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Affidavit details deputy’s alleged sexual assault of inmate By Pat Hill pathill@yourpeaknews.com Former Teller County Deputy Carlos Alberto Minguela confessed to engaging in intimate kissing, touching and oral sex with a female inmate in the county jail, according to an arrest affidavit filed in the case. Minguela, 33, was arrested while on duty at the jail in Divide on Dec. 23. He was arrested on suspicion of sexual conduct in a correctional institution, a Class 5 felony, and first-degree official misconduct, a Class 2 misdemeanor, according to 4th Judicial District

documents. The arrest followed an investigation into allegations by a female inmate, now held at the Boulder County jail, who reported she had been assaulted by Minguela while incarcerated at the jail in Divide. According to the affidavit, Minguela initiated the sexual encounter that included oral sex Dec. 16. The inmate reported the deputy’s conduct to a Boulder County detective, who then emailed the report to Stephanie Courtney, investigator with the 4th Judicial District. Courtney and deputy chief investigator Dan Edwards met with Minguela Dec. 23 at

the Divide jail. According to the affidavit, Minguela said the inmate touched him and initiated the oral sex. Asked if he ever touched the inmate, Minguela replied that he did not remember. Minguela also admitted having kissed an inmate two months before, investigators said. He denied having inappropriate contact with the second inmate and denied having inappropriate contact with anyone else. Minguela, also known as Carlos Alberto Minguela-Aviles, is scheduled to appear in court at 8:30 a.m. on Jan 8 and, with counsel, at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 13.

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Gold prices drop; former CC&V mine operator loses partner By Bill Vogrin billvogrin@yourpeaknews.com

Nature punishing those trapped by post-Waldo Canyon fire catastrophes By Pat Hill pathill@yourpeaknews.com The contrast is startling: Wellington Gulch in Chipita Park is a place of lush beauty on land that taunts, terrifies and threatens those who dare to live there. It’s as if Mother Nature is seeking revenge for the crime that scarred her. Since June 2012, when an arsonist turned the forest into an inferno now known as the Waldo Canyon Fire, innocent victims continue to suffer. While arson has never been proved, signs on Ute Pass make clear what authorities think: “$100,000 reward for information leading to….”

And though law enforcement hasn’t been able to arrest anyone in the case, certainly there are those who are still paying for the crime. Kayle Higinbotham, who lives in Wellington Gulch, is among them. Kathy Stults, a resident of Fitz Gulch to the west via U.S. Highway 24, is another. The Stultes and their neighbords have suffered the loss of direct access to their homes. Their road has washed out in repeated flooding. They are fighting for government help. which has been difficult to secure, because the road is private and deemed ineligible for funding. Luckily, there are certain

saviors around, including the team at Coalition for the Upper South Platte, or CUSP, and Natural Resource Conservation District. Last month, contractors hired by CUSP removed 28,000 tons of sediment from the channel, dirt and debris intercepted on Higinbotham’s property on its way to Fountain Creek. The work was funded by a $100,000 grant obtained by CUSP from the federal government. “We are coming back in the spring to remove more sediment,” said Carol Ekarius, CUSP’s executive director.

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AngloGold Ashanti, former owner of the Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Co., saw its stock price surge last month upon news that mining giant Randgold Resources Ltd. was ending a joint venture to redevelop one of Africa’s largest gold mines. The news came as the price of gold traded in markets continued a three-year decline. In fact, the price of gold dropped 10 percent in 2015, continuing its longest slide since 1998. It has steadily dropped from the heady days of 2012 when it traded for an average $1,668.85 per ounce. And the downward trend could continue, analysts warn. Analysts blamed a recent increase in U.S. interest rates, The view overlooking the CC&V mining which historically depresses operation. //Photo by Rob Carrigan /The demand for the precious metal, often considered an insurance Courier policy against inflation. and stocks take off, investors have less When the U.S. Federal incentive to buy gold. Reserve raised interest rates in DecemVarious analysts recommend selling ber for the first time in nearly a decade, gold-related stocks in coming year, fearit also signaled rates would graduing the price of an ounce of gold could ally climb in 2016 as the U.S. economy drop from its current $1,068 price all the strengthens. way to $1,048 or much less. Reuters quoted analyst Georgette Newmont Mining Corp., which Boele suggesting that investors’ gold bought the CC&V from AngloGold last also is being hurt by lower oil prices. She year, has seen its stock slip despite said investors buy gold as a safe haven against inflation. When oil prices drop See “Gold” on page 3

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Automobile repair shop adds used car sales to its business By Pat Hill pathill@yourpeaknews.com Seizing the moment, Mac McLung added used cars to the inventory at Bad Rock, an auto repair shop in Woodland Park. “This actually started when Jon DeVaux closed Alpine Auto two years ago,” McClung said. “And because Jon was doing things right, when he went out of business there was sizeable vacuum up here.” For McClung, doing things right means standing behind the sale – no clunkers sold as vehicles in tip-top shape. “If the unforeseen happened shortly after the sale then Jon would make it right,” McClung said. Along with the vacuum in car lots, McClung noticed a gap in customer demand. “People started coming in, asking if we knew anybody selling cars up here,” McClung said. With a capitalistic nod to the demand, McClung opened a used-car lot in front of the shop, using U.S. 24 as a billboard to alert drivers to the inventory. Business took off. “I couldn’t keep up,” he said. But it’s not easy finding a used-car salesman, one that doesn’t exhibit all those bad traits, true or not, that are associated with people who sell pre-owned vehicles. “It took quite a while to find a man of

integrity to take care of my friends in my absence,” McClung said. The new guy, David McNeese, knows cars. A Woodland Park resident, McNeese sold new and used cars in Colorado Springs. “I was just frustrated down there – it’s a lot of smoke and mirrors,” McNeese said. He met McClung at the gym. “Talking with Mac, I realized that he did business differently,” McNeese said. All cars are given the required safety checks but if a vehicle is found to be unsafe, it goes to the auction rather than to the lot at Bad Rock. “We either repair the car or we don’t repair it and get rid of it,” McNeese said. Granted, not all repairs are caught at the shop but each comes with a threemonth warranty. “That makes it so nice because you’re not sitting here holding your breath when they drive off,” McNeese said. “Now I can sell a car, see the people at the grocery store and smile and laugh and talk.” Cars purchased at Bad Rock have no handling fee attached and the history of each is checked through CarFax. “CarFax pulls non-personal information on vehicles and what repairs have been done, if the car has been in an accident and how many owners it’s had, for instance,” McClung said. McClung started the auto repair shop 12 years ago and today has seven employees.

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OBITUARY Verlene Ulibarri of Florissant, Colorado parted from our Earth on Dec 14, 2015. After 11 years she lost her battle with kidney disease. She is survived by her loving husband Raymond Ulibarri and 4 remaining children, Robert Miller, Deanna Ferguson, Michelle Miller and Renae Ulibarri. Her funeral services will be held on Jan 9th, 2016 at 3pm at Central Seventh Day Adventist Church 1305 N. Union Blvd Colorado Springs CO 80909. Please come join her family and friends in a celebration of her life.

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Theresa Springer with CUSP managed the three-week project that was a race for time before the ground started freezing. “We worked really fast,” she said. “We just did it ourselves because no county association would come in and help.” Higinbotham considers CUSP to be angels with shovels, technology and the power to write successful grants to the federal government. Like Stults, Higinbotham has experienced huge upheavals in her life since the fire in 2012 when she was evacuated for weeks and then nearly flooded that same summer. For that project, NRCS, headed by Leon Kot, stepped in to help. “They dug out the sediment but then it filled in again,” Higinbotham said. “When the trees burned there’s nothing to hold the erosion; the ground cover hasn’t grown in strong enough to prevent the erosion so with a lot of rainfall sediment is just going to keep coming down – mountains want to be plains because of gravity.” For now, Higinbotham and the Stultses await word of a more permanent solution that will help them. With each new storm, their lives in Fitz and Wellington gulches remain perilous.

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a recent investment by Ray Dalio, the billionaire founder of investment management company Bridgewater Associates, as reported by Motley Fool stock market website. TheStreet.com website recommends Newmont stock as a hold based on mixed results recently. TheStreet’s ratings team applauded Newmont’s strong revenue growth, which jumped 16.4 percent, year-over-year last quarter, and surpassed the industry average. But it noted Newmont’s earnings per share dropped 9.5 percent, year-over-year. As for AngloGold, it had been working with Randgold, a South Africanbased mining company to redevelop the Obuasi gold mine. In a news release posted on its website, AngloGold said Randgold terminated the joint venture, which was announced in September. Under the joint agreement, Randgold was to be the lead partner and fund a development plan to rebuild the mine. AngloGold’s stock surged 4.4 percent to $7.10 per share on the New York Stock Exchange immediately after the news. Randgold blamed the breakup on the failure of the proposed mining project to “meet Randgold’s investment criteria.”

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The AngloGold release said the companies had failed to secure “an appropriate set of consents from the government of Ghana” to proceed with the Obuasi project. “We have made a concerted effort to unlock a new opportunity for Obuasi, and the work we have done lays a good foundation for the operation in the long term,” said Srinivasan Venkatakrishnan, AngloGold Ashanti chief executive officer. “But in the current environment, we believe it is prudent to conserve our resources and to revisit this opportunity when market conditions improve.” Obuasi is located in the Ashanti region of Ghana, 200 miles northwest of the capital Accra. In its 2014 annual report, AngloGold described it as a large, highgrade deposit with proven and probable ore reserves. AngloGold Ashanti has 19 gold mining operations in nine countries, as well as several exploration programs in both the established and new gold-producing regions of the world. It sold the Cripple Creek & Victor mine to Newmont in August for $820 million. But AngloGold still receives a 2.5 percent royalty on future gold production from the CC&V.

Kayle Higinbotham is among the victims of the Waldo Canyon Fire and the subsequent flooding. Higinbotham is pictured on her property in Wellington Gulch in Chipita Park. //Photo by Pat Hill /The Courier

New Year’s Eve wreck claims two WP lives By Courier staff Woodland Park natives Nick Bauer and Alec Lane, who became best friends after they met at Woodland Park High School in 2008, died in a headon wreck in Colorado Springs on Dec. 31. The men were roommates in a Colorado Springs apartment and worked together at Tech Center Service on Rockrimmon Boulevard. “Alec worked here for almost a year,” said Randy Silva, owner of the auto repair business. “Nick was going to school and wanted to spend all his time Nick Bauer //Courtesy photo Alec Lane //Courtesy photo here getting experience. They were best friends.” They died on the morning of Dec. 31, Colorado Springs Police said, when the red Honda Civic they dents of Divide. were in sped out of control on Austin Bluffs Parkway east At least one of the victims in the Honda was ejected. of the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, crossed The passengers in the Jeep were wearing seatbelts, over into oncoming traffic and hit a car carrying two resiwere treated at a hospital and released.

