District gives up gave up land once set aside for school
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
A once-promised school site in Castle Rock’s Crystal Valley Ranch neighborhood will no longer be used for a future middle school, prompting frustration from residents and scrutiny from town o cials.
In late January, the Douglas County School District formally declared the 20.9acre parcel “surplus,” triggering a clause in the town’s 2006 development agreement that requires the land to be returned to the developer. e district cited the site’s size and location, calling it too small and “geographically undesirable” as reasons for the decision.
During an April 16 Castle Rock Town Council meeting, town sta explained that the site was not zoned for open space and that the developer initially o ered it as an additional land dedication, in case the district decided to build a school there. at never happened, and the district is now set to receive $500,000 in cash-in-lieu from the developer as part of a separate agreement.
Community frustrations surface
Still, many residents say they bought homes with the expectation that a middle school would be built nearby.
“We were told there was going to be a school there. at was the expectation. We’ve been paying taxes on the assumption that it was going to be a school,” said one resident during the town’s public comment period. “ ere is no school coming. ere was no communication. We were kept in the dark.”
Alicia Maison, another Crystal Valley Ranch resident, echoed that sentiment.
“We didn’t know anything about this until the town council meeting. It was already a done deal by then,” Maison said. “ e school board made this decision without any communication. It feels rushed and short-sighted, and now we’re just supposed to accept more homes instead of the school we were promised.”
Town council demands answers
During the same meeting, several council members expressed concern that the district may not have fully understood the implications of their vote.
“Becky Myers is the school board member who represents this district,” Councilmember Tim Dietz said. “I did talk to her, and she had no idea. Have we all made mistakes? Sure. But I don’t like the fact that the school board made this decision, and this has nothing to do with town sta anymore.”
Councilmember Max Brooks said the
district’s explanation about the parcel being too small for a school raised questions.
“If it was too small, why didn’t we know that earlier?” he asked. “And why wasn’t the community brought in before this decision was nalized?”
What the records show
Public records obtained through a Colorado Open Records Act request show that DCSD’s chief operations o cer presented the argument for declaring the site surplus at the district’s January Long Range Planning Committee meeting.
e school board unanimously approved the recommendation later that month as part of its consent agenda, without any public discussion about the reasoning behind the decision.
By February, Superintendent Erin Kane submitted a formal notice to the town, ful lling the requirement to initiate the reconveyance process under the 2006 development agreement.
e developer has since submitted a
preliminary plan to build 112 single-family homes on the site. Town sta con rmed the proposal is consistent with existing zoning and falls within the maximum of 3,475 residential units allowed in Crystal Valley Ranch.
Even so, many residents say the district’s decision undermines community trust.
“ is land was set aside for a school. Now we’re being told it’s ‘surplus’ because it’s not big enough? at doesn’t pass the smell test,” said resident Angela Hardin. “ e district owes us an explanation, and they owe our kids a real plan.”
Castle Rock Mayor Jason Gray said the town is still exploring its options, but is constrained by the original agreement.
“We may be legally obligated, but we also have an obligation to our residents to make sure this doesn’t happen again,” he said. “We need better communication, better foresight, and more accountability.”
e town council ultimately voted to table the reconveyance ordinance to allow more time for public input and further discussion with the school district. Several councilmembers called for a broader conversation about how school planning aligns with residential development in fast-growing areas like Crystal Valley.
For some residents, the issue goes beyond one site.
“We feel forgotten,” one resident said. “ ere’s all this growth, and none of the things we were told would come with it — schools, parks, community spaces — are actually being built.”
Council will revisit the ordinance later this spring. In the meantime, residents are organizing to push for more transparency and to explore alternatives that could preserve the site for community use.
“We know we can’t undo the past,” one resident added. “But we can make sure this never happens again.”
The school district declared this Crystal Valley Ranch site surplus, clearing the way for new housing development.
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Castle Rock approved up to 3,475 homes in Crystal Valley Ranch. Residents say they expected a school alongside the growth, not more houses.
4 DCSD directors oppose transgender protection bill
BY SUZIE GLASSMAN SGLASSMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Four members of the Douglas County Board of Education signed an open letter dated May 5 opposing a state bill they say could infringe on parental rights, create legal confusion for schools and limit local control. e bill, which passed the Colorado General Assembly one day later, expands legal protections for transgender individuals under state law.
But a review of the bill’s language reveals discrepancies between what the board members claim and what the legislation mandates.
Board members Christy Williams, Becky Myers, Kaylee Winegar and Tim Moore submitted the letter through Douglas County resident Allyson Rydwell, who is identi ed in the letter as a parent of a child who is transgender.
It opposes House Bill 25-1312, titled “Legal Protections for Transgender Individuals,” which passed the Colorado General Assembly on May 6 and now awaits the signature of Gov. Jared Polis. While signed by four current board members, the letter emphasizes that each signer is expressing an individual viewpoint and not speaking on behalf of the board as a whole.
e bill, also known as the “Kelly Loving Act,” includes anti-discrimination protections, gender identity recognition and updates to school policies involving
chosen names and dress codes.
In their letter, the Douglas County board members say they have “signicant constitutional concerns” and argue the bill risks infringing on parental rights by classifying misgendering or deadnaming — referring to a transgender person by a name or gender they no longer use — as forms of coercive control in child custody disputes.
“By de ning misgendering or deadnaming as coercive control in custody cases, the bill risks penalizing parents for their speech or beliefs about their child’s gender identity,” the letter states.
However, the bill does not penalize parents for speech. Instead, it allows courts to consider misgendering or deadnaming as potential evidence of coercive control when determining the best interests of the child in custody decisions. Judges retain discretion and are required to weigh multiple factors in such cases.
e board members also expressed concern that the bill mandates schools to implement policies requiring the use of chosen names and prohibits gender-speci c dress codes, which they say undermines local control and creates ambiguity.
But the bill doesn’t require schools to adopt name policies. It states that if a school already has a chosen name policy in place, it must include all reasons a student may choose a name di erent from their legal one, not limited to gender identity.
Similarly, the bill does not ban dress codes but requires that any dress code allow all students to choose from available options, regardless of gender.
“Implementing chosen name policies across diverse school systems may conict with existing recordkeeping standards or parental noti cation policies, creating confusion,” the letter argued.
Yet the bill does not change recordkeeping rules or require schools to notify parents of name changes. It focuses on preventing discrimination based on name or gender presentation, aligning with broader civil rights protections under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act.
e letter signers also warn that the bill could impose signi cant administrative burdens, particularly around documentation and policy enforcement, which they argue could divert attention from classroom learning.
HB 25-1312 also bars Colorado courts from recognizing laws from other states that penalize parents for allowing children to access gender-a rming care.
Additional provisions require state-issued forms to include an option for individuals to provide both a legal name and a chosen name.
e bill’s sponsors, Rep. David Ortiz (D-Littleton), Sen. Chris Kolker (DCentennial) and Sen. Faith Winter (DBroom eld), have said it is designed to ensure that transgender Coloradans can
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access public services, education and legal protections without discrimination, according to statements made during oor debate and in public remarks on the bill’s o cial legislative summary.
Kolker said the bill is about ensuring all school policies are applied fairly to every student, not just transgender students, and emphasized that it does not address or alter parental custody laws.
“It’s about protecting the transgender people who are feeling under threat and making sure that we’re strengthening those protections within the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act,” Kolker said.
Despite their opposition, the Douglas County board members state in their letter that they remain committed to safe and supportive schools.
“We believe House Bill 25-1312, by placing schools at the center of contentious legal and social debates, poses an obstacle to that goal rather than a help to it,” the letter concludes.
ey argue the legislation places schools at the center of broader legal and social con icts, which they say could detract from educators’ focus on student learning and well-being.
e board members note that the letter was submitted in compliance with Colorado’s Open Meetings Law and does not re ect an o cial vote or collective board action.
