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The mountain area’s newspaper since 1958

WEEK OF MAY 18, 2023

VOLUME 64 | ISSUE 28

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BREAKING GROUND:

CONSOLIDATION ONE STEP CLOSER

Elk Creek Fire approves consolidation resolution P4

Center for the Arts Evergreen staff grab shovels during the groundbreaking ceremony for an addition to the center along with others PHOTO BY DEB HURLEY BROBST involved with the addition.

Center for the Arts Evergreen starts addition to gallery

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It was a historic day at Center for the Arts Evergreen when officials

broke ground on an addition that has been years in the making.

Friends, donors and gallery staff gathered on May 10 to grab shovels full of soil and to celebrate this mile-

stone that will put a 5,000-squarefoot addition onto the back of the building.

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GOOD FOR YOU

Boy Scout Brandon Stup, center, with the volunteers who helped him build shelves in the Evergreen Animal Protective League storage shed.

Brandon Stup, a Boy Scout from Troop 1776, increased storage space in the Evergreen Animal Protective League storage unit as his service project to fulfill the requirements to become an Eagle Scout. Brandon met with EAPL to discuss its needs and then met with his troop leaders to help him design the shelving. Plans were drawn up and approved by EAPL and the Scouting District. Brandon did the fundraising, purchased the supplies and organized his troop. In three work days, they cut the wood, constructed the shelving units and installed

them. EAPL is grateful to be the recipient of this Eagle project.

First-grade artists at Bergen Meadow Elementary School celebrated completing their commissioned artwork at a party in their honor at El Rancho Colorado. The student artists collaborated to create 12 canvases of abstract artwork that will hang in the Buchalter law firm’s main office area and conference room.

Robert Hinckley, who manages the Denver office for Buchalter, and is the dad of a first grader, hoped students would experience what profes-

Bergen Meadow first graders Charlotte Sorensen, Catalina Williams, Valentin Davchev, Samira Davcheva and Vivian Hinckley stand with Robert Hinckley Jr., manager of the Buchalter law firm. The first graders created abstract art that will hang in COURTESY PHOTOS the law firm’s office.

sional artists feel when they work on a commissioned art piece.

More than 100 people — families of the first graders, school officials, and representatives from the law firm — attended to laud the student artists’ success.

TallGrass Spa and Salon in Evergreen has been recognized as a winner of the national 2023 Top Workplaces award, locally sponsored by The Denver Post.

TallGrass is a seven-time winner in a program designed to highlight exceptional people-centric workplace cultures at organizations across the country. TallGrass is the only spa to be recognized in the Colorado region.

The Top Workplaces award is based on feedback from employees who complete a survey that measures a company’s values, appreciation, employee development and growth, innovation, clued-in leadership, pay, benefits, training, expectations, and work-life flexibility. It is administered by the national employer-recognition organization Energage.

With programs like flexible scheduling, opportunities for continuing education and community outreach activities, TallGrass emphasizes enhancement of team members’ work-life balance. Creative strategy sessions put employees front and center.

EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS Kyler Yarnell, of Morrison, received the Joseph L. & Marjorie E. Petz Scholarship and Robert and Nancy Kroese Endowed Scholarship for the 2022-23 academic year from Central College in Pella, Iowa, for a high commitment to academic achievement. Yarnell is a member of the class of 2025.

Lily Mott, of Evergreen, was initiated into the Washington and Lee University Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society. Students initiated into the society must be sopho-

mores, juniors, seniors or graduate/ professional students in the top 35% of their class, demonstrate leadership experience and embrace the ODK ideals.

Laela Evans, of Evergreen was recognized with the Biology Service Award at Belhaven University in Jackson, Mississippi.

Dre Da Silva, of Evergreen, has been named to the fall 2022 chancellor’s list at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Students earning a 3.9 or higher GPA are placed on the chancellor’s list.

The following area students have been named to the scholastic honor roll for winter 2023 at Oregon State University. Students must have a 3.5 or better GPA to make the scholastic honor roll. They are: Gabrielle Fuentes, a freshman majoring in business administration from Pine; Jenna M. Stricker, a freshman majoring in general engineering from Conifer; Cyrus Bickell, a sophomore majoring in electrical and computer engineering from Evergreen; Kari L. Hoy, a sophomore majoring in political science from Evergreen; Sydney Van Der Zee, a sophomore majoring in microbiology from Evergreen; Avery J. Myers, a freshman majoring in environmental sciences from Morrison; Abby J. Simmons, a freshman majoring in oceanography from Morrison; and Chloe H. Petitpas, a junior majoring in business administration from Pine.

Taylor Jacobson, of Evergreen, was named to the dean’s list for the fall 2022 semester at Kean University in Union, New Jersey. Jacobson is a freshman majoring in architectural studies.

The Grove City College debate team of which Ginger Schiffmayer of Evergreen is a member captured a national championship at the Pi Kappa Delta National Tournament at West Chester University.

Schiffmayer won the National Parliamentary Debate Association debate.

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CAE FROM PAGE 1

“This is an addition that is for the community and by the community,” said Lisa Nierenberg, CAE’s executive director. “We have raised the dollars from members of the community, and it is being built for the community.”

She noted that art was part of everyone’s lives, and CAE offers something for everyone, whether a CAE enthusiast or someone who attends an occasional event.

“And we want everyone to enjoy it,” she said of the gallery, events and classes CAE offers.

CAE has been in the former Bergen Park Church at 31880 Rocky Village Drive since 2017, and it houses a gallery, classroom space and staff offices. An addition has always been part of the plan.

The two-story addition, which is expected to be completed in December, will have a state-of-the-art ceramics studio, private artists’ studios, a common artists area, classroom space, community space for up to 200 people, staff offices and a studio for an artist-in-residence.

The price tag is $2.5 million, higher than originally anticipated, and CAE continues to raise funds to pay for the addition. To see more about the plans and to donate to the effort, visit buildourvision.org.

Lisa Nierenberg, executive director of Center for the Arts Evergreen, speaks to the group that gathered for the groundbreaking for an addition to the gallery.

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285 corridor fire district consolidation moves forward Elk Creek Fire approves consolidation resolution

Pre-consolidation agreement

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Plans to ask voters in three fire districts on the U.S. 285 corridor whether to consolidate moved forward when the Elk Creek Fire board voted to approve a consolidation The Elk Creek Fire board has approved a consolidation resolution that moves forward resolution. asking voters whether they want the department to consolidate with North Fork and If North Fork and Inter-Canyon fire Inter-Canyon fire departments.

FILE PHOTO BY DEB HURLEY BROBST districts also approve the resolution

by June 22 — and both are expected idation likely would degrade servicslightly. to — that sets in motion requirees to Elk Creek residents, and since This is the second time the Elk ments to put two issues on the no consolidation planning process Creek Fire board voted on the preNovember ballot: whether the three had been performed, a vote on the consolidation intergovernmental districts should consolidate and resolutions was premature. agreement. At the April meeting, whether voters approve property tax Board member Sharon Woods Newby objected to a vote because increases up to 16 mills to pay for reminded residents attending the the agreement was added to the the consolidated district. Voters in meeting that approving the consoliagenda only a few hours before the all three districts must approve both dation agreement did not mean the meeting, not giving him and the ballot measures before the consolifire board approved consolidation. public time to read the agreement dation can take place.

The vote allowed the district to move and ask questions.

The Elk Creek Fire board voted forward with the process.

Board President Greg Pixley 4-1 on May 11 to approve both the A survey of residents in all three apologized for the late addition to consolidation resolution and a prefire districts performed by Magellan the April agenda, saying he forgot consolidation intergovernmental Strategies, the firm hired by the disto have it added ahead of time. He agreement with North Fork and tricts to perform the survey, found explained there was no malicious inInter-Canyon. between 69% and 80% of respontent, and he was not trying to shove Board member Chuck Newby had dents favored the three fire departthe agreement past everyone. the dissenting vote. He provided ments consolidating, and when the If voters approve consolidation, written statements to the board survey provided additional informa- the new fire department would be about why he was against the two tion on what consolidation would called the Conifer Fire Protection measures, saying he believes consol- mean, those percentages increased District.

The pre-consolidation intergovernmental agreement delineates what information each district would supply to the other two such as property and equipment inventories, employee rosters, contracts with suppliers, financial audits, pending litigation and more.

It also sets up how a new governing board would be created if voters approve consolidation. Initially, the consolidated district would be governed by members of all of the current boards and as elections come up, the new governing board would move to five at-large members by May 2027.

John Chmil, Elk Creek’s attorney, said the goal of the document was to get all districts on the same page.

“Overall this is what I call a planning document,” Chmil said. “It’s intended to establish a clear set of expectations and timeline from start to finish. Once all agree to the IGA, then all three districts are marching in same direction. … Ultimately it’s aimed at setting up expectations.”

In response to questions, Chmil explained that there’s no termination date to the agreement in case the consolidation measures fail in November. The agreement could stay in effect if the three districts wanted to try to consolidate again.

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Elk Creek Fire to consider impact-fee policy

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The Elk Creek Fire board wants to find ways to ask developers for fees to offset costs the fire department incurs to provide firefighting and emergency medical services.

The board plans to have a work session to discuss creating a matrix to use to determine such fees no matter whether the development is commercial, residential or on public land. This would allow the board to be proactive rather than reacting to proposed developments in the fire district.

The discussion at the May 11 meeting comes after a contentious discussion in April when board member Chuck Newby wanted the fire department to find mechanisms to offset the costs of emergency medical services that Elk Creek could provide if the Shadow Mountain Bike Park proposal is approved by the Jefferson County commissioners.

While that motion was defeated in April, the board asked Fire Chief Jacob Ware to look at emergency medical service costs.

Ware said on May 11 that it was time for the department to have a policy that would fit all proposed development scenarios rather than reacting to individual developments as they arise. He noted that the department also reacted to other development in previous years because it didn’t have a policy in place.

Other fire departments, he said, use one of three methods to assess fees: payment in lieu of taxes, service fees and impact fees.

“What we need to do is not look at individual development but at many possibilities,” Ware said. “Development will continue to come.

Rather than being reactionary, we should anticipate what we need.”

Newby said he would like to hear the pluses and minuses of the three approaches, so the board could give Ware and the district’s attorney direction.

Board member Sharon Woods suggested that the district could find a consultant who works with the different fee-assessment methods to get more information and recommendations.

The Elk Creek Fire board has approved a consolidation resolution that moves forward asking voters whether they want the department to consolidate with North Fork and Inter-Canyon fire departFILE PHOTO BY DEB HURLEY BROBST ments.

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Peter Greenstone from Genesee Fire Protection District shows local area firefighters PHOTO BY SARA HERTWIG different tools to use for digging firelines around wildland fires.

Members of Clear Creek Fire Authority attach a second hose to a splitter during a training session on May 13 in Elk Meadow Park.

Working together to fight wildland fires Evergreen Fire/Rescue hosts training for six entities

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The phrase “It takes a village” is true in firefighting, especially when it comes to attacking wildfires.

About 80 firefighters from multiple agencies learned more about working together and wildfire-fighting

techniques during an all-day training hosted by Evergreen Fire Rescue on May 13. Joining EFR were Clear Creek, Genesee, Foothills and Indian Hills fire departments plus the Highland Rescue Team and Jeffco Open Space.

It’s important that fire departments have established a rapport and know how to communicate especially since departments request mutual aid if fires grow, according to Einar Jensen, a spokesman for Evergreen Fire/Rescue.

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Foothills Fire Chief Rod Cameron said the face-to-face training was beneficial, so firefighters know each other and are familiar with different departments’ routines.

The firefighters moved through three training sites: laying hoses to fight a wildfire, digging lines around a wildfire and assessing structures to determine whether they could survive a wildfire.

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VOICES

Will nuclear energy arrive on time and at cost? liver Stone has a new movie,

“Nuclear Now,” that made its Colorado debut in Boulder on May 1. In it, Stone argues that the grave risks posed by climate change require we embrace nuclear energy.

