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REMEMBERING 9/11 • Evergreen man shares story from Ground Zero | P6 • Firefighters honored at Big Chili CookOff | P10 • Annual Red Rocks 9/11 stair climb returns | P18 • Idaho Springs marks 20th anniversary | P20 Marshdale kindergartners wait patiently for the ceremony to start.

Marshdale Elementary honors first responders, veterans in annual ceremony BY OLIVIA JEWELL LOVE OLOVE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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overhead excited the crowd and was a perfect finale to Marshdale Elementary’s Patriot Day Recognition Ceremony. On Sept. 10, about 30 local veterans and first responders from Evergreen, Elk Creek and Inter-Canyon fire departments and the Jeffco Sheriff’s Office joined the elementary school in its annual ceremony honoring 9/11. The guests, who arrived in fire trucks and ambulances, were welcomed with breakfast, and

the ceremony was quickly underway. The Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts proudly presented the colors and raised the flag, followed by an allschool pledge of allegiance. Conifer High School student Stella Martin, a Marshdale alum, sang the national anthem. Principal Zak Martin greeted first responders and students alike and was in high spirits about the celebration. He said the area was “such a great family and community of

first responders.” The first responders and veterans introduced themselves, and many were parents of students and Marshdale Elementary alumni themselves. Jacob Ware, Elk Creek fire chief and a Marshdale parent, said the event was key for kids to be part of, and it was important to “get together to remember those who are no SEE PATRIOTS, P9

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Sylvia Brockner

Roald Flater

03/22/1926 - 08/27/2021 so they would continue to provide a safe habitat for local waterfowl and other birds.

A Life Well-Lived in the Evergreen World Sylvia Brockner, an environmental activist, educator and writer since she moved to Evergreen in 1965, passed away peacefully on Sept. 3, 2021, just a few weeks shy of her 102nd birthday. Sylvia was the youngest of Frank and Frances Booth’s five children. Born in 1919 on their farm in Western New York State, looking out toward Lake Erie, she used to say that after her four siblings went to college, there was no money left for her. She had taken all of the art courses that her high school offered (two) and got a job as a docent at the Buffalo Museum of Science. It was there that her raven hair, big brown eyes and stylish red slacks caught the eye of Winston William Brockner. When he asked her if she would like to go owling some night, she was smitten. They were married in 1940 and moved to Evergreen in 1965 when Win was transferred as an accountant for General Motors. His new boss disagreed with Winston Churchill’s politics and decreed that he would call Brockner by his middle name instead of his first, and so “Bill” was born. Sylvia and Bill founded the Evergreen Naturalists in 1968, which became Evergreen Audubon, and she helped Jefferson County Open Space acquire 319 acres of land that became Lair o’ the Bear Open Space Park that opened to the public in 1991. She was a founding member of the Mountain Area Land Trust in 1992, an organization that has conserved more than 22,000 acres within 50 miles of Evergreen. When the Evergreen Lake House was constructed in 1993, she was instrumental in ensuring that the wetlands north of the building were not destroyed,

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In 2016 she was inducted into the Jefferson County Hall of Fame for her contributions to conserving wildlife habitats in the County. In accepting that award, Sylvia observed that there is nothing that compares to being able to pass by a piece of land that has been protected from development and knowing that it will always be there. For 45 years her weekly column, “Our Evergreen World,” published in the Canyon Courier, documented the birds and plants that make up our natural world in the area. In her series, she authored more than 2,200 articles, with each article accompanied by one of her charming original penand-ink drawings. She published two books, one in 1974 and the second in 2017 (when she was nearly 97 years old), that were plucked from the best of her newspaper columns over the years. For 30 years, Sylvia was a licensed bird bander, helping to map the migration of birds in the area, and was also a member of the Evergreen Garden Club. Her legacy is clearly anchored in her deep love for the outdoors, and she dedicated her life’s work to ensuring that Evergreen’s residents and visitors would forever be able to enjoy the local wildlife habitats — natural and protected from development. Sylvia is survived by her seven nieces and nephews — Trisha Kozma of Auburn, Washington; Barbara McKee of Half Moon Bay, California; Sandra Smith of Santa Clarita, California; Sylvia Graovac of Vista, California; Rebecca Smith of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; David Brockner of West Seneca, New York, and Mark Brockner of West Falls, New York -- and their families. A Celebration of Sylvia’s Life is planned for her birthday, Oct. 13, 2021, at the Evergreen Lake House.

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October 30, 1948 - September 3, 2021 David (Dave) Rommelmann, 72, of Evergreen, Colorado passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on September 3, 2021. Dave was born October 30, 1948 in Centralia, Illinois. He attended the two-room Lutheran school house in Ferrin, Illinois for grade school and graduated from Carlyle High School. He earned a B.S. in Civil Engineering from University of Missouri Rolla (Missouri S&T). Following graduation in 1970, he served in the US Army at Fort Baker, California. In 1971, Dave married Patti Maune. Later that same year he was deployed to Vietnam. Upon his return, he launched a career designing water/wastewater treatment plants and he and Patti were blessed with four daughters. He was affiliated with many professional organizations, including the American Water Works Association and made numerous cutting-edge contributions to his industry. One of his projects, “Water Conserve II” is still the largest water reuse project of its kind in the world 30 years later. In 2008, he was awarded an honorary professional degree from Missouri S&T for his contributions to water/ wastewater treatment. After 30 years in engineering, he pivoted to a career in Financial Planning, where he helped families manage their assets and retirement. He earned a master’s degree in Personal Financial Planning in 2012. Dave will be remembered as someone who approached all problems with a resolute determination

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Roald Harold Flater, 95, Passed away peacefully on 8/27/21 at home in Evergreen, CO. Roald was born in Norrkoping, Sweden of American parents in 1926, raised in Norway and Sweden where his Father worked at International Harvester Co, a US corporation. In growing up, he played tennis, sailed and skied in addition to learning 4 languages. The family registered with the American Embassy every 4 years for Visas. Roald went to the equivalent of US High School in Sweden and at age 18 , he was drafted into the U.S. Military. After induction into the U.S. Army he was sent to Fort McClellan in Alabama, for 17 weeks of basic training as a heavy weapons crewman, then served in General George Patton’s Third Army in Europe for 1 ½ years. After the war, he went to Northwestern University and graduated in 1949 with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, all the time playing Varsity Tennis, on the G.I Bill of Rights. After University, he married his first wife, Mary Lou Hackett and raised 3 girls over 20 years, AnnCharlotte, Kathleen and Jacqueline. He started a business with his 2 brothers and eventually ended up running and owning Frontier Laundry and Equipment Company in Denver, Co. selling laundry and dry cleaning equipment and playing tennis on a National basis. In the 1970’s he got divorced and married Sheryl Groninga (Flater) from Iowa and they were together for the rest of his life. At 35 he developed 4 Passions that he pursued vigorously until his 90th year. #1 – Powder Skiing with 1.8 million vertical feet of heli-skiing in British Columbia from 1974-1990. Also, in Vail, Aspen and Switzerland until 90 years old. #2 – Learning to Fly – Getting his Solo Pilot License, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-engine and Seaplane Ratings and checked out in 22 different aircraft while flying over 30 years (for the love of flying) until the age of 90. Flying with wife, Sheryl, as co-pilot landing on a grass strip at her family farm in Iowa, Also Arizona and points West.

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to make the world a better place and give back to his community. Throughout his volunteer work with Evergreen Rotary (club president 2009-2010) and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene), he worked to ensure access to health care and vaccinations, as well as safe drinking water and sanitation worldwide. As a senior camp counselor for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), he helped young people build self-confidence and develop leadership skills. He also strove to ensure people remember those who fought for the freedom of our country through his work with the American Legion. Dave loved gardening, wood working, fixing tractors, and riding horses. Most of all, he loved to be surrounded by family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Vera (Stein) Rommelmann and his brother, Gary. Dave is survived by his sisters Arlene and Donna, his wife Patti (Maune), four daughters: Shelley (Chris), Vanessa (Richard), Kate (Scott) and Megan (Erik) and eight grandchildren: Conner, Kera, Soren, Liam, Riordan, Will, Hadleigh and Stella.

He attended Conifer High School, Red Rocks community College and CU Boulder where he

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Played competitively and won every age class singles and doubles tournaments in Colorado from 35 until 80 years old. Played on the US Team for the Osuna Cup against Mexico 8 times. Won 8 US National Championships singles and doubles (gold balls) in the different age classes and 12 Finalist Silver Balls over 50 years of playing (40-90). Won a World Championship as a member of the US National Senior Cup Team and was elected to the Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame in 2008. His Father, Harald, was born in Norway and his Mother, Anna, was born in Sweden, and his Father came to the USA in 1885 and was Naturalized in Milwaukee County Court in 1888 to become a US Citizen and married his Mother in 1919 who then automatically became a US Citizen at that time. Roald is survived by his wife: Sheryl Flater (Evergreen), Daughters: Ann-Charlotte Flater (John Nicoletti), Jacqueline Wood (Rich), Grandchildren: Amy Anderson (Ben), Kristi Collins (Bjorn), Austinn Wood, Anna Wood and great-grandchildren: Madelyn and Lillian Anderson. He is preceded in death by his parents: Harald and Anna Flater, His daughter: Kathleen Johns (Jeff), and siblings: Anders, Harold and Anne-Marie Karnis. Memorial donations may be made to Mt. Evans Hospice, 3081 Bergen Peak Drive, Evergreen, CO 80439 (303-674-6400). The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Mt. Evans Hospice, Evergreen Highlands neighbors, family and friends for their support through Roald’s long illness.

pursued a degree in computer science and artificial intelligence.

Nathan was just 21 years old when he died in his family home in Evergreen. He is survived by his parents, Brian Clapp and Lauri Hudson Clapp, his older brother, Joseph, and wonderful and loving extended family.

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#4 – Tennis - Starting at the age of 7 competing in every age class from age 10 and under to age 91 and all over the world. Became a Professional Tennis Teacher with the USPTA Ratings and taught tennis at Great West Tennis Club, Hiwan Country Club and Evergreen Tennis Club for over 50 years.

Nathan Hudson Clapp

Nathan Hudson Clapp was called home by his Lord and Savior on August 30, 2021.

Private interment will be at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver. A celebration of Dave’s life will be held in June of 2022. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Evergreen Rotary Foundation, PO Box 4143, Evergreen, CO 80437. Please note in the memo line, ‘Memorial for David Rommelmann’.

#3 – Sailing - 35 Foot monohull boats as Captain with Sheryl as only Crew all over the World: US Coasts, New Zealand, Windward Islands, Caribbean and Virgin Islands and Norwegian fjords for the years from 40 to 90 years old.

Nathan loved life. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He especially loved helping people; repairing cars with his father, playing chess and hiking with his older brother, making tea for his mother nearly every day, helping with grocery shopping, felling trees for family, friends and neighbors; big job, or small, he was always there for others. Nathan loved to experience new places and things. We are at peace knowing his last adventure will be spending eternity in Heaven with family who went before him

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NEWS BRIEFS RTD restarts bus service to Denver RTD has restarted its bus service from Evergreen and the 285 Corridor to the Federal Center and downtown Denver. The service started after Labor Day and is available on weekdays, and a one-way ticket costs $5.25. Masks are required on buses. Details on the route stops and times, and ticket packages are available at rtd-denver.com. The Conifer routes leave the Pine Junction park-n-Ride at 4:52 a.m., 5:52 a.m. and 6:49 a.m., stop at the Mountain View, Aspen Park and Twin Forks park-n-Rides before heading to the Federal Center and Denver’s Civic Center. The return routes leave Civic Center station at 3:22 p.m., 4:22 p.m. and 5:22 p.m., heading to the Federal Center and then stopping at the four park-nRides. The Evergreen routes leave the Evergreen park-n-Ride by Christ the King Catholic Church at 5:40 a.m., 6:40 a.m. and 7:40 a.m., stopping at the Bergen Park, El Rancho, Genesee, Paradise Hills and Wooly Mammoth park-n-Rides before stopping at the Federal Center and heading for Denver. The return rides leave downtown Denver at 4:02 p.m., 5:02 p.m. and 6:02 p.m., stopping at the Federal Center at the park-n-Rides. RTD suspended bus service to Evergreen and the 285 Corridor in 2020 during the pandemic because of the lack of riders. Intruders at Elk Creek Fire Station 3 The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is looking for six people who entered a fenced-off building at Elk Creek Fire Station 3 in Conifer around 3 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 8. The building houses transmission equipment that allows emergency responders to quickly communicate with residents in an emergency. The intruders’ actions after breaking into the secure area resulted in a disruption to some public safety radio communications, according to a Jeffco Sheriff’s Office news release. Security cameras captured the intruders, who have not yet been identified, and it appears to be four males and two females, the release

said. Anyone with information should contact investigator Mario Gonzalez-Ochoa at mgonzale@jeffco.us or 303-271-5873, or Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867); reference case number 21-15992. One claim remains in Elk Creek Fire lawsuit A district court judge has dismissed four of the five claims in a lawsuit filed by Foothills Housing 1 against the Elk Creek Fire Protection District. Judge Philip J. McNulty said in the Sept. 7 decision that he would not dismiss the fifth claim because the Elk Creek fire board’s decision to not enter into a Fire Service Expansion Agreement with Foothills was a judicial or quasi-judicial function, not a legislative decision. McNulty said that Foothills could appeal to the courts under what is known as Rule 106, where the court can look at a decision and potentially reverses it if the court feels the government body exceeded its jurisdiction or abused its discretion. This happens when a decision by a government body can’t be appealed. The Fire Service Expansion Agreement would have allowed Foothills to purchase a ladder truck for Elk Creek Fire and to pay for parts of salaries for three additional firefighters. In exchange, Elk Creek would provide documentation to Jefferson County saying it would provide fire service to the 188-home development Foothills wants to build behind the Conifer Safeway. Elk Creek said the decision was legislative, while Foothills said Elk Creek exceeded its jurisdiction by voting down the agreement 4-2, calling it “arbitrary and capricious and an abuse of Elk Creek’s discretion.” McNulty dismissed Foothills’ request for a declaratory judgment, the breach of contract and promissory estoppel claims, and Foothills’ request that the court appoint someone to run the fire department because “Foothills was unhappy with the fire board’s decision,” calling it “frivolous and substantially groundless.” ~ Deb Hurley Brobst

CORRECTION A story about the 50th anniversary of the United Methodist Church of Evergreen misspelled the names of the Keron and Sandy Sandusky.

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Sylvia Brockner chats with friends during her 100th birthday celebration.

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Flying on birds’ wings Evergreen naturalist Sylvia Brockner dies at 101 BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Evergreen has lost an icon. Sylvia Brockner, environmental activist, educator, writer and artist, died Sept. 3 at the age of 101. She was involved in many area organizations, fought for open space and won several awards for her efforts. Just as importantly, she mentored all ages, inspiring them to observe the wonders of the natural world around them. Her friends describe her as a voracious reader, a knitter, someone always with homemade cookies in her kitchen, brilliant, independent,

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looking for birds because of them,” she noted.