If Polis signs the bill, most provisions will take e ect immediately.
Don’t
Wait to Save for A Downpayment — Here’s How You Can Start Building Equity Now
For many would-be homebuyers in Colorado, the biggest obstacle isn’t affording monthly payments — it’s saving up for a down payment. But there’s a lesser-known solution: a unique down payment assistance program connected to FHA that offers generous terms with fewer limitations than many alternatives.
I learned about this program from Jaxzann Riggs, owner of The Mortgage Network, who explained how this option helps buyers get into homes sooner - with little or no money out of pocket.
“Some buyers have strong income and credit, but they just haven’t been able to save enough for a down payment,” she told me. “This program bridges that gap - without the typical income or location restrictions.”
HOAP, and MetroDPA, these programs often have income caps and/or location limits. But as stated before, the national FHAbacked option offers broader eligibility, no income or area restrictions, and more flexible terms, making it a strong option for buyers who are ready now.
rising-rate environment.
Additionally, this program allows for higher debt-to-income (DTI) ratios, a hallmark of FHA financing. That means borrowers with student loans or other debt may still qualify.
Why This Matters Now
A Powerful Alternative to Traditional Down Payment Assistance (DPA)
This FHA-approved assistance is more flexible than many state or local programs. It comes in the form of a second mortgage behind an FHA loan, but here’s the twist: there are no income limits, no geographic restrictions, and more flexibility within FHA guidelines, compared to a conventional loan.
Buyers can use this program whether or not they’re a first-time homebuyer. It’s designed for those who are financially ready to buy but need help covering the minimum 3.5% down payment or closing costs.
While Colorado offers down payment help through programs like CHFA, CHAC,
With rents and home prices both climbing, waiting to save for a traditional down payment could cost more in the long run. Getting into a home today versus two or three years from now allows you to start building equity instead of continuing to pay rent.
“Every month you rent is a month you’re not gaining ownership,” Jaxzann says. “This program gives you a way to step into the market faster and start growing wealth.”
Keep in Mind: Not All FHA Loans Are Eligible It’s important to note that this assistance applies only to new FHA purchases. If you already have an FHA loan, you won’t qualify for this specific program — but there’s still a silver lining. FHA loans are assumable, meaning a future buyer could take over your low-interest mortgage without a rate hike, an incredibly valuable feature in a
“You can’t beat the ability to transfer a loan with no escalation in rate,” Jaxzann points out. “That’s something worth knowing if you already have an FHA loan.” Homeowners with existing low-rate FHA mortgages are sitting on a very valuable asset. When it is time to sell, they should consider allowing the new prospective purchaser to “assume” their existing loan.
This is done by having the prospective purchaser apply for a “qualifying assumption” with the lender that is currently servicing the loan. Because the prospective owner is qualifying to assume the existing loan, the original borrower is released from all future liability for the loan while allowing the new purchaser/owner to keep the original mortgage interest rate. The difference between the current loan balance and the purchase price of the home is paid to the seller in cash.
Weighing the Trade-Offs
As with most zero-down options, there are considerations:
Interest rates will be higher than traditional FHA loans with full down payments. On a $500,000 home, that might mean around $550 more per month.
You will have to pay off any remaining balance on the second mortgage when you refinance or sell.
All FHA loans require mortgage insurance on the loan. This insurance protects the lender in the event of foreclosure.
Unlike mortgage insurance on conventional mortgages, 30 year fixed rate FHA loans require that the mortgage insurance remain in place for the life of the loan.
You must intend to live in the home as your primary residence at the time of purchase.
Still, for many buyers, the ability to get into a home now outweighs the costs.
“This program can open doors much sooner than people think,” Jaxzann told me.
“This is ideal for households with two incomes and/or those that might have been denied down payment assistance in the past because they exceed income limitations for other programs. If you’re ready to buy but short on upfront funds, it’s absolutely worth exploring.”
To learn more and find out if you qualify, contact Jaxzann Riggs at The Mortgage Network at (303) 990-2992.
NOTE: My “Real Estate Today” column that normally appears on this page is now published bi-weekly. Look for it here next week and every other week thereafter.
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Economic Factors, Policy Landscape Lead to Budget Shortfall
Fire and medical emergency response services are at
risk
The Challenge
There’s been a 20% increase in calls for service since 2019.
This includes structure, vehicle, and wildland fires; explosions and hazmat incidents; water rescues; vehicle crashes; public or police assistance; and medical emergencies.
Emergency medical calls now account for 65% of all response – this is expected to increase with an aging population.
Costs have increased dramatically in six years; for example:
The cost for a fire engine has gone from $725,000 to $1.3 million (79% increase).
The cost for protective bunker gear has gone from $4,321 to $6,047 (40% increase).
To continue providing quality fire and emergency response, South Metro needs an additional $34 million annually.
State legislation that passed during a special session in 2024 reduces property tax revenue South Metro collects by $16 million in 2026 and $270 million over 10 years.
South Metro Fire Rescue is facing an immediate budget shortfall due to years of rising costs, consistent increases in demand, and new state legislation. Without new revenue, the organization will not be able to maintain the high level of service for fire and emergency response that residents and businesses deserve, and have come to expect.
Did You Know?
South Metro is a full-service department Here are a few key facts:
stations across 30 square miles 287
personnel across 800 divisions 8
residents, which will serving 571,500 in grow to 595,0004 years municipalities and 12 counties 3
Including:
Centennial Airport, Lockheed Martin, Highlands Ranch, 4 Square Mile, and The Pinery
The Bottom Line
With $34 million needed to address increased demand for services and rising costs, plus the $16 million shortfall, South Metro needs to identify how it will generate $50 million in additional funding annually.
Anxiety steers economic indicators, report says
BY SARAH MULHOLLAND CPR NEWS
Colorado economic signals are mixed as businesses try to make sense of President Donald Trump’s ip- ops on tari s.
e number of people ling to start a business was up in the rst quarter compared to the end of last year, according to a joint report from the University of Colorado’s Leeds School of Business and the Secretary of State’s O ce.
At the same time, the state’s executives are feeling deeply anxious about how the new administration’s trade policies are going to impact their bottom lines, the report found.
“ e indicators in this report do not show any immediate or signi cant economic disruption to Colorado … but it does show business leaders in Colorado are nervous about these disruptions,” Secretary of State Jena Griswold said during a webinar about the report.
Colorado’s economy started slowing before Trump was sworn in for his second term. As of April, the state added 2,300 jobs during the prior 12 months, which equates to a growth rate of 0.1
percent. at compares to the U.S. rate of 1.2 percent.
Colorado now ranks 44th for job growth among the 50 states and Washington, D.C.
“We were hard-charging for a long time. Now, some of the other states are catching up and are continuing to have that growth that we had,” said Richard Wobbekind, senior economist and faculty director at CU’s Leeds School of Business.
e state’s per capita personal income and labor force participation still rank high, he said.
“We are a prosperous state, and we are growing, we’re just growing at a slower rate,” Wobbekind said.
Colorado’s professional business services, which includes the tech sector, took a big hit in the past year. at sector has 8,400 fewer jobs than a year ago.
“ at had been a disappointment in terms of job performance in 2024. And so far it’s continuing into 2025,” Wobbekind said.
is story is from CPR News, a nonprofit public broadcaster serving Colorado. Used by permission. For more, and to support Colorado Public Radio, visit cpr.org.
1605 and 1615 California St. in the Central Business District. Aug. 19, 2023. PHOTO BY KEVIN J. BEATY / DENVERITE
Douglas County assessor discusses property valuations
Residential values level out, but property tax crisis continues
BY JULIA
Eight metro-Denver assessors came together in late April to review property values across their counties. e latest numbers show Douglas County’s housing market has largely stabilized after a historic surge in 2023 — though its commercial sector isn’t faring as well.
