accounts - and for trusted family and friends to help them do so, before it’s too late. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed in June. This is a great reminder and call to action to act on this topic. Through increased awareness and concrete steps, we can help our loved ones better protect their financial assets.
How to spot financial fraud
Former FBI section chief of the Cyber Threat Division Greg Ruppert, now the head of financial crimes risk management at Charles Schwab, said, “I’ve seen every trick scammers use to separate older adults from their money and they are ever more targeted and sophisticated in their approach. Financial scams, no matter the amount lost, are devastating to older adults, who rely on those resources
and are unable to recoup the loss.” Common types of scams targeting older adults include healthcare insurance scams, counterfeit prescription drug schemes, romance scams, person-in-need scams, lottery scams, funeral and cemetery scams, telemarketing/ phone scams and investment schemes.
How family members can help
Help protect your older family member against financial scams by staying engaged so you can spot the signs of an investment scam and help if warning signs appear. Speak to them regularly and be on alert for clues, for example if they mention being asked for money, or that managing their finances is confusing or overwhelming. When you visit them in their home, notice visual cues such as unpaid bills or piles of unopened mail and physical clues like fearful behavior, worsening of an illness or disability as the result of the pressure from a scammer’s tactics. One of the biggest risk factors for older adults when fraud has taken place is being too embarrassed to admit they may have been scammed to ask for help. This hesitancy can only be overcome with regular communication and wellness check-ins with trusted family members.
5 steps to safeguard financial assets
Here’s how you can avoid scams and make sure you and your senior family members are not victims of financial fraud: * Designate a trusted contact. Financial institutions like
Charles Schwab provide an option to designate a trusted contact - a person who can speak to your financial services provider in the event of an emergency, such as financial exploitation. * Get your financial affairs in order. Understand your full financial situation, including locating and filing key financial records, creating or reviewing wills, establishing trusts and power of attorney declarations, and updating account and insurance policy beneficiaries as your life situation changes. * Guard your passwords. According to the 2018 FBI Internet Crime Report, people over 60 experience the most incidents of online investment scams and the highest monetary loss. To protect your online financial accounts, create unique passwords and never share usernames, logins, passwords or personal identification numbers. * Get smart with your smartphone. Scammers can mask their phone number to make it appear that a call is local or from a trusted party. Prevent telemarketing scams by joining the National Do Not Call registry and let calls from unknown phone numbers go to voicemail. * Up your technology game. Local recreation centers and libraries offer technology and digital literacy classes to help older adults and their family members protect themselves online and learn about the latest financial schemes. To learn more about how to educate yourself and your older family members on the latest financial schemes, visit: https://www.schwab.com/resource-center/insights/section/ resources-for-senior-investors.
outlined expectations. Without expectations being outlined, there is a kind of “behavioral free for all”. This is not fair to the child and is frustrating for the parent. The Center for Relationship Education’s facilitators even teach educators to ask students to outline their expectations of the class. What do they (the students) want to leave with or have at the end of the semester? Having clear, outlined and articulated expectations makes the class more meaningful for the student and more intentional and fun for the educator. Expectations that are not articulated often result in unmet expectations. If you are not used to outlining your expectations,
it might be helpful to spend some time writing them down. By doing so, you can clarify what really is important to you. Once you do that, you might consider taking the person you are frustrated with out for coffee or a glass of wine and outline a conversation about the expectations you have for the relationship. This is a crucial conversation that must be had if the relationship is going to become deeper, more satisfying, and thrive. Communicating well about expectations is essential to the health and longevity of the relationship. After all, healthy people ask for what they need. For more information contact joneen@ myrelationshipcenter.org or visit www.myrelationship center.org
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2019 Honda Passport has unique features BY H. THROTTLE AUTOMOTIVE COLUMNIST
Honda is a huge and very successful international company with sales worldwide of cars, trucks, motorcycles and small equipment. I had a Honda lawn mower for years. The test vehicle this week is a 2019 Honda Passport Elite with all-wheel drive, a large vehicle with 20” wheels and a 3.5L engine generating 280 horsepower. The Passport has a number of unique features that include the nine-speed push button transmission, controlled by steering wheel paddle shifters. While the continuous drive mode works for all speeds, the paddle shifters control a choice of nine speeds
forward. The transmission takes some time to fully grasp how the push button gear shift interacts with the paddles. Once understood, the system works well. This is an advanced vehicle loaded with every state-of-the art safety feature and electronic devices, including the center console smart phone charge pad on the lower dash board level. Again, the radio is part of an extensive computer program with many screen options. Challenging to operate at first, there is only one dial to turn on the computer and control volume. Channels and stations can be controlled from the steering
wheel and screen touch. The system is complex and difficult to operate while driving. The premium sound system is excellent with ten-speakers. The ride and seats are comfortable with driver and passenger power seat adjustments.
