8-10-23 Villager

Advice for College Freshmen

In my last column of May, as the school year wrapped up and I prepared to take a writing break, I shared my thoughts about the Class of 2023, a group I sincerely think of as “just really good kids.” This week, as summer vacation fades in the rearview mirror, and my wife and I prepare to send our second child off to college, I want to share some thoughts for those young people with their lives out in front of them.

In many high school graduation speeches, there is always a message about college being the time of freedom to explore and figure out who you are. A few years ago, Austin Kleon, artist and author of the cleverly titled Steal Like an Artist, wrote a message to graduates, reminding them that college is filled with that freedom and opportunity, but it comes with a caveat. “The classroom,” he wisely observed, “is a wonderful, but also fairly artificial, place: Your professor gets paid to pay attention to your ideas, and your classmates are paying to pay attention to your ideas.” Never again in your life will you have such a captive audience.

The college years are wonderfully rich times of learning and development. And it’s important to understand that not all of it, or even most of it, happens in the classroom. Additionally, college is not simply an internship or job training. In fact, for most students, a bachelor degree is decidedly not job training. Trust me, few companies are out there anxiously waiting for a twenty-two-year-old college graduate to come in and let them know how the work is done. Instead, employers want to know you earned a degree and have a credential that verifies you have the ability to do the work, whatever they assign you.

Shortly after you start working, you will discover the difference between the classroom and the workplace. Kleon goes on to remind students that “Soon after you leave college, you learn that most of the world doesn’t necessarily care about what you think. It sounds harsh, but it’s true.” As the writer Steven Pressfield says, “It’s not that people are mean or cruel, they’re just busy.” So, while in college, embrace the freedom, stretch your mind, and step outside of your comfort zone.

In a final bit of advice from Kleon, “Enjoy your obscurity while it lasts,” and embrace all the experiences available. Participate in theater if you never stepped on stage in high school, or enroll in intramural sports of some kind if you didn’t play before. Stay

active, and make sure you eat some vegetables regularly. Spend time on the quad, playing frisbee and hacky sack. Learn to juggle or paint or sing. If your university is large enough, unofficially audit a class or two in something you’d never study or do. By that I mean, just sit in on a class lecture and learn something new.

By all means go to your college football and basketball games if they have teams and you enjoy sports, or even

if you don’t. But also consider losing your voice cheering on the swim team. Take the time to go crazy with friends cheering on athletes in a tennis match or a gymnastics meet. In fact, try to see every team once. Live on campus, and get a part time job while you’re in school. Find your spot to study on campus, and build a routine around that important part of the college experience. Whether it’s a coffee shop, some back corner of the library, or an academic building’s common room. Visit your professors during office hours. And try to do it before you need last minute help. And, if possible, study abroad for a semester. I have expressed this idea to my students for years – get out of your comfort zone, and by that I mean the country

you call home.

Finally, remember that while these years are a time of freedom and opportunity, your time in college is not “the best days of your life.”

I don’t share the ridiculous belief that college is the peak – what a depressing message for an eighteen-year-old. That said, it is a new beginning. Appreciate all the moments, including the stress of classes, the solitude of being on your own, the uncertainty of new friends.

Oh, and call your parents every once in a while. Not when you need something. Just because.

Michael P. Mazenko is a writer, educator, & school administrator in Greenwood Village. He blogs at A Teacher’s View and can be found on Twitter @mmazenko. You can email him at mmazenko @gmail.com

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The college years are wonderfully rich times of learning and development. And it’s important to understand that not all of it, or even most of it, happens in the classroom.

I’ve been reading the “Looking Back” history columns for five decades, exchanging newspapers with The Weekly-Register Call, the oldest historic newspaper in Colorado started in 1862. We purchased this Gilpin County newspaper on Sept. 1, 2021, with offices in Central City. This newspaper joins the Villager Media Group.

about Indian encounters that made the editions of July 16, 1873, and Aug.1, 1873. I reprint these here:

BY BOB SWEENEY

To this day, I don’t think the news has been better than what current “Looking Back” scribe Gary King has been compiling. The history contained in the WR-C binderies is one of the best and one of the only sources of early factual gold mining history.

Many books about early-day gold mining have information taken from newspaper records. The newspaper roots began three years after gold was discovered in Gregory Gulch in what became Central City which was part of the Kansas Territory in 1859. Colorado didn’t become a state until 1876. I’m told that portions of the Colorado Constitution were written in the newspaper front office. Indians burned a wagon train carrying newsprint, so publishers printed on wallpaper until a new supply of paper could arrive. WR-C occupies the original office space on the second floor of the Masonic Lodge in Central City, the building constructed by the newspaper pioneer owner.

I’ve also been a longtime reader of the Meeker Herald-Times. My grandparents were married in Meeker in 1885, and their marriage is recorded on the pages of the Herald. They then homesteaded in the Axial Basin west of Craig in Moffat County, where I was raised.

Last week’s Weekly -Register-Call carried two stories

“Mr. Otis Standish, late clerk of the Black Hawk post office, made a quick ride during the week from Middle Park to this city, coming by way of Hot Sulphur Springs. He had swapped his horse for a fine animal with a band of Ute Indians, who afterward chased him for 14 miles to try and catch him and take the animal away from him, but they didn’t succeed as his horse outdistanced them.”

(I could ride very fast, too, if I had a band of Indians chasing me!)

The second story appeared in the WR-C edition of Aug 1, 1873, in a concise but meaningful paragraph reprinted here:

“ Jack,” the Chief of the Ute Indians, and a party of his fellow countrymen, passed through Central on Monday on their way to the White River agency.”

I guess that the Indians didn’t want trouble with the miners, who were heavily armed. We might wonder where Chief Jack and his braves had been a long way from the Meeker reservation.

But, over the past few weeks, The Meeker Herald-Times has printed fascinating historical letters from the White River Museum written by the White River Indian agency. The first was written by Hon. H.M. Teller, who described the agency’s location as poor and requested a move to Powell Valley, 15 miles away along the White River. He writes that the move was granted to the 3,500 acres of excellent land:

“At first, the Indians were decidedly opposed to the oc-

cupancy of Powell Valley for the agency because they had always used it for their winter encampment, particularly for pasturing their horses, since snow seldom lies there more than a few days, while here it lies for five months, and they were perfectly willing to come up to this location once a week to draw rations when they would immediately return. Their only idea of an agency is that it shall be a place where they get supplies since no crops had ever been grown here and only a sprinkle of vegetables, watered from pails, and they had only a vague idea of what it is to engage in farming, in short, they protested against any change.”

Followed by another Herald account is a letter written by Indian Agent Nathan C. Meeker, whom Indians killed in the massacre on Sept. 29, 1879. Here in Meeker’s letter to Hon E.A. Hayt, Commissioner of Indian Affairs, Washington, D.C., written Dec. 9, 1878, he outlines the need to have a store at the Agency and writes about the Indians purchasing ammunition. Meeker was named an Indian agent in the summer of 1878. I believe that Hon. Teller was of Gilpin County repute and then. a U.S. Senator.

The Teller House is located next to the Central City Opera House in Central City. Meeker explained that the Indians could leave the reservation and travel to Bear River 45 miles and 90 miles to Snake River stores, where they could trade goods and purchase ammunition.

Nathan continued: “This seems to be a vexatious question because to suppress the sale of ammunition is to forbid the Indians from pursuing the only industry that they can now engage in, and even this would be the case if these outside stores were shut up and a store open

The power to regulate vs the rule of law

The power to regulate and to tax is wisely bestowed, by the Constitution, The Rule of Law, on only those who are elected by the people: Who are thereby held accountable to the citizens that elected them. There is genius in the simplicity of this feedback loop.

However, when the power to regulate is subsumed by bureaucrats, employees of the government, we no longer have the Rule of Law. The Constitution is thereby subverted, and we are forced to endure rule by regulation, the clawing power of whim by federal, state or local government employees and subversion of our inalienable rights.

The 1984 Chevron Deference codified rule by bureaucrat,

it became an ultimate tool for control of private business by bureaucracy, by the Administrative State. Now, the Justices in the Supreme Court are going to look into Chevron. Justice Gorsuch is a scholar on the topic.

The authors of the Constitution understood that government is power, nothing else. It

here not selling ammunition. This letter is to explain why so many Indians are off the reservation.”

We know that Chief Jack was in Gilpin County in 1873, and later he was involved in the Meeker Massacre negotiations and the Milk Creek Indian Battle on Sept. 23, 1879. Indian Agent Meeker, on that same day, along with eight of his male employees, were killed.

Meeker’s wife, Arvilla, and daughter Josephina were taken hostage by the Utes, along with Flora Price, the wife of one of the employees killed. The hostages were held for 23 days before being released unharmed near present-day Grand Junction. (Another story)

The Milk Creek Battle raged for days, with 11 U.S. soldiers receiving the Medal of Honor, including Sgt. James Harris an African-American “Buffalo Soldier.”

