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Beloved former high school to be razed Commerce City structure has seen much abuse in years since closing BY YESENIA ROBLES CHALKBEAT COLORADO

Shayden Conquering Bear, left, is half Lakota Indian on his mom’s side and Chumash Indian on his dad’s side. He dances Northern traditional. Clement Janis, right, is a painter of all the Indian art behind him. He grew up on the Crow reservation in South Dakota. PHOTO BY BELEN WARD See more photos on page 8.

Littleton cop shooter suspect arrested BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Brighton police and Adams County sheriff’s deputies arrested a suspect wanted in connection with the shooting of two Littleton police officers earlier this week. Details on the arrest were not immediately clear. Valles Rigoberto “Rigo” Dominguez Valles Dominguez was taken into custody around 10:40 p.m. There were no injuries to officers or the suspect, accord-

ing to a police department tweet. The incident started around 3:45 p.m. in the area of 27th Avenue and Bromley Lane, just east of Observatory Park During a mid-evening briefing, Brighton Police Department Deputy Chief Matt Domenico said police received a tip that Dominguez was in a home in the 1100 block of South 27th Avenue. Domenico wasn’t at liberty to say how police learned that Dominguez was in the area. Dominguez was wanted in connection with the shooting of two Littleton police officers early Tuesday morning at an apartment building on West Powers

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Avenue. One of those officers, David Snook, sustained wounds to his arm, leg and torso, according to Littleton police. As of Sept. 24, Snook was in stable condition but still in intensive care. A police corporal also sustained wounds. The situation in Brighton forced a closure of 27th Avenue between Eagle Boulevard and Bromley Lane. The Adams County bomb squad was on the scene. A fund has been set up to support Officer Snook and his family during his recovery. Donations may be made to the Rocky Mountain Federal Credit Union in David Snook’s name.

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Heartbroken but worried about potentially fatal hazards, the Adams 14 school board has made way for the demolition of a beloved former school building that has endured a fire, squatters, and likely a meth lab. Continuing safety threats are so severe that demolishing the old Adams City High School is the best choice, an insurance representative told the board last week. The decision was difficult for members of the board and public who had hoped to realize previous plans to renovate the campus for usable public space. “It’s unfortunate the district in the past hasn’t taken care of these buildings to let them get to this kind of disrepair,” board President Ramona Lewis said. The former high school has been empty since 2009 when the district moved high school students to a new building off of Quebec Parkway. The insurance representative told the school board of vandalism and break-ins over the last 12 years. People who have broken in have destroyed at least 15 pianos and other school furniture left in the building. This summer, a fire damaged the roof of the building where people were known to break in and have parties. The structure is so unstable that it poses a risk to anyone walking in, officials have determined. Even the insurance representative SEE SCHOOL, P9

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Oil & gas firm slapped with Colo.’s 2nd-largest state fine ever KP Kauffman has wells in Weld, Adams, Arapahoe counties BY MARK JAFFE THE COLORADO SUN

After concluding that oil and gas operator KP Kauffman Co. had engaged in “a pattern of violations,” fines for the company were boosted to $2 million, the second-largest penalty ever issued by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. In August, the commission levied a $1.8 million fine on the Denverbased company, known as KPK, for 22 violations at seven sites, but at a recent hearing the COGCC staff argued that the company’s failures were not isolated incidents and that an “aggravating” multiplier should be applied. The largest fine, $18.25 million, was issued in 2020 to Occidental Petroleum Corp., the state’s largest operator, for a 2017 house explosion in Firestone that killed two people. Jeremy Ferrin, the commission’s enforcement supervisor, said KPK was “a poster child” for the use of additional enforcement tools such as the multiplier or suspension of operating certificates. “This is a situation where we need to do something.” The five members of the commission unanimously agreed, boosting the fine Sept. 21. “There was persistent disregard for the commission’s authority on multiple occasions,” Commissioner Priya Nanjappa said. “There was a pattern of violations.” Commissioner John Messner said he “found many of the facts around this hearing to be very disturbing … there were systematic deficiencies.” KPK operates low-producing oil and gas wells on the Front Range, wells mainly acquired from other companies. According to DrillingEdge, KPK has 1,250 wells in Weld County, 125 in Adams County, 53 in Arapahoe County and seven in Elbert County, among others. It has a field office in Fort Lupton. The majority of the wells produce the equivalent of less than a barrel of oil a day, and only five of the company’s wells produce more than 10 barrels a day, according to an analysis by the League of Oil and Gas Impacted Coloradans, or LOGIC, a nonprofit community group. Some of the violations centered on

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flow lines, which carry oil, gas and water to collection tanks and have been a source of leaks and spills, according to COGCC inspections. One of the violations was for trucking contaminated soil away from a well site and spreading it on a field behind a company office without a permit. The notice of alleged violations, referred to in testimony as NOAVs, for the seven sites followed an order in April to shut 87 wells and clean up 29 sites for violations that included fouling farm fields and covering a road with oily waste. Those earlier infractions were not part of the case before the commission this week. In commission testimony over Zoom, Kevin P. Kauffman, 65, KPK’s founder and CEO, said that the collapse of oil prices and the pandemic had hobbled the company’s ability to operate and deal with compliance issues. “We have not performed as well as we might have under these difficult situations,” Kaufman said. He also conceded that relations between KPK and the commission staff have deteriorated. “I am truly sorry.” “We are committed to improving,” Kauffman said. “I hope you will give me a chance to show what an excel-

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Thirty-five years of tradition La Estrellita plans to expand BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It was in the 1950s when La Estrellita Mexican Restaurant first opened its doors serving up Mexican food specialties to Mexican nationals for more than 12 years in Fort Lupton at Harrison Avenue and Ninth Street. Today, the third generation has continued its tradition of serving specialty dishes. “My grandpa, Salome Montoya, and grandma Stella came from New Mexico. My grandpa bought a building on the corner of Harrison and Ninth. It’s the building with the large eagle painted on the side. He did not know what to do with it. Without any experience in the restaurant industry, he decided to open a restaurant,” said Gina Von Ah owner of La Estrellita. When Montoya opened the restaurant, he found a lady from Mexico to teach his wife, Stella, how to cook. She helped her and was hired. “The lady did not have a car, so they would have to pick her up and bring her to the restaurant to work,” said Von Ah. Years after the Fort Lupton restaurant closed, Von Ah’s dad, John Montoya, and mom Ramona reopened the restaurant in Brighton (in 1986) when she was 12. Her three brothers worked at the restaurant,

and they owned four restaurants at one point, so it was developed into a corporation. “Once I got old enough I started to work for my dad. So, we all worked the restaurants and expanded to Boulder. It was our second restaurant, and it lasted 12 years, then expanded to Westminster and also had one in Evergreen. Then little things happened, and we started shutting them down and ended with this original one here in Brighton (45 N. Main St.), which has been in existence for 35 years,” said Von Ah. Gina and her husband, Tim Von Ah, are the owners of La Estrellita Mexican restaurant and have three daughters; one may carry on the tradition when she grows up, says Von Ah. The restaurant is giving away T-shirts and frisbees for the kids. Then on Oct. 11, the 35th anniversary, they will have menu specials and serve free cake. “We wanted to celebrate because we’ve had so much support from this community and it’s been amazing.” Von Ah said. “During COVID, everyone was coming in and giving incredible tips to the waitstaff, knowing that they were not working. And it was awesome. The employees are amazing.” For the future, Von Ah said the plans are to expand somewhere. “We’re waiting because the supply chain right now -- with COVID has been a little rough. But we plan to eventually expand again,” she said.

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New mobile notary comes to town A service that will travel anywhere BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When the pandemic hit, Terry Young’s goal was to help people and make a difference for the community. The Forever Young Mobile Notary celebrated its ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Brighton Chamber of Commerce to help the communities with a mobile notary service. “The effects of pandemic I saw in himself and others. So, with my background and experience I wanted to do something to help others,” said Young. Young is a native of Seattle. He and his wife, Linda, moved to Colorado in 1995 and on to the Brighton area in 2000. He was an ethics professor with Colorado Technical University. After retirement, he volunteered for several organizations. He decided to re-invent himself and

become a notary. “Being a notary and a mobile notary seemed to make sense for me. Rather than forcing people to come out of their homes during these stay-at-home order times, I could go to them and make life a little bit easier,” Terry Young said. Mayor Greg Mills came to the ceremony to meet Young and welcome him to Brighton. “I think it’s important to have this kind of service, and a lot of folks that are in a vulnerable population right now feel like they may not be able to go out. They can choose to have this service come to them,” said Mills. Young’s plans for the future are pretty simple. “Stay busy enough and be helpful to make it a benefit for both myself and the community,” said Young. Contact Terry Young, mobile general notary public work, Apostille Agent Services and Residential & Commercial Loan Services at 720334-7733 or email terry@fyamobilenotary.com

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Colo.’s hospitals have bent, but not broken, during new COVID surge The state’s relatively high vaccination rate is one reason BY JOHN INGOLD THE COLORADO SUN

Nearly 19 months in, these are some of the toughest days for Colorado hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic. Even as the latest surge in coronavirus hospitalizations appears to have plateaued — what state epidemiologist Dr. Rachel Herlihy recently called an “unstable equilibrium” — hospitals across Colorado have still been scrambling to add criticalcare beds and some have been postponing non-emergent surgeries in order to free up space. As of Sept. 23, Colorado had a scant 148 ICU beds available statewide and 28% of hospitals were expecting to experience a staff shortage within the next week. Hospital leaders speak of staff burnout, of trouble keeping employees when lucrative gigs as traveling nurses to COVID hotspots abound. Despite the renewed — and exhausting — strain on the system, things in Colorado are nowhere near as bad as they are in other parts of the country. Amid crushing waves of delta variant-driven coronavirus infections, hospitals statewide in .