The steering wheel is wrapped with leather and the seats are also leather trimmed. The excellent heated outside rearview mirrors adjust easily and have a wide rear view. The center console camera gives a great rearview picture that is so handy in backing out of parking spaces. The front seats are heated, and ventilated, rear seats are heated, along with fold down rear seating for extra passengers, and has a large cargo area with hands free entry. This Honda Passport has final assembly in Lincoln, AL using
2019 Prius Prime is economy favorite BY H. THROTTLE AUTOMOTIVE COLUMNIST
2019 Toyota Tundra Pro crew cab is tops BY H. THROTTLE AUTOMOTIVE COLUMNIST
The Toyota Tundra Pro crew cab is an awesome pickup truck, just like San Antonio, TX, where it is assembled. I won’t be hauling a work crew, but I did take three family members and three large suit cases to DEN airport. They were impressed to hear the fine-tuned V8 engine’s twin exhaust pipes chattering loudly while accelerating on E-470. During the week, I was listening to KOA’s Mindy, who was talking about having trouble parking her husband’s Toyota Tundra truck. This is a very popular vehicle and widely respected. The highway work crews observed the truck with admiration. The big V8 engine has muscle to pull a large trailer or boat with ease and has engine transfer case coolers for heavy loads. The suspension system affords a comfortable ride and the steering is exact. For a large pickup truck, this Tundra handles smooth riding on TRD tuned Fox shocks. Large outside mirrors give a wide-angle view of rear traffic and the vehicle has the complete Toyota Star Safety System. These advanced safety measures prevent striking a forward object, have lane warning and pedestrian alert warnings, and the latest radar-controlled cruise control that flows with traffic. The Tundra has large leather bucket front seats and spacious three-seating in the crew cab space. The cargo space is halfton with an easy lift gate release. The truck is designed for five passengers and tools or equipment in the flatbed space. The truck has a short front end, a snub nose hood air scoop
and easy to open doors that open and shut like solid steel vaults. It also has large 18” forged steel hubs and tires and disk brakes, LED lights all around and rigid fog lights. You can even cool off the work crew with a tilt/ sliding moon roof. Considering the high price of popular trucks, the Tundra is very competitive in the industry, priced at $49,645 complete with options. Lastly, this truck has a great transmission with the Toyota sequential six-speed shift that is so easy and convenient to drive. Work or play, this is one fine truck that sounds like a sports car and handles like a fine highpriced sedan.
