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New role sought for North School

Adams County opens new COVID testing site

Declining enrollment behind search for use of historic building

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Declining enrollment and building capacity prompted School District 27J officials to announce a new purpose for North Elementary School.

The school is in the first block of North Sixth Avenue. The repurposing is part of the district’s plans to address declining enrollment in that attendance area.

“The decision to repurpose North Elementary is one no school community wants to hear, particularly one as historic, dedicated, accomplished, and proud as the North Elementary School community,” said Superintendent Chris Fiedler in a press statement.

The district has not finalized the repurposing plan for the school.

Officials want to use the space to

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continue serving students’ needs and families’ needs in the area.

Some ideas under consideration are satellite offices for organizations’ programs and services in the comSEE NORTH SCHOOL, P3

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

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

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

“Consolidating these sites into one location allows us to continue providing free rapid tests to Adams County residents in one consistent location with more than ample space to conduct testing operaSEE RIVERDALE, P3

Brighton City Council suspends city attorney Council closes executive session with unanimous vote to suspend Jack Bajorek

BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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

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

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for the Jan. 5 meeting.

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

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

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

“I made the motion because it was the right thing to do at this time for the city of Brighton,” Johnson said after the meeting.

Johnston was also upset with Bajorek about a city agreement regard-

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

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

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Farstveet leaked the documents in early May, the city fired her on May 27, according to city spokesperson Kristen Chernosky.

However, since the council renewed Bajorek’s contract in July, there have been no public discussions about his performance. There have been three executive sessions, one in October and two in December, about a deputy municipal judge.

Bajorek could not be immediately reached for comment. The city officially declined to comment on the city attorney’s position as a personnel matter but confirmed the council’s vote. It’s currently unknown if the council will vote in a subsequent meeting to terminate Bajorek.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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North metro cities hope for snowy winter

Water supplies at average levels, but snowpack a concern for area

BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In 2019, both Westminster and Thornton published drought management plans that layout different

Falconburg wins Chamber honor

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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

An email from the chamber said the award goes to “an individual who makes significant contributions to the greater Brighton community through their direct involvement in projects or

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munity, more recreational activities and after-school programs and using the location as a summer meal pickup location.

“Unfortunately, all the data from our planning department indicates that we will continue to see a decline in enrollment and building capacity utilization for the foreseeable future. With no new development planned, we believe that the current downward enrollment trends will continue.”

The statement said the district conducted Zoom calls with parents and staff to talk about questions and

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Falconburg was interim city manager after the dismissal of former City Manager Philip Rodriguez. The city hired Jane Bais DiSessa as the new city boss in July.

concerns before making the decision.

“The number of PK-5 students at North has significantly dropped over the past several years, going from 358 students in 2016 to 195 students in 2020,” the district’s press statement said.

Students at North will have the chance to enroll in other area schools, such as South, Northeast, Southeast, Pennock and Padilla for the rest of their time in elementary school. Educators and staff at North will remain employed in the district and be reassigned through the normal allocation process based on student enrollment, the district said.

Principal Kevin Purfurst will move to Padilla Elementary and open that school as principal in the fall of 2021, as originally planned.

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

Thornton’s drought plan lays out a similar structure of four stages. Past the second stage, nonessential outdoor water use is prohibited, and the city might assess drought surcharges to bolster revenue for utilities opera-

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

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

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

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

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

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

Android or iPhone users can also download the COVID View App. The new COVID View mobile app allows residents to access outbreak data such as when two or more positive cases are active - for Adams County, along with current case stats, re-

Cars line up outside Adams County’s newest COVID-19 rapid testing site at the Riverdale Regional Park Jan. 7. The testing site will operate Wednesdays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through

strictions, and CDPHE dial information. The app also has free COVID-19 testing site locations and many other COVID-19 resources. The app is available in the Apple App Store or on Google Play by searching “COVID View”.

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Confusion defines process as seniors wait for vaccines Metro residents 70-plus will have more access in coming weeks; teachers must wait

BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

As Colorado continued the early stages of its COVID-19 vaccine rollout, Gov. Jared Polis announced that people 70 and older would soon be eligible for vaccination in certain areas.

The No. 1 question during a TriCounty Health Department town hall roughly a week later: How will those 70-plus-year-olds actually get it?

“We understand that it’s frustrating that ‘eligible’ has not yet equaled ‘access,’” Kaitlin Wolff, Tri-County Health’s COVID-19 vaccine coordinator, told callers during an online and telephone town hall event Jan. 7, where local officials took ques-

tions from callers.

As of that night, it appeared that residents age 70 and older in Adams, Arapahoe and Douglas counties — and possibly nearby areas — didn’t all have an immediate avenue to vaccination as shipments of COVID-19 vaccines from the federal government remained small, Wolff said.

