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VOLUME 154 | ISSUE 49
Jeffco school board member resigns, leaving opening BY YESENIA ROBLES FOR CHALKBEAT COLORADO
From left, Judy Baker, Jane Tracy, Congressman Ed Perlmutter, Nola Krajewski and Megara Pullen attend a ribbon cutting and plaque dedication honoring John Tracy in Golden. PHOTOS BY BOB WOOLEY
Tracy memorial plaque dedicated in Golden Family and friends pay tribute to his character and love for the city PHOTOS BY BOB WOOLEY BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Dozens of people gathered for a ribboncutting and memorial plaque dedication honoring long-time Golden newsman and city booster, John Tracy. The plaque is located on the south side of the Golden Visitors Center, near the walking path along Clear Creek.
Jane Tracy stands for a portrait at the dedication of the memorial plaque honoring her late husband John Tracy in Golden.
Democrats roll to victories in an increasingly blue Jeffco Voter rolls show definite shift over last decade BY PAUL ALBANI-BURGIO PALBANIBURGIO@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
It’s been over 100 years since there was a Jefferson County Board of Commissioners without a Republi-
can commissioner. But that will be the case come January after Democrats won the two seats up for election in 2020 to take over the entire board for the first time since the late 1880s. It’s a result that might have seemed surprising — shocking even — as recently as 2017 when Republicans still held two of the three seats. But it was par for the course in
2020 as Jeffco voters also preferred the Democratic candidates running for president and Colorado’s US Senate seat by double digit margins, flipped the First Judicial District Attorney’s office blue and chose to send Democrats to the state house in six of the seven districts with more than 250 voters in Jefferson County. SEE JEFFCO, P6
The five-member Jeffco school board soon will have an open seat. Board member Ron Mitchell announced his resignation during a board meeting Thursday night citing health needs and a desire to spend more time with family. “All of my past sins from a health point of Mitchell view are beginning to catch up with me and one of the things I need to do is a better job of taking care of me,” Mitchell said, adding that he didn’t want the public to worry. His resignation will be effective Nov. 12. Mitchell, 75, represents Jeffco’s District 5 which includes the southern part of the district bordering Denver and Arapahoe County. Mitchell is serving a second term on the board which was set to run until next November. Mitchell was first elected to the board after Jeffco voters recalled three conservative board members. He ran for reelection unopposed in 2017. During his tenure, Mitchell served as board president and most recently as one of two board vice presidents. His colleagues on the board praised him as they accepted his resignation. Board member Stephanie Schooley recalled meeting Mitchell when she was a parent at a school meeting. “You made our community feel heard and feel like we were a part of a conversation that mattered,” Schooley said. Mitchell choked back tears as he recalled his long history with the district, first as a student, and later as SEE SCHOOLS, P11
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KEEPING THE FAITH
COVID-19 forces churches in the metro area to adapt in a variety of ways P14
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A TOUGH ASSIGNMENT BY PAUL ALBANI-BURGIO AND BOB WOOLEY PALBANIBURGIO@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM AND BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
With COVID-19 case counts continuing to spike in Jefferson County, attention is returning to Jefferson County Public Schools, which is continuing in-person learning — for now — as the district sees its own rise in cases among students and staff. On Nov. 2. the district set a new record, announcing 59 newly confirmed cases among district staff and students in one day. In all, the district reported 183 new cases just last week, Jeffco’s worst week since it started tracking the COVID-19 status on all students and staff at the end of August. But while there’s no doubt cases are rising within the district, county public experts say current case and transmission data does not suggest the schools themselves have been a major source of transmission within the county. Instead, they say data suggests that the spike in district cases is reflective of “general increased community transmission within Jefferson County.” “This is a concern not just for schools, but every population in the county,” said Melanie Rogers, an infectious diseases epidemiologist for JCPH, in an email responding to questions from Colorado Community Media. “The cases that are seen in schools primarily represent isolated cases; e.g., just one student in a class who is ill, vs. widespread outbreaks.” According to Rogers, most of the
Jeffco Schools Covid-19 cases
Jeffco Schools and COVID-19 {Covid-19 cases Oct. 8 - Oct. 25} confirmed outbreaks in Jeffco Public Schools have involved less than 5 students. “Jeffco Public Schools respond rapidly when a case is identified in order to quarantine close contacts and keep the spread contained and provide additional cleaning and disinfecting in the school environments,” said Rogers, According to JCPH spokeswoman Ashley Sever, Rogers’ primary role in the county Office of Pandemic Response is working with the schools on COVID-19-related matters. However, Rogers works with about half a dozen other staff at JCPH, including members of the executive team and Christine Billings, who leads the office. “Reversing the trend of increased cases in schools will take the collective effort of everyone in the county,” she added. The gameplan Given the relative lack of spread
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{Cases Oct. 27 - Nov. 8}
SYMPTOMATIC Schools in the district currently screen students daily for four common COVID-19 symptoms including a fever of 100.4 degrees or higher, sore throat, runny nose and cough or shortness of breath. They also ask students and staff not to come to school if they, or someone in their home, are experiencing loss of smell or taste, body aches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or headaches, all considered major virus symptoms that require testing. within schools, county health and government officials maintain that it is their goal to make sure in-person learning can continue as they implement new strategies, including a new Public Health Order, aimed at reducing spread within the county. During an Oct. 27 discussion of the county’s plans to mitigate the rise in cases, JCPH Executive Director Jody Erwin told the Jeffco commissioners that JCPH had been in talks with the district about how to do just that. “We really want to avoid changing those learning models between now and the end of the semester or trimester,” said Erwin. “We had a great conversation with them last night where we thought some of the things they are trying to do align with what we are trying to do with the mitigation plan. Margaret Huffman, the director of community health services at JCPH, also added that it “keeping kids in school is so foundational not only for them but also for our families to respond appropriately to this pandemic.” But while the county wants to keep students going to school, Rogers said the county moving to Level 3 “Orange” on the state’s pandemic ranking dial — which goes into effective Nov. 9 — would affect the schools and school activities. The county’s change to Level Orange on the Safer-at-Home dial should be seen as a call to action for everyone in the community according to recent comments from Julie Wilken, Director, Department of Health Services for Jeffco Schools. In an email sent to parents on Nov. 3, Interim Superintendent Kristopher Schuh said the district would attempt to maintain the learning models that are currently in place even under Level Orange. Schuh said the district would be able to do so as long as a mandate requiring a move to online learning did not come from Gov. Jared Polis as districts are decisions about in-person and remote operations have otherwise been left to individual districts. “We track both Jefferson County and our district’s COVID-19 case data each day,” he wrote. “If there were a significant change, especially in Jeffco Public Schools data, then a short-term
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Total active cases
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Active cases at Bear Creek High School, the most of any district location
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Schools that had at least one case but are now healthy
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Percent of Jeffco school facilities with at least one confirmed case
709 Cases so far
Source: Jeffco Schools COVID-19 dashboard as of Nov. 8 switch to remote learning would be considered.” Even a move to a Stay At Home order — the most severe rating the state can give a county — would not necessarily require a move to 100% remote learning, Schuh wrote, noting that “Jefferson is large, and the data may not necessarily reflect what is happening in our schools. However, Schuh said the district would consider a move “if the rate of COVID-19 transmission and outbreaks within schools became unmanageable due to illness, quarantines and staffing shortages.” But he added: If the district’s positive case rate continues to be manageable, we will do our best to continue to have in-person learning in some form as long as it is safe to do so. Controlled quarantines In recent days and weeks many surrounding districts, including Westminster and Cherry Creek, have moved at least temporarily to 100% distance learning, citing rising community COVID-19 cases. In Jeffco, the approach has been to close schools for a 24-hour period of deep cleaning, or in more sever situations, institute a 14-day closure of the school to quarantine all students. So far, such measures have resulted in several schools experiencing the 14-day shutdown, but the district itself has been able to maintain the rest of its in-person learning. Most recently, Arvada West High School closed for all in-person learning Tuesday of this week for a deep clean. The school is facing a dozen confirmed cases. SEE COVID, P3
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Porta-Potty Pyro strikes South Jeffco Sheriff’s Department seeks information to identify the culprit BY BOB WOOLEY BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
A mini crime-wave in south Jefferson County has seen five portable toilets set ablaze in area parks since late July. The most recent fire was set Oct. 16 at Marker Park on South Newland Street, where crime scene tape can still be seen hanging above scorched ground near the park’s tennis courts. According to Jeffco Sheriff ’s Department spokesman
Michael Taplin, there have been some tips through Crime Stoppers, but no suspects have been identified. It’s unclear if the fires are acts of a single suspect or a group, and if they are related. All of the fires have been set at night. The first was set at Robert Easton Park on July 30. Since then, four others have followed, including two at Powderhorn park set just two weeks apart in September, a short distance away from the location of the first blaze. The Jeffco Sheriff ’s Twitter account urges anyone with information about the suspects or the crimes to call the Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Office tip line at 303-271-5612. Anonymous
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Crime scene tape hangs above scorched ground at Marker Park in Littleton. PHOTO BY BOB WOOLEY tips can be made by calling Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. Infor-
mation leading to an arrest might bring a reward of up to $2,000.
According to Rogers, all decisions about what to do when a school learns of an exposure on campus are made in accordance with CDPHE’s guidance for schools. However, she said JCPH will provide assistance if a school needs help interpreting that guidance. As the district has confirmed COVID-19 cases(even among remote-only learners), they have been listed on the district website, as part of the COVID-19 Case Count Dashboard. As of Nov. 6, there were 328 active cases, with 79 new cases recorded on Nov. 4. According to Cameron Bell, the districts executive director of media relations and public information.
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Denver’s Realtor Association Reports That October Listings & Sales Broke 22 Records
The Denver Metro Realtor Association (DMAR) has just released a report by its Market Trends Committee which noted that 22 different records were broken during October. Below is their summary, which is based on statistics from REcolorado, the Denver MLS. These statistics are for the entire MLS which lists property statewide but primarily the Denver metro area. Below is my own analysis limited to the Jeffco statistics from the same MLS. ACTIVE LISTINGS (All Residential) 4,821 represents the lowest October on record. The previous low for October was 6,731 in 2016. (Detached) 2,643 represents the lowest October on record. The previous low for October was 4,720 in 2017. CLOSE PRICE — MEDIAN (All Residential) $475,000 represents the highest amount on record. The previous record was $460,000 recorded in July, August and September of this year. (Detached) $519,900 represents the highest amount on record. The previous record was $510,000 in September of this year. (Attached) $339,425 represents the highest amount on record. The previous record was $335,000 in September of this year. CLOSE PRICE — AVERAGE (All Residential) $561,999 represents the highest amount on record. The previ-
ous record was $540,890 recorded in July 2020. (Detached) $625,100 represents the highest amount on record. The previous record was $602,264 in August 2020. (Attached) $393,733 represents the highest amount on record. The previous record was $384,902 in September 2020. DAYS IN MLS — MEDIAN (All Residential) 6 days represents the lowest October on record. The previous low for October was in 2015 of 10 days. (Detached) 6 days represents the lowest October on record. The previous low for October was in 2015 of 11 days. DAYS IN MLS — AVERAGE (All Residential) 24 days represents the lowest October on record. The previous low for October was in 2015 of 25 days. (Detached) 23 days represents the lowest October on record. The previous low for October was in 2015 of 27 days.
NEW LISTINGS (Attached) 2,022 represents the highest October on record. The previous high for October was 1,657 in 2019. CLOSED (All Residential) 5,984 closed transactions represent the highest October on record. The previous high for October was 5,144 in 2019. (Detached) 4,352 closed transactions represent the highest October on record. The previous high was 3,709 in 2019. (Attached) 1,639 closed transactions represent the highest October on record. The previous high was 1,461 in 2017.
Number of Active Listings on MLS Remains Low Despite Record Number of New Listings
The record low “inventory” continues in Jefferson County, as it does elsewhere in the metro area and much of the country. Most analysts will tell you that it’s because sellers are keeping their homes off the market for one reason or another, but that’s not the truth. The truth is that there are a record number of new listings each month, but they sell so quickly that the number of active listings doesn’t have the opportunity to increase. Here are Jeffco’s October’s stats compared to prior years:
I like to look at weekly statistics. As of this past Sunday, there were 524 active listings in Jeffco of single family homes, condos and townhomes. There were 189 new listings in the 7 days ending on Oct. 8th, but there were 195 closings, 132 of which had gone under contract in 7 days or less. In real estate parlance, that computes to under 3 weeks of inventory — 524 ÷ 195. As of Sunday, there were 1,088 Jeffco homes under contract, more than twice the number of active listings, and 55% of them went under contract in 7 days or less. About those 189 new listings between Oct. 2 and Oct. 8, 137 of them were under contract by Oct. 8th. That’s what I was saying — homes are coming on the market, but they sell right away.
MONTHS OF INVENTORY (All Residential) 0.81 months represents the lowest number on record. The previous record low was 0.91 months of inventory in September 2020. (Detached) 0.61 months represents the lowest amount on record. The previous record was 0.72 months of inventory in September 2020. PENDING (All Residential) 6,141 pending transactions represent the highest October on record. The previous high for October was 6,062 in 2017. (Detached) 4,337 pending transactions represent the highest October on record. The previous high was 4,330 in 2017. (Attached) 1,804 pending transactions represent the highest October on record. The previous high was 1,732 in 2017.
SALES VOLUME (All Residential) $3,363,002,016 sales volume represents the highest October on record. The previous high for October was $2,487,936,752 in 2019. July 2020 holds the all-time record of $3,965,805,480.
Of particular interest, in my opinion, is the difference between the median and average “Days in MLS.” While half the listings went under contract in 6 days or less, the average was 23 or 24 days. That gap is a reflection of how many homes are overpriced and linger on the market a long time, raising the average DIM when they finally go under contract. A search of currently pending MLS listings shows that 983 of them were “Active” for 100 days or longer before finally going under contract. Compare that to 4,097 listings that went under contract in 1 to 6 days.
Price Reduced on 3 Golden Real Estate Listings This 2-bedroom Belmar condo at 7220 W. Bonfils Lane #201 has hardwood floors throughout. The price was just reduced to $698,000. In addition to its two large bedrooms, it has a large study. It has two reserved parking spaces in the secured basement garage. The building opens to Belmar Plaza, which is very active year-round with concerts, outdoor dining and even ice skating in the winter. And of course, it’s in the heart of Belmar. Walk to Whole Foods, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Target, BestBuy, Nordstrom Rack, and numerous restaurants, including Ted’s Montana Grill. Find more details, interior pictures and a narrated video tour online at www.BelmarCondo.info, then call your agent or Jim Smith at 303-525-1851 to request a private showing. The townhome at left is within walking distance of the Colorado School of Mines and Downtown Golden. The address is 707 20th Street. The price was just reduced to $725,000, fully furnished. The interior is loaded with upgraded newer stainless steel appliances in the kitchen along with granite countertops and an eat in kitchen. There are new hardwood floors throughout the main level. All the bathrooms are new with beautiful tile, granite and glass. All the bedrooms have their own baths. Take the narrated video tour at www.GoldenTownhome.com, then call David Dlugasch at 303-908-4835 for a showing. Open house this Saturday 11-2. This 5-bedroom ranch at 120 Field Street in Lakewood is now priced at $550,000. The updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances and both bathrooms have been updated. Thanks to its easy access to the 6th Ave. expressway, this home is only a few minutes from downtown Denver or the foothills. There is a light rail station less than a mile north on Garrison Street. Check out the narrated video tour at www.MeadowlarkHome.info, then call Ty Scrable at 720-281-6783 to see it.