A celebration of life for Sylvia Brockner will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, at the Evergreen Lake House. Oct. 13 would have been her 102nd birthday. Organizers ask that attendees RSVP to Marilyn Rhodes at cloverlane@aol.com or by calling 720-333-2551.

Moving to Evergreen Sylvia and her husband, Bill Brockner — they were known as “Bill and Syl” — moved to Evergreen in 1965. They founded the Evergreen Naturalists in 1968, which later became Evergreen Audubon. In 1972, Sylvia began writing and illustrating “Our Evergreen World” for the Canyon Courier, an outdoors column that informed readers about a variety of birds, plants, wildflowers and animals that became a weekly staple for readers. She discontinued writing the column in 2017 after she moved to Elk Run Assisted Living, saying she wasn’t able to provide the same service to readers because she wasn’t getting out as often. Some of her more than 2,200 col-

stubborn, and having more knowledge about birds, animals and plants than anyone else they know. “They broke the mold when they made her,” friend Laura Mehmert said. Friend Loie Evans added that her love of birding came directly from her association with Sylvia and her husband Bill — a sentiment echoed by many. “I’m at Evergreen Lake every day

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umns were turned into two books: “Birds in Our Evergreen World” published in 1974 and “Mountain Birds of Colorado: A Layman’s Guide to Birdwatching in Colorado’s Mountain Area” published in 2017. Bill and Syl helped Jefferson County Open Space acquire Elk Meadow, Noble Meadow and Lair o’ the Bear parks. In 1992, they helped create the Mountain Area Land Trust, and in 1993 when the Evergreen Lake House was built, they were instrumental in ensuring that the nearby wetlands were not destroyed to provide a safe bird habitat. Bill and Syl were awarded the Evergreen Audubon Founders Award in 2001, recognizing them as Evergreen’s foremost educators in birds and plants, and advocates for protecSEE BROCKNER, P5

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Karel Buckley, Sylvia Brockner, Loie Evans and Ruth Salter on a birding trip in 2008 to COURTESY PHOTO Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico.

Sylvia Brockner hangs a pine cone filled with peanut butter and bird seeds on the bird COURTESY PHOTO tree-trimming tree.

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tion of the environment. Sylvia received the Evergreen Area Community Service Award several decades ago, and in 2016, she was inducted into the Jefferson County Hall of Fame.

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First meetings Friends talk about meeting Sylvia by attending weekly birder breakfasts with the couple or through her newspaper column. Kathi LaTourrette said she subscribed to the Canyon Courier when she moved to Evergreen in 1977, growing to love Sylvia’s column. “Our son, TenEyck, who was 3 years old, wanted to know how we could get bluebirds to come to our house,” LaTourrette said. “We wrote Sylvia using the Canyon Courier address, and she wrote us back with ideas, and that began our friendship. There was never a question too

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simple or an observation that Sylvia wasn’t happy to hear. She enriched our children’s lives and those of so many others. Evergreen has been so fortunate to have both Sylvia and Bill in the community.” Marilyn Rhodes chuckles when she thinks about how she met the couple. “I’m from Oklahoma, and with the move to 7,500 feet, birds and creatures were different than what I was used to,” Rhodes explained. “We found a dead bird, and since I was reading her column, I called (the Brockners). They invited me to bring the bird to their home on Herzman Mesa and asked me to lay it on the kitchen bar. It was a Malagasy warbler, which is a bit unusual. They were delighted that they inspected it, identified it and tried to figure out how it died.” She noted that Sylvia brought out a tray of warm chocolate chip cookies, so they munched on milk and cookies while identifying the bird. She called the encounter with the Brockners priceless.

Sylvia Brockner, center, was inducted in the Jefferson County Hall of Fame in 2016. Among those attending the luncheon were, from left, Sylvia Robertson, Loie Evans and Kathi LaTourrette. COURTESY PHOTO

Other endeavors Sylvia Robertson said Sylvia was very involved in weed awareness days at Evergreen Lake when volunteers pulled weeds in the area. Weed days were also educational, and Sylvia sat at a table for hours, helping area residents identify plants they brought. “She always had the answer,” Robertson said, “and everyone appreciated that so much.” Friends talk about the amazing wildflower classes and hikes she led, noting that a hike could take hours because Sylvia stopped to examine many plants and flowers she saw, all the while educating her fellow hikers. Bill and Syl took birders on expeditions, and they spent the days hiking or driving what Evans described as 2 mph along roads to look for birds, and the Brockners continuously told bird stories. Evans noted that sometimes the couple would argue about what they saw, going back and forth about the bird’s markings, size and more until they came to a decision

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on the identification. LaTourrette described the bird tree-trimming parties led by the Brockners during the holidays where pine cones with peanut butter and bird seeds became the ornaments on trees near the library, and attendees sang Christmas carols and drank hot chocolate. A few years ago at an Audubon meeting, according to friend and former neighbor Karel Buckley, the group was reviewing bird calls for the upcoming annual Christmas Bird Count. Sylvia, in her 90s and with poor hearing, named the birds before the rest of the group. Rhodes said in addition to the vast knowledge Sylvia imparted to others in her many decades in Evergreen, Sylvia taught her even more. “She showed me how to grow old and how to be an active senior,” Rhodes said. “She was a good role model for sharing what she knew. She was a teacher through and through.”

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Talking about 9/11 events Evergreen man writing a book about his experience in New York City BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

It’s time for Stephen Venters to talk about what he did and saw on 9/11. The Evergreen resident, who was in New York City in September 2001, feels a need to talk about his experiences for two reasons: to explain what transpired in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks that took out the Twin Towers and because he has realized that talking about that time helps him deal with the emotional toll such a traumatic experience takes. Venters spent 90 minutes of Sept. 9 at the Evergreen Library talking about what he witnessed. At the age of 26 and after six months of traveling around the world, he stopped in New York City, taking in the sights. He and a friend planned to go to a restaurant in one of the Twin Towers on Sept. 11 for dinner to see the city at night. That was not to be. “A lot of people’s stories start with the towers falling,” he said, “but mine happened much more modestly than that.” He slept late the morning of 9/11 in a hostel on the north side of Manhattan, and after hearing what transpired earlier that morning, he

Steve Venters, who was visiting New York City, had planned to go to dinner with a friend at a restaurant in one of the Twin Towers on Sept. 11, 2001. . PHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST

took a cab as close to Ground Zerio as he could get to look for ways to help. “Realizing what had happened in the city I was in, I knew I had to be involved,” he said of New York City, which he had fallen in love with.

Stephen Venters of Evergreen speaks about his experiences at Ground Zero in the days after the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. Venters is in the bottom left of the photo taken on Sept. 11, 2001. He spoke about his experiences at the Evergreen Public Library.

He was trained in PAD — the Patient Assessment Detail — and waited for injured victims to arrive in a massive makeshift hospital, but there weren’t many. With little to do, he made his way closer to Ground Zero. “I so badly wanted to save a life,” he said. “I had a burning need to grab a hand and save someone, but when I got to (Ground Zero), I was amazed and dumbstruck. My fairytale dream of saving someone … evaporated in an instant.” He marveled at the destruction, calling it hell on Earth, and he was not dressed or prepared to try to move through the wreckage. He explained that the air was filled with a black smoke that hurt people’s throats and with dust from wreckage — and there was no way to get out of it. By 2 a.m. Sept. 12, 2001, he was finally put to work, triaging firefighters and other first responders for smoke inhalation and dehydration, or who needed eye washes and other

first-aid care. He also spent time working in what became known as the Brooks Brothers Morgue, which was in a large Brooks Brothers clothing store near Ground Zero, looking for identifying information. His work in the morgue was the most haunting. He left the disaster site for the hostel, feeling guilty that he didn’t do more, and returned the next day, helping organize supplies that were coming in by ferry, noting that he finally felt useful. By Sept. 15, 2001, civilian helpers were no longer needed, but before Venters left, he joined one of the many bucket brigades sifting through the rubble looking for human remains. He participated for a short time before leaving the area for good. He said he harbored a lot of guilt for the next 10 years because he left New York City. He returned in October 2001 to see the progress that was made, and he began writing several hundred pages in journals about his experiences. “During those first years, I intensely read accounts of victims who were in the towers,” Venters said. “I tried to imagine what they felt, and I felt I needed to learn their stories. I think part of that was I had seen their remains. I owed them and needed to know their stories. It was some sort of survivor’s guilt.” He has visited Ground Zero numerous times over the last two decades, noting that he always felt alone because he was simply a civilian volunteer, not part of a fire department or organization. In addition, those who weren’t in New York City at the time didn’t understand what he had been through. Writing a book that he hopes will be published next year has helped. “It’s helping me to talk about it,” he said. “It’s helping me to get the story out because it’s getting the story out of me.”

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VOICES Decaffeinate and de-escalate

n any given day I will usually have one or two cups of coffee in the morning. On those days where I have three or four, I feel a very palpable difference … I am wired. I also notice that I am a bit more anxious and a lot more impatient. For me, I cannot drink coffee at night for this very reason. I would be up all night. We all respond differently to caffeine, some get wired like I do, and others can drink coffee all day without losing the ability to fall asleep at night. As I look around at what is happening in our country and around the world, I feel like maybe, just maybe there are way too many overcaffeinated people out there. Violent crimes, verbal attacks, road rage, stadium brawls, random acts of violence and other assaults on humanity are occurring with greater frequency, and in some cases, an all-time high. I am not a clinical expert, but anxiousness, fear, doubt and worry seem to be at an all-time high as well. It’s like we are going to our favorite coffee shop asking for

a double shot of impatience with extra anxiety. Or we are making our own coffee at home, maybe the double espresso anger brew with some steamed “Hurray for me and the heck with you” creamer. And that’s just Michael Norton the coffee version. For others it may be the caffeinated soda we drink or the highly caffeinated beverages we consume. Would we like a large or super-size cup of revenge with that burger and fries? And if we really need a jolt, maybe we pick up a shot of the five-hour hostility, you know that little bottle with a kick in it. What could possibly be going on at a baseball game that could stir such hatred amongst the fans? And are we talking about the fans at the World Series, or parents at a Little League baseball game? Are we coming together to enjoy the great American pastime, “baseball, hot dogs and animosity pie?”

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I am not sure about you, but I am seeing more and more road rage on our streets. Offended drivers attacking one another, flipping each other off, riding so close on the other one’s bumper to try an intimidate them. It’s like they look down and see that their bitterness tank is full, and they feel compelled to try and empty it. Wouldn’t it be better to attend a game and get an order of nachos with a side of jalapenos and good sportsmanship? Or perhaps drivethru at our favorite coffee house and ask for an iced latte with a double shot of kindness. Maybe we can look down at the gauges on our dashboard and see that our gentleness needle is right where it is supposed to be as we just let others drive on by, even letting them get in front of us. Did you ever notice that when you scream or yell or threaten others that they now pay attention to you? No, of course you haven’t because that never happens. What does happen is that the other person usually does one of two things, they shut down or they stand up and fight

back. And in either case, nothing gets resolved. Instead, there is just lots of shoving, pushing, name-calling, brain damage and heartache. Look, caffeine is certainly not the problem, it was simply used for illustrative purposes. But we are acting out in ways that would suggest that we could all use a little decaf right now. A super-size decaf with two packets of “I love you” and some extra forgiveness while we refuel our hearts with understanding and patience. Isn’t it time to pause and take a bit of the edge off? Are we sweating the small stuff, the big stuff and everything in between? I would love to hear your thoughts and your story at mnorton@tramazing.com, and remember that when we decaffeinate, we are more likely to deescalate, and then 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.

Rounding third base as fourth quarter nears

he fourth quarter of the year begins soon. Investors are still on the edge of their seats concerned about potential tax law changes and any Federal Reserve policy that might spook the financial markets. The economy is open … or is it? Pandemic concerns continue, schools are open, but some have reverted back to remote learning. Many employees continue to work from home. No wonder it feels like we are riding an economic seesaw. A deeper look boils down to a few distinct issues that affect investors: What will the Fed do? And will COVID-19 and its variants shut down the economy in a big way again? Our Chief Economist, Bill Greiner, believes our current elevated inflation numbers are largely based on the partial reopening, supply chain issues and pent-up demand for goods and services. This will likely calm down over time, Greiner says. This is key for the Fed to decide whether inflation is enough of

a sustainable threat to raise interest rates in the near term. Last year, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell launched the framework to hopefully lead us back to more normal policy at the Jackson Hole Patricia Kummer Economic Symposium. That may be slightly derailed this year based on an uneven labor market and surge of the coronavirus Delta variant, per Bloomberg News. It may be difficult for investors to be patient and watch for meaningful opportunities, rather than secondguessing how the remainder of the year will play out. The uncertainty in employment, education, inflation and interest rates may be here for a while. The first eight months of the year produced above-average investment returns, so what lies in store for the last few months of the year?

FINANCIAL STRATEGIES

You could think of this in a baseball analogy, rounding second base and safe at third. Now, do you wait for someone else to hit the ball? Or do you steal home plate before the next out? Think of what you don’t have control over and when to take action. Significant unknowns remain with the delta variant and how this will affect the economy in the long run. Many businesses feel they are behind by a year and a half by now, and some employees currently plan to remain home until next January. The macroeconomic picture is murky with a burgeoning federal deficit and global ramifications from China in addition to the Fed story and inflation.¹ The positives that help balance out the negatives are that we have high labor productivity, a strong money supply and positive corporate earnings. Although we expect to see housing prices and corporate earnings start to slow, the first half of the year showed enough growth

for an entire year. Investors and their advisers should focus on the fundamentals, which show continued positive equity markets with monetary policy, GDP growth and earnings all improving. However, every good financial plan should have flexibility for when those unknowns become reality. Make sure your plan is in order as we start the final quarter of a very unusual year. Check and see if you should adjust your taxable income, 401(k) contributions or realize capital gains or losses before year-end. There are a lot of opportunities to take better control of your finances before there could be changes next year, in interest rates, inflation or tax policy. Patricia Kummer has been a Certified Financial Planner professional and a fiduciary for over 35 years and is Managing Director for Mariner Wealth Advisors, an SEC Registered Investment Adviser.

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Veterans and first responders stand at attention as Conifer High School student Stella Martin sings the national anthem.

Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts complete the flag-raising ceremony at Marshdale ElemenPHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST tary.

Helicopters fly over Marshdale Elementary School on Sept. 10 during the school’s annual Patriot Day, which honors veterans and first responders. The event is conducted near Sept. 11 to remember the first responders and those who died in the attacks in 2001.

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Three Flight for Life helicopters, flown by Marshdale parents, circled the school to honor first responders and veterans.

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longer with us.” Martin told students assembled in the parking lot that 20 years ago a tragic event happened in the country, and the nation was hurt. “We recognize and understand the value of first responders,” he explained, which is why the school honors first responders each year. After the introductions, the group took a moment of silence to remember the events of 9/11. The silence was broken by three Flight for Life helicopters, flown by Marshdale Elementary parents Curtis Wanberg, John Bernhart and Jared Winters, who circled over the school three times.