“Our clinics are unable to provide vaccines to community members who are 70 or older right now,” said the website for Tri-County Health, which covers Adams, Arapahoe and Douglas.

The governor announced that, starting Dec. 30, people 70 and older are eligible for the vaccine. But whether they can access it depends on vaccine availability. Some hospitals and other health care providers in the Tri-County jurisdiction have begun “phase 1B vaccinations” — a stage that includes people 70 and older but also some health care workers, first responders and “essential” workers — but not every

Leonna Larter, a registered nurse at Parker Adventist Hospital, draws the COVID-19 vaccine from its vial into a syringe Dec. 17. The hospital began inoculating frontline staff three days after the state received its first shipment of the Pfizer vaccine.

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provider has moved into that phase, according to Tri-County’s website.

“Since limited amounts of the vaccine come in weekly, and even smaller amounts are distributed throughout the state, not every provider has all the vaccine needed

to vaccinate everyone 70 and older,” the website said as of Jan. 7.

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SHOT IN THE Tri-County Health learns from Adams County curfew ARM A Q & A with the head of Tri-County Health Department about the curfew that recently expired and wider challenges with COVID-19 in Adams County

BY LIAM ADAMS LADAMS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Brighton Police officer Jodie Avery rolls up her sleeve for the first of her two COVID-19 vaccinations at Platte Valley Medical Center. COURTESY PHOTO

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An Adams County-specific public health order that had instituted a curfew expired prematurely on Jan. 4 after Gov. Jared Polis’ decision to loosen COVID-19 restrictions.

Adams was one of three counties in the whole state with a curfew — the other two were Denver and Pueblo — and Adams’ lasted longer.

Under the order, which also tightened restrictions on restaurants and sporting events, cases decreased.

It’s uncertain, though, how much of that is related to the curfew.

Tri-County Health Department’s order went into effect on Nov. 7. The next week, the county’s 14-day case incidence rate per 100,000 people increased by 41 percent, according to data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). In the second week, inci-

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It wouldn’t be until the third week when that trend reversed.

That was also around the same time, however, when CDPHE moved Adams County and others to Level Red restricDr. John tions.

Douglas, Dr. John Douglas, executive Tri-County’s executive director of Tri-County director, thinks the Health De- move to Level Red could have had just as much, partment. or more, an impact on COVID-19 cases in Adams. Given that Adams County’s public health order was unique among its neighbors and a first for Tri-County, Colorado Community Media spoke with Douglas about what the health agency learned from the experience.

This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.

Colorado Community Media: Why did you initially implement the order?

Dr. John Douglas: We were interested in a curfew because we had some reason to believe that personal social gatherings were playing a role in driving the transmission. So, we felt it was plausible, but certainly not proven, that restricting movement in a certain time of the evening might reduce those gatherings. We were being hypervigilant about how we could best balance

restrictive measures in the community with impacts on community life in general, but the economy in particular. It felt like an economically somewhat neutral step try to take.

Colorado Community Media: Was it effective?

Dr. John Douglas: We did see a slight difference in mobility (according to cell phone data). But it was at the same time that mobility was going down in general, which probably had to do with the weather, as it was getting colder … I suspect it slowed things down a little bit. But it didn’t slow things down very much.

Colorado Community Media: What were some of the challenges with it?

Dr. John Douglas: I think we almost didn’t have any enforcement of it. That’s a nice way of saying that we probably had almost no enforcement of it … (Also,) we didn’t have the resources to do a proactive public education campaign. A curfew that was not widely marketed and relatively and inconsistently enforced was unlikely to have contributed very much.”

Colorado Community Media: Were there other parts of the order besides the curfew that were more effective?

Dr. John Douglas: I am concerned about alcohol-related behaviors enhancing transmission.

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ers, and staff and residents at longterm care facilities — places such as nursing homes and other care locations.

Once areas have taken care of those with higher priority, they can move on to Coloradans 70 and older.

Those people should expect that “more and more places will start offering” the vaccine, Wolff said. Hospitals and federally qualified health centers are among the places where those Coloradans could receive the vaccine, she added.

“We expect all our hospital partners in our three counties and the metro area — or most of them — should be opening clinics for 70plus” residents, Wolff said, adding that scheduling will likely look different in different places. “But the role of state health department and

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that last call (of alcohol sales) probably made more of a difference than no spectators at sporting events. If I was to conjecture based on plausibility, it would be last call greater than sporting spectators, greater than curfew.

Colorado Community Media: Given your experience with Adams County, would Tri-County consider implementing a curfew again if it

Tri-County will be to (show) that information.”

That information was to appear on both the state and Tri-County’s websites, and staff were pulling that information together “right now,” Wolff continued.

A caller who identified herself as a 91-year-old mother asked if the public needs to register online, noting that she and other seniors may have trouble signing up on the internet.

