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Water supply concerns: Fingers crossed for a snowy winter After dry summer, Metro North cities consider drought mitigation

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With 2020 being dry and officials expecting 2021 to be the same, north metro cities are crossing their fingers about snow this season.

Though water supply and drought seem out of sight, out of mind, Northglenn City Council discussed the item at their Jan. 4 study session. Tamar Moon, Northglenn’s environmental manager, told councilors she wants to work on Northglenn’s drought mitigation plan as a major initiative.

Since 2020, a La Niña climate pattern has been in place and is expected to last into 2021, meaning an existing drought will intensify, according to an October report from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

The analysis is concerning to Northglenn, Moon told councilors at the study session.

“The metro area is in extreme drought. We haven’t had nearly the amount of water that we need for

this time of year. So, we are going to be watching this very closely,” she said.

At the end of November, Northglenn had 71 percent of the average water supply it would expect to have in Standley Lake. Meanwhile, water usage hasn’t decreased correspondingly. It’s about on track with 2019.

Northglenn isn’t alone. Andrew Bliss, a spokesperson with Westminster’s public works and utilities department, said they are closely monitoring local water conditions and the Clear Creek watershed, where most city drinking water comes from.

The current conditions, Bliss said, “Don’t yet equate to any drought declarations at this time due to adequate levels of reservoir water storage. The upcoming snow season may perpetuate or completely change the dry conditions, so let’s all hope for a very snowy winter in the mountains!”

Thornton’s reservoir supply is at an average level for this time of year, but the city’s South Platte basin snowpack accumulation isn’t, said Emily Hunt, Thornton deputy infrastructure director. “Current conditions have us concerned,” Hunt added.

In 2019, both Westminster and

Ice covers one of Thornton’s water reservoirs along N. Dahlia Street during the early morning Jan. 6. PHOTO BY STEFAN BRODSKY

Thornton published drought management plans that layout different scenarios depending on the severity of a drought. In Westminster, fines and restrictions kick in at the third of five total stages. In the third stage, for example, the city would assign customers times to water their lawn. The fifth stage, though, would impose a ban on outdoor water and only allow limited indoor water use.

Thornton’s drought plan lays out a similar structure of four stages.

Past the second stage, nonessential outdoor water use is prohibited, and the city might assess drought

surcharges to bolster revenue for utilities operation and maintenance.

Hunt said the city staff is preparing to discuss with the city council to officially activate its plan.

It’s this planning that Northglenn looks to complete by spring. Meanwhile, Moon said, “We’ll be encouraging residents to continue being conservative with their water and make sure that we have enough to go around.”

Northglenn City Council had few questions for city staff and members expressed their support for near-future contingency planning.

Without public discussion, Brighton City Council suspends city attorney Council closes executive session with suspension

BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Brighton City Council suspended City Attorney Jack Bajorek without any public discussion at a Jan. 5 meeting.

Council unanimously approved the motion to suspend Bajorek after an hour-long executive session. Assistant City Attorney Lena McClelland became the acting city attorney

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The context for Bajorek’s suspension is almost completely unknown.

In July, the council unanimously voted to renew his contract after he underwent an annual performance evaluation.

Before Bajorek’s contract renewal, Mayor Pro Tem Matt Johnston publicly expressed dissatisfaction with Bajorek’s legal advice, particularly concerning the 2019 controversy that resulted in a mayoral recall election.

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Johnston was also upset with Bajorek about a city agreement regarding the development of streets in Johnston’s neighborhood. At a June 2 meeting, Bajorek said to Johnston at one point, “So, I’m really interested in your legal analysis, mayor pro tem,” to which Johnston responded, “Well, we aren’t that interested in yours.” Bajorek followed with, “That’s obvious … if you aren’t satisfied with the legal services you’re getting, there’s a process to go through.”

The city attorney’s office also received negative publicity in May when an employee in the office leaked sealed court documents about a homicide case in El Paso County. Sheri Farstveet, the employee, pleaded guilty to attempted official misconduct in December. When Farstveet leaked the documents in early May, the city fired her on May 27, according to city spokesperson Kristen Chernosky.

