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Newly elected school board directors ready to work Losing candidate says conservatives gaining traction in Douglas County

BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Candidates who prevailed in the Douglas County School Board election say they are ready to start working on the issues they campaigned on. Among their top priorities — school safety and the district’s work culture.

Following a May shooting at a school, school safety was a key issue among all six candidates during the campaign. It remains so for the newly elected directors, they said.

Susan Meek won in District A and Elizabeth Hanson in District C. Incumbent and board president David Ray retained his seat in District F. Ray has been a staunch supporter of the district’s current safe schools policy, which prohibits armRay ing anyone other than designated security personnel. He plans to continue seeing where it can be improved.

“We continue to just enhance the whole notion of what a safe school

environment means, and so we’re looking forward to continuing to build on that,” he said.

Hanson said candidates heard a lot about school safety during the campaign and she plans to continue bolstering the district’s social and emotional wellness programing.

Meek said she has Hanson reviewed reports compiled by committees that the Douglas County Board of Commissioners formed following the May fatal shooting at STEM School Highlands Ranch. Based on those, she plans to further promote consistency among Meek schools, better communication and more collaboration throughout the community to increase school safety.

Her opponent, Kory Nelson, served on one of the two committees.

Individual priorities Hanson, who has a background in employment law, made the district’s work culture her priority while campaigning. She plans to tour district schools, where she says she’ll speak with school personnel to learn which employment issues are most important to them.

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wake up a very apathetic communiour employment environment is the absolute best that we can offer our ty that under voted.” He specifically employees,” she said. “Because I compared the number of people who know that’s how we give our stuvoted in the school board election dents the best.” to that of Proposition CC. There Hanson also aims to work closely were 107,410 Douglas County votes with the district’s employee council. on Proposition CC and 92,323 cast in The group of 40 district personnel is the race between Jones and Meek. a volunteer advisory team through Turnout in the Nov. 5 election was which employees give the supernearly 43%, according to county intendent feedback on issues like records, compared to 38.4% in 2017. work conditions, compensation and “They do not have the trust. A benefits. very, very small portion of the elecRay has four main priorities torate came out and voted for them, for his second but they should term, he said. not take that Those are school as a mandate,” safety, school Jones said. culture, revampJones vowed to ing teacher remain involved compensation in the school and updating district and said the district’s he would watch policies. district leaders One of his closely. and the board’s “I’m not gobiggest recent ing away. I still projects, Ray intend to be a said, was the voice for conrollout of the servatives, for district’s new parents in charstrategic plan. ter schools, for The district is parents of chilstill forming dren in home action plans to schools that may carry out each one day go to a of its priorities neighborhood named in the school,” Jones Elizabeth Hanson, said. strategic plan, so Ray said he Kory Nelson, new District C Douglas County will continue who ran against School Board member Ray, said he was to focus on that effort. The proud to have plan focuses secured more on safety and than 45% of the social-emotional health of students, vote against an incumbent board guiding students in post-graduate president. He also said conservative planning, a positive culture, an candidates were gaining traction in aligned curriculum, equitable disDouglas County school board electribution of resources and employee tions. recruitment and retention.

“As far as the last two cycles, the The district is also updating each conservative candidates lost by of its policies, one by one, and 15,000 votes,” Nelson said. “This working to align its curriculum so race was quite an improvement and that students in each school are I think we certainly kept control of meeting the same benchmarks, Ray the message.” said.

In 2017 and 2015, winning school Meek said the district is in a critiboard candidates led by an average cal phase of its rollout of the strateof roughly 15,000 votes. This year, gic plan. She hopes to help institute two of the three races were closer methods for the district to measure than that. the progress and success of the Ray, when asked for a response to plan’s themes as it’s implemented in Nelson’s comments, said the district the district. is “finally seeing a community that says, ‘You know what, we’re tired of Debate over partisan leanings the contentiousness.’”

Some candidates who lost in the The community is becoming less election said results showed porpolarized, he said. tions of the community have lost “It’s not a political posturing faith in the current board. game anymore,” Ray said of the Andy Jones, who opposed Meek, school board election. “That’s the lost by about 2 percentage points. crux of what doesn’t work, is when The board should be cognizant of we label ourselves conservative or the closeness of that race, he said. not conservative. I think that’s the He also lamented voter turnout and very reason we’ve had a tumultuous said, “we found it very difficult to time in this district.”

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Commissioners celebrate win for Ballot Issue 1A Board members are excited to work on improving roads

BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners began celebrating Nov. 5 after receiving news that Ballot Issue 1A had been approved by voters.

Beginning in January, an additional $12 million will be added to the county’s transportation budget, due to the measure. While the ballot item didn’t increase any taxes, it did reallocate a portion of the 1% sales tax from the justice center to roads.

After two years of negotiations around road funding, Board Chairman Roger Partridge was relieved when he found out the measure passed, he said.

“It’s a lot more enjoyable to work on projects when you can see it’s going to be pleasing to individuals,” he said.

As of Nov. 7, the ballot measure had more than 52% of the vote.

In 2017, Commissioner Lora Thomas proposed moving 0.23% of the sales tax from the justice center to transportation.

The measure, which eventually failed, was highly opposed by the sheriff ’s office, which said it needed the funding for planned projects.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners celebrated the passing of Ballot Issue 1A during a Nov. 5 election watch party. From left, commissioners Roger Partridge, Lora Thomas and Abe Laydon pose for a photo.

COURTESY PHOTO Now, it’s years later and the day after the ballot measure passed, Thomas was enthusiastic.

“It’s just really exciting and satisfy-

ing,” she said. “I’m pleased that the voters recognized that this was a wonderful win-win opportunity to get some additional funding for roads, so

that the quality of our lives doesn’t diminish as more people move to Douglas County.”

She said one reason 1A is a strong solution is because a large portion of the people shopping in Douglas County are coming from outside the county.

“So they are helping fix the roads that they are using,” Thomas said.

When the ballot question was approved by commissioners in September, Undersheriff Holly NicholsonKluth said the office would remain neutral. Now, she says she’s hopeful it will benefit the community.

“Although I think the sheriff ’s office had concerns about (1A), ultimately the people decided this and that’s what’s important,” she said.

And are there still concerns from the sheriff ’s office?

“I think only the future will tell,” she said. “The sheriff ’s office has needs and budget requests for things we believe are important and we are trusting that the commissioners will fund those things that are important to public safety.”

One thing the sheriff ’s office is hoping for is additional patrol officers, Nicholson-Kluth said.

Now that the ballot measure has passed, the county budget will need to be amended to show the change in funding, Thomas said.

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A look at the coming senior center Rationale behind decision, finances explained

BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

As the Highlands Ranch Metro District gets closer and closer to building a senior center, some members of the community are still unclear on basic facts around the project, according to feedback received by the metro district.

In emails and phone calls received by the district, residents expressed concern about the need for such a center, its funding plan and how it could affect the rest of the community.

Below are details on the history, timeline, finances and hopes for the senior center.

How did the idea come about?

The idea for a senior center in Highlands Ranch has been tossed around since the early 2000s, said Carrie Ward, the metro district director of parks, recreation and open space.

The current effort began in 2017 when the metro district completed a “needs assessment” aimed at finding gaps in services provided to the community.

“The big takeaway from the needs assessment was that someone in the community needed to coordinate to provide services for seniors,” Ward

said.

The metro district found that while many surrounding communities have specific spaces where older people can gather and socialize, Highlands Ranch did not have such a facility, she said.

“Isolation, especially for older folks, is really unhealthy for people,” she said. “Both physically and mentally.”

Sue Frommelt, vice president of the senior club, agrees about the importance of the center.

“There aren’t any places other than Starbucks and McDonald’s where seniors can go,” she said. “Just like teens want to get together with their age group, so do seniors.”

How will it be funded?

Will it require a tax increase?

There are two elements to the senior center’s funding: the construction cost and the ongoing operating costs.

Neither will cause an increase in taxes and, because the project is run by the metro district rather than the Highlands Ranch Community Association, it will not affect assessment fees.

The construction cost for the senior center, estimated at $12 million, will be paid in full from the district’s capital fund.

The operating costs will be paid for by the metro district general fund, which is replenished each year by existing property taxes, developer fees and other revenue streams.

Some of the operating costs would also be offset by the center’s annual membership and program fees, Ward said.

What will it offer?

The center will offer a variety of programs aimed at four main services: socialization, health and wellness, lifelong learning and information on social services such as housing, transportation and healthcare.

Proposed programs include cooking classes, game nights, Silver Sneakers Fitness Classes, walking clubs, technology classes, tennis leagues and wellness checks. It’s also proposed to have resources, information and referrals for housing and transportation options, legal needs, veteran services and healthcare programs.

The plan is for the center not to overlap any of the services provided by the HRCA recreation centers, Frommelt said.

What does the timeline look like?

The next step for the project is a community survey that is being sent out to residents asking about the senior center. The results for this questionnaire, which will weight responses to ensure fairness, are expected by the end of January.

The board will likely wait until the results come in to vote on the location of the senior center. Ward and her

staff presented three site options to the board: one on Highlands Ranch Parkway near Ridgeglen Way, another on the corner of Plaza Drive and Mill Vista Road and the last at Toepfer Park.

These sites were selected for their size and location, among other factors.

The district found the site will need a minimum of 5 acres to operate, Ward said.

While some seniors shared frustrations for the need of the survey at a recent metro district meeting, Frommelt said she knows it needs to be done correctly.

“Would I like to have a senior center built by January? Yes, I would. But I know realistically it can’t be done that way,” she said. “If it takes an extra year to get it done right then we will wait for it and be very excited when it does happen.”

Is there community pushback?

Most negative feedback the district has received on the project falls into two categories: opposition to anything that is perceived to increase taxes and the thought that this isn’t a priority for the community, Ward said.

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Educating beyond academics Schools seek right approach in social and emotional learning

BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Eighth-grader Kendall Meibos stepped shyly onto the stage at the Pepsi Center in Denver and peered over a lectern at the crowd around him.

Filling stands typically reserved for Denver Nuggets or Colorado Avalanche fans were about 6,000 employees from the Douglas County School District — administrators, teachers, board of education members and the superintendent. They came to hear the district roll out its new strategic plan.

“Last year was very rough for me,” said the 13-year-old, as he described his struggles with anxiety and depression. A school counselor, he explained, had helped him learn to better manage those conditions — in life, at school and in the classroom.

Talking with someone helped, he said, and he urged all district employees to remember that being open about mental and emotional health makes for better school climates.

“I’m thankful,” Meibos said, “that the community that I live in knows that mental health is important.”

The evolution of SEL During the Sept. 20 event, the school district walked through the major themes of its new strategic plan— its foremost guiding document for the next few years, with the first focus on health, safety and social-emotional support for students.

Superintendent Thomas Tucker told the crowd the district would strive to provide that support for every student, including those like Meibos, who may be struggling to manage their mental health or emotional well-being.

“Students need to learn in environments that are physically and emo-

Rocky Heights Middle School student Kendall Meibos speaks to thousands of Douglas County School District employees at the Pepsi Center.

JESSICA GIBBS tionally safe,” Tucker said.

The inclusion of social and emotional learning is part of a broader trend in education across the country.

Historically, schools have focused on cognitive development in the classroom, said Finessa Ferrell, a social and emotional learning specialist with the Colorado Education Initiative, a nonprofit that partners with the Colorado Department of Education and works to improve the K-12 system in Colorado.

But about 15 years ago, she said, concerns from employers about a lack of workplace skills among people they were hiring sparked a push to better equip students with creative thinking skills and the tools needed to work on teams and be self-starters.

“The feedback we were getting from workforce folks was that students weren’t very prepared to work with each other,” she said, citing problem solving and interpersonal skills as examples.

Meanwhile, the national organization CASEL, or the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning, was creating frameworks for social and emotional competen-

cies, which Ferrell believes took off among educators at roughly the same time. CASEL was founded in 1994.

CASEL defines social emotional learning as “the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships and make responsible decisions.”

The organization teaches those skills by focusing on five main areas: • Self-management and the ability to manage emotions • Self-awareness and understanding what triggers certain emotions • Social awareness, being aware of one’s own behavior and taking cues from other people • Responsible decision-making • Building positive relationships Social and emotional learning began gaining more traction with teachers in recent years, Ferrell said, when a “super push” helped it transition beyond a counselor’s office or school psychologist and spread throughout a school.

And the nonprofit think tank Aspen

Institute’s National Commission on Social, Emotional and Academic Development — composed of leading educators, scientists and elected officials from across the country — concluded in March after three years of study that social and emotional learning should be integrated with academic development.

The commission’s report, From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope, says, “Children learn best when we treat them as human beings, with social and emotional as well as academic needs.” There’s also an increasing demand for social and emotional skills in the workplace, the report says, as employers are expected to work on diverse teams, manage difficult problems and adjust to rapid change.

“The promotion of social, emotional and academic learning is not a shifting education fad; it is the substance of education itself,” the report reads.

“It is not a distraction from the ‘real work’ of math and English instruction; it is how instruction can succeed.” The report says youths should be intentionally taught social, emotional and cognitive skills.

Ferrell said schools and districts have yet to fully adopt this approach but she expects it will catch on in coming years.

‘Everyone is trying to do it’ To be successful, social and emotional learning should permeate education, Ferrell said. Academics shouldn’t be segregated from a child’s social and emotional development.

That’s tricky when teachers already feel overburdened.

“There are teachers who think this is just one more thing,” she said, “and there are educators who don’t understand why they need to do this, too.”

But social and emotional learning has a direct link to academic performance, Ferrell said.

