Douglas County News-Press July 3, 2025 by Colorado Community Media

Lamb Spring site is portal to last Ice Age

BY LILLIAN FUGLEI

TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA

Charles Lamb wanted to expand a natural spring on his land to create a stock pond for his animals. In 1960, when he started digging in northwestern Douglas County, his e orts were stalled by a discovery 13,000 years in the making: mammoth bones.

Lamb knew the discovery was out of his league, so he quickly contacted the United States Geological Survey, who con rmed his discovery. Lamb had found the tusk of a Columbian mammoth.

Shortly after, archaeologists from the Smithsonian traveled to Lamb Spring to excavate the site, nding the remains of at least ve mammoths that came to the spring

at the end of the last Ice Age.

Now, after excavations in the 1960s, 1980s and 2000s, Lamb Spring has quieted down. e site is empty most days, except for their monthly tours, or when Cameron Randolph — co-chairperson of the Lamb Spring Archaeological Preserve Board of Directors — goes out to mow in preparation of visitors.

Each month, typically on the rst Saturday of the month, LSAP o ers tours. At 9 a.m., Randolph and some volunteers lead visitors on a quarter-mile walk through the area, past a big depression in the land where the spring once was, to the site where the archeological excavations occurred.

At Lamb Spring, now in the Sterling Ranch area, excavations have occurred on a somewhat timely schedule. About each 20 years

the land is dug up, unearthing new discoveries each time.

In the 1960s, along with the mammoth bones, archeologists found worked int chips — a sign of human activity in the late Ice Age. During this excavation, they also discovered that the site had two layers. One from the Ice Age, roughly 15,000 years ago, which is referred to as Unit 1, and one from roughly 10,000 years ago, lled with evidence of human hunting, which is referred to as Unit 2.

In the 1980s, excavation focused mainly on the older, Unit 1 layer. A full, juvenile mammoth skull was excavated, then reburied. In the newer, Unit 2 layer, more evidence of human hunting and bison bones were uncovered.

Home rule plan’s landslide loss leaves questions

Residents aren’t ﬁnished talking about how they want to be governed

Douglas County voters sent a decisive message with the June 24 home rule ballot: not so fast. But also — maybe not never? ough home rule — the ability for the county to write its own governing charter — wasn’t universally opposed, many residents objected to how the proposal was introduced. Roughly 71% of voters rejected the measure in the special election, but conversations about home rule and the structure of Douglas County’s government are likely to keep unfolding. e election marked a moment of broad consensus in a county with a shifting political landscape. With una liated voters now making up about half of Douglas County’s electorate — which historically has been a Republican stronghold — the result o ered more than a simple party-line rebuke. Nearly 95,000 ballots were counted on Election Night, with the vast majority — over 98% — cast by mail. Una liated voters made up the largest share of participants at 45.5%, followed by Republicans at 31.5% and Democrats at 23%. Turnout was highest among older voters, particularly those between the ages of 50 and 75, and was concentrated in larger suburbs like Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock and Parker.

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A child throws an atlatl, which is an early throwing spear used for hunting, at Lamb Spring. The tours o er a hands-on taste of prehistoric life. COURTESY OF CAMERON RANDOLPH

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Hip preservation center comes to Lone Tree

Facility focuses on saving joint instead of replacement

surgery

BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

In the United States, corrective surgery for hip dysplasia typically involves two separate surgeries. But four Denver-based doctors have established a new surgical center that focuses on repair and preservation rather than replacement.

Based at HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge in Lone Tree, the International Center for Hip Preservation is the rst-of-its-kind in the country to bring together internationally-recognized orthopedic hip preservation specialists to promote and advance the art and science of hip preservation.

“We’re doing our best to preserve the lifespan of (a patient’s) hips for as long as possible,” said founding member, Dr. Michael Ellman. “We are trying to perform procedures that are preventable, in addition to therapeutic.”

What is hip dysplasia?

Hip dysplasia is when the top part of the femur does not t properly into the hip socket.

According to the International Hip Dysplasia Institute, hip instability and dislocation are more likely to occur in infancy, and a shallow socket is more likely to be discovered during adolescence or adulthood.

While it’s estimated that about one- in-10 infants are born with hip instability and one-in-100 are treated for hip dysplasia, adult hip dysplasia is nine times more common than infantile hip dysplasia.

Hip dysplasia is also a leading cause of pain and instability in active women ages 13 to 40. It’s also a leading cause of early osteoarthritis in women under the age of 50.

Since this demographic is at high-risk, Ellman said that early intervention is key to long-term mobility and a better quality of life.

e center also treats hip labral tears and impingements.

e center in Lone Tree has performed approximately 1,000 surgeries since it opened in 2023, and having seen many gymnasts, dancers, runners and triathletes, Ellman hopes the center and the knowledge of hip preservation will become a new frontier in sports medicine.

“What we’re really doing is helping our patients continue to have a great quality of life and continue on being active and getting back to doing the things that they like to do,” said Wes Ayres, chief operating o cer at HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge.

Gaining an international perspec-

With three pillars of focus: critical excellence, education and research, the goal of the center is to revolutionize surgical treatment, advance research to create best preservation practices and establish training programs.

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Hip labral tears occur when the cartilage tissue that lines the hip tears and hip impingement — also known as FAI — is a condition in which irregularlyshaped bones in the hip joint rub against one another. Ellman said individuals are most likely born with the condition, rather than developing it over time, and can create labral tears if not treated.

Treating hip pain

Rather than conducting a hip replacement, surgeons at the center work with patients to try to prevent them from getting to that point of needing a replacement.

Hip preservation surgery relieves hip pain by reshaping the

natural joint or repairing damaged tissue. Ellman said that most people who receive a hip preservation operation undergo hip arthroscopy (PAO), which can involve reshaping the hip socket.

“ is isn’t like the standard 60-to-70-year-old getting a hip replacement,” said Ellman. “ ese are anywhere from 12-to45-year-old patients.”

Riley Gray, a 16-year-old athlete from the Centennial area, had the procedure.

She was an avid club volleyball player when the pain in her knees and back hindered her ability to move freely — and discovered she had hip dysplasia.

She underwent surgery at the beginning of the year and is now a volunteer at Sky Ridge. Not

only does she help restock supplies, she has had the opportunity to speak with patients who get the procedure.

“It’s inspiring to see their faces light up when I tell them that I had it, too, and it’s all going to be OK,” Gray said.

With more than a decade of experience, Ellman focuses on hip preservation and complex hip arthroscopy in young, active patients. He said that throughout his research, he has noticed that the metro area treats a high volume of hip preservation patients across from Colorado.

“(It’s) higher than most places in the country just because we’re attracting so many young, active people here who want to hike, (and) want to ski and snowboard,”’ Ellman said.

It is using the latest technology — like an advanced CT scan that creates a 3D model of the patient’s hip — as well as collecting and tracking patient data to improve patient care and clinical outcomes.

In addition to working with specialists through HCA Healthcare, which is a 180-hospital system, the center is expanding beyond U.S. borders.

e center has about 40-to-50 surgeons from around the world, including the United Kingdom, South America, Switzerland and Canada, who join together via zoom to present di cult cases and work to nd treatment options.

“It’s been really bene cial to get an international perspective on a lot of hip patients,” said Ellman. “We’re really inviting anyone who can push the eld of hip preservation forward to join us.”

Founding members of the International Center for Hip Preservation, HCA HealthONE Sky Ridge sta and the mayor of Lone Tree celebrate the opening of the International Center for Hip Preservation surgical center. PHOTOS BY HALEY LENA

Dr. Michael Ellman, who has focused on hip preservation and complex hip arthroscopy in young, active patients, speaks at the ribbon cutting of the International Center for Hip Preservation surgical center.

Part III: How Can You Pay for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)?

This is the third installment of a monthly series about one of the hottest topics in real estate: Accessory Dwelling Units. ADUs have gotten a lot of attention recently as a housing option. You can read the previous installments online at my blog, http://realestatetoday.substack.com

My thanks to John Phillips of Verdant Living for helping with the research on this series of articles.

home improvement loan. It will probably be one of the largest loans the borrower has, exceeded only by the mortgage on their primary residence.

Talk About ADUs

ADUs — detached accessory (or additional) dwelling units, also called mini homes — are a wonderful idea for the right homeowner. They use an existing piece of residential real estate and create a separate living space. They are often used for intergenerational housing (aging parents, 20-somethings just starting out, etc.) and have long term value as rental property and add to the value of your real estate.

whatever) or with help from parents/ children/friends.

In my Real Estate Today column on February 20, 2025, which you can read on my blog referenced above, I discussed the basics of ADU finance. Today, I want to talk a bit more about the dynamics involved.

Financial issues are an impediment to getting an ADU built because of two general issues.

Have a friend or relative co-sign for the loan (a solution that could involve sharing ownership of the real estate).

Consider ways to show the lender the value of the ADU. A rental agreement with the tenant who will occupy the ADU, explain the ongoing rental value, or show how the ADU will increase the value of the real estate (thus increase the value of the mortgage security). Note, this sort of thing is just now being taken into account by the mortgage industry.

ADU and leave the primary mortgage in place; the result would be a “blended” interest rate that may be more palatable. In addition, there is an emotional issue, which may be present in buyers of moderate means. Taking on substantially more long-term debt can be intimidating. The “need” has to overcome the understandable reluctance.

So, you want to put an ADU on your property. How do you pay for it?

A couple of basics. First, an ADU is part of an existing piece of real estate (a primary residence). As a result, assuming money is borrowed to pay for it, the loan will be within the mortgage finance industry. Until recently, very few in that industry were knowledgeable about ADUs, much less about how they could be financed. Banks, other lending institutions, mortgage brokers, government finance authorities, didn’t understand how they fit in, but that is changing. Second, the amount of the loan will be relatively significant, far more than purchasing a nice automobile, or a

Credit Qualification. As anyone who has purchased a home knows, the mortgage industry has an extensive process to determine the credit worthiness of a borrower for a particular transaction (income, debt-toincome ratio, credit score, etc.). This is one of the reasons the majority of ADUs are built by relatively well off homeowners. For those of moderate means, financing the construction can be a challenge. This is unfortunate, because those are the homeowners who might benefit most having an ADU for intergenerational housing and, in the long term, creating rental income and building wealth by enhancing the value of their most valuable asset, their home. If a homeowner has a real need, and is determined to build the ADU, here are some practical suggestions that might improve credit worthiness:

Lower the amount of the loan and thus the monthly payment by increasing the down payment, using available cash (savings or

Successful Program Teaches Trades for the Autistic

I recently learned about a fascinating program called TACT — Teaching the Autistic Community Trades. I was so inspired visiting their Denver facility that I must share it with you!

