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The South Platte Valley Historical Society celebrated its annual Flag Retirement Ceremony on July 5th at the Fort Lupton Fort. The Boys Scouts from Firestone troops 63-B and 73-G, and also Longmont troop 67-G traveled to Fort Lupton to participate in the retirement of flag. “The boys and girls are still separated by troops with the Boys Scouts of America (BSA), so this year we invited a couple of girls and they did great and pulled it off,” said Butch Walter Josh with the Wapiti District Greater Wyoming-Longs Peak Council, BSA.

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The retirement ceremony When a flag becomes, torn, worn, and soiled it’s replaced with a new flag. The old flag is retired with dignity and respect as the Americas flag to honor its courage and strength. When retiring a flag, there are two methods of burial or flame that are dignified, according to BSA. The United States law code title 36, section 176, allows the retirement of a flag and it reads; The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” The Boy Scouts troops folded the flag it’s a customary triangle with their traditional scripts processes then it’s placed into the flames for its respectful burial. The Boy Scouts of America publication called “Our Flag” states; “When the national flag is worn beyond repair, burn it thoroughly

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Westminster eight grader wins ‘I Voted’ design sticker contest BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

For the Fernandez family of Westminster, coming up with designs that symbolize voting runs in the family. Jade Fernandez, a Silver Hills Middle Schooler, designed the winning Adams County Clerks and Recorder “I Voted” sticker, featuring the Adams County logo, a bald eagle, and a flag that will be used in the 2021 and 2022 elections, according to a Weld County press release. Fernandez comes from a family of artists. Her sister Lana won the 2019 sticker contest that was used in the 2020 general election. “One of the first things I think of when it comes to America is the national bird, the bald eagle, and the flag. The colors of those elements contrast and complement each

other nicely, especially the hues of blood-red in the stripes of the flag which represent the sacrifices of the country’s founders and forefathers,” Jade said. The Adams County Clerks and Recorders office held an “I Voted” design sticker contest. Three submissions were received with a final vote by Adams County residents, employees and Fernandez was selected as the winner. “We are fortunate to have talented and creative youth in Adams County,” says Josh Zygielbaum, Adams County Clerk & Recorder. “Our residents love seeing the unique sticker designs in each election, and we plan to continue hosting the sticker design contests.” This year Fernandez completed eighth grade at Silver Hills Middle School and this fall she will be enrolled at Peak to Peak Charter

The winning “I Voted” design sticker that Jade Fernandez created that will be used in COURTESY OF ADAMS COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDS OFFICE the 2021 and 2022 elections.

School. She won the grand prize of a social media shout-out, a $200 gift card and residents that vote in the 2021 and 2022 elections will be wearing her design sticker. In the new Spanish “I Voted”

category no designs were received but later this year another contest will be held for students and adults to enter. Also, if numerous designs are received they will be used for the 2022 elections.

Plans for afforable housing in Brighton About 160 units going up BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

An affordable housing project that calls for 160 units of new housing is in the works for Brighton, in collaboration with Adams Points Redevelopment Project and the Brighton Housing Authority. The property is on vacant land at 19th Avenue and Bridge Street that Adams County-owned, according to the press release by Adams County and Brighton Housing Authority.

“As someone who has struggled with housing in my past, it’s incredibly important to me to expand the affordable housing options in Adams County,” said Eva J. Henry, chairperson of the Adams County Board of commissioners. “This partnership with Brighton Housing Authority is a win-win for all involved, especially those residents in need of quality and affordable housing.” There are several affordable housing properties in Brighton that are managed or owned by BHA or with a partnership. “The affordable housing proj-

ect mentioned in the recent press release is in the early stages of feasibility. The number and type of units may vary based on the demand and project scope, which is not fully determined,” said Debra Bristol, chief of staff with the Brighton Housing Authority. The first phase is the feasibility plan the Brighton Housing Authority wants to use to finance the project with low-income housing tax credits. Plus, there an agreement that into effect with the county with the help of the Adams County manager’s office, the facilities & fleet management

department and the county’s attorney’s office. “This is just one of the many ways our employees are working to make a difference in the lives of our residents,” said County Manager Raymond H. Gonzales. “We will continue to include the availability of affordable housing among our top priorities.” PAID ADVERTISEMENT