Many health care systems, such as Centura Health and UCHealth, have information displayed on the state’s COVID-19 website, noted John Douglas, head of Tri-County.

Scheduling appointments may require computer access, he noted.

“For our seniors who aren’t so computer (savvy), we’re working with the state health department on how we reach out to those people,” Douglas said. He added: “We want to make sure they don’t get left out.”

Who’s up next?

transit, grocery stores, direct care providers for Coloradans experiencing homelessness and other professions.

“We utilized our first doses at the end of December for our highestrisk health care workers,” Wolff said. She added: “We are finishing up that group of people and moving on to other health care workers who are less high-risk and other first responders.”

Amid calls from school district leaders to prioritize school staff for vaccinations, the state’s move of teachers and others who work in education to phase 1B came as welcome news in that industry. But several weeks may still pass before the vaccine generally reaches school staff.

Taken together, all the timeline changes may place education workers in line for late winter or spring — a spot that likely comes too late to affect in-person learning for the spring semester.

seems necessary Dr. John Douglas: I wouldn’t rule out doing it again if things begin to get worse. I would want to try to figure out how we could communicate even more crisply than we did before about what is it exactly we’re doing and why exactly we’re doing it.

Colorado Community Media: Recent CDPHE data shows that Adams County’s incidence and test positivity are much higher than in Arapahoe and Douglas counties. What about Adams County is particularly concerning compared to the other two counties Tri-County

oversees?

Dr. John Douglas: I’m was concerned about Adams County in the fall because they’ve had more cases, more hospitalizations and certainly more deaths. Adams has a bigger essential workforce, meaning people who have to go to work in person and can’t work remotely. It has more multi-generational housing, which can enhance transmission. COVID has really shined a bright light on all the structural inequities that can contribute to a pandemic making certain people sicker than others.

Taking all of those things together, Adams has certainly been a major

concern for us.

Colorado Community Media: Do you feel messaging from elected officials in Adams County has been adequate? What would you like to see from them going forward?

Dr. John Douglas: I actually do think we have had really good relationships with the leaders of the county and also leaders of the cities.

As well as many of the city councils.

We’re looking for ways to enlist them to help us reduce some of the vaccine confusion. So, I give them a great grade and I would like to see it continue in the new year.

In early December, the state listed that the highest-risk health care workers and individuals, and then moderate-risk health care workers and first responders — phases 1A and 1B — were to have access to the vaccine this winter, according to Colorado’s COVID-19 website.

Up next in phase 2 were other high-risk individuals and essential workers in spring, and then would come the general public — anyone age 18-64 without high-risk health conditions — in the summer. That’s phase 3.

Colorado’s recent update to the timeline expanded the list of those eligible in phase 1B, adding people 70 and older and certain frontline “essential” workers. Those now include health care workers with less direct contact with COVID-19 patients, first responders and correctional employees along with workers in education, food and agriculture, manufacturing, public

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

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

Honors list

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

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

Dean’s list

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

Perfect GPA

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

Academic recognition

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

Judicial nominations

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

The commission forwarded the names of Amanda DeWick of Broomfield, Bryon Large of Aurora, Brett Martin of Commerce City, Bradley Varmo of Thornton, Teri Vasquez of Broomfield, and Joseph Whitfield Jr. of Aurora for the vacancies.

Dean’s list for Boon

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

Go green and recycle your Christmas tree

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

No yard waste or lumber is allowed.

Trees will be chipped and mulch will be available Monday, Jan. 18, on a first-come, first-serve basis at each location listed above.

For more information, contact the

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Briefs Brighton Parks Department at 303655-2048.

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

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

Individuals may submit more than one nomination per category.

Email info@brightonchamber. com.

Road work

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

Mayor/commissioner awards

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

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

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

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

Scholarships available

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

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

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

For more information and complete competition rules, visit DriveSafeColorado.com/ scholarship.

Brighton Recreation Center offers annual

pass sale

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

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

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

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

Grab-and-go lunches

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

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

The next pick-up date is Jan. 5.

Each student will receive a halfdozen breakfasts and lunches.

Legal self-help clinic

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

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

Art in the Park goes virtual

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

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

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

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

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

Program refunds

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

303-655-2075.

Eye for Art

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

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

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

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

To view the flipbook, click here.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous

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

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

Warm Line up and running

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

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

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

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

Lcations to receive a test for COVID-19:

Brighton Advanced Urgent Care, 2801 Purcell St. Call 303-659-9700 or visit https://advurgent.com/locations/brighton/ Brighton Salud, 1860 E. Egbert St. Testing is available on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Call 303-6972583 or visit https://www.saludclinic.org/covid-testing

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

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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

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

Not every school will compete.

Clear Creek High School won’t field a wrestling team. Mapleton School District, which includes Skyview High School, bowed out of the winter sports schedule entirely.

