Douglas County News Press February 15, 2024 by Colorado Community Media

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VOLUME 122 | ISSUE 12

Duo to go pro in cornhole

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ThunderRidge seniors Jaxson Remmick, left, and Gavin Hamann are excited to continue their cornhole legacies together at the next level. Both are two-time national champions in high school and are the new foundational pieces of Winthrop PHOTO BY JOHN RENFROW University’s cornhole team in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Highlands Ranch area seniors nab big title BY JOHN RENFROW JRENFROW@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Though a very small percentage of high school athletes go on to play in college, National Signing Day along the Front Range

always makes you think twice. At ThunderRidge High School, several students put pen to paper for a spot at the next level. But two cornhole players — who have found a way to get a college scholarship and go pro at the same time — headlined the event. Yes, cornhole players. It’s become much more than just a tailgate, beer garden or backyard barbecue game, and two local se-

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Jaxson Remmick and Gavin Hamann, two-time high school national champions in the American Cornhole League (ACL), officially became the first Division I cornhole players at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

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According to cornhole pro and Winthrop Head Coach Dusty Thompson, they are believed to be the first such Division I cornhole scholarships in the country. “Cornhole has grown so much in the past five years and these kids are the best in the country at what they do in high school and college,” Thompson said. “We could not be more excited to have them come and be a part of our team.” Remmick and Hamann are considered five-star prospects and the first two foundational pieces of what Thompson hopes to develop into a powerhouse program. Cornhole isn’t yet an NCAA-sanctioned sport, so the scholarships don’t give the freshmen-to-be a full ride. Yet Thompson is confident that in coming years college cornhole can grow into a sanctioned, full-scholarship sport. Playing with pros

The historic signing was only part of what made the past week dynamic for the Highlands Ranchbased seniors. Both were also drafted (called up) to the Colorado Timber, one of 16 pro teams in the ACL. Remmick and Hamann will be based in Rock Hill (the home of both the ACL and Winthrop). But as pros, the two will travel around

the country to compete in national events throughout the year, including a Cornhole Mania National event that will be broadcast on the CBS Sports Network on May 3-5. “I never would have thought that starting cornhole two-and-a-half years ago as a hobby and side hustle to make money would lead to playing at a Division I level in college,” Hamann said. “I’m really excited to help build the Winthrop program.” Hamann grew up playing soccer and Remmick played baseball. Remmick always thought he’d sign to play baseball, but he’s found a passion and talent for cornhole, and he’s going to take it as far as he can. Both bring the lessons they learned in other sports, like mental discipline, to succeed in cornhole. “It never even crossed my mind that I could do this as a career or go to college for this, but I wouldn’t want it any other way,” Remmick said. “It’s super awesome to be a part of and to be the first cornhole committed players. I’m super stoked.” Cornhole country Both are familiar with Rock Hill and know they’re going into the heart of cornhole country. No strangers to the game, both have racked up championships and sponsorships aplenty before graduating high school. They know the competition will be stiff, but they’ve been playing elite cornhole for years now and are

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The Colorado Timber is one of 16 pro teams in the American Cornhole League. COURTESY IMAGE

ready for the challenge. “Everyone is super welcoming and the competition is very, very tough; tougher than Colorado,” Remmick said. “But it’s just a great opportunity.” The growth of cornhole has been exponential in a short time. Just two years ago, Remmick and Hamann were competing in the first-ever high school national championships. Now, there are college scholarships available and professional teams playing on major networks like ESPN and CBS. “When we went and visited a couple of weekends ago, we really loved the people and the environ-

ment,” Hamann said. “It’s right next to the ACL headquarters, so we’ll be getting a lot of practice on the ACL boards. I’m excited and I’m confident in me and Jaxson and what we can do. We went to a regional out there and actually won all the events, so I know we can do it. It’s just about staying consistent.” Though National Signing Day often brings tough goodbyes and tears between longtime teammates parting ways, Remmick and Hamann are excited to continue their legacies together. “I know, with me and Jaxson’s talents, we can definitely help bring that team to the success we want it to be at,” Hamann said.

Memorial planned for Castle Rock’s beloved ‘Joe Pro’ BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A memorial service for Castle Rock legend Joe Procopio, known as “Joe Pro,” will take place later this month at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Procopio died on Dec. 22 at 83 years old. He was an omnipresent figure in the Castle Rock community, who helped found the Emmaus Anglican Church, worked to start

the boy’s lacrosse program at Castle View High School and served on numerous councils and boards. Procopio moved to Castle Rock in 1998 after an extensive career serving in the U.S. Navy, including three tours to Southeast Asia. Jenna Lahey, Procopio’s daughter, said he fell in love with the town and dedicated himself to helping wherever possible. SEE JOE PRO, P5

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Every day I receive email newsletters about real estate, and one of my favorite is Construct Utopia, published by Pro Builder magazine. This week is not the first time I have written a column based on or inspired by an article in that newsletter. A common subject these days is modular or “off-site” construction. The latest Construct Utopia newsletter has an article about Cuby Technologies, a startup which devised a solution for customizable mass-produced prefab homes — mobile micro factories. Instead of constructing big factories that ship new home modules, Cuby produces micro factories that are set up near the construction site, such as in a field or on a rented parking lot. Modular construction is typically off site, but bringing the factory to or near the worksite is an interesting twist — perhaps call it “on-site (or close-by) offsite construction.” But the factory could also serve other build sites, functioning as a traditional off-site modular factory but one that is much closer. The micro-factory is shipped in about 10 containers, and it is set up inside an inflatable tent that covers 30,000 to 40,000 square feet of interior space for creating the modules to be assembled on a nearby construction site. The idea is to eliminate one of the major costs of modular construction, which is shipping the modules great distances to the work site. I’ve been a fan of the idea of modular construction ever since I purchased what I thought was a stick-built home in the Mesa Meadows subdivision in north Golden. I bought the home in 1997. After moving in, a neighbor told me he had watched my home go up in one day, delivered from Ft. Morgan on flatbed trailers for installation on a prepared foundation. The interior work was then completed by Pat Foss, a local builder.

The advantages of building the home in a factory, I was told at the time, was better quality control, including better insulation. The exterior walls were all built with 2x6 instead of 2x4 studs, to better survive flatbed transportation from Ft. Morgan. At right is an artist’s rendering of one of Cuby’s micro factories. It reminds me of how Elon Musk built a tent for assembling the Model 3 next to the Fremont factory rather than wait for a brick-and-mortar building to be permitted and built. Neighbors of construction sites would probably appreciate having the construction of a new building or subdivision taking place largely indoors, even if it is just a tent, reducing the noise and dust of on-site construction. Construction in a tent has other advantages including protection from the elements, whether it be rain or snow or simply cold weather. Productivity would be greatly enhanced. Workers will appreciate working a predictable number of days and hours as well as being warm during the winter months. Making working conditions better could also address one of the biggest problems facing the home construction industry: attracting and hiring enough workers. By completing the major structural panels indoors, the subsequent on-site finishing work can be made more attractive thanks to being able to “weather in” the building quickly. This too improves working conditions and recruitment. “Inside the dome,” according to the company, “machines and conveyor belts produce and prep all the elements of the home—windows, wall panels, plumbing pipes, drywall, HVAC systems, and so on—then package them into kits.” The enclosed environment also contributes to less waste and better waste management and recycling.

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Have you enjoyed reading this column? I have been writing this column for nearly two decades, but only started paying for it to appear in this newspaper last April. At www.JimSmithColumns.com you can find links to more than a decade of “Real Estate Today” columns that you may find applicable to your own real estate journey. At right is a glimpse of what that catalog of previous columns looks like, showing just a few of the columns that predated my contract with this newspaper.

Cuby is a startup that began in Belarus. Cofounder Aleksandr Gampel says the first micro factory is being delivered to Detroit shortly. Within the next decade he expects to produce 275 micro factories that will build 200,000 homes and create 300,000 jobs, removing approximately 750,000 tons of waste from the construction process.

Although Cuby promotes its micro factories for home building, it’s not a home builder. It sells the micro factories for $10 –15 million. Their customers are typically developers, builders, general contractors and private equity groups, whose customers might be midsize home builders. Cuby claims that it can lower the cost of new construction from $150 per square foot to $100 per square foot.

This & That: Smaller Topics Not Worth Full Articles Renewable Energy Is Being Banned in More and More U.S. Counties

This is according to a Feb. 4 article on USA Today’s website. Here’s an excerpt: “In the past decade, about 180 counties got their first commercial wind-power projects. But in the same period, more than twice as many blocked wind development. And while solar power has found more broad acceptance, 2023 was the first year to see almost as many individual counties block new solar projects as the ones adding their first projects. “The result: Some of the areas with the nation's best sources of wind and solar power have now been boxed out.” I have a link to the full USA Today article at http://RealEstateToday.Substack.com.

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Fox 31 reported last week about a Golden couple that was scammed out of more than $137,000. The scam began with a phone call from the “Chase fraud department.” It is so important to question every phone call, text message or email you receive. If that Golden resident had thanked the caller, but hung up

and then called Chase’s customer service number to see if there was a fraud alert on his account, he could have avoided being the victim of that scam. I have posted a link to that story on my Substack blog.

NAR Is Criticized by Its Own Members for Donating to Anti-LBGTQ+ Candidates

The political action committee of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is one of the biggest donors to political candidates and incumbents who are considered, based on Realtor interviews, to be “prohousing.” A collection of diverse NAR members calling themselves the Real Estate Alliance is now challenging donations by local and national Realtor associations to candidates who push laws which violate Fair Housing. For example, the Florida association donated $200,000 to Gov. Ron DeSantis, despite his well-known anti-LGBTQ+ policies such as the “Don’t Say Gay” law. Here in Colorado, the Realtor association has donated to three candidates who sponsored an anti-trans bill. On my Substack blog, you can learn more about the Real Estate Alliance’s program.

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D.A. Kellner will not seek reelection in 2024 BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

John Kellner, a Republican, has served as the lead prosecutor for the 18th Judicial District, since his election in 2021. Kellner announced he will not to run for another term in the district that includes Douglas, Elbert, Arapahoe and Lincoln counties. His term ends in January 2025. He cited the impending split of the 18th Judicial District into two districts. He told Colorado Community Media on Monday that he is unsure what his next steps will be. “I’ve thought a lot about it,” he said. “I’ve made my life about public service and this seems like a real natural inflection point with the break up of the districts.” Kellner has spent the past few years helping the district prepare for the split, which is slated for 2025. It will create a new 23rd Judicial District, which will include Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties. The 18th will be limited to Arapahoe

County. “There’s no question the electoral math for somebody who’s a Republican is very challenging for Arapahoe County,” Kellner said. Kellner is not eligible to run to become district attorney in the 23rd Judicial District because he doesn’t reside within its boundaries. Kellner added that he feels it’s important to remain focused on completing the process of splitting the district instead of focusing on a campaign. “I’m excited to see us get through the rest of the year and see us hand off two very excellent district attorneys offices to the new DAs,” he said. Kellner started working in the 18th Judicial District in 2013, holding positions including prosecutor, senior deputy district attorney and chief deputy district attorney. He said he is proud of his work as a prosecutor, particularly the 2022 conviction of serial murderer Alex Ewing, also known as the “hammer killer,” following a series of rapes

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District Attorney John Kellner announced he will not run for another term in the 18th FILE PHOTO Judicial District, citing its upcoming split into two districts.

and murders back in the 1980s. “Being part of the investigation of that for several years and then ultimately trying him, personally convicting him and seeing him sentenced to prison for the rest of his life was very rewarding,” he said. Kellner repeatedly praised his colleagues in the district attorney’s office for their dedication and hard work. He encouraged the next district attorney to build on the office’s team mentality. Another piece of advice Kellner offered his successors is to maintain the diversion program that helps low-level offenders avoid charges

and aims to reduce recidivism. He also said specialized teams, like the Organized Crime Unit, are important to the district In 2022, Kellner campaigned to become Colorado’s Attorney General, but lost to Phil Weiser, a Democrat. As of Monday, the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office showed Democrat Amy Padden had filed paperwork to run to become the next district attorney in the 18th Judicial District. Two Republicans, George Brauchler and Dagna Van Der Jagt, are running in the 23rd Judicial District.

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“He may have been born and raised in New Jersey, but Castle Rock was his home,” she said. Procopio sat on Town Council from 2012-2014 and worked to bring businesses like AdventHealth Castle Rock and Arapahoe Community College to town. In 2015, Procopio was named Douglas County Citizen. The award honored his roles on the county planning, public safety and public works commissions, the Denver Regional Council of Governments, the board for the Douglas County Fairgrounds and a veteran’s memorial working group. Procopio is survived by Lahey and his son, Joseph Procopio, as well as six grandchildren. The memorial is scheduled for 2 p.m. Feb. 19 at the fairgrounds’ event center and will be followed by a reception.

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Castle Rock legend Joe Procopio, known as “Joe Pro,” died on Dec. 22 at 83 years old. A memorial service for Procopio will be held Feb. 19 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. PHOTO COURTESY OF TED SPRING

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Plan protects future oil leasing on Colorado lands BY ERIC GALATAS PUBLIC NEWS SERVICE

The Bureau of Land Management has released its final Eastern Colorado Resource Management Plan, which will guide the use and management of over 658,000 acres of public lands for decades to come. Conservation geographer Alison Gallensky with Rocky Mountain Wild said the plan does a good job of increasing protections for some 300,000 currently undeveloped acres, mostly along the Arkansas River between Salida and Canon City. “By setting aside several hundred thousand acres,” said Gallensky, “to

stay the way they are now, for wildlife, for the headwaters for the different tributaries into the Arkansas River.” In addition to protecting areas for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and hunting - which bring over $54 million into local economies Gallensky said these lands support healthy ecosystems that can help species survive in a changing climate. Some environmental groups criticized the BLM’s plan for keeping most acres open to oil and gas leasing, but the Western Energy Alliance defended the agency for balancing development with conservation.

The plan paves the way for future oil and gas production on BLMmanaged lands in northeastern Colorado, where current production has been linked to a rise in harmful ground-level ozone pollution and the state’s failure to meet Environmental Protection Agency clean air standards. Gallensky said the plan, which has been in the works for nearly a decade, includes old analysis on the true risks of drilling. “There’s been a lot of new information learned about the impacts of oil and gas development and how to transition to cleaner forms of energy,” said Gallensky. “And that wasn’t as well integrated into the

plan as it could have been.” The plan takes thousands of acres off the table for drilling, but those acres are considered to have very low potential for tapping oil and gas. Advocates say they will ask the Colorado BLM to address the threats of continued fossil fuel development, the primary driver of climate change, by strengthening their Big Game Resource Management Plan Amendment, which is currently accepting public comments. Support for this reporting was provided by The Pew Charitable Trusts. This story runs via The Associated Press’ Storyshare, of which Colorado Community Media is a member.