Student Aspen Winters is very familiar with helicopters because her dad was one of the pilots. “I thought it was cool my dad was taking the time to do it,” Aspen said. She thought the view from the ground was unique because she is usually inside the helicopter with her dad. The flyover was a hit with the other students as well, provoking many gasps and shouts. Student Benton Wright, who took part in the Cub Scout flag-raising ceremony, was impressed by the helicopter display. “I was waving `hi’ to them,” he said to show his support. As the firefighters and EMS workers left, they flashed the lights and sounded their sirens on their rigs to the delight of the students.

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Community and firefighters celebrate return of Big Chili Event falling on 9/11 anniversary adds to poignancy

2021 BIG CHILI WINNERS Firefighter Challenge 1st Place - Clint Sayler – Platte Canyon Fire Department - 5 x winner (time 2 minutes) 2nd Place – Chris Volek – Evergreen Fire Rescue (time 2 min 8 sec)

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There was no better way for local firefighters to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11 than by spending time with their colleagues and communities at the Big Chili Cook-Off. At least, that was how Evergreen Fire/Rescue firefighter Chris Voleck felt. “I think there’s no better way than the American way — neighbors helping neighbors,” he said. “And that’s what we’re doing here.” Thousands of people turned out for Saturday’s Big Chili Cook-Off, the annual event that benefits six local fire departments. The event was canceled last year because of COVID-19 but returned to Evergreen’s Buchanan Field in style. This year’s event featured eight booths run by first responder agencies and 33 by restaurants, businesses, groups of friends and families. Proceeds from the event are split evenly among the Elk Creek, Evergreen, Indian Hills, Inter-Canyon, North Fork and Platte Canyon fire departments. They typically use the funds, which has been as much as $7,000 each, to buy much-needed equipment. Evergreen Fire/Rescue Assistant

Big Chili organizer Lora Knowlton, bottom center, poses for a picture on Sept. 11 with representatives from the Elk Creek, Evergreen, Indian Hills, Inter-Canyon, North Fork and Platte Canyon fire departments. The six departments receive funds from the annual event, which they use to purchase much-needed equipment. PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN

Chief Stacee Martin and Marc Rosenberg, Indian Hills’ deputy chief, said their departments could use this year’s revenues to buy wildland firefighting resources. Meanwhile, Elk Creek’s Logistics Chief Scott Aaronson said his department might use some of it for recruiting and training.

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John Gleason, Platte Canyon’s volunteer assistant chief, said Big Chili was sorely missed last year, as it always helps out the local departments tremendously. For fire departments in the rural area, budgets are tough, he explained. Beyond the proceeds, the event is also important community-building. It’s a rare opportunity for firefighters to see each other outside of an emergency, and for firefighters to see their community members as well, Gleason explained. “This event, for us is a highlight of the activities that we do,” he said, adding that Bailey Day is the other one. “… It’s family. We want to keep that close-knit community thing SEE BIG CHILI, P12

JUDGES CHOICE Red 1st Pam Podiak – “Pam’s Wild Wild West” 2nd James Anderson (Evergreen Fire/ Rescue) – “Rockin Red” 3rd Charles Elliott (Elk Creek Fire Department) – “Charlie’s Cowboy Red” Green 1st Brian Himmelman (Himmelman State Farm) - “Change Your Khakis Green” 2nd John Sherry (LeaderOne Financial Mortgage) – “Back Draft Green” 3rd Steve Farland (The Chairman) – “Chairman of the Board” Vegetarian 1st Larry Edwards – “Larry’s Veggie Bonanza” 2nd Tiffany Lockwood – Coldwell Banker – “Veggiepalooza” 3rd Charles Elliott (Elk Creek Fire Department) – “Conifer Mountain Veggie” Restaurant Red – Taylor Jansen (Lariat Lodge Brewing Co) - “Lodge Podge Red” Green – Evan Lambardi (Clear Creek Cidery & Eatery) - “OH-MY-GAWD Green” Veggie – Shirley Giovarelli (Brookdale Arvada) – “Mama Gio’s Verde Vegetali” Best Fire Department Chili – John Porter – Evergreen Fire/Rescue – “Evergreen Fire Red 2” PEOPLES CHOICE Red – Dustin Kruse (Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center) – “Mmmmmmeaty Red Chili” Green – Barry Himmelman (Himmelman Construction) – “Morning After Blues Green Pork Chili” Veggie – Larry Edwards - “Larry’s Veggie Bonanza” Showmanship – Coldwell Banker

Saturday • October 2 Paramount Theatre Ava Schubert pours chili at the Chair of the Board Chili booth on Sept. 11 at the Big Chili Cook-Off. Schubert was helping her grandpa Stephen Farland make the chili, just as her mom had helped him in 2003 and 2004, making for three generations of chili-makers.

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20 years of chili, honoring firefighters Big Chili started with an idea on a napkin and morphed into a huge festival BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Who knew that the musings of an Evergreen man waiting for a friend to arrive at the Morrison Inn 20 years ago would evolve into the iconic Big Chili? The man, Bob Potrykus, paged through a Canyon Courier, found a story about how thinly stretched area volunteer fire departments were after fighting wildfires such as the Hi Meadow Fire in 2000 and the Hayman Fire in 2002. “I started literally writing on a napkin the idea of putting together a festival where I could get bands and we could have a chili cookoff,” Potrykus said of sitting in the restaurant in the summer of 2002. The first chili cookoff was at the Evergreen Elks Lodge in September 2002 with 22 cooks and a few local bands. In the second year, it moved to the Evergreen Lake House parking lot. By the fifth year, thousands were able to sample more than 75 chilis and listen to music from a variety of bands. That’s when Potrykus and his coordinating team turned the event over to Blue Spruce Kiwanis

and the Big Chili Inc. nonprofit which ran it for many years. The event is now its own nonprofit, dedicated soley to raising funds for area firefighters. And the rest, as they say, is history. “Big Chili became a passion and energy that took on a life of its own,” Potrykus said. “There were a lot of dedicated people who participated in that endeavor.” Big Chili has always been a fundraiser for local volunteer fire departments — Elk Creek, Evergreen, Indian Hills, Inter-Canyon, North Fork and Platte Canyon — that could use the money to buy equipment and other necessities of the job. For a time, a golf tournament and an arts festival were part of the event. The Firefighter Challenge and a Kids Firefighter Challenge have been added over the years, along with an appearance by a Flight for Life helicopter. Green, red and vegetarian chili are judged along with firefighters competing in their own chili challenge, plus booth themes and costumes add to the Big Chili fun. “If someone wanted to do something that added to the event, we’d say, `Have at it,’” said Steve Huckaby, who was on Potrykus’ organizing team. Now in its 20th year, Big Chili is at the Buchanan Fields with headline bands, and each year, it turns more and more money over to the recipient fire departments. For Annette Schavietello, who serves on the Big Chili Inc. board

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Former Conifer High School student Annie Hecker designed the inaugural Big Chili CONTRIBUTED Cook-off logos 20 years ago.

of directors, the event has been a labor of love since she got involved in 2003. “When you’re on the Bob Potrykus team, he lures you in with promises

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Elk Creek firefighter Colt Thiel helps Callan, 2, out of the culvert as Callan participates in the children’s firefighter challenge on Sept. 11 at the Big Chili Cook-Off. PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN

BIG CHILI FROM PAGE 10

going.” Rosenberg said he’s attended Big Chili 18 years, saying he missed one while he was in Wisconsin and then last year’s was canceled. He’s seen the event grow from its spot by Evergreen Lake and turn into one of the community’s biggest events

of the year. “It doesn’t get any better (than Big Chili),” he said. “If we did this event every weekend, that’d be fine with me.” `It really does hit home’ While the day and event were both wonderful, the firefighters reflected on the somber elements of the day, including their 343 brothers and sisters who died on Sept. 11, 2001. Rosenberg described how firefight-

The Evergreen Fire/Rescue color guard walks past the chili booths and toward the main stage on Sept. 11 at the Big Chili Cook-Off.

ers have something akin to tunnel vision during emergencies — their only thought is to save the people, structure or land that’s in danger. “That’s all we think about when we go on calls,” he said. “… I feel sorry for everyone that lost their lives and got sick afterwards. But if it happens again, they’d do it all over again. That’s what’s bred into firefighters.” Rosenberg and Martin said that any of the local firefighters would’ve

done the same as their colleagues did on 9/11 because, no matter the call, time of day or weather, firefighters go where they’re needed. “I know that these guys would do it; we’re here for each other,” Martin said, adding that mutual aid is critical among local agencies. Gleason described how Elk Creek firefighters saved his house during 2000’s Hi Meadow Fire, which SEE BIG CHILI, P13

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John Gleason, volunteer assistant chief of Platte Canyon Fire Department, stands next to the department’s state-of-the-art firetruck on Sept. 11 at the Big Chili Cook-Off. Gleason said his department wanted to bring the truck, which it started using last month, to show its constituents “what $1 million looks like when it comes to firefighting apparaPHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN tus.”

BIG CHILI FROM PAGE 12

inspired him to join Platte Canyon. “I wanted to give back to what they did for me,” he continued. By 2001, Gleason was a rookie

HISTORY FROM PAGE 11

teering for years.” Known as the “high chili priestess,” Schavietello has been organizing the cooks and the judging for years, and she’s been on the board longer than she can remember. While Big Chili is not sanctioned by the Chili Appreciation Society International, judges participate in blind taste tests, and Schavietello rotates judges to ensure they can’t figure out whose chili they are tasting.

The American flag hangs from an Evergreen Fire/Rescue truck on Sept. 11 at the Big Chili Cook-Off.

and Aaronson was in the firefighter academy, and they both recalled how much 9/11 impacted them and their colleagues. “It’s hard to describe the feelings that you have about those terrible losses,” Aaronson said. “… It really does hit home. But, it’s important thing to remember how it brought

us together — a common purpose, being kind and doing good by their neighbors.” Rosenberg said that he will never forget 9/11, and just as local firefighting agencies will keep going, he hopes that Big Chili keeps going, too. “It was a horrific tragedy that hap-

pened, but yet the country united so much after that,” he continued. “I think that’s what this event does. It unites the public with the firefighters and the firefighters with each other.”

She says she has one rule: “If you find an exceptional chili, and you don’t hand it over to me and let me taste it, you don’t get to come back to judge.” Huckaby explained that CASI has many rules, and some of the chili cooks just wanted to make their best chili recipes. “What I found,” Huckaby said, “was a lot of cooks have favorite family recipes. So many people wanted to make their chili, and we decided to do that” without adhering to the CASI rules. The event awards best-chili honors to the three types of chili, with Huckaby noting that the secret to

doing well in the competition is creating a chili that is on the hot side. “As a judge, we are looking for different things,” said Huckaby who had judged the competition for years. “When it comes to taste, they tend to stand out a little more when they are hotter.” Huckaby noted that the community spirit that Big Chili evokes is really important with cooks, organizations and attendees coming back year after year. Since Big Chili is always in midSeptember, people have the misconception that it is associated with the events of 9/11. “Big Chili has always been about

our volunteer firefighters,” Schavietello said. “We want to make sure it’s about our firefighters, not a global thing.” Schavietello added: “Big Chili is so important because our fire departments are volunteer based, the equipment is incredibly expensive, and resources are limited. If you look at the cost of equipment and the dedication that these men and women have — without it being their primary job — they demand and command our respect and resources. We need to support them. It’s the right thing to do.”

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Conifer senior Cade Rummell, right, watches his drive on No. 9 at Homestead Golf Course in Lakewood. Rummell shot a 3-over-par, 68 to finish tied for first with Littleton junior Noah Abramson for the individual medalist title in the fifth Class 4A Jeffco League tournament Sept. 8. PHOTO BY DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Jeffco golfers go low at Homestead GC BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

LAKEWOOD — Columbine sophomore Matai Naqica had a round that every golf dreams of … bogey-free. Naqica shot a 4-under-par, 61 on the short championship course at Homestead Golf Course on Wednesday. The junior had one birdie on his opening nine and finished his round with three birdie playing Homestead’s front-nine. Lakewood senior Max Lange, who was 4-under-par through his first 10 holes, finished 2nd in the individual standings with a 62 at the Class 5A Jeffco League tournament. Arvada West’s sophomore Shaun Miller, juniors Yusuke Ogi and Luke Landskov, along with Lakewood senior Jace Wright all finished in a tie for 3rd with rounds of 1-under-par, 64. Arvada West edged Columbine by two strokes in a very close team race. It was the fifth Jeffco League tournament of the season. The

conference’s final tournament is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 14, at West Woods Golf Course in Arvada. On the 4A side, Evergreen continued its solid play winning another team title. The Cougars top four golfers — freshmen Liam Houlihan, Ian O’Fallon, along with seniors Chase Thompson and AJ Gunn — all shot in the low 70s to defeat 2nd place Conifer by eight strokes. Conifer senior Cade Rummell and Littleton junior Noah Abramson finished tied for the individual medalist title with both shooting 3-over-par, 68. Standley Lake senior Jack Tarman finished 3rd with a round of 69. Evergreen can wrap-up the 4A Jeffco League title next week at West Woods, where the individual medalist will also be crowned. Dennis Pleuss is the Sports Information Director for Jeffco Public Schools. For more Jeffco coverage, go to CHSAANow.com.

Ralston Valley senior Gage Messingham, left, and Lakewood senior Max Lange talk on the No. 1 green during the fifth Class 5A Jeffco League tournament Sept. 8 at Homestead Golf Course in Lakewood. Messingham and Lange are tied for the Class 5A Jeffco League medalist title heading into the final conference tournament that was scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 14, at West Woods Golf Course in Arvada. PHOTO BY DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Conifer softball wins again Lobos hand a loss to Arvada West BY GRACIELA FISCHER SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Every high school team has that one team they want to beat. For the Conifer High School softball team, that school is Arvada West. The softball team played at home against Arvada West on Sept. 8.

The team came in ready to show Arvada West their hard work, and it paid off, with a 9-3 win. Conifer’s softball team is currently ranked second in the state in its division. The girls have also stayed undefeated,through the first six games of the season. “I want to see us continue to come together,” senior, Katy Sims, said. “I especially want to see us continue to win more games.” Conifer played strong defense, with dive plays from senior Ashley

Fritz and strategic base running from sophomore Kellyn Dougherty. “Honestly, I didn’t think I was going to make that dive. I just pushed as far as I could,” Fritz stated. “I think if I didn’t make it, they would’ve scored, and that would’ve brought their momentum up.” The state tournament is still in the back of the Conifer girls’ minds this year. They stated previously that their goal is to make it past the first day of the state tournament, which they continue to work towards in

every game and practice. The Conifer team plays again from Sept. 10-12 at the yearly Berthoud tournament against numerous other schools. “For the next game, I want to make contact with the ball and keep myself in the game,” junior, Regan Pell, said. “State is the all-time goal, but for me personally, I want to make it a good year for the seniors.”