Major Thornburgh, who led the first detachment of troops from Ft. Steele, was killed in action along with 12 soldiers and 19 Utes.

This action followed the infamous Sand Creek Massacre on Nov. 29, 1864, when Col. John Chivington led 675 troops to attack an Indian encampment mainly of women and children at Sand Creek.

The Meeker Massacre led directly to the expulsion of thousands of Ute Indians from Colorado to Utah and the opening of thousands of acres of land that had formerly been the Ute Reservation.

I don’t know what happened to “Captain Jack,” the Indian Chief. Maybe he lost his wampum in a Central City poker game?

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is a necessary power whose sole purpose should be to protect the liberty of the individual. That power must be controlled by the Rule of Law, the Constitution.

When the Rule of Law is subverted, as in Chevron, we have an all-powerful Administrative State doing the bidding of only one branch of the government, the Presidency. Chevron subverted the balance of power between Administration (President), Legislation (Congress) and Interpretation (Supreme Court.)

This unelected power, imho, is the source of the malice we citizens feel today; it is an overpowering sense of dread that something is wrong. Well, we’re not paranoid if they really

That said, we have the good fortune to live in a nation whose government is controlled by the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

Further, we are blessed with a Supreme Court that understands the subtle and powerful meaning of that Constitution.

Finally, we are blessed with good citizens whose only desire is to live free of tyranny, and who will stand up for their individual liberty and that of all other citizens.

Those who forged the Declaration, Constitution and Amendments foresaw these tribulations and trials and provided us with the blueprint to navigate stormy days. All we have to do is read it, understand it, and hold our government accountable to it.

“In Germany, the Nazis first came for the communists and didn’t speak up because I wasn’t a communist. Then they came for the Jews and 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 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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It’s official: Space Command will remain in Colorado permanently

On July 31, Colorado’s Congressional delegation began spreading the word that United States Space Command (USSC), which has been located in Colorado Springs on a temporary basis since it was brought back in 2019, after having been eliminated in 2002, is going to stay put at Peterson Space Force Base (SFB) in Colorado Springs.

The stated mission of USSC is, “Working with Allies and Partners, plans, executes, and integrates military spacepower into multi-domain global operations in order to deter aggression, defend national interests, and when necessary, defeat threats.”

The decision to choose Peterson SFB as USSC’s permanent home had been widely expected back in 2020 before a surprise an nouncement on January 13, 2021 that USSC would be relocated to the Redstone Arsenal at Huntsville, Alabama. When it was revealed that the decision to move USSC to Alabama had been made by outgoing President Donald Trump, rather than military leaders, many in Colorado, including elected representatives in Washington D.C., questioned how the decision had been made.

It didn’t help that an 89-page report by the General Accounting Office, finally released on June 2, 2022, said that the GAO had found that, “From December 2018 through early March 2020, the Air Force largely followed its established strategic basing process to determine the preferred location for U.S. Space Command headquarters,” but that, “From early March 2020 through January 2021, the Air Force implemented a revised, threephased process at the direction of the then Secretary of

Defense, culminating in the selection of Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama as the preferred location.” GAO also found that the revised process “fully or substantially met (only) 7 of 21 Analysis of Alternatives best practices,” that it assessed.

There was also a 120page report of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Pentagon, released on May 11, 2022 that said it “could not verify the accuracy of the rankings of the six candidate locations (including Peterson SFB) due to the lack of documentation,” leading to the decision to choose Alabama over Colorado.

Speculation continued until last week when it was announced that President Biden had made a final decision to keep USSC at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs. It was widely reported that the President’s decision was most highly influenced by General James Dickinson, who heads up Space Command, and told the President that relocating the operation would jeopardize military readiness because of the years it would take to effect the relocation.

Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder, spokesperson for the Pentagon, said, “Locating Headquarters U.S. Space Command in Colorado Springs ultimately ensures peak readiness in the space domain for our nation during a critical period. It will also enable the command to most effectively plan, execute and integrate military space power into multi-domain global operations in order to deter aggression and defend national interests.”

Just as Colorado officials suspected politics had a role in the 2021 decision, Alabama officials cried foul with similar accusations after this announcement. Nevertheless, it appears that the decision is a final one.

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CFRW District VI Director Evie Ashmore, keynote speaker Colorado State Representative and Assistant Minority Leader Rose Pugliese (HD 14), CFRW District IV Director Judy Allen Photos by

Colorado Federation of Republican Women hosts annual meeting of Districts IV and VI

Three Colorado Republican Women’s clubs presented the annual meeting of two districts of Colorado Federation of Republican Women (CFRW) - Cherry Creek Republican Women (CCRW), Douglas County Republican Women (DCRW) and Elbert County Republican women (ECRW) with annual reports from each club, Republican resources and great door prizes. Members of local clubs (some enjoy membership in multiple clubs) throughout Colo-

rado are automatically members of CFRW as well as the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW).

Keynote speaker was Assistant Minority Leader (elected unanimously by the Republican House caucus in 2022) Colorado State Representative (HD 14) Rose Pugliese. She represents northern Colorado Springs and previously served two terms as a Mesa County Commissioner and in 2019 was awarded one of Denver Business Journal’s “Top Women in Energy.” She admits

to attending a CFRW meeting in 2008 and never leaving. She shared her experience of the last legislative session with the Mighty 19 Republicans vs. 46 Democrats where traditional rules were dispensed with. Her message was extensive about Proposition HH which will be on the ballot in November and emphasized that Coloradoans need to pay attention and be educated.

“We need real common sense language for HH,” she said. “Silencing the people we represent is not democracy. Property tax does not affect the state budget. There is more money in the Col-

orado budget than ever!”

ECRW sponsors an annual patriotic essay contest. Winner in the Middle School category was fiery redhead Ryann Swan. Age wise, she would be considered an eighth grader. However, she is proudly home schooled at what she affectionately calls “Swan Academy” and is a ninth grader – so wise beyond her years. She delivered her powerful essay titled “A Republic for America – If We Can Keep It.” (Borrowing from a famous quote by Ben Franklin.) Like Rose Pugliese, Ryann’s essay stressed the importance of citizens’ understanding

and education in the politics of American values and government structures and appreciation of freedoms - especially her own generation valuing the Tenth Amendment. All Americans should hear her brilliant composition!

CFRW President Barbara Piper announced the state convention will be October 27-29 at Embassy Suites in Loveland hosted by Larimer County Republican Women. Saturday night’s keynote speaker is Debbie Georgatos of Dallas who is a pro-America woman’s voice on Salem Radio.

“Proposition HH is our defining moment in Colorado!”

- Rose Pugliese

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Cherry Creek Republican Women President Evie Ashmore, Rose Pugliese, Elbert County Republican Women President Andrea Richardson, Douglas County Republican Women President Barbara Piper

CFRW officers: President Barbara Piper, 1st VP Judith Jorgensen (District V Director), 3rd VP Wendy Warren

Angela Swan, her daughter essay winner Ryann Swan and Elbert County Republican Women President Andrea Richardson

Natela Manuntseva, Jewell Hargrave, Antonette Smith

Aldis Sides, Dianne Bartlett, Karen Blilie, Lisa Fertman

Andi Allott, Aleksandra Gopsill, Mary Conroy, Deborah Mulvey

Didge Pedicord and CFRW Chaplain Marie Rossmiller

Jeanette NewVille and Teri Guthrie who was in charge of the ECRW essay contest

Ryann Swan led the Pledge of Allegiance before sharing her winning essay

Aurora Charter Amendment would give more power to the mayor

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

On July 25, the Aurora City Clerk announced that a citizen-initiated proposed amendment to the city’s charter that would eliminate the position of city manager, transferring most of the authority of that position to the mayor, had garnered 12,198 valid petition signatures, 182 more than the 12,017 that were required to put it on the November 7, 2023 ballot.

After that announcement, current Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman, who is running for re-election, confirmed what many had guessed, that, “I certainly initiated the process,” and that he had also supported it financially.

By changing Aurora from a “council-manager” to a “mayor/council” form of government, the city council would continue to, “determine legis-

lative and policy objectives,” but the mayor would have responsibility for “appointing and managing administrative personnel for efficient day to day city government.”

In an interview with 9 News’ Marshall Zelinger, Mayor Coffman expanded on his role, saying, “I was involved early on in researching it, in talking to different people in Denver and Colorado Springs (cities that have a mayor/council form of government) and community leaders in the city.”

Sam Mamet, retired executive director of the Colorado Municipal League, in an interview explained the issue, as, “One of the strong (mayor) arguments is you want to have one person, directly elected and accountable to the citizens of his or her community, to be able to control those appointments. The argument for a council-manager system is that you want a professionally trained individual.”