A few hours before, at a hearing in Denver, state legislators heard an even more urgent equation. “Anybody who opposes nuclear I believe is a climate denier,” an individual testified before the Senate Transportation and Energy Committee.

And in Pueblo that evening, city council members heard about a committee formed by Xcel Energy to study options to replace tax base, jobs, and electrical generation once the last coal plant there closes. The group will hear about nuclear.

In the background is the federal government, offering gambling money on all sorts of decarbonization solutions, including nuclear.

People on the left and right find common ground in support of nuclear energy, but their motivations differ. Some, like Stone, the movie-maker, are driven by the existential danger posed by climate change. Even the pleasant days of spring are spoiled by news that the carbon dioxide detector atop Mauna Loa recently rolled past 425 parts per million, up from 315 ppm in the 1950s. We’re dancing ever farther on the snow cornice, fiddling with our phones in busy traffic. We’re flirting with real danger here.

Some in Colorado see nuclear energy replacing coal plants. The last coal unit at Pueblo will close no later than 2031. Xcel has guaranteed property tax revenues through 2040, but not to 2070, the original retirement Allen Best date. Craig also faces giant uncertainties. Increased tourism?

“We don’t want to become sheetchangers,” one Moffat County landowner told me.

Western Montrose County, where a uranium boom occurred during the 1950s — and which lost a small coal plant in 2019, is also interested in nuclear.

HB23-1247, titled “Assess Advanced Energy Solutions in Colorado,” now awaiting the governor’s signature, will direct study of nuclear energy but also other options. All have upsides but questions marks.

Green hydrogen, made from renewables and water, can store energy for use when renewables are unavailable. However, the technology remains costly. Too, some scientists question whether accidental release of hydrogen into the atmosphere will create as many problems as it solves.

Nuclear can also backup intermittent renewables. Nuclear does provide 20% of U.S. electricity. We

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have a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. They seem to operate without problems. But some questions remain about nuclear safety.

Would you want a large-scale reactor in your town or city? I have to also wonder about nuclear technology falling into the wrong hands.

Many have been closely following the progress in Wyoming of a nuclear plant planned next to a coal plant at Kemmerer. TerraPower, the company founded by Bill Gates in 2008, says it will require less water and produce less nuclear fuel waste while plugging nicely into old coal plants. It projects cost of $4 billion for this plant that will use Natrium technology.

WyoFile reported that while in Kemmerer during early May, Gates called it a “pioneering move,” key to the global energy future. This project is projected to be ready in in 2030.

PacifiCorp, a major regional power provider, has said it could add five more such Natrium reactors at existing coal-fired plants in Wyoming and Utah.

Another potential model is assembly-line-style production of small modular reactors, lowering costs.

That sounds appealing, but by definition that model will not replace the big coal plants at Pueblo and Craig. For that matter, it does not yet exist.

Here in Colorado, I hear people with degrees in nuclear engineering express doubts about nuclear. State

Sen. Chris Hansen, at the recent legislative hearing, objected to how a witness had characterized his skepticism about nuclear. “It has nothing to do with science or technology,” said Hansen, who has a degree in nuclear engineering. “It’s the cost profile.” He cited a recent Georgia reactor that came in at $33 billion, three times the projected cost. It’s not the only example.

Chuck Kutscher got his master’s degree in nuclear engineering and worked in the nuclear sector California before turning his attention to solar in 1978 and moving to Colorado. “New nuclear power plants, including new U.S. reactor technologies currently under development, will likely be too expensive and take too long to build to make a significant contribution to climate change mitigation,” he says.

In Boulder, Oliver Stone’s movie talked little of costs. But in Pueblo, a representative of Idaho National Laboratory, speaking to a municipal energy study group, openly conceded that cost remains the million dollar question.

She misplaced a comma or two in that string of zeroes, though. It’s the billion dollar question. Many billions.

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junctivitis, affects more than 20% of the American population and can irritate the eyes or their surrounding areas.

On the other hand, dry eyes affect tear production and the tear film, which keeps the surface of the eye clean to avoid infection and provide nourishment. Common symptoms between the two include dryness, excessive watering, sensitivity to light, burning sensations and the feeling as though a foreign body is

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Where they differ is the amount of itchiness experienced. An allergy flare up can be distinguished by intense itching and swelling, two symptoms that are not as common in chronic dry eyes. Common David Litoff, MD allergens known to cause this kind of irritation to those

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who are sensitive include certain foods, latex, medications, mold, pets and pollen.

There are several remedies available to help those who suffer from allergic conjunctivitis: Be aware of the medications you are taking. Prescriptions designed to help treat allergies have been known to dry out the tear film, thus leading to dry eye symptoms.

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HAPPENINGS We’d like to know about events or activities of interest to the community.

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for the public. The final meeting 3-5 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at InterCanyon Station 3, 8445 U.S. 285, Morrison.

“Poppy” book signing: The Evergreen Mountain Area Historical Society will host Jack Maher for a presentation and signing of his book “Poppy” at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, at Hiwan Museum. The book is about Eric Douglas, an influential author, curator and expert on Native American art whose family helped create the community of Evergreen.

He championed indigenous artists and art in various museums, significantly impacting the field of museology.

SATURDAY

Fire department consolidation community meeting: The three 285 Corridor fire departments — Elk Creek, Inter-Canyon and North Fork — are deciding whether to consolidate will host community meetings

Staunton State Park 10th anniversary celebration: Staunton State Park will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a variety of events starting at 9 a.m. May 20. For more information, visit cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Staunton.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR EMD billing dishonestly

Evergreen Metro District is changing its billing cycle for some, if not all, of its customers to get all on the same cycle. But, the way they are doing it is dishonest, even though their lawyers purportedly say that it is OK. As an EMD customer with as many as six accounts over the past 25 years, I’ve never had a problem with them. But, in early 2023, I noticed that my bill was due earlier in the month, so I called. They are shortening my billing cycle from the 16th to the first each month, in small increments every month, which, they say, is allowed by their rules, and they say their lawyers agree. An objective read of Rule 8.1.5.A would render this practice invalid.

The net effect in 2023 is that I will be billed for basic water and sewer services for 15 days more than I will receive those services (currently $86.00/month) for a net overbilling of $43. The billing date will never

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Use an air purifier to capture any allergens that may have been introduced to your home.

Wash your hands frequently after interaction with pets or animals you have a known allergy to.

return to the 16th and they offer no credit, so that amounts to a THEFT of $43 on my current account. Their theft from your account may differ depending upon how much they change your billing cycle this year.

Six weeks ago, I wrote a long, detailed letter to the Courier with full reconciliation of this method, documenting phone calls to EMD, but it was too long for a letter. So I asked that it be printed as a Guest Commentary — so far, no luck there.

So, I urge every EMD customer to review their billing, starting in late 2022, to determine if this billing scheme affects you. If it does, call EMD at 303-674-4112 (don’t select option #5 for Customer Service, that just disconnects immediately) and inquire as to how they can systematically get away with this theft from their customers. And then watch them like a hawk.

Greg Scott, Evergreen

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SCHLICHTER

Joy Lissa Schlichter

May 21, 1958 - May 1, 2023

Joy Lissa Schlichter passed away suddenly on May 1st 2023. Joy is survived by the lights of her life, her children Bryan and Ali, her longtime companion and best friend, Steve Anderson, Her ex-husband Werner Schlichter, and her siblings: Debbie, Tracy and Robbie Zobel. Joy was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Barbara Zobel, as well as her brother Terry. Joy touched an incredible amount of people in her 64 years of life.

always a people magnet. She attracted people with her warm smile and big hugs. Whenever she entered a room it got brighter. Joy was an amazing mother, friend, partner, and an even better cook. Everyone who knew Joy, knew her for her cooking and love for entertaining. When she entertained, she would always do it big. So much so, that when she invited people over for dinner, they would know to bring a Tupperware for leftovers.

Joy was born in Dallas, Texas, on May 21st 1958. Later, her and her family moved to Livingston, New Jersey where her parents raised her and her 4 siblings. Joy graduated high school early and enrolled at Fairleigh Dickinson University, in New Jersey. She then transferred to CU Boulder where she graduated with a degree in theater and business. Her time at CU Boulder is where she grew to love Colorado.

Joy also had many friends and acquaintances that will forever hold a special place in their hearts for her. She will be greatly missed by many!

After a few years working in theater/ lighting for bands like the Eagles, Joy returned to Colorado to plant her roots. She met Werner and started their family in Evergreen, Colorado. Joy would tell you that her greatest achievement in life was giving birth to her two children Bryan and Ali. Joy also ran a successful Travel Agency in Genesee Colorado until the early 2000’s when she sold it. She decided to focus her energy on her children. She took pride in her active roles with PTA, Sports mom, and much more.

Once her children went off to college, Joy spent 15 years in Summit County where she enjoyed the fresh air, the mountains, and time with her best friend and partner Steve Anderson.

WHERE: Aldefer/Three Sisters Park 31677 Buffalo Park Rd. Evergreen, CO 80349

Joy has always lived up to her name. She was

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A celebration of life is being held on May 21, 2023, which would have been her 65th birthday.

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A Go fund Me page has been set up for Bryan and Ali. This will help them with funeral costs and unpaid bills.

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Patricia Maye Work

March 2, 1936 - May 6, 2023

Patricia Maye Work, aged 87, passed away May 6, 2023, after a brief illness, surrounded by family. She was born in Toronto, Canada, and became a nurse after graduating high school. Patricia moved to the United States in 1958, where she met Ed, whom she married in 1960. They have been married ever since. She worked in pediatric nursing and eventually became a hospice home care nurse at Mt Evans Home Care and Nursing. She retired in 1987.

varieties that frequented her home in Evergreen, Colorado, where she and her husband moved in 1977. She is survived by her husband Ed, their sons Scott (Heather) of Tualatin, OR, Ian (Kelly) of Hawthorne, NV, and grandson Logan of San Jose, CA. A friends and family service will be held at the Church of Transfiguration in Evergreen on Monday, May 22, at 1:30 pm, followed by a remembrance gathering at the church. Those wishing to honor her are encouraged to donate to Evergreen Audubon (evergreenaudubon.org or PO Box 523, Evergreen, CO 80437).

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Patricia loved the outdoors, hiking, wild animals, flowers, and especially birds. She was an avid “birder” and knew all the different

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There’s a subtle art to making music that works best when played on a backyard patio during the summer, and on his latest album as Fruit Bats, singer/ songwriter Eric D. Johnson has it figured out. Like the best of Fruit Bats, “A River Running to Your Heart” blends warmth with a wry sentimentalism that immediately makes for the project’s most welcoming release to date.

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Designs, collaboThe show tells the story of an rated with artist Clarke Reader American mother and Tibetan Kamala Presswalfather whose three-year-old son la to make a pupis believed to be the reincarnapet that could fully come to life tion of a Buddhist lama. And that on stage. The result is a Japanese son is brought to life on stage by Bunraku puppet that allows both a puppet. the rest of the cast and the audi“This allows us to play with ence to fully immerse themselves the idea of reincarnation in a in the momentous decision the really interesting way,” said Len family must make.

Matheo, director of the show and “There have been moments Miners Alley’s producing artistic where just working on the blockdirector. “It’s a really witty, lovely ing has made us cry,” Gilstrap show about all the separations said. “Something happens with we experience through life. And puppets when performers inthe way the puppet comes to life teract with them properly. You is absolute magic.” can hear the audience gasp or “The Oldest Boy: A Play in applaud spontaneously.”

Three Ceremonies” runs at MinPerforming with a puppet in a ers Alley, 1224 Washington Ave. way that is believable and affectin Golden, through Sunday, June ing to the audience goes beyond 11. Performances at 7:30 p.m. using it as some kind of prop. As Thursday through Saturday and 2 Gilstrap explains, it’s all about p.m. on Sunday. the details.

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EPRD board begins wrestling with survey data

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The Evergreen Park & Recreation District board has its work cut out for it as board members sift through results of a survey on what constituents want.