Boulder County Health Department officials did not grant a variance for wrestling programs, so

St. Vrain Valley Schools, including Frederick High School, will not field those teams.

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

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

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

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

“The conversations with CDPHE and the governor’s COVID response team to resume Season B sports have been intentional and assertive,” she said. “Though it has taken many late nights and weekends, we are thrilled that our studentathletes, member schools and local school communities have a resolution. Educationally-based athletics are a vital extension of the classroom.”

CHSAA officials and athletic directors and coaches conducted a series

Hackney signs on with Kansas Wesleyan for softball

BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The choice of college for Riverdale Ridge High School softball player Destiny Hackney was pretty simple.

“I chose Kansas Wesleyan because it was the right fit for me academically and athletically,” she said.

“Many of the colleges that contacted me do not allow athletes to play a sport and be in the nursing program. This gave me the opportunity to do both things I love.”

Hackney wasn’t able to take a campus visit because of the pandemic.

She drew interest from multiple schools in Colorado, Nebraska and North Central University in Minneapolis.

“I always knew Kansas Wesleyan was, deep down, the school I wanted to go to, but it was one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make,” Hackney said. “Other schools were giving me good opportunities as well. I researched all the schools and, at the end of the day, I felt KWU was the perfect fit for me and would help me be successful for the next four years.”

Hackney batted .400 for the Ravens this season. Ten of her 26 hits went for extra bases. She drove in 14 runs

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as RRHS advanced to the quarterfinals of the state 4A softball tournament.

“The recruiting process during the pandemic was very hard because I couldn’t go visit the schools. A lot of the communication was from calling or emailing the coaches instead,” Hackney said.

“By doing virtual tours, it didn’t allow me to get Hackney the actual feel of what it would be like to go to some of the schools interested in me.”

Hackney wants to study nursing and, in the future, work in a children’s hospital as a neonatal nurse.

She’s also going through a mix of emotions as she readies for college.

“Because I’m ending one chapter and starting a new one in a different state,” she said. “But I’m excited for the opportunities given to me.”

“I would like to thank my family for the endless love and support for me since I started playing softball, as well as all my teammates and coaches for helping me grow as a player,” Hackney concluded. “I hope RRHS continues to be a successful softball program in the future.”

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of virtual meetings last week to talk about each sport’s rollout.

“We’re all in this together,” Blanford-Green said in the statement. “Our state officials, especially

CDPHE, have a responsibility to prioritize student safety. We appreciate their support and advocacy for resuming athletics and activities for the state of Colorado in 2021.”

E AGLE VIEW ADULT CENTER

1150 Prairie Center Parkway • Brighton, CO 80601 • 303-655-2075 • www.brightonco.gov No opening day yet.

Eagle View Adult Center hosts free virtual activities as seniors stay safer at home. If you are 55 or older, call 303-655-2075 to get on the email list to receive the weekly Eagle View EBlast. Or visit the Eagle View website at https://www.brightonco.gov/280/Eagle-View-AdultCenter to get the links for the Zoom programs below. The links are posted on the website on Sundays.

Eagle View Special Happenings: Don’t miss these great programs!

Spices as Medicine (Wed. Jan 13 @ 1:00 p.m.) ZOOM Bad Boys and Bawdy Girls (Thurs. Jan 14 @ 2:00 p.m.) ZOOM Noon Year’s Eve Entertainment - Available on YouTube through Sun. Jan 31 If you missed the program or would like to enjoy it a 2nd time, go to https://youtu.be/UqknR5f53mE

Have a Programming Idea?

Zoom programs will continue to be in our foreseeable future. Ideas? Please email Donna at dsinger@ brightonco.gov (best) or call 303-655-2077.

Stay Fit Programs These fitness classes are ongoing; however, Zoom links change weekly.

Zumba Gold Zoom (Thurs. Jan 14 @ 9:00 a.m.)

Move It or Lose It! w/Dottie (Thurs. Jan 14 @ 10:00 a.m.)

Line Dance (Fri. Jan 15 @ 9:00 a.m.)

Upcoming Programs: The Discovery of the South Pole (Wed. Jan 20 @ 1:30 p.m.) ZOOM The History of the Super Bowl (Wed. Feb 3 @ 9:00 a.m.) ZOOM

To Schedule a Virtual Tour or for more info call Nellie at:

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

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

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

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

Catastrophic Thinking, the Enemy of Hope

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

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

How to Combat Catastrophic Thinking

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

fear.

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

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

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

Download the Tapping Solutions on your phone.

Tapping Solutions is an application that walks you through the Emotional Freedom Technique.

This technique will help you shift your mind and body to a more positive place when you feel tense, irritable, sad, worried, and get stuck in these negative emotional states.

Laura Gutierrez is an LPC with Pennock Center for Counseling.

