Arvada Press 0225

FREE

February 25, 2021

JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO

A publication of

INSIDE: VOICES: PAGE 10 | LIFE: PAGE 12 | CALENDAR: PAGE 15 | SPORTS: PAGE 17

VOLUME 16 | ISSUE 39

Portal alleviates taxing situation for Arvada businesses

BY MICHAEL HICKS MHICKS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Apex leaders, as well as others involved in the construction process, hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for the all-inclusive Secrest Park playground, which should be completed by June.

PHOTOS BY MICHAEL HICKS

Apex holds groundbreaking for all-inclusive Secrest Park playground Phase One of the hopeful multi-phase project is expected to be completed by June

BY MICHAEL HICKS MHICKS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When the new Secrest Recreation Center opened in October 2018 not only did it replace the previous facility on 66th Avenue, but it phased out the neighboring playground due to its construction.

A new, all-inclusive playground, however, is on the way.

Apex Park and Recreation District held a groundbreaking ceremony on Saturday morning at Secrest Park, where not only will there be a playground, but an accessible walking path from 66th Avenue to Pierce Street, a picnic shelter, plaza and other amenities.

“As you know, APEX doesn’t typically take on park projects. We usually do active recreation. This project is a little different as we own all of this land. So, we realize we shouldn’t just let it be vacant.

We should try to invest in it as a

neighborhood amenity,” said Lauri Dannemiller, executive director for the Apex Park and Recreation District.

The estimated cost for Phase One is $650,000, according to Mark Baird, the director of District Services and Capital Improvement for Apex. Game Time, a playground design company, provided a matching grant of $125,000 to cover the estimated $240,000 cost for the playground. The remaining funding, Baird said, came from capital funding as well as from the city, which will pay for the lighting and a portion of the concrete path for the park.

“We are so excited to see the project come to life,” said Vicki Pyne, director for the Apex Park and Recreation District. “Back in 2018, the Apex special projects team was tasked with launching the park with two goals in mind — community outreach to co-design a replacement park for the Secrest neighborhood and to try and find funding to build the park.”

While Pyne noted that Apex wasn’t able to land a Great Outdoors Colorado grant to help with funding, it did receive a grant from Game Time. With that limited

funding, Apex is moving forward with Phase One of what it hopes will be a multiple-phase project that will include not only the allability playground but potentially a skate park and other amenities.

Baird said that Phase One should be completed by mid to late June.

Future phases will follow if the Apex Board of Directors approves funding, Baird noted.

JL Melton Construction secured the winning bid to develop the park.

“When we saw this project come out for bid, we thought it was an excellent fit for our company,” JL Melton Construction co-owner Jessica Melton said. “We have a lot of experience doing open space trails, picnic shelters and park restrooms. Partnering with the local community is really important for us. We have experience working with Game Time. We’re really excited to have a project so close to home that is our community.”

DHM Design worked with Apex to layout Secrest Park.

“I think we created a design that will be a great asset for the community,” said landscape architect Kyle Davis with DHM design.

“We’re looking forward to that coming to fruition.”

Tax season is around the corner, but for businesses, it’s always tax season when collecting and reporting sales taxes.

The City of Arvada, along with the state of Colorado, hopes to make it easier for businesses not only to file taxes but to cut out the middle man in the process. That’s why the city has joined Colorado’s Sales and Use Tax System (SUTS).

Arvada is one of 40 jurisdictions throughout Colorado utilizing the SUTS system, including Brighton, Englewood, Golden, Littleton among others. In all, the state has 223 tax jurisdictions — 71 of those are homerule, self-collecting tax jurisdictions that establish their own tax base.

“We’ve been really excited to get it going to streamline the experience for the business owner,” City Communications Manager Ben Irwin said.

“The City of Arvada has been an active team member of the SUTS initiative. We feel very strongly that the implementation of this tool will streamline the remittance process for all of the entities doing business in Arvada,” said Bryan Archer, the Director of Finance for the City of Arvada, in a press release.

The state’s goal is to set up all municipalities on the SUTS system, Irwin said. Different jurisdictions have different systems, but with SUTS the intention is to make it easier for business owners to report taxes to the state. Furthermore, Irwin said, SUTS would provide owners with the capability to obtain records.

For some local businesses, which have customers in multiple municipalities, such as Arvada, Lakewood and Wheat Ridge, they have to remit sales taxes to each. Now, however, the SUTS portal offers a one-stop shop for businesses who cross city lines, Archer said.

The city already has its own online portal for businesses to file sales taxes, but Archer noted that now with the city is joining the state’s portal businesses can elect to go that route. He noted though that businesses who only do retail in the city, such as mom-andSEE TAXES, P2

2 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

Jeffco man facing several new charges in US Capitol riot

BY PAUL ALBANI-BURGIO PALBANIBURGIO@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The Jeffco man who can be seen on video attacking multiple police officers during the Jan. 6 riot at the US Capitol is facing eight new criminal charges.

According to an indictment that was filed on Jan. 29 and unsealed on Feb. 17, geophysicist Jeffrey Sabol has been charged with the following crimes: One count of assaulting, resisting or impeding an officer using a dangerous weapon One count of assaulting, resisting

or impeding an officer Two counts of civil disorder One count of entering or remaining in a restricted building with a deadly weapon One count of disruptive or disorderly conduct in a restricted building with a deadly weapon One count of engaging in physical violence in a restricted building with a deadly weapon One count of violent entry and disorderly conduct in a Capitol building Sabol was also previously charged with obstructing an officer during a civil disorder.

According to the indictment, Sabol and another man, Peter Francis Stager, used a baton and flag pole to assault a Metropolitan Police Officer. A widely circulated video shows a man holding an officer’s baton across the officer’s neck as a group of people drag the officer down the stairs.

The same man is also shown in another video pulling a different officer down stairs and appearing to punch his back.

In an interview conducted at a hospital in Westchester County, New York, Sabol told officers that the man shown in the videos was

him. According to the initial affidavit, Sabol acknowledged “throwing punches” at an officer but said he had later tried to cover him with his body to protect the officer from others who were trying to harm him.

Sabol also acknowledged that the video of him hitting an officer with a baton “looked bad”, but said he could not recall if he hit the officer “because he was in a fit of rage and the details are cloudy.”

Sabol is now one of six Coloradoans facing charges related to the riot. He is registered to vote in Kittredge.

JCPH names new executive director New hire comes from Anschutz, CDPHE STAFF RELEASE

As the COVID-19 pandemic nears the one-year mark in Jeffco, the agency in charge of leading the county’s response is getting a new leader.

Last week, former epidemiology professor Dr. Dawn Comstock started her new role as the executive director of Jefferson County Public Health.

According to a press release from JCPH, Comstock comes to JCPH

from the Colorado School of Public Health at the University of Colorado Anschutz and the Program for Injury, Prevention, Education and Research.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, she has also worked with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, assisting with its COVID-19 response activities, including case investigation and contact tracing efforts. The release states that this experience emphasized to Comstock “the need for robust health equity work and accentuated her own passion for these efforts.”

“I am adamant that we must identify innovative methods to ad-

dress equity issues,” Comstock said in the release. “While a physician cares for the health of an individual, we in public health care for the entire population.”

Comstock said in the release that her most immediate goal is “to finish the COVID-19 work and get the pandemic resolved.” From there, she hopes to build a “robust and nimble public health department for the future” by learning from the lessons of the pandemic and its challenges.

To that end, Comstock said in the release that the department’s efforts will continue to center on promoting preventive efforts, including mask wearing, six feet social distancing and frequent hand washing.

“Additionally, one of our points of emphasis over the upcoming months will be to address equity issues in vaccine distribution to ensure those in Jefferson County’s traditionally underserved populations have access to vaccination,” Comstock said in the release.

“Moving forward post-pandemic, I look forward to leading JCPH efforts to continue to address the day-to-day needs of our community while anticipating and preparing for the next public health emergency.”

Before joining the Colorado School of Public Health, Comstock worked at Ohio State University and the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the Iowa Department of Public Health and the Naval Health Research Center.

She’s also worked at the he Environmental Health Services Branch of the CDC’s National

TAXES FROM PAGE 1

pop stores, could file through the city while businesses that cross city boundaries would file through the state.

“That’s what we’re trying to do,” Archer said. “We realized businesses are going through a lot already. We want to make this as easy as possible.”

That said, Archer recognizes that some businesses will stay with this status quo in part

Center for Environmental Health and as an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer assigned by the CDC as a liaison to the Oklahoma State Department of Health Injury Prevention Service.

Comstock received her bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Colorado State University, her master’s degree in epidemiology from the University of Iowa and her doctorate in public health epidemiology from the University of California San Diego/San Diego State University.

“Dr. Comstock’s background in academia, research, and applied public health position her well to take on the variety of challenges she will face as executive director,” Greg Deranleau, president of the Jefferson County Board of Health, said in the release. “Her passion, vision and zeal for public health equity will inspire the Jefferson County Public Health team to great achievements. Her values, collaboration and innovation will inspire trust within JCPH and in our community.”

In 2017, Comstock accepted an invitation to serve on the Board of Scientific Counselors for the Center for Disease Control’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC). The board advises the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, the Director of the CDC and the Director of NCIPC. Also in 2017, Comstock accepted a position on the Jefferson County Board of Health, where she served the people of Jeffco and had a frontrow seat into the inner workings of JCPH and the important work done at the health department.

WANT TO LEARN MORE? For more information about the SUTS portal, visit www.Colorado.gov/ Tax/SUTS-info. If you have questions about the City of Arvada’s collection of sales and use tax, call 720-898-7101 or email at salestax@arvada.org. because they use a third-party system to file sales taxes already, and it is something they’re comfortable staying with. It will, however, be mandatory come March 1 for businesses outside of Colorado to use the SUTS portal, he said.

Arvada Press 3

1February 25, 2021

150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

ENJOYING A NEW SHOWER IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK

CALL TODAY newshowerdeal.com/copa | 877-356-0624 ADVERTISEMENT

NAR’s ‘Clear Cooperation’ Policy Is a First Step at Eliminating Pocket Listings

A “pocket listing” is a property which the listing agent does not put on the MLS, hoping to sell it himself or get it sold by other agents in his office.

It’s not typically in the best interest of the seller, since the property is not exposed to the full universe of potential buyers.

The organizing principle of the Multi-List System, or MLS, is “cooperation and compensation.”

Every real estate agent working in the public arena needs to belong to the local MLS, because it’s only through the MLS that the agent can show and sell that MLS’s listings and be guaranteed a “coop” commission.

A listing agent, naturally, would prefer not to give a big slice of the listing commission to a “cooperating” broker who brings the buyer. He or she would much rather sell the listing, keeping the entire commission for him or herself. Meanwhile, other agents (and their buyers) are upset when they don’t have the opportunity to show a new listing and submit an offer, especially when there are so few listings on the market, as is the case now.

The National Association of Realtors

(NAR) took up the issue of pocket listings last year when it adopted a policy called Clear Cooperation. Essentially the policy says that if an MLS member advertises or promotes a listing in any way — including putting a “coming soon” sign in the yard or mentioning it on social media — that listing must be entered on the MLS within 24 hours. It can be listed as “coming soon” on the MLS, during which time it can’t be shown, including by the listing agent. Once it is shown, it must immediately be changed to “active,” allowing all MLS members to show and sell it.

Unfortunately for sellers, who are the big losers with pocket listings, this policy will never be completely effective. That is evident from the fact that over 7% of listings, by my count, are entered on the MLS only after they are sold. Unless a home remains active on the MLS for 3 or 4 days, it’s unlikely that all potential buyers had a chance to compete for it.

You may recall the featured listing in last week’s column. It was listed at $375,000, a price consistent with comparable sales, and we received a full-price

offer on the first day. Our policy, however, is to get our sellers to wait four days before going under contract. We had 30 showings and received six offers by day four. By being transparent about the offers received, we were able to bid up the property by nearly $60,000 by day four.

We did get an offer $35,000 over listing price on day two, but we waited.

Sadly, most listing agents don’t follow this policy. They sell their listings too quickly, potentially costing their sellers thousands but also frustrating would-be buyers who might pay more. I have calculated that in addition to the 7% of listings being sold with zero days on the MLS, 15% are sold in one or two days.

One technique for minimizing show-

ings by other agents has been to make a listing “active” but block showings with the showing service. Because the listing is “active,” the listing agent can show the property him or herself without technically violating the clear cooperation policy. I had a cash buyer for such a listing, and it went under contract before showings were allowed. It was very annoying and, I believe, unethical, especially if it resulted in the listing agent “doubleending” the transaction.

Price Reduced on Golden Condo

The 1-bedroom condo listing at 640 11th Street #203 has been reduced to $535,000 — a great deal for the right buyer! Details at GoldenCondo.info

Wide Acres Ranch Just Listed by Ty Scrable

You're going to love this home at 1220 Meadowsweet Drive. It sits on a 13,957-sq.ft. lot, so bring your toys. Plenty of parking in the long driveway and the 3-car garage. Inside you will find two bedrooms and an office with hardwood floors. Near the updated kitchen is a large living room area with a stone fireplace $689,000 and windows overlooking the backyard. Next is the master bedroom which includes its own full bath. The rear of the home includes a large mudroom with a half bath. Last but not least is the spacious shop which is open to the super-clean and heated garage and comes with many tools and 240Volt power. This location is less than 5 minutes to IThis 4-bedroom, 3-bath home at 17830 W. 94th 70 and 6th Avenue. Take a narrated video tour at www.WideAcresHome.net, then Drive backs to open space. The kitchen has stain- call your agent or Ty Scrable at 720-281-6783 to set a private showing. less steel appliances, a gas range, granite countertops with beautiful backsplash, and lots of light. Just Listed: Westminster Townhome w/ 2-Car Garage The dining area opens through sliding glass doors to a covered deck, perfect for fair weather entertainThis townhome-style condo at 8762 Allison ing. The family room has large windows, recessed Dr. #E has it all. Downtown Westminster is $675,000 lighting and engineered hardwood flooring. Also on minutes away to the east and Standley Lake is the main floor is an office/den with new carpeting and a half bath. The upper level equally close to the west. It has 2 bedrooms, 2½ has the master suite with 5-piece master bath and walk-in closet. Two other bed- baths and an oversized 2-car garage. The entire rooms are carpeted, and the third has hardwood laminate flooring. See more pictures unit was recently painted and includes a new and details at www.CandelasHome.info, then call David at 303-908-4835 to see it. $340,000 furnace and water heater. The skylights provide lots of natural light in the loft area. Just add your desk and work from home! The large master has a full en suite bathroom with double sinks. Enjoy the lovely outdoor pool during the summer. See more pictures and take a narrated video tour at www.WestminsterHome.info, then call your agent or Gateway Station is the fabulous 2007 condo Ty Scrable at 720-281-6783 to set a private showing. This one won’t last long! $575,000 building at 1275 Washington Ave. in the heart of downtown Golden. Unit R408, at 1,084 Jim Smith square feet, is one of the smaller and more afBroker/Owner, 303-525-1851 fordable units in this highly coveted building.