Board members on May 9 heard initial results of a statistically significant survey as they decide what projects they want to complete in the next three to five years as part of a strategic planning process. The board will take into consideration what constituents want, what it can afford and partnerships with other organizations.

Board members have been discussing whether to ask voters to increase property taxes in November to pay for projects or to ask voters to continue paying the same amount of property taxes after a bond is paid off in 2025.

The survey results show that constituents want the rec district to make improvements to the Wulf Recreation Center because they find the building and its programs valuable, and they are interested in more aquatics, pickleball and tennis courts, another gymnasium and more community gathering space.

If the district created an off-leash dog park, respondents said they

wanted a large one rather than a small one, though not everyone who answered the survey felt Evergreen needed a dog park.

The survey also shows that respondents want the district to purchase more land.

Board members plan to do a deeper diver into these areas to find out more about construction and maintenance costs.

The rec district sent postcards to 11,214 residents and 580 completed them, which is considered a strong response and statistically significant with answers plus or minus 4 percent at the 95% confidence level.

Of the respondents, 43% were men, 55% were women and 2% indicated other. Of those who responded, 50% were between the ages of 55 and 74, which is similar to the demographics of the area.

The entire survey-results presentation is available on the Evergreen Park & Recreation District website, evergreenrecreation.com. The board will meet again at 6 p.m. May 23 to continue moving through the decision-making process.

Chris Dropinski, senior manager with BerryDunn Inc., the company the rec district hired to create the strategic plan, said the board has a lot of information to weigh as it looks to create the plan.

Results of a survey of Evergreen Park & Recreation District constituents show that they value the Wulf Recreation Center but want upgrades made to the building.

FILE PHOTO BY DEB HURLEY BROBST

It is important for the board to look at more than the survey results, but also information gathered at discovery sessions, online meetings, youth comments, staff input and more to see what projects and programs consistently rise to the top, she said.

Plus the board is getting information about district facilities and a cost analysis for maintenance and new facilities.

Board member Betsy Hays told BerryDunn representatives that the board wanted the consultants to

bring forward projects and programs that keep bubbling to the top from the majority of sources. Conversely, the board wants to know whether there are no clear frontrunners.

“We can’t build a gym and a new aquatics facility given the budget and what has happened historically when we have asked for money,” board member Peter Eggers said, alluding to the failed bond ask in 2018.

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BY LUKE ZARZECKI LZARZECKI@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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n most Tuesdays and Thursdays and some Saturdays, a team of bikers meets to explore Colorado’s network of trails.

The group connects at a coffee shop in downtown Denver. When the weather isn’t too hot, it’s after work around 4 or 5 p.m. In the dead of summer, it’s usually in the morning.

They sip on espresso and decide where they want to ride that day. It could be on the bike lanes of Denver, the 36 Bikeway to Boulder, the Platte River Trail to Brighton or other suburbs. Most of the time, it involves a stop along the way.

“We would go down the Platte River Trail to the C 470 trail and then Krispy Kremes along there.

We call it the Krispy 50. It’s a 50-mile loop,” said Ted Schultz, one of the riders in the group.

The group started after Schultz and two colleagues in his office space decided to start riding together after work. Schultz rode with a few others and combined the two groups.

After the ride, they go to a brewery to catch up with one another and relax after the ride.

Colorado’s network of trails

Part of the reason the group exists is due to Colorado’s extensive bike trail infrastructure. Schultz said it’s only improved in the past two decades.

“When you add up the miles of really good trails, it’s just mind-boggling,” he said.

Schultz, who grew up in Colorado, said understanding for cyclists sharing the road and building more infrastructure has vastly grown. In the 70s

and 80s, he could almost count on angry driver backlash during his rides. Now, not so much.

Much of that may be due to more focus on improving trails and streets.

The Denver Regional Council of Governments built a map that shows all the trails and bike lanes across the region. They stretch all the way from Boulder to Clear Creek to Castle Rock.

And more may be coming. The Greenhouse Gas Planning Standard, a new rule adopted by the Transportation Commission of Colorado in December 2021, requires agencies to measure greenhouse gas emissions from transit projects, with limits on how high those emissions go.

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Ted Schultz poses in his garage in the Washington Park neighborhood.

Ted Schultz’s ‘cargo’ bike that he often takes to work and to run PHOTOS BY LUKE ZARZECKI errands.

Ted Schultz points to the numerous bikes he has accumulated over the years.

BIKE PATH FROM PAGE 12

With bike infrastructure providing the option for drivers to ditch their cars and bike, it can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Jacob Riger, multimodal transportation planning manager for the Denver Regional Council of Governments, said his group has already modified its 2050 Metro Vision Regional Transportation Plan based on the rule.

Emily Lindsey, active and emerging mobility program manager for DRCOG, said people are ready.

Of the 15 million daily trips in the region, 43% are less than three miles and 19% are less than one mile.

“So, super bikeable, even more so with e-bikes,” she said.

Chris Chen, one of the riders in the group, noted that some improvements are needed. Chen, who lives in Littleton, said there aren’t many bike lanes.

He said either more need to be

added or there need to be wider shoulders. He also said more education about how to share the road with bikers needs to be implemented, citing the death of Gwen Inglis in 2021.

Inglis was a national champion who was struck and killed by a driver in Lakewood.

“It’s been so long since I took the driver’s test, but I don’t know if they have incorporated anything into that,” Chen said.

He explained that it’s scary when vehicles go by fast, especially semi-trucks. The trucks, going fast enough, will push air to the side, which pushes the cyclist, but then will suck the air back in, bringing the cyclist in with it.

“If it’s really close, it’s really scary, not only the sounds of it and in the nearness of that fastmoving object, but the air actually pulling you in,” Chen said.

Compared to other places, Anthony Harvey, another member of the group, said the bike infrastructure ranks higher than the places he’s seen, including Texas, Califor-

nia and Chicago.

Benefits of riding

The group ranges in age. Chen is one of the younger ones in his 40s with some of the older riders in their 60s. Meaning, biking is an activity for all abilities and ages.

Chen said he used to be a swimmer. But he didn’t like the fact he had to drive to the pool before 5 a.m. to be at practice in time.

That was too early for him, so he stopped swimming and started cycling more. Not only did it satisfy as a workout, but also was more convenient.

“I can combine commuting and exercise all together,” Chen said.

Then he joined the group and it became a lot more fun. It was a way for him to make new friends, destress and get a workout. It also reminds him of his childhood.

“It’s the feeling of when you’re a little kid and you’re going fast and you’re like ‘this is awesome.’”

Chen said. “It still feels like that.

That sense of freedom.”

Harvey said he got into biking

after he was injured from MMA competitions and decided to switch sports. He participates in various races.

“I was able to actually race with bikes and can also stay fit,” he said.

Benefits of friendship

While the biking brings the group together, the camaraderie keeps them pedaling. Schultz, Chen and Harvey all talked about the importance of keeping up with each other, not just on the trail.

Each friend rides on their own and sees the benefits of being alone. But with the group, they push each other to go faster and further and gives a chance to connect over a topic each is passionate about.

After each ride, they stop at a brewpub or a bar, with Chen’s recommendation for one with a food truck.

“That’s when we can catch up on trips and things happening with the family and what new gadgets people have,” Chen said. “That kind of stuff.”

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SPORTS

The Mountain Lacrosse Minis pose for a group photo before their demonstration at PHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST the May 5 Evergreen girls lacrosse game against Golden.

Mountain Lacrosse Minis Eloise Leisinger, front, and Harper DeRamo prepare to try to score a goal as coaches, from left, Ali McMillan, Grace Lessig and Bella Stockton help steer them in the right direction. The Minis performed their first drill in front of a crowd at a home Evergreen girls lacrosse game on May 5.

Learning lacrosse basics: Mountain Lacrosse teaches Minis to run, shoot and score

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

“Talk on the phone. Look in the mirror.”

Those are the directions that coaches of the Mountain Lacrosse Minis use to help the young girls learn to move their sticks as they carry the ball on the field. The Minis, ages 3-7, just completed a four-week camp to learn lacrosse basics.

The girls demonstrated their skills during halftime at an Evergreen girls varsity lacrosse game on May 5. Each girl ran to the goal using her stick to carry a tennis ball and scored. More importantly, they had fun.

The girls said they enjoyed playing with the sticks and the balls, and they especially enjoyed scoring.

This is the first time Mountain Lacrosse has offered a camp for girls this young, but Sarah Hunsche, a first-time coach with a young daughter, decided to try it and was pleased with its success. Traditionally, the organization, which offers programs for girls and boys from Bailey to Clear Creek County, offers opportunities for girls starting in second grade.

“I felt strongly that we could get girls to be involved in the program at a younger age,” Hunsche said. “This also was a way for us to introduce the sport to parents.”

Some parents, she added, don’t think of lacrosse as a sport for girls, but there was a lot of enthusiasm for the skills camp. Hunsche wanted to introduce her youngest daughter to

the sports that her older children already enjoy.

Parents watching their girls warm up at the varsity game called it controlled chaos as the coaches took time to remind players how to move their sticks as they carry the ball.

“This has been amazing,” said Lauren Burger of Morrison, whose daughter, Dolly, 5, is a Mini.

Burger said Dolly was more interested in sports than other activities.

Kate O’Rourke of Evergreen, whose daughter Bronwyn, 4, participated in the program, said it was nice to have a place for her youngest daughter to learn lacrosse like her older siblings, who gravitated to the sport. “(Bronwyn) found a lot of camaraderie and friends with the Minis,”

O’Rourke said. “The coaches are super positive, and it’s been a great experience.”

The assistant coaches are middle school and high school players, and the Minis are thrilled to get to know the older girls, she said.

Hunsche called the Minis an energetic group of girls who even at a young age were able to focus when it came to fun activities disguised as skills drills. Water noodles are used to simulate defenders, so the girls learn to run with their sticks and balls through the noodles.

“One of my favorite parts of the program was how I saw parents get excited about lacrosse,” Hunsche said. “I saw excitement and joy in the Minis’ eyes. That was very uplifting and made it all worth it.”

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West Jeff Baseball raising money for fields behind Wilmot Elementary

BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In the foothills, there are too many sports teams and not enough field space.

West Jeff Baseball is trying to level the playing field, so to speak, and it is asking the community for help.

It wants to raise $3 million to create a field complex behind Wilmot Elementary School, hoping it will connect via trails to the fields at Evergreen High School.

The area would have enough space for two youth ball fields, or it could be converted into a field for soccer, lacrosse or football. The organization hopes to raise the money by next spring, so the fields can be constructed in the summer of 2024.

“We talk about this project in terms of baseball,” said Bill Jaeger, president of West Jeff Baseball, at a May 4 meeting to unveil the project, “but it’s an entry point to the intent of the project. If the space can be reimagined and revitalized, we hope it will be used by Wilmot and the community. Multiple user groups could use this.”

West Jeff Baseball envisions parking, stadium seating, batting cages, a concession stand and storage, a picnic shelter, restrooms, and sloped lawn seating. The organization is

A rendering of the connections between the proposed ball fields behind Wilmot Elementary School and the fields at Evergreen High School.

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looking into whether it will be a grass or artificial turf field.

West Jeff Baseball is working with the Army Corps of Engineers because the land is in the flood plain.

Jeffco Public Schools, which owns the property is on board with the project, and Stephany Fritz, Wilmot’s principal, is excited by the prospect of having a grass field behind the school that students could play on. Now, students play on dirt, gravel or asphalt.

Jaeger said West Jeff Baseball continues to try to make the foothills more child and family focused, and adding fields will begin to alleviate the gridlock when it comes to get high school, middle school and sports organizations’ practices and

A rendering of what the proposed ball fields behind Wilmot Elementary School would look like. West Jeff Baseball hopes to raise $3 million to build the fields.

games.

West Jeff Baseball, for example, has 350 players on 29 recreational and competitive teams. It wants more fields because they are concerned the lack of practice space and the less-than-ideal fields are sending families down the hill to give their children better experiences.