The 2019 Toyota Prius Prime model is sleek and shiny like a thoroughbred race horse with “Magnetic Gray” metallic paint. The distinctive design and incredible fuel economy have made this vehicle a worldclass winner. While I wasn’t able to take this vehicle on any long drives, the fuel economy ranges up to 133 miles with battery power and the 1.6L engine provides an astonishing 54 mpg. It is good to note that many of the hybrid
cars have increased the horsepower of their four-cylinder gasoline engines. The additional horsepower adds to the versatility of the drive and allows the driver a choice of the higher fuel economy or the gasoline engine mode. The transmission is a hybrid synergy system that operates from battery or gasoline power. The seats are comfortable, and the car almost has a welcoming feel inside. It also has safety equipment galore that has made Toyota a leader in all-around safety fea-
American made engine and transmission. The drive is masterful from the large engine and paddle shifters. Higher horsepower results in lower fuel mileage with the larger Honda averaging 21 mpg. overall. No safety rating yet on this model, but it is fully equipped with every new safety feature, including forward collision mitigation and warning systems. The Passport is very versatile and well built. The push button transmission takes some time to grasp, along with the console computer. It would benefit Honda to put a tuning dial next to the volume control. I enjoyed the SUV, but the many unique features made it a learning experience. tures that make driving, parking, and backing up safer for driver and pedestrians walking behind or near the vehicle. One of the best reasons to purchase a new vehicle is for vastly enhanced and improved brakes, and all-around safety features as the SST, which prevents striking a frontal object. The Prius is made in Aichi, Japan and is flawless in design and craftmanship. Fully equipped, the car comes with a suggested retail price of $33,350. The hybrids are really coming improving and becoming very popular with the rising price of gasoline leading the way.
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A young Lincoln Willson take the direct “hands on” approach to check out if everything on a 1930 Ford A.A. fire engine is in good working order.
Littleton Fire Department’s first Fire Engine, a 1914 Federal, that at 114-plus years of age, is still operational. Riding is South Metro Fire Rescue Chief Bob Baker and the engine driven by Firefigher/Paramedic Marissa Gettman. Ivan Terkun gets a few pointers about the workings of a 1914 Federal fire engine from South Metro Fire Rescue firefighter John Aylward.
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The 34th Annual Mile High Hook and Ladder Fire Muster
hosted by South Metro Fire Rescue and sponsored by Schomp Automotive, took to the streets of Littleton’s Historic
Arapahoe Fire Rescue Patrol member Marlo Borton instructs Emma Drake on how to properly use a fully charged fire hose nozzle.
Downtown Main Street for the annual parade. The parade made its way to Arapahoe Community College for fire and safety demonstrations and rides in Classic Fire Engines. As usual, the event brought out children of all ages, including the young at heart adult version, to see, learn and even play
with and on antique, classic and modern technologically advanced fire engines and safety equipment used by today’s firefighters. Fire Engines and equipment on display, that in most cases are still operational or functional, ranged from over 115-years-old to today’s new and advance modern technologies.
Fire hoses were charged and pumped water for hands on demonstrations and provided a cool down from the morning heat. The mystic and aura of Firefighters and Fire Engines are always an attractive draw, and this year’s attendance drew a massive crowd that provided a learning experience for all.
Health One’s Air Life helicopter Pilot Brian Seibel having fun with perhaps a future pilot 3year old O’Brien McGarey with some hands on instruction.
ABOVE: A 1901 Waterous Steam Fire Pumper, with a coal powered boiler, that was originally pulled by horses from the MacGregor Ranch Team in Estes Park, Colorado. The Pumper is owned and displayed by the Reliance Fire Museum in Estes Park, Colorado. LEFT: South Metro Fire Rescue firefighters and paramedics using the “jaws of life” in an automotive accident extrication.
Mason George, sporting a fire hat, gets set to check out all the equipment with his mother, Cassie George, of Highlands Ranch.
Vintage fire engine from sponsor Schomp Automotive.
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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 80111-3819. 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: July 7, 2019 Legal # 0172-2019 ____________________________
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.
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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 0209-2019 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On April 17, 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) Peter Demas Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for DHA Financial, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Matrix Financial Services Corporation Date of Deed of Trust February 23, 2017 County of Recording Arapahoe Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 02, 2017 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) D7024737 Book: n/a Page: Original Principal Amount $412,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $404,359.99 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 44, BLOCK 4, HERITAGE PLACE FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 7249 East Euclid Drive, Centennial, CO 80111. 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, 08/14/2019, 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 6/20/2019 Last Publication 7/18/2019 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: 04/17/2019 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 # 18CO00531-1 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 20, 2019 Last Publication: July 18, 2019 Legal # 0209-2019 ____________________________
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
Parker Rd., Denver CO 80231. This partial Final Settlement will be made on July 15, 2019 to include retainage on all contracted services except those related to plumbing, HVAC and roofing. An amount in excess of standard retainage on HVAC is being held pending successful implementation of HVAC equipment and services.