TACT is a pioneering and innovative nonprofit organization that provides hands-on vocational and technical training to young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). TACT aims to combat the historically high 90% under- and unemployment rate within this community by equipping individuals with practical skills that lead to sustainable careers. Through its immersive training programs, TACT is preparing young people with ASD — who now represent 1 in 36 children — for high-demand careers in the skilled trades. TACT offers a wide range of programs, including auto mechanics, computer coding, cybersecurity, carpentry, electrical work, electric vehicle conversions, 3D modeling, welding, and culinary arts.

As a “specialized day school,” TACT also bridges the gap between secondary and postsecondary education, creating clear pathways to employment. Its programs empower students to become more independent and earn a living wage in high-skill, high-wage occupations. TACT remains the first and only trade program in the country designed specifically for individuals with ASD, and it has positively impacted thousands of individuals and families throughout Colorado.

TACT envisions a world where neurodiversity is not only accepted but celebrated, allowing individuals on the autism spectrum to fully contribute their talents and find personal fulfillment. With a mission to empower the entire spectrum of individuals with ASD through education and employment in the skilled trades, TACT continues to build on a strong foundation, fostering opportunities for success. I’ve posted an inspiring video at http://RealEstateToday.substack.com

In Colorado, legislation supporting ADU development (which takes affect this July) includes a provision (and some funding), tasking the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CFHA) with organizing a program that would help ADU purchasers of moderate means qualify for financing. That program should be announced soon.

Lower the cost of the ADU by choosing lower cost options, ranging from less expensive building materials to things like more affordable appliances.

Borrower reluctance. It should come as no surprise that interest rates play a major role. Homeowners can use the equity in their main residence (by refinancing their current mortgage) to build the ADU. However, if the primary mortgage carries a low interest rate, as most do these days, the borrower will not want to refinance at current rates.

A good alternative is to apply for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) to pay for the

Finally, there is the possibility of a third party (someone not living on the property) investing in the ADU, thus facilitating the financial piece. Under recent legislation the legal mechanisms to make it work would need to be developed. It is an interesting possibility and could overcome the financing obstacles, particularly for those of moderate means.

Although the dynamics are very different, a similar idea has been tried in South Africa to help ease the need for housing there. I have a link to a Bloomberg article about that project on my blog.

To help with these issues, Verdant Living has published a very useful buyers guide, BuyersGuideColoradoADUs.com, with advice on financing. Another good resource is the VerdantLiving.us, or contact John Phillips at 303-717-1962

I want to thank the following people in addition to John Phillips for their input: Jaxzann Riggs, The Mortgage Network; Kristen Stultz, Macro Financial; Charles Edington, LOANstar; Cindy Beier, Cindy’s Property Solutions.

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LAMB SPRING

In the 2000s, the mammoth skull that had been reburied was once again uncovered. e skull was taken to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, where it was exhibited, stabilized and cast. e cast of the skull was brought back to Lamb Spring, while the skull itself is in storage with DMNS.

Bones from Lamb Spring are fragile — while they may seem old, compared to some archeological discoveries, they’re young.

“If you dig up a dinosaur bone, it’s going to be fossilized,” said Randolph, “ ese are not fossilized entirely. ey’re kind of in a state of fossilization. But they’re closer to bone.”

e mammoth remains’ fragility is where the cast comes in. Much sturdier, the cast is able to live at the spring year-round, o ering visitors a glimpse into what lies beneath their feet.

e layers at Lamb Spring have etched two histories into the site. One of the late Ice Age, with mammoths — and possibly humans — walking the land. Another 5,000 years later of humans surviving by hunting bison.

During LSAP’s tours, docents try to bring visi-

tors back to those times, imagining what life would have been like in Colorado for the humans and animals found in the spring. Visitors even get hands-on experience by throwing an atlatl, an early throwing spear that would have been used for hunting.

Looking out from Lamb Spring, in the distance, Randolph can see Lockheed Martin. He says that on tour days, the building reminds him why the site still matters.

“Lockheed Martin is trying to de ne what the future looks like, and we’re actively trying to describe what the past looks like,” Randolph says. “I think it’s kind of important to talk about where we’ve been, while they’re talking about where we’re going.”

Randolph thinks that learning from the past can also help people prepare for the future.

“We try to stress the idea that you can learn from the past,” he says, “that there’s things we can be doing, and there’s things that we should be doing to protect nature. It shows how valuable some of those natural resources that we have are.”

More information on tours can be found at https://www.lambspring.org/free-tours/. Upcoming tour dates are July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, Oct. 11. Tours start at 9 a.m. and typically conclude by noon.

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The cast of a juvenile mammoth skull is displayed at Lamb Spring, created from a skull that was found at the site in the 1980s. PHOTOS COURTESY OF CAMERON RANDOLPH

Tour groups are given an in-depth look at the history of Lamb Spring, a history that dates back 15,000 years.

South Metro Fire gives tips on ﬁreworks disposal

BY HALEY LENA HLENA@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Lighting reworks can be an exciting part of celebrating the Fourth of July, however, it comes with some serious hazards.

“It’s a fun time,” said Brain Willie, lead communications specialist with South Metro Fire Rescue. “But we also know that it’s very dangerous … with the hot weather we’ve had and everything is so dry.”

3 WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Willie said that the re district sees a large increase in calls in the days leading up to the holiday and on July 4.

Last year, South Metro Fire Rescue reported that the department responded to 45 res between 6 p.m. and midnight on July 4. e post on social media stated that most of the res involved grass or mulch, and most were caused by reworks.

Additionally, during that time, two people were injured in separate rework accidents, the re district reported.

Some reworks — such as sparklers, fountains and ground spinners — are permitted in Douglas County. ese can be purchased at local rework stands, which re marshals from the re district check to ensure that what is being sold is within regulation.

However, illegal reworks — which are reworks that leave the ground or explode — do get set o across Douglas County, according to the re district.

Proper disposal

South Metro Fire Rescue is o ering some tips to properly dispose of reworks in order to avoid res or accidents. e rst step is to let the rework sit for some time after it has gone out. Once it is cooled, it should be placed in a metal or steel bucket of water for at least 12 to 24 hours. is is to ensure that all the materials are fully saturated and there is no longer any exposure to ames, Willie said.

From there, put the soaked reworks in a trash container that is non-combustible. ese include metal or steel cans, which can be bought at home improvement stores.

“In Highlands Ranch, all our trash containers, pretty much, are all plastic,” said Willie. “So those are all very combustible and catch re.”

Willie said that many homeowners place their trash containers on the side of their house, either directly against their house or against a wood fence, which could lead to the house and/or fence catching re.

“We’ve had a couple incidents of that,” said Willie. “ at’s why we really want to just stress to put those reworks in water for an extended period of time.”

Parents and guardians should supervise children who have reworks, as the re district has seen a lot of children and teenagers light reworks in open space areas, causing vegetation and brush res.

HOME RULE

Voter trends were made more clear in district-level races for the commission that would have written the county’s home rule charter, had the measure passed. Candidates positioned against home rule consistently outpolled procharter voices. Voters didn’t just reject home rule — they chose leaders aligned with that sentiment, across both at-large and respective district candidates.

If the home rule measure had passed, none of the sitting commissioners — George Teal, Abe Laydon or Kevin Van Winkle — would have secured a seat on the charter commission based on the initial vote percentages, each nishing behind the top at-large candidates.

At its core, many voters said the outcome re ected a broader frustration with county leadership.

“ ere (is) a lot of simmering discontent with the commissioners,” said a lifelong Republican from Lone Tree.

For others, the rushed timeline and lack of public engagement were key.

“ ey didn’t give any education to anybody, and now they want us to vote on the largest change to Douglas County government in its history,” said Dawn Caldwell, a Highlands Ranch resident. “I think home rule can be good or bad … If they want to do it and do it the right way, with public input, I’m happy to do it with them.”

While Laydon said he acknowledges the voices of the voters, all three commissioners said in statements posted to the Douglas County website on June 25 that they are still supportive of a home rule charter.

“While this decision may be a reaction from one group on national issues, it also presents us with a vital opportunity locally to unite and move forward together to create an even stronger Douglas County,” Laydon said in the statement.

Van Winkle added that he looks forward to continuing conversations about the importance of working together and local governance.

Teal interpreted the results as a call to slow down — not to stop.

“We were told several times during the course of the election campaign that … we’re moving too fast,” Teal told Colorado Community Media on June 25. “ e people of Douglas County told us this is too fast. We need a longer conversation.”

Teal also mentioned several possibilities that would keep home rule on the table, including writing a draft charter to share with the public, organizing town halls and collaborating with former home rule opponents.

“I’m very tempted to reach out to several of them and have that conversation about … how could we do this to where you could feel comfortable to come on board,” he said. “ e conversation didn’t end yesterday. It really kind of just began.”

Some residents indicated they would be open to continuing the home rule discussion — under the right conditions.

“I think home rule could probably be a good thing, but our leadership chose to shove it down our throats,” said Angela omas, a Democrat who ran for the charter commission. “Local control is about the people, not about three commissioners deciding in a 92-second press conference that we’re going to have a special election that cost us $500,000,” she said, referring to a special meeting in late March when the commissioners an-

nounced the home rule ballot.

Brad Geiger, a school board member who opposed the measure, said a future discussion would need to be more inclusive.

“I think there are things in Douglas County that could be improved,” Geiger said. “But to mislead people about what home rule can do, and to be so unclear about your goals … that will always offend voters, and it should.”

Geiger added he would only reconsider home rule under new commissioners. at sentiment — wanting change, but not under the current leadership — is also fueling a renewed push to expand the board of county commissioners from three members to ve. ough a home rule charter could have opened the door to that change, voters may now seek other avenues for it.

“I think ve just makes it more of a voice for people,” said precinct organizer Jenna Preston. “We are saying we’re ready for bipartisanship … based on the size of our county, it is mathematically called for.”

Teal, however, remains a vocal supporter of the current three-member structure. In April, he told Colorado Community Media that he would have liked to see a home rule charter cement that model into law. After the vote, he reiterated his position, citing e ciency and cost.

“You add more people to any organizational structure, you decrease e ciency of decision-making,” Teal said.

He also estimated the cost of adding two commissioners would be about $500,000 annually.

Whether the county’s leadership will change its approach remains to be seen. Voters across parties sent a uni ed signal that the process must be more deliberate, inclusive and transparent.

A Douglas County Votes sign in Castle Rock was set up for the June 24 special election.

PHOTO BY JULIA KING

Protect scientiﬁc freedom and funding

Fifteen years ago, my father walked 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours. Despite worsening pain from blisters and muscle tears, he trekked day and night through Highlands Ranch parks to raise money for research on blinding diseases. And he did it all when he had lost the last parts of his own vision only a few months before.