The ballot initiative would

also add an eleventh seat on the city council for another at-large representative, creating an odd number of council members to make tie votes less likely. It would also reduce the number of four-year terms allowed for both city council and the mayor from three to two, which is common in area cities.

What is less common is that, if this proposal is approved by

the voters, the sitting mayor will have the sole power to hire and fire the city attorney, municipal judge, court administrator, and other administrative employees of the city. The mayor will also appoint the police chief and the fire chief, with the consent of a majority of the city council. Both those department heads will need the mayor’s agreement to fill top management positions in their units.

When this proposal was first discussed several months ago, it drew a negative response from at least three sitting Aurora City Council members who seldo m all agree on anything.

Council Member Danielle Jurinsky, a conservative, spoke out against the measure.

Council Member Juan Marcano, a Democratic Socialist who is running for mayor said, “It would hinder greatly our city’s ability to serve our residents at the level they deserve.”

Council Member Curtis Gardner, also a conservative,

said, “My opposition is really about consolidating that power behind one person... Voters have been hoodwinked. They’ve been told this was about term limits when it’s really not. Council members already have term limits (though the amendment reduces those from 12 years to eight).”

Asked his reaction to the accusation that voters who signed the petition were misled about what they were signing, Mayor Coffman said, “I’m certainly sorry if they felt that way.”

Aurora voters have until August 14 to protest the validity of any of the 12,198 accepted signatures on the petitions. To do so, they need to submit their protest in writing to the city clerk, including an explanation of their reasons. The form and instructions can be found at aurora.elections@ auroragov.org. If there are no protests filed, the clerk will issue a Final Determination of Sufficiency on August 15, which will result in the question appearing on the ballot for the November 7, 2023 election.

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OWNER DENISE SNYDER WITH HER HUSBAND BRENT

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Denise Snyder: “Barbie was my favorite doll! I would constantly create outfits and hand sew them. I definitely think it inspired me to get into fashion.”

Villager: What about Barbie is unique in todays world?

Denise Snyder: “For 40 years I have told my clients they are my real life Barbies that I get to style everyday!”

Villager: Why did you decide to have a Barbie party?

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Ticket packages for the 123rd U.S. Amateur Championship at Cherry Hills now available

Walk the fairways with the game’s future stars competing for the USGA’s oldest Championship

Cherry Hills, the historic William Flynn-designed golf course set against the panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, will host the 123rd U.S. Amateur Championship August 14-20. Fans will have a chance to walk the fairways with the world’s best amateur golfers and future stars of the game through ticket packages provided by the USGA.

The USGA is offering individual single-day gallery tickets and five-packs of gallery tickets that can be used over multiple days or shared with family and friends. Each individual ticket may be used for any one day of the of the championship (Monday through Sunday) and will include general admission to the grounds, access to walk the historic course and access to purchase on-site food and beverages. Monday and Tuesday tickets will grant you access to both Cherry Hills and nearby Colorado Golf Club, the stroke-play co-host site.

Ticket Pricing

Gallery – Good Any One Day ($25/ticket)

Gallery – Good Any One Day, Five-Pack ($100 total, $20/ticket)

All tickets are available for purchase at usamateur.com/2023.

Cherry Hills, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary as a club this summer, previously hosted the USGA’s oldest national championship in 1990 and 2012.

Future six-time major winner Phil Mickelson brought home the U.S. Amateur title in 1990. The 2012 championship at Cherry Hills is now remembered for welcoming one of the deepest fields of future professional stars in the history of the event. Tennessee’s Steven Fox, who had to survive a 17-man playoff for 14 spots in stroke play to qualify for match play in the event, defeated Michael Weaver in an epic 37-hole final match. History, though, will point to the deep collection of future golfing superstars who each of the finalists had to outlast to vie for the championship.

Future PGA Tour winners and major champions in the 2012 U.S. Amateur field included Justin Thomas (15 PGA Tour wins, two majors), Jordan Spieth (13 PGA Tour wins, three majors), and Bryson DeChambeau (eight PGA Tour wins, one major). Other eventual PGA Tour winners include Hideki Matsuyama, Xander Schauffele, Max Homa, Daniel Berger, Taylor Gooch, Mackenzie Hughes, Trey Mullinax, Sepp Straka, and Aaron Wise. Together, this group has compiled 70 PGA Tour wins and eight major championships,

making the case of arguably the greatest field for a U.S. Amateur in modern times.

When the best amateurs in the world arrive at Cherry Hills this year, they will see a noticeably different golf course than the one they competed on a decade earlier.

In 2007, celebrated golf course architect Tom Doak and his Renaissance Golf Design firm were commissioned to begin a long-term restoration plan that was partially completed for the

2012 championship but continued for another decade under associate Eric Iverson until completion last year.

The biggest change players will encounter will be with the restoration of Little Dry Creek throughout the golf course. To restore Flynn’s original design, Little Dry Creek was rerouted closer to the front of the green on the 14th hole, next to the green on the seventh, and continuing to flow tightly alongside the newly re-designed eighth hole. Little

Dry Creek was also moved more into play on the 15th hole, where the recent rediscovery and restoration of Flynn’s original left side of the green helped create a more thought-provoking approach. The creek now runs closer to the 15th green, down the 16th fairway and alongside the green, further highlighting the genius and creativity of Flynn’s original design and fortifying the challenge for the best amateurs in the world.

The starting field of 312 players for the U.S. Amateur

Championship will play 18 holes of stroke play on Aug. 14 and 15, with one round at Cherry Hills and one at Colorado Golf Club, the stroke-play co-host for the championship, after which the field will be cut to the low 64 scores. Six rounds of match play begin on Wednesday, Aug. 16. The championship concludes with a 36-hole championship match on Sunday, Aug. 20. The winner and runner-up are exempt into the following year’s U.S. Open and The Masters.

Cherry Hills opens spectacular new clubhouse, punctuating its Centennial Celebration

On the eve of its 100th year celebration and hosting its third United States Amateur Championship in August, Cherry Hills, one of America’s most iconic golf clubs, announces the re-opening of its historic clubhouse following a major multi-year renovation project. The new clubhouse and its modern amenities will serve this new membership and generations to follow.

“I can honestly say this new clubhouse turned out magnificently in terms of design, function, flow, ambience, and dedication to preserving and advancing the club's history. One of the reasons we hired the celebrated architect we did – Mark Finlay – is because he was very well grounded in historic architecture, particularly Tudor architecture,” said Cherry Hills President Kim Koehn. “Mark was very focused on recreating the look that the original 1923 clubhouse had, and I think he hit it spot on. It's been incredibly rewarding to walk through the clubhouse since it’s opened and see people using the spaces, and being excited about being in them in the exact way the design and completed construction was intended to be used.”

The historic clubhouse was originally constructed in 1923 by local Denver architects Merrill and Burnham Hoyt, who had already created some iconic landmarks in the area, including the north wing of Denver’s Central Public Library, the annex of the Colorado Capitol building, and the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The stately English Tudor-style clubhouse they created was timeless in its design and use of space. The building—which featured half-timber construction of wood and brick, pitched gable roof lines, and ornamental windows— offered magnificent views of Colorado’s Front Range, from Pikes Peak to the south to Longs Peak to the north.

Today, as members and guests enter the new clubhouse, they are greeted by a massive open hallway that flows toward large picture windows with familiar views of the same Rocky Mountains vistas. Finlay was trusted with completing a grand space that appropriately honors a club and membership that has hosted three United States Opens, two PGA Championships and a host of prestigious men’s and women’s national championships while benevolently inspiring and supporting a community with scholarship initiatives like the Palmer Foundation and Evans Scholarship programs.

In terms of gathering spaces and amenities, the impressive 97,000-square-foot clubhouse, with an entire second-story addition for more functional space and more advantageous views of the golf course, meets the highest expectations. An expansive dining area, named “22” in honor of the clubhouse’s original debut, features folding doors that retract to allow for the next best thing to an al fresco culinary experience. Touches like the design of “22” exemplifies the club’s commitment to fostering a more contemporary feel for its membership.

Elsewhere, Arnie’s, a nod to a former honorary member and golfing legend Arnold Palmer (who became inextricably connected to Cherry Hills with his heroic victory there at the 1960 U.S. Open), is a boutique adult dining facility featuring indoor and outdoor terrace seating, all the while paying thoughtful homage to showcasing the iconic figure Palmer came to be. The Palmer memorabilia and artwork displayed was carefully curated to highlight multiple facets of The King’s life and career. The outdoor patio offers a 180-degree view spanning the eighteenth hole to the south and the tenth hole to the north. Finally, three centrally located and vertically connected kitchens allow for improved functionality and output.

Other spaces of note include the Flynn Library honoring the well-known course architect, the Eisenhower Library recogniz-

ing the former honorary club member and U.S. president, the Babe Zaharias Room recognizing the golfing legend and former Denver resident, and the Hall of Champions, which holds its rightful place in the hallway leading to the pro shop. A complete fitness center, as well as The Swing Lounge, with four indoor hitting bays with golf simulators, are sure to attract families across all segments of the membership for years to come.