Resolve to sign up and get your GED in 2016 By Pat Hill pathill@yourpeaknews.com It’s time for New Year’s resolutions anf the staff at Community Partnership has a big idea. “Enrolling in a GED (General Education Development) takes confidence; people are hesitant because it’s been so long since they’ve had to read or think,” said Katy Conlin, the partnership’s adult education coordinator. Enrolling in the GED program is a good way to begin 2016. And don’t be afraid to return to the classroom. “What we’ve learned is that once you’re in and using your brain again, the semester goes really quick,” Conlin said. For Conlin and the GED teacher, Danika Danker, the rewards are in the payoff. “We’ve had three students graduate this month and two more ex-

pected in January,” Conlin said. “It’s been a fun semester because the students are motivated.” One of the graduates, Kinsey Dieck, 20, who dropped out of Woodland Park High School four years ago, jumped on the chance to earn a diploma. For her, the partnership’s offer of free child care was the clincher. “I came across the program just randomly,” she said. “I was going to start studying for the test on my own – my mom gave me a book. But I needed somebody to take care of my children.” In just three months, Dieck earned her high-school diploma, taking four tests, math, language arts, science and social studies, on the computer, a Colorado requirement for the past two years. With two children, Braxton, 4, and Skyler, 2, Dieck plans to be a stayat-home mom for the time being. Her husband, Brock Dieck, is in law enforcement. The partnership holds six classes a week throughout the county, in Cripple Creek, Divide and Woodland Park. They are held mornings, afternoons and eve-

nings to accommodate schedules. “There are a lot of jobs in our county that are not on a consistent schedule,” Conlin said. “Anyone can go to any class at any time.” To encourage students to continue their education, Conlin and Danker introduce the idea of higher education with a field trip to Pikes Peak Community College. Over the years, the students have ranged in age from 16 to 60. If Spanish is the native language, Danker, who is bilingual, accommodates. “I’ve taught the GED in Spanish before, in Flagstaff, Ariz.,” she said. Since the program started in 2006, 220 Teller County residents have earned the equivalent of a high school diploma through the Community Partnership. “I think the hardest thing about the GED is all the life that happens inside and outside of class,” Danker said. Registration and orientation for the next semester, January through May, is held at all six locations from Jan. 4-7. Tuition for the semester is $37.50, which includes the testing. For information, call Conlin at 686-0705.

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Christmas brings special gift: award for work building community PIKES PEAK BILL Bill Vogrin billvogrin@yourpeaknews.com

A few days before Christmas, I got a call from a friend in Colorado Springs who asked me to drop by his office. It was Dave Munger, executive director of the Council of Neighbors and Organizations, or CONO. CONO is one of those great organizations that exists to make the world a better place. In CONO’s case, that means building communities by improving individual neighborhoods. Its work stretches across the Pikes Peak region from the Palmer Divide to the towns up Ute Pass and across Teller County. CONO is a nonprofit that serves as an umbrella group for all manner of neighborhood organizations and homeowners associations. Dave has been overseeing CONO for about eight years now, carrying on the work of predecessors like Jan Doran, who built CONO into a powerful voice for neighborhoods in the Pikes Peak region. I’ve long admired Jan and Dave and others at CONO who work at the grassroots level of our communities, our neighborhoods, and try to make life better by giving voice to otherwise anonymous residents who otherwise would get trampled by development or ignored by bureaucrats in their desires for peace and quiet and safe places for their kids to play. They are optimistic and passionate and determined and I think they make a big difference in the quality of life in our neighborhoods. I’ve always been impressed at how much of themselves they give to absolute strangers, attending meetings day and night to intervene in neighborhood squabbles, to help fledgling neighborhood groups organize and to speak up at public hearings on behalf of neighborhoods. Dave is fond of sharing his vision of CONO. And he really believes it when he says neighborhoods are the

building blocks of cities and counties, and the basic unit of democracy. CONO’s mission is to protect and preserve neighborhoods within the Pikes Peak region. He believes in educating residents, helping them and encouraging them to create strong, tolerant and diverse communities. One of the major thrusts of CONO’s work over the years is to aid neighborhoods in working with government and public and private organizations to strengthen the public process. I figured Dave called because he had an idea for a story about CONO’s work in the Tri-Lakes area. But that wasn’t why Dave wanted to see me at all. Turns out, we are members of a mutual admiration society. Dave admires the work I’ve done the past 20 years or so in the region as a journalist, fighting City Hall on behalf of the underdogs. He likes how I’ve used my writing to defend neighbors from bullies either living next door or running the community homeowners association. And how I’ve given a voice to those who feel ignored, like the folks trying to sound a warning about a methadone dispensary that was about to open across from a park and near schools in downtown Monument. Or how I trumpet groups like Grow Smart Monument and encourage them to get involved and make a difference in their local government to improve the quality of life for all. Dave is such a fan he honored me with a beautiful engraved crystal statue, engraved with my name and the title “2015 Neighborhood Champion.” I was stunned when I opened the box and took out the statue and heard the things Dave said as he announced that I was CONO’s “first recipient of the Neighborhood Champion award.” He credited my “dedicated interest as a journalist in improving our community, and his awareness that neighborhoods are an important key to healthy community life.” In addition, he praised my work for recognizing neighborhoods as an important key to healthy community life. CONO, he said, appreciated my work as a watchdog on behalf of neighbors. “Bill has always been alert to the good things that neighbors do for each other and to the abuses that some misguided HOA officials and neighborhood residents have

CONO, a nonprofit community organization, recognized me this Christmas for my work giving a voice to the region. //Photo by Bill Vogrin occasionally inflicted on their fellow residents,” he said. “Thanks to Bill’s timely, honest and perceptive reporting, most of the onerous behavior has been quickly corrected. “We are grateful for his willingness to act on his understanding that the way we treat each other should always be based on fairness, compassion and common sense.” Over the years, I’ve won a lot of awards. It’s nice to win. But I always said I didn’t get into this business to win awards. I want to help people with my writing. I’ve tried, over the years, to shine a light on injustice. Help out widows whose homes are threatened by landslides. Get wheelchair ramps built for elderly neighbors. Convince city government to install a guardrail on a dangerous curve in a vulnerable neighborhood. Win long-overdue recognition for blacks who overcame extreme racism to become champions in baseball and in life. The gratitude of readers has sustained me and encouraged me all these years. But I gotta admit, the CONO award is special. It means I must be doing something right. I am really proud and grateful for the recognition from Dave and CONO. And it makes me even more determined to keep fighting, to keep building community with my words. So thanks, Dave, and CONO. I deeply appreciate the honor.

Ice-fishing idiot’s column comes in from the cold ROCKY MOUNTAIN RICH Rich Tosches

You’ve got to be a real idiot to go ice fishing. A moron. An imbecile. You’ve really got to be a jackass to plop your buttocks onto an upside-down bucket on a frozen lake, staring for hours down a hole in the ice -- a jerk on one end of the line waiting for a jerk on the other end. You really have to be a dimwit. A buffoon. I go about twice a week. Eleven Mile Reservoir is the place, the frigid temperatures and howling Rocky Mountain wind combining to make a typical day on the ice seem colder than Donald Trump’s heart. (That was, of course, just a joke. If I offended any of you loyal Trump supporters I sincerely apologize. Not just to you, but also to the 114 cats that live with you in the trailer that has a “Protected By Smith & Wesson” window

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sticker, like someone would actually want to break in.) Anyway, I often go on these ice-fishing adventures alone, as most of my friends have real jobs, families and actual lives and cannot get away as often as someone like me, who does not have what you would call a “real job” and spends his time “puttering” around the house and “eating tomato soup, cold, right out of the can, without a spoon.” Frankly, if it weren’t for having to rinse out the drinking straw and scrape the hundreds of spitballs off the TV screen after each appearance by Mr. Trump, I wouldn’t have any life at all. Here many of you – my loyal and devoted readers, friends really, who followed me in the Colorado Springs Gazelle, the Independent, the Rocky Mountain News and the Denver Post – are now asking: “So, Roger, what happened to the ice fishing column you seemed to be writing a long time ago?” Good point. Here’s how it works. I leave in the predawn darkness, stopping at the Donut Mill in Woodland Park for a reasonably sized chocolate donut that, according to nutritionists, contains roughly 12.8 million calories. And an extra large coffee. After the ensuing 15-20 frantic restroom stops, I arrive at the reservoir and drag my ice fishing equipment out onto the ice. This includes several fishing rods that – trust me here

– fit perfectly down the holes you’ve drilled when you accidentally kick them just right. I also have a lightweight tent-like ice shelter that, like Donald Trump in church, breaks wind. As a bonus, at the end of the day when you remove the last ice anchor, the $250 tent generally blows away and you get to see it, through binoculars, as it picks up speed and goes over the dam. Have I mentioned the cold? Once, my lovely wife, Susie, gave ice fishing a try. When we arrived at Eleven Mile, the thermometer thing in my truck said it was 22 degrees below zero. I am not kidding. I said we should give it a try anyway and out she went, the little trooper, for five hours on the ice. That was 12 years ago. She hasn’t ever gone again and she gets a creepy, Satanic look in her eyes when I even mention ice fishing. Anyway, after drilling a few holes with a gas-powered auger, you lower a lure or a mealworm, stare down the hole and wait. And if you’re a real fisherman, you cling hard to the belief that maybe one day, when the moon is waning and the barometric pressure is steady and the stars are aligned just so, the unimaginable will happen. That’s right. Your wife will speak to you again.