While his ability to turn adversity into action continues to be a source of inspiration for me, something else impacted me just as profoundly: the support he received from the community. People from Highlands Ranch, Denver and beyond contributed their time to his journey and money to his fundraiser solely because they believed he was doing something worthwhile — that vision research mattered.

e idea that I could discover something new, that I could nd or develop something that would help people, has always burned at the center of my love of science and technology. at spark found direction in my rst biology course at Littleton High School; the incredible complexities of the natural world amazed me, and I

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Letter to George Teal

Dear Commissioner Teal,

knew it was my path to develop or discover something that would help my father and those like him. is growing re eventually led me to pursue a Ph.D. at the University of Southern California where I studied changes in gene expression within developing photoreceptors — the light sensing cells in the eye. Unfortunately, for many people passionate about the sciences, chasing those dreams has recently become much harder.

e National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) are integral to all aspects of American research: from providing central and accessible databases to share work to funding research from scientists of all disciplines. Tax dollars spent through these agencies not only support critical research e orts but also pay back in spades; it’s estimated for every $1 spent by the NIH, $2.56 of economic activity is generated. In Colorado alone, it’s estimated that NIH

Libraries erase Pride Month

I am submitting this letter on behalf of members of the Asian community and the greater Colorado public to express our deep concern and outrage regarding your recent false and in ammatory remarks surrounding the outcome of Douglas County Ballot Question 1A. Ballot Question 1A was defeated in a free, fair, and democratic process, with 71.16% of Douglas County voters voting against the measure. To suggest, without evidence, that this outcome was the result of interference by the Chinese Communist Party is not only baseless but irresponsible. Let’s not parse words, it’s also just plain racist. We condemn these racially charged comments for it is provocative and dangerous.

e Asian American community of Colorado is outraged and troubled by your racially charged comments in which you falsely identi ed Dr. Eiko Browning, a Highlands Ranch resident and cancer physician, as “Chinese.” is statement is not only factually incorrect, but also insensitive, racially prejudiced, and completely unacceptable. Targeting an individual based on perceived ethnicity is discriminatory and undermines the values of respect, inclusion, and integrity that public servants are sworn to uphold. We call on you to:

1. Publicly retract your false claims about foreign interference in Ballot Question 1A.

2. Issue a formal apology to Dr. Browning and the broader Asian American community for your o ensive and racially charged statements.

As a long-time resident, parent, and emergency department nurse in Douglas County, I am deeply troubled by the absence of Pride Month displays in our public libraries this year. After visiting multiple branches, I found that no Pride materials were on display at all, not even subtly labeled ones. is is not only disappointing but harmful, especially in a county that claims to support diversity and inclusion.

In an e ort to understand this erasure, I reached out to library sta . I was told by one librarian, who asked to remain anonymous out of fear of retaliation, that internal guidelines shared this year emphasized avoiding displays on “alienating, challenging, or charged” topics, and that Pride-related materials were included in this category. Two weeks later, another internal email went out and the language was quietly removed, suggesting some discomfort or acknowledgment that such a stance was problematic.

3. Commit to conducting yourself with the respect and responsibility expected of an elected o cial in your position moving forward.

Douglas County deserves leaders who uphold truth, fairness, and unity — not divisiveness and misinformation. Your remarks have caused harm, and it is paramount upon you to take responsibility for these racially charged comments.

Angela omas, Castle Rock

support amounts to $567 million dollars which provides 6,971 jobs and stimulates $1.59 billion in economic activity.

e current administration has drastically undermined these critical engines of American research by rescinding or freezing previously awarded grants, purging expert personnel and slowing evaluations of research proposals or renewals. Limits are being placed on the portions of grant funds that help maintain university facilities and pay the sta that enable their laboratories to function. Federal grants are highly competitive but right now even having a grant reviewed is unlikely and researchers can’t count that what they have earned will be available to keep their laboratory going.

e loss of these funding sources has also massively harmed our next generation of scientists. Prospective graduate students, like I was not long ago, have had their acceptances revoked as some universities are now unable to nancially support pre-doctoral candidates. Without this federal funding, I may not have had the opportunity to train and study the visual system to help people like my father.

I realize that to many, science and scientists are distant ideas, and running a research group is a hard and often thankless task. However, government-funded research provides us with education, advancements in medicine and stimulates the economy. It helped a young boy from Highlands Ranch to become the rst in his family to graduate with a Ph.D. and chase a dream of healing blindness. Please take the time to remind your friends and neighbors of the amazing good that has come from American scienti c institutions. Contact your representatives about protecting scienti c freedom and funding. I believe our community supports curiosity, knowledge and learning, and that 15 years on, the walk still matters.

is guest column was written by Dominic Shayler, a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Colorado Anschutz who lives in Aurora with his wife and daughter. e opinions expressed in this column are the author’s and do not represent the position of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

I also spoke with a librarian who has served Douglas County Libraries for 14 years. She shared that this was the rst year guidelines regarding displays for monthly celebrations were instituted. is marks a signi cant shift in policy, one that appears to be a response to political pressure, rather than a commitment to the library’s core values of inclusion and representation.

Pride Month is a nationally recognized celebration of LGBTQ+ history, identity, and resilience. For LGBTQ+ youth, who face higher rates of bullying, discrimination, and mental health struggles, seeing their community represented in public spaces like libraries can be life-a rming. e absence of Pride displays sends a harmful message that LGBTQ+ individuals do not belong or are not valued.

one. Why, then, is Pride Month treated any di erently?

Libraries are places of learning, diversity, and acceptance. If we are to uphold these values, we must ensure that Pride displays, and the visibility they provide, are not just included but celebrated in our community libraries. It is time for the Douglas County Library system to stand rm in its commitment to diversity and ensure that all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, feel seen, supported, and valued.

Adelita Campbell, Highlands Ranch

Teal’s false allegations

As a Douglas County resident, I am appalled by Commissioner George Teal’s false allegations against a local political action committee. Teal claimed that the No Little Kings in Douglas County PAC was funded by a communist organization.

We would never consider hiding or minimizing displays for Christmas, Black History Month, Women’s History Month, or other heritage months due to concerns that they might o end some-

When 9News asked for evidence that the PAC was funded by Chinese communists, as he alleged, Teal replied, “Is there evidence it isn’t?” e answer is yes. Yes, there is evidence.

Filings with the Colorado Secretary of State’s O ce show the PAC was funded entirely by Eiko Browning, a Highlands Ranch homeowner. e information proving who funded it is easily available to anyone who cares to look. Browning, an oncologist at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, itemized both her contributions and expenditures.

Commissioner Teal made this allegation in public and then doubled down on it. erefore, it’s only right that he set the record straight in public. His allegations are an implicit smear against a cancer doctor who took the initiative to participate in local politics.

For the future, I urge the commissioners to be more measured and accurate in their words. As a resident here for 17 years, I want elected o cials to look out for the interests of the entire county and not lob slander or lies toward any of my neighbors.

Keep national politics out of schools

As I continue to watch Douglas County School Board meetings and listen to our elected school board members, I am increasingly surprised — and disheartened — by how frequently they focus on manufactured culture wars and attacks on the transgender community, which represents a very small portion of our student population.

As a longtime resident, parent, and teacher in the Douglas County School District, I am frustrated by the way national political agendas are being inserted into our local schools. I am far less concerned about the limited number of trans athletes in our district than I am about the real, pressing challenges we face: persistently low teacher salaries (despite the passage of the 2023 Mill Levy Override), rising incidents of bullying and harassment — particularly against our most vulnerable students — crumbling infrastructure, and an ongoing shortage of bus drivers that forces many students to nd alternative, and often unsafe, ways to get to school.

I urge the school board to stop dividing our community with partisan ideologies that do not re ect the values or needs of Douglas County. It’s time to focus on what truly matters: supporting our teachers, protecting all students, and ensuring our schools are safe, inclusive, and e ective learning environments for everyone.

Christina Marriott, Highlands Ranch

Teal’s ridiculous claim

I was stunned to read that Douglas County Commissioner George Teal blamed the Chinese Communist Party for the defeat of the home rule initiative. e measure was an attempted power grab and a bad idea. e commissioners held a rushed (and expensive) special election and promoted the measure using vague and unsubstantiated claims. A big part of pro-home rule donations came from real estate developers.

Jennifer Grothe, Sterling Ranch

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Teal is not willing or able to take responsibility for this partisan asco that cost Douglas County taxpayers $500,000. Instead, he lashed out at an Asian American citizen by spinning an absurd and racist claim. Teal himself draws a salary of more than $150,000 according to the county’s website (douglas.co.us). As taxpayers, we should demand better governance and stewardship of our money from our commissioners.

I call on the other two commissioners, Kevin van Winkle and Abe Laydon, to take a clear position and distance themselves from Teal’s absurd claims.

Christine Remy, Highlands Ranch

JAA approval process was hinky I support school choice and the establishment of charter schools, but I am deeply concerned about the approval process for John Adams Academy (JAA) in Sterling Ranch, Colorado. is is not an argument against charter schools in general, but against the lack of transparency, fairness, and accountability in how JAA was authorized.

On June 17, 2025, the Colorado Charter School Institute (CSI) approved JAA, despite widespread community opposition. e process began when Christy Williams, president of the Douglas County School District (DCSD), unilaterally placed a resolution on the agenda in November 2024 allowing JAA to bypass the district and apply directly to CSI. Sterling Ranch residents were given little notice, limiting their ability to respond.

Even DCSD board members raised concerns about the rushed and opaque process. e resolution passed by a narrow 4-3 vote. Among those voting in favor was Becky Myers, linked to Grandparents4Kids, a group led by JAA founder Linda White and known for opposing LGBTQ rights — indicating possible ideological motives behind the approval.

Several key JAA gures have ties to conservative political groups and local developers. Linda White and Ellen “Ellie” Reynolds, both JAA founders, are connected to Ready Colorado and to the Sterling Ranch developers who “generously” donated land for the school. ese overlapping political, nancial, and business relationships raise concerns about con icts of interest and whether the decision was truly made in the community’s best interest.

Sterling Ranch already voted to build a public neighborhood school, opening in 2027-2028. With nearby schools merging due to declining enrollment, JAA’s earlier opening risks draining public resources, especially since DCSD’s per-student funding averages $10,958.

JAA promotes a classical education model emphasizing Latin, cursive writing and Singapore math. While traditional academics have merit, I question its inclusivity and relevance for today’s society, neglecting global perspectives and STEM elds.

Further concerns include a 2024 lawsuit alleging California JAA’s falsi ed test scores. Despite claims of nonpartisanship, social media posts from Ellie Reynolds framed the school’s approval as a conservative victory. After the CSI vote, some of JAA’s founders mocked local opponents online, calling Sterling Ranch a “crazy neighborhood,” further damaging trust. is controversy is not just about one school — it’s about a broken approval system. e lack of transparency, potential con icts of interest, and disregard for community input reveal a troubling ero-

sion of public trust and democratic accountability.