Jim@GoldenRealEstate.com From its open balcony, enjoy a view of North 17695 S. Golden Rd., Golden 80401 Table Mountain. Outside, enjoy the countless Broker Associates: shops and restaurants along Washington Avenue JIM SWANSON, 303-929-2727 and on the side streets. (Learn about them all at CHUCK BROWN, 303-885-7855 www.VisitGolden.com.) Although this is a 1-bedroom unit, a Murphy bed in the DAVID DLUGASCH, 303-908-4835 See All Our Listings, Active & Under living room and second bathroom can accommodate your short-term guests. Take a TY SCRABLE, 720-281-6783 Contract, at www.GREListings.com narrated video tour at www.GoldenCondo.info, then call 303-525-1851 to see it!

ANDREA COX, 720-446-8674

Candelas Home Just Listed by David Dlugasch

Just Listed: 1-BR Condo in Downtown Golden

4 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

Wheat Ridge alum in Tinseltown Hometown artist bringing a Disney dragon to movie life

BY BOB WOOLEY BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon, a tale about dragon magic, a world torn apart and the redeeming power of trust, comes to Disney+ March 5. And when the final credits roll, folks from Wheat Ridge and Arvada will see a name that just might be familiar.

With a Hollywood career in visual effects and animation spanning Raya and Sisu from Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon.

IMAGE COURTESY OF DISNEY more than three decades, Michael Talarico, who only officially relocated to California a couple of years ago, has spent a big part of his life right here in our neck of the woods.

A graduate of Wheat Ridge High School, Talarico spent two years at CSU before transferring to UCLA with his sights set on film school.

He ended up studying animation instead, and soon he was working in various areas of the business as a model maker, cameraman and visual effects artist.

Over the years, Talarico has racked up an impressive list of credits, working on movies like Sleepless in Seattle and The James Bond classic Die Another Day. But recently, animated blockbusters like Frozen, Moana, Zootopia and Ralph Breaks the Internet are where he’s focused most of his SUSAN SUSAN M. M. DUNCAN DUNCANFAMILY FAMILYYMCA YMCA 6350 Eldridge DenverYMCA.org/Arvada energy. Talarico works in the layout Eldridge St., St.,Arvada Arvada | | 303 303422 4224977 4977| |DenverYMCA.org/Arvada

Join the Y today.

Join the Y today.

department, which he describes as being somewhat like an animated film’s cinematography department.

As someone who’s been a part of the evolution of animated films, Talarico is far from jaded. His face lights up over a Zoom chat as he talks about the onscreen magic that makes these films come to life.

“It always amazes me, it’s the absolute cutting edge of CG animation, and the talent at the studio, they just raise the bar every single movie,” he says.

After years in California, his family came back to Colorado in 2007 and he was able to keep his visual effects career moving along. But when Disney came knocking, things got hectic.

“Here’s the interesting thing about me and Colorado,” he says. “When I was asked to come to Disney Animation, I was living in Arvada. My wife and kids were there. So, I came to work at Disney at the beginning of 2013. By then, my daughters were in middle school and starting high school, and we didn’t want to take them out of that. So, I found a small studio apartment near the Disney studio in Burbank, and every two weeks I would fly home, get something to eat, say hi to the the family, spend a quick weekend and then fly back Sunday afternoon to be ready to go to work in my office at Disney on Monday morning.”

He said that routine went on for six years. It allowed his daughters SEE DISNEY, P5

NEW SHOWER

SALE! $799OFF OFF

NO

S H O W E R S A N D B AT H S

Dreamstyle Shower System

18

MONTHS

WITH

PLUS

–INTEREST –PAYMENTS –MONEY DOWN

FREE SHOWER DOOR

*

FOR THIS MONTH ONLY

Richard Karn Home Improvement Expert

Call TODAY for a FREE consultation

We’re only offering these savings for this month only! You must book your appointment by the end of the month.

877-875-2951

*0% APR for 18 months available to well qualified buyers on approved credit only. Financing not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Finance charges will be waived if promo balance is paid in full in 18 months. Down payment may be required, OAC. Valid with the purchase of a complete Dreamstyle Shower Systems. Due to COVID, some restrictions may apply. Dreamstyle Remodeling, Inc. (fn) ROC260542 B-3. ©Dreamstyle Remodeling Inc. all rights reserved.

Lic. PC0003837

Arvada Press 5

1February 25, 2021

DISNEY FROM PAGE 4

to finish high school and move on to CSU and UNC, respectively.

Now, with one daughter still in college here, and strong family ties to the state, Talarico says Colorado is still near and dear and but for the pandemic, he’d have visited many more times in the last year than he’s been able to.

So, if you know him, take a look at his latest work when it hits the airwaves in a couple of weeks. And if you don’t, but want to be inspired by the work of a hometown boy doing his part to create modern-day Hollywood classics, Raya and the Last Dragon might be one to watch.

Young Raya and her father Chief Benja, from Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon.

IMAGE COURTESY OF DISNEY Paid Advertisement

Avoid Costly Delays When Selling Your Arvada Home

Caring for our Community by Using Sustainable Printing Practices.

• It’s the paper: Biodegradable, renewable, recycled, reusable.

• It’s the ink: Soy based inks are used, reused then recycled.

• It’s the plate: Process-free plates eliminate VOC’s and reduce water usage.

• It’s the press: Using cold-set presses reduces the amount of VOC’s put into the air.

• It’s the location: Printed locally reducing shipping & postage costs, while saving gas, emissions & time.

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

Arvada, CO - Home inspections gone bad are one reason that real estate contracts fall apart— resulting in lost time and money for home sellers. If your home sits on the market because of repair issues, potential buyers can begin to wonder what’s wrong with it—further delaying the sale of your home.

areas of your home that can result in costly inspection issues. This home inspection checklist helps you avoid unexpected repairs issues that might be lurking in your home. You will know what to look for so that you can make needed repairs before putting your home up for sale.

If you’re thinking about selling your home, this A new FREE report identifies twelve common FREE home inspection checklist can simplify the inspection process for your home. The home problem areas for home sellers. Home inspection selling process can be fraught with overzealous issues that most sellers don’t expect can cost buyers asking for unnecessary repairs. thousands of dollars.

With this FREE report, you will save time and Whether your home is new or well lived-in, you’ll worry. To order your free special report call want to pay close attention to potential repair issues 303-694-4536 to leave a message with your so that you can avoid turning prospective home information anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week buyers away. Knowing what to look for ahead of and the report will be mailed to you. time can prevent small problems from becoming Get your free special report now to learn how to expensive deal breakers. ensure a home inspection does not stop the sale of This FREE home inspection checklist identifies 12 your home.

Courtesy of the Sam Wilson Home Selling Team brokered by eXp Realty. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract.

C Mo #1 olora rtg Rev do ag ers ’s eB e rok er

Your Financial Assistance

by Matt Witt

A

re you a homeowner 62 or older?

Have you ever found yourself having to choose between buying food or medicine? How about having to put off a medical or dental procedure due to limited funds? If you have been faced with having to make a tough financial decision of any kind stop reading and call 720-458-4034 to speak to the local reverse mortgage experts at Silver Leaf Mortgage right now.

Did you know the proceeds from a reverse mortgage are tax-free money that may be used in any way you choose? For some it’s the instant, lifesaving help needed today.

For others, it’s the safety net for your future or the unplanned life events like medical emergencies that may arise.

Qualifying for a reverse mortgage, it’s simple and easy. Qualification is based on these important factors: • You (the borrower) must own the home.

• You must be 62+. (A non-borrowing spouse may be under 62.)

• The home must be your primary residence (you live there at least six months and one day per year).

Even if you have bad credit, have had a bankruptcy, or a foreclosure, you are not disqualified. In most cases there is a remedy for past credit problems. So, don’t think you can’t get the help you need.

Let us help you navigate these difficult financial times, call your local experts at Silver Leaf Mortgage today at 720-458-4034 to see if a Reverse Mortgage is right for you.

Silver Leaf Mortgage, Colorado’s #1 Reverse Mortgage Broker.

Matt Witt, NMLS #1638881, President at Silver Leaf Mortgage in Centennial.

Contact me at: 720-458-4034, or you can email me at: MattW@SilverLeafMortgage.com * The homeowner is still responsible for applicable property taxes and homeowner’s insurance, as well as maintaining the property.

720-458-4034

Located in The Streets at SouthGlenn 6972 South Vine Street | Suite 366 | Centennial, CO 80122

Mortgage Company Reverse Mortgage Company Mortgage Agent

Call within the next 30 days and choose one of these great offers: • A Free Appraisal • A Free Home Inspection • $1,000 Paid Towards Closing Costs Offer Code 0101CCM

Matt Witt

NMLS #1638881 Reverse Mortgage Specialist

720-458-4034

MattW@SilverLeafMortgage.com

Matt Witt: Reve Mortgage Experse rt!

Listen to: The Reverse Mortgage Show Hosted by Matt Witt Legends 810 and 94.3FM, 670 KLTT, 100.7FM KLZ and 560 KLZ or see us live on Colorado’s Best KWGN CW2 & Fox-31, or Colorado & Company KUSA 9News SLM NMLS #1394377 is an Equal Housing Lender. Credit and collateral are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. This is not a commitment to lend. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Regulated by the Department of Real Estate.

6 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

Having their ‘Voices’ heard High school seniors Brandon Benedict and Lily Kerlin are tackling a variety of topics on a monthly podcast

BY MICHAEL HICKS MHICKS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Lily Kerlin knew that what she and Brandon Benedict were doing was something that not a lot of high school seniors have the opportunity to do.

It’s not every day that you get to interview the governor. Yet, that’s what Benedict, a senior at Arvada West High School, and Kerlin, a Denver South senior, found themselves doing last month.

“I really didn’t believe that it would happen,” Lily said. “… I didn’t know what it would be about or the direction up until that first episode, but we did a lot of research on what the `Hear Our Voices’ podcast would be.”

Brandon had a similar reaction.

“At first, I didn’t believe it,” he said after receiving that initial email about taking on a co-hosting role for a monthly podcast from Colorado Young Leaders and CiviCO. “I was a little nervous. I had never done a podcast before.”

But both teenagers are finding the platform welcoming to share their voices on topics such as resiliency, courage, empathy and more.

The podcast, which will tackle themed topics monthly, is the brainchild of Lauren Steavpack, the program director for Colorado Young Leaders. Through a partnership with CiviCO, the podcast - but more specifically Colorado Young Leaders - empowers high school student leaders throughout the state.

The perfect hosts Having Lily and Brandon co-host the program was a no-brainer, said Steavpack, because of their desire to tell stories and their ability to amplify youth voices. And while podcasts have been the rage in recent

Lily Kerlin, a Denver South senior, and Brandon Benedict, a senior at Arvada West High School, are the co-hosts for a monthly podCOURTESY PHOTO cast “Hear Our Voices,” which will tackle a number of topics, including resiliency, courage, empathy and more.

years, CYL focused on coming up with a unique way to tell their story while reaching out to an embracing audience.

Before she got involved with CYL, Lily said that she was floundering as a freshman and sophomore, like she wasn’t making a difference. That changed in her junior year, and now, she’s using her voice for the betterment of her generation.

“Youth can especially not only make changes but be a part of a change that you want to see,” Lily said. “Brandon and I are easily telling stories that are relatable.

The stories we’re telling are really engaging.”

Brandon agreed.

“The main goal is the youth part of their voices,” he said. “The whole goal is to see how adults and kids can work together.”

Today’s youth are not only the future, but they’re in a position to make an impact right now, Steav-

pack said.

“Empowering them is allowing them to lead and shine on their own,” she said.

Like interviewing Gov. Jared Polis and Ananda Birungi, the winner of the Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medal, for the first episode. Interviewing Polis was a bit nerve-racking, they said, but once they realized he was just another person — albeit in a leadership role — that calmed the nerves a bit.

“He’s just another person on Earth, another guy in the community,” Brandon said. “He has so much power, but having him on the podcast felt cool. It was very humbling.”

Lily agreed.

“It was so nerve-racking not only because he’s the governor, but I feel like, especially with any adult in a position of power, that it’s nerveracking for youth to have a conversation with them,” she said. “But after we did the interview, we were

WANT TO LISTEN? “Hear Our Voices” podcast, co-hosted

by Arvada West senior Brandon Benedict and Denver South senior Lily Kerlin, can be accessed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or PodBean. For more information on the podcast, email podcast@coloradoyoungleaders.org.

like we killed that. It was not as bad as we thought. There’s the politician side of him, but we got to listening to him a little bit more. It was fun to learn a little bit about his life. I think we got a different perspective than an adult would get, a different energy.”

Brandon Benedict and Lily Kerlin hope that the “Hear Our Voices” podcast will make a difference in the world around them and that young voices, like theirs, will be heard for years to follow. If the first episode is any indication, they’re well on their way to doing just that.