The organization believes that Wilmot Elementary is a prime location for more ball fields because it’s easily accessible from both Ever-

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green and Conifer, and with Wilmot’s playground nearby, families will have something to do during practices.

“Now is the time to better our community, and we are happy to lead the charge,” said Chris Lewis, a West Jeff Baseball board member.

West Jeff Baseball is accepting donations for its field complex behind Wilmot Elementary School at www. westjeffbaseball.org/donations.

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SOUTH JEFFCO – For deputies responding to a disturbance at a popular pub and grill, the bad news was that the disturbing party was difficult to subdue. The good news was that most of the subduing took place before they arrived.

There he was, lying face down on the floor with two beefy fellows on his back, holding him prone while he thrashed around like a 160-pound northern pike. “Stop fighting,” officers advised. “Stop resisting.” He did, sort of, thrusting his hands stubbornly beneath his chest to prevent the application of handcuffs. When no amount of command or cajoling could induce him to produce them, the officers – with plenty of help from civilian bystanders – were by great effort able to wrench the obstinate fellow’s arms into the clear and clap on the cuffs. Thus restrained, the man grew quiet, both figuratively and literally, refusing to respond to the deputies questions, or even acknowledge their presence. According to the manager, the wrestler strode into the pub and grill the day before and immediately launched into a loud and lengthy dissertation on religion, sex and the weather, and continued holding forth until he was forced by public demand to leave. When he came back that

morning and started reprising those themes along identical lines, the manager canceled his engagement on the front end, prompting a violent response that prompted his subsequent mug-to-the-rug attitude.

In his own defense, he told deputies he’d been innocently “preaching” to pub and grill patrons when the black-hearted sinners “jumped” him. Moved by a spirit of forgiveness, his reluctant flock refused to press charges and deputies closed the case.

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CONIFER – ‘Twere the wee hours of the morning when Boyfriend dialed 911 to complain that Girlfriend had assaulted him. Deputies rushed over and asked Boyfriend, who appeared to be at least half in the bag, to detail the nature of his injuries.

“She blew smoke in my face,” he declared. Deputies advised Boyfriend that smoke-in-face-blowing might possibly, under very extraordinary circumstances, be construed as harassment, maybe. Actually, Boyfriend backpedaled, he’d been living in Girlfriend’s basement, but she’d grown intolerable and he merely summoned deputies to stand by and ensure his safety while he packed up his stuff and caught a taxicab to freedom. Just to be thorough, officers

tried to speak with Girlfriend, who was locked in her bedroom. “I didn’t invite you into my house!” girlfriend yelled through the closed door. “Get out of my house!” Deputies dutifully quitted the residence and waited out front until Boyfriend blew.

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EVERGREEN – …Lifetime: They’ve been living together for four lovepacked months. One night they were out on the town when her cell phone “fell out of my back pocket while I was using the toilet.” Discovering the loss only much later during the drive home, she asked to borrow his cell phone for urgent texting purposes.

While so engaged, she couldn’t help opening and reading a selection of racy texts he’d recently sent to both his ex-wife and his ex-girlfriend.

Furious, she told him they were through, and said she was going to retain possession of his cell phone until he repaid some $4,000 she said she’d spent settling his debts. While he packed, she “went out to the garage for a smoke,” which is when she couldn’t help seeing her laptop sitting next to his laptop on the back seat of his Jeep. Seizing both, she hid his laptop and confronted him with hers. “You didn’t think I’d find this?” she screamed, accusingly. When he grabbed at it, she threw it on the

ground “to prevent him from getting it.” Seeing it on the floor, valuable and defenseless, he stomped it into an ultra-thin profile. She called 911 to report the malicious destruction of her property. …

Spike: They’ve been living together for four turbulent months. The night unfolded pretty much as she described, with a couple of significant differences. He never put her laptop in his Jeep, nor set a foot upon it. The damage occurred when she threw her computer at his head and it hit the bed frame, instead.

Court TV: Examining the deceased device, deputies noticed a layer of fine dust on its cover that appeared completely undisturbed except for a single, deep, bed-frame-shaped impact mark. While deputies couldn’t say precisely how things went down, they were pretty sure it didn’t go down the way she said it did. They told her to give him back his cell phone and laptop, and to pursue whatever monies she may be owed in civil court.

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Leaders, businesses lauded at Conifer chamber awards night Jacquie Cook started by rescuing cookie jars that they found at estate and yard sales, and rejuvenating them with homemade cookies. They have turned the cookie-jar rescue into a retail and wholesale bakery.

Cook said what has made the business successful is that they are a mother-daughter team.

Mueller said the community partnerships have been the biggest reason for the business’ success. “(Customers) helped us get here and talk about us,” Mueller said.

“The biggest thing I’m grateful for is the care and support the community has given us to help us grow. It’s so exciting to get the award, and I’m so happy that we have the support that we have.”

The other nominees were Generations Skin Care, Sojourn Book Store, Edward Jones - Stephanie Johnson and Lark Appliance Repair.

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Businesses and volunteers were honored as the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of six awards.

At the chamber’s gala on April 20 with a Roaring ’20s theme, the community joined together to laud the achievements of three businesses, a nonprofit and two volunteers.

“For the chamber, it’s most important that we acknowledge the community leaders and businesses,” said Beth Schneider, the Conifer chamber’s executive director. “The community made the nominations, and almost 900 votes came in this year. That’s what makes these awards so important. The community chose who they see as leaders and who they see as businesses positively impacting our community.”

Schneider said she was proud that community voices were heard.

Norman F. Meyer Volunteer of the Year: Jodi Dolph

The Norman F. Meyer Award is given to a local resident who has shown

Business of the Year: Aspen Peak Cellars owned by Marcel and Julie Flukiger

Jodi Dolph was named the Norman F. Meyer Volunteer of the Year by the Conifer Area PHOTOS BY CODY SOWA Chamber of Commerce at its gala.

outstanding service to the mountain area. Nominees are leaders in the community who give selflessly to the betterment of their community through their continued volunteer efforts.

Dolph, who is with The Dolph Team at Keller Williams Foothills Realty, served as president and on the board of the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Beaver Ranch Park board of directors.

She volunteers at the Elevation Celebration, Conifer Christmas Parade and other Conifer events.

Dolph called it and honor that she received an award for simply doing what she likes to do. She said when she first started her business, she joined the chamber, and Melanie Swearengin, the chamber executive director at the time, made her feel welcome and introduced her to many in the business community.

Plus, she added, “the chamber has all of these fun events, and I really love to help out. That’s how it is with our small community. I just like to do that kind of stuff.”

Other nominees were Karen Heydman, Denise Bromberger, Christy Seabourne, Luna Weeks, Charlotte Wytias, Barbara Moss Murphy and Sarah Kausch.

Rookie Business of the Year: Suz Cookie Jar Rescue and Bakery owned by Sue Mueller and Jacquie Cook

Rookie Business of the Year is awarded to a business of less than two years that has shown growth from the initial idea into a successful business that contributes to the community.

Mom Sue Mueller and daughter

Business of the Year is awarded to the business that sets the standard for excellence and innovation with its business practices, social responsibility and commitment to growing in the mountain area. Nominees have demonstrated good citizenship throughout the community, including actively supporting local charities and businesses, as well as encouraging its employees to do the same.

Marcel Flukiger said he was excited that the winery and bistro had won the award, noting that the amazing team was a large part of the business’ success.

“The pandemic wasn’t easy, but we have a good work atmosphere and have created a good work environment for staff,” Marcel said. “We really appreciate our staff.”

He said manufacturing wine in-house using Colorado fruit as often as possible makes Aspen Peak Cellars out of the ordinary, and the business’ work to recycle used bottles back to sand, which is spread under the outdoor seating, is unique. The restaurant also invites local charities to host fundraising events.

The other nominees were Luna’s Mandala, Rocky Mountain Wraps, Journey Roofing, Chimney Doctors, Blizzard Mountain Pinball, Castles & Kitchens, The Dolph Team, Karen Heydman, Conifer Counseling, Foothills Architects, Evergreen Mountain Sports, Wild Iris Marketing and Conifer Jazzercise.

Home-Based Business of the Year: Ted of All Trades owned by Ted and Megan Orr

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novation with its business practices, social responsibility and commitment to growing in the mountain area. Nominees have demonstrated good citizenship throughout the community, including actively supporting local charities and businesses, from their home, truck or wherever their work takes them.

Ted of All Trades is a contractor that can do anything from major home renovations to minor home repairs, repair vehicles or snow plowing. Ted Orr said he’s been repairing vehicles and plowing snow for decades.

“My customers would ask, ‘Do you know anybody who can do this?’

And my answer was, ‘Yes, I can.’

Then we began working on homes.”

While Ted calls himself the front man, meeting customers and overseeing the work, he credits his wife Megan, who takes care of bookkeeping, scheduling and office management, as the person who has helped grow the business.

“If it wasn’t for her, we wouldn’t be where we are today,” Ted said.

He called the hallmark for the business was being prompt in getting back to people because communication was key.

Also nominated were Generations Skin Care, Wild Iris Marketing, Image Marketing, Impact Christmas Lighting and Altitude Financial Partners.

Nonprofit of the Year: Mountain Resource Center

Nonprofits deliver needed services to the community, educate the public, protect the environment, support arts and culture and improve government policies. Nonprofit of the Year recognizes organizations in the mountain area that have a positive impact on both the local economy and the mountain community.

Founded in 1990, the Mountain Resource Center strives to improve the quality of life for individuals and families living in the foothills west of Denver, providing multi-genera-

The Mountain Resource Center was named the Nonprofit of the Year by the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce. Kim Erickson, the MRC’s volunteer coordinaPHOTOS BY CODY SOWA tor, accepted the award.

tional services for individuals and families that need support.

“We are deifintely honored by the award,” said Ashley Boland, MRC’s marketing and development director. “The chamber represents so many different facets of the community. To be voted the best nonprofit really means a lot and is something we don’t take for granted.”

She added that the MRC was honored to be nominated alongside the other nonprofits that have important missions, and this community was lucky to have each of them.

Also nominated were Resilience-1220, Mountain Area Land Trust, Conifer Lobos Unified Boosters, PeaceWorks, JOY International, The Pleasant Park Grange & Schoolhouse, The Venue Theater, Conifer Area Council, StageDoor Theater, Bootstraps Inc. and Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice.

Chamber Ambassador of the Year: Jacqui Angelo

The Conifer chamber ambassadors act as liaisons between the chamber and the business community. Angelo decided to become an ambassador as a way to get to know people and support small businesses in the area. Now she is a member of the chamber board of directors.

Aspen Peak Cellars in Bailey was named the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Year. Owners Marcel and Marcel Julie Flukiger accepted the award.

Ted of All Trades owned by Ted and Megan Orr was named the Home-Based Business of the Year.

Jacqui Angelo was named the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce’s Ambassador of the Year at the awards gala that had a Roaring ’20s theme.

Sue Mueller and Jacquie Cook, owners of Suz Cookie Jar Rescue and Bakery, were named the Rookie Business of the Year.

Angelo and her husband moved to Conifer in 2018, bringing their business with them, and Angelo wanted a way to connect.

“Being very introvert, I knew it was difficult for me to put myself out there,” she explained. “Being an ambassador is a good way to meet other members of the community, other business owners, and just become involved in the community.”

She said she loved living in a mountain community and all of the connections she has made through the chamber.

“Being an ambassador was exactly what I was looking for,” Angelo said, “and more.”

Also nominated were Aimee Pless, Holly Conyers, Danna Johanson, Jessica Gentry and Stephanie Johnson.

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Mountain Area Dems to meet: Mountain Area Democrats will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 20, at the United Methodist Church of Evergreen, 3757 Ponderosa Dr. Evergreen. For more information email MountainAreaDems@gmail. com.

TUESDAY

Community Wildfire Forum: Evergreen Fire/Rescue will sponsor a Community Wildfire Forum from 6-8 p.m. May 23 in the Evergreen High School auditorium. Local, county, state and federal agency wildfire mitigation and preparedness experts will provide information on reducing the risk and preparing for wildfire.

