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Five candidates running for governor meet in Fort Lupton BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
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Colorado’s oil and gas industry was well represented Jan. 6 as five Students in the Adams 14 Republicans seeking their party’s School District will be doing nomination for Colorado governor remote learning the week of met in Fort Lupton. Monday, Jan. 10. “(Gov. Jared) Polis killed the oil The reason is the spread of COand gas industry. It’s one of the bigVID cases. According to a stategest industries in the state of Coloment from the district, Adams rado,” candidate Greg Lopez said at County has seen a 357 percent the forum hosted by the Republican increase in cases in the last two Women of Weld County. “Not only weeks. does it create over 80,000 jobs, both Meals will be available during upstream and downstream, it pays this week of remote learning from 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. at each well for families. You should remember that in his first legislative school. Students at Sanville Presession after we voted to tell him to school can get their food at Rose leave oil and gas alone, he decided to Hill Elementary School, 6900 E. go ahead and pass legislation to put 58th Ave. in setbacks.” Meals will also be available in Nine Republican Colorado guberneighborhood locations starting natorial candidates were invited Tuesday, Jan. 11. The district to the candidate forum at the Fort said it would send information Lupton Recreation Center, but only about locations and times directfive candidates attended. They were ly to families. Greg Lopez, the former mayor of The district said each school’s Parker; Morrison’s Jason Lopez; start and end times will be the same. The same applies for lunch Elbert County Realtor Danielle Neuschwanger; Jeffrey Fry of breaks .. 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hayden and Frisco’s Jon GrayMiddle-school sports are canGinsberg. celed for the week. High-school Veteran political strategist and sports -- with a two-person-informer Colorado state Republican attendance-per-athlete rule in chair Dick Wadhams moderated the place -- will continue unless the forum, asking focusing on Colorado School ActiviA long lineHigh of cars outside the city of Brighton’s rapidquestions testing site at oil and gas, protecting rural areas, ties Association says otherwise. Riverdale Regional Park. The site has had to close early many days in recent crime, transportation, the pandemCHSAA officials said they will weeks due cues to high demand. Adams County’s test positivity rate ic, and 14-day the 2020 election. take their from local health primary will occur June 28. departments. was 15.9 percent, as of Nov. 17, according The to Tri-County Health Department. The general election is Nov. 8. than Grounds, buildBrighton andmaintenance, Commerce City’s test positivity rates were both higher Greg Lopez, who lives in Elizabeth ing engineers, transportation, 13 percent. Forty-five people in Brighton and 29 insaid Commerce City currently, Polis does nothave care technology department employdiedand from COVID-19 related health issues. To limit spread of COVID-19, about Weldthe County or Colorado ees those in food service families. that prohibits indoor and need to 15 report during regularly at least counties moved to tighter restrictions “His goal is to make sure that scheduled hours, according to personal gatherings. when and solar replace fossil fuels, the district. One administrator he doesn’t care about Weld County, from each campus will be on-site he doesn’t care about the families each day. that work hard,” said. “We are Decisions about future remote Photoheby Belen Ward going to make him a one-term goverlearning needs are due by Thursnor so he doesn’t make Coloradans day, Jan. 13, according to the suffer.” district.
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Morrison’s Jason Lopez, CEO at NANO Rx, a pharmaceutical ingredient maker, said he has seen firsthand how oil and gas benefits the country. “I come from an oil and gas background and protect the oil and gas sites all over the world being in the military. Seeing the prosperity does bring in economic value,” he said. He argued against over-regulation. “One of the things that I do not agree with is over-regulation of industries,” he said. “We need to put new policies in place that can thrive industries,By airEllis quality control, ERP Arnold systems, quality management, Colorado Community Mediathat along with the environment needs to be protected. We have the As Denvertometro technology do it.counties We justcontinue need toto implement in the right situations inch closer toitlocal stay-at-home orders — right places and in the right times under Colorado’s system of coronavirus— Gov.restrictions, Polis is notthe doing related state that.” announced Neuschwanger said it should not a new level of rules that prohibits indoor come as a surprise to oil and gas dining and personal gatherings — a workers and their families. “Gov.that Polis told to you change applies theexactly majoritywhat of the he’s going to do when he ran for Denver metro area and many counties in offi ce regions. back in 2017 when he said that other in the next 40 years Colorado would COVID-19 which has be aThe state’s 100 percent green dial, efficient been in effect since September, the set state,” Neuschwanger said. is “Just recently inlevels Senate Bill 260, the transof different of restrictions that each portation initiative, he said that
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there’d be a push for 940,000 electric vehicles on the road by 2030. “ She promised to focus on preserving that rural industry. “For Weld County, I will stand up for every single rancher and farmer across our state, I will make sure to reduce stagflation,” she said. “We bring back our oil and gas industry in Colorado and focus on natural resources such as the advanced nuclear power plants and Platteville.” Fort St. Vrain, the former nuclear plant that generates electricity by burning coal, is a quarter-mile northeast of the Weld County county is required to follow basedtown. on the Fry, the Littleseverity of ageneral county’smanager local virusatspread. ton’s DC Power Industrial, said the The dial grew of the state’s current pushout towards greensafer-atenergy home order — the hurts policy that came after policies actually lower-income the statewide stay-at-home order this Coloradans. “Current energynumerous policy right spring and allowed typesnow of is all green energy by 2040. So think businesses to reopen. about it, if you have a gas stove and state switched color youThe have torecently pay,” Fry said. to “So from identifiers — levels blue, yellow and a gas stove to electric, you have orange rather thanline numbered to run the right which levels is 220.— to Then you’ve got to upgrade yourred avoid confusion. Until Nov. 17, level gas furnace to electric. How many meant a stay-at-home order. Now, level people do you think in the low-inred — “severe risk” — is the secondcome bracket can do that with fixed incomes?”