“It has been rewarding to see the genuine look of 'Wow!' on members’ faces,” said Lance Sabella, Cherry Hills Chief Operating Officer (COO). “This is now a much more well-rounded clubhouse as it relates to amenities and programming. The new venues: KidZone and TeenZone rooms, Swing Lounge (indoor golf simulator room) and the fitness center create opportunities and reasons for younger members and their families to come and enjoy other aspects of the club beyond the golf course, racquet facilities and swimming pool. Our two new restaurants with distinct menus also provide variety in that they can experience a more casual family experience or choose to dine in a more adult oriented, upscale environment when they are entertaining friends or business associates.”

Finlay was steadfast on rebuilding, restoring and repurposing concepts and features of the original clubhouse. With that in mind, he and his team preserved but moved the Banquet entry hall and the pre-function fireplace to new locations to help bring the history of the club to the surface and maintain the members' connection to the club's deep legacy.

“The craftsmanship of the original building was extremely important. The craftsmanship of that time was exquisite, and I wanted to make sure the connective tissue through the interior and exterior of the clubhouse was evident in the attention to detail,” Finlay said. “The most impactful part of the design is the new relationship of the building to the golf course. I realigned the entrance axis to give an immediate view of the golf course and the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains upon entering the building. The enhanced views are truly breathtaking and connected to the golf course like never before.”

Cherry Hills and its iconic William Flynn-designed golf course, set against the panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains, will host its third United States Amateur Championship August 14-20.

The historic, century-old venue previously hosted the USGA’s oldest national championship in 1990 and 2012. Just as vital to Cherry Hills as hosting national golf championships on a regular basis, is a dedication and passion to give back to the game and create turning-point opportunities for youth in the local community. Through charitable donations to the Palmer Scholarship Foundation, the Western Golf Association’s Evans Scholars Foundation, The First Tee – Colorado Rocky Mountains and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, Cherry Hills is making a significant impact in the lives of young people across the Centennial State.

For more information, visit www.CHCC. com.

Fundraising event to fight children’s cancer will feature a worldclass exhibit of vintage airplanes, automobiles, and motorcycles

The 20th Annual Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance will take place at Centennial Airport on August 26, 2023

The 20th Annual Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance, a fundraising event to fight children’s cancer, will be held at Centennial Airport on August 26th from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm and will feature a world-class exhibit of vintage and exceptionally-crafted vehicles, including airplanes, automobiles, and motorcycles.

Participants in the event will view over 86 exotic and timeless classic street and race cars, alongside more than 53 custom private jets and extraordinary period aircraft, 56 highly coveted classic motorcycles, while enjoying a walk-about feast with samples from some of the area’s finest restaurants and beverage providers, including AAA Colorado, Gulfstream & EarthRoamer to name a few and many others.

Joan Slaughter, who along with her late husband Steven Adams, began the event in memory of their daughter Morgan who passed away from cancer, had this to say about the staggering collection of machinery:

“We are able to showcase cars, planes and motorcycles that span the entire production history of each industry, so we are sharing with our guests not only exquisite models with historical significance, but also some of the coolest, fastest, most desirable vehicles on the current market. The breadth of it all is pretty amazing when it all comes together. But beyond that, to know all of our guests, exhibitors and volunteers come together to make a huge difference in how we care for the kids and teens with cancer who are the reason behind our work – that is what makes this an incredible evening like no other I know of anywhere.”

Proceeds benefit The Morgan Adams Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) organization dedicated

to improving the quality of life and survival rates of children diagnosed with pediatric cancers.

Morgan Adams was 5-years old when she was diagnosed with a glioblastoma multiforme brain tumor. She faced her many treatments - surgery, chemotherapy, blood transfusions - with bravery and fortitude, never complaining. There were glimmers of success, so many achievements exceeding doctors’ expectations, but the family was devastated to learn the tumor had recurred. Morgan battled cancer for 11 months before she succumbed to the disease. She was home with family when she died peacefully on November 7th, 1998, at the age of 6.

Two years after Morgan died, her parents Steven Adams and Joan Slaughter joined the Oncology Advisory Board at The

Children’s Hospital in Denver as a way to learn more about research and treatment options for childhood cancer, and to take a

more active role in addressing the unmet needs in the field of pediatric cancer research.

As a result of their work with the Board, they asked a small group of friends to help a host a fundraiser to benefit pediatric cancer research. Artma, now a hugely anticipated biennial art auction, was held in 2001. Based on that success and the response from the community, an additional fundraiser, the Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance, began in 2003.

“When we started the event in 2003, we were one of a handful of ‘hangar parties’ in the country and it has been an incredibly special thing to build this event over the past 19 years!” exclaimed Joan. “It has grown tremendously, and we have had the privilege of sharing with our guests some truly exceptional machines, many never seen outside museums. We have gone from 500 guests, 50 cars, 20 planes to more than 1500 guests each year, 125 cars, 50 aircraft and over 50 motorcycles and two full hangars! It’s so exciting, and we’re incredibly grateful to have been able to build something that our guests and patrons love, and that keeps them coming back year after year. Of course we think everyone should join us, but seriously if you’re an enthusiast of any sort of “thing that goes” – this is an event you really don’t want to miss. AND for a great cause – how can there be anything but goodness that comes from that?”

The Promise

The Morgan Adams Foundation raises money and awareness on behalf of children with cancer. They use donations to directly fund pediatric cancer research and therapies that will improve survival rates and reduce the devastating side effects of cancer treatments. The Foundation also provides financial support for families in need during their child’s treatment.

“We promise to continue funding hope, until we fund a cure.”

Tickets and Event Details for Morgan Adams Concours d’Elegance: morganadams concours.org

Learn More or Donate to The Morgan Adams Foundation: morganadams foundation.org

Former ICE Field Office Director decries illegal immigration

ing, “because they get their payment up front.”

John Fabbricatore was named Denver Field Office Director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) / Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) on May 26, 2020. The Denver Field Office encompasses all of Colorado and Wyoming.

Fabbricatore retired in 2022 after having spent 30 years in government, including as supervisor of the detention and deportation office for the Denver Field Office and as an instructor at the ICE ERO Academy , where he taught in the Physical Techniques Division and ICE ERO Fugitive Operations Academy. He also served as the supervisory detention and deportation officer for the Denver Field Office.

Passionate about the topic of immigration, Fabbricatore is a frequent speaker on the subject. On July 13, he testified in Washington D. C. at the House Immigration Subcommittee’s Hearing titled, “Examine Sanctuary Cities That Shield Illegal Aliens,” where he addressed, “the erosion of immigration enforcement and lack of respect for the rule of law,” asserting that, “There are hundreds of thousands of criminal aliens at large in the United States,” asking, “Why aren’t they a priority?”

He is especially concerned with the impact of sanctuary jurisdictions, telling the Congressional Subcommittee, “As an ICE field office director, I witnessed the deterioration of relationships with local law enforcement agencies because of sanctuary policies.”

In a talk to the Arapahoe County Republican Breakfast Club at Maggiano’s DTC on August 1, he cited an incident that occurred seven years ago when ICE agents under his direction “got onto a task force with Denver Police (DPD)” to tackle the heroin problem. In 2016, as part of that task force, ICE set up a three-month operation with DPD to identify and detain drug traffickers.

“In two weeks, we arrested 76 Hondurans selling heroin on the Cherry Creek Trail. When the Denver City Council found out about it and the mayor found out about it, they called over to DPD and said, ‘I heard ICE is on the Cherry Creek Trail. I want them off, now. I was in (DPD) District three, talking to a sergeant about how successful we were being in stopping (the sale of) heroin on the Cherry Creek Trail, when he got a phone call and said to me, ‘I’ve got to kick

A review of the ICE Annual Reports for the past five years shows that the number of people crossing the border from Mexico, regardless of the countries from which they originate, has gone up steadily every year since 2017, as evidenced by the number of non-detained individuals each year:

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you out. You guys are off the task force.’ When I asked why, he said, ‘Because they don’t like the optics of ICE being down here working with us. There’s nothing I can do about it.’” As a result, Fabbricatore told the group, “That task force was ended that day.”

Turning to fentanyl, Fabbricatore said, “We have over 100,000 people (nationwide) dying of fentanyl overdoses every year. Who’s supplying this fentanyl? The Mexican cartels. Who’s supplying the cartels with the precursors to make the fentanyl? The Chinese. Why?.......The Chinese want to destabilize the United States because they want their dollar in control. The Chinese want to be the economic power and the military superpower in the world.”

On Mexico, he asserted that the cartels “are making billions of dollars off of human smuggling and drug trafficking,” but more off smuggling than drug traffick-

At the same time, staffing levels at ICE-ERO have not come close to keeping up. Staffing of U.S. Border Patrol agents nationwide was about 22,000 back in 2011, dropping down to under 20,000 in 2017, where it has largely remained through 2022.