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‘Civilization jihad’ threatens to sabotage America from within To the Editor,

Midge Harbour discovered her innate artistic talent while living her last days at the nursing home. She had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. //Courtesy photo /The Courier

RESTLESS NATIVE Rob Carrigan robcarrigan@yourpeaknews.com

Longtime Courier columnist Midge Harbour, born June 19, 1922, in Denver, and passed from this life Dec. 16, 2015, was always an interesting character. Because of my strong interest in history, and gold mining, I had encountered “Midge” stories even before I started working at the Courier in 1997. One of my favorites, even today, is her account of Gottlieb Fluhmann, the tiny immigrant from Switzerland who was murdered in the Puma Hills above Lake George in 1892. “Fluhmann was a small stocky man, scarcely 5’4” tall, and was subjected to much ridicule because of his height and broken English,” Midge wrote in her 1982 book “The Tarryall Mountains and the Puma Hills: A History.” She attributed Fluhmann’s death to Ben Ratcliff, and his legendary temper. But his relatives tell me he didn’t do it. Regardless, fate did collect Ratcliff for killing three school board members on May, 6, 1895. His children were again the catalyst for his dangerous temper, and he unleashed his fury when he learned they were having a special meeting to discuss them. He rode up to schoolhouse, dismounted, and walked in, shooting Samuel Taylor, Lincoln McCurdy, and George Wyatt. He later turned himself in to the sheriff at Como, was tried, convicted and later hanged at the Colorado State Penitentiary in Canon City. Midge was still writing her weekly column for us then, and still somewhat controversial, but always stretched out a good yarn, whether it was about the neighbor’s chicken dinner in the Lake George area, or some forgotten bit of history in the Puma Hills. Her husband, Frank, had his own legacy, having been superin-

tendent of Woodland Park Schools for 20 years and and postmaster in Wooodland Park for another 20. He had stories of his own, recalled in an interview conducted by April A. Bernard on June 9, 2005, with Frank and Midge Harbour at their home in Colorado Springs. Frank was just about to celebrate his 101st birthday on July 22. Midge remembered how she started writing for the Courier, after a one-year stint writing for the Fairplay Flume and Park County Republican. “Well, in 1981, I guess it was, after I’d written for almost a year, the Ute Pass Courier called and said: “Is there any way you could send us a copy of what you’re writing for The Flume because most everybody down at our end of the country is taking the Courier.” And so I said “Sure.” And they said: “We’ll pay you $10 each.” So I told The Flume $10 and they said: “Well that’s cheap enough.” So I was getting $20 a week. She continued writing for the Courier for the next 25 years, or so. On April 30, 1977, Midge and Frank married and moved to Harbour Valley Ranch. Midge wrote a weekly newspaper column for those years, in the Flume and Courier, and authored “The Tarryall Mountains and the Puma Hills.” The book is a history about the beloved area she called home, Tarryall. Midge was also skilled at painting and created many paintings of local landscapes. In her recent years she continued painting pictures, some of which were donated to Memories in the Making, for fundraising. Her achievements also included starting a rare coin dealership which eventually grew to be one of the largest coin shops in the Denver area at the time. During World War II, she worked as a secretary in Washington D.C. for the Department of Defense. She was active in The Help U Club & TriDelt. She ran for Park County commissioner (and came very close to winning). She was one of the leaders in the successful campaign to Save the Tarryall. She is survived by her son Greg Lewis, his wife Laura, stepson Dan Harbour and his wife Patty, Granddaughters Dawnette Diltz Lessenden, her husband Travis; Amanda Diltz; grandsons – Todd Lewis, his wife Amy, Scot Chadwick and his wife, Stacie.

Western civilization has been under attack by the forces of Islamic jihad for many centuries, but in 1928, after its caliphate had been abolished, it was reconstituted in the form of the Muslim Brotherhood. In the wake of the savage jihadi attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, it’s natural that Americans are fearful that frequent mass shootings and bombings by Islamists determined to reestablish a caliphate will become common. Although these attacks may well continue, as undetectable sleeper cells are activated, there’s an equally insidious threat that has silently put down virulent roots in our nation. According to the Center for Security Policy’s 2010 Team B report, “Shariah, The Threat to America,” the most nefarious, long-term threat is what the Muslim Brotherhood calls “civilization jihad.” This is a pre-violent form of jihad, which according to the totalitarian ideology of Shariah, is a vital phase within the overall architecture of jihad, whose goal is global supremacy. Civilization jihad is best characterized by a 1991 document titled “An Explanatory Memorandum: On the General Strategic Goal of the Group,” by Mohamed Akram, a senior Hamas leader in the U.S., and a member of the board of directors for the Muslim Brotherhood in North America. The memo describes a “settlement process,” as a “grand jihad in eliminating and destroying the Western civilization from within and ‘sabotaging’ its miserable house by their hands and the hands of the believers so that it is eliminated.” Civilization jihad is the early stage of jihad which eschews violence only as a matter of tactical expedience. It is a form of political and psychological warfare that features a multi-tiered system of cultural subversion, the co-opting of liberal, anti-nationalist minded political leaders, and the adroit manipulation of propaganda and media, with the goal of incrementally insinuating Shariah into Western societies. It is critical to remember that the goal of civilization jihad and the violent form of jihad are identical: That is, the subjugation of Dar al-Harb (the “House of War,” or the non-Muslim world) to Shariah, with the goal of the non-Muslim population being dominated by Dar al-Islam, or the House of Islam. If you think our leaders are unlikely to lend their support to the cause of civilization jihad, just listen to Attorney General Loretta Lynch, who, in the aftermath of the barbaric terrorist attack in San Bernardino, said her “greatest fear” is the “incredibly disturbing rise of anti-Muslim rhetoric,” not, apparently, the malevolent totalitarian aspirations of Islamists who have vowed to bring America to its knees. Sincerely, Philip Mella Woodland Park

Ute Pass resembled Idaho in the 1890s with all the potato farms CABOOSE COBWEBS Mel McFarland

I knew that potatoes were a big crop up in the upper Ute Pass area in the 1920’s and 1930’s. But a story I read recently goes back to that area in the 1890’s when Cripple Creek was getting started. A Colorado Springs newspaper got really upset that Divide seemed to be getting all the credit when the area east of the mountains was also producing a major crop of spuds!

One of the largest farms producing potatoes was south of Divide. This farm had 66 acres in spuds in good soil. The crop did well without irrigation. The farm raised a variety called “Ohio” with an output of 150 tons in October 1898. Their average size was about four pounds to the potato. Some of the spuds were shipped, but most were being put into storage for sale later in the winter. It was pointed out that a few other farms were producing similar crops throughout the area as far away as Monument and Fountain. The story had another interesting aspect: “People of this city who have grown tired of scenery and who wish to see something of the more material things of life.” It sounds a bit of a change from the usual, and asks the readers to take an interest in our farming and ranching potential. The reader is directed to our farms to see the fine Holstein and Jersey cows that also populate the area! There were many fine herds in the area producing hun-

dreds of gallons of fresh milk every day. Milk was another important crop in Ute Pass. This story directs the reader to look other than to the mountains to see what this area has to offer. Most of the active agriculture was east and southeast of Colorado Springs, with a well known area to the north. In addition to a potato crop in the upper Ute Pass, we have a long history of other crops. A hundred years ago there were huge crops of lettuce being shipped to as far as Chicago. A trip down the railroad in the fall, a passenger here would see model farms and ranches, on a variety of scales. Large and small fields lined the valleys all the way to Woodland Park. They might see corn being cut, or hay being loaded in stacks, in preparation for winter use. It is interesting to note how different the area has become. Yet if you look, you can see a few buildings in the area, signs of our past.

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Guard against disease-carrying bushy-tailed woodrats NATURE OF TELLER Mark J. Platten

There are six species of woodrats, also known as pack rats or trade rats, in Colorado, but just one is found in Teller County: the bushy-tailed woodrat (Neotoma cinerea). And now is a good time to think about sealing your property against these disease-carrying rodents. Woodrats are the largest of the six species, growing up to 16 inches (including their tail) and weighing 11 ounces! They are easy to recognize with their flat, hairy tails, long, full whiskers, large hairless ears, protruding eyes and size. As the name implies, they tend to pack away small objects such as jewelry, utensils, can tabs, and other items. If a woodrat finds something desirable, it will drop what they are currently carrying, and “trade” it for the new item. They are particularly fond of shiny objects, leading to tales of rats swapping jewelry for stones. The cold and snow may drive them from their more exposed homes, to under our porches, abandoned vehicles, or in sparsely used cabins and campers. Obviously this can lead to damage and nuisance issues. They breed from January to August, mostly between March and June. Generally they have one litter per year,

although two have been observed in longer periods of warmth. Litter size ranging from 1 to 6, with an average of four. Bushy-tailed woodrats are primarily nocturnal and are most active during the half-hour after sunset and at dawn, year-round. They inhabit areas from sea level to 14,110 feet and are most often associated with high mountain habitats. They primarily associate with ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, spruce, and quaking aspen forests … in other words, Teller County! Shelter and topography are important determinants of habitat suitability. The availability of rock shelters may be a more important than the associated plant communities. Hollow trees, logs, dwarf mistletoe brooms, and coarse woody debris may also be used for denning, foraging, and shelter. And, as previously mentioned, human structures and vehicles may be used as well. Bushy-tailed woodrats are herbivores with a broad, flexible diet including cones and needles of coniferous trees, berries, leaves, shrubs, forbs, and mushrooms during our wet years. They are classified as nongame animals in Colorado, which means they are protected from harassment, killing, or possession except when they are creating a nuisance or damaging property. Woodrats can transmit certain diseases, including Colorado Tick Fever. But they rarely, if ever, are associated with plague or hantavirus. Dead or dying woodrats should not be handled. Since they are agile climbers, all entrances to buildings, including those at the attic level, must be closed. Also check for openings in attic vents, broken roof shingles, or

gaps next to the eaves. Seal any hole larger than 1/2 inch. Baits formulated for rats and house mice give effective woodrat control. Finely ground, or meal-type, anticoagulant baits are recommended. Since woodrats have a tendency to pack away items, pellet bait should be avoided because it likely will be stored at the nest site. Put the bait in open containers because woodrats tend to fill boxes with sticks and debris. But be careful not to leave it where pets and children might find it. Cover a bait tray with a wooden crate, for example, limiting access by pets. Most woodrat problems in structures can be dealt with by using traps because they show little fear of new objects. Standard snap traps are quite effective. Trap bait should be wedged into, or tied, to the treadle. Good baits include nut meats, bacon rind, peanut butter and oatmeal, prunes, raisins and other dried fruit, and biscuits. Cage traps for woodrats violate Department of Parks and Wildlife regulations. Also, many studies have shown that animals released into new areas often die from exposure, predation, or competition with resident animals. References: University of California, Dept. of Wildlife, Fisheries and Conservation Biology, Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife, Montana Field Guide, and USFS Rocky Mountain Research Station.