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Local couple pioneering new brand of spirit in Golden Atost offers a Colorado take on the European aperitivo tradition BY PAUL ALBANI-BURGIO PALBANIBURGIO@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The collection of office and warehouse buildings located just south of the interchange of Sixth Avenue and I-70 doesn’t exactly scream “cool and comfortable night out.” But Cindy and Kyle Pressman hope the bland and even gruff nature of that location will actually work to their advantage as they aim to make it just that — a “night out” destination spot. “When it gets later and its dark and the parking lot is empty and its dark and its kind of a unique space,” said Kyle Pressman. “And I think that actually plays to our favor where people will be like `am I actually going to a real spot?’ and then they walk in and they are like ‘oh, this is actually really cool.” The “it” Kyle is referring to is the atost Lounge, a small and sleek space where customers can sample the Pressman’s own take on the beverages that are most popularly consumed as a beforedinner drink in France and Italy — referred to as apéritifs and apertivos respectively. Cindy said she and Kyle began learning about aperitivos after realizing they had differing tastes when it came to alcoholic drinks
that often made enjoying one together difficult. “I’m not a big drinker but when I do drink I like to drink white wine while Kyle usually grabs for a spirit,” said Cindy Pressman. “So that just meant for me that I would end up pouring myself a glass but the whole bottle would go to waste or I would end up drinking more than I wanted. We wanted a drink we could both enjoy together.” Given that interest, the idea of apertivos — which Cindy said are often sipped on over a long period of time with friends — had a natural appeal. But there was one problem. “We fell in love with everything about it except the liquid,” she said. “They are very bitter and high in sugar.” So they decided to try their hand at producing their own brand of spirits that are lower in sugar and less bitter than traditional aperitivos and can be enjoyed on the rocks. Their resulting line of atost spirits, produced entirely at the Golden facility, are produced from a base of a spirit that is made by distilling grapes to a high alcohol content. That spirit is infused with several ingredients that provide varying flavors and then mixed with a chardonnay that has been further fermented with honey and sugar. “We like to say it’s a spirit for a wine lover,” said Cindy Pressman. “So it drinks more like a spirit but has the mouthfeel of a wine.”
THE BUSINESS Atost American Aperitivos 15810 W. Sixth Ave. Golden 303-862-4996 Bottles can be purchased online at atost.co Currently, atost offers three different spirits that they liken to representing phases and parts of a plant. The Roots spirit is “Earthy, herbaceous and where the plant starts” while the Bloom spirit is floral with hints of rose hibiscus and juicy strawberry according to Kyle Pressman “It’s like a spirit version of rose” he said. The taste of the Citrus spirit, meanwhile, is more self-explanatory. Because atost’s products are legally considered wines, they can be ordered on the atost website and mailed directly to one’s home. However, bottles can also be purchased at the atost lounge, where those looking for a lounge experience can also order them on the rocks, with a splash of champagne or mixed into one of several cocktails. “We want this to be kind of an experiential space where we can bring people in and tell them a story but also give them a really cool, intimate experience” said Kyle of the lounge, which offers a view into the spaces where the spirits are produced. “It’s kind of a speakeasy experience which is kind of fun.”
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A dramatic shift It’s a shift towards the Democrats that few can appreciate the magnitude of more than incumbent Republican commissioner Libby Szabo, who won election to her District 1 commissioner seat by around 6%. This year, she lost her reelection by 8.3%, a margin she notes was closely mirrored by those in several of the other countywide races, including that for DA. “When I came to be the county commissioner there was one elected Democrat in the county government, Commissioner Casey Tighe,” Szabo said. “When I leave in January there will be one elected Republican and that will be Sheriff Jeff Shrader. So, things have changed a lot.” But what’s behind the once reliably red Jefferson County’s sudden move into the blue column? Scott Merrifield, the first vice chair of the Jeffco Democratic Party, said Jeffco seems emblematic of a broader shift toward the Democratic party over the last four years (the Democrats also saw several big wins in 2018) that can be seen in suburban communities throughout the nation. It’s a shift that Merrifield said the Jeffco Dems were well-positioned to build upon through a coordinated effort to both get out the vote among Democrats and sell their candidates to unaffiliated voters and even Republicans, which allowed the democrats to win the turnout battle in a high-turnout election. “The party targeted 90,000 of the registered democrats in Jeffco to remind them to get out to vote,” said Merrifield. “And of the 90,000 that the party worked on 96% of them turned out to vote. That’s insane.”
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With an estimated turnout of 90% of active, registered voters, Jeffco will break its previous record for general election participation of 88%, set in 2016. More than 85% of voters submitted their ballots early, and approximately 5% voted in person. The vast majority of voters used one of the county’s secure, 24-hour drop boxes — Jeffco increased the number of boxes from 15 to 36 over the last two years. - Jeffco Clerk and Recorder’s office
November 2015 Republicans - 108,801 Democrats - 101,716 Unaffiliated - 124,475
Denise Mund, the chair of the Jeffco Republicans, said her party has not yet had the time to fully delve into the election data to draw conclusions about the results but would thoroughly do so. However, she said she has also seen a change in the past few years. “Obviously, I would prefer that, you know, the county represented conservative values the way that it did in the past,” she said. “Personally, I don’t like to see the changes that have happened: our taxes will continue to go up and we’re having extreme policies that are adopted by our elected officials and I honestly don’t think it truly represents the heart of the citizens of Jefferson County.” Registered Dems more numerous The county’s newfound tilt toward the Democrats is reflected in party identification data as registered Democrats outnumbered registered Republicans by 18,000 voters as of Nov. 1. That is in itself a significant change from 2015, when Republicans outnumbered Democrats by around 7,000 votes (with the numbered of registered Republicans actually decreasing since). However, then, as now, the biggest category of voters was actually independents, which currently outnumber the Democrats by 60,000 voters. While the results for the Republicans weren’t good, the data suggests they could have been even worse as regis-
November 2020 Republicans - 108,283 Democrats - 126,388 Unaffiliated -181.006
tered Democrats actually outnumber Republicans by about 17%, which is higher than the 10% or so margin seen in several of this year’s election results. While complete voting data is not yet available, Jeffco Deputy Clerk Val Abramovich said, up until the day before the election, turnout for both Democrats and Republicans was “about the same.” Joni Inman, who lost the race for the District 2 commissioner seat, said one trend she feels having an impact on results is a seeming decline in split ticket voting. “The curious part about it is that the margins were almost the same across all of the races,” she said. “That tells me there was pretty straight line voting.” However, District 3 commissioner Lesley Dahlkemper, who will chair the now all-Democrat board, said she the results reaffirm her belief that voters are more concerned with candidates than parties when it comes to making choices at the county level. “Jeffco voters respond to leaders who listen, find common ground and work together to solve problems,” Dahlkemper said in an email. “While we see partisan politics and divisiveness at the national level, Jeffco voters want local leaders who put aside partisan politics and get results. There’s no room for one issue candidates — no matter
Laurel Imer speaks at a party for Republican candidates at the Denver Mariott West hotel in Golden. PHOTO BY PAUL ALBANI-BURGIO
which side of the aisle you’re on.” During a speech at her election party on Nov. 3, Laurel Imer, the Republican candidate for the House District 24 seat, criticized the state Republican Party’s approach to recent elections and her belief that it had not supported campaigns in the district because it considered it unwinnable. Although she lost by 30 percent, she said her campaign had out-raised every other in District 24 history by raising more than $24,000 in individual donations and held it up as model for Republicans to make future inroads. “The numbers in the district tell us that (we didn’t stand a chance) because we are the bottom of the rung below independents and Democrats, so we knew it was unwinnable,” she said to her supporters. “But did any of you ever think that I was running a race that was unwinnable? That’s the first SEE JEFFCO, P7
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Jefferson County election results With an estimated 99% of cast ballots counted, as of Nov. 6, here are the unofficial results from Jefferson County. Note that several races, including those for congressional seats, involve votes from beyond just Jefferson County. Jefferson County Commissioner, District 1 Libby Szabo (incumbent), Republican: 43.2% Tracy Kraft-Tharp, Democrat: 52.5% Hans Romer, Libertarian: 4.3% Jefferson County Commissioner District 2 Joni Inman, Republican: 43.9% Andy Kerr, Democrat: 56.1% First Congressional District Attorney Alexis King, Democrat: 54.8% Matthew Durkin, Republican: 45.2% President Joseph Biden / Kamala Harris 57.9% Donald Trump / Mike Pence 39.3% (Statewide, Biden garnered 55.2% of the vote, to Trump’s 42%)
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step. If you are going to be a winner you’ve got to be a winner from day one until the end.” Parties expect county to be competitive in future
US Senate John Hickenlooper 57% Cory Gardner 41.1% (Statewide, Hickenlooper won 53.3% while Gardner had 44.4%) US Congress District 1 Shane Bolling - 23.1% Diana DeGette - 74.4% (In Jefferson County, Bolling is beating DeGette by 1,714 votes) US Congressional District 2 Joe Neguse, Democrat: 61.3% Charlie Winn, Republican: 35.6% Thom Atkinson, Libertarian: 2.6% Gary Swing, Unity: 0.5% US Congress District 7 Casper Stockham, Republican: 37.6% Ed Perlmutter (incumbent), Democrat: 59.1% Ken Biles, Libertarian: 2.7% David Olszta, Unity Party: 0.6%
State Senate District 19 Lynn Gerber, Republican: 40.8% Rachel Zenzinger (incumbent), Democrat: 59.2% House District 1 Samantha Koch, Republican: 32.8% Susan Lontine, Democrat: 67.2% House District 22 Colin Larson (incumbent), Republican: 51.3% Mary Parker, Democrat: 45.5% Margot Herzl, Libertarian: 3.2%
State Board of Education D1 Sydnnia Wulff, Republican: 23% Merrifield, meanwhile, said that while county has gone strongly Democrat the past few years, no one should assume it will reliably be that way going forward. “We’re not Denver, we’re not Boulder, politically we are a very diverse county,” he said. “I think what we have done over the last four years especially but going even before that is shown more and more that Democrat repre-
sentatives bring home to the county what people want and I think what we have to do is to keep showing them that that’s who we are and that’s who they need to vote for. But we cannot take that for granted and say now we’re a blue county and we can just sit back because we know that the Democrats are gonna win. Absolutely not.” The Republicans, for their part, aren’t giving up anytime soon either,
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House District 24 Monica Duran (incumbent), Democrat: 64% Laurel Imer, Republican: 36% House District 25 Lisa Cutter (incumbent), 52.8% Donald Rosier, Republican: 47.2% House District 27 Brianna Titone (incumbent): 48.7% Vicki Pyne, Republican: 45.6% Corey Schaeffer, Libertarian: 5.1% House District 28 Kerry Tipper (incumbent), Democrat: 57.6% Pedro “Pete” Roybal, Republican: 36.9% Amara Hildebrand, Libertarian: 5.5% House District 29 Lindsey Daugherty, Democrat: 56.1% Vanessa DeMott, 38.4% Ryan Van Gundy, Libertarian: 5.5% House District 38 Richard Champion, Republican: 44.4% David Ortiz, Democrat: 55.6% Mund said. “The people that I know that are volunteers for the party, have strong convictions and are not guarded,” Mund said. “And I don’t see them in any way giving up, instead I see that we will be digging into the data and looking at ways that we can improve across the board. Nothing will be left unscrutinized and we will make sure that we come back better and stronger.”
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A-West grad earns Girl Scout earns high honor for helping all girls in school Julia Trujllo receives Gold Award bringing needed supplies into the bathroom
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For most women, periods are a part of everyday life. So why is their existence often treated like some kind of taboo? That’s the question that led Julia Trujillo and the other members of the intersectional feminist club she founded at Arvada West High School to launch an effort to get the school to install menstrual product dispensers in its student restrooms. “We have them in our clinic but that was something unknown to most people,” said Trujillo. “And I really felt like it perpetuated this idea that a period is like a sickness or a public event instead of something to be handled in the privacy of your own home.” Trujillo created a presentation aiming to convey that point and presented it to administrators at Arvada West High School. “They were really not receptive to the idea,” she said. “It got a lot of pushback.” So Trujillo decided to take matters in her own hands by launching a campaign to raise funds from the community to buy menstrual supply dispensers. Eight months later, she had raised enough to acquire three dispensers as well as a year’s supply of products to stock them. `The whole thing was just so much more involved than I had expected,” Trujillo said. `It was such a struggle and that made me realize that students everywhere would be facing the same unaddressed basic necessity.” That’s when Trujillo started to think bigger She enlisted the help of her state representative, House District 27 Rep. Brianna Titone. The pair worked together on a bill that would have set up a grant program to help schools afford menstrual product dispensers to place in their schools that would have prioritized schools with low income populations that Titone eventually introduced on the house floor. Titone, however, insisted that
Julia Trujillo, second from left in front, and members of Arvada High School’s intersectional feminist group pose in front of the Colorado state capitol where they advocated a bill that would’ve helped schools pay to make menstrual products more accessible to students. Colorado representative Brianna Titone, back left, introduced the bill on the floor. COURTESY PHOTOS Trujillo and the other girls in the club help her promote the bill by lobbying legislators and testifying on the house floor. “I thought it was a great opportunity to not run a bill for them, but run a bill with them, so they could learn what the process is like firsthand,” Titone said. That experience turned out to be both an empowering and eye-opening one, Trujilo said. “I was definitely very surprised, honestly, at how receptive policymakers were to my perspective my ideas on this bill,” she said. “And I think it definitely was like a testament to how much I think people in government actually want to hear from us when it comes to like issues that impact youth. It’s a very cool experience to sort of have that affirmed.” Unfortunately, the one thing Titone and Trujillo didn’t expect was COVID-19, which led the house to make the decision not to move forward with the bill due to the budget constraints that have resulted from the pandemic. But while the bill didn’t ultimately pass, Trujillo’s efforts to expand access to menstrual materials have nonetheless gotten notice. On Oct. 11, Girl Scouts of the USA
Each year, thousands of Girl Scouts nationwide earn the Gold Award, the highest achievement a Girl Scout in high school can earn. These Gold Award Girl Scouts tackle an issue that is dear to them and drive lasting change in their communities and beyond. Annually, GSUSA recognizes 10 of these girls as National Gold Award Girl Scouts for completing projects that exemplify strong leadership and sustainable impact. Earning the Gold Award opens doors to scholarships, preferred admission tracks for college, and career opportunities — as well as skills that set girls up for success, like strategic thinking, communication, collaboration, problem solving, and time management. Julia Trujillo, right, and members of Arvada West High School’s intersectional feminsim club discuss the bill with a lawmaker at the capitol.