Blazing Fast Internet!

Call now to get your ADT security system starting at $19.99/mo.*

ADD TO YOUR PACKAGE FOR ONLY

19.99

$

2-YEAR TV PRICE

*Requires 36-month monitoring contract for intrusion only with a minimum charge of $28.99 after the 12 month term. Equipment shown requires ADT Secure or higher. Early term. and installation fees apply. Taxes addt’l. For full terms and pricing see below. † Requires minimum purchase of $449.

GUARANTEE

64

$

YO U R E XC LU S I V E S AV I N G S C O U P O N STARTING AT

19

$

99 /mo

BONUS $100 off installation

Call now to redeem your exclusive offer!

1-844-840-2485 Redemption code:

Reply by:

DF-CD-NP-Q121 April 15, 2021 We’re available 24/7.

See if you qualify for same-day service! *$19.99/month + †$100 off Installation: Requires 36-month monitoring contract with a minimum charge of $28.99/mo. (before instant savings) (24-month monitoring contract in California, total fees from $695.76 (before instant savings) and enrollment in Easy Pay. Service and installation charges vary depending on system configuration, equipment and services selected. Offer includes (i) $9.00 instant savings per month applicable only towards monthly monitoring charge for the first 12 months of initial contract term (total value of $108.00) and (ii) $100 instant savings on installation with minimum purchase of $449 after promotion is applied. Traditional Service Level requires landline phone.

Excludes ADT’s Extended Limited Warranty. Upon early termination by Customer, ADT may charge 75% of the remaining monthly service charges for the balance of the initial contract term. Limit one offer per new ADT customer contract.

Not valid on purchases from ADT Authorized Dealers. Expires 4/15/2021.

Interactive Services: ADT Command Interactive Solutions Services (“ADT Command”) helps you manage your home environment and family lifestyle. Requires purchase of an ADT alarm system with 36 month monitoring contract ranging $45.99-$57.99/mo with QSP (24-month monitoring contract in California, total fees ranging $1,103.76-$1,391.76), enrollment in ADT Easy Pay, and a compatible device with Internet and email access. These interactive services do not cover the operation or maintenance of any household equipment/systems that are connected to the ADT Command equipment. All ADT Command services are not available with all interactive service levels. All ADT Command services may not be available in all geographic areas. You may be required to pay additional charges to purchase equipment required to utilize the interactive service features you desire.

General: Additional charges may apply in areas that require guard response service for municipal alarm verification. System remains property of ADT. Local permit fees may be required. Prices and offers subject to change and may vary by market. Additional taxes and fees may apply. Satisfactory credit required. A security deposit may be required. Simulated screen images and photos are for illustrative purposes only. ©2021 ADT LLC dba ADT Security Services. All rights reserved. ADT, the ADT logo, 800.ADT.ASAP and the product/service names listed in this document are marks and/or registered marks. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited. Third-party marks are the property of their respective owners. License information available at www.ADT.com or by calling 800.ADT.ASAP. CA ACO7155, 974443, PPO120288; FL EF0001121; LA F1639, F1640, F1643, F1654, F1655; MA 172C; NC Licensed by the Alarm Systems Licensing Board of the State of North Carolina, 7535P2, 7561P2, 7562P10, 7563P7, 7565P1, 7566P9, 7564P4; NY 12000305615; PA 090797 DF-CD-NP-Q121

/mo.

where available

Plus get $100 off installation when you call today! †

FREE

VOICE REMOTE

The DISH Voice Remote with the Google Assistant requires internet-connected Hopper, Joey, or Wally device.

Customer must press Voice Remote button to activate feature.

99 MO.

America’s Top 120 Package

190 CHANNELS Including Local Channels!

for 12 Mos.

FREE

FREE

SMART HD DVR INCLUDED

STREAMING ON ALL YOUR DEVICES

* Requires eAutopay discount and includes Hopper Duo DVR ($5 discount for 24 months) or Wally/211

CALL TODAY - For $100 Gift Card

Promo Code: DISH100

1-833-955-3264 Offer ends 7/14/21.

“All offers require credit qualification, 24-month commitment with early termination fee and eAutoPay. Prices include Hopper Duo for qualifying customers.

Hopper, Hopper w/Sling or Hopper 3 $5/mo. more. Upfront fees may apply based on credit qualification.

Arvada Press 7

1February 25, 2021

EXPERIENCE

the ultimate resort

escape

Step into the ultimate resort, only 45 minutes from Denver. Savor all-new flavors at Monarch Chophouse, enjoy burgers, brews and more around the clock at Twenty-Four 7. Or let The Buffet light up your senses with exquisite flavors and cuisine from all corners of the globe. Spread out and feel the thrill of the action on our spaciously expanded gaming floor. Then, retreat to your own luxury guest room to relax, rejuvenate, and prepare to do it all over again. We’re ready. Are you?

Gambling problem? Call 1.800.GAMBLER

8 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

CORNER

Vaccination is Underway in Jeffco If you are a healthcare worker, first responder, adult age 65+ or staff member at a Pre-K-12 school or licensed childcare program, you are currently eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. It is important to know there is limited supply of the vaccine, and that even if you are eligible, you may have to wait to get an appointment.

Residents who are eligible can get vaccinated at many local healthcare provider locations, as well as several King Soopers and Safeway pharmacies. For a current listing of providers, visit the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment’s website at covid19.colorado.gov/vaccine.

You will need to register using an online system with the vaccine location of your choice. If you are not familiar with using an online registration system, ask for help from family members or friends.

For the latest information about eligibility, how to sign up for an appointment with vaccine providers and more, visit www.jeffco.us/covid-vaccine.

Tamara Mahoney Kneisel’s entry in the Casa Bonita Art Show at Next Gallery in LakeCOURTESY PHOTOS wood, Colorado.

Quirky art show celebrates Lakewood icon Casa Bonita inspired works featured at Next Gallery

BY BOB WOOLEY BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It’s back. And we may need it now, more than ever.

The fourth-annual Casa Bonita art show at Lakewood’s Next gallery kicked off Feb. 19, and will be open for your viewing pleasure through March 7.

Curator and Next artist Betsy $B

You can also sign up for text or email alerts in English or Spanish at www.jeffco.us/list.aspx, or call Jefferson County Public Health’s COVID-19 vaccine line at 303-239-7000 and press option 1 to listen to a recorded message with up-to-date vaccine information.

IF YOU GO “Wish You Were Here” Next Gallery’s 4th annual Casa Bonita Art Show 6851 West Colfax Avenue, Unit B Lakewood, CO 80214 Hours: Friday 6-10 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5 pm Admission is free Rudolph says the idea started as a bit of a way to grab some attention for the gallery after their move from SEE ART SHOW, P14

Final Expenses Check this off your to-do list!

Guaranteed, modified whole life coverage from Physicians Life Insurance Company that’s affordable and easy to get.

• Guaranteed acceptance for ages 45 to 85* • No medical exam! No health questions!

• Lock in your rate for life

Call for a FREE Information Kit.

1-855-403-3383 >> www.life55plus.info/copa

For general information about the vaccine, call: 1-877-CO VAX CO

*Ages may vary by state. Guaranteed for one of these life insurance policies. Benefits reduced first two years. Insurance Policy L770 (ID: L770ID; OK: L770OK; TN: L770TN).

6238

Arvada Press 9

1February 25, 2021

Prepare for power outages with a Generac home standby generator

DON’T JUST KINDA TV. DIRECTV.

REQUEST A FREE QUOTE!

866-977-2602

FREE

7-Year Extended Warranty* A $695 Value!

GET THIS SEASON OF NBA LEAGUE PASS ON US^ ^Ltd. time.

Offer valid December 15, 2020 - March 1, 2021

Call your AT&T Dealer today!

Special Financing Available Subject to Credit Approval

866-984-4656

AT&T TV: Requires high speed Internet. Recommend minimum Internet 25 plan for optimal viewing (min 8Mbps per stream). Limit 3 concurrent AT&T streams. 2020-21 NBA LEAGUE PASS PREMIUM OFFER: Limited time, while supplies last. Blackout restrictions and other conditions apply. New residential customers activating CHOICE Package or above or ÓPTIMO MÁS Package will be eligible to receive the 2020-21 season of NBA League Pass Premium at no additional cost. NBA League Pass access ends 5/16/2021 and does not automatically renew. Out-of-market game availability is based on billing ZIP code. NBA, the NBA logo and team identifications are the exclusive intellectual property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective member teams. ©2020-21 NBA Properties, Inc. All Rights Reserved. ©2021 AT&T Intellectual Property.

AT&T and the Globe logo are registered trademarks and service marks of AT&T Intellectual Property. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

*To qualify, consumers must request a quote, purchase, install and activate the generator with a participating dealer. Call for a full list of terms and conditions.

Local Focus. More News.

20 newspapers. 20 websites. Connecting YOU to your LOCAL community.

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

WINDOW & DOOR FLASH SALE THIS MONTH ONLY

“Leo and Billy with Dreamstyle windows installed our new windows today, ALL in one day! Amazing! They were the hardest workers; they were super clean, cleaning up each room area after each window; really polite, and VERY skilled at their work, with so many details to accomplish on each window, they didn’t miss one step and the end product is excellent! We don’t even want to put our drapes back up!” – John L, BBB, 12/1/20

WITH

Richard Karn Home Improvement Expert

*

OR LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS

Call for your FREE consultation:

855-552-7250

©2018 Google LLC All rights reserved. Google and the Google logo are registered trademarks of Google LLC. *Valid with the purchase of 4 or more windows. Not valid on previous orders. Valid on initial consultation only. 0% APR for 18 months available to well qualified buyers on approved credit only. Finance charges will be waived if promo balance is paid in full in 18 months. Down payment may be required, OAC, See representative for details. Valid on purchases made in the month and year of consultation and purchase of product. ©2021 ©Dreamstyle Remodeling Inc. all rights reserved. Lic. PC0003837

10 Arvada Press

GUEST COLUMN

George Stern

February 25, 2021F

LOCAL

VOICES

I

A response from the DMV

read last week’s letter about DMV “bureaucrats” who have “no motivation – zero – to serve customers” with great interest. After all, I’m the bureaucrat in charge of Jeffco’s DMV. To the author: I’m sorry you had a bad experience. We failed to inform you what we’re doing and why. So please allow me to do that now.

When I was elected two years ago, our team began a dramatic transformation to bring everyone’s least favorite government agency into the 21st century. All of our staff, including those frontline workers you observed, have been hyper-motivated to get it done. Here’s what we’ve accomplished:

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The party of “no”

In his first few months as Senate Minority Leader, Mitch McConnell has given us a preview of how Republicans will behave for the next four years. They will use every tool at their disposal, like the filibuster, to cling to power and stop progress. They used it to block civil rights legislation in the 60s. They used it to block background checks for gun sales in 2013. And they’ll use it to block everything Democrats want to do in 2021.

Republicans have used the rules to entrench their power and we need to fight fire with fire. The only reason Mitch McConnell hasn’t already gotten rid of the filibuster is because he hasn’t needed to.

He has packed federal courts with judges who will overturn Roe V. Wade, declare the ACA unconstitutional, and go after our civil rights, at a minimum.

Democrats won the majority, and they should act like it. They promised Americans bold relief and they shouldn’t let Republicans use procedural hurdles like the filibuster to block their agenda. The best chance of keeping Republicans from permanently controlling the levers of power is by passing big, bold democracy reforms — and the only way we do that is by eliminating the filibuster. Mitch McConnell is too eager to use it.

Mary Jackson, Arvada

Being clear about accountability

I am not quite sure what Michael Alcorn was trying to say in his column of 02/18. I am in agreement with him that we as citizens need to hold all officeholders, from local to national, accountable.

Is that not what the majority in the House of Representative who voted to impeach Mr. Trump and the majority of the Senate that voted to convict him were trying to do?

He also made several other statements that left me scratching my head: That SEE LETTERS, P11

A publication of

Call first: 14143 Denver West Pkwy., Suite 100, Golden 80401, 303-566-4100 Mailing Address: 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225 Englewood, CO 80110 Phone: 303-566-4100 Web: ArvadaPress.com To subscribe call 303-566-4100

Expanded online options, increasing e-service use by 60% last year. Nearly half of our customers now complete DMV business wherever and whenever they like. Installed grocery store renewal kiosks that 40,000 customers used last year.

Launched a live chat for faster remote service. We have asked all 46,000 people who used it for feedback – 95% gave it rave reviews. Switched to appointment-only to control crowds during COVID, which has been a runaway success operationally and with customers. It allows us to have some frontline staff processing remote work and answering chats, as you observed, while still serving thousands of customers in-person each day with 0-min-

ute(!) wait time. We have asked every recent in-person customer for feedback – 90% gave five stars. Here’s one review (public on Google, from the Arvada office you visited): “Holy Cow! I have never had such a GREAT experience at DMV before.

COVID changed policy of appointment only should remain forever! I was in and out in 10 minutes.”

There’s no question we still have room to improve, and we won’t stop trying. It’s why we ask every customer we serve for feedback. This team is motivated, and we’re here to serve.

George Stern is the elected Clerk and Recorder for Jefferson County.

New life and new challenges post- pandemic

W

hat comes next?”

I got my first vaccine against COVID last Sunday, and, with my second dose scheduled for HITTING mid-March, HOME personally, I am ready finally to look at life post-pandemic.

I know there are still steps to be taken, and cautions to be observed, but with my inoculation, my 85-year Michael Alcorn old mother’s inoculation, my 70-something inlaws inoculations, the immediate danger to me and my high-risk loved ones is finally waning.

The same is true of the country as a whole. No, we’re not at herd immunity just yet; no, the mediamedical complex isn’t ready to let go of their narrative to remain vigilant (translation: stay scared); and, no, there’s still plenty to think about in terms of variants. But, on Feb. 13, according to WorldMeters, the U.S. recorded fewer than 100,000 new cases of COVID for the first time since Nov. 4. Colorado is down from an average of around 4,000 per day in November to fewer than 1,000 new cases per day for the 7-day period ending on Feb. 21.