Idaho are operating under “crisis standards of care” — essentially rationing care because COVID cases have so overwhelmed the available resources. Some hospitals in Alaska and Montana have done the same. The governor of Wyoming called in the National Guard to his state’s hospitals. “We are very, very full, and are concerned right now,” said Dan Weaver, the vice president for communications at UCHealth. “But we are not at the level of some of those hospitals in other states.” How has Colorado been able to avoid the hospital horror of other Western states? State health leaders point to two factors. First, Colorado’s vaccination rate makes a big difference. In the Mountain West, Colorado has the second-highest vaccination rate in the region, behind only New Mexico. Put another way, of all the landlocked U.S. states, Colorado’s fully vaccinated rate is third-best. As of Sept. 23, nearly 60% of people in Colorado are fully immunized against COVID-19. (This figure is for the entire population, including kids too young to be vaccinated.) In Wyoming, the rate is only about 41%. And there is a clear connection between vaccination status and hospitalization. On Sept. 23, 80% of those hospitalized in Colorado with COVID-19 were unvaccinated against the disease, according to

state data. Scott Bookman, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s incident commander for the pandemic, pointed to the vaccination rate as the No. 1 reason that Colorado hospitals have not exceeded their capacity during the latest surge. “The reason our hospitals are doing better than hospitals in many other states is simply because our vaccination rates are so high in Colorado,” he said. The other factor working in Colorado’s favor is that it has a lot more hospital beds than neighboring states. Prior to the pandemic, Colorado hospitals had been on a building binge — sometimes building new hospitals in already well-served areas where critics said they weren’t needed. As of 2019, Colorado had more than 10,600 hospital beds in the state, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, a nonpartisan health care think tank. Utah, for comparison, had only about 5,600 beds. Hospital leaders defended all the construction by saying that the state was growing and that the capacity would come in handy, even if hospital beds sat empty at first. “You can’t build a highway system for a Sunday morning,” Katherine Mulready, the Colorado Hospital Association’s chief strategy officer, said at a forum in January 2019, right before the pandemic struck

and while hospital costs were under intense scrutiny at the state legislature. “You have to build it for rush hour.” On a per capita basis, Colorado’s hospital capacity isn’t all that impressive. Again using 2019 figures, the Kaiser Family Foundation calculated that Colorado had 1.85 hospital beds for every 1,000 people, among the lowest rates in the nation. But many Colorado hospitals, pre-pandemic, had also positioned themselves as regional health centers, often treating patients from far-flung areas of neighboring states as well as those from Colorado. This meant some hospitals placed an emphasis on flexibility, creating an accordion-like ability to expand rapidly when needed. “We are grateful for every hospital bed that we have and we are fortunate that we have systems that have built up for surge capacity, pre-COVID,” said Cara Welch, a Colorado Hospital Association spokeswoman. Out-of-state patients don’t appear to be contributing much to Colorado hospitals’ COVID burden Elsewhere in the U.S., case surges in one state have sometimes spilled over to create problems in another. The New York Times recently reported on how Idaho’s COVID explosion is having consequences for neighboring Washington state, where transfers of Idaho patients are rapidly filling hospitals. SEE HOSPITALS, P10

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Digging for history at Golden’s Astor House

rchaeology isn’t all holy grails and temples of doom — there’s also community archaeology, which focuses on members of the community exploring the stories of people who lived their lives in COMING the same places they do. And it is a ATTRACTIONS particular interest for Dr. Michele Koons, who recently co-led an investigation into a Golden landmark — The Astor House. “I’m very passionate about doing Clarke Reader community archaeology and bringing these stories to life so we can appreciate them,” Koons, an archeologist with the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, said. “I love pulling back the curtain and seeing the lives of the people who didn’t write everything down so it could be read later.” The study of the Astor House site was done in partnership with the Foothills Art Center, Colorado State University, University of Denver, University of Colorado Denver, Colorado School of Mines, Community College of Denver, Statistical Research Inc. and Metcalf Archaeological Consultants. It was launched as part of the Foothills Art Center’s plans to restore the house and turn into an arts hub. According to provided information, the team used ground-penetrating radar and old fire insurance maps as part of their process, which

helped them decide where to dig and how to approach the project. The Astor House opened in 1867 and operated as a boarding house and hotel for 104 years. So, it’s not all that surprising that the excavation — which was also led by Amy Gillaspie and made up of volunteers — turned up a great deal of items related to human habitation and recreation. The finds include coins from the late 1800s, a Grand Army of the Republic fraternal order pin (showing dates 1860 through 1866) and items associated with food consumption, like ceramic dishes and bones related to the hotel kitchen. “From this we can see the movement of people through the area and that, just like today, Golden was a hub for people to come and spend time,” Koons said. “People are people and always doing the same things, like gathering in a great place to be. Clearly they thought Golden was that place then and think it now.” Analysis of the discovered materials is still under way, but once all that is wrapped up, the items will be catalogued and become part of the Golden History Museum’s collections. And there is still an interest in collecting stories from people who spent time at the Astor House when it was still in operation. “We live in such an ‘immediate gratification’ culture, that the ideas of who lived before us and what they were doing is really important to remember,” Koons said. “We get so caught up in the moment we’re in right now, but there were

so many people living before us. I think we should reflect on their lives and bring their stories to the public.” Follow @DenverMuseumNS, @ Dr.Michele.Koons and @astorhousearchaeologyproject on Instagram for project updates and visit www.goldenhistory.org for other historic activities. Autumnal traditions return for Lakewood Cider Days Lakewood’s Cider Days Festival is nearing 50, but it doesn’t look a day over 25. And this year it’s aiming for a return to form with something for everyone. The 45th year is set up at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, 801 S. Yarrow St., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 and Sunday, Oct. 3. This year’s event features cider pressing and historic demonstrations, as well as the state’s largest antique and vintage tractor pull. For the adults, Foothills Credit Union’s Beer Garden will be serving up beer and hard cider from places like the Colorado Cider Company, and WestFax Brewing Company. Visit Lakewood.org/CiderDays for information and tickets. Fall colors come to life at Evergreen water media exhibit There’s nothing like getting up into the mountains during the autumn, and if you can check out some beautiful art at the time, so much the better. The Center for the Arts Evergreen has both covered with the 48th Mountain National

Watermedia Exhibition. Running through Saturday, Oct. 30, the annual exhibit features work from 65 of the country’s top water media artists from 25 states selected from more than 485 entries. The show runs at the center, 31880 Rocky Village Drive in Evergreen, which is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Details can be found at https://evergreenarts.org/event/rocky-mountain-national-watermedia-2021/. Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Leon Bridges at Mission Ballroom and Red Rocks For fans of vintage soul — music that hearkens back to the past without being derivative – it doesn’t get much better than Leon Bridges. The man is about as smooth as it gets, but don’t mistake all that style for no substance — songs like “River” and “Sweeter” — show a man in touch with the times on a deep level. Bridges can play big spaces and intimate clubs, and he’ll be doing a bit of both with two shows this week. The first will be at 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4, at the Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St. in Denver, and the second at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6, at Red Rocks, 18300 W. Alameda Parkway, in Morrison. Get tickets at www.missionballroom.com and www.redrocksonline.com. Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. He can be reached at Clarke.Reader@hotmail. com.

The 5 C’s for retaining top talent starts with connection

his is the first in a five-part series on best practices for attracting, hiring and keeping top talent. Over the next several weeks we will explore the 5 C’s that can help us better understand our employees and WINNING team members and WORDS how we can create a top performing organization that attracts the very best people. Those 5 C’s are Connection; Collaboration; Change; Consistency; and Culture. Michael Norton In a recent review of why people leave their jobs and looking at results from across multiple industries and organizations, it seems like the notion that people are leaving jobs only because of a better earning potential elsewhere is not entirely accurate. Sure, everyone would like to earn as much as possible, but no longer are they willing to work in conditions or situations that are not in alignment with personal preferences, expectations and goals. Nor do they want to work in a place that makes them

miserable. Money is certainly a motivator, but depending on the data or source, money typically is a lower priority or reason that inspires someone to leave their current position. When we look closely at the current rate of job openings and the difficulty companies are having filling key positions, we might find the solution in the first C, “Connection,” when it comes to attracting and retaining top performers and the future leaders of our organizations. When I look at company websites and interview current employees and leadership, I look for ways that the company connects team members at every level with the goals and objectives of the organization. Every business is in business to provide goods, service or solutions to their clients. The question I like to ask is this, “Is everyone on the team connected to the impact that the products or services provide to the client?” And whatever their role is, the next question is, “Do they feel a sense of ownership, accomplishment and fulfillment regardless of how big or small their contribution?” Creating connection means that we help our team members

know that their work matters and is connected to the overall success of the company, their coworkers, the customers, the customer’s customer and the community. A strong desire to be connected to the community is something that we are seeing more and more of these days. I try and determine if there is a community connection that goes beyond the walls or virtual walls of the business. Do they come together for a local, national or global cause? Do they have programs in place to provide volunteer opportunities to serve others, including coworkers or team members who may need assistance? And although we are living in a virtual world, does the company make a strong effort in team-building? Why does connection matter so much? For the most part, we all want to be connected to something that we truly believe contributes to the greater good. We want our work to matter. And when we can do it in such a way that we are proud of where we work, proud of our teammates and proud of the product or service we offer, that feeling of connection cements us together. It forms a bond that connects our “what we do” with our

“why we do it.” “We cannot live for ourselves alone. Our lives are connected by a thousand invisible threads and along those these sympathetic fibers, our actions run as causes and return to us as results.” — Herman Melville Start asking your team if they feel connected. Then ask them how important feeling connected is to their job and role satisfaction. The answers may surprise you. And if it turns out that “Connection” is important, you still have time to make changes before you lose another very talented person from your team. How about you? Do you value “Connection”? What are some of the ways you and your company work towards being connected? I would love to hear your story at mnorton@tramazing.com, and when we can connect all those thousands of invisible threads, it really will be a better than good year. Michael Norton is the grateful CEO of Tramazing.com, a personal and professional coach, and a consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator to businesses of all sizes.

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Culture and cruisers

Eric Herrera plays traditional Native American flute music. He’s been playing music since he was in the second grade. PHOTOS BY BELEN WARD

he American Indian Festival celebrated its eighth year with more than 81 tribes bringing the native American culture of dance, food, music and storytelling to Adams County’s Riverdale Regional Park. The Mile High Cruisers’ annual car show took place, too, with several winners walking away with trophies Sept. 25.

Tom Miller won the top 10 trophy for his 1966 Chevelle. He spent 10 years remodeling and restoring it.

Michael Sparks won a trophy for most unique car, a 1968 Samco Cord convertible. It took him seven years to restore it.

Nickey and Jerome Bienemann learn how to make a traditional Native American drum.

John Martin took home the trophy for Best in Show for his 1957 Corvette. It took him two years to restore.

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had trouble getting fire officials to grant him access, he said. “It’s an accident waiting to happen,” the insurance representative told the school board. The former site of Adams City High School on 4525 E. 68th Ave. is next to the district’s newest building, Alsup Elementary School. “You’ve got this situation 50 yards from a brand-new school. It’s just not a safe situation,” the representative said. Lewis said she heard fire department officials say they were concerned that if there were another fire on the site, having to go in to put it out or clear the building would pose a big risk to firefighters. The insurance representative also said that recent tests showed evidence of meth on every indoor surface, likely evidence of a meth lab there at some point. During a visit to evaluate the building, the insurance team, accompanied by city officials, called police on trespassers. Arriving officers said they’ve responded often to the site for break-ins. If someone who

The former Adams City High School building at 4525 E. 68th Ave. that’s up for demolition.

trespasses onto the property were to get hurt, it could be a liability for the district, the insurance representative told the board. In December 2012, thensuperintendent Pat Sanchez announced that after conducting a feasibility study, holding several community forums, and getting board support, the district would demolish part of the campus and renovate another part into space that could be used for teacher training and leased to host meetings.