As the new valuations roll out, property tax questions continue to loom large, with o cials forecasting that elevated taxes could persist despite stabilizing home prices.
In compliance with Colorado statutes, real property — land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings, fences or natural resources — is revalued every two years. e valuations the county assessors came up with last month re ect property values as of June 30, 2024, based on data from the preceding two-year timeframe.
For the 2025 valuation cycle, residential property values in Douglas County and the broader metro area were at, ranging from about -10% to +5%, with most hovering near zero. But even with stabilizing values, a property tax crisis continues, according to Douglas County Assessor Toby Damisch.
“Property taxes are still elevated. ey haven’t come down, and I don’t expect them to,” he told the Douglas County News-Press.
Damisch said the previous property reappraisal in 2023 re ected the sharpest rise in home prices in Colorado history, driven by pandemic-era conditions. Low interest rates, corporate investment in housing and increased demand for second homes and short-term rentals fueled massive real estate in ation across the state. ese trends peaked in spring 2022 — just before the June 30, 2022, appraisal date — resulting in residential value increases of 30-to-60% statewide and near 50% in Douglas County. e outcome, Damisch said, was a property tax “war” in Colorado. Many homeowners were hit with tax bills that
jumped more than 30%, sparking political and legal clashes across the state, including an ongoing battle between Douglas County and the State Board of Equalization.
While property valuations have been released, actual tax bills won’t be nalized until late 2025. at’s because two key parts of the formula — assessment rates and mill levies — aren’t determined until October and December, respectively. Unless voters approve new tax increases in November, homeowners can expect relatively at tax bills, Damisch said, though they will still re ect the elevated rates from 2023.
Unlike previous cycles, there isn’t
much consistency in this year’s residential valuations, Damisch said. Current valuations are “highly localized,” and aren’t based on property size, type or price — but instead vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. e variation, Damisch explained, comes down to timing and subjectivity. Every neighborhood is on its own trajectory, and since real estate is driven as much by emotion and perception as by square footage or condition, some areas that peaked during earlier market booms are now regressing, while others are still catching up.
Douglas County Assessor Toby Damisch meets with other Denver metro area assessors at the Colorado Capitol last month to review property values across their counties. COURTESY OF DOUGLAS COUNTY
VALUATIONS
A map breaking down these trends is available on the assessor’s website. e appeals window for property valuations is open until June 8.
Across the region, the Denver metro area is seeing “results more consistent than they ever have been before across the eight counties,” Damisch said, adding that this is both in terms of at residential valuations and scattered trends across neighborhoods.
One area where Douglas County is diverging from its neighbors is in o ce buildings — speci cally large, single-tenant, owner-occupied properties. Ongoing remote work trends and several low-price
sales in areas like Lone Tree and Meridian prompted lower valuations. Unlike Denver or Arapahoe County, Douglas County’s o ce market is more suburban and less transit-oriented, making it more vulnerable to shifts in demand, Damisch said. In contrast, transit-oriented development sites — like o ce buildings located near a light rail station — have remained more attractive to companies seeking walkability, better access and an urban feel.
Douglas County weighs home rule as tax debate continues
Douglas County voters will decide in June whether to adopt a home rule charter — a move county commissioners say could lead to a reduction in property taxes. ough the reality might be more “nuanced,” Damisch said.
Much of Colorado’s property tax system is governed by the state constitution and statutes, which limits how much counties can change on their own.
“ ere’s no question (tax provisions in the proposed charter) have to be nuanced, because there are so many state laws and constitutional amendments about property taxes that the home rule charter can’t just outright ignore,” Damisch said.
Home rule wouldn’t allow Douglas County to completely rewrite the state’s tax architecture, but it could give the county more exibility in the areas it does control, such as adjusting the local mill levy or developing targeted relief programs like expanded exemptions for low-income seniors. ose possibilities are still hypothetical, and would need to be explored while writing a home rule charter, said Damisch, who is running to be on the charter commission.
A home rule charter could also potentially create a stronger legal backing for valuation adjustments. For instance, in 2023, the county attempted to apply a 4% across-the-board valuation reduction to lower property taxes, which the State Board of Equalization overturned. County commissioners in March vowed to appeal that decision.
Under home rule, the county might have more exibility to implement such valuation adjustments, according to Damisch.
“In a home rule existence, the county has a little more leverage or leeway to press in certain areas and look for things where we want to act di erently … where we could not do without the existence of home rule,” Damisch said. “ at State Board of Equalization experience is one of many examples of that.”
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e lawsuit is asking a judge to nd that the commissioners violated the law, issue an injunction requiring future compliance, and invalidate the March 25 meeting, which would force the home-rule process to restart.
e topic of home rule has been discussed in Douglas County for years, Teal said on the witness stand last month. It has been a talking point since the COVID-19 pandemic, he claimed, and both he and Van Winkle discussed the topic during their campaigns for seats as commissioners. It has also been mentioned in the county’s 2023 community survey, which showed that a vast majority of voters — 79% — view “more independence from state controls over county administration” as a high- or medium-priority ballot issue.
omas argues that data doesn’t necessarily mean voters understand home rule — or that they’re the ones driving the conversation. E orts in other counties to become home rule were citizen-led, she said. In Weld and Pitkin counties, residents mandated charters after they became frustrated with their local governments.
“(In Weld and Pitkin) the voters got together and they did it,” omas said. “ ere has to be something that draws the citizens together to do it. Here, there is no impetus for the people to get behind it.”
e home-rule statute mandates three public meetings, each at least 45 days apart. Douglas County’s current plan would align with this requirement, including an administrative meeting right after the charter commission is elected, followed by two more to approve and submit the charter.
But omas still believes that the process is rushed, and calls for more public input before locking in a new government structure.
“I would like to see (in Douglas County) what Weld County did. Seven and a half months, 45 meetings, lots of citizen comment, lots of input,” omas said.
omas also criticized the candidate selection process for the proposed charter commission. She claimed the county GOP coordinated to ensure 21 preferred candidates made the ballot before any opposition could organize. An email sent by the Douglas County Republican Party chair on March 24 included a list of those 21 candidates.
“We are writing a charter that (would) represent everyone in this county,” omas said. “For the commissioners to just pick 21 Republicans — it’s not democratic. e people should be able to choose among Democrats, Republicans and una liated … rough good conversation, you get better results.”
Despite their opposition to the homerule process thus far, both Marshall and omas are running for seats on the charter commission.
“Someone needs to be in the henhouse watching the foxes,” omas said. “Be in the room, know what’s going on.”
On the campaign trail
Nearly 50 names are on the list of candidates for the charter commission, including former and current Douglas County sheri s, a school district board member, a former state representative, a Highlands Ranch water board member, and others who have run for county commissioner and state representative seats in the past.
Little is known about who is funding the “Yes on Local Control” campaign committee supporting home rule. e only publicly available information on the
group is that Katie Kennedy, a principal of Strategic Compliance LLC, is listed as the registered agent. e “Yes on Local Control” committee is required to le a report of contributions and expenditures by June 3, per the Colorado Secretary of State’s TRACER database. Kennedy did not respond to the Douglas County News-Press on a request for comment.
According to its website, Douglas County has about 315,000 registered voters — roughly 50% una liated, 31% Republican and 17% Democrat.
Teal said the charter could include a clause allowing municipalities to opt into countywide policies by resolution or charter amendment. Commissioners will
make home-rule presentations to several municipalities — Castle Rock, Parker and Larkspur — leading up to the June special election.
“We’re saying, ‘hey, Castle Rock, what do you want to do with this?’” Teal said. “Adopt it how you see t.”
With the June 24 special election fast approaching, Douglas County stands at a crossroads. e decision to adopt home rule could reshape the county’s political landscape for years to come. As supporters and critics continue to voice their opinions, the outcome of the vote will ultimately determine whether the county chases greater independence or reafrms the status quo.