State University Extension director for Teller County. Extension programs include Colorado Master Gardeners, 4-H, Native Plant Masters, Agriculture, and Natural Resources. Mark can be reached at 686-7961 or mark. plattten@colostate.edu

Teller County building team is small and busy group TALKING BUILDING Terry Brunette

It has been a busy year for construction in unincorporated Teller County. New home starts are up 12 percent from 2014. Our inspection team has performed 5,730 inspections as of Dec. 15. And our inspectors have driven countless miles to perform their jobs. In addition to the work that entails, we are currently in the process of reviewing the International Codes. The codes are updated every three years. We are currently inspecting based on 2009 codes. So we are gearing up to adopt the 2015 Codes (with our local amendments) in the fall of next

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year. For a small Building Department, that represents a large amount of work. As someone who came here in March from a building department with 60 inspectors and over 100 employees, I’ve been surprised to see what this small group can accomplish. I couldn’t be more proud of all my colleagues in Community Development Services. And this is a good time for me to introduce our staff here at Community Development Services. Lynda Morgan is the director of the Community Development Services and manages our team. We have two customer service representatives who do terrific jobs. They are Charla Simonson, who is also a certified permit technician, and Corrine Christian, who has rejoined our team. Olya Sharanova has been with us 4 1/2 years as our only certified plan reviewer as well as the Board of Review secretary and front counter supervisor. Dan Williams joined our team as our planner. Joyce Shinault is the administrative assistant to the Planning Department. We have two combination building, plumbing and mechanical inspectors. Jim Harris recently celebrated his 10-year anniversary with us and is also a certified elevator inspector. Jim also performs septic system inspections as needed. Steve Fox joined us in July and is our second combination inspector. Dan Wilson recently celebrated his five-year anniversary as our only electrical inspector. Being such a small group it takes a lot of teamwork to serve the diverse group of people that make Teller County their home. And we wish everyone a Happy New Year.

Terry Brunette is the building official for the Teller County Building Department.

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Get healthy in 2016 with a new exercise program FIT AND HEALTHY Cord Prettyman cordprettyman@msn.com

Editor’s note: This is the first of a four-part series. There are three constants you can count on from the world of health and fitness in 2016. First: The debate will continue to rage among researchers about the importance of body weight, with the answer depending on who is funding the research. Second: Regardless whether you are overweight or underweight, sick or healthy, young or old, researchers will consistently provide data demonstrating that regular exercise can improve the quality of your life. Third: A sedentary lifestyle will remain a primary risk factor for myriad disease processes. Here's the good news … the health and fitness benefits of exercise are front-end loaded. A moderate amount of exercise reaps the majority of the benefits. Numerous studies have demonstrated that the lower your fitness level, the greater your health benefits with any increase in activity. Research has consistently shown that regular exercise has a positive impact on heart disease, cancer, hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, high cholesterol, obesity, menopause, chronic pain, resistance to illness and injury, flexibility, balance, posture, mental health and overall quality of life.

The two biggest mistakes people make in starting an exercise program are setting unrealistic goals and doing “too much, too soon.” You didn’t get out of shape overnight and you’re not going to get “buff” overnight either. It’s important to set attainable short-term goals that err on the side of being conservative. Forget about getting into your high school cheerleading outfit or old football jersey and focus on improving your energy level, reducing your aches and pains and achieving a sense of well-being. If weight loss is one of your objectives, set a goal of losing no more than 10 percent of your existing weight. If you lose an average of a pound a week, you’re doing great! When it comes to your exercise routine, avoid the classic mistake of doing “too much, too soon.” Getting in shape is like eating an elephant … you can only do it one bite at a time. Here’s a physical activity readiness questionnaire from the American College of Sports Medicine to help you determine your suitability for beginning an exercise routine:

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Are kids gravitating away from football due to concussion concerns? FROM THE SIDELINES Danny Summers dannysummers@yourpeaknews.com

In a span of a few months, Joe DeCoud suffered two football-related concussions during his sophomore year at Lewis-Palmer High School. That was enough to prompt his parents to put an end to their son’s football career. “My dad was a doctor and he said it would be smart if I played basketball my last two years of high school,” said DeCoud, who was a quarterback and tight end, and also a member of the special teams. “It was probably smart for me to stop playing. But looking back on it, I wish I would have played because I really liked football.” On Christmas Day, the movie “Concussion,” starring Will Smith, was released in movie houses nationwide. Smith plays Dr. Bennet Omalu, the forensic pathologist who fought against efforts by National Football League to suppress his research on the brain damage suffered by professional football players. The film also stars Alec Baldwin, Albert Brooks, Luke Wilson and Gugu Mbatha-Raw. Smith was on the cover of the Dec. 28 issue of Sports

Illustrated. “The fact that it’s a movie it will get a lot of exposure, and Will Smith is always good,” DeCoud said “If it’s true, I’m sure it will have an impact.” While DeCoud had another sport to fall back on, other kids seem to avoid football completely at young ages and choose sports that are seemingly safer to play. “We get a lot of ‘em that quit football, for sure,” said Woodland Park football coach Joe Roskam, who also runs Panther Football Club, a youth organization in Teller County. “A lot of parents want their kids to play soccer.” While statistics indicate that fewer kids are playing tackle football nationally, at least two high school soccer coaches in our region say that they have not witnessed any growth in their programs as a result of kids choosing to not play football. “I haven’t seen any correlation,” said long-time Woodland Park soccer coach Andrew Pappadakis. Added Discovery Canyon soccer coach Flavio Mazzetti, who also runs the Corinthians soccer club: “If anything, I think fewer kids are playing soccer.” So if soccer is not seeing growth, what sports are kids playing? “Maybe they’re playing lacrosse?” Roskam said. Not every kid who decides to stop playing football does so because of the risk injury. Some decide to become onesport athletes. Jonathan Scott was a wide receiver for Lewis-Palmer through his sophomore year, but quit to focus on basketball. Paul Tillotson was Lewis-Palmer’s starting quar-

terback as a sophomore, but quit to focus on baseball. In November, he signed a scholarship with the University of Nebraska. I don’t believe most Americans needed a movie like “Concussion” to drill home the point that head injuries are more common in football than with any other team sport. One can argue that concussions are more common in football in large part because helmets are basically weapons on the field. There is no way one player could hit another player with nearly as much force if a helmet was not involved. “You see the way rugby players tackle each other and you hardly ever see head injuries,” Pappadakis said. “That’s because they’re taught how to tackle properly.” The NFL has not denied the facts presented by “Concussion.” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell told reporters before the movie’s release the league is focused on making the game safer. “We have incredible progress that has been made, not only in rule changes, but also in what we saw today with materials and protection that will prevent these injuries from happening,” Goodell said. “From protocols that we implemented, research we are doing, coaching changes we have had, in taking certain (tackling) techniques out of the game. What you are seeing is an incredible amount of progress and real impact.” I would like to know how many parents in our communities steer their kids away from football due to concussion concerns. Shoot me an email. I would like to hear your story.

Faces to Follow Hannah Erickson, track and field, Western State Erickson, a Woodland Park High School alumnus, is in her junior year for the Western State track and field team in Gunnison. Erickson specializes in throws. While in high school, Erickson qualified for the state meet twice in the shot put and discus. Her younger brother, Hayden, won a state title in the shot put last spring. Her father, Chris, is the jumps coach for Woodland Park.

Jessica Neal, cheer, Ottawa University Neal, a 2015 Woodland Park graduate, is a freshman on the Ottawa University cheer team in Ottawa, Kansas. She was a cheerleader and sprinter for Woodland Park. In December 2014 Neal and her Woodland Park cheer teammates competed in the Colorado State Sprit Championships at the Denver Coliseum in the Class 5A-4A coed division, taking 20th among 40 schools. Neal was a co-captain on the team.

Skye Ciccarelli, basketball, Woodland Park Ciccarelli, a freshman, scored a team-high 19 points in the Panthers’ 8148 loss to Pueblo West on Dec. 21. The guard made 2 of 5 shots from beyond the three-point arc. He is averaging 19 points per game in his first five games. He is a transfer student from Japan.

Garrick named WP’s interim girls basketball coach Kris Kemp is on an indefinite leave of absence

By Danny Summers dannysummers@yourpeaknews.com Woodland Park High School principal Del Garrick has been named the interim coach of the girls’ basketball team. Garrick took over the team in mid-December after head coach Kris Kemp stepped away to deal with what Garrick described as “private personal matters.” “I’m the coach for as long as they need me,” Garrick said. “I’ll coach for a day or a month. Whatever it turns out to be.” Garrick, a 1988 Woodland Park graduate, took over the team Dec. 16 after Kemp asked for a leave of absence from her role as coach and physical education teacher. “We’re just kind of playing this day by day, week by week, hoping that coach Kemp gets back,” Garrick said. Garrick has a wealth of coaching experience at the high school level. He was a boys’ varsity basketball coach in Washington for eight years prior to being hired at Woodland Park more than a decade ago. He was the school’s athletic director prior to becoming principal. When Kemp stepped away, Garrick said he sat down with Panthers athletic director Michael DeWall and district superintendent Jed Bowman to discuss the possibility of filling in as coach on an interim basis. “I needed to talk with my wife (Trecia) and see how she felt about it,” Garrick said with a smile. “She was fine with t so I said I’d do this for as long as they need me.” Garrick is getting help from Kemp’s two assistant coaches, Sara Martinez and Dab Ganoza. “They are great,” Garrick said. “They felt it was best for

Woodland Park High School girls basketball coach Kris Kemp, in black jacket, is on an indefinite leave of absence. Woodland Park principal Del Garrick, not pictured, has been named the interim head coach. //Photo courtesy of Paul Magnuson

them to keep with what they are developing. They have been a big help.” Kemp’s departure came after a narrow, 47-43, loss to Coronado High in the Panthers’ home opener. Garrick coached his first game Dec. 18 at Discovery Canyon, a 54-29 Panthers’ loss. The team stands at 0-4 including two lopsided losses. Kemp has two daughters who play for the team: Abby, a junior, and Nikki, a freshman. They are averaging 6.3 and 8.8 points per game, respectively. Both girls remain on the team and have missed just one practice, according to Garrick. “Nikki is coachable beyond her age,” Garrick said. “Abby has leadership skills and she makes sure we’re all staying on the same page.” The Courier made several attempts to contact Kemp and DeWall regarding the situation, but they did not return phone calls or text messages. Kemp is in her second season as coach of the team. Last year’s squad began the campaign 10-4, but lost its final nine games to finish out of the playoff race. Expectations were high this season, but the team lost its first three games with Kemp as the coach. Garrick is prepared to coach the remainder of the season. The Panthers’ final regular season game is scheduled Feb. 18 at home against Mesa Ridge. “I want to keep the girls going positively with what they’ve been doing,” Garrick said. “The girls know this is a different circumstance and they’re doing a nice job. We have really good girls. Really good kids. So it’s easy to coach them.”