UPCOMING

Puppies and Pizza: Puppies and Pizza will be from 10 a.m.-noon Friday, May 26, at Vertical Skills Academy, 32156 Castle Court, No. 201. The school will work with the Evergreen Animal Protective League to adopt puppies while raising funds for VSA.

Free legal clinic: A free legal clinic for people with no attorney will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 1.

Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms, and explain the process and procedure for all areas of civil litigation. Preregistration for individual 15-minute appointments is available by calling 303-235-5275.

Defensible space, home hardening presentation: Evergreen Fire/ Rescue will provide a seminar on defensible space and home hardening to prepare for wildfire at 9 a.m.

Saturday, June 3, at the department’s Administration Building, 1802 Bergen Parkway.

Day of the Arts: The fourth annual Day of the Arts will be from 2:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at Center for the Arts Evergreen. There will be kids activities, an artisan makers market, performers and more.

Memorial Day activities: The public is invited to two Memorial Day events on May 29: The first is at 9 a.m. at the Peace Memorial at Evergreen Memorial Park, 27054 N. Turkey Creek Road, Marshdale.

Flags will be placed on veterans’ graves in the park. The second is at the memorial in Buchanan Park at 11 a.m., with the theme Today’s Military. The public is invited to participate in both events.

Early People of Where Mountains Meet the Plains: Archaeologist Meg Van Ness will discuss the Early People of Where the Mountains Meet the Plains at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 4, at the Little White Schoolhouse in Conifer. It is a story of change through time, environmental adaptation, technological innovation and people. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.coniferhistoricalsociety.org.

Adult grief support group: Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice is offering a seven-week in-person adult grief support group. The next

Medlen School Days: Medlen School Days allows elementary school-aged children to experience what a mountain school was like in the 1920s during three-day camps, sponsored by the Evergreen Mountain Area Historical Society. Medlen School is a one-room schoolhouse built in 1886 on South Turkey Creek Road off U.S. 285. Camps are available on June 6-8 and June 13-15, and cost $30. Download an application at emahs.org to register. Contact Jo

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EARC meeting: The Evergreen Area Republican Club (EARC) will meet at 6 p.m. June 7 in the Evergreen Fire/Rescue Administration Building, 1802 Bergen Parkway.

Speaker will be Erik Aadland, former District 8 candidate. Independents and unaffiliated welcome.

Pizza available. Check evergreenarearepublicanclub.org for additional information.

Evergreen Crawfish Boil: The Evergreen Crawfish Boil will be June 10 at the Wild Game. Doors open at 2 p.m., with the first crawfish pour at 3 p.m. Advance tickets are $30 for adults and $20 for kids 8-17. Kids 7 and under are free. Proceeds benefit Resilience1200. Get tickets are www. evergreencrawfishboil.com.

Rotary Peace Park dedication: The Rotary of Conifer Peace Park dedication will be at 4 p.m.

Sunday, June 11, at the Aspen Park Community Center on Sutton Road.

This celebration will feature reflections on peacebuilding and music of peace. Current and incoming Rotary Governors for District 5450 will speak, along with others whose work and life have been dedicated to peacebuilding.

Barbed wire removal: Wild Aware is sponsoring volunteer barbed wire removal days at DeDisse Park from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on June 17, July 22 and Aug. 19. For more information, visit wildaware.org.

Camp Comfort Weekend Camps: Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice’s Camp Comfort for children 6-12 who have lost a loved one will be June 16-18 and July 7-9 at the Rocky Mountain Village Easter Seals Camp, 2644 Alvarado Road, Empire. Cost is free for all children thanks to donors, but a $25 deposit is required per child to hold their spot. Visit campcomfort.org for more information and to register.

Evergreen rodeo and parade: The 57th annual Evergreen Rodeo Parade and Rodeo will be Father’s Day weekend with a theme “She’s Back

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in the Saddle, Again.” The rodeo parade starts at 10 a.m. June 17 in downtown Evergreen. The rodeo will be at 5 p.m. June 17 and 2 p.m. June 18 at the Evergreen Rodeo grounds.

Cowboy church will be at 7:30 a.m.

June 18.

Crow Hill Insurance Shred-athon: Crow Hill Insurance will host its 12th annual community ShredA-Thon from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 17, at 460 County Road 43, Bailey. Dispose of documents that contain sensitive information. The event is free, though donations to the Blue Spruce Habitat for Humanity are accepted. Habitat’s delivery truck will be on site to accept select reusable/resalable furniture and housewares.

Summer Memorial: Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice will host a Summer Memorial on the evening of the Summer Solstice so people can gather in remembrance of those they have lost as leaders read their names and honor their lives. The event will be at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, June 21, in the Mount Evans large conference room, 3081 Bergen Peak Road, Evergreen.

Bailey Day: Bailey Day will be from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 24 in downtown Bailey. Bands, food, vendor booths, kids activities and more highlight the street festival.

Spring Clean Recycle Day: Evergreen Sustainability Alliance’s Spring Clean Recycle Day will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 24 at Evergreen Lutheran Church, 5980 Highway 73. It is collecting all types of electronics and small appliances, block Styrofoam, paint, glass, batteries, old pens/markers, toothpaste tubes and toothbrushes, Christmas tins, TV dishes with cables and clothes. Recommended donation for a collection of recyclables is $20.

If you have a carload, ESA would appreciate a larger donation to cover its costs. TVs are an additional $25 fee each and will be collected at time of dropoff.

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Steve Garran with Foothills Fire and Rescue joins other area firefighters during a multiagency training on hoses at Elk Meadow in Evergreen on May 13. Evergreen Fire/Rescue PHOTOS BY SARA HERTWIG hosted the training.

TRAINING

Assessing structures

As a wildfire approaches, fire departments use a triage approach to look at structures and determine which can be saved and which can’t.

A team of firefighters comes to homes, and in 15 minutes, assesses whether they likely could survive a wildfire, whether it could survive with minimal or a large amount of work from firefighters, or whether there wouldn’t be enough time before the wildfire arrived to make the home able to survive a wildfire.

Firefighters look for whether there are faucets and hoses near the house, whether the house has been prepared in case of wildfire called home hardening and whether mitigation has been done around the home. Jensen said driveways also are a concern, especially if they are steep, have curves or if there’s a gate across it.

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a wildfire. Jensen said using the pumps to get water from tenders, which are fire trucks that haul water to a scene, is crucial since many areas in the foothills don’t have hydrants.

He explained that wildland hoses weigh less and the smaller, so they can be moved longer distances more easily.

Matt White, Evergreen Fire/Rescues fire and fuels coordinator, told crews that they have learned that not all departments have compatible connectors between hoses, an issue that can easily be fixed. He also said crews shouldn’t wait to get water onto the fire while more hoses are being connected.

Foothills firefighter Ken Tillis helps Kira Brannan place a fire truck near hoses to practice training.

Of special concern are propane tanks, whether small tanks for grills or large tanks for home heating, since they are highly combustible.

Firefighters also are looking to see whether firewood is stacked next to a home.

In addition, they want to make sure there’s a safety zone for firefighters in case a wildfire comes upon them as they are fighting the blaze.

Four homeowners in the Pine Valley neighborhood in Clear Creek County volunteered their homes to firefighters to assess, and after different teams performed their assessments, they compared notes on what they found or didn’t find.

Digging lines

dinate their efforts.

Jensen noted that wildland firefighting is a lot of digging to help create a break to slow down wildfires.

“It’s a lot easier on everyone if we work together,” Capt. Peter Greenstone with Genesee Fire Rescue told a crew.

He suggested that the wildland crews find tools that are comfortable to use since they likely will be digging lines for many hours.

Lt. Mike Amdur with Foothills Fire and Rescue said that if crew members know the area, they should bring that local knowledge to the rest of the firefighters.

“Even if this is your first season (on the crew), if you have an idea, share it,” Greenstone added.

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Rocky Mountain National Park entry fees to go cashless Starts this summer

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Make sure to pack your credit or debit card along with your hiking boots if you’re visiting Rocky Mountain National Park this summer. The park will stop accepting cash payments for entrance and permit fees starting June 1.

The change will allow one of the country’s busiest national parks to cut back on time rangers spend handling cash at crowded entry gates, according to a release from the National Park Service. It will also help streamline fee management behind the scenes.

You can still purchase a number of entry passes at one of the park’s main gates with cards or mobile payment options. But, if you want to speed up your entry, NPS officials recommend buying one online before your visit along with a separate timed-entry permit, which is required from May 26 through Oct. 22.

Visitors can still buy park entrance passes with cash at a few locations outside of the park, according to NPS. They include the Rocky Mountain Conservancy Nature Store at Beaver Meadows and the Fall River or Kawuneeche Visitor Centers.

Here’s what to know before heading to the park:

What type of passes are available?

The NPS offers over a dozen different types of passes to get into Rocky.

One-day vehicle passes cost $30 and cover non-commercial vehicles with less than 16 passengers. You can also buy one-day passes for entry by bike or foot. Seven-day passes are also an option.

If you’re planning to visit multiple national parks this year, you can buy an annual pass that covers admission to all parks in the system for $80. You can buy those online or in-person.

Seniors, veterans and students can also get special passes for free or reduced rates.

What about camping?

The NPS says it’s also going completely cashless for payments and fees associated with campgrounds inside of Rocky starting June 1.

Overnight visitors must make reservations online ahead of time for most campsites. Timed-entry permits are included with all camping reservations.

Are stores inside the park also going cashless?

The cashless switch only applies to entry and permit fees, according to the NPS. Rocky has a small, conveniencelike store and a coffee shop, which

Entrance sign to Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

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How do I get a timed-entry permit?

Rocky is implementing another iteration of its timed-entry program this summer to help manage crowds, which means you’ll need to snag a free permit prior to your visit. A timed-entry permit is required for everyone entering the park between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. between late May and October.

There are two different types of timed-entry permits.

A regular Park Access permit gets you access to most areas of the park outside of the popular Bear Lake

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A Park Access+ entry permit includes access to Bear Lake Road, as well as other areas of Rocky.

Are other Colorado national parks going cashless?

Yes, Mesa Verde National Park and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument will go cashless this summer, according to the NPS. Bent’s Old Fort National Historic Site in southeast Colorado will also go cashless.

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Food justrice programs struggle to survive post pandemic

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A handful of volunteers stooped over a gray patch of soil at FrontLine Farming in Arvada, grooming the stubborn dirt with rakes to prepare for spring planting. Potatoes, onions, greens and root vegetables will be put in the ground later this spring to feed low-income families in the metro area.

Nearby, a small group of chickens clucked against the harsh winds rattling their pen. Bees will soon populate vacant hives and start producing honey, adding to FrontLine Farming’s stockpile of fresh food the 2-acre organic farm provides to struggling households at the edge of the economic abyss.

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10:15 am only Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86017266569 On Sunday mornings you can expect contemporary live music, Children’s Ministry In-Meadow: 2nd Sunday of the month at 9:30 a.m. that seeks to love and care for your kids, teaching from the Bible, and a communi--June through September— ty of real people who are imperfect, but seek to honor God in their lives. We hope 27640 Highway 74 – ¼ mile east of downtown Evergreen to welcome you soon to either our 9:30AM or 11:00AM Sunday service. at the Historic Bell Tower LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CHURCH – EPC Search Bergen Park Church on YouTube for Livestream service at 9:30am www.transfigurationevergreen.org 1036 El Rancho Rd, Evergreen – (303) 526-9287 31919 Rocky Village Dr. 303-674-5484 www.lomcc.org – office@lomcc.org info@bergenparkchurch.org / www.BergenParkChurch.org Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m., with communion every Sunday CONGREGATION BETH EVERGREEN (SYNAGOGUE) “Real Church In An UnReal World” Reconstructionist Synagogue CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH SERVICES A community empowered by the Holy Spirit which seeks authentic relationships Rabbi Jamie Arnold 28244 Harebell Lane with God and others to share the good news of Jesus with Evergreen, the Front www.BethEvergreen.org / (303) 670-4294 Sunday Service & Sunday School 10am Range and the world. Come as you are, all are welcome!