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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 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 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 ____________________________ 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 Estate of Beverly J. Robinson, James A. Kaplan, Machol & Johannes, LLC, G.R.C. Enterprises, Inc., Charleston Place Condos Homeowners Association 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 FINAO YBM LLC, the following described real estate situate in the County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, to-wit: UNIT 1 BLDG 7 AS PER CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION RECORDED IN B2773 P196 CHARLESTON PLACE CONDOS aka 14087 E. Jewell Avenue and said County Treasurer issued a Certificate of Purchase therefore to FINAO YBM 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 Beverly J. Robinson for said year 2014; That said FINAO YBM LLC, on the 16th day of October, 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 FINAO YBM 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 27, 2019 Last Publication: July 11, 2019 Legal # 9077 ____________________________
ARAPAHOE COUNTY ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CASE NO SDP18-003, RAPID WIRE LLC NEW OFFICE/ WAREHOUSE / SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROPOSAL: The applicant, Steve Faria, is proposing an 11,880 square foot office/warehouse at 7103 S. Dillon Court, Centennial, CO. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 16, 2019 at 6:30 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the calendar of the Arapahoe County Planning Commission permits, a public hearing will be held; at which, all interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning the above-described SDP18-003, Rapid Wire LLC New Office/Warehouse/ Specific Development Plan. The hearing will be held at 6954 S. Lima Street, Arapahoe Room, Centennial, CO, 80112, at the above-stated date and time. More information about this proposal is available at the offices of the Arapahoe County Public Works and Development Department, Planning Division, 6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112, or by calling (720) 874-6650 during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday). Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9088 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Arapahoe County, Colorado shall make partial final settlement with Alliance Construction Solutions, LLC for its work completed for Arapahoe County on the project identified as ##2018-08 Precinct 5 Substation Improvements. The work generally consisted of general contracting services to implement tenant improvements at 1641 S
Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by Alliance Construction Solutions, LLC or any of its subcontractors, or that has supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used by Alliance Construction Solutions, LLC or any of its subcontractors in or about the performance of the work done for the above-described project whose claim therefore has not been paid by Alliance Construction Solutions, LLC or any of its subcontractors may file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid with the Arapahoe County Attorney’s Office (on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners) at 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120, at any time up to and including July 15, 2019. This Notice is published in accordance with Section 38-26-107 of C.R.S., and all claims, if any, shall be filed in accordance with this statutory section. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement and/or claim prior to the aforementioned date for filing claims shall release Arapahoe County, its officers, agents and employees from any or all liability, claims, and suits for payment due from Alliance Construction Solutions, LLC. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager First Publication: June 27, 2019 Last Publication: July 4, 2019 Legal # 9082 ____________________________ ARAPAHOE COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP-19-42 PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES Notice is hereby given that the Arapahoe County Purchasing Division will be accepting proposals from professional firms who will provide prompt and efficient service to the County for Psychological Services for Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office. A pre proposal conference will be held on July 9, 2019, 11:00 a.m., local time, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, 13101 E. Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112. Vendors are encouraged to attend this conference in order to become familiar with the Specifications. All Arapahoe County solicitations can be obtained from the County’s website. The Request For Proposal (RFP-19-42) document can be obtained by going to the Arapahoe County website www.arapahoegov. com, then go to the Finance Department, and under the Finance Department select Purchasing then go to the Quick Link for the Rocky Mountain ePurchasing website. Submittals must be received in the Purchasing Division, located at 5334 South Prince Street, 4th Floor, Littleton, CO 80120, no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on August 1, 2019. The County reserves the right to waive any or all informalities or irregularities and to reject any or all submittals. Joan Lopez, Clerk to the Board Published in The Villager Published: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9083 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS Date of Publication : June 27, 2019 Expires: July 15, 2019 Don Klemme, Director of Community Resources Arapahoe County 1690 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton, CO, 80120 (303) 738-8060 These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by Arapahoe County. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or after July 15, 2019 Arapahoe County Director of Community Resources will on behalf of Residences at Hoffman LLLP submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of HOME Investments Partnerships Program (HOME) funds under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended, to undertake the following projects: Project Title: Residences at Hoffman Purpose: To construct 85 units of Senior Housing (55+) in Aurora, Colorado.