So, it seems like there is now light at the end of the tunnel. And again, I ask, “what comes next?”

Have you thought about that question? I know the zeitgeist has moved far past those hopeful days last summer when we were

all thinking about the lessons of the pandemic —what really mattered, what didn’t, and how valuable the simple things really are. But have we forgotten all those lessons?

Are we really going to revel in neighborhood barbecues and spending time with friends and family? Or have the political divisions driven us even deeper into our tribes, such that we don’t even want to reach out to neighbors, for fear that we may discover that (shocking) they don’t share our worldview?

And what of our communities?

Steve Sailer (umz.com, in a post that has pointed political slant) has charted some astonishing numbers: the murder rate in the 3rd quarter of 2020 (the last quarter data was fully available) jumped by *30%* over the 5-year average. The two previous largest one-year jumps in the murder rate (1968, 2015) saw jumps of 12.7% and 12.1%, respectively.

And that doesn’t take into account the looming mental health/ suicide rate, the numbers on which we likely won’t have for years.

Do we remember the people who have been heaping new work and new routines upon themselves to keep some semblance of normal alive for us? Or are we going to, once again, be rude to waiters and bus drivers for minor inconveniences in our life?

And what about our workplaces? We’ve discovered that we can keep many of our businesses working from home. Does that translate into more efficient use of workers’ time? Americans are

famous for spending more hours on the job than our counterparts in the world: have we learned that we can get the same productivity with fewer meetings around the water cooler and in the board room? And what does that mean for the physical structures of our businesses? Do we really need all the new commercial real estate being built, or does the structure of our commerce now look less centralized? And, what does that mean for the people who keep those physical structures functional? If you don’t need an office, do you need a cleaning crew and a maintenance team?

The schools are, right now, coming to grips with how things might be different on the other side. Overall enrollment in public schools in Colorado is down by 30,000 students as of December, the first decrease in enrollment in 30 years. Will those kids come back next fall?

In every challenge is an opportunity, a moment where the leaders of vision and foresight seize the tide of human affairs and create something new and amazing.

Are you that leader? Do you know somebody who is? Because thinking about this stuff in six months is not soon enough.

Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His new novel, “Charon’s Blade,” is available at Amazon.com, on Kindle, or through MichaelJAlcorn.com.” His opinions are not necessarily those of Colorado Community Media.

JERRY HEALEY President

MINDY NELON Marketing Consultant

jhealey@coloradocommunitymedia.com

mnelon@coloradocommunitymedia.com

CHRIS ROTAR Interim Editor

AUDREY BROOKS Business Manager

crotar@coloradocommunitymedia.com

abrooks@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Columnist opinions are not necessarily those of the Press. We welcome letters to the editor. Please include your full name, address and the best number to reach you by telephone.

GLENN WALLACE Metro West Editor

ERIN FRANKS Production Manager

Email letters to gwallace@coloradocommunitymedia.com

gwallace@coloradocommunitymedia.com

efranks@coloradocommunitymedia.com

MICHAEL HICKS Community Editor

LINDSAY NICOLETTI Operations/ Circulation Manager

Deadline Wed. for the following week’s paper.

mhicks@coloradocommunitymedia.com

lnicoletti@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Columnists & Guest Commentaries

To opt in or out of delivery please email us at circulation@ coloradocommunitymedia.com

Arvada press A legal newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, Colorado, the Arvada Press is published weekly on Thursday by Colorado Community Media, 14143 Denver West Pkwy., Suite 100, Golden 80401.

POSTMASTER: Send address change to: Arvada Press, 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225, Englewood, CO 80110

Arvada Press 11

1February 25, 2021

LETTERS FROM PAGE 10

Mr. Trump’s term was not unique?

What other American president refused to accept the results of an election in which he was defeated and tried with the help of a mob he incited to stop the certification of it? That a politician is not capable of “changing the world with the stroke their pen or turn of their phrase”? Does he mean to imply that the many actions and words of Mr, Trump didn’t matter?

I agree that after these four long years of disunity inspired by the words and actions of Mr. Trump,

we as a nation need to work towards unity, but there must be accountability as well. Not only for the former president, but for the people in our community that try to be thought leaders, whether they be politicians or newspaper columnists.

Sharon Moddelmog, Arvada GOP’s failure

Once again, we’ve seen a lack of political courage from the Republicans in Congress who failed to do their duty to convict a former president of inciting an insurrection.Our democracy is still at great

C AT H O L I C C H U R C H

Proclaiming Christ from the Mountains to the Plains www.StJoanArvada.org 12735 W 58th Ave · 80002 · 303-420-1232 Daily Masses: 8:30am, Mon-Sat Confessions: 8am Tue-Fri; 7:30am & 4:00pm Sat Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00pm Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9:00, 11:30am, 5:30pm

SEE LETTERS, P18

OBITUARIES GUNTHER

To advertise your place of worship in this section, call Erin at 303-566-4074 or email eaddenbrooke@ ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

ST. JOAN OF ARC

SCHMIEDER

LUKE SCHMIEDER 03/09/1943-02/14/2021

Maureen Gunther

7/7/39-4/9/21 Eventually she and Tom retired Maureen had an interesting around the same time, and and memorable life. She was they spent many happy years born July 7, 1939 in Belfast, traveling around the world, Northern Ireland. She spent often with other friends. the World War II years in Maureen and Tom loved Belfast, occasionally being sent to ballroom dance (she to the countryside with her particularly liked Latin and cousins, due to the threat of the Swing numbers) and could Nazi bombings. often be found on the dance After the war in 1949, Maureen moved floor at various functions, impressing the to Heidelberg, Germany, where her father crowd. Jazzercise and walking with her was employed by the U.S. Army. She and husband were other activities the she really her family lived in a military club that her enjoyed. father managed, called the Molkenkur. It Arts and crafts were always a big part was perched on the hillside overlooking of her life, she sewed and embroidered the city of Heidelberg and its castle.

Maureen attended the American schools in countless items over the years for Heidelberg, which were provided for allied her family and friends, and created dependents. There she quickly learned and various crafts and home decor. She also became fluent in the German language - so volunteered with Tom for many years at the Arvada Center for the Performing well so, that locals often thought she was Arts, where she loved to interact with the German herself. patrons and performers alike.

In high school she was a cheerleader, and Another great love of Maureen’s was it was there that she captured the heart of the spending time in the mountains, a team football player named Tom. Their especially at their family cabin in Alma, love endured over the years, even after CO. She especially loved cozying up inside Tom’s family moved back to the U.S.. Once with the fire, when the snow was falling.

Maureen’s family was able to immigrate to America in 1956, they continued to stay Maureen was such a loving, caring and connected while Tom went to college, and special person, she will be greatly missed eventually married on June 16, 1962. She by all who knew and loved her. Maureen is raised 2 children and lived in 5 different survived by her husband Tom, her son Jeff cities before finally settling in Arvada, CO Gunther, daughter Sharon Nguyen, son-inin 1972. law Dzon Nguyen, and grandchildren Zach There she spent a fulfilling life raising her Craft, Arianna Nguyen, Isabella Nguyen and Nicolette Nguyen. son and daughter, often by herself, since Tom’s employment required frequent There will be a private service for family travel. Tom credits her for turning out two and internment at Olinger Crown Hill wonderful adults.

Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Maureen’s name can be made to the As the kids grew older, Maureen enjoyed Alzheimer’s Association or to the Arvada her own career as a Student Advisor at Red Rocks Community College for many years. Center for the Performing Arts.

BURROWS

Alice Kehew Burrows 1929 - 2021

Alice passed peacefully on January 26th in Naples, FL. Born in Newport, RI, she and her husband Bill relocated to Arvada in 1963, residing there until 2005.

Alice will be remembered for her love of family and friends, music and antiques.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years in 2007, and her son Stephen in 1968. She is survived by her daughters, Rosalind Fusco, Naples, FL and Angela Vanderlan, Denver, along with 8 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Place an Obituary for Your Loved One.

Private 303-566-4100

Obituaries@ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

Funeral Homes Visit: www.memoriams.com

Luke passed away on February 14th in Colorado after a brief hospital stay.

He died resting peacefully, and appreciated that family could be with him at the time of passing. Luke is preceded in death by his wife Jude and his brothers Mark and Paul.

He is survived by his brot hers Carl and Leroy, and his sisters Darlene and Lisa. He is also survived by his chil dren, Jeff, Pam, John, and Lori. He is also survived by his grandchildren John Luke, Sarah and Katie Weerstra, and Anna and El iza Burton.

Luke and Jude were both born in Ohio and were married over fifty years. They moved from Minster, Ohio to Denver in 1970 as t hey loved the outdoors and Colorfu l Colorado, even purchasing a weekend ranch with horses, donkeys, and a few farm cats. Luke loved tinkering with the ranch equipment and even raised cattle and harvested hay for ma rket. Luke and Jude were often described as having a zest for life, and many of their friends and fam ily couldn’t wait to spend more time with them.

Luke had a love for the stock market and business, and even as a teenager could

be found in the library researching stocks and making investments. He joined a few partners and founded Mesa Laboratories in 1982, with his young children helping assemble the early products in the garage.

In 1984, he realized his dream of taking a company public with an IPO, and MLAB was born. The company quickly grew, and Luke loved searching for other great companies to acquire and improve under t he Mesa umbrella. He was CEO of Mesa t hrough 2009, when he retired from dayto-day business activities. He remained on the board through 2014, and his son John is still a member of t he board today. The company has flourished, now having 450 employees and an impressive financial growth history.

Due to restrictions on gatherings during the Coronavirus pandemic, a small fami ly mass will be said. A memoria l service will be planned at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted at two charities that Luke admired, Seeds of Hope in Denver and St .

Francis-St. Joseph Catholic Worker House in Cincinnati.

PENNY

Rogene Penny 1927 - 2021

Rogene Penny, Arvada, CO, died on January 30, 2021, at the age of 93, after suffering a broken hip. Her love of children, of teaching, and of animals will be remembered by former students, colleagues and friends. Rogene Penny was “that teacher” you always remember, absorbed into families and invited to attend birthday parties, graduations, weddings.

Rogene Nordstedt Penny was born on August 8, 1927 in Lindsborg, Kansas. She was the youngest daughter of Robert and Elda Nordstedt and was proceeded in death by her husband of more than 50 years, Loren (2015), as well as her daughter Dana Penny Pallaoro (2006) and son Kurtis Penny (2017).

She grew up on a farm in rural Kansas, and talked often about escaping household chores to work side by side with her dad, driving a truck at age 10, hitching up a team of horses for planting, baling hay. Horses were here favorite companions, and there was always a beloved dog in her life.

Rogene graduated from Sedgwick High School in 1944 and attended Pittsburg State Teachers College where she met her husband Loren, an army veteran. They married in a small chapel in Yellowstone National Park. She began teaching in Meade, Kansas as she waited for Loren to complete his degree, and then the couple moved to Arvada. Rogene began teaching 1st grade full time in 1964 at Vanderhoof Elementary, moving to Stott Elementary

when it opened in 1972. She loved reading, and coaxed many a younger reader with favorites such as “Billy and Blaze: A Boy and his Pony”. She retired from teaching in 1987, and began a second 30 year career tutoring struggling readers and writers. She adored her students.

Rogene was a poet and published author of books and cards for Blue Mountain cards.

Rogene, Loren and their family loved to travel. When the children were smaller, they helped to choose and plan trips to historic venues across America. When empty nesters, they purchased an RV and traveled the backroads, visiting small towns and historic sites with their dog family. Favorite trips included a 6 month “follow the fall leaves” tour, and a trip to Churchill, Ontario to see polar bears in the wild. They found time every year to visit favorites places, including Santa Fe and Rocky Mountain National Park. Rogene loved to tell the story of her “almost” encounter with a mountain lion along a park trail.

Rogene Penny will be remembered and missed. A celebration of her life will be held later this summer. Donations in her honor can be made by check to the Stott Elementary Library, 6600 Yank Way, Arvada, CO 80004 or by clicking on the following link.

Donation to Stott in loving memory of Rogene Penny

12 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

LOCAL

LIFE

‘FEARLESS PIONEERS AND TIRELESS TRAILBLAZERS’

Johnson family’s impact on metro Denver area is far-reaching

BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

D

allas Burleson stepped up to the lectern and welcomed people joining Friendship Baptist Church of Christ Jesus for a Sunday service.

She was accompanied onstage by her daughter, Stacie Burleson, to start the worship hour with a song.

Just a little later, Pastor Paul Burleson, Dallas’ husband and Stacie’s father, took center stage. The three finished the Feb. 14 service by singing together, embodying the family ties the Denver church is based on.

The service also featured a Black History Month presentation. At one point, presenter Janay Lewis said, “My mind began to wander with a thought: Where would the world be without the Friendship Baptist Church of Jesus Christ? The church was started 46 years ago by a young pastor named Pastor Paul Burleson.”

If not for Paul Burleson, Lewis said, there would be no Friendship Baptist, which has gone on to impact the community.

Just as an example, Dallas and Paul Burleson described in a separate conversation, Friendship Baptist helped find housing in Denver for people displaced from New Orleans and Houston after hurricanes Katrina and Harvey, respectively. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock took Sunday School classes at Friendship Baptist. Paul Burleson prayed at the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver, where he made the acquaintance of former President Barack Obama and now-President Joe Biden. Dallas Burleson sang an opening song for an event in Denver featuring civil rights activist Ralph Abernathy.

This eventful journey doesn’t start with Paul Burleson 46 years

George Johnson showing a horse. Johnson opened his own stable, Happy Valley Stables, in Littleton in 1956. There, he trained to be a horse exhibitor at a time when very few African American people in the state did, said Johnson’s daughter, GeorgeAnne Redd.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE JOHNSON FAMILY AND LITTLETON MUSEUM

ago, though. It goes back further than that, the Burlesons explained.