announced that Trujillo, who got started in Girl Scouts as a Daisy Scout at just five years old, had been named a 2020 National Gold Award Girl Scout, an honor presented each year to just 10 girl scouts nationwide in recognition of their “showing extraordinary leadership and creating change with sustainable impact.” “These 10 remarkable girls are proof that Girl Scouts gives girls the tools to harness their inner power and make a meaningful difference in the world. In this difficult year and always, Girl Scouts are our hope for the future,” said Girl Scouts of the USA
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Busy as a bee - Pat Donahue BY ALICE DEMPSEY SPECIAL TO THE GOLDEN TRANSCRIPT
One of Pat Donahue’s latest weekend activities was displaying her bee-keeping colony in Golden’s History Park last summer. “Busy as a bee” accurately describes Pat’s lifetime of adventure. Born in Akron, Ohio, she was in the middle of six children. In her early years she admired her older sister who was a nurse, and dreamed of becoming one herself. Pat attended the University of Akron, and graduated in 1986. She was placed in the intensive care unit at Akron General Hospital. Relishing activity, Pat began feeling restless and became a traveling nurse. She enjoyed “seeing new places and meeting new people.” Stops included Santa Barbara and San Diego, California, working in the intensive care units of their hospitals. She said, “There you don’t have time to think, just act quickly.” One day she said her goodbyes, got her car and headed to Colorado. She spent six months nursing in Grand Junction, and then moved on to Denver. Here she “had the great fortune” to meet her future husband, Kevin Skeate, a nurse at Porter Hospital in Denver. He wanted to become an anesthesiologist. Together they enjoy both mountain and road
biking, and going up Lookout Mountain remains one of their favorite rides today. In fact, one of their first dates was a mountain bike ride on Green Mountain where Pat took a faceplant over the handlebars. “He was impressed at my athleticism and how sporty I looked with a face full of mud!” They married, and soon after moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he could complete his studies. While there, Pat enrolled at William Mitchell Law School. She said “we spent a lot of time in the library, but afterward we had much to talk about.” After graduation they decided to move to Colorado. Kevin started working at North Suburban Hospital as an anesthetist, and has done so for 25 years. They purchased a home on Ninth Street in Golden where both of them enjoy bicycling, motorcycling, camping and exploring both Coal Creek Canyon and Lookout Mountain. Since 1997 they’ve made their home in Applewood. With her law degree, Pat continued helping people, but this time instead of nursing, it was in the field of law. In 1998 she was hired by a criminal defense and civil litigation law firm, as a family law attorney in Denver. She continued working there for the next 12 years. Although Pat and Kevin put in long hours in their
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respective fields, they loved to travel and were able to take a trip to Alaska and found it to be a beautiful state. While there they decided to hike along a mountain trail with steep drop-offs. Along the way they were stalked by a large brown bear with no way to protect themselves. Pat said “fortunately we came across a mountain ranger who saved us with his truck.” Combining her degrees in medicine and law, later Pat opened her own business, PJD Mediation, LLC, assisting people with a multitude of issues. She found it a challenging job in today’s world. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Pat
now conducts her Mediation Sessions through Zoom Video Conferencing from home. Early in the morning, five days a week, Pat works out at the Fit Pros gym. She’s extremely dedicated to her training and hopes to compete in a body building competition. She also volunteers at the Golden History Museum, helping the talented, friendly staff with many projects including tending the Bee Hives and taking care of the chickens. She has decided to enroll in a Master Bee Keeper program that she hopes to complete in a few years. Pat relishes her activities at home. For four years she has
looked after her Bee Colony of 150,000 bees, now wrapping them up in Bee Cozies with everything they need to survive during the winter. She appreciates their importance in pollinating the fruits and vegetables we love all year long. For six years she has looked after six chickens she calls her “Golden Girls”. Some day she would like a goat farm. In addition, she loves their garden, especially her spread of lavender, which she to hopes to greatly enlarge. Pat says she wants to continue learning anything new and interesting. Already her life is busier than all the bees in her hives!
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Wolf reintroduction going ahead after narrow win Proposition 114 means apex predators will be established in Colorado despite controversy BY JASON BLEVINS THE COLORADO SUN
Unleash the hounds. Proposition 114 was decided Nov. 5 as votes from heavily populated Front Range counties pushed the wolf reintroduction plan to victory. The measure, which tasks Colorado Parks and Wildlife with crafting a plan by the end of 2023 to reintroduce wolves into the Western Slope, was too close to call on Election Night and all day Nov. 4. The tightest statewide ballot issue in Colorado’s 2020 election, Proposition 114 was ahead by a narrow margin that veered close to triggering an automatic recount. Opponents of the measure conceded the race Nov. 5. Even though there were more than 300,000 votes yet to be counted, a lead of more than 20,000 votes out of 2.97 million cast appeared insurmountable. Coloradans Protecting Wildlife, the group opposing Proposition 114, said in a statement that it believed “forced wolf reintroduction” into Colorado is bad policy that should not have been decided by voters. “All along, our opposition campaign was led by those who would be directly impacted by this measure, including real Coloradans, sportsmen, farmers and ranchers, outdoor enthusiasts,
and more,” said the statement from the group’s spokesman, Patrick Pratt. “Despite a small group of wealthy, and often out-of-state, activists spending in excess of $2.1 million to pass this measure, our campaign, with less than $800,000 was able to illustrate why forced wolf introduction is wrong for Colorado.” Few issues raise hackles in the West more than wolves. Farmers, ranchers and hunters fear the return of wolves could damage rural economies that are based on livestock and hunting. Advocates who have pushed to introduce and protect wolves in Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, New Mexico and Arizona argue that Colorado is a final step in a 40-year effort to return wolf populations that were hunted into extinction in the 1920s. Colorado is the first state to reintroduce wolves at the direction of voters rather than federal wildlife biologists working under the Endangered Species Act. Recently, Interior Secretary David Bernhardt announced that the gray wolf population in the U.S. was recovered and no longer needed protection under the Endangered Specials Act, which has protected the canines since 1978. The federal delisting transfers management of wolves to states. A delisting of wolves in the Northern Rockies in 2008 legalized hunting and trapping of the predators. Colorado already has a law protecting wolves as a “species of concern,” making it illegal to kill the animals. Supporters of Proposition 114 said the delisting emphasizes the need for additional protection of wolves that comes with reintroduction. Opponents
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argued the federal delisting proved that wolf populations are healthy enough in the Northern Rockies to migrate south and establish packs in Colorado. Earlier this year, Colorado wildlife biologists confirmed the presence of a wolf pack in the northwestern portion of the state.
The Colorado Wildlife Commission in 2016 rejected a proposal to reintroduce wolves, pointing to potential threats to the state’s big game population and livestock industry. More than three dozen rural counties in Colorado SEE WOLVES, P11
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Lakewood voters overwhelmingly support recreational pot Ballot Question 2B rolls up a huge lead in early returns BY BOB WOOLEY BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Voters are overwhelmingly supporting Lakewood Ballot Question 2B. Uncertified vote returns show voters in favor of 2B by a 66% to 34% margin with 88,029 votes counted as of Nov. 9. If passed, the ordinance will allow the cultivation and sale of recreational
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opposed Proposition 114. But voters in the state’s six most populated counties along the Front Range anchored the 13 counties that supported Proposition 114, illustrating a divide over wolves that fell largely along urban-rural lines. Opponents of the measure hope the narrow margin factors into policy discussions as Colorado Parks and Wildlife gathers public input and assembles a plan for reintroduction. That plan, per the ballot language, requires statewide hearings and includes creating a system to reimburse ranchers who lose livestock to wolves. “The election results demonstrate that nearly half of Coloradans agree
marijuana in the city of Lakewood. The citizen-initiated ballot question, backed by Ascend Cannabis Company, would give currently licensed Lakewood medical marijuana vendors in good standing, the ability to sell recreational pot and edibles and operate commercial grow houses in the city. The ordinance would prohibit marijuana vendors not currently operating in the city to open new operations. “I think Lakewood voters are super informed, they know what they want for their community and they spoke overwhelmingly,” said Lakewood Mayor, Adam Paul. “It was citizen initiated and I always support what
with us. We hope these election results show proponents, lawmakers and Colorado Parks and Wildlife that next steps must be taken in a measured, responsible way,” the statement from Coloradans Protecting Wildlife reads. The group said it would continue to work to protect wildlife, ensure diverse groups — “not just activists and regulators from the Front Range” — are including in wolf-policy development, and to defend ranchers and “prepare the West Slope for the realities of introducing a new apex predator.” Supporters of Proposition 114 say the margin doesn’t matter and welcome their opponents to the next step. “The bottom line is that Proposition 114 is not based on how close the vote was. It’s the law. We need to all get our heads around that fact and lean into the work ahead, which
next step will be working with City council and the city to get this all implemented.” “I feel terrible,” said Larry Van Thun, part of a group that opposed 2B. “I still feel very strongly that the wording was obfuscated.” Van Thun said there should be a legal challenge on the ballot issue wording. “The fact that the vote was so overwhelming is a sign that people didn’t know what they were voting for, because it was so opposite from the previous vote that denied recreational sales,” 2B will become effective Jan. 1, 2021.
the citizens have to say. The result is democracy in action.” As for projected tax revenues recreational sales will bring. Paul said the numbers are unclear, but any amount will be good for the city. “We’re facing a $17 million shortfall and those revenues will go toward parks, police and public works,” he said. Lynea Hansen, spokesperson for “Vote Yes for a Stronger Lakewood,” a pro-2B committee was happy with the early returns. “It’s an overwhelming victory and I think the voters spoke pretty clearly as to what they want,” she said. “Our
is fashioning a future for wolves in Colorado that we can coexist with,” said Rob Edward with the Rocky Mountain Wolf Action Fund. “We need to go forward as neighbors and adversaries and friends and create a future for wolves.” Edward dismissed the notion that Proposition 114 passed solely on the back of Front Range and urban residents. He points to San Miguel, La Plata, San Juan, Summit and Pitkin counties, where a majority of voters approved the measure. “We would not be having this conversation today had it not been for people on the Western Slope voting for wolves,” he said. This story is from The Colorado Sun, a journalist-owned news outlet based in Denver and covering the state. Used by permission. For more, and to support The Colorado Sun, visit coloradosun.com.
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he country has spoken … and what exactly was said, and by whom, will be debated for a long time. But there’s a singular message here I hope the majority of us have received: we need to listen to one another. In a recent webinar I attended, host Oscar Trimboli introduced this session on “deep listening” by stating that if we’re willing to listen, we’re willing to have our minds changed. Interesting … considering how few of us have actually seemed willing to change our minds in the last few years. Oh, I’ve listened, and not just for affirmation of my
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Cult of personnality Someone hilariously spliced together a video of AZ Trumpers shouting “Count the Votes” juxtaposed with PA Trumpers shouting “Stop the Count.” This shows how much sway the Svengali Trump has on his supporters. The hypocrisy and irony knows no bounds. Somehow Trump convinced 69 million voters, more than any other Republican President, to vote for him in spite of allegedly disparaging our military heroes by calling them losers (yet gets out of Vietnam due to “bone spurs”), separating children from their families at the border, paying off porn stars, bungling the handling of the pandemic with abysmal incompetence, (we still don’t have enough PPE for our front line workers!), and all the other various and ad nauseum assaults on our Constitution. This is so astounding that there should be a third spliced frame of normal Americans yelling “Stop the Cult.” Tom Sabel, Lakewood
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own opinions. In fact, as a writer, it’s been fascinating to witness different observations of the same events. The problem was, most of the time, I simply didn’t like what I heard. It’s inevitable there is more of this division to come. And amid all the talk of a “mandate” – from both sides of the aisle – there is a larger truth: that we, as citizens of one nation, need to listen to one another. Oscar Trimboli describes “traditional discussions as default binary interactions” rather than dialogue as a shared experience of hearing, watching and exploring the landscape of the conversation.
So perhaps we’ve been unwilling – or unable – to listen to differing opinions because we’re really not engaging in this landscape of the conversation. Oscar tells us that we must understand ourselves before exploring the speaker and the dialogue. To help facilitate this self-understanding, Oscar offered attendees a listening quiz. The premise of the quiz is that we all have our listening “villains” – by Oscar’s definitions, they are dramatic, interrupting, lost or shrewd … those traits that disrupt our ability to listen. SEE DORAY, P13
Surviving the election as we look for the good in 2020
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hew. It would appear — and I hope I’m not saying this prematurely — that we have survived what I thought *for sure* was going to be November’s contribution to the dreck HITTING of 2020. That is, we seem to have survived the election. I HOME know many (71 million) are very disappointed in the outcome at the top of the ticket; hopefully, they are taking some solace in what happened down the ticket. And, at any rate, they aren’t out burning down cities. So we got that going for us. And, weirdly, almost against all expectations for this year, Michael Alcorn that asteroid managed to miss us the day before the election. Now, we can all turn our attention to some of the great traditions of the season, like the slow dwindling of the candy bowl just in time to eat enough food to feed a herd of bison, and settling in to watch one of the great Shakespearean adventure/holiday movies… Die Hard. In between, I think it’s good to take some stock, as we may have a few weeks of peace and quiet, to consider everything that’s happened this year. And, yeah — not everything this year has been horrible. Hats off to families! I say this after a weekend spent painting a third room in our house since March. There are still two rooms on the docket, and I’ve also built a flower garden in the yard at the wife’s behest. One of the underreported stories of the year has got to be the amount of home improvements that people have accomplished, and, as man married for almost 26 years, I can tell you that, short of real crises, nothing taxes a marriage more than working on home improvement projects together. Something about the inevitable conflicts that arise between management and labor… And I think we all know who management is. At any rate,congratulations to all those families who have accomplished wonderful things around their houses without throwing heavy objects at each other.
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Last week brought to light again just how hard the schools are working to keep providing instruction for the students. I had several schools in my area of influence who were putting together a staff with chewing gum and duct tape, who were isolating classrooms and small groups, and whose administrators were holding court via Zoom just to keep the doors open. For many teachers and staff, it has gone way past “above and beyond” — some of the stuff I’m seeing is downright heroic. And, just so you know I’m not just being a P.R. hack for the schools, I would like to point out that the teacher’s union is currently circulating a petition calling on the schools to shut down. Not that it’s their call, or that the petition is going to, likely, influence much. It’s just a bad look for the union when their members are doing seriously heavy lifting, all the while knowing that a school shutdown is starting to look inevitable. Speaking of the election, don’t we look genius here in Colorado? We’ve been doing the whole mail-in ballot thing for years now, and we were actually done with our homework Tuesday night. Meanwhile, Nevada is looking like the deadbeat brother-in-law reaching for the check at dinner. Bet if there was a casino bond issue on the ballot they’d have finished counting by now. You want my vote next election? Create a system to shut down calls about the extended warranty. Yes, that will make me better off than four years ago. And last, apparently, on the night of the Winter Solstice (Dec. 21), Jupiter and Saturn are going to be in conjunction in the night sky, while a waxing quarter moon trails them by just a tad. And it seems that Betelgeuse is nowhere close to going supernova — it’s just “pulsing.” So maybe the end of the year is looking up! Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His new novel, “Charon’s Blade,” is available at Amazon.com, on Kindle, or through MichaelJAlcorn.com.” His opinions are not necessarily those of Colorado Community Media.
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COVID-19 does not respect the grieving process, but we should
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n my 24 years of serving families as a funeral director in Colorado, I have never experienced challenges when caring for people who have experienced a loss like those experiencing loss whilst facing a global pandemic. Unfortunately, while we work to keep our community safe and follow the necessary social distancing protocols, we lose the ability for families to and friends to come together to celebrate the life of their loved one. These restrictions, while necessary to help protect our communities, has put enormous strain on families during the darkest hours of their lives. Funeral rituals, customs and time-honored traditions have always played a vital part in grieving, allowing us to pay our respects and say goodbye. Holding a service also provides an opportunity for the community to gather around family and friends to comfort and offer support during a difficult time. The transition to livestream services has helped some, allowing family and friends who cannot attend in person to participate virtually.