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Dynamic Digger Duo Frosh footballers Logan Ginter, Cooper Needham gain valuable experience as varsity starters BY CORINNE WESTEMAN CWESTEMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Clear Creek’s Logan Ginter and Cooper Needham listen for instructions from the coaching staff during the Sept. 4 home game against Florence. The two friends were first-time varsity starters during the game, and anticipate playing time in their team’s homecoming PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN game.

Football and friends After seeing each other at sporting events for five years, the Ginter and Needham families naturally ended up sitting next to each other at the Sept. 4 game. Evergreen’s Pam Ginter and Genesee’s Bill Needham both described how happy they were to see Logan and Cooper starting against Florence. Bill commented how, after playing sports, weightlifting, skiing and working together, the two have become good friends off the field and a great team on it. “They are heavy competitors with each other,” Pam said of the pair’s friendship. “They push each other.” Beau Campbell, who coached the two for the school’s boxing club, anticipated that they will become leaders and role models in the near future, because they’re willing to take on extra tasks and they have a good rapport with others at the school. Campbell believed their leadership will extend beyond football,

and into other sports and aspects of school-life. When it comes to football, though, Logan and Cooper have individual goals during their high school careers, but one they share is to have a winning season as Golddiggers. Beyond that, the two want to play college football together.

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tivity leaders will be at the Koffee to talk about all the fun Have your morning coffee and browse the many activity things tables you can do. Who: People of Evergreen and All surounding areas. to see what our club offers. We have over 20What: different Activity ENN Kickoff Koffee When: September 25th 10:00-12:00 a.m. Groups from Books, Cards, Crafts to Golf, Hiking,Wine and Where: Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trl, Evergreen everything in between (almost A -Z). The Activity leaders will For more information visit: be at the Koffee to talk about all the fun things you can do. www.evergreennewcomers.com Who: People of Evergreen and All surrounding areas What: ENN Kickoff Koffee When: September 25th 10:00-12:00 a.m. Where: Buchanan Park Recreation Center, 32003 Ellingwood Trl, Evergreen. For more information visit: www.evergreennewcomers.com

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Clear Creek’s Logan Ginter (23) carries the ball past Florence’s Luguse Nuss during a kick-off return in the Sept. 4 home game. Ginter and Cooper Needham, both freshmen, were first-time varsity starters as running back and quarterback, respectively.

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Future foes of Clear Creek’s football team should prepare for trouble, and make it double, because freshmen Logan Ginter and Cooper Needham have arrived on the varsity scene. During the Sept. 4 home opener against Florence, the Golddiggers were down 13 players because of injuries and COVID-19 quarantine protocols. So, Logan and Cooper had their first starts in varsity football, as running back and quarterback, respectively. The two have been friends since fourth grade, and have played sports and worked summer jobs together. In middle school football, they started learning how to predict what the other was going to do on the field. On Sept. 4, that dynamic was thrown off by the freshmen duo’s relative inexperience and the Huskies’ crushing defense. The Golddiggers had missed blocks, tackles and handoffs, which led to fumbles, interceptions and — ultimately — a 71-0 win for Florence. But, the game was valuable learning experience for all the underclassmen. Coach Danion Baca felt the Golddiggers did OK considering that they had nine freshmen on the field and that Florence is one of the topranked teams in the state. Logan and Cooper described how they missed handoffs, ran the wrong routes on a few plays, and overall didn’t communicate like they should’ve. They plan to improve on these things ahead of Friday’s homecoming game, where they both anticipate playing time although maybe elsewhere on the field. While Logan and Cooper had their individual mistakes during the Florence game, Baca commented that they’re already becoming leaders among the underclassmen. “The young players are committed to the program,” he said. “ …

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The new bleachers at Conifer High School installed by the Conifer Lobos Unified Boosters are used at the first football game of the season.

In early July, trenches were dug so volunteers could install retaining walls to anchor the seats.

Volunteers put gravel on both sides of the retaining walls. They put in long hours Thursdays through Sundays for two months to make the bleachers a reality.

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Volunteers drill holes to assemble the bleachers, which are recycled. They had been used at a NASCAR venue. PHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST

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we signed on for. If we had hired someone to do the work, we’d be even more in debt.” Butler estimated that CLUB raised $90,000 for the bleachers with the entire project including installation estimated to cost $400,000. She said CLUB was indebted to all of the volunteers who helped make the project possible and the businesses who generously donated time and materials, including Elk Country Fence for putting in the final fencing at the last minute, so the bleachers would pass the county inspection. CLUB bought used bleachers from a NASCAR track, both saving the boosters money and recycling the seats. Plus they are safer and ADA accessible. “It was an economic solution,” CLUB secretary Katie Bartojay said. “We could have easily spent $300,000 to $400,000 for new bleachers.” Those who were hard at work included parents who don’t have students at Conifer High School, but they said their children eventually would be there and would be able to enjoy the beautiful field with its

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP? The Conifer Lobos Unified Boosters are still accepting donations. Visit ww.clubchs.org to donate or to get involved. accoutrements. “I have younger kids,” said Dual Schneider, CLUB vice president. “Eventually I will have kids (attending CHS), so this work is important.” Bartojay, who has a kindergartner, said it’s been wonderful to see the school’s sports complex grow. Junior Noah Hartmann and sophomore Connor Harrington worked hard to help install the bleachers. They said new bleachers would add to team spirit and bring more people to games. Butler says it’s a great feeling to see people sitting on the bleachers after all of the hard work. For Conifer Athletic Director Eric Kragel, a beautiful, well-equipped stadium hopefully will mean more home games for lacrosse, football and soccer. “We can enjoy our beautiful facilities,” he said, “and show off Conifer High School.”

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Climb honors the fallen, 20 years later

Firefighters and community members gathered Sept. 11 at Red Rocks for the Colorado memorial stair climb.

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The American flag flew high above the red rocks Sept. 11, as the notes from “Amazing Grace” rang out from the bagpipes and drums below. Twelve hundred firefighters and community members stood in silence before ascending the ramp into Red Rocks Amphitheater to begin the Colorado 9/11 Stair Climb — a climb of 110 stories in honor of the firefighters who died on Sept. 11, 2001. “It’s been 20 years since September 11, 2001 and so this year is extra special because last year we didn’t have a climb due to the pandemic,” said Shawn Duncan, captain at West Metro Fire and coordinator of the Colorado 9/11 Stair Climb. “So the fact that we can get together and climb in person today and remember the 343 firefighters that we lost and 3,000 Americans 20 years ago is huge.” This years event was capped at 1,200 registrants plus children to allow for social distancing. In the past, the event has hosted about 4,000 participants. “Looking out in the crowd, there’s some of you here that were too young to remember or weren’t even born yet,” Duncan said before the climb. “So it’s really meaningful to me and all us firefighters that you’re here to remember. We made a promise to never forget 20 years ago and

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this is how we keep that promise.” One of those participants that wasn’t born yet is Adeline Robinson, 17. Robinson is in the firefighter training program at Warren Tech. She said even though 9/11 happened before she was born, it’s still important to her to honor the firefighters and show respect for the profession she is training for. While there was no official in-person event in 2020, some firefighters like Raul Alvarez, with Timberline Fire Protection District, climbed anyway. “We did it last year when nobody was here because of Covid,” Alvarez said. “We still came up and did our own. There were still a couple of firefighters here. I like doing this just the memorial of fellow firefighters that have passed and everybody, the victims. That’s why I walk. Just to memorialize them.” For some, the event has become about more than just remembering the firefighters lost on 9/11. “It’s become about everything; remembering everybody and all the people that are special to us,” said Mike Simons, of West Metro Fire. Simons climbed this year in honor of Zach Lewis, a young firefighter with Rattlesnake Fire, who died in as accident recently. “He was always up here climbing with us and he was a young kid who had a great future ahead of him and he died tragically, so he climbs with me today,” Simons said, in reference to the photo of Lewis tucked into his helmet. Duncan said that even though SEE STAIRS, P19

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Claudia Quintero and Raul Alvarez, of Timberline Fire, have done the stair climb at Red Rocks for six years.

Adeline Robinson, 17, gets emotional during the playing of audio from a live newscast PHOTOS BY SHANNA FORTIER MAXCY from Sept. 11, 2001.

This year’s event was capped at 1,200 participants to allow for social distancing.

A Celebration of “The Mighty Zep”

Stair Climb participants wore badges of firefighters who were killed on Sept. 11, 2001.

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20 years has past, this event is still important because FDNY continues to loose firefighters due to 9/11 related illnesses and families are still dealing with the loss and tragedy of that day. “I saw someone post something

the other day that said, I miss Sept. 12, 2001,” Duncan said to the crowd at Red Rocks. And that really struck a nerve with me. I’ve been having really hard time the last couple months with the decisiveness in our country right now. But think back to Sept. 12, 2001, the only thing that mattered is that we were Americans and we were people and it really brought us all together.”

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Clear Creek community marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11

The honor guard from American Legion Post 2001 of Evergreen stand at attention as the national anthem plays during the Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony at the Idaho Springs PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN Elks Lodge. BY CORINNE WESTEMAN CWESTEMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Tina Matthew was stationed at Holloman Air Force Base in New

Mexico; Gene Eddy, Vern Stelzer and Clayton Huffman were each at work; Nate Buseck was travelling abroad; others were in school; and some weren’t even born yet.

Yet, 20 years later, they all stood side-by-side at the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge to remember those who died on Sept. 11, 2001 and in the days following.

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On Saturday, about 50 people attended the 9/11 remembrance ceremony, hosted by the Elks Lodge and the Clear Creek County Veterans Coalition. The coalition initially planned a silent parade down Miner Street, but canceled it after the city instituted too many restrictions. So, the coalition instead hosted a remembrance ceremony at the lodge. The honor guard members from American Legion Post 2001 of Evergreen gave a 21-gun salute and recent Clear Creek High School graduate Campbell Houston played “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes. The program reflected on those lost on 9/11, the 105 Coloradans who died fighting in the War On Terror, and the personal impact of these events on the attendees. “Everyone has a story from that day,” Matthew said, inviting attendees to share their personal stories. Matthew shared her experience at Holloman Air Force Base, and how she made several friendships with people across the world in the wake of 9/11. She commented how the terrorist attacks were meant to destabilize the United States, but instead only strengthened it. Eddy recalled how he was at work, and felt helpless as he heard and saw the news. “The rage is still there,” he said. Buseck, the police chief of Idaho Springs, recalled being out of the country, visiting his brother, on 9/11. He told the story of being in the airport on his trip home and reading the coverage in “Time” magazine, saying he didn’t know most of the stories because of the lack of news where he was traveling. Buseck, who’d only been a police officer for one year when it happened, thanked all the attendees SEE ANNIVERSARY, P21

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Gene Eddy, a member of the Clear Creek County Veterans Coalition, helps lead the PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony at the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge.

A member of the Clear Creek Fire Authority holds an American flag during the Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony at the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge.

Lorne Klimek supports U.S. Army veteran Jeff Jacobs as he reads the names of U.S. service members from Colorado who died in the War On Terror. Jacobs, a member of the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge, was one of several people who read the names of the 105 service members during Saturday’s ceremony at the lodge. PHOTOS BY CORINNE WESTEMAN

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who’ve served in the military or as emergency responders, saying, “Thank you for what you do and for what you stand for.” Huffman, a coalition member and Vietnam veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force, said he was on his computer at work when he saw a picture of the World Trade Center on fire. Huffman shared Matthew’s sentiments that 9/11 was tragic but ultimately made the United States a stronger nation. “Everybody rushed in, to see what

they could to make a difference … to see what they could do to help,” he said of those who were at the epicenter of the attacks. Stelzer, the commander for American Legion Post 2001 and honor guard captain, recalled how he and all his coworkers hung their heads as they watched the news coverage that day. “We couldn’t believe it was happening,” he said. While Americans said in the aftermath that they would never forget what happened, the U.S. Army veteran felt that things went back to normal relatively quickly. Stelzer wanted everyone to remember 9/11, saying, “If you don’t remember things, you don’t learn from them.”

Idaho Springs’ Shari Bales raises her eyes to the American flag outside the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge as the national anthem plays during the Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony.

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World Trade Center steel is part of new 9/11 memorial near DIA Speakers encouraged Americans to never forget the day BY JENNIFER CASTOR ROCKY MOUNTAIN PBS

On a small field just behind the garage doors at Denver Fire Department’s House 35 on E. 75th Avenue sits a mangled piece of steel. Recovered from the World Trade Center, the worn piece of metal represents incredible loss. Installed this summer, 20 years after the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, this is now a permanent location for reflection of the emotions from that tragic day. “9/11 are numbers that are forever seared into our consciousness. We hear that combination of numbers and are instantly transported back to that day. We recall where we were, who we were with, what we were doing. And that abrupt interruption,” said Mary Dulacki, the chief deputy executive director for Denver’s Department of Safety. On Sept. 10, the eve of the 20th anniversary of the attacks of Sept. 11, Denver International Airport, the Denver Fire Department, the Denver Police Department and the Denver Department of Public Safety dedicated a 9/11 memorial to honor the

Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington speaks at the dedication of a 9/11 PHOTO BY JENNIFER CASTOR/ROCKY MOUNTAIN PBS memorial near the airport on Sept. 10.

fallen civilians and first responders. “On this infamous day, four separate planes were hijacked and intentionally crashed — one into the Pentagon, one into a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and two into the World Trade Center, killing nearly 3,000 innocent people on one of the worst days in our history,” said Denver Fire Chief Desmond Fulton. Standing in front of the memorial, DIA’s CEO, Phil Washington, brought focus to the heroes from that day. “It changed not just the aviation industry forever, but it changed this country forever. On that horrific day 20 years ago we saw the heroic

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efforts from emergency responders: police, fire, paramedics. We also saw such effort from airline employees, passengers and so many others,” Washington said. The piece of steel was donated by the Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of terrorism through education, empowerment and engagement. The ceremony included a moment of silence, a solemn song led by the sound of bagpipes and the laying of two wreaths. It also paid honor to lives lost in the years since 9/11. “Over the last 20 years, the United

States as lost an additional 7,072 people fighting evil that visited New York on that Tuesday morning. This includes the 13 lives that were lost in Kabul just a few weeks ago, rescuing Americans and those fleeing Afghanistan,” said Denver Police Department Commander Mark Chuck. Many speakers encouraged Americans to never forget the significance of this day – but also to keep looking forward with a commitment to improved safety and performance of first responders. “In honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and those who responded to the unthinkable 20 years ago, let us remember the spirit of resilience that we exhibited so brilliantly after that unimaginative tragedy,” added Dulacki. “Let us unite again to address what often appear as insurmountable challenges, but which we know we can handle.” It is a long way from home — nearly 1,800 miles — but this piece of steel has found purpose in the heart of Colorado, forever a reminder of a nation’s pain, gratitude, and resilience. This story is from Rocky Mountain PBS, a nonprofit public broadcaster providing community stories across Colorado over the air and online. Used by permission. For more, and to support Rocky Mountain PBS, visit rmpbs.org.