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Experts talk about impacts of stress on the body

Alyssa Henry and Gina Hochhalter with UCHealth Family Medicine say while stress can impact mood, behavior, anxiety disorders and depression, unchecked stress can lead to a number of physical health concerns such as having a negative impact on the cardiovascular SHUTTERSTOCK system. BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Whether it’s daily hassles or major life events, the resulting stress can impact both physical health as it engages nearly every system in the body. “It can cause mind-body changes,” said Alyssa Henry, licensed professional counselor with UCHealth Family Medicine. “And in doing so, stress contributes directly to psychological and physiological disorders and disease.” In addition to impacting mood, behavioral changes, anxiety disorders, depression and even potentially linking to post-traumatic stress, Henry and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Gina Hochhalter, say unchecked stress can lead to a number of physical health concerns. The most common symptoms of stress include muscle tension, digestive issues, headaches and fatigue, but stress can also exacerbate existing health conditions, weaken immune systems and even affect the musculoskeletal, respiratory, endocrine and other systems. Chronic stress can also negatively impact the cardiovascular system. Prolonged stress can increase the risk of

heart disease, high blood pressure and other issues because stress activates the release of hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. “This release can raise blood pressure and could damage blood vessels over time,” said Henry. But stress can also suppress the immune system, which makes the body more susceptible to infections and diseases. According to the National Institute of Health, chronic elevations of cortisol can lead to the immune system developing a resistance and the accumulation of stress hormones can further compromise the immune response. “Being ill more frequently may impact productivity at work or home, which could result in an increasing number of growing tasks,” said Henry. Chronic stress can disrupt digestive system functions as well as it can lead to stomach aches, ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome and worsen symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease. It can also contribute to weight gain or weight loss. Sleep quality and physical activity

Diet and the quantity of food can also disrupt sleep patterns as well as caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime

can disrupt the quality of sleep. Alcohol can make people feel sleepy, said Hochhalter, but it won’t contribute to the quality of sleep. “It might get you to sleep,” said Hochhalter. “But you’re not going to be getting that restful sleep because your body’s gonna have to metabolize that alcohol through the night which turns into sugar.” Chronic stress may lead to insomnia, which can result in fatigue and can cloud judgment and impacts our mood and increases our perception of stress. “It’s not something we can catch up on, on the weekends,” said Hochhlater. “We want to be consistent with how much we are getting.” Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, even on the weekends, and establishing a relaxing bedtime routine that signals the body it’s time for sleep can help regulate the body’s internal clock and improve the quality of sleep. A review in the Journal of Sleep Medicine found that mindfulness and meditation interventions significantly improve sleep quality, reduce insomnia symptoms and normalize sleep duration. Additionally, regular exercise can promote better sleep, however, intense activity close to bedtime can have the opposite effect. Therefore, it is recommended that physical activity should be done a few hours before going to sleep. “There’s considerable evidence that an individual who is addressing stress in a healthy way has improved cognitive function, their ability to mentally attuned to demanding tasks go up and their cognitive performance increases,” said Henry. The Journal of Neurobiology of Learning and Memory found that regular physical activity has improved memory and cognitive function in older adults as physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins and can contribute to a positive or relaxed mood. Henry added that regardless of physical ability, any amount of time committed to moving the body is beneficial. Other benefits of physical activity include a reduction in stress hormones, improvements in mood, emotional well-being and cognitive abilities, which can help people cope with stress more effectively.

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DEA confiscated 2.6 million pills in Colorado BY OLIVIA PRENTZEL THE COLORADO SUN

Roughly 3.4 million fentanyl pills were seized across Colorado, Utah, Montana and Wyoming last year, federal officials said, marking a 79% increase across the region from 2022 and the highest number of fentanyl pills ever seized in a calendar year. The Rocky Mountain Field Division of the Drug Enforcement Administration announced the record-breaking numbers as fentanyl remains the deadliest drug threat facing the country and is now the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45. As many as 7 in 10 counterfeit pills tested last year contained a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl, or roughly the amount that fits on

the tips of a pencil, national DEA laboratory testing showed. That’s an increase from 4 in 10 pills in 2021 and 6 in 10 pills in 2022, the DEA said. In Colorado, investigators seized nearly 940 pounds of fentanyl last year, or about 2.61 million pills, the DEA said. The amount seized across the four-state region in 2023 was more than a 500% increase from amounts confiscated in 2021. The increase in fentanyl seizures across the Rocky Mountain region highlights the extent to which cartels are bringing fentanyl into the country, David Olesky, Acting Special Agent in Charge for DEA’s Rocky Mountain Field Division said in a news release. SEE CONFISCATED, P21

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$1M in Denver Broncos sale funds go to youth causes

Representatives of organizations that received funding triggered by the sale of the Denver Broncos stand with the Douglas County commissioners at a Jan. 23 meeting in PHOTO COURTESY OF DOUGLAS COUNTY Castle Rock. BY ELLIS ARNOLD EARNOLD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Not many government efforts put teens at the adults’ table to decide how to spend almost $1 million. But that’s what happened in Douglas County as officials weighed how to distribute their local slice of revenue triggered by the 2022 sale of the Denver Broncos. The county’s payout stems from a tax plan in metro Denver that helped build Mile High Stadium, now called Empower Field at Mile High. Funding that flowed to Douglas County will now support a long list

of youth activities programs, including those that address sports, special needs, education and more. After a monthslong process to decide where the money goes, the county’s elected leaders presented checks to organizations that they felt were worthy. “From safe driving classes to mental health programs and camps for children with developmental disabilities — the use of this one-time money is going to save and change lives through community partnerships,” Commissioner Lora Thomas said in a prepared statement. Douglas leaders are “thankful for

the organizations that took the time to apply for this funding and our youth representatives for their work guiding our decision making,” Thomas added. “We were truly impressed by their thoughtfulness.”

The funding for youth activities comes from the $4.65 billion sale of the Denver Broncos to the WaltonPenner Group, which resulted in a $41 million refund to the seven counties and 40 municipalities that helped fund the stadium. The funds were to be shared with Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties and the cities and towns within them. Douglas County received about $940,000. From organizations seeking a piece of the Broncos sale funding in Douglas, the county received 45 grant requests that totaled about $1.8 million. That means the youth representatives and county officials had to figure out how to whittle the size of the requested funding down by about half.

Where the funding came from

As one of seven counties in the Metropolitan Football Stadium District, Douglas County was awarded the funds in late 2022 that, legally, must be used for youth activities programs, according to the county. A long process led to the county distributing the money this year. The district is a government body that was created for the purpose of planning, acquiring land and constructing Mile High Stadium. It was authorized to collect a sales tax of one-tenth of 1% throughout the district’s area from 2001 through 2011.

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Where the money goes

The Douglas County Youth Commission advises the county’s elected leaders on matters pertaining to young residents in the county. The youth commission chose mental health as its top priority in guiding county officials on how to distribute the money. The priorities the youth commis-

sion ranked as most important in steering its recommendations, in order, included mental health, “education/STEM,” “prevention/mentoring,” special needs, a fifth-place tie among arts and sports equipment, “vehicles/buildings,” and agriculture. Out of the 45 grant requests, 31 youth activity programs won funding. Some of those include: - A “Save Teen Lives - Teen Crash Avoidance” program from the South Metro Safety Foundation - Therapy camp for families with disabilities, a program from Colora-

do Institute of Developmental Pediatrics Inc., also called Adam’s Camp - Middle school “prevention assemblies” in Colorado from an organization called Johnny’s Ambassadors that focuses on youth marijuana prevention -Tuition assistance “for underserved children” for Garden Preschool of Lone Tree - And mental health training from an organization called Happy Crew. The youth commission and Douglas County Youth Initiative reviewed the proposals and recommended

about $830,000 in funding. The remaining $110,000 will be “retained for future investments in innovative mental health programming,” the county said in a news release. In Douglas County, proposals for youth activities to be funded were due in July, and the youth commission then discussed priorities in meetings in the summer. As part of the decision making, the county also hosted alive town hall event with youth panelists in September. County commissioners recently presented the checks.

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A wall at the 136-year-old church turned Scileppi’s restaurant collapsed on Feb. 1 during excavation for a 6,000-square-foot addition. Repairs are underway though PHOTO COURTESY TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK a timeline is unclear. BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A 136-year-old church turned Italian restaurant in Castle Rock has reopened only days after a building wall collapsed during construction to expand the restaurant. The owners of Scileppi’s said in a Facebook post on that the restaurant is open again for dine-in service and back to normal business hours. “The town, construction crews, engineers, and everyone else involved have been working round the clock to ensure the church is safe to occupy and ready for patrons,” the Feb. 6 post says. “We are so thankful to have so many people in our corner to get us to today.” The restaurant suffered a wall collapse on Jan. 31 and closed while repairs got underway. Castle Rock Communications Director Melissa Hoelting said the fallen wall appeared to be an “unintended” result of excavation work for the foundation of a 6,000-square-foot addition. The site had yet to have its first inspection because the construc-

tion was in the early stages, Hoelting said. “The first building inspections by Town staff that would be needed would be related to the new underground plumbing work, which has not yet occurred,” she said in an email. Built in 1888 as a Catholic church, the stone Victorian Gothic structure has seen several changes over its lifetime, including damaging events and various additions. Until 1966, the building was the St Francis of Asissi Catholic Church. Then it served briefly as a Protestant church until it was transformed into a restaurant in 1969. In 2004, the church suffered a fire that burned down the rear addition. Scileppi Properties bought the restaurant in 2018 and in 2023 received approvals from town staff to add a rear addition and basement. Hoelting said the site plans met all of the town code’s requirements and the building plans were reviewed by the building department. While the church is historically significant, it is not a designated historic landmark.

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hen bombarded by problems, our instinct is often to fixate on lacks, not enough time, energy or resources. We opWINNING erate from a scarcity mindset govWORDS erned by fear and self-protection. But shifting to an abundance paradigm alters life’s trajectory. There are many of us who grew up with parents, grandparents, and even Michael Norton great-grandparents who lived during the Depression era. For those of us who did, we were often told stories of how they lived and survived during those lean years. Times were hard, people became hardened, and abundance was tough to come by. Even now, there are still those who live and work with a scarcity mentality instead of an abundance mindset. Being cautious and wise with resources is important, and not chasing foolish optimism is sound advice. We need to use good judgment when determining our condition and environment when it comes to choosing abundance over scarcity. One of my favorite scenes from a movie that clearly depicts the scarcity mindset in a lighthearted way is found in the movie, Finding Nemo. It’s the scene where Nemo’s dad and Dory find themselves among a flock of seagulls. The seagulls mimic their cry using the words, “Mine, mine, mine.” How often do we look at what we have and refuse to share, saying the same thing, “Mine, mine, mine?” Living with abundance means that we carry the belief that there really is enough for everyone. It’s not just making sure we get our slice of the pie; it’s about making the pie bigger so all can enjoy it. It’s know-

ing that we have enough to meet our needs and looking at how we can help others who might be in a time of need. Learning to live with abundance takes away the edge and worry about what will happen next. It not only calms our fears, but it also actually increases our generosity. An abundance mindset can bolster innovation at work. Feeling strapped stifles creativity about possible solutions. But believing options and answers exist outside of our scope of understanding liberates innovation. If resources feel scarce, we likely need to think bigger. Leaders would do well to shift from scarcity to abundance thinking to spur breakthroughs. Abundance empowers us to stop hoarding in fear. We spend time and talents freely, trusting the well will not run dry. Saying yes to life’s invitations leads to growth. Declut-

tering the unnecessary makes space for joy and purpose. Abundance thinking reframes “not enough” into “more than enough.” It believes resources exist to accomplish our divinely inspired purpose, whether launching a company or raising a child. Lack is merely a limitation of vision, not actually supply. Abundance thinking builds confidence, not arrogance. Our worth rests on grace, not works. When we live and work with an abundance mentality instead of material scarcity, anxiety is lifted. We take bold risks toward the achievement of our goals and dreams. We create value instead of competing for those slices of the pie mentioned earlier. We breathe deeper and stand taller, empowered to change the world. Those with an abundance mentality are generous because they believe resources exist to fulfill pur-

pose. They freely spend time mentoring others whose talents could one day launch world-changing ventures. They know the water won’t run out if they pour out freely. Abundance breeds gratitude and giving. An abundance mentality also builds resilience amid hardship. During storms, scarcity fixates on all that may be lost. It knows setbacks are often setups for greater impact. This mentality lifts eyes beyond the present turmoil to see hope. Scarcity thinking shrinks possibility and fuels fear. Adopting an abundance mentality liberates us to thrive. Despite real limitations, embracing the truth of the blessings that we have lavishly been provided transforms everything. Abundance thinking awakens courage, creativity, and deep joy. SEE NORTON, P15

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The good, bad and ugly

y readers know I like to look at all sides of a situation. The beginning of the year is a good time to map out what is great, FINANCIAL what may be chalSTRATEGIES lenging and what is potentially awful with the economic landscape and how it affects investors. I like to be positive, so I’ll start with the current good things. First is the Fed and that they may Patricia Kummer have pulled off a soft landing. This is where they are able to raise interest rates enough to curb inflation and not cause a recession. So far, so good. Inflation has come down; the economy is still growing and employment remains strong. Second, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is positive but slowing. I put this measure of economic growth in the good category because it could be much worse considering the level of interest rate hikes we have endured. Economic growth is naturally expected to slow as inflation comes down. Much of this growth is fueled by consumer spending which last year made up 80 percent of the GDP. Higher inflation should have curbed some of that spending but there could still be pent up demand from shortages during COVID. Housing has also held up well considering high mortgage rates. Those of us buying houses in the eighties when interest rates were around 12% don’t think current rates are high. However, there is a whole new generation of home buyers that

have never seen anything north of 4%. Fannie Mae states “Mortgage rates will fall below 6% in 2024.”¹ Investors are enjoying a nice start to the year. The stock market falls into both the good and the bad category. While returns have been nice as corporate earnings have held up during rising rates, many believe valuations are artificially high and will correct at some point. That is usually the natural cycle of the market so this is not really unexpected. It may also depend on which stocks and which sectors, given that we often see rolling corrections that don’t affect the entire S&P 500. Currently we have price to earnings (P/E) in a wide range. Twenty or below is considered decent. This is the calculation of the stock price divided by annual earnings, so the lower the better if you are looking for undervalued stocks. Other economic indicators on the bad list include a slowing economy, a softening labor market, and uncertainty around when the Fed will start to lower interest rates.² And we can’t talk about 2024 without mentioning that it is an election year. While political outcomes are never a successful investment strategy, it does affect the mood, if not the perception, of how the economy will be affected at least for the next four years. Therefore I would put elections in the ugly category along with war, violence, poverty, and declining health. Maybe we just need more love, hope, faith, and charity to push everything into the good category! Anything is possible. 1.Dow Jones Market Watch 1.26.24 2 UN News at UN.org

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gmail.com, and when we can truly understand the impact of living with a mindset of abundance, it really will be a better than good life.

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Where are you now when it comes to living with an abundance mentality rather than one of scarcity? Was there ever a time when you made the shift from scarcity to abundance, and if so, how did that make you feel? I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@

Patricia Kummer is managing director for Mariner Wealth Advisors.

Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.

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Jennifer Lee Kerrigan, age 33, of Parker, CO, passed away on January 30, 2024. She was strong-willed, loving, and always stood up for what she believed in. Jennifer wore her heart on her sleeve and fought like hell. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Jennifer is survived by her father, Michael Kerrigan, her mother, Dina Kerrigan, her brother Scott Kerrigan, sister-in-law Beth Kerrigan, niece Indy Kerrigan, Grandmother Virginia Carp, and her beloved dog, Boomer Kerrigan.