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Douglas County Commissioner Kevin Van Winkle talks about bringing a home rule charter to the residents of the county during a press conference on March 25.
PHOTO BY HALEY LENA
We are living in a time of incredible pressure, and tragically, it’s our children who are carrying the heaviest burden. Anxiety and depression among children and teens have skyrocketed, with every credible study pointing to culprits like social media, internet access, and mounting academic, athletic, and social expectations. It’s overwhelming — and that’s putting it lightly.
It’s easy to point ngers at TikTok, Instagram, and the endless pursuit of “perfection.” And sure, those factors are real. But if we’re serious about loving and leading our families, we must ask the harder question: Are we doing enough at home to ease their worries, doubts, and fears? For most of us, the honest answer is not yet.
VOICES
Communicating through the storm
WINNING
it, over-communication.
Our kids navigate a digital battle eld every day. e loudest voices tell them they aren’t good enough. If we don’t ll their emotional tanks with hope, encouragement, love, and acceptance, someone else will, and it will be with poison, not life-giving truth.
I’ll never forget an incredible moment I witnessed with Zig Ziglar, one of the greatest motivational speakers ever.
morning and night, not once, not when convenient, but every day.
As cameras panned the audience, thousands wiped away tears. Sitting beside me was Zig’s son, Tom Ziglar, a grown man and CEO, with tears streaming down his face. When I asked if Zig had done that for him, Tom smiled through the tears and said, “Yes. And he still does, even now.” ink about that: A father who never stopped telling his grown son how proud he was. Every single day.
e Critical Role of Communication. Communication isn’t a “nice-to-have” in this battle for our children’s hearts and minds, it’s everything. And not just when problems show up. Proactive, frequent communication. Maybe even, dare I say
At a packed seminar, a man stepped to the mic, thanking Zig for shaping his own life but sharing that his son was struggling. Zig’s response was pure wisdom: He told the man to sit on his son’s bed, look him in the eyes, and say:
“Son, I am so glad God entrusted me with your life. You are a blessing to me. I am proud of you. And I love you.”
Zig encouraged him to say it every
Seniors to get campus tour
The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County (SCDC) June meeting will be held at the Douglas County School District (DCSC) Legacy Campus on ursday, June 5. Our visit from 10 to 11:30 a.m. will include information about what our teens are learning and the ways older adults can become involved with and bene t from the school district. ere will be a tour and refreshments. Seniors’ Council meetings are free and open to older adults, service providers, and the public.
Superintendent Erin Kane will explain what happens at the school district and the DCSD Gold Card that is free and o ers special benets to older adults. We will meet at the DCSD Legacy Campus, Room 243, 10035 S. Peoria St., Lone Tree.
“At DCSD, every student can nd a post-high school path that ts their unique passions — whether college, career, military, or another option. We are grateful to our college and business partners for helping students gain real-world experience and save on tuition. At the Legacy Campus, we cultivate a Career and Technical Education environment where post-secondary and industry partnerships provide relevant learning opportunities for high school students and the Douglas County community in order to ensure a competitive advantage and workforce readiness.”
— Erin Kane, DCSD superintendent
e Seniors’ Council of Douglas County monthly meetings are on the rst ursday of every month at various locations in Douglas County. Meetings include announcements of interest to older adults and those who support older adults, a presentation on a topic relevant to older adults, and community conversation. A new
Fighting for eir Hearts. If we want to lead and love our children in today’s chaotic world, we must show up with our words, not just advice or correction, but daily, intentional a rmation. ey need to hear it when they get straight A’s.
ey need to hear it when they fail a test. ey need to hear it when they make us proud, and especially when they break our hearts.
Because mistakes don’t de ne them, grace does. Growth does. And our unwavering love does.
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Our communication must be a ood of love, encouragement, and constant reminders that they are more than enough that no failure can separate them from our love, and no outside voice can ever be louder than the voice of their family. e pressures and dangers are real. But so is our power to counteract them. If we don’t communicate, the world will. If we communicate relentlessly, intentionally, and lovingly, we can raise a generation that walks through the storm without losing their way.
Let’s speak up, every day, every chance we get. eir future depends on it. I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@ gmail.com. And when we intentionally communicate through the storm, it really will be a better-than-good life.
Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.
LIVING AND AGING WELL
Jean Spahr
childcare volunteer training program will be highlighted at the July meeting.
In other news …
Plans are underway for a full-day educational event, Vintage and Vibrant 2025, on Wednesday, Sept. 17 at the Senior Center in Highlands Ranch. is special event will feature engaging speakers and interactive breakout sessions plus door prizes, breakfast, and lunch. Registration will begin in August.
e SCDC recognizes June happenings including:
— Alzheimer’s & Brain Health Awareness Month plus Men’s Health Month.
— Flag Day is June 14 — a great day to display Old Glory.
— Summer solstice — more daylight than any other day; the days grow shorter after the solstice on June 20.
— Father’s Day — on June 15 we remember fathers, uncles, and grandfathers as well as coaches, teachers, and those who serve as mentors.
— e abundance of owers and plants, including native and drought resistant. Have you considered joining a garden club? ere are several in Douglas County — do a Google search or stop by a Douglas County Library branch for assistance.
e SCDC is supported by Douglas County Community Services. For information and updates call 303-660-7460. e SCDC motto is Living Well/Aging Well.
is guest column was written by Jean Spahr, publicity chair of the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County.
Questions for DCSD candidates e end of the school year brings DCSD one step closer to the November Board of Education election. As a parent of three DCSD graduates, a long-time volunteer in neighborhood schools, and an una liated voter, I’m tired of Board of Education directors pursuing divisive national political agendas instead of focusing on hiring and retaining the best educators and supporting their work to optimize learning outcomes for all of our kids.
When candidates for the four open director seats in 2025 are announced, these are questions voters should expect them to answer, based on local issues in DCSD:
CCM reported on 3/7/25 that DCSD remains the lowest paying district in the metro area. How will you work to make DCSD an employer of choice that can e ectively attract and retain high quality educators in the face of a growing teacher shortage?
How will you work to repair the culture and reputation of DCSD in the wake of the sustained attacks on DCSD’s equity policy endorsed by Directors Williams, Winegar, Myers, and Moore and the pending federal civil rights lawsuit against DCSD? How will you ensure welcoming and accessible schools for students and families, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and di erences in physical, emotional, and learning abilities?
Will you put your duty as a director above your personal politics and keep culture wars out of our non-partisan school board? Actions speak louder than words.
On 2/13/24, Denver Post reported that Director Moore, while a deputy, violated the Douglas County Sheri O ce’s policy against political endorsements.
CCM reported in April that Board President Williams signed a letter urging CHSAA to exclude transgender students from athletic competition in alignment with divisive antiLGBTQIA+ rhetoric.
Similarly, Director Myers also highlighted her partisan beliefs in her close a liation with the controversial advocacy group G4K (reported by CCM in April).
I hope to see all candidates for the DCSD BOE directly address questions like these and commit to doing better. Douglas County deserves directors who will bring our community together, support our educators and truly prioritize our students.
Kim Turnage, Highlands Ranch
DCSD must do better
To the Douglas County School Board: As a 25-year resident of this district and parent to two transgender people, I address you with both deep investment in our schools and rsthand knowledge of their shortcomings regarding transgender students. is district has repeatedly articulated commitments to supporting high standards in education, inclusion, and anti-bullying policies. Yet the consistent implementation of these values remains selective at best.
What empirical data informs your positions on the transgender student policies which a ect a small number of students? Where is the evidence-based approach that should be foundational to educational decision-making?
e discrepancy in advocacy is striking. When the dyslexia screener bill was under consideration — a measure directly a ecting 20 percent of DCSD student welfare — there was no comparable public letter or organized response from this board. is board majority didn’t even advise their costly lobbyist to support a dyslexia screener. is selective concern raises legitimate questions about priorities, leadership and consistency.