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nspired by her sister’s hospice care experience, Betsy began volunteering her time. “I had only heard good things about Mount Evans when I came to Evergreen years ago. After being on the “inside” for a while now, I can only say that the devotion to patients, the love and compassion shown to all, and the dedication to great care that each and every one here has is totally inspiring. It is so nice to be a small part of something so wonderful.” To read more about Betsy, visit www.MountEvans.org/OurHeart

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Alfa Romeos were parked outside the Marshdale Burger Company on Sept. 5 during a PHOTO BY DEB HURLEY BROBST day trip of the Alfa Romeo Owners Club.

Alfa Romeo club has lunch on scenic ride BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

An army of Alfa Romeos stopped at Marshdale Burger Co. on Sept. 4, a lunch gathering place for the drivers attending the Italian luxury car’s national convention in Colorado Springs. About 20 of the high-performance vehicles made their way from Longmont over the Peak to Peak Highway and through Evergreen, stopping in Marshdale before heading through Deckers and Woodland Park before returning to Colorado Springs. The restaurant was a place to have

a good meal with available parking for the vintage cars, and it was right on the driving route, according to Judy Page of Evergreen, who helped organize the drive. Though, “it’s like herding Italian cats,” she said as she stood outside the restaurant, directing the cars into the parking lot. David Richichi, co-owner of Marshdale Burger Co., was excited that Page and her husband Michael Whitehouse asked if the restaurant could host the group. “I’m a huge racing fan,” he said. “To be around 20 of these cars (is) pretty fan-boyish. We are also pretty excited they chose to support a new local business.” The car club spent Labor Day weekend enjoying the sights in Colorado before the convention Sept. 7-12 in Colorado Springs.

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HAPPENINGS We’d like to know about events or activities of interest to the community. Visit www.canyoncourier.com/ calendar/ and post your event online for free. Items will apear in print on a space-available basis. WEDNESDAY Conifer Area Council town hall meeting The Conifer Area Council will host its quarterly town hall meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, at West Jefferson Middle School. Learn About Jeffco Planning & Zoning updates, Staunton State Park, U.S. 285 safety and more. Masks are required to attend in person. A link will be available on Sept. 16 to view the meeting online.

free, outdoor, community party will thank the public for Mount Evans’ 40 years of service. Cars and Coffee end-of-season finale The final Cars and Coffee event of the summer will be a 300-car show running from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at Olde’s Garage. Those wanting to show their cars must register, though there is no entry fee. There will be live music by The REALS and Colin Smith, food trucks and more. Proceeds benefit Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice. To register, call David at 720-308-3942 or visit the Cars and Coffee Facebook page. SATURDAY-SUNDAY

Evergreen chamber Business Unplugged Mixer The Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Unplugged Mixer will be at 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at Ambary Gardens in Kittredge. For more information, visit www.evergreenchamber.org.

Open Door Studios Evergreen Artists Association will sponsor Open Door Studios, a free tour of artists’ home studios, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 18-19. A brochure listing the homes of artists that will be open for the event can be found at area businesses. For more information, visit www.EvergreenOpenDoorStudios.com.

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Mount Evans angel makers The Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice’s angel makers are back and will meet on Fridays from 9 a.m.-noon and Mondays from 1-4 p.m. through October. For more information and to sign up, call 303-674-6400 and speak with Debbie Swartz.

Wilderness and adventure therapy group Resilience1220 will sponsor a wilderness and adventure therapy group from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 19, at Alderfer/Three Sisters Park. Cost is $85 per person, and scholarships are available. For information and to register, contact Charis Jaeger at jaeger.charis@ gmail.com or by calling 720-257-9867.

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Evergreen chamber PBR The Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce’s PBR — Patios, Banter & Refreshments — will be at 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, at a location to be announced. For more information, visit evergreenchamber.org. SATURDAY Canyonfest Kittredge’s Canyon Fest will be from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, in Kittredge Park. Games, food, vendor booths and more highlight this annual community festival. `Fiddler on the Roof’ Ovation West presents “Fiddler on the Roof” Sept. 18-Oct. 10 at Center Stage in Evergreen. The iconic musical tells the bittersweet story of milkman Tevje and his daughters whose lives are overshadowed by the rise of anti-semitism in early 20th century Europe. Visit https://ovationwest.org/fiddlerontheroof for information and tickets Split & Steak 2021 Conifer Community Church, 9998 S. Havekost Road, Conifer, will host its annual Split & Steak during which volunteers split and stack wood to be donated to needy families. Work begins at 7:30 a.m. Sept. 18. For more information and to register to volunteer, visit conifercc. org/split--steak.html, call 303-8384161 or e-mail conifercc@msn.com. Mount Evans’ Wild West Fest Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice’s Wild West Fest will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 18, at the Mount Evans office, 3081 Bergen Peak Drive, Evergreen. This

MONDAY `Feathered Friends’ at Shadow Mountain Gallery Shadow Mountain Gallery will feature a “Feathered Friends” show at its downtown Evergreen gallery through Sept. 20. Two dozen artists’ work will depict feathered flying friends, including watercolor and oil paintings, photographs, sculpture and ceramics. For more information, visit shadowmountaingallery.com.

p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at Aspen Ridge Church, 27154 N. Turkey Creek Road. There will be fall festivities, hayrides, food trucks, and arts and crafts. For more information, visit AspenRidgeChurch.org/ ridgefest. Forum with wildlife experts Wild Aware is hosting a community event to provide information about living among wildlife at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Drive. Guest speakers will be Mary Ann Bonnell with Jeffco Open Space, Vicki Vargas-Madrid with Denver Parks & Recreation and Scott Murdoch with Conifer Parks & Wildlife. Center Stage requires audience members to be vaccinated, and masks are strongly encouraged. Bowls After Dark The Mountain Resource Center’s signature Fundraiser, Bowls After Dark Roaring `20s Gala, will be 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, at the Evergreen Lake House. The evening will feature entertainment, horse d’ oeuvres, dinner, dessert, beer, wine, silent auction, paddle raise, wine pull, and more. For more information and to purchase tickets, which are $90 per person, visit mrcco.org. Caring for the Caregiver seminar Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice will host a free mental health seminar called Caring for the Caregiver from 6-7:30 p.m. Sept. 30, at Conifer Church of Christ, 11825 U.S. 285 above Scooters Barbecue. For more information, contact

Wayne Burger at 303-619-8802 or wayneburger@gmail.com. Taste of Evergreen The Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of Evergreen will be from 4:30-5:30 p.m. for VIP happy hour and from 5:30-8 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Evergreen Lake House. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. The VIP happy hour is an additional $20. For more information, visit evergreenchamber.org. Evergreen chamber breakfast The Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly member breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 6 at El Rancho Brewing. For more information, visit evergreenchamber.org. Free legal clinic A free legal clinic for people with no attorney will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7. By telephone or video, volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms, and explain the process and procedure for all areas of civil litigation. Pre-registration for individual 15-minute appointments is available by calling 303-235-5275 or visiting jeffcolibrary.bibliocommons. com/events/search/q=free%20 legal%20clinic. Women in Business luncheon Nominations are being accepted for the Women in Business luncheon and Hall of Fame inductees at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 21 at Mount Vernon SEE HAPPENINGS, P30

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CAE’s Summerfest full of Labor Day weekend fun BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Artist Mark Mahorney of Kremmling was hard at work at his booth at Summerfest on Sept. 5. The wood carver was creating a portrait of a Native American on beetle-kill pine he had charred. He used a tiny belt sander to remove the char, using a photo from the 1800s as a guide. This was Mahorney’s first time at Summerfest, the two-day art and music festival sponsored by Center for the Arts Evergreen. Several people stopped by his booth to admire his work and to ask about his creations. The 41st annual event brought 70 artists and crafters to Buchanan Fields to show their work. The artwork was as diverse as the artists themselves — from photography and paintings to jewelry and clothing to candles and functional art. Band Kamp was rocking Sunday afternoon as a backdrop to the children’s area, sponsor booths, and food and drink providers, in addition to the artists’ booths. Debbie Valdez of Frederick makes wire-wrapped jewelry as part of Howlin’ Coyote Jewelry Design. Her work incorporates a Southwest style and a variety of stones for one-of-a-kind functional art. While she displays her work at several mountain shows, this was her first time at Summerfest, and

Band Kamp performs at the Summerfest arts and music festival.

she noted that people were happy and friendly as they went from booth to booth. New Mexico fused-glass artist Carol Goode also creates functional art, but hers are for home use. She was especially proud of her fused-glass lazy Susans. She was happy that people were spending time together again, and she hoped her functional art might help inspire people who are entertaining family and friends. Goode has been a fused-glass artist for 20 years, and she attends three fairs each summer, though this was her first time at Summerfest. Center for the Arts Evergreen’s Executive Director Lisa Nierenberg said Summerfest wouldn’t happen without the many volunteers, noting that nearly 4,500 people attended the two-day event. “We are so grateful to the com-

munity for supporting CAE, artists and local musicians,” she said.

Mark Mahorney of Kremmling works on a carving of a native American at Summerfest sponsored by Center for the Arts Evergreen. PHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST

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Fashion rocks in rocky times Pandemic, concerns about sustainability shape style trends BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Momentous events are often a force in shaping fashion trends and industry standards. Locally, Denver metro area fashion gurus say they are seeing new trends amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and as environmental sustainability is increasingly grabbing consumers’ attention. A resurgence of ‘90s style, and retro vibes. Sparkles and sequins. Bold colors, and patterns galore. Also, an emphasis on individual style rather than fitting in a box, body positivity and sustainable fashion. Genesis Gomez, a Westminsterbased model, like many accrued a collection of loungewear when the

pandemic first struck. “I had my daytime pajamas, and my nighttime pajamas,” she said. “I have a whole slipper collection now.” More recently, she switches it up. Some days she’s back to wearing professional clothing — a blazer and nice shirt — but not every day. With a longtime penchant for ‘70s style, Gomez is also embracing that trend lately, throwing on oversized sunglasses and bellbottom jeans, styled with a sleek middle part and natural makeup. “Embracing the oranges, greens, blues, tie-dye,” she said. “I’m big on the ‘70s look these days.” Interviewed as the model prepared to walk shows in New York Fashion Week, Sept. 8-12, she said she was most heartened to see people focusing on being themselves,. “I think that that is truly beautiful, how we are kind of coming into SEE FASHION, P27

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Vail Film Festival ready for a bigger, bolder 2021

oing something for the first time is always a fraught process, but you often come away with all kinds of beneficial lessons that can make it smoother next time. Such is the case for the Vail Film Festival, which was an early adopter of the all-virtual film festival approach in May 2020. And as the event prepares for a second virtual event, organizers are ready for a bigger and bolder event. “Last year we had to do a quick turnaround and worked with a new platform to create an online viewing experience,” said Corinne Hara, festival director. “Knowing the platform like we do makes this year’s festival much easier, but understanding how people watch online with all the flexibility it provides is the big change.” The 18th annual Vail Film Festival runs from Thursday, Sept. 23 through Sunday, Sept. 26. Films will be streaming on Eventive’s virtual platform, which allows viewers to platform view their selected films on Roku, AppleTV or their computer or mobile device. This year’s event continues the organization’s mission of fostering “independent film through film screenings, panels, workshops, networking events and educational projects,” with a particular focus on female filmmakers. With 80 films available to view, this is the festival’s most international lineup yet, with entries coming in from all over the world, including New Zealand,

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a world where people are just really embracing what fits them best,” she said. Amanda Crazybear is another model who works throughout the Denver metro area. She’s studied fashion history and worked in the industry for 10 years. “I feel like everybody has had just a rough time and kind of got lost,” Crazybear said of the pandemic. “Now everybody is kind of emerging.” She’s watching her two teenage daughters join the revival of ‘90s

Japan and Brazil. “If you think of creativity, so often it’s fueled by personal strife and triumph. This year we’ve had some incredible submissions because I think the pandemic allowed people more time to Clarke Reader be creative,” Hara said. “As people have become more comfortable with virtual content, that has encouraged more submissions from around the world.” One of the festival’s strongest areas is its documentary category, and this year is no exception. Some highlights include “Kiss the Ground,” which features famous faces like Woody Harrelson and Gisele Bündchen discussing the importance of regenerating the world’s soils, and “D-REP: Fight for Life.” This film tells the story of Dave Repsher, a Summit County Flight for Life nurse, who survived a helicopter crash in July 2015. It is also important for festival organizers to keep alive the connection and networking that traditionally accompanies film festivals — something they’re aiming to do with question-and-answer sessions, panels, a live award ceremony on the 26th and other social-mediadriven options. The push for the personal element really gets to the heart of what

makes a film festival special — something Vail organizers understand clearly. “We’re always excited for filmmakers to spend time in town, so we’re excited to see interactions on social media and host a virtual festival lounge, since that’s the closest we can get to mirroring in person,” Hara said. “We have great programming by great filmmakers, and we know sharing everyone’s point of view enriches the conversations.” Visit vailfilmfestival.com for details, passes and tickets to individual screenings. And I’ll be covering the festival on my Instagram at @ Calmacil20, so follow along there.

trends, picking up styles she once wore herself, she said, and mixing in goth and urban streetwear inspiration too. “I think the ‘90s were just a fun, funky time of freedom of expression for people,” she said. Like her daughters, Crazybear said she’s observing people mesh multiple styles, not just settling for one. Dressing up also helps a person feel good, she said, complimenting Colorado designers for creating designs that empower people of diverse backgrounds and needs. Darlene C. Ritz is the Denverbased fashion designer behind DCR Studios. She has a doctorate in education and a passion for designing for every body type.

For several years there has been a shift away from homogenous trends throughout society toward more individual expression, she said, and the pandemic’s onset expedited that. People were home more, browsing the internet, on their phones and online shopping. For many, shopping became a pastime. Anything they wanted was available with the click of a button, and so too was fashion information, she said. That’s helped lead to consumers becoming more educated, and as a result making a return to slow fashion and sustainable fashion, she said. They’re deciding to waste less, as are designers. They are purchasing higher-quality items in order to

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A beautiful party for a beautiful junk sale The Action Center, with its goal of providing necessary services to those in need, has never been more necessary than it has been for the last year-and-a-half. The Jefferson County nonprofit is hosting a free block party from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18 at Lakewood United Methodist Church, 1390 Brentwood St. The event will feature dancing, a free dunk tank, bounce houses, food trucks and access to its annual Beautiful Junk Sale. It’s a great way to have some fun and support a crucial organization, so visit theactioncenter.org for all the details. Failing toward fun at Freelancer Failure Ball

The mental health nonprofit To Write Love is getting a boost thanks to a unique event — The Freelancer Failure Ball. The black-tie event begins at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 18 at Shift Workspaces - Coworking Office Space, 2679 W. Main St. in Littleton. According to provided information, the event celebrates failure in business. Speakers like “The Good Place’s” Meryl Hathaway and “The Hills’” Holly Montag will be toasting failure and the fact that we all fail at times. Tickets include full access to five hours of open bar (with specialty cocktails), food and a lineup of seven speakers. Get all the details at thefreelancerfailureball.com. Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Wild Pink and Ratboys at Globe Hall Late summer/early autumn was almost specifically designed for altcountry music, and two of the very best working in that genre are New York’s Wild Pink and Chicago’s Ratboys. Each takes their own spin on the roots-driven music, but they both work in elements of alt-rock to stunning effect. Seeing the groups together will be a rare treat, so don’t miss them (as well as opener Bellhoss) at the Globe Hall, 4483 Logan St. in Denver, at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 22. Get tickets at globehall.com. Clarke Reader’s column on culture appears on a weekly basis. He can be reached at Clarke.Reader@hotmail. com.

keep them longer, instead of throwing items away after little use. Ritz took her collection to New York Fashion Week, where she also focused on less waste and including all body types and genders. She gathered inspiration on a trip to Mexico, taking in the many colors, and on a trip to Las Vegas, where she saw an exhibit that featured a phoenix. Rising from the ashes plays a theme in here collection, she said, as are a flourish of prints. “Fashion is a celebration, and we are seeing that people are coming out of this wanting to celebrate,” Ritz said.