Part of the campus was demolished, but the renovation never happened. Former board member David Rolla said he recalls that it was a cost issue. “We didn’t have enough money,” Rolla said. “It ended up costing more than we thought it would.” Eddie Storz, the district’s executive director of finance, confirmed that due to “a budget imbalance,” the project was put on hold. Board member Connie Quintana, who didn’t join

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the board until later, recalled that a former operations employee patrolled the buildings at night. But after he passed away, his position went unfilled. “I was deeply concerned about it,” Quintana said. “A lot of the community that grew up here and went to school here will feel really bad about it. But hopefully people will understand our concern. We have to make sure everybody is safe around there.” The security director posi-

tion in the district is one of many top administrative positions that have had a lot of turnover in previous years. New Superintendent Karla Loria told the state board earlier this month that she was hiring a security director, a role that was vacated over the summer and had not yet been filled by MGT, the district’s external management company. School board member Renee Lovato said she’s had meetings recently at the new elementary building, and she’s looked out the window to see people bicycling and walking past the old high school site. “It’s near and dear to a lot of our community members because so many of us graduated from there,” Lovato said. “My parents graduated from there, but I just think at this point it’s in such disarray we have no choice.” Lovato said that while the school demolition is heartbreaking, she wants to “allow it to be usable space that’s not a hindrance and a danger to our community and to our children.” This story is from Chalkbeat Colorado, a nonprofit news site covering educational change in public schools. Used by permission. For more, and to support Chalkbeat, visit co.chalkbeat.org.

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Colo. schools that require masks have lower COVID rates State public-health officials urge universal masking in schools BY JOHN INGOLD THE COLORADO SUN

Colorado’s school-aged children are experiencing the highest rates of coronavirus infection among any age group in the state right now. But state health officials on Sept. 23 presented new data showing that requiring kids to wear masks while in school is associated with lower rates of COVID-19. The data back up guidance from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recommending that all schools implement universal masking policies for students, staff and visitors, regardless of vaccination status. “The lower case rates are associated with districts that are requiring masks in schools, again showing a clear impact that masks are having in decreasing transmission in our school settings,” Dr. Rachel Herlihy, the state epidemiologist, said during a briefing with reporters. Communities with higher rates of vaccination among school-aged children also have lower rates of coronavirus infection, according to CDPHE data. You’ve heard over and over that this is now a pandemic of the unvac-

cinated. Well, a huge chunk of the unvaccinated statewide are kids — either those too young to be eligible for vaccination or those who are eligible but haven’t gotten the shot. Since school started in mid-tolate August, Colorado kids ages 6 to 11 and ages 12 to 17 have had the highest coronavirus case rates in the state. For 12-17 year olds, an age group where kids are eligible for vaccination, infection rates rival the peaks of last winter. For 6 to 11 year olds, who are not yet eligible for vaccination, these are the highest infection rates they’ve seen during the pandemic. Parents of kids in this age group received likely welcome news this week when the drug company Pfizer announced promising results in its tests of the vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 and indicated it would soon seek authorization for the vaccine to be administered widely. Kids who are generally not yet school age, those up to age 5, have the lowest infection rates in the state. The picture looks a little different at the local level in Colorado’s largest counties. Some counties have infection rates among school-aged kids that are more than double the infections rates in others. Among the state’s 10 largest counties, Weld County has the highest rates for kids ages 6 to 17. El Paso and Larimer counties follow closely behind. On the lower end are Boulder and Denver, each with case rates among school-aged kids that are less

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At best, it’s unclear how much this is happening in Colorado. On Sept. 22, Herlihy pointed to packed hospitals in Larimer and Weld counties and said it’s possible that cases from Wyoming are contributing to the crowding. (The state does not track residency status of hospitalized patients.) “That certainly could be part of what we’re seeing right now,” she said. But the major operators of hospitals in northern Colorado said they are not seeing many out-of-state patients. At UCHealth, which has three hospitals in Larimer and Weld counties, out-of-state patients appear to be adding very little to the capacity crunch. Weaver said only about 1% to 2% of the COVID patients hospitalized across the UCHealth system are from out-of-state. “The vast, vast majority of our patients are from Colorado,” he said. Banner Health, which operates several hospitals across Northern Colorado, said the same. “Our hospitals are extremely busy

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than half of Weld County’s. One of the big points that state health officials hoped to get across during the Sept. 23 briefing is the importance of getting vaccinated. Counties with higher vaccination rates among school-aged kids are generally the ones with lower case rates. Weld County, for instance, has the second-lowest vaccination rate for kids ages 12 to 17 among the state’s 10 biggest counties — around 40%. Boulder, which has a vaccination rate around 70% for kids 12 to 17 has the second-lowest case rate. “We see this clear correlation between high vaccination rates and low case rates, and that’s true not just for the adult population but also holding true for our children,” Herlihy said. “So this could certainly be one reason that we are seeing differences in pediatric rates across the state right now.” Lastly, CPDHE looked at ageadjusted case rates for kids in 48 school districts, split into two

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groups by whether the districts are requiring masks in schools. Case rates among the two groups tracked pretty closely until lateAugust, around the time when school started. Rates increased for both groups after that, but with a twist: Districts not requiring masks saw faster growth in cases and hit a higher peak than districts requiring masks. By mid-September, case rates in the non-masking districts were significantly higher — about 20% higher — than the rates in the districts with masks policies.More than three-quarters of Colorado kids now attend school in a district that has a mask mandate. This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun.com. The Colorado Sun is a partner in the Colorado News Conservancy, owner of Colorado Community Media.

with very sick COVID and non-COVID patients,” Sara Quale, a Banner spokeswoman, wrote in an email. “We are running at or over normal capacity in our three (Northern Colorado) hospitals. This week we had fewer than five patients from other states out of about 220 patients hospitalized with us.” Just because Colorado hospitals aren’t as strained as those elsewhere in the country, it doesn’t mean they aren’t suffering right now. Hospitals in the HealthOne system, such as Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver and The Medical Center of Aurora, have seen COVID-19 patient admissions triple over the past 30 days, a spokeswoman said. About a third of those admitted need to be treated in the intensive care unit, and about half of those in the ICU are on ventilators. But, the spokesman said, ICU capacity at HealthOne hospitals remains stable and the facilities have not had to convert additional spaces into makeshift intensive-care wards. Centura Health, which operates hospitals such as St. Anthony Hospital, is seeing its highest level of ventilator use of the entire pandemic — though ventilators are used by more than just COVID patients. And just about every hospital says staffing is a much bigger challenge than having an adequate number of beds available to take in new patients. Centura has been “flexing” staffing across its various hospitals and clinics, to make sure it has workers where it needs them most. Other hospitals have been hiring temporary traveling nurses, who come at a high cost during the pandemic. “Staffing is definitely still the concern everywhere,” said Welch, the Colorado Hospital Association spokeswoman. “The beds are there; the staff are not.” This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun.com. The Colorado Sun is a partner in the Colorado News Conservancy, owner of Colorado Community Media.

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A crowd sits at The Streets at SouthGlenn outdoor mall in Centennial in June during a free concert. City officials have announced the formation of the nonprofit Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation with a mission “to celCOURTESY PHOTO ebrate, inspire, and connect art and culture in Centennial.”

Marcus Turner, the director of communications and audience services at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, left, and Emily Grace King, exhibition manager for the Arvada Center, stand Sept. 16 near a sculpture by Scottie Burgess titled “Ties Forward.” PHOTO BY ELLIS ARNOLD

Arts centers, other programs can bridge gaps BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

eemingly ever-rising levels of political polarization — particularly amid issues of the coronavirus pandemic — may be wearing on Coloradans, but one place where all of that can melt away is at an art performance on stage. That’s according to Marcus Turner, a staff member at the

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities. With “the arts, by their very nature — especially the performing arts, where you’re sitting in a space and experiencing something, whether it’s music or theater — you are, in that moment, having a shared experience with the people around you,” Turner said. The arts can be a force for “bridging people and making connections for people who may not think the same,” Turner added. Local arts centers are a presence in cities and towns across the Denver metro area, from Evergreen to Aurora to Parker. They’re places

where crowds can see a play, catch a concert, or even — at some centers — hone their own art skills with a painting or dance class. But arts programs also play a deeper role in their communities. “There’s a lot more to this world than just our politics, and a lot of times, the way you get to people is through other ways: through music, through art, through dance,” said Abraham Ramirez, president of the Commerce City Cultural Council. Dialogue and connection For Ramirez, who was born and raised in Commerce City, demo-

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graphic changes were the motivation to serve on his local arts and culture organization. Two of Commerce City’s large demographic groups were Japanese Americans and white residents after World War II until around the mid-1960s, according to Ramirez. Now, in what he calls “core Commerce City,” roughly between 88th SEE ARTS CENTERS, P12

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and 56th avenues, there is a substantial Hispanic population. “Whereas when I was growing up, it was not,” said Ramirez, 68. As he observed the changing demographics, he thought getting involved in the arts scene would be a “great opportunity to show people all the different cultures we do have here,” Ramirez said. While the city’s Cultural Council — a nonprofit body — doesn’t operate an arts center, it works to coordinate “culturally diverse events” such as the annual Music in the Park summer concert series and Commerce City Eats Week, a weeklong celebration of local cuisine, according to the city’s website. The Cultural Council also administers public art in the city. At an event, a “Latin band played ranchero music — upbeat sound, boom-boom-boom bass kind of sound. I had a couple sitting there, they’re German, and they said, ‘We love this polka music they’re playing,’” Ramirez laughed. “To me, that’s what it’s all about.” Turner, the director of communications and audience services at the Arvada Center, said arts centers can provide opportunities for dialogue and connection. The Arvada Center has taken steps to foster dialogue in audiences through “talkbacks” with actors or through surveys. Talkbacks are akin to a question-and-answer session — after performances of some

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plays, the actors are made available to the audience, at least before the coronavirus pandemic, Turner said. A driver in communities Another reason arts programming is a staple in communities: The arts are an “economic engine” in the Denver metro area, which drives governments and individuals to invest in arts, Turner said. More economic prosperity and a higher rate of economic development tend to mark regions and communities that have arts presences, he added. “The other more fluffy, touchyfeely reason” why communities promote art is that “arts are good for the soul,” Turner said with a laugh. He said arts can “enrich a person’s life” in general. “The truth is: The world would continue to spin if the arts didn’t exist. (But) what kind of world would that be?” Turner said. People would

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miss out on “beauty, hope, sadness, joy and inspiration,” he added. The range of emotional connection to the arts “creates a tapestry in a community and in the world, frankly, that would be missed if gone but sometimes is not acknowledged as being there,” Turner said. An arts newcomer Despite the long list of foundations and other entities related to the arts in the Denver suburbs, Centennial has stepped into the arts arena too, announcing the formation of the Centennial Arts and Cultural Foundation. It’s a nonprofit whose initial efforts are being led by Centennial Mayor Stephanie Piko and City Councilmembers Tammy Maurer and Kathy Turley, according to an August news release. Randy Pye, Centennial’s first mayor and a founder of the city, has long felt Centennial should be more involved in the arts.

A median sculpture stands along Tower Road near 104th Avenue by artist Mark Horst, installed in 2020. The sculpture is among the public art pieces the Commerce City Cultural Council has helped PHOTO COURTESY OF COMMERCE CITY select.