If elected, what speci c actions will you take to ensure adherence to Colorado Open Meeting Laws? Directors Williams, Winegar, and Myers violated the Colorado Open Meetings law in the rst few months of their term, costing the district more than $250,000 as reported by CCM on 9/27/23.
Transphobia in our schools is not theoretical. It manifests in concrete ways: inconsistent enforcement of anti-bullying measures, bureaucratic resistance to a rming students’ identities, and the move by two of you to systemically exclude them from full participation in school activities. Each of these instances fundamentally undermines our district’s direct obligation to educate every student equitably.
I formally request:
1. Transparency regarding what data informs your positions on transgender student support
2. An evidence-based assessment of transgender students’ experiences within our schools
BERKEY
Berkey’s story cannot be told without mention of her deep Christian faith. After spending 70 years attending the same church in Oklahoma, she moved to Colorado and became a regular attendee, and eventually a deacon, at Canyons Community Church in Castle Rock. She has read the Bible in its entirety every year for 40 years — even coming up with a handwritten daily reading guide to share with friends.
Berkey became a Christian in her teenage years, and an extended hospital stay resulting from an ectopic pregnancy at age 25 solidi ed her beliefs. She attributes her long life to her unwavering faith, and her mission of spreading her faith to others perseveres halfway through her 11th decade.
“You haven’t really lived unless you’ve had a telephone prayer with Evelyn,” said McGuire. “If you call her with a concern or problem, she says, ‘let’s pray about that right now.’ She goes into a beautiful prayer and you hang up feeling renewed.”
Both VanderLinden and McGuire have been inspired by one of Berkey’s mantras: “Be bold.” ey say that Berkey is a shining example of what it looks like to be bold in one’s faith.
Berkey’s friends said her 105th birthday party was a perfect occasion to reect on the things that make her special. She received more than 100 cards for her 105th birthday, and expressed her deep gratitude for her friends and family, and
for the support she feels from her community.
“She’s just one of those people that everyone’s attracted to because she’s so loving and kind and sweet,” said VanderLinden. “It’s just automatic with her.”
McGuire agreed.
“She’s changed so many lives in so many ways — it’s hard to comprehend and it’s hard to share. Her wisdom is something to behold,” McGuire said.
MCCONNELL
George Reed “Buck” McConnell
December 23, 1945 - April 26, 2025
George was born and raised in Troy, Oh., with many friends he held dear.
Following a 30+ year career with General Mills, he enjoyed his retirement traveling, riding motorcycles, playing golf and driving a school bus for 10 years with Douglas County Transportation in Castle Rock, Co. He leaves behind his wife Sandy, children Alex
George’s legacy is one of kindness, laughter and a life well lived.
Service Friday May 30, 11:00am at 407 Jerry St, Castle Rock,Co.
and Megan, whom he shared with his former wife Lucia McConnell, sisters Molli McConnell (and Dennis Duggan) and Karen (and Tom) Brownell.
The Castle Rock community celebrated a special birthday for one of its residents in April — Evelyn Berkey turned 105.
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Evelyn Berkey of Castle Rock turned 105 in April.
BELOW: The Columbine Library is part of the Je erson County Library system.
ROAD TRIP
Bemis Public Library
6014 S. Datura St., Littleton, CO 80120
Nestled in a sleepy grove across from the Littleton Historical Museum, Bemis Public Library is one of the few independent libraries in the metro area, meaning it is not part of any library system.
Instead, the library was built by the City of LIttleton in 1965 and is the namesake for former Littleton Independent Publisher Edwin A. Bemis.
Now, the library — which is walking distance from Downtown Littleton — sports a large kid’s section that sometimes hosts storytimes, as well as a teen area that is separated from the rest of the library.
Bemis Public LIbrary is also home to resources for
groups the library welcomes through its doors. e library also eliminated overdue fees in 2023 as an e ort to become more equitable to patrons.
Koelbel Library, Arapahoe Libraries
5955 S. Holly St., Centennial, CO 80121
Arapahoe Libraries comprises eight community libraries, a jail library and a bookmobile, all of which provide valuable resources to their patrons.
Oliver Sanidas, the executive director of Arapahoe Libraries, said that Koelbel Library in particular offers unique programming thanks to its cafe, meeting spaces, 39-seat theater, outdoor space and public art installations.
“We want to provide a place and services that help meet not only the information needs of our patrons, but also the social needs,” Sanidas said. “ e library provides a place for people to connect with others who
share their interests and passions. We do this through events and programs, and by providing spaces for patrons to meet, work and enjoy fun activities.”
Sanidas said that meetings rooms are used for birthday parties, business owners use the library’s cafe to meet with clients, tutors can meet with students and adults participate in book clubs and open mic nights at the library’s facilities.
“We want our library to be a community hub,” Sanie library’s cafe serves bites and sips from local vendors, and o ers a rotating series of drink speciale. e Koelbel Library Cafe is currently featuring a Purple Rain Latte, a Crimson and Clover Latte and a Strawberry Fields Lemonade.
Anythink Wright Farms, Anythink Libraries
5877 E. 120th Ave., ornton, CO 80602
Anythink Libraries branches o er all of the usual trappings of a library with a fun added twist: TryIts, a program wherein a patron can check out a kite, tarot deck, toy, musical instrument, games and more. e program is o ered throughout the Anythink system. e library system’s agship branch, located at Wright Farms, features a digital lab featuring video, audio and design software that allows teens to work on their digital editing skills and push their creativity. e agship branch also contains a one-acre park adjacent to the li-
Castle Rock Public Library, Douglas County Libraries
100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104
e new Phillip and Jerry Miller Library in Castle Rock was built in 2023 and was constructed with an emphasis on creating space for working adults, families and Douglas County history.
“ e Castle Rock location features two outdoor Aloha Plazas East and West, an interactive children’s play space called e Ranch, sponsored by Castle Rock Rotary Club, and DCL’s Archives & Local History, its collections and the Sjostrom History Lounge reading room,” said Melissa Anciaux, the sta writer for Douglas County Libraries.
e branch replaced the old Phillip S. Miller Library that stood at the same location.
Douglas County Libraries also partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which o ers books to children up to 5 years old that the youngsters are able to keep.
RIGHT : The Koelbel Library in Arapahoe County.
LEFT: The Castle Rock Library in Douglas County was built in 2023.
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Art gives voice to people who need to heal
Woman leads e ort for AdventHealth Parker hospital’s art cart
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Like many children at the age of four, Marie Williams enjoyed drawing. As decades began to pass by, her interest in art never faded and her desire to help others grew.
Williams attended the University of Colorado Boulder in 2013 to pursue an art degree.
“It was during that time that I realized that art could give a voice to people that needed to heal,” said Williams.
Carrying that sentiment with her for more than a decade, Williams is now helping expand the Healing Arts program at AdventHealth Parker hospital with her very own Moxie Art Cart to help give patients, visitors and sta a creative outlet for their emotions.
“ e Moxie Art Cart is supposed to bring energy, life and excitement in a situation that is overwhelming,” Williams said.
‘Take it one day at a time’
Before Williams was a volunteer at the hospital, she was a patient.
She was admitted to the hospital on Sept. 1, 2023, to have surgery after being diagnosed with diverticulosis and diverticulitis.
Diverticulosis is a condition in which small pouches push through the weak spots in the wall of the colon, and diverticulitis develops when the pouches — also known as diverticula — become in amed. is can lead to chronic pain and bleeding.
According to the National Institutes of Health, about 30% of adults between the ages of 50 and 59 have diverticulosis and less than 5% of people with diverticulosis develop diverticulitis. However, the chances of developing the condition increases with age.
Williams’ surgery went well, but her body wasn’t healing properly and she began to have life-threatening complications.