“When we focus on social and emotional learning, we see academic SEE APPROACH, P7

13-year-old speaks out about mental, emotional health Kendall Meibos created more than 1,000 ‘calming jars’

BY JESSICA GIBBS JGIBBS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

When Kendall Meibos, an eighthgrade student at Rocky Heights Middle School, feels anxious, he sometimes turns to his calming jar, a water bottle filled with glitter or beads that he shakes and then watches as the pieces inside move, helping him focus on something other than his anxiety.

Eventually, he relaxes.

It’s one of the coping strategies that Rocky Heights counselor Lori Qui taught him when his mother reached out to her for help last school year as anxiety and depression began disrupting his life.

“My brain was moving really fast, not being able to concentrate,” Kendall remembered.

Conflict in a classroom, caused by other students with the teacher, triggered the issues, he thinks. Although he wasn’t the cause of the conflict, the teacher’s response to the class triggered intense anxiety, he said. He’s not sure why.

Anxiety isn’t the only condition Kendall has struggled with, he said, explaining he also believes he’s battled depression. When the problems arose, Kendall struggled to sleep, couldn’t stay focused in class and generally felt angry and sad. Corin Meibos, his mother, said that feeling likely made him uncomfortable.

“He’s not an angry kid,” she said.

Since then, with Qui’s help, Kendall said he’s learned it’s safe to confront how he’s feeling.

“Anxiety and depression isn’t something that you run away from,” he said. “It’s just something that you have to try and get help for.”

After Qui showed Kendall the calming jar, he wanted to enable more school counselors to help students the same way. In May, Kendall devoted his Eagle Scout project to creating calming jars to disperse in the community.

To date, he’s made more than 1,000 calming jars. He’s also given numerous speeches at community events about his struggles with mental health. He hopes the jars help people manage their own symptoms and encourage people to seek help if they’re struggling.

“Just knowing that it’s OK to tell adults and other people that you can trust,” he said. “We can all make a difference.”

People can use ‘calming jars’ to relax if overwhelmed by anxiety or stress.

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development as a significant beneficiary,” said Jamie Montoya-De Smidt, a prevention coordinator with the Douglas County School District.

A 2011 CASEL study found students who participated in social and emotional programs showed an 11-point increase in their academic performance. They also demonstrated improved classroom behavior, managed stress and depression better, and had improved attitudes about themselves, others and school.

That kind of programming also can lead to violence prevention, Ferrell said. Social and emotional learning often becomes a priority in communities that recently experienced a tragedy, such as student suicide or school shootings.

Beverly Kingston, director of the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence at the University of Colorado Boulder, said social and emotional learning can be a critical tool in violence prevention.

“It actually addresses the risk factors that could impact future violence, so it’s really working upstream and giving kids the skills that they need so that they don’t end up becoming violent,” Kingston said.

When forming the strategic plan, the school district sought input from students, parents and the community, Montoya-De Smidt said.

“Social and emotional learning was at the top of what people said they wanted us to spend our time investigating and putting our energy and resources toward,” he said.

Protocols for social and emotional learning At Rocky Heights Middle School in Highlands Ranch, social and emotional learning is filtered through numerous avenues, said Lori Qui, the school counselor who worked with Meibos.

Those avenues include the counseling department but also classrooms and teachers.

Teachers use small opportunities in their day-to-day work to teach students social and emotional lessons, Qui said.

A teacher could, for instance, pull aside two students who had an argument and coach them to a resolution.

Some schools have adopted Second Step, a social and emotional learning curriculum, which is also being implemented at Rocky Heights. Qui said staff are currently being trained in the program.

“We really try to infuse it into everything that we do,” she said, “not just a curriculum that kids have once a week for nine weeks.”

Nancy Ingalls, the district’s personalized learning officer, said the district this year increased the number of school counselors so that each elementary, middle or high school has at least one or more. Previously, most elementary schools did not have a counselor.

“The fact that we have counselors in every elementary school is a huge milestone,” Qui said.

Because counselors help teach social-emotional learning, Qui believes having them in elementary schools begins building the mental capacity of children from a young age, increases their resiliency and teaches them how

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING RESOURCES

What do social-emotional programs look like in the Douglas County School District?

Here are some resources used in local schools.

• Second Step — A program and classroom curriculum based in social-emotional learning.

• Sources of Strength — A suicide prevention and anti-bullying program led by students in partnership with adults.

• CASEL — The Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning is a leading organization in the field of social and emotional learning.

• Counselors — Starting in elementary schools, counselors provide social and emotional learning for students and support teachers in the classroom. to interact with the world in a healthy way.

The district also has two intervention teams and a mental health crisis team that train and consult with schools on social and emotional learning.

“At the school level,” Ingalls said, “almost all of our schools are utilizing some type of social-emotional curriculum or program as a tool.”

Another such program is the Sources of Strength program, an international program that brings together students from a variety of peer groups — athletics, theater, band, student government — to lead projects that combat myriad issues in schools.

Suicide prevention and bullying are two of the chief problems the program aims to prevent.

Many of Sources of Strength’s goals overlap with CASEL’s five focus areas, noted Montoya-De Smidt, who oversees the program. It encourages students to understand their strengths and needs, to tear down a culture of silence regarding mental health struggles, and teaches young people coping strategies.

Five years ago, just four to five schools in the district used Sources of Strength. Today, 14 middle and high schools have the program. About 40 students participate at Rocky Heights, Qui said.

Zac Hess, the district’s director of health, wellness and prevention, adds that the focus on social-emotional health shouldn’t be on students alone.

“Social and emotional learning is as important for adults in our communities as it is for kids,” he said.

He gave examples: Are staff and teachers aware when they’re overwhelmed, and how do they react when they are? How are teacher-to-teacher relationships? How can the district help staff improve its own self-management?

When teachers master social and emotional learning, “that’s going to transfer down to our kids,” he said, forging more positive relationships between students and adults.

And when children feel they have trusted adults in their life, Hess said, another protective layer is added that can prevent students from making poor decisions or feeling isolated if they are struggling.

Meibos’ mother, Corin, an assistant in the front office of Buffalo Ridge Elementary in Castle Pines who has worked in the district for about eight years, couldn’t agree more.

“I’m grateful,” she said, “especially because it’s impacted my family.”

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Douglas County election: a test run for 2020 The commission prepares for the next three elections

BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Workers at the Douglas County election commission were able to kick their feet up and rest for a day the Friday following the Nov. 5 election thanks to success in what they considered a “test-run” for the 2020 election.

The commission reported that virtually all ballots were counted the night of the election, said Merlin Klotz, the county’s clerk and recorder.

“Operationally it was a very good election,” he said. “It was as good as we’ve ever had.”

While things were speedy this year, he expects counting for next year’s presidential election to bleed into the following days due to higher turnout.

“We will be scanning ballots Wednesday and even Thursday,” he said.

Klotz adds that the paper ballot system used in Colorado may be slower but it’s much more secure than an electronic one.

This year’s election was unique in that it precedes three coming in 2020: the Democratic primary, the state pri-

mary and the general election.

While this was a smaller election than the ones on tap next year, it allowed the commission to test out recent facility changes they made, he said.

“This was the warm-up,” Klotz said.

In terms of the volume of ballots, the election was on par with what the commission expected, which follows a general rule of 30% of votes coming in at the beginning, 30% in the middle and 40% in the very end, he said.

This year, 50% of votes came in election day and the day before, according to election data.

More than 42% of registered voters cast their ballots in the coordinated election compared to about 38% in 2017 and 41% in 2015.

Local voters came out strongly against state proposition CC with more than 62% of respondents choosing “no.” The decision for state proposition DD was a closer race with nearly 54% of voters selecting “yes.” Statewide, CC failed and DD narrowly passed.

Now, the commission will complete “ballot cures” for people whose signatures didn’t match or had other issues with their ballot. That will last eight days and then the final certification of votes will be submitted to the secretary of state on Nov. 29.

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“I’m really pleased that our citizens are the winners now,” she said.

In an emailed statement, Commissioner Abe Laydon thanked voters for helping make the funding possible.

“This win wouldn’t have happened without you,” he said in the statement.

The official results for the elec-

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recreation center. Ward’s staff looked into this possibility but found that the sites wouldn’t allow for expansion, she said.

To residents concerned around the importance of the center, Ward says the community has a need for this.

“Our senior population will continue to grow with the baby boomer population,” she said. “There is a need for a centralized place where seniors and their families can come and access information, programs and services.”

How many seniors are there in Highlands Ranch?

While the center will be open to

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Transportation projects that will be funded by the reallocated tax dollars are available on pages 42 through 46 of the plan, which is available on the Douglas County website, douglas.co.us, by searching “2040 Transportation Master Plan.”

“We have exceptional residents that really see that we’re looking out for public interest and spending tax dollars wisely without a new tax,” Partridge said.

everyone in the public, it will be aimed at providing services for the growing senior population.

In 2017, the population of Highlands Ranch was estimated to be about 101,000 with 21% designated as seniors, or people ages 55 or older, according to research completed by a metro district consultant. By 2050, this is projected to grow to over 38% of the population.

This demographic is growing in part because people who moved to Highlands Ranch years ago are getting older. Frommelt has also seen many seniors moving to the area because their children and grandchildren are here, she said.

“A senior center is going to be a playground for the older people of the community,” Frommelt said.

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Looking for employment or career change?

Whether you’re a young person looking for career guidance, have recently been separated from a job, or are considering a new career path, Arapahoe/Douglas Works! provides a variety of no-cost employment assistance services. For more information and to get started visit www.adworks.org

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Apply for 2020 Community Safety Volunteer Academy The nine-week Academy is offered by the Douglas County Sheriff‘s Department. Deadline for applications is December 10, 2019. For more information visit www.dcsheriff.net and search for CSV Academy.

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Highlands Ranch library to be renamed New sign will have just a geographic name

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The Highlands Ranch library will soon be renamed to represent its geographic location, removing the name of former longtime Douglas County library director James H. LaRue. The new title comes as the library board replaced its naming policy in an Oct. 30 meeting, stating that buildings can no longer be named for living people.

“You never know what living people may do,” said library board president Sean Duffy.

The board also made the change to match the policies of the school district and the county, he said. The Highlands Ranch library is the only one in the county named for someone living, Duffy said.

While there wasn’t any recent cause for changing the name, Duffy cited potential confusion from patrons as one part of the rationale, he said.

“We have heard from folks in the area that the lack of geographic name can be confusing,” he said.

LaRue, who was the county library director from 1990 to 2014, was notified of the board’s vote on the policy change the day it happened, he said.

He attended the meeting where the name was changed but felt there was not enough opportunity for residents to understand the process or provide input, he said.

“There was no discussion of any kind,” he said.

Duffy responded that the open meeting provided an opportunity

The name of the James H. Larue library in Highlands Ranch has been changed to just the Highlands Ranch library after the library board voted to disallow naming buildings after living people Oct. 30. While the sign out front still bears the name of the former library director, the letters over the front entrance have been removed. ELLIOTT WENZLER for public comment but no one in attendance spoke.

“It was not a closed process at all,” he said. “Everything we do is open, transparent and above board.”

The library board decided in 2013 to name the library after LaRue, who was given the Colorado Association of Libraries’ Career Achievement Award in the same year and named Colorado Librarian of the Year in 1998.

In the October meeting, the policy change passed unanimously with one member absent, Duffy said. The cost of the rename has not yet been determined, he said.

It’s unknown when the sign marking the library at 9292 S. Ridgeline Blvd. as the Highlands Ranch library will be officially changed but it’s in progress now, said a spokesperson for the library district. While signs on and outside the building still have the James H. Larue name, the letters above the library entrance have been removed.

‘Sully’ to be presented with Spreading Wings award Wings Over the Rockies to honor Sullenberger for 10th anniversary of Miracle on the Hudson STAFF REPORT

Wings Over the Rockies will honor Capt. “Sully” Sullenberger as its 2019 Spreading Wings award recipient.

Sullenberger became internationally known on Jan. 15, 2009, when he and his crew safely guided US Airways Flight 1549 to an emergency water landing in New York City’s frigid Hudson River.

The Airbus A320’s two engines had

lost thrust following a bird strike.

Sullenberger and his crew received international acclaim for their actions that day, including the passage of a Congressional resoluSullenberger tion recognizing their bravery. Sullenberger was ranked second in TIME’s “Top 100 Most Influential Heroes and Icons of 2009” and was awarded the French Legion of Honour.

“Captain Sullenberger is the pinnacle of aviation excellence,” Wings Over the Rockies President and CEO Maj. Gen. John Barry, USAF (Ret), said in a news release. “His exceptional SEE SULLY, P18

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Local speaker and author seeks to help people in end-of-life care I am 62 years old and live on the east side of Highlands Ranch. My parents lived in Highlands Ranch and when they were ready for a condo, my husband and I were ready to relocate from a Chicago suburb. So, we bought my parents’ home and moved here in 2012.

My parents were Denver natives, and I spent a part of every summer at my grandparents’ home in Denver. I have wanted to live in the Denver area since I was 4 years old. My husband had visited Colorado in high school and wanted to move here one day.

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Comfort in their Journey In January I launched a new endeavor, called Comfort in their Journey. The foundation of this business is a series of three books that I wrote based on what I learned and the information I needed when my sisters and I cared for our parents during the last 2 1/2 years of their lives and provided them the dignified, peaceful end of life that they wanted. The books are designed to serve as easy-access, actionable reference books.

One of the books tells the story of my father’s Alzheimer’s journey, another conveys the message that death

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is due its dignity and the third book explains medical issues, provides practical solutions to the challenges that caregivers face and creates awareness of the products and services available to meet the needs that arise.

I also offer presentations and workshops for groups and businesses of any size, and individual consulting services. I am passionate about my work, specifically in both dispelling the detrimental stigma that surrounds those living with Alzheimer’s and promoting dignified care through the end of life for everyone.