Molly Whitehair, Sterling Ranch

Students deserve better

On June 17, the Colorado Charter School Institute (CSI) approved John Adams Academy (JAA) to open a new charter school in Sterling Ranch — but not through the oversight of the Douglas County School District (DCSD). at’s because the DCSD Board of Education chose to release JAA’s application to CSI, giving up local control and allowing a state agency to greenlight a school on Douglas County land, with Douglas County students, but without Douglas County accountability.

is was a stunning failure of governance.

JAA has a troubling academic track record in California. Its schools post chronically low test scores, high absentee rates, and subpar teacher credentialing. A former administrator has even led a lawsuit alleging falsi cation of test scores and religious discrimination. ese are serious allegations. Yet our board declined to conduct its own thorough review — even when residents raised these concerns repeatedly and in good faith.

Most alarming: JAA intends to build on a site previously understood to be reserved for a future DCSD neighborhood school. e community agged this issue early, but DCSD never even responded to CSI’s questions about the land. at’s not oversight — that’s negligence. And now, DCSD will lose per-pupil funding for every child who enrolls at JAA. ose public dollars will follow students to a school that is not accountable to our elected board, our district sta , or our community. It’s a raw deal for taxpayers and a worse deal for families expecting excellence from their public schools. is did not have to happen. But four board members — Christy Williams, Becky Myers, Tim Moore, and Kaylee Winegar — voted to release JAA’s application to the state. at decision created this outcome.

Douglas County students deserve better. So do Douglas County voters. In November, we urge residents to hold these board members accountable and vote in leaders who will act with transparency, responsibility, and true commitment to our public schools.

Lori Wright, Sterling Ranch

Wasteful spending

It is apparent the Douglas County commissioners’ quest for more power and pushing the home rule ballot question went down big. I hope the commissioners are happy with themselves in spending our tax money foolishly for their personal agenda. I am proud in a Republican-dominated county voters didn’t fall in line with their leadership to pass this power grab item.

Since most home rule quests are usually citizen generated rather than from elected o cials, should the commissioners pay back the cost of this election through deducting it from their salaries rather than sticking it to taxpayers? ey wanted it so they should pay, not us.

Dave Usechek, Parker

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In Denver’s bustling neighborhoods, it’s not uncommon to nd a shop cat curled up by the register or an excited dog greeting customers at the door.

Across the city, small businesses are embracing their four-legged companions, not just as pets, but as part of the store experience.

At Crystal Castle Beads, located at 2240 S. Broadway in Denver, two dogs — Ruby and Boss — have become as much a part of the shop’s identity as its crystals and handmade jewelry supplies.

Crystal Castle Beads

Owner Adrienne Lemke opened the shop with other co-workers in October 2023 after the previous bead store they worked at shut down.

“We just kind of came together and said, ‘Let’s start our own shop,’” she said.

Enter Ruby — a spirited pup with a nose for stones and a habit of napping on desks.

“I got her around the time we bought this building, on July 4,” Lemke said. “She’s been a part of this shop ever since. She helped us go through products, (she) tries to steal products … She knows the crystal business pretty well, and she has good taste in beads, too.”

Ruby quickly became the shop’s uno cial greeter, favorite distraction and emotional support creature all in one.

“People come for the dogs, not for us,” Lemke said. “Kids, husbands — everyone loves her. It really adds something special.”

But Ruby isn’t the only pup with a following at Crystal Castle Beads. General Manager Jennifer Niemela brought in her dog, Boss, under equally heartwarming circumstances.

After the loss of her previous dog, Niemela had no intention of adopting again. But life had other plans.

“Boss needed to be rescued, and I kind of needed a little extra happiness in my life,” she said. “So we in-

troduced him to Ruby to see if they got along. ey hit it o immediately.”

Now, Boss is a xture in the shop alongside Ruby.

“He’s happy, calm, super smart, and he loves sound healing,” Niemela said. “When I work with the bowls, he runs in like, ‘Yes, we’re doing sound healing.’ He just gets it.”

As customers wander through displays of stones and beads, it’s not unusual for them to be greeted by Ruby and Boss.

“People ask where they are before they ask about anything else,” Niemela said. “It’s kind of like they’re the real stars of the shop.”

While the pets might be the draw for some, they also reinforce something deeper — a sense of comfort and community.

“It’s soothing to have your dog at work with you,” Niemela said. “ ey make you smile. ey make everyone smile. at’s kind of what it’s all about.”

LEFT: Owner of Sewn Denver Kirsten Coplans in her shop with her dog, Kyoko. RIGHT: Ruby, a spirited dog with a nose for stones, waits for a treat in Crystal Castle Beads located at 2240 S. Broadway in Denver. PHOTOS BY ELISABETH SLAY

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Jennifer

FURRY FRIENDS

Owner of Sewn Denver Kirsten Coplans feels the same way about her dog, Kyoko, who can often be found lounging around the store located at 18 S.

Kyoko, who possesses a Japanese name that means “little girl,” is described by Coplans as smart, kind and

“ e question people ask me constantly is, ‘Is she always this chill?’” Coplans said. “ is is her second home. She’s used to everything — old people, young people, walkers, wheelchairs. She doesn’t get overly excited when people pet her. It’s just normal for her.”

Coplans adopted Kyoko from Low Riders of the West, a local small dog rescue, when she was just 8 weeks old. Kyoko isn’t the rst shop dog the business owner has

“My other dog, Pearl, was my shop dog for 13 years,” she said. “When she passed, I needed another dog in

Training Kyoko to be a shop dog started early.

“I wanted to do a rescue, and I wanted to get a young puppy so I could start bringing her from day one,” Co-

Now 7 years old, Kyoko has grown into her role.

“People lose their mind over a shop dog,” Coplans said. “It’s like they haven’t seen another dog anywhere else. ey might not say hi to me, but they’re de nitely gonna say hi to her.”

Kyoko has her own rhythm in the store and will move about the space seeking the best place to get comfortable — be it in front of a rack of vintage shoes or smack dap in the middle of the doorway.

“Sometimes she’s just like, ‘I’ve had too much attention today,’ and she’ll tuck herself away. But she also loves to see what’s going on outside,” Coplans said.

Coplans said Kyoko is very smart and always looking for food.

“She’s always checking people’s pockets or bags for treats. She’s de nitely an opportunist,” Coplans said. “ e UPS guy brings her treats. People bring her treats. She knows what she’s doing.”

Kyoko is a blue heeler, a breed known for being deeply loyal to their owner.

“She’s not really cuddly like a typical velcro dog,” Coplans explained. “But she always wants to know where I am. She just wants to have eyes on me.”

Sewn focuses on handmade and upcycled goods.

“We’ve got a handful of handmade artists, most of them local. One-of-a-kind items, eco-friendly, and we also carry vintage,” Coplans said. “My background is vintage fabric and patterns. I love connecting with people about what they’re making.”

BOTTOM: Happy, calm, smart and lover of sound healing, Boss, is a ﬁxture at Crystal Cast Beads. PHOTOS BY ELISABETH SLAY

TOP: Kyoko, a mellow and kind dog, waits in the doorway of Sewn Denver located at 18 S. Broadway.

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Niemela, general manager of Crystal Castle Beads

CROWSSUPDRO ELZZ

1. TELEVISION: What is the name of the bar where Homer Simpson hangs out?

2. MUSIC: What are the rst names of the Jackson 5?

3. MOVIES: What prop is found in almost every scene in “ e Fight Club”?

4. ANATOMY: What does the term “hallux” refer to in human anatomy?

5. GEOMETRY: What is the perimeter of a circle called?

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3. A Starbucks co ee cup.

4. e big toe.

5. Circumference.

6. Jack Russell Terrier.

7. Four.

8. ree (California, Oregon, and Washington).

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for residents to report the use of illegal reworks. e hotline number is 303814-7118.

For anyone lighting reworks, Willie said they should be in an area that is open with no combustible materials or dry grass, but to always check the county’s re restrictions rst.

Douglas County’s re restrictions will be determined by the Douglas County Sheri ’s O ce, and can be found on the agency’s website or social media. e sheri ’s o ce will also have a hotline set up during the July 4 holiday

e re district also advises residents to have re extinguishers handy and either a hose or a bucket of water nearby to quickly douse anything that might spark. In the case that something does spark, call 911.

While lighting reworks may be fun, the re district encourages people to instead attend an event where a professional reworks show will be presented. “Just leave it to the professionals and go see a professional reworks display,” Willie said.

A TNT Fireworks stand in Highlands Ranch prepares to open.

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Legal Notice No. DC 1463

First Publication: June 12, 2025

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A public hearing will be held before the Planning Commission on July 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and before the Board of County Commissioners on August 26, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO for a change in zoning from Agricultural One and Rural Residential to PD – Planned Development. The subject property is located approximately 0.10 miles northwest of the intersection of Hilltop Road and Alpine Drive. For more information, call Douglas County Planning at 303-660-7460.

File No./Name: ZR2024-031 / Ramblewood Planned Development

Legal Notice No. DC 1562

Publication: July 3, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

District Court, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO

CIVIL ACTION NO. 2024CV30724, Division/Courtroom # 6

SHERIFF’S SALE NO. 25001108

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

BEAR CANYON RANCH ASSOCIATION, INC., A COLORADO NONPROFIT CORPORATION, Plaintiff: v. CHARLES BLOOMQUIST; MANDY EDDLEMAN;STATE OF COLORADO, DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; DAVE GILL AS THE DOUGLAS COUNTY TREASURER, Defendant(s)

Regarding: TRACT IN E1/2 18-8-67 15.0 AM/L AKA PARCEL 14 BEAR CANYON RANCH;

also known as: 2221 BIG BEAR DR SEDALIA, CO 80135 (the “Property”)

Under a Judgement and Decree of Foreclosure entered on March 19, 2025, relating to Transcripts of Judgments recorded in the Douglas County public records the undersigned is ordered to sell certain real property set forth and described above.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, Please take notice:

You and each of you are hereby notified that a Sheriff’s Sale of the referenced property is to be conducted by the Civil Division of the Sheriff’s Office of Douglas County, Colorado at 10:00 A.M., on the 31st day July, 2025 at 4000 Justice Way, Suite 2213, Castle Rock, CO 80109, phone number 303-6607527. At which sale, the above described real property and improvements thereon will be sold to the highest bidder. Plaintiff makes no warranty relating to title, possession, or quiet enjoyment in and to said real property in connection with this sale. All bidders will be required to have in their possession cash or certified funds at least equal to the amount of the judgment creditor’s bid. Please telephone 303-660-7527 prior to the sale to ascertain the amount of this bid. The highest and best bidder will have two hours following the sale to tender the full amount of their bid, or they will be deemed to have withdrawn their bid.

BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE CASH OR CERTIFIED FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO COVER THE INITIAL BID AT THE TIME OF SALE.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE JUDGMENTS BEING FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN ON THE SUBJECT PROPERTY. Recorded Transcripts of Judgement are in the amount of $27,124.25

All telephone inquiries for information should be directed to the office of the undersigned Sheriff at 303-660-7527. The name, address and telephone number of the attorney representing the legal owner of the above described lien is David A. Parker. Attorney Registration Number 35253, Moeller Graf, P.C. 9557 South Kingston Court, Englewood, CO 80112 (720) 279-2568.

Dated 6/12/2025, Castle Rock, CO

Darren M. Weekly Sheriff of Douglas County, Colorado

Ron Hanavan, Deputy Douglas County, Colorado

Legal Notice NO. DC 1466

First Publication: 6/12/2025

Last Publication: 7/10/2025

Published In: Douglas County News Press

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Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

A public hearing will be held before the Planning Commission on July 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and before the Board of County Commissioners on August 12, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO, to consider a major amendment to the Keene Ranch Planned Development Plan. The proposed amendment removes the prohibition against installation of fences within 50 feet of any right-of-way from the PA-1 and PA-2 development standards. The Keene Ranch Planned Development is located at the intersection of Tomah Road and Castle Butte Drive. For more information, call Douglas County Planning Services at 303-660-7460.

File No./Name: ZR2023-007/Keene Ranch Planned Development, 3rd Amendment

Legal Notice NO. DC 1570

Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

A public hearing will be held before the Planning Commission on July 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.and before the Board of County Commissioners on August 12, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Hearing Room, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO, to consider a major amendment to the Highlands Ranch Planned Development Plan. The proposed amendment is to allow for the adds residential units transfer from one Planning Area to another for future multifamily residential development within Planning Area 85 located approximately 450 feet west of the intersection of Plaza Drive and Kendrick Castillo Way. For more information, call Douglas County Planning Services at 303-660-7460.

File No./Name: ZR2025-001/ Highlands Ranch Planned Development 80th Amendment

Legal Notice NO. DC 1545

Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press Public Notice

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MADISON COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Jeannie Short, Individually and as Special Administrator of the Estate of Robert Short, Deceased, Plaintiff, v. A.W. CHESTERTON COMPANY, et al., ) Defendants. Case No.: 23-LA-1316

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

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First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250077

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s) Jack Amidei AND Reanna Amidei Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR HOME MORTGAGE ALLIANCE, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

SELENE FINANCE LP

Date of Deed of Trust

October 14, 2021

County of Recording Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

October 18, 2021

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2021118149

Original Principal Amount

$548,250.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$519,421.73

Pursuant to CRS §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.

LOT 5, BLOCK 14, THE VILLAGES AT CASTLE ROCK, 2ND AMENDMENTLIBERTY VILLAGE PORTION, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 8056 Grady Circle, Castle Rock, CO 80108.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 08/13/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the 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 issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Alison L Berry #34531

Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 25-034461

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250077

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250093

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On May 2, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s) Amanda Brezoff AND Andrew M. Brezoff

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

SELENE FINANCE LP

Date of Deed of Trust

May 22, 2020

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 27, 2020

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2020044400

Original Principal Amount

$510,581.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$416,163.58

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 10, BLOCK 2, ROCKINGHORSE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 6, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 23910 E. Minnow Drive, Aurora, CO 80016.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 08/27/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the 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 issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 7/3/2025

Last Publication: 7/31/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 05/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

APRIL NORTON #34861

APRIL WINECKI #34861 Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Attorney File # 25-034591

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015 Legal Notice NO. 250093 First Publication: July 3, 2025 Last Publication:

and in said Deed of Trust.

https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 7/3/2025

Last Publication: 7/31/2025 Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 05/02/2025 David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Steven Bellanti #48306

MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP

7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-25-1013633-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250091 First Publication: July 3, 2025 Last Publication: July 31, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 16, BLOCK 2, THE MEADOWS FILING NO. 20, PHASE 1 FINAL PLAT, AMENDMENT NO. 9, TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT RECORDED MAY 18, 2017 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 2017033455. TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK AFFIDAVIT OF PLAT CORRECTION RECORDED AUGUST 9, 2017 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 2017054172.

Purported common address: 2405 FIJI DRIVE, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80109.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025 Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553

Carly Imbrogno #59553

BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

DONALD GAGNON AND VICTORIA GAGNON

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FLEXPOINT FUNDING CORPORATION

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-SHL1

Date of Deed of Trust

February 03, 2006

County of Recording Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

February 22, 2006

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2006014789

Original Principal Amount

$256,166.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$345,869.76

Pursuant to CRS §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.

LOT 12, BLOCK 3, STROH RANCH FILING NO. 12, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO

Purported common address: 17907 DOMINGO DRIVE, PARKER, CO 80134.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553 Carly Imbrogno #59553

BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000010428779

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250082

First Publication: June 19, 2025

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

MARC RYAN LAWSON AND COURTNEY LYNNE LAWSON

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR INSPIRE HOME LOANS INC.

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC

Date of Deed of Trust

September 28, 2022

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

October 03, 2022

Recording Information

(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2022065024

Original Principal Amount

$490,196.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$475,036.25

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT NINETY-ONE (91) OF HUNTING HILL 1, 9TH AMENDMENT, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 16, 2019 AS RECEPTION NO. 2019060094 OF THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 8428 GALVANI TRAIL UNIT B, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado

By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553

Carly Imbrogno #59553

BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711

Attorney File # 00000010430007

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado

Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250081

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

On April 2, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Phillip M Applegate

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC

Date of Deed of Trust

May 03, 2021

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 10, 2021

Recording Information

(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2021059985

Original Principal Amount

$392,763.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$373,627.71

Pursuant to CRS §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 paymnets provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and/or other violations of the terms thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lot 32, Block 4, Saddlebrook Subdivision Filing No. 1, in County of Douglas, State of Colorado.

Purported common address: 21851 Silver Meadow Cir, Parker, CO 80138.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 07/30/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the 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 issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 6/5/2025

Last Publication: 7/3/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Aricyn J. Dall #51467

Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710

Attorney File # 25CO00122-1

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado

Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250062

First Publication: June 5, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250074

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

Original Beneficiary(ies)

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE, LLC

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE, LLC.

Date of Deed of Trust

March 14, 2024

County of Recording Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

March 20, 2024

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2024010647

Original Principal Amount

$661,782.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$657,953.23

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 21, BLOCK 4, MAHER RANCH-FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 7755 SOLSTICE WAY, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80108.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/11/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553

Carly Imbrogno #59553

BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711

Attorney File # 00000010375418

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250074

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250078

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Date of Deed of Trust May 07, 2022

County of Recording Douglas Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 13, 2022

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2022034469 Original Principal Amount $580,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $568,019.98

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250081

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250062

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 11, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

ROGER D. CATES, II AND KIMBERLY KAY CATES

Original Grantor(s) DAVID JAMES LEAVERTON AND VICTORIA G. LEAVERTON Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR HIGHLANDS RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, LTD Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION

on Wednesday, 08/13/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the

First Publication: 6/19/2025 Last Publication: 7/17/2025 Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press 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;

DATE: 04/22/2025 David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2022058419

Original Principal Amount

$1,123,502.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$1,205,895.19

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 74, STONE CREEK RANCH FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 4, 2017 UNDER RECEPTION NO. 2017081539,

Purported common address: 5743 CADARA WAY, PARKER, CO 80134.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/5/2025

Last Publication: 7/3/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Carly Imbrogno, Esq #59553

Carly Imbrogno #59553

BARRETT FRAPPIER & WEISSERMAN, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000010391761

$805,000.00

Pursuant to CRS §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.

Lot 16, Block 1, The Lanterns Filing No. 2, Amendment No. 2 on the plat recorded April 29, 2021, at Reception 2021055274, County of Douglas, State of Colorado.

Purported common address: 667 Simmental Loop, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/11/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado

By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C.

355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO23898

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250072

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250092

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On May 2, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Alana Foley-Greenwood

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Affiliated Financial Group, Inc., its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 45, BLOCK 3, THE VILLAGES AT CASTLE ROCK FOUNDER’S VILLAGE FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 290 North Holcomb Circle, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 7/3/2025

Last Publication: 7/31/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 05/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C.

355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO24784

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250092

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 31, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250070

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 2, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Andrew G McCarley

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”) as nominee for First Western Trust Bank, Its Successors and Assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Nationstar Mortgage LLC

Date of Deed of Trust

July 02, 2021

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

July 02, 2021

Citibank, N.A., not in its individual capacity but solely as Owner Trustee of New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust 2018-RPL1

Date of Deed of Trust

December 22, 2006

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

January 02, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

$92,280.54

Recording Information

(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2021081215

Original Principal Amount

$445,500.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$419,235.79

Pursuant to CRS §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 required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 12, BLOCK 2, FIRST REPLAT OF THE MEADOWS FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 4821 N Silverlace Dr, Castle Rock, CO 80109.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/5/2025

Last Publication: 7/3/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Steven Bellanti #48306

MCCARTHY & HOLTHUS, LLP

7700 E. ARAPAHOE ROAD, SUITE 230, CENTENNIAL, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122

Attorney File # CO-24-1001779-LL

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado

Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250070

First Publication: June 5, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250084

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Justin Clavel, Elizabeth Dombovy

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for Inspire Home Loans Inc

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

M&T Bank

Date of Deed of Trust

April 15, 2022

County of Recording Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 21, 2022

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2022028646

Original Principal Amount

$651,860.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$628,463.22

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 6, BLOCK 4, CRYSTAL VALLEY

RANCH FILING NO. 15 PLAT, AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 5118 Lumos Lane,

Castle Rock, CO 80104. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Aricyn J. Dall #51467

Randall S. Miller & Associates PC 216 16th Street, Suite 1210, Denver, CO 80202 (720) 259-6710

Attorney File # 25CO00229-1

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250084

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250079

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Jeremy D. Madrid joined by non vested borrower Jennifer Sandstrom

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as beneficiary, as nominee for The Federal Savings Bank, its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Freedom Mortgage Corporation

Date of Deed of Trust February 17, 2021

County of Recording Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust March 01, 2021

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2021026109

Original Principal Amount

$414,950.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$384,598.45

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT TWELVE (12), BLOCK 9, CRYSTAL VALLEY RANCH FILING NO. 15, AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 2031 Villageview Ln, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday,

I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 08/27/2025 via remote, webbased auction service, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the 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 issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 7/3/2025

Last Publication: 7/31/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 05/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado

By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Brian G Sayer #60232

THE SAYER LAW GROUP, P.C.