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Public Notices call Bobi 303.659.2522 Legals City and County ORDINANCE NO. 2350 INTRODUCED BY: Cushing AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF TITLE 3 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE SALES TAX CODE PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED, BY TITLE ONLY, THIS 5TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2021.

CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ LENA McCLELLAND, Acting City Attorney Published in the Brighton Standard Blade Final Publication: January 13, 2021

At least 40% of commission members shall be professionals in preservation related discipline such as architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, archaeology, history, planning, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography or cultural anthropology. Recognizing that professionals may not be available in some communities, this requirement can be waived if the local government makes a good faith effort to recruit professionals and demonstrates that it is capable of carrying out commission responsibilities. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Brighton City Hall.

BRIGHTON HOUSING AUTHORITY The Brighton Housing Authority has openings for one (1) member and two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at Historic City Hall.

LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has openings for two (2) Lodging provider members and two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the third Wednesday every quarter at 11:30 a.m. at Brighton City Hall.

Any questions may be directed to Natalie Hoel in the Office of the City Clerk at 303-655-2056 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email questions to nhoel@brightonco.gov.

A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk during normal business hours.

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Legal Order No. BSB333332 Published in the Standard Blade First Publication: January 13, 2021 Second Publication: January 20, 2021 Third Publication: January 27, 2020

ORDINANCE NO: 2351 INTRODUCED BY: Johnston

ORDINANCE NO. 2352 INTRODUCED BY: Humbert

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH ALMOST HOME FOR CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 22 SOUTH 4TH AVENUE (THE “HISTORIC CITY HALL”), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID LEASE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUARTER HORSE ASSOCIATION FOR CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 22 SOUTH 4TH AVENUE (THE “HISTORIC CITY HALL”), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID LEASE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY

PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY THIS 5th DAY OF January, 2021.

PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY THIS 5th DAY OF JANUARY, 2021.

CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor

CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor

ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk

ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ LENA McCLELLAND, Acting City Attorney

APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ LENA McCLELLAND, Acting City Attorney

Published in the Brighton Standard Blade Final Publication: January 13, 2021

Published in the Brighton Standard Blade Final Publication: January 13, 2021

A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk during normal business hours.

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A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk during normal business hours.

Legal Order No. BSB333343

NOTICE OF VACANCIES The City of Brighton is now accepting applications to fill positions that will be open on the following Boards and Commissions. Applications may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, 500 South 4th Avenue, 4th Floor, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The application is also available on the City of Brighton website at www.brightonco.gov. Completed applications should be returned to the City Clerk’s Office. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or Commission you are applying for prior to the interview.

PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission has an opening for one (1) Ward 2 member at this time. The Board meets at 6:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of every month at Brighton City Hall.

BOARD OF APPEALS The Board of Appeals has openings at this time.

Members of this board are qualified by experience related to the construction industry and are trained to rule or review upon matters pertaining to building construction. The Board of Appeals meets at need to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction, acts on appeals for the city’s construction codes (building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes) and for Property Maintenance Codes. Brighton staff representatives are present to facilitate, including the Chief Building Official and a permit technician acting as the Board Secretary. Meetings are held at Brighton City Hall.

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has an opening for two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Brighton Recreation Center.

BRIGHTON URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY The Urban Renewal Authority has an opening for three (3) members at this time. Members must be a resident of Brighton or a Brighton business owner. The Board meets at 4:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month at Brighton City Hall.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The Historic Preservation Commission has an opening for two (2) Alternate members at thistime.

ORDINANCE NO. INTRODUCED BY: Blackhurst AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF ARTICLE 2-4 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO CITY COUNCIL BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1.

Section 2-4-30 of the Brighton Municipal Code is amended to read as follows: Sec. 2-4-30. - Regular meetings.

The Council shall meet regularly at least twice a month. The regular meetings of the City Council shall be held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the municipal building in the City, or at such other day, time or location, as shall be designated by the City Council, and publicized by notice posted on the City website with secondary posting in a conspicuous place at the regular place of meetings as provided for by State law. Except as provided herein, any regular Council meeting which has not adjourned at or before 11:00 p.m. shall be continued until 7:00 6:00 p.m. on the following evening, or at such other date and time as agreed to by the City Council. At the discretion of the City Council, any regular Council meeting may be extended beyond 11:00 p.m. for no more than two (2) additional fifteen-minute periods, upon motion duly made and seconded, and approved by a majority of the Council members present at the meeting. In the event that the City Council is in an executive session at 11:00 p.m. or at the conclusion of an extension period as provided for herein, the regular Council meeting shall be extended without Council action for the limited purpose of allowing Council to complete and return from executive session and adjourn the meeting, or to allow the Council to continue the meeting to a specific date and time. The first meeting in January following each regular municipal election shall be the organizational meeting.

Section 2. Section 2-4-40 of the Brighton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

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Sec. 2-4-40. – Special meetings.