I am involved with both the Douglas County Senior Council, which aims to help older adults live and age well, and the Denver Senior Coalitions, networking groups for individuals, businesses and organizations that support older adults.

A community that supports elderly Highlands Ranch has a reputation for supporting and valuing the quality of life of older adults. As a result, and to date, I have experienced a collective effort to ensure that Highlands Ranch delivers on that reputation.

I love the way that Highlands Ranch is a very large community and yet I can feel completely separate from the hustle and bustle as I look out onto Mt. Evans from my back yard. It reminds me every day not to take things too seriously; there are forces much bigger than me. Most recently I have been enjoying exploring the many new happy hour options in the area.

Trish Laub, 62, has written three books on what she and her sister learned from caring for their parents in the ends of their lives. She also offers presentations, workshops and individual consulting based on the books and her experiences.

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Growing up skiing in the Midwest I have been skiing since I was 5 years old. I learned to ski in Illinois, where the only lift was a rope tow. My dad would pull me up the hill and run back down next to me because I was not strong enough to keep a steady hold on the rope. Now I ski every week with an instructor and a group of women that includes my two sisters.

Additionally, I am passionate about

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The Nia Technique, a holistic mindbody movement class. I am a licensed black belt instructor and have been teaching Nia for over 20 years. My other passion is spending time with my husband and our boxer dog.

If you have suggestions for My Name Is … or if you would like to be featured in the segment, contact Elliott Wenzler at ewenzler@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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Lovers of classic machines are caught in a type warp

atched a documentary about typewriters. Titled “California Typewriter.”

Came out in 2016.

Numerous segments. Featuring typewriter loyalists: QUIET Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard. DESPERATION Others less wellknown.

Hanks has a huge collection. Freely gives a typewriter to anyone who says, “Wish I had a typewriter.”

On their desk within 48 hours.

Craig Marshall Had a typewriter in college. Wrote let- Smith ters home on it every two weeks. Wrote all of my school assignments on it. Smith Corona. Had been my grandmother’s.

It was a manual typewriter with a black ribbon. Making corrections wasn’t easy. Sometimes I just used “x’s” through the incorrect letter or word.

There were correction tabs that could be placed between the keys and the incorrect letter or word, and by striking the incorrect word or letter, the coating on the tab would mask the errors.

There was correction tape, and there was liquid correction fluid.

No matter how corrections were made, it was unattractive and it was often a mess. The correction fluid can harm the mechanics of a typewriter.

Was liquid correction fluid invented by a Monkee’s mother? I’ll get to that story later.

As Hanks rightfully points out, there will never again be a factory that manufactures exclusive, highend typewriters.

It would be a wasted investment.

The documentary might make you wish you owned a vintage typewriter.

Some were works of art that didn’t work very well, but are still very collectible. Apparently.

I don’t know anyone with a typewriter collection.

Every other Friday during my freshman and sophomore years in

college, I wrote letters home. I wrote them on my grandmother’s typewriter, handwrote the address on the envelope, handwrote my return address in the upper left corner of the envelope, and put a five-cent stamp in the upper right corner of the envelope.

Then I took the letters to a red and blue mailbox on Santa Monica Boulevard, dropped them in, and waited two weeks for replies.

In the time it took to write the last two paragraphs, I could have written an email to Jennifer to remind her that dinner’s at 8, sent it, petted the dog, and started a new column with, “Watched a documentary about typewriters.”

It’s a good thing we can send our thoughts and ideas and by email, isn’t it?

Isn’t it?

I receive four or five letters a year.

There’s a reader who sends a handwritten letter — even more of a rarity — about twice a year, with comments about past columns.

Who can tell me exactly what the

first six letters in the top row of a keyboard are? Bonus points if you know the purpose of the order.

Bette Nesmith Graham invented Liquid Paper in 1956. She was the mother of Michael Nesmith, one of the four Monkees.

A bottle of Liquid Paper came with a little brush. Sound familiar? You applied the correction fluid like nail polish.

If you weren’t very good at it, there would be a clearly visible and offensive white scab on the document, with a new letter or word on top.

Now look: In Microsoft Word, corrections are made for me. And I can easily rewrite an entire sentence.

For example: “I just watched a very entertaining and informative documentary that features a number of celebrities and others who discuss their obsessions with vintage typewriters.”

Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.

Consistent healthy self-image leads to consistent success “Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come.”

— Dwayne Johnson

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aving spent so much time studying personal and professional WINNING development WORDS strategies, philosophies and training, I think that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is spot-on here.

And when I think of consistency, I think about the role I have seen it play in my own life, and in the lives of others when Michael Norton it comes to varying levels of success and the achievement of greatness.

Conversely, when we look at a project where we didn’t live up to our

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potential, we could probably say that the only thing we were consistent about was being consistently inconsistent. Maybe one of the areas that held us back and where we were inconsistent could be found in the way that we viewed ourselves at the time. We had an inconsistent healthy self-image.

One area of my life that has always been consistent is spending part of each day reading, watching, listening to, or researching educational and motivational content and programs. I thoroughly enjoy some of the newest subject-matter experts and authors who are out there right now and who are sharing ideas around leadership, sales, motivation, culture and other awesome topics. But I also love going back to some of the material and programs that helped to shape my own life, and the content that has created millions of successful people over past

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School district handles finances to maintain even keel in storm

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o matter where you get your news, chances are you have heard about a possible recession in the near future. A search for the word “recession” on Google recently increased five-fold.

What does this mean for the Douglas County School District?

The Great Recession, which began in December 2007 GUEST and ended in June 2009, greatly impact- COLUMN ed DCSD. While we can never completely predict how future recessions will impact our school district, thanks to careful financial planning, DCSD is well-positioned to “weather the storm” Kevin Leung should another recession occur in the near future.

DCSD has adopted “fund balance neutral” budgets. In other words, this year’s revenue is paying for this year’s expenditures, which means we are not drawing down our reserves or “deficit spending.” DCSD

has healthy reserves in place equal to roughly 15% of annual operating spending. Also, DCSD does not budget money until it is secured — meaning we did not budget to spend the funds associated with the 2018 mill levy override or bond until the measures passed. DCSD is only reliant on sources we know are available. With the passage of the 2018 bond, funds are now available to meet our most urgent capital needs without having to rely on the general fund.

DCSD schools can carry over unspent funds from year-to-year, meaning they are not held to a “use it or lose it” mentality. This promotes responsible spending at the school level. At the department level, zero-based budgeting is used to reassess needs on an annual basis. Department budgets do not roll over year-over-year without regard to cost-saving opportunities.

Our financial team is consistently using five-year financial forecasting with input-driven financial models for future, multi-year planning. Our revenue is based on our enrollment.

To that end, we engage a profes-

sional demographer to project each school by grade for the next five years.

Did you know that DCSD has the strongest credit rating of any school district in Colorado (Aa1)?

Our credit rating, combined with the prevailing interest rate environment, enabled DCSD to sell the bonds approved by voters in 2018 for an additional $40 million. In other words, DCSD was able to secure an additional $40 million of bond funds, while still honoring the “no new taxes” pledge given to our voters and taxpayers.

Over the past 10 years, existing bond issuances were refinanced, resulting in $21.7 million in savings to taxpayers. Just this last year, DCSD has saved more than $1.3 million through competitive bidding processes and negotiations. Finally, our financial team has begun actively investing operating cash when it is

not needed for payroll and accounts payable, in compliance with state laws and DCSD Board of Education policy. This resulted in investment earnings more than double from prior years.

The Colorado School Finance Act leaves us financially dependent on state funding. While DCSD has carefully planned and instituted strong fiscal policies to be prepared for a possible recession, the State of Colorado has already cut nearly $600 million from DCSD since 2009.

We believe that while smart fiscal planning is prudent, the urgency and need for the State of Colorado to adequately and equitably fund public education in Colorado is critically important.

Kevin Leung is a member of the Douglas County School District Board of Education and serves as the director of District E.

Fall in love with mental, emotional effects of exercise

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lose your eyes, take a deep breath, and remember a time you fell in love and the bliss you felt.

Perhaps you thought about when you met your soul mate, the birth of your child, or when you discovered your LIVING AND life’s passion. You AGING WELL may remember your heart pounding a little harder, your mood lifting and an extra spring in your step. How would you like to feel this every day? With physical activity and exercise, you can.

Cate Reade Warm feelings of love are caused by chemical reactions that occur with the release of hormones and neurotransmitters inside your body and brain. The same feel-good chemicals are secreted when we fall in love and when we are physically active and exercise. First, let’s distinguish the difference between physical activity and exercise. Physical activity is simply adding more movement to your day, like doing housework, gardening or dancing to a favorite song. Exercise is physical activity that is planned or structured for the purpose of getting stronger and healthier.

According to biological anthropologist and Research Professor Dr. Helen Fisher of Rutgers University who studies love, the chemicals that the body releases with romantic love include: • Dopamine creates feelings of

euphoria, increased energy, focus and attention and also triggers an intense rush of reward and pleasure.

• Norepinephrine causes the heart to pitter-patter, pound harder and get blood pumping.

• Endorphins are the body’s natural pain relievers and are chemically related to morphine. They also create a sense of well-being, security and attachment.

Like romantic love, exercise releases dopamine, norepinephrine and endorphins. But wait, there’s more! Exercise releases more chemicals into the brain that are powerful mood- and mind-boosting substances including: • Serotonin is a natural mood enhancer that helps relieve depression.

• BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) also helps relieve depression and enhances brain health and memory.

• GABA (gamma amino butyric acid) helps calm the brain’s emotional circuitry.

Exercise is a great outlet to cope with stress better. Then of course, exercise boosts energy and vigor, positively impacting all body and brain systems so you just feel good.

As we age, diet, medications and stress levels all influence levels of hormones and other chemicals and can cause them to get discombobulated, leading to mood changes, anxiety attacks and aggression. Exercise has widespread effects on the body and brain to help balance the whole system.

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or people who don’t care for the traditional Thanksgiving Day dishes, prefer a lighter meal or just hate cooking (and the cleaning), there are options.

Dietitians are ready with advice for altering recipes or bucking the usual courses. And some restaurants stay open so people can leave the work to someone else.

Broomfield resident Jessica Roberts is president of the Denver Dietetic Association and works for St. Anthony North Health Campus in Westminster.

Her first piece of advice for anyone off put by the indulgent nature of Thanksgiving eating: Relax and enjoy yourself.

“I think it’s important for everyone to remember that it is just once a year,” she said.

Thanksgiving Day recipes are typically high-calorie and high in fat.

There are the cheesy potatoes, sweet potatoes covered in marshmallows and stuffing dripping in buttery goodness.

It’s OK to enjoy the deliciousness, Roberts said, especially in moderation. Most enjoyment from food comes in the first four to five bites, so Rob-

Charles Mani is executive chef at Urban Village in Lone Tree, which opened two months ago.

COURTESY PHOTO erts recommends trying a little bit of everything as opposed to huge helpings of just a few options.

For people watching their waistline or living with dietary restrictions, there are ways to adjust those recipes.

Use olive oil instead of butter when basting the turkey or roasting vegetables. Try a nut-based crust for pies and desserts. For lactose-intolerant guests, make mashed potatoes with almond milk or vegan butter instead of dairy.

Eat the white meat as opposed to dark meat from the turkey and pass on the skin. Both will save calories.

Roberts also has tips for anyone who doesn’t like the usual Thanksgiving Day spread. There’s no hard and fast rule that people must have turkey, she said. Some families prefer ham or

even a Cornish hen, which is not as rich as turkey.

“Remember that Thanksgiving and all these holidays are about being with people and enjoying people,” Roberts said. “Don’t let any food fears or food restrictions keep you away from spending time with the people you love.”

While most restaurants close for the holiday, some stay open and urge community members to leave the cooking and cleaning to them.

Lakewood restaurant Tstreet Roadhouse stays open on Thanksgiving and does every year, said director of operations Justin Adrian. They offer their regular menu, for people who prefer steak to turkey, but also a special Thanksgiving Day meal with “all

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the fixings” — homemade cranberry sauce, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

“We’re doing smoked turkey this year as well as regular turkey breast,” Adrian said. “We brine it for 24 hours.”

Adrian said they typically have a packed house on Thanksgiving. They get everyone from single community members to families who don’t have time to cook, most by reservation.

Time constraints and the busy nature of hosting family are among the main reasons people opt to eat out, he said.

The restaurant does close early, with last seating around 8 p.m., so employees on a later shift can leave to spend time with their own families.

In Lone Tree, the 2-month-old restaurant Urban Village will offer Thanksgiving Day catering and stay open to the community. The eatery offers contemporary Indian cuisine dreamed up by executive chef Charlie Mani.

Their dishes are low in spices and avoid butter, Mani said, two ingredients that often deter people from trying Indian food. He wants to make the cuisine approachable for everyone.

They also cater to gluten-free, pescatarian and vegetarian clients.

Mani said he’s keeping the restaurant open on Thanksgiving as a “thank you” to his Lone Tree community. He also has advice for anyone looking to bypass traditional Thanksgiving dishes or planning on cooking themselves.

“Just come and eat my food,” he said with a laugh. “Don’t do my job at home, I’m here to do that.”

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School for the Blind students join forces with others for exhibit

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rapahoe Community College art students combine talents with artists from Colorado School for the Blind, located in Littleton, for an exhibit that runs through Nov. 19 at the college’s Colorado Gallery of the Arts, 5900 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton. Admission free, Mondays to Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Colorado Symphony SAMPLER “The Brightness of Light,” scheduled this weekend, Nov. 15 (7:30 p.m.) and Nov. 17 (1 p.m.) by the Colorado Symphony, will be a premiere performance of the new work by Kevin Puts. Featuring superstar Renee FlemSonya Ellingboe ing, it is based on the story of painter Georgia O’Keeffe, her husband, photographer Alfred Steiglitz, and the New Mexico landscape she loved.