Shannon Martin
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If you pegged me for “lost” – staying mostly in my own mind rather than in the conversation – you’re partially right. My primary villain, though (and this may not be a surprise), came out as interrupter: like an “eager game show contestant who buzzes before the sentence ends and answers the wrong question.” I know that people who’ve had conversations with me have experienced this interrupter, or else they’ve found that I avoid the discussion or simply don’t engage … that “unwilling” part. We all have our listening villains,
Technology has played an enormous role in celebrations of life recently – but it will never replace a consoling hug. Families from all over the country have opted to hold a memorial service at a later date, giving them time to plan a true celebration of remembrance, bringing together family and friends to appropriately honor the memory of their loved one. In my career serving families while they are grieving, I can’t emphasize enough the importance of holding some kind of memorial, whatever that might look like for you. A final farewell allows us to move forward in the grieving process, so it is an important part of beginning to heal. But as time passes, I fear that these memorials will not occur as often as they should, which could ultimately lead to lifelong feelings of guilt and regret. Anyone who has lost someone they love in the past few months likely has an idea of how they would have liked to honor their memory if they had the opportunity to do so. Despite the delay in
whether they are among these that Oscar has identified, or those that are unique to us. In fact, last week I heard John Kasich, the former Republican governor of Ohio, say, “If everyone could listen and think, this country could come together.” America, my friends and neighbors, we must engage, we must listen, we must be willing to think. There’s too much at stake. No, I don’t mean we must embrace what is contemptible to us. But we could learn – again – to listen to one another, to have a sincere desire for dialogue, to explore conversation as a genuine means for reconciliation. Because, as Oscar reminds us, the cost of not listening is obvious. Interestingly, Oscar’s deep listening guidance was developed for use
celebrating a life due to social distancing protocols, there are many ways to remember a loved one as restrictions are lifted. This is why I implore all Coloradans who lost a loved one during this pandemic to keep a later date on your radar and plan the celebration of life your loved one deserves. Know that it is never too late to honor those we love, as it’s crucial we don’t lose sight of traditions that offer closure and comfort to the human spirit. To start the process, communicate your intentions to friends and family, and move forward with planning an event that will incorporate the unique details that best represent the person you are honoring. With restrictions lifting, the weeks and months ahead offer new possibilities to plan the perfect memorial. While COVID has impacted many aspects of our lives, don’t let the pandemic change how you would have memorialized your loved one. Shannon Martin is a manager at Olinger Crown Hill.
in business and the workplace, and it’s become increasingly clear to me that we have significant work ahead, not the least of which is controlling a pandemic of devastating proportions. We all must begin to listen and think … because I can’t imagine anything more important right now
than the business of healing this country. Andrea Doray is a writer who keeps apologizing for her interruptions. Contact her at a.doray@andreadoray. com if you would like the instructions to make your own mini-heater.
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Churches differ on pandemic response Arvada United Methodist Church held drive-in church services in its parking lot during warmer months but will now switch full virtual as cool weather sets in during the COVID-19 pandemic. COURTESY PHOTO
Pastors say they rely on local, state guidance as disease drags on BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
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s Colorado’s third wave of COVID-19 grips the state, churches in the Denver metro area are preparing to take additional precautions, although they differ in their plans to do business in the weeks ahead, from full virtual services to limited in-person gatherings. Dr. Amy Gearhart, lead pastor at
Arvada United Methodist Church, said their church is paying close attention to the guidance of local and state health agencies. The church has not held in-person services since the pandemic reached Colorado. “We’re a congregation that’s in total support and confidence in the scientific research and data,” she said. The closest that Arvada United Methodist Church came to holding in-person gatherings during COVID-19 was when it hosted drive-in services
in the parking lot during the warmer fall months. With winter approaching, the church is switching back to full virtual as of Nov. 8. Gearhart said there have been advantages to virtual sermons. Each Sunday they post a pre-produced sermon to YouTube. The church garners roughly 100 more views than what in-person attendance might have been before the pandemic, she said. It also offers a solution for at-risk congregation members, she said. At-
tendance at the drive-up services was about half of pre-pandemic levels. The church’s congregation comprises approximately 600 households and a normal service pre-COVID was on average 350 people. Roughly a third of their members are older than 70, she said. “Many of our older adults don’t even feel comfortable coming in their cars,” she said. SEE CHURCHES, P15
43rd DFF builds community from Red Rocks and home COMING ATTRACTIONS
Clarke Reader
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f you love movies, there’s no way your home setup is going to replace the experience of the theater, if for no other reason than there’s something special about sharing a cinematic experience with a group of people. But, as this year’s 43rd annual Denver Film Festival displayed, there’s more than one way to create a community. Thanks to three drive-in screenings of films at Red Rocks, the organization was able to give audiences that “we’re all here together” feeling, and its incredibly convenient virtual platform allowed viewers access to around 180 films and creative conversations with filmmakers - hence that community feeling. During this year’s festival, I saw 29 films over 17 days — all of them with their own fascinations and stories to tell. Rather than pick a top 5 or 10 favorites list, I thought this year I would name some categories and the
corresponding film. Happy watching! Best catnip for movie nerds: ‘Kubrick by Kubrick’ Release date: 2021 Look, if you’re a fan of film, at some point you’re going to have to reckon with the work of Stanley Kubrick. That’s just how it is. But it’s a rare treat to actually hear the man’s voice - a treat this film provides, thanks to recorded interviews with French critic Michel Cimet. It’s thrilling to hear firsthand from an honest-to-god genius about his craft - a man one person describes as, “The Frank Sinatra of cinema - he always did things his way.” For cinephiles and Kubrick aficionados, it’s a must-see. Best love story/eerily prescient film: ‘Little Fish’ Release date: Feb. 5 Chad Hartigan’s heartbreaker of film
“Little Fish” takes viewers to a world where a disease called neuroinflammatory affliction (or NIA), which is a kind of rapid Alzheimer’s, is washing over the planet. In the midst of all this, we have Emma (Olivia Cooke) and Jude (Jack O’Connell), a married couple trying to build lives for themselves. But when Jude contracts the disease, their whole world changes and what seemed like a romantic drama turns into a creeping horror film. The entire premise is a thoroughly clever and ultimately insightful way to examine a relationship. With the questions it explores about the power of memory and what ties people in love together, “Little Fish” flies in the face of its premise - it’s damn near impossible to forget. SEE READER, P15
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‘I don’t anticipate that we’ll be back for in-person worship until there is a vaccine that’s widely available.’
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Senior Pastor Rev. Mark Feldmeir at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Highlands Ranch said they are primarily doing virtual services through YouTube. Worship elements are recorded through the week and St. Andrew has offered remote services since March. But throughout the rest of November, the church plans to continue holding a Sunday evening service outside on its lawn for approximately 40 to 50 people. People have to RSVP, wear masks and sit in family groups “so there’s social distancing,” he said. There is no singing at the services and the speakers wear masks. Feldmeir also said virtual services have expanded the church’s reach. Pre-pandemic attendance was approximately 1,200 in a weekend. “Remarkably our viewership online is at least twice that every week,” he said. Feldmeir isn’t sure of the church’s
Rev. Mark Feldmeir, senior pastor at St. Andrew United Methodist Church
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The best example of what people working together can do: ‘The 8th’ Release date: 2021 With everything going on in the Supreme Court this autumn, the documentary “The 8th” hits differently than it would have just a few months ago. The film follows the successful campaign to repeal Ireland’s 8th amendment, which made it illegal for women in Ireland to have an abortion for any reason. It follows campaigners through the 2017-2018 grassroots effort to have the law changed and shows their fight to ensure women can have a say over their own lives and bodies. The rhetoric on both sides of the
long-term strategy to hold service during the pandemic. They have not planned much beyond the New Year, but he doesn’t expect to do business as usual for months. “I don’t anticipate that we’ll be back for in-person worship until there is a vaccine that’s widely available,” he said. Surveys of the congregation showed 68% of their members would not return without a vaccine, he said. Steve Thulson, interim senior pastor at Grace Covenant Church in Lakewood, said the church returned
to in-person services mid- summer. The church’s two Sunday services are limited to approximately 50 people each, and attendees are required to wear masks. That’s roughly half the church’s attendance before COVID-19 hit, Thulson said, and they estimate a dozen families tune in by livestream. He is not sure at what point the church would switch to full virtual services, if a shutdown is not ordered by local or state agencies, with which he vowed they would comply. “That’s a great question,” he said.
issue will sound familiar to American audiences, where women still have to deal with numerous restrictions and stigma around abortions and reproductive rights. For those concerned about those rights in this country, it’s a must-watch, invigorating jolt of hope.
feel disenchanted, or like their future doesn’t matter to the adults who are only concerned about their here and now. But as producer Cecilia Nesson said in a post-screening interview, “Everyone can make a big difference.”
The best hope for the future: ‘I Am Greta’ Release date: Nov. 13 The film follows climate justice activist Greta Thunberg from her first school strike for the climate in Sweden in 2018 to her legendary, righteously incendiary speech at the UN in September 2019. Viewers are treated to a look at the teenager behind the character the media has perpetuated. She’s at times funny, other times broken-hearted, often just a kid, but always dedicated and laser-focused to the cause. This is a film for young people who
The pandemic has placed numerous barriers on churches, he said, and there are mixed reactions to steps the church takes. Some people believe the church should not meet at all while others wish services could continue as normal. “There are different opinions on all this. Not outright division but it’s kind of a continuum,” he said. Gearhart said her congregation has been supportive of staying virtual and social distancing, but she knows pastors who have weathered pushback against following COVID-19 precautions. Moving forward, the pastors said they’ll look to health agency guidance for navigating the pandemic in coming weeks, and they’ll try to keep up morale among community members. “I think probably like everybody in our community and around the world, there is tremendous COVID fatigue and Zoom fatigue and I think that’s only exacerbated by some of the social division, political division,” Feldmeir said. “But I think there’s also a tremendous sense of a collective sense of we’re going to get through this.”
Best ending: ‘Nine Days’ Release date: Jan. 22 Do you know that thrill you get when you experience something you’re familiar with in a totally new way? All of a sudden, there’s this whole new range of possibilities, new regions to explore. Director Edson Oda achieves that very feeling at the end of his metaphysical science-fiction film, “Nine Days,” by combining two elemental forces - Walt Whitman and Winston Duke.
Lee Isaac Chung’s film is based on his own experiences moving to a farm in Arkansas with his Korean-American family in the 1980s and delves deeply into the joys, exploration and growth that occurs as they make a life for themselves. Everything in this film feels lived in and real, perhaps most of all the performances from leads Yeri Han and Steven Yeun. In a fascinating post-screening interview with critic Lisa Kennedy, Yeun spoke movingly about playing a character that reflected the dedication of his parents’ generation, not only the difficulties they went through. “We don’t even want to justify their existence through their suffering.,” he said. “They get to exist. Period. And their existence is valid. Period.”
The best example of what makes America great: ‘Minari’ Release date: 2021
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s we get into November the snow is starting to fall in the high country and the temperatures are dropping so here in Colorado, that means that all of the ski areas are starting AVENUE to open. Usually FLASHES most of them are up and running by Thanksgiving, but it has been an unusually warm Fall so things are happening a little later than usual, but as of the writing of this column, a couple of John Akal them have already started welcoming guests and have some lifts and runs open. This year, as with everything else 2020, there are some changes going on in the ski industry. Let’s be honest here, spending time crammed in lift lines and riding in enclosed gondolas or next to strangers on multi person chair lifts on cold winter days has always presented some degree of risk when it came to catching colds and flu bugs, that’s nothing new. But we are facing a strain of virus that
is much worse and deadly than what we have experienced in the past, so it’s really important that we not only take precautions out there but also be prepared in advance for things we are going to be encountering this year. First of all, some of the ski areas are instituting a reservation system. To buy a lift ticket, you will need to make a reservation in advance and tickets are going to be very limited. So, unfortunately, that’s going to put a bit of a damper on waking up one morning and making a spontaneous decision to just blow off work and head to the slopes that day. But on the flip side, it’s going to be less crowded on the mountain and open the slopes up for better cruising. You probably won’t be skiing or boarding through as many human obstacles. It’s likely to help out with the weekend traffic jams up there too. Keeping positive here. But, before you even think about a day of adventure, I would take a good look at your favorite ski area’s websites to find out exactly what their procedures and limitations are going to be. They are all going to have some kind of restrictions and rules in place and you don’t want to make the drive
up there just to have to turn around and go home because you didn’t know something important. OK, so now you got up there, parked your car, bought your lift ticket and are ready to put the boards on the snow. Well, not so fast. Did you take some time to make sure you have everything you need to get through an entire day up there? Yeah, you’ve got the usual stuff. Proper warm clothing, gloves, hat, goggles, sunscreen and an energy or candy bar in your pocket and a couple of tissues, but what about a mask? That might take a little more thought when you are talking about masking up at a ski area. I guess you could just wear a traditional ski mask or one of those neck gaiters that pull up over your face. A lot of people are wearing things like that just to go to the grocery store anyway. But give this a little extra thought before you think you are good to go. First of all, you are heading up into a wet and cold environment. Ski masks always get wet, usually your nose runs a little and by then end of the day, you probably need to throw them in the wash machine. But under normal circumstances, you are just using them to keep warm. This year,
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Dakota Ridge turns it on in the second half against Golden BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
LAKEWOOD — Dakota Ridge senior Max Hart was able to get back into an old position on the football field Nov. 7 at Jeffco Stadium. “I just don’t like being off the field too much,” Hart said. “I love playing offense and defense.” The wide receiver hadn’t played cornerback this season, but was pressed into the defensive backfield against Golden on Saturday afternoon. Hart came up big for the lone touchdown in the first half with a 70-yard interception return for a touchdown during Dakota Ridge’s eventual 45-3 victory over Golden. “There was huge pressure up front and that helps out big time,” Hart said. “It makes our job easy when there is pressure up front. The ball was right in my hands and I was gone.” The pick-6 by Hart was one of the few things the Eagles — No. 1 in the CHSAANow.com Class 4A football rankings — could celebrate in the first half. Dakota Ridge held just a 11-3 lead over Golden (1-4, 1-3 in 4A Jeffco) at halftime. “We haven’t been challenged and I think our kids are complacent. They expect to show up and turn the switch on and off,” Dakota Ridge coach Ron Woitalewicz said. “We just can’t be complacent. It’s going to get tougher from here on out.” Dakota Ridge (5-0, 4-0) has outscored its opponents 257-32 through the first five weeks. However, the Eagles know that a first-half effort like Saturday’s could spell doom down the road. “We started the game slow. We can’t do that against big teams,” Hart said. “They will put 30 points on us in a blink of an eye.” Dakota Ridge did get things going offensively in the second half after turning the ball over
three times before halftime. The Eagles took advantage of short fields on three straight possessions to start the second half. Quarterback Ben Gultig connected with Hart for a 29-yard touchdown in the first minute of the third quarter. Sophomore Noah Triplett had his first of two touchdown runs midway through the third quarter and Gultig hit senior Luke Loehding for a 2-yard touchdown pass in the final minute of the third quarter to push the Eagles’ lead to 31-3. “We just came out kind of flat,” Dakota Ridge senior linebacker Steve Reyes said. “I knew our defense had to do something because it was a defensive game. We also knew the offense would get going in the second half.” The Eagles eventually scored 34 unanswered points and shut out Golden in the second half. “When we play aggressive, fly around and tackle we are pretty good,” Woitalewicz said of the Eagles’ defense. The Demons shocked the Eagles last year with a 14-0 victory in the regular-season finale for both teams. Golden could only muster up a 29-yard field goal by sophomore Chase Brion offensively against Dakota Ridge. Golden hosts Bear Creek (2-3, 2-2) at the North Area Athletic Complex on Friday, Nov. 13. Dakota Ridge has one final hurdle to complete its undefeated regular season. The Eagles face rival Chatfield at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at Trailblazer Stadium. The Chargers (3-2, 3-1) defeated Standley Lake 17-7 on Saturday afternoon at NAAC. “We just have to practice every practice like it’s your last. Play every game like it’s your last,” Hart said. “We have really been pounding and focusing on that this year.”
Dakota Ridge senior quarterback Ben Gultig (2) escapes out of the pocket during the Saturday afternoon game at Jeffco Stadium. Gultig tossed three touchdown passes and also had 68 yards rushing during the Eagles’ 45-3 victory over Golden. PHOTOS BY DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS Dakota Ridge senior Spencer Hardy (37) closes in on Golden quarterback Joey Mancuso during the first half Nov. 7 at Jeffco Stadium. The Eagles improved to 5-0 on the season with a 45-3 victory over the Demons.
Dennis Pleuss is the Sports Information Director for Jeffco Public Schools. For more coverage go to CHSAANow.com/Jeffco.