2981 Bergen Peak Drive (behind Life Care) Wednesday Evening 7:30pm, Zoom options available Contact: clerk@christianscienceevergreen.com for ZOOM link CONIFER CHURCH OF CHRIST MOUNTAIN REVIVAL CHURCH Reading Room 4602 Pletner Lane, Unit 2E, Evergreen “Doing Bible Things in Bible Ways” “Baptizing the Mountains in Jesus Name” OPEN TUE-SAT 12PM - 3PM 11825 U.S. Hwy. 285, Conifer, CO 80433 Sundays 11:00 am & Wednesdays 7:00 pm Sun: 9:00a.m. Bible Study-10:00a.m. Worship; Wed: Bible Study 7:00p.m.

Location: Aspen Park Community Center CHURCH OF THE CROSS 26215 Sutton Road, Conifer, CO 80433 Please join us for Sunday worship at 28253 Meadow Drive, Evergreen (Additional parking at the Park & Ride next to Big O Tires) EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) or visit www.churchotc.com 720-770-0380 Call, Text, or Just Drop In 27772 Iris Drive, Evergreen - 303-674-3413 8:30am Traditional Service www.mountainrevival.org www.EvergreenChristianChurch.org - eccdoc01@gmail.com 10:30am Contemporary Service Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m., with communion every Sunday Communion is served every Sunday at both services. All are welcome!

We are an inclusive faith community and welcome you to join us Visit our website at www.churchotc.com for info on church activities. in our new ministry journey.

28253 Meadow Drive, Evergreen • 303-674-4130 • office@churchotc.com

PLATTE CANYON COMMUNITY CHURCH Located: 4954 County Road 64 in Bailey. Office hours MWF 8am-1pm 303-838-4409, Worship & Children’s Church at 10am Small group studies for all ages at 9am Transitional Pastor: Mark Chadwick Youth Pastor: Jay Vonesh Other activities: Youth groups, Men’s/Women’s ministries, Bible studies, VBS, MOPS, Cub/Boy Scouts.

ROCKLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH “Connecting all generations to Jesus” Please check our website, www.Rockland.church, for updated service times ¼ mile north of I-70 at exit 254 17 S Mt. Vernon Country Club Rd., Golden, CO 80401 303-526-0668 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF EVERGREEN Rev. Sarah Clark • 303.674.4810 • www.evergreenumc.org 3757 Ponderosa Dr. across Hwy 74 from Safeway in Evergreen Join us in person every Sunday at 10:00am for worship “Open Hearts, Open Doors, Open Minds”

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NOW HERE’S A TIP * “Store kitchen matches wrapped in tin foil to keep them dry when on camping or fishing trips. You can also store them in an empty pill bottle if they are the short kind. If you fill paper egg carton cups with dryer lint and drizzle it with wax, you can cut the cups apart and you’ll have small firestarters for your campfires. My family does a lot of camping in the summer, and we use these every time.”

-- K.R. in Missouri * To get scorched pan bottoms clean, scrub with sudsy ammonia and rinse well. * “Baby food jars make wonderful organizer containers; most people know that. But you can make a great first cup from a baby food jar. Screw on the lid tightly and poke holes along one side. Baby can tip and sip, but not much will come out. They are just the right size for small hands.” -- M.W. in Alabama

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Jefferson County Press Listing * Expenditures for 04/28/2023-05/04/2023 BRANDL AUTO CONNECTION Christopher Rasmussen Ciara Dawn Sebecke Cruz R Rangel David & Lisabeth Smith DEALERDOC LLC GARY W BERNAL SR Glen & Lori Merica Joshua Michael Arensdorf KYLE THOMPSON LARRY H MILLER FORD LAKEWOOD Michael Edward Coulter ROBERT E TAYLOR Scott A Enderich SOOPER CREDIT UNION Title Licensing and Courier Inc US Bank WM Richard Fuller Jr & Donna K Fuller Clerk & Recorder Custodial Fund Total ADVANCED NETWORK MANAGEMENT, INC ADVANCED NETWORK MANAGEMENT, INC ADVANCED NETWORK MANAGEMENT, INC AIRPRO INC Alpine Credit Inc ALTITUDE BUILDING AUTOMATION INC APPENDANCE INC ARAMARK CORRECTIONAL SERVICES LLC ARAMARK CORRECTIONAL SERVICES LLC ARAPAHOE FIRE PROTECTION LLC ARVADA, CITY OF BECKY ADAMS BOB BARKER COMPANY INC BOB BARKER COMPANY INC BOB BARKER COMPANY INC BRITTNEY ZENA RIETVELD CAL REPORTING LLC CANON SOLUTIONS AMERICA CARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORP CARLEEN OF GOLDEN INC CDW GOVERNMENT CENTURYLINK Ciria Yvette Hinojosa CLIENT PAYMENT COLO DISTRICT ATTORNEYS COUNCIL COLO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION COLORADO 4-H SENATE COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA Conditioned Air Corporation CONSOLIDATED MUTUAL WATER COMPANY CORE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE COVENDIS Dawn Cononica DEAN R DAVIS EAP GLASS SERVICE LC EMERGENCY SERVICES MARKETING CORP INC EMPLOYERS COUNCIL SERVICES INC Evan Weigel FEDEX GROUND INC FOOTHILLS ANIMAL SHELTER FORVIS LLP Francy Law Firm PC GALLS LLC GARVINS SEWER SERVICE INC GFL ENVIRONMENTAL GIMMAL LLC GOLDEN, CITY OF GPS Servers LLC GRAINGER Heather Damon HLP INC I70 AND HARLAN TOWING INC INFORMA TECH HOLDINGS LLC INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR INC INTERVENTION COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS SVC INTERVENTION INC JACKS TIRE & OIL MANAGEMENT CO INC DBA A & E TIRE JAIME BROWER PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES JENNIFER E FAIRWEATHER Jessica Roybal JOB STORE INC, THE JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP Jonathan Hallam JUSTINE M DAVROS JY Corporation DBA Mesa Motor Inn KCG DRUG ALCOHOL SOLUTIONS KEN CARYL GLASS INC KEN CARYL RANCH WATER & SANIT DIST KENIETH T BACON KLEEN TECH SERVICES LANDMARK LINCOLN Larry D Harvey Law Offices of Nelson & Kennard LENNAR COLORADO LLC Lyanne Marie Mathies Maylee Barraza Maylee Barraza MCGEE COMPANY MONDAY.COM LTD Murr Siler & Accomazzo PC NATHANIEL GOECKNER Nicholas Chin Peggy Harnish PROFORCE LAW ENFORCEMENT Provest LLC PURPLE COMMUNICATIONS INC Quality Affordable Furniture Rental QUICK SET AUTO GLASS RAPID FIRE PROTECTION, INC. RECOVERY MONITORING SOLUTIONS CORPORATION RIGHT ON LEARNING INC ROCKY MOUNTAIN BOTTLED WATER RX TURF TREE & PASTURE SOLARWINDS INC SOLENBERGER, DIANA

Motor Vehicle Overpayments 1,684.25 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 640.30 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 119.60 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 119.60 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 729.81 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 119.60 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 68.06 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 179.94 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 201.69 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 119.60 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 37.31 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 1,146.87 Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Motor Vehicle Overpayments

71.60 5,279.23

Consultant Services

2,455.56

Maintenance Agreement

18,401.68

Software as a Services (SaaS)86,788.41 Equipment Maintenance 360.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Maintenance Agreement 1,625.00 Training & Education 6,599.00 Recognition/Appreciation

225.20

Contract Services 50,153.56 Building Maintenance 3,270.49 Water & Sanitation Services 110.60 Training & Education 241.50 Office Supplies 1,987.00 Hygiene Supplies 3,331.62 Laundry Supplies 1,627.50 Telephone Services 52.99 Services & Charges 0.05 Equipment Maintenance 4,199.04 Software as a Services (SaaS) 3,210.00 Police Supplies 300.00 Computer Hardware & Software3,820.40 Traffic Signal Services 745.81 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Trial Expense 416.01 Meetings & Seminars 52.20 Revenue Refunds 2,040.00 Meetings & Seminars 60.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 434.20 Deed Advertising Clearing 129.88 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Water & Sanitation Services 499.20 Heat & Power 673.50 Contract Services 828.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 45.00 Miscellaneous Contract Services 422.50 Building Maintenance 740.24 Software Maintenance Agreement 305.00 Contract Services 2,681.25 Service of Process Fee Returns 84.00 Postage 36.94 Due to Pet Data-Animal Licenses 320.00 Accounting & Auditing 67,475.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 60.00 Police Supplies 262.72 Building Maintenance 523.00 Trash Removal Services 364.05 Services & Charges 0.06 Water & Sanitation Services 38,225.32 Service of Process Fee Returns 45.00 Office Supplies 53.52 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Software Maintenance Agreement 13,680.00 Wrecker Services 1,500.00 Consultant Services 18,500.00 Computer Hardware & Software 233,573.00 Contract Services Contract Services

965.00 2,781.00

Vehicle & Equipment Parts

823.28

Contract Services 1,250.00 County Travel 150.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Temporary Agencies 1,185.08 Maintenance Agreement 1,104.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 County Travel 185.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 88.50 Services & Charges 20.00 Building Maintenance 21,546.00 Water & Sanitation Services 248.21 Training & Education 241.50 Building Maintenance 3,671.00 Commercial Repairs 1,224.41 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 75.00 Revenue Refunds 3,786.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 Mileage 0.63 County Travel 104.50 Building Maintenance 1,972.76 Software as a Services (SaaS) 1,819.65 Service of Process Fee Returns 91.50 Mileage 54.63 Service of Process Fee Returns 87.00 Service of Process Fee Returns 86.50 Police Supplies 733.20 Service of Process Fee Returns 30.00 Professional & Technical Services 436.92 Service of Process Fee Returns 90.00 Commercial Repairs 2,040.00 Life Safety Maintenance 1,295.00 Services & Charges Services & Charges Services & Charges Environmental Services Maintenance Agreement Program Supplies

185.00 0.07 44.86 2,500.00 4,665.00 80.00

SOLENBERGER, DIANA SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS Springman Braden Wilson & Pontius PC STERICYCLE INC STERICYCLE INC Sue Ferrere SUMMIT TOPCO LP DBA CLASSIC COLLISION LITTLETON T MOBILE TAG Process Service TRI-TECH FORENSICS Tschetter Sulzer PC TWIN CITY SECURITY INC VULCAN FIRE LLC WESTERN PAPER DISTRIBUTORS INC WESTERN PAPER DISTRIBUTORS INC WESTERN PAPER DISTRIBUTORS INC WESTERN PAPER DISTRIBUTORS INC WESTOVER CORP DBA ALBIREO ENERGY WESTOVER CORP DBA ALBIREO ENERGY WRIGHT PEST CONTROL INC XCEL ENERGY General Fund Total

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice

Mileage 221.98 Janitorial Supplies 47.36 Office Supplies 1,653.70 Kitchen Supplies 61.18 Service of Process Fee Returns 52.00 Medical Services 1,135.16 Services & Charges 0.08 Computer Supplies/ Software/Equipment 100.00 Commercial Repairs 7,841.78 Telephone Services 42,827.75 Service of Process Fee Returns 15.00 General Supplies 940.50 Service of Process Fee Returns 1,935.50 Building Maintenance 8,066.20 Equipment Maintenance 3,161.41 Janitorial Supplies 3,140.35 Office Supplies 105.54 Hygiene Supplies 320.85 Medical Supplies/Drugs 2,800.20 Equipment Maintenance Miscellaneous Contract Services Maintenance Agreement Heat & Power