“We never approached the arts. We left that to other cities,” Pye said in a 2019 interview. “If you’re a citizen of Centennial, you don’t identify Centennial with any kind of arts. And that’s a major part of a city. I’ve always thought we should have a foundation here about arts.” The new foundation in Centennial says its mission is “to celebrate, inspire, and connect art and culture in Centennial.” “CACF is actively engaging and exploring opportunities for art placements in Centennial,” the news release said. “This includes community events, working with our arts community, and researching how best to commemorate the rich history of our city and our region.”

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Eagle View Adult Center Update –Sept 29 – Oct 6, 2021 Eagle View Adult Center is open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Call 303-655-2075 for more information. The September/October newsletter is available. Check online at https://www.brightonco.gov/280/Eagle-View-Adult-Center Many programs are available on Zoom, check out the website for links. Cards, Games and Pool If you like to play games like bridge, pinochle, dominos, scrabble and pool… Eagle View is the place to get connected. Check out the newsletter for playing times. VOA Lunch A hot, nutritious lunch is provided by Volunteers of America, Mondays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. Please reserve your VOA meal in advance: For Mondays reserve the Thursday before, for Thursdays reserve the Monday before.! Call Eleanor at 303-655-2271 between 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Mon. & Thurs. Daily meal donations are appreciated. $2.50 Donation per meal if age 60+ • $8.50 Mandatory charge if under 60 Diamond Dots: Key Rings Create a beautiful two-sided diamond dots angel or Christmas key ring. Instructor: Donna Landon. 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Tues. Oct 5 • $6 • Deadline: Mon. Oct 4 Top Ten Mistakes People Make When Dying An experienced estate planning attorney from Dolan and Associates will share common mistakes. 1:00 p.m. Wed. Oct 6 • Free • Deadline: Mon. Oct 4 Flu Shots Platte Valley Medical Center will be here to give annual flu shots. No appointment necessary. For more info, call 303-498-3590. 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Thurs. Oct 7 Spellbinders Storytelling The past storytelling was such a hit that Julie and Kathy are back for another fun-filled event. 1:15 p.m. Thurs. Oct 7 • Free • Deadline: Tues. Oct 5 Friday Feast Mandolin Ranch will play a variety of music. Rock, country, bluegrass, Irish, and a little gypsy too!! Lunch will be Mexican lasagna, salad, and cookies from Brookdale. 12:00 noon Fri. Oct 8 • $6 • Deadline: Wed. Oct 6

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NEWS BRIEFS Electrification conference United Power is hosting the cooperative’s first-ever Fleet Electrification Conference at its Carbon Valley Service Center, 9586 E I-25 Frontage Road, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29. The featured guest, Lightning eMotors, specializes in producing sustainable commercial fleet solutions, including electric vehicles. The free conference is open to public and private fleet operators and managers. Guest speakers from United Power, the Colorado Department of Transportation and Northern Colorado Clean Cities will present their expertise in the emerging field of electrification at the conference. Topics covered during the conference include the state of Colorado’s new fleet electrification strategy, resources and funding options for fleet services, the growth and availability of charging infrastructure and the future of electrified fleets. During the conference, Lightning eMotors will also feature demonstration fleet electric vehicles. Preregister for the conference atwww.unitedpowerfleets2021.rsvpify. com. Lunch will be provided. Cemetery walk Elmwood Cemetery will host its annual cemetery walk from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, at 14800 Brighton Road. A city statement said the walk is a chance for residents to look into the lives of the city’s past leaders, Suncor Air Monitoring Print Ads.pdf farmer, pioneers and soldiers buried

at the cemetery. It’s a self-guided tour. Guides dressed in period costume will talk about their ancestors and their connection to the city. It’s free. Call Cemetery Manager Rhiannon Matali at 303-655-2090 or emil rnatali@brightonco,.gov. Calling all teens The Pennock Center for Counseling, 211 S. 21st Ave., and 27J Schools are offering a teen hangout (11- to 18-year-olds) starting at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4. Discussion topics include school, friendships, family, time management, stress and peer pressure. Sessions are every other Monday through Nov. 15, and all start at 4 p.m. Call 303-655-9065, ext. 13, or 303655-9065, ext. 19. To sign up, visit https://biut.ly/ teenhangoutsignup. Community wellness workshop Pennock Center for Counseling, 211 S. 21st Ave., and the First Presbyterian Church are sponsoring a series of free wellness workshops. They start at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4, and continue every other week through Nov. 15. A press statement said, “addressing our mental health needs and those of our friends and famkilies is crucial for overall health and wellness.” Topics include Managing Grief and Loneliness (Oct. 4), Cultivating Healthy Relationships (Oct. 18), Honoring our Lives (Nov. 1) and Sparking Joy (Nov. 15). Call 303-6559065, ext. 13. Register at https://bit. 2 8/10/21 10:38 PM ly/communitywellnesssignup.

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Growing grads The city of Brighton’s Growing Grads program returns in person Mondays, Oct. 13 and 20. The program wants to provide students interested in postsecondary education with assistance to apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The Oct. 13 session starts at 6 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Academy, 3551 Southern St. The second forum (also at 6 p.m.) is at Brighton High School, 270 S. Eighth Ave. Visit www.brightonco.gov/1546/ College-Career-Readiness. New Eye for Art exhibit ‘Return to Summer’ More than 50 artists and 160 pieces of art are now featured in the newest Eye For Art “Return to Summer” exhibit at City Hall. The artwork ranges from oils and acrylics to watercolors and computer paintings, graphite drawings, photography, fused glass, pottery, mixed media, jewelry and various sculptures. Artists featured include: Olivia Andruss, Frank Carrillo, Mary Chan, Ron Cupps, Kim Davis, Randy Davis, David DeHoyos, Sheri Farabaugh, Leo Fautsch, Mona Fransher, Richard Gallagher and many others. The exhibit is open to the public through Nov. 23 at Brighton City Hall, 500 S. Fourth Ave. Most artwork is available for purchase. To learn more about the exhibit and/or Eye for Art program, visit the Eye for Art page or contact David Gallegos, arts and culture coordinator, at dgallegos@brightonco.

gov or 303-655-2176. ONGOING Full-time student mentoring jobs available The 27J School District, Colorado Youth for a Change and Americorp are looking for service minded young adults that are interested in making a change in the world through Americorp. CYC’s mission is to solve Colorado’s dropout crisis. CYC provides services from pre-K through 12th grade to help students find success through tutoring, case management, and outreach to help in-school youth remain in school or out-of-school youth return to school. Two full-time positions are available for the school year. One is for high-school students to focus on school engagement and attendance. Members support a caseload of 20 to 40 students to meet individual needs and ensure they can engage more fully in school. The Match Corps (for fourththrough eighth-graders) is a math tutoring program for students in small groups. No expert math knowledge beyond basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers is required. Apply at https://youthforachange. org/join-americorps/. Walk with a doc Platte Valley Medical Center’s cardiac rehab team and Walk With A Doc will host monthly walks with SEE BRIEFS, P14

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Brighton, Commerce City police seek volunteer victim advocates STAFF REPORT

The Brighton and Commerce City police departments are looking for volunteer victim advocates for their combined victim services unit. According to a press statement, the volunteers provide on-scene crisis intervention with victims and witnesses of crime, sudden death and other emergency situations. They also provide support, informa-

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Dr. Christopher Cannon, an interventional cardiologist at Brighton Heart and Vascular Institute. This is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. After a few minutes to learn about a current health topic from the doctor, spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and a fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking.

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 replacement and maintenance. The website is brightonco. gov/5050. Residents can apply for the program, including what’s needed for the repairs and photo uploads. 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” cri-

tion and referrals and assistance with the criminal justice system and victim rights information in both communities. “Our volunteer victim advocates play a crucial role in our service to crime victims,” said Kim Messina, victim services manager. “We are lucky to have such caring individuals in our community who volunteer their time for this important role and hope to see more of those folks

come forward this time around.” Each volunteer is required to cover a minimum of four, 12-hour shifts per month. Each volunteer receives 40 hours of training before responding to calls on their own. Volunteers must be 21 years of age or older, have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance, commit to one year of service and pass an extensive background screening. To become a volunteer, fill out an

application at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brightonco/ jobs/2954573/volunteer-victim-advocate. You can also email your application to srodriguez@brightonco. gov. Applications are also available at the Brighton and Commerce City police departments. Contact kmessina@brightonco. gov or 303-655-2308, or Soyla Rodriguez at srodriguez@brightonco. gov or 303-655-2344.

teria 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.

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.

Hunger Free Colorado. For anyone who might need help locating food. Call 855-855-4626 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The hotline keeps information confidential and has bilingual staff on hand. The Colorado Department of Education tracks meal site information for every school by school name and address, including service times, start and end dates and how meals are handed out. Meals on Wheels delivers hot meals at noon to anyone, regardless of age in Brighton. Meals are delivered on weekdays; customers can choose the days. The cost is $4.25 per meal payable at the end of the month. Call 303-659-0978. 27J Schools have free grab-and-go meals for youngsters up to age 18. Drive-by or walk up between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Vikan Middle School, 879 Jessup St., Overland Trail Middle School, 455 N. 19th Ave., and at Thimmig Elementary School, 11453 Oswego St. Food for Hope is the sponsor. Chapel Hill Church, 10 Chapel Hill Drive, Brighton, hands out one box of food per family the second and fourth Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and alternating Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. St. Augustine food pantry, 129 S. Sixth Ave., offers food Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ID and paperwork required. The pantry serves Brighton residents who love between Quebec Street and Cavanaugh Road and between Weld County Road 4 1/2 and 96th Avenue. Calvary Chapel Brighton Food Pantry, 103 E. Bridge St., Brighton. Open from 4 to 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of the month.

Meet the mayor Brighton Mayor Greg Mills wants to meet the public during new, oneon-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. 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.

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Nate Howard, a science teacher and coach at Prairie View High School, passed away Sept. 24. “We are terribly saddened by this tremendous loss of an incredible colleague, educator, husband, father and overall good human being,” said a letter from Principal Mike Burke eto PVHS families. Howard was at PVHS the past 11 years. Several of his former students and athletes took to Facebook. “Rest easy coach. Grateful for the memories,” said Donovan Otero, who played football and ran track for the ThunderHawks. RJ Ramirez met Howard as a ninth-grader. “I was standing by a door to coach (Todd) Riccio’s room, and I got a tap on my shoulder,” Ramirez said. “He was daring me to come out and go to the varsity players’ room. I thought, ‘What did I do?’ It was Coach How5ard. He looked at me and said, ‘You’d better not (bleeping) make me regret this.’ He gave me my first shot. He terrified me that day. But after that, it was nothing but confidence-builders. He did a lot for us.” “RIP my cousin,” said Nathan D. Mitchell. “You are coaching in a better place.” One of Howard’s former players called him “a teacher and a coach to most kids.”