Big plays lift Bear Creek football to win over Wheat Ridge
Wheat Ridge senior Sam McDonough (3) picks up a block by senior Jack Vaugh (44) during a run in the first half Nov. 6 at Jeffco Stadium. The Farmers suffered a 46-25 loss in the Class 4A Jeffco League game. PHOTO BY DENNIS PLEUSS/JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BY DENNIS PLEUSS JEFFCO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
LAKEWOOD — It appeared the only thing that could stop Bear Creek senior Adrian Valenzuela from finding the end zone were penalty flags Nov. 6 at Jeffco Stadium. The big playmaker for the Bears (2-3, 2-2 in Class 4A Jeffco League) had four touchdown catches of 66, 20, 13 and 30 yards to help Bear Creek to a 46-25 victory over Wheat Ridge. “Honestly, coming into this game my mentality was this was going to be the last time playing at Jeffco Stadium,” Valenzuela said. “I wanted to go out with a bang.” Valenzuela also had a kickoff return and punt return
for touchdowns called back because of Bear Creek penalties late in the second quarter and early in the third quarter. If not for the flags, the senior could have had six touchdowns on the night. “I’ll take the four receiving touchdowns, but man, I was hurting seeing those flags on the kickoff return and punt return,” Valenzuela said. Valenzuela did put the hurt on Wheat Ridge (0-5, 0-4) helping the Bears score 25 unanswered points to open up a 39-17 lead early in the fourth quarter. “Explosive,” is how Bear Creek’s first-year head coach Matt Steinfeldt described Valenzuela. “There are a lot of special pieces on this football team. Adrian is one of
those that stood out on film. He missed a couple of games with an injury. He is now just getting into that in-game season.” Bear Creek junior quarterback Jaedon Minter tossed all four touchdowns to Valenzuela as Bear Creek picked up its second victory in three weeks. “I would love it,” Minter said of wishing he had Valenzuela for one more season. “He was my No. 1 receiver. He is a hard worker and the main guy I have to look for.” Wheat Ridge senior Sam McDonough and Bear Creek junior Richie Caballero scored on short touchdown runs in the first quarter as the 4A Jeffco rivals went into the SEE FOOTBALL, P21
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0November 12, 2020 Bear Creek senior Adrian Valenzuela strolls into the end zone for a 66-yard touchdown catch during the second quarter Nov. 6 at Jeffco Stadium. The senior receiver had four touchdown catches on the night during the Bears’ victory over Wheat Ridge.
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second quarter tied 7-7. Then it turned into the Valenzuela show. His 66-yard touchdown with 11:15 left in the second quarter gave the Bears a 14-7 lead. The Farmers responded with a 1-yard touchdown run by senior Luciano Vecchiarelli and 32-yard field goal by senior Matthias England to put Wheat Ridge up 17-14. However, Minter hooked up with Valenzuela for a big 20-yard touchdown with 2:05 left before halftime to give the Bears the lead 21-17. “It was all about my team,” Valenzuela said. “I couldn’t have done any of this without my team and my lineman. This was a team win. Yes, I scored four touchdowns, but I couldn’t have done it without my team.” Bear Creek dominated the third quarter with the Bears’ defense not allowing the Farmers to cross midfield. Junior Andrew Montoya kicked a 34-yard touchdown and Minter found Valenzuela for his third touchdown of the game. The 13-yard touchdown catch gave the Bears a 31-17 lead going into the fourth quarter. Minter to Valenzuela for a 30-yard
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touchdown with 8:38 left in the fourth quarter put the icing on the victory cake for the Bears. “As seniors we wanted to leave our legacy and our mark on this place,” Valenzuela said, who took photos with his fellow seniors at midfield after the victory. Bear Creek is scheduled to close out its regular-season schedule next Friday night against Golden (1-3, 1-2) at the North Area Athletic Complex in Arvada. “When we came into this program we knew there was a lot of talent here that we could mold and develop,” Steinfeldt said. “Consistency going into Golden is a huge thing for us.” Bear Creek will likely play a nonplayoff game on the road for Week 7 to close out the season. “I feel like this program is going to keep on winning,” Minter said. “We found a new coaching staff that loves us. They know exactly what to do to have us win.” Wheat Ridge wraps up its regular season Saturday, Nov. 14, against Standley Lake at Jeffco Stadium.
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Public Notices call Sheree 303.566.4088 Legals Public Trustees COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2000150 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 27, 2020, 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 Jefferson records. Original Grantor(s) Stephanie Mora and Joey P. Mora Jr. Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Home Loan Center, Inc., dba LendingTree Loans, Its Successors and Assigns Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Citibank, N.A., not in its individual capacity but solely as Owner Trustee for New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust 2020-NPL1 Date of Deed of Trust June 19, 2007 County of Recording Jefferson Recording Date of Deed of Trust July 10, 2007 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2007079782 Original Principal Amount $188,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $167,123.70 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 thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 13, BLOCK 20, KIPLING VILLAS AMENDMENT NO. 1, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 5932 South Garland Way, Littleton, CO 80123. 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 2 p.m. on Thursday, 12/17/2020, at the Jury Assembly Room court side in the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Facility, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80419, 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. First Publication: 10/29/2020 Last Publication: 11/26/2020 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript 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: 08/27/2020 Holly Ryan, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Jenniffer L Johnson, Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Holly R.Shilliday #24423 McCarthy & Holthus, LLP 7700 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 230, Centennial, CO 80112 (877) 369-6122 Attorney File # CO-20-886084-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. J2000150 First Publication: 10/29/2020 Last Publication: 11/26/2020 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript COMBINED NOTICE - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103
FORECLOSURE SALE NO. J2000149 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 27, 2020, 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 Jefferson records. Original Grantor(s) SUSAN L TODD Original Beneficiary(ies) WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF UPLAND MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST A Date of Deed of Trust May 03, 2005 County of Recording Jefferson Recording Date of Deed of Trust May 10, 2005 Recording Information (Reception No. and/or Book/Page No.) 2005016511 Original Principal Amount $1,100,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $750,000.00 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 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 thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 2, SOUTHRIDGE OVERLOOK SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 5405 ELDRIDGE ST, ARVADA, CO 80002. 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 2 p.m. on Thursday, 12/17/2020, at the Jury Assembly Room court side in the Jefferson County Administration and Courts Facility, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80419, 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. First Publication: 10/29/2020 Last Publication: 11/26/2020 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript 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: 08/27/2020 Holly Ryan, Public Trustee in and for the County of Jefferson, State of Colorado By: Barbara Lyons, Deputy, for Public Trustee The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Anna Johnston #51978 Barrett Frappier & Weisserman, LLP 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 350-3711 Attorney File # 00000008939571 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. J2000149 First Publication: 10/29/2020 Last Publication: 11/26/2020 Name of Publication: Golden Transcript
City and County Legal Notice RESOLUTION CC20-304 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THAT THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF JEFFERSON, STATE OF COLORADO, shall be considering the adoption of Resolution No. CC20-258 regarding amending the 2020 Adopted Budget as approved and appropriated, and shall take action on said Resolution at a public hearing to be held on public hearing to be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at the hour of 8:00 a.m. through a WebEx virtual meeting platform, the
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NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET AND 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2021 has been submitted to the Mount Carbon Metropolitan District (“District”). Such proposed budget will be considered at a meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held via video conference at 10:00 a.m. on November 19, 2020. In order to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the public in light of the imminent threat caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting and public hearing will be held by telephone and videoconference only. To attend and participate by telephone, dial 720-547-5281 and enter passcode 523 860 948#. Information regarding public participation by videoconference will be available at least 24 hours prior the meeting and public hearing online at mountcarbonmd.org or may be obtained by contacting Jordan Honea by email at Jordan.honea@claconnect.com or by telephone at 303-265-7857.
Interested electors of the City of Edgewater may file any objections to the proposed budget at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget by the City Council. Said objections should be directed to the City Clerk’s Office, Edgewater Civic Center, 1800 Harlan St. Suite C, Edgewater, CO, 80214, before 6:30 p.m. on or before December 1, 2020.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an amendment to the 2020 budget of the District may also be considered at the above-referenced meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District. A copy of the proposed 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, are available for public inspection at the offices of CliftonLarsonAllen at 8390 E. Crescent Pkwy, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado. Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and certain visitor restrictions that may be in place, please contact Jordan Honea by email at Jordan.honea@claconnect.com or by telephone at 303-265-7857 to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, file or register any objections thereto.
The 2021 Proposed Budget contains anticipated revenues in the total amount of $13,246,027, which includes the following funds:
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1. General Fund $ 8,193,187 2. Utility Fund $ 2,208,770 3. Capital Improvement Fund $ 1,600,000 4. Capital Equipment Fund $ 659,400 5. Conservation Trust Fund $ 318,000 6. Fire Pension Funds $ 70,170 7. Open Space Fund $ 196,500
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The 2021 Proposed Budget appropriates the estimated operation and capital expenditures in the total amount of $14,992,523, which includes the following funds: 1. General Fund $ 8,153,642 2. Utility Fund $ 2,334,381 3. Capital Improvement Fund $ 3,097,213 4. Capital Equipment Fund $ 698,400 5. Conservation Trust Fund $ 196,500 6. Fire Pension Funds $ 61,300 7. Open Space Fund $ 451,087 The 2021 Proposed Budget is available for inspection by visiting the website at www.edgewaterco.com. Legal Notice No. 409578 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Metropolitan Districts Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET OF PLEASANT VIEW WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of Pleasant View Water and Sanitation District for the ensuing year of 2021; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the District at 955 Moss Street, Golden, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 955 Moss Street, Golden, Colorado on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.
Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolutions to Amend the 2020 Budget and Adopt the 2021 Budget, inspect and file or register any objections thereto. CANYON PINES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By /s/ David Solin, Secretary Legal Notice No. 409576 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET
To: All residents of and owners of land within the Genesee Water and Sanitation District: You and each of you are hereby notified that:
A hearing on the Genesee Water and Sanitation District Proposed 2021 Budget will be considered at two Regular Meetings and Public Hearings of the Genesee Water and Sanitation District Board of Directors to be held on November 23, 2020 and December 8, 2020. A copy of the 2021 Proposed Budget is available for public inspection at the Genesee Water and Sanitation District Administration Building, 2310 Bitterroot Lane, Golden, Colorado 80401.
At any time prior to the final adoption of the Genesee Water and Sanitation District 2021 Budget, any taxpayer within such District may file or register his or her objections thereto.
Notice is further given that such other business as may come before the Board will also be considered at the November 23, 2020 and December 8, 2020 meetings of the Genesee Water and Sanitation District Board of Directors. Any written objections to the proposed budget must be received at the District’s office no later than 4:30 pm. on December 8, 2020. Dated this 12th day of November 2020 GENESEE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT
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By: /s/Frank DeFilippo, Secretary/Treasurer
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Blue Mountain Water District for the ensuing year of 2021. A copy of such proposed budget is available for inspection by the public at 9162 Eastridge Rd, Golden, Colorado. Such proposed budget will be considered for adoption at a special meeting of the District to be held at 7:30 p.m., on Thursday, November 19, 2020 via Zoom meeting: Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98044225716?pwd=YkNwQ2xs UWJ6UmlkU3JueENCMnUyZz09 Meeting ID: 980 4422 5716 Passcode: 610342 One tap mobile +12532158782,,98044225716#,,,,,,0#,,61034 2# US Any interested elector within such District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, file or register any objections thereto. Legal Notice No. 408505 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice CANYON PINES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENT AND PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity has arisen to amend the Canyon Pines Metropolitan District 2020 Budget and that a proposed 2021 Budget will be submitted to the Board of Directors of the Canyon Pines Metropolitan District; and that copies of the proposed Amended 2020 Budget and 2021 Budget have been filed at the District’s offices, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolutions Amending the 2020 Budget and Adopting the 2021 Budget will be considered at a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 9:30 A.M. Due to concerns regarding the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the benefits to the control of the spread of the virus by limiting in-person contact, this District Board meeting will be held via Zoom without any individuals (neither Board Representatives nor the general public) attending in person. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/98584666503?pwd=N2tITElVZ
Legal Notice No. 409575 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET AND 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENT MOUNT VERNON COUNTRY CLUB METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Mount Vernon Country Club Metropolitan District for the ensuing year of 2021; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the administrative office of the District at 24933 Clubhouse Circle, Golden, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held on November 19, 2020 at 7:30 p.m., conducted as a virtual meeting as follows: https://zoom.us/j/97662559599 Join Zoom Meeting, Meeting ID: 976 6255 9599 or join by phone at 12532158782 or 13462487799. At said meeting the Board may also consider an amendment to the 2020 budget. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2021 budget or amendment of the 2020 budget, may inspect the budget and possible amendment and file or register any objections thereto. MOUNT VERNON COUNTRY CLUB METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ Gail M. Denney McGowan, Secretary Legal Notice No. 409591 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING NORTHWEST LAKEWOOD SANITATION DISTRICT JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to §29-1106, C.R.S., as amended, that a proposed Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Northwest Lakewood Sanitation District, Jefferson County, Colorado (“District”), for calendar year 2021. A copy of said proposed Budget, which includes a summary of fund balances, revenues and expenditures of the District, is available for
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Public Notices public inspection at the District’s office, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Northwest Lakewood Sanitation District will consider the adoption of its 2021 Budget after a public hearing on the proposed budget is conducted during a special meeting of the District’s Board of Directors to be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. Due to the pandemic, this meeting will be held virtually a conference call. If you would like to attend this meeting please call in to the Conference Bridge at 1-877-261-8991 Passcode: 6964594. Any interested elector of the Northwest Lakewood Sanitation District may inspect the proposed Budget for 2021 and file or register any objections or comments thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of said Budget. Dated this 3rd day of November, 2020. NORTHWEST LAKEWOOD SANITATION DISTRICT By: /s/ James D. Zimmerman, Secretary Legal Notice No. 408565 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice NOTICE OF BUDGET, WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Wheat Ridge Water District for the ensuing year of 2021. That a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the Wheat Ridge Water District, 6827 W. 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO, where the budget is open for public inspection. That such proposed budget will be considered at the regular meetings of the Board of Directors to be held at 6827 W. 38th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO, on November 10, 2020 and on December 8, 2020at 4:00 P.M. Any interested elector of Water District may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget. Dated: 10/15/2020 WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT By: Barry Hudson, Manager District Budget Official Legal Notice No. 408545 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE NOVEMBER 19, 2020 REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF APEX PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT WILL BE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET. THE HEARING WILL BE HELD AT 6:30 P.M. ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2020, AT THE APEX CENTER, 13150 W. 72ND AVENUE, ARVADA, COLORADO. THE PROPOSED BUDGET IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION BY THE PUBLIC AT THE APEX CENTER, 13150 W. 72ND AVENUE, ARVADA, COLORADO, OR ONLINE AT WWW.APEXPRD. ORG. ANY INTERESTED ELECTOR OF THE DISTRICT MAY FILE ANY OBJECTIONS TO THE PROPOSED BUDGET AT ANY TIME PRIOR TO THE FINAL ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET BY THE APEX BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Legal Notice No. 408546 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript and the Arvada Press Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET AND 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2021 has been submitted to the Arvada West Town Center Business Improvement District (“District”). Such proposed budget will be considered at a meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2020. In order to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the public in light of the imminent threat caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting and public hearing will be held by telephone and videoconference only. To attend and participate by telephone, dial 1-720-547-5281 and enter passcode 337415827#. Information regarding public participation by videoconference will be available at least 24 hours prior the meeting and may be obtained by contacting Stephanie Net, by email at snet@spencerfane.com or by telephone at 303-839-3712. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an amendment to the 2020 budget of the District may also be considered at the above-referenced meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District. A copy of the proposed 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, are available for public inspection at the offices of CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 East Crescent Parkway, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado. Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and certain visitor restrictions that may be in place, please contact Trina Hartman by email at trina.hartman@claconnect.com or by telephone at 303-779-5710 to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, file or register any objections thereto. ARVADA WEST TOWN CENTER BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT By: /s/ Don Brennan, President Legal Notice No. 409577
First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET AND AMENDMENT OF 2020 BUDGET DINOSAUR RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT JEFFERSON COUNTY, COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Sections 29-1-108 and 109, C.R.S., that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Dinosaur Ridge Metropolitan District (the “District”) for the ensuing year of 2021. The necessity may also arise for the amendment of the 2020 budget of the District. Copies of the proposed 2021 budget and 2020 amended budget (if appropriate) are on file in the office of the District’s Accountant, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, 8390 E. Crescent Pkwy, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111, where same are available for public inspection. Such proposed 2021 budget and 2020 amended budget will be considered at a special meeting to be held December 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the 2021 budget and 2020 amended budget, inspect the 2021 budget and 2020 amended budget and file or register any objections thereto. DUE TO CONCERNS REGARDING THE SPREAD OF THE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) AND THE BENEFITS TO THE CONTROL OF THE SPREAD OF THE VIRUS BY LIMITING INPERSON CONTACT, THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD BY VIDEO/TELEPHONIC MEANS WITHOUT ANY INDIVIDUALS (NEITHER DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES NOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC) ATTENDING IN PERSON. You can attend the meeting in any of the following ways: 1. To attend via Videoconference, e-mail Natalie.Herschberg@CLAconnect.com to obtain a link to the videoconference. 2. To attend via telephone, dial 720-547-5281 and enter the following additional information: Conference ID: 300 551 457# DINOSAUR RIDGE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT /s/ Denise Denslow Legal Notice No. 408573 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice JEFFERSON CENTER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 and 2 NOTICE CONCERNING 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENTS AND PROPOSED 2021 BUDGETS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all interested parties that the necessity has arisen to amend the Jefferson Center Metropolitan District Nos. 1 and 2 2020 Budgets and that proposed 2021 Budgets have been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Jefferson Center Metropolitan District Nos. 1 and 2; and that copies of the proposed Amended 2020 Budgets and 2021 Budgets have been filed at the District’s offices, 141 Union Boulevard, Suite 150, Lakewood, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that adoption of Resolutions Amending the 2020 Budgets and Adopting the 2021 Budgets will be considered at a public meeting of the Board of Directors of the District to be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 9:30 A.M. Due to concerns regarding the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the benefits to the control of the spread of the virus by limiting in-person contact, this District Board meeting will be held via Zoom without any individuals (neither Board Representatives nor the general public) attending in person.