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Fielder photographs Highlands Ranch Historical Society presents a program on Nov. 18 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. by photographer John Fielder from his new “Colorado in Black and White” book. He will tell stories and offer photo tips, as well as sell his books. He also has a new one for children, about his early years: “John Fielder in focus.” Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch.

Depot Art Gallery The Annual Holiday Art and Gift Market opens Nov. 19 at the Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powers Ave., Littleton, and a shopper will also find a selection of one-of-a-kind gifts that range from paintings to jewelry and ceramic pieces. Open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and until 8 p.m. on Fridays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.

Sundays, as well as Saturdays Nov. 30 and Dec. 21. (No shows Nov. 28, 29) Townhallartscenter.org, 303-794-2787, ext. 5.

Pottery sale Highlands Ranch Community Association pottery students hold a sale on Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. (Credit cards accepted).

Holiday production “Meet Me in St. Louis” is open through Dec. 29 at Town Hall Arts Center, 2450 W. Littleton Blvd. through Dec. 29. A family production about a family anticipating the 1904 Chicago World’s Fair. Performances at 7:30 p.m.

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 2 p.m.

Coat giveaway During November, check the closet for any extra gently worn coats you might share and take them to a South Suburban Parks and Recreation facility, where they will be collected for men, women and children who need them. See sspr.org.

Meow Wolf Meow Wolf ’s “Dark Palace” party plays at the National Western Complex Nov. 22-24 with music by DJs such as Claude Vonstroke, MK, Guy Gerber, Lauren Lane, Dirt Monkey and more. Tickets: meowwolf.com/ dark-palace.

Arapahoe Community College students and Colorado Center for the Blind students have collaborated on an exhibit called “Shared Visions.”

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Looking back is worth looking forward to History Camp at college offers reasons to anticipate event next year

BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

With the day ahead and 24 topics to choose from, it was hard for a stillsleepy history buff to get in gear on the morning of Nov. 2 as the 2019 History Camp Colorado kicked off at 9 a.m. at Arapahoe Community College in Littleton. About 130 people signed on for the ACC sessions, paying a modest fee that covered lunch, printing and administrative costs.

The “unconference,” which started several years ago in Boston, now has four versions in the United States.

Carrie Lund, who discovered it in

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Denver. Coloradosymphony.org.

Boston and subsequently moved to Littleton, organized the event about four years ago, with a session at Metro State University, another at Red Rocks Community College and the most recent two at Arapahoe Community College.

History Camp presents scholars covering numerous areas of interest, who speak for about an hour on topics near and dear to them.

Sample titles: Timely — “Apollo 11’s Return to Earth (Hand Me the Manual and Let’s See How We’re Gonna Stop This Thing”; “Pioneers in the Denver Basin” by Englewood’s Doug Cohn; “Mapping Amache Internment Camp”; “The Treasures of Roxborough.”

I started the day with the Historic Littleton Inc. president, historian Gail Keeley’s account of how Denver’s sewer system developed: “The Real Yellow Brick Road,” then

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continued with buckskin-attired Elsa Wolff ’s portrayal of “Annie Oakley, Setting the Record Straight.” (With the anniversary of women’s suffrage prominent, there were a number of woman-related, costumed presenters, who added to the general upbeat atmosphere.) I then sat in on a presentation on “Spreading the Love of History Through Games,” which showed a new game with varying levels of difficulty.

The day ended with four programs that all sounded interesting — on Roxborough, Mary Elitch; and Amache Internment Camp and “The Amazing Ivy Baldwin” by Littleton-located Dr. Jack Ballard, who has been involved with the Friends of Fort Logan support group for years.

At Fort Logan, there was a huge hangar that housed Ivy Baldwin’s balloon at one time, leading the Ballard, a retired Air Force officer and profes-

sor of history, to learn more about a somewhat peculiar character wellknown in the Denver area at one time (1900-1910+).

Baldwin, a small man (about 120 pounds), ran away from home at 12 and joined a circus learning to walk a tight rope as well as balloonist skills.

At 14, he made the first of many crossings of Boulder Canyon on the tightrope.

John Elitch recruited him to perform balloon ascensions at Elitch Gardens, Jack Ballard recounted. (Baldwin made a total of 87 crossings, the last on his 82nd birthday, according to a website.) He was a Signal Corps member in the Spanish-American War and as planes became more common, made a specialty of parachute jumping—from balloons and planes—performing around the world.

Who knew?! Watch for notices of the 2020 History Camp.

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Bowl-A-Rama to support Bessie’s Hope programs Organization pairs nursing home elders, at-risk youths STAFF REPORT

For 25 years, Bessie’s Hope supporters have gone bowling to raise money and awareness for the organization’s intergenerational programs that pair nursing home elders with at-risk youths.

This year’s Bowl-A-Rama will take place Saturday, Nov. 23. Participants can go to www.bessieshope. org to register their team and start collecting donations. Participation includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, beverage and goody bag. Prizes for collecting the most donations ($40 minimum) include a 25th anniversary T-shirt, a Denver date night and a Nintendo Switch.

Check-in begins and pizza is served from 12:30-1:10 p.m., and

bowling and awards will take place from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Three bowling locations are participating: Brunswick Zone Westminster, 9150 Harlan St., Westminster; AMF Littleton Lanes, 2530 E. County Line Road, Littleton; and AMF Monaco Lanes, 6767 Leetsdale Drive, Denver.

The event is presented by the Rotary clubs of Highlands Ranch, Arvada, Aurora Gateway, Five Points, South Jeffco, Westminster 7:10 and Wheat Ridge.

Bessie’s Hope provides education and training to youth groups, adult groups, families and individuals to bring generations together. About 2,000 youths from preschool to high school participate each year, with a large number coming from at-risk and residential treatment programs. The young volunteers spend time with nursing home residents, 60 percent of whom receive no personal visitors.

Learn more about Bessie’s Hope by calling 303-830-9037 or online at bessieshope.org.

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several decades.

As a matter of fact, the inspiration for this week’s column came as I watched old clips and listened to a few of my favorite authors and experts whose advice is considered timeless.

Zig Ziglar, Tom Hopkins, Brian Tracy, Stephen Covey, Denis Waitley, and David Sandler. There are many other men and women who offer such great and inspiring advice, but this week I went back and watched or listened to the gentlemen mentioned above, some of the classics.

And as I was taking notes and trying to relearn a concept or hear something in a new way, a recurring theme caught my attention. In each one of the programs I listened to or watched, the speaker focused on the importance of our healthy self-image when it comes to our success. They may have all had a different way of making their point, but they were absolutely consistent when it comes to making sure that we understand the correlation of personal and professional success to the way we see and feel about ourselves.

As The Rock mentions in his quote above, it is consistent hard work that leads to success. And consistent hard work includes taking time to reflect on who we are and what we are. It means

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you may be wondering how much exercise is needed. Glad you asked!

Research done by best-selling author Gretchen Reynolds suggests that just 20 minutes of physical activity like walking is all that’s needed for the euphoric feeling, and for general health and well-being. We have been led to believe that we need to work out long and hard for health benefits. Research is mounting to dispel this long-held belief.

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acts during Flight 1549, his leadership in transportation safety and a lifelong passion for flight are the cornerstones of aviation merit and we are thrilled to be honoring him with our annual award.”

The Spreading Wings Gala is planned for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, Denver. The evening will

making the effort and investment in becoming the person that we want to be and consistently seeing ourselves in that way. And when we do, the odds are we will enjoy so much more in life.

Several people have been attributed with the following quote, and here is Zig Ziglar’s version, “You cannot consistently perform in a manner which is inconsistent with the way you see yourself.” This is so important when it comes to what we bring to our lives, to our families, and to our work. That is because in a world where we are judged by “likes” and “views,” sometimes the “like” and “view” we have of ourselves becomes compromised when compared to the opinions of others. Especially others who may need a little help when it comes to their own self-worth or unhealthy self-image.

So how about you? Are you consistently working on how you see yourself ? Do you see that awesomely special person in the mirror, or can you use a little help with developing your own healthy self-image? I really would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com and when we can consistently work on being who we want to be and who we were made to be, it really will be a better than good week.

Michael Norton is the grateful CEO of Tramazing.com, a personal and professional coach, and a consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator to businesses of all sizes.

What are you waiting for? Just put on a pair of sneakers and head out for an invigorating walk and feel the love!

Cate Reade, MS, RD, is a senior fitness expert and entrepreneur on a mission to create an epidemic of mobility. She has been teaching, writing and prescribing healthy eating and exercise programs for over 25 years. She can be contacted at 303-315-7070, Cate@ResDyna.com or visit MoveMor.com.

This column is hosted by the Seniors’ Council of Douglas County. For more information on the council, please visit www.MyDougCoSeniorLife.com, email DCSeniorLife@douglas.co.us or call 303-663-7681.

feature a special presentation by Sullenberger, food and drinks, as well as a celebration of Wings Over the Rockies’ contributions to Colorado’s aerospace community.

“Wings Over the Rockies is an important part of shaping and encouraging the future aviators of our country,” Sullenberger said in the release. “It is an honor to accept this award and support an organization so committed to educating and inspiring the next generation.”

For information or to purchase tickets, go to WingsMuseum.org/Gala.

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Strengthening Our Local Economy Since 1955

Chamber’s Starligh�ng celebra�on honors annual tradi�on and brings community together Jingle, jingle, come and mingle in Downtown Castle Rock. The Castle Rock Starligh�ng ceremony kicks off the holiday season on Saturday, November 23rd in Historic Downtown Castle Rock.

Presented by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the annual “Ligh�ng of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents da�ng back to 1936. Join your friends, family and neighbors and come celebrate the warmth of our community. Ongoing ac�vi�es run from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come stroll the square, visit our non profit/sponsor booths, enjoy a hot chocolate, visit with Santa and so much more!

The Starligh�ng ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. on the main stage (corner of 4th /Wilcox) with the “ligh�ng of the star” approximately 5:30 p.m. followed by a fabulous fireworks celebra�on. Huge crowds are expected, please consider taking a free shu�le from one of our transporta�on stops. Shu�le Loca�ons: Douglas County High School, Douglas County Fairgrounds, and Castle Rock Adven�st Hospital Parking Lot. Not only will the star atop the Rock be lit this holiday season, but all the holiday ligh�ng downtown will sparkle. It’s enough to take the “bah humbug” out of anyone. Year a�er year, Starligh�ng is voted the “Best Community Event” and we invite you to join us as we help the community get into the spirit of the season.

For a complete list of Starligh�ng entertainment and ac�vi�es, shu�le op�ons, and road closures please visit: www.CastleRockStarligh�ng.com.

As you can imagine, an event of this magnitude takes a lot support from the community and we would like to express our sincere gra�tude to the following businesses for sponsoring Starligh�ng and the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce.

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

Gold Sponsors: IREA, Patriot Pros, Castle Rock Development Co (The Meadows) Westerra Credit Union.

Silver Sponsors: Castle Rock Adven�st Hospital, AFC Urgent Care Bronze Sponsors: ANB Bank, Douglas County Libraries, Canvas Credit Union, Sky Ridge Medical Center, Ent Credit Union Sponsors: 30 Minute Hit, Avalanche Home Systems & Service, Black Hills Energy, Bellco, Brookside Inn, Chuck & Don's, Comfort Keepers, Easton Training Center, The Emporium, FirsTier Bank, Gravina's Window Center of Li�leton, Life�me Windows & Siding, Nytech Hea�ng and Cooling, Olinger Dignity Memorial, PB&T Bank, Premier Members Credit Union, Pro Plumbing Service, Renewal by Andersen, Sam's Club, The Meadows Family Eye Care, The Parlour, Topgolf Centennial, Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies, Whole Foods Market, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick, Patoile, P.C. This event is made possible through the Castle Rock Chamber’s partnerships with the Town of Castle Rock, Douglas County, Castle Rock Police and Fire Departments respec�ully.

Saturday Nov 23, 2019 Ongoing Ac�vi�es: 2-7PM

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Live Music Professor M Band on the -Main Stage (4th/Wilcox) The Emporium (2nd/Perry) Fes�val Park (300 2nd Street)

Pe�ng Zoo, Olinger Dignity Memorial & Le�ers to Troops (4th/Jerry) ¨ Patriot Pros Kids Zone in the Wilcox bldg parking lot. ¨

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Santa will be at P.S. Miller Library (2-4 pm) & Castle Rock Fire Sta�on (2-6 pm)

P.S. Miller Library Ac�vi�es (Noon – 4:30 pm) ¨ Rink at the Rock Grand Opening ¨

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Special Thanks to our Title Sponsor:

Starligh�ng Ceremony begins at 5 PM, followed by fireworks!

View More Details at: CastleRockStarlighting.com

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‘They go out and fight for us’

BY NICK PUCKETT NPUCKETT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

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Men and women stand for the national anthem Nov. 9 during the Veterans Day Tribute in Castle Rock, some saluting while others stood with hands over their hearts.

PHOTOS BY NICK PUCKETT

A color guard made up of Trail Life scouts and members from the American Legion Post 1187 (Castle Rock) present the American and Colorado flags at the corner of Fourth and Wilcox streets Nov. 9.

A veteran plays “Taps” during the Douglas County Veterans Day Tribute in downtown Castle Rock Nov. 9.

aleb Sathianathan, a 14-yearold Trail Life scout, ended the Veterans Day celebration in Castle Rock reciting a poem, called “They Did Their Share,” written by Joanna Fuchs.