Jennifer attended Saugus High School and later pursued her passion as a hairstylist at Fuel Salon. She expressed herself artistically through multiple mediums and enjoyed hiking with Boomer, watching scary movies, and going on father/ daughter date nights. She also loved visiting Disneyland and taking trips to Hawaii. A private ceremony will be held in memory of Jennifer. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society. Her family has setup a page to donate at https://raiseyourway.donordrive. com/campaign/JenniferKerrigan

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n the back of your mind, you might recall fond memories of your parents taking you to the park — or school programs busing you to faraway nature scenes. And in the bustle of adulthood, getting outdoors may have become less of a priority in your daily schedule. But the benefits of viewing and spending time in nature go deeper than the proverbial “getting some air.” In fact, it can lower blood pressure and is linked with lowering levels of stress, depression and anxiety, according to the National Park Service. One easy way to capture those benefits is hiking, a word that conjures images of mountains and rugged dirt trails. And in Colorado, chances are you’ve met someone with a “hiker” persona:

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lots of gear, often heading out on weekends, probably driving a Subaru. But hiking doesn’t have to be so extreme. It doesn’t even have to involve big hills. In the purest sense, it’s just a long walk for pleasure or exercise. And if you live in any of the counties around Denver, the good news is you’re never far from a hiking spot. That includes places with breathtaking views in Douglas County. “Most Douglas County staffers will tell you that the open space that they like best is the last one they got to hike,” said Dan Dertz, director of Douglas County’s open space office. From Georgetown in the mountains to the plains of Elbert County, here’s a look at hiking spots for beginners and seasoned veterans alike — and some tips if you’re new to the activity. Douglas County

If you’re just starting out, one of the easiest

hiking trails in Douglas County is Bluffs Regional Park, Dertz says. Just a few miles from Park Meadows mall, Bluffs Regional Park offers sweeping views of the mountains and the Denver metro area. It’s a short drive south of Yosemite Street and Lincoln Avenue near Lone Tree. If you’re seeking high elevation and more of a challenge, try Spruce Mountain Open Space Trail. That’s off Spruce Mountain Road south of Noe Road, west of Interstate 25. There are no costs for parking or access at those hiking spots. Jefferson County

For an easy and flat hike not far from downtown Denver, try Crown Hill Park off 26th Avenue in the Wheat Ridge area. Its trailways offer lakeside views. SEE TAKE A HIKE, P17

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One of the higher-elevation spots in Jefferson County for a hike is Elk Meadow Park in the Evergreen area. There, you can brave a 2,100-foot elevation gain from the Stagecoach Boulevard trailhead to the 9,708-foot Bergen Peak, according to Jefferson County Open Space. All Jeffco Open Space parks are free to access and open to the public one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset, according to the county. For information on park closures, see the county’s alerts and closures webpage. Clear Creek County

Asked about lesser-known spots for hiking in Clear Creek County, Jon Butcher, a county staffer, said: “The Silver Creek Trail is probably the coolest but hard to get to.” “It is a wagon road built in the mid-to-late 1800s that is flat once you get there,” said Butcher, the county’s recreation facilities manager. For easiest access, park at Georgetown Lake and take the part of Tom Benhoff trail on the south side of the lake, then head uphill on Purdy or Dunbar- A trail meanders through Columbine Open Space in Douglas County. COURTESY OF DOUGLAS COUNTY ton trails to get to Silver Creek Trail. Once there, head east for about 4 miles one way or 8 miles out fields, and trail access is at the northwest corner of Chris Barker, a county spokesperson. “Visitors and back. the parking area. that provide information on wildlife interactions In a mountain county, trails are better suited to All trails in Elbert County mentioned above are play a critical role as stewards and partners in experienced hikers. open to pedestrians, bikes and horses and closed managing wildlife.” “As far as ‘easy trails’ lacking too much elevation to motorized vehicles, according to the district. All reports are anonymous. You can report wildchange, I would suggest Alvarado, Georgetown Free parking is available near all trail access life sightings, encounters or incidents at jeffco. Lake, Meadow Loop at Floyd Hill or any of the points. us/3620/Human-Wildlife-Interactions. Greenway Trails,” Butcher said. The trails are accessible for free. Staying safe Navigating snowy season For beginners, here are some tips for hiking For hiking amid snow this winter and early Elbert County from Jefferson County Open Space, especially for spring, here are some tips from Jefferson and In the plains of Elbert County — east of Douglas challenging routes: Clear Creek counties for staying safe in challengCounty and southeast of Aurora — wide-open ru• Pick up a physical map near a trail parking ing environments: ral views are the norm. area, or use a mapping app like COTREX. (You • Bring traction devices for your shoes or boots, But for a trail maintained for the public, look to can download offline maps to navigate trails for or trekking poles, for snow-packed or icy trails. the Elizabeth area. when you don’t have cellular service.) • If heading to parks alone, let someone know One trail runs for 1.3 miles with access at Run• Bring a compass if you know how to use one. where you’re going and your anticipated return ning Creek Elementary School on the south and • Dress in layers or have extra layers for warmth time just in case. Evans Park on the north, said Eric Larson, an El- or rain protection. • Check online for park or trail closures in case bert County staffer. • Use sunscreen, hats and long sleeves for sun snowy conditions begin to thaw and create mud(Flooding last summer washed out the trail at protection. dy trails that are closed. Colorado Highway 86. Repairs are slated for this • Bring extra food and plenty of water for your• Know what layers to bring: Synthetic fabric or summer, intended to return the path to its full self and your pets. wool are best as they tend to provide some insulalength and useability.) • Have a flashlight in case you get caught out af- tion even when wet. Avoid cotton. Once in Evans Park, the town trail connects with ter dark. • Bring a map. Remember: Many trails in lessa small trail that loops through a wooded section • Bring a first-aid kit. populated regions go outside phone coverage arof the park. • Bring matches in case of an emergency. (Gen- eas. Have a full phone battery and keep it warm. “The most significant, and perhaps only other erally, Jeffco Open Space does not allow fire or • Bring a flashlight or headlamp with spare batpublicly accessible, trail in the county is located open flame in its parks.) teries. in Casey Jones Park at 4189 Highway 86” in the • Have emergency shelter, such as a tent or tarp. • The snow off trails can be deep. If going off Elizabeth area, said Michael Barney, director of Be on the lookout for wildlife. Jeffco Open Space trail, bring gaiters and skis or snow shoes. Elizabeth Park and Recreation District. That park tracks human-wildlife interactions in parks and • Do not enter avalanche terrain unless you is next to Evans Park. surrounding neighborhoods. have the needed training and equipment. The trail is roughly 1.4 miles and passes through “We strive to balance the protection and preser“Know the limits of your fitness and clothing,” the northern wooded section of the 103-acre park. vation of wildlife and their habitat while promot- Butcher said. “Turn around if either of them are It’s best reached by parking north of the baseball ing a safe and positive visitor experience,” said failing to keep you comfortable.” Left: A group stands as the sun goes down at Bluffs Regional Park in the Lone Tree area of Douglas County.

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Homeowners can delay property tax payments each year, they don’t have to pay until they don’t apply,” said Sheena Kadi, spokesperson for the department. The current deferral interest rate is 4.125%. That means after a year, the deferred tax amount will have grown by that percentage.

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If you’re staring at your property tax bill and having a meltdown, a Colorado program might offer you relief. The state’s Property Tax Deferral Program allows homeowners to push their property tax payment down the road, potentially for years — depending on eligibility. “Anytime we can keep folks in their homes and help them find tax relief at the same time is a win for Coloradans,” Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young said in a prepared statement. Homeowners can delay, or “defer,” tax payment for as long as they own their home. The program charges interest — or a slow yearly increase — in the amount of taxes you owe. Here’s how the program works. Who is eligible

Colorado’s deferral program has traditionally helped seniors and active military personnel, but it was expanded last year to provide relief to homeowners affected by increased property taxes for the tax years including and between 2020 to 2023. (2023 property taxes are what you’re billed for this year.) The application period closes on April 1. Homeowners who aren’t seniors or active military can apply under different criteria — they’re eligible

Other criteria

A vast view of homes from Bluffs Regional Park and Trail in Lone Tree in October PHOTO BY TAYLER SHAW 2022.

if their property taxes increased above what the program calls a “growth cap.” The tax-growth cap is met when the current year’s property tax amount has increased 4% or more compared to the average of the two preceding tax years’ amounts. Given the headline-grabbing spikes in property values — as calculated for tax purposes — last year in the Front Range and other parts of the state, many homeowners will likely qualify for the program because of how much their home’s property tax bill has increased. Ins and outs

The program does not exempt homeowners from paying taxes but, rather, serves as a loan that a home-

owner pays later. Seniors and active military can defer for as long as they own their home and they reapply for deferral each year. Others applying under the tax growthbased eligibility can defer for as long as they own their home and reapply each year — as long as the amount being deferred does not exceed $10,000. For example, if you applied last year and were granted a $6,000 deferral and then apply again this year, only $4,000 more could be deferred. Under the program, homeowners don’t have to pay any portion of their deferred tax amount — including interest — so long as they continue to reapply, according to the Colorado Department of the Treasury. “As long as the homeowner reapplies

Other eligibility criteria include: • The property claiming the deferral must be owner occupied, meaning the taxpayer must, by themselves or with another person, reside at the property • All property taxes for years before 2024 must be paid • For the growth cap-based deferrals, the property must not be income producing, meaning the property is not used for financial gain. To apply

Homeowners can learn more by calling 833-634-2513 toll free or emailing cotreasproptax@state.co.us People in some areas may need to wait for their county to upload data before they’re able to apply, Kadi said on Feb. 8. Looking for tax exemptions?

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AdventHealth Parker Hospital celebrates 20th BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Hospital staff, new and old, gathered in the lobby of AdventHealth Parker Hospital to celebrate 20 years of service, taking trips down memory lane and sharing heartfelt stories. Just off Parker Road stands the ever-growing hospital. But two decades ago, a group of people saw an opportunity to create it from an old farm and on Feb. 3, 2004, Parker Adventist Hospital opened its doors. Now AdventHealth Parker, the hospital has served over 500,000 patients, has a Level II trauma center and many accolades to tout as it pursues a 100 Top Hospital designation. “AdventHealth Parker has grown from a small community hospital into a major medical center in Southeast Denver,” said Mike Goebel, AdventHealth Parker president and CEO at the gathering, which included appetizers and music from a string section. The hospital has delivered nearly 32,000 babies, performed some 125,000 surgeries and responded to 530,000 emergency room visits. And, one of the hospital’s 150,000 admissions is Aurora resident Ken Iannarone. He and his wife, Sandy worked side by side for United Airlines at Denver International Airport when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. One day, before going back to work Iannarone said he started to feel weird and was not able to breathe when standing up.

Dr. Chris Winter, one of the founding physicians of AdventHealth Parker Hospital, speaks at the hospitals 20th anniversary celebration. Dr. Winter helped develop the trauma program at the hospital from the beginning. He is currently a general PHOTO BY HALEY LENA surgeon and the Trauma Medical Director.

After a virtual appointment his doctor suggested he and his wife get tested for COVID-19. Results came back positive and Iannarone was told to go to the emergency room. He was then admitted to AdeventHealth Parker. “I was like out of it,” said Iann-

arone. “Next thing I know, I’m laying in bed and I thought I was dreaming because I see all these guys coming in with these big huge suits on for COVID. To me, it reminded me of like… they were spacemen.” Doctors put Iannarone into a

medically induced coma in which he remained for three weeks. During that time, he had suffered a small heart attack and developed pneumonia. Following a month in the hospital, Iannarone endured five weeks of rehabilitation where he had to re-learn how to complete everyday tasks. Sandy called three times a day to speak to the doctors and nurses, whom she is grateful for. Once Iannarone was recovered, the couple went back to the hospital and gave staff cookies and sandwiches for their appreciation. “I felt it in my heart, I have to go back and thank these people,” Iannarone. “I still feel terrific because of what they did for me.” From the mayor of Parker to the chief financial officer for the Rocky Mountain Region for AdventHealth, many shared similar stories of resilience as well as the hospital’s history and its foundation. Ken Bacon, the hospital’s first CEO, spoke about how many people in the community have been involved in the hospital’s success, even before it opened. He also credited much of the hospital’s success to the physicians. “There’s a lot of people who have had a big impact on the hospital,” said Bacon. “None bigger than Dr. Chris Winter.” Winter is a surgeon and the trauma medical director. He moved from Nebraska to become one of the hospital’s first physicians, helping develop the trauma program. SEE HOSPITAL, P21

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Most of the pills entering Colorado were manufactured in Mexico with chemicals shipped there from China. “As we begin the new year, DEA is committed to staying laserfocused on investigating the two cartels most responsible for trafficking fentanyl into the United States, as well as bringing greater

pital has faced. The biggest was the pandemic, said Winter, who said the end result is a safer hospital. “I think that doing it for the community has always been our mission,” said Winter. “I don’t know anything about the numbers, I don’t know anything about the money, but we do it for our community one

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leaders about fentanyl deaths in their cities and on campus, and naloxone training for students. The push for more warnings and education comes after parents of five young adults who died from fentanyl poisoning questioned by state universities had not done more to warn students, especially when local authorities knew that a particularly deadly batch of counterfeit oxycodone or Xanax containing fentanyl was circulating. In 2023, 948 people in Colorado died from a fentanyl overdose, up

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Like Super Bowl champion and former Seattle Seahawk Marshawn Lynch famously stated, “Take care of y’all bodies, take care of y’all chicken, and take care of y’all mentals.” As for the last part of that, many say sports are 90% mental. While

there are ways to measure the physical attributes of athletes, there aren’t too many ways to demonstrate mental performance, especially on a stat sheet. Often athletes are only measured by points, tackles, saves or other statistics. Stacy Ingram, a mental toughness and performance coach for youth athletes, performers and others in Castle Rock, knows mental barriers can prevent individuals from reaching their full potential. She’s here to help. “Sports and performance is a way that you’re able to teach them skills they can use in their sport but also throughout their life,” Ingram said.

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“Things like emotional regulation, stress reduction and more.” Whether it’s managing a full class schedule and a demanding sports calendar at once, overcoming an injury to get back on the field or stage or trying to stay tunnel-focused on earning a scholarship, Ingram knows high school athletes today have a lot to manage. Before the pandemic, Ingram owned a clothing boutique, where she said a lot of people (friends and otherwise) would come in and look for emotional or mental support. Feeling her store was a place of refuge, Ingram cared for her patrons and wanted to take the next step in helping them. She began taking psychology and coaching courses and fully pivoted to mental coaching when the pandemic forced her store to close. “I really wanted to address this niche because I do have a passion for sports, but also I have a passion for kids this age,” Ingram said. “Even at my store, I had a lot of high school and college kids that worked for me. And I really missed that sort of mentorship piece and relationship piece. It showed me a lot about how much these kids need additional support, but

they’re sort of afraid to ask for it.” She’s now worked with several clients across various sports and performance activities. Her focus (for now) is on schools in the south like Arapahoe, Mountain Vista and Green Mountain, her alma mater. For more from Ingram, check out the Q&A below. You can find her services at www.cultivatingyourcourage.net. Colorado Community Media: What goes into the mental gymnastics of re-trusting yourself after you’ve been injured in your sport or profession? Ingram: That’s a pretty emotional thing for a number of reasons: everything from disappointment if you’re a senior especially and you lost your last season to simply being afraid. And when you are afraid of being injured, you have a much higher percentage of likelihood of actually being injured because you’re focusing on the wrong things and that mind-body connection isn’t in the most positive space. I think one thing that can happen with the kids, too, is they get so afraid of getting injured that SEE MINDSET, P39

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A perfect season feels nearly impossible in any sports league, especially in Colorado with countless phenomenal youth athletes across the Front Range. But the Hot Shots, a fifth-grade basketball team in the Castle Rock Recreation Youth Sports league, dominated week after week on their way to a flawless championship run. “This was the best defensive team I have ever coached and also one of the most unselfish teams,” said CoHead Coach Tim Corken. “These guys loved helping each other on defense and passing the ball to each other on offense.” In 10 regular-season games, the Hot Shots won by an average of 14.7 points. Their strongest victory, a 32-4 rout, came in week three. And the team’s momentum never faltered in the postseason. The Hot Shots trounced the competition, 33-14, in their first playoff game and, though they scored just

The Hot Shots, a fifth-grade team in the Castle Rock Recreation Youth Sports basketball league, finished 10-0 in the regular season and 3-0 in the playoffs to become COURTESY PHOTO league champions.

17 points in the semifinal, they held the other team to 10 points to advance to the championship.

A strong Dunkin Donuts team awaited them in the finals. Corken said they came ready to play, and

the Donuts tested the Hot Shots. Facing an early deficit of 6-2, it appeared this game might look different than the Hot Shots were used to. But a strong 17-4 run brought the score to 19-10 and gave the Hot Shots the lead. The Shots never lost it and held on to win 27-17 as champions. “Since day one, they brought such great passion and energy, whether it was in practice or a game, and we all fed off of that throughout the season,” Co-Head Coach Nic Gasco said. “You could see every player was all in for one main goal: a championship. This is such a special group. These boys are a family. They had each other’s backs all year and truly earned the perfect ending. No matter how hard it got near the end, they believed in each other and finished it together.” The Hot Shots are composed of players Jayden Corken, Jax Raes, Cohen Ivey, Cason Conroy, Landon Chase, Jack McClintock, Quentin Gidcumb, Owen Schwairy, Kole Wille and Kaelan Gasco; and Team Manager Melissa Chase. “It was a pleasure coaching these fine young men and I look forward to seeing all of them continue to succeed in life and basketball,” Corken said.