District’s Board of Directors to be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. Because of the public health concerns due to COVID, the meeting will be held virtually via the following access information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82841321956 Meeting ID: 828 4132 1956 Dial-in: 312 626 6799 Any interested elector of the Lakewood-West Colfax Business Improvement District may inspect the proposed Budget for 2021 and file or register any objections or comments thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the Budget. Dated this 4th day of November, 2020. LAKEWOOD-WEST COLFAX BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT By: /s/ Kevin Yoshida, President Legal Notice No. 408566 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET AND 2020 BUDGET AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the proposed budget for the ensuing year of 2021 has been submitted to the Geos Neighborhood Metropolitan District (“District”). Such proposed budget will be considered at a meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at Spencer Fane, LLP, 1700 Lincoln Street, Suite 2000, Denver, Colorado, at 11:00 a.m. on November 24, 2020. In order to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the public in light of the imminent threat caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting and public hearing will be held by telephone and videoconference only. To attend and participate by telephone, dial (650) 479-3208 and enter passcode 1459273656. Information regarding public participation by videoconference will be available at least 24 hours prior the meeting and may be obtained by contacting Wendi McLaughlin, by email at wmclaughlin@spencerfane.com or by telephone at (303) 839-3703. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an amendment to the 2020 budget of the District may also be considered at the above-referenced meeting and public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District. A copy of the proposed 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, are available for public inspection at the offices of Spencer Fane LLP, 1700 Lincoln Street, Suite, 2000, Denver, Colorado. Due to concerns related to COVID-19 and certain visitor restrictions that may be in place, please contact Wendi McLaughlin by email at wmclaughlin@spencerfane.com or by telephone at (303) 839-3703 to make arrangements to inspect the budget(s) prior to visiting the foregoing office. Any interested elector within the District may, at any time prior to final adoption of the 2021 budget and the amended 2020 budget, if required, file or register any objections thereto. GEOS NEIGHBORHOOD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ Ronald L. Fano, Legal Counsel Legal Notice No. 408554 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE CONCERNING PROPOSED 2021 BUDGET OF PLEASANT VIEW METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of Pleasant View Metropolitan District for the ensuing year of 2021; that a copy of such proposed budget has been filed in the office of the District at 955 Moss Street, Golden, Colorado, where the same is open for public inspection; and that such proposed budget will be considered at a public hearing of the Board of Directors of the District to be held at 955 Moss Street, Golden, Colorado on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget, inspect the budget and file or register any objections thereto.
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PLEASANT VIEW METROPOLITAN DISTRICT By: /s/ Devin Keen, Secretary
Any elector within the District may, at any time prior to the final adoption of the Resolutions to Amend the 2020 Budgets and adopt the 2021 Budgets, inspect and file or register any objections thereto.
Legal Notice No. 408548 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
JEFFERSON CENTER METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 2 By /s/ David Solin, Secretary Legal Notice No. 409579 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING LAKEWOOD-WEST COLFAX BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to §29-1106, C.R.S., as amended, that a proposed Budget has been submitted to the Board of Directors of the Lakewood-West Colfax Business Improvement District, Jefferson County, Colorado, for calendar year 2021. A copy of said proposed Budget is on file in the District office located at 1560 Teller Street, Lakewood, CO 80214, where the same is available for inspection by the public Monday through Friday during normal business hours (i.e., 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.). NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Lakewood-West Colfax Business Improvement District will consider the adoption of the proposed 2021 Budget at a public hearing to be conducted during a special meeting of the
Public Notice of Budget Hearing (Pursuant to §29-1-106, C.R.S.) NOTICE is hereby given that a proposed budget contingency to reduce the amount budgeted in 2020 for expenses has been submitted to the Golden Gate Fire Protection District Board of Directors; a copy of the proposed budget contingency has been posted in the Golden Gate Fire Protection District office at 32360 Robinson Hill Rd, Golden CO 80403 and is available on line for review at https://www.goldengatefire.org. The proposed budget contingency will be considered at a public hearing during the regular meeting of the Golden Gate Fire Protection District Board of Directors to be held via video/teleconference on November 19, 2020 at 7:00 PM. Any interested elector of the Golden Gate Fire Protection District may inspect the proposed budget contingency online or at Station 1 and file or register any objections thereto at any time prior to the final adoption of the contingency. Golden Gate Fire Protection District BY: Paul Trost Treasurer/Budget Officer Legal Notice No.: 408469 First Publication: October 29, 2020
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time up to and including said time of such final settlement file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claims.
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2. All such claims shall be filed with the City of Golden Public Works Department, c/o John Hardy, 1445 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401, on or before the above-mentioned time and date of final settlement.
Public Notice SECTION 001116 INVITATION TO BID PROJECT: 2020 OUTFALL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO: 17.0632.C.03 DATE: October 29, 2019
3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the City of Golden Public Works Department from any and all liability for such claim. CITY OF GOLDEN PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
OWNER: DANIELS SANITATION DISTRICT 1002 KIPLING STREET LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80215 ENGINEER: MARTIN/MARTIN, INC. 12499 WEST COLFAX AVENUE LAKEWOOD, COLORADO 80215 (303) 431-6100
/s/ John Hardy, Public Works Project Coordinator
In accordance with State policies and procedures and in an effort to adhere to CDC and State guidelines for social distancing, the following will be the modified approach to Public Bid Opening: 1. Due to social distancing, public bid openings have been eliminated in favor of the following process: a. An on-line meeting with the District representative as the facilitator will post instructions as part of solicitation or addenda. b. Contractor will email PDF or JPG to District representative before the time noted in the solicitation. A read receipt and responding email as to the time the bid was received, will be returned to each contractor. c. District to log on to on-line meeting several minutes before bid closing to confirm set-up. d. Emailed bids will remain unopened until 10 minutes after the time posted in the solicitation, allowing for slower than normal upload/download speeds. e. Contractor shall print the email transmission to PDF. This will act as the time stamp. f. District to read the bids as they are opened via the on-line meeting. g. Apparent low bid would be announced via the on-line meeting with follow-up on material information needed to verify references etc. The Daniels Sanitation District will receive sealed, electronic bids for the following project until 10:30 A.M., November 24, 2020. Immediately thereafter all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud as outlined above. All bids must be on a unit price basis. The unit price given will be used in case of a discrepancy with total price extensions. Contractors desiring sets of the Contract Documents may obtain them on/or after November 5, 2020 after 3:00 P.M. from a request email addressed to both, Brad Estis or Bill Willis. bestis@ martinmartin.com bwillis@martinmartin.com The principal work to be performed under this contract shall consist of general improvements to the sanitary sewer outfall of the Daniels Sanitation District including and demolition of an existing meter station, a replacement metering station, and a mainline realignment approximately 1,100LF of 18” and 400Lf of 12”. Auxiliary work includes, but is not limited to, excavation, asphalt removal/ replacement, bypass pumping, landscaping, manholes, connections to existing sanitary mains, and replacement of appurtenances thereto. The project is located in the City of Lakewood, Jefferson County, Colorado. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid security in the amount equal to five (5) percent of the bid. The Daniels Sanitation District reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality in the bidding and to accept the proposal deemed most advantageous to the best interest of the District. The District reserves the right to award the contract in a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening.
Legal Notice No. 408506 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice Notice of Final Payment
Notice is hereby given that at 6:00 p.m. on November 10th, 2020, the Green Mountain Water and Sanitation District will make final settlement with Ricor Services, LLC, 6255 West 52nd Avenue, Arvada, Colorado 80002, in connection with payment for all services rendered, materials furnished, and for all labor performed in and for construction of the 2018 Water and Sanitary Systems Improvements, Project 6511739658.
1. Any person, co-partnership, association, or corporation who has unpaid claim against said project or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provision, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claims.
2. All such claims shall be filed with the Green Mountain Water and Sanitation District, 13919 West Utah Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80228 on or before the above-mentioned time and date of final settlement.
3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the Green Mountain Water and Sanitation District from any and all liability for such claim. Legal Notice No. 408524 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Summons and Sheriff Sale Public Notice District Court, Jefferson County, Colorado 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401 In re the Parental Responsibilities concerning: Petitioner: Caitlin Christine Wheeler and Respondent: Benjamin David Griffiths Attorney: Sue A. Kokinos, PC 6590 S. Vine St., Suite 109, Centennial, CO 80121 Phone Number: 720-283-8343 E-mail: skokinos@gmail.com FAX Number: 303-730-3483 Atty. Reg. #: 37242 Case Number: 20DR30266 SUMMONS FOR ALLOCATION OF PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES
To the Respondent named above this Summons serves as a notice to appear in this case.
DANIELS SANITATION DISTRICT By: Bill Willis, P.E., Principal Martin/Martin, Inc.
If you were served in the State of Colorado, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 21 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.
Legal Notice No. 408534 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice Notice is hereby given that final settlement will be made on or after November 23, 2020 to the following contractor: Design Mechanical, Inc. for completing the installation of HVAC controller system performed at the Arvada Library, 7525 W. 57th Ave., Arvada, CO 80002. Any person or firm that furnished labor or materials, or other supplies used by said contractor or the sub-contractors on the above project, and its claim has not been paid, must file notice with the Budget & Finance Manager, Marc Calder, at 10200 W. 20th Ave., Lakewood, Colorado prior to the above date. By Marc Calder, Budget & Finance Manager Legal Notice No.: 408508 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Second Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that on or after 2 p.m. local time, November 20th, 2020, the City of Golden will make final settlement with Martin Marietta Materials, 10170 Church Ranch Way #201, Westminster, CO 80021, in connection with payment for all services rendered, materials furnished, and for all labor performed in and for the 2020 Street Improvement Program. 1. Any person, co-partnership, association or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said project or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provision, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by subcontractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, may at any
If you were served outside of the State of Colorado or you were served by publication, you must file your Response with the clerk of this Court within 35 days after this Summons is served on you to participate in this action.
You may be required to pay a filing fee with your Response. The Response form (JDF 1420) can be found at www.courts.state.co.us by clicking on the “Self Help/Forms” tab.
The Petition requests that the Court enter a Order addressing issues involving the children such as, child support, allocation of parental responsibilities, (decision-making and parenting time), attorney fees, and costs to the extent the Court has jurisdiction.
Notice: Colorado Revised Statutes §14-10-123, provides that upon the filing of a Petition for Allocation of Parental Responsibilities by the Petitioner and Co-Petitioner, or upon personal service of the Petition and Summons on the Respondent, or upon waiver and acceptance of service by the Respondent, an automatic temporary injunction shall be in effect against both parties until the Final Order is entered, or the Petition is dismissed, or until further Order of the Court. Either party may apply to the Court for further temporary orders, an expanded automatic temporary injunction, or modification or revocation under §14-10-125, C.R.S.
A request for genetic tests shall not prejudice the requesting party in matters concerning allocation of parental responsibilities pursuant to §14-10124(1.5), C.R.S. If genetic tests are not obtained prior to a legal establishment of paternity and submitted into evidence prior to the entry of the final order, the genetic tests may not be allowed into evidence at a later date.