“But he was someone kids looked up to,” said Ashtyn DeLorenzo. “He knew how to make an impact and touch people’s hearts. He knew each student could leave PVHS knowing they had a bright future ahead of them. I was lucky enough to have him as my basketball and golf coach. Howard believed in each one of his players. Not a day went by without him making jokes in practice because he just loved to see us girls smile.” Howard worked alongside Riccio, now the coach at Mountain Range High School. “Dr. Nate Howard was a kind, caring and passionate husband, father, teacher, mentor and coach to so many,” Riccio said. “He dedicated his life to helping others and giving to everyone and anyone. He had a personality and way about him that made people want to follow him, and he would light up a room when he entered it.” Howard was a Colorado native. He was an adjunct faculty member at Metropolitan State University and at the Community College of Denver, where he taught biology for nonmajors and anatomy and physiology. He also was an educational consultant for the Colorado Department of Parks & Wildlife. Howard earned his bachelor’s degree in science education from Clark Atlanta University and his master’s in environmental popula-

Prairie View graduate PJ Gallegos, right, stands alongside Nate Howard at Gallegos’ commencement program. COURTESY PHOTO

tion and organismic biology from the University of Colorado in Boulder. He also earned a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of Phoenix. “Dr. Howard was always looking for opportunities for our students to have unique learning experiences that would make a connection with his students,” Burke’s letter said. “This year, we started our inaugural year with the Lincoln Hills Cares, a nonprofit organization that focuses on ecology and conservation.” Howard was the CEO.. “He was the driving force that created and brought this program to our students so they would have the ability to do field work in environ-

mental science and set students on the path for our college environmental science course.” Howard was an assistant football coach with the ThunderHawks and coached the girls basketball team for four seasons. PVHS made the postseason each year and advanced to the second round in the 2018-2019 season. “I can’t not believe you are really gone,” said one of Howard’s former players, Trista Skinner, on Facebook. “It was just yesterday (Sept. 23) I was writing my wedding invitation to you and your family and was so excited to share the news that your ‘little girl’ finally got her crap together.” “He would rarely call us by our names,” DeLorenzo said. “it was always ‘babygirl’ because he looked at each one of his players as one of his own. He was so proud of me when I got an offer to play collegiate basketball. If it wasn’t for him I would have never played basketball at the next level. He pushed me in practice every day because he knew I could always be better.” “Easily the best class and teacher to have,” PJ Gallegos posted to Facebook. “A great mentor/coach on the field. I appreciate all the nicknames and pep talks you gave me on and off the field. “Heaven gained a warrior.” SEE HOWARD, P16 PRESENTED BY

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S P O R T S SCORECARD Eagle Ridge Academy Volleyball Colorado Springs Christian High School rallied from an early deficit to pick up a five-set win over Eagle Ridge Academy Sept. 22 in Brighton. No stats or set scores were available for either team. Soccer Frontier Academy slipped past Eagle Ridge Academy 3-1 on the Wolverines’ pitch Sept. 21. Ternesgen Fannigan scored two of the victors’ goals. No stats were available for the Warriors. Prairie View High School Softball Prairie View shut out Adams City 18-0 in Commerce City Sept. 21. The game lasted three innings because of the state’s mercy rule. Zoey Gallegos had four his and drove in five runs for the ThunderHawks. She also was the winning pitcher with three strikeouts. Lily Baeza added three hits and a pair of RBIs. Samantha Skinner contributed two hits and two RBIs. Leyla Jaquez had the Eagles’ only base hit. PVHS also blanked Northglenn 10-0 in five innings in Northglenn Sept. 23. Joey Severance had three hits and four RBIs. Samantha Skinner added a base hit and two RBIs. No stats were available for the Norse. Evergreen downed the ThunderHawks 10-4 Sept. 24 in Brighton. Belle Bencivenga and Sophia Masuraca had the RBIs for PVHS. Skinner had three of PVHS’ base hits. Football Prairie View spoiled Northglenn’s homecoming Sept. 24 by beating the Norse 34-9 at District 12 Stadium in Westminster. No stats were available for either team. It was PVHS’

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“Dr. Nate Howard was truly an exceptional one-of-a-kind human being that will be sorely missed,” Riccio said. “He was a lively character and hilarious,.” Ramirez said. “He’d al-

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Riverdale Ridge High School Golf GREELEY -- Riverdale Ridge won the class 4A regional golf tournament at Highland Hills Sept. 21 and qualified its golf team for the state 4A golf tournament. Aiden Sweeney was the regional champion. The Ravens’ sophomore fired an even par 71. Bradley Weinmaster had a 79. Will Balliet turned in an 81, and Carter Seis finished with an 82.

The two-day state meet begins Monday, Oct. 4, at City Park Golf Course in Denver. Soccer Riverdale Ridge blanked Mountain View 3-0 in Loveland Sept. 21. No stats were available for either team. The Ravens earned another shutout win Sept. 25 by blanking Fort Morgan 1-0 in Thornton. No stats were available. Volleyball Frederick downed Riverdale Ridge 25-16, 25-16, 25-7 in Thornton Sept. 21. It was the Warriors’ 13th straight win. Kinley Lindhardt had nine kills for FHS. Katelin Sindelar added seven, and Ashley Livingston contributed six. Mahala Lampshire had five kills for the Ravens. Jadynn Black added three. Softball Riverdale Ridge downed Rooselvelt 4-1 in Johnstown Sept. 23. Sydnee Fordham and Neila Lucero had two base hits. So did Kyla Humphries. Aubree Davis, Emma Hodnet and Sienna Mullin got credit for the RBIs. Brynn Trujillo threw a complete game for the win and struck out nine. Football Roosevelt blanked Riverdale Ridge 41-0 in Johnstown Sept. 23. No stats were available. Cross country Riverdale Ridge’s Deven Nelasco finished 28th in the boys race at the Dave Sanders Invitational meet at Clement Park Sept. 24. His time was 17:19.8. Aric Hunsaker (33rd, 17:28), Camron Gallardo (90th, 18:54.8), Devon Martinez (110th, 19:22.8) and Derrek Marraudino (11th, 19:25.1) also helped the Ravens to a 10th-place

Brighton High School Golf Brighton’s Kyle Leydon is on his way to the state 5A golf tournament at Colorado Springs Country Club the first week in October. Leydon, a junior, tied for first at the regional meet at Coal Creek Golf Course Sept. 20. He and Fossil Ridge’s Austin barry fired even par-72s. The top two teams (Grandview and Monarch, in this instance) plus the top 13 players not on those teams, made it to state. Coby Puzio finished 35th after carding an 87. Cannon Headley finished with an 89, which put him in a tie for 38th place. Caleb Rankin was 44th. He shot a 96. BHS was 10th in the team standings. Cross country TABERNASH -- Both of Brighton’s cross country teams won titles at the Snow Mountain Ranch Invitational Sept. 25. Austin Hill (20:04.6) and Ryan Green (20:12.5) finished second and third, respectively, in the boys race. Andrew Sanchez and Carter Ferara were sixth and seventh, respectively, each posting a time of 21:17.5.Joshua Hill wound up 11th in a time of 22:19.8. Claire Engelhardt took first place in the girls race, where her time was 20:55.03. Megan Derby was second, posting a time of 21:26.56. Nylah Nevarez was fourth. Her time was 23:59.56. Brooklyn Yates was seventh in a time of 24:30.35, and Elizabeth Cronk was 13th. She finished with a time of 26:19.76. Softball Brighton shut out Northglenn 14-0 Sept. 21 and the mercy rule ended play after 3 1/2 innings.

ways be cracking jokes. He had a big smile. You wanted to engage with him because of how he smiled. He was a great, amazing character.” Burke said grief counseling will be available to students and staff. “Life is previous,” Burke’s letter said. “Be good to others and do not take our time together for granted.” “You impacted my life in so many ways and truly shaped me into the

person I am today,” Skinner posted on Facebook. “You never gave up on me, you pushed me until you knew I was on the right path. You were a mentor and the one I looked up to. You will always be my coach and best friend.” “He was the kind of man that was supposed to live forever and see his basketball girls grow up,” DeLorenzo said. “I was fortunate enough to

be one of his players and was there for his first and last time coaching PVHS varsity basketball. Heaven gained one of the greatest men to walk this earth.” “When I drove home (Sept. 24), I said, ‘thank you’ to him (Howard),” Ramirez said. “He gave me the opportunity. Without that, I would not have been the athlete I was, nor would I have had the confidence I had.”

first win of the season. Golf Prairie View’s Keagan Bond and Payton Crawford qualified for the state 5A golf tournament Sept. 23. Bond finished in a tie for seventh at the regional meet at Thorncreek Golf Course after carding a 74. Crawford tied for 10th with a 75. Owen Crawford finished with a 97, and Cole Crawford finished with a 102. The state 5A tournament is at the Colorado Springs Country Club Oct. 4 and 5. Cross country Here are Prairie View’s results from the Dave Sanders Invitational at Clement Park Sept. 24. Girls: 75. McKinsey Poulson, 22:05.9. 124. Isabella Lopez, 25:29.7. 127. Kayla Martinez, 26:25.9. 143. Ryley Hawthorne, 38:04.9. Boys: 79. Caleb Price, 18:15.8. 115. Kevin Martinez, 19:23.4. 129. Gavin Walker, 19:49.2. 160. Martin DelgadoNevarez, 20:59. 167. Daniel Garcia, 22:10. The boys team finished 19th, and the girls team didn’t have enough runners to qualify for a team score. Soccer Prairie View blanked Westminster 2-0 Sept. 23 in Brighton. No stats were available.

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Public Notice PUBLICATION REQUEST 2021 Adams County Commissioner Redistricting In accordance with C.R.S. 30-10-306, the Adams County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., in the Public Hearing Room of the Adams County Government Center, 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton, 1st Floor to consider four alternatives for the new boundaries for the five commissioner districts. The final map of the boundaries of the five commissioner districts will be selected by the BoCC on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., in the Public Hearing Room of the Adams County Government Center, 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton, 1st Floor. Adams County will hold a series of neighborhood meetings in the following locations within the county to present the maps showing the alternatives: • • • • •

Tuesday, Oct. 5, 6-7 p.m., Westminster City Hall Council Chambers (Commissioner District 4) Tuesday, Oct. 12, 6-7 p.m., Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center, Room C (Commissioner District 1) Monday, Oct. 18, 6-7 p.m., Brighton Armory (Commissioner District 5) Tuesday, Oct. 19, 6-7 p.m. Adams County Human Services Center, Apple A (Commissioner District 3) Wednesday, Oct. 20, 6-7 p.m., Commerce City Civic Center Council Chambers (Commissioner District 2)

Public comment on these maps will be solicited throughout this process. The maps are available for review in person at 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton, CO 80601, or on the county’s website on this page at adcogov.org/redistricting. Please forward any written comments on this topic to Redistricting@adcogov.org by Oct. 22, 2021, so your comments may be included verbatim. Legal Notice No. BSB914 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade Public Notice NOTICE OF ELECTION Coordinated Election by Mail Ballot Adams County, Colorado Tuesday, November 2, 2021 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Coordinated Election will be held in Adams County, Colorado, on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, as a Mail Ballot Election. Beginning October 8, 2021, ballots in signed Official Return Envelopes may be dropped off at any of the following designated drop-off locations. 24-Hour Drop Box Locations Adams County Government Center - 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton Adams County Human Services Center - 11860 Pecos St., Westminster Adams County Justice Center - 1100 Judicial Center Dr., Brighton Adams County Western Services Center - 12200 N. Pecos St., Westminster Anythink Library Wright Farms - 5877 E. 120th Ave., Thornton Aurora Motor Vehicle - 3449 N. Chambers Rd., Aurora Aurora Municipal Center - 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Aurora Bennett Motor Vehicle