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CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0062

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0061

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 5, 2015, 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 Teller records.

Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies) Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies)

Date of Deed of Trust

DOUGLAS R IVEY ARGENT MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC. ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AMC2, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE November 09, 2006

Date of Deed of Trust

Donna L Egan, Patrick J Egan The Secretary of Veterans Affairs, an Officer of the United States of America, Successors/Assigns DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE VENDEE MORTGAGE TRUST 2008-1 August 15, 2006

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller November 21, 2006

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller August 29, 2006

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

600514 $141,600.00

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

597438 Book: n/a Page: $146,990.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$127,219.34

Outstanding Principal Balance

$135,287.75

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 42, INDIAN CREEK NO. 14, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO.

LOT 16, INDIAN CREEK NO. 14, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO.

Also known by street and number as: 1422 KIOWA ROAD, FLORISSANT, CO 80816.

Also known by street and number as: 312 Fossil Creek Rd, Florissant, CO 80816.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/03/2016, at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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 Last Publication Name of Publication

12/9/2015 1/6/2016 PIKES PEAK COURIER

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; IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication

12/9/2015 1/6/2016 PIKES PEAK COURIER

DATE: 10/05/2015

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 10/05/2015 Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

HOLLY DECKER #32647

SCOTT D TOEBBEN #19011

MEDVED DALE DECKER & DEERE, LLC 355 UNION BLVD., SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 15-049-28755 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.

RANDALL S MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 216 16TH STREET, SUITE 1210, DENVER, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710 Attorney File # 15CO00677-1 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.

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CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0064

CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0068

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On October 22, 2015, 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 Teller records.

On November 3, 2015, 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 Teller records.

Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies)

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Date of Deed of Trust

GINGER A POINT MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR AMERICAN MORTGAGE NETWORK, INC., A DELAWARE CORPORATION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION September 04, 2007

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller September 12, 2007

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

610682 $374,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance $337,451.04 ©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 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.

Teller April 03, 2008

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

616354 $162,705.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$162,323.73

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 62, HIGHLAND LAKES SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 3, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO.

THE N1/2 OF THE NE1/4 OF THE NE1/4 OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 12 SOUTH, RANGE 69 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M. LYING WESTERLY AND NORTHERLY OF COUNTY ROAD 25, EXCEPT ANY PORTION CONVEYED IN DEED RECORDED JUNE 24, 1993 IN BOOK 675, PAGE 346, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 4331 COUNTY RD 25, WOODLAND PARK, CO 80863. 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.

Also known by street and number as: 44 CHEESMAN LAKE CIRCLE, DIVIDE, CO 80814. 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, 03/02/2016, at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/17/2016, at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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 Last Publication Name of Publication

12/23/2015 1/20/2016 PIKES PEAK COURIER

1/6/2016 2/3/2016 PIKES PEAK COURIER

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;

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

First Publication Last Publication Name of Publication

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Date of Deed of Trust

JUDD LUCHENBILL MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR SECURITYNATIONAL MORTGAGE COMPANY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. March 26, 2008

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN SECTION 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN SECTION 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL, THE FEDERAL CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAU (CFPB), OR BOTH. THE FILING OF A COMPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. Colorado Attorney General 1300 Broadway, 10th Floor Denver, Colorado 80203 (800) 222-4444 www.coloradoattorneygeneral.gov

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 11/03/2015 Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

DATE: 10/22/2015 Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee

SUSAN HENDRICK #33196 KLATT, AUGUSTINE, SAYER, TREINEN & RASTEDE, P.C. 9745 E HAMPDEN AVE., SUITE 400, DENVER, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO150256 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.

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MARCELLO ROJAS #46396 KLATT, AUGUSTINE, SAYER, TREINEN & RASTEDE, P.C. 9745 E HAMPDEN AVE., SUITE 400, DENVER, CO 80231 (303) 353-2965 Attorney File # CO150263 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.

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COMBINED NOTICE - AMENDED - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-803(6) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0046

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0036

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On July 28, 2015, 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 Teller records.

On June 12, 2015, 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 Teller records.

Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies)

Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies) Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Date of Deed of Trust

JAMES C SMITH AND ANNETTE M SMITH COMPASS BANK RREF CB SBL II-CO, LLC January 23, 2009

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller February 06, 2009

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

623979 $184,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$240,625.70

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Date of Deed of Trust

SUSAN D LEONIS MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR EVOLVE BANK & TRUST, A ARKANSAS BANKING CORPORATION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. February 23, 2012

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller March 01, 2012

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

651155 $167,334.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$161,031.19

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT 'A' AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH.

LOTS 902, 904, 1001, AND 1002, TRANQUIL ACRES ADDITION NO. 2, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO

Also known by street and number as: 111, 113, 115 NORTH 4TH STREET, VICTOR, CO 80863.

Also known by street and number as: 173 IRIS RD, WOODLAND PARK, CO 80863. 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. The original Sale Date was scheduled for November 18, 2015 but was deferred pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 38-38-801 et seq. The deferment period has been terminated or ended and the Sale may now proceed according to law.

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, 02/17/2016 the date to which the sale has been continued pursuant to C.R.S. 38-38-103(2)(a), at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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. Amended First Publication 12/30/2015 Amended Last Publication 1/27/2016 Name of Publication PIKES PEAK COURIER

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 02/17/2016 (formerly scheduled for November 18, 2015 and continued for deferment) , at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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 of Notice of Deferred Sale 12/30/2015 Last Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale 1/27/2016 Name of Publication PIKES PEAK COURIER

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;

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 12/21/2015 Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JEREMY D PECK #36588

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

KUTAK ROCK LLP 1801 CALIFORNIA STREET, SUITE 3000, DENVER, CO 80202-2626 (303) 297-2400 Attorney File # 4837-7818-29421 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.

ERIN ROBSON #46557 MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP 1770 4TH AVENUE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-15-668218-JS 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.

300_1230/0127*5 COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0065 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 19, 2015, 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 Teller records. Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies)

Date of Deed of Trust

HEATHER M NELSON MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR GN MORTGAGE, LLC WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE TO LEHMAN XS TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-7 January 26, 2006

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller January 31, 2006

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount ©Public Trustees' Association Outstanding Principal Balance of Colorado Revised 1/2015

589983 $107,200.00

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

©Public Trustees' Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

$111,748.80

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 4, RAINBOW VALLEY UNIT 9, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1821 CALCITE DR, DIVIDE, CO 80814. 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, 02/17/2016, at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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 Last Publication Name of Publication

12/30/2015 1/27/2016 PIKES PEAK COURIER

Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 10/19/2015 Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 9696.100466.F01 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.

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COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2015-0066 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On October 26, 2015, 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 Teller records. Original Grantor(s) Original Beneficiary(ies) Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Date of Deed of Trust

CARL E SMITH AND MARGARITA A SMITH EQUISHARE CREDIT UNION EQUISHARE CREDIT UNION April 23, 2007

County of Recording Recording Date of Deed of Trust

Teller September 05, 2007

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) Original Principal Amount

610385 $504,154.78

Outstanding Principal Balance

$257,385.07

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. SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A Also known by street and number as: 2230 COUNTY ROAD 46, FLORISSANT, CO 80816. 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, 02/17/2016, at Teller County Courthouse, 101 W. Bennett Ave., Cripple Creek, CO 80813, 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 Last Publication Name of Publication

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Federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau P.O. Box 4503 Iowa City, Iowa 52244 (855) 411-2372 www.consumerfinance.gov

DATE: 10/26/2015 Robert W. Campbell, Public Trustee in and for the County of Teller, State of Colorado

By: Shirley A. Kint, Deputy Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: KENNETH E DAVIDSON #7596 KENNETH E DAVIDSON 305 MAIN STREET, SUITE A, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80911 (719) 390-7811 Attorney File # 334.15 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

303_1230/0127*5 DISTRICT COURT, TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO 101 W. Bennett Ave., P. O. Box 997, Cripple Creek, CO 80813 _________________________________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: KENNETH CHARLES BAUER, a/k/a KENNETH C. BAUER, a/k/a KENNETH BAUER, Deceased _________________________________________ Newman E. McAllister 121 S. Tejon St., Suite 900 Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Telephone Number: (719) 4734892 Fax Number: (719) 4734893 Email: nemlawcos@aol.com Atty. Reg. #: 601 Attorney for Personal Representative

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO §1512801, C.R.S. ESTATE OF KENNETH CHARLES BAUER, a/k/a KENNETH C. BAUER, a/k/a KENNETH BAUER, DECEASED Case No. 2015PR330057 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Teller County, Colorado, on or before April 25, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. M. Louise Bauer Personal Representative P. O. Box 6007 Woodland Park, CO 80866 Newman E. McAllister #601 INSTRUCTIONS TO NEWSPAPER: Attorney for Personal Representative

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NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110115

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110121

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110122

The said premises were for the year A.D. 2010, assessed and taxed in the name of CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC and the properties are currently assessed and taxed in the name of CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC.

To whom it may concern and to every person in actual possession or occupancy of the hereinafter described land, lots or premises, and to the person in whose name the same was taxed, and to all persons having an interest or title of record in or to the same, and particularly to:

CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC

CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC ROCKY MOUNTAIN GOLD INNOVATIONS, INC

7-15-69 10126 FORESIGHT EXC PT LYING S OF TRACT G OF THE IDLEWOOD MS

7-15-69 10126 PT FORESIGHT LYING S OF TRACT G OF THE IDLEWOOD MS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at a tax lien sale lawfully held on the 4th day of November A.D. 2011, the then County Treasurer of Teller County, State of Colorado, duly offered for delinquent taxes for the year 2010, the following described property, situated in County of Teller and State of Colorado, to-wit: 6/7-15-69 10777 ALAMEDA, LIBBY DELL, CARBONATE KING UND 2/10 INTEREST MS That, at said sale, said property was stricken off to and a tax lien sale certificate of purchase was duly issued therefore to CRIPPLE CREEK & VICTOR GOLD MINING CO, the present holder and legal owner thereof, who hath made request upon the Treasurer of Teller County for a deed, and that unless the same be redeemed on or before May 4, 2016, the said County Treasurer will issue a Treasurer’s deed therefore to said certificate holder. Dated at Cripple Creek, Teller County, Colorado, this 16th day of December, A.D. 2015.

That, at said sale, said property was stricken off to and a tax lien sale certificate of purchase was duly issued therefore to CRIPPLE CREEK & VICTOR GOLD MINING CO, the present holder and legal owner thereof, who hath made request upon the Treasurer of Teller County for a deed, and that unless the same be redeemed on or before May 4, 2016, the said County Treasurer will issue a Treasurer’s deed therefore to said certificate holder. Dated at Cripple Creek, Teller County, Colorado, this 16th day of December, A.D. 2015.