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DISTRICT COURT, WATER DIVISION 1, COLORADO JANUARY 2024 WATER RESUME PUBLICATION TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN WATER DIV. 1 Public Notice Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, you are notified that the following is a resume of all water right applications, andCOURT, certainWATER amendments in the Office of the Water Clerk during the month of JANUARY 2024 for Proposed Use: Diversion, storage, and beneficial use by Englewood for its water supply, and that of its water customers and contractual DISTRICT DIVISIONfiled 1, COLORADO obligees, for domestic, irrigation, and other municipal purposes. vii. Place of Use or Proposed Use of Conditional Rights: The water diverted each County affected. (This publication can be viewed in its entirety on the state court website at: by exchange will be used within the service areas of Englewood and/or Centennial Water and Sanitation District pursuant to an existing water JANUARY 2024 WATER RESUME PUBLICATION www.courts.state.co.us) supply agreement, and any lands to which Englewood provides water for municipal purposes under an existing or future contract of supply. TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN WATER DIV. 1 b. Williams Fork Exchange i. Date of Original Decree: July 1,1983, W-8456-76, District Court, Water Division 1; April 30, 1990, Case No. 2024CW3012 (W-8456-76, 87CW124, 93CW062, 01CW215, 16CW3100) CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, 87CW124, District Court, Water Division 1; December 1, 1995, Case No. 93CW062, District Court, Water Division 1; July 28, 2010, Case No. Pursuant to C.R.S. are Ry, notified that theof following is a1000 resume of all water right applications, and certain Pieter Van37-92-302, Ry Pieteryou Van Director Utilities, Englewood Parkway, Englewood, CO amendments 8011001CW215, District Court, Water Division 1; and January 11, 2018, Case No. 16CW3100, District Court, Water Division 1. ii. Legal Description filed in the Office of the Water Clerk during the month of JANUARY 2024 for each County affected. 0110, (303) 762-2636. Direct allonpleadings and website correspondence to: Peter D. Nichols, Geoffrey M. of Points of Diversion: Pursuant to the W-8456-76 decree and the Agreements, Denver may release Ranch Creek System water to Engle(This publication can be viewed in its entirety the state court at: www.courts.state.co.us) Williamson, Patrick M. Haines, Megan Christensen, Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti LLP, 1712 Pearl Street, wood via Denver’s Jones Pass Tunnel into the headwaters of Clear Creek. Such water will be carried and transported down Clear Creek, to 2024CW3012 (W-8456-76, 87CW124, 93CW062, 01CW215, 16CW3100) CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, Pieter Van Pieter Van Ry, Director which Ralston Creek is tributary, and delivered to the South Platte River for use by Englewood. Under the Williams Fork Exchange, EngleBoulder, CO 80302, (303) 402-1600. APPLICATION FOR A FINDING OFRyREASONABLE of Utilities, 1000 Englewood Parkway, Englewood, CO 80110-0110, (303) 762-2636. Direct all pleadings and correspondence to: wood waters will be delivered into the South Platte River at times when an exchange upstream to the points of diversion described below is INM.ARAPAHOE, DOUGLAS AND Christensen, WELD COUNTIES. 2. Summary of Application: Peter D.DILIGENCE Nichols, Geoffrey Williamson, Patrick M. Haines, Megan Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti LLP, 1712 Pearl Street, possible at a rate of delivery not to exceed 95 cubic feet of water per second, less carriage and transportation charges lawfully chargeable by Englewood is a municipal the State Water Administration officials. Following exchange, Englewood will make beneficial use of the water throughout Englewood’s disBoulder, CO 80302, (303) 402-1600. corporation of the State of Colorado. Englewood owns and operates municipal tribution system at any of the following described points of diversion or places of storage in or on the South Platte River or its tributaries: (a) water and sewer utility systems for the benefit of its citizens, and for the provision of water and sewer APPLICATION FOR A FINDING OFapplication REASONABLE DILIGENCE IN ARAPAHOE, DOUGLASappropriative AND WELD COUNTIES. 2. Summary of At the headgate of the Petersburg Ditch located on the East or right bank of the South Platte River in the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 9, service contracts. This claims diligence for two conditional rights of exchange Application: Englewood is a municipal corporation of the State of Colorado. Englewood owns and operates municipal water and sewer utility Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M., Arapahoe County, Colorado, at or near the intersection of said South Platte River with Englewood or is toward operating, makecontracts. its waterThis rights decreed for diligence diversion systemsthat for the benefit of itsoperates, citizens, and for working the provision of water and sewertoservice application claims for two County Road No.1 (a.k.a., Union Avenue Intake of Englewood). (b) At the pumping plant of Englewood located at a point on the East or right conditional appropriative of exchange Englewood operates, or is working toward operating, to make itswater water rights decreed from the Ranchrights Creek System that in Grand County available for use within its municipal system. Thefor di- bank of the South Platte River whence the SE corner of Section 32, Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M. bears South 72º 45’ East 6,026.8 feet. (c) At the current point of diversion of the City Ditch, Chatfield Reservoir Outlet, whose centerline of the outlet conduit inversion following from the Ranch Creeksummarizes System in Grand available for use within municipal system. following matrix summarizes matrix theCounty exchange reaches. All its values are water in cubic feetTheper second (cfs) and tersects the centerline of the dam at a point whence the NW corner of Section 1, Township 6 South, Range 69 West of the 6th P.M. bears the exchange reaches. All values are in cubic feet per second (cfs) and distinguished as being absolute in part or wholly conditional rights: distinguished as being absolute in part or wholly conditional rights: North 49º West 4,070 feet. Diversion is made through a valved manifold provided for the City Ditch, Nevada Ditch, and Last Chance Ditch. (d) At the High Line Canal Diversion Works, being a headgate, valves and other control works with a capacity of 600 cfs out of the South Platte Exchange – From Exchange – To Points River at a place on the Southeast or right bank of said river in Section 33, Township 6 South, Range 69 West of the 6th P.M. (e) At McLellan Points Reservoir, located in Sections 32 and 33 of Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M., and Sections 4 and 5, Township 6 South, Range South Platte River Exchange 68 West of the 6th P.M., with the initial point of survey being a point whence the Southeast corner of Section 32, Township 5 South, Range 68 Petersburg Ditch

St. Vrain Creek Confluence Clear Creek Confluence

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95 (48 Absolute; 47 Conditional) Williams Fork Exchange

Clear Creek 95 (All Conditional) Confluence 3. Names of Exchanges: South Platte Exchange and Williams Fork Exchange (together the “Subject 3. Names of Exchanges: 4.South ExchangeDecree: and Williams Exchangewere (together the “Subject Exchanges”). 4. Date of Original DeExchanges”). DatePlatte of Original TheFork exchanges initially decreed in Case No. W-8456-76 cree: The exchanges were initially decreed in Case No. W-8456-76 on July 1, 1983. The South Platte Exchange was made partially absolute on Julyinitial 1, 1983. The South Exchange madewas partially in Englewood’s initial ofdiligence in Englewood’s diligence filing, CasePlatte No. 87CW124, andwas diligence decreedabsolute for the remaining conditional portion the exchange Case No. 87CW124, was decreed forand the16CW3100, remainingas conditional portion of the below, exchange rights. filing, In subsequent diligence actions, and Casediligence Nos. 93CW062, 01CW215, more specifically described diligence was decreed for the Exchange rights. 5. actions, DescriptionCase of the Nos. Conditional Water Rights: The waterand to be16CW3100, exchanged is initially diverted rights. InSubject subsequent diligence 93CW062, 01CW215, as more by exercise of Englewood’s water rights in the Ranch Creek System. Englewood uses the Subject Exchanges to deliver its Ranch Creek specifically described below, diligence was decreed for the Subject Exchange rights. 5. Description of the to a System water rights from Grand County to more useful points of diversion for use within the service areas of Englewood and, pursuant Conditional Water Rights:Centennial The water to and be Sanitation exchanged is initially byofexercise of Englewood’s long-standing water supply agreement, Water District. The Citydiverted and County Denver (“Denver”) delivers Englewood’s water Ranch rights Creek System water toCreek the South Platte River at the confluence the St. Exchanges Vrain River orto Clear Creekitspursuant the Water in the Ranch System. Englewood uses thewith Subject deliver Ranch toCreek Exchange Agreement dated March 17, 1964, confirmed by the Modification of March 17, 1964 Water Exchange Agreement dated System water rights from Grand County to more useful points of diversion for use within the service September areas 2, 1969, and as superseded by a Settlement Agreement dated August 11, 1995 (the “Agreements”). When operating the Subject Exchanges, of Englewood and, a long-standing water supply agreement, Centennial Water and Englewood diverts (or can andpursuant will divert to through future diligence) an equivalent amount of water at upstream points on Sanitation the South Platte River asDistrict. describedThe below. Exchange occurs of pursuant to either the Southdelivers Platte River Exchange or Ranch the Williams Fork Exchange, as follows: City and County Denver (“Denver”) Englewood’s Creek System water to a. Souththe Platte River Exchange i. Date of Original Decree and Subsequent Decrees: July 1, 1983, W-8456-76, District Court, Division South Platte River at the confluence with the St. Vrain River or Clear Creek pursuant to theWater Water 1; April 30, 1990, Case No. 87CW124, District Court, Water Division 1; December 1, 1995, Case No. 93CW062, District Court, Water Division Agreement dated March 17,Water 1964, confirmed by the 11, Modification of 16CW3100, March 17,District 1964 Court, WaterWater 1; July Exchange 28, 2010, Case No. 01CW215, District Court, Division 1; and January 2018, Case No. Division 1. ii. Legal Description of Points of Diversion: Englewood’s water delivered by Denver through the Ranch Creek System will be carried and transported to and into the South Platte River either at the confluence thereof with St. Vrain Creek, to which South Boulder Creek is tributary, or at the confluence of the South Platte River with Clear Creek, to which Ralston Creek is tributary, for use by Englewood. The deliveries will then be exchanged upstream for waters diverted from the South Platte River and its tributaries for beneficial use throughout Englewood’s distribution system at any of the following described points of diversion or places of storage in or on the South Platte River or its tributaries: (a) At the headgate of the Petersburg Ditch located on the East or right bank of the South Platte River in the NW 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 9, Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M., Arapahoe County, Colorado, at or near the intersection of said South Platte River with County Road No.1 (a.k.a., Union Avenue Intake of Englewood). (b) At the pumping plant of Englewood located at a point on the East or right bank of the South Platte River whence the SE corner of Section 32, Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M. bears South 72º 45’ East 6,026.8 feet. (c) At the current point of diversion for the City Ditch, Chatfield Reservoir Outlet, whose centerline of the outlet conduit intersects the centerline of the dam at a point whence the NW corner of Section 1, Township 6 South, Range 69 West of the 6th P.M. bears North 49º West 4,070 feet. Diversion is made through a valved manifold that serves the City Ditch, Nevada Ditch, and Last Chance Ditch. (d) At the High Line Canal Diversion Works, being a headgate, valves, and other control works with a capacity of 600 cfs out of the South Platte River at a place on the Southeast or right bank of said river in Section 33, Township 6 South, Range 69 West of the 6th P.M. (e) At McLellan Reservoir, located in Sections 32 and 33 of Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M., and Sections 4 and 5, Township 6 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M., with the initial point of survey being a point whence the Southeast corner of Section 32, Township 5 South, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M. bears South 71º 00’ East, 2,489.5 feet. iii. Source: The source of substitute supply is Ranch Creek and its tributaries in Grand County, subject to trans-basin delivery of said diversions to the South Platte River watershed. The source of water diverted by exchange is the South Platte River and its tributaries. iv. Appropriation Date: March 17, 1964. v. Amount Claimed: 47 cfs, conditional. The maximum cumulative rate of exchange for the South Platte River Exchange is 95 cfs, with 48 cfs having been decreed absolute in Case No. 87CW124. Englewood reserves the right to amend this Application to include a make-absolute claim for some or all of the conditional amount if Englewood is able to operate the South Platte River Exchange during the pendency of this Application. vi. Type of Use or

West of the 6th P.M. bears South 71º 00’ East, 2,489.5 feet. iii. Source: The source of substitute supply is the Williams Fork River and its tributaries in Grand County, through diversion by the Ranch Creek System and trans-basin delivery of said diversions to the South Platte River watershed. The source of water diverted by exchange is the South Platte River and its tributaries. iv. Appropriation Date: March 17, 1964. v. Amount Claimed: 95 cfs, conditional, which is the maximum cumulative rate of exchange for the Williams Fork Exchange. Englewood reserves the right to amend this Application to include a make-absolute claim for some or all of the conditional amount if Englewood is able to operate the Williams Fork Exchange during the pendency of this Application. vi. Type of Use or Proposed Use: Diversion, storage, and beneficial use by Englewood for its water supply, and that of its water customers and contractual obligees, for domestic, irrigation, and other municipal purposes. vii. Place of Use or Proposed Use of Conditional Rights: The water diverted by exchange will be used within the service areas of Englewood and/or Centennial Water and Sanitation District pursuant to an existing water supply agreement, and any lands to which Englewood provides water for municipal purposes under an existing or future contract of supply. 6. Request for Finding of Reasonable Diligence: Pursuant to the Decree issued in Case No. 01CW215, the Subject Exchanges are part of an extensive unified and integrated system for the collection, treatment and distribution of water operated by Englewood for its customers. The operation of the Subject Exchanges is not only dependent upon Englewood’s demand and the available stream exchange potential but is also affected by the yield of other water rights and exchanges currently operated by Englewood. The existence of these water rights and exchanges is necessary to allow Englewood to plan for growth and to maintain flexibility and reliability in its water supply system. Therefore, for the purpose of showing diligence as to the conditional appropriative rights of exchange originally decreed in W-8456-76 and most recently granted a finding of reasonable diligence in Case No. 16CW3100, diligence as to any part of Englewood’s water system used to operate or benefit from these exchanges shall be diligence as to the completion of the Subject Exchanges. Englewood has undertaken significant efforts upon various components of its unified water system during the diligence period of January 2018 to the present, to continue the development of the Subject Exchanges. Activities that have been performed toward completion of the appropriation and application of the Subject Exchanges to beneficial use are described below. This list is representative but is not intended to be exhaustive. a. Englewood spent over $1.9 million on repairs, operations, dam safety, system improvements, and cooperative stream gauging for the Cabin Meadow Creek System in Grand County, which is a component of the Ranch Creek System, including $605,780 to repair the Meadow Creek Valve House and for engineering support for the Meadow Creek outlet; Englewood’s Ranch Creek System is the source of substitute supply for the Subject Exchanges. b. Englewood spent over $615,770 on design and pre-construction services supporting the piping of portions of the City Ditch, which is an exchange-to point for this application. c. Englewood spent over $169,280 in connection with improvements to McLellan Reservoir and associated facilities, which is an exchange-to point for this application. d. Englewood spent over $20,000 on improvements to its Union Avenue Intake and Pump Station, which is an exchange-to location for this application. e. Englewood spent over $1.39 million on various water diversion, measurement, and distribution system improvements. These include improvements to ditches, wells, pumps, pipes, flumes, and gulches; removals and replacements of filter media at Englewood’s water treatment plant in the amount of approximately $734,518.00; and, dredging of Englewood’s water treatment plant facilities in the amount of approximately $657,387. f. Englewood spent a total of approximately $597,510.00 on various aspects of the design and construction of the Big Dry Creek Hydropower Diversion structure, plus an additional $40,425.00 to obtain an easement agreement with the Colorado Water Conservation Board for an easement necessary for that project. g. Englewood spent approximately $173,518 to remove or maintain trees that interfered with Englewood’s water system. h. Englewood spent $3,375.00 to install security fencing around the McBroom Ditch Headgate. i. Throughout the diligence period, Englewood has engaged water resource engineers to protect and enhance Englewood’s water rights and has participated in numerous Water Court cases to protect the quality and quantity of the water rights decreed in W-8456-76 and other water rights from injury. Englewood has filed diligence applications for other conditional rights which are part of its integrated system. These efforts to protect and defend the water rights necessary to operate Englewood’s water supply system are a matter of public record in the Water Courts for Water Divisions 1 and 5. WHEREFORE, Englewood respectfully requests that this Court enter a decree finding that Englewood has exercised reasonable diligence toward completion of the appropriation for the decreed uses and continuing the conditional water rights described herein in full force and effect for another six years, and granting such other relief as the Court deems just and proper. Number of pages of Application: 9.