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Richard C. Griffin, 74, of Highlands Ranch, CO, passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2020, after a fast-growing lymphoma cancer BISSELL resurgence. He was born November Leo Ansel Bissell 12, 1946, in Valparaiso, Indiana, to September 25, 1924 ~ December 28, 2020 Frank Oliver Griffin, Sr. Legion, andMeals Betty on Wheels Leo Ansel Bissell, a near 60 year (delivered), FLHS Booster Club resident of Fort Lupton, born Louise Bednar Griffin. He married (ran chains at football games), September 25, 1924 in Adair United Methodist Church County, Iowa to Jennie (Wyllie) Sheila Walters on August 15,the1992, who (manned elevator), enjoyed and Ansel Bissell, passed away hunting trips, video poker in December 28, 2020. Leo was Hawk/Central City, with survives.

He is alsoBlack survived byandhis raised by his Aunt Esther and Uncle Margaret traveled to 49 states, missing Bill on a farm outside Corning, Iowa North Carolina. daughters while attending FairviewKristin rural school, (Rod) Spearman graduating from Corning HS in 1942. He Leo was preceded in death by Margaret, and Karin Griffin, fourDenise, beloved then traveled to Denver for employment his his daughter and his parents, before serving in the U.S. Army during aunt and uncle. His surviving family WWII in Europe. Upon discharge 1945 includes daughters D’Anne (Janice) of grandsons Kyleinand Scott Spearman he married Margaret Reese and set up Seattle, Lindsay of Westminster, and son farming DecidingDrew to DaveHeywood, (Jodi) of Henderson, grandsons Ian andin Stringtown, DevonIA. and forgo farming, he accepted employment and Jordan, great grandchildren Daniel, atthree Public Service Co. and they resettled Dahmia, and Darian. brothers (Robert (Juanita), to Denver in 1957 along with their three No services were held. Burial will daughters. After the birth of their son be at the Hillside Cemetery at a later Frank Oliver, Jr. (Shawna), and Craig they decided to raise the family in rural date. Memorial gifts may be made to a Fort Lupton. charity of your choice.

Tabor Funeral (Michelle), a sister Darlene Griffin, all Leo stayed active, while working and in Home, Brighton, Colorado handled retirement, with Lion’s Club, American arrangements. Judy Griffin in Colorado, a sister-in-law of Las Vegas, and his ex-wife Linda Dalton of Chesterton, Indiana. He was ELLIS Robert B. Ellis Jr. parents and preceded in death by his 11/2/1924 - 12/19/2020 brother Nick Griffin. riding in parades, and loved Robert B. Ellis Jr., age 96, passed away peacefully on to include his friends another Rich graduated from Chesterton December 19, 2020 in Brighton, fellow veterans in those types Colorado. He was born on of activities with him. Robert November to Robert B. Chesterton, Indiana, High2, 1924 School, was also a devoted husband, and Ellen S. (Sanderson) Ellis father, and grandfather to all of inin Eaton, Colorado. During 1964.

He his was an outstanding his family members. He enjoyed upbringing, Robert attended deer hunting, creating lifelong schools in the surrounding Eaton quarterback and led the 1963with CHS friendships old friends area, ultimately graduating from and work colleagues, and was always a Eaton High School in 1942. After high sincere and honest man. in Robert once Trojans to an 8-2 record.

Early school, Robert successfully pursued a was a participant in the Honor Flight, Master’s Degree at Denver University and which escorted WWII veterans to the that season, hethesuffered a concussion just a few years later, he married love WWII memorial, which was an act that of his life, Ruth Shirley (Carlson) Ellis, showed how devoted and caring he was a game, which onin January 1, 1949, in a quaint marriage resulted in double to not only his immediate family but to ceremony at his parents’ house in Denver. his military family as well. Robert vision. compensate, he wore a was They were happilyTo married for over 60 an astonishing, hardworking man, with years. many tales and stories, and he will be patch on one themissed rest ofofthe For work, Robert was most welleye known for deeply by many those whom for being a teacher in the Brighton School had the opportunity to know him. schedule, aRobert bit isof notoriety of District, which he did forearning over 35 years. survived by his two children: He taught 9th grade history, civics and Karen Ellis of Berthoud, Colorado and overcoming government, and was adoredwhat by many could have been a Susan (Dan) Acheson of Aurora, Colorado; of his students and peers. During the along with one grandson, Ian Acheson summers to stay busy, Robert enjoyed season-ending injury. of Aurora, Colorado; and by a number wheat farming for he was always trying to loving nieces and nephews. Robert is stay He active. graduated He was also an active member fromofpreceded Ball inState death by both of his parents: of the Brighton Masonic Lodge, which Robert B. and Ellen S. (Sanderson) Ellis; heUniversity also participated in forin over 50 years.