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PAGE 22 | THE VILLAGER • June 27, 2019 —Continued from previous page— Location: 1348/1324 Xanadu Street, Aurora, Co 80011 Estimated Cost: HUD funding will include up to $250,000 in HOME funds. The estimated total project cost, is $21,349,524. FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Arapahoe County has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at Arapahoe County Office located at 1690 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton, CO 80120, suit 300 and may be examined or copied weekdays 8 A.M to 4:30 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the RE Arapahoe County office at 1690 W Littleton Blvd, Littleton CO 80120, suite 300. All comments received by July 15, 2019; will be considered by Arapahoe County RE prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing. RELEASE OF FUNDS Arapahoe County RE certify to HUD that Mr. Don Klemme in his capacity as Director of Community Resources consent to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows Residences at Hoffman LLLP. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will accept objections to its release of fund and Arapahoe County certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of Arapahoe County; (b) Arapahoe County has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD administration office at 1670 Broadway Street, Denver CO 80202, (303) 672-5440. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period. RE Certifying Officers: Mr. Don Kemme, Director of Community Relations, Arapahoe County Published in The Villager Published: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9085 ____________________________
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DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE STATE OF COLORADO 7325 S. Potomac Street Centennial, Colorado PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner, IN THE INTEREST OF: JOESIAH WISE, Child, and concerning EDNA JONES aka GENEVAH JONES aka TAMIKA BROWN and BENJAMIN WISE, Respondents. Marilee McWilliams, Reg. No. 16564
Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 E. Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 303-636-1883 (F) 303-636-1889 NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY HEARING AND DEFAULT JUDGMENT Case No: 19JV351 Division: 23 To The Respondents: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an Adjudicatory Hearing regarding BENJAMIN WISE AND EDNA JONES aka GENEVAH JONES aka TAMIKA BROWN is set for July 26, 2019, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., in Division 23, at the Arapahoe County District Court, 7305 South Potomac Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112. You have the right to be represented by an attorney during these proceedings; if you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to represent you. In the event you fail to appear for said hearing at the date and time indicated, the Petitioner will request that the Court enter a default judgment against you and adjudicate the child(ren), dependent and neglected in accordance with the Colorado Children’s Code. Marilee McWilliams, Reg. No. 16564 Senior Assistant County Attorney 14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 (303) 636-1883 Published in The Villager Published: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9081 ____________________________
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 27, 2019 Legal # 9074 ___________________________ BID INFORMATION ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 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 11:00 a.m., July 17, 2019 for:
LEGALS The 2019 Right-of-Way Restoration Patching Project The specifications for the 2019 Right-of-Way Restoration Patching Project and complete contract documents are available electronically via the Rocky Mountain EPurchasing 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. The 2019 Right-of-Way Restoration Patching Project scope generally consists of 2” mill and re-paving at locations of existing street cut utility patches, in both residential and non-residential streets, as well as significant full-depth patching with installation of an edge-drain system in a residential location. Mill and re-paving totals approx. 350 SY between 9 locations, with some manhole and valve adjustments and re-striping. The full-depth residential patching and edge drain consists of total patching area of 125 SY and edge drain length of 351 LF. There will be an optional pre-bid meeting at 11:00 a.m. on July 10, 2019. The meeting will be conducted at the Greenwood Village Public Works Facility, 10001 East Costilla Avenue, Greenwood Village, Colorado. 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 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. Bids will be opened electronically at 11:01 a.m., July 17, 2019. Pricing information will be shared with interested parties and will also be available through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System. Any questions regarding the project should be directed to Ted Putnam