387.50 1,662.50 805.00 50,551.24 757,148.98

CORRECTIONAL PSYCHOLOGY ASSOC Miscellaneous Contract Services 16,741.70 VISIONARY COMUPTER CONSULTING INC Miscellaneous Contract Services 500.00 General Fund Grants Total 17,241.70 DRUG TECHS LLC Laboratory Services EXPLORE INFORMATION SERVICES LLC Contract Services Insurance Fund Total TRISTAR INSURANCE GROUP Worker’s Compensation Fund Total ALARM DETECTION SYSTEMS INC Angel Flores ARVADA RENT ALLS INC CDR ASSOCIATES COLORADO BARRICADE COMPANY COLUMBIA SANITARY SERVICE INC EVERGREEN METRO DISTRICT FASTSIGNS Fordyce Lux KEN CARYL RANCH WATER & SANIT DIST MEGAN E KREUTZER REPUBLIC SERVICES INC VERIZON WIRELESS VERONICA MORALES WASTE MANAGEMENT OF COLO INC WESTERN DISPOSAL INC WRIGHT PEST CONTROL INC XCEL ENERGY Open Space Fund Total

Workers Compensation Self-Insured Claims Security Services Training & Education Equipment Rental Consultant Services Miscellaneous Contract Services Miscellaneous Contract Services Water & Sanitation Services Sign Maintenance Supplies Clothing Supplies

983.85 2,067.30 3,051.15 9,636.30 9,636.30 675.11 19.70 928.73 2,546.25 5,000.00 3,045.00 265.99 4,657.22 106.00

Water & Sanitation Services 152.61 Mileage 21.25 Trash Removal Services 2,622.88 Telephone Services 5,943.56 Miscellaneous Contract Services 150.00 Trash Removal Services 312.91 Trash Removal Services 181.73 Miscellaneous Contract Services 85.00 Heat & Power 2,618.40 29,332.34

ALSCO DENVER INDUSTRIAL Janitorial Services 571.09 ARAMARK Janitorial Services 208.00 Brian Lynch Clothing Supplies 52.87 CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY Medical Services 264.10 FASTENAL COMPANY Life Safety Supplies 583.84 FELSBURG HOLT & ULLEVIG INC Road & Street Improvements 13,365.00 GOLDEN, CITY OF Water & Sanitation Services 140.60 LAKEHURST WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT Irrigation Water Services 40.86 MARTIN MARIETTA Pavement Mgt Materials 12,541.14 MEADOWBROOK WATER DISTRICT Irrigation Water Services 87.00 MOUNTAIN VIEW WASTE SYSTEMS LLC Trash Removal Services 198.76 OXFORD RECYCLING INC Disposal of Construction Spoils 120.00 SMYRNA READY MIX CONCRETE LLC Concrete Supplies 1,839.50 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF COLO INC Trash Removal Services 641.57 308.50 WESTERN DISPOSAL INC Trash Removal Services WILLOWBROOK WATER & SANITATION DIST Irrigation Water Services 62.20 XCEL ENERGY Traffic Related Power 13,954.71 XCEL ENERGY Irrigation Water Services 42.92 Road & Bridge Fund Total 45,022.66 A&A LANGUAGES LLC ALYSIA C JACOBS AMANDA M MUNN AMANDA M MUNN Amanda Tovar AMBER NICOLE HOFFMEISTER Angelyn Ritt Anyssa Vela ASHLAN CIERRA MASSE Ashley Hoffman ATHENA CONSULTING LLC Becca Largent CHARLENE SLOVER PSY D CLIENT PAYMENT CLIENT PAYMENT CLIENT PAYMENT COLO DEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT COLO FAMILY SUPPORT COUNCIL COMMUNITY SAFETY 1ST INC CONTACT WIRELESS CROSSROADSX COUNSELING PROFESSIONAL LLC DARCI LYNN RODECAP DSD CIVIL DIVISION ELDER CONCIERGE SERVICES INC EMILY N ROUNDS Emily Scott Erin Sita Esther Kim FREMONT COUNTY SHERIFF Irena Kozhushko JANE HOFFMANN RN MS CS JENNA KELLEY Jennifer Brodis Jill Hatch

HS-Professional & Technical Services HS-Mileage HS-Food & Beverages HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services HS-Mileage HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services HS-Assistance Payments Other HS-Assistance Payments County Paid HS-Assistance Payments Rent

300.00 175.63 25.96 488.75 238.13 30.56 273.06 171.94 162.63 238.50 510.34 207.13 270.00 8,503.98 3,839.00 9,389.00

HS-Document Copy Supplies 40.00 HS-Training & Education 3,600.00 HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services 700.00 HS-Contract Services 480.25 HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,430.00 HS-Mileage 54.75 HS-Process Of Service 21.20 HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services 173.25 HS-Mileage 170.63 HS-Mileage 39.38 HS-Mileage 148.94 HS-Mileage 104.13 HS-Process Of Service 115.08 HS-Mileage 136.60 HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,365.00 HS-Mileage 132.31 HS-Mileage 138.27 HS-Mileage 235.38

JILL KATHLEEN HENDERSON JORDAN L Frank Jordan Sutherland JULIE A MONZINGO Kaila Ugarte KATIE MEREDITH DROESSLER Kelsey Payne KIRSTEN F WOOD Krista Mahuron KRISTA THOGERSEN LANGUAGE NEXUS INC Mary Parker MATTHEW R ENGEMOEN Meghan Poi MIKAELA ZAMORA MOLLY A HEGGE Nyriah Kendra Tovar RACHEL JAUNITA OPEL REBECCA ELAINE HJELLMING REBECCA JEAN CHRISTLE SAMANTHA K TOLMAN SARA HARDWICK SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS Stephanie Savolt Teresa Smith VERONICA A MYERS WAKING LIFE COUNSELING LLC Social Services Fund Total AT&T MOBILITY BEAVER RUN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION JEFFERSON CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH ROYAL CREST DAIRY INC SECURITY CENTRAL INC SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS US FOODS INC Head Start Fund Total

HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Office Supplies HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Mileage HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services

212.06 327.94 97.88 65.00 105.44 105.94 319.81 85.00 15.88 183.88 525.00 98.90 136.81 212.13 317.06 273.13 93.44 431.19 364.38 21.50 216.56 187.46 5,985.23 33.88 162.81 188.66 1,325.00 46,001.75 78.48

HS-Training & Education HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services HS-Food Supplies HS-Services & Charges HS-Office Supplies HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services

8,620.56

DELTA DENTAL OF COLO

5,674.94 320.14 122.46 444.50

LOCKTON COMPANIES LLC OPTUM BANK INC

3,435.38 18,696.46

UNITED HEALTHCARE VISION SERVICE PLAN Benefit Plan Fund Total

HS-Assistance Payments Other

ATHENA CONSULTING LLC

HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services 8,807.31 HS-Competency Assistance 6,525.00 HS-Fingerprints Assistance 375.00 HS-Assistance Payments Other 692.72

HS-Job Skills Training HS-Mileage HS-County Travel HS-Mileage HS-Furniture & Equipment - Non Capital SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS HS-Office Supplies TRACEY BLUSTEIN LLC HS-Miscellaneous Contract Services Workforce Development Fund Grants Total URBAN PLAY STUDIO LLC Head Start Fund Grants Total A&E TIRE CINTAS CORP CO KENWORTH LLC DBA MHC KENWORTH OJ WATSON COMPANY INC QUICK SET AUTO GLASS ROCKY MOUNTAIN BOTTLED WATER SENERGY PETROLEUM LLC Fleet Services Fund Total AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC

Building Supplies 127.95 Propane 15.79 Mileage 50.31 Postage 2,280.68 Library Books & Materials-Print 1,920.59 Library Books & Materials -DVD 5,372.78 MIDWEST TAPE Library Books & Materials -Audio Book 531.90 NORTH FORK LIBRARY ASSOC Professional & Technical Services 1,500.00 OVERDRIVE INC Electronic Supplies 1,381.05 OVERDRIVE INC Library Books & Materials-Digital 21,173.26 PLAYAWAY PRODUCTS LLC Library Books & Materials-Audio Book 319.85 PROFESSIONAL SIGN LANGUAGE Professional & INTERPRETING INC Technical Services 255.50 RAVEN PRINTING CENTERS INC Printing Services 689.92 RENE KAY YAWS Mileage 264.94 REPUBLIC SERVICES INC Trash Removal Services 1,884.82 SCHOLASTICS INC Special Events Supplies 4,024.86 SENIORS RESOURCE CENTER Heat & Power 314.67 SENIORS RESOURCE CENTER Water & Sanitation Services 113.19 STAT COURIER SERVICE INC Delivery Charges 33,435.70 T MOBILE Telephone Services 981.75 Terri Faulkner Mileage 32.50 ULINE SHIPPING SUPPLY SPECIALISTS Janitorial Supplies 224.46 ULINE SHIPPING SUPPLY SPECIALISTS General Supplies 824.08 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY Janitorial Supplies 848.25 XCEL ENERGY Heat & Power 32,498.05 Library Fund Total 276,150.41

HS-Telephone Services

CLIENT PAYMENT Social Service Fund Grants Total

CLIENT PAYMENT CLIENT PAYMENT CLIENT PAYMENT CO NONPROFIT DEV CENTER DBA BENEFITS IN ACTION Diana Herring-Stark Diana Herring-Stark ROSA MARIA BUFFALO SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS

LAKE RIDGE ACE HARDWARE LAKE RIDGE ACE HARDWARE Lauren Zuercher MARKETABILITY MIDWEST TAPE MIDWEST TAPE

HS-Furniture & Equipment - Non Capital

32.62 32.62

1,106.00 68.50 223.49 38.75 13,400.00 272.91 1,031.25 32,540.93 3,654.10 3,654.10

Tires Services & Charges

1,525.50 415.61

Vehicle & Equipment Parts Machinery & Equipment Equipment Maintenance Services & Charges Motor Oil

1,027.18 44,273.00 590.00 30.00 11,658.82 59,520.11

Computer Supplies/ Software/Equipment 95.13 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC Office Supplies 57.11 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC Recognition/Appreciation 111.90 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC General Supplies 4,108.25 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC Special Events Supplies 800.06 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC Food Supplies 92.61 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC Library Books & Materials-Print 1,544.31 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC Library Books & Materials-DVD 564.41 AMAZON WEB SERVICES INC Software Maintenance Agreement 4,401.08 ARMSTRONG SWEEPING INC Lawn & Grounds Maintenance 960.00 ARVADA, CITY OF Water & Sanitation Services 399.87 AT&T MOBILITY Telephone Services 2,257.21 BAILEY TREE LLC Lawn & Grounds Maintenance 5,875.00 BAKER & TAYLOR COMPANY INC Special Events Supplies 2,885.44 BAKER & TAYLOR COMPANY INC Library Books & Materials-Digital 39,921.76 BAKER & TAYLOR COMPANY INC Library Books & Materials -VAS 10,143.00 BAKER & TAYLOR COMPANY INC Library Books & Materials -Print 44,140.33 BANCROFT CLOVER W AND S DISTRICT Water & Sanitation Services 130.99 BEAR CREEK LANDSCAPE CO LLC Snow Removal Services 755.00 BIBLIO XPO CORPORATION Furniture & Equipment - Non Capital 12,175.73 CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY General Supplies 224.15 CLEAR CREEK GRAPHIC SERVICES INC Printing Services 195.00 CONSOLIDATED MUTUAL WATER COMPANY Water & Sanitation Services 97.00 CREATIVE FINANCIAL STAFFING LLC Temporary Agencies 752.50 DANIELLE J ERICKSON Mileage 371.31 DENNIS PAIGE Programs 150.00 EMERALD ISLE LANDSCAPING INC Lawn & Grounds Maintenance 13,718.67 EPPSTEIN UHEN ARCHITECTS INC Building Construction & Design 6,527.90 FEDEX GROUND INC Postage 11.10 FEDEX GROUND INC Courier Charges 174.02 FLUORESCENT MAINTENANCE COMPANY Electrical Maintenance 272.27 FRUITGUYS LLC, THE Food Supplies 401.00 GOLDEN, CITY OF Water & Sanitation Services 342.62 HAYNES MECHANICAL SYSTEMS HVAC Services 3,073.00 INGRAM LIBRARY SERVICES Library Books & Materials-VAS 100.01 INGRAM LIBRARY SERVICES Library Books & Materials-Print 1,437.58 INTERMOUNTAIN SAFETY SHOES JCSO Uniforms (Goods/Inventory) 89.90 JANELL D KERSKI Mileage 41.75 JCPL FOUNDATION Undistributed Receipts Library Foundation 3,641.34 JEFFERSON CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH Programs 600.00 JULIANNA SIPEKI Mileage 132.50 KARISE N DOUB Mileage 252.25 KATHY SPANSKI PHOTOGRAPHY Professional & Technical Services 300.00 KELLY SPICERS STORES Photocopy Supplies 341.00 KIMBERLY NILSON Programs 80.00 KONE INC Equipment Maintenance 337.50