Muncie, Indiana, and his spouse, Ruth Shirley (Carlson) After retiring from teaching, he still had Ellis. the knack to stay busy and worked at and earned a CPA degree from the United Furniture Brokers in Brighton for Memorial Services honoring Robert a brief period of time. After that endeavor will be on Wednesday, January 13, ofVisual” Illinois inbeginning 1974.

He heUniversity then opened “Ellis Audio a 2021, at 10:00 a.m., at First business of his own, in Lakewood, which Presbyterian Church of Brighton, 510 was anhisArmy serving as an ended up being last job untilveteran, his full S. 27th Ave., in Brighton, CO 80601. retirement from working.

Interment will follow at Fort Logan E5 Sergeant whose primary National Cemetery.duty For fun and leisure, Robert loved to drive old, antique cars any time he would get Tabor Funeral Home, Brighton, Colorado was paying the opportunity to do so. Hesoldiers enjoyed iswho handling returned arrangements.

from Vietnam. Rich was honorably discharged in December of 1971. He served as CFO of Ken-Caryl Ranch Home Development from 1973-78. He BUSSELL also started an oil/gas exploration Orville Glen Bussell - 1/5/2021 his full company before12/12/1929 turning attention to accounting. In 1995, he Orville Glen Bussell, age 91, lived and worked till he retired of Powderly TexasTaxtime, passed founded a tax accounting to Lamar County Texas in 1988 quietly at home in the early to a life of raising cattle and hours of Tuesday, January 5, firm in Centennial, Colorado, that visits at the coffee shop. Orville 2021 with family at his side. A was a member ofand the Powderly United memorial service isexpert planned for 10tax analysis provided Methodist Church, the Roanoke am, Saturday, January 9, 2021 at the Masonic Lodge #860 and the Dallas Powderly Volunteer Fire Department. preparation for hundreds of clients Scottish Rite. He was proceeded in Arrangements are under the direction death by his parents, two brothers and of Bright-Holland Funeral Home. until he sold the company and retired three sisters. He is survived by his wife Orville was born December 12, 1929 in Pattonville, Texas to Clarence Troy and Marty Jo, four children; Tommy Bussell in 2013.

Carrie Daugherty Bussell. He attended and wife Beverly, Janet Hinrichs, Lisa Ison, Roger Bussell and wife Teresa, Paris High School and then served his Rich was anfrom outstanding athlete and grandchildren Coby Bussell, Tye Bussell country in the U.S. Navy 1947 to and wife Paige, Heath Kearns, Danielle 1950. He played baseball for the Paris played fast-pitch hardball intoTyler his Woods and well husband Austin, Red Peppers and professional baseball Bussell and wife Maigen, Alexa Bussell for the St. Louis Cardinals minor 50’s. and Samuel Bussell; 8 great-grand leagues. Orville loved ranching and children and a sister Jeri Pomeroy as rodeo- a true “wannabe” cowboy. He Hehiswas aa musician an avid well as numerous nieces,golfer nephews and found career as pipefitter/welder and friends. At the request of the family spanning more than 35 years. He who truly enjoyed rounds with his may be in lieu of flowers, memorials married Marty Jo Smyers on September made to the Powderly Volunteer Fire 10th, 1960 building 60 years of family wife andWork friends both Department or the Powderly United and memories. took him to to demonstrate Methodist Church.

Brighton Colorado in 1973 where he his athletic skills and accounting ROYBAL acumen.

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Montoya Sr. A daughter, Ruby Roybal, 64, of Brighton, CO (Bobby) Roybal. By He loved Colorado and itsGenevieve magnificent went home to be with the Lord her grandchildren; Cody (Lily) on January 2, 2021, surrounded Roybal, LeAndra Roybal, Jaylene outdoors, by her loving family. backpacking on horses and and Jayden Maes. Also by a greatgrandchild, Izayiah Ruby Roybal was born on June in the Rockies. hunting game He Roybal. tried Brothers; Cecilio Guerrero, 20, 1956 to Anita Rojo Montoya Ruben (Yvonne) and Ruben Montoya Sr.skiing in helicopter in Canada and Montoya evenII, Ralph Montoya, and numerous nieces, Denver, CO. nephews, cousins and friends. indulged a life sky Ruby lived a full andin vibrant with diving adventure. more friends than you can count. She was Ruby is preceded in death by her mother, Buttothe greatest of hisAlsolife Anita Rojo Montoya. by her sisters a forced be reckoned with since daydelights Barbara Saenz, and Virginia Castor along one. Ruby had a generous soul, and was by onegrandsons. brother, Robert Montoya. He always willing to lend a helping hand to and were his daughters family and friends in need. Ruby always Services will be Friday, January 15, 2021, chose to see the good in“hands-on” people and was a very grandfather, beginning at 9:30 am, followed by Rosary was meant to bring love into this world. at 10:30 am and Mass at 11:00 am, all at Ruby had a great deal of faith and knew keeping the boys busy making sure St. William Catholic Church, 1025 Fulton God was with her the entire time and Ave., Fort Lupton, Colorado. Interment knew that one day he would carrywas her to always beautiful. grandpa’s yard follows at Hillside Cemetery. heaven.