THE WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED BY THESE APPLICATIONS MAY AFFECT IN PRIORITY ANY WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED OR HERETOFORE ADJUDICATED WITHIN THIS DIVISION AND OWNERS OF AFFECTED RIGHTS MUST APPEAR TO OBJECT WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY STATUTE OR BE FOREVER BARRED. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that any party who wishes to oppose an application, or an amended application, may file with the Water Clerk, P. O. Box 2038, Greeley, CO 80632, a verified Statement of Opposition, setting forth facts as to why the application should not be granted, or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. Such Statement of Opposition must be filed by the last day of MARCH 2024 (forms available on www.courts.state.co.us or in the Clerk’s office), and must be filed as an Original and include $192.00 filing fee. A copy of each Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the Applicant or Applicant’s Attorney and an affidavit or certificate of such service of mailing shall be filed with the Water Clerk. Legal Notice No.: 946779 First Publication: February 15, 2024

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Public Notices Legals Public Trustees PUBLIC NOTICE Castle Rock NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0196

To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:47:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: Ken Turnbull Original Beneficiary: KeyBank National Association Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: KeyBank National Association Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/31/2022 Recording Date of DOT: 6/10/2022 Reception No. of DOT: 2022041454 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $379,500.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $87,000.00 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: FAILURE TO MAKE TIMELY PAYMENTS AS REQUIRED UNDER THE EVIDENCE OF DEBT AND DEED OF TRUST. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is a portion of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 1 BLOCK 5, BEVERLY HILLS ESTATES FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 7651 Carolyn Dr, Castle Rock, CO 80108 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: AMANDA FERGUSON Colorado Registration #: 44893 355 UNION BLVD SUITE 250, LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80228 Phone #: (303) 274-0155 Fax #: Attorney File #: CO22353 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/

Legal Notice No. 2023-0196 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Highlands Ranch NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0204 To Whom It May Concern: On 12/7/2023 8:16:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: WILLIAM LESLIE IV Original Beneficiary: ZIONS BANCORPORATION, N.A., dba VECTRA BANK COLORADO Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: ZIONS BANCORPORATION, N.A., dba VECTRA BANK COLORADO Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/27/2022 Recording Date of DOT: 10/11/2022 Reception No. of DOT: 2022066559 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $160,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $160,074.12 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay installments of principal and interest, together with other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 82, HIGHLANDS RANCH – FILING NO. 150, 4TH AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 9600 Firenze Way, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

First Publication: 2/8/2024 Last Publication: 3/7/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Castle Rock NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0195 To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:24:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: Teresa J Miller Chipps Original Beneficiary: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/25/2019 Recording Date of DOT: 5/31/2019 Reception No. of DOT: 2019030400 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $306,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $283,541.10 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make timely payments required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.

Original Grantor: CHRIS JON HAMMERBERG Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/1/2018 Recording Date of DOT: 6/5/2018 Reception No. of DOT: 2018033623 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $314,204.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $291,384.25 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower's failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.

The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.

Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 3, BLOCK 1, MAHER RANCH - FILING NO. 1, 2ND AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 100, COTTONWOOD SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Which has the address of: 7447 Soapstone Way, Castle Rock, CO 80108-3095

Which has the address of: 17605 Ponderosa Ave, Parker, CO 80134

Dated: 12/7/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

ILENE DELL'ACQUA Colorado Registration #: 31755 7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230 , CENTENNIAL, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (877) 369-6122 Fax #: Attorney File #: CO-23-969973-LL

Legal Notice No. 2023-0204

To Whom It May Concern: On 12/7/2023 8:17:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/

Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0201

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

First Publication: 2/8/2024 Last Publication: 3/7/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

DOUGLAS W. BROWN Colorado Registration #: 10429 7995 E. Prentice Avenue, Suite 101E , GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO 80111 Phone #: (303) 329-3363 Fax #: Attorney File #: 3230-157

PUBLIC NOTICE

*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/ Legal Notice No. 2023-0195 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Parker NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0200 To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:28:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: KENNETH NEAL PAULICK AND CONNIE J PAINE Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/25/2019 Recording Date of DOT: 7/2/2019 Reception No. of DOT: 2019039010 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $418,599.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $390,763.48 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust. Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 8, BLOCK 3, STROH RANCH FILING NO. 9C, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 12649 Buckhorn Creek St, Parker, CO 80134

NOTICE OF SALE

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

First Publication: 2/8/2024 Last Publication: 3/7/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Dated: 12/7/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

DAVID R DOUGHTY Colorado Registration #: 40042 9540 MAROON CIRCLE SUITE 320, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 20-024128

RYAN BOURGEOIS Colorado Registration #: 51088 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 350-3711 Fax #: Attorney File #: 00000009905324

*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/

Legal Notice No. 2023-0201 First Publication: 2/8/2024 Last Publication: 3/7/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Legal Notice No. 2023-0200 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

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To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:04:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: Erik Taylor, Amberlee Taylor Original Beneficiary: Premier Members CU Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Premier Members Credit Union Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 10/19/2021 Recording Date of DOT: 10/28/2021 Reception No. of DOT: 2021122613 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $250,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $250,162.17 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make installment payments of principal, interest, taxes and/or insurance as provided for in the Deed of Trust and Credit Agreement.

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Highlands Ranch NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0193 To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:05:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: NADIA E. ALONSO Original Beneficiary: BELLCO CREDIT UNION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BELLCO CREDIT UNION Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 9/17/2021 Recording Date of DOT: 9/23/2021 Reception No. of DOT: 2021109370 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $76,500.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $77,379.43 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower's failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.

Legal Description of Real Property: PARCEL A: LOT 2, BLACKSHERE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 290, HIGHLANDS RANCH - FILING NO. 122-G, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

PARCEL B: THOSE EASEMENT RIGHTS CREATED BY AN INSTRUMENT RECORDED AUGUST 24, 1967, IN BOOK 178 AT PAGE 261, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Which has the address of: 10334 Hunterwood Way, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130

Which has the address of: 1818 Haystack Rd, Castle Rock, CO 80104-9724

The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: IMAN TEHRANI Colorado Registration #: 44076 514 KIMBARK STREET: P.O. BOX 298, LONGMONT, COLORADO 80502-0298 Phone #: Fax #: Attorney File #: Taylor *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee Legal Notice No. 2023-0192 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

NOTICE OF SALE

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY Colorado Registration #: 34531 9540 MAROON CIRCLE SUITE 320, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 23-030797 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/ Legal Notice No. 2023-0193 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press PUBLIC NOTICE Highlands Ranch NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0194

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To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:24:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County. Original Grantor: DONALD R ERMEL Original Beneficiary: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 5/27/2015 Recording Date of DOT: 5/28/2015 Reception No. of DOT: 2015034703 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $195,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $152,280.45 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower's failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.

Original Grantor: Ha Nguyen and Nang Long Original Beneficiary: Credit Union of Colorado Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Credit Union of Colorado Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 6/7/2022 Recording Date of DOT: 6/13/2022 Reception No. of DOT: 2022041713 DOT Recorded in Douglas County. Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $195,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $195,252.62 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: the failure to make installment payments of principal, interest, taxes and/or insurance as provided for in the Revolving Credit Deed of Trust and Credit Agreement. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.

Legal Description of Real Property: Lot 177, Highlands Ranch Filing No. 122-G, County of Douglas, State of Colorado

Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 33A-C, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 121-B, 4TH AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO

Which has the address of: 4575 Hunterwood Drive, Littleton, CO 80130

Which has the address of: 1235 Carlyle Park Cir, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129-5668 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: DAVID R DOUGHTY Colorado Registration #: 40042 9540 MAROON CIRCLE SUITE 320, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 23-031247 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/ Legal Notice No. 2023-0194 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Public Trustee’s office, Philip S Miller Building Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended. First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 11/28/2023 DAVID GILL DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: IMAN TEHRANI Colorado Registration #: 44076 514 KIMBARK STREET: P.O. BOX 298 , LONGMONT, COLORADO 80502-0298 Phone #: Fax #: Attorney File #: Long *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: https:// www.douglas.co.us/public-trustee/ Legal Notice No. 2023-0198 First Publication: 1/25/2024 Last Publication: 2/22/2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

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ORDINANCE NO. 3.06.1

Littleton NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2023-0198

A Bill for an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3.06 by the Deletion of Certain Property from the Planned Development Zoned Area Known as the Moran Planned Development Property

To Whom It May Concern: On 11/28/2023 9:26:00 AM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.

The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on February 5, 2024.

The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado. Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk Legal Notice No. 946786 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) GOAL for ARAPAHOE COUNTY PUBLIC AIRPORT AUTHORITY Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority (ACPAA) has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation, 49 CFR Part 26. For Fiscal Year 2024 through 2026, the Centennial Airport plans to achieve the entire 5.56% of the goal through race conscious measures. The proposed DBE goal and its rationale will be available for review for 30 days following this notice during normal business hours at Centennial Airport, 7565 South Peoria Street, Englewood, CO 80112. The Airport will host a meeting for public comment Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 1 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time virtually via Microsoft Teams. Email Lauren Wiarda, Director of Planning and Development, at lwiarda@centennialairport.com to receive the link. Legal Notice No. 946794 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 3.370 A Bill for an Ordinance Rezoning Certain Property Within the Town of Parker, Colorado, Known as the Moran Planned Development Property from PD-Planned Development to C-Commercial District Pursuant to the Parker Land Development Ordinance and Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map to Conform Therewith The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on February 5, 2024. The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado. Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk Legal Notice No. 946787 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice Ordinance 24-01, and any changes thereto, shall be considered on second reading for adoption at a public meeting of the City Council to be held at 8527 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree, CO 80124 on February, 20 2024, at 7:00 p.m. ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LONE TREE Series of 2024 Ordinance No. 24-01 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF CERTAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND LEGALLY PERMITTED COSTS AND EXPENDITURES FOR A JUSTICE CENTER, PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY, REGIONAL PARK AND OTHER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS, AND IN CONNECTION THEREWITH AUTHORIZING THE LEASING OF CERTAIN CITY PROPERTY AND THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY BY THE CITY OF A SITE LEASE, A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, AND OTHER FINANCING DOCUMENTS. THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LONE TREE, COLORADO, ORDAINS: ARTICLE 1 - AUTHORITY: (A) The City of Lone Tree, Douglas County, Colorado (the “City”), is a legally and regularly created, established, organized and existing municipal corporation under the provisions of Article XX of the Constitution of the State of Colorado and the home rule charter of the City (the “Charter”). (B) Pursuant to Article XVI, Section 3 of the Charter, the City Council of the City (the “Council”) may

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lease, for such time as the Council determines, any real or personal property to or from any person, firm or corporation, public and private, governmental or otherwise. (C) The City is authorized by Article XX, Section 6 of the Colorado Constitution, its Charter and part 8 of Article 15 of title 31, Colorado Revised Statutes (“C.R.S.”), to enter into rental or leasehold agreements in order to provide necessary land, buildings, equipment and other property for governmental or proprietary purposes. ARTICLE 2 - FINDINGS OF CITY COUNCIL: (A) For the functions or operations of the City, it is necessary that the City finance the acquisition, construction and equipping of a justice center, a public works facility, a regional park, and other capital improvements authorized by law (the “Project”). (B) The City owns, or will own, in fee title, certain sites and the premises, buildings and improvements located thereon (the “Leased Property”), as further described in the Site Lease and the Lease (hereinafter defined). (C) In order to finance the costs of the Project, the Council has determined, and now hereby determines, that it is in the best interests of the City and its inhabitants that the City lease the Leased Property to U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee (the “Trustee”) under an Indenture of Trust (as hereinafter defined) pursuant to a Site Lease between the City, as lessor, and the Trustee, as lessee (the “Site Lease”), and lease back the Trustee’s interest in the Leased Property pursuant to the terms of a Lease Agreement (the “Lease”) between the Trustee, as lessor, and the City, as lessee. (D) Pursuant to the Lease, and subject to the right of the City to terminate the Lease and other limitations as therein provided, the City will pay certain Base Rentals and Additional Rentals (as such terms are defined in the Lease) in consideration for the right of the City to use the Leased Property. (E) The City’s obligation under the Lease to pay Base Rentals and Additional Rentals shall be from year to year only; shall constitute currently budgeted expenditures of the City; shall not constitute a mandatory charge or requirement in any ensuing budget year; and shall not constitute a general obligation or other indebtedness or multiple fiscal year financial obligation of the City within the meaning of any constitutional, statutory or Charter limitation or requirement concerning the creation of indebtedness or multiple fiscal year financial obligation, nor a mandatory payment obligation of the City in any ensuing fiscal year beyond any fiscal year during which the Lease shall be in effect. (F) The Trustee will execute and deliver an Indenture of Trust (the “Indenture”) pursuant to which there is expected to be issued certain certificates of participation (the “2024 Certificates”) dated as of their date of delivery that shall evidence proportionate interests in the right to receive certain Revenues (as defined in the Lease), shall be payable solely from the sources therein provided and shall not directly or indirectly obligate the City to make any payments beyond those appropriated for any fiscal year during which the Lease shall be in effect. (G)The net proceeds of the 2024 Certificates are expected to be used to finance the Project. (H) There has been presented to the Council and are on file at the City offices the following: (i) the proposed form of the Site Lease; (ii) the proposed form of the Lease; (iii) the proposed form of the Continuing Disclosure Certificate to be provided by the City (the “Disclosure Certificate”); and (iv) the proposed form of the Preliminary Official Statement (the “Preliminary Official Statement”) relating to the 2024 Certificates. (I) There will be executed and delivered in connection with the sale of the 2024 Certificates an Official Statement (the “Official Statement”) in substantially the form of the Preliminary Official Statement as approved by the Finance Director of the City. (J) Capitalized terms used herein and not otherwise defined shall have the meanings set forth in the Lease. (K) Section 11-57-204 of the Supplemental Public Securities Act, constituting Title 11, Article 57, Part 2, Colorado Revised Statutes (the “Supplemental Act”), provides that a public entity, including the City, may elect in an act of

issuance to apply all or any of the provisions of the Supplemental Act.

used to finance the costs of the Project and to pay other costs of issuance.

(L) No member of the Council has any conflict of interest or is interested in any pecuniary manner in the transactions contemplated by this ordinance.

ARTICLE 6 - APPROVAL OF DOCUMENTS: The Site Lease, the Lease, and the Disclosure Certificate, in substantially the forms presented to the Council and on file with the City, are in all respects approved, authorized and confirmed, and the Mayor of the City is hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of the City to execute and deliver the Site Lease, the Lease, and the Disclosure Certificate in substantially the forms and with substantially the same contents as presented to the Council, provided that such documents may be completed, corrected or revised as deemed necessary by the parties thereto in order to carry out the purposes of this ordinance.

ARTICLE 3 - RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF PRIOR ACTIONS: All action heretofore taken (not inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance) by the Council or the officers, agents or employees of the Council or the City relating to the Site Lease, the Lease, the implementation of the Project, and the execution and delivery of the 2024 Certificates is hereby ratified, approved and confirmed. ARTICLE 4 - FINDING OF BEST INTERESTS: The Council hereby finds and determines, pursuant to the Constitution, the laws of the State of Colorado and the Charter, that the acquisition, construction and implementation of the Project, under the terms and provisions set forth in the Lease, the Site Lease and the Indenture is necessary, convenient and in furtherance of the City’s purposes and is in the best interests of the inhabitants of the City and the Council hereby authorizes and approves the same. ARTICLE 5 - SUPPLEMENTAL ACT; PARAMETERS: The Council hereby elects to apply all of the Supplemental Act to the Site Lease and the Lease and in connection therewith delegates to each of the Mayor, the City Manager or the Finance Director of the City the independent authority to make any determination delegable pursuant to Section 11-57-205(1)(a-i), Colorado Revised Statutes, in relation to the Site Lease and the Lease, and to execute a sale certificate (the “Sale Certificate”) setting forth such determinations, including without limitation, the term of the Site Lease, the rental amount to be paid by the Trustee pursuant to the Site Lease, the term of the Lease and the rental amount to be paid by the City pursuant to the Lease, subject to the following parameters and restrictions: (a) the Site Lease Term shall not extend beyond December 31, 2054; (b) the Lease Term shall not extend beyond December 31, 2044; (c) the aggregate principal amount of the Base Rentals payable by the City pursuant to the Lease shall not exceed $56,000,000; (d) the maximum annual repayment amount of Base Rentals payable by the City pursuant to the Lease shall not exceed $4,300,000; (e) the maximum total repayment amount of Base Rentals payable by the City pursuant to the Lease shall not exceed $90,000,000; (f) the maximum net effective interest rate on the interest component of the Base Rentals relating to the 2024 Certificates shall not exceed 4.75%; (g) the Lease shall be subject to prepayment not later than December 1, 2034; and (h) the purchase price of the Certificates shall not be less than 98% of the aggregate principal amount of the Certificates. Pursuant to Section 11-57-205 of the Supplemental Act, the Council hereby delegates to each of the Mayor, the City Manager or the Finance Director the independent authority to acknowledge a contract for the purchase of the 2024 Certificates between the Trustee and the Purchaser. In addition, each of the Mayor, the City Manager or the Finance Director are hereby independently authorized to determine whether a reserve fund shall be funded for the 2024 Certificates, and if obtaining an insurance policy or a reserve fund insurance policy for all or a portion of the 2024 Certificates is in the best interests of the City, and if so, to select an insurer to issue an insurance policy, execute a commitment relating to the same and execute any related documents or agreements required by such commitment. Each of the Mayor, the City Manager or the Finance Director are also hereby independently authorized to determine if obtaining a reserve fund insurance policy for the 2024 Certificates is in the best interests of the City, and if so, to select a surety provider to issue a reserve fund insurance policy and execute any related documents or agreements required by such commitment. The Council hereby agrees and acknowledges that the proceeds of the 2024 Certificates will be