- 355 S. First St., Bennett Brighton City Hall - 500 S. 4th Ave., Brighton Colfax Community Network - 1585 Kingston St., Aurora Commerce City Civic Center - 7887 E. 60th Ave., Commerce City Commerce City Motor Vehicle - 7190 Colorado Blvd., Commerce City Federal Heights City Hall - 2380 W. 90th Ave., Federal Heights Front Range Community College - 3645 W. 112th Ave., Westminster Hilltop Village Shopping Center - 13762 Colorado Blvd., Thornton Kelver Public Library - 585 S. Main St., Byers Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center - 11151 Colorado Blvd., Thornton Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - 9898 E. Colfax Ave., Aurora Northglenn City Hall - 11701 Community Center Dr., Northglenn Perl Mack Community Center - 7125 Mariposa St., Denver Riverdale Animal Shelter - 12155 Park Blvd., Brighton Rotella Park - 1824 Coronado Pkwy. S., Denver Strasburg Sheriff’s Substation - 2550 Strasburg Rd., Strasburg Thornton Civic Center - 9500 Civic Center Dr., Thornton Trail Winds Recreation Center - 13495 Holly St., Thornton University of Colorado Anschutz Campus - 12477 E. 19th Ave., Aurora Westminster City Hall - 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster Westminster Motor Vehicle - 8452 N. Federal Blvd., Westminster Ballots must be received at the Adams County Election office, a designated ballot drop box, or Voter Service & Polling Center (VSPC) location by 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 2, 2021, for your vote(s) to be counted. Ballots received after 7 p.m. on Election Day will not be counted. Postmarks do not count as a received date. VOTER SERVICE & POLLING CENTERS (VSPCs) Services offered include voting, ballot replacement, ballot drop box, ADA accessible ballot marking devices, new voter registration, and voter registration updates available at all locations. Hours of Operation Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, October 30, 2021, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. *(Martin Luther King Jr. Library: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.) Tuesday, November 2, 2021, Election Day, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Early Voting VSPCs, Open Monday, October 25, 2021 Adams County Government Center (West Entrance) - 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Brighton Adams County Western Services Center - 12200 N. Pecos St., Westminster Bennett Motor Vehicle Office - 355 S. First St., Bennett Commerce City Motor Vehicle – 7190 Colorado Blvd. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library – 9898 E. Colfax Ave. (shared Arapahoe County VSPC)* Moorhead Recreation Center - 2390 Havana St., Aurora Westminster Motor Vehicle – 8452 N. Federal Blvd. Two-Day VSPCs, Open Monday, Nov. 1, 2021 Front Range Community College - 3645 W. 112th Ave., Westminster University of Colorado Anschutz Campus - 13121 E. 17th Ave., Aurora Sample ballots will be available online at GoVoteColorado.gov by accessing your voter registration record. For more election information and frequently asked questions, visit the Adams County Elections website at AdamsVotes.com or call the Adams County Elections office at 720.523.6500. ADAMS COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER Josh Zygielbaum, Clerk and Recorder 4430 S. Adams County Pkwy., Suite E3102 Brighton, CO 80601 Legal Notice No. BSB333909 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO ADAMS COUNTY COMBINED COURT Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601 CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

month of SEPTEMBER 2021. A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 35 days of this publication. Case Number Names of Parties 2021DR1169 CARMELO GONZALEZ CRUZ VS LILIA ARAUJI CASTILLO 2021DR228 FRANCISCA RIVERA RUIZ VS SAUL PONCE DE LEON ORTIZ 2021DR925 MONTALVO

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2021DR1191 EMELIA VALDIVIAS MURILLO VS ERACLIO ELY MARQUEZ 2021DR30655 CARMELLA ROUNDTREE VS HOPE ROUNDTREE 2021DR1237 CELIA LEDEZMA DE RIVERA VS MANUEL A RIVERA ALEMAN 2021DR1001 ORONDE SMITH 2021DR849

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Date: September 23, 2021 Alana Percy Clerk of the Combined Court /s/ Madeline Scholl Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. BSB924 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

City of Brighton PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 2374 INTRODUCED BY: Humbert AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO (THE “CITY”), APPROVING AN AGRICULTURAL LEASE (“LEASE”) FOR CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 3, NORTH, RANGE 67 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M, COUNTY OF WELD, STATE OF COLORADO (THE “PROPERTY”), TO JOSEPH MILLER; SETTING FORTH THE TERMS OF SAID LEASE; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID AGRICULTURAL LEASE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY THIS 21st DAY OF September, 2021. CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ ALICIA CALDERÓN, City Attorney A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AND ON THE CITY OF BRIGHTON WEBSITE. Legal Notice No. BSB921 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 2375 INTRODUCED BY: Watts AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO (THE “CITY”), APPROVING A WATER LEASE AGREEMENT (“LEASE”) FOR CITY-OWNED WATER AND WATER RIGHTS TO RICHARD JAMES VOGL (THE “LESSEE”), SETTING FORTH THE TERMS OF SAID LEASE; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID WATER LEASE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY THIS 21st DAY OF September, 2021. CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor

Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in the Court under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process within the State of Colorado or that efforts to obtain the same would have been to no avail.

ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk

Pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-107(4)(a), one publication of the following shall be published once during the

A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN THE

APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ ALICIA CALDERÓN, City Attorney

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AND ON THE CITY OF BRIGHTON WEBSITE. Legal Notice No. BSB919 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. _______ INTRODUCED BY: Johnston AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, ADDING SECTION 2-4-14 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING A COMPLAINT PROCESS FOR A FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICE ACT VIOLATION WHEREAS, the Fair Campaign Practice Act (“FCPA”) finds that the interests of the public are best served by limiting campaign contributions, full and timely disclosure of campaign contributions, and strong enforcement of campaign laws; and WHEREAS, the FCPA, specifically C.R.S. § 1-45-108, requires specific disclosures of contributions above twenty dollars ($20), expenditures made, and obligations of the candidate committee to be reported. Such reports must be filed with the municipal clerk on the twenty-first (21) day before, the Friday before, and thirty (30) days after the election, to include the balance of funds at the beginning of the reporting period, the total contributions received, the total expenditures made, and the financial institution used by the committee; and WHEREAS, candidates and candidate committees must register with the municipal clerk before accepting or making any contributions; any covered communication controlled by or coordinated with a candidate or candidate’s agent or a political party is considered both a contribution by the maker of the expenditure or spending and an expenditure by the candidate committee; and WHEREAS, candidates in municipal elections, their candidate committee, any political committee in support of or in opposition to such candidate shall file required reports with the municipal clerk, C.R.S. §1-45-109; and WHEREAS, when an individual becomes a candidate, the individual certifies familiarity with the provisions of the FCPA by including a statement in the candidate’s affidavit as required by C.R.S. §1-45-110 referencing C.R.S. § 31-10-302; and WHEREAS, the Secretary of State will not accept complaints arising out of a municipal campaign finance matters and local elections, and these must be exclusively filed with the municipal clerk, C.R.S. § 1-45-111(9)(b); and WHEREAS, the City of Brighton (“City”) is a home rule municipality that has not adopted any ordinances or charter provisions with respect to local elections, making the requirements of Article XXVIII of the State Constitution and Article 45 of Title 1 of the Colorado Revised Statutes applicable to municipal elections; and WHEREAS, the City has no procedure for accepting and addressing complaints alleging violations of the FCPA and the City Council desires to adopt a consistent, clear, and fair process for receiving and investigating FCPA complaints in municipal elections and affording due process for enforcement of the FCPA requirements. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Section 2-4-14 of the Brighton Municipal Code shall be added to read as follows: Sec. 9-4-14 Fair Campaign Practice Act Complaints. (a) Any person who believes a violation of the Fair Campaign Practice Act has occurred related to a city election may file a written complaint with the city clerk. (b) Complaints must be filed no later than sixty (60) days after the election. (c) A written complaint filed with the city clerk shall include the city clerk’s complaint cover sheet form, which must include the following information: 1. The name, address, email address, telephone number, and signature of the complainant. If the complainant is represented by counsel, include counsel’s name, address, email address, telephone number, and signature as well. 2. Name and contact information, if known, for each person alleged to have committed a violation. 3. Details about the violation, including how and when complainant became aware of the violation and what is known about the violation. 4. Documentation, such as photographs or copies of flyers, or other evidence supporting the allegations in the complaint, if complainant has such evidence. (d) If an incomplete complaint is received, the date on which the complaint is first received is considered the filed date if the complainant cures and completes any information requested by the city clerk within three (3) business days of being notified. (e) A complaint may be submitted via fax, email, regular mail, or in-person. (f) Initial review: 1. The city clerk will review the complaint to determine the following: a. Whether the complaint was timely filed; b. Whether the complainant has specifically