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Brighton City Council hosts its annual city barbecue from 5:30 to 8 p.m. July 22, at Carmichael Park, 650 E. Southern St. Part of the event includes the week’s Flix and Kicks series, featuring the 6 Million Dollar Band, featuring 1980s dance hits. Residents can meet council members, share questions and concerns and learn about new and ongoing projects. Residents should bring picnic blankets, lawn chairs, sunscreen, bug repellent and drinking water. Young entrepreneurs Also, some of Brighton’s youngest entrepreneurs will be selling their goods at the annual barbecue. That’s the first time in the history of the event that something like that has happened. The budding businessmen and women of Brighton are part of the Growing Grads new Young Entrepreneur Program, which teaches young entrepreneurs the different aspects of building and growing a business according to a city

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NEWS BRIEFS Anthem-less Fourth of July Those who attended the Fourth of July observance at Carmichael Park did not hear the national anthem this year. A Facebook post from the city of Brighton and City Manager Jane Bais DiSessa said it was “due to a change in programming. This change resulted in the national anthem not being played prior to the fireworks display,” the post said. “We understand the concerns regarding this change and appreciate all of the feedback we have received,” the post said. “Please accept our sincere apology for this program change. Be assured the national anthem will be played at future Fourth of July festivals.” One Warrior stays A new law that outlaws Native American mascots, such as Warriors, in the state’s high schools apparently won’t impact Eagle Ridge Academy’s Warriors. “My understanding is that the law is in reference to Native American mascots,” said ERA’s head of school Scott Richardson. “While ours is Warriors, it’s in reference to Greek Warriors. Our symbol is actually a Spartan soldier.” Frederick High School will have to change its mascot, as will six other schools with Warrior mascots in the state. 27J Schools spokesperson Janelle Asmus said ERA can set its own policies, board members, leadership teams and protocols because it is a charter school. Flicks and Kicks

Brighton’s outdoor movie/concert program, Flix and Kicks, returns this summer at Carmichael Park, 650 E. Southern St. This year’s lineup includes: * Thursday, July 15 .. “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” * Thursday, July 22 .. 6 Million Dollar Band (‘80s dance band), 6 p.m. (in collaboration with the annual city barbecue); * Thursday, July 29. “The Goonies” * Thursday, Aug. 5 .. Chicano Heat (Tejano band), 7 p.m. * Thursday, Aug. 12 .. “Aladdin” (1992 version) . * Thursday, Aug. 19 .. Derek Hall & the Possibilities, 7 p.m.; and * Thursday, Aug. 26 .. “Wonder Woman” Movies begin at dusk. Admission is free; seating is first-come, firstserved.

Memory” display (part of “The Wall That Heals” program coming to Brighton over Labor Day weekend) is July 31. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s In Memory program honors those who returned from the war and later died. The wall will be in Carmichael Park, 650 E. Southern St.,and open 24 hours a day. It’s free. The city put out a call for volunteers to serve as ambassadors for the event. Those interested should sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4ca4ad2fa7fcc70city.. The city also needs between 150 and 200 volunteers to help with setting up the wall when it arrives in Brighton, plus greeting visitors. Sign up here: https:// www.brightonco.gov/CivicAlerts. aspx?AID=1679 To apply online, visit www.VVMF. org/In-Memory-Program.

PVHS theatre Bootcamp Prairie View high School will present a theatre bootcamp Tuesday and Wednesday, Juily 20 and 21, and from Tuesday through Friday, July 27 through July 30, in the school auditorium, 12909 E. 120th Ave. It’s a chance for students in sixth through 12th grades to take workshops focusing on such theatrical aspects as dancing, movement, musical theatre and technical theatre. The cost is $10 per day or $40 per week per student. Email ebarber@ sd27j.net.

City campout Families that want to experience the outdoors can come Saturday, Aug. 7, starting at 2 p.m.. Brighton Park (555 N. 11th Ave,) will be the scene. The agenda includes an afternoon of outdoor/nature-themed vendors and activities, a movie under the stars, s’mores by the campfire and settling down in the tents for the night (loaner tents are available). The fee is $10 per family. Call Valerie Rodriguez at 303-655-2221 or email vrodriguez@brightonco.gov.