ROBERT W CAMPBELL, TREASURER TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO

First date of Publication: December 23, 2015 Second date of Publication: December 30, 2015 Third and last date of Publication: January 6, 2016

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110123

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110669

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110692

CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC ROCKY MOUNTAIN GOLD INNOVATIONS, INC

CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC

12-15-70 10814 PT ETTA CHAT LYING S OF THE S LINE OF GEORGIA 9587 MS

7-15-69 11607 ALMA MS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at a tax lien sale lawfully held on the 4th day of November A.D. 2011, the then County Treasurer of Teller County, State of Colorado, duly offered for delinquent taxes for the year 2010, the following described property, situated in County of Teller and State of Colorado, to-wit: 7-15-69 10000 PT VIRGINIUS EXC PT IN CONFLICT W/CNTY RD 821 AS DESC AT 626497 (UND 114/120 INT SR)(UND 34/120 INT MN) MS That, at said sale, said property was stricken off to and a tax lien sale certificate of purchase was duly issued therefore to CRIPPLE CREEK & VICTOR GOLD MINING CO, the present holder and legal owner thereof, who hath made request upon the Treasurer of Teller County for a deed, and that unless the same be redeemed on or before May 4, 2016, the said County Treasurer will issue a Treasurer’s deed therefore to said certificate holder. Dated at Cripple Creek, Teller County, Colorado, this 16th day of December, A.D. 2015.

ROBERT W CAMPBELL, TREASURER TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO

First date of Publication: December 23, 2015 Second date of Publication: December 30, 2015 Third and last date of Publication: January 6, 2016

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110693

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110800

NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER’S DEED TAX SALE CERTIFICATE OF PURCHASE NO. 20110802

The said premises were for the year A.D. 2010, assessed and taxed in the name of PROVIDENCE MINING CO and the properties are currently assessed and taxed in the name of PROVIDENCE MINING CO.

CALDERA RIM MINING CO, LLC ROCKY MOUNTAIN GOLD INNOVATIONS, INC

PROVIDENCE MINING CO ROCKY MOUNTAIN GOLD INNOVATIONS, INC PINNACOL ASSURANCE

7-15-69 10293 STUART, SUMPTER (10.07 AC MIN, 9.04 AC SUR) MS

7-15-69 9998 DEADWOOD 1 + 3 MS

Dated at Cripple Creek, Teller County, Colorado, this 16th day of December, A.D. 2015.

ROBERT W CAMPBELL, TREASURER TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO First date of Publication: December 23, 2015 Second date of Publication: December 30, 2015 Third and last date of Publication: January 6, 2016

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District Court Teller County, State of Colorado 101 West Bennett Ave., P.O. Box 997 Cripple Creek, CO 80813 Plaintiff: COLORADO MOUNTAIN ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. vs. Defendants: ROY VIRGIL VELASQUEZ and PAULINE E. MARTINEZ

Case Number: 15CV30069 Division: 11

Public Notice Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company, 100 North Third Street (P.O. Box 191) Victor, CO 80860, (719) 689-4080, has filed an application for an amendment to their Regular (112d) Designated Mining Reclamation Permit with the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Board under the provisions of the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Act. The proposed amendment is known as Amendment 11 to the Cresson Project and is located in the Cripple Creek Mining District predominantly in Township 15 South, Range 69 West, 6th Prime Meridian. The proposed amendment will commence as soon as all necessary permits are obtained and the proposed date of completion of all associated reclamation is 2041. The proposed future use of the land is livestock grazing and wildlife habitat. Additional information and tentative decision date may be obtained from the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, 1313 Sherman St, Room 21, Denver, Colorado 80203, (303) 866-3567, or at the Teller County Clerk and Recorder’s Office, Krystal Brown, County Clerk, 101 W. Bennett Avenue, PO Box 1010, Cripple Creek, CO 80813, (719) 689-2951. Anyone wishing to comment on the application may view the application at the locations listed above as well as the Woodland Park Public Library, 218 E. Midland Avenue, Woodland Park, CO 80863, (719) 689-9281; the Franklin Ferguson Memorial Library, 410 North B Street, Cripple Creek, CO 80813, (719) 689-2800; the Victor Public Library, 124 S. 3rd Street, Victor, CO 80860, (719) 689-201; the Florissant Public Library, 334 Circle Drive, Florissant, CO 80816, (719) 7483939; or the above named applicant.

SHERIFF'S AMENDED COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHTS TO CURE AND REDEEM

Sale No. 150504

Comments must be in writing and must be received by the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety by 4:00 P.M. on February 2, 2016. Under a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure entered September 28, 2015, in the Legal Notice No.: 933804 above entitled action, I am ordered to sell certain real property as follows: First Publication: December 23, 2015 Last Publication: January 13, 2016 Owner of real property subject to Foreclosure Roy Virgil Velasquez Publisher: Pikes Peak Courier View Decree Original Beneficiary of Foreclosure Decree Colorado Mountain Estates Property ORDINANCE NO. 201506 Owners Association, Inc. Current Holder of the Foreclosure Decree Colorado Mountain Estates Property A BILL FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2250 OF THE Owners Association, Inc. CRIPPLE CREEK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CITY COUNCIL COMPENSATION. Notice of Lis Pendens Date of Recording July 15, 2015 WHEREAS, the electors of the City of Cripple Creek, in 2003, approved a ballot Notice of Lis Pendens Reception Number 681018 question setting the compensation of the Mayor and members if the City Council at $500.00 per month and providing for automatic increases in such compensation based on Date of Foreclosure Decree September 28, 2015 the cost of living increases granted to City employees; and County of Jurisdiction Teller County Amount due when Judgment entered $4,787.49 WHEREAS, the Cripple Creek Municipal Code should reflect the adoption of the Amount due when Judgment entered $4,787.49 2003 ballot question described above; Real Property Description: LOTS 746 AND 747, COLORADO MOUNTAIN ESTATES FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO, also known by street Real Property Description: LOTS 746 AND 747, COLORADO MOUNTAIN ESTATES NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE and number as 102 and/or 158 Paint Pony, Florissant, Colorado 80816. Such real FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF TELLER, STATE OF COLORADO, also known by street CITY OF CRIPPLE CREEK, COLORADO, THAT: property is subject to the Covenants of the Plaintiff duly recorded on August 5, 1985 in and number as 102 and/or 158 Paint Pony, Florissant, Colorado 80816. Such real the Books and Records of Teller County, Colorado at Book 368, Page 588. property is subject to the Covenants of the Plaintiff duly recorded on August 5, 1985 in Section 1. Section 2250 of the Cripple Creek Municipal Code is hereby the Books and Records of Teller County, Colorado at Book 368, Page 588. amended to read as follows: THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DECREE OF THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE Sec. 2250. Compensation. DEFAULT JUDGMENT AND DECREE OF FORECLOSURE. PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DECREE OF DEFAULT JUDGMENT AND DECREE OF FORECLOSURE. (a) The Mayor and each Councilmember shall receive a salary THE LIEN OF THE DECREE OF DEFAULT JUDGMENT AND DECREE OF FORECLOSURE BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) per month for his or her services THE LIEN OF THE DECREE OF DEFAULT JUDGMENT AND DECREE OF st beginning January 1 , 2004. FORECLOSURE BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The covenants of Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants have been violated as follows: failure to make payments on said Declaration of Covenants when the same were due (b) Commencing with the first new terms following January The covenants of Plaintiff’s Declaration of Covenants have been violated as follows: and owing, and, accordingly, the Court has entered the subject Decree of Default 1st, 2004,the salaries of the Mayor and Councilmembers shall increase, failure to make payments on said Declaration of Covenants when the same were due Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure. without further action of the City Council, in an amount equal to the and owing, and, accordingly, the Court has entered the subject Decree of Default accumulated percentage cost of living increases granted to City employees Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure. NOTICE OF SALE during the preceding term. For example, if elected or reelected in November, 2015, the new Council wage will go into effect at the NOTICE OF SALE THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at 10:00 o’clock A.M., on beginning of the new term – January 1st, 2016 and run through the end of Thursday, the 11th day of February, 2016, in the Training Facility of the Teller County THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at 10:00 o’clock A.M., on the term December 31st, 2019. The look back period for the cost of living Sheriff’s Office, 11400 West Highway 24 Divide, CO 80814, sell to the highest and best Thursday, the 11th day of February, 2016, in the Training Facility of the Teller County increase for January 1st, 2016 would be the years 2012, 2013, 2014 and bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor Sheriff’s Office, 11400 West Highway 24 Divide, CO 80814, sell to the highest and best 2015. and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor therein, for the purpose of paying the bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor therein, for the purpose of paying the (c) If an individual, that has never been seated on the City Purchase, all as provided by law. judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Council before, is elected and seated, the new Council person will be paid Purchase, all as provided by law. at the same rate as the Council person they are replacing for November First Publication: December 16, 2015 and December of the current year. Their wage will be increased, along Last Publication: January 13, 2016 First Publication: December 16, 2015 with the other Council members that will serve for the next four years, on Name of Publication: Pike’s Peak Courier View Last Publication: January 13, 2016 January 1st when their official four year term begins. Name of Publication: Pike’s Peak Courier View NOTICE OF RIGHTS 306_1230/0106*2 NOTICE OF RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, WOODLAND PARK PLANNING COMMISSION OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, WOODLAND PARK CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO 220 W. SOUTH AVENUE, WOODLAND PARK, CO THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE REGULAR MEETING AGENDA AND PUBLIC NOTICE TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DECREE OF DEFAULT JUDGMENT AND THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT JANUARY 14, 2016 –7:00 PM DECREE OF FORECLOSURE BEING FORECLOSED BEING FORECLOSED. A TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DECREE OF DEFAULT JUDGMENT AND COPY OF THE STATUTES WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS ARE ATTACHED DECREE OF FORECLOSURE BEING FORECLOSED BEING FORECLOSED. A I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL WOODLAND PARK PLANNING COMMISSION HERETO. COPY OF THE STATUTES WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS ARE ATTACHED WOODLAND PARK CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE PURSUANT TO § 3838104, C.R.S., SHALL BE II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 220 W. SOUTH AVENUE, WOODLAND PARK, CO HERETO. FILED WITH THE SHERIFF AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO REGULAR MEETING AGENDA AND PUBLIC NOTICE THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS III.APPROVAL OF MINUTES – December 10, 2015 (A) JANUARY 14, 2016 –7:00 PM CONTINUED. IV. ELECTION OF OFFICERS I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO § 3838302, C.R.S., V. PUBLIC HEARINGS II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE SHALL BE FILED WITH THE SHERIFF NO LATER THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS A. PUD15001 Best Western Hotel at Gold Hill Square South: Request for review and DAYS AFTER THE SALE. of a Planned Unit Development/Planned Business Development (PUD/PBD) III.APPROVAL OF MINUTES – December 10, 2015 approval (A) amendment and establish dimensional standards for Building 6, Gold Hill Square South The name, address, and business telephone number of each of the attorneys PUD to construct a three story hotel with a lower level parking garage and approximately IV. ELECTION OF OFFICERS representing the holder of the evidence of debt are as follows: Torbet Tuft & 60 to 62 guest rooms, a lobby, breakfast room, indoor pool and support services. The McConnkie, LLC, Attn: John Randolph Torbet, 2 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 320, Colorado proposed project is located at 703, 717 and 719 Gold Hill Place with a legal description V. PUBLIC HEARINGS Springs, CO 80903. Telephone (719) 4759300. of Lots 2 and 3, Page’s Subdivision and A. PUD15001 Best Western Hotel at Gold Hill Square South: Request for review and Lot 8 Block 27 Highland Addition. The applicant is William L. Page of Page Properties approval of a Planned Unit Development/Planned Business Development (PUD/PBD) Corporation, P.O. Drawer 9012 Gold Hill Attached hereto are copies of certain Colorado statutes that may vitally affect your Place, Woodland Park, CO. ( C ontinued from amendment and establish dimensional standards for Building 6, Gold Hill Square South the Planning Commission Meeting on property rights in relation to this proceeding. Said proceeding may result in the loss of August 27, 2015 to October 22, 2015 and tabled to December 10, 2015 and January 14, PUD to construct a three story hotel with a lower level parking garage and approximately property in which you have an interest and may create a personal debt against you. You 2016.) QJ 60 to 62 guest rooms, a lobby, breakfast room, indoor pool and support services. The may wish to seek the advice of your own private attorney concerning your rights in proposed project is located at 703, 717 and 719 Gold Hill Place with a legal description relation to this foreclosure proceeding. VI. and REPORTS of Lots 2 and 3, Page’s Subdivision Lot 8 Block 27 Highland Addition. The A. Chairman’s Report applicant is William L. Page of Page Properties Corporation, P.O. Drawer 9012 Gold Hill INTENT to cure or redeem, as provided by the aforementioned laws, must be directed B. Commissioners’ Reports Place, Woodland Park, CO. ( C ontinued from the Planning Commission Meeting on to or conducted at the Sheriff Department for Teller County, Civil Division, 11400 West C. Planning Director’s Report August 27, 2015 to October 22, 2015 and tabled to December 10, 2015 and January 14, Highway 24 Divide, CO 80814. 2016.) QJ VII. DISCUSSION AND COMMENT THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED VI. REPORTS MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. VIII. ADJOURNMENT A. Chairman’s Report B. Commissioners’ Reports This Sheriff’s Amended Notice of Sale is signed on the 10th day of December, 2015. Please contact the Woodland Park Planning Department at (719)6875202 if you have any C. Planning Director’s Report questions regarding the above case. VII. DISCUSSION AND COMMENT 310_0106*1 TELLER COUNTY SHERIFF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS John Gomes Undersheriff Please Publish in the January 6, 2016 Edition of the Pikes Peak Courier VIII. ADJOURNMENT REGULAR MEETING AGENDA REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Thursday, January 14, 2016Please contact the Woodland Park Planning Department at (719)6875202 if you have any Thursday, January 14, 2016 questions regarding the above case. TELLER COUNTY CENTENNIAL BUILDING TELLER COUNTY CENTENNIAL BUILDING 112 North A Street, Cripple Creek, CO 112 North A Street, Cripple Creek, CO Commissioners’ Meeting Room REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Commissioners’ Meeting Room Please Publish in the January 6, 2016 Edition of the Pikes Peak Courier Thursday, January 14, 2016 TELLER COUNTY CENTENNIAL BUILDING 112 North A Street, Cripple Creek, CO 1. 9:15 a.m. Convene in regular session Commissioners’ Meeting Room Invocation 1. 9:15 a.m. Convene in regular session Pledge of Allegiance Invocation Election of Board of County Commissioners Chair and ViceChair Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of Previous Meetings Election of Board of County Commissioners Chair and ViceChair Accounts Payable 1. 9:15 a.m. Minutes of Previous Meetings Convene in regular session Board Reports Invocation Accounts Payable Elected Official’s Report Pledge of Allegiance Board Reports Administrator’s Report Election of Board of County Commissioners Chair and ViceChair 2. 9:40 a.m. Elected Official’s Report Time reserved for Department Heads and Public without an appointment. Minutes of Previous Meetings 3. 9:45 a.m. Administrator’s Report 2016 Teller County Organizational Meeting Accounts Payable 2. 9:40 a.m. Time reserved for Department Heads and Public without an appointment. Board Reports 3. 9:45 a.m. 2016 Teller County Organizational Meeting Elected Official’s Report Administrator’s Report 9:40 a.m. Commissioners Time reservedBusiness for Department and Public without an appointment. 2. Items: SHeads heryl Decker, County Administrator 3. 2016 Matters: Teller County Organizational Meeting 9:45 a.m. Legal Paul Hurcomb, County Attorney Commissioners Adjournment Business Items: Sheryl Decker, County Administrator Legal Matters: Paul Hurcomb, County Attorney Adjournment Appointments may vary by 15 minutes earlier or later than scheduled depending upon cancellations and time required for review and/or consideration of Commissioners Business Items: Sheryl Decker, County Administrator an agenda item. Legal Matters: Paul Hurcomb, County Attorney