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Loree Unrein was born on February 20, 1943 in Sterling, Colorado to Lola (Bacon) and John Harman. Loree was the oldest of four children and grew up in northeastern Colorado, graduating from Padroni High School in 1961. Loree met the love of her life, Ernie, while he was attending Northeastern Junior College in Sterling. Loree and Ernie married on September 11, 1961. They lived in Northglenn and Aurora early in their marriage before moving to Fort Lupton in 1968. Loree remained in the family home following Ernie’s death, but she recently moved to Eaton in 2020. She loved her new house and enjoyed selecting and decorating it to make it her new home. Loree worked a variety of jobs while remaining at home to care for her children. She was known for her talent as a seamstress and did custom knitting for a variety of boutiques and ski resorts. She was active in her church choir and Mary Circle. Loree began working outside of the home only after her youngest child entered high school. She enjoyed her work as a rural mail carrier and ultimately retired from the United States Postal Service. Following retirement, Loree and Ernie enjoyed traveling across the country in their truck and fifth wheel camper. During their travels, they enjoyed catching up with family and friends, shopping at antique shops and collecting crackle glass. Unfortunately, their travel plans were cut short when Ernie fell ill. Loree cared for Ernie until his death in CASTANEDA
May 2019. Survivors include her children, Terry Unrein (Karen), Tanya Unrein (Terry Schwartz) and Lara Disney (Howard); seven grandchildren, Justin Unrein (Dani), Terrance Unrein (Laura), Andrea Goering (Adam), Emily Marrs, Colton Marrs, James Disney (Savannah), and Megan Disney (Kaiden); two greatgrandchildren, Aiden and Claire Unrein, sibling Connie Peterman (Mark) and ten siblings in-law. Loree was preceded in death by her husband, Ernie, parents John and Lola Harman, siblings Jack Harman and Nancy Harman, and11 siblings in-law. Those who knew Loree well called her mom, grandma, great-grandma, sister, Mrs. Unrein and a dear, devoted friend. Loree was known to be the maternal figure for family and friends alike and was always willing to listen to others without judgement. Loree was classy all the way to her end of days. She loved her family and friends fiercely and with all her heart. In lieu of flowers, the family would request donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org or to Shriners Children’s at www.shrinerschildrens. org Loree’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 11 am at the Fort Lupton Methodist Church, 306 Park Avenue, Fort Lupton, CO 80621.
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Thomas Anthony Castaneda, Sr., 78, passed on Jan. 3. He moved to Brighton in 1956. Tom attended Brighton High School. He spent over 39 years working for the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus Tom loved volunteering at the Brighton Care Center, Catholic Charities, El Centro Su Teatro, Brighton Food Pantry, Brighton Housing Authority and Bonfils Blood Bank where he organized blood drives for years in Brighton Tom was preceded in death by a daughter Linda Marie and his parents. He is survived
by four sons and one daughter: Tom Jr. (Deb) of California; Robert of Phoenix; Kenny (Tonja) of Thornton; David (Michelle) of Phoenix; and DeAnna of Brighton; his sister Pauline Ponce of Denver and nine grandchildren, five greatgrandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Rosary Mass will be Jan. 18 at 6 p.m. at St. Augustine’s Church. Funeral Mass will be on Jan. 19 at 11 a.m. at St. Augustine’s with internment to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Brighton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bonfils Blood Center of Denver Visit Vitalent.org\donatefunds.