at (303) 708-6141. /s/ Jeremy Hanak Director of Public Works Published in The Villager First Publication: June 27, 2019 Last Publication: July 4, 2019 Legal # 9087 ____________________________ NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT for Greenwood Village Notice is hereby given that the City of Greenwood Village, Colorado will make final payment at the City Hall, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591 on the 12th day of July, 2018 to HPM, Inc. for all work done by said contractor for the project called Village Greens Phase IV Improvements, said construction being within the boundaries of the City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado, subject to prior satisfactory final inspection and acceptance of said work by the City of Greenwood Village. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractors, at any time up to and including time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the City Manager, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, at or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement or claim at any time up to and including the time of final settlement will release said City of Greenwood Village, Colorado, its Council, officers, agents and employees of and from any and all liability for such claim. ATTEST: BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO /s/ Susan M. Ortiz, City Clerk /s/ Ronald J. Rakowsky, Mayor Published in The Villager First Publication: June 27, 2019 Last Publication: July 4, 2019 Legal # 9089 ____________________________
SPECIAL DISTRICTS INVITATION TO BID DOVE VALLEY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT ARAPAHOE COUNTY, COLORADO S. FAIRPLAY ST., E. OTERO AVE. AND E. MINERAL AVE. STREET LIGHTING PROJECT
General Notice Dove Valley Metropolitan District, a quasi-municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Colorado (“Owner”) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: S. Fairplay St., E. Otero Ave. and E. Mineral Ave. Street Lighting Project Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the offices of Manhard Consulting located at 7600 E. Orchard Road, Suite 150-N, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111, until Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes the following Work: Installation of street lights Bids are requested for the following Contract: Agreement between Owner and Contractor for Construction Contract (Stipulated Price). Obtaining the Bidding Documents The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Manhard Consulting, Ltd. 7600 E. Orchard Road, Suite 150-N Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111 Prospective Bidders may obtain or examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. Bidding Documents will be available in electronic format (on CDROM as portable document format (PDF) files). Pre-bid Conference A pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the offices of Manhard Consulting located at 7600 E. Orchard Road, Suite 150N, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is encouraged but not required. Instructions to Bidders For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Dove Valley Metropolitan District By: Anna Mercurio Title: Senior Project Manager Date: June 27, 2019 Published in The Villager
Published: June 27, 2019 Legal # 9080 ____________________________ 00100 CHERRY CREEK VALLEY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT DALLAS STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT CAPITAL PROJECT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 1. Sealed Proposals for construction of the Dallas Street Water Main Replacement Capital Project – Phases 1 and 2 – will be received at the Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation District office, 2325 S. Wabash Street, Denver, Colorado 80231, on or before 11:00 a.m., Friday, July 12, 2019 at which time the proposal will be publicly opened and read. Any proposal received after the above specified time will be immediately returned to the Bidder unopened. The site of the work is within the Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation District. The work generally consists of: • Installation of approximately 2,041 L.F. of 6-inch Class 52 ductile iron pipe water main, associated fittings and main connections, 13 6-inch gate valves, five fire hydrants, and 24 3/4-inch residential customer service reconnections. A temporary water system will be required to keep customers in service during construction. The contract includes asphalt replacement. 