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Elbert County, Kiowa reach law enforcement agreement Town’s police department was disbanded in late March STAFF REPORT
Scholarship winners were recognized during the Elizabeth High commencement ceremony. Students received a combined $1.6 million. PHOTOS BY TABATHA STEWART
Grads urged to vote, be compassionate Elizabeth High School sends seniors out into the world BY TABATHA STEWART SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
The stands of Elizabeth High’s football stadium were filled to capacity with relatives and friends of approximately 168 seniors during the May 25 commencement exercises. Attendees braved a chilly wind, with remnants of snow on the field, to watch their graduates make the move from students to adults. Principal Bret McClendon encouraged students to take
full advantage of their newly earned right to vote, and make their own difference in the world. “Vote. It is the single most important responsibility you have as young adults,” said McClendon. “Too many people pass this responsibility off to others. It’s your responsibility now, don’t waste it.” The choir sang “The Road Home” followed by an instrumental presentation of “Moana,” before the school’s 10 valedictorians were recognized, and each addressed the crowd with stories of high school, hopes for the future, and words of advice. SEE GRADS, P4
Elizabeth High School Principal Bret McClendon encouraged students to exercise their new right to vote as they go out into the world.
Elbert County commissioners have approved a deal for the sheriff ’s office to provide law enforcement services for the Town of Kiowa, according to a news release from the county. On May 22, commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement that details the sheriff ’s office’s responsibilities when it comes to calls for service in Kiowa, the county seat. The town’s police department disbanded in late March. “When all local governments that serve our citizens work together, there are good outcomes,” Commissioner Chris Richardson said in the release. “This agreement is an excellent example. It provides a framework that ensures the public safety of the residents of the Town of Kiowa without burdening the taxpayers of unincorporated Elbert County. I’m glad the town trustees look to the county as a partner.” The agreement calls for the town to compensate the county $40,000 for the remainder of this year and $75,000 for 2020. The deal also calls for Kiowa to pay $5,000 for victim advocate services this year and $6,000 for next year. The IGA outlines the responsibilities of the sheriff ’s office as follows: “The type of law enforcement services to be provided by the sheriff, within the boundaries of Kiowa situated in Elbert County, shall be similar to the routine or nonextraordinary law enforcement services provided in unincorporated areas of the County of Elbert and will include patrols, SEE POLICE, P9
THE BOTTOM LINE PERIODICAL
“It’s safe to assume, and maybe it’s me being overly optimistic, that we’re going to see a better version of (the Nuggets) next year.” Tim Connelly, Denver Nuggets president of basketball operations | Page 23 INSIDE
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