Arrangements are being handled He played baseball, hockey, and Familyalso was everything to ruby. The legacy

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Adams County opens new COVID testing site Riverdale Regional Park latest to get Rapid testing

BY STAFF REPORT

A new Adams County opened a new rapid testing site at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd. in Brighton, that opened Jan. 6 will operate Wednesdays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through the end of March.

The new site replaces several rapid testings sites that had been spread throughout Adams County.

The Water World testing site will also remain open through March 2021.

“Consolidating these sites into one location allows us to continue providing free rapid tests to Adams County residents in one consistent location with more than ample

space to conduct testing operations,” said Emma Pinter, Adams County Commissioner and Board Chair. “There is still a great need for testing in our community, and we want to ensure residents who need a free test can get one.”

Registration is not required for the Riverdale testing site, however, it is encouraged for the Water World testing site.

For additional testing locations across Adams County and the metro area, visit Tri-County Health Department’s website or Adams County’s COVID-19 website, adamscountycovid19.org.

Android or iPhone users can also download the COVID View App. The new COVID View mobile app allows residents to access outbreak data such as when two or more positive cases are active - for Adams County, along with current case stats, restrictions, and CDPHE dial information. The app also has free COVID-19 testing site locations and many

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Tony Garcia of Commerce City prepares to get swabbed Jan. 7 at the Riverdale Regional Park rapid COVID-19 testing site. PHOTO BY SCOTT TAYLOR

other COVID-19 resources. The app is available in the Apple App Store

or on Google Play by searching “COVID View”.

Falconburg named the ‘Citizen of the Year’ Brighton chamber tabs Deputy City Manager

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Brighton Deputy City Manager Marv Falconburg is this year’s recipient of the Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Citizen of the Year.

An email from the chamber said the award goes to “an individual who makes significant contributions to the greater Brighton community through their direct involvement in projects or events, outside of the duties connected with his or her employment, which have resulted in substantial community benefit.

Activities may include cultural, ecological, religious, health, nonprofit, or other efforts.”

Falconburg was interim city manager after the dismissal of former

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Briefs Pennock Center news

Pennock Center for Counseling won’t be able to host its annual fundraiser, the Healing Hearts Benefit, in person this year. It will be an online, silent auction the week of Feb. 21.

Sponsors and donations are welcome. Call 303-655-9065.

Honors list

Brighton’s Erin Johnson made the fall semester honors list at Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska.

The top 25 percent of undergraduates who complete 12 hours of coursework are eligible.

Dean’s list

Eagle Ridge Academy graduate John Toedtl earned a spot on the dean’s list at Doane University in Nebraska. Students must achieve a minimum 3.7-grade point average on a 4.0 scale and hold 12 graded hours to qualify for this academic distinction.

Perfect GPA

Brighton’s Tiana Linkus earned a 4.0-grade point average at Montana State University in Bozeman and earned a spot on the school’s president’s list for the fall semester.

Academic recognition

Emily Penfold of Brighton made the dean’s list for the fall semester at Greenville University in Greenville, Illinois, about 45 miles east of St. Louis.

Judicial nominations

The 17th Judicial District Nominating Commission recommended six candidates for two district court judgeships, one created by voters’ decision not to retain the Hon. Tomee Crespin, and the other by the retirement of Chief Judge Emily Anderson. The vacancies will occur on Jan. 12 and Jan. 23, respectively.

The commission forwarded the names of Amanda DeWick of Broomfield, Bryon Large of Aurora, Brett Martin of Commerce City, Bradley Varmo of Thornton, Teri Vasquez of Broomfield, and Joseph Whitfield Jr. of Aurora for the vacancies. Gov. Jared Polis jas 15 days from Dec. 29 to make the appointments.