WHEREAS, on December 10, 2020 the City of

Special meetings shall be called as provided by the City Charter or by ordinance not in conflict with the Charter. No action shall be taken by the members of Council on any item of business that has not been stated in the notice of the meeting. Any business which may lawfully come before a regular meeting may be transacted at a special meeting if all of the members of the Council present consent thereto, and all of the members absent file their written consent.

Brighton Planning Commission held a public hearing on the matter and afterward recommended approval; and

Section 3. Section 2-4-60 of the Brighton Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 2-4-60. – Study Sessions.

The City Council may hold study sessions on the Tuesday of alternate weeks when no regular meeting is scheduled (usually the second and fourth Tuesday of each month), commencing at 6:00 p.m., at the municipal building of the City, or at such other day, time, or location as shall be designated by the City Council, and publicized by notice posted on the City website with secondary posting in a conspicuous place at the regular place of meeting. Said study sessions shall be open to the public, and shall be considered special meetings only to the extent that the Council may hold an executive session as provided in Section 2-4-50 above. No formal or legally binding action by the Council for the City shall take place at a study session.

Section 4. The purpose of this Ordinance is to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 5TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2021.

CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ LENA McCLELLAND, Acting City Attorney Published in the Brighton Standard Blade First Publication: January 13, 2021 Legal Order No. BSB333346 ORDINANCE NO. 2353 INTRODUCED BY: Cushing AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH AMERICAN HIGHLAND CATTLE FOR CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 22 SOUTH 4TH AVENUE (THE “HISTORIC CITY HALL”), AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID LEASE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY THIS 5th DAY OF JANUARY, 2021.

CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ LENA McCLELLAND, Acting City Attorney Published in the Brighton Standard Blade Final Publication: January 13, 2021 A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk during normal business hours.

Legal Order No. BSB333344

ORDINANCE NO. INTRODUCED BY: Pollack AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, APPROVING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT OF AN APPROXIMATELY 5.535 ACRE AREA OF LAND, TO BE KNOWN AS THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT EXPANSION PROPERTY, GENERALLY LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 66 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, CITY OF BRIGHTON, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO, TO A ZONING DESIGNATION OF PUBLIC LANDS (PL)

WHEREAS, in accordance with the public notice requirements of the Land Use & Development Code, a Notice of Public Hearing was mailed to all property owners within 300 feet of the Property, a public notice was published on the City of Brighton website, and a sign was posted on the Property, all for no less than fifteen (15) days prior to the City Council public hearing; and WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing on January 5, 2021, to review and consider the zone change pursuant to the applicable provisions and criteria set forth in the Land Use & Development Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that the Zoning Map Amendment is in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and any other plan, policy or guidance adopted pursuant to that plan; will support development in character with existing or anticipated development in the area, including the design of streets, civic spaces and other open space; the pattern, scale and format of buildings and sites; and the integration, transitions and compatibility of other uses; will allow the City or other agencies have to have the ability to provide services or facilities that may be necessary for anticipated uses in the proposed district; will serve a community need, amenity or development that is not possible under the current zoning or that was not anticipated at the time of the initial zoning of the property and; has accounted for the recommendations of any professional staff or advisory review bodies.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The Property is hereby zoned as Public Lands (PL).

Section 2. The City Zoning Map shall be amended to reflect said Zoning Map Amendment.

INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 5th DAY OF JANUARY, 2021.

CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk

Published in the Brighton Standard Blade First Publication: January 13, 2021 Legal Order No. 333345

PUBLICATION REQUEST Case Name: Henderson Pit Recycling Case Number: RCU2020-00027 Planning Commission Hearing Date: January 28, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

Board of County Commissioners Hearing Date: March 2, 2021 at 9:30 a.m.

Case Manager: Greg Barnes gjbarnes@ adcogov.org 720-523-6853 Request: Conditional use permit application to allow for recycling operations in the Agricultural-3 zone district.

Parcel Number: 0157135301001 Address of the Request: 10925 E. 120th Avenue Applicant: Joey Frank, 2900 S. College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80525 Legal Description: CORRIGAN SUBDIVISION LOT:1 DESC: EXC RDS (2011000030387) Virtual Meeting and Public Comment Information: These meetings will be held virtually.

Please visit http://www.adcogov.org/planningcommission and http://www.adcogov.org/bocc for up to date information on accessing the public hearings and submitting comment prior to the hearings. The full text of the proposed request and additional colored maps can be obtained by accessing the Adams County Community and Economic Development Department website at www.adcogov.org/planning/currentcases.