To the banks of the South Platte River in Littleton, where George and Dorothy Johnson, Dallas Burleson’s parents, held a Bible study. It’s George and Dorothy Johnson, the Burlesons say, who deserve credit for the church and so much else.

Making Littleton home

The Johnson family moved to Littleton in 1949, when George accepted a job offer to groom horses for a rancher in town. Before then, the family had lived in other places in Colorado, Bailey and Broomfield, and in Omaha, Nebraska.

“We liked it in Littleton. We had such a good time. Everything was right there on the ranch. People

coming to ride horses, it was exciting,” said GeorgeAnne Redd, another daughter to George and Dorothy.

Altogether, there were six Johnson children: GeorgeAnne, Dallas, Johnny Lee, Robert, George Jr. and Charles. When the Johnsons moved to Littleton, they were the only African American family in town, Redd said.

At the time, most African American people lived in Denver. When the Johnsons occasionally visited the city, Redd said, “It was really strange to see all these Black people in one place because all we had ever seen was Caucasian people when we went to school.” Soon enough, though, they met a couple Black families in Englewood — including

Jessie and Lola Holmes and their family.

Talking about the two families’ relationship, Geraldine Holmes, the daughter-in-law of Jessie and Lola, recollected “Nobody was a stranger, they were just like family.”

In 1956, after being a horse groomer for other people, Johnson opened his own stable, Happy Valley Stables, in Littleton, Redd said.

There, he housed and trained other peoples’ horses and also taught riding lessons.

Happy Valley also gave Johnson the opportunity to train as a horse exhibitor, a side gig he would become successful at. Starting in the 1950s, he began showing at the SEE JOHNSONS, P13

Dragon Boat Film Festival fosters conversations COMING ATTRACTIONS

Clarke Reader

C

onversation is one of the best ways to build a bond with another person. Not only that, but it provides a wonderful opportunity to enlighten and educate. And conversation doesn’t just have to be between two people — it can also be with a culture or art form.

That’s exactly the kind of conversation that the 6th annual Dragon Boat Film Festival is eager to have with audiences during this year’s run.

“We chose the theme of `representASIAN’ for this year’s film festival because now more than ever it is important to boldly highlight the amazing accomplishments

coming out of our community,” said Sara Moore, Colorado Dragon Boat executive director. “Our whole mission and vision is to celebrate the Asian and Asian-American and Pacific Islander cultures with the community and general public. We know the best way to understand diversity and culture is to immerse yourself in it.”

The film festival — presented by Colorado Dragon Boat and Denver Film — runs from Thursday, March 4 through Sunday the 7th. Like the Denver Film Festival in October, the films will be streaming on Denver Film’s virtual platform. The platform allows for viewers to stream their

selected films on Roku, AppleTV or their computer or mobile device.

This year’s program features 12 movies, two showcases (one focusing on emerging artists and the other on short films) and numerous virtual question-and-answer sessions, panels and conversations with filmmakers and the Denver community.

“One of big things for both of our organizations is expanding the community conversations around films,” said Kevin Smith, director of marketing and partnerships with Denver Film. “We want to focus SEE READER, P13

Arvada Press 13

1February 25, 2021

JOHNSONS FROM PAGE 12

National Western Stock Show. At that time, Redd doesn’t recall seeing other Black exhibitors at the stock show, leading her to think he was the first, though stock show officials were not able to confirm if that was the case following a recent inquiry.

Redd recalls seeing other Black people at the show, but said they were all groomers up until the 1970s.

“My dad was the first that I saw that ever really showed,” she said.

Happy Valley wasn’t just a business enterprise, though. It was a community hub. “Everybody was at the stables every chance we got, mostly every weekend,” said Geraldine Holmes. The Holmes family and others would join the Johnsons for picnics and horseback riding.

Also, in the warmer months, Dorothy Johnson led family and friends in a Bible study along the banks of the South Platte River.

The strong bond between the Johnsons and Holmeses, and their commitment to gathering for a Bible study, would have a lasting effect.

They continued meeting throughout

READER FROM PAGE 12

on local community moderators in our filmmaker events because that makes for an interesting conversation. We’re taking the film and jumping off the screen into the community.”

In addition to opening night film “Definition Please” and “Moonlit Winter,” another highlight is “Mu and the Vanishing World,” a documentary that follows a young single mother on her immigration journey. The screening will feature a storytelling panel that highlights community members’ own stories about coming to America as a refugee or immigrant.

Stop AAPI Hate, a database created at the beginning of the pandemic to track racial violence, received about 2,808 reports of anti-Asian discrimination between March 19 and Dec. 31, 2020, according to reporting by Time magazine.

Which means cultural understanding and empathy is as important as it has ever been — and film is a great window into cultures as

the years either along the South Platte, or, in the colder months, at the Holmes residence in Englewood.

‘A powerful journey’

Paul Burleson moved to Denver in December 1969 after serving in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He had an uncle living in Denver who would attend the Johnson/ Holmes Bible study. So, on his first day in town, Paul Burleson accompanied his uncle to the Bible study.

There, he met Dallas and they hit it off instantly.

“I didn’t even know anything about her except that I was attracted to her and the Lord put in my spirit, ‘That’s your wife,’” Paul Burleson recalled.

As the two got to know each other, Paul Burleson would become leader of the Bible study. At the time, he was studying ministry in Denver.

Then, in 1974 in the Holmeses’ basement, the group officially formed the church and named Burleson pastor. Redd had the honor of naming the church. “Because of the friendship that we had with the Holmeses … I named it Friendship Baptist Church and it was accepted,” Redd said.

For four years, the church met at vibrantly dynamic as Asian and Asian-American.

“We’re really excited for people to see the films in the lineup, particularly because they won’t get to see most of them anywhere else,” Moore said. “It is such a good opportunity to educate people in different cultures and fight racism through sharing stories of individuals and our commonalities.”

For more information and to get tickets (both individual and multifilm passes), visit www.denverfilm. org.

A journey to the Borderlands

History Colorado’s latest core exhibit tells the story of a place where a variety of cultures and histories meet — the Borderlands of Southern Colorado. The exhibit relies on oral histories and firstperson accounts and centers on Chicano, Indigenous, and Mestizo perspectives.

The area was the site of major shift when the 1848 Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo moved a portion of the US-Mexico border from the Arkansas River down to the Rio Grande. Residents were dispossessed in a variety of ways by the

the Holmeses’ home until eventually moving into a school building in Englewood. Then, in 1984, they moved to an old house in Denver on Holly Street. In 1990, Friendship Baptist realized it needed to upgrade its space, when Bear Valley Church in Lakewood approached them. Bear Valley offered up its old church building if Friendship Baptist could literally move the building to Holly St, the Burlesons described.

So, piece-by-piece, Friendship Baptist transported the building to Holly St. to replace the house that was there. Later, in 2000, Friendship Baptist moved one last time to the location it is currently at along Fairfax Street in Denver.

Throughout that time, the Burlesons became more active in the community. Paul was president of the Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance and got involved with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). Meanwhile, Dallas became more well-known for her singing and songwriting. She performed at concerts headlined by major gospel artists and wrote original songs performed by musicians. She recently wrote and published her first children’s book, “The Adventures of

Fanny Faithful.”

“It’s been such a powerful journey,” said Dallas Burleson. “In the good, in the bad. There’s been the ugly … But there’s been so much joy.”

As for the other Johnson children, Redd currently oversees administrative operations at Friendship Baptist after a career in real estate. Robert Johnson recently retired from pastoring his own church. George Jr. and Charles Johnson were musicians and had a band, Mother Pearl, that performed in Littleton and Denver. Charles Johnson was also a Vietnam veteran and received the Purple Heart, Redd said.

Today, Redd, Dallas Burleson and Robert Johnson are the only living members of the Johnson family’s original eight. Yet, reminders of the family’s collective memory are everywhere, such as a horse galloping on TV or a church service at Friendship Baptist.

“The bottom line was that we were standing on the shoulders of Dallas’ mother and father, George Johnson and Miss Dorothy Johnson,” Paul Burleson said. “So, we want to make sure that we don’t forget them as being fearless pioneers and tireless trailblazers.”

treaty (a result of the MexicanAmerican War) and the exhibit explores the blending of cultures in the region.

Find more information on the exhibit which will be on indefinite display at the center, 1200 Broadway in Denver — at h-co.org/borderlands.

ing single tickets for the show are available at www.minersalley.com/ shows/quarantine-cabaret-series/.

Clarke’s Concert of the Week - Miners Alley Playhouse’s Tribute to Ruth Brown

Golden’s Miners Alley Playhouse will be hosting its latest entry in the theater’s Quarantine Cabaret series with a concert aimed at celebrating Black History Month.

Sheryl McCallum and David Nehls will be performing A Tribute to Ruth Brown at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27.

Brown was an important figure in R&B music in the 1940s and 50s and played a key role in the development of Atlantic Records. McCallum has performed all over the metro area and on Broadway and beyond. Nehls is a composer/lyricist, musical director and actor and has conducted and music directed 50 productions for the Arvada Center.

Limited in-person and stream-

Streaming style - ‘Black Men in White Coats’

Arapahoe Libraries are wrapping up the celebration of Black History Month with a virtual screening of the documentary, “Black Men in White Coats.” The film examines the systematic barriers preventing black men from becoming medical doctors and the significant consequences on society, according to provided information.

The screening will begin at noon on Saturday, Feb. 27. Those who register at least half an hour before noon on that day will receive a link with instructions on how to watch the film any time through March 1.

There will also be a virtual question and answer session with executive producer Dr. Dale Okorodudu, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3.

For information and registration, visit https://arapahoelibraries. bibliocommons.com/events/.

Clarke Reader’s column on culture apears on a weekly basis. He can be reached at Clarke.Reader@hotmail.com.

Join us at our Free Reverse Mortgage Workshop every 2nd Saturday in Olde Town Arvada from 10-11:30am RSVP to events@christinereverse.com

Christine Jensen Your Local Reverse Mortgage Specialist NMLS# 244648 | Office: 303-456-4403 Copyright©2021 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (“Fairway”) NMLS#2289.

4750 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-866-912-4800. All rights reserved. Fairway is not affiliated with any government agencies. These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. Reverse mortgage borrowers are required to obtain an eligibility certificate by receiving counseling sessions with a HUD-approved agency. The youngest borrower must be at least 62 years old. Monthly reverse mortgage advances may affect eligibility for some other programs. This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Not all customers will qualify. Information, rates and programs are subject to change without notice. All products are subject to credit and property approval. Other restrictions and limitations may apply.

AZ License #BK-0904162.

14 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

ART SHOW FROM PAGE 8

their previous trendy Navajo Street location in North Denver.

“When we moved up to Colfax from Navajo street we were a half block from Casa Bonita,” Rudolph says. “It was an easy identifier for people to find us, so we figured “Let’s celebrate it.” And now people just love it.”

Rudolph said it’s been a great way to introduce the gallery and broader 40 West Arts District to new faces.

“It’s a quirky, fun experience that attracts a lot of artists who don’t usually apply to be a part of art shows,” she said. “And the response has been tremendous from people that don’t usually attend them either.”

Rudolph says this year’s show includes work from more than 40 artists, including art from as far away as California. She said she was pleasantly surprised that no one submitted a Covid-inspired piece because with so much art reflecting the pandemic lately, it’s good escapism to keep things light.

However, the coronavirus did

One solution for oxygen at home, away, and for travel Introducing the INOGEN ONE It’s oxygen therapy on your terms No more tanks to refill. No more deliveries. No more hassles with travel. The INOGEN ONE portable oxygen concentrator is designed to provide unparalleled freedom for oxygen therapy users. It’s small, lightweight, clinically proven for stationary and portable use, during the day and at night, and can go virtually anywhere — even on most airlines. Inogen accepts Medicare and many private insurances!

come up as the gallery was deciding whether or not to hold the show.

“It was a tough decision because we’ve really been scaling back our shows,” Rudolph said. “In the past we’ve had more than 300 people at the show’s opening. We thought about scaling back, but instead of emphasizing opening night, we’re spreading it out over three weekends.

Rudolph said masks and distancing will be in effect and people might have to wait a few minutes, but wants to assure folks that with selfie station, Casa Bonita swag (for purchase) and amazing art, a good time will be had by all.

Artwork in the show will be judged, with monetary prizes for first, second and third place, as well as a people’s choice award.

Next gallery is open Friday evenings from 6-10 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.

The Casa Bonita art show is a family-friendly event open to all ages.

Artist Chris Hainsworth’s, Sopapillas! at the Casa Bonita Art Show.

Reclaim Your Freedom And Independence NOW!

Call Inogen Today To Request Your FREE Info Kit

1-855-955-4723 © 2020 Inogen, Inc. All rights reserved.

MKT-P0108

Childhood Trauma, by Lindy Kedro will be showing at Next Gallery’s Casa Bonita Art PHOTOS COURTESY; NEXT GALLERY Show.

Sweet Chlorine, art from the Casa Bonita show at Next Gallery in Lakewood, Colorado by Laura Kedro.