“No matter what the duty, for low pay and little glory, these soldiers gave up normal lives, for duties mundane and dry,” Sathianathan read. “We owe so much to them, who kept us safe from terror, so when we see a uniform, let’s say `thank you’ to every wearer.”

The Castle Rock teen from Trail Life Troop 8014 said volunteering at the annual event is something he does with his brother and his dad to show his gratitude for the men and women who serve.

“They go out and fight for us, risking their own lives for people they don’t even know and yet they still do it,” Sathianathan said.

“That a random, unknown stranger would fight a war for me and die in the process… it inspires me.”

On the corner of Fourth and Wilcox streets in downtown Castle Rock, with a backdrop of the American flag whipping in the wind atop the Rock, a crowd gathered to honor military veterans Nov. 9. Songs were sung, laughter was shared and tears were shed as speakers went to the podium sharing their personal stories about a veteran who has impacted his or her life.

Steffan Tubbs, a Denver radio host, was the keynote speaker of the event. He honored veteran’s who died in the past year and gave special shout-outs to veterans who fought in every war since World War II — all of which had at least one representative at the Douglas County Veterans Monument for the celebration.

To the view remaining World War II vets, he gave a special thank you.

“How many in the crowd remember recycling drives, remember Victory Gardens? To those who fought in the Greatest Generation, thank you… for saving the world,” Tubbs said. “Let us never, ever forget that we do live in the greatest country on Earth because of the men and women — many of them are standing right here today.”

County Commissioner Lora Thomas told the audience about her father, a proud Navy man, and thanked veterans for their service.

“These great men and women, sons, daughters, mothers and fathers, who left the safety and comfort of their homes to put everything on the line so you and me can continue to live in safety, comfort, and most importantly, freedom,” Thomas said. “To our great veterans, I say thank you for your service, your dedication, and most of all, your sacrifice, and putting all of us, the American republic, before yourselves. God bless all of you.”

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Highlands Ranch celebrates veterans

A veteran stands in salute during the National Anthem at the Highlands Ranch library Veterans Day celebration.

PHOTOS BY ELLIOTT WENZLER

A group of veterans and citizens listen as the National Anthem is performed.

BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Citizens and veterans of Highlands Ranch gathered in the local library Nov. 11 to celebrate those who have served in the U.S. military.

As guests entered and sampled refreshments on Veterans Day, the Highlands Ranch Concert Band welcomed them with patriotic tunes, and a local Boy Scout troop handed out American flags, thanking those in uniform for their service to the country.

Sgt. 1st Class Harold Waterman, originally from Mississippi, was the guest speaker at the event and spoke about his experiences in combat.

Waterman was deployed to Iraq soon

A Highlands Ranch veteran stands at attention during the presentation of colors at the library’s Veterans Day celebration Nov. 11. after his first child was born in March 2004.

“I was gone for her whole entire first year,” he told the crowd.

As Waterman explained there were things he saw and did there that U.S. civilians would never understand, veterans throughout the room nodded their heads in understanding.

“Regardless of when you went, it’s still the same thing. It’s still the same

boots in same sand, mud or jungle,” he said. “We were all there, we all fought, we all have a brotherhood that can never be taken away.”

At the end of his speech, Waterman received a standing ovation.

Outside the library sat the Highlands Ranch Veterans Monument, which has been there since 2006 and has 576 tiles, each for individual veterans.

The Highlands Ranch Veteran’s monument sits outside the county library in the metro district.

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DA’s office boasts Highlands Ranch sculpture wins in vote by residents outstanding victim advocate 18th Judicial District’s Colleen Vogel honored by Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance

‘American Gold’ depicts eagle in flight

BY ELLIOTT WENZLER EWENZLER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

A bronze sculpture of an eagle mid-flight, situated at Town Center South in Highlands Ranch, has won the Douglas County Art Encounters People’s Choice Award after voting closed Oct. 31.

Dimitry Domani, the winning artist, received 213 votes out of 410 for the piece titled “American Gold.”

The artist received $1,000 for the award, according to the program website.

The annual Art Encounters program exhibits outdoor sculptures in various media and styles throughout the county. Areas with sculptures include Castle Rock, Parker, Roxborough and Highlands Ranch.

This year, the program features 26 sculptures. Artwork locations are available on program website at douglas.co.us/artencounters/.

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“American Gold,” a bronze sculpture by Dimitry Domani, won the Douglas County Art Encounters People’s Choice Award.

Sculptures from the program can be found across the county.

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A victim advocate with the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office has been named Outstanding Victim Advocate in the Public Sector by the Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance.

Colleen Vogel joined the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office in 2007, working in the Special Victims Unit. Vogel’s colleagues nominated her for the award, which honors an individual in a government agency who has made a significant impact on the lives of victims of crime.

“The unit in our office that handles the most horrible crimes against children sees prosecutors and investigators rotate in and out, because it is so demanding and emotionally taxing. There is one con-

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stant: Colleen Vogel. For 12 years, she has set the standard for commitment to assisting the most vulnerable and abused in our community,” District Attorney George Brauchler said in a news release. “She never complains. She is seemingly unaffected by the passage of time or the volume of her caseload. Colleen Vogel is the gold standard, and our community and our office are better for having her here.”

Vogel’s colleagues described her as a “silent warrior for victims” and “a rock on the SVU team.”

According to the release, Vogel goes the extra mile for victims and provides the best service to them throughout a difficult court process.

She supports others on the prosecution team, learning the facts of the cases she is assigned and fostering relationships with other agencies.

“I am honored beyond words to be nominated for this award, let alone receive it,” Vogel said in the release.

“I have been privileged to work with so many talented and devoted colleagues over the years. Any success I have is due in large part to their support, and to the strength I take from the courage of our amazing victims.”

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Officials look toward past and future of Schweiger Ranch Lone Tree’s historic getaway has big plans

BY NICK PUCKETT NPUCKETT@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Elizabeth Matthews grew up in Parker and remembers when there wasn’t much in the way of living history in Douglas County.

“If we ever wanted to visit a historic site it was the Littleton History Museum,” Matthews said.

In 2000, Schweiger Ranch was annexed into Lone Tree. The ranch was part of the 3,500 acres of RidgeGate and had plans to be preserved.

Four years later, Schweiger Ranch received its own historic landmark status, thanks to the efforts from RidgeGate Investments. It is now one of Lone Tree’s most treasured areas, giving patrons a glimpse into the past, a place to escape the big-city bustle and a gathering spot for down-home events like the Fall Festival and Austrian Christmas Market. It has turned into a go-to spot for families and history buffs to get a first-hand look at what life was like in the late-19th century.

Matthews, project manager for Coventry Development, the master developer of RidgeGate, is the board executive director of the Schweiger Ranch Foundation, a foundation made up of developers and historians dedi-

Elizabeth Matthews, project manager for Coventry Development, gives a tour of the Schweiger Ranch property, pointing to a photo of the original Schweiger family who homesteaded there in the 1800s.

NICK PUCKETT cated to preserving the land and its history, and has been involved in the project since 2006.

“It’s exciting to see how it went from buildings almost falling over to something that is functioning as a ranch, with chickens and goats,” Matthews said. “It’s a little bit of bright spot and a place where (people) can relax and take a breath, and it takes them down to earth and gives them roots.”

Everything at the ranch, from the color of the wall paint to the type of wood-burning stove the Schweiger family used, is intricately researched to provide the most authentic experience.

Schweiger Ranch is in an almost hidden part of Lone Tree. Just east of I-25, below the interstate a good 100 feet on Havana Street, the ranch is just south of the end-of-line light rail station in RidgeGate, which opened in May. Keith Simon, senior vice president for Coventry, noted the juxtaposing view of the parking structure for the station through a window of the ranch house, viewable from a kitchen stylized to fit 1890s taste, during a Nov. 7 tour of the ranch.

“There you have modern-day parking and rail transit next to the past,” Simon said. “To have the old right next to the new, and people can come here via the rail and schoolkids can come here via the rail. As a planner and a city builder, we just thought there’s a lot of opportunity to create something here that’s very unique to the community and people don’t find very often.”

The city released a sub-area plan for the 38-acre ranch in October, mapping out its future as RidgeGate East sees budding development in the form of Kiewit, an engineering and construction firm, constructing its regional headquarters north of the ranch on

the other side of the highway. The plan provides insight into how the ranch will be preserved, specifically the two chunks of land to the north and south of the core area. The eightacre core area, where the two-story ranch house and barn are located, will remain relatively untouched and maintained for events.

The plan was designed to lay the groundwork of Tall Tales Ranch, a community for people with developmental disabilities. None of the 38 acres will be used for for-profit development.

Schweiger Ranch will eventually be surrounded by residential development. Plans for RidgeGate East mark the area just north of the ranch as the soon-to-be home to Lone Tree’s city center. RidgeGate Parkway, the road that provides access to the ranch from the north, is being widened in expectation of it being a main arterial road in Lone Tree, which is already feeling the impacts of rapid growth.

“The Schweiger Ranch is important to the City of Lone Tree as it is its single most important historic resource,” said Jennifer Drybread, planning manager for the City of Lone Tree.

Schweiger Ranch partnered with Tall Tales Ranch and donated the four acres in the northern section. Simon said the addition of Tall Tales will bring Schweiger Ranch “more to life.”

“It’s really nice when two nonprofits who are noncompetitive come together and do more together,” Simon said.

“Together we can do more than we can by ourselves.”

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Ice rink planned for Castle Pines STAFF REPORT

Castle Pines is partnering with DAWG Nation by providing land for the nonprofit to build a $34 million three-sheet ice rink directly south of the commercial area on the east side of the city.

“We couldn’t be more pleased to partner on this community project with DAWG Nation,” Castle Pines Mayor Tera Radloff said in a news release.

“The unique nature of this one-of-a-kind ice rink facility will bring interest from both able-bodied and disabled athletes, nationwide. We couldn’t be prouder as a community, to have a role in its development, and to have it right here, in Castle Pines.”

The land partnership between the City of Castle Pines and DAWG Nation is intended to continue to attract sustainable options that add value to this growing community, its residents, and neighbors all along the Front Range, the release said.

The architectural design includes a facility capable of hosting national and international disabled hockey exhibitions. It will serve as the home to many Colorado hockey clubs, while also providing avenue for high schools, adult programs and professional teams.

“We are excited to provide land for DAWG Nation to build on our east side. It’s a great way to kick off the commercial area east of I-25 demonstrating we are open for business,” Radloff said in the release.

Construction for the arena is scheduled to begin October 2020 directly south of the commercial area on the east side of the city.

Schweiger Ranch now sits with a backdrop of the RidgeGate Station, a juxtaposing view of old and new.

The 38-acre ranch is envisioned to retain its historic feel with plans to include a community for people with developmental disabilities on the northern part of the property.

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the project. She hopes to break ground on the project by 2022.

RidgeGate Investments donating the land “has really been critical to our mission because rather than having some isolated location, we really are at the heart of RidgeGate and Lone Tree,” Mooney said. The light rail station so close by is a “game changer” for the ranch, Mooney said, because some of those with disabilities — the “ranchers” — will still have access to come and go freely. The ranchers can help

with taking care of the animals and give tours of the ranch. A coffee shop will open on-site as well, which will be run by the ranchers.

The idea behind Tall Tales Ranch is to provide a safe, comfortable and independent place to live for ranchers and to educate the public on people with disabilities.

“The most exciting thing about Tall Tales Ranch is there are so many opportunities to bring people together … while providing opportunities for people to work,” Mooney said. “It’s really just this great point of connection for the whole community and that’s what were really ex-

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The fate of the southern section of the Schweiger Ranch property is still up in the air.

Simon hopes it can be used to expand its use as a historical site by possibly recreating an old schoolhouse — a missing piece of the ranch seen in photos and diary entries, which has since been demolished.

It’s all part of the plan, to keep the place as an educational and entertainment centerpiece for the city.

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THINGS to DO

Castle Rock

Rue De Noel, A Paris Street Christmas Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock.

More than 60 holiday vendors.

Partnering with Help & Hope Center (Douglas Elbert Task Force).

Donations of winter comfort foods including hearty chicken or beef soups or other soups; oatmeal; pancake mix/syrup; cans of chili; pasta and spaghetti sauce; dried potato products such as mashed potatoes or potatoes au gratin; mac and cheese; hot chocolate; coffee/tea; hot cider; or a financial donation (every $5 buys 12 pounds of food). Go to http://www.aparisstreetmarket. com.

Reconstructing an 18th Century ‘Metes and Bounds’ Neighborhood for Genealogical Research: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Philip S. Miller Library, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Castle Rock Colorado Genealogical Society program presented by Kirk Woosley Patton. Explore the development of a neighborhood reconstruction project and its benefits for genealogical research. Register at www. crcgs.org, under Education.

Make a Difference Now: Choose to be Extraordinary: 6-7 p.m.

Nov. 17 at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital, Ridgeline conference room, 2350 Meadows Blvd., Castle Rock. Mark Sanborn wrote “The Fred Factor,” a story about Fred the postman. He says, “Everyone can be a Fred but not everyone chooses to be a Fred.”

Lifelong Learning: Eat Well and Meditate: 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 20 at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. Geriatric medicine specialist Dr. David Warrick will share tips to help you eat well and meditate for better health. Registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Dancing in the Starlight: 6-8:30 p.m. Nov. 22 at Douglas County Libraries in Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller, 100 S. Wilcox St., Castle Rock. An evening of dance lessons and demos to kick off the weekend’s Starlighting activities.

Registration is required at 303791-7323 or DCL.org.

Castle Rock Starlighting: 2-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 at Historic Wilcox Square, Downtown Castle Rock. Ceremony will begin promptly at 5 p.m. and the lighting of the Star will be at approximately 5:30 p.m. Santa will be available for visits from 2-4 p.m. at the Philip S. Miller Library, and from 2-6 p.m. at the Fire Station.