Dean’s list for Boon

GALESBURG, ILLINOIS -- Laurelee Boon, of Thornton, made the dean’s list at Knox College for the fall semester. To be named, a student must have earned at least 2.5 credits in the term with a grade point average of 3.6 or better on a 4.0 scale.

Go green and recycle your Christmas tree The City of Brighton will offer Christmas tree recycling through Friday, Jan. 15, at the three locations; Brighton Park south parking lot 9th Ave. and Midland St., the Brighton Sports Complex 1111 Judicial Center Drive, and Ken Mitchell Park, 889 Kinglet Court Trees can be dropped off at any time of the day. Residents are asked to remove everything from their tree before dropping it off. Only Christmas trees will be accepted.

No yard waste or lumber is allowed.

Trees will be chipped and mulch will be available Monday, Jan. 18, on

a first-come, first-serve basis at each location listed above.

For more information, contact the Brighton Parks Department at 303655-2048.

Brighton chamber awards The Brighton Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau opened up nominations for the group’s 2020 awards program.

The virtual event will be Thursday, Jan. 28. The nomination categories include Outstanding Citizen of the Year, Small Business of the Year, New Business of the Year, Outstanding Young Professional, Community Organization of the Year and Community Volunteer of the Year.

Individuals may submit more than one nomination per category.

Email info@brightonchamber. com.

Road work

The city of Brighton and Asphalt Specialties Co. continue their mill and overlay work along three-quarters of a mile stretch of Medical Center Drive. The work is expected to finish by Jan. 31. A city statement said the work includes subgrade prep, asphalt removal, patching, milling, asphalt overlay and restriping. Construction will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.

Mayor/commissioner awards

The mayors and commissioners of Adams County are looking for 2021 nominations for the Adams County Mayors and Commissioners Youth Awards. This award focuses on teenagers who have triumphed over great odds and serve as inspiration and role models for their peers, according to a statement.

The program recognizes young people in grades six through 12 (up to 20 years old) who have overcome personal adversity to create a positive change in their own lives or for those around them.

“This program provides businesses, the community and civic leaders an opportunity to actively demonstrate their support for the young people in our community and recognize them for their accomplishments. Businesses may also help by making a monetary or in-kind donation,” said a statement.

The deadline to submit nominations is Sunday, Jan. 31. Contact Abby Martinez at the city of Brighton Office of Youth Services at 303655-2186 or agmartinez@brightonco. gov.

Scholarships available

Scholarships for high-school seniors are available through DriveSafe Driving Schools. The firm will offer a $1,500 scholarship to a student who plans to attend college in 2021.

The deadline is March 1. The winners will be notified by April 15.

Students must complete the application and submit a qualifying entry of either an essay or other creative expression posted on social media. Posts must be made on one of the following platforms: Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram or TikTok, along with #DriveSafeScholarship.

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Brighton Recreation Center offers annual pass sale

Get fit and save money in the new year with the Brighton Recreation Center’s annual membership pass sale for 2021. Through March 5, the center will be offering a 21-percent discount on all annual passes for 2021. For example, an annual pass for resident adults that normally sells for $260 can be purchased for $205.40. Non-resident adult passes that sell for $315 can be purchased for $248.85 while the program lasts.

The discounts also apply to youth, senior, couple and family passes.

Membership activation begins when you are ready to workout (restricted up to one year from the purchase date of the pass - no additional exceptions will be given).

Both residents and non-residents are eligible to purchase a pass. For questions or more information, call 303-655-2200.

Grab-and-go lunches School District 27J expanded its locations for free grab-and-go meals for those 1 to 18 years of age.

The pick-up points are Northeast Elementary (new, 1605 E. Longs Peak St.), Brighton High School (270 S. Eighth Ave.), Prairie View High School (12909 E. 120th Ave.), and Riverdale Ridge High School (13380 Yosemite St.). The pick-up times changed, too. They are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The next pick-up date is Jan. 5.

Each student will receive a halfdozen breakfasts and lunches.

Legal self-help clinic

The Access to Justice Committee hosts a free, legal self-help clinic from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month. The program is for customers who don’t have legal representation and need help navigating through legal issues.

Volunteer attorneys are available to discuss such topics as family law, civil litigation, property and probate law.

Call 303-405-3298 and ask for Legal Self-Help Clinic at least 24 hours in advance.