Arvada Press 15

1February 25, 2021

powered by

Thu 3/04

Fri 3/05

Ballet 5 / Pointe

Intermediate/Advanced Belly Dance Class

@ 1am Mar 4th - Mar 24th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

Featured

Buyer and Cellar @ 9am / $25 Arvada, arvadacenter.org/events/ buyer-and-cellar. info@arvadacen ter.org, 720-898-7200

Editor's Pick

Mines Museum Entry Reservation @ 9am / Free Mines Museum of Earth Science (GRL Bldg.), 1310 Maple Street - reserve time at www.mines.edu/museumofearthscience/, Golden

Jazz 2 @ 1am Mar 5th - Mar 25th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

Lyrical/ Contemporary 1 @ 2am Mar 5th - Mar 25th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

You Sleuth Augmented Reality Detective Experience @ 10am / $25 Thornton, yousleuth.com/

Featured

Playschool Music Magic Thursday @ 5:15pm Mar 4th - Mar 25th Wulf Recreation Center, 5300 S Olive Road, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

Featured

Golden Virtual Game Night: Trivia, Charades, and Drawing over Video @ 7pm / Free Online, www.letsroam.com/, Golden

@ 6pm / Free Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garri‐ son St., Arvada. 720-898-7405

Sun 3/07

Learn the proper way to do a Fix and Flip Denver @ 1:30pm / Free Online Event, Denver

Live Music at FlyteCo

@ 8:30am / Free Park Church, 3025 West 37th Av‐ enue, Denver Sunday Service

Celebrate Recovery Large and Small Groups

You Sleuth Augmented Reality Detective Experience

@ 7pm / Free NorthRock Church, 10100 Grant Street, Thornton

@ 10am / $25 Thornton, yousleuth.com/

@ 1am Mar 6th - Mar 26th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

Mines Museum Entry Reservation @ 10am / Free Mines Museum of Earth Science (GRL Bldg.), 1310 Maple Street, Golden

Mines Museum Entry Reservation @ 1pm / Free Mines Museum of Earth Science (GRL Bldg.), 1310 Maple Street, Golden

@ 1:30pm / Free Online Event, Denver

Tue 3/09 Creations. Paintings and Sculptures by Wanda Marshall @ 10:30am / Free Thornton Arts & Culture Center, 9209 Dorothy Boulevard, Thornton

DeMystifying The Tarot (NEW Tuesday PM Group) @ 6:30pm / $60 The Beloved Heart Source, 8120 Sheridan Blvd, Suite C-332, Westminster

Wed 3/10 Sunday Service

@ 10am / Free Park Church, 3025 West 37th Avenue, Denver

Tap 2

Learn the proper way to do a Fix and Flip Denver

@ 7pm / Free Online, www.letsroam.com/, Golden

@ 7pm / Free FlyteCo Brewing, 4499 West 38th Avenue, #101, Denver

@ 12am Mar 6th - Mar 26th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

@ 5am Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling Street, Wheat Ridge. wheatridge.recreation@gmail.com, 303-231-1300

Golden Virtual Game Night: Trivia, Charades, and Drawing over Video

@ 11am / $18 New Terrain Brewing Company, 16401 Table Mountain Parkway, Golden

Ballet 1 @ 11pm Mar 4th - Mar 25th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

Women in Nature (#1585)

Yoga On Tap

Hip Hop 3

@ 7pm / Free FlyteCo Brewing, 4499 West 38th Avenue, #101, Denver

@ 11:15am / $10 Starting Strength Denver, 6583 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood

Featured

Sat 3/06

Music Bingo at FlyteCo Brewing

Women's Squat Class + Free TShirt

@ 8am / Free Living Savior Lutheran Church, 8050 West Coal Mine Avenue, Littleton

Learn the proper way to do a Fix and Flip Denver

@ 3pm Wulf Recreation Center, Physical: 5300 South Olive Road, Mailing: 1521 Bergen Parkway, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

Pickleball and raquetball is back

Living Savior Littleton In-Person Worship Services

@ 10am / $25 Thornton, Your Neighborhood

Experience CO Trip to Leadville XCountry Ski

Featured

@ 12:15am Mar 5th - Mar 25th Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trail, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

You Sleuth Augmented Reality Detective Experience

@ 1:30pm / Free Online Event, Denver

Featured

Learn the proper way to do a Fix and Flip Denver @ 1:30pm / Free Online Event, Denver

Heal Your Lifelong Binge Eating and Lifelong Dieting @ 5pm / Free Thornton, Free online event - shelbymc‐ daniel.com/

Featured

3-7-21-Denver Marriott Westminster-As Seen On TV! @ 11am / $7-$7 Denver Marriott Westminster, 7000 Church Ranch Boulevard, Westminster

Learn the proper way to do a Fix and Flip Denver @ 1:30pm / Free Online Event, Denver

Golden Virtual Game Night: Trivia, Charades, and Drawing over Video @ 7pm / Free 1110 Washington Ave, 1110 Washington Avenue, Golden

Mon 3/08 HABITUAL YOGA - NURTURE

Music Bingo at Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom (Lakewood, CO) @ 7pm / Free Old Chicago, 3550 South Wadsworth Boulevard, Lakewood

Editor's Pick INSPIRE Wonders Wed 03/10 Pickle Making @ 10:30pm Wulf Recreation Center, 5300 S Olive Road, Evergreen. 720-880-1000

@ 8am / $11.11 Nurture • A Wellcare Marketplace, 2949 Federal Boulevard, Denver

The best place to promote your events online and in print. Visit us @ https://jeffcotranscript.com/calendar

powered by

16 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

Consider exploring some new outdoor possibilities

W

of the

2021 BEST OF THE

BEST VOTING STARTS

MARCH 1 ! st

e are in that slow time of year for outdoorsmen. Yet it is a good time to check outdoor interest calendars for events, due OUTDOOR dates and catch LIVING up on areas of interests we do not take time to study during the midst of prime fishing and hunting seasons. If you have a passion for the outdoors this is the season, this Ron Hellbusch is the “opportunity” time of year to explore.

Most hunting seasons are over and fishing time is limited.

Consider exploring new outdoors activities you have wanted to pursue but just never set aside time to enjoy.

One of the first tasks high on your outdoors “to do” list is checking current due dates on submission of big and small game hunting 2021 license applications.

Typically, April is the key date, but that can vary for both resident and especially non-resident hunting party members. If you are a Colorado hunter looking out of state, it is equally important to get updated early application due dates in neighboring states.

Let us look at some new possibilities.

One of the expanding small game populations in Colorado is the turkey. Applications are due in February in Colorado and most surrounding states, with hunting seasons opening mid-April.

With healthy populations and opportunities to harvest two birds in some states as Nebraska and Kansas, turkey hunting can be an exciting new outdoors adventure.

Focusing on our youth in Colorado is a high priority of our own Parks and Wildlife Division (CP&W) and staff. The agency’s

guide “Learn in Colorado’s Outdoor Playground” describes numerous programs for both youth and adults interested in sharpening their skills. Educational programs include “Protecting the Hunting Heritage”: Enjoying nature at State’s 42 parks,” “Living with Wildlife,” “Working Together as volunteers (at variety of state facilities),” “Archery and Shooting Sports Classes,” “Protection Waterways (water quality) and Boat Safety,” “Learning to Fish and Schools (public and private) in the Outdoors.” Each is guided by professional CP&W staff and many times by experts from other outdoors organizations.

The lull in the early year is also an opportunity to look at participating in some of the strong, supporting outdoors and wildlife organizations. There is a greater common good when state public outdoors agencies and private support work together on common and critical issues. Such organizations as Ducks unlimited, Trout Unlimited, Colorado Wildlife Federation, Elk Foundation offer opportunities to take an active and supportive role as chapter members of committees and task force to work on behalf of Colorado’s wildlife, bird and natural resources conservation.

The highly active development of our state lands and change in our landscape is putting significant pressure on our wildlife and the habitat they need to survive and populate. Too often there is not a “voice” representing wildlife in the development groups impacting wildlife resource needs and decisions.

Public and private entities mentioned above, can be reached through Google. Let us do some exploring and find our opportunity and interest.

Ron Hellbusch can be reached at Ron-Hellbusch@comcast.net

BACKED BY A YEAR-ROUND

ArvadaPress.com

CLOG-FREE GUARANTEE EXCLUSIVE LIMITED TIME OFFER!

15%

To provide the most accurate results by geographical area, Colorado Community Media does not require, but does encourage readers to vote for businesses in their immediate local community. All nominated businesses have an equal opportunity of winning, no purchase required. Please see voting website for complete contest rules and regulations.

OFF

&

YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE *

TO THE FIRST 50 CALLERS ONLY! **

OFF

WE INSTALL

YEAR-ROUND! LIFETIME WARRANTY

Promo Code: 285

2

ER GUA

5

% OFF

SENIORS & MILITARY!

FINANCING THAT FITS YOUR BUDGET!1

D

1

R

GU

TT

NATIO

’S

E

N

TH

+

10 %

Subject to credit approval. Call for details.

1

CALL US TODAY FOR

A FREE ESTIMATE

1-866-935-0568

Mon-Thurs: 8am-11pm, Fri-Sat: 8am-5pm, Sun: 2pm-8pm EST *For those who qualify. One coupon per household. No obligation estimate valid for 1 year. **Offer valid at time of estimate only 2The leading consumer reporting agency conducted a 16 month outdoor test of gutter guards in 2010 and recognized LeafFilter as the “#1 rated professionally installed gutter guard system in America.” CSLB# 1035795 DOPL #10783658-5501 License# 7656 License# 50145 License# 41354 License# 99338 License# 128344 License# 218294 WA UBI# 603 233 977 License# 2102212986 License# 2106212946 License# 2705132153A License# LEAFFNW822JZ License# WV056912 License# WC-29998-H17 Nassau HIC License# H01067000 Registration# 176447 Registration# HIC.0649905 Registration# C127229 Registration# C127230 Registration# 366920918 Registration# PC6475 Registration# IR731804 Registration# 13VH09953900 Registration# PA069383 Suffolk HIC License# 52229-H License# 2705169445 License# 262000022 License# 262000403 License# 0086990 Registration# H-19114

Arvada Press 17

LOCAL

1February 25, 2021

SPORTS

Fort Lupton wears down Arvada Pressure from Blue Devils’ defense key in 51-23 victory

BY JONATHAN MANESS SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Fort Lupton’s Maddax Farrer drives to the basket during Thursday’s contest at Arvada High School. The Bluedevils beat the Bulldogs PHOTOS BY JONATHAN MANESS 51-23.

ARVADA – Jim Roedel knows what he is getting from his team when they take the court – effort and defensive intensity. And both were on full display Feb. 18 to help the Fort Lupton basketball team rout rival Arvada 51-23.

It was the on-ball pressure by the Bluedevils that proved to be the difference in the contest as Fort Lupton closed the contest on a 25-3 run to seal the victory.

“It was just the relentless pressure and hard work that ultimately wore down Arvada’s young guards,” Roedel said. “The one thing that has been consistent is our effort and defensive intensity. The commitment by our kids to just compete has been tremendous.”

That defensive intensity helped Fort Lupton force Arvada into five early turnovers. But both teams struggled early to get the ball in the basket. It was the more seasoned Fort Lupton squad, which features eight seniors, that got rolling early. Senior Cesar Valdez broke the drought with a basket and added a 3-pointer to give the Bluedevils an early 5-0 advantage.

Arvada (2-6 overall, 0-3

4A/3A Colorado 7) kept the game close with its intense defense, which was led by the imposing presence of 6-foot-2-inch junior David Ngewasi. Ngewasi blocked a pair of early baskets and dominated the defensive glass throughout the game.

Cody Nelson found Ngewasi for a basket in the first to tie the game, but Fort Lupton added a basket to take a 7-5 into the second quarter.

Nelson added another basket to tie the game up for the Bulldogs before Fort Lupton responded with an eightpoint run. Senior Mikel Sosa scored five consecutive baskets to close the half for Arvada, but FLHS took a 2415 lead into halftime.

The Bulldogs’ strong defense in the second half kept Fort Lupton scoreless for the first three minutes, Ngewasi added a basket to cut the lead to 26-20. However, the rest of the way was all Fort Lupton.

“It was one of our most complete games, despite our shooting,” Roedel said. “We were the more aggressive and physical team which frustrated Arvada and, in the end, they caved under the pressure.”

Valdez led all scorers with nine points, while Sosa was the top scorer for Arvada with five points. It was the second time the two squads have faced this season with Fort Lupton (6-3 overall, 2-0 4A/3A Colorado 7) winning the first game 60-25.

The season has not been easy for either squad as they

Fort Lupton’s Dante Villarini blocks Arvada’s Devyn Jarvis during Thursday’s contest at Arvada High School. The Bluedevils beat the Bulldogs 51-23.

deal with playing during COVID, but Roedel is proud of how his team has overcome the challenges.

“Nothing is normal,” the coach said. “But once the ball goes in the air, mask or no mask, it’s still just a basketball game. I do want to say how proud I am of our players, community, school administration and parents for their willingness to support our kids and allow them to participate in this COVID year.”

Fort Lupton added another win Saturday, defeating Weld Central 44-40 and is eyeing the league title with five games left on the schedule.

The young Arvada squad has five games left, and faced Eagle Ridge on Feb. 23.

Cougars take two out of three at Wheat Ridge quad Benton scores a trio of pinfall victories for Evergreen in late season bouts

BY MICHAEL HICKS MHICKS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Gabe Benton is one of few words, so he let his wrestling do the talking for him on Feb. 18 at Wheat Ridge High School.

His wrestling shouted loud and clear as the Evergreen senior went 3-for-3 with three pins in a quad meet, which also featured Littleton and Faith Christian.

“I wrestled the Wheat Ridge kid first and I pinned him in the first period.

Then I wrestled the Littleton kid and pinned him in

the second period. I wrestled the Faith Christian kid last and pinned him in the first period,” Benton said.

Not a bad day’s work.

Benton pinned Wheat Ridge’s Koah Proper in 46 seconds, followed by a win in 3 minutes, 12 seconds over the Lions’ Issak Hosford before pinning Faith Christian’s Austen Apperlee in 1:09.

It was part of a 2-1 night for the Cougars, who scored dual wins over host Wheat Ridge, 42-24, and Faith Christian, 48-18, sandwiched around a 41-30 loss to Littleton.

Others scoring pinfall victories for the Cougars were Noah Henderson (182 pounds vs. Wheat Ridge and Faith Christian), Jacque Laloutte (138 vs. Littleton), Karl Schuenmann (195 vs.

Faith Christian) and Luka Aaen (285 vs. Faith Chris-

tian).

Nobody showed more grit than Schuenmann. Down 7-0 after the first period against Faith Christian’s Christian Fanaro, Schuenmann put his strength and conditioning on display in the second period, where he not only didn’t give up control after starting the period on top but he completed his comeback with a pinfall victory in 2:56.