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to RSVP. If parking in the lot, get pass from inside center.

this week’s TOP FIVE Clarence Darrow, Attorney for the Damned: 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and Dec. 20-21 and 2 p.m. Nov. 16 and Dec. 21 at 7275 S. Lima St., Englewood. Oneman play in two acts based on Clarence Darrow for the Defense by Irving Stone is a reminiscence of the unpopular cases in which the famous attorney was involved, the events of his personal life and his opinions about contemporary events. Go to www.

ClarenceDarrow.webs.com Holiday Celebration: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Drive, Centennial. Free event brings the holiday season to life with festive songs, hot chocolate and, of course, Santa Claus. Go to https://www.centennialco.gov/Calendar Chaparral Performing Arts Gala & Auction: 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at Chaparral High School, 15655 Brookstone Drive, Parker. Special performances from theater, choir, band and orchestra

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The Denver Dolls: A Musical Tribute to Vets: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. World War II era-inspired harmonies of The Denver Dolls. This vintage, allfemale trio will delight you with a wide variety of music, including swing, jazz, big band tunes and modern melodies. Centennial Active Seniors program. Go to https://www.centennialco.gov/ Calendar 17 Mile House Open House and Tours: 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Nov. 16 and Dec. 7 at 8181 S. Parker Road, Centennial. Property is between the 75-acre Norton Farm Open Space owned by the Town of Parker and the 107-acre Parker Jordan/Centennial Open Space. Visit a 155-year-old farm that was a resting stop for pioneers traveling on the Cherokee/ Smoky Hill wagon trails in the 1860s. Includes historic house, red barn, silo and milk shet, which were restored to their known conditions in the early 1900s.

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groups, along with an online silent auction. Learn more at www.chspatrons.org or www.facebook. com/ChaparralTheatre.

John Fielder Slide Show: 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at Southridge Recreation Center, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch. Fielder presents a slide show featuring more than 200 of his Colorado photographs. Go to http://thehrhs.org.

Tagawa Holiday Decorating: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Master Gardener Luan Akin shares ideas for holiday decorating. Part of SPARK, a free program offered in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association for people experiencing mild memory loss, early stage Alzheimer’s, or a related dementia, and their family, friends, and guests. Call 720509-1000 or go to www.lonetreeartscenter.org.

Extraordinary Cranberry: 1-2 p.m. Nov. 16 at Natural Grocers

by Vitamin Cottage, 11753 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial.

The benefits of America’s original superfruit go beyond bladder health to support the gut, heart, immune system and blood sugar stability.

Go to naturalgrocers.com.

Centennial People’s Art Gallery Reception: 5-6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at Centennial Civic Center, 13133 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial. For artists accepted into the People’s Art Gallery. Go to https:// www.centennialco.gov/Calendar Think Inside the Boxes: Organize and Analyze Your Data with Spreadsheets: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Nov. 19 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Presented by Beth Benko, professional genealogist. Go to www.ColumbineGenealogy.com National Archives and Records Administration: Searching Our Nation’s Attic: 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19 at Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 6400 S. University Blvd., Centennial. Presented by Beth Benko, a professional genealogist and volunteer with the National Archives and Records Administration. Go to www.

ColumbineGenealogy.com or visit the Columbine Genealogy page on Facebook page.

The Struggle of Syria: 1:30-2:30

p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., Centennial. Learn about Syria’s complex history and how this informs current and future challenges for this pivotal player in the Middle East.

Call 303-542-7279 to RSVP. Healthy for the Holidays: 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 23 at Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, 11753 E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial. Learn practical solutions to stay physically and emotionally healthy and happy during the busy holiday season. Go to naturalgrocers.com.

Alternative Gift Market: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 24 at Our Father Lutheran Church, 6335 S. Holly St., Centennial.

Support projects around the world that help relieve poverty and suffering.

Thirty projects ranging from water wells in South Sudan to medicine for Burmese refugees are available through our partner, Alternative Gifts International.

When you purchase an Alternative Gift, a gift card is provided describing your gift given in the name of your loved one.

Englewood

Chicago: Biography of a City: 10-11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Malley Senior Center, 3380 S. Lincoln St., Englewood. The story of the Windy City. Call 303-762-2660

Pottery Sale: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Nov. 18 at Southridge Recreation Center, 9568 University Blvd., Highlands Ranch. One-of-a-kind pieces handcrafted by Highlands Ranch artisans. Contact aleciahindman@hrcaonline.org.

Gold Orman Jewelry Exhibit: on display through Dec. 12, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 9203 S. University Blvd., Highlands Ranch.

Gold is a member of the Littleton Fine Arts Guild and the Colorado Artist Guild.

Littleton

A Night in Hollywood Turkey Trot Dance Party: 8-9:30 p.m.

Nov. 15 at Adventures in Dance, 1500 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton.

Call 720 276 0562 or Email info@ adventuresindance.com Pulmonary Hypertension Support Group: noon to 1 p.m. Nov. 15 at South Denver Cardiology Associates, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Jennifer Johnson, BSN, RN, CRNI from Accredo will discuss nutrition and exercise.

Go to https://www.southdenver. com.

Free Program and Lunch: Jane Barton Speaks: noon to 2 p.m.

Nov. 17 at First Presbyterian Church of Littleton. Topic: The Big Squeeze: How will You Handle Being Caught in the Middle.

Barton, caregiving ambassador for AARP Colorado, discusses how we can effectively handle caring for each other and our families. Registration required. Go to fpcl. org/barton or call 303-798-1389.

Native Americans of Colorado: 2-3 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 18 at Bemis Public Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton.

The stories of the original inhabitants of Colorado.

Hands-Only CPR: 9:30-10:45 a.m.

Nov. 19 at South Denver Cardiology Associates, 1000 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Watch a video and practice CPR on a manikin.

You must be physically able to do chest compressions on the floor or a table. Limited to 20 students per class. Class is free; registration required. Go to https:// www.southdenver.com/eventregistration/?ee=9056.

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Bowl-A-Rama: Saturday, Nov. 23 at AMF Littleton Lanes, 2530 E. County Line Road, Littleton. Benefit for Bessie’s Hope and its intergenerational programs for nursing home elders.

Checkin and pizza from 12:30-1:10 p.m. Bowling and awards from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Presented by Rotary clubs in the metro area. Learn more at www.bessieshope.org.

Lone Tree

The Nutcracker: 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15-16 and 1 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 16 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree.

Presented by Denver Academy of Ballet. Call 720-509-1000 or go to www. lonetreeartscenter.org.

Living & Aging Well Cookies and Company: 2-4 p.m. Nov. 20 at The Lone Tree Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway.

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Games, cards, puzzles, adult coloring books, and good old-fashioned conversation. Go to https://cityoflonetree.com/government/commissionsboards-and-committees/living-agingwell-seniors/ Denver Concert Band “Celebrations”: 2 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 23 at Lone Tree Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Selections that will put you in a holiday mood. Call 720-509-1000 or go to www.lonetreeartscenter.org.

Parker

Nunsense, the Musical Comedy: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15-17 and Nov. 21-23 at the Studio @ Mainstreet, 19604 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Presented by the Inspire Theater Company. Call 720-545-5155 or go to http://www.inspirecreative.org/ Local Author Showcase: 2-4 p.m. Nov. 16 at Douglas County Libraries in Parker, 20105 E. Mainstreet, Parker. Enjoy light refreshments as a panel of local authors talk about their books, ranging 1:12 PM

from juvenile, young adult and adult fiction to memoirs and cookbooks. A book sale and signing will follow the authors’ presentations. For adults. The event is free, but registration is required at 303-791-7323 or DCL.org.

Warren Miller’s Timeless: 7:30 to 10 p.m. Nov. 19 at The PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. All moviegoers will receive discounts on lift tickets, gear, swag, and more. Go to https://warrenmiller.com/events/pacecenter.

Mayor’s Holiday Lighting: 5:30-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19 at O’Brien Park.

Sing-along to “Silent Night” kicks off the festivities, followed by a countdown to the tree and grand park lighting. Go to https://www. parkeronline. org/172/MayorsHoliday-Lighting A Very Electric Christmas: noon and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker.

Dancers and glow-in-the-dark puppets perform to timeless holiday hits. Call 303-805-6800 or go to Parker-

Arts.org.

Turkey Day 5K Fun Run/Walk: 8 a.m. Nov. 22 at Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave., Parker. Go to www.ParkerRec.com/TurkeyDay5K for details.

The Magical Land of Oz: 6 p.m.

Nov. 22-23 and 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Schoolhouse Theater, 19650 E. Mainstreet, Parker.

Kids production presented by Inspire Theater Company.

Call 303-805-6800 or go to ParkerArts.org.

Gentri: Finding Christmas: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. The Gentlemen Trio brings its signature “Cinematic Pop” sound.

Call 303-8056800 or go to ParkerArts. org.

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. To place a calendar item, go to eventlink.coloradocommunitymedia.com.

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South metro teams move on to state in volleyball STAFF REPORT

Champions were crowned in state volleyball regional tournaments on Nov. 8-9 and the winners advanced into the bracket for the state championships.

The state championships for all classes will be held Nov. 14-16 at the Denver Coliseum. A double-elimination bracket through the semifinals will be used in the state tournament, and all matches will be the best three of five sets.

In Class 5A, the regional champs who qualified for the state championships were Chaparral, Cherokee Trail, Legend, defending state champion Valor Christian, Broomfield, Rampart, Fort Collins, Grandview, Highlands Ranch, Ralston Valley, Mountain Vista and Cherry Creek.

In Class 3A, defending state champion Lutheran and SkyView Academy won their respective regionals and will be in the state championships.

Here are a few highlights from the regionals.

Senior Julianna Dalton and her sister, sophomore Katie Dalton, led Chaparral to victories over Denver East and Arapahoe in the Class 5A Region 1 tournament. Julianna had a total of 26 kills, while Katie had 21. Makenzie Rice had a total of 37 assists in the six sets, while Katie Dalton had 34.

Anna Davis and Caroline Reinkensmeyer led Valor to wins over Rocky Mountain and Rock Canyon in the Region 4 tourney. Davis had a total

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team in the playoffs, will face a road game against third-seeded and defending state champion Valor Christian. The Golden Eagles (4-7) lost an Oct. 17 regular season game to Valor, 41-6. No. 13 Highlands Ranch (5-6) will play at No. 4 Regis Jesuit. In a Sept. 13 non-league game, the Falcons dropped a 49-14 decision to Regis.

Fifth-seeded Pomona will host No. 12 Legend.

No. 10 Eaglecrest will renew its rivalry against No. 7 Grandview and No. 11 Smoky Hill will go against No. 6 Columbine in a second-round game.

In a final 4A regular-season game, Ponderosa trailed 19-13 heading into the fourth quarter but outscored Heritage 13-0 in the final period to collect a 26-19 win. Junior quarterback Jack Hanenburg completed 15 of 24 passes for 164 yards and two touchdowns in

watched and covered my first field hockey game on Nov. 5 when Regis Jesuit and Colorado Academy played for the state championship at All-City Stadium.

For years I helped with the coverage of both University of Denver and Colorado Avalanche hockey and was involved with writing sidebars of both Avs’ Stanley Cup victories.

Field hockey has some similarities to OVERTIME ice hockey, but they are very different games. A few of the obvious differences are: There is no checking in field hockey, goalies can’t catch the ball, the goals players shoot at in the game played Jim Benton on grass or artificial turf are larger than the ones in the game played on ice, a ball is used and not a puck, and field hockey has 11 players on each side because of the larger playing surface.

Both sports are fast-paced and enjoyable, but a big plus for field hockey games is that while there are whistles and penalties, the clock runs most of the time, and high school games without any overtimes are usually over in less than 90 minutes.

Many of the goals scored in field hockey come off of penalty corners.

Don’t ask about the infractions because I have no idea after observing one game.

But penalty corners, sometimes called short corners, are fun to watch as one attacking player pushes the ball into play from a spot on the back line at least 10 meters from either side of the goal post. A maximum of five defending players, including the goalkeeper, line up in the goal most of the time.

The attacking player shoots the ball outside the circle while defending players scramble to mark offensive players who start outside the shooting circle. Before a shot is taken, the ball must go outside the shooting circle.

A shooting circle is a semi-circle 16 yards in from of the goal and players must be inside the shooting circle to score a goal.

The game was fun to watch and like many sports, hard to explain, so I asked Regis Jesuit coach Spencer Wagner to describe what makes a good field hockey player and team.

“Great field hockey players often come from other sports (soccer, lacrosse, basketball, golf) because all of

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Valor Christian’s Madeline Mallory (6) sends one over the net as Rock Canyon’s Lauren Shea (4) and Taylor Holter (8) have blocks on their minds. Mallory’s Eagles needed 4 games to eliminate Rock Canyon after defeating Rocky Mountain earlier in the day to win the 5A Regional Saturday at Valor Christian.

PAUL DISALVO of 32 kills in eight sets, while Reinkensmeyer had 38 assists against Rocky Mountain and 46 in the match against Rock Canyon.

Katherine Von Kraut was named Cherry Creek’s player of the match with 16 kills in a win over Chatfield en route to the Region 12 title.

Grandview senior Nicole Yakushenok contributed 33 and 31 assists in wins over Fossil Ridge and Loveland,

respectively, in the Region 8 tournament.

Senior Sydney Cole 18 digs and 38 assists in a Cherokee Trail win over ThunderRidge in Region 2 and had 39 assists against Doherty.

In wins over Lake County and Liberty Common in the Class 3A Region 1 tournament, junior Bella Vezzani had a total of 25 digs for unbeaten Lutheran.