Art in the Park goes virtual

The city of Brighton’s 2020 Brighton Art in the Park is on. Virtually.

Online visitors may view the work of 27 artists and more than 100 pieces on its site www.brightonartinthepark.com through the end of the year.

“Due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions, we were unable to host this wonderful event in Carmichael Park this year,” arts and culture coordinator David Gallegos said in a statement. “However, the event committee did not want to miss an opportunity to showcase and support the work of our amazing artist community. We hope this virtual gallery can provide some light during these difficult times.”

By navigating the Brighton Art in the Park: Virtual Edition, visitors will be able to view the artwork of local, regional and international artists online and purchase the pieces directly from the artist, all from the comfort of their home.

For more information, call 303-6552176 or email dgallegos@brightonco. gov.

Program refunds

Eagle View Adult Center will refund canceled programs through a check or household credit. Call 303-655-2075.

Eye for Art

The city of Brighton’s Eye for Art program announced the new 2020 Eye for Art “Through It All” electronic flipbook that showcases art and jewelry on display at Brighton City Hall.

A city statement said the current art exhibit, “Through It All,” features 28 local and regional artists displaying oils, acrylics, inks, watercolors, photography, digital paintings, feather art and jewelry.

Visitors cannot get into City Hall, but the flipbook provides residents the opportunity to still see the work of local and regional artists until the building is re-open.

Featured artists include Curt Brogren, Ron Cupps, Lynn Cirbo, Kelley DeCleene, Kim Degnegaard, Diane Edwards, Jo Griff, Edward Hansen and Rose Mary Heidenreich. , Marcelle Hendricks, Andrea Hofmeister, Jay Jaramillo, Bob Kagohara, Todd Kovach, Donna Krause, Denise Leck, Pamela Lendi, Gail Lindsey, Sandie Mackenzie, Michele Marks, Sally McCain, MJ McCafferty, David Richers, Bobby Vanek, Susie Wheeler, Tammi Williams, Grace Yu and Jamie Zerr-Lockwood.

To view the flipbook, click here.

For more information on the flipbook, go to brightoncoarts.org.

Contact David Gallegos at 303-6552176 or dgallegos@brightonco.gov.

Alcoholics Anonymous

The Brighton chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 147 S. Second Place. Meeting times are 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sundays, noon and 7:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 6 p.m. Thursdays and 9 p.m. Fridays.

Call 303-659-9953 or visit www. brighton1aa.org.

Warm Line up and running

Community Reach Center is offering a Warm Line (303-280-6602) for those who want to talk to mentalhealth professionals about anxiety, lack of sleep and strained relationships, among other topics. The professionals can facilitate referrals to other programs for assistance.

A press statement said the line is not for crisis intervention. Those feeling unsafe or suicidal should call Colorado Crisis Services (1-844493-8255) or text 38255 or visit the Behavioral Urgent Care Center, 2551 W. 84th Ave., Westminster.

Also, the center’s COVID-19 Heroes Program is set up to assist health-care workers during the pandemic. Those who live or work in Adams County can receive up to six free counseling sessions. Use the Warm Line for support and for free counseling.

Brighton’s community intake location is at 1850 E. Egbert St., on the second floor. It’s open from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesdays.

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For Winter athletes, ‘Season B’ to start later this month Hockey, skiing, swimming, wrestling and basketball to launch Jan 25

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AURORA – The state’s winter sports (ice hockey, skiing, girls swimming, wrestling boys and girls basketball and competitive spirit), now called “Season B” in the Colorado High School Activities Association’s vernacular, is scheduled to begin play on Jan. 25. Practice begins a week earlier.

The Colorado Department of Public Health granted CHSAA a waiver for the earlier start. The waiver allows CHSAA to do its programs in line with Gov. Jared Polis’ desire to prioritize in-person or hybrid learning models.

Not every school will compete.

Clear Creek High School won’t field a wrestling team. Mapleton School

District, which includes Skyview High School, bowed out of the winter sports schedule entirely.

Boulder County Health Department officials did not grant a variance for wrestling programs, so St. Vrain Valley Schools, including Frederick High School, will not field those teams.

Adams City High School plans to field a wrestling team, though.

“We can’t wait to get on the mat,” said athletic director Jason Katz.

Fort Lupton High School plans to field its full, four-sport lineup of girls and boys basketball and boys and girls wrestling. Prairie View boys basketball and Brighton High School girls basketball started preseason workouts this week and plan to begin formal practice on Jan.18.