“Thanks to my coaches and my conditioning I just used that to my advantage,” Schuenmann said.

Still, there’s room to improve, Evergreen coach Jake Kay said.

“We have a lot to work on,” the first-year head coach, who is filling in for Lucas Burrier, who is taking the season off.

“They’re going out there fighting, they’re wrestling tough. I’m happy that they

Evergreen’s Gabe Benton puts Wheat Ridge’s Koah Proper on his back before scoring a pinfall victory in 46 seconds on Thursday, Feb. PHOTO BY MICHAEL HICKS 18.

got out there and got the wins. When they needed to, people stepped up.”

But technique-wise, Kay is hopeful the Cougars will be in a better position come regionals on March 5-6.

“A lot of the mistakes that we’re seeing right now are mistakes that we would’ve saw two months ago in a

normal season,” Kay said.

“We’re seeing mistakes two weeks before regionals that we would’ve solved in a normal year by winter break or

by January.”

That said, the mistakes, at least as far as the scoreboard was concerned, were minimal in damage on Thursday night.

18 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

C R O S S W O R D LETTERS P U Z Z L E FROM PAGE 11

risk, even in a post-Trump world.

The most important thing Congress can do right now is to pass the For the People Act in the Senate.(It has already passed in the House). This bill expands voting rights, including making mail-in voting easier in all states.

It prohibits partisan gerrymandering. It stems the flow of money into elections by requiring that dark money sources disclose their identity. It requires that all government officials abide by ethics rules – including the President. It requires the President to disclose and divest himself/herself of all financial interests that pose a conflict of interest. Both Senators

Hickenlooper and Bennet are supporters of this bill.

Passage of this bill will almost certainly require elimination of the filibuster, which is an antiquated requirement for 60% of the Senate before passage of non-budget related bills. Senators Bennet and Hickenlooper should advocate to remove the filibuster right away. The myth that the filibuster promotes thoughtful debate and compromise is a sham, as evidenced by watching so many good bills die without discussion in the Senate. Despite the fact the Democrats have been voted into the majority, Mitch McConnell still has the power to obstruct progress on almost everything, including passage of the For the People Act, until we end the filibuster.

Robin Kupernik, Arvada

Local Focus. More News.

20 newspapers. 20 websites. Connecting YOU to your LOCAL community.

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com 303-566-4100

Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

A less expensive way to help get the dental care you deserve!

• Get help paying dental bills and keep more money in your pocket

• This is real dental insurance — NOT just a discount plan • Get affordable coverage before your next checkup

Don’t wait! Call now and we’ll rush you a FREE Information Kit with all the details.

1-855-429-7670 dental50plus.com/copa Insurance Policy P150 6210 0519

Answers

THANKS for

PLAYING!

© 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.

Solution

Arvada Press 19

1February 25, 2021

www.ColoradoCommunityCareers.com

To Advertise call Karen 303.566.4091

kearhart@coloradocommunitymedia.com

TO ADVERTISE CALL 303-566-4100

Career Training

Help Wanted

TRAIN ONLINE TO DO MEDICAL BILLING! Become a Medical Office Professional online at CTI! Get Trained, Certified & ready to work in months! Call 888-572-6790.

(M-F 8am-6pm ET)

Help Wanted Executive Director The Association of Community Publishers (ACP) is searching for an Executive Director. If interested, visit afcp.org or ifpa.com and click on the “Executive Director Search” link for more details.

COOK/KITCHEN HELP/ FRY COOK Lunch shift 5 days a week and 2 nights a week.

Extra hours available. Please call Arlene at 303-424-0324 LEGITIMATE WORK AT HOME No Sales, no Investment, No Risk, Free training, Free website. Contact Susan at 303-646-4171 or fill out form at www.wisechoice4u.com

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING SALES ASSOCIATE Colorado Community Media seeks to hire a Classified Advertising Sales Associate to join our team.

Position requires data entry, working with clients to renew ads, collect payments and will make outbound calls to new customers.

Candidate must be proficient with all Microsoft products and have excellent customer service skills. Must be detail oriented and organized.

Previous experience working with deadlines is highly desirable but not required. Must be able to work with multiple projects at one time, ensuring there are no errors.

This position is full time with hourly pay working in our Englewood office.

To apply please put Classified Advertising Sales Associate in subject line and email resume to eaddenbrooke@coloradocommunitymedia. com. No phone calls please.

Colorado Community Media, in Englewood, CO is a full service media company looking to add to our team.

H RING? It’s easy to place your ad online.

Rates are very reasonable with self-placement.

It will run in print and on all 20 of our newspaper websites.

classifieds.yourquickads.com/ccm/

Local ads, coupons & deals are just one click away!

CHECK IT OUT AT:

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

MULTI-MEDIA ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Colorado Community Media, publishers of 24 weekly and 3 monthly publications is currently seeking to hire an Multi-Media Advertising Account Executive. If you aren’t familiar with us, maybe you know one of our publications such as the Arvada Press, Golden Transcript, Westminster Window, Littleton Independent, the Parker Chronicle, the Castle Rock NewsPress or the Washington Park Profile. But we are a lot more than local newspapers. We also can help businesses through our full suite of digital marketing tools. Such as programmatic online advertising, email marketing and our own newspaper websites. If you have a desire to help businesses succeed by being a marketing advisor with many solutions at your disposal, this is your opportunity. Plus, as the local newspaper, we are trusted and well known.

Candidate must be a multi-tasker, be outgoing and a fast learner. Like any sales position, candidate must like the challenge of calling on prospects as well as established customers and earning commission on every sale. Newspaper sales experience a plus but not required.

Position is full time and offers a base salary plus commission and full benefits available. We offer a nice working environment.

What we do as an organization matters. Sales revenues supports our newsroom. Our reporters are out there everyday holding the powerful accountable, telling good stories about good people, keeping readers informed about things to do and yes, the occasional breaking news story that is not always positive. If you are mission driven, we have a strong mission and a 150+ year history in Colorado doing what we do.

Please send resume to:

Job Type: Full-time • Pay: $40,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

eaddenbrooke@coloradocommunitymedia.com

COVID-19 considerations:

Come join CCM to be a part of helping local businesses be successful and our community newspapers thrive.

Sales sits in tall cubicles, properly socially distanced from others. Everyone wears a mask when not at their desks. Currently, it is rare that sales meets with anyone in person. Almost all work is being done via zoom, phone or email at this time.

20 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

www.ColoradoServiceDirectory.com

To Advertise call Karen 303.566.4091 kearhart@coloradocommunitymedia.com TO ADVERTISE CALL 303-566-4100 Carpentry Carpenter/Handyman:

Semi retired but still ready to work for you! 34 years own business. Prefer any small jobs. Rossi's: 303-233-9581

Carpet/Flooring

Cleaning

Handyman

EXCEPTIONAL HOUSECLEANING # 1 ,INC.

Michael’s Handyman Services

Since 1997 - Lincensed - Insured - Bonded Weekly, Bi-Weekly, 3Weeks, Monthly, Move-In, Move-Out

• Home Beautification • Home Repair & Interior Painting

303-301-4420

FREE ESTIMATES TOM NGUYEN: OFFICE & CELL: 303-349-3153 exceptionalhousecleaning@gmail.com exceptionalhousecln.wixsite.com/home

MINOR HOME REPAIRS

No job is too small • Free Estimates

Visa-M/C • Paypal • Venmo Fence Services

Carpet Solutions

• CARPET REPAIRS •RE-STRETCHING • PET DAMAGE

n:

Call Ke

720-244-3623 Drywall

A PATCH TO MATCH Drywall Repair Specialist

• Home Renovation and Remodel • 30 years Experience • Insured • Satisfaction Guaranteed Highly rated & screened contractor by Home Advisor & Angies list

Call Ed 720-328-5039 Sanders Drywall Inc. All phases to include

Acoustic scrape and re-texture Repairs to full basement finishes Water damage repairs Interior paint, door & trim installs 30+ years experience Insured Free estimates

Hauling Service

DISCOUNT FENCE CO

Quality Fencing at a DiscountPrice Wood, Chain Link, Vinyl, Orna-iron, New Install and Repairs.

Owner Operated since 1989 Call Now & Compare!

303-450-6604

HAULING

Bob’s Home Repairs All types of repairs.

Reasonable rates 30yrs Exp. 303-450-1172

AFFORDABLE

Trash Cleanup • Old Furniture Mattresses • Appliances • Dirt Old fencing • Branches • Concrete Asphalt • Old Sod • Brick • Mortar House/Garage/Yard clean outs Storm Damage Cleanup Electronics recycling avail.

GOT JUNK? NO PROBLEM! Need to relocate in a local area?

Contact your local family owned and operated junk removal and moving company!

HANDYMAN

Carpentry • Painting Tile • Drywall • Roof Repairs Plumbing • Electrical Kitchen • Basements Bath Remodels Property Building Maintenance

Call/Text: 720-934-4231 boxbrothersjunkremovalandmoving.com

Free Estimates • Reliable Licensed • Bonded Insured • Senior Discount

Ron Massa

Office 303-642-3548 Cell 720-363-5983 No Service in Parker or Castle Rock

Call DJ 720-339-4722

Electricians

Cut Rate Hauling Trash / Rubbish / Debris and Junk Removal Professional and Reliable Year Round Service Rubin (720)434-8042 Kerwin (720) 519-5559

TM

Affordable Electrician

Over 25 years experience • Residential Expert • All electrical upgrades • No Job Too Small • Senior Discounts

Cell: 720-690-7645 Office: 720-621-6955

HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING

Painting

Call Today for a FREE ESTIMATE 303-427-2955

Bob’s Painting, Repairs & Home Improvements 30 yrs experience Free estimates 303-450-1172

• Drywall • Painting • Tile • Trim • Doors • Painting • Decks • Bath Remodel • Kitchen Remodels • Basements & Much More!

We Never Mark Up Materials Saving you 25%-35% All Work Guaranteed • A+ BBB Rated

Serving the the Front Serving Front Range Rangesince since1955 1955 Furnaces Water Heaters Furnaces •• Boilers • Water Heaters Rooftop HVAC • Mobile Furnaces Rooftop HVAC • Commercial Commercial Residential • Install •• Residential Repair • Replace Install •and Repair • Replace Furnace Boiler Specials

$$ Reasonable Rates On: $$

Mark: 303.432.3503

Handyman

Heating/Air Conditioning

Free Estimates Free Estimates •• 720-327-9214 720-327-9214

Painting

Plumbing

DANIEL’S PAINTING exterior • interior residential repaints Re-caulk all home complete prime all caulked areas / replace any damaged boards/ popcorn removal drywall and texture repair/fences and decks/insured and bonded

720-301-0442

We Provide Quality Painting Long lasting Specialty Services interior & exterior Over 40 yrs. experience References and guarantees available.

Front Range Plumbing

303.451.1971 Commercial/Residential

For all your plumbing needs

• Water Heaters • Plumbing Parts

SENIOR DISCOUNTS www.frontrangeplumbing.com

Call Frank

303.420.0669

Painting

Interior • Exterior Residential Specialist Woodworking, Decks Fences: pressure washing / Drywall patch Free Estimates • Great Winter Rates

Highlands Ranch resident

Call Joseph

303-523-6372

PLUMBING & SPRINKLERS

Free Instant Phone Quote Repair or Replace: Faucets, Sprinklers, Toilets, Sinks, Disposals, Water Heaters, Gas Lines, Broken Pipes, Spigots/ Hosebibs, Water Pressure Regulator, Ice Maker, Drain Cleaning, Dishwasher Instl., for coupons go to vertecservices.com CALL Vertec 303-371-3828

Local ads, coupons & deals are just one click away!

C H E C K I T O U T AT:

ColoradoCommunityMedia.com

Arvada Press 21

1February 25, 2021

www.ColoradoServiceDirectory.com

To Advertise call Karen 303.566.4091 kearhart@coloradocommunitymedia.com TO ADVERTISE CALL 303-566-4100 Plumbing

Tree Service

Dirty Jobs

JAY WHITE Tree Service Serving with pride since 1975 Call Jay (303)278-7119 Licensed and Insured

Done Dirt Cheap

Drain Cleaning + Plumbing Can do repair work on Everything in your home!

7 Days a week No extra charge for weekends 35 yrs experience

CALL Anytime 720-308-6696

Firewood For Sale

Majestic Tree Service

Windows

• Gutters • Insurance Claims

303-805-7800

www.1wayroofer.com In business in Colorado 25 Years We Accept All Major Credit Cards

Front Door Refinishing Specialist InteRIoR / exteRIoR • Fully InSuReD

720-298-3496

peRezpaIntIngcoloRaDo@yahoo.com

• Roofing • Siding

PEREZ PAINTING LLC

720-231-5954

Tree & Shrub Trimming, Tree Removal Stump Grinding Free Estimates/Consultations Licensed and Insured

Roofing/Gutters

Painting

TOP WINDOW CLEANING #1 in Customer Satisfactions

10% OFF to NEW CUSTOMERS Over 20 Years Experience Insured / Bonded Call Today For A FREE Estimate Quality work guaranteed Gutter, Tree Trimming/Removal

720-400-6496 topwindowcleaning.net

Roofing/Gutters

Have a Hail Damaged Roof?

- Call Golden Spike Roofing - We are 100% Local & Have Great References - Roofing • Siding • Paint • Windows • Gutters

DINE LOCAL Support Neighborhood Restaurants

- Call Dave Vaughn 720-427-7422 - davegoldenspikeroofing@gmail.com

Please Recycle this Publication when Finished

Please Recycle this Publication when Finished

For Local News Anytime of the Day Visit OurColoradoNews.com

To advertise your business here, call us at 303-566-4100

For Local News Anytime of the Day Visit OurColoradoNews.com

22 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021F

P L A C E A D S O N L I N E 2 4/ 7 AT

www.ColoradoCommunityClassifieds.com

To Advertise call Karen 303.566.4091 Colorado Statewide Classified Advertising Network

Colorado Press Network Buy a 25-word statewide classified line ad in newspapers across the state of Colorado for just $300 per week. Ask about our frequency discounts!