Also noted in the 2022 Annual Report is that, “While the surge in administrative arrests of other immigration violators — largely focused on recent border crossers — resulted in significant workload increases for ERO, deportation officers continued to conduct interior arrests of those with criminal histories, including extremely serious criminal offenses. In FY 2022, ERO arrested 46,396 noncitizens with criminal histories.”

While Fabbricatore reserved much of his criticism for the current president, he was quick to note that the last time the United States Congress passed any meaningful immigration legislation was in 1996, during the administration of former President Bill Clinton. fmiklin.villager@gmail. com

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The Marvelous Microgreens: Unlocking the Nutritional Powerhouse

In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards healthier eating and a greater emphasis on nutrition. One superfood that has gained significant attention during this health-conscious movement is microgreens. These tiny, young vegetables have emerged as nutritional powerhouses, packed with flavor and an array of health benefits. From their delectable taste to their impressive nutrient content, microgreens have captured the hearts of both food enthusiasts and health experts alike. In this article, we will explore the remarkable benefits of microgreens and why they deserve a spot on your plate.

What are Microgreens?

Microgreens are young seedlings of edible vegetables and herbs. They fall somewhere between sprouts and baby greens in terms of growth and are typically harvested when they are only a few inches tall. They come in a wide variety of species, including arugula, kale, broccoli, radish, cilantro, and many more. These mini greens boast a stunning range of colors, making them not just nutritious but also visually appealing additions to any dish.

Nutritional Powerhouses

Despite their small size, microgreens are packed with an impressive concentration of nutrients. Research conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) found that microgreens contain significantly higher nutrient levels than their fully grown counterparts. In some cases, the nutrient content of microgreens can be up to 40 times more concentrated!

These young greens are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They are particularly abundant in vitamins C, E, and K, as well as beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Additionally, microgreens are a great source of folate, iron, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Incorporating microgreens into your diet can help support immune function, improve vision health, promote bone health, and provide various other essential benefits.

Packed with Antioxidants

One of the most significant benefits of microg reens is their impressive antioxidant content. Antioxidants play a crucial role in neutralizing harmful free radicals in the body, which are known to contribute to oxidative stress and cell damage. By consuming microgreens regularly, you can help protect your cells from oxidative damage and potentially reduce the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and certain types of cancer.

Supporting Heart Health

Several studies have shown that microgreens can

help support heart health by reducing the risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. Due to their high nutrient content and potent antioxidants, microgreens may help lower blood pressure, reduce LDL cholesterol levels, and improve overall heart function.

Weight Management

For those aiming to manage their weight, microgreens can be an excellent addition to their diet. These greens are low in calories and high in fiber, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied, preventing overeating. Moreover, the abundant nutrient profile of microgreens ensures that your body is getting essential vitamins and minerals even while on a calorie-restricted diet.

Easy to Incorporate into Your Diet

Another fantastic aspect of microgreens is their versatility. These tiny greens can be easily incorporated into a wide variety of dishes, including salads, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and even as garnishes for soups and main courses. The addition of microgreens not only enhances the visual appeal of your meal but also elevates the nutritional value without adding significant calories.

Sustainable and Easy to Grow

Microgreens can also be grown at home, making them an eco-friendly option. They require minimal space, water, and time to grow, making them an accessible choice for urban dwellers or anyone with limited gardening space. Growing your microgreens can also ensure their freshness and quality, as you have full control over the growing process and can harvest them at their peak nutrient content.

In Conclusion

Microgreens are undoubtedly a nutritional powerhouse and an excellent addition to any diet. Their rich nutrient profile, high antioxidant content, and versatility in the kitchen make them a standout choice for health-conscious individuals. By incorporating microgreens into your meals regularly, you can reap a wide range of health benefits, supporting your immune system, heart health, and overall well-being. So, why not embark on this flavorful journey and unlock the nutritional marvel of microgreens today!

Learn where you can buy them in your area. There are lots of individual companies now you can purchase them from. I have been buying five different ones each week from my local farmers market, but this year when the farmers market ends I’m not going to stop buying them. I might switch microgreen companies, but I will continue to have them all year around now.

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Thank you to Pamela SCHENCK for 27 years as the GM for PARK MEADOWS!

Pamela coined the phrase, “Colorado’s only Retail Resort!”

Happy Retirement from the Villager team

Coach’s words of wisdom even truer decades later

In this day of participation awards for everyone on the team, permissive bail policies for most offenders and an emphasis on equity, the following story from the Internet, edited for length, is worth sharing.

At the American Baseball Coaches Association’s 52nd annual convention, a 78-year-old retired college coach spoke to 4,000 coaches representing all levels, who gathered at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville. It was 27 years ago, but his words could have been spoken yesterday.

John Scolinos, who died in 2009 at the age of 91, arrived on stage with a regulation-size home plate dangling from a string around his neck.

“The reason I stand before you today,” he told his audience, “is to share with you baseball people what I’ve learned in my life, what I’ve learned about home plate in my 78 years.”

When Scolinos asked how many Little League coaches were in the room, several hands went up. “Do you know how wide home plate is in Little League?” he posed.

After a pause, someone offered, “Seventeen inches?” It was more question than answer.

“That’s right,” Scolinos said. “How about in Babe Ruth’s day? Any Babe Ruth coaches in the house?”

“Seventeen inches?” came a guess from another hesitant coach.

“That’s right,” said Scolinos. “Now, how many high school coaches do we have in the room?” Hundreds of hands shot up, as the pattern began to appear. “How wide is home plate in high school baseball?”

“Seventeen inches,” they said, sounding more confident.

“You’re right! And you college coaches, how wide is home plate in college?”

“Seventeen inches!”

“Any Minor League coaches here? How wide is home plate in pro ball?”

Again: “Seventeen inches!”

“RIGHT! And in the Major Leagues—how wide is home plate in the Major Leagues?

“Seventeen inches!”

“SEV-EN-TEEN INCHES!” he confirmed, his voice bellowing off the walls. “And

what do they do with a Big League pitcher who can’t throw the ball over seventeen inches?”

“They send him to Pocatello

!” Scolinos hollered after a pause, drawing raucous laughter.

“What they don’t do is say, ‘Ah, that’s okay, Jimmy. If you can’t hit a seventeen-inch target, we’ll make it eighteen inches or nineteen inches. We’ll make it twenty inches, so you have a better chance of hitting it. If you can’t hit that, let us know so we can make it wider still, say twenty-five inches.’”

He paused again.

“Coaches . . . what do we do when your best player shows up late to practice? Or when our team rules forbid facial hair and a guy shows up unshaven? What if he gets caught drinking? Do we hold him accountable? Or do we change the rules to fit him? Do we widen home plate? “

The chuckles faded as four thousand coaches grew quiet, the fog lifting as the old coach’s message began to unfold. He turned the plate toward himself and, using a Sharpie, began to draw. When he turned it toward the crowd, point up, a house was revealed, complete with a freshly drawn door and

two windows.

“This is the problem in our homes today . . .with our marriages . . . with the way we parent our kids . . . with our discipline.

“We don’t teach accountability to our kids, and there is no consequence for failing to meet standards. We just widen the plate!”

To the point at the top of the house he added a small American flag.

“This is the problem in our schools today. The quality of our education is going downhill fast and teachers have been stripped of the tools they need to be successful—to educate and discipline our young people.

“We are allowing others to widen home plate! Where is that getting us?”

“If we fail to hold ourselves to a higher standard,” Coach Scolinos concluded, “a standard of what we know to be right . . . if we fail to hold our spouses and our children to the same standards . . . if we are unwilling or unable to provide a consequence when they do not meet the standard . . . and if our schools and churches and our government fail to hold themselves accountable to those they serve, there is but one thing to look forward to …”

With that, he held home plate in front of his chest, turned it around, and revealed its dark black backside.

Denny Dressman is a veteran of 43 years in the newspaper business, including 25 at the Rocky Mountain News, where he began as executive sports editor. He is the author of 15 books, nine of them sports-related. You can write to Denny at dennydressman@ comcast.net.

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Dr. Brian Macaulay is a candidate for LPS school board

BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

Brian Macaulay, M.D. is an emergency medicine physician who practices at the Veterans Administration hospital in Aurora. He is also a father of five children and has lived in Littleton for 14 years.

At a meeting on July 27 for neighbors to learn more about him, Dr. Macaulay told the 20 people who came to the home of Heidi and Greenwood Village City Council Member Paul Wiesner, “I’m running for the Littleton school board because, ultimately, I care about what happens to our kids in Littleton. I want all of our kids in Littleton to reach their highest level of achievement in their educational pursuits…We have over 13,000 kids here and we owe it to these kids to provide them with an outstanding education…If we do that, we’re going to build a strong community in Littleton… that we hope our kids come back to and our grandkids come back to.” He went on, “Education is foundational…in order for everybody to reach their highest level of achievement. We want our kids to be critical thinkers, independent thinkers.”