“I actually don’t remember 12
days,” said Williams. “I remember kissing my husband before I went in (for surgery) and I knew that I was really afraid, but I don’t remember anything until I woke up in the ICU.”
Her husband told her she was coherent coming out of the initial surgery, however was struggling to come out of an additional surgery that “washed out” a leak that had occurred and went into septic shock.
She was intubated and went through dialysis for several days in the ICU.
Williams was released from the ICU on Sept. 15, her birthday. She can vividly remember nurses dancing around and singing “Happy Birthday” to her, and receiving a birthday cake from her surgeon.
“I’m alive,” said Willaims. “It’s the best birthday ever.”
But over several weeks, Williams had a myriad of compilations. She had developed anemia, blood clots, pockets of uid, pneumonia, had to have an ostomy bag, blood transfusions and six surgeries.
“You just take it one day at a time and listen to what they say, advocate for yourself and work with them (doctors and nurses),” Williams said.
The thought behind the art cart
During her 64-day stay at the hospital, Williams remembers how the hospital’s Healing Arts program helped her through her recovery.
e program features certi ed therapeutic music practitioners who provide music throughout the hospital.
e rst time the musicians knocked on her door, Williams
larly rough day, but her mindset had changed after the musicians played for about a half an hour.
“It was wonderful,” said Williams. “Not only did I get to hear the song that was played at my husband and I’s wedding, we got to listen to other pieces.”
roughout her stay, Williams noticed that the days the musicians came to play, she was more willing to do activities like physical therapy. Once she got out of the hospital, Williams felt a strong drive to give back to the nurses at the hospital.
“All I wanted to do was support them and give back all that they had given me,” said Williams.
“With all of my history and all of my knowledge, I decided that I was going to kind of beat down the door on Parker hospital and say, ‘I want to do this.’”
After attending the University of Colorado Boulder, Williams attended the University of Houston where she was enamored with an art and health class. With that experience, Williams wanted to bring art therapy to hospital patients.
On March 17, Willaims launched her Moxie Art Cart at AdventHealth Parker hospital in which patients can request the cart to make personal work for themselves or others.
“It doesn’t matter if they say yes or no, it’s the fact that they got to choose whether or not they wanted to do something,” said Williams. “In a situation where you are having to make decisions in hard places — which feels more like you just have to do what they’re telling you … this activity gives a sense of control.”
e cart is not just for patients. It’s also for visitors, nurses and hospital sta — anyone who needs to take a break from reality and create art.
Although art carts are popular at hospitals across the country, Williams said that it’s just a starting point to help the art program at Parker’s hospital grow. She would love to eventually have volunteers come in and help with the carts so more people can have the experience. Williams would also like to create a room where people can go in to unwind and spend time working on art, and take patients outside to guide them on how to take professional photos.
“Not only do I understand what a visitor or a patient is going through, but to see what (nurses, doctors and sta ) are going through and supporting them is a big part of what I want to do,” Williams said.
Explore her art at mwilliamsart.com/.
Marie Williams stands with her Moxie Art Cart at AdventHealth Parker hospital, ready to help patients, a few years after her life was saved at the hospital. COURTESY OF ADVENTHEALTH PARKER
A piece of artwork created with the art cart, a new element of AdventHealth Parker hospital’s Arts Healing program. COURTESY OF MARIE WILLIAMS
Interactive map shows Dougco road projects
BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Every year, construction and maintenance crews repair sidewalks, restore pavement and refresh pavement markings on roads across Douglas County.
In addition to neighborhood repairs, there are other spring and summer roadway projects taking place, which is why Douglas County has launched a new interactive map.
e map aims to help residents identify potential impacts to their commutes and help keep work zones safe.
According to the National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse, at a national level, there were more than 800 fatal crashes in work zones in 2022, which is the latest data available. e data estimates that there were 10 work zone fatalities in Colorado in 2022.
Colorado added 48,600 new businesses in Q1, but lost about 17,000
BY TAMARA CHUANG
THE COLORADO SUN
A high number of new business lings in Colorado in the rst quarter this year helped put the state back on a normal growth rate post pandemic, according to the latest data shared by the Secretary of State’s O ce on May 5.
More than 48,600 businesses started up during the quarter, up 19% from the December quarter. at was the highest quarterly number since second quarter 2023, when the state o ered a ling fee discount to reinvigorate small business post COVID. But the gain was probably more about seasonality than anything else, said Brian Lewandowski, executive director of University of Colorado’s Business Research
e Colorado Department of Transportation states that there were 23 crashes, resulting in 31 fatalities in Colorado in 2024,
Business filings tell story of
uncertainty
which was an increase from 16 fatalities in 2023.
To help prevent these crashes and fatalities, Douglas County’s new map indicates current county projects with an orange circle and current special events — such as the Highlands Ranch Mother’s Day 5K — with a blue circle.
Upcoming county projects and special events are represented by squares in the coordinating orange and blue colors. By clicking on the circle or square, there is a description of the project, where it is taking place, when it is expected to be complete, who the company working on the project is and contact information for the special event program managers. e interactive map can be found at tinyurl.com/Dougcoconstruction-map.
Division at the Leeds School of Business, which works with the Secretary of State to produce the quarterly report.
“It’s a seasonal pattern,” Lewan-
dowski said. “In fact, when I look back over time from 2005 and onward, it’s even a little bit lower than the average increase (of) 23% or 24%. e point is, this is
the usual increase.”
Richard Wobbekind, a senior economist at Leeds who works with Lewandowski, called the uptick “encouraging, especially
in light of the current uncertain economic environment.”
On the other hand, the number of companies that led to dissolve their business also increased, to 16,929, just barely up 0.7% from a year ago. But the number of companies in good standing continued to grow, up 1.1% from a year ago to 973,615 at the end of March.
Whether folks are starting a new business because of a lost job or the uncertainty they feel about the economy, other economic indicators seem to have Colorado holding steady with no large increases or declines. Job growth continues, though the 2,300 jobs gained in March from a year ago was a mere 0.1% growth. Colorado’s unemployment rate of 4.8% in March was higher than the nation’s 4.2% in April. e state still has a high level of adults who work, ranking sixthhighest nationwide for its labor force participation rate, at 67.8%.
A screenshot of the Douglas County interactive roadway project map, indicating where current and upcoming county projects and special events will be located. COURTESY OF DOUGLAS COUNTY
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OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o l o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on
Wednesday, 07/09/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law.
https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/15/2025
Last Publication: 6/12/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 03/12/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado
By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553 Carly Imbrogno #59553
BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP
1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000010360659
LOT 310, MERIDIAN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CENTER FILING NO. 7C, 2ND AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 1 11109 SWEET CICELY DRIVE, PARKER, CO 80134.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/09/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law.
https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/15/2025
Last Publication: 6/12/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 03/12/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553 Carly Imbrogno #59553
BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP
1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000010384691
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
First Publication: 5/15/2025 Last Publication: 6/12/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250022
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On February 20, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
James P. Frunzi
O al a s MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION
Date of Deed of Trust March 08, 2023
County of Recording Douglas Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 09, 2023
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2023009693
Original Principal Amount
$579,313.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$571,939.60
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower's failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 10-A, BLOCK 27, THE MEADOWS FILING NO. 20, PHASE 2, AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
APN#: 2351-334-24-025
Purported common address: 2792 Low Meadow Blvd, Castle Rock, CO 80109.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 02/20/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
N. APRIL WINECKI #34861
JANEWAY LAW FIRM, PC 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, SUITE 320, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112 (720) 590-4141
Attorney File # 25-034026
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250031
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On February 20, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s)
JERRY B. WHITE AND SHAWN K. WHITE O al a s LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES
2007-SHL1
Date of Deed of Trust May 22, 2002
County of Recording
Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust June 20, 2002
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)
02059768
Original Principal Amount
$379,500.00
Outstanding Principal Balance
$358,396.73
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 22, BLOCK 5, CASTLE PINES NORTH FILING NO. 21, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO
Purported common address: 590 IAN COURT, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as
provided by law.