Legal Notice No. BSB333333 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 13, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

WHEREAS, the Applicant is acting on behalf of the City of Brighton (the “Property Owner”), who is the property owner of land described in EXHIBIT A and shown in EXHIBIT B (the “Property”); and

NOTICE is hereby given that Promontory Metropolitan District No. 1 of Adams County, Colorado (the “District”), will make final payment at 245 Century Circle, Suite 103, Louisville, Colorado, on February 1, 2021, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. to BISON RIDGE CONSTRUCTION, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, of Loveland, Colorado for all work done by said Contractor in construction or work on the Shook Subdivision Filings 3 & 4 Infrastructure Project, performed within the Promontory Metropolitan Districts, Adams County, Colorado.

WHEREAS, the Applicant has applied to zone the Property Public Lands (PL); and

First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 20, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade Legal Notice No. BSB333338

Summons and Sheriff Sale DISTRICT COURT, ADAMS COUNTY, COLORADO Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton, CO 80601 Case Number:2020CV031085 Plaintiff: BALBOA PARK HOMES ASSOCIATION, a Colorado non-profit corporation, Defendants: JILLIAN K. LOSCHEN; LISA CULPEPPER AS TREASURER FOR ADAMS COUNTY; UNKNOWN TENANTS IN POSSESSION. Attorneys for Plaintiff: WINZENBURG, LEFF, PURVIS & PAYNE, LLP Wendy E. Weigler #28419 Address: 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300, Littleton, CO 80127 Phone Number: (303) 863-1870 SHERIFF’S COMBINED NOTICE OF SALE AND RIGHT TO CURE AND REDEEM

Original Lienee Jillian K. Loschen Original Lienor Balboa Park Homes Association Current Holder of the evidence of debt Balboa Park Homes Association Date of Lien being foreclosed May 15, 2019 Date of Recording of Lien being foreclosed May 16, 2019 County of Recording Adams Recording Information 2019000037087 Original Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness $1,394.57 Outstanding Principal Balance of the secured indebtedness as o1’the date hereof $15,537.59 Amount of Judgment entered October 8, 2020 $14,401.46 Description of property to be foreclosed:

Lot 31A, Balboa Park, a resubdivision of a resubdivision of a part of Coronado Subdivision Sixth Filing, County of Adams, State of Colorado Also known as: 2285 Coronado Parkway N., #A, Thornton, CO 80229.

THE PROPERTY TO BE FORECLOSED AND DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN. THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The covenants of Plaintiff been violated as follows: failure to make payments on said indebtedness when the same were due and owing.

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WHEREAS, the Property has a current zoning designation of Town Center via the Bromley Park Planned Unit Development 2nd Amendment in the City of Brighton; and

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF PROMONTORY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 1

Under a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure entered on October 8, 2020 in the above-captioned action, I am ordered to sell certain real property as follows:

APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ LENA McCLELLAND, Acting City Attorney

WHEREAS, this matter came before the City Council upon that certain request of Matt Amidei of the City of Brighton’s Utilities Department (the “Applicant”); and

WHEREAS, the Property has been annexed to the City of Brighton; and

sions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to Promontory Metropolitan District No. 1 on or before the date and time hereinabove shown for final payment. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release Promontory Metropolitan District No. 1, its directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT

Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provi

THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that I will, at 9:00 o’clock A.M., on March 4, 2021, at the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, located at I100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property described above, and all interest of said Grantor and the heirs and assigns of said Grantor, for the purpose of paying the judgment amount entered herein, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

Bidders are required to have cash or certified funds to cover the highest bid by noon on the day of the sale.

First Publication: January 6, 2021 Last Publication: February 3, 2021 Name of Publication: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE OF RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL

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Public Notices PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO LAW AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF THE STATUTES WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS ARE ATTACHED HERETO. A NOTICE O INTENT TO CURE PURSUANT TO §38-38-104, C.R.S, SHALL BE FILED WITH THE OFFICER AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED. IF THE SALE IF CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED. A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO §38-38-302, C.R.S, SHALL BE FILED WITH THE OFFICER NO LATER THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE SALE. IF THE BORROWER BELIEVES THAT A LENDER OR SERVICER HAS VIOLATED THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT IN C.R.S 38-38-103.1 OR THE PROHIBITION ON DUAL TRACKING IN C.R.S 38-38-103.2, THE BORROWER MAY FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE COLORADO ATTORNEY GENERAL AT THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF LAW, RALPH L. CARR JUDICIAL BUILDING, 1300 BROADWAY, 10TH FLOOR, DENVER, CO 80203, 720-5086000, THE CFPB, HTTP://WWW.CONSUMERFINANCE.GOV/ COMPLAINT/; CFPB, PO BOX 2900, CLINTON, IA 527633-2900 (855) 411-2372 OR BOTH, BUT FILING THE COPLAINT WILL NOT STOP THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. The name, address and telephone number of each of the attomeys representing the holder of the evidence of the debt is as follows: Wendy E. Weigler #28419 Winzenburg, Leff, Purvis & Payne, LLP 8020 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 300 Littleton, CO 80127 303-863- I 870 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: November 16, 2020

January 13, 2020 Legal Notice No. BSB333335

Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Leonard H. McCain, a/k/a Leonard Hugh McCain, Deceased Case No. 2020 PR 31034 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.