Dr. Macaulay told the group that only 48% of LPS students, across the district, are proficient or higher in math and 62% are proficient or higher in English, explaining, “We need to get back to focusing on the core mission of education.”

Also important to Dr. Macaulay is, “Respecting our parents as the primary educators with regards to our kids’ values, beliefs, identities… We should be having those conversations

exclusively with our children. When another third-party comes in and talks to our kids about those types of things, I think that distracts and confuses them.” He continued, “We need full transparency and full accountability throughout the system. That’s the school administrators, that’s the teachers, that’s the parents, that’s the students. We all have to be accountable to each other and we have to have transparent curriculum so that we can see what’s going on.”

Asked if there are areas he would cut in the school budget, Dr. Macaulay said he had not delved into it at that granular level yet, but he had met with the CFO of the school district and found out, “There’s something like 12 special funds where dollars are pushed into these buckets,” including a capital projects fund and a debt repayment fund. He plans to look further into the budget to determine what resources are needed to accomplish the core mission of education.

Brian and his wife Ann are the parents of five children, the

oldest of whom recently graduated from Heritage High School in the LPS district, where she was a competitive swimmer. The two youngest Macaulay children attend All Souls Catholic School and might follow their sister to Heritage. The Macaulays’ other two children attend Valor Christian High School and Denver Christian High School.

Two seats on the five-person Littleton Public Schools board of education will be on the ballot in November. All candidates run at-large in this non-partisan race.

One of the seats up for election is currently held by incumbent Lindley McCrary, current board treasurer and president-elect of the board of directors of the Colorado Association of School Boards. She is eligible for and expected to run for re-election.

The other board seat is held by Robert Reichardt, who is term limited on the LPS board of education and rumored to be contemplating a run for the Littleton City Council.

There are other potential candidates for the LPS board but none that we could confirm who have announced officially.

The adopted Call for Nominations for the LPS board states that a candidate for the school board must have been a registered elector and a resident of the school district for at least 12 months before the election and not have been convicted of com-

mitting a sexual offense against a child.

Nomination petitions with 50 eligible signatures are due in the LPS Finance Office at 5776 S. Crocker Street in Littleton by 4:30 p.m. on September 1, 2023. fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

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BY FREDA MIKLIN GOVERNMENTAL REPORTER

“This fall’s general election is not the right time to float a tax measure.” They explained, “The decision comes after recent polling indicated a lack of voter support and resident fatigue regarding property valuations and the implications for next year’s (property) tax bills.”

Steadfast in their belief that, “The County is on the right track to solve a serious and growing structural funding challenge,” commissioners “vowed to continue the discussion and set their sights on a potential 2024 ballot initiative.” fmiklin.villager@gmail.com

Local realtors Larry and Barbara Fullerton live close to Littleton High School and LPS’ new nearby EPIC Campus.

Ann and Brian Macaulay are the parents of five children from elementary school to college.

Event host GV Council Member Paul Wiesner is pictured with his neighbor, Michael Buckley, who has two children in Littleton Public Schools and another who’s graduated and is attending the University of Oklahoma.

Our schools are an important topic to everyone.

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Arapahoe County Commissioners change course, won’t try to De-Bruce in 2023

In a press release late Tuesday afternoon, the Arapahoe County Board of County Commissioners

announced

that,

Rock blasting will halt I-70 traffic along Floyd Hill while Canyon closings slated overnights for Highway 6 next week

Here’s some advice for those driving to or from Gilpin and Clear Creek Counties to the Front Range during the next week: Leave early and plan for potential traffic shutdowns along I-70/Floyd Hill and Clear Creek Canyon (Highway 6).

CDOT’s two large road renovation projects are in full gear during August, which could pose problems for motorists traveling to and from Black Hawk, Central City, Idaho Springs and surrounding communities.

I-70 Floyd Hill

Rock scaling began last week along I-70/Floyd Hill last week, forcing traffic closures for eastbound and westbound sections of the $700 million project that will conclude in 2028. As rock scaling ends, cliffside rock blasting will begin in the area.

Future closings will continue between the eastbound Highway 6 interchange (Exit 244) and Homestead Road (mile-marker 247) between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays – considered off-peak travel times, according to CDOT.

Motorists can expect traffic stoppages for up to 20 minutes in both directions on Floyd Hill, with delays of up to 45 minutes as traffic queues clear. Eastbound traffic will be halted just east of the Hidden Valley/Central City interchange (Exit 243), while westbound I-70 traffic will be stopped near Exit 248 (County Road 65).

CDOT estimates there will be 30 blasts in the east section of the project through early 2024.

Motorists should expect narrower lanes and shoulders, reduced speed limits as low as 45 mph and increased truck traffic entering and exiting the work zones. All construction activities are weather dependent and subject to change. During construction, the ex-

isting I-70 travel lanes will remain open in each direction during peak daytime travel hours. Lane closure hours for the duration of construction will vary based on the season, day of the week, number of lanes being closed and travel direction.

CDOT recommends that motorists turn off their vehicles during traffic stoppages to help with air quality.

For timely CDOT updates on rock scaling and rock blasting, text ‘floydhill’ (one word, lowercase) to 21000.

Floyd Hill night work

Right shoulder closures will occur on eastbound and westbound I-70 between 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. through Friday, Aug. 11, between mile point markers 243 (Central City/ Hidden Valley exit) and 245 (eastbound I-70 exit to Highway 6).

Effective Sunday, Oct. 29, the closure timeframe will be 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. to account for the seasonal I-70 sun glare safety closures. These I-70 eastbound closures, which periodically occur at the bottom of Floyd Hill, can potentially direct more traffic into Clear Creek Canyon, so crews will be off the road by 6 a.m.

when the safety closures are implemented.

Highway 6 canyon closings

As part of the Jefferson County Peaks to Plains Trail project, motorists can expect overnight closures of U.S. 6 in Clear Creek Canyon, which began on Sunday, Aug. 6. Highway 6 will be closed Sunday through Thursday nights, excluding holidays, from CO 119 (south of Black Hawk) to the CO 58/CO 93 intersection in Golden. The section of U.S. 6 between CO 119 and I-70 will remain open for travel into and out of the City of Black Hawk and Gilpin County.

Single-lane closures are expected between mile point markers 267 to 271.5 on Highway 6 between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. through Aug. 11. Single-lane closures will occur between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 12, if needed.

These closures will continue Sunday through Thursday nights throughout the fall for construction of the Huntsman Gulch segment of the Peaks to Plains trail just west of Tunnel 1. There will be no closures Sunday, Sept. 3 and Monday, Sept. 4, for the Labor Day weekend.

CDOT estimates there will be about 60 overnight closures of the canyon continuing throughout this fall as weather conditions allow.

Closures between Sunday, Aug. 6 through Thursday, Sept. 21, will occur from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Effective Sunday, Sept. 24, the closure timeframe will be 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. This timeframe will continue through Thursday, Oct. 26.

The Floyd Hill project includes eight miles of the I-70 mountain corridor from west of Evergreen to eastern Idaho Springs. The Project will deliver a third westbound I-70 travel lane, which will function as an Express Lane, to improve the current two-lane bottleneck. Other significant elements include:

Constructing a missing twomile section of the frontage road between Evergreen and Idaho Springs.

Building an eastbound I-70 extended on-ramp for slowmoving vehicles.

Improving traffic flow and access at interchanges and intersections within the project limits.

Improving sight distance on roadway curves.

Improving the Clear Creek Greenway trail. Implementing environmental mitigation to create safer wildlife movements and improve air and water quality, stream conditions and recreation, according to CDOT.

The project is divided into three sections. The East Section is from just west of Evergreen to the bottom of Floyd Hill. The West Section is from Exit 243 (Central City Parkway) to the Veterans Memorial Tunnels near Idaho Springs. The Central Section is from the middle of Floyd Hill through Exit 243 (Central City/Hidden Valley exit). The east section began this spring and will continue through June 2026. The West section is expected to start this fall and will conclude in the fall of 2027. The Central section will start in the spring of 2024 and continue into 2028.