ARTICLE 7 - APPROVAL OF OFFICIAL STATEMENT: A final Official Statement, in substantially the form of the Preliminary Official Statement presented to the Council and on file with the City, is in all respects approved and authorized. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed, for and on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver the final Official Statement in substantially the form and with substantially the same content as the Preliminary Official Statement on file with the City, with such changes as may be approved by the Finance Director. The distribution by the purchaser of the Preliminary Official Statement and the final Official Statement to all interested persons in connection with the sale of the 2024 Certificates is hereby ratified, approved and authorized. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to attest all signatures and acts of any official of the City in connection with the matters authorized by this ordinance and to place the seal of the City on any document authorized and approved by this ordinance. The Mayor, the City Manager, the Finance Director and City Clerk and other appropriate officials or employees of the City are hereby authorized to execute and deliver for and on behalf of the City any and all additional certificates, documents, instruments and other papers, and to perform all other acts that they deem necessary or appropriate, in order to implement and carry out the transactions and other matters authorized by this ordinance. The appropriate officers of the City are authorized to execute on behalf of the City agreements concerning the deposit and investment of funds in connection with the transactions contemplated by this ordinance, and are specifically authorized and directed hereby to invest such funds in Permitted Investments as are defined and provided in the Indenture. The execution of any instrument by the aforementioned officers or members of the Council shall be conclusive evidence of the approval by the City of such instrument in accordance with the terms hereof and thereof. ARTICLE 9 - NO GENERAL OBLIGATION DEBT: No provision of this ordinance, the Site Lease, the Lease, the Indenture, the 2024 Certificates, the Preliminary Official Statement, or the final Official Statement shall be construed as creating or constituting a general obligation or other indebtedness or multiple fiscal year financial obligation of the City within the meaning of any constitutional, statutory or home rule charter provision, nor a mandatory charge or requirement against the City in any ensuing fiscal year beyond the then current fiscal year. The City shall have no obligation to make any payment with respect to the 2024 Certificates except in connection with the payment of the Base Rentals (as defined in the Lease) and certain other payments under the Lease, which payments may be terminated by the City in accordance with the provisions of the Lease. Neither the Lease nor the 2024 Certificates shall constitute a mandatory charge or requirement of the City in any ensuing fiscal year beyond the then current fiscal year or constitute or give rise to a general obligation or other indebtedness or multiple fiscal year financial obligation of the City within the meaning of any constitutional, statutory or Charter debt limitation and shall not constitute a multiple fiscal year direct or indirect debt or other financial obligation whatsoever. No provision of the Site Lease, the Lease or the 2024 Certificates shall be construed or interpreted as creating an unlawful delegation of governmental powers nor as a donation by or a lending of the credit of the City within the meaning of Sections 1 or 2 of Article XI of the Colorado Constitution. Neither the Lease nor the 2024 Certificates shall directly or indirectly obligate the City to make any payments beyond those budgeted and appropriated for the City’s then current fiscal year. ARTICLE 10 - REASONABLENESS OF

RENTALS: The Council hereby determines and declares that the Base Rentals due under the Lease, in the maximum amounts authorized pursuant to Article 5 hereof, constitute the fair rental value of the Leased Property and do not exceed a reasonable amount so as to place the City under an economic compulsion to renew the Lease or to exercise its option to purchase the Trustee’s leasehold interest in the Leased Property pursuant to the Lease. The Council hereby determines and declares that the period during which the City has an option to purchase the Trustee’s leasehold interest in the Leased Property (i.e., the entire maximum term of the Lease) does not exceed the useful life of the Leased Property. The Council hereby further determines that the amount of rental payments to be received by the City from the Trustee pursuant to the Site Lease is reasonable consideration for the leasing of the Leased Property to the Trustee for the term of the Site Lease as provided therein. ARTICLE 11 - NO RECOURSE AGAINST OFFICERS AND AGENTS: Pursuant to Section 11-57-209 of the Supplemental Act, if a member of the Council, or any officer or agent of the City acts in good faith, no civil recourse shall be available against such member, officer, or agent for payment of the principal, interest or prior redemption premiums on the 2024 Certificates. Such recourse shall not be available either directly or indirectly through the Council or the City, or otherwise, whether by virtue of any constitution, statute, rule of law, enforcement of penalty, or otherwise. By the acceptance of the 2024 Certificates and as a part of the consideration of their sale or purchase, any person purchasing or selling such certificate specifically waives any such recourse. ARTICLE 12 - REPEALER: All bylaws, orders, resolutions and ordinances of the City, or parts thereof, inconsistent with this ordinance or with any of the documents hereby approved are hereby repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency. This repealer shall not be construed as reviving any bylaw, order, resolution or ordinance of the City, or part thereof, heretofore repealed. All rules of the Council, if any, which might prevent the final passage and adoption of this ordinance as an emergency measure at this meeting of the Council be, and the same hereby are, suspended. ARTICLE 13 - SEVERABILITY: If any section, subsection, paragraph, clause or provision of this ordinance or the documents hereby authorized and approved (other than provisions as to the payment of Base Rentals by the City during the Lease Term, provisions for the quiet enjoyment of the Leased Property by the City during the Lease Term and provisions for the conveyance of the Leased Property to the City under the conditions provided in the Lease) shall for any reason be held to be invalid or unenforceable, the invalidity or unenforceability of such section, subsection, paragraph, clause or provision shall not affect any of the remaining provisions of this ordinance or such documents, the intent being that the same are severable. ARTICLE 14 - CHARTER CONTROLS: Pursuant to Article XX of the State Constitution and the Charter, all State statutes that might otherwise apply in connection with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby superseded to the extent of any inconsistencies or conflicts between the provisions of this ordinance and the Sale Certificate authorized hereby and such statutes. Any such inconsistency or conflict is intended by the Council and shall be deemed made pursuant to the authority of Article XX of the State Constitution and the Charter. ARTICLE 15 - RECORDING, AUTHENTICATION AND PUBLICATION: This Ordinance shall be published after first reading in the Douglas County News Press, a newspaper of general circulation in the City, with a notation that the Ordinance and any changes hereto shall be considered at a second meeting to be held on February 20, 2024, which date is not less than 14 days after first reading. If this Ordinance is revised upon second reading, such revisions will be published after second reading. ARTICLE 16 - EFFECTIVENESS. In accordance with Article V, Section 7, of the Charter, this Ordinance shall take effect upon the earlier of 30 days following publication after first reading if no changes are made at second reading, or 20 days after publication following second reading if changes are made upon second reading. ARTICLE 17 - ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. The Mayor, the City Clerk, the Finance Direc-

tor, and other employees or officials of the City that are authorized or directed to execute any agreement, document, certificate, instrument or other paper in accordance with this Ordinance (collectively, the “Authorized Documents”) are hereby authorized to execute Authorized Documents electronically via facsimile or email signature. Any electronic signature so affixed to any Authorized Document shall carry the full legal force and effect of any original, handwritten signature. This provision is made pursuant to Article 71.3 of Title 24, C.R.S., also known as the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act. INTRODUCED, READ AND ORDERED PUBLISHED ON FEBRUARY 6, 2024. Legal Notice No. 946793 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 3.88.1 A Bill for an Ordinance Rezoning Lots 1 and 2 of Parker Downs Filing No. 3 from Modified Commercial to C-Commercial District Pursuant to the Town of Parker Land Development Ordinance and Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map to Conform Therewith The Town of Parker Council adopted this Ordinance on February 5, 2024. The full text of the ordinance is available for public inspection and acquisition in the office of the Town Clerk, 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado. Chris Vanderpool, CMC, Town Clerk Legal Notice No. 946785 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Metropolitan Districts Public Notice NOTICE OF OPEN MEETING FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR EXCLUSION OF REAL PROPERTY FROM THE SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested persons that a Petition for Exclusion of real property has been filed with the Board of Directors of the South Metro Fire Rescue Fire Protection District. The Board of Directors has fixed Monday, the 4th day of March, 2024, at the hour of 6:00 p.m., at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado, as the date, time and place of an open meeting at which such Petition shall be heard. The name and address of the Petitioner is: Trig and Jacqueline Vanderhoef 24306 E. Canyon Drive Aurora, CO 80016 The property to be excluded from the District is generally described as follows: Lot 5, Block 1, Timber Ridge Subdivision Filing No. 1, City of Aurora, County of Arapahoe, State of Colorado All interested parties may appear at such hearing to show cause in writing why such Petition should not be granted. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT. SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT Legal Notice No. 946770 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on the 29th day of February, 2024, final settlement will be made by the Town of Parker, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Town of Parker and Communication Construction and Engineering Inc, for the completion of Jordan and Pine Lane Fiber Project – CIP23-036-CI and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Communication Construction and Engineering Inc., for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said 29th day of February, 2024, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Town of Parker Council, c/o Director of Engineering/Public Works, 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado, 80138. Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said Town of Parker from all and any liability for such claimant's claim. The Town of Parker Council, By: Tom Williams, Director of Engineering/Public Works. Legal Notice No. 946774 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Second Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Date: February 15, 2024 RE: South Metro Fire Rescue Fire Protection District Station 18 Kitchen Remodel Project (Design Build) 1. Introduction/Invitation. South Metro Fire Rescue Fire Protection District, a political subdivision of the State of Colorado, is seeking proposals for construction services in connection with its anticipated remodel of the kitchen of Station 18 located at 401 Timbervale Trail, Highlands Ranch, Colorado. 2. Interested parties are invited to submit a sealed proposal no later than February 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. MDT. Late submittals or submittals delivered to the wrong location will not be accepted. For consideration, proposers must (i) obtain Pricing Plan Drawings and a Request for Proposals form by contacting Kimberly Hoff khoff@kieding.com, and (ii) submit three (3) copies of your proposal to Kevin Milan at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado 80112. The proposals will be evaluated and the District expects to accept by written notice the proposal that, in its estimation, represents the best value to the District. The District reserves the right to act in its best interest and may terminate, modify or suspend the process, reject any or all submittals, modify the terms and conditions of this selection process and/or waive informalities of any submission. Legal Notice No. 946798 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press _____________________________________ Public Notice ADVERTISEMENT REHABILITATE TAXIWAYS C AND D AIP NO. 3-08-0029-060-2024 (BIL) and 061-2024 (AIP) CENTENNIAL AIRPORT ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO Sealed bids for AIP No. 3-08-0029-060-2024 (BIL) and 061-2024 (AIP), at Centennial Airport, Englewood, Colorado, will be received by the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, 7565 South Peoria Street, Englewood, Colorado 80112, until 10:00 a.m., local time, on March 27, 2024, and then opened, read aloud and canvassed. The work involved includes the following: Schedule I Rehabilitate Taxiways C and D (Federal) Schedule II

Construct Taxiway S3 (Federal) Schedule III Rehabilitate Taxiway D Electrical (Federal) Schedule IV Reconstruct Taxilane C2 (Federal) Schedule V Rehabilitate Taxiway C (Non-Federal) A complete set of Plans and Bidding Requirements and Contract Documents may be obtained on or after February 28, 2024 on Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System at https://www.bidnetdirect. com/colorado. The major work items include earthwork, variable depth milling, patching, crack repair, asphalt paving, concrete repair, saw and seal concrete joints, cement treated subgrade, crushed aggregate base course, underdrains, drainage, installation of headwall, pavement marking, thermoplastic markings, marking removal, electrical rehabilitation to edge lights and signage, placement and compaction of asphalt millings. All bidders are advised to examine the site to become familiar with all site conditions. The project will be discussed and shown to interested bidders at 10:00 a.m., local time on March 13, 2024, at the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, 7565 South Peoria Street, Englewood, Colorado 80112. Each bid must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Cashier’s Check in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, made payable to the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, or by Bid Bond in like amount executed by a Surety Company. All bidders are advised that the right is reserved by the Sponsor to waive any informality in, or to reject any or all bids. Any questions must be submitted to Kirstie Wilson and Molly McGuire, JACOBS, via email to Kristie. Wilson@jacobs.com & Molly.mcguire@jacobs.com. Questions are due by 10:00 a.m., March 20, 2024. Questions received after this time will not be accepted. Legal Notice No. 946782 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: March 7, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS PERRY PARK WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT 5676 West Red Rock Drive, Larkspur, CO 80118 Poncho Road Well Site Development General Notice Perry Park Water and Sanitation District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following Project c/o Level Engineering, LLC (Engineer): Poncho Road Well Site Development Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the Perry Park Water and Sanitation District Office located at 5676 West Red Rock Drive, Larkspur, CO 80118, until Thursday March 7th, 2024, at 10:00 am local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes the following Work: Construction of one (1) Denver Basin Arapahoe formation groundwater well. The new Well shall be approximately 1705 feet deep, completed with a 20” borehole and 12-inch-diameter casing and screens. Also includes related site, grading, and related work to provide access to well site from both Poncho Road and Tenderfoot Drive. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is available from Engineer: Level Engineering, LLC, 320 Cleveland Avenue, Loveland, CO 80537 (Attn: Jay Blackburn) Bidding Documents are available electronically for no cost to prospective bidders and will be available Thursday February 8th, 2024. To obtain an electronic copy of the Bidding documents, please email a request for the Bidding Documents to admin@levelengineering.com and Jblackburn@levelengineering.com. Files too large to email will be provided through a Dropbox link. You may also call (720) 792-9751 with questions.