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The Woodland Park City Council is pleased to have residents of the community take time to attend City Council Meetings. Attendance and participation is encouraged. Individuals wishing to be heard during Public Hearing proceedings are encouraged to be prepared and will generally be limited to five (5) minutes in order to allow everyone the opportunity to be heard. PUBLIC COMMENTS ARE EXPECTED TO BE CONSTRUCTIVE. Questions raised on non-agenda items may be answered at a later date by letter in order to facilitate proper research. PLEASE SIGN IN TO SPEAK ON A PARTICULAR AGENDA ITEM

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA January 7, 2016 2. ROLL CALL 7:00 PM

Written comments are welcome and should be given to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Written materials will not be accepted during regular agenda items in the interest of time.

5:30 PM Executive Session: The City Council of the City of Woodland Park will be holding two Executive Sessions located in the upstairs conference room of City Hall. 1. The City Council of the City of Woodland Park will be holding an Executive Session, pursuant to C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(b) for a conference with the City Attorney for the purpose of receiving legal advice on specific legal questions and C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(e) to determine positions relative to matters that may be subject to negotiations, developing strategy for negotiations, and instructing negotiators; all with regard to a pending claim against the City. 2. The City Council of the City of Woodland Park will be holding an Executive Session, pursuant to C.R.S. Section 24-6-402(4)(b) for a conference with the City Attorney for the purpose of receiving legal advice on specific legal questions regarding public school funding. 1. 2. 3. 4.

CALL TO ORDER. ROLL CALL. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. CEREMONIES, PRESENTATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS. Leclercq A. Consider appointments for the Historical Preservation Committee, Planning Commission and Board of Review. (A) Black B. Presentation by Larry Black about Woodland Park's history in honor of the City's 125th Anniversary. 5. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA. (Public comment not necessary.) 6. CONSENT CALENDAR: (Public comment may be heard.) Leclercq A. Approve minutes of December 17, 2015 Regular Meeting. (A) Leclercq B. Consider request from Chris Thornton, Bleed Hockey, for permission to serve alcohol at Meadow Wood Sports Complex during a hockey tournament beginning on January 16 through January 18, 2016. (A) 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: (Public comment may be heard.) A. None 8. ORDINANCES ON INITIAL POSTING: Leclercq A. Consider Ordinance No. 1264 declaring the public notification process method for 9 PM -1-2016 on initial posting and set the Public Hearing for the City of Woodland Park for January 21, 2016. (A) Harvey B. Consider Ordinance No. 1265 on initial posting submitting questions concerning proposed Home-Rule Charter Amendments to the City’s Registered Electors at the Regular Municipal Election to be held on April 5, 2016 and adopting the ballot titles for the proposed City Charter Amendments and set the Public Hearing for January 21, 2016. (A) 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. None 10. NEW BUSINESS: (Public comment may be heard.) Schafer A. Presentation of the Community Investment Review Committee Report and Recommendation for 2016 funding. (A) Buttery B. Consider motion to proceed with TABOR issue as it relates to sustainable funding regarding RE-2 Woodland Park School District. (A) 11. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA. 12. REPORTS: (Public comment not necessary.) A. Mayor’s Report. B. Council Reports. C. City Attorney’s Report. D. City Manager’s Report: Leclercq 1. Announcement of Candidate Information Forum and Election Information. Fleer 2. Combined report of Economic and Downtown Development and Main Street update. 13. COMMENTS ON WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE. (Public comment not necessary.) 14. ADJOURNMENT. ** Per Resolution No. 90, Series 1982. (A) (QJ) Quasi-Judicial (L) Legislative Administrative COURIER VIEW – Please publish 01/06/2016 .

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DISTRICT COURT, TELLER COUNTY, COLORADO 101 West Bennett Avenue Cripple Creek CO 80813 (719) 6892543

DATE FILED: December 18, 2015 6:0 FILING ID: 9D96AC7FD4847 CASE NUMBER: 2015CV30095

Plaintiff(s): OCK LLC d/b/a/ OCK LLC 401k PLAN FBO KEVIN POOL, a Colorado limited liability company

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▲ COURT USE ONLY ▲ Case Number: 2015CV30095

Defendant(s): SANDRA D. HARTLEY; and all unknown persons who claim any interest in the subject matter of this action

Attorney for Plaintiff: Noah Klug, Atty No. 39163 THE KLUG LAW FIRM, LLC PO Box 6683 Breckenridge CO 804246683 Telephone: 9704684953 Noah@TheKlugLawFirm.com

Div. 11 Ctrm:

SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS

You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the Complaint filed with the Clerk of this Court an Answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the Complaint may be obtained from the Clerk of the Court. If you fail to file your Answer or other response to the Complaint in writing within the 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be (Formerly assessed in the name of Sandra D Hartley) rendered against you by the Court for the relief demanded in the Complaint without further notice. Also known as: 145 Pennsylvania Ave., Florissant CO 80816, together with all its appurtenances. (Formerly assessed in the name of Sandra D Hartley)

This is an action involving real property located in the County of Teller, State of

Colorado, described as follows: Date: December 18, 2015 Also known as: 145 Pennsylvania Ave., Florissant CO 80816, together with all its

appurtenances. Published in the Pikes Peak Courier. PT TR B DOME ROCK RANCH 1 AS DESC AT First Publication: _ Date: December 18, 2015 Last Publication: _ (Formerly assessed in the name of Sandra D Hartley) Published in the Pikes Peak Courier. First Publication: _ Also known as: 145 Pennsylvania Ave., Florissant CO 80816, together with all its Last Publication: _ appurtenances.