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Elena Mauer, 9, and Kayley Paling, 9, both of Roxborough Park, learn to make Native American talking sticks from Staunton State PHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST Park volunteer Colleen Kindler. The girls and their families visited Living History Days on Sept. 11 at the park.

Staunton’s Living History Days shows life more than 100 years ago BY DEB HURLEY BROBST DBROBST@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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American talking sticks, fur pelts and herbal medicines were all part of the annual Living History Days last weekend at Staunton State Park. Volunteers from the park and Colorado Parks & Wildlife, some dressed in late 1800s clothing, explained to visitors on Sept. 11 what it was like to live in that time period. A treasure hunt and a hayride helped lead participants to historical cabins once

lived in by Archibald and Rachael Staunton. Their 1,720-acre ranch is now Staunton State Park, and the cabins, which were built in 1918, are getting repairs thanks to a Historicorps grant. At the visitors center, representatives of area historical societies and authors of books about the area’s history regaled people with stories of the area.

Paul Walker demonstrates how to load a pistol at Living History Days.

Elena Mauer and Kayley Paling, both 9, used yarn to decorate their Native American talking sticks with the help of Staunton volunteer Colleen Kindler, who recently moved to Pine and loves hiking at the park. Elena said she liked learning about the area’s history and what people in the late 1800s needed to survive in SEE STAUNTON, P29

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Michelle Houghton, a volunteer with Colorado Parks & Wildlife, left, and Lindy Grote, a Staunton State Park volunteer, chat at a table that explained how many birds were killed in the 1800s for their feathers to make women’s hats.

Jen Nickerson, a Staunton volunteer, explains how a patient with tuberculosis would have been medically treated in the 1800s. She demonstrated on Raymond, a stuffed marmot.

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the wilderness. They made talking sticks, explaining they learned the sticks were used by Native American tribes in group settings, so people had a chance to talk when it was their turn to hold the stick. Michelle Houghton, a CPW volun-

teer, taught visitors about feathers and fashion. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it was popular for women to wear feathers or entire birds on their hats, and more than 5 million birds died yearly to adorn women’s clothing. However, women stepped in to protect birds, leading to the Audubon Society and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. Staunton volunteer Jen Nickerson had a fun time telling somewhat terrifying stories of how those with

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Randie Boldra, a Staunton volunteer, and her neighbor Sadie Killian, 5, waited to roast marshmallows at Living History Days. Boldra also made johnny cakes and hot dogs for PHOTOS BY DEB HURLEY BROBST visitors.

tuberculosis were medically treated a hundred years ago. The Stauntons, who were doctors, had a sanitarium on their property. The operations, which she demonstrated on a stuffed animal named Raymond the marmot, would attempt to stop the body from using the diseased lung, and she said someone with tuberculosis back then had a 50/50 chance of living. Jaclen DeLozier, 13, and her mom Karrie, who live in Lakewood, came

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Canyon Club in Genesee. To make nominations and to purchase tickets, visit evergreenchamber.org. Rocky Mountain National Watermedia Exhibit Center for the Arts Evergreen will host the Rocky Mountain National Watermedia Exhibition through Oct. 26, at the CAE gallery, 31880 Rocky Village Drive. ONGOING

Explore More after-school programs Registration is open for the Evergreen Nature Center’s Explore More after-school programs at Wilmot, King Murphy and Marshdale elementary schools, and for the Little Dippers preschool program at Alderfer/Three Sisters Open Space Park. These programs are for children who love being active, being outdoors and learning about nature. For more information and to register, contact Emma Vasicek, education and outreach director, at EOD@EvergreenAudubon.org. Parkinson’s disease support group A Parkinson’s disease support

group meets the first Friday of the month from 1-3 p.m. at Evergreen Christian Church, 27772 Iris Drive, Evergreen. For more information, email esears@parkinsonrockies. org. SOAR drop-in virtual group SOAR — Supporting Others in Addiction and Recovery — meets virtually for those age 14-20 who are living with addiction in their lives in any way. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. For Zoom meeting information, contact Andrea Black at 719-838-0344 or email blackmountaincounselingllc@gmail.com.

Mountain Foothills Rotary meetings Mountain Foothills Rotary meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays both in person at Mount Vernon Canyon Club at 24933 Club House Circle, Genesee, and via Zoom. Join the Zoom meeting at https://us02web. zoom.us/j/81389224272, meeting ID 813 8922 4272, phone 346-248-7799. College Age Community Resilience1220 has started a support group called College Age Community that meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For information and the Zoom link, email lior@ wisetreewellness.com.

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CHURCH OF THE CROSS Please join us for Sunday worship at 28253 Meadow Drive, Evergreen or visit www.churchotc.com 8:30am Traditional Service 10:30am Contemporary Service Communion is served every Sunday at both services. All are welcome! Visit our website at www.churchotc.com for info on church activities. 28253 Meadow Drive, Evergreen • 303-674-4130 • office@churchotc.com

CONIFER CHURCH OF CHRIST PLATTE CANYON COMMUNITY CHURCH “Doing Bible Things in Bible Ways” Located at 4954 Co Rd 64 in Bailey, Office hours M-F 8am-2pm, New Location: Green Valley Center (Corner of Springs Road and Hwy. 285) 303-838-4409. Worship & Children’s Church at 10am, Small Group Studies Sun: 9:00a.m. Bible Study-10:00a.m. Worship; Wed: Bible Study 7:00p.m. for all ages at 9am, Nursery provided. Pastor Dr. Larry Kalb, Youth Pastor Jay Vonesh, Discipleship Pastor Terry Rogers. Other activities: Choir, Youth, Men’s/Women’s ministries, Bible Studies, VBS, MOPS, Cub/Boy Scouts. EVERGREEN CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) 27772 Iris Drive, Evergreen - 303-674-3413 www.EvergreenChristianChurch.org - eccdoc01@gmail.com Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m., with communion every Sunday ROCKLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH We are an inclusive faith community and welcome you to join us “Connecting all generations to Jesus” CHURCH OF THE HILLS PRESBYTERIAN (USA) in our new ministry journey. Please check our website, www.Rockland.church, Worship 10:00 a.m. for updated service times Reverend Susan P. Boucher ¼ mile north of I-70 at exit 254 Office Hours: Mon 9:00-5:00; Tu-Thur 2:30 – 5:00 p.m. 17 S Mt. Vernon Country Club Rd., Golden, CO 80401 EVERGREEN LUTHERAN CHURCH Buffalo Park Road and Hwy 73 303-526-0668 5980 Highway 73 + 303-674-4654 www.churchofthehills.com Rev Sara Wirth, Interim Pastor Join us for Virtual Worship on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/EvergreenLutheranChurch TIMBER RIDGE CHURCH CHURCH OF THE TRANSFIGURATION EPISCOPAL Sunday Worship uploaded by 10am. Location: The Village at Aspen Park In-Church Sunday Communion Quiet Service 8:00 am & with Music 10:00 am www.evergreenlutheran.org + All Are Welcome! 25587 Conifer Rd. Unit 5A201 (2nd floor - above the UPS Store) 10:00 am only Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8601726656 Sunday Worship 10:00 am 2nd Sunday of the month at 9:30 a.m. services will be in our Meadow www.timberridgechurchconifer.org • 303-834-3577 --June through September-MOUNT HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH - LCMS 27640 Highway 74 - ¼ mile east of downtown Evergreen at the Historic Bell Tower 30571 Chestnut Drive ~ (303)670-1387 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF EVERGREEN www.transfigurationevergreen.org Sunday Worship 9:00am • Education for All 10:30am Rev. Sarah Clark • 303.674.4810 • www.evergreenumc.org Rev. Carl Frank, Pastor www.mounthopelutheranlcms.org 3757 Ponderosa Dr. across Hwy 74 from Safeway in Evergreen CONGREGATION BETH EVERGREEN (SYNAGOGUE) Join us in person every Sunday at 8:30am and 10:30am for live worship Reconstructionist Synagogue Please join us online every Sunday at 9am Rabbi Jamie Arnold at our website for a new worship experience. www.BethEvergreen.org / (303) 670-4294 “Open Hearts, Open Doors, Open Minds” 2981 Bergen Peak Drive (behind Life Care)

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TRIVIA 1. TELEVISION: What was the name of Tim Taylor’s friend and sidekick on the “Home Improvement” sitcom? 2. GEOGRAPHY: Which U.S. city has the nickname “Big D”? 3. LITERATURE: Which novel begins with the line, “Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again”? 4. MEDICAL: What usually causes rickets in children? 5. MUSIC: Which novel is referenced in The Police’s song “Don’t Stand So Close to Me”? 6. FOOD & DRINK: Cafe du Monde is a famous restaurant in what city? 7. ENTERTAINERS: Which famous actor was born Maurice Micklewhite? 8. MEASUREMENTS: What scientific unit of measurement also is the name of a mammal?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is a thalassophile? 10. ANATOMY: What is the colored part of the eye called? Answers 1. Al Borland 2. Dallas 3. “Rebecca” 4. Lack of vitamin D 5. “Lolita” 6. New Orleans 7. Michael Caine 8. Mole, which is used to measure particles in a substance 9. A lover of seas and oceans 10. Iris (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Recreation center shuttered again

Well, that certainly didn’t last long. My town’s recreation center opened last week for indoor walking only -- no classes, no basketball, no anything else -- then shut down again just as quickly. It seemed like it would be safe: only a certain number allowed into the building at one time, no walking with a buddy, walking by yourself in one lane on the track, enter the building at your designated time and leave when your time is up. What could

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NOW HERE’S A TIP * If you need to pick up small shards of glass, use a cotton ball that’s been moistened, or a slice of white bread (insides only) wadded up. * Glass and chrome will shine if you clean them with newspaper. You can mist the paper with water first, but not too much. Rub ... and the shine comes right out, plus no streaks or lint! * “Use purified water in your coffeemaker to lengthen its life. Water deposits build up and affect both the flavor and function of your machine. They can be cleaned, but it’s much better if you use purified drinking water from a jug. It makes it very easy to fill the machine, too.” -- M.E. in Wyoming * “Purchase colorful laundry baskets for each

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go wrong? What went wrong was the Mask Police. We’re supposed to be able to exercise without a mask. Except, cried the Mask Police, we would be exercising indoors. Indoors equals need for masks. I hear it was a very heated board meeting, with those on opposing sides quite vocal in presenting their cases. The anti-mask contingent was adamant that it was dangerous to ask us to mask up while exercising. The Mask Police insisted that COVID-positive

people would be exhaling germs all over the rec center. They even brought charts and graphs. In the end, the rec center supervisor threw his hands in the air and declared the center closed for the foreseeable future. Meanwhile, there’s a bright spot on the horizon for this winter. The local senior center is once again hosting the Senior Health Fair. The purpose of the annual event is to link seniors with resources in the area. Companies and providers sign up to show-

child in your home. In the evening, you can have the child find all his or her stray items, put them in the basket and then put them away. In our house, the kids also use their basket to hold anything they need for school the next day -- backpack, coats and outerwear, even boots. We stack the baskets by the door, and nothing gets left behind.” -- P.W. in Missouri * When you are frying up ground beef, add a tablespoon or two of water. It will help the excess grease to pull away from the meat, making it easier to drain off. * “To speed the healing of bruises, try eating pineapple. Drink lots of water, too. I play contact sports, and this has always helped me.” -- R.E. in Missouri

case their wares and offerings, including housing, products aimed at seniors, fitness, legal help, the fire department, seniorliving retirement communities, the YMCA, medical services, at-home nurse visits and much more. This year, however, like last year, it will all be online. Each exhibitor will have videos and “live” online events that seniors can “visit” via computer. There will be entertainment, but unfortunately, no snack tables.