QCERA INC

Delta Dental Insurance Claims Broker Fees Miscellaneous Contract Services Professional & Technical Services UHC Medical Claims Insurance

15,358.20 15,025.67 1,526.56 2,500.00 220,567.87 26,520.57 281,498.87

CLIFTON LARSON ALLEN LLP American Rescue Plan Total

Consultant Services

2,690.63 2,690.63

AARON L KILBON CHAD E BINGHAM COLO DEPT OF AGRICULTURE GALLS LLC JAMES A VALBERT JERRY T CHRACHOL Patrol Fund Total

County Travel County Travel Equipment Maintenance Police Supplies County Travel County Travel

829.50 259.00 56.00 295.00 259.00 12.00 1,710.50

General Supplies General Supplies

574.36 33.12 607.48

ARAMARK CORRECTIONAL SERVICES LLC KEEFE COMMISSARY NETWORK LLC Inmate Welfare Fund Total AMINDA A RAMIG AMINDA A RAMIG CDW GOVERNMENT COLO DEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT GREG GIDDINS T MOBILE Public Health Fund Total

Professional Dues & Memberships Mileage Computer Supplies/ Software/Equipment Intergovernmental To State Professional & Technical Services Telephone Services

4IMPRINT INC General Supplies ASD HEALTHCARE Medical Supplies/Drugs COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA Advertising & Publishing COMMUNITY LANGUAGE COOPERATIVE Professional & Technical Services Dana Von Schaumburg Mileage GLAXOSMITHKLINE LLC Medical Supplies/Drugs Jennifer Virdin Mileage JESSICA HAVENS CONSULTING LLC Consultant Services KATHERINE G LAZAR Professional & Technical Services KELLY RENE KAST Meetings & Seminars KELLY RENE KAST Mileage LATINAS COMMUNITY Professional CONNECTIONS SERVICES LLC & Technical Services MEDICAL SYSTEMS OF DENVER INC Medical Supplies/Drugs REACH OUT AND READ COLORADO Professional & Technical Services REGAN BYRD CONSULTING LLC Professional & Technical Services SPRING INSTITUTE Professional & Technical Services Tatiana Dykes Food & Beverages Tatiana Dykes Mileage Public Health Fund Grants Total AMERICAN TREE ANDREW NERZ AT&T MOBILITY CENTURYLINK CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER JVIATION A WOOLPERT COMPANY SILVER CLOUD PROP MAINT DBA ACC JANITORIAL SRVS WASTE MANAGEMENT OF COLO INC Airport Fund Total

130.00 13.75 19,712.38 645.00 10,395.50 4,700.87 35,597.50 639.64 786.26 1,674.40 150.00 22.81 2,923.76 37.63 7,500.00 6,760.00 427.03 26.63 14,400.00 409.64 312.48 8,167.00 384.76 150.00 4.38 44,776.42

Lawn & Grounds Maintenance 1,105.00 County Travel 178.00 Telephone Services 516.86 Telephone Services 52.57 Repair & Maintenance Supplies 100.00 Miscellaneous Contract Services 6,634.00 Miscellaneous Contract Services 2,200.00 Trash Removal Services 218.35 11,004.78

ALFRED BENESCH & COMPANY Road Design 15,718.48 FELSBURG HOLT & ULLEVIG INC Road & Street Improvements 15,280.00 GROUND ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS INC Road & Street Improvements 7,811.50 Southeast Sales Tax - Capital Project Fund Total 38,809.98 SOUDER MILLER & ASSOCIATES Contract Services XCEL ENERGY Heat & Power Solid Waste Emergency Reserve Fund Total GOLDEN, CITY OF

HS-Sub Awards - Intergovernmental HS-Sub Awards ñ Non Governmental SALVATION ARMY HS-Sub Awards ñ Non Governmental SOURCE OFFICE PRODUCTS HS-Office Supplies Community Development Fund Grants Total RECOVERYWORKS

OPTUM BANK INC Payroll Clearing Total GRAND TOTAL Legal Notice No. CC 1260 Last Publication: May 18, 2023

9,475.00 31.27 9,506.27 2,374.97 8,796.60 10,296.00 176.37 21,643.94

Health Savings Account

7,388.06 7,388.06 1,758,543.17 First Publication: May 18, 2023 Publisher: Canyon Courier

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food security,” Emmad said. “Inflation is causing people to come to us and say, ‘Oh my God, it is just getting harder and harder.’

“And we will be there for them,” she said.

FrontLine Farming produced 120 different crops in 2022, including varieties grown from organic, heirloom and climate-adjusted seeds. In all, the farm served 15,000 pounds of food to 195 families or 563 people, Kasey Neiss, the farm’s data activist and systems manager, said in an email.

The farm’s 16-week Community Supported Agriculture initiative offered vegetables and flowers from its three farm sites, as well as meats from Wild Boyd Farm in Matheson and mushrooms from Sugar Moon Mushrooms in Bennett.

At least 13 families last season paid for their CSA share with federal SNAP — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — benefits and received discounted prices through the Double Up Food Bucks program, Neiss said. Sixty families received their CSA share at no cost through the federal Women, Infants and Children produce incentive program.

Neiss said 20% of the farm’s produce was given to food pantries, food shares and food-insecure communities. FrontLine Farming workers also helped file 298 SNAP applications in Denver, Jefferson, Adams and Arapahoe counties, she said.

Advocates say SNAP and the Double Up Food Bucks program, which allows SNAP participants

to get up to $20 a day more to buy Colorado-grown fruits and vegetables, helped keep families afloat during the pandemic.

But in 2023, both programs that helped keep families fed while they grappled with cutbacks caused by the pandemic are now diminished or in danger of being halted altogether due to shrinking funds.

In March, emergency SNAP benefits were cut to pre-pandemic levels meaning that an estimated 540,000 low-income families in Colorado collected on average $90 less per month than in the previous two years, advocates say. For a family of four, that amounts to about $360 a month less they can spend on food, according to a news release from U.S. Rep. Yadira Caraveo, a Thornton Democrat.

Citing statistics from the Colorado Department of Human Services, Caraveo’s office said roughly 77% of SNAP enrollees in the state are working families, people with disabilities or older people with fixed incomes. More than half of Colorado’s SNAP households include children.

Meanwhile, a $5 million, five-year federal grant used to offer incentives to farmers and retailers to continue the Double Up program through the summer is drying up.

Caraveo in April introduced a bill to extend the SNAP benefits passed in the early COVID-19 relief package. The “Keeping Families Fed Act” has no co-sponsors in Congress, but is earning support from food advocates, who say after the March cutoff more hungry families are looking to food banks and other resources for help.

The enhanced SNAP benefits allowed families to buy healthier foods and to feed their families in

difficult times, Hunger Free Colorado CEO Marc Jacobson said in the Caraveo news release. “Our community members report they are now skipping meals, no longer able to purchase healthy foods and having to make tough choices between food and other necessities,” he said.

Wendy Peters Moschetti, executive director of Nourish Colorado, a group seeking to increase food access across the state, said the nonprofit is applying to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for another $5 million grant that may arrive in October.

Nourish is meanwhile asking donors to raise $500,000 for the Double Up program to keep it running through the summer. “These grants are intended to be received several times — one after the other — so we feel good about our chances, but we just need to get through the summer,” Moschetti said via email.

In an email to prospective donors, Moschetti said the additional $500,000 will help keep Nourish from pausing the Double Up program. “These funds will cover incentives for 2023 to help us sustain Double Up without interruptions or cancellations — which we have unfortunately already seen happen in other states.”

High inflation is one of the factors driving up the cost of the program but the most pressing issue is the loss of the pandemic-era emergency SNAP benefits, she said in another email. ”Double Up will not be halted — but if we cannot meet the demand, the program may need to be limited or paused for a certain amount of time at some partner locations.”

Michigan — where the Double Up program began nearly 15 years ago — has had to pause the program

at some partner sites, Moschetti said, “as in limit how much could be spent at their sites and/or limit the months they could offer Double Up.” Colorado’s Double Up Food Bucks program is modeled after the Fair Food Network in Michigan, which began at five farmers markets in Detroit in 2009 and has grown to more than 150 sites across Michigan.

Colorado boasts 76 sites where Food Bucks can be used; most are farmers markets and farm stands, although there are a few permanent stores, Daysi Sweaney, director of healthy food incentives for Nourish, said via email.

They include Zuma Natural Foods in Mancos, Wild Gal’s Market in Nucla, Save A Lot stores in Colorado Springs, Greeley and Pueblo, City Park Farmers Market in Denver and the Boulder County Farmers Markets.

Nourish added a few new partners this year but not as many as hoped, Sweaney said.

“We had over 100 applications for this season but could not accept them all due to the uncertainty of funding,” she said. “We want to make sure we can keep all our current partners funded for the rest of the year.”

Expansion is definitely a priority, Sweaney said, and Nourish wants to bring the Food Bucks program to other areas of Colorado where there is a high need.

This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun. com. The Colorado Sun is a partner in the Colorado News Conservancy, owner of Colorado Community Media.

Public Notices Legals Metropolitan Districts Public Notice NOTICE OF VACANCIES ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF DAKOTA RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, and particularly to the electors of the Dakota Ridge Metropolitan District of Jefferson County, Colorado.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 32-1-808, C.R.S., that vacancies currently exist on the board of directors of the Dakota Ridge Metropolitan District (“District”). Any qualified, eligible elector of the District interested in filling such vacancies and serving on the board of directors should file a Letter of Interest with the board of directors of the District on or before the close of business on May 28, 2023, at the District

Management office.

Forms of Letters of Interest are available and can be obtained from the Dakota Ridge Metropolitan District, c/o Denise Denslow at CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, 8390 E. Crescent Pkwy, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111; 303-903-9760; Denise.Denslow@claconnect.com.

DAKOTA RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By:/s/ McGeady Becher P.C., Attorneys for the District Legal Notice No. CC 1262 First Publication: May 18, 2023 Last Publication: May 18, 2023 Publisher: Canyon Courier

Bids and Settlements Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Pursuant to C.R.S. Section 38-26-107, notice is hereby given that on the 30th day of May 2023 final settlement will be made by the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado to: KEN CARYL GLASS INC. 12450 MEAD WAY. LITTLETON, CO 80125 hereinafter called the “Contractor”, for and on account of the contract for Atrium Window Replacement at the Administration and Court Building project in Jefferson County, CO. 1. Any person, co-partnership, association or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said project, for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or any of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim.

2. All such claims shall be filed with Heather Frizzell, Director of Finance Jefferson County Colorado, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden CO 80419-4560.

3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado, from any and all liability for such claim.

ALSO KNOWN AS JANICE GRADY, Deceased Case Number: 23PR30576 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado or on or before September 18, 2023, or the claims may be forever barred.

COLORADO BANK & TRUST By: Karen Kelley, Vice President/ Trust Officer Personal Representative c/o PHILLIP F. MALOUFF, JR., L.L.C. P.O. Box 780 La Junta, Colorado 81050

County of Jefferson, State of Colorado Andy Kerr, Chairman Board of County Commissioners Legal Notice No. CC1100 First Publication: May 11, 2023 Last Publication: May 18, 2023 Publisher: Canyon Courier

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