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Steakburgers stocked, custard flows in Brighton Growing franchise Freddy’s opens in Prairie Center BY BELEN WARD BWARD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers celebrated its ribbon-cutting ceremony with the community of Brighton on January 6th. The official opening of the fast-casual restaurant was on December 28th. “Brighton’s family-friendly atmosphere and the proximity to many different retail businesses and restaurants in the Prairie Center district make the area a great fit for Freddy’s,” said Brian Pyle, franchise owner and also own 15
additional locations in the Denver area. According to officials, Freddy’s was founded in 2002 by Scott Redler, Bill, Randy, and Freddy Simon in Wichita, Kansas. Freddy’s serves up a specialty steakburger with 100% ground beef sprinkled with Freddy’s Famous steakburger & fry seasoning. Also, on the menu is Vienna beef hot dogs with shoestring fries and Freddy’s famous fry sauce. Throughout the day they also serve freshly churned frozen custard. Freddy’s is a 3,050 square foot restaurant located in the Prairie Center district with 84 guest seats and additional seating on the patio. The drive-thru service is also open. “It’s always fun when we get to bring Freddy’s to a new area and reach new
guests who may not have tried our concept before. We’re delighted to join the city of Brighton and appreciate the excitement surrounding our opening. Our team members are genuinely looking forward to serving and getting to know guests in the community,” said Pyle. Thomas Street Capital Partners private equity firm took on Freddy’s in March of 2021. As of today, Freddy’s has expanded to 400 locations serving 32 states from the west coast to the east coast. Not to mention Freddy’s was named number one best franchise to buy by Forbes magazine, and also made the list of the top 10 fastest grown restaurant chains in the United States in 2021, according to officials. In Colorado there are 30
locations and two additional sites are under construction in Windsor and Clifton. “We are thrilled to have Freddy’s officially open in Brighton,” said Patrick Giron, President & CEO of the Brighton EDC on the City of Brighton’s website. “The community’s response to Freddy’s in town has been overwhelmingly positive, so we are so glad that Brightonians have this great new food option in the city.” Freddy’s is open Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. On Friday and Saturday 10:30 to 11:00 p.m. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 2206 Prairie Center Parkway, Brighton, Colorado.
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The Adams County Elections Department wants new, custom “I Voted” stickers for the upcoming 2022 elections and is seeking talented Adams County residents and students to design them. “For the past two years, Adams County has had the most unique `I Voted’ stickers in the state thanks to this contest, and we plan to continue that tradition,” Adams County Clerk and Recorder Josh Zygielbaum said in a written statement. “This year, we’re excited to open the contest up to adults as well as students. This is a great
opportunity to involve the community in the elections process, and my office always looks forward to seeing the incredible designs that are submitted.” The contest is open to Adams County students who either live in or go to school in the county, as well as adults who live in the county. Students who have a parent who works for the county are also eligible. Entrants must fill out and sign the submission form, which must be signed by a parent or guardian if the entrant is under 18. Submissions must include a short description of the design, as well as information on the inspiration for the design. There is also a Spanish category. The public will vote to pick their favorite after the entry deadline. Details will be available on the clerk and
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Shooting suspect due in court The suspect in a murder case is due in court for an arraignment at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1. Jeffrey Aschenbrenner faces four counts, including the first-degree murder charge and possession of a weapon by a previous offender. The incident happened on Nov. 27 in the 12800 block of Picadilly Road. Deputies received a report of a woman who’d been shot. They found her alive in the front seat of a car. But after arriving at an area hospital for treatment of her injuries, she passed away.
Machete attacks suspect gets hearing Lonny McNair, the suspect in an August machete attack that left a woman dead, is due back in court for a competency hearing at 9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 28. McNair faces a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of 51-year-old Bonnie Skinner. The incident happened on Cherry Circle. A warrantless arrest affidavit said McNair was visiting from out of town at the time. The warrant said methamphetamine was involved but, at the time, no motive was available.
Contest rules Designs must say “I Voted” or “I Voted in Adams County” and must be nonpartisan. Contest entries should contain elements that represent Adams County, elections or patriotism. Entrants must keep their original artwork and/or design files. Submissions must be the correct shape/size (or able to scale down to the correct size)—a 2-inch circle – and they allow the to use the artwork for upcoming elections. Entrants can submit hand-drawn or digital artwork now through Feb. 4. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. For information on rules and instructions for entering go to AdamsVotes. com/contest.
COURT BRIEFS February hearing for suspect in August murder The suspect in the death of a 65-yearold man in August is due to return to court for a preliminary hearing at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11. Andrew Reineke, who is from Brighton, also faces two counts of an attempted murder charge and four counts of first-degree assault. The incident happened in the 7100 block of Grape Street in August. Police said Reineke fired at them in an alley. Officers returned fire and hit Reineke six times.