3600 SOUTH BEELER STREET, SUITE 330, DENVER, CO 80237 (303) 353-2965

Attorney File # CO250001

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 issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 6/5/2025

Last Publication: 7/3/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado

By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C.

355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO24502

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Legal Notice NO. 250061

First Publication: June 5, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250083

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Vance Mckinstry

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for United Wholesale Mortgage, LLC, its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Date of Deed of Trust December 29, 2022

County of Recording Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust January 03, 2023

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2023000174

Original Principal Amount

$380,240.00 Outstanding Principal Balance

$375,968.73

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

UNIT NO. 202, BUILDING NO. B8, THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, ACCORDING TO THE CONDOMINIUM MAP OF THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON DECEMBER 5, 2006, AS RECEPTION NO. 2006104373, AS AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTED, AND AS DEFINED BY THE CONDOMINIUM DECLARATION OF THE HIGHLANDS AT STONEGATE NORTH CONDOMINIUMS, RECORDED ON APRIL 28, 2003, AS RECEPTION NO. 2003060583, AS AMENDED, RESTATED, AND SUPPLEMENTED, BOTH RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE DOUGLAS COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO USE GARAGE SPACE NO. 202-B8, IN GARAGE BUILDING BG11, AS A LIMITED COMMON ELEMENT.

Purported common address: 9463 Ashbury Cir #202, Parker, CO 80134. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

said Deed of Trust.

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C.

355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO24472

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Legal Notice NO. 250083

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250065

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 2, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s) John A. McAleer

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Commercial Federal Mortgage Corporation

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

BMO Bank N.A.

Date of Deed of Trust

May 01, 1998

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 08, 1998

Recording Information

(Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

9834700

Original Principal Amount

$224,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$17,363.62

Pursuant to CRS §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 required under said Deed of Trust and the Evidence of Debt secured thereby.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

LOT 21, BLOCK 1, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING NO. 50-A, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO.

Purported common address: 21 Falcon Hills Drive, Littleton, CO 80124.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

cate of Purchase, all as provided by law.

https://liveauctions.govease.com/

First Publication: 6/5/2025

Last Publication: 7/3/2025

Name of Publication:

Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Deanne R Stodden #33214

Messner Reeves LLP 1430 Wynkoop St, Suite 300, Denver, CO 80202 (303) 623-1800

Attorney File # 10058.0124/24-000040-02

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Revised 1/2015

Legal Notice NO. 250065

First Publication: June 5, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250076

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On April 22, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s)

Michael J. Farley and Kristine Farley

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Beneficiary, as nominee for Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Mr Cooper, its successors and assigns

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing

Date of Deed of Trust

April 05, 2018

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust April 13, 2018

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2018021759

Original Principal Amount

$400,000.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$309,437.41

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lot 37, Roxborough Village Filing No 15, County of Douglas, State of Colorado Purported common address: 7066 Red Mesa Dr, Littleton, CO 80125.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication: 7/17/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED

BE EXTENDED;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Liz Tinney

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

Amanda Ferguson #44893

Halliday Watkins & Mann, P.C. 355 Union Blvd Suite 250, Lakewood, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155

Attorney File # CO24667

The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose.

Legal Notice NO. 250076

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION

CRS §38-38-103

FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 250086

To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust:

On May 2, 2025, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Douglas records.

Original Grantor(s) Lisa W. Hemphill

Original Beneficiary(ies)

Colorado Credit Union

Current Holder of Evidence of Debt

Colorado Credit Union

Date of Deed of Trust

September 21, 2016

County of Recording

Douglas

Recording Date of Deed of Trust

October 06, 2016

Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.)

2016070739

Original Principal Amount

$131,200.00

Outstanding Principal Balance

$119,884.00

Pursuant to CRS §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 payments pursuant to the terms of a Promissory Note.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

Lot 9, Highlands Ranch Filing No. 66-D, County of Douglas, State of Colorado

Purported common address: 9652 Salem Court, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130.

THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 7/3/2025

Last Publication: 7/31/2025

Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 05/02/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado

By: Liz Tinney The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

L. Simon, Esq #7942

OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

Purported common address: 6222 Turnstone Pl, Castle Rock, CO 80104. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

NOTICE OF SALE

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

First Publication: 6/19/2025

Last Publication 7/17/2025 Name of Publication: Douglas County News Press

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;

DATE: 04/22/2025

David Gill, Public Trustee in and for the County of Douglas, State of Colorado By: Adele Martinez

The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is:

1. APRIL NORTON #34861

2. APRIL WINECKI #34861

Janeway Law Firm, P.C. 9540 MAROON CIRCLE, Suite 320, Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 706-9990

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado will hold a public hearing regarding the Territorial Road annexation on July 15, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the Town of Castle Rock Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado.

The purpose of the public hearing is to determine if the property described in the following Petition for Annexation complies with Article II, Section 30 of the Constitution of the State of Colorado and meets the applicable requirements of §31-12-104, §31-12-105, and §31-12-108 C.R.S., and is considered eligible for annexation. The Town Council Substantial Compliance Resolution No. 2025-070 and the Petition for Annexation read as follows:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025 – 070

A RESOLUTION FINDING THAT THE PETITION FOR ANNEXATION SUBMITTED BY ACM DAWSON TRAILS VIII JV LLC AND THE TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK IS IN SUBSTANTIAL COMPLIANCE WITH ARTICLE II, SECTION 30(1)(B) OF THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION AND SECTION 31-12-107(1), C.R.S.; AND SETTING

A DATE, TIME AND PLACE FOR THE HEARING PRESCRIBED UNDER SECTION 31-12-108, C.R.S. TO DETERMINE IF THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR ANNEXATION UNDER ARTICLE II, SECTION 30 OF THE COLORADO CONSTITUTION AND SECTIONS 31-12-104 AND 31-12-105, C.R.S. (Territorial Road Annexation)

WHEREAS, ACM Dawson Trails VIII JV LLC (“ACM”) and the Town of Castle Rock (the “Town”) have filed a joint petition (the “Petition”) to annex multiple parcels of land, all as more particularly described in the Petition and the annexation map presented at tonight’s meeting (collectively, the “Property”); and

WHEREAS, the Territorial Road Annexation consists of multiple parcels totaling 4.70 acres and located within the Territorial Road right-of-way and adjacent to the Dawson Trails Planned Development and Twin Oaks, a subdivision in unincorporated Douglas County; and

WHEREAS, the Property consists solely of right-of-way or of land that will be used solely as right-of-way; and

WHEREAS, the Petition: (i) formally requests that the Property be annexed to the Town; (ii) states that it is signed by ACM and the Town as the sole owners of the Property, and (iii) is, in fact, signed by ACM and the Town, all as required by Article II, Section 30(1)(b) of the Colorado Constitution; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 31-12107(1)(f), C.R.S., the Town Council, without undue delay, is required to determine if the Petitions are in substantial compliance with the requirements set forth in Article II, Section 30(1)(b) of the Colorado Constitution and Section 31-12-107(1), C.R.S.; and WHEREAS, upon such determination, the Town Council is required to set a date, time, and place for a hearing to determine whether the Property is eligible for annexation to the Town in accordance with the requirements of Article II, Section 30 of the Colorado Constitution and Sections 31-12104 and 31-12-105, C.R.S.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Findings. The Town Council finds and determines that:

A. The Petition requests that the Town annex the Property;

B. The Petition is signed by persons: (i) comprising more than fifty percent (50%) of the landowners of the Property and (ii) owning more than fifty percent (50%) of the Property;

C. The Petition substantially complies with the requirements of Section 30(1)(b) of Article II of the Colorado Constitution and Section 31-12-107(1), C.R.S;

D. The Petition is accompanied by a map containing the information required by Section 31-12-107(1)(d), C.R.S.; and

E. No signature on the Petition is dated more than 180 days prior to the date of filing of the Petitions with the Town Clerk.

Section 2 Public Hearing. Pursuant to Section 31-12-108, C.R.S., a public hearing is scheduled before the Town Council on July 15, 2025, at 6:00 P.M., at the Castle Rock Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, for the purpose of enabling the Town Council to determine whether:

A. The Property is eligible for annexation to the Town in accordance with the requirements of Article II, Section 30 of the Colorado Constitution and Sections 31-12-104 and 31-12-105, C.R.S.;

B. Whether an election of the landowners

and registered electors in the area to be annexed is required under Article II, Section 30(1)(a) of the Colorado Constitution and Section 31-12-107(2), C.R.S.; and

C. Whether additional terms and conditions are to be imposed upon the proposed annexation.

Section 3. Notice of Hearing The Town Clerk shall give notice of said hearing in the manner prescribed by Section 31-12-108(2), C.R.S.

Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective on the date and at the time of its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 3 rd day of June, 2025, by the Town Council of the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado on first and final reading by a vote of seven for and zero against.

ATTEST: Lisa Anderson,

TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK

Town Clerk Jason Gray, Mayor

Approved as to form: Michael J. Hyman, Town Attorney

Approved as to Content:

Town Attorney Tara Vargish, Director of Development Services

PETITION FOR ANNEXATION TO THE TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK, COLORADO

The undersigned, each being a “Landowner” as defined in Section 31-12-103(6), C.R.S., hereby petition the Town of Castle Rock, Colorado (the “Town”) for annexation of the following described property located in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, and further state:

1. The legal description of the land which Landowners ACM Dawson Trails VIII JV LLC and the Town request to be annexed to the Town is attached hereto as Exhibit A. (the “Property”)

2. It is desirable and necessary that the Property be annexed to the Town.

3. The requirements of Article II, Section 30 of the Colorado Constitution have been met.

4. The following requirements of Section 3112-104, C.R.S., exist or have been met:

a. Not less than one-sixth (1/6) of the perimeter of the Property is contiguous with the Town.

b. A community of interest exists between the Property and the Town. The Property is urban or will be urbanized in the near future. Further, the Property is integrated with the Town.

5. None of the limitations provided in Section 31-12-105, C.R.S., are applicable and the requirements of that statute have been met because of the following:

a. The annexation of the Property will not result in the Property being divided into separate parts or parcels under identical ownership.

b. No land area within the Property held in identical ownership, whether consisting of one tract or parcel of real estate or two or more contiguous tracts or parcels of real estate comprising 20 acres or more, which together with the buildings and improvements situated thereon, has an assessed value in excess of $200,000 for an ad valorem tax purpose for the year preceding the annexation is included within the Property proposed to be annexed, without the written consent of the landowner or landowners thereof.

c. No annexation proceedings have been commenced for annexation of any part of the Property by any other municipality.

d. The entire width of all streets or alleys within the area to be annexed are included in the annexation.

e. The annexation of the Property will not result in the detachment of any area from any school district or the attachment of same to another school district.

f. Annexation by the Town of the Property will not have the effect of, and will not result in, the denial of reasonable access to landowners, owners of an easement, or owners of a franchise adjoining a platted street or alley in the unincorporated area adjacent to the Property.

g. The annexation of the Property will not have the effect of extending a boundary of the Town more than three miles in any direction from any point of the Town boundary in the past 12 months.