2. The Contract Documents, containing the detailed Drawings and Specifications for the construction work, together with the proposed construction Contract, may be seen at the office of Merrick & Co., 2480 W. 26th Avenue, Unit B225, Denver, Colorado, 80211. PDF copies thereof may be obtained from Merrick & Company by e-mailing a request to plansrequest@merrick. com. 3. Bid security in the amount of 5 percent, unqualified, of the total Proposal price, will be required with each Proposal. Character and disposition of such bid security are stated in “Instructions to Bidders” of the Contract Documents. Included with the Contract Documents is a Bid Bond form to be used by Bidders not submitting a cashier’s check or a certified check. 4. Further information will be found in “Instructions to Bidders” of the Contract Documents. Each Bidder will be assumed to be familiar with all Contract Documents, including all Drawings and Specifications. Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation District By John Warford Manager Published in The Villager First Publication: June 27, 2019 Last Publication: July 11, 2019 Legal # 9084
GREENWOOD VILLAGE City of Greenwood Village Notice of Proposed Disposition of Unclaimed Property NOTICE IS HERERBY GIVEN that pursuant to Chapter 4-10-120 of the City of Greenwood Village Code, the City has had in its possession the following property for more than 30 days without claim having been been:
Property
Owner
Estimated Value
Reason Held
E-Cigarette
Jaymie Tenorio
$0-$99
Safekeeping
3 Credit Cards
Sean Alberts
$0-$99
Found Property
Folding Knife
William Gregory
$0-$99
Safekeeping
Credit Card
James Frank
$0-$99
Safekeeping
Back Pack
Brandon Hall
$0-$99
Safekeeping
Colorado ID
Patricia Newson-Garcia
$0-$99
Safekeeping
Colorado ID
Jesus Orozco
$0-$99
Safekeeping
Coloado Medicaid Card
Serena Orozco
$0-$99
Safekeeping
Purse and Bag
Destiny Lee
$0-$99
Safekeeping
If anyone asserts to be the owner of any of the above-mentioned item, inquiry for claim should be made in writing to Michele Burkhalter, City of Greenwood Village, 6060 South Quebec Street, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111-4591, and should contain information identifying the item by a SERIAL NUMBER, COLOR, and/or CERTAIN CHARISTERISTIC MARKINGS OF THE ITEM. If the owner fails to provide Michele Burkhalter with a written claim for the property within thirty (30) days of the publication of this notice, the items shall become the sole property of the City of Greenwood Village and any claim by the owner to such property shall be deemed forfeited. Susan M. Ortiz, MMC City Clerk
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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July 25, 26, 27. Denver International Festival of Arts & Technology presents this astounding electro-acoustic music adaptation of Puccini’s Madame Butterfly featuring magnificent costumes and art direction. Jul. 25, 26 at 7:30 pm and Jul. 27 at 2:30 pm. Newman Center of Performing Arts, 2344 E. Iliff Avenue. Order online at newmantix.com or call 303-871-7720
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FUNDRAISER
Bessie’s Hope 25th Annual Gala
August 17. This “Bridge of Love” gala will honor Pat Robinson with the Community Angel Award. Silent Auction at 5:30 pm, Dinner and Live Auction at 7:00 pm with music and dancing from 7:30 pm. Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S. Syracuse Street. For information go to bessieshope.org or call 303-830-9037 for reservations
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tion from the Colorado Farm Bureau Foundation to help with disaster relief after devastating storms and flooding hit the state in March. “While Colorado braced for impact from the ‘Bomb Cyclone,’ it was really our friends in Nebraska that suffered massive damage,” said Don Shawcroft, President of the Colorado Farm Bureau. “Hearing of ranchers unable to get to their cattle, flooded fields, and demolished silos, sprinklers, and barns was truly heartbreaking.” The $20,000 donation will go to the Nebraska Farm Bureau’s Disaster Relief Fund where 100 percent of the donations will be distributed to Nebraska farmers, ranchers and rural communities affected by the disaster. According to the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, more than 20 percent of the state’s gross domestic product comes from agriculture and some officials estimated the industries lost about $1 million a day during the worst of the floods. The disaster caused significant livestock deaths, severe damage to infrastructure and feed sources as well ass total disruption to planting, impacting next year’s crops. The Colorado Farm Bureau Foundation will continue to accept donations to add to this fund. Please note Disaster Fund-NE Flood in the memo line on the check. Cash and checks can be sent to: Colorado Farm Bureau Foundation. Attn: Disaster Fund, 9177 E. Mineral Circle, Centennial, CO 80112
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