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How to prepare for a wildfire in Colorado Experts say to map evacuation routes and gather emergency supplies BY OLIVIA PRENTZEL THE COLORADO SUN
The Marshall fire, which forced thousands to flee as flames raced across 6,000 acres in the matter of hours, offered a window into what has become a new reality for many parts of Colorado. Even if you don’t live in a community directly adjacent to forestland, embers can travel through the air, move rapidly and travel great distances, especially when fueled by intense winds. Here is a list of ways to prepare in the event a wildfire in Colorado: Before the fire Assemble an emergency kit. The Federal Emergency Management Agency suggests packing the following items: • Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation) and at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio that can receive NOAA weather radio tone alerts and other batteries • Flashlight and extra batteries • First-aid kit Extra batteries • Whistle (to signal for help) • Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air) • Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities) • Manual can opener (for food) • Local maps • Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery • Masks (for everyone ages 2 and above), soap, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes • Prescription medication and glasses. nonprescription medications to treat pain and diarrhea • A complete change of clothing including a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. • Consider additional clothing for colder temperatures. • Important family documents such
as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank records. Place the documents in a portable, waterproof container. • Cash and change • First aid book • Matches in a waterproof container • Sleeping bag or a warm blanket for each person • Pen and pencil Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children Pet food and extra water for your pet Diapers and formula Keep important documents together. Collect insurance records, passports, birth certificates, property titles, Social Security cards and any other important documents that may be needed to file claims after the fire or might be difficult to replace. Know how you will communicate with your family. Create a hardcopy list of contact information for your family and other important people and services, like doctors, schools or service providers. Make sure everyone carries a copy in their wallet, purse or backpack. When using a cell phone, a text message is the best way to communicate with family, as it uses less bandwidth. Know your escape routes. Have a map with more than one evacuation route and practice them with your family. Make sure everyone in the family knows your safe meeting place and let your friends and family know your plans. Set up homeowner’s or renter’s insurance. Homeowners should complete annual insurance policy “check-ups” to make sure they keep up with local building costs, home remodeling and inventories of their personal belongings, according to Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association. Rates will vary depending on how likely it is a claim will be filed and how much it is likely to cost. For example, a homeowner living in an area that has high wildfire risk would pay a higher insurance rate than a homeowner living in a low-risk area. Renter’s insurance can cover the cost to replace the belongings
inside your rented home (up to policy limits) and most policies include additional living expenses if you are forced out of your home from a fire. Make an inventory of your home. Take photos or record the belongings inside your home and store them outside your home or digitally. Remember to document contents of drawers and closets and if recording, mention the price you paid and where and when you bought the item. Save receipts for major purchases and store them digitally or in a fireproof case. Don’t forget to document what’s inside your garage. Create a digital backup of photos. For photos taken with your phone, use Google Photos, Apple iCloud, Dropbox or similar services to keep your photos backed up online. For photo albums and other nondigital keepsakes, use a personal scanner to create copies or use a local scanning service to make backups of irreplaceable images. Have a plan for your pets and animals. Many public shelters and hotels don’t allow pets inside. Know a safe place where you can take your pets before disasters happen. Have your pet microchipped. Make sure your address and phone number are up to date. Plan with neighbors, friends or relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Consider moving horses and large animals to a safe location early, before evacuation is ordered, if possible. Know the risk of wildfire where you live. Reducing fuels around your home can help mitigate wildfire risk. Colorado State Forest Service offers the following tips to help prepare your home and property for a fire: • Remove all debris, including leaves and needles, from decks, roofs and gutters • Screen the attic, roof, eaves and foundation vents with 1/8-inch metal mesh • Use tempered glass for windows. CSFS recommends at least two panes • Replace combustible fencing or
gates that are within 5 feet of your home • Rake and remove all pine needles and other flammable debris from a 5-foot radius around the foundation of your home • Keep propane tanks at least 30 feet from the home, preferably at the same elevation as the house; remove flammable vegetation within 10 feet of all propane tanks and gas meters • Keep firewood stacked uphill, or at the same elevation as, your home and keep the woodpile at least 30 feet away from your home; do not stack the wood between trees, underneath the deck or on the deck • Remove branches that hang over the roof and chimney • After thinning trees and shrubs, dispose of the slash by chipping, hauling to a disposal site or piling in open areas for burning later. Wood chips should be kept 30 feet or more away from your home. As the fire approaches If there’s time, move flammable items like propane tanks, brush and wood piles at least 30 feet away from your home. Shut off the gas at the meter and turn off the air-conditioning. Shut windows and doors, but leave them unlocked so firefighters can get in after you evacuate. Remove flammable drapes and curtains. Listen or read the local news for updated emergency information Place valuable documents and mementos inside the car. When you decide to leave Don’t wait for an evacuation order to leave. If you feel unsafe, go. Consider traffic jams if you live in a densely populated area. Grab your go-bag and if there is time, your most important belongings, including personal documents, family keepsakes, cell phones and chargers. This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun.com. The Colorado Sun is a partner in the Colorado News Conservancy, owner of Colorado Community Media.
BRIEFS Murder suspect due in court in February The suspect in the death of a 65-year-old man in August is due to return to court for a preliminarty hearing at 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11. Andrew Reineke, who is from Brighton, also faces two counts of attempted murder charge and four counts of first-degree assault. The incident happened in the 7100 block of Grape Street in August. Police said Reineke fired at them in an alley. Officers returned fire and hit Reineke six times. Hit-and-run crash injures fireman A firefighter from the South Adams County Fire District is in the hospital after an early morning crash. It happened shortly before 4 a.m. on Interstate 76 between 74th and 88th avenues. A tweet from the district said the crew on board one of its trucks was investigating a separate crash when another vehicle hit the truck. The driver and the passenger left the area.