6. The Property described in Exhibit A is owned solely by Landowners ACM Dawson Trails VIII JV LLC and the Town, as the annexing municipality. The respective interests of the Landowners in and to the Property are as depicted in the annexation boundary map attached hereto as Exhibit B

7. ACM Dawson Trails VIII JV LLC, and

the Town, as Landowners, request that the Town Council approve the annexation of the Property to the Town.

8. This Petition is accompanied by four (4) copies of the annexation boundary map, which map is in the form required by Section 31-12-107(1)(d), C.R.S.

9. This instrument may be executed in one or more counterparts, all of which taken together shall constitute the same document.

LANDOWNERS:

ACM DAWSON TRAILS VIII JV LLC

4100 E. Mississippi Ave, Suite 500 Denver, CO 80246

TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK

100 N. Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO, 80104

Legal Description for Territorial Road Annexation

A PARCEL OF LAND BEING TRACT C AND A PORTION OF THE TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, AS SHOWN ON TWIN OAKS, A SUBDIVISION PLAT RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 161972; THAT PORTION OF THE TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF- WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN THAT QUIT CLAIM DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 8816440; PORTIONS OF PARCEL NO.'S RW-15, RW-16, AND RW-17 AS DESCRIBED BY THAT SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 2021053518 AND THOSE TWO (2) PARCELS AS DESCRIBED IN THAT SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 2024020899; ALL IN THE RECORDS OF THE DOUGLAS COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER'S OFFICE, SITUATED IN THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 67 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

THE BEARINGS FOR THIS DESCRIPTION ARE BASED UPON THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 8 SOUTH, RANGE 67 WEST OF THE SIXTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BEING ASSUMED TO BEAR N 89°55'37” W, FROM THE SOUTH SIXTEENTH CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 21 & 22, BEING MONUMENTED BY A 1 INCH DIAMETER

PIPE WITH A 2 INCH DIAMETER ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED “LS 6935 - 1988”, TO THE SOUTHEAST SIXTEENTH CORNER OF SAID SECTION 21, BEING MONUMENTED BY A BENT #6 REBAR, WITH A 2-1/2 INCH DIAMETER ALUMINUM CAP STAMPED “LS 6935”, WITH ALL BEARINGS CONTAINED HEREIN RELATIVE THERETO.

COMMENCING AT THE SOUTH SIXTEENTH CORNER COMMON TO SAID SECTIONS 21 AND 22, THENCE S 89° 28’ 35” E, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SAID SECTION 22 AND ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT, A DISTANCE OF 651.86 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF TRACT C, SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT, ALSO BEING A POINT ON THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF THE TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, AS DEDICATED BY SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING;

THENCE N 59° 21’ 57” E, ALONG THE COMMON LINE OF SAID TRACT C AND SAID TERRITORIAL ROAD, A DISTANCE OF 172.31 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF A NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 706.50 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 01° 45' 31" AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 21.68 FEET, THE CHORD OF WHICH BEARS N 05° 37’ 59” E, A DISTANCE OF 21.68 FEET;

THENCE N 04° 45’ 10” E, A DISTANCE OF 52.15 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF SAID TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY AND A POINT ON THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-17;

THENCE N 02° 03” 11” W, A DISTANCE OF 152.77 FEET TO THE COMMON CORNER OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-17 AND SAID PARCEL NO. RW-16 AND A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE;

THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-16 THE FOLLOWING THREE (3) COURSES:

1. ALONG THE ARC OF A NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE LEFT HAVING A

RADIUS OF 247.00 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 07° 21’ 55” AND AN ARC

LENGTH OF 31.75 FEET, THE CHORD OF WHICH BEARS N 17° 12’ 56”, A

DISTANCE OF 31.73 FEET;

2. N 13° 31” 59 “ E, A DISTANCE OF 157.59 FEET TO A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE;

3. ALONG THE ARC OF A NON-TANGENT

CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 665.00 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 13° 57’ 26” AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 161.99 FEET, THE CHORD OF WHICH BEARS N 20° 30’ 42” E, A DISTANCE OF 161.59 FEET TO THE EASTERLY CORNER OF THE REMAINDER OF LOT 58, TWIN OAKS AMENDED, A SUBDIVISION PLAT RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 248925;

THENCE N 37° 58’ 39” E, A DISTANCE OF 102.94 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH

LINE OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-16, ALSO BEING A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF

CLARKE’S CIRCLE RIGHT-OF-WAY, AS DEDICATED BY SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT;

THENCE N 37° 58’ 39” E, A DISTANCE OF 79.79 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH

LINE OF SAID CLARKE’S CIRCLE, ALSO BEING A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-15;

THENCE N 38° 21’ 43” E, A DISTANCE OF 31.65 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-15 AND A POINT OF NON-TANGENT CURVATURE;

THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL RW-15 AND ALONG THE ARC OF A NON-TANGENT CURVE TO THE RIGHT, HAVING A RADIUS OF 560.00 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 09° 07’ 54” AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 89.25 FEET, THE CHORD OF WHICH BEARS N 46° 09’ 19” E, A DISTANCE OF 89.16 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT, BEING THE NORTH CORNER OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-15, AND BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PARCEL NO. RW-14, AS DESCRIBED IN THAT SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 2024020898, SAID DOUGLAS COUNTY RECORDS;

THENCE S 17° 17’ 13” W, ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT AND ALONG THE COMMON LINE OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-15 AND SAID PARCEL NO. RW-14, A DISTANCE OF 90.50 FEET TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL NO. RW-15, BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID CLARK’S CIRCLE RIGHT-OF- WAY AND NORTHWEST CORNER OF THAT PORTION OF SAID TERRITORIAL ROAD

RIGHT-OF-WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 8816440;

THENCE N 89° 40’ 41” E, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID PORTION OF TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, A DISTANCE OF 1628.83 FEET TO A POINT ONTHE WEST LINE OF BURLINGTON NORTHERN SANTA FE RAILROAD RIGHTOF-WAY;

THENCE S 15° 17’ 57” W, ALONG SAID WEST LINE, A DISTANCE OF 62.30 FEET TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PORTION OF TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, AS DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 8816440;

THENCE S 89° 40’ 41”W, ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PORTION OF TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY, A DISTANCE OF 1599.62 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID PORTION OF TERRITORIAL ROAD RIGHTOF-WAY, ALSO BEING A POINT ON THE EASTERLY LINE OF THAT PORTION OF TERRITORIAL ROAD, AS SHOWN ON SAID TWIN OAKS PLAT, ALSO BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THAT PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED IN THAT SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 2022065656, SAID DOUGLAS COUNTY RECORDS;

THENCE ALONG THE COMMON LINE OF SAID PORTION OF THE TERRITORIAL

ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY AND ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED, THE FOLLOWING TWO (2) COURSES:

1. S 17° 17’ 13” W, A DISTANCE OF 534.53

FEET TO A POINT OF CURVATURE;

2. ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A RADIUS OF 198.98

FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 31° 52’ 19” AND AN ARC LENGTH OF 110.69 FEET, THE CHORD OF WHICH BEARS S33°13’ 23”W, A DISTANCE OF 109.26 FEET TO THE NORTH CORNER OF SAID TRACT C;

THENCE S 17° 17’ 13”

amount will be required. The Bid Bond will be retained by Owner as liquidated damages should the Successful Bidder fail to enter into a Contract with the Owner in accordance with the Bid. Bidders must supply a list of Subcontractors providing $10,000 or more in labor and/or materials to the Project.

Attention is called to the fact that Bidders offer to assume the obligations and liabilities imposed by the Contract Documents. The Successful Bidder for the Project will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond in the full amount of the Contract Price, in conformity with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

Bidders are hereby advised that the Owner reserves the right to not award a Contract until sixty (60) days from the date of the opening of Bids, and Bidders expressly agree to keep their Bids open for the sixty (60) day time period. Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any informality, technicality or irregularity in any Bid, to disregard all non-conforming, non-responsive, conditional or alternate Bids, to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, to require statements or evidence of Bidders’ qualifications, including financial statements, and to accept the proposal that is in the opinion of the Owner in its best interest. Owner also reserves the right to extend the Bidding period by Addendum if it appears in its interest to do so.

Any questions concerning this bid shall be directed in writing to: Peggy Ripko at pripko@sdmsi.com no later than July 17, 2025.

Legal Notice NO. DC 1571

Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press Public Notice

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Separate sealed bids for the CIP24-034 –Chambers Rd – Stroh Rd Traffic Signal as described in the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, will be received by electronic bid through Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System until 11:00am local time, July 22, 2025 and then publicly opened and read aloud via an online Zoom conference. The Zoom conference information will be added to BidNet Direct via a Communication prior to the bid date.

Electronic construction plans, specifications and forms for preparing bids may be obtained on Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System on or after 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2025

All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Bond in an amount of at least five percent (5%) of the Bid. The vendors can upload their bid bond when responding online. The bond will be retained by the Town as liquidated damages if the successful bidder refuses or fails to enter into a Contract and Performance, Payment and Maintenance bond in accordance with his bid when notified of the award.

The Town shall issue a written addendum if substantial changes which impact the technical submission of Bids are required. Addenda will be posted on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System. Plan Holders are responsible for either revisiting website prior to the due date to ensure that they have any addenda which may have been issued after the initial download. The Plan Holder shall certify its acknowledgment of the addendum by signing the addendum and returning it with its Bid. In the event of conflict with the original contract documents, addenda shall govern all other contract documents to the extent specified. Subsequent addenda shall govern over prior addenda only to the extent specified.

The extent of the work is approximately as follows:

Construction of a mast arm traffic signal at the intersection of Chambers Road and Stroh Road. The work also includes, but not limited to, concrete flatwork, concrete caissons, pavement markings, and traffic control.

Bids may not be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after the time fixed for closing them. The Owner reserves the right to waive irregularities, to waive technical defects accordingly as the best interest of the Town may be served, may reject any and all bids, and shall award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder as determined by the Owner.

All bidders questions and inquires shall be directed to the Town of Parker’s Project Manager, Chris Hudson, chudson@parkerco.gov.

Tom Williams, PE, Engineering/Public Works Director

This Notice to Bidders is not valid without the above signature.