Contact info

For information about the CDOT Floyd Hill project, visit www.codot.gov/projects/i70floydhill. A hotline is available at 720-9942368. Email CODT at www. cdot_floydhillproject@state. co.us. For information on the Highway 6/Clear Creek Canyon project, visit www. jeffco.us/P2P. Phone information is available at 720-893-0403. The email address is peaks2plains@ gmail.com. For real-time travel information, visit www.COTrip.org

Floyd Hill project overview

Architect’s view of forthcoming toll lanes that will be open from the top of Floyd Hill (left side of photo) to near the Central City Parkway exit. Existing lanes and bridges will be rebuilt as part of the project. Courtesy of CDOT

CDOT Highway 6 Huntsman Gulch closures. Courtesy CDOT

CDOT update sponsored by MAVERICK CASINOS of Gilpin County

Additional mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus in Arapahoe County

Mosquitoes at multiple locations in Arapahoe County have tested positive for West Nile virus. Two locations in Arapahoe County have mosquito populations that have tested positive for the virus, most recently near Heritage High School in Littleton. However, due to the growing number of positive test results across the Denver Metro area, Arapahoe County Public Health urges residents to take precautions at all outdoor locations to prevent mosquito bites.

Seven counties in Colorado, including Arapahoe and neighboring Denver County, have confirmed West Nile-positive mosquitoes. Colorado saw its first case of West Nile virus in a human in late July. The season for high mosquito activity typically runs through September, so

public health experts caution that our community has a while to go before West Nile risk peaks and declines.

The good news is that, despite the risk posed by West Nile virus, prevention efforts to reduce the spread of the disease are working. Though mosquitoes near the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds tested positive for West Nile virus in early July, efforts to treat the surrounding area with insecticide were effective. Environmental health specialists conducted a follow-up test to the same pool where the prior positive mosquitoes were found, and the samples came back negative.

Humans, birds, horses and other mammals can be exposed to West Nile virus via a bite from an infected mosquito. While symptoms in peo-

ple infected with the virus are typically mild, there are steps you should take to limit exposure to the virus:

Wear an EPA-approved insect repellant, such as one that includes DEET. These repellants are proven safe and effective for all people ages 2 months and up, including those who are pregnant and breastfeeding. Learn more about tips for choosing and applying insect repellent for children.

Stay indoors at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. Avoid recreating around standing water sources, such as lakes and ponds. If you are camping, use mosquito netting.

Wear clothes to protect against mosquitos, such as long-sleeves and pants.

COURTS

DISTRICT COURT

COUNTY OF ARAPAHOE, STATE OF COLORADO

7325 S. Potomac Street

Centennial, Colorado 80112

PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO, Petitioner,

IN THE INTEREST OF MEYDI BONILLA RAMIREZ, RIANA LACAYO ROMERO, ANGEL BONILLA ROMERO and ALICE BONILLA ROMERO, Children, And concerning ROSA RAMIREZ MENDEZ, KELIN ROMERO ZELAYA, ANGEL BONILLA CRUZ and LAURO VENTURA, Respondents.

Linda Arnold, Reg. No. 16764

Office of the Arapahoe County

Attorney Attorney for the People Arapahoe County Department of Human Services

14980 East Alameda Drive Aurora, CO 80012 larnold@arapahoegov.com

Tel: 303-636-1882

Fax: 303-636-1889

Case No: 23JV32 Division: 22

NOTICE OF ADJUDICATORY

COURT TRIAL AND DEFAULT

JUDGMENT REGARDING

RESPONDENT MOTHER ROSA RAMIREZ MENDEZ AND RESPONDENT FATHER LAURO VENTURA

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the above-captioned matter has been set for an Adjudicatory Court

Trial and Default Judgment regarding Respondent Mother

Rosa Ramirez Mendez and Respondent Father Lauro Ventura on August 21, 2023 at the hour of 4:00 p.m. in Division 22 of the Arapahoe County District Court. The Arapahoe County District Court is holding hearings via Cisco WebEx Meetings to allow for audiovisual and/or audio participation. Participants may use any computer, tablet or smart phone equipped with a camera and microphone for audiovisual participation. Parties should use the following link:

•https://judicial.webex.com/meet/

D18-ARAP-Div22

•Enter your name and email address (so we know who you are). You will then be in the virtual courtroom.

•Select your audio setting. If the audio on your computer or tablet does not work, please use the alternate audio option of calling in

to the number below.

If you do not have a device that will support a video connection, you may still participate by audio only by calling 720-650-7664 and enter access code 927 2594 887 9073 then press #, #

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.

Date: July 31, 2023/s/

Linda Arnold Linda Arnold, No. 16764

Senior Assistant County Attorney

Published in The Villager

Published: August 10, 2023 Legal # 11263

GLENDALE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Glendale, Colorado, will hold a Public Hearing at Glendale City Hall, 950 South Birch Street, Glendale, Colorado, in the Courtroom/Council Chambers on the first floor, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 concerning the following ordinance: CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO ORDINANCE NO. 5 SERIES OF 2023

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE, COLORADO ESTABLISHING AND SEPARATING CITY OWNED TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS AND PROHIBITING CERTAIN ACTIVITIES ON THE COURTS TO SAFEGUARD DIVERSE RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND PROTECT THE PLAYING SURFACE

A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF)

C.R.S. § 22-31-107

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and, particularly, to the electors of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 of Arapahoe County, Colorado.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 7th day of November, 2023 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, three (3) directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms in Director Districts

A, B and C for Cherry Creek School District No. 5. Eligible electors of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 who have resided in each District respectively for at least 12 months preceding the election and who are interested in serving on the school board may obtain a Board Candidate Packet for the Director District in which they reside, including a Nomination Petition from the District Designated Election Official (DEO) from August 9 through September 1:

Sonja S. McKenzie (Designated Election Official) 4700 S. Yosemite Street Greenwood Village, CO 80111 720-554-4373

The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

State law requires 50 signatures from eligible electors on a Nomination Petition. The deadline to submit a School Board Candidate Petition is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 1, 2023 (not less than 67 days before the election). Earlier submittal is strongly encouraged. Affidavit of Intent to be a Write-In-Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 1, 2023.

Drain standing water sources including puddles, gutters, flowerpots, tires, pool covers, boats, and tarps.

Prevent mosquitoes from getting indoors by utilizing an air conditioner or fans, rather than open windows, and if you do have any windows or doors with openings, utilize a screen.

If you live on a property with a septic system, take steps to prevent mosquitoes by ensuring your tank is in good repair and any vents or openings are covered or sealed.

Symptoms generally appear 2-14 days after exposure, with one in five people developing:

• Fever

• Body aches

• Headache

• Occasionally skin rashes and swollen lymph nodes

SPECIAL DISTRICTS

Cherry Creek School District No. 5

/s/ Sonja S. McKenzie

Designated Election Official Signature

Published in The Villager

Published: August 10, 2023

Legal # 11265

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

East Valley Metropolitan District (Centennial, Colorado) Solid Waste and Recyclables Collection and Transportation

East Valley Metropolitan District (the “District”) is issuing a Request for Proposals (“RFP”) for the provision of solid waste and recyclable material collection and transportation services for the District. Proposals for the collection and transportation of solid waste and recyclable material for East Valley Metropolitan District shall be submitted via email at erblawllc@erblawllc.com up to and including September 11, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Any Proposals received after the above-specified date and time will not be considered.

The Request for Proposal documents outlining the criteria and specifications for the collection and transportation of solid waste and recyclable materials are available upon request, for no charge, from Natalie Fleming at erblawllc@erblawllc.com or (303) 626-7125. Documents will be provided electronically via a Dropbox link or email attachment. Questions about the project can be sent to Natalie Fleming at erblawllc@erblawllc.com up to and including September 4, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

All Proposal prices must be held firm for 90 days following the Proposal due date and, if awarded, Proof of Insurance must be provided within 10 days of the Notice of Award.

As its best interests may appear, the District reserves the right to

Less than 1 percent of people infected with West Nile Virus will develop severe symptoms that affect the nervous system. While these symptoms can occur in any person, people over 60 years of age are at higher risk, as well as those with certain medical conditions. Severe symptoms include:

• Headache

• Coma

• High fever

• Tremors

• Neck stiffness

• Muscle weakness

• Confusion and disorientation

• Paralysis

Mild symptoms of West Nile virus infection usually pass on their own. More information is available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive, conditional or alternate Proposal(s), to reject any or all Proposal(s); to waive informalities, technicality or irregularity in any Proposal(s); to require statements or evidence of Proposer’s qualifications such as financial data, previous experience, and authority to conduct business in the jurisdiction where the District is located; and to accept the Proposal that is in the District’s best interests, subject to the discretion of the District’s Board of Directors. The District reserves the right to extend the Proposal period by Addendum. Basis of award will be the lowest responsive and responsible Proposal as determined by the District’s Board of Directors.

The District is a governmental entity and is exempt from Colorado sales and use tax.

A general statement of the services requested is as follows:

Solid waste and recyclable material collection and transportation for approximately 75 single-family properties within the District’s boundaries, including, but not limited to, trash collection once per week, recycling collection every other week, and the option for each property to have up to three (3) trash carts.

Location: Centennial, Colorado.

By: Board of Directors of the East Valley Metropolitan District

Published in The Villager

Published: August 10, 2023

Legal # 11266

NOTICE OF VACANCIES ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE GREENWOOD ATHLETIC CLUB METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 32-1-808, C.R.S., that vacancies exist on the Board of Directors of

the Greenwood Athletic Club Metropolitan District, City of Greenwood Village, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado.