5A football playoffs get underway STAFF REPORT

ThunderRidge, Legend, Highlands Ranch, Mountain Vista, Eaglecrest, Cherokee Trail and Smoky Hill collected first-round Class 5A state football playoff wins and advanced into the second round.

ThunderRidge avenged an early season loss to Lakewood with a 17-6 win over the Tigers, seeded 17th, in a Nov. 7 first-round game.

Legend advanced with a 35-23 win over No. 21 Rocky Mountain. Junior quarterback Kalen Shoemaker connected on 13 of 15 passes for 211 yards and two touchdowns for the Titans.

Highlands Ranch led 10-0 after halftime and exploded for 28 points in the third quarter to pound 20th seeded Doherty, 59-7.

Mountain Vista knocked away a final Mullen pass in the end zone to

A quick look at fast-paced field hockey

preserve a 24-16 win over the Mustangs in a Nov. 8 preliminary-round contest. Quarterback Jacob Barrett threw two TD passes, Grant Shells scored on an 27-yard interception return and Ethan Love kicked a 39-yard field goal for the Golden Eagles.

Xavier Harrell rushed for 189 yards and scored twice in Arapahoe’s 17-7 victory over Castle View on Nov. 8.

Eaglecrest built a 10-point halftime lead and held on to defeat Legacy, 3431, in a Nov. 8 contest. Smoky Hill’s Obasanjo Sanni scored four times while rushing for 175 yards in a 48-6 romp over Overland.

Second-round pairings for games that are scheduled to be played between Nov. 14-16 have 16th seeded ThunderRidge playing at top-seeded Cherry Creek, while No. 15 Arapahoe will play at second-seeded Ralston Valley.

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those sports happen in off-seasons,” said Wagner. “Field hockey players need both speed and endurance as well as the ability to develop stick skills. They need eye-hand coordination and the willingness to be coached. They also need friends in the sport because a strong social connection keeps people attending training sessions in the off season.”

But it takes more that good players to make a good team.

“Good teams are made of players who are empowered to problem-solve and make decisions themselves,” added Wagner. “Teamwork is really just approaching a problem as a group instead of individually. At the end of the day, the best team wins, not the best players.”

There are currently 15 teams in Colorado and many are co-op teams with interested girls from a school without teams who wind up playing with another district or school in their attendance area.

Participation figures for girls playing field hockey in Colorado have increased slightly over the past four years, from 557 in the 2015-17 NFHS data to 636 in 2018-19.

“I’ve been coaching in the league for 20 years and I can say that interest in field hockey is certainly growing but has lacked

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support from schools,” said Wagner. “Monarch, Northfield and South high schools are interested in starting field hockey programs, but as of yet, the school’s board/athletics programs have not put it into motion.

There’s not a shortage of players wanting to play. What we struggle to find is umpires and coaches.”

Honor roll Each week, performances of South Metro athletes and teams will be highlighted. This week’s performances were selected from games, matches and meets from Oct. 31 through Nov. 7.

Legend’s Blake Rarog gained 257 yards on 33 carries and scored twice and had two receptions in a 34-7 football win over Chaparral on Nov. 1.

Junior linebacker Tyson Lambert of ThunderRidge was in on 20 total tackles in a 14-13 football victory over Castle View on Oct. 31.

Senior Emma Ammerman of Chaparral had a total of 43 kills in 15 sets played Nov. 2 in the Cheyenne Mountain volleyball tournament.

Valor Christian’s Gavin Sawchuk scored three touchdowns and had 243 yards rushing on Nov. 1 in a 34-7 football triumph over Highlands Ranch.

Lutheran junior Sabrina King had 95 assists in 13 sets played in the Metro League volleyball tournament, which was held Nov. 1 and 2.

In first-round Class 4A pairings, Ponderosa, seeded ninth, plays at Skyline in a 1 p.m. game on Nov. 16 at Everly-Montgomery Field in Longmont. No. 14 Heritage takes on Vista Peak Prep in a 6:30 p.m. contest on Nov. 15 at Aurora Public Schools Stadium.

Roundup of boys soccer state playoff action STAFF REPORT

The second round of the Class 5A boys soccer playoffs ended the season for four south metro teams on Nov. 6, with only Regis Jesuit and Grandview advancing.

Jackson Isaacs scored in the second overtime period as Pine Creek, seeded 18th, upset second-seeded Cherry Creek, 1-0.

Third-seeded Rampart used a second-half goal from Oboyo Kuot to defeat No. 14 Rock Canyon, 1-0.

Connor Crookham scored for defending state champion Arapahoe, but the 12th seeded Warriors were ousted by No. 5 Boulder, 6-1.

Grandview, last season’s state runner-up and seeded seventh this season, got two goals by Keith Bates and posted a 2-0 shutout win over 10th-seeded Castle View.

Luke Galan and Brendan O’Toole scored the goals as Regis, the sixth seed, notched a second-round playoff win over No. 22 Liberty.

In quarterfinal games played on Nov. 9, Regis Jesuit advanced to the semifinals with a 3-2 win over previously unbeaten Rampart, but upstart Pine Creek pulled another upset with a 1-0 shutout over Grandview.

Eli Hilt’s second half goal was the game winner for Regis, which got first-half goals from O’Toole and Casey McCloskey.

The Raiders (15-1-2) will face Pine Creek (12-5-1) in one of the semifinal matches on Nov. 13 at Echo Park Automotive Stadium in Parker. The state championship game will be played on Nov. 15 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.

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Come shop for unique gifts and special items during the first-ever Colorado Community Media Holiday Craft Show and Mini-Market; With more than 100 exhibitors filling the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, this is the best place to find that special, personal gift for friends and family. The show will feature handmade crafts in all areas from metal and leather, to flowers, baskets, ceramics, and so much more.

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November 14, 2019 Featured speaker Jeremy Poincenot and Wings of Hope founder Maureen Shul, former Castle Pines mayor.

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Evening of Hope raises more than $80,000 STAFF REPORT

Wings of Hope for Pancreatic Cancer Research had its most successful event yet, raising more than $80,000 for ongoing research at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora.

“This was our biggest and most successful benefit to date and we are enormously grateful to everyone who not only attended but gave so generously to fund the pancreatic cancer research at the University of Colorado Cancer Center,” Maureen Shul, executive director of Wings of Hope, said in a news release.

This year’s seventh annual Evening of Hope, the signature fundraiser for the growing foundation, was Sept. 28 at the Glenmoor Country Club in Cherry Hills Village. More than 300 people, the largest crowd

to attend An Evening of Hope, filled the courtyard on a fall evening for drinks and appetizers before enjoying an evening of survival and medical breakthrough.

“This was such a special evening with three courageous survivors sharing their stories and four of the most renowned physicians when it comes to pancreatic cancer sharing the research and treatment progress being made at the CU Cancer Center, Anschutz Medical Campus,” Shul said in the release.

Speakers included renowned physicians and grant recipients Dr. Wells Messersmith, Dr. Marco Del Chiaro, Dr. Sana Karam and Dr. Richard Schulick, director of the CU Cancer Center, whose ongoing and critical cutting-edge work is funded in large part by the year-round efforts of Wings of Hope.

“It was incredibly moving for me to see so many wonderful people come together to support this effort,” said Shul, who founded Wings of Hope in 2012 after losing two of her family members to the disease.

An Evening of Hope 2019 also boasted a live charity auction by Libby Pollack and a speech by blind golf champion Jeremy Poincenot.

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Highlands Ranch NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2019-0184

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To Whom It May Concern: On 9/11/2019 1:48:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

To Whom It May Concern: On 8/20/2019 2:47:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in Douglas County.

Original Grantor: AMADOR GONZALEZ AND AMANDA GONZALEZ Original Beneficiary: WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 1/20/2004 Recording Date of DOT: 2/4/2004 Reception No. of DOT: 2004012964 DOT Recorded in Douglas County.

Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $192,000.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $161,608.71

Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Borrower's failure to make timely payments as required under the Evidence of Debt and Deed of Trust.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN.

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

Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 146, ACRES GREEN FILING NO. 4, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO Which has the address of: 101 Dianna Dr , Littleton, CO 80124 NOTICE OF SALE

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

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

First Publication: 10/24/2019 Last Publication: 11/21/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 8/27/2019 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee

The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: NICHOLAS H. SANTARELLI Colorado Registration #: 46592 9800 S. MERIDIAN BLVD. SUITE 400, ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO 80112 Phone #: (303) 706-9990 Fax #: (303) 706-9994 Attorney File #: 19-022365

*YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website : http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2019-0176 First Publication: 10/24/2019 Last Publication: 11/21/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Pres PUBLIC NOTICE Highlands Ranch NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2019-0184

To Whom It May Concern: On 9/11/2019 1:48:00 PM the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relat-

Original Grantor: PERRY D. THOMAS AND PAULA D. THOMAS Original Beneficiary: MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR RYLAND MORTGAGE COMPANY Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, DOING BUSINESS AS CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR BCAT 2015-14BTT Date of Deed of Trust (DOT): 8/25/2003 Recording Date of DOT: 9/4/2003 Reception No. of DOT: 2003132993 DOT Recorded in Douglas County.

Original Principal Amount of Evidence of Debt: $322,700.00 Outstanding Principal Amount as of the date hereof: $418,158.56 Pursuant to C.R.S. §38-38-101 (4) (i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: Failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust and other violations of the terms thereof.

THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. The property described herein is all of the property encumbered by the lien of the deed of trust.

Legal Description of Real Property: LOT 25A, HIGHLANDS RANCH FILING 122-R, FIRST AMENDMENT, COUNTY OF DOUGLAS, STATE OF COLORADO. Which has the address of: 10830 Hickory Ridge Street , Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust described herein, has filed written election and demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that on the first possible sale date (unless the sale is continued*) at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at the Public Trustee’s office, 402 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, I will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will deliver to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. If the sale date is continued to a later date, the deadline to file a notice of intent to cure by those parties entitled to cure may also be extended.

First Publication: 11/14/2019 Last Publication: 12/12/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Dated: 9/13/2019 CHRISTINE DUFFY DOUGLAS COUNTY Public Trustee The name, address and telephone numbers of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: NICHOLE WILLIAMS Colorado Registration #: 49611 1391 Speer Boulevard, Suite 700 , DENVER, COLORADO 80204 Phone #: (303) 350-3711 Fax #: Attorney File #: 00000008309916 *YOU MAY TRACK FORECLOSURE SALE DATES on the Public Trustee website: http://www.douglas.co.us/publictrustee/ Legal Notice No.: 2019-0184 First Publication: 11/14/2019 Last Publication: 12/12/2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press

Public Notice

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #042-19 ON-CALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS

Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible, highly-qualified, and licensed electricians to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. While the Parks and Trails Division is the lead on this RFQ, there is the potential for other departments/divisions to contract for electrical services, as-needed. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.

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Littleton NOTICE OF SALE Public Trustee Sale No. 2019-0176

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 14, 2019, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for the 2019 Concrete Repair Project, Douglas County Project CI 2019-004 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 14, 2019, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Director of Public Works Engineering, with a copy to the Project Engineer Daniel Roberts, P.E., Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 19, 2019 beginning at 2:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Douglas will conduct a public hearing concerning the proposed adoption of a resolution amending the 2019 adopted budget. Any interested elector of Douglas County may file an objection to the proposed amendment to the budget at any time prior to it’s final adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. A copy of said resolution may be obtained for inspection at the offices of the County Commissioners at the above address in Castle Rock, Colorado, or viewed on-line at www.douglas.co.us.

Legal Notice No.: 937153 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Bids and Settlements PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 14, 2019, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Aggregate Industries – WCR, Inc. for the 2019 Asphalt Overlay Project, Douglas County Project CI 2019-003 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Aggregate Industries – WCR, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 14, 2019, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim with the Board of County Commissioners, c/o Director of Public Works Engineering, with a copy to the Project Engineer Daniel Roberts, P.E., Department of Public Works Engineering, Philip S. Miller Building, 100 Third Street, Suite 220, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim.

Bids and Settlements

Failure on the part of claimant to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve said County of Douglas from all and any liability for such claimant's claim.

The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Janet Herman, P.E., Director of Public Works Engineering.

Legal Notice No.: 937161 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Second Publication: November 21, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Account Number: 00012184 Public Notice INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) #046-19 UTILITY TRACKED VEHICLE – SNOW CAT The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Douglas County Emergency Telephone Service Authority (DCETSA), in conjunction with the Douglas County Facilities, Fleet & Emergency Support Services Department, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests bids from responsible qualified firms for the provision of the purchase of a Utility Tracked Vehicle – Snow Cat, as specified.

The IFB documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. IFB documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the above-mentioned website. While the IFB documents are available electronically, Douglas County cannot accept electronic bid responses.

Four (4) copies of the bid response shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “IFB No. 046-19, Utility Tracked Vehicle – Snow Cat” and mailed or hand-carried to the address shown below prior to the due date and time.

Electronic and/or faxed bid responses will not be accepted. Bids will be received until 2:00pm, on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Bids will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any bids so received will be returned unopened.

The Board of Douglas County Commissioners of the County of Douglas, Colorado, By: Janet Herman, P.E., Director of Public Works Engineering.

Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said bid and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items/services with the successful bidder.