NOTICE TO NONRESIDENT BIDDERS

The purpose of this notice is to comply with C.R.S. § 8-19-104(3). If a nonresident bidder is from a state that provides a bidding preference to bidders from that state, then a comparable percentage disadvantage will be applied to the bid of that nonresident bidder. Nonresident bidders may obtain additional information from the Web site for the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.

Legal Notice No. DC 1546

Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE CONCERNING BUDGET AMENDMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity has arisen to amend the South Metro Fire Rescue Fire Protection District’s 2025 Budget; that a copy of the proposed Amended 2025 Budget has been filed at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado 80112, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of a Resolution to Amend the 2025 Budget will be considered at a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 9195 E. Mineral Avenue, Centennial, Colorado, on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolution to Amend the 2025 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.

SOUTH METRO FIRE RESCUE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

By: /s/ Stephanie Corbo Chief Financial Officer

Legal Notice No. DC 1573

Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Roxborough Water and Sanitation District of Douglas and Jefferson County, Colorado, will make final payment at the offices of Roxborough Water and Sanitation District, 6222 N. Roxborough Road, Littleton, CO 80125, on or after 8:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 16, 2025, to J.R. Filanc Construction Company, Inc. for all work done by said Contractor on the Pump Station Improvements construction contract, all of said construction located at the Roxborough Water and Sanitation District, Zone 2 Pump Station (6549 Rampart Range Road, Littleton, Colorado 80125), Zone 3 Pump Station (10909 Roxborough Drive, Littleton, Colorado 80125) and Zone 4 Pump Station (10589 Mossrock Run, Littleton, Colorado 80125) in Douglas County, State of Colorado.

Any person, co-partnership, association of persons, company or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the Contractor or his Subcontractor, at any time up to and including the time of final settlement for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the Roxborough Water and Sanitation District, 6222 N. Roxborough Road, Littleton, CO 80125, at or before the time and date herein above shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such verified statement will release said Roxborough Water and Sanitation District, its Board of Directors, officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.

ROXBOROUGH WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT

By: Mike Marcum, General Manager Legal Notice No. DC 1528

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE FOR PARKER PROFESSIONAL PARK PROPERTY ANNEXATION

Notice is hereby given that the Town Council of the Town of Parker, Colorado, has by resolution set a public meeting regarding the consideration of the Parker Professional Park Property Annexation Ordinance on July 7, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as this matter can be heard, in the Town of Parker Town Hall, 20120 E. Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado 80138. The purpose of the public meeting is to determine if the proposed annexation for the property described in this public notice complies with Article II, Section 30(1)(c) of the Colorado Constitution and C.R.S. § 31-12-106(1). The Town Council Resolution No. 25-033, Series of 2025, reads as follows:

RESOLUTION NO. 25-033, Series of 2025

TITLE: A RESOLUTION SETTING THE DATE FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE ANNEXATION ORDINANCE FOR THE PARKER PROFESSIONAL PARK PROPERTY FOR SECOND READING ON JULY 7, 2025

WHEREAS, certain real property commonly known as the Parker Professional Park property is located in unincorporated Douglas County and is described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated by this reference (the “Parker Professional Park Property”); and

WHEREAS, the Parker Professional Park

Property is entirely contained within the outer boundaries of the Town of Parker, Colorado, and has been surrounded for a period of not less than three (3) years.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF PARKER, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The ordinance to annex the Parker Professional Park Property will be considered on second reading by the Town Council on July 7, 2025, at the Town of Parker Town Hall, which is located at 20120 East Mainstreet, Parker, Colorado 80138, to determine if the proposed annexation complies with the Constitution of the State of Colorado, Article II, Section 30(1)(c), and C.R.S. § 31-12-106(1). RESOLVED AND PASSED this 19th day of May, 2025.

TOWN OF PARKER, COLORADO

Joshua Rivero, Mayor

ATTEST: Chris Vanderpool, Town Clerk

EXHIBIT A: Legal Description

Those certain Portions of Lot 2, Parker Professional Park, in the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, per Plat recorded August 26, 1982, at Reception No. 290404, in the Official Records of said County, Lots 1A and 1B, Parker Professional Park First Amendment, per Plat recorded September 1, 1987, at Reception No. 8725509, in said official records, and the Parcel of Land described in the Warranty Deed recorded December 22, 1961, in Book 141, at Page 154, in said official records, located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 15, Township 6 South, Range 66 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, said County and State, being more particularly described as follows:

Beginning at the southeast corner of Walgreens Annexation, as shown on the Annexation Plat recorded November 19, 1999, at Reception No. 99097981, in said official records, being a point on the westerly line of State Highway 83 Annexation, as shown on the Annexation Plat recorded February 5, 1990, at Reception No. 9002842, in said official records;

Thence along said westerly line of State Highway 83 Annexation the following 3 courses:

1) South 11º48’49” East, a distance of 122.00 feet; 2) South 17º03’10” East, a distance of 92.42 feet; 3) South 09º04’19” East, a distance of 101.77 feet to the northeast corner of DiRezza Annexation, as shown on the Annexation Plat recorded January 30, 2004, at Reception No. 2004011637, in said official records;

Thence along the northerly line of said DiRezza Annexation, South 85º27’01” West, a distance of 339.78 feet to the southeast corner of E. T. Technologies, Inc. Annexation Phase II, as shown on the Annexation Plat recorded March 29, 2002, at Reception No. 02030385, in said official records; Thence along the easterly line of said E. T. Technologies, Inc. Annexation Phase II the following 2 courses:

1) North 07º17’55” West, a distance of 8.81 feet to the beginning of a non- tangent curve concave westerly having a radius of 4,841.00 feet, the radius point of said curve

bears South 82º42’10” West; 2) Northerly along said non-tangent curve and the northerly prolongation thereof, through a central angle of 03º31’17”: an arc length of 297.53 feet to the southerly line of Lincoln Professional Park LP Annexation as shown on the Annexation Plat recorded September 9, 2008, at Reception No. 2008062365, in said official records; Thence along said southerly line of Lincoln Professional Park LP Annexation, along the southerly line of Peaslee Annexation, as shown on the Annexation Plat recorded January 25, 2002, at Reception No. 02008696, in said official records, and along the southerly line of said Walgreens Annexation, North 84º08’12” East, a distance of 320.21 feet to the point of beginning.

Containing an area of 102,033 square feet, 2.342 acres, more or less.

Legal Notice No. DC 1400

First Publication: June 5, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Anna M. Campbell, also known as Ann M. Campbell, also Known as Ann Campbell, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30266

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 November 5, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Laura A. Dougan

c/o Kokish & Goldmanis P.C. 316 Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104

Personal Representative

Legal Notice NO. DC 1580

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of David Brandon Rodriguez, a/k/a David B. Rodriguez, a/k/a David Rodriguez, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR030277

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 November 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Sheena Tavana, Personal Representative c/o Mollie B. Hawes, Miller and Steiert, P.C. 1901 W. Littleton Blvd. Littleton, CO 80120

Legal Notice NO. DC 1575

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of MATTHEW AUSTIN NORDAKER, aka MATTHEW A. NORDAKER, aka MATT A. NORDAKER, aka MATT NORDAKER, Deceased Case Number 2025PR030264

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 OCTOBER 28, 2025 or the claims may be forever barred.

SHAYLA NORDAKER Personal Representative 5567 SADDLE SKIRT STREET PARKER, CO 80134

Legal Notice No. DC 1542

First Publication: June 26, 2025 Last Publication: July 10, 2025 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Jean Michel Cayatte, a/k/a Michel Cayatte, a/k/a J. Michel Cayatte, a/k/a Jean M. Cayatte, and Jean Cayatte, Deceased Case Number: 2025 PR 30250

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 November 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Betty L. Cayatte, Personal Representative 11129 Sheffield Court Parker, CO 80134

Phone: 303-522-7238

Email: bcayatte@msn.com

Legal Notice No. DC 1574

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Harry Roman Spanke, a/k/a Harry R. Spanke, a/k/a Harry Spanke, Deceased Case Number: 25PR30133

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, October 20, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Matthew H. Spanke

Personal Representive 6618 S. 88th Street Omaha, NE 68127-4411

Legal Notice No. DC 1512

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Richard Albert Farmer, aka Richard A. Farmer, aka Richard Farmer, Deceased Case Number 2025PR030220

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 October 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Kristi Radosevich Attorney to the Personal Representative PO Box 2708 Elizabeth, CO 80107

Legal Notice No. DC 1527

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Nona Marie Flynn, aka Nona M. Flynn, Deceased Case Number: 25PR89

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 November 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Therese Karsten Personal Representative 9499 Bellmore Lane Highlands Ranch CO 80126

Legal Notice No. DC 1547

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sheri M. Pennington, also known as Sheri Martin Pennington, Sheri Lou Pennington, andSheri Pennington, Deceased Case Number: 2025PR30268

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 November 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

Larry K. Pennington Personal Representative 16371 Parkside Drive Parker, Colorado, 80134

Legal Notice No. DC 1568

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of RUTH LORRAINE ALSUM, a.k.a. R. LORRAINE ALSUM, a.k.a. LORRAINE ALSUM, Deceased Case Number 2025 PR 30258, Division COC

All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Douglas County District Court,Castle Rock, Colorado, on or before November 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.

JAMES G. ALSUM Personal Representative

Singalong/Harmonize/Learn

DCHS

Elizabeth Johnson Case No.:2025C380

By: Clerk of Combined Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. DC 1137

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on June 12, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Selina Carr-McEwen be changed to Selina Carr Case No.: 25C449

By: Shaine Heth

Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. DC 1532

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on May 25. 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult

has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Ilze Yanine-Rodriguez Shook be changed to Ilze Yanine Shook Case No.: 25C348

By: Shaine Heth

Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. DC 1526

First Publication: June 26, 2025

Last Publication: July 10, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on May 27, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Deana Thuy Vi Ngoc Trinh be changed to Thuy-Vi Ngoc Trinh Case No.: 25C388

By: Shaine Heth

Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. DC 1514

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on June 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Alichia Joycell Stantonbe changed to Alisha Stanton–Joycell Langley

Case No.: 2025 C 295

By: Shaine Heth

Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. DC 1569

First Publication: July 3, 2025

Last Publication: July 17, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on June 2, 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a minor child has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Dassanayake Arachchige Hirun Dinsara Dassanayake be changed to Hirun Dinsara Dassanayake

Case No.: 25C412

By: Shaine Heth

Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk

Legal Notice No. DC 1520

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on May 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name of Ramzi Antone Bahu be changed to Remzi Antone Bahu Case No.: 25 C 416

By: Judge Brian Fields

Legal Notice No. DC 1506

First Publication: June 19, 2025

Last Publication: July 3, 2025

Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name

Public notice is given on May 2025, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Douglas County Combined Court.

The Petition requests that the name