Contact this newspaper, call Colorado Press Network, 720-274-7174 or email: rtoledo@colopress.net

Classifieds

Medical

Misc. Notices

Do you suffer from Migraines?

Participate in a Migraine research study with a new, natural supplement. You must get six or more per month and be age 30 or older. The study is contactless, and the supplement is shipped to you. You take the surveys via Survey Monkey. You must have a computer or iPad device that will connect to the surveys.

The study is 60 days long, and if you complete the research, you receive a $50 Visa gift card. research@ cochss.com for more details and information.

CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer.

Nationwide Free Pick Up! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960.

WIDOWED MEN AND WOMEN OF AMERICA. A social club offering many exciting activities and life long friendships.

Social hours for all areas of Metro Denver.

Visit Widowedamerica.org for details In your area!

Merchandise

Miscellaneous

Firewood

Hearing aids! Bogo free! High-quality rechargeable Nano hearing aids priced 90% less than competitors.

Nearly invisible! 45-day money back guarantee! 833-669-5806 Split & Delivered $300 a cord Stacking available extra $50 Call 303-647-2475 or 720-323-2173

Health & Beauty VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 50 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00 FREE Shipping! 100% guaranteed.

24/7 CALL NOW! 888-445-5928 Hablamos Espanol

Thinking about installing a new shower?

American Standard makes it easy. Free design consult.1-888-674-3005 today to see how to save $1,000 on installation or visit www.newshowerdeal.com/ display GENERAC Standby Generators.

The weather is increasingly unpredictable. Be prepared for power outages. FREE 7-year extended warranty ($695 value!) Schedule FREE in-home assessment 1-844-3348353 Special financing if qualified.

To Advertise call Karen 303.566.4091 Home for Sale

2495 SELL YOUR HOME ½ %

$

OR

over 500k

up to 500k

If Buying a home in Denver Metro & I’m Agent

SELLING only?

1%*

**listing commissions fees **+buyer agent co-ops

BUYING only?

Up to 1% credit of sale base price* *equal to 33% of my commission paid *applied to Buyer closing costs

Full Service Saving THOUSANDS $$$

Charles Paeplow Cornerstone Homes Realty

720-560-1999 • charlespaeplow@yahoo.com

*Commissions subject to change

Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous kearhart@coloradocommunitymedia.com

DENTAL INSURANCE - Physicians Mutual Insurance Company.

Covers for 350 procedures. Real insurance - not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit!

1-888-623-3036 www.dental50plus.com/58 #6258.

The Generac PWRcell solar plus battery storage system. Save money, reduce reliance on grid, prepare for outages & power your home. Full installation services. $0 down financing option. Request free no obligation quote. 1-855-270-3785 Life Alert. One press of a button sends help fast, 24/7! At home & on the go. Mobile Pendant w/GPS. Free first aid kit with subscription. 877537-8817 free brochure.

ATTENTION OXYGEN THERAPY USERS! Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. FREE information kit. Call 877-929-9587 Protect your home w/home security monitored

by ADT. Starting at $27.99/mo. Get free equipment bundle including keypad, motion sensor, wireless door & windows sensors.

833-719-1073

DISH TV $64.99 190 Channels + $14.95 High Speed Internet. Free Installation, Smart HD DVR included, Free Voice remote. Some Restrictions apply. Promo Expires 7/21/21.

1-833-872-2545.

NEW AUTHORS WANTED! Page Publishing will help you self-publish your book. Free author submission kit! Limited offer! 866-951-7214

AT&T Internet. Starting at $40/month w/12-mo agreement. 1 TB of data/ month. Ask how to bundle & SAVE! Geo & service restrictions apply.

1-888-796-8850 DIRECTV NOW. No Satellite. $40/ mo. 65 Channels. Stream news, life events, sports & on demand titles.

No contract/commitment. CALL 1-866-825-6523

Scrap Metal, Batteries, Appliances, Wiring, Scrap Plumbing/Heating, Cars/Parts, Clean out Garages/Yards, Rake, Yard work done w/chainsaw, Certified Auto Mechanical / Body Work & paint available Also can do inside or outside cleaning 303-647-2475 / 720-323-2173

Eliminate gutter cleaning forever!

LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking protection. Schedule free estimate. 15% off Purchase.

10% Senior & Military Discounts.

Call 1-855-995-2490 HughesNet Satellite Internet – Finally, no hard data limits! Call Today for speeds up to 25mbps as low as $59.99/mo! $75 gift card, terms apply. 1-844-863-4478

Wanted to Buy Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

TO ADVERTISE CALL 303-566-4100

Transportation Motorcycles/ATV’s 1979 Yamaha xs650mc. Red motorcycle. Has new ignition and key.

Needs some work.

Offers considered. prinket8@comcast.net

Wanted CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! 2002 and Newer! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-416-2330.

kearhart@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Please Recycle this Publication when Finished

Arvada Press 23

1February 25, 2021

- E DUC AT IONA L A DV E RT I S E M E N T -

FREE

Better read this if you are 62 or older and still making mortgage payments.

It’s a well-known fact that for many older Americans, the home is their single biggest asset. And with interest rates near all-time lows while home values are still high, this combination creates the perfect dynamic for getting the most out of your built-up equity.

But many aren’t taking advantage of this unprecedented period. According to new statistics, senior homeowners in the U.S. are now sitting on more than 7.7 trillion dollars* of unused home equity. It’s not surprising that more than a million homeowners have already used a government-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) loan to turn their home equity into extra cash for retirement.

It’s a fact, with a government-insured HECM loan, no monthly mortgage payments are required; however, the borrowers are still responsible for paying for the maintenance of their home, property taxes, homeowners insurance, and, if required, their HOA fees.

Today, HECM loans are simply an effective way for homeowners 62 and older to get the extra cash they need to enjoy retirement. The cash from a HECM loan can be used for almost any purpose. Other common uses include making home improvements, paying off medical bills, or helping other family members. Some people simply need the extra cash for everyday expenses while others are now using it as a safety net for financial emergencies.

AAG Area Sales Manager, Jarred Talmadge, says, “As your local AAG team, our goal is to provide you with information and never pressure you.

We’re here to answer your questions and give you guidance. If that means you want to work with us, great. If not, that’s okay, too. The best part? We are local, right here in Denver!”

If you’re a homeowner age 62 or older, you owe it to yourself to learn more so that you can make the best decision—for your financial future. Call (855) 272-5864 to learn more!

INFO

KIT

Contact your local AAG Professional today!

(855) 272-5864

*https://www.nrmlaonline.org/about/press-releases/senior-housingwealth-reaches-record-7-70-trillion NMLS# 9392 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). American Advisors Group (AAG) is headquartered at 18200 Von Karman Ave., Suite 300, Irvine, CA 92612. AAG conducts business in CO (Regulated by the Division of Real Estate; to check the license status of your mortgage loan originator, visit http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/index. htm). These materials are not from HUD or FHA and were not approved by HUD or a government agency. For full legal disclosure, please visit: www.americanadvisorsgroup.com/disclosure

www.ColoradoCommunityMedia.com/Notices

PUBLIC NOTICES

Public Notices call Sheree 303.566.4088 Legals City and County PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing will be held virtually before the Arvada Planning Commission on March 16, 2021, at 6:15 p.m., when and where you may speak on the matter to consider annexation and rezoning Project Indiana, approximately located 6730 Indiana St. Members of the public may join virtually via phone by emailing jsuk@arvada.org for the phone number; the email must mention this meeting date. To submit a request for public comment, email comments to cedboardsandcommission@arvada.org by 5 p.m. on 3/16/2021. Members of the public may watch the meeting on Comcast channels 8 and 880 or on the live stream at arvada.org/live-stream Additional information can be obtained from https://www.arvadapermits.org/etrakit3/search/ project.aspx?activityno=DA2020-0117.

CITY OF ARVADA PLANNING COMMISSION /s/ Patricia Connell, Secretary Legal Notice No. 410131 First Publication: February 25, 2021 Last Publication: February 25, 2021 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing will be held virtually before the Arvada Planning Commission on March 16, 2021, at 6:15 p.m., when and where you may speak on the matter to consider Public Access Easement and Major Modifications to the Land Development Code for Wet Rabbit Car Wash, generally located 9159 Kendrick St. Members of the public may join virtually via phone by emailing jsuk@arvada.org

for the phone number; the email must mention this meeting date. To submit a request for public comment, email comments to cedboardsandcommission@arvada.org by 5 p.m. on 3/16/2021. Members of the public may watch the meeting on Comcast channels 8 and 880 or on the live stream at arvada.org/live-stream Additional information can be obtained from https://www.arvadapermits.org/etrakit3/search/ project.aspx?activityno=DA2020-0122.

CITY OF ARVADA PLANNING COMMISSION /s/ Patricia Connell, Secretary Legal Notice No. 410129 First Publication: February 25, 2021 Last Publication: February 25, 2021 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing will be held virtually before the Arvada Planning Commission on March 16, 2021, at 6:15 p.m., when and where you may speak on the matter to consider annexation and rezoning Maple Valley Park, approximately located 6900 Indiana St. Members of the public may join virtually via phone by emailing jsuk@arvada.org for the phone number; the email must mention this meeting date. To submit a request for public comment, email comments to cedboardsandcommission@arvada.org by 5 p.m. on 3/16/2021. Members of the public may watch the meeting on Comcast channels 8 and 880 or on the live stream at arvada.org/live-stream Additional information can be obtained from https://www.arvadapermits.org/etrakit3/search/ project.aspx?activityno=DA2020-0118.

CITY OF ARVADA PLANNING COMMISSION /s/ Patricia Connell, Secretary Legal Notice No. 410130 First Publication: February 25, 2021 Last Publication: February 25, 2021 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript

legals@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING UPON APPLICATION FOR A NEW FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGE OFF-PREMISES LIQUOR LICENSE OF SFM LLC D/B/A: SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET 15050 WEST 64TH AVE. ARVADA, CO 80007 Notice is hereby given that an application has been presented to the City of Arvada Local Liquor Licensing authority for a Fermented Malt Beverage Off-Premises liquor license from SFM LLC, d/b/a Sprouts Farmers Market, located at 15050 West 64th Ave., Arvada, CO, whose controlling officers are: Dan Sanders, Carlos Calderon, and Brandon Lombardi, Officers, 5455 E. High Street., Phoenix, AZ, United States.

The license would allow sales of Fermented Malt Beverage in sealed containers not for consumption on the premises at 15050 West 64th Ave. Arvada, CO 80007.

Said application will be heard and considered by the City of Arvada Liquor Licensing Authority at a virtual meeting to be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2021. The application was submitted on November 17, 2020.

For further information call Sarah Walters, Deputy City Clerk, at 720-898-7544.

Dated this 25th day of February, 2021 /s/ Sarah Walters Deputy City Clerk CITY OF ARVADA, COLORADO Legal Notice No. 410128 First Publication: February 25, 2021 Last Publication: February 25, 2021 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript

2019046492 in Jefferson County, State of Colorado.

Metropolitan Districts

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN to all interested persons that they shall appear at the public meeting and show cause in writing why such Petition should not be granted.

Public Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCLUSION (Inclusion Area) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested persons that a Petition for Inclusion of Property (the “Petition”) has been or is expected to be filed with the Board of Directors of Sabell Metropolitan District, City of Arvada, Jefferson County, Colorado (the “District”). The Petition requests that the property described below be included into the District. The Petition shall be heard at a public meeting on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Due to Executive Orders issued by Governor Polis and Public Health Orders implementing the Executive Orders issued by the Colorado Department of Health and Environment, and the threat posed by the COVID-19 coronavirus, this meeting will be held via teleconferencing and can be joined through the directions below: Link: https://zoom.us/j/99152653211?pwd=R245cjcvY 2JNMWFMQnNIcGl4cG9MQT09 Meeting ID: 991 5265 3211 Passcode: 056657 Call-In Number: 1-669-900-9128 The name and address of the Petitioner and a description of the property to be included are as follows: Name of Petitioner: Ridge Road Capital Investments, LLC Address of Petitioner: 5740 Olde Wadsworth Blvd.

Arvada, CO 80002 General Description of Property: Tracts located within the Sabell Subdivision, a subdivision recorded at Reception Number

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF SABELL METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: WHITE BEAR ANKELE TANAKA & WALDRON Attorneys at Law General Counsel to the District Legal Notice No. 410110 First Publication: February 25, 2021 Last Publication: February 25, 2021 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript and the Arvada Press

Misc. Private Legals Public Notice DENTAL PATIENT RECORDS DESTRUCTION NOTICE

This is a notice that Mark A Riegel DMD PC will be destroying charts for patients who have not visited his office prior to and including December 2013. If you desire your records please contact Dr. Mark Riegel’s office prior to March 4, 2021.

The contact number is 303.424.2222. Or you can send an email to markriegeldmd@gmail.com.

Legal Notice No. 409986 First Publication: February 4, 2021 Last Publication: February 25, 2021 Publisher: Golden / Jeffco Transcript and the Arvada Press

###

Arvada Legals 2.25.21 * 1

24 Arvada Press

February 25, 2021

SAVE MAPLE VALLEY PARK AND THE RALSTON CREEK TRAIL FROM THIS…

Amazon aka Project Indiana is proposing to build a 24/7 “Last Mile” distribution center at 67th and Indiana adjacent to open space and homes.

This 24/7 use is incompatible with the community!

Attend the Neighborhood Meeting hosted by the Developer on Feb 25th to be heard.

Petition Drive happening NOW. Check website for News/Events Info.

Imagine instead a compatible use…

a walkable, bike-friendly “Village Concept” that embraces art, culture, small business and preserves the open space and historical value of the area.

LEARN MORE: www.protectmaplevalleypark.com ENGAGE: Sign petition • Volunteer • Donate BE HEARD: Contact Arvada City Council Members NOW as this vote will happen in the very near future!