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ances (not freezers or refrigerators), bicycles, cut-up carpet and doors. Small items have to be in containers. Total weight has to be relative to the type of container. Present a city of Brighton water bill or something that indicates your place of residence. A suggested donation of $10 will be accepted to help defray the cost. Car and light pick-up tires will be accepted for $7 each. Oversized tires are $10 each, and semi-tractor trailer tires cost $20. ECO event Brighton’s electronic disposal and shredding event is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at City Hall, 500 S. Fourth Ave. Acceptable items include game consoles, electrical equipment and cords, keyboards, computer towers, laptops and cell phones. Image Summit Brighton’s Image Summit, a twoday conference for youngsters 10 to 19 years of age, is set for Oct. 27. It’s a chance for youngsters to biuld their confidence, gain leadership skills and to feel as though they can use their voice to influence communities and policyi governance. Visit www.brightonimagesummit. org. 50/50 sidewalk, curb, gutter program The city of Brighton offered a new online form for its 50/50 Sidewalk, Curb and Gutter program. It helps reduce the financial cost of replace-

ment and maintenance. The website is brightonco. gov/5050. Residents can apply for the program, including what’s needed for the repairs and photo uploads. The program began in 2004. To date, the city said it’s spent almost $50,000 to help out homeowners. Questions? Call 303-655-2117 or visit brightonco.gov/5050program. ‘Hearts in the Arts’ rental assistance program begins The Brighton Urban Renewal Authority began the Brighton Hearts in the Arts rental assistance program. It’s designed to help local artists who occupy physical space in the downtown urban renewal area with rent costs. It’s open to arts-focused nonprofits, according to a statement, plus for-profit art galleries and art studios. Some of the ‘Need-to-meet” criteria include a 501(c)(3) designation and to be sure that the function and mission of the facility is to exhibit, create, present and/or sell artwork in several forms of media. Artists can apply for grants that will cover up to half of their annual or monthly lease but no more than $15,000 per year. Visit brightonura. org/176/Brighton-Hearts-the-Arts. Call 303-655-2150 or email aherrera@ brightonedc.org. Meet the mayor Brighton Mayor Greg Mills wants to meet the public during new, one-on-one meetings. It’s a chance to learn about current projects, new developments and share issues. Meetings are the third Friday of every month in 15-minute slots, starting at 10:30 a.m. Reserve a time slot at https://www.signupgenius.

com/go/10c0d4caaa62fabf9c34-meet. Indicate whether you want to meet in person at City Hall, 500 S. Fourth Ave., or virtually. Call 303-655-2042. Senior meals Eagle View Adult Center and Volunteers of America are offering a box of five frozen meals delivered to your home. You must be 60 or older and be a resident of Brighton. The suggested contribution for the meals is $2.50 meal / $12.50 per box, although the ability to pay is not the deciding factor if you are eligible. Boxes are delivered Thursdays. Call 303-655-2075 and leave your name and phone number. COVID-19 vaccines The Salud clinic in Fort Lupton, 1115 Second St., is offering COVID-19 vaccinations to those 70 years of age and older, healthcare workers and workers in the state’s 1b category. You don’t need to be a patient Register at saludclinic.org. Eagle Express rides Barr Lake State Park will offer virtual rides aboard the Eagle Express. Join Ranger Michelle and her friends as they read a story about our natural world that is sure to entertain your preschooler while teaching them about plants, animals and our planet. Call 303-659-6005. Storytime Barr Lake State Park’s storytime program goes virtual this year. Rangers will read stories about the natural world. Call 303-659-6005 with questions. Legal self-help clinic The Access to Justice Committee

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Five seats on Fort Lupton City Council – including that of the mayor – are on the November ballot. Elections are scheduled for the seats held by Shannon Rhoda (Ward 1), Tommy Holton (Ward 2), Michael Sanchez (Ward 3) and Bruce Fitzgerald (Ward 3). Fitzgerald was appointed to a two-year term in 2020, which expires this year. “The candidate who gets the highest number of votes in Ward 3 will be given the four-year term,” said City Clerk Mari Pena. “The candidate with the second-highest votes in Ward 3 will be given the

two-year term.” City elections are nonpartisan and are every two years. Qualified electors are eligible if they have lived in the city for at least 12 consecutive months before the election. The city clerk’s office provided this list of guidelines to vote in this year’s election. To register you must: Be a United States citizen; Be a resident of Colorado for 22 days or more; and Complete the fields marked “required” on the application, including a complete address with apartment or unit number. Online voter registration is available, too. Those with a state driver’s

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Register in person at the Weld County election office, 1400 N. 17th Ave., Greeley, or any designated voter service and polling location up to and including Election Day. Those interested in running for council can attend an informational meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3, at City Hall, 130 S. McKinley Ave. Questions? Contact City Clerk Mari Peña at 720-466-6101. More details? Visit https://fortluptonco.gov/181/Election-Information.

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