The tweet said the firefighter was at an area hospital for treatment of injuries. There’s no word on their extent. The second crash also damaged the fire truck. Redistricting Commerce City is beginning the process of redistricting, a project that will take up much of the next year. The city is offering a governance surveyr to get resident feedback about the makeup and structure of seats on city council and resdistricting of the city’s wards. The first of five scheduled meetings is at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19. The link to sign up is https:// c3gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_382O59z3SS-DT7IzgWDFig. The second Zoom meeting is at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb.2. Sign up at https:// c3gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/ WN_QXZJRKg5RaqZGXfALOEH4w. The third one is at noon, Saturday, Feb. 12. Sign up at https://c3gov. zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_
QXZJRKg5RaqZGXfALOEH4w. The remaining meetings are in person. One starts at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, at the Bison Ridge Recreation Center, 13905 E. 112th Ave., and the other one is at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 Parkway Drive. Call 303-289-3600. Mayors/commissioners youth awards Adams County mayors and the county commissioners are looking for nominations for this year’s youth awards. It focuses on teenagers who have triumphed over great odds and serve as an inspiration and role models for their peers, according to a statement. The statement also said this program provides businesses, the community and civic leaders an opportunity to actively demonstrate their support for the young people in our community and recognize them for their accomplishments. Businesses may also help by making a monetary or
in-kind donation. The nominations are open to sixththrough 12th-graders. The deadline for nominations is Monday, Jan. 31. Contact Abby Martinez, city of Brighton Office of Youth Services, at 303-655-2186 or email agmartinez@ brightonco.gov. ONGOING Walk with a doc Platte Valley Medical Center’s cardiac rehab team and Walk With A Doc will host monthly walks with Dr. Christopher Cannon, interventional cardiologist at Brighton Heart and Vascular Institute. This is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. After a few minutes to learn about a current health topic from the doctor, spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking.
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SPORTS
COVID increase means little impact on local prep sports BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The recent increase in COVID cases has had little impact on in-person attendance at prep sporting events. Adams City High School continues to allow two attendees per player, according to athletic director Jacob Katz. Kent Denver School in Englewood tweeted Jan. 4 it would not allow spectators on campus starting Wednesday, Jan. 5. For other areas in northern Adams and southern Weld counties, including Holy Family High School in Broomfield and Prairie View High School in Brighton, it’s business as usual. “Fort Lupton has not made any
changes to protocols,” said athletic director Cora Lanter. “We are still allowing spectators at this time (Jan. 4).” Nothing has changed at Horizon High School. “Our protocols haven’t changed at this time,” said athletic director Marty Tonjes. “We still require masks for everyone while indoors.” Riverdale Ridge athletic director Aaron Riessen said there had been no changes to spectator admittance at his school. “We are still allowing spectators,” said Thornton High School athletic director Pay Woytek. “I believe all of DPS (Denver Public Schools) is that way, but I don’t know of anyone else.”
Maria Saenz-Caballero of Adams City heads toward the basket against Sharneal Polk of Far Northeast Warriors Jan. 7 in Commerce City. The Eagles lost 53-49. PHOTO BY STEVE SMITH
“ERA (Eagle Ridge Academy) is still following the same guidelines,” said athletic director Zach Henning. “We are still allowing spectators with masks.” The Colorado High School Activities Association said it won’t be releasing COVID updates. “The association is taking its
direction from state and local health departments, so we’re following the rules dictated by public health officials,” said Brad Cochi, CHSAA’s director of digital media. Officials reported 1,700 new COVID cases in Adams County Jan. 3 and 7,400 cases from Dec. 21 through Jan. 3. In Weld County, the case
Brian Jones, ex-area coach, dies BY STEVE SMITH SSMITH@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Brian Jones, a former assistant football coach at Brighton High School and with the Brighton Youth Athletic Football League, died Christmas Eve at his home. He was 46. Jones coached football for 28 years. He was a physical education instructor and athletic director at Belle Creek Charter School. Jones also coached softball, basketball, track, soccer and volleyball. “Yes, he was a good man,” said
former BHS football coach Pat Sandoval. “I had his daughter and son in class. He was my O-line (offensive line) coach my first year as head coach (2008). We didn’t stay in touch much after that. We talked a few times at PTC or an athletic event. Sad, sad news.” Jones returned to BHS as the junior-varsity offensive line coach from 2016-2017. Jones also coached at Adams City High School, at Jefferson High School and at Standley Lake High School. Jones enjoyed watching and playing golf, the New York Yankees and
the New Jersey Devils. Jones also enjoyed fishing, especially on his grandfather’s boat with his dad and brother on the Sacandaga Reservoir near his home and on Mississippi Lake in Ontario, Canada. Jones also loved to cook. Jones graduated from Burnt Hills Ballston Lake High School and attended Hudson Valley Community College for one year before transferring to State University of New York-Cortland, where he earned a degree in physical education. Survivors include his wife, Nicole; his daughter, Kelcey Jones, of
Fort Collins; his son, Bryce Jones, of Brighton; a sister, Lisa Jones Wolf (Evan) of Burnt Hills, N.Y.; a brother, Stephen Jones (Christine), of Glenville, N.Y.; in-laws Allen and Louise Henry, of Playysburgh, N.Y..; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. His uncles, Robert Coager and Mario Ravaioli Jr.; his maternal grandparents, Mario and Helen Ravaioli; his paternal grandparents, Robert and Stella Jones, preceded him in death. A memorial service will take place at Belle Creek Charter School later.