https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication:
Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 02/20/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553
Carly Imbrogno #59553
BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711
Attorney File # 00000008782708
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On March 3, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) Ila J Hudak O al a s MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION
SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Date of Deed of Trust
August 26, 2022
County of Recording Douglas Recording Date of Deed of Trust September 07, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022059553
Original Principal Amount
$1,062,000.00
Outstanding Principal Balance $320,743.45
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are b o a o a s o of trust have been violated as follows: This is a Home Equity Conversion Deed of Trust or other Reverse Mortgage. Borrower has died and the property is not the principal residence of any surviving Borrower, resulting in the loan being due and payable.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 17, BLOCK 4, CLARKE FARMS
SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
TAX PARCEL ID NO.: 223316306003
Purported common address: 17036 Lamar Drive, Parker, CO 80134.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o l o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law.
https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 03/03/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
David R. Doughty #40042
Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File # 25-034132
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On March 3, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) Elysee Ilunga O al
January 10, 2003
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2003004574 Original Principal Amount
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are b o a o a s o of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 75, BLOCK 2, TOWN AND COUNTRY VILLAGE SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 10749 Foxwood Ct, Parker, CO 80138.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as o o l o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 03/03/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Ilene Dell'Acqua #31755
MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP
7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122
Purported common address: 4221 Timber Hollow Loop, Castle Rock, CO 80109.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o l o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE
PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 03/03/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
Alison L Berry #34531 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990
Attorney File
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower's failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
LOT 63A, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 121-B, 2ND AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
APN#: 222909105169
Purported common address: 9440 CARLYLE PARK PLACE, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129.
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 02/20/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
David R. Doughty #40042 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990 Attorney File # 24-032278
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
Legal Notice NO. 250029 First Publication: 5/1/2025 Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250026
To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:
On February 20, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.
Original Grantor(s) Vijaya Chandra Limma and Sakuntala Bodanayak O al a s U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt
U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Date of Deed of Trust
November 04, 2022
County of Recording Douglas
Recording Date of Deed of Trust November 28, 2022
Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022074195 Original Principal Amount
$70,091.00
$67,600.00
Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay the principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and/or other violations of the terms thereof.
THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.
ALL THE REAL PROPERTY, TOGETHER WITH ANY IMPROVEMENTS
SHOE RIDGE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.
Purported common address: 12163 Skywalk St, Parker, CO 80134. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.
NOTICE OF SALE
The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described as l o o o amand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.
THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 06/25/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)' heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys' fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to as a a o as all as provided by law.
https://liveauctions.govease.com/
First Publication: 5/1/2025
Last Publication: 5/29/2025
Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press
IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE
PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED;
DATE: 02/20/2025
David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez
The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:
ARICYN J. DALL #51467 RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 216 16TH STREET, SUITE 1210, DENVER, CO 80202 (720) 259-6711
Attorney File # 24CO00619-2
The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.
A Bill for an Ordinance Zealously Asserting the Town of Parker’s Home Rule Authority to Regulate Accessory Dwelling Units, which Authority Supersedes and Preempts House Bill 24-1152
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on May 5, 2025.
The full text of the ordinance is available for bl s o a a s o o of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC. Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. DC 1298
First Publication: May 15, 2025 Last Publication: May 15, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
A public hearing will be held on June 2, 2025 at 6:00PM, before the Douglas County Planning Commission and on June 10, 2025 at 2:30PM, before the Board of County Commissioners in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO, for a proposed amendment to the Douglas County Zoning Resolution. A zone map change is proposed for approximately 17.87 acres from Agricultural One (A-1) to Open Space and Conservation (OS). The property is on the east side of Furrow Road , approximately 1,650 feet south of its intersection with Lorraine Road. For more information call Douglas County Planning, 303-660-7460.
File Name and Number: Cross Mountain DR2025-001
Legal Notice No. DC 1308
First Publication: May 15, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 9.386
A Bill for an Ordinance to Approve the Trust Agreement for Colorado Peace Offi ers enefit r st Con erning Cardia Screenings and Other Recommended Testing
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on May 5, 2025.
The full text of the ordinance is available for bl s o a a s o o of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. DC 1300
First Publication: May 15, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
A public hearing will be held on June 2, 2025 at 6:00PM, before the Douglas County Planning Commission and on June 10, 2025 at 2:30PM, before the Board of County Commissioners in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO, for a proposed amendment to the Douglas County Zoning Resolution. A zone map change is proposed for a Tract F and Tract G of Happy Canyon Filing 4 from Estate Residential (ER) to Open Space and Conservation (OS). Tract F is located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Mesa Drive and Mesa Ridge Lane. Tract G is located south of Pawnee Trail, approximately 1350 feet west of its intersection with Mesa Drive. For more information call Douglas County Planning, 303-660-7460.
File Name and Number: Happy Canyon Filing 4, Tracts F and G DR2024-005
Legal Notice No. DC 1309
First Publication: May 15, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 1.645
A Bill for an Ordinance Zealously Asserting the Town of Parker’s Home Rule Authority to Determine Residential Occupancy Limits for Single Dwellings Constructed in the Town, which Authority Supersedes and Preempts House Bill 24-1007
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on May 5, 2025.
The full text of the ordinance is available for bl s o a a s o o of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. DC 1299
First Publication: May 15, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
A public hearing will be held before the Douglas County Planning Commission on June 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM, and before the Board of County Commissioners on June 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM in the Commissioners' Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO for a proposed amendment to the Douglas County Zoning Resolution. A zone map change to shift the Light Industrial (LI) and Agricultural One (A-1) zone boundaries within a split-zoned parcel at 2096 S. Interstate 25 is proposed.
The subject property is located approximately 2,000 feet south of the intersection of Crystal Valley Parkway and the Interstate 25 Frontage Road. For more information call Douglas County Planning, 303-660-7460.
File Name and Number: 2096 S. Interstate 25 DR2025-002
Legal Notice No. DC 1306
First Publication: May 15, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
ORDINANCE NO. 9.299.2
A Bill for An Ordinance to Approve the Addendum to the First Amended and Restated Intergovernmental Agreement Between Douglas County School District RE-1 and the Town of Parker Regarding the Sharing o Costs or ro iding oli e fi ers to t as hool eso r e fi ers s
The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on May 5, 2025.
The full text of the ordinance is available for bl s o a a s o o of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado.
Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk
Legal Notice No. DC 1301
First Publication: May 15, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Metro Districts Budget Hearings
Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING BUDGET AMENDMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all
Hospital, 7700 South Broadway, Littleton, Colorado, on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector
Contractor: Velocity Constructors Inc. 2107 W. College Ave Englewood, CO 80110
Notice is hereby given that The Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractor on May 16, 2025, provided no claims are received. so o m a b s a a s o a o m s l a o o with Erin Evans, Project Manager, Town of Castle Rock, 175 Kellogg Court, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109, on or before May 15, 2025.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Meridian o ol a s ll ma al a m a o s lo a a l o Avenue, Englewood, CO 80111, on or after May 26, 2025 to Glacier Construction Co., Inc. (Contractor) for all work done by said contractor on the Meridian Water Campus Project, all of said construction being within or near the boundaries of Douglas County, Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor materials provisions or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or their Subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done, and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the Contractor or their Subcontractor, a a m o a m o al settlement for the work contracted to be done s o l a s a m o amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to Meridian Metropolitan District at 12111 E. Belford Avenue, Englewood, CO 80112, on or before the time and date hereinabove shown. Failure on the part of any claimant o l s s a m o la m o o al s l m ll as a Metropolitan District, its Board of Directors, o s a s a m lo s o a om any and all liability for such claim.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MERIDIAN METROPOLITAN DISTRICT.