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Public Notices call Bobi 303.659.2522 Legals City and County Jefferson County Press Listing Expenditures For 08/27/2021-09/02/2021 Johnson, Mari Cash Conversion 249.18 Pooled Cash Total 249.18 All States Title Services Motor Vehicle Overpayments 206.28 Alpine Buick Gmc Motor Vehicle Overpayments 30.02 Anthony Delisa-Ludwig Motor Vehicle Overpayments 228.63 Daniel Dearing Motor Vehicle Overpayments 68.06 David M & Jean M Pero Motor Vehicle Overpayments 73.10 Eduardo Zendejas Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Edward A & Andrea B Vaughn Motor Vehicle Overpayments 68.40 Eric T Shelnutt Motor Vehicle Overpayments 220.98 Foothills Animal Shelter Motor Vehicle Overpayments 86.10 Galloway Planning & Engineering Recording/Elections 10.00 Interstate Title Solutions Inc Motor Vehicle Overpayments 306.84 Kayla Marie Craig Motor Vehicle Overpayments 353.37 Metrum Community Credit Union Motor Vehicle Overpayments 26.47 Mylissa D Matson Motor Vehicle Overpayments 24.38 Red Rocks Credit Union Motor Vehicle Overpayments 224.73 Renegade Harley-Davidson Motor Vehicle Overpayments 50.09 Ronnie Vasquez Motor Vehicle Overpayments 8.20 Stuart Richard Erickson Motor Vehicle Overpayments 297.32 The Salvation Army Arcc Motor Vehicle Overpayments 110.00 Tyrrell Motor Vehicle Overpayments 250.36 Xiaohui Janecek Motor Vehicle Overpayments 148.10 Clerk & Recorder Custodial Fund Total 2,799.63 Aed Everywhere Inc General Supplies (Other) 1,036.70 Alight Solutions Llc Consultant Services 18,275.81 Amanda Kathleen Becker Mileage 23.52 An Thien Pham Academic Degree Programs 2,000.00 Andrew Pierce St Denis Academic Degree Programs 2,000.00 At&T Mobility Maintenance Agreement 1,243.30 Bkd Llp Services & Charges (Other) 3,200.00 Bloomberg Finance Lp Information Services 6,753.67 Bob Barker Company Inc Clothing Supplies 2,999.36 Bob Barker Company Inc Office Supplies 913.50 Bob Barker Company Inc Laundry Supplies 755.52 Brynn Erin Chase Mileage 47.04 Centurylink Telephone Services 3,604.45 Charmaine N Garcia Academic Degree Programs 2,000.00 Client Payment Trial Expense 1,539.70 Cmi Inc Police Supplies 112.14 Cml Security Llc Electronic Supplies 800.00 Colo Doorways Inc Building Maintenance 926.52 Colorado Community Media Deed Advertising Clearing 114.00 Commercial Flooring Services Inc Building Maintenance 2,774.17 Costar Realty Information Inc Information Services 20,515.30 Covendis Contract Services 71,961.00 Creative Trophy And Award Company Recognition/Appreciation 42.00 Crestons Welding Building Maintenance 4,144.00 Curbside Inc Trash Removal Services 405.00 Dawn B Holmes Inc Autopsy Services 11,200.00 189.00 Deborah W George Legal Services Dill Dill Carr Stonbraker & Hutchings Pc Litigation Support Services 972.50 Dooley Enterprises Inc Shooting Range Supplies 17,050.00 Ean Services Ltd Computer Training 175.00 Ecolab Center Laundry Supplies 1,269.40 True Employee Loan Solution Llc Connect Loans 525.67 Evergreen Metro District Water& Sanitation Services 103.92 Evergreen Oil Company Professional & Technical Services (Other) 509.10 Facility Solutions Group Inc Office Supplies 520.87 Foothills Animal Shelter Due To Pet DataAnimal Licenses 1,120.00 Front Range Legal Process Service Llc Litigation Support Services 150.00 Frontier Mechanical Inc Building Maintenance 830.60 Galls Llc Police Supplies 4,273.60 Galls Llc General Supplies (Other) 3,398.92 Garvins Sewer Service Inc Building Maintenance 523.00

Gregory D Mantey Program Supplies 49.50 Hawk Analytics Inc Contract Services 2,495.00 Hey Mr Digital Video Media Miscellaneous Contract Services 700.00 Hill Petroleum Fuel 24,854.65 Hlp Inc Software Maintenance Agreement 13,680.00 Imeg Corp Building Maintenance 4,400.00 Intellectual Technology Inc Administrative Adjustments 1,526.98 Intermountain Rural Electric Association Heat & Power 1,458.31 Intermountain Safety Shoes Tools & Shop Equipment 125.00 Intermountain Safety Shoes Jcso Uniforms (Goods/Inventory) 125.00 Jay Dee Cleaning & Restoration Inc Building Maintenance 5,040.00 Jefferson County Sheriff Bank Charges 368.80 Johnson Controls Equipment Maintenance 3,377.88 Johnson Controls Fire Protection Lp Life Safety Maintenance 4,015.60 Kelsey Lynn Johnson Board Meetings Expense 100.00 Kishinevsky, Tatyana Services & Charges (Other) 90.00 Kleen Tech Services Corp Janitorial Services 193,774.00 Laura A Armstrong Mileage 46.14 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 404.98 Majestic Document Holders Llc Office Supplies 1,274.38 Melanie R Gutteea Academic Degree Programs 145.00 Metlife Home And Auto Insurance 1,926.74 Optiv Security Inc Maintenance Agreement 20,487.35 Parkridge Plaza Llc Building Rent 6,022.00 Patrick J Oconnell Telephone Services 165.00 Premium Auto Glass Commercial Repairs 1,080.50 Quicksilver Express Courier Inc Of Co Postage 340.00 Raftelis Services & Charges (Other) 6,500.00 Revolutionarytext Llc Legal Services 1,935.00 Rocky Mountain Bottled Water Services & Charges (Other) 201.49 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 3,741.15 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 17,638.17 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Transportation 169.23 Savatree Llc Lawn & Grounds Maintenance 3,774.00 Scan Air Filters Inc H V A C Supplies 383.48 Scl Health General Supplies (Other) 108.00 Sgr Llc Litigation Support Services 465.50 Source Office Products Office Supplies 3,239.65 Source Office Products Police Supplies 89.25 Source Office Products Copier Clearing 59,685.64 T Mobile Telephone Services 1,130.18 Twin City Security Inc Contract Services 4,380.00 Twin City Security In Security Services 25,256.29 United Parcel Service Inc Postage 124.00 United Site Services Of Colorado Inc Contract Services 399.72 Us Recognition Police Supplies 3,250.74 Victory Supply, Llc Office Supplies 326.88 Victory Supply, Llc Laundry Supplies 272.40 Vti Security Electronic Supplies 832.50 Vti Security Software Maintenance Agreement 10,175.73 Wellpath Llc Miscellaneous Contract Services 444,080.17 Western Paper Distributors Inc Janitorial Supplies 4,800.91 Western Paper Distributors Inc Hygiene Supplies 1,561.19 Western Paper Distributors Inc Medical Supplies/Drugs 10,821.32 Western Paper Distributors Inc Safety Supplies 1,250.00 Won-Door Corp Building Maintenance 1,458.00 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions Inc Miscellaneous Contract Services 7,375.00 Workday Inc Consultant Services 1,796.66 Xcel Energy Heat & Power 5,882.99 Xcel Energy Water& Sanitation Services 38.50 General Fund Total 1,102,214.83 Professional Psychology Associates Pc Miscellaneous Contract Services 11,010.00 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions Inc Miscellaneous Contract Services 14,098.29 General Fund Grants Total 25,108.29 Rocky Mountain Cpr And First Aid Medical Services 584.88 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 214.58 Insurance Fund Total 799.46 Tristar Insurance Group Workers Compensation Self-Insured Claims 23,970.11 Worker’s Compensation Fund Total 23,970.11 Amy Laura Gates General Supplies (Other) 45.55 Anne L Friant Recognition/Appreciation 21.60 Anthony J Auciello County Travel 522.69 Antonio Vargas Customer Deposits-Damage 7,265.00 Barricade Holdings Llc Dba Co Barricade Company Trail Improvements 322.50 Colo State University Miscellaneous Contract Services 19,805.85 Concrete Express Inc Trail Improvements 258,658.00 Consolidated Mutual Water Company Water& Sanitation Services 22.70 Control Solutions Inc Building Construction & Design 10,441.16 Eric Knox Customer Deposits-Damage 500.00 Ero Resources Corp Trail Improvements 164.00

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Intermountain Rural Electric Association Heat & Power 201.91 Karey A Baker Professional Dues & Memberships 180.00 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 31.52 Mary Faddick Customer Deposits-Damage 500.00 Metlife Home And Auto Insurance 95.31 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 250.34 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 1,357.88 Ryan Frueh Customer Deposits-Damage 3,650.00 Safe Systems Inc Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,615.00 Scot M Grossman Mileage 134.62 Xcel Energy Heat & Power 1,643.57 Open Space Fund Total 307,429.20 Corona Insights Consultant Services 9,825.00 Open Space Fund Grants Total 9,825.00 Alfred Benesch & Company Miscellaneous Contract Services 258.50 Alsco Denver Industrial Janitorial Services 313.50 Apc Construction Co Llc Asphalt Supplies 51,007.48 Benjamin Joel Gingles Clothing Supplies 107.23 Cartegraph Systems Inc Software Maintenance Agreement 4,375.00 Cce Recovery Services Trash Removal Services 1,600.00 Centurylink Telephone Services 90.49 Cintas First Aid & Safety Medical Services 104.81 Ean Services Ltd Computer Training 95.00 Envirotech Services Inc Salt Sand & De-Icers 169,571.39 Fastenal Company Safety Supplies 1,282.02 Flaggers Inc Temporary Agencies 2,186.25 Ideal Fencing Corp Fence/Guardrail Repair Services 9,255.00 Intermountain Rural Electric Association Utilities (Other) 51.07 Kumar & Associates Inc Engineering Services 3,840.00 Labor Finders Temporary Agencies 4,830.98 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 70.92 Martin Marietta Materials Inc Asphalt Supplies 572.12 Martin Marietta Materials Inc Concrete Supplies 3,547.77 Metlife Home And Auto Insurance 56.92 Oxford Recycling Inc Disposal Of Construction Spoils 180.00 Republic Services Inc Trash Removal Services 296.73 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 208.34 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 1,346.55 Suburban Propane Inc Propane 1,439.65 Terracare Associates Llc Lawn & Grounds Maintenance 11,902.34 Toole Design Group, Llc Road & Street Improvements 13,836.50 Utility Notification Center Of Colo Utilities (Other) 1,899.48 Verizon Wireless Telephone Services 1,869.77 Waste Management Of Colo Inc Trash Removal Services 618.69 Westterra Land Acquisitions 3,000.00 Xcel Energy Traffic Related Power 1,474.66 Road & Bridge Fund Total 291,289.16 A&A Languages Llc Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,372.56 Alina M Fowler Hs Mileage 358.34 Alison L Mangold Hs Mileage 227.36 Allison A Pearce Hs-Mileage 173.60 Alysia C Jacobs Hs Mileage 183.68 Amanda M Munn Hs Mileage 390.88 Amber Nicole Hoffmeister Hs County Travel 11.50 Anastasia M Vaughn Hs Mileage 197.79 Angelina Barry Maiorca Hs Mileage 179.54 Anyssa L Vela Hs Mileage 176.57 Brittany Marlene Zabel Hs-Mileage 149.52 California Dept Of Public Health Hs Document Copy Supplies 25.00 Chelsea L Rippen Hs Business Meals 85.44 Chelsea L Rippen Hs Mileage 96.32 Client Payment Hs Assistance Payments Other 8,256.00 Client Payment Hs Assistance Payments County Paid 26.35 Client Payment Hs Refund Assistance PaymentState 576.92 Client Payment Hs Assistance Payments Rent 12,072.84 Darci Lynn Rodecap Hs Mileage 254.97 Elizabeth M Marquardt Hs Mileage 248.08 Employee Loan Solution Llc True Connect Loans 87.45 Express Services Inc Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 23,282.87 Jill Kathleen Henderson Hs-Mileage 151.98 Jillian Q Lees Hs Mileage 176.85 Justiceworks Co Llc Hs-Assistance Payments Cyf 2,520.00 Kim Allen Hs-Mileage 38.02 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 23.64 Libby H Donohue Hs-Mileage 138.32 Lindsay Nicole Despain Hs-Mileage 226.97 Mac Counseling And Consulting Hs-Miscellaneous Contract Services 312.49 Madison Mckenzie Reilly Hs-Mileage 155.12 Metlife Home And Auto Insurance 302.99 Mikayla Susan Jones Hs-Mileage 579.44 Molly L Mcdougal Hs-Mileage 344.52 Purple Communications Inc Hs-Miscellaneous Contract Services 217.15 Rachel A Entsminger Hs-Mileage 129.92 Raise The Future Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,283.25 Regina Papas Kenagy Hs-Mileage 487.76 Regina Papas Kenagy Hs-County Travel 17.13 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care

2,232.45 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 7,470.02 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Transportation 10.50 Samantha S Smith Hs-Mileage 221.65 Savio House Hs-Miscellaneous Contract Services 68,018.75 Syntes Language Group Inc Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,625.45 Tina L Ibbott Hs-Mileage 404.88 Tyler Technologies Hs-Computer Supplies/ Software/Equipment 898.00 Social Services Fund Total 136,420.83 Express Services Inc Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 160.77 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 7.88 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 631.80 Workforce Development Fund Total 800.45 Ean Services Ltd Hs Computer Training 270.00 Elite Hood Cleaning Co Hs Repair & Maintenance (Other) 311.00 Knutson Speaks Hs-Training & Education 1,650.00 Major Heating And Air Conditioning Hs Repair & Maintenance (Other) 1,547.81 Royal Crest Dairy Inc Hs Food Supplies 352.20 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 263.16 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 579.58 Security Central Inc Hs-Services & Charges (Other) 108.00 Us Foods Inc Hs-Miscellaneous Contract Services 5,593.71 Valley Water District Hs Utilities (Other) 303.40 Head Start Fund Total 10,978.86 Express Services Inc Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 11,682.39 Workforce Development Fund Grants Total 11,682.39 Teaching Strategies Llc Hs Computer Supplies/ Software/Equipment 8,000.00 Head Start Fund Grants Total 8,000.00 A&E Tire Tires 1,379.24 A&E Tire Equipment Maintenance 206.00 Et Technologies Inc Machinery & Equipment 92,164.25 Hill Petroleum Fuel 29,991.56 Hill Petroleum Motor Oil 852.03 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 23.64 Mhc Kenworth Inc Vehicle & Equipment Parts 7,232.20 Quick Set Auto Glass Equipment Maintenance 860.00 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 204.67 Fleet Services Fund Total 132,913.59 Active Minds Programs 1,250.00 Amazon Capital Services Inc Computer Supplies/Software/Equipment 87.96 Amazon Capital Services Inc Office Supplies 152.86 Amazon Capital Services Inc Graphic Supplies 117.76 Amazon Capital Services Inc Recognition/Appreciation 39.54 Amazon Capital Services Inc General Supplies (Other) 732.44 Amazon Capital Services Inc Special Events Supplies 98.86 Amazon Capital Services Inc Food Supplies 14.99 At&T Mobility Telephone Services 1,637.56 Baker & Taylor Company Inc Library Books & Materials-Digital 536.04 Baker & Taylor Company Inc Library Books & Materials-Vas 3,890.90 Baker & Taylor Company Inc Library Books & Materials-Print 18,024.55 Cintas First Aid & Safety General Supplies(Other) 68.43 Cmrs-Fp Postage 5,000.00 Conserve A Watt Lighting Inc Electrical Supplies 511.50 Courtyard On Vine Street Llc Building Rent 8,276.40 Evergreen Metro District Water& Sanitation Services 834.54 Express Services Inc Temporary Agencies 1,459.94 Fruitguys Llc, The Food Supplies 360.00 Haynes Mechanical Systems Hvac Services 2,607.22 Hollenbeck, Reuben Programs 400.00 Ingram Library Services Library Books & Materials-Vas 8.88 Ingram Library Services Library Books & Materials-Print 172.18 Jackson Manufacturers Co Inc Equipment (Other) 699.00 Jessica A Paulsen Mileage 43.96 Karise N Doub Mileage 27.33 Katherine Williams Mileage 0.56 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 118.20 Lewan And Associates Equipment Maintenance 344.85 Malm Electrical Contractors Llc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 2,581.75 Metlife Home And Auto Insurance 270.03 Midwest Tape Library Books & Materials-Dvd 2,676.33 Milan, Kelly Programs 400.00 Peak Elevator Llc Equipment Maintenance 360.00 Raven Printing Centers Inc Printing Services 607.21 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 993.35 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 4,132.74 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Transportation 15.00 Sentinel Technologies Inc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 5,150.00 Spectrum Audio Visual Professional & Technical Services (Other) 350.00 T Mobile Telephone Services