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Special Olympics needs volunteer ski coaches Downhill skiing program supports people with intellectual disabilities BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
An organization that provides sports training and athletic competition for people with intellectual disabilities needs volunteer coaches for its skiing program on Copper Mountain. Special Olympics Colorado is looking for experienced skiers to help adult athletes — 18 and older — grow their skiing skills. “Our coaches are the backbone of the (Special Olympics) movement,” said Ben Theune, spokesperson for Special Olympics Colorado. “Without their leadership, passion and dedication, we are unable to provide incredible sport experiences for thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities.” Coaching for the ski program is a unique opportunity to support others while also having fun at a ski resort, Theune said. And for those who find it especially rewarding, coaching can become a long-term commitment. “We have some coaches who have been with us for more than a decade, even longer,” Theune said. “It is an incredible experience offering the ability to build relationships, give back and have a blast at Copper Mountain.” He added: “You won’t find a more rewarding volunteer experience
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anywhere in Colorado.” Copper Mountain ski resort is located in Summit County, about 75 miles west of Denver via Interstate 70. Special Olympics Colorado provides free bus transportation from certain locations. The coaches are needed for Special Olympics Colorado’s “alpine,” or downhill, skiing program. Here’s what to know about the program for those who are interested. Time commitment Participants will volunteer on one training day per week, either Wednesday or Sunday. Coaches can choose whichever works best for them. Trainings occur from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on those days. The time commitment totals about 12 hours, which includes commute time, whether carpooling with athletes or taking the Special Olympics Colorado-provided bus from Morrison in the Denver metro area. Coaches can be from anywhere as long as they can get to and from Copper Mountain. Special Olympics Colorado also provides bus transportation from Colorado Springs, according to a news release. Trainings started the first week of January, and the ski season ends on March 5 with the organization’s State Winter Games. Ages Regarding who can learn to ski through the program, the organization has opportunities for all ages 2 and older, but it currently needs coaches for adult athletes 18 and
Competitions A regional competition is set for Feb. 14 at the Eldora ski area, and the March 5 state competition is set for Copper Mountain. Besides once-a-week training, those events are required, Theune said. Both the regional and state competitions are all-day events. The Eldora ski resort sits about 21 miles west of Boulder. Coaches help by “facilitating a positive athlete experience” at competitions, Theune said. Responsibilities at competitions include: • Helping athletes organize their team • Making sure everyone is wearing their equipment, is hydrated and has snacks • Ensuring athletes are all at the starting gates at designated times • Helping athletes navigate the slalom, giant slalom and super-G courses, usually from the start line “No experience is necessary in ski racing, as our team will help facilitate (coach) training for new coaches,” Theune said. “We do ask that coaches be proficient skiers
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though.” Group size The number of skiers each coach oversees at a time depends on the coach, Theune said. “Five to 10 is pretty standard but is certainly negotiable based on the comfort level of the coach,” Theune said. “More-experienced coaches often oversee more than 10 athletes on the mountain at a time.” Coaches do not need prior experience with supporting people with intellectual disabilities, Theune said. The coaches need “just a patience and understanding that they are there to facilitate a positive experience,” Theune added. If possible, Special Olympics Colorado will pair coaches with an assistant coach. Assistant coaches are volunteers too.
Other info Coaches will receive free lift tickets to Copper Mountain to use on training and competition days, but they’ll need to provide their own ski equipment. The free bus transportation from Colorado Springs and Morrison leaves at 5:30 a.m. and returns at 5 p.m. every Wednesday and Sunday. If interested in the program, email Leah Combs, athlete experience manager, at lcombs@specialolympicsco.org for more details. Special Olympics Colorado’s office sits at 12450 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite C, in central Centennial, just east of Peoria Street. Its phone number is 720-359-3100.
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Pandemic response The Republican candidates also had criticism for Polis’ handling of the COVID-19 response. Fry said it actually allowed the most vulnerable to die. “The elderly are more susceptible to death than younger kids,” Fry said. “The elderly are the ones we take care of first and, second, take care of the children and the mothers. The damage has been done to our society. It’s enormous right now.” He said he would do things differently, but was not specific. “We heard enough of masks, social distancing, face shields, and double masks,” Fry said. “We are going to do the right thing and take care of it.” Frisco’s Gray-Ginsberg said he favors masks, but had a darker theory about the disease, which he tied into the New Year’s Eve fires in Lousiville. “It is by a bio war against us Americans, especially us as a demographic and it’s in the newspaper,” he said. “The Christian sect is being accused of starting the fires. I’m Christian, but I’m not part of the sect. I think it’s a bio war and we’re the targets. If I was governor, there would be a massive mask mandate.” Elizabeth’s Greg Lopez called the state’s COVID response incompetent.