Qualified eligible electors of the Greenwood Athletic Club Metropolitan District who wish to be considered to fill a vacancy must file a letter of interest within ten days of the date of publication of this notice. A letter of interest may be filed on or before August 20, 2023, with the Board of Directors of the Greenwood Athletic Club Metropolitan District, c/o Icenogle Seaver Pogue, P.C., 4725 South Monaco Street, Suite 360, Denver, Colorado 80237. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: GREENWOOD ATHLETIC CLUB METROPOLITAN DISTRICT

By: /s/ Icenogle Seaver Pogue A Professional Corporation

Published in The Villager

Published: August 10, 2023 Legal # 11267

PARK MEADOWS SUMMER SUNSET

SERIES

Thursdays, 4- 9 p.m. AUG. 24. Enjoy a summer sunset stroll in the Vistas at Park Meadows with a cocktail in hand, live music, shopping, photo ops, activities for kids and a chance to win a summer get away.

PARIS STREET MARKET

SEPT. 2, OCT. 7 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Aspen Grove, 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton. Open-Air, Vintage, Boutique, Artisan.

17 MILE HOUSE OPEN HOUSE

SAT. AUG. 12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Learn about the property’s dairy history (1880-1950). Visit the milking parlor in the barn, milk house, and butter churn display. Make and taste your own butter! FREE event, but registration is required. Visit: arapahoegov.coCentennial.

95th WESTERN WELCOME WEEK

EVENTS AUG. 11-20

AUG. 11, Concert & laser show 5:30-10 p.m.

AUG. 12- 9:30 a.m. Gold Panning on the South Platte Park. l6:30-9:30 p.m. Fishing Derby by the Littleton Elks for the children. AUG. 12, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Littleton Elks Car Show.

AUG. 12, 8-11:59 p.m. Perseids Meteor Shower to be viewed from Carson Nature center in South Platte Park.

AUG. 13 - 8 a.m. Pancake Stampede 5K Fun Run & Walk last Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton.

Aug. 13, 8-11 a.m. Pancake Breakfast at the Geneva Lodge Lawn at the Littleton Center.

AUG. 15, 6-7 p.m. Hawk-Quest’s Family Night Out at Carson Nature Center in South Platte Park.

AUG. 15, 6-8:30 p.m., RiverPointe Senior Living Swing Dance with Zing, the Great Big Band.

AUG. 16, 4-8:30 p.m. Cycling Without Age Littleton-Rock and Roll Roundup at RiverPointe.

AUG 17, 5-6 pm. Historic Littleton’s Inc.’s Downtown Historic District Walking Tours. (Meet at the old courthouse on Littleton Blvd.)

AUG. 18, Opening of the Annual Quilt Show and used book sale at First Presbyterian Church of Littleton. Also the Elks Hometown Pig Roast and Dance at the Elks Lodge.

AUG. 19 10-11:30 a.m., Western Welcome Week Grand Parade. View the Craft and Home Improvement Fair on Downtown Littleton’s Main St. and adjoining streets.

AUG.19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. A Day at the Elk’s Lodge. 12 noon to 4 p.m., The Honor Bell, a tribute for Colorado’s heroes to be held downtown.

AUG. 20, 12:00 noon -2:30 p.m., rubber duckies race along Little’s Creek, starting at the War Memorial Rose Garden.

AUG. 14-19, 10-5 p.m. “Home on the Range” art show at Town Hall’s Stanton Gallery presented by the Littleton Fine Arts Guild. “Best of Colorado” also to be presented at the Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton.

CENTENNIAL UNDER THE STARS

AUGUST 12, 5-9 p.m. Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Drive. Live music featuring Libelula and 6 Million Dollar band, Local vendors and food trucks, activities.

DENVER LYRIC OPERA GUILD DLOG

SUMMER PARTY

AUGUST 12. A French-themed Luncheon at Columbine Country Club. Tickets available at the DLOG website in mid-June. SAVE THE DATE!

CLUB GREENWOOD TO HOST MOVIE SCREENING

AUG. 17, Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. Club

Greenwood is going to host a movie screening for a movie called “Go On Be Brave!” This is a Free Event. A film about Andrea Lytle Peet’s race against time, a diagnosis of ALS and an attempt at the impossible; to be the first person with ALS to complete a marathon in all 50 states. https:// clubgreenwood.com/programs/go-on-be-brave/

DOUGLAS COUNTY REPUBLICAN

WOMEN LINCOLN DAY PICNIC

AUGUST 19. 11:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Wiens Ranch. Couples $60.

CANCER LEAGUE 5K RUN & WALK

SUNDAY, AUG. 20. 27th Annual Race 4 Research at Washington Park. Register www.cancerleague. org or call 303-281-9864.

PUBLIC HEARING FOR SOUTH

SUBURBAN 2024 BUDGET

AUG. 23, SEPT. 27, OCT. 4 Provide input on projects and priorities. Meetings to be held in the Board Room at the Sports Complex (4810 E. County Line Rd., Littleton. Info: Call 303-798-5131. Mon.Fri from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

5K ARAPAHOE COUNTY TRAIL RUN

THURS., AUG. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Begin at Tagawa Gardens and run along the Cherry Creek Regional Trail. Funds support trail maintenance and

Arapahoe County Open Spaces. Includes dinner, craft beer or sports drink, and live music at the finish line. Walkers and all ages welcome. Details: arapahoecountyeventcenter.com/5ktrailseries

CANCER LEAGUE OF COLORADO OVER THE EDGE

SEPT. 7-9. Join in the fight against cancer by repelling down McGregor Square. Registration now open for 2023. www.cancerleague.org or Call 303-281-9864.

TAPS: TRAGEDY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR SURVIVORS

WESTERN-THEMED GALA

SEPT. 9 at Wings Over the Rockies. Founders, Lynne and Bo Cottrell, in 2005 will be honored. The Cottrell’s will be stepping down as directors of the event. The event raises funds for military survivors. Featuring country legend Pam Tillis and singer/ songwriter Gary Morris. Also a special performance by Frank Moscato, an American Idol Gold Ticket winner. INFO: visit TAPS.org/Colorado

MS. COLORADO SENIOR AMERICAQUEEN’S TEA

SUN, SEPT 10, 2 p.m. -5 p.m. At Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Course, Antero Ballroom. It will be a fun afternoon of sipping tea and tasting the delights of an assortment of finger sandwiches, canapés, appetizers, and desserts. You will be entertained by the Ms. Colorado Senior America Pageant Queen 2023 Joanie Ryan and club members including the dance group, The Bella Donna’s! Silent auction

and Live auction! This is an annual fundraiser that should not be missed. For tickets contact Cyndy Oberdier at: 720-217-3560 colosramerica.com

AUTHORS HALL OF FAME DINNER

SEPT. 11 at the Double Tree Hilton DTC. 12 New Inductees. For the list of all inductees, and tickets to attend the gala visit ColoradoAuthorsHallofFame. org

CHERRY CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN

Cherry Creek Republican Women are taking a break from monthly meetings for July and August. Programs resume on Sept. 12. Contact Evie Ashmore at 303-746-4608 for information.

CHALK ART FESTIVAL

SAT., SEPT. 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Streets at SouthGlenn, 6851 S. Vine St. Watch local artists create sidewalk masterpieces using only chalk and their imaginations. Shopping, live music featuring Some Sweet Day, Family Activities, outdoor concert.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN MULTIPLE

SCLEROSIS CENTER GALA

SAT., SEPT. 16, Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

Live Music, Auction, Dancing, Casino Gaming. “The Nacho Men” presented by 5 Star Talent & Entertainment. Tickets: MSCenter.org/gala

CITY OF AURORA WARD VI TOWN HALL

MEETING

SEPT. 20, Heritage Eagle Bend Golf Club. Hosted by

Council Member Franchise Bergan. Info: Call 303739-7015 or visit AuroraGov.org/TownMeetings

RODEO ALL STAR RODEO

COMPETITION

OCT. 6-7. NEW Denver dates. Three rodeo competitions and a Friday night All-Star Concert..

Also the RAS Mutton Bustin’’ Sheep Stampede. Registration open. Tickets: rodeoallstar.com

WHAT’S NEW?

Break Bread LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer to serve two warm, freshly cooked meals each week. Options include food prep, serving meals, walking meals to neighbors close by driving meals stop families without transportation access, or hosting a table. Call 720-335-5525 or sign up online at break-bread.org/volunteer. Check them out on Wednesday evenings for to-go meals or Sat. evenings from 4-6 p.m. at 5894 S. Datura St., Littleton. Money donations are also needed for the 400 meals provided every week. $145 feeds a family of 4 twice a week for a month. $1750 nourishes 1 table once a week for an entire year.