Legal Notice No.: 937160 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Second Publication: November 21, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News Press Account Number: 00012184

Please direct any questions concerning this IFB to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor, 303660-7434, criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACTORS SETTLEMENT COUNTY OF DOUGLAS STATE OF COLORADO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 38-26-107, C.R.S., as amended, that on December 14, 2019, final settlement will be made by the County of Douglas, State of Colorado, for and on account of a contract between Douglas County and Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for the 2019 Concrete Repair Project, Douglas County Project CI 2019-004 in Douglas County; and that any person, co-partnership, association or corporation that has an unpaid claim against said Villalobos Concrete, Inc. for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender or other supplies used or consumed by such contractor or any of his subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, or that supplied rental machinery, tools, or equipment to the extent used in the prosecution of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement on said December 14, 2019, file

Legal Notice No.: 937168 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #042-19 ON-CALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible, highly-qualified, and licensed electricians to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. While the Parks and Trails Division is the lead on this RFQ, there is the potential for other departments/divisions to contract for electrical services, as-needed. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.

Bids and Settlements

The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed.

The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.

The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website.

RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #042-19, On-Call Electrical Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.

Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms.

Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Legal Notice No.: 937169 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #043-19 ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS

Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified licensed Engineers to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. While the Parks and Trails Division is the lead on this RFQ, there is the potential for other departments/divisions to contract for engineering services, as-needed. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.

The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed.

The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.

The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website.

RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #043-19, On-Call Engineering Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.

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November 14, 2019

Christmas project collection sites to open Nov. 18 Operation Christmas Child transforms empty shoeboxes into gifts for children around the world STAFF REPORT

Sites in the south metro area will collect shoebox gifts for children overseas during Operation Christmas Child’s national collection week Nov. 18-25.

Area families, churches and groups are transforming empty shoeboxes into gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items. The Samaritan’s Purse project partners with local churches to deliver the gifts to children affected by war, disease, disaster,

poverty and famine. For many of these children, it will be the first gift they have ever received.

This year, area residents hope to collect more than 14,500 gifts to contribute to the 2019 global goal of reaching 11 million children.

“I love seeing the local community rally together for a global impact,” regional director Paul Fischbach said in a news release. “We see all ages getting involved — and more and more every year.”

For information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 303-745-9179, or visit samaritanspurse.org/occ. Participants can donate $9 per shoebox gift online through “Follow Your Box” and receive a tracking label to discover its destination.

Those who prefer online shopping can browse samaritanspurse.org/

Incoming board members welcomed at celebration

SOUTH METRO DENVER DROPOFF SITES Mission Hills Church, 620 Southpark Drive, Littleton. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 18-22; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23; 1-4 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 25.

GracePoint Community Church, 90 E. Orchard Road, Centennial. Hours: 4-7 p.m.

Nov. 18-19; 3:30-6:30 p.m. Nov. 20; 4-7 p.m.

Nov. 21-22; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 23; noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 25.

Cornerstone Church SBC, 9941 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 18; 4-7 p.m. Nov. 18-19; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. buildonline to select gifts matched to a child’s specific age and gender, then finish packing the virtual shoebox by adding a photo and personal note of encouragement.

Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an interna-

Nov. 20; 4-7 p.m. Nov. 21; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Nov. 22; 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 23; 1-4 p.m. Nov. 24; 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 25.

Waterstone Community Church, 5890 S. Alkire St., Littleton. Hours: 3-5 p.m. Nov. 18-19; 3-6 p.m. Nov. 20-21; noon to 2 p.m.

Nov. 22; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23; noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 25.

Calvary South Denver, 9052 W. Ken Caryl Ave., South Jefferson County. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 18-21; 1-5 p.m. Nov. 22-23; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 24; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 25. tional Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 168 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 160 countries and territories.

IN THEIR BUSINESS

Public Notice

Denver Center for the Performing Centennial teen honored Arts.

Yard Boyz, a business created by Visit yacenter.org to learn more 18-year-old Jack Fleming, of Centenabout Young Americans’ resources nial, won the 16-21 age category of Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), for young business owners, as well the 2019 Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of as flagship programs Young Ameribusiness competition and gala benDouglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Towne, International Towne, and efitting Young Americans Center for Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified Engineers to the Lifetime Young Americans Bank in Denver, Financial Education.

STAFF REPORT Savoielicensed also presented assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with the only FDIC insured real bank in Many teens mow lawns to earn Achievement Award to James T. various County projects. While the Parks and Trails Division is the lead onmanaging this RFQ, there broker is the world designed specifically for money in the summer, but Fleming Wanzeck, and owner The South Metro Denver Realtor Asthe potential for other departments/divisions to contract for engineering services, Masters as-needed. Inyoung people (age 21 and under). has re-defined what it means to be of RE/MAX Millennium of sociation installed incoming members dividual projects/services will be discussed, nePublic Notice the neighborhood lawn-kid through Greenwood Village.

Wanzeck, who of its boardPublic of directors and presented Notice gotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Credit union opens in Highlands Ranch his business, Yard Boyz, which he served as general contractor for the awards to accomplished members at REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #045-19 CreditON-CALL UnionLANDSCAPE of Colorado has started in 2015. renovation ofthisthe association’s new its 75th annual and Awards (RFQ) Inaugural #043-19 The goal of the County, through RFQ, is to ARCHITECTURAL ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES for assemble a list of several qualified for opened its 16th offiSERVICES According to a news release, Flemheadquarters, a detailed preCelebration. ce&in Colorado.

PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS individuals/firms that can be utilized,gave as needed.

PARKS, TRAILS BUILDING GROUNDS The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as the a ing’s customer service, marketing efsentation describing renovation At 6654 Timberline Road in HighMore than 225 association members Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), forts and determination helped him project.The Blanket Purchase lands Ranch, offi ce is designed and its Trails board of directors were the Parks, & Building Grounds Division of joined Purchase Agreements. the Parks,the Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter re- Realtor Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, Douglas County Government, hereinafter regrow his businesses from mowing a The association’s board of directors with an open layout to provide a by members of other Colorado ferred to as the County, respectfully requests the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, ferred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from re- South few lawns a week to providing lawn dedicated dollar amountrecently or quantity of services fromthe any building’s new more integrated approach to helping associations, affiliates and past Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified licensed Engineers to specific individual or firm. sponsible and qualified Landscape Architects to and basic landscaping to more than event center to Wanzeck in recognimembers. officeonalso includes Metro Realtor Association assist the Denver County, on an as-needed basis, with assistThe the County, an as-needed basis, with various County projects. the19 Parks and The RFQ documents bevisionary reviewed and/or various County projects. Individual projects/ser70 regular clients last summer. He tion ofmay his leadership and expanded conveniences of a drive-up presidents at the While Sept. event.

Trails Division is the lead on this RFQ, there is printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing vices will be discussed, negotiated, and issued even employs two friends to help. commitment to excellence. annual was emceed teller, safe deposit boxes, counter theThe potential for otherevent departments/divisions to by System website at www.rockymountainbidsysas required throughout the coin 2020 calendar year. contract for engineering services, as-needed. offi In- cer tem.com. documents areDenver not avail- Realtor AssoIn addition to earning aPublic cash prize, South Metro Bob Golden, chief executive of The RFQ and a surcharge-free drive-up ATM. dividual projects/services will be discussed, neable for purchase from Douglas County GovernThe goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to Notice gotiated, and issued as required throughout the ment only be accessed from the aboveassem b l ece a responds l i s t o f s e v to e r athe l qualified Fleming will get to spend a year with recognized Heather Hankins the South Metro Denver Chamber of and canciation The new offi 2020 calendar year. mentioned website. individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed.

FOR QUALIFICATIONS a mentor, a leader REQUEST from the Denver of Madison & Company Properties Commerce. wishes The of agreement(s) its growing membership with the individuals/firms, as a (RFQ) #045-19 TheGolden goal of theserved County, through this RFQ, is toof the RFQ responses be submitted in a chairman sealed this RFQ, shallRanch be considered Blanket ON-CALLcommitted LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL business community to as shall incoming 2020 of the base inresult the ofHighlands comas chairman assemble a list of several qualified envelope plainly marked “RFQ #043-19, On-Call Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase SERVICES for emcouraging the nextTRAILS generation ofGROUNDS association’s board munity,Agreement Doug Schneider, National Association ofasRealtors’ individuals/firms that can be utilized, needed.

Engineering Services for PT&BG” prior to of the directors. The authorizes, butsenior does not vice obligate, PARKS, & BUILDING The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed rethe County to utilize any minimum or maximum, business owners in Colorado. also new board president, inoraquantity newsofrelease. executive committee in 2005 and was result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket sponses will Inaugural not be accepted.

RFQ recognized responses dollarsaid amount services from any Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), Purchase Agreements.

Blanket Purchase until 3:00Kay p.m.,Corken on Friday,and Janet Marspecific individual or firm. based in Parks, TrailsStars & Building Division of Spotlight on the YouthBiz is Grounds a members “Many of our members president of theThe Florida Society ofwill be received Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County FinDouglas County Government, hereinafter rebusiness competition awards low, 2020 chairman-elect Brian Anzur, Highlands Ranch enjoy bankAssociation the County to utilizeExecutives. any minimum or maximum, ance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 The RFQ documents maydigital be reviewed and/or ferred to asand the County, respectfully requests dollar amount Savoie, or quantity of services from any Third Street, and Suite 130, Rock, Colorado Statements of Qualifications re-doing printed from the Mountain E-Purchasing gala that benefi ts the programs of (SOQ) from 2020Castle treasurer Donna Evins. ing, most ofRocky their banking onMarcel the association’s specific individual or firm.

80104. Responses will not be considered which sponsible and qualified Landscape Architects to System website at www.rockymountainbidsysare received after time stated,the and any reassist the County,for on an as-needed basis, with Schneider tem.com. The said RFQ documents are not availYoung Americans Center FiInthe addition, association recline,” in the release. outgoing 2019 chairman of the board The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or sponses so received will be returned unopened. various County projects. Individual projects/serable for purchase from Douglas County Governnancial Education, nonprofi that and “That ognized Todd Schuster of Equity and of the Savoie real estate access tothemore printedleader from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing vices willabe discussed, t negotiated, issued includes ment and canhaving only be accessed from aboveSystem website at www.rockymountainbidsysDouglas County Governmentwho reserves the right completed his requiredyouth throughout the 2020 calendar year. 62,000 mentioned website. reaches nearlyas70,000 every Colorado, recently team with Equity Colorado, presented than surcharge-free ATMs, tem.com. The RFQ documents are not availto reject any and all responses, to waive formalterm on the association’s board of dia “State of SMDRA” address that ities, informalities, with here Colorado. able for purchase from Douglas County Governor irregularities contained in a The goal of theprograms County, through this RFQ, is to 1,700 RFQ right responses shall in be submitted in a sealed Public Noticeyear through hands-on ment and can only be accessed from the abovesaid response and furthermore, to award a conassemble a list of several qualified envelope plainly marked “RFQ #045-19, On-Call and real-life experiences to develop rectors.

Kay Watson of Metro Brokersincluded the creation of the associaBut often there is no substitute for mentioned website. tract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed.

Landscape Architectural Services for PT&BG” REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS it is deemedKay to be Watson in the best Properties interest of the performed the The agreement(s) the individuals/firms, as a prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or (RFQ) #045-19 financial literacy in youth.with The annu- banking tion’s Corporate Sponsorship program face-to-face to build strong, RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ reON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL byAgreements.

CoBank,Thewas installation the new members of SERVICES foral event, presented and the purchase of#043-19, the association’s trustworthy This new envelope plainly marked “RFQ On-Call right to negotiate optional items of and/or services Purchase Blanket Purchase sponses relationships. will be received until 3:00 p.m., on FriEngineering Services for PT&BG” prior to the with the successful firms. day, December 2019 by the Douglas County Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS Oct. 3 at the Seawell Grand Ballroom, board of directors. new headquarters in Centennial. branchFinance meets that6,need.” due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed reDepartment, Purchasing Division, 100 the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #043-19 ON-CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS

sponses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.

Bids and Settlements

Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms.

Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Legal Notice No.: 937170 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Bids and Settlements

Legal Notice No.: 937170 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press Public Notice REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #045-19 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES for PARKS, TRAILS & BUILDING GROUNDS Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified Landscape Architects to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.

Through this Request for Qualifications (RFQ), the Parks, Trails & Building Grounds Division of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from responsible and qualified Landscape Architects to assist the County, on an as-needed basis, with various County projects. Individual projects/services will be discussed, negotiated, and issued as required throughout the 2020 calendar year.

dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.

The goal of the County, through this RFQ, is to assemble a list of several qualified individuals/firms that can be utilized, as needed.

The agreement(s) with the individuals/firms, as a result of this RFQ, shall be considered Blanket Purchase Agreements. The Blanket Purchase Agreement authorizes, but does not obligate, the County to utilize any minimum or maximum, dollar amount or quantity of services from any specific individual or firm.

RFQ responses shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked “RFQ #045-19, On-Call Landscape Architectural Services for PT&BG” prior to the due date and time. Electronic and/or faxed responses will not be accepted. RFQ responses will be received until 3:00 p.m., on Friday, December 6, 2019 by the Douglas County Finance Department, Purchasing Division, 100 Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.

Bids and Settlements

The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website.

The RFQ documents may be reviewed and/or printed from the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System website at www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RFQ documents are not available for purchase from Douglas County Government and can only be accessed from the abovementioned website.

Bids and Settlements

Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the

Third Street, Suite 130, Castle Rock, Colorado 80104. Responses will not be considered which are received after the time stated, and any responses so received will be returned unopened.

Bids and Settlements

Douglas County Government reserves the right to reject any and all responses, to waive formalities, informalities, or irregularities contained in a said response and furthermore, to award a contract for items herein, either in whole or in part, if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County to do so. Additionally, we reserve the right to negotiate optional items and/or services with the successful firms.

Please direct any questions concerning this RFQ to Carolyn Riggs, Purchasing Supervisor at 303-660-7434 or criggs@douglas.co.us, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Legal Notice No.: 937171 First Publication: November 14, 2019 Last Publication: November 14, 2019 Publisher: Douglas County News-Press

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