/s/Noah Klug _ Noah Klug Attorney for Plaintiff

Date: December 18, 2015

Published in the Pikes Peak Courier. First Publication: _ Last Publication: _

/s/Noah Klug _ Noah Klug Attorney for Plaintiff

This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. This form should not be used where personal service is desired.

/s/Noah Klug _ TO THE CLERK: If the summons is issued by the clerk of the court, the signature block for the This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. This form Noah Klug clerk or deputy should be provided by stamp, or typewriter, in the space to the left of the should not be used where personal service is desired. Attorney for Plaintiff attorney’s name.

TO THE CLERK: If the summons is issued by the clerk of the court, the signature block for the clerk or deputy should be provided by stamp, or typewriter, in the space to the left of the *Rule 12(a), C.R.C.P., allows 35 days for answer or response where service of process is by

attorney’s name. publication. However, under various statutes, a different response time is set forth: e.g., §386

104, C.R.S. (eminent domain); §3836121, C.R.S. (Torrens registration) This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. This form *Rule 12(a), C.R.C.P., allows 35 days for answer or response where service of process is by should not be used where personal service is desired. FORM 1.1 R112 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION publication. However, under various statutes, a different response time is set forth: e.g., §386 104, C.R.S. (eminent domain); §3836121, C.R.S. (Torrens registration) TO THE CLERK: If the summons is issued by the clerk of the court, the signature block for the clerk or deputy should be provided by stamp, or typewriter, in the space to the left of the FORM 1.1 R112 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION attorney’s name.

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*Rule 12(a), C.R.C.P., allows 35 days for answer or response where service of process is by publication. However, under various statutes, a different response time is set forth: e.g., §386 104, C.R.S. (eminent domain); §3836121, C.R.S. (Torrens registration)

January 6, 2016

Scientists try standup to stimulate public interest in STEM fields Anthony Maltese of the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center will be featured in a standup comedy event on Jan. 7.//Courtesy photo By Avalon A. Manly avalonmanly@yourpeaknews.com Anthony Maltese, a paleontologist from the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center, is at home digging up bones and swapping stories about exciting discoveries with other scientists. Now, he’s hoping that by learning to tell jokes to strangers on the unforgiving stage of a standup comedy show, he’ll be more able to excite visitors to the center about the dinosaurs on display and the important work of the scientists there. Most of all, he and other scientists participating in a new Peer Revue comedy program hope that by learning to grab and entertain an audience, they’ll do a better job getting the public interested in their more academic pursuits in science. Peer Revue is where science meets comedy, taking researchers from a variety of fields and shoving them into the spotlight for five minutes of telling jokes to strangers. Peer Revue is based on a program from England called Bright Club, and it’s been successful in more than 18 cities so far. At 7 p.m. on Jan. 7, Maltese and a handful of other scientists will make their Peer Revue debuts on the stage at the Loft Music Venue at 2506 W. Colorado Ave., in Colorado Springs, to begin the experiment in learning to communicate. (Tickets are $10 in advance via TicketLeap and $12 at the door. Check their Facebook for more details.) The event’s organizers hope Peer Revue will help area scientists and professionals improve their communication skills while simultaneously raising awareness of and interest in their work.

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The event is subtitled “Standup comedy on the shoulders of giants,” and that holds true with the first set of scientists to take the stage. The night will headline physician Brad Neider and feature Ironzey Lewis, an air traffic controller; Kyle Sanders, an instructor pilot; Lisa Hines, an epidemiologist; Niki Spahich, a microbiologist; Tom Wolkow, a cell biologist; and Maltese. Other area scientists will participate in later Peer Revue sessions; interested parties can even apply on their website. The scientists-turned-standup comics underwent three workshops with professional comedy coaches, rehearsing and reworking their five minutes of material. For somebody not used to public speaking – and especially the kind of public speaking Peer Revue calls for – the workshop process can be harrowing. “It’s pretty bad,” Maltese said of the last workshop. “I only had a few lines to cut, but I learned that if you don't have it committed to deep memory, you're going to flub. Too many things bouncing in your head up there.” Maltese has years of stories collected about paleontological digs and lab work, but transforming those into a solid five minutes of humor can be rough, he said. Which is what makes the Peer Revue experiment so useful. In an age where funding is tied to public likeability and notoriety, being able to communicate and make people laugh are becoming fundamental scientific skills. Peer Revue’s website explains that if you’ve ever “binged on TED Talks at 2 a.m.,” or enjoyed local events like Science on Tap or Talk Nerdy to Me, this night of comedy-science is for you.

County seeks volunteers

For The Tribune

Volunteers are being sought to fill the District 3 seat on the El Paso County Highway Advisory Commission. The seat includes communities up Ute Pass to the Teller County line. The Highway Advisory Commission reviews and comments on issues relating to the management and operation of the Transportation Division and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. Highway Advisory Commissioners must demonstrate an active interest in the goals and objectives of the Transportation Division, and be willing to work with other members to achieve the goals and objectives and help resolve problems. The commission consists of nine members who are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for three-year terms.

GMF church offers meal, fellowship By Pat Hill pathill@yourpeaknews.com A place to come and a time to gather around the dinner table with friends, the Tuesday evening meal is a tradition at Church in the Wildwood in Green Mountain Falls. “Fantastic!” said Jonathan Bachelor, a regular on Tuesday evenings. “I enjoy not only the meal but meeting the people, the conversations, the opportunity to exchange ideas.” While Bachelor is a member of the church, the dinner is open to everybody in the community – and some come from as far away as Florissant. Initiated six years ago by Jinnie Grisby, who has since moved away, today Craig Gooding oversees the weekly dinner.

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“Craig has his angel wings on,” said Bob Cook, who helps serve the meal. “He is a fantastic human being, a true Christian who gives of himself for other people.” Along with the friendship and camaraderie, the meals are nutritious and homemade, either in the church kitchen or in somebody’s home, Sue and Ron Frindt’s, for instance. Ray Butler, who is retired but helps out at Triple B Ranch in Woodland Park, often brings his guitar to liven up the weekly occasion. On a recent cold winter evening, the group included two men who work in the trades, usually construction. “They help us out when the work slows down,” said Michael Robertson. “Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, it gets really slow;

people here are really nice.” The meals are funded by people in the community as well as the nonprofit organization, Westside Cares. “I’ve tried to make the dinners as welcoming and comfortable as possible, for folks in need,” Gooding said. “We’ve had the homeless, who carry their tents with them. It’s tough.” On Tuesdays, Bonnie Sipp takes care of the pantry on the lower level of the church, accepts donations and prepares food baskets. To keep her company, her buddy, Daniel Bok-Everly, and another boy, help out. “The dinners are awesome and sometimes a person plays music,” Bok-Everly said. “Everything is tasty!” The dinners are from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays at Church in the Wildwood.

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Five members represent each of the county commissioner districts, with the remaining members representing the county at-large. Commission meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m. at the Pikes Peak Regional Development Center, 2880 International Circle, Colorado Springs, Colorado. The volunteer application is located atelpasoco.com and can be accessed by clicking on the “Volunteer Boards” link. Applicants are asked to reference the board and position they wish to represent and include a mailing address and daytime phone number. Send completed applications and letter of interest and/or résumés to: Board of County Commissioners, attn: Jessica McMullen, El Paso County executive administrative assistant, 200 S. Cascade Ave.,Colorado Springs, 80903-2208. Applications are due Jan. 15.

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Arias leads scrappy grapplers for WP By Danny Summers dannysummers@yourpeaknews.com With the state wrestling meet just six weeks away, several Woodland Park grapplers are in prime position to claim spots at the Pepsi Center. Led by 123-pound senior Garrick Arias, the Panthers find themselves 7-7 as a team heading into their Class 4A Metro League opener at Mesa Ridge on Jan. 6. Arias, a state qualifier in 2015, is 12-3 and ranked seventh in the state in the latest OnTheMat.com poll. “Garrick is leading the charge for our team,” said Woodland Park coach Keith Sieracki. “We have some other guys who are scrappy, but Garrick is wrestling at another level. “He can be down 7-0 and you’re still waiting for him to come back and win the match. He’s that good.” Other top Woodland Park wrestlers include senior heavyweight Kyle Stephens, juniors Dan Knapp (170) and Jordy Houck (126), and sophomore Sean Lockwood (182). “Sean is fitting into his own weight class,” Sieracki said. “He was 160 pounds as a freshman. My guess is he’ll settle in this year and be a 182-pounder the next two years. “Jordy’s weight class is really tough. Every match he wrestles in is a brawl. It seems that he ends up losing by one point or winning by one point.” Woodland Park has been without Broedy Cisneros, one of its top wrestlers, all season after he broke his wrist during practice in November. The Panthers lost dual meet matches to Air Academy, The Classical Academy and Ridgeview Academy. Their lone dual meet victory was over Sand Creek. Woodland Park has fared well in meets, going 3-2 at Buena Vista and 3-2 at Palmer Ridge. The Panthers also took home a third-place trophy at the John Mall Tournament. Woodland Park will stay busy this month as it tries to win its first league title in more than a decade. The Panthers will also mix in a few meets. They head to Montrose this weekend. Woodland Park’s regional is scheduled for Feb. 13 in Pueblo. The state meet takes place

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Feb. 18-20 at the Pepsi Center in Denver. Sieracki has worked hard to build the program into a winner during his four years as coach. His club team, Sieracki’s Mat Masters based in Woodland Park, has developed a strong eighth-grade class that he believes will be ready to step into the limelight next year when the program drops down to 3A, due to continued decreased enrollment. “With the five freshmen we have on varsity this year, and with the addition of six or seven incoming freshmen, I’m hoping we can be a top 10 team in state in 3A in the next couple of years,” Sieracki said. “In fact, top 10 is the low side of my expectation.”

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