/s/ Ken Lykens, Secretary/General Manager
Legal Notice No. DC 1289
First Publication: May 8, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT TOWN OF PARKER STATE OF COLORADO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on the 29th day of May, al s l m ll b ma b Town of Parker, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Town of Parker and Goodland Construction, Inc., for the completion of Parker Road (North) Operational Improvements CIP22-006, and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Goodland Construction, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said m o s al s l m o sa a o a l a s a m o amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Town of Parker Council, c/o Director of Engineering/Public Works, 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado, 80138. a l o a o la ma o s s a m o o s al s m ll relieve said Town of Parker from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Town of Parker Council,
BY ARIANA FIGUEROA COLORADO NEWSLINE
DHS o ers $1,000 to immigrants who self-deport
WASHINGTON — e U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced May 5 that the agency will provide $1,000 in what it called “travel assistance” to people in the United States without permanent legal status if they self deport.
It’s the latest attempt by DHS to try to meet the Trump administration’s goal of removing 1 million migrants without permanent legal status from the country. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem touted the option as cost-e ective.
“If you are here illegally, self-deportation
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Lewandowski said that he feels the job growth numbers are underrepresented based on how the Bureau of Labor Statistics is analyzing the data. According to his division’s forecasts, they’re projecting meager job growth for the next two quarters in Colorado.
is the best, safest and most cost-e ective way to leave the United States to avoid arrest,” Noem said in a statement. “ is is the safest option for our law enforcement, aliens and is a 70% savings for US taxpayers.”
It’s unclear from which part of the DHS budget the funding for the travel assistance is coming, as it would roughly cost $1 billion to reimburse up to $1,000 to meet the goal of removing 1 million people.
DHS did not respond to States Newsroom’s request for comment.
President Donald Trump gave his support for the move Monday afternoon, according to White House pool reports.
“We’re going to get them a beautiful
“Some of our models even have a loss of jobs. But that’s not our baseline forecast,” he said. “ ere are scenarios where, if we enter into a recession, we actually could see some job loss. But I’m not quite there yet. I think we could see some really thin job growth later this year.” is story was printed through a news sharing agreement with e Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned nonpro t based in Denver that covers the state.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Michael David Orwig, also known as Michael D. Orwig, Michael Orwig, Mike Orwig, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030165
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to Allyn Swaney Orwig c/o Hedberg Law Firm, LLC, 5944 S. Kipling Parkway, Suite 200, Littleton, CO 80127; or to: The District Court of Douglas, County, Colorado on or before September 9, 2025 or the claims may be forever barred.
Allyn Swaney Orwig, Personal Representative c/o Hedberg Law Firm, LLC Brian Hedberg, Attorney for Allyn Swaney Orwig Personal Representative 5944 S. Kipling Parkway, Suite 200 Littleton, CO 80127
Legal Notice No. DC 1251
First Publication: May 8, 2025
Last Publication: May 22, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Colleen Anne Batt, Deceased Case Number: 25PR30150
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Douglas County District Court of the City and County of Douglas, Colorado on or before September 8, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Dated May 8, 2025 CURTIS LAW FIRM, LLC
/s/ Cory M. Curtis
Cory M. Curtis, #40549 10333 Dry Creek Rd, Suite 210 Englewood, CO 80112
Legal Notice No. DC 1290
First Publication: May 8, 2025
Last Publication: May 22, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Jason Michael Runyon, a/k/a Jason M. Runyon, a/k/a Jason Runyon, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030199
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before September 15, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
David M. Runyon
Personal Representative 19414 West 56th Place
ight back to where they came from,” the president said.
Self-deportation would be facilitated by the CBP Home app, which was used by the Biden administration to allow asylum seekers to make appointments with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. e payment would apparently not be made in advance. DHS said that once those who use the app to self deport arrive in their home country, they will receive a travel stipend of $1,000.
According to DHS, the Trump administration has deported 152,000 people since taking o ce in January. e Biden administration last year deported 195,000 people from
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3. Implementation of accountability measures ensuring policies are applied with consistent delity
4. A public discussion addressing why certain student welfare issues receive vigorous advocacy while others do not I request these as a longtime commu-
February to April, according to DHS data. DHS said already one migrant has used the program to book a ight from Chicago to Honduras.
“Additional tickets have already been booked for this week and the following week,” the agency said in a statement. e Trump administration has rolled out several programs to facilitate mass selfdeportations, such as a registry to require immigrants in the country without legal authorization to register with the federal government.
Immigrants who don’t register with the federal government could face steep nes and a potential prison sentence.
nity member who has invested a quarter century in this district — both as a taxpayer, an advocate, and as a parent these answers are long overdue.
More importantly, all students deserve a school board whose actions consistently align with their stated values.
I look forward to a substantive public discussion of these crucial questions. DCSD deserves better.
Golden, CO 80403
Legal Notice No. DC 1311
First Publication: May 15, 2025 Last Publication: May 29, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Gretchen C. Wolfe, aka Gretchen Carol Wolfe, aka Gretchen Wolfe Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030041
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before September 9, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Joseph Pinkowski Personal Representative 522 Wrangler Road Castle Rock, CO 80108
Legal Notice No. DC 1282
First Publication: May 8, 2025 Last Publication: May 22, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Patricia Ann Archibeque, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030116
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the 18th Judicial District Court, Douglas County, Colorado on or before Tuesday, September 2, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Sharon Johnson, Personal Representative PO Box 632232 Littleton, CO 80163-2232
Electronically: corvettegrandma8@gmail.com
Legal Notice No. DC 1217
First Publication: May 1, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Public Notice
Public Notice is given on May 2, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has b o las o o O
The Petition requests that the name of James Hayden Shamburger be changed to Hayden Shamburger Case Number: 25C32142
By: Clerk of Court Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. DC 1294
First Publication: May 15, 2025 Last Publication: May 29, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on March 24, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an a l as b l o las o Combined Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Ella Valentine Jordan be changed to Ella Valentine Conlon Case No.: 25C196
By: Shaine Heth
Clerk of Court Deputy Clerk
Legal Notice No. DC 1229
First Publication: May 1, 2025
Last Publication: May 15, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on April 24, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Michael Jay Quintana be changed to Michael James Gurule Case No.: 25C244
By: Judge Brian Fields
Legal Notice No. DC 1275
First Publication: May 8, 2025
Last Publication: May 22, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on April 19, 2025 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor as b l o las o Combined Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Stephen Andrew Smith be changed to Andrew Stephen Smith
Case No.: 25 C264
By: Judge Brian Fields
Legal Notice No. DC 1277
First Publication: May 8, 2025
Last Publication: May 22, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on April 19, 2025 that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor as b l o las o Combined Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Reagan Elizabeth Jensen-Mullen be changed to Reagan Elizabeth Mullen
Case No.: 25 C 279
By: Judge Brian Fields
Legal Notice No. DC 1264
First Publication: May 8, 2025
Last Publication: May 22, 2025
Publisher: Douglas County News-Press
Attorney for Department: R. LeeAnn Reigrut, #28833 Angela Bain, #50088 4400 Castleton Ct. Castle Rock, CO 80109 (303) 814-5326
Fax: (303) 479-9259
lreigrut@douglas.co.us
AND MAY ENTER JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT THEREBY ADJU DICATING YOUR CHILD AS DEPENDENT OR NEGLECTED CHILD.
You have the right to request a trial by jury at the adjudicatory stage of this petition. You also have the right to legal representation
abain@douglas.co.us CASE NUMBER: 24JV30055 DIVISION DEPENDENCY SUMMONS This Summons is initiated pursuant to Rule 2.2 of the Colorado Rules of Juvenile Procedure, Rule of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure, and Section 19-3-503, C.R.S.