Automatic Temporary Injunction – By Order of Colorado law, you and the other parties: 1. Are enjoined from molesting or disturbing the peace of the other party; and
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Public Notices 2. Are restrained from removing the minor child(ren) from the state without the consent of all parties or an Order of the Court modifying the injunction; and 3. Are restrained, without at least 14 days advance notification and the written consent of all other parties or an Order of the Court, from cancelling, modifying, terminating, or allowing to lapse for nonpayment of premiums, any policy of health insurance or life insurance that provides coverage to the minor child(ren) as a beneficiary of a policy. If you fail to file a Response in this case, any or all of the matters above, or any related matters which come before this Court, may be decided without further notice to you. Date: 5/1/2020 Signature of the Clerk of Court/Deputy /s/ Sue Kokinos Signature of the Attorney for the Petitioner Legal Notice No. 408552 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice County Court Jefferson County, Colorado Jefferson Combined Courts 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401 (720) 772-2500 Plaintiff(s): Colorado Disaster Restoration, LLC v. Defendant(s): Kathlene N. Mosier and Jeffrey C. Mosier Attorney for Plaintiff David O. Hansen, Reg. #29363 Kumpf Charsley & Hansen, LLC 9565 S. Kingston Court, Ste. 100 Englewood, CO 80112 Telephone: (720) 473-8000 Fax: 1-866-557-1561 (Toll-Free) dhansen@kch-law.com Case Number: 2020C033695 Division H Courtroom 3-H ALIAS SUMMONS To the above-named Defendant(s): Kathlene Nicole Marquess (Mosier) 7297 S. Chase Way Littleton, CO 80128 Take notice that: 1. On Thursday, December 17, 2020, 8:00 a.m., in the Jefferson County, County Court, Golden, Colorado, if an answer is not filed the Court may be asked to enter judgment against you as set forth in the Complaint. 2. A copy of the Complaint against you, and an Answer form which you must use if you file an answer are attached. 3. If you do not agree with the complaint, then you must either: a. Go to the Court, located at 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, Colorado, and immediately file the answer stating any legal reason you have why judgment should not be entered against you, OR b. File the answer with the Court before that date and time. 4. When you file your answer, you must pay a filing fee to the Clerk of the Court. 5. If you file an answer, you must give or mail a copy to the Plaintiff(s) or the attorney who signed the complaint. 6. If you do not file an answer, then the Court may enter a default judgment against you for the relief requested in the complaint. 7. If you want a jury trial, you must ask for one in the answer and pay a jury fee in addition to the filing fee. 8. If you want to file an answer or request for a jury trial and you are indigent, you must appear at the above date and time, fill out a financial affidavit, and ask the Court to waive the fee. Dated this 28th day of October, 2020. Signature of Attorney for Plaintiff(s) David O. Hansen, Reg. #29363 Kumpf Charsley & Hansen, LLC 9565 S. Kingston Court, Ste. 100 Englewood, CO 80112 Telephone: (720) 473-8000 This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 303, Rules of County Court Civil Procedure, as amended. A copy of the Complaint together with a blank answer form must be served with this Summons. This form should not be used where service by publication is desired. To the clerk: If this Summons is issued by the Clerk of the Court, the signature block for the clerk, deputy and the seal of the Court should be provided by stamp, or typewriter, in the space to the left of the attorney’s name. WARNING: ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. IN SOME CASES, A REQUEST FOR A JURY TRIAL MAY BE DENIED PURSUANT TO LAW EVEN THOUGH A JURY FEE HAS BEEN PAID. Legal Notice No. 408520 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: December 3, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Misc. Private Legals Public Notice November 12, 2020 SECOND NOTICE TO MORTGAGEES IN THE QUAYS COMMUNITY
Second Notice is hereby given to all mortgagees within The Quays community in Jefferson County, Colorado, that The Quays Townhouse Condominiums Association, Inc. is seeking mortgagee approval of a proposed Amended and Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of The Quays Townhouse Condominiums (the “Proposed Amendment”). The Proposed Amendment can be obtained at the following address: Altitude Community Law P.C., 555 Zang St., Ste. 100, Lakewood, CO 80228. Failure of any mortgagee to deliver a negative response to The Quays Townhouse Condominiums Association, Inc., c/o Altitude Community Law P.C., 555 Zang St., Ste. 100, Lakewood, CO 80228, within 60 days shall be deemed consent on behalf of the mortgagee. Legal Notice No. 408537 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice Case # 2020-014 Cert # 2008-01897 NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession of Occupancy of the hereinafter Described land, Lot or Premises and to the Person in whose name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed and to all Person having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and, To Whom it May Concern, and more especially KENNETH RIDGEWAY KENNETH RIDEWAY 100 JEFFERSON COUNTY PKWY 2520 GOLDEN, CO 80419 You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 22ND day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2009, the then county Treasurer of the County of Jefferson and State of Colorado sold at public sale to, JEFFERSON COUNTY, Assignor of, MITCHELL A. GOMEZ AND EMILY M. GOMEZ, Assignor of, DANIEL AUERBACH AND JACQUELINE DEMKO, Applicant, who has made demand for a Treasurer’s Deed for the following described real estate situated in the County of Jefferson and State of Colorado to wit; A TRACT OF LAND IN THE S1/2SE1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 70 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; LYING NORTHWESTERLY OF DEED RECORDED AUGUST 5, 2019 AT RECEPTION NO. 2019067943 AND LYING NORTHEASTERLY OF DEED RECORDED SEPTEMBER 16, 1988 AT RECEPTION NO. 88090959 AND LYING SOUTHEASTERLY OF DEED RECORDED NOVEMBER 14, 2000 AT RECEPTION NO. F1144265 AND LYING SOUTHEASTERLY OF DEED RECORDED JUNE 14, 1976 IN BOOK 2863 AT PAGE 309, ALSO KNOWN AS KEY 63, SE1/4 OF SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 70, AKA: VACANT LAND That said tax sale was made to satisfy the delinquent 2007 and 2008 taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2008 that said real estate was taxed in the name of KENNETH RIDEWAY that the statutory period of redemption expired OCTOBER 22, A.D. 2012; that the same has not been redeemed; that said property may be redeemed at any time before the Tax Deed is issued; that a Tax Deed will be issued to the said, DANIEL AUERBACH AND JACQUELINE DEMKO, lawful holder of said certificate, on the 15th day of FEBRUARY at 5:00 P.M., A.D.2021, unless the same has been redeemed on or before 5:00 P.M. of said date. WITNESS my hand and seal this 21ST Day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2020 Jerry DiTullio Jefferson County Treasurer Legal Notice No. 408466 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice Case # 2020-058 Cert # 2014-01133 NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession of Occupancy of the hereinafter Described land, Lot or Premises and to the Person in whose name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed and to all Person having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and, To Whom it May Concern, and more especially JAMES CASSELS MARY W. CASSELS 100 JEFFERSON COUNTY PKWY 2520 GOLDEN, CO 80419 You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 14th day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2015, the then county Treasurer of the County of Jefferson and State of Colorado sold at public sale to OUTREACH ASSETS LLC, Applicant, who has made demand for a Treasurer’s Deed for the following described real estate situated in the County of Jefferson and State of Colorado to wit; LOTS 18 AND 19, BLOCK 84, MOUNTAIN PARK HOME, AKA: VACANT LAND, That said tax sale was made to satisfy the delinquent 2014 taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2014 that said real estate was taxed in the name of JAMES CASSELS AND MARY W. CASSELS that the statutory period of redemption expired OCTOBER 14, A.D. 2018; that the same has not been redeemed; that said property may be redeemed at any time before the Tax Deed is issued; that a Tax Deed will be issued to the said, OUTREACH ASSETS LLC, lawful holder of said certificate, on the 15th day of FEBRUARY at 5:00 P.M., A.D. 2021, unless the same has been redeemed on or before 5:00 P.M. of said date. WITNESS my hand and seal this 21ST Day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2020. Jerry DiTullio Jefferson County Treasurer Legal Notice No. 408467 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice Summons Re: Domestic Relations In the District Court Jefferson County, Golden, Colorado THE PEOPLE OF THE
STATE OF COLORADO To the Respondents named below: You are hereby summoned and required to file with the Clerk of the Combined Court a response to the Petition within 30 days after publication of this notice. A copy of the Petition and Summons in your action may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 30 days of this publication. Action Number: Case Number: 20DR930 Name of Parties: Melissa Elder, Petitioner and Respondent: Martin Marquez Nature of Action: Dissolution of Marriage By: Bryce Allen District Court Magistrate Dated: 10/29/2020 Legal Notice No.: 409574 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Unincorporated Areas of Jefferson County, Colorado, Case No. 20-08-0724P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at https://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/fhm/BFE_Status/bfe_main.asp , or call the FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627). Legal Notice No. 408551 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice Case # 2020-057 Cert # 161033 NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE AT TAX SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR ISSUANCE OF TREASURER’S DEED To Every Person in Actual Possession of Occupancy of the hereinafter Described land, Lot or Premises and to the Person in whose name the same was Taxed or Specially Assessed and to all Person having an Interest or Title of Record in or to the said Premises and, To Whom it May Concern, and more especially SURRIEE A. FEDER 100 JEFFERSON COUNTY PKWY 2520 GOLDEN, CO 80419 You and each of you are hereby notified that on the 18th day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2017, the then county Treasurer of the County of Jefferson and State of Colorado sold at public sale to CITY OF LAKEWOOD, Applicant, who has made demand for a Treasurer’s Deed for the following described real estate situated in the County of Jefferson and State of Colorado to wit; A STRIP OF LAND LYING NORTH OF DEED RECORDED AUGUST 29, 2002 AT RECEPTION NO. F1555033 AND LYING SOUTH OF THE RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST 11TH AVENUE IN THE NW1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 69 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M., ALSO KNOWN AS KEY 253 NW1/4 SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 4, RANGE 69, AKA: VACANT LAND, That said tax sale was made to satisfy the delinquent 2016 taxes assessed against said real estate for the year 2016 that said real estate was taxed in the name of SURRIEE A. FEDER that the statutory period of redemption expired OCTOBER 18, A.D. 2020; that the same has not been redeemed; that said property may be redeemed at any time before the Tax Deed is issued; that a Tax Deed will be issued to the said, CITY OF LAKEWOOD, lawful holder of said certificate, on the 22ND day of FEBRUARY at 5:00 P.M., A.D. 2021, unless the same has been redeemed on or before 5:00 P.M. of said date. WITNESS my hand and seal this 26TH Day of OCTOBER, A.D. 2020. Jerry DiTullio Jefferson County Treasurer Legal Notice No. 408498 First Publication NOVEMBER 5, 2020 Final Publication NOVEMBER 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles Public Notice Cast Iron Recovery LLC, 4877 Pearl St., Denver 303-292-1542 is seeking title to: 1) 02 Toyota Tacoma Vin #132960 2) 88 Chevy Camaro Vin #123793 3) 13 Ford Focus Vin #245434 4) 57 Dodge d100 Vin #300135 5) 68 Pontiac Firebird Vin #603229 6) 56 Willys SW Vin #821505 7) 09 Toyota Corolla Vin #014921
Legal Notice No. 409594 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408303 First Publication: October 22, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
Notice to Creditors
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Christopher A. Hack, aka Christopher Arthur Hack, aka Christopher Hack, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31063
Public Notice Jefferson County, Colorado 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
In the Matter of the Estate of: Keith Earl Netteburg, a/k/a Keith E. Netteburg, a/k/a Keith Netteburg, Deceased
Margaret A. Blackburn, Personal Representative c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80203
Attorney: Virginia A. Frazer-Abel, Public Administrator 4704 Harlan Street, Suite 250 Denver, Colorado 80212 Phone: 720-638-1465 Fax: 720-279-0415 Email: virginia@vfalegal.com Case Number: 19PR31144 Division 11 NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION TO INTERESTED PERSONS AND OWNERS BY DESCENT OR SUCCESSION PURSUANT TO § 15-12-1303, C.R.S.
Legal Notice No. 408444 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
To all interested persons and owners by descent or succession (List all names of interested persons and owners by descent or succession): Estate of Rosemary Merkely, Susan Simons Orth, Michael Simmons. A petition has been filed alleging that the above decedent(s) died leaving the following property (including legal description if real property):
Property 1
Description of Property
Location of Property
Cash FirstBank,
Lakewood, Colorado
The hearing on the petition will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued: Date: December 11, 2020 Time: 8:00 a.m. Courtroom or Division: 11 Address: Jefferson County District Court, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, Colorado 80401 Note: • You must answer the petition on or before the hearing date and time specified above. • Within the time required for answering the petition, all objections to the petition must be in writing, filed with the court and served on the petitioner and any required filing fee must be paid. • The hearing shall be limited to the petition, the objections timely filed and the parties answering the petition in a timely manner. If the petition is not answered and no objections are filed, the court may enter a decree without a hearing.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Ronald Fisher, a/k/a Ronald L. Fisher, a/k/a Ronald Fisher, a/k/a Ron Fisher, a/k/a Ronnie Fisher, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31025
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ Tony C. Rossi Tony C. Rossi, Esq. #45051 ROSSI LAW, LLC 6215 Corporate Dr, Ste 101 Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Telephone: (303) 859-4173 E-Mail: tony@rossilawllc.com Legal Notice No. 408491 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Dorothy Agnes Major, aka Dorothy A. Major, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 390
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before February 3, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Denise C. Orin, Personal Representative 1405 Tamarac Drive Golden, Colorado 80401 Legal Notice No. 408439 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408553 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Bryce Dewey Tournier, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR030618
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Raymond Lawrence Gwozdz, a/k/a Raymond L. Gwozdz, a/k/a Raymond Gwozdz, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR031073
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Meggin Rutherford Attorney to the Personal Representative 8795 Ralston Road, Ste 113 Arvada, CO 80002
Doris Wojcieszak-Moore Personal Representative 1557 South Field Court Lakewood, CO 80232
Legal Notice No. 408529 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408463 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Kaye Doreen Hives, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31107
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of BETH SMITH, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31078
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. /s Rebecca Wallace Beattie Rebecca Wallace Beattie, #28875 Attorney for Kenneth Blair Hives and Glenn Eldon Hives, Co-Personal Representatives 6390 Gardenia Street, Suite 150 Arvada, CO 80004 303-384-0046 rebecca@wallacebeattie.com
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Julius Smith, Personal Representative c/o Pearman Law Firm 4195 Wadsworth Blvd Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Legal Notice No. 408523 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408562 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Pamela Jo Carr, aka Pamela J. Carr, aka Pam Carr, Deceased Case Number: 20PR274
Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Gary David Struwe, aka Gary D. Struwe, aka Gary Struwe, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31059 All persons having claims against the abovenamed Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Jefferson County District Court on or before March 19, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Nick Couzin, Personal Representative 2323 South Bellaire Street Denver, CO 80222
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Amy Carr, Personal Representative 7634 SE Main Street Portland, OR 97215 Legal Notice No. 408525 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
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Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Dorothy Marie Molloy, aka Dorothy M. Molloy, aka Dorothy Molloy, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30982 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Wayne S. Molloy, Personal Representative 6059 Vivian Street Arvada, Colorado 80004 Legal Notice No. 408549 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of William Pickett, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 31037 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before March 6th, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. /s/ Anne B. Jorgensen Anne B. Jorgensen, Esq. JORGENSEN, BROWNELL & PEPIN, P.C. 8001 Arista Pl. Suite 415 Broomfield, CO 80021 Legal Notice No. 408511 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice
Estate of Kathleen Mae St. Croix, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 268 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Kesheya Keller Personal Representative 5704 Simms Street, Apt. 202 Arvada, Colorado 80002 Legal Notice No. 408564 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Charles James Doryland, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31030 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the co-personal representatives or to District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Michael Lee Shannon, Personal Representative 16016 Sahler Circle Omaha, NE 68116 Trustee Services Group, PLLC 1755 Telstar Drive, Suite 300 Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Legal Notice No. 408499 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Betty L. Silliman, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31016
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Constance Marie Hansford, aka Constance Hansford, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 382
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
Matthew J. Perkins from Patricia Jo Stone, PC, Attorneys for PR Shaun Silliman 1751 E. Mainstreet, Suite 200 Parker,CO 80138
Benjamin R. Hansford Sr. Personal Representative 15251 Casler Avenue Fort Lupton, Colorado 80621
Legal Notice No. 408481 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of STEPHAN KIRK WISIAN, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR031094 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado or on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Stephan Kyle Wisian Personal Representative 11311 N. Xavier Drive, No. 202 Westminster, CO 80031 Legal Notice No. 409582 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JOHN DANIEL HAUN, a/k/a JOHN D. HAUN, a/k/a JOHN HAUN, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 30973 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Good Shepherd Fund Personal Representative c/o Liezl Ravelo, Care Manager, 1660 S. Albion St., Ste. 1140 Denver, CO 80222 Legal Notice No. 408559 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of LAWRENCE J. DELMARGO, aka LAWRENCE JOHN DELMARGO, aka LAWRENCE DELMARGO, aka LARRY JOHN DELMARGO, aka LARRY J. DELMARGO, and as LARRY DELMARGO, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31096 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Shawn L. DelMargo, Personal Representative c/o M. Lisa Clore, Esq. Lisa Clore, LLC 5500 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Suite 130 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Legal Notice No. 408512 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Legal Notice No. 408478 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert Henry Weber, aka Robert Harry Weber, aka Bob Weber, aka Robert H Weber, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 354 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 6, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Matthew G. Weber Personal Representative 443 S. Oakland Avenue, Apt. 4 Pasadena, CA 91101 Legal Notice No. 408442 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Alexander Wentskowski, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31113 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. William G. Cuddy, Personal Representative 43 Mapleridge Drive Waterbury, CT 06705 Legal Notice No. 409595 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Stephen Robert Sogan, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31079 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court, Jefferson County Probate Court, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Sarah Sogan Personal Representative for the Deceased 2656 Hiwan Drive Evergreen, CO 80439 Legal Notice No. 408447 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jon Carlson, aka Jon Ross Carlson, and Jon R. Carlson, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 030939 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative Mary B. Carlson, c/o William F. Skewes, Attorney at Law 2847 Scotia
Road, Evergreen, Colorado 80439-8840 Or to the Probate Division of the District Court of Jefferson County, State of Colorado, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, Colorado 80401 on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. William F. Skewes as Attorney for Personal Representative 2847 Scotia Road Evergreen, Colorado 80439-8840 Legal Notice No. 408486 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Constance J. Stickling, a/k/a Constance Joyce Stickling, a/k/a Constance Stickling, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31076 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Margaret A. Austin, Personal Representative c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80203 Legal Notice No. 408490 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Wyandle D. Edwards, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 389 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Carla E. Thexton Personal Representative 5896 W. 77th Drive Westminster, Colorado 80003 Legal Notice No. 408451 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Shannon Michelle Bryant, aka Shannon M. Bryant, aka Shannon Bryant, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 31051 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Francyne Bryant Personal Representative 13085 West 85th Place Arvada, Colorado 80005 Kelly R. McCabe, #10259 Kelly R. McCabe, PC 22 East Main Street Cortez, Colorado 81321 970-565-7209 Legal Notice No. 408516 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Danny Graul, aka Daniel J. Graul, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31157 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Roger Loecher, Personal Representative c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 1100 Denver, CO 80203 Legal Notice No. 409590 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Jeffco Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of TERRENCE JON ZDON, a/k/a TERRENCE J. ZDON, a/k/a TERRENCE ZDON, a/k/a TERRY ZDON, a/k/a TERRENCE JON UECKER, a/k/a TERRENCE J. UECKER, a/k/a TERRENCE UECKER, and TERRY UECKER, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 31077 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative, or to: The District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Holly J. Sprunger Personal Representative 986 Dogwood Drive Golden, Colorado 80401 Legal Notice No. 408459 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice
Estate of Leonard Lavern Nixon, Jr., aka Lenny L. Nixon, Jr., aka Lenny Nixon, Jr., aka Lenny Nixon, aka Leonard L. Nixon, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 31090
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lyle James Summers, a/k/a Lyle J. Summers, aka Lyle Summers, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31056 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before April 13, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Dana M. Summers, Personal Representative Robert G. Frie (1796) Frie, Arndt, Danborn & Thiessen P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd., #201 Arvada, Colorado 80003 303/420-1234 Attorney for Personal Representative
Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Michael E. Sullivan, Jr., also known as Michael Earl Sullivan, Jr., Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31066
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Cynthia Marie Brown, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 391 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Valerie C. Bartell Personal Representative 1009 Alder Way Longmont, Colorado 80503
Jarred L. Sullivan, Personal Representative 25 Downing Avenue Haverhill, MA 01830
Public Notice District Court Jefferson County, Colorado 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401
Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JC Sparkman, a/k/a J.C. Sparkman, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31032 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Dolores D. Sparkman, Personal Representative 1985 S. Lake Road Lakewood, CO 80227
In the Matter of the Estate of: Alan Dominic Fantin a/k/a Alan D. Fantin a/k/a Alan Fantin Attorney: Kylan J. King 1000 Sheridan Blvd. Denver, CO 80214 Phone Number: 303-623-8000 E-mail: kylanking@aol.com FAX Number: 303-623-0477 Atty. Reg. #: 42469 Case Number: 2020 PR 30707 NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION PURSUANT TO ยง 15-10-401, C.R.S.