In a press statement, CHSAA Commissioner Rhonda Blanford-Green said her office has been “laserfocused” on a safe return of sports and activities this year.

“The conversations with CDPHE and the governor’s COVID response

team to resume Season B sports have been intentional and assertive,” she said.

“Though it has taken many late nights and weekends, we are thrilled that our student-athletes, member schools and local school communities have a resolution.

Educationally-based athletics are a vital extension of the classroom.”

CHSAA officials and athletic directors and coaches conducted a series of virtual meetings last week to talk about each sport’s Against Adams City Jan. 22, 2020, Northglenn freshman rollout.

Saleen Jaimes drives to the basket. FILE PHOTO “We’re all in this student safety. We appreciate their together,” Blanfordsupport and advocacy for resuming Green said in the statement. “Our athletics and activities for the state state officials, especially CDPHE, of Colorado in 2021.” have a responsibility to prioritize

CHSAA issues modifications for Season B sports, activities

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AURORA — The Colorado High School Activities Association put out a list of guidelines for the sports contained in the so-called “Season B” lineup.

Practice for boys and girls basketball, boys and girls wrestling, girls swimming and spirit teams begin Jan. 18. Most, if not all those programs will continue their pre-practice workouts for the balance of this week. The first games of the various seasons begin Monday, Jan. 25.

Basketball

The schedule is limited to 14 games for varsity teams and 12 for junior-varsity and “C” level teams.

Postseason play involves a 24-team bracket for class 3A schools and 32-team brackets for class 4A and 5A schools. Players will have to wear masks during play.

Come state tournament time, there will be no consolation rounds for class 3A schools. League champions qualify for the state playoffs.

CHSAA’s seeding index helps determine the balance of the field.

Schools have to play seven games to qualify, pending COVID-19 waivers.

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Hope: The Wind Beneath our Wings Moving forward into this new year, our most powerful allies are hope and faith. They are key ingredients to resilient living, and both are critical in helping us get through tough times. Hope is the wind beneath our wings that carries us forward through the hard times until we land at our next stop. Faith allows us to feel the calm after the storm during the storm.

Faith and hope are the antidotes of fear. They allow us to face challenges with more ease and help us feel a sense of peace in the middle of uncertainty. Fear protects us, but it can also cripple and weaken us. It can steal our peace and our ability to feel joy, robbing us of our present.

How can we keep fear in check and make it work for us and not against us? Part of the answer lies in hope and faith. They are your allies, so welcome them both aboard and let them be your co-pilots as you navigate this turbulent flight that will take you where you need to be.

Hope and faith allow us to focus more on the things in our life that are going right and help us practice gratitude. It is also important to acknowledge negative emotions and let ourselves feel them when they arise. But we must always reunite with our allies’ hope and faith. They are our friends and keep us afloat.

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Catastrophic thinking is a type of cognitive distortion human beings are more likely to engage in during times of stress or crisis. People who struggle with anxiety are more prone to this cognitive distortion and have a harder time shifting out of it.

Catastrophic thinking can be defined as ruminating about worstcase outcomes. Initially, thinking about worst-case scenarios can help you prepare and be beneficial. But this can quickly become maladaptive and undermine your mental health. Uncertain times are the birthplace of catastrophic thinking.

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Surround yourself with information that challenges the thoughts that are putting you into a state of

fear.

This can be as simple as reading an article or book about someone who has overcome a lot of challenges and gotten through hard times, a story that nourishes your spirit and uplifts you. You can also make it a habit to read a different quote daily that inspires you for three months and Laura Gutierrez see how that impacts you over time. Last, you can research other points of view that challenge how you think if your thoughts are leading to catastrophic thinking.

Living your life worrying about something that has not happened yet will make you sick over time.

It is natural to worry initially when you hear something concerning, but it is not natural or healthy to turn that into your new way of life. Make a commitment daily to not live in fear and to be in the moment. Catch yourself when you engage in catastrophic thinking and say to yourself, “I release this fear. I choose to nourish the hopeful side of me instead.” Each time you catch yourself in this habit, it is an opportunity to practice letting go of your fear and recentering your mind and body to the present moment. This is also an opportunity to nourish the emotions of hope and faith and to make them stronger. Over time, this habit will have a positive impact on your well-being and your life.

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Laura Gutierrez is an LPC with Pennock Center for Counseling.

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