“The governor has misguided policies has hurt Colorado beyond comparison,” he said. “I don’t think Gov. Polis is a bad person. But he has shown us his incompetence. He has no idea what emotional intelligence is all about, with the mental health damage that he’s done to our kids.” He noted that Colorado’s pandemic shutdown forced people to be alone when they died. “I want to remind people that people died alone, because of his policies,” Greg Lopez said. “People couldn’t go to funerals, because of what he did. We had kids that couldn’t even graduate across the stage because of his misguided policies. We don’t even know what he is going to do to the rest of our state, our economy, and our kids. How dare he do this to us? It is time to make sure Gov. Polis realizes that he’s going be held accountable for his mistakes.” Morrison’s Jason Lopez said the reaction was overblown. “We should not live in fear due to this pandemic. Our bodies are an amazing operating system biologically,” he said. Neuschwanger said leaders should have begun preparing for COVID-19 even before 2019 was over. “I used to run a lot of mass casualty incidents, and here’s how I would run COVID differently,” she said. “Back in December of 2019 when we first knew that the China virus escaped the Wuhan lab, I would have started looking at PPE right then. And also talked to my local
hospitals about the possibility of it hitting the United States.” Transportation Moderator Wadhams asked what priorities they had for improving the state’s transportation infrastructure. Gray-Ginsberg, the Frisco software developer, said he is for trains. “I would implement a train system immediately probably zooming through South Park,” he said. “And a train system and all through Colorado like a Metroplex train, and bring in Siemens technologies, who I’ve worked for before.” Elizabeth’s Greg Lopez said he sat on the board of directors of E-470 and understands transportation. His focus would be alternate routes. “What we must do is think about how are we going to create alternative routes, he said. “I sat on the board for E-470. Think about this for a minute; What if the state of Colorado bought E-470 and took off all the tolls because it is owned by five jurisdictions in three counties?” Doing that could alleviate pressure on Interstate 25, he said. “It’s not privately owned. It is owned by municipalities,” he said. “We could take all kinds of traffic off the I-25 by making E-470 a public road. These are the types of ideas that you need from a governor to think outside the box because it’s important.” Morrison’s Jason Lopez called for distributing the state’s transportation budget more fairly around the state.
“I feel that our budgeting, and doing a restructuring of how things are allocated, could be managed where the infrastructure is built for a futuristic-looking viewpoint,” he said. “People have moved here from all over the country, from California. When we legalized cannabis our population grew quite a bit. “But now we do not tackle these infrastructure needs with roads and bridges. I understand about bikes and certain other types of transportation within Denver metropolitan areas, but we need to be able to connect to our rural communities as well so people have infrastructure even further out, to come in or travel out.” Neuschwanger noted that the state has already increased spending on transportation. It just needs to be spent wisely. “Where does this money go? Because it’s not going to infrastructure. It’s not going to transportation,” Neuschwanger said. “Senate Bill 260 was just proposed in May and passed, which is a $5.85 billion spending bill to increase transportation by making 940,000 electric cars available by 2030 (with) charging stations across the United States.” Fry said he would aim to eliminate government commissions, especially the state’s transportation commission. “I know this mess at the state level. It’s the biggest slush fund waste of money you can imagine in transportation. This is a simple way to save money when you get a job with the state.”
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Public Notices call Marley 303-566-4123 Legals City and County Public Notice NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION PLAT APPROVAL COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO Notice is hereby given that the following subdivision(s) will be considered for approval by the City of Commerce City Community Development Director on Tuesday, January 18th, 2022. S-809-22: Brighton 27J School District requests approval of the Southlawn Elementary Filing No. 1, Lot 1 Final Plat to create one lot from one existing tract, consisting of 10.61 acres, to allow development of a new school on the property located at the northwest corner of Walden St & E 100th Ave, zoned PUD (Planned Unit Development District). The case file(s) and a copy of the Land Development Code of the City together with the subdivision plat are on file for review by emailing the Community Development Department at cdplanner@ c3gov.com. Any owner of property located within 300 feet of the subject property may invoke the public hearing process by submitting said objections in writing to the Director of Community Development in accordance with Sec. 21-3241 by no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, January 17th, 2022. Director of Community Development Para más información, contacta 303-227-8818 Legal Notice No. CCX427 First Publication: January 13, 2022 Last Publication: January 13, 2022 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Public Notice
Nesbitt Development, LLC in partnership with Brinshore Development and the Urban Land Conservancy will submit an application to the Colorado Division of Housing (DOH). The purpose of this application is to request $2,310,000 to develop 60 units of rental housing at 7190 Colorado Boulevard, Commerce City 80022. The request of funding from DOH is to benefit persons with low and moderate incomes by increasing the availability of affordable housing in Commerce City. It is not the intent to cause displacement from any existing housing; however, if persons are displaced from their existing residences reasonable housing alternatives shall be offered. All interested persons are encouraged to contact the Applicant for further information. Written comments should be sent to toddl@brinshore.com will be forwarded to DOH for consideration during the application process. Members of the public may request a public meeting and should arrange a request with the Applicant. Applicant shall post notice of meeting (Date, Time, and Location) to ensure other members of the public are aware of meeting. If reasonable accommodations are needed for persons attending the public meeting, please contact the Applicant. Legal Notice No. CCX424 First Publication: January 13, 2022 Last Publication: January 13, 2022 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE is hereby given that the South Adams County Water and Sanitation District (“District”) of Adams County, Colorado, will make final payment at its offices at 6595 E. 70th Avenue, Commerce City, Colorado, 80022, on January 31, 2022, at the hour of 3:00 p.m. to Insituform Technologies, LLC. of Chesterfield, MO for all work done by said Contractor(s) in construction work performed for the District. Project Contractor: Insituform Technologies, LLC Project Name: 2021 SACWSD Wastewater System Rehabilitation Project Location: Along multiple streets in the same general area, generally bound by E 70th