Legal Notice No. 408535 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
To: Louis Martinez Last Known Address, if any: Denver, CO
Public Notice
A hearing on the Petition for Formal Probate and Appointment of Personal Representative for determination of Testamentary capacity of the decedent, Alan Dominic Fantin.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Sonja Anne Rodgers, aka Sonja A. Rodgers, aka Sonja Rodgers, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31021
will be held at the following time and location or at a later date to which the hearing may be continued:
All persons having claims against the abovenamed Estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Jefferson County District Court on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Robert Ramirez, Personal Representative 308 21st Avenue Greeley, CO 80634
Date: December 22, 2020 Time: 1:30 p.m. Courtroom or Division: 11 Address: 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401 The hearing will take approximately 1 hour Legal Notice No. 408489 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408479 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher:Golden Transcript
Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Glenn Frederick Tiedt, a/k/a Glenn F. Tiedt, a/k/a Glenn Tiedt, Deceased Case Number: 2020PR31129
Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Conrad Mangold, a/k/a Conrad W. Mangold, a/k/a Conrad Warren Mangold, Deceased Case Number: 20PR30923 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Kathrine Mangold, Personal Representation 10090 Flower Street Westminster, Colorado 80021 Legal Notice No. 409583 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before March 12, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Leslie N. Crispelle, Personal Representative Patrick R. Thiessen (40185) FRIE, ARNDT, DANBORN & THIESSEN P.C. 7400 Wadsworth Blvd, Ste. 201 Arvada, CO 80003 Phone Number: 303-420-1234 Attorney for Leslie N. Crispelle Personal Representative Legal Notice No. 408572 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Marian L. Herzberger, a/k/a Marian Louise Herzberger, a/k/a Marian Herzberger , Deceased Case Number: 20PR31002
PUBLIC NOTICE
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Jefferson County Probate Court of the County of Jefferson, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
PUBLIC NOTICE
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson, County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
Legal Notice No. 408485 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408482 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408514 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Lonny J. Nixon Personal Representative 1002 Xenophone Street Golden, Colorado 80401 Legal Notice No. 408454 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No. 408567 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Name of Person Giving Notice: Robert Leffler-Herzberger, Personal Representative c/o Bordeaux & Boyes, LLC 2629 Redwing Rd. Suite 112 Fort Collins, CO 80526
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Douglas James Brittenham, aka Douglas Brittenham, aka Douglas J. Brittenham, aka Doug James Brittenham, aka Doug J. Brittenham, and Doug Brittenham, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 3116
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 15, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Julia Lee Wagner Personal Representative 1032 Hansberry Court Ormand Beach, FL 32174 Legal Notice No. 408521 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
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Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Margaret Mary Conway, Margaret M. Conway, aka Margaret Conway, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30986 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Ann T. Conway Personal Representative c/o Donald F. Slavin, P.C. 4704 Harlan Street, No. 685 Denver, Colorado 80212-7493 Legal Notice No. 408446 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Benjamin Charles Van Dyke, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 322 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before December 4, 2020, or the claims may be forever barred. Maria Elaine Van Dyke Personal Representative 8545 W. Dakota Ave, Apt No. B310 Lakewood, Colorado 80226 Legal Notice No. 408438 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Jean Caldwell Capps, a/k/a Jean C. Capps, and Jean Capps, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 31099 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative, or to: The District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Michael M. Field, Personal Representative Tax Savant PO Box 17605 Denver, Colorado 80217 Legal Notice No. 408518 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Lillian L. Heston, aka Lillian Louise Heston, aka Lillian Heston, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 000417 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 15, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Michael Heston Personal Representative 8477 S. Reed Street, No. 202 Littleton, Colorado 80128 Legal Notice No. 409581 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Robert A. Kissling, Deceased Case Number: 20 PR 406 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Amy Kissling, Personal Representative 13812 W. Dakota Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80228 Legal Notice No. 408517 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Susanna Christina Olivares, aka Susanna C. Olivares, aka Susanna Olivares, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 30226 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Special Administrator/Personal Representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 5, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Special Administrator / Personal Representative: Jeanette Goodwin c/o Cyndi L. Lyden, Esq. 1777 South Harrison Street, Suite 1250 Denver, Colorado 80210 Legal Notice No. 408532 First Publication: November 5, 2020 Last Publication: November 19, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript Public Notice NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Clinton H. Durkop, aka Clinton Durkop, Deceased Case Number: 2020 PR 31009 All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Jefferson County, Colorado on or before March 1, 2021, or the claims may be forever barred. Eric C.H. Durkop, Personal Representative c/o Katz, Look & Onorato, P.C. 1120 Lincoln Street Denver, Colorado 80203 Legal Notice No.408435 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
The Petition requests that the name of Franzel Sterling Loetz be changed to Sterling Franzel Loetz Case No.: 20 C 1411 By: J. Harlan Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 408558 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Arielle Louise Scott be changed to Arielle Louise Rosini Case No.: 20 C 1407 By: Mary Lawrence Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court.
Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court. The Petition requests that the name of JohnWilliam Troy Cairns be changed to JW Troy Cairns Case No.: 20 C 1410 By: J. Harlan, Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 408550 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE
The Petition requests that the name of Zachariah dea Barnes be changed to Zachariah Dea Rosini Case No.: 20 C 1406
Legal Notice No. 408571 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Public Notice
Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Jefferson County Court.
Summons Re: Domestic Relations In the District Court Jefferson County, Golden, Colorado
The Petition requests that the name of Salvatore Merle Scott be changed to Salvatore Merle Rosini Case No.: 20 C 1409 By: Mary Lawrence Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 408568 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE
A copy of the Petition and Summons in your action may be obtained from the Clerk of the Combined Court. Default judgment may be entered against you if you fail to appear or file a response within 30 days of this publication.
Name of Parties: Evangelina Saldivar, Petitioner and Luis Alberto Mares Reyes, Respondent
The Petition requests that the name of Alicia Montero be changed to Alicia Dickson Case No.: 20 C 1441
Nature of Action: Seeking Custody of Minor Child
By: Karla Bostow Clerk of Court Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 409584 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of a Minor Child has been filed with the Jefferson County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Thaddeus James Scott be changed to Thaddeus James Rosini Case No.: 20 C 1408 By: Mary Lawrence Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 408569 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name Public notice is given on November 5, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court. The Petition requests that the name of Manuel Eugene Abbato be changed to Manuel Eugene The Israel of God Case No.: 20 C 1301 By: Karla Bostow Clerk of Court Deputy Clerk Legal Notice No. 409585 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court.
Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court.
Wheat Ridge
You are hereby summoned and required to file with the Clerk of the Combined Court a response to the Petition within 30 days after publication of this notice.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Legal Notice No. 408563 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Legal Notice No.: 408556 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
To the Respondents named below:
Action Number: 20 DR 163
By: J. Harlan Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner(s).
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO
Public notice is given on November 2, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court.
The Petition requests that the name of Morgana Edalia Abbato be changed to Morgana Edalia The Israel of God Case No.: 20 C 1300
To: Jose Artuto Nunez Lozano Pursuant to §19-5-208, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner(s) has/ have filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child.
You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set for Jan 11, 2021 & Jan 15, 2021, at 9am. in the court location identified above.
Adoption / Guardianship
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
NOTICE OF HEARING Petitioner: Joseph Cody Stockwell Case Number 20JA34
If applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and/or have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more.
By: Mary Lawrence Clerk of Court / Deputy Clerk
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name
Public Notice District Court, Jefferson County, CO 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401
Legal Notice No. 408570 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: November 12, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Name Changes
Public notice is given on November 5, 2020, that a Petition for a Change of Name of an Adult has been filed with the Jefferson County Court.
Legal Notice No.: 408557 First Publication: November 12, 2020 Last Publication: December 10, 2020 Publisher: Golden Transcript
Public Notice CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE City Council has adopted Ordinance 1699
Ordinance 1699: An Ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at the southeast corner of W. I-70 Frontage Road North and Ward Road from Agricultural-Two (A-2) to Planned Mixed Use Development (PMUD) with an Outline Development Plan (ODP).
The ordinance is available in electronic form on the City’s official website, www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/legal-notices. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, upon appointment, request and notification, copies are also available in printed form. Legal Notice No.: 409597 First Publication: Jeffco Transcript, October 15, 2020 Second Publication: Jeffco Transcript, November 12, 2020 Final Publication: Jeffco Transcript, November 12, 2020 Effective Date: November 27, 2020
Combined Court By: Magistrate Alabiso Filed: August 12, 2020 Legal Notice No.: 408465 First Publication: October 29, 2020 Last Publication: November 26, 2020 Publisher: The Golden Transcript
Public Notice
Public Notice
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE City Council has adopted Ordinance 1700
District Court, Jefferson County, CO 100 Jefferson County Parkway Golden, CO 80401
Ordinance 1700: An Ordinance repealing Ordinance 1691, Series 2020, an ordinance approving the rezoning of property located at 9800 W. 38th Avenue from Residential-One (R-1) to Planned Residential Development.
NOTICE OF HEARING Petitioner: Joseph Cody Stockwell Case Number 20JA35 To: Jose Artuto Nunez Lozano Pursuant to §19-5-208, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner(s) has/ have filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child. If applicable, an Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and/or have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more. You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set for Jan 11, 2021 & Jan 15, 2021, at 9am. in the court location identified above. You are further notified that if you fail to appear for said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner(s).
The ordinance is available in electronic form on the City’s official website, www.ci.wheatridge.co.us/legal-notices. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, upon appointment, request and notification, copies are also available in printed form. Legal Notice No.: 409596 First Publication: Jeffco Transcript, October 29, 2020 Second Publication: Jeffco Transcript, November 12, 2020 Final Publication: Jeffco Transcript, November 12, 2020 Effective Date: November 9, 2020
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Wheat Ridge goats are on the move Community program brings a taste of life on the farm, to the city BY BOB WOOLEY BWOOLEY@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
On an early Wednesday morning near the parking lot for the Kipling section of the Clear Creek Trail, bleating goats are being loaded into the back of a pickup while a steady stream of cars rolls past the nearby liquor store. This somewhat unexpected scene is courtesy of a partnership between the city of Wheat Ridge and a college-teaching, city councilwoman that uses goats as a sustainable way of clearing plots of land, largely due to their unique ability to digest plant material, including seeds, preventing new growth of the sometimes noxious weeds they consume. The goats who’ve spent the past month grazing a plot of land near the trail are on the way to their next assignment. Amanda Weaver and her helper Shawnna Black have their hands full. One of the goats has decided he’s not in the mood to take a ride in the truck. But 10 years of dealing with the eccentricities of these lovable animals gives Weaver the upper hand. Weaver, owner of 5 Fridges Farm, a short distance from the trail, said what started out as a joke between herself and the former head of forestry in Wheat Ridge — to use the goats to clear a difficult piece of land, just outside the fence surrounding her dairy farm, turned into the popular city program. What surprised her most, was the attachment neighbors formed with the goats. “When I moved them back inside the fence, all of these people from the community knew the goats’ names because I had name tags on them and they said “Where did Willie go? Where did Arlo go?” So we realized, we’ve got an opportunity here, not
A 5 Fridges Farm goat working a plot of land near Kipling Boulevard in Wheat Ridge. PHOTOS BY BOB WOOLEY only do some great work in the parks, but also the community loves it, and it’s a great teaching tool for all of these important environmental science things.” She knows a lot about those important science issues. Aside from urban farming and sitting on the Wheat Ridge city council for the last yearand-a-half, Weaver teaches sustainable agriculture at CU Denver. “This program is a perfect opportunity because people love goats. It really didn’t have anything to do with my council position but now people know me as council member and the crazy goat lady,” Weaver said. Before COVID-19 hit, moving the goats was an old-school affair, often consisting of a round-up and goat parade down city streets, between grazing locations. But for now, the pickup truck works just fine. The goats are greeted warmly when they reach their destination. Nestled between Wilmore-Davis Elementary School and residential homes, Happiness Gardens is a community gardening project that’s participating in the goat program for the first time, allowing them to clear the plot this
City Councilwoman Amanda Weaver loads a goat into her pickup in Wheat Ridge.
A neighbor looks on as a goat is moved to his temporary home at Happiness Gardens in Wheat RIdge. off-season. Rachel Hultin, a city council member from District 2 is there to meet the goats, proudly wearing her ‘nerd herd’ T-shirt. She’s clearly a big fan of the program. “People from the neighborhood walk through this space all of the time,” she said. “Now they’re going to be exposed to the goats, and at the
end of the day it just tells a rich story about who we are as a city. Wheat Ridge cares a lot about its land and its connection to the land, and there’s nothing like having goats in your community garden to really make it relatable and alive.” The goats will be at this location for about the next month before moving on to their next assignment.
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