identified one or more specific alleged violations; c. Whether the complainant has alleged sufficient facts and/or provided sufficient information to support a legal and factual basis for the complaint or whether additional information or fact-finding is needed. (g) Within fifteen (15) business days of receiving the complaint, the city clerk must take one or more of the following actions: 1. Dismiss the complaint if the city clerk determines the complaint was not timely filed, has not specifically identified one or more violations, or the complainant did not assert facts or provide information sufficient to support any alleged violation after being requested to provide more information. The city clerk will notify the complainant and respondent of the reasons for dismissal, and the city clerk’s decision is a final decision. 2. Issue a notice to cure if the city clerk determines that the complaint alleges one or more curable violations, described in Subsection F.3 below, and provide an opportunity to cure. 3. Refer the matter to an independent hearing officer per Subsection G if: 1) the city clerk determines the complaint alleges one or more violations that are not curable, 2) additional fact-finding or legal interpretation is needed to ascertain the facts or information sufficient to support the alleged violations, or 3) the city clerk has determined the respondent did not substantially comply with the FCPA or act in good faith. (h) Curing violations: Upon the city clerk’s determination that a 1. complaint alleges a failure to file or otherwise disclose required information, or other curable violation, the city clerk will notify the respondent(s) by email, or by mail if email is unavailable, of the curable deficiencies alleged in the complaint. 2. Respondents shall have fifteen (15) business days from the date the notice is mailed to cure any deficiencies specified in the notice. 3. The city clerk may ask the respondent to provide additional information and may grant an extension of time to file a notice of intent to cure in order to respond to such a request. 4. After the period for cure, the city clerk will determine, within five (5) business days, whether the respondent(s) cured the violation(s), and if so, whether the respondent(s) substantially complied or acted in good faith. 5. If the city clerk determines that the respondent(s) substantially complied or acted in good faith, the city clerk will dismiss the complaint. 6. If the city clerk determines that the respondent neither substantially complied nor acted in good faith, the city clerk will take the action as set forth in Subsection (i). (i) Referral for Hearing: When the city clerk determines the complaint has alleged sufficient facts and/or provided sufficient information to support that the alleged violations were not curable, or the city clerk has determined the respondent(s) did not substantially comply with the FCPA or act in good faith, the city clerk shall refer the complaint to an independent hearing officer to hear and determine such complaint. 1. An informal hearing will be scheduled as soon as practicable, but no later than thirty (30) days after referral, unless the parties request an enlargement of time. 2. Notice of the hearing and any applicable procedures governing the hearing process will be sent to the complainant and respondent(s), who shall also receive a copy of the entire complaint received by the city clerk, within ten (10) business days of the referral to the hearing officer and may be sent via email. 3. Upon the request of either party, the hearing officer may issue an administrative subpoena requiring the attendance of a witness or party or documents, which shall be served on the party to whom it is directed by the requesting party pursuant to Rule 4 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. It shall be unlawful for a witness or party to fail to comply with such subpoena and may be prosecuted in municipal court with all penalties available in Section 1-24-10 of this Code. 4. The hearing shall be electronically recorded. The complainant and respondent(s) must be present. The city clerk may present the case, but the complainant shall have the burden of proof. The parties may question witnesses, and the city clerk may testify as to the information received and the city’s campaign finance requirements or procedures. 5. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the hearing officer may render a decision orally on the record or in writing within ten (10) business days, at the discretion of the hearing officer. If the hearing officer determines after a 6. hearing that a violation has occurred, the decision shall include any of the following orders, sanctions, or relief: a. Imposition of a civil penalty of at least double and up to five (5) times the amount contributed, received, or spent in violation of any contribution prohibition or limitation or in violation of a contribution reporting requirement. b. Imposition of a civil penalty of twenty-five ($25.00) per day for each day that a statement or other information required to be filed is not filed by the close of business on the day it is due. c. Order disclosure of the source and amount of any undisclosed contributions or expenditures. d. Order the return to the donor of any contribution made which was the subject of the violation. e. Any other relief or order deemed appropriate. (j) The hearing officer’s determination is a final decision subject to review under Rule 106, C.R.C.P. (k) Civil penalties may be collected in any manner authorized by law, included filing a civil action in state court or using a private collection agency. The city attorney shall be authorized to proceed with all judgment execution and collection procedures authorized by law, including interest if not paid within sixty (60) days of the hearing officer’s decision. (l) Any party in any action brought pursuant to this Section shall be entitled to recovery of the

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Public Notices party’s reasonable attorney fees and costs from any attorney or party who has brought or defended the action, either in whole or in part, if the hearing officer finds any of the following: 1. The action was interposed for delay or harassment; 2. An attorney or party unnecessarily expanded the proceeding by improper conduct; 3. A finding of bad faith either in filing the complaint or in the proceeding. Section 2. The purpose of this Ordinance is to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of the people. INTRODUCED, PASSED ON FIRST READING, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED THIS 21st DAY OF September, 2021. CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ ALICIA CALDERÓN, City Attorney Legal Notice No. BSB923 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 2372 INTRODUCED BY: Humbert AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO, AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF TITLE 3, TITLE 5, AND TITLE 8 OF THE BRIGHTON MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO LICENSING OF OUTDOOR VENDORS PASSED ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY this 21st day of September, 2021. CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ ALICIA CALDERÓN, City Attorney A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AND ON THE CITY OF BRIGHTON WEBSITE. Legal Notice No. BSB922 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE OF VACANCIES The City of Brighton is now accepting applications to fill positions that will be open on the following Boards and Commissions. Applications may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, 500 South 4th Avenue, 4th Floor, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The application is also available on the City of Brighton website at www.brightonco.gov. Completed applications should be returned to the City Clerk’s Office. City Council requires each applicant to attend a meeting of the Board or Commission you are applying for prior to the interview. PLANNING COMMISSION The Planning Commission has an opening for one (1) Ward 2 member at this time. The Board meets at 6:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of every month at Brighton City Hall. BOARD OF APPEALS The Board of Appeals has openings at this time. Members of this board are qualified by experience related to the construction industry and are trained to rule or review upon matters pertaining to building construction. The Board of Appeals meets at need to determine the suitability of alternate materials and methods of construction, acts on appeals for the city’s construction codes (building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical codes) and for Property Maintenance Codes. Brighton staff representatives are present to facilitate, including the Chief Building Official and a permit technician acting as the Board Secretary. Meetings are held at Brighton City Hall. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has an opening for two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Brighton Recreation Center. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION The Historic Preservation Commission has an opening for two (2) Alternate members at this time. At least 40% of commission members shall be professionals in preservation related discipline such as architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, archaeology, history, planning, American studies, American civilization, cultural geography or cultural anthropology. Recognizing that professionals may not be available in some communities, this requirement can be waived if the local government makes a good faith effort to recruit professionals and demonstrates that it is capable of carrying out commission responsibilities. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at Brighton City Hall. BRIGHTON HOUSING AUTHORITY The Brighton Housing Authority has an opening for one (1) Alternate member at this time. The Board meets on the second Thursday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at Historic City Hall. LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has openings for two (2) Lodging provider members and two (2) Alternate members at this time. The Board meets on the third Wednesday every quarter at 11:30 a.m. at Brighton City Hall. DISTRICT PLAN COMMISSION The District Plan Commission has an opening for one (1) City of Brighton commissioner at this time. The District Plan Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Adams County Government Building.

Any questions may be directed to Natalie Hoel in the Office of the City Clerk at 303-655-2056 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or email questions to nhoel@brightonco.gov. Legal Ad No.: BSB333891 Published in the Standard Blade First Publication: September 1, 2021 Second Publication: September 8, 2021 Third Publication: September 15, 2021 Fourth Publication: September 22, 2021 Fifth Publication: September 29, 2021

PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 2373 INTRODUCED BY: Blackhurst AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO (THE “CITY”), APPROVING A WATER LEASE AGREEMENT (“LEASE”) FOR CITY-OWNED WATER AND WATER RIGHTS TO JIM MCCLAY OF MCCLAY FARMS (THE “LESSEE”), SETTING FORTH THE TERMS OF SAID LEASE; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID WATER LEASE ON BEHALF OF THE CITY PASSED ON SECOND AND FINAL READING AND ORDERED PUBLISHED BY TITLE ONLY THIS 21st DAY OF September, 2021. CITY OF BRIGHTON, COLORADO /s/ GREGORY MILLS, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ NATALIE HOEL, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ ALICIA CALDERÓN, City Attorney A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AND ON THE CITY OF BRIGHTON WEBSITE. Legal Notice No. BSB920 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Metropolitan Districts Public Notice NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2022 BUDGET AND NOTICE CONCERNING 2020 & 2021 BUDGET AMENDMENTS BLUE LAKE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO.3 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the BLUE LAKE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 3 (the “District”) Town of Lochbuie County of Weld, State of Colorado, will hold a special meeting (the “Meeting”) at 10:00 AM on September 30, 2021, at 7995 E. Prentice Ave., Suite 103E, Greenwood Village, Colorado for the purpose of conducting such business as may come before the Board. The District requests that members of the public join and participate in the Board meeting via telephone and/or video conference. The telephone conference may be joined by dialing +1 253 215 8782, Meeting ID: 944 9908 9281. The audio/video conference may be joined using high speed Internet connection to: https://zoom.us/j/94499089281?pwd=Vmo0clB5c GRFcisrR24xV2YrUGhNdz09 FURTHER, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed budget has been submitted to the District for the ensuing year of 2022. A copy of the proposed budget has been filed in the office of Community Resource Services of Colorado, 7995 East Prentice Avenue, Ste 103E, Greenwood Village, CO, where the same is open for public inspection. Such proposed budget will be considered at the meeting of the District to be held at 10:00 AM on September 30, 2021. Any interested elector within the District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2022 budget. FURTHER, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed amended budgets have been submitted to the District for the fiscal years of 2020 and 2021. A copy of the proposed amended budgets has been filed in the office of Community Resource Services of Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection. Such proposed amended budgets will be considered at the meeting of the District to be held at 10:00 AM on September 30, 2021. Any interested elector within the District may inspect the proposed budgets and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2022 and 2021 budget amendments. Dated: September 17, 2021. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE BLUE LAKES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 3 /s/ COMMUNITY RESOURCE SERVICES OF COLORADO, L.L.C. Legal Notice No. BSB915 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCLUSION OF PROPERTY INTO BROMLEY PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 3 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there has been filed with the Board of Directors of Bromley Park Metropolitan District No. 3 (the “District”), Adams County, Colorado, a petition praying that certain property, which is described below, be included into the boundaries of the District. The owner of one hundred percent (100%) of the property identified in the petition has given its consent to the inclusion of the property into the District’s boundaries. Accordingly, notice is hereby given to all interested persons that they shall appear at a public hearing at by video conference at https:// us06web.zoom.us/j/81204907287 or by telecon-

ference by dialing +1 669 900 6833 and entering Meeting ID 812 0490 7287 at 9:15 AM on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, and show cause in writing why the petition should not be granted. The Board of Directors of the District, in its own discretion, may continue the hearing to a subsequent meeting.

Such Stockholder has paid all assessments levied by such Company against such stock since such notification; and

The petition for the inclusion of property was submitted by McDonald’s Real Estate Company, whose address is Attn: Director, US Legal Dept. (L/C 005-0777), 110 N. Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60607-2101. The property for which inclusion is sought is generally described as a parcel of land located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Bridge Street and North 50th Avenue in Brighton, Colorado.