A mandatory pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Tuesday February 27th, 2024 at 10:00 am local time at the Owner’s office located at 5676 West Red Rock Drive, Larkspur, CO 80118. Bids will not be accepted from Bidders that do not attend the mandatory pre-bid conference and are not on the Engineer’s planholders list. Bidders must be licensed to do business in the State of Colorado. Bid security in the amount of five (5) percent of the total Bid Price must accompany each Bid in the form specified in the Instructions to Bidders. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and material payment bond guaranteeing faithful performance and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the Contract. For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Perry Park Water and Sanitation District By: Diana Miller Title: District Manager Date: February 8th, 2024 Legal Notice No. 946742 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Date: January 24, 2024 Project Title: Crystal Valley Parkway and Plum Creek Blvd Roundabout Project Town of Castle Rock Contractor: Kraemer North America, LLC 900 West Castleton Road Suite 220 Castle Rock, Colorado 80109 Notice is hereby given that the Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractor on February, 26, 2024, provided no claims are received. Any person or firm having debts against the Contractor must file a proper written notice with the Public Works Director, Town of Castle Rock, 4175 North Castleton Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before February 26, 2024. TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK By: Andrew Focht, Project Manager Legal Notice No. 946743 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE COTTONWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT COTTONWOOD HIGHLANDS NON-POTABLE WATER LINE EXTENSION CONTRACTOR’S SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that on March 18, 2024, at 58 Inverness Drive East, Suite 100, Englewood, Colorado 80112, final settlement will be made by the COTTONWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT with American West Construction, LLC, hereinafter called the “Contractor” for and on account of the contract for the COTTONWOOD HIGHLANDS NON-POTABLE WATER LINE EXTENSION project. Any person, co-partnership, association or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said project, for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim. All such claims shall be filed with Mulhern MRE, 58 Inverness Drive East, Suite 100, Englewood, Colorado 80112. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such settlement will relieve the COTTONWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT from any and all liability for such claim. COTTONWOOD WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT

Legal Notice No. 946795 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Not consecutive publications. Public Notice SECTION 000111 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS LOUVIERS WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO WATER TREATMENT FACILITY Louviers Water and Sanitation District (Owner) is requesting Bids for the construction of the following project: WATER TREATMENT FACILITY Sealed Bids for the construction of the Project will be received at the offices of TST Infrastructure, LLC, located at 5655 S Yosemite St, Suite 101, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, until Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 3:00 PM local time. At that time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project includes the following Work: Demolish existing structures and utilities scheduled for removal. Furnish and construct a prefabricated metal building to use as a new water treatment facility. Furnish and construct required components of the new treatment facility including but not limited to: process piping, heating and ventilation systems, architectural elements, and utility services. Install a packaged ion exchange treatment system skid for radium removal that was pre-procured by Louviers Water and Sanitation District. Furnish and construct site improvements for grading, concrete access road and pathway, and site utility work. Furnish and construct process modifications at existing disinfection facilities. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a Base Bid With Alternates basis, as indicated in the Bid Form. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: TST Infrastructure, LLC 5655 S. Yosemite St., Suite 101 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Phone: (303) 799-5197 Bidding Documents will be available on Thursday, February 8, 2024 and may be obtained from the Issuing Office on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Prospective Bidders are required to be listed on the plan holders list to be eligible to bid. The Bidding Documents will be available for download at no cost in PDF format. Bidding Documents download information must be requested by email from Kelli Kavinsky, KKavinsky@TSTInfrastructure.com. Upon TST’s receipt of email requesting Bidding Documents, the Prospective Bidder will be added to the plan holders list and emailed instructions to download Bidding Documents. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. An optional pre-bid conference for the Project will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:00 AM local time at the Louviers Clubhouse located at 7895 Louviers Boulevard Louviers, CO 80131. The pre-bid conference will include a visit to the project site to discuss the project and coordination. All Prospective Bidders who do not attend the pre-bid conference will still be required to conduct a site visit as indicated in the Bid Form as a condition for submitting a Bid. Bid security in the amount of five (5) percent of the total Bid Price must accompany each Bid and shall be furnished in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders. Bidders must be licensed to do business in the State of Colorado. Bids received from Bidders who are not recorded by the Issuing Office as having received the Bidding Documents will not be opened. The anticipated Notice to Proceed and Substantial Completion Dates are outlined in the bid documents. The Owner reserves the right to award the contract by sections, or reject any or all Bids, and to

waive any informalities and irregularities therein. For all further requirements regarding bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. Contract Provisions Required by State and Federal Funding Sources • American Iron and Steel (AIS) P.L. 113-76 Section 436 • Build America Buy America (BABA) 2 CFR 184 • Davis-Bacon Act and supplemented by 29 CFR Part 5 • Copeland “Anti-Kickback” Act supplemented by 29 CFR Part 3 • Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 3701-3708) This Advertisement is issued by: Owner: Louviers Water and Sanitation District By: Matthew Collitt Title: Board President Date: February 8, 2024 Legal Notice No. 946762 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice 2024 RUNWAY10/28 SEAL COAT AND MARKING REMOVAL AND REMARK AIRFIELD CENTENNIAL AIRPORT ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO Sealed bids for 2024 Runway 10/28 Seal Coat and Marking Removal and Remark Airfield, at Centennial Airport, Englewood, Colorado, will be received by the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, 7565 South Peoria Street, Englewood, Colorado 80112, until 10:00 a.m., local time, on February 28, 2024, and then opened, read aloud and canvassed. The work involved includes marking removal, rapid cure seal coat, and remarking Runway 10/28 asphalt pavements and remark the airfield. Work on Runway 10/28 and Taxiway C connectors must be completed prior to May 25, 2024. A complete set of Plans and Bidding Requirements and Contract Documents may be obtained on or after February 7, 2024, via email to Molly. McGuire@jacobs.com. Each bid must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Cashier’s Check in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total bid, made payable to the Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority, or by Bid Bond in like amount executed by a Surety Company. All bidders are advised that the right is reserved by the Sponsor to waive any informality in, or to reject any or all bids. Any questions must be submitted to Molly McGuire, JACOBS, via email to molly.mcguire@jacobs.com. Questions are due by 10:00 a.m., February 21, 2024. Questions received after this time will not be accepted. Legal Notice No. 946783 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Town of Castle Rock, Colorado Date: January 26, 2024 Project Title: Butterfield Park Renovations Town of Castle Rock C/o Parks and Recreation Department 1375 W. Plum Creek Parkway Castle Rock, CO 80109 Contractors: American Civil Constructors 4901 Windermere Street Littleton, CO 80120 Notice is hereby given that the Town of Castle Rock intends to start processing the Final Payment to the above-named contractors on February 19, 2024 provided no claims are received. Any person or firm having debts against the Contractors must file a proper written notice with the Director of Parks and Recreation, Town of

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Castle Rock, Parks and Recreation Department, 1375 W. Plum Creek Parkway, Castle Rock, CO 80109, on or before the above date. TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK By: Jeff Brauer, CPRE Director of Parks and Recreation Legal Notice No. 946748 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Summons and Sheriff Sale Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO 4000 Justice Way, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109 720-437-6200 In re the Marriage of: MATTHEW FILIOS, Petitioner, and KARRIE FILIOS, Co-Petitioner Case No: 2008DR348: Division: 7 ORDER TO ISSUE ALIAS CITATION AND CITATION TO SHOW CAUSE This matter comes before this Court on the Co-Petitioner’s Verified Motion and Affidavit for Citation for Contempt of Court filed on September 6, 2023. The Court has reviewed the file and considered the Motion and any response filed. Dated: 12/21/23 District Court Magistrate CITATION TO SHOW CAUSE The Court has ordered you to appear before this Court at the place, date and time listed below to show cause, if any, for the failure and refusal to comply with the Orders of the Court entered on June 24, 2008 imposed. and to show cause why sanctions and/or imprisonment should not be You MATTHEW FILIOS are hereby ordered to appear at: Court Location: Douglas County District Court via WebEx (instruction attached) Division or Courtroom: Division 7 Date: February 9, 2024 Time: 8:45 am If you fail to appear in Court at the time, date and place specified, a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest without further notice and you may be further sanctioned according to the laws for your failure to appear. Date: 12/21/23

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Douglas - Division 7 Virtual Courtroom Douglas County District Court All court hearings will be on the record. Except for the official court record, recording of any portion of a remote proceeding is strictly prohibited absent a court order granting permission. Any violation of this provision may result in the imposition of sanctions, including contempt of court. To appear from your mobile device, click on the QR Code below--then click on "Join Meeting". To appear from a computer: Click on "Join Meeting" below to access my WebEx Virtual Courtroom Meeting number (access code): 2590 613 3837 Join from a video conferencing system or application Or Click on: https://judicial.webex.com/meet/D18-DOUG-Div7 Join by phone Tap to call in from a mobile device (attendees only) +1-720-650-7664 Access code: 2590 613 3837 then press #, # ( no attendee ID is needed) Legal Notice No. 946669 First Publication: January 18, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the Town of Castle Rock, Douglas County, Colorado, Case No. 23-08-0509P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp , or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627). Legal Notice No. 946759 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Telecommunications PUBLIC NOTICE Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless is proposing to install (2) microwave dish antennas on non-penetrating mounts at 15.5 ft (overall height 16 ft) on an existing equipment shelter rooftop along with associated equipment in the vicinity of 6495 N Daniels Park Rd (0.8 miles SW of N Daniels Park Rd & Castle Pines Pkwy), Sedalia, Douglas County, CO 80135. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30-days from the date of this publication to: Kimberly Riebkes, GSS, Inc, kriebkes@gssmidwest.com, 1054 Texan Trail, Ste 300, Grapevine, TX 76051; Ph. (682) 651-0034 (D24164-CO) Legal Notice No. 946772 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Water Court Public Notice WATER DIVISION 1, COLORADO JANUARY 2024 WATER RESUME PUBLICATION TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN WATER DIV. 1 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, you are notified that the following is a resume of all water right applications, and certain amendments filed in the Office of the Water Clerk during the month of JANUARY 2024 for each County affected. (This publication can be viewed in its entirety on the state court website at: www.courts.state.co.us) 2024CW3011 STEPHEN MALCOM STRACHAN TRUST, c/o Miami Corporation, 410 N Michigan Ave, Suite 590, Chicago, IL 60611. James J. Petrock, Eric K. Trout, Hayes Poznanovic Korver LLC, 700 17th Street, Suite 1800, Denver, CO 80202. APPLICATION FOR UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS FROM NONTRIBUTARY AND NOT NONTRIBUTARY SOURCES IN THE NONTRIBUTARY DENVER, ARAPAHOE AND LARAMIE-FOX HILLS AQUIFERS AND THE NOT NONTRIBUTARY UPPER AND LOWER DAWSON AQUIFERS IN DOUGLAS COUNTY. Subject Property: 7 contiguous parcels totaling approximately 353.036 acres generally located in the E1/2 of the E1/2 of Section 12, Township 8 South, Range 66 West

of the 6th P.M., the SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Section 5, the SE1/4 of the SE1/4 of Section 6, the N1/2 of Section 7, and the NW1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 8, all in Township 8 South, Range 65 West of the 6th P.M., Douglas County, State of Colorado, as shown on Exhibit A (“Subject Property”). Lien Holder Certification: Applicant is the sole owner of the Subject Property and there are no mortgage or lien holders, therefore no notice is required under C.R.S. § 37-92-302(2)(b). Well Permits: There are 4 existing wells on the Subject Property (“Existing Wells”). The Existing Wells will continue operating under their current permits. Additional well permits will be applied for prior to construction of additional wells. Well Permit No. 34647: Upper Dawson stock well. Well Permit No. 106925: Upper Dawson domestic well. Well Permit No. 148755: Upper Dawson domestic well. Well Permit No. 226560: Upper Dawson domestic well. Source of Water Rights: The Upper Dawson Aquifer is not-nontributary as defined in C.R.S. § 37-90-103(10.7), and the Lower Dawson, Denver, Arapahoe, and LaramieFox Hills aquifers are nontributary as defined in C.R.S. § 37-90-103(10.5). Estimated Amounts: Applicant estimates the following amounts may be available for withdrawal, based on a 100-year withdrawal period: Aquifer Upper Dawson (NNT)* Lower Dawson (NT) Denver (NT) Arapahoe (NT) Laramie-Fox Hills (NT)

Annual Amount (acre-feet) 113.6 57.1 111.9 160.8 101.8

*The total estimated volume in the not-nontributary Upper Dawson Aquifer is 120.6 acre-feet per year. The volume is reduced by 7 acre-feet per year for the Existing Wells. Applicant desires to leave no additional groundwater unadjudicated. Proposed Uses: Groundwater withdrawn from the not-nontributary and nontributary aquifers underlying the Subject Property will be used, reused, and successively used to extinction for all allowable beneficial uses, including, but not limited to, domestic, including in-house use, commercial, irrigation, stock watering, fire protection, recreational, fish and wildlife, and augmentation purposes, including storage. The water may be immediately used or stored for subsequent use, used for exchange purposes, for direct replacement of depletions, and for other augmentation purposes, including taking credit for all return flows resulting from the use of such water for augmentation of, or as an offset against, any out-of-priority depletions. The water may be leased, sold, or otherwise disposed of for all the above uses both on and off the Subject Property. Jurisdiction: The Court has jurisdiction over the subject matter of this application pursuant to C.R.S. §§ 37-90-137(6), 37-92-203(1), 37-92-302(2). Remarks: Applicant claims the right to withdraw more than the average annual amounts estimated in Paragraph 6 above pursuant to Rule 8A of the Statewide Rules, 2 C.C.R. 402-7. Applicant requests the right to revise the estimates upward or downward, based on better or revised data, without the necessity of amending this application or republishing the same. Applicant requests the Court approve the above underground water rights, find that Applicant has complied with C.R.S. § 37-90-137(4) and water is legally available for withdrawal, find there will be no material injury to the owners of or persons entitled to use water under any vested water right or decreed conditional water right, and grant such other and further relief as is appropriate. 4 Pages. THE WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED BY THESE APPLICATIONS MAY AFFECT IN PRIORITY ANY WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED OR HERETOFORE ADJUDICATED WITHIN THIS DIVISION AND OWNERS OF AFFECTED RIGHTS MUST APPEAR TO OBJECT WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY STATUTE OR BE FOREVER BARRED. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that any party who wishes to oppose an application, or an amended application, may file with the Water Clerk, P. O. Box 2038, Greeley, CO 80632, a verified Statement of Opposition, setting forth facts as to why the application should not be granted, or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. Such Statement of Opposition must be filed by the last day of MARCH 2024 (forms available on www.courts.state.co.us or in the Clerk’s office), and must be filed as an Original and include $192.00 filing fee. A copy of each Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the Applicant or Applicant’s Attorney and an affidavit or certificate of such service of mailing shall be filed with the Water Clerk. Legal Notice No. 946778

First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, WATER DIVISION NO. 2, COLORADO TO: ALL INTERESTED PARTIES Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, you are hereby notified that the following case is a portion of the resume of applications and amendments filed and/or ordered published during the month of January 2024, in Water Division No. 2. The Water Judge ordered this case be published in the Douglas County News Press in Douglas County, Colorado. This publication can be viewed in its entirety on the state court website at: www.courts. state.co.us prior to March 13, 2024 and www. coloradojudicial.gov effective March 13, 2024). The name(s) and address(es) of applicant(s), description of water rights or conditional water rights and description of ruling sought as reflected by said application, or amendment, are as follows. CASE NO. 2024CW3005; Previous Case: 2022CW3007 - CHRISTOPHER AND WENDY JEUB, 16315 Rickenbacker Ave, Monument, CO 80132 (Please address all pleadings and inquiries regarding this matter to Applicant’s attorneys: James J. Petrock, Eric K. Trout, Hayes Poznanovic Korver LLC, 700 17th Street, Suite 1800, Denver, CO 80202, (303) 825-1980) Application to Amend a Plan for Augmentation EL PASO COUNTY 2. Subject Property: 6.44 acres generally located in the NW1/4 of NE1/4, Section 27, Township 11 South, Range 67 West of the 6th P.M., also known as 16315 Rickenbacker Ave, Monument, El Paso County, State of Colorado, as shown on Exhibit A map attached to the application (“Subject Property”). (All exhibits mentioned herein are incorporated by reference and may be inspected at the office of the clerk of this Court.) 3. Property Certification: Applicants certify that they have provided notice to all mortgage and lien holders as required under C.R.S. § 37-92-302(2)(b). 4. Decree for Which Amendment is Sought: Case No. 2022CW3007, decreed on August 5, 2022 (“Original Decree”). 5. Summary of Plan for Augmentation in Original Decree (“Original Aug Pan”): Groundwater to be Augmented: 2.1 acrefeet per year for 100 years of not-nontributary Denver Aquifer groundwater. Water Rights to be Used for Augmentation: Return flows from the use of not-nontributary and nontributary groundwater and direct discharge of nontributary groundwater. Original Plan for Augmentation: The Denver Aquifer groundwater will be used to serve one or more wells. The well(s) will serve up to five (5) single-family residences, or their equivalent (0.3 acre-feet per year each, 1.5 acre-feet per year total), irrigation, including lawn, garden, trees of up to 6,000 square-feet (0.3 acre-feet per year), and commercial sanitary use (0.3 acre-feet per year). 6. Summary of Proposed Amended Plan for Augmentation: Groundwater to be Augmented: 3.3 acre-feet per year for 100 years of notnontributary Denver Aquifer groundwater. Water Rights to be Used for Augmentation: Return flows from the use of not-nontributary and nontributary groundwater and direct discharge of nontributary groundwater. Original Plan for Augmentation: The Denver Aquifer groundwater will be used to serve one or more wells. The well(s) will serve up to nine (9) single-family residences, or their equivalent (0.3 acre-feet per year each, 2.7 acre-feet per year total), irrigation, including lawn, garden, trees of up to 6,000 square-feet (0.3 acrefeet per year), and commercial sanitary use (0.3 acre-feet per year). The proposed amended plan for augmentation is intended to replace the Original Aug Plan in its entirety. Applicants request the Court approve the above underground amended augmentation plan, find that Applicants have complied with C.R.S. § 37-90-137(4) and water is legally available for withdrawal, find there will be no material injury to the owners of or persons entitled to use water under any vested water right or decreed conditional water right, and grant such other and further relief as is appropriate. THE WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED BY THE FOREGOING APPLICATION(S) MAY AFFECT IN PRIORITY ANY WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED OR HERETOFORE ADJUDICATED WITHIN THIS DIVISION AND OWNERS OF AFFECTED RIGHTS MUST APPEAR TO OBJECT AND PROTEST WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY STATUTE, OR BE FOREVER BARRED. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that any party who wishes to oppose an application, or ap-