David R. McCain 515 W. Cherry Avenue, Apt B Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Published in the Brighton Standard Blade December 30, 2020 and January 6 and 13, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of json Robert William Pfankuch a/k/a Jason Pfankuch, Deceased Case Number 2020PR31123 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 13, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.

Taylor Kristian Pfankuch 6024 E. 113th Avenue Thornton, CO 80233 Personal Representative Legal Notice No. BSB333339 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Russell R. Jatko, deceased Case Number: n/a All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 06, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.

By: Richard A. Reigenborn Adams County Sheriff Adams County, Colorado Statutes attached: §§38-37-108, 38-38-103, 3838-104, 38-38-301, 38-38-304, 38-38-305, and 38-38-306, C.R.S., as amended.

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Christopher W. Jatko Personal Representative 15761 Josephine Circle West Thornton, Colorado 80602 Legal Notice No. First publication: January 06, 2021 Last publication: January 20, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

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All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 13, 2021 or the claims may be forever barred.

Gary Carlson Moore 3970 E. Orchard Road Centennial, Colorado 80121 Personal Representative Legal Notice No. BSB333340 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Ethel Pitts-Holloway also known as Ethel J. Pitts, Deceased Case Number 2020PR31168 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 13, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.

Erin Roper Personal Representative 2711 Race Denver, Colorado 80205 Legal Notice No. BSB333337 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Slivey, Charlotte Kaye, Deceased Case Number 2020 PR 31080 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 13, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.

Kevin Sweet 31480 161 Street Court Hudson, CO 80642 Personal Representative Legal Notice No. BSB333336 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Vernon Leroy Rogers, Deceased Case Number 2020PR31177 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before May 14, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ Anne B. Jorgensen Anne B. Jorgensen, Esq. JORGENSEN, BROWNELL & PEPIN, P.C. 8001 Arista Pl. Suite 415 Broomfield, CO 80021

Case Number: 2020 PR 31120

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All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Adams County, Colorado or on or before April 30, 2021 or the claims may be forever barred.

Legal Notice No. BSB333347 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Flora Garcia Sanchez, Deceased Case Number 2020PR031159 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Adams, County, Colorado on or before May 7, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ Anne B. Jorgensen, Esq. JORGENSEN, BROWNELL & PEPIN, P.C. 8001 Arista Pl. Suite 415 Broomfield, CO 80021 Published in the Brighton Standard Blade January 6, 13 and 20, 2021

Published in the Brighton Standard Blade December 30, 2020 and January 6 and 13, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Vicktoria Marie Tucker, aka Vicktoria M. Tucker, aka Vicktoria Tucker, Deceased Case Number 2020PR31132

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Adams, County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2021 or the claims may be forever barred.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JEAN C. OKAGAWA, a/k/a JEAN CHIZUKO OKAGAWA, and a/k/a JEAN OKAGAWA, Deceased Case Number 2020 PR 31124 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative, or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before April 30, 2021 or the claims may be forever barred.

Leslie Tucker P.O. Box 53 Lodgepole, NE 69149 Personal Representative Published in the Brighton Standard Blade December 30, 2020 and January 6 and 13, 2021

Name Changes

Personal Representative: Robert Okagawa c/o Bridget K. Sullivan Sherman & Howard L.L.C. 633 Seventeenth Street, Ste. 3000 Denver, Colorado 80202

PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME

Published in the Brighton Standard Blade December 30, 2020 and January 6 and 13, 2021

Public Notice is given on November 16, 2020 that a Petitions for Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Adams County District Court.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The Petition requests that the name of Sarah Bridget LaMere be changed to Sarah Bridget Kelly

Case Number: 20C1535 Div: 1 Courtroom 606

Estate of Nyla Kay Nanney, Deceased

/s/ S Martin Deputy Clerk

Case Number 2020PR31078 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Adams, County, Colorado on or before May 14, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ John D. Konz John D. Konz, Esq. JORGENSEN, BROWNELL & PEPIN, P.C. 8001 Arista Pl. Suite 415 Broomfield, CO 80021 Legal Notice No. BSB333334 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Isabel J. Kittrell, also known as Isabel Jane Kittrell, also known as Isabel Kittrell, Deceased

Legal Notice No. BSB333331 First Publication: January 13, 2021 Last Publication: January 27, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: 20C1634 Division: 1 Courtroom 606

Public Notice is given on December 10, 2020 that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Adams County Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Devin Edward Cordero be changed to Devin Edward Najera By: /s/ Sunshine Martin Deputy Clerk Published in the Brighton Standard Blade December 30, 2020 and January 6 and 13, 2021

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