The certificate is the property of the undersigned person or the undersigned person has the authority to sign this Statement; and

A full and complete legal description of the property petitioned for inclusion is on file at the Law Office of Michael E. Davis, LLC, 5910 S. University Blvd., Ste. C-18, #203, Greenwood Village, CO 80121, and is available for public inspection during regular business hours 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF BROMLEY PARK METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 3 By:LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL E. DAVIS, LLC Attorneys for the District Legal Notice No. BSB917 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE-INVITATION TO BID: South Beebe Draw Metropolitan District (“SBDMD”) is requesting sealed Bids for the “POND 331 RECHARGE” project. All sealed Bids are to be delivered to SBDMD’s office (front desk) at 7887 East Belleview Avenue, Suite 700 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 by 10:00 a.m. local time on October 13, 2021; and clearly labeled “POND 331 RECHARGE - Sealed Bid.” Bids received after that date and time will not be considered. Plan sets will be available on or after 12:00 p.m. on September 27, 2021 and can be obtained at SBDMD’s office for $150 per set (non-refundable) with a $50 fee for local mailing. A full set of construction documents can also be viewed after September 27, 2021 at the office of Civil Resources, LLC. located at 323 Fifth Street Frederick, CO. The project consists of, but is not limited to, furnishing and installing all labor and materials for site preparation and building construction activities including: 1) clear and grub; 2) seeding and revegetation; 3) piping (3,160 linear feet of 24” RCP) including manholes and construction of inlet/outlet structures; 4) earthwork (43,000 CY) including excavation, dewatering, haul, placing, and compaction of materials as necessary to construct the recharge pond and fills as shown on plan set; and 5) erosion protection. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 11:00 a.m. on October 1, 2021 at the project site north of the intersection of E 168th Ave and I-76. Requests for information are to be directed to Mr. Brad Hagen, P.E. at Civil Resources, LLC (303-833-1416 x201). By Order of the Board of Directors of South Beebe Draw Metropolitan District By: Drew Damiano, Assistant Secretary LEGAL NOTICE-INVITATION TO BID: South Beebe Draw Metropolitan District (“SBDMD”) is requesting sealed Bids for the “POND 331 RECHARGE” project. All sealed Bids are to be delivered to SBDMD’s office (front desk) at 7887 East Belleview Avenue, Suite 700 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 by 10:00 a.m. local time on October 13, 2021; and clearly labeled “POND 331 RECHARGE - Sealed Bid.” Bids received after that date and time will not be considered. Plan sets will be available on or after 12:00 p.m. on September 27, 2021 and can be obtained at SBDMD’s office for $150 per set (non-refundable) with a $50 fee for local mailing. A full set of construction documents can also be viewed after September 27, 2021 at the office of Civil Resources, LLC. located at 323 Fifth Street Frederick, CO. The project consists of, but is not limited to, furnishing and installing all labor and materials for site preparation and building construction activities including: 1) clear and grub; 2) seeding and revegetation; 3) piping (3,160 linear feet of 24” RCP) including manholes and construction of inlet/outlet structures; 4) earthwork (43,000 CY) including excavation, dewatering, haul, placing, and compaction of materials as necessary to construct the recharge pond and fills as shown on plan set; and 5) erosion protection. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 11:00 a.m. on October 1, 2021 at the project site north of the intersection of E 168th Ave and I-76. Requests for information are to be directed to Mr. Brad Hagen, P.E. at Civil Resources, LLC (303-833-1416 x201). By Order of the Board of Directors of South Beebe Draw Metropolitan District By: Drew Damiano, Assistant Secretary Legal Notice No. BSB916 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: October 6, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Misc. Private Legals DEMAND FOR ISSUANCE OF LOST STOCK CERTIFICATE TO The Gilliland Family Partners, LLLP COMPANY PURSUANT TO §7-42-114, C.R.S. STATE OF COLORADO CITY AND COUNTY OF Adams

Such Stockholder has lost, mislaid, or destroyed said stock certificate; and

The certificate has not been transferred or hypothecated by the Stockholder, or otherwise; and The undersigned hereby demands the issuance of a duplicate certificate in accordance with §742-114 to 7-42-117, C.R.S. /s/ Darren D. Gibbons The Gilliland Family Partners, LLLP 12460 W. Auburn Ave Lakewood, CO 80228 303-478-5134 Legal Ad No.: BSB333857 First Publication: September 9, 2021 Last Publication: October 6, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

PUBLIC NOTICE DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF ADAMS, STATE OF COLORADO ADAMS COUNTY COMBINED COURT Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601 CONSOLIDATED NOTICE OF PUBLICATION – ALLOCATION OF PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES Notice is hereby given that in the following proceedings filed in the Court under the Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act, the Court has found that due diligence has been used to obtain personal service of process within the State of Colorado or that efforts to obtain the same would have been to no avail. Pursuant to C.R.S. 14-10-107(4)(a), one publication of the following shall be published once during the month of SEPTEMBER, 2021. A copy of the Petition and Summons may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 35 days of this publication. Case Number Names of Parties 2021DR1170 MARIA GUADALUPE DELGADO ORTIZ VS RAUL ANDRES VALDEZ HERNANDEZ Alana Percy Clerk of the Combined Court Date: September 23, 2021 /s/ Madeline Scholl Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. BSB925 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade District Court Adams County, Colorado Court Address: 1100 Judicial Center Drive Brighton, CO 80601 Case Number: 21JV2112 Division: D2 In the Interest of: JOSIAH ESE DURAN

Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles PUBLIC NOTICE Abandoned Vehicle Sale Tri-County Auto Recovery LLC 720-298-7466 2011 YUKON 344885 1997 ACCORD 116096 2007 COBALT 2004 X5 V06632 2002 MONTERO 2016 FUSION 328218 1980 PINTO 216558 2003 CAVALIER 1991 CELICA 071116 1990 1500 2010 COBALT 1991 ACCLAIM 693145 1959 RAMBLER M60271 2008 LANCER 046900 2004 CIVIC 568281

SUMMONS IN PATERNITY To the Respondent named above this Summons serves as a notice to appear in this case. You are hereby notified that a Petition has been filed in this Court in which it is represented that Petitioner is the parent of the child(ren) named in the Petition. In this Petition, it is requested that the Court enter judgment determining paternity, requiring the parents to pay for the support of the child(ren), enter orders regarding parental responsibilities, and to grant such further relief as the Court deems proper, You may be required to pay a filing fee with your Response. The Response form (JDF 1315) can be found at www.courts.state.co.us by clicking on the “Self Help/Forms” tab. You are hereby summoned to appear for a hearing in Division D2 of the District Court, at the above address, on September 27, 2021 at 8:30 a.m., at which time an Order may be entered requiring you to pay support and other costs asked for in the Petition. If you fail to appear at the stated time and placem the Court may enter judgment finding you to be the parent of the child, enter child support orders, and address the other issues raised in the Petition, including parental responsibility. Dated September 1, 2021

The undersigned Stockholder states under oath the following:

/s/ Jack LeProwse, #13335 Attorney for the Petitioner

The undersigned Stockholder notified The United Water Company that Certificate Number 802 for 13 shares of the stock of the Company has been lost, mislaid, or destroyed; and

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Legal Ad No.: BSB333918 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Estate of Fred Louis Paswaters, a/k/a, Fred L. Paswaters, a/k/a Fred Paswaters, Deceased. Case Number: 2021PR30850

All persons having claims against the abovenamed Estate are required to present them to Personal Representative Mattew L. Paswaters, Personal Representative, c/o Casey L. Williams, or to the District Court of Adams, County, Colorado, on or before January 24, 2022 or the claims may be forever barred. Dated September 13, 2021. Casey L. Williams, Esq., #39117 Attorney for Mattew L. Paswaters, Personal Representative /s/Duly signed original on file Casey L. Williams, Esq., #39117 Attorney for Mattew L. Paswaters, Personal Representative 203 Telluride Street, #400 Brighton, CO 80601 Legal Ad No.: BSB333902 First Publication: September 22, 2021 Last Publication: October 6, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of James Wesley Reasoner, a/k/a James Reasoner, a/k/a James W. Reasoner, a/k/a Jim Reasoner, Deceased Case Number 2021PR30841

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Adams, County, Colorado or on or before January 15, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred.

Petitioner: MICHAEL ANTHONY ROMERO v. Respondent: DOMINIQUE MARTINEZ Attorney or Party Without Attorney (Name and Address): Jack LeProwse, P.C. 7390 Lowell Blvd., Westminster, CO 80030 Phone Number: (303)428-8576 FAX Number: (303)428-8578 Email: JLPC7390@gmail.com Atty. Reg. #: 13335

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Stephanie Kay Morrison 31200 E. 145th Avenue Brighton, CO 80603 Legal Ad No. BSB333881 First Publication: September 15, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Published In: Brighton Standard Blade

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kenneth M. Trostel, also known as Kenneth Manard Trostel, also known as Kenneth Trostel , Deceased Case Number 2021PR30852

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Adams County, Colorado, on or before January 17, 2022 or the claims may be forever barred. Sandra Skaggs 7151 Alan Drive Denver, CO 80221 Legal Ad No.:. BSB333870 First Publication: September 15, 23021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Carol Ann Fancher, aka Carol A. Fancher, aka Carol Fancher, Deceased Case No. 2021PR30823

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before November 26, 2021 or the claims may be forever barred.

Personal Representative: Deborah Rettedal 15918 E. Milan Dr. Aurora, CO 80013 Legal Ad No.: BSB333863 First Publication: September 15, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Francisco Mathis Martinez; a/k/a Francisco M. Martinez; Francisco Martinez Deceased. Case Number: 2021PR030563 All persons having claims against the abovenamed Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Adams County District Court on or before January 19, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred. Valentina Garcia 1335 East 100th Lane Thornton, CO 80229 Legal Ad No.: BSB333893 First Publication: September 15, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Adams County, Colorado on or before January 15, 2022, or the claims may be forever barred. Jodi L. Michel, Co-Personal Representative 792 S. 12th Ave. Brighton, CO 80601

Michael J. Jaeger, Co-Personal Representative 2312 Killoran Rd. Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093 Legal Ad No.: BSB333882 First Publication: September 15, 2021

and Concerning Niurka Izalbe, Martin Antonio Garcia, John Doe, Respondents

Public Notice

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MICHAEL JOHN EBERHARD, a/k/a Michael J. Eberhard, a/k/a Michael Eberhard, a/k/a Mike Eberhard, Deceased Case Number: 2021PR30862

To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above,

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Adams County, Colorado or the Personal Representative, Keith Eberhard, 4432 Bordeaux Blvd., Missoula, MT 59808 on or before January 31, 2022*, or the claims may be forever barred. Legal Notice No. BSB912 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: October 13, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

GREETINGS: Martin Antonio Garcia, John Doe You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty. You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition. You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 8th day of November, 2021, at the hour of 2:30 pm. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601.

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OFCOLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF:

Division D1 No. 21JV174

Jay’Anthony Madrid, Justuce Williams Children, and Concerning Brittany Turner, Rondale, Sudduth, Randy Williams ,Respondents

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO IN THE INTEREST OF:

SUMMONS To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETING: Randy Williams You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty. You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition. You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 15th day of October, 2021, at the hour of 9:50 a.m. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601.

Jasmine Gonzalez Child, and Concerning Mya Do, Jason Gonzalez, Calvin Simmons Respondents SUMMONS To the parents, guardian, or other respondents named above, GREETINGS: Calvin Simmons You are hereby notified that a verified petition has been filed in the above named Court in which it is represented to the Court that said child are alleged to be dependent and neglected; for the reasons set forth more fully in said petition, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference for greater certainty. You are further notified that the parent-child legal relationship may be terminated by this action, if prayed for in the petition.

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STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D1 No. 21JV230 THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO

IN THE INTEREST OF: Flaviany Saraie Izalbe, Anamaris Vianka Izalbe,

Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 17th day of September, 2021. Alana Percy, Clerk of the District Court Legal Notice No. BSB333910 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS Division D1 No. 21JV164

Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 20th day of September, 2021. Alana Percy, Clerk of the District Court Legal Notice No. BSB911 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF COLORADO IN THE DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF ADAMS

You are further notified that the Court has set said petition for hearing on the 16th day of November, 2021, at the hour of 2:30 pm. You are hereby notified to be and appear, at said time, before this Court located at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601. Witness my hand and seal of said Court this 19th day of September, 2021. Alana Percy, Clerk of the District Court Legal Notice No. BSB913 First Publication: September 29, 2021 Last Publication: September 29, 2021 Publisher: Brighton Standard Blade

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