1,026.37 The Iq Business Group Inc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 87.50 Verizon Wireless Telephone Services 44.40 Waxie Sanitary Supply Janitorial Supplies 378.65 Xcel Energy Heat & Power 36,865.49 Library Fund Total 103,455.27 Delta Dental Of Colo Delta Dental Insurance Claims 27,982.30 Employee Loan Solution Llc True Connect Loans 65.90 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 7.88 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 114.58 United Healthcare Uhc Medical Claims 238,318.01 Benefit Plan Fund Total 266,488.67 Centura Health Laboratory Services 900.00 Colo Dept Of Revenue Seatbelt Infraction Disbursements 112.50 Ean Services Ltd Computer Training 175.00 Galls Llc Police Supplies 4,914.85 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 206.98 Metlife Home And Auto Insurance 50.75 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 1,179.19 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 3,283.77 Source Office Products Office Supplies 661.90 Patrol Fund Total 11,484.94 Aramark Correctional Services Llc General Supplies (Other) 727.08 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 7.98 Inmate Welfare Fund Total 735.06 Alta Language Services Inc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 68.00 Catalyss Counseling Llc Consultant Services 480.00 Colo Dept Of Public Health & Environment Intergovernmental To State 2,661.00 Community Language Cooperative Professional & Technical Services (Other) 130.00 Duane J Dominguez Program Supplies 32.76 Gayle S Redhorse Mileage 37.35 Greg Giddins Professional & Technical Services (Other) 20,791.00 Katie D Kirjak Mileage 228.48 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 15.76 Mark B Johnson Consultant Services 2,300.00 Mckesson General Medical Corp Medical Supplies/Drugs 135.06 Paramaverick Consulting Llc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 5,985.00 Prosci Inc Professional Dues & Memberships 4,500.00 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Child Care 2,280.05 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 2,415.69 Shellie L Laws Postage 41.90 Shellie L Laws Program Supplies 328.63 Sportline Professional & Technical Services (Other) 964.00 Steven Michael Jackson Mileage 558.60 Veritrace Inc General Supplies (Other) 2,918.40 Vi Nguyen Program Supplies 34.17 Vi Nguyen Mileage 195.67 Victor Boog & Assoc Pc Legal Services 1,850.00 Public Health Fund Total 48,951.52 Allyson R Masunaga Goto Food & Beverages 34.00 Allyson R Masunaga Goto Mileage 1.12 Alta Language Services Inc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 68.00 Arlosoul Llc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 3,000.00 Biolytical Laboratories Inc Medical Supplies/ Drugs 103.00 Community Language Cooperative Professional & Technical Services (Other) 1,626.76 Gaul, Colleen E Consultant Services 400.00 Guadalupe Janet Gonzalez-Cervantes Mileage 29.63 James M. Houston Consultant Services 2,758.00 Katharine Brenton Professional & Technical Services (Other) 2,835.00 Katherine Wagner Mileage 28.39 Labcorp Laboratory Services 935.85 Mckesson General Medical Corp Medical Supplies/Drugs 1,577.74 Moodyworks32 Llc Professional & Technical Services (Other) 1,040.00 Shellie L Laws Postage 16.50 Spring Institute Professional & Technical Services (Other) 187.50 Us Bank Education & Training Materials 367.90 Us Bank Professional Dues & Memberships 671.00 Vi Nguyen Mileage 4.26 Public Health Fund Grants Total 15,684.65 Centurylink Telephone Services 47.48 Cumming Management Group Inc Contract Services 8,938.00 Legalshield Employee Legal Services 15.76 Rps Plan Administrators Inc Flex Medical Insurance 62.50 Us Customs & Border Protection Miscellaneous Contract Services 141.20 Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman Pi Legal Services 5,460.60 Xcel Energy Heat & Power 12,703.29 Airport Fund Total 27,368.83 Xcel Energy Heat & Power 892.92 Solid Waste Emergency Reserve Fund Total 892.92 Colorado Community Media Hs Public Notices 186.20 Express Services Inc Hs Miscellaneous Contract Services 1,054.78 Community Development Fund Grants Total 1,240.98 Grand Total 2,540,783.82

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Public Notices Legal Ad No.: CC444587 First Publication: September 15, 2021 Last Publication: September 15, 2021 Publisher: Canyon Courier NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT FOR COLLABORATIVE CARE CENTER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with the notice provisions contained in § 38-26-107, C.R.S., the CLEAR CREEK BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS has established October 5, 2021 at 9:50 a.m. at the Board of County Commissioners hearing room, located at 405 Argentine Street, Georgetown, Colorado, as the date, time and place of final settlement with Alliance Construction Solutions LLC, for County Administration, Collaborative Care Center, County of Clear Creek, State of Colorado. Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, sustenance, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or his or her subcontractor in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplied laborers, rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, whose claim therefore has not been paid by the contractor or subcontractor, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for work contracted to be done, may file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Clear Creek Board of County Commissioners, Clear Creek County, P.O. Box 2000, 405 Argentine Street, Georgetown, Colorado 80444. Failure to file such verified statement or claim prior to final settlement will release the County and its employees and agents from any and all liability for such claim and for making final payment to said contractor. George Marlin, Chairman Board of County Commissioners Legal Ad No(s).: CC444582 and CCC000190 Published in the Clear Creek Courant & Canyon Courier issues dated September 8 and 15, 2021.

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departure from the Service Plan must be brought within 45 days from publication of this notice. BY RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TIMBERS ESTATES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT passed on the 16th day of August, 2021. TIMBERS ESTATES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT BY /s/ Dave Hartvigsen Dave Hartvigsen, Chair cc: Jefferson County District Court Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners Legal Ad No.: CC444588 Published one time on: September 15, 2021 Published in: Canyon Courier

Bids and Settlements

designated website. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Owner will not be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website. Instructions to Bidders. For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Request for Bids that is included in the Bidding Documents. This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Clear Creek County By: Clear Creek County Road & Bridge Department Title: Stoy Streepey, PE, County Engineer Date: September 1, 2021

REQUEST FOR BIDS CLEAR CREEK COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARTMENT CLEAR CREEK COUNTY, COLORADO

Legal Ad No(s).: CCC000193 and CC444585 (Notice published in the Clear Creek Courant and Canyon Courier September 8th and September 15th, 2021)

Clear Creek County (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project:

REQUEST FOR BIDS CLEAR CREEK COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARTMENT CLEAR CREEK COUNTY, COLORADO

PW 21-05 Pavement Marking Services Bids for the construction of the Project will be accepted electronically with the following exact text in the subject line: Bid for PW 21-05 Pavement Marking Services. Bids sent by parcel service or U.S.P.S. shall be addressed to the attention of Stoy Streepey and be clearly marked on the front of the envelope with: Bid for PW 21-05 Pavement Marking Services. All bids must be received via email to sstreepey@ clearcreekcounty.us, via courier at the Clear Creek County Road & Bridge Department located at 3549 Stanley Road (CR 312), Dumont, Colorado 80436 or via U.S.P.S at P.O. Box 362, Dumont CO 80436 no later than Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 1:00PM local time. At said time all bids duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/99978540049?pwd=aml0eFEyb XVVZi9DdXB4Y3NtNkNSZz09 The Project includes the following Work:

Clear Creek County (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: PW 21-02 Roadway Crack Sealing Project Bids for the construction of the Project will be accepted electronically with the following exact text in the subject line: Bid for PW 21-02 Roadway Crack Sealing Project. Bids sent by parcel service or U.S.P.S. shall be addressed to the attention of Stoy Streepey and be clearly marked on the front of the envelope with: Bid for PW 21-02 Roadway Crack Sealing Project. All bids must be received via email to sstreepey@ clearcreekcounty.us, via courier at the Clear Creek County Road & Bridge Department located at 3549 Stanley Road (CR 312), Dumont, Colorado 80436 or via U.S.P.S at P.O. Box 362, Dumont CO 80436 no later than Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 10:00AM local time. At said time all bids duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud via Zoom:

https://co-clearcreekcounty2.civicplus.com/Bids. aspx?CatID=17 Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the designated website. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Owner will not be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website. Instructions to Bidders For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Request for Bids that is included in the Bidding Documents. This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Clear Creek County By: Clear Creek County Road & Bridge Department Title: Stoy Streepey, PE, County Engineer Date: August 31, 2021 Legal Ad No.: CCC000192 and CC444584 (Notice published in the Clear Creek Courant and Canyon Courier September 8th and September 15th, 2021) REQUEST FOR BIDS CLEAR CREEK COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE DEPARTMENT CLEAR CREEK COUNTY, COLORADO Clear Creek County (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project: PW 21-09 Frost Heave Repair Witter Gulch Road Bids for the construction of the Project will be accepted electronically with the following exact text in the subject line: Bid for PW 21-09 Frost Heave Repair. Bids sent by parcel service or U.S.P.S. shall be addressed to the attention of Stoy Streepey and be clearly marked on the front of the envelope with: Bid for PW 21-09 Frost Heave Repair.

Obtaining the Bidding Documents

• Application of approximately 20,000 pounds of joint and crack sealant on various County roads, recreation paths and parking lots

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Any action to enjoin such activity as a material

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• Frost heave repair • Includes the full width removal of approximately 170 feet of asphalt and replacement with an insulated asphalt road surface

Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated website:

https://co-clearcreekcounty2.civicplus.com/Bids. aspx?CatID=17

Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the designated website. The designated website will be updated periodically with addenda, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the designated website. Owner will not be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the designated website. Instructions to Bidders. For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Request for Bids that is included in the Bidding Documents. This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Clear Creek County By: Clear Creek County Road & Bridge Department Title: Stoy Streepey, PE, County Engineer Date: September 3, 2021 Legal Ad No(s).: CCC000194 and CC444586 (Notice published in the Clear Creek Courant and Canyon Courier September 8th and September 15th, 2021)

Notice to Creditors NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Billie H. Ackerman, Deceased Case Number 2020PR65

Legal Ad No.: CC444580 First Publication: September 1, 2021 Last Publication: September 15, 2021 Publisher: Canyon Courier

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Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated website:

All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before January 2, 2022 or the claims may be forever barred.

• Pavement marking services on various County roads which includes long line striping of approximately 17 miles of County roads at various locations.

Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at the following designated website:

Obtaining the Bidding Documents

All bids must be received via email to sstreepey@ clearcreekcounty.us, via courier at the Clear Creek County Road & Bridge Department located at 3549 Stanley Road (CR 312), Dumont, Colorado 80436 or via U.S.P.S at P.O. Box 362, Dumont CO 80436 no later than Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 11:00AM local time. At said time all bids duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud via Zoom:

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Subsection 321-207(3)(b), C.R.S., as amended, that the Board of Directors of the Timbers Estates Metropolitan District has determined that District oversight and management of recreational use of the District’s ponds and reservoirs is in the best interests of the District’s constituents and to protect the real property assets of the District. As managers of the recreational use of the District’s water bodies, the District Board retains all authority to determine policies and establishment of rules and regulations governing use.

The Project includes the following Work:

• Culvert replacement • Replacement of a 36-inch diameter by 40foot long corrugated metal pipe and asphalt road surface patch

The Project includes the following Work:

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The Generac PWRcell solar plus battery storage system. Save money, reduce reliance on grid, prepare for outages & power your home. Full installation services. $0 down ﬁnancing option. Request free no obligation quote. 1-855-270-3785 AT&T Internet. Starting at $40/month w/12-mo agreement. 1 TB of data/ month. Ask how to bundle & SAVE! Geo & service restrictions apply. 1-888-796-8850 2 belt buckets. U shaped turquoise (stone) and silver (color) $85. Black Hills gold belt bucket $150. 4 sets of Cross Pen and Pencil. $25 per set or $100 for all plus 3 extra pens and pencils plus reﬁlls. Call 720-532-5257 Update your home with beautiful new blinds & shades. Free in-home estimates make it convenient to shop from home. Professional installation. Top quality - Made in the USA. Free consultation: 877-212-7578. Ask about our specials! HughesNet Satellite Internet – Finally, super-fast internet no matter where you live. 25 Mbps just $59.99/mo! Un-limited Data is Here. Stream Video. Bundle TV & Internet. Free Installation. Call 866-499-0141

BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 855-761-1725 DIRECTV NOW. No Satellite. $40/ mo. 65 Channels. Stream news, life events, sports & on demand titles. No contract/commitment. CALL 1-866-825-6523 Best satellite TV with 2 year price guarantee! $59.99/mo with 190 channels and 3 months free premium movie channels! Free next day installation! Call 844-842-4469 Imogen G3, 16 cell, 2019. Imogen G5, 16 cell, 2019. New $400 each. Asking $100 each. _ Conference Folding Table, 18”x72”. $45 Call 720-344-4705

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Tools

Large Tool Box

50 years of tools, Snap-On, Mac, Matco, air tools, torque wrenches, dial calipers, mikes, a/c vacuum pump, shop battery charger and starter, air drills and bits, tap & dye sets. And lot's more. Asking $50,000. Call 303-805-0301

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

Pets Dogs

Doodle Puppies

Golden Doodles and Bernedoodles Home-Raised Heath Tested and Guaranteed Standard and Mini Size available Schedule a visit today! (970)215-6860 www.puppylovedoodles.com

Transportation Autos for Sale 1995 Chevy Astro Cargo Van AC, pwr steering, pwr brakes, pw door locks and cruise control. Metal bins. Good condition. $1,500. Call 303-518-1329

RV’s and Campers RV For Sale 2004 Fleetwood Tioga 29V Class C 33K Miles Sleeps 8 Rear Queen Bed 4K Gen Very Good Cond Asking $27,000 Please Call Mike 303-552-4234

Near new 5th wheel. Great condition. Stacking W/D, generator, King size walk around bed, large BA with 2 sinks, walk in shower. 55-inch ﬂat screen TV, ﬁreplace, sleeps 6, ALL season. Asking $60,000. 303902-7827

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Offer not available in all areas. 25% discount applied by retailer representative at time of contract execution and applies to purchase of 3 or more windows and/or entry or patio doors. Valid during first appointment only. Cannot be combined with other offers. Initial contact for a free Window and Door Diagnosis must be made and documented on or before 9/30/21, with the appointment then occurring no more than 10 days after the initial contact. No payments and deferred interest for 12 months available to well qualified buyers on approved credit only. Not all customers may qualify. No Finance Charges will be assessed if promo balance is paid in full in 12 months. Renewal by Andersen retailers are independently owned and operated retailers, and are neither brokers nor lenders. Any finance terms advertised are estimates only, and all financing is provided by third-party lenders unaffiliated with Renewal by Andersen retailers, under terms and conditions arranged directly between the customer and such lender. Window Warmth, LLC d/b/a Renewal by Andersen of Colorado. “Renewal by Andersen” and all other marks where denoted are marks of Andersen Corporation. ©2021 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved. ©2021 Lead Surge LLC. All rights reserved. All sales, marketing and installation of windows is conducted by Renewal by Andersen of Colorado, an independently owned and operated affiliate operating in CO and NM.