plication as amended, may file with the Water Clerk a verified statement of opposition setting forth facts as to why the application should not be granted, or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions, such statement of opposition must be filed by the last day of March 2024, (forms available at Clerk’s office or at www. courts.state.co.us, prior to March 13, 2024 and www.coloradojudicial.gov, effective March 13, 2024), must be served on parties and certificate of service must be completed; filing fee $192.00). The foregoing are resumes and the entire application, amendments, exhibits, maps and any other attachments filed in each case may be examined in the office of the Clerk for Water Division No. 2, at the address shown below. Witness my hand and the seal of this Court this 6th day of February 2024. Michele M. Santistevan, Clerk District Court Water Div. 2 501 N. Elizabeth Street, Suite 116 Pueblo, CO 81003 (719) 404-8832 Legal Notice No. 946790 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice DISTRICT COURT, WATER DIVISION 1, COLORADO JANUARY 2024 WATER RESUME PUBLICATION TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN WATER DIV. 1 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, you are notified that the following is a resume of all water right applications, and certain amendments filed in the Office of the Water Clerk during the month of JANUARY 2024 for each County affected. (This publication can be viewed in its entirety on the state court website at: www.courts.state.co.us) 2024CW3007 ERIC AND ALETHEA DOANE, 10639 SEDGWICK WAY, PARKER, CO 80134. James J. Petrock, Eric K. Trout, Hayes Poznanovic Korver LLC, 700 17th Street, Suite 1800, Denver, CO 80202. APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT OF A PRIOR DECREE IN DOUGLAS COUNTY. Subject Property: 39.27 acres generally located in all of Section 17, Township 6 South, Range 64 West of the 6th P.M., Elbert County, Colorado as shown on Exhibit A (“Subject Property”). Lien Holder Certification: Applicants are the sole owners of the Subject Property and there are no mortgage or lien holders, therefore, no notice is required under C.R.S. § 37-92-302(2) (b). Prior Decrees: The groundwater underlying the Subject Property was part of the adjudication and augmentation plan approved in the decree in Case No. 2000CW11, District Court, Water Division 1 on June 21, 2000 (the “00CW11 Decree”). Subsequent to the 00CW11 Decree, a portion of the Upper Dawson Aquifer groundwater was removed from the 00CW11 augmentation plan in Case No. 2003CW52, District Court, Water Division 1 (the “03CW52 Decree”). Groundwater Ownership: Applicants own the following amounts of groundwater as quantified in the 00CW11 Decree, as amended in the 03CW52 Decree. The groundwater was conveyed to the Applicants via the special warranty deed dated June 7, 2017, and recorded June 8, 2017, at Reception No. 2017038587 in the records of the Douglas County Clerk & Recorder. Aquifer Upper Dawson (NNT) Lower Dawson (NT) Denver (NT) Arapahoe (NT) Laramie-Fox Hills (NT)

Annual Amount (acre-feet) 7.52 6.07 21.50 18.35 13.50

Jurisdiction: The Court has jurisdiction over the subject matter of this application pursuant to C.R.S. §§ 37-90-137(6), 37-92-203(1), 3792-302(2). Requested Change to the 00CW11 and 03CW52 Decrees: Applicants request that 4 acre-feet annually of not-nontributary Upper Dawson Aquifer groundwater be removed from the 00CW11 and 03CW52 Decrees and be made available for the drilling of an exempt well, or wells, or any legally allowed exempt purpose on the Subject Property. The volume will be allocated at 0.102 acre-feet per acre across the Subject Property. No other provisions of the 00CW11 and 03CW52 Decrees will be changed. Applicants request the Court approve the above requested decree amendment, find that Applicants have

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complied with C.R.S. § 37-90-137(4) and water is legally available for withdrawal, find there will be no material injury to the owners of or persons entitled to use water under any vested water right or decreed conditional water right, and grant such other and further relief as is appropriate. 3 pages. THE WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED BY THESE APPLICATIONS MAY AFFECT IN PRIORITY ANY WATER RIGHTS CLAIMED OR HERETOFORE ADJUDICATED WITHIN THIS DIVISION AND OWNERS OF AFFECTED RIGHTS MUST APPEAR TO OBJECT WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY STATUTE OR BE FOREVER BARRED. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that any party who wishes to oppose an application, or an amended application, may file with the Water Clerk, P. O. Box 2038, Greeley, CO 80632, a verified Statement of Opposition, setting forth facts as to why the application should not be granted, or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. Such Statement of Opposition must be filed by the last day of MARCH 2024 (forms available on www.courts.state.co.us or in the Clerk’s office), and must be filed as an Original and include $192.00 filing fee. A copy of each Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the Applicant or Applicant’s Attorney and an affidavit or certificate of such service of mailing shall be filed with the Water Clerk. Legal Notice No. 946777 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles Public Notice 1) 2005 ACURA TSX BLACK - JH4CL95805C032135 2) 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA WHITE – 2FAFP71W23X169966 3) 2012 FORD EDGE BLACK - 2FMDK3G90DBA87318 4) 2006 FORD TAURUS GREEN - 1FAFP56U76A235663 Parker Towing Inc 18800 E. Clarke Road, Parker, CO 80134 303-841-9161 Legal Notice No. 946791 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press _____________________________________ Public Notice 1) 1943 DODGE 1 1/2 TON FIRE TRUCK VIN 928434 2) 1949 DIAMOND T 306 VIN 3065719 3) 1973 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL VIN 3Y82A862367 4) 2001 DODGE RAM 1500 PICKUP VIN 1B7HC16X61S209883 5) 1986 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO VIN 1G1GZ37H7GR169853 6) 2008 BMW X5 VIN 5UXFE83598L163014 7) 2012 DODGE RAM 2500 VIN 3C6UD5DL3CG324834 8) 2002 FORD EXPLORER VIN 1FMDU74W92ZB89853 9) 2012 HONDA ACCORD VIN 1HGCP2F87CA038732 10) 2012 JEEP COMPASS VIN 1C4NJDEB6CD686062 REDLINERS INC 2531 W 62ND CT UNIT G DENVER, CO 80221 720-930-8139 Legal Notice No. 946797 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Notice to Creditors Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Dianne Elaine Kress, aka Dianne E. Kress, aka Dianne Kress, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30014

All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ Hayley M. Lambourn Hayley M. Lambourn, #43766 5251 DTC Parkway, Suite 825 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Notice No. 946731 First Publication: February 1, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jo Ann Hebbel, a/k/a Jo A. Hebbel, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR030020 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 15, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Valerie Lynn Bruckman Personal Representative 25185 E. Park Crescent Dr. Aurora, CO 80016 Legal Notice No.946747 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of George Gordon Lowe, aka George G. Lowe, aka George Lowe, aka Sandy Lowe, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30036 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 20, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Mulvihill & Fruhwirth, P. C. Cheryl Mulvihill 19751 East Mainstreet #330 Parker, CO 80138 Phone Number: 303-841-2752 Attorney for personal representative James McCann Legal Notice No. 946773 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Randall S. Holm, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County on or before Monday, June 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Jordan S. Holm, Personal Representative 9922 Melbourne Circle Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 Legal Notice No. 946758 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Steven M. Richman, Deceased Case Number: 24PR11 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before Monday, June, 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Cherie P. Richman Mock Personal Representative 7556 Nuthatch Circle Parker, Colorado 80134 Legal Notice No. 946751

First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Antoinette K. Schieck, also known as Antoinette Schieck, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR030008 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Christine M. Holmwood Personal Representative 9600 Shenstone Drive Parker CO 80134 Legal Notice No. 946754 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert Michael Coleman, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30060 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 17, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Douglas W. Brown, Esq. Brown Dunning Walker Fein Drusch PC 7995 E. Prentice Ave, Ste 101E Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Notice No. 946796 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary Ellen Finn, Deceased Case Number: 23PR30552 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Stephen C. Cook Attorney to the Personal Representative 8441 W. Bowles Ave., Suite 210 Littleton, CO 80123 Legal Notice No.946734 First Publication: February 1, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JOAN MERING POWER, aka JOAN M. POWER, aka JOAN POWER, fka JOAN HARTLEY MERING, fka JOAN H. MERING, fka JOAN MERING, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30010 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas, County, Colorado on or before Monday, June 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Deborah A. Ytterberg, Atty. Reg. #: 50895 Attorney to the Personal Representative CRAIG D. JOHNSON & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 8 Garden Center, Unit 2 Broomfield, CO 80020 Phone Number: 303-466-2335 FAX Number: 303-466-6342 E-mail: dytterberg@cdjlaw.com Legal Notice No. 946746 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Pamela Jean Watkins, a/k/a Pamela J. Watkins, a/k/a Pamela Watkins, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30015 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 8, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Jamie Lee Carmona Personal Representative 6389 S. Old Hammer Way Aurora, CO 80016 Legal Notice No. 946764 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of DANIEL B. HAZLETT, a/k/a Daniel Bainbridge Hazlett, a/k/a Daniel Hazlett and Dan Hazlett, Deceased Case Number: 2023PR30511 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of DOUGLAS County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. David Hazlett, Personal Representative c/o Charles A. Miller Miller & Urtz, LLC 4500 E. Cherry Creek S. Dr. Suite 1080 Denver, CO 80246 Legal Notice No. 946726 First Publication: February 1, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF RICHARD J. SUEDKAMP, a/k/a RICHARD JOHN SUEDKAMP, a/k/a RICHARD SUEDKAMP, a/k/a DICK J. SUEDKAMP, a/k/a DICK JOHN SUEDKAMP, and a/k/a DICK SUEDKAMP, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 30002 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative, or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before Monday, June 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Personal Representative: Shirley M. Suedkamp c/o Gregory T. Densen Sherman & Howard L.L.C. 675 Fifteenth Street, Ste. 2300 Denver, Colorado 80202 Legal Notice No. 946767 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of STEVEN E. WAY, also known as STEVEN EDWIN WAY, and STEVEN WAY, Deceased Case Number: 2023PR30566 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Douglas County County, Colorado on or before Monday, June 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Shane C. Way, Personal Representative 5025 S. Delaware Street Englewood, CO 80110 Legal Notice No. 946757 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of DOROTHY HENDERSON, also known as DOROTHY YVONNE HENDERSON and as DOROTHY Y. HENDERSON, Deceased Case Number 2024PR030043 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 15, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Harmon Lee Henderson, Personal Representative c/o M. Lisa Clore, Esq. Lisa Clore, LLC 5500 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Suite 130 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Notice No. 946780 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Monique A. Biesemeyer, a/k/a Monique Biesemeyer, Deceased Case Number: 2023PR30556 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Douglas County, Colorado, located at 4000 Justice Way, Suite 2009, Castle Rock, Colorado 80109, on or before June 10, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Kurt Arthur Biesemeyer, Personal Representative c/o Kathryn T. James, Esq. Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C. 18 South Wilcox Street, Suite 200 Castle Rock, Colorado 80104 Legal Notice No.946745 First Publication: February 8, 2024 Last Publication: February 22, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sean Daniel Diasio, Deceased Case Number: 23PR30544 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before June 1, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Attorney for Emilee Rose Longstaff as Personal Representative for the Estate of Sean Daniel Diasio John W. Hornbaker IV, #55123 Bufkin & Schneider Law, LLC 2 N. Nevada Ave., Suite 1140 Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719) 247-3028 Legal Notice No. 946717 First Publication: February 1, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of David N. Petersen, a/k/a David Petersen, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR030050 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Douglas County, Colorado on or before Monday. June 17, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Richard Vincent #13843 Attorney to the Personal Representative 1120 W. South Boulder Rd., Suite 101-ALafayette, CO 80026 Legal Notice No. 946781 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of MARCIA RAPER,

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sometimes they don’t even want to get back. It is a mental thing to get past because it’s not a failure of their own but sometimes they can look at it like that. CCM: What percentage of your clients are bouncing back from injuries? Ingram: It really varies because it depends on what’s happening. But I would say about 25%. The athletes’ goals can vary. If they’re really at a high level and are trying to get a scholarship, they’re working more on the peak performance side of things… Then you have others that are overcoming injuries. And then you have some kids that just want to enjoy their time playing in high school, but they start to get themselves either so burnt out or so wound up between the men-

tal side of the game that they begin not to enjoy it. So it’s that balance of how to teach those things so you can manage the anxiety and the stress and all the pressure. CCM: What makes advising this age group unique? Ingram: One thing that we see a lot is just kids’ prefrontal cortex in their brain is not fully developed until they’re 25. Because of that, they have a little bit bigger extremes, but they also have a lot of neuroplasticity happening, so it’s a great time for them to learn, and they can learn a lot faster than we learn as adults. So it’s sort of a crucial time to try and help teach them some good skills. CCM: What goes into managing an internal dialogue during a game, performance or otherwise? Ingram: For one, the internal dialogue… a lot of it is negative selftalk. I try and work with them on different little techniques and skills to get past that. And a lot of times,

if you can focus them somewhere else, you’re able to do that, even if it’s something as simple as making sure they have a routine or understand their nervous system enough to know, “When I feel this, I need to do this and not get caught up in the emotion.” The other piece that happens in pressure moments is teaching them to mentally slow down the moment. Sometimes it can be as simple as a visualization method, but it really depends on the kid. The other internal dialogue piece I see is body positivity and sometimes not feeling comfortable with their own body. So, sometimes the internal dialogue can be around a topic like that. CCM: Are there notable differences between coaching athletes and performers, or is it mostly the same? Ingram: Honestly, it’s pretty similar. I would say the speed of the game is something more on the athletic side, where if you’re in

dance or music or something like that you might not be experiencing that so much. But things like focus, concentration, all of those you do. I would say it’s about two-thirds similar and one-third different. CCM: Finally, how rewarding is it to see your services working and see an athlete or performer overcome their obstacles? Ingram: It’s amazing. One of the victories is just having an athlete or performer being able to control their own emotions enough to think is a really big thing. For example, when you have someone that typically freezes during games… they’re amazing during practice but then in a game, they constantly are freezing… it’s gradual steps so you don’t change 100% overnight. But at the moments that you see the difference, you just want to jump up and down and scream. And so do their parents. It is really rewarding from that perspective. And also just to be another ear for these kids.

Public Notices also known as MARCIA L. RAPER, Deceased Case Number 2024 PR 30044 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Douglas, County, Colorado on or before June 22, 2024, or the claims may be forever barred. Joelle D. DuPriest, Personal Representative 6564 S. Swadley Court Littleton, CO 80127 Legal Notice No. 946792 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Larry Gene Holdren, a/k/a Larry G. Holdren, and Larry Holdren, Deceased Case Number: 2023PR30553 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to: The District Court, Douglas County, Colorado 4000 Justice Way Castle Rock, CO 80109

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The Petition requests that the name of BROOKLYN JANE LITLE be changed to BROOKLYN JANE LUETJEN Case No.: 2024C030032 By the Court: By: Judge Brian Fields Legal Notice No. 946771 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 24VECP00044 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles Petition of Reese Madelyn Rose Dempsey, a minor by and through her parents Edward Thomas Dempsey III & Kristyn Elizabeth Dempsey for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Reese Madelyn Rose Dempsey, a minor by and through her parents Edward Thomas Dempsey III & Kristyn Elizabeth

Dempsey filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Reese Madelyn Rose Dempsey to Madelyn Reese Rose Dempsey. The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 3/27/2024 Time: 8:30 A.M., Dept.:107 Room: 507 The address of the court is 14400 Erwin St. Mall Van Nuys CA 91401 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-my-court.htm.) A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county in which petitioner resides or, if no county, in the local subdivision or territory where petitioner resides. Date: 02/02/2024 Eric Harmon Judge of the Superior Court Legal Notice No. 946789 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: March 7, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public Notice is given on December 11, 2023, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Douglas County Court. The Petition requests that the name of William Lee Anderson be changed to William Lee Henderson Case No.: 23 C 768

Legal Notice No. 946775 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on January 22, 2024, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Douglas County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Antonio Diego Fuentes be changed to Antonio Diego Johnson Case No.: 23 C 656 By: Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 946784 First Publication: February 15, 2024 Last Publication: February 29, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on November 3, 2023, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Douglas County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Linda Renee Johnson be changed to Linda Renee Waines Case No.: 23C729 By: Judge Brian Fields Legal Notice No. 946721 First Publication: February 1, 2024 Last Publication: February 15, 2024 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

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