Avenue on the north, Olive Street on the west, E 62nd Avenue on the south, and Quebec Street on the east Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by any contractors or their subcontractors, in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done or that supplies rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of the work, and whose claim therefor has not been paid by the contractors or their subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid, and an account of such claim, to the District at the above address, Attn: Dawn Fredette, District Clerk, on or before the date and time hereinabove shown. A verified statement shall not be deemed filed until in the actual possession of Ms. Fredette or in Ms. Fredette’s email Inbox (not spam folder) and viewable on her computer workstation. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement of claim prior to such final settlement will release the District, its Board of Directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim. All of the above is pursuant to §38-26-107, C.R.S. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT acting through its SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE By:/s/ Vicki Ennis Secretary Legal Notice No. CCX423 First Publication: January 13, 2022 Last Publication: January 20, 2022 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express Public Notice Public notice is hereby given that the following ordinance was introduced on first reading on the 3rd day of January 2022, by the City Council of Commerce City and will be considered on second and final reading on the 7th day of February 2022.
INTRODUCED BY: ALLEN-THOMAS, DAVIS, DOUGLAS FORD, GRIMES, HURST, HUSEMAN, MADERA, NOBLE Ordinance 2365 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2022 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO BY TRANSFERRING $400,000 FROM THE WATER RIGHTS ACQUISITION FUND TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND PRESERVATION PLAN FUND (CIPP) FOR COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE BUFFALO RUN GOLF COURSE WELL PROJECT AND THE AUTHORIZATION OF THE EXPENDITURES THEREOF. Copies of said ordinance are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, City of Commerce City at 7887 E. 60th Ave., Commerce City, CO 80022, for public inspection during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. During instances of the city facilities being closed, electronic copies may be requested via email to dgibson@c3gov.com.
The project generally consists of providing system valve exercising and Fire Hydrant PMI. All bid proposals should be based on providing a cost per system valve exercised and a cost to perform hydrant PMI per hydrant for a total not to exceed budget amount of $100,000. All bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the Owner, South Adams County Water and Sanitation District, 6595 East 70th Avenue, Commerce City, Colorado 80022. Copies of the Contract Documents for use in preparing Bids may be obtained from Randy Evans, Maintenance Supervisor, 10200 E. 102nd Avenue, Commerce City, Colorado 80640. Bid documents will be available on January 13, 2022, at no charge. Bids will be received on a unit price basis. Bid Security in the amount of 5% of the total Bid must accompany each Bid. It is anticipated that the Contract Agreement will be signed and the Notice to Proceed will be issued in March 2022.
BY ORDER OF CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COMMERCE CITY BY: Jordan Roberts, Deputy City Clerk Legal Notice No. CCX428 First Publication: January 13, 2022 Last Publication: January 13, 2022 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
Bids and Settlements Public Notice INVITATION TO BID
The Bid and Bid Security will remain subject to acceptance for 61 calendar days after the Bid opening, or for such longer period of time that Bidder may agree to in writing upon request of Owner. The District reserves the right to act in its best interest and may terminate, modify or suspend the process, reject any or all Bids or Bid Alternates, modify the terms and conditions of this bidding and selection process, and/or waive informalities of any submission. By:Vicki Ennis
Date: January 13, 2022
Secretary
Sealed Bids will be received by the South Adams County Water and Sanitation District acting by and through its South Adams Water and Sanitation District Activity Enterprise (Owner) at 6595 East 70th Avenue, Commerce City, Colorado 80022 until 1:30 p.m., local time, Thursday, February 17, 2022, for the project entitled “2022 System Valve Exercising and Fire Hydrant Preventive Maintenance.” At said place and time, and promptly thereafter, all Bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud.
SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS SOUTH ADAMS COUNTY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE Legal Notice No. CCX419 First Publication: January 13, 2022 Last Publication: January 13, 2022 Publisher: Commerce City Sentinel Express
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THANK YOU, Council Member Kniech The Denver City Council took bold action to protect our kids from tobacco addiction, advance health equity, and save lives by voting to end the sale of flavored tobacco products – including flavored e-cigarettes and menthol cigarettes. While we thank those on the council who stood up to Big Tobacco, we are disappointed Mayor Hancock vetoed this lifesaving ordinance, overturning the strong action the council took to protect kids. Mayor Hancock was willing to put Big Tobacco’s profits over the health of Denver’s kids.
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